How to Reset ANY CenturyLink Router Modem (Password Wi-Fi DSL Zyxel Actiontec Technicolor Internet)
3To reset your CenturyLink router, you can do either a soft reset (reboot) or a hard reset (factory reset). Here's how to do both:
Soft Reset (Reboot)
This simply restarts your router to fix temporary issues like slow speeds or no connection.
How to do it:
Unplug the power cable from the back of the router.
Wait about 30 seconds.
Plug it back in.
Wait 2–5 minutes for the router to fully reboot and reconnect.
Tip: This won't delete any settings — your Wi-Fi name and password will stay the same.
Hard Reset (Factory Reset)
This will erase all custom settings (Wi-Fi name, password, parental controls, etc.) and return the router to factory defaults.
How to do it:
Find the reset button on the back or bottom of your router — it's usually a small pinhole.
Use a paperclip or similar object to press and hold the button for 10–15 seconds.
Release when you see the lights blink or turn off.
Wait a few minutes for the router to reset and reboot.
After the reset, your Wi-Fi network name and password will return to what’s printed on the sticker on the router.
After a Factory Reset
To log into your router settings:
Go to: http://192.168.0.1 or http://192.168.1.1
Default username: admin
Default password: printed on your router label (sometimes also admin or 1234
Current CenturyLink Modem & Router Models
These are the latest models recommended for optimal performance:
C4000 Series: WiFi 6, WPA3 security
C4000BG/BZ (ADSL/VDSL)
C4000LG/LZ (ADSL/VDSL)
C4000XG (Fiber)
C3510XZ: WiFi 6, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
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C3000 Series: WiFi 5, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
C3000A
C3000Z
C2300A: WiFi 5, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
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C5500XK SmartNID: Fiber-only, no built-in WiFi
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PK5000Z: WiFi 5, up to 20 Mbps on ADSL2+
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C424G / C844G: WiFi 5, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
Retired CenturyLink Modem & Router Models
These models are no longer supported and should be replaced:
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Actiontec Series:
C1000A, C2000A, C1900A, C2000T, C3000A
PK5000A, PK5001A, Q1000
Zyxel Series:
C1000Z, C1100Z, C2100Z, FR1000Z, PK5001Z, Q1000Z
Technicolor Series:
C1100T, C2000T, C2100T
Westell 7500: ADSL2+ only, up to 10 Mbps
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CenturyLink-Compatible Modems
These third-party modems have been tested and certified to work with CenturyLink services:
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Zyxel C3000Z: WiFi 5, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
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Zyxel C3510XZ: WiFi 6, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
Zyxel C4000BZ / C4000LZ: WiFi 6, up to 140 Mbps on VDSL
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Adtran C424G: WiFi 5, up to 940 Mbps on fiber
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