Why Huawei won’t turn on is a question that interests many owners of smartphones from this manufacturer. Huawei phones have gained popularity recently, with more and more users preferring the Honor line. But any technology cannot be perfect; every system is subject to malfunctions and errors. In this article we will look at the reasons why the phone suddenly stopped showing signs of life, as well as ways to solve the problem.
Honor (Huawei) phone does not turn on - reasons
The smartphone may stop turning on due to the following reasons:
- After falls and mechanical damage.
- Moisture ingress.
- Battery failure.
- The battery is completely discharged.
- System glitch in the firmware.
Every problem requires a specific solution. Below we will study in detail all the causes of the problem and solutions.
EMUI or FASTBOOT interface on the screen
If Honor does not turn on, and the display shows the “repair rabbit”, EMUI, recovery or update symbols, the cause of the problem is a malfunction of the operating system.
Try holding down the power button for 25-30 seconds, wait 10-15 seconds, then turn on the gadget in the usual way. If the screensavers do not disappear, contact the service.
Huawei stuck on logo and won't turn on
The device boots up to a certain point and freezes? If the logo lights up and then the download stops, then the reason is probably hidden in a system failure. That is, Android cannot start the system.
The solution is to reflash the phone. If you have experience, you can do this yourself; in other situations, you should contact a service center.
System reset
If Honor turns off and does not turn on, the problem can be solved by entering the engineering menu and performing a full system reset. To do this, a set of specific buttons is used. The hotkey combination depends on the smartphone model.
For Honor 4C, 6C, 7C, 9S you need to do the following:
- Hold the volume and power buttons for 10-15 seconds.
- Smoothly reduce the force on the volume control, holding it in the middle.
- After the logo appears, release the power key, focusing on the volume button. If everything is done correctly, gear symbols and a green status bar should appear.
- Find the Wipe Data section . You can move the slider using the volume key, and confirm the action with the power button.
- Select Factory Reset (a warning about the loss of existing data will appear).
- Confirm the action, wait for the system to reset, reboot the device by pressing on Reboot System.
Water ingress
Accidentally dropped your smartphone into water? The main thing is to react quickly and immediately take out the device, turn it off, disassemble it and leave it to dry. Experts recommend resorting to cereals in such situations. That is, just put the switched off phone in a bag of rice. Keep the device in this position until tomorrow.
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If the gadget has been in liquid for a long time, then most likely it cannot be repaired and it would be wiser to purchase a new smartphone.
Reset
During this operation, all data from Honor 4C Pro or analogues will be deleted (it is recommended to make a backup copy).
Next you need:
- Hold the three buttons for 10-15 seconds until the Recovery menu appears.
- After a vibration signal, several items will appear on the display.
- To move through the lines, use the volume key, and to select a command, use the power button.
- Select the blue Recovery line.
- Find and click the Wipe Data/Factory Reset line, after which it will reset to factory settings.
- Confirm the action by clicking on “Yes”.
After the manipulations have been carried out, the settings will be reset to factory settings; the completion of the operation is indicated by the inscription Data wipe Complete. When logging in, you will need to enter data from your previously created Mi account. To exit Recovery, press the Power key.
The phone turns on and turns off immediately
Does the phone turn on and then turn off at the same second? The main provoking factors are:
- Low battery charge.
- The battery is broken.
- One of the parts in the phone has failed.
- A software glitch has occurred.
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The smartphone was damaged
If an Honor phone does not turn on after being physically damaged, in most cases important modules and internal circuits of the gadget could “fly”. You can try removing and reinserting the battery, rebooting the device, or performing a factory reset. If this doesn't help, head to the workshop.
If the blow was not critical, you need to press the power button harder. When exposed to external influences, the contacts sink and the distance between them increases.
What to do if your Huawei phone won't turn on?
Initially, before making specific decisions, you should double-check and carry out several actions:
- Check the phone's functionality again.
- Connect it to the charger again and hold down the power button.
Are you sure your smartphone is faulty? Let's look at what options you can use and how to fix the problem.
Data recovery
Data recovery is one way to get your device up and running. What to do:
- Hold down the Power key and Volume Down.
- Wait for the logo to appear.
- Release the buttons and wait for loading.
You can also start data recovery using the ADB Fastboot utility for computers. But, without the smartphone being turned on, this procedure will not work.
Reboot
Try performing a Hard Reset. Instructions:
- Hold down the Power key and Volume buttons.
- Wait until the logo appears on the screen and release the power button.
- The system will restart.
Reinstalling software
Reinstalling the operating system will solve many system problems. But, reflashing should be resorted to in extreme cases. To carry it out, you need to install special drivers on your computer, set ROOT rights to the phone, open the bootloader, install special programs and download the required version of the operating system.
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The presented procedure is very complex; you can carry it out yourself if you have the proper experience. In other cases, it is recommended to contact specialists.
Software error
Sometimes a Huawei phone won't boot due to an incorrect update. If your Huawei phone does not turn on, it means you made a serious mistake when flashing it. To solve this problem at home, the Jaga technique is proposed, the essence of which is to create a special plug (Jaga) by soldering 5 or 4 contacts through a 310 kOhm resistor. This Jag is inserted into the device with the battery removed.
Various forums will help you bring your gadget back to life after an unsuccessful flashing, where you can find out how to restore your model from a blocked or flashed state. There you will also find a description of what should be done to restore the device by closing the contacts with the battery removed. Before starting restoration work, you should download and install a special application on your computer - Random's Flash&backup. Then remove the battery, connect pins 5 and 4, keeping the needles closed, insert the battery, insert the cord into the connector and connect to the PC. The program will inform you that the smartphone is connected, and the logo on the phone should light up. Next, strictly follow the instructions that the program will give you.
If the above steps do not restore the functionality of the gadget, then you should contact a service center specialist for help.
Power supply failure
It sounds funny, but sometimes it is a broken socket that likes to fray the nerves of smartphone owners - try connecting the charger to another, after checking the functionality with other household appliances.
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Another common case is damage to the USB cable or charger unit. Try changing your diet. Tug the cable bends, blow out the plugs and sockets.
Separately, check the capabilities of the power supply itself - milliampere data should be written on it. Perhaps your unit is not fast enough to start a smartphone/tablet. By the way, this is a very common problem on cheap Chinese devices.
Battery fault
It is possible to check the battery condition only on devices with a removable cover - carefully remove it and take out the battery. We inspect it for the presence of swelling, obvious scratches, melted/burnt elements.
If everything is fine, wipe it with a damp cloth, and also do not bypass the terminals (protruding contacts). They must be even, otherwise we do not recommend correcting anything yourself.
In the case of a non-removable battery, you need to use special applications - AccuBattery (checks the battery charge controller) and Battery. But they will be relevant after any activation.
Battery check
You can check the battery by connecting it to the charger for 8 hours. If power is supplied, then the battery is working. Since Honor's batteries are non-removable, testing them in another phone is problematic. You can check the charge level using a multimeter.
Battery is faulty
An extreme measure to restore the temporary life of a faulty battery is to use terminals connected to a 4-6 V source (no more than 0.5 A). First you need to turn off the phone, remove the battery using a suitable screwdriver, a thin plate to pry off the element. If the circuits on the battery are not broken, the additional charge will “push” the battery. After the procedure, charge the battery as usual (6-8 hours). If this does not help, send the battery for recycling.
No charge
If your smartphone screen does not turn on, the problem may be a lack of charge. Check the integrity of the cable, try using a different charger. Pay attention to the integrity and cleanliness of the contacts and connector of the mobile device. If the socket is clogged, clean it carefully with a thin needle and a soft toothbrush.
Solution 2: Use a low-voltage or wireless charger
Most modern chargers use technology for accelerated energy pumping by increasing current or voltage. To bring the battery out of a deep discharge state, low-power energy supply is important. And since with some charges an increased voltage is initially supplied, recharging the battery is impossible. Therefore, the problem is often solved by connecting a charger with a voltage of 5 Volts.
If you don’t have a low-voltage charger at hand, you should connect your phone to your computer via a USB 2.0 port. And with support for wireless charging technology, install the phone on the appropriate charging station.
