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X8 not Repairing with PCC & SEUS

Hello everybody,
My x8 has unlocked bootloader. Manufactured 11w14. I have flashed back to the Stock kernel, Stock Rom 2.1.1.A.0.6 . But I want fresh stock rom with locked bootloader because I have to sell it.
Now the problem is that neither PCC nor SEUS working for me.
PCC always on downloading since 14 hrs and SEUS says alredy updated and no option for repairing in bottom right corner.
What should I do..? I want to use SEUS. please help me.

Bravia4X8 said:
Hello everybody,
My x8 has unlocked bootloader. Manufactured 11w14. I have flashed back to the Stock kernel, Stock Rom 2.1.1.A.0.6 . But I want to fresh stock rom with relock because I have to sell it.
Now the problem is that neither PCC nor SEUS working for me.
PCC always on downloading since 14 hrs and SEUS says alredy updated and no option for repairing in bottom right corner.
What should I do..? I want to use SEUS. please help me.
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Just use flashtool. Either install the 2.1 firmware then flash the 015 baseband or install the 1.6 firmware then update with PCC.
Sent from my X8 using xda premium

I also used this with flashtool and flashed 2.1 update but nothing. Is there anyway to use SEUS again. In past time I used this for X8 and it regularly worked for me.
EDIT: I already have 015 baseband

Bravia4X8 said:
I also used this with flashtool and flashed 2.1 update but nothing.
EDIT: I already have 015 baseband
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Mind to share your thoughts about what problem you have with Flashtool?

B.Jay said:
Mind to share your thoughts about what problem you have with Flashtool?
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Master B.JAY, there is no problem with Flashtool, the problem is with SEUS and PCC as I can't repair my device using these.
As I am saying in 1st post, I have to sell X8. So, I want to relock its bootloader and Stock rom with SEUS but SEUS don't show repair button after the bootloader unlocked.
Even I have Flashed both Stock ROM and KERNEL with flashtool. But how to relock it??????

Bravia4X8 said:
Even I have Flashed both Stock ROM and KERNEL with flashtool. But how to relock it??????
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Ah, my Padawan ... much things to learn you have ...
If you already flashed back to Stock Baseband then all you have to do is to re-lock the boot loader with s1tool ...
1. Hit up the [Guide] Bootloader and kernel guide | X8 | W8 | X10 mini | X10 mini pro thread
2. Press CTRL+F in your browser and search for "HOW TO RELOCK BOOTLOADER"
3. Follow the instructions of that section to re-lock the boot loader.
May the force be strong with you, youngling.

I followed the Procedure , but in s1tool there is no option for relocking bootloader. How to re-lock???
sorry if its over..but I need help only from you as you are more sincere in my mind.

Let me sum it up for you ...
HOW TO RELOCK BOOTLOADER :
Flash back stock kernel using "Repair" option in SEUS or by using Flashtool (if using Flashtool either flash stock firmware or flash the appropiate .ftf file below):
X8 (E15) and W8 stock kernel:
Download link: http://www.mediafire.com/?zb3zhdkodgy55ch#1
Direct download link: http://db.tt/NI2WBnUp
(According to you, you already did that step and flashed back to Stock ROM and Stock Baseband/Kernel)
Download S1tool and extract it to an appropiate location on your PC (not needed if you already have s1tool) . (Credits go to the_laser for this tool)
S1tool post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17374120&postcount=26
Direct download link: http://db.tt/OrOQO33
Turn off your phone.
Launch s1tool.exe in the folder you extracted s1tool to.
Click on Restore button and then connect your phone to the PC in flash mode (press and hold back button while connecting your phone to the PC).
Wait for the process to complete. Congratulations! You now have relocked your bootloader!
I just left out the parts where you would flash back Stock with Flashtool and where you would install the gordon's gate driver.
Now, where's the problem?
You unable to read to follow a simple instruction from above to go to the thread, search for the RE-LOCK section and do as written?
EDIT: Is my mood now serious enough for you?

i use fleshtool to repair my x8

B.Jay said:
Let me sum it up for you ...
Launch s1tool.exe in the folder you extracted s1tool to.
Click on Restore button and then connect your phone to the PC in flash mode (press and hold back button while connecting your phone to the PC).
Wait for the process to complete. Congratulations! You now have relocked your bootloader!
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I cut the portion from your reply...and look at the bold fonts.....this mean here is problem with me...There is no restore button
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Use the attached s1tool
Definitely not my fault if morons can't link to the right version of the tool (isn't it great I keep this stuff archived to have it at hand?).

previous was that as in this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22380402&postcount=10

See two posts up ... there's a RESTORE button!

Yes, In your s1tool there is restore button.
I used a ****ty s1tool. Now with yours perfectly relocked.

That "****ty" expression is definitely worth a "Thanks"...
Anyhow... WOOT!
Now you can sell your X8 like it once shipped.

You are right...and Sorry for my Word..

[TUTORIAL][ROOT]Upgrade stock .434 to .253 - DRM & Bootloader LOCKED

*EDIT* - BUGS: Mounting the system r/w with a root explorer, makes the phone reboot.
silencer51 said:
run in superuser:
/system/bin/stop ric
in a terminal app, this stops the reboots when messing around the system folder.
you need to run it at every boot though.
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Hi,
After looking EVERYWHERE on this forum to see if there is a tutorial to upgrade my rooted stock .434 rom to .253 without losing root, I've come across many threads explaining bits and pieces on how to get to .253, and how to get your bootloader and TA partition back in place.
After summoning up some courage, I've decided to try and upgrade my XZ to .253 and rooting it with a bootloader unlock. But it didn't end there. I then tried to relock the bootloader and restore the TA partition using information from many other threads.
The good news is, this worked. I now have:
- Stock ROM
- Root
- DRM Keys intact
- Bootloader LOCKED
- Bootloader unlock allowed = yes
Before explaining step by step how I accomplished this, I'd like to thank the following awesome members of the XDA community:
DooMLoRD , shadowboy23 , krabappel2548 , rickwyatt , DevShaft
And now, the tutorial:
DISCLAIMER: I am not responsible for bricked phones, failed root attempts, heart attacks, or anything else caused by this tutorial. This method worked for me, and I sincerely hope that it will work for everyone else.
Requirements:
- Flashtool
- Stock Firmware .253 - The list of unbranded, stock firmwares is in this thread
- PC Companion
- Doomlord’s Advanced stock kernel
- SuperSU zip - also in DooMLoRD's thread
- Backup-TA 8.0 by DevShaft
- A strong heart (this process nearly gave me a heart attack)
I assume you already have a rooted stock rom, so I won’t be taking the trouble to explain how to root the .434 firmware.
Step 1:
Backup your TA partition using the Backup-TA 8.0 By DevShaft
Step 2:
Backup EVERYTHING you need. Especially your internal storage and your SD-card, these will both be wiped.
Step 3:
Upgrade your phone using sony’s PC companion to the .253 firmware. Let it boot completely after upgrade, so the NFC Firmware is upgraded.
Step 4:
Use flashtool to unlock your bootloader. <- Reminder: This will wipe EVERYTHING. So make sure you have made your backups!
Step 5:
With the bootloader unlocked, root the firmware by using Doomlord’s method as described HERE.
Step 6:
With flashtool, flash the stock Kernel over the advanced stock kernel.
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Make sure you flash ONLY the kernel, not the system partition, this will probably make you lose root.
Step 7:
Now that we’ve got a stock, rooted rom, it is time to restore the TA-backup.
From here on, please double check every step you take, as flashing a wrong TA backup will hard brick your device. Also, this is where the increased heart rate starts
Use TA-Backup 8.0 by DevShaft to restore your TA partition, thus locking the bootloader and restoring your DRM keys.
Step 8:
Suffer from a minor heart attack while waiting for your phone to boot. This took my XZ a while..
Now that it has booted, check if your DRM keys are intact and your bootloader is locked:
First, dial *#*#7378423#*#*
- Service Info
- Configuration
- Check if bootloader unlock allowed = yes
Second, Go back to the service menu.
- Service Tests
- Verify Certificates
- Check if your certs are all there and intact.
If the bootloader status and the DRM keys are all ok, congratulations! you now have stock, rooted, bootloader closed, drm-rich, .253 rom!
If you have any questions, I will try my best to answer them.

Better tell people to use Backup-TA 8.0< by @DevShaft instead since it's much more secure than the one in the OP which is quite likely to brick your phone.

I just used your method to clean install .235 with root and locked BL.
Everything worked fine.
However, even with this method, I get a reboot when mounting /system as r/w. Sigh.

TheHawk002 said:
Better tell people to use Backup-TA 8.0< by @DevShaft instead since it's much more secure than the one in the OP which is quite likely to brick your phone.
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Changed the OP, replacing rickwyatt's method with DevShaft's .
Thanks for the input! :laugh:

silencer51 said:
I just used your method to clean install .235 with root and locked BL.
Everything worked fine.
However, even with this method, I get a reboot when mounting /system as r/w. Sigh.
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I've tried this also, after some seconds, my phone reboots also. Sorry!

Incanity said:
I've tried this also, after some seconds, my phone reboots also. Sorry!
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No problem, with your method, while riskier, I have a cleanly flashed .235 with root.
run in superuser:
/system/bin/stop ric
in a terminal app, this stops the reboots when messing around the system folder.
you need to run it at every boot though.

silencer51 said:
No problem, with your method, while riskier, I have a cleanly flashed .235 with root.
run in superuser:
/system/bin/stop ric
in a terminal app, this stops the reboots when messing around the system folder.
you need to run it at every boot though.
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I'll make a note in the OP about this. Thank you very much!

heyy
I have the stock ROM installed 253 from sony updater,
I can now start directly from step 1 to rooten?,
* and if I want to make the TA backup than he indicates that the file sdcard / backup TA. ** does not exist

You need to downgrade to a rootable ROM first (like .434).
Flash .434, root it, then make a TA backup, then flash .235 and proceed.
If you 're already on .235 and haven't taken a TA backup there is no way to do it without downgrading first...

silencer51 said:
You need to downgrade to a rootable ROM first (like .434).
Flash .434, root it, then make a TA backup, then flash .235 and proceed.
If you 're already on .235 and haven't taken a TA backup there is no way to do it without downgrading first...
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so I downgrade to 434 and then I go root
Bootlock unlock or not?
and then the stock kernel over flash
and restore the TA
as I understand it?
sorry for my english

Flash this http://www.fun-industries.nl/xda/?dlid=c3VwZXJ1c2Vy in CWM or TWRP, it will fix the reboot issues.
NOTE: It will also install Superuser.apk to /system/app ... so if you have SuperSU installed, you will need to do the 'super user shuffle' to change it back.

1) Downgrade to .434 by flashing an appropriate FTF file through Flashtool
2) Root it via one of the rooting toolkits available here on xda
3) Backup TA (make sure you have a proper backup!)
4) Update to .235 via PC Companion or SUS
5) Unlock bootloader
6) Flash Advanced Stock Kernel by DoomLord
7) Root through CWM Recovery
8) flash stock .235 through Flashtool and appropriate .ftf
9) relock bootloader through a TA restore
these are the steps, pretty much

I updated my phone to 235 via PC Companion, but I didn't check if this version is rooted, so I flashed back 434, root and backup TA, but now PC Companion and SUS don't update my phone (no update available...). Can I flash 235 via flashtool or I have to wait?

jjocer said:
I updated my phone to 235 via PC Companion, but I didn't check if this version is rooted, so I flashed back 434, root and backup TA, but now PC Companion and SUS don't update my phone (no update available...). Can I flash 235 via flashtool or I have to wait?
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Click the 'Update to 10.1.1.A.1.253' link in my signature, it will update your device and root it.
With an unlocked bootloader the SUS and PC Companion update services will ignore your phone. You need to re-lock to make them update your phone again.

[NUT] said:
Click the 'Update to 10.1.1.A.1.253' link in my signature, it will update your device and root it.
With an unlocked bootloader the SUS and PC Companion update services will ignore your phone. You need to re-lock to make them update your phone again.
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But my phone has locked bootloader.

jjocer said:
But my phone has locked bootloader.
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Hmm, then you flashed a .434 FTF which turned your phone into something you did not buy
Flash the update package in my signature, it will get you going, rooted and with dual recovery

[NUT] said:
Hmm, then you flashed a .434 FTF which turned your phone into something you did not buy
Flash the update package in my signature, it will get you going, rooted and with dual recovery
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I checked in service info: Bootloader unlock allowed: NO. Before flashing I had yes?! I flashed this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2235046.
Bravia engine is working.

I believe that there are some threads on this. There is a way to go around the allowed=no on an unbranded phone. I had the same, I used PC companion to update my XZ to. 253 and the bootloader unlock allowed changed to yes.
From there I unlocked the bootloader, rooted, and restored the TA. Now it still says bootloader unlock allowed = yes
Sent from my glorious Xperia Z C6603

jjocer said:
I checked in service info: Bootloader unlock allowed: NO. Before flashing I had yes?! I flashed this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2235046.
Bravia engine is working.
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Check the Z rooting thread by DooMLoRD, there is a flashable fix in there by someone.
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app

[NUT] said:
Check the Z rooting thread by DooMLoRD, there is a flashable fix in there by someone.
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
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Your guide works, and evyrything is ok now. Thanks.

[Q] Locked bootloader , can i downgrade to root.

i recently bought a bell xperia z1, went on to the sony website to unlock bootloader to find that mine is locked, unlike the international version which has an unlockable bootloader.
ive updated it to see if the updates would unlock the bootloader but alas they did not, now im running :
model c6906
android 4.3
build 14.2.A.0.209
Main question :
Will i be able to downgrade and bypass the bootloader?
ive rooted a S2/Htc HD/ Desire Z in the past im just worrying about bricking my phone that ive had for less then a week.
and all other guides ive seen are for different versions, ive heard of flashing the 6903 stuff but that makes me worry way to much.
so pretty much want to know is it possible to do via downgrade to achieve root or should i just wait till a safer method becomes available.
sony bloatware is annoying

Yes, you can get C6906 Rooted with Locked Bootlader. First you have Read a bit more about it, starting with this thread and also watch the Video Tutorial.
You have to use Flashtool v0.9.15 to downgrade to .534 using Rogers FTF for your model from here.
When you are on 4.2.2 FW .534 Root it with Bin4ry Method, then Install Dualrecovery, SuperSU and Upgrade to your favorite latest Android Pre-Rooted, like KitKat Here or JB 4.3 Here.
Done.
Good Luck!

you sir are the man, followed the video and got root, now to find a rom to use.
edit : went to install a rom + gapps and had to do the whole process over again. right from flashing nuts custom. got stuck in a sony logo boot loop. zz
so attempt #2 with a different rom.
edit 2: was able to update to 4.4 kitkat so now i hope i can update my rom. since i was trying to do a 4.4 rom on the 4.3 firmware ?
edit3: nope stuck on sony logo so went back to nuts again... hrmm well atleast i could upate to 4.4 going to try boot to cwm and see if that works

Before I flashed mine I was reading for weeks, You did in few hours and I think to quickly. If the phone stuck in Boot logo, I think you did something wrong but I don't have the phone with me so I cannot tell.
Now you have to go back to stock, keep pushing Volume UP and Power, 3 vibrations, phone in off, keep pushing volume down and connect to pc in flashmode, flash a Stock FTF for your model from the link I give you. Now you phone should boot. Repeat the process to get Root and be careful.
Remember to Wipe Data, Appslog, Cache, every time you flash a Fresh Installation is recommended.

eclyptos said:
keep pushing volume down and connect to pc in flashmode, flash a Stock FTF for your model from the link I give you. .
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You should not connect the phone to the PC until the PC prompts you after flashtool has prepared the files for flashing

sorvis said:
since i was trying to do a 4.4 rom on the 4.3 firmware ?
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4.4 will need a 4.4 kernel.

gregbradley said:
You should not connect the phone to the PC until the PC prompts you after flashtool has prepared the files for flashing
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Ok, that is why I saw in Flashtool Disconnect and Connect my device few times but never had a problem. Good to know.

i was able to go back and use flash tool to flash nut's ftf
so im on 4.4 kitkat rooted which is good.
but when i flash any custom rom trough any recovery it boot loops im guessing its because locked bootloader.
so im guessing any rom i want to flash has to have 2 parts. The flashing process in recovery and the flashtool flash firmware for that rom.
unless like you said update my kernal

Can't install OTA update

Hey, so my phone was on a custom ROM for some time now and I just recently went back to stock by flashing an .ftf file with FlashTool.
Since I wanted to go very sure that I take the right file to flash, I chose one with the firmware version 12.1.A.0.266 because I didn't find a newer one, I trusted, thinking I could update it to 12.1.A.1.207 via Update Center then. The flashing process went flawless but the thing is that I couldn't update my phone.
I go into the Update Center, click on download (it's the newest 12.1.A.1.207 firmware) and afterwards on install. The phone shuts down and for 4 or 5 seconds the screen shows the normal animation it always shows, when updating firmware.
After these 4 or 5 seconds it reboots normally and I get the alert that installation is not possible. I tried it a hundred times via PC Companion as well but it always says that I have modified software and it can't be updated.
I also reset my phone thinking this could solve the issue but it didn't and now I don't know what to do. I don't really want to flash an .ftf file again because I'm always a bit anxious when flashing something.
If you have an idea on how to solve my problem I'd be very thankful

Anyone?

Schokonuss said:
Anyone?
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If you unlocked bootloader you cant update, maybe even if you dont unlock it there can be problems
Just flash ftf of version you want i reccomend you .205
On 207 i have sim reading problems

Spasik said:
If you unlocked bootloader you cant update, maybe even if you dont unlock it there can be problems
Just flash ftf of version you want i reccomend you .205
On 207 i have sim reading problems
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Oh thank you!
I didn't even know, that updating with an unlocked bootloader is not possible. Thanks for your recommendation as well

[Q] Unable to upgrade from 4.2.2

Long story short, sent my phone away for warranty repair and it came back with 4.2.2 flashed on it. Never rooted it or modded it in any way. I wanted to update it back to 4.3 and from there eventually back to 5.1, however, the phone says that it's up to date - same thing with PC Companion. Tried to repair it via PCC and I also did a factory reset on it, both to no avail.
Is there any way to force the OTA update(unless I have to wait for X days) or is rooting and flashing the only way out of this? C6093, build 14.1.G.1.534, cust. no. 1276-1193.
Thanks in advance.

u_wot_m8 said:
Long story short, sent my phone away for warranty repair and it came back with 4.2.2 flashed on it. Never rooted it or modded it in any way. I wanted to update it back to 4.3 and from there eventually back to 5.1, however, the phone says that it's up to date - same thing with PC Companion. Tried to repair it via PCC and I also did a factory reset on it, both to no avail.
Is there any way to force the OTA update(unless I have to wait for X days) or is rooting and flashing the only way out of this? C6093, build 14.1.G.1.534, cust. no. 1276-1193.
Thanks in advance.
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I am on mobile at the moment and hope
my search went correct. then you are on a branded swedish firmware from tele2.
Where are you from and what firmware was on your phone before you gave it to repair?
You can flash any firmware you want with the help of flash tool app.

motorazrv3 said:
I am on mobile at the moment and hope
my search went correct. then you are on a branded swedish firmware from tele2.
Where are you from and what firmware was on your phone before you gave it to repair?
You can flash any firmware you want with the help of flash tool app.
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Thanks for the flashtool tip, I unlocked the bootloader and used Sony's Emma flashtool to flash it back to 5.1.1.
Thanks again!

u_wot_m8 said:
Thanks for the flashtool tip, I unlocked the bootloader and used Sony's Emma flashtool to flash it back to 5.1.1.
Thanks again!
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You didn't have to unlock your bootloader to flash a firmware to your phone!
Did you backup your ta partition because unlocking your bootloader means you will loose your DRM keys?