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[Solved] Iphone 6 - Activation block (ICLOUD-CLEAN, BLACKLIST- OFF) how to disable ??

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How can I remove the iPhone 6 Activation Lock for free, and what hardware needs to be replaced to bypass it?

You cannot remove iPhone Activation Lock for free with a program; only Apple can remove it, and they require proof of purchase. The lock is not stored locally on the phone, but on Apple’s servers, so if Find My iPhone is ON the device will still be blocked during activation [#17035450] If you want to try a hardware method, the suggested parts to replace are the NAND (U0604), CPU (U0201), Baseband (U_BB_RF), and Baseband EEPROM (U_EEP_RF) [#17035874] Even then, the phone may not start or activate correctly unless the verification chain is preserved, and the work needs proper equipment, precision, and experience [#17043409] Several replies also note that this kind of repair is expensive and risky, so buying a clean, checked board or device is usually the better option [#17038495][#17044976][#17045643]
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  • #1 17035370
    młody641
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    Hello

    I have a problem. I have a motherboard in Iphone 6, which after inserting the SIM card can not be activated. The message "Activation block" (apple ID and password) is displayed. I checked the disc in several sources of information and is not on the list (Blacklist OFF) and has cleared ICLOUD (Icloud-CLEAN). The problem remains only FIND MY IPHONE which is in the ON position. As I no longer have contact with a previous user, I would ask for advice: Is there a FREE way or program to remove the activation block?
    I'm not interested in answers like "brick, paperweight" because I want to fix this problem ;)
    My second question. What should be replaced with HOT AIR for the disc to delete the lock?

    Please help

    Pzodrawiam

    Added after 36 [seconds]:

    I know there are such programs but I can not find a free one
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  • #2 17035450
    marci4
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    Only Apple is able to remove this blockade and to do so you must provide proof of purchase of the phone.

    There are no programs that will do this because the lock is not locally on the device, only the status is saved on Apple servers.

    If you want to 'replace' something with Hot Air, you definitely need to replace the processor, and hence Baseband, and I think there was one more small chip to replace, then I will check which one I will write.

    Generally, this is not a malfunction and there is nothing to repair. Personally, I think that such an operation is unprofitable and it's best if you search for a phone from a legitimate source with no iCloud lock and Find My iPhone off.

    greetings
  • #3 17035466
    młody641
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    Ok. thank you. In any case, please mark this layout.

    greetings
  • #4 17035552
    drechu11
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    you can also buy IP BOX NAVIPLUS pro3000
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  • #5 17035649
    młody641
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    Do I really understand if IP BOX is used to reprogram and record a new system by heart? Is there a GSM service that would do it?
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  • #6 17035874
    marci4
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    You need to replace NAND (U0604), CPU (U0201), Baseband (U_BB_RF) and EEPROM Baseband (U_EEP_RF).
  • #7 17038495
    RafalB

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    młody641 wrote:
    Do I really understand if IP BOX is used to reprogram and record a new system by heart? Is there a GSM service that would do it?


    You misunderstand, the programmer is used to erase the contents of the system (data type sn, mac addresses, version, color etc), mark badlocks, "rebuild" the file structure (partitions) in the layout ... in a simplified way ;) The system itself is saved during playback.

    As the predecessor writes, you will not do anything for free, for a fee it can be successful if there is no LOST status. Hardware methods are possible but it is quite expensive and it is really better to replace the board or the entire device to buy clean / checked.
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  • #8 17042805
    młody641
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    Hello

    Thank you for all the information on Icloud in the iPhone. By the way, I will ask you on the forum. How can I upload to Iphone 6 via IOS 10? (IOS 11 is currently being loaded). I've tried itunes, but loading an older system than 11 ends with error 4013.

    greetings
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  • #9 17043035
    mobista
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    The old version of iOS is no longer signed by Apple - you will not upload iOS 10.
  • #10 17043352
    młody641
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    And one more question: Why do you need to replace everything (like CPU, BASEBAND and NAND) when exchanging parts in the phone? If I left the CPU for what is on the CD, would something happen?

    greetings

    Added after 52 [seconds]:

    Where else can you buy a new IP6 processor?
  • #11 17043409
    RafalB

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    młody641 wrote:
    If I left the CPU for what is on the CD, would something happen?


    The phone will not start correctly or will not activate. The verification chain is very extensive by Apple.
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  • #12 17044650
    marci4
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    młody641 wrote:
    Where else can you buy a new IP6 processor?

    Anywhere.
  • #13 17044976
    mobista
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    młody641 wrote:
    And one more question: Why do you need to replace everything (like CPU, BASEBAND and NAND) when exchanging parts in the phone? If I left the CPU for what is on the CD, would something happen?

    greetings
    Added after 52 [seconds]:
    Where else can you buy a new IP6 processor?


    Without the right equipment, skills and experience, you will not do it anyway. The purchase of parts in detail will compensate for the price of the smashed phone on Allegro, so the game is not worth the candle.
  • #14 17045643
    bogdan2491
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    On aliexpress, there are ready-made CPU sets, etc. However, for the exchange you need not only hot-air and desire, only a lot of precision and experience and a little more equipment and so the operation is fraught with the risk of damaging the motherboard. In my opinion, if you want to play it ok, but I would not count on success, and the album is suitable only for testing or utilization.
  • #15 17046728
    młody641
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    And GSM services would undertake this kind of work (I mean to crimp the soldered systems)? How much could it cost?

    Added after 1 [minutes]:

    This is what I'm asking in addition
  • #16 17047224
    RafalB

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    młody641 wrote:
    And GSM services would undertake this kind of work (I mean to crimp the soldered systems)? How much could it cost?


    Find such a service in Poland and let me know:]
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  • #17 17049237
    młody641
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    I will not find and give up. I must think, as it was written, to think clean without blockages ;)

    Anyway, thank you for the advice.

    greetings

    I think about the subject as closed
  • #18 17049281
    młody641
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    I will not find and give up. I must think, as it was written, to think clean without blockages ;)

    Anyway, thank you for the advice.

    greetings

    I think about the subject as closed

    Added after 16 [minutes]:

    I will not find and give up. I must think, as it was written, to think clean without blockages ;)

    Anyway, thank you for the advice.

    greetings

    I think about the subject as closed

Topic summary

✨ The discussion revolves around an iPhone 6 that is experiencing an "Activation block" due to the "Find My iPhone" feature being enabled. The user has confirmed that the device is not on any blacklist and has a clean iCloud status. Responses indicate that only Apple can remove this activation lock, requiring proof of purchase. Hardware solutions involve replacing components such as the NAND, CPU, Baseband, and EEPROM, but these methods are costly and risky. Users suggest that purchasing a new device without locks may be a more viable option. Additionally, the possibility of using tools like IP BOX NAVIPLUS pro3000 for reprogramming is mentioned, but it requires significant expertise and equipment.
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TL;DR: Activation Lock bypass on iPhone 6 typically means replacing 4 chips: "You need to replace NAND, CPU, Baseband, and EEPROM Baseband." This FAQ explains options, limits, and risks for buyers and repairers facing iCloud-locked boards. [Elektroda, marci4, post #17035874]

Why it matters: It helps you avoid dead-end tools, risky board swaps, and wasted money when dealing with iCloud‑locked iPhones.

Quick Facts

Is there any free way to remove Activation Lock on iPhone 6?

No. Activation Lock is enforced on Apple’s servers, not locally. “Only Apple is able to remove this blockade.” Apple requires proof of purchase from the owner. No software or free program can change the server status. [Elektroda, marci4, post #17035450]

What hardware must be replaced to bypass Activation Lock?

Bypass attempts require replacing four chips: NAND (U0604), CPU (U0201), Baseband (U_BB_RF), and Baseband EEPROM (U_EEP_RF). This is advanced board‑level work and not a typical repair. [Elektroda, marci4, post #17035874]

What does an IP BOX NAVIPLUS do? Will it unlock iCloud?

It’s a NAND programmer for maintenance. It can “erase the contents of the system” and “rebuild” the partition structure. It writes back during restore. It does not remove Activation Lock on Apple’s servers. You still need legitimate account removal. [Elektroda, RafalB, post #17038495]

Can I downgrade my iPhone 6 from iOS 11 to iOS 10?

No. Apple no longer signs iOS 10 for iPhone 6. Restores to unsigned versions fail, so iOS 10 cannot be installed now. [Elektroda, mobista, post #17043035]

Why must CPU, baseband, and NAND match? What if I leave the CPU?

They participate in Apple’s verification chain for activation. Leaving the original CPU prevents proper startup or activation. “The verification chain is very extensive by Apple.” Matching data across CPU, NAND, and baseband remains essential. [Elektroda, RafalB, post #17043409]

Where can I buy an iPhone 6 processor or chip set?

Sellers on AliExpress offer ready CPU and related sets. Replacement needs precision tools, experience, and more than hot‑air. The operation risks damaging the motherboard. Treat locked boards as training or parts donors if you proceed. [Elektroda, bogdan2491, post #17045643]

Will a GSM repair service take on this chip‑swap job?

Such services are rare. As one expert said, “Find such a service in Poland and let me know.” Expect limited availability due to risk, effort, and low success potential. [Elektroda, RafalB, post #17047224]

Is this cost‑effective compared to buying another board or phone?

Usually not. Without proper equipment and experience, you won’t complete it successfully. Parts alone can equal a broken donor phone’s price. The effort typically isn’t worth it. [Elektroda, mobista, post #17044976]

Does ‘blacklist OFF’ or ‘iCloud‑CLEAN’ help if Find My iPhone is ON?

No. Activation Lock depends on Find My iPhone status. When it’s ON, activation requires the linked Apple ID and password. Carrier blacklist or “clean” checks don’t bypass that requirement. Remove the device from the account to proceed. [“Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch”]

What if the device shows LOST status?

Paid methods can succeed only if the device does not have LOST status. With LOST set, services refuse or fail. In that situation, replace the board or the entire device instead of pursuing unlocks. [Elektroda, RafalB, post #17038495]

How do I legitimately remove Activation Lock?

Follow these steps:
  1. Ask the previous owner to remove the device from their iCloud account at iCloud.com.
  2. If that’s impossible, contact Apple Support and provide proof of ownership.
  3. After removal, erase the iPhone and set it up again. [“Activation Lock for iPhone, iPad, and iPod touch”]

Can replacing only NAND or only baseband unlock the phone?

No. The hardware bypass requires a matching set of four: CPU, NAND, baseband, and baseband EEPROM. Swapping a single component leaves mismatches that block activation. Replace all four if you attempt a hardware route. [Elektroda, marci4, post #17035874]

Why can’t software on the phone bypass Activation Lock?

Because Activation Lock status resides on Apple servers. The phone checks those servers during activation. Local tools cannot alter that server record. Software on the device cannot change the activation decision. [Elektroda, marci4, post #17035450]

What does restore error 4013 mean, and how do I fix it?

Error 4013 indicates a communication failure during restore. Update Finder/iTunes and your OS. Try a different USB cable and port. Restart the iPhone and computer, then restore again. If it continues, contact Apple Support for hardware diagnostics. [“If you see error 4013 or 4014 when you restore your iOS device”]
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