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[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

[TOOL] RecoverX - Recovery installer for almost all android devices

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Hello world !!!
I've created a project of a new kind : The RecoverX Project
The goal of this project is to gather ALL the recoveries for ALL android devices in ONE tool which install them on the devices. RecoverX is coded in C++ thanks to QtSDK and allow to install a recovery on more than 150 different devices !!!
You just have to select your device and the recovery, click "Install" and RecoverX does the rest !!! It's that simple
This program require different prerequesties, depending of your device
- Wether you need an unlocked bootloader to flash the recovery partition (and fastboot drivers on your PC)
- Wether you need root access and usb debugging activated (if busybox is not installed, RecoverX will ask you the permission to install it).
This program have been published on XDA News : Here
Here is the list of supported devices :
Finally, a small preview
Awesome !!! Where is the download link ???
Here : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1773227​

Wow! Nice! Its original CWM or a based CWM recovery?

It's a based CWM Recovery !!! But still have some minor bugs, that's why it's written "Beta".

How can I acces CWM after installation?

Just tap the screen several time when the SE logo appear.

LEDelete said:
Just tap the screen several time when the SE logo appear.
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I did, but doesn't work :[

Do you have "charger", "chargemon" & "recovery.tar" files into /system/bin ???

LEDelete said:
Do you have "charger", "chargemon" & "recovery.tar" files into /system/bin ???
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no... do you have a link/tutorial for that?

Go to "settings" > "log" and click on Log. Then, plug your device and run the log and send me a PM with the log.txt file.
Thanks

Nevermind. I had root but lost it again when reflashing ICS. I'm gonna sell this phone. It is the worst phone I ever bought for hacking such a dissapointment. Thanks for your tool anyways.

turkification said:
Nevermind. I had root but lost it again when reflashing ICS. I'm gonna sell this phone. It is the worst phone I ever bought for hacking such a dissapointment. Thanks for your tool anyways.
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Omg, how smart are you? Why didn't I think of that!
Don't use tools, use the proper hacking.
And if you were as good as hacker as you claim you are,
you'd know that's not true what you said. But it's ok.
Sell it. I hope the next owner will appreicate your loss as his/her gain.

Hey if we install CWM as this method just install in our system file. Some ROM cannot accept install with CWM like this . because it will format system partition . we have to use kernel integrated CWM

This tool is just for stock rom for people who can't or who doesn't want to unloc their bootloader.

working on XperiaS lock BL MIUI 2.7.20

Yes, it work on Xperia S but only on stock rom and not on stock rom
EDIT : stock rom

but MIUI is a custom rom

Sorry, I'm tired, the tool is only compatible with stock rom

MIUI is a custom rom but your recovery working on it, testet by me and it is workin great. Offcourse im using stock kernel.

Ok, thanks a lot !!! I prefered to said no because I was not sure about this...

LEDelete said:
Hello everyone !!!
I've created a new GUI tool for all Xperia devices (included Xperia S as BETA) to install a recovery automatically such as CWM Recovery (as BETA).
Let me present you RecoverX !!!
Here is the list of supported devices for the moment :
Xperia P (beta) (unlocked bootloader) [NEW]
You need to be rooted, busybox installed on your phone and USB Debugging activated. Finally, you need to be on 2.3 Stock ROM
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On Xperia P is not working.
unlocked bootloader, rooted, busybox installed, USB Debugging activated - That's all there is.
Stock kernel

Xperia S : How To Recover Phone To Stock By Using Flashtool.

This is a beginners tutorial on how to revert back to STOCK firmware using Flashtool by @Androxyde
I'm sure there must have been many more tutorials on this, but this post is modified for simplicity with image for new users. ​
Has Your Mobile
Soft Brick
Not Responding After A Mistake In Flash
Only LED Shows Green/Red/Blue Light
Bootloops Troubling?
Make the phone as good as new.
Then this guide will help you to recover your phone back to STOCK.
Things You Need Before Returning To Stock
Flashtool
ftf file for your Xperia S
NOTE : DO NOT CONNECT THE PHONE AT THE START. ONLY CONNECT WHEN ASKED BY FLASHTOOL
Here is a stock rar file for Xperia S ---> http://depositfiles.com/files/xjty40tgk
[FIRMWARE][6.1.A.2.45] World Generic
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Now Lets Get Down To Business.
Flash it using latest version of Flashtool
1. Download the Firmware
2. Extract the .rar
3. Put the .ftf in <flashtool directory>/firmwares/
4. Run flashtool
5. Click flash or thunder icon
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6. Flash mode, Ok
7. Select from left panel the correct firmware --> Lt26i 6.1.A.2.45 SG Generic (Your ftf File in firmware folder)
8. Click Ok!
9. OK ... Wait for a connection pop-up
10. Do not follow the instruction there, Just Connect Xperia S holding volume down button
11. Wait for installation to complete (When no more loading and the log shows Reboot and enable android debugging)
12. Unplug device and reboot
13. Close flashtool.
That Should Bring You Back To Stock!
If after that if you really want to bring your phone back to factory comdition.
For Making the Phone As Good As New
RELOCK THE BOOTLOADER that should do the trick!
For Relocking Flash the Attached "Xperia S Relock File" Given below
In The Same Manner Following Every Step.
In Step 7 Select Relock Xperia S File
Flash!
And You Are Done!
Hit Thanks if it Helped You!

This is covered in Soft Brick recover thread......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1849170

s-X-s said:
This is covered in Soft Brick recover thread......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1849170
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Yes You Are Right!
But Any New User Will Not Like To Go Through Such A Long Process If HE/SHE is feeling helpless.
Again this is Modified for new users..
Giving them exactly what they want is top most priority.
Regards,
Dwarkesh Soren

My acro s become brick during relocking process...pls hlp me
it only shows "sony".

Ok I did fallow the directions. My ion does not respond to anything so first i removed the battery wire from motherboard for 5 minutes then I locked in on position volume - and connected it to pc with flashtool running with my firmware ready to flash. after few hours when I check it flasing tool command lanes have"Flashig finished, disconnect the device,for the flashing tool unknown sources and debugging must be check in,device connected in flash mode,device disconnected. Have only red led and pc companion does not recognize the phone . when disconnected from pc phone is dead nothing works. need help please:crying:.

me too
giri143 said:
My acro s become brick during relocking process...pls hlp me
it only shows "sony".
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my sl too, you on phone until out off battery.
next reflash tock rom for your phone.
you try
good luck!!!
p/s: sorry, limited English!

To say that this is for bricked phones is inaccurate. These are the steps to follow when you want to flash any ROM, for whatever reason,even if your phone is working flawlessly.

Reseting Sim-unlock counter???
Will this also reset the sim-unlock counter????

will this work if i am currently using:
Xperia S - LT26i
Android Version: 4.1.2
Baseband Version: 8660-AAABQOLYM-314010-28
Kernel Version: 3.0.55-FXP+ [email protected] #1
CyanogenMod Version: 10-20121221-UNOFFICIAL-nozomi

hello.yesterday i tried to restore my DRM keys and when it said to restart my phone i pressed yes.then if closed down and now it wont open.sometimes when i press the power button the bottom lights up but the screen remains black.and sometimes when i hold volume up or down i get a flashing green light.just once.no vibrations and nothing.i tried to flash back the firmware but still nothing.black screen.and all that after i restored the drm keys.i was on existenz 2.5 rom.please can you help me?and now i just see the bottom right corner of XS lighting up and then off and then light again....is it destroyed?

PhilZ Touch 6.59.0-CWM 6.0.5.1 Xperia T3[D5102]

Head to the Main thread for full feature list
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2201860​It also adds a full touch interface a completely configurable GUI
Please give your feedback, what works, and any bug you could encounter
Read the features, and check if you are missing something.
I have tested maximum stuff and it works fine
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Additional FEATURES :
Stock based kernel with RIC disabled
init.d support
THIS RECOVERY IS FOR DEVICE WITH UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER ONLY and Firmware version 18.2.A.2.32
How to Unlock bootloader​
Instruction​
How to Unlock Bootloader here (will void warranty)
Download Fast-Boot package & install adb & fasstboot drivers
Download the kernel package (T3_D5102_philz_recovery.zip) extract & open command prompt here & run “fastboot devices”
fastboot mode
Power off device & Hold volume up button, connect your device.
Use this fastboot command to flash boot.img: fastboot flash boot T3_D5102_philz_recovery.img
Now reboot using this command: fastboot reboot
Now enjoy one of the best custom recovery on Xperia T3
Download​Credits : Xenon1978 and Santosh M

Is It for locked bootloaders?

;58953618 said:
Is It for locked bootloaders?
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@kzzly
its for unlocked bootloader & tested on T3 D5102

Xenon1978 said:
@kzzly
its for unlocked bootloader & tested on T3 D5102
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Thanks for sharing it
I suppose I'll have to unlock the bootloader... Hehe

kzzly said:
Thanks for sharing it
I suppose I'll have to unlock the bootloader... Hehe
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yes you need to unlock bootloader to flash this.

Xenon1978 said:
yes you need to unlock bootloader to flash this.
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Yeah! I've seen you have edited the post with all the instructions! Thanks for your work!

Work for t3 5103?

snouki said:
Work for t3 5103?
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@snouki
not tried. if you want the upload your latest kernel.sin I will make it.

@Xenon1978 https://mega.co.nz/#!xw8UlYTQ!BtKWCTB8oEMXgjk_HrdUWeE6rljMYceXuCwkxVMFeoY
Thanks

Xenon1978 said:
yes you need to unlock bootloader to flash this.
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how you deodex sir? can you tell us?

for 5103 please

Xenon1978 said:
@snouki
not tried. if you want the upload your latest kernel.sin I will make it.
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snouki said:
@Xenon1978 https://mega.co.nz/#!xw8UlYTQ!BtKWCTB8oEMXgjk_HrdUWeE6rljMYceXuCwkxVMFeoY
Thanks
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snouki said:
for 5103 please
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O yes we waiting...

@AMIGAnTOMEK
@snouki
reocvery for D5103 compiled & if any one ready to test then pm me .

Ok

bro just to unlock the bootloader will i have to download the android skd of 800mb
Is there any simple method?????

avayrocks said:
bro just to unlock the bootloader will i have to download the android skd of 800mb
Is there any simple method?????
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Don't worry bro..... I have simple solution for this. You don't need to download that SDK(1.6GB) file.
firstly, download "android-sdk_r24.4.1-windows" on sony website otherwise you can find in google also.
secondly, install that and open "SDK Manager" .

Xenon1978 said:
yes you need to unlock bootloader to flash this.
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Can you tell me how to deodex d5102? Every time i tried to deodexed, it erorred. Phone and Xperia Home can't work probably(Phone always appear a box: Unfortunately, Phone has stopped working.)(Xperia Home is Black the screen). If you can, make a full video about zip, deodex using deodex tool. Thank you!
SORRY FOR MY BAD ENGLISH

the download link is dead

[TOOL][ROG2] TOOL ALL IN ONE (Drivers|TWRP|Factory Image|Stock Recovery)

This is the RogPhone 2's TOOL ALL IN ONE Discussion Thread more info and download go to the Original Thread
TOOL ALL IN ONE
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ADVANCED OPTIONS
FUNCTIONS
Install Drivers
Install Drivers
Unlock Bootloader
Lock Bootloader (use carefully)
Flash TWRP Recovery
Flash Stock Recovery
Flash Stock Factory Image
Automatic ROOT
Install APKs
Uninstall APKs
Take a Screenshot
Take a Screen Reocrd
Flash Partitions
Erase All Data (This function can decrypt the phone)
Reboot Phone
Update the Tool to latest version
Update Adb and Fastboot to latest version
Set Adb and Fastboot priviliges in system wide
Install Zip directly from PC (Required TWRP on phone)(These functions work perfectly on my pc but i have perfect adb drivers on my pc and perfect TWRP on my phone)
Flash Fastboot ROM
Delete downloaded files
ADB File Manager
DEVICE LIST
If you want you can send a request to add a new device here:
New Device Request Form
Device List
DOWNLOAD
Original Thread
DONATE LINK
If you want to support the project please consider making a donation, thanks.
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Sweet was waiting for this!

This is HUGE! Thank you so much for the hard working.

can you unlock the bootloader with this? asus rog phone 2

Hi,
Is possible to use this tool for to change fingerprint version CN to WW?

Manzoandroid said:
Hi,
Is possible to use this tool for to change fingerprint version CN to WW?
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Nope

Can we use this to downgrade to a9?

jkieffer46 said:
Can we use this to downgrade to a9?
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Having issues right? I am looking for a way to Downgrade too..

jkieffer46 said:
Can we use this to downgrade to a9?
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You can flash full stock rom from TWRP

mauronofrio said:
You can flash full stock rom from TWRP
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Yes can I flash full stock from a10 to a9 with no problems?

jkieffer46 said:
Yes can I flash full stock from a10 to a9 with no problems?
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You can use the link below to downgrade A10 to A9.
Same ss other updates, just place the zip in root of storage and reboot. The downgrade update will be detected then click to install. Note: downgrading will erase all data
https://dlcdnets.asus.com/pub/ASUS/...S_I001_1-ASUS-18.0631.2001.64-1.1.92-user.zip

mauronofrio said:
This is the RogPhone 2's TOOL ALL IN ONE Discussion Thread more info and download go to the Original Thread
TOOL ALL IN ONE
ADVANCED OPTIONS
FUNCTIONS
Install Drivers
Install Drivers
Unlock Bootloader
Lock Bootloader (use carefully)
Flash TWRP Recovery
Flash Stock Recovery
Flash Stock Factory Image
Automatic ROOT
Install APKs
Uninstall APKs
Take a Screenshot
Take a Screen Reocrd
Flash Partitions
Erase All Data (This function can decrypt the phone)
Reboot Phone
Update the Tool to latest version
Update Adb and Fastboot to latest version
Set Adb and Fastboot priviliges in system wide
Install Zip directly from PC (Required TWRP on phone)(These functions work perfectly on my pc but i have perfect adb drivers on my pc and perfect TWRP on my phone)
Flash Fastboot ROM
Delete downloaded files
ADB File Manager
DEVICE LIST
If you want you can send a request to add a new device here:
New Device Request Form
Device List
DOWNLOAD
Original Thread
DONATE LINK
If you want to support the project please consider making a donation, thanks.
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sir can i unlock bootloader unofficially with this tool?? if not can u pls add the support .. i will surely help in return by donation some bucks.

Amazing!!!!

Does this tool still work with android 10. Unlock bootloader and locking bootloader again. Can anyone confirm .

for some reason when ever i boot into booloader the tool won't recognize the pone. it only shows up when the phone is on