In late 2023 and early 2024, DFT Pro released an update that changed the game for Honor devices, specifically targeting the Qualcomm platform (which the X9a uses). The update promised to support and Network Fix for the device without the need for cumbersome test-point soldering on certain firmware versions.
Turn on the phone and enable (Go to Settings > About Phone > Tap 'Build Number' 7 times). Enter Developer Options and toggle on USB Debugging . Connect the phone to the PC.
Return to the main Settings menu, open , select Developer Options , and toggle on USB Debugging . Step 2: Configure the DFT PRO Tool Desktop Interface Honor X9a Imei Repair Dft Pro Tool
Ensure you have disabled Driver Signature Enforcement in Windows. Re-insert the battery, short the test points precisely, and plug in the cable.
The Snapdragon-based Honor X9a requires specific connection states to write security data to the EFS (Encrypting File System) partition where the IMEI resides. In late 2023 and early 2024, DFT Pro
Select "Huawei and Honor Devices | e-Token Authentication". Xboot: Select the " " model. Type: Choose "Encrypted".
An active license and the latest software version installed. Enter Developer Options and toggle on USB Debugging
Click to confirm the tool communicates cleanly with the phone in EDL mode.
Depending on the current state of your phone and the version of DFT Pro Tool you are running, you will need to utilize one of two modes: Method A: Diagnostic Mode (For working/booted devices)