reset factory default cisco 2960X-48TC-L (forgot password) IOS15.2.2E7

[marce1000]

  - FYI : https://niksec.com/how-to-reset-cisco-catalyst-2960-switches-to-factory-default/

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[sks1964]

I tried to reset the switch according to this instruction. Nothing comes out. I tried it according to other instructions: hold the "MODE" button for 10 seconds, 20, 30 seconds, when the color and blinking frequency of the LED System change. Unsuccessfully.

Cisco does not enter "rommon mode" and continues to boot.
The password-recovery mechanism is enabled.

[razeev rohilla]

Same issue i faced while resetting cisco switch 2960x. switch not goes to ROMMON Mode and everytime load its previous configuration.

[sks1964 · Accepted solution]

Solved!

Plug the power cord into the switch. Do not press the "MODE" button. Wait until the console screen appears:
....
The password recovery mechanism is enabled.
USB EHCI 1.00
USB EHCI 1.00
......

press and immediately release the "MODE" button (before the beginning "Initializing Flash")