What To Know
- Ensure that your LG Gram is set to boot from the internal hard drive or SSD in the BIOS settings.
- A hard reset can take several minutes or even hours to complete, depending on the size of your hard drive and the speed of your device.
- The time required for a hard reset varies depending on the device, but it can take from 30 minutes to several hours.
If your LG Gram laptop has become unresponsive, sluggish, or infected with malware, performing a hard reset can restore it to its factory settings and resolve various issues. This blog post will provide a comprehensive guide on how to hard reset your LG Gram, covering different methods and potential scenarios.
When to Hard Reset Your LG Gram
A hard reset may be necessary in the following situations:
- Device is unresponsive or frozen
- Operating system is corrupted or damaged
- Persistent software issues or errors
- Malware or virus infection
- Preparing the device for sale or disposal
Methods to Hard Reset LG Gram
There are two main methods to hard reset an LG Gram:
Method 1: Using the Recovery Environment
1. Shut down your LG Gram.
2. Press and hold the F11 key.
3. While holding F11, press the power button to turn on the device.
4. Release the F11 key when the LG logo appears.
5. Select “Troubleshoot” from the Windows Recovery Environment options.
6. Click on “Reset this PC.”
7. Choose “Remove everything” to perform a complete reset.
Method 2: Using the BIOS
1. Shut down your LG Gram.
2. Press the F2 key repeatedly while turning on the device.
3. Navigate to the Security tab in the BIOS menu.
4. Select “Restore Factory Settings” or “Reset to Default.”
5. Confirm the reset by selecting “Yes” or “OK.”
Additional Considerations
- Back up your data: Before performing a hard reset, it’s crucial to back up any important files and data on your LG Gram.
- Reset Protection: If you have enabled Reset Protection in Windows, you may need to provide your Microsoft account password to complete the reset.
- Boot Order: Ensure that your LG Gram is set to boot from the internal hard drive or SSD in the BIOS settings.
- Time Required: A hard reset can take several minutes or even hours to complete, depending on the size of your hard drive and the speed of your device.
Troubleshooting Common Issues
- Device won’t boot into Recovery Environment: Try using a bootable USB drive or DVD with the Windows installation media.
- Reset Protection error: Contact Microsoft support to reset your Microsoft account password.
- Device stuck in a boot loop: Disconnect all external devices and try resetting again. If the issue persists, contact LG support.
Popular Questions
1. Will a hard reset delete all my files?
Yes, a hard reset will erase all data, files, and applications from your LG Gram.
2. How long does a hard reset take?
The time required for a hard reset varies depending on the device, but it can take from 30 minutes to several hours.
3. Can I recover my data after a hard reset?
No, a hard reset permanently deletes all data from the device. It’s essential to back up your files before performing a reset.
