How to Replace Screen on Htc Windows Phone 8x

By now you probably know all there is to know about your device, but if not, we've got you covered with some basic info below.

Device buttons and key features

Get a little refresher about the different buttons on your device as well as some of its key features.

Buttons

Icons

Indicators

• Solid red: Device is plugged in and the battery is charging.
• Solid green: Device is plugged in and the battery is fully charged.

Key Features

• Windows Phone 8 / Software version 3030.0.33501.531: September 4, 2013
• One of our FIRST 42Mbps Windows Phone devices
• 4.3" Super LCD 1280 x 720 HD (720p) with Gorilla Glass 2
• 1.5 GHz dual-core processor
• 8 MP rear camera with flash

User guide

Check out the attached PDF user guide to find basic step-by-step procedures for your device.

Back up and restore

Backup apps

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll down to and tap Settings.
3. Scroll down to and tap backup.
4. Tap app list+settings.
5. Tap the Backup switch to turn on.
6. If necessary, sign in to your Microsoft account.
7. Tap back up now.

Backup contacts

1. From the Start screen, tap the People tile.
2. Select the contact you wish to view.
3. Tap the Edit icon.
4. View the 'EDIT [ACCOUNT] CONTACT' information at the top of the screen. For example, a contact saved to a Hotmail account will display 'EDIT HOTMAIL CONTACT.'

Backup media & pictures

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll to and tap Photos.
3. Navigate to and select the image you want to send.
4. Tap the More (...) icon.
5. Tap save to SkyDrive.
6. If desired, enter a caption or tap add tag and then follow the prompts to add a tag.
7. Tap the Send icon.

Restore

After completing a master reset or replacing your device, you will be prompted during setup to restore from last date of use. Your device will then take a moment to restore settings, text, photos, contacts, and calendar items.

Reset your device

A master reset restores the original factory settings and may delete your personal data on the internal storage, such as downloads, ringtones, images, apps, contacts, and Visual Voicemail. It doesn't delete data stored on the SIM card or SD card.

Master reset with settings menu

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll down to and tap Settings.
3. Scroll down to and tap about.
4. Scroll down to and tap reset your phone.
5. Read the warning about your personal content being erased, and then tap yes.
6. Tap yes again to confirm.

Master reset with hardware keys

If the device menus are frozen or unresponsive, you can master reset using hardware keys.

1. Turn off the phone.
2. Press and hold the Volume Down key, and then briefly press the Power key.
3. Release the Volume Down key when you see an icon on the screen.
4. Press the following hardware keys in sequence: Volume Up > Volume Down > Power > Volume Down.

SIM card

SIM card

This device supports a standard size SIM card.

1. Insert the SIM eject tool (or a small bent paperclip) into the small hole next to the SIM card tray.
2. Pull the SIM card tray out.
3. If inserting the SIM card, place the SIM card with the contacts facing down into the tray. If removing the SIM card, simply take the card out of the tray.
   
   
4. Return the SIM card tray to its slot.

Network settings

Change band

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll down to and tap Settings.
3. Scroll down to and tap cellular.
4. Tap the Highest connection speed field.
5. Select from the following options:
   • 2G
   • 4G

Manual network selection

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll down to and tap Settings.
3. Scroll down to and tap cellular.
4. Tap the Network selection field. The phone will begin searching for networks.
5. Select the desired network.

Turn on/off data roaming

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll down to and tap Settings.
3. Scroll down to and tap cellular.
4. Tap the Data roaming options field.
5. Select from the following options
   • roam
   • don't roam

Turn on and connect to Wi-Fi

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Scroll down to and tap Settings.
3. Tap Wi-Fi.
4. If necessary, tap the Wi-Fi switch to turn on. Your phone will automatically scan for available Wi-Fi networks.
5. Select the Wi-Fi network to which you want to connect.
6. If security is enabled, enter the password, and then tap Done.

APN settings

1. From the Start screen, touch the screen and slide left.
2. Tap Settings.
3. Scroll to, and tap cellular.
4. Select add internet apn
5. In the APN field, enter epc.tmobile.com.
6. Tap Save.

Upgrade your device

You've probably been through a lot with your device and although it's tough to say goodbye, it just might be time to say your farewells and get a new device. Check out some upgrade options or learn about our Equipment Installment Plan which helps break down the costs of devices into manageable monthly payments.

Already have a new device? Learn how to Set up a new mobile device or visit SD card & device file transfer for details on how to transfer your personal data.

Still need help?

If you're having trouble with your device or it's just not working like it use to do, check out our troubleshooting pages or visit our Community forums for additional help.

You can also open the attached PDF user guide below for additional support.

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Attachments

• User manual - Windows Phone 8X by HTC.pdf Preview

How to Replace Screen on Htc Windows Phone 8x

Source: https://support.t-mobile.com/docs/DOC-37670

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