Unraid Reset Network Settings May 2026

Network Wrecked? How to Reset Unraid Network Settings (Without Losing Your Data)

We have all been there. You swap a network card, change a VLAN setting, or accidentally set a static IP outside your router’s range. Suddenly, your Unraid web interface goes dark. You type the IP address into your browser, and nothing loads.

Plug the USB back into your server and boot it up. Unraid will default to DHCP (automatic IP assignment). Use a tool like Angry IP Scanner or check your router’s client list to find the new IP address. 🛠️ Alternative: Command Line Method unraid reset network settings

If you can still access the GUI but things are acting buggy (e.g., Docker containers can't see the internet), you can reset through the interface. Note that you must stop the Array before you can change these settings. Navigate to the Settings tab. Click on Network Settings. Network Wrecked

Locate the Config Files: Open the flash drive and navigate to the /config folder. Delete (or Rename) These Files: network.cfg network-rules.cfg (if it exists) Suddenly, your Unraid web interface goes dark