Database Develop

[ROM][CWM][Recovery][Pre-Rooted]Tablet Z Stock 10.1.C.0.370 -Reboot FIX Included

Just share the ROM using now, for those who want to keep BL locked.
Please note that this is a Japan version, for WiFi models.
STOCK 10.1.C.0.370 JP
Recovery Pre-installed
Pre-Rooted
Reboot issue Fixed (Credit goes to @Carceri, Modified a bit to make it work. Another solution by @[NUT] :[Locked Bootloader] The definitive root Remount-Reboot fix!)
Init.d support
Nothing more～
Download Here：
Part1 Part2
Installation:
1. Backup everything in case of any bad luck.
2a. Flash 370 FTF without system and data.
2b.1. Or update to 370 official with SONY Update Service for more insurance (This will WIPE EVERYTHING if 370 already installed/it failed to update, Confirm your Backup 65535 times before start).
2b.2. Unplug and Flash 344 FTF, system only.
3. Get root with Bin4ry's tool.
4. Install Recovery.
5. Flash the zip.

does bootloader need to be unlocked for this?

shaun.s said:
does bootloader need to be unlocked for this?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No，it's for locked BL so recovery and root/su are integrated, which can be provided by a custom kernel.

Fishmanzero said:
No，it's for locked BL so recovery and root/su are integrated, which can be provided by a custom kernel.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
you rock!
thanks downloading now
---------- Post added at 06:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:17 PM ----------
Fishmanzero said:
No，it's for locked BL so recovery and root/su are integrated, which can be provided by a custom kernel.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
is this for 16GB version?
I have 32GB LTE

shaun.s said:
you rock!
thanks downloading now
---------- Post added at 06:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:17 PM ----------
is this for 16GB version?
I have 32GB LTE
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Internal storage size doesn't matter in this case I think, but 10.1.C.0.370 is for WiFi model and LTE model's firmwares use a different build, like 10.1.E.0.265.
It is not recommended to flash a different zip...
If you are already up to date and only want root, reboot fix or recovery, try @DooMLoRD's new root tool and the fix mentioned in the #1.

Fishmanzero said:
Internal storage size doesn't matter in this case I think, but 10.1.C.0.370 is for WiFi model and LTE model's firmwares use a different build, like 10.1.E.0.265.
It is not recommended to flash a different zip...
If you are already up to date and only want root, reboot fix or recovery, try @DooMLoRD's new root tool and the fix mentioned in the #1.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi Fisherman, your links are down, could you please check it? or maybe create a mirror on another server?
By the way, is this a FTF file? or flasheable ZIP? i guess is a FTF because i read on DoomLord thread that in order to flash recovery you need to have the bootloader unlocked.
Thank you.

juanyunis said:
Hi Fisherman, your links are down, could you please check it? or maybe create a mirror on another server?
By the way, is this a FTF file? or flasheable ZIP? i guess is a FTF because i read on DoomLord thread that in order to flash recovery you need to have the bootloader unlocked.
Thank you.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
d-h.st seems down now...
Cannot upload at the moment, if d-h.st does not recovers tomorrow I will upload to another mirror.
And this is a CWM flashable zip as stated in the title.
Also installing recovery does not necessarily require unlocked BL/Custom Kernel, it can be installed on a rooted rom. Find a version works in that way~
A working one attached:

Fishmanzero said:
d-h.st seems down now...
Cannot upload at the moment, if d-h.st does not recovers tomorrow I will upload to another mirror.
And this is a CWM flashable zip as stated in the title.
Also installing recovery does not necessarily require unlocked BL/Custom Kernel, it can be installed on a rooted rom. Find a version works in that way~
A working one attached:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Oh nice. I guess he stated that before because the system rw reboot issue, so the best way to achieve that was using fastboot. Thank you man!

I don't understand some points in the installation instructions.
1) Why must the 370 FTF / update be flashed first? When anyway after that 344 must be flashed???
2) When the bootloader is unlocked, I can install / run CWM directly and flash this ROM here directly, or can't I??

hasenbein1966 said:
I don't understand some points in the installation instructions.
1) Why must the 370 FTF / update be flashed first? When anyway after that 344 must be flashed???
2) When the bootloader is unlocked, I can install / run CWM directly and flash this ROM here directly, or can't I??
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Well in the instructions he said:
1. the .370 without flashing system.sin and userdata.sin, that means, only stuff not related to the system partition and well, you can keep your data because userdata.sin is not selected.
2. the .344 only system.sin because this is the one with most opportunities to root using bin4ry tool.
3. then in the files he provides, you will have the 370 system with all the fixes but that one is a CWM flash file, so you will need to install the recovery and then flash this file. See the attachment he posted here.
If your bootloader is unlocked you can use fastboot to flash the recovery. Also you can skip flashing those FTF files, and just flash the CWM file. But i believe that someone confirmed that you won't need this because if your bootloader is unlocked you can install root and remount /system without any issues.
---------- Post added at 06:58 AM ---------- Previous post was at 06:52 AM ----------
Fishmanzero said:
d-h.st seems down now...
Cannot upload at the moment, if d-h.st does not recovers tomorrow I will upload to another mirror.
And this is a CWM flashable zip as stated in the title.
Also installing recovery does not necessarily require unlocked BL/Custom Kernel, it can be installed on a rooted rom. Find a version works in that way~
A working one attached:
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I had to adapt the script because i'm running Mac OSX 10.8.4. but this worked perfect, i've CWM recovery with a locked bootloader, only problem is that it can mount my microsd card, maybe is missing the exfat module.
Thank you!

juanyunis said:
I had to adapt the script because i'm running Mac OSX 10.8.4. but this worked perfect, i've CWM recovery with a locked bootloader, only problem is that it can mount my microsd card, maybe is missing the exfat module.
Thank you!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes this CWMR does not have exFAT support, and this ROM includes the same one.

Fishmanzero said:
Yes this CWMR does not have exFAT support, and this ROM includes the same one.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
So great yeah :laugh:
this means i can root+get recovery on .370 with locked bootloader if i get i right ?
i have a sgp 311 wifi on official 370 installed - wil this work then ??
Greetz
-----------------------
If anyone need a mirror let me know !!
-----------------------
How do i flash in flash tool it dosent reconigze image when put in firmwares?????

spoonymoon said:
So great yeah :laugh:
this means i can root+get recovery on .370 with locked bootloader if i get i right ?
i have a sgp 311 wifi on official 370 installed - wil this work then ??
Greetz
-----------------------
If anyone need a mirror let me know !!
-----------------------
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Since you have already updated firmware, no need to install this if the new rootkits work, try them.
Find DooMLoRD's above.
Translated Japanese toolkit from 2ch in attachment.
If they don't apply to our Tablet Z, you will have to flash 344 FTF (system only) then do the rest.

Fishmanzero said:
Since you have already updated firmware, no need to install this if the new rootkits work, try them.
Find DooMLoRD's above.
Translated Japanese toolkit from 2ch in attachment.
If they don't apply to our Tablet Z, you will have to flash 344 FTF (system only) then do the rest.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thanx
your attched files does say it installs root ok - but when checked after reboot - no root ?
but why not flash 370. pre rooted insted? and not least HOW do i flash it? its not a ftf file

spoonymoon said:
thanx
your attched files does say it installs root ok - but when checked after reboot - no root ?
but why not flash 370. pre rooted insted? and not least HOW do i flash it? its not a ftf file
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can not flash a CWM zip without recovery, and it need root to install one, and no root for 370 now
So it's necessary to download a 344 FTF, flash the system part only, and use the old working toolkit to root it.
It may be very likely to fail on different devices because the rootkit uses a kernel exploit, the address for which to run just usually varies from kernel to kernel.
Wait for our great devs to figure out the working address will be the most painless.
Or do the operations in the OP, and of course install a custom kernel after unlocking BL if you don't mind doing so, is way faster atm.
Here's an older rootkit also from 2ch. Try it if interested.

Fishmanzero said:
You can not flash a CWM zip without recovery, and it need root to install one, and no root for 370 now
So it's necessary to download a 344 FTF, flash the system part only, and use the old working toolkit to root it.
It may be very likely to fail on different devices because the rootkit uses a kernel exploit, the address for which to run just usually varies from kernel to kernel.
Wait for our great devs to figure out the working address will be the most painless.
Or do the operations in the OP, and of course install a custom kernel after unlocking BL if you don't mind doing so, is way faster atm.
Here's an older rootkit also from 2ch. Try it if interested.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanx a lot
tried and same result, says its rooted and its not - but you´re right better wait a bit for better solution , that dosent involve any risk !!
(wife and kid is going to ´kill´me if it f... up soo )

spoonymoon said:
Thanx a lot
tried and same result, says its rooted and its not - but you´re right better wait a bit for better solution , that dosent involve any risk !!
(wife and kid is going to ´kill´me if it f... up soo )
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
And yes, Japanese user got it work:laugh:
370

Fishmanzero said:
And yes, Japanese user got it work:laugh:
370
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Woooow it f..... works i´ve got root .....wiiiiii :laugh::good::good::good::good::good::good::good::good:
i ow you big time
thanx thanx

is their a possibility for SGP321 with 10.1.1.A.1.307 too?

Fishmanzero said:
Reboot issue Fixed (Credit goes to @Carceri, Modified a bit to make it work. New solution also from him: [Locked Bootloader] The definitive root Remount-Reboot fix!)
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Heh, you are pointing to a thread by me but refer to a fix done by Carceri ... who's are you using exactly?

[4.2.2][FTF][SGP312] Xperia Tablet Z Wifi 32 GB - 10.3.1.C.0.136 Generic US

I'm using US firmware, this FTF is created by using Flashtool with files from PCC.
This is for the 32 GB Wifi version, Flash with flashtool.
The usual applies, I am not responsible if it blows up your device. Use at your own risk.
'simlock.ta' and 'preset1.ta' are excluded.
This is my first time making a FTF so please be kind
Mega Link:
https://mega.co.nz/#!bdYBlC6K!Ba7WLzrcPcIGLYZSRwMdnhJ1wzNTXBMHSijs1juoM3A
Cheer!

Haven't flashed it yet since I'm at work but I'm sure it will work.
Thanks!!
:victory:

Anyone got a root solution for this ftf and locked bootloader without needing using OTA?

Ricky D said:
Anyone got a root solution for this ftf and locked bootloader without needing using OTA?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Some body has said that if you manage to config SuperSU as a system app, then you can maintain the root access. Some thing like this:
- You are on 4.1.2 rooted.
- Config SuperSU as a system app.
- Flash the ftf without wiping data with Flashtool.
- You still have root access.
I did not try the method above yet

FiDra said:
Some body has said that if you manage to config SuperSU as a system app, then you can maintain the root access. Some thing like this:
- You are on 4.1.2 rooted.
- Config SuperSU as a system app.
- Flash the ftf without wiping data with Flashtool.
- You still have root access.
I did not try the method above yet
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't believe this is correct. It must be ota to keep root. Unless you upgrade, downgrade the kernel root, and then flash only the updated kennel back

Is this Generic US or Global??
Is there a difference between the two?
I flashed it and it is apparently Global. Is there any difference between the 2?

May be Generic US since I was using the Generic US 4.1.2

FiDra said:
May be Generic US since I was using the Generic US 4.1.2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hmm, I created the FTF for the 4.2.2. My customization is Global. Not sure if I should post it. They look the same after flashing.

FiDra said:
I'm using US firmware, this FTF is created by using Flashtool with files from PCC.
This is for the 32 GB Wifi version, Flash with flashtool.
The usual applies, I am not responsible if it blows up your device. Use at your own risk.
'simlock.ta' and 'preset1.ta' are excluded.
This is my first time making a FTF so please be kind
Mega Link:
https://mega.co.nz/#!bdYBlC6K!Ba7WLzrcPcIGLYZSRwMdnhJ1wzNTXBMHSijs1juoM3A
Cheer!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
CAN I USE THIS FOR MY JAPAN VER. ? Same is 32GB WIFI ONLY and with root at 4.12 now, thanks

Yes, it's safe to do that. But please make sure yours is SGPXX, not SO-XX.
Sent from my SGP312 using XDA Premium HD app

[GUIDE][HOW-TO][T/TX/V]Root Guide On Android 4.3 For Locked Bootloaders

IMPORTANT:
This method is now obsolete and not needed, we are able to root directly onto 4.3 now thanks to geohot, please see towelroot thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2783157
OLD METHOD:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Step 1, Getting flashtool installed:
You need to download flashtool and install the latest drivers, this can all be found here and here
Step 2, Getting your device running Android 4.1.2 which is rootable!:
You need to download a 4.1.2 FTF file, I recommend using this one if you are an Xperia T user,
Use this one if you are an Xperia V user.
Use this one if you are an Xperia TX user
although any will do as long as has a build number earlier than 9.1.A.1.141
Next what you need to do is open up flashtool which you installed in Step 1. Next click on the lightning bolt button which is the flash button, flashmode should be selected by default, click OK!
Now you are in the firmware selection area, navigate to where you downloaded the FTF file using the browse button in the top right.
Select the correct firmware, then click OK!
It'll process a bit, then will tell you to connect your device, firstly put your cable into the computer/laptop first, then hold down the volume down button on your device and connect the micro USB part to the device.
If all goes well it will start flashing, finish and tell you to restart the phone, the process could easily take 15 minutes, so be patient.
Step 3, Lets root the device:
Try rooting with the root option within FlashTool
Should that not work try this:
You want to download bin4rys rooting toolkit, which is found here and here
This part you will be walked through in the command prompt of the toolkit, it will tell you what to do and when, it is very simple!
Step 4, Now we're rooted, we want a recovery:
Now we need to get CWM recovery for locked bootloaders installed!
Download CWM installer here
Next extract the folder to somewhere on your computer, connect your phone to the computer, remember to allow unknown sources to be installed and to allow usb debugging, these can be found in 'security' and 'developer options' respectively.
Once done, double click on 'install.bat' and let the installer do it's magic.
If you have issues with this step, take a look at the 'Unable to enter recovery' section in the CWM for locked bootloaders thread here
Step 5, Download a rooted 4.3 update:
If you are an Xperia T user download from here
If you are an Xperia V user download from here
If you are an Xperia TX user download from here
Now transfer the package to the SD card on your device.
Next you want to power off your device, once that is done power back on, when you hit the first vibrate you should see a blue led, start repeatedly pressing the volume up button, the led should turn green and you will enter into CWM recovery.
RECOMMENDED: Now you are in recovery you should do a complete wipe data/factory reset, now this can be skipped but if it leads to errors and problems then you may need to go back to step 1, you have been warned!
Head to install zip from SD card and locate to where you downloaded the file, then flash the file!
Step 6, Enjoy:
You should now be all up to date with Android 4.3 and have root access, feel free to comment and ask questions in the thread if you are having problems or things didn't work as they should.
You also now should have PhilZ Touch Recovery installed which will allow you to install mods, make backups etc. To enter it is the exact same procedure as for CWM earlier on!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I hope this has been a pain and stress free experience for you and that it worked

matt4321 said:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Hello, can i root without cmw?
I hope this has been a pain and stress free experience for you and that it worked
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi, works on Xperia TX?
---------- Post added at 06:38 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:25 PM ----------
matt4321 said:
I see many threads about rooting Android 4.3, especially with locked bootloaders, along with many users getting confused about it so decided to make this guide on how to get root on your Android 4.3 device
Unfortunately there is no method to root directly on the Xperia T/TL/TX/V with Android 4.3, we must downgrade first!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi, can i root whitout cmw?

augustox said:
Hi, works on Xperia TX?
---------- Post added at 06:38 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:25 PM ----------
Hi, can i root whitout cmw?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
It will now that you have a 4.3 rooted update in the dev section
No, CWM must be used to get up to 4.3

matt4321 said:
It will now that you have a 4.3 rooted update in the dev section
No, CWM must be used to get up to 4.3
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Ok. But can i use OTA to get up to 4.3?

augustox said:
Ok. But can i use OTA to get up to 4.3?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root

matt4321 said:
No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
The CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip works on Xperia TX?

augustox said:
The CWM4XperiaT_v8i_JB.zip works on Xperia TX?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes, that should work fine

I have instaled CWM recovery, but phone stucks with logo "Sony". Is it something I am doing wrong?

matt4321 said:
No, this is why you need to follow the guide, if you OTA, you will lose root
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You are wrong. You just have to do it rigth.
Just like i described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661698
[Lt30p]Keeping root with OTA-update!
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app

Skyguar said:
I have instaled CWM recovery, but phone stucks with logo "Sony". Is it something I am doing wrong?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
thurin said:
You are wrong. You just have to do it rigth.
Just like i described here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2661698
[Lt30p]Keeping root with OTA-update!
Sent from my LT30p using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Fair enough, if it works for some people they can go this method. OTA updates with root isn't fool proof though so some users may find they loose it.
This is also more for people who have already OTA updated and don't have root

matt4321 said:
Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
Already sort it out, thanks for the guide!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

Skyguar said:
Which step did you get too? what device do you have? which ftf did you use?
Already sort it out, thanks for the guide!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
glad you got it sorted mate!

hey
im just wondering
if im doing this, are they gonna wipe out the entire data inside my phone??
because for some time, i was thinking about unlock the bootloader (even receive the request code from sony)
but after doing some research, i found many people regretting their decision to unlock, and even try to relock that thing
-thelastTsubasa

Works on my Xperia TX (locked bootloader), but i want to use the T9 Xperia Keyboard, can you give it to me please?

squillaciukm said:
hey
im just wondering
if im doing this, are they gonna wipe out the entire data inside my phone??
because for some time, i was thinking about unlock the bootloader (even receive the request code from sony)
but after doing some research, i found many people regretting their decision to unlock, and even try to relock that thing
-thelastTsubasa
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you are on 4.1.2 then you can root and backup your data with Titanium Backup, If you're already on 4.3 and have to downgrade then you will have to wipe, otherwise you can get into problems
augustox said:
Works on my Xperia TX (locked bootloader), but i want to use the T9 Xperia Keyboard, can you give it to me please?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I don't have a copy, download an official release from the dev section and get the apk out the /system/app folder

hey its me again
right now, i've done downloading all the required file.
just in step 5 (for xperia v) i only download LT25i.199_ch_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip
so, do we need to download LT25i_9.2.A.1.199_1269-5999_customized_CH
whats the difference between those two.

is it possible to root with flashtool instead the step 3? because i cant download from uploaded.net (idk why) in any browser please help

matt4321 said:
If you are on 4.1.2 then you can root and backup your data with Titanium Backup, If you're already on 4.3 and have to downgrade then you will have to wipe, otherwise you can get into problems
I don't have a copy, download an official release from the dev section and get the apk out the /system/app folder
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I can't find it

isko95 said:
is it possible to root with flashtool instead the step 3? because i cant download from uploaded.net (idk why) in any browser please help
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
try and see, if it doesn't work look for a mirror in the root many android thread, I'm sure there will be one
squillaciukm said:
hey its me again
right now, i've done downloading all the required file.
just in step 5 (for xperia v) i only download LT25i.199_ch_deodex_root_philz_v1.zip
so, do we need to download LT25i_9.2.A.1.199_1269-5999_customized_CH
whats the difference between those two.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I believe the first one is the flashable zip and the second one is the ftf
augustox said:
I can't find it
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
make a backup of it before you update?

matt4321 said:
try and see, if it doesn't work look for a mirror in the root many android thread, I'm sure there will be one
I believe the first one is the flashable zip and the second one is the ftf
make a backup of it before you update?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Working rooting with flashtool instead of step 3, now i have 4.3 rooted

[Q] Upgrade from 4.3 rooted to 4.4.2 doesn't work on my XZ

Hello,
I have installed a 4.3 stock-rom with root (10.4.1.B.0.101) on my C6603.
Now I want to update to 4.4.2 (10.5.A.0.230), but it doesn't work!
I can not install the original rom from Sony, OTA doesn't work and via companion it tells me I have a other software installed and upgrade is not possible!
Can anyone help me with this? Where can I get the original 4.4.2 rom to install?
Is there a way to upgrade and keep the root?
Best regards
AstonV12

astonv12 said:
Hello,
I have installed a 4.3 stock-rom with root (10.4.1.B.0.101) on my C6603.
Now I want to update to 4.4.2 (10.5.A.0.230), but it doesn't work!
I can not install the original rom from Sony, OTA doesn't work and via companion it tells me I have a other software installed and upgrade is not possible!
Can anyone help me with this? Where can I get the original 4.4.2 rom to install?
Is there a way to upgrade and keep the root?
Best regards
AstonV12
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Tool : http://www.flashtool.net/download.php
FTF file http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/general/ftf-10-5-0-230-c6602-c6603-journalist-t2759636 select anyone of them
Backup your data
Install flashtool and after that go to the place you installed and then to drivers folder and ru the installer and select xperia z and fastboot and flashmod drivers and while the install you will get another window just select install anyway
Move the downloaded FTF file to frimwares folder in install place of the tool
Run flashtool
Click the lighning icon
Select flashmode and ok
Select the file in the list
Wait little time and when you see window says waiting for flashmode:
Turn the phone off
Hold vol- button
Connect the phone and when the window go away release the button
Wait few minuteS
After finish unplug the phone and turn it on
Enjoy
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk

Thanks a lot for the quick feedback, but now I have some more questions:
I have Clockworkmod 6.0.4.6 installed, is there a way to flash it via this recovery?
And is there also a german/austrian rom-version available, or is it the same with the US version?
Actually I wanted to upgrade it according to the description from doomlord here http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-6-root-xperia-t2167381 since I'm already familar with the process, but all what is missing there is the stock rom... so would it also work if I use the rom from your description and flash it via the recovery?
And will I always loose my settings and data with the update or is there a way without loosing it?
Thanks again for your support,
best regards
aston

astonv12 said:
Thanks a lot for the quick feedback, but now I have some more questions:
I have Clockworkmod 6.0.4.6 installed, is there a way to flash it via this recovery?
And is there also a german/austrian rom-version available, or is it the same with the US version?
Actually I wanted to upgrade it according to the description from doomlord here http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z/development/cwm-based-recovery-6-0-4-6-root-xperia-t2167381 since I'm already familar with the process, but all what is missing there is the stock rom... so would it also work if I use the rom from your description and flash it via the recovery?
And will I always loose my settings and data with the update or is there a way without loosing it?
Thanks again for your support,
best regards
aston
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Sorry but i didnt got wha you mean
Can you be more clear please?
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk

androidfreak70 said:
Sorry but i didnt got wha you mean
Can you be more clear please?
Xperia™ Z (C6602) with Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Okay, actually there are two questions from my side:
1. Is ist possible upgrade my existing rooted Android 4.3 to a rooted 4.4.2 without loosing my settings and data on the phone?
2. Can I achieve this by updating the stock rom and then the kernel according to the description of doomlord?
=> If yes, where can I get a german version of the Android 4.4.2 (stock rom) and how can I install it (keep point 1 in mind)?
I hope this makes my question more clear, thanks for your help again!

astonv12 said:
Okay, actually there are two questions from my side:
1. Is ist possible upgrade my existing rooted Android 4.3 to a rooted 4.4.2 without loosing my settings and data on the phone?
2. Can I achieve this by updating the stock rom and then the kernel according to the description of doomlord?
=> If yes, where can I get a german version of the Android 4.4.2 (stock rom) and how can I install it (keep point 1 in mind)?
I hope this makes my question more clear, thanks for your help again!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
When you flash using flashtool uncheck data wipe.
For German firmware go here

androidtweaker1 said:
When you flash using flashtool uncheck data wipe.
For German firmware go here
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Okay, so that means I:
1. Flash stock Rom from your link via flashtool
and
2. Flash doomlord-kernel via recovery
and then I should have the the 4.4.2 rooted, did I understand that correct?

astonv12 said:
Okay, so that means I:
1. Flash stock Rom from your link via flashtool
and
2. Flash doomlord-kernel via recovery
and then I should have the the 4.4.2 rooted, did I understand that correct?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
when you flash stock rom you will loose custom recovery most probably.
Flash doom kernel using fastboot
use towelroot to root in case you loose root

androidtweaker1 said:
when you flash stock rom you will loose custom recovery most probably.
Flash doom kernel using fastboot
use towelroot to root in case you loose root
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you all for your support, I now made it!
Short summary for all who have the same problem like I had:
1. I installed the stock-rom via flashtool according first feedback from androidfreak70 in this thread and unchecked all "wipe" boxes in flashtool for that all data and settings are kept.
(Additional info: if you want to use the stock-rom supplied via sony companion, and you can like me not install it due to previous rooted ROM, follow this thread.)
As androidtweaker1 mentioned, custom recovery and root was lost, but all other data/settings are kept.
Therfore I then
2. Installed Towelroot according to this description and there we go, everything works perfect!
So thank you once again,
best regards
Aston

astonv12 said:
Thank you all for your support, I now made it!
Short summary for all who have the same problem like I had:
1. I installed the stock-rom via flashtool according first feedback from androidfreak70 in this thread and unchecked all "wipe" boxes in flashtool for that all data and settings are kept.
(Additional info: if you want to use the stock-rom supplied via sony companion, and you can like me not install it due to previous rooted ROM, follow this thread.)
As androidtweaker1 mentioned, custom recovery and root was lost, but all other data/settings are kept.
Therfore I then
2. Installed Towelroot according to this description and there we go, everything works perfect!
So thank you once again,
best regards
Aston
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
:good:

[GUIDE] How to root 10.5.1.A.0.283 & 10.5.1.A.0.292 [Locked Bootloader]

For more info go to main thread posted by @kingvortex but use following kernels for your device (ZR):
MOD EDIT @gregbradley
Please re-upload to another download site that does not require a redirect to a commercial site.
Please check your PMs
Thread closed until this is fixed
P.S: These kernels are same for all Xperia ZR models (C5503 , C5502) because of contain kernel only so you can use them for both C5502 and C5503 models.
Updated:
MOD EDIT @gregbradley
Please re-upload to another download site that does not require a redirect to a commercial site.
Please check your PMs
Thread closed until this is fixed

confused
just flash that ftf file via flashtool and I got root permission in my ZR ?? any other thing like as framaroot ??

rumm4n said:
just flash that ftf file via flashtool and I got root permission in my ZR ?? any other thing like as framaroot ??
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Go to main thread mentioned in OP,
briefly :
1. Flash .230 .ftf kernel
2. Root by Easyroot tool (towelroot)
3. Flash .283 .ftf kernel
4. Install latest version of SuperSU from playstore
_______________
Sent by PHone

please upload the 10.5.1.A.0.283 kernel on some other uploading website, the downloaded file is of 0.01kb.

gitzz said:
please upload the 10.5.1.A.0.283 kernel on some other uploading website, the downloaded file is of 0.01kb.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Both downloads worked fine for me, as linked.

JimDandy68 said:
Both downloads worked fine for me, as linked.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
tried on google chrome on pc, and chrome mobile unable to download, via dolphin browser i downloaded. thank you..
thank you Sir for uploading kernels.

sir can u give me link guide to make kernel.ftf only. only got where to find kernel.sin by doomlord

CrueLNooB said:
sir can u give me link guide to make kernel.ftf only. only got where to find kernel.sin by doomlord
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
This is tutorial to flashing only stock Kernel.sin of any firmware version

CrueLNooB said:
sir can u give me link guide to make kernel.ftf only. only got where to find kernel.sin by doomlord
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Extract kernel.sin and loader.sin from .ftf rom and copy them to a new folder
in flashtool goto Tools/Bundles/Create then select that folder and complete blank textboxes (double click on Device field and select disired device)
in the left listbox select both files (kernel.sin , loader.sin) and move them to the right side then click on Create button to make .ftf kernel in firmware folder which placed in installation directory of flashtool

Jamal_RS said:
Extract kernel.sin and loader.sin from .ftf rom and copy them to a new folder
in flashtool goto Tools/Bundles/Create then select that folder and complete blank textboxes (double click on Device field and select disired device)
in the left listbox select both files (kernel.sin , loader.sin) and move them to the right side then click on Create button to make .ftf kernel in firmware folder which placed in installation directory of flashtool
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thanks for sharing my guide here.
The easier way to create a kernel only FTF is just to open a complete FTF in your archiving software (I use WinRAR) and delete everything except kernel.sin, loader.sin and the META-INF directory. That's it. It takes seconds.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk

I did not lose root after update of 4.4.4 is this strange ??

ariftwister said:
I did not lose root after update of 4.4.4 is this strange ??
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If you updated via OTA, then root is usually kept in that case.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk

kingvortex said:
Thanks for sharing my guide here.
The easier way to create a kernel only FTF is just to open a complete FTF in your archiving software (I use WinRAR) and delete everything except kernel.sin, loader.sin and the META-INF directory. That's it. It takes seconds.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
your welcome
thanks for your easy and quick guide

kingvortex said:
If you updated via OTA, then root is usually kept in that case.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Wait what?! Then why would anyone flash in any other way?!
Sent from my C5502 using XDA Free mobile app

younix258 said:
Wait what?! Then why would anyone flash in any other way?!
Sent from my C5502 using XDA Free mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Lots of reasons:
If OTA isn't released yet.
To recover from a brick.
If you've modified /system then OTA will fail.
If your bootloader is unlocked then you cannot update by official methods.
Etc.
Sent from my C6603 using Tapatalk

flashing this
Hi guys,
It may be another thread I know, but prior I wanna flash this, I am unable to make a proper backup either with CWM (skips backing up android installed apps so the backup is useless) or with TWRP. (it is just not starting the backup to ext_SD)
Can anyone help? those threads are kinda dead

someone pls upload C5502 .230 ftf file

Thanks
Thanks for this trick, now i am rooted on Android 4.4.4
but i have one question i have c5502,
Network mode LTE will be ok in setting. it is by default... look at attachment pic

younix258 said:
Wait what?! Then why would anyone flash in any other way?!
Sent from my C5502 using XDA Free mobile app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I did an OTA update (about 130 mb). after long usage, my battery died and phone powered off.
When I tried to charge it, the phone was bootlooping. It happened for 1 hour and the phone was damn hot.
Luckily, I woke up took the phone out of charger -- otherwise i would have seen a "Xperia ZR Barbecue" the next morning.
The phone did not even get connected in flash mode or fastboot mode because of 0% battery.
I managed to charge the battery a bit and, thank god it got connected in fastboot mode.
I unlocked bootloader and flashed mokee 4.4.4 kernel. Then offline charging worked.
When it was charged enough, I relocked bootloader and flashed .101 JB stock rom, and did a fresh update through PC Companion.
Now, offline charging is fine. For a while I thought I had my phone bricked.
But thank god, I was able to recover it.
So the advice to everyone who did an OTA update is to check offline charging is working fine, before your battery dies.

please anyone upload Xperia ZR_10.5.A.0.230_kernel_only.ftf for 5502 variant