OpenWrt Router Login and LuCI Setup at 192.168.1.1
OpenWrt uses 192.168.1.1 as the admin address. Fresh installs have username root with no password - set one immediately after first login.
About OpenWrt Routers
OpenWrt is open-source Linux router firmware. First login uses root/blank - set a password immediately.
Official support: OpenWrt Docs
How to Log In
Connect your device via Wi-Fi or Ethernet cable to the OpenWrt router.
Navigate to http://192.168.1.1 in a browser.
Username: root. Password: blank (empty). Check the device label for any customized credentials.
| Model | Admin IP | Username | Password |
|---|---|---|---|
| OpenWrt (all supported models) | 192.168.1.1 | root | blank (empty) |
Default Credentials
| Method | Address | Username | Password | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LuCI web UI | 192.168.1.1 | root | blank (empty) | Set password immediately |
| SSH | 192.168.1.1:22 | root | blank (empty) | Same as LuCI root |
| After first setup | 192.168.1.1 | root | your password | Unified LuCI + SSH |
Troubleshooting
OpenWrt disables Wi-Fi by default. After setting root password, go to Network → Wireless, enable radio, configure WPA2, Save & Apply.
Router needs working WAN internet. Verify in Network → Interfaces → WAN. Test: SSH in and run ping 8.8.8.8.
Community and Support
Official documentation answers most setup questions, but these communities have thousands of solved threads covering every edge case.
FAQ
What if the default credentials do not work?
Check the physical label on the device for custom credentials. If the password was changed and is unknown, press and hold the Reset button for 10 seconds to restore factory defaults. After a factory reset, the default credentials listed above will work again.