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192.168.5.1 IP Address
To access the admin page type 192.168.5.1 into your web browser’s address bar or click on the link below.
Default logins for 192.168.5.1
| IP Address: | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|
| 192.168.5.1 | admin | sti.admin5 |
How to sign in at 192.168.5.1
Follow these simple steps to log in to your router with an IP address of 192.168.5.1.
- Connect the cable from the router to your computer. (You can also use a wireless network). Check again that the device you want to work on is connected to wi-fi.
- Professional Tip - It is a good idea to use a wired connection when making changes. This avoids the risk of being suddenly disconnected when clicking the Save button.
- Open your chosen browser and enter the router’s IP address in the address bar. You can find it on the back of the router’s packaging. If the address fails, you will need to get the router’s manual. The IP listed as the default gateway is the correct one.
- It’s time to enter your router’s default username and password by accessing the administration panel. You can try the login credentials provided below. The default values for admin are:
root | user | admin
If none of the above is successful, enter the router name in the browser to find the default login username and password you need. You should be directed to the templates configuration page, where the network and router settings can be managed.
How to log in to your router at 192.168.5.1
The internet is a wonderful thing. You can play with people from all over the world, watch movies on demand or learn a new skill by watching YouTube tutorials. To do any of these things, you need access to the Internet, and to have access to the Internet at home, you need a router. A ready-to-use router can provide a basic Wi-Fi network to use, although, to get the best experience from your router, you need to access the router’s interface. To make changes to your router, you need to use the address 192.168.5.1 to access the interface. You can feel comfortable with the Wi-Fi network you have and don’t want to make changes, although if something goes wrong, it’s still good to know how to access your router’s interface, and here’s how:
- First, you need a computer with access to the Internet, which will likely be the case if you have a router. You must then connect that computer device to your router, either over the Wi-Fi network or over a wired Ethernet connection. A computer or laptop with a wired connection is better.
- After connecting your computer to the router, open your web browser. Your browser can be Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox or Microsoft Edge. With your browser open, type 192.168.5.1 in the search bar.
- Searching 192.168.5.1 will take you to the router interface. You will be asked to enter the login details associated with your router. The correct username and password will grant access to the router interface.
If you don’t know your router’s login details, you can usually find them detailed at the bottom of your router. You can also find your router’s login details on the manufacturer’s website.
How to configure your router with 192.168.5.1
The steps above will allow you to access your router’s interface. There are many things you can do in this menu, although for someone who accesses the router interface for the first time, it is a good idea to follow the basics. A great place to start is to change the login details mentioned above.
- After following the steps above, you will have access to your router’s interface. When in the main menu, search for general settings or the administrator settings menu.
- Scroll through this menu until you find the password field for the router. The username field will also be in this menu.
- After finding the correct field, enter your desired username or password, depending on which one you want to change. If you are changing your password, make sure your new password is secure.
- As with any changes made to the router, always save when done.
How to change your Wi-Fi network name and password
After changing the login details for the router interface, the next thing you can do is set the login details for the router’s Wi-Fi network. To change the name of the Wi-Fi network, you need to change the SSID.
- Again, go to the general settings or administrator settings menu.
- In that menu, look for the wireless settings option.
- This is where you will find the SSID field. Select the field and enter the name of the desired Wi-Fi network.
- As before, save your changes.
Changing your Wi-Fi password follows similar steps. Instead of selecting the SSID field, select the Wi-Fi password field. Enter the desired password and save the changes.
Troubleshooting 192.168.5.1
If you are unable to log in to the router, you are probably entering the wrong username or password. Also, remember to make a note of both after changing them.
Forgot your login password? Try to reset the router’s login. To do this, press and hold the small black button located on the back of the router for about 10 seconds. This will reset your router to factory settings.
Is the router’s login page not loading? If the login page is not loading, check that the device you are using is connected to wi-fi. You will also need to verify that the wrong router’s IP address is set as the default.
Sometimes, pages may have loading problems or speed problems. In this case, your network is probably using a different IP address. If this occurs, consult our list of IP address routers and find the correct address. If you need help, check out our tutorial on how to find your router’s IP address.
Router That using 192.168.5.1 as default IP
| Router Brand |
|---|
DQ Technology |
