Most models of TP-Link routers can be reset by holding down the reset button for 6 to 10 seconds; on some models, the Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) and reset buttons are the same, but the same procedure applies. TP-Link's mesh routers, the Deco M5 and Deco M9 Plus, need only a quick press of the reset button.
With the Router powered on, press and hold the WPS/RESET button (more than 10 seconds) until the SYS LED becomes quick-flash from slow-flash. Then release the button and wait the Router to reboot to its factory default settings.
The WPS light will continue to flash and the router search for devices for up to 2 minutes. If it doesn't connect successfully in that time, it will usually reset and you will need to press it again to try a new connection.
Some models will instead use the WPS symbol, which looks like two arrows pointing to each other in an oval shape. It kind of looks like the universal recycling symbol if it were missing an arrow and is more circular than triangular.
The WPS button simplifies the connection process
Press the WPS button on your router to turn on the discovery of new devices. Then, go to your device and select the network you want to connect to. The device is automatically connected to the wireless network without having to enter the network password.
Note: Router reset will wipe out all of your customized settings. Router username and password will be reset to factory default values as shown on the router label. Personalized Wi-Fi settings will be deleted, including the Wi-Fi name and password you created.
Before starting, locate the WPS button on the wireless router and on the device you wish to connect. Press the WPS button on the device you wish to connect. Within 120 seconds, press the WPS button on the wireless router. Note: You will need to press and hold the WPS button on the wireless router for about 2-3 seconds.
The Wi-Fi Alliance introduced the WPS standard in 2006, and, in time, all manufacturers of Wi-Fi equipment have adopted it. As a result, WPS is now a basic feature present on all wireless routers and mesh Wi-Fi systems.
Router-side issues could be anything from outdated hardware to buggy firmware or old infrastructure, damaged cables, spotty signal strength, and too many people connected at the same time to the network. Even though it's rare, it's also a good idea to check to make sure there is no malware on your router.
Open a browser and enter the IP address for your router. Cisco devices feature different options that allow you to get both the IP address and default usernames and passwords for your specific hardware. Select Wireless > Wi-Fi Protected Setup from the menu. Select Off to disable WPS.
WPS button blinking RED: There was an error when connecting, or a session overlap was detected. If this continues for more than 30 seconds, try rebooting your modem.
To reset your modem using the button, follow these steps: 1. With the modem plugged in and powered on, press in the reset button (using a bent paperclip or pen tip) until you feel or hear a slight click. Hold it in for 10 seconds.
On your Telstra-supplied modem, press and hold the Pair or WPS button for up to 5 seconds. Depending on the type of modem you have this will either be on the front or back of the device. When the Pair/WPS light flashes, your device is connected to the Wi-Fi.
Locate the WPS button on the back of your modem. It's located above the telephone ports. Press and hold this button for at least 30 seconds and then release.
The WPS button is located either on the front or back panel of your Linksys device. Some Wireless-G routers may not have a WPS feature. Refer to your product documentation for the detailed features of your router.
The WPS does not handle the connection of Wifi but it handles the data sending between the client device(s) and the router. The WPS is a password-protected wireless network that supports the WPA (Wifi Protected Access Personal) or WPA2 (Wifi Protected Access2 Personal) security protocols.
Once disabled, you forego convenience but enhance the security of your Wi-Fi. Instead of joining the Wi-Fi network automatically without needed to know the network password, disabling the WPS feature requires you to input the conventional password to connect a device to the network.
This button is the Wi-Fi Protected Setup button. Wi-Fi Protected Setup (WPS) is a simple way to connect to a wireless network without much configuration.
Press the WPS button on the router to establish a connection. Depending on the router and the home configuration, it may take a few minutes to connect. NOTES: Most routers have a light that flashes while the connection is established. Once a successful connection is made, select OK.
To connect to a WPS-enabled router, press the WPS button on your router or access point. Press and hold down the Wi-Fi button on your product for 3 seconds.
One quick way to fix your internet connection: Reset your router. Resetting a home router will restore it to the condition it was in when you bought it and can help clear some networking issues.