[Q] Bootlader - Xperia SP Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

i had checked that code for checking boot loader it says yes
it means my boot loader is unlocked or not
if its unlcoked then what should i do because i had purchase this mobile before 2 days
so please revert
Azhar

azhar.munshi said:
i had checked that code for checking boot loader it says yes
it means my boot loader is unlocked or not
if its unlcoked then what should i do because i had purchase this mobile before 2 days
so please revert
Azhar
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It means that you can unlock your bootloader... It doesn't come unlocked you have to unlock it..
Refer this for more information http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2354721
For Root refer this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2440375
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i want to ask you something my last mobile is Samsung galaxy r
when we install kernel there is warning or yellow triangle sign is coming rest things work fine
download count also increases
i want to know that if i root Sony sp then like some things happen
i have to submit my full imei number to Sony
if i lock boot loader again then i can regain my warranty if my imei number is with sony
Azhar

There is no flash counter to worry about with Sony phones...... Once you have unlocked bootloader your warranty is void even if you relock it.
Rooting does not void warranty.
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zolaisugly said:
Once you have unlocked bootloader your warranty is void even if you relock it.
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Why?? I will relock bootloader, restore DRM keys, flash stock rom and will have same system when was when I bought the phone.
That I have "order" unlocking bootloader key doesen't mean that I did it.

smogf said:
Why?? I will relock bootloader, restore DRM keys, flash stock rom and will have same system when was when I bought the phone.
That I have "order" unlocking bootloader key doesen't mean that I did it.
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Read this in particular the very bottom paragraph....
http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
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Yes. But when you relock it, restore TA partition and flash stock there will be no sign that you have done it.

You may be correct... but most people will say that unlocking bootloader well void the warranty.
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smogf said:
Yes. But when you relock it, restore TA partition and flash stock there will be no sign that you have done it.
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Yes, but you have given the imei of your device to Sony in order to get the unlock code. So if something happens to you phone and you get it at a Sony repairing center, the first thing they do is to read the imei from your device and check if it is in there database
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zolaisugly said:
You may be correct... but most people will say that unlocking bootloader well void the warranty.
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Yes. But when youcrelock it your warrany magically came back
AnDas said:
Yes, but you have given the imei of your device to Sony in order to get the unlock code. So if something happens to you phone and you get it at a Sony repairing center, the first thing they do is to read the imei from your device and check if it is in there database
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And so?? They also have my phone in database when I bought it. I dont understand your reasoning.
I have buy a bulb yesterday. Just in case. Thats mean that I have to immediately change it??
No.
And for confirmation.
I ave do it twice.
First with my old LG GT540. (Stock -> root -> cyanogenmod (warranty off) -> flash stock without recovery, and fastboot (warranty on)
Second. Xperia SP (Stock -> root -> bootloader unlock (warranty off) -> existenz -> relocking BL -> Restoring TA -> Stock ROM (warranty on)
Both of them was rapairing without aditional costs.
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Fastboot issues,bootloader (un)locked?

So I've unlocked the bootloader on my xperia Z the official way. Entered the unlock key and it was successful.
However, if I try to write a recovery in fastboot I get the error : Remote: not allowed.
I have made sure I have the correct drivers and all but it still doesn't work. Even tried unlocking it again with a second unlock key.
How can I fix this?
bump, still no cure found
Any help would be appreciated
Try to boot in recovery does that work?
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Looks like it still is locked
Xperia Z (yuga) / Beanstalk 4.4.2 / Meow = No.1
xtcdk said:
Looks like it still is locked
Xperia Z (yuga) / Beanstalk 4.4.2 / Meow = No.1
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Yeah that's what I thought, but my bootloader is unlockable and I've done it the official way, twice!
How can I properly unlock it?
shaggydiamond said:
Yeah that's what I thought, but my bootloader is unlockable and I've done it the official way, twice!
How can I properly unlock it?
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dial : *#*#7378423#*#* got to "service info" then to "configuration"
at the last line is it
bootloader unlocked : yes
or
bootloader unlock allowed : yes ( or something like that )
elias234 said:
dial : *#*#7378423#*#* got to "service info" then to "configuration"
at the last line is it
bootloader unlocked : yes
or
bootloader unlock allowed : yes ( or something like that )
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that only means that it's allowed but it won't say if it's locked or unlocked
shaggydiamond said:
that only means that it's allowed but it won't say if it's locked or unlocked
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not only allowed or not
if you have locked bootloader it says it is allowed
if you have unlocked bootloader it says that your bootloader is unlocked
you can check your bootloader by this way , cause your error determines that u have lockbootloader
shaggydiamond said:
So I've unlocked the bootloader on my xperia Z the official way. Entered the unlock key and it was successful.
However, if I try to write a recovery in fastboot I get the error : Remote: not allowed.
I have made sure I have the correct drivers and all but it still doesn't work. Even tried unlocking it again with a second unlock key.
How can I fix this?
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It's not really unlocked.
Use flashtool, click the blu option and you can properly unlock the bootloader.
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Tommy-Geenexus said:
It's not really unlocked.
Use flashtool, click the blu option and you can properly unlock the bootloader.
Sent from my white Xperia™Z
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Will definitely try
Unlock bootloader without losing DRM keys
Hey guys
I have a similar problem. I want to flash DoomLord's custom kernel but the command is not allowed. I found out bootloader unlock allowed does not mean it is unlocked yet, so that is the problem why it is not allowed. However, I do want to backup my DRM keys first. Is this possible? My phone was rooted before I flashed 4.3, so it is not rooted anymore.
Oh I have a Xperia Z 4.3 c6603 flashed with the ftf supplied by doomlord.
shaggydiamond said:
So I've unlocked the bootloader on my xperia Z the official way. Entered the unlock key and it was successful.
However, if I try to write a recovery in fastboot I get the error : Remote: not allowed.
I have made sure I have the correct drivers and all but it still doesn't work. Even tried unlocking it again with a second unlock key.
How can I fix this?
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show us screenshots after u go to this secret menu:
*#*#7378423#*#*
go to -> Service info -> Configuration , then take screenshot by pressing volume down at the same time with power button OR use power off menu and press on take screenshot... then post it over here and we'll check it with u!
abelmaster said:
Hey guys
I have a similar problem. I want to flash DoomLord's custom kernel but the command is not allowed. I found out bootloader unlock allowed does not mean it is unlocked yet, so that is the problem why it is not allowed. However, I do want to backup my DRM keys first. Is this possible? My phone was rooted before I flashed 4.3, so it is not rooted anymore.
Oh I have a Xperia Z 4.3 c6603 flashed with the ftf supplied by doomlord.
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Flash a firmware that can have root and look for a drm backup tool
Nidhal AKA the king said:
show us screenshots after u go to this secret menu:
*#*#7378423#*#*
go to -> Service info -> Configuration , then take screenshot by pressing volume down at the same time with power button OR use power off menu and press on take screenshot... then post it over here and we'll check it with u!
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https://www.dropbox.com/s/g2s7itsrwltdgax/IMG-20140104-WA0006.jpg this is the screenshot.
Thanks in advance!
shaggydiamond said:
https://www.dropbox.com/s/g2s7itsrwltdgax/IMG-20140104-WA0006.jpg this is the screenshot.
Thanks in advance!
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u welcome!
just checked the screenshot says that BL unlock allowed: status YES which define that ur BL (bootloader) is not unlocked yet!
make sure u are using the appropriate tool that works for ur device after u get the BL code from Sony, then follow the instructions in Sony where u got the information about unlocking BL
first off... do not proceed with bl unlock until you backup your TA partition cuz u might brick ur phone after the unlock is done if something goes wrong!
is it's not really recommended... u can still root it with a locked bl and enjoy ROOT privileges... FYI, unlocking bl will erase DRM keys and might affect on ur TA partition too.... so keep in mind that Bravia Engine2 along with Track ID will stop working after unlocking ur BL
TA Partition backup
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2234627
so take it on ur own risk as im advising you not going for it!
good luck
shaggydiamond said:
Will definitely try
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Did it work?
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Tommy-Geenexus said:
Did it work?
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Didn't work, gave up on unlocking bootloader.. Maybe I will give it a shot someday I did back up my TA partition just in case something goes wrong
Just rooted it, installed dualrecovery and flashed a locked bootloader ROM.
It's working just fine. I'm using this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2503670
shaggydiamond said:
Didn't work, gave up on unlocking bootloader.. Maybe I will give it a shot someday I did back up my TA partition just in case something goes wrong
Just rooted it, installed dualrecovery and flashed a locked bootloader ROM.
It's working just fine. I'm using this rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2503670
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Good choice, this or existenz are definitely the best lb roms
Sent from my white Xperia™Z

Bootloader unlock allowed: YES

So..my xperia z (first one) had some problems with the back and water got in, and oRange gave me another new one back..
The thing is that the new one has " bootloader unlock allowed: yes"...
If its yes..this means that I can install a recovery without losing my waranty...and the bootloader is unlocked ? Or what
nemer12 said:
So..my xperia z (first one) had some problems with the back and water got in, and oRange gave me another new one back..
The thing is that the new one has " bootloader unlock allowed: yes"...
If its yes..this means that I can install a recovery without losing my waranty...and the bootloader is unlocked ? Or what
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No it means that you can unlock your bootloader which will void your warranty and enable you to install custom kernels but remember to back up your ta partition before unlocking. Custom recovery can be installed on a locked bootloader anyway.
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you mean that before when was NO I could not unlock bootloader??
Neah...always I lost my warranty with my phones and I need sometimes the waranty..esspecialy at sony phone(Sony Xperia S/T/Z)
Thx for answer .
nemer12 said:
you mean that before when was NO I could not unlock bootloader??
Neah...always I lost my warranty with my phones and I need sometimes the waranty..esspecialy at sony phone(Sony Xperia S/T/Z)
Thx for answer .
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Thats correct also flashing your ta backup will relock the bootloader for warranty
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[Q] restore ta with broken screen no root?

Dear xda
I need my phone to be repaired, they will not repair it is i have mij BU unlocked.
Today while in the Phonehouse (while waiting on my buddy with i-phone troubles) my xZ1 dropt, screen down on the floor.
Screen was cracked, from the right to left (down and up).
Screen is not responsing.
I have my ta bakup, and a copie of the orriginal softwhare it had when i made the backup.
I flashed stock FW only to discover/remember i have to give root rights to restore TA. I cant even unlock my screen.
does someone know a solution?
The only thing I can think of is flash kernel (like doomlord) and then restore an cwm back-up from someone with the given rootrights (for ADB I supose?) and usb-debugging on.
Will this work?
If Yes...
Is someone willing to sent me a back-up? ( is wich I can restore TA and then restore clean .534)
Please Help
My suggestion is to flash a cmw recovery so that you can use the volume keys to navigate.
Then flash a pre rooted rom and use a mouse via a usbotg cable.
Gain root, restore YOUR ta, then flash a stock ftf.
You should be able to claim on warenty then
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gregbradley said:
My suggestion is to flash a cmw recovery so that you can use the volume keys to navigate.
Then flash a pre rooted rom and use a mouse via a usbotg cable.
Gain root, restore YOUR ta, then flash a stock ftf.
You should be able to claim on warenty then
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did it, worke like a sharm (restored my old ackup, started sixaxis with usbotg mouse so I could use a mouse while pluged in pc, restored ta, restored FW.
can I check somewhere if it worked?
flashtool says my BLis loked
dial
*#*#7378423#*#*
goto service info/configuration.
It should say
bootloader unlock allowed: yes
then your bootloader is locked
if it says
bootloader unlocked: yes
then it is still unlocked.
But if flashtool says its locked, then its locked.
FYI, I returned my bootloader unlocked phone to Vodafone for a replacement screen, they just sent me a new one with no questions asked
gregbradley said:
dial
*#*#7378423#*#*
goto service info/configuration.
It should say
bootloader unlock allowed: yes
then your bootloader is locked
if it says
bootloader unlocked: yes
then it is still unlocked.
But if flashtool says its locked, then its locked.
FYI, I returned my bootloader unlocked phone to Vodafone for a replacement screen, they just sent me a new one with no questions asked
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Great buddy, everything is ok.
I returned my t-mobile xperia z with a broken backscreen, I got it back with the note they won't repair it becouse it was unlocked, and olthou sony doesn't make a fuss about it t-mobile said it wa illigal. they even said the had the right to ship it back in a way not according to the repaire terms. just becouse it was rooted still.
thanks allot for your great help, keep developing buddy...

[Q] Relocking the bootloader

I unlocked my bootloader using the flash tool,didn't root or do anything that requires an unlocked bootloader.
And now i want to relock it,because my phone got water damaged and before i go to the Sony service center.
It's still fully functional(i can use it to do normal everyday things)but a small part of the digitizer is not working anymore,aswell as installing the 4.4 update.
Any help?
And will the warranty cover up non-user caused water damage?all ports were closed as well as the battery door.
Shakshireno said:
I unlocked my bootloader using the flash tool,didn't root or do anything that requires an unlocked bootloader.
And now i want to relock it,because my phone got water damaged and before i go to the Sony service center.
It's still fully functional(i can use it to do normal everyday things)but a small part of the digitizer is not working anymore,aswell as installing the 4.4 update.
Any help?
And will the warranty cover up non-user caused water damage?all ports were closed as well as the battery door.
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If you did not back up your TA partition before unlocking the phone I think you will not be able to relock it. No warranty in that situation.
drZeT said:
If you did not back up your TA partition before unlocking the phone I think you will not be able to relock it. No warranty in that situation.
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I just checked the Sony developer website,and it says that 2013 and newer devices,when unlocked,it well wipe all of your data,aswell as DRM stuff(track ID still works(and my data was not deleted)).
Are you supposed to receive Sony application updates when you've unlocked your phone?
Shakshireno said:
I just checked the Sony developer website,and it says that 2013 and newer devices,when unlocked,it well wipe all of your data,aswell as DRM stuff(track ID still works(and my data was not deleted)).
Are you supposed to receive Sony application updates when you've unlocked your phone?
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It does not delete data on external SDcard, only internal memory. Also unlocking bootloader will disable Bravia engine, u will still be able to tick it in settings but it won't work. Not sure about updates.
Shakshireno said:
I just checked the Sony developer website,and it says that 2013 and newer devices,when unlocked,it well wipe all of your data,aswell as DRM stuff(track ID still works(and my data was not deleted)).
Are you supposed to receive Sony application updates when you've unlocked your phone?
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in my case, nothing was deleted. no you won't get OTA updates when unlocked
anagramgenius said:
in my case, nothing was deleted. no you won't get OTA updates when unlocked
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I already knew that,i meant is there a way to install the official updates when unlocked.
I saw this thing called Emma,still waiting for my confirmation email though.
Shakshireno said:
I already knew that,i meant is there a way to install the official updates when unlocked.
I saw this thing called Emma,still waiting for my confirmation email though.
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search the forum for required FTF and flash it using flash tool.
anagramgenius said:
search the forum for required FTF and flash it using flash tool.
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Can you link it to me please?
i only found the files for the Z1,Z1 compact,Z and Z Ultra
Can you relock the bootloader using the tool provided by Sony?
Sorry for hijacking this thread. I have unlocked my ZR by flashtool also took TA partition backup before. Now i want to relock it as i need be2 and breathing light . My question is would i still be able to unlock and relock any number of times in the future?

warranty and bootloader status

hi, my z1 has a broken vibration motor. My phone is in warranty so i want to send it to repair. my bootloader is unlocked but i can re-lock it and i also have ta partition saved.
so can i send the phone without re-lock the ottloader or can i have problem with warranty?
if i have to relock it, can i relock it simply with flashtool o r i have to re-flash the ta-partition?
fer2503 said:
hi, my z1 has a broken vibration motor. My phone is in warranty so i want to send it to repair. my bootloader is unlocked but i can re-lock it and i also have ta partition saved.
so can i send the phone without re-lock the ottloader or can i have problem with warranty?
if i have to relock it, can i relock it simply with flashtool o r i have to re-flash the ta-partition?
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Flash full ftf and restore ta partition to be sure.
mischa_martin said:
Flash full ftf and restore ta partition to be sure.
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Thanks, i want to ask If they can change my display with a new One bacause i have One of the first unit that have bad colours
fer2503 said:
Thanks, i want to ask If they can change my display with a new One bacause i have One of the first unit that have bad colours
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I'd give u a tip bro
Back up your current TA too with BL unlocked and save it in your pc, then restore your ta which is made before the first time u unlock bl, then flash a stock ftf and u go to sony.
When u get your phone back, get restore your ta from unlocked bootloader again, then u immediately have your phone unlocked again
KWOKSFUNG said:
I'd give u a tip bro
Back up your current TA too with BL unlocked and save it in your pc, then restore your ta which is made before the first time u unlock bl, then flash a stock ftf and u go to sony.
When u get your phone back, get restore your ta from unlocked bootloader again, then u immediately have your phone unlocked again
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So do you think that is better a ta of unlocked bootloader? I can unlock it without problem
fer2503 said:
So do you think that is better a ta of unlocked bootloader? I can unlock it without problem
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u may unlock it yourself again, it will work as u expect but this way of unlock wipe your data and would take a bit more time
using the ta trick wont wipe it and it just takes 2 second, u dont have to type the unlock code bla bla bla
fer2503 said:
Thanks, i want to ask If they can change my display with a new One bacause i have One of the first unit that have bad colours
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just mention the issue and ask for a replacement. I got mine replaced 4 times.
Wolfmachine said:
just mention the issue and ask for a replacement. I got mine replaced 4 times.
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what issue? the washed out colors?

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