06-06-2018 03:23 PM - edited 02-21-2020 07:51 AM
Hi all,
I am trying to reset my Cisco ASA 5520 to the factory settings using the Reset button but it is not working.
I tried pressing the reset button for 15 seconds, and then for 30 seconds and nothing happens... What am I doing wrong?
I don't have access to that ASA anymore (i.e don't know its IPs) so that's why I need to reset it.
Cheers!
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06-07-2018 04:39 AM
It's a generic serial console cable. You can find one at most computer stores or online for less than US$10.
If you don't have serial ports on your computer then add on one of these:
06-06-2018 08:16 PM
Use the console connection and follow this procedure:
https://supportforums.cisco.com/t5/security-documents/asa-password-recovery/ta-p/3126046
Stop at step 11 and you will be in a default configuration.
06-06-2018 09:45 PM
06-07-2018 04:39 AM
It's a generic serial console cable. You can find one at most computer stores or online for less than US$10.
If you don't have serial ports on your computer then add on one of these:
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