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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:
DarrenM
Dec 08, 2020Sr. NETGEAR Moderator
You will just need to hold the reset button for 10+ seconds on the router. Then they would be able to set the router up like new.
DarrenM
- TexasIndianDec 08, 2020Tutor
Excellent, thanks DarrenM,
Now, THAT clears the router...how do I erase all (current) Netgear files? Genie? Etc?
(assume all SHE will do is connect her 'new' router and Genie will take from there & install)?
- plemansDec 08, 2020Guru - Experienced User
If its factory reset, the new user would just need to follow the install guide.
For the R7000, it can be found here:
- TexasIndianDec 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?)