Hello. I just got a Xiaomi mi5. I live in the United States. It has the China ROM. I wanted to install the global ROM, but it seems that you need to unlock the bootloader to do that. To unlock the bootloader, you need to send an application to Xiaomi. It has version 7. Is there a way to install the global version of MIUI 8 without unlocking the bootloader? So far, I have downloaded the ROM file from this website. http://en.miui.com/download-299.html. I followed the instructions to copy it onto the phone, go into the updater app, choose the update package, and select the ROM file. It gives me an error saying it cant verify the ROM. I tried using the MiPhone manager. It did not work either. I then read to use the Chinese version of the program, and followed which buttons to press. After selecting the ROM, it gave me some error in Chinese. I also read about a Mi flash tool, but it seems you need to use a special engineering cable or adapter. What do I do? Is sending the application to Xiaomi the only option I have? What do I do?
Just unlock bootloader, why not?
marcoly said:
Just unlock bootloader, why not?
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Perhaps, for security reasons?
If i remember correctly you cannot go from developer to stable ROM if the language is different. Do you use the developer or stable rom for global? And what version is installed now?
You can check by going to settings > about phone.
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Perhaps, for security reasons?
If i remember correctly you cannot go from developer to stable ROM if the language is different. Do you use the developer or stable rom for global? And what version is installed now?
You can check by going to settings > about phone.
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Why you can't just go for Xiaomi.eu ROMs? Install China Dev, unlock bootloader and install their ROM (6.4.21 has even TWRP included). Their ROM is free from Chinese crap (I don't know about global, but I don't really need Xiaomi apps or MiPay).
Without unlocking bootloader you will need engineering cable.
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I got my phone from http://www.aliexpress.com/item/Orig...h-16ML-NFC-dual-sim-4K-video/32634972794.html
As I understand it, I will be the happiest upon changing to custom xiaomi.eu-firmware, but this requires me to switch to the china developer ROM first. This is why I want to unlock the bootloader.
It came preloaded with "MIUI Global 7.2.8.0.0(MAACNDB)" though, and I don't seem to be able to flash the firmware. When I check for updates it says: "no updates available" and when I manualy select the update package it says "Can't verify update".
Is my understandig correct? If so, please help me fix this. I'll be eternally grateful!
I got mine with 7.2.4 Global Rom preinstalled and had no problems with the unlock app from Xiaomi. Some people says that its possible with Global Rom to unlock the bootloader, i can only confirm it for 7.2.4 - But it should be possible with 7.2.8 also. You can find the instructions for unlocking the bootloader also here at XDA, search for it
To be sure you could change back to 7.2.4 by flashing with MiuiFlash in fastboot (or EDL) mode.
Please note: Please don't flash the latest Miui Stable CN or Miui Developer CN images, you'll lock you out of EDL mode with the newest versions...
If you need the link for 7.2.4 search the forum here or i can provide you with the file.
Thank you shade.sh! Once I receive my unlock code I will try with the current (non-developer) build first. I hope it gets to me soon!
I got my unlock confirmation after 9 days.
Sorry, I wrote a lot but it merged it with the comment and now I am not bothered to write it again!
Hey everyone,
I was just wondering what I need to do when i receive the device. I am in Australia and the phone might be the Chinese model.
So is there anything I have to do with the phone to make it usable as I've heard you need to flash on the global ROM.
How do I properly set up my device for use?
Thanks
MrMoistWalrus said:
Hey everyone,
I was just wondering what I need to do when i receive the device. I am in Australia and the phone might be the Chinese model.
So is there anything I have to do with the phone to make it usable as I've heard you need to flash on the global ROM.
How do I properly set up my device for use?
Thanks
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Not easy.To flash the global version miui,you need to unblock your boolloader, then download the global package,and flash it with the miflash.But to unlock the bootloader,you need a mi account and make a Application.
MrMoistWalrus said:
Hey everyone,
I was just wondering what I need to do when i receive the device. I am in Australia and the phone might be the Chinese model.
So is there anything I have to do with the phone to make it usable as I've heard you need to flash on the global ROM.
How do I properly set up my device for use?
Thanks
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If you bought from a chinese-based online store, most likely your device has a fake ROM. To get rid of that ROM, you need to unlock bootloader. No matter if you want to flash an official ROM or unofficial xiaomi.eu. You can try to change ROM with MIUI Updater app, but most probably it will not work from a fake ROM.
To unlock bootloader you need at least a couple of things: a xiaomi account you can create here Mi Account -> account.xiaomi.com
After you create your MI account you need to request unlock here MI Unlock en.miui.com/unlock and wait several days to be approved for unlocking. In my case it took 4 or 5 days before I received an SMS of approval.
Then download MI Unlock app (Windows) and search a manual for unlocking device (you need to activate developer options).
In order to unlock bootloader you need a Chinese ROM (stable or dev) but If I'm not wrong all 'fake' devices come with a chinese-based ROM, otherwise wouldn't be a fake ROM?
After you achieve unlocking you can flash any ROM, Global or China, unofficial like xiaomi.eu, etc..
Flash global rom without unlocking bootloader
There is a way to flash global rom without unlocking bootloader using special USB cable that you can make yourself if you still want to do so i'll gladly show you how I did with my phone.
If you are tired and irked by MIUI, I would strongly recommend you to quickly apply for Bootloader unlocking permission on the official Miui site. Afterwards, unlock your bootloader and install official TWRP recovery and a ROM of your choice such as CM14.1. That way, you will be able to experience the true "openess" and magic of Android!
You can install CyanogenMod ROM, but unfortunately you will get no updates, since project has been discontinued on Dec 31 . Their successor is http://lineageos.org/ but there's nothing on their web yet.
Do create a MiAccount.. and do remember your security pattern... what ever you intend to do next do those two things
no need to unlock bootloader.
Xiaomi flash ROM came with 2 method.
you can flash not only from fastboot mode ( bootloader mode ) but also from edl mode ( QDloader 9008 mode ).
- fastboot method need to unlock bootloader.
- EDL method not need to unlock bootloader .
EDL method even can unlock bootloader with unofficial method
Hi guys,
I'm trying to get my head around everything, in order to get it onto a cleanly installed Global stable rom. It’s currently running an older version of Global stable rom, on a locked bootloader. I wish to make sure that the installation is totally clean, so I’ve figured that one of my best options would be to update it using the fastboot method.
As far as I can gather, this is that I should first unlock the bootloader using this guide here:
http://en.miui.com/thread-267361-1-1.html
After I’ve done that, I can update using “method 3”, the fastboot method, as described here:
http://en.miui.com/thread-307744-1-1.html
I have a few questions here, before I start the process. Any help would be appreciated:
In order to unlock the bootloader, I gather I need to be on China Dev rom (not Global, and not China Stable). Do I simply use the updater app and run a downloaded ROM from the website to get it onto China Dev?
Do I need to be on China Dev to even start the bootloader unlocking process? Can I leave it on what I currently have (Global stable) until I get the unlock codes?
When I register for a Mi account and request for an unlock, does the phone number associated need to be in the Mi5 I'm unlocking? I.e., do I need to keep the sim card in the Mi5, while I wait for the unlock codes etc. Until the phone is cleanly installed, I'll be using a different phone, so the SMS codes will be received on a different handset.
Do I need to install all the drivers, (Quallcomm etc.), noted in this guide here? http://en.miui.com/thread-299790-1-1.html The other guide above only specifically mentions to install the Mi Flash Tool.
Lastly, am I going about this the right way, or is there perhaps an easier way of doing things to get a clean install? Note, I don't have access to a deep flash cable.
Thanks in advance.
Hello,
Will try to answer some of your questions based on my experience.
I unlocked the bootloader from global stable rom. It is possible to do that from global and china rom. No need to change roms and definitely not needed to be on developer roms. I am not sure if it works on eu rom as it is unofficial.
You need to apply for phone unlock over xiaomi webpage while you are logged in to your xiaomi account. If you havent created a Xiaomi account it might be easier to make one over the phone as it uses your phone number and connects it all to your account.
Then log in on your pc and apply for the bootloader unlock. It takes about 10 days for them to process your request and i didn't even receive the sms that i can unlock my phone. After about 15 days have passed since i applied i just went along the instructions on the xiaomi unlock webpage and just unlocked it with some xiaomi pc application.
It was a fairly straightforward experience. I can't remember was it mi flash or it was something specifically for unlocking the bootloader, anyway it is on the xiaomi unlock webpage and on miui forum.
After you are through the process you can go to developer options in settings and look for mi unlock status it should say unlocked if you are successful. (if you haven't switched the developers options on already tap 6-7 times on the miui version in about phone and the developers options menu will appear in additional settings menu)
My frustration level is super high with this brand new Mi Mix I bought from a US reseller that came unlocked with the official latest global rom version. Before I decide to return it, can anyone please tell me a simple way to relock the bootloader so I can download Netflix and use this device like normal? I can't even get the Mi PC suite to recognize its connected. Very annoying!
do you try mi flash? there are options clean install dirty and clean relock install
No, do I need too flash the rom again with the tool to relock or is there an option to just lock the bootloader only? Will I still get Global Rom updates after relocking? Am I able to unlock in the future since it's already been unlocked once by the reseller? Thanks for your earlier response! I'm just not that good with all the modification stuff.
No You cant relock without clean install anda yes You will recieve otas
And for The re unlock You have to need a code if your seller unlock it then You have to get xiaomi unlock permission again once You recieve The code with your acc You can lock relock unlock anytime You want
egentreri said:
No You cant relock without clean install anda yes You will recieve otas
And for The re unlock You have to need a code if your seller unlock it then You have to get xiaomi unlock permission again once You recieve The code with your acc You can lock relock unlock anytime You want
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Thanks! So can I just do a clean reinstall directly from the phone and will it automatically lock for me? I apologize - I'm not really technical with this stuff. I'm on the latest Global Rom that's on the official site. I don't want to change my rom or root in any manner. I just want keep it the way it is and simply lock the bootloader. I have read some other guides about flashing and downloading a whole bunch of drivers and changing settings on my PC to get it to work. Isn't there any easier way of doing this? I want it to work like if I just bought it at a store and allow me to set it up like have with my S8+.
Then install mı flash and fasboot rom of your choise global stable or global beta then close The phone and open pressing w power button and wolume down button at The same time once You ses The tinker bunny (fasboot mode pic) connect your phone with a cable and install with mı flash of your choise of rom and ext its very easy en.miui.com download section You can fallow The steps there its tooooo easy You can spor
And no You can not lock your bootloader anyother way
Thanks! I got it reflashed and locked! When I searched the Play Store, Netflix showed up right away! Appreciate the help... It was super easy!
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Thanks! I got it reflashed and locked! When I searched the Play Store, Netflix showed up right away! Appreciate the help... It was super easy!
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have a good day
egentreri said:
Then install mı flash and fasboot rom of your choise global stable or global beta then close The phone and open pressing w power button and wolume down button at The same time once You ses The tinker bunny (fasboot mode pic) connect your phone with a cable and install with mı flash of your choise of rom and ext its very easy en.miui.com download section You can fallow The steps there its tooooo easy You can spor
And no You can not lock your bootloader anyother way
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Hi Egentreri,
I am surprised to read by your reply; I thought the bootloader could be relocked using a fastboot command. I have bought a Mi6 a few days ago and it came with an EU rom. I decided to flash the Global Rom using the regular update tool from the rom itself, but unfortunately TWRP was installed, something I hadn't checked... and I bricked the phone. I managed to reflash the stock recovery (in chinese) in fastboot and I the phone some how booted again and I could reflash the rom from the update tool and this seems to have flashed a new stock recovery as it is now in english?
My bootloader is still unlocked, but I guess I could use the fastboot command to relock the phone as I now have a stock recovery along with a stock Global Rom? What do you think?
Thanks,
Alex
nirmnet said:
Hi Egentreri,
I am surprised to read by your reply; I thought the bootloader could be relocked using a fastboot command. I have bought a Mi6 a few days ago and it came with an EU rom. I decided to flash the Global Rom using the regular update tool from the rom itself, but unfortunately TWRP was installed, something I hadn't checked... and I bricked the phone. I managed to reflash the stock recovery (in chinese) in fastboot and I the phone some how booted again and I could reflash the rom from the update tool and this seems to have flashed a new stock recovery as it is now in english?
My bootloader is still unlocked, but I guess I could use the fastboot command to relock the phone as I now have a stock recovery along with a stock Global Rom? What do you think?
Thanks,
Alex
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In my non expert opinion and little experience flashing som custom roms and then going back to official (beta and stable), and back again to custom with twrp recovery and all... Sure and easiest method for going to any of the official roms and having the bootloader relocked is to flash chosen rom with fastboot update: for the Mix: http://en.miui.com/a-234.html
That way, which I understand is what @gman901 did, with the same package you get back to locked bootloader, stock recovery, etc.
I got my Mix unlocked also, which I didn't mind as I quickly rooted and went to try some fantastic custom roms. But the first weeks, when going back and forth and trying this and that, at some point I wanted to go back to vanilla official global stable, and from there to global developer. To do the first step from custom rom only fastboot update worked.
Hope this helps!
Hello. I used this method to lock bootloader in chinese version of Mi9:
in.c.mi.com/thread-1392662-1-0.html
Something went wrong and after that only recovery menu and fastboot is available. At the bottom of the screen appears a message "This version of MIUI can't be installed on this device.". Bootloader is locked now but MIUI is not starting.
I tried to unlock bootloader with Mi Unlock. Unlocking status: "Please add your account in MIUI's Settings > Developer options > Mi Unlock status." Unfortunetly I can't go to MIUI's settings because MIUI is not starting.
I was trying to force ROM installation (global, chinese, eea, stable, developer) using XiaoMiTool and FastFlash - not working.
Also I was trying to sideload MIUI using XiaomiADB - not working.
Bootloader is locked so fastboot mode is useless in this situation I guess.
Screen:
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I'm a new user on this forum so I can't post outside links in messages so that's why I pasted the links as you see. Sorry.
Anyway help me please! Thank you in advance for any help or clue.
Just to get the background: Why did you lock the bootloader? I can't see any reason to do this after unlocking.
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Just to get the background: Why did you lock the bootloader? I can't see any reason to do this after unlocking.
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Because the banking applications didn't work with unlocked bootloader. I thought this is the easiest method. Now I know it's not. To be honest I was lazy and I didn't want to use twrp and magisk...
lk01 said:
Hello. I used this method to lock bootloader in chinese version of Mi9:
in.c.mi.com/thread-1392662-1-0.html
Something went wrong and after that only recovery menu and fastboot is available. At the bottom of the screen appears a message "This version of MIUI can't be installed on this device.". Bootloader is locked now but MIUI is not starting.
I tried to unlock bootloader with Mi Unlock. Unlocking status: "Please add your account in MIUI's Settings > Developer options > Mi Unlock status." Unfortunetly I can't go to MIUI's settings because MIUI is not starting.
I was trying to force ROM installation (global, chinese, eea, stable, developer) using XiaoMiTool and FastFlash - not working.
Also I was trying to sideload MIUI using XiaomiADB - not working.
Bootloader is locked so fastboot mode is useless in this situation I guess.
Screen:
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I'm a new user on this forum so I can't post outside links in messages so that's why I pasted the links as you see. Sorry.
Anyway help me please! Thank you in advance for any help or clue.
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You have locked bootloader on Chines device with global/EEA... etc. (not Chines official ROM), you can't do that. As i saw in other threads there is a simple solution with authorized account and EDL flash. If it won't work the only solution is opening your device and connect some contacts with a pin and then EDL flash, there is a lot of videos about that on youtube.
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You have locked bootloader on Chines device with global/EEA... etc. (not Chines official ROM), you can't do that. As i saw in other threads there is a simple solution with authorized account and EDL flash. If it won't work the only solution is opening your device and connect some contacts with a pin and then EDL flash, there is a lot of videos about that on youtube.
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Thank you g_seva. I will try that.
Oh, try mi flash tool beta first. It doesn't require you to login and use the Chinese Rom Global.
GO to recovery and use 'Mi Assistant', plug to PC, use the Mi Flash Tool (beta) if the most recent one is not working. On set it will tell you that you can't install the rom, there will be an error like you can't modify or change but you should be able to do it since you are installing an original Chinese Rom.
Give it a try first.