How to Reset Quidway S2300 to Factory Settings

Resetting Quidway S2300 Switch to Factory Settings

The Quidway S2300 switch can be reset to factory settings through the BootROM menu, by renaming the configuration file on CFCard, or using a hidden menu. There is also a recovery procedure through renaming the vrpcfg.zip file and then loading with factory settings.

Contents

• BootROM Menu Method
• Hidden BootROM Menu
• Configuration File Renaming
• Using CFCard for Reset
• Additional Recovery Methods
• Important Notes and Precautions

BootROM Menu Method

The primary method for resetting a Quidway S2300 to factory settings is through the BootROM menu, which is accessible during the device boot process. This method is the most reliable and does not require physical access to reset buttons.

Step-by-step instructions:

1. Connect to the console port of the switch using a serial cable and terminal program (such as PuTTY, Tera Term, or HyperTerminal)
2. Configure connection parameters: 9600 baud, 8 data bits, no parity, 1 stop bit, no flow control
3. Reboot the switch and immediately press Ctrl+B when the message “Press Ctrl+B to enter Boot Menu…” appears
4. Enter the BootROM password (usually “huawei” or “Admin@huawei.com”)
5. In the main BootROM menu, select option “8-Rename file in CFCard” to rename the configuration file

Important: The BootROM password may vary depending on the firmware version. If the standard passwords don’t work, try other options: “huawei”, “Huawei”, “Admin@huawei.com”, “quidway”.

Hidden BootROM Menu

If access to the main BootROM menu is not possible due to a changed password, you can use the hidden menu, which is activated with a special key combination.

Procedure to access the hidden menu:

1. Connect to the console and reboot the device
2. When the message about entering the BootROM menu appears, press Ctrl+Z instead of Ctrl+B
3. This will open the hidden BootROM menu with extended options
4. In the hidden menu, select the option for reset or configuration file management

The hidden menu provides additional capabilities for device management, including forced configuration deletion and boot parameter modification.

Configuration File Renaming

The key step in the reset process is renaming the configuration file, which forces the switch to boot with factory settings on the next activation.

Detailed renaming procedure:

1. In the BootROM menu, select option 8 - “Rename file in CFCard”
2. Enter the current configuration file name: vrpcfg.zip
3. Specify the new file name: for example, vrptest.zip or any other name
4. Confirm the renaming when prompted
5. Reboot the device to apply the changes

Example BootROM menu dialogue:
[BootROM]:8
Please input the file name(*.cfg,*.zip)[vrpcfg.zip]:vrptest.zip

After renaming the configuration file, the switch will use factory settings instead of the saved configuration on the next boot.

Using CFCard for Reset

For some Quidway S2300 models, an additional reset method is available through working with the CompactFlash card where the device configuration is stored.

CFCard working procedure:

1. In the BootROM menu, select option 3 - “Boot from CFCard”
2. Wait for the system to fully boot from CFCard
3. After booting, execute commands to delete the configuration:

<Quidway> system-view
[Quidway] execute vrpcfg.bat
[Quidway] user-interface console 0
[Quidway-ui-console0] undo authentication-mode
[Quidway-ui-console0] quit
[Quidway] quit

This method is particularly useful when the main configuration file is corrupted or inaccessible.

Additional Recovery Methods

There are alternative approaches to recovering access to the Quidway S2300 that can be used depending on the specific situation.

Method via Boot from Flash:

1. In the BootROM menu, select option 2 - “Boot from Flash”
2. This will allow the system to boot from the switch’s internal memory
3. After booting, execute commands to reset the configuration

Method via Ethernet Menu:

1. In the BootROM menu, select option 5 - “Enter ethernet submenu”
2. Configure network parameters for device access
3. Connect via Telnet/SSH and perform the reset

Video Instructions:

For visual reference of the recovery process, there are tutorial videos demonstrating the practical execution of reset procedures.

Important Notes and Precautions

When performing a Quidway S2300 reset procedure, several important points should be considered:

Method Compatibility:

• Not all methods work for all models in the S2300 series
• Some features may vary depending on the firmware version
• It is recommended to determine the exact model and software version of the switch beforehand

Data Security:

• Before resetting, ensure you have backups of important configurations
• Resetting will result in complete loss of all device settings
• After reset, basic reconfiguration of the switch will be required

Possible Errors:

• If the BootROM password was changed non-standardly, additional equipment may be required
• Some older models have limited reset capabilities without physical access
• In rare cases, a firmware update may be required to access full recovery functions

Recommendation: Before starting the reset procedure, it is recommended to carefully study the documentation for your specific switch model and, if possible, consult with Huawei technical support.

Sources

1. How to Retrieve the Lost Password of the S2300 - Huawei Enterprise Support
2. FAQ-How Can I Delete a Console Login Password - Huawei
3. How to reset Huawei S2326TP-EI - IT Blog
4. How Can I Delete a Console Login Password - Thunder-Link
5. Huawei Quidway S2300 firmware upgrade via BOOTROM MENU - IT Blog
6. Default BootROM password restoration on S series switch - Huawei

Conclusion

To reset a Quidway S2300 switch to factory settings, several effective methods are available:

1. Primary method - using the BootROM menu (Ctrl+B) and renaming the vrpcfg.zip configuration file
2. Alternative approach - accessing the hidden menu via Ctrl+Z for extended options
3. Additional options - working with CFCard, booting from Flash, or via Ethernet menu

The most reliable method is the BootROM menu approach with configuration file renaming, which allows bypassing changed passwords and restoring factory settings. Before performing the procedure, it is recommended to prepare console access and familiarize yourself with the documentation for your specific switch model.

After a successful reset, basic switch configuration will be required, including assigning new passwords and restoring network parameters. To prevent similar situations in the future, it is recommended to regularly back up configurations and store credentials in a secure location.