Hi All,
I would like to clear some questions regarding rooting of xperia mini.
1) when rooted is it possible to install original fw back via se update?
2) if yes after reinstall of fw to original one by se update will be phone again unrooted?
3) or is there some way how to restore phone to the state before root?
Thank you,
David
1) yes
2) yes
3) pc companion or flash tool if you have original FW.
I have my phone rooted but if I will do software update(available in settings) then my phone will be unrooted?and what kind of software update it provides?
Sent from my E10i using XDA App
rikirix said:
1) yes
2) yes
3) pc companion or flash tool if you have original FW.
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do u know where to get FW and flash tool?
sorry if this isn't the right place to ask something like this...
i want to replace my stock firmware and change it to nordic (for earlier updates), but i want to know
if it is possible to backup my current firmware that came with phone, so that i can put it again in my phone if i ever wanted?
thanks, and sorry for bad english..
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I am having a CyanogenMod ROM installed on my Xperia X10. How can I uninstall xRecovery, unroot my X10 and get the original firmware from Sony?
rjoshicool said:
I am having a CyanogenMod ROM installed on my Xperia X10. How can I uninstall xRecovery, unroot my X10 and get the original firmware from Sony?
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run SEUS???
Flash the Stock Rom with Flash tool .2.8
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Will running SEUS do it all?
From where can I get the stock ROM? I am from India and need to Flash the original Indian stock ROM
Use X10i Generic
Generic version 2.1update1 build 2.1.A.0.435 !
I dont think there's any special difference ?
Thanks! Also I checked on a thread here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=975692 In the first reply, it is mentioned that a repair from SEUS will do the trick. Can this be done?
yes, it can do the trick too
hi everyone!
I've got a problem with my phone, becouse it stocks at SE screen and restarts!
I now how to reflash using update service but its not working it says NO Update Fund and its closing please help
If SEUS can't help you should use PC Companion. I know this program isn't very good but i had simular problem and when SEUS couldn't help me I use PC Companion. You must download the newest version or upgrade old version to new. You're from poland so i write some words in PC Companion in polish.
First click "Sekcja Support Zone" and it should start download files (1 mb i think). Next click "Rozpocznij" under "Aktualizacja oprogramowania telefonu" then click "napraw" and follow the instruction.
Good Luck
but pc companion says me the same
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my eanglish is bad
allen400 said:
hi everyone!
I've got a problem with my phone, becouse it stocks at SE screen and restarts!
I now how to reflash using update service but its not working it says NO Update Fund and its closing please help
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use flash tool
download it from
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10738287&postcount=1
then download Firmwares FTF formate
i downloaded from XDA forum but forget which thread if you cant find pm me
its easy to flash this will work for sure
download firmware and how to flash here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=10879507&postcount=1
Help with flash
I am new to this and i need some help. I want to install app2sd and multitouch to my xperia pro, but I saw I need the latest firmware before i can do this. (I am on 2.0.A.0.504 2.6.29). My question is where can i find details on whow to flash the latest firmware and what happens with all my programs and data on the phone when i flash it?
duleks said:
I am new to this and i need some help. I want to install app2sd and multitouch to my xperia pro, but I saw I need the latest firmware before i can do this. (I am on 2.0.A.0.504 2.6.29). My question is where can i find details on whow to flash the latest firmware and what happens with all my programs and data on the phone when i flash it?
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Goto sony ericssons support site!
Hi,
I'd like to experiment with kamarush's roms for the mini pro. They seem fast and stable, and better than the official ics update for now.
However,
I always need to go through wotanserver to be able to downgrade, as I have a Belgian Azerty version, and I can't find the correct firmware online.
So... How can I back up the full firmware that is now on my device?
(Stock Mini Pro, 2.3.4 build 62, not rooted)
You can't create a .ftf file from your phone (only through Sony Update Service and MAYBE through PC Companion, wait for someone to confirm this). So I think you could:
a) Try a Software Repair through PC Companion (if someone confirms it), that will download your original firmware. Then check the forum for a tutorial about how to create .ftf files.
b) Root, install CWM Recovery and create a full backup. If you want to come back to stock ROM, just flash whichever .ftf file, root, install CWM and restore your backup. That should do it.
Feanor88 said:
You can't create a .ftf file from your phone (only through Sony Update Service and MAYBE through PC Companion, wait for someone to confirm this).
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I am looking for this kind of confirmation. Is it possible to create a .ftf file using PC companion?
Night on the web said:
I am looking for this kind of confirmation. Is it possible to create a .ftf file using PC companion?
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Probably...But you will need a COMPLETE update not a minor update ...As in .431 to .587 is a minor update but .62 to .587 is a major update and you might be able to get the binary blobs to make FTF ...Best way is using SEUS however ...You can't go wrong with it ...
Also probably you are better off creating new thread rather than bumping 1 and a half year threads ...
karandpr said:
Probably...But you will need a COMPLETE update not a minor update ...As in .431 to .587 is a minor update but .62 to .587 is a major update and you might be able to get the binary blobs to make FTF ...Best way is using SEUS however ...You can't go wrong with it ...
Also probably you are better off creating new thread rather than bumping 1 and a half year threads ...
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jvdv360 said:
Hi,
I'd like to experiment with kamarush's roms for the mini pro. They seem fast and stable, and better than the official ics update for now.
However,
I always need to go through wotanserver to be able to downgrade, as I have a Belgian Azerty version, and I can't find the correct firmware online.
So... How can I back up the full firmware that is now on my device?
(Stock Mini Pro, 2.3.4 build 62, not rooted)
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their is no need to back up tft file since stock files are availabl to download AND flash ( require which version your phone having CHECK YOUR PHONE SETTING)
as well their is sony update service to repair and update your phone.
by the way you can do one thing if you really wanna back up just root your phone install CWM And do nandroid recovery (back up)
for further help look into my Sony live with walkman post (kinda boring) but it will help you in future.
Hello
Pls clear my doubts before flashing this ROM i.e. ThGo2_v17.0c.zip
1. Do I need to change my base band to .71
2. Do i need to flash the original firmware before flashing above firmware to get full feature.
3. Is both the Camera's working ?
4. Will the WIFI also work smoothly?
If possible pls mention the steps so that i dont brink my phone.
Thx in advance.
rk_1000 said:
Hello
Pls clear my doubts before flashing this ROM i.e. ThGo2_v17.0c.zip
1. Do I need to change my base band to .71
2. Do i need to flash the original firmware before flashing above firmware to get full feature.
3. Is both the Camera's working ?
4. Will the WIFI also work smoothly?
If possible pls mention the steps so that i dont brink my phone.
Thx in advance.
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1) If you are already on 2.3.3(GB-GingerBread) then there is no need to flash .71 basenand as you are already on it.
2) if you want to reduce steps just upgrade to 2.3.3 official via SEUS or PCC
3) what do you mean both camera? we only have one back camera which will work perfectly
4) wifi will also be perfect
THeLogiC said:
1) If you are already on 2.3.3(GB-GingerBread) then there is no need to flash .71 basenand as you are already on it.
2) if you want to reduce steps just upgrade to 2.3.3 official via SEUS or PCC
3) what do you mean both camera? we only have one back camera which will work perfectly
4) wifi will also be perfect
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Thx for you reply
Do you suggest for going for official firmware or the ROM
if i m on 2.1 then i need to directly flash the custom firmware or install the original firmware ?
rk_1000 said:
Thx for you reply
Do you suggest for going for official firmware or the ROM
if i m on 2.1 then i need to directly flash the custom firmware or install the original firmware ?
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ofcourse the rom is better.
root it using flashtool
install xrecovery
install the rom via xrecovery
remove battery and flash .71 baseband via flashtool
get the latest flashtool here: www.androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
and best guide for using flashtool:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928343
There is a bigger problem on my hands.. My USB port isnt working and currently i m on 2.1 and need to upgrade ...so guide me how to go about this
rk_1000 said:
There is a bigger problem on my hands.. My USB port isnt working and currently i m on 2.1 and need to upgrade ...so guide me how to go about this
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if your baseband is .71 then and then only you can upgrade to 2.3.3 because .71 can only be flashed via flashtool using usb.
hey
u r gonna b sorry flashing thgo v17c..... it d most laggy one you can serch it....
better yet download the v17b it is more fast and stable according to me....
one more thing.... you phone wont be any longer recognized by seus as it changes the model no of ur phone from x10i to s0-01c i guess which fcuks up the pc comapnion and to flash any other rom you wud need some help.....
so do pm me.... if you r not satisfied with it.... i would gladly help
Thx guys.. well with no other option to upgrade form 2.1 to any of the versoin without falshing baseband I will have to bear with this one i guess
rk_1000 said:
Thx guys.. well with no other option to upgrade form 2.1 to any of the versoin without falshing baseband I will have to bear with this one i guess
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You can search for lot of custom roms of 2.1
There were some amazing roms back then
Sent from my X10i
Hello,
I updated my Xperia Mini Pro to ICS 4.0.4 last week. But there are lot of problems here. Also buggy and laggy.
So, how can I downgrade my mobile to original stock rom? without loosing the warranty. Because I bought this last month and I don't want it to lose warranty.
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Hello,
I updated my Xperia Mini Pro to ICS 4.0.4 last week. But there are lot of problems here. Also buggy and laggy.
So, how can I downgrade my mobile to original stock rom? without loosing the warranty. Because I bought this last month and I don't want it to lose warranty.
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Just visit a Sony service centre... Itseems they downgrade the Rom to gb if u want.
Or you can flash ftf firmware file using flashtool. I don't think that voids warranty:good:
Sudanminipro said:
Just visit a Sony service centre... Itseems they downgrade the Rom to gb if u want.
Or you can flash ftf firmware file using flashtool. I don't think that voids warranty:good:
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Correct they wont know the difference between flashtool downgrade and normal gb from before. So for warranty you will fine.
use flash tool .. it wont void warrent , because you will flash OFFICAL ROM .. so wont void warrenty
But im a newbie. How to use flash tool? my phone is not x10 mini pro. It's SK17i Mini pro.
use this rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1818357
check this forum, everything you must know
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792
saeed-constantine said:
use this rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1818357
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But the rom is modified. Isn't it? I need the original 2.3.4 build 4.0.2.A.0.58 rom... Please can u find me a link?
If you do want to keep your warranty, you need to go to a service center. If not it's more than easy on Android.
saeed-constantine said:
use this rom
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1818357
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thanks man
pramodblog said:
Hello,
I updated my Xperia Mini Pro to ICS 4.0.4 last week. But there are lot of problems here. Also buggy and laggy.
So, how can I downgrade my mobile to original stock rom? without loosing the warranty. Because I bought this last month and I don't want it to lose warranty.
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you can search for official rom for GB at the development area
be sure you install flash tool too
it wont loose your warranty
If I were you I would look here and go to XX.Downloads. At Number 2 there is xperia mini pro.
Download the 4.0.2.A.0.42 rom (for SK17i) and install flashtool, then click on the flash ,select flashmode and select the ftf from 4.0.2.A.0.42.
But install the drivers from the drivers folder of flashtool before.
Then click flash and power off your phone. Press and hold volume down and put usb cable in and connect to pc. The green light will shine.
Then flashtool will do everything automaticly and will flash the rom. (Btw all your data will be wiped!)
If you are on .42 then you can root with flashtool (just enable debugging and unknown sources on phone) and click the open padlock to root. Then connect to your wlan and search for updates on phone. Then update via ota to .62 firmware!
Thats the best way and it's the official firmware and it's like you never have been on ics before!
Michi_optimus_me said:
If I were you I would look here and go to XX.Downloads. At Number 2 there is xperia mini pro.
Download the 4.0.2.A.0.42 rom (for SK17i) and install flashtool, then click on the flash ,select flashmode and select the ftf from 4.0.2.A.0.42.
But install the drivers from the drivers folder of flashtool before.
Then click flash and power off your phone. Press and hold volume down and put usb cable in and connect to pc. The green light will shine.
Then flashtool will do everything automaticly and will flash the rom. (Btw all your data will be wiped!)
If you are on .42 then you can root with flashtool (just enable debugging and unknown sources on phone) and click the open padlock to root. Then connect to your wlan and search for updates on phone. Then update via ota to .62 firmware!
Thats the best way and it's the official firmware and it's like you never have been on ics before!
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Thank you so much dude! I will do that. But i need to know that firmware is "world" one or is that a firmware made for a mobile company like AT&t or something else? Because I don't need to see a company logo when my phone is starting.
Also if I do this, am I able to update my OS to newer firmwares if SONY release it? Like ICS or JB?
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Thank you so much dude! I will do that. But i need to know that firmware is "world" one or is that a firmware made for a mobile company like AT&t or something else? Because I don't need to see a company logo when my phone is starting.
Also if I do this, am I able to update my OS to newer firmwares if SONY release it? Like ICS or JB?
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No they are GENERIC firmware so its all SONY made.
You can update your phone still:good:
pramodblog said:
Thank you so much dude! I will do that. But i need to know that firmware is "world" one or is that a firmware made for a mobile company like AT&t or something else? Because I don't need to see a company logo when my phone is starting.
Also if I do this, am I able to update my OS to newer firmwares if SONY release it? Like ICS or JB?
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Yes, you can download from here and if your bootloader is locked you can still upgrade over the air (wlan) to newer versions of your os!
Yes you can install upgrades from sony, to ics or jb (if it's out).
I think it's polish rom or something like this, but you can choose your language and it's like the generic world, only the crap by sony (like things that are preinstalled, like mcaffee or whatsapp, playstore now, etc ) is different (whatsapp is on some sony roms preinstalled, but you can also download in playstore, it was just an example!!)
So just flash it like I told you and then you are on stock sony rom, you can root it (cause .42 you can root easily: just enable usb-debugging and unknown sources on your phone with 4.0.2.A.0.42 and click the open padlock next to the flash). Then you can update (if your bootloader is locked, otherwise your phone will brick) to .62 firmware, the latest gingerbread firmware by sony. ( I don't know excatly in which countries, but in Germany there is a .69 firmware, with no changes on the software, I think, compared to .62)
Greets!
Michael
Hi folks! Does anyone still have available a Gingerbread 2.3.4 stock-rom for the mini pro (sk17i)? I can't find any of them that i have backed up somewhere on my hdd
hertell said:
Hi folks! Does anyone still have available a Gingerbread 2.3.4 stock-rom for the mini pro (sk17i)? I can't find any of them that i have backed up somewhere on my hdd
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Here. This the .62 global version.
http://www.mediafire.com/file/3gcfdlhivbbdcqa/SK17I_4.0.2.A.0.62_generic-ID.ftf/file
karandpr said:
Here. This the .62 global version.
http://www.mediafire.com/file/3gcfdlhivbbdcqa/SK17I_4.0.2.A.0.62_generic-ID.ftf/file
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Thanks!! This saved my day