How to Perform a Full Factory Reset on a FortiGate 30D A full factory reset on a FortiGate 30D clears all custom configurations. It reverts the firewall to its original out-of-the-box settings. This process is essential for troubleshooting severe errors, preparing equipment for redeployment, or clearing a forgotten admin password.
Method 1: Factory Reset via the Command Line Interface (CLI) fortigate 30d factory reset full
The FortiGate 30D features a physical pinhole reset button on the chassis. This method is ideal if you are locked out of the management interface but the device still boots up normally. Keep the FortiGate 30D powered . How to Perform a Full Factory Reset on
Locate the small hole labeled on the back or side panel of the unit. Method 1: Factory Reset via the Command Line
If you have console access or can log in via SSH/GUI, the Command Line Interface (CLI) allows for a rapid factory reset.
On older FortiOS firmware versions, the physical reset button can be explicitly disabled within the system configuration for security purposes ( set reset-button disable ). If this is the case, you must use the CLI or the Maintainer method to reset the unit.
bcpb+SN (where SN is the serial number of the unit, found on the bottom sticker) Fortinet Community. Execute Reset: Once logged in, run: execute factory reset Post-Reset Access