Changing the Wireless Password on a Netgear WGT624v3 Router

  1. Connect a computer to the Netgear wireless router with an Ethernet/network cable. You can use any of the 4 ports grouped in the back. Make sure the Netgear is powered on.
  2. Open your Web browser. In the address bar, enter 192.168.1.1 and press the Enter or Return key.
  3. A window will appear asking for a login and password.The default login name is: admin
    The default password is : password

    Enter this info and click OK.

  4. Once logged in, click the Wireless Settings link on the left.
  5. Underneath Security Options, select the third option: WPA-PSK [TKIP].
  6. Where it says Passphrase, type in your new password. Your new password must be at least 8 characters. It can have both letters and numbers, and is case sensitive. You may want to write it down and keep it in a safe place.
  7. Click Apply. The Netgear will restart. Once the router has completely restarted, you’re done.