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Question: How to perform a complete factory reset (hard reset) on the TP-Link AX3000 (Archer AX3000 series Wi-Fi 6 router)?

Answer:

A complete factory reset (also called factory default reset or hard reset) on the TP-Link AX3000 series Wi-Fi 6 router will erase all custom settings, including Wi-Fi name (SSID), password, admin password, port forwarding, parental controls, and any other configurations. The router will return to its original out-of-the-box state.

There are two main methods. The hardware reset is strongly recommended, especially if you have forgotten the admin password or cannot access the web interface.

Method 1: Hardware Reset (Most reliable and thorough – Recommended)

1. Make sure the router is powered on (power light is lit).
2. Locate the small RESET hole on the back or bottom of the router (it is a tiny pinhole, not a raised button).
3. Use a thin object such as a paper clip, toothpick, or pen tip to press and hold the reset button inside the hole.
4. Press and hold continuously for 8–10 seconds (some models may require 10+ seconds; holding for a full 10 seconds is safer).
5. Watch for these signs of reset in progress:
   • The SYS (system) light or other status lights usually start fast blinking.
   • All lights may briefly turn off and then come back on or start flashing.
   • The router will automatically reboot (this normally takes 30 seconds to 1 minute).
6. Release the reset tool after holding for the required time.
7. Wait until the router fully restarts and the lights stabilize.

After successful reset:

• Default Wi-Fi name (SSID) and password → printed on the label on the bottom or back of the router (usually starts with TP-Link_XXXX and a random password).
• Web management address → http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1
• Default login → username: admin / password: admin
  (Note: On many newer firmware versions there is no default admin/admin; the first login forces you to create a new password.)

Tip: If you see no change in lights (no fast blinking or reboot), the button may not have been pressed properly. Try again with more force or a sharper tool. A small number of users report needing to hold for 12–15 seconds on certain units.

Method 2: Software Reset (via web interface – only if you can still log in)

1. Connect your computer or phone to the router’s current Wi-Fi network, or connect directly via an Ethernet cable to one of the LAN ports.
2. Open a web browser and go to http://tplinkwifi.net or http://192.168.0.1 (or http://192.168.1.1).
3. Log in with your current admin username and password.
4. Go to Advanced → System Tools (or System) → Backup & Restore or Factory Defaults.
5. Click Factory Defaults / Restore to Factory Default Settings and confirm the action.
6. Wait for the router to reboot (usually 1–2 minutes).

After either method, you will need to set up the router again:

• Re-enter your ISP broadband credentials (PPPoE username/password if required).
• Create a new Wi-Fi name and password.
• Set a new admin password during first-time setup.

Troubleshooting notes:

• If the router still does not broadcast the default Wi-Fi SSID or the lights behave abnormally after reset, it may indicate a hardware issue.
• Check the exact model (e.g. Archer AX55, AX3000 Pro, etc.) on the TP-Link official support website for model-specific LED behavior and reset timing.
• Slight differences exist between firmware versions and sub-models, but holding RESET for 10 seconds is almost universally effective across the AX3000 series.

References:

• None (information is based on standard TP-Link Archer AX series factory reset procedure, consistent across official TP-Link documentation and user manuals as of 2026)

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