(Xperia P) SEMC Flash Device - Problem - Sony Xperia P, U, Sola, Go

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Please help me
Problem on Windows XP
1. Plug-in Phone without the Flashtool and PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Freeze the whole computer system on the stage of installing Semc Flash Device
2. Plug-in Phone using the Flashtool(using the flash keys)
Shows detail of "Device disconnected" after the Semc Flash Device tried to install
3. Plug-in Phone using the PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Cannot detect because of Semc Flash Device tried to install
Problem on Windows 7
1. Plug-in Phone without the Flashtool and PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Failed to install Semc Flash Device
2. Plug-in Phone using the Flashtool(using the flash keys)
Shows detail of "Device disconnected" after the Semc Flash Device tried to install
3. Plug-in Phone using the PC Companion(using the flash keys)
A windows pop saying showing Semc Flash Device, Device unplugged
Current Phone Statistics
Android version: 4.1.2
Kernel version: 3.0.8+
Build number: 6.2.A.0.400

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Hello iCronqvist,
In this very well explained guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2107775
Do you have all you need to know to begin with your Xperia P, but the only thing I recommend is (if you can) update from 6.2.A.0.400 to
6.2.A.1.100 cause it's easier to root.
If you spend a bit of time reading the guide it's very easy to do anything! Anyways if you have any question tell me
tharkun2

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tharkun2 said:
Hello iCronqvist,
In this very well explained guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2107775
Do you have all you need to know to begin with your Xperia P, but the only thing I recommend is (if you can) update from 6.2.A.0.400 to
6.2.A.1.100 cause it's easier to root.
If you spend a bit of time reading the guide it's very easy to do anything! Anyways if you have any question tell me
tharkun2
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Hi thank you sir.
I got all the files to update it via PC Companion or update it manually via Flash Tool to Firmware version 6.2.A.1.100
here are my 2 problems, Update on Companion or Flashtool:
Windows XP - The whole computer system is freeze on the installing SEMC FLASH DEVICE
* i followed almost the guide here and on the other sites about that, but still no luck.
Windows 7 - A window pops saying the SEMC FLASH DEVICE is DEVICE UNPLUGGED (so it means that no luck installing that SEMC)
* the device is connected, but i dont know why i got that window.
Please help
Current Phone Statistics
Android version: 4.1.2
Kernel version: 3.0.8+
Build number: 6.2.A.0.400

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@iCronqvist
At what stage you get those errors, when you install flashtool drivers or when you connect the phone in flash mode or other mode?

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ChikeD said:
@iCronqvist
At what stage you get those errors, when you install flashtool drivers or when you connect the phone in flash mode or other mode?
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Problem on Windows XP
1. Plug-in Phone without the Flashtool and PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Freeze the whole computer system on the stage of installing Semc Flash Device
2. Plug-in Phone using the Flashtool(using the flash keys)
Shows detail of "Device disconnected" after the Semc Flash Device tried to install
3. Plug-in Phone using the PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Cannot detect because of Semc Flash Device tried to install
Problem on Windows 7
1. Plug-in Phone without the Flashtool and PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Failed to install Semc Flash Device
2. Plug-in Phone using the Flashtool(using the flash keys)
Shows detail of "Device disconnected" after the Semc Flash Device tried to install
3. Plug-in Phone using the PC Companion(using the flash keys)
A windows pop saying showing Semc Flash Device, Device unplugged

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And you installed the drivers from flashtool (flash mode/fastboot mode at the bottom)?

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ChikeD said:
And you installed the drivers from flashtool (flash mode/fastboot mode at the bottom)?
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After I automatic disconnected on flashtool and said that i need to install drivers from its directory,
I install the Xperia P U and its family drivers together with Flashmode and Fastboot too on both Windows XP and Windows 7
Earlier before you reply, I removed all the sony programs(ericcson too) and flashtool.
Right now im installing the PC Companion again.
80% to finish
so what should i do? im starting again to pc companion

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can somebody help me?
SEMC is not available on the Device Manager
Everytime I tries to install SEMC via plugging-in the device(via volume down + usb cable) it only
shows a new hardware detected then the whole system is freeze
Please help me

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iCronqvist said:
can somebody help me?
SEMC is not available on the Device Manager
Everytime I tries to install SEMC via plugging-in the device(via volume down + usb cable) it only
shows a new hardware detected then the whole system is freeze
Please help me
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:laugh:
try new latest flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/
right click and run administrator windows 7
i disable antivirus to avoid freeze because they keep scanning the programme
try find another cable?
wont work?format window<this one solve problem installation for me>

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While your device is switched off, hold down the volume key and connect your device, without opening flashtool.. It shall install drivers automatically!
Sent from my Xperia P using xda premium

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iamdchosen1 said:
While your device is switched off, hold down the volume key and connect your device, without opening flashtool.. It shall install drivers automatically!
Sent from my Xperia P using xda premium
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Please help me
Problem on Windows XP
1. Plug-in Phone without the Flashtool and PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Freeze the whole computer system on the stage of installing Semc Flash Device
2. Plug-in Phone using the Flashtool(using the flash keys)
Shows detail of "Device disconnected" after the Semc Flash Device tried to install
3. Plug-in Phone using the PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Cannot detect because of Semc Flash Device tried to install
Problem on Windows 7
1. Plug-in Phone without the Flashtool and PC Companion(using the flash keys)
Failed to install Semc Flash Device
2. Plug-in Phone using the Flashtool(using the flash keys)
Shows detail of "Device disconnected" after the Semc Flash Device tried to install
3. Plug-in Phone using the PC Companion(using the flash keys)
A windows pop saying showing Semc Flash Device, Device unplugged
Current Phone Statistics
Android version: 4.1.2
Kernel version: 3.0.8+
Build number: 6.2.A.0.400

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I have had this issue when I switch between flashing my X10 and my ION.
I will also say I use a Windows XP PC for my phone work.
Make sure you have the newest version of FlashTool.
When I install FlashTool, I always install ALL the drivers in the list. Just to be sure.
Then reboot the computer with the phone NOT plugged in.
Make sure that USB debugging is selected on the phone.
Then connect the phone, while it is turned ON, to the PC to confirm ADB drivers are installed.
If all is OK with the ADB drivers then unplug the phone.
Now make sure NO phone software is running (PC companion, Sony Update service, FlashTool, ADB terminal window),
even in the notification area by clock in windows (if something is there, right click and exit)
Now turn the phone off,
While holding the VOLUME DOWN button only,
Plug the phone into the PC.
Hopefully all goes well,
Just my $0.02 worth
~JAB

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Toledo_JAB said:
I have had this issue when I switch between flashing my X10 and my ION.
I will also say I use a Windows XP PC for my phone work.
Make sure you have the newest version of FlashTool.
When I install FlashTool, I always install ALL the drivers in the list. Just to be sure.
Then reboot the computer with the phone NOT plugged in.
Make sure that USB debugging is selected on the phone.
Then connect the phone, while it is turned ON, to the PC to confirm ADB drivers are installed.
If all is OK with the ADB drivers then unplug the phone.
Now make sure NO phone software is running (PC companion, Sony Update service, FlashTool, ADB terminal window),
even in the notification area by clock in windows (if something is there, right click and exit)
Now turn the phone off,
While holding the VOLUME DOWN button only,
Plug the phone into the PC.
Hopefully all goes well,
Just my $0.02 worth
~JAB
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I already installed all the models drivers on the flashtool driver installer. But im going to do that again and give you feedback later on.
Also Sir im going to reinstall the PC Companion. By the way, I have the latest Flashtool and already installed Gordon's Gate and Emma.
Now im going to reboot the PC. Looking for some Luck

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iCronqvist said:
I already installed all the models drivers on the flashtool driver installer. But im going to do that again and give you feedback later on.
Also Sir im going to reinstall the PC Companion. By the way, I have the latest Flashtool and already installed Gordon's Gate and Emma.
Now im going to reboot the PC. Looking for some Luck
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Just remember that for FlashTools to work there can be NO OTHER PHONE SOFTWARE OF ANY KIND RUNNING.
Also forgot to agree with the other post about Anti-Virus software, Shut it off or put it to sleep.
EMMA and Gordon's gate are not needed, but as long as its not running it should not hurt.
Also make sure the ADB drivers are working.
I know your not trying to recover your phone but read the first 2 posts from the Xperia recovery thread in my signature.
It has a lot of useful information for ALL Xperia users.
Good luck to you.

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Toledo_JAB said:
I have had this issue when I switch between flashing my X10 and my ION.
I will also say I use a Windows XP PC for my phone work.
Make sure you have the newest version of FlashTool.
When I install FlashTool, I always install ALL the drivers in the list. Just to be sure.
Then reboot the computer with the phone NOT plugged in.
Make sure that USB debugging is selected on the phone.
Then connect the phone, while it is turned ON, to the PC to confirm ADB drivers are installed.
If all is OK with the ADB drivers then unplug the phone.
Now make sure NO phone software is running (PC companion, Sony Update service, FlashTool, ADB terminal window),
even in the notification area by clock in windows (if something is there, right click and exit)
Now turn the phone off,
While holding the VOLUME DOWN button only,
Plug the phone into the PC.
Hopefully all goes well,
Just my $0.02 worth
~JAB
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Failed to Install the SEMC Flash Device
Before you told me what to do, I already performed the steps many times.
And so I plug-in my flashmode phone on the PC and the computer shows a pop saying "S1 adb i think something like that"
then another pop saying "SEMC Flash Device" then "An error occurred the device is blah blah blah might not work properly".
And I open the Computer Management, but there are/is no changes in the device manager. No SEMC or S1
Please help me anyone please

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iCronqvist said:
Failed to Install the SEMC Flash Device
Before you told me what to do, I already performed the steps many times.
And so I plug-in my flashmode phone on the PC and the computer shows a pop saying "S1 adb i think something like that"
then another pop saying "SEMC Flash Device" then "An error occurred the device is blah blah blah might not work properly".
And I open the Computer Management, but there are/is no changes in the device manager. No SEMC or S1
Please help me anyone please
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Lets try to just plug the running phone (with debugging on) into FlashTools. With ALL other software stopped
Take a copy of the log and paste it here, a screen shot will work if all of the log is visible.
Normally it is just one stupid little thing that causes the BIG errrors

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Toledo_JAB said:
Just remember that for FlashTools to work there can be NO OTHER PHONE SOFTWARE OF ANY KIND RUNNING.
Also forgot to agree with the other post about Anti-Virus software, Shut it off or put it to sleep.
EMMA and Gordon's gate are not needed, but as long as its not running it should not hurt.
Also make sure the ADB drivers are working.
I know your not trying to recover your phone but read the first 2 posts from the Xperia recovery thread in my signature.
It has a lot of useful information for ALL Xperia users.
Good luck to you.
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Help me please
is the Fastboot drivers need to install the SEMC Flash Device?

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Have you installed other phone drivers before?
If you did it may be help if you removed them in safe mode as administrator.
As for you last post, fastvoot drivers will only show when device is connected in fastboot and fastboot drivers installed correctly.

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ChikeD said:
Have you installed other phone drivers before?
If you did it may be help if you removed them in safe mode as administrator.
As for you last post, fastvoot drivers will only show when device is connected in fastboot and fastboot drivers installed correctly.
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How do i remove them?
How do i know which drives is to remove?
This is an old pc. i forgot if i installed sony ericcson x8 here.
please check my first post at page 1, about the problems on my windows xp and on my windows 7
i use desktop windows xp and laptop windows 7

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I would try to get the phone back to stock.
For users who need to recover their phone I suggest this procedure....
Toledo_JAB said:
FLASH mode, is used by FLASHTOOL and can be used on every model of XPERIA phone with a locked or unlocked bootloader. FLASH mode will give a soild GREEN notification led when connected. To connect in FLASH mode:
Start with the phone turned off (or in between loops for some tricks)
Press and HOLD the volume DOWN button. (don't let go )
Now connect to a PC using USB
If all went correctly you will get GREEN led, then let go of button
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How to flash an Xperia phone that can't be detected.​
If you need help with setting up & using FLASHTOOL {>>CLICK HERE<<}
DO NOT CONNTECT YOUR PHONE
First you need to have FLASHTOOL installed from {HERE}
Now run FLASHTOOL.
From FLASHTOOL home, select the flash/lightning bolt button
Select FLASH MODE
Select your stock firmware file
WIPE: everything
If available EXCLUDE: TA. (this option is not available for all stock.ftf files, if it's there just exclude it)
Now click START button
After FLASHTOOL prepares files, you should get this screen (or similar depending on version of FLASHTOOL)
Now connect your phone while holding the VOLUME down button
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If this fails please copy the log text so we can read the full output, A screen shot will not work for this.
In flashtools under the HELP tab make sure that the "LOG LEVEL" is set to "infos" debug is not needed for this.
This information and more can be found in the first 2 posts of the recovery thread in my signature