Hello,
I am attempting to flash my Sony Xperia M phone, to downgrade it from 4.3 to 4.1 (in order to install a custom ROM).
I have downloaded two versions of the 4.1 OS, but neither appear to work.
The problem is, the progress bar indicating how far along the Flashing process is, is stuck at one point forever.
As I understand, it should take only a matter of minutes, but I've left it going for hours at a time, but it never completes.
There seems to be something wrong with the software, or the OS I've downloaded, or the phone itself. I have no idea.
If you are able to suggest ways around this problem, that would be appreciated.
Here's a screenshot and a WebM of the Flashing process.
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temp.account said:
Hello,
I am attempting to flash my Sony Xperia M phone, to downgrade it from 4.3 to 4.1 (in order to install a custom ROM).
I have downloaded two versions of the 4.1 OS, but neither appear to work.
The problem is, the progress bar indicating how far along the Flashing process is, is stuck at one point forever.
As I understand, it should take only a matter of minutes, but I've left it going for hours at a time, but it never completes.
There seems to be something wrong with the software, or the OS I've downloaded, or the phone itself. I have no idea.
If you are able to suggest ways around this problem, that would be appreciated.
Here's a screenshot and a WebM of the Flashing process.
http://webm.host/aab87/
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Who told you that you need to downgrade ?? You need the latest firmware version (4.3)
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Zakaria.R said:
Who told you that you need to downgrade ?? You need the latest firmware version (4.3)
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With the phone as it is, I am unable to unlock the bootloader. Only until I downgrade will I be able to unlock the bootloader.
Zakaria.R said:
Who told you that you need to downgrade ?? You need the latest firmware version (4.3)
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As you can see here in the Service Menu, the Rooting Status displays that the Bootloader cannot' be unlocked.
I have read elsewhere online that previous versions of Android on Xperia M allow for this. This is why I wish to downgrade.
I see my friend, I'm afraid even if you upgrade you'll get a "no" but you can always try I hope I'm wrong, unfortunately I never faced this problem, I don't know how to help, sorry man , try using a newer version of flashtool or even older, I don't know how drivers work on Mac but try reinstalling them, whatever could help you..
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Flashtool for OSX isn't working well . Fastboot is working , flashing is not working with me (OSX El CAptain)
I'm running flashtool on a Linux pc or on My Mac with virtual box and windows.
Has anybody found a solution to this problem?
I would like to contact the developer and report the issue, but can't find the info.
Is there an alternative way to flash Xperia phones on a Mac?
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Hi Guys!
I'm sorry if this question has been asked a gazillion times, but I want to know what I'm getting into first as I am new to rooting.
I have a Sony Xperia Ion (LT28i) with Jelly Bean on it (4.1.2). I was simply wondering if the process outlined in this thread would work:
[Tutorial][ION] Flashing Firmware and Rooting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1812168
Once again, sorry for a repeat but I'm not exactly sure about what my firmware is etc.
Thanks!
WGuitar said:
Hi Guys!
I'm sorry if this question has been asked a gazillion times, but I want to know what I'm getting into first as I am new to rooting.
I have a Sony Xperia Ion (LT28i) with Jelly Bean on it (4.1.2). I was simply wondering if the process outlined in this thread would work:
[Tutorial][ION] Flashing Firmware and Rooting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1812168
Once again, sorry for a repeat but I'm not exactly sure about what my firmware is etc.
Thanks!
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yes that will work..go to settings>about phone> and you will find all the info abt ur software versions...u are basically looking for build number here..
Build Number is:
6.2.B.0.211
Therefore since it appears to be the most recent firmware, I can simply skip to the rooting portion of the guide correct?
Thanks, I've been hoping to get my phone rooted to get rid of all the bloatware.
You guys are awesome!
I have attempted to root the device to no avail. Does the firmware have to be flashed over? Or can I use the firmware currently on it. If it has to be flashed over, my phone does not appear to have drivers in the flash tool. Can I flash without installing a driver?
WGuitar said:
I have attempted to root the device to no avail. Does the firmware have to be flashed over? Or can I use the firmware currently on it. If it has to be flashed over, my phone does not appear to have drivers in the flash tool. Can I flash without installing a driver?
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u have an unlocked bootloader or locked???
I believe it is locked as I have not done anything to the phone besides upgrading to JB from ICS. I used the Sony PC Companion to do so as well.
Edit: Bootloader is locked and apparently cannot be unlocked. (According to System info)
WGuitar said:
I believe it is locked as I have not done anything to the phone besides upgrading to JB from ICS. I used the Sony PC Companion to do so as well.
Edit: Bootloader is locked and apparently cannot be unlocked. (According to System info)
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It doesnt matter...can you tell me the steps that you did briefly and where you faced the problem?
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It tells me to use the display system check but it just gets stuck hanging at a white screen on my phone and the program does not continue from there. If you could tell me the version of the root program and which option to use, I might be able to do it, but I've tried a few different versions of it with different options. Not exactly sure what I can do.
Edit: Do I have to flash my firmware before trying to root? It doesn't say anywhere that I have to, however could that be what's not allowing me to root?
WGuitar said:
It tells me to use the display system check but it just gets stuck hanging at a white screen on my phone and the program does not continue from there. If you could tell me the version of the root program and which option to use, I might be able to do it, but I've tried a few different versions of it with different options. Not exactly sure what I can do.
Edit: Do I have to flash my firmware before trying to root? It doesn't say anywhere that I have to, however could that be what's not allowing me to root?
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This method doesnt work with your .211 fw. Try this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460&highlight=root+211+ion
I've tried that thread's root method. All I keep getting is a screen that it pauses at basically indefinitely, and none of the other root options work.
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Hi i folling this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2634196
I got problem att step #3 "Flash SO-02F_14.1.H.1.281_docomo.ftf (WIPE: select all, EXCLUDE: select none)"
SO-02F_14.1.H.1.281_docomo.ftf IS located in flashtool/firmware folder
Flashtoool is open , i click ón flash but the file does not show up as on option to use.
Verison 14.3.A.0.681
Kernel 3.4.0-perk-g8c33725
What is it im doing wrong?
Or am i supposed to use flashmode at step 3?
i see to have problem starting that too for some reason, i start phone while pusing volume down, but it starts normaly, No flahsing Led etc.'
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Anyone care to post a dummie guide fo fix root? All i really want is to increase volume with headphones
fuzz321 said:
Anyone care to post a dummie guide fo fix root?
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If you struggle with the existing guides, give up now.
XperienceD said:
If you struggle with the existing guides, give up now.
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Wouldt say i struggle, But buttom line is i cant get 'SO-02F_14.1.H.1.281_docomo.ftf' to show up in flashtool, im trying and it feels ridiciouls its not like im sitting at a computer for the first time, but there someting im missing.
Im new to android, never had problem like this unlocking other OS in the past.
fuzz321 said:
Im new to android, never had problem like this unlocking other OS in the past.
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Welcome to Sony. Reboot your comp and if it still doesn't show up then god knows.
Have you got latest version of flashtool installed?
Not near my pc, but am sure theres the option to browse for the ftf file in flashtool? Just make sure source folder is pointed to the firmware folder your ftf is in and flash.
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Restarted alread, yes should be latest version. Heres a screen
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Restarted alread, yes should be latest version. Heres a screen
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have you checked for rom hashes ?
see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2642081, it is in question section
"Flashtool does not recognize the firmwares, even though I put it into the correct folder?"
autobanned said:
have you checked for rom hashes ?
see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2642081, it is in question section
"Flashtool does not recognize the firmwares, even though I put it into the correct folder?"
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How do i check it? If its wrong, what do i do? Find another mirror? :S
fuzz321 said:
How do i check it? If its wrong, what do i do? Find another mirror? :S
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http://lmgtfy.com/?q=check+file+for+hash
If the hash is wrong, you simply redownload the file.
Since, sony released new update couple of days ago, with 15.4.a.1.9, rc2, many of us have unlocked bootloader, so can't install it via OTA and also not through PCC.
So I was wondering if anyone knows how to capture the OTA?
If anyone have ideas, please share, I can try to capture it.
BTW, I have tried to install the ota, even on unlocked bootloader, but it takes me to cwm, nothing happens, not hard/soft brick etc...
StraightEdgeKid said:
Since, sony released new update couple of days ago, with 15.4.a.1.9, rc2, many of us have unlocked bootloader, so can't install it via OTA and also not through PCC.
So I was wondering if anyone knows how to capture the OTA?
If anyone have ideas, please share, I can try to capture it.
BTW, I have tried to install the ota, even on unlocked bootloader, but it takes me to cwm, nothing happens, not hard/soft brick etc...
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use pcc...it will download update fils,,use flashtool create ftf...
its already uploaded in xda before 3-4 weeks
ansebovi said:
use pcc...it will download update fils,,use flashtool create ftf...
its already uploaded in xda before 3-4 weeks
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Well i did it, still after updating I got this
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This is a bug fix update I think... I downloaded via sus but asap i started phone after updating, update center app shown me this update...
StraightEdgeKid said:
Well i did it, still after updating I got this
This is a bug fix update I think... I downloaded via sus but asap i started phone after updating, update center app shown me this update...
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did u flashed cwm packed or any custom kernel? if yes/...it will show...
ansebovi said:
did u flashed cwm packed or any custom kernel? if yes/...it will show...
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What? It means im I am on latest firmware then?
StraightEdgeKid said:
What? It means im I am on latest firmware then?
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yes u r in latest..if u want chect with relocked and stock kernel...and clear data of update center...
even after this if u get this...report here
ansebovi said:
yes u r in latest..if u want chect with relocked and stock kernel...and clear data of update center...
even after this if u get this...report here
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Alright bro, thanks for the help... \0/
Hi folks,
Brand new D851 here! I want to get it fully updated to 20G before going ROM happy. I'm aware of the 20G flashable ZIP (here) but figured I'd just get it to download. The phone (new, from Amazon, unlocked) came with kitkat. I skipped the setup process and have no SIM in it; once I connected it to wireless it promptly downloaded and installed 20E. But there it sits. It doesn't seem to understand 20G should be waiting. Repeated checks for updates don't goose it along.
Is there some trick to this?
I will probably quickly exit stock, and then set up maybe Blisspop or something similar for 5.1.1, configuring for AT&T (I'm on ATT and bought the D851 due to unlocked bootloader).
I'm not shy flashing the zip I referenced above, just figured it might be better to update via the normal route if possible.
Thanks in advance!
LG Mobile Support Tool
Go here: http://www.lg.com/us/support/product-help/CT10000027-1412198655480-software-updates
Select the "Software Update LG Mobile" tab on the right.
Make sure you have the proper USB drivers installed.
The page states that the latest is 20E but I just flashed to do a trade-in and it was 20G.
Thanks. I will try it tonight.
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Thanks again @mitbit2k3 . I went to the link you suggested and got the download tool; it updated my phone successfully after I installed the driver. There was a bit of foolishness about telling the device to do PC software but eventually got it connected. All is well. Upgrade only took ~10-15 minutes to download and install once started.
Frankenscript said:
Thanks again @mitbit2k3 . I went to the link you suggested and got the download tool; it updated my phone successfully after I installed the driver. There was a bit of foolishness about telling the device to do PC software but eventually got it connected. All is well. Upgrade only took ~10-15 minutes to download and install once started.
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I think I just got the OTA notification for 20G. Were you still able to root and everything afterwards?
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Yes. Rooted no problem. See my musings of a stranger in a strange land thread where i link to the method i used.
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Frankenscript said:
Yes. Rooted no problem. See my musings of a stranger in a strange land thread where i link to the method i used.
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Thanks! Is this a 5.1.1 update? Or just maintenance?
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Just maintenance. Stagefright i think. It isn't clear that we will get a 5.1.1 release. May go straight to marshmallow. A shame because im not sure i want marshmallow.
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I am getting the above warning on boot. I am ignoring it for the time being.
Z00A
Installed MM bootloader bits "M_BL_upgrade_for_zf2_ze551ml_6.0"
TWRP 3.0.2
ROM lineage-14.1-20170119-UNOFFICIAL-Z00A
GAAPS open_gapps-x86-7.1-micro-20170121
Any thoughts on how to get rid of it?
Regards,
David
Best401k said:
I am getting the above warning on boot. I am ignoring it for the time being.
Z00A
Installed MM bootloader bits "M_BL_upgrade_for_zf2_ze551ml_6.0"
TWRP 3.0.2
ROM lineage-14.1-20170119-UNOFFICIAL-Z00A
GAAPS open_gapps-x86-7.1-micro-20170121
Any thoughts on how to get rid of it?
Regards,
David
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I thought this message would appear when one uses an unlocked bootloader in asus phone
SpiderPack said:
I thought this message would appear when one uses an unlocked bootloader in asus phone
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Nope. It happens when you modify your phone. Just unlocking bootloader won't trigger this at the most.
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This message appears when you update you bootloader to MM bootloader. It's normal
HugoClaw said:
This message appears when you update you bootloader to MM bootloader. It's normal
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...not from OTA packages.
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I have just updated to LineageOS 14.1 and I am getting the same message and trying to clarify (I have searched a lot of threads on this ) if this message is normal after updating to MM Bootloader?
If it is normal, is it possible to 'fix'? Or will I have to wait until and official bootloader is available for Z008, which I assume will not happen?
redjelly said:
I have just updated to LineageOS 14.1 and I am getting the same message and trying to clarify (I have searched a lot of threads on this ) if this message is normal after updating to MM Bootloader?
If it is normal, is it possible to 'fix'? Or will I have to wait until and official bootloader is available for Z008, which I assume will not happen?
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It's normal, since you've modified your phone's software. To eliminate it, go back to stock firmware and never touch it again.
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krasCGQ said:
It's normal, since you've modified your phone's software. To eliminate it, go back to stock firmware and never touch it again.
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Thanks for the reply. I don't think I will go back...
Interestingly, I have been running CM13 for 4 weeks, up until now with the standard bootloader, only when I had to upgraded to MM Bootloader (to run LineageOS 14.1 ) do I get the message. I am new to this so only trying to understand what bit of the software zigsaw generates the message. I guess it the change to none standard Bootloader upgrade and not the LineageOS ROM?
Thanks in advance for any explanation.
regards Rich