Time capsule intern.1TB hard drive.How can I delete all files

Hello How can I delete all files from my timecapsule.
I have connectet it with Wifi or ethernet. It is not possible.
I have made a reset.
I have tried it often.
Please help
Greetings from Vienna
Pepimeier

If you open Macintosh HD > Applications > Utiltiies > AirPort Utility and click Manual Setup, are you able to access the settings for the Time Capsule?
Or, does AirPort Utility scan for the Time Capsule and then not find it?

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