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Easy-Firmware Add-on
All you need to know about our special service.
MTK Dimensity CPU Summer Update – Supported Models
Chimera is the first in the World to support the following CPUs (even with SLA and DAA* authentication)
Mega MTK Update, List of Supported Models
Chimera added support for over 300 models with various MTK chipsets
How many computers can be used on your License?
Hereby we are introducing you our new computer usage system.
Max supported modem BIT Versions for READ CODES / READ CERT methods
Max supported modem BIT Versions for READ CODES / READ CERT methods
Request your phone
In this help we are going to show you how to send a request to our developers about new models which are not yet supported. If you are willing to send this request our team will know which models and functions are desired by you.
Easy-Firmware account integration
To successfully perform several service methods, often you will need a firmware file. The obtaining of these files are very much time-consuming and unpleasant. However now we are able to provide a solution, together with the team of Easy-Firmware.
Two factor authentication
With two factor authentication you can protect your account from strangers. After enabling the two factor authentication, you have to verify yourself every time you log-in. Your account will be protected by this function and password as well.
Rooting with EFTSU
Recently we faced many request to create a little guide for Rooting. In the following Help, we will explain how to do it with EFTSU.
Rooting with Magisk Manager
In the following article, we will describe (step- by step), how the rooting can be done with MAGISK MANAGER.
Chimera procedure costs, prices
Procedure costs, prices
How to enter USB Update Mode in Huawei Phones
A quick guide how to enter the USB Update Mode
Huawei Demo Remove
If you want to remove the demo mode from the device, please check our guide for it.
Huawei Model and Vendor/Country Change
How to change model and vendor/country values
How to enter Recovery Mode in Huawei phones
A quick guide how to enter Recovery Mode
How to enter Fastboot Mode in Huawei phones
A quick guide how to enter Fastboot Mode
Huawei Factory Mode
What is Huawei Factory Mode (HUAWEI USB COM 1.0) and how to put the phone into it
Servicing Huawei Phones (Fastboot method)
A detailed overview and how-to about Chimera's Huawei functions and procedures with Fastboot method
Chimera Official Telegram Channel
Join our Telegram channel and we will keep you up to date
Huawei Repair Recovery
An overview of Chimera's Huawei Repair Recovery procedure
Huawei Load Factory Fastboot
An overview of the Huawei Load Factory Fastboot procedure
Carrier Relock F.A.Q.
What is carrier relock and how does it work, specifically?
Huawei USB Firmware Update
A quick overview of Chimera's Huawei USB Firmware Update function
What are Function Packages?
This description serves to inform you on Function Packages and the practical use of the credits found in them.
Making a Payment via Credit Card with Paddle
How to use the Paddle system for bank card payments
How can you reach us?
Should you have any questions, do not hesitate to contact us at our contact details.
UART cable usage
How and when to work with the Chimera UART cable.
Firmware download
Chimera Tool is capable of providing hundreds of firmware files to its users. In the following steps, we are going to show you how you can easily access these files.
What is the use of the MediaTek (MTK) module?
As an introduction, let me give you some thoughts on what the MTK Processor is, why it appears as a separate module in the application, and why we need to know about it at all.
Operation of Patch Cert and possible workaround if not successful
Operation of Patch Cert, and a possible workaround if not successful:
Factory Reset Protection (FRP) reset
What you need to know about Factory Reset Protection, how to remove
Samsung Carrier Relock
Use our “Carrier Relock” procedure to unlock devices by relocking them to any (max) 64 selected carriers.
Galaxy S9 (SM-G960F) & A7 (SM-A750F) Root
Manual Root methode for Galaxy S9 (SM-G960F) & Galaxy A7 2018 (SM-A750F)
Samsung Knox Guard (KG) & Remote Monitoring and Management (RMM) unlock functions
After installing new, factory firmware, the users have met the situation that no individual firmware or individual root solution could be installed on the devices because the OEM Unlock option is unavailable.To solve this issue, we have new procedures.
Xiaomi features, functions
What kind of Xiaomi functions do we (ChimeraTool) have and what are they used for?
Samsung Flash failed
How can you fix "Firmware flash failed." on Samsung phone while any procedure?
Samsung IMEI repair, Patch Cert
Are you looking for solution to repair IMEI number on new Samsung phones or just want restore a backup/purchased cert file?
Check this tutorial to get your questions answered.
Resellers Sales System
In the following, you can read about how and where you can make a purchase, how you can join our reseller network, and all the important information you need to know to be clear on what factors can contribute to exclusion from the network.
LG Imei repair instructions
Instructions and information about the LG Imei repair function
LG G4 (LG-H811) root guide
How to root your LG G4 H811 device
Chimera Tool software policy on shared use and resale
ChimeraTool is a software, the use of which is regulated by a license available for sale at any given time. The software may only be used with a valid license, on the designated computer the license is associated with.
What is the difference between the ChimeraTool PRO and ChimeraTool PREMIUM licences?
How do the ChimeraTool PRO and the ChimeraTool PREMIUM licences compare?
Why is it worth getting the ChimeraTool Authenticator?
In this document, we are going to explain the advantages of the Authenticator.
IMEI Repair
Information about the IMEI repair function
Supported models list for 3rd party sites
You can find links, where you can keep your website up-to-date with ChimeraTool supported models
Automatic Huawei detection
This help section gives you information about automatic Huawei detection in ChimeraTool, potential issues and how to easily solve them.
Dashboard
information about some sub menu under the DASHBOARD
Resellers menu
Resellers: how to find a reseller near to you?
Drivers
Installing the drivers and why they are needed
Supported Models menu
List of supported models: how to use it
Some important information about the purchase of Chimera Authenticator
Some important information about the purchase of Chimera Authenticator
What is a work id and why is it important
Where can you find the work id?
How to detach a registered PC from your license?
How to switch registered computer
Blackberry Network Factory Reset files
Downloading Blackberry Network Factory Reset files
Samsung FRP lock remove
Information about the different versions of the Samsung FRP lock remove feature.
License activation
Step by step instructions for the license activation.
ChimeraTool UART cable
This is a USB serial converter cable which can replace the box used for many of the Samsung functions.
Samsung features, function
What kind of functions do we have for Samsung phones?
Samsung Reactivation Lock
Everything You Need to Know About Samsung Reactivation Lock
BlackBerry OS 6,7 functions and their descriptions
What kind of BlackBerry OS 6,7 functions do we offer and what are they used for?
LG functions and descriptions
You can read useful information about the LG functions.
How to enter MEP (NCK) code onto BlackBerry phones
Here you can find step by step instructions to enter MEP (NCK) code onto BlackBerry phones
Unable to establish ADB connection, phone offline, etc...
This help section includes the ADB connection issue and it show you how can you easily solve it.
Supported BlackBerry MEP's
Here you can find a list of the supported BlackBerry MEP's.
How to solve the modem problem with the Android Lollipop
As you might know, there is a small problem with the 5.0 Android versions but only with 5.0. With this version there is no possibility to enable the recovery mode, so we must use a small trick. Often there is no communication allowed with the modem.
Samsung firmware naming convention and explanation
You can check whether your device's modem is compatible with this procedure or not. Please make sure to check it as the first step.
What data is needed for having a valid BIS & Internet connection (3G, EDGE)?
Here you can learn about the BIS and what data is needed to have a valid BIS & Internet connection.
Reseller API information
Credit resellers can connect their webshops to chimeratool.com very easily via the Reseller API interface.
About the ChimeraTool software
Here you can find some useful information about the ChimeraTool Software.
HTC functions and descriptions
What kind of HTC functions do we (ChimeraTool) have and what are they used for?
Blackberry Application Error Codes
This help section includes all the Blackberry Device and Application error codes and their meanings.
Did you find a bug and would you like to report it?
Where to report bugs or errors with the software?
LG Diagnostic Serial port
You can learn here how to enable the LG Diagnostic Serial Port.
What is the BlackBerry PIN?
Here you can learn more about the BlackBerry PIN. This is an eight character hexadecimal identification number assigned to each BlackBerry device.
What is the BlackBerry Internet Service?
You can learn about the BlackBerry Internet Service here. This is an email and synchronization service.
RIM's Push technology
Her you can learn more about RIM's Push technology
How to remove the Blackberry IT policy and set your device to default
Would you like to remove all your personal data along with the IT policy from your Blackberry smartphone and reset it to factory defaults?
Please check the guideline about these two possibilities.
Synchronizing your BlackBerry contacts with Google Sync
Having your contacts with you at all times is important. Here you can learn to synchronize your BlackBerry OTA (over the air), so any changes you make when you're on the go will automatically appear in your contact management application.
BlackBerry OS10 functions and descriptions
Here you can read some useful information about the BlackBerry OS10 functions.
Blackberry bootrom error blink codes
If you have some problems with your Blackberry and you see that the phone's led is blinking red, then you may find the answer to your specific problem in the following section.
Remove BlackBerry Protect
The BlackBerry Protect includes features to help you find your BlackBerry device and help protect your device's data if your device is ever lost or stolen. In this section we will tell you how you can remove the ID using the Chimera Tool software.
About us / ChimeraTool / ChimeraTeam
We are the Chimera Team and we’re here to introduce our unique product, Chimera Tool.
How to use the ChimeraTool Authenticator?
The Chimera authenticator is a security smart card and a smart card reader which allows our software to authenticate the user directly to the server without needing of a password.
How to enable USB debugging mode on Android?
The ways to enable USB Debugging mode, which is accounted for the key step in Android rooting process, vary from one Android version to another.
Public Beta status
In ChimeraTool, there is a new status under a few models that is called "Beta". Get to know the Beta status better by reading the following article.
Rooting software
At times there are new or unsupported Android OS versions in which we are not able to unlock your phone with using our personal resources. In these cases you simply need use an external rooting software.