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Ononiwu
Tutor
Apr 17, 2022
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Netgear Router Default Password Change

Looking to change our router default password but we no longer have support. How do I change the password?

Since I no longer have support, I am not seeing any information other than what I can purchase on the Netgear site.

7 Replies

  • In general you do not need support to change your password.  The default password that results after a firmware default reset is always the same.  From there you can login and change it to what you prefer.

     

    If you would share the specific model number of your router, you will be pointed in the right direction.

     

     

    • Ononiwu's avatar
      Ononiwu
      Tutor

      The model number is C7000v2

      If I understand correctly, I am supposed to do a reset, and then I will be able to change the default password?

      The product was never registered so I am not able to see anything under My Netgear.

       

      Thank you

  • plemans's avatar
    plemans
    Guru - Experienced User

    There's a support site with access to manuals, firmware, install guides, etc.
    Go to https://www.netgear.com/support/
    Type in your model number and from there it'll take you to the above.
    Its a great resource to start with.