Restore factory settings on your xperia z1 smartphone. Hard reset on Sony Xperia - several ways

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Sometimes, Hard reset Sony Xperia (reset to factory settings) is a necessary measure.

In some cases, this operation is needed to clear personal data, passwords, etc. In any of these cases, you need to know how to correctly perform this operation.

Factory reset

Here are the most accessible and effective ways that you can use to accomplish Hard reset Sony Xperia... In addition, we will analyze the situations when the execution of this operation really needs to be done. In fact, this means a complete reset of information (including all personal settings, saved passwords, etc.) on mobile device, tablet - any mobile device. This operation does not affect only the installed removable media - a USB flash drive, on which certain programs can be installed and personal data can be contained. To reset a USB flash drive, you just need to format it and all information will be destroyed irrevocably.
Situations when resetting to factory settings is the only possible one:

the mobile device is unstable, lags, blocks some functions. The reason for this may be viruses or a potentially dangerous application that cannot be removed with standard tools;
the internal memory is clogged and the phone does not function properly. In order not to go into details and manually clean the memory, you can also use the reset;
before selling the device, it is recommended to delete your own profiles, saved passwords, etc. In order not to fiddle with this manually, it is best to reset the settings to factory default;
the application was installed incorrectly, as a result of which the device stopped starting completely (for example, during installation).

Remember that Hard reset will delete all settings, as well as photos, documents, music and other files located on the device's internal storage.

Factory reset using the menu

This method is the simplest. Go to the settings menu and select " Reser. Copy and reset". Select the tab “ General reset". If the internal memory is full and the device "slows down", it is recommended to check the item " Clear internal storage" and press " Reset phone settings».

Reset using the service menu

This method is also suitable if the owner of the device has access to the menu and can dial a phone number. You must enter a combination of characters: * # * # 7378423 # * # *. Next, in the displayed windows, select the following items in stages: Customization settings – Reset customization – Reset customization and reboot.

Factory reset using PC Companion

This method will be suitable when this program is installed. PC Companion is universal and with this program you can not only make hard resetbut also execute backup,. To reset your password, go to the specified path in the program: Support Zone – Software Update – recovery phone / tablet.

Usually, near SIM card there is a special button that allows you to mechanically reset the settings. For older firmware, you can use the key combination " Nutrition» + « Digging down". Remember, this method works only for old firmware, with newer versions this action will not lead to anything.

Option 1

1. Go to Phone Settings

2. Click on Recovery and reset

4. Click Reset and agree to the destruction of all personal information
5. After restarting, the reset process will complete

Option 2

1. In the dialer, enter * # * # 7378423 # * # * and press the Call button

2. In the menu, select the Customization Settings item

4. Agree with the loss of personal information and click on Restart

Option 3

1. First, download the Xperia Companion utility from this link
2. Next, install it on your PC
3. Launch the application and select the item from the menu Software recovery

5. After confirming consent, check the box and also click on Next

6. We are waiting for the necessary updates to be downloaded

7. When the menu appears on the computer screen on the phone, press Volume (+) and connect it with a cable to the computer

8. After the warning appears on the PC screen, release the button Volume (+)
9. Confirm consent, set the checkbox again and click Next
10. We are waiting for the reset to complete and disconnect the phone from the computer
11. After the phone restarts, the reset process can be considered complete

Sony Xperia XZ1 Factory Reset

Attention!

To reset the settings correctly, a battery charge of 80% is desirable.
When the factory reset is done, all personal applications and data installed in the Sony Xperia XZ1 memory will be deleted.
Images and videos for some items may not exactly match your specific phone model.

Sony Xperia Z1 Compact is a smartphone from a Japanese brand that runs on Android 4.3. Here you can find firmware, reset settings, instructions, and also have info on how to get root rights. Moreover, you will find out the full characteristics of your Sony Ikspiria.

Root on Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

How to get the root for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact see instructions below.

Below are the universal programs for obtaining root-rights for devices on Qualcomm Snapdragon

(PC needed)
(Route using a PC)
(popular)
(root in one click)

If the superuser (root) rights could not be obtained or the program did not appear (you can install it yourself) - ask a question in the topic. You may need a custom kernel firmware.

Specifications

Standard: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, LTE
Support for LTE bands: 1500, 1700, 1800, 1900, 2100, 2600, 700, 800, 850, 900
Type: Smartphone
Operating system: Android 4.3
Case type: classic
Construction: waterproof
SIM card type: micro SIM
Number of SIM-cards: 1
Weight: 140g
Dimensions (WxHxT): 64.9x127x9.4 mm
Screen type: color, touch
A type touch screen: multitouch, capacitive
Diagonal: 4.3 inches.
Image size: 720x1280
Automatic screen rotation: yes
Ringtone type: polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
Vibration alert: yes
Camera: 20.70 million pixels, LED flash
Camera functions: autofocus, digital Zoom 8x
Recognition: faces, smiles
Video recording: yes
Max. video resolution: 1920x1080
Front camera: yes, 2 million pixels
Audio: MP3, FM radio
Dictaphone: yes
Headphone jack: 3.5mm
Video Output: MHL
Interfaces: USB, Wi-Fi, NFC, Bluetooth 4.0
Satellite navigation: GPS / GLONASS
Internet access: WAP, GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA +, email POP / SMTP, email IMAP4, HTML
Processor: Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974, 2200 MHz
Number of processor cores: 4
Video processor: Adreno 330
Built-in memory: 16 GB
Volume random access memory: 2 GB
Memory card support: microSD (TransFlash)
Additional SMS functions: text input with dictionary
MMS: yes
Battery capacity: 2300mAh
Sensors: light, proximity, gyroscope, compass
Book search: yes
Exchange between the SIM card and internal memory: there is
Organizer: alarm clock, calculator, task planner
Features: protection level - IP55 / IP58

Firmware for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

Official android firmware 4.3 [stock ROM file] -
Sony custom firmware -

Firmware Sony Xperia The Z1 Compact can be implemented in several ways. If the firmware file has not yet been uploaded here, then create a topic on the forum, in the section, specialists will help you and add the firmware. Do not forget to write a review for 4-10 lines about the smartphone in the subject line, this is important. Unfortunately, Sony's official website will not help solve this problem, and we will solve it for free. This Sony model has on board the Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 MSM8974, 2200 MHz, respectively, there are such flashing methods:

Recovery - flashing directly on the device
A special utility from the manufacturer, or

We recommend the first method.

What custom firmware are there?

CM - CyanogenMod
LineageOS
Paranoid Android
OmniROM
Temasek's

AICP (Android Ice Cold Project)
RR (Resurrection Remix)
MK (MoKee)
FlymeOS
Bliss
crDroid
Illusion ROMS
Pacman ROM

Problems and disadvantages of a smartphone from Sony and how to fix them?

If the Xperia Z1 Compact does not turn on, for example, you see a white screen, hangs on the splash screen, or the notification light only flashes (possibly after charging).
If it freezes when updating / freezes when it is turned on (needs a flashing, 100%)
Doesn't charge (usually iron problems)
Doesn't see the SIM card (SIM card)
The camera does not work (mostly hardware problems)
Sensor does not work (depending on the situation)

For all these problems, contact (you just need to create a theme), specialists will help for free.

Hard Reset for Sony Xperia Z1 Compact

Instructions on how to Hard Reset on Sony Xperia Z1 Compact (factory reset). We recommend that you read the visual guide, which is called on Android. ...

Reset codes (open the dialer and enter them).

*2767*3855#
*#*#7780#*#*
*#*#7378423#*#*

Hard Reset via Recovery

Turn off the device-\u003e go to Recovery
"Wipe data / factory reset"
"Yes - delete all user data" -\u003e "Reboot System"

How do I log into Recovery?

hold down Vol (-) [volume down], or Vol (+) [volume up] and the power button
a menu with the Android logo will appear. Everything, you are in Recovery!

Factory reset on Sony Xperia Z1 Compact can be done in a very simple way:

Settings-\u003e Recovery and reset
Reset settings (at the very bottom)

How to reset your pattern

How to reset pattern keyif you forgot it and now you cannot unlock your Sony smartphone. On the Xperia Z1 Compact, the key or PIN can be removed in several ways. You can also remove the lock through a factory reset, the lock code will be deleted and disabled.

Reset graph. blocking -
Password reset -

You can force restart or shutdown a device if it stops responding or won't restart. In this case, the parameters and personal data are not deleted.

If your device won't turn on or you need to reset its software, you can use Xperia ™ Companion to restore your device. For more information on using Xperia ™ Companion, see Computer tools.

Force restarting the device

Force device shutdown

Remove the cover of the micro / SIM card holder.
Using the tip of a pen or similar object, press and hold the OFF button.
After the device vibrates several times at short intervals, release the power button. The device will turn off automatically.

Factory reset

Recovering software on your device using the Xperia ™ Companion app

Make sure Xperia Companion is installed on your PC or Mac ®.
Open the Xperia ™ Companion software on your computer and click Software recovery on the main screen.
Follow the instructions on the screen to reinstall software and troubleshooting.

How to hard reset Sony Xperia Z1.

As we know, any digital device may be damaged sooner or later, or rather, its system will stop working correctly. The same goes for the Sony Xperia Z1 smartphone.

To fix most errors, the Hard Reset operation is suitable. On this model, it became even easier to do this operation, since the manufacturers provided a special button for a complete reset.

"Magic button"

But it is worth remembering that such a reset entails complete removal data from their memory.

Not all Sony Xperia models have this button. It can be found on the Xperia Z Ultra, Xperia ZL and Xperia SP and of course the Sony Xperia Z1. Thanks to this, you do not need to do any complex manipulations with system menu... You just need to press this button.

The small red key is near the SIM card slot. Just press it for a few seconds. You can't do this with your finger, but you can use something like a pencil. Wait for vibration and release the button. After that, a reboot will start.

Also remember that you should not poke sharp objects there and press the button too hard. This could damage the functionality of the button in the future.

Hard reset using a computer