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EVERYONE READ THIS LINK FIRST ABOUT INTERNATIONAL PUDDING
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ATT/Orange/Bell/Telestra/Latin America ONLY
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ATT and International IHOP!
This guide will help you to unlock your atrix bootloader and flash gingerbread 2.3.4
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You must update your phone to the latest firmware before doing this guide!
If you just bought the Atrix it is not up to date out of the box!
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*att 1.8.3 required. 3 bricks confirmed from users not being on 1.8.3 before unlocking the bootloader!
* changed the thread to have the 1.8.3 pudding full rom instead of just the bootloader to have a higher success rate. July 14, 2011 10:00pm PST*
If you do not have version 5.1.0 of the motorola drivers uninstall your drivers and install the ones from this post.
Warning!!! After unlocking your bootloader do not flash any OTA updates or sbf roms after unlocking!
You can and will hardbrick your device!
MAKE SURE your BATTERY has a FULL CHARGE before your attempt to unlock or flash anything!
Flashing from a laptop? Use the back ports!
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[Guide] Upgrading to Gingerbread 2.3.4
Download all software to start hacking your atrix.
1. Download and install rsdlite
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=634879&d=1308872277
2. Download and install the motorola atrix windows drivers
64 bit
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=634880&d=1308872277
32 bit
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=JS6SW5ZE[/QUOTE]
3. Reboot your pc after installing the drivers.
4. ATT Users download the ATT Pudding
5. Download my combined atrix tools package for windows. UPDATED WITH IHOP!
http://www.multiupload.com/TSV9YJGG2Z
6. Extract the zip for the combined atrix tools package for windows to C:\atrix
....If att extract the 183_pudding.rar with winrar to C:\atrix
When finished the contents of C:\atrix should look like this
adb.exe
adbwinapi.dll
adbwinusbapi.dll
fastboot.exe
moto-fastboot.exe
IHOP_Bell.sbf
183_pudding.sbf *att only
Unlock your atrix bootloader
1. Put the phone in RSD MODE
a) power the phone off
b) hold power and hold volume up
2. Flashing pudding
a) open rsdlite
b) connect the phone to the pc
c) click the ...
ATT USERS
d) browse and find C:\atrix\183_pudding.sbf
INTERNATIONAL USERS
d) browse and find C:\atrix\IHOP_Bell.sbf
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e) select the phone in the lower panel after the status area says "connected..."
f) click start
g) wait for the flash to complete and reboot the phone
h) after the phone is all the way back in android to the lock screen unplug the phone
i) power the phone off
j) close rsdlite3. Put the phone in fastboot mode
a) power your phone off
b) hold power and volume down
c) hit volume up (this should start fastboot mode)
4. Unlock the phone
a) open a command prompt on your windows pc
b) type the following in the command prompt
cd C:\atrix
fastboot oem unlock
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c) it should then display something like the following in your command prompt
Unlocking your device can permenently VOID your warranty.
This process cannot be reversed. If you wish to proceed,
reissue the unlock OEM command containing the unique ID
of your device: XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
OKAY [ 0.002s]
finished. total time: 0.002s
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d) type the following replacing XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX with the unique ID from the previous command prompt.
fastboot oem unlock XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX
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e) Type the following to reboot your device
fastboot reboot5. Uninstall RSDlite from your computer using the (add remove programs) or (programs and features) control panel
How to flash CWM Recovery(tenfar's)
1. Download the tenfar's CWM recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=641508&d=1309404399
2. Extract the recovery.img from the zip file to C:\atrix
3. rename the extracted recovery image file from the zip from
recovery-en-goapk-XXX-XXX.img to recovery.img
4. Put the phone in fastboot mode
a) Power your phone off
b) Hold power and volume down
c) hit volume up (this should start fastboot mode)
5. Flash the recovery.img
a) open a command prompt on your windows pc
b) type the following in the command prompt
cd C:\atrix
moto-fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
moto-fastboot reboot
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How to flash Gingerbread 2.3.4 via CWM recovery
do not flash an ATT radio to a international phone. search for your radio!
* You can also use this same procedure to install a custom kernel like faux123's
1. Choose the Rom/kernel you want to use from the Atrix Android Development forum
ATT Roms
kennethpenns 2.3.4 rom (very stable)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1159385
Cherryblur rom is also available
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1160649
International Roms
[fruitcakes]2.3.4 stock for international is in the second post of the thread
advanced user rom ( not a cwm zip installation )
[ROM & FIX] (fastboot) 2.3.4 OrangeFR (Jul5: 4.5.2A-11) w/ RAM fix for Intl. unlocked
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1169409
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2. Put the CWM zip file on your sdcard (sdcard-ext)
3. Load recovery
a) power off your phone
b) hold power and volume down
c) hit volume down 6-7 times to cycle through the menu to "Android Recovery"
d) hit volume up
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4) Install the CWM Zip
a) use volume down to select install zip from sdcard
b) hit the power button
c) use the volume button to select external sdcard
d) hit power button
e) hit the volumme button until you reach the cwm zip you want to install
f) hit the power button
g) hit the volumme button until you reach the confirm install line
h) hit the power button
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5) Clear /data and /cache and /davlike cache
* if your phone goes into a boot loop after flashing a rom or kernel this is always the first thing to try.
Put the phone in fastboot mode.
a) Power your phone off
b) Hold power and volume down
c) hit volume up (this should start fastboot mode)b) type the following in the command prompt
cd C:\atrix
moto-fastboot -w
moto-fastboot reboot
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Grats!
FAQ
Q: Does this void my warranty?
A: Yes
Q: why after I flash CWM recovery do i get a android guy instead of the recovery menu?
A: Read this post for the solution. We said do not apply ota updates!
Q: How can I downgrade my atrix after I unlock?
A: Flash one of the FruitCake Roms
Q: Can I brick my atrix?
A: Yes they're is always that chance. Here are some simple things to remember that can save your phone from a hard brick.
1. Always make sure you have a full charge prior to flashing.
2. Once you are free of motorola stay that way.
3. Do not flash sbf files to restore to stock if you mess up. reflash the CWM zip or fastboot images
4. Do not flash ota updates.
3. After you unlock the only time you should ever have to use rsdlite again is to flash a radio.
4. moto-fastboot and cwm are the primary ways to flash a rom.
5. Again stop flashing with rsd lite after you unlock your bootloader.
6. update to the latest offical ota updates before unlocking.
Q: Why doesn't my mss/smms/data/etc work now
A: Read this thread on fixing your APN's
*More To be posted here when users have more questions.
Thanks and comments
I was getting tired of helping users in IRC and decided to create this thread to make the complete process easier to understand.
I wish to thank everyone of the dev's at xda atrix for making all of these solutions.
Thanks the2dcour, eval, unknown, edgan, eval, kennethpenn, sogarth, designgears, tenfar, Ronaldo9 and my girl friend Aubrey Strand for dealing with my flashing addiction. If I missed anyone please send me a pm and I will add you to this list of dev's that need credit in this thread.
Does it matter what version you are on to flash pudding?
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Javi97100 said:
Does it matter what version you are on to flash pudding?
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4.1.8.3 fresh is the best to start from.
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Just to add, MAKE SURE your BATTERY has FULL CHARGE before your attempt to unlock. I had a HARD BRICKED phone when my Battery was around 40% charge while trying to unlock using SBF...
Thanks for this! It's always way more helpful when somebody takes all the various threads and information and consolidates it into one thread.
Maybe as questions are asked, edit the original post to include a FAQ section with all the questions and answers....this way, the same **** isn't being asked 25,000 times.
Well thanks for posting but I think this information is already out there. Unless you are looking for this to be stikied, this can be moved to general section.
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ceo.mtcl said:
Well thanks for posting but I think this information is already out there. Unless you are looking for this to be stikied, this can be moved to general section.
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ceo.htcl,
I am very aware that the information is out their.
but the other guides in general are basically just links to other threads.
this is a actual complete guide.
If this needs to be in general then a mod can please move it, but a lot of the beginners look here in dev and never look in general.
faux123 said:
Just to add, MAKE SURE your BATTERY has FULL CHARGE before your attempt to unlock. I had a HARD BRICKED phone when my Battery was around 40% charge while trying to unlock using SBF...
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adding this now. thanks faux123. btw I love your r2 release kernel. it is the bomb.
awesome thanks will be using this!
Great! Super helpful... Thanks!
sent from my Dual Core Tegra 2 Beast... the Motorolla Atrix 4G!
Well done. I concur that it was probably needed.
Great job. I seriously needed this Sunday/Monday after I went out and upgraded my Captivate to the Atrix. It took quite a while to compile all the information scattered out there to get the job done.
One thing I would add, which was driving me crazy, once you install the drivers, you need to reboot the computer, otherwise RSD Lite will not recognize the phone. I think this is for Windows XP only.
ceo.mtcl said:
Well thanks for posting but I think this information is already out there. Unless you are looking for this to be stikied, this can be moved to general section.
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I would like to add to this thread. I am unlocked with Ken's 2.3.4 Rom on my atrix, but it was very frustrating to get because of one prerequisite step- Tenfar's CWM.
Since all developers are using the CWM as a prerequisite, someone needs to write a clear guide on how to get it. I had to read through that entire thread, and ask for help to successfully flash it.
It was just aggravating to go through that much for a supposedly minor step. It took me 24 hours! BULLSH!T.
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Is there a chance of hard bricking my device if I flash pudding?
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Dell2 said:
I would like to add to this thread. I am unlocked with Ken's 2.3.4 Rom on my atrix, but it was very frustrating to get because of one prerequisite step- Tenfar's CWM.
Since all developers are using the CWM as a prerequisite, someone needs to write a clear guide on how to get it. I had to read through that entire thread, and ask for help to successfully flash it.
It was just aggravating to go through that much for a supposedly minor step. It took me 24 hours! BULLSH!T.
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I am confused.
this is already in the guide.
the part for installing recovery is tenfars cwm recovery
Javi97100 said:
Is there a chance of hard bricking my device if I flash pudding?
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their is always a chance.
to prevent this make sure your phone is charged 100% first.
and read the pudding thread that is a sticky at the top of the dev forum for more information, risks, etc.
s2h2golf said:
Great job. I seriously needed this Sunday/Monday after I went out and upgraded my Captivate to the Atrix. It took quite a while to compile all the information scattered out there to get the job done.
One thing I would add, which was driving me crazy, once you install the drivers, you need to reboot the computer, otherwise RSD Lite will not recognize the phone. I think this is for Windows XP only.
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thanks. added the reboot.
Dell2 said:
I would like to add to this thread. I am unlocked with Ken's 2.3.4 Rom on my atrix, but it was very frustrating to get because of one prerequisite step- Tenfar's CWM.
Since all developers are using the CWM as a prerequisite, someone needs to write a clear guide on how to get it. I had to read through that entire thread, and ask for help to successfully flash it.
It was just aggravating to go through that much for a supposedly minor step. It took me 24 hours! BULLSH!T.
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to make it more clear that this is tenfar's cwm recovery I added his name to that section.
joe ferreira said:
I am confused.
this is already in the guide.
the part for installing recovery is tenfars cwm recovery
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Uh no, that's what I'm talking about, he states it as a step, that's it. He doesnt give you directions on how to do it, he just tells you to do it. It's supposed to be simple, but look at how many posts are in that thread. Too many posts for a simple step.
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Dell2 said:
Uh no, that's what I'm talking about, he states it as a step, that's it. He doesnt give you directions on how to do it, he just tells you to do it. It's supposed to be simple, but look at how many posts are in that thread. Too many posts for a simple step.
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oh i get it. your saying that I made it clear and understandable how to actually flash tenfars cwm recovery to the atrix. ok.
btw I also just added more information about bricking and how to avoid it.
Hi guys im typing this quickly so forgive my grammar! i bricked my phone, i had paranoid android first, but then i tried to flas LT30P)7.0.A.1.303_CH and when i tried to turn on the phone, it said freexperia and then it showed XPERIA Logo but it was flashing; after that it turned back to freexperia and so on. then i tried to restore my backup, bbt when i did that it keeps stuck on the freexperia logo without doing anything!! please help it was my moms phone shes gonna kill me!
ERM. Your kernel isn't stock based. FXP logo probably tells you that you have a CM kernel. Just flash a stock kernel.
Also. This is a Question so it should be in Q&A section.
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Erica Law said:
ERM. Your kernel isn't stock based. FXP logo probably tells you that you have a CM kernel. Just flash a stock kernel.
Also. This is a Question so it should be in Q&A section.
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I'm sorry! Can you please just answer my other question? How do i flash another kernel im entirely new to this thing. The paranoid android was put on by my friend! Can any mods move this thread ?
Well you need fastboot. It can be found around the Xperia section. Just search it. Then download a kernel. Make sure it's the right Firmware for the ROM you're on now. (If the kernel is in a .zip file, extract its .elf or .img file) Place .elf or .img file into fastboot folder.
1. Open the fastboot folder, hold shift and right click in the fastboot folder.
2. Click open command prompt.
3. Connect device via fastboot. (Turn off device, hold vol down while connecting to PC. Blue LED will light up)
4. Type in the command window "fastboot flash boot filename.elf/img.
5. Reboot.
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Erica Law said:
Well you need fastboot. It can be found around the Xperia section. Just search it. Then download a kernel. Make sure it's the right Firmware for the ROM you're on now. (If the kernel is in a .zip file, extract its .elf or .img file) Place .elf or .img file into fastboot folder.
1. Open the fastboot folder, hold shift and right click in the fastboot folder.
2. Click open command prompt.
3. Connect device via fastboot. (Turn off device, hold vol down while connecting to PC. Blue LED will light up)
4. Type in the command window "fastboot flash boot filename.elf/img.
5. Reboot.
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If I connect the phone it automatically turns on
You shouldn't have any problem with flashtool.
Tapatalked from my bricked TX
Rycon33 said:
You shouldn't have any problem with flashtool.
Tapatalked from my bricked TX
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I do, when I connect the phone to flash a new ftf file i cant because the phone i already on
There is a how to guide for the flashtool, read it!!!
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Mardinio said:
I do, when I connect the phone to flash a new ftf file i cant because the phone i already on
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Ok try the official Sony flashtool, they specifically made it for bootloader-unlock phones. See if your phone model is listed there. Haven't tried it myself coz my TX is not listed, I think the T is.
Edit: you mean you cannot poweroff your phone? I'm also confused by your statement lol
Tapatalked from my bricked TX
Rycon33 said:
Ok try the official Sony flashtool, they specifically made it for bootloader-unlock phones. See if your phone model is listed there. Haven't tried it myself coz my TX is not listed, I think the T is.
Edit: you mean you cannot poweroff your phone? I'm also confused by your statement lol
Tapatalked from my bricked TX
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I can power it off but when i do, and connect it to my pc it automatically turns on again
use sony flashtool it works great, you could also try to connect your sd card with your pc, put the kernel from doomlord on your sd card and put sd card back in. when you boot up phone you just have to press up volume a couple of times. then you will get cwm, then click instal zip and go to the doomlord kernel, then reboot into recovery and factory reset your phone, then flash the stock rom you like and wipe cache, that should do the trick.
bartjeh1991 said:
use sony flashtool it works great, you could also try to connect your sd card with your pc, put the kernel from doomlord on your sd card and put sd card back in. when you boot up phone you just have to press up volume a couple of times. then you will get cwm, then click instal zip and go to the doomlord kernel, then reboot into recovery and factory reset your phone, then flash the stock rom you like and wipe cache, that should do the trick.
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Are you dutch? Bartje, if so please send me a PM
Mardinio said:
Are you dutch? Bartje, if so please send me a PM
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I hereby present,
stock kernel flashable through CWM (especially needed for locked bootloader)
ONLY FOR LT30P!:
Downloadlink: http://d-h.st/Ypy
ONLY FOR LT30A!:
Downloadlink: http://d-h.st/CAs
ONLY FOR LT25I!:
Downloadlink: http://d-h.st/mcx
Thanks to Timin8r!
Try this!
XDA rules:
5. Post a message only once.
As a large forum we don't need unnecessary clutter, You're free to edit your message as you like, so if you do not receive an answer revisit your message and see if you can describe your problem better. Not everyone is online at the same time, it might take a while before you receive an answer.
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You have 2 threads with the exact same message.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2237362
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2237412
OP closed your other thread of the same topic, please keep to one thread. Thanks
arcticbreeze said:
I hereby present,
stock kernel flashable through CWM (especially needed for locked bootloader)
ONLY FOR LT30P!:
Downloadlink: http://d-h.st/Ypy
ONLY FOR LT30A!:
Downloadlink: http://d-h.st/CAs
ONLY FOR LT25I!:
Downloadlink: http://d-h.st/mcx
Thanks to Timin8r!
Try this!
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I dont know if its a dumb question, but do you flash it like you flash a rom? and does it work with unlocked bootloader?
Mardinio said:
I dont know if its a dumb question, but do you flash it like you flash a rom? and does it work with unlocked bootloader?
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yes, it even says so in the bit you quoted. You NEED an unlocked bootloader to flash custom kernels.
Locked bootloader means you can only flash stock kernels
Unlocked bootloader means you can flash all custom kernels and stock kernels
I think it would be wise for you to read the all in one thread before you start flashing things in future...The first 3 posts in the first thread in the Q&A section would be enough
Can I just ask why you unlocked your bootloader if you didnt know how to flash kernels?
arcticbreeze said:
I hereby present,
stock kernel flashable through CWM (especially needed for locked bootloader)
ONLY FOR LT30P!:
Downloadlink:
ONLY FOR LT30A!:
Downloadlink:
ONLY FOR LT25I!:
Downloadlink:
Thanks to Timin8r!
Try this!
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Next time please just link to my thread.
As it is a work in progress links can change.
In fact all links are renewed since I made some small changes and had to re-upload
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=40212285
Mardinio said:
I dont know if its a dumb question, but do you flash it like you flash a rom? and does it work with unlocked bootloader?
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If you go to my thread your question is answered in the thread and title.
(short answer yes and yes)
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All credit goes to @zhuhang. I have no contribution to it.
Original thread is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45344021
This method will help you gain root access on the latest .67 4.2.2 update that Sony recently pushed out.
Disclaimer:
- This requires a PC.
- No CWM needed.
- This installs a Chinese root manager rather than superuser or superSU. But I will teach you how to replace it below.
Instruction:
1. Download the rooting application. (This app can root many other devices )
VRoot_1.6.0.3690
http://www.mediafire.com/download/v3...3690_Setup.exe
2. Install the app. This is a Chinese app so I will guide you. Below is a step by step screenshot attached guide.
3. Start VROOT and root now!
4. Now we need to install SuperSU from play store to replace the Chinese root manager called 授权管理 1.0.4.
5. Go to play store and install SuperSU.
6. Start SuperSU and you will be asked for permission by 授权管理 1.0.4, choose 允许(means allow). (Should be the right side option.)
7. SuperSU will prompt to install SU binary, go ahead with OK and it will display successful.
8. Now, freeze 授权管理 1.0.4 in titanium backup, just in case you need it again.
Note: If you uninstall straight away from app manager, you need to make sure SuperSU updated the binary.
9. Re-run SuperSU to make sure everything is alright. You will be prompt again to install SU binary, just do what it asked.
10. After that, you are rooted with SuperSU and 授权管理 1.0.4 will not be there anymore.
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djpeesh said:
Can someone upload an ftf with just the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin for the C5503? I tried creating one using C5502 kernel and i got stuck in a boot loop. luckily my battery was just at about 10% and so I quickly flashed back the 4.2.2 Kernel of the 5503 and all is well.
Once we get the kernel only ftf, can test and create guide for rooting 5503 on 4.2.2
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Tried with the C5503 kernel. Same boot loop. I think we'll have to find an alternate root method, as unlike the Z, the ZR doesnt have .234 firmware [that is also 4.2]
Experimenting with the Z firmware. Wish me luck
Why not flash only kernel from the previous firmware? Isn't working?
UPD. I see - not work
djpeesh said:
Tried with the C5503 kernel. Same boot loop. I think we'll have to find an alternate root method, as unlike the Z, the ZR doesnt have .234 firmware [that is also 4.2]
Experimenting with the Z firmware. Wish me luck
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I have rooted mine already (ie. Android 4.2.2). You have to unlock your bootloader for this method to work.
akash4357 said:
I have rooted mine already (ie. Android 4.2.2). You have to unlock your bootloader for this method to work.
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Can you say more about your 4.2.2 rooting method?
itandy said:
Can you say more about your 4.2.2 rooting method?
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Firstly you need to unlock your bootloader. Google that, its easy. OR you can do it through flashtools (not tested).
Enable USB Debugging and unknown sources option on your phone before proceeding.
Download Flashtool, Open it. Flash the the kernel of an old firmware of Xperia ZR which was rootable.
Reboot your Xperia ZR after flashing. Connect to PC in USB Debugging mode.
Do not forget to close FLASHTOOL.
Extract the downloaded “DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip” file and run the “runme_win” file.
Follow onscreen instructions to root Xperia ZR and once it is rooted, device will reboot. Verify that you are rooted, run SuperSU app.
Now switch off your Xperia ZR. OPEN FLASHTOOL.
Now you need to flash the true kernel of Android 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.0.244 firmware of Xperia ZR.
After flashing, disconnect the phone from PC, reboot it and your Xperia ZR is now rooted
Official Thread
akash4357 said:
Firstly you need to unlock your bootloader. Google that, its easy. OR you can do it through flashtools (not tested).
Enable USB Debugging and unknown sources option on your phone before proceeding.
Download Flashtool, Open it. Flash the the kernel of an old firmware of Xperia ZR which was rootable.
Reboot your Xperia ZR after flashing. Connect to PC in USB Debugging mode.
Do not forget to close FLASHTOOL.
Extract the downloaded “DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip” file and run the “runme_win” file.
Follow onscreen instructions to root Xperia ZR and once it is rooted, device will reboot. Verify that you are rooted, run SuperSU app.
Now switch off your Xperia ZR. OPEN FLASHTOOL.
Now you need to flash the true kernel of Android 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.0.244 firmware of Xperia ZR.
After flashing, disconnect the phone from PC, reboot it and your Xperia ZR is now rooted
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So basically you're doing:
Use FlashTool to flash the 4.2.2 FTF
Downgrade the kernel by using FlashTool back to 4.1.2
Run the DoomLord rooting kit
Flash back 4.2.2 kernel using FlashTool
To flash the kernel you need an unlocked bootloader. What I don't understand is how to flash the kernel only? I found the kernel.sin inside the FTF file. Can I just delete other .sin file and flash the remaining FTF file?
Sorry if my questions are noob.
itandy said:
So basically you're doing:
Use FlashTool to flash the 4.2.2 FTF
Downgrade the kernel by using FlashTool back to 4.1.2
Run the DoomLord rooting kit
Flash back 4.2.2 kernel using FlashTool
To flash the kernel you need an unlocked bootloader. What I don't understand is how to flash the kernel only? I found the kernel.sin inside the FTF file. Can I just delete other .sin file and flash the remaining FTF file?
Sorry if my questions are noob.
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You need to keep the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin in the ftf and delete the rest. Also don't delete the META-INF file.
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akash4357 said:
You need to keep the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin in the ftf and delete the rest. Also don't delete the META-INF file.
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The problem is the bootloader? I thought doom's thread said that this was for locked and unlocked bootloader. Unlocking the bootloader will lead to a lot of people avoiding the root method.
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djpeesh said:
The problem is the bootloader? I thought doom's thread said that this was for locked and unlocked bootloader. Unlocking the bootloader will lead to a lot of people avoiding the root method.
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So is an unlocked bootloader NEEDED for this method to work for ZR? I thought DoomLord said it works for both.
akash4357 said:
You need to keep the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin in the ftf and delete the rest. Also don't delete the META-INF file.
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Have you managed to root through this method?
djpeesh said:
Have you managed to root through this method?
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I did manage to root it, but then the phone suddenly restarts. Now I am stuck with bootloops. Strange as I managed to install Superuser from the Play Store.
Edit. I recommend not trying to root using this method. Wait till theres a definitive rooting method.
djpeesh said:
Have you managed to root through this method?
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I see you got bootloop from the other thread. Did you manage to fix it?
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itandy said:
I see you got bootloop from the other thread. Did you manage to fix it?
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Yes. I fixed the bootloop issue. Need any help with the bootloop?
If you've got a bootloop, pull the battery asap as once it dies, you won't be able to flash ftf and the device will be bricked.
To fix bootloop [and still not get root access]
1. Open the 4.2.2 ftf file in flashtool.
2. Exclude everything [tick in the exclude box] except the kernel, and untick everything in the wipe box [data, applog]
3. Flash the kernel by pressing the volume down button while plugging in USB cable [DONT PRESS POWER BUTTON AFTER BATTERY PULL AS OTHERWISE YOU'LL GO BACK INTO BOOTLOOP]
4. After it flashes [should take a couple of seconds], reboot and you should be back to normal
I REPEAT PULL THE BATTERY IF IN A BOOTLOOP OR YOU'LL LAND UP WITH ANOTHER PAPERWEIGHT
djpeesh said:
Yes. I fixed the bootloop issue. Need any help with the bootloop?
If you've got a bootloop, pull the battery asap as once it dies, you won't be able to flash ftf and the device will be bricked.
To fix bootloop [and still not get root access]
1. Open the 4.2.2 ftf file in flashtool.
2. Exclude everything [tick in the exclude box] except the kernel, and untick everything in the wipe box [data, applog]
3. Flash the kernel by pressing the volume down button while plugging in USB cable [DONT PRESS POWER BUTTON AFTER BATTERY PULL AS OTHERWISE YOU'LL GO BACK INTO BOOTLOOP]
4. After it flashes [should take a couple of seconds], reboot and you should be back to normal
I REPEAT PULL THE BATTERY IF IN A BOOTLOOP OR YOU'LL LAND UP WITH ANOTHER PAPERWEIGHT
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I just learned a lesson! Thanks!
So again you're not successful in rooting 4.2.2 using the kernel switching method?
i think the kernel switching fix will not work on ZR.. we don't have a rootable 4.2 kernel
i think the 423 kernel is 4.2
djpeesh said:
Yes. I fixed the bootloop issue. Need any help with the bootloop?
If you've got a bootloop, pull the battery asap as once it dies, you won't be able to flash ftf and the device will be bricked.
To fix bootloop [and still not get root access]
1. Open the 4.2.2 ftf file in flashtool.
2. Exclude everything [tick in the exclude box] except the kernel, and untick everything in the wipe box [data, applog]
3. Flash the kernel by pressing the volume down button while plugging in USB cable [DONT PRESS POWER BUTTON AFTER BATTERY PULL AS OTHERWISE YOU'LL GO BACK INTO BOOTLOOP]
4. After it flashes [should take a couple of seconds], reboot and you should be back to normal
I REPEAT PULL THE BATTERY IF IN A BOOTLOOP OR YOU'LL LAND UP WITH ANOTHER PAPERWEIGHT
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I am trying to get 4.2.2, but after flashing the system rom on step 4, I got into a boot loop. I can't seem to use flashtool to recover, Please help! I can't even get to recovery
EDIT: Now I am going somewhere I think, but I don't know if this is serious, I get this from flashmode now
ERROR - Error in processHeader : 1 : Incorrect function.
ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
EDIT: I think I bricked my device =(
grim_ripper said:
I am trying to get 4.2.2, but after flashing the system rom on step 4, I got into a boot loop. I can't seem to use flashtool to recover, Please help! I can't even get to recovery
EDIT: Now I am going somewhere I think, but I don't know if this is serious, I get this from flashmode now
ERROR - Error in processHeader : 1 : Incorrect function.
ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
EDIT: I think I bricked my device =(
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It happened to me also, but it's possible to recover from it.
Install PC Companion on your PC.
Go to Support Zone.
First option -> Update phone / tablet software.
You will see a underlined link that says "repair phone / tablet"
Just follow the instructions.
You will need your phone to have at least 50% battery level. Take out the battery, insert again, and connect your phone to your PC via USB while pressing the Volume + button. You will hear a sound coming from your PC meaning it's been connected.
Sony PC Companion then will flash your phone with the latest firmware. It takes a while and you need to have internet connection, but it works.
As you flashed the Russian system rom, the firmware installed in your phone by Sony PC companion will be the Russian Android 4.2.2. No problem with this as it includes all the languages.
Do this as soon as possible as you need your battery charged and you can't charge the battery in your phone while in the bootloop state.
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I'm not sure what we did wrong to be stuck in a bootloop, but after my ZR being reflashed by Sony PC Companion I just flashed the Nordic 4.2.2 ROM and my phone remains unrooted until there is a easier method to get root
grim_ripper said:
I am trying to get 4.2.2, but after flashing the system rom on step 4, I got into a boot loop. I can't seem to use flashtool to recover, Please help! I can't even get to recovery
EDIT: Now I am going somewhere I think, but I don't know if this is serious, I get this from flashmode now
ERROR - Error in processHeader : 1 : Incorrect function.
ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
EDIT: I think I bricked my device =(
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In fact you should read the other thread for a workable root method for 4.2.2. This thread is very old and AFAIK this method doesn't work.
Hi fellow mates,
Recently I have updated my Sony Xperia Z (Singapore) 10.3.A.0.423 to 10.3.1.A.0.244 and I was previously rooted on 10.3.A.0.423. So after updating the phone, I followed Doom'sLord method which is:
[ how-to ]
Download the three files from the download section below
open FlashTool and flash the XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.A.0.423_Generic_NL.f tf - 7.12 MB file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable
now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode
CLOSE FLASHTOOL <<< VVVIMP STEP
extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip to root directory on c:\
execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of my easy rooting toolkit <<< VVVIMP STEP
the above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
after rooting is over the device will restart
you can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version)
once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again
now flash XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.1.A.0.244_BE.ftf - 7.17 MB file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware
thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
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After which, when I switch my phone on to check if it's root. It seems that it has not been rooted and no super user was installed. Can anyone help me what is the problem? I had USB DEBUGGING turned on, Unknown Sources turned on as well. Latest flashtool 0.9.11.0 installed, latest Doomlord v18 easy rooting toolkit. But still couldn't find whats the issue. Looking forward for help. Thank You
Regards,
Gabriel
@DooMLoRD
Download the three files from the download section below
open FlashTool and flash the XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.A.0.423_Generic_NL.f tf - 7.12 MB file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable
now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode
CLOSE FLASHTOOL <<< VVVIMP STEP
extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip to root directory on c:\
execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of my easy rooting toolkit <<< VVVIMP STEP
the above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
after rooting is over the device will restart
you can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version)
once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again
now flash XperiaZ_C660X_KernelOnly_10.3.1.A.0.244_BE.ftf - 7.17 MB file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware
thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
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You've not done one or both of those two steps.
XperienceD said:
You've not done one or both of those two steps.
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Noted. I will try again. Thank you XperienceD
@XperienceD
As you had mention, I did follow that 2 steps. After which I had to go to applications and find the Superuser applications, and hit the uninstall button. After that, it was rooted once again. Superuser icon came up, asking for permissions like the usual. Something is wrong even though it's already been rooting. But thanks for the advise. Will bare in mind the next time an update is up. Thanks alot!
Regards,
Gabriel
Hello, I've tried flashing back to the old firmware from the latest, but it's saying my phone needs to be in usb debug and allow unknown sources, these are both allowed ? im not sure what I can do.
Xperia Z .244 firmware charge issue
Hello all,
I am facing this weird issue with my Xperia Z rooting. I am on .244 baseband but when I tried changing it to the .423 using the flashtool, it didn't change. I tried several times but same results. Thus when I try rooting my phone the script showed not compatible.
Please let me know what can be the problem? Do I compulsorily have to be unlocked for this to work?
facing a problem too, I can not seem to even flash the .423 kernel in flashtool. I keep getting an error saying to make sure debugging in on etc.. And have both debugging and mock locations turned on?? Weird because I have flashed firmwares before on this device.
Yellow_Racing said:
facing a problem too, I can not seem to even flash the .423 kernel in flashtool. I keep getting an error saying to make sure debugging in on etc.. And have both debugging and mock locations turned on?? Weird because I have flashed firmwares before on this device.
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Is the phone turned OFF and connected in flashmode?
If so, make sure you're using the latest version of flashtool.
www.flashtool.net
If you already have the latest version, try reinstalling it.
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kingvortex said:
Is the phone turned OFF and connected in flashmode?
If so, make sure you're using the latest version of flashtool.
www.flashtool.net
If you already have the latest version, try reinstalling it.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 4
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Yes phone was off
I tried beta 4 and beta 5 but I'm downloading latest version now
Cheers for your help :good:
Edit: No latest flashtool didnt work in either 32 or 64 with or without pc companion running???
Just to make sure you have everything setup properly and are following the correct procedure, follow this tutorial for using flashtool - How to flash stock roms with Flashtool
If that doesn't help, I'm not sure what the problem is.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 4
kingvortex said:
Just to make sure you have everything setup properly and are following the correct procedure, follow this tutorial for using flashtool - How to flash stock roms with Flashtool
If that doesn't help, I'm not sure what the problem is.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk 4
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Yes as far as I can tell to the letter? I have flashed firmwares before so I'm lost. I have noticed after a failed attempt I lose wifi.
Im downloading the stock .244 ftf and will try to flash that, I'm not sure if I can just flash an older firmware or not.
Thanks again for your help so far
Rob
Edit: after more investigation my phone was actually on .423 but still showing .422 under settings. All good now and rooted
i recently asked for help in regards to rooting firmware 14.3.A.681 Model C6903 a noobs guide really since i am still new to it but some of the reply's i got were a bit confusing but all had one thing in common which was downgrade to an ftf ending in .534. The issues making me confused are
1. when i downgrade to .534 ftf i downloaded the Commercial and Generic UK unbranded versions and to my surprise my SIM Card wasn't detected i really dont know why :/
2.the next issue was reply's from some members regarding the next step which was after downgrading install xddualrecovery others also said root the .534 firmware first then install xddualrecovery and i noticed with some versions of xddualrecovery there's a 3rd option called "Install on non root" now my question here is, that option will it root and install a recovery on my phone such as CWM or TWRP and if yes why do i need a recovery am just rooting and truly do not wish to backup any data on phone or SD Card or install custom roms in future
3.the next issue was SuperSU after doing some googling on it i realized its an apk for root but i thought rooting will give me superuser access so my do i need that and why does xddualrecovery have an option of install SuperSU on rooted phone
4. the next issue is flashable ftf's or zip and stripped ftf's or zip and how is it different from regular or Stock ftf's and also why do i need to flash a flashable zip or ftf in say TWRP recovery and after powering off flash it again with the flashtool as some members suggested ?
5. the next issue is if its really required to install a recovery such as CWM or TWRP to get root access how do i unroot and get back default Stock firmware
6. what is locked and unlock bootloader ? and how do i know if mine is locked or unlocked some members made statements regarding that
all these issues especially my SIM Card not being detected made downgrade to C6903_14.2.A.0.290_Generic MY_1276-7939_R1B before my sim card started functioning and my last question is how to root 14.2.A.0.290 since it seems kitkat rooting is quite complicated and i hope rooting 14.2.A.0.290 would not require a downgrade
All answers are in Z1 Section. Read carefully, it is simply. To me look like you don't agree with the method to get root, than stay stock if you don't like it. There is no other ways.
i wish to root
eclyptos said:
All answers are in Z1 Section. Read carefully, it is simply. To me look like you don't agree with the method to get root, than stay stock if you don't like it. There is no other ways.
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i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
further explanation
cainwireshark said:
i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
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another example a member explained how to flash a flashable zip through TWRP in detail """In TWRP -> Wipe -> advanced Wipe Tick/Check:
Dalvik-Cache
System
Cache
Data
Then 'Swipe to Right' to make it happen and go back to the TWRP home screen;
Flash 'C69XX_14.2.A.0.290.flashable.zip' in TWRP """"""" but failed to explain in detail how to flash a stripped ftf of that "Flash everything in 'C69XX_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf';" and besides when i open that stripped ftf there are so many files i dont know what to do with them or flash it
cainwireshark said:
i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
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The instructions for installing dual recovery are in the OP of the dual recovery thread.
They are detailed enough there
gregbradley said:
The instructions for installing dual recovery are in the OP of the dual recovery thread.
They are detailed enough there
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my problem is not installing dual recovery my problem is how to flash a stripped ftf what should i use flashtool ? or another tool ?
cainwireshark said:
i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
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Downgrade to .534 with the FTF provided by NUT (Post ##3), then Root with Bin4ry method (Best One), Install SuperSU from Play Store, Install XZDualRecovery (you should know Now which option) and grant everything in SuperSU, recovery is needed to install Pre-Rooted Stock FTF (without it you can Dream about Rooted Android), then go to the page of you prefered Stock Android 4.3 or 4.4 and follow the instruction "How TO". HOW? Reboot in Recovery, Flash the .zip Rooted Android, Power off and don't reboot, Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
Simply like that!!
eclyptos said:
Downgrade to .534 with the FTF provided by NUT (Post ##3), then Root with Bin4ry method (Best One), Install SuperSU from Play Store, Install XZDualRecovery (you should know Now which option) and grant everything in SuperSU, recovery is needed to install Pre-Rooted Stock FTF (without it you can Dream about Rooted Android), then go to the page of you prefered Stock Android 4.3 or 4.4 and follow the instruction "How TO". HOW? Reboot in Recovery, Flash the .zip Rooted Android, Power off and don't reboot, Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
Simply like that!!
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how to do this ?????? the stripped ftf is multiple files how to use them i have no idea since all ftf i i have flashed are one large single files Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
cainwireshark said:
how to do this ?????? the stripped ftf is multiple files how to use them i have no idea since all ftf i i have flashed are one large single files Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
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You flash it just like any other FTF, do not open it.
All ftf files have multiple files in them, they are basically a zip archive. In fact the stripped FTF has LESS files in it than the big ones....
gregbradley said:
You flash it just like any other FTF, do not open it.
All ftf files have multiple files in them, they are basically a zip archive. In fact the stripped FTF has LESS files in it than the big ones....
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after looking elsewhere i realized i have to brand it before it becomes a single ftf of around 20MB so i need to flash a 20MB stripped ftf ????? with flashtool ?
NO, you flash it just like it says in [NUT]s instructions.
Just like any other FTF file, there is no difference.
Just like this
http://prntscr.com/385zsi
That has exactly what you need to do...
cainwireshark said:
how to do this ?????? the stripped ftf is multiple files how to use them i have no idea since all ftf i i have flashed are one large single files Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
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I don't know why the extension of the stripped file is in .zip. Put that stripped file in Flashtool>firmware folder and if Flashtool recognize the file then you are ready to go, if not, change the Extension of that file from .zip to .ftf and try again. Same way like the downgrade, which I assume you did.
eclyptos said:
I don't know why the extension of the stripped file is in .zip. Put that stripped file in Flashtool>firmware folder and if Flashtool recognize the file then you are ready to go, if not change the Extension of that file from .zip to .ftf and try again. Same way like the downgrade, which I assume you did.
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Yes, its a .zip to help with the download from [NUT]s server
I forgot that
Just change the .zip to .FTF and all is good.
@cainwireshark
BTW, after rename the extension you have to Reboot Flashtool (v0.9.15).
problem with step 3 and 6
gregbradley said:
NO, you flash it just like it says in [NUT]s instructions.
Just like any other FTF file, there is no difference.
Just like this
http://prntscr.com/385zsi
That has exactly what you need to do...
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when i place it there it doesnt show in flashtool whether i copy the zip there or extract the contents there it just wont show :crying:
cainwireshark said:
when i place it there it doesnt show in flashtool whether i copy the zip there or extract the contents there it just wont show :crying:
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change the extension of the file to .ftf, do not extract them
a .ftf file is just a .zip archive with a different extension. It needs to be .ftf for flashtool to recognise it as a (F)lash(T)ool (F)ile
still not showing
gregbradley said:
change the extension of the file to .ftf, do not extract them
a .ftf file is just a .zip archive with a different extension. It needs to be .ftf for flashtool to recognise it as a (F)lash(T)ool (F)ile
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either am doing it wrong but not showing :/
cainwireshark said:
either am doing it wrong but not showing :/
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Try Reboot your PC.
thanks
eclyptos said:
Try Reboot your PC.
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working now thx
finally got root access on 4.3
thanks
gregbradley said:
change the extension of the file to .ftf, do not extract them
a .ftf file is just a .zip archive with a different extension. It needs to be .ftf for flashtool to recognise it as a (F)lash(T)ool (F)ile
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thanks for effort in helping me finally got root on 4.3