How to reset or factory restore Lava Iris 506Q device?
Relax, don't worry, I'm here to help you! So, you want to reset or factory restore your Lava Iris 506Q device, right? Well, let's start by diving into the most common and recommended ways to do so:
1. Recovery Mode: This method is best suited for those who are android geeks or maybe just very comfortable using the recovery mode. Here's how to do it:
- Switch off your device and press the Volume down button continuously until the recovery menu appears.
- Once the menu shows up, use the Volume keys to highlight "Wipe Data/Factory Reset" and press the Power button to select it.
- Now, you need to be really careful. Phone will erase all user data once you proceed further. So, enter "Yes—delete all user data" and press the Power button.
- After that, it will ask you to install systems software. Press the Volume button to highlight "Yes” and press the Power button to proceed.
- Wait for the device to restart and voila, your device is factory reset.
2. Bootloader Mode: This method is for those who are looking for a safer (more reliable) option. It involves flashing the firmware of the device. Here's how:
- Switch off your device and then press the Volume down button and the Power button together. Hold on to all the buttons until you see the bootloader menu.
- Use the Volume buttons to select "Recovery Mode" and press the Power button to proceed.
- From the recovery mode, select "Install Zip from SD card" and then choose the zip file containing the new firmware.
- After selecting the firmware, wait for the process to complete. Once it's done, the device will restart automatically.
3. PC Hacking Method: This method is for those who want the complete control of the device. It's for the tech-savvy people who don't fear software hacks or bricking their device. Here's how:
- Connect your Lava Iris 506Q device to your computer using a USB cable.
- Open a command prompt window and run the following command:
echo "fastboot reboot recovery"
- A pop-up should appear on your phone's screen. Press "Yes” to restore system.
- Wait for the device to restart and voila, your device is factory reset.
Note: Before proceeding with any of these methods, it's wise to read through all the steps, not jump straight to action. Also, make sure you've made a back up of your important data and files, if any, to an external drive, because once your device is factory reset, you'll have to start from scratch!
