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[Q] Help!! How to enter Recovery Mode on Arc?

Hello Guys,
Can anybody help me regarding my problem,
How can enter into Recovery mode of my Arc.?
Phone:Xperia Arc
Android:2.3.4 - 4.0.1.A.0.283
Rooted and Unlocked Bootloader

Install it, and read the guides. ;-)
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XperienceD said:
Install it, and read the guides. ;-)
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but sir how can i install that? sorry but i dont know..
do u have xrecovery for arc?

Power device on and repeatedly press the volume down button
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airsouth21 said:
sorry but i dont know..
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That's what guides are for.

katietrophy said:
Power device on and repeatedly press the volume down button
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doesn't work for me =/
i try ti instal a rom via cwm and i can.

fmvcosta said:
doesn't work for me =/
i try ti instal a rom via cwm and i can.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1437840 or unlock your boot loader.

Download from the link v5 (v7 dies not install properly)and install app, then open app and install cwm into system.
To enter recovery press the back key when you see Sony logo, it might be vol button or just try every button until you find which works on your phone
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Hi there,
I am using Rush Kernel on Ultimate HD 3.0.2
Device Arc S
I am not able to get into recovery mode (unlocked bootloader - status checked) with pushed volume down button.
Can anyone help me? Or is this normal? (I am sorry, but I didn't read all 32 pages of Rush Kernel thread)
Thanks in advance!

[Q] How to root new ROM I8150XXLM6 ?

is there someway to root this ROM?
old methods didn't work

montahchos said:
is there someway to root this ROM?
old methods didn't work
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You mean the "update.zip" doesn't work ???

I read as unable to root, via recovery or ODIN, Super 1 click, Doomloard or other known methods, after flash ROM with ODIN.
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have you tested with unlockroot.com ???

Look for The-E....
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Try a one click method from here:
http://vulnfactory.org/blog/2011/09/12/rooting-the-samsung-admire/
And tell us if it worked.
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sgilmans said:
You mean the "update.zip" doesn't work ???
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Doomlord and any methods didn't work
i didn't know that i must press power button to show recovery menu
problem solved

montahchos said:
Doomlord and any methods didn't work
i didn't know that i must press power button to show recovery menu
problem solved
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This mean the old method still works?

montahchos said:
Doomlord and any methods didn't work
i didn't know that i must press power button to show recovery menu
problem solved
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Can I ask.....just for clearness/clarity....
You have you rooted using recovery?
Presume Stock Recovery?
Thanks in Advance!!
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sgilmans said:
You mean the "update.zip" doesn't work ???
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It works.
I've rooted my phone 5 minute ago with update.zip procedure and it works perfect (of course I have i8150xxlm6 new rom).

It works with update.zip

How can I install the ROMs in this forum (XPERIA ARC)

Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
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y2023958 said:
Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
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BL what? locked or unlocked?

y2023958 said:
Can anyone tell me how yo install the ROMs in this forum?
I always download it and use xRecovery but it always doesn't work
Besides , I have Rooted and BL
Last , sorry for my bad grammar , I'm from Taiwan , and nice to meet you all .
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For some custom roms you need to flash kernels via fastboot and for this you need unlocked bootloader.
if bootloader it's locked use Google and search there is official way to unlock but you will lose warranty and drm.
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zolaisugly said:
For some custom roms you need to flash kernels via fastboot and for this you need unlocked bootloader.
if bootloader it's unlocked use Google and search there is official way to unlock but you will lose warranty and drm.
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Who cares about locked bootloader?
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unlocked
creative_md said:
BL what? locked or unlocked?
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unlocked

First flash any kernel you want instructions will be given from where you will download like doomkernel it has inbuit recovery. Reboot into recovery choose your rom
Wipe system,chache,dalvik chache install zip from sd card
Dont flash ics rom over gb kernel or gb rom over ics kernel or it will cause bootloop
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Read the instructions. These threads just highlight why there should be a time limit for new members before they're allowed to post.
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creative_md said:
First flash any kernel you want instructions will be given from where you will download like doomkernel it has inbuit recovery. Reboot into recovery choose your rom
Wipe system,chache,dalvik chache install zip from sd card
Dont flash ics rom over gb kernel or gb rom over ics kernel or it will cause bootloop
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but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use

Try This
y2023958 said:
but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
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Considering you already have flashtool and your desired kernel follow this :
1) Plug in your phone in fastboot mode [S-Off, hold menu key and plug in to PC]
2) Place you .img on your desktop
3) Open up flashtool, select fastboot mode and select flash kernel and select it from the desktop
4) Once kernel is flashed un plug your device restart it open up CWM and flash desired ROM.
Hopefully i helped you out

y2023958 said:
but how can I flash the kernel in .img?
I only know hoe to flash the kernel by flashtool , it's simple to use
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kernel is an .img file so flash it normally as you do flash kernels...

creative_md said:
kernel is an .img file so flash it normally as you do flash kernels...
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After flashing the kernel you often need to flash Wifi Modules in recovery

I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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whiskey_1388 said:
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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You need to unlock your bootloader. Root is not needed at all.

whiskey_1388 said:
I did this also using flashtool, and im always getting error message saying that i have to root my phone when in fact its already rooted and i used doomlord's tool. SU is already on my phone homescreen. How does that possible? I followed all the instructions. Can you help guys.
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Yes root is not required so tell what exact error you are getting and first confirm that you have adb drivers installed
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Im getting this error message "device is not rooted" something like that.
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whiskey_1388 said:
Im getting this error message "device is not rooted" something like that.
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you need unlock bl yours is not unlocked.....

[Q] Fastboot Problem

When I connected my xplay in fastboot mode to PC and tried to flash kernel with fastboot, fastboot said <waiting for device>, can anyone help me???
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Reboot your xperia play when plugged into your pc. Hold the search button key while its booting up.

sedotwc01 said:
When I connected my xplay in fastboot mode to PC and tried to flash kernel with fastboot, fastboot said <waiting for device>, can anyone help me???
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There are a few things you must do
1. You must install flashmode and fastboot drivers
2.you must select xperia play as current device
3. Reboot into fastboot via ADB
4. Once booted into fastboot mode, click on select kernel to flash.

Xperia Gamer said:
There are a few things you must do
1. You must install flashmode and fastboot drivers
2.you must select xperia play as current device
3. Reboot into fastboot via ADB
4. Once booted into fastboot mode, click on select kernel to flash.
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I have already done what you say, LED is also blue, but fastboot still say waiting for device, any idea?
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Try the command:
fastboot devices

Solar.Plexus said:
Try the command:
fastboot devices
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there is no response, this is a seriuos problem, because I cant mod my xplay anymore
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What operating system are you using?
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brainard52 said:
What operating system are you using?
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I'm using both windows7 32 and 64, so any idea?
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Use flashtool's fastboot mode. Easy and fast

jeff7424 said:
Use flashtool's fastboot mode. Easy and fast
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I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
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sedotwc01 said:
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
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I know it's a pain to do but have you tried returning to stock and starting all over again?I take that flashmode works?That's what I would do if it happened on my phone:good:
EDIT Try disable antivirus

The real question is: have you run flashtool or the command line in "administrator mode"?

RozenTensai said:
The real question is: have you run flashtool or the command line in "administrator mode"?
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always sir, this the problem
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simple fix
sedotwc01 said:
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
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Update your version of flashtool uninstall the drivers from device manager. Reinstall never androxide flastool reinstall drivers make sure debugging is enabled. Then you should he good to go. If it don't work that means you need a new micro USB cable..
Problem solved next.

Same Problem
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always sir, this the problem
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Yep same problem for me:/ and i cant fix it but anyway , try to reflash your rom use generic rom my bl is unlocked so i dont know what is the problem iam not a pro*-* , try to reflash your rom my tip.

MynKry said:
Yep same problem for me:/ and i cant fix it but anyway , try to reflash your rom use generic rom my bl is unlocked so i dont know what is the problem iam not a pro*-* , try to reflash your rom my tip.
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with generic stock rom?? whats version, .42 .58 or .62? and then I can flash doomkernel??
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install your drivers
sedotwc01 said:
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
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if that dont work try another cable!

Also make sure you are using a USB 2.0 port as 3.0 has lots of problems with flashing
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Try using these drivers:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=37752501&postcount=136

Can't unlock boot loader or flash stock

Hi there,
Has anyone got a way out of this.....
I have a rooted C1905 that I have been playing around with. I want to try CM11 but boot loader unlock fails with a "FAILED (unknown status code)" report after I send my unlock code. I then thought I'd flash back to stock using S.U.S. but that fails too saying that I have a customized rom... which I don't!!! I seem to be stuck! is there anyway to force a stock flash?
Cheers

Have you checked if your bootloader can be unlocked? Go to the dialer, type *#*#7378423#*#* then go to Service info => Configuration. In rooting status, it should say "Bootloader unlock allowed: yes", otherwise it won't work. About your flashing problem, try connecting the phone directly in flash mode before opening SUS, by turning off your phone, holding Volume Down and plugging USB cable or by flashing a FTF file through Flash Tool...

It happened to me also ,check your IMEI CODE,you need to send first 14 digits of your IMEI,
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Thanks guys... I've managed to Flash back to stock with flashtool and I'll try the unlock the boot again. (boot unlock = Yes).
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noggin-the-nog said:
Thanks guys... I've managed to Flash back to stock with flashtool and I'll try the unlock the boot again. (boot unlock = Yes).
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Flashed an FTF of the latest but still can't unlock the bootloader. still get "unknown Error" and it wipes my apps.
Also can't use "repair my phone" on PCC as it says I have a Customised Rom, could this be due to me trying tools like flashgordon and debloat/deoxing flashing or routing? if so how can I get back to a stock state for a UK XM so I can start again?

noggin-the-nog said:
Also can't use "repair my phone" on PCC as it says I have a Customised Rom, could this be due to me trying tools like flashgordon and debloat/deoxing flashing or routing? if so how can I get back to a stock state for a UK XM so I can start again?
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Nope, but try this anyway.
1. Disconnect your phone and turn it off but keep the cable attached
2. Open PCC and go to Update
3. When it says no device found click the blue repair link
4. Choose Xperia M when asked to
5. Follow the instructions
I have a locked bootloader and modified ROM and it works flawlessly. Keep us updated
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Antrikos48 said:
Nope, but try this anyway.
1. Disconnect your phone and turn it off but keep the cable attached
2. Open PCC and go to Update
3. When it says no device found click the blue repair link
4. Choose Xperia M when asked to
5. Follow the instructions
I have a locked bootloader and modified ROM and it works flawlessly. Keep us updated
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Hi there,
Thanks for the help, unfortunately it doesn't work! PCC recognises my phone ok so I carried on to the "repair my phone" tab.
and this is what I get after it's downloaded the firmware and tries to flash it...

Antrikos48 said:
Nope, but try this anyway.
1. Disconnect your phone and turn it off but keep the cable attached
2. Open PCC and go to Update
3. When it says no device found click the blue repair link
4. Choose Xperia M when asked to
5. Follow the instructions
I have a locked bootloader and modified ROM and it works flawlessly. Keep us updated
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Hey fella, what ROM are you using? ive got a locked bootloader and looks as though i wont ever be able to work around this :/ so looking at other possibles before i give in and get a z1 compact.

noggin-the-nog said:
Thanks guys... I've managed to Flash back to stock with flashtool and I'll try the unlock the boot again. (boot unlock = Yes).
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Tell me exactly what it showing.
Boot loader unlock=yes
Or
Boot loader unlock allowed =yes
I'll tell you solution
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giridhargp said:
Tell me exactly what it showing.
Boot loader unlock=yes
Or
Boot loader unlock allowed =yes
I'll tell you solution
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Hi there,
I'm getting Bootloader unlock: Yes
Cheers

noggin-the-nog said:
Hi there,
I'm getting Bootloader unlock: Yes
Cheers
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Then your bootloader unlocked
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giridhargp said:
Then your bootloader unlocked
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Which is strange as at no time have I ever tried to unlocked it!!! I guess if I lock it again I can try a stock flash!
Thanks for your help again.

noggin-the-nog said:
Which is strange as at no time have I ever tried to unlocked it!!! I guess if I lock it again I can try a stock flash!
Thanks for your help again.
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If you lock it then PCC should work fine again
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noggin-the-nog said:
Which is strange as at no time have I ever tried to unlocked it!!! I guess if I lock it again I can try a stock flash!
Thanks for your help again.
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You can flash without locking also. And did you take ta partition backup to lock again?
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noggin-the-nog said:
Which is strange as at no time have I ever tried to unlocked it!!! I guess if I lock it again I can try a stock flash!
Thanks for your help again.
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See mine it's unlocked
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giridhargp said:
See mine it's unlocked
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Thanks again guys... do now remember doing a TA backup a while back so probably unlocked back in those dark days.
Gives me something to play with tomorrow.