[header] How to use a router as a switch [title] Plug the router into an open power outlet. [step] Plug the router you want to turn into a switch (we'll call this the' switch-router' from now on) into an open power outlet. You should see the power light indicator light up. 
[title] Hold the reset button on the switch-router for 30 seconds. [step] Look for a small button labeled " reset " and hold it for 30 seconds until all the lights blink off for a few seconds.