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Rooting Guide for Sony Xperia SP (Android 4.1.2 / 4.3)
This is the index into rooting Sony Xperia SP (C530x).
Many are asking on how to root the Sony Xperia SP, this is why I'm posting this guide for rooting stock Android 4.1.2 and Android 4.3 ROMs.
Updated for support of 12.1.A.1.207.
Do it at your own risk. Nobody is responsible for bricking your own device!
Rooting guide for 12.1.A.0.266 / 12.1.A.1.201:
Method 1: Advanced Kernel
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: ONLY APPLICABLE FOR UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2646193
Method 2: Flashing of pre-root stock ROMs
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: MUST HAVE CUSTOM RECOVERY INSTALLED!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2704009
(In depth tutorial): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681597
Rooting guide for 12.0.A.2.245 / 12.0.A.2.254:
Method: Easy Rooting Guide for 12.0.A.2.245/254
Models supported: C5302/C5303
NOTE: DOES NOT SUPPORT C5306!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405933
Rooting guide for 12.0.A.1.211 / 12.0.A.1.257 / 12.0.A.1.284:
Method: Easy Rooting Guide for 12.0.A.1.211/257/284
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: N/A
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2329208
Added on 19 June 2014:
Rooting guide for 12.1.A.1.205 AND OLDER:
Method: Towelroot exploit
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306/M35x (China versions of Xperia SP)
NOTE: Towelroot works on all versions of stock ROMs up to 12.1.A.1.207.
Guide: http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/06/16/towelroot-exploit-helps-root-a-number-of-sony-xperia-models/
This rooting index is able to exist thanks to following users: @DooMLoRD, @sp4ubw, @geohot and others that contributed!
chewlohseng said:
Method 2: Flashing of pre-root stock ROMs
Models supported: C5302/C5303/C5306
NOTE: MUST HAVE CUSTOM RECOVERY INSTALLED!
Guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2704009
(In depth tutorial): http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2681597
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Is this method for unlocked BL also?
le grande magnetto said:
Is this method for unlocked BL also?
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Are you on stock Android 4.3? If you're, use Method 1 (Advanced Kernel). It would be easier.
chewlohseng said:
Are you on stock Android 4.3? If you're, use Method 1 (Advanced Kernel). It would be easier.
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Yes, on stock 201, but I dont want to unlock my BL and lose DRM keys.
le grande magnetto said:
Yes, on stock 201, but I dont want to unlock my BL and lose DRM keys.
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You said you're on unlocked bootloader. Lol.
Yes you can, but you may need to downgrade to 4.1.2, root and Cwm, flash pre-rooted rom.
Just see that link for specific instructions.
Sent from my C5303 using xda app-developers app
chewlohseng said:
You said you're on unlocked bootloader. Lol.
Yes you can, but you may need to downgrade to 4.1.2, root and Cwm, flash pre-rooted rom.
Just see that link for specific instructions.
Sent from my C5303 using xda app-developers app
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I did NOT said that I'm on unlocked BL.
Ok, about downgrade. Just flash firmware vie flashtool on device with no root and recovery?
Devs, please create an exploit to root the FW, or isn't that even possible?
le grande magnetto said:
I did NOT said that I'm on unlocked BL.
Ok, about downgrade. Just flash firmware vie flashtool on device with no root and recovery?
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This is what you've said. It means that you're on UNlocked bootloader!
le grande magnetto said:
Is this method for unlocked BL also?
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Yes, flash 12.0.A.2.254 ROM and get root and custom recovery via DooMLoRD's exploitation for root for Android 4.1.2. Get the recovery that's required in the pre-rooted ROM.
Nanostray said:
Devs, please create an exploit to root the FW, or isn't that even possible?
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That's a question that's in my head too. Maybe devs could not find any way other than that to get Android 4.3/4.4.2 rooting done...
dude
chewlohseng said:
This is what you've said. It means that you're on UNlocked bootloader!
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Please, Dont. Dont make a fool of yourself. I did not said that I have SP wit UBL or anything, I just asked if "this method" which was second, was "also for UBL" just like the first one. I don't know how does that implicate that my SP BL is unlocked. You've got yourself wrong idea and you aint gonna drop it pretending that you are right. And what know? Seems like you are trying to convince me that my BL is unlocked, because I asked bout one of the methods..
le grande magnetto said:
Please, Dont. Dont make a fool of yourself. I did not said that I have SP wit UBL or anything, I just asked if "this method" which was second, was "also for UBL" just like the first one. I don't know how does that implicate that my SP BL is unlocked. You've got yourself wrong idea and you aint gonna drop it pretending that you are right. And what know? Seems like you are trying to convince me that my BL is unlocked, because I asked bout one of the methods..
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I don't want to argue with you, it's your phrasing that made not only me, but some other users find it confusing too. (Not saying who though.)
And yes, it should work for unlocked BL too, but if you've unlocked your BL, flashing of kernel is so much easier.
chewlohseng said:
Yes, I may have read wrongly, but you should have said that your phone has locked bootloader. Sorry for reading it wrongly.
And yes, it should work for unlocked BL too, but if you've unlocked your BL, flashing of kernel is so much easier.
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Yeah, I know about that, I just want to make TA, DRM keys backup before everything to save my warranty and since my SP is updated to 201 everything seems more complicated.
le grande magnetto said:
Yeah, I know about that, I just want to make TA, DRM keys backup before everything to save my warranty and since my SP is updated to 201 everything seems more complicated.
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Backing up TA / DRM keys need root, which means you need to be back to Android 4.1.2 to get it, since unlocking bootloader will lose the DRM keys...
I have a stock 4.3, unrooted, locked bootloader
To root etc. i need to downgrade to 4.1.2 first coz i dont wanna lose my DRM keys. How do i do that??
Thanks
ballas38 said:
I have a stock 4.3, unrooted, locked bootloader
To root etc. i need to downgrade to 4.1.2 first coz i dont wanna lose my DRM keys. How do i do that??
Thanks
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Downgrade step by step is already pinned in the General/Android Dev section of the XSP forum, go check that out.
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Pls.....How I get root on XPERIA SP stock firm 205 android 4.3 ?
rcallmann said:
Pls.....How I get root on XPERIA SP stock firm 205 android 4.3 ?
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http://towelroot.com/tr.apk
make sure u uninstall any antivirus first. install the app in that link, ignore google security warning, click make it rain ....
wala! thats literally all you have to do!
xTerraH said:
http://towelroot.com/tr.apk
make sure u uninstall any antivirus first. install the app in that link, ignore google security warning, click make it rain ....
wala! thats literally all you have to do!
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Have you tried it? No issues regarding BL?
xTerraH said:
http://towelroot.com/tr.apk
make sure u uninstall any antivirus first. install the app in that link, ignore google security warning, click make it rain ....
wala! thats literally all you have to do!
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Yes I do that. But before read this reply. I don´t uninstall my antivirus McAfee, but the towel is worked....
Thanks....
soham93 said:
Have you tried it? No issues regarding BL?
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No issues at all
rcallmann said:
Yes I do that. But before read this reply. I don´t uninstall my antivirus McAfee, but the towel is worked....
Thanks....
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My Avast said th app was suspicious but let me root without problems...
Requirements:
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet (SGP521) with root and recovery.
Instructions:
Download: SGP521_23.0.1.A.3.12_VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW_flashable.zip ( 1.1 GB ), mirrior: Mega
Copy SGP521_23.0.1.A.3.12_VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW_flashable.zip on SDCARD.
Go to recovery.
Install SGP521_23.0.1.A.3.12_VMo_HK-SA-AE-KW_flashable.zip.
Wipe Cache/Dalvik.
Reboot the system.
If you wish, you can do DEODEX
Thank you
settings F/C
Everything works fine til i try to set vpn, then my settings stop, same as .167
blaze82 said:
Everything works fine til i try to set vpn, then my settings stop, same as .167
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Works fine for me
settings F/C issue resolved
flashed .438 ftf from bell, gained root/recovery then flashed your prerooted zip.
everything is as it should be, thank you for these updates
Hi,
Did try to flash this...
Nothing to do : only a black screen on reboot.
Probably because I use the DoomLord Kernel and not DualRecovery...
Soft reboot and then FlashTool... here I come !
Regards.
Sorry for the noob question but if I do this will I get root access on my Z2 tablet without needing it to be rooted first ?
Buggedout said:
Sorry for the noob question but if I do this will I get root access on my Z2 tablet without needing it to be rooted first ?
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Bird40 said:
Requirements:
Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet (SGP521) with root and recovery.
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You first need to get root and recovery on .314 or .401 version firmware, for example, by this, and then follow the instructions in the OP.
Bird40 said:
You first need to get root and recovery on .314 or .401 version firmware, for example, by this, and then follow the instructions in the OP.
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That guide worked perfectly for me before, but it doesnt work for 4.4.4 build 23.01.A.3.9 so I am unable to get root access to do anything.
Guess ill have to wait 7 million years for the official 5.0 release to hit my tablet and hope it addresses the inabilty to write or install to SD
Buggedout said:
That guide worked perfectly for me before, but it doesnt work for 4.4.4 build 23.01.A.3.9 so I am unable to get root access to do anything.
Guess ill have to wait 7 million years for the official 5.0 release to hit my tablet and hope it addresses the inabilty to write or install to SD
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No need to wait, downgrade to . 314 with flashtool. Then gain root.... Come back here to update
Link to .314 and flashtool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xpe...-xperia-z2-tablet-lte-wifi-t2847384?nocache=1
If you don't know flashtool, Google and youtube are your best friend's in learning how to use it.
Done ! Downgraded, rooted, then flashed a Zip file for the UK pre-rooted version that another kind member compiled for me.
Its working perfectly with all LTE functionality and full root access.
Finally got there !
Thanks
Is this the latest update?
SunamY said:
Is this the latest update?
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Yes
Seems like it.
Buggedout said:
Done ! Downgraded, rooted, then flashed a Zip file for the UK pre-rooted version that another kind member compiled for me.
Its working perfectly with all LTE functionality and full root access.
Finally got there !
Thanks
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Hi there,
Can you please supply a link for the 312 pre-rooted UK version.
:fingers-crossed:
I have a question. Will the tablet remain its warranty or will it replace also bootloader? And can I use it for 511?
Stirius said:
I have a question. Will the tablet remain its warranty or will it replace also bootloader? And can I use it for 511?
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The ROM won't unlock your bootloader
you can not use it for your 511 (you need a ROM for 511 or 512)
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Hey Everyone
i have Sony Z2 D6502 Bulid num end 167
i need a root for it
i tried many ones by nothing worked
and i didn't find anything alike on the fourms
pls help :\ i need the root access ASP!
AbdwGTK said:
and i didn't find anything alike on the fourms
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That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
o0 Matt 0o said:
That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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Unlock the bootloader is not needed for root, thats also a lie then, i have root on locked bl with 4.4.4 ^^
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
AbdwGTK said:
Hey Everyone
i have Sony Z2 D6502 Bulid num end 167
i need a root for it
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There is no root for it!
AbdwGTK said:
pls help :\
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To have root on 4.4.4 follow these steps:
Downgrade to 4.4.2 and root your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
Create a rooted update package:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
o0 Matt 0o said:
That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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a LIE ????
why would i lie for -_-
i searched the fourms and there is NO Z2 4.4.4 ROOT -___-
o0 Matt 0o said:
That's either
1. A lie
2. You didn't search
3. Your searching another forum
To root your phone (as said many many times in the z2 section)
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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Pandemic said:
Unlock the bootloader is not needed for root, thats also a lie then, i have root on locked bl with 4.4.4 ^^
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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They're options. I may not have made that clear.
If you have 4.4.4 and want root you have two options. You either downgrade or unlock bootloader.
My point is there are a lot of threads with people saying how do I root 4.4.4 and everytime the response is the same.
Choose one of the options below:
o0 Matt 0o said:
1. Downgrade to 4.4.2 to root
2. Unlock your bootloader
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core_x said:
There is no root for it!
To have root on 4.4.4 follow these steps:
Downgrade to 4.4.2 and root your phone:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2759934
Create a rooted update package:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z2/general/4-4-4-creating-rooted-update-package-t2933155
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Pandemic said:
Unlock the bootloader is not needed for root, thats also a lie then, i have root on locked bl with 4.4.4 ^^
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
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so the only way is to downgrade
do you advice me to do so ? :\ ??
AbdwGTK said:
so the only way is to downgrade
do you advice me to do so ? :\ ??
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If you want to keep the DRM Keys then yes because when you unlock your bootloader then you will lose those keys
Sent From Somewhere On Earth With My Z2 ^^
AbdwGTK said:
so the only way is to downgrade
do you advice me to do so ? :\ ??
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YES
so because today is the realized
Installing 4.4.2 do root
and installing
stock-4-4-4-23-0-1-0-167-bug-free
Maybe is my headache but to root we can simply Flash Recovery in fastboot and then SuperSU in recovery? Or why not? Thanks
Just a notice to some folks,
1) take a look at the "root" threads, and yes, there are several pertaining to trying to get root on 4.4.4.
2) Don't call people "liars", please. We know it's sometimes difficult for new users to find the appropriate information.
3) Be a little more precise in your answers. Not everybody is a technical genius
Now, for some folks who are new to the Z2 forums, and this includes Z2 tablets as well.
There is no "Easy" root for 4.4.4. This is well known to most folks. So basically it leaves 2 options.
1) Downgrade your OS to 4.4.2, then you can use the Towelroot based root application, and a few other things. Then you can flash a pre-rooted 4.4.4 ROM and still retain root and DRM keys.
2) Downgrade to 4.4.2 and Back-up your DRM keys using the available app, with root. Upgrade to 4.4.4 and unlock your bootloader, and install a modified Boot.img, flashboot boot a recovery.img, and let it install SU and binary (or use ADB). This way, if you honestly need your DRM keys, you can re-install DRM (and go back to 4.4.2), then migrate to 4.4.4
Honestly, other than some proprietary Sony music, and the loss of Playstation controller, I really can't see a need for the DRM keys anyhow.
Those are pretty much the 2 options. And Lollipop 5.0.x will offer no other options as well.
Bottom line, be nice folks....
MD
Moscow Desire said:
Honestly, other than some proprietary Sony music, and the loss of Playstation controller, I really can't see a need for the DRM keys anyhow.
MD
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Actually you will loose some camera functionality such as Sony Bionz image processing that helps to reduce the low light camera noise. I know there's a thread that restore this but I doubt that works 100%. Camera is the only thing stopping me from unlocking the bootloader to root, luckily we have an exploit which works on older kernels ?
zxz0O0 just released "in dev version for Z3/Z3C/Z3CT. I hope that this should work on Z2 on 4.4.4.
Have any of you tried? damn I am on CM otherwise woulda given a shot and see.
Hello,
Recently I have bought J5 SM-J500F, I searched around for rooting my phone but there didn't seem to be confirmed/safe methods. or some topics were too long so I didn't bother to read.
So I need a method to root my J5 SM-J500F running lollipop 5.1.1. Here is pic of device information.
i.imgur.com Y9rvyVB.png
(replace space with slashe in above address i couldn't post properly due to forum's anti-url spam system)
So I don't care if warranty voids on following conditions
1. If I can restore warranty later by some methods.
2. If I can get official update installed in my phone by some methods (when mobile is rooted) including unrooting mob to get update and rooting it afterwards.
And yes is there any way to update my mobile to marshmallow? People are getting update for their SM-J500F but I won't get it dunno why.
Root is main problem, please provide a confirmed solution, Thanks.
KakaroT7331 said:
Hello,
Recently I have bought J5 SM-J500F, I searched around for rooting my phone but there didn't seem to be confirmed/safe methods. or some topics were too long so I didn't bother to read.
So I need a method to root my J5 SM-J500F running lollipop 5.1.1. Here is pic of device information.
i.imgur.com Y9rvyVB.png
(replace space with slashe in above address i couldn't post properly due to forum's anti-url spam system)
So I don't care if warranty voids on following conditions
1. If I can restore warranty later by some methods.
2. If I can get official update installed in my phone by some methods (when mobile is rooted) including unrooting mob to get update and rooting it afterwards.
And yes is there any way to update my mobile to marshmallow? People are getting update for their SM-J500F but I won't get it dunno why.
Root is main problem, please provide a confirmed solution, Thanks.
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Follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j5/how-to/tutorial-upgrade-j5-2015-to-6-0-t3443904
rjrulz007 said:
Follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j5/how-to/tutorial-upgrade-j5-2015-to-6-0-t3443904
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Thanks man. I will try it soon and let you know the results.
PS: Thanks man, I rooted my phone successfully. Didn't try to upgrade OS as it wasn't much necessary. If needed in future I will upgrade. Clicked on Thumbup on your reply.
rjrulz007 said:
Follow this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j5/how-to/tutorial-upgrade-j5-2015-to-6-0-t3443904
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So I installed Marshmallow successfully. Tried to root it and mob is stuck at Samsung logo. I am reflashing Marshmallow. Is there any solution?
KakaroT7331 said:
So I installed Marshmallow successfully. Tried to root it and mob is stuck at Samsung logo. I am reflashing Marshmallow. Is there any solution?
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Try to flash this supersu zip. It will work on Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
https://mega.nz/#!zNVBhKjb!FZFKq6vaIPudYMoIajb-3zwuLOC26OHtdYY_TKt-6Qs
rjrulz007 said:
Try to flash this supersu zip. It will work on Android 6.0 Marshmallow.
https://mega.nz/#!zNVBhKjb!FZFKq6vaIPudYMoIajb-3zwuLOC26OHtdYY_TKt-6Qs
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I have flashed 6.0.1 already any idea? My net is so slow I get 80-120 kbps, I don't want to download firmwares again and again. I am currently downloading stock 5.1.1, If there isn't way to root 6.0.1 I will go back to 5.1.1 and wait for updates. :/
nvm, I tried flashing SuperSu you provided and it worked, thanks a lot man. Now I have a perfect mobile for my needs.
I recently got a new Sony Xperia Z5 dual (E6683) running android version 6.0.1 (build number 32.2.A.0.253) and I was wondering what would be the easiest way to root it? I tried looking up guides on youtube like I did when I had my nexus 4 but I simply can't find anything. I'd greatly appreciate it if I could get some help...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/guide-how-to-backup-drm-unlock-rootfor-t3373312
here is everything.
If you need further help, please ask.
DeathStroke said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/general/guide-how-to-backup-drm-unlock-rootfor-t3373312
here is everything.
If you need further help, please ask.
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That link is old and has instructions for E6653 running android 5.1.1 but I am using the E6683 running android 6.0.1. Do you have instructions that don't involve downgrading to an older version? I want to stay on marshmallow. Also I'm new to the whole rooting thing but I'm quite sure if I try to flash the E6653 firmware onto my E6683 I'd likely brick my device. I went to the instructions you posted and found that you had issues rooting it...
NeutrinoNexus said:
That link is old and has instructions for E6653 running android 5.1.1 but I am using the E6683 running android 6.0.1. Do you have instructions that don't involve downgrading to an older version? I want to stay on marshmallow. Also I'm new to the whole rooting thing but I'm quite sure if I try to flash the E6653 firmware onto my E6683 I'd likely brick my device. I went to the instructions you posted and found that you had issues rooting it...
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This was just released within the last few days.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/universal-dirtycow-based-ta-backup-t3514236
Devo7v said:
This was just released within the last few days.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/universal-dirtycow-based-ta-backup-t3514236
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I don't understand, what is that link for? Would doing that even root my device? And I don't see the E6683 model even mentioned... What would following those instructions even do?
When I rooted my nexus 4 there were millions of guides everywhere and even videos of it, but I can't find anything for my Z5....
All I'm asking for is step by step instructions to root my Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running android version 6.0.1..................
NeutrinoNexus said:
That link is old and has instructions for E6653 running android 5.1.1 but I am using the E6683 running android 6.0.1. Do you have instructions that don't involve downgrading to an older version? I want to stay on marshmallow. Also I'm new to the whole rooting thing but I'm quite sure if I try to flash the E6653 firmware onto my E6683 I'd likely brick my device. I went to the instructions you posted and found that you had issues rooting it...
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If you don't want to loose x-reality and other sony functions, then you have to downgrade to Lollipop to backup your TA partition which contains DRM files specific to your device. Then you can unlock bootloader and upgrade to MM and root it.
If you don't care about all these functions then you can simply unlock your bootloader and flash patched kernel.
And that guide I mentioned above is universal, you just need to take to pickup files for your device.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
DeathStroke said:
If you don't want to loose x-reality and other sony functions, then you have to downgrade to Lollipop to backup your TA partition which contains DRM files specific to your device. Then you can unlock bootloader and upgrade to MM and root it.
If you don't care about all these functions then you can simply unlock your bootloader and flash patched kernel.
And that guide I mentioned above is universal, you just need to take to pickup files for your device.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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I have same device as OP, problem is I can't find FW files to downgrade to LP. Is there a post here on how to root E6683 MM? I can't seem to find any. Thanks in advance.
MitoTakatori said:
I have same device as OP, problem is I can't find FW files to downgrade to LP. Is there a post here on how to root E6683 MM? I can't seem to find any. Thanks in advance.
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Exactly my issue, none of the guides I've seen so far go into detail for how to go from a stock MM Xperia Z5 Dual (E6683) to rooted with MM...
DeathStroke said:
If you don't want to loose x-reality and other sony functions, then you have to downgrade to Lollipop to backup your TA partition which contains DRM files specific to your device. Then you can unlock bootloader and upgrade to MM and root it.
If you don't care about all these functions then you can simply unlock your bootloader and flash patched kernel.
And that guide I mentioned above is universal, you just need to take to pickup files for your device.
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I do care about those features, but I won't dare do anything to my phone unless there are specific instructions for my model. I will not attempt to follow instructions for rooting a different model since I don't want to brick it.
NeutrinoNexus said:
Exactly my issue, none of the guides I've seen so far go into detail for how to go from a stock MM Xperia Z5 Dual (E6683) to rooted with MM...
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Been searching for 5 hours, none really seem to help much from what I have searched. I'll update you when I found a working one.
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NeutrinoNexus said:
I do care about those features, but I won't dare do anything to my phone unless there are specific instructions for my model. I will not attempt to follow instructions for rooting a different model since I don't want to brick it.
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Mate, have you already unlocked your BL?
This should be on the Q and A sub forum
Here mate: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Credits to the OP and all concerned people.
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chinmoy32 said:
This should be on the Q and A sub forum
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Agreed.
MitoTakatori said:
Been searching for 5 hours, none really seem to help much from what I have searched. I'll update you when I found a working one.
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Mate, have you already unlocked your BL?
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I haven't done anything yet, all I've done is enable USB debugging. And yea, please do update me when you find a working root, I've searched all of youtube and I can't find anything relevant. I want to be able to root my phone and install some Xposed modules so I can actually use my phone...
NeutrinoNexus said:
I haven't done anything yet, all I've done is enable USB debugging. And yea, please do update me when you find a working root, I've searched all of youtube and I can't find anything relevant. I want to be able to root my phone and install some Xposed modules so I can actually use my phone...
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Here mate: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Credits to OP and all concerned.
MitoTakatori said:
Here mate: http://forum.xda-developers.com/xperia-z5/development/root-automatic-repack-stock-kernel-dm-t3301605
Credits to OP and all concerned.
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After you root yours can you help me some time? I'm not very good with this rooting stuff and I find the instructions a little too general which leads me to believe I might brick my phone out of a small misunderstanding...
NeutrinoNexus said:
After you root yours can you help me some time? I'm not very good with this rooting stuff and I find the instructions a little too general which leads me to believe I might brick my phone out of a small misunderstanding...
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Sure! I am still downloading the Custom ROMs I wan to try. I was able to have TWRP on my stock kernel and managed to boot to it. Of course I have done all of it after unlocking BL.
MitoTakatori said:
Sure! I am still downloading the Custom ROMs I wan to try. I was able to have TWRP on my stock kernel and managed to boot to it. Of course I have done all of it after unlocking BL.
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Alright, whenever you have time I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Edit: Just as an FYI, the current state of my phone is essentially just out of box new and I haven't done anything yet.
NeutrinoNexus said:
Alright, whenever you have time I'd appreciate it. Thanks!
Edit: Just as an FYI, the current state of my phone is essentially just out of box new and I haven't done anything yet.
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I see, well as of the thread I shared, you have to downgrade to LP for you to back up DRM, which will be deleted once you unlock your BL
MitoTakatori said:
I see, well as of the thread I shared, you have to downgrade to LP for you to back up DRM, which will be deleted once you unlock your BL
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How do I downgrade to LP? And how do I back up my phone's DRM? Is it not possible to backup and unlock the BL while on MM?
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How do I downgrade to LP? And how do I back up my phone's DRM? Is it not possible to backup and unlock the BL while on MM?
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BL unlock can be done even on MM, problem is when you unlock the BL, it wipes the DRM which contains keys that are being used by some xperia apps. Which means that it will not function properly, or will not function at all.
As I have read, only in LP can DRM be backed up, you can search for the it in the same thread that I shared. To downgrade is the same when you upgrade using flashtool.