: Most MTS/Alcatel devices from this era use the SP Flash Tool or the Alcatel Mobile Upgrade tool.
Because this device is quite old, many official links are broken. You can generally find active download mirrors on these enthusiast platforms:
: This is the most comprehensive Russian-language resource for this specific model. You can find specialized threads for the MTS 960/965 series
: Load the scatter.txt file (for MTK-based devices) or the specific image file into the flashing tool and follow the on-screen prompts. CWM Custom Builds download | SourceForge.net
: Unofficial software (like ports of higher Android versions) that often requires a custom recovery like ClockworkMod (CWM) . Recommended Download Sources
: Install the Alcatel/MTS USB drivers on your PC so the computer recognizes the phone in download mode.
: If the phone still turns on, back up all data, as flashing will erase everything.