Access your router's admin panel to configure networking settings.
You need router access to configure port forwarding and other network settings.
Accessing your router's admin panel is required for port forwarding, DHCP configuration, and other network settings. This process varies by router manufacturer but follows a general pattern.
Windows:
1. Open Command Prompt 2. Run `ipconfig` 3. Look for "Default Gateway" under your active network adapter
macOS:
1. Open Terminal 2. Run `netstat -nr | grep default` 3. Look for "gateway" in the output
Linux:
1. Open Terminal 2. Run `ip route | grep default` 3. Look for "default via" in the output
1. Open web browser 2. Enter router IP address 3. Login with credentials 4. Credentials usually on router sticker
Common default username/password combinations:
Security note: Change default credentials immediately after first login.
Can't access router:
Forgot credentials: