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V3 error code on startup - Boot loader - any ideas?

OHs Motorola V3, when switched on comes up with a black screen, white writing saying
"Boot Loader
08.26
SW Version....

Battery OK
OK to program
Connect USB Data Cable....

And I don't know how to get rid of it!!! Be very grateful for any information - even if its bad news!!! Previously been working fine. Not done anything to it to cause this (that I am aware of!!)

Cheers
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Comments

  • gaming_guy
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    the boot loader mode is used to fix software faults afaik

    you havn't pressed *,# and the power button at the same time have you? (that combination will start the boot loader)

    try taking the battery out for about 5mins
  • Wasn't aware that I did that (well OH). Will take battery out and see what happens. Thanks.
    Heard the Shaggy Taxi Wind Up Phone Call?
    Visit my Shaggy videos on Youtube - search for Rhyburgh1 - now over 700,00 views - bring on the million!! Enjoy.
  • The bootloader section of your firmware is kaput. You need to write another bootloader flash to your phone then repair the PDS and then full flash.

    Its a job for a shop, unless you have the correct equipment or the phone is under warranty

    Best Regards
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  • Did have some idea that it was probably not fixable free. Put battery back in and got same message. Oh well probably time for a new phone!! Thanks for everyones advice.
    Heard the Shaggy Taxi Wind Up Phone Call?
    Visit my Shaggy videos on Youtube - search for Rhyburgh1 - now over 700,00 views - bring on the million!! Enjoy.
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