Q&A for [noob friendly]full root and recovery installation[tutorial]
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first of all, thank you for posting this tutorial. I cant continue the installation because flashtool show me "Your device bootloader cannot be officially unlocked". i know only version D2203 can be officially unlocked. I am doing something wrong ?
PS: you said "ESPECIALLY FOR MODEL D2202 and D2212. "
I heard that some D2203 models have this problem. This method successfully works for D2202 & D2212.what's your firmware version?
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My version is 18.4.A.2.13 Model: D2202
Thaks for replying me.
ivann23 said:
My version is 18.4.A.2.13 Model: D2202
Thaks for replying me.
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are there any carrier restrictions in your country ?
I'm having same model with same firmware version and it worked bro . !
Will this method work for model D2203 as well?
filipao223 said:
Will this method work for model D2203 as well?
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Yep.. just flash this kernel for D2203 LTE model.
http://www.mediafire.com/?627epe7817tolaf
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Can't proceed with the tool because my bootloader cannot be officially unlocked.
question about root
are there any chances of bricking my xperia e3 ?
will CWM stays forever of its gone after disconnecting my mobile from PC.
and CWM link is not working... plz provide a new link.
filipao223 said:
Can't proceed with the tool because my bootloader cannot be officially unlocked.
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Sorry bro.. D2203 model is having issues.. wait for sometime .. another method will surely be available.
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uday94 said:
are there any chances of bricking my xperia e3 ?
will CWM stays forever of its gone after disconnecting my mobile from PC.
and CWM link is not working... plz provide a new link.
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Just follow the instructions carefully.. you'll eliminate the chances of bricking..!
Obviously bro.. Its gonna stay there .
Links are working now..
Could someone confirm if it really works in the E2243 model ?
I'm noob and I am afraid of performing the procedure and brick my phone.
I really need root because this model ( D2243 ) only has 2GB of internal storage .
I saw this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58115875&postcount=222
But i'm very afraid to do the procedures.
does the problem of getting usb'ed exist in this method?
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Sir Please send me screen shot .......... thanks
Error
When i try to install drivers flash tool, it throw a error whit installation
Init.d support?
Hi,
The described steps worked fine 3 times for me (bricked for another reason ) on my D2212 Dual (Brazil). Now I am having a hard time to achieve a working init.d. Did try "universal init.d" and "init.d toggler" and none worked. Looking for flasheable zips found none E3 specific and so I didn't risk (yet).
Thanks!
mmerlone said:
Hi,
The described steps worked fine 3 times for me (bricked for another reason ) on my D2212 Dual (Brazil). Now I am having a hard time to achieve a working init.d. Did try "universal init.d" and "init.d toggler" and none worked. Looking for flasheable zips found none E3 specific and so I didn't risk (yet).
Thanks!
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Universal Init.d is working fine with my D2212 I am using latest 4.4.4 kitkat so try updating and then installing universal init.d.
vinay said:
Universal Init.d is working fine with my D2212 I am using latest 4.4.4 kitkat so try updating and then installing universal init.d.
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So, since I've unlocked my bootloader to root I won't be getting updates from Sony. Checking XperiFirm there are two Brazil customized roms, one still on 4.4.2 (18.4.B.2.14/R5B) which I've used, the other missing files from Sony (18.4.B.2.14/R4B) and no US/intl there.
Any tip where can I find a 4.4.4 to flash?
DRM keys?
Brother What about DRM Keys?
Help
Unable To use My Mobile
I unlocked My D2212, installed CWM, Installed super su
Device starts And Bumbards Tosts like Unfortunately camera common has stopped, android.phone has stopped working!
help plz
cjtorresreyes said:
When i try to install drivers flash tool, it throw a error whit installation
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I dont know whether your problem has been solved or not, I just try to help you and others who may have similar issue.
Installing flashtool driver in windows 8/8.1 need to disable driver signature in the computer setting:
Go to Settings
1.) Change PC Settings
2.) General
3.) Scroll down to Advanced Startup > Restart Now
4.) Trouble shoot
5.) Advanced options
6.) Windows startup options
7.) Restart
8.) Press F7
9.) Reboot
Now you can install the driver
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This one, too.
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Tipo kernel flash
Thnking about buying an xperia tipo,
just wantd to know whether i can flash kernel from the phone itself in tipo? (does it have a dedicated recovery partition?)
thanks in advance.
mnishamk said:
Thnking about buying an xperia tipo,
just wantd to know whether i can flash kernel from the phone itself in tipo? (does it have a dedicated recovery partition?)
thanks in advance.
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No, all xperia phones have no recovery partitions, but it's easy to enter flashmode and fastboot mode, and using flashtool software on pc, you can fastboot kernel, flash roms etc.
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do i need to unlock my bootloader before flashing stock rom through flashtool.
i am on .27 firmware and i wanna downgrade it to .22 so do i need to unlock my bootloader to install it through flashtool.
shubhamanand141 said:
i am on .27 firmware and i wanna downgrade it to .22 so do i need to unlock my bootloader to install it through flashtool.
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No.
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Hey.
I bought TIPO DUAL have two SIM card put into it the next time the phone will restart.
Please Please Help
Guys please help me.... I'm using Xperia J Jelly Bean.... I dont know what the trouble on my phone.... After off the phone and on agin my phone can not scan my media.... I'm flash again withhout flashtool but not helping.... :crying:I really do not know what should I do to music and pictures on my hp can be normal again....
Please help me.....
Sorry for my bad english....
So I'm on Vengeance 1.40 Stock JB and I can't enter into recovery 'cuz after pressing volume buttons no led is glowing up.
androidnerd2 said:
So I'm on Vengeance 1.40 Stock JB and I can't enter into recovery 'cuz after pressing volume buttons no led is glowing up.
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was it working previously??
did u format /system?
what actually happened?
Hi,
I'm an Xperia tipo dual user, with current build number 11.0.A.6.5 updated using Sony PC companion. I just want to ask, does the tipo dual have physical RAM of 512 MB? That's what I thought before, because when I checked my Ram it only has a total of 404MB, wheres the other 100+MB? I'm very disappointed.pls.help. :|
Hi
how can i install CWM on XPERIA E / Edual?
hiii guys i tried to flash cm10 n then flah z fusion but after installing it stuck z fusion animation wat i do tel me
Question re custom Roms for xperia J
@ mods: If my query is not at the right place, kindly move it to it's appropriate location.
I am thinking of buying a xperia J in India. Are there any custom Roms which have call recording enabled for this particular phone? I have tried to use the search feature on Xda prior to posting this query and have also tried a google search for xda and freexperia but have not found any pointed answers.
Thanks in advance to anyone who can help me resolve this query.
Regards
I'm stupid
Hi!
First of, im not that bright as you will see:
What i've done on my miro is, well i had cwm and the gimlo custom rom, everything worked nice except my sound (it worked for a couple of days and then just stopped), as I wasn't sure if it was a hardware problem i tried to reflash the rom, and here comes the problem.
As I booted into cwm I did a system format so I can properly re-flash the rom, and as gitsy as I am i just pressed reboot phone now instead of flashing the rom first.
Now I can't get to recovery and I can't get it past the sony logo on boot. How do I fix this problem?
EDIT: Fixed! I got it to flashmode (plug in and hold the vol-) and flashed the original firmware via flashtool! Will keep the post if someone has the same problem. Feel free to ask a question or two if you need help from me ..aand not to forget, my sound works again!
priyam667 said:
hiii guys i tried to flash cm10 n then flah z fusion but after installing it stuck z fusion animation wat i do tel me
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r u able to enter into recovery?
if not try to flash stock ftf from flashtools
I lost by loudspeaker in calls when installed Cyanogen mod. Is there any app for fixing this ? Thanks
Phone: Xperia Miro
Kernel: Vengance
Mod: Cyanogen mod 10 FXP220
iiigeorgievi said:
I lost by loudspeaker in calls when installed Cyanogen mod. Is there any app for fixing this ? Thanks
Phone: Xperia Miro
Kernel: Vengance
Mod: Cyanogen mod 10 FXP220
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you use vengeance with cm10 ? I thought it was for ics....anyways thats a bug which is still not fixed
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Is there a clockwork rom for tipo dual with gsm support yet? Last time i flashed it had no gsm support (fxp222).
Or where can i find such info?
Q&A for [D2302][KK] Kernel With CWM Recovery 6.0.4.6 for M2 Dual 18.3.B.0.31
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thanks and just wanted to add info on flashtool
works well on myD2302
on flashtool--use fastbootmode==select kernel to flash
had a problem with a bootloop but just reflash stockrom and the then reflash kernal
if you get a bootloop after flashing kernel do the above or just flash the cwm then flash the kernel from the stockrom
hope i hepled a bit
at last rooted and thanks
its would be get to find a method to swap internal and external memories like in the xperia m1
how to reboot to recovery?
sorry i forgot this one-_-
Reboot the phone, when the phone vibrates twice press several times the volume down button.
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I need a thorough tutorial to install it using flashtool please :crying:
I use flashtool but I am worried of bricking my phone like once before
dotzi75 said:
Reboot the phone, when the phone vibrates twice press several times the volume down button.
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Sorry but i dont understand how to reboot to recovery
original source
Plagiarism? Why Unknown creator of kernels? where the original source? Kernels taken from 4pda. You must specify the details
Hello, I have not brick?
Thanks for the updated kernel! Flashed with Flashtool and booted straight into CWM recovery via repeatedly pressing volume down after the power on vibration.
it runs correctly on D2303 with kkù4.4.4 too !!!
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it works correctly on d 2303 18.3.1.c.0.21....wery good job! waiting for a touch version ?
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the only thing doesn't work is sony pc companion....any fix?
Thank ! my D2302 4.4.4 get Root !
It's showing failed remote command not allowed
Hey how you do that .. i m using D2302 but i m unable to do that .. pls help
Hi, this kernel works very well on D2303, with 18.3.c.0.22 firmware
Great to have CWM and Ric disable !!!!!
great job! Thanks! ?
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Thanks you very much. I root to succeed.
how to root my xperia M2 Dual (D2302) KITKAT 4.4.4?
can any one please help me to root my mobile showing the specific steps should i follow attached with screenshots or make a video to show me steps
and give me links to programs , files or whatever should i download
will 18.3.B.0.18 kernel work on 18.3.1.B.1.8?
My device model is D2302. And firmware version is 18.3.1.B.1.8 (bug fixes to 18.3.B.0.18)... So can i flash this kernel in my device or not? Or i need to wait for my version to release?
help me
bro im trying to unlock my bootloader but its showing yor device is alredy rooted ..my boot loader itnot unlocking can you please help me .. plz plz
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* in dialing menu.. In that go to service info then config... Check rooting status.. What doea it show..?
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how can i install cwm recovery without the wifi problem?
if i try to flash tft to fix the wifi problem then the cwm gets uninstalled
help needed ASAP!
Can you give more details about this?
markbencze said:
Can you give more details about this?
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I have an xperia L c2104 android version 4.2.2
My bootloader is unlocked and when i try to install cwm recovery, the wifi is not working(as in the wifi does not connect)
I just needed a way to install cwm without getting this problem
if I flash tft then the cwm gets uninstalled, so thats not an option
Well that's interesting. You may wish to post your question here for support http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/help
Here's a recovery installer thread worth a read too
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/orig-development/cwm-recovery-installer-t2589320
Good luck!
markbencze said:
Well that's interesting. You may wish to post your question here for support http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/help
Here's a recovery installer thread worth a read too
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-l/orig-development/cwm-recovery-installer-t2589320
Good luck!
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thanks!
Glad to have shown you the way
Thread closed, thank you
can any one please help me to root my mobile showing the specific steps should i follow attached with screenshots or make a video to show me steps
and give me links to programs , files or whatever should i download
thanks anyway
waiting for your responses disperetely....
Have u ever try this ???
http://www.oneclickroot.com/
still i didn't coz if i did my warranty will lost
one click root
not working for my device
moda96 said:
not working for my device
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try this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/framaroot/root-framaroot-one-click-apk-to-root-t2130276
chathudagr8 said:
try this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/framaroot/root-framaroot-one-click-apk-to-root-t2130276
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my device not at the compatibility list
Here is the detailed guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-m2/help/qa-rooting-locked-bootloader-ota-method-t2999665
You just need to find a jelly bean kernel for the D2302. Or the 4.4.2 kernel if it is vulnerable to Towelroot. I don't remember if [just] the rooting worked with the attached kernel for D2303. If you have any question use that thread, more people are following it.
I've the same model. If you fail at rooting using the mentioned guides then ask me for help. ?
D2302 JB Kernel FTF
Vtrendzzy said:
I've the same model. If you fail at rooting using the mentioned guides then ask me for help.
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@Vtrendzzy, have been trying to find the JB Stock and also the 4.4.2 Stock for the D2302 (M2 Dual) and haven't been successful.
Would you please help point in the right direction?
Thanks in advance,
[Q&A] [TOOL] Native Root, Twrp recovery, Efs backup-Restore, and IMEI 4 in 1 tool fo
Q&A for [TOOL] Native Root, Twrp recovery, Efs backup-Restore, and IMEI 4 in 1 tool for Mi4i
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thanks :good: good job broo
still waiting
i cant root my mi 4i , how much time i should wait
Good to hear it helped u..
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ashuashu said:
i cant root my mi 4i , how much time i should wait
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Use the tool to root yr phone, its easy to use the tool if u hav problems, say here I will try to help u
root not stable
this root method is not stable i have tried and got antutu benchmark score 15000 so i have removed it wait for a developer rom guys............
dillivijay_vvs said:
this root method is not stable i have tried and got antutu benchmark score 15000 so i have removed it wait for a developer rom guys............
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its absolutely stable and result for ur low score is many apps running in background, use greenify and closse all apps then try benchmark
thank you wworrrkkeedddd like a charm
1. i root this device
2. i backup with imei
3. i flash recovery
4. i backup with imei
but I have not tried to use the restore
Help?
I'm stuck at this screen, help?
ValkryeX said:
I'm stuck at this screen, help?
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see instructions written if u stuck on waiting for device
Thanks
Manu11 said:
see instructions written if u stuck on waiting for device
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Thanks I figured it out by myself
i had to wait for "Android" driver to install automatically from windows update.
Will this method void warranty.
this usually happens if debugging is not enabled or drivers not present .Make sure proper drivers are installed. CHeck device manager any usb device is not showing exclamation mark. it should show as "android composite adb interface" .
Help;my rooted phone on auto update freezed in bootloop
i sucessfully rooted my mi4i as per above .Today my device got update and rebooting caused screen freezed at MI logo.as i am not aware how to open the phone and remove the battery.pl help me to come out of bootloop on update from mi server after rooting....
pl inform the method to restore my phone
a sharma
sharing is power
QA Bot said:
Q&A for [TOOL] Native Root, Twrp recovery, Efs backup-Restore, and IMEI 4 in 1 tool for Mi4i
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asharma7 said:
i sucessfully rooted my mi4i as per above .Today my device got update and rebooting caused screen freezed at MI logo.as i am not aware how to open the phone and remove the battery.pl help me to come out of bootloop on update from mi server after rooting....
pl inform the method to restore my phone
a sharma
sharing is power
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it is simple go to recovery mode( power key and vol+ key together) flash stable rom from sd card
a sharma
hi guys.....
asharma7 said:
it is simple go to recovery mode( power key and vol+ key together) flash stable rom from sd card
a sharma
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Where do we get the stable ROM?
Also if we do this would all the data be wiped?
Root on mi4i
can someone help me please!!! trying to root my mi4i and whatever I try it always stook on waiting for device - even ages after still waiting for device!!! What am I doing wrong or what am I not doing to get this wright? Thank you very much
where is imei backup locator
where is imei backup locator files i just backup imei incase something wrong.
fadnavismehul said:
Where do we get the stable ROM?
Also if we do this would all the data be wiped?
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U MAY DOWNLOAD LATEST ROM FROM http://en.miui.com/download.html
A SHARMA
SHARING IS POWER
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dikizahrudin said:
where is imei backup locator files i just backup imei incase something wrong.
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backup file in phone memory
a sharma
sharing is power
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krzys_333 said:
can someone help me please!!! trying to root my mi4i and whatever I try it always stook on waiting for device - even ages after still waiting for device!!! What am I doing wrong or what am I not doing to get this wright? Thank you very much
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if u have enable usb debugging in developers option in mi4i and installed adb minimal there should not be any issue..
a sharma
sharing is power