Error (-1) when deregistering

[lhachwen]

For some reason my nook is unable to access the shop since I sideloaded the 1.2 update, so I tried to reset it to factory. I keep getting this message: "Deregistration failed (-1). Local reset will not be attempted." I know I'm getting internet, so I'm not really sure what the issue is. Tried a hard reset I found mentioned in one of these threads (power + n + volume up), but it just turned off and then back on.

I'm not really sure what to do - I got this all of five days ago and so far it's just been driving me crazy :-/

[Niteryder]

Try going to YouTube search for Huskermania, he has two videos on how to reset your NC. Very easy to follow and understand.

[lhachwen]

The video I found said that I'd have to use an SD card, which I don't have. I don't mind going and getting one, I guess, but I'd rather not put more money into this until I know it'll work. Are there any ways to restore factory without external media?

[Niteryder]

Try the other video, you do not need an SD card.

[solitair]

If your Nook just shut off when doing the n+volume up+power, try it again. I often have to do it 2 or 3 times to get all the buttons pushed right. You should have a similar screen to when it loads an update.

[lhachwen]

I ended up finding an article telling me to do 8 interrupted boots, and that seemed to work. Of course, now my nook is no longer compatible with my router.

Meh.