In order to hard reset a Vertu Ascent, you should perform the following steps.
Remember! Hard reset will delete all the data on your device; pictures, contacts, messages, apps and more.
Vertu Ascent device will be brought back to the default configuration of a brand new device.
1. Press'n'hold the Power button until the phone turns on.
2. Now open Menu and select Settings > Restore default settings.
3. Enter the password. Confirm. Wait for the hard reset to complete. Done!