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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.
Official thread
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.
Official thread
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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.
Sent from my C5503 using Tapatalk 2
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.
Sent from my C5503 using Tapatalk 2
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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.
Official thread
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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?
Bump.
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.
UPDATE to 4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101 Central Europe 1. + ROOT
New UPDATE to 4.4.2 SGP321 10.5.A.0.230 + ROOT here!
If you are on rooted Tablet Z LTE 4.3 10.4.B.0.569 version, you can update to this latest version following the guide, just download 4.3 update and start with point 10.
Requirements:
1. Flashtool 0.9.15+ (https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByK8JL7P6wDTMXRvcTdjMzVuNFk/edit)
2. XZDualRecovery 2.7. 86 or newer.
3.1. Back to 4.1.2 and Rooting or
3.2. Rooted Android 4.3 10.4.B.0.569
How to:
1. if you're in non-rooted 4.3, rooted 4.2, etc., flash SGP321 4.1.2 FTF using FlashTool and root
4.1.2 Firmware
FlashTool Guide + download
Root 4.1.2 + Guide
2. Select Debugging on from the Settings Menu
3. Select Unknown Sources under Security Menu in Settings
4. Download 4.3 .101.zip and stripped.ftf:
ZIP File
FTF File
5. Put 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
6. Put 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1 stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
7. Download XZDualRecovery (latest Version is TabZ-lockeddualrecovery2.7.86.installer)
http://nut.xperia-files.com/
8. connect your tablet and install the XZ Dual recovery folder Install.bat file
9. Select the Option as SuperUser (2), it will copy all the stuffs and reboot and start in Philz Recovery.
10. Flash 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1.zip' in Philz,
11. do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to Power->Power off
12. Flash everything in 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1 stripped.ftff';
13. Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.
!!! Create a backup of your TabZ in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';!!!
!!! Please read the instructions clearly and flash, i will not responsible for any brick/failures on your Tablet.!!!
Since I am on 4.3 rooted, do I have to go back to 4.1 ?
botsaris said:
Since I am on 4.3 rooted, do I have to go back to 4.1 ?
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not necessary, you can flash it from .569 with recovery.
Rootk1t said:
not necessary, you can flash it from .569 with recovery.
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You mean only step 11-14 to Update a rooted 4.3?
Rootk1t said:
not necessary, you can flash it from .569 with recovery.
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I can confirm that! If you are on rooted 10.4.B.0.569 version, you can update to this latest version following the guide in OP, start with point 11!
Rootk1t said:
not necessary, you can flash it from .569 with recovery.
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Spot on!! Went flawlessly!! Thanks Rootk1t!!:good:
How is new rom running?
Sent from my C6506 using Tapatalk
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Hi, thanks for the guide, but I don't know where to start, I'm on 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.2.67 Rooted and busyboxed,
at what point of the guide I should start?
Thanks for the answer and the work you are doing.
:good:
stevuna said:
Hi, thanks for the guide, but I don't know where to start, I'm on 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.2.67 Rooted and busyboxed,
at what point of the guide I should start?
Thanks for the answer and the work you are doing.
:good:
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just start with point 1.
1. if you're in non-rooted 4.3, rooted 4.2, etc., flash SGP321 4.1.2 FTF using FlashTool and root
4.1.2 Firmware
FlashTool Guide + download
Root 4.1.2 + Guide
2. Select Debugging on from the Settings Menu
3. Select Unknown Sources under Security Menu in Settings
4. Download 4.3 .101.zip and stripped.ftf:
ZIP File
FTF File
5. Put 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
6. Put 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1 stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
7. Download XZDualRecovery (latest Version is TabZ-lockeddualrecovery2.7.86.installer)
http://nut.xperia-files.com/
8. on Tablet: Install Busybox by Stephen (Stericson) from Play store
9. connect your tablet and install the XZ Dual recovery folder Install.bat file
10. Select the Option as SuperUser (2), it will copy all the stuffs and reboot and start in Philz Recovery.
11. Flash 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1.zip' in Philz,
12. do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to Power->Power off
13. Flash everything in 'SGP321 Xperia Tablet Z LTE_4.3 10.4.1.B.0.101_CE1 stripped.ftff';
14. Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.
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Came back to rooted stock from CM11 as too many apps don't play nicely.
Simple procedure. Copy flashable zip to SD, save FTF somewhere on computer, save chainfire supersu flashable installer to SD also.
Reboot to recovery, wipe all, flash rom zip, flash supersu. Power down from recovery and reboot to flashmode, flash stripped ftf.
Reboot again , profit
M.
The zip has maxed out connections on Drive. Can you host somewhere else?
OR
maybe someone who already has the file can mirror somewhere?
Will I loose all the settings, data, aps etc. if I upgrade from rooted .569? Thanks!
No, you wont
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Thank you so much! Just upgraded my SGP-321 from 10.4.B.0.569 to 10.4.1.B.0.101. Works like a charm! All data and root remained intact!
Yautja_Hunter said:
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Thank you so much! Just upgraded my SGP-321 from 10.4.B.0.569 to 10.4.1.B.0.101. Works like a charm! All data and root remained intact!
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Same here - Thank you!
Hi guys.
I have sony tablet z with 10.4.1.b.0.101 unrooted.
Will the whole procedure make me loose my app data etc?
kenshinio said:
Hi guys.
I have sony tablet z with 10.4.1.b.0.101 unrooted.
Will the whole procedure make me loose my app data etc?
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yep, you have to flash 4.1.2 android then root, flash 4.3...
Thanks for the answer. It's not a good news...
Any chance that in the near future there will be a way to root B.101 without loosing the data?
Can this be flashed on a SGP312?
No.
Hi. I wasn't able to understand the process of doing this to Sony devices cause I'm not used to all these sub-branches of steps for slightly different variations and software versions, lol, I understand this is a lot of n00bness for you guys.
I have a stock, legal Xperia TX, software version 9.2.A.1.199 and I want to get it to the point where I can flash custom ROMs. What do I do with it? Sorry for asking, I appreciate any help. :]
Pluto said:
Hi. I wasn't able to understand the process of doing this to Sony devices cause I'm not used to all these sub-branches of steps for slightly different variations and software versions, lol, I understand this is a lot of n00bness for you guys.
I have a stock, legal Xperia TX, software version 9.2.A.1.199 and I want to get it to the point where I can flash custom ROMs. What do I do with it? Sorry for asking, I appreciate any help. :]
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You can most likely only flash custom ROMs (that come with a custom kernel) if you have an unlocked bootloader; so first find out if you can unlock it.
Antiga Prime said:
You can most likely only flash custom ROMs (that come with a custom kernel) if you have an unlocked bootloader; so first find out if you can unlock it.
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What do I do after that? I'm following the instructions here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions but installing CWM and rooting for my device and it's software version is where I'm at a loss.
Pluto said:
What do I do after that? I'm following the instructions here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions but installing CWM and rooting for my device and it's software version is where I'm at a loss.
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Before unlocking your bootloader, I'd backup my TA partition which backs up your DRM keys. If you don't do that, you'll lose them forever (AFAIK), which means no more Bravia Engine. Look for "Backup-TA-9.10" in XDA and/or Google. You need root to do this, which means you'd have to go back to 4.1.2, because there are no methods currently available for rooting 4.3 without an unlocked bootloader.
Once you do that, or if you don't care, and you do upgrade back up to 4.3, flash this kernel, which comes with two recoveries, and then flash any custom ROM you want.
Although, if you do go back to 4.1.2 in order to backup your TA partition, then you can easily root 4.1.2, install CWM, and flash your custom ROM from there, no need to go back up to 4.3.
u can use this.. im also using tx
Hello!!! Aha...so you have troubles? and you need help? OK
Dont worry wetry to help each other in this hard situation...
On Russian site 4pda.ru there is a method to hove root, deodex, CWM on JB 4.3 (295).
Follow carefully the instruction below:
p.s. if you now how to get back old SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67), then dont follow my instruction just do it, maybe you can faster!!!!
First of all you need to get back to SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67), root it and CWM (if you have problems with here some steps):
1. Download a SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67) for ex.: this 67
2. extract the zip put the .ftf firmware to flashtool/firmware folder
3. Start flashtool, press flash/flashmode choose you ftf and press flash, when the guide winow popups up turno f your phone, then hold volume down (-) button and connect to PC. After installation let settle up your phone!
Rooting SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67):
1.Extract DooMLoRD...bla..bla...bla folder and start .bat file (cmd) conect your phone to PC and press enter on cmd screen!
2. if everything goes well your must be rebooted (if my memory didnt mistaken) and in app drawer you will see Superuser shortcut.
CWM for SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67):
1. Extract CWM4XperiaT_v6i_JB.
2. Conect your phone to PC and start the .bat file which inside CWM4XperiaT_v6i_JB folder then look at your phone and press "OK".
Once you get rooted, CWM SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67) here is the steps for TX 4.3 root & deodex for LB
1. Go to CWM and do all wipes (data, cache, dalvik)
2. Flash TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip. Dont reboot!!! Stay in recovery!!!
3. Flash UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.93.zip. Dont reboot!!! Stay in recovery!!!
4. Go to Advenced menu and choose Power OFF!!!! Dont turn on your phone!!!!
5. Start Flashtool and press flash/flashmode then choose Xperia_TX_LT29i 9.2.A.0.295 USA kernelonly.ftf, press flash and when the guide window popups up conect your phone to PC with holding Volume Down (-) button.
6. boot up your phone!!!
Now you have Root 'n' Deodex
CWM installation
1. In developer options on your phone check on the "USB debugging mode" (if you dont know how to enter to dev. opt. go to about menu in settings and tap around 7 times the build number stroke!!! then go out to settings and the dev. option will shown upper about menu!!!!)
2. Security menu check on "unknown seurces"
3. Extract XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.installer.zip, then conect your phone to PC and start the .bat inside folder!
4. When the cmd comes up and your phone conected press 1, now look at your phone and press "OK"
Downloads:
For SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67):
Flashtool: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
Rooting file for SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67): https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
CWM for SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67): https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
One problem on CWM!!! You can use just sdcard1!!! You cant flash from phone own memory sdcard0!!!
But for normal CWM you can try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2657190
For SXTX JB 4.3 firmware (295):
Deodexed TX LT29i 4.3 295: https://disk.yandex.ua/public/?hash=...ZP4Xa7qV0m0=
Kernel only for TX LT29i 4.3 295: https://disk.yandex.ua/public/?hash=...ALGDJmmVn5M=
SuperUser v1.93: http://forum.xda-developers.com/devd...ct/dl/?id=4204
And for CWM: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
Rken09 said:
One problem on CWM!!! You can use just sdcard1!!! You cant flash from phone own memory sdcard0!!!
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With Philz Recovery, flashing from both Sdcards works fine.
doable for 9.2.A.1.215?
Antiga Prime said:
Before unlocking your bootloader, I'd backup my TA partition which backs up your DRM keys. If you don't do that, you'll lose them forever (AFAIK), which means no more Bravia Engine. Look for "Backup-TA-9.10" in XDA and/or Google. You need root to do this, which means you'd have to go back to 4.1.2, because there are no methods currently available for rooting 4.3 without an unlocked bootloader.
Once you do that, or if you don't care, and you do upgrade back up to 4.3, flash this kernel, which comes with two recoveries, and then flash any custom ROM you want.
Although, if you do go back to 4.1.2 in order to backup your TA partition, then you can easily root 4.1.2, install CWM, and flash your custom ROM from there, no need to go back up to 4.3.
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Hi bro, got a question on this part. I also would like to explore for custom ROM but loss at this part. FYI currently my Xperia Tx running on 4.3 jellybean with 9.2.A.1.215 kernel.
Basically what should i do to proceed with the installation of CM? I have rooted and unlock boatloader, but failed to enter to recovery mode. Pls advise bro.
Thanks,
hi, my phone is xperia sp 5303, I root it and unlock bootloader too.The version soft now in my phone is "android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod ver 11-20140120-unofficial-huashan".
So now I want to get back with stock rom that lastest firmware of sony : Sony Xperia SP Receiving Firmware Update 12.1.A.1.201, What should I do now ? I don't want to become a "brick" .
newbiexperia5303 said:
hi, my phone is xperia sp 5303, I root it and unlock bootloader too.The version soft now in my phone is "android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod ver 11-20140120-unofficial-huashan".
So now I want to get back with stock rom that lastest firmware of sony : Sony Xperia SP Receiving Firmware Update 12.1.A.1.201, What should I do now ? I don't want to become a "brick" .
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1. Flash official .266 via Flashtool
2. Lock bootloader (=recover TA partition) if you want (if you want you warranty back)
3. Flash OTA .201 update (if you recieve one) or .201 FTF file (if already someone uploaded it) (its only small update. For me about 12MB)
smogf said:
1. Flash official .266 via Flashtool
2. Lock bootloader (=recover TA partition) if you want (if you want you warranty back)
3. Flash OTA .201 update (if you recieve one) or .201 FTF file (if already someone uploaded it) (its only small update. For me about 12MB)
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1. Flash official .266 via Flashtool.
- My phone was rooted and unlock bootloader and runing rom cook now. It's no problem if I flash it with Official.266 ? (can I flash via CMW ?)
3. Flash OTA .201 update (if you recieve one) or .201 FTF file (if already someone uploaded it) (its only small update. For me about 12MB)
- I downloaded this file by my Laptop and it not 12MB, exactly it's C5303_12.1.A.1.201_CH.zip - 760.3 MB (760.3 mb) and this is the link : "http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2703651"
You have a ftf file with whole system. You don't have to flash. 266 and then update. You can flash. 201 direct. Its not only small ota update. Its complet firmware so you can flash it without any previous version. You will loose root, but when you have unlocked bootloader you can root easily every firmware.
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smogf said:
You have a ftf file with whole system. You don't have to flash. 266 and then update. You can flash. 201 direct. Its not only small ota update. Its complet firmware so you can flash it without any previous version. You will loose root, but when you have unlocked bootloader you can root easily every firmware.
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Sir, I tried but fail.
- first I copy . 201 zip file into SD card. .0turn off the phone, next go back with volum button up goto the CWM recovery v 6.0.4.6.
chose install zip then selet file .201 from sd card so push power button. But fail (the Icon android fall down with red triangle appear)
the information said that:
"
-- installing : /storage/sdcard1/C5303_12.1.A.1.201_CH.zip
finding update package.....
Opening update package......
installing update........
installation aborted."
how do I do now ?
Maybe old recovery. Maybe sth else. I don't know. Didn't try it so far.
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Now I can use computer not phone.
As was said. Its a FTF file not recovery zip update. Extract the file and you will recieve a ftf file which you have to used with Flashtool. Just read first post from your link. And think a little.
smogf said:
Maybe old recovery. Maybe sth else. I don't know. Didn't try it so far.
Wysłane z mojego C5303 przy użyciu Tapatalka
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Now I can use computer not phone.
As was said. Its a FTF file not recovery zip update. Extract the file and you will recieve a ftf file which you have to used with Flashtool. Just read first post from your link. And think a little.
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I done succesful with flash in win xp sp3. But I find small mistake, I can't find Debug usb option in .201 version?
newbiexperia5303 said:
I done succesful with flash in win xp sp3. But I find small mistake, I can't find Debug usb option in .201 version?
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Beacuse you need to become a developer to get developer options.
Just "click" five (or more) times on system version in Settings -> Phone Info - then you will get Developer Options Menu.
newbiexperia5303 said:
hi, my phone is xperia sp 5303, I root it and unlock bootloader too.The version soft now in my phone is "android 4.4.2 CyanogenMod ver 11-20140120-unofficial-huashan".
So now I want to get back with stock rom that lastest firmware of sony : Sony Xperia SP Receiving Firmware Update 12.1.A.1.201, What should I do now ? I don't want to become a "brick" .
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since you are on unlocked bootloader u can't use ota or PCC or SUS for updating ur device, u get failed or bricked
best way is to use .ftf and flash it with flash tools, u can check or uncheck some wipes to keep ur data or use back-up programs (eg: Titanium Backup) and do a clean install and then restore ur data
don't use integrated program, it sometimes fail to restore different back-ups
Read my how to about flashing stock roms with flashtool. See link below!
Sir, can I ask you a little problem.? When I want to instal app to sd card, My phone was'nt rooted. I did step by step flowing this link : http://www.instructables.com/id/How-to-install-apps-onto-your-SD-Card-No-Root/.
Every thing allright, But after all I didn't find "Move to usb storage" option like about link ?. what's wrong? My sd card is ntfs format.(not fat 32).
Hello everybody !
To begin with, I'm sorry for my bad english, I'm french.
I'm looking for, since a long time, how to root my firmware 205 with a locked bootloader to install ROM custom for example.
I tried the app towelroot but it not works : my phone stops running.
If somebody can explain me or can let me a link toward a tuto, it should be great !
Thanks a lot.
Hi
This is my step/procedure to ROOT and repair your firmware. I hope it will help you. I COMPILE IT FOR EASY UNDERSTANDING. DO AT YOU OWN RISK. I ASSUME YOUR DEVICE IS C5303
There is several way how to repair your firmware
Way 1
Go to setting>Backup and reset>Factory data reset [Internal data loss will happen]
Way 2
Dial *#*#7378423#*#*. Go to customization setting. You can factory default or reset. [Internal data loss will happen]
Way 3
1. Use flashtool and here the link to download the latest http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
2. Download firmware https://mega.co.nz/#!8AJhGDIS!YSYbbEg_-4HXo7w9Na5ttRBQOp5F_prt07UEaiZRxHU This is Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean 12.0.A.2.254_CE or you can get latest firmware at
3. Install flash tool (don’t change file/folder destination) and it driver (go to c>flashtool>drivers) tick all to be safe. For windows 8 go here ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2095087 ) to install driver.
4. Place download firmware in the firmware folder (go to c > flashtool > firmwares)
5. After you get all the flash tool and firmware. Now you are ready to install firmware. Open flashtool according to your pc (x32 or x64).
6. Click the thunder icon.
7. Tick flashmode.
8. Choose the firmware you download.
9. Click flash. Remember all the menu on the right you must not disturb unless you are advanced user.
10. Turn off the phone. Connect usb to the pc. Hold the volume down without let it go. Connect the other side of the usb to the phone while holding the volume down button. Then let it go after you see some progress in the flash tool.
11. Now your phone is back to default.
Let root your phone
Go to this link to root http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405933. This only for 12.0.A.2.245 / 254 firmware.
Go to this link to install latest recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2649923 . These recovery is needed to install any custom locked bootloader rom.
Now you have root phone. If you want to install custom rom please go to these link http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/development and http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/orig-development
PLEASE REMEMBER DO NOT FLASH UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER ROM AND ITS KERNAL SINCE YOUR PHONE STILL NOT UNLOCKED.
CREDIT TO ~DOOMLORD~neroyoung~mrjraider~dssmex~ FOR MAKE MY LIFE EASIER
HIT THANK BUTTON IF IT HELP YOU AND SORRY FOR MY BAD ENGLISH.
...or you could just flash a pre-rooted 205 rom (for locked bootloader) from the development section...
pure, existenz. etc
headache59 said:
...or you could just flash a pre-rooted 205 rom (for locked bootloader) from the development section...
pure, existenz. etc
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His phone are not root yet and does not have recovery so how does he want to flash pre-rooted 205 rom? Futhermore his phone stop running.
I have used towelroot
Installed supersu from olay store and it worked just fine
Stock
205 i have
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Just use towelroot, it's quick and painless.
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