Computer Networking · Beginner level

Beginner level · Module 2: Wi-Fi Setup and Coverage · Lesson 1 of 3

Router Configuration Basics

Set up a router from factory settings.

In this lesson you will

  • Access a router's admin interface
  • Configure basic settings

Key concepts

admin interfacedefault gateway addressWAN settingsDHCP range

The lesson

Connect to the router and open its admin page in a browser, usually at its default gateway address. Change the default admin password immediately.

Configure the WAN (internet) connection from the ISP's details, the LAN address and the DHCP range — for example, 192.168.1.100 to 192.168.1.199.

Save a backup of the configuration and record the settings.

Step by step

  1. Reset the lab router.
  2. Log in and change the admin password.
  3. Set the LAN address and DHCP range.
  4. Back up the configuration.

Practice activity

Configure the lab router's basic settings.

Expected result: A router with a new admin password, documented LAN and DHCP settings.

Check your understanding

  1. What should you change first on a new router?

    Show answer

    The default admin password.

  2. Why back up the configuration?

    Show answer

    To restore it quickly after a reset or failure.

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