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Hi guys. I tried to search for the topic how to use BBSAK to wipe/load OS and I couldn't find it. So I thought of making a simple guide for all you guys out there. Feel free to give your comment as this is my first 'How-To' in crackberry
For those Loader.exe lover, the link on how to use it is at the bottom of the topic
For starters, I never thought of using BBSAK (BlackBerry Swiss Army Knife) to wipe. I did too many upgrading and downgrading since I love hybrids and I was worried chunks of useless information is stored in my phone.
BBSAK really do a good job in wiping. They wipe everything! Okay, enough of talking. Here is the guide:
Requirements to run BBSAK (click to download):
1. BBSAK program
2. Net Framework 2.0 or higher
3. Desktop Manager
Step-by-step Guide
1. Always backup your phone. Backup your phone using Desktop Manager.
2. You can backup your 3rd party apps too if you want but I usually don't. I will do a fresh download of those apps to be on the safe side.
3. Plug in the cable to your phone and run BBSAK.
4. You will see a box to enter the password. If you don't have a password, leave it blank and press OK. If you have a password, key in the password and press OK.
5. You will be able to see your BlackBerry PIN at the PIN box if the phone is connected correctly to BBSAK.
6. Search for the option to Wipe Device and it will prompt you if you are sure to wipe. If you have not backup your phone (or forgotten to), this is a good time to exit and backup first.
7. Press Wipe Device and wait until the box appear saying Wipe Complete.
8. The phone will reboot and you will then proceed to a white screen. It will prompt you Error 507. Do not panic and follow the next step and don't unplug the cable.
9. If you have the desired OS installed in your computer, select the option for Load OS.
10. From here, everything is straight forward and just follow the instructions.
Other notes:
> BBSAK is much simpler as it auto delete the Vendor file for you.
Reminders before backup:
1. Download and install the latest BBSAK and OS you desired.
2. Backup the contents of your choice.
Okay, here's another guide of mine about using Loader.exe instead of BBSAK. Enjoy!
How To Load / Wipe Using Loader.exe
Wait! You semi-bricked or bricked your BlackBerry? Don't worry. Guide is here: How to revive a bricked BlackBerry
Also, 3 things to do immediately when you lost your BlackBerry!
I hope this helps and feel free to give your comment
Have a great day guys!
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***Disclaimer: If you like my work, visit my personal blog at The Big Fat Reality for more news on technology and more!Last edited by reginald_1986; 04-27-12 at 09:56 AM.
12-27-10 09:04 AMLike 32 - Nice instructions. this fits in nicely with these instructions as well.
You might ask the Mods to move this to the "How-to & FAQ" forum.01-07-11 07:37 AMLike 0 - Nice instructions. this fits in nicely with these instructions as well.
You might ask the Mods to move this to the "How-to & FAQ" forum.
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is it just me? lol
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nice job reginald!01-07-11 07:45 AMLike 0 - pcgizmo#IMCrackBerry Ph.D.I've debated this before, and will say it again, installing via app loader accomplishes the same thing without the exta steps of BBSAK. You don't have to restore your apps or data and you end up in the same place...a clean install of the OS without any leftovers from the previous install.
Browsing to Program Files > Common Files > Research In Motion > AppLoader isn't that difficult. You delete the vendor.xml file and double click on loader.exe.Last edited by pcgizmo; 01-07-11 at 07:53 AM.
dlsparks_9700 and mssca like this.01-07-11 07:50 AMLike 2 - BBSAK is a great app (I use it all the time) and your guide is nice for noobs.
Thanks!Willard814 likes this.01-07-11 10:52 AMLike 1 -
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Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com01-07-11 01:33 PMLike 0 -
- Thank you
Nice instructions. this fits in nicely with these instructions as well.
You might ask the Mods to move this to the "How-to & FAQ" forum.
I've debated this before, and will say it again, installing via app loader accomplishes the same thing without the exta steps of BBSAK. You don't have to restore your apps or data and you end up in the same place...a clean install of the OS without any leftovers from the previous install.
Browsing to Program Files > Common Files > Research In Motion > AppLoader isn't that difficult. You delete the vendor.xml file and double click on loader.exe.
I can't agree more...01-07-11 07:34 PMLike 0 - Hi there. Glad it worked for you
Okay. Give me 5 minute. Will update the link here. Check back after 5 minute.
Edit:
.424 Link: http://forums.crackberry.com/f95/lea...ndings-572633/
Hybrid (two of the best I personally feel). I am using number 1 thought.
1. http://forums.crackberry.com/f224/bd...evices-572688/
2. http://forums.crackberry.com/f224/bt...-424-a-573518/
There you go.Last edited by reginald_1986; 01-08-11 at 11:54 AM.
01-08-11 11:48 AMLike 0 - I've debated this before, and will say it again, installing via app loader accomplishes the same thing without the exta steps of BBSAK. You don't have to restore your apps or data and you end up in the same place...a clean install of the OS without any leftovers from the previous install.
Browsing to Program Files > Common Files > Research In Motion > AppLoader isn't that difficult. You delete the vendor.xml file and double click on loader.exe.
Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com01-09-11 08:22 AMLike 0 -
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- You are welcome. Hope this works out for you in some way!
Posted from my CrackBerry at wapforums.crackberry.com01-21-11 02:32 AMLike 0 - Not to throw water on this fire for BBSAK but some, myself included, have been having issues with post-restore deletion of all apps restored by BBSAK:
http://forums.crackberry.com/f35/bbs...pdates-577685/
I do agree that it's a great tool and good to have in your arsenal of goodies.01-21-11 07:02 AMLike 0 - Not to throw water on this fire for BBSAK but some, myself included, have been having issues with post-restore deletion of all apps restored by BBSAK:
http://forums.crackberry.com/f35/bbs...pdates-577685/
I do agree that it's a great tool and good to have in your arsenal of goodies.
If you choose to restore the cods individually, then they will update with no problem. I also believe the answer in the thread you linked.
I love BBBSAK!Last edited by jaydee5799; 01-21-11 at 08:36 AM.
01-21-11 08:34 AMLike 0 - You are having these problems because you restore all your apps as one file with bbsak. I once restored all in one app and it makes updating and uninstalling a single app impossible. At least that is what I found.
If you choose to restore the cods individually, then they will update with no problem. I also believe the answer in the thread you linked.
I love BBBSAK!01-21-11 08:42 AMLike 0 -
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