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Question posted by tonyfoster on October 22nd, 2013

How To Restore Dell Streak To Factory So That I Can Give This Phone To Someone

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Answer #1: Posted by RathishC on October 22nd, 2013 1:03 AM
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Hi Tonyfoster,

Please follow the steps mentioned below for resetting the phone to factory defaults:

1. Touch the Menu button – select Settings— select Privacy-- Factory data reset.

2. Touch Reset tablet.

NOTE: You must draw your screen unlock pattern if it is enabled.

3. Touch Erase everything after you read the warning.

Warning: The following steps will erase all the data including your Google account and downloaded applications from your device. Ensure that you back up all the required data before you proceed.

Please respond for further assistance.

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Rathish C
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