Your HP tablet is once again not working correctly. If your HP tablet is not powering on, is not holding a charge, and is not even letting you log in, it may be time to reset your tablet. How do you reset a HP tablet?
You can reset a HP tablet by going into the tablet’s Settings or by pressing the command buttons on the outside of the tablet. In Settings, you will select ‘Factory Reset Data’. For the outside commands, press and hold the Power button and both volume buttons until the HP logo appears.
Resetting your HP tablet is the best way to refresh the tablet’s operating system and remove any software glitches. There are two types of reset that can be performed on a HP tablet. You can do a soft reset or a hard reset, also known as a factory reset.
Soft Reset
A soft reset only refreshes the tablet’s operating system. With continued use, it is normal for the tablet’s operating system to become overwhelmed or bogged down with data that needs to be manually cleared out.
Performing a soft reset will also allow any pending updates to be installed. HP tablets depend on regular updates to ensure the tablet’s software and safety features are current and up to date.
Pending or out-of-date updates will have a negative impact on the tablet’s ability to function properly. The tablet’s memory cache will not be properly cleared, providing the memory space needed for new updates.
Hard Factory Reset
A hard or factory reset will clear out the tablet’s operating system, deleting all stored data. All saved settings, downloaded apps and programs, and locally saved files will be deleted.
The tablet will be wiped clean, returning it to its original default settings. It is very important to backup all information to an external storage location before starting the factory reset process.
Before you start a hard/factory reset, here are some important steps to remember. First, remove the memory card before starting. If the memory card is left in the tablet, the memory card will also be wiped clean.
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Second, make sure the tablet has at least 75% of battery life before starting. The tablet needs to be connected to the battery cable while it is resetting. Do not use the tablet until the tablet has completed the reset process.
How To Hard Reset/Factory Reset HP Windows Tablet
Whether you are wanting to clear your HP tablet to repurpose it or you are not able to use the tablet because it is not working correctly, a hard reset will return the tablet to its original default settings. How do you hard reset/factory reset HP Windows tablet?
You can hard reset/factory reset HP Windows tablet by opening ‘Settings’. Select ‘General’. Navigate down to and select ‘Backup and Reset’. Next, select ‘Factory Data Reset’. Select ‘Reset Tablet’. Select ‘Erase Everything’. The tablet will automatically restart once it has been reset.
A hard reset/factory reset will not harm the tablet, but it will wipe the tablet clean. The tablet will be returned to its default factory settings. All saved settings, apps, passwords, etc will be deleted.
It will take anywhere from a few minutes to an hour or more to reset the tablet. The length of time varies depending on how many files and downloaded programs the operating system has to go through and clear out.
Keep the tablet connected to the charging cable at all times during the rest process. You will not be able to use the tablet while it is resetting.
How To Hard Reset/Factory Reset HP webOS Tablet
WebOS is a mobile operating system that is intuitive and easy to use. Sometimes it doesn’t want to cooperate though. How can you hard reset/factory HP webOS tablet?
You can hard reset/factory reset HP webOS tablet by pressing and holding the following buttons simultaneously: Power button > Center button > Volume up button. All saved settings and preferences will be erased during the reset process.
It will take the tablet a few minutes to complete the reset process. Once the USB logo appears on the screen, the tablet has been reset.
In the process of resetting your HP tablet, WebOS will be deleted. The following steps will walk you through how to reinstall WebOS.
Step 1: On a computer or laptop, go to the WebOS login page and enter the same credentials you use to log in to your touchpad.
Step 2: Select ‘Device Options’.
Step 3: Select ‘Get webOS Doctor’.
Step 4: If your tablet does not already have Java, you will need to select ‘Install Java’.
Step 5: Select ‘Download webOS Doctor’.
Step 6: Open webOS once it’s installed and follow the on-screen instructions.
Step 7: With the tablet powered off, press, and hold the ‘Power’ button and the ‘Up’ volume button at the same time.
Step 8: Once the USB cable symbol appears on the tablet screen, release the buttons, and connect the USB cable.
Step 9: Follow the on-screen instructions once again to finish the installation of webOS.
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How To Reset HP Tablet Windows
Is your tablet freezing up or operating slowly? The tablet needs to be refreshed. How do you reset a HP tablet Windows?
You can reset HP tablet Windows by pressing the outside command buttons in sequence. Power off the tablet. Next, simultaneously press and hold both volume buttons at the same time. Continue pressing the buttons until the HP logo appears on the screen.
Once the tablet restarts, the tablet will open in recovery mode. Use the volume buttons to navigate to ‘Wipe Data/Factory Reset’. Press the ‘Power’ button to confirm your choice. The tablet will automatically restart once it has been reset.
How To Reset HP Tablet webOS
HP tablets with webOS can become bogged with continued use. Over time, the memory cache within the tablet becomes full and the tablet will slow down or stop working altogether. How do you reset HP tablet webOS?
You can reset HP tablet webOS by simultaneously pressing the ‘Home’ button, the ‘Power’ button, and the ‘Center’ button at the same time for at least 60 seconds. Continue holding all three buttons down until the tablet powers back on.
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Once the tablet powers back on, you will be able to set up the tablet as you had it before. The tablet should be operating normally now. If you continue having issues with the tablet, it may be best to contact a HP service technician to further diagnose the issue.
How To Reset HP Tablet Without Password
Passwords keep our electronics – and our identity – safe. But what if you can’t remember your password or you were gifted a tablet and you don’t know the password? How do you reset a HP tablet without a password?
You can reset HP tablet without a password by pressing and holding both of the volume buttons and the Power button all at the same time. Continue holding the buttons down until the HP logo appears on the screen. The recovery menu will now open, and you can reset the password.
Resetting the tablet without a password will result in the tablet’s memory and operating system being wiped clean. All information and programs not factory-installed will be deleted.
Once the tablet has been reset and restarted, you can go into the tablet’s Settings and set up a new password or PIN.
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How To Reset Password On HP Tablet
Have you forgotten your password? Are you wanting to update your password but can’t remember where you go to change it? Here is how you can reset the password on a HP tablet.
You can reset the password on a HP tablet by holding the Power button and the Down volume button at the same time. Continue pressing and holding both buttons until the HP logo appears on the screen. Use the volume buttons to navigate to ‘Wipe Data and Reset’.
Unfortunately, the only way to reset a HP tablet without a password is to hard reset the tablet. This means that everything on the tablet that is not automatically backed up to a secure location will be deleted.
Once the tablet restarts, you will be able to enter a new password and can download your files and apps again, if they were backed up.
If you do not want to reset the entire tablet but simply change the password and cannot remember the current password, enter the wrong password five times until you are prompted for the option ‘Forgot Password’.
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Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process and enter a new password.
How To Reset HP Tablet BIOS
The BIOS on your tablet is how your tablet’s operating system manages the flow of data. If your tablet is running slowly or is not storing information, you need to reset the BIOS. How do you reset a HP tablet BIOS?
You can reset a HP tablet BIOS by doing a factory reset. Go to the tablet’s Settings and select ‘Backup and Reset’. Select ‘Factory Data Reset’. Select ‘Reset Tablet’. Finally, select ‘Erase Everything’.
Resetting the BIOS on your tablet will result in you losing all saved data. Keep the tablet connected to the battery charging cable during the entire restart process. It is important to not use the tablet while it is resetting.
How To Reset HP Tablet Frozen
If your tablet is frozen, the only way to resolve the issue is to reset the tablet. Unfortunately, a hard reset is what is needed and this will result in all saved and downloaded files being deleted.
You can reset a HP tablet frozen by pressing the Power button, the Down volume button, and the Center home button at the same time. Press and hold all three buttons simultaneously until the tablet opens in recovery mode. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the process.
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