Hi guys, I took TA backup successfully and also rooted.. but i am facing a prob.. after rooting through cwm if i flash stock kernel and restore TA backup then supersu cant mount /system as rw .. i want to stay on .757 firmware with locked bootloader.. is there any way to that? Thanks in advance..
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coolkoushik07 said:
Hi guys, I took TA backup successfully and also rooted.. but i am facing a prob.. after rooting through cwm if i flash stock kernel and restore TA backup then supersu cant mount /system as rw .. i want to stay on .757 firmware with locked bootloader.. is there any way to that? Thanks in advance..
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can't be done. the thing that keeps the system read-only is in the kernel, so mere root is not enough to undo it. you need an unlocked bootloader to replace the kernel. you can still have all the other advantages of root.
If you have locked bootloader you need to use dualrecovery ( http://nut.xperia-files.com/ )
zxz0O0 said:
If you have locked bootloader you need to use dualrecovery ( http://nut.xperia-files.com/ )
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I tried but not working with .757 fw
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guys i have the XPS .50 stock ftf..i flashed it and then rooted it by flashing adv stock kernel v16...
it works properly for few hours...wierd thing is..after that the root is lost(su binary update also fails) but i checked the system and found su ans sh in it but no root access...BUT..cwm zips flashed flawlessly!!!!!!dunno how..never came across such a prob before..SOLUTIONS???
I assume you're bootloader is unlocked?
Just use the binary root method
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Ben36 said:
I assume you're bootloader is unlocked?
Just use the binary root method
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yep BL is unlocked and ill try his method..cud u tell me the reason behind this problem???
I have just updated my Sony Xperia S from 6.1.A.0.2.45 to 6.1.A.0.2.55 via PC companion, after the update I wanted to root my phone again too allow some apps to have root access. As I went to check to see if my phone was rooted I noticed that it wasn't for my apps weren't allowed super user. I then attemted to root via Bin4ry like I did previously in version .45. It didn't work.
I'm wondering if anyone else has had this issue and if it has been resolved without having to unlock the bootloader / install a custom kernel, I don't want to do either of those, I just want root. Has anyone been able to root on .55 on Stock sony ICS firmware .55?
dantistruct said:
I have just updated my Sony Xperia S from 6.1.A.0.2.45 to 6.1.A.0.2.55 via PC companion, after the update I wanted to root my phone again too allow some apps to have root access. As I went to check to see if my phone was rooted I noticed that it wasn't for my apps weren't allowed super user. I then attemted to root via Bin4ry like I did previously in version .45. It didn't work.
I'm wondering if anyone else has had this issue and if it has been resolved without having to unlock the bootloader / install a custom kernel, I don't want to do either of those, I just want root. Has anyone been able to root on .55 on Stock sony ICS firmware .55?
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I've the same problem, I can't root this new version .55! Any ideas? Thanks
ArmDT said:
I've the same problem, I can't root this new version .55! Any ideas? Thanks
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I've been reading around and they've said Bin4ry's root method hasn't yet been updated too root .55 firmware I guesss we'll have to wat :< I hope someone posts in this thread when it's released.
yup updated mine too. now i have to restart all mods,hahahaha..but the problem is the root, will try to unlock again then install custom kernel then stock kernel to gain root, then relocked again.
Simple, downgrade to .40 , root it, install CWM, download prerooted .55 system, flash via CWM , connect to flashtool, flash stock .55 ftf only kernel and baseband ...
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mmm273 said:
Simple, downgrade to .40 , root it, install CWM, download prerooted .55 system, flash via CWM , connect to flashtool, flash stock .55 ftf only kernel and baseband ...
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Thanks a lot, it's not so simple but I will try! :fingers-crossed:
its looks hard, but its simple, Flash--root-cwm-flash via cwm- flash kernel and baseband... about 20mins...
the problem with flashing pre rooted system, is the change in region, ive unlocked then flash recovery nozomi then flash supersu, flash stock kernel.sin,flash cwm, then relocked and deodexed my firmware,and now im reinstalling all mods on my previous rom..hahahaha..cause dont want to change region .
So you think its better unlock BL ?
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unlocked BL to gain root then relocked again to use download music info
mharckk said:
unlocked BL to gain root then relocked again to use download music info
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TrackID works after unlocking and relocking bootloader? I thougt it stops working because of loosing DRM-KEYS while unlocking a bootloader.
ZyrByt said:
TrackID works after unlocking and relocking bootloader? I thougt it stops working because of loosing DRM-KEYS while unlocking a bootloader.
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Download music info works again if you relock you BL, but TrackID (I think) and FB music likes via Walkman will not work anymore, so it's your decision if you want to lose that functions.
and lose your waranty... for this i rootet with my way...
I just updated my sony xperia zl C6502 with the 4.4.2 stock update. My phone was rooted but not anymore after the update. Is there anyway to root it without downgrading.
infectcode said:
I just updated my sony xperia zl C6502 with the 4.4.2 stock update. My phone was rooted but not anymore after the update. Is there anyway to root it without downgrading.
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if you have backed up your ta partition before, then proceed with the following steps
unlock bootloader
flash any xperia zl kernel which has custom recovery like CWM in it. for example, this one ==> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191264 (though it's meant for older firmware, the recovery works but the phone wont boot to system)
enter into recovery and flash the supersu zip
then switch off the phone in custom recovery itself. (because the phone wont boot to system)
then flash back stock kernel and you have root :good:
anagramgenius said:
if you have backed up your ta partition before, then proceed with the following steps
unlock bootloader
flash any xperia zl kernel which has custom recovery like CWM in it. for example, this one ==> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2191264 (though it's meant for older firmware, the recovery works but the phone wont boot to system)
enter into recovery and flash the supersu zip
then switch off the phone in custom recovery itself. (because the phone wont boot to system)
then flash back stock kernel and you have root :good:
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I didn't back up anything. I just have the stock 4.4.2 KK update and I want to root it.
infectcode said:
I didn't back up anything. I just have the stock 4.4.2 KK update and I want to root it.
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is your bootloader unlockable?
anagramgenius said:
is your bootloader unlockable?
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Yes, bootloader is unlockable.
infectcode said:
Yes, bootloader is unlockable.
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how did you root before?
anagramgenius said:
how did you root before?
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When I had 4.3 update I flashed some file and got root access. But I don't know how to do it with the new 4.4.2 Kk update
infectcode said:
When I had 4.3 update I flashed some file and got root access. But I don't know how to do it with the new 4.4.2 Kk update
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u can get root access now but u have to unlock your bootloader. and you can't relock it unless you have the TA partition backup.
to get it, you have to flash back old firmware to gain root. backup TA partition so that you can relock bootloader. and in the future you dont' have to downgrade again to root
use this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2761662
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use this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2761662
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he says he's already in 4.4.2 without root. but nut's method need a firmware which has custom recovery. so he has to downgrade. no other go
anagramgenius said:
he says he's already in 4.4.2 without root. but nut's method need a firmware which has custom recovery. so he has to downgrade. no other go
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Is there a tutorial on how to downgrade? Once I downgrade I can use nuts method?
infectcode said:
Is there a tutorial on how to downgrade? Once I downgrade I can use nuts method?
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yeah. just flash an older rootable firmware(10.3.A.0.423) using flashtool. root it using doomlord's rooting kit. take a backup of TA partition using devshaft's backup-ta kit. this back up of TA is just to relock your bootloader whenever you unlock it because unlocking BL voids warranty. but the backup of TA partition must be taken in locked BL condition. flash nut's dual recovery. now follow the steps in the link posted above and upgrade to 4.4.2. this method doesn't need your BL to be unlocked.
there is another easy method which requires unlocking BL. but you can relock it as if you never unlocked. i prefer this method. the link is posted below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51612704&postcount=12
is it fine to have a rooted Xperia M (c1904)(unlocked bootloader) without any custom recovery?
what are the disadvantges of having that?
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adish27 said:
is it fine to have a rooted Xperia M (c1904)(unlocked bootloader) without any custom recovery?
what are the disadvantges of having that?
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It is possible using towelroot but if you have an unlocked bootloader then it is much better to have a custom recovery because you can backup ur ROM.
Or you can relock bootloader (if you backup ur TA partition) then root your phone using towelroot method.
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It is possible using towelroot but if you have an unlocked bootloader then it is much better to have a custom recovery because you can backup ur ROM.
Or you can relock bootloader (if you backup ur TA partition) then root your phone using towelroot method.
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will philz touch recovery be fine for Xperia M?
adish27 said:
will philz touch recovery be fine for Xperia M?
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yeahhh...that's fine.. you will enjoy it
Hello.
At the moment I am using stock lollipop .270.
How do I root it in order to backup the TA partition ?
Probably you have to flash KK v108 with Flashtool, root that and flash an already rooted+recovery 270 that are in the general section of the forum.
Or check around general forum if you can root without going back (been out of the loop with rooting procedures). Something like this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3140241
So if I use Flashtool I guess I have to onlock bootloader. Wouldn't that destroy the TA partition ? I want to backup it before I begin modifing anything.
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So if I use Flashtool I guess I have to onlock bootloader. Wouldn't that destroy the TA partition ? I want to backup it before I begin modifing anything.
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I rooted just a few days ago while on the 270 uk firmware. Unlock bootloader first then i auto rooted with chinese Kingroot app http://androidxda.com/download-kingroot-application . After this i follwed ( http://www.w0lfdroid.com/2015/05/How-to-Remove-Replace-KingUser-KingRoot-with-SuperSU.html ) this guide to remove kingroot and install super su. After this i used ( http://nut.xperia-files.com/ ) Th locked dual recovery from here which installed the recovery to the phone. Next step is here https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23991606952609257 . Once you flash this prerooted firmware you are fully rooted. good luck i hope this isnt too confusing.
Note iff you do not unlock bootloader the kingroot app will not be able to root the phone. bootloader unlock is the first step.
djbiti1 said:
So if I use Flashtool I guess I have to onlock bootloader. Wouldn't that destroy the TA partition ? I want to backup it before I begin modifing anything.
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For flashing a ftf via flashtool, You don't need to unlock bootloader. You could also try the link from My signature to root, it worked fine for Me on locked bootloader.
Mirhawk said:
For flashing a ftf via flashtool, You don't need to unlock bootloader. You could also try the link from My signature to root, it worked fine for Me on locked bootloader.
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That worked. Thanks!