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Doing a hard reset

Hard/Master Reset for a HTC Pocket PC:

Warning: Performing a Hard/Master Reset will remove all of your data (settings, files, 3rd party applciations, etc.) from your device and will only reload the Windows Mobile Software and components.

The method for Hard Resetting/performing a Master Reset on HTC devices can vary by model. Below are the instructions for the most common method. If these steps do not work for you, consult your user manual or contact your wireless carrier for additional assistance.


  • With the device powered on, press and hold the Left and Right Soft Keys.
  • Whilst holding the Left and Right Soft Keys, perfrom a Soft Reset on the device by inserting the stylus into the reset hole.
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  • If successful, you will get a message on the display of your device asking you to confrim the Hard Reset. Note: the below image is just an example and the confirmation screen on your unit may differ.
Hard Reset Confirmation


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benson96 AHMM 1 Jan 7 2009, 8:15 AM EST by denco7
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IS THERE NO OTHER WAY TO HARD RESET? MY PHONE IS KINDA OLD.. (2007) HTC PM300,, IT HAS THE SIMILAR LOOK WITH THE ONE ABOVE..BUT I TRIED THE DIRECTIONS I THINK ITS NOT WORKING.
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Anonymous HTC TILT 1 Jan 1 2009, 2:52 PM EST by browntannis
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MY TILT IS UNLOCKED AND IT WORKS FINE, HOWEVER WHEN SOMONE SENDS ME A PICTURE TEXT MAIL IT WILL NOT GO THRU AND IT SAYS THAT THIS FEATURE HAS TO BE RESET USING THE SETTINGS FEATURE BUT WHEN I LOOK AT IT I GET LOST, IS THERE AN EASY WAY OF FIXING THIS PROBLEM???
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Anonymous HTC 8525 No Signal 2 Dec 25 2008, 12:54 AM EST by Anonymous
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Newer phone, having problems acquiring a signal. Even when using a different sim card, any advice? Also I did a hard reset. Linda
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