Reset button
![reset switch](/jargon/r/reset-button.png)
Alternatively called the reset switch, the reset button allows devices that utilize it, such as a computer or peripheral to be rebooted. Usually, the button is on the front of the device, next to or near the power button.
Where is the reset button on a laptop?
To help conserve space, a laptop and other portable electronics only have one power button. If you need to reset a laptop or another device, press and hold down the power button and after 5-10 seconds, the device resets or turn off. To turn a device back on, let go of the power button, wait a few seconds, and then press it again.
What if a computer is missing a reset button?
Not all desktop computers have a reset button. If your computer only has a power button and it needs to be reset, press and hold down the power button. After 5-10 seconds, the computer resets or turns off. If the computer turned off, let go of the button, wait a few seconds, and then press the power button again to turn the device back on.
Factory reset, Hard reset, Hardware terms, Reboot, Soft reset