How to hard reset Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch – If your Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch isn’t working properly or you just want to start fresh, performing a factory reset can help. In this guide, you’ll learn how to perform a factory reset on a Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch in a simple, beginner-friendly way.
Resetting the device to factory settings is useful for fixing configuration errors, forgotten login passwords, or unstable network settings.
Factory Reset Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch
There are two methods you can use to reset your Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch to factory settings. The first reset is using the reset button and the second is reset via the web interface.
Method 1: Factory Reset Using the Reset Button (Recommended)
Most Hikvision PoE managed smart switch models have a physical reset button. This button is usually located on the front or rear of the device. Here are the steps to reset using the button.
Step 1 – Turn on the device.
Step 2 – Use a pin or paperclip to press and hold the button. Hold for about 10–15 seconds. Release the button when the LED light on each port is blinking.
After that, the device restarts, resets all settings to default, and lets you set it up again like a new device.
Method 2: Factory Reset via Web Interface
The second method for factory resetting a Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch is to access the settings page. You can access the PoE IP address to access the settings. Here are the steps.
Step 1 – Type the device’s IP address into a web browser. Log in to the device using the password.
Step 2 – Then select System Management > System Maintenance.
Step 3 – In the reset section, select Restore All to Defaults and tap the Restore All button.
Step 4 – Enter device password to confirm. Tap OK button.
After the Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch has been successfully reset to factory settings, you will be redirected to the device activation page. Please create a new password to log in. If you can’t log in, you can use the first method to reset the Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch to factory settings.
Conclusion
Resetting a Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch to factory settings is very easy and can resolve many issues, such as incorrect network settings and forgotten login passwords. Resetting a Hikvision PoE smart switch can be done using the reset button or the web interface; the process only takes a few minutes. This guide is based on our own practical experience.
After the reset, you can reconfigure your Hikvision PoE Smart Managed Switch from scratch for a more stable and optimal network setup.