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How to Find Original IMEI on TECNO, INFINIX and ITEL Phones by Serial Number

This guide explains how to find the original IMEI of TECNO, INFINIX and ITEL phones when the current IMEI is missing, changed, bypassed or not reliable. In many cases, the original IMEI can be recovered by scanning the barcode on the motherboard and checking the serial number through a TECNO, INFINIX or ITEL IMEI check service.

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Jun 4, 2026

Why Original IMEI Is Important

For many TECNO, INFINIX and ITEL service procedures, technicians may need the original IMEI of the device. This can be important for MDM removal, Cloud ID related services, warranty checks, device verification and other official or server-based procedures.

Why the Current IMEI May Not Be Reliable

In many markets, a large number of TECNO, INFINIX and ITEL phones may have a current IMEI that does not match the original factory IMEI. Some devices may have been previously serviced, bypassed, modified or repaired. Because of this, checking only the IMEI shown in the phone settings may not always give the correct original device information.

Best Way to Find the Original IMEI

The most reliable method is to find the original serial number from the device motherboard. TECNO, INFINIX and ITEL phones usually have a barcode or printed code on the motherboard. By scanning this barcode, you can get the serial number. After that, the serial number can be checked through a TECNO, INFINIX or ITEL IMEI check service to retrieve the original IMEI.

Step 1 — Power Off the Phone

Before opening the device, power it off completely. Remove the SIM tray and make sure the device is not connected to a charger or computer. This helps avoid damage during disassembly.

Step 2 — Open the Phone Carefully

Disassemble the phone carefully using proper repair tools. This step should be done by a professional technician or repair shop. Avoid damaging the back cover, battery, flex cables, fingerprint cable, display connector or motherboard components.

Step 3 — Find the Motherboard Barcode

After opening the phone, inspect the motherboard. Look for a barcode, QR code or printed serial label on the main board. On many TECNO, INFINIX and ITEL devices, this barcode contains the original serial number or board-related identification data.

Step 4 — Scan the Barcode

Use a barcode scanner, smartphone camera or repair shop scanning tool to scan the barcode on the motherboard. If scanning does not work, take a clear photo and read the printed serial number manually. Make sure the serial number is copied exactly without missing characters.

Step 5 — Check the Serial Number

After getting the serial number, use a TECNO, INFINIX or ITEL IMEI check service by serial number. This service can read the original device information and return the original IMEI connected to that serial number.

Step 6 — Compare the Result

After receiving the original IMEI from the serial number check, compare it with the IMEI currently shown on the device. If the current IMEI is different, then the phone may have been previously modified, bypassed, repaired or reprogrammed.

When This Method Is Useful

This method is useful when the phone settings show an unreliable IMEI, the device has been bypassed before, the IMEI is changed, the box is missing, the back label is damaged, or the technician needs the original factory IMEI for a server-based service.

Important Notes for Technicians

Do not use this information for illegal IMEI changing or identity modification. This guide is only for finding and verifying the original factory IMEI of a device for legitimate repair, checking and service purposes. Always make sure the customer owns the device or has authorization to request service.

Final Answer

To find the original IMEI of a TECNO, INFINIX or ITEL phone, open the device, scan the barcode on the motherboard, get the serial number and check it through a TECNO, INFINIX or ITEL IMEI check service by serial number. This is one of the best ways to recover the original factory IMEI when the current IMEI is not reliable.
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