A Complete Guide on How to Login to a Motorola Router

How to Login to the Motorola Router

Open the Internet Browser

The login web page is accessible through any device that supports the internet and has a web browser. You can use your smartphone, tablets, laptops, or desktops for this purpose. Moreover, there is no limitation to what type of web browser should be used. Whichever you use for your daily work would serve the purpose. Begin the process by opening up a web browser.

Enter the IP address

The IP address is the numerical label assigned to your router. It is usually printed on the bottom of your router, along with other information. When setting up a router connection, the company tells you the IP address separately as well. But if you forget the address or didn't get it in the first place, you can use your devices to find it out.

On Your PC

1. Select 'System Preferences' from the 'Settings' menu.

2. Inside System Preferences, click on the 'Advanced' option at the bottom of the screen.

3. From the menu that appears, click on 'Network.' The router's IP address would be listed as 'TCP/IP' under 'Network.'

On Your Smart Device

1. Go to settings and select 'WLAN.'

2. In the WLAN option, click on 'Details.' In the information that appears, you will find your IP address listed as 'Router's IP.'

The IP address is 192.168.100.1 for Motorola modems MB series and 192.168.0.1 for Motorola modem/router combos.

However, different models may use separate IP addresses. They may also vary based on your locality. Here is a list of IP addresses with their login credentials that you can try with a Motorola router to access your account.

Enter the address in the address bar of your browser and hit enter/search.

Logging in

When you enter the address, the screen is redirected to the login page. The login page holds some information, and at the top left corner, you will see the option 'Login.' Click on the option, and a small window would pop up, or you will be redirected to a new screen. Either would ask for a login ID and a Password.

The login ID and the password are also conveyed to you by the company at the modem's purchase. In case you forgot or weren't given the credentials in the first place, you can use the default login ID and password. The default is usually:

Login Username: admin
Login Password: admin

If you still can't log in, try the default password and username particular to your modem’s model from the list above.

After you've entered both correctly, hit log in.

Account Menu

Once logged in, the screen that appears will show several options on the screen's left side. If you click on any of these options, all the information you’re looking for will appear on the right side.

Let's discuss what these options are and what they tell you. The first option says 'Information.' When you click it, a screen appears that provides the general information, such as the serial number of your device, the IP address, cable modem model, hardware version, etc.

The second option says, 'Status.' When clicked upon, it reveals information regarding the state of your device and connection. It lets you know if your modem is connected to the primary server connection or not. The boot status lets you know if the device is currently engaged or turned off.

The upstream and downstream options provide information on the various speeds of upstream and downstream traffic.

The upstream traffic is usually engaged when you are uploading something or sending data. The downstream traffic is produced when you receive emails, download things, web search, play online games, etc.

The event log includes your internet history. You can either refresh it or clear it.

There are two more options at the top right corner, 'Modem' and 'Tools.'

'Tools' has three further options, 'Passwords,' 'Scanning plan,' and 'Reset Defaults.'

In the password section, you can change the default password to make your device more secure and to prevent the chances of hacking. To change the password, enter the old one and type in the new one-two times for confirmation.

Hit 'Apply,' and your password will be changed. The password may be anything, a word, or alphabets with numeric and special characters.

The 'Scanning plan' informs you about your bandwidth. It is advisable not to play around or change your bandwidth without proper knowledge, as it may lead to a violation of terms.

To reset the modem, go to 'Reset Default.' This will change your password back to the default factory one.

After you have changed your password, reload the screen and log in again with the new password to make sure that the changes have been made.

How to Reset a Motorola Router

It is advisable to reset the modem if you notice some operational problems that weren't previously there. A reset removes the errors that may have accumulated in the modem over time.

A reset also helps if you connect the modem to a new computer, and it fails to recognize the device. Resetting the modem will help it better connect to the new device.

Resetting with a Power Cable

1. Modems that do not have a power switch are reset by removing the power cable connected at the back.

2. After you have removed the cable, wait for 30-45 seconds.

3. This gives the modem the necessary time to reset.

4. After 30-45 seconds, connect the power cable back in the same way as it was before.

5. Once you do so, the lights on the modem should start showing.

6. Again, give the modem 30-60 seconds before it is ready to connect to your devices.

Resetting with a Power Switch

1. Some modems have a power button that is flipped to turn the modem on or off.

2. To reset such modems, turn off the power switch.

3. All lights on the modem disappear.

4. Give the modem 30 seconds before you turn the switch back on.

5. Once you do so, the lights on the modem should come back.

6. In about 30 seconds, your modem would be ready to connect.

Resetting with the Reset Button

1. On some modems, there exists a reset button. This is used to factory reset or hard reset the router and remove all memory from it.

2. This button could only be reached by a skinny wire.

3. Leave the router plugged into power and switched on.

4. Use a paper clip and straighten it out.

5. Reach inside the hole and press the button with the wire for 10 seconds.

6. This would hard reset your modem and remove all memory. The login ID and password are also changed back to default.

To better understand how to reset the router, here is a video that explains the steps in detail!

How to Configure a Motorola Router

Configuring your router is very easy. It gives you full control on how your preferred settings. It's also an efficient approach to getting your needs met and saving the cost of hiring a technician. 

Here are the steps that would tell you how to configure your router:

1. Take the connectivity wire and plug it on the connectivity port on the router.

2. Take the power cable and connect it to the power plug present on the backside of your router. The power cable has a circular face, and it goes into a circular port.

3. Power on the router and wait for a few minutes as it gets ready.

4. Next, use the customer service number given in the help guide and call customer services.

5. List your device with them. Answer their questions to get access to the internet through your router.

6. Customer service will give you a network ID and a password to connect to the Wi-Fi.

7. In your computers or smart devices, go to Wi-Fi settings and add new Wi-Fi using the credentials provided by customer services.

8. Once connected, you can use the IP address along with the login ID and password given at the bottom of the router to change the default connectivity password and Wi-Fi name to something new and more exclusive.

Use the following video to help you go through all the steps more easily:

The Bottom Line

Setting up a router, configuring, and resetting it are necessary operations to know to optimize its functioning. Most technicians are called to perform these simple tasks, which might cause a delay and cost a lot. Learning how to carry out these operations is a simple and easy task that does not require many technicalities to know.

Motorola Router FAQ

Since our readers might be new to the whole process of setting and configuring a router, there is a big possibility that some of their questions might have remained unanswered in the above discussion or that some things might need more clarification.

In this section, we try to clarify the whole operation by answering the most sought after questions relating to the Motorola Router login guide.

Where is the Password for My Motorola Router?

The password for your Motorola Router or the Wireless Security Key is present on the router itself. You can find it printed on a label on the bottom or back of the router. The label also contains some other information like the IP address and the default network name.

What is My Motorola Router’s Username and Password?

By default, the brand has set the same username and password for all devices. The username is 'admin,' and the password is either 'Motorola' or 'admin.' But different router models may have other IDs or passwords based on your locality.

If the default credentials do not work, use the list above to find one suited to your model. All the alphabets are to be typed in lowercase. You can access your account to change the password to something else.

Where is the WPS Button on My Motorola Router?

The WPS button on Motorola Routers is usually present on the front panel. You'll find all the connections indicating lights; then, you will find the black button. This button is the WPS button and allows you to connect to the modem without typing in a password. When pushed, the wireless LED light will flash amber and green in color.

On your smart device, hit the WPS push button and wait for a few seconds as the router and the device connect. If the button is not present on the front panel, look on the backside of the device.

How to Update Motorola Router Firmware

It is not possible to update the Motorola firmware manually. However, it is automatically done if you restart your modem. For this, turn off the cable modem for around 15 seconds. After you have turned it on, the router will run configurations to see if it is working on the latest firmware. If not, it will automatically update it.

How to Change the Router Channel Motorola SBG6580

1. To change your Motorola SBG6580 router channel, enter the IP address in your browser’s search bar and log in using the ID and the password.

2. When logged in, the' Status' screen appears. On the top of the screen, select 'Wireless' from the options.

3. You will be redirected to another screen. On this screen, see the second last option. It says 'Control Channel.'

4. Next to the option is a drop-down menu from which you can use a channel different than the current.

How to Enable UPNP on an AT&T Motorola Router

To enable UPNP on AT&T Motorola Router, use the following steps:

1. First, take an Ethernet cable and plug one end of it in any of the LAN ports on the back of the router and the other to your computer.

2. Use http://gateway.2wire.net to access the gateway for enabling UPNP.

3. From the screen that appears, select the 'Home Network' tab to open the list of devices connected to the network.

4. Click on the 'Access Shared Files' and then hit 'Enable.'

5. You can now access the files from any computer connected to the device.

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