BlackBerry 101: How to Unlock YourBlackBerry

Today we are looking a procedure that
most of us will do at one time or another
while owning a BlackBerry which is
unlocking. Keep in mind, this will only
work on GSM devices, or "World Phones"
like the 8830WE, Storm or Tour. If you
are like me, you will sometimes want a
BlackBerry from another carrier to run
on your own carrier. Or maybe you want
to sell it and increase resale value while
opening yourself up to more potential
buyers. All you need to do is get an unlock
code and follow our quick session and
your on your way!

How to Enter Unlock Codes for
Blackberry 8900, 9000, 9630, 8300, 8310,
8320, 8800, 8820:
You will need to get an unlock code either
from your carrier or from an unlocking
company. You also must have either a
active or inactive SIM card in your phone
to complete the unlock process.

1. Go to Options, Advanced Options, then
Sim Card

2. On your Blackberry, type MEPD (You
will not see any text appear on the screen
while typing MEPD)

3. Type MEP, then ALT BUTTON, and then
2 on your Blackberry keyboard (Once
again, you will not see any text appear on
the screen while typing)

4. You should see a prompt "Enter
Network MEP Code". Type in the unlock
code and press the trackball
If code says accepted, your BlackBerry is
now unlocked.

To verify your device is
unlocked, follow steps 1 & 2 and
"Network" will say "disabled". If Network
says "Active", then it is still locked to the
standard carrier. Be sure to check out our
Cell Unlocking Companies forum for more
information.