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TexasIndian
Dec 08, 2020Tutor
replaced router reusable?
Waiting to purchase new AX router "coming soon", which will replace current router. Speaking 'techno-inept', what ALL does it take to: 1. erase existence of current router just before installing ne...
- Dec 08, 2020
If its factory reset, the new user would just need to follow the install guide.
For the R7000, it can be found here:
TexasIndian
Dec 09, 2020Tutor
Thank you so much plemans,
I can't imagine how much my daughter/grandson's will appreciate the 'upgrade'
(so Mr. Guru..take a look at my other query...what/how do I 'erase' all the old
1900/Netgear data/etc stored in computer when I install the new (AX) router?)
plemans
Dec 09, 2020Guru - Experienced User
You can always uninstall the genie if you're using an installed version.
I usually don't use the installed genie. I tend to just log in through the browser for setup/changes.
- TexasIndianDec 10, 2020Tutor
knowledge always appreciated...will very likely be forwarding more questions to you soon
(like next week when grandkids IN school) when trying to install new router/uninstall old one