Most are using the volume up and down with no luck getting into the recovery mode. This method doesn't work so do this. There is a reset button on the back, press it once and do not hold. Next hold the volume button down in the center so that it is both trying to turn volume up and down at the same time. Hold it and keep it down until you see the blue recovery screen. If it did not work then do it again the volume up and down button must stay engaged until the boot is completed.