This document describes the password recovery procedure for the Cisco Catalyst 2900XL, 3500XL, 2950, and 3550 series switches.

Step-by-Step Procedure

1. Attach a terminal or PC with terminal emulation (for example, Hyper Terminal) to the console port of the switch. Use the following terminal settings:
   Bits per second (baud): 9600
   Data bits: 8
   Parity: None
   Stop bits: 1
   Flow Control: Xon/Xoff

2. Unplug the power cable.

3. Hold down the mode button located on the left side of the front panel, while reconnecting the power cable to the switch.

   For 2900/3500XL and 3550 Series switches: release the mode button after the LED above Port 1x goes out.

   Note: LED position may vary slightly depending on the model.

   Catalyst 3524XL

   

   For 2950 Series switches: release the mode button after the STAT LED goes out.

   Note: LED position may vary slightly depending on the model.

   Catalyst 2950-24

   

   The following instructions appear:

   Read More:

   http://www-tss.cisco.com/eservice/compass/common/activities/password_cat_2950.htm