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(SOLVED) Phone disconnects from flashmode shortly after connecting.

Hey guys
I am trying to flash the generic UK rom on my Xperia Z using flashtool but it gets stuck at 0%, It doesn't even flash anything the phone stays intact. Does anyone know how to sort this?

smash_07 said:
Hey guys
I am trying to flash the generic UK rom on my Xperia Z using flashtool but it gets stuck at 0%, It doesn't even flash anything the phone stays intact. Does anyone know how to sort this?
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Which version of flashtool are you using?
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gire.prasad said:
Which version of flashtool are you using?
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I'm using flashtool 0.9.10.1 on Windows 8 64-bit.
EDIT: Here's a log that may help
19/002/2013 04:02:35 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
19/002/2013 04:02:35 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.1 built on 2013-01-09 19:49:47
19/002/2013 04:02:35 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them
19/002/2013 04:02:40 - INFO - Device disconnected
19/003/2013 04:03:05 - INFO - Selected C6603_Generic Uk_No Branding.ftf
19/003/2013 04:03:05 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
19/005/2013 04:05:46 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Reading device information
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Current device : C6603 - CB5A1PKLNS - 1270-6350_R8A - 1269-5309_10.1.A.1.350 - GLOBAL-LTE_10.1.A.1.350
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Start Flashing
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Processing loader
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Checking header
19/006/2013 04:06:02 - INFO - Flashing data
(It doesn't get pass this step and stays at 0%)

I found out that i was not using the Beta5 version which is the one indicated for the Xperia Z and now im facing a different problem,
The phone doesn't stay in flashmode for more than some 30 seconds, then it disconnects and boots normally and i still can't flash the phone.

smash_07 said:
I found out that i was not using the Beta5 version which is the one indicated for the Xperia Z and now im facing a different problem,
The phone doesn't stay in flashmode for more than some 30 seconds, then it disconnects and boots normally and i still can't flash the phone.
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Yes it is, it happens for all xperia models
Ll give you the idea
1. Install flashtool beta 5
2. Install Xperia Z flashmode and fastboot drivers from drivers folder of flashtool installation directory
3. Copy the ftf to firmwares folder
4. Don't connect the phone, now flash the ftf and wait till it prepares the files for flashing (believe me this WILL take a while)
5. Now when it asks to connect after preparing, switch off the device and connect by pressing the volume down button
6. Now it starts! Solved?
Press THANKS if I helped!
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gire.prasad said:
Yes it is, it happens for all xperia models
Ll give you the idea
1. Install flashtool beta 5
2. Install Xperia Z flashmode and fastboot drivers from drivers folder of flashtool installation directory
3. Copy the ftf to firmwares folder
4. Don't connect the phone, now flash the ftf and wait till it prepares the files for flashing (believe me this WILL take a while)
5. Now when it asks to connect after preparing, switch off the device and connect by pressing the volume down button
6. Now it starts! Solved?
Press THANKS if I helped!
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Thank you for that guide
I followed your steps but the same happens, phone disconnects from flashmode to boot normally. I even tried using a Windows 7 pc but same issue.
However, if I use SUS phone remains connected and the process runs well. If i connect with flashtool (or without any programme at all) it will disconnect after some seconds,

smash_07 install pc companion and go through the steps for doing a software repair it will install the drivers, as the drivers dont always install properly from the flashtool drivers folder even though it says there installed, once the s1 boot drivers have installed cancel the software repair and then open flashtool and go through the normal steps and you should find it'll start flashing the software for you, as I had problems like you until I did what I posted, also make sure there is no other sony apps running as that can stop the flash from starting.
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smash_07 said:
Thank you for that guide
I followed your steps but the same happens, phone disconnects from flashmode to boot normally. I even tried using a Windows 7 pc but same issue.
However, if I use SUS phone remains connected and the process runs well. If i connect with flashtool (or without any programme at all) it will disconnect after some seconds,
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Confused, it is normal that it gets disconnected after some time but it is so peculiar that it disconnects so fast! Try the solution posted by the other guy and share the solution, ll figure out another way if it fails
Ps: Before starting flashtool make sure that adb isn't running. Open task manager in windows, kill adb.exe if present and then open flashtool, follow the guide I posted earlier and when the part comes that the preparation of files is complete and when you connect your device, make sure that none of sony related apps are running (sus, pcc, emma). If they do, EXIT them first (closing them will minimise them to system tray so exit them from there). This also can be done before opening flashtool.
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I did all you suggested but in the end i get always the same result, phone disconnects from flashboot shortly after connecting, eccept inside Sony Update Service or PC Companion.
I unistalled all the drivers, even Sony's apps a reinstalled PC companion to install the drivers again. I used another pc with Windows 7 32bits and I get the same behavior, disconnects from flashmode in about 30 seconds.
I'm starting to think that there's someting wrong with the phone itself, which i hope not.

smash_07 said:
I did all you suggested but in the end i get always the same result, phone disconnects from flashboot shortly after connecting, eccept inside Sony Update Service or PC Companion.
I unistalled all the drivers, even Sony's apps a reinstalled PC companion to install the drivers again. I used another pc with Windows 7 32bits and I get the same behavior, disconnects from flashmode in about 30 seconds.
I'm starting to think that there's someting wrong with the phone itself, which i hope not.
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Where do you see the percentage when flashing?
I made a tutorial on HOW TO FLASH STOCK ROMs WITH FLASHTOOL and I don't see the percentage. It justs tells me that flashing is complete.

shadowboy23 said:
Where do you see the percentage when flashing?
I made a tutorial on HOW TO FLASH STOCK ROMs WITH FLASHTOOL and I don't see the percentage. It justs tells me that flashing is complete.
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The issue has changed now, the percentage was because i was not using the correct flashtool version for the the Z.
The problem now is the phone disconnecting from flashmode in about 30 secs after connecting and flashtool never gets to start flashing it,
EDIT: Changed the thread title to reflect the new issue now.

smash_07 said:
The issue has changed now, the percentage was because i was not using the correct flashtool version for the the Z.
The problem now is the phone disconnecting from flashmode in about 30 secs after connecting and flashtool never gets to start flashing it,
EDIT: Changed the thread title to reflect the new issue now.
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Have you installed the driver using the flashtool? Not talking about the PC companion driver?

shadowboy23 said:
Have you installed the driver using the flashtool? Not talking about the PC companion driver?
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I tried both ways, with the flashtool drivers and pc companion ones.

Am confused, 30 secs is more than enough to start the flashing process, are you saying that the flashing doesn't start in 30 secs? If so, that's why I told you not to connect the phone at start and after the preparation of files is complete and when it asks you to connect, try connecting and immediately the process should begin. Even if you have connected the device before, no probs. Flashtool don't need the phone till preparation of files is complete, so you disconnect whenever befor you want, the time where it pops a popup asking you to connect the device (shows an animation) is where you should properly conmect and leave it aside. It will and it should start immediately
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Got the problem!
It was the firmware package that is corrupted. I tried using the UK .434 instead and it flashed with no problems or hickups. So the drivers and the phone were working well all along and the problem was where we less expected, in the firmware package.
I got the UK .350 firmware from here so there must be an error that has to be addressed with it.
Many thanks for your help

Glad you made it, cheers!
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I found that running the 32 bit version of Flashtool solves the problem as well.

me too but my phone is TX, using flashtool 0.9.19.8

Hi all, if anyone is having trouble flashing with flash tool because usb debugging isn't enabled error then do this procedure.......
1. Dowload latest flash tool 0.9.18.8 and also version 0.6.6
2. Try use the latest version first to Flash the tft rom. NOTE: remember the file it has error flashing e.g on my experia sp file system.sin was not able to Flash bcoz usb debugging error (enable usb debugging and unknown sources) ALL THE REST of the files flashed ok!
3.try flash again the rom but this time tick system.sin (or error file) in flashtool to exclude it from flashing. Make sure all other files are included. Also tick all wipe caches options and flash rom without system.sin (or error file).
4. Flash procedure will work. Now disconnect phone and leave it off without restarting it.
5. Uninstall flashtool latest version 0.9.18.8 and install flashtool 0.6.6 old version and open it to Flash the same rom BUT THIS TIME only select the system.sin file (or error file) to be flashed and rest excluded. Make sure all wipe options in flashtool are enabled and Flash! THE FLASH WILL WORK WITHOUT USB DEBUGGING ERROR and your phone will be fixed!
Press thanks if it helped!

hey i am having same problem with sony xperia m dual c2004. During flashing in flashtool 0.9.13-22 all version tried i got same error 31 (A device attached is not functioning). Problem is my device auto disconnect after 30 second and reconnect in 3 second and this process goes in loop. On usb connect green led blink once and than no light for 30 second. My device is not functioning it has bootloop issue. Tried ftf files version 15.1.A.1.5 and 15.1.A.2.5 both give same results. Is this a hardware problem or i am doing some mistake. Please give me solution i am new here. Thanks in advance...

[Q] installing Device Error. Flashtool

Hey guys,
I have an Xperia TL running At&T's firmware and I wanted to flash Xperia T's firmware using flashtool. The problem here is that the drivers are not being installed, and I get this
{
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"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
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and when I try to flash Xperia T's firmware I get this from Flashtool:
25/015/2013 15:15:45 - ERROR -
25/015/2013 15:15:45 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
can anyone help me out here?
btw... am running windows 8
Thanks!

FRKD said:
Hey guys,
I have an Xperia TL running At&T's firmware and I wanted to flash Xperia T's firmware using flashtool. The problem here is that the drivers are not being installed, and I get this
and when I try to flash Xperia T's firmware I get this from Flashtool:
25/015/2013 15:15:45 - ERROR -
25/015/2013 15:15:45 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
can anyone help me out here?
btw... am running windows 8
Thanks!
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did u try change ur usb port? for my example, my USB 3.0 are not able detect my phone, but change to USB 2.0 work perfectly

emperror123 said:
did u try change ur usb port? for my example, my USB 3.0 are not able detect my phone, but change to USB 2.0 work perfectly
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oh... didn't think of that. my PC only has 3.0.... i guess i'll have to try it on a different computer.... Thanks!

FRKD said:
Hey guys,
I have an Xperia TL running At&T's firmware and I wanted to flash Xperia T's firmware using flashtool. The problem here is that the drivers are not being installed, and I get this........
Thanks!
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Flashtool's drivers will fail when installing on Windows 8. This is because Windows 8 has some driver verification crap. To turn this feature off, go to the bottom-right corner of your screen to get that stupid bar to appear. Click Settings. Then at the very bottom, choose "Change PC Settings". Then go to General. Then scroll it down to the bottom (Advanced start-up). This will require a restart to show you the options. Do that and you will see "Troubleshoot". Click it. Then "Advanced Options". Then "start-up settings". Then hit the Restart button (again - grrrrrr...) When you see the Startup Settings screen, you'll see option 7 is to disable the driver signature enforcement. Hit F7 to do it. Then it will boot into Win8. Now you can finallyrun the Flashtool Drivers install to install your drivers (flashmode, fastboot, the specific one for your phone, etc.) You will notice that it will ask you a few times if you're sure you want to install the unsigned drivers. Say yes. Once it's all done, restart the machine and you can flash away.

LaZiODROID said:
Flashtool's drivers will fail when installing on Windows 8. This is because Windows 8 has some driver verification crap. To turn this feature off, go to the bottom-right corner of your screen to get that stupid bar to appear. Click Settings. Then at the very bottom, choose "Change PC Settings". Then go to General. Then scroll it down to the bottom (Advanced start-up). This will require a restart to show you the options. Do that and you will see "Troubleshoot". Click it. Then "Advanced Options". Then "start-up settings". Then hit the Restart button (again - grrrrrr...) When you see the Startup Settings screen, you'll see option 7 is to disable the driver signature enforcement. Hit F7 to do it. Then it will boot into Win8. Now you can finallyrun the Flashtool Drivers install to install your drivers (flashmode, fastboot, the specific one for your phone, etc.) You will notice that it will ask you a few times if you're sure you want to install the unsigned drivers. Say yes. Once it's all done, restart the machine and you can flash away.
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Awesome that worked flawlessly!
I've installed the drivers but I still get this error log in flashtool:
Preparing files for flashing
27/044/2013 15:44:11 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
27/044/2013 15:44:23 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Start Flashing
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Processing loader
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Checking header
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Ending flash session
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - ERROR -
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
my device goes into flashmode for like 3 seconds and boots normally afterwards....... and my computer doesn't recognize my phone when it's in flashmode....
any ideas?
btw, my bootloader unlock status is NO. does that prevent me from flashing a different firmware?
thanks again

FRKD said:
Awesome that worked flawlessly!
I've installed the drivers but I still get this error log in flashtool:
Preparing files for flashing
27/044/2013 15:44:11 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
27/044/2013 15:44:23 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Start Flashing
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Processing loader
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Checking header
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - INFO - Ending flash session
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - ERROR -
27/044/2013 15:44:24 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
my device goes into flashmode for like 3 seconds and boots normally afterwards....... and my computer doesn't recognize my phone when it's in flashmode....
any ideas?
btw, my bootloader unlock status is NO. does that prevent me from flashing a different firmware?
thanks again
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Did you try change other USB port?
Answer: if USB port problem test every port u plug in if tat work perfectly then remember use tat port when u wan flash ur phone
If not, check your phone and see allow you to unlock?
If not allow to unlock mean u cannot use whatever tool to unlock ur phone follow below step to check
Dial *#*#7378423#*#*. Go to Service info → Configuration.
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes: bootloader is locked. Unlock possible.
Bootloader unlock allowed - No: bootloader is locked. Unlock impossible.
Bootloader unlock - Yes: bootloader is unlocked.
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"Bootloader unlock allowed: NO"
does that mean I can't flash a different firmware? Or even root?

FRKD said:
"Bootloader unlock allowed: NO"
does that mean I can't flash a different firmware? Or even root?
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Which mean u cannot unlock ur phone anymore and not able to root ur phone
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emperror123 said:
Which mean u cannot unlock ur phone anymore and not able to root ur phone
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I get that. But I can't flash any other firmware either?

FRKD said:
I get that. But I can't flash any other firmware either?
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You may try, but mostly cannot use other firmware since most of it need to be unlock
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emperror123 said:
Which mean u cannot unlock ur phone anymore and not able to root ur phone
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Wrong,
It just means you cannot unlock the bootloader.
You can still root, flash ftf, install recovery and flash stock based roms.
The only thing you cannot do is flash custom kernels, so Ron's like CM, MIUI, etc cannot be flashed as they require custom kernels
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Plus you do not even need to be rooted to flash ftf our use flash tool
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FRKD: Are you using the stock Sony usb cable that came with your phone? Mine will not flash FTF's successfully unless I'm using it.

LaZiODROID said:
FRKD: Are you using the stock Sony usb cable that came with your phone? Mine will not flash FTF's successfully unless I'm using it.
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Hmm I use Nokia USB cable and flash ftf successful
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gregbradley said:
Wrong,
It just means you cannot unlock the bootloader.
You can still root, flash ftf, install recovery and flash stock based roms.
The only thing you cannot do is flash custom kernels, so Ron's like CM, MIUI, etc cannot be flashed as they require custom kernels
Edit
Plus you do not even need to be rooted to flash ftf our use flash tool
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oh thank you! but why is it not working? I tried a different computer and got the same thing....
LaZiODROID said:
FRKD: Are you using the stock Sony usb cable that came with your phone? Mine will not flash FTF's successfully unless I'm using it.
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My stock cable doesn't work anymore... so I have to use a different one. I really hope that isn't the problem
emperror123 said:
Hmm I use Nokia USB cable and flash ftf successful
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I'll try different cables just to make sure
edit: I used different cables and same thing happened. the thing is that I don't get into flashmood just by pressing the volume down button and letting it go. that doesn't work. I have to press the down button then connect the cable then press the power button with the volume down button. and i get into flash mood for like 3-5 seconds only
Thanks guys

edit: I used different cables and same thing happened. the thing is that I don't get into flashmood just by pressing the volume down button and letting it go. that doesn't work. I have to press the down button then connect the cable then press the power button with the volume down button. and i get into flash mood for like 3-5 seconds only
Thanks guys
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OK, with the possibility that the cable or USB port *may* not be fully compatible for flashing FTF's, lets also check the following:
1) Are you certain that Sony PC Companion is not running in the background? I have heard that it can interfere with the operation. Check your system tray and also your Windows Task Manager to make sure it's not running.
2) Are you using the latest Flashtool version? There is a sticky in the Development forum ( here ) that has 0.9.11.0. If you don't have this version, I suggest uninstalling your current version, and installing this one. Also dont forget to install the 3 drivers from this version (Flashmode / Fastboot / Your Device).
3) Not sure if this is important, but - Have you installed Flashtool to a simple path? I have mine installed in C:\temp\flashtool
4) When flashing: You load the FTF in Flashtool, let it process whatever files it needs, and then it pops up a window to tell you to connect. To connect your phone in flashmode, make sure it is off, then hold the VolDown button, and while still holding it down, connect the USB cable to the phone. When you see in Flashtool that flashing has started, you can let go of the button.
I hope this helps.

LaZiODROID said:
OK, with the possibility that the cable or USB port *may* not be fully compatible for flashing FTF's, lets also check the following:
1) Are you certain that Sony PC Companion is not running in the background? I have heard that it can interfere with the operation. Check your system tray and also your Windows Task Manager to make sure it's not running.
2) Are you using the latest Flashtool version? There is a sticky in the Development forum ( here ) that has 0.9.11.0. If you don't have this version, I suggest uninstalling your current version, and installing this one. Also dont forget to install the 3 drivers from this version (Flashmode / Fastboot / Your Device).
3) Not sure if this is important, but - Have you installed Flashtool to a simple path? I have mine installed in C:\temp\flashtool
4) When flashing: You load the FTF in Flashtool, let it process whatever files it needs, and then it pops up a window to tell you to connect. To connect your phone in flashmode, make sure it is off, then hold the VolDown button, and while still holding it down, connect the USB cable to the phone. When you see in Flashtool that flashing has started, you can let go of the button.
I hope this helps.
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for the 1st USB port i agree what he said because my pc USB 2.0 only can flash my phone while USB 3.0 USB device not recognized
for the 4 may be u can see This

still not working....... even when I try the repair function on PC companion, my phone doesn't go into flashmode.....

FRKD said:
still not working....... even when I try the repair function on PC companion, my phone doesn't go into flashmode.....
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Hmm...is it possible the battery is dead? I remember having trouble flashing with very low % (it was a stupid move). I plugged the phone in (wall charger) overnight and it flashed fine the next day.
Also Im not sure if it was mentioned - what is the filename of the FTF youre trying to flash?
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FRKD said:
still not working....... even when I try the repair function on PC companion, my phone doesn't go into flashmode.....
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try not to flash ur phone with less than 50%, flash ur phone at least 80% of battery, because during flash your phone, the battery will drain very very fast

I tried flashing at 100% .....
Still nothing. U guys have any other suggestions?
just to add here, my device doesn't charge when turned off..... I think that's the problem. you guys think I should I send it to Sony for a fix?

xperia tx bricked

guys some one please help me . i installed http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44860224 in xperia tx and now i think its bricked. it shows only sony logo. afterthat its switching off again. please help me. is there a way to force flash rom?

First try to repair using PC Companion, if that doesn't work try to flash a stock ROM using Flashtool.
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romeoofair said:
guys some one please help me . i installed http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44860224 in xperia tx and now i think its bricked. it shows only sony logo. afterthat its switching off again. please help me. is there a way to force flash rom?
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Mad Marty said:
First try to repair using PC Companion, if that doesn't work try to flash a stock ROM using Flashtool.
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The advice to fix your problem by mad marty is correct. The error is because that rom only works with xperia T unless you flash a TX patch. It is all explained in the thread, reading is a great thing.

gregbradley said:
The advice to fix your problem by mad marty is correct. The error is because that rom only works with xperia T unless you flash a TX patch. It is all explained in the thread, reading is a great thing.
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bro but how to flash a rom . my phone is not even showing recovery mode. just showing sony logo and going off

romeoofair said:
bro but how to flash a rom . my phone is not even showing recovery mode. just showing sony logo and going off
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You use pccompanion or flashtool. You do not even have to turn the phone on for those to work.
Download pccompanion from sony website and follow the instructions to repair your phone.

gregbradley said:
You use pccompanion or flashtool. You do not even have to turn the phone on for those to work.
Download pccompanion from sony website and follow the instructions to repair your phone.
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pc companion not detecting phone

and i also cant turn on usb debugging mode to flash as it cannot turn on the phone

romeoofair said:
pc companion not detecting phone
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That's ok, just run the software update and choose the repair option when the update fails.
If that still does not work, then download flashtool from the very first post in the dev thread.
Install it.
run the drivers.exe file found in the installation path
choose flashmode, fastboot and TX drivers
then either
a) try pccomapanion again or
b) Flash a stock FTF file for the TX in flashtool

gregbradley said:
That's ok, just run the software update and choose the repair option when the update fails.
If that still does not work, then download flashtool from the very first post in the dev thread.
Install it.
run the drivers.exe file found in the installation path
choose flashmode, fastboot and TX drivers
then either
a) try pccomapanion again or
b) Flash a stock FTF file for the TX in flashtool
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bro this is what i am getting when i try to flash
27/035/2013 20:35:48 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized
27/035/2013 20:35:48 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.11.0 built on 2013-06-04 22:50:00
27/035/2013 20:35:53 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/036/2013 20:36:02 - INFO - Device disconnected
27/036/2013 20:36:09 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
27/036/2013 20:36:18 - INFO - Selected Xperia_TX / 9.1.B.1.67 / HK
27/036/2013 20:36:18 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing
27/036/2013 20:36:28 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.
27/036/2013 20:36:29 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
27/036/2013 20:36:29 - INFO - Reading device information
27/036/2013 20:36:51 - INFO - Unable to read from phone after having opened it.
27/036/2013 20:36:51 - INFO - trying to continue anyway
27/036/2013 20:36:51 - INFO - Start Flashing
27/036/2013 20:36:51 - INFO - Processing loader
27/036/2013 20:36:51 - INFO - Checking header
27/036/2013 20:36:52 - INFO - Ending flash session
27/036/2013 20:36:52 - ERROR - Error in processHeader : 995 : The I/O operation has been aborted because of either a thread exit or an application request.
27/036/2013 20:36:52 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
27/036/2013 20:36:52 - INFO - Device disconnected
27/037/2013 20:37:04 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging off
27/037/2013 20:37:04 - INFO - For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode
27/037/2013 20:37:37 - INFO - Log written to C:\Flashtool\flashtool_2013-08-27_08-35-48.log

gregbradley said:
That's ok, just run the software update and choose the repair option when the update fails.
If that still does not work, then download flashtool from the very first post in the dev thread.
Install it.
run the drivers.exe file found in the installation path
choose flashmode, fastboot and TX drivers
then either
a) try pccomapanion again or
b) Flash a stock FTF file for the TX in flashtool
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finally worked . thanks a lot bro

[Q] C6603 Driver Issues, Please Help!

So, I've flashed my Z previously, with Generic BE firmware, version 4.3.
I done this successfully, with no issues encountered. I've flashed previous handsets too, so not exactly a noob.
I'm now trying to flash the Generic ES version 4.4.2 to the device, because the BE update still hasn't arrived.
But every time I do, Flashtool tells me the drivers are missing. But they're not, I've installed them.
I've no idea what's going wrong. I've installed & re-installed the drivers at every flashing attempt, the latest 20140318 drivers.
I've installed the Flashmode & Xperia Z (and SO-02E) drivers, before flashing, but every time I try to flash, it tells me the drivers are missing...
Can anyone help or advise? It's unusual, because it's normally quite straightforward.
Thanks in advance.
Lemon

Lemonwilly said:
So, I've flashed my Z previously, with Generic BE firmware, version 4.3.
I done this successfully, with no issues encountered. I've flashed previous handsets too, so not exactly a noob.
I'm now trying to flash the Generic ES version 4.4.2 to the device, because the BE update still hasn't arrived.
But every time I do, Flashtool tells me the drivers are missing. But they're not, I've installed them.
I've no idea what's going wrong. I've installed & re-installed the drivers at every flashing attempt, the latest 20140318 drivers.
I've installed the Flashmode & Xperia Z (and SO-02E) drivers, before flashing, but every time I try to flash, it tells me the drivers are missing...
Can anyone help or advise? It's unusual, because it's normally quite straightforward.
Thanks in advance.
Lemon
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Download the latest version of flashtool from http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
navigate to the driver folder and install the fastboot and flash mode drivers.
open flash tool put your phone is fastboot it will install the latest drivers automatically.
After that you can flash 4.4.2 ftf

Thanks
androidtweaker1 said:
Download the latest version of flashtool from http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
navigate to the driver folder and install the fastboot and flash mode drivers.
open flash tool put your phone is fastboot it will install the latest drivers automatically.
After that you can flash 4.4.2 ftf
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Hey man, thanks for replying so quick, would like to get this done tonight.
In have the latest flashtool, I also tried installing the flashmode, fastboot & xperia z drivers to no avail.
But once I installed those drivers, from the 20140318 pack, I simply tried to flash the device.
So what you're saying is to;
*Install the drivers.
*Run fast boot mode.
*Then run flashmode.
I presume, as with flashing, I need to have the device turned off when attempting fast boot mode?
If you could confirm, thanks. I don't fancy any bricking or bootlooping, it's gettin late...!

Lemonwilly said:
Hey man, thanks for replying so quick, would like to get this done tonight.
In have the latest flashtool, I also tried installing the flashmode, fastboot & xperia z drivers to no avail.
But once I installed those drivers, from the 20140318 pack, I simply tried to flash the device.
So what you're saying is to;
*Install the drivers.
*Run fast boot mode.
*Then run flashmode.
I presume, as with flashing, I need to have the device turned off when attempting fast boot mode?
If you could confirm, thanks. I don't fancy any bricking or bootlooping, it's gettin late...!
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Okay, do this.
uninstall whatever flashtool version you are using at the moment.
follow the procedures that i had previously quoted.
download the latest ftf from here
open flashtool press the lightning button, select fastboot select the ftf file
put phone is flashmode turning off device, press volume down key and collect usb the process should start automatically.
PS: the latest version of flashtool is 19/04/2014
Link for 4.4.2 FTF https://mega.co.nz/#!YZgWXQSA!kdhia8TpqA5d-ZV2OI8fno66AgFDojUWNKzqjeVgy1E

Thanks, but...
androidtweaker1 said:
Okay, do this.
uninstall whatever flashtool version you are using at the moment.
follow the procedures that i had previously quoted.
download the latest ftf from here
open flashtool press the lightning button, select fastboot select the ftf file
put phone is flashmode turning off device, press volume down key and collect usb the process should start automatically.
PS: the latest version of flashtool is 19/04/2014
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Yes, I just downloaded the newest version of Flashtool last night, 0.9.16.0.
When you say 'open Flashtool, press the lightning button, select Fastboot select the ftf file' - do you mean select Flashmode? Because that's what I've been doing, and it hasn't been working.
When I select Fastboot, it pops up with a screen asking to Reboot into fastboot mode (via ADB), select Kernel to HotBoot, Get Ver Info, Check Current Device Status, Select system to flash, etc.
I presume I don't use these options? Because they don't correspond with what you're telling me to do. Selecting the FTF through Flashmode does. There's no option to select an FTF in Fastboot mode.

Lemonwilly said:
Yes, I just downloaded the newest version of Flashtool last night, 0.9.16.0.
When you say 'open Flashtool, press the lightning button, select Fastboot select the ftf file' - do you mean select Flashmode? Because that's what I've been doing, and it hasn't been working.
When I select Fastboot, it pops up with a screen asking to Reboot into fastboot mode (via ADB), select Kernel to HotBoot, Get Ver Info, Check Current Device Status, Select system to flash, etc.
I presume I don't use these options? Because they don't correspond with what you're telling me to do. Selecting the FTF through Flashmode does. There's no option to select an FTF in Fastboot mode.
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My bad, meant to say press lightning button>select flashmode>select ftf>put phone in flashmode
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Lemonwilly said:
Yes, I just downloaded the newest version of Flashtool last night, 0.9.16.0.
When you say 'open Flashtool, press the lightning button, select Fastboot select the ftf file' - do you mean select Flashmode? Because that's what I've been doing, and it hasn't been working.
When I select Fastboot, it pops up with a screen asking to Reboot into fastboot mode (via ADB), select Kernel to HotBoot, Get Ver Info, Check Current Device Status, Select system to flash, etc.
I presume I don't use these options? Because they don't correspond with what you're telling me to do. Selecting the FTF through Flashmode does. There's no option to select an FTF in Fastboot mode.
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or if flashtool does not work for you you can try flashing using emma :http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/how-to-download-and-install-the-flash-tool/

androidtweaker1 said:
My bad, meant to say press lightning button>select flashmode>select ftf>put phone in flashmode
---------- Post added at 02:36 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:34 AM ----------
or if flashtool does not work for you you can try flashing using emma :http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/how-to-download-and-install-the-flash-tool/
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So yes, that's what I've been doing, and despite installing all 2/3 driver packs (flashmode, fastboot, xperia z) it keeps telling me the drivers are missing when I try to flash. So we've come full circle. And I'm still none the wiser.
Trying it again now...
*All 3 drivers installed.
*Selected 'flashmode', and 'flash'.
*Preparing files for flashing..... (takes a few moments)
*Say Please connect your device into flashmode.
*Window pops up asking to hold down button and connect to flash...
And then I get this;
30/043/2014 23:43:47 - ERROR - Drivers need to be installed for connected device.
30/043/2014 23:43:52 - ERROR - You can find them in the drivers folder of Flashtool.
30/043/2014 23:43:53 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
30/043/2014 23:43:58 - INFO - Start Flashing
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - INFO - Processing loader.sin
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - INFO - Checking header
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - ERROR - Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - INFO - Ending flash session
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - ERROR -
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
30/044/2014 23:44:01 - ERROR - Drivers need to be installed for connected device.
30/044/2014 23:44:01 - ERROR - You can find them in the drivers folder of Flashtool.
Every. Single. Time.
I've installed the drivers. I know what I'm doing. That's exactly why it's gotten to the stage where I'm so frustrated that I've had to reach out on the forums here...!!!
Thanks for your help though, if you have any other ideas, let me know, hopefully I can get around this somehow.

Lemonwilly said:
So yes, that's what I've been doing, and despite installing all 2/3 driver packs (flashmode, fastboot, xperia z) it keeps telling me the drivers are missing when I try to flash. So we've come full circle. And I'm still none the wiser.
Trying it again now...
*All 3 drivers installed.
*Selected 'flashmode', and 'flash'.
*Preparing files for flashing..... (takes a few moments)
*Say Please connect your device into flashmode.
*Window pops up asking to hold down button and connect to flash...
And then I get this;
30/043/2014 23:43:47 - ERROR - Drivers need to be installed for connected device.
30/043/2014 23:43:52 - ERROR - You can find them in the drivers folder of Flashtool.
30/043/2014 23:43:53 - INFO - Opening device for R/W
30/043/2014 23:43:58 - INFO - Start Flashing
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - INFO - Processing loader.sin
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - INFO - Checking header
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - ERROR - Processing of loader.sin finished with errors.
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - INFO - Ending flash session
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - ERROR -
30/043/2014 23:43:59 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
30/044/2014 23:44:01 - ERROR - Drivers need to be installed for connected device.
30/044/2014 23:44:01 - ERROR - You can find them in the drivers folder of Flashtool.
Every. Single. Time.
I've installed the drivers. I know what I'm doing. That's exactly why it's gotten to the stage where I'm so frustrated that I've had to reach out on the forums here...!!!
Thanks for your help though, if you have any other ideas, let me know, hopefully I can get around this somehow.
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you can try using sony emma to flash

androidtweaker1 said:
you can try using sony emma to flash
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Thanks... I've installed Emma now, but it requires an account, and it seems nobody in Sony's working right now, because I've been waiting a half hour now for my account to be activated, and still nothing... Lazy gits!

Lemonwilly said:
Thanks... I've installed Emma now, but it requires an account, and it seems nobody in Sony's working right now, because I've been waiting a half hour now for my account to be activated, and still nothing... Lazy gits!
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give it more half hour, I had got mine in an hour

softbricked z3c

hi!
first off all thank you all for contributing to this forum, you guys really rule!
i have a problem....
as the title say i softbricked my z3 compact trying to flash MM on it.
i forgot to click the "allow unknown sources" on the phone before he procedure
i know, i`m stupid. my bad
but now when i tried to flash even stock kitkat on it the flashtool errors in one moment sayin "for flashtool unknown sources has to be enabled"
going thru the forum i saw a thread about the usb debugging mode
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2778437
he fixed it with using an older version of flashtool, but when i install an older version it asks to connect by pressing the back button not the volume down to enable flashing mode...
so i have 2 questions...
is there a way to flash without having the unknown sources on?
i installed the adb all-in-one but not successful to implement the command using the terminal
how to enable flashmode by using an older version when i dont have a back button? (its not arc s )

1. You don't need unknown sources enabled to flash
2. To flash hold down the volume down button while plugging your phone into the computer
Click the THIS LINK to my thread about a bricked Z3C

nzzane said:
1. You don't need unknown sources enabled to flash
2. To flash hold down the volume down button while plugging your phone into the computer
Click the THIS LINK to my thread about a bricked Z3C
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dude, thanks for the answer, but read my post again, please
i KNOW you have to push the vol down button i was just asking is there any other way to connect the phone in flash mode to an older version of flashtool
anyway, today i tried again...
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - ERROR - Processing of system.sin finished with errors.
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - INFO - Ending flash session
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - ERROR - Read error :31 : A device attached to the system is not functioning.
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - INFO - Flashing finished.
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - INFO - Please unplug and start your phone
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings
23/003/2016 21:03:26 - INFO - Device disconnected
any thoughts?

k.a.b.0 said:
hi!
first off all thank you all for contributing to this forum, you guys really rule!
i have a problem....
as the title say i softbricked my z3 compact trying to flash MM on it.
i forgot to click the "allow unknown sources" on the phone before he procedure
i know, i`m stupid. my bad
but now when i tried to flash even stock kitkat on it the flashtool errors in one moment sayin "for flashtool unknown sources has to be enabled"
going thru the forum i saw a thread about the usb debugging mode
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2778437
he fixed it with using an older version of flashtool, but when i install an older version it asks to connect by pressing the back button not the volume down to enable flashing mode...
so i have 2 questions...
is there a way to flash without having the unknown sources on?
i installed the adb all-in-one but not successful to implement the command using the terminal
how to enable flashmode by using an older version when i dont have a back button? (its not arc s )
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Do you have the the Sony drivers installed?
Did you install the ADB drivers (run the exe in the drivers folder within Flashtool folder). If you have Windows 10 this last step is difficult, you have to restart the machine in safe mode and disable driver signature checking.
You must have your phone turned off completely before you start (power button and volume up till you get three vibrations), leave it unplugged from the PC
Start flashtool and select which ftf you want to use, Exclude TA, press build. wait for the invitation from flashtool to plug your phone in. Then hold the volume down as you insert the usb plug, you can let go as soon as it starts doing something
There is a guide to the flashtool here, beware it's a powerful tool capable of bricking your phone