Unlocking Instructions for RIM BlackBerry 8700c
Unlocking the RIM BlackBerry 8700c
How to enter the Unlocking Code for a Blackberry RIM 8700c
General Information about the codes for your Blackberry RIM 8700c
When you receive your code it will be in one of two formats (depending on your model)
1: A single string of 4 or 5 long numbers or
2: Again a string of numbers, but with some identifying letters between them (EG MEP/NCK etc)
If you receive format 1, then these are simply 4 or 5 codes that need to be tried. (So when you are asked to enter the unlocking code, you need to try each one,
starting with the 1st).
If you receive format 2, then please refer to the table below for your code.
Here's an example of how your code will break down:
| Type | Example | MEP |
|---|---|---|
| IMEI: | 358678034369xxx | n/a |
| SIM Code: | 6222343501466xxx | MEP1 |
| NCK Code: | 7560039679046xxx | MEP2 |
| Subset Code: | 003211566752xxx | MEP3 |
| Prov Code: | 8267812688272xxx | MEP4 |
| Corp Code: | 3853451231190xxx | MEP5 |
Note: BlackBerry in 90% of countries will only require the MEP2 code
We suggest you copy codes to a notepad and enter them very carefully.
Model: Blackberry RIM 8700c
1. Go to the Menu
2. Options
3. Advanced Options
4. Select SIM Card
5. While holding down the Shift key (bottom right corner CAPS), type 'MEPD'
6. You will now see the five locking categories listed, while holding the alt key, enter MEP2
7. Release the alt key
8. Next you will be prompted to enter the Network MEP code, Enter the code
9. Return/Enter and the device should then be unlocked
Please Note:
Each unsuccessful unlock attempt (EG entering the code incorrectly) will delay the next attempt by 10 seconds, and so on.
You are limited to 255 attempts before the phone is permanently blocked.
NOTE: On some phones you are limited to only 10 attempts
To unblock a phone, it must be taken to a RIM Blackberry Service centre. In the meantime there will be no outgoing calls including emergency calls.
FAQ:
Question: My phone asks to enter a PIN number
Answer: For SIM cards with PIN ENABLED 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.
IMPORTANT: Please make sure the wireless mode is turned off before attempting to unlock your Blackberry phone
