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Unable to unlock N6 bootloader (Android 6.0.1 Build MMB29X) [resolved]

Hi,
I am unable to unlock the bootloader on my Nexus 6, which was purchased new from Amazon.com. Or more accurately, I can issue the fastboot flashing unlock command without error, but my phone still says LOCKED and screen is frozen for 60 seconds.
I have followed the various HOWTOs on this website to the best of my ability:
1. Installed latest Android SDK tools(25.1.4.rc1), Platform-tools (24rc2) & Java8. I originally installed with the 23.1 platform-tools but then moved to the preview channel release when I had no luck.
2. USB debugging and OEM unlocking are both ON
3. Both "adb device" and "fastboot device" show my phone's serial number when in their respective modes, so I know communication is good between my laptop and phone.
How to replicate problem:
a. With my phone connected, I first issued "adb reboot bootloader". My phone then sucessfully changes to the AP Fastboot Flash Mode (Secure) screen. Beneath the green BATTERY OK (Charging) are the lines
Device is LOCKED. Status Code: 2
Transfer Mode: USB Connected
b. I then type "fastboot flashing unlock" and the output is
...
OKAY [ 0.016s]
finished. total time: 0.016s
However my phone does not ask me if I want to unlock. In fact, the screen then appears to be frozen -- pressing the volume up and down buttons does not change the power button selection menu. If I try to issue any other fastboot command, it says FAILED (command write failed (Unknown error)) finished. total time: 5.017s
The screen is frozen for 60 seconds. After that, the bootloader screen is once again functional (I can change menu options again) and I can issue new fastboot commands, such as 'fastboot reboot'
However, the device still says LOCKED and will refreeze for 60 seconds if I type 'fastboot flashing unlock'
Any suggestions would be appreciated!
Thank you.

type fastboot oem unlock to unlock your bootloader, then follow instruction. But beware, this will wipe your device

TMG1961 said:
type fastboot oem unlock to unlock your bootloader, then follow instruction. But beware, this will wipe your device
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In newer versions of fastboot, the command is fastboot flashing unlock, not OEM unlock.
Code:
$ ./fastboot
usage: fastboot [ <option> ] <command>
commands:
update <filename> Reflash device from update.zip.
flashall Flash boot, system, vendor, and --
if found -- recovery.
flash <partition> [ <filename> ] Write a file to a flash partition.
flashing lock Locks the device. Prevents flashing.
flashing unlock Unlocks the device. Allows flashing
any partition except
bootloader-related partitions.

@webtrader,
@TMG1961 was trying to help you. Have you tried his recommendation before replying?

cam30era said:
@webtrader,
@TMG1961 was trying to help you. Have you tried his recommendation before replying?
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No, I had not. I tried using fastboot oem unlock on an older version of the SDK toolkit and that had failed, but I had not tried using oem unlock again on the latest version, having noticed that "oem unlock" was no longer listed as an option.
I just tried it now on the latest SDK toolkit and it does indeed work for me. :good:
Thank you to the both of you for helping me out!

webtrader said:
No, I had not. I tried using fastboot oem unlock on an older version of the SDK toolkit and that had failed, but I had not tried using oem unlock again on the latest version, having noticed that "oem unlock" was no longer listed as an option.
I just tried it now on the latest SDK toolkit and it does indeed work for me. :good:
Thank you to the both of you for helping me out!
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Welcome

i do believe the "fastboot flashing unlock" is for when a manufacture issues a binary token kinda of like how HTC does it. If the Nexus or any phone that is not carrier branded, "fastboot oem unlock" will be the command to pass.

FRP unlock

Is there any way to unlock frp from the fastboot if the bootloader is unlocked and the device is bricked.
Already tried : fastboot oem relock xxxxx
Returns : command not allowed
I am on stock recovery and the device is bricked right now.
Help needed!Many thanks!

frp unlock

Is there any way to unlock frp from the fastboot if the bootloader is unlocked and the device is bricked.
Already tried : fastboot oem relock xxxxx
Returns : command not allowed
I am on stock recovery and the device is bricked right now.
Help needed!Many thanks!

"FAILED (remote: unknown command)" trying to unlock bootloader

Hello, I'm trying to follow This guide and This one to unlock the bootloader with no luck.
This is what I get:
Code:
C:\Minimal ADB and Fastboot>fastboot devices
ZY322MF6XP fastboot
C:\Minimal ADB and Fastboot>fastboot oem get_unlock_data
...
FAILED (remote: unknown command)
finished. total time: 0.000s
I updated drivers and adb and fastboot with no luck.
Any help?
Edit: I have a Moto G6 Plus in RETLA channel with the march security patch.

I'd double check that Allow OEM Unlock in dev options is actually on

ZeroPoke said:
I'd double check that Allow OEM Unlock in dev options is actually on
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Tried it with it on and off twice!

Angelelz said:
Tried it with it on and off twice!
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Same thing happened to me. When you get your unique identifier find an online generator and then paste that into the Motorola website, worked for me.

H0LT3R said:
Same thing happened to me. When you get your unique identifier find an online generator and then paste that into the Motorola website, worked for me.
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Yeah, can't get the unique identifier though, that particular command is not working for me. Anyone have any idea why?

Hi,
For Working this command "Fastboot oem get_unlock_data"
First you need to remove or delete your phone's SCREEN LOCKS like your fingerprint, face-unlock, pattern or password etc... And keep on NONE option in lock screen. After all above procedure done than, You run that commend "Fastboot oem get_unlock_data". After runing thant command, You will not get "FAILED (remote: unknown command)"
It will work 200%.

PRUTHVIRAJ S VASUDEV said:
It will work 200%.
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no. it doesnt.

It depends on your fastboot version. Please check "fastboot --version" and post it here.
---------- Post added at 03:49 AM ---------- Previous post was at 03:44 AM ----------
...or try "fastboot oem help". This option will show you whether this command is available.

hi!
i have same problem.
product: Lenovo TB-7504x
fastboot getvar info:
warranty: yes
unlocked: no
secure: yes
kernel: lk
product: WT98997_LTEROW
version-preloader: 0.1.00
version: 0.5
PS: Allow OEM Unlock in developer options is actually on

Also having this issue trying to root my LG G6; I successfully set up adb, fastboot, and started up into bootloader, but it keeps returning the failed/unknown command error when I try to do any further steps. "fastboot devices" shows up correctly but "fastboot oem device-info", device-id, "fastboot flash recovery twrp.img", all keep failing

renforrest-EX said:
Also having this issue trying to root my LG G6; I successfully set up adb, fastboot, and started up into bootloader, but it keeps returning the failed/unknown command error when I try to do any further steps. "fastboot devices" shows up correctly but "fastboot oem device-info", device-id, "fastboot flash recovery twrp.img", all keep failing
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same

Did you try another USB port? Some users reported that USB 3.0 did not work but 2.0.

I would be willing to bet this is happening on devices that are not allowed to be unlocked. Like those purchased from a phone company.

its been a week since i'm trying on my htc 10, but getting the same error, i tried,
- delete the drivers and re-install
- delete sync manager
- enabled debug & oem unlock
- done reset factory for the phone
- change USB ports and cables
- tried 3 latops
nothing works, sometimes i'll just the error "waiting for any phone" and other times "FAILED (remote: unknown command)"

Angelelz said:
Hello, I'm trying to follow This guide and This one to unlock the bootloader with no luck.
FAILED (remote: unknown command)
finished. total time: 0.000s[/CODE]
I updated drivers and adb and fastboot with no luck.
Try fastboot oem unlock first, then fastboot oem get_unlock_data
Any help?
Edit: I have a Moto G6 Plus in RETLA channel with the march security patch.
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Try fastboot oem unlock first then fastboot oem get_unlock_data

I'm following a tutorial and obviously got stuck and the very same step as you did. And presumably you are following a tutorial, too.
1. Go to Security Settings and remove device lock (PIN, fingerprint, whatever you are using) and set it to NONE.
2. Go to Developer Settings and Unlock Bootloader. (If you skip step 1., you'll be asked to unlock your device here, but find that the Unlocking failed afterwards. Hence, go to step 1. and remove the lock first.)
3. fastboot oem unlock
Done. (Bootloader is unlocked now. Confirm via boot to fastboot mode (Volume down + Power button))
fastboot oem get_unlock_data is probably removed (deprecated) and maybe you don't even need a key from the manufacturer to unlock anymore.

gelignite said:
maybe you don't even need a key from the manufacturer to unlock anymore.
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You still need a key to unlock the bootloader for the first time! When it's locked with status "flashing_locked" you don't need a key for it.
Is it a brand new device...?

WoKoschekk said:
You still need a key to unlock the bootloader for the first time! When it's locked with status "flashing_locked" you don't need a key for it.
Is it a brand new device...?
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If that question refers to my post: I have a Moto E4 (XT1762). Bought it like half a year ago to tinker around with. I started it, ran all updates available and set a device lock (here: PIN).
Today I finally found the time to get started with lineageos and followed the guide at: rootmygalaxy.net (download-and-install-lineage-os-16-on-motorola-moto-e4-android-9-0-pie)
I got stuck at the error the OP had. (This lead me here.)
In my case I got past the error by doing the steps mentioned in my first post, i.e.
1. started the device (normal boot) and got rid of the device lock (PIN in my case), enabled USB debugging, enabled bootloader unlocking
2. powered off the device and started it again in fast boot mode (volume down + power button)
3. On computer / in terminal: fastboot oem unlock (without any key from the manufacturer)
The device showed a confirmation dialog. (Volume up: Yes, Volume down: No)
Code:
[email protected]:~/downloads/lineageos/Android_SDK_platform_tools/platform-tools$ ./fastboot oem unlock
(bootloader) Start unlock flow
OKAY [ 9.657s]
Finished. Total time: 9.667s
Now in fast boot screen I see Device Status: unlocked
I just wanted to share my experiences from today's struggles and maybe it'll help the OP.

gelignite said:
If that question refers to my post: I have a Moto E4 (XT1762). Bought it like half a year ago to tinker around with. I started it, ran all updates available and set a device lock (here: PIN).
Today I finally found the time to get started with lineageos and followed the guide at: rootmygalaxy.net (download-and-install-lineage-os-16-on-motorola-moto-e4-android-9-0-pie)
I got stuck at the error the OP had. (This lead me here.)
In my case I got past the error by doing the steps mentioned in my first post, i.e.
1. started the device (normal boot) and got rid of the device lock (PIN in my case), enabled USB debugging, enabled bootloader unlocking
2. powered off the device and started it again in fast boot mode (volume down + power button)
3. On computer / in terminal: fastboot oem unlock (without any key from the manufacturer)
The device showed a confirmation dialog. (Volume up: Yes, Volume down: No)
Code:
[email protected]:~/downloads/lineageos/Android_SDK_platform_tools/platform-tools$ ./fastboot oem unlock
(bootloader) Start unlock flow
OKAY [ 9.657s]
Finished. Total time: 9.667s
Now in fast boot screen I see Device Status: unlocked
I just wanted to share my experiences from today's struggles and maybe it'll help the OP.
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Moto E4 is a developer's device without a locked bootloader. I thought you were talking about a Moto G6.

Baronstragen said:
Try fastboot oem unlock first then fastboot oem get_unlock_data
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fastboot oem unlock worked for me

Xiaomi Mi8 bricked by locking bootloader after running Lineage OS

After having problems restoring my Lineage OS (TWRP Restore), I found a guide that recommended to do a "fastboot flashing lock" and "fastboot flashing unlock" to delete the data partition. In a fit of mental derangement I did exactly did that. Well, at least the the first part. Stupid move - really. Now I'm stuck with a locked bootloader. I can't unlock it via fastboot commands:
c:\fastboot flashing unlock
FAILED (remote: 'Token Verify Failed, Reboot the device
')
fastboot: error: Command failed
Same results for "fastboot oem unlock".
Fyi:
c:\fastboot oem device-info
(bootloader) Verity mode: true
(bootloader) Device unlocked: false
(bootloader) Device critical unlocked: false
(bootloader) Charger screen enabled: false
The Mi Unlock tool gives me a charming "Please add your account in MIUI's Settings > Developer options > Mi Unlock status." Which isn't possible because I had Lineage OS running and I can only get into Fastboot now. If I try to boot regularly the phone says "The system has been destroyed".
Well, I almost accepted that I have to dismantle the phone to get into EDL mode, but then I discovered hints that I might need some kind of authorization to update the phone via EDL mode. And a lot of shady offers to do exactly that ...
Did I brick my phone for good, or is there any hope to fix it?
Thanks a lot!

Hi, did you solved it?
If not, try to ut the phone in fastboot mode, then download exactly stock firmware (global, india, china,...etc) version for this phone, then flash it via Miflash.