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Hello guys,
I am a pure NOOB regarding Flashing, rooting and such stuff..
Yesterday, i went through Xperia Blog and found out that my Xperia Mini Pro will not be getting JB anymore, i was shocked... I am left with a buggy ICS which is bloated and a battery hog.....
I searched in Google if there is an alternate way to install JB and finally found out about Cyanogen Mod 10... As i am a newbie, i am just ignorant about all the steps that is being mentioned on each steps for installing it like for instance to Flash, Root etc...
Can anyone guide me through in installing JB or maybe a link to a thread with a detailed instruction for a noob like me..
Thanks Guys..
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* then goto Servicr info--->Configuration and tell us the Rooting Status
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Okay, but for these steps you will loose your warranty.
Look in my signature, there's how to unlock the bootloader. This is necessary to flash the custom cyanogenmod 10 kernel. But you can only unlock if your rooting status is "Bootloader unlock allowed: yes", like jobayer said.
If your bootloader is already unlocked (only if you bought it second hand and the guy before you unlocked it), your bootloader status is "Bootloader unlocked: yes". Then you can go on with my tutorial how to install a custom rom. There's explained how to flash the kernel (boot.img) and how to install the rom.
If your rooting status is "bootloader unlock allowed: no", you can't do anything, except from paying for unlock the bootloader. This is hard to unlock, so I hope you have the rooting status "Bootloader unlock allowed: yes" :good:
For any questions just ask
BootLoader Unlock allowed: Yes
Hello,
Thanks for the speedy reply...:fingers-crossed:
It says Rooting Status:
BootLoader Unlock allowed: Yes
Think i am in luck..eh!!
williamgurumayum said:
Hello,
Thanks for the speedy reply...:fingers-crossed:
It says Rooting Status:
BootLoader Unlock allowed: Yes
Think i am in luck..eh!!
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Yes, now, if you want to install cyanogenmod, you can go on with unlocking bootloader. This will void warranty! If you want to, please look in my signature for a guide
If the bootloader is unlocked, you could go on with how to install a custom kernel/rom.
Hope these tutorials could help you, for any questions just ask
You can easily unlock your bootloader by this toolkit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1560613
(without writing any commands)
Then install a prerooted kernel to get root access
I suggest Kamarushv3 kernel... It is prerooted and will install clockworkmod
Then you will have to download FXP 142... the most stable CM10 for xperia mini
Then flash the kernel provided by fxp from the toolkit mentioned above
Your kernel will be installed
Then just flash the zip file via clockworkmod...
You will have JB running on your device
PREDATOR95 said:
Then install a prerooted kernel to get root access
I suggest Kamarushv3 kernel... It is prerooted and will install clockworkmod
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Do i need this?
Then you will have to download FXP 142... the most stable CM10 for xperia mini
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I visited FreeXperia page and downloaded this, i think it is 138
hotfile.com/dl/173456870/43e9f18/FXP138-cm-10-20120916-UNOFFICIAL-mango.zip.html
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Can you please post the link for 142
Thanks for the great help..i really really appreciate it a lot..
http://code.google.com/p/freexperia/wiki/CyanogenMod10
Here are the download links for all cm10 FXP
i strongly recommend fxp142
In fxp138 camera don't work and it lags too much
And about Kamarushv3 kernel... It is easier to root this way... Otherwise you have to downgrade to gingerbread to root your phone
But by flashing any prerooted kernel you can directly get rooted...
Instead of saying thanks... You can always press thanks button
If you still face any problems... Just ask:thumbup:
PREDATOR95 said:
http://code.google.com/p/freexperia/wiki/CyanogenMod10
And about Kamarushv3 kernel... It is easier to root this way... Otherwise you have to downgrade to gingerbread to root your phone
But by flashing any prerooted kernel you can directly get rooted...
If you still face any problems... Just ask:thumbup:
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This step isn't necessary, if he wants to install cyanogenmod he could just flash cyanogenmod kernel, cause this one has cwm included and he doesn't need a rooted rom before
mihahn said:
This step isn't necessary, if he wants to install cyanogenmod he could just flash cyanogenmod kernel, cause this one has cwm included and he doesn't need a rooted rom before
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I didn't knew if fxp kernel was prerooted or not... So gave a general method...
PREDATOR95 said:
I didn't knew if fxp kernel was prerooted or not... So gave a general method...
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Okay, yes, because cm10 kernel by fxp is only for cm10 rom, so it's prerooted
Generally there are many kernels like rage kernel, panic, mesa, etc...
mihahn said:
This step isn't necessary, if he wants to install cyanogenmod he could just flash cyanogenmod kernel, cause this one has cwm included and he doesn't need a rooted rom before
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Guys!! Am confused, do i just need to follow the steps as stated by mihahn in his post. Or do i need a rooted phone in order to install CyanogenMod10. I am planning to do it on Wednesday. I am gathering all the stuffs now
So far i have the following tools:
1. FXP142_CM10.zip
2. flashboot.exe
3. SE Bootloader Unlocking Tool by quangnhut123
As far i have read and learnt, i think i have all the tools that i need, right Guys?
Thanks
williamgurumayum said:
Guys!! Am confused, do i just need to follow the steps as stated by mihahn in his post. Or do i need a rooted phone in order to install CyanogenMod10. I am planning to do it on Wednesday. I am gathering all the stuffs now
So far i have the following tools:
1. FXP142_CM10.zip
2. flashboot.exe
3. SE Bootloader Unlocking Tool by quangnhut123
As far i have read and learnt, i think i have all the tools that i need, right Guys?
Thanks
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Yup you must have your phone rooted to flash any custom ROM... In your case CM10 BY FXP
but as mihahn mentioned above that fxp kernel is prerooted...
So your phone will be rooted the moment you install the kernel... Clockworkmod will be installed
And then just flash the fxp142 zip via clockworkmod :thumbup:
To flash kernel
Follow steps given in quangnhut123 thread
You must have Microsoft .NET framework 3.5 installed to use the toolkit
williamgurumayum said:
Guys!! Am confused, do i just need to follow the steps as stated by mihahn in his post. Or do i need a rooted phone in order to install CyanogenMod10. I am planning to do it on Wednesday. I am gathering all the stuffs now
So far i have the following tools:
1. FXP142_CM10.zip
2. flashboot.exe
3. SE Bootloader Unlocking Tool by quangnhut123
As far i have read and learnt, i think i have all the tools that i need, right Guys?
Thanks
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First put the FXP142 zip and the gapps for jelly bean on your sd card
If you mean fastboot.exe with flashboot.exe, no. You don't need it. Just download the SE Bootloader Unlocking Tool and run it. Follow the instructions to unlock the bootloader.
After that you can flash the kernel (which is a boot.img in the FXP142_CM10.zip, extract the zip and you have the boot.img). Now you flash the boot.img.
If there are no errors/bad blocks in the log disconnect the device and boot it. Press volume down again and again. Then you are in clockworkmod. Choose wipe data/factory reset and advanced -> wipe dalvik cache (you navigate with the volume + and - button and select with the home button, back with back button).
Now install zip from sd card -> choose zip -> choose the FXP142 zip. Wait until it has finished installing. Now you flash the gapps for jelly bean with install zip from sd card ...
Reboot and enjoy
i think i will be using mihahn's step as written in his post.. I think it is quite user friendly for a noob like me..
First i will unlocked the BL as instructed by mihahn in his post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376248#post31376248
and then i will install FXP10 as instructed in his post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1879982
Hope i will not have a Brick phone..Keeping my fingers crossed..
UPDATE:
successfully updated to Jelly Bean yesterday with help from mihahn and PREDATOR95. Thanks again Guys....
The new Jelly Bean from CyanogeMod from Free Xperia is much much more smoother and faster than the ICS that was offered by Sony, although i miss few features of Sony, but i don't mind it as i am no longer using that laggy and buggy ICS of Sony......
Loving every bit of my new Android version.. So smooth even in its alpha(or maybe Beta) phase.........
Thanks guys...
williamgurumayum said:
UPDATE:
successfully updated to Jelly Bean yesterday with help from mihahn and PREDATOR95. Thanks again Guys....
The new Jelly Bean from CyanogeMod from Free Xperia is much much more smoother and faster than the ICS that was offered by Sony, although i miss few features of Sony, but i don't mind it as i am no longer using that laggy and buggy ICS of Sony......
Loving every bit of my new Android version.. So smooth even in its alpha(or maybe Beta) phase.........
Thanks guys...
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If you need any help just ask or message...
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i notice something today...
when i tried to end my call, after a min or two of conversation, the screen is locked( i use pattern lock). Is this natural?
coz i don't find a way to end my call as the screen is locked...
And PREDATOR95 Thanks for the Keyboard app.. I have press the Thanks here in this post
williamgurumayum said:
i notice something today...
when i tried to end my call, after a min or two of conversation, the screen is locked( i use pattern lock). Is this natural?
coz i don't find a way to end my call as the screen is locked...
And PREDATOR95 Thanks for the Keyboard app.. I have press the Thanks here in this post
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Go in settings >accessibility
Select "power button ends call"
Now you can end calls by pressing power button...
Its just an alternative to the solution of your problem...
I don't use the Pattern lock... And don't have any knowledge about this bug
You should better ask Mihahn or FXP
Sent via Smultron
PREDATOR95 said:
Go in settings >accessibility
Select "power button ends call"
Now you can end calls by pressing power button...
Its just an alternative to the solution of your problem...
I don't use the Pattern lock... And don't have any knowledge about this bug
You should better ask Mihahn or FXP
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Yes this is a bug, the proximity sensor is not working. There should be a fix around here, but not sure if there's one for sk17i yet. You could ask in FXP Cm10 thread, there are fixes for lww and st15i, maybe there's one for sk17i, too
EDIT:: Try this, but please make a nandroid backup before and backup the old configuration. Just in case it's not working!
Hey guys,I own optimus one and I m used to rooting and stuff but my brother owns xperia mini pro so I need to install cyanogenmod (9 or10) whichever is stable.I had gone through various guides and stickies yet I want to be dead sure that I don't mess up my brothers handset. Its kinda new coz bootloader needs to be unlocked and also kernel image needed to be flashed separately unlike in optimus one.
Now I want help of you guys in the following manner like:-
1. My brothers mini pro is on ICS 4.1.B.0.587 and the rooting tutorial provided here for the said firmware
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/41119?start=0&tstart=0 is not clear to me coz it says that first I need to install some kernel [only mini mentioned here] then next I need to flash another kernel according to firmware. Can someone explain what is being done in this and why rooting is so complicated in this.
2. Certain ROM's say that you need to flash kernel first using flashtool
My query is that all ROM's that I flashed till now on optimus one included kernel and I only needed to flash ROM zip through cwm.. So do I need to flash kernel everytime I flash ROM!! and isn't there flashable zip for kernel too!!
3. FXP ROM's do not contain things like what's working and what's not, it only has issue tracker so it become difficult for new comer to know the bugs in ROM. Can anyone tell me the least bugs cm9 & cm10 ROM and what are the bugs present.
4. Lastly, should I proceed like this!!
i. Root device (though method isn't clear to me)
ii. unlock bootloader
iii. install cwm (I guess I can do this using flashtool)
iv. backup current ROM along with kernel (for future use,I know its optional)
v. flash kernel using flashtool
vi. flash ROM through cwm.
I m a quick learner and I just need some guidance on this new device (double checking coz its my bro's device) . Looking forward for support. Thanks
fundoozzz said:
Hey guys,I own optimus one and I m used to rooting and stuff but my brother owns xperia mini pro so I need to install cyanogenmod (9 or10) whichever is stable.I had gone through various guides and stickies yet I want to be dead sure that I don't mess up my brothers handset. Its kinda new coz bootloader needs to be unlocked and also kernel image needed to be flashed separately unlike in optimus one.
Now I want help of you guys in the following manner like:-
1. My brothers mini pro is on ICS 4.1.B.0.587 and the rooting tutorial provided here for the said firmware
http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/41119?start=0&tstart=0 is not clear to me coz it says that first I need to install some kernel [only mini mentioned here] then next I need to flash another kernel according to firmware. Can someone explain what is being done in this and why rooting is so complicated in this.
2. Certain ROM's say that you need to flash kernel first using flashtool
My query is that all ROM's that I flashed till now on optimus one included kernel and I only needed to flash ROM zip through cwm.. So do I need to flash kernel everytime I flash ROM!! and isn't there flashable zip for kernel too!!
3. FXP ROM's do not contain things like what's working and what's not, it only has issue tracker so it become difficult for new comer to know the bugs in ROM. Can anyone tell me the least bugs cm9 & cm10 ROM and what are the bugs present.
4. Lastly, should I proceed like this!!
i. Root device (though method isn't clear to me)
ii. unlock bootloader
iii. install cwm (I guess I can do this using flashtool)
iv. backup current ROM along with kernel (for future use,I know its optional)
v. flash kernel using flashtool
vi. flash ROM through cwm.
I m a quick learner and I just need some guidance on this new device (double checking coz its my bro's device) . Looking forward for support. Thanks
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You needn't root first if you want to unlock bl, just unlock bl and flash a custom kernel (in most custom kernels cwm is included).
Backup your rom and install the rom...
hmmm....
1. Unlock Bootloader........
2. Flash Custom Kernel (all custom kernel is per-rooted and have CWM).......
3. Boot into CWM and Flash CM9 or CM10 (factory format/wipe dalvik/cache).....
4. Boot into Fastboot And Flash FXP kernel for CM9 or CM10.....
xperia phones aren't like sammy, lg or htc where recovery is a separate partition from kernel. in fact, by default xperia phones doesn't even have "stock recovery" like on other phone. by that we integrate cwm in kernel ramdisk.
and to answer the question:
1- flash custom kernel mean't for your phone only, never ever flash kernel intended for other phone. and its done via fastboot and should be flashed before flashing rom.
2- like i said u can't compare xperia phone with other phone like sammy etc, its different. kernel must be flash via fastboot.
3- for cm10, bugs that i notice is slow accelerator, but fixable with some text editing, and non working front camera for lww and minipro.
4- should be like this, according to order:
- unlock bootloader.
- flash kernel via fastboot.
- boot into cwm.
- backup rom if u want.
- wipe data, cache and dalvik cache. don't wipe system partition or u will get error when flashing rom later.
- flash rom, and gapps if its cm/aokp/pa rom.
- profit :good:
thank you guys.... this made me clear...
one last thing :- which kernel should I flash on stock 4.1.B.0.587 which is pre rooted and have cwm after unlocking bootloader.I mean the one compatible with above firmware and also do I need to do anything with baseband or will it be compatible. After this m ready to enter the custom xperia world
Remember to backup your stock rom before unlocking the bootloader as everything will be wiped clear.
Sent from a mango
andogeek10 said:
Remember to backup your stock rom before unlocking the bootloader as everything will be wiped clear.
Sent from a mango
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wont I be able to backup after flashing custom kernel and unlocking bootloader..I guess I can.. correct me if I m wrong
fundoozzz said:
how will cwm be installed without unlocking??
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No, i just meant that backup up your contacts, messages, apps (can be done through astro file manager) etc, before unlocking your bootloader because unlocking will wipe your data.
Sent from a mango
andogeek10 said:
No, i just meant that backup up your contacts, messages, apps (can be done through astro file manager) etc, before unlocking your bootloader because unlocking will wipe your data.
Sent from a mango
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yup that I know... thanks anyways
fundoozzz said:
thank you guys.... this made me clear...
one last thing :- which kernel should I flash on stock 4.1.B.0.587 which is pre rooted and have cwm after unlocking bootloader.I mean the one compatible with above firmware and also do I need to do anything with baseband or will it be compatible. After this m ready to enter the custom xperia world
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U can try rage/kernel panic/mesa/krsh kernel after unlocking bootloader. Anyone u like. proceed here & u will find one stop solution (all the links) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1887855
Which one did you install?? if it is cm, the kernel is included in the zip file...
Sent from my WT19i using xda premium
Hi, I have some noob questions about roms, kernels, etc.: 1)once I have unlocked the bootloader and flashed a custom kernel if I flash the stock rom with Flashtools I lose the root but not the bootloader unlocked, right? 2)once done this, for flashing a custom kernel with Flashtools I need root permission? I think no, right? 3)using Flashtools can I safely flash the stock rom with the exception for kernel.sin part? In this case the custom kernel remains at his place, right? 4)but in these cases I lose the root, and I have to do the rooting process again, right? 5)some custom kernels have auto root feature... with this feature manual rooting is not necessary?
Thanks a lot.
XDynamite said:
Hi, I have some noob questions about roms, kernels, etc.: 1)once I have unlocked the bootloader and flashed a custom kernel if I flash the stock rom with Flashtools I lose the root but not the bootloader unlocked, right? 2)once done this, for flashing a custom kernel with Flashtools I need root permission? I think no, right? 3)using Flashtools can I safely flash the stock rom with the exception for kernel.sin part? In this case the custom kernel remains at his place, right? 4)but in these cases I lose the root, and I have to do the rooting process again, right? 5)some custom kernels have auto root feature... with this feature manual rooting is not necessary?
Thanks a lot.
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1) Yes flashing stock rom doesn't relocks ur bl.
2) Nopes all you need is an unlocked bl.
3) Neva tried
4) Nopes if you have unlocked bootloader just flash any pre-rooted kernel and ur good to go. Most of the kernels here are pre-rooted.
5) Nopes not necessary
Press THANKS if I helped,
Best Regards,
AJ
Dont miss the ICON FARM!
alokbina said:
1) Yes flashing stock rom doesn't relocks ur bl.
2) Nopes all you need is an unlocked bl.
3) Neva tried
4) Nopes if you have unlocked bootloader just flash any pre-rooted kernel and ur good to go. Most of the kernels here are pre-rooted.
5) Nopes not necessary
Press THANKS if I helped,
Best Regards,
AJ
Dont miss the ICON FARM!
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Ok, thanks.
...but I have another question: 1)if after unlocking BL and flashing custom kernels it's not necessary to do rooting process anymore (in stock rom too...?) what is the auto root feature? I'm slightly confused... 2)are there then kernel not rooted? 3)then is rooting process about kernel and not rom part? Why do i read in every rom (not kernel) "Rom pre-rooted"?
XDynamite said:
Ok, thanks.
...but I have another question: 1)if after unlocking BL and flashing custom kernels it's not necessary to do rooting process anymore (in stock rom too...?) what is the auto root feature? I'm slightly confused... 2)are there then kernel not rooted? 3)then is rooting process about kernel and not rom part? Why do i read in every rom (not kernel) "Rom pre-rooted"?
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After flashing a custom kernel... You phone will be rooted... So you don't need to ado any other rooting procedure then... Yes in stock ROM too
Auto root is just that all custom Kernels are pre rooted... You don't need to root separately...
The stock Kernel is not pre rooted
Rooting procedure is neither about ROM nor about Kernel... Its about Android OS... Root enables you to customize Android system...
Kernel and ROM are just its parts... Pre Rooted ROMs have superuser installed... But you must have CWM and Root to flash ROM.
And for more of such questions read the stickied basic guide.
PREDATOR95 ->->->->a.k.a. ->-> predatOr
predatOr said:
After flashing a custom kernel... You phone will be rooted... So you don't need to ado any other rooting procedure then... Yes in stock ROM too
Auto root is just that all custom Kernels are pre rooted... You don't need to root separately...
The stock Kernel is not pre rooted
Rooting procedure is neither about ROM nor about Kernel... Its about Android OS... Root enables you to customize Android system...
Kernel and ROM are just its parts... Pre Rooted ROMs have superuser installed... But you must have CWM and Root to flash ROM.
And for more of such questions read the stickied basic guide.
PREDATOR95 ->->->->a.k.a. ->-> predatOr
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...and if a kernel has not auto root feature? What does it mean...? like this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2160537 The developer has removed this function. Maybe I can ask in the developer thread directly...
You won't have root access... Simple... Stop confusing yourself.
PREDATOR95 ->->->->a.k.a. ->-> predatOr
Third question in first post.
No you won't lose root if u flash stock rom without the kernel. (provided u have a rooted kernel first)
For question 3... Yes you can... but if u want to really retain the kernel exclude fota and simlock too
Press thanks if I have helped :laugh: and use search
hi.
i have a "lww". im root. my model is wt19a 4.0.4 build 4.1.B.0.431 kernel [email protected] # 1.
can i flash any kernal for my phone? if no, does it have to be compatible by build or model?
First of all to install custom kernel You need to unlock bootloader. Not every phone can be unlocked, cause it depends if Your phone's bootloader unlock status is yes or no. You can check this in service menu (in dialer tap *#*#7378423#*#* [ *#*#SERVICE#*#* ] ) and go to Service Info and Configuration. There should be rooting status.
It's also good to make .FTF files from Your ROM to use them in flashtool BEFORE any modifications. Just in case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075736
Bolussimo said:
First of all to install custom kernel You need to unlock bootloader. Not every phone can be unlocked, cause it depends if Your phone's bootloader unlock status is yes or no. You can check this in service menu (in dialer tap *#*#7378423#*#* [ *#*#SERVICE#*#* ] ) and go to Service Info and Configuration. There should be rooting status.
It's also good to make .FTF files from Your ROM to use them in flashtool BEFORE any modifications. Just in case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075736
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Thanks for the reply.
my bootloader says yes. now i thought the whole thing witht the bootloader was for rooting. like i mentioned before i am rooted. i have already made a backup of my stock rom if thats what you mean by making my own .ftf file. dude where is the thank you button?
Nope, rooting Your device will give You access to system partition, but it doesn't allow to change kernels.
Backup in .zip is fine, but I suggest to make a .ftf. It will help You to "unbrick" Your phone if something bad happen (cause if it's problem with ROM U have to flash any working ROM anyway, but if U unlock Your bootloader SUS and PC Companion won't work, so the only solution is to flash it using flashtool). Also .ftf will allow You to revert software to stock one, with branding, customization etc. (if U would like to use warranty for any purpose stock ROM and branding are necessary).
So if bootloader unlock status is yes - then U are able to unlock Your bootloader and install any custom kernel. Check this thread, it will help You with everything. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2148684
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Nope, rooting Your device will give You access to system partition, but it doesn't allow to change kernels.
Backup in .zip is fine, but I suggest to make a .ftf. It will help You to "unbrick" Your phone if something bad happen (cause if it's problem with ROM U have to flash any working ROM anyway, but if U unlock Your bootloader SUS and PC Companion won't work, so the only solution is to flash it using flashtool). Also .ftf will allow You to revert software to stock one, with branding, customization etc. (if U would like to use warranty for any purpose stock ROM and branding are necessary).
So if bootloader unlock status is yes - then U are able to unlock Your bootloader and install any custom kernel. Check this thread, it will help You with everything. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2148684
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i found that thread last night thats why i posted this question.
my boot loader says yes. i also flashed cwm using recoverx.
just to be sure. with my phone software the i mentioned above ^^. using lets say flashtool i can flash any kernal rom combination even if it .587, or for lets say or the wt19i?
thanks again for the help.
No, not every combination will work And flashtool is used to repair phone, not to flash custom ROMs. There are some ROMs working on stock kernel (which U have now) - mainly based on stock .431 or .587 software. U can flash them using recovery (which U have now). To be honest I don't know what are the differences between wt19i and wt19a. But as a experiment (lol) I flashed baseband from SK17a into my SK17i and everything was ok. That's why I told U to create a ftf package, which will allow U to flash stock ROM if something went wrong.
So, for now:
If U would like install any ICS ROM (based on original Sony .431 or .587 compilation - You can try it right away.
If U would like to flash CyanogenMod ROMs (CM7.2 [android 2.x GingerBread], CM9 [android 4.0.x IceCreamSandwich], CM10 [android 4.1 JellyBean], CM10.1 [android 4.2 JellyBean], CM10.2 [android 4.3 JellyBean] ) and other based on it, U will have to unlock bootloader at the first place and then flash kernel suitable for Your device (LWW is coded as coconut) and then flash ROM.
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No, not every combination will work And flashtool is used to repair phone, not to flash custom ROMs. There are some ROMs working on stock kernel (which U have now) - mainly based on stock .431 or .587 software. U can flash them using recovery (which U have now). To be honest I don't know what are the differences between wt19i and wt19a. But as a experiment (lol) I flashed baseband from SK17a into my SK17i and everything was ok. That's why I told U to create a ftf package, which will allow U to flash stock ROM if something went wrong.
So, for now:
If U would like install any ICS ROM (based on original Sony .431 or .587 compilation - You can try it right away.
If U would like to flash CyanogenMod ROMs (CM7.2 [android 2.x GingerBread], CM9 [android 4.0.x IceCreamSandwich], CM10 [android 4.1 JellyBean], CM10.1 [android 4.2 JellyBean], CM10.2 [android 4.3 JellyBean] ) and other based on it, U will have to unlock bootloader at the first place and then flash kernel suitable for Your device (LWW is coded as coconut) and then flash ROM.
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im sorry i asked so much. as your aware im a noob. till now i only rooted/flashed a galaxy 5 (not s5). it was so easy.
i assume im going to use cwm to flash the kernel, am i wrong?
if not a tutorial link will be fine and ive got all the points. and this is one hard phone to customize. but i wanted the 1.ghz processor.
thank you like in a big way man.
CWM is used to backup Your ROM and install custom ROMs. To flash kernel U will have to use fastboot mode, and it has nothing in common with CWM. Check this thread, 2nd post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874
Bolussimo said:
First of all to install custom kernel You need to unlock bootloader. Not every phone can be unlocked, cause it depends if Your phone's bootloader unlock status is yes or no. You can check this in service menu (in dialer tap *#*#7378423#*#* [ *#*#SERVICE#*#* ] ) and go to Service Info and Configuration. There should be rooting status.
It's also good to make .FTF files from Your ROM to use them in flashtool BEFORE any modifications. Just in case http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2075736
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hi again. sorry last question. i installed flashtool. when innstalling the flashtool driver i cant find LWW in the list.
what did this noob do wrong??? lol
If U'r trying to install one of d latest FT just install fastboot and flash drivers (2 last options as far as I remeber) and that's it.
Hello
I have a few questions about the hole "thing" cause this is my first android phone and on apple there was just the option jailbreaked or not jailbreaked
My first question is about the bootloader.
since i was reading the thread "[FULL ROOT] Community RootKit! (ASEC vulnerability) {v01} [20140615]" i am asking me why should i unlock my bootloader when im able to get root without doing this?
Is there any special point for wich i need the unlocked bootloader or is it just written for the people who unlocked there bootloader already?
Then to second question is about the sequence.
Am i right when i
1. get root
2. install cwm or twrp
3. install custom rom?
by the way: is there any huge difference between twrp and cwm? because at the table "Kernels" there is the TWRP for the Xperia T2 Ultra and an unofficial version and from CMW is an unofficial version too? Wich should i use?
and my last question is should i wait for version 2 of the RootKit or are there just small differences?
Scarpall said:
Hello
I have a few questions about the hole "thing" cause this is my first android phone and on apple there was just the option jailbreaked or not jailbreaked
My first question is about the bootloader.
since i was reading the thread "[FULL ROOT] Community RootKit! (ASEC vulnerability) {v01} [20140615]" i am asking me why should i unlock my bootloader when im able to get root without doing this?
Is there any special point for wich i need the unlocked bootloader or is it just written for the people who unlocked there bootloader already?
Then to second question is about the sequence.
Am i right when i
1. get root
2. install cwm or twrp
3. install custom rom?
by the way: is there any huge difference between twrp and cwm? because at the table "Kernels" there is the TWRP for the Xperia T2 Ultra and an unofficial version and from CMW is an unofficial version too? Wich should i use?
and my last question is should i wait for version 2 of the RootKit or are there just small differences?
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Bootloader unlock is required to install Custom kernels like DOOMLORDS kernel. In case if you dont want that then no need to unlock BL.
Just follow this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784757 to get root on Locked Bl and then revert back to .402
manu44 said:
Bootloader unlock is required to install Custom kernels like DOOMLORDS kernel. In case if you dont want that then no need to unlock BL.
Just follow this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784757 to get root on Locked Bl and then revert back to .402
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hi manu44,
first thank you for the answer.
but it is possible to root and use an custom rom with an locked bootloader or?
is there a away to do it step per step?
i mean first root with rootkit, then later install an custom rom ? or do i need to do it all at one time ?
Scarpall said:
hi manu44,
first thank you for the answer.
but it is possible to root and use an custom rom with an locked bootloader or?
is there a away to do it step per step?
i mean first root with rootkit, then later install an custom rom ? or do i need to do it all at one time ?
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A custom ROM is different from a custom kernel. Some custom ROMs do not require custom kernels (because they use stock kernel), but others do. So it really depends on the custom ROM that you want to use. Instructions and requirements will be posted in the respective ROM thread.
But if you want to use a custom kernel, then you will need to unlock the bootloader first.
And obviously, if you want to flash a custom ROM that needs custom kernel, then you will have to unlock your bootloader first.
Even if you want to flash a custom ROM that does not require a custom kernel, you need to first root the phone with the RootKit. Because flashing custom ROMs is usually done via recovery, and recovery installation requires root.
Hope the above is not too confusing.
hush66 said:
A custom ROM is different from a custom kernel. Some custom ROMs do not require custom kernels (because they use stock kernel), but others do. So it really depends on the custom ROM that you want to use. Instructions and requirements will be posted in the respective ROM thread.
But if you want to use a custom kernel, then you will need to unlock the bootloader first.
And obviously, if you want to flash a custom ROM that needs custom kernel, then you will have to unlock your bootloader first.
Even if you want to flash a custom ROM that does not require a custom kernel, you need to first root the phone with the RootKit. Because flashing custom ROMs is usually done via recovery, and recovery installation requires root.
Hope the above is not too confusing.
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Thank you
So just to be sure.
I Run the toolkit for root
Then i take twrp or cwm
And then i flash a custom Rom wich use stock kernel
And that can i do with a locked bootloader?
What can be different in an other kernel?
Scarpall said:
Thank you
So just to be sure.
I Run the toolkit for root
Then i take twrp or cwm
And then i flash a custom Rom wich use stock kernel
And that can i do with a locked bootloader?
What can be different in an other kernel?
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Yes, run Rootkit, install recovery (TWRP/CWM) and then you can flash custom ROM which uses stock kernel.
Custom kernels allow functions such as overclocking, undervolting, etc.
hush66 said:
Yes, run Rootkit, install recovery (TWRP/CWM) and then you can flash custom ROM which uses stock kernel.
Custom kernels allow functions such as overclocking, undervolting, etc.
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Big thanks to you
Now i know that i can keep my bootloader locked.
Take note that by modifying your device you warrenty is voided and you can posibly brick your device
(brick meaning dead phone) aka brick
For any info aditional info you can go here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2775411
Later ill update the thread to add better/new info which i forgot
Sent from my D6503 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
Scarpall said:
Big thanks to you
Now i know that i can keep my bootloader locked.
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Or you can use the toolkit on .55/.69
Then follow Nuts thread and http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784757
this would bring you back to .402 and have recovery installed by default on Locked bootloader
manu44 said:
Or you can use the toolkit on .55/.69
Then follow Nuts thread and http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784757
this would bring you back to .402 and have recovery installed by default on Locked bootloader
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then i have 2 new questions
1. How can i downgrade my phone ? just download the fw and use flashtool?
got an iphone till now and there it was a hard work to do it ..
2. is there any difference between locked and uinlocked bootloader? i mean in the point of restoring so that i have my warranty back?
1. There's now an even easier way to root the 402 firmware that does not require you to downgrade first:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
But note this post, where you have to change something in the install.bat file for it to work on the Z2:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=53480221&postcount=81
2. It's a little more work if your bootloader is unlocked and you want to relock it before sending it to the service centre. You need to have your TA backup before doing so. If your bootloader is locked, you just have to remove root via SuperSU before sending it in for service.