I'm trying to downgrade my phone, I downloaded 4.0.2.A.0.42 and 4.0.1.A.0.283
When I import them to flash tool both show NO files at all.
What's the problem? I tried downloading the file from different location in case it turned out to be corrupted ...
Please help
1) which flashtool version are you using?
2) try with .ftf file from here(second part of the post): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24113310&postcount=64
Try older version of flashtool (v6 or v5 should be OK for usage with GB firmware), with v8 and up I had the same problem with firmware 42, firmware 62 works correctly for loading in new flashtool version.
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trying to use flashtool 0.2.9.1 to flash my rooted 02 uk branded x10i to generic uk 2.3 firmware (which i obtained from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=936733
i keep getting error turn on unknown sources and debugging .
i have both of these settings on as i have followed "how to update to 2.3 guides"(even the noob one first)and this one too http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1191681&page=11
help me please thanks folks
also tried latest flashtool no joy either
Thanks for the help in advance
Does the latest flashtool recognise that a phone is attached to it?
If not you need to download PCCompanion and install it to get the drivers updated.
However, the drivers should be included in the latest flashtool, (In a folder called drivers)
But try installing pccomapanion anyway...
currently these was working solution root on FW .62 or newer :
[TUT] DIY Rooted 4.0.2.A.0.62 or newer LOCKED bootloader
Root .62 firmware solution in SK17i [XPERIA MINI PRO] (ACCIDENTLY SOLVED)
Rooting live WT19i 4.0.2.A.0.62 above without unlock bootloader for Noob
if anyone know how root please post i have xperia mini st15i 62 FW
thanks ahead
if you want to try it,first thing you need to have flashtool.
You can download Flashtool from this thread
You need original file from SEUS in order to flash the original kernel (FW.62) back to you phone.
Kernel only Flashtool files :
- Xperia Arc LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Neo MT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Mini Pro SK17i_4.0.2.A.0.58_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Mini ST15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Active ST17i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Live With Walkman WT19i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
You will need loader.sin to create bundle for flashing original .62 kernel
i will working on a guide later :-D
downgrate to 42 Fw with wotanserver.com its best way
updated 1st post with completed guide. :-D
Please, also include sk17a for us south americans
puppet13th said:
To get ROOT working on .62 FW,we need to flash older kernel in order zergrush exploit to work on the ROM.
You need Flashtool found in this thread
download following flash file according to your device.
- Xperia Arc LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Neo MT15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Mini Pro SK17i_4.0.2.A.0.58_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Mini ST15i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Xperia Active ST17i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
- Live With Walkman WT19i_4.0.2.A.0.42_kernel only.ftf
put downloaded file to flashtool\firmware folder
flash your device using flashtool using downloaded file.
after that try to root your device with zergrush method
this can be achive using flashtool as well
after your phone was ROOTED,you need to flash .62 back to your device.
you need firmware from SEUS can be found on
SEUS\DB\13740270\blob_fs
copy any file named FILE_?????????
there should be 3 files like that,if you found serveral files like that copy the newest files
put it on one folder
download loader.sin and put it on that folder
create new bundle :
1. open flashtool
2. advanced -> decrypt files
3. point the folder contain SEUS FW + loader.sin
4. after file decrypted it will show bundle creation
5. just select kernel.sin and loader.sin
6. fill device , version and branding
7. flash your device with the newly created file
to test if your have correctly flash .62 kernel,try to run zergrush exploit on your device
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dont understand. it's need to unlocked bootloader?
root 62
I used Flashtool-0.6.6 and in it the "Flash FastBoot Mode"> "Select a HotBoot kernel" in which kernel to boot on your PC (I used it from FXP 103). after the start I went into recovery and flash file RootXperia.zip + Recovery-Addon.zip. then restart and mini default kernel + root + recovery
for files and Recovery RootXperia.zip-dik Addon.zip belongs to people from XDA.
I'm sorry for the google translator English better
afeeq said:
dont understand. it's need to unlocked bootloader?
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if zergrush exploit working on erlier kernel,it should give us a way to gain root access.
We don't need to unlock bootloader in order to flash kernel files that originally come from SEUS.
What do you actually mean with 'you need firmware from SEUS'?
I have been trying to figure out what SEUS is and where I can download it.
after your phone was ROOTED,you need to flash .62 back to your device.
you need firmware from SEUS can be found on
SEUS\DB\13740270\blob_fs
how to get? where is the link? can u upload video tutorial?
afeeq said:
after your phone was ROOTED,you need to flash .62 back to your device.
you need firmware from SEUS can be found on
SEUS\DB\13740270\blob_fs
how to get? where is the link? can u upload video tutorial?
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SEUS = Sony Ericsson Update Service
that is location example
usualy SEUS installed on "c:\program files\sony ericsson\update service"
puppet13th said:
SEUS = Sony Ericsson Update Service
that is location example
usualy SEUS installed on "c:\program files\sony ericsson\update service"
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i didnt found any folder of file update service on my sony ericsson folder
I have 8 file named FILE_.....
What should I do?
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Hello, I have flashed my phone back to the .58 kernel, but I still can't root. In the service menu it now says:
Phone software version: 1244-7088_4.0.2.A.0.58, generic - user
but file system version says: world-i_4.0.2.A.0.62
In the "about phone" menu, it also says build .62.
The deletable pre-installed apps such as Wise Pilot and UEFA came back and PCC tells me that is new firmware available again (.62)
What am I doing wrong?
afeeq said:
i didnt found any folder of file update service on my sony ericsson folder
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Same thing here. I don't even have a update service folder. Mine says update engine. Still can't find SEUS\DB\13740270\blob_fs.
And you say SEUS is Sony Ericsson Update Service, is that the same as Sony Ericsson PC Companion?
im not sure about this step:
6. fill device , version and branding
is there some way i can copy the exact same values from my current rom? im not sure what to enter here. i use a .62 claro operator sk17a
just tried this on my sk17a and i couldnt flash the kernel - nothing happens, and it says that i do not have debug on - which is not true..
which flash mode am i supposed to use? i used 'flashmode', not the 'fast boot one' - should i use it?
maybe i need a different kernel to do it? anyone was able to
It's look like zergrush exploit patch was stored at /system partition,so if we just flash older kernel will not revert the zergrush exploit patch.if we want to use. 62 firmware we need .62 update.zip ROM that contain su binary stored on /system partition.
Okay, I have a big problem with my phone, I decided to redo the operating system to a new version/ROM because the one i was using on it before several issues where coming up with it, 1: I Couldn't connect to other providers even though i had phone unlocked. 2: Some default programs where having problems starting.
So When doing a kernel upgrade my phone did not respond kept staying for 2 hours on the "SE" logo, and would not budge, so i decided to remake it, after about 4 hours i was able to get a OS on it, but this OS was older and out of date, when trying to go back to xRecovery it did not want to come up, i downloaded a Reboot to Recovery APK, which informed me that My "xRecovery" was not installed, which is weird because it was installed before.
I been trying to get the Default root method to install xRecovery which every time i ran the "Flash tools" program, it would not allow me to install xRecovery.
If anyone can contact me on skype "mradziwilko" to help me out, or post here ill be here checking on forum every min.
Thanks
Anyone would love some help?
lucindavay said:
Anyone would love some help?
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Hi buddy, Have you tried to use ftf file like zahdi5h, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2212260 to update?
You have to have unlocked boot loader and you can drag and drop the ftf into flash tool. Make sure you tick no final verification in flashtool or you will get error.
If that don't work then I suggest starting over with fresh 2.3.3.
Go back to stock using Sony Ericsson Update Service (seus) Use google or search threads for program.
Then just re-do, unlock boot loader and install recovery again with flashtool.
Hopefully zahdi5h ftf file will get you out of trouble.
doodownunda said:
Hi buddy, Have you tried to use ftf file like zahdi5h, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2212260 to update?
You have to have unlocked boot loader and you can drag and drop the ftf into flash tool. Make sure you tick no final verification in flashtool or you will get error.
If that don't work then I suggest starting over with fresh 2.3.3.
Go back to stock using Sony Ericsson Update Service (seus) Use google or search threads for program.
Then just re-do, unlock boot loader and install recovery again with flashtool.
Hopefully zahdi5h ftf file will get you out of trouble.
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I downloaded this FTF File, when opening it with the latest Flash Tool, it does not Recognize it.
Is their a possability you can link me another FTF, i know CM9 worked, but because i dont have a boot loader i need a ftf to be flashed, i tried with the IMG file, but the flashtool.exe keeps saying <Waiting for Device> and does nothing.
Also to add more info :
My Phone I thought was originaly a Xperia X10a, which it bios it says its a Xperia X10i.
lucindavay said:
I downloaded this FTF File, when opening it with the latest Flash Tool, it does not Recognize it.
Is their a possability you can link me another FTF, i know CM9 worked, but because i dont have a boot loader i need a ftf to be flashed, i tried with the IMG file, but the flashtool.exe keeps saying <Waiting for Device> and does nothing.
Also to add more info :
My Phone I thought was originaly a Xperia X10a, which it bios it says its a Xperia X10i.
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Hi mate is your boot loader unlocked? If not then unlock it with flashtool. Try Version 0.9.10.1 of flashtool. Work's for me.
Download from http://androxyde.github.io/index.html?1373179542000
And you can also drag and drop the FTF file into flash-tool. FTF contains Kernel and rom., tick the no final verification box on bottom right.
doodownunda said:
Hi mate is your boot loader unlocked? If not then unlock it with flashtool. Try Version 0.9.10.1 of flashtool. Work's for me.
Download from http://androxyde.github.io/index.html?1373179542000
And you can also drag and drop the FTF file into flash-tool. FTF contains Kernel and rom., tick the no final verification box on bottom right.
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Yes, i did try that tool, problem is I cant find a FTF File that works, I did try that one the person message but the program doesn't recognize it as a valid FTF file, re-downloaded it 5 times now.
Hello,
i downloaded the latest firmware with XperiFirm.
Now i want do flash it with the Software called Emma.
In the folder of the firmware i downloaded are 28 files and 1 folder called boot.
How do i flash this firmware with Emma?
I hope anyone could help me because i am not experienced with flashing firmwares.
BR
Zillinda
https://talk.sonymobile.com/t5/Andr...ony-Flash-tool-for-Xperia-devices/td-p/307318
Google is ur friend, but os emma for unlocked bootloaders only?
You can upgrade by this tool also
http://www.flashtool.net/
Does anyone know where Emma stores downloaded services (roms)? I'd like to save it for later use. I'm using Windows 10 x64 and older answers seem to be outdated. It now installs to "C:\Users\username\AppData\Local\Sony Mobile\Xperia Flash Tool"
edit: Found it in "C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Xperia Flash Tool\2021-01-04-173003\localstorage\Default"
There are 3 json info files and 3 files with no extension that you can open with 7zip.
Like many Sony owners out there, I wanted to get the fingerprint scanner to work on the new XZ1 phone and all was going well when I loaded the Sony Flasher, then was able to download the CE1 (central European) firmware. I was even able to uncompress all the files out of the FTF file BUT here is where it stops...
When I go to FLASH the new firmware the Flasher software can't even see any of the new downloaded firmwares as the Firmware Selector is empty. I've looked all over in the Flashtool/Firmware directories and can see them in Windows Explorer but the Flasher can't.
Do I need to add a file/files so that the Flash tool can see it? I've run out of ideas.
Thanks in advance for your help.
Cheers!
Martin
Maybe this guide would help you
http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...re-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide/
For flashing a firmware, it must be in ftf format, and be located in a folder outside of flashtool folder.