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Recover-Upgrade Nokia DLOAD Bootloader

Hello everyone.
I have a Nokia Lumia 900 with unlocked bootloader / Qualcomm. I mean, I have Nand Access (if I try OSBL mode it asks to format). I'm currently running OS v 8107 and update 8773 is available but update is not feasible via Zune nor NCS (it does not find Nokia bootloader and can't proceed, so reboots).
As far as I know, updating via QPST is neither posible because of custom ROM (.nb file) is not available at this momento. Am I right?
The unlock bootloader is as is 'since factory'. Is there any chance to flash 'original' Nokia DLOAD so I can upgrade via Zune and/or flash OEM ROM via NCS?
Any help would be appreciated.

I've never heard of a Lumia 900 with a Qualcomm bootloader.
But if in fact you do, you should be messaging biktor_gj and Heathcliff so they can get a copy of that bootloader from you
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chrisz5z said:
I've never heard of a Lumia 900 with a Qualcomm bootloader.
But if in fact you do, you should be messaging biktor_gj and Heathcliff so they can get a copy of that bootloader from you
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Really, it my case, and that's why it's difficult to me to updating because they have not yet been able to unlock 900. Thanks for the tip, i'm going that way.

This might be what we've been all waiting for ankerael - keep us posted please if this might lead to unlocking the Lumia 900!

ankerael said:
Really, it my case, and that's why it's difficult to me to updating because they have not yet been able to unlock 900. Thanks for the tip, i'm going that way.
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Well if its the same Qualcomm bootloader that the 800 & 710 have, its my understanding that its already unlocked.
biktor_gj was the one that discovered it for the 800/710, that's why its crucial you message him. If you do in fact have a Qualcomm bootloader for a 900, he would be able to set it up so that we with the NLOAD bootloader can downgrade to the Qualcomm. Then custom roms can happen.
But until then, you can upgrade via the CAB method SuperSport has provided here -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736863. It only updates the OS though, not the firmware
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chrisz5z said:
But until then, you can upgrade via the CAB method SuperSport has provided here -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1736863. It only updates the OS though, not the firmware
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Hi,
I had already DM biktor_gj and am awaiting for his response. I tried CAB method before (1 month aprox) and had no success. When it restarts the pone and sends upddated files it gives and error (don't remember the number, i'll try to reproduce later) and reboots with the OS non updated.
I'll keep you updated when I try CAB method once again and regarding the response I get of the DM. Thanks again

ankerael said:
Hi,
I had already DM biktor_gj and am awaiting for his response. I tried CAB method before (1 month aprox) and had no success. When it restarts the pone and sends upddated files it gives and error (don't remember the number, i'll try to reproduce later) and reboots with the OS non updated.
I'll keep you updated when I try CAB method once again and regarding the response I get of the DM. Thanks again
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anything happen yet? i've recently purchased a Lumia and i'm definiely wondering about this. an amazing phone regardless!

Definitely DON'T upgrade anything until heathcliff and others can check out your bootloader. If you do indeed have qualcomm bootloader (and it seems you do as no update method is working for you) this could be VERY helpful in helping us unlock other Lumias.

This sounds like amazing news if it can be done.
How do I find out what bootloader I have on my lumia 900?
Thanks
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nscxp2005 said:
This sounds like amazing news if it can be done.
How do I find out what bootloader I have on my lumia 900?
Thanks
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Turn off your phone. Then, boot into recovery (Either Power+Volume Up or Power+Volume Down), then plug the phone into your computer. If it asks you to format, say no, it can brick your phone. You have a Qualcomm bootloader. If it says "NOKIA DLOAD", then you have a Nokia bootloader.

fpoon said:
Turn off your phone. Then, boot into recovery (Either Power+Volume Up or Power+Volume Down), then plug the phone into your computer. If it asks you to format, say no, it can brick your phone. You have a Qualcomm bootloader. If it says "NOKIA DLOAD", then you have a Nokia bootloader.
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I have Qualcomm bootloader and still have no clue about recovering DLOAD or even flashing a custom/stock ROM. I can't even update via Zune. Still stuck at 8107.79 (FW 8107.12071) ...
Any idea pls?

Hi,
Many people sent me messages with a reference to this thread. So, I will post here some info on this subject.
- It would be useful for research purposes to have a dump of the ROM. You can do that by connecting your Lumia to a Linux box and have it mounted a mass-storage-device. Linux has proper file-system-drivers to access the device. Make sure you don't write anything to the device. Just make a backup of all the files you see on the phone. Use WinRAR to pack it and upload it somewhere for sharing.
- In general, the NOKIA bootloaders have already been analyzed. But they are coded very tightly. No exploit for a HSPL-like-hack have been found yet.
- The dumped bootloader cannot be used to downgrade existing phones to the version with the unlocked bootloader, unless a hardware hack, similar to this, will be found for Lumia 900. It cannot be used now, because a signed certificate is missing for that.
- Currently only ankerael can benefit from this. After you made a backup of all the files/partitions (in Linux), you could ask a ROM builder, like Ultrashot, to fix a nice ROM for you. Maybe he can create an unlocked ROM for Lumia 900 for you? You could follow this guide for flashing the Nokia Lumia. Be careful! It is easy to brick your device with this stuff!
Good luck,
Heathcliff74

Heathcliff74 said:
Hi,
- It would be useful for research purposes to have a dump of the ROM. You can do that by connecting your Lumia to a Linux box and have it mounted a mass-storage-device. Linux has proper file-system-drivers to access the device. Make sure you don't write anything to the device. Just make a backup of all the files you see on the phone. Use WinRAR to pack it and upload it somewhere for sharing.
Good luck,
Heathcliff74
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Hello everybody, I have some pictures so you can see i'm talking serious about the bootloader. I'll try what @heathcliff74 suggests by the night and keep you posted.
Sorry about being a little distant these days but have had lots of work stuff. I am back now.
Thank you all.
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PS... Images are not visible but you can follow the link. They are hosted. @ Skydrive.
I am thinking moving to 920 so if someone is interested in this phone tell me.
I will host the files later @ Skydrive too.

I tried connecting the Lumia 900 into Linux and it showed up this folder.
I am not sure this is what you need,any further assistance will be appreciated.
The link to the RAR file is: https://skydrive.live.com/redir?resid=D038E7CAEF94D5BE!2767&authkey=!AOa8YstcKLg8D6Y

Dude, sell me your phone. Seriously.

xuninc said:
Dude, sell me your phone. Seriously.
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Hi! mmmm how much would you pay for it?
* Consider i have No Brand accesories nor box
* Shipping from Mexico

Heathcliff74 said:
Hi,
- The dumped bootloader cannot be used to downgrade existing phones to the version with the unlocked bootloader, unless a hardware hack, similar to this, will be found for Lumia 900. It cannot be used now, because a signed certificate is missing for that.
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Is there any chance that someone could find a hardware hack or the certificate for the 900? Is anyone actively working on this, or is development on the 900 basically dead now that the 920 has replaced it? I know that others have replied to and asked this question, so sorry for asking it again, but I just wanted an update
Thanks,
Matthew

Since my lumia 900 suffered a fall and screen get broken (still 100% functional) i decided to get a Galaxy Note II because I couldn't even update. If someone is interested in repairing and having the phone contact me. I am not trying doing a big deal hear neverthelwss i think this unlocked bl phone could be useful for someone with the needed knowings.

ankerael said:
Since my lumia 900 suffered a fall and screen get broken (still 100% functional) i decided to get a Galaxy Note II because I couldn't even update. If someone is interested in repairing and having the phone contact me. I am not trying doing a big deal hear neverthelwss i think this unlocked bl phone could be useful for someone with the needed knowings.
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I would surely want that device for testing! Plz pm me with the price you want. I can reveal already that i am not well-fortuned. So, if it is too expensive, then it won't be possible for me.
Like to hear from you.
Heathcliff74

I accidentally format the drive, is there anyway to save my phone?
Please note that you can not turn on in any way or with any key combination.
Regards

[Guide] Debranding to India variant BLN-L22 (successful case)- Noob Friendly

Update-
Please flash the OEMINFO and Custom bin from - https://mega.nz/#!qYtlzawK!Ab86GUO40JpUZ8scGnaIszhA-3gf6bN4NdfuHb8IeBU via TWRP
and then flash the B340 update.app file from download section via dload method. if you face any issue, follow entire guide for other way of doing this.
Initial credits to @uditshah for his guide and @sanjay.rup in sorting my issues at start itself while I was not sure whether to go or not and giving me correct oeminfo file. and all fellow members, and few to name @gopinaidu77 @adriansticoid @RedSkull23 who always helped/supported and encouraged me.
This guide will work 100% if followed correctly. This was tested myself couple of nights back and I successfully debranded or rebranded, as few say, to BLN-L22 from BLN-AL10.
Old version - BLN-AL10C00B379
New version- BLN-L22C675C340
Hi Folks,
Saw many post earlier on MM for debranding to other variant, especially from China variant to EU or Indian version and few of the worked FF but not for all. It never worked for Nougat and we all were struggling, at least to debrand China variant. So in this post, we will mainly focus on EMUI 5.0 or Nougat version for debranding. Few days back, a guide was posted which was very good and helped me to debrand mine. Yes, I faced few issues while following it and for once I was stuck with
Phone Locked
FRP Locked.
That was the moment I though It will never come up but yeah there was a hope as I never saw FRP on my Chinese variant and it all started from there and in this I will share the, almost full proof, detailed steps to debrand.
Prerequisites-
Have a full TWRP backup on your current model and store on PC/SD card.
Files for the new model (BLN-L22 variant)
Memory card with at least 8 GB space.
Firmware finder tool to get the files (preferable on PC)
Huawei multi tool
Working PC and of course, Honor 6X
Most important- PATIENCE. Do not panic. It will take max 2 hours including downloads, backup, restore, flash etc. (may vary depend on your download speed)
Shall we start? Let’s go further and do it now.
Downloads-
OEMINFO -https://mega.nz/#!eBECSYKZ!rte1IxPYuw3Y0NVcySOFy23tXWXoR6vBBo46iJ6JlEw
Main update.zip B340 version - http://update.hicloud.com:8180/TDS/data/files/p3/s15/G1190/g79/v94286/f1/full/update.zip
Data file for B340 (This is required for putting updater app and other stuff on phone or you won’t get updater)-
http://update.hicloud.com:8180/TDS/...el_in/update_data_full_BLN-L22_channel_in.zip
Huawei Multi Tool- https://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=19002#downloads (Version V7 zip)
Firmware Finder app on PC – this is not required as I have given the link above. You can still download it for future usage- http://hwmt.ru/hwmtsite/huawei-firmware-finder/ (download for PC) or direct link- http://pro-teammt.ru/projects/hwff/GetLatestVersion.action
Steps-
Unlocking bootloader/rooting and MT tool instalaltion-
Unlock your bootloader, flash custom recovery and root it with this https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-6x/how-to/root-huawei-honor-6x-install-twrp-t3671822
Backup backup backup your current phone in TWRP.
Installation of Tool installation and backing up current OEM Info file-
Download Huawei Multi Tool from this XDA thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-8/development/tool-huawei-multi-tool-team-mt-t3523923 , direct download link https://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/?id=19002#downloads select V7 zip, extract it and go to the folder.
Run by double clicking the bat file as below
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Once the tool is running you will see the device connected as below (It will show your phone’s serial number) – Note: (I have not connected my device here, as I dindt was to flash the file again, so it wont show any device ID and just a random data)
Follow step by step images below to backup your current oeminfo file (path of the backup is the folder where you ran the bat file above\backup) in my case it was C:\Users\Downloads\Compressed\Huawei_Multi-Tool_by_Team_MT_v7\Huawei_Multi-Tool_by_Team_MT\Backup
Changing vendor/country- input 7
Selecting device- input 6X or 6x
Save or restore OEMINFO - input 1
Saving OEMINFO- input 1
Confirmation screen for saving the OEM INFO File.
Just make a copy of this file to some other folder, as same folder will be used for a new oeminfo file for new model.
Till now, we have just backed up ourselves so that in case we run into a situation where unbale to boot further or stuck, this will be handy to restore.
Let’s proceed with actual rebranding now.
Extract the Main zip file, you will get 4 files as below, copy all of them to SD card/ External memory card under “dload” folder.
Extract the Data file zip, you will get 5 files as below, copy all of them to SD card/ External memory card under “dload-data” folder.
Rename the downloaded oeminfo file to oeminfo: oeminfo-BLN-L22C675B340.zip -->> oeminfo.zip
Copy the OEFMINFO file for new variant (BLN-L22) to backup folder of Multi tool where you backed up the original oeminfo of your original model. (above path - C:\Users\Downloads\Compressed\Huawei_Multi-Tool_by_Team_MT_v7\Huawei_Multi-Tool_by_Team_MT\Backup)
Run the Huawei multi tool again same as above but this time, instead of backup of oeminfo, it will be option 2 to restore the file.
It should show the progress and confirm the download/restore complete. If this is failed, PELASE DO NOT PROCEED FURTHER and ask in comment section below.
Once OEMINFO restore is successful, you have the oeminfo of new version flash on your model.
Now reboot to fastboot, you will most probably see below status (don’t panic that’s normal now)
Phone- LOCKED
FRP- LOCKED
Remove the USB and Power off the phone by pressing power key now.
Use dload method now i.e. press Volume up + Volume down+ Power key together. Stock recovery should start flashing the files (Note- Do not just put the Update.app in dload and need all 4 files mentioned above)
Phone will verify the package and start installation. It will take only couple of minutes for 100% flash and phone will reboot.
Phone will boot but most probably give you the black screen only, for few minutes. Just waif for 3-4 minutes. (as mentioned, do not panic here as well)
Press power key to turn off the phone.
Take out the memory card and delete dload folder or rename to “dload-main”.
Rename the folder “dload-data” to dload.
Insert the SD card.
Use dload method now i.e. press Volume up + Volume down+ Power key together. Stock recovery should start flashing the files (Note- Do not just put the Update.app in dload and need all 5 files mentioned above)
This will take 30-40 seconds maximum to flash.
Once this is flashed, phone will reboot and ask you to set up the phone.
Unlike the China variant or other which may or may not ask for Google account setup, this may ask but you can skip it by skipping the Wi-Fi connection and removing the sim card so that no data is there to connect.
Follow the on screen instruction and Setup the phone.
BINGO. You are on BLN-L22 now and it will support Jio VOLTE and other stuff that other Honor 6X phones has for BLN-L22 (you are no longer other BLL, BLN model anymore and on BLN-L22)
This took me exactly 207 minutes to compile this guide and then 15-20 minutes in drafting on XDA, after I personally faced many issues but as mentioned, do not panic and proceed step by step and you would achieve what you wished for. Comment below on your experience and share if any modification is needed to the guide, I will do, but as per my knowledge, this is what I could prepare best for any NOOB user who doesn’t even know what root or anything is.
Share your thoughts on guide and ask any question when you stuck. ​
Note-
This was tested from BLN-AL10 to BLN-L22
This may work from any model/variant to BLN-L22 (most probably without any issues)
This should work for all BLL models as well, because there are no restriction on Hardware part.
Good luck and enjoy.​

What can i rebrand my BLL-L21 to? Can i rebrand to BLN?

xRevengerZee said:
What can i rebrand my BLL-L21 to? Can i rebrand to BLN?
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Yes you can. BLN and BLL is just a model name given by Huawei to region specific but no software or hardware changes.

So have you tried installing a custom ROM again?
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adriansticoid said:
So have you tried installing a custom ROM again?
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Nope. I am happy with Indian version now. But will try ASAP because messed my phone for 3 continuous nights. Trying more will see me out of the home

adriansticoid said:
So have you tried installing a custom ROM again?
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Hows guide by the way? Any challenges or suggestion for improvement?

shashank1320 said:
Yes you can. BLN and BLL is just a model name given by Huawei to region specific but no software or hardware changes.
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Ok bro im realy happy we have one like you in our devolpment section

xRevengerZee said:
Ok bro im realy happy we have one like you in our devolpment section
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Thanks for kind words. Pleasure bro
Try and report.

shashank1320 said:
Thanks for kind words. Pleasure bro
Try and report.
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I will download files tonight and gice it a try just to be safe cause my parents bought me this phone 3weeks ago they will kill me if it dies xd dload can always work right??

xRevengerZee said:
I will download files tonight and gice it a try just to be safe cause my parents bought me this phone 3weeks ago they will kill me if it dies xd dload can always work right??
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Hehe yes it should work for sure unless we are unlucky.

I don't have experience on debranding, but if once i'll ever need to do it, here is where i'll surely come. The guide is done very well: listed on steps like you did with the help of detailed images, makes practically impossibile to make errors even to the best noob on earth, making it as you said 100% working so. Excellent work mate, respect!

RedSkull23 said:
I don't have experience on debranding, but if once i'll ever need to do it, here is where i'll surely come. The guide is done very well: listed on steps like you did with the help of detailed images, makes practically impossibile to make errors even to the best noob on earth, making it as you said 100% working so. Excellent work mate, respect!
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Your comment made my evening brother. Thanks for such great comment.

Hey !! Great guide. So finaly you use HW Tools Restore method !!

sanjay.rup said:
Hey !! Great guide. So finaly you use HW Tools Restore method !!
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Yes bro. I was flashing it via zip but then it worked perfectly fine via tool

shashank1320 said:
Hows guide by the way? Any challenges or suggestion for improvement?
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There is no more actually. Very detailed guide.
Sent from my Honor 8 Pro using XDA Labs

This guide is fully applicable for L21 debranding as well. Just need the correct file for this.

shashank1320 said:
Your comment made my evening brother. Thanks for such great comment.
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You're welcome pal

I am hoping to try and attempt this but would like to have a contingency plan just in case... Is there a link to download the full os for a BLN-AL40?

chanthony said:
I am hoping to try and attempt this but would like to have a contingency plan just in case... Is there a link to download the full os for a BLN-AL40?
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No bro. There aren't any package published yet for this model. I searched byt could not find any

shashank1320 said:
No bro. There aren't any package published yet for this model. I searched byt could not find any
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Thanks

Bootloader unlock

Hi all,
I'm considering buying a Nokia 7.1 and I was wondering if the current unlock procedure is working with this version as well?
Thanks!

According to a facebook post, they are not going to offer any bootloader unlock for the 7.1. Hopefully this is wrong information.
Nokia Mobile Hi Robert! Thanks for your interest. At this point, there are no plans of releasing the 7.1 with an unlocked bootloader.

Until HMD allows bootloader unlocking I'll stick with Oneplus and Xaiomi for complete control and root access

Can a Mod fix the title for this thread? It may be here awhile. Thanks.

Someone needs to try once they have a 7.1?
nokia.com/en_int/phones/bootloader

lensgrabber said:
According to a facebook post, they are not going to offer any bootloader unlock for the 7.1. Hopefully this is wrong information.
Nokia Mobile Hi Robert! Thanks for your interest. At this point, there are no plans of releasing the 7.1 with an unlocked bootloader.
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I think that comment is taken out of context. I see it as they are shipping all phones with locked bootloader, not that they won't be unlockable.

rouyal said:
I think that comment is taken out of context. I see it as they are shipping all phones with locked bootloader, not that they won't be unlockable.
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Yes, my reading as well.

Fair, here was my original question but I do understand the possible confusion between unlockable and selling it unlocked.
Thinking about getting two 7.1 devices when they start shipping. Is there word on whether or not the bootloader will be unlockable? If the bootloader can't be unlocked I'll move on to something else.
Nokia Mobile Hi Robert! Thanks for your interest. At this point, there are no plans of releasing the 7.1 with an unlocked bootloader.

I tried the Nokia Bootloader Unlock method, no joy. The unlock app says "Device not support."

rauq said:
I tried the Nokia Bootloader Unlock method, no joy. The unlock app says "Device not support."
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that`s why i`d never buy a Nokia phone.
As long as Nokia doesn`t allow their customers to do with their phones what THEY want i buy Xiaomi phones :good:

Why is the OEM unlock toggle in development settings greyed out , have Nokia locked it down ?
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Why is the OEM unlock toggle in development settings greyed out , have Nokia locked it down ? View attachment 4656971
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yes. but you can open bootloader for money.

How so?

Seriously?! I was thinking in buying this phone because it isn't huge and it is android One. The only alternatives that I can think are Xiaomi Mi A2 or Galaxy S9

pmj_pedro said:
Seriously?! I was thinking in buying this phone because it isn't huge and it is android One. The only alternatives that I can think are Xiaomi Mi A2 or Galaxy S9
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It's a decent device, and having One is certainly a plus, but I'm moving on to the Sony XZ3 for a few reasons including the lack of an easy, supported method of unlocking the bl.
Additionally, AOSP is available for the Sony if that's your preference and it gets timely monthly updates.

Nokia's Bootloader Unlock site
mjheid.muc said:
Hi all,
I'm considering buying a Nokia 7.1 and I was wondering if the current unlock procedure is working with this version as well?
Thanks!
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Hey there,
I own a Nokia 7.1 and was also looking around for a way to unlock the bootloader. I've been looking around and it turns out Nokia has their own website for this. I have unfortunately not posted enough times to give a URL, but a quick search for 'nokia bootloader unlock' has the top result showing the page I am referencing.
Not sure if it's been posted as a reply before, but I thought I'd share.

Here's the site.
Not used it personally though
The second result when searching is a paid service($8) but they remotely connect to your computer to do it which I'd not be comfortable with to be honest
https://www.nokia.com/phones/en_int/bootloader/

abitrubbish said:
Here's the site.
Not used it personally though
The second result when searching is a paid service($8) but they remotely connect to your computer to do it which I'd not be comfortable with to be honest
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I used said 8$ Service today. Some indian guy named Narender Singh, friendly, patient with a Android noob like me. Communication in my case via Telegram chat. Time difference isn't that large from Germany to India (they have UTC+5:30). Contrary to my sparse Android skills I'm definetely not a complete noob with computers, know a console command when I see one. I took precautions, and was aware at what was happening on screen and tracking the clipboard at all times. But really nothing suspicious ever happened. He used all the software and ROMs that i had downloaded myself in advance from sources I found myself using google (f.e. NOSt 0.6).
He did do all the nessessary steps in the cmd, always inside the NOSt path, fastboot this and fastboot that, not a single command did look suspicious or aimed at the computer (which was a fresh win10 set up for the purpose, and not in Home Network). He looked up some serial Number and other device information he got from the phone NOSt console commands, copied them to a newly created text file. Two minutes later he copied a large string into said textfiles (no console commands, more like a veeeery long key) which he supposedly created from the serial number and other device information he got from my phone.
Some rebooting the phone in download mode later, the bootloader is unlocked (console confirmed, downloadmodescreen in phone confirmed as well).
We had no luck in installing the Havoc GSI ROM however, which I had downloaded in advance, but in a wrong version (like for twrp and/or tailored for some motorola?). So now my next problem is: since not many people know how to unlock the bootloader of the Nokia 7.1, nobody will develop a custom ROM tailored for it.
I will now have to look for and try some GSI google-assistant-free ROMs the next days and try those twrp/adb installation guides... Any suggestions are welcome :fingers-crossed:
Narender suggested, that I should try Custom ROMs tailored for "Nokia 6.1 Plus". Don't know why, probably the model is very similar? I'd feel more like trying generic GSI ROMs instead, but that's just a feeling, because i simply don't know how similar they really are.
So far my feedback on unlocking the bootloader on my 7.1.

I don't know if this helps or not, but you can still toggle the oem unlock button even if its greyed out on pie.
All you have to do is turn off the developer options and turn it back on , but as soon you turn on the developer options click on the oem unlock button as quickly as possible and it should toggle the button. Well, it did in my case.
Has anyone tried using it. Let me know if it works.

sers said:
I used said 8$ Service today. Some indian guy named Narender Singh, friendly, patient with a Android noob like me. Communication in my case via Telegram chat. Time difference isn't that large from Germany to India (they have UTC+5:30). Contrary to my sparse Android skills I'm definetely not a complete noob with computers, know a console command when I see one. I took precautions, and was aware at what was happening on screen and tracking the clipboard at all times. But really nothing suspicious ever happened. He used all the software and ROMs that i had downloaded myself in advance from sources I found myself using google (f.e. NOSt 0.6).
He did do all the nessessary steps in the cmd, always inside the NOSt path, fastboot this and fastboot that, not a single command did look suspicious or aimed at the computer (which was a fresh win10 set up for the purpose, and not in Home Network). He looked up some serial Number and other device information he got from the phone NOSt console commands, copied them to a newly created text file. Two minutes later he copied a large string into said textfiles (no console commands, more like a veeeery long key) which he supposedly created from the serial number and other device information he got from my phone.
Some rebooting the phone in download mode later, the bootloader is unlocked (console confirmed, downloadmodescreen in phone confirmed as well).
We had no luck in installing the Havoc GSI ROM however, which I had downloaded in advance, but in a wrong version (like for twrp and/or tailored for some motorola?). So now my next problem is: since not many people know how to unlock the bootloader of the Nokia 7.1, nobody will develop a custom ROM tailored for it.
I will now have to look for and try some GSI google-assistant-free ROMs the next days and try those twrp/adb installation guides... Any suggestions are welcome :fingers-crossed:
Narender suggested, that I should try Custom ROMs tailored for "Nokia 6.1 Plus". Don't know why, probably the model is very similar? I'd feel more like trying generic GSI ROMs instead, but that's just a feeling, because i simply don't know how similar they really are.
So far my feedback on unlocking the bootloader on my 7.1.
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Saw a guy running los, here.
Update : https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-7-1/how-to/overlay-apk-treble-gsi-users-t3907916
Check out this link.

Question No IMEI and unknown baseband on Mi 11x

Hi
My Mi 11x suddenly stopped showing IMEI & baseband version, getting No service and sim cards are not detected. I tried the following.
1. Reinstall latest MIUI using Recovery ROM
2. I have unlocked the bootloader and tried to Flash using the latest Miui using MiFlash tool.
Can you guide me with next steps on how to proceed here.??

On your own is impossible , send it to service center and they'll fix it for you is still within warranty.
If it is not in warranty then get ready to find guys with authorised edl accounts to do the flashing for you.
They will charge you money for that and guide you trough the process.
Again you can't do it by yourself.
Someone correct me pls if i'am wrong.

The device is Out of warranty, tried with the service centre, they flashed the device once with latest MIUI, its unsuccessful. They said, motherboard has to be changed and charges are around 23k.
I should be able to do it, let me know if there are any steps / guide. where i can refer to?

nkkrishna said:
The device is Out of warranty, tried with the service centre, they flashed the device once with latest MIUI, its unsuccessful. They said, motherboard has to be changed and charges are around 23k.
I should be able to do it, let me know if there are any steps / guide. where i can refer to?
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You can fix your device IMEI using Engineering ROM.

mvikrant97 said:
You can fix your device IMEI using Engineering ROM.
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I would have definitely provided you the file but I don't have access to download the file from my current package through halabtech.
I would have to buy the package for $59.00 but I can only buy it on 11 March 2023.

nkkrishna said:
The device is Out of warranty, tried with the service centre, they flashed the device once with latest MIUI, its unsuccessful. They said, motherboard has to be changed and charges are around 23k.
I should be able to do it, let me know if there are any steps / guide. where i can refer to?
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You don't need to change the motherboard.

Hi mvikrant97 - Thanks for your reply. I can wait till 11March, but I can also see that the engineering ROM for Mi11x is available at this website. Can we trust this? If yes, what steps should we perform? Please help.

nkkrishna said:
Hi mvikrant97 - Thanks for your reply. I can wait till 11March, but I can also see that the engineering ROM for Mi11x is available at this website. Can we trust this? If yes, what steps should we perform? Please help.
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You need to know some basics about the engineering rom. Head to YouTube and learn, because you have to write manually the IMEI numbers. You will be able to find those IMEI numbers at the phone box provided.

nobodyAtall said:
You need to know some basics about the engineering rom. Head to YouTube and learn, because you have to write manually the IMEI numbers. You will be able to find those IMEI numbers at the phone box provided.
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I agree. I have gone through few videos and forums to understand what engineering ROM is and learning is a ongoing/never ending process .
I couldn't find steps on how to flash the engineering rom (NOT sure, if i can use MiFlash tool similar to flashing fastboot rom).

nkkrishna said:
I agree. I have gone through few videos and forums to understand what engineering ROM is and learning is a ongoing/never ending process .
I couldn't find steps on how to flash the engineering rom (NOT sure, if i can use MiFlash tool similar to flashing fastboot rom).
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Since you already have unlocked the bootloader, it will be easy for you. Just flash it using same method like how you flash the original firmware

nkkrishna said:
Hi
My Mi 11x suddenly stopped showing IMEI & baseband version, getting No service and sim cards are not detected. I tried the following.
1. Reinstall latest MIUI using Recovery ROM
2. I have unlocked the bootloader and tried to Flash using the latest Miui using MiFlash tool.
Can you guide me with next steps on how to proceed here.??
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just restore qcn
pm me, i'll guide you for free..
I hope it will fix

nkkrishna said:
Hi mvikrant97 - Thanks for your reply. I can wait till 11March, but I can also see that the engineering ROM for Mi11x is available at this website. Can we trust this? If yes, what steps should we perform? Please help.
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Yes there you go. You have an unlocked bootloader so now you can flash the ROM using fastboot mode.
Download Xiaomi Redmi K40/POCO F3/Mi 11X Engineering Firmware ROM
I have also attached the QCN file for the phone to restore IMEI.
Please PM Kevin mitnick and he will help you out.

mvikrant97 said:
Yes there you go. You have an unlocked bootloader so now you can flash the ROM using fastboot mode.
Download Xiaomi Redmi K40/POCO F3/Mi 11X Engineering Firmware ROM
I have also attached the QCN file for the phone to restore IMEI.
Please PM Kevin mitnick and he will help you out.
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Thanks for qcn file. If I go with flashing the engineering rom do I need to root the device.? Do you have detailed steps.??
Because if I go with qcn rewrite steps, any way I have to root the device.

nkkrishna said:
Thanks for qcn file. If I go with flashing the engineering rom do I need to root the device.? Do you have detailed steps.??
Because if I go with qcn rewrite steps, any way I have to root the device.
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Please flash the ROM as you would flash normal fastboot ROM.

Let us know if you got it fixed.

L8ter said:
Let us know if you got it fixed.
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That's why I love the XDA community with no monetary benefits in sight but they care for each other.

Sure, i am trying to get help from Kevin mitnick. I did the following
1. I have temporarily rooted the device using magisk
2. As per his recommendation, I am using this tool to open the diag port and update the QCN file.
3. I am getting following error using QPST and QFIL Tools
QFIL Error:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
QPST Error:
Open Diag Port : successful
Device Manager :
Not sure, if i am missing something.

Can someone help me on how to proceed further

As far as I know you need to have an authorized Xiaomi account to be able to use QPST.
That is why I told u that you need a guy with an authorized Xiaomi account who can do the flashing for you.
You can search for these guys on the internet or on Telegram.
Costs from what I read 15 to 20 € wich is not that much for a working device.
I'am not promoting paid services here on XDA, just sharing my experience.
I'am only aware that it was possible to fix on older devices than the Poco F3, on older MIUI and Android versions.
And I still hope that i'am wrong bout what I'am saying and you get it fixed without having to pay money for a fix.
But I never had that issue on Android and so i'am not able to help you.

nkkrishna said:
Can someone help me on how to proceed further
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L8ter said:
As far as I know you need to have an authorized Xiaomi account to be able to use QPST.
That is why I told u that you need a guy with an authorized Xiaomi account who can do the flashing for you.
You can search for these guys on the internet or on Telegram.
Costs from what I read 15 to 20 € wich is not that much for a working device.
I'am not promoting paid services here on XDA, just sharing my experience.
I'am only aware that it was possible to fix on older devices than the Poco F3, on older MIUI and Android versions.
And I still hope that i'am wrong bout what I'am saying and you get it fixed without having to pay money for a fix.
But I never had that issue on Android and so i'am not able to help you.
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He may use the tools like Xiaomiking tool and Xiaomi Fire Tool both which are paid tools.
Yes we don't promote paid tools here but the thing is we need to fix the device somehow.

Question Flash non-indian firmware on LE2121?

Hi everyone!
after a lot of searching (including in this forum) i haven't quite understood what is or isn't possible, and i haven't been able to get clear answers. so sorry if this was already discussed a couple of times.
i own the indian variant (LE2121), even though i live in Israel (aliexpress is the only decent way to get your hands on oneplus devices in my country),
for obvious reasons in an ideal world i would want to install a global firmware on my device, so i can uninstall bloatware and avoid Inidian restrictions that aren't necessary in my country.
is that a possibility?
from what research i managed to do: i understand that i need a suitable version of MSMDownloadTool (which i couldn't find) and a firmware (which i saw is listed in the sticky threads).
should i download everything as if i own the global variant of the device? should i download the LE2121 version of the MSMTool and the global rom? do i need to root/unlock the bootloader for my device?
i also have tried to just download the newest global version and install it via Settings -> local install, but it just tells me "verification failed" and nothing else.
last thing: if it helps, my device currently has this firmware version: LE2121_11_F.20
would really appreciate any help i can get,
cheers.

SilverWingsX said:
Hi everyone!
after a lot of searching (including in this forum) i haven't quite understood what is or isn't possible, and i haven't been able to get clear answers. so sorry if this was already discussed a couple of times.
i own the indian variant (LE2121), even though i live in Israel (aliexpress is the only decent way to get your hands on oneplus devices in my country),
for obvious reasons in an ideal world i would want to install a global firmware on my device, so i can uninstall bloatware and avoid Inidian restrictions that aren't necessary in my country.
is that a possibility?
from what research i managed to do: i understand that i need a suitable version of MSMDownloadTool (which i couldn't find) and a firmware (which i saw is listed in the sticky threads).
should i download everything as if i own the global variant of the device? should i download the LE2121 version of the MSMTool and the global rom? do i need to root/unlock the bootloader for my device?
i also have tried to just download the newest global version and install it via Settings -> local install, but it just tells me "verification failed" and nothing else.
last thing: if it helps, my device currently has this firmware version: LE2121_11_F.20
would really appreciate any help i can get,
cheers.
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I will try to fix you an MSM tool that will take you from Indian to Global 11.2.3.3, then you can update from there.... Give me a little while.

SilverWingsX said:
Hi everyone!
after a lot of searching (including in this forum) i haven't quite understood what is or isn't possible, and i haven't been able to get clear answers. so sorry if this was already discussed a couple of times.
i own the indian variant (LE2121), even though i live in Israel (aliexpress is the only decent way to get your hands on oneplus devices in my country),
for obvious reasons in an ideal world i would want to install a global firmware on my device, so i can uninstall bloatware and avoid Inidian restrictions that aren't necessary in my country.
is that a possibility?
from what research i managed to do: i understand that i need a suitable version of MSMDownloadTool (which i couldn't find) and a firmware (which i saw is listed in the sticky threads).
should i download everything as if i own the global variant of the device? should i download the LE2121 version of the MSMTool and the global rom? do i need to root/unlock the bootloader for my device?
i also have tried to just download the newest global version and install it via Settings -> local install, but it just tells me "verification failed" and nothing else.
last thing: if it helps, my device currently has this firmware version: LE2121_11_F.20
would really appreciate any help i can get,
cheers.
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SilverWingsX said:
Hi everyone!
after a lot of searching (including in this forum) i haven't quite understood what is or isn't possible, and i haven't been able to get clear answers. so sorry if this was already discussed a couple of times.
i own the indian variant (LE2121), even though i live in Israel (aliexpress is the only decent way to get your hands on oneplus devices in my country),
for obvious reasons in an ideal world i would want to install a global firmware on my device, so i can uninstall bloatware and avoid Inidian restrictions that aren't necessary in my country.
is that a possibility?
from what research i managed to do: i understand that i need a suitable version of MSMDownloadTool (which i couldn't find) and a firmware (which i saw is listed in the sticky threads).
should i download everything as if i own the global variant of the device? should i download the LE2121 version of the MSMTool and the global rom? do i need to root/unlock the bootloader for my device?
i also have tried to just download the newest global version and install it via Settings -> local install, but it just tells me "verification failed" and nothing else.
last thing: if it helps, my device currently has this firmware version: LE2121_11_F.20
would really appreciate any help i can get,
cheers.
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You can flash the global rom with unlocked bootloader and fastboot enchanched (fbe)
Or you Download load the global rom
And open it with 7z and edit a file in the zip with notepad++ and then flash it with a local update
Edit the payload_porperties.txt
The line oplus_update_eingine_verify_disable=0 to
oplus_update_eingine_verify_disable=1

Here you go, This should work. May have to play around with the check boxes and if a target button is available, select India......
File on MEGA
mega.nz

TheGhost1951 said:
Here you go, This should work. May have to play around with the check boxes and if a target button is available, select India......
File on MEGA
mega.nz
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ChrisFeiveel84 said:
You can flash the global rom with unlocked bootloader and fastboot enchanched (fbe)
Or you Download load the global rom
And open it with 7z and edit a file in the zip with notepad++ and then flash it with a local update
Edit the payload_porperties.txt
The line oplus_update_eingine_verify_disable=0 to
oplus_update_eingine_verify_disable=1
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holy! thanks for both of you!
very much appreciated!
i will update if it worked.

TheGhost1951 said:
Here you go, This should work. May have to play around with the check boxes and if a target button is available, select India......
File on MEGA
mega.nz
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got a question for you,
i tried using the tool you gave me (and other identical tools i found online before i posted this thread), and im stuck on this screen:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
it shows both COM 8 & 9 because i tried two different usb slots with two different cables. i ended up using a type-c to type-c cable since it's the most reliable cable i have atm.
my phone is in EDL mode (as far as i can tell) and it shows up in device manager like so, after i installed Qualcomm drivers and restarted my PC:
i'm using Windows 11, i have tried using compatibility mode and\or "start as administrator", but it didn't help.
thanks a bunch!

SilverWingsX said:
got a question for you,
i tried using the tool you gave me (and other identical tools i found online before i posted this thread), and im stuck on this screen:
View attachment 5871983
it shows both COM 8 & 9 because i tried two different usb slots with two different cables. i ended up using a type-c to type-c cable since it's the most reliable cable i have atm.
my phone is in EDL mode (as far as i can tell) and it shows up in device manager like so, after i installed Qualcomm drivers and restarted my PC:
View attachment 5871985
i'm using Windows 11, i have tried using compatibility mode and\or "start as administrator", but it didn't help.
thanks a bunch!
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You have to disable driver Signatur for install tje driver

ChrisFeiveel84 said:
You have to disable driver Signatur for install tje driver
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It is a driver issue for sure...

TheGhost1951 said:
It is a driver issue for sure...
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You see this on the Screenshot

ChrisFeiveel84 said:
You have to disable driver Signatur for install tje driver
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TheGhost1951 said:
It is a driver issue for sure...
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I disabled the signature enforcement and it solved the issue, as you told!
The provided MSM tool worked,
Thank you both very very much!

SilverWingsX said:
I disabled the signature enforcement and it solved the issue, as you told!
The provided MSM tool worked,
Thank you both very very much!
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Great to hear it...

The Lord always provides for our needs!

SilverWingsX said:
I disabled the signature enforcement and it solved the issue, as you told!
The provided MSM tool worked,
Thank you both very very much!
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Everything going well for you since the conversion?

TheGhost1951 said:
Everything going well for you since the conversion?
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system-wide, yes. everything works as expected and i don't get any weird errors, plus having the benefit of formatting my phone makes it feel smooth and "new" again, which is nice.
one of the main reasons i did this (aside from what i mentioned originally) is because i sometimes get stutters desynced audio when playing video (no matter the source). i can resolve this by closing all apps and re-opening youtube/whatever i was watching.
i hoped it'd be fixed with the firmware change but it wasn't. maybe it's a hardware issue or something

SilverWingsX said:
system-wide, yes. everything works as expected and i don't get any weird errors, plus having the benefit of formatting my phone makes it feel smooth and "new" again, which is nice.
one of the main reasons i did this (aside from what i mentioned originally) is because i sometimes get stutters desynced audio when playing video (no matter the source). i can resolve this by closing all apps and re-opening youtube/whatever i was watching.
i hoped it'd be fixed with the firmware change but it wasn't. maybe it's a hardware issue or something
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If I see any answers, will let you know. I don't know if the audio.img or whatever it is called is available to be flashed...