Q&A for How to Access a Router

If you look on the front you should see lights labeled 2.4 GHz and 5Ghz. If you've got both of those then you've got a duel band modem/router. If I remember correctly the 5ghz band is much faster but does not have the range of the 2.4 GHz band.

While many modems include router technology, a modem is essentially different from a router. A modem takes the signal from your internet provider and turns it into something that can be used by network devices, then does the reverse with signals from your network devices. A router sends information back and forth between the modem and the devices on the network. Talk to your internet provider to find out whether your modem includes router technology.

Someone else connected to your network might have logged in using the default username and password and then changed your password. You can reset the router to its factory settings by pressing a small reset button found on the back panel of your router. However, you should note that doing so will remove all the network settings.

You could download an app to detect that. It will tell you if any device accesses your network.

You can normally call your ISP, and they will tell you how to change the public IP address. The local IP address can be changed in the router settings.

The guide should still work even if your router is discontinued. The router being discontinued should not affect its performance or settings.

It's likely that the search is saved by your browser, not router. Try to delete your browsing history to erase the search history.

When you log in, if an update is available, then you should see a notice telling you about the update. If you see this notice, then just click on it and follow the on screen instructions. If you want to manually check for an update, then check the router's manual for detailed instructions.

If your iPhone is connected to Wi-Fi, then it must be connected to a wireless router.

No, you should not need a slash. If you are having issues connecting to your router, try to put ":80" after the IP address.

In the router settings, you should be able to select the option for wireless security. Make sure that WPA2 is selected. There is most likely not a special light on the router for it.

That option is probably in the advanced settings of the router. Try browsing through the menu to find it. You can also consult the router's manual.

You can log into the router, and disable 5GHz, and enable 2.4GHz. However, a good idea is to enable both of these bands, and then give them both the same network name and password. Afterwards, your device will automatically choose the best one to connect to.

Network names are not associated with an IP address. To change your network name, you can log into your router, and change the SSID.