Blackberry Key2 Autoloader -

There are two main models of the KEY2, and using the wrong autoloader will result in a "Sahara Fail" error.

We will assume you have a bricked or corrupted Key2 BBF100-1 with the global firmware. blackberry key2 autoloader

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Device reboots. If stuck at BlackBerry logo >5 min, perform a factory reset from recovery (Power + Vol Up). There are two main models of the KEY2,

| Myth | Fact | |------|------| | Autoloader can relock bootloader | No – fastboot oem lock is separate | | Autoloader works with locked bootloader | Only for exact same signed firmware version | | You can flash any KEY2 autoloader | No – mismatched modem/abl causes no cellular or hard brick | | Autoloader fixes dead battery bootloop | No – that's a hardware issue | Device reboots

| Error Message | Likely Cause | Fix | |---------------|--------------|-----| | FAILED (remote: Flashing is not allowed for critical partition) | Bootloader locked | Unlock bootloader (erases data) | | FAILED (remote: partition table doesn't exist) | Wrong autoloader for hardware | Use correct PRD version | | Device goes to 9008 EDL (black screen) | aboot/xbl corrupted | Use QFIL with firehose loader | | fastboot: unknown option -- set_active | Old fastboot version | Update platform-tools to latest |