Technically, a computer, printer, or another device could be programmed to use this address, but it’s not recommended as it could cause IP address conflicts. 192.168.1.1 belongs to the private IP address range typically used for private networks. The private IP address range starts with 192.168.0.0 and extends through 192.168.255.255.
Connect to a Linksys Router Using 192.168.1.1
It isn’t always necessary to know your router’s IP address. Phones and other devices can find the router by its name (SSID) whenever those devices need to get online. However, knowing the address becomes important when you set up a new router or troubleshoot a home network problem. To connect to a router that has an IP address of 192.168.1.1, open a web browser, go to the address bar, and enter http://192.168.1.1/. Then, log in and connect to the router as an administrator and access its configuration screens. The procedure may fail for the following reasons:
The router has failed and is unresponsive to connections through the browser.The router is set up to use a different address and not 192.168.1.1.The computer and the router need to be on the same network to access it at this local address.
Can’t Connect to 192.168.1.1?
If you can’t connect to 192.168.1.1, there are a few things you can try to get reconnected.
It Isn’t Always the Router
When a router at 192.168.1.1 is functioning correctly, there could be issues with the wireless card configuration in your computer, or issues with the ISP. There are many reasons you may not be able to get a good internet connection. It’s a good idea to be methodical when you’re troubleshooting possible causes until you find the issue.
