Hello, I want to downgrade my soft in sk17i from 4.1.B.587 to 4.1.B.431. How can i do this? I already downloaded the soft.. I know that there is a program called flashtool but im afraid that something bad can happen to my phone :| Can you help me?
Download flashtool and the 4.1.B.431.ftf firmware for the sk17i
Now you go in the flashtool installation folder -> drivers and you install all drivers for all devices/modes. Place the 4.1.B.431 firmware in flashtool -> firmwares and launch flashtool. Now click on the flash, select flashmode, select the ftf, but don't tick wipe data, otherwise all your data is lost. Now click okay, turn off your phone, wait a few seconds, hold volume down and while holding volume down connect your phone via usb to your pc. Flashtool will flash the firmware automatically and when flashtool has finished, unplug your phone and start it :good:
mihahn said:
Download flashtool and the 4.1.B.431.ftf firmware for the sk17i
Now you go in the flashtool installation folder -> drivers and you install all drivers for all devices/modes. Place the 4.1.B.431 firmware in flashtool -> firmwares and launch flashtool. Now click on the flash, select flashmode, select the ftf, but don't tick wipe data, otherwise all your data is lost. Now click okay, turn off your phone, wait a few seconds, hold volume down and while holding volume down connect your phone via usb to your pc. Flashtool will flash the firmware automatically and when flashtool has finished, unplug your phone and start it :good:
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Done exactly what have you said but ..
11/037/2013 17:37:38 - WARN - This file is ignored : simlock.ta
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11/026/2013 17:26:53 - INFO - Checking header
11/026/2013 17:26:53 - INFO - Flashing data
11/026/2013 17:26:53 - INFO - Ending flash session
11/026/2013 17:26:53 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CLASS="SECURITY_CLASS";ERR_STATIC="IMAGE_ADDRESS_RANGE";ERR_DYNAMIC="SIN-block eraseblock mismatch";
Edit: Great, now my phone's not working at all :/
Are you sure you have selected the right ftf for your device?
I think so... I downloaded it from here mediafire.com/?7hsrd2wmuqgmmq1
You can close this thread, its solved, i downloaded it from other mirror and it worked. Thanks for help mate!
Re: [Q] SK17i Downgrade 4.1.B.587 to 4.1.B.431
Dangerziom said:
You can close this thread, its solved, i downloaded it from other mirror and it worked. Thanks for help mate!
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No need to close it, just add solved to the title
Don't forget to hit thanks
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i wanna go back to original rom that comes with xperia neo, but i just imagine how to use flashtool everyone just says "flash with flashtool" someone could give me steps how to do it?? full help needed full and clear steps please thx for help if i get any ^^
Steps to flash with Flashtool
1) Download the firmware you want to flash
2) Put it into the firmware folder in the C:/flashtool folder (or wherever you put the flashtool folder.
3) Run flashtool and click on the lighting symbol (flash button)
4) Select flashmode
5) The firmware folder will open, select the firmware you want
6) Follow on screen instructions to put phone into flashmode
7) when phone is conected in flashmode flashtool will start flashing the software
8) when it is finished disconect phone and if you got the correct firmware it should boot and all will be good.
Alternative you can use Wotan server.
The programm will detect you phone and guide you through the flashing.
But Flashtool is faster, if u manage to use that than do it ^^
Seriously no idea why you guys cannot search a little instead asking every time :/
There is a great guide already made for flashtool.
Hey,
I wanted to restore my backup but it didn't work and after rebooting my sola is now stuck in the sony Logo
I tried to flash the firmware, and the kernel but I always get the message:
22/040/2013 15:40:45 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CODE="0026";ERR_DYNAMIC="08 : TA flush failed";
It is Xperia Sola rooted Stock .54
Please help me :crying:
DatJoe said:
Hey,
I wanted to restore my backup but it didn't work and after rebooting my sola is now stuck in the sony Logo
I tried to flash the firmware, and the kernel but I always get the message:
22/040/2013 15:40:45 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CODE="0026";ERR_DYNAMIC="08 : TA flush failed";
It is Xperia Sola rooted Stock .54
Please help me :crying:
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did you try to update the version of flashtoo to 0.9.11.0l?
Did you try to flash any custom kernel too?
How many threads will you open?? Try hard restart.. Check if all the drivers are installed n flash just official ftf..
DaRk-L0rD said:
did you try to update the version of flashtoo to 0.9.11.0l?
Did you try to flash any custom kernel too?
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Okay, I'm downloading this version now, will report. No I didn't try any custom kernel, my BL is locked does it work anyway and may you give me a link if it would work?
rakz said:
How many threads will you open?? Try hard restart.. Check if all the drivers are installed n flash just official ftf..
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I'm sorry, but this is another problem.What do you mean with "Hard restart" I restarted the phone already but always stuck in Sony logo and I installed all drivers before. Before this happened everything worked with the Flashtool and the Firmwares/Kernels I downloaded.
DatJoe said:
Okay, I'm downloading this version now, will report. No I didn't try any custom kernel, my BL is locked does it work anyway and may you give me a link if it would work?
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Custom kernels are only for unlocked bootloader. I though you were on unlocked bootloader buddy.
Also, when you try to install a firmware via flashtool uncheck the option "final verification".
DaRk-L0rD said:
Custom kernels are only for unlocked bootloader. I though you were on unlocked bootloader buddy.
Also, when you try to install a firmware via flashtool uncheck the option "final verification".
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Okay, I have a locked BL. I tried it with unchecking it, same issue...
Which ftf file are you using!?? check if it is for locked bootloader!! Press power and volume+ together and wait until it vibrates three times.. This is hard restart
rakz992 said:
Which ftf file are you using!?? check if it is for locked bootloader!! Press power and volume+ together and wait until it vibrates three times.. This is hard restart
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I'm using MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_CE I downloaded it here and it worked before. Yeah Hard reset works but I'm still stuck in sonys logo.
I updated Flashtool but same problem
Really guys I hope you still have suggestions (
Do you have .10 ftf?? Try flashing it once .n I have to ask does it go into bootloop or just stays on sony logo for all time?!
It must be some problem with your drivers on pc, if u can enter fastboot mode then u shouldnt have problem flashing...
Sent from my ST25i using Tapatalk 4 Beta
rakz992 said:
Do you have .10 ftf?? Try flashing it once .n I have to ask does it go into bootloop or just stays on sony logo for all time?!
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No, I will download .10 ftf. No it just stays on the sony logo all the time.
It must be some problem with your drivers on pc, if u can enter fastboot mode then u shouldnt have problem flashing...
Sent from my ST25i using Tapatalk 4 Beta
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This can be because sometimes flashtool asks me to install drivers and when I'm installing them then there is the error. I Can't enter fastboot because I ha ve a locked BL.
In your pc go to c/flashtool/drivers n install that exe.. And if you're mobile just stays on sony logo then let it stay there for sometime.. May be some error with TA partition
rakz992 said:
In your pc go to c/flashtool/drivers n install that exe.. And if you're mobile just stays on sony logo then let it stay there for sometime.. May be some error with TA partition
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Yeah, I installed the drivers like 3 x times.
I re-installed the flashtool and downloaded another ftf here:
24/028/2013 13:28:06 - INFO - Selected MT27i / 6.1.1.B.1.10 / India
24/028/2013 13:28:06 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
24/028/2013 13:28:26 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
24/037/2013 13:37:14 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
24/037/2013 13:37:14 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
24/037/2013 13:37:14 - INFO - Reading device information
24/037/2013 13:37:14 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
24/037/2013 13:37:15 - INFO - Current device : MT27i - BX903CFKEJ - 1261-7807_R1G - 1254-4241_6.1.1.B.1.54 - WORLD_6.1.1.B.1.54
24/037/2013 13:37:15 - INFO - Start Flashing
24/037/2013 13:37:15 - INFO - Processing loader
24/037/2013 13:37:15 - INFO - Checking header
24/037/2013 13:37:15 - INFO - Flashing data
24/037/2013 13:37:19 - INFO - Loader : S1_Root_3065 - Version : R5E003 / Bootloader status : ROOTABLE
24/037/2013 13:37:19 - INFO - Disabling final data verification check
24/037/2013 13:37:19 - INFO - Ending flash session
24/037/2013 13:37:19 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CODE="0026";ERR_DYNAMIC="08 : TA flush failed";
24/037/2013 13:37:19 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
24/037/2013 13:37:19 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
24/037/2013 13:37:20 - INFO - Device disconnected
Same problem...
Please I need your help! :crying:
Using that ftf.. Untick everything n just tick kernel.. N flash. If it's successful then try flashing the whole ftf
rakz992 said:
Using that ftf.. Untick everything n just tick kernel.. N flash. If it's successful then try flashing the whole ftf
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It doesn't matter which ftf I'm flashing. I always get this error, but I'll try.
EDIT: Same Error....
DatJoe said:
Hey,
I wanted to restore my backup but it didn't work and after rebooting my sola is now stuck in the sony Logo
I tried to flash the firmware, and the kernel but I always get the message:
22/040/2013 15:40:45 - ERROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CODE="0026";ERR_DYNAMIC="08 : TA flush failed";
It is Xperia Sola rooted Stock .54
Please help me :crying:
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D/L flashtool and D/L MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_KERNEL.ftf. put that tft into >>C:\Flashtool\firmwares<< Then open flashtool and click on the lightning icon, Mode Selector pops up choose fflashmode, then chose the MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_KERNEL.ftf. Switch off the phone,press the volume down button,keep it pressed and connect the usb cable.:cyclops:
if u get that error again make sure that your bootloader is unlocked if not then i suggest that you unlock it.
ibless said:
D/L flashtool and D/L MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_KERNEL.ftf. put that tft into >>C:\Flashtool\firmwares<< Then open flashtool and click on the lightning icon, Mode Selector pops up choose fflashmode, then chose the MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_KERNEL.ftf. Switch off the phone,press the volume down button,keep it pressed and connect the usb cable.:cyclops:
if u get that error again make sure that your bootloader is unlocked if not then i suggest that you unlock it.
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Read the whole thread, and you'll see I still get the message.
If there isn't an other way to solve it, then I'll have to unlock it but is it possible when I can't use my phone?
DatJoe said:
Read the whole thread, and you'll see I still get the message.
If there isn't an other way to solve it, then I'll have to unlock it but is it possible when I can't use my phone?
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You can try! n thanks was by mistake
DatJoe said:
Read the whole thread, and you'll see I still get the message.
If there isn't an other way to solve it, then I'll have to unlock it but is it possible when I can't use my phone?
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Yes it is possible without having to start up your phone, and yes i read thread but take note on what i was refering to in detail i said MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_KERNEL and not {{MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_Global}}}. Either way just unlock your bootloader seeing as how u cant turn it on to get the imei their is another way with flashtool.
1) download and install latest Flashtool (Flashtool Version 0.9.11.0)
2) Start Flashtool and click on BLU button on the top its right next to the lightning rod
3) turn off your phone (Hold power button and volume up make sure it vibrates twice), connect phone to PC in flashmode(hold down volume down while connecting it to pc)
4) click on get unlock key button, it will switch you to Sony Mobile website, here complete all boxes
5) copy IMEI form Flashtool to Sony Mobile site, than you will get unlock code to your mailbox
6) copy unlock key to Flashtool window and than click unlock
7) connect phone in fastbootmode ( holding volume up while connecting it to pc)
8) wait to unlock finish.
you should now have unlocked bootloader. Then retry flashing the .54 i also say just flash .54_KERNEL and NOT .54_Global.
ibless said:
Yes it is possible without having to start up your phone, and yes i read thread but take note on what i was refering to in detail i said MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_KERNEL and not {{MT27_6.1.1.B.1.54_Global}}}. Either way just unlock your bootloader seeing as how u cant turn it on to get the imei their is another way with flashtool.
1) download and install latest Flashtool (Flashtool Version 0.9.11.0)
2) Start Flashtool and click on BLU button on the top its right next to the lightning rod
3) turn off your phone (Hold power button and volume up make sure it vibrates twice), connect phone to PC in flashmode(hold down volume down while connecting it to pc)
4) click on get unlock key button, it will switch you to Sony Mobile website, here complete all boxes
5) copy IMEI form Flashtool to Sony Mobile site, than you will get unlock code to your mailbox
6) copy unlock key to Flashtool window and than click unlock
7) connect phone in fastbootmode ( holding volume up while connecting it to pc)
8) wait to unlock finish.
you should now have unlocked bootloader. Then retry flashing the .54 i also say just flash .54_KERNEL and NOT .54_Global.
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Can I relock my phone and is the guarantee away?
what should i do unlocking the bootloader or sending the phone back to the shop? Would they take it ?
Hello i made this post so everyone can follow the instructions.
THIS GUIDE IS OUTDATED NOW .0.266 IS OUT WHICH MEANS THAT IF YOU FOLLOW THIS TUTORIAL YOUR PHONE FIRMWARE WILL BE OUTDATED YOU CAN USE THIS METHOD FOR .0.266 BUT IF ANYTHING HAPPENS TO YOUR PHONE IT WILL BE NOT MY RESPONSIBILITY
If you want to try to root your phone using this method ill leave a kernel link for .0.266 below in the download section
For a tested root method for 0.266 try my guide here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2656772
Doomlord gives some pretty clear instructions but a noob like my self some things does not make sence.
So i will post every step from the original thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405933
And i will just add some details to every step.
So the steps to root your phone are.
1)Download the three files from the download section below (the 3 files in the original thread or in this thread i will put the same excact files)
2)open FlashTool and flash the XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf - 6.78 MB file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable
2.1)open FlashTool and press the Lightning button
2.2)Select flashmode and then press ok
2.3)Select the kernel (ftf file) you want to flash .(for the first flasing as said above is the XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf file)
2.4)Unlpug and Power down the device
2.5)Wait 5 Seconds and the Plug it HOLDING the Volume Down button (this will put the device into flashmode)
2.6)When it says that the flashing is done unplug and power up the phone to make sure everything went as planned.
3)After the device booted up enable debugging mode (Settings->Developer Options -> Debugging Mode)
4)CLOSE FLASHTOOL <<< VVVIMP STEP
5)Extract the files from the DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in the root directory (anywhere you want basically Doomlord suggested the C directory but any will work just fine)
!!! ATTENTION AS DOOMLORD REFFERED IN THE ORIGINAL TUTORIAL THIS STEP IS CRUCIAL BECAUSE THE PHONE WONT BE ROOTED WITH A PREVIOUS VERSION DOWNLOAD THE FILE FROM THIS DESCRIPTION OR THE ORIGINAL THREAD
6.0) FOR THIS STEPP your phone needs to be in Debugging Mode AND have Unknown Sources Checked (if not go to Settings->Security -> Unknown sources)
6.1) execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of my easy rooting toolkit <<< VVVIMP STEP
6.1a) If you run windows on your PC run the "runme_win.bat" file
6.1b) If you run Linux on your PC run the "runme_linux.sh" file
6.1c) If you run Macintoish (Mac) on your PC run the "runme_mac.sh" file
6.2) Just double click the file to excecute
6.3) A window will pop up.Follow the instructions to root your phone (your phone must be in debugging mode (as said above) AND have unknown sources checked (if not watch step 6.0)
6.4)When the phone is rooted it will restart
7) Check if your phone is rooted.
7.1)Open App Drawer and search for an App called SuperSU (it will be the latest version)
7.2)Open The App and check that everything is ok.If a window pops up saying that the Super SU binary was not found something in the root proccess went wrong)
8) Once you checked the root state of your device reopen FlashTool.
8.1)once in FlashTool press the Lightning button
8.2)Select flashmode and then press ok
8.3)Select the kernel (ftf file) you want to flash .(for the second flashing you will use the XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.2.254_KernelOnly.ftf file)
8.4)Unlpug and Power down the device
8.5)Wait 5 Seconds and the Plug it HOLDING the Volume Down button (this will put the device into flashmode)
8.6)When it says that the flashing is done unplug and power up the phone to make sure everything went as planned.
9) Once the phone boots enjoy your newly rooted phone
The 3 Files you need:
1)http://d-h.st/Kh7 .257 Kernel File
2)http://d-h.st/1Gp Doomlords Root Toolkit
3)http://d-h.st/4EO .254 Kernel
4)https://mega.co.nz/#!yclEiIjY!yvOW6UzCJnnisamK26uLjmbAetl5mUbv4EyeyXmteTk .0.266 Android 4.3 update (Most recent orignal FW released by sony)
Do you have Windows 8 and you cant find a way to install the ADB drivers ?
check this forum thread now
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1583801
THIS THREAD HAS TEACHING PURPOSES ONLY!!! THIS WAS NOT CREATED BY ME BUT DOOMLORD!!!ALL RIGHTS ARE HIS!! ALWAYS CHECK THE ORIGINAL ARTICLE FOR INFO BEFORE FOLLOWING THESE STEPS\
Creator : Doomlord
That's nice for noob bro and even a intermediate like me..
its nice to see younger members putting things like step by step..thnks bud.
Prm593 said:
That's nice for noob bro and even a intermediate like me..
its nice to see younger members putting things like step by step..thnks bud.
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Thank you and you are welcome!!!
I am not a complete noob but i had a difficulty flashing the kernel and i was not familiar with flashtool so i made this guide!
And again thank you for your kind words
jackaros said:
Thank you and you are welcome!!!
I am not a complete noob but i had a difficulty flashing the kernel and i was not familiar with flashtool so i made this guide!
And again thank you for your kind words
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nah i was saying that nice tutorial for noobs bro
Prm593 said:
nah i was saying that nice tutorial for noobs bro
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Ok......
Flashtool says > Drivers need to be installed
jackaros said:
2.1)open FlashTool and press the Lightning button
2.2)Select flashmode and then press ok
2.3)Select the kernel (ftf file) you want to flash .(for the first flasing as said above is the XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf file)
2.4)Unlpug and Power down the device
2.5)Wait 5 Seconds and the Plug it HOLDING the Volume Down button (this will put the device into flashmode)
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After the step 2.5, the device shows the green light (indicating the flashmode)
but in the Flashtool it says :
31/039/2013 18:39:55 - ERROR - Drivers need to be installed for connected device.
31/039/2013 18:39:55 - ERROR - You can find them in the drivers folder of Flashtool.
31/040/2013 18:40:06 - INFO - Device disconnected
31/040/2013 18:40:16 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging off
31/040/2013 18:40:16 - INFO - For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode
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Apparently, the device goes into flashmode but flashtool doesn't detect it in there maybe because of some missing drivers, and the device turns off again. (If I'm getting it right)
I then tried to install drivers via C:/Flashtool/drivers/Flashtool-drivers.exe >> Xperia Z and SO-02E drivers + Flashmode Drivers + Flashboot Drivers
Repeating the process, gives the same results as mentioned above.
Please help.
max_rockzz said:
After the step 2.5, the device shows the green light (indicating the flashmode)
but in the Flashtool it says :
Apparently, the device goes into flashmode but flashtool doesn't detect it in there maybe because of some missing drivers, and the device turns off again. (If I'm getting it right)
I then tried to install drivers via C:/Flashtool/drivers/Flashtool-drivers.exe >> Xperia Z and SO-02E drivers + Flashmode Drivers + Flashboot Drivers
Repeating the process, gives the same results as mentioned above.
Please help.
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By Sellecting the Xperia Z you install the drivers for the Xperia Z NOT the SP.Shut your phone without opening flashtool then plug the cable while holding down the Volume Down button (so it boots in flashmode).
Your PC will install the Flashmode drivers
Then To be sure open flashtool click devices and then check drivers
It should show some items in the list
( I got this from mine
Code:
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - List of connected devices (Device Id) :
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - - USB\VID_0FCE&PID_5195\YT9106T3Z8 Driver installed : true
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - - USB\VID_0FCE&PID_5195&MI_00\6&2298B7A2&0&0000 Driver installed : true
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - - USB\VID_0FCE&PID_5195&MI_01\6&2298B7A2&0&0001 Driver installed : true
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - List of ADB devices :
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - - YT9106T3Z8
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - List of fastboot devices :
31/021/2013 17:21:08 - INFO - - none
)
If you dont see anything a trick that i did and worked for me is that i go to Devices --> Manage --> Import --> Sony Xperia SP
If you dont get anything in "Import" you must go to Devices --> Manage --> Export --> Xperia SP --> Devices --> Manage --> Import --> Sony Xperia SP
I hope this will fix your driver problem.
max_rockzz said:
After the step 2.5, the device shows the green light (indicating the flashmode)
but in the Flashtool it says :
Apparently, the device goes into flashmode but flashtool doesn't detect it in there maybe because of some missing drivers, and the device turns off again. (If I'm getting it right)
I then tried to install drivers via C:/Flashtool/drivers/Flashtool-drivers.exe >> Xperia Z and SO-02E drivers + Flashmode Drivers + Flashboot Drivers
Repeating the process, gives the same results as mentioned above.
Please help.
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Try installing this: CLICK HERE
Joku1981 said:
Try installing this: CLICK HERE
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Thanks for helping :laugh:
Is it is necessary to unlock the bootloader to root your xperia sp
No it doesn't, there are a lot of guides that shows up how to do it
Enviado desde mi C5302 usando Tapatalk 4
mabdullah007 said:
Is it is necessary to unlock the bootloader to root your xperia sp
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No of course not i have a locked bootloader as many rooted users have
Edit : but follow the instructions carefully so you won't brick your phone
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I have try but i struck at step where you have to flash the older frimware ( .257) which is rooted one ....when i flash the older frimware(.254) after rebooting it show (.245) which is the newer one ......so what to do ........
mabdullah007 said:
I have try but i struck at step where you have to flash the older frimware ( .257) which is rooted one ....when i flash the older frimware(.254) after rebooting it show (.245) which is the newer one ......so what to do ........
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245 is the new firmware
1 u flash 257
2 u root it
3 u flash 245 to get up to date
Simple as that
Edit : also download the original files from this post.
Ps: when i did the procedure it showed that my firmware version after flashing was 257 anyway try to root it and then flash 245 it may be just a display bug
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thanks for your reply i have rooted my phone ...........
hello, sorry to interrupt but i guess this is a very noob question. i can't flash the kernel only (files provided by doomlord). after opening the flashtool, i select flashmode and after that, in selecting the firmware, there's no .257 kernel only, and flashtool doesn't recognize the files because its not in the ftf format because its in the .zip format. please help me on what to do, cause i'm not getting it. and can someone give me a clear instruction on how to flash the kernel only. thank you in advance.
edit: problem solved! just a little google will help
sarkissmae said:
hello, sorry to interrupt but i guess this is a very noob question. i can't flash the kernel only (files provided by doomlord). after opening the flashtool, i select flashmode and after that, in selecting the firmware, there's no .257 kernel only, and flashtool doesn't recognize the files because its not in the ftf format because its in the .zip format. please help me on what to do, cause i'm not getting it. and can someone give me a clear instruction on how to flash the kernel only. thank you in advance.
edit: problem solved! just a little google will help
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Ok thanks for the notice but you can post it anyway so the next member with the same problem can see it
Sent from my C5303 using xda app-developers app
jackaros said:
Ok thanks for the notice but you can post it anyway so the next member with the same problem can see it
Sent from my C5303 using xda app-developers app
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i just realize that the file extensions of each file is hidden that's why i cannot change it at all. for example, the file provided by doomlord, it is in the .zip format, if i don't delete the .zip extension, it will not change at all even though i put .ftf extension on the last part of the file. so what i did is i go to control panel > folder options > under the View tab, i uncheck the hide extensions for known file type. after that, you can remove the .zip extension and change it to .ftf. i just realized this after searching at google. i hope this can help other members out there who has experienced the same difficulty as me.
sarkissmae said:
i just realize that the file extensions of each file is hidden that's why i cannot change it at all. for example, the file provided by doomlord, it is in the .zip format, if i don't delete the .zip extension, it will not change at all even though i put .ftf extension on the last part of the file. so what i did is i go to control panel > folder options > under the View tab, i uncheck the hide extensions for known file type. after that, you can remove the .zip extension and change it to .ftf. i just realized this after searching at google. i hope this can help other members out there who has experienced the same difficulty as me.
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Thanks for sharing the solution!
i tried to flash it on the firmware version 12.0.A.1.284
but it dosnt work !!! any ideas ?? thanks
So ive got the firmware i want, in the firmware file in my C drive
I click the flash button get it ready, I then connect my phone to the computer in flashmode and it doesnt do anything
so i click the flash button again and then select the firmware, then hit flash and it says this
02/058/2014 11:58:32 - ERROR - Cannot delete C:\Flashtool\.\firmwares\prepared\system.sin
02/058/2014 11:58:32 - INFO - Cannot open bundle. Flash operation canceled
what am i doing wrong!
Now that i posted this, its started working.
JackHanAnLG said:
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what am i doing wrong!
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Posting in the wrong section for a start
good to see you got it sorted
Hello, i'm getting an error when trying to downgrade my xperia z2 from 6.0.1 to 5.1.1. It says: "Processing of system.sin finished with errors." and the phone gets bricked after i reboot, "Software update failed, make sure that your phone is connected to the computer and try again". I have to use xperia companion to repair the phone.
I've tried everything but couldn't solve this error. Tried flashing with both usb debugging on and off, tried with 2 different stock rom 23.4.a.232 to no avail. What am i doing wrong?
You can see the log at here: http://textuploader.com/5erjb
-In case i can't solve the problem, is there another way to downgrade the firmware?
Thanks in advance.
If you don't know how to downgrade, I don't think you belong here. It's the most basic stuff.
Please post in the right section. Have you tried Googling this error?
Brick3 said:
Hello, i'm getting an error when trying to downgrade my xperia z2 from 6.0.1 to 5.1.1. It says: "Processing of system.sin finished with errors." and the phone gets bricked after i reboot, "Software update failed, make sure that your phone is connected to the computer and try again". I have to use xperia companion to repair the phone.
I've tried everything but couldn't solve this error. Tried flashing with both usb debugging on and off, tried with 2 different stock rom 23.4.a.232 to no avail. What am i doing wrong?
You can see the log at here: http://textuploader.com/5erjb
-In case i can't solve the problem, is there another way to downgrade the firmware?
Thanks in advance.
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use flashtool version 0.9.18.5 and uncheck "unknown" if u see that on flashing partitions
Download 5.1.1 ftf by using xperifirm.
Download and install latest flashtool.
Run flashtool and click flash button. Choose flash mode and then select your ftf file.( note: exclude all .ta files specially simlock.ta)
Now connect phone in flash mode. Switch off then press and hold volume down button while connecting cable to pc.
Then flash ftf. It will take some time to flash so wait. And do not disconnect in between.
venomxob said:
If you don't know how to downgrade, I don't think you belong here. It's the most basic stuff.
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Do you even know how to read? I know how to flash but i'm getting an error as i wrote.
If you're not gonna help get out of here!
prakashsinghbamal said:
Download 5.1.1 ftf by using xperifirm.
Download and install latest flashtool.
Run flashtool and click flash button. Choose flash mode and then select your ftf file.( note: exclude all .ta files specially simlock.ta)
Now connect phone in flash mode. Switch off then press and hold volume down button while connecting cable to pc.
Then flash ftf. It will take some time to flash so wait. And do not disconnect in between.
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raminta said:
use flashtool version 0.9.18.5 and uncheck "unknown" if u see that on flashing partitions
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Thanks guys, i don't know how but after several trying it worked.:good:
Brick3 said:
Hello, i'm getting an error when trying to downgrade my xperia z2 from 6.0.1 to 5.1.1. It says: "Processing of system.sin finished with errors." and the phone gets bricked after i reboot, "Software update failed, make sure that your phone is connected to the computer and try again". I have to use xperia companion to repair the phone.
I've tried everything but couldn't solve this error. Tried flashing with both usb debugging on and off, tried with 2 different stock rom 23.4.a.232 to no avail. What am i doing wrong?
You can see the log at here: http://textuploader.com/5erjb
-In case i can't solve the problem, is there another way to downgrade the firmware?
Thanks in advance.
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Install coreect drivers to flastool.
Try different version of flashtool and second:unpack the firmware ftf file via flashtool and will see is there exist file fw.info ?If there is delete him and flash again,and you succed.
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