Configuring Username and Password Security

Front-Panel Security

Clear Button

Pressing the Clear button alone for five seconds resets the password(s) configured on the switch.

ClearReset

Figure 2-8. Press the Clear Button for Five Seconds To Reset the Password(s)

Reset Button

Pressing the Reset button alone for one second causes the switch to reboot.

ClearReset

Figure 2-9. Press and hold the Reset Button for One Second To Reboot the Switch

Restoring the Factory Default Configuration

You can also use the Reset button together with the Clear button (Reset+Clear) to restore the factory default configuration for the switch. To do this:

1.Press and hold the Reset button.

ClearReset

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