This guide/tool will let you unlock the bootloader of your xperia z1 compact without wipe userdata (e.g. sdcard), and TA partition. This mean that you’ll be able to flash a custom ROM like Cyanogenmod or ParanoidAndroid! You do not need root permissions!
ATTENTION: If you mess something your device will be hard bricked. This mean that you'll lose your warranty. Neither I nor the forum are leable of your actions.
1) Follow this guide on how to obtain key from Sony to unlock your bootloader.
2) Make a TA partition backup (this will let you switch from unlocked to locked bootloader, and vice-versa without consequences and without any wipe).
3) Download this simple tool that I've made: https://mega.nz/#!cZRXFTIS!PLXKhwbLfTDz7A-wJL_kBDDPiwyxzsBfu9X1321v8Gw.
It requires Java>=1.5 and it works on each desktop OS.
4) Open command prompt (terminal) and navigate to the folder of the tool.
5) Type: cust-rest-gen.jar [KEY]. Where [KEY] is the key that Sony send to you for unlock your bootloader.
Example (just an example):
Code:
On windows:
cust-rest-gen.jar 8FC42DA9D84D7CFC
On linux or mac os:
./cust-rest-gen.jar 8FC42DA9D84D7CFC
This command will generate a “cust-reset.ta” file.
6) Download the loader.sin for your firmware (here for .157: http://d-h.st/rvn)
7) Create a folder (call it “bootloader” to simplify) on your desktop and move loader.sin and cust-reset.ta inside.
8) Open Flashtool (download it here: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php)
9) Click on Tools->Bundles->Create and set it up in this way (Branding and Version may vary according to your firmware):
10) Click on “Create” button and Flashtool will create ftf file on folder “firmware”.
11) Turn off you phone and click on flash icon on Flashtool -> Flashmode -> OK -> Select ftf you have created before and click on “Flash”.
12) When the program tell you, press volume down button on device and connect on PC.
Special Thanks to munjeni that has found how the cust-reset.ta works.
I appreciate the effort to contribute something to the community, please note the following though:
- Unlike what you say in the OP, this will still wipe DRM keys
- You can do this via Flashtool [BLU] icon directly, without downloading an additional program and less steps
zxz0O0 said:
- Unlike what you say in the OP, this will still wipe DRM keys
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I've tried: this is the DRM backup first and after the bootloader unlocker
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The size will always be the same. Check the hash and you will notice the difference.
This is true, I've correct the post!
The "Simple tool you made" is no longer available for download. Can you please re-upload that. thanks
can i unlock my bootloader with this tool if "Rooting Status" says NO ? sorry for my bad english
brunosp7 said:
can i unlock my bootloader with this tool if "Rooting Status" says NO ? sorry for my bad english
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Not posible in any way!
omax3d said:
The "Simple tool you made" is no longer available for download. Can you please re-upload that. thanks
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Link updated
Related
To Easily Root Android Phone, Download Setup File. Install Then Click Root Device All Methods. This Tool Is Also Useful If you forget Your Password Or Pattern. Go to srsroot.com
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Micah Hend said:
To Easily Root Android Phone, Download Setup File. Install Then Click Root Device All Methods. This Tool Is Also Useful If you forget Your Password Or Pattern.
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What tool? links? Does it work on HTC devices with locked bootloaders?
The url is now in post
glevitan said:
What tool? links? Does it work on HTC devices with locked bootloaders?
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Yes it does. go to srsroot.com
I think glei's point was, your post might be a bit too vague to be helpful to someone who comes here looking for clear directions on how to easily root android. Although the addition of the link helps.
Root your android phon without pc
Root your android phon without pc
just following steps to root phon
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download poot.apk
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1) Go to settings > application > preferred install location > Internal device storage.
2) Install poot.apk in "internal memory" of your Phone. Don't open it. Click on "done" once its installed.
3) Then go to settings > storage > unmount sd card.
4) Go to your phone menu and copy the Poot app to the homescreen of ur mob, then go to ur phone menu and open the poot app then it will require you to install Ministro II, Simply follow the link to Google play store.
5) Then you will be required to update ministro library, please update it.
6) Once you updated the Ministro Library then you will be faced with two options;
1. “Press here to Poot”
2. “Built in root check”
7) Click on the first option which is “Press here to Poot” and after a while, ur phone screen will get black.
Once ur screen got black and u r not able to do anything then remove da battery nd switch on ur mob.
9) While memory card is checking by the phone den fasyly open da pool app which is on the homescreen of ur mobile and click on "press here to poot".
10) Then u should get three options will be listed thus;
1. Get Superuser
2. Get root-checker
3. In-built rootchecker
Not DHD specific, and we have enough one-click-root tools as it is, if this even works in the first place. Closed
Download and make your own Firmware
Don't misread the title. This tutorial will help you download the needed FILE_xxxxxxxx so that FlashTool can decrypt them and create a bundle to flash.
Requirements:
Download the XperiaFirmware Downloader tool thing here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/cro...xperifirm-xperia-firmware-downloader-t2834142
Flashtool (use search for this, there are a lot of threads for it)
Patience
A brain
Steps:
First Download the needed programs and install Flashtool and its drivers. For extra explanation you can check my how to use flashtool tutorial. Download the XperiaFirmware Download tool (see link above) and unzip it.
Open it:
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Select your deviceand the wanted customatisation number or operator and select the wanted firmware version:
A new window will pop up and select download and choose an location:
Let it download:
Close the window and the program...
Open flashtool and select Tools > Bundle > FILESET Decrypt:
Select the folder with the FILE's and add them to the list on the right:
Flashtool will decrypt it:
A new window pops up and you can create your bundle; select your device, enter the branding and the firmware version and select create:
Let flashtool do it's job and after a while it is done:
The .ftf file is in the same place as the FILE files.. So look up there and share the .ftf in the correct forum!
Good Luck!
Good guide..just a correction
When you create your bundler you only have to mark the .sin files, not the .ta(or something like that)
I always select everything... Works without issues
Sent from my C5303 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
I love the XperiaBlog.. Just copy my Guide, add other screenies and edit the text and saying it was ours... Stupid idiots
~~ Regards
antkalaitzakis96 said:
Good guide..just a correction
When you create your bundler you only have to mark the .sin files, not the .ta(or something like that)
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Thanks it worked.. But I would like to know why remove .ta ??
another person commented that he is not having any issue even after including those files.. Now that's bit confusing..
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Thanks it worked.. But I would like to know why remove .ta ??
another person commented that he is not having any issue even after including those files.. Now that's bit confusing..
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I read it somewhere that including ta would cause bootloop in some
devices
I've always included the. Ta parts when flashing ftf's myself never has a problem(yet). I thought it was just Ta files of a different device that bricked your phone
D2303 stock 4.4.4 KK rooted philz touch recovery xposed Bravia engine 2 x-reality
[email protected] said:
I've always included the. Ta parts when flashing ftf's myself never has a problem(yet). I thought it was just Ta files of a different device that bricked your phone
D2303 stock 4.4.4 KK rooted philz touch recovery xposed Bravia engine 2 x-reality
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Isnt that supposed to Relock the bootloader whenever you flash ta partition ?
Now i will show people how to enter code unlock for sony Z2a ( only Au KDDI telecom ) SOL25, remember, Z2a SOL25, not Z2 Au
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First: Download 3 file you need
Download flashtool : http://goo.gl/jhevmc
Download firmware Z2a( D6563 ): http://goo.gl/oIT6Aw
Download stock firmware of SOL25: http://goo.gl/p9RSwN
Second : step by step to enter code unlock
1/ unzip file flashtool, open flash tool, choose like picture 1
2/ select file [email protected], tick all except System and Kernel and reset customizations, then click flash button
3/ Wait for table instruction show up and then follow it
5/ When flashtool flash file done, unplug the cable, insert sim, power on SOL25 device, the table code will show up, enter the code you purchased, when you enter code ok, power off device, and flash stock rom SOL25
6/ Choose SOL25, tick baseband, partition, fota, and then press flash button
7/ Follow instruction of flashtool
8/ When flashtool flash file done, unplug cable, power on device, go to Setting->More->Mobile network->Network Mode->Choose the last tick, done
Thanks for website: huydungmobile.com
Source: http://shopmobile.vn/thu-thuat/huong-dan-nhap-code-unlock-sony-sol25-nha-mang-au.html
Is this unlocking permanent or not?
If I don't get the unlocking code, is there any means to unlock a z2a?
pomelowu said:
Is this unlocking permanent or not?
If I don't get the unlocking code, is there any means to unlock a z2a?
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not any solution for unlock without code
whynot4444 said:
not any solution for unlock without code
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could you tell us witch software can root 306sh temporary?thank you very much?
hi guyz! That version of flashtool does not have drivers for Sol25, i downloaded the new version today and it has but the new flashtool has many different options, anyone can update tutorial please? Huggz!
Can somebody help me to unlock sim of zl2 sol25 it is locked by au. Thanks
I cant update my XPeria x Compact with flashtool because i have error: No loader found or set manually. Skipping loader
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what were you trying to do when this happened? It seems you just need to flash an OS to the phone.
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what were you trying to do when this happened? It seems you just need to flash an OS to the phone.
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eymentuna said:
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Where did you get the ftf? Best way is to use Xperifirm. If you downloaded the file from somewhere else, FT might be missing something it needs. Xperifirm takes care of that...
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Where did you get the ftf? Best way is to use Xperifirm. If you downloaded the file from somewhere else, FT might be missing something it needs. Xperifirm takes care of that...
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http://samsony.net/m/#sony
LEVONE1. Help please
same mistake
I tried the same problem with XperiFirm
eymentuna said:
LEVONE1. Help please
same mistake
I tried the same problem with XperiFirm
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Usual situation with Xperifirm is:
- File gets downloaded (about 10 minutes), and you get 'download complete' message.
- Close Xperifirm, and Flashtool pops up a message about a new script found, '...do you want to add?'. Click yes, and wait (about 10 minutes).
- Afterwards, when you go to flash, you should get a popup asking if you want to use fsc script, say yes.
Did you do all that? If so, and still not booting, check 'userdata' box in wipe section at the screen you posted above, (backup anything you want if you can).
needs fsc file
levone1 said:
Usual situation with Xperifirm is:
- File gets downloaded (about 10 minutes), and you get 'download complete' message.
- Close Xperifirm, and Flashtool pops up a message about a new script found, '...do you want to add?'. Click yes, and wait (about 10 minutes).
- Afterwards, when you go to flash, you should get a popup asking if you want to use fsc script, say yes.
Did you do all that? If so, and still not booting, check 'userdata' box in wipe section at the screen you posted above, (backup anything you want if you can).
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ive donwloaded the firmware, but i cant find .fsc file.
i need to make fsc file but my device is bricked. please help.
makanayam said:
ive donwloaded the firmware, but i cant find .fsc file.
i need to make fsc file but my device is bricked. please help.
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It's usually part of the FT / Xperifirm process. It should be in Flashtool home folder > devices > F53xx folder. Did the first two parts of the process go properly?
This is the Xiaomi Mi A2's TOOL ALL IN ONE Discussion Thread more info and download go to the Original Thread
TOOL ALL IN ONE
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ADVANCED OPTIONS
FUNCTIONS
Install Drivers
Install Drivers
Unlock Bootloader
Lock Bootloader (use carefully)
Flash TWRP Recovery
Flash Stock Recovery
Flash Stock Factory Image
Automatic ROOT
Install APKs
Uninstall APKs
Take a Screenshot
Take a Screen Reocrd
Flash Partitions
Erase All Data (This function can decrypt the phone)
Reboot Phone
Update the Tool to latest version
Update Adb and Fastboot to latest version
Set Adb and Fastboot priviliges in system wide
Install Zip directly from PC (Required TWRP on phone)(These functions work perfectly on my pc but i have perfect adb drivers on my pc and perfect TWRP on my phone)
Flash Fastboot ROM
Delete downloaded files
ADB File Manager
DEVICE LIST
If you want you can send a request to add a new device here:
New Device Request Form
Device List
DOWNLOAD
Original Thread
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Thanks ! I used this tool in my zuk z2 pro and is fantastic
Is it possible to used it for enabling cam2api?
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Is it possible to used it for enabling cam2api?
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Unfortunately no
help
when i try to flash a recovery (booting a recovery) the name of files change to strange things like "1ZHqTVOIAgWdUqtIh5WLxD" or "c0kpXH7r0OESNfLgZQCsOZboc0TkvtiKKwOeEAVAp3H", not letting me flash anything.
Kaito Akimoto said:
when i try to flash a recovery (booting a recovery) the name of files change to strange things like "1ZHqTVOIAgWdUqtIh5WLxD" or "c0kpXH7r0OESNfLgZQCsOZboc0TkvtiKKwOeEAVAp3H", not letting me flash anything.
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It's because actually decryption is not working in the twrp