reset cisco 2950 switch to factory default

Reset cisco 2950 switch to factory default software#
Reset cisco 2950 switch to factory default password#

Before You Beginīefore you reset the switch to factory defaults, perform one of these tasks:īack up your configuration on a TFTP server.Ĭopy the configuration locally on the bootflash or slot0: device. Conventionsįor more information on document conventions, refer to the Cisco Technical Tips Conventions. If your network is live, make sure that you understand the potential impact of any command. All of the devices used in this document started with a cleared (default) configuration. The information in this document was created from the devices in a specific lab environment.

Reset cisco 2950 switch to factory default software#

Note: Although the document was created with these Catalyst switches, the principles apply to the products mentioned in the document.Ĭatalyst 5505 switch with Catalyst OS (CatOS) version 6.4(8)Ĭatalyst 2950 switch with Cisco IOS® Software Release 12.1(19)EA1Ĭatalyst 6500/6000 switch with Cisco IOS Software Release 12.1(20)E The information in this document was tested with these software and hardware versions: There are no specific requirements for this document. Note: If you reset the switch to factory defaults while you access the switch by Telnet connection, you lose connectivity to the switch. Refer to this document for steps to recover the passwords on your Catalyst switches:

Reset cisco 2950 switch to factory default password#

In this case, you need to follow the password recovery procedures for your switch. If you forget the console and enable password of your switch, you cannot reset the switch configuration to factory default to reset the password. You also need the console/enable passwords.

To reset the Catalyst switches to factory defaults, you need access to the switch console through either a physical console or a Telnet connection. This document provides information and sample command logs to reset your switches. If you have configured a switch and the configuration has become very complex or if you want to move a switch from one network to other, you can reset the switch to factory defaults and configure it as a new switch.

This is useful when you want to remove an undesirable configuration that is present in the switch. In certain situations, it is desirable to restore the Catalyst switch configuration to the original default factory settings.