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9500 Mobile Computer Reference Manual
2.5 SYSTEM RESET
Reset the mobile computer when it stops responding to input.
Software Reset: Simply press the [Reset] button.
Hardware Reset: Press the [Reset] button and at the same time.
Warning: Never perform hardware reset unless software reset cannot solve your
problems.
2.5.1 SOFTWARE RESET (WARM REBOOT)
Software reset, also known as a warm boot, will restart the mobile computer and keep all
the saved files.
Software Reset (= Warm Reboot)
Use the stylus to press the [Reset] button.
During operation, the removal of main battery will start software reset too.
Warning: Data loss may occur when files are not properly closed before software
reset.
2.5.2 HARDWARE RESET (COLD REBOOT)
Hardware reset, also known as a cold boot, will restart the mobile computer and
initializes SDRAM. Data and program files stored in SDRAM will be erased after hardware
reset. But you can restore data that is previously synchronized with your computer by
performing an ActiveSync operation, or backed up by using CipherLab Backup Utility.
Hardware Reset (= Cold Reboot)
Press and [Reset] button at the same time.
Warning: Only the files stored in the Flash File System are retained during hardware
reset.