Reset Button - COBHAM Satcom EXPLORER 540 User & Integrator's Manual

5.3 Reset button

The EXPLORER 540 has a Reset button that has three functions: To restore all settings
to factory settings, to restart the EXPLORER 540, or to put the EXPLORER 540 into safe
mode for recovery software upload.
Note
The Reset button is located inside the interface enclosure at the back of the terminal
and can only be accessed when the cover is removed.
Do as follows:
1. Use the included Torx bit to unscrew the screws holding the cover for the interface
enclosure.
2. Locate the Reset button.
3. Use a pointed device to push the Reset button.
Action
Push and hold the
Reset button for 2
seconds
Push and hold the
Reset button for > 10
seconds
Push and hold the
Reset button during
power-up of the
EXPLORER 540
4. Close the cover and tighten the screws carefully to torque 0.5 Nm/ 4.5 lbf in.
This is important in order to maintain the IP grade of the EXPLORER 540.
98-148232-K
You can disable or limit the function of the Reset button using the web
interface. See Reset button on page 4-46. NOTE that you can still use the Reset
button for safe mode, even if it is disabled.
Function
The EXPLORER 540 restarts (power cycle) and begins the
installation process again.
The EXPLORER 540 restores factory settings and restarts the
system. All changes to the configuration are lost and the
administrator password is reset to admin.
The EXPLORER 540 enters safe mode. The LED is flashing
rapidly blue.
In safe mode the EXPLORER 540is ready for recovery
software upload (see Recovery software update on page 5-2).
Chapter 5: Maintenance and troubleshooting
Reset button
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