Factory reset (Help)

[derpylt]

Hello, I've got this Sony Xperia phone from my friend and and doesn't remember the pin-code to unlock the phone.

Can anyne help me on how to factory reset this phone without going through settings?

Thank you, 

derpylt

[doomsriker]

Yea, I bet you got it from your friend (some guy at a crowded shopping mall not paying attention).

[UL_42L]

Directly from a Verizon page:

 

Spoiler

A factory data reset may help with a blank or frozen screen, apps crashing or freezing, keypad/touchscreen problems, can't hear, device making noises, can't make or receive calls, and device won't sync.

 Perform a factory data reset only if absolutely necessary as it removes all data including:

• Google^TM account
• System and app data
• App settings
• Downloaded apps
• Media (Music, pictures and videos, etc.)

 Notes:

• Personal data (e.g., Wi-Fi passwords, browser bookmarks, etc.) can be backed up to Google's servers.
• An alternate reset method is available if the device can be powered on and is responsive.
• If troubleshooting third-party apps, disable the Automatic Restore option.

1. Ensure the device is powered off.
2. Press and hold the Power button and the Volume Down button (located on the right edge of the device) until the Sony screen appears then release.
3. From the System Recovery screen, select Factory Reset.
    Utilize the Volume buttons to scroll through the menu options and the Power button to select.
4. Select Yes.
    Utilize the Volume buttons to scroll through the menu options and the Power button to select.
    Allow several minutes for the factory data reset process to complete.