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MisterB1959
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Aug 06, 2020
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Nighthawk m2100 - forgot admin password

Hi, i cant login to admin, i cant remember changing my password and when i use the original password it wont let me in, so i muxt have changed it. how do i reset the password to gain access to the admin functions, in partlucilar data offloading 

 

i can use the data sim and access the internet with no issues, but want to access a local wifi system to use their data. 

  • I believe the only way to do this is a factory reset which will remove all your setting and go back to original settings which will allow you to put in a new admin password.  All settings will be lost.  Take the battery cover off and locate the reset hole below the battery.  It is marked.  Put a paper clip or similar in the hole and push lightly for 30 seconds.  The factory reset will take about one minute.  Good luck.

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  • I believe the only way to do this is a factory reset which will remove all your setting and go back to original settings which will allow you to put in a new admin password.  All settings will be lost.  Take the battery cover off and locate the reset hole below the battery.  It is marked.  Put a paper clip or similar in the hole and push lightly for 30 seconds.  The factory reset will take about one minute.  Good luck.