Warning
Take precautions when using an
Unlock Pattern, PIN, or Password. It is
very important that you remember the
screen unlock information you set. You
are allowed 5 attempts to enter your
screen unlock information. If you used
up all 5 opportunities, you will have to
wait 30 seconds to attempt unlocking
the phone again.
When you can't recall your Unlock
Pattern, PIN, or Password:
If you logged into a Google account on
the phone and failed to use the correct
pattern 5 times, tap Forgot Pattern? You
will be required to sign in with your Google
account and prompted to create a new
unlock pattern.
If you haven't created a Google account
on the phone or you forgot your PIN or
Password, you need to perform a hard
reset.
Caution
If you perform a hard reset, all user
applications and user data will be
deleted. Please remember to back up
any important data before performing
a hard reset.
1
Turn the power off.
2
Press and hold the following keys at the
same time for 8 seconds: Power/Lock
Key + Down Volume Key.
3
When FACTORY HARD RESET screen is
displayed, release the keys.
4
Press the Power/Lock Key to confirm --
delete all user data, and press the Volume
Keys to cancel.
5. Using Hard Reset (Factory
Reset)
If your phone needs to be restored to its
original condition, use a Hard Reset to
initialize your phone.
1
Turn the power off.
2
Press and hold the following keys at the
same time for 8 seconds: Power/Lock
Key + Down Volume Key.
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