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This article will detail how to factory reset back to a default configuration the D-Link DIR-600.If passwords have been forgotten and or configurations have been done incorrectly or access to the D-Link DIR-600 is limited, resetting back to the default configuration can assist.

1. Locate the reset pin hole on the back of the DIR-600 as per below:

2. Insert a paperclip into the reset pin hole and hold in for 10 seconds. While holding in the reset button, refer to the Power LED, when it turns yellow/orange, release the paperclip holding in the reset button.

NOTE: This is a 10 second countdown process for the Power LED to change colour.

3. Below is an picture of the Power LED on the DIR-300.

4. Wait for 30-60 seconds for the process to complete, once the Power LED is back to a green colour and usually if an Ethernet connected computer is connected either Ports 1, 2, 3 or 4 will be illuminated again to advise the reset process has been completed.

5. Factory reset is now complete.

IMPORTANT: Please remember to ensure your DIR-600 has the most current firmware version applied. To apply this firmware please refer to the Technical Support Knowledge Base.

Tags: dir-600, factory reset, forget password

Many friends asked that my D-Link DIR-655 forgot the password, how changed to manage? Here tell you how to reset it back to factory default settings.

Notes:D-Link dir-655 default does not have the password,you can enter the username admin and password is blank to try again.

Step 1: With the unit on, place a paper clip into the hole on the back on the unit labeled Reset.

Step 2: Hold paper clip down for 10 seconds and release.

Note: Do not repower unit during this procedure.

Step 3: The unit will reboot on its own. Once the WLAN light stops blinking, the unit is reset.

Resetting the router does not reset the firmware to an earlier version. It will change all settings back to factory defaults.

You can set an administrative password on DIR-655 router?

Step 1: Open a web browser and enter the IP address of the router in the address bar (default is 192.168.0.1). Press Enter.

Step 2: Click the Tools tab and then click Admin to the left.

Step 3: To change the administrative password, enter a new password in the Admin Password section.

Step 4: Click Save Settings to save the settings.

By the way:If you have the European version of this router, this procedure may not work. Please consult the D-Link office near you. D-Link USA does not support the European version.

Tags: DIR-655, factory defaults, forget password

Some people forget the D-Link DAP-1522 password,This article teaches how do reset on DAP-1522.

Step 1: With the unit on, place a paper clip into the hole on the back on the unit labeled Reset.

Step 2: Hold paper clip down for 10 seconds and release.

Note: Do not repower unit during this procedure.

Step 3: The unit will reboot on its own. Once the WLAN light stops blinking, the unit is reset.

Resetting the D-Link DAP-1522 will change all settings back to factory defaults.

Note: The factory defaults name is admin, and password is blank(nothing).

Tags: DAP-1522, factory defaults, forget password