Since I am new to this forum I am not allowed to post to http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460&page=3 Can anyone tell me if this method would work for xperia arc s running build no .587, with locked bootloader. I am new to rooting so fear messing things up so want to make sure that this will work before I try it out.
Try it and see.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
try this
thanks to Overlo4d for this tutorial
1) flash the 4.1.A.0.562 kernel http://www.mediafire.com/?twn09p8ekug46f7 (thanks to sathurnn)
note: you might get errors after the reboot, don't worry, this is normal and step 3 will fix that.
2) root your Arc/s with DooMLoRD's tool:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1601038
3) flash the 4.1.B.0.587 kernel
Arc S kernel only:
http://i.minus.com/1345808607/vsMMtn...ernel_only.ftf
worked for me
Does any one know some tutorial like this for the 431? I`m new here too, and i got tired of getting my cellphone stocking. plz help!
thiagoaguilera90 said:
Does any one know some tutorial like this for the 431?
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Have you the stickys in the General section.
thiagoaguilera90 said:
Does any one know some tutorial like this for the 431? I`m new here too, and i got tired of getting my cellphone stocking. plz help!
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The doomlord method works on .431 as i had it rooted that way...
XperienceD said:
Have you the stickys in the General section.
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i will check it out... new here give me some time and thanks
superoneclick
in the arc I have ICS 4.0. whether to download firmware or ROM Xperia Arc / Arc S ICS 4.0.4 ready in ROOT?? Is there can use SuperOneClick to root. What advantages and disadvantages??
sakthi444 said:
thanks to Overlo4d for this tutorial
1) flash the 4.1.A.0.562 kernel http://www.mediafire.com/?twn09p8ekug46f7 (thanks to sathurnn)
note: you might get errors after the reboot, don't worry, this is normal and step 3 will fix that.
2) root your Arc/s with DooMLoRD's tool:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1601038
3) flash the 4.1.B.0.587 kernel
Arc S kernel only:
http://i.minus.com/1345808607/vsMMtn...ernel_only.ftf
worked for me
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Related
Need help regarding my Arc S
i am on locked bootloader 4.0.4 ics. I dont want to unlock bootloader and do any fast boot mode, cwm or to remain in 4.0.3 kernel with skipping 4.0.4 kernel while flashing to 4.0.4 full update, then flashing 4.0.4 individually later way , etc ...
I understand both 4.0.3 and 4.0.4 kernel version are same but still 4.0.4 isn't rootable the old Root Exploit One Click way, which was used for 4.0.3 . So definately there could be some difference mayb better battery performance, they would have locked to not be able to root the old way and something new is needed for it? i mean they maybe would have just modified the same kernel version...
so please would highly appreciate anyone's help if one can provide me root 4.0.4 kernel the One Click way .
Regards
did u try this ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
arpith.fbi said:
did u try this ?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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That's exactly what he said he DIDN'T want to do. LOL!
@shantusingh, there is no other way currently known to root 4.0.4 other than the steps you mentioned in your first step.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
xtacy! said:
That's exactly what he said he DIDN'T want to do. LOL!
@shantusingh, there is no other way currently known to root 4.0.4 other than the steps you mentioned in your first step.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
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thanks for understanding and for letting me know, though hope one simple way comes out soon..
my basic idea is as like many others, we try different generic and in end we would only want our generic to be running when it officially comes because maybe we get less bloatware, better performance or could be anything..
so i want when i get 4.0.4 update then i cleanely update with root one click way... to get everything my generic with root in the end, even if other generic's kernel verison,etc be the same...
So i am counting on the genius devs here!
if we don't get root one click way for 4.0.4, then my other idea is i will officially update 4.0.4 via pc camp when it comes to india .. and when i get it i will check it with the 4.0.3's kernel version screenshot that i will already save to pc. So if they will be the same.... i will then only flash 4.0.3's kernel then will root my phone the old one click way ....
after that then will flash my phone with 4.0.4's kernel from 4.0.4 update ftf which was leaked on xda as i wont mind flashing other generic if everything matches. So i then will get it confirmed everything from stock that what i got in my region was the same aswell i didn't missed anything and will in end have stock 4.0.4 with stock 4.0.4 kernel(of other generic, but if version and everything will be same so can say indian kernel aswell) rooted! this way. Will do all this only if root one click simple way isn't developed for 4.0.4
Hope people understood what i am tring to explain the logic, it is very complex and absurd but all in the end all i am asking is to get same simple way to root 4.0.4 in the end
xtacy! said:
That's exactly what he said he DIDN'T want to do. LOL!
@shantusingh, there is no other way currently known to root 4.0.4 other than the steps you mentioned in your first step.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
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the title of the thread said so..so i directed him to that thread..
arpith.fbi said:
the title of the thread said so..so i directed him to that thread..
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thank you arpith.fbi for that, but i have already done that even before that thread was posted..
so no prob just hope its ur wish that u still find the easy way out as i asked n i would ofcourse appreciate the same...
wait for few days...updated oneclick root will come..
arpith.fbi said:
wait for few days...updated oneclick root will come..
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yes i am waiting, i'll be glad if you or anyone will update me about it... as if i be unaware of it being posted somewhere
Regards
@Ardith.fbi,
Didn't you say it was possible to get your hands on the Generic World from your contact at Sony India over the weekend? Any luck regarding that?
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
xtacy! said:
@Ardith.fbi,
Didn't you say it was possible to get your hands on the Generic World from your contact at Sony India over the weekend? Any luck regarding that?
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
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I am not in Blore dude..will be going back dere only on thursday..
Hello xda forum!
I´m kinda noob in the world of custimizing android devices, my first device was a SGA so that was an easy one, but now I have a xperia arc s with the official 4.0.4 rom made by sony the build number is 4.1.B.0 and I want to root it but i can´t, I have tried the DooMLoRD_v1_Xperia-2011-ICS-ROOT-emu-busybox-su.zip method but it failed i think because it requires the build no 4.1.A , the 2nd atempt was to flash a kernel made also by doomlord to put the build number into 4.1.A or somthing like that but it also failed becuse i can´t boot into fastboot mode, so i made a research around xda forum and I found that some devices are locked by the mobile operator, so they can´t boot into fastboot mode. Now my question is does this device is rubish or do I have a solution? what can i do?
thanx!! to all the people that can help me.
P.D.1: sorry for my bad english xD
P.D.2: don´t be like "uuhh! look around xda, you´ll find the answer" please I need some help.
psychonation said:
P.D.2: don´t be like "uuhh! look around xda, you´ll find the answer" please I need some help.
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Read the stickys, guides or one of the other threads just like this asking the SAME EXACT QUESTION...
Have you read the THREE threads on THE SAME PAGE you decided to post your question?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1874801
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1871981
thanx!
XperienceD said:
Read the stickys, guides or one of the other threads just like this asking the SAME EXACT QUESTION...
Have you read the THREE threads on THE SAME PAGE you decided to post your question?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1874801
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1871981
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Thanx you save my life jeje i finally rooted my phone!! so glad!!
could you?
psychonation said:
Thanx you save my life jeje i finally rooted my phone!! so glad!!
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Could you tell me which thread you did ?
arc s
Hello fellows
am using sony Ericsson Arc S
Lt18i
4.0.4
2.6.32.9-perf kernel
4.1.b.0.587 build
i try to make it Root
but i was not able to do it
even i followed the links
can any one help me please
thank you
thilan said:
even i followed the links
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XperienceD said:
Rooting:
- What is rooting and why should I do it? The pros & cons of Android rooting
Rooting methods for the XPERIA line of Phones has constantly changed from apps to Pre-Rooted ROMs and Kernels. A Google search of "root -insert device name-" should help to find the specific method for your Phone but the following link is well worth reading - [How-To] Rooting guide for 2011 xperia devices
References:
Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 18.12.2012]
[ROOT+BB+CWM] ICS and non rootable GB build
[ROOT][NOOB GUIDE][for unlock BL] For Official ICS 4.0.4
[HOW-TO][FTF] Root and CWM with the latest 9.0.1.D.0.10 firmware
[ROOT&MORE]Xperia 2012 line Flashtool + prerooted system.img + Sony fw FTF + addons
{Guide} How To Root Xperia™ Smartphone Running ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) or GB ( Gingerbread )
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Xperia arc s rooting problem !
Guys Noob Here ! Help m out I downloaded the flashtool , ready to root file , and kernel for Arc s , doom rooting kit too and started Updating , it flashed my phone , but when i started the runme.exe file it said that ' adb drivers are not updated something like that and its killing the process ! i didn't knew what to do ! so then i installed the kernel ! now my phone is very much slow not useable ! new apps came that are foursqaure but not SU user the root apps ! what to do ? how do i downgrade or fix tis problem ! my phone is almost dead :X :crying: :crying:
Yes then update your phone's ADB drivers.
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium
Hi guys
I have a Sony Xperia S totally new, firs of all i already updated it to ICS 4.0.4 Compilation 6.1.A.2.55, and the bootloader is Locked
Wich is the best way for root it?
and if somebody can show me a very easy guide to do it, i realy appreciate it
Please Help Me
Thanks in Advance
adge24 said:
Hi guys
I have a Sony Xperia S totally new, firs of all i already updated it to ICS 4.0.4 Compilation 6.1.A.2.55, and the bootloader is Locked
Wich is the best way for root it?
and if somebody can show me a very easy guide to do it, i realy appreciate it
Please Help Me
Thanks in Advance
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Best one I've found (used it myself) is this one - http://www.xperiagamer.com/Beginners-Guides/rooting-xperia-s.html
moskwiz said:
Best one I've found (used it myself) is this one - http://www.xperiagamer.com/Beginners-Guides/rooting-xperia-s.html
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"Always working" method is flash 6.1.A.2.50 with Flashtool (without wiping anything, except if you wish) and root with http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
Rooting itself is done in 5 minutes. Flashing? Also 5 mins.
6.1.A.2.55 firmware is not rootable, you can just flash prerooted .55 rom in CWM, but for that you still need rooted .50.
Hello fellows
am using sony Ericsson Arc S
Lt18i
4.0.4
2.6.32.9-perf - kernel
4.1.b.0.587 - build
i try to make it Root
but i was not able to do it
even i followed the links
can any one help me please
thank you
XperienceD said:
Rooting:
- What is rooting and why should I do it? The pros & cons of Android rooting
Rooting methods for the XPERIA line of Phones has constantly changed from apps to Pre-Rooted ROMs and Kernels. A Google search of "root -insert device name-" should help to find the specific method for your Phone but the following link is well worth reading - [How-To] Rooting guide for 2011 xperia devices
References:
Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 18.12.2012]
[ROOT+BB+CWM] ICS and non rootable GB build
[ROOT][NOOB GUIDE][for unlock BL] For Official ICS 4.0.4
[HOW-TO][FTF] Root and CWM with the latest 9.0.1.D.0.10 firmware
[ROOT&MORE]Xperia 2012 line Flashtool + prerooted system.img + Sony fw FTF + addons
{Guide} How To Root Xperia™ Smartphone Running ICS ( Ice Cream Sandwich) or GB ( Gingerbread )
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Thx
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could you please tell me what i have to do now
i feel i have installed the 431
and how i can enable root now ?
thx
root tool
XperienceD said:
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when i run the root tools
its saying the below messages
i think system is can not be modified
is there any solution please
Give this a watch...
hey
XperienceD said:
Give this a watch...
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can you guess where am doing the mistake please
thx
thilan said:
can you guess where am doing the mistake
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I can't "guess" no, especially with such little feedback of what you're doing.
hi
XperienceD said:
I can't "guess" no, especially with such little feedback of what you're doing.
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i think i have downgrade the kernel
that is why when i connect with pc companion its prompting for a software update
but why the root tool is not able to write the system ?
its saying read only file system
thilan said:
i think i have downgrade the kernel
that is why when i connect with pc companion its prompting for a software update
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I can't deal with "I think", you either have or you haven't, from the video link...
The 3-step process is as follows:
- flash 4.1.B.0.587
- flash an insecure (lower build) kernel
- root using the 2011 Xperia ICS Rooting Toolkit
- flash back the 4.1.B.0.587 kernel
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...watch the video again.
rooted
XperienceD said:
I can't deal with "I think", you either have or you haven't, from the video link...
...watch the video again.
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its rooted
i have flashed with another downloadable kernel
when i run root tool kit
i also keep the flah tools also running
then its installed some driver and did it
after rooting
what are the benefits that i can get ?
:laugh:
There are a lot of reasons as to why rooting is great! Here's a google search
Main benefits include debloating your phone of useless apps that were once not removable, modding your phone with different features, and tweaking your phone to make it faster
good luck!
thilan said:
its rooted
i have flashed with another downloadable kernel
when i run root tool kit
i also keep the flah tools also running
then its installed some driver and did it
after rooting
what are the benefits that i can get ?
:laugh:
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Great stuff, however you should already know what it's for before doing it. See jmans link.
root update
XperienceD said:
Great stuff, however you should already know what it's for before doing it. See jmans link.
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i have root my arc s
by downgrading kernel
if i update it back
will i lose the root facilities ?
as it can not be updated by pc Companion and update service
need a help
thx
I'm selling my phone so i need to install everything back as it was(official ics 4.0.4 with .587 kernel) because stock rom doesn't have bugs.
I'm currently using Xperia Ultimate HD on advance stock kernel...
i need someone to write me the steps, and I will do them... many thanks!
Download Flashtool
Download the appropriate ftf (LT15i/LT18i)
Flash via flashtool
sent via XPERIA™ Arc
1Fawwaz said:
i need someone to write me the steps, and I will do them... many thanks!
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Read the stickys and watch a video instead.
msc3169 said:
Download Flashtool
Download the appropriate ftf (LT15i/LT18i)
Flash via flashtool
sent via XPERIA™ Arc
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Thanks for the help...
What does the ftf file includes?
Does it also include stock kernel and baseband with the firmware? or do I have to install them manually?
**I'm currently on .72 baseband, do I have to change it?
Sent from my Xperia arc S using Xperia Z
1Fawwaz said:
Thanks for the help...
What does the ftf file includes?
Does it also include stock kernel and baseband with the firmware? or do I have to install them manually?
**I'm currently on .72 baseband, do I have to change it?
Sent from my Xperia arc S using Xperia Z
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It includes everything.... just flash!
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
I recommend you flash the GB rom, since it is fast. ICS is laggy. I don't think the buyer would be satisfied if it lagged
blakstar said:
I recommend you flash the GB rom, since it is fast. ICS is laggy. I don't think the buyer would be satisfied if it lagged
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I wouldn't be happy if it came with GB.
Sent from Myushi
XperienceD said:
I wouldn't be happy if it came with GB.
Sent from Myushi
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Yes but then when the buyer connects the phone to a pc, it will prompt him to install pc companion. Then it will prompt him to install ICS. So then, he will have a choice . But if it came with ICS and he didn't like it, it will be harder to downgrade to GB in that case. So better flash the stock GB
msc3169 said:
Download Flashtool
Download the appropriate ftf (LT15i/LT18i)
Flash via flashtool
sent via XPERIA™ Arc
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and don't forget to wipe all your data
I did everything... All done.. Thank you all guys
I installed this firmware: Official ICS update Arc&Arc-S 4.1.B.0.431
And then relocked bootloader...
But now I have notification: system update available 4.1.B.0.587 , should I update or not? I read somewhere on xda that users were reporting bricked phones after OTA updates... because of unlocked bootloader (they said).. And I don't want that next user to click on it and then have a bricked phone, and I can't just hide the notification... if they do factory rest , the notification will pop up...
so now is it ok to update or not? or if you can link me to 4.1.B.0.587 firmware to install it...
1Fawwaz said:
so now is it ok to update or not? or if you can link me to 4.1.B.0.587 firmware to install it...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=35910775#post35910775
you relocked your boot loader right? if so is ok
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
tangosierra_ said:
you relocked your boot loader right? if so is ok
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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Yes I relocked it, is it ok to update it now guys??
I relocked it using this method: [Tutorial] Relock bootloader!
As quoted from this method: "You still can't get DRM back. It's gone from the phone!"...
Would have been much simpler to just flash a stock 587 ftf.
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Would have been much simpler to just flash a stock 587 ftf.
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Yes I know!! but I couldn't find it actually can you give me a link to that firmware? I would be very thankful to you...
1Fawwaz said:
Yes I know!! but I couldn't find it actually
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I have to wonder sometimes. Click, browse, find. http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=963
I just found these links: http://xperiadev.wordpress.com/flashing/xperia-ftf-firmwares/ :victory: :laugh:
firmware .587: http://www.mediafire.com/?a1sya49j9bee1a5
this other thing: http://uploaded.net/file/gsfx4w60
Do I have to flash them both? if so what is the order?
1Fawwaz said:
I just found these links:
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I post a link to the general section where you can find it on the first page below the stickys and you come back with links from another site. I'm unable to help People who continue to demonstrate they're incapable of helping themselves, so you'll have to wait for someone with more patience to help.
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I post a link to the general section where you can find it on the first page below the stickys and you come back with links from another site.
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Sorry.. I didn't saw your reply there... I was surfing from phone's browser... Thank you.
1Fawwaz said:
firmware .587: http://www.mediafire.com/?a1sya49j9bee1a5
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Just flash that and report back.