subject: My Router Isn't Connecting To The Internet [print this page] Routers are generally easy to setup and maintain, but there are a few frustrating problems that can come up. This article will help you learn some basic troubleshooting of your router.
Router settings are accessed with a web browser. One of the most common issues router owners have is that they don't remember how to log into their router. Directions for accessing the router are often written on a sticker on the bottom or back of the router.
To log into your router you need to first be connected to the router. You can then type in the router's IP address into the address bar of a web browser. It is usually 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.1. If it isn't one of these, type in "ipconfig" and look for the IP address for your network adapter. Use the address they give you, but change the number after the third period to a 1.
Some computers may need to be physically connected to the router to access the router's settings and to enable the wireless settings for the first time. Check to make sure the cable to the Ethernet port on the computer and the Ethernet port on the router are securely connected.
Another issue to consider is resetting the router. If you have recently changed your password you must reset the router. Be aware that resetting the router will erase all of your router's settings.
Resetting the router is simple. First, locate the reset button- usually a small hole on the rear of the unit. Press the reset button with a paperclip, or something similar, and hold it down for 10 seconds. The router will reset once you release the button.
If you have access to the network but not the internet check to see if the internet status light is on. Check to see if the internet light is lit on the modem. If it is, check to see if the network cable is securely attached to the Ethernet ports on the router and on the internet modem.
If you cannot get internet access you'll need to manually set some of the router's settings. You may need to contact your internet service provider for these settings. If the status light on the router indicates that it has an internet connection, check any firewalls on your computer that may cause interference to/from the internet and make sure they're setup properly.
