The Zyxel router control page offers the ability to configure a firewall, create guest networks, modify Wi-Fi password and perform a variety of options.
Notice: Verify that the PC is connected to the router before trying to access; You can do this using an Ethernet cable or by connecting to the Wi-Fi network.
How to log in to Zyxel router?
Follow these recommendations to access the router’s administration panel:
- Enter the router’s administration panel by typing http://192.168.0.1 in the address bar of your browser.
- Use the login credentials provided on the router label or in the user manual to access.
- Inside the panel, you will find advanced settings that you can customize according to your needs.
Change the SSID of the Wi-Fi network on the Zyxel router
To edit the SSID of your wireless network, access the administration panel. Follow the previous instructions to access the panel and then make the required modifications.
- Start the process by accessing your router’s Control Panel, as detailed previously, which will make logging in easier.
- Once logged in, navigate to the home page and choose the “Wireless” option found in the left column.
- On the next page, locate the “Network Name (SSID)” section where your current SSID will be displayed.
- Enter the desired new SSID in the corresponding field.
- Finally, click “Apply” to save the settings. After this step, the router will reboot automatically and the SSID will be updated after the reboot.
Change Wi-Fi network password on the Zyxel router
It is possible to change the router password using the control panel. Follow the following steps to make the modification:
- Log in to the Router Control Panel using the method mentioned above.
- Once inside, navigate to the home page and select the Wireless option in the left column.
- Verify that encryption is set to WPA2-PSK.
- Now, 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.
- Once the new WiFi password is entered, click Apply to save the changes.
- The router will reboot automatically. After the reset, connect your device to the WiFi network using the new password.