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Frequently asked questions (Beginners guide through forum) A6000

I don't want to be rude but I am starting to get a little annoyed with same questions repeating over and over on all threads so i decided to post some answers here where they could be easily accessed.
1. Q:""Can i flash this Marshmallow/Lollipop/Nougat rom over my stock KitKat?"
A:The answer in most cases is that you cant (except in ED300 CM12.1 Rom but its still preferred that you flash stock Lollipop firmware separately).For those who don't want to waste their time flashing Stock rom there is an alternative flash-able zip could be found here
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/len...itkat-lolipop-firmware-base-switcher-t3249046 - for A6000
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/firmware-base-switcher-a6000-plus-t3411914 - for A6000 Plus.
2.Q:"Where can i find TWRP recovery for my firmware?"
A:Here you go
- http://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/twrp-development-wt86518-t3498524 - Lollipop/Marshmallow/Nougat recovery developed by TingyiChen
- https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/0B2xkkOmw_M2NNXlVYnFYZnRIZHc?usp=sharing - made by SevenMaxs
TWRP 2.8.6.1 Is KitKat only compatible recovery
TWRP 2.8.7.7 Is Lollipop only compatible recovery
TWRP 3.0.2.0 Is Lollipop/Marshmallow/Nougat compatible recovery
*I couldn't find official links so i uploaded files to my google drive if any developer has a problem with this he can DM me and i will update the links *
3.Q:"Does this rom support VoLTE?"
A:So long there isnt a rom that supports VoLTE (As far as i know).There is some lib or source code problem with VoLTE (idk i am not a developer).There is a thread about this topic here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/help/lenovo-a6000-plus-volte-support-t3418004 -
4.Q:"Does this rom/kernel support OTG?"
A:No there is not.OTG support is a kernel feature that isnt available for our device.Maybe devharsh1998 is working on this maybe he isnt who knows be patient.
5.Q"Which rom is the best?"
A:Answer for this question is subjective you can always easily try couple of them.I like mshoaib7 ports i am currently on Nexus Experience ROM but i plan on switching to nougat soon.
6.Q"ED300 links aren't working?"
A:ED300 isn't developing for our device anymore and his thread links are not working but you can try some of the files that are on his androidfilehost folder
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=96089
This isn't tested by me and since the development stopped they are not recommended since bugs can't be fixed anymore.
7.Q"My phone is bricked heeeellllppppp?!?!"
A:If you are stuck on a splash screen/bootlogo
Can you enter recovery by restarting your phone and holding vol+ and vol-.If answer is yes just reflash the rom or try different one.If you cant enter recovery mode but can enter fastboot mod by holding vol - when restarting the device then follow this quide :
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/how-to-bring-phone-to-life-fastboot-t3561070
If your phone is showing only black screen or isnt booting at all you can try QFIL unbricking method
Disclaimer:
Nothing of this is my work all credits go to the developers i am just trying to make it easier for the developers and to try and answer noobier questions that are flooding the development threads.If you think some answers need further explanations or you have some more questions feel free to PM me.Enjoy roms and happy flashing
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8.Q:How to change cache and data to f2fs
A:You need to have a recovery that supports f2fs thats burgexx and tingychan 3.0.3.0 and 3.0.2.0 twrp
Be ware all your data will be wiped!
Step 1: go to wipe format data type yes and wipe all
Step 2: Comeback slide the option "Slide to do factory Reset"
Step 3: Go to Advanced Wipe Section Select all Partitions "Expect SD-Card/External Storage"
Step 4: Wipe them all
Step 5: after wipe is complete select cache "Click on change file system type" and you will find f2fs option there hit it
Step 6: Do same for data that is Select "data " click "Change File System type" hit f2fs
Step 7: Flash Latest Rom & Gapps Reboot enjoy
Thanks to @somnath pal for his short but clear tutorial
Also you need to be sure that rom that you plan on using suports f2fs (dev harsh roms and some of the mshoaib ports)
And also kernel (for now only Phantom-Reborn)
9.Q:My IMEI is lost what should i do??!
A:Follow this guide
https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/fix-signal-imei-lenovo-a6000-a6000-via-t3421021
10.Q:How to flash official firmware/rom?
A: Go to this thread,https://forum.xda-developers.com/lenovo-a6000/how-to/lenovo-a6010-plus-stock-rom-t3407963
find ROM for your device download it.Unpack zip transfer system.zip and yourregion.zip (yourregion.zip is optional and if you live in india its probably india.zip) and flash it in TWRP recovery.Go to wipe, swipe to factory reset then go to install and select system.zip ,swipe to install it then select yourregion.zip and swipe again,reboot.If you are having problems with TWRP flash stock recovery via fastboot or flashify etc..

Thanks for this thread but there are still a lot of noobs asking for volte

Hi, phone water damaged 2 days ago..
I tried and saved it. But now Camera and flash not working.
Whenever I open camera it says "stopped working".
Is there still water inside out? Camera?
What I can do?? I tried clean flashing latest RR ROM.
But it says the same thing.
Anything hardware related repair can be done from home?
How much it will cost for camera and flash repair? For a6000+
Thank you.

Can anyone pls make a latest miui rom for lenovo a6000 plus???pls,pls

When will you Create Android OREO 8.0 Based Custom ROM
For Lenovo a6000, Im very Excited about Android OREO ???

Im facing this network dropping issue in my lenovo a6000+. whenever i call someone network drops or sometimes when i try to load insta video.and its also effects second slot sim.pleasss help me im sick of this problem.any solution? Im using miui 8.2 stable custom rom .

amit.tiger12 said:
Hi, phone water damaged 2 days ago..
I tried and saved it. But now Camera and flash not working.
Whenever I open camera it says "stopped working".
Is there still water inside out? Camera?
What I can do?? I tried clean flashing latest RR ROM.
But it says the same thing.
Anything hardware related repair can be done from home?
How much it will cost for camera and flash repair? For a6000+
Thank you.
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Its probably hardware problem.Camera or flat cable died from water.

Muzzamil Zamil said:
When will you Create Android OREO 8.0 Based Custom ROM
For Lenovo a6000, Im very Excited about Android OREO ???
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I am not a developer i am just helping them.Dont spam threads with this question.Developers have life outside xda and when they manage to get it working they will share it with us

JovanSijacki said:
Its probably hardware problem.Camera or flat cable died from water.
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I tried replacing other device camera..
I tried replacing it with Lenovo vibe p1m camera.
When opened camera application it shows front camera without any problem but does not show back camera.

How can I root my phone?

pampiii21 said:
How can I root my phone?
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Install a custom recovery and flash a root solution from the recovery like magisk.

What is the safe overclocking value in lenovo a6000 1 GB variant (GPU..CPU)

Dennyave1
How do I install without the Android 9 PC and everything related to this process on the Lenovo A6000 with Android 5.0.2? Is this possibility of installation at all real (possible) ??? ... I am technical since birth technical antitalent, if possible I ask for a description of how to process to be successful answere !!! ?

WiFi does not connect

After installing RR, restore the original firmware of Xiaomi Mi A1, the problem is that no longer stable wifi connection, find networks but do not connect, try everything and there is no way to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
There is someone who has happened to him this before.

speedunderx said:
After installing lineageOS 15, restore the original firmware of Xiaomi Mi A1, the problem is that no longer stable wifi connection, find networks but do not connect, try everything and there is no way to connect to a Wi-Fi network.
There is someone who has happened to him this before.
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yeah me too
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what to do,,some body Help please,is that going to Mi Service Center Is the Last Option ?

DebGourav said:
yeah me too
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what to do,,some body Help please,is that going to Mi Service Center Is the Last Option ?
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I imagine that soon they will solve it, since the same thing is happening to many of them, what you can do for now is to install RR once again, since Wi-Fi works there.

same issue facing..
speedunderx said:
I imagine that soon they will solve it, since the same thing is happening to many of them, what you can do for now is to install RR once again, since Wi-Fi works there.
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bhuvneshkapoor01 said:
same issue facing..
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i flashed RR and went back and wifi doesnt work says its desabled, regreat my actions need a fix for this tho

Don't know what kind of bug is this, i flashed 7.1.2 and almost 3-5 firmare, still no luck. went back to RR.
Nautilus99 said:
i flashed RR and went back and wifi doesnt work says its desabled, regreat my actions need a fix for this tho
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bhuvneshkapoor01 said:
Don't know what kind of bug is this, i flashed 7.1.2 and almost 3-5 firmare, still no luck. went back to RR.
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gess we are stuck untill oficial 8.1

Nautilus99 said:
gess we are stuck untill oficial 8.1
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Someone has tried installing an older version of RR, since in the last compilations made changes in the registry of the MAC of Wifi and difinitivamente is that the problem.

Take the following test,
* Install the latest Oreo Stock Firmware
* Download Kernel Meta Phoenix
* TWRP Boot & Install Kernel Meta Phoenix
See if WIFI works
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/development/kernel-meta-phoenix-r1-t3768080

speedunderx said:
Take the following test,
* Install the latest Oreo Stock Firmware
* Download Kernel Meta Phoenix
* TWRP Boot & Install Kernel Meta Phoenix
See if WIFI works
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/development/kernel-meta-phoenix-r1-t3768080
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I just tried it and it does not work, after installing the kernel it does not recognize the mac on the device

I tried with scooti stock rom , and it works. but for orignal stock rom it didn't work. thanks mate.
speedunderx said:
Take the following test,
* Install the latest Oreo Stock Firmware
* Download Kernel Meta Phoenix
* TWRP Boot & Install Kernel Meta Phoenix
See if WIFI works
https://forum.xda-developers.com/mi-a1/development/kernel-meta-phoenix-r1-t3768080
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RR is full of bugs. i flashed it too and i have the same problem. Tried reflashing stock nogut, latest oreo both (with full wipe including internal storage). none solved the problem. please post it if u find a fix.

sachin273 said:
RR is full of bugs. i flashed it too and i have the same problem. Tried reflashing stock nogut, latest oreo both (with full wipe including internal storage). none solved the problem. please post it if u find a fix.
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We are in the same, I probe everything and there is no way to start the Wi-Fi with stock, hopefully some solution comes out soon, for now I stay in RR since there works the wifi.

I fixed flashing persist.img again on fastboot.

gsnmartinh said:
I fixed flashing persist.img again on fastboot.
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Please share the procedure, how to flash persist.img

Well, just find persist.img in the stock file like C:\Users\memo\Desktop\tissot_images_V9.5.9.0.ODHMIFA_8.0\images
then turn off your phone and enter into fastboot mode (down volume + power)
connect the phone to pc
the search for cmd
write : fastboot devices and if it shows number it means that is connect
then write: fastboot oem unlock (to unlock bootloader)
fastboot flash persist and grab the file and push it to the cmd
it should be end like this: C:\Users\memo>fastboot flash persist C:\Users\memo\Desktop\tissot_images_V9.5.9.0.ODHMIFA_8.0\images\persist.img
sorry if i haven't explain myself, i'm not a native english speaker.
GOOD LUCK

gsnmartinh said:
Well, just find persist.img in the stock file like C:\Users\memo\Desktop\tissot_images_V9.5.9.0.ODHMIFA_8.0\images
then turn off your phone and enter into fastboot mode (down volume + power)
connect the phone to pc
the search for cmd
write : fastboot devices and if it shows number it means that is connect
then write: fastboot oem unlock (to unlock bootloader)
fastboot flash persist and grab the file and push it to the cmd
it should be end like this: C:\Users\memo>fastboot flash persist C:\Users\memo\Desktop\tissot_images_V9.5.9.0.ODHMIFA_8.0\images\persist.img
sorry if i haven't explain myself, i'm not a native english speaker.
GOOD LUCK
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I tried with MetaPhoenix Kernel, and its working fine for me, one thing of this is best in the market, almost everytime 1.6Gb ram free, and stability and features are great. Thanks mate for the guide.

I do not speak English, but thanks to this page I was able to solve the problem. It's a persist.img that worked for me: D
xiaomifirmware com/guides-and-tips/restore-persist-partition-xiaomi-mi-a1

gsnmartinh said:
fastboot flash persist and grab the file and push it to the cmd
it should be end like this: C:\Users\memo>fastboot flash persist C:\Users\memo\Desktop\tissot_images_V9.5.9.0.ODHMIFA_8.0\images\persist.img
sorry if i haven't explain myself, i'm not a native english speaker.
GOOD LUCK
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i am on stock nougat now so i tried flashing nougat persist image through cmd. but it says failed-this image doesnt allow download

does that method from the site work??
https://xiaomifirmware.com/guides-and-tips/restore-persist-partition-xiaomi-mi-a1/
i need to know if i flash latest stock rom with the persist the sit is giving will it work? i miss the stock...

Le pro 3 x720 brick?

Hi, since yesterday I have a big problem with my le pro 3, while charging the phone suddenly turned off. The system did not want to turn on, so I went into recovery (TWRP) and tried to format and upload a new rom, unfortunately during the flashing, a blue screen appeared. When changing the kernel, the flashing of the rom was done, but with the installation of the gapps it hung. I tried to install another rom, but it also spilled, with this addition, that I can not enter recovery, because artifacts appear or reboots.. Only fastboot works. With it, I tried to flash the kernel, recovery, but it did not do anything. I also used (TOOL ALL in ONE) and uploaded the stock rom, but the phone still does not work. Do you know what else could help, or is buying a new phone? Thanks for help

If you can use fast boot, your phone is not hard bricked. A brick is when you can not do anything , you will have a black screen and a red blinking light if a usb cable is connected.
Try pushing Twrp ( newest version) to the phone. If that is successful boot to recovery, fully wipe your phone, reboot to recovery and install you Rom> Gapps, and Magisk. I would suggest initially flashing Lineage 15.1. Once your phone is restored, flash whatever you would like.
If it doesn't work try another cable, or another port, or another computer. Computer needs to be up to date and you may need to temporarily disable antivirus, if the All in One tool isn't working its likely that your computer is blocking the install. especially if you are using Windows 10. All the program to be open within your firewall settings. Make sure its up to date and use AIO to update android drivers and adb.

I'm not giving anything, I still can't get into recovery

miichus said:
I'm not giving anything, I still can't get into recovery
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Click reply to the person you are talking to otherwise, they will not receive a notification of your response.
Next, if you expect some help, be courteous, to people spending their own limited free time to help with your self created issue by clicking the thank you button.
Finally read this link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76947769&postcount=4

tsongming said:
Click reply to the person you are talking to otherwise, they will not receive a notification of your response.
Next, if you expect some help, be courteous, to people spending their own limited free time to help with your self created issue by clicking the thank you button.
Finally read this link: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76947769&postcount=4
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The operation in flashone goes well, but it still does not help. System and recovery does not boot, only fastboot

miichus said:
The operation in flashone goes well, but it still does not help. System and recovery does not boot, only fastboot
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What does the log say?
if you are getting no errors at at and can only boot to fastboot try the All in One tool or use the QPST method to unbrick. Also, some posted versions of Qfil are corrupted. Did you use the version that I provided a link for?

tsongming said:
What does the log say?
if you are getting no errors at at and can only boot to fastboot try the All in One tool or use the QPST method to unbrick. Also, some posted versions of Qfil are corrupted. Did you use the version that I provided a link for?
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For the second time I tried to use flashOne and the phone started up. When entering the pin code, the phone was stuck again. When I wanted to reboot, I could only enter fastboot again.

miichus said:
For the second time I tried to use flashOne and the phone started up. When entering the pin code, the phone was stuck again. When I wanted to reboot, I could only enter fastboot again.
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For the second time I tried to use flashOne
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Okay sure, I provided you with a link to the correct files to use. I.E Flash 2.0 and le_zl1_qfil_ufs_fix.zip
Twice you have mentioned that you are using flash One, when you should be using flash 2.0
What Pin code?
Your pin error sounds like you are either using the old Qfil ( its corrupted, and never worked for anyone. ) Or the technician repair rom did not complete. There will be a log file on the PC from Flash 2, not the phone, is port 9008 open in device manager?
There should be no pin code, if qfil was installed, all of your data would be wiped, did you encrypt the phone with 3rd party software?
Are also using the wrong version of Qfil?
Review these additional steps
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76100899&postcount=121

tsongming said:
Okay sure, I provided you with a link to the correct files to use. I.E Flash 2.0 and le_zl1_qfil_ufs_fix.zip
Twice you have mentioned that you are using flash One, when you should be using flash 2.0
What Pin code?
Your pin error sounds like you are either using the old Qfil ( its corrupted, and never worked for anyone. ) Or the technician repair rom did not complete. There will be a log file on the PC from Flash 2, not the phone, is port 9008 open in device manager?
There should be no pin code, if qfil was installed, all of your data would be wiped, did you encrypt the phone with 3rd party software?
Are also using the wrong version of Qfil?
Review these additional steps
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76100899&postcount=121
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I am using flashone 2.0 and flashing from your link, the file "le_zl1_qfil_ufs_fix.zip". Port 9008 is open. After three flash in 2.0 flash, I could enter recovery, but when flashing custom rom, a blue screen appeared.

Not enough information, did you follow all of the steps? You can't just flash a Rom after unbricking.
To be clear
You restored the phone, booted into the system, turned on developer options, checked oem unlocking, booted into recovery, and did a factory reset to repair the storage as outlined in my instructions link?
Then booted into the system again, turned on developer options, checked oem unlocking, checked that storage is accurate?
From this point you start over, if your storage issue isn't fixed you will get a blue screen.
After you have perform those steps you should be able to use the all in one tool to check that the bootloader is unlocked, install the latest TWRP, compatible Rom, Gapps and latest magisk.
If you still have issues after all of that. No doubt, its hardware related. It could be one part or several parts. Time to buy a new phone.
Sent from my Pixel XL using XDA Labs

tsongming said:
Not enough information, did you follow all of the steps? You can't just flash a Rom after unbricking.
To be clear
You restored the phone, booted into the system, turned on developer options, checked oem unlocking, booted into recovery, and did a factory reset to repair the storage as outlined in my instructions link?
Then booted into the system again, turned on developer options, checked oem unlocking, checked that storage is accurate?
From this point you start over, if your storage issue isn't fixed you will get a blue screen.
After you have perform those steps you should be able to use the all in one tool to check that the bootloader is unlocked, install the latest TWRP, compatible Rom, Gapps and latest magisk.
If you still have issues after all of that. No doubt, its hardware related. It could be one part or several parts. Time to buy a new phone.
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Once we managed to load the system, which hung up after 3 seconds and the whole situation started again. Failed to reload the system or enter recovery. I did all the steps in turn. After the system startup I did not even manage to enter the settings, because it has already hung up and restarted.

miichus said:
Once we managed to load the system, which hung up after 3 seconds and the whole situation started again. Failed to reload the system or enter recovery. I did all the steps in turn. After the system startup I did not even manage to enter the settings, because it has already hung up and restarted.
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That sucks!
Its either that the partitions are inaccurate or you have hardware problems.
If its partitions, its not something that I have experience with. However, I did find this link; which has instructions for resolving partition issues using the MiniTool Partition Wizard and HDD Raw Copy Tool. https://www.leakite.com/2016/06/revised-how-to-unbrick-qualcomm-android.html

tsongming said:
That sucks!
Its either that the partitions are inaccurate or you have hardware problems.
If its partitions, its not something that I have experience with. However, I did find this link; which has instructions for resolving partition issues using the MiniTool Partition Wizard and HDD Raw Copy Tool. https://www.leakite.com/2016/06/revised-how-to-unbrick-qualcomm-android.html
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Hi tsongming Where do I get this files ???
* prog_emmc_firehose_8936.mbn (I think for our x720 has to be prog_emmc_firehose_8916.mbn)
* rawprogram0.xml
* patch0.xml
I have seen this procedure on different sites but none of them provide this files
I hope you can help me
Thanks in advance

mavelino said:
Hi tsongming Where do I get this files ???
* prog_emmc_firehose_8936.mbn (I think for our x720 has to be prog_emmc_firehose_8916.mbn)
* rawprogram0.xml
* patch0.xml
I have seen this procedure on different sites but none of them provide this files
I hope you can help me
Thanks in advance
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They should download automatically, if you follow the instructions on those previous Links . The instructions should show which folders the files are located in.
Luckily, I saved these files the last time I de-bricked someones phone.
Here is the link to my Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mjvi_FR4Xh9QfSg6imMLduQ6p3zP2e_u
See the Thanks button: Click it, send cash or both.

tsongming said:
They should download automatically, if you follow the instructions on those previous Links . The instructions should show which folders the files are located in.
Luckily, I saved these files the last time I de-bricked someones phone.
Here is the link to my Google Drive: https://drive.google.com/open?id=1mjvi_FR4Xh9QfSg6imMLduQ6p3zP2e_u
See the Thanks button: Click it, send cash or both.
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Noup they do not download automatically (I followed the instructions), I tried flashone tool procedure in a windows 7 computer and did not work (I already tried this a lot of times on to differente laptops with windows 10), I have not tried the qfil procedure because I do not have the files I mentioned before. Please if you have them upload them (* prog_emmc_firehose_8996.mbn* rawprogram0.xml* patch0.xml)
Thanks in advance

mavelino said:
Noup they do not download automatically (I followed the instructions), I tried flashone tool procedure in a windows 7 computer and did not work (I already tried this a lot of times on to differente laptops with windows 10), I have not tried the qfil procedure because I do not have the files I mentioned before. Please if you have them upload them (* prog_emmc_firehose_8996.mbn* rawprogram0.xml* patch0.xml)
Thanks in advance
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All I have is in the link you just responded to.
if that doesn't work try unpacking the Qfil and and see if you can just extract them.
I will look further when I get back home.

i also have an bricked LEX 3 Pro . i bought it as an X722 but of cause iam not shure . could also be an X720. i can not find the difference.
so Phone has only fastboot.
when i plug in usb cable it just reboot every 10 sec . no charging sreen appears
i flash Qfil, but not helped it stay the same

Can't install MIUI by fastboot

Hello, I was trying to install MIUI 10 for some reasons, well I tried to install using miflash but when i was almost getting it, there was an error and now the phone is in infinite loop when starting, showing the redmi logo and the black screen, I can access the fastboot but using it in miflash I can't anymore recognize in the software, I use windows 10 and when i click refresh on the miflash, it is as if the device had been disconnected from the computer.
I also tried to use the linux tool, using linux mint 19 but in all the ROMs I tried, the error "missmatching image and device" appeared every time :crying:

How long is th folder name? Right rom?

Do you have unlocked or locked bootloader ?? Get your stock rom ,fastboot rom, chose the right rom, unzip , open the unzipped file of the ROM ,copy all the files in there and past them in the file of Xiaomi drivers , than put your phone in fastboot mode and connect it with USB cable, double click on the " flash_all ", done. If the process will not run immediately, wipe all data and try again !!!

Z750z said:
Do you have unlocked or locked bootloader ?? Get your stock rom ,fastboot rom, chose the right rom, unzip , open the unzipped file of the ROM ,copy all the files in there and past them in the file of Xiaomi drivers , than put your phone in fastboot mode and connect it with USB cable, double click on the " flash_all ", done. If the process will not run immediately, wipe all data and try again !!!
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Locked, I can't access the bootloader, I tried to unlock it but an error occurs in the verification

joke19 said:
How long is th folder name? Right rom?
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The name of the rom you say? Something like "lavender_global_images_V10.3.10.0.PFGMIXM_20190816.0000.00_9.0_global_8cf943bb70"

It's locked bootloader again? So you need to bring it to a service or have to open the back panel and try flash in EDL mode.

Dirky07 said:
The name of the rom you say? Something like "lavender_global_images_V10.3.10.0.PFGMIXM_20190816.0000.00_9.0_global_8cf943bb70"
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Path to folder like e:/rom/ llavenderrom....
Then make it shorter like e:/rom(all files inside.)
Sorry german user

Hello, sorry for the delay, I managed to install MIUI, I found that the version of my phone is Chinese, after trying so much I finally did, however when accessing the system, my wifi or sim reader do not work, so I can't even log in with my mi account. I do not know why
I still don't have the bootloader

Make a factory reset, but are you sure that the bootloader is locked ?? Because SIM cards usually have this problem if you have another rom from different region.

Z750z said:
Make a factory reset, but are you sure that the bootloader is locked ?? Because SIM cards usually have this problem if you have another rom from different region.
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I already tried doing factory reset, but the problem persists. Yes, my bootloader is locked, I'm flashing through edl, and only china rom works, the global one appears that "this miui version can't be installed on this device" and goes into bootloop

Dirky07 said:
I already tried doing factory reset, but the problem persists. Yes, my bootloader is locked, I'm flashing through edl, and only china rom works, the global one appears that "this miui version can't be installed on this device" and goes into bootloop
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Your phone is only for chinese market. So if you want to use global rom, you must install china rom first, then unlock bootloader again (wait few days) and then install global rom (with unlock bootloader).

gazavn said:
Your phone is only for chinese market. So if you want to use global rom, you must install china rom first, then unlock bootloader again (wait few days) and then install global rom (with unlock bootloader).
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I understand, that's what I did, however when I enter miui, I can't use the wifi or the SIM card, without that I can't log into my mi account
This in china rom

Dirky07 said:
when I enter miui, I can't use the wifi or the SIM card
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Oh, why? What the matter with china rom?

gazavn said:
Oh, why? What the matter with china rom?
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I don't know, the Chinese rom was the only one I was able to install without this recovery error, but when it starts I can't use the wifi and SIM

I think it have a hardware issue.

gazavn said:
I think it have a hardware issue.
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I have the same problem, it would be too much hardware coincidence. To fix the problem you need .qcn and qspt but I'm having problems with that.

Switch from Lineage to ArrowOS

LineageOS stopped support for the Redmi 3s. Can I now easialy upgrade to ArrowOS? So just install ArrowOS. I googled a lot but can't find a solution for this. I'm inexperienced in this. But I know with my router I had to go back to stock firmware first before I could use another alternative firmware. And was wondering if this is the same with the phone or I can just install ArrowOS conform there manual.
My Redmi 3S serves me still well. I only call and use some apps. So I don't want to buy a new phone yet. Why waist something that works perfectly well?

Hi,
You don't need to switch back to stock firmware just make sure you have a custom recovery like Twrp,Redwolf,Orangefox,etc. If you don't even have than just install a custom recovery and you are good to go just put the ROM file and Gapps file (optional) in your phone's internal storage and follow the following steps.
1.Boot into recovery mode.
2.Wipe Dalvik,cache,system and data.
3.if it shows error then just Format Data once in the recovery mode only.
4.Go to Install section click on ROM zip file and swipe to flash.
5.After installation go back to install section and click on Gapps zip file and swipe to flash.(optional)
6.Now Tap Reboot System.
7.Congeatulations,you have successfully installed the custom ROM on your device.
If you have any queries ask and I will try my best to solve them.
Thanks.

Meuser10101 said:
Hi,
You don't need to switch back to stock firmware just make sure you have a custom recovery like Twrp,Redwolf,Orangefox,etc. If you don't even have than just install a custom recovery and you are good to go just put the ROM file and Gapps file (optional) in your phone's internal storage and follow the following steps.
1.Boot into recovery mode.
2.Wipe Dalvik,cache,system and data.
3.if it shows error then just Format Data once in the recovery mode only.
4.Go to Install section click on ROM zip file and swipe to flash.
5.After installation go back to install section and click on Gapps zip file and swipe to flash.(optional)
6.Now Tap Reboot System.
7.Congeatulations,you have successfully installed the custom ROM on your device.
If you have any queries ask and I will try my best to solve them.
Thanks.
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Thanks, that's correct. and I already did that. I took the risk. ArrowOS has a zip with gapp included so just install one file. I was fairly easy.
I must say I'm very happy with it. So anyone searching for a alternative for the Redmi 3S could use it. It's very good as far as I can see and it runs well and smooth. Happy that I can extend the life of my phone for a couple of months, maybe even more.

Your welcome
Can you let me know how is it? Are there any bugs? How is the performance and battery life is it all good. And should i try it out or not. pls also mention the pros and cons acoording to u with download link.

Meuser10101 said:
Your welcome
Can you let me know how is it? Are there any bugs? How is the performance and battery life is it all good. And should i try it out or not. pls also mention the pros and cons acoording to u with download link.
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Hi,
You have the vanilla build and the gapps build. I used gapps build (with apps).
ArrowOS - Downloads
It's as fast as the lineageOS I had and looks more appealing. Android 11.
The battery life is awesome. I have more than 3 days battery life. I use the phone mainly for calling, duh, and some social media, banking etc. So I'm not hooked on my phone and watch for hours. My Redmi 3s is 5 years old.
The install was easy and the updates also. Runs very smoothly. Only issue I have sometimes is that the camera has a hikup if I need it for an app that scans QR/barcodes codes or something. Than it hangs, I have to push the back button and then try it again and than it works. Normal camera for photo's/video works fine.
For the rest I have no issues and it runs smooth and reliable. Using it for a couple of weeks now.
So the pro's are that it works very good, good battery life and it's still maintained. I have an update every week or so. LineageOS is out of life for the Redmi 3s (that's why I switched).
I really don't have cons only the small camera issue I mentioned sometimes.
Hope it is of some help for you.

Thanks
i wanna ask one question have you ever faced charging problem in your redmi 3s like when you plug in your charging cable in your phone it automatically disconnects after 1 or 2 seconds and when you connect it again same happens. if yes then how did you fixed it. pls let me know i have this issue in my redmi 3s .

Meuser10101 said:
Thanks
i wanna ask one question have you ever faced charging problem in your redmi 3s like when you plug in your charging cable in your phone it automatically disconnects after 1 or 2 seconds and when you connect it again same happens. if yes then how did you fixed it. pls let me know i have this issue in my redmi 3s .
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I only have that with some cables. Use another cable. My standard cable I use always charge with no issue at all

Okay thanks which cable do you use pls let me know. Do you use the original cable which comes with it in the box only

Meuser10101 said:
Okay thanks which cable do you use pls let me know. Do you use the original cable which comes with it in the box only
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I use a cable and charger from Aliexpress. But I know some cables can have issues. Also with installing ArrowOS I had to find the right cable because it did not connect well with my pc. Luckely I have dozens of usb-cables around