WRT160Nv3 has resetted to factory defaults himself

Hello, today I got up and discovered that my WRT160Nv3 router has resetted to factory defaults himself, the name of the Wifi network was "linksys" and all configurations were the defaults...
That's normal? This is the first time it happens.

I've never had that happen....and I don't think it's normal. Make sure you're using WPA or WPA2 wireless security and don't use "admin" for your router password. Also make sure your router is not over heating and is well ventilated....at least 2 feet away from other electronic devices.
Search the forum/board as I'm sure other people have had it happen.

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