A router is the most important security device in your home. For ZTE routers (and most others), the default username is almost always admin , and the default password is often admin , password , or user . Sometimes, it is printed on the label on the device's underside.

Elias looked pale. "I didn't realize."

He pulled out his laptop and connected it via an Ethernet cable—the "old school" way—to bypass any wireless glitches. He typed 192.168.1.1 into the browser bar. A stark, grey login page appeared, asking for credentials.

If "admin/admin" doesn't work, try these widely used combinations for various ZTE models: Default IP Address admin 192.168.1.1 or 192.168.0.1 admin 1234 192.168.1.1 admin password 192.168.1.1 1admin0 ltecl4r0 192.168.1.1 (Model WF820+) ltecl4r0 1admin0 192.168.1.1 (Model WF820 variations) (blank) admin 192.168.0.1 (Model ZXHN H118Na) How to Find Your Specific Login Details

This guide covers the most common default credentials, how to find them for your specific model, and the steps to log in and secure your network. Common ZTE Default Login Credentials

She gestured to the monitor.

"Go to Administration," Jenna instructed. "Then System Management. Find 'User Management'."