In our description database there are 2 solutions for performing hard reset for Archos 50 Helium 4G.

Choose the first method and follow the steps to perform a hard reset. If the first solution does not work, try the next method.

Please remember! Hard reset will delete any and all data your device contains; like pictures, contacts, messages, apps etc. Everything. Archos 50 Helium 4G device will be brought back to the same configuration as that of a brand new device.

Instruction #1


1. Power down the phone by holding the Power key for a couple of seconds.



2. Hold down Volume Up, Home and Power button.



3. You can release held keys after the orange screen appears.
4. Hold down the Volume Up + Volume Down button to enter Recovery Mode.


5. Now choose the Wipe Data/Factory Reset option. Use Volume buttons to scroll and Power button to select the option.


6. To confirm, press Yes.


7. Select the Reboot System Now option.


8. Open up a bottle of beer and celebrate, for you have completed the hard reset operation.

Instruction #2


1. Turn the device on (press Power key).



2. Next, open Menu and go to Settings.
3. Afterwards select Backup & Reset, then tap Factory data reset.
4. Now select Reset Device and then Erase Everything.
5. Woohoo, you're done. Your device will now restart and hard reset will complete.