Smartphone Honor 9X, despite its age, remains a reliable device, but over time, owners are often faced with the need to completely clean the system. This may be caused by critical software errors, a forgotten pattern key, or a banal desire to sell a gadget without transferring personal data to the new owner. The procedure for returning to the original state is a drastic measure that deletes absolutely all user information from the internal storage.
In this material we will analyze in detail both available methods for performing this operation: through the standard Android settings menu and through recovery mode Recovery, which is indispensable if the device is locked or does not boot. It is important to understand that after the process is completed, it will be impossible to recover deleted photos, contacts and correspondence without a previously created backup copy.
Before taking active steps, it is necessary to assess the current state of the battery. If the charge level is below 50%, the process may be interrupted due to a power outage, which will lead to serious malfunctions bootloader and turn the phone into a “brick”. Connect the device to the network or wait until it is fully charged to ensure the stability of the procedure.
Preparing the device for a full data reset
Ignoring preliminary preparation is the most common mistake leading to the loss of valuable information. Before you initiate formatting, you need to manually save all important files. The built-in memory Honor 9X will be completely reformatted, so transfer photos, videos and documents to your computer or cloud storage.
Particular attention should be paid to your account Google and account Huawei ID. If you do not log out of these profiles before resetting through the settings menu, after turning on the phone may ask for a password from the previous owner due to activated protection FRP (Factory Reset Protection). This is a security measure designed to make it more difficult to use stolen devices.
⚠️ Attention: Make sure you remember your Google account password. After the reset, the system will require authorization in the account that was last on the device, otherwise it will be extremely difficult to unlock the smartphone.
It is also recommended to remove the memory card MicroSDif it is installed in the slot. Although the system usually asks for confirmation to format an external card, physically removing the media guarantees the safety of your archives and media files stored separately from the system partition.
☑️ Checklist before resetting
Method one: Reset through the system settings menu
This is the safest and easiest method, which is suitable for working smartphones with access to a working table. The shell interface EMUIinstalled on Honor 9Xis intuitive, however, the paths to the required items may differ slightly depending on the firmware version.
First, open the main menu and find the gear icon indicating the section Settings. Scroll the list of parameters down to the very end, where the item System or Advanced settingsis usually located. In some software versions, the required section may be called simply Restore and reset.
By selecting the appropriate item, you will see the option Reset settings. The system will warn you that all data will be deleted. By pressing the button Reset settings or Reset phone, the device will ask you to enter your security code, PIN code or pattern to confirm the owner's identity.
Before pressing the final reset button, take a screenshot of the screen with important Wi-Fi and Bluetooth settings to quickly restore the connection after a reboot.
After confirmation, the phone will automatically reboot and begin the cleaning process. The screen may go dark for a few minutes - this is normal and indicates operation. system partition. Do not try to interrupt this process by pressing buttons.
Method two: Hard Reset via Recovery mode
This method is the only solution if the smartphone is stuck on the screensaver, does not respond to touching the screen, or you have forgotten the unlock password. Mode Recovery is a special recovery environment built into the device’s memory, regardless of the main operating system.
To enter this mode on Honor 9X, you must completely turn off the smartphone. Then simultaneously hold down the volume up button (Volume Up) and the power button (Power). Hold them until the logo appears Honor, then release the power button, but continue to hold the volume button until a white menu with blue or black letters appears.
Control in this menu is carried out exclusively by the volume buttons (up/down to move) and the power button (to confirm the selection). You need to find the item Wipe data/factory reset. Move the cursor to it and press the power button.
⚠️ Attention: In Recovery mode, the touch screen does not work. If you accidentally select the wrong item, use the volume buttons to return, since confirmation of the action with the power button occurs instantly.
The system may request additional confirmation by prompting you to enter a word yes or by selecting the confirmation item again. After this, the formatting process will begin, which will take from 30 seconds to several minutes, depending on the amount of accumulated data.
What to do if the Recovery menu does not appear?
If the button combination does not work, try connecting the switched off phone with a USB cable to the computer and repeat the login procedure. On some versions of EMUI, this is a prerequisite for activating the recovery mode.
Setting up the smartphone after returning to factory settings
After successful completion of the procedure, the device will automatically reboot into the initial setup mode, as if you had just taken it out of the box. You are greeted by the language selection screen, where the first step is to determine the region of use.
Next will be connecting to the network Wi-Fi. This step is critically important, since without the Internet it is impossible to verify your Google account and activate the device. If you do not have a home network, you can share the Internet from another smartphone.
At the data recovery stage, the system will offer to transfer information from the backup copy. If you previously created a backup in the cloud Google Drive or through a proprietary utility HiSuite, now is the time to restore contacts, call history and the list of installed applications.
| Setting stage | Description of action | Importance |
|---|---|---|
| Selecting a language | Installing the Russian interface language | Required |
| Wi-Fi connection | Required for activation and login Google | Critical |
| Login to Google | Authorization for Play Market | Required |
| Setting up protection | Creating a new one PIN code or fingerprint | Recommended |
| Recovery | Downloading applications and data from the cloud | Optional |
Solving possible problems after the reset
Sometimes after completing the procedure, users are faced with the fact that the smartphone works slower than usual in the first hours. This is due to background system optimization and file indexing. Let the device work in quiet mode for about 30-60 minutes, without loading it with heavy tasks.
If you observe constant reboots or system process errors, the firmware file may have been damaged before the reset. In this case, simple formatting is not enough, and you will need to reflash the device via a computer using the utility eRecovery or HiSuite.
If the phone requires you to enter a password for your old Google account, and you don’t remember it, the situation becomes more complicated. Officially, you can bypass the protection FRP only by restoring access to mail through the Google website on another device. Third-party workarounds often require complex manipulations and may not be secure.
⚠️ Attention: The interface and menu item names may vary slightly depending on the EMUI version (10, 11 or later). If you do not find the item you need, use the search in settings by entering the word “Reset”.
After a reset, the system automatically removes all third-party applications. You will have to re-download instant messengers, banking applications and social networks from the Play Market.
Frequently asked questions (FAQ)
Will information be deleted from the memory card when resetting the settings?
By default, a system reset affects only the internal memory of the smartphone. However, if during the process you accidentally select the option to format the external SD card, the data on it will be lost. Always remove the card before the procedure for complete safety.
Is it possible to interrupt the reset if the phone is stuck on the logo?
Interrupting the process is highly not recommended, as this can damage system files. If the phone hangs on the logo for more than 20 minutes, try to perform a forced reboot by holding the power button for 10-15 seconds, and then enter Recovery mode again.
Does the Android version reset to an older version after a Hard Reset?
No, a factory reset does not roll back the operating system version. If your Honor 9X was updated to the latest available version of Android, it will remain on this version, just all user data and settings will be deleted.
What to do if after resetting the phone does not see the SIM card?
Try to remove the SIM card tray, wipe the SIM card contacts with a soft cloth and insert it back. If the problem persists, check the card's functionality in another phone. In rare cases, updating basic modems through a service center is required.