192.168.1.1 is the default IP address used by Linksys broadband routers, other brands of network routers, and home network gateway devices. Network administrators use this address to set up a new router or update settings for an existing router. The same address can also be used on business computer networks.
Linksys: 192.168.1.1 | Basic Settings of your Linksys Wireless Router | NETVN
Technically, a computer, printer, or other device can be programmed to use this address, but it is not recommended because it can cause IP address conflicts. 192.168. 1.1 is part of the private IP address range that is typically used for private networks. The private IP address range starts at 192.168. 0.0 and goes all the way to 192.168. 255. 255.
It is not always necessary to know the IP address of your router. Phones and other devices can find the router by its name (SSID) when those devices need to go online. However, it is important to know the address when setting up a new router or troubleshooting a home network problem.
To connect to a router with an IP address of 192.168.1.1, open a web browser, go to the address bar and type http://192.168.1.1/ . Then log in to the router and connect as an administrator. Then open the configuration screens.
