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RAX10 - I have a reset question.....
My router is connected to fiber. Ziply to be exact. I use the wifi for two laptops and a linux desktop. The only other connection is my Roku. I never changed anything regarding security. First I...
11jar11 wrote:
Secondly I would like to know what I should do to be safe.
What makes you think that you are unsafe?
I never changed anything regarding security.
Changing passwords is the only thing that can affect security.
One password manages access to the browser graphical user interface (GUI).
The default GUI password (password) is on the router.
Then there are the wifi passwords:
Visit the support pages:
Support | NETGEAR
Feed in your model number and check the documentation for your hardware.
Check the section in the manual Specify Basic WiFi Settings.
or
How do I change the WiFi password or security level on my NETGEAR router? | Answer | NETGEAR Support
First I would like to know if resetting the router will affect my Roku?
Possibly. Don't do it unless you have to.
You should check this though:
How do I manually upgrade firmware to my NETGEAR router? | Answer | NETGEAR Support