Perform a reboot or factory reset to resolve minor or temporary issues. A reboot deletes the logs, but preserves all of the configuration settings. A factory reset deletes your configuration settings and restores the AP to the original factory settings.
See LED Descriptions for an explanation of LED display.
The Reset button is located next to the Console port.
A reboot, also called a power cycle, deletes the logs, but preserves all of the configuration settings. It also applies firmware upgrades and is often done to clear minor issues such as software issues or if the AP is not responding.
There are two ways to reboot the AP:
With a hardware reboot. To reboot the AP, press and immediately release the Reset button.
Important
When you perform a hardware reboot, press and release the Reset button. Do not hold the Reset button. If you hold the Reset button, the AP starts a factory reset.With ExtremeCloud IQ Controller and ExtremeCloud IQ. See ExtremeCloud IQ Controller User Guide or ExtremeCloud IQ User Guide. This is often done after installation or if the AP cannot be easily accessed.
A factory reset deletes your configuration settings and restores the AP to the original factory settings.
Note
Perform a factory reset only when you want to restore the AP to its original factory settings.With a hardware reset - press and hold the Reset button for at least 10 seconds.
With ExtremeCloud IQ Controller and ExtremeCloud IQ. See ExtremeCloud IQ Controller User Guide or ExtremeCloud IQ User Guide.