To restore a disabled iPhone 8 to factory settings, you will need to connect it to a computer and use iTunes (or Finder if you’re using macOS Catalina or later). Follow these steps to perform a factory reset:
1. Connect your iPhone 8 to the computer using a Lightning cable. Make sure iTunes is running, or if you’re using macOS Catalina or later, open Finder.
2. Once your iPhone is connected, you may be prompted to enter your device passcode or Trust This Computer. If your iPhone is disabled, you won’t be able to enter the passcode. In this case, you’ll need to put your iPhone into recovery mode.
3. To put your iPhone into recovery mode, you need to perform a specific button sequence. Press and release the Volume Up button, then press and release the Volume Down button. press and hold the Side (or Power) button until the recovery mode screen appears. Keep holding the button even when you see the Apple logo, and release it only when you see the recovery mode screen.
4. In iTunes or Finder, a popup will appear saying that there is a problem with your iPhone and it needs to be updated or restored. Click on the “Restore iPhone” button.
5. Before restoring, it’s a good idea to back up your iPhone to save your data. Click on the “Back Up Now” button to create a backup of your device. This step is optional but highly recommended, as it allows you to restore your data later.
6. After the backup is complete, click on the “Restore iPhone” button again to start the factory reset process. This will erase all data and settings on your iPhone 8.
7. iTunes (or Finder) will download the latest iOS firmware for your iPhone 8 and install it on your device. This process may take some time, so make sure your computer is connected to the internet and you have a stable connection.
8. Once the restore process is complete, your iPhone 8 will restart, and you will be guided through the setup process as if it were a new device. Follow the on-screen instructions to set up your iPhone 8 again.
It’s worth noting that restoring your iPhone to factory settings will erase all data and settings, so make sure you have a backup of your important data before proceeding. Additionally, if your iPhone is locked to a specific carrier, the restore process will not unlock it. You may need to contact your carrier or use a third-party unlocking service to unlock your iPhone.
I hope this detailed explanation helps you restore your disabled iPhone 8 to factory settings successfully. If you have any further questions, feel free to ask!