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How to reset your Xbox One in 3 different ways, to fix issues with the console
How to reset your Xbox One in 3 different ways, to fix issues with the console
Steven JohnSep 13, 2019, 21:13 IST
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You can reset an Xbox One in three different ways if it's malfunctioning.
You should try a soft reset and a hard reset first, as these are the easiest and most common fixes.
If your Xbox One is still malfunctioning after a soft and hard reset, you can force a factory reset that will erase all of your saved data but should restore the console to proper working order.
Like any technologically advanced device, the Xbox One can sometimes lag, freeze, or experience other glitches.
These issues can be caused or exacerbated by the upload of new software or by periods of protracted use. Fortunately, most such issues are remedied by a quick restart or reset.
For problems that you can't fix by restarting your Xbox One, you may find a solution in a factory reset. Granted, this extreme step will delete all of your data and game progress, meaning you will have to reupload purchased games and replay your way through every challenge - but that still beats buying a whole new console.
Here's how to reset your Xbox One in three different ways.
Hold the power button on the front of the console down for 10 seconds, releasing it only after the device shuts down. Disconnect the power cable and wait for an additional 10 seconds, then reconnect the power and turn the console back on.
If all the resets and other troubleshooting tricks don't have your Xbox One working again, it's time for a factory reset that will wipe all your data but might just restore the hardware itself.
1. While the console is on, press the home button on the controller.
2. Select the Settings menu via the gear-shaped icon.
3. Click through the System link and then go to Console Info.
4. Select Reset Console.
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5. Click Reset and Remove Everything.
Now sit back and wait (for a while) as the Xbox One restores itself back to its factory settings.