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Help.
Booting failed. After downloading "[LINUX] Universal Nexus Linux Toolkit v1.0 (Unlock, Lock, Root, CWM, Factory Reset)" and ran Unlock the bootloader, Flash CWM recovery (Standard or Touch), Root the phone, I didn't foud anything change (not like my cellphone, I can select recovery mode when long push the powerbutton off button), so I made a decision (I beleve that's a huge mistake), I did lock the bootloader and flash Google Factory Image. Finally I realised I couldn't boot OS, but I found at the begining of power on, I could choose "start" "restart bootloader" "recovery mode" "power off" , It said booting faild if I select start or recovery mode.
Is there any way to rescue my tablet?

I have not used that tool.. But i believe you were to have a rom on your data/ media partition on your tablet then boot into recovery and flash the rom.. Sounds like your tablet just has no rom on it.. Try to adb push a rom to data /media then go into cwm and flash it .. you can use the nexus tool kit to do this if you do not know how..
Good Luck...
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oops misread . your saying you can not get to recovery.. Try holding both vol up and down together and then power button from a off state . Before i would say 20 seconds you should get a hard reset.. if not the recovery/ rom flash failed.. You will need to use a Nexus tool kit to put the recovery and rom back.. or use fastboot to push recovery.. boot into recovery and install flash rom....
Sorry

can't see device with usb or adb
I have the same problem. Unforunately, I can't see my device with adb or in windows via the usb port. Without these I can't use the Nexus 7 toolkit. Any idea what I should try next?

jackjsa said:
How Unbrick nexus 7!!
1) Download the factory. image of nexus 7 before by this https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images.
2) nexus 7 root toolkit for the advanced. utilities it. (Lower left corner of the application), then click Launch.
3) mode is advanced tool you see Quick tools (on the left), select Fastboot-Bootloader me. The middle section (Boot / Flash image) to Flash (Permanent).
4) the file you downloaded from the first) is to run it using 7zip. Do not have a zip file. Recommend that if you are exhausted. The file extension. . Img me into the same folder (for ease of flash. And protection against flash files!) 7zip app and all programs in the community. Reload this App Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=org.joa.zipperplus7.
Computer loaded from this link. http://www.7-zip.org/download.html.
5) flash file system before the first Boot Click Boot and select the file from 4) the file named boot.img it.
6) flash the Bootloader on file bootloader-tilapia-4.18.img. (The grouper tilapia could be it. If you use the nexus 7 Wifi only).
7) flash the Radio / Baseband file name. radio-tilapia-1231_0.17.0_1205.img it.
8) flash File Recovery file name. recovery.img it.
9) flash file system on the order Userdata System and select the file system.img userdata select userdata.img.
10) completed it. Your machine will reboot. I do not drink coffee.
11) Enjoy! ^ _ ^.
You. Ban flash the wrong files here. I need the name of the file. The only way to tell!
I flash rom 0.2 the risk. I should be very careful.
0.3 If this is the case, you Softbrick it. (Hardbrick may not), then I try this method worked 100%.
There is a 0.4 credit, I thought I was the way I make them up. I want to share with. Please add credit to it. If one on me. Help bring this up with the group, thank you.
0.5 If there is another one your way. The mind of the South. (I have yet to try it as I work) and I like that we do not have information on the nexus (the brick that we do not backup data).
Ways.
First. Downloaded SDK from this link.
http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html.
Two. Then double-click. Extract the files placed on the desktop.
Three. Downloaded Factory Image (create a new folder and then extract the files to put in it).
. 4 Factory Image extracted successfully, look for a file named flash-all, right-click the file and select edit, then go to delete off-w, then Save and come out.
5. Adt-bundle up to see two folders. Click to select the sdk folder and then uncompress the Factory Image files Copy all (6 files) and put it in a folder. platform-tools.
6th. Then double click the flash-all then lay in wait for a while to update it back to Factory Image kosher by the data is lost. Mod it to disappear, they are only dancing, etc. (it's new to flash).
Note: Do not forget to delete off-w, otherwise everything totally disappeared.
Suggested: do not open a cmd without the headache type. Not faced with the annoying Waiting for device.
0.6 Read carefully and understand it before doing it. Because many steps too. And all the way I say. In the computer, you must install the drivers and I!
It's .7 stock rom nexus 7 Wifi version, select nakasi (grouper) it. The Model 3G or 3G + Wifi. Select nakasig (tilapia).
0.8 I thank everyone. And all the comments too. I suggest that the nexus 7 brick.
0.9 If a brick at me because I was pushed to the nexus 7 root tool v 5.0 to flash stock rom just to watch a lot of this toolkit. + audio bug bit orchestrated. I recommend the use of or nexus root toolkit v1.6.3 wugfresh it.
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Please stop posting the same thing in every thread; it's not helpful.
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Sorry, I just want to help!

boot failed
tuuss said:
Help.
Booting failed. After downloading "[LINUX] Universal Nexus Linux Toolkit v1.0 (Unlock, Lock, Root, CWM, Factory Reset)" and ran Unlock the bootloader, Flash CWM recovery (Standard or Touch), Root the phone, I didn't foud anything change (not like my cellphone, I can select recovery mode when long push the powerbutton off button), so I made a decision (I beleve that's a huge mistake), I did lock the bootloader and flash Google Factory Image. Finally I realised I couldn't boot OS, but I found at the begining of power on, I could choose "start" "restart bootloader" "recovery mode" "power off" , It said booting faild if I select start or recovery mode.
Is there any way to rescue my tablet?
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I got error while flashing and then after power up git little note "boot failed"
I tried to get into fastboot mode, few times i got fastboot but it was not responding and adb saw no devices. after few attemps i got working fastboot mode and then flashed it as normal.

[TUTORIAL][GUIDE][HOW TO] Flash Factory Images || Unroot || Relock bootloader

Heya Nexus 6 Users,
In this thread, I'll help you to flash factory images on your nexus 6. This process will wipe your device, so please BACKUP YOUR DATA before going through the flashing process.​
You can backup your data from some well-known apps from Play Store
- Titanium Backup (Root)
- Super Backup (Non-root)
- Helium (Non-root) etc
I am not responsible if anything goes wrong.
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Step 1 : Pre-requisite
==> Setup your workspace by following step two from this (Credits @xBeerdroiDx)
==> For MAC users, you can follow this thread (Credits @AshtonTS)
==> For Linux users, you can follow this thread (Credits @bloodychaos)
Step 2 : Downloading Factory Images
==> You can find Nexus 6(shamu) factory images from here.
Step 3 : Extracting Factory Images
==> Extract the archive you downloaded (First extract shamu-XXXXX.tgz and then extract shamu-XXXXX.tar). You can use WinRaR or 7z etc. It should look like this
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Step 4 : Unlock the bootloader
==> Follow this thread. (Credits @xBeerdroiDx)
Step 5 : Flashing
==> Method 1 : (Short and Sweet)
- Power off your phone.
- Boot it in fastboot(bootloader mode) by pressing and holding Power Button + Volume Down at the same time.
- Connect your phone to your PC through your USB cable.
- Execute the flash-all.bat script (for Windows) or flash-all.sh(for MAC and LINUX) in the folder where you extracted the factory images.
**!!** For MAC: You'll have to edit the flash-all.sh, and add "./" before every fastboot command.
(For windows users)
- Wait for everything to flash.
- After everything finished, select "Recovery" using the volume buttons.
- When a small dead Android appears, press Power Button + Volume UP.
- Select "Wipe data/factory data reset"
- Reboot. Your phone should be stock.
==> Method 2 : (Long, but works always)
- Extract the image-shamu-XXXXXX.zip somewhere easy to access (On C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX for example).
- In the same folder, from the original archive, extract "bootloader-shamu-moto-XXXXXX.img" (rename it to bootloader.img) and "radio-shamu-XXXXXX.img" (rename it to radio.img). You will have the following files:
- Power off your phone.
- Boot it in fastboot(bootloader mode) by pressing and holding Power Button + Volume Down at the same time.
- Connect your phone to your PC through your USB cable.
- Open a CMD window.(By pressing shift key + right mouse click at same time)
- Type the following commands, in this order (If you have a different folder, change the path)
Code:
fastboot flash bootloader C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/bootloader.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
fastboot flash radio C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/radio.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
fastboot flash system C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/system.img
fastboot flash userdata C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/userdata.img
(Note: this command will wipe your device (including /sdcard), EVEN if your bootloader is already unlocked.)
fastboot flash boot C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/boot.img
fastboot flash recovery C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/recovery.img
fastboot erase cache
fastboot flash cache C:/image-shamu-XXXXXX/cache.img
- After everything finished, select "Recovery" using the volume buttons.
- When a small Android appears, press Power Button + Volume UP.
- Select "Wipe data/factory data reset"
- Reboot. Your phone should be stock.
(Credits @abaaaabbbb63)
(Credits @Chirag_Galani for testing it )
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Hit thanks if you appreciate my efforts and if this thread helped you at any moment
Video Guides
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For Windows:
For MAC:

>> Quick FAQs <<
Q1. Do I need to root the device before flashing?
Ans. NO
Q2. Will I loose device root status after flashing?
Ans. YES
Q3. Do I need to unlock bootloader before flashing?
Ans. YES
Q4. Can I skip any of the above steps in any method?
Ans. NO
Q5. Do I need to tick USB Debugging in Developer options before flashing?
Ans. NO (Answer corrected by @samersh72)
Q6. My device is not detected in my PC. What should I do?
Ans. Reinstall the drivers properly.
Q7. Can I root my device after flashing process?
Ans. YES
Q8. Which method is recommended for me?
Ans. Method 2 if you are not expert in flashing.
Q9. What will be my device status after flashing?
Ans. Stock Android with bootloader unlocked
Q10. My device is taking time to boot up. What should I do now?
Ans. Wait for 10-15 mins before thinking of reflashing.
Q11. My phone has 3GB RAM, can I flash factory images directly without using PC?
Ans. NO
Q12. How many times can I flash my device?
Ans. More than 0
Q13. Will I loose my data after flashing?
Ans. YES
Q14. I have some other query...
Ans. Please post it in Q&A section.
Q15. I am noob in all this. I am flashing for the very first time. Can you provide me support online via any software?
Ans. Follow each step as mentioned in first post. You'll be 100% successful.
Q16. What will be status of bootloader after flashing?
Ans. Unlocked
Q17. What is fastboot mode?
Ans. Bootloader mode.
Q18. Can I take screenshot of my bootloader mode using power+volume down?
Ans. NO
Q19. Any other easy way to flash?
Ans. If there was, I would have mentioned it.
Q20. Do you recommend me using toolkits to do this job?
Ans. NO
Q21. Can I connect my device over the air and flash it from PC?
Ans. NO
Q22. I don't have my device USB right now. Can I flash using other compatible USB cable?
Ans. YES
Q23. I have installed the drivers properly, still it's not recognized by my PC?
Ans. Use other USB port
Q24. How do I relock bootloader after flashing? (For 5.0.X)
Ans. Follow this. (Credits @BRKotucs)
Q25. I am having problems with unzipping the file. Can you help me?
Ans. Read this (Credits @av8rdude)
Q26. I am unable to get into stock recovery, what should I do?
Ans. Read this (Credits @jj14 and @WMguy)
Q27. It shows 32GB storage for 64GB storage device after flashing, where is my 32GB lost ?
Ans. Read this (Credits @efrant)
Q28. I need some information on adb and fastboot, what are those commands ?
Ans. Read this (Credits @rootSU)
Q29. Will I get OTA updates from Google after successfully completing any of the above methods ?
Ans. YES (Do not root or alter any system files)
Q30. I want to relock the bootloader after flashing? (For 5.1.X)
Ans. Follow this. (Credits @Evolution_Freak)
Q31. Can I flash back to Android version 5.0.1 if I'm on Android version 5.1?
Ans. NO

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I have not been able to get the flash-all method to work on lollipop on my Nexus 6 or Nexus 5. I always get those sig, storage or no system errors. The long method has worked fine for me though.

Evo_Shift said:
I have not been able to get the flash-all method to work on lollipop on my Nexus 6 or Nexus 5. I always get those sig, storage or no system errors. The long method has worked fine for me though.
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You need to follow long method for this. Even I was facing sig storage errors. I followed long method, it works flawlessly

Hi!
I have a suggestion. Instead of constantly updating the thread for every factory image that might be released in the future, you might want to replace things like "lrx21o" to a more universal name, so users aren't confused about it.
Also, try using this link for the factory images. It links directly to the shamu ones:
https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images#shamu
Anyways, good job!

My Sprint Nexus 6 has a submenu in settings for updating profile and PRL. Would this still be there if I use the Factory Images or is that an addition Sprint made to their phones? Thanks

njd.sina said:
My Sprint Nexus 6 has a submenu in settings for updating profile and PRL. Would this still be there if I use the Factory Images or is that an addition Sprint made to their phones? Thanks
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Yep, that's built in. I've flashed the factory image multiple times and those settings are built in.

nice guide....
Q9. Do I need to tick USB Debugging under Developer options before flashing ?
Ans. YES
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Ans. NO

when i get to the dead android power+VOL UP doesnt do anything... it just reboots and has been booting for the last 10 mins. i had to do the long method also, the flash all file stopped at system.img also

bdubs4200 said:
when i get to the dead android power+VOL UP doesnt do anything... it just reboots and has been booting for the last 10 mins. i had to do the long method also, the flash all file stopped at system.img also
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I fixed this by following instructions above, replacing recovery.img with latest twrp then booting into twrp to do factory reset.
After doing factory reset power off phone and then reboot. Fixed my issue

5.0.1 is being released!

Can you flash the stock firmware onto the Att branded version with the bloat ware and effectively make it a google play edition?

veritas2884 said:
Can you flash the stock firmware onto the Att branded version with the bloat ware and effectively make it a google play edition?
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Take a look at this thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2947581 in case you haven't.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

Kind of a neat freak here:
I know dalvik is dead, but are there still any caches to wipe to make things perfectly clean after flashing?

BRKotucs said:
Take a look at this thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2947581 in case you haven't.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
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I had not seen this. Thank you for the redirect!

The archive for the Nexus 6 I downloaded looks different. When I unpacked the tar file I only have this file shamu-lrx21o-factory-e028f5ea
How do I flash it? I'm a noob at adb commands

jae2014 said:
The archive for the Nexus 6 I downloaded looks different. When I unpacked the tar file I only have this file shamu-lrx21o-factory-e028f5ea
How do I flash it? I'm a noob at adb commands
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Unzip that as well.

i followed the instructions in this thread. went back to stock, then when i rooted again. the bootloader was still unlocked and the phone was still rooted. how can i completely go back to stock. im having issues with the phone and need to take it to the store.
thanks

stas333 said:
i followed the instructions in this thread. went back to stock, then when i rooted again. the bootloader was still unlocked and the phone was still rooted. how can i completely go back to stock. im having issues with the phone and need to take it to the store.
thanks
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What exactly did you do?
Flashing the images is good enough to go back to stock, then relock the boot loader to finish up the task.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk

[AllinOne][GUIDE][anyFW]Sony Xperia Z1 C6903 any Firmware Root+Recovery+Debloat

This All-in-One Guide will help you to setup a rooted Sony Xperia Z1 C6903 including Dual Recovery and without Bloatware
Root Instructions for Sony Xperia Z1 C6903:
download, install flash tool (0.9.19.10 or above)
install sony driver or Sony PC Companion
start flash tool and press the most right icon, black circle with "XP"
at the most left column select Smartphone => Xperia Z1/Z1s => C6903
choose your firmware at middle column depending on your geo location
select a version 14.5.A.0.270 (NOT higher!) at most right column
window will pop up, download and auto unpack (auto directory: C:\Users\...yourPCname...\.flashTool\firmwares)
time for backups, the internal sdcard will be erased
enable usb debugging and allow installation from unknown sources:
settings => go to "about phone" press "build number" 7 times, this enables developer options
settings => go to "developer options" enable USB debugging
settings => go to "security" enable unknown sources
power down device
press volume down while connecting usb
press “Black Lightning Thunder icon”
choose flashmode
select firmware and flash, [optional] you can wipe apps_log and userdata
if flash tool finds a fsc script (pop-up window), use it!
follow flash tool instructions... power up, device might auto reboot
do not configure anything, only enable usb debugging and allow unknown sources
ROOTING STEPS:
paste kingroot_4.1.0.apk, Android-Terminal-Emulator-1.0.70.apk, and the folder Replace_Kinguser_with_SuperSU-v1.2 on your phone
do NOT install SuperSU manually!
install kingroot_4.1.0.apk
if its rooting process requires internet connection, only stay connected till it hits about 60% or else it will auto install and update other kingxy apps
try root
restart
start kingroot to check root status
install Android-Terminal-Emulator-1.0.70.apk
paste "replace kingroot with super su" - mrw folder into /sdcard/*
must look like /sdcard/mrw/... or internal storage > mrw > ... (6 files)
open the Terminal app
enter command " su " ( without quotes )
allow Root Access
run command " sh /sdcard/mrw/root.sh " ( without quotes )
connect to internet
start SuperSU ask to update binary, click CONTINUE and Select NORMAL method
reboot after binary su was installed sucessfully
start SuperSU and check root status
if something went wrong, faktory reset and restart rooting steps
install busy box: (requires rooted device)
power up device
USB debugging enabled
allow unknown sources
start flashtool
connect USB
allow root access
second menue button "My C69xx" => install busy box, select the newest version
install Dual Recovery: (requires rooted device)
check bootloader status in service menu, the following steps work with locked bootloader too
download XZ-lockeddualrecovery2.8.21-RELEASE.installer (or newer version) from http://nut.xperia-files.com/
extract these files, start *.bat and follow onscreen instructions
phone will reboot automatically and go to recovery
reboot from recovery to complete installation
install new Android firmware without losing root by using Recovery:
download a prerooted firmware (e.g. https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B92T-AuRewqdXzVnMWQxYjhzSm8/view?usp=sharing) of your choice [or use someones recovery backup folder (same phone model)]
move the zip on your external sd card
power down
start into recovery:
power on
wait for first vibration or first screen
then press volume up or down till it vibrates 2-3 times to enter Recovery (down: Team Win Recovery)
press install and select your prerooted firmware zip
wipe dalvik and cache
boot system or restart
[optional] install additional bloatware remover zips:
choose and move Bloatware_Remover*.zip on your phone
start into recovery
install the zips
wipe dalvik and cache
wipe factory reset
restart system
[optional] clean your phone and remove all files from this guide, Bloatware_Remover zip, prerooted firmware and remember the Bloatware Backup folder /system/__Backup/...
FAQs + Notes:
The Bloatware Remover zip version Mtimes-v1 includes most separated zips and results in the stable and safe state which i am using.
The Bloatware Remover zip version Mtimes-v1 will delete the /system/__Backup/ folder.
The bloatware_remover_list.xlsx includes apps from my previews phones which are not present at LP 5.x.
I followed this guide 4 times on 3 different Sony Xperia Z1 C6903 and it always worked.
The \META-INF\com\google\android\updater-script files can be used for other devices too. You probably only need to change the \META-INF\com\google\android\update-binary file!
Thanks:
@zxz0O0
@[NUT]
@Muuuly
@foc-us2k

changelog and FAQs

The bootloader status "Bootloader unlock Allowed: yes" means that you can unlock your bootloader but it isn't unlocked yet.
Only the status "bootloader unlocked yes" means that the bootloader is unlocked.
What I want to say is that the installation of xzdr should always work with "unlock Allowed yes" because it is still locked.
Can you tell us the resulting size of the firmware after running the debloating zip.
Thx for this tut. This should help new user very much.

motorazrv3 said:
The bootloader status "Bootloader unlock Allowed: yes" means that you can unlock your bootloader but it isn't unlocked yet.
Only the status "bootloader unlocked yes" means that the bootloader is unlocked.
What I want to say is that the installation of xzdr should always work with "unlock Allowed yes" because it is still locked.
Can you tell us the resulting size of the firmware after running the debloating zip.
Thx for this tut. This should help new user very much.
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Servus motorazrv3
checked and confirmed, wrong thought no my side, thanks.

I have a question this version Recovery XZ-lockeddualrecovery2.8.26-RELEASE.combined.zip will Work ? you write installer version , newest version is combined.

guys when i downloaded version 14.5.A.0.270 it not flashable , its a folder and inside it alot of files its not .ftf .. it doesnt even appear at the flashtool as a firmware to flash .... so any one help and tell me how to flash it

Black4Killer said:
I have a question this version Recovery XZ-lockeddualrecovery2.8.26-RELEASE.combined.zip will Work ? you write installer version , newest version is combined.
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ive a Z1, for it i can confirm that Z1-lockeddualrecovery2.8.26-RELEASE.combined.zip will work. But your XZ version should work on Xperia Z too.

*crespo* said:
guys when i downloaded version 14.5.A.0.270 it not flashable , its a folder and inside it alot of files its not .ftf .. it doesnt even appear at the flashtool as a firmware to flash .... so any one help and tell me how to flash it
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i dont know what you downloaded but its probably a flashable zip, as far as i know you can only use and install those in Recovery. Thus boot into recovery select install, select your zip and press confirm, delete cache and dalvik afterwards.

hi , I was lasy and skipped downloading and flashing part and installed kingroot 5.2.1 , it is now of system apps and it cant remove it self using unroot, I tried installing old version but always "installation failed", (my power button is crasy , it clicks it self so I remapped it to camera button, using xposed, so flashing it seems like a bad idea), what do you suggest ?
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edit1: I resotred it using xperia companion then I am flashing it now with france nrj using flash tool (the only region with 14.5.A.0.270)....
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edit 2 : same problems as before, after reboot the root files become read only!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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edit 3: I unlocked the bootloader then rooted then installed the recovery , works great, but android 5.0.2 only, so I continued the tuto and updated to the pre rooted android 5.1.1, guess what, lost read again to /root, I mean I cant install xposed and make folders in / and /system for exemple, I am pulling my hair right now, I entered the recovery and wiped data and the phone is stuck at sony logo (nope , not boot loop) bricked? I donnow I am flashing it again now with flashtool to the old 5.0.2 version again , I wasted 2 days now on this ****** new phone , AGHHHH!!!

Ummm....I need a little help please!
Stuck at step 17 . There is no firmware shown. I have downloaded the firmware for my phone, it is a D5503, Xperia Z1 compact in USA. Just for fun, I also downloaded the UK firmware but seems like both give some error after downloading. Please see screenshot below:
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"lightbox_close": "Close",
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"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
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update: I resolved this problem by downloading the latest version of flash tool....actually it is just one jar file.
Patch from 0.9.23.1 to 0.9.23.2
x10flasher.jar
From http://www.flashtool.net/downloads_windows.php
rajdude said:
Ummm....I need a little help please!
Stuck at step 17 . There is no firmware shown. I have downloaded the firmware for my phone, it is a D5503, Xperia Z1 compact in USA. Just for fun, I also downloaded the UK firmware but seems like both give some error after downloading. Please see screenshot below:
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[Guide]Unlock Bootloader&Install Twrp And Flash Cm12.1 All in One For Meizu M2/Mini

[Guide]Unlock Bootloader&Install Twrp And Flash Cm12.1 All in One For Meizu M2/Mini
First Unlock Bootloader& Install Twrp .​
Note:This Is Modified Guide Of Unlock Bootloader And Flash Twrp with Installation Of Cm12.1 Rom
DISCLAIMER:
Unlocking the bootloader cause warranty void :silly: ,I do not give guarantee of possibility of relock bootloader again .I am not responsible for the risk bootloop, softbrick, hardbrick, so the 2nd world war, natural disasters, atomic bombs, etc: v: v: Unlocking the bootloader cause loss of files in internal memory (full reset), backup all apk use ES file explorer or any application and do not forget the important data in Internal memoy.So you have to be patient and read well.
BASICS NEEDS:
Flyme 4.5.4I(International Version Only Not Indian Version) If not have first download It from here ->
www.flymeos.com/firmwarelist?modelId=18&type=1
PC / Laptop winXp or Above
and Minimal ADB Driver download here ->
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
Rooted Meizu mini M2 (M2/Mini ONLY !!!)
Busybox already installed,if not then download from Play Store
File unlock the bootloader and TWRP download here ->
http://www37.zippyshare.com/v/fvm5edpr/file.html
ADB and Fastboot Files downloaded at ->
https://goo.gl/mZzVS4
(Specifically Windows 8 and above) Disable driver signature that ADB Mediatek detected.
How: Go start button -> type and select advanced startup option -> select restart now -> select troubleshoot -> select advanced option -> select the startup settings -> select restart -> wait for it to reboot and enter the blue screens -> type the numbers -> wait until the computer / laptop restart
STEPS: :highfive:
Extract "file_root.zip" in PC / Laptop drive anywhere, it's up to you.And extract files unlock_bootloader_with_new_twrp put the file "twrp_2.8.7.0.img" in the folder of "file_root.zip"put the file "unlock_bootloader.sh" in to external folder, open your phone go to Settings accessibility ->Developer option -> USB debugging -> Tick To ON plug Your Meizu m2 into laptop/PC go to
File_root.zip folder copy all files and Paste it in the Minimal ADB Driver Folder then Install Minimal ADB .(Keep In mind Minal Adb Driver Folder should include file_root folder in it if not then copy folder and paste it there unless You will get error in detecting device).
Write "adb devices",wait for it to detect the device. If detected as "unauthorized" , please check again, there must be a warning. Select the checkbox and select OK, will eventually checked again be detected serial number
in your pc/laptop type "adb shell"type "su", check if there notification in phone.
And asked permission root, select grant permission then type.
"sh /storage/sdcard1/unlock_bootloader.sh"
wait until it says "now you can fastboot oem unlock your device"then type
"adb reboot bootloader"then type "
fastboot devices" to check whether fastboot already entered yet. if it has been entered, it will be detected.
Then type "fastboot oem unlock" push the button Vol UP and wait. once completed, the screen will be stuck. Do not panic, because this is not like brick hard reboot (press the power button for about 10 seconds to death and on again) Congratulations, you have bootloop (still unfinished the process by the way.
3)enter recovery (when bootloop direct press Power + Vol UP to vibrate)The Select Wipe Data Factory reset .
push restart wait for 10 minutes.You've done Unlock Bootloader
Bootloader is already unlock yet, how To flash TWRP
enter the command prompt (go to the folder "file_root" hold down the keyboard Shift + right click on the mouse/touchpad select "open command windows here) "adb reboot bootloader"enter fastboot like stated above.Then type.
"fastboot flash recovery twrp_2.8.7.0.img"
wait a minute turn off thr phone. and enter recovery (Power + vol up until vibration)you'll Be in TWRP
Now It's Time To Flash Cm 12.1
Note: As i Told You To Flash Flyme 4.5.4i(international Version)First.If still not installed then you will not able to install Cm12.1
Why?
Ans: As this rom is for Meizu M2 mini and model number of both devices Meizu M2 and Meizu m2 mini are not same so in this rom its developer had scripted a script in that it will not allow you to install Cm12.1 until it Check Ether Its Meizu M2 mini or not(Our is meizu m2) if it had some problem it will decline further installation process
Like this "Error In Executing Updater Binary In Zip"
Steps for installing rom
1.Unlock bootloader
2.Install Twrp
3.download Cm12.1.zip in SD
4.reboot to recovery
5.wipe everything( It Can Wipe Your Internal Storage too So i recommend You to Get Internal Storage Backup Too)
6.install zip
8.reboot to system
It will take time for first boot so don't worry.
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Note: Still Not Able to flash error still comes
then try this two below given steps
1)Try with Flyme 5 beta version it can be flashed(untested)
2)Decompress Cm12.1 custom rom then go to bin folder there will be a file name"otasigcheck.sh"
Delete that file recompress whole rom again.
not recompress whole folder just recompress all files wich will be there eg :boot.img,system,bin etc (tested working 100%)
After this you may not able to get features update so you if you want to update download manually
"Credits"
Developer Of Cm12.1 :good: (Most Thankful Person)
Murtaza Piplod (Whole New Guide Noob Friendly )
My All co workers :highfive:

Good job

sir, i installed twrp.img on meizu m2 mini (flyme 5.1.11 g) with flashify without unlocking bootloader. Now my meizu m2 is stuck on meizu logo and continuously restart with a little vibration. No recovery is working. Only fastboot mode is working. How i can solve this?

twrp meizu m2
jai aplique cet method et jai re
usi merci baucou.

salman.ecti said:
sir, i installed twrp.img on meizu m2 mini (flyme 5.1.11 g) with flashify without unlocking bootloader. Now my meizu m2 is stuck on meizu logo and continuously restart with a little vibration. No recovery is working. Only fastboot mode is working. How i can solve this?
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Rip dude you just finished your phone
why you guys do this -_-

how to unlock bootloader
my fhone is enter only to fastboot
how to unlock bootloader???????????????????????????
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moshe3150 said:
my fhone is enter only to fastboot
how to unlock bootloader???????????????????????????
[email protected]
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a guy can fix this i will tell him to contact you

try to repair using UFI box. @salman.ecti

Dear murtaza1326,
How can i switch from Flyme 5.1.7.0Y to Flyme 6.1.0.0G?
What i need to do?
Thanks in advance..

Ro33_Y said:
Dear murtaza1326,
How can i switch from Flyme 5.1.7.0Y to Flyme 6.1.0.0G?
What i need to do?
Thanks in advance..
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i will write a guide for it

Dear murtaza1326,
I'm sorry I'm nagging, but maybe you have a link to how to make the switch between the versions?
I need the device urgently, and I don't want to ruin it again, especially after I paid for the repair.

murtaza1326 said:
i will write a guide for it
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In the Steps given in the guide, it says- "go to
File_root.zip folder copy all files and Paste it in the Minimal ADB Driver Folder then Install Minimal ADB."
I have installed Minimal ADB driver from the link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790 mentioned earlier in the guide. Do i need to copy all the contents of the File_root.zip folder to the folder which is created upon installing ADB from the link you mentioned (because it also asks to replace 4 files which pre exist there) or copy the contents to a new folder because i am having problem understanding this step.
Thnx!

lilcat1 said:
In the Steps given in the guide, it says- "go to
File_root.zip folder copy all files and Paste it in the Minimal ADB Driver Folder then Install Minimal ADB."
I have installed Minimal ADB driver from the link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790 mentioned earlier in the guide. Do i need to copy all the contents of the File_root.zip folder to the folder which is created upon installing ADB from the link you mentioned (because it also asks to replace 4 files which pre exist there) or copy the contents to a new folder because i am having problem understanding this step.
Thnx!
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just paste recovery.img and unlock bootloader file and its done

OK done

Helpful notes. Thanks sir.
I have meizu m2 n YU yureka
Can I use same procedure for YU yureka

Dsnagi2811 said:
Helpful notes. Thanks sir.
I have meizu m2 n YU yureka
Can I use same procedure for YU yureka
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Method of unlocking will be different.

adarshm4you said:
Yu is not yureka its yunos which is chinese based flyme os.Install flyme 4 to unlock bootloader first.
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I already upgraded to cm13 in yureka. But still lagging to upgrade meizu m2

Dsnagi2811 said:
I already upgraded to cm13 in yureka. But still lagging to upgrade meizu m2
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This upgrade procedure is only for meizu.It might not suitable for yureka.Methods will be different.
Check yu yureka forum on xda for support bro.There will be thread for that.
What is problem you facing on upgrading m2?

adarshm4you said:
This upgrade procedure is only for meizu.It might not suitable for yureka.Methods will be different.
Check yu yureka forum on xda for support bro.There will be thread for that.
What is problem you facing on upgrading m2?
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Can i follow same method to unlock bootloader and install twrp recovery in meizu m2. But go for different roms

Dsnagi2811 said:
Can i follow same method to unlock bootloader and install twrp recovery in meizu m2. But go for different roms
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Yes you can use abow method.Better is follow vedios in youtube for better understanding unlocking m2 before doing.

[Tutorials] How To Root Lenovo K8 Note & Install TWRP(UnOfficial) + Stock Rom

Warning
Before Proceeding backup your data
TRY at OWN risk I'm NOT Responsibe if you BRICK YOUR DEVICE
Update- This method is tested & working with latest ota update NMB26.54-74
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IF ANYTHING GOES WRONG Download & Flash Stock ROM
Stock ROM link
SPFlashTool link
Updated Stock ROM 54-74 GDrive - here
New Oreo 27.43-20 Link
Old version Stock ROM Google Drive Link Stock Rom
nvram backup file by @peacelover94 - here
Solution For
>Tool img DL fail
Just check/tick these option in spflashtool settings & Flash stock rom again
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"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
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Video Guide For Stock Rom Flashing - Youtube
How to Flash Stock Rom via Fastboot Method -
1. Open CMD by Shift + Right Click in Folder where your stock firmware .img files are.
2. Reboot to Fastboot Mode by using cmd command
adb fastboot reboot​Or
Switch off then Press & Hold Vol Up + Power button for while once menu appeared Select fastboot by using Vol Up key & confirm by pressing Vol Down Key
3. In fastboot type following command in CMD Window
For checking devices is connected in fastboot enter
fastboot devices​If Connected then proceed following commands
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash cache cache.img
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
fastboot flash system system.img​ flashing system takes 10+ mins
fastboot flash data userdata.img
fastboot reboot​
Download & Install ADB from here
First Unlock your bootloader
1. First of all, enable the Developer Option
To Enable the Developer Option, Go to your Settings -> About -> Software Information -> More -> Now Tap on the Build Number 7-8 Times until you see a toast message “Developer option enabled"
2. Go back to settings -> Now you need to enable the OEM Unlock by going to Settings -> Developer Option and Enable OEM Unlock and USB Debugging
3. Now connect your phone to Computer using USB Cable.
4. When you connect your Phone to Computer, please wait until all the drivers get installed.
5. Open a command prompt window by pressing Shift Key + Right Mouse Click.
6. Now type the command below to reboot your phone to bootloader
adb reboot bootloader​7. If you see a pop up to allow USB Debugging on your phone, Click OK.
8. proceed to unlock the bootloader with the following command:
Remember that this step will wipe EVERYTHING off the phone
fastboot oem unlock​Say Yes to unlock bootloader and then it will some time format your data
9. Reboot Your Device , You will see Orange Status bla bla bla Don't panic Its normal thing now setup your device but do not restore backup yet
Flashing TWRP and ROOT
Updated Black Screen Fix TWRP - Download
Old Download TWRP
Download latest Magisk zip from here
Or
SuperSu zip from here
Flahed & Tested SuperSU v2.82 works fine but SafetyNet Fails
Sock Recovery if needed Link
1. Connect your device to PC
2. Open CMD by Shift+Right click open cmd where your TWRP_3.1.1.0.img is downloaded.
3. Reboot to Bootloader by
adb reboot bootloader​4. Now enter following command in fastboot
fastboot flash recovery TWRP_3.1.1.0.img​5. DO NOT USE fastboot reboot
Use "vol up + down + power button" to manually switch off you k8 note, otherwise twrp will restore to stock if you use fastboot reboot command.
6. After Switch Off Press & hold vol up + power button then select recovery by vol up & press vol down key to enter in recovery.
7. Now Wait for 30 Sec/ till phone vibrates, Then press power button + vol up simultaneously until you see twrp lock screen.
8. Just Cancel if It asks for Enter password to decrypt and Allow modification by swipe.
9. If you see internal storage 0mb Then GoTo Wipe and FORMAT DATA once & reboot to recovery
10. GoTo install browse and select Magisk.zip or SuperSU.zip & flash.(optional if needed install Busybox for Android NDK by osm0sis magisk module for busybox)
11. Reboot Enjoy.
Known bug in TWRP-
Battery always shows 50% in TWRP
Video Guide https://youtu.be/HrbppEWlOhs
Join Lenovo K8 Note Development Group on Telegram for direct Conversation Link
WhatsApp Group Link
Enable Wireless Display/MiraCast Magisk Module - Video
Thanks to:
@andy_zhang - for stock rom post link
and me @ysalunke007 for TWRP
NEXT CUSTOM ROM

Big Thanks for the Tutorial. If anything happens wrong while rooting like boot loop or something worse, is there stock rom or firmware to flash or push through adb ?

Yes
peacelover94 said:
Big Thanks for the Tutorial. If anything happens wrong while rooting like boot loop or something worse, is there stock rom or firmware to flash or push through adb ?
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yes, there is stock ROM
link also provided in this post end.
btw here's direct link Stock ROM
FlashTool link

ysalunke007 said:
yes, there is stock ROM
link also provided in this post end.
btw here's direct link Stock ROM
FlashTool link
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Thank you very much. The flash tool link does not seems to work. Hope its SP flash tool you are talking about.

flash via adb fastboot methoad i have succesfully flash adb method
peacelover94 said:
Big Thanks for the Tutorial. If anything happens wrong while rooting like boot loop or something worse, is there stock rom or firmware to flash or push through adb ?
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Nice Job
Finally rooting tutorial for Lenovo K8 Note has become available.

Does SuperSu work fine?

Anas Rahman said:
Does SuperSu work fine?
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Not tested by me but some user says in original rom post that he flashed superSU from old twrp also works fine.

peacelover94 said:
Thank you very much. The flash tool link does not seems to work. Hope its SP flash tool you are talking about.
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Yes it's SP flash tool but you can use adb fastboot also

ysalunke007 said:
Not tested by me but some user says in original rom post that he flashed superSU from old twrp also works fine.
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I'll confirm it tomorrow

ysalunke007 said:
Yes it's SP flash tool but you can use adb fastboot also
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Please tell me how to flash firmware.Im new to this device firmware flashing

lenrussel said:
Please tell me how to flash firmware.Im new to this device firmware flashing
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It's easy bro check this guide
https://androidmtk.com/flash-stock-rom-using-smart-phone-flash-tool
Fastboot Guide
http://www.stupdroid.com/2016/08/flash-stock-rom-via-fastboot-on-android.html?m=1

Does the rom link given here unzips perfectly?
Because i saw in another thread of Lenovo K8note titled firmware, users unable to unzip due to error in system img. Also downloading from baidu needs a user id. If its possible could you or anyone else reading this upload it in some other online storage drive. Im little bit worried about getting a worse situation while rooting. Even if it goes wrong i can use the stock firmware to make it back.

peacelover94 said:
Does the rom link given here unzips perfectly?
Because i saw in another thread of Lenovo K8note titled firmware, users unable to unzip due to error in system img. Also downloading from baidu needs a user id. If its possible could you or anyone else reading this upload it in some other online storage drive. Im little bit worried about getting a worse situation while rooting. Even if it goes wrong i can use the stock firmware to make it back.
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There is mega download link available too
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...8note-original-firmware-t3679499/post73946000

lenrussel said:
There is mega download link available too
https://forum.xda-developers.com/an...8note-original-firmware-t3679499/post73946000
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Thanks for the reply. Anyhow got a work around for downloading from baidu using chrome extension, without account. Just wanted to confirm whether the firmware zip is working fine. If some one used it and been successful, please do tell me.

ysalunke007 said:
It's easy bro check this guide
https://androidmtk.com/flash-stock-rom-using-smart-phone-flash-tool
Fastboot Guide
http://www.stupdroid.com/2016/08/flash-stock-rom-via-fastboot-on-android.html?m=1
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Do i have to unlock bootloader again after flashing the firmware in order to root the device?

lenrussel said:
Do i have to unlock bootloader again after flashing the firmware in order to root the device?
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Yes, I think so. Anyhow there is no need to unlock oem again if you are flashing the rom via TWRP. Anyhow let someone confirm about it.

peacelover94 said:
Yes, I think so. Anyhow there is no need to unlock oem again if you are flashing the rom via TWRP. Anyhow let someone confirm about it.
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There is a error while extracting zip file of the firmware .just checked, I downloaded it from mega.i want to confirm if its the same for baidu also

lenrussel said:
Do i have to unlock bootloader again after flashing the firmware in order to root the device?
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No need to unlock bootloader again if you use fastboot method to flash stock firmware , & for spflashtool I'm not sure but I think it remains unlocked

lenrussel said:
There is a error while extracting zip file of the firmware .just checked, I downloaded it from mega.i want to confirm if its the same for baidu also
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No error while extracting firmware downloaded from baidu