How do I reset an unresponsive Kindle?

Restart your Kindle to resolve intermittent issues such as a frozen screen or slow performance.

  1. Press and hold the power button until either a power dialog box appears or the screen goes blank.
  2. Continue holding the power button for 40 seconds, then release.

Why wont my Kindle wake up?

Press and hold down the power button for 20 seconds or longer. Then turn the device back on by hitting the power button again. If this doesn’t work the first time, you can try holding the button down for 30 seconds or longer. Most of the time, this will be all you have to do to make the Kindle Fire work again.

How do I do a hard reset on my Kindle?

To conduct a hard restart, simply press and hold the power button for six to eight seconds. After around 10 seconds have gone by, your Kindle’s display should go blank. Don’t panic: This is part of the Kindle’s restart process. Continue to hold the power button for one minute, then release it.

How do I completely wipe my Kindle Fire?

How to factory reset your Kindle Fire (1st and 2nd generation)

  1. Navigate to your Settings, represented by the gear icon.
  2. Tap “More…” and then “Device.”
  3. Tap “Reset to Factory Defaults” and then “Erase everything.”
  4. Go to your Settings and then “Device Options.”
  5. Then select “Reset to Factory Defaults,” and finally “Reset.”

Is my Kindle dead?

If your Kindle is displaying a critical battery message or the drained battery icon, or if it’s so dead its screen won’t display anything at all, connect it to a power outlet and let it charge for at least half an hour before you test the device again.

Why has my Kindle stopped working?

Charging or battery issues – Recharge the device or replace the battery. Another common reason for Kindle does not turn on is the battery running out, the device will not turn on unless you recharge it. Plugging the Kindle device into your computer and wait about 30 minutes before trying to turn it on again.

How do I reset my Kindle to a new owner?

Reset the Kindle (Optional) The new owner will be able to start from a totally blank slate. Go to Menu > Settings. On the Settings page, tap the Menu button again, and then select the “Reset” option. In the confirmation window, tap “Yes” and the Kindle will take a few minutes to restart and reset.

How do I factory reset my Kindle Fire tablet?

Factory Reset Your Fire Tablet

  1. If needed, safely eject expandable storage.
  2. Swipe down twice from the top of the screen to show Quick Settings.
  3. Tap the Settings icon.
  4. Tap Device Options, and then tap Reset to Factory Defaults. Note: If you can’t access Settings or your device is freezing, launch Recovery Mode.

How do I fix a Dead Kindle?

Try resetting the Kindle by holding down the power button for at least 20 seconds. Turn it back on and see if it charges normally. If it still won’t take a charge, let it rest for about half an hour while connected to power, then try the reset again.