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scsandor
Mar 10, 2021Aspirant
AC1750 CABLE MODEM ROUTER C6300
 my friend gave me this modem router (he never used it). the label with the ssid and password information got lost somehow. my problem is that without the label that is supposed to have my ssid and pa...
- Mar 10, 2021Start with it factory reset so you have the C6300 at defaults (push and hold reset for 7-15 seconds when its powered on). then just follow the install guide for it. During the install process, you can setup your own ssid/password. or you can follow the stock change password info. install guide/manuals can be found here: https://www.netgear.com/support/product/C6300.aspx find the stock change password info here https://kb.netgear.com/23439/How-do-I-change-my-NETGEAR-router-s-WiFi-password-or-network-name-SSID 
scsandor
Mar 10, 2021Aspirant
Ok. I think I can borrow a Laptop to hardwire Modem + Router . Then what? Would you be kind and explain the steps I need to take to resolve this issue. Thanks
plemans
Mar 10, 2021Guru - Experienced User
Start with it factory reset so you have the C6300 at defaults (push and hold reset for 7-15 seconds when its powered on).
then just follow the install guide for it. During the install process, you can setup your own ssid/password.
or you can follow the stock change password info.
install guide/manuals can be found here:
https://www.netgear.com/support/product/C6300.aspx
find the stock change password info here
https://kb.netgear.com/23439/How-do-I-change-my-NETGEAR-router-s-WiFi-password-or-network-name-SSID