How Do I Reset My Lenovo M10 Tablet Without Password

Locked out of your Lenovo Tab M10? Whether you’ve forgotten your PIN, pattern, or password, a factory reset is usually the fastest way back in. The process works on every M10 variant — Tab M10 HD (TB-X306), Tab M10 FHD Plus (TB-X606), and Tab M10 Plus 3rd Gen (TB-125FU/TB-128FU) — with only minor differences in menu wording depending on the Android version installed.

Before you start: a factory reset erases everything on the tablet. Photos, apps, accounts, settings — all gone. If you can still access the device in any way (even briefly), back up what you can to Google Drive or a microSD card first. If the tablet is completely locked and you can’t get past the screen, there’s no way to save the data — but at least you’ll have a working tablet again.

One more thing to know upfront: after the reset, Google’s Factory Reset Protection (FRP) will ask for the Google account that was previously signed in on the tablet. If you don’t remember those credentials either, you’ll need to recover your Google account password at accounts.google.com/signin/recovery before starting the reset. Otherwise you’ll end up with a freshly wiped tablet you still can’t use.

Method 1: Hard Reset via Recovery Mode (Works Even When the Screen Is Locked)

This is the method you need when you can’t get past the lock screen at all. It uses the tablet’s physical buttons to access a hidden system menu that exists outside of Android.

Step 1 — Power off the tablet completely. If the screen is frozen or unresponsive, hold the Power button for 15 seconds straight until the tablet shuts down. If the tablet is in a boot loop and won’t shut down normally, keep holding Power until the screen goes black.

Step 2 — Remove the microSD card if you have one inserted. The factory reset typically only wipes internal storage, but removing the card is a precaution worth taking.

Step 3 — Enter Recovery Mode. With the tablet off, press and hold Volume Up + Power at the same time. Keep holding both buttons until the Lenovo logo appears on screen. When you see the logo, release the Power button but keep holding Volume Up. After a few seconds, the Android Recovery menu will appear — white text on a black background.

If you see a “No command” screen (an Android robot lying on its back with an exclamation mark): don’t panic. Hold the Power button, then tap Volume Up once while still holding Power. The recovery menu should appear.

Step 4 — Navigate to “Wipe data/factory reset.” Use the Volume Down button to scroll through the menu options. Highlight “Wipe data/factory reset” and press the Power button to select it.

Step 5 — Confirm the reset. On the next screen, use Volume Down to highlight “Yes” (or “Yes — delete all user data” on older Android versions). Press Power to confirm.

Step 6 — Reboot. Once the wipe completes (it takes 1-2 minutes), you’ll be back at the recovery menu. “Reboot system now” should already be highlighted. Press Power to select it. The tablet will restart and boot into the initial setup screen, as if it were brand new.

Which M10 models does this work on? All of them. The Volume Up + Power combination is the same across the Tab M10 HD (TB-X306F/X), Tab M10 FHD Plus (TB-X606F/X), Tab M10 Plus 3rd Gen (TB-125FU, TB-128FU, TB-128XU), and the Tab M10 5G. The menu text may differ slightly depending on Android version (Android 9 through 13), but the options and process are identical.

Method 2: Remote Reset via Google Find My Device

This method works if the tablet is still powered on and connected to Wi-Fi, even though you can’t unlock it. Google’s Find My Device service (rebranded as “Find Hub” in 2025) lets you erase the tablet remotely from any browser.

Requirements:

• The tablet must be turned on
• It must be connected to Wi-Fi or mobile data
• A Google account must be signed in on the tablet
• Location services must have been enabled

Step 1 — On a computer or phone, go to google.com/android/find and sign in with the same Google account linked to your M10 tablet.

Step 2 — Select your Lenovo Tab M10 from the list of devices.

Step 3 — Click “Erase device” (or “Factory reset” depending on the interface version).

Step 4 — Confirm the action. The tablet will be wiped remotely.

After the remote erase, FRP remains active. You’ll need the same Google account credentials to set up the tablet again — this is an anti-theft feature, not a bug.

This method is also useful if the tablet has been lost or stolen and you want to wipe your personal data from it. For a broader guide on resetting any Lenovo tablet model, see our complete how to reset a Lenovo tablet guide which covers 5 different methods.

Method 3: Lenovo Rescue and Smart Assistant (LMSA)

If Recovery Mode doesn’t work — for example, the tablet is stuck in a boot loop, the screen is completely unresponsive, or the button combination won’t trigger — Lenovo’s own PC tool can reflash the entire operating system.

Requirements:

• A Windows PC (LMSA is Windows-only)
• A USB cable
• Internet connection on the PC

Step 1 — Download Lenovo Rescue and Smart Assistant (LMSA) from Lenovo’s official support site. Search for “Rescue and Smart Assistant” or navigate to your specific tablet model’s support page.

Step 2 — Install LMSA on your Windows PC and launch it.

Step 3 — Connect your M10 tablet to the PC via USB.

Step 4 — LMSA should detect the tablet automatically. Follow the on-screen instructions to download the correct firmware for your specific model and reflash the system.

Step 5 — Once the process completes, the tablet will reboot with a clean Android installation.

This is the nuclear option — it completely reinstalls the OS, not just wipes user data. It’s the same process Lenovo service centers use. It also resolves issues that a normal factory reset can’t fix, like corrupted system partitions or failed OTA updates.

If your tablet won’t even connect to LMSA and is completely bricked, at that point it’s likely a hardware problem. Contact Lenovo Support directly or visit an authorized service center.

What to Do After the Reset

Once the tablet boots into the setup wizard, you’ll go through the standard Android setup process:

Google account verification (FRP). The tablet will ask you to sign in with the Google account that was previously linked to it. This is Factory Reset Protection — Google’s way of preventing a thief from wiping and reusing a stolen device. If you’re the original owner, just enter your credentials. If you bought the tablet secondhand and don’t have the previous owner’s account, you’ll need to contact them to remove the device from their Google account, or contact Lenovo Support for assistance.

Set a new password you’ll remember. Consider using a PIN (easier to type on a tablet) rather than a complex pattern. If you have fingerprint unlock available on your M10 model, set that up as a backup method.

Reinstall your apps and restore data. If you had Google Backup enabled before the reset, the setup wizard will offer to restore your apps and some settings automatically.

If the tablet still feels sluggish or unstable after the reset, you may have a hardware issue — especially if it’s a Tab M10 HD (TB-X306) which only has 2-4 GB of RAM and can struggle with newer Android versions. In that case, it might be time for an upgrade:

Frequently Asked Questions

Does this work on the Lenovo Tab M10 FHD Plus (2nd Gen)?

Yes. The TB-X606F and TB-X606X use the exact same Recovery Mode process: Volume Up + Power, then “Wipe data/factory reset.” The menu looks identical to other M10 variants.

Will I lose everything?

Yes. A factory reset deletes all apps, photos, files, accounts, and settings from the internal storage. If you had a microSD card with files on it, those are safe as long as you removed the card before the reset (or the files weren’t stored as “adopted storage” which encrypts them to that specific device).

I can’t enter Recovery Mode — nothing happens when I press the buttons.

Make sure the tablet is completely off first (not just in sleep mode). Try holding Power for 20 seconds to force shutdown, then wait 10 seconds before pressing Volume Up + Power again. If the buttons are physically damaged, Method 3 (LMSA via PC) is your only option.

What if I don’t remember my Google account password either?

Go to accounts.google.com/signin/recovery before doing the reset. Google will walk you through account recovery using your phone number or recovery email. If you reset the tablet without recovering your Google account first, you’ll be stuck at the FRP screen.

Can I reset my Lenovo M10 without a computer?

Yes — Method 1 (Recovery Mode) and Method 2 (Google Find My Device) both work without a computer. You only need a PC for Method 3 (LMSA), which is the last resort when the other methods fail.

I forgot my password on a different Lenovo tablet, not an M10. Will this work?

The Recovery Mode process (Volume Up + Power → Wipe data/factory reset) works on virtually all Lenovo Android tablets, including the Tab P11, Tab P12, Yoga Tab, and older models. For the full walkthrough covering all models, see our complete Lenovo tablet reset guide. If you’re specifically dealing with a boot loop that won’t let you reach Recovery Mode, we have a dedicated guide for that too.