So originally my phone was on firmware 4.0.2.A.0.42 straight out of the box; it was carrier free too so no carrier bloatware. I had the phone rooted (kept the bootloader locked) but my phone developed a physical fault so I had to send it in for repair. Before sending it off I unrooted my phone via SEUS, which upgraded the phone to firmware 4.0.2.A.0.62.
As I understand, that firmware cannot be rooted. So I want to revert back or downgrade back to the Stock Carrier Free UK rom of version .42. How do I go about doing that, whilst keeping my bootloader locked?
Just flash a generic .42 ROM with FlashTool
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Where can I find it though?
Find it on the forum.. its there only..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330314
Hit thanks if my post helped u..
Other guys was faster and Tapatalk didn't show his post...
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mandarjoshiin said:
Find it on the forum.. its there only..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330314
Hit thanks if my post helped u..
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Cheers man. But I don't know how to flash (to a locked bootloader phone)
Also, once flashed, can I use the zerGrush tool to root again?
If you use Flashtool it will do all the work for you EVEN with the locked bootloader.
yes you can use ZerjRush
mandarjoshiin said:
Find it on the forum.. its there only..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1330314
Hit thanks if my post helped u..
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Just noticed, there is no LT18i firmware 4.0.2.A.0.42 for the Arc S, just firmware 4.0.2.A.0.62 which is what I don't want
1) Hey.. If u see.. on the same page, u'll find a pre rooted .62 firmware.. Flash with that.. u'll not need to root it explicitly..
2)to flash any ftf u'll need the flash tool.. if u dont have it.. here is the link...
http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
Download the flashtool for windows and install.
3)after installation check for the firmware folder under the flashtool main folder(where u have installed the flashtool)
4)now copy the downloaded .ftf file and paste it under the firmware folder. now 5)open the flashtool and click on flash..
6)now a popup window will come, select the first option of flash mode and click ok. the .ftf file will be listed automatically
7)dont change any settings and click ok
8) now flashtool will ask for the phone to be connected in flash mode..
9)so switch off ur phone and connect it to PC via USB by keep pressing the Back button on ur phone. Once it is connected, the flash tool will start and complete it work. after the flashing is done remove the phone and switch it on.. Click thanks if this helps u...
mandarjoshiin said:
1) Hey.. If u see.. on the same page, u'll find a pre rooted .62 firmware.. Flash with that.. u'll not need to root it explicitly..
2)to flash any ftf u'll need the flash tool.. if u dont have it.. here is the link...
http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
Download the flashtool for windows and install.
3)after installation check for the firmware folder under the flashtool main folder(where u have installed the flashtool)
4)now copy the downloaded .ftf file and paste it under the firmware folder. now 5)open the flashtool and click on flash..
6)now a popup window will come, select the first option of flash mode and click ok. the .ftf file will be listed automatically
7)dont change any settings and click ok
8) now flashtool will ask for the phone to be connected in flash mode..
9)so switch off ur phone and connect it to PC via USB by keep pressing the Back button on ur phone. Once it is connected, the flash tool will start and complete it work. after the flashing is done remove the phone and switch it on.. Click thanks if this helps u...
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Thanks but I found another way to downgrade to firmware .42. I used the Wotan client, and then used Zergrush method to root.
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I need to restore my phone. I put the UK update and did the gingerbreak root.
I did not unlock the BL. I tried the two Reset options but it did not restore it to factory setting. The Rogers apps are missing. I need to restore it so I can return it for a new one. Every time I turn the phone off my SD card gets corrupted.
Please advise.
Edit: Also reseting the phone didn't remove the root.
You can find a Rogers .ftf file and flash that with flashtool to restore your phone and get rid of root and back to as it was when you bought it.
If you have rooted with gingerbread and need to get rid of root you just open the app and press the unroot button. Just a heads up if you need it at some point in the future
Regards Dousan...
E: afaik the reset will be of the current Rom, hence there's no rogers app's cuz you flashed the UK one.
Thanks
Sorry for the noob questions but do I have to unroot before I flash it?
What do I use to flash it? Does it need the bootloader unlocked to do so?
Flash with the flashtool 2.9.1, you will loose root.
Don't think it requires an unlocked bootloader
I used the XDA App to post this, what did you use?
You don't need an unlocked bootloader to use flashtool, it's like using SEUS or pc companion.
Download flashtool and unpack it on your desktop. Install drivers that comes with it (ggsetup.exe). Then download your .ftf file and place it in the folder that says 'firmware' that came with flashtool. Then hit the x10.exe. It will open a window, then hit flash and choose your FW. Before saying ok you have to tick 'wipe data', it's in the same window. Hit ok and follow instructions.
Link (use beta version - 0.2.9.1)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=920746
Regards Dousan...
Ohh the Rogers .ftf file you'll have to find in the dev section somewhere.
Thanks for all the help guys. It is much appreciated.
I just fashed the phone and it says to turn on dev mode. do I have to flash it again?
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I just fashed the phone and it says to turn on dev mode. do I have to flash it again?
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Nope just reboot and enable debugging and unknown sources that's what it means
Regards Dousan...
I am looking to restore my Xperia Play to out of box firmware.
I have flashtool but not sure which firmware is best to use. I am in the UK.
Here you go my friend.. http://www.mediafire.com/?6o7ckox953vyk3a
Download it , place the ftf file somewhere (best place is actually firmware folder in the flashtool directory) click the little lightning logo on flashtool and press ok, then find where-ever you put the ftf file and press okay (leave the boxes ticked as they are) then follow the instructions to put ur phone in bootmode and let it do its thing!
Enjoy!
Thanks!!
What version is it and also will it put baseband back to normal aswell?
Thanks
Burgess85 said:
Thanks!!
What version is it and also will it put baseband back to normal aswell?
Thanks
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Correct. Be warned though be sure to use the correct ftf file. There are numerous ftfs for the various play be sure to flash the right one because there is ftf for R800x, R800i, R800a, R800at.
Hi all
Right now I am using slimbean build 5
My phone is xperia s 4.2.2
And as u know official Sony blog said that jb is rolling out
So I want tft file
And wand to know is there any problems Gina happen when flashing
Note : I updated boot.IMG from the slimbean update as they said
So what should I do
last thing I want to know if I can get back
Mobile bravie engine and music info
Plz give me link and step by step explanation
Thx all
amraasar said:
Hi all
Right now I am using slimbean build 5
My phone is xperia s 4.2.2
And as u know official Sony blog said that jb is rolling out
So I want tft file
And wand to know is there any problems Gina happen when flashing
Note : I updated boot.IMG from the slimbean update as they said
So what should I do
last thing I want to know if I can get back
Mobile bravie engine and music info
Plz give me link and step by step explanation
Thx all
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Yes you can get back the BRAVIA Engine and download Music Info.
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Ben Ling said:
Yes you can get back the BRAVIA Engine and download Music Info.
Sent from my Sony Xperia™ sola using XDA Premium App
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how /...????
links plz
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amraasar said:
how /...????
links plz
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Hello @amraasar,
Please take your time to look into our General Thread for Xperia S
You will find all the useful information their.
Thank You,
Dwarkesh Soren
A word of advice :
You need your phone to have a locked bootloader.
And update your phone software via PC Companion or Sony Update Service Softwares.
Please reply if you have any doubt I'd be really happy to help
OTE=dwarkesh2492;42018818]Hello @amraasar,
Please take your time to look into our General Thread for Xperia S
You will find all the useful information their.
Thank You,
Dwarkesh Soren
A word of advice :
You need your phone to have a locked bootloader.
And update your phone software via PC Companion or Sony Update Service Softwares.
Please reply if you have any doubt I'd be really happy to help[/QUOTE]
Iam now in slimbean 4.2.2
and I downloaded generic ics .ftf
Also relock.ftf
And I know I have to unroot my phon and also relook boot loader
But what I don't know is the order
What should I do first and second and .....
Cruz there r a lot of title in the general forum
Would u plz give me links and order of
Returning from custom ROM to stock ROM and closing boot loader
and the most important is get back mobile bra via engine
Thx
Already thanks ^_^
Hi @amraasar,
Dont worry I'll help you out as much as possible.
First of all Pay attention very carefully cuz i am writing down everything.
Explanation for you to understand what you will be doing.
---> When you are in Custom slim bean 4.2.2
You are already Rooted And Unlocked.
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Now
When You Use Flashtool To Flash Your Downloaded STOCK ftf file.
--->You automatically are Unrooted. because it is STOCK!
Now only thing left to do is, Relock the bootloader.
For that we have the Relock bootloader file.
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How to proceed :
1. Put the downloaded ftf and relock file in firmware folder of Flashtool
2. Do not connect phone now.
3. Flash only The ICS ftf file you just downloaded by following method in guide.
4.After flash is complete. Switch on phone and check everything is working.
5. Now time to relock the bootloader
6. Again run flashtool.
7. this time you have to flash only the relock file
8. After flash is complete.
9. Your phone is as good as new.
dwarkesh2492 said:
Hi @amraasar,
Dont worry I'll help you out as much as possible.
First of all Pay attention very carefully cuz i am writing down everything.
Explanation for you to understand what you will be doing.
---> When you are in Custom slim bean 4.2.2
You are already Rooted And Unlocked.
_____________________________________________
Now
When You Use Flashtool To Flash Your Downloaded STOCK ftf file.
--->You automatically are Unrooted. because it is STOCK!
Now only thing left to do is, Relock the bootloader.
For that we have the Relock bootloader file.
_________________________________________________
How to proceed :
1. Put the downloaded ftf and relock file in firmware folder of Flashtool
2. Do not connect phone now.
3. Flash only The ICS ftf file you just downloaded by following method in guide.
4.After flash is complete. Switch on phone and check everything is working.
5. Now time to relock the bootloader
6. Again run flashtool.
7. this time you have to flash only the relock file
8. After flash is complete.
9. Your phone is as good as new.
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Tyx for that u really helped me
But what about Mob. Bra via engine ?
Nobody mentioned how to do it .. Would u help me plz
amraasar said:
Tyx for that u really helped me
But what about Mob. Bra via engine ?
Nobody mentioned how to do it .. Would u help me plz
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.and also shouldn't I return to official boot.IMG ?
Or it will return automatically ?
and if I have to do it manually would u bring me the download link and guide
Thx again
amraasar said:
how /...????
links plz
waiting
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you can ask him to make it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301489
amraasar said:
.and also shouldn't I return to official boot.IMG ?
Or it will return automatically ?
and if I have to do it manually would u bring me the download link and guide
Thx again
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The Logic is.
If your DRM keys are not changed in the TA partition
Your BE and xLoud and all the enhancements from sony will work once you return your phone to stock.
If you are in custom firmware and kernel
You would need a mod.
I am back to stock very recently and everything works for me.
I hope this information helps.
~Dwarkesh
Hi!
After installing xposed and Wifi Hack for the google play to work on reverse tethering. I used the update/install function on framework pannel. After it the phone simply rebooted itself and now it stops on the boot animation. On the middle of the screen there these color blury lines. PC doesn't recognize the phone. It will charge up the battery but system doesn't even see the phone. (I am using Win7 and a stock rom 4.1.2 JB)
Just reinstall stock firware via flashtool or via sony update service
Abrakader225 said:
Hi!
After installing xposed and Wifi Hack for the google play to work on reverse tethering. I used the update/install function on framework pannel. After it the phone simply rebooted itself and now it stops on the boot animation. On the middle of the screen there these color blury lines. PC doesn't recognize the phone. It will charge up the battery but system doesn't even see the phone. (I am using Win7 and a stock rom 4.1.2 JB)
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Your phone is not breaked i think it's just a problem with the rom, you can reflash the current rom (wipe data & everything). If it's important to you to keep the current rom and if you have unlocked Bootloader and have Recovery, then go to the Recovery and flash Xposed-Disabler-Recovery.zip located in Internal SD root.
bugggmenot said:
Your phone is not breaked i think it's just a problem with the rom, you can reflash the current rom (wipe data & everything). If it's important to you to keep the current rom and if you have unlocked Bootloader and have Recovery, then go to the Recovery and flash Xposed-Disabler-Recovery.zip located in Internal SD root.
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But there is a problem that i don't have recovery on that Xperia. Also how can i reflash it?
Abrakader225 said:
But there is a problem that i don't have recovery on that Xperia. Also how can i reflash it?
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If you already unlocked Bootloader, you can flash a CWM integrated stock kernel from here and flash it via Flashtool or fastboot, then turn on the phon and when LED turns on press Vol+ side buttons to turn the LED blue, then select "Install from Zip" and select Xposed-Disabler-Recovery.zip . then reboot and thats it!
bugggmenot said:
If you already unlocked Bootloader, you can flash a CWM integrated stock kernel from here and flash it via Flashtool or fastboot, then turn on the phon and when LED turns on press Vol+ side buttons to turn the LED blue, then select "Install from Zip" and select Xposed-Disabler-Recovery.zip . then reboot and thats it!
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I have'nt Unlocked the bootloader, just root and xposed which caused this whole thing...
Abrakader225 said:
I have'nt Unlocked the bootloader, just root and xposed which caused this whole thing...
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flash stock firmware ftf via flashtool it will work on these kind of problems.
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stalin.sk2 said:
flash stock firmware ftf via flashtool it will work on these kind of problems.
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Flashtool doesn't have Xperia M in “Flashtool-drivers”
Bro in the flashtool driver installer just select the flashmode drivers and xperia p,xperia u drivers because you won't find xperia m drivers in that.
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Hello Abrakader225,
the easiest way to fix this is to reflash the phone using Sony Update Service or you can use Flashtool to flash a firmware file.
You can find flashtool at this url:
http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
Simply install it and after that go to the drivers folder of Flashtool and install the Fastboot, Flashmode and device specific drivers. After you've done that, download this FTF file and put it in Flashtools firmware folder:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701246
Then open Flashtool and press the bolt, and then pick Flashmode and select the firmware file, then press flash and put your phone in Flashmode.
I hope that my answer helped you and I hope that you'll get your phone up and running soon, have a great day!
Abrakader225 said:
Flashtool doesn't have Xperia M in “Flashtool-drivers”
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yes .... Flashtool doesn't have Xperia M in “Flashtool-drivers. so you can select xperia p .
Abrakader225 said:
Flashtool doesn't have Xperia M in “Flashtool-drivers”
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Actually it does, they are listed as "Common drivers Nicky board". It should be the 11th selection down.
if you install the latest flashtool, actually there is xperia m ss and xperia m dual driver:laugh:
Problem solved. Used Sony Update Center. thx to all of you for help
Need help guys.. I just flashed .ftf file to my XM and its got error with system.sin and keep on connecting disconnecting device automatically in Flash mode and so on.. What should i do now ?
When i switch on it stucks on Sony Screen..
Is there Flashtool problem?
Kaml.Sarao said:
Need help guys.. I just flashed .ftf file to my XM and its got error with system.sin and keep on connecting disconnecting device automatically in Flash mode and so on.. What should i do now ?
When i switch on it stucks on Sony Screen..
Is there Flashtool problem?
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You in locked or unlocked bootloader ? If you still locked you can try to flash with PC companion. But if you in unlocked bootloader you must know are your .ftf file that have you downloaded before isn't corrupt . I suggest to redownload that file and re flash again with flashtool using flashmode bro. But if you're .ftf file isn't corrupt just keep connection USB must stable for this flash bro, because if isn't Stable that can't make broke this flash from flashtool I guest so. Try it first ya:thumbup:
Im in LB.. i have downloaded new version flashtool.. but ftf file is previous one..
Thx for your help. Will try flashing again tommorow..
Kaml.Sarao said:
Im in LB.. i have downloaded new version flashtool.. but ftf file is previous one..
Thx for your help. Will try flashing again tommorow..
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Ya you're welcome