Bridge mode linksys E2500

I accidently went into bridge mode on my linksys E2500 router. I want to reset it back to normal but i'm not sure how to do it. i tried the little reset button on the router but that didn't change it. somebody please help !?

Hi, I’ve read your post from this link: http://homecommunity.cisco.com/t5/Wireless-Routers/linkSys-E2500-ports-wont-open/m-p/583440#M244473 and I would just like to verify if were now able to access your router’s ui?

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