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jamesfong
Jun 22, 2026Follower
I have a Netgear CAX30 wifi cable modem router. Reset button does not reset the admin password.
I try the reset through 3 time failed passowd input, with device SN typed in , but my security questions's answer seems not right. I used the paper clipper pin to hold the reset ...
FURRYe38
Jun 22, 2026Guru - Experienced User
Try disconnecting the ISP Coax cable from the CAX30. Then press the reset button for 15 seconds then release.
If you see the front LEDS turn OFF then cycle thru, reconnect the ISP coax cable and setup the modem with a web browser at 192.168.1.1