Factory resetting a BlackBerry PlayBook returns the tablet back to its original state, as if it hadn’t been used before. It deletes data, files, downloaded applications and any assigned accounts such as a Google Mail address.
Wipe your tablet for a fresh start
Performing a factory reset can be useful in a number of situations and for different reasons. You might want to sell the tablet and make sure all your personal data is removed from the device beforehand. It can also be useful if your device has become too clogged up with apps, files and different accounts which may be compromising the performance.
Follow out step by step guide to resetting your BlackBerry Playbook. See also How to reset an Android tablet and How to set up BlackBerry Bridge 2.0.
Note: Before resetting the PlayBook, make sure sure backup any data you wish to keep. Apps can be downloaded again after the reset.
Step One
Navigate to the Setting s menu. Do this by swiping downwards from the bezel above the screen or tapping the cog icon in the top right hand corner of the home screen.
Step Two
Scroll down the Setting menu and click on Security.
Step Three
Within the Security pane on the right, click on the Security Wipe option.
Step Four
Type the word ‘blackberry’ into the text box and click Wipe Data. The PlayBook will carry out the full factory reset and reboot the tablet ready for use again.
Comments
Kayleigh said: Help cant remember my password want to wipe it clean and cant
Froggy said: I tried this and the re-start just takes it to the Connect to wi-fi screen I cannot access the home page or the set-up area to reset anything now nor get beyond the three options for internet connection It recognises none of my passwords or router info Any ideas anybody
Glor2669 said: My blackberry will not charge keeps bleeping battery low anyone knows what the problem is
vinnie said: hey bud did u get yours 2 work mines doing the same
Onuoraokonji said: SAME HERE HOW DO WE FIX THIS
Rhondabozek said: Help my playbook wont charge wont turn on how do i reboot or make it work
Gemma said: Life saver
Yiddish said: Its really a benefit for blackberry users
Max Ritch said: It should be noted that this deletes the sample media that came preloaded and it can delete some of the apps as well To do a proper factory reset you should reinstall the OS with the Blackberry Desktop manager