::.:: Frequently Asked Questions About BlackBerry phones ::.::
Some Information About All BlackBerry phones
## How To Check firmware Version?
To check the firmware version of your Blackberry simply navigate it’s menu:-
Goto SETTINGS or OPTIONS then ABOUT
Images of firmware version [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
## How To Connect Phone With Pc.??
connect your phone to pc with data cable (same motorola v3 usb cable)
##To update the software on your Handheld or update the BlackBerry Desktop Manager software on your computer:
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Download the Handheld Software to your computer.
Install the Handheld Software onto your computer.
Check the box next to “Yes, I want to start the Application Loader (or Desktop Manager)”, and click Finish.
If Application Loader doesn’t launch, you can launch it by navigating to C:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\AppLoader. Double click on the file named Loader.exe.
Connect your handheld to the computer with the USB data cable.
Follow the on-screen instructions to update the software on your Handheld.
If you also want to update the Desktop Manager software, download the Desktop Manager Software to your computer. Choose the Desktop Manager version depending on if you need multi-language and Media Manager support.
Install the new Desktop Manager onto your computer.
##BlackBerry Operating System Downloads
download link [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
and dont forget to Delete the vendor.xml file located in c:\program files\common files\research in motion\apploader
##how to check Vendor ID (operator)??
Press group Key: ALT+Cap+H ->>>Vendor ID
##how to reset blackberry password??
enter wrong code 10 times your phone will reset code after enter (blackberry) in case of code that's all
##How do I determine if my BlackBerry is "unlocked"?
To determine if your BlackBerry is "unlocked" for use on carriers other than for which it is branded:
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1. On your BlackBerry, go to Options > Advanced Options > Sim Card.
2. At that screen type MEPD (see note below) on your keyboard. A new menu will pop up.
If your BlackBerry has a SureType keyboard (71xx and 81xx devices) you will need to double-tap the P, so the actual keys entered become M E P P D.
3. Look for Network in the list.
4. If your device is "unlocked", it should say Disabled or Inactive. If it says Active, it's still locked to that carrier
##To obtain an unlock code for your BlackBerry:
You will need to know your IMEI number for your BB. Look at Options, Status. The IMEI may also be found on the white sticker under the battery (sometimes hard to read--make sure you read it right!). or need to know Vendor ID (operator)
You can purchase the unlock code from various vendors. These listed below are reputable vendors with good feedback from users.
1. allGSMunlock MultiOnline Remote Server
2. GsmFather.com Online Unlock Terminal
3. [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
##How to enter my Unlock Code on BlackBerry??
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Model : BlackBerry 8700
Go to the Menu -> Options -> Advanced Options -> Sim card press select, while holding the Shift key (bottom right corner CAPS), type mepd. You should now see the five locking categories listed, while holding the alt key, type mep2. Release the alt key. You are now prompted to enter the Network MEP code. Enter the code, enter Return/Enter, the device should then be unlocked.
Model : BlackBerry 8800
***** You must have a SIM card in your phone to complete these steps ( Can be active or inactive ) *****
1 - Go to settings menu => and then Options
2 - Select Advanced options => and then Sim card
3 - Type MEPD using your Blackberry keyboard (NOTE: You will not see any text appear on the screen while typing MEPD)
4 - Hold the ALT Key while typing in MEPE on your Blackberry keyboard (NOTE: You will not see any text appear on the screen while typing MEPD)
5 - You should be presented with a prompt "Enter Network MEP Code". Type in the 16 digit unlock code received from UnlockBase.com and press in the track wheel / jog dial to confirm
6 - Your phone is now unlocked
Model : BlackBerry 8100 Pearl
1 - Go to Options Menu => Advanced Options
2 - In the SIM Card menu, hold down the shift (right of the zero, cap) press meppd
3 - You'll see the unlocking level screen there you hold the ALT key (left side below @) type mepp2
4 - Enter the unlock code.
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Model : BlackBerry 8100 (Vodafone Australia)
PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY BEFORE YOU ATTEMPT ANY UNLOCK PROCESS
This procedure unlocks the handset from being network restricted from only using SIM cards from Vodafone Australia. In case of difficulties, please refer to the FAQ listed below
1. Take note of the unlocking code shown above
2. Insert a Non-Vodafone Australia working SIM card.
3. Ensure the phone is charged and then switch the phone on.
4. Optional Step: If the SIM card has a PIN, enter your PIN number. (See FAQ below)
5. The phone will then display a message. The most common is “Invalid SIM card”. (Different message? See FAQ below)
6. Select “Turn Wireless Off”
7. Select “Settings” Menu , then go to Advanced Options > SIM Card
8. Type alt-MEPT by holding the ALT-key and typing the letters MEPT with multitap i.e. type hold ALT, type {M}{ER}{OP}{OP}{TY}
9. When prompted with “Enter Network MEP code (255 left)” on the screen, enter the 16-digit network unlock code provided for your phone, then press Enter. (Unlocking code is shown above)
10. Reset the phone by pulling the battery
11. Switch the phone on and the handset will be unlocked automatically. This will be confirmed if you can make and receive calls with the Non-Vodafone Australia SIM card. (You will need reception and phone credit with the different network provider)
Please Note:
If the unlocking code is entered incorrectly the next attempt to unlock the device will be delayed for 10 seconds increments. The number of unlocking attempts is limited to 255 tries only. When 255 attempts is reached the phone will be permanently blocked.
To unblock the phone, it must be taken to a RIM service centre. No outgoing calls including emergency call is possible when the phone is blocked.
FAQ:
Question: My phone asks to enter a PIN number
Answer: For SIM cards with PIN ENBLED you will be required to enter a PIN. This is not the unlocking code that has just been provided. For information concerning the PIN, PIN2, PUK and PUK2 codes for a SIM card please read the manual that came with your phone. This is not a handset unlocking difficulty.
Question: My handset displays a different message then what is shown in this procedure when I insert a Non Vodafone Australia SIM card.
Answer: The most common message the phone will display is “Invalid SIM card”. Because each handset may have a different variation in software there is no common message. If your handset displays a different message it is recommended to move onto the next step. Note: Faulty SIM Cards - The handset may also display messages indicating the SIM you are using to unlock the handset is faulty, it could display “Insert SIM” “Bad Card”, “Card Error” or “Card Rejected”, confirm the SIM card is inserted correctly – Gold area downwards and the cut of the corner matches correctly. You will need a working Non Vodafone SIM card to unlock the handset, Vodafone can not assists with other networks faulty SIMs.
Question: I am outside of Australia and experiencing difficulties unlocking the phone that I purchased from a Vodafone Australia outlet
Answer: Clearly note this in the difficulties description. Vodafone Australia can only send a reply to the difficulty by email.
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Model : All BlackBerry
1 - Using the menu go to Settings Menu -> SIM card pressselect.
2 - While holding the SHIFT key, type mepd
3 - You should now see the five locking categories listed.
4 - While holding the SHIFT KEY, type mep2.
5 - Release the shift key.
6 - You are now prompted to enter the Network MEP code (it will also state how many attempts left)
7 - Enter the code
8 - Enter Return/Enter
9 - The device should then be unlocked
##how to solve Authorization Failure??
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Here is the solution:
Go to Phone Options
Select General Options
Select Restrict My Identityt - NO
Select Show "My Number" - YES
You are all set.
No more Authorization Failure sending / receiving calls and messages.
##How do I Recover a Dead BlackBerry ?
link [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
##how many way to unlock BlackBerry phones???
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1. Use Service Tools or free tool(pst carcked for blackberry read code)
2. no key sim / u sim
3. unlock by imei
##which BlackBerry phones supported by Service Tools or free tool(pst carcked for blackberry read code)
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CodeReader supported BlackBerry 5***, 6***, 7*** series
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71xx Series : 7100g,7100g,7100i,7100r,7100t,7100v,7105t,7130e
72xx Series : 7230, 7250, 7280, 7290,
75xx Series : 7520,
77xx Series : 7730, 7750, 7780,
Phones not supported: X700, 7510 (iden), 5810, H700
## free tool(pst carcked for blackberry read code) download [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
##Images of Alt/Shift key [Only registered and activated users can see links. ] [Only registered and activated users can see links. ]
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Best regards
::.::RAMJAN::.::@TRUST_GSM™
Last edited by ::.::RAMJAN::.::; 07-05-2008 at 02:44 PM.
07-05-2008, 01:11 PM
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