“I was forced to reset my Netgear Nighthawk router. The reason was, the Nighthawk app was not working, and due to this error, I was unable to perform Netgear Nighthawk setup. After resetting Nighthawk router, I found the internet was not working, and due to this, I am still unable to do anything to my router. Please help!”
Please do not worry! We will resolve the issue for you to your satisfaction. Follow the tips and tricks provided in this post and know how to make things working in a flash. Given that, continue reading!
Nighthawk Router not connecting to Internet after Reset [Quick Fixes]
The best solutions that will help you resolve the issue from the comfort of your home are outlined underneath:
Reboot Your Nighthawk Router
If you are not able to access the internet after resetting the router, then before doing anything else, you should start troubleshooting the issue by trying the basic fix first. Yes, rebooting is one of the best fixes that will help you resolve big issues with your Nighthawk router.
Without delay, take the plunge to reboot your router and the instructions to execute the process are as follows:
Step 1: Unplug your Nighthawk router. Yes, you read it right! Unplug it and turn it off.
Step 2: Wait for 5-15 minutes.
Step 3: After waiting for 5-15 minutes, you can plug in back your router and turn it on.
Now, you must try accessing the Nighthawk app again to check if you are able to access the internet or not.
There is no harm to reboot your router after resetting it. Rather the process will give the device a new start and push it to perform well.
Perform Netgear Nighthawk Setup Process Again
If not have not performed Netgear Nighthawk setup process from scratch after resetting it, then also you may have issues while accessing the internet. So, without thinking much, re-configure your router and have access to your internet connection again.
To set up your router in a hassle-free way, click on the highlighted term above and know how to get your configure in minutes.
Check with Your ISP
It seems like – it is your ISP’s fault that you are not able to access the internet. To confirm, we suggest you get in touch with your ISP right away. Is your ISP the culprit? YES? OMG! And, you were up to something else! Wipe out that sweat from your forehead. Just ask your internet service provider to fix the internet-related things for you so you can access it (the internet) the next minute.
Move Your Router and Modem Closer
If your router and modem and not placed closer, then also you may have issues while accessing the internet. So, what you have to do – move your devices (router and modem) in close proximity. We suggest – while moving them closer, ensure that you don’t put them in corners, near to thick walls, and windows. Apart from this, we also suggest that you won’t install the inside cabinet, back of your computer, or under a table.
Connect Your Router and Modem
Placing router and modem is not enough. The most important part is still missing and that is to connect them.
How to connect them, means router and extender?
You can connect your router and modem via two ways:
First is using an Ethernet source and second is using a wireless source.
- In Ethernet source, take a well-working cable and connect its one end into your Nighthawk router and other end into your modem.
- In wireless connection, just place a safe distance and then, press the WPS button on your modem and then press the WPS button on your router.
If your modem doesn’t support the WPS feature, connect them using a wired source.
We hope that after applying all the above-mentioned fixes, you will have access to your internet connection again.
What Else You Can Do?
If the Nighthawk app is not working and not allowing to perform Netgear Nighthakw setup, then:
- You can update the app
- Connect your client device (Smartphone, computer, or laptop) to your Nighthawk router prior to accessing the app
- Ensure to download the correct version of the app
- Uninstall and reinstall the app.