Articles by tag "Factory Reset"

1. HPE Aruba Switch Factory Reset Guide: Step-by-Step CLI & GUI Instructions
   Selene Gong

   26
   Are your HPE Aruba switches misbehaving, stuck in misconfigurations, or locked due to forgotten admin passwords? Network administrators often face situations where a clean slate is the fastest way to restore stability. Performing a factory reset erases all configurations and returns the switch ...
2. Cisco Catalyst 2960 / 2960X Default Username and Password: Complete Guide for Network Engineers
   Selene Gong

   25
   Cisco Catalyst 2960 and 2960-X/XR switches are widely deployed in enterprise networks for their reliability and robust performance. However, managing default usernames and passwords, especially during initial deployment, password recovery, or handling second-hand devices, can be challenging. ...
3. How to Factory Reset a Netgear Smart Switch
   Selene Gong

   20
   Whether upgrading an office network, recovering a lost administrative password, or redeploying a refurbished switch, restoring a Netgear Smart Switch to its factory default settings is often critical. For SMB IT teams, network administrators, and IT integrators, performing this safely reduces ...
4. Huawei Router Reset & Password Recovery: The Complete Guide (AR Series, AX3, ONT, SMB Routers)
   Selene Gong

   18
   When a Huawei router stops responding, the password is lost, or configuration mistakes lock you out, a factory reset often becomes the fastest way to recover access. But Huawei has multiple product lines — AR enterprise routers, AX series Wi-Fi routers, and ISP/ONT gateways — and each ...
5. Ubiquiti Switch Reset: The Enterprise & SMB Guide for Recovery, Deployment, and Network Continuity
   Selene Gong

   19
   ...
6. Mastering Extreme Switch Reset: Factory Default Guide for EXOS, XOS, and Summit Series
   Selene Gong

   19
   Whether you are redeploying a Summit X440 to a new branch office, troubleshooting a corrupted VLAN configuration, or clearing a secondhand device, knowing how to perform a factory reset on an Extreme Networks switch is a fundamental skill. Unlike some other vendors, Extreme Networks (running ...
7. Ruckus Switch Factory Reset Guide: Safe Recovery, Password Recovery, and Best Practices
   Selene Gong

   20
   Managing Ruckus ICX switches or Access Points (APs) can be challenging, especially when devices are inherited, misconfigured, or stuck in an unstable state. Whether it’s a forgotten password, a boot loop, or a corrupt configuration, knowing how to properly reset your Ruckus hardware is ...
8. Cisco Switch Reset Config: A Comprehensive Guide to Factory Reset and Password Recovery
   Selene Gong

   18
   Whether you’re troubleshooting a network, setting up a new Cisco switch, or facing issues with forgotten passwords, understanding how to reset your Cisco switch is an essential skill. If you're locked out or dealing with problematic configurations, knowing how to perform a Cisco switch reset ...
9. Cisco ISR 4000 Factory Reset Guide: When to Reset, What You’ll Lose, and Whether to Keep or Replace Your Router
   Selene Gong

   20
   Factory resetting a Cisco ISR 4000 router is rarely a routine maintenance task. In real enterprise environments, it usually happens under pressure—lost credentials, inherited hardware with unknown history, unstable deployments, or security concerns. This guide goes beyond basic commands. It ...
10. How to Reset a UniFi Access Point: A Professional Guide to Methods, Risks, and Recovery
    Selene Gong

    19
    Resetting a UniFi Access Point (AP) is rarely about simply pressing a button. For network administrators and IT teams, the decision to reset involves evaluating downtime risk, adoption state, and configuration preservation. This guide provides a decision-driven framework to choose the right ...