Guide to upgrade KII-L21 to MM & active FP of Custom Roms.

Guide to upgrade KII-L21 to MM & active FP of Custom Roms. - Honor 5X Guides, News, & Discussion

Dear XDA & Fellow Community Members,
This Guide is for KII-L21 variant ONLY!
& hereby declare that not I nor XDA is responsible for any damage & or WW3 trigger of your device.
Try at your own risk.
Assuming you have variant KII-L21 ( cust version : C636D00x/C185D00x )
& also on stock LP firmware, rooted, bootloader unlocked, TWRP installed.
if not, search forum for BL unlock,rooting & TWRP installation guide.
Step 1 : Take a clean Nandroid of existing installation of your device.
Step 2: Flash stock recovery via ADB & Fastboot of your last known stock rom installed
this one worked for me : https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24545070682210594
Command : adb reboot bootloader
fastboot devices
fastboot flash recovery *recovery img name*.img
Step 3 : Download your exact firmware.According to cust version stated in "About Phone" of your last stock rom.
( cust version : C636D00x/C185D00x )
Cust : C636D00x >>> http://consumer.huawei.com/vn/mobile-phones/support/downloads/detail/huawei-gr5-vn.htm?id=82266
Cust : C185D00x >>> http://forum.xda-developers.com/honor-5x/how-to/kii-l21-gr5-marshmallow-ota-caputered-t3388491
Step 4 : Extract the zip & copy dload folder to your SD card. It'd be safer if a high speed fresh SD is used I suppose.
Step 5: Turn off your Device, the press the Volume up+Volume Down+power button at same time for 10 seconds,
then release the power button only. you'll see firmware upgrading. wait for upgrade to finish.
Step 6 : If you wish , you can set up EMUI, but not mandatory. now, flash TWRP again.
Step 7 : Download any build newer than 20th july of CM , download gapps Nano, flash together via TWRP
if any error is found, just factory reset from TWRP & flash again.
CM Thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/hon...-unofficial-cyanogenmod-13-0-nightly-t3344499
Step 8 : First boot might take few minutes, after booting, set up CM. Voila !!! FP works like charm ^_^
Extra steps >>>>>
if you want FP on Ressurection Remix, just dirty flash RR latest build just after setting up CM. it worked for me, not sure if it will work for you or not. if found boot loop, i'll suggest waiting for @maxprzemo to update RR.
& Again, Thanks to @crpalmer & @BadDaemon for everything they have done for our device. :good:
& also thanks to al the moderators & whole XDA community ^_^ :good:
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[NEWBIE GUIDE v2.0] MIUI ROMs, TWRPs, ZIPs, BACKUP, FLASH, RESTORE

UPDATED NEWBIE GUIDE v2.0
FOR REDMI NOTE 3 SNAPDRAGON (KENZO)
(WORKS FOR ALL MIUI / AOSP / CM BASED ROMs)
GUIDE SECTIONS : QUICK LINKS#1 : MIUI ROM | TYPES OF MIUI ROM | TWRP | TYPES OF TWRP
#2 : TWRP FLASHABLE ZIPs | FULL PARTITION BACKUP | FLASHING ROM
#3 : RESTORING MIUI FIRMWARE (WIP) | SUMMARY | CREDITS
IMPORTANT NOTE !!- Before following any step or asking any question, please read the guide & the below comments very carefully & thoroughly
- You are choosing to make these modifications, I take no responsibility for bricked devices, dead or corrupt SD cards, accidental data wipe etc.
- This guide only supports users who have UNLOCKED their BOOTLOADER using OFFICIAL method
- I have dropped support for users who have UNLOCKED their BOOTLOADER using UNOFFICIAL method as it was risky & confusing
- This guide will be updated as new information, TWRP, methods are added. Do let me know if I have forgot to mention anything useful
MIUI ROM
MIUI (pronounced as Me-You-I) is Xiaomi's custom built firmware on top of Android like Samsung's Grace UX, HTC's Sense, OnePlus's OxygenOS which runs on their smartphones. MIUI is also the second most popular Android firmware, after CyanogenMod. MIUI is based on Android's AOSP base with its own modifications and extensive features over the top. At first glance it resembles like a hybrid between Google's Material Design and Apple's iOS. But unlike Stock Android or iOS, MIUI is very intuitive, feature rich and has multiple tweaking options.
MIUI is updated regularly depending on the development branch. Xiaomi takes reports, feedback and suggestions from the community, addresses the bugfixes and integrates new features upon request. Most of Xiaomi devices are regularly patched with monthly security updates. The flagship "Mi" series like Mi3, Mi4, Mi5 receive quicker Android version updates than their budget "Redmi" series like Redmi 2, Redmi 3, Note 2, Note 3 etc.
TYPES OF MIUI ROM
There are 2 development branches of official MIUI ROMs for all Xiaomi devices.
A) Stable Branch aka Stable Builds
- It is updated on a monthly basis or longer
- New features are added slowly after testing
- Higher system stability and less bugs than Beta ROMs
- It has a four digit numbering scheme (X.X.X.X)
- For eg. 8.X.X.X is MIUI8 Stable ROM
- Stable ROMs come in 2 variants
1. MIUI China Stable ROM
- This ROM is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices sold in China
- It is made for the Chinese market & contains Chinese MIUI apps
- Google Apps are absent. You can install them manually or by using ADB
- It supports Chinese & English language
2. MIUI Global Stable ROM
- This ROM is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices sold outside China
- It is made for the International market & contains English MIUI apps
- Google apps are pre-installed by default
- It supports 50+ languages
B) Beta Branch aka Developer Builds
- It is updated on a weekly/bi-weekly basis or longer
- New features are added quickly for testing
- Lower system stability and more bugs than Stable ROMs
- It has a three digit numbering scheme (X.X.X)
- For eg. 6.11.21 is MIUI8 Beta ROM for 21th Nov, 2016
- This ROM is not pre-installed on any Xiaomi device.
- You have to install Beta ROM over Stable ROM manually.
- Beta/Developer ROMs come in 2 variants
1. MIUI China Beta/Developer ROM
- It is made for the Chinese market & contains Chinese MIUI apps
- Google Apps are absent. You can install them manually or by using ADB
- It supports Chinese & English language
2. MIUI Global Beta/Developer ROM
- It is made for the International market & contains English MIUI apps
- Google apps are pre-installed by default
- Supports more than 50+ languages
Vendor aka Unofficial MIUI ROM
- Official MIUI ROM is found on Xiaomi devices that are bought from official channels
- Official channels include Xiaomi stores, flipkart.com, amazon.com etc.
- Vendor/Unofficial MIUI ROM is typically found on Xiaomi devices that are bought from unofficial channels/third-party resellers
- Unofficial channels include geekbuying.com, gearbest.com, banggood.com, ebay.com etc.
- Resellers take any of the official MIUI ROMs and modify it by injecting malwares, adwares, promotional apps etc.
- Vendor ROM may or may not contain Chinese MIUI Apps or Google Apps
- The Vendor ROM is then flashed by the reseller via EDL mode using MiFlash Tool, which bypasses LOCKED bootloader status
- Vendor ROMs can be identified by their odd 5 digit numbering scheme (X.X.X.X.X) eg. MIUI8 8.0.1.1.0, MIUI7 7.9.8.8.0
- You can identify a vendor ROM by comparing its version with official MIUI version here : http://en.miui.com/download.html
- Due to stability & security reasons, such ROMs should not be used and should be changed immediately.
- You should flash official MIUI ROMs using MiFlash Tool via EDL mode.
TWRP
TWRP stands for Team Win Recovery Project. It is a custom recovery used to flash ROMs, kernels & scripts, take full system backups, restore backups etc. There are multiple versions of TWRPs for the Redmi Note 3 Snapdragon (kenzo). Many new users are confused as to which version of TWRP to flash after UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER OFFICIALLY.
Thanks to Xiaomi for the multiple hardware revisions, outdated kernel sources & the tiresome process of unlocking the bootloader, this device has become even more complicated for the developers as well as for the end users. Hopefully Xiaomi updates the kernel sources as soon as possible. This will result in a streamlined and unified environment for the developers while compiling ROMs and for the user for a better end user experience.
TYPES OF TWRP
1. Official TWRP : https://dl.twrp.me/kenzo/
- The base version of TWRP 3.0.2-2
- It is the stock version with no modifications done to it
- Used to flash flash ROMs, kernels & scripts, take full system backups, restore backups etc.
2. F2FS TWRP
Nougat : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70148939&postcount=3710
Marshmallow : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68023154&postcount=2
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.2-2
- Adds support for F2FS based file systems
- Specifically made for official CyanogenMod ROMs
- Compiled with Android 6.x & Android 7.1 branch respectively.
- Users can convert their /data & /cache partitions from EXT4 to F2FS for better performance (Optional)
3. Unofficial TWRP : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/recovery-twrp-3-0-2-0-t3446909
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.2-2
- Up-to-date with Android 6.0 & Android 7.0 branch
- Adds support for F2FS based file systems
- Users can convert their /data & /cache partitions from EXT4 to F2FS for better performance (Optional)
- Can backup all partitions of the device
- Permissive SELinux
4. ZCX TWRP : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/zcx-twrp-install-twrp-flash-supersu-t3462448
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.2-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
- Disables forced encryption
- Updated to Android 7.1 TWRP source
- SuperSU updated to v2.76
- Fixes "0MB Storage", "Unable to mount /" errors
- Adds support for Android 6.0 /data partition decryption
- Can be used to flash incremental OTA updates on MIUI rooted ROMs
5. Cofface TWRP : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/recovery-kenzotwrp-cafface-3-0-0-t3369341
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.0-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
6. Safe TWRP v2 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/modified-twrp-deleting-emmcappsboot-t3371667
- Based on Cofface TWRP 3.0.0-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
- Specifically compiled for users who UNLOCKED the BOOTLOADER using UNOFFICIAL method.
- Prevents hardbrick while flashing MIUI Recovery ROM Zip or incremental OTA Zip
7. Alka TWRP : http://en.miui.com/thread-282773-1-1.html
- Based on Cofface TWRP 3.0.0-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
- Disables forced encryption
- Can backup all partitions of the device

TWRP FLASHABLE ZIPS- These zips are meant to be flashed with TWRP with a specific order.
- Before flashing any zip make sure you have taken full backup of your device partitions using TWRP.
- Steps for full backup are mentioned in the next section.
PATCHES
1. Universal Boot Image Patcher : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/modified-twrp-deleting-emmcappsboot-t3371667
- This zip patches the boot.img i.e. it disables "dm-verity" (Lollipop Only)
- Use this zip if you are having official TWRP, F2FS TWRP, Unofficial TWRP installed.
- All other TWRPs automatically patch the boot.img so no need to use this zip.
- This zip has to be flashed immediately after flashing MIUI Lollipop Recovery ROM else your ROM wont boot.
2. Lazy Flasher : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByWEieei-0nyMTR4R0dxWk9BTms/view
- This zip patches the boot.img i.e. it disables "dm-verity" and disables forced encryption (Marshmallow Only)
- Use this zip if you are having Official TWRP, F2FS TWRP, Unofficial TWRP, Cofface TWRP, Safe TWRP v2 installed.
- If you are using ZCX, Alka TWRP no need to use this zip
- This zip has to be flashed immediately after flashing MIUI Marshmallow Recovery ROM else your ROM wont boot.
3. VoLTE Patch : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/volte-patches-nougat-based-cm-roms-t3509257
- This zip is to be flashed on specific Android 7.x Nougat based ROMs
- It enables VoLTE support by flashing modem partitions
4. RR 5.8.0 Fingerprint Fix : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/guide-how-to-enable-goodix-fingerprint-t3507979
- This zip is to be flashed on Resurrection Remix 5.8.0
- This zip enables fingerprint sensor support for models having Goodix FP sensor
5. CM13 Front Camera Fix : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/fix-camera-fix-official-cm13-builds-t3454893
- This zip is to be flashed if your front camera doesnt work on CM13 ROM
- This zip fixes "Could not connect to camera" issues.
6. CM13 Security & Radios Fix : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2CgYqnPbCh_RnJDaHJtdEFYRGM
- This zip is to be flashed after booting into system after flashing CM13 ROM
- This zip fixes the SIM issues and the force close in Security setting
FIRMWARES
1. Multi-ROM Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/rom-multirom-firmwares-t3519420
- This zip enables us to boot multiple ROMs on the device simultaneously
- It flashes bootloader and other partitions
- This zip locks the bootloader
2. TheStrix's CM13 Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68023154&postcount=2
- This is the firmware that CyanogenMod 13 supports. Upgrades it from LP to MM firmware.
- This zip has to be flashed before flashing CM13 ROM else fingerprint & other sensors might not work.
- This zip does not lock the bootloader
3. TheStrix's CM14 Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68671310&postcount=2
- This is the firmware that CyanogenMod 14.1 supports.
- This zip has to be flashed before flashing CM14.1 ROM else fingerprint & other sensors might not work
- This zip locks the bootloader. Flash this one if you dont want BL Lock : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzDVQwVyIvEbTUZCR3lkSmR6X1E/
4. Android N Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/cm14-14-1-aosp-n-firmware-kenzo-kate-t3507789
- This zip upgrades your firmware to support 7.x Nougat ROMs
- This zip should be flashed before flashing any Android 7.x Nougat ROM
- This zip does not lock the bootloader
ADD-ONS
1. Xposed Framwork : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/guide-installing-xposed-framework-roms-t3416123
- Before installing any zip, perform a full backup.
- Official release is for AOSP / CM based ROMs
- Unofficial release is for MIUI ROMs
FULL PARTITION BACKUPBefore proceeding towards Flashing ROMs make sure you have backed up all the partitions on your device. Incase anything goes wrong, you can always restore the backup.
Requirements:
- Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 PC
- Unofficial TWRP / Alka TWRP / ZCX TWRP
- Running on official MIUI7 / MIUI8 Stable ROM
- BOOTLOADER UNLOCKED Using OFFICIAL method from here : http://en.miui.com/thread-202290-1-1.html
- Minimal ADB+Fastboot drivers : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
1. Installing drivers & initial setup
- On your PC, go to "Folder Options" and de-select "Hide file extensions for known file types"
- Install Minimal ADB+Fastboot drivers & restart your PC
- Make sure your phone's battery level is above 75%. Switch off your phone
- Copy the desired TWRP image file inside the Minimal Fastboot directory (C:\Program Files)
- Rename the TWRP as "twrp.img" Make sure the filename isnt "twrp.img.img"
- Hold "Power Button" & "Volume Down" button together & release both of them after "Fastboot" appears
- Connect the device to PC using USB cable
2. Flashing TWRP
- On your PC, go inside Minimal Fastboot folder directory. Hold shift and right click inside the folder
- Select "Open command window here" and type "fastboot devices" inside the command window.
- If everything goes right, your device should be recognized as "<serial number> <fastboot>"
- Type "fastboot flash recovery twrp.img" & press Enter. This will flash the TWRP in the recovery partition.
- Type "fastboot boot twrp.img" & press Enter. This will boot the phone in TWRP.
- If the language is in Chinese, select the right box, & select English.
- Uncheck "Keep System Read-Only" & Swipe to allow modifications.
3. Backup All Partitions
- Select "Backup" Option & select "Storage location" to external MicroSD card
- Select each & every partition & swipe to backup.
- After backing up, reboot to system.
- For additional saftey, copy the backup from MicroSD card to PC.
4. Flash Recommended TWRP
- After backup is complete you should switch to ZCX TWRP for best results
- Select "Install" Option & select "Flash Image" option
- Select Official TWRP / ZCX TWRP and swipe to flash
- After flashing go back, select "Reboot" and then select "Reboot to Recovery"
FLASHING MIUI/CM/AOSP ROM USING TWRPRequirements:
- BOOOTLOADER : UNLOCKED Using OFFICIAL METHOD
- BACKUP : Full partitions backup
- TWRP : Use ZCX TWRP for best results
1. Rooting MIUI7/8 Lollipop ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Flash Universal Boot Img Patcher Zip (Flash if using Official TWRP, else skip step)
- Reboot to System
- Boot to TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash SuperSU Zip v2.78
- Reboot To System
2. Rooting MIUI7/8 Marshmallow ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Flash Lazy Flasher Zip (Skip step if using ZCX TWRP)
- Reboot to System
- Boot to TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash SuperSU Zip v2.78
- Reboot To System
3. Flashing MIUI7/8 Lollipop Recovery ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash Universal Boot Img Patcher Zip (Flash if using Official TWRP, else skip step)
- Reboot To System
3. Flashing MIUI7/8 Marshmallow Recovery ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash Lazy Flasher Zip (Skip if Using ZCX TWRP)
- Reboot To System
4. Flashing MIUI7/8 Xiaomi.EU ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Reboot To System
5. Flashing Official CM13 ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash CM13 Firmware Zip
- Reboot to Recovery
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash G-Apps 6.0 Zip
- Reboot To System
6. Flashing Official CM14.1 ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash CM14 Firmware Zip
- Reboot to Recovery
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash G-Apps 7.1 Zip
- Reboot To System
7. Flashing AOSP 7.x Nougat ROMs
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash Android N Firmware Zip
- Reboot to Recovery
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash G-Apps 7.0/7.1 Zip
- Reboot To System
FLASHING MIUI ROM USING MIUI UPDATER APP- This method does not require PC for flashing.
- We use the updater app present on the MIUI ROM itself to flash recovery ROM zip.
- Recovery ROM format : MIUI_DEVICENAME_MIUIVERSION_KEY_ANDROIDVERSION.ZIP
- Example : miui_HMNote3ProGlobal_V8.1.1.0.MHOMIDI_8e5f6f8e03_6.0.zip
Requirements:
- BOOTLOADER : LOCKED / UNLOCKED
- Recovery ROM : MIUI7/8 Stable/Beta : http://en.miui.com/download-301.html
- Stock : System, Boot Image, Recovery
- System : Unrooted
1. Flashing newer Global Stable version from older Global Stable version
i.e. MIUI 8.1.1.0 > MIUI 8.1.4.0
- All data will be preserved in this process, nothing will be wiped.
- Place the ROM zip inside internal storage
- Make sure battery level is above 75%
- Turn on WiFi / Cellular Data
- Open Updater App, select "Choose Update Package"
- Choose the ROM zip & select "Reboot and update"
- The update will take from 5-30 mins to install depending on the size
2. Flashing MIUI Global Beta version from Global Stable version
i.e. MIUI 8.1.1.0 > MIUI 6.12.15
- This process will wipe everything from your device, so take backup before proceeding.
- Place the ROM zip inside internal storage
- Make sure battery level is above 75%
- Turn on WiFi / Cellular Data
- Open Updater App, select "Choose Update Package"
- Choose the ROM zip & select "Reboot and update"
- The update will take from 5-30 mins to install depending on the size
3. Flashing newer MIUI Global Beta version from older Global Beta version
i.e. MIUI 6.12.9 > MIUI 6.12.15
- All data will be preserved in this process, nothing will be wiped.
- Place the ROM zip inside internal storage
- Make sure battery level is above 75%
- Turn on WiFi / Cellular Data
- Open Updater App, select "Choose Update Package"
- Choose the ROM zip & select "Reboot and update"
- The update will take from 5-30 mins to install depending on the size
4. Flashing Global Stable version from Global Beta Version
i.e. MIUI 6.12.15 > MIUI 8.1.1.0
- Unfortunately you cannot flash it using Updater-app
- You will have to use MiFlash Tool to flash fastboot ROM package
- This process will wipe everything from your device, so take backup before proceeding.
- Check out Section #3 for fastboot ROM package flashing using PC

RESTORING MIUI FIRMWARE (WIP)
- We can restore to Stock MIUI firmware from a custom ROM or softbrick by flashing a fastboot ROM using MiFlash Tool
- This method flashes all partitions using stock images. Your entire phone will be restored to factory state.
- Fastboot ROM Format : CODENAME_IMAGES_MIUI-VERSION_BUILD-DATE_ANDROID-VERSION_REGION_KEY.tgz
- Example : kenzo_images_6.12.15_20161215.0000.00_6.0_cn_7f97e1f7a9.tgz
- There are 2 ways for flashing fastboot ROM
1. EDL : Emergency Download Mode (Qualcomm Only)
- It is low-level mode used for recovering the device when phone cannot boot into system, recovery and fastboot mode
- This mode can be used on LOCKED as well as on UNLOCKED bootloaders
- We can boot into EDL mode using ADB commands, Fastboot2EDL Method, Manual Method or Deep Flash Cable
- When your phone boots into EDL mode, the screen turns blank & LED light flashes continuously
- To exit EDL mode, hold the power button for 8-10 seconds till the device restarts
2. Fastboot
- Fastboot Mode is used to UNLOCK bootloader, flash images onto the partitions, recover the device when phone cannot boot into system, recovery mode.
- This mode can only be used on UNLOCKED bootloaders.
- We can boot into Fastboot mode using ADB commands or by using Manual Method.
- When your phone boots into Fastboot mode, the screen will show "Fastboot" text and "Mi Bunny" image.
- To exit Fastboot mode, hold the power button for 8-10 seconds till the device restarts or by typing "fastboot reboot" inside command window.
Requirements:
- PC : Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10
- Mi PC Suite : http://pcsuite.mi.com/
- Mi Flash Tool
Beta : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9wtW2KGOf0RRS1lZGgybVVnbms/view
01/04/16 : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9wtW2KGOf0RaERVZXFtaGxfZ2s/view?usp=drive_web
28/10/15 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/tools/MiPhone20151028.exe
1. Flashing Fastboot ROM using Emergency Download Mode (EDL)
2. Flashing Fastboot ROM using Fastboot Mode
WORK IN PROGRESS
_____________________________________
SUMMARY
1. OFFICIAL UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS users should use
Official TWRP
- If they plan on staying only on custom ROMs like CM14.1, AOSP
- Universal Boot Img Patcher / Lazy flasher needed after flashing MIUI ROMs
ZCX TWRP
- If they switch between MIUI & CM / AOSP ROMs
- Universal Boot Img Patcher / Lazy Flasher not needed after flashing MIUI ROMs
2. Just got a brand new Redmi Note 3 and wish to flash TWRP or a custom ROM?
STEP 1 : Verification
- Check the model : kenzo, kate, hennessy
- If kenzo, then proceed
- Verify if the installed ROM on your device is official MIUI ROM
- If NO, flash official MIUI ROM using MiFlash tool on PC via EDL mode
STEP 2 : Unlock Bootloader
- Apply for bootloader unlock
- Backup everything from internal storage, SMS, contacts etc.
- Unlock bootloader
STEP 3 : Flash TWRP
- Flash ZCX TWRP using fastboot mode using PC
- Backup all partitions using TWRP
STEP 4 : Flashing Custom ROM
- Factory Reset using TWRP
- Flash required files needed for the custom ROM
- Flash custom ROM zip
- Flash Google Apps zip
- Reboot to System
3. Follow the guides for recovering your device in case of softbrick/hardbrick, IMEI/EFS corrupt etc.
- Video Guide : Bootloader Unlock, Root, TWRP, Restore, Unbrick & ROMs : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/video-redmi-note-3-bootloader-unlock-t3407003
- Flash/Unbrick On Locked/Unlocked Bootloader : http://en.miui.com/thread-235865-1-1.html
- Flash/Unbrick From HS USB 900E Mode : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/unbricking-redmi-note3-hardbrickhs-usb-t3351325
- IMEI/EFS Repair : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/flash-recover-efs-snapdragon-t3406789
CREDITS
TWRPs
Vibhor : Official TWRP
TheStrix : F2FS TWRP, CM Firmware
dadi11 : Unofficial TWRP
BY~XM : ZCZ TWRP
Cofface????? : Cofface TWRP
Rajdip : Safe TWRP v2
Alka121209 : Alka TWRP
PATCHES
Rajdip : Universal Boot Image Patcher
jcadduono : Lazy Flasher
Sudeep Duhoon : VoLTE Patch
*Moon- : RR 5.8.0 Fingerprint Fix
tank0412 : CM13 Front Camera Fix
banmeifyouwant : CM13 Radios & Security Fix
FIRMWARE
wmaster4g : Multi ROM Firmware
TheStrix : CM Firmware
Psy_Man : Android N Firmware
GUIDES
Tomsgt : Video Tutorial
Rajdip : Unbrick Guide
Muz_paray : Unbrick Guide
Archit9169 : IMEI/EFS Repair Guide

why after flashing alka recovery, we should again flash cofface? is alka recovery used for backup only? can we flash roms with alka recovery?

white FANNg said:
why after flashing alka recovery, we should again flash cofface? is alka recovery used for backup only? can we flash roms with alka recovery?
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For official users you can flash other ROMs with Alka TWRP as well.
For unofficial users you must flash Safe TWRP v2 after Alka to avoid hardbrick if you flash MIUI ROM.

I am running now stocl global rom with officialy unlocked bootloader.
How can I flash Alka recovery to backup and install cm13? just use adb flash recovery?

Thanks for the initiative, can you explain more about the partitions.
What if one doesn't have all the partitions backed up and flashed custom rom ( CM 13)?
Also please include the current version of TWRP for respective recoveries.

nonyhaha said:
I am running now stocl global rom with officialy unlocked bootloader.
How can I flash Alka recovery to backup and install cm13? just use adb flash recovery?
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fastboot flash recovery alkatwrp.img
mnsk said:
Thanks for the initiative, can you explain more about the partitions.
What if one doesn't have all the partitions backed up and flashed custom rom ( CM 13)?
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Santhosh's CM13 zip based on M firmware has M boot loader. After flashing the zip your bootloader gets locked & gets updated to M boot loader.
So if you want to revert back to MIUI based on Lollipop you need to take backup of each & every partition using Alka TWRP, other TWRP wont work.
This restores the phone back to L boot loader & preserves IMEI.
All the links are updated to the latest versions of respective TWRPs.

SharkcpN said:
All the links are updated to the latest versions of respective TWRPs.
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Can you also include them in the OP like official is on 3.0.2, alka on 3.0. Will be easier to keep track.

I think for officially unlocked bootloader the official TWRP should be used. You can flash the universal boot image patcher as a secondary ZIP if needed, and you can back up EFS with it

Hey all, I have successfully unlocked unofficially and flashed a alka via fastboot but I can't boot into recovery.
If I do adb reboot recovery it goes to a screen with a picture of my device which I assume is the stock recovery. If I reboot with Vol Up and Power I get the same thing. Any ideas? Thanks!
EDIT: I flashed "Safe TWRP v2" then Alka and it worked! Thanks OP

Nice information.
So the alka version is the best for official. Just want to know more:
1. Is that mean that backup/restore feature of cofface not backup all partitions?
2. Are there any differences between cofface and alka beside backup feature? Both seem not built from latest official twrp.
3. How about flashing (not restoring) other Rom from Santosh M Rom?
Thanks.
Sent from my Redmi Note 3 using Tapatalk

I installed alka version and it is in chinese, I am trying desperately to find a way to switch language, but all the guides online point to twrp theme manager, which does not work. any guide to change language from within twrp?
I flashed Cofface twrp also and the language is still in Chinese. there is no way to add some files somewhere to change the freakin' language?

Grantius said:
I think for officially unlocked bootloader the official TWRP should be used. You can flash the universal boot image patcher as a secondary ZIP if needed, and you can back up EFS with it
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Yes you can use it too
Doublewise said:
Nice information. So the alka version is the best for official. Just want to know more:
1. Is that mean that backup/restore feature of cofface not backup all partitions?
2. Are there any differences between cofface and alka beside backup feature? Both seem not built from latest official twrp.
3. How about flashing (not restoring) other Rom from Santosh M Rom?
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1. Yes, only Alka TWRP is capable of backing up & restoring all partitions including bootloader.
2. Alka TWRP backs up EFS (IMEI) partition as well, Cofface dosent. Rest all features are same.
3. For official unlocked users : You can flash any ROM using Alka TWRP.
Unofficial unlocked users : You must flash Safe TWRP v2 before flashing any ROM else it will lead to hardbricking.
nonyhaha said:
I installed alka version and it is in chinese, I am trying desperately to find a way to switch language, but all the guides online point to twrp theme manager, which does not work. any guide to change language from within twrp?
I flashed Cofface twrp also and the language is still in Chinese. there is no way to add some files somewhere to change the freakin' language?
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Re-flash Alka / Cofface TWRP, you will be greeted by a chinese text. Click on the box on the right, select English & tick mark the box above slider & swipe it.

SharkcpN said:
Yes you can use it too
1. Yes, only Alka TWRP is capable of backing up & restoring all partitions including bootloader.
2. Alka TWRP backs up EFS (IMEI) partition as well, Cofface dosent. Rest all features are same.
3. For official unlocked users : You can flash any ROM using Alka TWRP.
Unofficial unlocked users : You must flash Safe TWRP v2 before flashing any ROM else it will lead to hardbricking.
Re-flash Alka / Cofface TWRP, you will be greeted by a chinese text. Click on the box on the right, select English & tick mark the box above slider & swipe it.
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Alka and coface give an error, can't find en.xml in the zip.

nonyhaha said:
Alka and coface give an error, can't find en.xml in the zip.
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Go to TWRP folder in the internal storage where you have installed Themes folder, delete the entire folder.

....i lost the L boot loader...
...good afternoon...
...i flashed shantosh's rom without taking backup...
...so, i lost the stock L bootloader...
...now i see the M bootloader with cyanogenmod logo...
...it's not a problem since i flashed a lot of cm based roms, and some miui roms also, with this M bootloader...
...but i want the official bunny bootloader back...
...how can i restore it back ?
...flashing with mi flash tool maby ??

Thanks for this post cos this finally clears up my confusions.... And well I suppose Cofface is good because rooting after updates is easy....But just one question....Exactly how do I install OTAs? It seems I cant install the small 150mb ota files so I have to install the fastboot rom...But do I have to wipe system before that? Because I tried flashing 7.3.6.0 update (fastboot rom 1.1gb) without wiping system and its still showing me on 7.3.5.0.... So what exactly is the method before applying OTAs?

anshulratchet said:
Thanks for this post cos this finally clears up my confusions.... And well I suppose Cofface is good because rooting after updates is easy....But just one question....Exactly how do I install OTAs? It seems I cant install the small 150mb ota files so I have to install the fastboot rom...But do I have to wipe system before that? Because I tried flashing 7.3.6.0 update (fastboot rom 1.1gb) without wiping system and its still showing me on 7.3.5.0.... So what exactly is the method before applying OTAs?
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You need to use recovery ROM, not fast boot.

And how to move from unofficially unlocked bootloader to official unlocking?

Final Method To Get voLTE onAny LinOS14.1(either voLTEsupportd or not,less camera bug

Hello guys,
I'm requesting you share it more to help others.
Don't blame me or other members if anything gets wrong with you or your device. Thanks
Things you need:::
Important Unlocked Bootloader officially.
1.MIUI fastboot ROM this http://bigota.d.miui.com/6.11.3/ken...1103.0000.00_6.0_global_f7309f8161.tgz (comes in *.tgz or *.tar not in .zip)
2.Xiaomi Mi Flash tool-BETA version.
3.ZCX TWRP.
4.CM14 CM14-firmware_20161115.zip from here https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=385035244224398629
5. NitrogenOS(based on Android_7.1) http://xyyx-dev.ru/nitrogen-os/testing/nougat_7.1/kenzo/Nitrogen-OS-kenzo-20170106.zip
(Goodfix fingerprint sensor only flash this for fpc http://xyyx-dev.ru/nitrogen-os/testing/nougat_7.1/kenzo/fpc_fix.zip
6.Any open Gapps package for android 7.1 on your requirement. I'm using mini version.
7.voLTE patch from here https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634741250
nothing else
Q.Why fastboot ROM?
A.because it formats all the partitions also your internal storage (Take a backup 1st )and re-partitions all files on correct address. And this ROM uses the firmware that is mostly used on custom ROMs as I guess. I don't know I'm correct but that is what I think.
Q.Why NitrogenOS?
A.comes with less camera bug. Overall performance is good, can run substratum theme engine.
Q.Why voLTE patch?
A.it works on all voLTE or non-voLTE declared cm14.1 ROM. May be you will find your voLTE working without flashing it.
Q.Why ZCX recovery?
A.it backups all partition and have all the features of other RN3 supported recoveries(cofface,alka,official etc.)
Q.why cm14_15112016_firmware?
A.since it may lock your bootloader again but works great give a thanks to the developer of it.It is must to use this firmware for any force stop issue.
Q.Why RADON KERNEL
A.comes with stability and improves battery and performance get it here https://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/kernel-t3414884
Follow these steps carefully and have patience!
Step 1
Flash the MIUI fastboot ROM v6.11.3through PC by using MiFlashTool using clean all option.
Step 2
after flashing, It takes too much time to setup your MIUI. recommended to use internet.
Step 3
now you find voLTE icon on this MIUI ROM.
Step 4
reboot to bootloader and check whether your bootloader is locked again or not. If locked, unlock again using official method.
Step 5
flash ZCX TWRP.
Step 6
reboot to ZCX. And take a backup of only these partition efs, firmware on your internel or in PenDrive(recommended).
Step 7
Make a folder like this "MIUI 6 efs" on PC and Copy the TWRP(/TWRP/backups/...) backup folder in PC from PD.
Step 8
Now copy these tools in PD CM14 firmware15112016, NitrogenOS, gapps, VoLTE_v2N_13-1-17.zip in PD and connect to RN3.
Step 9
Format system,data,Dalvik/ART cache,cache.
Step 10
choose install and flash the CM14_151112016_firmaware. It may lock your bootloader again. To check, reboot to bootloader from recovery and check by using fastboot oem device-info command on PC. If locked unlock again through official method.
Step 11
Now reboot to ZCX from fastboot. By pressing volume up button 1st and then power button when get a vibrate feedback leave power button(not volume up) untill the recovery window get shown.
Step 12
Now install NitrogenOS, install fpc_fix.zip(if you are using fpc fingerprint sensor,mine is fpc sensor so i flash it everytime), install Gapps and then restore the EFS backup you have taken(on MIUI6.11. blah blah).
Step 13
reboot to system and setup
If you find HD icon on status bar then good use it now or reboot to recovery and install
VoLTE_v2N_13-1-17.zip. now reboot you will definitely get that. If not then restore again the EFS partition.
You will surely get. If everything get done take a full backup of this ROM for future this ROM's EFS partition gonna work for you in future.
I'm SURE you will be stuck on this ROM
Everything is here latest android, Vulkan API, better battery backup and voice over LTE
Final
If it helps then thanks me and specially thanks to Sudeep Duhoon(https://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=4913907) for voLTE patch.
--to XIAOMI for giving the permission to you for unlocking youe bootloader.
--to all others.
--All credits goes to those who provide these fixes and tools
The voLTE patch will also work on non-voLTE android 7.1 ROMs.

Guide to flash Nougat if you face bootloops when upgrading

Hey guys!
This is just a simple post for you guys who want to make the jump to Nougat on the Snapdragon version of the Redmi Note 3, but face issues like bootloop or soft brick .
I tried many times to flash to Nougat and failed, so I thought I would document my experience for anyone who needs it.
The main problem I faced was an outdated bootloader.
Here, I have detailed the steps I took to flash Nougat successfully on my phone.
This does assume that you do have some experience and knowledge about the world of custom ROMs.
- disclaimer -
I am not responsible for any damage you may cause as a result of following this guide.
I am not affliated with any of the authors that wrote the guides that I will link in this guide.
The links are there purely for reference, and if you wrote one of the posts that I have linked in this guide, please message me to have your name at the bottom of this post.
- disclaimer end -
Here are a few things to note.
1) The version of MIUI you were on when you unlocked your bootloader.
2) Whether or not you have uploaded your bootloader
3) Whether you unlocked your bootloader officially
4) Whether you have permission to unlock the bootloader from XiaoMi.
5) Download and install the latest version of MiFlash
6) Download and install ADB and Fastboot on your PC
7) Boot into download mode to check if your PC recognises your phone. If not, reinstall the appropriate drivers.
A few websites you might want to refer to :
A MIUI forum page which teaches you how to flash/unbrick your Redmi Note 3.
http://en.miui.com/thread-235865-1-1.html
A MIUI forum page that teaches you how to repair your IMEI if it gets corrupted
http://en.miui.com/thread-245598-1-1.html
A guide to the XiaoMi deep flash cable as a kind of last resort(This is essentially Xiaomi's version of Samsung's USB jig; to force your device into download mode)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/guide-how-to-flash-hard-bricked-redmi-t3490055
First, you may want to do a few things.
1) Check and double check your device codename (Kenzo for Redmi note 3 Pro, Kate for Redmi Note 3 SE)
2) Download the latest Global Developer ROM (There are .zip and .tar versions, for this guide we will be using the latter. I get my ROMs from here : http://en.miui.com/a-234.html )
After downloading it, decompress it until you see the file extension .tgz, then unzip it once more. At the end you should have one folder which contains some files and a folder called images.
3) Research and download the ROM and custom kernel of your choice
4) Check up and research anything you are unfamiliar with ( This is a great place to start : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/guide-redmi-note-3-available-twrps-t3406708 )
So, to flash the ROM, you can follow these steps. Do note that these steps worked for me at the time of writing and may not necessarily work for you.
1) Backup your stuff (Pictures, chats, contacts, etc.)
2) Go to developer options and check enable OEM unlock and ADB.
3) Reboot into bootloader.(adb reboot bootloader / vol- + pwr from power off state)
4) Use MiFlash to flash the global developer ROM you downloaded.
5) Use the MiUnlock tool to unlock your device.
6) Reboot to MIUI. (If you don't, you might face problems with TWRP demanding for password)
7) Boot to download mode again.
8) Install TWRP recovery.
9) You can now make a nandroid backup. Also make a backup of your EFS partition and keep it somewhere safe.
This assumes that you flashed the latest global developer ROM.
10) You can now flash the ROM and GApps.
11) If you want to install a custom kernel, finish setting up the phone before flashing one.
12) You can install Viper4Arise now if you want.

Install MIUI 9/10 Global Stable Official ROM - MI MAX 32/64/128 -TWRP Flashable Zips

For those people who really want to install STOCK MIUI 9 / 10 GLOBAL STABLE ROM through TWRP Recovery on MI Max /Mi Max Prime. This guide has been simplified and involves less technical know how than my earlier guide. Do read on
This time, I will begin with the usual disclaimer. I am not responsible for your bricked device or devices failing to boot up following the procedure as described below.
This process will erase all your data[All Apps contacts sms etc will be lost]. Please ensure that you take proper backups.
This process will not wipe your phone's internal storage.
The good news, however is, if you follow these steps correctly, you can surely install and boot up successfully.
This guide works for Mi MAX Helium [MI Max Prime 64/128 GB] also with locked bootloader and TWRP. I have personally tried and tested in MI Max Prime 128 GB with locked bootloader and TWRP.
Should also work for MI MAX Hydrogen [MI Max 32 GB] provided the ROM described in step 1 below has to be Hydrogen MIUI ROM.
I will explain the steps in the manner as described below :
Step 1 : You need to download the recovery ROM Zip from the below mentioned link :
Link for MI MAX Hydrogen [MI Max 32 GB] :
Link 1 : MIUI 9.2.1 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.2.1.0.NB...80b676_7.0.zip
Link 2 : MIUI 9.5.2. : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.2.0.NBCMIFA/miui_MIMAXGlobal_V9.5.2.0.NBCMIFA_66a18ac56c_7.0.zip
Link 3 : MIUI 9.5.4. [Latest ] : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.4.0.NBCMIFA/miui_MIMAXGlobal_V9.5.4.0.NBCMIFA_26db4b6ff9_7.0.zip
Link 4 : MIUI-10 - 8.7.26. [Latest ] :http://bigota.d.miui.com/8.7.26/miui_MIMAXGlobal_8.7.26_20edb8040e_7.0.zip
Link for MI MAX Helium [Mi Max Prime 64/128 GB]:
Link 1 : MIUI 9.2.1 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.2.1.0.NB...a2cce2_7.0.zip
Link 2 : MIUI 9.5.2 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.2.0.NBDMIFA/miui_MIMAX652Global_V9.5.2.0.NBDMIFA_935ffa42ef_7.0.zip
Link 3 : MIUI 9..5.4 : [Latest] : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.4.0.NBDMIFA/miui_MIMAX652Global_V9.5.4.0.NBDMIFA_6302ded98b_7.0.zip
Link 4 : MIUI-10 - 8.7.26 : [Latest] : http://bigota.d.miui.com/8.7.26/miui_MIMAX652Global_8.7.26_da56458616_7.0.zip
Step : 2 : At this point please download Lazyflasher.zip and Magisk Installer zip and copy to your phone's internal memory as you will be needing it.
Link for LazyFlasher : https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767111293
Link for Magisk v 16.0 : https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v16.0/Magisk-v16.0.zip
[All Credits and big thanks to the developers]
Step 3 : copy the 3 zip packages as described in Step 1 & 2 to the internal memory of your phone. Remember the file location. where it is saved. You have to flash /install these files from TWRP from this location.
Step 4 : Boot into TWRP Recovery and go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe > select the FOUR partitions namely : data, system, cache and dalvik cache and wipe them
Step 5 : Go to "Install" menu of TWRP Recovery and in the select the two files namely
(i) the ROM file downloaded from Step 1 which you have copied to your internal memory of the phone as described in step 3
(ii) Lazyflasher.zip downloaded from Step 2 which you have copied to your internal memory of the phone as described in step 3
P.S. Do not install Magisk at this stage for it will result in bootloop
Step 6 : . Go to "Reboot" Menu of TWRP Recovery and select System option. This will reboot the phone back to Android System
Step 7 : Your system should now boot in around 3-5 minutes. Enjoy Latest MIUI 9 on your phone.
Step 8 : These steps are optional and intended to Root the device using Magisk. Once the system is booted up, please reboot to TWRP recovery.
Step 9 : Go to "Install" menu of TWRP Recovery and install Magisk v16.0.zip as downloaded in Step 2 (2nd file). Once install is completed reboot to system to enjoy rooted MIUI on your phone.
You have to install Magisk after the phone has booted up once or else it will result in bootloop. you have been warned at step 5
I hope you might enjoy stock rooted rom MIUI9 / MIUI 10 on mi max. Just a small Information : MIUI 10 ROMs are Developer Roms and not yet released as Global Stable but I have tested it without any major flaws. Enjoy and Cheers !!!!
Next guide to debloat MIUI 9.5 and remove adware without losing any functionality. Stay tuned..

For those who wish to try MIUI 10 -
Simply install these zip files as mentioned in step 5 above. This will install MIUI 10[
for MI Max 32 GB [Hydrogen]
http://bigota.d.miui.com/8.7.26/miui...b8040e_7.0.zip
for MI Max Prime 64/128 GB [Helium]
http://bigota.d.miui.com/8.7.26/miui...458616_7.0.zip

If I upload MIUI in this way, will ROM block the bootloader in my device?

Waiting for ur guide to debloat miui 9.5 ...

Bootloader unlocked

Bartos81 said:
If I upload MIUI in this way, will ROM block the bootloader in my device?
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No, it will not interfere with bootloader. If the bootloader is unlocked, it will continue to remain unlocked

there is the miui version 9.5.5 from yesterday. You have to upload by miflash and then continue as in the guide. 9.5.5 corrects errors found in version 9.5.4
http://xiaomifirm.com/#messages

thanks for your effort for this long article, fyi no one on xda really wants miui anywhere near their phone

sourish_sbg said:
For those people who really want to install STOCK MIUI 9 GLOBAL STABLE ROM through TWRP Recovery on MI Max /Mi Max Prime. This guide has been simplified and involves less technical know how than my earlier guide. Do read on
This time, I will begin with the usual disclaimer. I am not responsible for your bricked device or devices failing to boot up following the procedure as described below.
This process will erase all your data[All Apps contacts sms etc will be lost]. Please ensure that you take proper backups.
This process will not wipe your phone's internal storage.
The good news, however is, if you follow these steps correctly, you can surely install and boot up successfully.
This guide works for Mi MAX Helium [MI Max Prime 64/128 GB] also with locked bootloader and TWRP. I have personally tried and tested in MI Max Prime 128 GB with locked bootloader and TWRP.
Should also work for MI MAX Hydrogen [MI Max 32 GB] provided the ROM described in step 1 below has to be Hydrogen MIUI ROM.
I will explain the steps in the manner as described below :
Step 1 : You need to download the recovery ROM Zip from the below mentioned link :
Link for MI MAX Hydrogen [MI Max 32 GB] :
Link 1 : MIUI 9.2.1 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.2.1.0.NB...80b676_7.0.zip
Link 2 : MIUI 9.5.2. [Latest ] : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.2.0.NBCMIFA/miui_MIMAXGlobal_V9.5.2.0.NBCMIFA_66a18ac56c_7.0.zip
Link for MI MAX Helium [Mi Max Prime 64/128 GB]:
Link 1 : MIUI 9.2.1 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.2.1.0.NB...a2cce2_7.0.zip
Link 2 : MIUI 9.5.2 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.2.0.NBDMIFA/miui_MIMAX652Global_V9.5.2.0.NBDMIFA_935ffa42ef_7.0.zip
Link 3 : MIUI 9..5.4 : [Latest] : http://bigota.d.miui.com/V9.5.4.0.NBDMIFA/miui_MIMAX652Global_V9.5.4.0.NBDMIFA_6302ded98b_7.0.zip
Step : 2 : At this point please download Lazyflasher.zip and Magisk Installer zip and copy to your phone's internal memory as you will be needing it.
Link for LazyFlasher : https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=457095661767111293
Link for Magisk v 16.0 : https://github.com/topjohnwu/Magisk/releases/download/v16.0/Magisk-v16.0.zip
[All Credits and big thanks to the developers]
Step 3 : copy the 3 zip packages as described in Step 1 & 2 to the internal memory of your phone. Remember the file location. where it is saved. You have to flash /install these files from TWRP from this location.
Step 4: Boot into TWRP Recovery and go to Wipe > Advanced Wipe > select the FOUR partitions namely : data,system, cache and dalvik cache and wipe them
Step 5 : Go to "Install" menu of TWRP Recovery and in the select the two files namely
(i) the ROM file downloaded from Step 1 which you have copied to your internal memory of the phone as described in step 3
(ii) Lazyflasher.zip downloaded from Step 2 which you have copied to your internal memory of the phone as described in step 3
P.S. Do not install Magisk at this stage for it will result in bootloop
Step 6: . Go to "Reboot" Menu of TWRP Recovery and select System option. This will reboot the phone back to Android System
Step 7 : Your system should now boot in around 3-5 minutes. Enjoy Latest MIUI 9 on your phone.
Step 8 : These steps are optional and intended to Root the device using Magisk. Once the system is booted up, please reboot to TWRP recovery.
Step 9 : Go to "Install" menu of TWRP Recovery and install Magisk v16.0.zip as downloaded in Step 2 (2nd file). Once install is completed reboot to system to enjoy rooted MIUI on your phone.
You have to install Magisk after the phone has booted up once or else it will result in bootloop. you have been warned at step 5
I hope you might enjoy stock rooted rom miui 9 on mi max. Enjoy and Cheers !!!!
Next guide to debloat MIUI 9.5 and remove adware without losing any functionality. Stay tuned..
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Will it replace TWRP recovery with stock????

SaifInamdar said:
Will it replace TWRP recovery with stock????
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No it won't.
Precisely that's why i mentioned flashing LazyFlasher while flashing ROM.
However, if you fail to flash lazyflasher, TWRP would be replaced with Stock Recovery

Could u plz make miui 10 v8.7.12 global beta flashable zip

77sam99 said:
Could u plz make miui 10 v8.7.12 global beta flashable zip
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Here you go
for MI Max 32 GB [Hydrogen]
http://bigota.d.miui.com/8.7.26/miui_MIMAXGlobal_8.7.26_20edb8040e_7.0.zip
for MI Max Prime 64/128 GB [Helium]
http://bigota.d.miui.com/8.7.26/miui_MIMAX652Global_8.7.26_da56458616_7.0.zip

thanks for the miui 10, will try the helium one

sir will you be so kind as to make a flashable zip for the latest 8.8?

Thank you OP!
Great and simple guide!
Hopefully we will see new versions as well.
Thanks!!

flywithme said:
Thank you OP!
Great and simple guide!
Hopefully we will see new versions as well.
Thanks!!
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Just download the rom from the settings, but don't reboot. Then reboot to recovery, and flash it along with the lazyflasher. Then reboot to system, and then reboot again to recovery and flash Magisk for root

This should work even if I'm on a custom ROM right?
Oh and will I need to bypass Mi account frp? Because last time i tried fladhing a stock rom from a custom rom, I was greeted to input mi account lock which I dont have

Please Help
Thank you for this and it has really helped. However, when the phone boots, it says this device is locked and when you click activate this device then it says that it is a associated with an MI account and password required. Kindly help

EMUI8-Oreo TWRP,ROOT NOVA 2 PLUS ---unofficial--

HeLLO Nova 2 plus users
after updating to android oreo i was unable to flash twrp from nougat
and after a long search i was able to find a Chinese Recovery thats works great like twrp
so i decided to share with u
disclaimer : i am not responsible for any damage to your device so use at your own risk
i'm not the developer of this recovery all rights are to the original developer
requirements :
1: unlocked bootloader
2: all files needed are in this zip files_needed
tutorial :
0:copy files from folder 3 to sdcard and install MagiskManager-v5.8.3.apk ( from folder 3)
1 : enable USB debugging from developer options
2: reboot to fastboot
3: flash twrp by opening twrp.bat from attached file
4:reboot to recovery (volume up and power ) from settings icon at bottom change language to english
5: press install and choose micro sdcard and flash Magisk-v16.0.zip (from folder 3)
6: reboot system
8:you may need to do a cache and dalvik wipe if you got any bootloop
9:enjoy it
Again i'm not responsible for any damage to your device ///
tested on my nova 2 plus BAC-L21 8.0.0.330(C185CUSTC185D1)
don't forget to press the thanks button

it didnt work on oreo

arminbin said:
it didnt work on oreo
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what is your problem?

flashing to recovery doesnt work, however flashing to recovery_ramdisk does. Also is there any new GSI's that are working for this device ?

themediapadguy said:
flashing to recovery doesnt work, however flashing to recovery_ramdisk does. Also is there any new GSI's that are working for this device ?
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Android 9, Android 10, Android 11 you name it android 9 and android 10 are fully working on the phone android 11 does work but sim issues are there in android 11

in the future there will be custom roms for this phone . the test builds right now are very unstable to use and are confidential for now

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