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For a more extreme "factory reset" of the entire OS (while keeping your data disks intact), you can use the Unraid USB Flash Creator to reformat and reinstall the OS onto the drive.
Upon reboot, Unraid will rebuild the network configuration using default DHCP settings. Method 3: Unraid GUI Mode (Local Monitor Required)
Change your active directory to the flash drive configuration folder by running the following command: cd /boot/config/ Use code with caution. Step 3: Delete or Rename the Network File
Check if the web GUI is now accessible from another device on your network. Why This Works unraid reset network settings
Enter your system password and press (the text will not display as you type). Step 2: Stop the Network Service
Since you are "inside" the server, you don't need a network connection to access the interface.
Method 3: Resetting via the Web GUI (If Partially Accessible) For a more extreme "factory reset" of the
Delete these files, or rename them to network.cfg.old if you want to keep a backup of your previous settings. Step 4: Reboot Your Server Safely eject the USB flash drive from your computer. Plug the flash drive back into your Unraid server. Power on the server.
Before making advanced network adjustments in the WebGUI, go to Main > Flash and click Flash Backup to download a snapshot of your working configuration. To help debug what went wrong, let me know:
Unraid will boot up, notice that the network configuration file is missing, and automatically create a brand-new one using default DHCP settings. Your router will assign it a new dynamic IP address. Method 2: The Command Line / SSH Method Step 3: Delete or Rename the Network File
Properly power down the server by holding the power button (not ideal, but necessary if you can't SSH). Remove the bootable USB drive.
Use the "Flash Backup" feature in Unraid (Main > Boot Device > Flash Backup). If you ever completely destroy the USB, you can restore everything—including your proper network settings.
