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Mechanical Factory Reset of Netgear Range Extender - powere on or off?
I need to do a mechanical factory reset of my EX2700 range extender in order to use it at a different location with a different router (I can't do this through a webrowser as I can't remember either the user name or password I set it up with approximately 10 years ago). The manual says to insert a straightened paper clip for 7 seconds then remove it. I did this with the EX2700 powered off, but it hasn't reset. Does that mean the EX2700 should be powered on when I do it? Somehow, using my bare fingers to insert a piece of metal into something that has (in the UK anyway) 240 volts coursing through it, goes against my natural instincts.
Yes, while its powered on.
so plug it in to power it on. Let it fully boot. then depress the reset button. its usually 7-15 seconds. The lights should change when its held long enough.
If you're concerned about a paper clip, use a toothpick. I've done it quire frequently while testing devices and never been shocked.
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Yes, while its powered on.
so plug it in to power it on. Let it fully boot. then depress the reset button. its usually 7-15 seconds. The lights should change when its held long enough.
If you're concerned about a paper clip, use a toothpick. I've done it quire frequently while testing devices and never been shocked.