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[Q] Root for .244

I've been wanting to update to .244 but the rooting problem is preventing me. I've read this topic here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405) but I'm not quite sure how to use flashtool. Questions:
1. They say to install/flash via flashtool the last firmware kernel where root was do-able. That's .423. How do we extract the kernel from that firmware???
2. Root using DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit v18? Is that compatible with our ZL? IIRC, Doomlord released up to v17 on our device.
3. VVVIMP STEP? <- What is that? Sorry. Currently downloading flashtool .9.11.
4. After above steps, install/flash the kernel of the latest firmware, .244?
If I understand correctly, you will need to:
- Extract kernel of your current firmware(.423) - How to extract? What tool must be used?
- Update to .244 (Companion or Flashtool or either?)
- Extract kernel of new firmware(.244)
- Flash the kernel of .423
- Use DooMLoRD's toolkit(exit via VVVIMP STEP?) v17 or v18?
- Check if root was done.
- Flash the kernel of .244
Did I enumerate it right?

TinySarabia said:
I've been wanting to update to .244 but the rooting problem is preventing me. I've read this topic here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405) but I'm not quite sure how to use flashtool. Questions:
1. They say to install/flash via flashtool the last firmware kernel where root was do-able. That's .423. How do we extract the kernel from that firmware???
2. Root using DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit v18? Is that compatible with our ZL? IIRC, Doomlord released up to v17 on our device.
3. VVVIMP STEP? <- What is that? Sorry. Currently downloading flashtool .9.11.
4. After above steps, install/flash the kernel of the latest firmware, .244?
If I understand correctly, you will need to:
- Extract kernel of your current firmware(.423) - How to extract? What tool must be used?
- Update to .244 (Companion or Flashtool or either?)
- Extract kernel of new firmware(.244)
- Flash the kernel of .423
- Use DooMLoRD's toolkit(exit via VVVIMP STEP?) v17 or v18?
- Check if root was done.
- Flash the kernel of .244
Did I enumerate it right?
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At this moment there is no working root for .244 as far as I know.

Yes, you're right.
Get your Phone to the newest FW.
Get the complete .423 FW (.tft) into Firmware Folder in Flashtool.
Uncheck everything until you get only kernel and loader.sin in that little Window inside Flashtool....then flash.
Root with v18 Version of Doomlord's Tool.
Then the same Procedure with Image of .244 to get back the newest Kernel.
I think VVVIMP STEP means.....very very very Important Step

TinySarabia said:
I've been wanting to update to .244 but the rooting problem is preventing me. I've read this topic here (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2386405) but I'm not quite sure how to use flashtool. Questions:
1. They say to install/flash via flashtool the last firmware kernel where root was do-able. That's .423. How do we extract the kernel from that firmware???
2. Root using DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit v18? Is that compatible with our ZL? IIRC, Doomlord released up to v17 on our device.
3. VVVIMP STEP? <- What is that? Sorry. Currently downloading flashtool .9.11.
4. After above steps, install/flash the kernel of the latest firmware, .244?
If I understand correctly, you will need to:
- Extract kernel of your current firmware(.423) - How to extract? What tool must be used?
- Update to .244 (Companion or Flashtool or either?)
- Extract kernel of new firmware(.244)
- Flash the kernel of .423
- Use DooMLoRD's toolkit(exit via VVVIMP STEP?) v17 or v18?
- Check if root was done.
- Flash the kernel of .244
Did I enumerate it right?
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You need both FTF original packages: the older version (.423) and newer one (.244) for your ZL edition.
Some users report success when using another ZL edition (e.g. 6503 with 6502 phone) but if you want to be sure, get your correct firmwares first.
Once you are fully on .244 version on your phone, reboot to flashmode, use Flashtool, select your .423 version, and:
* UNCHECK all three on WIPE
* CHECK everything on EXCLUDE except KERNEL.
That will leave you just with 'kernel' and 'loader' on Content list. Proceed to FLASH.
NOW CLOSE FLASHTOOL!
When you boot your phone again, first ENABLE USB DEBUGGING and UNSECURE SOURCES. Then, use the provided special EasyRootingToolkit he gives on that thread; it's fully compatible with ZL versions.
When finished rooting, boot to flash again, use Flashtool, this time select .244 firmware, and AGAIN, CHECK/UNCHECK same as before, so as to leave only kernel and loader. Flash and reboot.
DONE!

Check DooMLoRD thread, I post the new and the old kernle there. For me works perfect !
:good:

rodrigofd said:
You need both FTF original packages: the older version (.423) and newer one (.244) for your ZL edition.
Some users report success when using another ZL edition (e.g. 6503 with 6502 phone) but if you want to be sure, get your correct firmwares first.
Once you are fully on .244 version on your phone, reboot to flashmode, use Flashtool, select your .423 version, and:
* UNCHECK all three on WIPE
* CHECK everything on EXCLUDE except KERNEL.
That will leave you just with 'kernel' and 'loader' on Content list. Proceed to FLASH.
NOW CLOSE FLASHTOOL!
When you boot your phone again, first ENABLE USB DEBUGGING and UNSECURE SOURCES. Then, use the provided special EasyRootingToolkit he gives on that thread; it's fully compatible with ZL versions.
When finished rooting, boot to flash again, use Flashtool, this time select .244 firmware, and AGAIN, CHECK/UNCHECK same as before, so as to leave only kernel and loader. Flash and reboot.
DONE!
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Doing this works on LB's right?

TinySarabia said:
Doing this works on LB's right?
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Yes, actually I have LB.

All here - easy.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2388946

[ROOT] How-to for rooting newest firmware 10.3.1.A.0.244

All the credits for DooMLoRD, I just adapted your tutorial for C6503.
Original Post
I just tested it with Brazilian C6503.
Probably works with other models
How to:
Download the two files from the download section below, and DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post.
Open FlashTool and flash the C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable.
Now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode.
CLOSE FLASHTOOL
Extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip (Downloaded in Original Post) to root directory on c:\
Execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of DooMLoRD easy rooting toolkit.
The above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
After rooting is over the device will restart.
You can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version).
Once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again.
Now flash C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware.
Thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
Downloads:
C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post
C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf
This method worked for me

vinaaa said:
All the credits for DooMLoRD, I just adapted your tutorial for C6503.
Original Post
I just tested it with Brazilian C6503.
Probably works with other models
How to:
Download the two files from the download section below, and DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post.
Open FlashTool and flash the C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable.
Now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode.
CLOSE FLASHTOOL
Extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip (Downloaded in Original Post) to root directory on c:\
Execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of DooMLoRD easy rooting toolkit.
The above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
After rooting is over the device will restart.
You can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version).
Once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again.
Now flash C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware.
Thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
Downloads:
C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post
C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf
This method worked for me
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Worked for me too on C6506

Thx so much, did someone try in C6502?

It worked on my german 6503 !! Thx!!

Works like a charm in Brazilian Xperia ZL (or ZQ, here in Brazil)

Is the kernel the same for all. 244 ZLs?

DoubleYouPee said:
Is the kernel the same for all. 244 ZLs?
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No, Just for C6503

Another confirmation of a German 6503 owner, works like a charm!

do i need to unlocked bl first?

paullu said:
do i need to unlocked bl first?
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No, you don't need to unlocked first

The other method just flash full .423 firmware then used v18 rootkit to root the device then install .244over the air (OTA) which I tested and worked.

phone bricked after flashing the kernel =[

nosebleedXD said:
phone bricked after flashing the kernel =[
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What version of ZL do u have?

CLB-NL said:
Another confirmation of a German 6503 owner, works like a charm!
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+1

Will this work with...
Hi to all!!
Thanks for making this tutorial! Just have a quick question before a root my friend's devise. I'm wondering if this method will work with my device:
Sony Xperia ZL
Model # C6506 (phone model)
Version # 10.1.A.1.395 (stock firmware)
SP: Videotron
If you need more info, let me know and I'll provide them asap!
Thanks in advance!

tagme said:
Hi to all!!
Thanks for making this tutorial! Just have a quick question before a root my friend's devise. I'm wondering if this method will work with my device:
Sony Xperia ZL
Model # C6506 (phone model)
Version # 10.1.A.1.395 (stock firmware)
SP: Videotron
If you need more info, let me know and I'll provide them asap!
Thanks in advance!
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No, for stock firmware you can just use this (easier) method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327472
Then just over-the-air update to get latest firmware

DoubleYouPee said:
No, for stock firmware you can just use this (easier) method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327472
Then just over-the-air update to get latest firmware
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Thank you very much!

DarkGonz said:
What version of ZL do u have?
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nvm fixed it

nosebleedXD said:
nvm fixed it
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What happened?

DoubleYouPee said:
What happened?
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iunno the phone wouldnt boot, the notification light blinked red everytime i turned it on
i let my phone charge for the night and then it turned on again

Root Newest fimware 10.3.1.A.0.244

:fingers-crossed: thank domloard for help we have root
[ how-to ]
1.Download the three files from the download section below
2.open FlashTool and flash the C6503_10.3.A.0.423 kernel.ftf - 7.12 MB file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable
3.now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode
4.CLOSE FLASHTOOL
5.extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip to root directory on c:\
6.execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of my easy rooting toolkit
7.the above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
8.after rooting is over the device will restart
9.you can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version)
10.once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again
11.now flash C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244 kernel.ftf 7.17 MB file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware
12.thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
p/s: thank domloard , i use his post in Z forum and EDIT for ZL user

will the kernels work on Xperia C6502?

azrin49 said:
will the kernels work on Xperia C6502?
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work in C6502 C6503 AND C6506:highfive:

hey it's Doomlord ...not domloard....hehe

Hi everyone, i have a query......I am on 10.3.A.0.423 C6503 and am not rooted. So can i just follow step 11 to get a new firmware?

junkypong said:
Hi everyone, i have a query......I am on 10.3.A.0.423 C6503 and am not rooted. So can i just follow step 11 to get a new firmware?
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If what you want is to have full 10.3.1.A.244 stock, then NO, if you follow step 11 you are only flashing new kernel; you need the whole FTF package, to update to new version.
I am uploading just that as we speak; but for C6502. However, it should work fine with C6503 too (someone correct me if I'm wrong).
Actually I've been using a modded C6506 firmware for some days, and it was fine.

What recovery are you using? Link?

Wrked like a charm, thanks a lot mate. :highfive:

Kiero rotear

[GUIDE][ROOT]Xperia ZL .244 fw using DoomLord Method

Root Xperia ZL with Latest .244fw
I Take no credit for this I have done zero development work
All credits to the great @DooMLoRD
This is a just a Guide telling how to implement his method
Requirement
Latest Flashtool https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B8hAoiy5gSGVZU5zOHU4TFdJTkk/preview
latest Ftf file for fw .244
Ftf file for fw .423
Latest DoomLord Rootinf Kit v18 (no else would work in this case) http://www76.zippyshare.com/v/29480564/file.html
Make sure device is on latest .244 fw (If not then wait for the official update)
NOTE: We need complete file only to flash the Kernel.sin & Loader.sin
OR
Use the files provided by me which contain the required files only (easier method)
These kernel files are from C6502 if you have another device they might not work. In that case use the complete FTF files for your device and root using complete ftf method
Latest .244 file https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B8hAoiy5gSGVcDI4di1YTnNYSkU/edit?pli=1
Older fw.423 file https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B8hAoiy5gSGVbmtOY2lyMUc0OXM/edit?pli=1
How (Using complete ftf packages)
Flash only the kernel.sin & loader.sin from older .423ftf package using FlashTool
Uncheck all wipe options
Check all exclude option EXCEPT Exclude Kernel
Now flash this using flashtool
Reboot the device and make sure USB Debugging & Unknown Sources are allowed in settings
Now root using the latest DoomLord Kit v18 (No other version of kit will work)
Turn Off the Device and put in Flash Mode (Press Volume Down while attaching usb cable)
Now open the latest .244ftf package and repeat the check and uncheck process as earlier
Flash only the Kernel.sin & Loader.sin
Reboot the Device
Done !!
OR
How (Using given ftf files) EASIER WAY
These kernel files are from C6502 if you have another device they might not work. In that case use the complete FTF files for your device and root using complete ftf method
Flash the .423 kernel ftf package using FlashTool
Reboot the device and make sure USB Debugging & Unknown Sources are allowed in settings
Now root using the latest DoomLord Kit v18 (No other version of kit will work)
Turn Off the Device and put in Flash Mode (Press Volume Down while attaching usb cable)
Now open the latest .244kernel ftf package and flash it
Reboot the Device
Done !!
I take no responsibility for any kind of damage to your Phone
Do all this at your own risk
Thankyou @DooMLoRD for your great work

This is the 3rd post on the same thing (excluding Doomlord's original).

Thx so much, I was looking for this, I will do as soon as I get home ^_^

DarkGonz said:
Thx so much, I was looking for this, I will do as soon as I get home ^_^
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Welcome

Tested on my Xperia ZL (C6502) , working all great ^_^

its not workin on my phone....so weird

tasty_boy said:
its not workin on my phone....so weird
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Are you sure that you are doing all steps??

DarkGonz said:
Are you sure that you are doing all steps??
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thanks, it worked....ADB was not installed correctly

If use this method, will I still be able to get future sony updates without flashing?

JRBT24 said:
If use this method, will I still be able to get future sony updates without flashing?
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Yes, as long as you don't flash it

DarkGonz said:
Yes, as long as you don't flash it
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Well, I technically flashed the kernels. What shouldn't I have flashed? XD
Anyway, no going back now. At the very worst, I'll just have to flash tfts in the future; not that much of a hassle now that I discovered

Yes
JRBT24 said:
If use this method, will I still be able to get future sony updates without flashing?
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Definitely you will

Oh nevermind, I see it now.

Newbie here, I want to root my c6506 on .244, the link to the flashtool is dead. Will this guide work on my phone and where can I get the flashtool?
Thanks.
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OK, I think I found the flashtool on Sony's web site, when I connect to Emma it says my bootloader is locked. I have to unlock the bootloader in order to just root?

stevessvt said:
Newbie here, I want to root my c6506 on .244, the link to the flashtool is dead. Will this guide work on my phone and where can I get the flashtool?
Thanks.
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OK, I think I found the flashtool on Sony's web site, when I connect to Emma it says my bootloader is locked. I have to unlock the bootloader in order to just root?
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No, you can root having yout bootloader locked

OK, now where getting somewhere,....When I connect my phone to Emma, it says my bootloader is locked, and wont let me go any farther, I did it as Im supposed to, phone off, connect USB to phone while holding volume down. What am I missing?

Figured it out. I had the wrong flash tool.

Latest fw .2.67 is available
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2457856
Phone is smooth and display flickering prob is resolved on my device
Soon going to try to root this newer fw

stevessvt said:
Newbie here, I want to root my c6506 on .244, the link to the flashtool is dead. Will this guide work on my phone and where can I get the flashtool?
Thanks.
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OK, I think I found the flashtool on Sony's web site, when I connect to Emma it says my bootloader is locked. I have to unlock the bootloader in order to just root?
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Link for flashtool has been updated

stevessvt said:
Figured it out. I had the wrong flash tool.
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Link for flashtool has been updated
Download the correct one now

[FTF] Xperia ZL (C6506) 4.2.2 - 10.3.1.A.2.67 - Generic US

Here is the FTF for the C6506. Flashed it on my own ZL so I'm sure it works.
Part 1: http://d-h.st/CQG
Part 2: http://d-h.st/0J7
Enjoy!

Thanks

Crash338,
I just want to be clear on the steps for rooting with the files you provided:
open FlashTool and flash the part 1 file
now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode
CLOSE FLASHTOOL <<< VVVIMP STEP
extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip to root directory on c:\
execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of easy rooting toolkit <<< VVVIMP STEP
after rooting is over the device will restart
you can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version)
once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again
now flash part 2 file
thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!

!!! Please don't flash part1 on its own !!!
(Probably can't, anyways, but don't try =p)
We flash .ftf files. The OP could not post the file directly, due to size limitations on the fileserver. Please download the 2 parts, then *decompress* using, for example, 7-Zip (www.7zip.org)
You will get 1 large .ftf file.
Then flash via flashtool, etc.
Cheers
Edit: typos

Thank you for clearing that up. Next question is what is the second file I flash? According to doomlord's "how to" you have to flash a second file
Edit: my problem was I was using wrong flashtool. I went to sony website and dl their flashtool which kept asking me to ul bl. Now I have a new question as I figured this out but still didn't get root. Did you flash the whole file or did you just check the kernal box during flashing. I checked the kernal only box and got no root. Was afraid of losing data

Hello,
The instructions from the thread below should be pretty self-explanatory.
link here
The idea: old kernel has exploit, but newer ones closed the exploit.
Fortunately, even on locked bootloader, can re-flash older kernel only.. get root.. then re-flash new kernel, and keep the root.
To be clear:
- flash full new ROM (which includes new, no exploit kernel)
- flash old kernel only
- get root
- re-flash new kernel only
(Note: my terminology may be off; the gist shoukd be ok)
Edit: typos, clarification

Thank you, I think I may have done it backwards and flashed all BUT the kernal. DOH!

Woah, didn't check the forum in a little while, thx for clearing up everything spamam1 :good:

Performed tonight and all is as it should be. Thanks for the help

anyone know where to find .423 kernal for 6506?

Optilicious said:
anyone know where to find .423 kernal for 6506?
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Here is the thread for the full 423 FTF.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2332539
I'm assuming you are trying to root your phone so just unselect everything apart from the kernel when flashing.