Hello Frnds,
I need to submit my handset for housing crack issue to the SE service center.. But recently I had flashed it with the Stock ROM prepared with the help of SEUS and Flashtool. So can anyone tell me how to check my Bootloader has been unlocked or it is still locked? Because the method to flash the Stock ROM I used says that it wont unlock the bootloader.. So can somebody please tell me how can I check it? If it is unlocked then the SEUS or PC Companion will not detect it, right? Thanks..
mandarjoshiin said:
Hello Frnds,
I need to submit my handset for housing crack issue to the SE service center.. But recently I had flashed it with the Stock ROM prepared with the help of SEUS and Flashtool. So can anyone tell me how to check my Bootloader has been unlocked or it is still locked? Because the method to flash the Stock ROM I used says that it wont unlock the bootloader.. So can somebody please tell me how can I check it? If it is unlocked then the SEUS or PC Companion will not detect it, right? Thanks..
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If you did not unlock downloader then it will be locked, if you have you can relock it just search, and DooMLorD has a thread getting back to stock, hope this helps.
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If you unlock your bootlaoder, you will loose the DRM aplications like TrackID. So start the TrackID app and if it works, your bootloader is still locked, if it doesn't and you get some error, then it's unlocked.
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* . Then go to -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration". If there is:
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes << this means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes << this means that your bootloader is unlocked
Thanks all.. I checked.. It is not unlocked..
and if it says "Bootloader unlock allowed: No", I guess I have to the "pay" route to get it unlocked?
robotfoodisgood said:
and if it says "Bootloader unlock allowed: No", I guess I have to the "pay" route to get it unlocked?
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That means you have Simlock. You have to pay for simlock code for unlock and then unlock the bootloader
ZyxeLa said:
That means you have Simlock. You have to pay for simlock code for unlock and then unlock the bootloader
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Thanks for the quick response. It is already SIM unlocked, so I guess the next step is paying for bootloader unlock?
robotfoodisgood said:
Thanks for the quick response. It is already SIM unlocked, so I guess the next step is paying for bootloader unlock?
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No, no, bootloader unlock is official by Sony Ericsson and it's free. Go to this site and unlock your bootloader There is also Instruction
ZyxeLa said:
That means you have Simlock. You have to pay for simlock code for unlock and then unlock the bootloader
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Wrong. SIM/network lock and bootloader are completely separate.
It will always say "Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes" even if your bootloader is unlocked. Yes or No just refers to if it can be unlocked.
I did it on my x10i and the text bootloader isnt there anywhere. so what now?
BluechipJ said:
Wrong. SIM/network lock and bootloader are completely separate.
It will always say "Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes" even if your bootloader is unlocked. Yes or No just refers to if it can be unlocked.
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If it says bootloader unlock no can it still be unlocked using test point method ?
chiefy009 said:
If it says bootloader unlock no can it still be unlocked using test point method ?
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well, can it?
th3discodancer said:
well, can it?
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Yes but you need setool2 I believe, jinx13 can do it he did my arc s when it said no
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ZyxeLa said:
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* . Then go to -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration". If there is:
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes << this means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes << this means that your bootloader is unlocked
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I must confirm this. I've just unlocked bootloader on SE xperia mini pro, and before unlocking it was saying "Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes " and now after unlock it says "Bootloader Unlocked - Yes"
ZyxeLa said:
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* . Then go to -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration". If there is:
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes << this means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes << this means that your bootloader is unlocked
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That's totally wrong. If it says no, the only way to unlock it is paid and if it says yes, then it allows you to unlock it yourself with the test point or the official SE unlock bootloader feature using your IMEI.
Otku_znam said:
I must confirm this. I've just unlocked bootloader on SE xperia mini pro, and before unlocking it was saying "Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes " and now after unlock it says "Bootloader Unlocked - Yes"
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odd...because after i have unlocked the bootloader, i still have Bootloader unlock allowed: yes. I have confirmed I have an unlocked bootlaoder as I am able to use fastboot.
my brother have a branded x10i. I already installed xrecovery and custom rom, when i try to reach the service menu with *#*#7378423#*#* nothing is happening. How do i know if i can unlock bl or its locked?
just boot intro bootloader mode
ZyxeLa said:
Dial *#*#7378423#*#* . Then go to -> "Service Info" -> "Configuration". If there is:
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes << this means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes << this means that your bootloader is unlocked
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Hi, I'm on stock SE 2.3.3 GB, rooted with xrecovery 0.3
I want to install cobrato's miui 2.3.3 (gb 2.3.7), was wondering if i need to unlock my bootloader and flash any kernel or directly go ahead with it.
I tried ur method *#*#7378423#*#* aka *#*#SERVICE#*#* and there is no lone mentioning bootloader.
Thanks
HEllo,
Can I boot into fastmode if my xperia has an unlockable bootloader?
Thank you
rjpcardoso said:
HEllo,
Can I boot into fastmode if my xperia has an unlockable bootloader?
Thank you
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Can. Turn-off phone, then press and hold "Menu" button. Connect phone to computer. The LED will turn to blue color. Now, it is in fastboot mode.
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hyper200 said:
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If you have nothing to say then don't post.
pc-ox said:
Can. Turn-off phone, then press and hold "Menu" button. Connect phone to computer. The LED will turn to blue color. Now, it is in fastboot mode.
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are you sure about this? I don't seem to be able to.
BernardoCalhanas said:
are you sure about this? I don't seem to be able to.
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Then your bootloader isn't unlocked.
Keypad, type in *#*#7378423#*#*, Service Info, Configuration
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlocked: Yes
or this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
then you can enter fastboot mode.
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
then you can not enter fastboot.
Anymore questions?
Fastboot problem!
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Someguyfromhell said:
Keypad, type in *#*#7378423#*#*, Service Info, Configuration
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlocked: Yes
or this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
then you can enter fastboot mode.
If you see this
Code:
Bootloader unlock allowed: No
then you can not enter fastboot.
Anymore questions?
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hello,
i m using xperia arc s and having Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
in flashtool 0.9.10.1 i flash my device completely, then i attach a phone for fastboot,
everything going right, but when i click Lighting ICON => fastboot => OK nothing happen
need your help urgent
thanks in advance
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
Bagne said:
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
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Thanks bro,
But, i found that Xperia Ultimate HD can also install on Locked Boot loader
You can find it in Developer's Page
Q 16: Can I install this ROM on locked bootloader?
Yes. You can without Problems.
I use flash tool 0.9.10.1 & LuPus Kerenl
need help
er.mayankpatel said:
hello,
i m using xperia arc s and having Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes
in flashtool 0.9.10.1 i flash my device completely, then i attach a phone for fastboot,
everything going right, but when i click Lighting ICON => fastboot => OK nothing happen
need your help urgent
thanks in advance
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Put your phone into fastboot mode first (turn off your phone, hold down menu button and then connect the USB cable, blue LED shall light on).
Bagne said:
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
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Only original TrackID, provided with phone. The one from Play Store works with unlocked bootloader aswell.
Bagne said:
You have to make sure that your phone has unlocked bootloader, if it says "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" it doesn't mean your phone is unlocked, it only tells you that it can be unlocked.
If you have TrackID, try to play it, if it can be played, then the bootloader is still locked.
For unlocking, try the link below. And don't forget to thank them.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133650
I hope it help, Cheers
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Thanks For the Reply,
But, i want to flash my phone with XPERIA Ultimate HD, and on the Developer's page someone ask the question
Q 16: Can I install this ROM on locked bootloader?
Yes. You can without Problems.
if Yes, then how can i do this???????????
Please help, i just love this ROM
er.mayankpatel said:
Thanks For the Reply,
But, i want to flash my phone with XPERIA Ultimate HD, and on the Developer's page someone ask the question
Q 16: Can I install this ROM on locked bootloader?
Yes. You can without Problems.
if Yes, then how can i do this???????????
Please help, i just love this ROM
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Just DON'T install it. My Xperia Arc s is locked bootloader and i tried to install Ultimate HD Rom twice, but no hope after installation Sony logo stucks!
first time i solved it by using Update Service.
second time (NOW) still on Sony logo and Update Service isn't working, it says "You already have the latest software installed"
so for now I'm searching for a way to fix it
dark-shadow93 said:
Just DON'T install it. My Xperia Arc s is locked bootloader and i tried to install Ultimate HD Rom twice, but no hope after installation Sony logo stucks!
first time i solved it by using Update Service.
second time (NOW) still on Sony logo and Update Service isn't working, it says "You already have the latest software installed"
so for now I'm searching for a way to fix it
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Thanks dear,
I think it happen due to you have not unlock the bootloader
the same thing done with me,
now i am trying to unlock my bootloader
Use this link :- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1034087
After try this, Please tell me how can you do this????
Thanks in Advance
Someguyfromhell said:
Put your phone into fastboot mode first (turn off your phone, hold down menu button and then connect the USB cable, blue LED shall light on).
Only original TrackID, provided with phone. The one from Play Store works with unlocked bootloader aswell.
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Thanks For your reply,
I do the same what you tell, after putting my phone in fast boot then i do the things in Flashtool.
But nothing hapen
Please advice, what to do
er.mayankpatel said:
Thanks dear,
I think it happen due to you have not unlock the bootloader
the same thing done with me,
now i am trying to unlock my bootloader
Use this link :- http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1034087
After try this, Please tell me how can you do this????
Thanks in Advance
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Just SOLVED IT! :laugh:
I flashed stock firmware using flash tool
stock firmware link by a member in the forum: http://www.mediafire.com/?rhr59r4o6oarnfx
then::
1. rooted the device
2. installed CWM
3. wiped everything
4. installed UHD and choosing just one app to install
5. unticked reboot
6. wiped Dalvik Cache ONLY
7. reboot device from CWM
8. Enjoyed UHD
UHD is stock based so it will work on locked boot loader, if it doesnt then you're doing something wrongly.
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tangosierra_ said:
UHD is stock based so it will work on locked boot loader, if it doesnt then you're doing something wrongly.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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Not necessarily! choosing to install all the apps in the AROMA Installer causes sticking on Sony logo in locked bootloaders.
tangosierra_ said:
UHD is stock based so it will work on locked boot loader, if it doesnt then you're doing something wrongly.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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Thanks,
But, i flash my device with the following FTF file LT18i_4.1.B.0.587_(1254-2716).ftf
If the problem comes due to this file, then which one is suitable for my ARC S ????
Please reply
Namste !
How can i know that my bootloader unlocked or not ? I have attached the screenshot from service menu.
Try flashing a kernel in fastboot mode.
pracas said:
Namste !
How can i know that my bootloader unlocked or not ? I have attached the screenshot from service menu.
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yes your bootloader already unlocked.
it's already unlocked, if still lock, it'll say "Bootloader Unlock Allow : Yes"