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Error: “Not Registered on Network”
SGS III have JB 4.1.1 (I9300XXDLI8) ROM/baseband, rooted with CF-Root/TWRP.
I was running the above ROM with some sort of (probably) Soft unlocking done by a local mobile repair shop. Anyway, recently I decided to try out one of the custom ROM i.e. Omega 32.1 (JB 4.1.1) and before proceeding any further I made a full backup on SD card with TWRP.
I downloaded and flashed Omega 32.1, thinking that I can always go back if something doesn’t work out. Anyway, long and the short of it, when I restored my S3 through TWRP restore, I found out that it isn’t connecting with my mobile network i.e. Warid Tel with the error “Not Registered on Network”.
By the way I also happen to have the factory unlock code for this SGS3, but unfortunately all the USSD codes I've tried to enter it, doesn't work.
Although, I guess I can take it back and get it re-unlocked again, but that isn’t going to allow me to install custom roms.
Can anyone guide me how to fix this situation, any tips, help, will be highly appreciated.
Regards
Babur
Megneto said:
Error: “Not Registered on Network”
SGS III have JB 4.1.1 (I9300XXDLI8) ROM/baseband, rooted with CF-Root/TWRP.
I was running the above ROM with some sort of (probably) Soft unlocking done by a local mobile repair shop. Anyway, recently I decided to try out one of the custom ROM i.e. Omega 32.1 (JB 4.1.1) and before proceeding any further I made a full backup on SD card with TWRP.
I downloaded and flashed Omega 32.1, thinking that I can always go back if something doesn’t work out. Anyway, long and the short of it, when I restored my S3 through TWRP restore, I found out that it isn’t connecting with my mobile network i.e. Warid Tel with the error “Not Registered on Network”.
By the way I also happen to have the factory unlock code for this SGS3, but unfortunately all the USSD codes I've tried to enter it, doesn't work.
Although, I guess I can take it back and get it re-unlocked again, but that isn’t going to allow me to install custom roms.
Can anyone guide me how to fix this situation, any tips, help, will be highly appreciated.
Regards
Babur
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Check your IMEI number.
Has it changed?
eggman89 said:
Check your IMEI number.
Has it changed?
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No it hasn't changed.
The problem was the original "soft unlock"
Megneto said:
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I was running the above ROM with some sort of (probably) Soft unlocking done by a local mobile repair shop. Anyway, recently I decided to try out one of the custom ROM i.e. Omega 32.1 (JB 4.1.1) and before proceeding any further I made a full backup on SD card with TWRP.
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The problem was the original "soft unlock" - some of those (I believe even some early that were made by NSPro) are rather poor and are based on flashing a special modem binary. You will be able to fix it if you search around for the fix posted by Ariza (even if I believe something happened to the original post).
I am trying to find the fix by Ariza, but so far nothing has turned up. Also, if I search for the user "Ariza" it doesn't help either. Do you remember exact member alias?
Also, does that fix result in permanent resolution of the issue?
Or, is it better to get rid of this SGS3, and get factor unlocked version?
Thanks for your help and patience.
Edit:
I forgot to mention in OP that it correctly identifies the network when I check Status of the device.
Edit 2:
I was able to get hold of the guy who actually did the 'soft' unlocking in the first place, and he confirmed that it was done using NSPro (through Dongle) and is willing to do it again.
But the issue is, it will restrict me to JB 4.1.1 and I can't install any custom ROM.
Hmm ...
Megneto said:
I am trying to find the fix by Ariza, but so far nothing has turned up. Also, if I search for the user "Ariza" it doesn't help either. Do you remember exact member alias?
Also, does that fix result in permanent resolution of the issue?
Or, is it better to get rid of this SGS3, and get factor unlocked version?
Thanks for your help and patience.
Edit:
I forgot to mention in OP that it correctly identifies the network when I check Status of the device.
Edit 2:
I was able to get hold of the guy who actually did the 'soft' unlocking in the first place, and he confirmed that it was done using NSPro (through Dongle) and is willing to do it again.
But the issue is, it will restrict me to JB 4.1.1 and I can't install any custom ROM.
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The thread was this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1918601
(in a post towards end I have some of the stuff from the forum where you had to register in order to get the files, and you might still recover some of those links - apparently those are patched versions of the corresponding stock modems which no longer check some of the information from nv_data.bin; you will need to add that modem after each major ROM change).
If you only plan to use 4.1.1 and not upgrade then NsPro should be OK, otherwise you either need a "subscription" to the services of that guy
Thank you for the help. I will go through that thread soon.
I've have also looked at this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1705650 by UpInTheAir. I have installed android SDK for Winx64 and successfully extracted modem.bin (as a test). I think I'll get the phone back to that guy, so he can patch the modem with NSPro again, once that is done, I'll extract the modem, repackage it so I can install it with CWM and test whether that can eventually help me in experimenting with other ROMs.
I will keep you posted on my progress.
Again thank you for your valued help.
Kind regards.
Babur
Having tried the method mentioned in my previous post, I finally gave up and took the phone for repair.
What transpired from thereon is interesting and confusing. As according to Mr. Repair 'serial number and IMEI' were repaired, nothing more. In fact I extracted the modem and compared it with the one I have, they are exactly same no patch applied.
However, both IMEI and serial number were showing correctly prior to the repair, and even after repair they are same (I double checked those with the original invoice/phone box etc.). So I am not sure how they were damaged when they were showing correctly.
Update:
I've sold the unit question, as I felt not to take any more risks with it, and bought an factory unlocked SGS3. Hopefully I will not face any problems with playing around with custom ROMs from hereon in.
Thank you and kind regards to all.
Babur
Hi, my Imei is corrupted, I flashed a custom rom, and I lost my efs/imei, now my IMEI is 0049..and can't do anything.
My best friend has got the same mobile (Galaxy i9300 s3), and he gave to me his efs folder and a back up, I tried to fix my S3 with it, and it doesn't work, when I reboot the nv_data.bin and md5 are generated by the SO, and they are not the same as I copied from my friend.
I have tried to recover it by all ways, s2 guides, recover your imei in 9 steps..but it does not work.
I also tried stock rom, and it is impossible I cannot get a "normal" imei, always 0049..
Any ideas?I need the phone as soon as possible, that is why I don't want to send it to SAT, here in Spain are 15/20 days for repairing T.T
I hope you can help me, Thanks!
PD: If you are here to say I stolen the phone, please DON'T post anything, because I really need it and I payed for it as you DID! :good:
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Hi, my Imei is corrupted, I flashed a custom rom, and I lost my efs/imei, now my IMEI is 0049..and can't do anything.
My best friend has got the same mobile (Galaxy i9300 s3), and he gave to me his efs folder and a back up, I tried to fix my S3 with it, and it doesn't work, when I reboot the nv_data.bin and md5 are generated by the SO, and they are not the same as I copied from my friend.
I have tried to recover it by all ways, s2 guides, recover your imei in 9 steps..but it does not work.
I also tried stock rom, and it is impossible I cannot get a "normal" imei, always 0049..
Any ideas?I need the phone as soon as possible, that is why I don't want to send it to SAT, here in Spain are 15/20 days for repairing T.T
I hope you can help me, Thanks!
PD: If you are here to say I stolen the phone, please DON'T post anything, because I really need it and I payed for it as you DID! :good:
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What rom did you try to flash? I've flashed many many rooms and never had an issue like this.
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pepu said:
Hi, my Imei is corrupted, I flashed a custom rom, and I lost my efs/imei, now my IMEI is 0049..and can't do anything.
My best friend has got the same mobile (Galaxy i9300 s3), and he gave to me his efs folder and a back up, I tried to fix my S3 with it, and it doesn't work, when I reboot the nv_data.bin and md5 are generated by the SO, and they are not the same as I copied from my friend.
I have tried to recover it by all ways, s2 guides, recover your imei in 9 steps..but it does not work.
I also tried stock rom, and it is impossible I cannot get a "normal" imei, always 0049..
Any ideas?I need the phone as soon as possible, that is why I don't want to send it to SAT, here in Spain are 15/20 days for repairing T.T
I hope you can help me, Thanks!
PD: If you are here to say I stolen the phone, please DON'T post anything, because I really need it and I payed for it as you DID! :good:
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Do not flash another phone's EFS, it's duplicating IMEI, is illegal and is not allowed on XDA. Even the discussion of it.
If you didn't have a EFS backup for your phone and tried some guides already, there's not much you can do. Send it back to samsung?
My SIII just received OTA update to I9300xxemg4 and now the phone is going crazy. the wifi just continuously reconnects. the cell signal is terrible and keeps losing service and of course the battery is draining completey in 4-5 hours i'm sure because everything keeps constantly reconnecting. i went into boot loader and cleared cache and it didn't help. the phone has never been modified ever anybody have any ideas on what to do to fix it? i came on here looking for the right firmware to roll it back to 4.1.1 but after searching looks like i can't roll back to anything earlier than the mg4 because i'll lose imei number, any help is definately appreciated.
There's a thread over in the General forum - *** ATTENTION *** STOCK FIRMWARE I9300XXEMG4 -> Changes EFS Folder - I presume that's where you found the info? If not, have a read of it.
There was also a zip posted there that you could use to flash once you rolled the phone back to a previous version.
If you don't have a backup of EFS take the phone to your dealer and tell them the OTA stuffed it. I think it will need a rebuild because you can't roll it back without aprevious EFS backup. (it's too late to do it now)
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There's a thread over in the General forum - *** ATTENTION *** STOCK FIRMWARE I9300XXEMG4 -> Changes EFS Folder - I presume that's where you found the info? If not, have a read of it.
There was also a zip posted there that you could use to flash once you rolled the phone back to a previous version.
If you don't have a backup of EFS take the phone to your dealer and tell them the OTA stuffed it. I think it will need a rebuild because you can't roll it back without aprevious EFS backup. (it's too late to do it now)
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yea that was the post i was reading was hoping somebody would have some idea's on how to get it working right as is, also unfortunately i am the dealer sort of i work for the company this handset is the test unit i was shipped to make sure it was network compatible then i handed it to the wife to use, she's none to pleased at the moment
Maybe try downloading the update and use Odin to flash it from your computer? If you haven't used Odin, basically you unzip the file, then use Odin to connect your phone in Download mode and flash it that way. Read up on the process in the stickies at Stickies Roll Up - I think that's where it all is now.
I've searched these forums for hours yesterday trying to find someone who has had a similar problem-maybe I am alone in this. Anyway, here goes:
I recently got my phone back from a repair shop-I suffered SDS. On return, the phone was running I9300XXEMA5 at the type-a Turkish variant. It seemed to be rooted-it had an SU program on there. Foolishly, I decided to move up to a BTU firmware that had XXEMG4. So, I moved to that stock firmware. While my IMEI and SN remain the same, I can only make emergency calls. I read about the changes that were brought about by XXEMG4 in terms of EFS. I neglected to make a backup beforehand, so I have since then been rolling forward-the last one I tried was a Chilean firmware with MH2. Doing this has brought about a slight improvement-my phone number was not registering before, but now it is. I still cannot make or receive calls though.
I am going to try a German Vodafone stock firmware with modem MJ1. I hope it works. Also, another thing: maybe it might be the SIM? I was using a full sized SIM from AT&T (my carrier) in my old phone when it was deactivated by the carrier when I went in to get a new micro SIM to put back in my S3. Could that cause a problem? I'm going to get another one from them today and see if that is the problem.
In the meantime, do any of you have any suggestions? The zuluman patch I hear does not work on firmware past July.
EDIT: I have read the sticky posted here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2393289, but I don't see any info about "no network" that pertains to my case.
Hello.I had the same problem like yours and i try this custom rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1663656 (the android 4.1.2 version )
Try this,you don't have nothong to lose.I hope this will help you too.
Edit.flash this in recovery and this should help you
http://www52.zippyshare.com/v/14169396/file.html
Ariza patch doesn't work past July. Zuluman is a rework that does but these are only for serial number 0000 problems
Can't really say a lot else on this. You say there's nothing about "no network" in the sticky but actually its all about "no network".
Lots of words in post 1 here but no details do can't really help
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@rootSU:
I see. Thank you for your help, though I think you misunderstood me-I said I did not see anything that seemed to cover my case (SN/IMEI ok->"no network"). But, maybe I missed something there.
@L0sT19: I'll give these a shot if the MJ1 update doesn't work.
Thanks all.
Oh ok. Apologies then
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No problem.
UPDATE: Bumping up to the German Vodaphone with MJ1 didn't improve the situation. Also, the SIM works fine in another phone, so I don't think the SIM is suspect. I never had to unlock this phone (why would I need to do so? Moreover, it worked fine before SDS when I swapped between my regular AT&T and an international SIM I use for travelling)-maybe I need to do that now?
In the meantime, I am going to give L0St19's modem patch a go. If that does not work, I will try a custom ROM.
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Ariza patch doesn't work past July. Zuluman is a rework that does but these are only for serial number 0000 problems
Can't really say a lot else on this. You say there's nothing about "no network" in the sticky but actually its all about "no network".
Lots of words in post 1 here but no details do can't really help
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AFAIK there is a modded XXEMG4 modem somewhere that in fact fixes network problem if you can't connect to it even with proper IMEI and efs v1/v2.
My friend had such problem and I couldn't get what may caused that, efs is fine, IMEI is fine and no network at all. I just made a research and we're talking about same thing - patch from zuluman. Trust me @rootSU, it works even in such weird situations, not only 0000 problem.
However don't ask me why because even I have no idea. However if you run out of options with this problem try it -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46585257&postcount=779
Firstly read carefully whole thread
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AFAIK there is a modded XXEMG4 modem somewhere that in fact fixes network problem if you can't connect to it even with proper IMEI and efs v1/v2.
My friend had such problem and I couldn't get what may caused that, efs is fine, IMEI is fine and no network at all. I just made a research and we're talking about same thing - patch from zuluman. Trust me @rootSU, it works even in such weird situations, not only 0000 problem.
However don't ask me why because even I have no idea. However if you run out of options with this problem try it -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=46585257&postcount=779
Firstly read carefully whole thread
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Hello JustArchi! I will take a look at that too. Thanks!
In the meantime, I have another update: I dropped back down to where it all started: a BTU I9300XXEMG4. After flashing, then doing a factory reset, it looks like things have improved again. However, this improvement is questionable: I consistently get a "Selected Network (AT&T) not available" message appearing. I thought it might be the SIM again, so I went to swap SIMs at the telco. No change-same result.
I'm beginning to think that the modem is not compatible for my part of the world (North America-US). I can't go back because I am no efs2 and I did not back up my efs1. My question now is: are there any modems past (or including) MG4 that will work here in the US?
Ok, JustArchi, I tried the patch, but when I applied it to modem.bin, and tried to flash with Odin, it fails. Going to try and fix that and try again.
Download my flashable .zip -> https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/23869279/Temp/xxemg4.zip
Delete modem.bin from that, put your patched one. Now repack everything through 7-zip -> zip, deflate fastest compression. Now flash this .zip through (cwm) recovery, it will pass.
Maybe Odin doesn't like modified modems.
Ok, got it! I flashed this one. The flash was successful, but the problem remains. Thank you for your help though.
Modem.bin is fine with Odin, but there may have been something in the patch that it didn't like. I don't understand it-only two bytes changed.
Moreover, I've noticed that with this modem patch, the phone number becomes "Unknown". This seems to be a step down unfortunately.
Just flash my original xxemg4 then. Unfortunately I won't be able to help you further because honestly I don't know what may cause such issue.
Good luck tho.
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Just flash my original xxemg4 then. Unfortunately I won't be able to help you further because honestly I don't know what may cause such issue.
Good luck tho.
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Thank you for your help. I'm going to talk to mobiletechvideos.com about this. If I can't get help through them, this phone is going on eBay for spare parts. It's beginning to look like a lovely brick-it's a shame I'm not in the construction business.
The phone number always appear as unknown!!
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The phone number always appear as unknown!!
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That is normal
Ok, I see. After swapping the SIM in and out, the phone number actually comes back. Does anyone know exactly when the new format appeared? If it is F6, I am thinking about going back to that-see if that changes anything.
XXEMG4+ EFS V2. Pre-XXEMG4 EFS V1.
Ah ok. So G4 is where it started.
Now, here's another question-is it possible this modem does not work at all in my part of the world? (North America-USA).
Possible? Yes.
There are EFS v2 modems in general > sticky roll-up thread > imei /efs
There's an aroma package containing mg2, mg4 and mh1
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I'll take a look at that sticky. I asked because someone had asked in a similar thread if that modem would work in the OP's country. I took this from a BTU (British Telecom), so I think it might not work. It's strange: before the SDS, I had a British firmware and ran it with no problem. Mind, I loaded this firmware almost a year ago to the month. A lot must have changed since-and for the worst apparently.
Hello People
Again, I'm with problems with my S3 since the one time decided to test a custom ROM which turned out to screw my IMEI and got to it back working with BOX in repair service.
I n order to see if the BOX fix did actually solve my signal problem, it was suggested to me in a previous post that I flash the same stock rom via ODIN. Before that, I backed up current EFS as well.
Unfortunately, it seems the problem wasn't entirely solved. Same as before: both my IMEI and S/N are untouched (S/N does not coincide with S/N in the back of phone) and though it says I have a full signal, I'm not registered in network and i can't make or receive calls, sms, etc. Even though I restored the EFS folder, nothing happens.
I really wish not to go back to repair service again. What else can I do about this? Many thanks and excuse my rant. Hope I was thorough and clear on the problem. I also have a EFSv2_basebands_opt4.zip file I downloaded somewhere in xda . Would that help?
Many thanks.
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Hello People
Again, I'm with problems with my S3 since the one time decided to test a custom ROM which turned out to screw my IMEI and got to it back working with BOX in repair service.
I n order to see if the BOX fix did actually solve my signal problem, it was suggested to me in a previous post that I flash the same stock rom via ODIN. Before that, I backed up current EFS as well.
Unfortunately, it seems the problem wasn't entirely solved. Same as before: both my IMEI and S/N are untouched (S/N does not coincide with S/N in the back of phone) and though it says I have a full signal, I'm not registered in network and i can't make or receive calls, sms, etc. Even though I restored the EFS folder, nothing happens.
I really wish not to go back to repair service again. What else can I do about this? Many thanks and excuse my rant. Hope I was thorough and clear on the problem. I also have a EFSv2_basebands_opt4.zip file I downloaded somewhere in xda . Would that help?
Many thanks.
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Flash a patched modem and kernel from here >> https://drive.google.com/folderview...sharing&tid=0B6MIUd7HJudAbU5YaGkzOUowMG8#list << see if that works if it doesyou will always need to use the patched files.
Thanks tallman43! I'll try that. Also, I noticed now that the EFS folder is EMPTY :/. and the backup .tar I made with CWM says it's 0 bytes? wtf?
still, in phone info, imei and s/n are there. weird?
THANK YOU
Flash a patched modem and kernel from here >> https://drive.google.com/folderview?...kzOUowMG8#list << see if that works if it doesyou will always need to use the patched files.
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Your recommendation worked like a charm. My signal is up and running normally. MANY THANKS tallman43.
Lastly, even if I sometime I decide to try out a custom ROM (unlikely at the moment, but who knows?), I still have to flash patched kernel&modem? or in case of factory reset (I will be selling the phone soon) ?That custom really messed up my phone...
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Your recommendation worked like a charm. My signal is up and running normally. MANY THANKS tallman43.
Lastly, even if I sometime I decide to try out a custom ROM (unlikely at the moment, but who knows?), I still have to flash patched kernel&modem? or in case of factory reset (I will be selling the phone soon) ?That custom really messed up my phone...
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Yes you will always need them.
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Flash a patched modem and kernel from here >> https://drive.google.com/folderview...sharing&tid=0B6MIUd7HJudAbU5YaGkzOUowMG8#list << see if that works if it doesyou will always need to use the patched files.
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Yes you will always need them.
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I would still like to solve the problem at its roots: to fix the "not registered in network" problem whenever factory reset or stock ROM flash via odin is done. That is simply not normal. I might be selling the phone soon and the new user won't most probably know he/she would have to apply a patched kernel or etc.. ( let alone about rooting the phone).
Basically, bring the phone back to it's original sound state before I tried out the custom ROM. What can I do about that?
Hope I'm not being annoying.. just trying to get to the bottom of things
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I would still like to solve the problem at its roots: to fix the "not registered in network" problem whenever factory reset or stock ROM flash via odin is done. That is simply not normal. I might be selling the phone soon and the new user won't most probably know he/she would have to apply a patched kernel or etc.. ( let alone about rooting the phone).
Basically, bring the phone back to it's original sound state before I tried out the custom ROM. What can I do about that?
Hope I'm not being annoying.. just trying to get to the bottom of things
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There is nothing you can do without your original efs backup.Only a service repair can fix it.
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There is nothing you can do without your original efs backup.Only a service repair can fix it.
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Understood. I think I have the original EFS in my SD, though I tried replacing it once and it didn't work out... I suppose I'll have to make do. Thanks for everything man
Flashing modem with Ariza patch was bad idea. Your efs folder is screwed up now and you are addicted to constantly flash this dirty workaround.
If anyone have problems with registering in network please check your device serial number first. It must be the same as on the sticker under battery. If it's not then type *#0011# and check info under IMEI CERT. If there is FAIL info then you should use any box ie Z3X to correct phone's serial number. It takes only few minutes and is cheap. It's better long-term way than patching and permanently destroying your efs informations.
If you have backup then you should flash normal modem and restore original efs partition. Then find any GSM service center with box and tell them to fix serial number. It shouldn't cost more then 5-10 dollars.
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SirKunon said:
Flashing modem with Ariza patch was bad idea. Your efs folder is screwed up now and you are addicted to constantly flash this dirty workaround.
If anyone have problems with registering in network please check your device serial number first. It must be the same as on the sticker under battery. If it's not then type *#0011# and check info under IMEI CERT. If there is FAIL info then you should use any box ie Z3X to correct phone's serial number. It takes only few minutes and is cheap. It's better long-term way than patching and permanently destroying your efs informations.
If you have backup then you should flash normal modem and restore original efs partition. Then find any GSM service center with box and tell them to fix serial number. It shouldn't cost more then 5-10 dollars.
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I have never flashed the Ariza patch nor have I even mentioned it on my previous posts explaining the problem. Fixing the s/n issue is indeed adviseable, but paying to correct s/n using box here where I live is ASTRONOMICALLY expensive. They should answer for never having fixed it, but they won't. Here is a hell of a lot more than 5-10 dollars, unfortunately.
Believe me , I'm no happier in applying this sorry fix every time I want to factory reset or upgrade, etc; it's the only option I have left at the moment.
Those files you have flashed, I mean kernel and modem are patched with Ariza's method. It is called Ariza patch and it is latest solution you should take to resurrect your phone because it is a destructive one.
Sorry to hear that you can't repair it as it should be especially if you want to sell this device.
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SirKunon said:
Flashing modem with Ariza patch was bad idea. Your efs folder is screwed up now and you are addicted to constantly flash this dirty workaround.
If anyone have problems with registering in network please check your device serial number first. It must be the same as on the sticker under battery. If it's not then type *#0011# and check info under IMEI CERT. If there is FAIL info then you should use any box ie Z3X to correct phone's serial number. It takes only few minutes and is cheap. It's better long-term way than patching and permanently destroying your efs informations.
If you have backup then you should flash normal modem and restore original efs partition. Then find any GSM service center with box and tell them to fix serial number. It shouldn't cost more then 5-10 dollars.
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SirKunon said:
Those files you have flashed, I mean kernel and modem are patched with Ariza's method. It is called Ariza patch and it is latest solution you should take to resurrect your phone because it is a destructive one.
Sorry to hear that you can't repair it as it should be especially if you want to sell this device.
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oh... well, that I didn't know :$ SirKunon. I understand and totally agree with you on everything. I'll see maybe if I can find some place cheaper for getting it repaired... Many thanks
hi i was wondering if you guys can help me,i have your problem but i have an efs backup,but i cant seem to be able to restore my imei,i tried Ktool,efs professional,nothing seems to work,i should mention that the efs backup was from a Samsung 4.1.2 stock now my phone is on CM11
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rhrs1987 said:
Hello People
Again, I'm with problems with my S3 since the one time decided to test a custom ROM which turned out to screw my IMEI and got to it back working with BOX in repair service.
I n order to see if the BOX fix did actually solve my signal problem, it was suggested to me in a previous post that I flash the same stock rom via ODIN. Before that, I backed up current EFS as well.
Unfortunately, it seems the problem wasn't entirely solved. Same as before: both my IMEI and S/N are untouched (S/N does not coincide with S/N in the back of phone) and though it says I have a full signal, I'm not registered in network and i can't make or receive calls, sms, etc. Even though I restored the EFS folder, nothing happens.
I really wish not to go back to repair service again. What else can I do about this? Many thanks and excuse my rant. Hope I was thorough and clear on the problem. I also have a EFSv2_basebands_opt4.zip file I downloaded somewhere in xda . Would that help?
Many thanks.
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May i ask a few questions about your problem?
Which version were you using when you desided to use a custom rom?
Was your phone ever rooted before installing a custom rom (when you were on official)
Did you upgrade your phone before? (Official via ota or odin)
thewalekk said:
May i ask a few questions about your problem?
Which version were you using when you desided to use a custom rom?
Was your phone ever rooted before installing a custom rom (when you were on official)
Did you upgrade your phone before? (Official via ota or odin)
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I was on 4.2.2 leaked version ROM some guy installed at a repair service some time ago when the phone belonged to my mother. I was actually rooted using the CF AutoRoot method, with Philz CWM recovery. I decided to change to a custom 4.3 without having changed first to a stock 4.3.
The problem came when, within the custom ROM's aroma installer, I ticked an option to upgrade the modem to some build I can't remember now and my signal became screwed up. I informed this in the developer's custom rom discussion thread about the issue to which he replied that the problem was that the EFS folder tried to convert from v1 to v2 and failed (this was when I learned of the whole efs version folder change since build XXX (don't remember).
I download a stock unbranded 4.3 ROM and flashed it via ODIN, believing that would solve the issue; it didn't. Finally, I became desperate and took it to a repair service where they used box. Apparently, late did I notice s/n was not the same as the one in the back of phone. I'm guessing that would solve the problem? I don't know.
i am sorry for your loss . i wish you had all that info you learned before a try and fail. now that your imei number is a clon number, and once a box tempers with that you cant go back even if you have your orijinal efs folder or backup. you should always have that 2 patched modem and kernel files on your sd card just incase. you can use custom 4.3 with the patched files and get a signal but you will always have some lags after some time because of the kernel. and lucky you samsung stopped updating s3 officially because patched files are only for 4.3. if you dont have a desire to use custom 4.4.4 kitkat roms then you are good to go and when it comes to sell the device, the price will be much lower then an original s3.
thewalekk said:
May i ask a few questions about your problem?
Which version were you using when you desided to use a custom rom?
Was your phone ever rooted before installing a custom rom (when you were on official)
Did you upgrade your phone before? (Official via ota or odin)
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thewalekk said:
i am sorry for your loss . i wish you had all that info you learned before a try and fail. now that your imei number is a clon number, and once a box tempers with that you cant go back even if you have your orijinal efs folder or backup. you should always have that 2 patched modem and kernel files on your sd card just incase. you can use custom 4.3 with the patched files and get a signal but you will always have some lags after some time because of the kernel. and lucky you samsung stopped updating s3 officially because patched files are only for 4.3. if you dont have a desire to use custom 4.4.4 kitkat roms then you are good to go and when it comes to sell the device, the price will be much lower then an original s3.
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Well, actually, IMEI didn't get cloned; of that I'm certain. IMEI is just the same as it was before I took it for the first time to repair service. It was the S/N that got changed somehow. Should I get them to correct the S/N, and use the original EFS folder (I found it, i think), would that correct all problems?
S/N number is the same with imei number as when you dial *#06# . And as i said before you cant go back even if you have your original efs folder. Dial *#06# and check your imei number from an " imei check site " you can find on google search. That will tell you what i mean.
There are: IMEI, device serial number and Android serial number. First two numbers are on the sticker in battery Bay. They must be correct because are used to authorize IMEI certificate.
Samsung's IMEI begins from 35.....
Serial number usually from RF......
If you see serial number in HEX format in phone's info section, something like f1abcadef1.. than it is android not device serial number and this mean troubles with authorize SIM card in operator network, even if it shows proper signal power.
I don't know there is any secret code to display serial number but there is plenty of phone's info apps in playstore which displays this alphanumeric string.
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