Template:Unlock Bootloader

Unlocking the device (bootloader)
First, the bootloader must be unlocked.


 * 1) Download and install the Android SDK for your platform from here: Android SDK
 * 2) Open a Terminal and:
 * 3) Run:   to start the Android SDK Manager
 * 4) Use it to install the latest version of 'Android SDK Platform-tools'
 * 5) Close the Android SDK Manager
 * 6) In your Terminal window,:


 * 1) Power off the  and activate the bootloader
 * 2) Connect it via USB
 * 3) In your Terminal window, run:
 * 4) If your device shows up, proceed to the next step. Otherwise, follow the instructions in this thread
 * 5) In your Terminal window, run:
 * 6) A warning will appear on your, prompting you to unlock your bootloader.
 * 7) Use the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons to navigate and the Power button to confirm your selection.
 * 8) Reboot Device