An Access Point has a web-based configuration utility which is known as the Access point web-based configuration Utility. The web-based configuration utility is GUI (Graphical User Interface) which gives an administrator a tool that is simple to use. Apart from that, it contains all the features that can be updated and changed to modify the performance of a device. This is the easiest way to access the device and configure its settings. You must connect the device to the administrative PC or laptop to make this utility work. In this blog, we are going it explain to you how to access the configuration page of your Access point. Moreover, you will get steps on how to log into the access point.
Before jumping to the steps, below is a list of things you will be requiring to log into the Access Point.
- An Ethernet cable
- Computer or any other device
- An Access point
- Active Internet connection
Now, let’s proceed to the steps involved in the process to log into the Access point:
How to log into the access point?
- First of all, connect a wired computer to the LAN port on the back of Access point with the help of an Ethernet cable.
- Now, open any web browser of your choice on the PC.
- In the address bar of your browser, enter the default IP Address of your Access point.
- After typing the default IP address, press ‘Enter.’
- A login page will appear on your screen asking you to enter the login credentials.
- Enter the default username and password of your access point and click ‘Ok.’
- Now, you are logged into the web-based configuration of your access point.
Note: If you cannot get to the login page or if you get to the login page but cannot log in, reset your router. You can reset your router to default factory settings by pressing the reset button. Press and hold the reset button at the back of the router for about ten seconds. This will erase all the settings in access point and will restore the default settings.
How to change the settings of the access point?
Once you are logged in, you can change the settings of access point. Go to the system utility of your access point and its IP Address to be in the same network. You can even change the wireless settings of your access point. It is also advised to change the network name (SSID) and passphrase of the access point to make it more secure and protected. After making all the changes, make sure you save the new settings by clicking on the button ‘Apply changes’ on the bottom of the page.
Conclusion
You need to connect the access point to the computer with an Ethernet cable, login to the web configuration of your access point and change the settings. If you face an issue while logging into the access point, you can mail us your query. Or, give us a call at our 24*7 available toll-free number. We will be more than happy to assist you.