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Aspirant

Oct 25, 2023

Solved

Can’t change my network name

I have a Nighthawk C6220. Recently had to reset my unit. I want to change my network name from Netgear 88 to a different name but it will not allow says it cannot connect to the router yet I have perf...

FURRYe38
Oct 25, 2023
Are you using a wired PC and web browser to factory reset the modem and setup from scratch walking thru the setup wizard with the browser? MS Edge or Firefox is recommended here.

FURRYe38

Guru - Experienced User

Oct 25, 2023

Are you using a wired PC and web browser to factory reset the modem and setup from scratch walking thru the setup wizard with the browser? MS Edge or Firefox is recommended here.

drmax1111
Aspirant
Oct 25, 2023
I was able to use the IP address in url bar log on method. Worked on my phone. Did not the other night. Successfully changed network name. Thank you and case close!
- FURRYe38
  Guru - Experienced User
  Oct 25, 2023
  Glad you got it working. Please mark your thread as solved so others will know. Be sure to save off a back up configuration to file for safe keeping. Saves time if a reset is needed.
  https://kb.netgear.com/24231/How-do-I-back-up-the-router-configuration-settings-on-my-Nighthawk-router
  Enjoy. 📡