Overview
Defines factory reset, which is the process of clearing the current running and start up configuration information on a router, and resetting the router to an earlier, fully functional state.
Factory reset is a process of clearing the current running and start up configuration information on a router, and resetting the router to an earlier, fully functional state.
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The factory reset process uses the factory-reset all command.
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The time required for a factory reset on a Cisco Catalyst 8000V instance depends on factors such as the type of storage and the devices present on the router.
Information deleted during a factory reset
This list specifies the information that is deleted after a factory reset.
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Licenses – user installed, and manufacturer provided
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Non-volatile random-access memory data
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User credentials
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Startup configuration
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All writable file systems and personal data
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ROMMON variable
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Persistent storage devices
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Any containers running on bootflash
Information retained during a factory reset
The list in this section provides the information that will be retained even after the factory reset.
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Critical information, including files that provide access to the router after the reset is complete
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The software packages installed before you perform a factory reset
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UDI and Smart Licensing files
Supported scenarios
Perform a factory reset in these scenarios:
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When you want to delete a Cisco Catalyst 8000V instance in a secure manner.
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If the router data is compromised due to a malicious attack, you must reset the router to factory configuration and then reconfigure it for further use.
Factory reset is supported on a Cisco Catalyst 8000V instance running on various platforms including Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform cloud, VMware ESXi, and Hyper-V.