Dear,
My Xperia ARC USB is bricked and it can not connect to PC or charge.
Already unlocked bootloader and rooted.
Can boot in recovery mode using x-parts.
Now I want to ask: is there any solution to update kernel without fastboot ? (like my case)
Thank you!!!
PS: I still can use this phone because I got 2 battery and a dock charger.
noclose said:
Dear,
My Xperia ARC USB is bricked and it can not connect to PC or charge.
Already unlocked bootloader and rooted.
Can boot in recovery mode using x-parts.
Now I want to ask: is there any solution to update kernel without fastboot ? (like my case)
Thank you!!!
PS: I still can use this phone because I got 2 battery and a dock charger.
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As far as I know, you need Fastboot to flash a kernel to your phone. Install Flashtool, along with the Fastboot drivers, if you haven't done so already. It SHOULD detect your phone. Then, use the Flashmode option to flash any stock firmware, which would unbrick your phone, and following that, use the Fastboot option to flash the kernel of your choice.
MarcSinger said:
As far as I know, you need Fastboot to flash a kernel to your phone. Install Flashtool, along with the Fastboot drivers, if you haven't done so already. It SHOULD detect your phone. Then, use the Flashmode option to flash any stock firmware, which would unbrick your phone, and following that, use the Fastboot option to flash the kernel of your choice.
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Thank you for your reply.
But I cannot use USB in my ARC now. My phone USB is damaged and broken (physical - my mistake above when type brick). I can not use USB cable to connect my phone to PC now.
I look for solution maybe like HTC Hboot or DUMLOCK.
Thank you.
No, not possible, SE phones have different partition layout.
Next time, use search. This has been discussed already. Also use search to find more information, how it actually is.
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HEEELLLLLLLP my xperia play is not working any more after i rooted it for 2 days and its not working so how can i fix it???and can i root it again???
it is r800i and its 2.3.4 and when its chargin it opens the homepage but does not work i mean like when the phone says slide to open i cant use touch screen and if its not in charge it just writes sony erricson
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Moved to Xperia Play Q&A.
You'll probably want to include more information so that others will know how to help you. Such as what all you've tried, what your phones is doing, what software version it had, etc.
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Moved to Xperia Play Q&A.
You'll probably want to include more information so that others will know how to help you. Such as what all you've tried, what your phones is doing, what software version it had, etc.
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Also which model of Play
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its r800i
Try flashing a fresh firmware. You may not be able to boot, but flash mode should still work.
If you need firmware files use the link in my signature.
Sent from a Galaxy far, far away
captain67 said:
Try flashing a fresh firmware. You may not be able to boot, but flash mode should still work.
If you need firmware files use the link in my signature.
Sent from a Galaxy far, far away
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but im a beginner so can u write the steps??? and thx
ozzy122 said:
but im a beginner so can u write the steps??? and thx
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You'll need FlashTool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351299
And the original firmware (.ftf file): http://www.xperiagamer.com/Stock-Roms/234-stock-firmware-for-flashtool.html
1.) Install the FlashTool and software, it will come with drivers for your phone.
2.) Power your phone off.
3.) Hold down the BACK button and plug the USB cable in from computer to phone.
4.) You should see a green LED, meaning you're in Flash Mode.
5.)From there can choose to flash the firmware of your choice (.ftf file).
The FlashTool software is fairly simple to use. The interface is very easy to understand, you shouldn't have any problem.
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You'll need FlashTool: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351299
And the original firmware (.ftf file): http://www.xperiagamer.com/Stock-Roms/234-stock-firmware-for-flashtool.html
1.) Install the FlashTool and software, it will come with drivers for your phone.
2.) Power your phone off.
3.) Hold down the BACK button and plug the USB cable in from computer to phone.
4.) You should see a green LED, meaning you're in Flash Mode.
5.)From there can choose to flash the firmware of your choice (.ftf file).
The FlashTool software is fairly simple to use. The interface is very easy to understand, you shouldn't have any problem.
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thx sooooo much
Its not bricked. Bricked means total hardware failure and it can only be used as a paperweight.
Sent from my R800x using XDA
I recently came into the possession of an Xperia Play and I have been left confused by the situation. The touch screen does not work but the buttons do... It is running the default modded Sony version of Android, It is a few months old and I have a feeling that it is a software problem rather than a hardware problem. I am wondering if there is any rooting method that would be suitable for my situation or should I just give up on the phone?
Any help would be appreciated
flash back to stock and check the touchscreen,
fma965 said:
flash back to stock and check the touchscreen,
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It's not rooted and it's already running the stock version of aneroid. I'm trying to figure out if I could root it without being able to access the phone's settings. I believe installing third party apps is enabled. Should I just try superoneclick or would I risk bricking it
Yii don't need to have it rooted to flash back to stock...just download the stock.ftf and flash it via flashtool
Here is the link for flashtool http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351299
Here some stock fw http://www.xperiagamer.com/XXX-Zone/Stock-Roms/
cippi21 said:
Yii don't need to have it rooted to flash back to stock...just download the stock.ftf and flash it via flashtool
Here is the link for flashtool http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351299
Here some stock fw http://www.xperiagamer.com/XXX-Zone/Stock-Roms/
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There's a problem with that too. Flashtool wont recognise that there's a device connected since I can access the "Allow USB" on my phone Can you think of any ways around that?
Pup_Skag said:
There's a problem with that too. Flashtool wont recognise that there's a device connected since I can access the "Allow USB" on my phone Can you think of any ways around that?
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you realise flashtool requires the device to be in flashmode right? its either back or search during usb connected but i always get confused which 1 it is
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fma965 said:
you realise flashtool requires the device to be in flashmode right? its either back or search during usb connected but i always get confused which 1 it is
Sent from my Samsung N130 Netbook powered by Android-x86
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Of course... that's embarrasing Right , ok ... I flashed 2.3.3 on it and the touchscreen still isn't working! hmmm... should I just give up on it or is there anything else I could do?
Pup_Skag said:
Of course... that's embarrasing Right , ok ... I flashed 2.3.3 on it and the touchscreen still isn't working! hmmm... should I just give up on it or is there anything else I could do?
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my vote is hardware issue
Sent from my R800i using Tapatalk 2
agree possibly digitizer issue...in that case u can buy a cheap one on ebay
Hey there, I have someone who locked themselves out of their Rogers Sony Xperia Arc and I'm trying to hard reset the device to remove the code and make the phone usable for them again.
Unfortunately as I've done my research it looks more and more like these branded phones can't be put in to fastboot mode so I can't unlock the bootloader. I've attempted to over ride the drivers, I've plugged the device in while off and held menu and I get a green/yellow LED indicator instead of the blue one I need, and have no access to the actual device itself when turned on due to the screen lock.
Can anyone help? I have the FastBoot folders and the USB drivers (x86 and x64) downloaded and ready to go as well as the key.
Flash a stock ftf or use the Update service, done.
XperienceD said:
Flash a stock ftf or use the Update service, done.
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I can't access the recovery menu to put it in to download mode. I must apologize if I sound like I don't know what I'm doing. I've never dealt with a Sony device before. Most of my experience is Samsung with a little HTC.
Could you explain what you mean a little bit better? Maybe link a tutorial? I'd be much obliged.
L33t Masta said:
Could you explain what you mean a little bit better? Maybe link a tutorial? I'd be much obliged.
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XperienceD said:
The Flashtool, Updating, Unbricking & De-Branding:
PLEASE NOTE:
If you have Un-Locked your Bootloader DO NOT UPDATE Over The Air (O.T.A) or YOU WILL BRICK your Device. If you have Bricked then see THIS thread with how to Restore your Phone.
{RECOVER SOFT-brick}[2012 XPERIA's]Recover ALL 2012 XPERIAs from SOFT-brick
[Remote Support] Fully Repair Dead Xperias Arc/Neo/Play/X10/X8/W8/Mini/MiniPro ALL
The Flashtool is simply what it says on the tin, it's a tool that flashes Firmware to your device in a similar manner as SEUS or PC Companion does except the Flashtool requires .ftf files which can be downloaded from your devices General or Development forum. This is generally the preferred method for Repairing your Phone if SEUS or PC Companion aren't an option or you just prefer not to use them. You can also use the Flashtool to flash a Generic .ftf to your device which will remove any Operator Branding from your device.
This video by BlueChipJ explains the process of using the Flashtool...
...or you can use (specific Phones only) the Official Sony Flash Tool. See maxio1998's thread for more info - [TOOL]Official Sony Flash Tool | Unlocked Devices
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well,its my turn,mi arc s is dead,no battery,no led,no start and no charge,whats going?before i going to sleep phones battery 35% and 9 hours after(deep sleep?) phone dead!Any fix?Thanks
If you have locked bootloader - Download PC Companion, Support Center, repair your phone.
If you have unlocked bootloader - Download EMMA, use it to flash stock firmware - guide http://developer.sonymobile.com/2012/12/06/new-flash-tool-from-sony-for-unlocked-xperia-smartphones-video-beta-download/
If you wish to go the advanced way - Download Flashtool, find and download proper firmware (in FTF format), flash it to your phone.
If you have no idea, what is bootloader or which one you have, use the first, locked, one. If it fails, try the second, unlocked, method.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask. For Flashtool, just use the search tool to look around the forum. There are lots of tutorials, links, info etc.
Someguyfromhell said:
If you have locked bootloader - Download PC Companion, Support Center, repair your phone.
If you have unlocked bootloader - Download EMMA, use it to flash stock firmware - guide http://developer.sonymobile.com/2012/12/06/new-flash-tool-from-sony-for-unlocked-xperia-smartphones-video-beta-download/
If you wish to go the advanced way - Download Flashtool, find and download proper firmware (in FTF format), flash it to your phone.
If you have no idea, what is bootloader or which one you have, use the first, locked, one. If it fails, try the second, unlocked, method.
If you have any questions, feel free to ask. For Flashtool, just use the search tool to look around the forum. There are lots of tutorials, links, info etc.
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ok.im unlocked BL whit Omnius(testpoint),Fashtool no detect the phone,PCCompanion-no detect,I cant change the kernel,no led ,yesterday phone works fine without problems,....My last ROM-Dark Rom-4.2.2 with 3.4.53 kernel and i have a backup but phone no charge,no start,no led.......my inglish is too bad
I went to bed, the phone had 35% battery, when I got up this morning I was off, will not start, no load, the computer does not recognize
Weird, are you sure, that you were not using the phone when it happened?
Did you install drivers for Flashtool? Did it give any kind of error? Post the log, if you can.
Someguyfromhell said:
Weird, are you sure, that you were not using the phone when it happened?
Did you install drivers for Flashtool? Did it give any kind of error? Post the log, if you can.
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I guess the phone goes into "deep sleep" like all night and no one else touches, the flashtool not detect the phone so I can not get any log, I have all the drivers installed -fastboot&flash.....simply will not start in any way
Does fastboot mode work?
Someguyfromhell said:
Does fastboot mode work?
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no
How long was the phone on the charger?
Sent from my X10 using xda premium
tangosierra_ said:
How long was the phone on the charger?
Sent from my X10 using xda premium
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3-4 hours and still dead,I'm going to SAT,thanx
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Hey guys!, I need some help over here, i have read many post like mine, but i cant find a solution, i have rooted my phone succesfuly now i want to update the kernel and install a custom rom, but im stuck in the fastboot command window it says "waiting for device", here are some pics, to explain it better, drivers seems to be fine, i tryed diferent usb port, im runinig W7... please help.
PsychopathMx said:
Hey guys!, I need some help over here, i have read many post like mine, but i cant find a solution, i have rooted my phone succesfuly now i want to update the kernel and install a custom rom, but im stuck in the fastboot command window it says "waiting for device", here are some pics, to explain it better, drivers seems to be fine, i tryed diferent usb port, im runinig W7... please help.
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Do you have R800a model? Did you unlocked your bootloader with testpoint?
Also, try back usb port on your motherboard, not front ones
Thanks for your reply, Yes it is a R800a, i used DooMLoRD_v4_ROOT-zergRush-busybox-su, to unlock the phone,
i have tried back usb ports too, and well my pc does detect the device even if it is in recovery, but fastboot doesnt.
Bakisha said:
Do you have R800a model? Did you unlocked your bootloader with testpoint?
Also, try back usb port on your motherboard, not front ones
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PsychopathMx said:
Thanks for your reply, Yes it is a R800a, i used DooMLoRD_v4_ROOT-zergRush-busybox-su, to unlock the phone,
i have tried back usb ports too, and well my pc does detect the device even if it is in recovery, but fastboot doesnt.
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ZergRush method is just for rooting, not for "unlocking phone". Rooting is just a way to grant you root user right on your phone (and you can do it on locked bootloader, wich you obviously did). To be able to install custom kernel, you must first unlock bootloader
I don't have R800a model, so i can't help you much, but you can help yourself by reading sticky threads in "general" and "Q&A" sections to inform yourself about your phone, because R800a model is little specific (it doesn't have fastboot access, kernels can be flashed only in flash mode, and only when bootloader is unlocked via testpoint method)
Hey thanks, i didnt knew that, and well it seems that my phone is now unlocked i used wotanserver (pics below 7.99 UE not bad), i still dont have access to fastboot as you mention, now i download flashtool, and well, i am stuck what i have to do now? i have the kernel, the room, i dont know if im missing something.
Bakisha said:
ZergRush method is just for rooting, not for "unlocking phone". Rooting is just a way to grant you root user right on your phone (and you can do it on locked bootloader, wich you obviously did). To be able to install custom kernel, you must first unlock bootloader
I don't have R800a model, so i can't help you much, but you can help yourself by reading sticky threads in "general" and "Q&A" sections to inform yourself about your phone, because R800a model is little specific (it doesn't have fastboot access, kernels can be flashed only in flash mode, and only when bootloader is unlocked via testpoint method)
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PsychopathMx said:
Hey thanks, i didnt knew that, and well it seems that my phone is now unlocked i used wotanserver (pics below 7.99 UE not bad), i still dont have access to fastboot as you mention, now i download flashtool, and well, i am stuck what i have to do now? i have the kernel, the room, i dont know if im missing something.
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You don't have fastboot, but you can stll flash kernel with flashtool in flasmode connected (back button pressed while plugging i phone)
There is thread for kernels in ftf format at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2350707 that korrectmethod made for guys like you.
Thank you so much Bakisha, i finally install both kernel and rom (Doomlord V14 and AtoMic GB 7.0), it is working like a charm! my only issue is that now, when i pull the game pad, it doenst display the games to select the one i want to play, i mean the dashboard, do i need an app? anyways it looks and feel great, i was about to giving up but it worked at the end, overclock works great at 1.2 Ghz.
and well thx again!.
Bakisha said:
You don't have fastboot, but you can stll flash kernel with flashtool in flasmode connected (back button pressed while plugging i phone)
There is thread for kernels in ftf format at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2350707 that korrectmethod made for guys like you.
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PsychopathMx said:
Thank you so much Bakisha, i finally install both kernel and rom (Doomlord V14 and AtoMic GB 7.0), it is working like a charm! my only issue is that now, when i pull the game pad, it doenst display the games to select the one i want to play, i mean the dashboard, do i need an app? anyways it looks and feel great, i was about to giving up but it worked at the end, overclock works great at 1.2 Ghz.
and well thx again!.
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just download xperia play launcher from market
YW