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My last post may have been a little long winded, so I'll keep this one short. Has anyone here successfully used the ta backup and restore function in flashtool? And is it similar to a nandroid? I've searched everywhere for info on this, but it's a fairly new feature.
Thanks
What about an adB restore. Does that work like a nandroid?
split2th said:
What about an adB restore. Does that work like a nandroid?
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Any specific reason, you don't want to use the Backup & Restore feature of CWM Recovery?
ganeshbiyer said:
Any specific reason, you don't want to use the Backup & Restore feature of CWM Recovery?
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My bootloader is not unlockable. Hopefully it will be soon.
Edit: Reading the cwm thread, doesn't say anything about needing an unlocked bootloader. However there are a ton of people saying it is not very stable. In the mean time I'd like to modify the remove bloatware script on here in case i need to restore from ftf.
split2th said:
My bootloader is not unlockable. Hopefully it will be soon.
Edit: Reading the cwm thread, doesn't say anything about needing an unlocked bootloader. However there are a ton of people saying it is not very stable. In the mean time I'd like to modify the remove bloatware script on here in case i need to restore from ftf.
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Right ... rooting and flashing cwm does not require unlocked boot loader.
split2th said:
My bootloader is not unlockable. Hopefully it will be soon.
Edit: Reading the cwm thread, doesn't say anything about needing an unlocked bootloader. However there are a ton of people saying it is not very stable. In the mean time I'd like to modify the remove bloatware script on here in case i need to restore from ftf.
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CWM v4 is stable. I use it often with no problems.
jeriku said:
CWM v4 is stable. I use it often with no problems.
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Will a pc companion or flash tool ftf remove it? Cause then I have no reason not to test it.
Flashing stock ftf does I'm sure repair in companion will
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split2th said:
Will a pc companion or flash tool ftf remove it? Cause then I have no reason not to test it.
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Yes, flashing with a full wipe will return it to factory, CWM, initd and root will be gone.
jeriku said:
Yes, flashing with a full wipe will return it to factory, CWM, initd and root will be gone.
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Cool. Does it matter what rooting method I used?
split2th said:
Cool. Does it matter what rooting method I used?
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No. You'll just have to start from scratch if you end up doing that.
jeriku said:
No. You'll just have to start from scratch if you end up doing that.
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Thanks. Will give it a go.
CWM flashed. No issues. Clear cache, dalvik, fix permisions, did nandroid. All seem to work.
Thanks again.
split2th said:
CWM flashed. No issues. Clear cache, dalvik, fix permisions, did nandroid. All seem to work.
Thanks again.
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Excellent.
Hi guys:
I have an Xperia Ion unlocked bootloader , i didn't do TA backup so i lost my DRM key.
Any way to get the Bravia Engine back again?
The $niper said:
Hi guys:
I have an Xperia Ion unlocked bootloader , i didn't do TA backup so i lost my DRM key.
Any way to get the Bravia Engine back again?
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Hi Sniper.
Actually if you flash any, Relock File For Your Xperia With TA partition ticked while flashing.
It will get you DRM keys back.
I have tested it myself on my Xperia.
And Everything is working for me.
You can try as well.
I hope this information seems helpful to you,
Greetings,
~Dwarkesh Soren
dwarkesh2492 said:
Hi Sniper.
Actually if you flash any, Relock File For Your Xperia With TA partition ticked while flashing.
It will get you DRM keys back.
I have tested it myself on my Xperia.
And Everything is working for me.
You can try as well.
I hope this information seems helpful to you,
Greetings,
~Dwarkesh Soren
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Hi noob
I didn't understand you very well.
I have a relock.ftf that can relock my bootloader but they told me it will not get the BE back because i lost my DRM.
The $niper said:
Hi noob
I didn't understand you very well.
I have a relock.ftf that can relock my bootloader but they told me it will not get the BE back because i lost my DRM.
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Hello @THE $niper,
First off all,
After the Relock and retrieval of TA partition from Stock Clean ftf
My Track ID, Bravia Engine, And All The Services From Sony Works.
If Its still hard for you to understand I'd try to make it more simple for you.
I hope this information helps you in some way, basically its just backing up the TA partition.
I hope you understand now?
Reagrds,
~Dwarkesh Soren :good:
There's a guided topic on how to get BE back here on xda
Sent from my LT26i using xda app-developers app
i thought the drm keys are linked to the specific handset, so i don't think that relocking and flashing a generic ftf will get your drm keys back?
::EDIT::
having said this, i'm sure i read somewhere recently that the JB firmware's don't need drm keys for things like music info/BE/track id etc to work? I honestly can;t rememebr which thread i was reading this in though, sorry :\
dwarkesh2492 said:
Hello @THE $niper,
First off all,
After the Relock and retrieval of TA partition from Stock Clean ftf
My Track ID, Bravia Engine, And All The Services From Sony Works.
If Its still hard for you to understand I'd try to make it more simple for you.
I hope this information helps you in some way, basically its just backing up the TA partition.
I hope you understand now?
Reagrds,
~Dwarkesh Soren :good:
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So you mean i have to flash the relock.ftf then install stock ICS with Flashtool and the BE will get back to work??!
zaidx said:
There's a guided topic on how to get BE back here on xda
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Where?
Gloris said:
i thought the drm keys are linked to the specific handset, so i don't think that relocking and flashing a generic ftf will get your drm keys back?
::EDIT::
having said this, i'm sure i read somewhere recently that the JB firmware's don't need drm keys for things like music info/BE/track id etc to work? I honestly can;t rememebr which thread i was reading this in though, sorry :\
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I have LEAK 4.1.2 and the BE is not working.
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So you mean i have to flash the relock.ftf then install stock ICS with Flashtool and the BE will get back to work??!
First of All Since You have Unlocked Your Bootloader Already I dont think you can recover your DRM keys from TA partition
What you can do now?
1. FLash Stock (Exclude TA prtition)
2. Flash Relock (Include TA partition)
3. Update JB via PCC or SUS
4. Your phone will have working BE, XLoud, Track id and all Sony Enhancements.
Guide from where I got back DRM ----> HERE
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The $niper said:
So you mean i have to flash the relock.ftf then install stock ICS with Flashtool and the BE will get back to work??!
First of All Since You have Unlocked Your Bootloader Already I dont think you can recover your DRM keys from TA partition
What you can do now?
1. FLash Stock (Exclude TA prtition)
2. Flash Relock (Include TA partition)
3. Update JB via PCC or SUS
4. Your phone will have working BE, XLoud, Track id and all Sony Enhancements.
Guide from where I got back DRM ----> HERE
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I saw that last thread but i didn't do backup TA before unlock.
in number 2 i have relock.ftf that include "loader.sin" and "preset.ta" So is that inogh? and after updating i will got all of it working?
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The $niper said:
dwarkesh2492 said:
I saw that last thread but i didn't do backup TA before unlock.
in number 2 i have relock.ftf that include "loader.sin" and "preset.ta" So is that inogh? and after updating i will got all of it working?
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After updating the ICS.
Update to JB via PCC or SUS
And You Are Done! :good:
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dwarkesh2492 said:
The $niper said:
After updating the ICS.
Update to JB via PCC or SUS
And You Are Done! :good:
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Thanks for guide , i will try that.
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1. I dont need warranty, but if i did something wrong, can i recover it by flashing?
2. What are DRM Keys? I know it is a need for relocking BL, but why i need to lock a BL, does it has any super power than a Unlocked BL? (Ok, ignore the 'warranty' here).
I am new to android, previously and still i'm using SE Cedar and do some modding in that phone. Honestly, i dont used any warranty before in any of my previous phones.
I'm not able to post in tutorial section and so i'm posting here.
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SK:) said:
1. I dont need warranty, but if i did something wrong, can i recover it by flashing?
2. What are DRM Keys? I know it is a need for relocking BL, but why i need to lock a BL, does it has any super power than a Unlocked BL? (Ok, ignore the 'warranty' here).
I am new to android, previously and still i'm using SE Cedar and do some modding in that phone. Honestly, i dont used any warranty before in any of my previous phones.
I'm not able to post in tutorial section and so i'm posting here.
Sent from my C2004 using Tapatalk
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1.most of android problem are from os..so u can recover by flashing..but hardware problem cant be recover...like ic damage,speaker damage...u cant claim replacing for free...
2.its to get update from sony pc companion and some chances to regain warranty..[very low chance....if service has a fool guy..they will accept]
ansebovi said:
1.most of android problem are from os..so u can recover by flashing..but hardware problem cant be recover...like ic damage,speaker damage...u cant claim replacing for free...
2.its to get update from sony pc companion and some chances to regain warranty..[very low chance....if service has a fool guy..they will accept]
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Ok, but unlocking BL may have a chance to damage ic, speaker or other hardwares?
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SK:) said:
Ok, but unlocking BL may have a chance to damage ic, speaker or other hardwares?
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No..
but some devices may have accidentally build-in damage while manufacturing itself ...u cant claim warranty if u r ul urs ...
but mostly there will be no problem....its very rare
ansebovi said:
No..
but some devices may have accidentally build-in damage while manufacturing itself ...u cant claim warranty if u r ul urs ...
but mostly there will be no problem....its very rare
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Fine. Then having a backup is also a good option even though i dont want to relock. Any way to backup TA Partition and DRM? (without root, i am not yet rooted). By the way, what is TA partition? Mention me if i am missed any other things to backup.
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SK:) said:
Fine. Then having a backup is also a good option even though i dont want to relock. Any way to backup TA Partition and DRM? (without root, i am not yet rooted). By the way, what is TA partition? Mention me if i am missed any other things to backup.
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sorry i cant help in this...
i didnt take backup of my TA...
i used flashtool to lock and relock...
no backup..
ask someone else...
ansebovi said:
sorry i cant help in this...
i didnt take backup of my TA...
i used flashtool to lock and relock...
no backup..
ask someone else...
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And using flashtool, can we able to unlock and relock?
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SK:) said:
And using flashtool, can we able to unlock and relock?
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thats what i m confused...
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SK:) said:
Fine. Then having a backup is also a good option even though i dont want to relock. Any way to backup TA Partition and DRM? (without root, i am not yet rooted). By the way, what is TA partition? Mention me if i am missed any other things to backup.
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anyway u take a backup..
u cant do without root..
use framaroot v1.6.1.apk
use supersu..
then backup
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
ansebovi said:
thats what i m confused...
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anyway u take a backup..
u cant do without root..
use framaroot v1.6.1.apk
use supersu..
then backup
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
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Framaroot fails, im using m dual, i select gandalf exploit, it shows. #7 error several times.
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SK:) said:
Framaroot fails, im using m dual, i select gandalf exploit, it shows. #7 error several times.
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IIRC that means your device isn't vulnerable. Maybe Sony patched Gandalf?
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SK:) said:
Framaroot fails, im using m dual, i select gandalf exploit, it shows. #7 error several times.
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sry i thought u r having x m..
here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47378231#post47378231
this is the only way...to root dual...
I've backed up two files "DRM Protected Content Storage 4.2.2-87f96Q" and "DrmDialos 1.0", Those files are right? And how to Backup TA Partition?
i'm scared to root my xperia zl, because i bricked my last phone Xperia arc s when rooting...
I want to know whether the thread made by Bin4ry titled Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 20.11.2013] - Added Z1 Root
in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31545627&postcount=1
supports rooting Xperia ZL 2.67 Locked Bootloader..?
Kabeesh said:
i'm scared to root my xperia zl, because i bricked my last phone Xperia arc s when rooting...
I want to know whether the thread made by Bin4ry titled Root MANY ANDROID! [Upd: 20.11.2013] - Added Z1 Root
in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=31545627&postcount=1
supports rooting Xperia ZL 2.67 Locked Bootloader..?
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Just follow the steps laid out here(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2458268)
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TinySarabia said:
Just follow the steps laid out here(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2458268)
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Is there any working devices after following this method? is there any problems afterwards like broken NFC???
Kabeesh said:
Is there any working devices after following this method? is there any problems afterwards like broken NFC???
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I've done these exact steps a dozen times now and everything is working fine.
If you want to unlock your bootloader (for flashing AOSP roms), don't forget to backup your TA partition first! (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598)
Kabeesh said:
Is there any working devices after following this method? is there any problems afterwards like broken NFC???
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i just rooted mine after a long time with .244. First attempt was a success. No problems so far
Does unlocking my boot loader procedure wipe my phone? (data partition, internal sdcard partition, etc?)
scifan said:
Does unlocking my boot loader procedure wipe my phone? (data partition, internal sdcard partition, etc?)
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If u unlock your bootloader the zl then u will lose ur mobile bravia engine... And also if u flash a custom Rom will wipe your data... Unlocking bootloader doesn't wipe ur data..
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Kabeesh said:
If u unlock your bootloader the zl then u will lose ur mobile bravia engine... And also if u flash a custom Rom will wipe your data... Unlocking bootloader doesn't wipe ur data..
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I hadn't realized the bravia engine would go away as well... I've rooted... and basically done what I really needed to do thus far to it... I'm just exploring the other options... assuming my wife wants to use it as her daily phone, I won't be messing with it much after the initial setup anyway.
i root my xperia with KINGO ROOT, simple and fast
plug your device, enable usb debugging and click root.. works fine in .2.67!!
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I hadn't realized the bravia engine would go away as well... I've rooted... and basically done what I really needed to do thus far to it... I'm just exploring the other options... assuming my wife wants to use it as her daily phone, I won't be messing with it much after the initial setup anyway.
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So great to hear from you.. Have fun...
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krutftw said:
i root my xperia with KINGO ROOT, simple and fast
plug your device, enable usb debugging and click root.. works fine in .2.67!!
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I have tried and it actually works well..
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Kabeesh said:
I have tried and it actually works well..
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Well as per recent info, it tracks many info from the phone while rooting as in IMEI number, some personal info etc. so it still being reviewed, unless its confirmed to be safe its better not to use Kingo Root.
coolrevi said:
Well as per recent info, it tracks many info from the phone while rooting as in IMEI number, some personal info etc. so it still being reviewed, unless its confirmed to be safe its better not to use Kingo Root.
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Yo.. Thanks for the info..
Sent from my C6502 using Tapatalk
i used kingo to install CWM and use the cm.. now im using a CM with a totally different root file.. then in that case, i would have no problems with this privacy thing?
scifan said:
Does unlocking my boot loader procedure wipe my phone? (data partition, internal sdcard partition, etc?)
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Unlocking boot loader completely wipes your data including internal storage. Make sure yo back up before you try..
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tnks
Hello. I just moved to Z5 premium from N7100. It came with the latest firmware(.224). I read the thread about rooting Z5 premium and I saw something about "DRM keys". They said that the tool used to backup DRM keys called iovyroot is not working on the latest firmware. So, is there any ways to downgrade or should I just wait for the developer to update the tool?
Stained_s said:
Hello. I just moved to Z5 premium from N7100. It came with the latest firmware(.224). I read the thread about rooting Z5 premium and I saw something about "DRM keys". They said that the tool used to backup DRM keys called iovyroot is not working on the latest firmware. So, is there any ways to downgrade or should I just wait for the developer to update the tool?
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You can use Flashtool for downgrading. Go check the iovyroot thread for further instructions.
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Im also having a problem with downgrading my Z5P (E6853) when I flash with firmware .200 or .170 my phone just goes to endless looping. Flashing back to .244 or the latest version I got no problem. Did I miss any step to downgrade my Z5P. Im currently stuck to this part before I can unlock my bootloader and root my phone. Any help will do. Thanks!
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Im also having a problem with downgrading my Z5P (E6853) when I flash with firmware .200 or .170 my phone just goes to endless looping. Flashing back to .244 or the latest version I got no problem. Did I miss any step to downgrade my Z5P. Im currently stuck to this part before I can unlock my bootloader and root my phone. Any help will do. Thanks!
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every have luck with this?
eqbirvin said:
every have luck with this?
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As of now nope. Still using unroot Z5P.
pao008 said:
As of now nope. Still using unroot Z5P.
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It worked for me by checking everything to be erased and EXCLUDING the modem flash. If you want to try, I suggest that.
eqbirvin said:
It worked for me by checking everything to be erased and EXCLUDING the modem flash. If you want to try, I suggest that.
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Under my Include I check all and under the exclude I check system and partition only and also TA if available. Whats your settings and firmware you used to downgrade?
pao008 said:
Under my Include I check all and under the exclude I check system and partition only and also TA if available. Whats your settings and firmware you used to downgrade?
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Thats interesting... I had a generic LAM device with .224 installed when i got it. I downgraded using a .200 NCB firmware that i found on xperia firmware website (oddly enough)
Why do you exclude system if you dont mind me asking?
eqbirvin said:
Thats interesting... I had a generic LAM device with .224 installed when i got it. I downgraded using a .200 NCB firmware that i found on xperia firmware website (oddly enough)
Why do you exclude system if you dont mind me asking?
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I came from a Xperia Z2 phone there is guide I follow and system and partition is check under exclude. If you think that my settings are wrong let me know yours and I'll try using your settings. Thanks!
pao008 said:
I came from a Xperia Z2 phone there is guide I follow and system and partition is check under exclude. If you think that my settings are wrong let me know yours and I'll try using your settings. Thanks!
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Ahhh i gotcha! Well I did the same as you under include (checked all) but under exclude i left everything unchecked other than "modem" that worked for me!
eqbirvin said:
Ahhh i gotcha! Well I did the same as you under include (checked all) but under exclude i left everything unchecked other than "modem" that worked for me!
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Oh I see maybe thats the problem. I'll try it later. I'll let you know how it turns out. Thanks again!
pao008 said:
Oh I see maybe thats the problem. I'll try it later. I'll let you know how it turns out. Thanks again!
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Alrighty! Yeah just let me know how it goes. Youre welcome! Ive noticed its difficult to find people on the same page on the z5p forum haha
eqbirvin said:
Alrighty! Yeah just let me know how it goes. Youre welcome! Ive noticed its difficult to find people on the same page on the z5p forum haha
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Hey eqbirvin It works finally! I manage to downgrade successfully and proceed with the rooting process. Now my Z5P is rooted without a problem. Thank you very much for your help :good:
pao008 said:
Hey eqbirvin It works finally! I manage to downgrade successfully and proceed with the rooting process. Now my Z5P is rooted without a problem. Thank you very much for your help :good:
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That's great news! I'm glad to hear it! happy I could help. Make sure you get those DRM keys backed up if you want them haha