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.
: D
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)
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guys i just root my X10 mini and i need upgrading android to 2.3...does need to create ROM or just download android 2.3 file install it???i need your respone and a helping hand...thanks
Please use the search function the next time. For your convenience Click Here
And try this custom ROM for starters. It doesn't require you to unlock boot loader and install a custom kernel.
and when you know how to use the search function then I know for sure you can manage to unlock your boot loader and can flash a custom ROM
lol. they will so kill you for this question. It's forbidden to be a noob in these forums.
Here are the steps you must follow in "search" terms:
1. Root (obviously you already did).
2. Unlock bootloader. (google the hell out of it, search these forums. To install a new rom you need to install a new kernel. For a new kernel you need to unlock the bootloader. Search "How to Unlock the bootloader"). You will need your PC.
3. Flash a new Kernel and Install CWM recovery. Generally just flashing the kernel takes care of the CWM installation. (It's some kind of android bios you must install first thing after having unlocked the bootloader. Check "flashtools" and "how to flash a kernel" guides). You'll need your PC.
4. Flash the ROM. It's the easiest part. It's done by hard reseting the phone. check "How to flash a ROM".
gl dude.
There's nothing wrong with being noobish. Everyone is a noob at some point. This is my first Android anything and I knew absolutely nothing before I came here: "Root? Custom rom? ClockworkMod Recovery? What the hell does any of it mean?!"
But there's a fine line between asking noob questions and asking noob questions without doing any research. But hey..at least the OP was polite.
Ticklefish said:
There's nothing wrong with being noobish. Everyone is a noob at some point. This is my first Android anything and I knew absolutely nothing before I came here: "Root? Custom rom? ClockworkMod Recovery? What the hell does any of it mean?!"
But there's a fine line between asking noob questions and asking noob questions without doing any research. But hey..at least the OP was polite.
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the line would be drawn like n00b vs n3wbi3. n00b - as what my sig says and n3wbi3 - doesn't ask unless there's a prob or question that needs to be clarified. i was once a n00b but know where to start and that is hitting the start button.
How does i upgrade my xperia x10 mini to 2.3 android
Dear sir,
i want to upgrade to my xperia x10 mini to android 2.3.
presenently i have 2.1 in my phone.
am already done rooting.
i have total size of my sd card 8g.b. in that i done second partition in EXT2 2g.b.
if i upgrade to 2.3, which memory is using for as internal memory?
plz tell about how i upgrade to 2.3, with step by step and screen shots. plzzzzzzzzz sirr
Well,i think there was a thread on that somewhere dont rember where though anyway,,
First go to the x10 mini pro android devolpment forums and download cwm recovery installer after that its pretty simple for android 2:3 I suggest minicm7 if u go to its post it will tell you all steps and to open cwm u click back button while ur phone opening
sent from my u20i xperia x10 mini pro running mini cm9 3.0.2 on nAa ics 3
THX nAa. VERY MUCH!!!
arey bhai itna chila kyon raha hai.....
aaram se bol na
rajubehappy said:
plz tell about how i upgrade to 2.3, with step by step and screen shots. plzzzzzzzzz sirr
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that would be time consuming to post step by step with screenshots. better do it yourself first and ask the community if you ran into a prob. that way youll learn. and please use the search function. there are lots of guide that you can use you just have to look for it. remember no pain no gain.
Dear sir,
I already done as ur steps but i get many problems.
After unlock bootloader i not get network signal, but i continue ur procedure and done flash and open in CWM clockmode i install Update.zip. and after switch off and on. but its not working. my phone shows in WHITE LETTERS "Sony Ericsson" its not boot and not off.
plz sir give me solution plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
as i see you have a simlock first unlock your sim and then unlock bootloader install kernel and then gingerbread
demoniacs said:
And try this custom ROM for starters. It doesn't require you to unlock boot loader and install a custom kernel.
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Doing your research... Just about every current iteration of GB-Roms for the X10Mini requires a custom kernel, The installation instructions for the ROM you linked to clearly states to unlock the bootloader and install nAa-08 kernel.
If you want to point people to ROMS that run on stock kernel, stick to froyo/CM6.
plz reply me
plz answer my problem
First of all, you lost your network-capability when you unlocked your bootloader, so i hope you made a backup of your orignal firmware. Restore that and then relock the bootloader, your network capability should hopefully come back
You can't run any Gingerbread roms if you're on the X10Mini with a locked bootloader, you'll have to stick with older Froyo (2.2) Roms, just make sure the ROM you choose does not require a custom kernel. The older ones probably have to be installed with Xrecovery too, instead of CWM, use flashtool to get XRecovery onto your phone.
rajubehappy said:
Dear sir,
I already done as ur steps but i get many problems.
After unlock bootloader i not get network signal, but i continue ur procedure and done flash and open in CWM clockmode i install Update.zip. and after switch off and on. but its not working. my phone shows in WHITE LETTERS "Sony Ericsson" its not boot and not off.
plz sir give me solution plzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzzz
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It isnt SIM lock, it is SEMC SIMLOCK CERTFICATE. Try S1Tool what it says.
I have the same problem and I solve like in this tread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
mightyoutlaw said:
It isnt SIM lock, it is SEMC SIMLOCK CERTFICATE. Try S1Tool what it says.
I have the same problem and I solve like in this tread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
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No need to shout, not every x10 mini or x10mini pro comes with a semc-simlock certificate, if your phone is simlocked by your provider, s1tool gives you simlock-certificate not recognised.
If you unlock the bootloader on such a phone, it is most likely it will disable your radio-capability.
So everytime someone unlocks their bootloader and gets no service anymore, relocking is the only option, and then sim-unlock their phone using Omnius, or (the safest way) with an EMMA/IMEI code from their network-provider.
After that you can unlock the bootloader safely.
problem occured in upgrading
dear sir i already locked my boot loader. but i cant upgrade firmware or flash through sony companion and SEUS. how can i upgrade or restore my firmware. its shown only "Sony Ericsson" in WHITE LETTERS. plz resolve my problem.
its occured any error in flashing? any different kernal is there?
I am on custom ROM right now, phone is rooted though and just unlocked the bootloader a couple days back. I was wondering, if I flashed the nAa-11 kernel, will I still be able to use stock ROM on it until I install some GB ROM? Or do I have to flash the GB ROM right after flashing the nAa-11 kernel for the phone to work?
Just for the record, I like doing one thing at a time then checking if phone is fully stable before moving to the next step... Makes me TOO nervous
The ROM's are all compiled against a particular kernel, so stock rom won't work on the nAa-kernel, and most GB-roms won't work on the stock kernel.
You want to flash the nAa-11 kernel, do a reboot, and press the back-button several times until you get into CWM That's as sure as you can be that everything is stable at that point.
Then you can do the usual steps for installing the ROM, (Wipe data, cache, etc., install from sd-card)
If you forgot to put the ROM on your sd-card you can connect your phone through CWM in the mounts and storage section, mount usb-storage) and then copy the ROM to your phone.
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
Code:
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.
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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:
Update
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.
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!
blackstallion1234 said:
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
blackstallion1234 said:
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
Sony xperia U rooting/flashing/upgrading/ROMS
Im now updated/rooted with ICS..
so what are the additional features and apps that can i enjoy on ICS..?
im also happy to know answers for some of my questions..
1) can we again switch back to ginger bread and how..?
2) is upgrading and rooting are same other than official/unofficial thing point..?
3) what is rom and were do i get roms..?
4) what are apps can i enjoy now i mean aft upgrading to ICS..?
5) what are ftf files and their uses..?
i want to learn abt android can u suggest any sites that teaches me from basics..
vinaysweetheart007 said:
Sony xperia U rooting/flashing/upgrading/ROMS
Im now updated/rooted with ICS..
so what are the additional features and apps that can i enjoy on ICS..?
im also happy to know answers for some of my questions..
1) can we again switch back to ginger bread and how..?
2) is upgrading and rooting are same other than official/unofficial thing point..?
3) what is rom and were do i get roms..?
4) what are apps can i enjoy now i mean aft upgrading to ICS..?
5) what are ftf files and their uses..?
i want to learn abt android can u suggest any sites that teaches me from basics..
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To answer your questions :
ICS : Is a newer version of android which has alot of benefits over the last one (GB)...like better RAM Managing,faster OS/UI,better browsing,looks alot better,battery lasts more etc.
1)Yes you can switch back to gingerbread ,easy : Just download the GB .ftf file with flashtool.
2)Upgrading is official,rooting isnt : Sony's warranty remains after rooting,just dont unlock your bootloader (Basically.its like a BIOS in a PC)
3)ROM : It means 2 things, 1) Read Only Memory (Not our Case) and 2)OS System (Our Case) : Basically its like Windows for PC,a ROM is a Operative System you can install on your handheld device....why is it called "ROM" ? Because older phones had their OS in a Read ONLY Memory which was very hard to flash/overwrite.Where do you get them ? : All around the web,but the best ones are here in XDA ,under "Xperia U Android Development".
4)Yes,on ICS you can basically enjoy ALL of GB's files + a few more ,like Nova Launcher etc.
5)FTF files are flashable files(Normally ROM's) which you can flash(install) with programs like "Flashtool" ,the advantage of FTF files is that its clean flashing without losing warranty(Unlocking bootloader + CWM),the disadvantage is that mostly FTF files are ONLY original and Genuine ROM's,not Modded ones.
Hope that answers your questions ,if you got any other ones,feel free to ask.
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Thanq very much xtrmshadow...really dat was very helpfull to put a step ahead in android...
can u answer some more questions..
1) How to root sony xperia U without voiding warranty...if so tell me the simple and undstable procedure
2) what are the advantages and disadvantages of rooting ..?
3) Does all root their phone..?
4) why rooting is not made official if it deserves much importance..?
thank u very much bro....
vinaysweetheart007 said:
Thanq very much xtrmshadow...really dat was very helpfull to put a step ahead in android...
can u answer some more questions..
1) How to root sony xperia U without voiding warranty...if so tell me the simple and undstable procedure
2) what are the advantages and disadvantages of rooting ..?
3) Does all root their phone..?
4) why rooting is not made official if it deserves much importance..?
thank u very much bro....
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You're welcome.
1)To root your phone go to this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460.
And download the latest one v15 ,then just follow the instructions.
2)The advantages are that you will then have Administrator rights over your phone : You can now edit and modify absolutely everything,starting from deleting applications that came with the phone (For exemple : "Video Unlimited" or "Timescape" etc) to gain performance and free memory, and to do more advanced configurations,like Processor modification ,graphical driver changing (Chainfire 3D),build.prop tweaks... but these last few ones i dont advise if you're not an advanced user as you can brick your phone.
Brick = Make your device useless by doing problematic modifications....but if you did not unlock your bootloader,any "Bricks" can be fixed with PC Companion "Repair tool".
3)Not everyone roots their phone. Only people who arent happy with something about the phone (Software) and wants to tweak/modify or change. If you're happy with the phone how it is,i dont advise you root it.
4)Its not official because 60% of android users dont even know how to properly use the phone how it comes from the manufacturer....if you grant them root from the start....they would make a mess of the phone and there would be alot more "RMA" than there are.
The easy answer is : Because most people pretty much shouldnt have root as Android is a very nice ....but in the same time very sensible OS.
One small character error (Put M instead of N) in for exemple,the build.prop file...and the phone becomes useless until you "Repair" it with PC Companion ,or even worse,if its bootloader is unlocked ,totally bricked.
EDIT : Im not sure that you distinguish the diferences between "Rooting" and "Flashing/Upgrading". So in case you didnt get it :
Flash/Upgrade : Is upgrading or flashing another ROM or Android Version.
Rooting : Gaining Administrator rights on your Phone.
If ya need anything more mate,feel free to ask.
Respect
I'm going mad here.
I've been trying to root with Bin4rys method for ages. Can't do the flashtool method either. I have Xperia U on ICS flashed with flashtool but it doesn't think my phone is in debugging mode which it is so I can root it.I've tried everything I can think of.
Any ideas anyone?
Thanks
ollieh84 said:
I'm going mad here.
I've been trying to root with Bin4rys method for ages. Can't do the flashtool method either. I have Xperia U on ICS flashed with flashtool but it doesn't think my phone is in debugging mode which it is so I can root it.I've tried everything I can think of.
Any ideas anyone?
Thanks
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Try Bin4ry's method following these steps :
1)Download v15 .zip
2)Extract it wherever you want.
3)Go to the folder you've extracted.
4)Plug in your phone WITHOUT debugging mode
5)Activate debugging now
6)Right click on "RunMe.bat" and select "Run as administrator"
7)Press 1 on the MSDos Menu ("Normal)
8)Wait...the phone will show up a menu with "Restore" ,,press on the "Restore" button on the bottom of the screen.
9)Now leave the phone on your table and let it finish (Dont unplug the phone yet). It will reboot 2 times.
10)After the 2 reboots,press "Enter" or any key on the Bin4ry MSDOS prompt on your computer.
11)Unplug your phone and you're Done.
Those steps work perfectly,just dont miss any of em.
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Nope. Not working for me. I have followed your instructions and other people's to the letter.
I pressed 1, then enter, then it just says,
demon not running, starting now on port 5037
demon started successfully
then it stays there forever. Nothing happens with the phone or the green script.
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I think it's something to do with me flashing ICS with flashtool. I unlocked the bootloader and flashed the stock ICS rom. I managed to get root when it was running GB.
ollieh84 said:
Nope. Not working for me. I have followed your instructions and other people's to the letter.
I pressed 1, then enter, then it just says,
demon not running, starting now on port 5037
demon started successfully
then it stays there forever. Nothing happens with the phone or the green script.
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I think it's something to do with me flashing ICS with flashtool. I unlocked the bootloader and flashed the stock ICS rom. I managed to get root when it was running GB.
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Try latest flashtool,it has Bin4ry's method integrated into it.
xtrmshadow said:
You're welcome.
1)To root your phone go to this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460.
And download the latest one v15 ,then just follow the instructions.
2)The advantages are that you will then have Administrator rights over your phone : You can now edit and modify absolutely everything,starting from deleting applications that came with the phone (For exemple : "Video Unlimited" or "Timescape" etc) to gain performance and free memory, and to do more advanced configurations,like Processor modification ,graphical driver changing (Chainfire 3D),build.prop tweaks... but these last few ones i dont advise if you're not an advanced user as you can brick your phone.
Brick = Make your device useless by doing problematic modifications....but if you did not unlock your bootloader,any "Bricks" can be fixed with PC Companion "Repair tool".
3)Not everyone roots their phone. Only people who arent happy with something about the phone (Software) and wants to tweak/modify or change. If you're happy with the phone how it is,i dont advise you root it.
4)Its not official because 60% of android users dont even know how to properly use the phone how it comes from the manufacturer....if you grant them root from the start....they would make a mess of the phone and there would be alot more "RMA" than there are.
The easy answer is : Because most people pretty much shouldnt have root as Android is a very nice ....but in the same time very sensible OS.
One small character error (Put M instead of N) in for exemple,the build.prop file...and the phone becomes useless until you "Repair" it with PC Companion ,or even worse,if its bootloader is unlocked ,totally bricked.
EDIT : Im not sure that you distinguish the diferences between "Rooting" and "Flashing/Upgrading". So in case you didnt get it :
Flash/Upgrade : Is upgrading or flashing another ROM or Android Version.
Rooting : Gaining Administrator rights on your Phone.
If ya need anything more mate,feel free to ask.
Respect
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Thanks xtrmshadow...i got almost all answers from u..but u dint answered to question no 2 i.e cani i root my xperia u without voiding warranty..?
thanks for everything..
vinaysweetheart007 said:
Thanks xtrmshadow...i got almost all answers from u..but u dint answered to question no 2 i.e cani i root my xperia u without voiding warranty..?
thanks for everything..
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Its a very questionable question .
No,rooting should not void your warranty.
I repeat ..."Should" , Sony said that only if you Unlock the bootloader,then you void your warranty,but they did not say anything about root....not that yes and nor that no.
Most people who bricked their rooted device had it repaired without any problem by the warranty.
So i cant say a 100% sure answer but ill say :
Its 85% safe to root and not void your warranty.
It depends on you really,but as i said,mostly its ok.
Respect
neectron said:
Try latest flashtool,it has Bin4ry's method integrated into it.
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I have been using the latest flashtool. v0.9.8.0
Flashtool says phone isn't connected in debugging mode, which it is.
ollieh84 said:
I have been using the latest flashtool. v0.9.8.0
Flashtool says phone isn't connected in debugging mode, which it is.
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Thats why you should use Bin4ry's method,and follow my instructions from this Thread on Page 1.
PS : If flashtool says phone isnt connected,you're probably missing some drivers. Go to the flashtool folder -> drivers folder -> execute the installer.
And select ALL the drivers,then install them and then try again.
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xtrmshadow said:
Thats why you should use Bin4ry's method,and follow my instructions from this Thread on Page 1.
PS : If flashtool says phone isnt connected,you're probably missing some drivers. Go to the flashtool folder -> drivers folder -> execute the installer.
And select ALL the drivers,then install them and then try again.
Respect
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Way ahead of you. I checked all the drivers on flashtool and installed them all to be sure. I have tried Bin4rys method about 20 times now and it doesn't work.
xtrmshadow thank u so much..u were so helpfull...
thanks for evrything..
xtrmshadow said:
Its a very questionable question .
No,rooting should not void your warranty.
I repeat ..."Should" , Sony said that only if you Unlock the bootloader,then you void your warranty,but they did not say anything about root....not that yes and nor that no.
Most people who bricked their rooted device had it repaired without any problem by the warranty.
So i cant say a 100% sure answer but ill say :
Its 85% safe to root and not void your warranty.
It depends on you really,but as i said,mostly its ok.
Respect
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Will I get extra storage
If I root xperia U??
root for xperia u
hi my xperia u has gb, software version 6.0.b.3.188 can i root it using Bin4ry method ?because it says for ics
prithvim7 said:
Will I get extra storage
If I root xperia U??
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No
sano5 said:
hi my xperia u has gb, software version 6.0.b.3.188 can i root it using Bin4ry method ?because it says for ics
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No
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Hi
Would really appreciate your guidance:
Ive an Xperia Go St27i on GB2.3.7 6.0.8.3.184
Which steps (linking me there would suffice if exist) should I follow to root the phone? Is this phone's firmware interchangeable with Xperia U or Sola ?
My understanding at this stage is that I should UPGRADE TO ICS then use this guide here to root. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
Do you agree? Thanks in advance. :good:
please help
currently i'm using xperia u android4.04, my question is: will my xperia u be upgraded to android 4.1jelly bean by sony??? and if not than how can i root it and upgrade to jellybean??? pls do reply.....
All you need to know about Owning a Z2
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INDEX
How to root
How to Unlock your bootloader
How to "Unbrick your Device"
Guide to Flashing Custom ROMs
How to install Custom Recovery"[UB]"
FAQ
FTF Compilation
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DisclaimerBy following any guides on this thread you are doing this at your own will so if you brick your device i am not at fault as you chose to do this. only your self can be blamed for incorrectly following the steps a guide
-Introduction to this threadthis thread is a help/info/reference thread to where you can find alot of what you need to know, if there isnt what you know ask or point out ill update the thread as soon as
Also Feel free to ask any questions here, even if they may be as silly! this is XDA and XDA developers is a place of learning and teaching and many other things
-Introduction to who i amnothing special here
move along citizen
-1.
How to Root
By modifying your device you are voiding your warrenty, unlocking your bootloader is concidered modifying your device and will void your Warrenty from seller and your Default Xperia Z2, 2 year warrrenty
Downgrade PRF Creator Method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2933155
Easy Root Tool(this has been noted to work on the latest update)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
Root Tool For locked Bootloaders
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2559009
Bin4ry Root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
Recovery For locked bootloaders:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
Downgrade method
1. Flash a Older Version of firmware that can be rooted via root tool
2. Install recovery for locked bootloader
3. Make a PreRooted Zip using PRF CREATOR
4. Flash that zip along with recovery.
5. done.
-2.
-Commonly Asked Questions
Q. Why do my Apple Earphones not work?
A. Alot of headphones dont work, it seems they work on 314 fw but not 402, perhaps try upgrading?
Q. Why does my NC headphones get Quieter when i turn on Nc
A. i do believe that because the Nc headphones are shooting counteracting wave frequencys which affect your ears but cant hear, they limit the volume for safety.
Q. What would you recomend to a newbie flasher?
A. ALWAYS keep a copy of a stock rom on your device
A. Backup often, sometimes you have to lose your data
A. Keep flashtool and a FTF at hand, it will save your Z2
A. Come here for info, your here reading this and learning arent you now?
A. Unlock your bootloader before flashing non stock based roms please
A. Non stock based example: CM11 , Slim Rom, AOSP, Envi-OS Touch, Ubuntu touch!
A. NEVER blame the devs unless they LIED TO YOU!
A. READ THE INSTRUCTIONS
A. READ THE DISCLAIMER
A. BUY ME ICE CREAM
A. Any thing else SEARCH, cant find it, SEARCH AGAIN, still cant find it?, ASK!!!
Q. I have flash CM11 but the camera does not work and the touch doesn't work after the screen turns off, what is the problem?
A. Its CM11, official, Unofficial and FXP unofficial all are not fully working, i recommend you go back to stock for now.
(10th of July 2014)
Q. How do i debrand my device
A. Debranding is just the removal of branding, you can debrand by flashing a unbranded FTF/Rom or by deleting branded apps and/or files from your ROM using root
Q. If i flash a branded FTF to an unbranded Device, do i have to worry about simlock or anything to do with the brand?
A. Nope.. Not at all, you will have apps n stuff but there shouldn't be any simlock
Q. i have a problem and im not sure if its normal how do i tell
A. It depends on what realy, post here or in the QnA section your question
Q. Why should i Buy a Z2 over a S5 or M8
A. Its down to what you want more, xperia Z2 has a simple, elegant and stylish look with a Lightweight UI which is packed with features whilst not being overpacked or left empty
Q. WHY is overclocking dangerous
A. Because you can burn out your CPU and any device without that is useless!
Q.Why shouldent i ask for ETA From a dev?
A. Because Usualy Devs dont even know when they are going to be done
Q. Can i use an xposed module made for another xperia?
A. Yes if that xperia has the same version of android as yours
Q. What is a bootloader?
A.it is a program that loads an operating system when a computer or phone is turned on.
Q. Could you explain a bootloader, locked or unlocked or well whats it about.
A. like mentioned in the FA Question above its the program that starts your system now with android the kernel is contained within the bootloader where as just the bootmanager which would be a PC, your bootloader is locked by a sort of verifacation system so when you remove of that it doesent verify or when it does it doesnt have anything to copare it to, that is unlocking your bootloader ( or what ive been told )
Q. Can i install a custom kernel on a locked bootloader?
A. not at all! dont even try it either, it will brick your xperia!
Q. What do you mean brick your device?
A. read this http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Brick_(electronics)
A. Brick in simple words means a dead phone
Q. Does unlocking your bootloader break X-Reality?
A. it Apears to Break X-Reality and Bionz
Q. Can i flash A Z2 kernel on to Z2 tablet or vice versa?
A. kernels are device specific. you cant flash a Z2 kernel to Z2 tablet or any other device.
Q. If my bootloader isnt unlockable is there a way to root?
A. There is a link at the top of the thread called index
Q. can i make my bootloader unlockable if it isn't?
A. no.
(try swapping your Z2 for a unlockable one)
Q. is there any ways to fix the overheating with my Z2?
A. as far as i have seen and know ... No not yet
Q. if i flash a rom from my Samsung to my Z2 will it work?
A. Never, it will brick you phone, Z2 roms only work on Z2 and Samsung or any other device roms wont work on a Z2 unless they are ported to Xperia Z2.
Q. my Xperia Z2 overheats when im using the camera, is there any fix
A. there is a workaround but its dangerous and i do not recoment
(this can be found in development sections)
if a question isnt up here ASK!
Recovering from a brick
-3.
How to recover your device from almost any kind of brick
Requirements
Flashtool
FTF of choice for your device
2 Rubber bands (I am serious but only if your device has no response)
Downloads
FTFs
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
Flashtool
http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
Requirements
Flashtool downloaded and installed
a FTF file downloaded
your ftf file placed in /flashtool/firmwares/ folder
drivers installed (check drivers.exe in the drivers folder)
Part 1
1. unplug your device from anything
2. open flashtool on your pc
3. plug your cable into your PC
4. do not plug the cable into your device
Part 2
1. Open the Flap on the Left Side of your device
2. Press and hold the RED Button for 30 secionds
3. Your device should buzz 3 times
4. If this does NOT work then find 2 rubber bands
5. once you have found 2 rubber bands put them around your device holding the volume up and power buttons
6. Wait for it to buzz 3 times.
7. continue.
if it does not take a few seconds then you need to put a rubber band around your device holding your power button and your volume up button, DO NOT LEAVE MORE THAN IT NEEDS TO BE LEFT, wait patiently for your device to buzz 3 times
Part 3
1. once your device has buzzed 3 times you are free to flash a FTF as your device is powered off
Part 4
1. if you dont know how to flash a FTF but have gotten as far as installing flashtool,Z2 drivers and downloading a FTF FOR YOUR DEVICE... then folow this step
2. within your flashtool window click on the lightning icon at the top left
3. select flashmode
4. navigate to where you downloaded your FTF (OR put your FTF in your /flashtool/firmwares folder)
5. select your FTF
6. Flashtool should give you a prompt to plug in your device
7. hold volume down and plug in your device
Part 5
1. wait for it to finish flashing
Part 6
1. your device is now recovered, enjoy...
Part 7 - Aditional Info
if all fails contact your insurance and ask for a replacement as sony may give you a replacement however you may be charged
if you cant afford it you can buy a new xperia Z2
if this happened without any modifacations aka by its self, then contact sony support as you are entitled to a free repair under Sony Xperia warrenty (2 years) which is given to all Sony Mobile Xperia Phones
-4.
- Unlocking your bootloader
Unlocking your bootloader is the allows custom kernels to be installed. it apears only X-Reality is broken along with Few Xperia Services Such as PlayStation Remote Play.
Unlocking your bootloader does wipe your TA partition and also your data and internal storage
Take note that Unlocking your bootloader will void your warrenty. some services do not care if your bootloaders are relock however some check if your DRM keys are existent.
Any modifacation to your device will imediately void your 2 year warrenty that comes with all Xperias given that you have proof of purchase.
-- How to unlock your bootloader
you can follow these instructions
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/
or
these instructions
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2440597
Note that with the Xpria Z2 you can root without unlocking your bootloader this means that you can back up your TA (Check Index for how to root )
-- How to Relock your bootloader
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45496437&postcount=2
Relocking your bootloader does not get your DRM keys back
Guide to Flashing
Guide to Flashing For Locked BootLoaders
1. Root and Recover
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53220418&postcount=2
to get a recovery which is needed to flash a rom you will need root first.
There is a link above which provides more links to 3 Different root Tools and a Recovery installer for Locked bootloader And unlocked
2. Pick a Rom
So once you have rooted and installed Recovery you can go ahead and find your self a rom to flash
Here is an Index of Roms/mods/tweaks/kernels -> Click me
3. Pre-Flashing stuff
so once you've downloaded it, you want to go and put the ZIP file on your Xperia Z2
you also want to download this and put it on your phone too -> click me Credit to @[NUT] as this is his creation ->Click Me for the full thread
Now that we have everything Ready to GO, lets Get flashing!
4. Flashing the Rom
this will be the Common process for flashing any Stock-Based Custom roms since all Stock-Based roms are for locked bootloader.
Flashing a Rom for Unlocked bootloader only on your Locked bootloader Device will brick your device.
A. Download ROM
B. Put ROM on Phone
C. Turn off Phone
D. Power on the phone and press volume Down when the light shows or keep pressing it while the Sony Logo Shows
#this will enter the recovery menu you installed earlier
~ you may want to click backup and backup your current System and Data
- You can restore at a later date if the rom your using is causing you problems
E. Click Install
F. Navigate to where you put your ROM and The Second file we Downloaded
G. Select the ROM then Click "Add more Zips" and add the other file we downloaded
H. simply Swipe to Confirm Flash
J. Once thats done click on "wipe cache/dalvik" and Swipe to confirm
K.. finaly you are good to go
-Simply Click Reboot and Enjoy your Custom rom
L. if your phone keeps starting up halfway and turning off and then restarting then you will have to go back into your Recovery
M. once your in the recovery menu again, Click Wipe and then Swipe, you are Wiping the user Data because some Stock bases roms such as "MIUI" may need it
N. if you installed a Rom for Unlocked bootloader and your Device isnt responding, try this guide to fix that -> Click here
O. not sure what else to put here
P. if i remember ill put something here
Useful Links
Forum Rules and guidelines (for new people)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2668689
A bunch of FTFs (some useful for someone )
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
How to Fix Noise Canceling
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=54730368&postcount=5
Digital Rights Management info(DRM keys - information)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2743240
SuperSU thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053
Flashtool website
http://flashtool.net
info about android and linux
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Android_(operating_system)
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Linux
Index of roms/kernels and tweaks thanks to @sud.vastav
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2765461
probably add some others if i remember to
Can Philz recovery be used instead of the standard CWM one? I know DoomLord made a thread saying it had been ported over unofficially but there hasn't really been any posts in that thread since 30th May. Philz recovery was always my fav to use on my GS3. Ideally I would like to flash Philz recovery & just keep the stock rom & kernel & root to block ads & change DPI & also use MyBackup Pro to it's full potential.
Thanks for posting all the info in one centralised thread though
BanziBaby said:
Can Philz recovery be used instead of the standard CWM one? I know DoomLord made a thread saying it had been ported over unofficially but there hasn't really been any posts in that thread since 30th May. Philz recovery was always my fav to use on my GS3. Ideally I would like to flash Philz recovery & just keep the stock rom & kernel & root to block ads & change DPI & also use MyBackup Pro to it's full potential.
Thanks for posting all the info in one centralised thread though
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,yes Philz can be used too instead of cwm, if you know how to flash and so on
Ill update OP thread
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Envious_Data said:
Q. Can i flash A Z2 kernel on to Z2 tablet or vice versa?
A. no kernels are device specific
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Do you mean "no, kernels are device specific" or that no kernel is device specific, meaning you can use kernels made for Z2 and the Z2 tablet?
leocooper said:
Do you mean "no, kernels are device specific" or that no kernel is device specific, meaning you can use kernels made for Z2 and the Z2 tablet?
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Oh grammar, kernels are device spesific aka Z2 kernel only works on Z2 and not tablet although they are almost the same on the inside
Time to update the thread thanks for pointing that out
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Great guides! Thank you so much for doing this
Envious_Data said:
All you need to know about Owning a Z2...
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Great info! Reckon you could also add, like, a section with obscure/hidden general productivity tips for the phone as well?
For example:
If you press and hold the right-hand side of the notification bar, it will change to quick settings allowing you to then swipe down for the quick settings.
From the home page, if you swipe from the very edge of a side of the screen, you can scroll 2 pages at once.
Etc.
@PulpDood
If you could write a post here with a list of secret features ill add to the index of the thread
Here is one for you
Press the page indicators to quickly scroll across pages in your home screen
Thanks if you do, credits to you
Edit-ill do later
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Screen rotation
Not sure if this is for on here or not but is it possible to have the screen rotation for the stock launcher on all the time and not just when a magnetic charger is connected? (I know other launchers are available)
evolutionisbad said:
Not sure if this is for on here or not but is it possible to have the screen rotation for the stock launcher on all the time and not just when a magnetic charger is connected? (I know other launchers are available)
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It seems there is a bug when you force rotate however ive found a soution. The problem is that you need root
You need to download and install
Xposed installer
Xperia rotation and multiline lables (this is the module name btw)
Gravity box(KK) can be used to rotate the lockscreen of which this require xposed too
Hope this helps
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Envious_Data said:
It seems there is a bug when you force rotate however ive found a soution. The problem is that you need root
You need to download and install
Xposed installer
Xperia rotation and multiline lables (this is the module name btw)
Gravity box(KK) can be used to rotate the lockscreen of which this require xposed too
Hope this helps
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Thanks, disappointing I have to root. I like to use stock for a while before I start to tamper with it
Actually thought I wouldn't need to root this as all I used root for was greenify but stamina mode seems to have better results.
Edit - found an app seems to work https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.spydiko.rotationmanager
Thanks again
I have already spammed the thanks button for you mate in this thread but your great simple guide now has my bootloader unlocked & rooted & booted as they say
Does yourself or anyone else knowa good app to edit the DPI to a setting that wont cause issues with play store or apps or games or what would be the best setting to use for editing the build prop file? I know the default is about 480 Previous device was galaxy s3 which by default was 320 but I always changed it to 240 or 245.
BanziBaby said:
I have already spammed the thanks button for you mate in this thread but your great simple guide now has my bootloader unlocked & rooted & booted as they say
Does yourself or anyone else knowa good app to edit the DPI to a setting that wont cause issues with play store or apps or games or what would be the best setting to use for editing the build prop file? I know the default is about 480 Previous device was galaxy s3 which by default was 320 but I always changed it to 240 or 245.
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I usualy use xplore, you have to enable superuser in the settings but the app is functional enough for file management
Default DPI is 480, some people said 460 n stuff like that is a nicer dpi to use, hvnt realy tried my self
Edit- you also have to give credit to the ppl who wrote the other threads who i liked here
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Of course mate, credits to all that wrote the info in your links, I just found the way you laid your guide out was much easier to follow, the thanks to yourself was collecting all the info in one handy thread