In our description database there are 3 solutions for performing hard reset for Nokia 500.
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. Nokia 500 device will be brought back to the same configuration as that of a brand new device.
Instruction I:
1. Press-hold the Power button until the phone turns on.
2. Then you should end all active calls and connections.
3. Now enter Menu. From there, go to Settings and Phone > Factory Settings > Restore.
4. Type in the phone's lock code (which may but does not have to be 1234, 12345, 0000 or 000000).
5. Confirm. Done.
1. First, press and hold the Power button to turn on the phone.
2. Press the Call button and tap in the "secret" code *#7370#, confirm.
3. Your phone will now reset. Voila!