192.168.40.1 Admin Login

Motorola and NetComm are among the primary router and wireless access point manufacturers that use 192.168.40.1 as their default gateway IP address. ISP-provisioned routers — including those deployed by Canadian cable provider Cogeco — also commonly assign 192.168.40.1 as the default gateway on their supplied equipment. This address belongs to the 192.168.40.0/24 private subnet, a Class C IPv4 range defined under RFC 1918, meaning it is only reachable from within your local network and is never routed over the public internet. If your router uses 192.168.40.1, you can type it directly into your browser's address bar to reach the admin login panel and manage your network settings. Other widely used default gateway addresses include 192.168.1.254, 192.168.0.1, and 10.0.0.1.

How to Access 192.168.40.1

To reach your router's admin panel at 192.168.40.1, follow these steps:

1. Connect to your network. Use an Ethernet cable plugged into one of your router's LAN ports for the most stable connection. You can also connect over Wi-Fi, but a wired connection is strongly recommended when making configuration changes — it prevents you from being dropped mid-session if you accidentally alter a wireless setting.
2. Open your web browser. Any modern browser works — Chrome, Firefox, Edge, or Safari. Do not use a search engine bar; you must type the address directly into the address bar at the top of the browser window.
3. Type the IP address. Enter http://192.168.40.1 and press Enter. If the page does not load, try https://192.168.40.1 with the secure prefix instead.
4. Enter your credentials. On the login page that appears, enter your router's username and password. For Motorola WA840G devices, the default username is admin and the default password is motorola. For NetComm NP126/NP127 wireless range extenders, the default password is admin with no username required. For Cogeco-supplied modems, the credentials are typically printed on a sticker on the back or bottom of the device.
5. Explore the admin panel. Once logged in, you can configure your Wi-Fi name (SSID), wireless password, DHCP settings, port forwarding rules, parental controls, firmware updates, and more.

Because 192.168.40.1 is a private IPv4 address, only devices physically connected to your local network can access it. It is completely inaccessible from the public internet, making it safe to use for router administration.

If You Can't Access 192.168.40.1

If typing http://192.168.40.1 into your browser produces an error, a blank page, or a "site can't be reached" message, work through the following checks before assuming the address is wrong:

• Verify your default gateway. On Windows, open the Command Prompt (press Win + R, type cmd, and press Enter), then run ipconfig /all. Look for the Default Gateway field under your active network adapter. If it shows something other than 192.168.40.1, that is your actual router IP — use that instead. On macOS, go to System Settings > Network, select your active connection, and click Details to find the router address. On Linux, run ip route | grep default in a terminal.
• Check your physical connection. Make sure the Ethernet cable is firmly seated in both your computer's network port and the router's LAN port (not the WAN/Internet port). If using Wi-Fi, confirm you are connected to the correct network.
• Disable browser extensions. Ad blockers, VPN extensions, and proxy plugins can interfere with local IP access. Try opening 192.168.40.1 in a private/incognito window, or temporarily disable extensions.
• Clear your browser cache. A cached redirect or error page can block access. Clear your browser's cache and cookies, then try again.
• Try a different browser. If one browser fails, test with another to rule out browser-specific issues.
• Restart your router. Power-cycle the device by unplugging it for 30 seconds, then plugging it back in. Wait for all indicator lights to stabilize before attempting to access 192.168.40.1 again.

If none of the above resolves the issue, check our guide on how to find your router IP address to confirm the correct gateway for your specific device.

Router Brands That Use 192.168.40.1

Not every router manufacturer uses 192.168.40.1 as a default gateway — it is a less common address compared to 192.168.0.1 or 192.168.1.254. The confirmed brands and models that assign 192.168.40.1 by default are:

• Motorola WA840G (v1 and v2) — These are wireless access points manufactured by Motorola. Both hardware versions use 192.168.40.1 as the default gateway. The default login credentials are username: admin and password: motorola. You can access the admin panel by navigating to http://192.168.40.1 in your browser while connected to the device.
• NetComm NP126 and NP127 — These are wireless range extenders from Australian networking brand NetComm. Both models use 192.168.40.1 as their default IP. The default password is admin, and no username is required for the NP126. The NP127 uses a blank username with the same admin password.
• Cogeco ISP-Provisioned Modems — Cogeco, a Canadian internet service provider, deploys gateway modems (including ARRIS and Hitron models) that may be configured with 192.168.40.1 as the default gateway. Login credentials for Cogeco devices are printed on the label affixed to the back or bottom of the modem. The typical username is cusadmin, and the password is the unique key printed on the device sticker.
• TP-Link and Xiaomi ISP-Customized Routers — Certain ISP-customized variants of TP-Link and Xiaomi routers are pre-configured by internet service providers to use 192.168.40.1 instead of their standard default gateways. These are operator-specific builds, and their credentials are managed by the ISP rather than the manufacturer. Check the label on your device or contact your ISP for the correct login details.

Changing Your Router's Password at 192.168.40.1

Keeping the default password on your router is one of the most common and dangerous security mistakes you can make. Default credentials like admin/motorola or admin/admin are publicly documented and can be exploited by anyone who gains access to your network. Here is how to change your router's admin password once you are logged in at 192.168.40.1:

1. Log in to the admin panel at http://192.168.40.1 using your current credentials.
2. Navigate to the Administration, System, or Management section — the exact label varies by router brand and firmware version.
3. Look for a Change Password, Admin Password, or Account Settings option.
4. Enter your current password, then type your new password twice to confirm it.
5. Click Save or Apply. Your router may restart to apply the change.

Choose a strong password that is at least 12 characters long and includes a mix of uppercase letters, lowercase letters, numbers, and symbols. Avoid using your Wi-Fi password, your name, or any easily guessable information. Store the new password in a secure password manager so you do not lose access to your 192.168.40.1 admin panel in the future.

You should also change your Wi-Fi network password (separate from the admin password) if you are still using the factory default. Look for the Wireless or Wi-Fi Settings section in the admin panel to update it.

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How to Factory Reset a Router Using 192.168.40.1

If you have forgotten your admin password and can no longer log in to the panel at 192.168.40.1, a factory reset is the only way to restore access. This will erase all custom settings — including your Wi-Fi name, password, port forwarding rules, and any other configurations — and return the router to its original out-of-box state.

Motorola WA840G (v1 and v2) Factory Reset

1. Make sure the Motorola WA840G is powered on and all indicator lights are active.
2. Locate the small Reset button on the back of the device. You will need a straightened paperclip, toothpick, or similar thin object to press it.
3. Press and hold the Reset button for 30 seconds. For the v2 model, you may need to hold the button while cycling the power: hold the reset button, turn off the power, turn it back on, and continue holding for another 30 seconds.
4. Release the button and wait for the device to fully reboot. This may take 1–2 minutes.
5. Once the device restarts, navigate to http://192.168.40.1 and log in with the default credentials: username admin, password motorola.

NetComm NP126 / NP127 Factory Reset

1. Ensure the NetComm device is powered on.
2. Find the Reset pinhole button on the device body.
3. Insert a pin or paperclip and hold for approximately 20 seconds until the device reboots.
4. After the reboot, access the admin panel at http://192.168.40.1 using the default password admin.

Cogeco Modem Factory Reset

1. Locate the Reset button on the back of your Cogeco modem.
2. Press and hold it for 10–15 seconds using a pin or paperclip.
3. Wait for the modem to fully restart (all lights will cycle and stabilize).
4. Log in using the credentials printed on the sticker on the back of the device. Contact Cogeco support if you cannot locate the sticker credentials.

Important: After any factory reset, you will need to reconfigure your internet connection settings, Wi-Fi name, and password from scratch. If your router was set up by an ISP technician, contact your ISP before performing a reset, as they may need to re-provision the device remotely.

What Is 192.168.40.1 as a Private IP Address?

192.168.40.1 is a private IPv4 address that falls within the Class C private address range defined by RFC 1918. The full Class C private range spans from 192.168.0.0 to 192.168.255.255, and 192.168.40.1 sits within the 192.168.40.0/24 subnet. This subnet supports up to 254 usable host addresses — from 192.168.40.1 through 192.168.40.254 — with 192.168.40.255 reserved as the broadcast address.

When your router uses 192.168.40.1 as its default gateway, it acts as the central hub for all devices on your local network. Every device that connects to your router — whether by Wi-Fi or Ethernet — receives a unique private IP address within the 192.168.40.x range, automatically assigned by the router's DHCP (Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol) server. For example:

• Your laptop might receive 192.168.40.2
• Your smartphone might receive 192.168.40.3
• Your smart TV might receive 192.168.40.4
• Your printer might receive 192.168.40.5

The router at 192.168.40.1 manages all communication between these devices and the public internet. When you request a webpage, your device sends the request to 192.168.40.1, which forwards it to your ISP and returns the response to your device. This process — called Network Address Translation (NAT) — allows all devices on your private network to share a single public IP address assigned by your ISP.

Because 192.168.40.1 is a private address, it is not routable on the public internet. No one outside your local network can reach it, which is why it is safe to use as a router admin address. Only devices physically connected to your network — either via cable or Wi-Fi — can access the admin panel at 192.168.40.1.

Related IP Addresses in the 192.168.40.0/24 Subnet

The 192.168.40.0/24 network contains 254 usable host addresses. While 192.168.40.1 is the most commonly used gateway address in this subnet, other addresses within the same range serve important roles in network configuration. Here are some related IPs you may encounter:

• 192.168.40.2 – 192.168.40.100: These addresses are typically assigned dynamically by the DHCP server to client devices such as laptops, phones, tablets, and smart home devices connected to your router.
• 192.168.40.100 – 192.168.40.200: Often configured as the DHCP pool range in router settings, these addresses are handed out automatically to new devices joining the network.
• 192.168.40.254: Some router models — particularly those from ISPs — use .254 as an alternative default gateway address within the same subnet. This is the last usable host address before the broadcast address.
• 192.168.40.255: This is the broadcast address for the 192.168.40.0/24 subnet. It cannot be assigned to any device and is used by the network to send messages to all hosts simultaneously.

If you need to assign a static IP address to a device on your network (such as a printer, NAS drive, or security camera), choose an address outside the DHCP pool range — for example, 192.168.40.200 through 192.168.40.253 — to avoid conflicts with dynamically assigned addresses. You can configure static IP assignments either directly on the device or through the DHCP reservation feature in your router's admin panel at 192.168.40.1.

Other commonly used private gateway addresses outside this subnet include 192.168.0.1, 192.168.2.1, 192.168.8.1, 192.168.10.1, 192.168.100.1, 192.168.1.254, and 10.0.0.1.

Frequently Asked Questions About 192.168.40.1

What is 192.168.40.1 used for?

192.168.40.1 is used as the default gateway IP address for routers and wireless access points from brands such as Motorola, NetComm, and ISP-provisioned devices from providers like Cogeco. It is the address you type into your browser to access your router's admin panel, where you can manage Wi-Fi settings, security, DHCP, and more.

Is 192.168.40.1 the same as a router login page?

Yes — for routers that use this address as their default gateway, navigating to http://192.168.40.1 in your browser will load the router's web-based login page. This is where you enter your admin username and password to access the configuration interface. Motorola WA840G users will see a login prompt requiring admin / motorola by default.

Why can't I access 192.168.40.1?

The most common reasons you cannot reach 192.168.40.1 are: (1) your router does not use this address as its gateway — run ipconfig /all on Windows or check your network settings on Mac/Linux to confirm your actual gateway; (2) you are not connected to the router's network; (3) a browser extension or VPN is blocking local IP access; or (4) the router's IP has been manually changed from the default. Try a different browser or a private/incognito window if the page fails to load.

What are the default login credentials for 192.168.40.1?

The default credentials depend on your router brand. For Motorola WA840G devices, use username admin and password motorola. For NetComm NP126/NP127 range extenders, use password admin with no username. For Cogeco modems, the credentials are printed on the sticker on the back of the device. If you have changed your password and forgotten it, you will need to perform a factory reset to restore the defaults.

Can I change my router's IP address from 192.168.40.1 to something else?

Yes. Once logged in to the admin panel at 192.168.40.1, navigate to the LAN Settings or Network Settings section and look for the LAN IP Address field. You can change it to any valid private IP address, such as 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1. After saving, your router will reboot and you will need to use the new IP address to access the admin panel. Write down the new address before saving the change.

Is 192.168.40.1 safe to access?

Yes, 192.168.40.1 is completely safe to access from within your home or office network. As a private IP address, it is only reachable by devices connected to your local network and is never exposed to the public internet. However, you should always protect your admin panel with a strong, unique password to prevent unauthorized access from other devices on your network.

What devices connect to a router at 192.168.40.1?

Any device that connects to a router using 192.168.40.1 as its gateway will receive a private IP address in the 192.168.40.x range — for example, 192.168.40.2, 192.168.40.3, and so on. This includes laptops, smartphones, tablets, smart TVs, gaming consoles, printers, smart home devices, and any other internet-capable equipment on your network.