📡 Hardware Model Setup Sheet

Google Nest Google Wifi (NLS-1304-25)

Complete default configuration parameters, factory credentials, LED indicator cheat-sheet, and hardware reset procedure.

Quick Gateway Answer (RFC 1918 Verified)
Default IP: 192.168.86.1 • Web: N/A (Google Home App) • User: Managed via Google Home • Pass: Managed via Google Home
To log into the Google Nest Google Wifi (NLS-1304-25), connect to your router via Wi-Fi or Ethernet and open http://192.168.86.1 in your browser.
Open Admin Panel (http://192.168.86.1) →

Hardware Configuration & Specifications

Manufacturer Google Nest
Hardware Type Whole-Home Mesh System
Default Gateway IP 192.168.86.1
Alternative Web Domain N/A (Google Home App)
Fallback IP 192.168.1.1
Default Username Managed via Google Home
Default Password Managed via Google Home
Password on Sticker Yes (Check Base Label)
Default SSID Pattern setupXXXX
Wi-Fi Standard Wi-Fi 5 (AC1200 Dual-Band)

How to Factory Reset Google Nest Google Wifi (NLS-1304-25)

Hardware Reset Instructions:

While plugged into power, press and hold the physical reset button on the base for 10 seconds. The indicator light will pulse yellow/amber, then turn solid yellow. Release and wait 5 minutes until it pulses white, indicating it is ready for setup.

LED Indicator Diagnostic Cheat-Sheet

LED Name Normal State Error / Alert State Description & Function
Front LED Ring / Light Solid White (Connected and online) Pulsing Yellow (No Internet connection) / Fast Blinking Yellow (Factory resetting) Overall gateway connectivity.
Setup Light Slow Pulsing White (Ready for Google Home setup) Solid Red (Critical hardware fault) Initial provisioning mode.

⚡ Live Gateway Reachability Probe

Target: 192.168.86.1

Test whether your device is currently connected to this gateway subnet via local browser ping probes:

Official Companion App & Documentation

Download Google Home App Download Official PDF Manual

Related Guides & Tools

All Google Nest Routers → 192.168.86.1 Gateway Hub → CIDR Subnet Calculator → Wi-Fi QR Code Generator →