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[FTF] Xperia Tablet Z 4.3/4.1.2 (US Lte) SGP351

Hi Guys,
I'm new to Sony Devices and bough the US Lte version recently and started exploring it.. These are my finding related to SGP351, if anything mistakenly added, please let me know i will correct it..
Here is the Android 4.3 Update for SGP351 (US Lte Variant)...
Mega Link
https://mega.co.nz/#!pJtlyJYI!CFDm_AucE7JwBzYy4oNwDlCK3_VGpmsmZFJoJrne_7I
https://www.dropbox.com/s/5r2rfesqvcbj40f/SGP351_10.4.B.0.569_US%20LTE.ftf
*Root available for 4.3 XTZ now..
Here is the Android 4.1.2 for SGP351
Mega Link
https://mega.co.nz/#!UU1gxDqC!Izr9UyjHcRew-k1-UrCm0iIwNa5fpiX6ljlXoFmSQQ8
https://www.dropbox.com/s/mt0oitanal45rlk/SGP351_10.1.1.A.1.307_Generic%20US%20LTE.zip
*Root Possible
FLASH AT YOUR OWN RISK
If you have flashed 4.3 and want to go back follow this
How to Flash
Use the Latest Flashtool (http://www.flashtool.net/index.php)
download and copy of the FTF file under Firware folder in Flashtool installed directory.
Click the Flash Icon in Flashtool, Select the Flash Mode and select the Firmware to flash it.
How to Root?
Currently Works only in SGP351, 4.1.2 version
1. Flash the 4.1.2 Version.
1a. Make sure USB Debugging and Unknown sources installation checked under Settings in XTZ
2. Install the Vroot from the site (DoomLord exploit will not work in SGP351 version)
3. It will identify your device, click the green icon on the bottom-left.
4. it will ask you for ADB authorizes in Tablet, select always tick mark and click ok.
5. Install the Root and reboot.. (additional Chinese market app will also be installed, you can uninstall later.)
6. Now you need to Install Reboot Fix from @[NUT] files(as the System R/W will not work properly) and follow the instructions
7. if no errors, your tablet is ready and rooted
8. if you want install the Super Su from market, get root access. and remove the Chinese Super User.
if you want to move to Custom Roms, from 4.3 or 4.1.2 version backup the TA partion
Backup the TA
Once rooted (follow the above steps), backup your TA partition which will have all the information related to Sony's Bravia Engine,,
Use the below TA Backup by @DevShaft
Now Unlock your Bootloader to Install the Custome CM/AOKP Roms if needed. and want to come back to Stock.. restore the TA backup to use your Bravia/Sony Sound Mods
Credits:
[NUT]
DooMLorD
DevShaft
All the Dev/Contributors & User of XDA

Rooting 4.3 Rom
please follow the steps
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48904376#post48904376

Thanks man. This worked a treat for me. Now, just need the kernel modified with a recovery, then I'll be golden.

Thanks!
`SBR` said:
Currently 4.3 Rooting is limited,
if your Bootloader is locked, you can follow the steps given by @[NUT] with our FTF files.. But you need to have your files ready (like the FTF, and Zip File)
i tried 2 times, it's failing in Flashing the 4.3 Zip (i gave created the Zip for XTZ), somewhere i have missed the files. Requested the help from [NUT], if we have an update from him we can have the Root :fingers-crossed: also for 4.3
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572988
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Thanks for doing this! I was trying to get a 4.1.2 FTF before updating to 4.3 but, instead of repairing the 4.1.2 build, it updated to 4.3; now I will be able to downgrade and get root back!
Thanks
Audio

Hey mate, thanks a lot for the ftf files for sgp351 have been looking this files for a while, great to have this if you make a mistake instaling a rom

Unlocked bootloader here so no worries with that -
But even the vroot method does not work with the 4.3 update ?
And when you said you had problems flashing with the 4.3 files should we just hold off on trying to flash the zip you posted ?
Thanks

Dkmack said:
Unlocked bootloader here so no worries with that -
But even the vroot method does not work with the 4.3 update ?
And when you said you had problems flashing with the 4.3 files should we just hold off on trying to flash the zip you posted ?
Thanks
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the files posted at first post are FTF files (not a flashable cwm files) of 4.1.2 and 4.3, that are working fine for me..
in order to get root in 4.3, i have tried the method posted by @[NUT] at Xperia Z forum. by using the CWM flashable method, that is not working...
currently, there is no direct method for rooting. all the methods will fail
we have to go back to 4.1.2, root it and then go with OTA (it's not available at the method), other approach is flash the files with root, currently i'm trying this approach with guidance from @[NUT]
EDIT: successfully rooted 4.3 will provide the details soon

No need to revert back to 4.1.2 cause 4.2.2 .67 can be easily rooted with vroot and then update to 4.3.

Rootk1t said:
No need to revert back to 4.1.2 cause 4.2.2 .67 can be easily rooted with vroot and then update to 4.3.
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SGP351 doesn't have 4.2.2 upgrade we have only 4.1.2 and 4.3

Excuse me, can you reupload link for 4.1.2 or 4.3? Thank you very much...

Can you please upload again both FW? Apparently the links are not working.
Thanks,

bloodofmonster said:
Excuse me, can you reupload link for 4.1.2 or 4.3? Thank you very much...
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cquezadav said:
Can you please upload again both FW? Apparently the links are not working.
Thanks,
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OP Updated with Mega.co.nz link.. let me know if the links are not working

`SBR` said:
OP Updated with Mega.co.nz link.. let me know if the links are not working
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Thank you so much, `SBR`!!! :good:

Can you please upload again both FW? 4.1.2 please or send for a mp

Cuif said:
Can you please upload again both FW? 4.1.2 please or send for a mp
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only 4.3 is available.

[Q] Xperia V 9.2.A.199 Impossible to Root

Hello this is my first post , I am a newbe.....
I made several attempts to root my device but none of these works...
One click root
Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v17_perf-event-exploit
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v14_perf-event-exploit
could you give me an help please ?

No easy method work for now. Only solution is downgrade to 4.1, root and flashing some rom based on .199 build. Or there is some script that should help you retain root with OTA upgrade, but you still need to downgrade to 4.1.

nlooooo said:
No easy method work for now. Only solution is downgrade to 4.1, root and flashing some rom based on .199 build. Or there is some script that should help you retain root with OTA upgrade, but you still need to downgrade to 4.1.
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I am very grateful to you. you saved me from headache....

I would like to take advantage of your willingness to ask a few questions....
I have done a firmware backup using the SUS and Flashtool.
Bootloader is locked at this time on my V.
I would like to know if I can install cyanogenmod 11 and in the future I can back to previous original firmware "tft" using this Flashtool procedure ?
-how to install the newest Android 4.3 for Sony XPERIA V LT25
-paste the ftf file downloaded in step c) to folder „Firmware“ included in the XPERIA Flashtool.
-open the XPERIA Flashtool, click on flash and choose downloaded firmware, than click ok.
-turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button
-after few minutes all is done and your phone gets the new firmware
Installing CM11 Xperia V is automatically rooted ?
Back to previous original xperia firmware, using flashtol, remains something of CyanogenMod ? Device returns unrooted ?
Thank You

carminedev said:
I would like to take advantage of your willingness to ask a few questions....
I have done a firmware backup using the SUS and Flashtool.
Bootloader is locked at this time on my V.
I would like to know if I can install cyanogenmod 11 and in the future I can back to previous original firmware "tft" using this Flashtool procedure ?
-how to install the newest Android 4.3 for Sony XPERIA V LT25
-paste the ftf file downloaded in step c) to folder „Firmware“ included in the XPERIA Flashtool.
-open the XPERIA Flashtool, click on flash and choose downloaded firmware, than click ok.
-turn off your phone and when Flashtool shows pop up window, connect phone to PC with holding volume down button
-after few minutes all is done and your phone gets the new firmware
Installing CM11 Xperia V is automatically rooted ?
Back to previous original xperia firmware, using flashtol, remains something of CyanogenMod ? Device returns unrooted ?
Thank You
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First of all CM won't work with locked bootloader, and you can't install it using Flashtool. It contains Superuser app so it's rooted.
You can always flash your device with Flashtool using .ftf files to return it to stock firmware.
If you choose to unlock bootloder consider backing up TA partition of phone (there's a tool for that here but the phone has to be rooted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598) so you can restore your DRM keys later (if you return to stock firmware and you want to have Bravia engine and the rest of the stuff dependent on DRM).

nlooooo said:
First of all CM won't work with locked bootloader, and you can't install it using Flashtool. It contains Superuser app so it's rooted.
You can always flash your device with Flashtool using .ftf files to return it to stock firmware.
If you choose to unlock bootloder consider backing up TA partition of phone (there's a tool for that here but the phone has to be rooted http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598) so you can restore your DRM keys later (if you return to stock firmware and you want to have Bravia engine and the rest of the stuff dependent on DRM).
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yesterday unfortunately, I made confusion between ROOTING and UNLOOK BOOTLOOADER so I have unlocked bootloder using flashtool and the day after I have re-locked it. Have I lost sony DRM ?
I think no... becouse I don't make changes that affected device partition, is it correct ?
So I ve got to wait for better and simple method to root my device before make other experiment, what do you think about it ?

carminedev said:
yesterday unfortunately, I made confusion between ROOTING and UNLOOK BOOTLOOADER so I have unlocked bootloder using flashtool and the day after I have re-locked it. Have I lost sony DRM ?
I think no... becouse I don't make changes that affected device partition, is it correct ?
So I ve got to wait for better and simple method to root my device before make other experiment, what do you think about it ?
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I think you lost it when you unlocked it cause TA partition got formated, it doesn't matter if you relock it afterwards.

nlooooo said:
I think you lost it when you unlocked it cause TA partition got formated, it doesn't matter if you relock it afterwards.
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how can i verify if I lose DRM ?

carminedev said:
how can i verify if I lose DRM ?
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Check if in the Album app if pictures change when using Bravia Engine; if you didn't back up your TA partition before unlocking, as far as I know, you lost your DRM keys forever, relocking won't change a thing.

Antiga Prime said:
Check if in the Album app if pictures change when using Bravia Engine; if you didn't back up your TA partition before unlocking, as far as I know, you lost your DRM keys forever, relocking won't change a thing.
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CONFIRMED I lost DRM keys...
At this Point I decide to dance, I' ll downgrade to a version to root device by doomLord patch first. I found a post in which users explain how to install Bravia Engine 2 using PimpMyRom App. Finally I Will upgrade to Last Xperia firmware.... And I' ll do a big backup!!!
Are you according to me? You suggest to me something different?

I'd not worry much abt Bravia Engine. The pics appears slightly brighter, shadows are therefore a bit better, and the colours are a tiny whee little bit more vibrant. If I had to put it into a number the difference is somewhere below the 10 % mark %. You get better results by taking pictures properly in the first place.

carminedev said:
CONFIRMED I lost DRM keys...
At this Point I decide to dance, I' ll downgrade to a version to root device by doomLord patch first. I found a post in which users explain how to install Bravia Engine 2 using PimpMyRom App. Finally I Will upgrade to Last Xperia firmware.... And I' ll do a big backup!!!
Are you according to me? You suggest to me something different?
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It would be better to unlock bootloader again and then root flashing some custom kernel.
Something like this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647496

nlooooo said:
It would be better to unlock bootloader again and then root flashing some custom kernel.
Something like this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647496
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I Read the post... Could you guide me trought I don't understand how-to.... It's too difficult for me.
Do You suggest to me this procedure just to root my V, is it right ?
What do you think about this Way to install BE2?...
http://www.xperiaguide.com/2013/07/27/install-sony-bravia-engine-2-and-xloud-on-xperia-sslacrosiont/

carminedev said:
I Read the post... Could you guide me trought I don't understand how-to.... It's too difficult for me.
Do You suggest to me this procedure just to root my V, is it right ?
What do you think about this Way to install BE2?...
http://www.xperiaguide.com/2013/07/27/install-sony-bravia-engine-2-and-xloud-on-xperia-sslacrosiont/
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Mate, if you don't understand what's written there than consider not to play much with your phone. It's still an expensive peace of hardware to get messed up.

nlooooo said:
Mate, if you don't understand what's written there than consider not to play much with your phone. It's still an expensive peace of hardware to get messed up.
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I'm sorry for my bad English ....
I have not paid enough attention this morning as I read the post.
it would seem easier after reading the post a second time...
- I NEED -
SuperSU Install zip
Doomkernel v08 kernel.elf file
" ATTENTION Doomkernel v08 is for xperia T while Doomkernel v07 for xperia V according to the post : forum.xda-developers.com - Doomkernel v07 for xperia V & require stock JellyBean FW (9.1.A.1.140) "
Sony stock 4.3 kernel, attached to the post.
Flashtool to Unlock Boot Loader
Fastboot mode -> Holding down the power and volume up
A brain and common sense.
1) by FLASHTOOL -> install the stock Android 4.3 FTF*
2) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode and install the v08 Doomkernel kernel.elf
3) by FLASHTOOL -> upon boot, go into recovery**, and install the zip SuperSU normally
4) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode install the provided stock Sony 4.3 Kernel
5) Unplug your phone, boot it, and there you go, rooted stock Android 4.3.
* Which version of latest stock rom do you suggest for my V :
- the first that I downloaded from xperiafirmware.com 9.2.A.1.199.
- the second created (after installation of the first) with Sony Update Service SUS , decrypted by Flashtool and saved into .tft format ?
** ..."go into recovery" is automated upon boot ?
At the end can I lock the boot loader to recive pc companion updates ?

carminedev said:
I'm sorry for my bad English ....
I have not paid enough attention this morning as I read the post.
it would seem easier after reading the post a second time...
- I NEED -
SuperSU Install zip
Doomkernel v08 kernel.elf file
" ATTENTION Doomkernel v08 is for xperia T while Doomkernel v07 for xperia V according to the post : forum.xda-developers.com - Doomkernel v07 for xperia V & require stock JellyBean FW (9.1.A.1.140) "
Sony stock 4.3 kernel, attached to the post.
Flashtool to Unlock Boot Loader
Fastboot mode -> Holding down the power and volume up
A brain and common sense.
1) by FLASHTOOL -> install the stock Android 4.3 FTF*
2) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode and install the v08 Doomkernel kernel.elf
3) by FLASHTOOL -> upon boot, go into recovery**, and install the zip SuperSU normally
4) by FLASHTOOL -> fastboot mode install the provided stock Sony 4.3 Kernel
5) Unplug your phone, boot it, and there you go, rooted stock Android 4.3.
* Which version of latest stock rom do you suggest for my V :
- the first that I downloaded from xperiafirmware.com 9.2.A.1.199.
- the second created (after installation of the first) with Sony Update Service SUS , decrypted by Flashtool and saved into .tft format ?
** ..."go into recovery" is automated upon boot ?
At the end can I lock the boot loader to recive pc companion updates ?
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Lock bootloader and you should be able to apply official updates.

nlooooo said:
Lock bootloader and you should be able to apply official updates.
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The kernel are different and 07 version require Android 4.1....
I wrote ATTENTION between " " ADDING THE PROBLEM....

carminedev said:
The kernel are different and 07 version require Android 4.1....
I wrote ATTENTION between " " ADDING THE PROBLEM....
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Doomkernel v8 is also for 4.1.2. As far as I understood you don't have to power on your phone completely in step 3, only to boot to recovery.

nlooooo said:
Doomkernel v8 is also for 4.1.2. As far as I understood you don't have to power on your phone completely in step 3, only to boot to recovery.
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but my V is JB 4.3 9.2.A.1.199

carminedev said:
but my V is JB 4.3 9.2.A.1.199
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You just use exploitability of custom kernel with recovery inside.
Take a look here also:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2654451

Is it possible for ROOT??? 4.4.2 Kitkat .757

Hello All. I have got a question to ask that is Can i root my Z1 on V. 4.2.2 .757 as i can not unlock my bootloader
Is there a way to do a root? or impossible please help and also is it possible to restore stock so i can send back if i got any problems with the device?
Thanks
JPH

JustPlayingHard said:
Hello All. I have got a question to ask that is Can i root my Z1 on V. 4.2.2 .757
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This makes no sense, you should mean 4.4.2 on FTF ending in 757
as i can not unlock my bootloader
Is there a way to do a root? or impossible please help and also is it possible to restore stock so i can send back if i got any problems with the device?
Thanks
JPH
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1) Flash a FTF ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Instal Dual Recovery (Find files and instructions in the dual recovery thread in the cross device development section)
3) Flash a pre rooted 757 rom (Find files and instructions in the "Update to 757" thread in the development section)
That's 4 times today I have written that, so I am batting at average today....

Thanks for the help. So all I need to do to get warranty back is to flash stock no root or recovery?
Sent from my C6903 using Tapatalk

JustPlayingHard said:
Thanks for the help. So all I need to do to get warranty back is to flash stock no root or recovery?
Sent from my C6903 using Tapatalk
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There is no such thing as a stock recovery on sony phones
You will just need to flash a FTF file, but you do not lose warrenty by rooting

gregbradley said:
There is no such thing as a stock recovery on sony phones
You will just need to flash a FTF file, but you do not lose warrenty by rooting
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Ah Thanks Gregbradley. Much appricated. I check the Mega Collections and i just download one file and flash that?? then install DualRecovery then flash 757 prerooted

JustPlayingHard said:
Ah Thanks Gregbradley. Much appricated. I check the Mega Collections and i just download one file and flash that?? then install DualRecovery then flash 757 prerooted
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That's what I said
gregbradley said:
1) Flash a FTF ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Instal Dual Recovery (Find files and instructions in the dual recovery thread in the cross device development section)
3) Flash a pre rooted 757 rom (Find files and instructions in the "Update to 757" thread in the development section)
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this step for root xperia z1 C6903 Running 14.3.A.0.757 Firmware isn't right?

hello everyone , please help me to check the step root
i follow step from "gregbradley"
if this step wrong , please guide me
thanks
step root for xperia z1 C6903 Running 14.3.A.0.757 :
1. downgrade my firmware 14.3.A.0.757 to 14.1.G.1.534 14.1.G.1.534
2. flash it with flashtool flashtool
3. now my firmware change into 14.1.G.1.534
4. Download Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33 --> i dont know this for what
5. install the latest dual-recovery
Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.7.123-BETA.flashable.zip
6.Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section) --> i dont know this means

hell_no said:
hello everyone , please help me to check the step root
i follow step from "gregbradley"
if this step wrong , please guide me
thanks
step root for xperia z1 C6903 Running 14.3.A.0.757 :
1. downgrade my firmware 14.3.A.0.757 to 14.1.G.1.534 14.1.G.1.534
2. flash it with flashtool flashtool
3. now my firmware change into 14.1.G.1.534
4. Download Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v33 --> i dont know this for what
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Do not do step 4
5. install the latest dual-recovery
Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.7.123-BETA.flashable.zip
6.Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section) --> i dont know this means
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It means look for a pre rooted 4.4 rom in the development section, read the install instructions and then install it.

gregbradley said:
Do not do step 4 It means look for a pre rooted 4.4 rom in the development section, read the install instructions and then install it.
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1,2,3,5,6
right step ?
and than for step 6 , rom 4.4 right or not ?

Yes those are the right steps. And the link you post is 4.3, use this one

gregbradley said:
Do not do step 4 It means look for a pre rooted 4.4 rom in the development section, read the install instructions and then install it.
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Hey gregbradley,
So, I used to be a Samsung user, but now I moved to Sony. I got a Z1, which is currently running KK 14.3.A.0.757 fw; in order to root my device, I understand that I would first need to downgrade it to 14.1.G.1.534, install XZDR dual recovery and then get a pre-rooted KK fw - is that correct?
Thanks in advance for the help!

GryphonBR said:
So, I used to be a Samsung user, but now I moved to Sony. I got a Z1, which is currently running KK 14.3.A.0.757 fw; in order to root my device, I understand that I would first need to downgrade it to 14.1.G.1.534, install XZDR dual recovery and then get a pre-rooted KK fw - is that correct?
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Yes.

case closed
xperia z1 .757 rooted

[Q] root problem

Hello all. Sorry for my bad english.
After upgrade my Xperia Z by PcCompanion, I lost root and xdualrecovery.
And impossible to recover (despite my extensive research on the forum and despite extensive test ).
Can you help me (step by step)
I put the picture of my situation to save time. (ATTACHED THUMBNAILS)
important: bootloader unlock allowed: No
thank you in advance.

dededede said:
Hello all. Sorry for my bad english.
After upgrade my Xperia Z by PcCompanion, I lost root and xdualrecovery.
And impossible to recover (despite my extensive research on the forum and despite extensive test ).
Can you help me (step by step)
I put the picture of my situation to save time. (ATTACHED THUMBNAILS)
thank you in advance.
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First: please black out your IMEI in the picture
To your question: You have to downgrade to 4.2.2, download any .ftf file and root it using Doomlords easy rooting method. Install the dualrecovery and search for a pre rooted 4.3 or 4.4 rom

St.Jimmy90 said:
First: please black out your IMEI in the picture
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sorry
St.Jimmy90 said:
You have to downgrade to 4.2.2, download any .ftf file and root it using Doomlords easy rooting method. Install the dualrecovery and search for a pre rooted 4.3 or 4.4 rom
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thank you for your reponce.
I have a problem during downgrad .... bootloop
and repaired with PcCompanion
but I'll try again

When I am in 4.3, i use the method flash back to 4.2 (kernel only) to root, then flash back to 4.3 (flash kernel only) follow this thread by Doomlord:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...-rooting-firmware-10-3-1-0-t2386405?nocache=1
My question is: can I use this method with stock 4.4 (locked bootloader) ? if this possible, does anyone have stock kernel only in .ftf file ?
Thank you!

dededede said:
sorry
thank you for your reponce.
I have a problem during downgrad .... bootloop
and repaired with PcCompanion
but I'll try again
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You have to wipe all the data on your phone, there are 3 boxes that have to be checked in flashtool

this is good
I do not understand why it does not work
I'll jump out the window
thank you

dededede said:
this is good
I do not understand why it does not work
I'll jump out the window
thank you
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You're welcome
Report back if it worked