Quectel strictly advises against unauthorized IMEI modifications to prevent network compatibility issues. To change it officially: Contact Support: Send an email to support@quectel.com.
: If a firmware flash goes wrong and corrupts the NVRAM, the IMEI might show as "000000000000000," preventing the device from registering on a network. Restoring the original IMEI is a common fix. IoT Development quectel change imei
Open QPST Configuration → Add new port (the COM port for Quectel DIAG interface). Restoring the original IMEI is a common fix
Changing an International Mobile Equipment Identity (IMEI) number on a Quectel module is a technical process typically performed for development, testing, or restoration purposes. While the IMEI is a unique 15-digit identifier designed to be permanent, certain scenarios—such as repairing a corrupted NVRAM or testing network behavior in a lab—require modification. Understanding the IMEI While the IMEI is a unique 15-digit identifier