To change your Wi-Fi password, or if you want to find out what your current password is, click on your modem type below for instructions.
Most modems have a default password set for their network, but it's wise to change it so you can remember it, and so that you can control who gets access to your network. You can also follow these instructions to change your modem's security protocol settings.
Please note: If your modem is not listed below then you'll need to refer to the modem's manufacturer. Tip: manufacturers usually provide manuals, FAQs and instructions on their own websites.
Users with an NF4V or NF18AC modem can set up their wifi through their My Orcon account. You can read more about this here.
NF18AC
- In order to change your WiFi password, you need to be either connected to the wireless network, or be connected to the modem via Ethernet cable.
- In a web browser, put 192.168.1.1 into the URL bar to access the modem's interface.
- When prompted, login to the router - the default username is "admin" and password is the last 6 digits of the modem's MAC address (which will be printed on the underside of the modem).
- From the left-hand menu select Wireless, 2.4GHz and then Security
- Under WPA/WAPI passphrase enter the new password that you'd like for your modem's wireless network
- Click Apply/Save at the bottom of the page
- To confirm your wireless settings are saved, select the Click here to display option and ensure your new password is correct
- Repeat steps 4-7 for the 5GHz option. Ensure the passphrase is the same as the one you entered for the 2.4GHz option.
You're all done! You'll now need to reconnect your wireless devices. Start by going into the device's wireless settings, where you'll need to 'forget' the network - otherwise your device will keep trying to connect using the old password, which obviously won't work. Once you've 'forgotten' the network, reconnect, enter the new password and you can get back to watching YouTube.
NF4V - Orcon Genius White
- In order to change your WiFi password, you need to be either connected to the wireless network, or be connected to the modem via Ethernet cable.
- In a web browser, put 192.168.20.1 or 192.168.1.1 into the URL bar to access the modem's interface.
- When prompted, login to the router - the default username will be admin and the password will be either admin or the last 6 digits of the modem's MAC address (which will be printed on the underside of the modem).
- From the left-hand menu select Wireless, and then Security
- Under WPA/WAPI passphrase enter the new password that you'd like for your modem's wireless network
- Click Apply/Save at the bottom of the page
- To confirm your wireless settings are saved, select the Click here to display option and ensure your new password is correct
You're all done! You'll now need to reconnect your wireless devices. Start by going into the device's wireless settings, where you'll need to 'forget' the network - otherwise your device will keep trying to connect using the old password, which obviously won't work. Once you've 'forgotten' the network, reconnect, enter the new password and you can get back to watching YouTube.
ORCON GENIUS BLACK/ORCON WIRELESS MODEM
- In order to change the name of your wireless network, you need to be either connected to the wireless network, or be connected to the modem via Ethernet cable
- In a web browser go to the address – 1.1.1
- When prompted, login to the router - the default password is admin.
- Click on the Set up my wireless tab across the top
- Ensure that Enable or Disable Wireless function is Enabled
- Under Security Options make sure Primary SSID is selected from the drop-down menu
- Below the drop-down menu, select the method you would like to use to secure your network. The WPA2-PSK/WPA-PSK method is the most secure. Most new machines should support this method.
- Choose a new Pre-Shared Key – This is the new password you will enter to connect to your network.
- Click Save Settings, and then Log Outof your modem.
You're all done! You'll now need to reconnect your wireless devices. Start by going into the device's wireless settings, where you'll need to 'forget' the network - otherwise your device will keep trying to connect using the old password, which obviously won't work. Once you've 'forgotten' the network, reconnect, enter the new password and you can get back to watching YouTube.
FRITZBOX 7490
- In order to change the name of your wireless network, you need to be either connected to the network already, or be connected to the modem via Ethernet cable. You should have received one with your modem.
- In a web browser go to the address 168.178.1
- If this is your first time logging in to your modem you'll be prompted to set up a username and password, otherwise just enter the details you set up previously.
- Click the "WLAN" tab on the left-hand side.
- Click on Security.
- Ensure the check box next to "WPA Encryption" is checked.
- On the drop-down box, next to "WPA mode" select "WPA + WPA2".
- In the field, next to "Network key" enter the password you would like for your wireless connection.
- Scroll to the bottom of the page and click Apply.
You're all done! You'll now need to reconnect your wireless devices. Start by going into the device's wireless settings, where you'll need to 'forget' the network - otherwise your device will keep trying to connect using the old password, which obviously won't work. Once you've 'forgotten' the network, reconnect, enter the new password and you can get back to watching YouTube.