Getting to Know the Handheld Computer 35Performing aHard Reset Ge Getting to Knowthe Handheld 2 Performing aHard Reset Ge 2 Sprint PCSWireless Web GeGetting to Know theHandheld ComputerPerforming a Hard ResetA hard reset erases all records and entries stored in yourhandheld. Never perform a hard reset unless a soft reset doesnot solve the problem. To restore your data after a hard reset,you must perform a HotSync operation. For more informationon performing a HotSync operation, see "Performing a LocalHotSync Operation" on page 249.Note:You can restore any datapreviously synchronizedwith your computer duringthe next HotSyncoperation.Note:With a hard reset, thecurrent date and time areretained. Formats,Preferences, and othersettings are restored totheir factory defaultsettings.To perform a Hard Reset: To perform a hard reset, unscrew the top of the stylus. Pressand hold the Handheld Power button then use the pin topress the reset button. Remove the pin from the rest hole,then release the handheld power button. An “Erase alldata” screen is displayed confirming the hard reset. Pressthe up arrow to hard reset the phone.
