HI guys!!
I am a complete noob in unlock bootloader
now i own a ROOT xperia x10.
PURE ROOT. dont hav anythings change yet
baseband 2.1.71
kernal :2.6.29-00054-g5f01537 [email protected]#1
built number : 3.0.1.G.0.75
Xrecovery: havent install...
now is my question, which step should i do first if i want to unlock my x10 bootloader...
someone help please...
i really feel so helpless now....
please dont scold me...
i hope u guys can provide me the details... =)
THANK YOU YOU ALL... PLEASE HELP ME :crying:
How to Root and unlock the bootloader of Sony Ericsson your Xperia x10
Disclaimer: I nor xda-developers.com bear no responsibility for your phone.(this phone is not bricked easy so don't worry if anything goes wrong you could just flash a new stock 2.3.3 with flashtools)
1.download latest flashtools from here if not already done so: http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
2.Go here And the and download kernel upgrade and downgrade
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254087
3. On your phone go to setting>applacations>unknown sources and usb debugging in development and connect your phone to your computer with your data cable.
4. root would now become available in flashtools so press it(the unlocked lock ICON) and just wait for flashtools to reboot your phone. and you now have root access!
Installing a Recovery
In order to install a new Rom you would have to install a Recovery, if you already see one you want check to see if they need a CWM(CWM5 in flashtools) of just flash through Xrecovery(0.3 in flashtools)
So in order to install on you much have your phone connected and on flashtools click on the black square with a white cross in it and choose according.
Bootloader Unlocking.
5.unplug your phone and power it off. On the top bar in flashtools plugins should now be available with the "Unlocked bootloader" option, so press it and wait until it says to connect your phone then do so by holding down your back button(on your phone) and plugging in your USB cable(don't let go until you see your notifications light come on GREEN
6. While the unlocking is taking place look out for the "you can now unplug and turn on device, then plug it again" do it one time and just leave it to finish and say "successfully applied unlock. Rebooting
7. Smile because you can now flash custom kernel and so forth and so on.
thank you!!!!! =D u save my life!!! =D
now i have another question...
if i wanna flash kernel from domlord...
should i downgrade my phone via azuzu downgrade method??
kanglee123 said:
thank you!!!!! =D u save my life!!! =D
now i have another question...
if i wanna flash kernel from domlord...
should i downgrade my phone via azuzu downgrade method??
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Hi, no need downgrade and upgrade kernel are just for easing rooting and bootloader unlocking processes to be done. So since ya want to flash custom kernels, no need to upgrade/downgrade anymore. Just place your kernel ftf under firmware folder of flashtool, then flash it via flashtool. But doomlord kernel got two versions: lockedbootloader (flash via xrecovery) and unlocked bootloader(flash via flashtool) Hope helps. Goodluck
Whitefang
THANKS AGAIN!!
Whitefang, sorry that i am really completely noob in this
now i am still lock bootloader, and i have downloaded domlord kernel file,which is a zip file(for 2.3.3 lock bootloader)
so..can u explain more details to me about what should i do now?
can explain step by step ? please..
i know i should put the zip file to my sd card
after that ? how? i m using zdzihu Xrecovery..
kanglee123 said:
THANKS AGAIN!!
Whitefang, sorry that i am really completely noob in this
now i am still lock bootloader, and i have downloaded domlord kernel file,which is a zip file(for 2.3.3 lock bootloader)
so..can u explain more details to me about what should i do now?
can explain step by step ? please..
i know i should put the zip file to my sd card
after that ? how? i m using zdzihu Xrecovery..
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If your xrecovery working for flashing..just flash the zip of kernel. You might get "installation aborted" but nevermind, just reboot phone. When ya see another xperia boot logo, that means your kernel has changed done . Btw, optimal oc doomkernel preffered is 1113MHz, keep it in mind okay cheers
Whitefang
thx again!! so it means that after i had put the zip file into my sd card,
i should reboot n go in recovery mode
then choose the "install custom zip" ?
kanglee123 said:
thx again!! so it means that after i had put the zip file into my sd card,
i should reboot n go in recovery mode
then choose the "install custom zip" ?
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Yeap ya in the right path cheers
Whitefang
ghlople and
than you again !!! whitefang
help me for next one ><
i wanna use that X10s room(port xperia s to x10)
do u know about it ???
i follow a thread that saying that i just need to download the backup file from the post
and then i reboot in flashmode and restored the file that i downloaded
is it correct ? i am still a lock bootloader...
the post is here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29106815&postcount=3239
thank you =D
kanglee123 said:
than you again !!! whitefang
help me for next one ><
i wanna use that X10s room(port xperia s to x10)
do u know about it ???
i follow a thread that saying that i just need to download the backup file from the post
and then i reboot in flashmode and restored the file that i downloaded
is it correct ? i am still a lock bootloader...
the post is here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29106815&postcount=3239
thank you =D
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For that just put the extacted download file into xrecovery/backups in your sd card and in xrecicer hit backup and restore and find the restore of that rom ends with a 31 I think hope helps!!!
Sent from my X10i using xda premium
kanglee123 said:
than you again !!! whitefang
help me for next one ><
i wanna use that X10s room(port xperia s to x10)
do u know about it ???
i follow a thread that saying that i just need to download the backup file from the post
and then i reboot in flashmode and restored the file that i downloaded
is it correct ? i am still a lock bootloader...
the post is here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=29106815&postcount=3239
thank you =D
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I used v8 before, not v9 but i analysed the method
Yeah, download and extract the zip properly like tof37 senior said, name it and place it in right directory in ya sdcard.
Then get xrecovery mode and use "backup and restore" command then find ya folder then confirm, and let the restore done. Then, reboot and enjoy goodluck
Whitefang
thank for u two helps!! =D
now my phone is running on xperia s port !! =D
i hope in future i have question again ,
u guys can help me again =D
i just want to know why no one is interesting in doing one-step unlock program
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First of all, im newbie and i dont know much about this
I installed new wolfbreak v7 rom on xperia x10 but i cant get wifi working. I've read that i need doomlord's unlocked bootloaders so i downloaded .ftf file but i cant flash it, i get this in flashtool (newest version):
17/007/2012 13:07:13 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CLASS="SECURITY_CLASS";ERR_DYNAMIC="SIN header verification failed"
I was following this thread but i cant get it to flash.
And i know i need that CWM recovery to flash the wifi.zip file but how do i get that recovery.
If anyone can tell me how do i unlock bootloader on my phone (xperia x10). My phone is not sim-unlocked, only rooted.
Initially (from a shop) in the phone the bootloader is locked.
If you want to flash a kernel for unblocked bootloader, then at first it is needed to execute procedure of unlocking of bootloader.
how do i do that?
sukyman said:
how do i do that?
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Is your phone sim-unlocked? Cwm is included within doomkernel.
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
laneyofdeath said:
Is your phone sim-unlocked? Cwm is included within doomkernel.
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no, and i know that cwm is included within doomkernel but i cant flash that kernel
sukyman said:
no, and i know that cwm is included within doomkernel but i cant flash that kernel
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Oh ok apologies pal I never seen issue like that before maybe pm androxyde he may be able to shed light on it
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
laneyofdeath said:
Oh ok apologies pal I never seen issue like that before maybe pm androxyde he may be able to shed light on it
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
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Edit is ur bootloader still locked? If so I'd suggest unlocking (it very easy to do and can be relocked for warranty purposes etc)
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
u can follow below step to use CWM recovery:
1.download CWM recovery zip file and put it into SD card
2.boot into your phone installed recovery
3.select "Install custom zip" and select the CWM recovery zip file to flash
then u can use CWM recovery.
Hi, I'm on wolf's Rom.
First of, did you make a clean install starting from 2.1?
Then after rooting your phone & putting xrecovery onto it, you have to unlock your bootloader with the same flashtool. ( plug in phone & press unlock bootloader in flash tool)
After that's done, enter xrecovery, wipe everything(factory reset etc.) & install Wolf's Rom for UB Important is, do not reboot, take out your battery & flash dooms kernal through flash tool!!
When that's done, you can install dooms WiFi fix through xrecovery!!
Hope I could help you out
Sent from my X10 using Wolf's Gingerbread UB
Hi.
Could you link to both the kernels and the WiFi modules?
Sent from my X10i using Tapatalk
Try this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19699711#post19699711
Don't forget to press the thanks button
Sent from my X10 using Wolf's Gingerbread UB
For all of you having problems with unlocking bootloader. Simply follow this(I did this with Wolfbreak's v7 ROM on):
1. Download the latest Flashtool v0.6.7.0(you can get it here)
2. Run it, then plug the device.
3. (In flashtool) Go to Plugins> Unlock bootloader.
4. Follow the instructions in flashtool(always look at the log)
5. Done, your bootloader is unlocked.
Hope this helps
Download link is not reuploaded
EDIT: Oh and yeah, don't forget to install the flashtool drivers, it can be found on the install directory "Flashtool\drivers". If a message appears while installing just click "Install this driver anyway" it will appear many times, just keep on clicking it til installation is done. Good Luck everyone!
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ItBankRock said:
For all of you having problems with unlocking bootloader. Simply follow this(I did this with Wolfbreak's v7 ROM on):
1. Download the latest Flashtool v0.6.7.0(you can get it here)
2. Run it, then plug the device.
3. (In flashtool) Go to Plugins> Unlock bootloader.
4. Follow the instructions in flashtool(always look at the log)
5. Done, you're bootloader is unlocked.
Hope this helps
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EDIT: Oh and yeah, don't forget to install the flashtool drivers, it can be found on the install directory "Flashtool\drivers". If a message appears while installing just click "Install this driver anyway" it will appear many times, just keep on clicking it til installation is done. Good Luck everyone!
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some say to flash the Doomskernel after Bootloader unlocking , and then install the ROM , what is the correct procedure ..
Details here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1503211
Hi all ,
i might be getting my mini next week or so ~! and i am damn excited ( i killed my w8 and ace is too expensive )
but i would love to have a custom rom for my mini
- i did some research and this is what i found
-i wanted hybrom and in order to use it i need an unlocked bootloader
-so i went to http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_Mini_Pro:_Full_Update_Guide to see how it's done
-i somewhat understand it but....
here are my doubts
-how do you get ''fastboot'' and ''android SDK''?
-does it work for pro only ? how about just mini?
-when it says open ''terminal '' (on 5) what does it mean terminal ? i search my computer and there is no such thing as terminal ...
-oh and does unlock BL need a rooted phone? (should i root before unlock or unlock 1st?
-in order to use hybrom must i use a custom kernel ?
so can anyone help me?
You can see this link to download fastboot and android SDK (Use on unlocking bootloader)
I used that on unlocking the bootloader of my xperia mini ST15i and i believed that it can be use on any xperia 2011 devices.
I rooted my phone first before I unlock the bootloader.(I dont know if it can be the other way around)
To flash the Hybrom ROM, you need a custom Kernel.
Hope this help.
wait...thats for arc...is the steps the same?
Yeah.You will notice its for Xperia Arc but can be use on 2011 Xperia Devices.
Just follow the steps.
oh...so the diffrence is only the files that need to be donwload / execiuted / extracted?
Nope.You download and use the file in that link i gave to you.
huh?? u used Unlock Xperia Arc Bootloaders.zip file?
Yes.Like I said earlier it can be use on any xperia 2011 device.If your in a big doubt you can search around the forum.
wow ok! i will try it when i get my mini so .. in short
1.root my mini
2.unlock bootloader using the guide 100% follow it
3.flash a custom kernel eg rage kernel using cwm
4.using cwm flash hybrom v11
am i right
tohno said:
wow ok! i will try it when i get my mini so .. in short
1.root my mini
2.unlock bootloader using the guide 100% follow it
3.flash a custom kernel eg rage kernel using cwm
4.using cwm flash hybrom v11
am i right
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Yeah Right!
okay thanks neon ! will report if i succeeed
tohno said:
wow ok! i will try it when i get my mini so .. in short
1.root my mini
2.unlock bootloader using the guide 100% follow it
3.flash a custom kernel eg rage kernel using cwm
4.using cwm flash hybrom v11
am i right
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thats was not easy to root, it depend on your phone FW to root, if on .58 and below, u can use Easy Rooting Toolkit..
but if on .62 u should follow :
this method for no require unlocking bootloader,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1455216
and this method require unlocking bootloader,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1440161
what is FW ? and what is .58 .62? wait ...you mean the arc method cant be used ? and the links are dead
i was thinking of using flashtool to root my mini ..i think flashtool supports mini
tohno said:
what is FW ? and what is .58 .62? wait ...you mean the arc method cant be used ? and the links are dead
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FW is Firmware.. it is Permanent software programmed into your phone.. .58 and .62 is the FW version.. different FW version is difference method used to root..
---------- Post added at 09:38 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:36 AM ----------
tohno said:
i was thinking of using flashtool to root my mini ..i think flashtool supports mini
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yes, but on .62 version u cant root using flashtool.
dont root it, just unlock bootloader, flash kernel and then ROM
unlock using SE website, obtain key and download this file- http://www.mediafire.com/?0m6xovf60yx9xn3
extract this rar file, go to 'fastboot' folder, press 'shift' key and right click on background of folder,
select - 'open command window here' , connect phone holding vol+ and enter the commands written on SE bootloader unlock page
wow i read some comments on the mini ..the comments are quite bad ...they say keep force close , screen sucks etc ...at least in the malysian community ..a litle doubtful
metalrawk said:
dont root it, just unlock bootloader, flash kernel and then ROM
unlock using SE website, obtain key and download this file- http://www.mediafire.com/?0m6xovf60yx9xn3
extract this rar file, go to 'fastboot' folder, press 'shift' key and right click on background of folder,
select - 'open command window here' , connect phone holding vol+ and enter the commands written on SE bootloader unlock page
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but without root i cant use apps like tita backup etc ..and when you flash kernel does it come with auto root / cwm? how do you enter cwm with mini?
and i heard there are some overheat issues with the phone .. is this a serious issue ? is there a solution?
metalrawk said:
dont root it, just unlock bootloader, flash kernel and then ROM
unlock using SE website, obtain key and download this file- http://www.mediafire.com/?0m6xovf60yx9xn3
extract this rar file, go to 'fastboot' folder, press 'shift' key and right click on background of folder,
select - 'open command window here' , connect phone holding vol+ and enter the commands written on SE bootloader unlock page
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is this method without losing warranty?
First: the phone was rooted long ago succesfully - thats not the problem
i think i kinda f***** it up by trying to install feralab v14 custom rom over cyanogen 7 without performing cleaning, backup, putting a new kernel or firmware(dont know if i even need to do it). I've searched the forums far and wide, found nothing but dead links.
flashtool doesnt recognize the device(green light is on when i hold back and connect), s1tool doesnt recognize it... i cant enter bootloader i cant basically do anything with it.. can someone please help me?
Hi,
Are u on locked bootloader or unlocked one ?
Do u run Flashtool with admin rights if u use windows ?
Do u have the latest version of Flashtool ?
Do u have all the drivers installed for your device ?
Do u try PCC to go back to Stock Rom ?
a reply?
9andar said:
Hi,
Are u on locked bootloader or unlocked one ?
Do u run Flashtool with admin rights if u use windows ?
Do u have the latest version of Flashtool ?
Do u have all the drivers installed for your device ?
Do u try PCC to go back to Stock Rom ?
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i believe unlocked one, i was unable to check
i have xp sp3 idk how to
nope 0.2.5 latest version had some java error
i believe not i dont know how to install them i downloaded a ton of them
i dont know how
Woawww, with this ton of i don't know, it will be hard to help u...
First let's try with PC Companion (PCC) .. use the link in my signature "How to use PC Companion"...
To have it google is your friend it's the official app from Sony Ericsson
..
i already have pcc i will now take a look at the manual
edit btw i just flashed it with 2.1 firmware
roby00231 said:
i already have pcc i will now take a look at the manual
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did u try latest flashtool V 0.6.9.1 ??
FIND IT HERE
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i will if this doesnt succeed so far looking good, its downloading and installing stock rom
Once you're on StockRom, use flashtool to root...
If you are on 2.1 stock rom use flashtool to install a 2.3 stock rom, once you did it unlock your bootloader and install a kernel with his wifi module... Then you're ready to install FeraLab v14 or another rom...
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9andar said:
Once you're on StockRom, use flashtool to root...
If you are on 2.1 stock rom use flashtool to install a 2.3 stock rom, once you did it unlock your bootloader and install a kernel with his wifi module... Then you're ready to install FeraLab v14 or another rom...
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my phone was already rooted, do i need to root it again?
II may need some directions about unlocking bootloader and installing kernel and stuff..
and is xrecovery erased by this?
edit : Xperia X10 was updated with 3.0.1.G.0.75.
So now you are on 2.3.3...
You have to root again your phone...
Use the last version of flashtool...
And the guide by Crowds (It's in my signature "How to use Flashtool by Crowds")...
All is explained for all the stuff... Installation of Flashtool, the drivers needed, the rooting process, the unlocked bootloader process...
Once all is done, install a kernel (It's a .tft file) with flashtool (DooMKerneL, Thgo kernel, KCkernel... )
Don't forget it's wifi module (it's a zip file to copy on sdcard and install via recovery)...
Then, copy the rom you want on sd card and install it via recovery
9andar said:
So now you are on 2.3.3...
You have to root again your phone...
Use the last version of flashtool...
And the guide by Crowds (It's in my signature "How to use Flashtool by Crowds")...
All is explained for all the stuff... Installation of Flashtool, the drivers needed, the rooting process, the unlocked bootloader process...
Once all is done, install a kernel (It's a .tft file) with flashtool (DooMKerneL, Thgo kernel, KCkernel... )
Don't forget it's wifi module (it's a zip file to copy on sdcard and install via recovery)...
Then, copy the rom you want on sd card and install it via recovery
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Good job , I'm glad there are members like you that take time to help other members.
Rom: feralab volt v14
kernel: doom v06
rocking the unlocked bootloader,using xda premium app.
No prob, man, it's the XDA forum...
There is a lot of members who takes time to help and we're happy when a pb is fixed...
Enjoy your X10 now.... ;-)
EDIT : You can change the title and put [FIXED] or [SOLVED] it might help others who have the same pb....
uot
dont mind me asking but whats uot kitchen?
edit: thanks for all ur help i fixed everything, rooted it, unlocked bootloader, and installed doomkernel and feralab v14 and its all working perfectly
also stuck at sony ericcson text
i was trying to flash feralab 14.2 and got stuck after the rom installed. i changed all settings the way i wanted and have an unlocked bootloader. but i got stuck after the reboot and the pc companion keeps telling me there is no software for my x10 so repair mode won't finish. what do i do? problem
fixed. had to flash stock 2.3 ftf. flashtool wouldn't allow me to flack 2.1 stock.
Hy gus
I have a similar problem and i tried to follow the pdf that was provided but when i do i boot into xrecover 0.3.
info as follows:
Are u on locked bootloader or unlocked one ? AFAIK it was
Do u run Flashtool with admin rights if u use windows ? yes
Do u have the latest version of Flashtool ? yes 0.0.9
Do u have all the drivers installed for your device ? yes
Do u try PCC to go back to Stock Rom ? busy downloading now to try fix but i can't put into "download mode" so not sure what to do there.
Any thanks would be appreciated
Random_Sheep said:
Hy gus
I have a similar problem and i tried to follow the pdf that was provided but when i do i boot into xrecover 0.3.
info as follows:
Are u on locked bootloader or unlocked one ? AFAIK it was
Do u run Flashtool with admin rights if u use windows ? yes
Do u have the latest version of Flashtool ? yes 0.0.9
Do u have all the drivers installed for your device ? yes
Do u try PCC to go back to Stock Rom ? busy downloading now to try fix but i can't put into "download mode" so not sure what to do there.
Any thanks would be appreciated
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Buy download mode do you mean flash mode? Flashmode = phone off & unplugged, then while holding the back button plug in usb to pc. Should only get green led, no screen.
~Jaramie
from my LT28at rooted & eating an Ice Cream Sandwich
Ok i need some suggestions.
i have an unlock-able boot loader but have rooted.
out of boredom i figured i would change my fonts and copied them with file explorer, made sure permissions were set to rw-r-r.
now im stuck in a boot loop, i'm guesing it's because i'm on a stock ics rom.
my hardware is xperia s, rogers is my carrier, i'm rooted running ics.
is my fear of having to reinstall true? or is there another way to fix this?
thanks
hackit said:
Ok i need some suggestions.
i have an unlock-able boot loader but have rooted.
out of boredom i figured i would change my fonts and copied them with file explorer, made sure permissions were set to rw-r-r.
now im stuck in a boot loop, i'm guesing it's because i'm on a stock ics rom.
my hardware is xperia s, rogers is my carrier, i'm rooted running ics.
is my fear of having to reinstall true? or is there another way to fix this?
thanks
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Nope..I guess reinstalling is the only way bro
Sent from my LT26i
ashqmallik said:
Nope..I guess reinstalling is the only way bro
Sent from my LT26i
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is ADB on if so you could adb shell and dd them back in during the bootup i have recovered like this before
Pvy.
Adb = fastboot=anytime..but Fastboot method? U cld try but I prefer reinstalling a fresh ftf..in dis way u won't have even da slightest possibility of error occlusion as ur SEUS didn't work either so I prefer, reflash. U can try by goin to fastboot mode and push ur system.sin file through adb..see If it works
Sent from my LT26i
Uncheck the wipe data option in flashtool and Flash the ftf. This way you won't lose your data
Tapatalked !!
Rapier07 said:
Uncheck the wipe data option in flashtool and Flash the ftf. This way you won't lose your data
Tapatalked !!
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thanks for the replys guy's, this way i can keep my root right?
hackit said:
thanks for the replys guy's, this way i can keep my root right?
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If you re-flash then you will loose your root access but you can always gain it back. You just need to download the kernel (ICS/GB have different kernel) then flash it through fastboot. Though, if you want to keep ur stock kernel a.k.a ICS/GB kernel then u can do it too. Just let us know which one you want to do and we can guide u through :highfive:
Kernel Download:
DoomKernel (GB)
Xperia SSpeed (ICS)
Advanced Stock Kernel Build 14/15 (ICS)
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have fun :highfive:
Rapier07 said:
Uncheck the wipe data option in flashtool and Flash the ftf. This way you won't lose your data
Tapatalked !!
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ashqmallik said:
If you re-flash then you will loose your root access but you can always gain it back. You just need to download the kernel (ICS/GB have different kernel) then flash it through fastboot. Though, if you want to keep ur stock kernel a.k.a ICS/GB kernel then u can do it too. Just let us know which one you want to do and we can guide u through :highfive:
Kernel Download:
have fun :highfive:
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yeah i'm stuck with a locked boot-loader so stock kernel for me.
thanks
hackit said:
yeah i'm stuck with a locked boot-loader so stock kernel for me.
thanks
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You gotta locked bootloader or an unlocked one Dont worry, u can root both anywayz .
ashqmallik said:
You gotta locked bootloader or an unlocked one Dont worry, u can root both anywayz .
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my boot-loader is not unlock-able. i'm waiting for a way to unlock my boot-loader.
so with s1 server gone from se maybe it wont happen.
ashqmallik said:
You gotta locked bootloader or an unlocked one Dont worry, u can root both anywayz .
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this so sucks, i flashed gb instead of ics (i was on ics), so alot of force closes.:silly:
so i immediately flashed ics wiping the phone. now i have no root and the 3 step root is not working.
i guess i need to start all over right, go back to gb and then to ics?
i think i will now try another rom like XcreaM or maybe muiu..
hackit said:
this so sucks, i flashed gb instead of ics (i was on ics), so alot of force closes.:silly:
so i immediately flashed ics wiping the phone. now i have no root and the 3 step root is not working.
i guess i need to start all over right, go back to gb and then to ics?
i think i will now try another rom like XcreaM or maybe muiu..
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U dont need to go over GB to get ICS!! u can just flash ICS and root it . Am using 6.1.A.2.45 Generic NL stock firmware with custom KA v6 kernel and both of them are working pretty nicely without any hitch so far. Anywayz, heres what you do if you have an unlocked bootloader. Dial *#*#7378423#*#* to check your Bootloader status
Flash Firmware:
#Download stock ICS Firmware from here as an ftf.zip file. (I recommend 6.1.A.2.45 Generic NL)
#Downlaod and install latest Flashtool, unzip the ftf file and save the ftf file over at the 'firmware' folder in Flashtool.
#Connect your phone via usb to pc and let flashtool recongnize it
#Click the Thunder button in flashtool and choose Flashmode.
#Choose the ftf file. Dont click or touch anything else. Hit OK
#The flashtool will ask you to disconnect your phone.
#Disconnect your phone from usb. Turn it off.
#Hold down Power+Volume Down and connect the phone via usb to the pc. Green led (flashmode) will light up.
#Flashtool will automatically start flashing the new firmware.
#After finished flashing the firmware. Take it off from the usb and Reboot.
#Let our phone boot then go to Settings>Developer Options>tick right USB debugging (MUST)
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U'll need the below fastboot binaries and ANY ONE kernel to root your ICS (Any one)
#Fastboot Binaries (MUST)
#Xperia SSpeed v6 1.89GHz (KERNEL) (Highly Recommended if u want overclocked CPU, am using it and its clear and totally bug free)
or
#Advanced Kernel Build 14 (KERNEL)
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HOW TO ROOT:
1st Step:
#Download 7zip
#Right click on the ftf file which you have just flashed.
#Choose 7zip > Open archive
#Select just the kernel.sin file
#Click extract and save the file anywhere in desktop.
#Unzip the kernel folder (xsspeed or advanced kernel) that you have downloaded. Copy the kernel.elf file.
#Unzip and open the FASTBOOT BINARY folder. Go to 'fastboot' folder and paste the kernel.elf file
#Turn of your phone.
#Press Power Button+Volume UP Key and connect your phone via usb to your pc. BLUE led will light up (fastboot mode)
#The fastboot folder opened. Click 'SHIFT+RIGHT MOUSE BUTTON'
#Choose 'OPEN COMMAND WINDOW HERE' and you will get windows command prompt.
#Type the following command to check if device is connected.
Code:
fastboot devices
#Now flash the kernel
Code:
fastboot flash boot kernel.elf
#Now reboot from fastboot mode
Code:
fastboot reboot
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After the reboot, your phone will be rooted and will use custom kernel :highfive:
GETTING BACK TO STOCK KERNEL WITH ROOT ACCESS:
#Open Flashtool
#Turn off your phone and get into fastboot mode (Power+Volume UP then connect the phone via usb to pc. Blue led will turn on)
#Click the Thunder button and choose FASTBOOT
#Click 'Select Kernel To Flash'
#Choose the kernel.sin file that you have extracted earlier from the ftf file and saved earlier in your desktop.
#Reboot.
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Now your phone is rooted yet back to stock kernel
have fun :highfive: :highfive:
thanks for the guide.
now i'm back to ics and running Xcream (cool), with cwm & root. But without an unlocked boot-loader no extra tweaks for me. damn you rogers for locking my boot-loader.
so maybe you can help with a question. i have made a few themes for my older phones xperia x10, xperia play, htc raider, htc evo 3d. and really want to do the same for my xperia s.
now i have been reading and have the latest apk tool with the updates of apk tool jar and the aapt.exe.
i still can't recompile systemui.apk. and from what i'm reading you can't touch the framework res. now i'm use to using adb to push all my files to my phone.
so as the thread title said i was trying to change the font. and this caused a bootloop.
do you know of a guide or list of things we can tweak?
thanks
I have a Xperia U --- OS :Android :- ICS 4.0.4 (stock)
(unroot & locked bootloader) build number :- 6.1.1.b.1.54 (stock)
kernel :- 3.0.8+.... (stock)
my phone not root or unlock the bootloader ,but i want to install a jellybean stock rom by DevSwift1 .I download the flashtool and install it and the drivers,i download the rom,how do i do next steps,i found that i can`t root my phone via flash tool with this firmware(6.1.1.b.1.54 ) it said i have to flash a 6.1.1.b.1.10 kermel to root,and rom install instruction said flash another kernel to install the rom (http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2326515) .
1) how do i install the CWM recovery,i saw that Xperia u not support the rom mannager app. ?
2) is this [Kernel][Dec 04]Experimental v11a[JB 4.1.2] kernel pre install the cwm recovery ?
3)can i back up my current rom nad stock recovery how ?
4)your thoughts about devswift 1 rom ,i mean is it bug free and stable rom ?
5)tell me how to flash the rom ?
first answer my quetion (please put the numbers) secondly I need step by step, stock rom install guide from root to flash the rom....and don`t tell me just flash,pleas explain it futher,i mean bit more,this is my first time in xda and flashing a rom.(i got the boot unlock key)
guide it should be like this(IT easy to understand)
Eg:-
1)step, Root
> ***********
> ************
2)step, unlock boot loader
> ************
first of all choose a kernel and download it
second unlock your bootloader
after that install zip from sd card
finally choose devswift1 rom if you have problems with those pm me
you will get used to it and install every rom you like
i hope so
Prerequisite: go and unlock your boot loader. By unlocking your boot loader it saves you a lot of time in the future when you're flashing Roms since it will allow you to flash a custom kernel.
1) don't use ROM manager. CWM recovery is built into all custom kernels.
2) look at 1).
3) recovery is built into the kernel. backup can be done through CWM, it is pretty obvious once you are in there (volume for navigation, power for select)
4) I am ex-sony user but I've never touched this ROM but honestly everybody's opinion of a ROM will be different so try out different ones and to you see which is the most bug free and stable. To me I do not care about stuff like WiFi or HDMI because I never use it, but to some people it might be a major problem. So its a bit subjective.
5) instructions are included in the OP. Follow it VERY strictly (remember to flash the kernel, and remember to wipe before installing)
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The link to the ROM is broken, fix it.
If it's a stock rom you do not need to unlock bootloader just flash stock kernel as said root and install recovery.
So you want to install devswift jb?
Step 1
Unlock your boot loader at http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com
Follow the instructions there and unlock it.
Step 2
Download a kernel that includes cwm recovery.
Step 3
Download devswift jb
Step 4
Boot into recovery
Step 5
Follow thread instructions and flash!
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AndroidNoob69 said:
So you want to install devswift jb?
Step 1
Unlock your boot loader at http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com
Follow the instructions there and unlock it.
Step 2
Download a kernel that includes cwm recovery.
Step 3
Download devswift jb
Step 4
Boot into recovery
Step 5
Follow thread instructions and flash!
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thanks for for your all the help pepole...!
is the 6.1.1.b.1.10 kernel for root purpose only....? this is the jb kernel(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326515) is this built in CWM.....?
xperia anfer said:
thanks for for your all the help pepole...!
is the 6.1.1.b.1.10 kernel for root purpose only....? this is the jb kernel(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326515) is this built in CWM.....?
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For your info, this kernel is for jb so you need to flash an ICS kernel. If you flash a jb kernel it will end it in brick.
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This kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2299748 has cwm. Install it when you unlocked your bootloader and then download and flash devswift jb.
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AndroidNoob69 said:
For your info, this kernel is for jb so you need to flash an ICS kernel. If you flash a jb kernel it will end it in brick.
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that confuse me,do you mean i should not flash this kernel(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326515) even the rom install instruction say flash this kernel...? and with my current firmware (b.1.54) i can not flash via flashtool,thats why ask,do i need to flash b.1.10 kernel (ics) and root my phone and after that flash this kernel,[Kernel][Dec 04]Experimental v11a[JB 4.1.2],(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326515) to install the rom....?
xperia anfer said:
that confuse me,do you mean i should not flash this kernel(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326515) even the rom install instruction say flash this kernel...? and with my current firmware (b.1.54) i can not flash via flashtool,thats why ask,do i need to flash b.1.10 kernel (ics) and root my phone and after that flash this kernel,[Kernel][Dec 04]Experimental v11a[JB 4.1.2],(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326515) to install the rom....?
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My bad ignore my post unlock and follow devswift instructions sorry
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AndroidNoob69 said:
My bad ignore my post unlock and follow devswift instructions sorry
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no i don`t know anything,i just read blogs and xda fourms and find info,i am not sure about those things,i saw your all ready unlock your phone and install a rom,and you are a senior member ,so please....... help me and explain bit more about how to flash a stock rom for xperia u,please help me to flash a stock rom.........!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! don`t say look that thread thats why post a thred on Q & S.
xperia anfer said:
no i don`t know anything,i just read blogs and xda fourms and find info,i am not sure about those things,i saw your all ready unlock your phone and install a rom,and you are a senior member ,so please....... help me and explain bit more about how to flash a stock rom for xperia u,please help me to flash a stock rom.........!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! don`t say look that thread thats why post a thred on Q & S.
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OK so you first of all, unlock your bootloader.
Then, you visit the devswift's jb thread, download the ROM and the kernel he asked you to flash.
Next, you flash the kernel via fastboot. Now, you boot into recovery and flash the ROM which is now supposed to be in your SD card.
Now you wipe data, cache and dalvik. Then, you flash the ROM. Next you reboot and let it settle.
Actually after unlocking the bootloader you can just follow devswift's instructions and nothing will go wrong.
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AndroidNoob69 said:
OK so you first of all, unlock your bootloader.
Then, you visit the devswift's jb thread, download the ROM and the kernel he asked you to flash.
Next, you flash the kernel via fastboot. Now, you boot into recovery and flash the ROM which is now supposed to be in your SD card.
Now you wipe data, cache and dalvik. Then, you flash the ROM. Next you reboot and let it settle.
Actually after unlocking the bootloader you can just follow devswift's instructions and nothing will go wrong.
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sorry i may ask silly question..,but please answer,
do i need to root ? ,or unlocking bootloader automaticaly root my phone ?
xperia anfer said:
sorry i may ask silly question..,but please answer,
do i need to root ? ,or unlocking bootloader automaticaly root my phone ?
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hey man, you can unlock your bootloader in a simple step, you don't need to install tha sdk to your laptop or pc
you said that you already have a flashtool, and downloaded and installed drivers
note that if you unlock your bootloader the files will be gone (as in all file on phone and internal)
follow this step:
1. go to this site and get the code http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/ (click "start unlocking the boot loader", then click "continue", click "yes i'm sure", check the boxes and click "i accept", enter your name, imei (note: remove the last digit coz its only need 14 digits), enter your email, and later on they will send you for the unlock key, save it safely)
2. open flashtool, connect your device in usb debugging mode, check it on the settings
3. click the BLU at the top at the right of the flashicon
4. later it will ask you to disconnect your device, and power off it
5 reconnect your devicein the usb cable in FLASHMODE. (hold the volume down button while connecting to usb cable)
5. Againconnectt your phone in FASTBOOT mode. (hold volume up while connecting to usb cable)
6. It will prompt a window with your IMEI number, insert your unlock key and click "unlock".
wait to finish and reboot it's done,hope i help you :good:
xperia anfer said:
sorry i may ask silly question..,but please answer,
do i need to root ? ,or unlocking bootloader automaticaly root my phone ?
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Follow the post above to unlock. By flashing experimental kernel it will root and install cwm. Just unlock and follow what devswift says
Sent from Earth.
I had troubles the first time unlocking bootloader before on my Xperia SOLA the flashtool wasn't working to unlock. If flashtool doesn't work there is another way or other ways(I think) to unlock bootloader which happened to me. As I remembered I used a command on command prompt.
johnwilliam_a_k_a_trash said:
I had troubles the first time unlocking bootloader before on my Xperia SOLA the flashtool wasn't working to unlock. If flashtool doesn't work there is another way or other ways(I think) to unlock bootloader which happened to me. As I remembered I used a command on command prompt.
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that`s right,i need to try the officail way but nothing works ,and before i flash a kernel i i like to root my phone and back up the imei file ,because i saw that installing a flashing a rom delete that file,i just want to know how to unlock my bot loader and root after that i know how to flash rom... could someone lease help me.....!!!!!!!!!!!
xperia anfer said:
that`s right,i need to try the officail way but nothing works ,and before i flash a kernel i i like to root my phone and back up the imei file ,because i saw that installing a flashing a rom delete that file,i just want to know how to unlock my bot loader and root after that i know how to flash rom... could someone lease help me.....!!!!!!!!!!!
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Imei is device specific it wont delete but just backup your TA Partition in case you want your DRM keys. What you mean nothing works when you try and unlock bootloader
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Unlocking bootloader
Good thing I bookmarked this Youtube link. This is the method I used unlocking my bootloader. Just take note be sure your phone/xperia is one of those phones made in the specific year. Please check the link
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iRMDirxUu2A
Good luck!
Just saying don't hold menu when connecting hold VOLUME UP for fastboot and VOLUME DOWN for flash mode
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there are alot of youtube videos showing how install roms