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EX2700 invalid password after hard reset
I was unable to connect to my extender so I did a hard reset. Now I can't get onto the extender, it keeps coming up with password invalid. I know I am using the correct password for my router. Wh...
plemans' info is spot on. I'd just add...
Firmware files are typically a binary you point the admin UI at. They're not an executable you run from a client computer. You'll have to login as the admin first.
Look for the default login values. My device has them underneath. Honestly I just kept the default wifi name and password. Saves time later if I have to factory reset again. And I don't need it customized to feel special.
I DO change the default admin login password to something new. Often it's blank (nothing), password, admin, or something similar. It might be on the device too, or look for it's manual online.