How can I find out if I have a locked bootloadeR?
What's the difference bewtween Locked bootloader ?! and unlocked one ??
and the restrictions .!?
In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu. the numbers spell SERVICE on a phonepad
In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
locked means you cant get to root to flash a different ROM on it, unlocked is obviously the reverse, can get to root to flash a ROM on it, like CM9 etc
if no, like me, not sure if there is a workaround, I hope so as I really need to unlock my bootloader to flash CM9 on it
gray_mac said:
In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu. the numbers spell SERVICE on a phonepad
In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
locked means you cant get to root to flash a different ROM on it, unlocked is obviously the reverse, can get to root to flash a ROM on it, like CM9 etc
if no, like me, not sure if there is a workaround, I hope so as I really need to unlock my bootloader to flash CM9 on it
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it says yes.. and if it is unlocked will I recive ICS update ?!
nemer12 said:
it says yes.. and if it is unlocked will I recive ICS update ?!
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If it says yes, it means you can unlock your bootloader. It isn't unlocked when you buy it in a store
If you want to unlock it go to the dev section of Xperia S forums
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it says yes.. and if it is unlocked will I recive ICS update ?!
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I have the Mini Pro and I just looked in the service menu and found "Bootloader Unlock Allowed: No" . Now I haven't unlocked it myself, I have only flashed the global official software. Does this mean my phone will accept custom kernels or will it brick if I try?
Thanks
First of all there isnt such thing as a stupid question. Its only easier to answer. You cannot access fastboot without unlocking the bootloader, and you cant install a custom kernel without fastboot. You need to unlock it.
thanks for your reply.
OK so fastboot is needed to flash custom kernel. got that. But even though it says "Bootloader Unlock Enabled:No" I am still able to unlock it and enable fastboot correct?
Thanks
Yes, you have to use a 3rd party app. Cant remember the name, do some research. Its somewhere in the Development for our devices.
In this page http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
says: If you see Bootloader Unlock Allowed: No that means bootloaders are already unlocked
What? No dude... When it says NO it means the bootloader is carrier locked...
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pepi74 said:
In this page http://androidflip.com/unlock-xperia-phones-bootloader-without-losing-drm-data-track-id-working/
says: If you see Bootloader Unlock Allowed: No that means bootloaders are already unlocked
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This is what made me ask the question. But after looking on here http://unlockbootloader.sonyericsson.com/instructions
it says "2.In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked."
which made me suspect that I may not be able to unlock it whatsoever
have you bought your phone through carrier? its on contract? if yes, then sorry you cant unlock its bootloader
YES YOU CAN! But you have to pay... Or i think its for free now. Stop talking without doing some basic research first.
http://support.setool.net/showthread.php?3-UPDATES-AND-NEWS&p=75351#post75351
There. You can unlock your device by paying. THIS IS NOT AN ADVERTISMENT IT IS SIMPLY TO STOP THESE DAMN POSTS REGARDING BOOTLOADER UNLOCKING.
dumraden said:
YES YOU CAN! But you have to pay... Or i think its for free now. Stop talking without doing some basic research first.
http://support.setool.net/showthread.php?3-UPDATES-AND-NEWS&p=75351#post75351
There. You can unlock your device by paying. THIS IS NOT AN ADVERTISMENT IT IS SIMPLY TO STOP THESE DAMN POSTS REGARDING BOOTLOADER UNLOCKING.
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why are you yelling at us? keep respect, i was assuming that he knows about carrier unlocking.
I am not yelling at you. I am just sick and tired of hearing this crap about Unlocked Bootloader: No and how to solve it.
I have a sk17i , branded uk virgin , great network , but today they have posted me the unlock code for my phone , will this change my allowed to yes , im hoping I get some help with editing the cmd file for all need device ie sk17i first, for loopy play bootloader allowed tp unlocked rtf kernel flash. Any help thanks in. Advance
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If it's the unlock code for your simlock, it could happen that it'll change to yes, but I'm not sure. Try it and report please
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Nope, unlocking SIM will not enable your fastboot, that means Bootloader Unlock Allowed stays No.
Someguyfromhell said:
Nope, unlocking SIM will not enable your fastboot, that means Bootloader Unlock Allowed stays No.
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Hmmm...True....Sim Lock and Bootloader Lock is two different things...unlocking Sim will not make Bootloader Unlock Allowed = Yes....
Someguyfromhell said:
Nope, unlocking SIM will not enable your fastboot, that means Bootloader Unlock Allowed stays No.
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iPusak Gaoq™ said:
Hmmm...True....Sim Lock and Bootloader Lock is two different things...unlocking Sim will not make Bootloader Unlock Allowed = Yes....
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But how does Wotan server work then? I mean if you unlock via Wotan server (with bl unlock allowed:no and simlock) some people said they were able to unlock the bootloader?
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I don't know how it works .. but it works ... Wotan unlocks bootloader even if it says NO in service menu
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But how does Wotan server work then? I mean if you unlock via Wotan server (with bl unlock allowed:no and simlock) some people said they were able to unlock the bootloader?
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This is done different. WotanServer requires using the test point method, this also enables the fastboot. However, this works only on phones, that have been manufactured before 12W11. Newer phones have newer type of security, test point method no longer works on those.
Using the code is inserted by firmware, it does allow different SIM cards, however does not affect bootloader at all.
I can unlock and relock my bootlader via s1tool crippled with s2 cmds ,no problem , I recieve virgin unlock from Sony , on Sony headed paper , but no it didnt reset my status to yes , im wondering if fastboot will enable now I have no sim lock,or will I have to edit the sin tool cmd file for mango or get jinxs to enable all for me
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Unable to Unlock Boot-loader :S
I have attempted Sonys Method and now flashtool and get the same message saying my device cant be officially unlocked :S
what can i do to get my XZU unlocked?
I have a c6833 i was on 4.3 android but attempted to downgrade to 4.2.2 to attempt to unlock incase its been a firmware issue but now am really confused with what i can do
encryptioncsta said:
Unable to Unlock Boot-loader :S
I have attempted Sonys Method and now flashtool and get the same message saying my device cant be officially unlocked :S
what can i do to get my XZU unlocked?
I have a c6833 i was on 4.3 android but attempted to downgrade to 4.2.2 to attempt to unlock incase its been a firmware issue but now am really confused with what i can do
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First of all get your self on .532 and root and then back up the TA partition, may save some grief at a latter date.
Then all I can say is try and try again, and make sure that you submitted the correct IMEI to Sony
am now on 5.10 and still doesnt work using any method
encryptioncsta said:
am now on 5.10 and still doesnt work using any method
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Type in *#*#7378423#*#*
Go to Service Info > Configuration
And check the Rooting Status
Does it say Bootloader Unlock Allowed: No?
hassanmahmood said:
Type in *#*#7378423#*#*
Go to Service Info > Configuration
And check the Rooting Status
Does it say Bootloader Unlock Allowed: No?
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yeah i done that and i get told "no"
i dunno what else to do now that am being told i cant unlock
I should read your first post better
If it is unlockable then I don't think there is any thing you can do
am confused? why wouldn't i be able to unlock?
Because your device is probably a carrier-linked one... almost every phone bought within the US, if it's not from the manufacturer itself, is locked.
You either will have to live with it, or just sell it and buy an unlockable one directly from Sony.
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I have a xperia U,Yesterday i try to unlock my bootloader and flash a experimental kernel (http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2326515)
I use the flashtool to unlock my bootloader because sony website method confuse me,it went without a problem but i did`t check it works or not.and i flash the experimental kernel and i able go to CWM Recovery.my question is ,still my phone recognize by the sony pc companion,to my knowledge after we unlock the bootloader pc companion will no longer recognize our phones......!!!!!
1) Did i correctly unlock my bootloader or it still locked ?
2) if it works(unlock bootloader) Why pc companion still recognize my phone ?
3) Is their any way that i can find ,my bootloader unlocked or locked ?
phone - Xperia U
OS - ICS
Firmware - 6.1.1.b.1.54
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xperia anfer said:
I have a xperia U,Yesterday i try to unlock my bootloader and flash a experimental kernel (http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2326515)
I use the flashtool to unlock my bootloader because sony website method confuse me,it went without a problem but i did`t check it works or not.and i flash the experimental kernel and i able go to CWM Recovery.my question is ,still my phone recognize by the sony pc companion,to my knowledge after we unlock the bootloader pc companion will no longer recognize our phones......!!!!!
1) Did i correctly unlock my bootloader or it still locked ?
2) if it works(unlock bootloader) Why pc companion still recognize my phone ?
3) Is their any way that i can find ,my bootloader unlocked or locked ?
phone - Xperia U
OS - ICS
Firmware - 6.1.1.b.1.54
please put the question number and answer ...,Eg- 1) xxxxx 2)xxxxxxx
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did you have unlock bootloader = yes in service menu?
if the phone can boot properly (to the home screen) with experimental kernel the bootloader is unlocked... to see if it is installed go in settings>phone info and see if under kernel version there is "experimental-12"
another check go in conversation app and select share location>current position... if this Fc with the message "service not available" the bootloader it's unlocked
if the phone can't boot with experimental kernel the bootloader is locked
for pc companion i don't know
with experimental kernel you can boot only a JB rom
usb2 said:
did you have unlock bootloader = yes in service menu?
if the phone can boot properly (to the home screen) with experimental kernel the bootloader is unlocked... to see if it is installed go in settings>phone info and see if under kernel version there is "experimental-12"
another check go in conversation app and select share location>current position... if this Fc with the message "service not available" the bootloader it's unlocked
if the phone can't boot with experimental kernel the bootloader is locked
for pc companion i don't know
with experimental kernel you can boot only a JB rom
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1) service menue showing "Bootloader unlocked :Yes"
2) no, after i flash the experimental kernel,i didn`t install the rom(i forget to add the rom zip inside the memory),so i just switch off and power on but didn`t boot(sony logo come and then a blank screen) so i flash the gingerbread ftf(6.1.1.b.1.184) via flash tool,now my phone run GB,when i going to flash the GB ftf i saw that pc companion recognize my phone that`s why i am unsure that my bootloader locked or unlocked,i didn`t get what you said in the second method("another check go in conversation app and select share location>current position... if this Fc with the message "service not available" the bootloader it's unlocked")
3- Phone > *#*#service#*#* > 1st option > 4th option > "Bootloader unlock allowed" turns into "Bootloader unlocked"
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3- Phone > *#*#service#*#* > 1st option > 4th option > "Bootloader unlock allowed" turns into "Bootloader unlocked"
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you are a senior member help me,i didn`t get what you tell ,please tell me,my bootloader locked or unlocked ?
xperia anfer said:
you are a senior member help me,i didn`t get what you tell ,please tell me,my bootloader locked or unlocked ?
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Your bootloader is unlocked.
xperia anfer said:
you are a senior member help me,i didn`t get what you tell ,please tell me,my bootloader locked or unlocked ?
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Follow the photos, then you'll get to a screen saying "bootloader unlock allowed" or "booloader unlocked"
Ryccardo said:
Follow the photos, then you'll get to a screen saying "bootloader unlock allowed" or "booloader unlocked"
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I did that,It showing "bootloader unlocked:Yes " what does it mean?
Will flashing experimental kernel root my phone ?
SORRY, THIS MY FIRST TIME INSTALLING A ROM ?
xperia anfer said:
I did that,It showing "bootloader unlocked:Yes " what does it mean?
Will flashing experimental kernel root my phone ?
SORRY, THIS MY FIRST TIME INSTALLING A ROM ?
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Means your bootloader is unlocked.
PC Companion works fine with unlocked bootloader all except updating the formware. It may even begi dowloding the files but won't flash it.
ChikeD said:
Means your bootloader is unlocked.
PC Companion works fine with unlocked bootloader all except updating the formware. It may even begi dowloding the files but won't flash it.
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Will flashing experimental kernel root my phone ?
Is rooting necessary to install a Jellybean rom?
xperia anfer said:
Will flashing experimental kernel root my phone ?
Is rooting necessary to install a Jellybean rom?
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Im not familiar with that kernel, see it's feature list.
To install any custom ROM all you need is just CWM recovery
ChikeD said:
Im not familiar with that kernel, see it's feature list.
To install any custom ROM all you need is just CWM
sorry if asking stupid questions,can i install that rom without rooting ??
(seems my bootloader already unlocked...!!!
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xperia anfer said:
ChikeD said:
Im not familiar with that kernel, see it's feature list.
To install any custom ROM all you need is just CWM
sorry if asking stupid questions,can i install that rom without rooting ??
(seems my bootloader already unlocked...!!!
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Yes.
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hi guys
im new in Sony Xperia group
i want know if my Z2 bootloader lock or unlock?
i got it from uk
Open the phone app & enter *#*#7378423#*#* the look for configuration & tap that, that should tell you if bootloader is unlockable, if it says yes then you good to go, if it says no then you out of luck I'm afraid.
BanziBaby said:
Open the phone app & enter *#*#7378423#*#* the look for configuration & tap that, that should tell you if bootloader is unlockable, if it says yes then you good to go, if it says no then you out of luck I'm afraid.
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if say Bootloader unlock allowed: yes
im lucky or not
You can use flashtool (not emma) to bootloader unlock
Flashtool.net is the place to get flashtool from, you may need drivers Fastboot Flashmode Z2 dev drivers
I think you dont need in newerversions
Im not sure
@DinarQ8 yeah mate that means you can unlock the bootloader
@Envious_Data Do you still need to get unlock key though sony's developer site to unlock with FlashTool? Also what is the best & easiest way to root the phone? I'm used to galaxy devices so sony unlock & root is new to me.
BanziBaby said:
@DinarQ8 yeah mate that means you can unlock the bootloader
@Envious_Data Do you still need to get unlock key though sony's developer site to unlock with FlashTool? Also what is the best & easiest way to root the phone? I'm used to galaxy devices so sony unlock & root is new to me.
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Yes, flashtool does the normal terminal stuff for you
You still have to get IEME and unlock code
It will give instructions
Cheers, does Flashtool also easily root it or do you need a custom kernel for root to work?
Sorry for all the questions, just want to make sure I do things right & don't end up with a sexy brick :fingers-crossed:
BanziBaby said:
Cheers, does Flashtool also easily root it or do you need a custom kernel for root to work?
Sorry for all the questions, just want to make sure I do things right & don't end up with a sexy brick :fingers-crossed:
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You can use Flashtool to root, but not via its root function. Put the phone in fastboot mode and flash Doomlord's CWM+kernel package (I installed v.02 since my phone is on firmware .55) in Flashtool (using the fastboot option that pops up when you click the lightning button). Then reboot into CWM recovery and flash SuperSU. Then reboot into the system and install busybox into /xbin. You should be good then.
So if it says bootloader unlock is not allowed does that mean there is no possible way to unlock it and root the device?
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it said the same thing on my xperia s but i still could unlock
i dont recomend trying untill you get more info
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