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How to Reset the WiFi Router (Without Calling Your Kid)

📶 How to Reset Your Wi-Fi Router (Grandma’s Guide)

Hey Grandma! Sometimes the Wi-Fi stops working, or it feels really slow. That doesn’t mean it’s broken—it just needs a little reset! Here’s exactly how to do it, step by step.

🛠️ Option 1: The Easy Way — Unplug It

  1. Find your router.
    It’s the box with little lights on it, usually near the computer or TV.

  2. Look for the power cord.
    It’s the thick wire that goes from the router into the wall.

  3. Gently unplug it from the wall.
    Just pull it out slowly.

  4. Wait 10 seconds.
    Count out loud if you want! 1…2…3…

  5. Plug it back in.
    Push it right back into the same spot.

  6. Wait about 2 minutes.
    The lights on the router will start blinking, then settle down.

🎉 That’s it! You just did a soft reset.

🔁 Option 2: Flip the Power Switch (If It Has One)

Some routers have a little on/off switch.

  1. Look at the back of the router.

  2. If you see a small switch, flip it OFF.

  3. Wait 10 seconds.

  4. Flip it back ON.

  5. Wait 2 minutes.

🎉 Done!

🧷 Option 3: The Paperclip Trick (For a Fresh Start)

This is called a hard reset. Only do this if:

  • You forgot your Wi-Fi password

  • You got the router from someone else

  • You want to erase everything and start fresh

Here’s how:

  1. Find a paperclip.

  2. Unfold it so one end sticks out like a little pointer.

  3. Look for a tiny hole on the back of the router. It usually says “Reset” next to it.

  4. Keep the router plugged in and turned ON.

  5. Gently stick the paperclip in the hole.

  6. Press and hold it for 10 full seconds.

  7. Let go and wait 2–3 minutes.

⚠️ IMPORTANT:
This will erase all your old settings and passwords. The router will go back to how it was when you first bought it.

🧾 After the Reset

  1. Look up your router’s brand online (like Linksys, Netgear, TP-Link).

  2. Go to the official website.

  3. Search for the manual for your exact model.

  4. That will tell you:

    • The default Wi-Fi name

    • The default password

    • How to log in and set it up again

✅ Tips to Remember

  • You can try Option 1 (unplug) any time the Wi-Fi is slow or stops.

  • Only do the paperclip trick if you’re ready to start fresh.

  • If you’re not sure, just text or call one of us—we’re always happy to help.

Love you! You’ve got this 💪
Now go show that router who’s boss!

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