Xperia M doesn't boot after unlocking bootloader - Sony Xperia M

HELP NEEDED!
Hi guys,
So I tried to unlock bootloader on my Xperia M (C1904). And after unlocking, it doesn't boot anymore. Just shows "Sony", and "Xperia", then the wave animation forever.
First of all, I access to Sony Developer World for unlock bootloader key, then used flashtool's BLU feature. It successfully completed and said "Device will reboot into system now" However it showed the wave animation forever, (waited for around 20 or more minutes) but there was no change, so I flashed stock .ftf file via Flashmode. HOWEVER, everything was the same as before.
Then I used BLU feature again to try Re-locking the bootloader, but it said that "Processing of loader.sin finished with errors." and "Your phone bootloader cannot be officially unlocked". I am sure that my XM is bootloader unlocking supported, and flashtool successfully finished unlocking.
I searched around the Internet and found many people is having same problem with me.
I DID try using Sony PC Companion to repair the software, but as you can imagine. It simply showed ERROR.
I need your help as fast as possible.
Thank you, and sorry for my bad English btw.
PS I did read XDA threads about this problem, but nothing helped much.

Reflesh the ROM stock in Flashtools
Flesha ROM original no flashtols

xperiaum said:
HELP NEEDED!
Hi guys,
So I tried to unlock bootloader on my Xperia M (C1904). And after unlocking, it doesn't boot anymore. Just shows "Sony", and "Xperia", then the wave animation forever.
First of all, I access to Sony Developer World for unlock bootloader key, then used flashtool's BLU feature. It successfully completed and said "Device will reboot into system now" However it showed the wave animation forever, (waited for around 20 or more minutes) but there was no change, so I flashed stock .ftf file via Flashmode. HOWEVER, everything was the same as before.
Then I used BLU feature again to try Re-locking the bootloader, but it said that "Processing of loader.sin finished with errors." and "Your phone bootloader cannot be officially unlocked". I am sure that my XM is bootloader unlocking supported, and flashtool successfully finished unlocking.
I searched around the Internet and found many people is having same problem with me.
I DID try using Sony PC Companion to repair the software, but as you can imagine. It simply showed ERROR.
I need your help as fast as possible.
Thank you, and sorry for my bad English btw.
PS I did read XDA threads about this problem, but nothing helped much.
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Buddy download stock firmware that works with your device(c1904) and I have heard that newley flashtool have some bugs most of the peoples found it difficult to use due to error so download a old version of flashtool.
Here is the link for flashtool that I use
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3WS5xjTt_0tQTZzQmNiZFc0R2M/view?pref=2&pli=1
It works smooth and don't forget to install drivers for xperia M found in C:/Flashtool/drivers after unpacking flashtool

Thank you guys for helping me.
I tried re-locking and flashed the stock firmware, and now my XM is working normally again.
Now, the question is, "Is there a way to safely unlock bootloader without soft bricking?"

xperiaum said:
Thank you guys for helping me.
I tried re-locking and flashed the stock firmware, and now my XM is working normally again.
Now, the question is, "Is there a way to safely unlock bootloader without soft bricking?"
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Here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2484622

KayM6.0.1 said:
Reflesh the ROM stock in Flashtools
Flesha ROM original no flashtols
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matrixex said:
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Buddy download stock firmware that works with your device(c1904) and I have heard that newley flashtool have some bugs most of the peoples found it difficult to use due to error so download a old version of flashtool.
Here is the link for flashtool that I use
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B3WS5xjTt_0tQTZzQmNiZFc0R2M/view?pref=2&pli=1
It works smooth and don't forget to install drivers for xperia M found in C:/Flashtool/drivers after unpacking flashtool.
If you are still facing problem than PM me I will help you to download SONY Original Stock Firmware(country wise) and how to create a ftf for your device.
It really worked for me.
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KayM6.0.1 said:
Here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2484622
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I did follow those steps yesterday, and flashtool said it DID unlock the bootloader, but my phone didn't boot at all and all those things happened. Should I try the same steps again and see if it works this time?

xperiaum said:
I did follow those steps yesterday, and flashtool said it DID unlock the bootloader, but my phone didn't boot at all and all those things happened. Should I try the same steps again and see if it works this time?
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Try the above code and see if this unlocked

KayM6.0.1 said:
Try the above code and see if this unlocked
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So you mean that I should try to unlock it again? Currently it's not.

xperiaum said:
So you mean that I should try to unlock it again? Currently it's not.
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Yes! But first try the code *#*#7378423#*#* to see if it worked
I can answer in Portuguese ?
I am Brazilian my English is not very good

KayM6.0.1 said:
Yes! But first try the code *#*#7378423#*#* to see if it worked
I can answer in Portuguese ?
I am Brazilian my English is not very good
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Haha, sorry but I don't speak Portuguese. I did try *#*#7378423#*#* and it says that the bootloader is unlockable. I will try to unlock it again using flashtool and report how it goes. Thx.

xperiaum said:
Haha, sorry but I don't speak Portuguese. I did try *#*#7378423#*#* and it says that the bootloader is unlockable. I will try to unlock it again using flashtool and report how it goes. Thx.
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entedes espanhol?
---------- Post added at 01:27 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:25 PM ----------
xperiaum said:
Haha, sorry but I don't speak Portuguese. I did try *#*#7378423#*#* and it says that the bootloader is unlockable. I will try to unlock it again using flashtool and report how it goes. Thx.
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0tBdDmtYB4
Here and in SPANISH but teaches step by step
good lucky!

KayM6.0.1 said:
entedes espanhol?
---------- Post added at 01:27 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:25 PM ----------
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b0tBdDmtYB4
Here and in SPANISH but teaches step by step
good lucky!
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Spanish teacher, well... a bit difficult for me
So I tried it again, and I successfully unlocked this time!!
Then I flashed AOSP 6.0! surprise!
Well, so thanks a lot for your kind help man! Now my phone's running the latest Rom

xperiaum said:
Spanish teacher, well... a bit difficult for me
So I tried it again, and I successfully unlocked this time!!
Then I flashed AOSP 6.0! surprise!
Well, so thanks a lot for your kind help man! Now my phone's running the latest Rom
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You're welcome! I am using the Ressurection remix 5.6.3 in my XMdual

xperiaum said:
HELP NEEDED!
Hi guys,
So I tried to unlock bootloader on my Xperia M (C1904). And after unlocking, it doesn't boot anymore. Just shows "Sony", and "Xperia", then the wave animation forever.
First of all, I access to Sony Developer World for unlock bootloader key, then used flashtool's BLU feature. It successfully completed and said "Device will reboot into system now" However it showed the wave animation forever, (waited for around 20 or more minutes) but there was no change, so I flashed stock .ftf file via Flashmode. HOWEVER, everything was the same as before.
Then I used BLU feature again to try Re-locking the bootloader, but it said that "Processing of loader.sin finished with errors." and "Your phone bootloader cannot be officially unlocked". I am sure that my XM is bootloader unlocking supported, and flashtool successfully finished unlocking.
I searched around the Internet and found many people is having same problem with me.
I DID try using Sony PC Companion to repair the software, but as you can imagine. It simply showed ERROR.
I need your help as fast as possible.
Thank you, and sorry for my bad English btw.
PS I did read XDA threads about this problem, but nothing helped much.
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KayM6.0.1 said:
You're welcome! I am using the Ressurection remix 5.6.3 in my XMdual
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So problem solved everybody try cyanogenmod 13 nightly by PeacnCM
supports all Nicki device fast s fluid just give it a try .

flashtool bug
I had similar problems as described in the first thread.
My flashtool version was 0.9.19.8 and during the blu-process the level meter stucks.
With "new" version 09.18.1 - as mentioned in one of the early replys - everything worked well.

xperiaum said:
Thank you guys for helping me.
I tried re-locking and flashed the stock firmware, and now my XM is working normally again.
Now, the question is, "Is there a way to safely unlock bootloader without soft bricking?"
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Buddy for first time soft bricking happens with all it happened with me too because for first time the DRM keys (a kind of key used to get sony official support and update OTA) get wiped forever since DRM keys are integral part of BOOT so it will led to softbrick only for first time after that you can easily unlock or relock your Device

matrixex said:
Buddy for first time soft bricking happens with all it happened with me too because for first time the DRM keys (a kind of key used to get sony official support and update OTA) get wiped forever since DRM keys are integral part of BOOT so it will led to softbrick only for first time after that you can easily unlock or relock your Device
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I see, didn't know that. It didn't happen when I unlocked bootloader on my Xperia U and... X10.

xperiaum said:
I see, didn't know that. It didn't happen when I unlocked bootloader on my Xperia U and... X10.
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I an 100%sure because i have unlocked my two devices both are xperia M Dual and bricked(bootloop) and I am 100% due to loosing DRM Keys. And don't reply or continue this comment the END

I am facing a similar issue.......
Unlocked by fastboot..... received [okay]....... seemed Unlocked and then bootloop....
After flashing again with the stock rom [generated by Flashtool decryption of Sony PC companion folder C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\13740270\blob_fs]....... I am not able to install TWRP recovery...
Now I am not sure whether the bootloader is locked or unlocked......
Is there a way to check........ further I intend to install CM13........ how to proceed...

ijsa said:
I am facing a similar issue.......
Unlocked by fastboot..... received [okay]....... seemed Unlocked and then bootloop....
After flashing again with the stock rom [generated by Flashtool decryption of Sony PC companion folder C:\ProgramData\Sony Mobile\Update Engine\db\13740270\blob_fs]....... I am not able to install TWRP recovery...
Now I am not sure whether the bootloader is locked or unlocked......
Is there a way to check........ further I intend to install CM13........ how to proceed...
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Well, you should be able to check if your device is unlocked when you connect to flashtool, can't you?

Related

[Q] Can't flash my xperia arc

hello
im trying to flash my xperia arc to ics but it wont flash
it always stuck on vendor.sin or system.sin
plz help
use the latest flashtool and make sure verification is unticked before flashing
it still stuck on system.sin
when the flashing starts its all good until it reaches to flashing vendor
then the percentage is still the same 10%
The most common cause locked bootloader, have you have it unlocked?
how can i know if its locked?
i cant use my phone
i have the logo of sony and then i see a phone under a caution sign
here http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions
knowing that you can't use your phone, just follow instruction to unlock it (don't read step 1-2, just jump to step 3)
cmiiw
have u ever tried to unlock it?or atleast do u remember? C'mon dig up the memories
what is IMEI?
Crypto123 said:
what is IMEI?
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well its like a digital fingerprint of a device..they are unique..no two fingerprints are same..they are 15 digits code.. Just key in *#06# on your mobile phone and it will display its IMEI number..just follow the instruction to unlock the bootloader man..
or you can find your IMEI in your phone box if i'm not mistaken
You can find the IMEI underneath the battery as well.
Swyped from my SE Xperia arc (LT15i) using Tapatalk 2
i unlocked the bootloader
and still the flashing cant be done
hey
I have same problem too, but i know my fault. firstly i unlocked and then i entered to cwm in phone and i tried to flash a rom (it must be this: MooDeD ICS ROM). and now phone wont start, only SONY logo open and freeze. What can i do for restore it?
Thank you very much.
jimitkewl said:
I have same problem too, but i know my fault. firstly i unlocked and then i entered to cwm in phone and i tried to flash a rom (it must be this: MooDeD ICS ROM). and now phone wont start, only SONY logo open and freeze. What can i do for restore it?
Thank you very much.
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its mean your phone bootloop..Flash again on flashTool... its because many reason... wrong read instruction or broken file...
arc_n_krizt said:
its mean your phone bootloop..Flash again on flashTool... its because many reason... wrong read instruction or broken file...
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Thank you. And I fixed the problem by using Sony Update Service.

[Q] xperia arc s fastboot mode

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.
...
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.
Sent from my Xperia Arc S using xda premium
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

[Q] r800x - OTA after unlocked bootloader can't get back into fastboot

Successfully unlocked my bootloader this afternoon on my Verizon r800x. :good:
After rebooting, I stupidly accepted the OTA update, apparently didn't pay attention to the warnings from the Sony website. :silly:
Now I've got a nice brick.
My phone won't boot.
I can't get back into fastboot by holding the search button.
I CAN get into flashtool, but reflashing the stock FTF doesn't seem to help the situation
Any suggestions?
try unlocking again/downloading fastboot drivers? Sorry if this doesn't help, I don't know too much.
I appreciate the suggestion, but like I said, can't get in to fastboot mode on the phone itself. Don't get the blue LED. Wouldn't think that would have anything to do with drivers; Windows doesn't even acknowledge a device being plugged in while I hold the search button, but as soon as I let go, I get the GREEN LED and I can use flashtool.
thebrownshow said:
I appreciate the suggestion, but like I said, can't get in to fastboot mode on the phone itself. Don't get the blue LED. Wouldn't think that would have anything to do with drivers; Windows doesn't even acknowledge a device being plugged in while I hold the search button, but as soon as I let go, I get the GREEN LED and I can use flashtool.
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Edit* Typing mistake
It doesnt matter if the xperia play drivers are installed on your pc. If the blue light doesnt turn on when your powering your R800x your fastboot is disabled. That means your bootloader is still locked.
chery2k said:
It doesnt matter if the xperia play drivers are installed on your pc. If the blue light should flash when your powering your R800x your fastboot is disabled. That means your bootloader is still locked.
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I appreciate the suggestions, really, I do, but I think you're kinda missing my point here. Whether the bootloader remains locked or not is not the issue at the moment.
The official sony instructions I followed when I unlocked it had me put the device into fastboot mode. It worked great. But now, specifically, step 12 no longer works.
ALSO, my phone won't boot, which is the actual problem I'm having at the moment.
So, my phone won't boot, AND my phone can't connect to fastboot in order to flash a new kernel or whatever else I might need to do to unbrick my phone. The ONLY thing that works right now is flashtool. Flashing the stock Verizon FTF with flashtool did not remedy the situation.
Does anyone know how I can get my phone back up and running?
thebrownshow said:
I appreciate the suggestions, really, I do, but I think you're kinda missing my point here. Whether the bootloader remains locked or not is not the issue at the moment.
The official sony instructions I followed when I unlocked it had me put the device into fastboot mode. It worked great. But now, specifically, step 12 no longer works.
ALSO, my phone won't boot, which is the actual problem I'm having at the moment.
So, my phone won't boot, AND my phone can't connect to fastboot in order to flash a new kernel or whatever else I might need to do to unbrick my phone. The ONLY thing that works right now is flashtool. Flashing the stock Verizon FTF with flashtool did not remedy the situation.
Does anyone know how I can get my phone back up and running?
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It is not possible to relock your bootloader in most cases, but this may be worth trying. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134334 There is a link to an ftf file you can possibly flash to relock the bootloader then reflash back to stock.
If that fails, chances are you have a damaged bootloader and/or TA (trim area) due to the failed update. This link may help you. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1252019
Here is another link as well by wedgess, I think he uses the same method as in the link above. They will both most likely log into your computer using team viewer to resolve your suspected TA/bootloader issue. Read the entire thread, but wedgess's post is #27 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1957328&page=3 . Good Luck...
XRaden said:
It is not possible to relock your bootloader in most cases, but this may be worth trying. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134334 There is a link to an ftf file you can possibly flash to relock the bootloader then reflash back to stock.
If that fails, chances are you have a damaged bootloader and/or TA (trim area) due to the failed update. This link may help you. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1252019
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Your wrong using ftf will not relock your bootloader.
thebrownshow said:
Successfully unlocked my bootloader this afternoon on my Verizon r800x. :good:
After rebooting, I stupidly accepted the OTA update, apparently didn't pay attention to the warnings from the Sony website. :silly:
Now I've got a nice brick.
My phone won't boot.
I can't get back into fastboot by holding the search button.
I CAN get into flashtool, but reflashing the stock FTF doesn't seem to help the situation
Any suggestions?
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Did you back up your trim area? Because you have damaged it and will need a repair contact allejandrissimo about a bootloader and trim area repair... you can contact him at http://unlock-bootloader.com/
Sent from my Sony Ericsson Xperia Play™ running P.A.C.man ROM using tapatalk 2™
Have you tried flashing a different ftf? I have the R800at, and I couldn't unlock my bootloader until I flashed a generic R800a ftf. I reflashed to the AT&T R800at after the bootloader was unlocked - no problems. Think you could flash an R800i ftf just to get back to a bootable state and then flash the Verizon R800x ftf?
chery2k said:
Your wrong using ftf will not relock your bootloader.
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Yeah, I posted it more for reference than a solution...hoping it may let him know why flashtool can't fix the problem. The problem is most certainly the TA which is why I posted the other links.
Fixed.
I flashed "Xperia 2011 Range_FreeXperial_ALL.ftf" upon the suggestion of alejandrissimo. Rebooted, and in fastboot as I type this.
Thanks to everyone for their input, but the real thanks go to alejandrissimo for the solution.
thebrownshow said:
Fixed.
I flashed "Xperia 2011 Range_FreeXperial_ALL.ftf" upon the suggestion of alejandrissimo. Rebooted, and in fastboot as I type this.
Thanks to everyone for their input, but the real thanks go to alejandrissimo for the solution.
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What exactly is the firmware like? What does it look like?

[Q] Rooted, unlocked and on CM - how to return to locked, unrooted stock?

Hi all
I need to send my ZL to the Sony repair centre, as it has a serious fault.
I have a rooted phone, with an unlocked bootloader and am currently running CM10.2. Can anyone tell me how to relock? To do that, I need stock firmware, but I don't know how to flash it as I've seen warnings that I can't flash this while unlocked. The official Sony software doesn't let me update, as it recognises I'm running "modified software."
I've downloaded the latest flashtool, but that's it so far. All help appreciated and yes, I have looked but couldn't find anything that wasn't conflicting information.
Thanks guys.
schnide
schnidex said:
Hi all
I need to send my ZL to the Sony repair centre, as it has a serious fault.
I have a rooted phone, with an unlocked bootloader and am currently running CM10.2. Can anyone tell me how to relock? To do that, I need stock firmware, but I don't know how to flash it as I've seen warnings that I can't flash this while unlocked. The official Sony software doesn't let me update, as it recognises I'm running "modified software."
I've downloaded the latest flashtool, but that's it so far. All help appreciated and yes, I have looked but couldn't find anything that wasn't conflicting information.
Thanks guys.
schnide
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have u made a ta backup?
bhavstech said:
have u made a ta backup?
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Hi - I have not. I've just downloaded the stock ftf and am about to try and Flashtool it, so I hope that's the right way to go
schnidex said:
Hi - I have not. I've just downloaded the stock ftf and am about to try and Flashtool it, so I hope that's the right way to go
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And according to Flashtool, it seems to have worked. Just trying to get my damn phone to turn on for long enough to find out now for myself.
schnidex said:
And according to Flashtool, it seems to have worked. Just trying to get my damn phone to turn on for long enough to find out now for myself.
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actually u cannot get ur warranty back bcoz u have lost ur bravia engine and drm keys
bhavstech said:
actually u cannot get ur warranty back bcoz u have lost ur bravia engine and drm keys
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Oh ****.
schnidex said:
Oh ****.
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but u can at least giv it a try show it to the service centre and hope they dont recognize
schnidex said:
Hi - I have not. I've just downloaded the stock ftf and am about to try and Flashtool it, so I hope that's the right way to go
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After flashing the .ftf you can also use flashtool to relock your BL.
If you're in EU, you can send your device to service center even if you previously unlocked the BL.
According to European Union law, Sony has to prove that your problem occured as a result of the unlocked BL..
And even if you're not in EU, just try and send it in. Depending on the problem, they often don't check BL and DRM status..
CokeJunkee said:
After flashing the .ftf you can also use flashtool to relock your BL.
If you're in EU, you can send your device to service center even if you previously unlocked the BL.
According to European Union law, Sony has to prove that your problem occured as a result of the unlocked BL..
And even if you're not in EU, just try and send it in. Depending on the problem, they often don't check BL and DRM status..
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MY PHONE IS FIXED! It took a couple of weeks, but the repair centre did a great job.
My phone is working and I love my ZL again. Thank you Sony repair!

Is there any way to relock the BL?

I want to return the device to stock and read on the sony dev website you have to flash a firmware but I do not see the Z5P, is there any other way?
thanks,
AC
Is there a reason why you need to relock the BL? According to Sony, there is no way to restore an unlocked BL.
Q: If I change my mind later on, is there any way to restore my device?
A: No. Once you have unlocked the boot loader, you will not be able to revert the device back to a locked or original state or restore the DRM security keys. You can however use the Flash tool for Xperia™ devices to flash a generic Sony ROM, although it will not receive automatic software upgrades.
Source
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fancymans said:
Is there a reason why you need to relock the BL? According to Sony, there is no way to restore an unlocked BL.
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Thanks but the Z5P does not come up as a supported device for the flash tool yet, so I guess the answer is no
aaronc_98 said:
Thanks but the Z5P does not come up as a supported device for the flash tool yet, so I guess the answer is no
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Whats up with warranty after unlocking BL?
miHah said:
Whats up with warranty after unlocking BL?
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Ask your consumer affairs lawyer in your locality. That's the proper person to ask.
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whats the use of re-locking it man you already lost your TA
aaronc_98 said:
I want to return the device to stock and read on the sony dev website you have to flash a firmware but I do not see the Z5P, is there any other way?
thanks,
AC
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You can relock it using flashtool. Just choose Xperia Z5 when the device window appears. I've already tried it, works like a charm.
Not sure if you can relock it without the back up drm keys. Since there isn't a backup program yet I would assume you've already lost the drm keys. I'm afraid you won't be to revert back to the same. Camera quality and x reality will be affected.
arjun.arora said:
You can relock it using flashtool. Just choose Xperia Z5 when the device window appears. I've already tried it, works like a charm.
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OK i have found flashtool and click the x, but when when the device reboots and the device chooser comes up, there is no z5p to choose from so just to confirm we use z5, correct?
thanks,
aaronc_98 said:
OK i have found flashtool and click the x, but when when the device reboots and the device chooser comes up, there is no z5p to choose from so just to confirm we use z5, correct?
thanks,
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Some important things before you attempt the relock:
The DRM keys will not be restored after the relock.
You have to reflash the entire firmware or just flash the stock kernel before relocking the bootloader.
The phone should be on stock kernel, if you try to relock it with custom kernel the phone might brick.
Click BLU in flashtool and follow the instructions.
arjun.arora said:
Some important things before you attempt the relock:
The DRM keys will not be restored after the relock.
You have to reflash the entire firmware or just flash the stock kernel before relocking the bootloader.
The phone should be on stock kernel, if you try to relock it with custom kernel the phone might brick.
Click BLU in flashtool and follow the instructions.
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OK sucessfully flashed the FTF, how can I check if the BL is locked?
thanks,
aaronc_98 said:
OK sucessfully flashed the FTF, how can I check if the BL is locked?
thanks,
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Turn off the mobile.
Press the BLU button in flashtool.
Press the volume down button of your mobile and connect it to the PC.
A pop up window will open, select Xperia Z5 (Z5P is not listed yet).
Another window will open, if you see Relock, press it, the bootloader will be relocked.
Let the process be over, then restart the mobile.
arjun.arora said:
Turn off the mobile.
Press the BLU button in flashtool.
Press the volume down button of your mobile and connect it to the PC.
A pop up window will open, select Xperia Z5 (Z5P is not listed yet).
Another window will open, if you see Relock, press it, the bootloader will be relocked.
Let the process be over, then restart the mobile.
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Thanks Arjun!
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Relocking Bootloader
I had to unlock my device's bootloader to downgrade it to marshmallow because of the WiFi issue in Nougat, so i did it and didn't backed up the DRM keys(i didn't knew i am supposed to do it. It wasn't mentioned in the tutorial i was following or i missed it). Anyways now i am on marshmallow and i am unable to update it VIA xperia companion. It complains that bootloader is unlocked. Now if i lock the bootloader will xperia companion will work ? What is the affect of the lost DRM keys ? And if anyone knows the WiFi issue is sovled or not ?
neodescorpio said:
I had to unlock my device's bootloader to downgrade it to marshmallow because of the WiFi issue in Nougat, so i did it and didn't backed up the DRM keys(i didn't knew i am supposed to do it. It wasn't mentioned in the tutorial i was following or i missed it). Anyways now i am on marshmallow and i am unable to update it VIA xperia companion. It complains that bootloader is unlocked. Now if i lock the bootloader will xperia companion will work ? What is the affect of the lost DRM keys ? And if anyone knows the WiFi issue is sovled or not ?
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Salam
use flashtool to upgrade / downgrade to any rom! you have unlocked bootloader! i never used xperia companion to update my z5p
Companin works after Relock BL
neodescorpio said:
I had to unlock my device's bootloader to downgrade it to marshmallow because of the WiFi issue in Nougat, so i did it and didn't backed up the DRM keys(i didn't knew i am supposed to do it. It wasn't mentioned in the tutorial i was following or i missed it). Anyways now i am on marshmallow and i am unable to update it VIA xperia companion. It complains that bootloader is unlocked. Now if i lock the bootloader will xperia companion will work ? What is the affect of the lost DRM keys ? And if anyone knows the WiFi issue is sovled or not ?
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Yes It will work!
IslzaeL said:
Yes It will work!
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Can confirm I did the same thing and forgot the keys (new to Sony devices vs. Google). IF you use the XDA FlashTool, you can re-lock the bootloader and Xperia Companion will recognize for a Factory reset of your device.
baldock88 said:
Can confirm I did the same thing and forgot the keys (new to Sony devices vs. Google). IF you use the XDA FlashTool, you can re-lock the bootloader and Xperia Companion will recognize for a Factory reset of your device.
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Did you restore the DRM keys from Xperia Companion or at least retrieve all the functions that DRM related (Xreality, Bravia engine ... )

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