How to reset or factory restore Nokia Asha 202 device?
When it comes to resetting a Nokia Asha 202 device, there are several common methods that you can use to restore the device to its factory settings. Here are the most recommended ways to reset a Nokia Asha 202 device, along with a brief explanation of each method:
Method 1: Using the Hard Reset Button
The most common and recommended way to reset a Nokia Asha 202 device is by using the Hard Reset Button. This method requires a SIM card and will erase all data on the device. Here's how to do it:
1. Turn off the phone by pressing and holding the power button until the phone shuts down completely.
2. Remove the SIM card from the device by pushing in the SIM card tray and removing the SIM card with a SIM card removal tool.
3. while the phone is switched off, Press and hold the Power button, Volume up button and Middle button together until the device starts in Bootloader mode.
4. Connect the device to the computer using USB cable.
5. On the computer, open the Asha Download Tool and select the appropriate settings for your device.
6. Click the "Recovery" button to start the recovery process.
7. Follow the on-screen instructions to format the device and reset it to its factory settings.
8. After the recovery is complete, insert the SIM card back into the device.
9. Turn on the phone and go to the setup screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device as a new phone.
Method 2: Using the Developer Mode
Another way to reset a Nokia Asha 202 device is by using the developer mode. This method does not require a SIM card and will not erase any data on the device unless you specifically select to do so. Here's how to do it:
1. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2. Open the Asha Download Tool and select the appropriate settings for your device.
3. Click the "Recovery" button to start the recovery process.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to format the device and reset it to its factory settings.
5. After the recovery is complete, disconnect the device from the computer.
6. Turn on the phone and go to the setup screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device as a new phone.
Method 3: Using the Bootloader Method
The third method is using the Bootloader method to reset a Nokia Asha 202 device. It requires a bootloader-enabled PC and a USB cable. This method will erase all data on the device and will require the user to reset the device as a new phone. Here's how to do it:
1. Connect the device to the computer using the USB cable.
2. Open a new command prompt window on your computer.
3. Navigate to the directory where the bootloader tool is located.
4. Type "ashl -r" and press enter to begin the bootloader recovery process.
5. Follow the on-screen instructions to format the device and reset it to its factory settings.
6. After the recovery is complete, disconnect the device from the computer.
7. Turn on the phone and go to the setup screen. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the device as a new phone.
