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Verizon Xperia Play rooting issues

I unlocked the bootloader and rooted my new Verizon Xperia Play and it is having all kinds of problems. I get a forced closing whenever I try to make a phone call.
My computers cannot recognize my phone.
Is there a fix or a way to just go back to unlocked without having root until this can be worked out?? I can't not have the phone functions.
Please advise

Here ya go, read this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1009714
but on a helpful note. I would flash the stock verizon FTF file. That should fix any problems...

Could you please tell me how to flash the stock kernal???

You extract kernel.sin from the ftf file with 7z or winrar and flash it with fastboot:
Code:
fastboot flash boot kernel.sin
Regards Dousan...

Not that I want to unroot but this rom is messing up terribly. I followed the instructions (I think) and I checked root checker and it states that I have root but I can't use my phone (forced closing everytime). I know I'm so close but I am too much a noob on this phone to figure it out. I rooted the T-Bolt with no problems and I have installed nightly's regularly and new roms with no issues but this verizon phone is making me seriously frustrated.
Your idea was great and greatly appreciated but I don't know where to start.

It sounds like you followed the instructions on how to root the gsm model, and not the CDMA verizon. Use flashtool to flash back to stock verizon rom, then follow the instructions that are NOT stickied!
Sent from my R800x using Tapatalk

The way I obtained root without any problems was to flash Dooms kernal, then flash back to stock.
Sent from my R800x using XDA App

Rooting instructions are found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1098131
Sent from my R800x using Tapatalk

Here is what i get when I use flashtool 0.2.9.1. I used 0.3.0.0 first and the page said it only works for the arc.
Can somebody please help me with this?
here is a screenshot of what I am seeing with flashtool 0.2.9.1
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"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
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Thank you

291? Did you find install gordens gate drivers from drivers folder?
Sent from my Xperia PLAY R800i using XDA App

Dont use flashtool. Use fastboot.
Get the system file and the kernel file from my state of development thread.
put the phone into fastboot mode: turn off, then hold search while plugging in the usb line. the power light will turn steady blue.
fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce flash boot kernel.sin
and then
fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce flash system system.sin
This should put you back at stock.

Problem with USB driver (Windows) for unlocking bootloader

CONTEXT AND ACTIONS:
1. I have looked at similar threads before posting. There was only one thread related to a phone from the Sony Xperia family (below: did not help resolve)
2. I have an Xperia Play R800i with the bootloader unlockable (*#*#SERVICE#*#* said so) running build 4.0.2.A.0.42
3. I followed the instructions on the Sonymobile site (I can't post the URL). I got stuck at step 13. Windows refused to recognise the driver from the file nominated in step 9.
4. I removed the Android SDK and downloaded it again. I ignored step 10 in Sony's post. The same problem ensued.
5. I scoured the webs and this forum for similar problems. I found one post on this forum which pointed to a different URL with a different driver file (sorry, had to restart my computer in between and cannot find that post again).
6. I downloaded a file called "root-play.rar", unzipped it within my download folder. I tried installing this driver file again. Same problem.
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TL,DR: Problem: Windows is not recognising the driver for the S1 Fastboot USB device. I am unable to unlock my bootloader.
Request any assistance or advice on this aspect. Needless to say, this is the first time I am attempting to unlock the bootloader and I am completely green at this.
Thanks for reading; and in advance for any recommendations.

Try the tutorial from xperiagammer.com
Sent from my Xperia Play using XDA

It's called beginners guide to unlocking boot loader. Download the relevant files and follow instructions.
Sent from my Xperia Play using XDA

Try this drivers: http://www.mediafire.com/?1jqvtofgc13figr, for me it worked.
You should install it manually in device manager after connecting phone

Driver worked.
Thank you. That file has helped.
Although, I've run into a different problem now. I don't seem to have the fastboot.exe file in the Android SDK that I have downloaded. Well, that's fodder for another search in the forums.
How do I add to your "thanks meter"?

here u have fastboot (in rar archive).
and to thanks u need to use this button:
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"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
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my phone dead after a mod ..... help me please

hello everybody
now I'll die following up my phone if not back again
first I apologize for prolixity but I wanna explain everything I did coz I am a newbie
yesterday I could update my phone "Xperia arc S" to officially ICS
after installing cwm I felt that my phone reboot many times before accessing
the home then I root the phone
then I've applied reboot mod [MOD] Reboot Options in Power Menu [4.0.2.A.0.42]
firstly I don't notice that may not work for ICS
and also I've applied camera mod ICS-Nordic562-CamExtreme+5MP
NOW !!!!!!
when I reboot the phone it reaches to the first of the bootanimation and reboot again (looping)
I thought that maybe the framework became broken and I have to back ICS's
so I've applied ICS-Nordic562-FrameworkMod-PartA(odex) but not success
then I've applied Xperia ICS framework
also not success
in trying to fix this big problem I've applied [ROM] Official Sony ICS 4.1.A.0.562 NCB Generic + ROOT [Update: 15.04.2012]
but in the end of the flashing it sent this error
RROR - ERR_SEVERITY="MAJOR";ERR_CLASS="MEMORY_CLASS";ERR_STATIC="HASH_VER";ERR_DYNAMIC="Final data verification failed";
and when booting up after Sony logo it shows me this
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
then shutdown
also when I tried to re-update it using PCC it didn't detected the phone "your phone not supported or something like this"
please help me I'm so broken

Flash again the ftf file ([ROM] Official Sony ICS 4.1.A.0.562 NCB Generic + ROOT [Update: 15.04.2012]) to other usb slot.. just follow the instruction on how to flash it.. and Don't forget to check the "no final verification check" and your phone will be good again..

thank you so much it worked nice
but I wanna know what I did that causing the problem ??
also after flashing my phone to ICS I rooted but the bluetooth won't work after root
I used to root DooMLoRD_v1_Xperia-2011-ICS-ROOT-emu-busybox-su
during the operation it detect the phone then reboot and tell me to disconnect and reconnect after I disable and re-enable USB Debugging
(looping)
so I rooted with SuperOneClickv2.3.3-ShortFuse but the bluetooth failed
what I have to do ??
and I apologize for annoyance

Np bro. You can try to install cwm(old tool will do) then perform factory reset in (cwm). If the error persist, try to install again the ftf and use the rooting tool posted by DL and make sure its for ics..
Sent from my LT15i using xda premium

Question..
timpot07 said:
Flash again the ftf file ([ROM] Official Sony ICS 4.1.A.0.562 NCB Generic + ROOT [Update: 15.04.2012]) to other usb slot.. just follow the instruction on how to flash it.. and Don't forget to check the "no final verification check" and your phone will be good again..
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I have a question... Whats the proposite of "no final verification check"

Flash tools will make sure Rom has installed and that all is ok.
With ics this can cause an issue something to do with the library's and scripts.
By unticking the box flashtools will not report error even tho there is no error
Sent from my LT18i using XDA App

Root, CM10 and JB for my phone? [WARNING: NOOB TOPIC]

Hello, I recently got xperia play, and decided to root my phone for better performance. Just for fun went to youtube and found this:
Then I remenbered this page, and just found few threads: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2240285 and http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1312859.
My phone specs:
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"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
If I am correct, according to first thread above, I cant root my device and second one is saying that I cant install JB on my device.
AAAAAAAAND... Im totaly confused now and dont know what to do.

Can you be more clear on what exactly are you trying to achieve?
if you wanna root your phone you must enable "unknown sources" inside applications and also under developing you must enable "USB Debuging".
Then plug your phone in the usb while it's turned on normally and execute the run-me in the zerg rush files.
after that you can install rom manager and get a recovery going on,
when you do have a recovery going on you can use it to flash a new rom.

dev639 said:
Can you be more clear on what exactly are you trying to achieve?
if you wanna root your phone you must enable "unknown sources" inside applications and also under developing you must enable "USB Debuging".
Then plug your phone in the usb while it's turned on normally and execute the run-me in the zerg rush files.
after that you can install rom manager and get a recovery going on,
when you do have a recovery going on you can use it to flash a new rom.
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Ok, I rooted my device, what is rom manager? CM10?

In this thread you will be guided to install a recovery
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1437840
It's basically install the apk ask the apk to install a recovery and you're done.
Now you will have theability to boot into recovery mode.
To do so you have to keep pressing volume down as you turn on your device.
You will then be able to proceed to installing custom roms.
You might also wanna research for flashtools from there on.

[Q] Need help to recover my phone!

Hello guys i have a huge problem.
I tried to root my phone xperia m single.
I flashed the newest firmware Xperia M C1905_Google Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)_15.4.A.0.23.ftf with flashtool everything was fine.
Unlocked bootloader with the code from sony.
After i flashed a kernel with CWM.
And after this is stuck on a bootloop my device dont want to boot.
I have acess to recovery but i want to recovery my contacts can someone help?

Wooby said:
Hello guys i have a huge problem.
I tried to root my phone xperia m single.
I flashed the newest firmware Xperia M C1905_Google Android 4.3 (Jelly Bean)_15.4.A.0.23.ftf with flashtool everything was fine.
Unlocked bootloader with the code from sony.
After i flashed a kernel with CWM.
And after this is stuck on a bootloop my device dont want to boot.
I have acess to recovery but i want to recovery my contacts can someone help?
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you just need to restore your kernel, now open your flashtool and select the bolt icon. after that choose flash mode and choose your latest firmware.
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uncheck list your cache and data to avoid format data after flash kernel
after that you can flash this requirement on your ftf file. i mean you don't need to flash all requirement file.
1. kernel
2. FOTA
3. Baseband
4. system
5. elabel
after that choose flash and connect your device to flashmode and wait for flashing progress and reboot your device.
but in my knowledge you need to full wipe after unlock bootloader, but i hope this will work without wipe data

Thx for the asnwer I wanted to root my freind phone on android 4.3
when it stuck in bootloop i was so scared that i bricked his device and i thought i wont fix it
I flashed the 4.1 soft, the phone booted, then i flashed again 4.3 bootloader was unlocked already and flashed the cm kernel for cm12 and now he enjoys lollipop ;D
but i didnt recover his contacs , over 100 contacts are gone ;< but like 15 was synced with his gmail
i dont know why on 4.1 soft his phone said i cant unlock the bootloader ;P