Huawei e586 already unlocked? Or not?

[Tony Jones]

When DC unlocker-client detects my e586, it shows in the spec panel as "unlocked."

However, when I went to the Vodafone shop to try it with one of their data SIMs, the 586 gave an "Invalid SIM" message.

(Background note: I've NOT taken any action to get it unlocked myself. I had earlier begun the tortuous process of paying "3" for the official unlock code, but aborted that and accepted a refund when it became clear they were dragging their feet.)

Either the device is unlocked, or it isn't. Is the "unlocked" status in the DC panel not always accurate, or were Vodafone using a faulty SIM?

[Tony Jones]

After posting this, I spotted the "live chat" option. Just had a helpful reply form Valdemaras, pointing out I need to put the "invalid" SIM in the unit before my computer tries to detect it. So it's off to the shops for the SIM I need!

[Vincentas]

Yes, you are right. Only when not original sim inserted at detect time (sim from other provider than modem) you will see real lock status.