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How to reset Sonos speaker

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Use these steps for mains-powered speakers described below. Move and Roam have separate procedures in the linked Sonos article.

01 · Start here

Before resetting your device

  1. For mains-powered speakers, disconnect power for ten seconds, reconnect, then allow one minute to boot.
  2. Use Sonos's portable-product instructions for Move or Roam.

Source: Sonos: reboot speakers and components

02 · Reset and reconnect

Reset and reconnect your Sonos speaker

Before you start

Sonos advises against factory reset as routine troubleshooting. It deletes registration and saved service information; resetting every product permanently removes system data.

Era 100 or Era 300

Unplug → hold Bluetooth while reconnecting

  1. Disconnect power. Hold Bluetooth while reconnecting it.
  2. Keep holding until orange and white flashing begins; green flashing marks completion.

Source: Sonos: factory reset by product

Other mains-powered models with Join

Unplug → hold Join while reconnecting

  1. Confirm your product falls under the source's other-products section. Disconnect power and hold Join while reconnecting.
  2. Hold until orange and white flashing, then wait for green.

Source: Sonos: factory reset by product

If the device still does not work

If the app cannot find a speaker, use Sonos support before erasing your system. Portable products and models without Join need their own source section.

Source: Sonos: factory reset by product

After the reset

Set up the reset product again in Sonos.

Frequently asked questions

Should I reset every Sonos speaker to fix Wi-Fi?

Sonos does not recommend factory reset as a troubleshooting step.

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