Factory Reset
Factory Reset restores SmartCore to its original factory settings. This erases all configurations, pairings, and device settings.
WARNING
Factory Reset cannot be undone. All data will be lost. Export your configuration before resetting if you need to preserve it.
When to Use Factory Reset
Use Factory Reset when:
- Troubleshooting persistent configuration issues
- Preparing to sell or give away SmartCore
- Recovering from corrupted settings
- Starting fresh with a new network setup
Method 1: Via Web Interface
- Open the Web Interface by accessing your SmartCore here and navigate to Settings > System > Actions
- Click Factory Reset
- Review the warning message
- Confirm the reset
- SmartCore will reboot and return to factory settings
- The Web Interface will reset to default configuration
Method 2: Via Hardware Button
- Locate the hardware reset button on the SmartCore device
- Press and hold the button for 10 seconds
- SmartCore will begin rebooting
- The LED will flash to indicate the reset process
- After reboot, SmartCore is returned to factory settings
The hardware button reset is useful if you cannot access the Web Interface.
After Factory Reset
After resetting:
- SmartCore will have default network settings (DHCP-enabled Ethernet connection)
- All device configurations are erased
- All HomeKit and Matter pairings are removed
- You must reconnect to your network and reconfigure devices
- If you exported your configuration, you can import it to restore settings
Re-configuring SmartCore
To get SmartCore working again after a factory reset:
- Connect to your network via Ethernet or WiFi
- Access the Web Interface at https://setup.atios.ch
- Configure Network Settings if needed
- Add devices in the Accessory Manager
- Enable HomeKit or Matter in System Settings
- Pair with your preferred apps
If you have a backed-up configuration file, you can skip the manual setup by using Import Configuration in System Settings.