Use The Local Browser Interface To Reset The Switch - NETGEAR XS512EM User Manual

12- or 24-Port 10-Gigabit/Multi-Gigabit Switch Models XS512EM and XS724EM
WARNING:
Do not interrupt the network connection or power to the switch during the
reset process. Do not disconnect any Ethernet cables or power off the switch
until the reset and restart process is complete.

Use the Local Browser Interface to Reset the Switch

You can return the switch to its factory default settings using the local browser interface.
CAUTION:
This process erases all settings that you configured on the switch.
To reset the switch to factory default settings using the local browser interface:
1. Connect your computer to the same network as the switch.
You can use a WiFi or wired network connection, or connect directly to a switch that is off-network using
an Ethernet cable.
2. Launch a web browser.
3. In the address field of your web browser, enter the IP address of the switch.
The login page displays.
4. Enter the switch password.
The default password is password. The password is case-sensitive.
The Switch Information page displays.
5. Select System > Maintenance > Factory Default.
The Factory Default page displays.
6. Select the check box.
7. Click the Apply button.
The switch returns to its factory default settings. The switch restarts to load the restored configuration.
WARNING:
Do not interrupt the network connection or power to the switch during the
reset process. Do not disconnect any Ethernet cables or power off the switch
until the reset and restart process is complete.
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