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The device will reboot. Attempt to connect to 192.168.1.99 via a web browser. If the login prompt appears and accepts admin with a blank password, the reset was successful.
Whether you are repurposing the hardware, recovering from a lost admin password, or troubleshooting a severe misconfiguration, this guide covers every method available to reset your FortiGate 30D. Important Prerequisites Before You Begin
A comprehensive guide on how to perform a full factory reset on a FortiGate 30D firewall.
Devices that are completely bricked (stuck in a boot loop, corrupted firmware, "Press any key to display configuration menu" error, or a blank "boot failed" screen).
FortiGate-30D (13:45-05.20.2014) Verifying checksum... OK Login: Use code with caution. Step 3: Authenticate with Maintainer Privileges
Once you successfully bypass authentication, you will be placed into a temporary, restricted configuration terminal. Immediately issue the factory reset command before the maintenance session times out:
The FortiGate 30D has a unique requirement: , unlike many other models that use the internal ports.
The device will reboot automatically. This process usually takes 2-5 minutes.