Reset Dell Venue 8 (7840) - how it works

If a serious error has occurred or you forgot the code for the Dell Venue 8 (7840), you can reset the device. We'll show you how it's done.

Dell Venue 8 (7840): Restore factory settings

1. Hold down the power button on the left side of the device and switch off the Dell Venue 8 completely.
2. Now hold down the power button and the volume down button for a few seconds.
3. If the Dell logo appears on the screen, release the power button and hold down the volume down button.
4. Use the volume buttons to navigate to the "Recovery" item and select the item with the power button.
5. If the Android logo appears, press the two volume buttons simultaneously twice in succession.
6. Then select the "wipe data / factory reset" option and confirm the process. After about 5 minutes, you can set up the Dell Venue 8 again.