a processor and processor subsystem reset that resets the processor core to restart the software
a reset by means of a Device Reset command, and it is capable of initializing a particular peripheral device
a very minor action, equivalent to restarting Windows on your desktop machine
A procedure that clears all open programs and reboots the HP iPAQ. When the HP iPAQ is powered back on, you start with all active programs closed and the device ready to use. This procedure is used to reset the HP iPAQ if it is malfunctioning. A soft reset is similar to restarting a desktop computer.
A soft reset reloads the operating system, application software, etc., and reboots the card. It does not initialize the ONS 15454 ASIC hardware.