239Back up and ResetLocation settings, backup configurations, or reset the deviceto erase all personal data. From a Home screen, tap Apps ➔ Settings➔ Back up and reset.Device Backup and RestoreThe device can be configured to back up your currentsettings, application data and settings.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps ➔ Settings➔ Back up and reset.2. Tap Back up my data to create a backup of your currentdevice settings and applications.3. Tap Backup account to assign the account beingbacked up.4. Tap Automatic restore to assist in the re-installation ofa previously installed application (includingpreferences and data).5. Tap Factory data reset to reset your device and soundsettings to the factory default settings.Prior to doing a Factory ResetBefore initiating a factory reset, it is recommended that youbackup your personal data prior to use.Factory Data ResetFrom this menu you can reset your device and sound settingsto the factory default settings.Use Factory data reset to return your device to its factorydefaults. This setting erases all data from the device,including Google or other email account settings, system andapplication data and settings, and downloaded applications,as well as your music, photos, videos, and other files. If youreset the tablet in this way, the next time you turn on yourtablet you are prompted to reenter the same kind ofinformation as when you first started Android.1. From a Home screen, tap Apps ➔ Settings➔ Back up and reset ➔ Factory data reset.2. Tap Reset device.3. If necessary, enter your password and tap Delete all.The device resets to the factory default settingsautomatically and when finished displays the Homescreen.