Unlocking Instructions for RIM BlackBerry 8800
Unlocking the RIM BlackBerry 8800
How to enter the Unlocking Code for a Blackberry RIM 8800
General Information about the codes
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 8800
Note: You must have a SIM card in the phone, it can be as active or inactive SIM.
1. Go to Settings in the menu
2. Select Options
3. Select Advanced Options
4. Select SIM card
4. Next, hold down the Alt key while typing 'MEPE' or 'MEPD' or 'MEPPE' or 'MEPPD' ( It's not case sensitive and you will not see the text appear on the screen while typing)
5. You will then see 'Enter Network MEP Code'
6. Finally, type the unlock provided and press the trackball to confirm
7. Your RIM 8800 is now unlocked
IMPORTANT: Please make sure the wireless mode is turned off before attempting to unlock your Blackberry phone
