[{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BlogPosting","@id":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/my-fone-died-after-iinet-switched-off-3g-network-how-i-fixed-it\/#BlogPosting","mainEntityOfPage":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/my-fone-died-after-iinet-switched-off-3g-network-how-i-fixed-it\/","headline":"My fone died after IInet switched off 3G Network & how I fixed it.","name":"My fone died after IInet switched off 3G Network & how I fixed it.","description":"[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]So I received a text message from IInet saying that they were switching off their 3G network on\u00a0 15\/12\/2023 and that I needed to activate VOLTE\u00a0 in my SAMSUNG GALAXY A5 connection settings. I ignored this message when I received it […]","datePublished":"2023-12-21","dateModified":"2024-03-16","author":{"@type":"Person","@id":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/author\/admin\/#Person","name":"Digby Saunders","url":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/author\/admin\/","identifier":1,"image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/07f69ae4be0ac9161acc3896df4c60993f6699394abd5e7edc36c3605e1bbbed?s=96&d=mm&r=g","url":"https:\/\/secure.gravatar.com\/avatar\/07f69ae4be0ac9161acc3896df4c60993f6699394abd5e7edc36c3605e1bbbed?s=96&d=mm&r=g","height":96,"width":96}},"publisher":{"@type":"Person","name":"Digby Saunders","image":{"@type":"ImageObject","@id":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/face.jpg","url":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/face.jpg","width":600,"height":60}},"url":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/my-fone-died-after-iinet-switched-off-3g-network-how-i-fixed-it\/","about":["Computer Repairs","Mobile Computing","WIFI networking"],"wordCount":1722,"articleBody":"\t\t\t\t\t[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]So I received a text message from IInet saying that they were switching off their 3G network on\u00a0 15\/12\/2023 and that I needed to activate VOLTE\u00a0 in my SAMSUNG GALAXY A5 connection settings. I ignored this message when I received it but it became painfully obvious I should have payed more attention when I\u00a0 could NOT send or receive calls on that day.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]So I looked up IInet’s website for more info , see below\u00a0 and discovered I need to enable VOLTE ( Voice Over LTE , aka 4G) however this setting was nowhere to be found.What is VoLTE and how do I switch it on?Voice over LTE (VoLTE) is a feature that allows you to make voice calls using our 4G network. You might need to turn the VoLTE setting ON. Please check your device manufacturer\u2019s support website if you are unsure of your device\u2019s specific capabilities. Android devices If you have a Samsung device, Voice over LTE should automatically be enabled. If you\u2019ve previously disabled VoLTE and want to re-enable it, or would like to check if it\u2019s enabled on your Android device, please go to your Settings > Mobile Networks.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”14px” global_colors_info=”{}”]So was my Galaxy A5 compatible\u00a0 with VOLTE and the answer is yes,List of Samsung Phones that are VOLTE compatible[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Galaxy J2 Pro 4GGalaxy A05s 4GGalaxy A5 2017 4GGalaxy A8 4GGalaxy A11 4GGalaxy A12 4GGalaxy A13 4GGalaxy A13 5GGalaxy A14 4GGalaxy A14 5GGalaxy A20 4GGalaxy A22 5GGalaxy A30 4GGalaxy A32 5GGalaxy A33 5GGalaxy A34 5GGalaxy A51 4GGalaxy A52 5GGalaxy A52s 5GGalaxy A53 5GGalaxy A70 4GGalaxy A71 5GGalaxy A73 5GGalaxy S8 4GGalaxy S8+ 4GGalaxy S9 4GGalaxy S9+ 4GGalaxy S10e 4GGalaxy S10 4GGalaxy S10+ 4GGalaxy S20 FE 4GGalaxy S20 FE 5GGalaxy S20 4GGalaxy S20 5GGalaxy S20+ 4GGalaxy S20+ 5GGalaxy S20 Ultra 5GGalaxy S21 FE 5GGalaxy S21 5GGalaxy S21+ 5GGalaxy S21 Ultra 5GGalaxy S22 5GGalaxy S22+ 5GGalaxy S22 Ultra 5GGalaxy S23 FE 5GGalaxy S23 5GGalaxy S23+ 5GGalaxy S23 Ultra 5GGalaxy Note Edge 4GGalaxy Note8 4GGalaxy Note9 4GGalaxy Note10 4GGalaxy Note10+ 4GGalaxy Note20 4GGalaxy Note20 5GGalaxy Note20 Ultra 5GGalaxy Z Flip 4GGalaxy Z Flip3 5GGalaxy Z Flip4 5GGalaxy Z Flip5 5GGalaxy Fold 4GGalaxy Z Fold2 5GGalaxy Z Fold3 5GGalaxy Z Fold4 5GGalaxy Z Fold5 5GGalaxy Tab A 8.0 2017 4GGalaxy Tab A 10.1 4GGalaxy Tab A 10.5 4GGalaxy Tab A7 (2020) 10.4 4GGalaxy Tab A8 10.5 4GGalaxy Tab A9+ 5GGalaxy Tab S4 4GGalaxy Tab S5e 10.5 4GGalaxy Tab S6 10.5 4GGalaxy Tab S7 11.0 4GGalaxy Tab S7+ 12.4 5GGalaxy Tab S8 11.0 5GGalaxy Tab S8+ 12.4 5GGalaxy Tab S8 Ultra 14.6 5GGalaxy Tab S9 11.0 5GGalaxy Tab S9+ 12.4 5GGalaxy Tab S9 Ultra 14.6 5GSamsung Galaxy Watch 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch Active2 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch3 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch 4 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch4 Classic 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch5 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch5 Pro 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch6 4GSamsung Galaxy Watch6 Classic 4G[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Flash Custom RomMy next thought was that perhaps I needed to flash a custom ROM to my Samung phone.\u00a0 There are numerous custom ROMs available such as LineageOS , CRdroid however all these custom ROMs have not been able to implement VOLTE.\u00a0 The reason for is \u00a0because Samsung and LG use proprietary IMS implementation (Which is used by VoLTE\/VoWifi\/ViLTE etc). The codes aren\u2019t available in public so developers can\u2019t enable\/port over this function.The only way I could enable VOLTE was to Flash a stock Samsung ROM.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]NEED TO flash stock rom for IINET\u2019s provider VODAFONEBut on checking with a website\u00a0 https:\/\/samfw.com\/\u00a0 \u00a0I had a stock samsung ROM although the carrier was TELSTRA.\u00a0 Originally I bought 2 Samsung Galaxy A5 mobile phones\u00a0 that were unlocked from the Telstra network.\u00a0 So my thinking was this might be the problem and that I needed to flash a stock Samsung ROM for the Vodafone network who are Iinet’s mobile phone network provider. This turned out to be the correct solution although I did not know that at the time.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Install Samsung usb drivers on a Windows computerSo to move forward I needed to backup my important phone data using Smart Switch and to flash a Vodafone Stock ROM onto my phone. To do this we need to install Samsung’s Android USB Driver for Windows v1.7.59 onto a Windows computer. This allows your computer or laptop to communicate with your Samsung phone via your USB charging cable. This is necessary to allow the back of your messages, contacts and pictures.(37.12MB)|Oct 19, 2022[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Backup all data & settings using SMART SWITCH  Connect your phone to your computer using a USB cable, and then tap\u00a0Allow on your phone.The provided charging cable that comes with your Samsung does the trick,Next, navigate to and open Smart Switch on your computer, and then click\u00a0Backup.A list of different data categories (Call and contacts, messages, apps, etc.) you can back up will display.“Select all” is the default option, but you can deselect some items if you’d like. Clicking on a category will allow to select specific items in that category.Select\u00a0Backup\u00a0when you are ready.Your computer will start backing up your phone’s data, which may take several minutes.When it’s done, a screen will appear informing you it’s complete. Select\u00a0OK.[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/unnamed.avif” title_text=”unnamed” align=”right” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/Screenshot_12-1024×395.avif” title_text=”Screenshot_12″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Download stock ROM samfw\u00a0 GO TO THIS WEBSITE https:\/\/samfw.com\/\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 Enter the Model no of your Samsung phone\u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0 \u00a0Choose country Australia and Carrier VAU[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”3_5,2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Enter download mode on phoneWe need to enter a special mode for the Samsung phone called “download mode” see pic right and this allows us to download the new Samsung stock ROM onto your phone. For my phone we need to use a combination of HOME , POWER, VOL UP & VOL DOWN keys. There are a number of different ways download mode can be initiated and all the methods for different Samsung models can be found here      [\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/b670758dcf9329bd6e7dd5cc947964b4136eb17f-175×300.avif” title_text=”b670758dcf9329bd6e7dd5cc947964b4136eb17f” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row column_structure=”2_5,3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”2_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_image src=”https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/wp-content\/uploads\/2023\/12\/samsung-device-added-odin-300×218.avif” title_text=”samsung-device-added-odin” admin_label=”Image” _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_image][\/et_pb_column][et_pb_column type=”3_5″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Flash Rom with OdinWith the rom you downloaded earlier and your phone in download mode and USB cable attached you then need to use the Odin software. Use the following link which explains the flash process and https:\/\/galaxyfirmware.org\/guide\/SM-A520F\/[\/et_pb_text][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.23.1″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”]Finally after the flashing of new ROM has completed and you restart your phone you will find VOLTE is\u00a0 enabled and calls can be made.[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_sidebar _builder_version=”4.23.2″ _module_preset=”default” header_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_text_color=”#FFFFFF” body_font_size=”14px” body_line_height=”1em” background_color=”#0C71C3″ global_colors_info=”{}”][\/et_pb_sidebar][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\t\t\t\t"},{"@context":"https:\/\/schema.org\/","@type":"BreadcrumbList","itemListElement":[{"@type":"ListItem","position":1,"name":"My fone died after IInet switched off 3G Network & how I fixed it.","item":"https:\/\/www.perthcomputer-repairs.com.au\/my-fone-died-after-iinet-switched-off-3g-network-how-i-fixed-it\/#breadcrumbitem"}]}]