Hello everybody,
I managed to install the clockworkmod recovery for the Xperia play.
But I don't know how to reboot into recovery mode.
I searched a lot but I can't find the key combination for rebooting into fastboot/bootloader
or recovery mode.
Please help.
Turn device off. When off, press the power button, and start tapping the back button untill device boots into recovery.
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Thanks. But unfortinatly thats does not work.
The device just booted up normally.
May be there is another method or I am doing somthing wrong?
ZeCoder said:
Thanks. But unfortinatly thats does not work.
The device just booted up normally.
May be there is another method or I am doing somthing wrong?
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I see you posted in the CWM thread, did you boot the recoveryPLAY.img? if so you dont have CWM installed, thats a temp image, your ment to boot from fastboot every time you want to use recovery. You need to flash a kernel with recovery embedded, if your using a r800i with the latest firmware, try doomlords kernel.
AndroHero said:
I see you posted in the CWM thread, did you boot the recoveryPLAY.img? if so you dont have CWM installed, thats a temp image, your ment to boot from fastboot every time you want to use recovery. You need to flash a kernel with recovery embedded, if your using a r800i with the latest firmware, try doomlords kernel.
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Thank you very much.
I thought that it is permanent.
Thanks again.
ZeCoder said:
Thank you very much.
I thought that it is permanent.
Thanks again.
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What is it, unlike other android device, on the play recovery is held on /boot partition. This is the same partition as the kernel. So if you was to just flash a recovery, this would overwrite /boot partiton, and because there would be no kernel, the device wouldnt boot. So kernel and recovery have to be combined into one boot.img.
That recoveryPLAY.img, NEVER FLASH IT, alway boot it. If you flash it, it will corrupt your /boot partition.
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I see you posted in the CWM thread, did you boot the recoveryPLAY.img? if so you dont have CWM installed, thats a temp image, your ment to boot from fastboot every time you want to use recovery. You need to flash a kernel with recovery embedded, if your using a r800i with the latest firmware, try doomlords kernel.
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Hey erm....I have the same problem as him but i don't understand what you are saying. Can you please please please explain to me what to do???
maksiitis said:
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doomlord/keiren = tap back button
cm7/cm9/ICX/MIUI = tap the vol down button
I'm so glad I found this post. It was really useful. Also felt good using the search and actually finding what I need.
I can't flash Clockworkmod recovery with ROM manager
I can't flash Clockworkmod recovery with ROM manager.
It says me that I have to install a Clockworkmod based recovery manually.
How can I do it?
As they said u should boot custom kernel (like eg. Doomkernel) to have recovery. I think there is no cwm for play working with stock kernel, or maybe is but it cant be booted.
Sent using r800i with DoomKernel v11 (1.21ghz)
What's a kernel and what i have to do?
Hi, I've just rooted my Play and installed CWM using this app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5wdnkuQ1dNaW5zdGFsZXIiXQ..
I've installed CWM with no issues (or so the app says) but I can't boot into Recovery. There's an option in the app to reboot into recovery; but all that does it reboot the device normally (except that there's no boot animation). Also tried tapping back continuously during boot and volume down but still nothing.
Is this going to be a kernel issue? If so how should I go about getting the appropriate kernel on my phone?
As the says in description: reboot phone and when it shows sony ericsson logo u should wait for blue led and than start pressing any key an it should boot to recovery
Sent using r800i with DoomKernel v11 (1.21ghz)
Trism said:
Hi, I've just rooted my Play and installed CWM using this app:
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...251bGwsMSwyLDEsImNvbS5wdnkuQ1dNaW5zdGFsZXIiXQ..
I've installed CWM with no issues (or so the app says) but I can't boot into Recovery. There's an option in the app to reboot into recovery; but all that does it reboot the device normally (except that there's no boot animation). Also tried tapping back continuously during boot and volume down but still nothing.
Is this going to be a kernel issue? If so how should I go about getting the appropriate kernel on my phone?
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Use the app to install cwm again. It doesn't always take the first time.
Sent from my R800x using XDA
nachovilagraca said:
What's a kernel and what i have to do?
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Kernel is a part of phone system which is connecting rom with hardware (i think) there is some custom kernels which is usually (always?) prerooted and has builtin recovery. With custom one u can eg. Overclock and/or undervolt ur cpu
U need to find one here on xda and than boot it using fastboot - in kernel's thread should be said how to do it.
Sent using r800i with DoomKernel v11 (1.21ghz)
ch3mn3y said:
Kernel is a part of phone system which is connecting rom with hardware (i think) there is some custom kernels which is usually (always?) prerooted and has builtin recovery. With custom one u can eg. Overclock and/or undervolt ur cpu
U need to find one here on xda and than boot it using fastboot - in kernel's thread should be said how to do it.
Sent using r800i with DoomKernel v11 (1.21ghz)
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Great info.
nachovilagraca said:
I can't flash Clockworkmod recovery with ROM manager.
It says me that I have to install a Clockworkmod based recovery manually.
How can I do it?
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you need to install custom kernel such as doomlord,lupus,mjolnir,fxperia
nachovilagraca said:
I can't flash Clockworkmod recovery with ROM manager.
It says me that I have to install a Clockworkmod based recovery manually.
How can I do it?
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you need to flash custom kernel which provide cwm..
flash one of them in fastboot mode.
you can choose doomlord, keiran, cm7, cm9, icx, miui, mjolnir and else
There is an app on the Google Play store called Xperia CWM Auto Installer. It automatically installs CWM.
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I am using arc with rooted. 431 firmware. but I am unable to go into recovery manualy. phone stucked on Sony logo. I installed via recovery auto installer. same issue I was facing when I was on. 62 version. any soloution?
Try reflashing the entire firmware using flash tool and install recovery using SE Tweak Installer found in development section.. Plz search for it
Sent from my LT15i using XDA
I tried every thing. reinstall firmware, repair my phone, unlockbootloader n root again. install recovery by tweak installer but still same isuue. where is the problem??
even i installed recovery via flshtool. but unable to go into recovery
First enable usb debugging enable install of non market applications in arc settings! Thats very important! Then connect the mobil to pc and open the installer.. Make sure drivers are installed.. If not, install from drivers folder of flashtool.. Then select 'cwm for arc' option from installer and wait for it to complete! Then reboot
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Try an other Usb Slot. When I connect the phone at the front Usb slot, my phone will not be detected.
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I do the same. recovery installed properly, but still I am unable to boot into recovery. it stucks on Sony logo. but for.rooting I hotboot in custom kernel then I can easily go into recovery. I think it happens when I installed 4.03 for arc s in my arc. after that I was unable to boot into recovery even in gingerbread with stock kernel. :-(
Well it shud do the trick!
Try changing kernel and see!
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I flash @doomlord kernel. but still the same issue. i go back to .62 firmware installed new kernet. but whenever i try to go into recovery, my phone stuck at sonyericsson logo or at doomlord logo. Any body please help me @doomloed @zidzihu @anybody....
rizwanzz said:
I flash @doomlord kernel. but still the same issue. i go back to .62 firmware installed new kernet. but whenever i try to go into recovery, my phone stuck at sonyericsson logo or at doomlord logo. Any body please help me @doomloed @zidzihu @anybody....
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as i know the recovery is flashable with the kernel, so you can also try to connect the phone in fastboot, than "fastboot flash boot boot.img" when it done, "fastboot reboot" than pushing the volume button. maybe you know this, but noone knows GL
you try to flash via fastboot the .431 kernel with CWM. u can get it on the development section.
rizwanzz said:
I flash @doomlord kernel. but still the same issue. i go back to .62 firmware installed new kernet. but whenever i try to go into recovery, my phone stuck at sonyericsson logo or at doomlord logo. Any body please help me @doomloed @zidzihu @anybody....
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Read this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1345741), specially the last pages, and see if it can help you.
I had the same issue as you (stucked in the kernel logo) although I'm on a locked bootloader.
I solved the question by editing a little...
Hope it helps.
dyepnoodle said:
you try to flash via fastboot the .431 kernel with CWM. u can get it on the development section.
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i did the same but still no success. is there any way to format all partations like, boot partation, kernal partation and recovery partation and start from scratch.
Flash the .431 fw again to your phone.
I have rooted an R800x, Xperia Play. Using flash tool. I had to downgrade from 2.3.4 to 2.3.3 and I want to flash a new rom. I can't flash a rom because I can't install CWM. I used X-Parts to install CWM but when I reboot the phone to recovery using X-Parts, it doesn't boot to CWM. I have tried to manually reboot to CWM using the [back] button, pushing it repeatedly but I still couldn't boot it to recovery. Can you please help me.
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I have rooted an R800x, Xperia Play. Using flash tool. I had to downgrade from 2.3.4 to 2.3.3 and I want to flash a new rom. I can't flash a rom because I can't install CWM. I used X-Parts to install CWM but when I reboot the phone to recovery using X-Parts, it doesn't boot to CWM. I have tried to manually reboot to CWM using the [back] button, pushing it repeatedly but I still couldn't boot it to recovery. Can you please help me.
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What it x-parts? I've never heard of it, and honestly it didnt seem to install anything on your phone.. Use this tool here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1774131
I bet it was some app from the play store right?
I too am having the same problems with my r800i, but I ftf the 2.3.3. file just to get the thing out of boot loop. I am now downloading the 4.0.4. ftf file and hopefully get that installed.
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What it x-parts? I've never heard of it, and honestly it didnt seem to install anything on your phone.. Use this tool here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1774131
I bet it was some app from the play store right?
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hmm...still nothing
I tried adb reboot recovery, and it just reboots normally
I tried to reboot into recovery using Rom manager and the same thing happens.
Thanks for having a look.
jamdog30 said:
I too am having the same problems with my r800i, but I ftf the 2.3.3. file just to get the thing out of boot loop. I am now downloading the 4.0.4. ftf file and hopefully get that installed.
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I am using the stock R800x_3.0.1.E.0.88_Verizon.ftf file I don't know if flashing a new one will fix my situation.
sensimila said:
I am using the stock R800x_3.0.1.E.0.88_Verizon.ftf file I don't know if flashing a new one will fix my situation.
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You need a custom kernel to flash a custom rom, use fastboot.
Check this out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1808289
Be sure to read everything,
sensimila said:
I have rooted an R800x, Xperia Play. Using flash tool. I had to downgrade from 2.3.4 to 2.3.3 and I want to flash a new rom. I can't flash a rom because I can't install CWM. I used X-Parts to install CWM but when I reboot the phone to recovery using X-Parts, it doesn't boot to CWM. I have tried to manually reboot to CWM using the [back] button, pushing it repeatedly but I still couldn't boot it to recovery. Can you please help me.
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CWM recovery entries pressing volume down when the led turns blue.... Did you try this???:good:
Xperia Player said:
You need a custom kernel to flash a custom rom, use fastboot.
Check this out http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1808289
Be sure to read everything,
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That solved the problem. I didn't flash a new kernel. I have CWM running and already flashing a new ROM, thanks for reminding me about installing the kernel.
sensimila said:
That solved the problem. I didn't flash a new kernel. I have CWM running and already flashing a new ROM, thanks for reminding me about installing the kernel.
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Yup, that link was a friggin life saver for me.... thank god!
Hi,
I would like to ask how can I fix this problem. Whenever I fastboot any kernel (tried on ArcKnight and Trinity), sometimes it wont install. After trying 2-3 times, it will install normally. But, whenever I restart my phone, the kernel returns back to stock ICS kernel. I don't know what to do.
The things I've done before flashing the kernel:
~flash stock ICS rom
~then fastboot recoveryarc.img
~wipe everything
~install jelly sandwich rom
~fastboot custom kernel
Thanks in advance.
When you do fastboot, check what you are typing...
fastboot flash boot boot.img
-- or --
fastboot boot boot.img
The 1st one should make the new kernel stick around. The 2nd one is to test the kernel, so the new kernel is forgotten after 1st boot.
Good luck
sent from my supercharged LT15i using xda app
oh i see.. haha.. i was confused between flash and boot
and to follow up, can i install CMW using recoveryarc.img using that method?
Deicidium said:
oh i see.. haha.. i was confused between flash and boot
and to follow up, can i install CMW using recoveryarc.img using that method?
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No, you should not flash recoveryarc.img to install CWM.
If you do, then you will only be able to enter recovery, and not be able to use your phone as a normal phone
(until you flash a custom kernel to replace recoveryarc.img)
This is the way you get CWM on your phone permanently...
When you fastboot the custom kernel (last step in your initial post), then you should flash it to make it permanent.
Most custom kernels have CWM recovery built-in, and here's the trick to enter recovery -
After you turn on the phone, wait for the hardware keys to light up.
Just in case you miss this, the coloured led will light up purple at the same time :cyclops:
When this happens, press (and release) the "volume down" button once or twice.
Then you should see CWM recovery in a few seconds.
Enjoy your new freedom
oh thanks a lot.. will try this when i get home..
ha ha, i lost many times for stupid flashing method: fastboot boot boot.img
TKS so so much!
i decided to unlock my bootloader on my already rooted phone to try out some new JB roms. I installed Sspeed kernel and RecoverX which was fine then I followed the instruction to install the latest PACman rom by wiping all the caches and the system in recovery before flashing the rom. Problem is I accidentally left out the flashing and went straight to reboot phone. NOW THE PHONE WILL NOT GO PAST BOOTLOADER ANIMATION.
I tried using flashtool to flash stock rom. The phone is connected in fastboot mode but will not flash! PLEASE HELP!
Many thanks in advance!:fingers-crossed:
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i decided to unlock my bootloader on my already rooted phone to try out some new JB roms. I installed Sspeed kernel and RecoverX which was fine then I followed the instruction to install the latest PACman rom by wiping all the caches and the system in recovery before flashing the rom. Problem is I accidentally left out the flashing and went straight to reboot phone. NOW THE PHONE WILL NOT GO PAST BOOTLOADER ANIMATION.
I tried using flashtool to flash stock rom. The phone is connected in fastboot mode but will not flash! PLEASE HELP!
Many thanks in advance!:fingers-crossed:
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To flash stock rom you need to be in a flashmode, not fastboot.
Ive done that few times just install any kernel via fastboot, then you will be able to go to recovery its just that recovery is kept in system partition, so you wiped all the system and recovery flash any kernel that has recovery build in, and you will be good to go
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app
gallardo5 said:
Ive done that few times just install any kernel via fastboot, then you will be able to go to recovery its just that recovery is kept in system partition, so you wiped all the system and recovery flash any kernel that has recovery build in, and you will be good to go
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using xda app-developers app
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problem is i've flashed stock kernel.sin and system.sin via fastboot using flashtool....still the same.:crying:
R4x0 said:
problem is i've flashed stock kernel.sin and system.sin via fastboot using flashtool....still the same.:crying:
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Download stock rom and flash everything not just kernel or system.
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Download stock rom and flash everything not just kernel or system.
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I'm such a noob lol. I mistaken the vol down for up thats why it didnt flash in the first place.
Thanks all! I knew I can find help here:laugh:
I can't seem to find a answer for this problem. I have an xperia zl C6506 which I have unlocked bootloader and also have rooted. My problem is that I try to install cwm recovery which I can but after I do that I can get into recovery but cannot bot into stock. I then have to go in and use flashtool to kernel so I can boot again but then can't get into cwm recovery again. Need help read everything I can and tried more then once to install cwm recovery but always have same issue. Hopefully someone can help me with this because can't install custom rom. Did I miss something please help.
Sounds like the recovery you're installing isn't compatible with ROM? what ROM are you using and what kernel/recovery specifically? Are you using doomkernel? Because doomkernel comes with both TWRP and CWM and I know it works with stock. If you're not using stock, then Meow kernel?
TheTofu said:
Sounds like the recovery you're installing isn't compatible with ROM? what ROM are you using and what kernel/recovery specifically? Are you using doomkernel? Because doomkernel comes with both TWRP and CWM and I know it works with stock. If you're not using stock, then Meow kernel?
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I'm using stock firmware 10.3.1.A.2.67 which I have bootloader unlock and rooted, but the DoomlLord kernel shows earlier frimwoare FW-253-v4 not mine. Do you know which DoomLord kernel will work with my firmware?
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I'm using stock firmware 10.3.1.A.2.67 which I have bootloader unlock and rooted, but the DoomlLord kernel shows earlier frimwoare FW-253-v4 not mine. Do you know which DoomLord kernel will work with my firmware?
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That seems like quite an old doomkernel...
Make sure you're using v17r1 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405925
Ok I did the v17r1 and now when it boots up it shows doomlord kernael and then continues to boot up to operating system. How do I get into recovery?
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Ok I did the v17r1 and now when it boots up it shows doomlord kernael and then continues to boot up to operating system. How do I get into recovery?
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press volume button while LED is i think purple? or orange? Once it lights up with a color, press a volume button, it'll change color a second later then boot into recovery.
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press volume button while LED is i think purple? or orange? Once it lights up with a color, press a volume button, it'll change color a second later then boot into recovery.
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Thanks for all your help worked like a champ. Tried it power up CWM recovery and power down TWRP recovery. Again thanks much the xperia zl is very different from all the other android smartphones I have had.
One other question I now have after installing the custom recovery is my Wi-Fi is no longer available. The doomlord kernel has made it non-usable. Any clues on how to fix this issue? I'm sorry for asking so many questions but like I said new to xperia zl.
I figured it out after I installed the doomlord kernel I then went back into CWM recovery and installed the whole zip file everything works. Any way thanks for your help without it I would have never been able to flash a rom. I'm now a very happy camper.
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One other question I now have after installing the custom recovery is my Wi-Fi is no longer available. The doomlord kernel has made it non-usable. Any clues on how to fix this issue? I'm sorry for asking so many questions but like I said new to xperia zl.
I figured it out after I installed the doomlord kernel I then went back into CWM recovery and installed the whole zip file everything works. Any way thanks for your help without it I would have never been able to flash a rom. I'm now a very happy camper.
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Do you mind helping me out i have the same problem as you. I am not sure where to put the files that are in the v17 zip. when i open them i see 3 folders and a boot.img. i have been using the flash tool up until this point. I am rooted and my bootloader is unlocked. I am just not sure how to flash the kernel so that i can get some type of recovery on y c6506 . any help would be helpful. I did a search and found this
[ how to install my kernel ] (via fastboot)
download the kernel package update.zip......i did this
save it on c:\ and extract the boot.img from the package....not sure what that means. does it just mean drag it to my deck top or something
save the boot.img to the folder containing fastboot binary....where is this folder?
flash the boot.img using fastboot:... i can use flash tool for this but when i click the lighting i check fastboot instead of flash
like i said any help would be great. And I will thank you