How to Hard Reset a Vortex
Many people hard-reset cell phones to return them to their original factory default settings. An LG VS660 Vortex user may perform a hard reset to attempt to unfreeze the phone, correct a malfunction or clear data before trading, selling or customizing the phone. A hard reset is also performed when a user forgets the security PIN, password or pattern and Google account sign-in information. Whatever your reason, you can return your Vortex to its original factory default settings by pressing certain buttons on it or using its privacy settings.
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Instructions
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Hardware Buttons
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Turn off your LG VS660 Vortex cell phone, if it’s not already off. Push the “Power/Lock” button until you’re prompted to power down the phone. Tap “Power Off” and then “OK” to turn off the phone.
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Push and hold the “Home,” “Power/Lock” and “Volume Down” buttons at the same time until the LG logo appears.
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Stop pushing the buttons to return your Vortex to its original settings.
Privacy Settings
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Turn on your LG VS660 Vortex and push the “Home” button if you’re not already on the Home screen. Push the “Menu” button to reveal the phone’s main menu options.
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Tap the “Settings” icon, which is marked with a gear on the screen, to reveal the Settings menu. Locate and touch “Privacy” to reveal the "Factory Data Reset" option.
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Touch “Factory Data Reset” to reveal the reset screen and information about the reset. Touch “Reset Phone,” enter your password, PIN or unlock pattern if prompted and then touch “Erase Everything” to hard-reset your phone.
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Tips & Warnings
If you’re dealing with a malfunctioning phone that doesn’t respond when you use the buttons or has a frozen or non-working screen, hold your Vortex with the top facing up. Place your thumbnail in the groove located at the top, apply pressure to the cover and pry it from the phone. Remove the battery, wait a minute, reinsert the battery and then press the cover onto the back until you hear or feel it click in place. Then try one of the two methods above to hard-reset your phone.
If you still can’t get your Vortex to work, contact your service provider for assistance.
