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Your router is set to a weak password!

Configuration of your wireless router is protected by a default or weak login password and hackers can easily break in. Your personal data may be at risk.

To configure Linksys/Cisco wireless router:


  1. From the Wi-Fi Inspector results screen, select Go to your router settings to open the administration page of your Linksys/Cisco router.
  2. Enter your router username and password shown on the Wi-Fi Inspector results screen.
  3. Go to AdministrationManagementRouter Access.
    - or -
    Go to ConnectivityBasicRouter Password ▸ select Edit.
  4. Change your Router password. Memorize the password -- if forgotten, you must reset your router and your configuration.
  5. Confirm your changes by selecting Save settings, or OK and reboot your router if necessary.

Note:

Due to the wide range of different router types by Linksys/Cisco, we can offer vendor-specific instructions for frequently used routers, or general instructions for all other routers. Please consult documentation for your router model for exact instructions, or contact Linksys for further assistance.

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