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How to reset a Nook explained

Like any e-reader, the Barnes & Noble Nook is prone to errors that can freeze the device and cause it to become unresponsive. When this happens, it’s important to know how to reset a Nook.

Depending upon your situation, you will need to perform either a hard or soft reset. The soft reset is used when the device has frozen, and simply forces the device to restart. The hard reset is meant to handle persistent errors by restoring the device to factory settings, and will erase any personal data stored on the device.

Performing a soft restart on your Nook

The soft reset will restart the device. You’ll lose any temporary data on the device, but your important information, like login credentials and stored files, will be preserved.

To perform a soft reset, follow these steps:

• Make sure that the Nook has power. Plug it in if there isn’t enough charge.
• Hold the Power button for roughly 20 seconds, or until the device powers off.
• Release the Power button and the device will restart.
• When the reset is finished, press the Power button again to start the Nook.

After this, the Nook should start and run normally.

Resetting a Nook that is on

If the soft reset doesn’t resolve your problems, you may have a larger problem in the device. A hard reset will restore the device to factory settings, resolving any errors in the process. There are two ways to do a hard reset, depending upon whether the device is functioning well enough to start.

If your Nook is functioning, you can reset it by following these steps:

1. Open the Navigation menu
2. Choose Settings
3. Select Device Info
4. Choose Erase and Deregister Device
5. Choose Reset Nook

You can’t reverse this process. Any information stored on the device will be lost. When the Nook restarts, you will need to register the device again and set up your preferences again.

Resetting a Nook that is off

If your Nook won’t start, or if it isn’t responding to your command, you’re still in luck. You can hard reset your Nook when it’s powered off.

To restart a Nook that doesn’t turn on:

1. Make sure the Nook is completely powered down.
2. Press the Power and Home buttons simultaneously.
3. Release the buttons when the Nook logo appears. This will bring up the factory reset prompt.
4. Once the Factory reset prompt is showing, you can either reset the device by pressing the Home button, or exit by pressing the Power button.

Pressing the Home button will reset the device, erasing any stored data and settings in the process. This can’t be reversed, so make sure that you’re sure of your decision before you press the button!

If you need more help with learning how to reset a Nook, you can get additional assistance from Barnes & Noble Nook support.