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Hi, I recently bought an unlocked cell phone from a seller on EBAY.  When I received the phone the MSN number on the phone and the MSN number on the box were different.  the IMEI number were the same.  When I contacted the seller they said that it was no big deal.  When I contacted the manufacturer they said they should be the same.  Who is right?  What is the importance of the MSN number on a Motorola cell phone?  Am I getting scammed?  Thanks!

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Brooke, if the seller didn't say the phone was brand new, you may not be able to do much.  MSN is the (Mobile Serial Number), the IMEI is the (International Mobile Equipment Identifier). Depending on what network you want to use it on will depend on which number the carrier needs.  If the phone is working fine, you should have no problem. Hope this helps.

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I can answer questions regarding the actual phones, contracts, what to look for when purchasing a wireless phone, and the ins and outs of all the carriers. I can easily answer basic questions as well as in depth questions. I can also direct you to the carrier that best suits your needs not theirs. I currently work in management for one of the major carriers. I want to try and bridge the gap between carriers and customers in regards to the lack of customer service that seems to be dragging the industry down.

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