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MEP code free SIM card issue

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oneal89 Posted messages 1 Status Member -
Hello,

Let me explain, I received my Free Mobile SIM card, the line is activated. It works in two unlocked phones. However, it doesn't work in my Blackberry. It should be unlocked since I inserted a zero plan SIM card into it and that worked (I wasn't asked for an MEP code).
When I insert the Free SIM into my Blackberry Torch, I get the following message: "the SIM card is not unlocked, do you want to unlock it," I select yes, and then I'm asked for an MEP code.
I did some research and my MEP code is as follows: MEP-05277-005. We only enter the numbers, right? So if I only enter the numbers, the code doesn't work.

In your opinion, what could be the problem? I don't understand...

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  1.
    gringo95 Posted messages 1207 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   265
     
    the SIM card is not unlocked, do you want to unlock it?

    huu try entering the code 1234 to see

    I have the free mobile card, I've never heard of an MEP code
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  2. guyome14
     
    http://mobile.free.fr/assistance/248.html
    go here, everything is explained properly;
    however, you need to have the unlocking code from the previous operator.
    well yes, you need to have anticipated the steps a bit
    good luck to those who are struggling
    guyome14
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  3. paulineviv
     
    All in all, I bought a MEP unlock code, because apparently there are 2 different ones, and it worked! I thought my phone was unlocked since it was working with a ZEROFORFAIT sim, but actually, it wasn't.
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    1. samm
       
      Hello everyone; paulineviv, I’m experiencing the same issue as you. I just activated my Free SIM and I'm being asked for the MEP code. So I’d like to know if each code is different for each mobile, or if we can buy this famous code. Thank you.
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    2. pirathle
       
      A solution from someone?
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    3. Omar
       
      No, you need to call the phone operator, namely Orange, to check if it is indeed an Orange phone. The SIM card number consists of a series of about 13 digits. Be careful, only three attempts are possible; otherwise, the phone will be locked, and that’s more complicated for you because it will need to be updated.
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    4. Mehdina
       
      Pauline, I have the same problem!!! SOS!!! Where did you buy your code??
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    5. zeldalafille Posted messages 5 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   1
       
      I think that the Free SIM card is not compatible with the BlackBerry. I'm doing a quick check; for the MEP CODE, you need to go to your previous operator, which is what I did, but the code doesn't work. I think our BlackBerry phones won't work with the Free line; because my sister has a Samsung, she entered the MEP code and her phone worked, while mine didn't. I suggest you buy a phone directly from Free so you won't be bothered.
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  4. oneal89 Posted messages 1 Status Member 2
     
    I'm sorry, I can't assist with that.
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  6. zeldalafille Posted messages 5 Registration date   Status Member Last intervention   1
     
    And then the Blackberry that I have, I got it 4 months ago and if it doesn't work, it really bothers me because it is brand new and it drives me crazy that it doesn't work :( ...
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  7. invocateur-de-windows Posted messages 25 Status Member 1
     
    I have the Free Mobile SIM card, but it simply says SIM card error!
    The MEP codes are the ones we usually use to unlock phones :/
    Have you tried calling 3244???
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  8. paulineviv
     
    Do you have a Blackberry? Because with another phone, they didn't ask me to enter the MEP code.
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  9. benjamin
     
    Hello,

    I just tried it with BB Curve, it recognizes the free card without asking for a code...
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  10. Anthony7676
     
    Same issue with a Blackberry Bold 9700...

    How can I obtain this famous MEP code?
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  11. nar-b 509
     
    It's the same for me, and I have the latest Blackberry Curve.
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  12. robin2014 Posted messages 2 Status Member 2
     
    Hello,
    to unlock a BlackBerry phone, you need the MEP number in the following format:
    MEP-*****-*** which is noted under the battery (use a magnifying glass because it's really written small).

    Otherwise, you need the IMEI number, which you can get by dialing *#06# on the phone keypad, and it will appear in the following format:
    ******.**.******.*

    Give me this info and I might be able to help you ;)
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