Develop Bugs

Reinstalling stock recovery - help requested

So as will be immediately obvious, I am new to posting on this site and I'm sure the title will explain why. Before I start, I was using (the 'was' will be explained later) a rooted stock ROM and I had not backed it up (the instructions I used forgot to mention it).
The 2.17 HOX OTA update was finally released by three (I'm currently on 1.28) and I hoped that this update would fix several problems I've been having (standard HOX problems like battery life, camera quality, lag, and an ever growing system data). So I was fairly desperate to install this update, but when I tried clockwork recovery told me that it failed, and by using google I discovered that I'm not the only one with this problem.
This where I get stupid. In desperation to install this update I found that SuperSu has an option to full unroot and I hoped that this would reinstall the stock recovery in the process, but now I am left with an unrooted phone with clockwork recovery installed.
If anyone can help me reinstall the stock recovery so I can install this update I'd very much appreciate it. I apologise if I was long winded, I just felt it better to try and explain the whole situation.
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app

I'm not sure what's stopping you from installing the stock recovery?
fastboot flash recovery stock-recovery.img

Thanks for replying. I'm not very knowledgeable at this so I'm not sure how to, and would I need to use a computer or can I do it directly on my phone?
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app

adb reboot-bootloader
adb flash recovery recovery.img
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
do you have the stock reocvery.img?

No I don't think so, can I download it? Should I already have it, and if so where would it be?
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app

Mbennett156 said:
No I don't think so, can I download it? Should I already have it, and if so where would it be?
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hold on ill upload it for you

Thanks
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app

Mbennett156 said:
Thanks
Sent from my HTC One X using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
recovery for 1.28

hamdir said:
recovery for 1.28
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thanks so much. how do i flash it? if it's too much trouble i'm sure i could find it on google

@Mbennet
hamdir said:
recovery for 1.28
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Place it in your fastboot Android-SDK folder on your PC (C:/Android-SDK/platform-tools)
Put phone into fastboot USB
Open command prompt on PC
CD c:/Android-SDK/platform-tools
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium HD app

chrisjcks said:
@Mbennet
Place it in your fastboot Android-SDK folder on your PC (C:/Android-SDK/platform-tools)
Put phone into fastboot USB
Open command prompt on PC
CD c:/Android-SDK/platform-tools
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium HD app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thanks so much for your help and quick replies my phone is currently on low battery as i've spent all day frantically trying to figure this out, but when it is charged i'll let you know if this is successful :good:
EDIT: the computer i'm using at the moment is not the same computer that i used when i rooted (that one broke unfortunately) can i just create that folder or do i need to redownload other files?

Mbennett156 said:
thanks so much for your help and quick replies my phone is currently on low battery as i've spent all day frantically trying to figure this out, but when it is charged i'll let you know if this is successful :good:
EDIT: the computer i'm using at the moment is not the same computer that i used when i rooted (that one broke unfortunately) can i just create that folder or do i need to redownload other files?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You need to install Android SDK on the PC you want to do this on.
http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html
Update/install everything on it once installed.
Then you can begin.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium HD app

chrisjcks said:
@Mbennet
Place it in your fastboot Android-SDK folder on your PC (C:/Android-SDK/platform-tools)
Put phone into fastboot USB
Open command prompt on PC
CD c:/Android-SDK/platform-tools
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Premium HD app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have just successfully reinstalled the stock recovery, and although I am very grateful for your help, you forgot to mention the next step which was to type "fastboot oem lock" on command prompt.
Thanks again!

Mbennett156 said:
I have just successfully reinstalled the stock recovery, and although I am very grateful for your help, you forgot to mention the next step which was to type "fastboot oem lock" on command prompt.
Thanks again!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I would have done had you kept your ongoing progress posted.
But guess you figured it out yourself, congrats.
Sent from my HTC One X using XDA Premium HD app

[Q] Unlocking Arc S

Hello,
I am currently trying to unlock my arc S.
Here is what I have done,
- I have installed Android SDK
- I have installed the Google USB driver package
- I have copy and replaced 'android_winusb.inf'
- I have updated the driver (S1 boot fastboot) and selected the USB driver folder
But it is saying 'Windows could not find drive software for your device.'
Can anybody help me?
Thanks
Andrew

andrewfok007 said:
But it is saying 'Windows could not find drive software for your device.'
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
What is?

Youre missing fastboot tools
Sent from my LT15i using xda premium

TheHaso said:
Youre missing fastboot tools
Sent from my LT15i using xda premium
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Are the talking about the 4 files? I have added them into the tool folder already. And still i cab't install the driver.

I have followed the unlock bootloader instructions to step 13 at the Sony Site (unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions)
Can anybody see why the drive cannot be installed?

[Q] Fastboot Problem

When I connected my xplay in fastboot mode to PC and tried to flash kernel with fastboot, fastboot said <waiting for device>, can anyone help me???
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

Reboot your xperia play when plugged into your pc. Hold the search button key while its booting up.

sedotwc01 said:
When I connected my xplay in fastboot mode to PC and tried to flash kernel with fastboot, fastboot said <waiting for device>, can anyone help me???
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
There are a few things you must do
1. You must install flashmode and fastboot drivers
2.you must select xperia play as current device
3. Reboot into fastboot via ADB
4. Once booted into fastboot mode, click on select kernel to flash.

Xperia Gamer said:
There are a few things you must do
1. You must install flashmode and fastboot drivers
2.you must select xperia play as current device
3. Reboot into fastboot via ADB
4. Once booted into fastboot mode, click on select kernel to flash.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have already done what you say, LED is also blue, but fastboot still say waiting for device, any idea?
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

Try the command:
fastboot devices

Solar.Plexus said:
Try the command:
fastboot devices
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
there is no response, this is a seriuos problem, because I cant mod my xplay anymore
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

What operating system are you using?
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2

brainard52 said:
What operating system are you using?
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk 2
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I'm using both windows7 32 and 64, so any idea?
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

Use flashtool's fastboot mode. Easy and fast

jeff7424 said:
Use flashtool's fastboot mode. Easy and fast
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

Default Re: [Q] Fastboot Problem
sedotwc01 said:
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I know it's a pain to do but have you tried returning to stock and starting all over again?I take that flashmode works?That's what I would do if it happened on my phone:good:
EDIT Try disable antivirus

The real question is: have you run flashtool or the command line in "administrator mode"?

RozenTensai said:
The real question is: have you run flashtool or the command line in "administrator mode"?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
always sir, this the problem
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

simple fix
sedotwc01 said:
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Update your version of flashtool uninstall the drivers from device manager. Reinstall never androxide flastool reinstall drivers make sure debugging is enabled. Then you should he good to go. If it don't work that means you need a new micro USB cable..
Problem solved next.

Same Problem
sedotwc01 said:
always sir, this the problem
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yep same problem for me:/ and i cant fix it but anyway , try to reflash your rom use generic rom my bl is unlocked so i dont know what is the problem iam not a pro*-* , try to reflash your rom my tip.

MynKry said:
Yep same problem for me:/ and i cant fix it but anyway , try to reflash your rom use generic rom my bl is unlocked so i dont know what is the problem iam not a pro*-* , try to reflash your rom my tip.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
with generic stock rom?? whats version, .42 .58 or .62? and then I can flash doomkernel??
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app

install your drivers
sedotwc01 said:
I already use flashtool, even people in dev forum cant solve this problem
Sent from my R800i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
if that dont work try another cable!

Also make sure you are using a USB 2.0 port as 3.0 has lots of problems with flashing
sent from my Sony Ericsson Xperia Play™(r800x) Running Slimbean 3.0 using Tapatalk 2™

Try using these drivers:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=37752501&postcount=136

Xperia s 4.12 cannot install fastboot driver

I would like to unlock the phone. However, i cant install the driver which i download from the web. Therefore, i fail to enter fastboot mode and cannot do anything to unlock the bootloader. My question is that do i need special driver for 4.1.2
I have tried it in both windows 7 and windows 8
Sent from my LG-P760 using xda app-developers app

cheong12001 said:
I would like to unlock the phone. However, i cant install the driver which i download from the web. Therefore, i fail to enter fastboot mode and cannot do anything to unlock the bootloader. My question is that do i need special driver for 4.1.2
I have tried it in both windows 7 and windows 8
Sent from my LG-P760 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
well.. you can try download flashtool.. n install the driver from there ... :good:

Yes, i have try flashtool 0.9.11.0
And getting no response in windows 8
Sent from my LG-P760 using xda app-developers app

cheong12001 said:
Yes, i have try flashtool 0.9.11.0
And getting no response in windows 8
Sent from my LG-P760 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Search for this and download it, it will install your drivers : Flashtool-drivers [ It's an EXE ]

from what I know. windows 8 has some problem installing the fastboot driver.
tgere is a guide for installing the driver
sent from my aoba device :3

cheong12001 said:
I would like to unlock the phone. However, i cant install the driver which i download from the web. Therefore, i fail to enter fastboot mode and cannot do anything to unlock the bootloader. My question is that do i need special driver for 4.1.2
I have tried it in both windows 7 and windows 8
Sent from my LG-P760 using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
for win 8 try disabling driver signature
http://www.fotoclubinc.com/blog/how...on-of-windows-7-printer-drivers-on-windows-8/
for drivers
http://www.mediafire.com/download/t8fl1hkoe0hn1f0/Xperia_USB-ADB_Drivers.zip
and remember dont use usb 3.0 ports.... use only usb2.0 port to connect ur phone.

[Q] Sony Xperia S Unlock BOatloader

hi guyz i have xperia s LT26 and i have to flash a custom rom but problem is that i cant unlock my boatloader. please guyz help me out how can i unlock the boatloader i tried alot but nothing works.. just writing waiting for deviec

Mansoor1223 said:
hi guyz i have xperia s LT26 and i have to flash a custom rom but problem is that i cant unlock my boatloader. please guyz help me out how can i unlock the boatloader i tried alot but nothing works.. just writing waiting for deviec
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Here : http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/

Mansoor1223 said:
hi guyz i have xperia s LT26 and i have to flash a custom rom but problem is that i cant unlock my boatloader. please guyz help me out how can i unlock the boatloader i tried alot but nothing works.. just writing waiting for deviec
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
See here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376290
Sent from my LT26ii using xda app-developers app

not worked
pracas said:
See here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31376290
Sent from my LT26ii using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
hello,, i checked my device there is written Bootloader Unlock Allowed:Yes and when i use standart method or unlocking bootloader so it doesnt works,,, and now i use flash tool to unlock it but when i connected it in flashmode so there was written you device cannot be officialy unlocked... so guys please tell me and show me usb drivers for windows 7 to support device in fastboot mode please help

Mansoor1223 said:
hello,, i checked my device there is written Bootloader Unlock Allowed:Yes and when i use standart method or unlocking bootloader so it doesnt works,,, and now i use flash tool to unlock it but when i connected it in flashmode so there was written you device cannot be officialy unlocked... so guys please tell me and show me usb drivers for windows 7 to support device in fastboot mode please help
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
If your device says bootloader unlocked allowed= yes, then I suggest you to use that tool which is explained at the previous link. I unlocked my bootloader using that. Believe me that really works!
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app

drivers issue
pracas said:
If your device says bootloader unlocked allowed= yes, then I suggest you to use that tool which is explained at the previous link. I unlocked my bootloader using that. Believe me that really works!
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
but bri there is drivers issue,,, when i connect it in fastboot mode so when computer driver installation starts the device blue light goes red and start charging and the driver installation proceess goes cancel... please show me a software which includes every driver so it can support/detect my device in fastboot mode.... in flashtool there is written your device cannot be officialy unlocked

Mansoor1223 said:
but bri there is drivers issue,,, when i connect it in fastboot mode so when computer driver installation starts the device blue light goes red and start charging and the driver installation proceess goes cancel... please show me a software which includes every driver so it can support/detect my device in fastboot mode.... in flashtool there is written your device cannot be officialy unlocked
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
To install fastboot drivers you have to be very fast, 2 or 3 times practice is necessary. Going to device manger install your driver so quickly then you can get your phone at fastboot mode easily. You won't get time more than 3 to 4 seconds.....!
I think, you already have fastboot drives downloaded at your PC, thanks!
If the problem again remains, please update your flashtool...! This also may be an issue.
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app

noting works
pracas said:
To install fastboot drivers you have to be very fast, 2 or 3 times practice is necessary. Going to device manger install your driver so quickly then you can get your phone at fastboot mode easily. You won't get time more than 3 to 4 seconds.....!
I think, you already have fastboot drives downloaded at your PC, thanks!
If the problem again remains, please update your flashtool...! This also may be an issue.
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
bro even it tried more than 20 times but problem remains the same,, it was same as my htc,, my htc had the same problem but once i tried and done,,, i have some experience in flashing and rooting but this xperia annoyes me alot.... please help me,,, show me the drivers,,,,

Mansoor1223 said:
bro even it tried more than 20 times but problem remains the same,, it was same as my htc,, my htc had the same problem but once i tried and done,,, i have some experience in flashing and rooting but this xperia annoyes me alot.... please help me,,, show me the drivers,,,,
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can find driver installer in flashtool driver, just locate your flashtool installation driver , if I remember correctly there will be driver folder..
Sent from my C6603 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

Mansoor1223 said:
bro even it tried more than 20 times but problem remains the same,, it was same as my htc,, my htc had the same problem but once i tried and done,,, i have some experience in flashing and rooting but this xperia annoyes me alot.... please help me,,, show me the drivers,,,,
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Try this drivers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41724482
But don't forget to use latest version of flashtool. And disable the anitivirus in pc if running, that had helped at least for me...!
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app

recovery
pracas said:
Try this drivers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41724482
But don't forget to use latest version of flashtool. And disable the anitivirus in pc if running, that had helped at least for me...!
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thanks alot,,,,, my bootloader is unlocked and now please tell me how to flash cwm recovery to xperia s and how to go into recovery mode\

restarting issue
pracas said:
Try this drivers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41724482
But don't forget to use latest version of flashtool. And disable the anitivirus in pc if running, that had helped at least for me...!
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
please help me my phone is now restarting time to time

Mansoor1223 said:
thanks alot,,,,, my bootloader is unlocked and now please tell me how to flash cwm recovery to xperia s and how to go into recovery mode\
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Use this kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=42005739
This is advanced stock kernel which has pre-loaded CWM recovery, when phone reboots you will get led to yellow then press volume + & you can use working recovery!
And then flash latest 6.2.B.1.96 FW..!
But if u want rooted 1.96, don't forget to follow this tutorial...!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=44918676
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app