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[Q] Can bootloader be unlocked with GDX v025?

I read this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1436957
but i don't have the stock ROM, and was wondering if i can unlock the bootloader on GDX v025. I have a W8 with 11W20 and i plan on installing MiniCM9. Also, i read this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24304432
What does he mean about flashing it to Gingerbread ROMs? I'd appreciate the help.
And is getting the stock ROM as simple as downloading it and then flashing it with CWM? and will i need to update it to the latest basebands or is there one already updates that's available?
Thanks

AlchiManche said:
I read this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1436957
but i don't have the stock ROM, and was wondering if i can unlock the bootloader on GDX v025. I have a W8 with 11W20 and i plan on installing MiniCM9. Also, i read this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24304432
What does he mean about flashing it to Gingerbread ROMs? I'd appreciate the help.
And is getting the stock ROM as simple as downloading it and then flashing it with CWM? and will i need to update it to the latest basebands or is there one already updates that's available?
Thanks
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It's is highly advisable to be on stock ROM. Just flash it via PCC/SEUS. Why this is required , I don't know. But always people recommend unlocking on stock ROM. I too would therefore recommend the same. Get back to stock ROM
Don't risk it by unlocking on GDx v025
What he means that the kernel is meant for ICS ROMS only and is NOT meant for GB or stock ROMS

Another thing
So...
1) Flash Stock Rom using SEUS (will this be the one with the latest baseband and will my phone still be rooted?)
2) Unlock Bootloader while on Stock Rom (as stated here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1436957)
3) Flash ICS kernel while on Stock Rom (as stated here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24304432)
4) Flash MiniCM9 (as stated here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1575094)
Am i right?
Also, is it necessary to install all to Google Apps which nAa has provided a link to?
And where does the currently rooted state of my phone lie in all of this?
Thanks

AlchiManche said:
So...
1) Flash Stock Rom using SEUS (will this be the one with the latest baseband and will my phone still be rooted?)
2) Unlock Bootloader while on Stock Rom (as stated here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1436957)
3) Flash ICS kernel while on Stock Rom (as stated here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24304432)
4) Flash MiniCM9 (as stated here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1575094)
Am i right?
Also, is it necessary to install all to Google Apps which nAa has provided a link to?
And where does the currently rooted state of my phone lie in all of this?
Thanks
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Not sure about SEUS , but if you use PCC , your phone gets unrooted.
I guess both ways, you have to root again. But that's not a cumbersome task. Just use superoneclick and then place xrecovery files in /system/bin
Just make sure that after flashing the kernel , you flash the ROM directly after it. If you reboot your phone after flashing the kernel , you will encounter a soft brick.
It is not necessary , but recommended. I would suggest that you flash Gapps (Google Apps) , and then manually remove the applications you do not want by using apps like "Root Uninstaller" from the Play Store.
I did not understand your last question.
I am 99.999% sure of what all I told you is correct. However , since I have a locked bootloader , I might have missed somewhere (I'm sure I have not though)

I unlocked my 11w18 with GDX , no problems
Sent from my X8 running nAa and D_d piece of art called MiniCM9.

That's for xRecovery. But MiniCM9 requires CWM to install...instructions please?

AlchiManche said:
That's for xRecovery. But MiniCM9 requires CWM to install...instructions please?
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Download x8toolbox and install it. Its the easiest way.
Sent from my X8 using xda premium

AlchiManche said:
That's for xRecovery. But MiniCM9 requires CWM to install...instructions please?
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This thread should help --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1117100&highlight=toolbox

Another Question...
Sorry to keep bugging you, but do you need ADB Shell or something similar to run the scripts mentioned? Or is it just a simple double click?
Thanks

Thanks Everyone
WooHoo MiniCM 9
Thread is good as closed

AlchiManche said:
WooHoo MiniCM 9
Thread is good as closed
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.....Only God knows how much I miss those excitement
Congrats!Lets me give u your first thanks as a gift.

zmuhammx said:
.....Only God knows how much I miss those excitement
Congrats!Lets me give u your first thanks as a gift.
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You rule!!!
Sent from my X8 using xda premium

[STOCK][ROOTED][9.1.A.1.145][T]Official Firmware - Odexed & Deodexed[25/7/13]

The latest firmware 9.1.A.1.145 was made available in an FTF file here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43934312&postcount=26
All I have done is use dsixdas kitchen to make it into a flashable zip for people who want to stay 100% but with root.
Note:
- This does not include the CWM for locked bootloaders so you must flash that after this, download here
- There is both Odexed and Deodexed, chose wisely
- Busybox is installed
- If you forget to install the kernel you will constantly be getting a 9.1.A.1.145 update notification, this is because the software is up to date but the kernel will not be and is reading the version from that.
- It is orange branded, but there is root so just remove the apps you don't want and choose the 'Xperia' theme to get the unbranded look and feel
Installation:
Note: This is for locked bootloaders, if you are on an unlocked bootloader I trust you are smart enough to know what to do.
Step 1 - Download both the kernel and the ROM (chose either odex or deodex version)
Step 2 - Copy the ROM and Kernel to your phone
Step 3a - A wipe is recommended but could but skipped, this is up to you, but if problems occur, deal with it.
Step 3b - Flash the ROM in CWM recovery
Step 4 - Flash the Kernel in CWM recovery
Step 5 - Flash the CWM for locked bootloaders
Step 6 - Reboot
Step 7 - Profit!
ROM:
Odexed
Download: http://fs1.androidfilesharing.com/7c9c6e82ba2f2b7e
md5: 4B4C1DC14174B19773C22AB772C241B3
Mirror: http://dfiles.eu/files/yvhmmw4bc
Deodexed
Download: http://fs1.androidfilesharing.com/3ac19550d20ca2ad
md5: 43E2A7EEDD682E31662A9657CD39CB96
Mirror: https://mega.co.nz/#!s05wFaBL!XusqZF7VjanKd-Q5lw69xkUpVrF4Zt_xuI4PLpjupIo
Kernel:
Download: http://fs1.androidfilesharing.com/590ef448cc28143a
md5: 9FEB15E2284A7AA4AC24A00123F609AF
Mirror: http://d-h.st/MBI
To Debloat:
Use this: http://d-h.st/M1D
Note:
- Flash in CWM recovery
Credits:
TiMiN8R for his updater script, kernel.zip and for generally being awesome
dsixda for the kitchen which makes this process simpler
macioo85 for the ftf file
Phoenix-Lead for the AndroidFileSharing
DaRk-L0rD for the debloat script
P.S - Special thanks to Phoenix-Lead for hosting the files

I will set you up with an account on my server in a bit. 750MB Max upload
Sent from my LT30p using xda premium

Phoenix-Lead said:
I will set you up with an account on my server in a bit. 750MB Max upload
Sent from my LT30p using xda premium
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That'd be awesome

Will download from the new links once there up. going to take nearly an hour on the links you have now :silly:

I've got a deodexed version now as well for those who'd prefer that.
I'll upload both to android file sharing tomorrow and leave the deposit files as a mirror, but I need to go to bed now so if you can bear the slow download go for it, or wait til tomorrow (I'll start the upload in the morning)

At the image, the baseband seems to be .56, but mine is .51
I have reflashed only baseband using .145 FTF file, put it's still .51 baseband.
How do you got .56 baseband?

AndroidFileSharing.com Mirror coming soon
The mirror will be up in about 3 minutes!
Edit: I guess it was a fast 3 minutes!
http://androidfilesharing.com/sharing1/data/public/6f9eb0.php
Let me know how the speeds are. Matt, I uploaded it under your account

Waiting for deodexed version.thank you mate.its been a while.
Sent from my LT30p using xda premium

Uploading deodexed version now for whoever wants it, I'll post the link when it's done.

tdttester said:
At the image, the baseband seems to be .56, but mine is .51
I have reflashed only baseband using .145 FTF file, put it's still .51 baseband.
How do you got .56 baseband?
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I wouldn't worry too much about that, afaik baseband is often region specific so it doesn't really matter what number you have as long as it works. the high number isn't necessarily a higher version as such

Anyone can tell me different between 9.1.A.1.145 and 9.1.A.1.141 ????:good::good::good::good::good:

nghia3d said:
Anyone can tell me different between 9.1.A.1.145 and 9.1.A.1.141 ????:good::good::good::good::good:
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it's basically just bug fixes and further optimization, majority of changes are in the kernel I believe

Kernel must be flashed via flashtool means No chance for locked bootloader?

thunder141 said:
Kernel must be flashed via flashtool means No chance for locked bootloader?
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Flashtool, not fastboot. It works fine on locked bootloaders. I have a locked bootloader and tested this all last night

So first flash firmware ftf, then kernal ftf?
Anything to take care of?
Mirror possible for kernel?
Thx for your patience

thunder141 said:
So first flash firmware ftf, then kernal ftf?
Anything to take care of?
Mirror possible for kernel?
Thx for your patience
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I'll mirror the kernel to androidfilesharing once the deodexed version has finished uploading.
boot into cwm recovery, flash this, flash cwm for locked bootloaders, power off, boot into flashmode, flash the kernel ftf, reboot.
I'll add these instructions to the OP once uploading is all done so it's clearer for everyone

Deodexed version is up:
http://androidfilesharing.com/sharing1/data/public/6d559e.php
43E2A7EEDD682E31662A9657CD39CB96

Im having a brain fart, im currently on this firmware but unrooted, should i flash back to 141 and root, then install this from CWM !!!

i have just flashed the kernel on .142. is it fine?

BigD18t said:
Im having a brain fart, im currently on this firmware but unrooted, should i flash back to 141 and root, then install this from CWM !!!
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Yes
strangerz89 said:
i have just flashed the kernel on .142. is it fine?
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Should be
Sent from my LT30p using Tapatalk 2

xperia v working cwm?

I have installed cwm 6 but when i install someting its dosn't install so i wondering did cwm are bad or what ? Becouse i tryed install rom and ita looped can any one give working cwm ? Im on locked bootloader.

Ainster said:
I have installed cwm 6 but when i install someting its dosn't install so i wondering did cwm are bad or what ? Becouse i tryed install rom and ita looped can any one give working cwm ? Im on locked bootloader.
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i think you installed custom rom on a locked bootlaoder. so it gave you bootloop. or may be flashed incompatible rom. i just think so . try this maybe http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2012738

romeoofair said:
i think you installed custom rom on a locked bootlaoder. so it gave you bootloop. or may be flashed incompatible rom. i just think so . try this maybe http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2012738
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thanks ill try i was installed http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2491552 this rom and gives me bootloop black version

Ainster said:
thanks ill try i was installed http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2491552 this rom and gives me bootloop black version
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are you deodexed? because i think this rom needs to be deodexed. because i dont think its problem with cmw recovery

romeoofair said:
are you deodexed? because i think this rom needs to be deodexed. because i dont think its problem with cmw recovery
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i don't know really im on fully stock rooted.

Ainster said:
i don't know really im on fully stock rooted.
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if you have .odex files in system/app and system/framework it is odexed .otherwise its deodexed

romeoofair said:
if you have .odex files in system/app and system/framework it is odexed .otherwise its deodexed
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than rom are .odex but when i install new custom rom did files are not delleted ?

Ainster said:
than rom are .odex but when i install new custom rom did files are not delleted ?
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no they wont delete . if the rom req deodexed and if yours is odexed you will get bootloops.

romeoofair said:
no they wont delete . if the rom req deodexed and if yours is odexed you will get bootloops.
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Than how i can deodex rom ?

Ainster said:
Than how i can deodex rom ?
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you can either search in the forum on how to deodex or you can flash a deodexed stock rom. check it on xv android development page. if you have your bootloader unlocked .try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2616913. even this may help you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2237184

No im with locked bootloader so i wanna 4.1 honami black version.

Ainster said:
No im with locked bootloader so i wanna 4.1 honami black version.
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then unfortunately you wont be able to flash that rom you gave me i think

How to flash Just Kernel From Stock FTF Rom file ?

Hello,
I have successfully rooted my sony xperia SP 4.3 but now i want to install stock kernel from stock FTF rom file what should i do to install the stock kernel just....

asking said:
Hello,
I have successfully rooted my sony xperia SP 4.3 but now i want to install stock kernel from stock FTF rom file what should i do to install the stock kernel just....
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Here it is...

Pulsa said:
Here it is...
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OK that's wonderful it worked Now phone is super smooth and rooted

asking said:
OK that's wonderful it worked Now phone is super smooth and rooted
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Good to hear that
Can you press the thanks button too please

stock kernel
Hello for flashing stock kernel from stock ftf , can't i just exclude kernel and check others or i have to uncheck kernel fota data cache appslog ?????

My first custom ROM flashing related queries

I am using Xperia SP C5303 with stock 4.3 (build 12.1.A.1.207) and CWM installed .
I want to unlock the boot loader via flashtool which I know how to but after that I want to use ArchXperia LP Edition v1.2.4 ROM in my SP.
Guys please tell me after unlocking the BL what should I do?

[email protected] said:
I am using Xperia SP C5303 with stock 4.3 (build 12.1.A.1.207) and CWM installed .
I want to unlock the boot loader via flashtool which I know how to but after that I want to use ArchXperia LP Edition v1.2.4 ROM in my SP.
Guys please tell me after unlocking the BL what should I do?
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Get yourself a recovery and flash the ROM
How about you use my tutorial as a guidance? Link is in the signature.
Edit: here it is http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/general/guide-flashing-custom-roms-ultimate-xsp-t2888579

TechnoSparks said:
Get yourself a recovery and flash the ROM
How about you use my tutorial as a guidance? Link is in the signature.
Edit: here it is http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-sp/general/guide-flashing-custom-roms-ultimate-xsp-t2888579
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Can I flash without custom kernel? I unlocked my BL already.

[email protected] said:
Can I flash without custom kernel? I unlocked my BL already.
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If you are following the guide, the custom kernel was intended to give you an access to a recovery. Once you flashed the ROM zip the custom kernel will be gone and you will be running the kernel that was packaged with the custom ROM that you have chose to flash.