Hello everybody!
Recently bought a xperia Neo V and would like to install custom roms on it and kernels,
however I can not put the device in fastboot mode mode to flash the kernel.
Have rooted the device, installed the CWM and the unlocked bootloader by testpoint method.
According researched, to enter the fastboot mode should hold the menu button and insert the USB cable
but when I do that the phone turns on a red light and charging symbol appears. the device goes into flash mode (green LED) and has usually managed to install custom roms but not kernel.
My phone is SIM unlocked.
I appreciate all the help available ...
Sorry for my poor english...
eneiasbass said:
Hello everybody!
Recently bought a xperia Neo V and would like to install custom roms on it and kernels,
however I can not put the device in fastboot mode mode to flash the kernel.
Have rooted the device, installed the CWM and the unlocked bootloader by testpoint method.
According researched, to enter the fastboot mode should hold the menu button and insert the USB cable
but when I do that the phone turns on a red light and charging symbol appears. the device goes into flash mode (green LED) and has usually managed to install custom roms but not kernel.
My phone is SIM unlocked.
I appreciate all the help available ...
Sorry for my poor english...
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If your phone is sim locked you cannot enter in fastboot because it is also locked.
You have to unlock the phone (search for SE Tool or Omnius) and then you'll be able to enter into fastboot mode.
Regards
JohnnyCarlos said:
If your phone is sim locked you cannot enter in fastboot because it is also locked.
You have to unlock the phone (search for SE Tool or Omnius) and then you'll be able to enter into fastboot mode.
Regards
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My phone is sim unlocked.
I hope you are pressing menu key not home key...
it happends with many peoples including me..
F.A.I.S.A.L said:
I hope you are pressing menu key not home key...
it happends with many peoples including me..
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No, I didn't do this...
I'm not press home key.
Can anyone help me?
I have unlocked SIM and BL.
If i flash a generic rom unbranded(official),
can i put device in fastboot mode?
Or no.
poor english.... hehehehehe
Type *#*#7378423#*#* if rooting status =yes then you should have fastboot, power off the phone hold menu and connect to pc led should be blue, if not try reinstalling the drivers. Tbh flashtool handles fastboot too, I don't know why less experienced people don't just use that, you can't make a mistake with the commands and it solves the driver issues.,
mpiekp said:
Type *#*#7378423#*#* if rooting status =yes then you should have fastboot, power off the phone hold menu and connect to pc led should be blue, if not try reinstalling the drivers. Tbh flashtool handles fastboot too, I don't know why less experienced people don't just use that, you can't make a mistake with the commands and it solves the driver issues.,
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Serviço info> configuration> Rooting status= no
but unlock testpoint mode. any solution?
Yes pay to use setool or omnius the stickies cover this
mpiekp said:
Yes pay to use setool or omnius the stickies cover this
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Does someone do this?
How mutch?
About 15€ pm user jinx13 OR google omnius server
Couldnt unlock the bootloader #Neov
mpiekp said:
Type *#*#7378423#*#* if rooting status =yes then you should have fastboot, power off the phone hold menu and connect to pc led should be blue, if not try reinstalling the drivers. Tbh flashtool handles fastboot too, I don't know why less experienced people don't just use that, you can't make a mistake with the commands and it solves the driver issues.,
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Hi,
Your info was really helpful, i am trying to root my xperia neov. to begin with, i am trying to unlock the bootloader.
i am following the instruction given in sony website
(unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions)
i m following this step by step , i reached till step 12 without any issues, When i connect the cable by holding the menu, the blue light stays on.
but i have no clue about the next step as i dont get any popup on my computer when i connect my phone. please need some help
Make sure that you have fastboot drivers installed in your system!
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using Tapatalk 2
Same problem
Same problem in my arc s also
gokul2012 said:
Hi,
Your info was really helpful, i am trying to root my xperia neov. to begin with, i am trying to unlock the bootloader.
i am following the instruction given in sony website
(unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions)
i m following this step by step , i reached till step 12 without any issues, When i connect the cable by holding the menu, the blue light stays on.
but i have no clue about the next step as i dont get any popup on my computer when i connect my phone. please need some help
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There are many threads that walk you through setting up fastboot, or if you in a hurry or too lazy to search use the fastboot toolbox included in flashtool.
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using xda premium
F.A.I.S.A.L said:
I hope you are pressing menu key not home key...
it happends with many peoples including me..
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I'm facing the same issue. Thanks for the info...i've been pressing home key.
I was reinstalling SDK, drivers blah blah...i was doing this stuff for the past 3 days. went in sleepless nights.....huh...
Neo V Not entering into FastBoot
HI,
I have Sony Ericsson xperia Neo (MT11i 11W41). Couple of days before I received online update. I accepted, and downloading and installation started.
After that my mobile gone sleep mode. NO LCD Display not charging indication. Green led flashes on mobile charging, and orange 3 flashes on Power up.
I spent lot of time on net but could not find solution to power up my mobile. I did many firmware through flash tool, Zero point and S1 Tool But no solution.
Even I tried Emma, it displayed all information and shows “Phone is locked”.
Any help to solve this issue?
Related
THREAD OVERVIEW
Post 1 : ROMS FOR XPERIA MINI
Post 2 : ROMS FOR XPERIA MINI PRO
Post 3 : ROMS FOR XPERIA LIVE WITH WALKMAN
Post 4 : ROMS FOR XPERIA ACTIVE
Post 5 : COMMON ROMS
Post 5 : CUSTOM KERNEL
Post 6 : BRICKIG AND SOLUTION
Post 7 : CUSTOMIZATION
NOTE :
you can port any rom from other devices because XMP, XM and LWW brothers. and that is why we are in theard the same. porting means just, replace a few files. So you can do it Replace the hw_config, sensors.conf, copy smultron touch hex firmware file /etc_firmware/ and DELETE mango hex's, and edit the build prop /just replace all sk17 and mango or mini pro lines/. And this is all. Flash the mini kernel and install the rom.but for XMP, you must replace the "usr" to the physical keyboard and some file for the adjustment.
thanks to kamarush
BEFORE WE START THERE ARE SOME REQUIRMENTS TO FLASH A ROM AND KERNEL SUCH AS..
{1}.YOUR Bootloader MUST BE unlocked.I THINK 80% OF ROM NEEDS UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER..WITHOUT IT YOU CANT FLASH CUSTOM ROM...
THERE ARE TWO WAYS OR METHODS OF UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER...
(1).OFFICIAL WAY:http://unlockbootloader.sonyericsson.com/
(2).TEST POINT METHOD:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285285
YOU WILL VOID YOUR WARRENTY IF YOU UNLOCK YOUR BOOTLOADER...
....YOU CAN FIND MORE INFORMATION ABOUT UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER ON ABOVE LINKS....
{2}.YOU MUST BE ROOTED AND HAVE CMW(ClockWorkMode) INSTALL ON YOUR PHONE
HOW TO FLASH CMW IS GIVEN HERE:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1345741
BEST WAY TO HAVE ROOT AND CMW IS TO FLASH CUSTOM KERNEL.
IF YOU HAVE ABOVE THINGS THEN YOU ARE READY TO GO...
...TO FLASH CUSTOM KARNEL YOU WILL NEED FLASTOOL:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351309....
POST 1
ROMS FOR XPERIA MINI
1.MiniCMSandwich AOSP Android 4.0.3 RC2:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1434001
2.Flush78_v6S:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1423058
3.Clean 'n' Tweaked - v4.1:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1417621
4.ST15i (Mini) 4.0.2.A.0.62:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1439293
POST 2
ROMS FOR XPERIA MINI PRO
1.NeroDroid ROM v5:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1458963
2.Lewa OS:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1462678
3.SK17i (Mini Pro) 4.0.2.A.0.62:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1439298
POST 3
ROMS FOR XPERIA LIVE WITH WALKMAN
1.XROM™ v1.4:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538083
2.WT19i (Live with Walkman) 4.0.2.A.0.62:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1439311
3.MIUIv4 beta 2 build 2:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1490166
4.[IPHONE-STYLE]Joy os:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1540755
POST 4
ROMS FOR XPERIA ACTIVE
1.Spartan Rom V1.8.5:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1375991
2.ST17i (Active) 4.0.2.A.0.42:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1310292
POST 5
COMMON ROMS
1.CM7.2.0-FXP114:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1226715
2.CM9.0-FXP114:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1445821
3.HYBROM v16:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1373435
4.MIUIv4 2.3.16:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1554996
5.Xperia UXP NXT:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1520456
6.ExMIUIv4 2.3.30-r1:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1578109
7.MiniCMSandwich AOSP Android 4.0.4 RC3:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1434001
POST 6
CUSTOM KERNEL
1.[Mini/MiniPro/LiveWithWalkman/Active] Rage Kernel v2.6:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1398910
2.KRsH Kernel v3.0 (MiniPro):http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1349630
3.[Mini/MiniPro/LiveWithWalkman/Active] X kernel 2.6.32.58 ZRAM:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1451150
4.NeroDroid Kernel(FOR NERODROID ROM):http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1458963
5.b KERNELS(FOR SK17i-ST15i-WT19i):http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1440161
6.KRsH Kernel v3.0 (Mini):http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351709
POST 6
BRICKIG AND SOLUTION
...I BRICK MY XPERIA MINI TWISE AND I MANAGE TO SOLVE IT..I AM ADDING THIS POST BEACAUSE I KNOW HOW IT FEELS WHEN YOUR MOBILE BRICKED..
{1}.IF YOU HAVE UNLOCK BOOTLOADER AND YOU ACCIDENTALLY RECEIVE FOTA THEN YOUR XPERIA WILL NOT START IT WILL JUST VIBRATE.
FOR SOLUTION GO HERE:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358..
{2}.IF YOU ACCIDENTALLY FLASH ANOTHER MODELS ROM ON YOUR PHONE..AND IF YOUR TOUCHSCREEN DOES NOT WORK
THEN GO HERE FOR SOLUTION:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1423562
{3}.NEXT TIME WHEN I BRICK MY MOBILE AND I ABLE TO FIND SOLUTION THEN I WILL POST HERE...
POST 7
CUSTOMIZATION
I AM ADDING THIS POST FOR THOSE WHO DONT WANT TO UNLOCK BOOTLOADER..
THAT MEANS TO CUSTOMIZE YOUR XPERIA YOU DONT NEED TO UNLOCK BOOTLOADER..
BUT YOU WILL NEED ROOT ACCESS AND CMW INSTALL ON YOUR MOBILE..
FOR THOSE WHO WANTS CMW WITH LOCK BOOTLOADER GO HERE:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1437840
THERE ARE PLENTY THREAD BUT I AM ADDING SOME OF THEM..REST YOU CAN CHECK IT OUT BY YOURSELF..
SO LETS GET STARTED..
1.Customizable Quickpanel, Flashlight toggle:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1306044
2.Xperia S v1.7:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1503570
3.IceCream Sandwich Xperia V4.0:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1453698
4.SE Mix ICS v4:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1482244
5.All In One-Live/Mini/Mini Pro/Active:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1404786
6.HTC Sense Theme:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1546345
If there is anything that I missed please send me a PM to have it added. Please provide a link in the PM, thanks.
If I helped you in anyway, please say thanks!
You should also post links to the stock kernels for the latest f/w's..... ;-)
amey2606 said:
you should also post links to the stock kernels for the latest f/w's..... ;-)
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your request has been granted..
thanks but i need help......
a few days ago i'v accidentaly press Repair TA in Octopus SE 1.0.9 when my wt19i was connected in flash mode (the green light mode)
after that my phone starts normaly but i can't put my phone in flash mode any more
what does repair TA do to my phone
and who can i fix it
i'v a Thread here but not solved
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1466492
((( When I try to enter the download mode (green light), nothing happens
And by turning off the phone and then remove the battery for thirty seconds and then hold down the button on the vol - and while it put the cable to the phone
This way I follow you since the first use of the phone and they are successful and you use the flash tool to update the phone with ease
However, this method no longer working, and when applied to the phone continues to take off the battery charging status
I have experience on another computer and another cable but without the benefit of
even fastboot mode
but i can enter fastboot mode via flash tool 5 )))
Sony Ericsson PC Companion updated my phone three days ago to 62 stock room
but still cant enter flash mode
Is there any solution ......
note:
about the original TA file
i'v followed the path :
C:\Program Files (x86)\GsmServer\Octopus_SE\BACKUP
and found a file there :
WT19i_35850804005723_27-01-2012_01-36-04.TA
this is the original TA
now how to write it to my phone to restore (vol- & vol+ function)
ramezzidane said:
thanks but i need help......
a few days ago i'v accidentaly press Repair TA in Octopus SE 1.0.9 when my wt19i was connected in flash mode (the green light mode)
after that my phone starts normaly but i can't put my phone in flash mode any more
what does repair TA do to my phone
and who can i fix it
i'v a Thread here but not solved
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1466492
((( When I try to enter the download mode (green light), nothing happens
And by turning off the phone and then remove the battery for thirty seconds and then hold down the button on the vol - and while it put the cable to the phone
This way I follow you since the first use of the phone and they are successful and you use the flash tool to update the phone with ease
However, this method no longer working, and when applied to the phone continues to take off the battery charging status
I have experience on another computer and another cable but without the benefit of
even fastboot mode
but i can enter fastboot mode via flash tool 5 )))
Sony Ericsson PC Companion updated my phone three days ago to 62 stock room
but still cant enter flash mode
Is there any solution ......
note:
about the original TA file
i'v followed the path :
C:\Program Files (x86)\GsmServer\Octopus_SE\BACKUP
and found a file there :
WT19i_35850804005723_27-01-2012_01-36-04.TA
this is the original TA
now how to write it to my phone to restore (vol- & vol+ function)
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are you having problem in flash mode and fastboot mod???that you are not able to access both mod..
akshay13071990 said:
are you having problem in flash mode and fastboot mod???that you are not able to access both mod..
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exactly
i used to enter flash mode and flash generic roms
even fastboot mode
but i can enter fastboot mode now via flash tool 5 (fastboot via adb)
any help
ramezzidane said:
exactly
i used to enter flash mode and flash generic roms
even fastboot mode
but i can enter fastboot mode now via flash tool 5 (fastboot via adb)
any help
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use Flashtool version 0.6.7...open flashtool connect your mobile via usb..check unknown source and usb debugging are on..you have to be in MSC mode instead of MTP mode to get into fastboot mode or flash mod..now to get into fastboot mod click on flash on flashtool 6.7..then there will two mode flashmod and fastboot mod..in flashboot you can flash tft files..and fastboot mode is to flash custom kernel..in fastboot mod just click on reboot into fastboot mode(via adb)..then your device will boot ino fastboot mode..then if you want to flash kernel then click on select kernel to flash..after flashing click on reboot device into system..if your device doesnt boot in to fastboot mode then check weather adb drivers are install or not..
akshay13071990 said:
use Flashtool version 0.6.7...open flashtool connect your mobile via usb..check unknown source and usb debugging are on..you have to be in MSC mode instead of MTP mode to get into fastboot mode or flash mod..now to get into fastboot mod click on flash on flashtool 6.7..then there will two mode flashmod and fastboot mod..in flashboot you can flash tft files..and fastboot mode is to flash custom kernel..in fastboot mod just click on reboot into fastboot mode(via adb)..then your device will boot ino fastboot mode..then if you want to flash kernel then click on select kernel to flash..after flashing click on reboot device into system..if your device doesnt boot in to fastboot mode then check weather adb drivers are install or not..
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sorry man but maybe you haven't read my original post.....any way and for short
i have strange problem
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mM8wTDuzBPk&feature=youtu.be
turn off the phone
then vol-
then i but the usb cable
nothing happend and continue to charging mode and a photo of battery
i'v flashed my phone serveral times and using flashtool normaly
so i know whats im doing and doing it in the right way
ramezzidane said:
sorry man but maybe you haven't read my original post.....any way and for short
i have strange problem
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mM8wTDuzBPk&feature=youtu.be
turn off the phone
then vol-
then i but the usb cable
nothing happend and continue to charging mode and a photo of battery
i'v flashed my phone serveral times and using flashtool normaly
so i know whats im doing and doing it in the right way
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sorry dude i have tell you what i know..i cant help you..
i hope you will solve your problem in future..
try to go to service center and tell them your problem...
ramezzidane said:
thanks but i need help......
a few days ago i'v accidentaly press Repair TA in Octopus SE 1.0.9 when my wt19i was connected in flash mode (the green light mode)
after that my phone starts normaly but i can't put my phone in flash mode any more
what does repair TA do to my phone
and who can i fix it
i'v a Thread here but not solved
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1466492
((( When I try to enter the download mode (green light), nothing happens
And by turning off the phone and then remove the battery for thirty seconds and then hold down the button on the vol - and while it put the cable to the phone
This way I follow you since the first use of the phone and they are successful and you use the flash tool to update the phone with ease
However, this method no longer working, and when applied to the phone continues to take off the battery charging status
I have experience on another computer and another cable but without the benefit of
even fastboot mode
but i can enter fastboot mode via flash tool 5 )))
Sony Ericsson PC Companion updated my phone three days ago to 62 stock room
but still cant enter flash mode
Is there any solution ......
note:
about the original TA file
i'v followed the path :
C:\Program Files (x86)\GsmServer\Octopus_SE\BACKUP
and found a file there :
WT19i_35850804005723_27-01-2012_01-36-04.TA
this is the original TA
now how to write it to my phone to restore (vol- & vol+ function)
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TA stands for TrimArea.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126358
Ask Bin4ry about it..
He knows better.....
nice thread akshay keep it up
metalrawk said:
nice thread akshay keep it up
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thanks..
thanks any way
ramezzidane said:
thanks but i need help......
a few days ago i'v accidentaly press Repair TA in Octopus SE 1.0.9 when my wt19i was connected in flash mode (the green light mode)
after that my phone starts normaly but i can't put my phone in flash mode any more
what does repair TA do to my phone
and who can i fix it
i'v a Thread here but not solved
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1466492
((( When I try to enter the download mode (green light), nothing happens
And by turning off the phone and then remove the battery for thirty seconds and then hold down the button on the vol - and while it put the cable to the phone
This way I follow you since the first use of the phone and they are successful and you use the flash tool to update the phone with ease
However, this method no longer working, and when applied to the phone continues to take off the battery charging status
I have experience on another computer and another cable but without the benefit of
even fastboot mode
but i can enter fastboot mode via flash tool 5 )))
Sony Ericsson PC Companion updated my phone three days ago to 62 stock room
but still cant enter flash mode
Is there any solution ......
note:
about the original TA file
i'v followed the path :
C:\Program Files (x86)\GsmServer\Octopus_SE\BACKUP
and found a file there :
WT19i_35850804005723_27-01-2012_01-36-04.TA
this is the original TA
now how to write it to my phone to restore (vol- & vol+ function)
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thank god i finally solve it by huge trick
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22427634&postcount=53
ramezzidane said:
thank god i finally solve it by huge trick
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22427634&postcount=53
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that is a great news..and best of luck with your new born live with walkman
akshay13071990 said:
that is a great news..and best of luck with your new born live with walkman
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thanks dude
akshay13071990 said:
THREAD OVERVIEW
I THINK 80% OF ROM NEEDS UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER..WITHOUT IT YOU CANT FLASH CUSTOM ROM...
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Witch rom Can I flash with locked bootloader then?
piotrasss87 said:
Witch rom Can I flash with locked bootloader then?
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Just stock rom, no more.
Sent from my SK17i using xda premium
piotrasss87 said:
Witch rom Can I flash with locked bootloader then?
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all in one:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1404786
this is a kind of a rom..it changes all things..but dont have any script..but you can try rom toolbox pro from android market it has many features like sd card read speed font change,boot animation change..to do all this you need only root and cmw install...without unlocking bootloader...isnt it great.so if you want then try it..
I already mod my sk17i this way,only thoud there is something else I can do with it.Thanks any way.
I am assuming your phone can be bootloader unlocked and you have unlocking key from sony.
If you don't know then refer to this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
WARNING: IT WILL WIPE YOUR PHONE DATA SO MAKE BACKUP
1. Install Flashboot and Fastboot drivers of Flashtool (setup file will be on C:\Flashtool\drivers or similar place).
2. Turn on your phone, and connect with usb debugging on.
3. Go to Plugins-> Bootloader Unlock option, start it.
4. Now it will ask to disconnect your phone and reboot in FLASHMODE.
5. Again reboot your phone in FASTBOOT mode.
6. It will show a window with your IMEI number, insert your unlock key and click "unlock".
7. The device will reboot and you are done!
FLASHMODE
You can get into flashmode by pressing specific hardware key and connecting phone to pc via USB.
It will glow GREEN LIGHT on led if done correctly.
Hardware key-
Back Button (X8, X10, X10 mini, X10 mini pro, Play, Arc, Arc S, Neo, Neo V, Pro)
Volume Down Button (Xperia U,P,S,Sola)
FASTBOOT Mode
You get into fastboot mode by turning off your phone, then pressing the fastboot mode key button, and connecting the USB to your phone. Done correctly and you should see a BLUE LIGHT on the power button.
Hardware key-
Menu Botton (Xperia Arc, Arc S, Neo, Neo V, Pro)
Volume Up Botton (Xperia U,P,S,Sola)
Should the phone be turned off in flashmode??
karimkahale said:
Should the phone be turned off in flashmode??
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yes, turn off your phone then connect USB while pressing specific key.
same applies for fastboot method
When I am installing drivers, I am getting "don't install or install anyway", I choose install anyway but the same window comes up again. Should my phone be turned on, off or in flashmode or something?
karimkahale said:
When I am installing drivers, I am getting "don't install or install anyway", I choose install anyway but the same window comes up again. Should my phone be turned on, off or in flashmode or something?
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it asked me 3-4 times and i chose "install anyway", and phone doesn't need to be connected while installing drivers.
I got an error in last step : Failed (remote: oem unlock failed ). This happened to me too when i used the official way to unlock my sony xperia p. Can someone help?
karimkahale said:
I got an error in last step : Failed (remote: oem unlock failed ). This happened to me too when i used the official way to unlock my sony xperia p. Can someone help?
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did u check that your device can be unlocked or not?
Yes I checked, it can be unlocked
If you have installed Flashtools and its drivers correct you shouldn't get any driver prompts when plugging the phone in
Assuming you did a default install browse to C:\Flashtool\drivers and execute the drivers file. Make sure you select the drivers for you phone ie "Xperia U" and scroll to the bottom of the list and select Flashboot and Fastboot drivers. From what I have seen so far most people are not installing these 3 drivers.
karimkahale: I would go back to the Sony website and get your unlock code again. Maybe you entered some wrong details...
Please help me out,
when I am trying to install fastboot drivers from flashtools drivers folder, I am getting an error saying driver installation failed.
My os is windows 8 pro 64bit..My phone Xperia U (ICS)
What should I do.
Utkarsh-ezzo said:
Please help me out,
when I am trying to install fastboot drivers from flashtools drivers folder, I am getting an error saying driver installation failed.
My os is windows 8 pro 64bit..My phone Xperia U (ICS)
What should I do.
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Trouble shoot compatibility
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Rajul said:
Trouble shoot compatibility
Sent from my ST25i using Tapatalk 2
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Successfully installed Fastboot driver on windows 8 (Used Advance Startup for installing unsigned drivers)through Flashtools and also unlocked bootloader..
Accidently lost all data as unlocking bootloader wipes data...forgot to take a backup but m happy.
Thank you for this tutorial mate!
It's better if we can get unlock key from flashtool
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Thanks a million, but would my warranty be void immediately after I unlock the bootloader, what's the regulation about this matter, I'd like to keep my warranty.
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If i relocked the boot loader the warranty wouldn't be void, right?
Not quite;
It all depends on your repairman...
The standard, though, is, that the warranty is valid if the guys at the repair center can flash a stock ROM (.ftf) onto the phone. Some phones can do this without their bootloader being locked, but some can't do this after their bootloaders are unlocked, even if they are locked back afterwards...
Now, I have a question:
I'm having the same error as karimkahale...
Whatever I do, I get that stupid error, and not even Sony can help me (their support team (that needs a week to reply to a simple e-mail) said that thy don't know how to help)...!
Thanks a lot for the guide, it was really helpful!
Cheers!
Relock the Bootloader
Can we relock the boot loader using flash tool???
rachinda said:
Can we relock the boot loader using flash tool???
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You have to, actually....
To relock, you need to flash a ftf file via FlashTool...
Help me I can't seem to choose unlock bootloader from the plugin button?
hi I cannot access flashboot mode with back button. (button works) I try with flashtool, sony pc comanion, s1tool but no reaction on back button. s1tool shows this error "The system can not find file specified".
can anyone help ????
I unlock bootloader and lost network operator signal.
pin+puk combination doesn't help
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to relock bootloader with s1tool , i need to enter flashboot mode. so i am stuck.
i'm using stok kernel whis cm7
phone xperia x10 mini pro u20i
thanks for help
bachosh said:
hi I cannot access flashboot mode with back button. (button works) I try with flashtool, sony pc comanion, s1tool but no reaction on back button. s1tool shows this error "The system can not find file specified".
can anyone help ????
I unlock bootloader and lost network operator signal.
pin+puk combination doesn't help
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to relock bootloader with s1tool , i need to enter flashboot mode. so i am stuck.
i'm using stok kernel whis cm7
phone xperia x10 mini pro u20i
thanks for help
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Connect your phone to the pc with your usb-cable
When s!tool asks you to enter flash-mode, press home and power buttons at the same time. As soon as the screen turns black (backlight off) release those two and press the back-button. Failing that, take out your battery for a minute or so and then try again.
SmG67 said:
Connect your phone to the pc with your usb-cable
When s!tool asks you to enter flash-mode, press home and power buttons at the same time. As soon as the screen turns black (backlight off) release those two and press the back-button. Failing that, take out your battery for a minute or so and then try again.
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same problem. i also try reboot manager apl no reaction. is it posible to restore bootloader without flashboot mode?
bachosh said:
same problem. i also try reboot manager apl no reaction. is it posible to restore bootloader without flashboot mode?
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No, flashmode is necessary for bootloader and kernel operations, there is no other way. Nothing you can do to your phone will disable that, apart from a broken back-button or a broken usb-port. If taking out the battery didn't help i'm not quite sure what you should try.
SmG67 said:
No, flashmode is necessary for bootloader and kernel operations, there is no other way. Nothing you can do to your phone will disable that, apart from a broken back-button or a broken usb-port. If taking out the battery didn't help i'm not quite sure what you should try.
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can cwm recowery mode help? there is multiboot option but i dont know how to use it
bachosh said:
can cwm recowery mode help? there is multiboot option but i dont know how to use it
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Nope, you will need flashmode to relock the bootloader. Apparently it was avaiable for you to unlock the bootloader, so i'm not sure why you can't access it now.
SmG67 said:
Nope, you will need flashmode to relock the bootloader. Apparently it was avaiable for you to unlock the bootloader, so i'm not sure why you can't access it now.
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I just run exe file msm7227_semc (s1tool folder) without flashboot mode. after that my sim card was locked.
bachosh said:
I just run exe file msm7227_semc (s1tool folder) without flashboot mode. after that my sim card was locked.
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I found solution !!!
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turn off phone . press camera button and connect to pc . it will instal some semc usb drivers. then restart PC.
congrads falshboot mode is avaible :fingers-crossed:
Hi Dev's,
verified the bootloader can be unlocked via *#*#7378423#*#*
installed the fastboot, flashmode & sony xperia z ultra drivers from the flashtool 0.9.18.2 installer (flashtool.net)
on windows 8.1 with deactivated driver compatibility check.
Now i've tried all 3 methods to enter into fastboot mode from here
(theandroidsoul.com/sony-xperia-z-ultra-fastboot-mode)
via volume up + usb in, adb & quick boot reboot (even if the device is not rooted at the moment)
, but no success. The device always starts into flashmode, and this is the only state being recognized by the flashtool in windows. All hardware keys are working fine.
Any more ideas how to enter fastboot? I am really stucked at the moment.
Thank you!
what does it do on vol down and usb in?
You are doing this from a powered off state?
Hi,
I really tried every method and button combination. it is just the same as in this thread I found later.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2716418
Seems like the fastboot mode is being hardware locked or something.
I return the device tomorrow, and check a new one (if I get) with android 4.2 stock Rom.
xeedi said:
Hi,
I really tried every method and button combination. it is just the same as in this thread I found later.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2716418
Seems like the fastboot mode is being hardware locked or something.
I return the device tomorrow, and check a new one (if I get) with android 4.2 stock Rom.
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Don't forget to re-lock the bootloader!
Hi
I have the same problem as you can see any of the answers to help you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...ice-s1boot-t2890421/post55779447#post55779447
But I still can not run fastbott.
I hope this might help, idk about vol+ goes into flashmode, but have u tried to unplug and replug it?
just wondering
xeedi said:
Hi Dev's,
verified the bootloader can be unlocked via *#*#7378423#*#*
installed the fastboot, flashmode & sony xperia z ultra drivers from the flashtool 0.9.18.2 installer (flashtool.net)
on windows 8.1 with deactivated driver compatibility check.
Now i've tried all 3 methods to enter into fastboot mode from here
(theandroidsoul.com/sony-xperia-z-ultra-fastboot-mode)
via volume up + usb in, adb & quick boot reboot (even if the device is not rooted at the moment)
, but no success. The device always starts into flashmode, and this is the only state being recognized by the flashtool in windows. All hardware keys are working fine.
Any more ideas how to enter fastboot? I am really stucked at the moment.
Thank you!
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I had this same problem some months ago .Never saw a way around it . Since the phone was still like 1 month old I had to return it to sony and got a new one !
Lots of guys helped but was no way to get it working , even had to borrow 2 different laptops to try it
Hi - have been searching these forums for days now but cant find a solution.
I am OK at flashing etc but am stuck now. Phone is stuck at Sony logo and won't go any further.
Phone is an Xperia M4 (E2303) and the bootloader is locked - have tried unlocking it but get 'Failed - command not allowed' so i'm guessing it is not unlockable!
I can't get into recovery (nothing happens when i try) and cant get into FlashMode either. I plug usb into phone while holding the volume down key. I CAN get into Fastboot mode which seems to work fine and is recognized ok by PC - drivers all installed ok.
Is there a way of flashing an FTF using Fastboot rather than Flashmode? or even installing any recovery. I have 32 and 64-bit Flashtool installed, i have FTF files and i have EMMA.
Can anyone help please? I would be very grateful - many thanks - ian
With bootloader locker you won't be able to flash anything. I had the same problem.
Desperately, my friend thought it was a good idea to put the phone on the refrigerator for a while.
Surprisingly, in the next day, I turned it on and the cold phone booted normaly and then I was able to set OEM unlock authorization on developer settings and unlocked the bootloader with sony unlock key.
Then I tried to flash a twrp, but I'm stuck back on boot loop again, and fridge didn't help this time.
Power OFF phone, then hold together for at least 30 sec in this order "volume down" + "volume up" + "power button". Then release 3 buttons and try to power on phone with power button. This procedure will revert your phone back to default settings.
I have the Same Issue Is your problem Solved?
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I have the Same Issue Is your problem Solved?
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Read this tread. It worked for me! Good luck!
Hi there,
Same problem as OP here.
I am trying to revive my wife ex-phone, model 2303 which has been forgotten for two years at least.
Stock rom
No root
Bootloader locked
Stuck at Sony Logo when starting up the phone.
Can boot in FastBoot (blue light) and is detected by PC
Can boot in FlashMode (green light) but PC doesn't detect anything. Nothing appears in Peripherals.
Any advices ?
What can be done in FastBoot mode with a locked bootloader ?
LoLoBear said:
Hi there,
Same problem as OP here.
I am trying to revive my wife ex-phone, model 2303 which has been forgotten for two years at least.
Stock rom
No root
Bootloader locked
Stuck at Sony Logo when starting up the phone.
Can boot in FastBoot (blue light) and is detected by PC
Can boot in FlashMode (green light) but PC doesn't detect anything. Nothing appears in Peripherals.
Any advices ?
What can be done in FastBoot mode with a locked bootloader ?
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Try using official flash tool Emma from Sony.
https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/flash-tool/download-flash-tool/
linccracker said:
Try using official flash tool Emma from Sony.
https://developer.sony.com/develop/open-devices/get-started/flash-tool/download-flash-tool/
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Also Xperia companion will install all needed drivers and could also recover device.
https://www.sony.co.uk/electronics/support/articles/00236877
Thank your for your advices.
But in Flashmode the phone does not even appear in computer peripherals manager.
In FastBoot, Sony Emma does not detect phone neither.
LoLoBear said:
Thank your for your advices.
But in Flashmode the phone does not even appear in computer peripherals manager.
In FastBoot, Sony Emma does not detect phone neither.
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Have you tried using an older version of flashtool ?
Hi, sorry for the late reply.
Which version of flashtool would you recommend ?
Would it change anything as the phone is not detected in device manager anyway ?