How i Fixed the "Incorrect sim" and "emergency calls only"

[r3dr0247]

i had to downgrade my iphone to a crappy phone since my dad didnt want to pay for my internet access so i decided to unlock and jailbreak my iphone. i got the jailbreak right away but whenever i tried using my new sim from my brand new samsung phone all it did was show up the incorrect sim message and i was stuck in the emergency calls screen. i dont know if thats whats going on with you guys, and if thats the problem, i can tell you exactly what i did to my phone to fix that. i have a first gen iphone working on 2.2.1, and i used the latest quickpwn. this is exactly what i did follow these steps and let me know if it works =]

1.- ok before anything you should change the sim on your phone to the sim which you're going to use.... the first thing you need to do is move all the updates from the itunes folder, it doesnt matter where you put them, if you want you can make a new folder on your desktop or wherever you want it to be as long as you move ALL the updates and leave that folder empty it should be located in [documents and settings/**your username**/Application Data/Apple computer/Itunes/Iphone Software Update]
**NOTE**
if you cant find the application data folder you need to show hidden files or folders, for that you need to open My computer/tools/folder options/view and check for show hidden files or folders

2.- once you're done with all that you need to connect your iphone to your pc and open itunes, once itunes detected your iphone hold the home button + the lock button till your iphone turns off, your iphone should disappear from itunes, and once its off continue holding the home button till itunes detects the iphone in recovery mode.

3.- once this is done itunes will ask you to update and restore your iphone (i think it says that or something like that) all you have to do is click yes, let itunes do all the work, next is the most important part and you need to get this right or else IT WONT WORK!

4.- this one is the most important part!! dont get this wrong or else it wont work. once everything is done, once the update has been downloaded, your phone should reboot and next you will see a message from itunes that says "leave your iphone plugged in to restore" or some sort of message like that well DONT LET IT RESTORE, ONCE YOU SEE THAT MESSAGE AND A COUNT DOWN (THATS HOW IT WAS FOR ME) CLOSE ITUNES AND LEAVE YOUR IPHONE PLUGGED IN

5.- once all that is done, just do exactly what you did to jailbreak, and unlock your phone the first time (if you have never done this go watch the video i posted below) but in this case when the program tells you to choose the firmware Choose the firmware that itunes downloaded for you!!! (using quickpwn you really dont have to browse for it, thats the main reason why you moved all the updates from that folder to a different one)


i used the latest quickpwn, and downloaded the bootloaders and followed all the steps with quickpwn. i never really used pwnage tool but idk if its the same.

well i hope it goes well for you guys and thank me if it worked =]

link to the latest quickpwn

http://quickpwn2-2-1.googlecode.com/files/QuickPwn-225-2.zip

Bootloader files

bl39.bin & bl46.bin -

http://www.mediafire.com/?9mdezqi2jem


any questions on how to use quickpwn heres a video that will show you what to do

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeERHnvHTyY


**NOTE**
it might take some time but its worth it trust me ;)

thank me if it helped :D

[kalila]

Iphone 3G unlock(Downloads and Jailbreak)
iPhone 3G - Downloads
Download the 2.2.1 firmware file from here

Windows users: Quickpwn 2.2.5 Download here

Windows users: iTunes 8.0 Download here

Windows users: .NET Framework version 2.0 Download here

iPhone 3G - Jailbreak 2.2.1

Notes?
1?Before beginning: You must have iTunes 8 installed and you must be on firmware 2.1, if you are not, be sure to update via iTunes.
Also make sure to go into the task manager and disable ANYTHING Apple or iTunes related.
2. WindowsXP user must download the NET Framework version 2.0 ?Click to download?
3. WindowsXP user should be sure" Control Panel " ?> " Administrative Tools " ?> "?elnet ,messenger ,terminal services" (Be sure three services are turned on)

4.Download Firmware 2.2.1 (3G) ?Click to download?




Step 1

Make a folder on your desktop & name it Pwnage.Download the Firmware 2.2.1 & Pwnage tool 2.2.5 & place them in Pwnage folder you just created on your desktop:Unzip/Unrar the QuickPwn2.2.5-2.zip file inside the Pwnage folder.

Step 2

Launch iTunes and connect your iPhone 3G to the computer via USB cable.

Select your iPhone from the list of devices on the left side navigation bar. Now hold down shift while clicking the Restore button.

Navigate to the Pwnage folder you created on your desktop and select the 2.1 firmware ipsw file. Double click the ipsw file or select it and click the Open button to proceed.

Step 3

Once iTunes has finished upgrading your iPhone 3G to the 2.2.1 firmware you may launch QuickPwn 2.2.5 from the Pwnage folder you created on your desktop.

Step 4

Make sure you iPhone 3G is still connected to the computer via USB cable then click the blue arrow to proceed.




Step 5

Click the Browse button to locate your iPhone 3G firmware.






Step 6

QuickPwn will check to verify that the ipsw file is valid. After completetion of the verification, click the blue arrow button to proceed.




Step 7

Selecting?Add Cydia?
This step allows you select what you’d like installed on your iPhone. You have the ability to select Cydia, Installer, and replace boot logos. Once you have made your selections click the blue arrow to continue on. If you want a full jailbreaking experience, installing Cydia and Installer is highly recommended



Step 8

QuickPwn will now ask you to confirm your iPhone 3G is still connected via USB cable before it continues. Click the blue arrow button to proceed.




Step 9

QuickPwn will now automatically put your iPhone into recovery mode. Once its in recovery mode you will be prompted to: Hold the Home button for 5 seconds, Hold the Home and Power buttons for 10 seconds, then release the Power button and continuing holding the Home button until your iPhone is in DFU mode.





Step 10

Once QuickPwn detects your iPhone 3G in DFU mode it will begin the jailbreaking process.



Step 11

Once jailbreaking is complete QuickPwn will inform you that it was successfull.
More information pls visit http://www.magicsim.com/iphone-3g-unlock/downloads-and-Jailbreak.htm

[mjohn717]

i had to downgrade my iphone to a crappy phone since my dad didnt want to pay for my internet acces so i decided to unlock and jailbreak my iphone. i got the jailbreak right away but whenever i tried using my new sim from my brand new samsung phone all it did was show up the incorrect sim message and i was stuck in the emergency calls screen. i dont know if thats whats going on with you guys, and if thats the problem, i can tell you exactly what i did to my phone to fix that. i have a first gen iphone working on 2.2.1, and i used the latest quickpwn. this is exactly what i did follow these steps and let me know if it works =]

1.- ok before anything you should change the sim on your phone to the sim which you're going to use.... the first thing you need to do is move all the updates from the itunes folder, it doesnt matter where you put them, if you want you can make a new folder on your desktop or wherever you want it to be as long as you move ALL the updates and leave that folder empty it should be located in [documents and settings/**your username**/Application Data/Apple computer/Itunes/Iphone Software Update]
**NOTE**
if you cant find the application data folder you need to show hidden files or folders, for that you need to open My computer/tools/folder options/view and check for show hidden files or folders

2.- once you're done with all that you need to connect your iphone to your pc and open itunes, once itunes detected your iphone hold the home button + the lock button till your iphone turns off, your iphone should disappear from itunes, and once its off continue holding the home button till itunes detects the iphone in recovery mode.

3.- once this is done itunes will ask you to update and restore your iphone (i think it says that or something like that) all you have to do is click yes, let itunes do all the work, next is the most important part and you need to get this right or else IT WONT WORK!

4.- this one is the most important part!! dont get this wrong or else it wont work. once everything is done, once the update has been downloaded, your phone should reboot and next you will see a message from itunes that says "leave your iphone plugged in to restore" or some sort of message like that well DONT LET IT RESTORE, ONCE YOU SEE THAT MESSAGE AND A COUNT DOWN (THATS HOW IT WAS FOR ME) CLOSE ITUNES AND LEAVE YOUR IPHONE PLUGGED IN

5.- once all that is done, just do exactly what you did to jailbreak, and unlock your phone the first time (if you have never done this go watch the video i posted below) but in this case when the program tells you to choose the firmware Choose the firmware that itunes downloaded for you!!! (using quickpwn you really dont have to browse for it, thats the main reason why you moved all the updates from that folder to a different one)


i used the latest quickpwn, and downloaded the bootloaders and followed all the steps with quickpwn. i never really used pwnage tool but idk if its the same.

well i hope it goes well for you guys and thank me if it worked =]

link to the latest quickpwn

http://quickpwn2-2-1.googlecode.com/files/QuickPwn-225-2.zip

Bootloader files

bl39.bin & bl46.bin -

http://www.mediafire.com/?9mdezqi2jem


any questions on how to use quickpwn heres a video that will show you what to do

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zeERHnvHTyY


**NOTE**
it might take some time but its worth it trust me ;)

thank me if it helped :D

HI:i just tried your solution and it didnt work for me..i have a 1st generation iphone 2.2.1 firmware.i am trying to use it with my t-mobile sim.im having the exact same problem as you were.i have jail broken it and unlocked it.i keep getting this message ( THE SIM CARD INSERTED IN THIS IPHONE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE SURPORTED. ) i tryed what you suggested but itunes can not be stopped once its going.COULD YOU PLEASE HELP ME????????

[mjohn717]

HI:i just tried your solution and it didnt work for me..i have a 1st generation iphone 2.2.1 firmware.i am trying to use it with my t-mobile sim.im having the exact same problem as you were.i have jail broken it and unlocked it.i keep getting this message ( THE SIM CARD INSERTED IN THIS IPHONE DOES NOT APPEAR TO BE SURPORTED. ) i tryed what you suggested but itunes can not be stopped once its going.COULD YOU PLEASE HELP ME????????HELP

[Michael Johnston]

HELP
Have you tried the Pwnage tool? Try this guide from HackThatPhone if you haven't already: http://www.hackthatphone.com/2x/pwnagetool_2_2_1_1st_gen_iphone_expert.html

-Michael

[mjohn717]

Have you tried the Pwnage tool? Try this guide from HackThatPhone if you haven't already: http://www.hackthatphone.com/2x/pwnagetool_2_2_1_1st_gen_iphone_expert.html

-Michael

HI:michael thanks for responding so fast.i went where you sugested.let me tell you.im using a ( PC ) with (windows xp )the ( pwnagetool)i can not open it,its some kinda ( dmg ) file.im not that computer savy,im sure that you kinda figured that already.i downloaded some program called ( transmac ) its surpose to open the file nothing is working.if you or anyone else out there have anymore ideas or info for me im all ears.this is what im working with.
PC - WINDOWS XP
iphone 1st gen 8g 2.2.1 firmware installed,jail broken and unlocked
trying to make it work with my ( t-mobile sim ) all im getting is connect to itunes. thanks

[r3dr0247]

HI:michael thanks for responding so fast.i went where you sugested.let me tell you.im using a ( PC ) with (windows xp )the ( pwnagetool)i can not open it,its some kinda ( dmg ) file.im not that computer savy,im sure that you kinda figured that already.i downloaded some program called ( transmac ) its surpose to open the file nothing is working.if you or anyone else out there have anymore ideas or info for me im all ears.this is what im working with.
PC - WINDOWS XP
iphone 1st gen 8g 2.2.1 firmware installed,jail broken and unlocked
trying to make it work with my ( t-mobile sim ) all im getting is connect to itunes. thanks

by any chance did you update your itunes? sorry for replying late for some reason i never got an email telling me i had a reply on my thread. but anyway.. did you update itunes to 8.1? cuz if im not wrong theres a new update for itunes

[mjohn717]

by any chance did you update your itunes? sorry for replying late for some reason i never got an email telling me i had a reply on my thread. but anyway.. did you update itunes to 8.1? cuz if im not wrong theres a new update for itunes

i am using the latest version of itunes ( 8.1.1 ) im also having trouble because the pwnagetool link is for apple and when i download the software to open the files it dont do nothing.i think that maybe i should just quit.unless you have more options that i can try..thanks for all your help so far.

[r3dr0247]

i am using the latest version of itunes ( 8.1.1 ) im also having trouble because the pwnagetool link is for apple and when i download the software to open the files it dont do nothing.i think that maybe i should just quit.unless you have more options that i can try..thanks for all your help so far.

no problem ok check it try using quickpwn instead download it from http://quickpwn2-2-1.googlecode.com/files/QuickPwn-225-2.zip its easier and i think its better once you've donwload it follow my steps with itunes it should work now the thing is.. im not sure if the latest itunes will work.. when i unlocked mine i used itunes 8 and i havent even updated my itunes yet

[mjohn717]

no problem ok check it try using quickpwn instead download it from http://quickpwn2-2-1.googlecode.com/files/QuickPwn-225-2.zip its easier and i think its better once you've donwload it follow my steps with itunes it should work now the thing is.. im not sure if the latest itunes will work.. when i unlocked mine i used itunes 8 and i havent even updated my itunes yet

ok so should i or can i just down grade my itunes back to the 8.0 version and then try to unlock and use my t-mobile sim???

[r3dr0247]

ok so should i or can i just down grade my itunes back to the 8.0 version and then try to unlock and use my t-mobile sim???

yea if theres a chance to downgrading itunes back to 8 yes you will be able to once you've downgraded your itunes follow my steps and for sure you'll be able to unlock it and use your t-mobile

[r3dr0247]

ok so should i or can i just down grade my itunes back to the 8.0 version and then try to unlock and use my t-mobile sim???

according to this site http://forums.macrumors.com/showthread.php?t=669999 you need to uninstall itunes 8.1 and download itunes 8.0.2

------http://download.oldapps.com/iTunes/iTunesSetup802.exe------

thats the link to download itunes 8.0.2

[ragsun1]

Hi,

I have a similar prob to urs...my iphone was already unlocked and i was using it in a different country previously. currently i am in US n Yday i was trying to upgrade d software and while the iphone was restoring, my phone is now stuck on the USB with the itune logo n my itunes says SIM card not supported...

I have tried restoring it many times n used pwnage n iliberty but still not working...

i saw ur thread except i am stuck on d first step itself...i have a windows vista system n unable to find d file

Help me!!!!

[r3dr0247]

Hi,

I have a similar prob to urs...my iphone was already unlocked and i was using it in a different country previously. currently i am in US n Yday i was trying to upgrade d software and while the iphone was restoring, my phone is now stuck on the USB with the itune logo n my itunes says SIM card not supported...

I have tried restoring it many times n used pwnage n iliberty but still not working...

i saw ur thread except i am stuck on d first step itself...i have a windows vista system n unable to find d file

Help me!!!!

before anything what firmware are you on? did you update your iphone or are you still on firmware 2.2.1?

[ragsun1]

Thanks for ur quick reply!!!

i dont knw whether d firmware has been upgraded or not...i was doing d update and during d process, this happened

i am not sure wht firmware i am actually:(

[r3dr0247]

Thanks for ur quick reply!!!

i dont knw whether d firmware has been upgraded or not...i was doing d update and during d process, this happened

i am not sure wht firmware i am actually:(

to find out go on your iphone settings, then general, then about, and look for the version and let me know

[ragsun1]

i am unable to go to the home page...i am stuck where it shows a USB with an itunes logo...and only emergency calls

i cant do anything else

[r3dr0247]

i am unable to go to the home page...i am stuck where it shows a USB with an itunes logo...and only emergency calls

i cant do anything else

oh yea i forgot about that.. hmmm then plug it into your computer and open itunes the computer should recognize your phone and tell you the software

[mjohn717]

Hi,

I have a similar prob to urs...my iphone was already unlocked and i was using it in a different country previously. currently i am in US n Yday i was trying to upgrade d software and while the iphone was restoring, my phone is now stuck on the USB with the itune logo n my itunes says SIM card not supported...

I have tried restoring it many times n used pwnage n iliberty but still not working...

i saw ur thread except i am stuck on d first step itself...i have a windows vista system n unable to find d file

Help me!!!!

i also had that very same problem.my phone was stuck in restore mode.i have 2 computers at home and neither of my computers would bring my phone out of restore mode.i have windows pc's im running windows xp,my iphone is the first gen 8g.i rented a computer from my local rent a center and used it to restore my phone,and unlock it once again.i never could get another sim card to work in my phone so i just gave up.just use someones elses computer to restore and unlock again,you should be able to resync back with your itunes.i dont know what to tell you about the sim tho,nothing has helped me so far.

[r3dr0247]

i also had that very same problem.my phone was stuck in restore mode.i have 2 computers at home and neither of my computers would bring my phone out of restore mode.i have windows pc's im running windows xp,my iphone is the first gen 8g.i rented a computer from my local rent a center and used it to restore my phone,and unlock it once again.i never could get another sim card to work in my phone so i just gave up.just use someones elses computer to restore and unlock again,you should be able to resync back with your itunes.i dont know what to tell you about the sim tho,nothing has helped me so far.

did you ever try using itunes 8 to unlock it?

[ragsun1]

on the itunes window, it just says "SIM card inserted in d iphone doesnt appear to be supported"

shall i try to restore again?

[ragsun1]

I have been uninstalling n installing various versions of itunes and trying to restore but not working...

when i tried with pwnage, i got an error 1604....

[ragsun1]

i currently have installed itunes 8.1.10

[r3dr0247]

on the itunes window, it just says "SIM card inserted in d iphone doesnt appear to be supported"

shall i try to restore again?

you dont have to restore it just take the sim out and try it like that and you only need itunes 8.0.2 i posted the link in this thread so download that one

[r3dr0247]

i currently have installed itunes 8.1.10

that one wont work try uninstalling that itunes and download 8.0.2 the site is on the first page

[ragsun1]

alrite...am uninstalling 8.1 version n downloading 8.0.2 from ur link...

can u tell me wht shld i do once 8.0 is installed?

[r3dr0247]

alrite...am uninstalling 8.1 version n downloading 8.0.2 from ur link...

can u tell me wht shld i do once 8.0 is installed?

once 8.0 is installed follow all the steps on the first page with the sim card in your phone before anything what iphone is it? is it first gen or second gen 3g?

[ragsun1]

its first gen 16GB iphone, not 3G..

But if i am going to follow ur process, i am still stuck in d first step where i need to move some files n delete the folder from application data...i cant find it...

sorry to bother but i am not comp savy

[r3dr0247]

ok got it haha ummm try making the hidden files visible by going to My computer/tools/folder options/view and check for show hidden files or folders

[ragsun1]

already did tht still unable to find d file u mentioned

[ragsun1]

one more thing, i am jst installing 8.0 in my pc...so d iphone software update will be in this itune rite?

[ragsun1]

to add to all this, i am unable to open 8.0 itune...error msg which i get is

"itunes library.it" cant be read coz it was created by a newer version of itunes...

so i think with all these mess ups, best thing wld be try on a diff pc?

[r3dr0247]

to add to all this, i am unable to open 8.0 itune...error msg which i get is

"itunes library.it" cant be read coz it was created by a newer version of itunes...

so i think with all these mess ups, best thing wld be try on a diff pc?

yea i think so if someone has windows xp it would be the best its easier to tell you the truth

[r3dr0247]

i have windows xp and i still havent updated my itunes i still have itunes 8.0 so if you know anybody or find anyone with windows xp and itunes 8.0 it'll work

[ragsun1]

alrite...i hv to look for a 2nd pc now:(

thanx for ur help...

do u think i wl atleast hv my homescreen back if i trying putting an AT & T SIM card?

[r3dr0247]

alrite...i hv to look for a 2nd pc now:(

thanx for ur help...

do u think i wl atleast hv my homescreen back if i trying putting an AT & T SIM card?

it doesnt hurt trying haha try it out im not sure though cuz my step bro did the same he updated his phone without the sim and it was locked it wouldnt pass the emergency screen pretty much the same that happened to you. i fixed it by doing what i explained on the first page i'll somehow find a way to help you out with vista so keep on coming back. later today (cuz im a bit busy right now) i'll post a solution for vista on how to show the hidden folders

[ragsun1]

sure...wl wait for ur updates:)

thanks a ton for trying to help me figure it out

[r3dr0247]

hey no worries i felt the same way before i unlocked mine i couldnt find one single forum with answers now that i know how to unlock it im glad to help anyone who needs it :)

[r3dr0247]

To enable the viewing of Hidden files follow these steps:

1. Close all programs so that you are at your desktop.
2. Click on the Start button. This is the small round button with the Windows flag in the lower left corner.
3. Click on the Control Panel menu option.
4. When the control panel opens you can either be in Classic View or Control Panel Home view:

If you are in the Classic View do the following:
1. Double-click on the Folder Options icon.
2. Click on the View tab.
3. Go to step 5.

If you are in the Control Panel Home view do the following:
1. Click on the Appearance and Personalization link .
2. Click on Show Hidden Files or Folders.
3. Go to step 5.

5. Under the Hidden files and folders section select the radio button labeled Show hidden files and folders.
6. Remove the checkmark from the checkbox labeled Hide extensions for known file types.
7. Remove the checkmark from the checkbox labeled Hide protected operating system files.
8. Press the Apply button and then the OK button and shutdown My Computer.
9. Now Windows Vista is configured to show all hidden files.

[hayd/uk]

hi, i have recently bought a iphone from america i didnt realise it wouldnt work in the uk until i got it, it is now not letting me onto any of the phone all it says is slide for emergency could some one help me please as i need to use this phone as soon as possible, thanks

[Michael Johnston]

Did you buy an O2 SIM to put in it?

[r3dr0247]

hi, i have recently bought a iphone from america i didnt realise it wouldnt work in the uk until i got it, it is now not letting me onto any of the phone all it says is slide for emergency could some one help me please as i need to use this phone as soon as possible, thanks

ok before anything is it a brand new phone the new 3gs, is it the regular 3g or is it the first gen iphone?

[hayd/uk]

it is a iphone 3g 16gb, and yes i bought a sim card to put in it i oredy have a 02 sim on contract aswel

[r3dr0247]

is it on 3.0 already or still 2.2.1?

[hayd/uk]

not sure how do i tell? its my first iphone dont really no wt i am duin

[r3dr0247]

ok got to settings go to general then go to about and look for the version then let me know

[hayd/uk]

i cant go on anything on my phone it just says slide for emergency then goes to emergency calls only

[hayd/uk]

help please

[r3dr0247]

i forgot about that.. plug in your iphone to your pc to itunes all the info should show up on itunes

[hayd/uk]

all it says is, the sim card inserted in this iphone does not appear to be supported

[r3dr0247]

you never got the cingular sim in the phone?

[hayd/uk]

no, didnt come with a sim

[r3dr0247]

before anything take out your sim.. leave your phone without a sim card

then what you can do is first update or install itunes 8.2 to your pc or mac once thats done plug in your iphone to your computer and press and hold the home button and the off/on button until itunes detects it on recovery mode once its on recovery mode let itunes update your phone and all it should guide you through everything

once all this is done your phone should be updated to its latest firmware which is 3.0

once thats done go to this link and this video should guide you through the jailbreak

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qDDEN3zfQOg

and once jailbroken this next video should guide you through the unlock for your sim

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AxML7FkwfgE

try it and let me know if you're still stuck on that emergency screen