What is unlocking and why would I want to do it?
An unlocked phone is one that can be used on all networks operating on the frequency the phone is designed for. For example, in the UK there are four main networks, Vodafone, BT Cellnet, Orange and One2One. Vodafone and BT Cellnet operate on GSM900, while Orange and One2One operate on GSM1800. A UK dual band phone can operate on GSM900 and GSM1800, therefore being capable of working on all the networks.
However, as the networks don't want to lose you as a customer, when they supply the phone (on contract or pay as you go) it can be locked to only accept SIM cards from their network.
If you wish to use a SIM from a different network, the phone needs to be unlocked.
How do I know if my phone is locked?
There are two ways to check if your phone is unlocked. Firstly, if you have a working SIM from a different network, try putting that into the phone and switching it on. If the phone works and you can make calls on that network, congratulations, your phone is already unlocked. If a message appears, saying "SIM card not accepted" or similar, the phone is probably locked.
How do I unlock my phone?
Unlocking phones requires the use of a PC, an compatible data cable and the appropriate software. Also the procedure on how to unlock the handset which will be illustrated below.
If you wish to purchase a full Kit with software & Cables then click here.
What phones can be unlocked at the moment?
Siemens - C30 All Versions
Siemens - C35 All Versions
Siemens - S35 All Versions
Siemens - S35i All Versions
Siemens - A35 All Versions
Siemens - A36 All Versions
Siemens - A40 All Versions
Siemens - A50 All Versions
Siemens - S40 All Versions
Siemens - C45 All Versions
Siemens - S45 All Versions
Siemens - ME35i All Versions
Siemens - ME45 All Versions
Siemens - M50 All Versions
Siemens - MT50 All Versions
Siemens - SL42 All Versions
Siemens - SL45 All Versions
All above applies to contract & non contract handsets
How do I unlock the handset?
If you have purchased the unlocking kit then you should have a compatible cable.
Also you should have been provided with the unlocking software.
Please try and follow the steps below.
Turn of the handset first
- Connect the Siemens cable to the handset.
- Connect the Siemens cable to the PC.
- Run the software ( DLSiemens.exe )
- Select your handset model
- Press the “Unlock” button
- Then the software will show “Scanning” ( Turn on the phone )
- It should only take a few seconds for the handset to unlock.
- Once the blue bar has reached the other end of the software the unlock is complete.
- Disconnect the cable & power on the handset.
The handset should now be open to all networks.
If you do have problems with this then please don’t email us.
This unlocking solution can be purchased from Modifications
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