192.168.1.3 is the type of IP address that is used by a number of router brands like ZyXEL and Netgear. This is the same address using which you can easily access the router’s admin settings. Unlike traditional software, modems and network routers do not come with an installation disk. They need to be configured using the same interface. This interface can be launched on any device – as long as it is connected to the same network as the router itself. But wait, doesn’t that mean anybody can access this interface? No, since it requires a combination of username and password that is unique to the owner – just like the IP 192.168.1.3.
There are a lot of things that you can perform with the help of this page – launched using 192.168.1.3. From basic configuration to high-level tweaking, admin pages can do it all. Here are some of the other things that you can do over here:
- The router’s admin page is responsible for defining your wired and wireless internet connection.
- You can set your network’s SSID and password and the process is also very easy.
- Admins can block people from accessing their network entirely.
- Websites can be blocked with just a few clicks.
- Custom DNS servers can be added and removed via the panel itself.
- You can also set the router scheduling as per your convenience.
- Users can also hide their network from certain devices with the help of their MAC address.
- You can use your router as a wireless network repeater – the setting for which is provided inside the admin interface.
How to access 192.168.1.3
In order to access the admin page, you need to have a device that is connected to the router network. This connection type can either be wired or wireless. Once you have connected the device to the internet connection, do the following steps:
- Open any web browser of your choice – Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari (in the case of Mac).
- Go to the address bar and type 192.168.1.3. Alternatively, you can also click over here: http://192.168.1.3.
- Wait for a few seconds for the admin interface login page to load up.
- Login to that page using the default login credentials for your router (username: admin password: admin).
- Hit Enter and you will be logged in.
Note: In case you are not sure about your router’s IP address, here is what you can do:
In case of Windows:
- Go to Start > Go to Run > Type Command Prompt > Press Enter.
- Type ipconfig inside the command prompt and press Enter.
- Your current router IP address will be given under Default Gateway.
In case of Mac:
- Press CMD and Spacebar > Open the terminal.
- Type ipconfig /all.
- Note down your current network’s IP address.
Changing the WiFi SSID and Password using 192.168.1.3
Having a legible WiFi name and a strong password will always keep your network secured. Routers come with a default SSID and no password encryption, which is highly unsafe. Make sure that your device is connected to the target network. Even the box has it mentioned that the end-user should change the credentials. So here is what you need to do:
- Open a web browser and type 192.168.1.3 > Press Enter.
- Login to the admin panel using the credentials.
- Once you are inside the admin interface, go to WLAN Settings.
- Inside the WLAN settings > Go to WLAN 2.4 or WLAN 5.
- Under the SSID tab enter the WiFi name that you want.
- Tick the pre-shared key tab > Enter the password of your choice.
- Click on Apply & Reboot.
Your router will reboot and the settings will be applied once it turns back on.
How to factory data reset the router using 192.168.1.3
You can reset the router using the same admin panel easily. Here is what you need to do:
- Login to the admin panel using the options already mentioned in the above sections.
- Once logged into the router panel > Go to Maintenance & Reset.
- Click on reset and reboot.
- Press Yes.
- Wait for the router to restart (might take around 40 seconds).
- Done.
