Fortigate 30d Factory Reset Full - ^new^

To perform a "full" factory reset on a , you can use the physical reset button (if you are locked out) or the Command Line Interface (CLI) if you have access . Note that a factory reset will erase all configuration data. Option 1: Physical Reset (Best if Locked Out)

Next, to ensure no residual scripts or ACLs remain: fortigate 30d factory reset full

If you have administrative access to the device via Console, SSH, or the Web GUI's CLI console, you can use a command to trigger the reset. Log in with an account that has permissions. Enter the following command: execute factoryreset When prompted to confirm (y/n), type y . The system will reboot with default settings. Post-Reset Access How to reset Fortigate 30D to factory default To perform a "full" factory reset on a

Only works if you can still log into the FortiGate. Log in with an account that has permissions

Power on the device. You will see the boot log scroll in the terminal window. After boot completes, log in using your credentials (default: admin / blank).

: Continue holding the button for about 30 seconds after power-up, or until the Status LED begins to flash, then release. Method 2: CLI Command

Given that the FortiGate 30D no longer receives firmware updates (last supported version: FortiOS 6.0.x), many security experts recommend retiring it. However, for air-gapped labs, isolated test networks, or learning Fortinet CLI, a breathes new life into the hardware.