Required:
- Flashtool in the latest version from: http://flashtool.net
- DualRecovery by NUT as installer.zip: http://nut.xperia-files.com (Download the correct one for your device and at least version 2.8.1+!)
- Root on 23.0.A.2.93 (Download) for example with this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/giefroot-rooting-tool-cve-2014-4322-t3011598
Featurelist:
- SuperSU integrated
- DualRecovery by NUT integrated (2.8.1)
Can be used on locked and unlocked bootloader.
Firmware Files:
D5803 and D5833
- Flashable.zip's and FTF files in folders - sorted by devices
The Flashable.zip i've created with the mighty tool PRFCreator by zxz0O0.
Installation/Update (short) guide:
0. Downgrade to the firmware 23.0.A.2.93 and root it (with giefroot)
0.1. Install the LockedDualRecovery by NUT with the installer.zip (install.bat)
1. Put the downloaded update file (ROM.zip) on your device. I recommend you to put it directly on the device.
2. Boot into the recovery (While rebooting -> when the info LED flashs -> press shortly the VOL button for the Recovery you prefer)
(On Recovery you may create a twrp/cwm backup of your device if you get any issues on updating process!)
3. Flash the ROM update file (.zip) with "install zip".
4. Wipe cache and dalvik cache (perhaps under advanced).
5. Reboot to system.
You may have to wait some minutes on the first boot because of initializing system for first time (optimizing apps etc.).
What to do if you get permission errors? (While installing for example the Recovery)
Untill NUT updates his DualRecovery you should fix permissions with ADB with the following commands:
(tested with command line from the giefroot_V...\files\ directory -> shift + right mouse -> open cmd "here")
Either you could try the modified DualRecovery (installer) by NUT (modified by monx): http://d-h.st/iM9p
Code:
adb push systemrw.sh /data/local/tmp
adb push modulecrcpatch /data/local/tmp
adb push wp_mod.ko /data/local/tmp
adb shell
chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/systemrw.sh
chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/modulecrcpatch
chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/wp_mod.ko
su
cd /data/local/tmp
./systemrw.sh
Special Thanks to:
[NUT] (DualRecovery and his efforts!)
zxz0O0 (giefroot rooting tool, PRFCreator and his efforts!)
XDA: DevDB Information
[STOCK][D58XX][4.4.4] Firmware 23.0.1.A.5.77 Generic [ROOT/XZDR/SuperSU], Stock Firmware Xperia Z3 Compact
Contributors
meetdaleet
ROM OS Version: 4.4.x KitKat
ROM Firmware Required: Stock - 23.0.A.2.93
Version Information
Status: Stable
Release Date: 2015-01-25
Created 2015-01-25
What about d5833 ftf
@muzab a
I'm currently creating the firmware files and will upload them further.
I think they will be available at the evening
Kind Regards
meet
Which ftf to use for d5833?
Great , thanks! In case we can go back to totally stock? (For any case) And for lollipop I imagine will have to flash a rom, right?
Matteo Mazzu said:
Great , thanks! In case we can go back to totally stock? (For any case) And for lollipop I imagine will have to flash a rom, right?
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You may delete some specific folders on internal SD (sdcard0) and flash a ftf without changing anything (like wipes etc.).
abj2aqua said:
Which ftf to use for d5833?
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I've just added the D5833 files to the OP.
Kind Regards
meet
The firmware file is D6603, not D5803
Sorry i've just put the wrong link on the OP.
Corrected it right now
Thanks for yozr help!
You can find all my files under:
http://mega.leetbox.net
Kind regards
Meet
Thanks a lot!
i read in the op that this can be flashe don locked bootloaders aswell as unlocked but i also heard that if we want to flash any rom so we must unlock bootloader , so im a bit confused now? can i just flash it on locked bootloader?
pw1nce said:
i read in the op that this can be flashe don locked bootloaders aswell as unlocked but i also heard that if we want to flash any rom so we must unlock bootloader , so im a bit confused now? can i just flash it on locked bootloader?
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The "ROM" i've opened to you on this thread is a stock rom (just with SuperSU and DualRecovery integrated).
There is the stock kernel inside why it runs on both. Locked and unlocked bootloader!
meetdaleet said:
The "ROM" i've opened to you on this thread is a stock rom (just with SuperSU and DualRecovery integrated).
There is the stock kernel inside why it runs on both. Locked and unlocked bootloader!
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ok thnx broo , do we need to wipe system , data and then flash or dirty flash ? thanks
edit : i just did as mentioned in op , after flashing i downloaded the recovery and ran install.bat , it installed the new recovery mentioned in op , it rebooted into that recovery , the icons are too damn big , i can only see ''install'' , wipe , backup option on all the screen , now i have no idea how to get out of here , power buttonn evn if i hold wont work , any suggestion?
pw1nce said:
ok thnx broo , do we need to wipe system , data and then flash or dirty flash ? thanks
edit : i just did as mentioned in op , after flashing i downloaded the recovery and ran install.bat , it installed the new recovery mentioned in op , it rebooted into that recovery , the icons are too damn big , i can only see ''install'' , wipe , backup option on all the screen , now i have no idea how to get out of here , power buttonn evn if i hold wont work , any suggestion?
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Press on Power + high Volume
Two questions, the .93 fw was country specific, this update doesn't require a specific version?
I feel kind of clumsy asking this but i haven't found the meaning of "XZDR", what does it mean?
Thanks!
My root seems to have broke after flashing.Can't mount in root explorer
@pikeylfc,
Did you read the OP?
pikeylfc said:
My root seems to have broke after flashing.Can't mount in root explorer
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meetdaleet said:
@pikeylfc,
Did you read the OP?
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There's a problem with RIC on .5.77, making it impossible to mount system r/w. Nothing to do with root, as you can do other root actions just fine.
You just need to update XZDR, [NUT] just uploaded 2.8.1, which has been fixed for Z3C on .77. Also TWRP has been updated.
Edit: Sorry, see that you already updated OP for XZDR 2.8.1.
Sydrox said:
I feel kind of clumsy asking this but i haven't found the meaning of "XZDR", what does it mean?
Thanks!
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Same question here what is XZDR?
Sydrox said:
I feel kind of clumsy asking this but i haven't found the meaning of "XZDR", what does it mean?
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ovizii said:
Same question here what is XZDR?
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XZDualRecovery
What is XZDR? There are two versions one with that and other one without...
Another question: after done all the steps in the op, if we flash another kernel (with locked boot) it will boot?
Thanks
Sent from my D5803 using XDA Free mobile app
Related
Required:
- Flashtool in the latest version from: http://flashtool.net
- DualRecovery by NUT as installer.zip: http://nut.xperia-files.com (Download the correct one for your device and at least version 2.8.1+! And only if you have no working recovery on your device. )
- Full Root on 23.0.A.2.93 (Download) for example with this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/giefroot-rooting-tool-cve-2014-4322-t3011598 / 23.0.1.A.5.77
Featurelist:
- SuperSU integrated (2.46)
- DualRecovery by NUT integrated (2.8.3) - Currently not working on Android 5.X!
- Fixed RW (/system) - Thanks to javierdsv
Can be used on locked and unlocked bootloader.
Be careful with encrypted devices. It may cause a softbrick on updating- process and afterwards.
Firmware Files:
D5803 (other Versions will be released asap!)
- Flashable.zip's and FTF files in folders - sorted by devices
(Tanks to javierdsv for sharing the "fixed rw flashable.zip"!)
The Flashable.zip i've created with the mighty tool PRFCreator by zxz0O0.
Installation/Update (short) guide:
0. Downgrade to the firmware 23.0.A.2.93 and root it (with giefroot) (only if you have no root!=
0.1. Install the LockedDualRecovery by NUT with the installer.zip (install.bat)
1. Put the downloaded update file (ROM.zip) on your device. I recommend you to put it directly on the device.
2. Boot into the recovery (While rebooting -> when the info LED flashs -> press shortly the VOL button for the Recovery you prefer)
(On Recovery you may create a twrp/cwm backup of your device if you get any issues on updating process!)
3. Flash the ROM update file (.zip) with "install zip".
4. Wipe cache and dalvik cache (perhaps under advanced).
5. Reboot to system.
You may have to wait some minutes on the first boot because of initializing system for first time (optimizing apps etc.).
What to do if you get permission errors? (While installing for example the Recovery)
Untill NUT updates his DualRecovery you should fix permissions with ADB with the following commands:
(tested with command line from the giefroot_V...\files\ directory -> shift + right mouse -> open cmd "here")
Either you could try the modified DualRecovery (installer) by NUT (modified by monx): http://d-h.st/iM9p
Code:
adb push systemrw.sh /data/local/tmp
adb push modulecrcpatch /data/local/tmp
adb push wp_mod.ko /data/local/tmp
adb shell
chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/systemrw.sh
chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/modulecrcpatch
chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/wp_mod.ko
su
cd /data/local/tmp
./systemrw.sh
Special Thanks to:
[NUT] (DualRecovery and his efforts!)
zxz0O0 (giefroot rooting tool, PRFCreator and his efforts!)
Chainfire (for amazing SuperSU)
XDA: DevDB Information
[STOCK][D58XX][5.0.2] Firmware 23.1.A.0.690 Generic [ROOT/XZDR/SuperSU], Stock Firmware Xperia Z3 Compact
Contributors
meetdaleet
ROM OS Version: 5.0.2 Lollipop
ROM Firmware Required: Stock - 23.0.A.2.93/23.0.1.A.5.77
Version Information
Status: Stable
Release Date: 2015-03-16
Created 2015-03-16
Thanks!!! A question. Is it working Mount R/W; R/O?
Thanks!
PherChe said:
Thanks!!! A question. Is it working Mount R/W; R/O?
Thanks!
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R/O
sototallycarl said:
R/O
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Just need to flash a zip, i dont need flash other files with Flashtools like .93 to .77 and to hold root access? Did tu flash it? what about blotware?
thanks thanks,
Yeah, I just flashed the zip. No other steps. I have root but cannot write to /system. I see no additional bloatware. Any disabled/frozen apps I did in 4.4.4 remained that way.
Could I just install the flash.zip from rooted .77?
Does anybody try this way?
Can i flesh the zip on my d5833
is android l worthwhile if i lose xzdualrecovery?
sototallycarl said:
Yeah, I just flashed the zip. No other steps. I have root but cannot write to /system. I see no additional bloatware. Any disabled/frozen apps I did in 4.4.4 remained that way.
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Did you try the steps for "What to do if you get permission errors? "
i making a own flash.zip i will see.
meetdaleet said:
Required:
- Flashtool in the latest version from: http://flashtool.net
- DualRecovery by NUT as installer.zip: http://nut.xperia-files.com (Download the correct one for your device and at least version 2.8.1+! And only if you have no working recovery on your device. )
- Full Root on 23.0.A.2.93 (Download) for example with this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/giefroot-rooting-tool-cve-2014-4322-t3011598 / 23.0.1.A.5.77
Featurelist:
- SuperSU integrated (2.46)
- DualRecovery by NUT integrated (2.8.3) - Currently not working on Android 5.X!
Can be used on locked and unlocked bootloader.
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Im currently on 4.4.4 unlokced bootloader with drm fix. Going to lock it up and restore TA just for this. Im on a custom kernel right now, will this flash a new kernel, propably yes? So i dont have to worry
PherChe said:
Did you try the steps for "What to do if you get permission errors? "
i making a own flash.zip i will see.
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Should have mentioned I did not. Didn't have a cable handy.
Okay, so right now I'm running the Sony Xperia 4.4.4 ROM with unlocked bootloader and ROOT. But I'm using a custom kernel. Can I apply this update, keep root, and not even wipe data??
bofis said:
Okay, so right now I'm running the Sony Xperia 4.4.4 ROM with unlocked bootloader and ROOT. But I'm using a custom kernel. Can I apply this update, keep root, and not even wipe data??
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from what i understand you need to restore ta partition and lock up bootloader before updating to stock loli. but you can keep root with the method in the first post
So, just flash the ZIP? Does it overwrite current installed apps? No need to flash kernel and everything else from an ftf file?
How to keep root?
I'm currently on 23.0.1.A.5.77 rooted with no custom recovery installed
Can someone explain me in a simplest way how to upgrage do Lollipop and keep roooted?
Locked bootloader
lamale78 said:
I'm currently on 23.0.1.A.5.77 rooted with no custom recovery installed
Can someone explain me in a simplest way how to upgrage do Lollipop and keep roooted?
Locked bootloader
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I think you could try to install NUT recovery using the installer for Windows (you have root, so adb commands should work), then flashing this firmware over the one you're using.
Hi guys, thanks for all your posts, I currently have kk version 5.77, pre rooted and dual recovery working, I would like to try this lollipop release pre rooted, I am aware of the inability to use dual recovery, however I will still try it if there is a way to revert back to the release compatible with giefroot, anyone that could help me with this, it will be highly appreciated.
unable to install/boot into recovery
Jac0verflow said:
I think you could try to install NUT recovery using the installer for Windows (you have root, so adb commands should work), then flashing this firmware over the one you're using.
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I'm trying to install/boot into recovery and nothing works
Downloaded already latest release od xNUT dual recovery installer zip. file , ADB seems to install everyhing, at the end appears: "enjoy recoveries" and that is all,
boots normally as phone always boots. No volume up and down combination works
What I do wrong?
wait for new rec that can work on 5.0
Sent from my D5833
But I have now 4.4
** DISCLAIMER: I AM NOT A DEVELOPER. I DO THIS AS A HOBBY AND SHARE MY FINDINGS IN CASE SOMEONE ELSE FINDS THEM USEFUL. **
** THIS WORKED ON MY DEVICE BUT IT MAY NOT WORK ON YOURS. APPLY AT YOUR OWN RISK **
This post shows you how to upgrade your system to lollipop 5.1.1 and optionally have root privileges. This is tested on C6833 model. For other models see the troubleshooting section near the end of the post.
Requirements:
Flashtool 0.9.18.6. or 0.9.19.6 or higher Important: Do not use Flashtool 0.9.19.0.
If you want to root the phone: Rooted XZU on Android version 5.0.2 or Kitkat with custom recovery installed.
This works on locked or unlocked bootloaders and any customization.
Download link for upgrade only:
C6833_14.6.A.0.368_1275-8026_R2D.ftf (unmodified Customized DE):
https://mega.nz/#!khF1nILD!C5D70e-BjCKVBCuOurjFOLcIMZDcldYVeIDnFiR-PGM
Download link for upgrade and root:
5.1.1-system.zip:
https://mega.nz/#!YoFgCSjA!Zh8t_4jeXcAEWhOYePA40uQLI7vw4-CnxohjBdMbpz0
C6833_14.6.A.0.368_No_System.ftf
https://mega.nz/#!l4dllSTT!R393EG4W3CwOZp1OLOzfUzpHF0IlvsmfW04BrGOggXc
Instructions for upgrading without root:
1- Back up your internal SDCARD and your apps.
2- Download C6833_14.6.A.0.368_1275-8026_R2D.ftf
3- Open Flashtool and click on the flash icon. Choose flash mode.
4- Navigate to where you saved C6833_14.6.A.0.368_1275-8026_R2D.ftf and flash this ftf with your phone in flash mode. I recommend wiping apps and cache and data (Note that wiping data will erase your internal SDcard too). To put your phone in flash mode, hold the volume down button when it is off and connect with the USB cable to the PC.
5- Reboot.
Instructions for upgrading with root:
0- If your existing system is rooted using Kingroot read the troubleshooting section below before continuing.
1- Back up your internal SDCARD and your apps.
2- Download C6833_14.6.A.0.368_No_System.ftf and 5.1.1_system.zip.
3- Copy 5.1.1-system.zip to your phone's internal SDcard.
4- Reboot to recovery and install 5.1.1-system.zip.
5- If you are coming from Kitkat just Turn the phone off. If you are coming from 5.0.2, reboot the phone and let it work through the boot animation which will take a while. Then it will show force closing messages and possibly reboots itself. At this point turn it off by holding down the power and volume-up keys for a few seconds. The phone will vibrate 3 times and turns off.
6- Open Flashtool and click on the flash icon. Choose flash mode.
7- Navigate to where you saved C6833_14.6.A.0.368_No_System.ftf and flash this ftf with your phone in flash mode. I recommend wiping apps and cache and data (Note that wiping data will erase your internal SDcard too). To put your phone in flash mode, hold the volume down button when it is off and connect with the USB cable to the PC.
8- Reboot.
Troubleshooting, etc.
This procedure works only if you follow every step carefully. When you are done you can easily test your root status in a terminal emulator or via adb. Please see the attached image.
If you have used Kingroot to root your existing system flashing this ROM may not work and it may leave your system with a partially updated file system that may be broken. The reason is that Kingroot (which in my opinion is malware) makes some of your system files immutable which means they cannot be removed during a software upgrade. To proceed, you should either find a way to replace this horrendous piece of code with SuperSU or downgrade to Kitkat and root with XZDualRecovery before trying this guide. Read the second part of http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=62936808&postcount=22.
If during the procedure for root the flashing of the ftf in step 7 fails, repeat step 7 with C6833_14.6.A.0.368_1275-8026_R2D.ftf or any other 14.6.A.0.368 ftf but exclude the system partition in the flashtool dialog window. If you don't exclude the system partition you will not get root.
If you have root after the procedure but something else doesn't work, try a factory reset.
Note that flashtool 0.9.19.0 was specifically released to support the new sin format on new devices and some of its features don't work with older devices. So to avoid taking any chances I used version 18.
I don't know if this works for C6802 or C6806. Some users reported success on 6806, like this one and this. For that model you follow this guide and use the zip file posted here. The only difference is that instead of flashing the ftf posted here in the next step, use the stock 14.6.A.0.368 ftf for your phone and exclude system.
Will this C6833 FTF work on a C6806 USA phone?, because I can't find a C6806 FTF anywhere...
Can this system zip be used with other customized versions of c6833 ftf.
usagi111 said:
Will this C6833 FTF work on a C6806 USA phone?, because I can't find a C6806 FTF anywhere...
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I just uploaded a C6806 US version in Development thread yesterday.
Sent from my A0001 using Tapatalk
could you share flashtool 0.9.18.0 cos I can't find that version only higher.
will this work on c6802 just wondering?
I did as you said but. I see no super-su
jaime4272 said:
I did as you said but. I see no super-su
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You probably didn't exclude the system partition in this step:
7- Navigate to where you saved C6833_Customized+DE_14.6.A.0.368.ftf.*Exclude system partition*and flash this ftf.
Out of curiosity, what is wrong with the latest flashtool?
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jaime4272 said:
could you share flashtool 0.9.18.0 cos I can't find that version only higher.
will this work on c6802 just wondering?
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I've uploaded 0.9.18.6
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2L0y84PJ2rteVNGVnlJWjFlOGs/view?usp=sharing
Never mind, i already found out, also flashtool published a new version wich is compatible with our device
http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
thanks mate, everything worked fine
I was able to flash android 5.1.1 but could not get root and I did every step as posted and I did exclude system partition. and without root could not install dual recovery there for could not flash SuperSU
I am sorry for my noobie question...but what is customised DE?
ALso if i run this, I am still at locked bootloader...will i lose the partition that enable me to have all Sony's special goodies (i didn't mean the bloatware of course)?
Also i am running stock 5.1.1 already after OTA but interested to have root...shall i go with the 2nd steps with root?
im4u2nv said:
I am sorry for my noobie question...but what is customised DE?
ALso if i run this, I am still at locked bootloader...will i lose the partition that enable me to have all Sony's special goodies (i didn't mean the bloatware of course)?
Also i am running stock 5.1.1 already after OTA but interested to have root...shall i go with the 2nd steps with root?
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Customized DE just means it is the German version of the ROM. I used that because I bought the phone in Germany. But the menus and keyboard and everything is in English so you would not even notice the difference.
This method will not touch your bootloader status so if you are locked you remain locked.
If you are already on 5.1.1 through OTA this will not work for you. You need to start from rooted 5.0.2 with recovery installed.
najoor said:
Customized DE just means it is the German version of the ROM. I used that because I bought the phone in Germany. But the menus and keyboard and everything is in English so you would not even notice the difference.
This method will not touch your bootloader status so if you are locked you remain locked.
If you are already on 5.1.1 through OTA this will not work for you. You need to start from rooted 5.0.2 with recovery installed.
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Thank you Najoor...in that case, i will wait for some guide to root 5.1.1 then...
I am using stock kitkat custom rom will I have to update to Lollipop 5.0 first or can i directly flash 5.1
terminator1983 said:
I am using stock kitkat custom rom will I have to update to Lollipop 5.0 first or can i directly flash 5.1
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I think you can still do it straight from kitkat but if you are following the instructions with root in step 5 instead of rebooting just turn the phone off.
Let me know if that works.
so my ZU used to be rooted with Lollipop 5.0.2, but i removed Kinguser/chinese root app and no longer have root access. I've also previously installed recovery but don't know if it will still work ? i forgot how to boot into recovery to see if it even works.. any helpers?
Power on the phone and when u see the led notification start pressing either the Volume UP or Volume Down key a couple of times to make your phone boot into recovery mode
corrado85 said:
so my ZU used to be rooted with Lollipop 5.0.2, but i removed Kinguser/chinese root app and no longer have root access. I've also previously installed recovery but don't know if it will still work ? i forgot how to boot into recovery to see if it even works.. any helpers?
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najoor said:
I think you can still do it straight from kitkat but if you are following the instructions with root in step 5 instead of rebooting just turn the phone off.
Let me know if that works.
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Thanks najoor it worked now i am using a rooted stock 5.1.1
jaime4272 said:
I was able to flash android 5.1.1 but could not get root and I did every step as posted and I did exclude system partition. and without root could not install dual recovery there for could not flash SuperSU
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I am not able to instal 5.1.1-system.zip on rooted Sony Xperia Z Ultra c6833 with Android 5.0.2. The instalation is aborted
Had 5.1.1 lollipop installed, downgraded to 4.4.4 kitkat and rooted with kingroot successfully- installed xzu dual recovery and rebooted into recovery mode.
Flashed 5.1.1 zip and turned off. Flashed 5.1.1 Saudi Arabia ftf with flashtool (wipe everything - ticking to exclude system partition) with phone off and connected z ultra in flash mode and flashed successfully. Disconnected and booted.. took a while on wave animation and started fresh but no supersu and not rooted in 5.1.1?? any help thanks
So the OFFICIAL 6.0.1 is already out and this is not the BETA version. It's for consumer release.
So how do you get to this eh?
NOTES: Flashtool can be used for both LB/UB. You won't lose DRM keys or unlock bootloader if you flash via flashtool.
1. Install Flashtool (get it here: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php).
2. There is a XperiFirm option there which would allow you to download official FTF files.
3. Navigate your way to Z3 Compact and grab the D5803 version US Variant (since this is configured for GLOBAL-LTE but i might still need to test bands). Or just grab anything you want there as long as it's version: 23.5.A.0.570
3. Flash using flashmode (hit the lightning icon there).
Now there's this "WIPE" Box, you have 2 options!
- Check User data and App logs and hit flash -- this will factory reset phone so you better have a backup!
- Leave them UNCHECKED if you want to retain your apps from your previous STOCK ROM. (might automatically uninstall incompatible apps in the process).
Once it asks for your device to be connected. Do as it says (power down, then hold the vol. down button as you plug the phone in).
-- this should start flashing.
4. After the process you may now boot the phone and there you have it!
-- Things below require unlocked BL --
If you want root, you can use fastboot and TWRP 3.X (I've tested the TWRP version 3.0.2 on the 6.0.1 beta before)
send this command on fastboot:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery <your twrp img here>
and hit enter. It must return 'OKAY'.
Unplug phone then boot into recovery and flash your SuperSU.zip
https://download.chainfire.eu/924/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.68-20160228150503.zip
MINE!
Give a link to proper TWRP image please
tRippinthehead said:
Give a link to proper TWRP image please
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If you have a locked BL, then root and install DualRecovery. There is an excellent thread here on XDA and you'll be on TWRP in no time. It also makes sure you'll have the drivers and flash tool and everything that you'll need for this already configured and ready to go.
If you have an unlocked BL, just go find TWRP and flash through fastboot.
Thanks OP!
P.S. I'm guessing for those with locked BLs, we can use PRFCreator and that FTF from Xperifirm to create a flashable, pre-rooted MM ROM...anyone tried? My Z3c is currently bricked (hopefully fixable) so I can't test at the moment.
Another DEV published a root method, both for the LB and UB:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/wip-sony-android-6-0-mm-t3337357/page1
Keep in mind that that method was used for the BETA version of the rom, but yeah it's more likely that it would work with the consumer release. I'll update the OP once I relock my BL and successfully gain root with it.
The UB method there has the same effect as mine
I could not get root with the method, i would get boot img failure on flashing superSU in twrp with unlocked BL but to solve the issue i just flashed the advanced kernel for 6.0.1 and superSU flashed fine..not sure if anyone else is having this problem but this method did not work for me.
Do I keep root with locked bootloader with this method ?
Title of this topic is confusing, it seems that you need BL unlocked to get root.
hayatesan said:
Do I keep root with locked bootloader with this method ?
Title of this topic is confusing, it seems that you need BL unlocked to get root.
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No you will lose root if you flash ftf on locked BL, you will need to root again using whichever method you used previously. If you flash an ftf file on ANY bootloader locked or unlocked it resets your phone to the contents of the ftf file.
Fictional Reality said:
No you will lose root if you flash ftf on locked BL, you will need to root again using whichever method you used previously. If you flash an ftf file on ANY bootloader locked or unlocked it resets your phone to the contents of the ftf file.
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And which is the method to root this version with BL??
hv6478 said:
P.S. I'm guessing for those with locked BLs, we can use PRFCreator and that FTF from Xperifirm to create a flashable, pre-rooted MM ROM...anyone tried? My Z3c is currently bricked (hopefully fixable) so I can't test at the moment.
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I'm giving it a try so I'll let you know.
EDIT: Admittedly I haven't got a clue how to use prfcreator but I tried and whilst it flashed there was no root or recovery.
2nd EDIT: XDR doesn't work on MM yet. I'll give TWRP a try.
TWRP 3.0.2 for Z3C https://dl.twrp.me/z3c/twrp-3.0.2-0-z3c.img.html
Buleste said:
I'm giving it a try so I'll let you know.
EDIT: Admittedly I haven't got a clue how to use prfcreator but I tried and whilst it flashed there was no root or recovery.
2nd EDIT: XDR doesn't work on MM yet. I'll give TWRP a try.
TWRP 3.0.2 for Z3C https://dl.twrp.me/z3c/twrp-3.0.2-0-z3c.img.html
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Nice that sounds promising, at least it worked with the .zip that you created!
Which version of SuperSU are you using?
Thanks,
hv
hv6478 said:
Nice that sounds promising, at least it worked with the .zip that you created!
Which version of SuperSU are you using?
Thanks,
hv
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I'm using BETA-SuperSU-v2.71-20160331103524.zip
However I was looking at the PRFCreator thread and it looks like if you add Recroot v2 as the SuperSU it should work. Not sure if it will give a recovery though.
EDIT: Okay. Didn't install the SuperSU binary properly but Kingroot could install the root though. Tried to remove it and replace with SuperSU and got a bootloop. However I have a cunning plan.
Xperia Z3 Compact - UB
I could not get TWRP recovery with the fastboot method.
I tried to install several "recoverys" but none are installed.
Help me please.
Buleste said:
I'm using BETA-SuperSU-v2.71-20160331103524.zip
However I was looking at the PRFCreator thread and it looks like if you add Recroot v2 as the SuperSU it should work. Not sure if it will give a recovery though.
EDIT: Okay. Didn't install the SuperSU binary properly but Kingroot could install the root though. Tried to remove it and replace with SuperSU and got a bootloop. However I have a cunning plan.
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I love the sound of progress!
rvnlvrz said:
So the OFFICIAL 6.0.1 is already out and this is not the BETA version. It's for consumer release.
So how do you get to this eh?
NOTES: Flashtool can be used for both LB/UB. You won't lose DRM keys or unlock bootloader if you flash via flashtool.
1. Install Flashtool (get it here: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php).
2. There is a XperiFirm option there which would allow you to download official FTF files.
3. Navigate your way to Z3 Compact and grab the D5803 version US Variant (since this is configured for GLOBAL-LTE but i might still need to test bands). Or just grab anything you want there as long as it's version: 23.5.A.0.570
3. Flash using flashmode (hit the lightning icon there).
Now there's this "WIPE" Box, you have 2 options!
- Check User data and App logs and hit flash -- this will factory reset phone so you better have a backup!
- Leave them UNCHECKED if you want to retain your apps from your previous STOCK ROM. (might automatically uninstall incompatible apps in the process).
Once it asks for your device to be connected. Do as it says (power down, then hold the vol. down button as you plug the phone in).
-- this should start flashing.
4. After the process you may now boot the phone and there you have it!
-- Things below require unlocked BL --
If you want root, you can use fastboot and TWRP 3.X (I've tested the TWRP version 3.0.2 on the 6.0.1 beta before)
send this command on fastboot:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery <your twrp img here>
and hit enter. It must return 'OKAY'.
Unplug phone then boot into recovery and flash your SuperSU.zip
https://download.chainfire.eu/924/SuperSU/BETA-SuperSU-v2.68-20160228150503.zip
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It doesn't work, I have trying out for a while, but fastboot doesn't flash anything
hv6478 said:
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We have progress of sorts.
With prf creator add superSU and create the prerooted ROM.
In TWRP Wipe everything but SDcard and OTG
Install pre rooted ROM
Then Install RICDefieat.zip, byeselinux_flashable.zip, and BusyBox-v1.24.1-Stericson.zip
Power off the phone.
Open Flashtool
Load ftf of .570 and check the Exclude System box and flash the phone
Install TWRP using Z3C_MM_TWRP_Recovery_V2_By_Serajr
And that should be it.
Managed to get everything working bar the TWRP but I think that was my fault.
A download file of everything you need bar the ROM.
Buleste said:
We have progress of sorts.
With prf creator add superSU and create the prerooted ROM.
In TWRP Wipe everything but SDcard and OTG
Install pre rooted ROM
Then Install RICDefieat.zip, byeselinux_flashable.zip, and BusyBox-v1.24.1-Stericson.zip
Power off the phone.
Open Flashtool
Load ftf of .570 and check the Exclude System box and flash the phone
Install TWRP using Z3C_MM_TWRP_Recovery_V2_By_Serajr
And that should be it.
Managed to get everything working bar the TWRP but I think that was my fault.
A download file of everything you need bar the ROM.
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Worked?
marlontravagli said:
Worked?
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It seems to be working for me at the moment. Even TWRP.
Edit: TWRP is unstable and sometimes becomes unavailable . If that happens just find SGP621-RICDefeat.zip to enable R/W again and reinstall.
Buleste said:
We have progress of sorts.
With prf creator add superSU and create the prerooted ROM.
In TWRP Wipe everything but SDcard and OTG
Install pre rooted ROM
Then Install RICDefieat.zip, byeselinux_flashable.zip, and BusyBox-v1.24.1-Stericson.zip
Power off the phone.
Open Flashtool
Load ftf of .570 and check the Exclude System box and flash the phone
Install TWRP using Z3C_MM_TWRP_Recovery_V2_By_Serajr
And that should be it.
Managed to get everything working bar the TWRP but I think that was my fault.
A download file of everything you need bar the ROM.
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ok...this sims to be right, thanks
superpipo said:
ok...this sims to be right, thanks
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It seems that updating busybox to 1.24.1 stericson stops R/W permissions and the ability to access TWRP however it is easily fixed.
Hi.
I have a Xperia Tablet Z2 (SGP521) with Android 6.0.1 (build 23.5.A.0.570) without root, and I would like to make the root, how can I do?
Thanks in advance.
I'm sorry for my english.
Only way is:
- come back to original rom 4.4.2, using Flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
- root using Flashtool,
- flash TWRP http://nut.xperia-files.com/path/XZDualRecovery/Older_Releases/XZDualRecovery_2.8.21
- flash a prerooted rom using TWRP 2.8.21, http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2-tablet/general/prerooted-zip-vmo-ru-ua-kz-t3362729
- flash TWRP 3.0 can download from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/wip-sony-android-6-0-mm-t3337357 Recroot combined v 4
To go on recovery, at the vibration when you turn on your device, push volume down button and recovery will start
I made it all working fine
lorisino said:
Only way is:
- come back to original rom 4.4.2, using Flashtool http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
- root using Flashtool,
- flash TWRP http://nut.xperia-files.com/path/XZDualRecovery/Older_Releases/XZDualRecovery_2.8.21
- flash a prerooted rom using TWRP 2.8.21, http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2-tablet/general/prerooted-zip-vmo-ru-ua-kz-t3362729
- flash TWRP 3.0 can download from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/general/wip-sony-android-6-0-mm-t3337357 Recroot combined v 4
To go on recovery, at the vibration when you turn on your device, push volume down button and recovery will start
I made it all working fine
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Hello,
why i need something "flash" after rooting? i dont understand what is the "flash" do?
Paja LT said:
Hello,
why i need something "flash" after rooting? i dont understand what is the "flash" do?
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"Flash" means installing something to the internal memory.
You need to go back to a "rootable" version and after having your terminal rooted you can flash the latest rooted ROM.
Following the instructions on this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...lipopprerooted231a128z2-tabletsgp511-t3100821 I suggest you:
Flash the Lollipop 23.1.A.1.28 firmware with Flashtool;
Unlock the bootloader (not sure it is strictly needed but better avoid potential issues) with Flashtool (use the Sony website to get the unlock code as the automatic retrieval of Flashtool did not work for me);
Root using the script mentioned in the thread;
Flash the custom recovery;
Flash the rooted 6.0.1 ROM.
maxlnc said:
"Flash" means installing something to the internal memory.
You need to go back to a "rootable" version and after having your terminal rooted you can flash the latest rooted ROM.
Following the instructions on this thread https://forum.xda-developers.com/xp...lipopprerooted231a128z2-tabletsgp511-t3100821 I suggest you:
Flash the Lollipop 23.1.A.1.28 firmware with Flashtool;
Unlock the bootloader (not sure it is strictly needed but better avoid potential issues) with Flashtool (use the Sony website to get the unlock code as the automatic retrieval of Flashtool did not work for me);
Root using the script mentioned in the thread;
Flash the custom recovery;
Flash the rooted 6.0.1 ROM.
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Thank you for the reply, as i understant the devise will work fine without any flashing? "Flash" means something installing in internal memory, but I do not understand why should I do it ?
please help me to root devise.
flashTool writing: "ERROR Illegal key size or default parameters."
That can i do?
Andriusss said:
please help me to root devise.
flashTool writing: "ERROR Illegal key size or default parameters."
That can i do?
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You cant make the root with the flashtool! Copy the SuperSu (download newest zip) on your tablet (anywhere) and proceed with this: "TabZ2-lockeddualrecovery2.8.21-RELEASE.installer" you already downloaded from the tutorial. when you launch the "install.bat", the tablet will be rooted and twrp installed it auto-boot into twrp and now you can isntall your copied supersu zip then you can proceed with the tutorial
Got it fixed. In my first CWM Backup from the Dualrecovery Package (installer) was a working boot.img All fine now!
Hey guys after my initial failure at trying to upgrade to 575 at the weekend, I didn't realize 575 was a MM upgrade so that was partly the problem the rest was the wrong SU and recovery in my PRF flash file.
Problem I have now is i've read that many forum posts im not 100% sure what files and steps I need to take , every 575 flash instructions Ive read seem to have slightly different ways of doing it.
Im coming from 23.4.A.1.264 (LL) What i need help is to clarify exactly what i need to make a successful prf upgrade.
Im assuming Recroot is one in the recovery section of PRF?
So called dummy file in SU section of PRF?
What about bootloop.zip and RIC.zip I hear about , are they required as well?
I know xposed needs to be uninstalled as well.
LOCKED bootloader
Thx for any help/links or clarification on steps you can provide.
edit:- Sorry mods this is in wrong section, wasnt paying attention , Sorry could someone move to QA section ? thx
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Hey guys
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...went through this two days ago:
(from this post, that helped me):
prerequisities: 5.1.1 stock, rooted, with NUT Dual recovery
put all ZIPs to your MicroSD card and flash in this order.
0: do you currently have xposed? If yes, get the xposed uninstaller (google it, easy to find) and flash uninstaller first.
0. Factory reset from within current recovery (Dalvik, data, cache...)
1. flashablemm.zip
2. byeselinux.zip
3. ricdefeat.zip
4. bootloopfix.zip (FOR .575, important to get this version)
5. xposed installer.zip
6. reboot
7. INSTALL BUSYBOX (get app in PlayStore and use it to install it)
8. enable unknown sources and usb debugging
9. then connect your phone to the PC and run the install.bat from the Z2_MM_Recovery folder (Accept any prompt popping up on your phone)
5. Phone will reboot into recovery when successfull, then you're done
ZIP files from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/z2-pre-rooted-twrp-3-0-0-2-xposed-t3390498
RECOVERY INSTALL: from here https://mega.nz/#!UlxGBQaD!HObJIHr9vq4VDRNI97Ni1cIiAn6iVxwE4qlPa89CGbY - Remember: only install the recovery from this file, everything else from the thread above.
NOTE: I had big problems when flashing TWRP 3.0.x IMG file from this thread. Instead get the recovery downloaded in this ZIP and install it form your PC, as described in the steps above.
One more note: I've waited for about 15minutes after finishing the flashing proces (step6). I had the startup animation going on, normally it should take maybe 5-10minutes. I got fed up after nothing was happening and restarted the phone - press the red button beside SIM flap and than power on the phone. After that it started normally.
thx i'll look into this
Do you have a link for 575 bootloop fix file?
what version of z2 do you have? if you have D6503, you can use my prerooted MM (.575). Here's the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/prerooted-23-5-0-575-customized-t3387571
no need for bootloop fix
if other version, you can use these files in your prf:
dummy flashable: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8n...pJdzZwRm8/view
Recrootv4: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/g...-0-mm-t3337357
loonlekim said:
what version of z2 do you have? if you have D6503, you can use my prerooted MM (.575). Here's the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/prerooted-23-5-0-575-customized-t3387571
no need for bootloop fix
if other version, you can use these files in your prf:
dummy flashable: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8n...pJdzZwRm8/view
Recrootv4: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3/g...-0-mm-t3337357
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Yeah I have the d6503
Sent from my D6503 using XDA-Developers mobile app
SwiftSmoke said:
Yeah I have the d6503
Sent from my D6503 using XDA-Developers mobile app
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You can try then either of those.