Quectel Change Imei -
| Error | Solution |
| :--- | :--- |
| ERROR | Unlock with AT+QPRTPARA=1 first. Or module is SIMlocked. |
| CME ERROR: 13 | SIM failure – Insert a valid SIM card. Some modules require a SIM to write IMEI. |
| CME ERROR: 3 | Operation not allowed. You need the DIAG port method (Part 5). |
| +CME ERROR: 100 | Unknown command. Use AT+CGMR to check firmware; update to latest OEM version. |
AT+EGMR=1,7,"YOUR_15_DIGIT_IMEI"
Under the Wireless Telephone Protection Act (18 U.S. Code § 1029), altering or removing an IMEI with intent to defraud is a federal crime. Penalties include fines and imprisonment. quectel change imei
Quectel provides an official method for authorized customers: | Error | Solution | | :--- |
This method is fully legal and carrier-compliant but only available to OEMs. This method is fully legal and carrier-compliant but
Despite the legal risks, there are valid engineering scenarios:
| Quectel Series | Command Variation |
|----------------|-------------------|
| EC20/EC25 | AT+EGMR=1,7,"IMEI" |
| BG96/MC60 | AT+QEGMR=1,7,"IMEI" |
| BC95/BC66 (NB-IoT) | Limited support |