Your Acer tablet is not working properly again. You have tried turning it off and on again but it’s not helping. It is time to reset the tablet. How do you reset an Acer tablet?
You can reset an Acer tablet by pressing and holding the ‘Power’ button. Continue holding the button down until the Acer logo appears on the screen. The tablet is now in Recovery Mode and can be reset without fear of losing any data.
We use our tablets so much that they can become bogged down with all of the use. We don’t often power off our tablets so that they can refresh and install pending updates. Resetting the tablet will clear out any glitches from overuse and will install new updates.
Over time, with continued use, the tablet can become overwhelmed and will stop working correctly. Depending on the issue you are having with your Acer tablet, resetting the tablet will resolve these issues.
It is also beneficial to know which type of reset your tablet needs. There are two types of reset that can be performed.
Soft Reset
A soft reset will not delete any data. The tablet is powered off and forced into Service Mode where the tablet’s operating system will run a self-diagnostic test. It will remove old software data and will install any updates that may be pending or that were incorrectly installed.
Hard Reset
A hard reset is often done as a last resort, or if you are disposing of the tablet and want to remove all your personal data from the tablet. The tablet will be wiped clean and will be returned to its original factory default settings.
The tablet needs to have at least 75% battery power to do a hard reset. The process can take anywhere from 30 minutes to a couple of hours, depending on how many files are on the tablet.
Because a hard reset involves scanning every file and program within the tablet, keep the tablet connected to the battery charger throughout the reset process. The tablet will not be usable during the reset process.
Any attempt to use the tablet can result in it stopping the reset process and you have to start all over again.
How To Hard Reset/Factory Reset Acer Tablet
Whether you are experiencing constant problems with our Acer tablet or you are disposing of an older tablet, a hard reset/factory reset will wipe the tablet clean, removing all of your personal data. How do you hard reset/factory reset an Acer tablet?
You can hard reset/factory reset an Acer tablet by going into the tablet’s ‘Settings’ and selecting ‘Backup & Reset’. A hard reset will delete all saved information on the tablet. Next, tap on ‘Factory Data Reset’ and then select ‘Reset tablet’ > ‘Erase Everything’.
Once the hard reset/factory reset is complete, all of your personal data and any saved preferences will be deleted. The tablet will be returned to its original default settings.
Acer Tablet Factory Reset Not Working (What To Do)
Under normal circumstances, when you do a factory reset, the tablet resets and is ready for use. What can you do when you factory reset your Acer tablet and now it’s not working?
If your Acer tablet factory reset is not working, you need to remove the tablet’s power source so that it can remove any stuck commands and refresh the tablet’s operating system. Power off the tablet and disconnect the battery from inside the tablet. Leave the battery disconnected for 30 seconds.
The battery does not have to be removed, just disconnected. The battery is secured in place by a piece of black tape. Carefully lift the tape to access the battery housing.
Pinch both sides of the battery housing to safely remove the battery. Let the battery remain disconnected for at least 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, reconnect the battery and return the back cover to the tablet. Power on the tablet and see if the issue has been resolved.
If the issue persists, do a Google search on how to unbrick your tablet. Yes, unbrick. This term is accurate because the tablet is about as useful as a brick when you cannot reset it.
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Unbrick
Bricking can happen if an update was not installed correctly, if there are corrupted files on the tablet, or if there is faulty hardware. Even physical damage can cause the tablet to freeze and stop working.
One effective way to unfreeze the tablet is to wipe the cache. The cache is like a memory bank, storing temporary files for quick access. When the cache becomes full, the tablet can freeze. You will have to start the tablet in recovery mode to clear the cache.
Step 1: Turn the tablet off.
Step 2: Press and hold both the ‘Power’ button and the ‘Up’ volume button together. The tablet will now open the Recovery Mode menu.
Step 3: Use the volume buttons to navigate to ‘Wipe Cache Partition’.
Step 4: Press the ‘Power’ button to confirm your selection.
Step 5: Use the volume buttons again to navigate to ‘Reboot System Now’.
Step 6: Once again, press the ‘Power’ button to confirm our choice and restart the tablet.
How To Reset Acer Tablet Battery
If the battery on your Acer tablet is not holding a charge or is not charging at all, the tablet will not be usable. Can you reset an Acer tablet battery?
You can reset Acer tablet battery by disconnecting the battery from the tablet’s motherboard. Leave the battery disconnected for at least 30 seconds. After 30 seconds, reconnect the battery and connect the tablet to the charging cord.
If disconnecting the battery did not resolve the issue, there is another way to reset the tablet. On the back of the tablet, just above the Power button is a tiny hole. This pinhole is the reset button.
Using a toothpick or other tiny utensil, press the pinhole for 10 seconds or until the Battery Charging icon appears on the tablet screen.
Press the reset button for 10 seconds or until the battery charging icon appears on the tablet screen. Release the button and then try powering on the tablet.
How To Reset Acer Tablet BIOS Password
The BIOS is your tablet’s operating system. If your Acer tablet is not responding to commands or is responding slowly, it is time to reset the BIOS. But what if you don’t remember the BIOS password?
You can reset Acer tablet BIOS password by pressing the ‘Power’ button and the ‘Volume‘ down button at the same time. Use the arrows to select ‘Troubleshoot’ > ‘Advanced Options’ > ‘UEFI Firmware Settings’ > ‘Restart’ > Bios settings will open.
Once the Recovery Page is open, the following steps will walk you through how to reset the BIOS password.
Step 1: Enter the current BIOS password.
Step 2: Tap on ‘Security’.
Step 3: Tap on ‘Set Supervisor Password’.
Step 4: Re-enter the current BIOS password again.
Step 5: Enter the new password, or leave it blank, and then press ‘Enter’.
Step 6: When your changes are correct and have been saved, tap on ‘Continue’.
Step 7: Tap on ‘Yes’ to confirm new changes.
How To Reset Acer Tablet Lock
You have tried too many times to enter your new password into your Acer tablet and now you are locked out. The only way to get in is to reset the tablet. But how can you reset the Acer tablet if you are locked out?
You can reset Acer tablet lock by pressing the ‘Power’ and ‘Up’ volume buttons together. Continue pressing the buttons until the Acer logo appears. When the Recovery Menu opens, use the volume arrows to scroll down to ‘Wipe Data/Factory Reset’.
Press the ‘Power‘ button to confirm your selection to reboot the tablet. The tablet will reset and will automatically restart.
Your tablet will now be unlocked but, unfortunately, it will also be wiped clean. All of your saved information will have been deleted in the process.
If your information is backed up in another location such as Google Cloud or on another device, you can retrieve and restore the information on your Acer tablet.
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How To Reset Acer Tablet Camera
You want to use your tablet to take a picture but the camera icon is missing. When you finally get the camera to open, the screen is black. Can you reset the Acer tablet camera?
You can reset the Acer tablet camera by powering the tablet off and on. When the tablet powers on, go to the camera app and open the camera settings. Tap on ‘Restore Default’ settings then press ‘Confirm’.
The camera will be returned to its original default factory settings. Any saved personal preferences and settings will be deleted.
You will be able to adjust the aspect ratio, frame grid, and even settings for taking video and where pictures and videos are saved.
How To Reset Acer Tablet Forgot Pin/Password
Sometimes we do such a good job at changing our PIN or password that we forget what it is. Without that PIN or password, we cannot get into the tablet. How do you reset an Acer tablet when you forget the PIN/Password?
You can reset Acer tablet forgot PIN/password by pressing the Power and Volume buttons in sequence. Press and hold the ‘Up’ volume button while pressing the ‘Power’ button for 3 seconds. Continue pressing the ‘Up’ button until the Acer logo appears.
Once the Acer logo appears, the tablet is now in Recovery Mode. You can use the volume buttons to navigate through the options and select which mode you want.
Step 1: Use the arrows to navigate to ‘SD Image Update Mode’.
Step 2: Press the ‘Power’ button to confirm your selection.
Step 3: Use the arrow buttons to navigate to ‘Wipe Data/Factory Reset’.
Step 4: You will receive a prompt to confirm that you want to remove all data.
Step 5: Use the arrow buttons to navigate to ‘Reboot System Now’.
Step 6: The tablet will start the reset process and will then automatically restart when the process is complete.
Step 7: Follow the on-screen instructions to set up the tablet again, re-entering your personal information and credentials.
Google Security Questions
When you set up your Google account, you had to enter answers to some security questions. You can use these security answers to reset your Acer tablet if you have forgotten the password.
Step 1: Turn the Acer tablet on by pressing the Power button.
Step 2: Type in the wrong password multiple times. You will eventually receive a ‘Forgot Password’ option.
Step 3: Tap on the ‘Forgot Password’ option to open the ‘unlock screen’.
Step 4: When the lock screen opens, there will be two options to choose from 1) Answer Questions, or 2) Google Account Details. Select the first option: ‘Answer Question’.
Step 5: Enter the answers to your security questions.
Step 6: Tap on ‘Unlock’.
Step 7: Tap on ‘Yes’.
Step 8: Once the password field opens, enter the new password.
Step 9: After a few seconds, the new password will be accepted, and the tablet will be unlocked.
The best way to enhance the security of your Acer tablet is to use a password that is only known by you and is easy to remember. Never store your passwords in an unsecured location or where others have access to it.
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Password Manager
One way to protect your privacy is to use a Password Manager that will generate different and complex passwords. It will also notify you if you have chosen a password that is weak and it will monitor your accounts for any breaches in security.
The Password Manager will also sync passwords between your devices and will notify you every couple of weeks to change the password.
Two-Step Authentication
Two-Step authentication requires two steps to verify the security of your device. Instead of the usual one password, you will be asked to enter your password and then a number only you know.
This number is automatically generated and is either emailed or texted to you. The number changes each time you log in.
How To Reset Acer Tablet Password
Our passwords are what protect our privacy and keep our personal information safe. The best way to ensure your information is safe is to change your password periodically. How can you reset an Acer tablet password?
You can reset Acer tablet password by using your current password to log in to the tablet. Go to ‘Settings’. Select ‘Security’. Tap on ‘Screen Lock’ and confirm your current password. Next, tap on the password option and then enter your new password.
The new password will take effect immediately. Usually, there is no issue when we reset our password but, in the event your Acer tablet is not letting your progress past the password login screen, you will need to use a different device to access the password screen.
You will need to use a different device to log into your Google account. All of your log-in information should be backed up within Google and can be accessed anytime from any device.
Once you log in on a different device, you will be able to reset your password. The change will not take effect immediately, though. It will take several hours for the new password to be effective on the tablet.
How To Reset Acer Tablet If Locked Out
The Acer tablet is not of much use if you are locked out. Whether you forgot your password or you have been given a previously owned device, if you are locked out the tablet is useless.
Resetting the tablet will remove the previously stored password, erasing all stored data and wiping it clean. The tablet will be wiped clean, just as it was when it was originally purchased.
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Typically, when you reset an Acer tablet, you need to go into the tablet’s Settings and select the type of reset you want, whether a hard reset or soft reset.
Thankfully Acer has a way around this type of reset if you are not able to get into the tablet’s settings.
Step 1: Make sure the tablet has a battery charge of at least 75% before starting.
Step 2: Turn the tablet off, pressing the Power button. Do not power off the tablet.
Step 3: Press and hold the ‘Up Volume’ button.
Step 4: While still holding the ‘Up Volume’ button, press and hold the ‘Power’ button for 2 seconds.
Step 5: Continue holding the ‘Up Volume’ button until you see the Acer logo appear on the tablet screen.
Step 6: The tablet is now in Recovery Mode.
Step 7: Use the volume buttons to navigate to ‘Wipe Data/Factory Reset’.
Step 8: Press the ‘Power’ button to confirm your selection and start the reset process.
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You can reset Acer tablet if locked out by pressing the ‘Power’ button and ‘Up’ volume button at the same time. Press and hold the buttons together until the Acer logo appears. Follow the on-screen instructions to reset and restart the tablet.
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