You must match the autoloader exactly to your Z10 hardware variant. Installing the wrong version will fail or brick your phone. Model Variant Network Type Processor Type TI OMAP 4470 STL100-2 4G LTE (Global) Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus STL100-3 4G LTE (North America) Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus STL100-4 4G LTE (Verizon) Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Plus How to Check Your Model Go to Settings on your Z10. Tap About . Look at the Model Number field.

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An autoloader is an automated programming tool for Windows that includes the OS, radio firmware, and the loading application in a single .exe file. For the Z10, it is used for:

Several community sources still host autoloaders for the Z10:

Your options are:

Because BlackBerry no longer hosts official download repositories, files must be sourced from trusted community archives:

Note: Autoloaders designed for the models are often bundled together as a single compatible package, while the STL100-1 requires its own dedicated standalone software package. Step 2: Where to Securely Download the Files