The typical way to unlock your Nokia 6280 phone is to call your wireless provider. Your provider would give you a code to unlock your phone. If your wireless contract or provider does not allow this procedure, you can unlock your phone with a USB cable. Many websites offer free Nokia unlocking software for your phone. With this software, you are able to generate an unlock code for your Nokia 6280. You will need specific information about your phone to unlock it.
Instructions
1. Enter "*#06#" in your phone's keypad and press the "CALL" button. Write down the 15-digit IMEI number you receive. You need this code to unlock your Nokia phone.
2. Download the Nokia unlocking software. Examples include Nokia Free, UnlockMe and Nigel Coldwell. Save the file to your desktop.
3. Double-click the file on your desktop. Read and accept the software and terms of agreement. Save the software to a folder on your computer's hard drive.
4. Plug the USB cable into your Nokia 6280. Insert the other end into your computer's available USB port and run the Nokia unlocking software.
5. Enter your phone's IMEI number, model number and manufacturer. It will recognize your phone and generate an unlock code.
6. Turn off your Nokia 6280. Remove the protective cover and battery. Remove the SIM card and replace it with one from another wireless provider.
7. Turn on your phone. Enter the code exactly as shown on the screen. Once entered, your phone should say "SIM is not restricted" or "Restrictions Off."
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