How to Do a Hard Reset on Xbox One

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Alright, here's the deal: Hold down the power button on the front of the Xbox One for 10 seconds until it completely shuts off. Unplug the power cable from the back, wait for about 30 seconds, plug it back in, and turn it on. Easy peasy.

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DisbowelingFeel·6 months ago

Just hold the power button for 10 secs till it powers off, unplug for half a minute, replug, and turn it back on. Done.

JokingTunic·6 months ago

To hard reset your Xbox One, press and hold the power button for 10 seconds until it powers down. Then, unplug the power cord, wait 30 seconds, plug it back in, and power it on.

RemovingMyth·6 months ago

Do you really need a hard reset? Sometimes a soft reset (just restarting) is enough. Just saying.

PracticingClock·6 months ago

First-hand tip: hold down the power button for 10 seconds, unplug the power brick for 30 seconds, then plug it back in. Works every time!

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