i can't unlock bootloader - XPERIA X8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

there's so many ROM that i can't falsh it on my phone due to kernel and i think to flash kernel u have to unlock bootloader. and manufacture of my phone doesn't support unlock coz will make a hard brick . for instance i want to flash prime hd8 i tried but it coz a soft brick>>>>>???? what to do

If You have followed instructions everything should be fine, without any bricks. So maybe try again. You can unlock bootloader, but not for free unfortunately.

First, of course you can unclock bootloader for free. WTF??
Second, PrimeHD is also available for stock kernel.
Third, no need to open two same threads.

Chris95X8 said:
First, of course you can unclock bootloader for free. WTF??
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How he can unlock bootloader for free when he says:
love_story99000 said:
and manufacture of my phone doesn't support unlock coz will make a hard brick
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my manufac above 29 it's w32 and it leads to a hard brick ?? i read it before in this site???

love_story99000 said:
my manufac above 29 it's w32 and it leads to a hard brick ?? i read it before in this site???
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Yes, You're right (if it's 11W32). There's a risk that when You will try to unlock bootloader it will end with hardbrick.

so , isn't there anyway to do this stupid unlock to this stupid phone .

looks interesting http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1506502

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[Q] What is a Bootloader?

What is a Bootloader? and what does unlocking a bootloader do?
This thread says "READ ME 1ST!" for a reason.
gagan_sj said:
What is a Bootloader? and what does unlocking a bootloader do?
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if you want to upgrade your ROM you must unlock your BL. So you can flash the kernel or alfs then flash the ROM!
I think bootloader is same thing like BIOS in computer..
so we can change everything inside the phone system
read this
BlackRabbit1703 said:
if you want to upgrade your ROM you must unlock your BL. So you can flash the kernel or alfs then flash the ROM!
I think bootloader is same thing like BIOS in computer..
so we can change everything inside the phone system
read this
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Actually that's not completely right
Sent from my XPERIA using XDA Premium.
Q: What is bootloader?
A: In simple terms, a bootloader is the code that runs on a device before the operating system starts up. This low-level code contains the instructions that tell a device how to start up and find the system kernel. Every time your phone starts up, that bootloader code is telling your device what to do in order to get you to the home screen. As you can imagine, this process is vitally important. As such, manufacturers often use security measures to keep you from tampering with the bootloader.
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Quoted from the thread I linked!
gagan_sj said:
What is a Bootloader? and what does unlocking a bootloader do?
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Here is what You need to read
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Booting
If you have some IT skills you'll understand.

how to flash kernal and rom for x8

heloo all
i have root and xrecovery
now i want to this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1789713
how can i flash the kernal ?
and can i flash it on this android version : http://iraqup.net//uploads/images/up-1e0d0ef628.jpg
then help me how to flash the rom
note : i read many thinks about this but i am still don't know
Hello,
First of all you need to root your X8, download Flashtool, install it, run it, install drivers from folder and go to Applications>Unknown Sources(check)>Development>USB Debugging after that open Flashtool and make sure your phone is recognized by the program.
For custom kernel you need unlocked bootloader, for this better search in forums. It will be a pretty long story to explain you here. There are some guides.
There you go: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2043491
Sent from my XPERIA X8 using Tapatalk 2
oh unlocked bootloader may cause hard brick ... it's danger .. but i will reat it and try
altajer67 said:
oh unlocked bootloader may cause hard brick ... it's danger .. but i will reat it and try
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Check your manufacture date under battery, if it's below 11w29 then you can unlock bootloader but if it is not DON'T EVEN TRY !
(I hardbricked my xperia once)
oh **** my data : 10W45 ... F*** i can't unlock bootloader
altajer67 said:
oh **** my data : 10W45 ... F*** i can't unlock bootloader
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you can unlock bootloader it is safe..read properly what he wrote

I'm about to sell my XZ

Cause my bootloader is locked... Here's the only solution i found http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1896553
But unfortunately doesn't work on the XZ :silly: You guys think there will be a way soon?
Did you do this?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2153261
Ofc and it says that my device can't be unlocked...
Poustic said:
Wtf ! I know that if bootloader unlock allowed says no my device can't be unlocked...
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Well, you didn't write it in the first post... sorry
No problem i probably wasn't clear enough
Poustic said:
Ofc and it says that my device can't be unlocked...
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have you rooted your phone or was bl unlock: no before rooting ?
Was bl unlock: no before and after rooting
Poustic said:
Cause my bootloader is locked... Here's the only solution i found http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1896553
But unfortunately doesn't work on the XZ :silly: You guys think there will be a way soon?
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Well..i am not sure what kind of locked device is this. We don't have career locked phones in my country. They sell it without any lock...
can anyone explain it what kind of lock is this ? and it's not even allowing to root...
Foas said:
Well..i am not sure what kind of locked device is this. We don't have career locked phones in my country. They sell it without any lock...
can anyone explain it what kind of lock is this ? and it's not even allowing to root...
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Bootloader locked means u cannot load anything at boot that would tinker with the basic core of the device, like u cannot use custom kernels when ur bootloader is locked that is y ppl unlock their boot loaders Google for further info.
As for the OP's problem :
This is a known issue when u root ur device without unlocking bootloader, the solution to this is to do a full repair using Sony Suite which will result in loss of all data phone ,SD card etc .
check this link out its clearly stated over there
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2186368
Troubleshooting:
if your device has unlockable bootloader then after applying this hack the bootloader status will turn "Bootloader unlock allowed: No"
in that case dont worry the users have reported that doing a repair via SEUS will flash back stock firmware and turn this status to "Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes" (the same might also be achieved by flashing a stock FTF using FlashTool <yet to be confirmed>)
ROOT WILL BE LOST BY DOING THE ABOVE AND YOUR INTERNAL STORAGE MAY GET WIPED!
SO DO A BACKUP OF APPS & INTERNAL STORAGE ON AN EXTERNAL SDCARD/PC
How so some people can unlock the bootloader and some can't??
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Sony X8 Other rom instal

Hello, i have old xperia X8, with CM7 alpha 1 version. I want something new faster.
I was trying instal http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1836116
but all time i was failed to check bootloader unlock, when i was trying to check status with *#*#3738423#*#* it just blink and nothing happen, i was trying with my sony and its working i can check status.
Maybe that means my bootloader unlocked? because i have allready instaled rom?
if your bootloader is unlocked, you would know because you'd have to be the one to do it or paid/asked someone to do it for you. check with s1tool. there's a thread regarding bootloader unlocking.
Just because i don't doesn't mean i can't.
cascabel said:
if your bootloader is unlocked, you would know because you'd have to be the one to do it or paid/asked someone to do it for you. check with s1tool. there's a thread regarding bootloader unlocking.
Just because i don't doesn't mean i can't.
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thanks for respond i checked with s1tool and there i was reading if code starts With R - means locked, if r unlocked ?
them my was with R.
Nahalas said:
thanks for respond i checked with s1tool and there i was reading if code starts With R - means locked, if r unlocked ?
them my was with R.
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correct. your bootloader is locked. if you're planning to unlock it check the date at the back of the phone first.
Just because i don't doesn't mean i can't.
cascabel said:
correct. your bootloader is locked. if you're planning to unlock it check the date at the back of the phone first.
Just because i don't doesn't mean i can't.
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This writed under batery ? I checked it my code is 01. if bigger then 29 then problems if i good read ?
Nahalas said:
This writed under batery ? I checked it my code is 01. if bigger then 29 then problems if i good read ?
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If it's higher than 11w29, not trying to unlock is recommended, as the chance of having a hard brick is extremely high. Not saying that it's impossible to unlock after that number, there are several people who did it, but I wouldn't try it unless you think you have nothing to lose. It's very difficult to repair the phone by yourself if a hard brick was to happen this way (you need some technical knowledge to do so).
Several things to keep in mind:
- Do not look for the number on the battery, but on the sticker beneath the battery.
- 11w29 means 2011, week 29, so basically it's possible for you to have 12w25 or something, denoting year 2012, week 25. If you keep an eye on the second number only you would thing unlocking bootloader is safe, but it isn't. It's still well over 11w29.
As for the ROM to install, I already recommended these two in another topic:
2.2 - FroyoPro v2.5
2.3 - GingerDX v031b
Both work very well with custom kernels.
Maybe you can recomend anything to instal without bootloader unlock ? or its not impossible ? just put any rom to SD card open with CWM instal and use.
Nahalas said:
Maybe you can recomend anything to instal without bootloader unlock ? or its not impossible ? just put any rom to SD card open with CWM instal and use.
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gongerdx if you want gb. froyobread for froyo. there are other roms for stock kernel, you can try them to see which one suits you.
Just because i don't doesn't mean i can't.
Nahalas said:
Maybe you can recomend anything to instal without bootloader unlock ? or its not impossible ? just put any rom to SD card open with CWM instal and use.
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Both of these run well with stock kernel. I run FroyoPro with stock and I'm very satisfied.
For others, I suggest you search the forums a bit or Google them out. There are lots of ROMs to choose from.

[Q] x8 12w06 ,any ideas to unlock bootloader !!

Hi all , i have x8 12w06 and I really want to unlock it to install custom kernels ..
So, i knew that the devices 11w29+ is impossible to unlock bootloader .. But i believe there is a method for this case.
I believe there is no thing called "impossible" ^_^ .
I have searched on uncle Google but no results ..
If there any tool can help me please tell me
Note : "I have tried to unlock bootloader using the known way but it had a hard brick but i repaired it using box flash tool".
Can box flash tool help me !!!
Waiting for your ideas.
Counting on you , guys
You can unlock bootloader but not for free. Read this tread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1506502&page=46
+1 although there is no guarantee for it to work, you'll be just wasting your money, try to stick in stock ROMS for stability and for safety
iks8 said:
You can unlock bootloader but not for free. Read this tread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1506502&page=46
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