El Netopia router It has a management interface that makes it easy to configure a firewall, create guest networks, modify Wi-Fi password and other functions.
Note: Before attempting to access it, it is essential that the PC is connected to the router; This can be done using an Ethernet cable or by connecting to the Wi-Fi network.
How to log in to Netopia router?
Below, I detail the steps to access the router’s administration panel:
- To access the router’s advanced settings, open your browser and type http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar.
- Use the login credentials found on the router label or in the user manual.
- Once inside, explore the administration interface to customize the settings to your needs.
Change the SSID of the Wi-Fi network on the Netopia router
If you prefer to adjust the SSID of your WiFi network, you can do so in the administration panel. Use the method explained above to access the panel and then modify the SSID as necessary.
- Log in to your router’s Control Panel first. The method has been mentioned previously and makes the login process easier.
- Once inside, navigate to the home page and select the Wireless option located in the left column.
- On the next page, find the Network Name (SSID) section, where you will find your current SSID.
- Enter the desired new SSID in the appropriate field.
- Then click Apply to save the settings. The router will reboot automatically and the SSID will be updated after the reboot.
Change Wi-Fi password on the Netopia router
The control panel allows you to make settings for the router password. Use the following steps to make the modification:
- Log in to the Router Control Panel using the above-mentioned method to log in.
- Once inside, go to the home page and select the ‘Wireless’ option located in the left column.
- Verify that encryption is set to WPA2-PSK.
- Locate the ‘WPA Pre-Shared Key’ field. Enter your new WiFi password here, which must be between 8 and 63 characters, including letters, numbers and special symbols.
- After entering the new password, Click ‘Apply’ to save the changes.
The router will reboot automatically. After the reset, connect your devices to the WiFi network using the new password.