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Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (2015) - Factory Data Reset (Powered Off)

Here's how to factory / hard reset your Galaxy Tab S2 (2015) if the screen freezes or app, audio or sync issues occur and the device won’t start up.
  • Perform a factory data reset only if necessary as it removes your Google™ account and all data including system data, app data and media.
  • For devices with Android™ Device Protection turned on, it's imperative Google sign-in credentials are known prior to completing a factory reset with the device powered off. If credentials are unknown, do one of the following:
  • If a pattern, PIN, etc. is or has ever been set up on the device, Google account sign-in is required during initial setup.
  1. Ensure the device is powered off.
    If the device is responsive and can be powered on, the preferred reset method should be performed.
  2. Simultaneously press and hold
    Home button
     (at the bottom),
    Volume up button
     on the top-left edge and
    Power button
     (on the top-left edge to the left of Volume buttons) until the Samsung logo appears then release.
  3. From the Android recovery screen, select
    wipe data/factory reset
    .
    Utilize the Volume buttons to highlight and the Power button to select.
  4. Tap
    Yes
    .
    Allow several seconds for the factory data reset process to complete.
  5. Tap
    reboot system now
    .
    Allow several minutes for the reboot process to complete.
    If applicable, set up your device.