[HELP]Unlocking bootloader and backup drm keys - Xperia Z1 Compact Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I'm in stock KK fw.757 and i must root my Z1C but the problem is that the drm keys needs root access to backup it but my Z1 is not root. For root i need to unlock the bootloader but i can't backup the drm keys before unlock the bootloader because my z1c is not root :banghead::banghead:
I know that i can root my phone in locked bootloader but i will loose my data if i follow that method and i dont want to loose my data
Someone can help me?
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optic-XPERIA said:
I'm in stock KK fw.757 and i must root my Z1C but the problem is that the drm keys needs root access to backup it but my Z1 is not root. For root i need to unlock the bootloader but i can't backup the drm keys before unlock the bootloader because my z1c is not root :banghead::banghead:
I know that i can root my phone in locked bootloader but i will loose my data if i follow that method and i dont want to loose my data
Someone can help me?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2634196
I did root my Z1C with that tutorial.
but you must have understand all steps before do anything and remember that only you are the responsable about you´ll do to you Z1C!

But with that tutorial, i will lose my data
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optic-XPERIA said:
But with that tutorial, i will lose my data
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To get something u have to loose something.. There is no other way available.. You can take backup and restore.. If u dont want to backup restore then u have to stick with unrooted phone
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How to backup live wallpaper?

I want to unlock my boot loader and root my phone, but I've heard doing so wipes all data off of your phone. There is a certain live wall paper I would like to keep which is no longer available on the market.
How would I go about saving this file somewhere? Without having root access in the first place ofcourse.
Any tips much appreciated.
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You dont need an unlocked bootloader to root your phone
if you root your phone first (theres a thread bout it in android development section) and install Titanium backup/MyBACKUPROOT and backup your wallpaper it should be saved
Unlock Bootloader,regain root access,restore!
Do I not need to flash down to 2.3.2 to use that root method? I'm currently on 2.3.3. Would flashing down wipe the phone?
Or is there a new root method?
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Zub7 said:
Do I not need to flash down to 2.3.2 to use that root method? I'm currently on 2.3.3. Would flashing down wipe the phone?
Or is there a new root method?
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You can flash with flashtool without loosing data
Ahh ok, thanks guys for the help!
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[Q] apps on startup

Is there a way to prevent some apps to load when I turn on my phone (like "Whatsapp", that I don´t use) ?
Is there something like "/etc/init.d" ? Need to be root ?
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Yes, try Gemini app manager from the market. You can use that to disable auto start off different apps
And yes you do need root for that
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hummm, I was trying to avoid root. If I get root access, I will delete all that trash...
Root access is easily available, non permanent, you can revert it, AND it does not affect warranty,.as long as you flash back original ROM before you send it.
Use zergrush exploit.
Btw, unlocking bootloader DOES void warranty
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crazymister said:
Root access is easily available, non permanent, you can revert it, AND it does not affect warranty,.as long as you flash back original ROM before you send it.
Use zergrush exploit.
Btw, unlocking bootloader DOES void warranty
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Thank you, I´ll do it and remove all that crap once and for all...

[Q] Unlocking Bootloader For Acro S- Clarification

What are the risks behind unlocking bootloader and most importantly, what do we lose after we unlock it and lose the DRM codes? Do we lost the inability to receive official software from Sony over PC Companion?
Thanks in advance!
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i was able to use again PC Companion, after i have relocked the bootloader (stock rom doesn't seem different)
just remember that this will wipe your data!
mirhl said:
i was able to use again PC Companion, after i have relocked the bootloader (stock rom doesn't seem different)
just remember that this will wipe your data!
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Data as in data partition? Or internal SD too?
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only data
NOT sd

Rooting 4.3 help UB

I m rooting my XM SS 1904 by unlocking bootloader what do i need to do?
Do i need ftf to flash right after unlocking bootloader
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Kaml.Sarao said:
I m rooting my XM SS 1904 by unlocking bootloader what do i need to do?
Do i need ftf to flash right after unlocking bootloader
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Bro search the forum before posting new thread, look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696259 and hit thanks
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There's nothing explained about unlocking bootloader
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Kaml.Sarao said:
There's nothing explained about unlocking bootloader
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Look here if u want to unlock your bootloader - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2650510
And no you don't have to flash the ftf right after unlocking bootloader, you can do it anytime... Unlocking bootloader and flashing ftf are two different things
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Hello Kaml,
Im not sure if rooting "by unlcking bootloader" is the only option you are considering but you dont need to unlock bootloader to root 4.3.
I rooted my Xperia on 4.3 following this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51730927
If you want to unlock bootloader anyway, please, make a backup of the TA partition first: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
To unlock bootloader: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2650510
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DanDare_77 said:
Hello Kaml,
Im not sure if rooting "by unlcking bootloader" is the only option you are considering but you dont need to unlock bootloader to root 4.3.
I rooted my Xperia on 4.3 following this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51730927
If you want to unlock bootloader anyway, please, make a backup of the TA partition first: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598
To unlock bootloader: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2650510
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Rooting with locked bl is too complex i didnt get it clearly and didn't used these tools before :/
Can someone please explain it to me clearly what to do
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Hi Kaml.
Yeah, it's a bit confusing when you first go to it. If you dont like the adrenaline/fear/expectation mix, better is to ask someone else to do it for you
You say that's too complicated to root with a locked bootloader. That’s not always true, it’s relative. The post I linked to you is very clear and it’s not complicated at all, but you will need to start from a 4.2.2 rooted ROM, maybe that’s the complicated part for you.
Anyway, I suggest you to confirm if you can unlock your bootloader. Did you checked it already? It may save you time by knowing it beforehand.
To check, go to the dialer and type: *#*#7378423#*#* then go for Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you are able to unlock it. This is from thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2484622
Read that thread, especially when it says “before unlocking please take backup TA partition from here”. By backing up the TA partition you can restore it later if need and then you have some chance of not losing Sony warranty if you ever need it.
Im not aware of other methods for rooting 4.3 besides the link I posted on my first reply, take a look and you will find other methods (probably).
Anyway, if you are interested in backing up the TA partition, it’s only possible if you have a rooted phone already and that’s kinda of a chicken/egg problem so that’s another motive of seeking for rooting methods without touching the bootloader at first. One way to solve it is to half root your phone, enable USB debugging and Unknown Sources from development menu, then run the script to backup the TA partition.
How can i downgrade to 4.1 SS!?
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Kaml.Sarao said:
How can i downgrade to 4.1 SS!?
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Bro you need to flash the 4.1 firmware using the flashtool.
Here is XMS 4.1 ftf file link- https://docs.google.com/file/d/0B23-yUd9svboQ3g1cGdKdnlWSDA/edit?pli=1
and here is the guide to use flashtool - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2697277
Kaml.Sarao said:
Rooting with locked bl is too complex i didnt get it clearly and didn't used these tools before :/
Can someone please explain it to me clearly what to do
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If you dont understand it. Go to this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2709911
.go to page 9 of that thread an there you will see a step by step guide on how to root with LB made by me. Go for it. It is made in a lot if detail.
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Ok i have finally rooted with LB..
But when i tried to swap storage n flash zip file using flash gordon it says not a valid file..
& i m not getting it worked..
I have used this method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2711280
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[Q]Why I can't unlock bootloader after relock

After I unlocked bootloader on my T2 . I used Flashtool to relock it .Then I can't lock it again. Why?
the flash tool shows: remore:command did not succeed. How can I lock it again? 3Q please help me :crying:
Did You Backup Your DRM keys and Partition Via TA Backup, Before Unlocking bootloader ?
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lostfurby said:
Did You Backup Your DRM keys and Partition Via TA Backup, Before Unlocking bootloader ?
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I used to backup it but my old computer has been sold out,so I don't have the DRM keys now. :crying::crying: What should I do?:crying:
gorthend said:
I used to backup it but my old computer has been sold out,so I don't have the DRM keys now. :crying::crying: What should I do?:crying:
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There is probably a backup of TA.img on mobile.. It'll be in the sdcard. That's the home folder.
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