Hello XDA Members!
I just changed from galaxy mini to sony ericsson live with walkman.
The phone comes just out of the box.
It has android 2.3.4 installed with sony ericsson firmware 4.0.1.A.0.283.
So what do i want to achieve with my new phone?!
1. root acces
2. update firmware to 4.0.2.A.0.62
3. install cwm to use it later for installing other roms
4. flash a new kernel to use link2sd and move apps to sd-ext like on my mini.
So anybody out here willing to give me hints to achive the above mentioned points?
As i am from germany the phone offers me an upte to 4.0.A.0.69! Is it possible to maintain the above achievments with this update?
Thx for any support!
hi and welcome to the sony world!!!
so first let me ask you a basic question is your phone branded sim locked??
Thx for welcome.
No the phone isn't branded / sim locked.
Its a stock sony phone which i bought from amazon here in germany.
Great then the easiest way to root it is a custom kernel rom.
So first you will need to unlock your bootloader; you can do it in two ways:
1.- the offical way here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ you will lose drm and be unable to use the official track id app from sony.
2.- the test point method here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285285 you will not lose drm and track id and be able to update your phone with seus no problem. in this video http://www.google.com.mx/url?sa=t&r...tMG1Bg&usg=AFQjCNFe_MgteNSvfQYkgBoh7rwpwSVoAQ it shows you what points to use and you can do it with a paper clip it seems hard to do but it is pretty easy.
Take into account unlocking your bootloader will void warranty and may cause damage to your phone bla bla bla. You know the same thing from always.
i think this is the first step if you do it and need more help let us know or if you don't want to let me know and i will point you to some good threads for modding your phone without unlocked bootloader.
ginryu said:
Great then the easiest way to root it is a custom kernel rom.
So first you will need to unlock your bootloader; you can do it in two ways:
1.- the offical way here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ you will lose drm and be unable to use the official track id app from sony.
2.- the test point method here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285285 you will not lose drm and track id and be able to update your phone with seus no problem. in this video http://www.google.com.mx/url?sa=t&r...tMG1Bg&usg=AFQjCNFe_MgteNSvfQYkgBoh7rwpwSVoAQ it shows you what points to use and you can do it with a paper clip it seems hard to do but it is pretty easy.
Take into account unlocking your bootloader will void warranty and may cause damage to your phone bla bla bla. You know the same thing from always.
i think this is the first step if you do it and need more help let us know or if you don't want to let me know and i will point you to some good threads for modding your phone without unlocked bootloader.
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That was only about unlocking bootloader, which is needed if you want to install custom kernel and/or ROM.
For rooting, I have written a tutorial to root, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1568792. First root your phone and then make Over the Air update(directly from phone via 3G or WiFi) to newest firmware(which is .69 in your case).
Root will stay if you do OTA update, PC Companion/SEUS will remove root.
Also CWM installation is included in my tutorial.
Installing custom kernel is not yet in tutorial, but I will explain here.
First unlock bootloader like written in previous post. Then download the kernel you want, you will need .img file. Next, if you don't have it yet, then download Android SDK, because you will need fastboot. Move the .img file to the same folder as fastboot(C:\...\android-sdk\platform-tools), start Command Prompt, enter the following command
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cd C:\...\android-sdk\platform-tools
and then
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fastboot.exe flash boot boot.img
Replace C:\...\ part with the path to android-sdk directory and boot.img with the correct file name. Mostly it is boot.img, but can be different on some kernels.
thx, again a member willing to help my!
So happy.
I wont to do anything wrong. As you explained i first should root the phone and then install the latest firmware.
So i downloaded this file DooMLoRD_v4_ROOT-zergRush-busybox-su.zip.
This will do the following
[*] This script will:
(1) root ur device using latest zergRush exploit (21 Nov)
(2) install Busybox (1.18.4)
(3) install SU files (binary: 3.0.3 and apk: 3.0.6)
The text goes on with
[*] Before u begin:
(1) make sure u have installed adb drivers for ur device
(2) enable "USB DEBUGGING"
from (Menu\Settings\Applications\Development)
(3) enable "UNKNOWN SOURCES"
from (Menu\Settings\Applications)
(4) [OPTIONAL] increase screen timeout to 10 minutes
(5) connect USB cable to PHONE and then connect to PC
(6) skip "PC Companion Software" prompt on device
I am confused and blind
Where can i find the adb drivers?
just install pc companion and it will install the drivers for you once you connect your phone for the first time that's all.
ginryu said:
just install pc companion and it will install the drivers for you once you connect your phone for the first time that's all.
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Just googled
Thats the software i get for example from sony page hxxp://www.sonymobile.com/de/tools/pc-companion/ .
Am i right?
If so, then i am ready to root my live with walkman. Finally
yep you are right
Yeah got it!
Superuser is in list for apps.
Now i will start the firmwareupdate ota.
New question again
Why can't i connect to my fritzbox via wlan without my simcard plugged in? I get an error out of reach. If i put my simcard in, i can connect to my router.
My old mini didnt bother if the simcard isn't plugged it.
It still connects to the router.
never heard of anything like it. maybe it's a bug of the firmware?
Update
Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.69 installed, Superuser still there.
So what should i do next?
motorazrv3 said:
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Firmware 4.0.2.A.0.69 installed, Superuser still there.
So what should i do next?
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You should install cwm from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1345741
What about this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1346190 using se extreme tweaker.
Should do the same and i find it easier to handle.
motorazrv3 said:
What about this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1346190 using se extreme tweaker.
Should do the same and i find it easier to handle.
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man i forgot about that one, yeah you are right and the bravia engine works like a charm too.
Success
Managed to enter cwm
Cwm displays "CWM-based Recovery v5.0.2.7-nAa"
Hope that is the latest one.
yeah it is well there is a 5.5 version but i have only seen it in 1 custom kernel, by the way don't try to flash any custom rom with it or you will have trouble ok.
Enough for today.
Here in germany it is 8pm (twenty o'clock).
Time to chill now.
Thank you very much to my 2 supporter helping me managing the first steps.
Hope you can help me again when i go on.
Wlan still not working without simcard inserted. Any Ideas what could be the problem or is that a normal behaviour?
ginryu said:
yeah it is well there is a 5.5 version but i have only seen it in 1 custom kernel, by the way don't try to flash any custom rom with it or you will have trouble ok.
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Yeah if i understood right, i have to unlock bootloader first flashing a custom rom.
But now with cwm installed i am able to backup my rom and restore it if i need, am i right?
On galaxy mini we werent able to back up the stock rom via cwm.
yep you are right. As of the odd thing with the wifi and the sim still no ideas.
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Hi Every1, in this tutorial am gonna show u all how to root firmware .62 on Xperia Mini ST15i.Update : Also other 2011 xperia
Stock Firmwares (Incl ICS) (not my collection, thank that guy )
Possible Result:
1) U may lose all the data on your phone. (I have backups of everything so i dint not bother to wipe. But it is a good practice to hav backups before messing with your phone) UPDATE : Phone data is not lost
2) Rooted xperia mini with .62 firmware.
Things you need:
1) Doomlord's rooting kit(thank him for that). http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582
2) Flashtool http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
3) .42 firmware ftf file http://www.4shared.com/file/ZdoKiVWJ/ST15i_402A042__1249-6227_.html?
4) For rooting ics follow the other method posted below in weak wifi link.
5) Some guts
Overview of the process:
1) Downgrading your phone to .42 firmware.
2) Utilizing zergrush exploit to root device.
3) Upgrading to .62 firmware with root.
Seems simple isnt?
I would like to make clear that i do not take responsibility if anything should happen on your phone. This idea is not exactly mine and I would like thank fellow xda members for this knowledge.
Please follow the methods as it is or you may end with a brick.
Devices tested : Xperia mini(basic concpet is same "downgrading and upgrading", if any one have tested on their xperia say xperia mini pro for example please let knw).
UPDATE : Xperia Active
The procedure:
Flashing 42 firmware:
1) Download the ftf file from the link above. That is the .42 firmware file.
2) Download and install flashtool and doomlord rooting kit.
3) Now friends please make a backup of your data(contacts,messages, etc)
4) Place the downloaded ftf file in %flashtooldirectory%/firmwares.
5) Now open Flashtool.exe
6) Drag the ftf file to flashtool window.
7) A pop up window with options for flashing will be shown.
8) Uncheck Wipe user data and wipe cache.
( I had an issue here, even though i uncheckd those i lost my data, but its good to give a shot here and if your phone retains data you are lucky)
9) Make sure none of the EXCLUDE or checked.
10) click ok, A pop up window will be telling you to connect your phone in flashmode.
11) Check Unknown sources and debugging in your phone, switch off it. Press the vol down button and connect the usb cable.
12) The flashing process will be done.
13) Now Turn on your device. ( If your phone stops at the sony ericsson logo dont freak out that you have bricked your phone. This is normal)
14) Now if you are able to get to your home screen pat yourself and tell good job!.
15) Check firmware version in settings.
Rooting the Phone:
1) Now check unknown sources and debugging in phone and connect it to pc.
2) The drivers must automatically install.
3) Now goto the directory where you extracted doomlord's rooting kit.
4) Open runme.bat and press any key
5) after few seconds your phone must restart.
6) goto app drawer and make sure superuser app is there.
7) to double check, download rootchecker from market and check.
Upgrading to firmware .62
1) first i did not use my phone much, i just installed superuser and right away updated.
2) this may be a factor since removing bloatware before updating could cause problems. But not sure.
3) To update go to update centre app in phone.
4) Check for update and update.
5) After restart you should have Xperia MINI with root access!
Do not update via pc companion, perform Over-the-air update. Else phone could be bricked.
UPDATE:
For Users having weak wifi there is another method.. follow the Link
You are welcome to any suggestions so that anyone who is not clear can understand.
Screenshots :
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/7535973454/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/
http://www.flickr.com/photos/[email protected]/7535975230/ by http://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/
Capture by http://www.flickr.com/people/[email protected]/
Wrong section.
Sent from my Xperia Live using xda premium.
"13) Now Turn on your device. ( If your phone stops at the sony ericsson logo dont freak out that you have bricked your phone. This is normal)
14) Now if you are able to get to your home screen pat yourself and tell good job!. "
A nOOb question-
What if I m not able to get on homescreen.....if I wud stuck in dat logo wat shud u do ??
when u do a wipe, initialy when phone runs it it may take a long time to rebuild the wiped cache...
So if u r able to c the logo...then obviously phone is not bricked....relax and wait for it to do some house keeping...
Then you will able to get to home screen!
Someguyfromhell said:
Wrong section.
Sent from my Xperia Live using xda premium.
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Yaya. . Ma bad. . Xda din alw me to post in dvlpment
Good tutorial, but I have a question.
I have an Xperia Active ST17i and I successfully followed the first two instructions:
1) Downgrading your phone to .42 firmware.
2) Utilizing zergrush exploit to root device.
But on proceeding to the 3rd instruction, my phone always says "You have the latest software and applications from Sony Ericsson. Your phone is up to date."
I am using a wifi connection to check for updates (or do I need to update through HSDPA connections?)
Am I doing something wrong here?
Thanks
Xaeons said:
Good tutorial, but I have a question.
I have an Xperia Active ST17i and I successfully followed the first two instructions:
1) Downgrading your phone to .42 firmware.
2) Utilizing zergrush exploit to root device.
But on proceeding to the 3rd instruction, my phone always says "You have the latest software and applications from Sony Ericsson. Your phone is up to date."
I am using a wifi connection to check for updates (or do I need to update through HSDPA connections?)
Am I doing something wrong here?
Thanks
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am just making sure.... Did u use stock firmware .42 for ST!7i??
I downloaded the ftf file here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1477440
Or should I flash this one instead:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho....ftf (273.26 MB) when I checked the rs link..
Xaeons said:
I downloaded the ftf file here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1477440
Or should I flash this one instead:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/sho... uncheck "exclude kernel" and those things???
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Yep I did all the instructions perfectly. Except the third one, I can't really update it.
Xaeons said:
Yep I did all the instructions perfectly.
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well, i am nt sure whats stopping you from doing an over the air update.
but i have a reason to doubt the firmware file cause it weighs around 150 mb only.
i might suggest searching for another fw .42 file and trying the same(i am searching for one in the mean time)
however i shall try to find why OTA fails.
do these for me.
1) Check whether you have the superuser file pushed by doomlord tool
2) did you lose all your data after flashing?
3) check fw version in settings..
1. Yep superuser is there
2. Nope, contacts still there
3. Version 2.3.4 Build Number 4.0.2.A.0.42
Maybe it is a bad ftf file, but I can't find any other .42 ftf other than the one posted.
Can't use WOTAN though, says I ran out of credits.
I'll try to reflash to .62 once I download the ftf file.
this problem seems weird really.
Darn wifi, I am now updating OTA to 4.0.2.A.0.62. I'll post results soon..
EDIT: fails at 3rd process of OTA. Maybe a FW problem. Will scrap this one and flash .62. Thanks anyway.
Will try to check for solutions
Sent from my ST15i using XDA
Okay, finally got that going.
With reference to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1617543
Might be the only thing I did wrong was to install link2sd before updating OTA (not really sure though, but that's the only thing I did before trying)
Finally have .62 rooted. Thanks.
Xperia st15i tested with your method succesfully
Helpfull to me but still my phone flickering is not stopped.
Still i am facing same problem. I done your method in my Xperia st15i phone & its nice i downgraded & rooted my phone with ease & again updated to 62 firmware but after all done still same issue both key is flickering again.
some please help because i bought phone from ebay, i have seller warranty period but i dont want to send to mumbai because once i couriered it to mumbai i know it will take time & may be i will not get my phone back.
Xaeons said:
Okay, finally got that going.
With reference to this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1617543
Might be the only thing I did wrong was to install link2sd before updating OTA (not really sure though, but that's the only thing I did before trying)
Finally have .62 rooted. Thanks.
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Well, i did mention not to use ur phone much before doing the OTA.
glad you made it
krunalzmehta said:
Helpfull to me but still my phone flickering is not stopped.
Still i am facing same problem. I done your method in my Xperia st15i phone & its nice i downgraded & rooted my phone with ease & again updated to 62 firmware but after all done still same issue both key is flickering again.
some please help because i bought phone from ebay, i have seller warranty period but i dont want to send to mumbai because once i couriered it to mumbai i know it will take time & may be i will not get my phone back.
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I did have the same problem. It was very annoying. I gave my phone to SE centre and they fixed it under warranty(i.e b4 rooting)
I think you should follow this link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1387605
post what happens.
My phone can't update via OTA.
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Is there a way to root my officialy updated to ICS, Xperia Mini(ST15i) without unlocking bootloader?(in order to downgrade etc...) I just want to root my xperia mini without messing up with the warranty....Any way to root it with locked bootloader? (4.1.B.0.431)
Thanks in advance
You have to downgrade to Gingerbread, root it and then upgrade to ICS using THIS tutorial.
There could be a different way: you should flash the 4.0.3 kernel (for example the Arc one), but I can't find the tutorial. Use the search button and see if you can find it
Feanor88 said:
You have to downgrade to Gingerbread, root it and then upgrade to ICS using THIS tutorial.
There could be a different way: you should flash the 4.0.3 kernel (for example the Arc one), but I can't find the tutorial. Use the search button and see if you can find it
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downgrading needs unlocked bootloader... :/ i had bricked my mini some time ago because i tried to downgrade with locked... (( any other way?
Thanks
EDIT: flashing xperia arc's or Neo V's for example would brick my phone....wouldn't it? (and it also needs bootloader unlock...so i don't think i would do that... BUT thanks for your help mate
No, flashing a .ftf does NOT need an unlocked bootloader. You need to unlock it only if you want to flash a custom kernel, but for custom ROMs you can use flashtool.
Same for the 4.0.3 kernel. It's a stock kernel, so you can flash it via flashtool
It WILL end in bootloop, though. The tutorial says you can use DoomLord's root kit anyway, root the phone and then flash again the 4.0.4 kernel. But find it and read it carefully, cause I didn't try it and I can't assure you it will work.
I tried the first one I suggested, though, and my bootloader is locked!
Feanor88 said:
No, flashing a .ftf does NOT need an unlocked bootloader. You need to unlock it only if you want to flash a custom kernel, but for custom ROMs you can use flashtool.
Same for the 4.0.3 kernel. It's a stock kernel, so you can flash it via flashtool
It WILL end in bootloop, though. The tutorial says you can use DoomLord's root kit anyway, root the phone and then flash again the 4.0.4 kernel. But find it and read it carefully, cause I didn't try it and I can't assure you it will work.
I tried the first one I suggested, though, and my bootloader is locked!
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man i have a problem...when i place my phone into flashmode (down key) it disconnects on its own...and that's why i bricked my phone long time ago....now i am afraid to do that i have installed the flashtool drivers from Flashtool/drivers.... but they mustn't work for my mini....any solution please give me the drivers you use for your Mini and work with it if you can i would really appreciate that!
What do you mean, it disconnects? How much time does it take for it to disconnect? Mine does the same. If I plug it and wait for a minute or so doing nothing, it disconnects. But if I start flashing a ROM it doesn't.
The drivers I installed are in \Flashtool\drivers.
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What do you mean, it disconnects? How much time does it take for it to disconnect? Mine does the same. If I plug it and wait for a minute or so doing nothing, it disconnects. But if I start flashing a ROM it doesn't.
The drivers I installed are in \Flashtool\drivers.
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it takes about 1-2 minutes to disconnect.But, what if it disconnects while on downgrading?
It doesn't. At least, mine doesn't! And I flashed firmware twice a day in the last week
Anyway, both ways need the use of flashtool... so if you don't want to try it, you can't root ICS
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It doesn't. At least, mine doesn't! And I flashed firmware twice a day in the last week
Anyway, both ways need the use of flashtool... so if you don't want to try it, you can't root ICS
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Pfff i'm a bit scared.....there is no hope that there will be somewhen another way to root...?
No, I'm sorry. Anyway, just follow this steps:
1) DON'T plug your phone.
2) Open flashtool
3) Click the lightning icon and select flashmode
4) Select the .ftf you want to flash: if you want to downgrade, select wipe data. If you want to flash the 4.0.3 kernel, unckeck wipe data and check "exclude" for everything apart from kernel. Which means you'll only flash the kernel
5) Start: you'll be asked to plug your phone. Plug it now in flashmode. This way you'll avoid it being unplugged.
Flashing will start, and your phone won't be unplugged. I suppose it's unplugged automatically when you're not doing anything, it's the same for me, but I repeat, whenever I flash something (kernel, whole ROM, whatever) everything just goes fine
Feanor88 said:
No, I'm sorry. Anyway, just follow this steps:
1) DON'T plug your phone.
2) Open flashtool
3) Click the lightning icon and select flashmode
4) Select the .ftf you want to flash: if you want to downgrade, select wipe data. If you want to flash the 4.0.3 kernel, unckeck wipe data and check "exclude" for everything apart from kernel. Which means you'll only flash the kernel
5) Start: you'll be asked to plug your phone. Plug it now in flashmode. This way you'll avoid it being unplugged.
Flashing will start, and your phone won't be unplugged. I suppose it's unplugged automatically when you're not doing anything, it's the same for me, but I repeat, whenever I flash something (kernel, whole ROM, whatever) everything just goes fine
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i maybe try it later... thanks for your replies man DD i appreciate that
kwstas 13 said:
i maybe try it later... thanks for your replies man DD i appreciate that
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Let me know if you need more help!
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Let me know if you need more help!
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A friend of mine told me that if i try with locked bootloader is a simple suicide!!! :/ Now i am confused again :S
kwstas 13 said:
A friend of mine told me that if i try with locked bootloader is a simple suicide!!! :/ Now i am confused again :S
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Who is that friend of you? He is trolling. Stay away from him. And learn this. Feanor here is a better friend for you than him, when it comes to rooting your phone.
Just do as in the tutorial Fenor had shared in his first post. Everything will be fine.
And you say you bricked your phone. May we know how your repaired it?
Thanks,
Rick
Sent from my SK17i using XDA
DragonClawsAreSharp said:
Feanor here is a better friend for you than him, when it comes to rooting your phone.
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Blushing
But don't forget I'm a noob after all... I'll just keep pointing other people's tutorials, like for example yours, Rick
DragonClawsAreSharp said:
Who is that friend of you? He is trolling. Stay away from him. And learn this. Feanor here is a better friend for you than him, when it comes to rooting your phone.
Just do as in the tutorial Fenor had shared in his first post. Everything will be fine.
And you say you bricked your phone. May we know how your repaired it?
Thanks,
Rick
Sent from my SK17i using XDA
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while i was downgrading with locked bootloader the procces stopped on its own at 43%....and my phone wouldn't turn on and didn't even worked with flashtool....i sent it to a service centre and they fixed it ( i think i hadn't installed the proper drivers....am i right?)
kwstas 13 said:
while i was downgrading with locked bootloader the procces stopped on its own at 43%....and my phone wouldn't turn on and didn't even worked with flashtool....i sent it to a service centre and they fixed it ( i think i hadn't installed the proper drivers....am i right?)
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That's strange. Anyway, if you installed PC Companion you have adb drivers. Install flashmode drivers from Flashtool installazion folder, you find the executable in \Flashtool\drivers. If Windows prompts you that the drivers are dangerous, just install them anyway.
What I can say is that you DON'T need to unlock your bootloader to use flashmode in Flashtool. Otherwise, my phone would have exploded long ago
Now let me tell you this: if you are SURE you did everything the right way, and still your phone got bricked, then maybe you shouldn't try. you never know.
If you tried to to something you didn't know how to do, you probably made a mistake, and that's why the phone got bricked.In this case, I'd give it a try.
But we're not able to see your phone and test it, so whatever you do, unfortunately, you always do it on your own risk.
I couldn't be more sincere.
kwstas 13 said:
while i was downgrading with locked bootloader the procces stopped on its own at 43%....and my phone wouldn't turn on and didn't even worked with flashtool....i sent it to a service centre and they fixed it ( i think i hadn't installed the proper drivers....am i right?)
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On all probability you are correct.
They (The service centre people) flashed a firmware using Flashtool. That's what they must have did. See. I will explain things a bit.
Your phone has some memory in it (this corresponds to what was known as phone memory in older phones). This memory is of Read Only type. That is ROM. Now, of all the types of ROMs, androids have EEPROM. That stands for Electronically Erasable Programmable ROM. So you can electronically erase the data stored in the ROM and write new data on it (even though it is called Read Only). This process of writing new data on the ROM is called flashing.
For flashing, the tool that is available to us as an open source, is Flashtool. Using it we can flash ROMs into our phones, erasing the earlier ones.
Now, Sony will not want us to flash Cyanogen Mod to our phones. So they have made up the concept of locking the bootloaders. With locked bootloaders custom ROMs can not be flashed to your phone. This is because most custom ROMs are designed for a specific Kernel (the intermediate between the OS and the hardware), and flashing a custom kernel requires unlocked bootloaders.
If you want, you can flash firmwares (ROMs + Kernels released by Sony) even if you are on locked bootloader, as long as the firmware files are signed by Sony.
This restriction however is against the OpenSource spirit of Android, and thus Sony gives us the scope to unlock bootloader at the cost of loosing the warranty, and the DRM keys (search google for that).
Now coming to your problem of unability to flash properly, make sure that you have installed all the drivers. For that open up /drivers folder in /flashtool and install the .exe there. Also install the adb drivers of your device. For that have PC Companion installed on your PC. Flashing will happen properly then.
Thanks,
Rick
Sent from my SK17i using XDA
DragonClawsAreSharp said:
On all probability you are correct.
They (The service centre people) flashed a firmware using Flashtool. That's what they must have did. See. I will explain things a bit.
Your phone has some memory in it (this corresponds to what was known as phone memory in older phones). This memory is of Read Only type. That is ROM. Now, of all the types of ROMs, androids have EEPROM. That stands for Electronically Erasable Programmable ROM. So you can electronically erase the data stored in the ROM and write new data on it (even though it is called Read Only). This process of writing new data on the ROM is called flashing.
For flashing, the tool that is available to us as an open source, is Flashtool. Using it we can flash ROMs into our phones, erasing the earlier ones.
Now, Sony will not want us to flash Cyanogen Mod to our phones. So they have made up the concept of locking the bootloaders. With locked bootloaders custom ROMs can not be flashed to your phone. This is because most custom ROMs are designed for a specific Kernel (the intermediate between the OS and the hardware), and flashing a custom kernel requires unlocked bootloaders.
If you want, you can flash firmwares (ROMs + Kernels released by Sony) even if you are on locked bootloader, as long as the firmware files are signed by Sony.
This restriction however is against the OpenSource spirit of Android, and thus Sony gives us the scope to unlock bootloader at the cost of loosing the warranty, and the DRM keys (search google for that).
Now coming to your problem of unability to flash properly, make sure that you have installed all the drivers. For that open up /drivers folder in /flashtool and install the .exe there. Also install the adb drivers of your device. For that have PC Companion installed on your PC. Flashing will happen properly then.
Thanks,
Rick
Sent from my SK17i using XDA
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You, and all developers/people here, are simply awesome!.... But this sh*t with unlocking bootloader and loosing warranty is so....stupid....I think i will give it a try and i am gonna sure thank you.... Somethink else....my phone has also a problem on the screen while scrolling....do you know if that is a hardware or a firmware problem?
What do i mean when i say scroll problem:
1st example: While browsing the Internet and scroll with fast moves, links are pressed on its own and new tabs are opened,as links are pressed.
2nd example: While i scroll the app drawer,fast s make apps open without my will....
3nd exapmle and the most representative: While playing fruit ninja and do fast moves to cut the fruits, the touchscreen doesn't even fell that i touch the screen!!! I do fast moves to cut the fruits and nothing happens!! As a result i always lose! (just joking....)
My phone is fast and really smooth only when my moves are slow....any thoughts about that? :/
Thanks once again for your BRAVE help!
You have a Mini, right? That's a hardware problem. Very common, even if not everyone realizes it. Check THIS thread for a (possible?) solution.
hey everyone,
I'm running DonutHD 2.27...it says in the first page that the easiest way to unlock bootloader is to go from stock 2.3.3...does this mean that I'd have to "repair" my phone, and then root and unlock the BL? thanks..
Hi, if you did backed up your Stock Rom 2.3.3 in xrecovery v0.3 in nandroid format, just restore the system and its data back. Then reboot your phone to get back your stock GB. Should have worked. Then for unlocking bootloaders, i can recommend old but trusted tools for unlocking steps, but if you fulfill these requirements, then you may start following pdf guides for unlocking bootloaders.
Link: under my signature linked " author of..." got thread containing necesary tools linked for downloads. If cannot see under android xda, use browser or internet to see it.
Safe Requirement in stock gb 2.3.3 x10 before following guide:
1)Allowed usb debugging, working phone and flash mode installed
2)baseband 71
3)stock kernel
4)rooted busybox with superuser apps
5)got window computer
6) recommended flashtool under signature link
7)working usb port
8)IMPORTANT MOST! Before unlocking, CHECK YOUR SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE whether semc or setool2? If none of both, you can't proceed unlocking, risky...identifying tools link provided under same signature and thread too
U can check extra requirements in zipped attachments in case i forgot to mention. Screenshot steps provided
Hope helps
Whitefang
Thanks. But the thing is, I didn't make the nandriod backup of the stock ROM. It was only after I flashed to another ROM that I started making backups :/ what do I do now? Do I repair my phone on PC companion, and root it again?
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Thanks. But the thing is, I didn't make the nandriod backup of the stock ROM. It was only after I flashed to another ROM that I started making backups :/ what do I do now? Do I repair my phone on PC companion, and root it again?
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yes just repair your phone to go back to 2.3.3.
Yeap
Just as TheLogic said, Yes Just repair it. Once you got the firmware 2.3.3 stock, reroot it again. My signature link thread also provides trusted flashtool and guides for rooting and unlocking bootloader for 2.3.3stock All the best sorry for late reply. XP
whitefang
This is my first tutorial for installing Cyanogen Mod 7.2.0 on Live With Walkman WT19i. All credit goes to the developers who made all the following and related tools. I simply put together info from various sources. Admins/moderators are welcome to make any changes.
WARNING: Proceed at your own risk! I am not responsible for bricked phones! You might want to do some more research if you're unsure or don't fully understand anything from below
Requirements: ADB drivers:
http://www.mediafire.com/?6u1zl54w3jnvvax
Fastboot drivers:
win_usb.inf file from http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
Android SDK(unlocking bootloader):
http://developer.android.com/sdk/
Flashtool(flashing kernel):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351309
Zergrush(for rooting):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=784296&stc=1&d=1321435888
Clockworkmod Recovery(flashing ROM):
http://www.mediafire.com/?73xv18tht0e8zt4
WT19i_4.0.2.A.0.58 firmware:
NOTE:Enable "USB DEBUGGING" from Menu -> Settings -> Applications -> Development
>Enable "UNKNOWN SOURCES" from Menu -> Settings -> Applications
1) If you're already on official ICS, downgrade to Gingerbread, root Gingerbread and then install other custom ROMs as follows:
2) Flash any Android 2.3.4 firmware (I've tried this method only with the WT19i_4.0.2.A.0.58 firmware though) using Flashtool
->Select Flashmode, Wipe data, Wipe cache
3) Use Zergrush v3 by DoomLord. Works well with 0.58 version
If Superuser app has been installed, rooting is successful.
4) Install ClockWorkMod Recovery 5.0.2.7-nAa-r2(Ported by [email protected])
5) Make a backup in recovery mode. (see below for howto)
6) Install Android SDK Manager
If Google USB Driver is not visible, install Android SDK Tools Rev 20 first, reopen SDK Manager.
Replace android_winusb.inf-file in extras\google\usb_driver folder with the new one on http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
7) Unlock bootloader officially from: http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
Instructions on that page are pretty clear.
NOTE: Unlocking the bootloader the official way will void your phone's warranty and DRM keys will be lost. You may want to use the testpoint method as mentioned here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285285
8) Download Cyanogenmod 7.2 for WT19i (=coconut version) and place it on your SD card.
9) Ensure that the fastboot drivers are installed.
10) Replace stock kernel : Extract boot.img from the Cyanogenmmod 7.2 ZIP file that you downloaded. Now, in Flashtool, select Flash button > Fastboot mode > Select kernel to Flash > Point it to the boot.img file you extracted. Check log in background window for success.
11) Restart the phone into Recovery. Select Wipe data/factory reset followed by Wipe cache partition followed by Advanced>Wipe Dalvik cache.
Then, install zip from sdcard. Select the coconut 7.2.0. ZIP file you placed here earlier.
Wait for about 5-10 minutes. If you're worried, open Command Prompt, navigate to the fastboot folder and run adb logcat to see what's happening!.
And that's it, you're done!
(If the logging process looks like it's repeating itself for more than 10 minutes, remove battery restart phone, and see if Cyanogenmod now boots up(again, will take ~5 minutes). If it does not still boot(rare case), repeat step 10. Make sure you download the CM ZIP package from your computer)
If you get an 'assert' error (Status 7 error) then, edit the file updater-script in your cm7.2.0 ZIP file\META-INF\com\google\android\. Remove only the first line (ending with a . Now repeat step 10 again.
Extra: To use Google services, you need to flash the gapps.zip similar to the way you did CM 7.2. However, do NOT wipe cache do NOT wipe data or anything! To install, simply boot into recovery, install zip from sd card and choose the gapps ZIP file. Later, Restart phone
How to enter recovery mode on the WT19i:
Turn off phone. Turn it on again. As soon as you see Sony Ericsson logo, keep tapping Volume Down button repeatedly. (Once you are familiar, you'll realize that even 1-2 presses can do the trick)
You do not need to root and install Recovery in the first place, I mean skip steps 3, 4 and 5.
Backup can also be made in the same recovery, which is included with kernel, right before wiping and installing the ROM.
I would just install any Android 2.3.4 firmware, then unlock bootloader, install custom kernel, backup, then wipe, then install.
And if you unlock bootloader officially, then do not forget your phone's warranty will be void and DRM keys lost.
If you succeed with official bootloader unlock, then fastboot drivers are already installed, no need to worry about that
And before ppl go crazy - First boot does take a while, as all the caches need to be recreated.
This tutorial can also work for other custom ROMs aswell, because the process is the same, the only different thing is the kernel and the .zip file.
You do not need to root and install Recovery in the first place, I mean skip steps 3, 4 and 5.
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Right I meant that to install CWM!
I would just install any Android 2.3.4 firmware, then unlock bootloader, install custom kernel, backup, then wipe, then install.
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Right except that I had problems with using Zergrush v2 and v4. That's why I thought I'd mention.
If you succeed with official bootloader unlock, then fastboot drivers are already installed, no need to worry about that
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Yes, but that would entail downloading the android_winusb.inf-file from the mentioned official site, wouldn't it?
And before ppl go crazy - First boot does take a while, as all the caches need to be recreated.
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Oh, but how common is it for a WT19i to take more than 10 minutes at boot? I did this on two other friends' WT19is; both of them took around 3 minutes. (Obviously i did something wrong the first time on my phone)
Anyhow,thanks for the constructive comments!Editing it accordingly!
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Right I meant that to install CWM!
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You do not need CWM in the first place. You can make the full Nandroid backup AFTER flashing custom kernel and BEFORE wiping and installing the ROM.
blackstallion1234 said:
Right except that I had problems with using Zergrush v2 and v4. That's why I thought I'd mention.
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You don't need root to be honest.
blackstallion1234 said:
Yes, but that would entail downloading the android_winusb.inf-file from the mentioned official site, wouldn't it?
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What's your point? If you unlock the bootloader official way and it succeeds, you do not have to deal with the drivers anymore, as they have been installed properly and they're working
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Oh, but how common is it for a WT19i to take more than 10 minutes at boot? I did this on two other friends' WT19is; both of them took around 3 minutes. (Obviously i did something wrong the first time on my phone)
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I didn't mention about minutes. Some ppl are not aware of that, so it was just a small note for them.
You do not need CWM in the first place. You can make the full Nandroid backup AFTER flashing custom kernel and BEFORE wiping and installing the ROM.
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Right! The custom kernel would provide a recovery (which isn't present on a stock kernel for our phone), right?
You don't need root to be honest.
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I shall edit the title to something like 'Root and install CM...' where I express the opinion that rooting does have advantages too!
blackstallion1234 said:
Right! The custom kernel would provide a recovery (which isn't present on a stock kernel for our phone), right?
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Custom kernels already include recovery and stuff needed for root.
blackstallion1234 said:
I shall edit the title to something like 'Root and install CM...' where I express the opinion that rooting does have advantages too!
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Rooting is already included in custom ROMs, if not then custom kernel does the job and roots it automatically. You don't need to root it by yourself
didn anyone tried latest nightly
There is a stable rom for LWW listed on the cyanogen mod downloads page. Is it really stable? I'm asking this because when you select 'all' and 'stable' on left panel on that site, there is no stable rom listed for lww! This is very confusing.
hsrbnr said:
There is a stable rom for LWW listed on the cyanogen mod downloads page. Is it really stable? I'm asking this because when you select 'all' and 'stable' on left panel on that site, there is no stable rom listed for lww! This is very confusing.
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Yes the version of CyanogenMod 7.2.0 listed on their site is stable and indeed the one used in this thread for reference. Click coconut in the left hand pane(that's the codename for LWW) and then selecting stable. (Alternately just go to http://get.cm/?device=coconut&type=stable)
I just installed Cyanogenmod today and it's fantastic!
Do i need to unlock my bootloader?
Hi,
I've rooted my phone (Sony Ericssion Live With Walkman-WT19i) and right now running stock ICS ROM from sony (build: 4.1.B.0.431). Even Clockworld Mod is installed. I want to install custom rom from cyanogenmod(or any other custom rom).
My question is : Do i really need to unlock my bootloader,coz as I know rooting may void the warranty but unlocking the bootloader will surely void it.
Please tell me the detailed process of installing custom rom step by step (right after the successful rooting and installing CWM process). I woould be thankful if u include both the process(with and without unlocking bootloader,if any).
Thank You Very Much In Advance.
Could You please mail me the steps even to my persoanl mail id [email protected]
sauravsagar said:
Hi,
I've rooted my phone (Sony Ericssion Live With Walkman-WT19i) and right now running stock ICS ROM from sony (build: 4.1.B.0.431). Even Clockworld Mod is installed. I want to install custom rom from cyanogenmod(or any other custom rom).
My question is : Do i really need to unlock my bootloader,coz as I know rooting may void the warranty but unlocking the bootloader will surely void it.
Please tell me the detailed process of installing custom rom step by step (right after the successful rooting and installing CWM process). I woould be thankful if u include both the process(with and without unlocking bootloader,if any).
Thank You Very Much In Advance.
Could You please mail me the steps even to my persoanl mail id [email protected]
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You can't install CM with locked bootloader it requires different kernel.
Yes you need to, for CM!
sauravsagar said:
I want to install custom rom from cyanogenmod(or any other custom rom).
My question is : Do i really need to unlock my bootloader,coz as I know rooting may void the warranty but unlocking the bootloader will surely void it.
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Yes, most custom ROMs need the bootloader to be unlocked(including CyanogenMod). There are two methods to unlock your bootloader - the test point method and the official method. If you're concerned with your warranty(which may already have been voided), use the Test point method described in the FAQ by Someguyfromhell.
And what ^ said.
Please tell me the detailed process of installing custom rom step by step (right after the successful rooting and installing CWM process). I woould be thankful if u include both the process(with and without unlocking bootloader,if any).
Thank You Very Much In Advance.
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If only people read FAQs on forums...
thanx a million
thanks a million for the tutorial
this thing rocks
i do love this rom
and most nice thing it dose support ad-hoc
wathbiknight said:
thanks a million for the tutorial
this thing rocks
i do love this rom
and most nice thing it dose support ad-hoc
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Glad it worked for you! Not to be a thanks-whore, but it's just a click away if I really helped ya!
Cheers!
Might be a foolish question but I flashed some custom firmware on my Samsung Star (not Android) back in the days and only had the English language available instead of the Dutch I wanted.
If I root and install the ROM will everything also be available in English only or will I still be able to use Dutch. Will I lose something?
Another question: If I upgrade to ICS official by Sony trough Sony Bridge on my Mac and ICS is installed on my phone, will I lose data and the root and ROM?
Thanks in advance
zeromusx said:
If I root and install the ROM will everything also be available in English only or will I still be able to use Dutch. Will I lose something?
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That depends on whether the new ROM you're flashing contains a Dutch language pack. Rooting per se will not modify your data or your language. Also note that flashing can erase your internal memory data.(I have no experience with the Star, however I had a Nokia 3500c. Using the official Nokia app, I upgraded my firmware without any data loss. If you will be using the official Samsung app, you should be safe). That said, make it a point to backup your SMSes, contacts, calendars, notes etc.
Another question: If I upgrade to ICS official by Sony trough Sony Bridge on my Mac and ICS is installed on my phone, will I lose data and the root and ROM?
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Will I lose root? Yes, you will most likely lose existing root permissions if you already are rooted.
Will I lose data? Unlikely, using Sony Bridge.
Will I lose ROM? Of course, that's the reason you're upgrading to ICS in the first place, isn't it?
Have a look at the following resources and any other places you'll stumble across.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1253127,
http://www.techcredo.com/android/android-rom-and-rooting-dictionary-all-the-funny-words-explained
Good luck!
Installed Cyanogen Mod 9 in my Live with walkman. So far So good!
rolo143 said:
I just installed Cyanogenmod today and it's fantastic!
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Sir can you show us some screenshots?
thanks again
blackstallion1234 said:
Glad it worked for you! Not to be a thanks-whore, but it's just a click away if I really helped ya!
Cheers!
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my bad
i thought i did click it earlier , but did today
i'll come back for ROM review later
Tutorial. Bootloader unlocked. Install ClockWorkMod, Kernel and ROM
Before Flashing a Custom Kernel. You have to have your bootloader unlocked.
To Unlock Bootloader follow this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874
"This tutorial is for people who just bought a cell phone and want to customize, but afraid to make any modification other than Workshops.
All I'll be teaching procedures have been tested by me (Xperia Live With Walkman Wt19a) remembering that this tutorial can also be applied to other devices on the same line, but the person is aware of everything you're doing.."
Ok So we go to our interest.
It is recommend to have the Pc and Compani SUS for any drivers.
I will describe in steps. "Before you do anything BATTERY MUST BE 100% LOAD"
1º. You need to have CWM "ClockworkMod" To do a FULL BACKUP which TER is EXTREMELY IMPORTANT. If you can not install the CWM, progress is TOTALLY PUT IN YOUR OWN RISK. (OK JA ADVISED THIS).
2º.Download CWM-Install here is the link: http://www.4shared.com/rar/qZQbLbdc/CWM-Install.html?
3º. After completing the download extract to a folder.
4º.1. Run install-cwm '. Cmd
install-cmw1.cmd - Xperia Arc / Neo
install-cmw2.cmd - Xperia Mini / MiniPro / Active / Live With Walkman
2.Enable USB Debugging on device
3.Connect your device using usb data cable
4.Follow on screen instruction
5º. Once that's done you should have already installed the CWM ClockworkMod then we will open it when you boot the phone. (When the phone shine brighter or some flashing LED FINGER TIGHT TO KEEP THE VOLUME DOWN BUTTON AND HOLD briefly) This should open the recovery console CWM.
6º. Now with the volume knob go to Backup / Restore. Hold down the middle button to enter the option. (Choose Backup) just wait a bit and BACKUP YOUR READY NOW IS READY.
7º. Restart the phone.
8º. Now a lot of attention. We will install the kernel. First of all you need to have the drivers installed ADB; So here's the link: http://www.4shared.com/zip/2KEB9taN/Android_ADB_Interface.html
9º. Now plug the phone into fastboot MODE. is vol + and connect usb cable. Blue LED must be connected. Once that's done your computer will start looking for drivers and will not find ... Then Extract the ADB drivers into a Folder and indicate to the drivers downloaded. This should work. If you are having trouble installing the drivers ADB. I recommend you download a program called Driver Identifier. To locate the driver.
10º. Now with the drivers already instaldos We Correctly Download the program called Flash Tools.
11º. Open the program Flash Tools. After clicking on the radius and choose MODE Fastboot. Not FlashBoot NOT CONFUSE. Leave the phone connected in mass storage mode. Now in clice Reboot into fastboot mode (via Fastboot) Note If you want to connect in Manual mode Fastboot can be connected normally.
12º. Now comes the most decisive moment of all :victory: ... You sure which kernel will apply. For if you apply some kernel Wrong at Risk of Damaging the Machine there only using an Advanced Backup has been done to resurrect.
13º. In my case my Mobile Live With WT19 is a Walkman So I will choose the Kernel Kamarush to show in this tutorial. Link to Kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709032
TIP. BEFORE YOU HAVE A ROM A CHOICE IN MEMORY CARD. IN MY CASE TO U.S. USING THE LINK REAL ICS V5 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1707876:laugh:
14º. In the Flash Tools Click Select Kernel to Flash. Go up the file you Kernel for Low LWW Live With Walkman. Once you have the absolute certainty that the Kernel is right ok just take two clicks and it already in the kernel will install automatic a process is really fast.
15º. Now when the phone started so get in CWM.
16º. Now you need to do a reset FULL. First MAKE TO DO a FACTORY RESET AFTER A WIPE CACHE PARTITION. GO TO ADVANCED TO CHOOSE AND WIPE Dalvik CACHE.
17º. Then come back and go to install zip from sdcard. Choose choose zip from sdcard.
18º. Now go to the folder that has the ROM. done so just follow the installation procedures is an aroma "Do not clear it does not change anything already WT19 is defined as the first. Do not change anything in the options wipe.
19º. Done it now when you return to the CWM modules you need to install the WIFI to work. Link http://www.4shared.com/zip/c3qIfOdP/new_wifi_modules.html?
Installing is the same as the ROM.
20 °. Once that's done just restart your phone and you're ready. Easy Bad is not the only the beginning you have to install the drivers and ADB CWM for even those who do not have.
THIS IS OPTIONAL.
Fix Accelerometer "ICS" http://www.4shared.com/zip/w82KRrKc/Fix_Accelerometer_LWW.html?
To leave after boot a little faster. http://www.4shared.com/zip/zEQNj-ek/SlaidyBoost-B1_SGS_By_Slaid480.html?
Thema Bacana.
http://www.4shared.com/zip/L0cpG0-V/Themes.html?
Done.
After all that, you leave a thank you.
My Device. [email protected] ICS v5
Kernel: Kamarush.
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Thanks to all staff of the XDA tutorial that contributes to my being.
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Some add-ons.
To make more custom than it already is....
Notification Bar Transparent icons and more personalized
Apply the first modification; NEW Nice_Notification_Toggles_For_ICS.zip. http://www.mediafire.com/?awjo5isfkb9nmpi
Then disconnect and reconnect the device again in order CWM.
After applying the Second Amendment, with Transparent statusbar toggles.zip http://www.mediafire.com/?h8b64idzy556xd3
Always remember to have backup. causo act done to a problem.
If you're in trouble then refer to our friend who has provided such work
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1690037
am I completely blind or there really isn't any disclaimer that you have to unlock your bootloader to flash custom kernels?
can you play deatrigger n real ics
Thanks For the reply.
najodleglejszy said:
am I completely blind or there really isn't any disclaimer that you have to unlock your bootloader to flash custom kernels?
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I did not add unlocking the bootloader I have not found necessary. Because there are already Topics unlock your bootloader. If you think I need a Tutorial Add active before Unlock this Topic. I do
No Problem for Games
trantiena10 said:
can you play deatrigger n real ics
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i'm play deadtrigger.
Perfect runs very smooth and no lag. Add active you need a little overclocking can leave with 1600 Max and 1000 Min. From to play hard and not spend so much battery. Optimal Real ICS ROM V5.1. With some Fix
Thanks for this tutorial!
God, i remember when i didn't flash kernel and when i had to do all this **** to be root and have CWM...
sounds good tht TUT
eltonpestana said:
I did not add unlocking the bootloader I have not found necessary. Because there are already Topics unlock your bootloader. If you think I need a Tutorial Add active before Unlock this Topic. I do
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no need to put the full tutorial, you could just write that before flashing a custom kernel you have to have your bootloader unlocked, and paste the link to this topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874
najodleglejszy said:
no need to put the full tutorial, you could just write that before flashing a custom kernel you have to have your bootloader unlocked, and paste the link to this topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874
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Thanks for the tip
excuse me,i just bought this phone.i want to do everything i did to my previous xperia:X8.Xperia X8 had a manufacture date problem
does this phone have it too?what is the danger zone?does it exist?
at x8 11w28 or older is hard brick.can this phone be 100% secure unlocked?or is there any risk?please.
shadik555 said:
excuse me,i just bought this phone.i want to do everything i did to my previous xperia:X8.Xperia X8 had a manufacture date problem
does this phone have it too?what is the danger zone?does it exist?
at x8 11w28 or older is hard brick.can this phone be 100% secure unlocked?or is there any risk?please.
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I have not tested the method of test point, but it seems safe. If the person does not want to risk connecting something wrong. You can try to follow in the footsteps of Sony http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ according to your model. In my point of view I prefer methadone plus Sony's command in Ms Dos. Regarding the problem of manufacturing data can rest assured that no problems have at least the Sony because methadone is a specific code. Now as to the test point can not guarantee. In my view these quiet line Xperia handsets are very strong. These devices are actually very good.
eltonpestana said:
I have not tested the method of test point, but it seems safe. If the person does not want to risk connecting something wrong. You can try to follow in the footsteps of Sony http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ according to your model. In my point of view I prefer methadone plus Sony's command in Ms Dos. Regarding the problem of manufacturing data can rest assured that no problems have at least the Sony because methadone is a specific code. Now as to the test point can not guarantee. In my view these quiet line Xperia handsets are very strong. These devices are actually very good.
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but that way they will know i unlocked my bl and my warranty will be torn.because they know my phones IMEI.they report that to the centers and they know my phone doesnt have warranty even tho i relocked,stock kernel,stock rom,no root
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and i saw on other thread that i must downgrade to gb to root the phone.is it true?
shadik555 said:
but that way they will know i unlocked my bl and my warranty will be torn.because they know my phones IMEI.they report that to the centers and they know my phone doesnt have warranty even tho i relocked,stock kernel,stock rom,no root
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and i saw on other thread that i must downgrade to gb to root the phone.is it true?
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Yes, you can't root your device on ICS directly, you have to downgrade if you don't want to unlock your bootloader. Everything is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695514
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shadik555 said:
excuse me,i just bought this phone.i want to do everything i did to my previous xperia:X8.Xperia X8 had a manufacture date problem
does this phone have it too?what is the danger zone?does it exist?
at x8 11w28 or older is hard brick.can this phone be 100% secure unlocked?or is there any risk?please.
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managed to do what you wished?
real ICS on locked bootloader?
hi all,
my device- sony ericsson wt19i LWW
OS- ICS 4.0.4
build no.- 0.431
root- yes
bootloader- locked.
Is it necessary to unlock bootloader to install CWM?????:silly:
I just want to know If I can install real ICS rom on my fone?
if yes,should I must install some kernel before???
Please help me with this !!!!!
very nice tut tnx! :good:
cool
tany with walkman said:
hi all,
my device- sony ericsson wt19i LWW
OS- ICS 4.0.4
build no.- 0.431
root- yes
bootloader- locked.
Is it necessary to unlock bootloader to install CWM?????:silly:
I just want to know If I can install real ICS rom on my fone?
if yes,should I must install some kernel before???
Please help me with this !!!!!
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No need to unlock the bootloader to install CWM. However you will not get to modify your kernel. Cause to modify kernel you must have unlocked Bootloader. Installs CWM puts your phone in Debug mode and apply the. Bat according to your device model http://www.4shared.com/rar/qZQbLbdc/CWM-Install.html?
The next step you will have CWM.
Now you want to unlock your bootloader? you must use the means of unlocking the Sony the best way http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
After unlocking your bootloader. Then everything gets easier. Despois to unlock your bootloader. When you apply the Kernel it will come with CWM already built there then just do a full wipe and then apply the ROM to taste.
update the links above plsss... i want to install custom rom like Real Ics..but i'm not sure what kind of kerner it would fit in my LWW WT19i..can you post the link of the kerner ang Real ICS here so that i can install custom rom..thnx!
Great Tutorial, mate :good:
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tsunamixtreme said:
update the links above plsss... i want to install custom rom like Real Ics..but i'm not sure what kind of kerner it would fit in my LWW WT19i..can you post the link of the kerner ang Real ICS here so that i can install custom rom..thnx!
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Maybe this would help you, mate
All Roms and Kernels Sorted & Updated: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1887855
--->Real ICS
*Real ICS r5.2: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1707876
*Real ICS Lite r4: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1739569
--->Kernels
*MESA: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1715679
*KRsH: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709032
*KernelPanic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1861905
*Rage: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1398910 (Both GB & ICS)