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I have a Nexus One and I want to reset it back to Android 2.2.1 or 2.3. How can I do this?
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To reset your Nexus One to Android 2.2.1 or 2.3, follow these steps:

1. Back up your data before proceeding. This includes your contacts, photos, and any other important files.

2. Download the appropriate firmware for your device from the Google Developer website. You'll need to know the exact model of your Nexus One to find the correct firmware.

3. Connect your Nexus One to your computer using the provided USB cable.

4. Open the Android SDK and ADB (Android Debug Bridge) platform tools on your computer.

5. Open a command prompt or terminal window and navigate to the platform-tools directory.

6. Type the following command to boot your Nexus One into fastboot mode: `adb reboot bootloader`.

7. Once your device is in fastboot mode, type the following command to flash the firmware: `fastboot flash boot boot.img`.

8. After the flash is complete, type the following command to reboot your device: `fastboot reboot`.

9. Your Nexus One should now be running Android 2.2.1 or 2.3.

Please note that these steps may vary depending on your specific device and firmware version. Always follow the instructions provided by the firmware developer and proceed at your own risk.
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