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Discussion topic: Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting? To change the IP address

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Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting? To change the IP address

Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting?

 

Will just switching off change the IP address

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Re: Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting? To change the IP address

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@Lightman192 

You'll be best leaving it off for at least 30 minutes for a new IP address. 

Resetting is actioned by holding the reset pin for 30 seconds. That will reset back the all the default settings

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Re: Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting? To change the IP address

Thanks, that really helps.

 

I don't really want everything reset so am reticent to hold down the reset button... but do need a new IP address. 

 

By switching off as you suggest only refresh the IP address and not affect anything else? 

Your help appreciated...

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Re: Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting? To change the IP address

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@Lightman192 

Turning it off at the wall for at least 30 mins should give a new IP address (if you can, leave it for 60 mins). It won't change the settings though (SSID, Wi-Fi password etc) 

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Re: Is switching off the router for a minute the same as resetting? To change the IP address

Thank you very much. 

 

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