OK,
after having my Arc bricked and recovered, I had what I thought was a stock 4.0.A.2.368 ROM aboard, but when I connect to PC Companion it says that I have software that cannot be updated.
SEUS gets as far as connecting the phone in flash mode and then it says "checking connected phone" and then it hangs.
How can I get back to a stock ROM that will allow SEUS or PC Companion to do updates?
I am not interested in OTA updates.
I am passing the phone to someone who is not terribly technical and want for them to be able to do the updates via the PC at least.
Cheers,
A
Use the flashtool.
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use the latest flashtool and latest stock ROM..!
latest flash tool here :- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1000012
Thanks guys,
but I thought that by using Flashtool to go back to a stock ROM, 4.0.2.A.0.386, that I'd be able to then use PCP or SEUS to go to the 4.0.2.A.0.42 ROM, but I could not.
SEUS just hangs and PCP says modified software that cannot be updated.
I have used Flashtool to go to the generic .42 ROM now, but what happens when the next official update comes out?
Thanks
A
lock your bootloader then update
Ah, OK, did not realise that the unlocked bootloader was the problem!
Thanks a million as they they say here!
A
Sorted! That worked, thanks to all!
AscalonX said:
but what happens when the next official update comes out?
Thanks
A
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Flash it with the flashtool. ;-)
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XperienceD said:
Flash it with the flashtool.
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for flash tool u need stock rom head over here >>> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2277901
stock`s d best
fyi, i always using fxp since im using arc `bout 2 1/2 years ago.. but, suddenlu with fxp215, its getting sucks, sucker n suckestt!! with a f**king lag, camera also, its so frustrated.. since im flashing back to stock 0587, i think its the better choice.. true, its still lagging, but n as lag as fxp.. n the stock camera juz superb.. juz my thought to share..
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i badly need help i used cwm, and mistakely removed system files,etc... but as i didnt had any data so i easily flashed .42 using flash tools and got my phone working and i even rooted it... so now via wi-fi i try to install .62 version but it does not installs and restarts at 3rd dot and i get an error "could not install" .. please help!!
shantusingh said:
i badly need help i used cwm, and mistakely removed system files,etc... but as i didnt had any data so i easily flashed .42 using flash tools and got my phone working and i even rooted it... so now via wi-fi i try to install .62 version but it does not installs and restarts at 3rd dot and i get an error "could not install" .. please help!!
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have you unlocked the bootloader?
if yes you need to relock it!
franyo said:
have you unlocked the bootloader?
if yes you need to relock it!
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i did relocked it long time back .... but mayb as i removed sytem files,etc few minutes ago using cwm, it might have got it unlocked again or something.... ok i just relocked it and now i am updating it again via wi-fi ... if all goes well, i'll definately owe you one!!
franyo said:
have you unlocked the bootloader?
if yes you need to relock it!
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no man i am scared now, even after relocking bootloader it just begins on 3rd dot and restarted and still says could not install.. please help (
If you're sure you've re-locked your bootloader then use pc companion to flash.62, re-flash .42 using flashtool, root and try again.
Thanks alot!!
sinkster said:
If you're sure you've re-locked your bootloader then use pc companion to flash.62, re-flash .42 using flashtool, root and try again.
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shew!! mayb what i saw the difference when i first flashed .42 it took time installing system files ..... as i told i mistakely removed sys files in cwm mode before .... so .42 wasn't being flashed the normal way .....
but then as i relocked bootloader (i dont know if it helped or not) i re flashed .42 via flash tools and it installed very fast and then i rooted it again and yay!! when doing .62 update it installed all the dots and i got it back to normal again the .62 gingerbread with root .....
Thanks alot everyone i highly appreciate your help!!
i am gonna play safe now
shantusingh said:
shew!! mayb what i saw the difference when i first flashed .42 it took time installing system files ..... as i told i mistakely removed sys files in cwm mode before .... so .42 wasn't being flashed the normal way .....
but then as i relocked bootloader (i dont know if it helped or not) i re flashed .42 via flash tools and it installed very fast and then i rooted it again and yay!! when doing .62 update it installed all the dots and i got it back to normal again the .62 gingerbread with root .....
Thanks alot everyone i highly appreciate your help!!
i am gonna play safe now
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Very glad you solved!
franyo said:
Very glad you solved!
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yea friend, this one was the toughest till now for me to get solved ...
Thanks again!
shantusingh said:
yea friend, this one was the toughest till now for me to get solved ...
Thanks again!
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Cheers mate
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Anyone know how to reinstall the stockrom, currently on the latest but seems to have issues and would like a fresh reinstall of it. Tried using the Sony software that comes with the phone but when I try to 'repair' the phone in the software update section, it says that I can't download the firmware from my IP Address.
If you have a custom kernel on it you have to flash any gingerbread kernel like doomkernel and then flash a ftf firmware depending on your location.
If you have a r800i you can flash the .58 enhanced ftf. Just search for ftf collection for the xperia play, and there you can easily find the right ftf
jheysl2 said:
Anyone know how to reinstall the stockrom, currently on the latest but seems to have issues and would like a fresh reinstall of it. Tried using the Sony software that comes with the phone but when I try to 'repair' the phone in the software update section, it says that I can't download the firmware from my IP Address.
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It sounds like you havent tried everything have you tried flashtool?
chery2k said:
It sounds like you havent tried everything have you tried flashtool?
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Thanks for your reply guys, flashed it to stockrom the other via using flashtool, stuck uk stockrom on there for now, it came with the ICS beta update from sony and would crash alot, my brother brought the phone from someone but didnt mention that lol, all sorted now, thanks.
Current Phone Status:
Xperia S
Unlocked Bootloader
CWM
FXP CM10
I am very much keen to flash the Official upcoming 4.1.2 for Sony Xperia S devices.
But I'm really confused on how to get it done on my unlocked bootloader, once the new firmware is released.
Please take out time to give suggestions.
Appreciated.
Download ftf
Download and install Flashtool
Install drivers
Install JB ftf
Already Using Flashtool But..
Felimenta97 said:
Download ftf
Download and install Flashtool
Install drivers
Install JB ftf
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I dont think the NEW JB would be available to download anytime soon.. So just wanted to Connect the Phone to PCC on my Xperia and Flash it.
Already Flashed ICS STOCK via FLASHTOOL on Phone but since its not MY COUNTRY specific
The build gives a few errors.
Just want it like the brand new as if its out of box with the New JB.
Please Reply.
dwarkesh2492 said:
I dont think the NEW JB would be available to download anytime soon.. So just wanted to Connect the Phone to PCC on my Xperia and Flash it.
Already Flashed ICS STOCK via FLASHTOOL on Phone but since its not MY COUNTRY specific
The build gives a few errors.
Just want it like the brand new as if its out of box with the New JB.
Please Reply.
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You have three options -
1) Wait until someone releases the FTF file of stock JB and flash it with Flashtool
2) Relock your bootloader and try to do a software repair/update with Sony PC Companion/SUS.
3) Use Sony's official Flashtool for unlocked bootloader to restore your device to ICS/update it to official JB.
In my opinion, don't relock your bootloader but just wait until someone gets the update and makes the FTF file. Meanwhile, you can use Sony's official Flashtool and revert back to stock ics.
dwarkesh2492 said:
I dont think the NEW JB would be available to download anytime soon.. So just wanted to Connect the Phone to PCC on my Xperia and Flash it.
Already Flashed ICS STOCK via FLASHTOOL on Phone but since its not MY COUNTRY specific
The build gives a few errors.
Just want it like the brand new as if its out of box with the New JB.
Please Reply.
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Which new JB? the ftf you download and flash is the same that you get from PCC or SUS, just using a different way.
hey guys, like the dumba** i am, i believe i bricked my phone... i really had no experience with it but i tried it anyways and now my phone wont boot up, its stuck on the sony ericsson screen and i cant seem to be able to access the recovery mode or anything, i installed CWM and booted to install a custom rom, it said sucessful and after rebotting itself it wouldnt go past sony ericsson, is there a way to fix it guys?
rawrzforme said:
hey guys, like the dumba** i am, i believe i bricked my phone... i really had no experience with it but i tried it anyways and now my phone wont boot up, its stuck on the sony ericsson screen and i cant seem to be able to access the recovery mode or anything, i installed CWM and booted to install a custom rom, it said sucessful and after rebotting itself it wouldnt go past sony ericsson, is there a way to fix it guys?
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If your bootloader is locked, you can repair it with Sony's PC Companion program for windows.
If your bootloader is unlocked, your only choice is to use flashtool to flash stock firmware
Bakisha said:
If your bootloader is locked, you can repair it with Sony's PC Companion program for windows.
If your bootloader is unlocked, your only choice is to use flashtool to flash stock firmware
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hey thanks for the reply, i read around a bit and downloaded flashtool, but when i run the flashtool it says 'preparing files for flashing' and then my phone just goes and reboots to get stuck on sony ericsson again, not giving time for flashtool to flash the phone.
rawrzforme said:
hey thanks for the reply, i read around a bit and downloaded flashtool, but when i run the flashtool it says 'preparing files for flashing' and then my phone just goes and reboots to get stuck on sony ericsson again, not giving time for flashtool to flash the phone.
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You have to switch it off first before connecting, then connect while holding back when they ask you to in Flashtool.
Just to be safe, remove the battery and replace it after switching off.
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sonyxperiaplayer said:
You have to switch it off first before connecting, then connect while holding back when they ask you to in Flashtool.
Just to be safe, remove the battery and replace it after switching off.
Sent from my C5303 using xda premium
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thanks! its flashing now :3 will update on status
phone is flashed and its working again, i want to try to install the ICSpeed rom again, just one question, do i have to instal a new kernel so i can do that first? or the rom first then the kernel?
rawrzforme said:
phone is flashed and its working again, i want to try to install the ICSpeed rom again, just one question, do i have to instal a new kernel so i can do that first? or the rom first then the kernel?
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Download the zip on the sdcad then install this kernel.
> Sony Ericsson Xperia Play > Xperia Play Android Development > [KERNEL][PLAY] LuPuSv7 [STOCK ICS/GB & CM9][LINARO 4.7.3][19-06-13]
It's working fine for me.
rawrzforme said:
phone is flashed and its working again, i want to try to install the ICSpeed rom again, just one question, do i have to instal a new kernel so i can do that first? or the rom first then the kernel?
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Well first you need a unlocked bootloader.
Then, you have to flash a ICS kernel for an ICS ROM (using fast boot)
LuPuS is a good kernel and is pretty stable too.
After that just install the ROM through CWM.
Sent from my C5303 using xda premium
Bakisha said:
If your bootloader is locked, you can repair it with Sony's PC Companion program for windows.
If your bootloader is unlocked, your only choice is to use flashtool to flash stock firmware
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I have a similiar problem. But I relocked de bootloades, can I use de PC companion?
Henrique88 said:
I have a similiar problem. But I relocked de bootloades, can I use de PC companion?
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I don't know about that. But you can try it. In worst case, it won't do anything at all.
But i'm sure that Emma (son'ys flashtool for unlocked BL) will work. Here is a link
Hi, I root my xperia play (verizon version) just fine and has been using custom ROM for a while and it all works great. but then I wanted to try a different ROM and so I install NexPlay ROM via recovery menu. The installation process was fine and it went through but when the phone is rebooted it just stucks at the sony ericssons logo and won't go anywhere, I can't turn off the phone or anything and i can't get back into recovery mode. Please help. I need this back to working fast!
Flash stock ftf with flashtool or use pc companion to restore phone
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PC companion don't work for me. It keeps saying it can't find any updates. and I can't find a working link for flashtool. all links i found are broken...
CypherX418 said:
PC companion don't work for me. It keeps saying it can't find any updates. and I can't find a working link for flashtool. all links i found are broken...
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If you unlocked your bootloader, use emma instead of pc companion
http://developer.sonymobile.com/services/flash-tool/how-to-download-and-install-the-flash-tool/
Flashtool is at flashtool.net
For ftf file you'll have to search, i have r800i model and i don't know wich ftf is for your r800x
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
Stock ftf for r800x can be found here http://www.xperiagamer.com/Stock-Roms/233-se-stock-firmware-for-flashtool.html
If you're on windows 8 you might need to manually install fastboot drivers.
CypherX418 said:
Hi, I root my xperia play (verizon version) just fine and has been using custom ROM for a while and it all works great. but then I wanted to try a different ROM and so I install NexPlay ROM via recovery menu. The installation process was fine and it went through but when the phone is rebooted it just stucks at the sony ericssons logo and won't go anywhere, I can't turn off the phone or anything and i can't get back into recovery mode. Please help. I need this back to working fast!
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For a better support you should tell us which kernel are you using, and which ROM you were using before flashing NeXPLay.
If you just made the mistake of installing NeXPay (ICs ROM) on a GB kernel, then you don't need to reset everything with flashtool.
thanks but i just flashed my verizon rom with flashtool and that seems to get me back...
now which custom firmware/rom is the best for R800x?
CypherX418 said:
thanks but i just flashed my verizon rom with flashtool and that seems to get me back...
now which custom firmware/rom is the best for R800x?
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Depends on how you use your phone. If you are a gamer then you should try a LuPuS kernel and a Gingerbread ROM but if you don't care about gaming then you can try a ICs ROM and which kernel you prefer.
If you need some in choosing one of the many ICs/GB ROMs, just ask