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this thread is open to help newbies to install the 2.1 custom rom with the simples way..
you also can discuss any problem here..
dont mess the dev thread with a dumb question...
thanks to "Perceval from Hyrule" for the original tutorial..
this is revise version for 2.1
INSTALLATION FOR 2.1 AOSP
Before attempting anything, make sure you have AT LEAST 50% of battery charge. Don't try anything with low battery, you can abort the flashing and brick your device !!!
Please make sure you're also running a 2.1 rom (Generic, nordic, official, custom...)
1st step:
make sure your computer is adb debugging ready..
in case in need for command execution..
- Download Android SDK
You don't need to save the entire archive (but you can), you just need the Tools folder (because it contains ADB, the Android Debug Bridge we need to install files).
2nd step:
- On x10 :
Enable USB debugging (Setting > Applications > Development).
Root your device. easiest way by using z4root.
Download and install Busybox (from Market), make sure it says "Done!".
3rd step:
install xrecovery for recovery menu.
xrecovery a.k.a recovery menu
4th step:
option 1:
Download rom.
2.1 AOSP ROM (make sure 2.1 since this tutorial is for 2.1)
extract the rom (u will get 2 folder + 1 files)
upload the file into your sd card root(sdcard/*.zip)
rename the *.ZIP to Update.ZIP
*the 2 folder contain application which u can install if u like
option 2:
Download rom.
2.1 AOSP ROM (make sure 2.1 since this tutorial is for 2.1)
extract the rom (u will get 2 folder + 1 files)
upload the file into your sd card root(sdcard/*.zip) or in any folder u like
*the 2 folder contain application which u can install if u like
5th step:
boot into recovery menu (by restart and hit few times back button when "SONY ERICSSON" word appear)
backup your original rom(in case u want to restore next time)
hit full wipe
option 1:
hit install update.zip from SD card
option 2:
hit install custom zip
search for the custom zip in folder where u save it
hit the zip file
after reboot, u will get custom rom installed in your X10
good luck ;-)
TIPS
1-u can do like rendeiro2005 said by creating rom folder and put the rom collection in it..
so if u want to change or try other rom just choose zip file from the particular folder...
this require using step from option 2
2-another one, by creating folder which contain backup image..
u can collect your friends backup image and put in one folder..
if u want to try, just restore the particular image file using backup/restore option in recovery menu and choose the backup image file..
collection of custom rom backup file for recovery menu:
2.1 Custom ROM AOSP by jerpelea & zdzihu
2.1 Shipped ROM 002 Full by jerpelea
2.1 Shipped ROM 002 Light 002 by jerpelea
Eternity by SEMPITERNAL
Xten by rabetionline
X10 Eminence by XperiaX10iUser
[2.1 AOSP THEME] X10 AOSP Theme by rmourar
Android 2.1 Gingerbread Style by Thijs96
for testing purpose only (not fully work)
MIUI tehnical preview by jerpelea
Gingerbread 2.3 PREVIEW rom by zdzihu
p/s: anyone who want to contribute their customize custom rom using backup image and list here can either pm me or response in this thread..
for use with recovery menu only..
Hi bro,
Only two calls on your excellent tutorial:
1. No need to put the rom in the root of the sdcard. I, for example, to distinguish the roms, I`ve created a folder "Rom" in the root and put the roms in there.
2. It is not necessary to rename the *. zip file.
When we entered the xRecovery, you can go to "install Custom Zip> zip Choose Custom from sdcard>" Now in my case I a. .. "Roms >........" and I intend to choose
rendeiro2005 said:
Hi bro,
Only two calls on your excellent tutorial:
1. No need to put the rom in the root of the sdcard. I, for example, to distinguish the roms, I`ve created a folder "Rom" in the root and put the roms in there.
2. It is not necessary to rename the *. zip file.
When we entered the xRecovery, you can go to "install Custom Zip> zip Choose Custom from sdcard>" Now in my case I a. .. "Roms >........" and I intend to choose
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thanks for the info..
i forgot we have 2 ways of installing...
reupdate..
fyzm345 said:
thanks for the info..
i forgot we have 2 ways of installing...
reupdate..
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it`s not a different way.
i think that way would be more simple (for me at least) `couse you can have different roms puted on the same directory without, everytime that you want to install one change his name to default.zip
but...great TUT (clap your hands floks)
Since i haved installed the 2.1 AOSP, my recovery were deleted !
So i install the xrecovery.apk but it doesnt work (don't fin the SD Card), so i paste the 3 files with root explorer but nothing to do... the recovery doesn't work at all =(
Bluewall said:
Since i haved installed the 2.1 AOSP, my recovery were deleted !
So i install the xrecovery.apk but it doesnt work (don't fin the SD Card), so i paste the 3 files with root explorer but nothing to do... the recovery doesn't work at all =(
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its work actually...
try repeat the paste 3 file and make sure the file is exist..
also when paste make sure u hit the mount r/w button in root explorer..
It says make sure you are 2.1 but I'm not im 1.5...... basically I'm stock X10..... and i want to flash so does it matter if I'm 2.1 or not. Because it doesn't make since that you say make sure your 2.1 but I'm flashing to get 2.1
Tchem said:
It says make sure you are 2.1 but I'm not im 1.5...... basically I'm stock X10..... and i want to flash so does it matter if I'm 2.1 or not. Because it doesn't make since that you say make sure your 2.1 but I'm flashing to get 2.1
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hah...
get it...
actually, to make the xrecovery works, u need to use 2.1...
u can try this flashing tool and reflash your x10 into version 2.1 1st..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=825201
after flash finish, then u follow the step at this thread...
*credit to Bin4ry for the tool and link...
Ahhhhh so that's what I'm doing wrong. But I'm already rooted so can I flash as you say even after I'm rooted and everything will work smoothly?
Tchem said:
Ahhhhh so that's what I'm doing wrong. But I'm already rooted so can I flash as you say even after I'm rooted and everything will work smoothly?
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yeah...
lets fix it..
u already mess the guide actually...
so let start over again...
make sure u flash ur phone into 2.1...
did u already flash into 2.1??
No I have to wait till my wife gets home she has the phone with her. I'm working out the prelimerarys so when she gets home I can jump right into it.
Tchem said:
No I have to wait till my wife gets home she has the phone with her. I'm working out the prelimerarys so when she gets home I can jump right into it.
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okay...
u need to flash it to 2.1...
after that, u can follow tutorial from this thread...
since my country is almost 2 a.m, i cant help u for this moment..
i will catch up with u tomorrow...
Just wondering
Hey guys
well i was trying to install 2.1 ASOP, but i notice that i cant do it because i have the dual boot to 2.2.1
Do you guys have a solution so i can use all 3?? or should i just reflash my phone to enjoy 2.1 ASOP or should i stay with my dual boot and play with froyo??
Marazao said:
Hey guys
well i was trying to install 2.1 ASOP, but i notice that i cant do it because i have the dual boot to 2.2.1
Do you guys have a solution so i can use all 3?? or should i just reflash my phone to enjoy 2.1 ASOP or should i stay with my dual boot and play with froyo??
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Install all 3?! Yes you can...if you want you can install WM and iOS
Now mre seriously.
If you want to install 2.1 you have to format sdcard to one partition only. 2.1 doesn't work with more than 1.
Then you can flash...follow this guide to do so
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I want to recover my x10!! It stays on boot screen of Eternity build 002!!!!! PC companion dont work. Anyone that help me will have his name in my signature in big!! PLEASE!!!
PlayGunsta said:
I want to recover my x10!! It stays on boot screen of Eternity build 002!!!!! PC companion dont work. Anyone that help me will have his name in my signature in big!! PLEASE!!!
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reinstall trhough SEUS?!
+1
thanks for the easy guide.
is there any way how to upgrade without using usb???
I have everything installed minus custom rom, I'm hesitant because I'm running different firm ware does this matter. I see most custom are .204 and mine is like .506, I'm running a Rogers x10a I do believe. Any suggestions is greatly appreciated.
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Updated guide to fit beta3
Updated first post with step by step for new Beta2 and DualTouch! +Quick howto for advanced users!
Updated second post with step by step for root and xRecovery!
Quick How-To for advanced users going from Beta1/Beta2 to Beta3:
Dont read this if you don´t know what you are doing! Follow the entire guide instead!
Code:
Backup Beta1/Beta2 in xRecovery
Flash FreeX10-beta3.zip
Flash gapps_1901_FreeX10.zip
Boot into Beta3 and wait some time.
Reboot to xRecovery
Go to Advanced Restore in Backup and Restore
Restore only "Data" from Beta1 or Beta2
Wipe Dalvik-Cache and reboot
Done ;)
For DualTouch see bellow!
Here is a complete guide for installation:
If you can´t install Froyo by following this guide you should probably stick to official firmware.
What you need:
Sony Ericsson X10! Not working on: mini, mini pro or x8!!!
Official (or prerooted) firmware version 2.1. Or some custom 2.1+ rom.
Root
xRecovery by zdzihu
Free X10 beta3 by zdzihu
What you do:
1. Make sure you have android 2.1+ on your X10.
2. Root your phone if it´s not rooted! See post 2 for How-To!
3. Install xRecovery if you don´t have it already. See post 2 for How-To
4. Copy following files to the root of your sdcard:
FreeX10-beta3.zip
gapps_1901_FreeX10.zip
5. Reboot your phone and keep pressing the back button till you enter xRecovery.
6. Go to "Backup and restore" and make a backup of your current system.
7. Then select "Install custom zip" and browse for FreeX10-beta3.zip
8. Then again select "Install custom zip" and browse for gapps_1901_FreeX10.zip
9. Reboot your phone and wait for it to get signal after some automatic reboots!
10. If you are updating from Beta1 or Beta2 and want to restore your data then go to "Backup & Restore" in recovery, select "Advanced restore", Select your Beta1 or Beta2 backup and restore "DATA" only!
It´s not recommended to restore data from 2.1!
Enable DualTouch (Optional):
1. Download FlashTool
2. Download X10_1.0_Bin4ry_Dualtouch.ftf
3. Extract FlashTool on your computer
4. Copy X10_1.0_Bin4ry_Dualtouch.ftf into your Flashtool/firmwares folder
5. Turn off your Phone
6. Remove the battery for 5+ seconds
7. Insert battery but do NOT power on your phone
8. Start X10FlashTool.exe
9. Press "Connect", choose X10 and press "Ok"
10. Press and hold your back button on your phone.
11. Connect your phone to your computer (Still holding the back button)
12. Press "Ok" at flashtool prompt and release the back button
13. Press "Flash" in flashtool and select "Dualtouch"
14. Let it flash and your are done
15. Just boot your phone and enjoy DualTouch
How to update to latest hotfix:
If there is a new hotfix released you just have to apply the new hotfix, no need for reinstalling the whole rom.
1. Download latest hotfix
2. Put it in the root of your SDCard
3. Reboot your phone
4. Press back button untill you enter xRecovery
5. Select ""Install custom zip" and browse for the latest hotfix
6. Reboot your phone and you are done!
If you want to change your theme you can try one of this:
GreenGlow by XperiaX10iUser
Gbread by wesvista
GALAXY by EMPREX 2
BuuFm0d by th4r
X FX10 by SEMPITERNAL
FAQ:
Q: Do I have to wipe anything before installation?
A: No! When you install FreeX10 it will wipe your system, data and cache.
Q: Can i install Jit on this rom?
A: Jit is already activated in Froyo!
Q: Can I dualboot this with my official 2.1?
A: No!
Q: Will Flash Player work with this rom?
A: Yes
Q: Does this include the latest baseband or does it use whatever version is on the x10?
A: It uses the version that is on the x10!
Feel free to help me improve this guide, just post here and I will update this post with all good tips!
All credits go to zdzihu and everyone involved.
If you want to buy zdzihu a beer click here
I just write the howto so don´t thank me, it´s not my work!
Thanx to:
zdzihu
jerpelea
Bin4ry
XperiaX10iUser
SEMPITERNAL
wesvista
streamnlnl
How to root step by step:
1. Enable Usb Debugging
Press Menu Button
Settings
Applications (Check "Unknown sources" here)
Development
Tick USB debugging
2. Download rootme.tar.bz2 or SuperOneClickv1.5.5-ShortFuse.zip
3. Connect your phone to your PC
4. Run any of the preferred root files.
5. Reboot your phone and done!
How to install xRecovery step by step:
1. Download xRecovery-0.2-release.apk
2. Copy it to your SDCard and install by using a filebrowser like "Root Explorer" or "ASTRO"
3. Download "BusyBox" by Stephen (Stericson) from market
4. Launch "BusyBox" from your appdrawer and press Install on the bottom of the screen!
5. Launch "xRecovery Installer" from your appdrawer.
6. Press Install "xReccovery"
7. Reboot your phone and done!
I think you should also post the link for sdk. Bcoz, lots of lazy people around here who dont know how to search the net.
shaider_516 said:
I think you should also post the link for sdk. Bcoz, lots of lazy people around here who dont know how to search the net.
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if they`re lazy...to bad
That's a solid enough guide I'd say but sorry just one more thing I can think that might be valid to add if I may;
Before going to say about adb for flashing screen recommend a fresh install first as that is much easier for the user to do if they just done it than read and learn all about adb. Just a thought but good guide, please delete this post if its considered as spam or not relevant.
sent from my x10i 2.2.1
steve.adams.x10 said:
That's a solid enough guide I'd say but sorry just one more thing I can think that might be valid to add if I may;
Before going to say about adb for flashing screen recommend a fresh install first as that is much easier for the user to do if they just done it than read and learn all about adb. Just a thought but good guide, please delete this post if its considered as spam or not relevant.
sent from my x10i 2.2.1
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It´s ok, spam this thread as much as you want, it´s for questions, answers and discussion
I added "run cmd on your computer", you think people will understand?
If they install SDK then they should be able to just type that command in cmd
rodak said:
Q: How do I change the bootanimation?
A: You can´t, will be possible in the final version!
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In fact you can change as follows (at your own risk)
1. Use Root Explorer to delete \system\media\bootanimation.zip (or replace with your own)
2. Copy framework-res.apk from \system\framework to sdcard
3. replace the following image files in framework-res.apk (I use total commander) with the stock image files:
i) android-logo-mask.png & android-logo-shine.png in assets\images folder
ii) default_wallpaper.jpg in res\drawable-hdpi folder
4. Copy framework-res.apk from sdcard back to \system\framework folder
5. reboot
Thanks, will this to my thread.
cobrato said:
In fact you can change as follows (at your own risk)
1. Use Root Explorer to delete \system\media\bootanimation.zip (or replace with your own)
2. Copy framework-res.apk from \system\framework to sdcard
3. replace the following image files in framework-res.apk (I use total commander) with the stock image files:
i) android-logo-mask.png & android-logo-shine.png in assets\images folder
ii) default_wallpaper.jpg in res\drawable-hdpi folder
4. Copy framework-res.apk from sdcard back to \system\framework folder
5. reboot
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Thanks dude, worked a treat with Mr Rusch's X10 Mod Tool and 7zip.
Installed and seems to be working fine aside from the screen flickering which I can't seem to get rid of. The ADB thread has a link for android SDK which seems to be out of date because it no longer links to a download. I can't figure it out otherwise. Anyone wanna help me get rid of the screen flickering?
Reinstall the zip via xRecovery, jusy as you did the first time you installed FreeX10.
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The guys/girls running super bit of software.
Could someone tell me if the alarm clock feature ia working correctly and stable as I would end up unemployed with out a reliable alarm clock
Thanks
Kieron
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kieronw3 said:
The guys/girls running super bit of software.
Could someone tell me if the alarm clock feature ia working correctly and stable as I would end up unemployed with out a reliable alarm clock
Thanks
Kieron
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Yes the alarm app is working fine without any issue , i have been using since 4 days and if you have any issues with alarm, their are thousands of app available for alarm.
restore of "productive" data from 2.1
rodak
thanks to you for this info, many things became clear after this!
what I woulk like to discuss is to restore data (contacts, sms, apps settings) from previous (2.1) version. may I use titanium backup ? will then all custom data & apps & settings work as in 2.1 ?
rgds
lada
chintan11 said:
Yes the alarm app is working fine without any issue , i have been using since 4 days and if you have any issues with alarm, their are thousands of app available for alarm.
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Thanks for the info will be trying this rom asap
Kieron
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ladaaa said:
rodak
thanks to you for this info, many things became clear after this!
what I woulk like to discuss is to restore data (contacts, sms, apps settings) from previous (2.1) version. may I use titanium backup ? will then all custom data & apps & settings work as in 2.1 ?
rgds
lada
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Yes, you can restore data with titanium, but I recommend a fresh install of all your apps.
The only thing I restored with Titanium was my SMS/MMS.
Contacts and calendar synced with gmail.
The other apps was a fresh install from market.
That way i'm sure no junk from 2.1 will mess up my freshly installed 2.2 rom
But sure you can, if you want, restore most of your apps and data.
Maybe just me that want everything fresh
kieronw3 said:
Thanks for the info will be trying this rom asap
Kieron
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But make sure you disable your SIM PIN code.
If your phone reboots during the night I'm not sure the alarm will work if the phone asks for PIN.
nexile said:
Installed and seems to be working fine aside from the screen flickering which I can't seem to get rid of. The ADB thread has a link for android SDK which seems to be out of date because it no longer links to a download. I can't figure it out otherwise. Anyone wanna help me get rid of the screen flickering?
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You have a link to Android SDK installer in the first post under "What you need:"
Download, install, start cmd, connect your phone and type: adb killall servicemanager
rodak said:
If you want to change your theme you can try one of this:
DarkStyle by XperiaX10iUser
X FX10 by SEMPITERNAL
Gbread by wesvista
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Thanks.
Updated second post with step by step for root and xRecovery!
hm, my app2sd fails every time.
can somebody help me to get it work?
greetz
ok it works now. reinstalled the latest hotfix.
nice work. i love this rom
setaseti said:
hm, my app2sd fails every time.
can somebody help me to get it work?
greetz
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...sorry...
It's my first post and the system tells me to post here!
So i have x10 mini pro update to android 2.1 with SEUS, i rooted with superoneclick, now i want to install Xrecovery...i have the three files:
Xrecovery.tar
chargemon
busybox
I know that i have to copy them to system bin and then reboot, correct?
My questions...
1) I have AndExplorer and I can't change dir attributes..do i need root explorer in order to do this or there's a way also on andExplorer?
2)I have titaniun back up installed and so busybox but it's in the folder \system\xbin not \system\bin, so i have to copy the three files in bin or xbin??
Thanks a lot!!
titanium backup will work. it is xRecovery that will not work with another busybox. check the threads at the x10 mini section. if you can not access xrecovery, try getting the chargemon from the other thread, or if you know how, change event1 to event0 (which i dont know how).
I'm not on a Pro (just a mini) but I have found there are a few Windows apps and scripts to simply install busybox, root, Jit, Xrecovery etc on the mini and pro (single click operation) there is even an .apk for the mini to install Xrecovery..
If you search the threads you will find them.. shouldn't be any reason anyone has trouble with these simple mods.. with all the DEV work gone into making scripts and apps, even my girlfriend could manage it (if she had any interest in modding her Mini)
if you still want to do it the hard way (I guess thats the best way to learn).. Busy box is an important thing to get right, if you have installed it... look in your app drawer and find your installed "busybox" then open the app and click on Install (I don't know why you install it then have to 'install' it within the program but you do) or is it just me?
the 3 files should be in System\bin but you also need to change the permissions before you reboot.... more forum searching required if you want to find out how to do that without Root Explorer... the search feature is your friend and the best way to learn.. good luck.
hope that helps..
Kiwi
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11234546&postcount=4
i installed root via superoneclock and installed xrecovery via flashtool, but didn't work well, than i installed xrecovery mini and it works great.
i am using an x10mini pro
stipey75
i had some of your problems too
1) Titanium use its own version of busybox. You can use an app called 'root checker' to see if busybox is installed properly
I had to install it, heres's link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=946259
2) To change permissions i used a free version of root explorer
http://www.mobiles24.com/downloads/s/410555-294-root_explorer
X10 mini Pro Xrecovery
Hello im trying to get Xrecovery to work on my xperia x10 mini pro but i cant install it, i ahve put the 3 files in the right folder and restarted my phone several times pressing the "back" button but nothing happens,
anyone know how to fix it plz.
Hecoro said:
Hello im trying to get Xrecovery to work on my xperia x10 mini pro but i cant install it, i ahve put the 3 files in the right folder and restarted my phone several times pressing the "back" button but nothing happens,
anyone know how to fix it plz.
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First, make sure you don't copy but MOVE. Copy won't work.
Second http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=913136
In this page there's a link an automatic installation of root and xrecovery, why don't you try that?
Had similar issues on my x10i flashtool wouldnt set up xrecovery correctly, so downloaded app from market, installed, then clicked install again, but the three checks stayed crossed. Rebooted phone, and then the checks got ticked second time round. Now running freex10 2.2 beta 4 from z. Ita amazing.
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i have the same problem !! nothing happen im having an x10 mini pro
ook step by step
first you flash your phone new with seus or etc.
then root with for example super one click
now download supermanager for free from the market and intall it
copy the three files to sd
open supermanger chose settings mark: root
go back to the first menu
select file manager
wait for superuser to give rigths to filemanager
copy the three files to /system/ bin
the file manager ask you wich modus do you want: you chose R/W
after that you reboot your phone
when the white "sony ericssion" appear press the back button
then xrecovery start
I have installed xrecovery on my mini pro and have copied those 3 files into system/bin not copied moved actualy and my phone is rooted via z4root and I still cant get xrecovery to work wen I reboot my phone and press the back button. Please help need advice
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mibuwolf said:
I have installed xrecovery on my mini pro and have copied those 3 files into system/bin not copied moved actualy and my phone is rooted via z4root and I still cant get xrecovery to work wen I reboot my phone and press the back button. Please help need advice
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Check my psted turorial here in the mini general. Or you can click my sig about killed my phone.
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Thanx for the info but I did everything as described moved those 3 files into system/bin even got an updated busybox from the link in your tutorial and still I get nothing :-( what i'm I doing wrong please please help me I would be greatfull.
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xRecovery : Manual Installation
- Phone must be rooted
- Download and install Titanium Backup. Run it and press Problems to install busybox or you can install standalone busybox in market !
- Download attached file and unpack the recovery package in to sdcard
- Use Root Explorer to remount /system rw
- Copy the content of the package (3 files) into /system/bin folder
- Chmod 777 for 3 files copied ! (this means sellect all)
How to use xRecovery :
- Reboot your phone !
- Press BACK button few times right after white SE logo appears.
- Use VOLUME-UP and VOLUME-DOWN to browse, HOME to select, BACK to go back.
i copied from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=950324
and it works
Thanx so much it works great just one more thing, what is Jit what does it do and how do I install it?
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mibuwolf said:
Thanx so much it works great just one more thing, what is Jit what does it do and how do I install it?
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just install custom rom like.. miniCMpro froyo, it has JIT on/off setting and others.
Where can I find the custom rom?
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Hey guys,
The easiest way to install root and xrecovery is to download the newest version of flashtool. The newest versions have xrecovery and root for all version of xperia family (x10, x10mini, x10minipro, x8). They should not have any problems rooting or installing xrecovery. I would reinstall the laster fw via SEUS before using it tho.
Cheers,
evilbarcode.
Can anyone provide me with a link where I can download minicmpro? Plz
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mibuwolf said:
Can anyone provide me with a link where I can download minicmpro? Plz
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here you got two great costum roms for x10mini pro.
CM7 Gingerbread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1041099
CM6 Froyo http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=961783
im using CM6 Froyo final. and for now is stable
Can you help me!!!please i want to hack my xperia x8...but i don't know how to do!
Can you give me a video guide or a simple guide please?
Thanks in advance!
You find all information on Development area.
Just choose one ROM and follow the instructions there.
Good luck!
I think you need to root your phone and install xrecovery before you can install ROMs
yaa..go to development forum then choose 1 rom..
First root your phone with SuperOneClick or other app
install xrecovery
choose rom
use xrecovery to install it
1. Root yr phone using superoneclick(usb) or universal androot (apk).
2. Install root explorer(in phone) or adb shell (on pc).
3. Follow the instructions for xrecovery installation from development thread.
4. Flash latest(015) baseband and build (2.1.1.0.6)
5. Flash roms of ur choice.....
For modules like overclock, pinch zoom etc once root explorer is installed all modules can be loaded by just extracting and copying them to system/lib/modules and editing hw_config.sh .... instuctions are available at development threads.
Sent from my X8 using XDA App
Guys...but after i rooting n having my own custom mods...i am using nexus v2 by arto seven n hav kernel 2.6.9 SEMC HOST.... n baseband 15....but after having new mod...i juz tried to use bak my root explorer..but it says not responding..n after not responding...it says force close..even if i press wait..theres no use...n after pressing force close..suddenly..my phone says;..sd card is safe to remove..after tat...it lags awhile..n reboot my phone...nid help please???
All you need is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=921652
PLEASE CORRECT ME IF ANYTHING IS WRONG
I do not take any responsibility if you break your device, ask sony to make them easier to update.
Suggestions about roms and kernels are welcome.
1- REQUIREMENTS
Check in Settings -> About phone
there should be
Baseband: M76XX-TSNCJOLYM-53404015
Android: 2.1.1.A.0.6
- Check out if you are root with Root Checker
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.joeykrim.rootcheck&feature=related_apps
- If not, to root you can use this
[APP]SuperOneClick (Root, Unroot, Enable Non-Market App)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
Before using it, in android start Settings from the app-menu. Tap Applications > Development > USB debugging. Accept warning-popup by tapping OK.
- Make backups of your things with some app like Titanium Backup or mybackup
- Install Busybox Installer from market and open it
https://market.android.com/details?id=com.jrummy.busybox.installer&feature=search_result
- Install a root file manager (so you can see and modify system files) like
Root Explorer
- Check if your hardware keyboard language layout is supported
Hardware Keyboards | Sony Ericsson Keyboards
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=982341
- if not, you will need to copy and send to that forum your language files
"I need to the following from you guys so we can make the hardware keyboard work:
your qwerty.kcm.bin and your qwerty.kl from your old Sony Ericsson Firmware (in /system/usr/) i need the entire folder with keyboard-config, keyboard-chars etc..
List your buttons and which button should have which character on blue/sym button and if you need capital letters as well which key should appear on blue/sym and shift button press
List you special signs, like underscore, plus,minus, etc .. even if you need a key frequently which is not on the default keyboard layout from sony we can still place it on a different button suitable for you
and last but not least any special requests, like numbers or so in the wrong place.
If you want to have an exact copy of your hardware keyboard as it is on your device (like the blue letters and number) please post a picture
As for many of you having troubles with "shift" key not working. Touch the text input window and hold you finger on it until a menu appears, choose android keyboard and NOT the HTC one I don't know why but "shift" key will work again"
2 Install a RECOVERY
[RECOVERY] ClockWorkMod Installer
Get it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1257701
Usage from a Windows computer:
You need to set your phone in Debugging Mode.
Connect your phone to your computer
Open up install.bat and follow the instructions inside that.
Usage from a Linux computer:
Requires your phone to be ROOTed but there is now a ROOTer for Linux that can ROOT your phone if not already done. Can be found in this forum.
You need to set your phone in Debugging Mode
Connect your phone to your computer
Open up terminal
Go to the directory it is extracted to
Start the installer by typing "sh cwm-x10minipro.sh"
3 USE CWM to make a backup of everything:
-Power off phone
-When booting your phone and when the 'Sony Ericsson' letters appear, press and release continuously the 'back' button.
Once you are in the CW recovery, use the volume keys to navigate upwards / downwards, the 'home' or camera button key to select, the 'back' key to go back.
- Make a backup of everything
- Reboot normally, connect the phone to the pc, and copy everything inside the sd card to the pc
4 WITH FULL BATTERY DELETE EVERYTHING AND INSTALL A NEW ROM USING CWM:
DO THE THINGS MARKED WITH *RED
When booting your phone and when the 'Sony Ericsson' letters appear, press and release continuously the 'back' button.
Once you are in the CW recovery, use the volume keys to navigate upwards / downwards, the 'home' or camera button key to select, the 'back' key to go back.
We need to make a full wipe:
ADB root shell
reboot system now
apply update from sdcard
*wipe data / factory reset
*wipe cache partition
install zip from sdcard
backup and restore
backup (also backs up ext partition and installed apps to sdcard)
restore (also restores ext partition and installed apps to sdcard)
restore from xRecovery (Use this in case you want to restore backups done with xRecovery)
advanced restore
mounts and storage
*UNMOUNT ALL OF THESE:
*mount / unmount /cache
*mount / unmount /data
*mount / unmount /sdcard
*mount / unmount /system
*mount / unmount /sd-ext
*mount / unmount /cache
*FORMAT ALL OF THESE:
*format /cache
*format /data
*format /sdcard (not really needed)
*format /system
*format /sd-ext
mount USB storage
advanced
reboot recovery
*wipe Dalvik Cache
wipe Battery Stats
report Error
key Test
*partition SD Card
*Ext Size 512MB (formatting as ext4)
*Swap Size (Set this to 0)
*Rest Size is for vfat
fix permissions
validate recovery
restore recovery
*power off
- After you power off, take the microsd card and put it in a card reader, and connect it to your computer.
(Or you could connect the phone by usb and from CWM go to mounts and storage -> mount sdcard)
- Put inside the big FAT32 partition, the rom-u-want-to-install.zip, it must be CWM compatible
Here you can get some info about some of the latests roms:
http://xperiaminicyanogen.wordpress.com
- go to CWM and do install zip from sdcard
leave it finish and reboot after a bit
SOME OTHER USEFUL LINKS
- Once you finish installing a new rom, you can use this app in Window$ to set up your Hardware Keyboard to your preferred supported language:
[APP] Hardware Keyboard Language Setter KeyboardSwitcher.zip
program so you can switch your Phone's Hardware Keyboard with just two clicks on the PC.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113863
Compilation of useful links
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9219329
[FAQ] CUSTOM Cyanogen Froyo General F.A.Q.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1066824
[GUIDE] Unlock bootloader & relock bootloader | X8 | W8 | X10 mini | X10 mini pro
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
Apps Sony
Xperia Arc Timescape (Retail Dump)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11904220&postcount=3
SE Backup & Restore
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=11908011&postcount=4
[TUT] From stock ROM to custom ROM for n00bs (X10 mini pro) by Emperor.dk
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1194499
Awesome and mostly right!
But there is one thing I don't understand: if you managed to install xrecovery and know how to use it, why do you need cwm??? Either install that rom with xrec, or with cwm.
Anyway it's really good!
I read somewhere that clockwork recovery was better and more complete, and that it seems the way to go. Is that right? I wish there was an easier way to instal it. In other phones you can instal it from rom manager app, maybe in the future they support this phone also.
devrruti said:
I read somewhere that clockwork recovery was better and more complete, and that it seems the way to go. Is that right? I wish there was an easier way to instal it. In other phones you can instal it from rom manager app, maybe in the future they support this phone also.
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i think you should make a video and post it up on youtube; i cant seem to find a in depth tutorial on how to do it (in english anyways). Id like to make sure the complete process before beginning because im afraid of what may happen (people referring it to bricking the phone)
@nilseby: here an answer from slade giving the reasons:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14600846&postcount=1978
tranced_ said:
@nilseby: here an answer from slade giving the reasons:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14600846&postcount=1978
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Oh, yea? Well thx, now i realized xrec is even better than I thought! So I have no reason why to install cwm ( i never did )
So theres not any benefit of running cwm over xrec?
If anything is wrong please correct it.
It works perfect for my taste is better than Xrecovery.
Who comes to Xrecovery that delete xrecovery.tar in system / bin
aLeex10 said:
It works perfect for my taste is better than Xrecovery.
Who comes to xrecovery that delete xrecovery.tar in system / bin
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Thanks, that is a problem that both conflict. Best way would be to use cwm only, but I could not find an easier method. I will update the instructions. Maybe installing rom manager app by slade darkness and co?. it is not finished, but it lets you instal cwm
Finally, there is a new app to instal the recovery you want with just a click, seek it on the dev thread
Every recovery you want , check my signature
D4rKn3sSyS said:
Every recovery you want , check my signature
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Just bought a SE X10 mini pro. Rooted via the one click app.
Want to install CM7
tried all the apps (Rom manager(appstore and here from the forums), d4 recovery installer)
The auto-install apps don't really seem to do anything.
The 'Install xrecovery' options don't actually install it. Clockwork installs the old version 3.0.0.8 if anything (from the market rom manager).
The rom manager app from xda downloads and seemingly installs clockworkrecovery mod / says so in the notifications, but doesn't seem like it really does. I can't boot into it by pressing the back button at the SE writing (before or during)
I did manage to install xrecovery-mini 0.11 via a root file manager and boot into it, but the options didn't match the FAQ for http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1117713, so I ended up screwing up and reflashing via SEUS.
Could someone please point out what I was doing wrong (or how to flash the CM7 image and then the hotfixes via xrecovery-mini), or maybe if there's really point and click app that works to do the xrecovery/cm mod parts without me screwing things up.
gaah... Installed clockwork recovery mod 3.2.0.0 but when I try to install the CM7 rom it tells me off saying Amend scripting is no longer supported/switch back to edify scripting etc.
What exactly should I do to install the rom ?
(oooh wait, it says to use xrec , fail )
but it is old, the new cwm is with apk install! C:
sure, much more easy now. I updated it, I will try to post the links to rom manager and recovery installer apps
cwm recovery vs xrecovery
I tried installing xrecovery. I should say I succeeded in installing xrecovery, it installed, and worked fine except no bootscreen when I turn the phone on. All 3 green checks showed up, but nothing happens.
Phone is rooted
busybox installed via busybox installer which shows the phone is rooted and the version of busybox.
All files (changemon, busybox and the tar files) in /system/bin with permissions set to rwxrwxrwx.
Am trying to figure out how to instal cmw recovery instead of xrecovery... not much luck so far.
Advice appreciated!
Hello, 1st post criticize me! LOL
I'm trying to figure out the same...
I'm totally new here and I'm trying to install the CWM Recovery.
it says: "Download and instal the recovery installer apk by darknessys"
when I look the installer it is not compatible with stock roms.
which method should I use to install the CWM recovery?
Ummm download this http://www.4shared.com/file/KQf9bym2/AAIS.html
Extract aais.zip to /sdcard
goto terminal emulator and give following commands
su
cd /sdcard/aais
sh install.sh
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choose ur option and enter the number of the option
only for mini pro as of now!
So recovery installer apk by darknessys or rom manager apk, both can not be used on stock eclair rom? can anyone confirm this?
Edit- it seems that those apps don't support stock rom, that is weird, I thought they would work, try at least with darknessys recovery installer.
if not, the easiest way for now I guess would be to install xrecovery and then cwm.
So if someone knows how to easily install cwm on stock rom, please advise.
I don't know if what galvic suggests works or what it does, but you can take a look to the script.
Getting crazy
I tried now several things from here and Google to get this CWM recovery to work... no success!! Got a new x10 mini with latest SE Update...
Please does anybody know a working way to get this thing to work???
Frustrating