[Q] I'm Stupid (bootloader locked and flashing) - Xperia Z2 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

First of all, I'm spanish, my apologizes of my expresions or misspelling.
That's what I've done:
1 - I've checked if my bootloader was unlockable, and my phone say's: NO
2 - Then I've installed the DualRecovery W/O root and with my phone bootlocked.
3 - Then I've tryed to flash CM11 in TWRP recovery, flashing first the Boot.img via fastboot.
4 - Device in Red Light.
What I can do to woke up my Z2? That's my record 2 hrs to **** my phone. :silly:

Firstly, it's stated in the first post of the CM11 thread that you shouldn't be using dual recovery. If you read the thread further, you'll see that it is recommended to use the recovery in DooMKernel to flash. And this requires unlocked bootloader.
Anyways, you can try using Flashtool to flash a stock firmware. Might be able to recover your phone.

xavisaldana said:
First of all, I'm spanish, my apologizes of my expresions or misspelling.
That's what I've done:
1 - I've checked if my bootloader was unlockable, and my phone say's: NO
2 - Then I've installed the DualRecovery W/O root and with my phone bootlocked.
3 - Then I've tryed to flash CM11 in TWRP recovery, flashing first the Boot.img via fastboot.
4 - Device in Red Light.
What I can do to woke up my Z2? That's my record 2 hrs to **** my phone. :silly:
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If your BL is locked, you cannot install CM.... coz you cannot install a custom kernel. you should rebuild your phone using SEUS to put a good ROM.
Then you can put whatever ROM you want for LB and root it. but no custom kernel.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53968631
Try here, there is a recover/unbrick tutorial
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Envious_Data said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53968631
Try here, there is a recover/unbrick tutorial
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Hi there,
Is there any way to get root access without unlocking the bootloader. I found some ways in XDA but nothing is clear.
I would really appreciate if you guys can send me a link with a clear tutorial of how to get a new ROM without unlocking the bootloader.
I just got my Z2 which is sim locked (UK) and I can't unlock the bootloader from the official page.
Many thanks,
tux

tuxiqul said:
Hi there,
Is there any way to get root access without unlocking the bootloader. I found some ways in XDA but nothing is clear.
I would really appreciate if you guys can send me a link with a clear tutorial of how to get a new ROM without unlocking the bootloader.
I just got my Z2 which is sim locked (UK) and I can't unlock the bootloader from the official page.
Many thanks,
tux
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Root For Locked Bootloaders (noted to work fine on all FWs)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53420860
Recovery For locked bootloaders
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
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Envious_Data said:
Root For Locked Bootloaders (noted to work fine on all FWs)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53420860
Recovery For locked bootloaders
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785598
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Thanks a lot mate. I'll give a try to the first url, hopefully I won't brake it.
Many thanks,
Tux
Edit. I have 17.1.1.A.0.402. Anyone tried to root it ? It says it doesn't work.

tuxiqul said:
Thanks a lot mate. I'll give a try to the first url, hopefully I won't brake it.
Many thanks,
Tux
Edit. I have 17.1.1.A.0.402. Anyone tried to root it ? It says it doesn't work.
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Root with the Easy Root Tool, worked like a charm for me : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784900

tuxiqul said:
Hi there,
Is there any way to get root access without unlocking the bootloader. I found some ways in XDA but nothing is clear.
I would really appreciate if you guys can send me a link with a clear tutorial of how to get a new ROM without unlocking the bootloader.
I just got my Z2 which is sim locked (UK) and I can't unlock the bootloader from the official page.
Many thanks,
tux
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Yeah, working right now, then 3 questions more:
first: the phone comes with a Vodafone rom, I can put some "unbranded" rom? how?
second: I can't unlock my bootloader forever ??
and third: What is the function of recovery mode if I can't flash any cRom? Just backups?
Thanks all ^^

xavisaldana said:
Yeah, working right now, then 3 questions more:
first: the phone comes with a Vodafone rom, I can put some "unbranded" rom? how?
second: I can't unlock my bootloader forever ??
and third: What is the function of recovery mode if I can't flash any cRom? Just backups?
Thanks all ^^
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You can download a Generic FTF and use flashtool to flash it to your device
Once you unlock your bootloader it stays unlock till you relock
You can flash roms n manage general other stuff from recovery
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Envious_Data said:
You can download a Generic FTF and use flashtool to flash it to your device
Once you unlock your bootloader it stays unlock till you relock
You can flash roms n manage general other stuff from recovery
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I know what do with a unlocked bootloader, but my phone does not support any bootloader unlocking system... Any chance to do it?

xavisaldana said:
I know what do with a unlocked bootloader, but my phone does not support any bootloader unlocking system... Any chance to do it?
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If you phone cant be unlocked then it cant be unlocked
No way around a non unlockable bootloader
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Envious_Data said:
If you phone cant be unlocked then it cant be unlocked
No way around a non unlockable bootloader
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All right then, I have a gimped terminal. Great!
Can I install Xposed tweaks btw?

xavisaldana said:
All right then, I have a gimped terminal. Great!
Can I install Xposed tweaks btw?
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Yes, you can install anything but non stock based roms and custom kernels
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Thanks Bro
Got xposed, rooted and recovery installed.

Related

[Q] Unlocking my boot loader

ether Day All
please can anyone help me to unlock my boot loader step by step in an easy way either with the latest flash tool or any other tool ?
please anyone knew help us with a step by step explanation .
Thanks,
there is one One touch tool to unlock bootloader but the thing is u need to be on 2.1 then it can unlock bootloader easily !! if u can flash 2.1 then search for the one touch tool i dont remember the name exactly but u can search the forums for it !!
If you go here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746 and download flashtool you can unlock with one click of button. You need to be on stock kernel to do this. or unlock button will be grayed out
Edit: Is your phone sim locked or unlocked? If it is unlocked u need to check with s1tool if you can actually unlock this way (it can break your device). Info for this is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19685019#post19685019 (6th post)
laneyofdeath said:
If you go here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746 and download flashtool you can unlock with one click of button. You need to be on stock kernel to do this. or unlock button will be grayed out
Edit: Is your phone sim locked or unlocked? If it is unlocked u need to check with s1tool if you can actually unlock this way (it can break your device). Info for this is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=19685019#post19685019 (6th post)
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I tried the flash tool method but when I click on plugin it didn't show unlock ??
even though am now on stock rom and stock kernel and rooted.
any idea to fix this issue.
ru on 2.3 or 2.1 ???
acerulz said:
ru on 2.3 or 2.1 ???
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Am on 2.3 stock rom
SE Xperia said:
Am on 2.3 stock rom
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you need to be on Stock 2.1 for it to work...
Thank you all for your support I unlocked the boot loader with the flash tool .
The reason why it didn't work for the first time was cause the su binary of the root was old and i update it the tried again and It worked .
Thank you all .
sam_a200 said:
you need to be on Stock 2.1 for it to work...
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No.even 2.3.3 also can unlock bootloader using Flashtool.
Here's the easiest step.
1.Download the latest flashtool.
2.Flash the phone to stock SE 2.3.3 ROM.
3.Root Your Phone
4.Click Plugin & unlock your bootloader.
Thats all.
sam_a200 said:
you need to be on Stock 2.1 for it to work...
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with the new flash tool no you don't have to be on stock 2.1 it's OK even if you are on stock 2.3.3
Thanks anyway mate .
question
SE Xperia said:
Thank you all for your support I unlocked the boot loader with the flash tool .
The reason why it didn't work for the first time was cause the su binary of the root was old and i update it the tried again and It worked .
Thank you all .
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Hi everyone, i´m having problems with unlock bootloader and i dont know why, because i follow all the instructions.
what is this about su binary of the root? how can i check version and how can i update it, just for try.
thanks.
what's the benefit of having boot loader unlock it seems like with flash tool I can slap any room I want.
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dito33 said:
what's the benefit of having boot loader unlock it seems like with flash tool I can slap any room I want.
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Not much really there is a few rom that requires unlocked bootloader however :/
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Thanks, however how do I know if my bootloader is unlock already,
is there any way to check without doing it again.
dito33 said:
Thanks, however how do I know if my bootloader is unlock already,
is there any way to check without doing it again.
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Search forum for s1tool and follow. Also (not sure if this is accurate or not) type on keypad *#*#service#*#*, go on service info, software info & check s1 boot version it has few numbers then r8a033. If the r Is lower case (like above) then I believe u have unlocked. Even easier after I type all this flash doom kernel for unlock bl if se logo is replaced by dooms boot pic then u unlocked allow
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shahkam said:
Not much really there is a few rom that requires unlocked bootloader however :/
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Benefits would be custom kernels no more SE crap I find that my phone is a hell of a lot faster than when the BL was locked
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laneyofdeath said:
Search forum for s1tool and follow. Also (not sure if this is accurate or not) type on keypad *#*#service#*#*, go on service info, software info & check s1 boot version it has few numbers then r8a033. If the r Is lower case (like above) then I believe u have unlocked. Even easier after I type all this flash doom kernel for unlock bl if se logo is replaced by dooms boot pic then u unlocked allow
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Thanks, very good info and my is big R so I have to do some homework to get that bl unlock.
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dito33 said:
Thanks, very good info and my is big R so I have to do some homework to get that bl unlock.
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Did u use s1tool to confirm?
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used both s1 and the *#*#....etc code and both show R. My problem is I can't get the bl unlock but I'm rooted with cwm installed, also in device manager phone is detected as Sony Ericson sa0102 is this ok cuz SE tool says wrong phone and can't do bl but flash tool recognize it ok.
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dito33 said:
used both s1 and the *#*#....etc code and both show R. My problem is I can't get the bl unlock but I'm rooted with cwm installed, also in device manager phone is detected as Sony Ericson sa0102 is this ok cuz SE tool says wrong phone and can't do bl but flash tool recognize it ok.
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Not sure but I think that means u can't do it. Is it sim unlocked?
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Bootloader Question?

Hi,
I have a WT19i with Three UK.. *yada yada*
I got this phone because I wanted something new that looks good and works well, Since February and now I have discovered - I don't like the UI and I can't stand the screen.
Basically all I'm looking to do is unlock my bootloader so I can flash MIUI or CM9 but apparently, Three aren't going to let me unlock it. I checked in the service menu and it shows that the bootloader unlock is not allowed which really sucks.
I was going to do the testpoint method or official but after reading up, testpoint on a phone with 'Bootloader unlock allowed: No' can brick it..
Does anyone know if this is true? I'm seriously considering trying it anyway with S1 boot of whatever.. I can't stand this stupid software and UI anymore.
Thanks!
You need to use paid method to unlock your phone and enable fastboot. After that can bootloader be unlocked.
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@Someguyfromhell You mean network unlock? I paid for my phone to be unlocked by Three last Saturday but they still don't have the key yet They said hopefully this Saturday
After that should I be able to unlock the bootloader?
Jamielawther said:
@Someguyfromhell You mean network unlock? I paid for my phone to be unlocked by Three last Saturday but they still don't have the key yet They said hopefully this Saturday
After that should I be able to unlock the bootloader?
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After simunlock your bootloader should be unlocked as well, and with fastboot enabled
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ChavitoArg said:
After simunlock your bootloader should be unlocked as well, and with fastboot enabled
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Thanks! Didn't understand if it would or not
Do you know what I need to install once the bootloader is unlocked to install MIUI/CM9? Thanks in advance!
ChavitoArg said:
After simunlock your bootloader should be unlocked as well, and with fastboot enabled
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Incorrect if done with code at the operator.
Only WotanServer, Omnius and these providers unlock both(at once I think, not sure).
To install custom ROM, install the custom kernel provided with the ROM, enter recovery and install the ROM.
Kernel installation is included in my tutorial, link in signature.
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Someguyfromhell said:
Incorrect if done with code at the operator.
Only WotanServer, Omnius and these providers unlock both(at once I think, not sure).
To install custom ROM, install the custom kernel provided with the ROM, enter recovery and install the ROM.
Kernel installation is included in my tutorial, link in signature.
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So will I have to unlock my bootloader some other way?
Installing kernels is just using the boot.img in the roms .zip through fastboot isn't it? Done it before on my old GT540 many times What command is it on the LWW?
I used to use flash boot boot.img?
Thanks
Jamielawther said:
So will I have to unlock my bootloader some other way?
Installing kernels is just using the boot.img in the roms .zip through fastboot isn't it? Done it before on my old GT540 many times What command is it on the LWW?
I used to use flash boot boot.img?
Thanks
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Yes, but if you had network lock you might have to enable fastboot also. Check it from service menu. Then you can unlock bootloader. Also in my tutorial.
Command ia "fastboot flash boot boot.img".
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Someguyfromhell said:
Yes, but if you had network lock you might have to enable fastboot also. Check it from service menu. Then you can unlock bootloader. Also in my tutorial.
Command ia "fastboot flash boot boot.img".
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Hey!
I just got my unlock code! But my phone still says 'Bootloader Unlock Allowed:NO'
I might just do it through Omnius now.. Going to assemble a safety pin and wire!
Will tell you how it goes.
Nope.. Omnius won't work for me
Does anyone have any other idea to activate fastboot? Could I flash another stock generic rom?
Jamielawther said:
Nope.. Omnius won't work for me
Does anyone have any other idea to activate fastboot? Could I flash another stock generic rom?
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ROM has nothing to do with fastboot.
Omnius did not work? What do you mean it didn't work?
Someguyfromhell said:
ROM has nothing to do with fastboot.
Omnius did not work? What do you mean it didn't work?
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Yeah I know that... But the Kernel does, And flashing another stock .62 or whatever should work?!
Omnius wouldn't detect the phone, It wouldn't go into testpoint mode
Jamielawther said:
Yeah I know that... But the Kernel does, And flashing another stock .62 or whatever should work?!
Omnius wouldn't detect the phone, It wouldn't go into testpoint mode
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Did you follow the instructions properly?
Maybe helps...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn-Vubgka1M
Someguyfromhell said:
Did you follow the instructions properly?
Maybe helps...http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=sn-Vubgka1M
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Yeah! haha.
I just tried it with a different wire, and it appears to have worked with S1boot?
I can't tell, It should be unlocked if the version is r and not R?
My version from Omnius identify is r9A021
Is there any other way I can tell?
Anyone know how to enable Fastboot?!
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[Q] Locked bootloader + CWM?

So, I was searching for solution to have custom recovery on my locked Xperia S and i couldn't find it. Is it even possible because of my locked bootloader? My phone is rooted.
Rooting with This method gives recovery on locked bootloader.
I'm using it. I make backups and also flash roms that are for locked bootloader.
iamsuperuser said:
Rooting with This method gives recovery on locked bootloader.
I'm using it. I make backups and also flash roms that are for locked bootloader.
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What other roms? Only miui or thers more of them?
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Kornezije said:
What other roms? Only miui or thers more of them?
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xcream and [email protected] roms are pretty cool, easy to install on locked bootloader and clean,
You can also use the attached "recovery", very quick no reinstalls, and even root direct with flashtool. A lot faster than the old method
corum3 said:
You can also use the attached "recovery", very quick no reinstalls, and even root direct with flashtool. A lot faster than the old method
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How?
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My SXS is rooted (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460) and CWM is installed (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756346) on locked bootloader. So I can install for example the [email protected] ROM with CWM and will still have root and CWM?
Thx for answers!

Root and Recovery for 4.3 unlocked BL!!!!!???

Hi friends, i m a proud owner of new z ultra and updated it to jb 4.3 14.2..a.1.136 and don't want to unlock my boot loader as i don't want to loose ddm keys ....frankly don't wanna mess that much....
so can any one plz Guide me to install ROOT and RECOVERY on Unlocked Bootloader .....will doomlord v17 rooting tool kit work or ..superone click ????? and how to go about recovery...???
Thanx
Read @LordManhattan's guide, and my downgrade guide in general, get root (bin4ry's tool), then follow [NUT]'s 290 rom instructions, then his 136 rom
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blueether said:
Read @LordManhattan's guide, and my downgrade guide in general, get root (bin4ry's tool), then follow [NUT]'s 290 rom instructions, then his 136 rom
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hmm... thanx...But in the current scenario ill be loosing all my data and personal stuff.....right???
if yes then by any chance i can restore everything back to new rooted device which includes ( real racing 3 , call of duty, all the settings)
and customisations i did in few weeks....coz Titanium won't work without root ..!!?
Thanks
OR else can i use This GUIDE: by KIVI Tech
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QkTp7cqn3c&list=UUcx3PO8qx4n-VjW6BqVgjeQ&feature=c4-overview
coz in all previous posts i have to flash kernel anyways ......can i flash this kernel on my device with recovery and the root Accordingly...?????
i'm excited now!!! .....just say yes i can do it for locked bootloadre as its much faster ...but never tried ..on locked boot loader...!!! if someone can test it on other device....
Thanx
STONEMF2 said:
hmm... thanx...But in the current scenario ill be loosing all my data and personal stuff.....right???
if yes then by any chance i can restore everything back to new rooted device which includes ( real racing 3 , call of duty, all the settings)
and customisations i did in few weeks....coz Titanium won't work without root ..!!?
Thanks
OR else can i use This GUIDE: by KIVI Tech
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4QkTp7cqn3c&list=UUcx3PO8qx4n-VjW6BqVgjeQ&feature=c4-overview
coz in all previous posts i have to flash kernel anyways ......can i flash this kernel on my device with recovery and the root Accordingly...?????
i'm excited now!!! .....just say yes i can do it for locked bootloadre as its much faster ...but never tried ..on locked boot loader...!!! if someone can test it on other device....
Thanx
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@hamdogg? I've not watched that one... comments? but I think it for unlocked BL only
If you can unlock the BL life is simple (even easier if you dont want to keep the DRM/TA partition)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647492
I would just do this. Very easy. And can have locked or unlocked bl
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cameljockey1 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2647492
I would just do this. Very easy. And can have locked or unlocked bl
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That still involves downgrading to 532 and is only 1 step less than the guides
blueether said:
That still involves downgrading to 532 and is only 1 step less than the guides
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No not really i dont think. I did this to my wifes t-mobile z with current firmware and locked bootloader and was fine. There is 2 downloades you do. you can download the installer which is for windows and then the flasher which you do in recovery after you have rooted and installed recovery from the installer. Very easy to use.
cameljockey1 said:
No not really i dont think. I did this to my wifes t-mobile z with current firmware and locked bootloader and was fine. There is 2 downloades you do. you can download the installer which is for windows and then the flasher which you do in recovery after you have rooted and installed recovery from the installer. Very easy to use.
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to be v Frank i saw the Guide but doubted that it'll work...but now that you are confirming that it'll install recovery on my phone then i;ll try this method......For locked boot loader.
but still i need to make sure that :-
1. i don't end up with Bricked device and
2. if i install root via recovery it will work.
Thanx
Bro tried this method yesterday. Cmd ended up saying
Your device is not supported..... Are u sure u did it with .136 fw coz its not working for this fw. Or else can you tell me which file exactly u used.
And if it doesn't work then downgrade and do all that jazz.
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cameljockey1 said:
And if it doesn't work then downgrade and do all that jazz.
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Bro what you mean by current firmware....coz mine is not working. Which file u used to install dual recovery in x.136 fw.
Thanx
STONEMF2 said:
Bro what you mean by current firmware....coz mine is not working. Which file u used to install dual recovery in x.136 fw.
Thanx
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You will have to downgrade to 532 following this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2569904
Just follow that and you'll be fine.
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blueether said:
That still involves downgrading to 532 and is only 1 step less than the guides
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You are correct sir. I wasn't sure until someone else tried.
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well then i should wait till someone make one for .136 Coz i can't downgrade as i got a lot of stuff which will be irrecoverable if Wiped.
Thanx anyways for the information.

[Q] Xperia U Bootloader Unlock

Guys...
I have a serious (not really serious, but kind of...) problem.
I got a Xperia U the other day. I've rooted it and flashed CWM 6.0.1.2... I really want to try CM11 on it. But the thing is that the bootloader is locked... and it seems that there's no way to unlock it since it says "Bootloader unlock allowed: NO".
So the thing is:
There's any way to unlock the bootloader? Maybe flashing a previous firmware?
Or can I flash a ROM via CWM without problems?
I've seen the procedure to unlock bootloader on Sony's page... If I do it (even when my phone says that bootloader unlock is denied)... will I break the phone?
Please answer this. I'm new and I can't post on dedicated forums
My firmware is 6.1.1.B.1.54 and I'm using 4.0.4 ICS
Please...
Someone?
:'(
No way to run JB or higher with the locked bootloader. Best you can do is CM9...
Found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-u/general/tutorial-unlock-completely-xperia-t2534127
es0tericcha0s said:
No way to run JB or higher with the locked bootloader. Best you can do is CM9...
Found this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-u/general/tutorial-unlock-completely-xperia-t2534127
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Oh.
I've seen that before... But not really wanting to be without my phone for so long time. I actually have the code for the SIM Unlock... But thought there was an easier way.
Anyway...
Can I really flash CM9 with no "collateral damage" or serious risks of bricking?
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vtaufner said:
Oh.
I've seen that before... But not really wanting to be without my phone for so long time. I actually have the code for the SIM Unlock... But thought there was an easier way.
Anyway...
Can I really flash CM9 with no "collateral damage" or serious risks of bricking?
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SIM unlock and bootloader unlock are very different things. There's always a risk of soft bricking when installing, but nothing the original firmware, the flash tool, and about 10 minutes of time wouldn't fix.
es0tericcha0s said:
SIM unlock and bootloader unlock are very different things. There's always a risk of soft bricking when installing, but nothing the original firmware, the flash tool, and about 10 minutes of time wouldn't fix.
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I know that... But the thread you said says that I would need it for unlock the bootloader with Sony.
Thank you anyway. I'll be looking for a proper CM9 ROM for my phone!
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vtaufner said:
I know that... But the thread you said says that I would need it for unlock the bootloader with Sony.
Thank you anyway. I'll be looking for a proper CM9 ROM for my phone!
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You didn't read all of the thread then. Sony says you just have to have the phone have the bootloader unlock option say "Yes" in the settings. Nothing to do with the SIM lock or unlock. Plus none of the other Xperia phones that are bootloader unlockable I've seen or worked on require that, so would seem odd just for this one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48291482&postcount=24
es0tericcha0s said:
You didn't read all of the thread then. Sony says you just have to have the phone have the bootloader unlock option say "Yes" in the settings. Nothing to do with the SIM lock or unlock. Plus none of the other Xperia phones that are bootloader unlockable I've seen or worked on require that, so would seem odd just for this one.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48291482&postcount=24
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So I should forget unlocking it.
Damn.
Thank you, man.
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vtaufner said:
So I should forget unlocking it.
Damn.
Thank you, man.
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Why?
es0tericcha0s said:
Why?
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Because I've tried unlocking it (ignoring the impossibility of doing that) but either the tools didn't do anything or just didn't work.
And as I said before... I wont wait a week for having it unlocked with Sony.
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vtaufner said:
Because I've tried unlocking it (ignoring the impossibility of doing that) but either the tools didn't do anything or just didn't work.
And as I said before... I wont wait a week for having it unlocked with Sony.
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You lost me somewhere along the way here... So your phone does or does not have an unlockable bootloader? If it IS unlockable, then why do you think it takes a week? Last few Sonys I unlocked, I received the code within a minute or 2.
es0tericcha0s said:
You lost me somewhere along the way here... So your phone does or does not have an unlockable bootloader? If it IS unlockable, then why do you think it takes a week? Last few Sonys I unlocked, I received the code within a minute or 2.
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Nope. It isn't.
I just want some way to make it unlockable :'(
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-u/general/dev-reloading-kernel-rebooting-t2053466

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