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Guide to Renaming Your Wi-Fi Router

Mar 18, 2025

How to Change the Name of Your Wi-Fi Router

Step-by-Step Guide

1. Ensure Connection to Wi-Fi

  • Make sure your device is connected to the Wi-Fi network you intend to modify.

2. Open a Web Browser

  • Use any web browser of your choice.

3. Find Your Router's IP Address

  • Option 1: If known, enter the IP address directly into the address bar.
  • Option 2: If unknown:
    • Type CMD in the search box and open the first result to access the Command Prompt window.
    • In the Command Prompt, type ipconfig and press Enter.
    • Look for "Default Gateway" in the details provided. This is your router’s IP address (e.g., 192.168.0.1).

4. Log in to Your Router

  • Enter the router's IP address into the web browser's address bar and hit Enter.
  • You will be directed to a login page.
  • Username and Password:
    • If you have previously set them, enter your credentials.
    • If logging in for the first time, check the router’s manual for default credentials. Typically, both the username and password are "admin" in lowercase.

5. Change Your Wi-Fi Router Name

  • After logging in, navigate to the "Wireless" section, usually found on the left-hand side.
  • Locate "Wireless Network Name" or similar on the right-hand side.
  • Enter your desired new Wi-Fi name.
  • Click "Save" to apply the changes.

Conclusion

  • These steps will successfully change your Wi-Fi router's name.

Note

  • This guide is provided by iTech Tips.