hello people, i'm new in android system and i do need help my device it's not recognized in MTP mode it keeps me saying to upgrade the semc drivers in windows XP ??? because i need to upgrade to the latest firmware and start palying (root the device etc.) can somebody please help me ?? i've search google tried a lot off programs for drivers etc. nothing and because i usde to come here in the firts years for advices for mi PDA windows device (HP, HTC) you i've lost my email acount so i'm noot a kind of noob but now i'm stuck because of a stupid usb drivers i've seen that galaxy and some devices have this problem so every help is very much welcome keep on XDA
I think the sony ericsson site has them (download the PC Companion, I'm pretty sure it's part of that)
Sent from my R800x using XDA App
Hi thanks for your advice but y've tried al !!! My problem is the semc usb drivers for windows XP... Cannot install?!?!'!'why? All advice welcome.
Thx
update: Ignore post, i was speaking out my *** next one has a link to the drivers for xp and up
have you tried this site:
http://developer.sonyericsson.com/w...eriaarcxperianeoxperiaplaydrivers?cc=gb&lc=en
Hi thx ive download the drivers extracted but when i conect in MTP mode i point the files nothing ! Do i need to put the files in some place? Sorry to be such a noob but android is a pain in the ***
fast_furious69 said:
Hi thx ive download the drivers extracted but when i conect in MTP mode i point the files nothing ! Do i need to put the files in some place? Sorry to be such a noob but android is a pain in the ***
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Do the drivers work?
Now is the problem updating the firmware?
If that is the problem now, can somebody with an 800i help out, i have the 800x and we don't have such things as MTP
paxChristos said:
Do the drivers work?
Now is the problem updating the firmware?
If that is the problem now, can somebody with an 800i help out, i have the 800x and we don't have such things as MTP
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Hi the problem still be the dam semc usb drivers for flashing the mobile only that because without them no way firmware upgrade even sharing files to se site...
fast_furious69 said:
Hi thx ive download the drivers extracted but when i conect in MTP mode i point the files nothing ! Do i need to put the files in some place? Sorry to be such a noob but android is a pain in the ***
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Extracted = installed? Cuz you need to install them on your pc.
Some people have had issues connecting in MTP mode. If you have installed the drivers then try to unmount the sdcard prior to connecting the phone to your pc.
Regards Dousan...
paxChristos said:
have you tried this site:
http://developer.sonyericsson.com/w...eriaarcxperianeoxperiaplaydrivers?cc=gb&lc=en
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Hi download the package unziped when ask for the drivers i point the place but keeps saying device not found so still the same now I try restore XP to earlier date and see whay happen the girl that answer can you please tell what ypu do to conect in MTP mode? Thx
If you're talking about me, im a guy
R800x (american version on verizon wireless) doesn't have mtp
Did you try unistall the device (under device manager) and reinstalling it?
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Sorry man now it recognized like a camera dammm android drivers. Any suggestions?
@fast_forious69 i just reread your first post. If you just want root then you should use flashtool to flash the UK generic .184 FW. Then root with gingerbreak and then without doing anything else update OTA to the newest 4.0.A.2.368 (2.3.3). The only way to preserve root when updating is OTA.
Further more you won't be able to root the new firmware if you upgrade without doing the above, unless you also unlock you bootloader. If you just want root there's no need for that imo. You can can always unlock later if you want to do other mods like custom Rom/kernel etc.
Anyway download flashtool and extract it to your desktop. Then install the drivers that comes with the tool (ggsetup.exe). Then download the UK generic .184 FW, extract it and put it in the firmware folder that came with flashtool. Hit x10FlashTool.exe. In the window that opens press flash and choose your FW and then tick 'wipe data' and then ok and just follow the instructions. This will wipe all userdata on the phone apps, bookmarks, sms, saved games states etc.
If you're already on .145 or .184 (2.3.2) then just download gingerbreak and root and then strait after boot update OTA. (I take that you bootloader is locked otherwise don't do any official updates hence it will brick your phone).
Link for flashtool (use 0.2.9.1 beta):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Link for FW (.184):
http://www.multiupload.com/MDS10FFGTT
Link for gingerbreak (use version 1.20):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1044765
Regards Dousan...
Hi first thx for your help. I think first I've to try putting xp recognize my Xperia not like a camera but like a mass storage drive I put the drivers from sony nada still same I need semc usb drivers so in that mode I can do upgrades from sony there are some new stuff for our mobile go to sony Ericsson and see the files xloud and new themes and other stuff.
All the best and thx again man ;-)
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paxChristos said:
If you're talking about me, im a guy
R800x (american version on verizon wireless) doesn't have mtp
Did you try unistall the device (under device manager) and reinstalling it?
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Sorry man it wanst for you but to another user before you :-o
fast_furious69 said:
Hi first thx for your help. I think first I've to try putting xp recognize my Xperia not like a camera but like a mass storage drive I put the drivers from sony nada still same I need semc usb drivers so in that mode I can do upgrades from sony there are some new stuff for our mobile go to sony Ericsson and see the files xloud and new themes and other stuff.
All the best and thx again man ;-)
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Sorry man it wanst for you but to another user before you :-o
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Lol then it must be me. Well I'm a guy aswell...
Anyway mate you'll end up with the newest FW update if you follow my guide above (xLoud, themes etc. You won't loose warrenty for using flashtool on the other hand afaik you will when rooting or unlocking bootloader. That can be ereased by unrooting and locking again. Then nobody should know. Atleast i got my device serviced under warrenty that way
Either way you're welcome and you choose what you'll do. If you can't make pc companion work then you'll have the flashtool way to do it...
Regards Dousan...
Hi mate Dousan, i've read your advice but not sure if i'll try to do it the phone is about one month, i've try the firmware way with Pc compainon it says my phone is with the latest update firmware ?!?!?! 2.3.3 wich i confirm in the menu of the Xperia now i'm in a dilema if is really necessary to flash it with the tools you recomend and loose my info contacts, etc... because i cant update the damn phone with sony ericsson OTA backup ! it only backup the bookmarks !!! don't backup my contacts calendar etc.
i've even reinstall Windows XP nothing now is a digital camera (MTP mode) only works acess the phone in MSC mode so only acess the SD card, a bit weird this android phone i've talk with some other guys in another foruns they say windows 7 it's better but my money now is not enough to buy a new pc, just don't no what to do .... maybe take the mobile to the store a see what's better.
by the way is the new things good Xloud new themes etc. ?
thx mate
The xloud is cool, the speakers are nice, loud and crisp now. Good sound. About the themes.. Meh, I only se the background change really, it's not like cm7 theme chooser nor the one I know from HTC. There's some other stuff too, apps and small tweaks. Haven't really gone through the phone and compared.
Well the work lies in flashing with flashtool, then root and then OTA. For me it's no biggie, but then again I've flashed my phones for the last three years now and things has been more complex than this and also easier. All is relative and what is easy for me could be difficult for and vice versa
If you don't feel comfy about doing it then don't. Take it to a certified SE shop and let them do it for you.
Regards Dousan...
Ohh and always glad to help out where I can
Man you are a very good help and a good friend... If one day u come to portugal algarve i buy u a beer....B-)
Or maybe when i go to denmark we go to hard rock café and have a lager..... Eheheh
Related
If you messed up your ROM by installing wrong kernel, not wiping data, doing stuff in the wrong order etc, and your ROM doesn't start and you don't know how to fix it...
Follow these instructions to return to:
1. Stock Gingerbread
2. Stock ICS
3. Stock ICS + root
1. Choose appropriate FTF file and download:
ONLY LT15i
.62 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/lpdhtmqi/LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.62_Generic Global World.ftf
.42 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/vmfu4czg
ONLY LT15a
.62 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/f58llc72
ONLY LT18i
.62 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/gsfx4w60
2. Download and install flashtool https://github.com/Androxyde/Flashtool/zipball/master
3. In settings on phone, allow unknown sources, turn on usb debugging. (if you can't start your phone, ignore.)
4. Turn off phone.
5. Connect usb cable to phone, hold back key while plugging the USB to the pc. LED is now GREEN
6. Open flashtool, drag the downloaded FTF file to the flashtool window. Press ok.
7. You may need to reconnect the phone the same way as before.
8. The stock GB is now flashing. Gingerbread 2.3.4 INSTALLED
From here the phone is fixed and you can do whatever you want.
ICS:
9. Connect the phone to the computer and install ics 4.0.3 via pc companion/sony update service.
ROOT:
10. Download rootkit: http://bit.ly/ert_xperia_2011_ics_1
11. Extract files anywhere.
12. Again make sure unknown sources are allowed, turn on usb debugging.
13. Run runme.bat
Phone is now rooted.
I can not guarantee that this will work for you/your device however I am quite confident that if you follow the instructions carefully you will succeed.
Please press THANKS if I helped.
Not helpful with people for ICS, why would you do this when there are so many threads like this?
MrModMan said:
Not helpful with people for ICS, why would you do this when there are so many threads like this?
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This can be helpful for anyone whose ROM isn't working. It is directed to noobs who accidentally ruins their custom ROM so they can start over. Also the reason why I'm doing this is because I searched the forums and I could not find a guide that was simple for noobs to understand, which would always work no matter what you did wrong. I've used this method so many times and it has saved me countless times. I thought the least I could do was to share.
I hope I answered your questions.
Why why why do People use uploaded.to links, and feel the need to rehost files to it. Just link directly to the flashtool and use mediafire for anything else.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
XperienceD said:
Why why why do People use uploaded.to links, and feel the need to rehost files to it. Just link directly to the flashtool and use mediafire for anything else.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
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I collected links from different guides/threads on youtube and xda and assembled them into this full guide. I did not bother to re-upload the files because I did not find it necessary though I agree, mediafire is really good. I will change flashtool link.
Thanks for taking the time to make this guide, sadly when I was a real noob I couldn't find any guide like this...
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Great guide, got my phone back up and running :good:
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quite handy for those who tried jelly and got stucked.
Unverified fast download for stock GB ROM.
http://minus.com/lbq1F5p8H17EA0
Thanks phone starts now.. Cant update to ICS but.
Charl96 said:
If you messed up your ROM by installing wrong kernel, not wiping data, doing stuff in the wrong order etc, and your ROM doesn't start and you don't know how to fix it...
Follow these instructions to return to:
1. Stock Gingerbread
2. Stock ICS
3. Stock ICS + root
1. Choose appropriate FTF file and download:
ONLY LT15i
.62 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/lpdhtmqi/LT15i_4.0.2.A.0.62_Generic Global World.ftf
.42 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/vmfu4czg
ONLY LT15a
.62 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/f58llc72
ONLY LT18i
.62 firmware: http://uploaded.to/file/gsfx4w60
2. Download and install flashtool https://github.com/Androxyde/Flashtool/zipball/master
3. In settings on phone, allow unknown sources, turn on usb debugging. (if you can't start your phone, ignore.)
4. Turn off phone.
5. Connect usb cable to phone, hold back key while plugging the USB to the pc. LED is now GREEN
6. Open flashtool, drag the downloaded FTF file to the flashtool window. Press ok.
7. You may need to reconnect the phone the same way as before.
8. The stock GB is now flashing. Gingerbread 2.3.4 INSTALLED
From here the phone is fixed and you can do whatever you want.
ICS:
9. Connect the phone to the computer and install ics 4.0.3 via pc companion/sony update service.
ROOT:
10. Download rootkit: http://bit.ly/ert_xperia_2011_ics_1
11. Extract files anywhere.
12. Again make sure unknown sources are allowed, turn on usb debugging.
13. Run runme.bat
Phone is now rooted.
I can not guarantee that this will work for you/your device however I am quite confident that if you follow the instructions carefully you will succeed.
Please press THANKS if I helped.
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Thanks a lot.. This worked of LT15i.. My phone is up and running on GB 2.3.4 but it doesn't get updated to ICS thru Sony update service/pc companion. I tried it 2-3times & it give the same error. "The phone contains modified software that cannot be updated" See attached Screenshot.
How to upgrade to ICS now ? Any other way ?
NilayS said:
How to upgrade to ICS now ? Any other way ?
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The same way you flashed GB, except use ICS ftf's and root methods.
XperienceD said:
The same way you flashed GB, except use ICS ftf's and root methods.
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Thanks.. searching the development thread for stock ics ftfs.. BTW do you have any working ICS ftf links ?
NilayS said:
Thanks.. searching the development thread for stock ics ftfs.. BTW do you have any working ICS ftf links ?
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See my Arc guide, or Google or general browsing of the forum will help with your search.
NilayS said:
Thanks a lot.. This worked of LT15i.. My phone is up and running on GB 2.3.4 but it doesn't get updated to ICS thru Sony update service/pc companion. I tried it 2-3times & it give the same error. "The phone contains modified software that cannot be updated" See attached Screenshot.
How to upgrade to ICS now ? Any other way ?
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If you bootloader is unlocked NEVER accept updates OTA unless you want to brick your phone!
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cannot update
After following the link, my phone is on stock GB 2.3.4 so obviously i connected my device to pc to get official 4.0 update via sony PC companion and after it downloads the software and tries to install it into my phone it says "your device contains modified software which cannot be updated" please help !!
Not helping me
Charl96 said:
This can be helpful for anyone whose ROM isn't working. It is directed to noobs who accidentally ruins their custom ROM so they can start over. Also the reason why I'm doing this is because I searched the forums and I could not find a guide that was simple for noobs to understand, which would always work no matter what you did wrong. I've used this method so many times and it has saved me countless times. I thought the least I could do was to share.
I hope I answered your questions.
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I have same problem with my ARC S, but by following the instructions flashtool stuck at device connected in flash mode and goes no where and my device turn off automatically.
Connect your device only when prompted to by flashtool.
Sent from my LT18i using xda app-developers app
Thanks for reply but
tangosierra_ said:
Connect your device only when prompted to by flashtool.
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Thanks for reply but i have followed all instruction by flashtool and i had connected device when flashtool told me to do so but in vain. can you help me?
xda_hawk said:
After following the link, my phone is on stock GB 2.3.4 so obviously i connected my device to pc to get official 4.0 update via sony PC companion and after it downloads the software and tries to install it into my phone it says "your device contains modified software which cannot be updated" please help !!
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I understand this reply is far too late but for people in the future:
You cannot upgrade to ICS when your bootloader is unlocked. You can easily lock it again using this small FTF file. When the upgrade with PC companion is complete, you can continiue modifying your phone with custom ROMs etc.
junaidtahir said:
Thanks for reply but i have followed all instruction by flashtool and i had connected device when flashtool told me to do so but in vain. can you help me?
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It is very hard for me to know what is causing this problem. Some minor modifications to the flashing procedure can potentially fix it. Try doing it like this: Open FlashTool, drag the FTF-file and drop it in the dialog box. Press ok and wait for the instructions to pop up. When they do, connect the USB-cable FIRST to the phone and after that hold back key while plugging it to the computer. If the battery of the phone is too low I think it can cause problems, try to charge your battery (if possible) and try again. Also make sure to flash the appropriate FTF-file, accordning to your model.
my brother bought a new arc s and it is on gb and he wants to upgrade to official ics
so i told him wait for me to upgrade it without go to service center and these stuff ... so i am here an i know that u all will help me with that
so i want to upgrade it to ics but with official way " no root no odin no flash no recovery no all that stuff that i did on my galaxy tab cause his mobile at warrenty and ofcourse he wont brick it
so i want the easist way to do that
Use PC Companion/Sony Update Service
Sent from my LT18i
excuse me but what is that ? im strange here i know but i came here cause i know that u will help me
and what about these guide ? what is the difference between these and ur guide ? http://androidadvices.com/update-sony-ericsson-xperia-arc-official-ics-403-firmware/2/#.UE5N3rLibWQ
Just connect phone to computer and let it to instal PC Companion or go here http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/pc-companion/ and download it. This is official software from Sony.
my brother is abroad and he will be back after 2 days so i want to download everything at my pc so as to upgrade his mobile offline can i do it ? or must open pc companion and download the update from the apllication and download it to the arc s ?
also i opend these link http://www.sonymobile.com/gb/software/phones/xperia-arc-s/ and noticed that Latest available software: 4.1.B.0.587 ... is it jelly bean ?
and exactly what is the size for the firmware if i download it with pc companion ?
and really thanks to u all
Read the guides and stickys, it's all there, all you need to do is READ!
believe me i went to these link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1653188 be4 i posted a new topic and ask about it ... there are alot of topics and alot of links to download and different version !! also after i download a firmware what should i do !!
btw im from egypt so i want arabic in firmware
help please
Mohaakotb said:
help please
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What with?
is there any risk if i updated the mobile by pc companion and internt stops within the process ? cause i have weak internet connection
Mohaakotb said:
is there any risk if i updated the mobile by pc companion and internt stops within the process ? cause i have weak internet connection
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Use the flashtool instead.
Mohaakotb said:
btw im from egypt so i want arabic in firmware
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Search for the middle east ftf it's in here you need to do some searching yourself when you find it use flashtool after reading the guides
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium
Plug your phone into the computer and it will then install PC Companion,once it has done this, click the pc companion icon on your pc,it will then proceed to look for the latest update,when done follow the instructions to install the update to your phone,follow this and you should have no problems.
Sent from my LT18i
Version 3 released! Check for even more simplicity and a new UI! NO more copying!
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If you're experiencing errors, please report them either in the thread or PM me.
Please report ANY errors or typos you come across, I made this in 4 hours without a single break, so there's bound to be an error somewhere
What's new:
-Completely rewritten (ACTUALLY written, not VB)
-Even simpler! NO MORE COPYING!
-Even smaller in disk size!
-No tutorial needed! Yes, it's that easy -- just read carefully and don't panic
There's still no way to:
-relock the bootloader
-flash FTF files
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Note: Inside the Fastboot.rar, there are fastboot drivers for 2012 Xperias. Install them if you dont have them yet. Those are the only useful files you need from that folder, everything else (both adb and fastboot) are already contained in the new BU.zip!
TESTING:
Reported working Windows versions:
Windows 7 x86
Windows 7 x64
Windows Vista x86
WANT TO HELP?
Then test it and report your phone model and windows version (x64/x86, service pack etc.) -- send me a PM
Please do... You can always flash a kernel or recovery.
Thanks for helping me and all those noobs out
About the attachments:
-Fastboot; contains adb and fastboot, plus Xperia 2012 Windows drivers
-BootloaderUnlock; contains the old PMFT - version 2 (kind of useless unless you understand everything it says in there)
-nexus; the NEW PMFT - version 3 -- if you already have the drivers, this is all you need
someone755 said:
I've been getting some questions on PM lately, about 'how to unlock my bootloader'...
So, fed up with those infinite PMs, I quickly put this together (30 minutes, not much).
It's not much, and I've only tested it for one minute, but it should help the average noob user get their bootloader unlocked.
(I've only tested this on a x86 Win7 PC, so please help me find out where this works on.)
So, the basic idea is, that the noob user extracts the attached adb and fastboot .zip file and extracts it to disk C: (I'll make options for other drives later on, I just need to know whether or not this works). The user then opens up the program inside BootloaderUnlock (and installs it), and, after many warnings, gets to a screen where he is told to input his Bootloader unlock code (obtained from Sony's website).
The program then warns the user a little more, just to make sure he understands, and then, two lines of text show up.
The user enters those lines of text into the console window (the fastboot.exe he extracted at the beginning) and Viola!
If all steps have been done correctly, he now has an unlocked bootloader
It's a simple, yet fool-proof concept, tested on a complete phone moron (after reading some instructions on Sony's unlock site).
Please help me test this, as this may be really helpful to those that don't understand FlashTool and don't have an idea how to do it via the official method.
Also, if you don't understand, there are some instructions within the program (written in VB, so you may need NET framework... MAY need it...)
Thanks for helping me and all those noobs out
Note: extract the fastboot.rar to C:, so you will have the fastboot.exe in C:\Fastboot\fastboot.exe
Note: Inside the Fastboot.rar, there are fastboot drivers for Xperias. Install then if you dont have them yet.
Note: The BootloaderUnlock.rar is a visual basic program. Please help me test it on different Windows systems (XP, Vista, 7, 8, 2000; all both x86 and x64)
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A way to get a noobs phone bricked?!
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derrickdroid said:
A way to get a noobs phone bricked?!
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No it wouldn't. It'll either work or not
Sent from my Jellybean Xperia S
Yeah, it's actually the same as Sony's way, this program just tells the user what to write into the CMD window.
You can't brick your phone with this, because it either suceeds or fails. Either gain or no gain (and no loss) for the user...
someone755 said:
Yeah, it's actually the same as Sony's way, this program just tells the user what to write into the CMD window.
You can't brick your phone with this, because it either suceeds or fails. Either gain or no gain (and no loss) for the user...
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i think he was referring to:
IF you are so beginner that you aren't able to even unlock your bootloader
THEN you could be so newbie to brick it
That's possible, if you're pointing to the fact they could brick their phone after unlocking the bootloader.
But before the unlock, no, it wouldn't be possible...
But hey, some people might have trouble with windows and are new to it. (I know many linux users that are forced to use windows for their phones that could use tools like this for their phones (not Sony, but others...)...)
So can this way unlock any bootloader even if it says bootloader locked? Thanks
Sent from my LT28i using xda app-developers app
Nope.
Did you not read the first post?
It's the same as the official method, but simplified...
Nothing's changed, basically, so it can't do more and it can't do less!
Ok thanks just dont understand why they sell ones that can and others you cant unlock oh well
Sent from my LT28i using xda app-developers app
Its not the phone, it's the carrier...
mcmanone said:
Ok thanks just dont understand why they sell ones that can and others you cant unlock oh well
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It's because companies like AT&T give locked down phones away for free with a service contract. That way they can lock some services to make you pay more. For example AT&T makes you pay an additional monthly fee for the use of tethering (only when you use the att stock Rom, it's free on generic version )
From Jaramie's LT28at
2012Xperia SOFT-BRICK Recovery Thread
So I guess it's great in my country;
you don't get a 'free' phone, you pay at least 1€ (depending on the plan you chose; I chose the one where I get to pay 370€ for a nozomi)
You can always trade your phone on Swappa (you have loads of ads on CM's sites and forums) and get an unlockable one...
what is the difference between this tool and this one?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1794800
This one, you can't flash things with, and you don't need a ton of downloads...
Yours is actually a program that uses FlashTool... It has flashtool included in the libs, which means:
1. You download the program AND the giant FlashTool
2. It can flash FTF, IMG and SIN files (because this is flashtool after all...)
I came up with my method for people with bad internet and limited storage...
It actually is the official method, but with a "paste-press-copy-paste" procedure, although the main idea is about the same as all the others...
Basically, every method is based on the official way, but there's a bit of variation here and there...
someone755 said:
This one, you can't flash things with, and you don't need a ton of downloads...
Yours is actually a program that uses FlashTool... It has flashtool included in the libs, which means:
1. You download the program AND the giant FlashTool
2. It can flash FTF, IMG and SIN files (because this is flashtool after all...)
I came up with my method for people with bad internet and limited storage...
It actually is the official method, but with a "paste-press-copy-paste" procedure, although the main idea is about the same as all the others...
Basically, every method is based on the official way, but there's a bit of variation here and there...
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okay thanks....
DOWNLOADING
Let the Noob try it !!
Hey Guys,
I am a Noob and have been trying to unlock my bootloader for about a week now, I have tried a few methods without any joy.
I will give this a go and will report back if it works or not. :laugh:
Your problem might be one of these, if it doesn't work:
1. Your phone is not in fastboot mode -- did you check that?
2. You don't have the right drivers installed on your PC -- or do you?
3. Your phone's bootloader may not be unlockable -- now, if you didn't check that, you really are a noob.
4. Your unlock code is incorrect -- that was the case with me, but in the end that was the only problem...
someone755 said:
Your problem might be one of these, if it doesn't work:
1. Your phone is not in fastboot mode -- did you check that?
2. You don't have the right drivers installed on your PC -- or do you?
3. Your phone's bootloader may not be unlockable -- now, if you didn't check that, you really are a noob.
4. Your unlock code is incorrect -- that was the case with me, but in the end that was the only problem...
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Hi,
Thanks for the reply, the problem i have is with the drivers. I have tried different solutions as posted here and on the web.
But still could not get the drivers to work??
I will try this method as it states the drivers are included. If it all works awesome, if not then I fail and will forever be stuck with stock rom's.
Which windows are you running (vista, 7, 8, is it 32 or 64 bit?)?
Also, did you try with FlashTool's drivers?
someone755 said:
Which windows are you running (vista, 7, 8, is it 32 or 64 bit?)?
Also, did you try with FlashTool's drivers?
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I'm running windows 7 on a 64 bit laptop.
Tried the flashtool drivers also but still no joy, I check in device management for S1 and each time there is a problem installing the drivers.
I still have a PC running vista so might give that a try if all else fails.
Thanks for your help so far, will keep you updated with how I get on
hey guys, ive searched threw all the fourms and ive tried some many of the things ive read in them but i still cant seem to get anything to work? I have a Xperia Play R800X that has been rooted but the bootloader is still locked and i tried to update date to Sonys beta version of Ice Cream Sandwich and downloaded it but apparently is was the one for GSM and not CMDA and now my phone wont load past the Sony logo screen. the sony update servie didnt help and now i dont have a phone. Sorry for such a noob problem but im lost, anything might help, thanks in advance.
you need to flash a stock ftf with flashtool
try with this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2127187&highlight=ftf [R800x/2.3.4] Stock ftf and Nan
im tring really hard not to sound dumb but i flash tool and the program it runs is called emma. Is that right? I thought your bootloader had to be unlocked to use flash tool
camaromanm6ss said:
im tring really hard not to sound dumb but i flash tool and the program it runs is called emma. Is that right? I thought your bootloader had to be unlocked to use flash tool
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No you can use flashtool on locked bootloader Emma is for xperia Arc and couple of others and for unlocked bootloaders. Follow this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2054486:good: will show you how to use flashtool:good:
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camaromanm6ss said:
hey guys, ive searched threw all the fourms and ive tried some many of the things ive read in them but i still cant seem to get anything to work? I have a Xperia Play R800X that has been rooted but the bootloader is still locked and i tried to update date to Sonys beta version of Ice Cream Sandwich and downloaded it but apparently is was the one for GSM and not CMDA and now my phone wont load past the Sony logo screen. the sony update servie didnt help and now i dont have a phone. Sorry for such a noob problem but im lost, anything might help, thanks in advance.
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your best option is PC Companion 2.1, go to support zone, then repair my phone, let it download the contents ( 10 -15 min) then choose your phone- then it will prompt to connect your phone (only connect at this stage - it will fix it this way
tommy
tommyforest123 said:
your best option is PC Companion 2.1, go to support zone, then repair my phone, let it download the contents ( 10 -15 min) then choose your phone- then it will prompt to connect your phone (only connect at this stage - it will fix it this way
tommy
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didnt work, it says that the Sony update engin doesnt have any software for my phone, that seems odd
camaromanm6ss said:
didnt work, it says that the Sony update engin doesnt have any software for my phone, that seems odd
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That's seem very strange alright. Did you get the error after you connected and selected the xperia play from the list - did it even start the download. It has options for a few different play models. Try with the other play models
is there a chance to repair my xperia play even if its dead.? the repairman said that its dead boot.. they can't repair it.. (((
please if you have a solution please tell me.. (((
bumblegee09 said:
is there a chance to repair my xperia play even if its dead.? the repairman said that its dead boot.. they can't repair it.. (((
please if you have a solution please tell me.. (((
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What is "dead boot"?
Does phone vibrate when powered on?
Any lights on led?
What happened when you plug it PC? (nothing, something...)
What happened when you press search or back and plug it in pc?
What is your model? i,a,at,x?
How your phone died in first place?
Do you have locked/unlocked bootloader?
What was latest firmware/rom installed on phone?
did you overclock it before it died?
If you just saying "help me, my Play is dead" and not providing any info, then no one will be able to help you. Even worse, no one will be willing to even bother asking questions that you should say in first place...
And yes, one of reason your Play don't work is that motherboard is dead, so no one can help you. Just be ready for that answer even if you don't like it
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What is "dead boot"?
Does phone vibrate when powered on?
Any lights on led?
What happened when you plug it PC? (nothing, something...)
What happened when you press search or back and plug it in pc?
What is your model? i,a,at,x?
How your phone died in first place?
Do you have locked/unlocked bootloader?
What was latest firmware/rom installed on phone?
did you overclock it before it died?
If you just saying "help me, my Play is dead" and not providing any info, then no one will be able to help you. Even worse, no one will be willing to even bother asking questions that you should say in first place...
And yes, one of reason your Play don't work is that motherboard is dead, so no one can help you. Just be ready for that answer even if you don't like it
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yes it vibrate when i try to pwer it on..
when i plug it led turn green
when i plug it to pc there's something.. like a sound when it is being detected and disconnected.
only flash mode i think..
r800i
when i try to update it to latest version
i dont what bootloader is.. (sorry i'm noob.. it's just my firstime)
2.3.3 i think,, gingerbread..
no
thank you for your time and for trying to help me.. its my first time here in forum
Did you ever try to flash you're phone via sus or flashtool? Dead boot state needs ressurection (JTAG)
Sent from my SK17i using xda app-developers app
bumblegee09 said:
yes it vibrate when i try to pwer it on..
when i plug it led turn green
when i plug it to pc there's something.. like a sound when it is being detected and disconnected.
only flash mode i think..
r800i
when i try to update it to latest version
i dont what bootloader is.. (sorry i'm noob.. it's just my firstime)
2.3.3 i think,, gingerbread..
no
thank you for your time and for trying to help me.. its my first time here in forum
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Well, good news, you Play is not tottaly dead (green light means battery is charging and full)
Do you have drivers installed for phone?
-Try the following:
press and hold back button and while keeping it press connect usb to PC. Now right click on "my computer" and choose "manage". click on "device manager". Do you see anything named "sony" there. What exactly does it say? (something like sa102, unknown,etc...)
-Did you try to flash stock firmware with flashtool?
Guide where to download and use it can be found in thread [GUIDE][18th Dec][4Noobs] Flashing A FTF File Using Flashtool
And you can download firmware from Xperia Play Index - ROM'S, FIRMWARE, KERNEL'S, GUIDE'S, THEMES, MOD'S second post, choose file named R800i_4.0.2.A.0.79.ftf
-Did you tried to repair with PC companion?
You can download it from Sony's site
-Did you tried repair with Sony update service?
You can find it here
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Did you ever try to flash you're phone via sus or flashtool? Dead boot state needs ressurection (JTAG)
Sent from my SK17i using xda app-developers app
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i did try via flashtool and the repairman try sus i think.. he said it is dead boot.. he also said that JTAG something.. i dont know what JTAG is and where can i get or do it.. is it expensive.? coz i don't have that much money
Bakisha said:
Well, good news, you Play is not tottaly dead (green light means battery is charging and full)
Do you have drivers installed for phone?
-Try the following:
press and hold back button and while keeping it press connect usb to PC. Now right click on "my computer" and choose "manage". click on "device manager". Do you see anything named "sony" there. What exactly does it say? (something like sa102, unknown,etc...)
-Did you try to flash stock firmware with flashtool?
Guide where to download and use it can be found in thread [GUIDE][18th Dec][4Noobs] Flashing A FTF File Using Flashtool
And you can download firmware from Xperia Play Index - ROM'S, FIRMWARE, KERNEL'S, GUIDE'S, THEMES, MOD'S second post, choose file named R800i_4.0.2.A.0.79.ftf
-Did you tried to repair with PC companion?
You can download it from Sony's site
-Did you tried repair with Sony update service?
You can find it here
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thank you for the good news.. actually the repairman said that only JTAG can repair this.. but i think its so expensive.. i don't have much money..
i see it under device manager>usb controller>SEMC flash device.. do i have to update drivers.?
yes i tried to flash stock firmware.. its says that its finish that i unplug my phone and then open it.. but still only vibrates..
i tried it with PC Companion it says that i have a modified software. and in sony update is also like that..
bumblegee09 said:
thank you for the good news.. actually the repairman said that only JTAG can repair this.. but i think its so expensive.. i don't have much money..
i see it under device manager>usb controller>SEMC flash device.. do i have to update drivers.?
yes i try to flash stock firmware.. its says that its finish that i unplug my phone and then open it.. but still only vibrates..
i tried it with PC Companion it says that i have a modified software. and in sony update is also like that..
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Hm, if PC Companion don't work, try Sony's Emma Software
But i am in doubt that you can repair it yourself if Emma doesn't work
Bakisha said:
Hm, if PC Companion don't work, try Sony's Emma Software
But i am in doubt that you can repair it yourself if Emma doesn't work
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if this doesn't work maybe i have no choice but to repair it via JTAG that repairman says.. but it's expensive
do you know where can i find JTAG.?
thank u so much for your help Bakisha
bumblegee09 said:
if this doesn't work maybe i have no choice but to repair it via JTAG that repairman says.. but it's expensive
thank u so much for your help Bakisha
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It is not impossible, but as i said, for you could be very difficult (since you don't know much about Play's hardware and it's probelms)
As FaiselW said, try also to relock bootloader.
Bricking is common fault when doing OTA update on unlocked bootloader
Check this thread also, it might help you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1252019
Bakisha said:
It is not impossible, but as i said, for you could be very difficult (since you don't know much about Play's hardware and it's probelms)
As FaiselW said, try also to relock bootloader.
Bricking is common fault when doing OTA update on unlocked bootloader
Check this thread also, it might help you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1252019
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i will do what you suggest.. thank you for your effort Bakisha..
sorry for the noob question but what is OTA and bootloader.? what is difference between unlocked and locked bootloader.? sorry again fir noob question..
bumblegee09 said:
i will do what you suggest.. thank you for your effort Bakisha..
sorry for the noob question but what is OTA and bootloader.? what is difference between unlocked and locked bootloader.? sorry again fir noob question..
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OTA update - over the air update
For bootloader, use google...
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
hi i have xperia m i tried to root but now it just shows the booting wave only ...
i try to flash it with flash tool but flashtool says debugging is off
what can i do? plz help me ...hope u r
thank u