Hard reset, Clear storage – HTC Dash User Manual

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Hard Reset

You can also perform a hard reset (also known as a full reset). A
hard reset should be performed only if a normal reset does not
solve a system problem. After a hard reset, the device is restored
to its default settings — the way it was when you first purchased
it and turned it on. Any programs you installed, data you entered,
and settings you customized on the device will be lost. Only
Windows Mobile software and other preinstalled programs will
remain.

To perform a hard reset:

1.

Press and hold the Talk Key and End Key, and at the

same time, use the stylus to press the RESET button at
the bottom of your device.

2.

Release the stylus, but continue pressing the TALK and

END buttons until you see the following message on
the screen:

This operation will delete

all your personal data,

and reset all settings to

the manufacturer default

settings. Press ENTER to

restore manufacturer

defaults, or press Camera

button to cancel.

3.

Release the Talk Key and End Key, and then press the

ENTER button on your device.

Note:

Your device will be set back to factory default settings. Please
ensure any additional installed programs and user data have
been backed up before a hard reset is performed.

Clear Storage

Another way to clear the device storage and reset all settings back
to factory default settings is to use the Clear Storage feature. You
will lose all your data and files on the device storage when you use
Clear Storage, so make sure to do a backup first.

1.

Tap Start > Settings > System tab > Clear Storage.

2.

Enter “1234” and then tap Yes.

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