First flash, need help! - Mate 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello Everyone,
a friend brought me a Mate 8 from China and I want to switch from the AL10 version to an international one to get rid of the chinese base and to reintroduce google play and other apps to the phone. I simply dont speak chinese, you know?
The details:
Found Phone : HUAWEI NXT-AL10
Firmware : NXT-C00B197
I managed to unlock bootloader, get a twrp on in and to install SuperUser. The last two was difficult and I used the SRK tool from sonboons.
My first issue - I never could tick the function "unlock OEM" or so, because it is simply not shown in the "Developer Options". Is it ok to ignore that?
My second issue - Which Roms should I load onto my SDCard before wiping and installing them? When I look through the forums it always says something like "Before you flash this, go flash Version B1xx and then B3xx. Which Roms exactly need I flash in order to get from my B197 to a stock rom with google apps or a customized rom where I have google apps, minor optimazations and no bloatware?
If you have suggestions, you have my unlimited gratitude

This post may be useful for you: [GUIDE] How to switch to use stock firmware from other models
You can find all the official stock firmware here: Huawei Mate 8 Stock Firmware official thread
With regard to the bootloader, if you managed to install TWRP then your bootloader is already unlocked.

MuPp3t33r said:
This post may be useful for you: LINK THAT I CANNOT QUOTE YET
You can find all the official stock firmware here: LINK THAT I CANNOT QUOTE YET
With regard to the bootloader, if you managed to install TWRP then your bootloader is already unlocked.
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Thanks, the first link looked promising until I got to step 6 where the files of the oeminfo and custom.bin (C432) need to be downloaded - no longer available
Please help! I'll keep looking in the meantime...

Here is it for C432

letschky said:
Here is it for C432
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Thank you! I'll try this tomorrow!

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Download Full Package (system update)

I noticed some annoying bugs in Emui, so I thought "hey, why don't reinstall the OS" I tried it over HiSuite but it didn't worked out. After that i noticed the "download the full current package" button in System update. The button does nothing, is this normal? I'm just confused asf, the Mate 9 is my first device so idk. I also noticed that Huawei isnt offering the full roms anywhere where the public can find it easily. OnePlus & Samsung did a better job there... Is there even an easy way to reinstall the OS or update it manually?
idealfall1 said:
I noticed some annoying bugs in Emui, so I thought "hey, why don't reinstall the OS" I tried it over HiSuite but it didn't worked out. After that i noticed the "download the full current package" button in System update. The button does nothing, is this normal? I'm just confused asf, the Mate 9 is my first device so idk. I also noticed that Huawei isnt offering the full roms anywhere where the public can find it easily. OnePlus & Samsung did a better job there... Is there even an easy way to reinstall the OS or update it manually?
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Yes. It is normal when System Update doesn't download "full package", cause it checks current and choose not download same version.
And yes. Huawei doesn't offer full ROMs in easy places. They post all ROMs on HiCloud (Huawei Cloud Resource) silently. In a few cases they can post ROMs on Huawei official site, but it is too rare.
Huawei thinks that no necessary to told everyone that new version is coming, cause they are using method with OTA updates.
And no. There is no easy way to reinstall OS or update manually, but with some exceptions.
Current free method uses modified recovery to force update. It requires bootloader unlock procedure (unlock forces factory reset procedure). Additionally method requires some knowledge how whole process is running.
There is paid method also. It is easy in general and you should DNS setup only. But a few percents are choosing pay for service what helps people to install free ROMs.
5[Strogino said:
;73023612]Yes. It is normal when System Update doesn't download "full package", cause it checks current and choose not download same version.
And yes. Huawei doesn't offer full ROMs in easy places. They post all ROMs on HiCloud (Huawei Cloud Resource) silently. In a few cases they can post ROMs on Huawei official site, but it is too rare.
Huawei thinks that no necessary to told everyone that new version is coming, cause they are using method with OTA updates.
And no. There is no easy way to reinstall OS or update manually, but with some exceptions.
Current free method uses modified recovery to force update. It requires bootloader unlock procedure (unlock forces factory reset procedure). Additionally method requires some knowledge how whole process is running.
There is paid method also. It is easy in general and you should DNS setup only. But a few percents are choosing pay for service what helps people to install free ROMs.
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OK thanks, than I will wait for the next OTA
5[Strogino] said:
Yes. It is normal when System Update doesn't download "full package", cause it checks current and choose not download same version.
And yes. Huawei doesn't offer full ROMs in easy places. They post all ROMs on HiCloud (Huawei Cloud Resource) silently. In a few cases they can post ROMs on Huawei official site, but it is too rare.
Huawei thinks that no necessary to told everyone that new version is coming, cause they are using method with OTA updates.
And no. There is no easy way to reinstall OS or update manually, but with some exceptions.
Current free method uses modified recovery to force update. It requires bootloader unlock procedure (unlock forces factory reset procedure). Additionally method requires some knowledge how whole process is running.
There is paid method also. It is easy in general and you should DNS setup only. But a few percents are choosing pay for service what helps people to install free ROMs.
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Are you serious ??
@idealfall1
The easy place to download firmware is firmware finder on Google play store they have all Huawei firmware for all model...
Or we have this site
http://hwmt.ru/oth/HWFF/info/view.php?find_model=
Find your model number and download it.
And for finish we have a very very easy way to force re-installing firmware without root or flash recovery or paid solution or unlock bootloader... It's the 3 button method !!!
Create a folder in external SD card, call him dload and put firmware (update.app) in, turn off your phone press volume down + volume up + power in the same time and voilà
Sorry for my bad english
Lykeul said:
Are you serious ??
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Absolutely.
Lykeul said:
The easy place to download firmware is firmware finder on Google play store they have all Huawei firmware for all model...
Or we have this site
http://hwmt.ru/oth/HWFF/info/view.php?find_model=
Find your model number and download it.
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Huawei Firmware Finder is private project of enthusiasts. They don't host any firmware and only help people to find ROM in HiCloud. But question from idealfall1 was why Huawei isnt offering the full roms anywhere where the public can find it easily. Other manufacturers do it.
Lykeul said:
And for finish we have a very very easy way to force re-installing firmware without root or flash recovery or paid solution or unlock bootloader... It's the 3 button method !!!
Create a folder in external SD card, call him dload and put firmware (update.app) in, turn off your phone press volume down + volume up + power in the same time and voilà
Sorry for my bad english
:good:
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Do you have Mate 9? Did you try install something with 3-button method? I tried many times. It is not working.
In case of Mate 9 Huawei added special tag "UPDATE_ONLINE" in rom. And most roms are with this tag will not install via 3-button...
5[Strogino] said:
Absolutely.
Huawei Firmware Finder is private project of enthusiasts. They don't host any firmware and only help people to find ROM in HiCloud. But question from idealfall1 was why Huawei isnt offering the full roms anywhere where the public can find it easily. Other manufacturers do it.
Do you have Mate 9? Did you try install something with 3-button method? I tried many times. It is not working.
In case of Mate 9 Huawei added special tag "UPDATE_ONLINE" in rom. And most roms are with this tag will not install via 3-button...
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Yes I have ONE MHA-L29C185 and I upgraded my phone with this method so maybe work for him,
Lykeul said:
Yes I have ONE MHA-L29C185 and I upgraded my phone with this method so maybe work for him,
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If you are right, so it is very good news!
5 or 6 months nobody can't install roms via 3-button. There are only 3 service ROMs with tag "offline_update".
What exact version do you have? I will download and check for tag.
5[Strogino said:
;73024144]Absolutely.
Huawei Firmware Finder is private project of enthusiasts....
...It is not working. In case of Mate 9 Huawei added special tag "UPDATE_ONLINE" in rom. And most roms are with this tag will not install via 3-button...
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Ok, conclusion time. Mate 9 users cannot update via 3-button because of this special flag/string. Does the firmware finder work? It's technically an online update, right? I'm a little bit confused... Firmware Finder found for me some FWs from june... Can I install them? Sorry I'm not looking through this mess xD
When I buy it they are in b126 version and upload on b138 but if the 3 button method don't work for update firmware like you say may be can work for him because he want flash the same version of firmware, are you fellow my reasoning ?
idealfall1 said:
Ok, conclusion time. Mate 9 users cannot update via 3-button because of this special flag/string. Does the firmware finder work? It's technically an online update, right? I'm a little bit confused... Firmware Finder found for me some FWs from june... Can I install them? Sorry I'm not looking through this mess xD
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If you're using FF, you must know that it forces ROM to system update.
Workflow is simple:
1. Find ROM
2. Force to system update
System Update will download ROM by self, like update is coming from Huawei officially.
But Huawei prevents this trick on very new ROMs and additionally checks for authorization.
In it's turn, FF can check ROM too, tries to reproduce Huawei's routine.
So, if you want install latest rom, you have to use method with modified recovery to force update.
If you want install old ROM - force update via FF.
P.s. We are all huaweied
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Lykeul said:
When I buy it they are in b126 version and upload on b138 but if the 3 button method don't work for update firmware like you say may be can work for him because he want flash the same version of firmware, are you fellow my reasoning ?
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Yeah. Good idea.
Three button reset does not work with the Mate 9.
It just doesn't.
You can only factory reset if you're on stock.
That applies to ALL stock firmware as far as I know.

I need help on unrooting my device and getting regular updates as before

Hello,
I purchased my mate 9 early January 2017. And a week after that I got the unlock code and rooted it. However I do not use any custom roms or any root utilities. I just want to get the regular updates and lock and unroot the phone as if I bought it the very first day.
I made a search and could not figure out, if someone could direct me to a message or a link I would be very grateful.
Thanks.
I want to get the original oreo update when it is released.
bluecry said:
I made a search and could not figure out, if someone could direct me to a message or a link I would be very grateful.
Thanks.
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In your case the best way is to force update via Firmware Finder (In-App Proxy option). Choose same number (FullOTA) as you have and simply flash. Factory Reset is recommended.
Thanks a lot Strogino. May I ask how to force update through FF? What is FF?
go to erecovery, download and make update, you will go back to bl locked with official.
bluecry said:
Thanks a lot Strogino. May I ask how to force update through FF? What is FF?
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FF is Huawei Firmware Finder. It is database with links to official ROMs (they are on HiCloud physically) and tool that can force any ROM to flash via system update function.
Guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ma...ing-b138-using-firmware-t3557089/post74351819
Try this method https://forum.xda-developers.com/mate-9/how-to/guide-mate-9-flash-update-package-t3593108
Read carefully and follow the instructions for updating.

Nokia 3 8.0 Root - Is there a working method, or NOT?

Hello,
this is the very first time here at XDA Developers Forum that I do not find clear information about rooting a smartphone. I am talking about this Nokia 3 updated with OREO 8.0. Only a lot of confusion reading your posts, sirs. Nobody that is telling if rooting this model is possibile or not. So... can anyone says if it is possibile and how to do that, in a clear and simple manner?
Thanks and regards!
jimgordon said:
Hello,
this is the very first time here at XDA Developers Forum that I do not find clear information about rooting a smartphone. I am talking about this Nokia 3 updated with OREO 8.0. Only a lot of confusion reading your posts, sirs. Nobody that is telling if rooting this model is possibile or not. So... can anyone says if it is possibile and how to do that, in a clear and simple manner?
Thanks and regards!
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here you go
https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-3/how-to/guide-how-to-flash-twrp-magisk-t3785768
this thread should be on Q&A.
Hello,
thanks for your reply. I already read this thread.
So since I am on OREO, it seems I have firstly to downgrade to Nougat. Can someone please tell me how to do that, posting links to the official 7.0 rom, the software and a short guide? Somewhere I read you have to use OST, somewhere else SP Flash Tool...
Thanks in advance and regards
Cosimo
Hello again...
I am trying to downgrade my Nokia 3 8.0 to Nougat, in order to unlock the bootloader.
I have searched a lot for an official 7.0 rom... nothing official... I tryed to follow this guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-3/development/nokia-3-official-firmware-india-uae-t3674320
Managed to install and get a working copy of OST. Connected and start flashing the rom NE1-147I-ind-0-00WW-B02.nb0 (the one I thought it was the earlier one, since nobody wrote "7, 8, or another number" in the file name). OST got stuck at "Reflash service bootloader..."
Can anyone please write a clear guide on how to proceed to root a Nokia 3 OREO that was never ever unlocked before (i mean with bootload never unlocked)? I am going crazy, really...
jimgordon said:
Hello again...
I am trying to downgrade my Nokia 3 8.0 to Nougat, in order to unlock the bootloader.
I have searched a lot for an official 7.0 rom... nothing official... I tryed to follow this guide:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/nokia-3/development/nokia-3-official-firmware-india-uae-t3674320
Managed to install and get a working copy of OST. Connected and start flashing the rom NE1-147I-ind-0-00WW-B02.nb0 (the one I thought it was the earlier one, since nobody wrote "7, 8, or another number" in the file name). OST got stuck at "Reflash service bootloader..."
Can anyone please write a clear guide on how to proceed to root a Nokia 3 OREO that was never ever unlocked before (i mean with bootload never unlocked)? I am going crazy, really...
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flash UAE version of nb0 if IND doesn't flash, that's Android 7.0 May 2017 Security Patch, unlock and lock bootloader there and apply OTA updates from notification up to latest update. Then follow guide.
SkaboXD said:
flash UAE version of nb0 if IND doesn't flash, that's Android 7.0 May 2017 Security Patch, unlock and lock bootloader there and apply OTA updates from notification up to latest update. Then follow guide.
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Hi, thanks again for your precious support. Can you give me a link to download the UAE version of the firmware? At this address: https://mega.nz/#F!1ENgnThL!FyL9uYCC3Dq-16elThKAPg I can only find the IND one.
Regards
jimgordon said:
Hi, thanks again for your precious support. Can you give me a link to download the UAE version of the firmware? At this address: https://mega.nz/#F!1ENgnThL!FyL9uYCC3Dq-16elThKAPg I can only find the IND one.
Regards
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oh they deleted it it was before. I have it on PC, but PC can't turn on.
I have found the file elsewhere... NE1-147C-UAE-0-00WW-B01.nb0
I have tried to upload using OST, and got the same result: stuck at "Reflash service bootloader..."
Is there someone that can help me?
jimgordon said:
I have found the file elsewhere... NE1-147C-UAE-0-00WW-B01.nb0
I have tried to upload using OST, and got the same result: stuck at "Reflash service bootloader..."
Is there someone that can help me?
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which ost la version you have?
I finally managed to downgrade to Nougat 7.0.
Now, in order to get root, do I have to unlock bootloader first? Can I obtain the code only via a request to the_laser (that didn't answer me) or can I use an online tool ?
jimgordon said:
I finally managed to downgrade to Nougat 7.0.
Now, in order to get root, do I have to unlock bootloader first? Can I obtain the code only via a request to the_laser (that didn't answer me) or can I use an online tool ?
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you need to unlock bootloader first, and you can PM code i will send you key, use only OTA through notification, don't use OST LA for this guide.
Can you tell the way you downgraded ur Nokia 3
jimgordon said:
I finally managed to downgrade to Nougat 7.0.
Now, in order to get root, do I have to unlock bootloader first? Can I obtain the code only via a request to the_laser (that didn't answer me) or can I use an online tool ?
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Hi,
can u tell me the method in which you downgraded Nokia 3 from 8.0 to 7, also were u able to unlock the boot loader and root the device. Waiting for your reply as one of my friend also wanna do the same.

Rebrand AL00 to L-29 script found, link in post!

Hi!
So i found a rebrand script for AL00 to L-29 on 4pda.ru through the https://forum.xda-developers.com/ma...-mate-20-x-global00ized-2-0-emui-9-1-t3920956 thread, by joining thier telegram group. For it to work an unlocked bl is required ofc, wich i have.
I haven't tested it, maybe someone with more knowledge could take a look at it? Here's the link http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=932930&st=920#entry89756746
//Virtualxp
Work for me al00 yo l29
That sounds great just what I have been waiting for.
Can you please share instructions?
Edit sorry just send the links they had not displayed before
Another edit... The script you link too no longer exists..
ooMoo said:
That sounds great just what I have been waiting for.
Can you please share instructions?
Edit sorry just send the links they had not displayed before
Another edit... The script you link too no longer exists..
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I downloaded it, so i have it. I could share it but since i have no idea if it works, maybe it's best if somone with more knowledge looks at it first.
Anyone interested?
//Virtualxp
Need .135 AL00 just select option 1 and done
http://www.mediafire.com/file/jl4edkdt21hi52j/Mate%2B20X%2BRebrand.7z/file
Kurocham said:
Need .135 AL00 just select option 1 and done
http://www.mediafire.com/file/jl4edkdt21hi52j/Mate%2B20X%2BRebrand.7z/file
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After rebrand from AL00 to L29, can I rebrand from L29 back to AL00? Unlock bootloader code still working? Thanks
Somebody tried?
Is it possible to change launcher then?
What about further updated, who knows.
Ok, let ask this and hopefully those who tried it already can provide an answer.
*The script is for changing your OEM info correct? Rebranding means being able to use L29 firmware as well. Can you explain how or what method did you use to flash L29 firmware?
*The instructions does not say it but do we need an L29 update.zip firmware ready?
*After FULLY rebranding your AL00 TO L29, can you now use 3rd party Launcher?
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On telegram group, guy who done this few times said that you can change launcher and that it works only on 123, not 135...
flatronics said:
Ok, let ask this and hopefully those who tried it already can provide an answer.
*The script is for changing your OEM info correct? Rebranding means being able to use L29 firmware as well. Can you explain how or what method did you use to flash L29 firmware?
*The instructions does not say it but do we need an L29 update.zip firmware ready?
*After FULLY rebranding your AL00 TO L29, can you now use 3rd party Launcher?
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read all post since here, explain how rebrand mate 20 until mate 20x
http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=940846&st=520:good:
I know about this thread. I'm the one who shared it in telegram group.
I've been reading this thread but not much information or answer really that's why I'm asking those who tried it already in effort to get more information/facts.
Kurocham said:
read all post since here, explain how rebrand mate 20 until mate 20x
http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=940846&st=520:good:
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Hi people!
Think i'm gonna try this today, but if someone has tested this. When rebranded have you also tested the option to Flash the L-29/global firmware and does it work? Is there a specific firmware you must flash first, or can i Flash the latest L-29 firmware directly?
//Virtualxp
Kurocham said:
Work for me al00 yo l29
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Hi!
Iv'e been at this script several Times today.
Nothing works all the options does same thing, flashes recovery_ramdisk reboots, then tells me to hold power button+volume up. All that does is takeing me to eRecovery, then if I reboot the phone to fastboot, it says Flash firmware+cust in upgrade mode. Hit any key, i do that and the Windows closes nothing more. So how did you manage to rebrand? And when rebranded do you use L-29 firmware and get the system updates for the global version?
//Virtualxp
Virtualxp said:
Hi!
Iv'e been at this script several Times today.
Nothing works all the options does same thing, flashes recovery_ramdisk reboots, then tells me to hold power button+volume up. All that does is takeing me to eRecovery, then if I reboot the phone to fastboot, it says Flash firmware+cust in upgrade mode. Hit any key, i do that and the Windows closes nothing more. So how did you manage to rebrand? And when rebranded do you use L-29 firmware and get the system updates for the global version?
//Virtualxp
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Are you try to use erecovery update FW L29 (after script change OEMINFO from AL00 To L29)
Hey @Vuhein, so when the device boot to erecovery after running the script it should do an OTA update and download L29 firmware?
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flatronics said:
Hey @Vuhein, so when the device boot to erecovery after running the script it should do an OTA update and download L29 firmware?
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I Think do it to go to fresh L29 fw.
vuhien said:
Are you try to use erecovery update FW L29 (after script change OEMINFO from AL00 To L29)
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Hi!
I checked and nothing seems to change, ofc i cant check directly efter the script has run, becuase then it wants me to boot into erecovery. But if i turn it off, and start it in fastboot, it says same info again.
In erecovery it says downloaded latest recovery+firmware, but i'm afriad it will download latest AL00 firmware instead. Then i Will not be able to install transformation rom becuase of erofs is present in newer fw.
//Virtualxp
Virtualxp said:
Hi!
I checked and nothing seems to change, ofc i cant check directly efter the script has run, becuase then it wants me to boot into erecovery. But if i turn it off, and start it in fastboot, it says same info again.
In erecovery it says downloaded latest recovery+firmware, but i'm afriad it will download latest AL00 firmware instead. Then i Will not be able to install transformation rom becuase of erofs is present in newer fw.
//Virtualxp
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In theory, if you successfully changed OEMINFO AL00 to L29, then through erecovery downloaded latest recovery+firmware will restore the default FW of L29 (The oeminfo of L29 has been flashed to your device).
Hi.. has anyone managed this successfully? I desperately want to do this though am worried to brick my only device (That I currently can't afford to replace)
My device is currently AL00 9.1.0.135 is this the correct version for this script?
Could anyone do a detailed guide. For us worried people... Happy to contribute beer money, after successful rebrand if required.
Also I noticed looking at the script it installs Magisk to do whatever it does.... Will this trigger anything (like Samsung has Knox) as I don't want to be stuck with not being able to use gpay and banking etc.....?
Would I be able to remove Magisk after and go back to "stock"?
Sorry for all the questions just trying to work it all out before I take the plunge.
Kurocham said:
read all post since here, explain how rebrand mate 20 until mate 20x
http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=940846&st=520:good:
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So now i think i tested more or less every way, i could think of. Nothing changes and nothing helps.
You say that read the posts in 4pda.ru forum, but i haven't read anything that could help in those posts.
If someone would look at it, I would be grateful
//Virtualxp

Question Revert back to stock rom

I just bought a Xiaomi Fold 2 and it has multi lang. on it and the current MIUI version is 13. I cannot upgrade it to 14 and it also has some freezing problems from time to time.
How can I install the original Xiaomi rom on it ? So the one with only English and Chinese and the one that can be upgraded ota to MIUI14?
Prydateer said:
I just bought a Xiaomi Fold 2 and it has multi lang. on it and the current MIUI version is 13. I cannot upgrade it to 14 and it also has some freezing problems from time to time.
How can I install the original Xiaomi rom on it ? So the one with only English and Chinese and the one that can be upgraded ota to MIUI14?
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What is the full rom name?
Your model is 22061218C, code name zizhan?
These questions, because of the multilanguage, because this model is for the Chinese market and the stock roms are all CN.(Chinese,English).
Thanks for your quick reply
Is my attschment enough for info ?
Stock Rom, can you confirm the model: all specs/model
Check my second attachment
Everything matches.
If you go to update it, check for updates?
The bootloader is locked?
22061218C
Update says "can't download updates"
I had the Xiaomi Fold 2 last year too and after a factory reset that phone and had English language and all the stock Chinese apps.
This Fold 2 has multi language after reset and also has all Google apps installed by default and none of the stock Chinese apps.
Have you tried with WIFI and/or changing regions?
Bootloader?
Yes tried with wifi.
What you mean with change region?
And what is bootloader?
What you mean with change region?
Settings/additional parameters/région
And what is bootloader?
BL lock is short for BootLoader. It is a small program that runs before the operation of the operating system kernel. In an effort to prevent third-party apps from hacking into the three-party batch system and modifying the system configuration file, which may lead to user information leaking, Mi phone has added BL lock. When reinstallation or ROOT is required, the BL lock must be unlocked before the operation can proceed.
If you unlock it you can install the rom you want and relock it.
Thanks and sorry for the dumb questions from my side
Which region should I try ?
And how do I check this bootloader thing?
Prydateer said:
Thanks and sorry for the dumb questions from my side
Which region should I try ?
And how do I check this bootloader thing?
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If you are in Europe, Belgium for example, otherwise the USA, etc. try several regions.
Bootloader:
How to check if your Xiaomi device has bootloader unlocked - xiaomiui
If you bought a device second hand or from anywhere not official, it might have it's bootloader unlocked. Theres quite easy ways to check if bootloader of a
xiaomiui.net
My device seems unlocked. So I have to lock it back ?
Nope, if you want to install a MIUI14 version.
Yes I want to but can you help me out how ?
Prydateer said:
Yes I want to but can you help me out how ?
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If you are not at the origin of the unlocking and the device was purchased new, the seller unlocked the bootloader to install Google services and multilanguage, which would explain why you do not receive updates.
By flashing the latest MIUI 14 version, you will have to reinstall everything.
That's no problem to reinstall everything.
How do I do this "flashing to MIUI14" exactly ?
Prydateer said:
That's no problem to reinstall everything.
How do I do this "flashing to MIUI14" exactly ?
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Use this tool:DONT RELOCK THE BOOTLOADER
MIFLASH[GUIDE]⚙ USE XIAOMI FLASH TOOL
FOR ALL XIAOMI BOOTLOADER MUST BE UNLOCKED https://new.c.mi.com/global/post/101245 https://en.miui.com/unlock/index.html ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All your data...
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with this rom TGZ
Package Name: zizhan_images_V14.0.3.0.TLRCNXM_20230109.0000.00_13.0_cn_1507812319.tgz​
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Ok, so I downloaded miui_ZIZHAN_V14.0.3.0.TLRCNXM_fd17f7613f_13.0.zip but the manual (https://forum.xda-developers.com/t/flash-tool-guide-use-xiaomi-flash-tool.4262425/) says that I need to have a TGZ file? I extracted the ZIP file but I cannot find a TGZ file in the folder

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