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All credit goes to @zhuhang. I have no contribution to it.
Original thread is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45344021
This method will help you gain root access on the latest .67 4.2.2 update that Sony recently pushed out.
Disclaimer:
- This requires a PC.
- No CWM needed.
- This installs a Chinese root manager rather than superuser or superSU. But I will teach you how to replace it below.
Instruction:
1. Download the rooting application. (This app can root many other devices )
VRoot_1.6.0.3690
http://www.mediafire.com/download/v3...3690_Setup.exe
2. Install the app. This is a Chinese app so I will guide you. Below is a step by step screenshot attached guide.
3. Start VROOT and root now!
4. Now we need to install SuperSU from play store to replace the Chinese root manager called 授权管理 1.0.4.
5. Go to play store and install SuperSU.
6. Start SuperSU and you will be asked for permission by 授权管理 1.0.4, choose 允许(means allow). (Should be the right side option.)
7. SuperSU will prompt to install SU binary, go ahead with OK and it will display successful.
8. Now, freeze 授权管理 1.0.4 in titanium backup, just in case you need it again.
Note: If you uninstall straight away from app manager, you need to make sure SuperSU updated the binary.
9. Re-run SuperSU to make sure everything is alright. You will be prompt again to install SU binary, just do what it asked.
10. After that, you are rooted with SuperSU and 授权管理 1.0.4 will not be there anymore.
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djpeesh said:
Can someone upload an ftf with just the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin for the C5503? I tried creating one using C5502 kernel and i got stuck in a boot loop. luckily my battery was just at about 10% and so I quickly flashed back the 4.2.2 Kernel of the 5503 and all is well.
Once we get the kernel only ftf, can test and create guide for rooting 5503 on 4.2.2
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Tried with the C5503 kernel. Same boot loop. I think we'll have to find an alternate root method, as unlike the Z, the ZR doesnt have .234 firmware [that is also 4.2]
Experimenting with the Z firmware. Wish me luck
Why not flash only kernel from the previous firmware? Isn't working?
UPD. I see - not work
djpeesh said:
Tried with the C5503 kernel. Same boot loop. I think we'll have to find an alternate root method, as unlike the Z, the ZR doesnt have .234 firmware [that is also 4.2]
Experimenting with the Z firmware. Wish me luck
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I have rooted mine already (ie. Android 4.2.2). You have to unlock your bootloader for this method to work.
akash4357 said:
I have rooted mine already (ie. Android 4.2.2). You have to unlock your bootloader for this method to work.
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Can you say more about your 4.2.2 rooting method?
itandy said:
Can you say more about your 4.2.2 rooting method?
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Firstly you need to unlock your bootloader. Google that, its easy. OR you can do it through flashtools (not tested).
Enable USB Debugging and unknown sources option on your phone before proceeding.
Download Flashtool, Open it. Flash the the kernel of an old firmware of Xperia ZR which was rootable.
Reboot your Xperia ZR after flashing. Connect to PC in USB Debugging mode.
Do not forget to close FLASHTOOL.
Extract the downloaded “DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip” file and run the “runme_win” file.
Follow onscreen instructions to root Xperia ZR and once it is rooted, device will reboot. Verify that you are rooted, run SuperSU app.
Now switch off your Xperia ZR. OPEN FLASHTOOL.
Now you need to flash the true kernel of Android 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.0.244 firmware of Xperia ZR.
After flashing, disconnect the phone from PC, reboot it and your Xperia ZR is now rooted
Official Thread
akash4357 said:
Firstly you need to unlock your bootloader. Google that, its easy. OR you can do it through flashtools (not tested).
Enable USB Debugging and unknown sources option on your phone before proceeding.
Download Flashtool, Open it. Flash the the kernel of an old firmware of Xperia ZR which was rootable.
Reboot your Xperia ZR after flashing. Connect to PC in USB Debugging mode.
Do not forget to close FLASHTOOL.
Extract the downloaded “DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip” file and run the “runme_win” file.
Follow onscreen instructions to root Xperia ZR and once it is rooted, device will reboot. Verify that you are rooted, run SuperSU app.
Now switch off your Xperia ZR. OPEN FLASHTOOL.
Now you need to flash the true kernel of Android 4.2.2 10.3.1.A.0.244 firmware of Xperia ZR.
After flashing, disconnect the phone from PC, reboot it and your Xperia ZR is now rooted
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So basically you're doing:
Use FlashTool to flash the 4.2.2 FTF
Downgrade the kernel by using FlashTool back to 4.1.2
Run the DoomLord rooting kit
Flash back 4.2.2 kernel using FlashTool
To flash the kernel you need an unlocked bootloader. What I don't understand is how to flash the kernel only? I found the kernel.sin inside the FTF file. Can I just delete other .sin file and flash the remaining FTF file?
Sorry if my questions are noob.
itandy said:
So basically you're doing:
Use FlashTool to flash the 4.2.2 FTF
Downgrade the kernel by using FlashTool back to 4.1.2
Run the DoomLord rooting kit
Flash back 4.2.2 kernel using FlashTool
To flash the kernel you need an unlocked bootloader. What I don't understand is how to flash the kernel only? I found the kernel.sin inside the FTF file. Can I just delete other .sin file and flash the remaining FTF file?
Sorry if my questions are noob.
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You need to keep the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin in the ftf and delete the rest. Also don't delete the META-INF file.
Official thread
akash4357 said:
You need to keep the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin in the ftf and delete the rest. Also don't delete the META-INF file.
Official thread
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The problem is the bootloader? I thought doom's thread said that this was for locked and unlocked bootloader. Unlocking the bootloader will lead to a lot of people avoiding the root method.
Sent from my C5503 using Tapatalk 2
djpeesh said:
The problem is the bootloader? I thought doom's thread said that this was for locked and unlocked bootloader. Unlocking the bootloader will lead to a lot of people avoiding the root method.
Sent from my C5503 using Tapatalk 2
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So is an unlocked bootloader NEEDED for this method to work for ZR? I thought DoomLord said it works for both.
akash4357 said:
You need to keep the kernel.sin and bootloader.sin in the ftf and delete the rest. Also don't delete the META-INF file.
Official thread
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Have you managed to root through this method?
djpeesh said:
Have you managed to root through this method?
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I did manage to root it, but then the phone suddenly restarts. Now I am stuck with bootloops. Strange as I managed to install Superuser from the Play Store.
Edit. I recommend not trying to root using this method. Wait till theres a definitive rooting method.
djpeesh said:
Have you managed to root through this method?
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I see you got bootloop from the other thread. Did you manage to fix it?
Bump.
itandy said:
I see you got bootloop from the other thread. Did you manage to fix it?
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Yes. I fixed the bootloop issue. Need any help with the bootloop?
If you've got a bootloop, pull the battery asap as once it dies, you won't be able to flash ftf and the device will be bricked.
To fix bootloop [and still not get root access]
1. Open the 4.2.2 ftf file in flashtool.
2. Exclude everything [tick in the exclude box] except the kernel, and untick everything in the wipe box [data, applog]
3. Flash the kernel by pressing the volume down button while plugging in USB cable [DONT PRESS POWER BUTTON AFTER BATTERY PULL AS OTHERWISE YOU'LL GO BACK INTO BOOTLOOP]
4. After it flashes [should take a couple of seconds], reboot and you should be back to normal
I REPEAT PULL THE BATTERY IF IN A BOOTLOOP OR YOU'LL LAND UP WITH ANOTHER PAPERWEIGHT
djpeesh said:
Yes. I fixed the bootloop issue. Need any help with the bootloop?
If you've got a bootloop, pull the battery asap as once it dies, you won't be able to flash ftf and the device will be bricked.
To fix bootloop [and still not get root access]
1. Open the 4.2.2 ftf file in flashtool.
2. Exclude everything [tick in the exclude box] except the kernel, and untick everything in the wipe box [data, applog]
3. Flash the kernel by pressing the volume down button while plugging in USB cable [DONT PRESS POWER BUTTON AFTER BATTERY PULL AS OTHERWISE YOU'LL GO BACK INTO BOOTLOOP]
4. After it flashes [should take a couple of seconds], reboot and you should be back to normal
I REPEAT PULL THE BATTERY IF IN A BOOTLOOP OR YOU'LL LAND UP WITH ANOTHER PAPERWEIGHT
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I just learned a lesson! Thanks!
So again you're not successful in rooting 4.2.2 using the kernel switching method?
i think the kernel switching fix will not work on ZR.. we don't have a rootable 4.2 kernel
i think the 423 kernel is 4.2
djpeesh said:
Yes. I fixed the bootloop issue. Need any help with the bootloop?
If you've got a bootloop, pull the battery asap as once it dies, you won't be able to flash ftf and the device will be bricked.
To fix bootloop [and still not get root access]
1. Open the 4.2.2 ftf file in flashtool.
2. Exclude everything [tick in the exclude box] except the kernel, and untick everything in the wipe box [data, applog]
3. Flash the kernel by pressing the volume down button while plugging in USB cable [DONT PRESS POWER BUTTON AFTER BATTERY PULL AS OTHERWISE YOU'LL GO BACK INTO BOOTLOOP]
4. After it flashes [should take a couple of seconds], reboot and you should be back to normal
I REPEAT PULL THE BATTERY IF IN A BOOTLOOP OR YOU'LL LAND UP WITH ANOTHER PAPERWEIGHT
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I am trying to get 4.2.2, but after flashing the system rom on step 4, I got into a boot loop. I can't seem to use flashtool to recover, Please help! I can't even get to recovery
EDIT: Now I am going somewhere I think, but I don't know if this is serious, I get this from flashmode now
ERROR - Error in processHeader : 1 : Incorrect function.
ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
EDIT: I think I bricked my device =(
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I am trying to get 4.2.2, but after flashing the system rom on step 4, I got into a boot loop. I can't seem to use flashtool to recover, Please help! I can't even get to recovery
EDIT: Now I am going somewhere I think, but I don't know if this is serious, I get this from flashmode now
ERROR - Error in processHeader : 1 : Incorrect function.
ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
EDIT: I think I bricked my device =(
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It happened to me also, but it's possible to recover from it.
Install PC Companion on your PC.
Go to Support Zone.
First option -> Update phone / tablet software.
You will see a underlined link that says "repair phone / tablet"
Just follow the instructions.
You will need your phone to have at least 50% battery level. Take out the battery, insert again, and connect your phone to your PC via USB while pressing the Volume + button. You will hear a sound coming from your PC meaning it's been connected.
Sony PC Companion then will flash your phone with the latest firmware. It takes a while and you need to have internet connection, but it works.
As you flashed the Russian system rom, the firmware installed in your phone by Sony PC companion will be the Russian Android 4.2.2. No problem with this as it includes all the languages.
Do this as soon as possible as you need your battery charged and you can't charge the battery in your phone while in the bootloop state.
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I'm not sure what we did wrong to be stuck in a bootloop, but after my ZR being reflashed by Sony PC Companion I just flashed the Nordic 4.2.2 ROM and my phone remains unrooted until there is a easier method to get root
grim_ripper said:
I am trying to get 4.2.2, but after flashing the system rom on step 4, I got into a boot loop. I can't seem to use flashtool to recover, Please help! I can't even get to recovery
EDIT: Now I am going somewhere I think, but I don't know if this is serious, I get this from flashmode now
ERROR - Error in processHeader : 1 : Incorrect function.
ERROR - Error flashing. Aborted
EDIT: I think I bricked my device =(
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In fact you should read the other thread for a workable root method for 4.2.2. This thread is very old and AFAIK this method doesn't work.
[STOCK][C6602&C6603][4.2.2] Update to 10.3.1.A.0.244 [Rooted & XZDualRecovery][LB/UB]
Requirements:
Flashtool by @Androxyde
XZDualRecovery 2.5 RELEASE or newer.
Current FW version: 10.3.A.0.423, maybe others too, let me know!
Special features:
Superuser integrated in system, FULL root, no reboots when remounting /system RW!
XZDualRecovery 2.7 BETA (CWM ADVANCED 6.0.3.4 & TWRP 2.6.0.0) pre-installed;
Tailored FTF to minimize the chance of accidental system wiping!
No need to clear caches!
@shem2409 created a nice youtube video guide to assist you in your work, be sure to check this post for it! Thanks m8!
The C6603 ROM is based on the FTF provided by @NetSkill in this thread. Thanks dude
The C6602 ROM is based on the FTF provided by @alfiabraham in this thread. Thanks dude
In the following guide I suggest you use an external SDCard but that's just good practice, you can use your internal storage or even an USB OTG storage device in TWRP if you like to install, that's no problem!... If you are modding and the likes, best is to have an external sdcard, just for safeties sake.
C6602: How to update to 10.3.1.A.0.244:
For C6602: Download C6602GI.flashable.244.zip (Bittorrent: 741MB) and C6602_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericI-stripped.ftf (15MB), save it somewhere you remember;
Put 'C6602GI.flashable.244.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Put 'C6602_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericI-stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
Flash 'C6602GI.flashable.244.zip' in TWRP, do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
Flash everything in 'C6602_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericI-stripped.ftf';
Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.
C6603: How to update to 10.3.1.A.0.244:
For C6603: Download C6603CE.flashable.244.zip (Bittorrent: 688MB) and C6603_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericCE-stripped.ftf (15MB), save it somewhere you remember;
Put 'C6603CE.flashable.244.zip' on (the external) SDcard1;
Put 'C6603_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericCE-stripped.ftf' inside the Flashtool/firmwares folder;
Create a backup of your phone in CWM or TWRP and don't forget to backup the contents of 'SDCard0';
Flash 'C6603CE.flashable.244.zip' in TWRP, do not reboot but go back to the main menu, then go to reboot->power off;
Flash everything in 'C6603_10.3.1.A.0.244_GenericCE-stripped.ftf';
Reboot to system without clearing (dalvik-/)cache.
The first boot will be considerably slower and after a long wait at the boot animation you will see Android optimizing the apps on your phone.
I have done this myself along side @Tamirwig, using this method and we have not found any problem yet, again! :fingers-crossed:
NOTE: You will eventually/inevitably get the triangle screen again after doing this update (typically after you shut down your phone to reboot it without an actual reboot command), you will have to sit this one out it seems, it keeps coming back until it's done...
DO NOT INTERRUPT IT, LET IT RUN AND DO IT'S THING! you have been warned!
Enjoy! :laugh:
Known XZDualRecovery Issues:
Busybox Updater/Installer: If you have XZDualRecovery installed, un-install any Busybox updating app/tool as most if not all of them will install a version of busybox which does not support the lzma compression applets XZDualRecovery depends on. The version installed together with XZDualRecovery is very stable and I have yet to hear anyone complain about it's stability.
How to report errors:
Please, before shouting out "It doesn't work!!1!" or "I lost root!" or even "My phone reboots when remounting /system RW!!" try the following:
Restore a /system ONLY using any means you are familiar with so you can try again.
Root it using [Z][ROOT] DooMLoRD Easy Rooting Toolkit.
Install XZDualRecovery and then try to update again using TWRP. This time you can skip the FTF as it has already done it's job.
If it still fails something from there on: LOGS!!.
NOTE: The important ones can be found in /cache/recovery and in /tmp/XZDualRecovery, pack them up and send them to me.
Thank you
Works great! Thanks.
Flashing everything and not only baseband?
Gesendet von meinem C6603 mit Tapatalk 4 Beta
Just flash it (The stripped ftf) as is, you don't need to exclude anything or mess with the flashing settings.
This is awesome stuff! Can I flash this on my 6602? I have the XZ Dual recovery already installed with a C6603 stock rom.
carlsbad28 said:
This is awesome stuff! Can I flash this on my 6602? I have the XZ Dual recovery already installed with a C6603 stock rom.
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you can, just don't expect LTE to magically work all of a sudden
[NUT] said:
you can, just don't expect LTE to magically work all of a sudden
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Lol! Yes, of course! Downloading now!
[NUT] said:
you can, just don't expect LTE to magically work all of a sudden
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ja deodexei this build but I have error when installing the system to move files deodex
anyone know why it reboots to mount rw
Thank you.
Just making sure this won't delete any of my current data, files, etc? I've made a backup of them already on cwm but just making sure
Currently using excelsus ROM by zero
Xperia Z Vanilla
bootloop here
Coming from monxdified Honami 01-03 rom.
Is this newer than.... 423??
Sent from my C6603 using xda app-developers app
Yes, .244 is newer than .423
just flashed the stock .244 yesterday.
I had a dual recovery before (somewhen...).... but i guess thats gone now ? (even flashed a few doom kernels between)
If i just flash this in CWM will it work ? Or is it essential to install Dual recovery before ?
P.S could you please consider using a different hoster for your .torrent files ? i use my NAS as external download station. Instead of just using the link Copy&Paste i had to wait 10sec, download the .torrent file and configure the download manually.
Or just a direct link to the .torrent file wihout waiting time, that would be awesome.
Flashed this successfully following instructions on the OP on my C6602.
One thing I noticed though, after flashing the zip, I went back to Menu in TWRP then tapped on Reboot. A prompt came up saying Root permissions are lost and a swipe to fix was shown. I did not attempt to fix and proceeded to next instruction and flashed through Flashboot.
Thanks for this update and guide @[NUT] Amazing piece of work.
EDIT: BTW, after the phone booted, I did not lose any data. Just an FYI. Oh, I still haven't seen that Triangle you mentioned in the OP. Hope it doesn't pop up.
carlsbad28 said:
Flashed this successfully following instructions on the OP on my C6602.
One thing I noticed though, after flashing the zip, I went back to Menu in TWRP then tapped on Reboot. A prompt came up saying Root permissions are lost and a swipe to fix was shown. I did not attempt to fix and proceeded to next instruction and flashed through Flashboot.
Thanks for this update and guide @[NUT] Amazing piece of work.
EDIT: BTW, after the phone booted, I did not lose any data. Just an FYI. Oh, I still haven't seen that Triangle you mentioned in the OP. Hope it doesn't pop up.
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try rebooting after first boot
Thanks [NUT] I have updated my Z and I didn't even have to use titanium backup to restore anything, this is by far the easiest update I have ever done :good:
juanmaasecas said:
bootloop here
Coming from monxdified Honami 01-03 rom.
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Same here, doesn't work for me I'm afraid...
is there any exploit to root an already updated version via pc-companion.
i have run the DooMLoRD-easy-rootkit_v18 and is not working (linux / windows)
BeetoCarvalho said:
ja deodexei this build but I have error when installing the system to move files deodex
anyone know why it reboots to mount rw
Thank you.
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If you look at /tmp in a file manager app there should be 2 files there: killedric and remountedrootfs . If they are not there then the RIC service is probably active... can you check that for me?
dreamville said:
Just making sure this won't delete any of my current data, files, etc? I've made a backup of them already on cwm but just making sure
Currently using excelsus ROM by zero
Xperia Z Vanilla
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Nope, the backup is in case something fails... but you should not lose anything if it all works as planned.
juanmaasecas said:
bootloop here
Coming from monxdified Honami 01-03 rom.
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To migrate from a custom rom to stock is asking for problems sir... sorry but if you really want to use this ROM, make sure you have app backups and do a factory reset.
Haldi4803 said:
just flashed the stock .244 yesterday.
I had a dual recovery before (somewhen...).... but i guess thats gone now ? (even flashed a few doom kernels between)
If i just flash this in CWM will it work ? Or is it essential to install Dual recovery before ?
P.S could you please consider using a different hoster for your .torrent files ? i use my NAS as external download station. Instead of just using the link Copy&Paste i had to wait 10sec, download the .torrent file and configure the download manually.
Or just a direct link to the .torrent file wihout waiting time, that would be awesome.
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You will be faster off when not using this package but rooting it with the workaround by DooMLoRD and installing the current XZDualRecovery....
For you and people like you i will add a direct link to the file on the download screen.
carlsbad28 said:
Flashed this successfully following instructions on the OP on my C6602.
One thing I noticed though, after flashing the zip, I went back to Menu in TWRP then tapped on Reboot. A prompt came up saying Root permissions are lost and a swipe to fix was shown. I did not attempt to fix and proceeded to next instruction and flashed through Flashboot.
Thanks for this update and guide @[NUT] Amazing piece of work.
EDIT: BTW, after the phone booted, I did not lose any data. Just an FYI. Oh, I still haven't seen that Triangle you mentioned in the OP. Hope it doesn't pop up.
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TWRP expects a certain permission on the su executable... which is basically the same as with my packages. Even DooMLoRD sets the same... i was going to report a bug on that to Team Win about that soon... it's annoying. Root works fine either way.
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try rebooting after first boot
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Shutting down is more the trigger...
dazjp71 said:
Thanks [NUT] I have updated my Z and I didn't even have to use titanium backup to restore anything, this is by far the easiest update I have ever done :good:
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You're welcome, here to please
[NUT] said:
Nope, the backup is in case something fails... but you should not lose anything if it all works as planned.
To migrate from a custom rom to stock is asking for problems sir... sorry but if you really want to use this ROM, make sure you have app backups and do a factory reset.
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Hmmm but I'm on excelsus by zero ROM....would that cause an issue if updated like you said to the other person in the above quote?
Xperia Z Vanilla
I'm not developer, but I'm a normal user that trying to help TX user. Go the the link (http://apk.tw/thread-495505-1-1.html) and download those files (TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip and Xperia Tx 4.3 Root 懶人工具包.zip). After downloaded (Xperia Tx 4.3 Root 懶人工具包.zip) file, inside contain 4 files (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip, XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip, XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.installer.zip, and Xperia_TX_LT29i 9.2.A.0.295 USA kernelonly.ftf). Then place files (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip, XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip, and TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip) into your phone.
Reminder : First your device have to be Rooted and CWM installed.
Instruction :
1. Boot into CWM
2. Wipe cache, dalvik cache, and personal data
3. Flash TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip
4. Then follow by XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip, and UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip without reboot.
5. POWER OFF YOUR PHONE (not reboot)
6. Using Flashtool to flash the kernal.ftf file (Xperia_TX_LT29i 9.2.A.0.295 USA kernelonly.ftf)
7. Done
Note : Reported Xposed Installer 2.4.1 having issue.
Sorry for my bad english. Just want to share to TX user. Hope it works. Thanks
joonlin said:
I'm not developer, but I'm a normal user that trying to help TX user. Go the the link (http://apk.tw/thread-495505-1-1.html) and download those files (TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip and Xperia Tx 4.3 Root 懶人工具包.zip). After downloaded (Xperia Tx 4.3 Root 懶人工具包.zip) file, inside contain 4 files (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip, XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip, XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.installer.zip, and Xperia_TX_LT29i 9.2.A.0.295 USA kernelonly.ftf). Then place files (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip, XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip, and TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip) into your phone.
Reminder : First your device have to be Rooted and CWM installed.
Instruction :
1. Boot into CWM
2. Wipe cache, dalvik cache, and personal data
3. Flash TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip
4. Then follow by XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip, and UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip without reboot.
5. POWER OFF YOUR PHONE (not reboot)
6. Using Flashtool to flash the kernal.ftf file (Xperia_TX_LT29i 9.2.A.0.295 USA kernelonly.ftf)
7. Done
Note : Reported Xposed Installer 2.4.1 having issue.
Sorry for my bad english. Just want to share to TX user. Hope it works. Thanks
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thanks u so much !
it working perfect
hi joonlin
in the main site there is a step install CWM XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA , i wonder if CWM4XperiaT_v8 was installed working or not ?
thanks
Confirmed root to be working, but CWM does not after following the translated steps. I can live without it for now though.
Thank you
blackcat1XIII said:
thanks u so much !
it working perfect
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devilmaycry2020 said:
hi joonlin
in the main site there is a step install CWM XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA , i wonder if CWM4XperiaT_v8 was installed working or not ?
thanks
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SammiSaysHello said:
Confirmed root to be working, but CWM does not after following the translated steps. I can live without it for now though.
Thank you
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I find solution that can make CWM and Xposed installer working! :laugh:
After follow all the instruction on my first post, now:
1. Make sure have to tick unknown source and USB debugging (Abount phone > keep clicking the build number until it show Developer options)
2. Open file (XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.installer.zip) and run (install.bat)
3. While progressing, check your phone and select OK
4. Done!
5. After installing then open app (NDR Utils), select ClockWordMod and click Reboot into Recovery (don't not press volume up or down while rebooting).
*6. If Reboot into Recovery not working, then manually power off and on again, but I think still having some issue there. Sorry if not working
For Xposed Installer:
1. Download from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48484642&postcount=6846
2. Install. Then shut down your phone and power on again.
3. Done.
joonlin said:
I find solution that can make CWM and Xposed installer working! :laugh:
After follow all the instruction on my first post, now:
1. Make sure have to tick unknown source and USB debugging (Abount phone > keep clicking the build number until it show Developer options)
2. Open file (XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.installer.zip) and run (install.bat)
3. While progressing, check your phone and select OK
4. Done!
5. After installing then open app (NDR Utils), select ClockWordMod and click Reboot into Recovery (don't not press volume up or down while rebooting)
For Xposed Installer:
1. Download from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=48484642&postcount=6846
2. Install. Then shut down your phone and power on again.
3. Done.
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This worked!
SammiSaysHello said:
This worked!
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But I think the CWM not working. Can't flash from sdcard
joonlin said:
But I think the CWM not working. Can't flash from sdcard
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Hm. I haven't actually tried flashing anything
Have you tried both CWM and TWRP?
SammiSaysHello said:
Hm. I haven't actually tried flashing anything
Have you tried both CWM and TWRP?
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Yup. Error on mounting SDcard.
CWM didn't work , error mounting sdcard0, error mounting sdcard1 too. useless if CWM dont work.
devilmaycry2020 said:
CWM didn't work , error mounting sdcard0, error mounting sdcard1 too. useless if CWM dont work.
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btw try this method by blackcat and report http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50420194
I'm having problem with super su with this tutorial. i dont know if i miss something or this is really a bug. i did this tutorial two times already today but it come up with the same result everytime i open SuperSU please help me guys.
"There is no SU binary installed,and SuperSU cannot install it. This is a problem!
If you just upgraded to Android 4.3, you need to manually re-root- consult the relevant forums for your device"
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btw try this method by blackcat and report http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50420194
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Did you try it and cwm work? I dont think it will work, anyway i reverted to 4.1.2, new 4.3 have too many bugs
i don´t understand what do i need to do this, op say sthat i have to be rooted and CWM installed, and i allready have that on 4.1.2 but i do all the steps, wipe everything then flash deodex zip, then flash SU update then recoverry flashable zip and after that turn off the phone and flash only 4.3 kernel on flashtool, but when my phone turns on root is allready lost, can anybody tell me what im doing wrong, is there a problem if i do this from oficial 4.1.2 i have locked bootloader
daniel090588 said:
i don´t understand what do i need to do this, op say sthat i have to be rooted and CWM installed, and i allready have that on 4.1.2 but i do all the steps, wipe everything then flash deodex zip, then flash SU update then recoverry flashable zip and after that turn off the phone and flash only 4.3 kernel on flashtool, but when my phone turns on root is allready lost, can anybody tell me what im doing wrong, is there a problem if i do this from oficial 4.1.2 i have locked bootloader
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Shouldn't be a problem with locked bootloader. After flashing (TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip), try to flash (XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip), then (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip). Mmm.. and my opinion is not to upgrade to sony official 4.3 JB, because having lot of bugs and the most annoying bug is that will turn your phone off when fully charge. Maybe you can try 4.3 leak from EXR
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Shouldn't be a problem with locked bootloader. After flashing (TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip), try to flash (XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.flashable.zip), then (UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.91.zip). Mmm.. and my opinion is not to upgrade to sony official 4.3 JB, because having lot of bugs and the most annoying bug is that will turn your phone off when fully charge. Maybe you can try 4.3 leak from EXR
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Thanks man i.ve allready try it and i locked the bootloader again and restore the TA backup, i´m testing now with this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657190 and yes i know about all the bugs on 4.3, personally didn´t see that bug on my phone i leave it all night charging and wake up and its on and 100% charged so there´s no problem there for me, what does really bothers me is the volume bug and low volume system, but with root and CWM installed i guess it can be fixed.
So in order to use this method I should start with rooted 4.1.2? If so unfortunately I've lost root access due to official 4.3 update
XPS_93 said:
So in order to use this method I should start with rooted 4.1.2? If so unfortunately I've lost root access due to official 4.3 update
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same like me. can i start with rooted 4.1.2?
XPS_93 said:
So in order to use this method I should start with rooted 4.1.2? If so unfortunately I've lost root access due to official 4.3 update
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lagunabad said:
same like me. can i start with rooted 4.1.2?
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As long as your phone is rooted and having CWM, then it will works fine.
Hi. I wasn't able to understand the process of doing this to Sony devices cause I'm not used to all these sub-branches of steps for slightly different variations and software versions, lol, I understand this is a lot of n00bness for you guys.
I have a stock, legal Xperia TX, software version 9.2.A.1.199 and I want to get it to the point where I can flash custom ROMs. What do I do with it? Sorry for asking, I appreciate any help. :]
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Hi. I wasn't able to understand the process of doing this to Sony devices cause I'm not used to all these sub-branches of steps for slightly different variations and software versions, lol, I understand this is a lot of n00bness for you guys.
I have a stock, legal Xperia TX, software version 9.2.A.1.199 and I want to get it to the point where I can flash custom ROMs. What do I do with it? Sorry for asking, I appreciate any help. :]
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You can most likely only flash custom ROMs (that come with a custom kernel) if you have an unlocked bootloader; so first find out if you can unlock it.
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You can most likely only flash custom ROMs (that come with a custom kernel) if you have an unlocked bootloader; so first find out if you can unlock it.
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What do I do after that? I'm following the instructions here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions but installing CWM and rooting for my device and it's software version is where I'm at a loss.
Pluto said:
What do I do after that? I'm following the instructions here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions but installing CWM and rooting for my device and it's software version is where I'm at a loss.
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Before unlocking your bootloader, I'd backup my TA partition which backs up your DRM keys. If you don't do that, you'll lose them forever (AFAIK), which means no more Bravia Engine. Look for "Backup-TA-9.10" in XDA and/or Google. You need root to do this, which means you'd have to go back to 4.1.2, because there are no methods currently available for rooting 4.3 without an unlocked bootloader.
Once you do that, or if you don't care, and you do upgrade back up to 4.3, flash this kernel, which comes with two recoveries, and then flash any custom ROM you want.
Although, if you do go back to 4.1.2 in order to backup your TA partition, then you can easily root 4.1.2, install CWM, and flash your custom ROM from there, no need to go back up to 4.3.
u can use this.. im also using tx
Hello!!! Aha...so you have troubles? and you need help? OK
Dont worry wetry to help each other in this hard situation...
On Russian site 4pda.ru there is a method to hove root, deodex, CWM on JB 4.3 (295).
Follow carefully the instruction below:
p.s. if you now how to get back old SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67), then dont follow my instruction just do it, maybe you can faster!!!!
First of all you need to get back to SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67), root it and CWM (if you have problems with here some steps):
1. Download a SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67) for ex.: this 67
2. extract the zip put the .ftf firmware to flashtool/firmware folder
3. Start flashtool, press flash/flashmode choose you ftf and press flash, when the guide winow popups up turno f your phone, then hold volume down (-) button and connect to PC. After installation let settle up your phone!
Rooting SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67):
1.Extract DooMLoRD...bla..bla...bla folder and start .bat file (cmd) conect your phone to PC and press enter on cmd screen!
2. if everything goes well your must be rebooted (if my memory didnt mistaken) and in app drawer you will see Superuser shortcut.
CWM for SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67):
1. Extract CWM4XperiaT_v6i_JB.
2. Conect your phone to PC and start the .bat file which inside CWM4XperiaT_v6i_JB folder then look at your phone and press "OK".
Once you get rooted, CWM SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67) here is the steps for TX 4.3 root & deodex for LB
1. Go to CWM and do all wipes (data, cache, dalvik)
2. Flash TX LT29i 4.3 295 deodex flashable04.zip. Dont reboot!!! Stay in recovery!!!
3. Flash UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.93.zip. Dont reboot!!! Stay in recovery!!!
4. Go to Advenced menu and choose Power OFF!!!! Dont turn on your phone!!!!
5. Start Flashtool and press flash/flashmode then choose Xperia_TX_LT29i 9.2.A.0.295 USA kernelonly.ftf, press flash and when the guide window popups up conect your phone to PC with holding Volume Down (-) button.
6. boot up your phone!!!
Now you have Root 'n' Deodex
CWM installation
1. In developer options on your phone check on the "USB debugging mode" (if you dont know how to enter to dev. opt. go to about menu in settings and tap around 7 times the build number stroke!!! then go out to settings and the dev. option will shown upper about menu!!!!)
2. Security menu check on "unknown seurces"
3. Extract XT-lockeddualrecovery2.7.89-BETA.installer.zip, then conect your phone to PC and start the .bat inside folder!
4. When the cmd comes up and your phone conected press 1, now look at your phone and press "OK"
Downloads:
For SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67):
Flashtool: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
Rooting file for SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67): https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
CWM for SXTX JB 4.1.2 firmware (67): https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
One problem on CWM!!! You can use just sdcard1!!! You cant flash from phone own memory sdcard0!!!
But for normal CWM you can try this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2657190
For SXTX JB 4.3 firmware (295):
Deodexed TX LT29i 4.3 295: https://disk.yandex.ua/public/?hash=...ZP4Xa7qV0m0=
Kernel only for TX LT29i 4.3 295: https://disk.yandex.ua/public/?hash=...ALGDJmmVn5M=
SuperUser v1.93: http://forum.xda-developers.com/devd...ct/dl/?id=4204
And for CWM: https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B4p...it?usp=sharing
Rken09 said:
One problem on CWM!!! You can use just sdcard1!!! You cant flash from phone own memory sdcard0!!!
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With Philz Recovery, flashing from both Sdcards works fine.
doable for 9.2.A.1.215?
Antiga Prime said:
Before unlocking your bootloader, I'd backup my TA partition which backs up your DRM keys. If you don't do that, you'll lose them forever (AFAIK), which means no more Bravia Engine. Look for "Backup-TA-9.10" in XDA and/or Google. You need root to do this, which means you'd have to go back to 4.1.2, because there are no methods currently available for rooting 4.3 without an unlocked bootloader.
Once you do that, or if you don't care, and you do upgrade back up to 4.3, flash this kernel, which comes with two recoveries, and then flash any custom ROM you want.
Although, if you do go back to 4.1.2 in order to backup your TA partition, then you can easily root 4.1.2, install CWM, and flash your custom ROM from there, no need to go back up to 4.3.
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Hi bro, got a question on this part. I also would like to explore for custom ROM but loss at this part. FYI currently my Xperia Tx running on 4.3 jellybean with 9.2.A.1.215 kernel.
Basically what should i do to proceed with the installation of CM? I have rooted and unlock boatloader, but failed to enter to recovery mode. Pls advise bro.
Thanks,
i recently asked for help in regards to rooting firmware 14.3.A.681 Model C6903 a noobs guide really since i am still new to it but some of the reply's i got were a bit confusing but all had one thing in common which was downgrade to an ftf ending in .534. The issues making me confused are
1. when i downgrade to .534 ftf i downloaded the Commercial and Generic UK unbranded versions and to my surprise my SIM Card wasn't detected i really dont know why :/
2.the next issue was reply's from some members regarding the next step which was after downgrading install xddualrecovery others also said root the .534 firmware first then install xddualrecovery and i noticed with some versions of xddualrecovery there's a 3rd option called "Install on non root" now my question here is, that option will it root and install a recovery on my phone such as CWM or TWRP and if yes why do i need a recovery am just rooting and truly do not wish to backup any data on phone or SD Card or install custom roms in future
3.the next issue was SuperSU after doing some googling on it i realized its an apk for root but i thought rooting will give me superuser access so my do i need that and why does xddualrecovery have an option of install SuperSU on rooted phone
4. the next issue is flashable ftf's or zip and stripped ftf's or zip and how is it different from regular or Stock ftf's and also why do i need to flash a flashable zip or ftf in say TWRP recovery and after powering off flash it again with the flashtool as some members suggested ?
5. the next issue is if its really required to install a recovery such as CWM or TWRP to get root access how do i unroot and get back default Stock firmware
6. what is locked and unlock bootloader ? and how do i know if mine is locked or unlocked some members made statements regarding that
all these issues especially my SIM Card not being detected made downgrade to C6903_14.2.A.0.290_Generic MY_1276-7939_R1B before my sim card started functioning and my last question is how to root 14.2.A.0.290 since it seems kitkat rooting is quite complicated and i hope rooting 14.2.A.0.290 would not require a downgrade
All answers are in Z1 Section. Read carefully, it is simply. To me look like you don't agree with the method to get root, than stay stock if you don't like it. There is no other ways.
i wish to root
eclyptos said:
All answers are in Z1 Section. Read carefully, it is simply. To me look like you don't agree with the method to get root, than stay stock if you don't like it. There is no other ways.
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i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
further explanation
cainwireshark said:
i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
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another example a member explained how to flash a flashable zip through TWRP in detail """In TWRP -> Wipe -> advanced Wipe Tick/Check:
Dalvik-Cache
System
Cache
Data
Then 'Swipe to Right' to make it happen and go back to the TWRP home screen;
Flash 'C69XX_14.2.A.0.290.flashable.zip' in TWRP """"""" but failed to explain in detail how to flash a stripped ftf of that "Flash everything in 'C69XX_14.2.A.0.290_Stripped.ftf';" and besides when i open that stripped ftf there are so many files i dont know what to do with them or flash it
cainwireshark said:
i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
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The instructions for installing dual recovery are in the OP of the dual recovery thread.
They are detailed enough there
gregbradley said:
The instructions for installing dual recovery are in the OP of the dual recovery thread.
They are detailed enough there
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my problem is not installing dual recovery my problem is how to flash a stripped ftf what should i use flashtool ? or another tool ?
cainwireshark said:
i want to root but i think the steps in the forums are not detailed enough like when they say install xddualrecovery am thinking it should be something like this when u install xddualrecovery you will see 3 options now depending on say the status of your phone whether root or unrooted do this and not just "install xddualrecovery" you see 3 options and you just dont know what to choose i hope you understand
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Downgrade to .534 with the FTF provided by NUT (Post ##3), then Root with Bin4ry method (Best One), Install SuperSU from Play Store, Install XZDualRecovery (you should know Now which option) and grant everything in SuperSU, recovery is needed to install Pre-Rooted Stock FTF (without it you can Dream about Rooted Android), then go to the page of you prefered Stock Android 4.3 or 4.4 and follow the instruction "How TO". HOW? Reboot in Recovery, Flash the .zip Rooted Android, Power off and don't reboot, Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
Simply like that!!
eclyptos said:
Downgrade to .534 with the FTF provided by NUT (Post ##3), then Root with Bin4ry method (Best One), Install SuperSU from Play Store, Install XZDualRecovery (you should know Now which option) and grant everything in SuperSU, recovery is needed to install Pre-Rooted Stock FTF (without it you can Dream about Rooted Android), then go to the page of you prefered Stock Android 4.3 or 4.4 and follow the instruction "How TO". HOW? Reboot in Recovery, Flash the .zip Rooted Android, Power off and don't reboot, Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
Simply like that!!
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how to do this ?????? the stripped ftf is multiple files how to use them i have no idea since all ftf i i have flashed are one large single files Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
cainwireshark said:
how to do this ?????? the stripped ftf is multiple files how to use them i have no idea since all ftf i i have flashed are one large single files Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
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You flash it just like any other FTF, do not open it.
All ftf files have multiple files in them, they are basically a zip archive. In fact the stripped FTF has LESS files in it than the big ones....
gregbradley said:
You flash it just like any other FTF, do not open it.
All ftf files have multiple files in them, they are basically a zip archive. In fact the stripped FTF has LESS files in it than the big ones....
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after looking elsewhere i realized i have to brand it before it becomes a single ftf of around 20MB so i need to flash a 20MB stripped ftf ????? with flashtool ?
NO, you flash it just like it says in [NUT]s instructions.
Just like any other FTF file, there is no difference.
Just like this
http://prntscr.com/385zsi
That has exactly what you need to do...
cainwireshark said:
how to do this ?????? the stripped ftf is multiple files how to use them i have no idea since all ftf i i have flashed are one large single files Flash from Flashtool the Stripped FTF. Reboot and enjoy your Rooted Device.
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I don't know why the extension of the stripped file is in .zip. Put that stripped file in Flashtool>firmware folder and if Flashtool recognize the file then you are ready to go, if not, change the Extension of that file from .zip to .ftf and try again. Same way like the downgrade, which I assume you did.
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I don't know why the extension of the stripped file is in .zip. Put that stripped file in Flashtool>firmware folder and if Flashtool recognize the file then you are ready to go, if not change the Extension of that file from .zip to .ftf and try again. Same way like the downgrade, which I assume you did.
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Yes, its a .zip to help with the download from [NUT]s server
I forgot that
Just change the .zip to .FTF and all is good.
@cainwireshark
BTW, after rename the extension you have to Reboot Flashtool (v0.9.15).
problem with step 3 and 6
gregbradley said:
NO, you flash it just like it says in [NUT]s instructions.
Just like any other FTF file, there is no difference.
Just like this
http://prntscr.com/385zsi
That has exactly what you need to do...
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when i place it there it doesnt show in flashtool whether i copy the zip there or extract the contents there it just wont show :crying:
cainwireshark said:
when i place it there it doesnt show in flashtool whether i copy the zip there or extract the contents there it just wont show :crying:
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change the extension of the file to .ftf, do not extract them
a .ftf file is just a .zip archive with a different extension. It needs to be .ftf for flashtool to recognise it as a (F)lash(T)ool (F)ile
still not showing
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change the extension of the file to .ftf, do not extract them
a .ftf file is just a .zip archive with a different extension. It needs to be .ftf for flashtool to recognise it as a (F)lash(T)ool (F)ile
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either am doing it wrong but not showing :/
cainwireshark said:
either am doing it wrong but not showing :/
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Try Reboot your PC.
thanks
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Try Reboot your PC.
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working now thx
finally got root access on 4.3
thanks
gregbradley said:
change the extension of the file to .ftf, do not extract them
a .ftf file is just a .zip archive with a different extension. It needs to be .ftf for flashtool to recognise it as a (F)lash(T)ool (F)ile
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thanks for effort in helping me finally got root on 4.3