Hello,
probably I did a failure in flashing ROM or Kernel (without SIM Card), and now GSM is not working (tested with two different SIMs / Eplus and t mobile). In Network search I see several provider (Eplus, O2, T-Mobile, Vodafone), but phone is not able to connect suitable provider. Both SIM-Cards work in other phone.
To repair I did following:
- PC Companion Repair - flashed Stock ROM
- SEUS flashed Stock Rom
- Flashing Stock-ROM with bootloader
- Bootloader unlock
- Root again
- Other Kernel /ROMs
All measure without success. Result in all cases were that phone can't log in.
I checked SIMlock Certificate by S1 Tool. Result was (at the moment 2.1.1.Clean.0.0 v6):
S1_EPROM VER "r8A029"
SOFTWARE AID: 0001
LOADER AID: 0001
FLASH ID: "0020/00BC"
LOADER VERSION: "R4A045"
Model U20i
Software Version: 1235-3411_2.0.a.0.504
Custom Version: 1238-7168_R5B
Serial No. CB511L3PS6
SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE
Has somebody an idea ?
Regards Odiad
PS: Unfortunately I posted this question before in a wrong segment (Development). Maybe a moderator could be so kind to delete wrong post ? Sorry again..
Try these steps maybe
It includes relocking the bootloader, according to your output from S1tool it is still unlocked...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25120412&postcount=7373
SmG67 said:
It includes relocking the bootloader, according to your output from S1tool it is still unlocked...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25120412&postcount=7373
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Hi SmG67,
the hint that my phone is still unlocked and the link was very helpful. I flashed Stock ROM again and additional I relocked the bootloader (first I had problems because S1tool version in XDA forum probably is old and had no Relock-button - but after googling I found current version of S1tool) - and thats great - phone works now - I can call again.
Thanks a lot - a phone without calling function is terrible...
Regards Odiad
glad it helped, enjoy your phone
Hey,
Yesterday I flashed my old software (stock kernel with cwm, and minicm7 pro v21) to nAa kernel 2.6.29.6 ics and cm9 port for x10 mini pro. First few hours I had problems with flashtool (sin error). I decided to reunlock bootloader. Everything went perfect. I flashed succesfully new kernel, then through cwm installed ROM. I had some problems with booting, but finally got it up. But then a new problem appeared. It seems like my phone re-locked SIMLock... It's really strange because I bought it from Era operator in Poland (now it's T-Mobile), already unlocked. I am using Orange SIM card, and till yesterday it was running perfectly. Can somebody help me please?
I tried this solution: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1591785
but no effects..
Ok, I've managed to relock bootloader and restore stock ROM and kernel. Seems to work fine. I'll try to install nAa kernel and cm9 again, and if it'll pass, you can close topic
Ok, it's working fine Still Sim unlock message, but I can just dismiss it and it works
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yeah all we do is selecting dismiss...
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earglass said:
Ok, I've managed to relock bootloader and restore stock ROM and kernel. Seems to work fine. I'll try to install nAa kernel and cm9 again, and if it'll pass, you can close topic
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STOP MESSING WITH YOUR F****** bootloader... once it's unlocked, and your phone still works fine, leave it unlocked. If you unlock your bootloader for the first time, check if your phone still works on the software you are running, don't just unlock it and flash something else, check first. If it still works, do whatever you want, if it doesn't, relock it and pray your phone is still a phone.
Flashing stock will work on locked or unlocked bootloaders, no need to mess with that at all. ONLY relock it when you want to take it back to your provider for repairs under warranty. LEAVE IT ALONE!!!!!
(PS, it wouldn't hurt if this advice was in a sticky post, too many people unlock their bootloader without checking if their phone still works afterwards)
FYI: The bootloader of your phone works the same as on your computer, it contains the information needed to start your operating system. If you decide to install Linux on your PC your bootloader needs to be changed from when you were running Windows. The hardware manufacturer of your phone wants to make sure your phone remains a phone, in order to provide support and warranty, that's why they lock the bootloader.
I know what is bootloader ;] You show me only that you can't read carefully :/
I said that phone worked on minicm7, of course unlocked bootloader etc.
After flashing nwe kernel, mobile network went down, and it was still down when I flashed back old kernel, whole backup, even when I flashed stock os.
Somehow Simlock locked itself and relocking bootloader (an then unlocking again ;p) was the only thing, that worked from what I've searched
I did read carefully... you said you were on stock kernel, and you had to unlock your bootloader in order to flash nAa kernel and new ROM (you said re-unlock, like you had it unlocked and then locked it again, bootloaders don't lock themselves once they're unlocked), and then your phone stopped working as a phone
All I'm saying is, unlock your bootloader and check if your phone still works before flashing new kernel and rom, saves a lot of trouble.
Totally agree ;] I think I didn't write it clearly at first post, my bad I was confused, because this mobile network (simlock relocked somehow) about a year after unlocking bootloader and changing rom to custom one But in fact, I was still on stock kernel, and changed it for the first time just few days ago. Did not see any connection, but I study programming and I can see so many exceptions of logic that I'm not suprised ;D
cheers
You're welcome... And from what i know from unlocking bootloaders, it wasn't your sim-lock that stopped your phone from working, but a disabled radio-chip. Don't think it would have worked on a t-mobile simcard either, i guess the way your phone was sim-unlocked just isn't compatible.
Similar problem
Hi, I am sorry for hijacking this thread, but I was looking for a solution to my problem and ended up here and you seem more than savvy, can you please advise me , I copied and pasted below the description of my problem taken out of my original thread. thanks
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How to Unlock Sim after unlocking BootLoader?
Hi, today I successfully unlocked the bootloader on my xperia x8 via flashtool put on custom kernel nAa 14 and miniCM7 Yay
Everything is fine apart that I want to change network because they have much better deals etc.
I went to the 3 network shop and tried to put in the Sim, it took it in loaded but wouldnt register with the network , in fact I tried last week when I was on stock kernel and gingerxperia and it asked for ''unlock code'', today it didn't ask for unlock code took it in but wont register.
I guess there must be some sim lock or something. I kindly ask you if you could give me and advice so I can be at peace.
Maybe it is unlocked but something to do with Radio pehaps nonetheless my current Network works fine.
here's my S1 LOG if any good. after unlocking BL of course
Welcome to S1 identify tool
16/09/2012 17:16:15
16/09/2012 17:16:15 TO CONNECT NEXT PHONES
16/09/2012 17:16:16 X10 Xperia,E10 Xperia Mini,E15 Xperia X8,U20 Xperia Mini Pro
16/09/2012 17:16:16 LT15 Xperia ARC,MT15 Xperia NEO,R800 Xperia PLAY
16/09/2012 17:16:16 PRESS AND HOLD "BACK" BUTTON...
16/09/2012 17:16:16
16/09/2012 17:16:16 PLEASE ATTACH TURNED OFF PHONE NOW
16/09/2012 17:16:16
16/09/2012 17:16:30
16/09/2012 17:16:30 RUNNING S1_EROM VER "r8A029"
16/09/2012 17:16:30 SOFTWARE AID: 0001
16/09/2012 17:16:30 LOADER AID: 0001
16/09/2012 17:16:33 FLASH ID: "0020/00BC"
16/09/2012 17:16:33 LOADER VERSION: "r4A060"
16/09/2012 17:16:33
16/09/2012 17:16:33 MODEL (from GDFS): E15i
16/09/2012 17:16:33 SOFTWARE VERSION: 1236-9291_2.1.1.A.0.6
16/09/2012 17:16:33 CUSTOM VERSION: 1241-3730_R2B
16/09/2012 17:16:33 FILESYSTEM VERSION: WORLD-1-8_2.1.1.A.0.6
16/09/2012 17:16:33 SERIAL NO: CB511S0EXH
16/09/2012 17:16:33
16/09/2012 17:16:33 SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE
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Hi, I am sorry for hijacking this thread, but I was looking for a solution to my problem and ended up here and you seem more than savvy, can you please advise me , I copied and pasted below the description of my problem taken out of my original thread. thanks
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16/09/2012 17:16:33
16/09/2012 17:16:33 SEMC SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE
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You've got a Sony Ericsson supplied simlock certificate, not one from a carrier, so your phone seems to be simlock-free. Not sure what is going on with the 3 network that it won't work on your phone.
SmG67 said:
You've got a Sony Ericsson supplied simlock certificate, not one from a carrier, so your phone seems to be simlock-free. Not sure what is going on with the 3 network that it won't work on your phone.
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Thanks for your reply
So what you are insinuating is that theoretically everything should be fine there hmmm, well I definitely needed an unlock code last week.
daithy said:
Thanks for your reply
So what you are insinuating is that theoretically everything should be fine there hmmm, well I definitely needed an unlock code last week.
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Yeh, it's a bit weird, because normally you get a simlock-not-recognised in S1Tool with simlocked phones, the SEMC Simlock certificate is the standard factory issued one, that is not touched by a carrier. maybe you could ask your previous provider if they could provide you with a code, but if it wasn't simlocked in the first place i don't think they can.
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Yeh, it's a bit weird, because normally you get a simlock-not-recognised in S1Tool with simlocked phones, the SEMC Simlock certificate is the standard factory issued one, that is not touched by a carrier. maybe you could ask your previous provider if they could provide you with a code, but if it wasn't simlocked in the first place i don't think they can.
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As a matter of fact I requested the unlock code 7 days ago before changing kernels and ROM, I am still waiting for it, but problem is that it doesn't ask for it no more, so the question is where do I put the unlock code once received from my network provider.
daithy said:
As a matter of fact I requested the unlock code 7 days ago before changing kernels and ROM, I am still waiting for it, but problem is that it doesn't ask for it no more, so the question is where do I put the unlock code once received from my network provider.
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It is possible that that feature is missing from the ROM, going back to stock will definitely let you input it, and once that is done you can go and do whatever you please
SmG67 said:
It is possible that that feature is missing from the ROM, going back to stock will definitely let you input it, and once that is done you can go and do whatever you please
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Ok, if I understand you correctly, I need to flash the stock kernel back on and put on gingerxperia rom I was using last week. then go to the shop shove in the SIM card it will ask for unlock code ,I will pop in the provided unlock code, reflash kernel back to nAa 14 restore my minicm7 and happily ever after?.....:cyclops:
So do I need to relock my bootloader or can I leave open without harming my device. just to be sure
daithy said:
Ok, if I understand you correctly, I need to flash the stock kernel back on and put on gingerxperia rom I was using last week. then go to the shop shove in the SIM card it will ask for unlock code ,I will pop in the provided unlock code, reflash kernel back to nAa 14 restore my minicm7 and happily ever after?.....:cyclops:
So do I need to relock my bootloader or can I leave open without harming my device. just to be sure
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yes, right on, if you got the unlock-dialog with that gingerxperia rom, it will work.
There is no need to ever lock the bootloader again, unless you somehow still have warranty and want to have the phone repaired. In that case, put original firmware back on and relock the bootloader
SmG67 said:
yes, right on, if you got the unlock-dialog with that gingerxperia rom, it will work.
There is no need to ever lock the bootloader again, unless you somehow still have warranty and want to have the phone repaired. In that case, put original firmware back on and relock the bootloader
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You Sir have been the most helpful, thanks for your help.
Leave the thread open as I will come back here in a fews days with the result, to help others experiencing the same problem.
BTW just tried my friends O2 sim and exactly the same issue as 3 Network sim. Unlock code bring it
Just a little update, today I reverted back to the awful stock kernel and put in the gingerXperia rev3 Rom and after being a few days on minicm7 yuck its really sluggish and cumbersome cant wait to go back to minicm7. Anyway tried to put in 3 network sim and its asking for the unlock code which is good. I should receive the code very soon tomorrow or the day after. Will keep you updated
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Just a little update, today I reverted back to the awful stock kernel and put in the gingerXperia rev3 Rom and after being a few days on minicm7 yuck its really sluggish and cumbersome cant wait to go back to minicm7. Anyway tried to put in 3 network sim and its asking for the unlock code which is good. I should receive the code very soon tomorrow or the day after. Will keep you updated
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As promised, only today did I receive the unlock code, shame on you Meteor, yes I will mention the name. Final result is success
It did work, exactly as advised.
thank you
Hi everybody! I'm new at this forum, i come from xperia x8 forum, and I have problems with custom kernels. I have a xperia Neo V, and I just cant connect the phone in fastboot mode. I'm not sure if it is properly bootloader-unlocked, as in the oficial sony's webpage it said that cdma devices cannot be unlocked (check http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/), and I think that is the standard in Europe isn't it? (I'm from spain). Also, I checked the service menu and it also indicates that the bootloader cannot be unlocked.
Anyway i tried through the testpin-s1 tool method and everything seemed to work fine, i got the output with the two lowercase "r", but not the messages showing the model, software version, custom version, filesystem version and serial number, as said in vimjam's guide (check the post regarding unlock BL here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1409269).
When I try to connect it in fastboot mode it just shows the sony ericsson logo and starts to charge, not showing any blue led. I know that this happens in locked devices, but the two lowecase "r" in s1 tool indicate that it is unlocked, so i dont understand... Can someone tell me if my phone is properly unlocked, or if custom kernels can be flashed connecting the device in flash mode (as it does work for me)? Thanks in advance
Eventhough your bootloader is now unlocked, your fastboot is still locked, you have sim-locked phone and you need to pay to unlock it.
ok, so you mean I have to sim-unlock my phone in adition to bl-unlock to connect it in fastboot mode? can this be done in wotanserver or i have to take it to some tech service?
danygarss said:
ok, so you mean I have to sim-unlock my phone in adition to bl-unlock to connect it in fastboot mode? can this be done in wotanserver or i have to take it to some tech service?
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Yes, you can use wotanserver.
Madfysh said:
Yes, you can use wotanserver.
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Hi,I managed to unlock my bootloader using msm7227_semc.cmd method.However when I tried to enter fastboot I couldnt
as my sim was locked.I paid for unlock via S1 tool and now have an unloked phone.However when I identify the phone to check
the status of the bootloader I only get one r "Look For Line RUNNING S1_EROM VER "r8A029" but the loader version has a
R .Is my bootloader still unlocked? I have tried getting into fastboot mode but nothing seems to happen.Can you please guide me?
Thanks for reading .Your reply is much appreciated.
Here is my question.
Are there any members, in this awesome community, that have SE Tool 2 and that can properly unlock my bootloader?
Here is a little more, if you need to know.
Initially
-X10A stock 2.1 and SIM locked to Rogers
-Unlocked bootloader using a guide by the_laser (Worked as intended! Showed SEMC Certificate)
-Rooted, installed Clockwork recovery and flashed to CM7, then tried CM9 later on. (Worked well, no issues).
-Decided to get SIM unlocked. (At local phone repair shop).
-Flashed back to stock 2.1. (The repair guy said only 2.1 was supported in order to SIM unlock).
-He SIM unlocked with 4SE. (Tried another non-Rogers SIM, worked as intended).
-I got home and checked with S1 tool, Not recognized SIM lock certificate! Use SE Tool 2.
-I tried to use Flashtool to unlock the bootloader however it complains about a certificate and aborts.
Now I`m stuck as I cannot reload any other ROM`s!
I`d like to know if anyone can assist me restore my SEMC certificate using SE Tool 2. I`ll gladly pay for the service!
Thanks guys and have a super day!
Edit: Running S1 tool shows:
PLEASE ATTACH TURNED OFF PHONE NOW
RUNNING S1_EROM VER "R8A033"
SOFTWARE AID: 0001
LOADER AID: 0001
FLASH ID: "002C/00B3"
LOADER VERSION: "R4A024"
MODEL (from GDFS): X10i
SOFTWARE VERSION: 1227-4612_2.1.A.0.435
CUSTOM VERSION: 1232-9897_R8B
FILESYSTEM VERSION: WORLD-1-4-8_2.1.A.0.435
SERIAL NO: CB511K106G
NOT RECOGNIZED SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE
MAYBE YOU SHOULD UNLOCK PHONE BY SETOOL2 ?
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SS-XIII said:
Here is my question.
Are there any members, in this awesome community, that have SE Tool 2 and that can properly unlock my bootloader.
Here is a little more, if you need to know.
Initially
-X10A stock 2.1 and SIM locked to Rogers
-Unlocked bootloader using a guide by the_laser (Worked as intended! Showed SEMC Certificate)
-Rooted, installed Clockwork recovery and flashed to CM7, then tried CM9 later on. (Worked well, no issues).
-Decided to get SIM unlocked. (At local phone repair shop).
-Flashed back to stock 2.1. (The repair guy said only 2.1 was supported in order to SIM unlock).
-He SIM unlocked with 4SE. (Tried another non-Rogers SIM, worked as intended).
-I got home and checked with S1 tool, Not recognized SIM lock certificate! Use SE Tool 2.
Now I`m stuck as I cannot reload any other ROM`s!
I`d like to know if anyone can assist me restore my SEMC certificate using SE Tool 2. I`ll gladly pay for the service!
Thanks guys and have a super day!
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Do not use those tools if used wrong it could mess uo your network. use this guide:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1821750 and ONLY flashtools from now on.
mine shows Not recognized SIM lock certificate and the bootloader is unlocked... you got a "r" or a "R" on RUNNING S1_EROM FROM VER "#8A02$" ????
SS-XIII said:
Here is my question.
Are there any members, in this awesome community, that have SE Tool 2 and that can properly unlock my bootloader.
Here is a little more, if you need to know.
Initially
-X10A stock 2.1 and SIM locked to Rogers
-Unlocked bootloader using a guide by the_laser (Worked as intended! Showed SEMC Certificate)
-Rooted, installed Clockwork recovery and flashed to CM7, then tried CM9 later on. (Worked well, no issues).
-Decided to get SIM unlocked. (At local phone repair shop).
-Flashed back to stock 2.1. (The repair guy said only 2.1 was supported in order to SIM unlock).
-He SIM unlocked with 4SE. (Tried another non-Rogers SIM, worked as intended).
-I got home and checked with S1 tool, Not recognized SIM lock certificate! Use SE Tool 2.
Now I`m stuck as I cannot reload any other ROM`s!
I`d like to know if anyone can assist me restore my SEMC certificate using SE Tool 2. I`ll gladly pay for the service!
Thanks guys and have a super day!
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Do not use those tools if used wrong it could mess uo your network. use this guide:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1821750 and ONLY flashtools from now on.
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-I read your tutorial and I agree with your method on using Flashtool for unlocking the bootloader. I didn't use that option a few years ago when I first started becoming an Android user. Either way, I'm stuck with the big "R" as seen in S1 tool. Thanks for the reply.
sergio_f said:
mine shows Not recognized SIM lock certificate and the bootloader is unlocked... you got a "r" or a "R" on RUNNING S1_EROM FROM VER "#8A02$" ????
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-I just added the output from S1 tool to my original post. Yes, I now have the big "R". I had the little "r" before I took the phone in for SIM unlocking. I wonder if his computer made a back-up of the original certificate. If so, perhaps it can be put back into the phone some how. Thanks for the reply.
sorry my question, only now i saw your log showing the big R
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-I just added the output from S1 tool to my original post. Yes, I now have the big "R". I had the little "r" before I took the phone in for SIM unlocking. I wonder if his computer made a back-up of the original certificate. If so, perhaps it can be put back into the phone some how. Thanks for the reply.
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ok
only now i saw your log showing the big R
i bought mine in second hand, i think it was unlocked the bootloader before purchase , then i made a sim unlock and i had no problems with it
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only now i saw your log showing the big R
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Hello guys.. Firstly am a noob. i really need help. got question to ask from you guys. recently i try to install custom jelly bean to my x10.
Along way to do that i made a mistake. now my x10 lost radio capability.
it will ask for SIM NETWORK UNLOCK CODE each time i reboot.
theres a lot threads similar to my issue.yes i know. the different is my x10 bootloader is unlockable.
so i cant relock the bootloader like suggested from other threads. i've tried with SEtool. nothing to restore it says.
i think its happen becoz i try to unlock my bootloader TWICE while i didnt realize my bootloader is unlockable. well am a noob..
can anybody help me with this issue please?
With new XPERIA smartphones you are not able to use PC Companion(PCC) or Sony Ericcsson Update Service(SEUS) when the bootloader is unlocked to restore the official firmware.
However, the XPERIA X10i is able to restore the firmware via PCC or SEUS, whether the bootloader is locked or unlocked.
Have you tried following the instructions to restore the phone firmware using PCC or SEUS supplied by Sony Mobile with the phone attached to a PC?
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You did check if the bootloader could be unlocked in the service menu first?
*#*#7378423#*#*
Service Info - > SIM Lock -> [] SIM 0
Dr Goodvibes said:
With new XPERIA smartphones you are not able to use PC Companion(PCC) or Sony Ericcsson Update Service(SEUS) when the bootloader is unlocked to restore the official firmware.
However, the XPERIA X10i is able to restore the firmware via PCC or SEUS, whether the bootloader is locked or unlocked.
Have you tried following the instructions to restore the phone firmware using PCC or SEUS supplied by Sony Mobile with the phone attached to a PC?
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You did check if the bootloader could be unlocked in the service menu first?
*#*#7378423#*#*
Service Info - > SIM Lock -> [] SIM 0
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yeah i tried to restore the phone firmware using both PCC and SEUS.its not working. no new update for your phone/your phone is up to date.
even with repair the answer still the same.
service info - SIM lock :
[ ] Network 5
[ ] Network subset 5
[ ] Service provider 5
[ ] Corporate 5
[ ] SIM 0
And my location & security - lock SIM card is permanent "checked."
already disable it using SIM with pin. reboot,again it is checked.
any idea so i can fix this?
if you ask me how do i know whether my bootloader can be unlock or not i did check it with sony website.
also with setool after doing some research from here mostly.well after my x10 loss its radio capability of course.
Zonan.PC said:
if you ask me how do i know whether my bootloader can be unlock or not i did check it with sony website.
also with setool after doing some research from here mostly.well after my x10 loss its radio capability of course.
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I have exactly same issue like u and tried everything on here ..no luck
scorpion100 said:
I have exactly same issue like u and tried everything on here ..no luck
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Yeah, anyone had any breakthroughs, this just happened to me