In this article, we'll show you how to change your WiFi network name and password. You can find the default Wi-Fi network name and password printed on the sticker on the bottom of your modem, or on the card you received packaged with your modem.
Before you can change Your Wi-Fi network name and password, you'll need to find your login for the modem settings page. This can be found printed on the sticker on the bottom of your modem.
Connect your PC, laptop, smartphone, or tablet to the modem. You can use Wi-Fi or one of the 3 LAN ports on the bottom of your device
Open a web browser and enter https://192.168.1.254 into the address bar. You'll now be connected to your modem's settings page
From the main screen, click the, Status tab → Home networking
From the LAN Wireless info table, you'll see the Wireless 2.4GHz and Wireless 5GHz connection types
Click the Settings tab next to the wireless connection type you wish to change
From the SSID configuration table, enter your preferred WiFi network name in the SSID name field. To change your WiFi password, enter your preferred password in the WPA KEY field
Click Save
You may wish to repeat the process to change both the 2.4GHz and 5GHz wireless connection types.
Tip: You should always pick a password that's strong, secure and easy to remember
Important: If you perform a factory reset, the WiFi network name and password will be changed back to its default.