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[Q] How to ROOT Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro

Hi all, I've been browsing since yesterday about rooting Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro, however there was little that could be found. And in this point I'm not even sure whether it is possible.
Does someone have experience with rooting this particular phone. I will appreciate any advice.
Thanks in advance

tadeas_bucha said:
Hi all, I've been browsing since yesterday about rooting Lenovo Vibe Z2 Pro, however there was little that could be found. And in this point I'm not even sure whether it is possible.
Does someone have experience with rooting this particular phone. I will appreciate any advice.
Thanks in advance
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Try rooting with the following android apps.
Root Master
z4root
Universal Androot
Easy rooting toolkit
Framaroot

Hi Guys,
can somebody list the hi-res games working on this monster??
i know root is not yet possible for lollipop until then we can play some quality games.
Lets Golf 3 is not installing.
i love nature games rather than bang! bang!
so someout out there using z2 pro at the fullest, kindly list the names of the games.
waiting...

jacktackle said:
Hi Guys,
can somebody list the hi-res games working on this monster??
i know root is not yet possible for lollipop until then we can play some quality games.
Lets Golf 3 is not installing.
i love nature games rather than bang! bang!
so someout out there using z2 pro at the fullest, kindly list the names of the games.
waiting...
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ROOT on Lollipop is actually possible, russian guide HERE.
Every game I tried worked flawlessly. I don't think I have ever had any problems with that. Also resolution change (to 1080p) helped with FPS. I think 1440p is for Adreno 330 too much.

Hi, how is it possible to change the resolution? Thanks.

i used the lenovo companion app and it shows that i'm rooted. but when i installed the supersu, either via playstore of twrp, it keep asking me to update binary. Any idea what i can do? thanks.

rainbow99 said:
i used the lenovo companion app and it shows that i'm rooted. but when i installed the supersu, either via playstore of twrp, it keep asking me to update binary. Any idea what i can do? thanks.
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After pressing update? Still keeps asking? I just flashed latest SuperSU (2.46 i think) in twrp and everything works fine.

yes it tries to update then say not successful. needs to reboot. but then the same after rebooting. not sure if it's because i don't have root. i did manage to install twrp and can reboot into twrp.

Then flash latest SuperSU zip in twrp. I don't see a reason why it shouldn't work

hi bro, i tried that, and it really didn't work. I'm also puzzled. downloaded v2.46 from the supersu website and flashed via twrp. the message is successful. but when i open up, it still prompts me to update binary. sigh.

Rooting Vibe Z2 Pro
Hi,
First I unlocked the Bootloader and used Kingroot app to root VIbe Z2 pro.
I also installed TWRP and it is working fine.

mandarthedon said:
Hi,
First I unlocked the Bootloader and used Kingroot app to root VIbe Z2 pro.
I also installed TWRP and it is working fine.
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Do you have ROW or chinese version ? Kingroot mobile or destop version ?
I have a chinese model and after lollipop update Gapps not working [ tried a lot of GMsinstaller in vain ] , if you can help me with detailed steps please, I think only after root I can change pemission to gapps in order to work. Tried download and install directly on the phone kingroot v4.5.0.722 and is not working [I am not unlocked the bootloder yet , I am afraid not to brick the phone ].

rainbow99 said:
hi bro, i tried that, and it really didn't work. I'm also puzzled. downloaded v2.46 from the supersu website and flashed via twrp. the message is successful. but when i open up, it still prompts me to update binary. sigh.
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Just to share, working with version 2.49 beta
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look dude... i'll be super honest with you. In no android planet will you be able to root your device if you keep a locked bootloader. Get it unlocked first. Does your device have ''fastboot''? because everything will have to start with that.
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Izoh George said:
look dude... i'll be super honest with you. In no android planet will you be able to root your device if you keep a locked bootloader. Get it unlocked first. Does your device have ''fastboot''? because everything will have to start with that.
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There are dozens of devices rootable with those one-click generic apps like KingoRoot or Towelroot etc... which doesn't need unlocked bootloader, or even adb/fastboot. Ofc you won't be able to flash custom recovery (via fastboot) and things like that, but essentialy you'll end up with SuperSU installed along with su binary (that's the point of rooting the device, right?).
Before Lollipop firmware update our device was possible to root via those one-click apps.

Electry said:
There are dozens of devices rootable with those one-click generic apps like KingoRoot or Towelroot etc... which doesn't need unlocked bootloader, or even adb/fastboot. Ofc you won't be able to flash custom recovery (via fastboot) and things like that, but essentialy you'll end up with SuperSU installed along with su binary (that's the point of rooting the device, right?).
Before Lollipop firmware update our device was possible to root via those one-click apps.
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Honestly to say you are right. I dont know why i was being rogue with you. I think what i should hav said was '' in no android planet would you want to root your device with a locked bootloader''. Reasons being no Nandroid backup restore method.. neither via recovery nor via fastboot image flashing method. Of course taking nandroid backup will be possible e.g using Online Nandroid app, onandroid executable scripts e.t.c. Besides unlocking bootloader only clears your user data. We all know rooting is not a disaster but a window to disaster #BRICK. Think about it.
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i have K920 5.0.2 VIBEUI_V22.5_11526_55.574.1_ST_K920
please advise updated method to root this device? thanks.

Tnx for root.

amk said:
i have K920 5.0.2 VIBEUI_V22.5_11526_55.574.1_ST_K920
please advise updated method to root this device? thanks.
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Kindly provide details of your android version. I mean you could have used some OTA update. Additional information like processor type could be helpful. You could b using an international variant.
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Anyway download pdanet for pc... Install it. Have usb debugging on. Check that on developer options on your device. Connect your device to pc then run pdanet to install the necessary driver. (You could also download and use "adb drivers installer.exe for pc as an alternative".
Check your phone screen to confirm the debug promp.
Download iRoot English version for pc.
Install it and run.
Connect your phone with the usb debug still on.
Once your device is detected and name displayed. A button "Root" will appear. Click on it and your phone will reboot if rooting successful.
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i tried all roots which are commented here but without success.. i have 5.0.2. -K920_S271_150907_ROW... any idea why?

Best Way To Root Z1 ?

What is the best method you guys are using to Root the Zuk?
Thanks

I want to know too, i've decided to root the phone, but since i have no experience on rooting a phone i would really appreciate a definitive method.
I found 2 links:
http://guideroot.net/how-to-root-zuk-z1/
http://www.osroots.com/how-to-root-lenovo-zuk-z1-easy-rooting-tips/
Kingroot didn't work for me.
If someone can help please do xD
Thanks!

I'm Rooting my phone by " Kingroot "

rakoOo_17 said:
I'm Rooting my phone by " Kingroot "
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Worked for you? I tried 3 times in a roll and no luck.
Someone please help! xD

Sure you tried by Kingroot not KingOroot? I did my root by kingroot as well.
Download this on your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
Or here:
http://www.kingroot.net/

Appreciate your help dudes!
I havent used Kingroot yet - is it a simple process... or can something go wrong?

Shivver said:
Sure you tried by Kingroot not KingOroot? I did my root by kingroot as well.
Download this on your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
Or here:
http://www.kingroot.net/
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Yes, this is the very same one i tried. I'm sure, even same version.
So... it worked for you? Well, it may failed for me cause i'm under ZUI : P

Aitch said:
Appreciate your help dudes!
I havent used Kingroot yet - is it a simple process... or can something go wrong?
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In my case it was totally safe and easy process by KingRoot. Try it.
yardiego said:
Yes, this is the very same one i tried. I'm sure, even same version.
So... it worked for you? Well, it may failed for me cause i'm under ZUI : P
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Yep on Cyanogen OS it worked without any problem, easy process. No idea if it works under ZUI, did you tried Windows version as well?

Shivver said:
In my case it was totally safe and easy process by KingRoot. Try it.
Yep on Cyanogen OS it worked without any problem, easy process. No idea if it works under ZUI, did you tried Windows version as well?
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Bro, your Sig says youre running CM13 - Im on the pre-installed CM12.1 so will that make any difference?
By the way. what extra features does Rooting give to the Zuk?
Thanks!

Aitch said:
Bro, your Sig says youre running CM13 - Im on the pre-installed CM12.1 so will that make any difference?
By the way. what extra features does Rooting give to the Zuk?
Thanks!
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Yes now I'm on CM13 but I did my root on COS 12.1 before, KingRoot works on both ROMs for me.
Yes, for me rooting gives a lot as I'm using Xposed modules like Amplify and Greenify and some other nice software, but if you don't find it useful don't do it Read on internet what ROOT gives, it's not useful for everybody, but for me is essential.

Shivver said:
Yep on Cyanogen OS it worked without any problem, easy process. No idea if it works under ZUI, did you tried Windows version as well?
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Just tried windows version, still the same. I tried with kingoroot as well and again, nope = /

Hey guys,
I've managed to root my Z1 with KingRoot. Just wanted some confirmation that if I install twrp and unlock the bootloader there should be no problems flashing a custom rom right?
Sent from my Z1 using Tapatalk

My friend, it is the only way to insrtall a custom Rom !!!!

Hello,
justinstall KingRoot, everything is fine, execpt that I can't OTA (error is system has been remounted r/w reflash device to re enable ota updates)
How can I solve it ?
Regards

wackou said:
Hello,
justinstall KingRoot, everything is fine, execpt that I can't OTA (error is system has been remounted r/w reflash device to re enable ota updates)
How can I solve it ?
Regards
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Just like it's written? "reflash device to re enable ota updates"

Sorry for bit OT: root voids warranty for ZUK?

Impossible to root?
Hi guys,
I have been trying to root my device for 2 days, with no success.
I have tried 2 different Windows computers, just to make sure that I wasn't making any mistake with the drivers. The problem is that I never get to see my device when I launch the command "adb devices". Developer option is activated, ADB modeas well, OEM unlocking as well. Driver installed (Google generic one and tried also ZUK USB drivers 1.0.5), I get to see 3 devices in System Properties:
- under portable devices
E:\
Z1
- under ShenQi ADB Devices
android ADB interface
Can anyone suggest what should I do?
I don't get the RSA Authentication authorization request from the device once I plug it in....
Really no idea of what to do. Should I try kingroot?
Thanks in advance
Marco
EDIT: CyanogenOS 12.1 YOG4PAS7DF, security patch level 1-4-2016

Anyone who can support me?

Marco.27 said:
Anyone who can support me?
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Use the tool in the link below and follow instructions. It will do everything for you and install a custom recovery and let you install su.
Would recommend uninstalling all previous USB drivers and start again.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3332563
Sent from my Z1 using Tapatalk

Marco.27 said:
Hi guys,
I have been trying to root my device for 2 days, with no success.
I have tried 2 different Windows computers, just to make sure that I wasn't making any mistake with the drivers. The problem is that I never get to see my device when I launch the command "adb devices". Developer option is activated, ADB modeas well, OEM unlocking as well. Driver installed (Google generic one and tried also ZUK USB drivers 1.0.5), I get to see 3 devices in System Properties:
- under portable devices
E:\
Z1
- under ShenQi ADB Devices
android ADB interface
Can anyone suggest what should I do?
I don't get the RSA Authentication authorization request from the device once I plug it in....
Really no idea of what to do. Should I try kingroot?
Thanks in advance
Marco
EDIT: CyanogenOS 12.1 YOG4PAS7DF, security patch level 1-4-2016
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Unlock bootloader
Flash twrp
Flash su
Ps no more ota .
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A2017G (6.0.1) B08 - Root without Unlocking possible?

Hi there,
I found there is a thread describing how to root the US/Chinese model without unlocking the bootloader -
https://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/development/wip-axon-7-root-bootloader-unlokced-t3441204
However it mentions that this'll brick the European model because of the included TWRP version and unfortunately I'm on a ZTE A2017GV1.0.0B08 (Android 6.0.1, Kernel 3.18.20).
Is there any news if this can be done now with the international variant -
I'm not interested in a custom ROM or updating Android, I'm happy at the moment with the 6.0.1 version I have, but really would like root for xposed framework, Titanium, Tasker ...
Is there a different TWRP version that can be used or is it not working due to the ZTE's signature key used?
Alternatively is there a way for the A2017G to re-lock the bootloader that's 100% working/safe, if you don't apply a custom ROM?
Thanks a lot for your help!

The answer you will find here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3441204
This is the way I did it with my first A7
sent from zte axon 7 with tapatalk

Hi.
It didn't really answer the question : Is unlocking necessary to root, or can we root without unlocking ?
Every tutorials founds all follows the same paths : Unlock first, then root. But why ? is there a reason for that, or is it just a "since i'm rooting, let's unlock it while i'm at it" thing ?
(edit : Sorry 4 my english ... i hope i've been clear enough)

marcus.linkenbach said:
The answer you will find here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3441204
This is the way I did it with my first A7
sent from zte axon 7 with tapatalk
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Hallo Marcus
Danke fuer die Antwort -
Maybe I didn't fully comprehend the thread - I was under the impression that it bricked some A2017G, while not others and didn't want to take the risk.
Reading through the instructions - which of these steps did you take (and in what order)?
I read it that you do not need to flash TWRP? So can I just root the phone without bricking it and all is good as long as I stay with my 6.0.1 B08 version?
I understand the instructions as
- boot into edl
- install Qualcomm driver
- run axon7root to already root the device (backup seems to be done in the next step?! according to instructions).
However there is no axon7root version for the A2017G (B08) as it was removed due to TWRP?!
All I can find is the axon7backup tool (would you actually do this before you run the axon7root the first time?)
If you run the axon7root, did you do 'axon7root.exe -p 4 -b'
so that it only flashes the boot.img (not TWRP recovery) and therefore this is safe?
Sorry for the long essay, help is really appreciated!

Hey, sorry for the delay.
I am quite busy. I really don't know the procedere anymore. It is a long time ago. But if you would give me some time, I will have a look on it and will let you know. But why won't you unlock your bootloader? Without unlocking not everything runs as it should with unlocked BL.
OK. I will let you know.
Marcus

Sn8K said:
Hi.
It didn't really answer the question : Is unlocking necessary to root, or can we root without unlocking ?
Every tutorials founds all follows the same paths : Unlock first, then root. But why ? is there a reason for that, or is it just a "since i'm rooting, let's unlock it while i'm at it" thing ?
(edit : Sorry 4 my english ... i hope i've been clear enough)
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Theoretically, yes, you can root w/o unlocking the bootloader. This is how things are done typically with certain manufacturers (LG, Samsung) that rarely offer BL unlocking. To be able to flash TWRP on a locked BL is even more difficult, as it would require a BL-level exploit. The reason that's not an option here is the ability to unlock, which precludes such development.

Hi Marcus,
Thanks a lot, that would be really great.
Regarding Bootloader unlock - I didn't buy the phone in the EU, hence my warranty would be void if I unlock it. And my warranty even comes with screen replacement (not that I ever cracked a screen, but there's always a first).
I have to admit that I'm tempted by Lineage OS, but for now (as I just bought the phone) - if there's a reasonably safe way to root without unlock, I'd prefer to just root and then maybe in a year's time or so switch to Lineage OS...
For now I managed to have my phone recognized as QUSB_BULK and I can boot into edl.
I was trying to use the axon7toolkit (1.1.1), but for whatever reason I cannot use it in commandline mode (maybe as there seem to be different versions, or maybe cause I am on Win7 32bit, no idea).
Any help would be really great!
Hi jeboo, Hi Sn8k,
Hope above explained my motivation, regarding root without unlocking - there's a thread about this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/development/wip-axon-7-root-bootloader-unlokced-t3441204
HOWEVER there are two problems:
1) The bootloader can stay locked as it's using a signed version of TWRP, which can brick your device (A2017G)
2) The linked axon7root.exe is not for my device (A2017G B08).
Having said that, some users have been successful with rooting this version, so there seems to be a way, if you get the steps right.

Whoooo? said:
Hi Marcus,
Thanks a lot, that would be really great.
Regarding Bootloader unlock - I didn't buy the phone in the EU, hence my warranty would be void if I unlock it. And my warranty even comes with screen replacement (not that I ever cracked a screen, but there's always a first).
I have to admit that I'm tempted by Lineage OS, but for now (as I just bought the phone) - if there's a reasonably safe way to root without unlock, I'd prefer to just root and then maybe in a year's time or so switch to Lineage OS...
For now I managed to have my phone recognized as QUSB_BULK and I can boot into edl.
I was trying to use the axon7toolkit (1.1.1), but for whatever reason I cannot use it in commandline mode (maybe as there seem to be different versions, or maybe cause I am on Win7 32bit, no idea).
Any help would be really great!
Hi jeboo, Hi Sn8k,
Hope above explained my motivation, regarding root without unlocking - there's a thread about this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/development/wip-axon-7-root-bootloader-unlokced-t3441204
HOWEVER there are two problems:
1) The bootloader can stay locked as it's using a signed version of TWRP, which can brick your device (A2017G)
2) The linked axon7root.exe is not for my device (A2017G B08).
Having said that, some users have been successful with rooting this version, so there seems to be a way, if you get the steps right.
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Did you figured out a method to root the A2017G without unlocking?
I just got mine and need root for transferring all the apps from my old Nubia Z7....
Thx.

catadoxy said:
Did you figured out a method to root the A2017G without unlocking?
I just got mine and need root for transferring all the apps from my old Nubia Z7....
Thx.
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You can't. Don't even try it if you don't want to face DFU...
Just use the same app that the phone comes with, I think it's WeShare or something like that. It should let you transfer all of your crap via a LAN wifi transmission (If you use a 5GHz hotspot it'll be fast as heck).
Or just unlock the phone. But don't relock it if you do, because you can make a huge mess

Do it's possible to root the P9 Lite without losing data?

Hi all
I need to root a P9 Lite (VNS-L31) with android 7.0 / EMUI 5.0.4 to do a deep data recovery, so I absolutely need the keep data currently on the phone.
I tried to search here and on google and every guide I've found says that to root the phone the first step is always to unlock the bootloader (to allow installation of TWRP)
But this step involves a factory reset of the phone, so I can't proceed by that way
Do it's correct? Or there's another way to unlock bootloader/install TWRP or directly root the phone without losing data?
Thank you in advance to anyone can help me
Kind regards
Alessandro Barisone

Barx78 said:
Hi all
to unlock bootloader/install TWRP without losing data
Alessandro Barisone
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Hi there,
it's possible on EMUI 4.1 (A6) only.

bozka1 said:
Hi there,
it's possible on EMUI 4.1 (A6) only.
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.. and I think I can't downgrade to that version without losing data .. or I can?
Kind regards
Alessandro Barisone

You're at risk of losing your data. Sometimes a "User reset" is triggered by the rollback process.
Fifty-fifty chance

zacchi4k said:
I'm looking for a way to downgrade and root a P9 Lite (Dual SIM) too, I managed to downgrade to VNS-L31C432B160, October 2016 patches, but neither KingRoot nor KingoRoot are working, and the DirtyCOW checker says the phone is not vulnerable. B150 and earlier all refuse to install, has anyone managed to pull this off??
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You can root your phone on Marsmallow or Nougat, no problem. Unlocking the bootloader is the first step to root access.

zacchi4k said:
I'm looking for a way to downgrade and root a P9 Lite (Dual SIM) too, I managed to downgrade to VNS-L31C432B160, October 2016 patches, but neither KingRoot nor KingoRoot are working, and the DirtyCOW checker says the phone is not vulnerable. B150 and earlier all refuse to install, has anyone managed to pull this off??
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zacchi4k said:
Well yes, but I'm looking for a way to first root the phone, then unlock the bootloader from there, not the other way around. I know it's possible to unlock for free if you manage to root, I just can't figure out how.
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Unfortunately, a lot of one click root methods (including KingRoot) no longer work on A6 and above (on Huawei devices).

Huawei p10 lite. stuck at 5% installing update recovery_stock

Hey there,
I entered bootloader and did fastboot flash recovery recovery_stock. Rebooted the device , pushing vol up + down + power together. Now it says installing update but it keeps at 5%....
What can be the issue???

Overnox said:
Hey there,
I entered bootloader and did fastboot flash recovery recovery_stock. Rebooted the device , pushing vol up + down + power together. Now it says installing update but it keeps at 5%....
What can be the issue???
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You might need to flash stuff like recovery_ramdisk, recovery_vendor and recovery2 BUT am not really sure about the partitions and how they work together...
If it boots still up, connect with PC using HiSuite to re-install latest firmware
Last (and reliabily) solution is HWOTA on XDA
Sent from my P10 Lite using XDA Labs

Sam Nakamura said:
You might need to flash stuff like recovery_ramdisk, recovery_vendor and recovery2 BUT am not really sure about the partitions and how they work together...
If it boots still up, connect with PC using HiSuite to re-install latest firmware
Last (and reliabily) solution is HWOTA on XDA
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I have p10 lite WAS LX2 with security patch Nov 8 2018 and I want install TWRP but for make that first I need unlock the Bootloader but for unlock the Bootloader first I need the CODE. I read what I can get that code with software called "DC unlocker" but this software don't give me the code if I have a security patch more hight than September . Pls help me

OrdoñezFTW said:
I have p10 lite WAS LX2 with security patch Nov 8 2018 and I want install TWRP but for make that first I need unlock the Bootloader but for unlock the Bootloader first I need the CODE. I read what I can get that code with software called "DC unlocker" but this software don't give me the code if I have a security patch more hight than September . Pls help me
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There are plenty solutions, written on this forum...
I had to downgrade to nougat via HiSuite and then DC unlock was able to read out the bootloader code... If you have the code you could upgrade again to latest firmware, again HiSuite is helpful there...
Then search for a TWRP thread here and follow the instructions! Bit reading first is recommended, I ****ed the thing so badly, I needed 2 days to make it boot again!
I owned all nexus devices, pixel 2, 3 and even some OnePlus and Huawei is definitely the worst to handle, tricky stuff - so either research or repair to get the needed information :angel: lol
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Sam Nakamura said:
There are plenty solutions, written on this forum...
I had to downgrade to nougat via HiSuite and then DC unlock was able to read out the bootloader code... If you have the code you could upgrade again to latest firmware, again HiSuite is helpful there...
Then search for a TWRP thread here and follow the instructions! Bit reading first is recommended, I ****ed the thing so badly, I needed 2 days to make it boot again!
I owned all nexus devices, pixel 2, 3 and even some OnePlus and Huawei is definitely the worst to handle, tricky stuff - so either research or repair to get the needed information :angel: lol
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Bro HiSuite does not give me the option to restore to a previous version

OrdoñezFTW said:
Bro HiSuite does not give me the option to restore to a previous version
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It should provide the latest version of EMUI of recognizes your device correctly....
Otherwise Google for:
-how to 'dload' (with latest firmware from 'huawei firmware finder', you can get a windows version of it from their homepage, if you have no working Android device, in best case you directly download to the phone and use recovery to upgrade)
-on XDA is a project called 'HWOTA', which my help you updating
Good luck Buddy!
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