hi guys, i have some issues during installation process. when i try to install any ROM it just dont accept it. ive followed exact instructions and checked for my version, baseband, rooted, installed xrecovery, wiped data, install rom, again full wipe and again it seems that doesnt work. i checked also for requirements, i have unlocked bootloader, have stock kernel but no lucky at all. im desperate, i dont wanna to stuck again with eclair because its poor in comparation with >2.2. i havent mentioned that earlier about 3 months ago i succed to install gingerv20 without any problem but now i cant. pls help
If you have unlocked your bootloader then why are you on stock kernel?? :what:
Flash the correct & latest nAa or alfs kernel and then the corresponding compatible rom.
Also don't do full wipe AFTER you have flashed the rom!!
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U are not mentioning that u have installed a kernel with flashtool. If you are using a Rom which requires custom kernel then you have to flash first it with flashtool
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You better use cwm instaid of xrecovery. If you have indeed unlocked your bootloader then you can install the kernel with flashtool and the cwm will be included. Also as i have already told you see what kernel the rom works with!
hey guys, when i choosed what rom i will download, in requrement said that will work with stock kernel and i didnt flashed it. but before that rom i flashed it with flashtool to try others and also didnt work...im not that noob, i can read but im sure that i srewed something up...i'll continue to try and i'll let u know have i succed...tnx anyway
After many roms tryed i finally succed to install 'Update-GingerElite.V2', and i didnt FULL WIPED after installing it as ''cdeox8'' said, and he was right. In requrements just said that that need to be rooted, Baseband 015, Sony Ericsson Stock Kernel and that was true, but i tryed few of roms who required same things but they didnt work. Anyway im not gonna to risk anymore with roms, i like this GingerElite so im gonna keep it for the moment. When i buy other phone im goona make some experiments tnx guys anyway
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hi all i just recently formatted my bricked phone though the PCC method ..and now everything is back to stock now ..so my root acces is gone , my link2sd and it's app is gone , my xrecovery is gone , rom is gone , cmw gone cause no mod all things root based is gone so ...basically how can i recover them? must i do everything back? from root to xrecovery(since these 2 are most important)? i heard i cant flash my phone through the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19647865&postcount=13
i understand it but it seems that i followed it indirectly ..since i used the pcc method instead of his ...so is there another way to flash?
If you had saved backup with xRec or CWM, install them again and restore it. Or you can set up everything again from the beggining but it will take you some time.
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hi all i just recently formatted my bricked phone though the PCC method ..and now everything is back to stock now ..so my root acces is gone , my link2sd and it's app is gone , my xrecovery is gone , rom is gone , cmw gone cause no mod all things root based is gone so ...basically how can i recover them? must i do everything back? from root to xrecovery(since these 2 are most important)? i heard i cant flash my phone through the link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19647865&postcount=13
i understand it but it seems that i followed it indirectly ..since i used the pcc method instead of his ...so is there another way to flash?
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betta to do it again,root with superoneclick
well..if u want to use custom ROMs again, then yes, you must start from rooting again. everytime you fix your phone through PCC/SEUS/flashtool, ur phone become like new, just the way u bought it.
Oh wait ... this is a W8?
This is the first time you mentioned this bit of info.
Well ...
You can flash your W8 with Flashtool as well - the difference to the regular E15i/E15a Xperia X8 is that the W8 comes with a slightly different ROM (aka "Walkman") and a re-versioned baseband ("E16"). Otherwise the two devices are identical twins.
This little difference is ONLY of any importance if you would want to have exactly the W8 Stock ROM version back. Since your goal is to flash FroyoPro anyway, it doesn't matter to flash back the normal X8 ROM (others actually re-flashed their phone from a W8 to a X8 to get rid of the "Walkman" parts of it).
That being said - I can't recall I ever saw a Flashtool image of the W8 stock firmware.
Anyhow, now that you got the phone recovered with PCC just grab Flashtool and start at the rooting step onward to a) root the phone, b) inject xRecovery and c) flash FroyoPro.
Thanks ya but can I flash using my w8 since my neo locked my comp with pw
Hello all!
I'm new on this forum. I have questions about Xperia X8. About 1 week i will buy xperia x8(with android 2.1). I want to root it. I have found tutorials on net but i don't really understand, am i going to unlock the bootloader if a root my phone and install custom rom(I'm thinking to install Froyobread)? I don't want to brick my phone so is it safe to root? Also if i have Custom Rom(Froyobread) can I use market to install free apps?
Thanks
P.S Sorry for my english
rooting is easy. just use superoneclick. bootloader unlock is more difficult and dangerous.
for froyobread you wont need a custom kernel. you can us gingerbread roms 2.3 to without flashing a kernel. i have locked bootloader too.
It's safe to root your X8, i recommend this program to do with: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
It's a very simple and great program. U just need to connect your phone with USB Debugging, and click on root. Thats all
If you want to change the stock kernel (most of roms can run with stock) u will need to download stuff, and make these steps. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
Also, make sure, your phone is able to do these processes.
And If you have a costum rom, you can download free apps from market. It's very simple.
To install a costum rom, u need just to read a lot of about it.
Good luck!
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So that means with rooting i won't brick-damage my phone(if a follow instructions carefully)? What 2.3 android Rom to choose for daily using?
Will froyobread run on stock kernel(will i need to unlock bootloader)? Also is there a tool so if a brick(damage) my phone to restore to old state(i have heard that Sony PC Companion is doing that)???
Sorry for stupid questions
Every rom have it's own advantage. I'm using now Alfsv8 kernel, with GDXv22.
It's a very good rom, for almost everything. But nAa's kernel and rom are very popular and great too.
Rooting is very simple with this program, you can't miss it
EDIT: Most of GingerBread roms require the latest nAa kernel, but I prefer Alfs As I mentioned, u must unlock your bootloader to flash a costum kernel.
And yes, you can restore your phone if u accidently brick ur phone. You can make the restore with PCC.
So if i want to install froyobread i will need to change kernel. Is kernel automaticly installing when i browse and choose to install custom rom in xRecovery 0.1. Or is there a special procedure for that?
No, it won't get installed with a rom automatically (it would be too simple )
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1254225
Read this thread carefully, and u will know how to do it.
Wait but luisniklas said that i wont need custom kernels for froyo. I also read tutorials for installing custom rom for froyo and i don't find anything for custom kernels. I don't really understand is there a difference between bootloader and custom kernels? If i need to change kernel, i'm not going to risk my phone at all.
Sorry I'm so boring but i really don't understand this things
Update: I found that Froyobread is going to work on stock kernel? Is that mean that i have to skip that hard procedure(changing kernel)?
Some rom will work on stock kernel. I dont know which ones, minicm, gingerdx and the other better roms need to change the kernel. If you don't want to change the kernel, u will need to test the roms by yourself. With stock kernel, maybe u will have wifi, notification bar, bluetooth, camera, fm radio and other bugs. The performance will also won't be fast.
Thanks for explaing that. Now if someone know answer me:
WILL FROYOBREAD WORK ON STOCK KERNEL?
Look.I'll make it as easy as I can get:
First,you root.It's simple, easy and safe. Search for instructions about SuperOneClick.
Then, you install xrecovery.This is necessary in order to install rom.
Then,you choose the rom you want to install.Every rom mentions if it runs on custom or stock kernel, or both.
I suggest since you are new, you should not try to unlock your bootloader yet, you don't want to end up hard bricking your phone.
Go to the rom you want to install, and see if it says stock or custom kernel.And then, you save it to your sd card, you go to xrecovery and install it.
I found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1079463
There is nowhere said that this rom need stock or custom kernel. What will happen if this rom needs custom kernel and i have install on stock?
After you install it, your phone will be stuck in the Sony Ericsson logo. That's what happens.
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I found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1079463
There is nowhere said that this rom need stock or custom kernel. What will happen if this rom needs custom kernel and i have install on stock?
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This one will works on stock
I want to be safe, so I will make a backup of stock rom in case this custom rom not work. I'll make backup and then if get stuck on sony ericsson logo i wall restore to stock. Anyway thanks guys for explaing me, if I stuck on some steps i will ask you.
Edit: Last stupid question: So if this rom work on stock kernel i won't need to change kernel or unlock bootloader?
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Edit: Last stupid question: So if this rom work on stock kernel i won't need to change kernel or unlock bootloader?
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Yes, that's what it means.
No, you won't.
But after u learn things about the X8, u should change the kernel too.
install recovery after rooting. use the xrecovery installer. if you cant find it pm me and i will help you. in xrecovery you can backup your current rom with apps etc .
i use GingerXperia(with all xperia apps) V22 on stock kernel. its very nice.
i something gets wrong you mostly can restore your phone with sony ericsson update service.
Guys my problem was i rooted my phone and deleted accidentally an important file in system/app. So i am planning to restore the stock rom to get it. Is there any one know to do it? Or can i just install a custom rom for my device? My priority is to install a custom rom if there's a 100% safe way to install.
By the way, here's my manufacturing date 12w12, as far as I read, there's a chance to brick my phone if i try to flash a custom rom on it.
Please help me guys.
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Stock ROM can be restored by using either PC Companion or SEUS. If your recovery still works (assuming you installed it after rooting), you can install a custom ROM immediately without having to revert to stock.
Manufacturing date is only of relevance to you if you're planning to unlock your bootloader and flash a custom kernel, which in your case is not recommended. Check the link Gogeta gave to you to see why this is the case.
At this point, the worst thing that could happen is that you soft-brick your phone by flashing a ROM that requires a custom kernel to run. And even then, you can easily revert back with PCC or SEUS.
Search for a ROM that requires a stock kernel, and follow the instructions. Perfectly safe to do.
Hello everyone, i sucessfully installed the latest kernel for my x8 (E15_2.6.32.61-nAa-06.ftf) and the phone boots into the recovery mode, i already tried 2 diferent roms but both dont work with this kernel, since they ask for an older kernel when i try to install them.
What roms do work with the latest kernel so i can revive this old phone?
In the rom threads it is mentioned with what kernels they work with.
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kimikelku said:
Hello everyone, i sucessfully installed the latest kernel for my x8 (E15_2.6.32.61-nAa-06.ftf) and the phone boots into the recovery mode, i already tried 2 diferent roms but both dont work with this kernel, since they ask for an older kernel when i try to install them.
What roms do work with the latest kernel so i can revive this old phone?
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if you want to install GBv31b,cm7 use latest kernel E15_nAa-14_2.6.29.6-nAa-14,
for cm9,10 series i think you have to use ICS kernel....
search in forum.
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But i have installed the latest kernel and i cant find where it shows on how to install an older kernel. And in the thread with the list of Roms's the latest ones dont have support for this kernel. So im stuck with it with no Rom.
kimikelku said:
But i have installed the latest kernel and i cant find where it shows on how to install an older kernel. And in the thread with the list of Roms's the latest ones dont have support for this kernel. So im stuck with it with no Rom.
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each ROM has each kernel on the Requirement dude
just follow the instruction
So i finally solved the problem and managed to install another kernel, but the phone keeps showing the boot animation for the kernel and doesnt boot into the actual ROM.
EDIT:Thank you BlackRabbit1703 for the stock kernel link, i restored to the default and im going to try everything again.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35338935&postcount=2
I can't find a single ROM that will work with my phone, i have already tried 7 ROM's from 4.1 to 2.3 with custom or stock kernel non work, with custom kernels the phone just shows the kernel animation, with the stock kernel the 2.3 ROM's just show the animation and freeze.
Go into the cwm and factory reset, clear dalvik cache and try again. Also, they may take a while to boot...
I tried almost every kernel i could found, and ended up using a ROM with the stock kernel since non works for me.
It's working so im fine with it, thank you for your time.
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I tried almost every kernel i could found, and ended up using a ROM with the stock kernel since non works for me.
It's working so im fine with it, thank you for your time.
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i tried all, nAa-06 works fine with CM10... but cant use for daily use laggy ROMS....
best i recommend for daily use, GINGERDXv31b and CM72.2.1 or2 (fast and stable) with apps and games
I am new to rooting and stuff.
So recently I bought Sony Xperia SP C502 .
The current firmware version is 12.1.A.1.205 .
I want to root my phone and install eXistenZ 4.0.0( rom based on stock rom )
My bootloader is locked.
Bootloader unlock is allowed.I don't want to unlock the bootloader.
Is it possible to root and install the rom without unlocking the bootloader ?
Will rooting and installing the rom automatically unlock it ?
please help I am a noob.
Existenz is for unlocked and locked bootloader
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Existenz is for unlocked and locked bootloader
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So installing it won't unlock my bootloader ?
Because i don't want to lose DRM keys and BE2.
See bro
Root it using app called towel root
Install super su not from play store
Install busybox installer from playstore
Install a custom recovery
And flash it
You won't be unlocking your bootloader
You can flash it on locked bootloader too.Flashing this rom won't unlock your bootloader
Existenz Ultra 4.0.0 - Awesome Rom
Existenz Ultra 4.0.0 is really awesome rom with all good features which covered honami as well as sony features.
Battery is good, and most of all AR effect which comes with the rom is the most enjoyable feature ever experienced.
But if this rom will be having good audio mod like Viper4Android.. viz. coz i have observed sound is a little bit less than stock. sorry for my bad english.
ROM Rocks......:good:
Steps for Switching Rom
I am currently using Cm11 on sony xperia sp, I have a unlocked BL and root access.
I would like to switch to a new custom rom now like XperianZe. I tried also, and in the process i bricked and also had a bootloop.
Can anyone please explain the detailed steps to do a fresh install to a new custom rom like XperianZe.
sanusunnyk said:
I am currently using Cm11 on sony xperia sp, I have a unlocked BL and root access.
I would like to switch to a new custom rom now like XperianZe. I tried also, and in the process i bricked and also had a bootloop.
Can anyone please explain the detailed steps to do a fresh install to a new custom rom like XperianZe.
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Just follow the mentioned instructions in the respective thread. And as for Xperianz as you mentioned, you have to read this post.
Based on the post, it seemed the installation is straight forward. What makes you have a bootloop? Did you flashed the kernel mentioned in the thread via fastboot?
TechnoSparks said:
Just follow the mentioned instructions in the respective thread. And as for Xperianz as you mentioned, you have to read this post.
Based on the post, it seemed the installation is straight forward. What makes you have a bootloop? Did you flashed the kernel mentioned in the thread via fastboot?
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yes, you guessed correct. i tried flashing the kernel. And the phone didn't start at all.. not even power up.
Later i read a post in XDA, in which it was described that i should do a hard rest by pushing the hole button at back and then try to boot.
Tats when i got boot-loop. I again flashed the custom kernel (DooMLoRD) and did installed CM11 again using CM recovery. Then the phone booted cm 11.
I followed this link and tried doing so. which resulted in phone not powering up and then boot-loop.
So now if i install Xperianz ROM following instruction in this link, it should be working properly correct?
Am sorry if am asking dump questions. Now am a bit scared to try to switch to this cutom ROM as i may end up bricking the phone again. The thing is I really don't want to mess it up again.
I am new to rooting n playing around with custom ROM. CM11 was my first try and was a success in first go.
Thank you for helping me.
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yes, you guessed correct. i tried flashing the kernel. And the phone didn't start at all.. not even power up.
Later i read a post in XDA, in which it was described that i should do a hard rest by pushing the hole button at back and then try to boot.
Tats when i got boot-loop. I again flashed the custom kernel (DooMLoRD) and did installed CM11 again using CM recovery.
But now am a bit scared to try to switch to this cutom ROM as i may end up bricking the phone again. That's why i asked if anyone could give me detailed steps on how to do so.
I am new to rooting n playing around with custom ROM. CM11 was my first try and was a success in first go.
Thank you replying
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I am concerned about how you flashed the kernel. How did you flash the kernel provided in the thread? Did you use adb or FlashTool?
If you want to try any other you can use Existenz as it require only the stock kernel.
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I am concerned about how you flashed the kernel. How did you flash the kernel provided in the thread? Did you use adb or FlashTool?
If you want to try any other you can use Existenz as it require only the stock kernel.
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I used FLashtool to flash the kernal.
If my understanding is correct, As of now i am not on stock kernal. When instaling CM11, I flashed the kernal of DoomLord for getting CM 6. recovery.
If this is the case should i flash the stock kernal first and then give a try for Existenz?
sanusunnyk said:
I used FLashtool to flash the kernal.
If my understanding is correct, As of now i am not on stock kernal. When instaling CM11, I flashed the kernal of DoomLord for getting CM 6. recovery.
If this is the case should i flash the stock kernal first and then give a try for Existenz?
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Well Existenze require most Sony things out of the box, so you'll first need to have Stock ROM in place before flashing it's ZIP. I've dug through the Xperianze thread for you and seemed like your problem is not to be found in the thread. If you really want to try out Xperianze, you might want to flash the kernel via fastboot using adb, rather than Flashtool.
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Well Existenze require most Sony things out of the box, so you'll first need to have Stock ROM in place before flashing it's ZIP. I've dug through the Xperianze thread for you and seemed like your problem is not to be found in the thread. If you really want to try out Xperianze, you might want to flash the kernel via fastboot using adb, rather than Flashtool.
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Thanks a lot.
I will try it out. and let you.
Again Thanks a lot for your help.