Hi All,
I recently used Flashtool to flash an Xperia T phone, with the Android 4.3 software (LT30p_9.2.A.1.199_Generic UK.ftf). I used the default settings, and the flashing itself was OK.
However, after switching the phone on, I realized that the sim was locked and I got the usual screen with the request for the authentication code etc.
Is it possible that the flashing destroyed phone simlock settings?
I tried to flash another Android version as well, with the same result.
Unfortunately, I haven't made any backups before the procedure (shame on me!).
Is it possible to unblock the simcard now (given the fact, that it used to work fine before)?
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Hi all.
My wife has an Orange branded Samsung Galaxy-S and she was complaining about the lag she was having. After applying the One Click Lag Fix she wasn't too satisfied so I decided to look into updating it to one of the Beta Froyo ROM's and found the following guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769400 (I now know this isn't the latest version of 2.2 for the Galaxy-S and that the guide is old!)
I first attempted to do so via KIES which left me in a Force close loop of Touchwiz and other apps so I then flashed via ODIN which was successful except my wife's Galaxy wasn't accepting her Orange sim as the simlock had changed.
I then looked into my efs folder to find that my nv_data.bin and the backup were recent (I assume this is because of the two flashes, KIES and ODIN) and my original data.bin is lost.
The only thing holding me back now is the unlock code (it was unlocked before) and for some reason I can't generate an unlock code as it is now.
When I replace the older nv_data with the newer one the phone reboots but with a generic IMEI but no simlock. When I use the older one, the phone has the correct IMEI but the sim lock is present.
Is there any way around this at all? Would a paid IMEI unlock code be possible to get around the sim lock? I'm not sure if such a thing even exists.
Any and all help appreciated.
More info:
http://www.chazclout.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/files.png <--File backup
http://www.chazclout.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/2010-09-22-04.53.17.jpg <-- Version flashed
http://www.chazclout.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/2010-09-22-04.54.03-Copy.jpg <-- Status
http://www.chazclout.co.uk/wp-content/uploads/2010/09/2010-09-22-04.55.33.jpg <--Unlock screen (Boo!)
Apologies if this is too similar to this thread. That does sound like the same issue as I am having.
More info: According to SGS Toolbox, my current nv_data.bin has a product code I9000HKDORA which I believe is the correct one for an Orange branded handset. Does this mean this could be my original nv_data.bin?
Did you try this? (FAQ: nummber 7)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769400
gnusmass said:
Did you try this? (FAQ: nummber 7)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=769400
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I did try that first of all and that's when I lost my IMEI number.
I've now turned on my wifes Galaxy with my Orange sim in it and it seems to be recieving texts. MY sim works fine in my old SonyEricsson phone (calls and SMS) but the Galaxy won't do anything as it keeps asking for an unlock code.
Thanks for the reply!
Hello,
I recently purchased an i9305T 2nd hand but I am continually getting network errors with my Vaya (Optus) Sim.
I have not been able to get mobile data to work at all, using various configurations.
I have tried flashing a custom rom (CM Nightlies) and flashed various modem packages but still the same problem. I can send & receive texts and calls for a few mins, but then it comes up with network unavailable and nothing will work.
I'm not sure if the phone is locked, and at one point I figured it was locked so I purchased an unlock code but I can't use it as I am unable to use ANY USSD codes (I have tried heaps) except for the one to check my IMEI (Which is fine).
PLEASE HELP ME!!
Thanks,
try flashing THIS
is a Modem/Radio for your contry(Australia)...if this doesn't work try flashing the firmware for your contry(get it from samfirmware.com)...
if even this doesn't solve your problem it means it's a hardware problem...not software..
Hi All,
I've trawled through this forum for quite a while and haven't yet found any answers or similar cases to the issue I'm currently having. Here's a summary of where I am at the moment with my i9305 LTE:
- Got a i9305 locked to EE.
- When EE quoted £20+ and 10-20 days for unlock I started looking at altenatives.
- For one of the alternatives, I flashed to get root and I believe I lost my IMEI. I didn't have an efs backup and was unable to restore via stock flashing.
- Luckily, I had a screenshot of my settings so I re-wrote my IMEI using QPST.
- Decided to go for the legit unlock this time so called EE and paid for the unlock code.
- Pre-root, when I put in my unsupported SIM I would get a prompt for an unlock code, but that doesn't have anymore. While waiting for the EE code, I found that when I inserted the unsupported SIM, I would sometimes be able to connect in very specific locations (e.g. certain places outside the house). Wi-Fi works perfectly.
- When the unlock code came, I attempted to enter it by getting to the prompt using "#7465625*638*#". Although, when I enter the code here, it does not accept it (I have an unlock and an unfreeze code, neither work).
- I have trialed the SIM in various other phones and have had no problems with signal at all, the problems arise when I place the SIM in the i9305.
- I have tried changing the modem, so far no luck...
No idea how to go about fixing this... At the moment I can't use it as a phone.
Here is some more info:
Samsung GT-I9305
Nameless Rom 5.0.2
Baseband: I9305XXBLL3
Android Version: 5.0.2
- Should I keep trying different Modems?
- I've tried to verify whether phone is locked or unlocked, but *#7465625# doesn't work, do you know any other ways that I can diagnose sim lock status?
- Will different ROMs or kernels help?
Thanks for any help!
-- UPDATE --
Have flashed back to stock 4.1.1.
I attempted to sim unlock via the *#197328640# approach, but wasn't able to get it to work...
My current next hope is to try and restore my i9305 to the point where it asks for a code to unlock upon entering a new SIM again... Would really appreciate any help, Thanks!
I've still not been able to fix, but will update when I do in case it helps anyone else :good:
Hello everybody!
I flashed a lot of phones, however I am struggling with this Note 5 N920T a bit. Bought this mobo from Chinese reseller, looks like everything is working okay, however if I want to update the software, it reminds me that ROM was changed and I need it to flash it over cable. I am perfectly aware of ODIN, however the board is unlocked now for all the networks globally.
I tried to check the T-Mobile Device Unlock App, however tapping on a "Permanent unlock" option brings me message "Unlock failed" - try to reboot and try again.
So, questions!
1. I downloaded the Nougat original ROM for T-Mobile USA and generic ROM. Would you say that the device unlock will remain after flashing? I would try the T-Mobile firstly, if that will work, I´ll try the generic one. I assume it will be working again...but that sim unlock...will it last?
I wanted to do full backup, however the board is not rooted so I rather asked the reseller for sending me the ROM file that is actually in the phone (currently waiting for it)...and just roaming around about possibilities.
Thanks for any help in forward guys, you´re the best!
The unlock was probably done through third party software or a EFS method.
You can forget about the Device Unlock app from now on. It will remain unlocked as long as you don't rebuild the NV data.
That means that you can flash the T-Mobile firmware on it, or you can flash any other available custom ROM that can work on it.
The update error is probably appearing due to an unofficial system status.
Go to Settings>About device> Device status and make sure it says official.
If it says "Custom" then you have your answer. If it says "Official" already it's good to be flashed with the software of your choice. Is up to you!
Hi,
I am not used to flashing or other things regarding smartphones. So I flashed current LineageOS on my Xperia Z3+ and it worked well. But after encrypting it, the network is not found and the SIM cannot be unlocked (it asks for PIN though). What might be the cause and what could I do to unlock the phone or to repair the modem, because I think its something with the modem. Help is much appreciated.