HEy Guys i m new on LWW so, i dont know much of this phone.. i want to root it without downgrade of FW, is there any way i m using stock .62 FW.....
i heard that there are some pre rooted.img i dont know what are these but if there is a way then plz tell.
It was easy to root my SGM with a simple .zip file of 400kb.. but this phone have so much to do for root...
gmp009 said:
HEy Guys i m new on LWW so, i dont know much of this phone.. i want to root it without downgrade of FW, is there any way i m using stock .62 FW.....
i heard that there are some pre rooted.img i dont know what are these but if there is a way then plz tell.
It was easy to root my SGM with a simple .zip file of 400kb.. but this phone have so much to do for root...
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The exploit was fixed by Sony team
Unlock bootloader, install custom kernel and you're done.
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The exploit was fixed by Sony team
Unlock bootloader, install custom kernel and you're done.
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how can i check my bootloader is unlocked or wht>? n yeah where can i find a custom kernel...
You have to look into service menu. Reach it via dialpad typing *#*#service#*#*
A kernel can be found under development section.
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You have to look into service menu. Reach it via dialpad typing *#*#service#*#*
A kernel can be found under development section.
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its same of mine too it says bootlocker is unlocked.... like urs say.. what does that mean now i can install custom kernels? but i heard that after installing custom kernels i cant update my phone to ics officialy as u know that i havt got update yet.. so have to wait for update first right? hmm! now question is that without unlocking bootloader how its already unlocked?
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its same of mine too it says bootlocker is unlocked.... like urs say.. what does that mean now i can install custom kernels? but i heard that after installing custom kernels i cant update my phone to ics officialy as u know that i havt got update yet.. so have to wait for update first right? hmm! now question is that without unlocking bootloader how its already unlocked?
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Your phone is original one or secondhand?I afraid that the phone have been unlocked the bootloader by previous owner before he/her give the phone to you...well,you need to relock back your bootloader to update ICS using official way :thumbup: or you can just flash fresh stock ICS ftf file using flashtool...
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gmp009 said:
its same of mine too it says bootlocker is unlocked.... like urs say.. what does that mean now i can install custom kernels? but i heard that after installing custom kernels i cant update my phone to ics officialy as u know that i havt got update yet.. so have to wait for update first right? hmm! now question is that without unlocking bootloader how its already unlocked?
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Yes you are able to install custom kernel and roms with unlocked bootloader.
You can upgrade to ics with unlocked bootloader via flashtool with a ftf file. That's what i did. The users here at xda are fast, it didn't took much time to get the ftf for my phone.
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UchihaDareNial said:
Your phone is original one or secondhand?I afraid that the phone have been unlocked the bootloader by previous owner before he/her give the phone to you...well,you need to relock back your bootloader to update ICS using official way :thumbup: or you can just flash fresh stock ICS ftf file using flashtool...
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What? its new one dear how could that happend with me? well sony companion support my phone i think. it says phone is already updated as i know my si num is not listed yet...
hey what does that mean now i got this from someguyfromhell's signature it says
Enter service menu, open keypad and enter *#*#7378423#*#*.
Service Info - Configuration, Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes/No. If it says Yes, continue. If it says No, do not continue, because it will not work.
there is much more after yes for unlocking a bootloader!
gmp009 said:
What? its new one dear how could that happend with me? well sony companion support my phone i think. it says phone is already updated as i know my si num is not listed yet...
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look closely: is there written "bootloader unlocked: yes" or "bootloader unlock allowed: yes"? in the 2nd case you've got locked bootloader but you can unlock it.
najodleglejszy said:
look closely: is there written "bootloader unlocked: yes" or "bootloader unlock allowed: yes"? in the 2nd case you've got locked bootloader but you can unlock it.
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Ohh got yeah! its bootloader unlock allowed: yes..
not bootloader unlock: yes
in my case... now it means i havnt bootlocked my phone yet THANK GOD now i can update my phone to ICS!
Flash .58 firmware and root usind DOOMLORDS METHOD
and upgrade to .62 firmware using phone itself, i mean FTA
You say you want root with downgrade right?Here is some information :
You can unlock your bootloader and flash pre-rooted stock Rom for your phone without downgrade...
Well,no joke but you can't root directly 0.62 because it is patched by SONY...
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UchihaDareNial said:
You say you want root with downgrade right?Here is some information :
You can unlock your bootloader and flash pre-rooted stock Rom for your phone without downgrade...
Well,no joke but you can't root directly 0.62 because it is patched by SONY...
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But i heard that there are some kernels which are rooted already need to flash them on phone and bang ur phone is rooted... so why should i downgrade if kernels can do the job for me.... any ways i cant unlock bootloader at this time coz waiting for ics update. after that ill root my phone i already got a kernel which is rooted and its for ICS stock Rom.
here u can see.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1694027
gmp009 said:
But i heard that there are some kernels which are rooted already need to flash them on phone and bang ur phone is rooted... so why should i downgrade if kernels can do the job for me.... any ways i cant unlock bootloader at this time coz waiting for ics update. after that ill root my phone i already got a kernel which is rooted and its for ICS stock Rom.
here u can see.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1694027
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Which kernel you mean?If any kernel that have custom change,it is custom kernel and you need to unlock your bootloader to flash custom kernel
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gmp009 said:
But i heard that there are some kernels which are rooted already need to flash them on phone and bang ur phone is rooted... so why should i downgrade if kernels can do the job for me.... any ways i cant unlock bootloader at this time coz waiting for ics update. after that ill root my phone i already got a kernel which is rooted and its for ICS stock Rom.
here u can see.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1694027
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Good. So you don't want to downgrade, you prefer to flash a pre-rooted kernel instead. But you don't want to unlock your bootloader, which is simply unavoidable if you want to flash custom kernels. I think you'll never root your phone
Feanor88 said:
Good. So you don't want to downgrade, you prefer to flash a pre-rooted kernel instead. But you don't want to unlock your bootloader, which is simply unavoidable if you want to flash custom kernels. I think you'll never root your phone
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Haha I think that too
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I m not saying that i dont want unlock my bootloader i just need to wait for official ics update. after that ill unlock my bootloader and then there is a way to root my phone..
here its.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1693987
Ok, so... you can't root Gingeerbread. Wait for ICS, then unlock your bootloader and install a pre-rooted kernel.
Feanor88 said:
Ok, so... you can't root Gingeerbread. Wait for ICS, then unlock your bootloader and install a pre-rooted kernel.
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Yup!!!!!!!!!
gmp009 said:
Yup!!!!!!!!!
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Good idea, do this then you can get official ics for your region.
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Hello,
My phone is rooted and I was wondering if I could update my phone OTA when ICS is released? Will it de-root my phone or brick it? Cause I wanna try out the stock ICS ROM before installing a custom one? Plus if I need to un-root it, how can I do it? I used Doom_Lord's root method.
ICS, which will come out end of this month, might be able OTA, although I am not sure. OTA will ONLY brick your phone, if you HAVE unlocked bootloader. Every other case, no bricks for you.
Root will probably be lost, because it's another version of Android, which changes almost everything. If you have rooted phone, you don't have to deroot it for updates. I have seen a program in Development section, which can also Un-root.
Check this read carefully though.Until now you can always update your phone if you're rooted, if you do it OTA root stays.More likely we'll be able to update to ICS while rooted.
How about after installed locked bootloader CWM.
Can we upgrade to ICS through OTA?
CWM shouldn't affect ICS.
And yes, I think ICS will be able over OTA, although I am not sure.
Someguyfromhell said:
CWM shouldn't affect ICS.
And yes, I think ICS will be able over OTA, although I am not sure.
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THank you.
You mean I did't install the custom rom.
It's ok.
If I install the custom rom.
Then can't upgrade to ICS?
Is it correct?
mobilephone01 said:
THank you.
You mean I did't install the custom rom.
It's ok.
If I install the custom rom.
Then can't upgrade to ICS?
Is it correct?
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Correct, if you have custom ROM, then you probably have to get back to stock first and lock bootloader.
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BudgyN1 said:
Hello,
My phone is rooted and I was wondering if I could update my phone OTA when ICS is released? Will it de-root my phone or brick it? Cause I wanna try out the stock ICS ROM before installing a custom one? Plus if I need to un-root it, how can I do it? I used Doom_Lord's root method.
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Simply u should br on stock gingerbread of SE in order to upgrade to ICS.rooting,CMW will not affect ur upgradation to ICS.but u will looss root.
My bootloader is unlocked and I have a custom ROM based on the Stock ROM .62. So If I do update, will it brick my phone?
BudgyN1 said:
My bootloader is unlocked and I have a custom ROM based on the Stock ROM .62. So If I do update, will it brick my phone?
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It is always safer to lock bootloader and return to stock.
Someguyfromhell said:
It is always safer to lock bootloader and return to stock.
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Can you send me a link on how to lock the bootloader and how to return to stock ROM. To go back to stock ROM I need to use"flash tool"...I have no idea what that is.
BudgyN1 said:
Can you send me a link on how to lock the bootloader and how to return to stock ROM. To go back to stock ROM I need to use"flash tool"...I have no idea what that is.
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Locking bootloader is also done with Flashtool, if you used official method.
If done with S1Tool, you can use that program to relock bootloader.
Flashtool file attached.
To return to stock ROM, I like WotanServer. It's easy and quick, less messing than with Flashtool. For Flashtool you need to find correct files, WotanServer just wants to know, what ROM version you want and you will need a free account also. Everything else is done by WotanServer.
Someguyfromhell said:
Locking bootloader is also done with Flashtool, if you used official method.
If done with S1Tool, you can use that program to relock bootloader.
Flashtool file attached.
To return to stock ROM, I like WotanServer. It's easy and quick, less messing than with Flashtool. For Flashtool you need to find correct files, WotanServer just wants to know, what ROM version you want and you will need a free account also. Everything else is done by WotanServer.
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Thanks, not going to lock bootloader until end of March, can't wait for ICS!!
BudgyN1 said:
My bootloader is unlocked and I have a custom ROM based on the Stock ROM .62. So If I do update, will it brick my phone?
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simply use s1tool to patch the bootloader even though you unlocked it
when you use s1tool your bootloader seems locked but you can install custom roms and update your phone using either Sony Ericsson PC Companion nether SEUS
Both Benefit
sorry for my bad english
Is there an official date for the ICS Update release yet? Everybody is saying is at the end of this month or early on April, but don't have an official date? BTW i have my live rooted, but I modified/deleted some system apps, is there a problem with that? Will I have to reflash my phone again to update via OTA or something? Thanks, and sorry for lot of questions
rolo143 said:
Is there an official date for the ICS Update release yet? Everybody is saying is at the end of this month or early on April, but don't have an official date? BTW i have my live rooted, but I modified/deleted some system apps, is there a problem with that? Will I have to reflash my phone again to update via OTA or something? Thanks, and sorry for lot of questions
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No official date yet. For LWW, it is planned end of April/begin May, some other phones like Arc S and Neo V get it earlier, why, I dont know. It was written so in official blog post.
As long as you have stock ROM, you won't have any problems with updating. Reflashing is not needed.
If you have unlocked bootloader, then doing OTA will brick your phone, just lock it before updating. If you haven't unlocked, then it's okay.
Someguyfromhell said:
Locking bootloader is also done with Flashtool, if you used official method.
If done with S1Tool, you can use that program to relock bootloader.
Flashtool file attached.
To return to stock ROM, I like WotanServer. It's easy and quick, less messing than with Flashtool. For Flashtool you need to find correct files, WotanServer just wants to know, what ROM version you want and you will need a free account also. Everything else is done by WotanServer.
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Should I return to stock ROM first or relock my bootloader first?
BudgyN1 said:
Should I return to stock ROM first or relock my bootloader first?
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First return to stock rom otherwise you'll brick your phone cause custom kernel needs unlocked bootloaderYou can use wotanserver or flash with flashtool.
T3sla said:
First return to stock rom otherwise you'll brick your phone cause custom kernel needs unlocked bootloaderYou can use wotanserver or flash with flashtool.
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wotanserver can install stock kernel too? or just roms?
this why i dont unlock my bootloader and install a custom roms because i know i will lock it back and reflash my roms back to custom roms eventually because of the ics updates
I just read on the Sony Developer site that the ICS update will not be available for those with an unlocked bootlader WTF ?
"Also, if you unlock the boot loader, you will not be able to download and install the final Ice Cream Sandwich software upgrade for Xperia™ phones."
Just look for the article "ICS beta ROM now available for unlocked Xperia™ PLAY smartphones" .. it's about 3/4 down the page :?(
Good thing I unlocked via Testpoint method...
I think it could be possible that SEUS or PC Companion are checking IMEI, if the phone was unlocked via Sony...
simple relock won't do it I guess :/
But don't worry, a few days after our devs will come up with a flashable generic and prerooted rom
MrBrightside said:
But don't worry, a few days after our devs will come up with a flashable generic and prerooted rom
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definitely.
in xda we trust
o0o.paw said:
I just read on the Sony Developer site that the ICS update will not be available for those with an unlocked bootlader WTF ?
"Also, if you unlock the boot loader, you will not be able to download and install the final Ice Cream Sandwich software upgrade for Xperia™ phones."
Just look for the article "ICS beta ROM now available for unlocked Xperia™ PLAY smartphones" .. it's about 3/4 down the page :?(
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That is because DRM keys are lost, which are needed to use PC Companion and Update Service to update phone firmware.
It is not sure, if relocking will do the deal or not, as least not before it is released.
Relocking with Flashtool will definitely work & also if yhu unlock BL via Testpoint Method den yhu can update via SEUS, PCC!
Dude, didn't you read when unlocking bootloader? its written in big red fonts on bootloader unlock page that you will not get further updates after unlocking.
Officially, the bootloader can only be unlocked, that's why the warning with red letters.
Unofficially, it is possible to relock the bootloader and after that it's possible to update software again. I tested it multiple times.
The only thing You loose permanently is the DRM. Cheers!
zariin said:
Officially, the bootloader can only be unlocked, that's why the warning with red letters.
Unofficially, it is possible to relock the bootloader and after that it's possible to update software again. I tested it multiple times.
The only thing You loose permanently is the DRM. Cheers!
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hope yhu all can now believe me now......!
is there a way to relock boot loader again??
bhovoi said:
is there a way to relock boot loader again??
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Yes, you can read my tutorial, a guide is there.
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i think u must wait untill the original work rom from xperia team out.
and if u want test ics xperia u must unlock BL because this rom is porting rom and this is mod. so if u want u device still unlock i think u must wait..
Hi!
I've got a problem with unlocking my XPERIA U. It has Orange branded firmware, Android 2.3.7, and I'd like to change it to for example ICS. I wanted to unlock my bootloader, but I can see a message: Bootloader unlock allowed: No.
Is there any possibility to unlock it, or not? And why this phone has no possibility to do it?
Regards,
linoskoczek
Unlock = debrand? If yes, just flash stock ROM 1.54 or 1.75 with flashtool.
You can make branded ftf backup before flashing, just in case.
BTW why do u want to unlock bootloader?
Odp: [Q] Not possible to unlock phone - is there anyother method to do it?
No, you can't unlock your phone. Probably you have simlock and locked bl by operator(Orange). But you can flash fw without Orange apps etc. Just go to development section and download latest ICS fw.
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Ahh that ****ty orange...
I've flashed it to ICS, but still unlocking is not possible. Anyway, do you think http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460 will root the phone? It's just a one thing I can do without unlocking xperia.
linoskoczek said:
Ahh that ****ty orange...
I've flashed it to ICS, but still unlocking is not possible. Anyway, do you think http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460 will root the phone? It's just a one thing I can do without unlocking xperia.
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I think the only thing you can't do in SXP with locked bootloader is flashing custom kernel. So, the answer is yes, you can root the phone without unlocking bootloader as well as e.g. install CWM recovery.
I followed all steps in SONY's official bootloader unlocking method. No I would like to know whether it is unlocked or not? I want to install a kernel and JB ROM. I want to confirm it before proceeding and to avoid bricking of my device.
My phone booted fine, I want to know whether bootloader is unlocked or not? I tried installing PC companion and opened it in my computer. A splash screen displayed and closed. Does this mean it is unlocked?
varunit said:
I followed all steps in SONY's official bootloader unlocking method. No I would like to know whether it is unlocked or not? I want to install a kernel and JB ROM. I want to confirm it before proceeding and to avoid bricking of my device.
My phone booted fine, I want to know whether bootloader is unlocked or not? I tried installing PC companion and opened it in my computer. A splash screen displayed and closed. Does this mean it is unlocked?
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Try to flash any custom kernel using fastboot mode... If the kernel flashed sucessfully then its unlocked...
Remember ics rom = ics kernel, jb rom = jb kernel, gb rom = gb kernel.. Otherwise ur phone will not boot
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varunit said:
I followed all steps in SONY's official bootloader unlocking method. No I would like to know whether it is unlocked or not? I want to install a kernel and JB ROM. I want to confirm it before proceeding and to avoid bricking of my device.
My phone booted fine, I want to know whether bootloader is unlocked or not? I tried installing PC companion and opened it in my computer. A splash screen displayed and closed. Does this mean it is unlocked?
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just try to update with pc companion or update service , if it says modified software then the bootloader is unlocked , if it still continues ( cancel it ) then it means its locked..
dial *#*#7378423#*#*
check the device info..
Remember ics rom = ics kernel, jb rom = jb kernel, gb rom = gb kernel.. Otherwise ur phone will not boot
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This is what I have done wrong and banged my head for half an hour. Thanks for the help
You also done wrong deleting drm data using 'official' unlocking method. I have unlocked mine with setool and testpoints.
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ReznorNInchNails said:
You also done wrong deleting drm data using 'official' unlocking method. I have unlocked mine with setool and testpoints.
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there's nothing wrong
both methods are good
it depends upon the ability of the person and the risk he can take
which method he chooses
Hi, i have a Live with walkman, with locked bootloader, can i install other kernel?, for example LuPus kernel
My phone is rooted with the Revolution ICS Rom, what i must do to install a new kernel?
Can someone help me?
Sorry for my bad english
Membrillo007 said:
Hi, i have a Live with walkman, with locked bootloader, can i install other kernel?, for example LuPus kernel
My phone is rooted with the Revolution ICS Rom, what i must do to install a new kernel?
Can someone help me?
Sorry for my bad english
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If you want to install a kernel like lupus, first you need to unlock your bootloader. Use this tool to unlock it.
mauam said:
If you want to install a kernel like lupus, first you need to unlock your bootloader. Use this tool to unlock it.
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Thanks man, But which are the risks of unlock my bootloader?
Membrillo007 said:
Thanks man, But which are the risks of unlock my bootloader?
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The risk of brick your device, but a lot of people already unlocked their bootloaders without any problems, your DRM will be permanently deleted, but believe me you can get more from your phone when the bootloader is unlocked, really worth it.
Membrillo007 said:
Thanks man, But which are the risks of unlock my bootloader?
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mauam said:
The risk of brick your device, but a lot of people already unlocked their bootloaders without any problems, your DRM will be permanently deleted, but believe me you can get more from your phone when the bootloader is unlocked, really worth it.
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And you loose your warranty
Drm won't be lost if you unlock using testpoint method.
Regards
-N
First check the bootloader status.whether its unlocked or not.
If its already unlocked then you can flash any custom kernel.If not you have to unlock BL first.Its not harmful but it will avoid your phone warranty.Try to use SE web site to unlock BL.Its the safest way..
After unlocking BT u can flash kernels anytime using Flash tool™..
Re:How to install a kernel
To install a custom kernel,you have to unlock your bootloader and there are two ways of doing it:
1.Use the official sony method...
head to unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com and follow the procedure there..
by doing so you lose your DRM keys which means services like track id wont work anymore...
2.use a testpoint method which is a bit complicated but you retain your DRM keys
for the testpoint method check this out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874
Bootloader unlocking should be done carefully,you might brick your phone if you are not careful..
after the unlock is complete you can use flashtool to flash a custom kernel in fastboot mode..