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.. _initial-setup-starting-fresh:
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Start Fresh
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.. contents::
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:depth: 2
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:local:
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Set up a new server
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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.
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.. youtube:: DzikmY4S42Y
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:width: 95%
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**First Steps**
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#. Connect your server to power and ethernet.
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#. From a client device (desktop/laptop/phone) connected to the same local network as your server, open a browser and visit ``http://start.local``.
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.. 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.
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#. Follow the on-screen instructions.
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Start Over
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To `Factory Reset` an existing server, you must first go through the flashing process to reinstall StartOS.
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#. Flash your device with a fresh install of StartOS by following the :ref:`flashing guides <flashing>`, making sure to select `Factory Reset` when booting from external media.
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.. note:: On a Raspberry Pi you will simply flash the microSD card and reinsert it, connect to power and skip to step 3.
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.. figure:: /_static/images/flashing/factory-reset.png
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:width: 55%
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#. After install is complete, you will be prompted to remove your externally connected USB drive you used with Balena Etcher and restart.
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#. From a client device (desktop/laptop/phone) connected to the same local network as your server, open a browser and visit ``http://start.local``.
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#. Choose `Start Fresh` and follow the on-screen instructions.
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Troubleshooting
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If you followed the above instructions and are experiencing issues, click :ref:`here <setup-troubleshoot>` to resolve.
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You can also to `reach out to support <https://start9.com/contact>`_ if you need a hand.
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