How to reset or factory restore Ericsson GS 18 device?
When it comes to resetting or restoring an Ericsson GS 18 device, there are several methods you can use, depending on the specific situation. Here are the most common and recommended ways:
1. Resetting with the Comfort Center:
This is the most common way to reset an Ericsson GS 18 device. You can do this by using the Comfort Center, which is the device's control panel on the edge. Here are the steps:
* Press and hold the emergency template button (numbered 008) until the emergency template menu appears.
* Select "Reset" from the menu.
* Select "Reset to Factory Settings" from the submenu.
* Press and hold the "Clear" button to confirm the reset.
2. Resetting with a remote device:
You can also reset an Ericsson GS 18 device remotely using a device like a laptop or PC. Here's how:
* Connect to your device using an Ethernet cable or via Wi-Fi.
* Open the command-line interface and log in using your device's username and password.
* Type "upd" to access the device's firmware menus.
* Type "clr" to clear the device's non-volatile memory.
* Type "upd" again to re-install the device's firmware.
* Type "upd" followed by "upd_all-2f" (without quotes) to reset the device to its factory settings.
3. Using a DVU:
If you have access to a DVU (Device Vault Utility) on your network, you can use it to reset an Ericsson GS 18 device. Here are the steps:
* Open the DVU on the computer where the device's IP address is stored.
* Connect to the device using its IP address.
* Choose the device from the list and click the "Reset to Factory Settings" button.
4. Using physical buttons:
You can also physically reset an Ericsson GS 18 device by pressing a button. Follow these steps:
* Press and hold the "CCBS" button (the button with the Strickland logo) and the "Reset Safely" button at the same time.
* Release the CCBS button and hold the "Up" button down.
* Release the "Up" button and hold the "Reset Safely" button down.
* Wait for the device to reset and reboot.
It's important to note that resetting or restoring an Ericsson GS 18 device can potentially erase all your data and configurations. It's best to backup any important data before resetting the device.
