Fortigate 60D— Factory Reset

Fortigate 60D— Factory Reset



Introduction:

Having trouble with your router and can't figure out what's causing the issue? Maybe you lost your password, or you want to fortify the security settings from scratch? Either way, restoring the equipment to default factory settings is a good catchall troubleshooting move! Any personalized configurations will be lost, so it's an effective way to wipe the slate clean and customize the internal network your office needs.

Prerequisites:

1. Paperclip
2. Access to a Fortinet FortiWiFi 60D Firewall

Step 1

Identify the RESET access circular port in the back of the firewall


Step 2

Obtain a paperclip


Step 3

Make sure the device is unplug

Step 4

Stretch the paperclip



Step 5

Connect the device to a power source

Insert the paperclip into the RESET access port at the back of the firewall. Make sure you have good control with your hand and finger to keep it in and be able to press it over and over again without coming out of the access port while the device is booting, until you see it flush all (each and everyone of them at once). 

Step 6

Use a Mac or PC laptop with wireless capability to search for the default "fortinet" wireless  SSID, when found click connect

Read the find print

Step 7

Connect using the following credentials:     login name:  admin  password: <blank>, Press Enter.

Step 8

If it fails try again. Escalate if necessary.

Step 8

Enjoy!