How to reset or factory restore Nokia Asha 201 device?
A Nokia Asha 201 is a smartphone that runs on the Asha operating system. This device allows you to perform a factory reset or soft reset to reset your device to its original factory settings. In this article, we will discuss the most common and recommended ways to reset or factory restore a Nokia Asha 201 device.
Method 1: Using the Asha software suite on your computer
1. Go to www.nokia.com/support/heating and sign in to your Nokia account.
2. Select the "Support not found?" option.
3. Enter your device model number, which is A201, and select the "Go."
4. Select the "Software Suite" tab and choose the "Software Suite for Nokia Asha 201."
5. The software suite will download to your computer. Once it's installed, launch it.
6. Make sure your Nokia Asha 201 is connected to your computer via USB cable.
7. Plug in your device and go to the Software Suite.
8. Select "Recovery and Backup" and then select "Backup or Factory Reset."
9. Select "Factory Reset" and confirm the reset.
Method 2: Using the Softletter feature
1. Enter \*\*\*\*\*\*\*\* on your phone's keypad.
2. You will be prompted with several options, select "Recovery and Backup."
3. The Softletter feature provides instructions to guide you through the reset process.
4. Press and hold the call button, and then press the number seven followed by the number zero.
5. If prompted, enter your phone's password and press the number three.
6. Keep pressing the number zero until you hear a beep tone.
7. Press and hold the number eight and wait for the device to reset.
Method 3: Using the Asha software suite from your Nokia virtual repair center
1. Visit Nokia's virtual repair center at [www.virtualrepaircenter.com](http://www.virtualrepaircenter.com%.2F).
2. Sign in with your Nokia account and select "Support and Troubleshooting."
3. Install the Asha software suite as described in Method 1.
4. Connect your Nokia Asha 201 device to your computer via USB cable.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to backup all your data first. Then, select "Software Suite" and then "Software Suite for Nokia Asha 201."
6. Select "Recovery and Backup" and then select "Backup or Factory Reset."
7. Select "Factory Reset" and confirm the reset.
In all methods, it's essential to back up your data before resetting your device. It's also essential to take your device to a qualified technician if you encounter any problems during or after the reset process.
