HT1212 how do reset to factory setting when i forgot the passcode

Can someone please tell how to factory reset my ipod touch 1st gen as i have forgotten the passcode and want to sell it..

Place the iOS device in Recovery Mode and then connect to your computer and restore via iTunes. The iPod will be erased.
iOS: Wrong passcode results in red disabled screen                         
If recovery mode does not work try DFU mode.                        
How to put iPod touch / iPhone into DFU mode « Karthik's scribblings        
For how to restore:
iTunes: Restoring iOS software

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