A factory reset can be a vital step when your Nokia G100 starts to encounter persistent issues that simple troubleshooting can’t resolve, or when you’re planning to sell or give it away and need to wipe your personal data from the device.
This process restores the phone back to its original settings and erases all the data, including apps, messages, and photos, ensuring your information remains private or gives you a clean slate if your phone’s performance has declined.
Performing a factory reset is straightforward, but it’s important to remember to backup all your important files before you begin, as the reset is irreversible. There are several methods to factory reset your Nokia G100.
If your phone is functioning and you can access the settings menu, then the process involves a few taps within the system’s reset options.
For situations where your phone is unresponsive or you can’t access the settings, a hard reset through the recovery mode might be necessary.
Remember, a factory reset should be your last resort, as it completely erases your device and takes it back to how it was when you first got it.
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Preparing to Factory Reset
Before you initiate a factory reset on your Nokia G100, it’s important to ensure that your data is safe and your device is ready for the process. A factory reset will erase all your personal information from the device.
Back Up Your Data
To preserve your important files and information before a factory reset, back up your data. You can do this by transferring files to a computer, uploading them to cloud storage, or using the backup function in your Nokia G100’s settings.
Check Battery Level
Ensure your device has sufficient battery power before starting the reset process. Ideally, the battery level should be at least 50% to prevent the phone from turning off during the reset, which could cause issues.
Remove SIM and SD Cards
To protect your SIM and SD cards from being affected by the reset, remove them from your device. Open the SIM card tray with the ejector tool and carefully take out the SIM and SD cards if you have them installed.
Factory Reset Process
Performing a factory reset on your Nokia G100 can help resolve issues with software glitches or prepare your device for a fresh start. It’s crucial to back up important data before proceeding, as this process will erase all data on your phone.
Begin by tapping on your Nokia G100’s screen to open the ‘Settings’ app. This is where you can adjust all the preferences and settings on your device.
Scroll down within Settings to find the ‘System’ section. Here, you should see the ‘Reset options’. Select this to proceed to the next step of the factory reset process.
Confirm Factory Reset
Once in the Reset options, you’ll find ‘Erase all data (factory reset)’. Tapping on this option will lead you to a screen where you can confirm your intention to reset the phone. It may ask for your device’s PIN or password for security purposes.
Reboot Device
After confirming the factory reset, your Nokia G100 will begin the process, which may take a few minutes. Once it’s done, your device will reboot. When it powers back on, it will be as if you’re starting it for the first time, without any personal data or customized settings.
Read also: Nokia G100 (N150DL) User Manual
