192.168.0.254 is the factory default IP address or gateway that is used for a number of routers and modems. It is the configuration address that can be used to set up routers/modems from popular brands such as Tenda and TP-Link. Other brands that also use 192.168.0.254 as their default IP include Netgear (sometimes) and D-Link. When it is used in a web browser, i.e pasted in the address bar, it opens up the device’s admin control panel. The admin control panel, also known as the settings panel, provides everything concerning the router.
There are a variety of things that can be done over here. This includes – enabling/disabling the WiFi, setting/changing password, creating a security login etc. You can also change the modem’s SSID to anything as per your choice. But wait, in case you are confused regarding your default IP/SSID, here is what you can do.
- Connect your desktop/laptop to the desired network (either wired or wirelessly).
- After that (in the case of Windows) click on Start > Type Run > Type CMD and press Enter.
- Once inside the Command Prompt > Type ipconfig and hit Enter.
- You will get a list of networks to which your system has previously been connected to (including the current one).
- Match the SSID with the IP address (mentioned under Default Gateway).
How to login to 192.168.0.254?
In order to access the admin panel, you will first need to log in to it. This can be done on desktops, laptops, smartphones and tablets. In case you are unsure about the address, you can also find it at the back of your router/modem. All brands provide the IP and default creds on a white strip given at the backside of routers/modems. Anyway, since you are already aware about your default IP or gateway address, here is what you need to do next –
- Connect your device to the desired router’s wireless connection (can also be wired).
- Go to a web browser of your choice like Chrome, Edge, Firefox or Safari.
- Go to the address bar and type 192.168.0.254 or click on http://192.168.0.254.
- It will take a couple of seconds for the page to load up.
- Once the page loads, it will ask you to login.
- Enter the credentials that you find at the backside of your router.
Username: admin
Password: password
- Once you are logged in, you will be able to change the default credentials (highly recommended).
Here is how you can change your login credentials:
- Once you are inside the admin portal, go to device management settings.
- Over there, go to login.
- Change the admin username and password and click on the apply button.
- Wait for a few seconds for the router to restart and your settings will be applied.
How to change the SSID and WiFi password using 192.168.0.254?
All routers come with a factory default password and SSID. These are susceptible to illegal access and other malicious attacks. You should change it at the earliest to keep your network safe and private. Here is what you need to do in order to change the SSID and password:
- Go to your web browser > Go to the address bar > Type 192.168.0.254 > Press Enter (or click here http://192.168.0.254).
- Login to the router’s admin console.
- Go to Wireless Settings.
- Over there, you need to go to your current wireless network type (will either be 2.4Ghz or 5Ghz). Note that the same settings belong to both.
- Check the option that says secured.
- Change the SSID to your desired SSID.
- For password, make sure that you have the best possible security option checked.
- Change the password to a strong password.
- Click on the apply button and your router will restart.
- Done.
Features of 192.168.0.254/admin panel
- You can change the console login credentials.
- You can enable/disable guest login.
- It allows you to change the wireless settings like password, SSID, enabling/disabling 5Ghz connection and more.
- You can upgrade the modem/router’s firmware.
- It allows you to use the router as a repeater/extender.
