Unlocking Verizon Lumia 2520

[Alpo714]

Does any one know how to unlock a the Verizon Lumia 2520? My goal is to unlock the Verizon 2520 to have it used on T-mobile's network with the Uncarrier promotion (free 200 mb of internet). I mostly use the tablet at home with WiFi but would like to have the added capability to use it on T-mobile's GSM. Although, I'm perfectly happy using the tablet on my WiFi only.

I've called Verizon several times to confirm that the tablet is "unlocked" but it seems that most Verizon reps say its "unlocked." I was able to speak to T-mobile to obtain a tablet SIM card and placed it into the Verizon Lumia 2520. When I open up the settings to view if I have mobile broad band but it shows as "No service." Just to make sure we're all the same page, the T-mobile SIM card is active and registered as mobile broad band for tablets.

Does any one have any advice on how to unlock this device? Suggestions?

 

[palandri]

It has no GSM frequencies: Nokia Lumia 2520 Specifications - Nokia - USA



4. Verizon Lumia 2520 supports 4 and 13 LTE network bands
5. Verizon Lumia 2520 does not support WCDMA network
6. Verizon Lumia 2520 does not support GSM network

 

[Alpo714]

It has no GSM frequencies: Nokia Lumia 2520 Specifications - Nokia - USA


4. Verizon Lumia 2520 supports 4 and 13 LTE network bands
5. Verizon Lumia 2520 does not support WCDMA network
6. Verizon Lumia 2520 does not support GSM network

Thanks for the response! Looks like I'll be tethering this device to my phone!

 

[treetownal]

T Mobile uses Band 4 LTE in refarmed areas - is there a reason you wouldn't be able to use it LTE-only?

 

[OliverK]

The my ATT app has the unlock settings on the ATT model. I suspect there Is a similar app for Verizon.

 

[Alpo714]

The my ATT app has the unlock settings on the ATT model. I suspect there Is a similar app for Verizon.

I checked the apps in the 2520 regarding any unlock settings, I don't seem to find anything relating to the matter of unlocking.

 

[Alpo714]

T Mobile uses Band 4 LTE in refarmed areas - is there a reason you wouldn't be able to use it LTE-only?

I'm not sure... I was able to confirm with T-mobile that the mobile broad band SIM card is active but when I insert it into the device it clearly states "No service." Any suggestions? I guess I will try calling T-mobile to force the SIM card to use band 4 LTE... It's worth a try.

 

[JaimitoFrog]

The my ATT app has the unlock settings on the ATT model. I suspect there Is a similar app for Verizon.

where did you get unlock code from?

 

[dav8o8]

I, too, picked up the Verizon model. It's not unlocked out of the box. Although I spoke w/ two online sales reps and both said it's unlocked. Doesn't work with my T-mobile SIM in Seattle. So, I'm thinking to return it today.

 

[MrVoras]

It is unlocked. Verizon doesn't use GSM bands

 

[pranaynewton]

Hi,

I also have a similar issue. But I came across this the other day.
Network Mode Setting - Nokia Lumia 2520

I think that you should be able to choose your device's network mode using the Verizon Connection Manager application. But when I tried it with another SIM it didn't show any settings. I think one would have to put in a Verizon SIM change it to GSM/UMTS and then put in the other SIM card. Can anyone try and confirm this?

Regards

Pranay

 

[benc]

spoke to nokia today.

they confirmed only developed 1 model that had all networks within the device, including gsm.

verizon still holding to position that their devices do not have gsm built in.

if they do have gsm built in wouldn't they be out of compliance with the fcc?

 

[mutoubj]

Today I test my Verizon Lumia 2520 with Verizon 4G LTE SIM card and China Unicom SIM (GSM/WCDMA). I can say that the verizon Lumia 2520 definitely have the GSM/WCDMA build in. But the tablet don't have the software and apn support.

 

[Lefa69wp]

I have this same problem. Any new news to this?

 

[meathead88]

yeah, we need to figure this out.

 

[mutou]

No solution now.

 

[Alpo714]

Hi,

I also have a similar issue. But I came across this the other day.
Network Mode Setting - Nokia Lumia 2520


I think that you should be able to choose your device's network mode using the Verizon Connection Manager application. But when I tried it with another SIM it didn't show any settings. I think one would have to put in a Verizon SIM change it to GSM/UMTS and then put in the other SIM card. Can anyone try and confirm this?

Regards

Pranay

I will contact some of my friends who own Verizon phones / tablets and will see if i can change the settings. If not I'll go to a Verizon store and talk to the sales rep about using one of their sim cards. I'll keep you posted.

 

[Alpo714]

spoke to nokia today.

they confirmed only developed 1 model that had all networks within the device, including gsm.

verizon still holding to position that their devices do not have gsm built in.

if they do have gsm built in wouldn't they be out of compliance with the fcc?

I'm not sure about this, but what I do know is that the Verizon variant is missing a few LTE antennas.

 

[Alpo714]

View attachment 54015 The Verizon Lumia can recognize my GSM SIM card, but don't have internet connect. I think that need a program or setup a connection with username and password wfrom mobile service provider.

Do you have any ideas on how to do this? Any suggestions would be appreciated.

 

[Alpo714]

I have this same problem. Any new news to this?

No new solutions, just road blocks. Although I do feel determined to figure this out. I will let you all know if I find a solution.