How to hard reset the LG Optimus 2X

How to hard reset the LG Optimus 2X - Know Your Cell

How to hard reset the LG Optimus 2X

We show you how to factory reset the LG Optimus 2X to clear all data and restore its original settings

Published on Dec 18, 2010

The LG Optimus 2X is highly customizable and you have been hard at work tweaking it to your liking, but now the fun is over and you want to return it to its factory settings again.

Here, we show you how to hard reset the LG Optimus 2X with step by step instructions.

Please note that all data will be deleted from the LG Optimus 2X as a result of this procedure. This process may or may not delete data stored on the microSD card. We recommend backing up all of your personal data before proceeding.

First, try this:

From the main home screen, tap menu
Tap Settings, then Privacy
Tap Factory data reset
Tap Reset phone
Enter your password if required, then tap Erase everything to confirm

If that doesn't work, or if your phone is frozen:

Turn the power off. If your LG Optimus 2X is frozen, pull the battery out and reinsert it
Hold the Home and Volume Down button
Press and hold the Power button until the device turns on
Follow the on-screen instructions to reset your device

All data including third-party applications will be deleted from the LG Optimus 2X. Once the wipe is complete, the phone will reboot to its factory fresh state.