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GoBlazers
Sep 20, 2021Aspirant
Can't Change Default Password on MS510TX
I recently upgraded to the MS510TX switch. I have begun configuring the switch using the default password and the web browser interface. I updated to firmware version 6.7.0.51 (latest update) last ...
- Sep 23, 2021
Update: I have tried another password variation that did NOT contain special characters, and that one was accepted and saved to the device. The password has now been changed from the default password, but it seems there are restrictions on multiple special characters that the system will actually acceptable.
schumaku
Nov 30, 2025Guru - Experienced User
tiward This could be an oversight when the California required default password change was introduced.
Please be more specific on the current firmware version in place, also tell us a little bit more on the switch operational history.
tiward
Dec 01, 2025Aspirant
latest firmware as of this message (.72 i think) and does not get used very often (backup switch) this is mor of an FYI in case anyone else comes up with the error "The Password cannot be updated. No such user admin."
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