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How to reset Bose speaker

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These steps are for SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen). The first-generation Flex and other Bose speakers are outside this procedure.

01 · Start here

Before resetting your device

  1. Try switching the speaker off and on and reconnecting Bluetooth before factory reset.

Source: Bose: SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) troubleshooting

02 · Reset and reconnect

Reset and reconnect your Bose speaker

Before you start

Factory reset returns the speaker to its initial setup. Prepare to reconnect afterward.

SoundLink Flex Portable Speaker (2nd Gen)

Volume Up + Volume Down · 15 seconds

  1. Hold both volume buttons for 15 seconds until the power indicator flashes quickly.
  2. Turn the speaker back on.

Source: Bose: SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) troubleshooting

If the device still does not work

If it connects without audio, check volume and the selected audio source before repeating a reset.

Source: Bose: SoundLink Flex (2nd Gen) troubleshooting

After the reset

Reconnect Bluetooth and test audio.

Frequently asked questions

Does this apply to the original SoundLink Flex?

No. Check the generation on your product before using these steps.

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