I recently got a Xperia Z2, but it is locked to vodaphone, which means that it has a locked bootloader. I am going to sell it on later, so I need to maintain the DRM codes an so forth...
Basically, I need the links to the threads which have information on the Z2, as I do not know which ones are the best, because I am a noob.
How do I install a recovery, and which one should I install?
Is this the best root method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
Is this the best DRM Backup tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
What else do I need?
Thanks
Xysti said:
I recently got a Xperia Z2, but it is locked to vodaphone, which means that it has a locked bootloader. I am going to sell it on later, so I need to maintain the DRM codes an so forth...
Basically, I need the links to the threads which have information on the Z2, as I do not know which ones are the best, because I am a noob.
How do I install a recovery, and which one should I install?
Is this the best root method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
Is this the best DRM Backup tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
What else do I need?
Thanks
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hi
for root, I occupy you posted.
for the recovery I use this and it worked fine. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2772879.
and make backups, the recovery has the option of backups
(all credit to the creators of these applications)
greetings, hopefully serve you.
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Xysti said:
I recently got a Xperia Z2, but it is locked to vodaphone, which means that it has a locked bootloader. I am going to sell it on later, so I need to maintain the DRM codes an so forth...
Basically, I need the links to the threads which have information on the Z2, as I do not know which ones are the best, because I am a noob.
How do I install a recovery, and which one should I install?
Is this the best root method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
Is this the best DRM Backup tool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
What else do I need?
Thanks
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PS: for all this, you must unlock the bootloader first, then if you want to sell can lock it again
regards
5 Easiest Way to root any android device
http://mediatekworld.blogspot.in/2015/01/5-easiest-way-to-root-any-android-device.html
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What if my bootloader is locked? The root method works for locked bootloaders...
Xysti said:
What if my bootloader is locked? The root method works for locked bootloaders...
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if possible
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Xysti said:
What if my bootloader is locked? The root method works for locked bootloaders...
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in fact, gave root and recovery, before unlocking bootloader
saludos
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Rooted using zerg
Installed CWM
tried to flash SE tweaked
boot loader locked
tried to resolve using flashtool, and PC companion.
but still does not help.
any other ideas?
maybe i did the flashtool and PC companion wrongly?
i havent try SEUS. where can i find SEUS?
SEUS
Try flashtool again. I have fixed every stupid mistake with flashtool
Make sure sou also check wipe user data. Try to wipe everything possible (except SD card), to make sure no errors from previous installations remain.
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tried to flash SE tweaked
boot loader locked
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We'll there your problem. (in case you don't know) Custom ROMS + locked bootloader doens't go well.
i thought the bootloader was only to install CWM?
and since i have installed CWM without bootloader being unlocked, i thought i was good to go.
alright will try out SEUS.
BTW which version of flash tool, and which firmware should i be loading for the neo v?
oh anyway SEUS managed to salvage my phone!
thanks for the link!
BTW i got an off-thread question to ask, what is the differnece between rooting and unlock bootloader?
which one actually voids warranty?
serverxeon said:
what is the differnece between rooting and unlock bootloader?
which one actually voids warranty?
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Unlocking voids warranty.
But difference between rooting and unlocking: with rooted phone you had superuser right in your phone, BUT you can't flash different roms and kernel, because for that you need access to bootloader.
Unlocking bootloader giving you FULL access your phone. And this access is so great, if you don't know what you are doing, you gonna brick your phone very easy.
Also bootloader unlocking process is giving you root permissions.
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serverxeon said:
oh anyway SEUS managed to salvage my phone!
thanks for the link!
BTW i got an off-thread question to ask, what is the differnece between rooting and unlock bootloader?
which one actually voids warranty?
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Glad you fixed it!
taaviu said:
If you don't know what you are doing, you gonna brick your phone very easy.
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Is possible to brick it and never restore it anymore? I had a samsung spica and there was someways do hard brick it, but I always avoid that ways and be carefull. Can someone make a new thread explaining some essentials things? I have my Neo for about a week now
dioggo92 said:
Is possible to brick it and never restore it anymore? I had a samsung spica and there was someways do hard brick it, but I always avoid that ways and be carefull. Can someone make a new thread explaining some essentials things? I have my Neo for about a week now
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You can fix it anytime
Sometime it need only some credit to someone
Personally I recommended bootloader unlocking....because if you brick later your phone...fixing is much easily ....much
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taaviu said:
You can fix it anytime
Sometime it need only some credit to someone
Personally I recommended bootloader unlocking....because if you brick later your phone...fixing is much easily ....much
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How much? just a wipe data and reinstall a new ROM? And in what situations I can/I must/I shouldn't use SEUS? On my old samsung spica there was a kernel version that if I use ODIN with it the phone get hard bricked and unable to fix it... Some people had to send it to repair.
On my neo I have .42 completely stock for now... After unlock bootloader is it possible to get warranty back again?
By the way, thanks
dioggo92 said:
How much? just a wipe data and reinstall a new ROM? And in what situations I can/I must/I shouldn't use SEUS? On my old samsung spica there was a kernel version that if I use ODIN with it the phone get hard bricked and unable to fix it...
On my neo I have .42 completely stock for now...
By the way, thanks
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Simple. Don't brick your phone. Before you do something..read forum, ask, analyse and then do it.
If you already unlock BL...then you can't use officials SE update tools.
But there is many other tools what working with ANY conditions BL.
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taaviu said:
Simple. Don't brick your phone. Before you do something..read forum, ask, analyse and then do it.
If you already unlock BL...then you can't use officials SE update tools.
But there is many other tools what working with ANY conditions BL.
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After unlock bootloader is it possible to get warranty back again?
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I have found this, but doesn't talk about warranty...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335
dioggo92 said:
After unlock bootloader is it possible to get warranty back again?
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I have found this, but doesn't talk about warranty...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134335
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If you locking bootlader again then YES.
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serverxeon said:
Rooted using zerg
Installed CWM
tried to flash SE tweaked
boot loader locked
tried to resolve using flashtool, and PC companion.
but still does not help.
any other ideas?
maybe i did the flashtool and PC companion wrongly?
i havent try SEUS. where can i find SEUS?
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It still amazes me why people do this. Se-tweak for unlocked bootloader well glad your fixed now
Sent from my MT15i using xda premium
People do this because is a rom compatible with stock kernel and WORKS PERFECT with CWM and bl locked, tested by me and a lot of this "stubborn" people who don't want, or can't, unlock their bootloader. Solution is very simple, tweak a little your update-script and make life easy to all these people who want install your rom and enjoy your work.
Is for unlocked boot loader. Not locked to be honest it's not worth it
Still incorrect as stock is crap and no point if you use stock no tweaks no point in se tweaked
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right ive got a xperia mini pro and want to root it and put custom rom onto it like cm 7 cant someone help me through this please do i need to unlock the bootloader first ? if so how do i do it is it like the xperia play to unlock the bootloader ?
HI.I have this same phone.You need to unlock bootloader for flashing any kernels or custom roms.I havent done it yet because Im waiting for oficial stock ICS upgrade.You can unlock the bootloader at SE website,but you will lose your guarantee,thats the point why I dont do this.If you just root it you can change themes,flash mods and a lot more and this not going to harm your guarantee so decision is allways yours.Good luck anyway.
To install Cyanogenmod, you NEED to unlock the bootloader, because Cyanogenmod uses a different kernel. To unlock the bootloader, just go to the official SE website and follow the instructions.
SwissGeeK said:
To install Cyanogenmod, you NEED to unlock the bootloader, because Cyanogenmod uses a different kernel. To unlock the bootloader, just go to the official SE website and follow the instructions.
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Sadly according to the sony ericsson website i cannot unlock my bootloader, does that mean I'm boned for using any rom that has a custom kernel?
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_Mini_Pro:_Full_Update_Guide
this will help you
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http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Sony_Ericsson_Xperia_Mini_Pro:_Full_Update_Guide
this will help you
Should I unlock the boot loader of Xperia U?
What are the advantages and disadvantages?
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advantage
U can try custom roms that use a custom kernel
Disadvantage - U LOOSE WARRANTY
How to restore warranty after rooting/unlocking bootloader
Hello XDA Members,
This is my first post
I am new to android experiments but have experience of flashing microcontrollers(Programmable chips) from engineering degree. So I am comfortable with using flash tool, fastboot etc.
Recently, I have rooted, installed CWM recovery and custom rom on my Xperia U. My question is
"If I flash sony stock rom to my device, the warranty will be restored or not?"
if NOT then how can I restore the warranty before going to service centre say for some hardware issue.
Audicious said:
Hello XDA Members,
This is my first post
I am new to android experiments but have experience of flashing microcontrollers(Programmable chips) from engineering degree. So I am comfortable with using flash tool, fastboot etc.
Recently, I have rooted, installed CWM recovery and custom rom on my Xperia U. My question is
"If I flash sony stock rom to my device, the warranty will be restored or not?"
if NOT then how can I restore the warranty before going to service centre say for some hardware issue.
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Yes it will b restored
Coz no one can tell u flashed it
One of the fellow members confirmed this
He got his hardware issue sorted out after flashing that too under warranty
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Btw
Welcome
Unlocking Bootloader
Is it necessary to unlock bootloader? i mean there is kernals and recovery available for Locked Bootloaders then why we go for unlocking it?
sukhera2 said:
Is it necessary to unlock bootloader? i mean there is kernals and recovery available for Locked Bootloaders then why we go for unlocking it?
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Its not necessary.. There are ROMs for locked bootloaders too, but to try great ROMs like Cyanogen Mod you need unlocked bootloader.
you can lock the bootloader again if u wish
If I update to 17.1.2.A.0.314, will I lose ROOT?
ofc yes if u updated any software u will loose root but you can download pre rooted ftf
note : i do not have the z2 do not take my answer as a good answer
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ofc yes if u updated any software u will loose root but you can download pre rooted ftf
note : i do not have the z2 do not take my answer as a good answer
Nabukadnezar said:
If I update to 17.1.2.A.0.314, will I lose ROOT?
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Yes, flashing new (unrooted) firmware will always overwrite root, but you can follow these root instructions to root .314.
yes you will but can get it back
Nabukadnezar said:
If I update to 17.1.2.A.0.314, will I lose ROOT?
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yes you will loose root but you should be able to root it again
personally i do have Xperia Z2 everything factory installed (rooted) 17.1.2.A.0.314
i updated it with sony PC Companion and rooted it again with EasyRootTool v12.1 after 1st unsuccessful attempt with Chinese dev's root tool.(when i say unsuccessful that doesn't mean the tool is unsuccessful i probably wasn't using it the way i should)
latest easyroottool is here (new version of the one i have used to root updated Z2)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900
chinese dev's tool is here in case you need it (or find latest version if there is any probably wont need it)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2559009
before you wanna go ahead i would say research a bit more if you feel like it. personally i wasn't very careful cause i got DRM Keys backup thanx to devs but i got it done with EasyRootTool V12.1 in 2nd attempt.
goodluck
You'll only need to back up TA (where DRM keys are located) if you unlock your bootloader. Also, you only need to unlock your bootloader if you are flashing a custom kernel or Rom that requires a custom kernel. If you are only wanting root, there is no need to back up your TA partition. So just use the Easyroot tool to root after updating to .314 via PC companion if you are using that method m8:good:
It's a litle late to write about TA backup when he talks about loosing root at upgrade.
Sent from my Sony Xperia Z2 on TapaTalk
harfot said:
It's a litle late to write about TA backup when he talks about loosing root at upgrade.
Sent from my Sony Xperia Z2 on TapaTalk
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I have TA backed up and locked bootloader. The DRM keys are untouched atm.
Nabukadnezar said:
I have TA backed up and locked bootloader. The DRM keys are untouched atm.
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Yes, I was (almost) sure of that so just read and follow instructions for root.
Sent from my Sony Xperia Z2 on TapaTalk
Nabukadnezar said:
I have TA backed up and locked bootloader. The DRM keys are untouched atm.
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Sorry for double post
Sent from my Sony Xperia Z2 on TapaTalk
all i found in this forum is too complex for me ...
my device version is : 23.0.1.A.0.167
any chance to got a easy way to root ?
I'm thinking about Towelroot but on SGP612... I ask here coz i dont want to make new thread.
Is Towelroot working on Z3TC? what about OTA after full unroot?
If you don't care about retaining DRM keys, the old ADB/fastboot/flashtool/root tutorial on the General Board really isn't so complicated. It worked fine for me (SGP621) on the first go around. And I'm not an ultra-advanced user, only time I have ever flashed a ROM, it was a rooted stock ROM via ODIN on a Samsung device. See this thread to achieve full read/write privileges after.
Bruce666 said:
I'm thinking about Towelroot but on SGP612... I ask here coz i dont want to make new thread.
Is Towelroot working on Z3TC? what about OTA after full unroot?
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Towelroot is not supported because the kernel exploit that was used to exploit it has been patched for nearly half a year.
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maxonly said:
all i found in this forum is too complex for me ...
my device version is : 23.0.1.A.0.167
any chance to got a easy way to root ?
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There is only one method at this time to get root on this tablet (without loosing your DRM keys) and this method involves unlocking your bootloader after doing a backup of you DRM keys (TA partition).