How do I factory reset my Seagate NAS?

How do I factory reset my Seagate NAS?

Seagate strongly recommends that you backup all the data from the NAS before continuing.

  1. Click the Factory Default Restore button to begin the process. A prompt will report, “This restores the device back to factory default settings.
  2. Click Ok. The system will reboot.

How do I reset my Seagate NAS 4 Bay?

Hold the recovery button while pushing the power button. Continue to push the recovery button for five seconds. Wait for the LED to turn solid. From a computer on the network, launch a web browser and enter http://discover.seagate.com.

How do I connect my Seagate NAS drive?

NAS: With hard drives

  1. Connect the Ethernet cable to the NAS and the router.
  2. Connect the power cable to the NAS and the outlet. The Seagate NAS will power on automatically when it is connected to an active power outlet.

Can’t connect Seagate Central?

First, unplug the Central from power and unplug the Ethernet cable from your router. Then, power your computer down. Connect the Ethernet cable so it connects your Seagate Central to your computer’s Ethernet port. Then, power your computer back on and reconnect the Central’s power.

Can’t connect to Seagate NAS?

If the Seagate Business NAS is still not showing up on your network: Verify the NAS is directly connected to the same router as the computer you are attempting to connect from. Consider restarting the router. During initial configuration it is advised to avoid using ethernet hubs and switches.

Where is the reset button on Seagate external hard drive?

On the bottom of the Seagate Central device, there is a RESET button. Using a paperclip or a ballpoint pen, hold down the button for approximately 10-15 seconds until the light on the top of the Central flashes. Wait until the light becomes solidly illuminated.

What do you need to know about Seagate NAS OS?

Seagate NAS OS is a browser-based administration tool. Launch NAS OS to access apps, manage storage, add users, create shares, and much more.

Where do I find the IP address on my Seagate NAS?

You can also type your NAS’s IP address in the browser’s URL (web address) field. For example: http://[IP-address]. The IP address may be found in Seagate Network Assistant (see Seagate Network Assistant). For most users, the first NAS OS login is the final step of the setup wizard.

Is there way around Seagate external drive password?

Verify your account to enable IT peers to see that you are a professional. For the sake of Seagate, I certainly hope not. If there is a way around their password it’s useless as a form of security. Unless the volume is encrypted (which would be rare especially on a consumer level device) yeah, it can be gotten around.

What is the default username for Nas OS?

The first time you go to NAS OS, complete the Authentication and Timezone fields. Username: the default username is admin. To change it, enter a username from 1-20 alphanumeric characters. Password: from 4-20 alphanumeric characters. Consider using a strong password that is difficult for others to guess.