Cisco MERAKI MR26 User Manual

Resetting Cisco Meraki Devices to Factory Defaults
Cisco Meraki devices can be reset to factory defaults using the reset button on the device. This requires a paper clip or object with a long thin tip. Insert the tip of
the paper clip into the reset button, press, and hold for 10-15 seconds, or until the power light goes out, which ever occurs first. This will reset the device to
factory defaults and reboot. If a static IP address was configured for the device, it will need to be configured again using the local status page.
Rack-Mounted Security Appliance
To reset a rack-mounted appliance security appliance to the factory defaults, press the button labeled 'Reset' on the front panel of the appliance for 10-15
seconds. This will clear the static IP address settings, DHCP lease pool, and local configuration of the device. Please be aware that after resetting the unit, the
device will need to download its latest configuration from Dashboard. Please be patient as this could take up to 5 - 10 minutes.
To reconfigure a static IP address on an MX Security Appliance, please follow the instructions on the following link: Static IP address on an MX Appliance
Compact MX Security Appliance and Z-Series Teleworker Gateway
To reset a compact (non-rack-mounted) MX Security Appliance or Z-Series Teleworker Gateway to the factory defaults, press the button labeled 'Reset' on the
back panel of the appliance for 10-15 seconds. This will clear the static IP address settings, DHCP lease pool, and local configuration of the device. Please be
Resetting a Meraki appliance to factory defaults will clear the local configuration stored on that appliance. This will clear any statically assigned IP
address information, Ethernet configuration, DHCP lease pool, and web proxy settings.
If a device is still in a network after being factory reset, it will redownload its previous configuration when it comes back online. If the configuration
needs to be completely reset, make sure to remove the device from its network before resetting to factory defaults.
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Cisco MERAKI MR26 Specifications

General

Frequency Bands	2.4 GHz, 5 GHz
Maximum Data Rate	600 Mbps
MIMO Technology	2x2 MIMO
PoE	802.3af PoE
Mounting Options	Wall, Ceiling
Antenna Type	Internal
Operating Temperature	32 °F to 104 °F (0 °C to 40 °C)
Cloud Management	Yes
Product Type	Wireless Access Point
Weight	1.5 lbs
Security	WPA2-Enterprise, WPA2-Personal, 802.1X

Summary

Resetting Cisco Meraki Devices to Factory Defaults

Rack-Mounted Security Appliance Reset

Instructions for resetting rack-mounted appliances to factory defaults using the front panel reset button.

Compact MX and Z-Series Gateway Reset

Procedure to reset compact MX Security Appliances and Z-Series Teleworker Gateways via the back panel reset button.

Specific Meraki Device Reset Procedures

MX84 Reset Button Location

Details the location of the reset button on the back of the MX84 unit, typically labeled with a circular arrow.

MS Access Switch Reset

Instructions for resetting MS Access Switches to factory defaults using the front panel reset or restore button.

Meraki Wireless Access Point Resets

Outdoor Access Points (MR6X, MR7X)

Procedure to reset MR6X/MR7X outdoor access points to factory defaults by pressing the button below the Ethernet port.

Indoor Access Points (MR1X/2X/3X)

Guide for resetting indoor Meraki APs, noting that button location varies by model.

MV Security Camera Reset Instructions

MV21 and MV71 Camera Reset

Instructions for resetting MV21 and MV71 cameras to factory defaults via the button next to the Ethernet port.

MV12 and MV22 Camera Reset

Steps for resetting MV12/MV22 cameras, which involves accessing the reset button after unlocking the optical dome.

MV72 Camera Reset Procedure

Resetting the MV72 camera requires loosening security screws to remove the optical dome before accessing the reset button.

MV32 Camera Reset

The MV32 camera's reset button is located next to the Ethernet port, similar to the MV21 and MV71 models.