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[Q] Going back to Stock ROM..Help

Hello guys,
Searched for this problem but couldn't get it in any threads...
I own a Xperia Arc-LT15i, rooted using Flashtool and bootloader unlocked.
Recently flashed CyanogenMod stable version...
Seems to be far better than the stock ROM but I find that some apps like 3D camera and International keyboard apps are missing...I really need those.
Did a search to install those apps from my nandroid backup to /system/app folder but that didn't work...
Tried using flashtool to install the apk files but even that failed...
So, I want to go back to my stock ROM(2.3.4- .42 firmware)...
When I try to flash ftf file thru flashtool, it didn't work and later I got to know that I ll have to install the KERNEL.SIN file first....But How TO INSTALL KERNEL.SIN file over my existing ROM?
Please gimme the instructions(if possible with images).
I tried to following the method given in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1352830
but I got a error saying DRIVERS NEED TO BE INSTALLED FOR CONNECTED DEVICES(IMAGE ATTACHED)...I installed drivers using the exe file given in flashtool but didn't work.
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PLEASE HELP ME REG. THIS OR I WOULD BE HIGHLY SATISFIED IF I CAN INSTALL THOSE APK FILES IN CYANOGENMOD .
Thank you

Make sure you have the latest SE drivers installed on your machine.. No need to flash the .sin file. When u use .ftf file through Flashtool, it replaces the kernel alongwith the rom.. Install the latest drivers and try flashing it again..
All d best.

mandarjoshiin said:
Make sure you have the latest SE drivers installed on your machine.. No need to flash the .sin file. When u use .ftf file through Flashtool, it replaces the kernel alongwith the rom.. Install the latest drivers and try flashing it again..
All d best.
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Hey thank you
Will try that and let you know soon....

Hey mandarjoshiin,
Downloaded the latest SE drivers as u told, in fact had them before ..Updated them once again and tried out...
Still it hangs when I connect it in FLASHMODE...
and the same errors pop up....
Any other way out?

amulbaby said:
Hey mandarjoshiin,
Downloaded the latest SE drivers as u told, in fact had them before ..Updated them once again and tried out...
Still it hangs when I connect it in FLASHMODE...
and the same errors pop up....
Any other way out?
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try wotan server..using it you can flash stock rom..just google it

akshay13071990 said:
try wotan server..using it you can flash stock rom..just google it
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Tried WotanServer...As soon as I put my phone in flashmode, PC hangs...same is the case with flashtool and SEUS or PC companion...
I guess it should be the problem with drivers...but what could be the solution??
Should i try in some other PC/laptop?

Hey use Sony update service..connect your phone to that and update it will load .sin file..stock rom+kernal try it
Download. The update service app.i have it..but don't h have the link
Xperian using xda app

shyamjptpm said:
Hey use Sony update service..connect your phone to that and update it will load .sin file..stock rom+kernal try it
Download. The update service app.i have it..but don't h have the link
Xperian using xda app
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See my previous reply...PC hangs when i try to connect my phone in flashmode, no matter whatever software i use..have tried Wotan, Sony Update Service, PC Companion...
Any other method?
I read in some thread that it might be the problem with the drivers..but no body has told how to resolve..One option cud be to do the same in some other System...

Do this, go to the flashtool folder and install the drivers provided
The arc, fastboot, and adb ones
Download an ftf file and flash via flashtool
No kernel.sin needed
Just download the .42 firmware and flash it
Install the drivers tho !
Its in C:\Flashtool\drivers
reboot and then flash

HEY GUYS...
Figured out the problem....
It was reg. the drivers only...When you install CyanogenMod, you have to install S1 boot drivers and that messes up everything when you try to install any other driver next time...
I HAD TO FLASH THE .42 FTF FILE IN MY LAPTOP...So, clearly the problem was with the system and the drivers...
But I had downloaded ARC drivers from SE website and installed ..Dunno why still the problem was there...LEMME KNOW IF U FIND OUT...
Thanks for all your help...
I had thought it to be a problem with flashtool but turned out the other way...
Good day....

[Q] Rooting Xperia Arc 4.0.4

HI Great Minds,
i have recently updated my arc from GB 4.0.2..A.0.62 to ICS 4.1.B.0.431.
i need to root the arc,
i followed so many methods like super one click,doomlord,s fast boot root method and nothing rooted,so i followed a thread, and did like that.
the procedure is, to downgrade to 4.0.3, 4.1.B.0.562 tft thro flashtool.
i tried to do the same, i din get the .562 tft for LT15i, every one advised to use LT18i 's .562 tft, i tried but results in the malfunctioning, all the process are getting force closed. again i tried repair phone thro the pc companion suite and it repaires the changes and now the 4.0.4 rom is working fine.. i need to root my device without flashing it. please help me in this..
Many Thanks in advance.

sri11guru said:
HI Great Minds,
i have recently updated my arc from GB 4.0.2..A.0.62 to ICS 4.1.B.0.431.
i need to root the arc,
i followed so many methods like super one click,doomlord,s fast boot root method and nothing rooted,so i followed a thread, and did like that.
the procedure is, to downgrade to 4.0.3, 4.1.B.0.562 tft thro flashtool.
i tried to do the same, i din get the .562 tft for LT15i, every one advised to use LT18i 's .562 tft, i tried but results in the malfunctioning, all the process are getting force closed. again i tried repair phone thro the pc companion suite and it repaires the changes and now the 4.0.4 rom is working fine.. i need to root my device without flashing it. please help me in this..
Many Thanks in advance.
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with all due respect, that was clearely the wrong process. you can root the 4.0.4 firmware in 2 ways
1) flash 4.0.4( no need in your case) nad then flash the stock kernel of 4.0.3(.562) then, use oneclick root and root your phone .if you want, flash back the stock kernel from 4.0.4
2) download the ready to root firmware from the below link, flash it through flashtool and then use oneclick root exploit for your phone (this file is nothing but the compilation of 4.0.4 firmware and kernel of 4.0.3)
for locked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683189
for unlocked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957

Hi,
Did you try this method ? The ZIP contains all files needed : CLICK HERE
1. Flash LT15i_.ftf via Flashtool
2. Enter recovery by command: fastboot boot recoveryARC.img
( recoveryARC.img from this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...&postcount=169 )
3. Sets scripts assets: ENABLED
4. Flash RootXperia.zip via recovery
5. Reboot device and voila, done. Now device is rooted.
All crédits to the one who post it, i don't remember his name or his thread but it's a good method...

link-in said:
with all due respect, that was clearely the wrong process. you can root the 4.0.4 firmware in 2 ways
1) flash 4.0.4( no need in your case) nad then flash the stock kernel of 4.0.3(.562) then, use oneclick root and root your phone .if you want, flash back the stock kernel from 4.0.4
2) download the ready to root firmware from the below link, flash it through flashtool and then use oneclick root exploit for your phone (this file is nothing but the compilation of 4.0.4 firmware and kernel of 4.0.3)
for locked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683189
for unlocked bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1683957
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both of them are for locked bootloaders

Thanks a lot Great minds!!!! will try this and let great minds know the status.

And for future reference, post on existing threads instead of starting yet another asking the same thing and getting the same answers as on the others.
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I did some ground work before coming to xda.,
Again i am not successful on rooting...
Can i get advice please.

sri11guru said:
I did some ground work before coming to xda.,
Again i am not successful on rooting...
Can i get advice please.
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I had some problems rooting it but got it working, what I did was Just flash doomkernel through flashtool and then install a custom rom through CWM

Questions go in the Q&A section

[Q] How to root sony arc 2.3.4 0.62

Hi all,
I'm new at android devices and i have bought a sony arc phone for days.
I have flash my Arc in android 2.3.4 and unlocked bootloader.
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I do gooling and find many ways to root but it do not work for my case.
I found that there're two best ways:
- Do flash back to 2.3.4 .042 and do rooted , then update via wifi to 2.3.4. .062. I have unlock bootloader then i think that i can not try this way.
- Other way, Go to fastboot mode and then enter recovery section, try to update rootPhone.zip . But when i enter fastboot command it say that you have to rooted your phone first!!!
What should i do now ? I don't want to go for ICS because of battery's time.
Anyone can have suggestion for me.
Thanks,

the only method is that unlock bootloader

roy56120 said:
the only method is that unlock bootloader
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hi roy56120, thanks for your comment.
But i think that you do not read my post, i have unlocked bootloader, but when i try to enter command in fastboot.exe folder , it say that i have to root phone first. Damn, I need fastboot to root but it requires me to roots first???

Fastboot doesn't require rooted phone. You need unlocked bootloader and correct drivers.
You can also relock bootloader and then make OTA update.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium

Did i do anything wrong? please see attach image

tungls1 said:
Did i do anything wrong? please see attach image
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is UR bOOTLOADER unloCKED,

ArcMan09 said:
is UR bOOTLOADER unloCKED,
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Did i do st wrong here .
Im now on ICS stock rom, i really want to go back to GB . Please help me!

Type the thread title in to google!
Sent from my CM9'd Arc

XperienceD said:
Type the thread title in to google!
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
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thank you, i did googling many times before i created this topic.
I also look at some threads on your signature but it can't help?
Can u suggest me another way to root my phone?

There are few threads asking the exact same question, and in those threads contains the answer, so if you have actually googled and not found it I am surprised.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
XperienceD said:
[Q] Rooting confusion (LT18i, gb2.3.4, 4.0.2.A.0.62 )
[Q] How to Root Xperia Arc LT15a 2.3.4 Build: 4.0.2.A.0.62
[Q] Rooting 4.0.2.A.0.62, already have an unlocked bootloader. Help?
[Q] Unable to root Xperia Arc S 4.0.2.A.0.62
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XperienceD said:
There are few threads asking the exact same question, and in those threads contains the answer, so if you have actually googled and not found it I am surprised.
Sent from my CM9'd Arc
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dude, i have read all the thread you post. It actually does not go with my case.
arcording to those threads, I found only one way to root on my arc, re-lock bootloader and do root on 2.3.4 .042
But, the thing is, my arc can not re-lock bootloader :-S because of the method to unlock

Then flash back to .42 and try again.

i am using sony lww with gb 2.3.4.imy phone is not rooted proprly.it shows root fail in adb mode.can u help to root it

http://9jr3.qr.ai
Use this then run Doom's rooting toolkit.
Sent from my LT18i using xda premium

Which app's did you deleted / freezed in Titanium Backup?

Hi,
I looking to know which apps + system files did you deleted OR freezed in YOUR xperia SL (or any other Xperia).
I would appreciate that very much if you will list you apps / system files and what was deleted or freezed.
Thank you so much!

here's what i froze.
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this isn't included those deleted/uninstalled such as Xperia related like Facebook/Twitter apps.

sniper69aka101 said:
here's what i froze.
this isn't included those deleted/uninstalled such as Xperia related like Facebook/Twitter apps.
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So this is ONLY the ones you frozed?
Is there a way to get also the ones that you deleted?
Thank you so much !!!
Do you think that although u own the Acro S - i can execute that on the Xperia SL?
:good:

shabydog said:
So this is ONLY the ones you frozed?
Is there a way to get also the ones that you deleted?
Thank you so much !!!
Do you think that although u own the Acro S - i can execute that on the Xperia SL?
:good:
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yes, from the screenshot attached, that's the only i freeze (actually i'm freezing for testing purposes, if no issue, i will delete/uninstall)
another screenshot those i uninstalled/deleted. please do mind i'm not sure about Xperia SL, but i think most of Xperia Apps is safe to remove.
please do freeze it first, and most of it, try to back it up too. i'm not responsible any breakdown of your device

sniper69aka101 said:
yes, from the screenshot attached, that's the only i freeze (actually i'm freezing for testing purposes, if no issue, i will delete/uninstall)
another screenshot those i uninstalled/deleted. please do mind i'm not sure about Xperia SL, but i think most of Xperia Apps is safe to remove.
please do freeze it first, and most of it, try to back it up too. i'm not responsible any breakdown of your device
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1. What are all the Facebook apps on the deleted list? If i'm using f.b app - it's better for not touching them?
2. Back up = through titanium?
3. Ofcouse you'r not responsible for anything (only for good :good.
Thank you man, so much!!!

those are Xperia Facebook related, you know such as when you are posting status via Facebook widget, it'll come out ...via Xperia Mobile or something like that. and many other thing, which is to me, is bloated.

sniper69aka101 said:
those are Xperia Facebook related, you know such as when you are posting status via Facebook widget, it'll come out ...via Xperia Mobile or something like that. and many other thing, which is to me, is bloated.
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So in case i'm using F.B app - it's better not touching them, am i right?

shabydog said:
So in case i'm using F.B app - it's better not touching them, am i right?
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you just leave FB apps, others can try to freeze it. i still using FB app though.
about back up thingy, back up via recovery.

sniper69aka101 said:
about back up thingy, back up via recovery.
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I didnt install'd a CWM.
Do you know which is the correct/suitable CWM for the xperia SL ?
If do - it would be great if you will give me the link + directions on how to install the CWM !!!
I don't know this too much (i know how to flash/root...)
P.S: i already rooted the SL.
Thanks!

shabydog said:
I didnt install'd a CWM.
Do you know which is the correct/suitable CWM for the xperia SL ?
If do - it would be great if you will give me the link + directions on how to install the CWM !!!
I don't know this too much (i know how to flash/root...)
P.S: i already rooted the SL.
Thanks!
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I think this works with sl too since it does with s:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1594828

bluechelsea said:
I think this works with sl too since it does with s:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1594828
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No. it won't work for the "SL".
I read on the thread: For the gb (gingerbread) only.
If anyones knows where i can get the suite CWM for the SL - it would be great!
bluechelsea - Thanks!
:good:

shabydog said:
No. it won't work for the "SL".
I read on the thread: For the gb (gingerbread) only.
If anyones knows where i can get the suite CWM for the SL - it would be great!
bluechelsea - Thanks!
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Here u go:
http://forum.gsmhosting.com/vbb/f77...ia-s-sl-jelly-bean-locked-bootloader-1682163/
Next time use the google search.

bluechelsea said:
Here u go:
http://forum.gsmhosting.com/vbb/f77...ia-s-sl-jelly-bean-locked-bootloader-1682163/
Next time use the google search.
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Can i upgrade to from ICS to JB by PCCompanion with a Rooted device?
Or by the FlashTool by chosing this option?

shabydog said:
Can i upgrade to from ICS to JB by PCCompanion with a Rooted device?
Or by the FlashTool by chosing this option?
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With Flashtool.

shabydog said:
Can i upgrade to from ICS to JB by PCCompanion with a Rooted device?
Or by the FlashTool by chosing this option?
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Any option u want

bluechelsea said:
Any option u want
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Back to the CWM:
Instead of Flashing the cwm (i prefer the TWRP) - i can install the the TWRP through Goo Manager and then i will have a custom Recovery of TWRP to flash anything i want to?
:good:

shabydog said:
Back to the CWM:
Instead of Flashing the cwm (i prefer the TWRP) - i can install the the TWRP through Goo Manager and then i will have a custom Recovery of TWRP to flash anything i want to?
:good:
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CWMR it's best

skywalkerdroid said:
CWMR it's best
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Please explain - this app is for install any CWM?
Instead of install it with some "flash tool" - just use this app and directly from the phone?

[Q]Advanced Stock Kernel for .230 (C6503)

can someone please share an Advanced Stock Kernel for Xperia ZL (C6503) running .230 fw? please?

Advanced
stock Kernel for XZ is already out. Hopefully XZL will be out soon.
Sent from my C6503 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

ikentoy said:
Advanced
stock Kernel for XZ is already out. Hopefully XZL will be out soon.
Sent from my C6503 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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u want it for rooting or for custom recovery? if u want to root,
unlock bootloader.
flash 10.4.1.B.0.101 advanced stock kernel or any other kernel which has custom recovery preferably CWM.
flash the supersu zip in CWM recovery.
turn off the phone in CWM itself.
then flash back the .230 kernel

anagramgenius said:
u want it for rooting or for custom recovery? if u want to root,
unlock bootloader.
flash 10.4.1.B.0.101 advanced stock kernel or any other kernel which has custom recovery preferably CWM.
flash the supersu zip in CWM recovery.
turn off the phone in CWM itself.
then flash back the .230 kernel
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I want it for rooting. Problem is I Don't know how to strip the kernel from the latest ftf properly or flash just the kernel from ftf. Im using C6503
Edit: and with the latest flashtool there's no dump data button when using sin editor to dump data.
Sent from my C6503 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Hopefully when time permits this weekend i can get my hands dirty. Planning to do this -
Dump partition 17 as bootimg
Unpack dump bootimg
Unpack CM11 bootimg
Mix and match
Repack bootimg
Flash via fastboot
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ikentoy said:
I want it for rooting. Problem is I Don't know how to strip the kernel from the latest ftf properly or flash just the kernel from ftf. Im using C6503
Edit: and with the latest flashtool there's no dump data button when using sin editor to dump data.
Sent from my C6503 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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to flash the kernel only, check everything except KERNEL and FOTA and flash. something like this in screenshot.

anagramgenius said:
to flash the kernel only, check everything except KERNEL and FOTA and flash. something like this in screenshot.
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Wohoo! now Im learning! thank you so much for your efforts responding to my questions!.. More power to you guys..now I will try this method.

ikentoy said:
Wohoo! now Im learning! thank you so much for your efforts responding to my questions!.. More power to you guys..now I will try this method.
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:good:

ikentoy said:
Wohoo! now Im learning! thank you so much for your efforts responding to my questions!.. More power to you guys..now I will try this method.
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Dude just flash any CM Kernel flash the Supersu Zip and flash back stock kernel from ftf. you dont need anything else. :laugh:

ikentoy said:
Advanced
stock Kernel for XZ is already out. Hopefully XZL will be out soon.
Sent from my C6503 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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there is a thread in development section..you can check there by Gustavo brother.but it is not having double tap 2 wake n faux sound