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Problem with USB driver (Windows) for unlocking bootloader

CONTEXT AND ACTIONS:
1. I have looked at similar threads before posting. There was only one thread related to a phone from the Sony Xperia family (below: did not help resolve)
2. I have an Xperia Play R800i with the bootloader unlockable (*#*#SERVICE#*#* said so) running build 4.0.2.A.0.42
3. I followed the instructions on the Sonymobile site (I can't post the URL). I got stuck at step 13. Windows refused to recognise the driver from the file nominated in step 9.
4. I removed the Android SDK and downloaded it again. I ignored step 10 in Sony's post. The same problem ensued.
5. I scoured the webs and this forum for similar problems. I found one post on this forum which pointed to a different URL with a different driver file (sorry, had to restart my computer in between and cannot find that post again).
6. I downloaded a file called "root-play.rar", unzipped it within my download folder. I tried installing this driver file again. Same problem.
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TL,DR: Problem: Windows is not recognising the driver for the S1 Fastboot USB device. I am unable to unlock my bootloader.
Request any assistance or advice on this aspect. Needless to say, this is the first time I am attempting to unlock the bootloader and I am completely green at this.
Thanks for reading; and in advance for any recommendations.

Try the tutorial from xperiagammer.com
Sent from my Xperia Play using XDA

It's called beginners guide to unlocking boot loader. Download the relevant files and follow instructions.
Sent from my Xperia Play using XDA

Try this drivers: http://www.mediafire.com/?1jqvtofgc13figr, for me it worked.
You should install it manually in device manager after connecting phone

Driver worked.
Thank you. That file has helped.
Although, I've run into a different problem now. I don't seem to have the fastboot.exe file in the Android SDK that I have downloaded. Well, that's fodder for another search in the forums.
How do I add to your "thanks meter"?

here u have fastboot (in rar archive).
and to thanks u need to use this button:
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[HELP] Can't Flash Recovery.

When I flash the recovery.
it's fail and hang.
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Which recovery are you trying to flash?
Try redownloading it (and not renaming it before you flash)

Ti2 said:
Which recovery are you trying to flash?
Try redownloading it (and not renaming it before you flash)
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THIS ONE recovery-clockwork-5.5.0.2-maguro-gsm

redownload it, reboot into fastboot mode
command: fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-5.5.0.2-maguro.img
It should work

Ti2 said:
redownload it, reboot into fastboot mode
command: fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-5.5.0.2-maguro.img
It should work
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i'm download form http://galaxynexusroot.com/galaxy-nexus-recovery/how-to-install-clockworkmod-recovery-on-rooted-galaxy-nexus/
but it still not work , and my phone hang on logo of "GOOGLE" . cannot go to Android

Did you rename recovery-clockwork-5.5.0.2-maguro-gsm.img to 1.img?
And you flash it from your android-sdk/platform-tool folder where adb&fastboot are?

Have you searched on the forum?
If you did you found this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1428414
Did you try the solution there?
(BTW: make sure you have the right drivers installed and that your device is recognised. Be aware that drivers in Android mode might not work in ADB/Fastboot mode)

Diger36 said:
Have you searched on the forum?
If you did you found this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1428414
Did you try the solution there?
(BTW: make sure you have the right drivers installed and that your device is recognised. Be aware that drivers in Android mode might not work in ADB/Fastboot mode)
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I have tried it..but also solve the problem of "too many link"

I have the same situation here.
I tried all tips at XDA topics about silimar problems and all they failed.
I don't have knowledge to say, but I think that its a hardware problem, specifically at memory, because everything I try to flash freeze the screen like the picture at first post.

nvm just saw the giant picture..
Sent From My Sprint Galaxy Nexus via XDA Premium

I had this same issue. I can't remember what I did though.. I'm pretty sure I deleted clockwork mod then I fixed permissions and then dl clockwork back from the play store and then it'll work.
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus

@op,
1- did you encrypt your phone?
2- are you running windows cli as administrator?
3- try to update your bootloader to the latest
4- what drivers are you using? Use 1wayjohnny's naked drivers (find them at dev forum)
Sent from my i9250

Need help with Acro S - Will pay $ (see inside)

So I updated my stock Acro S to Jellybean a couple weeks ago and have a few problems. Basically, everything is slow, it only uses the stock dialer to make and receive calls, sometimes apps hang when opening and wifi may be disconnecting more often.
Years ago I was unlocking my windows mobile phones and flashing ROMs so I have a rough idea of the process. But so many years have gone by and I just don't have the time to get into all of that again. Therefore I am looking for someone to do the following:
Recommend a stable, good ROM that I am not going to have to update i a months time.
Give me the links I need for all files that will be needed in the process.
Give me step by step instructions including what I need to backup.
And if I need support (I am quite technically capable and shouldn't need any) answer some questions.
In return for this I will paypal you $50.
PM me if interested.

Well use the latest ICS rom first,because it is the most stable with Sony features...you should probably found the ftf file in here...do some search...look for the ftf file of your phone with the build number in ny screenshot
And then,backup your file or any necessary thing using Sony backup and restore application...or titanium backip if you have any
Then flash the ftf file using flashtool (make sure you install driver for your phone),connect yout phone in flashmode and flash the file
And no need to pay me,I only help my fellow ion brothers aka Acro S and S and SL :3
Sent from my LT28h using xda premium

Forgot to add screenshot
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Sent from my LT28h using xda premium

Sorry wrong screenshot ==" I can't edit nor remove pic in mobile xda premium
Sent from my LT28h using xda premium

Hi,
I appreciate the help you are offering, and I don't mean to belittle it in anyway. But...I'm super busy these days and just have too much going on to look for flash tools and various files. That is why I offered the money. I know I could figure this all out if I sat down and did the research, I just don't have the time.
The thing is, I need it all laid out and simple.
I thank you again for taking the time to help me for free.
For anyone else still interested, the offer stands.

Have you tried custom ROMs. I'm currently using Trinity ROM and its very smooth less bloatware and it's optional if you want to update it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2318292
Backup your apps and data, using titanium backup(playstore).
Wipe data, Flash the zip via recovery.
Restore.
Done.

with all the terms you laid out bro, i think you need someone that's physically there holding your phone or at least someone that you can leave your phone to for say about 2 hours just so they can do all the tweaks needed for your phone to be stable

[MOD]Advance Power Menu!!

Here is the Advanced Power Menu for Xperia M C1905/C1904.
Features--
1.Normal Reboot
2.Reboot to recovery
3.Reboot to bootloader/fastboot mode
Note:This is just for deodexed roms.Just download the zip file and flash it through recovery.Make a backup first
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Download Link
Here

res

Looks nice.
But for people with locked BL or anyone else who doesn't want to flash this just use Gravity Box via Xposed Framework.

When I flash it I have bootloop, my device is C1905

akidsk said:
When I flash it I have bootloop, my device is C1905
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new zip uploaded
please download again and flash it
framework.jar was missing in old zip
my mistake
make sure to have a nandroid backup or you can simply flash system from a ftf file without wiping cache and data

Hey people i wanted to let you lot know and the dev that you can flash this on locked bootloader using Flash Gordon I did it on my Xperia M(C1905) locked bootloader and it works like charm no bootloop or anything when i flahed it on locked bl be warned you need to be fully rooted to do this if your phone half rooted I don't know what will happen and your ROM need to be deodexed
BE WARNED PHONE HAVE TO DEODEXED OR WHEN YOU FLASH THE ZIP ALL THE APPS WILL STOP WORKING AND THE PHONE WILLGO INTO BOOT LOOP( I know this is because the developer tells that and I tried it without deoxdiding my ROM and it went into bootloop and had to flash firmware again)
When you flash this using Flash Gordon it will reboot suddenly don't worry about ]

Hi! I do not speak English well
I would like to ask you what you did in the 'android.policy.jar', the 'framework.jar' and 'framework-res.apk'?
Thank you in advance!

My Power Menu with Xposed Framework and APM+ module

I do not want to use is Xposed :/

tothb001 said:
I do not want to use is Xposed :/
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Why not?
Sent from my C1905 using XDA Free mobile app

I prefer the systems is not a program and keeps alive the menu.

Question: for what version is this flash file? 4.1,2 or 4.3? , thanks

Help cant root xperia s

So after trying some more new roms out I cant get back to stock rom bootloader unlocks and locks ok however I cant root phone
I have been following many different guides and this one worked.
Download XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_KernelOnly.ftf | 6.33 MB
Download FlashTool from below link, if you don’t have it.
Download flashtool-0.9.11.0-windows.exe
STEPS for ROOTING :- ( Below steps are for root 6.2.B.1.96 firmware Xperia S )
Workin on both Locked as well as UnLocked Bootloaders.
Enable USB Debugging and unknown sources option on your phone before proceeding. Do not use other kit version except V18.
Download Flashtool, Open it. Flash the “XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.0.211_KernelOnly.ftf” file on your Xperia S. It is the kernel of an old firmware of Xperia S which was rootable.
Reboot your Xperia S after flashing. Connect to PC in USB Debugging mode.
Do not forget to close FLASHTOOL. CLOSE FLASHTOOL , before proceeding next step or you will get serious error.
Extract the downloaded “DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip” file and run the “runme_win” file.
Follow onscreen instructions to root Xperia S and once it is rooted, device will reboot. Verify that you are rooted, run SuperSU app.
Now switch off your Xperia S. OPEN FLASHTOOL.
Now you need to flash “XperiaS_LT26i_6.2.B.1.96_KernelOnly.ftf ” file in order to get back the true kernel of Android 4.1.2 6.2.B.1.96 firmware of Xperia S.
After flashing, disconnect the phone from PC, reboot it and your Xperia S is now rooted and we are done with rooting Xperia S 6.2.B.1.96 firmware.
However Now trying to repeat to fix and get rooted and other stuff back on phone doesn't reboot and add super user.
Before I got the following
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"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
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"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
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Now it just goes though the commands like it is doing something says done but does not reboot or show the popup like that.
Anyone got a working guide how to lock boot loader up proper n good think already done that and checked and says bootloader unlockable YES as as posed to unlocked