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How to Hard Reset — HP Elite x3
How to Hard Reset — HP Elite x3
The HP Elite x3 is a 2016 Microsoft Windows 10 device powered by the Qualcomm MSM8996 Snapdragon 820 (14 nm) with 4GB and 64GB internal storage. It features a 6.0", AMOLED, 350 nits (typ), 1440.0x2560.0 display and is available in Gold, Graphite/Chrome.
The Elite x3 is equipped with a Li-Po 4150 mAh, non-removable, a 16 MP, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30fps main camera, a 8 MP, 1080p@30fps front camera. The device uses a · Nano-SIM · Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM configuration. It weighs 195 g.
Hard Reset on the HP Elite x3 works differently than it does on Android, since this platform uses its own menus and terminology. Follow the steps below, written specifically for this device rather than adapted from Android instructions.
On this device this is just a forced restart/power-cycle — it does not erase data by itself. See Factory Reset for the data-erasing option.
Windows Mobile devices generally don't have a hardware button combination that wipes data the way Android's Recovery Mode does
The closest equivalent is the in-menu Factory Reset described in the Factory Reset guide below
If the device is completely frozen and won't respond to the Factory Reset menu, remove the battery for 30 seconds (if removable) to force a restart, then try again
Exact steps vary by exact model and firmware version — check the printed manual or the manufacturer's support site if these don't match your device
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