How to Reset the Spectrum Router?

Having trouble with your Spectrum Internet®? An easy way of fixing it is by resetting your Spectrum router. This blog covers all the necessary steps to reset your internet router for establishing your connection. Let’s begin:

Resetting the Spectrum Router

Depending upon the equipment type, here are the ways that you can reset your Spectrum router:

Through Unplugging

This method involves simply unplugging the device and rebooting the entire network. Here’s how to do it:

Unplug the power from your internet modem, internet router, or wireless gateway (provided by Spectrum).
Wait for at least 60 seconds.
Plug the power cord into the device.
Wait for the lights to stabilize. This can take 2 minutes or more.
Once the lights are stable, connect your PC/ laptop.
Try browsing multiple websites to check if your internet connection is restored.

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Through Reset Key

This method involves resetting your Spectrum Internet router using the reset key. Here’s how you can do it:

On the back of your internet router (modem in case you don’t have a wireless gateway), find the reset key.
- This will be a tiny hole, marked as reset.
Use a small object, i.e., a toothpick, needle, etc., to insert inside the reset hole.
Press and hold the reset button inside the hole until the lights turn off.
Wait for the lights to turn on and stabilize. This can take 2-5 minutes.
Once the lights are stable, connect your PC/ laptop.
Try browsing multiple websites to check if your internet connection is restored.

What Does Resetting My Spectrum Router Do?

Sometimes a simple reboot isn’t able to make your internet work. Therefore, you need to reset your WiFi equipment. Doing that:

Removes saved credentials and clears cache.
Restores factory settings.
Removes custom WiFi settings

When the equipment is restored to its factory default, it resets the entire network connection, a drastic measure to deal with persistent internet issues.

Why is My Internet Not Working After a Reset?

In case your internet connection isn’t restored even after resetting your Spectrum Internet router, then you might want to reach out to Spectrum customer service. It can be due to a scheduled maintenance activity or a Spectrum service interruption in your area, causing internet disruption. Reaching out to customer services can help in this matter.

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Do I Need to Reset My Spectrum Router After a Reboot?

In most cases, the customer services recommend rebooting your internet router once every week. A simple reboot can install any pending firmware updates on the router, enabling your connection to run smoothly. If your internet connection resumes normally, then there’s no need to reset your equipment. If it doesn’t, you can proceed with resetting it.

Wrapping Up

Now you know how to reset your Spectrum router. Just follow the steps given above and reset your device easily. However, ensure that there are no Spectrum issues in your area by contacting Spectrum customer services.

FAQs

Do I need to reset my Spectrum router every time?

No, you only need to reset your Spectrum router if rebooting it isn’t restoring your internet connection.

What should I do if my internet doesn’t work after a reset?

You should contact Spectrum customer services to check for maintenance, outage, or provider issues.

Should I reset my internet modem and router?

If you have a separate internet modem and a router, you should reset them both.