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What can I do, with a rooted but bootlocked device?

HELLO XDA :good:
I have a rooted, but bootlocked Xperia T.
I was just wondering, what fun things can I do with it?
I can't install CMW or anything, so isn't flashing things impossible?
Anything would be nice!

Lankan_1 said:
HELLO XDA :good:
I have a rooted, but bootlocked Xperia T.
I was just wondering, what fun things can I do with it?
I can't install CMW or anything, so isn't flashing things impossible?
Anything would be nice!
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you can install cmw on a rooted phone running 7.0.A.1.303 firmware, and you can flash that firmware with flashtool. Read the all in one thread from my signature.
Also, I must ask, why did you root if you didnt know what to do with it? You have just killed your warrenty for no reason..oh well.
What you can do with rooted and locked bootloader
Remove bloatware/debrand phone
Gain access to system partition
install cmw (In 303 Firmware)
Flash stock based roms like mine (Find in my signature) Its 195 based so you will be rooted and still have cmw and be on 7.0.A.3.195

gregbradley said:
you can install cmw on a rooted phone running 7.0.A.1.303 firmware, and you can flash that firmware with flashtool. Read the all in one thread from my signature.
Also, I must ask, why did you root if you didnt know what to do with it? You have just killed your warrenty for no reason..oh well.
What you can do with rooted and locked bootloader
Remove bloatware/debrand phone
Gain access to system partition
install cmw (In 303 Firmware)
Flash stock based roms like mine (Find in my signature) Its 195 based so you will be rooted and still have cmw and be on 7.0.A.3.195
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Rooted it for Titanium Backup.
Just checked, and I'm running 7.0.A.1.303 Could I flash CWM using flashtool?
Thanks!

Lankan_1 said:
Rooted it for **********/Titanium Backup.
Just checked, and I'm running 7.0.A.1.303 Could I flash CWM using flashtool?
Thanks!
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remove the reference to that warez please.
Ok, fair enough
Read the instructions in the thread for CMW for locked bootloaders. FInd a link to it in the all in one thread from my signature or just do a search
It is NOT flashed with flashtool...
And no need to say thanks, if you feel the need to say thanks, just press the button...thats what it is there for

[Q] Tried to flash ROM, now stuck on Sony logo

Hi all.
Have run into a bit of trouble.
Tried to flash PAC Man rom (Unlocked bootloader, running rooted stock 4.4.2).
I did as instructions stated, went to flash ZIPS (including pac_honami-nightly-20140330.zip) from external SD card using TWRP, after wiping everything (except my external SD card).
Received an Error message stating 'Failed', in red. Something about system.
I did a reboot, now stuck on Sony logo and cannot access CWM or TWRP.
Would really appreciate any help. Arrrgh!
Thanks kindly.
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EDIT: I assume I can flash another firmware using flashtool. Can I just re-flash NUT's rooted .681 firmware?

groperfish said:
Hi all.
EDIT: I assume I can flash another firmware using flashtool. Can I just re-flash NUT's rooted .681 firmware?
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You can flash a stock firmware with flashtool and start over

groperfish said:
I did as instructions stated, went to flash ZIPS (including pac_honami-nightly-20140330.zip) from external SD card using TWRP, after wiping everything (except my external SD card).
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Did you install the right kernel?

XperienceD said:
Did you install the right kernel?
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Here I am showing my ignorance. I followed the instructions here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2478003).
I assume the nightly .Zip I (tried) to flash was the kernel...(pac_honami-nightly-20140330.zip)?

The kernel should already be in the .zip so i don't think its a problem with the kernel. Just to make sure, check if there's a boot.img in the .zip file and are you on a c6902?

Ahki767 said:
The kernel should already be in the .zip so i don't think its a problem with the kernel. Just to make sure, check if there's a boot.img in the .zip file and are you on a c6902?
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Thanks Ahki. There's a boot.img in the zip file and I am on a C6903.
Have managed to flash .534 ftf, now I need to get back my IMEI (I did backup TA previously).
Thanks for your help. Wish me luck!
EDIT: any tutorials on how to restore TA? I can't find anything. Head is swirling. :-|

groperfish said:
Thanks Ahki. There's a boot.img in the zip file and I am on a C6903.
Have managed to flash .534 ftf, now I need to get back my IMEI (I did backup TA previously).
Thanks for your help. Wish me luck!
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Good luck man :good:
If you need anymore help, just ask

Ahki767 said:
The kernel should already be in the .zip so i don't think its a problem with the kernel.
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If it's not flashed the kernel then it will be so would install it using fastboot to be sure.

XperienceD said:
If it's not flashed the kernel then it will be so would install it using fastboot to be sure.
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Hi guys. Sorry for the likely inane questions.
Is there anyway to get my IMEI back without reverting to .534 root, then getting to .290 root? I cannot download the .534 NUT firmware in time (it says it will be 3 weeks to download the torrent and I really can't wait that long...)
Can I just install a pre-rooted .290 firmware, given that my bootloader is unlocked?

groperfish said:
Hi guys. Sorry for the likely inane questions.
Is there anyway to get my IMEI back without reverting to .534 root, then getting to .290 root? I cannot download the .534 NUT firmware in time (it says it will be 3 weeks to download the torrent and I really can't wait that long...)
Can I just install a pre-rooted .290 firmware, given that my bootloader is unlocked?
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If I remember correctly, I think you have to downgrade to .534 to get IMEI back or to the previous version before you flashed the pac rom. Download the stocks ftf from here instead of nuts

Ahki767 said:
If I remember correctly, I think you have to downgrade to .534 to get IMEI back or to the previous version before you flashed the pac rom. Download the stocks ftf from here instead of nuts
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I did flash (after PAC's went awry) to .534, stock. That was when the IMEI was lost.
I did read somewhere that a locally branded firmware might get back IMEI.. Giving a .237 Netherlands firmware a try....
I hope I haven't bricked this phone...
EDIT: worked. IMEI back after flashing local firmware.
Man that was stressful!
Thank you for help guys. Really appreciated.

[Q] Root Android 4.4.2

Hi.
I bought a New Sony Xperia Z1 that came with Android 4.4.2 KitKat installed.I have been trying to find a way to root the phone in order to install SDFix to remove the External SD card limitation (if there is any other way to remove the limitation please let me know). My problem is that I have followed instructions as to how to do the downgrade to root and still have no good results (Newbie here) or only see posts for devices that were previously rooted or had JB installed . Can someone guide me in the right direction please?

22 times this week
Flash a FTF ending .534 (From the FTF mega collection thread) using flashtool (Flashtool.net)
Install dual recovery (Cross development thread) (no need to root)
Flash SuperSU (From chainfire)
Flash a 4.4 pre rooted rom (Development thread)

Have the tools
gregbradley said:
22 times this week
Flash a FTF ending .534 (From the FTF mega collection thread) using flashtool (Flashtool.net)
Install dual recovery (Cross development thread) (no need to root)
Flash SuperSU (From chainfire)
Flash a 4.4 pre rooted rom (Development thread)
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I have the FTF .534 (Android 4.2.2)
I have the flashtool
I have the Z1 drivers
I don't know how to install the "Dual recovery" where is the thread?
I downloaded SuperSU
I have the 4.4.2 Room but its a zip that requires TWRP (I think and since phone is not rooted, I cant use it.
I have never rooted a phone this is kinda new to me

gregbradley said:
Install dual recovery (Cross development thread) (no need to root)
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Mill2002 said:
I don't know how to install the "Dual recovery" where is the thread?
I downloaded SuperSU
I have the 4.4.2 Room but its a zip that requires TWRP (I think and since phone is not rooted, I cant use it.
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Both questions are answered in my original post
dual recovery is in the cross development thread.
You do not need root to install it, it will install CMW, Philz and TWRP recovery...

Thanks
gregbradley said:
Both questions are answered in my original post
dual recovery is in the cross development thread.
You do not need root to install it, it will install CMW, Philz and TWRP recovery...
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Is there a link to your post? maybe I missed it and need to read a little more
Thanks

Mill2002 said:
Is there a link to your post? maybe I missed it and need to read a little more
Thanks
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Its the second post in this thread.....I quoted it in the one you have just read...
Look in the cross device development thread for dual recovery....
http://prntscr.com/36frvq
Please let me know how you get on

I don't understand? ..all is in the same page of How Root 4.4 . (681)...it is so badly configured that page?

Thanks
Hey Greg. thanks, let me checkout the link and see if I can do it... will keep posted

[Q] xperia z1 root 4.4.

hello at all
I would like my xperia z1 c6093 roote, is unfortunately very bad english, I would especially not crash my phone the theme is extensive ,it would be nice if it could explain conclusively me a how exactly should I step in my fall
I do use this tutorial
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=c4GAXBR5ZJc&feature=youtu.be
1. i have to downgrade to 4.2.2 and use the binary ? from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
]qeustion: wich is the right firmware to downgrade ? i downgrade one time to 4.3 with the generic DE so i take 4.2. generic de ?
2. http://www.directupload.net/file/d/3612/qhl75pd6_png.
question wich dualrecovery zip i take ?? cause in dont know the bootloader thing...
and for last can use the tutorial 1:1 with right ftf and right dual recovery ?
would b very nice if anyone help me

No,
First post in the correct section. I have asked the mods to move this so don't worry
Now I will ANSWER your QUESTION
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)

gregbradley said:
No,
First post in the correct section. I have asked the mods to move this so don't worry
Now I will ANSWER your QUESTION
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
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Hey @gregbradley
i have gone through your many post....first of all thanx for all the help to us noobs.
and yet again i am going to ask you the same question.
how can i root my xperia z1 c6902 it is right now on 4.4.2 14.3.A.0.757,
from what i read i understand:
i need to install 534 ftf using flashtool.
here i am worried about losing IMEI number as some users have reported i am planning to flash this ftf https://mega.co.nz/#!Oxxk1Lqb!MC-coFtjIJxxeBRlQYY94CCL7WM4yBgLJNY17iQKf7o
from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52191279&postcount=2
is it safe??
secondly when will i take the TA backup i read that i require root for it. so i guess after i flash 534 i do the step 2
i am going to repeat the steps given here
Make sure you have USB debugging turned ON.
download Z1-lockeddualrecovery[VERSION]-BETA.installer.zip from http://nut.xperia-files.com
Windows:
unpack at C: or somewhere you will remember!
navigate to the resulting directory and look for install.bat, double click it to run;
Your phone WILL reboot when installation has completed and it will go into the default recovery for the first boot.
Reboot to system from recovery to allow the installer to clean up after installation (it is safe to skip this step).
Enjoy DUAL RECOVERY!
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and finally where i am goin to flash the latest that is .757 from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711982
i hope i wont brick my device or lose warrenty over these steps. and when do i make TA backup
thanx a lot for any help

goldsmit409 said:
Hey @gregbradley
i have gone through your many post....first of all thanx for all the help to us noobs.
and yet again i am going to ask you the same question.
how can i root my xperia z1 c6902 it is right now on 4.4.2 14.3.A.0.757,
from what i read i understand:
i need to install 534 ftf using flashtool.
here i am worried about losing IMEI number as some users have reported i am planning to flash this ftf https://mega.co.nz/#!Oxxk1Lqb!MC-coFtjIJxxeBRlQYY94CCL7WM4yBgLJNY17iQKf7o
from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=52191279&postcount=2
is it safe??
secondly when will i take the TA backup i read that i require root for it. so i guess after i flash 534 i do the step 2
i am going to repeat the steps given here
and finally where i am goin to flash the latest that is .757 from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711982
i hope i wont brick my device or lose warrenty over these steps. and when do i make TA backup
thanx a lot for any help
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Look, I have given the instructions, please follow them then ask questions
yes you will lose IMEI when you flash 534, but you will get it back when you flash a 757 rom
why are you bothering with a TA backup...ae you unlocking the bootloader? did I say to back it up? no...just follow the three steps I said

gregbradley said:
No,
First post in the correct section. I have asked the mods to move this so don't worry
Now I will ANSWER your QUESTION
1) Flash any FTF file ending in 534 (Find files and instructions in the mega collection thread in the general section)
2) Install the latest dual recovery (Find files and instructions in the XZDR dual recovery in the the cross device development section)
3) Install a pre rooted 4.4 ROM of your choice (Find files and instructions in the development section)
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gregbradley said:
Look, I have given the instructions, please follow them then ask questions
yes you will lose IMEI when you flash 534, but you will get it back when you flash a 757 rom
why are you bothering with a TA backup...ae you unlocking the bootloader? did I say to back it up? no...just follow the three steps I said
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so i do only the 3 steps i will be right no need to worry about IMEI??
Thnx

goldsmit409 said:
so i do only the 3 steps i will be right no need to worry about IMEI??
Thnx
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http://prntscr.com/3gjkrn
I think I was clear here...

Already done,im happy it works like a beast. Thx to all and this forum!!

[Q] Just need root access on Xperia SP (BL Locked)

Hi,
Guys, I just need root access on my Xperia SP (C5302). I'm not interested in installing custom ROMs. If there's a method to achieve it, please post it or a link that would help me. The bootloader is locked and the build is .201.
I tried few vRoot and Kingo, but none helped.
Again, I just need root access.
Thanks in advance.

codeon said:
Hi,
Guys, I just need root access on my Xperia SP (C5302). I'm not interested in installing custom ROMs. If there's a method to achieve it, please post it or a link that would help me. The bootloader is locked and the build is .201.
I tried few vRoot and Kingo, but none helped.
Again, I just need root access.
Thanks in advance.
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You can't just root 201 without unlocked bootloader. With lb you'll have to flash prerooted stock ROM
Verstuurd vanaf mijn C5303 met Tapatalk

Downgrade back to 4.1.2 and Root it. From there you can install a recovery and flash pre rooted 201 ROM..

mrjraider said:
Downgrade back to 4.1.2 and Root it. From there you can install a recovery and flash pre rooted 201 ROM..
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Thanks for the response. Could you tell me the steps on how to downgrade it? It would be really helpful.
Thank you!

See my guide below about flashing with flashtool

mrjraider said:
See my guide below about flashing with flashtool
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Thanks again for the response. I was wondering that I may lose the data during the process. How to backup the data. I mean is it possible to flash a backup on BL locked XSP?

No you can flash and untick the wipes (also mentioned in my tut) but with the backup and restore app from sony (installed on stock rom etc) you can backup and restore aswel..

mrjraider said:
No you can flash and untick the wipes (also mentioned in my tut) but with the backup and restore app from sony (installed on stock rom etc) you can backup and restore aswel..
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I downloaded ftf file from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51706136&postcount=161
But, turns out the android version was still 4.3.
Could you help me out with the link for 4.1.2 file.
Thanks for all the help.

See the Stock download ftf thread. There are many links in there

mrjraider said:
See the Stock download ftf thread. There are many links in there
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Apparently, I downloaded it from that thread itself. Anyways, I'll give it another try.

All the information regarding the type and version of the ftf is mentioned