Without the HWK dongle, the software typically operates in a limited demo mode or fails to connect to the device.
Limited support for first-generation Galaxy devices. samsung tools v2.2.0.3 hwk by sarassoft
The software cannot function as a standalone application; it requires a physical UFS box and an authenticated HWK dongle . Without the HWK dongle, the software typically operates
: Removing network locks (SIM locks) and user security codes. EEPROM Operations Without the HWK dongle