You can modify the WiFi password, SSID, guest network, and default settings using the Linksys router web interface, which is accessible at http://192.168.1.1 or myrouter.local.
Login to 192.168.1.1
Login to myrouter.local
How can I access my Linksys router?
In order to access 192.168.1.1 or myrouter.local, your device needs to be linked to the WiFi network of your Linksys router.
- Enter myrouter.local or 192.168.1.1 in the address bar of a web browser.
- Click Login after entering your username and password. Admin is the default username and password.
- You will be signed into the web interface of the Linksys router.
How do I modify the password for my Linksys WiFi?
- Open the Linksys web interface and log in.
- Navigate to Wireless Security under Wireless/Configuration.
- Click on Security Mode and choose WPA2 Personal.
- The Passphrase/Pre-Shared Key area is where you enter your new router password.
- To apply the changes, click Save Settings.
How can the Linksys Network Name (SSID) be changed?
- Open the Linksys web interface and log in.
- Navigate to Wireless/Configuration > Basic Wireless Settings and, if prompted, choose Manual.
- Put your preferred WiFi name in the Network Name (SSID) field.
- To apply the changes, click Save Settings.