.. _initial-setup-starting-fresh: ============= Start Fresh ============= .. contents:: :depth: 2 :local: Set up a new server ----------------------- The video below demonstrations how to set up a newly purchased Start9 server. If you are familar with the process or you have recently :ref:`flashed <_flashing>` an existing server, you may want to skip the video and scroll down straight to Step 1. .. youtube:: DzikmY4S42Y :width: 95% **First Steps** #. Connect your server to power and ethernet. #. From a client device (desktop/laptop/phone) connected to the same local network as your server, open a browser and visit ``http://start.local``. .. note:: If you are `not` using a Raspberry Pi, you can also plug a monitor and keyboard into the server. This is known as "Kiosk mode" but is not recommedend for general use. #. Follow the on-screen instructions. _________ Start Over -------------- To `Factory Reset` an existing server, you must first go through the flashing process to reinstall StartOS. #. Flash your device with a fresh install of StartOS by following the :ref:`flashing guides `, making sure to select `Factory Reset` when booting from external media. .. note:: On a Raspberry Pi you will simply flash the microSD card and reinsert it, connect to power and skip to step 3. .. figure:: /_static/images/flashing/factory-reset.png :width: 55% #. After install is complete, you will be prompted to remove your externally connected USB drive you used with Balena Etcher and restart. #. From a client device (desktop/laptop/phone) connected to the same local network as your server, open a browser and visit ``http://start.local``. #. Choose `Start Fresh` and follow the on-screen instructions. _________ Troubleshooting --------------- If you followed the above instructions and are experiencing issues, click :ref:`here ` to resolve. You can also to `reach out to support `_ if you need a hand.