How to reset or factory restore Ericsson A3618 device?
Sure, here are the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore an Ericsson A3618 device:
Method 1: Using the Hardware Reset Button
1. Power off the device.
2. Press and hold the hardware reset button (usually located on the back of the device, under the battery tray) for 10-15 seconds until the device turns on again.
3. Wait for the device to boot up and when you see the Ericsson logo, release the hardware reset button.
4. You will now be presented with the boot loader menu. Select "Factory Reset".
5. Enter the 4-digit code "2357" to confirm the reset process.
6. The device will now start to factory reset, which may take several minutes.
7. Once the reset is complete, the device will boot up to the setup menu.
Method 2: Using the RUIM
1. Power off the device.
2. Remove the RUIM (Customer Restricted Use Interface Module) from the device.
3. Insert a blank SIM card into the device.
4. Power on the device and wait for it to boot up.
5. You will now be presented with the boot loader menu. Select "Factory Reset".
6. Enter the 4-digit code "2357" to confirm the reset process.
7. The device will now start to factory reset, which may take several minutes.
8. Once the reset is complete, the device will boot up to the setup menu.
Method 3: Using Online Renewal
1. Go to the Ericsson website ().
2. Log in using your Ericsson account.
3. Select the "Renewal Services" option from the top menu.
4. Select "dB" from the dropdown menu.
5. Select "A3618" from the dropdown menu.
6. Select "Go to services".
7. Follow the steps to obtain a new PIN code for your device.
8. Insert the SIM card back into your device.
9. Power off the device.
10. Press and hold the hardware reset button for about 30 seconds until the device turns on.
11. Wait for the device to boot up to the unlock menu.
12. Enter the 8-digit PIN code obtained in step 7.
13. You will now be presented with the boot loader menu. Select "Factory Reset".
14. Enter the 4-digit code "2357" to confirm the reset process.
15. The device will now start to factory reset, which may take several minutes.
16. Once the reset is complete, the device will boot up to the setup menu.
Note: It is important to note that attempting to reset or factory restore a device without the proper authorization can result in permanent damage to the device. It is always recommended to obtain authorization from your carrier or Ericsson before performing any reset or factory restore operations.
