Hi,
maybe this is stupid question, but i must ask you; Is it possible to root and install CWM on locked bootloader? And maybe can i install custom roms like Cyanogenmod on locked bootloader?
golin said:
Hi,
maybe this is stupid question, but i must ask you; Is it possible to root and install CWM on locked bootloader? And maybe can i install custom roms like Cyanogenmod on locked bootloader?
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All versions of the L9 are currently rootable. See link below on how to root.
What device do you have and what firmware is it running? You may or may not be able to install custom ROMs based on this.
This guide works for locked and unlocked bootloaders: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2173465
It also mentions CWM installation (Step 12)
Just FYI, there are multiply threads on the L9 broken down by category: http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=2072
In the future, hopefully this will narrow down your search
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Is it possible to Lock Bootloader Xperia Go again? Why do we need to unlock Bootloader for Xperia Go if the only one working rom there (zip or FTF) is exactly the same as the Sony stock rom...?
xperia_88 said:
Is it possible to Lock Bootloader Xperia Go again? Why do we need to unlock Bootloader for Xperia Go if the only one working rom there (zip or FTF) is exactly the same as the Sony stock rom...?
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you may want to read this post first: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
yes it is possible to relock bootloader for any android but that depends whether it is developed by devs and available yet for that phone. try find out at the development section for your phone model.
unlocking bootloader is required if you want to root, for superuser function, customize app functions and etc, which cannot be done in locked bootloader. you also don't have to unlock bootloader if you only want to upgrade your phone or change your stock rom to other region stock roms, just flash the file using flashtool. hope this helps
adhawk said:
you may want to read this post first: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1527159
yes it is possible to relock bootloader for any android but that depends whether it is developed by devs and available yet for that phone. try find out at the development section for your phone model.
unlocking bootloader is required if you want to root, for superuser function, customize app functions and etc, which cannot be done in locked bootloader. you also don't have to unlock bootloader if you only want to upgrade your phone or change your stock rom to other region stock roms, just flash the file using flashtool. hope this helps
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Thanks!
Hi, i have a Live with walkman, with locked bootloader, can i install other kernel?, for example LuPus kernel
My phone is rooted with the Revolution ICS Rom, what i must do to install a new kernel?
Can someone help me?
Sorry for my bad english
Membrillo007 said:
Hi, i have a Live with walkman, with locked bootloader, can i install other kernel?, for example LuPus kernel
My phone is rooted with the Revolution ICS Rom, what i must do to install a new kernel?
Can someone help me?
Sorry for my bad english
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If you want to install a kernel like lupus, first you need to unlock your bootloader. Use this tool to unlock it.
mauam said:
If you want to install a kernel like lupus, first you need to unlock your bootloader. Use this tool to unlock it.
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Thanks man, But which are the risks of unlock my bootloader?
Membrillo007 said:
Thanks man, But which are the risks of unlock my bootloader?
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The risk of brick your device, but a lot of people already unlocked their bootloaders without any problems, your DRM will be permanently deleted, but believe me you can get more from your phone when the bootloader is unlocked, really worth it.
Membrillo007 said:
Thanks man, But which are the risks of unlock my bootloader?
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mauam said:
The risk of brick your device, but a lot of people already unlocked their bootloaders without any problems, your DRM will be permanently deleted, but believe me you can get more from your phone when the bootloader is unlocked, really worth it.
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And you loose your warranty
Drm won't be lost if you unlock using testpoint method.
Regards
-N
First check the bootloader status.whether its unlocked or not.
If its already unlocked then you can flash any custom kernel.If not you have to unlock BL first.Its not harmful but it will avoid your phone warranty.Try to use SE web site to unlock BL.Its the safest way..
After unlocking BT u can flash kernels anytime using Flash tool™..
Re:How to install a kernel
To install a custom kernel,you have to unlock your bootloader and there are two ways of doing it:
1.Use the official sony method...
head to unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com and follow the procedure there..
by doing so you lose your DRM keys which means services like track id wont work anymore...
2.use a testpoint method which is a bit complicated but you retain your DRM keys
for the testpoint method check this out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1730874
Bootloader unlocking should be done carefully,you might brick your phone if you are not careful..
after the unlock is complete you can use flashtool to flash a custom kernel in fastboot mode..
Hi. I basically don't won't to unlock because you have to give your details to Sony which means voiding the warranty.
Can I still run custom (AOSP based) ROMs?
My Gnexi said:
Hi. I basically don't won't to unlock because you have to give your details to Sony which means voiding the warranty.
Can I still run custom (AOSP based) ROMs?
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No. Custom ROMs require custom kernels which need unlocked bootloader.
However, the stock Sony ROM is pretty good.
GretaLewd said:
No. Custom ROMs require custom kernels which need unlocked bootloader.
However, the stock Sony ROM is pretty good.
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"Pretty good" is not good enough for me. Maybe it's possible to somehow "patch" to bootloader so it won't check kernel at startup?
Since with root access you can probably overwrite anything (right)? And the bootloader already knows to allow booting modified kernels when state=unlocked.
Maybe one of the master developers here can hack the bootloader to make it behave as unlocked?
Ist it possible after modification to set the SGP311 back to 100% original ?
I want to flash TWRP on my Optimus L9 p765. Should I unlock the bootloader first before this flashing?
Thanks!
lord stark said:
I want to flash TWRP on my Optimus L9 p765. Should I unlock the bootloader first before this flashing?
Thanks!
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Please use XDA's search feature before making threads. This is covered, numerous time throughout the L9 forums.
To answer -
Short, yes. Long, you cannot flash a custom recovery to a device with a locked bootloader.
There is a 2nd-init CWM that can be installed on devices with a locked bootloader. It must be installed with the L9RecoveryInstaller_1.5.0.apk. Search and you'll find it. If you decide to try unlocking your bootloader I wish you the best of luck. Many of us have failed miserably.
Is it possible to install Cwm recovery on my xperia z2 without unlocking the bootloader?
Yes, have a look in development section
ghostofcain said:
Yes, have a look in development section
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I've not been able to find it.
With all due respect, and without being too much of an arse, if you can't manage to find the thread maybe you should think twice about installing a custom recovery!
[HINT]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2775411 [/HINT]
I respect your choices, but I wonder why you don't want to unlock your bootloader (unless you got an UK model)? In that way, you can flash a custom recovery without any problem.
If you are worried about warranty or DRM keys, you can relock bootloader and backup the DRM keys. You can even have z3 features with custom roms (Existenz).
fccr1990 said:
I respect your choices, but I wonder why you don't want to unlock your bootloader (unless you got an UK model)? In that way, you can flash a custom recovery without any problem.
If you are worried about warranty or DRM keys, you can relock bootloader and backup the DRM keys. You can even have z3 features with custom roms (Existenz).
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You don't need to unlock your bootloader to flash a recovery. My Z2 is unlocked, rooted and has a custom recovery. Not everybody wants to install custom Rom.
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No need to unlock your bootloader to use a recovery and flash a rom what is based on stock, search before post and also read !
Check the dual recovery thread by @[NUT]
Congratulations, sir. I know there is a way to flash a custom recovery with a locked bootloader, I only said that if you unlock your bootloader, nothing bad happens. By the way, didn't said that he must install a custom rom, only said that you can have z3 features if you install a custom rom.
It sure is: I have my Z2 with LB (unlockable), rooted with "xdualrecovery" and flying with one of the most consistent stock-based roms I've ever dealed with: existenz by Niaboc79. If you go further with installing a recovery, you should give that ROM a try.