How to Factory Reset a Linksys RE6350 WiFi Repeater

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Factory Resetting a Linksys RE6350 WiFi Repeater

Factory resetting your Linksys RE6350 WiFi Repeater can help resolve connectivity issues or prepare the device for a new owner. This guide will show you how to reset your Linksys RE6350 to its factory settings.

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. Locate the Reset Button:
   • Find the reset button on the side or bottom of the repeater.
2. Press and Hold the Reset Button:
   • Press and hold the reset button for about 10 seconds until the LED starts blinking.
3. Wait for the Reset to Complete:
   • The repeater will reboot and restore to factory settings. Wait until the LED turns solid.
4. Reconfigure the Repeater:
   • Open a web browser and enter ‘http://extender.linksys.com’ to access the setup page. Follow the instructions to set up the repeater.
5. Test the Repeater:
   • Test the connection by connecting a device to the repeater’s network.

Factory resetting your Linksys RE6350 WiFi Repeater is a simple process that helps resolve issues or prepares the device for new ownership. Follow these steps to reset and reconfigure your repeater successfully.

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1. Introduction

In This Guide

You'll Learn How To:

• Restore the default settings of your range extender.

Before We Begin:

• You may need your range extender's current Wi-Fi network credentials.
• Keep in mind that performing a factory reset will result in any devices connected to it going offline until it is fully reconfigured.

2. Factory Reset

There are multiple ways that you can perform a factory reset to your range extender:

• On the device itself
• On a computer or mobile device with a web browser

Performing a factory reset will restore all device settings to the defaults. Any devices connected to the range extender will loose connectivity until it is reconfigured and all devices are reconnected.

On Your Range Extender

1. Locate the reset button on the side of the range extender.
   

1. Press and hold the reset button for 10 seconds, then let go.
   

1. Your range extender will begin to reboot and will perform a full factory reset.

Using a Web Browser

1. Connect to your range extender's Wi-Fi network.
2. Open a web browser of your choice on the device you're using.
   

1. Navigate to one of the following addresses:
   
2. extender.linksys.com
   

1. If you know the IP address assigned to your range extender you can enter that instead.
   

1. This is an example IP address and may not match the address your range extender is using.
2. Enter the password when requested.
   
3. The default password is "admin".

1. Under the Administration section, click on Factory Defaults.
   

1. Click the Restore Factory Defaults button.
2. Press OK.