Prepare H3C NX30 Pro TFTP Recovery on Mac

Confirm the model, firmware file, Mac static IP, Ethernet connection, and recovery mode before the short TFTP window.

This page keeps the H3C NX30 Pro specifics: router recovery IP 192.168.1.1, Mac static IP 192.168.1.254, ImmortalWrt / OpenWrt firmware filenames, and the Reset recovery sequence. Recovery depends on the exact model, firmware file, bootloader state, and whether the router enters recovery mode. Router Recovery helps prepare and check the macOS TFTP Server environment before you power-cycle the router.

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Recovery Parameters

Before you start, confirm these parameters match the device, firmware file, and recovery flow.

Compatible modelH3C Magic NX30 Pro
Recovery methodTFTP recovery mode
Router recovery IP192.168.1.1
Computer static IP192.168.1.254
Recommended firmware fileimmortalwrt-mediatek-filogic-h3c_magic-nx30-pro-initramfs-recovery.itb
Optional OpenWrt fileopenwrt-mediatek-filogic-mt7981_h3c-nx30-pro-squashfs-factory.bin
Common failure causesWrong Mac IP, TFTP server not running, mismatched firmware, router not in recovery mode

H3C NX30 Pro Recovery Process

Prepare the Mac-side TFTP Server environment first, then enter recovery mode and transfer the matching firmware.

📹 Video Tutorial

Reference flow for preparing TFTP recovery from a Mac

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1

Enter Recovery Mode

Enter the short TFTP recovery window

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2

Find Router IP

Determine TFTP server IP via ARP requests

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3

Download Firmware

Get firmware for NX30 Pro

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4

Start TFTP

Configure TFTP server on Mac

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5

Flash Firmware

Watch for the TFTP request and wait for transfer

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6

Post-Recovery

First login and configuration

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Step 1：Enter Recovery Mode

NX30 Pro Enter TFTP Recovery Method (with ImmortalWrt U-Boot)
  1. Power off the router
  2. Connect Mac to router LAN port via Ethernet
  3. hold router on the back Reset button, do not release
  4. Plug in the router power
  5. Wait 5-10 seconds then release Reset button
⚠️ Before recovery:
  • Ensure Mac is directly connected to router via Ethernet, not through a switch
  • Turn off Mac Wi-Fi so the recovery request uses the Ethernet interface
  • Recommended to turn off Mac firewall

Step 2: Find Router IP

📋 IP Lookup
🔍 Find Router IP
💻 Set Computer IP

Step 3：Download Firmware

📥 ImmortalWrt Firmware

Recommended, latest version

file：immortalwrt-mediatek-filogic-h3c_magic-nx30-pro-initramfs-recovery.itb

download page →

📥 OpenWrt Firmware

Official stable version

file：openwrt-mediatek-filogic-mt7981_h3c-nx30-pro-squashfs-factory.bin

download page →

📥 H3C Official Firmware

Restore to factory system

source：H3C official website

official download →

💡 Firmware Notes

  • -factory.bin：applicable from factory, Firmware flash
  • -sysupgrade.bin：applicable from OpenWrt/ImmortalWrt upgrade
  • NX30 Pro uses MT7981 chip (Filogic 820)

Step 4：Start TFTP server

Prepare the TFTP Server environment on Mac

Prepare Mac TFTP Server

  1. Open Router Recovery on the Mac and prepare a local TFTP Server
  2. Ensure the Mac IP is set to 192.168.1.254
  3. Select the folder that contains the H3C NX30 Pro recovery firmware
  4. Start the TFTP Server and confirm it is ready before entering recovery mode
✅ Mac Preparation Check:
  • ✅ TFTP Server started
  • ✅ Firmware file in TFTP root directory
  • ✅ Mac IP：192.168.1.254
  • ✅ Ethernet cable connected
  • ✅ Wi-Fi turned off, recovery traffic uses Ethernet

Step 5: Start Flashing

🔄 Flashing Process

  1. confirm recovery mode：router power LED blinks, indicates already entered TFTP mode
  2. observe TFTP software：should see client connection request (192.168.1.1）
  3. auto transfer：TFTP server will automatically detect and push Firmware
  4. transfer progress：TFTP softwaredisplay transfer progress
  5. waitcomplete：after transfer completes，router will restart automatically
❌ If nothing happens:
  • Check Ethernet cable connection
  • Check Mac IP settings
  • Check if TFTP server is running
  • return Step 1，re-enter Recovery Mode
⚠️ If file transfer fails or error:
  • Firmware file may be corrupted → return Step 3 re-download
  • Firmware filename incorrect → Confirm filename is correct
  • Firmware not for this model → Download correct version
✅ If everything is normal:
  • Transfer progress completes
  • Router restarts automatically
  • Wait 2-3 minutes for startup
  • LED becomes solid

Step 6：Post-Recovery

First Login to ImmortalWrt
  1. After the router starts, keep the Mac connected by Ethernet first and confirm the management page is reachable
  2. Visit 192.168.1.1 in a browser
  3. For a fresh ImmortalWrt image, the first login may not require a password
  4. Set a password immediately: System → Administration → set the root password
Flash Back to Official Firmware from ImmortalWrt

if you wantflash back H3C Official Firmware：

  1. download H3C Official Firmware（.bin file）
  2. Go to LuCI → System → Backup/Upgrade
  3. in "flash new Firmware"section select official Firmware file
  4. do not check"keepsettings"
  5. click "Flash Firmware", wait complete
Upgrade from ImmortalWrt to New Version

Keep ImmortalWrt updated:

  1. LuCI → System → Backup/Upgrade
  2. click"download new Firmware"checknew
  3. or directly download ImmortalWrt official -sysupgrade.bin
  4. in "flash new Firmware"selectdownload .bin file
  5. can check"keepconfigure"keepsettings
FAQ

Cannot access 192.168.1.1?

  • Check if Mac IP is in 192.168.1.x subnet
  • Try replacing Ethernet cable/LAN port
  • Router may not have finished starting, wait 3 minutes

Bricked?

  • Fully power off
  • Hold Reset to re-enter TFTP mode
  • Follow this tutorial again

Forgot password?

  • Re-flash via TFTP
  • Or enter U-Boot to flash

Check H3C NX30 Pro Recovery Setup

Before holding Reset and powering on, confirm the Mac static IP, TFTP Server, firmware folder, Ethernet cable, and recovery file are ready.

Check Recovery Setup

⚠️ Technical Disclaimer

This tutorial is for learning and reference only. Recovery depends on the device model, firmware file, bootloader state, and whether the router actually enters recovery mode. Flashing firmware carries risks and may cause bricked devices or void warranty. Before proceeding:

Last updated: March 2026