Official Bootloader Unlock(Sony) v/s Flashtool Unlock? - Xperia Z1 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi,
Whats the difference between these 2 unlock methods and which one is the safer?
Thanks,
Shrishail

shrishail87 said:
Hi,
Whats the difference between these 2 unlock methods and which one is the safer?
Thanks,
Shrishail
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there is only one offical unlock sony site, there is a unoffical unlock ftf ,regards joe, p.s sony safer, i think, have alook around the threads you will find the answer,

shrishail87 said:
Hi,
Whats the difference between these 2 unlock methods and which one is the safer?
Thanks,
Shrishail
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Even unlocking BU by Flash Tools is official, and you should get a code from Sony
Or even there are hundreds of unlocking ways, you should write your own phone IMEI code that get from Sony

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Unlock Bootloder

I have a one simple Question, Does any one know how to unlock the bootloder in sony xperia z (unofficially) officially not possible.
thank you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2153261
However, note that the method in that thread will not allow you to unlock if the status of your bootloader is "Unlock allowed : No"
Check this by entering *#*#7378423#*#* in the dialler then look in Service Info -> Configuration
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kingvortex said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2153261
However, note that the method in that thread will not allow you to unlock if the status of your bootloader is "Unlock allowed : No"
Check this by entering *#*#7378423#*#* in the dialler then look in Service Info -> Configuration
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 2
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Thanks a lot for reply, i allrady sayd officially not possible :silly:
there was a software name omnius, with that we can unlock bootloder unofficially. it will cost 15 Euro(tested with Xperia play) .. but Xperia Z is not supperted right now.
polash said:
Thanks a lot for reply, i allrady sayd officially not possible :silly:
there was a software name omnius, with that we can unlock bootloder unofficially. it will cost 15 Euro(tested with Xperia play) .. but Xperia Z is not supperted right now.
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You said the official method was not possible, not that your bootloader is permanently locked. There is a difference, as there is an unofficial method of using your unlock token
The security on the bootloader is very very strict and is unlikely to be broken any time soon, if ever. There have been discussions on it by some very knowledgeable people on these forums and they all seem to conclude that there's no way around it.
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polash said:
there was a software name omnius, with that we can unlock bootloder unofficially. it will cost 15 Euro(tested with Xperia play) .. but Xperia Z is not supperted right now.
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If it was possible then there would be a thread about it and a link to it would probably be found in one of the stickys as there isn't and you can't then just like the rest of us you will have to wait.
XperienceD said:
If it was possible then there would be a thread about it and a link to it would probably be found in one of the stickys as there isn't and you can't then just like the rest of us you will have to wait.
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Soo M8, here is the link for flash & unlock bootloader for sony Ericcson phones .. http://www.omnius-server.com/
i personaly use it for unlock my xperia play witch was locked in Three network in austria
polash said:
Soo M8, here is the link for flash & unlock bootloader for sony Ericcson phones .. http://www.omnius-server.com/
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Wow, I've been a member here for over three years, I've had an X10 an Arc a Ray and now an Z and I've never heard of Omnius before. Please tell me how that or any other such service is going to unlock unlockable devices.
XperienceD said:
Wow, I've been a member here for over three years, I've had an X10 an Arc a Ray and now an Z and I've never heard of Omnius before. Please tell me how that or any other such service is going to unlock unlockable devices.
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M8 I am realy suprissed , i think there are more service like this,, but right now i am serching for my xperia Z (not yet any luck).
polash said:
but right now i am serching for my xperia Z (not yet any luck).
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It's pointless searching because there isn't one.
XperienceD said:
It's pointless searching because there isn't one.
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M8, do know any CM 10.1 rom for locked bootloder . . .
polash said:
M8, do know any CM 10.1 rom for locked bootloder . . .
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Without an unlocked bootloader you can't use custom kernels which in turn means you can't use such ROMs I'm afraid.

[Q] Simlock unlock Xperia Z1

Hi,
is there a way to unlock the simlock of a Sony Xperia Z1? I've already read about unlock,io, sim-unlock.net, worldgsmcodes.com, with the first beeing the cheapest at € 29, which I find quite expensive... Does anyone know of a cheaper method?
alpenyodl said:
Hi,
is there a way to unlock the simlock of a Sony Xperia Z1? I've already read about unlock,io, sim-unlock.net, worldgsmcodes.com, with the first beeing the cheapest at € 29, which I find quite expensive... Does anyone know of a cheaper method?
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Sim unlocking is not something that XDA developers deal with as in some countries it is illegal.
alpenyodl said:
Hi,
is there a way to unlock the simlock of a Sony Xperia Z1? I've already read about unlock,io, sim-unlock.net, worldgsmcodes.com, with the first beeing the cheapest at € 29, which I find quite expensive... Does anyone know of a cheaper method?
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I found, in my town, in Croatia same thing (they order lock code online) - order number online and that's the best solution.
But first, check is your phone "unlockable".
Sent from my Z1
gregbradley said:
Sim unlocking is not something that XDA developers deal with as in some countries it is illegal.
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I haven't been aware of this, however, in my country it is perfectly legal.
funky0308 said:
But first, check is your phone "unlockable".
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thanks funky for the tip, tried the *#*#7378423#*#* code and the counter shows 5 so it should work.
Bootloader unlocking is not the same as sim unlocking
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alpenyodl said:
I haven't been aware of this, however, in my country it is perfectly legal.
thanks funky for the tip, tried the *#*#7378423#*#* code and the counter shows 5 so it should work.
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Then you can unlock it without any problems....
You have device like me - 5 chance to unlock
After unlocking my device is working without any probs, like it should.
Easiest way to unlock device.
Sent from my Z1
I found this website for unlocking.
https://www.safeunlockcode.com/sony-ericsson/unlock-xperia-z1
Is it safe?
Thanks.
Simlock Z1
I have got Z1 .. simlocked, failed with all 5 chances to unlock with code. ( Bootloader unlocking is YES)
What can be done now ?
is there any option left for me ?
can anybody please help with this step by step?
now as far as i read in XDA threads.. it need to be rooted first ..bootloader unlock and then flash any custom ROM
kaushalkavekar said:
I have got Z1 .. simlocked, failed with all 5 chances to unlock with code. ( Bootloader unlocking is YES)
What can be done now ?
is there any option left for me ?
can anybody please help with this step by step?
now as far as i read in XDA threads.. it need to be rooted first ..bootloader unlock and then flash any custom ROM
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Being an ex at&t CSR agent, I was told my tech reps that once you use all unlock attempts and fail then you're screwed big time. Only way is to call sony CS.
Simlock Z1
ruinkhan said:
Being an ex at&t CSR agent, I was told my tech reps that once you use all unlock attempts and fail then you're screwed big time. Only way is to call sony CS.
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so there is no way out ?? this phone bought in UK and now its in India... is there any way out ?
How did you fail all your attempts?
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I unlock the simlock of my Z1 by using http://sim-unlock.net/ and it worked. :fingers-crossed:
Has someone find out a way to unblock sim card using .apk or computer program?
Don_Perrignon said:
How did you fail all your attempts?
Sent from my C6916 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Someone know about this?
When you click the link to download the file there's some comments about the program, I don't got the file to download because that stupids offers/survey to complete.
Can someone check this out to see if is true?
The video:
https://youtu.be/2zKXfO9DC7E
link to download:
http://filepixy.com/so101
The easiest way to unlock a phone for free is by downloading a generic version for your phone. Search for ex "Xperia z3 4.4.4 generic" download a filé and Flash to your phone using a flashtool
loppanjo said:
The easiest way to unlock a phone for free is by downloading a generic version for your phone. Search for ex "Xperia z3 4.4.4 generic" download a filé and Flash to your phone using a flashtool
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That won't unlock it to work on another network that only removes bloatware. You need something called a pac code from the network it is currently on
D2303 5.1 deodexed z2 port+z5+X apps+themes, be,xr,sv,ad,XZRt2urecovery,xposed,z5 cam2.0,xLOUD,S-Force,viperaudio+more
Is there any way to unlock Z1 compact for free with some tool or something ?

Not Recognized Simlock Certificate Help

Hello I have this message after using s1tool, is there any other way of unlocking bootloader? how much does it cost to buy credits? Really bored of just using stock kernal, wanna try other kernals and non-stock roms...
Gregorio99 said:
Hello I have this message after using s1tool, is there any other way of unlocking bootloader? how much does it cost to buy credits? Really bored of just using stock kernal, wanna try other kernals and non-stock roms...
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What is the manufacturing date of your X8?
TheScriptKitty said:
What is the manufacturing date of your X8?
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10W40
But I also heard that August on how to make
Unlock Not Recognized Certificate cracking the boot then we can not have coverage or simi card will not read the phone.
Gregorio99 said:
10W40
But I also heard that August on how to make
Unlock Not Recognized Certificate cracking the boot then we can not have coverage or simi card will not read the phone.
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Use FlashTool and this tutorial:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2043491
[quote name="Gregorio99" post=51006212] Use FlashTool and this tutorial:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2043491
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Not Really an in-depth tutorial. Op would be better off reading Spyder's thread (links are outdated but tackles the not recogized simlock issue). Op can unlock the bl. The issue is the possibility of losing signal when he does. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=17378137
hi
Gregorio99 said:
Hello I have this message after using s1tool, is there any other way of unlocking bootloader? how much does it cost to buy credits? Really bored of just using stock kernal, wanna try other kernals and non-stock roms...
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hi i can unlock it contact me on gtalk [email protected]
kks111 said:
hi i can unlock it contact me on gtalk [email protected]
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As described in many forums Tables of S1 tool check if the phone can unlock or not you're Englishman because I'm Pole and I write a little bit of google translat.mail sent
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kks111 waited for you yesterday as you told me but the zero response from you I know that it is time difference and a big but you promised you'd help me write something on google hangouts'll be waiting to hear from you have enabled communicator
Welcome back!
I have a problem or you would not be able to unlock Bootlader again because something went wrong, as I wrote you checked the S1 tool and should be small letter ra is not as big R is large or Bootlader not properly złamany.Teraz I can only remain servicing 4SEtool and nothing more as he could, another program I would not bother your head and no one android forum does not have 4SEtool so I would ask you for help again with this unlocking the BL and I would be grateful to know also that you have your job with the site but I would ask with the answer that any
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hi
Gregorio99 said:
I do not recommend using the services of kks111
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ya correct not recommended for people looking for free solutions.... i purchased 4setool .... i cannot do service for free...

[Q] Xperia Z1 C6903 Vodaphone, Bootloader unlock : not allowed. How to ?

Dear All,
First i thank you for you huge contribution to human needs in this planet ! You Rock dear community.
I'm more a reader than a contributor in most forums, i usually find the answers only by searching other people posts, but this time i couldn't find an answer .
I have an Xperia Z1 C6903, Vodaphone (i guess from spain), running Kitkat 4.4.2 with latest firmware 14.3.A.0.757.
I was trying to root it, i red practically all the methods here in the forums & elsewhere, and there was always one step that i couldn't bypass : UNLOCKING THE BOOTLOADER.
I took my code from Sony website, i tried many methods in vain. In my Phone it shows of course : Bootloader unlocking allowed : NO
My question is very simple : Is there on earth (even on other planets i can take the trip) any method to unlock my bootloader ?
Thanking you All in advance, and apologizing if this question is already answered in another topic, i really couldn't find it.
Awaiting your Help Dear Community.
Best Regards,
NO! There is no way to unlock it, there is no way around. Sony will generate the Code from your IMEI anyway but if will not work. Do not even try on Earth to find a way because there is not.
There is absolutely no need to unlock the bootloader in order to root.
Which is good news for you because you cannot unlock anyway.
In order to get root on the latest firmware then you just need to follow the link in my signature
gregbradley said:
There is absolutely no need to unlock the bootloader in order to root.
Which is good news for you because you cannot unlock anyway.
In order to get root on the latest firmware then you just need to follow the link in my signature
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Thanks All for your quick responses !
@gregbradley, excuse my question, but have you done this before on unlocked Z1 ? i mean will have full access to my phone ? (Install Super user, Titanium backup ... etc etc )
Thnaks Again.
once or twice
Just follow the 3 steps in the link
There is no need to unlock the bootloader, no need to backup TA partition (You only do that id you are unlocking the bootloader anyway), no need to use any dodgy rooting methods (Like Vroot etc)
Flash a 534 FTF
Install dual recovery
Flash a pre rooted rom
Takes about 10 minutes
gregbradley said:
once or twice
Just follow the 3 steps in the link
There is no need to unlock the bootloader, no need to backup TA partition (You only do that id you are unlocking the bootloader anyway), no need to use any dodgy rooting methods (Like Vroot etc)
Flash a 534 FTF
Install dual recovery
Flash a pre rooted rom
Takes about 10 minutes
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Thanks Again,
I'll do it once home. I'll keep you posted with the results.
Cheers !
815
sky.watsher said:
Thanks Again,
I'll do it once home. I'll keep you posted with the results.
Cheers !
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Dear gregbradley,
can you please give me more informations about step 3 ? i couldnt find threads with [pre rooted] title, which developpment section , the genral one ? or the Z1 ?
Thanks in Advance.
sky.watsher said:
can you please give me more informations about step 3 ? i couldnt find threads with [pre rooted] title, which developpment section , the genral one ? or the Z1 ?
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Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711982
Start from line How to update to 14.3.A.0.757...
eclyptos said:
Here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711982
Start from line How to update to 14.3.A.0.757...
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Hello Again,
Done ! The method worked for me, my Z1 is fully rooted now even with my locked bootloader ! Thanks again
Only, and for those reading this post, specially Xperia Z1 C6903 owners, for step one you have to pick a specific FTF file and not any FTF ending with 534, The only one working (and gaining you Root access later on the process) is FW 14.1.G.1.534
Although you are on a recent FW, don't worry, after accomplishing the other steps, you will be back to the latest one.
N.B i tried many of the FTF ending with 534, but it didn't work except for FW 14.1.G.1.534
Cheers.
sky.watsher said:
Thanks again
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Remember to hit it.
does a C6903 have a unlockable bootloader?
xdarkmario said:
does a C6903 have a unlockable bootloader?
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Yes.
are C6902 also have unlockable BL?
xdarkmario said:
are C6902 also have unlockable BL?
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Yup
Enviado de meu C6903 usando Tapatalk
Thanks for that info guys

[Q] Xperia z is slow as hell

I guys i have my xperia z rooted and on official 4.4 but it is so slow i cant even play with the device , using an ipod now.
Pls help me , it has a unlockable bootloader and i cant find roms that are not based on sony skin.
I just want some nice person to post i the comment "ALL" i have to do to install custom recovery and a blazing fast rom (u choose) .
Help me and thank u
wazowpt said:
I guys i have my xperia z rooted and on official 4.4 but it is so slow i cant even play with the device , using an ipod now.
Pls help me , it has a unlockable bootloader and i cant find roms that are not based on sony skin.
I just want some nice person to post i the comment "ALL" i have to do to install custom recovery and a blazing fast rom (u choose) .
Help me and thank u
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I didnt tried any custom rom
I flashed only stock based ones THEY ARE GREAT AND THE ONE I USE IS FAST! But not "BLAZING fast" as you say
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk
wazowpt said:
I guys i have my xperia z rooted and on official 4.4 but it is so slow i cant even play with the device , using an ipod now.
Pls help me , it has a unlockable bootloader and i cant find roms that are not based on sony skin.
I just want some nice person to post i the comment "ALL" i have to do to install custom recovery and a blazing fast rom (u choose) .
Help me and thank u
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you can give existenz or moonwalker superb v2 as both are based on stock roms
androidtweaker1 said:
you can give existenz or moonwalker superb v2 as both are based on stock roms
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but i dont want stock based roms , is there any?
wazowpt said:
but i dont want stock based roms , is there any?
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You will have to unlock bootloader for tht which will void warrant y
androidtweaker1 said:
You will have to unlock bootloader for tht which will void warrant y
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but my phone in "secret" settings says the bootloader is unlockable, can i unlock it anyway?
wazowpt said:
but my phone in "secret" settings says the bootloader is unlockable, can i unlock it anyway?
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Yes
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk
wazowpt said:
but my phone in "secret" settings says the bootloader is unlockable, can i unlock it anyway?
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yes, the boot loader can be unlocked.
wazowpt said:
but i dont want stock based roms , is there any?
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Surely flashing any of the stock based ROMs that the guys have recommended is better than having a phone thats not working as well as it should.. and from my understanding if bootloader un-lock is not allowed then you can not unlock it...
Good luck !!
so i unlock it or not? give a me the right aswer pls
wazowpt said:
so i unlock it or not? give a me the right aswer pls
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Por favor....
androidtweaker1 said:
yes, the boot loader can be unlocked.
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Just don't forget to back up your TA partition first!
You probably don't know what it is, so search for that first, before even attempting to unlock your bootloader.
Dsteppa said:
Por favor....
Just don't forget to back up your TA partition first!
You probably don't know what it is, so search for that first, before even attempting to unlock your bootloader.
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I have a Bl unlocked phone I had backed up TA before unlocking.
And I know the importance of TA had done research before unlocking my phones bl
Please don't assume.
androidtweaker1 said:
I have a Bl unlocked phone I had backed up TA before unlocking.
And I know the importance of TA had done research before unlocking my phones bl
Please don't assume.
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I think he was talking to OP...
wazowpt said:
so i unlock it or not? give a me the right aswer pls
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If you go into service menu (*#*#7378423#*#*)
Configuration...
Rooting status...Bootloader unlock allowed...
If it says NO .. then you are unable to unlock it..
If yes then you`re good to go...but please do plenty of research before you attempt to unlock...could save you a lot of hassle ..
Once again, Good luck!!
Onmehedson said:
I think he was talking to OP...
If you go into service menu (*#*#7378423#*#*)
Configuration...
Rooting status...Bootloader unlock allowed...
If it says NO .. then you are unable to unlock it..
If yes then you`re good to go...but please do plenty of research before you attempt to unlock...could save you a lot of hassle ..
Once again, Good luck!!
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its says no , i had already said that , but there are any non-based sony skins roms to install on locked bootloader?
androidtweaker1 said:
I have a Bl unlocked phone I had backed up TA before unlocking.
And I know the importance of TA had done research before unlocking my phones bl
Please don't assume.
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You didn't ask a question so I wasn't talking to you......
He was asking for a clear answer while you gave him that already, hence the quote. Not really rocket science.
Onmehedson said:
I think he was talking to OP...
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Thank you.
wazowpt said:
so i unlock it or not? give a me the right aswer pls
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it is upto YOU whether you unlock the boot loader and put on a custom 4.4 rom, nobody can give you the answer
but if it says no on the dialer settings then it's impossible right? or is still possible?
Onmehedson said:
If you go into service menu (*#*#7378423#*#*)
Configuration...
Rooting status...Bootloader unlock allowed...
If it says NO .. then you are unable to unlock it..
If yes then you`re good to go...but please do plenty of research before you attempt to unlock...could save you a lot of hassle ..
Once again, Good luck!!
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Please read above..
Dsteppa said:
Thank you.
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No problem buddy ...

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