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[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ndemin:
Baseband Unknown/ IMEI Null Solved for Galaxy Note 3

To all, previously I have same problem regarding unknown broadband and NULL IMEI. I have done some experiment to solve the problem. I face the problem during flashing custom ROM (Android KitKat 4.4.2). At the same time I have also the following problem: "the device is locked for abnormal factory reset". Many tips/tricks/tools/flash suggested in the forum not working. So, I try to share my experience here.

A. Solution for "the device is locked for abnormal factory reset"

I notice this problem occur after wiping data from CWM. Even the reactivation lock is not ticked (setting>general>security) you will have this problem.

I used normal method to solve this problem. The key is we must remember username and password for samsung account.

1. Try to log in into Samsung account url (https://account.samsung.com/account/check.do) from laptop/computer.

2. Make sure you have active internet connection (wifi or mobile data)

3. Flash your Note 3 (mine N9005) with stock ROM or custom ROM (assume you have proper CWM). If you use custom ROM, select stock kernel (or select any stock in any option)

4. Configure Note 3 (name and gmail account as well) and if you enter the page that shows "the device is locked for abnormal factory reset" then login using email and and pasword in step 1. The phone should be fine now.

B. Solution for unknown broadband or NULL IMEI

1. Backup your importand data, phone addres from the phone.

2. Do factory data reset (setting>general>backup and reset)

3. Flash Stock ROM using Odin (you can wipe data from CWM before flasing stock ROM, but you may have locked device problem)

4. Flash your modem from this link: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2475714

5. Problem should be solved, then you can root and flash custom ROM

Hope this method can help yot to solve the problem...:o
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ohayyam:
Thanks but i already tired that N9005 LTE modems + 6 more from omega roms... still imei null and unknown baseband...
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ndemin:
I have tried flashing many ROM but no luck. But after I do factory data reset, install stock ROM and flash the modem my baseband/IMEI come to life again :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MuhammadZeeshan7:
Bro which version of KK stock rom did you install ? with which modem file ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ndemin:
You can use latest KitKat ROM, I used NF4 stock ROM and this modem file: SM-N9005XXUBMJ1_MODEM.tar
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] toygixxer69:
I definitely hope so. My phone (N900T) started a bootloop problem out of nowhere while I was using the phone. The phone was always on 4.3 JB, so I decided to flash it back to stock 4.3 thru Odin. But problem still there. Took it to a phone shop to fix, but instead they flashed it to 4.4.2 KK ....now my phone is missing IMEI and Baseband :(

I'd read Mirek's thread, but it's for the Snapdragon version. Had been reading so many threads without any results. My last choice might be to send it back to T-Mobile or Samsung to see how much for them to fix the problem :(

I still have my backups with TWRP before this whole thing started. Is there a EPS file in there or what is EPS?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MuhammadZeeshan7:
Love you bro! :D
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mforcemax:
sir did you get sucessed ??

i have alsi null imei and unknown baseband modeel : sm n9005

could your plz tell me step by step

please help me :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cundis:
Did you try Firasusman's script? It fixed mine!

Sent fra min SM-N9005 via Tapatalk
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mforcemax:
sir, could you plz tell me step by step i m new by here :)

---------- Post added at 01:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:52 PM ----------

thanx for your respense sir?

could you tell me the process or give me the link please
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cundis:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=54729335

Sent fra min SM-N9005 via Tapatalk
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mforcemax:
thanx i will try tonight

and sir i have one problem .. i reflash the modem now my fone is full of lag..

so should i reflash with NF4 and after that can i use that script :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Cundis:
Sorry, I really don't know how to fix that. Maybe flash back your old modem. Or a factory reset.

Hope you'll get it fixed tonight!

Sent fra min SM-N9005 via Tapatalk
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] cook:
Read http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2615092&page=5

Download XXUBMJ1 Modem from http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2475714

Flash XXUBMJ1 Modem

Done. All OK.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mforcemax:
thanx for you responce sir

i flash with that modem .. now fone is very laggy and its got hang alot ...

now i m downloading uk firmware*NF4) for this model ..

can i flash that firmware ..plz tell me ..
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] swisstonyr1:
fixed my imei null and baseband unkown

I downloaded and flashed ng2 firmware and completely fixed my problem. Did have to change language but phone is working 100% now so I'm happy.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ndemin:
I post the steps here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=54510518&postcount=47

It solved my problem for NULL IMEI and unknown baseband.

After IMEI solved you can try to use Custom ROM.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fabian108:
Hello can you give me the complet firmware name need to test it to repair n9005 imei null

already try 2 modems
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jdomadia:
Instead of wasting your time, start to read in this XDA, u will find many answers for both questions, u don't need any body to help you.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Matrixit:
You could have been more helpful by directing us to proper solution.

Anyways., For people using Note 3 N9005 Hongkong Model and having issue with their phones please read "http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2613374". I have started the download of the file to flash my phone. I will update you guys if this works.

Regards,

Asif
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Matrixit:
I followed the following Steps & Screwed my phone.

1. Download leaked ROM from here: Terafile; Google Docs; Torrent; Storage Cow

2. Extract the 4 files.

3. Fire up Odin 3.09 and put the phone in download mode.

4. Load ONLY CSC file in Odin. (It contains the pit we need) [I used only "CSC_OXX_N9005OXXENA5_327209_REV03_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar" file]

5. Make sure Re-partition is unchecked [Only "Auto Reboot" & "F.Reset Time" is selected].

6. Flash it [I am getting error as attached at "https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=3535B5CF630678FC%21140". So, I tried again flashing it with CSC file and this time it seems work but I still see still CSC Code is "TGY" (not set to other) see the screen shot at "https://onedrive.live.com/redir?resid=3535B5CF630678FC%21141"].

7. Reboot to Download mode.

8. Flash all 4 files normally.

9. Reboot to Kitkat [When I boot my phone its booting really slow (even after hard reset and cache wipe) and when its rebooted I am getting error as "samsung setupwizard isn't responding. do you want to close it"].

10. Enjoy [No enjoy here. My phone is totally screwed, I can't load any other Rom. Its just going to old Vietnamy Rom. Please help me resolve this issue].
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinhatred:
I was doing some flashing a few days ago it suddenly cant bootup properly so I flashed with stock rom to let it boot. Unfortunately it booted up with no signal, no imei and unknown baseband. Then I been trying to flash custom rom still no work. Untill I read I post somewhere here providing modem.bin flashed with it and with no auto reboot on odin, flash again with auto reboot ticked. And I got it worked booted up with signal, imei and baseband. Just cant remember where I found the modem.bin maybe u cant try to extract it from ur stock rom.

Edit: I have found the tread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2842806
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MuhammadZeeshan7:
More Modems here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2475714
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Matrixit:
Thanks Mohammad and Melvinhatred.

Melvinhatred, could you please confirm is this method going to work on my Hong Kong Note 3 N9005 32 GB TGY Model?

What note 3 model you have?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] melvinhatred:
Im using n9005 sth singapore. Why give a try on this menthod it might work. Some users try this menthod and got it worked in the end. Depend on some cases which they need to flash a few times. But in my case I just flashed 2 times. Try it.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Julian BgSkyTours:
SM_N9005, IMEI NULL SOLVED

Two days ago i flashed a wrong firm on my note 3, SM-N9005. And as a result of that my IMEI becames NULL and Baseband Unknown.

After all day reading the forum and flashing different stock and custom roms, with no succes i just flash a stock 4.4.2 rom for Bulgaria region my IMEI appear and network also.

A think that the point is to flash the original stock rom , not the original stock updates, just the first stock version of the firm that for SM-N9005 is 4.4.2.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ameenashyana:
Note 3 SM- 9005 null IMEI and unknown baseband issue solved

After testing several methods I get the solution for IMEI null/ unknown baseband issue. It was happened when I flash N9005XXUFNF4 firmware, then I was tested several methods to recover IMEI/ baseband.... Finally

found solution as flash 9005XXUGNH1 modem by Odin and problem solved.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] radicalisto:
Glad you got sorted :)

Sent from my ZX Spectrum +2
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] anirudhks:
thanks a lot for this , worked for me as well , sturggled a lot ...
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Evaravenspell:
Just FYI.

I flashed this stock rom with Odin and managed to fix my IMEI wooohoo!

http://pink-inc.net/1EccSpQ
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ikloveto:
Thank you very very much my phone alive i flash n9005 SM-N9005XXUBMJ1_MODEM.tar.md5 modem and baseband is return now thank buddy....... i hate Hong Kong referb Phone next time i realy check phone than i take from customor :)
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] iakson:
Can you guys please give me some advice ? i have a N9005 NULL IMEI / UNKNOW BASEBAND , before i have a 4.3 working normally, then i Flash the 5.0 Lollipop, Result : IMEI NULL / BASEBAND UNKNOWN

i dont know the origin STOCK ROM, the BOX is in FRENCH -.-

already try all STOCK ROM'S in frech , no solution

already try too many modem's firmware, No Solution

Already try NF4, NG2, NF3 firmware's, No solution

NF4 give FACTORY ABNORMAL RESET and bootloop

Already try the Farusman script, Not work... :(

please help guys..
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MuhammadZeeshan7:
You had 4.3 before this problem ? I got the same problem after flashing 4.4.2 rom on my N3.

I flashed modem from 4.3 rom and baseband came back.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2475714

Here you can find modems from 4.3 for N9005
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] iakson:
i just try 5 modem's 4.3 before .. i will try those you gave me.. i will post results.. Thanks
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] iakson:
No Solution .. someone please help :(
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] dvdemon:
Hello

Do you know if there is any way to get the 4.3 baseband versions from CWM backup files (system.tar)?

Situation is that I keep getting some issues with camera after flashing multiple stock kitkat roms, even the lollipop rom.

I did not note the original versions (baseband/build) in the original 4.3 JB installed in the n9005, but i did make a CWM backup - but cannot restore from KK back to JB because of the bootloader (get bootloop).

I can extract the tar files from cwm backup on pc so was wondering if any of the files would contain the baseband/modem version so that i can look for the KK similar version (have tried poland, hongkong, uk, singapore but same issue with camera)

Thanks
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] andrman1:
if i use another rom from another country do i need to flash modem for my country ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] KitsuneM:
Right, I made an account just to post this solution because I know what anyone is going through right now with the IMEI and Baseband being unknown, if you did not clear your EFS, then you have not lost it, the cause will be a modem issue or the incorrect combination of Firmware and Modem.

I updated to the lollipop leak, yes I have the SM-9005. I dislike lollipop and followed a users' guide on here to downgrade which had all the seperate files (AP, BL, CP, CSC, .PIT), that includes the modem.

When I got inside, the signal was showing the "no signal" sign, and at this point, and reading users' comments on here, I thought I was screwed and really panicked and got stressed.

All you need to do is re-download the lollipop leak - http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-note-3/development/n9005xxugbnl8-5-0-lollipop-rom-t2982110

Flash all of those files, make sure you put the tick in the "re-partition" box as in the picture.

And that's it, that's what worked for me.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Melsayad:
Solved - SM- 9005 LTE only

I faced this problem and i just solved it.

1- you have to check the baseband version (stock version) from another untouched Note 3 N9005.

2- Search with google for the modem with the same name version like "XXUNG1" this is the one for me.

3- Wipe cash partion and wipe data/factory setting using bootloader.

4- Flash the modem file using odien.

5- Restart your phone after flashing you have to listen to samsuing splash screen voice.

6- Download and flash your compatible lollipop official version using odien too.

7- Restart your phone - and everything will goes fine.

Thank you
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Jonasmee:
It works 100%

Thank you so much Mr. Radicalisto.. my note 3 works fine now..the IMEI NULL is fixed already.. thanks for the links..

After flashing the Brick loop fix.. i restart My phone and then again go to booting recovery and did the wiping of the data and cache.. after that i rebooted my note 3,, then my network came back...i really appreciate your help and to those people who made the brick loop software...once again thanks a lot...

God bless ....

Note: Phone must be rooted...
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Syzygium:
I have null imei and baseband 1 year ago

But fixed with this instructions

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2567133
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] osxi86:
The fix with the Stock Rom worked for me too. After downgrade from Lollipop to KitKat my N9005 got NULL IMEI error. But simple to solve. Only do a fresh flash via Odin and all problems solved.
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] denterprise:
sem problem hear
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] MuhammadZeeshan7:
How did it happen ?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] denterprise:
i have note 3 n7100 but imei is null

how can repair i have z3x box

but repair is not done
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mudassirabbas:
unknown baseband and null IMEI

I am facing same issue

SM-N9005 with android 5.0

Anybody have solution?
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] faise4u:
IMEI Null/Null and Baseband Blank

I want to share some information what I have seen inside the Note 3 when I opened it.

I have bought Note-3 a month ago from a guy. At that time phone was in right condition and no issue was there.

But when I have updated to 5.0 the IMEI and Baseband has gone.

I disassemble the phone the got some strange thing inside the NOTE 3.

the Main board is of SM-N9005 while the lower side means the USB module and where the antenna is located is of SM-N900A.

and I think this is the main reason I got IMEI null and Baseband Blank when I updated it to 5.0.

Is there any way again to recover this phone?

If I install the SM-N900A baseband the phone will accept it ? or any other way to recover my phone.

Please share your opinion.....
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
Restore your backed up EFS folder .
[Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] faise4u:
I don't have backed up EFS Folder brother.

These are some snapshots of my Note 3.

http: // imgur.com/a/7Y7Gp

Remove the spaces between the link.
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] Xyphir:
Does anyone know of a guide that could specifically explain out to update to. 290 from rooted. 532 and keep LTE and root for a BELL Mobility C6806 [Locked Bootloader] I've seen guides. but there are so many for other versions of the phone and some that loose lte. thanks for any help and sorry if this been asked and answered already. I'm not finding anything useful with search
[Sony Xperia Z Ultra] blueether:
Have a look at the .290 for locked BL by jackie http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2602878 I think that their instructions will work, or find post #34 in that thread by me, that will give you DoggRom rooted on a locked BL
[Droid RAZR M General] CrocadileUT78:
Just in case anyone was wondering, I recently needed my Droid RAZR M replaced. I used Asurion, they sent one replacement which itself was defective, and then another. Both replacements had the .78 stock ROM, which cannot be unlocked. Just thought I'd mention it.

On a lighter note, for the 2nd replacement Asurion included a free car charger and case for my trouble, so that was nice.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Looks like eBay sellers are starting to carry these, but some are claiming they're official. Check the colors..pretty sure Google isn't carrying blue. They look good and for the price....pshhh. Right now take another $5 off the amazon deal.

http://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s_ss_i_0_7?k=shenit+nexus+5&sprefix=shenit+

Edit: link no longer working
[Nexus 5 Accessories] prophet of doom:
I ordered the red one from amazon. They said I should get it between 2/15-3/15 lol talk about the slow boat from China !
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Lol..I started laughing when I saw my shipping date. Kind of hoping, like everything else I order from amazon, it just shows up two days later like magic
[Nexus 5 Accessories] playa_:
Have had one for a few days now off eBay.

Knew it was obviously fake due to price but thought I'd try it out anyway (packaging was fantastic lol, taped up Google box)

The sides of the case come in on an angle towards the phone, not sure if it's like that on official model. Buttons are literally 1-1.5mm in height so pressing them is impossible.

Apart from those defects, the case fits great
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Jrmiller:
hahaha awesome. gonna have to snag one asap
[Nexus 5 Accessories] ralphwiggum1:
Sounds the same as the official case.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Thanks for the info. Wouldn't be surprised if they are exact replicas of the original with maybe some color variations...And I noticed the taped up Google packaging on one of the eBay listings..lol
[Nexus 5 Accessories] bblzd:
I'd be a bit worried. Google couldn't even get the case right with it's early degradation problems. Maybe this will be a case of the knock off being superior to the real thing? I'd have my doubts though.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] GHOSTIVVI:
Can someone that has this case post pictures?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Looks like I'll be getting the black one tomorrow. I'll post some pics
[Nexus 5 Accessories] abdel12345:
How much are you guys getting these? On eBay they're 22 and amazon 18? A bit expensive for a clone isn't it?

Sent from my white LG Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Amazon was knocking another $5 off at checkout. I do think that's still expensive considering you can get a tpu case for a couple bucks, but when comparing to what Google's charging, its a decent deal if the quality is the same or better.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Just received the black case. It came in a legit Google package that didn't look to be tampered with. Only issue being the packaging is for a gray case. The case fits like a glove and quality seems alright. The color is uniform throughout, unlike the two toned look of the Google bumper. Overall I'm satisfied..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
BTW..button press seems fine. Not difficult at all
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Andrew149:
your link doesn't seem to work can you relink us?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Pithism:
agreed, the link isn't working properly.

I did find this link. http://www.amazon.com/Shenit-Google...qid=1390371214&sr=1-6&keywords=shenit+nexus+5

looks like they are out unless you have a different link.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Andrew149:
Man that sucks
[Nexus 5 Accessories] EddyOS:
Shenit did the replica Nexus 4 bumpers as well so they're not genuine Google just a very good replica
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
Yeah looks like they're not selling on Amazon anymore(or for now)..You can still find them on eBay, but gonna pay a bit more.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] kellybrf:
back in stock from some amazon sellers

this one has a 15% discount, works out to around $15 shipped

http://www.amazon.com/GENUINE-OFFIC...47548&sr=8-9&keywords=official+nexus+5+bumper

http://www.amazon.com/GooDGo-Premiu...7548&sr=8-12&keywords=official+nexus+5+bumper
[Nexus 5 Accessories] tyler.durden:
These look like the official case. I have one, but wouldn't mind having another especially at less than half the cost. I haven't had much issue with mine other than a little peeling on the power button and speaker grille. Hardly noticeable but shows it isn't really 'premium'. A knockoff may actually be better quality, sadly. Lol.
[Nexus 5 Accessories] davigol:
original or not , it's just a piece of plastic :)

unlike otterbox :)
[Nexus 5 Accessories] abdel12345:
A piece of plastic that says nexus on it:D

Sent from my white LG Nexus 5
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Nocturnal86:
its also not a huge brick unlike otterbox..
[Nexus 5 Accessories] prophet of doom:
Ok guys I ordered the red one ...I must say its close in color to the red tylt wireless charger but a little more orange. The quality isn't great either. I haven't had it 24 hours and its already peeling. The buttons are hard to press also. I don't have the one from Google but from what I have seen their case has the same issues. I guess for 13 USD its fine but I will not order another one. I'll post pics when I get home
[Nexus 5 Accessories] Froid:
I can't compare them to the real deal, but just received a gray and blue one. Both seem to be decent quality and I don't have any issue with the buttons. They came in a generic package with a screen protector. I'm happy with them for $13
[Nexus 5 Accessories] yuhenyo:
Hey everyone, May I ask the locations of each of you guys are? I'm from the Philippines and we can't get anything from the google play store and so I don't know where else to look for the bumper for the Nexus 5. I really like it 'cause it preserves the "Nexus" feel of the phone while also providing protection. I was reading on your posts and it seems that you got your orders fairly quickly. Do you know where the cases are shipped from?
[Nexus 5 Accessories] domo325:
Late reply but I'll answer this. Mine was shipped from Hong Kong. I ordered a black one from ebay for $9.99 + free shipping to here in Canada.

Although I do not have the real Google bumper case to compare, this "fake" feels great on the hand, fits perfectly on my Nexus 5 and the buttons are fairly responsive. It is thinner and much lighter than my previous cases (Spigen Slim Armor and Neo Hybrid). The NEXUS wording on the back seems like it was imprinted on but I do not have a problem with it. I like that it doesn't stand out as much, especially on direct light. Overall, it's a great buy IMO, and it is currently my main case.