How To Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S Captivate SGH-I897

The explained steps in this Guide will help you to Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S Captivate with model number SGH-I897 from AT&T Mobility USA.

Samsung Galaxy S Captivate SGH-I897 Factory Reset Checklist:

1- This process restores the Android platform to its original state and wipe all your data, So backup all the wanted data (Contacts, SMS, Photos, Videos,… Etc).

2- Make sure that you know the Google account name and password.

3- Any other Email accounts info.

4- Samsung accounts info.

5- Any other log-in info and settings you used on your Samsung Galaxy S Captivate.

6- Ensure your Samsung Galaxy device has enough charge level.

Factory Reset Samsung Galaxy S Captivate SGH-I897 from Recovery Menu:

1- Make sure that your Samsung Galaxy S Captivate is Off, If not, Then turn it off (Press and hold the Power key, and then tap Power off). And remove the Memory card from it.

2- Take out its battery for 10 seconds, Then put it in again.

3- Press and hold Volume Up key + Volume Down Key + Power button.

4- Keep pressing the above keys until the AT&T logo appears for the second time,Then release Power Key only.

5- Wait until you are into Factory reset / System Recovery menu, Then release all keys.

6- Use Volume Down key to scroll down and select Delete All User Data option.

7- Use Power button to confirm the operation.

8- You need to use the Volume Down key again to select “Yes — delete all user data“.

9- Use Power button to confirm the operation one more time.

10- After performing the hard reset, Select Reboot System Now option, And confirm it using Power button.

11- Now your Galaxy S Captivate will reboot, Wait for it to be fully on and then you can start using it. Select your preferred device language, And follow the on-screen instructions to proceed the initial setup.