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Shawndoyou
Mar 18, 2026Aspirant
Default password
Default password doesn’t work for me I deleted the app a few time and it still doesn’t work how can I fix this?
FURRYe38
Mar 18, 2026Guru - Experienced User
Factory reset the unit and setup from scratch.
If this is for a router, you can set up using a ethernet and web browser:
https://kb.netgear.com/22697/How-do-I-install-my-NETGEAR-router-using-the-router-web-interface
What product model do you have?
- ShawndoyouMar 18, 2026Aspirant
My laptop is WiFi! I need to change the password!! I can’t remember it from 2 years ago!