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i have a lt18i arc s with android 4.0.4 build 4.1.L.0.8 there are loads of threads on here but not are for this version, can someone point me in the correct direction.
i went on the sony developers blog and used the *#*#service#*#* and phone software version is:
1253-8238_4.1.L.0.8
GENERIC-user
all the posts have 4.1.B.0.431 not 4.1.L.0.8 i really would like root access and im stuck
It doesn't matter what build it is. The procedure is the same for all ROMs:
0. backup important things
1. downgrade to .403 (only kernel)
2. root (doomlord)
4. upgrade back to .404 (only kernel)
5. enjoy
LE. Whoops! Sorry! Now I notice that really exists a new firmware certified on 19 june. Anyway, you still can flash a *.431 fw.
ctinro said:
It doesn't matter what build it is. The procedure is the same for all ROMs:
0. backup important things
1. downgrade to .403 (only kernel)
2. root (doomlord)
4. upgrade back to .404 (only kernel)
5. enjoy
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can you send me a link to a "guide/tutorial" for the downgrade procedure?
deanage1983 said:
can you send me a link to a "guide/tutorial" for the downgrade procedure?
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Can't root same build number 4.1.B.0.431 ?
l3lieveOne said:
Can't root same build number 4.1.B.0.431 ?
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now im confused?
deanage1983 said:
can you send me a link to a "guide/tutorial" for the downgrade procedure?
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Here it is.
In this thread it is somehow different from what I said.
But, essentially, I did what I said: I had already the .404 installed, I downgraded to .403 flashing the `ready to root` (do not wipe anything [unchecked all], and leave kernel only [check all but kernel]), than rooted the phone and, finally, upgrading back to .404 using the initial kernel only.
ctinro said:
Here it is.
In this thread it is somehow different from what I said.
But, essentially, I did what I said: I had already the .404 installed, I downgraded to .403 flashing the `ready to root` (do not wipe anything [unchecked all], and leave kernel only [check all but kernel]), than rooted the phone and, finally, upgrading back to .404 using the initial kernel only.
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thanks i will do just that
which do i use greece or iberia?
im in uk and have lt18i arc s
deanage1983 said:
which do i use greece or iberia? im in uk and have lt18i arc s
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It does not matter, as long as you are on the old continent
I used Central European. Maybe Generic Global World?
ctinro said:
It does not matter, as long as you are on the old continent
I used Central European. Maybe Generic Global World?
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please excuse my ignorance but what do you mean "old continent" ?
deanage1983 said:
please excuse my ignorance but what do you mean "old continent" ?
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old continent = Europe
Sorry, it was a joke on the fact that Great Britain is an island. Nothing irreverent.
Root Xperia Arc LT18i 4.1.L.0.8
deanage1983 said:
i have a lt18i arc s with android 4.0.4 build 4.1.L.0.8 there are loads of threads on here but not are for this version, can someone point me in the correct direction.
i went on the sony developers blog and used the *#*#service#*#* and phone software version is:
1253-8238_4.1.L.0.8
GENERIC-user
all the posts have 4.1.B.0.431 not 4.1.L.0.8 i really would like root access and im stuck
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Perfect guide for rooting U.K. Three Xperia Arc LT18i 4.1.L.0.8 only...
Rooting your mobile may void the warranty and you are doing it at your own risk. Sony would be in no way responsible for any damage...
Go to settings > Security > Mark "Unknown sources"
Settings > Developer options > Mark USB debugging
Settings > Xperia > connectivity > USB connection mode > select MSC mode
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You should have
Flashtool
http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/
------Download------
1 ) Arc S - Kernel
http://www.4shared.com/file/qNTvdPI6/Lt18i_41A0562_Kernel.html
2) Go to C:/ Drive > flashtool > firmwares > delete everything present and Put the kernel
3) Run Flashtool click on the flashing icon ( left side below "file" option)
Select flashmode > ok
Setup should be like this > select OK
Follow the steps connect your mobile and flash.
Flashtool may show error after flashing kernel, no worries. Even your build number, android version won't change. Everything would remain same. So please don't go to phone settings to check anything
4) After flashing restart your device, It may not start completely, may remain at Sony logo or blank/black.
Whatever the status is, just restart your device and proceed with the rooting--->
( Make sure you close flashtool before running the rooting toolkit )
Now connect your mobile to PC and Root Your Phone
If you face problem in downloading the toolkit then here it is
http://www.mediafire.com/?7dp5k73by10inbf
[ READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY! ]
This script will:__________
1.root ur device using "andorid emulator" trick
2.install Busybox (1.18.4)
3.install SU files (ICS specific)
4.do some checks for free space, tmp directory (will remove Google Maps if required)
Before u begin:___________
1.make sure u have installed adb drivers for ur device
2.enable "USB DEBUGGING" - from (Menu\Settings\Developer Options\Development)
3.enable "UNKNOWN SOURCES" - from (Menu\Settings\Security)
4.[OPTIONAL] increase screen timeout to 10 minutes
5.connect USB cable to PHONE and then connect to PC
6.skip "PC Companion Software" prompt on device
[ WARNING ]
make sure that no other adb server is running in background (e.g.: Flashtool, PCC, SEUS) and disable any antivirus
[ How to install? ]
1.extract ALL the files in the zip
2.now just double click on "runme.bat"
3.sit back read the on screen instructions
4.the device will reboot a couple of times
5.when the script finishes it will say "ALL DONE"
5) Download 4.1.L.0.8 Kernel here....
http://www.4shared.com/zip/u6W3yREf/LT18i_41L08_Kernel.html
Credits goes to Androxyde, Bin4ry, Doomlord
and
Dhruv Shah for uploading 4.1.L.0.8 Kernel
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For Sony Xperia ION LT28 Series – Locked and Unlocked Boot loaders.
THIS TUTORIAL IS IS NOT APPLICABLE FOR ROOTING ICS 6.1.E.3.7 LT28i and LT28h FIRMWARES.
To root these firmwares:
1. Follow Spectre's thread for Pre-rooted firmwares
OR
2. My thread for flashing stock kernel with root. (unlocked boot loaders only)
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This guide is for everyone who wishes to flash the latest ION firmware and then proceed on to root it.
Though this guide is for Xperia ION, but I suppose, this is quite universal and applicable to all Xperia Phones.
Read carefully and understand clearly the process before starting the actual process of flashing. When in doubt, ask your queries in this forum and wait for it to get answered.
The Xperia ION Lt28 exists in 4 variants.
AT&T version with LTE. ( Lt28at )
Rogers Version with LTE. ( Lt28rogers )
International Version with LTE. ( Lt28i )
Version without LTE. ( Lt28h )
Getting Ready
There a a few very essential things that need to be sorted out before you could flash a firmware. I am listing them below.
Connecting the phone to the PC and making it recognize the phone.
(Windows only):
When you connect the phone to the PC for the first time, the phone will prompt you to install the PC Companion S/w on your pc. Go ahead and Install it. In addition to this, essential drivers required for connectivity will also be installed. In windows , both MTP and MSC modes of connectivity work. MTP mode allows access to both Internal and External SD card. MSC mode will allow access of only the External SD card.
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(Linux Only):
It is a little tricky in the case of linux to achieve connectivity. The following are the steps you need to follow:
1. Open Command Window, “ terminal” in case of Gnome base Linux and “konsole” in the case of KDE based Linux. It should be easily accessable through menu.
2. Inside the Command Window type “ sudo gedit /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules” if you are using Gnome or “sudo kwrite /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules” for KDE.
3. Add the below lines into the file and save it.
#Sony Ericsson
SUBSYSTEM=="usb", ATTR{idVendor}=="0fce", MODE="0666"
4. Execute the following command from command window:
chmod a+r /etc/udev/rules.d/51-android.rules
5. Restart Linux now.
6. Connect the phone to the PC, open Command Window and type “ lsusb” without the quotes and press Enter. You should see an output, and you should see a line with the following:
ID 0fce:6177 Sony Ericsson Mobile Communications AB
7. If you don't see it, then you have made a mistake in the previous steps. Retrace the steps again to see that they are correct.
8. Open the phone, go to settings and select Xperia Settings and then select connectivity. Select USB Connection mode as “ Mass Storage Mode (MSC)”. The MTP mode does not work in linux. The support is not yet available.
9. Now when you connect the phone to the Pc it will mount the external_sd card automatically.
The above steps just ensures that the Phone is recognized by the PC and
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Download and Install flashtool and Drivers:
Download flashtool:
Link1 ( http://androxyde.github.com/)
Link 2 Linux ( http://www.sendspace.com/file/0pz8ru)
Link3 Windows ( http://www.mediafire.com/?9d64a4twrqd3w7y)
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Install Drivers:
( Windows Only) After installing Flashtool, navigate into the flashtool folder and go into drivers folder. Double click on the Flashtool-drivers.exe to install the drivers. Restart the computer. This step is not required for Linux Users.
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Download and Install Android Sdk. (Not Mandatory)
Downloading Android Sdk:
Android Sdk can be downloaded from here. ( http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html)
Click on the “SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS” to check that you sysytem meets the minimum requirement.
The downloads are under “SDK Tools Only” section.
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Setting up Android Sdk:
( Windows Only) Installing in Windows is as simple as clicking in the downloaded exe. After installing, start the Sdk Manager. In windows it can be accessed from the start menu. Select Tools Checkbox and then Install Button. Wait for the installation to complete.
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Set up the PATH environment variable to access adb:
( Windows 7)
Select Computer from the Start menu
Choose System Properties from the context menu
Click Advanced system settings > Advanced tab
Click on Environment Variables, under System Variables, find PATH, and click on it.
At the end add the path to android-sdk tools and platform-tools folder.
(Windows XP)
Start -> Control Panel -> System -> Advanced
Click on Environment Variables, under System Variables, find PATH, and click on it.
At the end add the path to android-sdk tools and platform-tools folder.
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Setting up Android Sdk:
(Linux Only)
Right click on the downloaded .tgz file and extract it. Probably, it will create a folder “android-sdk-linux”. Copy the folder to root of your home. Open the file manager and navigate to the android-sdk-linux/tools folder and click on android script to execute it.
It will start the Android Sdk Manager. Select Tools Checkbox and then Install Button. Wait for the installation to complete.
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Set up the PATH environment variable to access adb:
(Linux Only)
Now to set up the PATH environment variable to access adb. For this you need to edit the .bashrc file to setup the path so that adb can be accessed by just typing the command.
Open the command window and type “gedit ~/.bashrc” or “kwrite ~/.bashrc” and add the following lines and save it.
export PATH=${PATH}:~/android-sdk-linux/tools
export PATH=${PATH}:~/android-sdk-linux/platform-tools
Restart the PC.
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Proceed to POST#2 for FLASHING Steps.
Flashing and Rooting ICS on any Xperia ION
Flashing Firmware:
Now comes the easiest part.
So if you have completed the steps from post#1, then you are ready to flash the firmwares. It does not matter if your ION is on Gingerbread or Ice Cream Sandwich, the process of flashing remains the same. Flashing firmwares does not require Bootloader's to be Unlocked.
First and foremost you need to downlod the latest firmware for your Phone. So you head over to this site.
Firmware Links ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1752345 )
After downloading the firmware, follow the Screen shot attachments with the steps below:
1. Start flashtool and click the lightening icon.
2 .Select Flash Mode.
3 .Select firmware to flash.
4. Click OK to start flash.
5. When the screen 5 pop's up, power down the phone. Press power + volume down button simultaneously. If the green led lights up, then the phone is in flash mode.
Flashtool will start flashing automatically. Once it is done flashing, it will show a message that the phone is disconnected.
Now detach the usb cable from the phone and press the power button to start the phone.
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Proceed to POST#3 for ROOTING Steps
Rooting:
FOR LOCKED BOOT LOADERS
As per the developer of this method, it works only on ICS and JB.
To root the phone, first you need to download the rooting kit from here.
( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31545627#post31545627 )
At the time of writing, the latest version available is Version 15. ( http://ul.to/h44f6vni )
This is known to work well with Ion.
Also there is Version 13 which works well for me. ( http://www.mediafire.com/?1q4nt6b63ooaf1s )
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This method of rooting requires the Backup & Restore utility to be installed on the phone. If it is not available by default, on your phone, download it from here. ( https://docs.google.com/file/d/0ByrrmqPijqISWElSQjV1aWVkMVk/edit?pli=1 ) and install it as a normal app.
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Now on the phone, got to settings/developer options for ICS and enable USB debugging. Without this your phone will not be recognized by adb and you won't be able to root your phone.
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Unzip the downloaded rooting kit to the place of your choice.
(Windows only) Connect the phone to the pc. Now navigate to the folder which contains the unzipped contents of the rooting kit. Click on the RunMe.bat. Now follow the instructions.
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(Linux Only) I don't know if the Linux script in the latest version works or not. But it works in the the Version 13, which i have attached to this post. Open the terminal window and navigate to the folder where you have unzipped the rooting kit. Now type the following command and follow the instructions.
chmod +x runme.sh
sudo ./runme.sh
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FOR UNLOCKED BOOT LOADERDS
Flash the stock kernel with Root + Cwm + Init.d support.
Download this kernel.elf and flash it using flashtool.
The Download links and Instructions are on the OP of THIS post.
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LINKS
Here is Captainkrtek's ADB GUIDE
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very well put together guide. thx
now need root instructions for ICS
vladvertigo said:
now need root instructions for ICS
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Rooting method of Xperia S works on our phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1742992
This should go in a sticky as installing ice with LTE too many threads and right now.
Sent from my LT28at using xda premium
Updated Post 2 with rooting method for ICS.
I used this to root before you posted it but it slowed ICS down to point out was almost unusable. Any thoughts on why? Did I screw something up maybe?
Sent from my LT28h using xda premium
Recon Freak said:
I used this to root before you posted it but it slowed ICS down to point out was almost unusable. Any thoughts on why? Did I screw something up maybe?
Sent from my LT28h using xda premium
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I followed the above instructions as it is. I had pre-rooted gingerbread.
ICS is pretty fast, not as fast as Gb, but no lags either.
May be some problem with the ICS Rom zip. Try downloading it again. None have reported this problem.
I'm running it now and it flies. But as soon as I root it happens. I tried it twice from stock ATT and generic .111.
Sent from my LT28h using xda premium
Am I reading wrong? But I currently have ICS. So do I need to like re flash gingerbread then go back to ICS?
Sent from my Sony Xperia Ion
wolf0491 said:
Am I reading wrong? But I currently have ICS. So do I need to like re flash gingerbread then go back to ICS?
Sent from my Sony Xperia Ion
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I think You will need to. Both the batch files need to be executed, to be able to get root.
ganeshbiyer said:
I think You will need to. Both the batch files need to be executed, to be able to get root.
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That's just annoying haha. I'll wait
Sent from my Sony Xperia Ion
So I want to make sure I have this straight!
I have a stock ATT Ion 2.3.7
3. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
4. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
5. Run Step 1.bat
6. Install Ice Cream Sandwich without wiping anything.
(wipe data, wipe cache and wipe apps log are not selected).
Once flashing is done, start the phone manually. It does not reboot automatically.
7. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
8. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
9. Run step 2.bat
And this will give me ROOTED ICS 4.0.4 with locked bootloader?
Then what do I flash to get my LTE radio back? Just the Stock ATT baseband?
Sorry for the noobish question, my Ion is less than a week old and I havent picked insurance through best buy yet so I don't want to brick before I insure it
vpllover said:
So I want to make sure I have this straight!
I have a stock ATT Ion 2.3.7
3. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
4. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
5. Run Step 1.bat
6. Install Ice Cream Sandwich without wiping anything.
(wipe data, wipe cache and wipe apps log are not selected).
Once flashing is done, start the phone manually. It does not reboot automatically.
7. Application Settings: [Unknown sources] checked {Allowed}
8. Application Settings: Development [USB debugging] checked {Allowed}
9. Run step 2.bat
And this will give me ROOTED ICS 4.0.4 with locked bootloader?
Then what do I flash to get my LTE radio back? Just the Stock ATT baseband?
Sorry for the noobish question, my Ion is less than a week old and I havent picked insurance through best buy yet so I don't want to brick before I insure it
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Download the stock GB AT&T, when flash de-select all wipes. Checked everything esle below that Except baseband.
Sent from my LT28h using Tapatalk 2
Thanks for the guide. I had to do it solo, You might want to add in to guide for the noobs how to get into flash mode.
Where is the att ftf files located? Just in case something goes wrong
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erichall82 said:
Where is the att ftf files located? Just in case something goes wrong
Sent from my LT28at using XDA Premium App
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Firmwares are stickied at the top of the ion General forum.
ganeshbiyer said:
Rooting method of Xperia S works on our phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1742992
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FYI - this does have CWM in it, but because it was designed for the Xperia S it doesn't work completely. If someone would be so kind to redesign the CWM in that file for us that would be awesome!
Hi xda developers and users!
ROOT - Sony Xperia S - 6.1.A.2.55 - LOCKED BOOTLADER
To root this mobile phone you need:
- Flashtool // http://xdafileserver.nl/index.php?dir=Sony+(Ericsson)/SE+Xperia+S+(LT26i)/TOOLS/Flashtool
- LT26i_6.0.A.3.75_Generic NL.ftf // http://xdafileserver.nl/index.php? dir=Sony+%28Ericsson%29%2FSE+Xperia+S+%28LT26i%29%2FSTOCK+ROMS%2FGB
- Root tool from Bin4ry // http://uploaded.net/file/0fpyh5c5
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1. download this three things
2. install flashtool
3. unzip the stock rom firmware and copy the .ftf file to your flashtool directory with the firmwares (standard: C:\Flashtool\firmwares)
4. plug in your phone to the computer and the phone and make sure usb debugging is on
5. open up flashtool and click on the lightning icon and chose flashmode
6. chose the firmware 6.0.A.3.75 and let all the settings by wipe,exclude and misc the same [WARNING IT WILL DELETE ALL YOUR PHONE DATA SO IF YOU HAVE SOME THING IMPORTANT THERE BACKUP IT ON THE PC]
7. follow the flashtool instructions(note: instead of pressing the "back button" you must press and hold the "volume down button")
8. after this you have gingerbread on your mobile phone then let your xperia s turned on and wait till a update information appears to 6.1.A.0.452
9. after the update pllug in your phone again and unzip the root tool then open up RunME.bat
10. chose normal mode and wait till it asks you to restore your data
11. to do this you have to go to the app backup & resore app
12. chose rootme and restore it
13. then wait till the root this said that the rooting is done
14. now unplug your phone turn it on and download a root checker to proof your root access
Don't post it here if you didn't create it.
Sent from my Xperia Acro S using Tapatalk 2
dominik07 said:
Hi xda developers and users!
ROOT - Sony Xperia S - 6.1.A.2.55 - LOCKED BOOTLADER
To root this mobile phone you need:
- Flashtool // http://xdafileserver.nl/index.php?dir=Sony+(Ericsson)/SE+Xperia+S+(LT26i)/TOOLS/Flashtool
- LT26i_6.0.A.3.75_Generic NL.ftf // http://xdafileserver.nl/index.php? dir=Sony+%28Ericsson%29%2FSE+Xperia+S+%28LT26i%29%2FSTOCK+ROMS%2FGB
- Root tool from Bin4ry // http://uploaded.net/file/0fpyh5c5
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1. download this three things
2. install flashtool
3. unzip the stock rom firmware and copy the .ftf file to your flashtool directory with the firmwares (standard: C:\Flashtool\firmwares)
4. plug in your phone to the computer and the phone and make sure usb debugging is on
5. open up flashtool and click on the lightning icon and chose flashmode
6. chose the firmware 6.0.A.3.75 and let all the settings by wipe,exclude and misc the same [WARNING IT WILL DELETE ALL YOUR PHONE DATA SO IF YOU HAVE SOME THING IMPORTANT THERE BACKUP IT ON THE PC]
7. follow the flashtool instructions(note: instead of pressing the "back button" you must press and hold the "volume down button")
8. after this you have gingerbread on your mobile phone then let your xperia s turned on and wait till a update information appears to 6.1.A.0.452
9. after the update pllug in your phone again and unzip the root tool then open up RunME.bat
10. chose normal mode and wait till it asks you to restore your data
11. to do this you have to go to the app backup & resore app
12. chose rootme and restore it
13. then wait till the root this said that the rooting is done
14. now unplug your phone turn it on and download a root checker to proof your root access
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So at what point exactly do you install 6.1.A.2.55? All I see is that you end up with 0.452 and you can easily find several rooted versions of that.
You noobs do you even read the forum rules and other post before posting?? idiots.
auni said:
You noobs do you even read the forum rules and other post before posting?? idiots.
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You could be nicer to/go easier on a noob. Not everybody was born knowing everything
His thread will be moved with or without your unkind remarks.
8. after this you have gingerbread on your mobile phone then let your xperia s turned on and wait till a update information appears to 6.1.A.0.452
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It appears the update now 6.1.A.2.55 but it is not possible to root it?
Build Version: 6.1.A.2.55
Phone: Xperia SL
Question:
Can I use Xperia S process to root and unlock my Xperia SL?
iTTi said:
Build Version: 6.1.A.2.55
Phone: Xperia SL
Question:
Can I use Xperia S process to root and unlock my Xperia SL?
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You can use Xperia S methods but you better use this thread for Xperia SL: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2245327
[Index] Xperia SL
Because the method posted in this thread is not actually a rooting method for 2.55 firmware.
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
UPDATED INSTRUCTIONS 23/3/2014
Thought I would share this for anyone that's looking for a complete and full root of this phone, this is not my work I was given these instructions for full root of Sony Xperia M Phone by member xzn credits go to him and others mentioned within method here is the method as follows
- FULL ROOT XPERIA M -
material
- Download Framaroot 1.5.3(http://www.2shared.com/file/x5aus8Wd/comalephzainframaroot_153.html?)
- Busybox Pro v9.7.3 (http://www.2shared.com/file/gPQlU2-Q/BusyBox_Pro_9_7_3.html?)
- Busybox Free (https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=stericson.busybox)
- Tool By Anto Kus (download here http://www.2shared.com/file/e9sDTGJk/rootfixer.html?)
- some snacks and soda
steps
1. Install framaroot 1.5.3 ,open , then select install supersu, then select gandalf, if its failed, try, try n try until success notification appear and ask to reebot,your phone will reboot, after your phone on again , look for supersu app in menu , if supersu not appear in menu try,try n try again until supersu appears
2. Install BusyBox Pro v9.7.3 , if busybox ask for backup, select yes, then busyboz will loading, after 100%, MAKE SURE BUSYBOX IS INSTALLED IN SYSTEM/XBIN select install, select normal install, after success,reboot your XM
up here, Your phone was half rooted (what is half rooted? its mean that your phone can not edit system file, if you try to edit your system file your XM will sudden reboot) (THIS STEP IS SO YOU CAN CREATE A BACKUP OF YOUR SYSTEM SETTINGS BEFORE BUSYBOX IS INSTALLED BUT IF YOUR NOT BOTHERED ABOUT A BACKUP THEN YOU CAN SKIP INSTALLING THIS BUSYBOX VERSION AND DOWNLOAD THE BUSYBOX FREE AND USE THAT ONE TO INSTALL THE LATEST VERSION STRAIGHT AWAY)
3. eat your snack and drink your soda, stay relax 
4. Extact Tool by Anto Kus to your pc (you will get superuser.bat and supersu.bat), then connect your XM (connect by msc and you must have install pcc on your pc), then run supersu.bat when prompted grant root access on phone
your xm will reboot
Once phone reboots wait for pc to detect phone again then finish supersu.bat then unplug device, MAKE SURE TO RERUN THE. bat FILE AGAIN AFTER FIRST REBOOT TO DOUBLE CHECK THAT THE REBOOT FIX HAS BEEN INSTALLED CORRECTLY, BEFORE RUNNING THE SCRIPT AGAIN AFTER PHONE HAS BEEN DETECTED BY THE PC UNPLUG THE PHONE THEN RERUN THE .bat FILE.
5. DOWNLOAD THE LATEST BUSYBOX FREE FROM PLAY MARKET AND LET SMART INSTALL FINISH LOADING, ONCE LOADED SELECT LATEST BUSYBOX VERSION (CURRENTLY AT V1.22.1-stericson) AND MAKE SURE ITS INSTALLED IN SYSTEM/XBIN. ONCE INSTALLED REBOOT PHONE THEN YOUR DONE
Credit to
- Xzn
- Anto Kus
- Hendrico Andre and Muhammad Arif
from Sony Xperia M Indonesia :highfive:
EXTRA
1: BUSYBOX MUST BE INSTALLED TO SYSTEM/XBIN TO WORK IF NOT AND SYSTEM/BIN IS SELECTED THE PHONE WILL REBOOT AND BUSYBOX WILL NOT BE INSTALLED
2: ALL DRIVERS MUST BE INSTALLED ADB ETC...
3: USB DEBUGGING AND MSC MUST BE SELECTED AND TURNED ON
HOW TO UNROOT LONG VERSION:
*only if you used busybox pro*
1. go into busybox and click on restore, let it do its job. A confirmation popup will appear
2. Go into supersu>settings and scroll down to unroot, click it and let it finish
3. Reboot device (NOTE IF YOU'VE RESTORED VIA BUSYBOX THEN SYSTEM WILL BE VERY LAGGY)
4. Go into settings and carry out a factory reset to clear the device fully.
HOW TO UNROOT SHORT VERSION:
1. Refresh stock firmware via flashtool and select wipe cache and wipe data
2. Let device boot up, can take upto 5+ minutes to boot up.
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Indeed anyone tried binary4u?
Thanks for this detailed guide..
I have problem ( or better - my brother ) after succesfull root, run rootfixer, but thats not fix anything... phone still rebooting if i want change some in /system ...please help
icoolguy1995 said:
Indeed anyone tried binary4u?
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Did you install busybox I have tried and tested this method several times and never had any problems follow instructions closely
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yes, installed... (and backed up, and wait for 100% loading, then install - normal)
i folowed closely, and still have problem.
Installed busybox to system/xbin?
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dont know... but when i now open busybox pro, its pointing to system/bin ...So you think i have to change destination to xbin and install it again ?
Install busybox to system/xbin
You'll get a confirmation screen saying busybox has been installed successfully then reboot your phone once booted up rerun root fix for the superuser app you installed then once phone has booted up again try then
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Any luck did that work?
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Many THANKS !!! It working now !!!
mmm273 said:
Many THANKS !!! It working now !!!
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Not a problem I'll try and update that section of the guide
My xda app is playing up everytime I click on original post it FC. I'll try on my laptop
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Hello
I have installed supersu, and BusyB to xbin and after running supersu.bat (xm is connected in msc mode and pcc is installed correctly) i have that message like on scrrenshot and nothing happens
new version
delete:
Im using framaroot 1.6.0 (even 1.6.1 is out there) and its hals rooting my device (like in the guide)
After all operations i cant edit system files :crying:
Do i have to turn on USB Debugging ? Its not mentioned in the guide but i find it in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2450265
Im asking because i cant check it since 7 pm
i cannot access the server to the tool by anto kus
can anyone provide mirror for that link
thanks
Found it usb debugging needs to be enabled for root fix so enable it
I'll upload the tool when I get in from work I have it on my laptop
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aser44 said:
Hello
I have installed supersu, and BusyB to xbin and after running supersu.bat (xm is connected in msc mode and pcc is installed correctly) i have that message like on scrrenshot and nothing happens
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Make sure USB debugging is enabled and that PCC has installed the drivers. It didn't work for me either but after PCC installed the drivers it found my device.
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OK, finally it worked. Everything like in the guide + enabling USB Debugging
Hi, since somebody requested my newroot tool. here is it, enjoy! Tool will root your phone and install cwm recovery, busybox, su, superuser, allso you can unroot at least
Disclaimer:
- Do in mind rooting will modify your android, so you modifyind your android on your own risk, I am not responsible if tool is not working on your device or if tool make your android malfunction, you doing everything on your own risk!
Pre-requirements:
- You must have installed usb drivers! Just simple install Sony PC Companion, if your windows device manager detect unknown device than probably you must point drivers installation to search for propertly driver C:\Program Files\Sony\Sony PC Companion\Drivers directory. When your windows device manager detect your phone propertly than you are ready for rooting/unrooting
How to install (Windows users):
1: Download and extract newroot.rar
2: Enable USB Debugging
-You can do this by going into Settings>About Phone and tapping the Build Number multiple times to activate Developer Options
-Then Settings>Developer Options and check USB Debugging
3: Plug in your phone your PC
4: Run the root software [Pay close attention to your phone]
5: A pop-up will come up on your phone. Allow it
6: Let it do its thing
7: It will reboot and you're rooted
8: Enjoy
How to install (Linux users):
0. First of all you need adb for Linux, I not gona explain where you can download adb for Linux since you need to search XDA and found them byself, everybody know about adb and I not going to explain adb basic things, you need to help byself on that since adb you will need in future for sure
1: Download newroot and put to the same folder with adb binary
2: Enable USB Debugging
-You can do this by going into Settings>About Phone and tapping the Build Number multiple times to activate Developer Options
-Then Settings>Developer Options and check USB Debugging
3: Plug in your phone your PC
4: Run the root software [Pay close attention to your phone] a pop-up will come up on your phone. Allow it! Commands for runing root software is:
Code:
adb push newroot /data/local/tmp/
adb shell chmod 755 /data/local/tmp/newroot
adb shell /data/local/tmp/newroot doit
Allso there is a option for unrooting:
Code:
adb shell /data/local/tmp/newroot unroot
6: Let it do its thing
7: It will reboot and you're rooted
8: Enjoy
Newroot work with all kitkat firmwares but doesn't work with latest kitkat *after 108) .133, .157... firmware or with old JB firmwares!!!
If your running later kernels from out of 108 and newer firmware that you can achieve root following these steps:
1. download the .108 firmware or kernel only
2. flash only the .108 kernel using flashtool
3. Use newroot
4. Reflash back your newer kernel using flashtool
Download (for Windows):
- https://mega.co.nz/#!tFxmUArC!xRCF25Olnq1g228z0jrweytZDHk6M2A7-_RMIN7Dsaw
Download (for Linux):
- http://d-h.st/tBB
Credits:
- geohot libexploit library
Wow... Master munjeni was here.. Awesome...
~Download~
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munjeni said:
Hi, since somebody requested my newroot tool. here is it, enjoy! Tool will root your phone and install cwm recovery, busybox, su, superuser, allso you can unroot at least
Download:
- https://mega.co.nz/#!odBXkSgY!D0d8heDxgqpdALBh3tliHrwO8LuUyjlaX-7unCUgG_U
Credits:
- geohot libexploit library
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upload devhost link plz!
Great Tool !
Uploading on Box, if op allows it
Is Windows or Linux, Mac or directly used on Android?
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Duvel999 said:
Is Windows or Linux, Mac or directly used on Android?
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Itz a .EXE file for Windows
Great work from Great Dev.
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Thanks to the OP for this, looks like a great solution.
Is there any particular firmware you have to be running for this to work? Or do you need to downgrade?
Cheers
Kurt
munjeni said:
Hi, since somebody requested my newroot tool. here is it, enjoy! Tool will root your phone and install cwm recovery, busybox, su, superuser, allso you can unroot at least
Download:
- https://mega.co.nz/#!odBXkSgY!D0d8heDxgqpdALBh3tliHrwO8LuUyjlaX-7unCUgG_U
Credits:
- geohot libexploit library
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Thanks a lot! It works!
Nobody mention models or what kind of rom does this program root why? is very funny no real data, any one with solid comments about models and rom versions?
Sorry if I'm rude but I think we need some info like what firmware version works with this root or any prerequisite should we have before rooting like bootloader being unlocked etc. Also a simple tutorial would be nice for newbies to avoid confusion. Ill test this out on the latest firmware [.108] on an unlocked bootloader and I will report if this is working.
Its booth for locked on unlocked bootloaders but for no already rooted devices (except rooted by our tool), its tested on last 3 android versions. There is 2 things, it can work or not work, you can try in jellybean and let me know (probaly not working). No more words here since tool is very easy and anybody know what to do with them Enjoy if you found them usefull and easy! Anybody can post detail installation here if allready used my aplication, I am lazy sory!
So I just tested it out and it works. So I figured out, why not just make a tutorial video since it's so simple. Here it is http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=06S9GUL9U5s
I enabled USB Debugging and Unknown Sources just to be sure.
No need unknown source since usb debuging is enought! Is not easy? I think very easy Did you tried my recovery after rooting, I just want to know how its working on z1, (you need to press volume button after blue led blink to enter into recovery)
It's really easy to root now. Just 1 click. CWM works too. Here's more proof that it works. Good work man
munjeni said:
Anybody can post detail installation here if allready used my aplication, I am lazy sory!
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Here's the instructions:
1: Download and extract newroot.rar
2: Enable USB Debugging
-You can do this by going into Settings>About Phone and tapping the Build Number multiple times to activate Developer Options
-Then Settings>Developer Options and check USB Debugging
3: Plug in your phone your PC
4: Run the root software [Pay close attention to your phone]
5: A pop-up will come up on your phone. Allow it
6: Let it do its thing
7: It will reboot and you're rooted
8: Enjoy
Also show them my video
I have tear in my eye hehe welcome back and as always very good work!
Great work as usual
munjeni said:
No need unknown source since usb debuging is enought! Is not easy? I think very easy Did you tried my recovery after rooting, I just want to know how its working on z1, (you need to press volume button after blue led blink to enter into recovery)
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Anyone uploading dev host link Plz...
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kaushal7007 said:
Anyone uploading dev host link Plz...
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why you need dev host? mega is not really good but it's ok with small file like this