How to reset or factory restore Nokia 8800 Carbon Arte device?
The Nokia N8800 Carbon Arte is a Symbian Series 60 device, which means that it uses the same operating system and methods as other Symbian devices for software updates and resets/factory restores. There are several ways to reset or factory restore a N8800 Carbon Arte device, each with its own pros and cons. Here are the most common and recommended methods:
Method 1: Using the built-in reset option in the device
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1. Turn off the device by pressing and holding the power button.
2. Press and hold the 3 buttons on the side of the device simultaneously (the home button, display button, and volume up button).
3. After a few seconds, the device will enter the Symbian Recovery Mode.
4. In the recovery mode, use the Volume buttons to highlight the "Factory Reset" option.
5. Use the Home button to confirm the reset.
6. The device will now begin resetting itself, which may take several minutes.
Pros:
* This method is simple and does not require any external tools.
* It ensures that all data on the device is completely erased, making it a good option for a device that has been lost or stolen, or for a device that is experiencing serious software issues.
Cons:
* This method will erase all data on the device, including contacts, call history, and other information stored locally.
* It is not recommended for devices that have not been backed up, as all data will be lost permanently.
Method 2: Using an external Symbian development tool
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1. Download and install the Symbian Sdk (Software Development Kit) on your computer.
2. Connect your N8800 Carbon Arte to your computer using a USB cable.
3. Open the Symbian Sdk and navigate to the phone tab.
4. Select your device from the list of connected devices.
5. In the phone tab, select "Programming".
6. Select "WebKit" or "Qt".
7. In the observed list, select your device and the connection settings.
8. Scroll down to the "Tools" section and select "L Cotre Cache".
9. Select the "System Reset" option and confirm the reset.
Pros:
* This method allows all data on the device to be backed up locally on your computer.
* It does not erase all data on the device, allowing you to recover some of it after the reset.
* It is recommended for any device that needs data recovery.
Cons:
* This method requires a computer equipped with the Symbian Sdk.
* It requires more technical knowledge than other methods and may take longer to complete.
Method 3: Using Boot Manager
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1. Turn off the device by pressing and holding the power button.
2. Press and hold the Volume Up button simultaneously.
3. Within seconds, the device will enter Boot Manager.
4. In Boot Manager, use the volume buttons to highlight "No SIM", and select it using the Volume Up button.
5. Select "System Reset".
6. Select "Yes."
7. Wait for the device to reset itself, which may take several minutes.
Pros:
* This method allows all data on the device to be backed up locally on your computer.
* It does not erase all data on the device, allowing you to recover some of it after the reset.
* It is recommended for any device that needs data recovery.
Cons:
* This method requires more technical knowledge than other methods and may take longer to complete.
* It may not work on all devices, as both SIM cards must be removed from the phone.
