Hi,
I have a SIM unlock code but when I insert a new SIM it doesn't prompt for the unlock code.
I don't know if it has something to do with the fact that my phone asks for the language every reboot and it "covers" the unlock screen.
Is there a hidden menu or USSD code that I can use for type in my SIM unlock code?
Cheers
JD Evora
You installed a KK version and have wrong baseband, kernel or something else wrong. Nothing you can do about it except flashing correctly according to the guide here in the forum.
I flashed the custom KK rom and had the same problem. Only by following the guide on how to install KK with locked dual recovery and root very exact, I got it working.
I thought that I followed the guide step by step but I'll give it another try
Thank you
JDavi
Sent from my D5503 using xda app-developers app
I tried with the UK unbranded JB and KK without luck so far
jdevora said:
I thought that I followed the guide step by step but I'll give it another try
Thank you
JDavi
Sent from my D5503 using xda app-developers app
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> What about going into "Settings" -> "Security" -> "SIM card lock settings" -> is the "Lock SIM card" checkbox ticked?
> Did you tried it with any other SIM card? If yes, and SIM lock showed up after phone start, then there is something with your SIM.
> Did you tried your SIM card in any other phone? If yes, and SIM lock showed up, then there is probably something with your phone.
BTW: If phone detects SIM properly, then "setup guide" should show up only after first phone start.
Hi,
I don't have the "Sim card lock settings" in my Security menu.
but if I go to the "service Menu" - Service Info - Sim Lock y shows an X on "network" and a 5.
I think it means that it is locked and I have 5 unlock attempts.
BUT if I put a new SIM it doesn't recognize it and it doesn't prompt for an unlock code
Q u,z
Cheers
JD
pcpepik said:
> What about going into "Settings" -> "Security" -> "SIM card lock settings" -> is the "Lock SIM card" checkbox ticked?
> Did you tried it with any other SIM card? If yes, and SIM lock showed up after phone start, then there is something with your SIM.
> Did you tried your SIM card in any other phone? If yes, and SIM lock showed up, then there is probably something with your phone.
BTW: If phone detects SIM properly, then "setup guide" should show up only after first phone start.
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Try this? I did this to unlock a ZL (Jellybean) last night (not intentionally, this is just the order in which we happened to do it).
1) Put in correct SIM (a SIM that has the carrier in which the phone is locked to)
2) Do the initial setup stuff to get it out of the way (this is so it doesn't bother you with it again and again)
3) Power off, put in illegal SIM, power on. It should ask for unlock code without anything overlapping it.
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Hi guys,
A while back I tried to enter a sim unlock code with my T-Mobile sim card and this did not work. Now when I insert the SIM I just get an error MM#6 Not allowed. Is there any way I can get the screen/prompt to enter the SIM unlock again? I have tried a bunch of the *# numbers online but I have been unsuccessful in getting this screen to be displayed so I can enter a new SIM Unlock code. Thanks!
fredanthony said:
Hi guys,
A while back I tried to enter a sim unlock code with my T-Mobile sim card and this did not work. Now when I insert the SIM I just get an error MM#6 Not allowed. Is there any way I can get the screen/prompt to enter the SIM unlock again? I have tried a bunch of the *# numbers online but I have been unsuccessful in getting this screen to be displayed so I can enter a new SIM Unlock code. Thanks!
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Not that it would really matter, but the guys in the AT&T forum may be more able to assist in this since your device is the AT&T device. Also, what ROM are you using when you try to enter the code? I do believe you have to be on a TouchWiz (custom or stock) not AOSP to enter that menu.
re: network lock issue
fredanthony said:
Hi guys,
A while back I tried to enter a sim unlock code with my T-Mobile sim card and this did not work. Now when I insert the SIM I just get an error MM#6 Not allowed. Is there any way I can get the screen/prompt to enter the SIM unlock again? I have tried a bunch of the *# numbers online but I have been unsuccessful in getting this screen to be displayed so I can enter a new SIM Unlock code. Thanks!
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Try this, I am not sure that it will work but it will take you to the screen for network unlock
.Goto phone dailer, and enter *#27663368378# for the debug service menu.
In "ServiceMode", select [1] UMTS
In "UMTS MAIN MENU", select [1] DEBUG SCREEN
In "DEBUG SCREEN", select [6] PHONE CONTROL
In "PHONE CONTROL", select [6] NETWORK LOCK
Good luck!
Baseband/modem I747UCUFNJ2, stock 4.4.2 rooted. Phone from AT&T working ok with Claro Brazil (code unlocked) . After upgrading, lost IMEI. Flashed new modem and IMEI and IMEISV ok now. Checked IMEI number, is the same printed behind battery on phone. But now can not make calls. Got message 'No SIM card'. Ordered a Sim card tray, replaced it, but got same message. Phone has strong carrier signal. After reading a lot, I ordered a paid unlock code, but seller stated that code doesnt work in android 4.2.2. Even though, I tried to insert it once. (#@7465625*638*# - have to use it since phone doesnt ask for code at starting). As stated by seller, got message 'unlocked unsucessfull'. So now, what can I do to unlock the fone ? I have access to a hiden menu by dialing *#197328640# , but dont know how to use it. I have read a lot during this week. Did no find any helpfull information. Any help will be apreciated. Sorry for my bad english.
Sounds like the baseband and bootloader and too new for the ROM. You probably need to upgrade from stock 4.2.2 to stock 4.4.2 or flash a custom ROM based on a TW-kernel.
I edited/corrected my wrong information. The phone is on 4.4.2 stock already.
Try this:
Method 1:
Go to the dial screen and press #7465625*638*#
Once prompted for code, enter 8 digit Unlock Code.
Method 2:
Turn off your Samsung phone
Insert a non-accepted sim card (different from the original carrier) and turn your phone back on.
When prompted for the unlock code type the UNFREEZE code provided. If you are not prompted, go to your dial screen and type the UNFREEZE code, now press enter, send or call. You will receive an unsuccesfull message, don't worry.
Once the phone freeze is disabled, the Network lock or SP Lock screen will appear
For Network lock enter the UNLOCK code provided. For SP Lock enter the SERVICE PROVIDER code
Your phone is now fully unlocked!
If you get "unsuccessful" again then hit Dismiss button and type *2767*3855# on phone keypad and try this procedure again (CAUTION! This will reformat all your data!).
Method 3:
You can try this method without the sim card or with the original sim card
Type #7465625*638*CODE# (CODE is the Unlock Code)
Phone deactivated message means its unlocked
After having a great deal of trouble getting my phone unlocked I've decided to post a short how-to in the hopes that I'll save some people from the same aggravation.
This was on stock Samsung ROM, and of course your IMEI must be clean. You will also need an active SIM card from another GSM carrier that can do LTE/4G.
First, go to the AT&T Device Unlock Portal and go through the steps. I didn't enter my real name. It's an automated system that will email you the unlock code.
You should get an email from AT&T fairly soon. It will have a link to check the status. Follow the link and if the status is complete you'll be shown the unlock code for your phone. Write it down if you're viewing this from the phone.
Shutdown your phone, open it up, remove the battery, and AT&T SIM. Put non-AT&T SIM in, replace battery and close it up.
Boot your phone and you should be prompted to enter the unlock code.
If the code works, then it will take you to the home screen and in the status bar it should not say there's an invalid SIM.
If the code does not work, then hit dismiss and do the following:
Dial *#197328640#
Tap the following: [1] UMTS > [1] Debugging screen > [8] Phone Control > [6] NETWORK LOCK
Tap [2] Perso Sha256 ON, and wait about 30 seconds
Reboot the phone.
You should be prompted for the unlock code again. Enter it and it should work this time (you should not see an invalid SIM icon in the status bar).
I'm anything but a phone expert so if these steps did not work for you, then I probably cannot help you, sorry.
+1 handful of threads on this from YEARS ago. You are missing out that this won't work unless you're on stock AND your modem needs to be a jellybean based one IRRC
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34661189#post34661189
xBkKx said:
+1 handful of threads on this from YEARS ago. You are missing out that this won't work unless you're on stock AND your modem needs to be a jellybean based one IRRC
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34661189#post34661189
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What you linked was actually the very first thing I tried. However, the [4] NW Lock NV Data INITIALLIZ option was not there for me. It was RAT FREE SUPPORTING or something like that. The steps I posted were what worked for me.
I have been trying to unlock my LG tribute 2 phone, after multiple emails with the company (boostmobile), they finally gave me the code, which appears to be an MSL code (6 digits), the problem is, when I insert my unaccepted sim card, the phone doesn't prompt me to do anything, the screen says invalid sim, an icon with sim card with (!) in the top right corner.
After searching online, I found this code on this site: ##3424# , I dialed it in, then entered the code Boostmobile gave me, it then open a screen the turns "DIAG" mode on and off.
that's it, but the sim card is still locked.
how can I get the phone to prompt for inserting the unlock code?
and let me know if I asked my question in the right section
Have you tried ##3282# menu
demonaxe said:
Have you tried ##3282# menu
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This opened up a menu titled "Data", with a bunch of rows : data profile, EVDO, LTE, eHRPD, APN Settings, ItsOn, DSS, Browser, MMSC, Multimedia, Advanced.
not sure If this menu has anything to do with unlocking the the sim card. do you know more sprint codes that I can try?
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This opened up a menu titled "Data", with a bunch of rows : data profile, EVDO, LTE, eHRPD, APN Settings, ItsOn, DSS, Browser, MMSC, Multimedia, Advanced.
not sure If this menu has anything to do with unlocking the the sim card. do you know more sprint codes that I can try?
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You might have to unlock the bootloader to change the sprint settings
demonaxe said:
You might have to unlock the bootloader to change the sprint settings
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Any Idea how to do that, and the likelihood of success?
does anyone know a code to reveal the simlock menu?
I guess no one cares to answer, where is the proper place to get ask this question?
Hey all! I have an almost brand-new LG Rebel 4, LML212VL. It has a Qualcomm Snapdragon 425 (MSM8917) SoC. I'm looking to root it. I don't have any other device that I can use, only the phone. Any help is appreciated. I've looked at this thread, but when I install poot and run it, it simply says "Invalid Qt version" and closes. I don't have any computer. Thank you!
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anything?
kel5isgod said:
anything?
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I have the same model phone. If I find a root guide for it I'll let you know. Have you tried asking in the lg threads? Maybe go over there and ask around also.
Hello,
I have this phone LG LML212VL. Need to carrier unlock. Any help? I had this sent to me but still could not get anything to work.
How can you check if my Android phone asks for the unlock code?
Option 1
1 - Dial the following sequence on your phone’s keypad as if you were going to make a call:
2945#*model number of your LG#
To find out the model number of your LG:
Settings - About Phone - Model
On the sticker under the battery
For example: If you have an LG 610 type 2945#*610#
2 - The sequence typed will provide access to a hidden unlocking submenu with the following sections:
Network Lock
Service Provider Lock
Network Subset Lock
Corporate Lock
SIM Lock
3 - Check your phone prompts for the unlock code correctly under Network Lock or Service Provider Lock. If it does, you can submit your unlocking request.
Option 2
Insert a SIM card different to the Tracfone - U.S.A. network.
You will be asked to "Enter network unlock code" or for the "SIM network unlock PIN".
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Good luck. BEst bet would be to check out "cdma-yemen" they are a talented team of Yemen coders. They always deal with Tracfone and can unlock about anything!