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Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025

Changing router admin password

I've just installed my new XB8 router. I cannot gain admin access to it. The article  at https://www.xfinity.com/support/articles/change-wifi-mode-admin-tool-xfinity-xfi instructions are to access 10.0.0.1, use the password 'admin', and the default password on the base of the router.  When I do the router responds with an invalid username/password message. 

I've also tried:

  • resetting the router
  • using the password 'password'
  • accessing the router through a direct cabled connection to the router as well as via wi-fi

From the forums, this appears to be a common problem but I can't find the solution. Please advise

 

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6 hours ago

A quick follow up. I can confirm the password on the router base does work. It just helps if you read it properly - even if you've read it wrong 5 time prior. Sixth recheck must be the charm.

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