Nokia Windows 8 Phone All Models - Factory Reset
Written By: ZFix
Introduction
If you have problems with the OS, forgotten screen lock, or you want to erase all your personal data, you can perform a Factory / Hard Reset.
This guide applies to the following models:
- Nokia Lumia: Icon, 520, 525, 530, 620, 625, 630, 635, 720, 730, 820, 830, 920, 925, 928, 930, 1020, 1320, 1520
- Microsoft Lumia: 430, 435, 532, 535, 540, 550, 640, 950, 1030
- HTC Windows Phone: 8S, 8X
For a video demonstration, please visit: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DMLPHnqwICQ ▶️
Step 1 - Nokia Windows 8 Phone All Models - Factory Reset
Follow these steps to initiate the reset process:
- Turn off the phone.
- Press and hold the Volume Down and the Power buttons simultaneously.
- When you feel a vibration, release only the Power button.
- Alternatively, press and hold the Volume Down button and connect the charger.
- You should see an exclamation mark ❗ on the screen.
Step 2
Continue the reset process:
- Press the keys in the following order: Volume Up, Volume Down, Power, Volume Down.
- The phone will reset and restart. This process may take a few minutes.
- Confirm if you have successfully completed the reset. ✔️
To reassemble your device, follow these instructions in reverse order.
