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The presence of such a code protects our mobile device from unauthorized access. But what should someone do? forgot sony ericsson phone lock code? Let's try to figure this out.
Problems with lock code on phones Sony Ericsson. What if we forgot it?
By default, all devices from this manufacturer have the code set to 0000. If it does not work, most likely the combination is different due to the fact that the user himself changed it. The blocking code usually includes from 4 to 8 numbers.
If we have just purchased a mobile device, the blocking is most likely disabled. You can enable it via general settings our phone. Go to the “Blocks” item through the “Security” menu and select the “Phone Protection” item. We turn on the protection. Enter the lock code. As already mentioned, the default is 0000.
To change installed code, again go to the “Phone protection” item and select “Change code”. Next, follow the instructions of our mobile device.
What should a user do if he forgot the lock code for his Sony Ericsson phone and can’t remember it? For safety reasons mobile operator, as well as the support center of the mobile equipment manufacturer has the right to find out such a code. If there are no such reasons, it is best to contact service center for help from specialists.
How to reset the lock code on a Sony Ericsson phone if we have forgotten it, by ourselves?
One of the most effective ways is hard reboot, that is hard reset. This will reset the settings to factory defaults. Please note that the reset method depends on specific model our mobile device. This is especially noticeable in the way you access the system recovery menu.
You can also reset the settings to the factory state using special utilities. Before working with any of the programs, you should definitely check the availability of firmware drivers. Depending on the platform our phone is running on, the lock code will be reset to 0000, or will appear in the flash era window.
Reset security code possible through the SETool2 Lite utility. Open it and select the model of our device in the “Phone Type” item. Click “Repair/Unlock”. The phone turns off, after which we press and hold the C key and insert the USB cable.
A notification should appear in the “Log” window that the device is disconnected (“Phone detached”). Close the program, disconnect the mobile device, remove and install the battery back. Turn on the phone again.
You can also reset the code using the XS++ utility. Open it and select the connection item (“Connect”). On the disconnected device, hold down the C button and connect the USB cable. After the device is detected, check the “GDFS” item. Go to the “Locks” tab, and from there to “Phone Lock”. Once the reset is complete, close XS++ and turn off the mobile device. We remove the battery and install it back, and then turn on our phone.
If you have forgotten your PIN, password or graphic key to lock the screen or are otherwise unable to unlock the screen, reset the screen lock on your Xperia™ device. Before doing this, carefully read the requirements and results of each reset method.
Use the my Xperia service to reset your screen lock.
Result. Content on the device will not be deleted.
Requirements. This reset method requires that the my Xperia service is activated on your device. To check if the my Xperia service is activated on your device, go to myxperia.sonymobile.com and sign in using the same account. Google entry™ that you have set up on your device. For this method also requires an active Internet connection (Wi-Fi or mobile network).
Reset screen lock using my Xperia service
- Go to myxperia.sonymobile.com from any device connected to the Internet, such as a computer.
- Sign in to the Google™ or Sony Entertainment Network account you set up on your Xperia™ device.
- Click the image of your Xperia™ device in the devices section.
- Select Lock or Change PIN to change your current lock screen PIN to a new one.
- Follow the instructions on the my Xperia service screen.
To reset the screen lock on your Xperia™ device, use the recovery feature software in the Xperia™ Companion app.
Result. The software on the device will be reinstalled. All personal data stored in internal memory, will be deleted. Contents on external SD card will not be deleted.
Requirements. This method requires access to a computer with active connection to the Internet. A USB cable is required to connect the device to your computer. The device's charge level must be at least 80%.
Restoring software using Xperia™ Companion
- Make sure Xperia app™ Companion for Windows or Mac OS installed on your PC or Mac computer ®.
- Open Xperia™ Companion on your computer and click Software recovery on the main screen.
- Follow the onscreen instructions to reinstall the software and complete the recovery.
What should the owner do? Sony devices Xperia if for some reason it cannot unlock the screen using the previously selected lock option? Exit from
Unlock Sony screen Xperia when you forgot your password or pattern.
It's very easy to forget a password or pattern. This is a common problem due to which some even run to the service center. But in fact, you shouldn’t waste time looking for such a center in your city. Below are instructions for Sony Xperia owners to easily bypass the lock screen. By the way, this is exactly what they use in service centers.
Please note that this text is intended specifically for unlocking Xperia smartphones. On devices from other manufacturers, you will have to try to bypass the blocking in other ways.
Step by step instructions.
The operation begins by pressing the emergency call button. On the keyboard that appears, enter the code:
*#*#7378423#*#* (valid on all Xperia series devices)
That's all, so you will find yourself on the desktop. This trick works on all Xperias. If you have new model, in which this operation does not lead to the desired result, then try entering the code *#*#73556673#*#* on the emergency call screen. It does not work for all smartphones; on some models it only leads to a normal reboot of the device.
Updated: If no codes work on your device, recovery using PC Companion will help 100%. It puts the device into operation even from the “brick” state.
If you have any difficulties, watching this video should help. You can also write your questions or thoughts in the comment form below!
But the guy demonstrates in a video how everything is done on the XPeria Z:
319 comments to “Unlock Sony Xperia screen when you forgot your password or pattern”
Guys, I have an XPERIA p and it doesn’t work, I’ve already tried everything, please tell me.
This is all lies, none of it works.
On Sony experia xa I forgot the pattern key, rebooted the device and there I had to enter a password to turn it on (limit 30 attempts) after unsuccessful attempts the device reset all settings, but then offered to restore all data.
Only a factory reset will help. key hold sound and turn on simultaneously when turned off. device, and then for each model differently.
I don’t have an HFC button on my phone, what should I do?
I have a Sony V3+, I forgot the key. please tell me.
AINAZIK - Sony doesn’t have a V3 model, it’s a Chinese phone))). Try going into recovery (if available). With the phone turned off, press the volume “-” and “on”. And hold it until the green robot appears. There select vipe date / factory reset. And OK. The settings will be reset.
I forgot my PIN code to unlock the screen, what should I do? I've tried a lot and it doesn't help. Sony xperia z2 (D6502)
Help..what should I do? I forgot the password for Sony xa. I don’t know what to do anymore.
good afternoon, nothing helps with my M5 Dual, please advise something...
Thank you! IN service menu I entered, but there was no “NFC” item in “Service Tests”. I pressed something like reboot - it started without a pattern key, but how out of the box?? Returned to factory settings, i.e. with loss of all data. Fortunately, there was no particularly valuable data (the child had a phone number).
I have sony xperia sp and not a single code fits what to do.
Xperia T does not help remove the pattern.
Hello, I downloaded the program from the official website, connected my phone (Sony M2) to the cable, it says that I need to unlock the device! Although that’s why I downloaded it! What to do.
Hello, I’ve already tried everything on the Sony Xperia m2 model, nothing helps, please tell me how to reset the graphic key to the factory settings and forgot.
Bullshit info., I just checked it on my z5 compact, there is no need, since I always remember passwords and pattern keys, 2nd I have a fingerprint scanner.
I suffered for two days. I thought everything. money needs to be paid to someone. I have M2 Sony. but it turned out to be not such a fool)) I downloaded the program from the official website. but as some people write here, it showed an inscription that the phone needs to be unlocked. . I almost despaired. I’ll explain to those who don’t understand how it’s done! download the program. from two items we choose what we need (phone or tablet) in my case a phone. We don’t connect it to the computer. select recovery by. Well, here you can suffer with the phone. I don’t remember how exactly, I remember that the installation took place on a switched off phone. and the on-off button at the same time as the volume, I tortured it. Now I'm sitting happy. If you are not a guru like me, then my advice to you. be patient and try different methods. and read as you go step by step instructions what to do with the phone.
The information is crap. Z3 born in 2016 is blocked. I changed the password in hops (due to the holiday 24 i.e. February 23), in the morning I could not remember. I looked through all the sites - the same thing. I will say this - nothing works! I was already desperate, but on March 4 this year a miracle happened - the 1143rd attempt! and lo! I can already recommend it! Conclusion, if you don’t have an account, hit the screen, laziness, destroy the system! Buttons, codes - DO NOT WORK! At least in the updated versions.
I click on emergency call and I drive the number, nothing just turns off and nothing appears, it’s just a lie.
I have a Sony Xperia V. Is it possible to check if someone is logging into the phone or trying to?
Copy of SONY Z5 Premium, unlock screen Sony Xperia password key
What should the owner of a Sony Xperia device do if for some reason he cannot unlock the screen using the previously selected lock option? Exit from
Unlocking Sony Xperia screen when you forgot your password or pattern.
It's very easy to forget a password or pattern. This is a common problem due to which some even run to the service center. But in fact, you shouldn’t waste time looking for such a center in your city. Below are instructions for Sony Xperia owners to easily bypass the lock screen. By the way, this is exactly what they use in service centers.
Please note that this text is intended specifically for unlocking Xperia smartphones. On devices from other manufacturers, you will have to try to bypass the blocking in other ways.
Step by step instructions.
The operation begins by pressing the emergency call button. On the keyboard that appears, enter the code:
*#*#7378423#*#* (valid on all Xperia series devices)
That's all, so you will find yourself on the desktop. This trick works on all Xperias. If you have a new model in which this operation does not lead to the desired result, then try entering the code *#*#73556673#*#* on the emergency call screen. It does not work for all smartphones; on some models it only leads to a normal reboot of the device.
Updated: If no codes work on your device, recovery using PC Companion will help 100%. It puts the device into operation even from the “brick” state.
If you have any difficulties, watching this video should help. You can also write your questions or thoughts in the comment form below!
But the guy demonstrates in a video how everything is done on the XPeria Z:
319 comments to “Unlock Sony Xperia screen when you forgot your password or pattern”
Guys, I have an XPERIA p and it doesn’t work, I’ve already tried everything, please tell me.
This is all lies, none of it works.
On Sony experia xa I forgot the pattern key, rebooted the device and there I had to enter a password to turn it on (limit 30 attempts) after unsuccessful attempts the device reset all settings, but then offered to restore all data.
Only a factory reset will help. key hold sound and turn on simultaneously when turned off. device, and then for each model differently.
I don’t have an HFC button on my phone, what should I do?
I have a Sony V3+, I forgot the key. please tell me.
AINAZIK - Sony doesn’t have a V3 model, it’s a Chinese phone))). Try going into recovery (if available). With the phone turned off, press the volume “-” and “on”. And hold it until the green robot appears. There select vipe date / factory reset. And OK. The settings will be reset.
I forgot my PIN code to unlock the screen, what should I do? I've tried a lot and it doesn't help. Sony xperia z2 (D6502)
Help..what should I do? I forgot the password for Sony xa. I don’t know what to do anymore.
good afternoon, nothing helps with my M5 Dual, please advise something...
Thank you! I entered the service menu, but there was no “NFC” item in “Service Tests”. I pressed something like reboot - it started without a pattern key, but how out of the box?? Returned to factory settings, i.e. with loss of all data. Fortunately, there was no particularly valuable data (the child had a phone number).
I have a Sony xperia sp and not a single code works, what should I do?
Xperia T does not help remove the pattern.
Hello, I downloaded the program from the official website, connected my phone (Sony M2) to the cable, it says that I need to unlock the device! Although that’s why I downloaded it! What to do.
Hello, I’ve already tried everything on the Sony Xperia m2 model, nothing helps, please tell me how to reset the graphic key to the factory settings and forgot.
Bullshit info., I just checked it on my z5 compact, there is no need, since I always remember passwords and pattern keys, 2nd I have a fingerprint scanner.
I suffered for two days. I thought everything. money needs to be paid to someone. I have M2 Sony. but it turned out to be not such a fool)) I downloaded the program from the official website. but as some people write here, it showed an inscription that the phone needs to be unlocked. . I almost despaired. I’ll explain to those who don’t understand how it’s done! download the program. from two items we choose what we need (phone or tablet) in my case a phone. We don’t connect it to the computer. select recovery by. Well, here you can suffer with the phone. I don’t remember how exactly, I remember that the installation took place on a switched off phone. and the on-off button at the same time as the volume, I tortured it. Now I'm sitting happy. If you are not a guru like me, then my advice to you. Be patient and try different methods. and read the step-by-step instructions on what to do with the phone during the process.
The information is crap. Z3 born in 2016 is blocked. I changed the password in hops (due to the holiday 24 i.e. February 23), in the morning I could not remember. I looked through all the sites - the same thing. I will say this - nothing works! I was already desperate, but on March 4 this year a miracle happened - the 1143rd attempt! and lo! I can already recommend it! Conclusion, if you don’t have an account, hit the screen, laziness, destroy the system! Buttons, codes - DO NOT WORK! At least in the updated versions.
I press the emergency call and enter the number, nothing just turns off and nothing appears, it's just a lie.
I have a Sony Xperia V. Is it possible to check if someone is logging into the phone or trying to?
Copy of SONY Z5 Premium, unlock screen Sony Xperia password key
There are many ways to protect your smartphone from strangers, be it a PIN code, a fingerprint scanner or a pattern.
The graphic key is the best option, as it allows the user to quickly unlock the device. Of course, the graphic key will not return lost smartphone owner, however, thieves will not gain access to personal files and contacts.
But what happens if you forgot the pattern on your smartphone? We will help you solve this problem.
Remove Sony Xperia Z2 pattern key via Gmail account
- After you have entered the wrong pattern 5 times in a row, the smartphone will be locked and you need to wait 30 seconds before trying again.
- You can remove the graphic Sony key Xperia Z2 using your account Gmail.
- To do this, click on the “Forgot pattern key” button in the lower right corner.
- Enter your address email, password and press OK (your phone must be connected to the Internet).
- If the phone is connected to the Internet, then the mobile device is unlocked. If not, the only way to remove the Sony Xperia Z2 pattern lock is to reset the smartphone to factory settings.
To reset your smartphone to factory settings, follow these instructions.
How to reset settings and remove pattern lock Sony Xperia Z2
You can reset your Sony smartphone by holding the On/Off button and the Home button for 5 seconds.
However, some Sony models cannot be reset in this way, so you need to read the following rules to reset your smartphone to factory settings and remove the Sony Xperia Z2 pattern lock.
Rule 1.
If your Sony smartphone Has a built-in battery, you can do a factory reset by holding the on/off button and the home button for 5 seconds. Mobile devices with built-in battery: Χ10 Mini, Xperia S, Xperia P Xperia U.
Rule 2.
If your smartphone runs on operating system Android versions from 1.6 to 2.1, the only way to reset the settings and remove the Sony Xperia Z2 pattern lock is to contact Sony support.
Rule 3.
If your smartphone runs on Android 2.3 and higher, and the battery is removable, then you can reset the settings and remove the Sony Xperia Z2 pattern key using the PC Companion program on your computer.
PC Companion is a set of tools and applications that you can use when you connect your mobile device to your computer. PC Companion offers updates to your smartphone software, contacts and calendar, and backup and restoration of smartphone functions.
Remove Sony Xperia Z2 graphic key using PC Companion
- Download PC Companion (on this page) and install the program on your computer.
- Restart your computer and open PC Companion.
- Select “Support Zone”, and then “Start”.
- Two screens will appear on your computer - Software Update ( software update) + Support zone online.
- Select Software Update (Start). The display “Couldn’t find the phone” will pop up on the screen - look for the inscription “Repair”, which is highlighted in blue on this pop-up window, and click on it.
- Click Continue.
- You will see a green loading bar “preparing your smartphone for update”.
- When the green bar loads, a screen with all your smartphones will appear. Select essential smartphone(PC Companion will load some information and you will see a screen showing you how to connect your device. The phone must be turned off and the battery must be at least 50% charged).
- Connect the USB cable to your computer (not your phone).
- Your smartphone must be turned off. Press and hold the back key (the arrow key at the bottom right of the screen) while connecting your smartphone to USB cable. If you did everything correctly, then in the right top corner A green light will appear, but the phone should not turn on. Do not release the Back button until an inscription appears on the screen that allows you to do this.
Now you know how to reset the settings to factory settings and remove the graphic key of Sony Xperia Z2.