Hello there,
I see that there are already some threads about that but i'm a little bit confused. Can please someone posts clear instructions and links for the tools needed in order to downgrade my xperia M5 to lollipop?
So you need to download the latest version of flashtool from www.flashtool.net then look up your m5's model (eg. E5603, E5606, E5653) and download the software from http://www.xperiablog.net/forum/resources/categories/2015-xperia-range.73/ here (generic just means not set to a specific carrier and it doesnt matter about the country), then click the lightning button in flashtool and select flash mode then select your software and then follow the instructions
Thanks very much for the instructions. I also combined some guides found on the internet and performed the downgrade. You should download the firmware via xperifirm, bundle it in flashtool and then flash it.
fothot said:
Thanks very much for the instructions. I also combined some guides found on the internet and performed the downgrade. You should download the firmware via xperifirm, bundle it in flashtool and then flash it.
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hey man, could you tell me how bundle the firmware through flashtool and how flash it? thanks
frezziex said:
hey man, could you tell me how bundle the firmware through flashtool and how flash it? thanks
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well i have done it long ago but as far as i remember i used this guide (http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...are-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide) to create my ftf and then i flashed it. It easy after that you just flash the rom
fothot said:
well i have done it long ago but as far as i remember i used this guide (http://www.xperiablog.net/2014/08/1...re-files-using-xperifirm-and-flashtool-guide) to create my ftf and then i flashed it. It easy after that you just flash the rom
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Thanks so much, I try and it works!
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Hi all
Right now I am using slimbean build 5
My phone is xperia s 4.2.2
And as u know official Sony blog said that jb is rolling out
So I want tft file
And wand to know is there any problems Gina happen when flashing
Note : I updated boot.IMG from the slimbean update as they said
So what should I do
last thing I want to know if I can get back
Mobile bravie engine and music info
Plz give me link and step by step explanation
Thx all
amraasar said:
Hi all
Right now I am using slimbean build 5
My phone is xperia s 4.2.2
And as u know official Sony blog said that jb is rolling out
So I want tft file
And wand to know is there any problems Gina happen when flashing
Note : I updated boot.IMG from the slimbean update as they said
So what should I do
last thing I want to know if I can get back
Mobile bravie engine and music info
Plz give me link and step by step explanation
Thx all
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Yes you can get back the BRAVIA Engine and download Music Info.
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Ben Ling said:
Yes you can get back the BRAVIA Engine and download Music Info.
Sent from my Sony Xperia™ sola using XDA Premium App
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how /...????
links plz
waiting
amraasar said:
how /...????
links plz
waiting
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Hello @amraasar,
Please take your time to look into our General Thread for Xperia S
You will find all the useful information their.
Thank You,
Dwarkesh Soren
A word of advice :
You need your phone to have a locked bootloader.
And update your phone software via PC Companion or Sony Update Service Softwares.
Please reply if you have any doubt I'd be really happy to help
OTE=dwarkesh2492;42018818]Hello @amraasar,
Please take your time to look into our General Thread for Xperia S
You will find all the useful information their.
Thank You,
Dwarkesh Soren
A word of advice :
You need your phone to have a locked bootloader.
And update your phone software via PC Companion or Sony Update Service Softwares.
Please reply if you have any doubt I'd be really happy to help[/QUOTE]
Iam now in slimbean 4.2.2
and I downloaded generic ics .ftf
Also relock.ftf
And I know I have to unroot my phon and also relook boot loader
But what I don't know is the order
What should I do first and second and .....
Cruz there r a lot of title in the general forum
Would u plz give me links and order of
Returning from custom ROM to stock ROM and closing boot loader
and the most important is get back mobile bra via engine
Thx
Already thanks ^_^
Hi @amraasar,
Dont worry I'll help you out as much as possible.
First of all Pay attention very carefully cuz i am writing down everything.
Explanation for you to understand what you will be doing.
---> When you are in Custom slim bean 4.2.2
You are already Rooted And Unlocked.
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Now
When You Use Flashtool To Flash Your Downloaded STOCK ftf file.
--->You automatically are Unrooted. because it is STOCK!
Now only thing left to do is, Relock the bootloader.
For that we have the Relock bootloader file.
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How to proceed :
1. Put the downloaded ftf and relock file in firmware folder of Flashtool
2. Do not connect phone now.
3. Flash only The ICS ftf file you just downloaded by following method in guide.
4.After flash is complete. Switch on phone and check everything is working.
5. Now time to relock the bootloader
6. Again run flashtool.
7. this time you have to flash only the relock file
8. After flash is complete.
9. Your phone is as good as new.
dwarkesh2492 said:
Hi @amraasar,
Dont worry I'll help you out as much as possible.
First of all Pay attention very carefully cuz i am writing down everything.
Explanation for you to understand what you will be doing.
---> When you are in Custom slim bean 4.2.2
You are already Rooted And Unlocked.
_____________________________________________
Now
When You Use Flashtool To Flash Your Downloaded STOCK ftf file.
--->You automatically are Unrooted. because it is STOCK!
Now only thing left to do is, Relock the bootloader.
For that we have the Relock bootloader file.
_________________________________________________
How to proceed :
1. Put the downloaded ftf and relock file in firmware folder of Flashtool
2. Do not connect phone now.
3. Flash only The ICS ftf file you just downloaded by following method in guide.
4.After flash is complete. Switch on phone and check everything is working.
5. Now time to relock the bootloader
6. Again run flashtool.
7. this time you have to flash only the relock file
8. After flash is complete.
9. Your phone is as good as new.
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Tyx for that u really helped me
But what about Mob. Bra via engine ?
Nobody mentioned how to do it .. Would u help me plz
amraasar said:
Tyx for that u really helped me
But what about Mob. Bra via engine ?
Nobody mentioned how to do it .. Would u help me plz
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.and also shouldn't I return to official boot.IMG ?
Or it will return automatically ?
and if I have to do it manually would u bring me the download link and guide
Thx again
amraasar said:
how /...????
links plz
waiting
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you can ask him to make it
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2301489
amraasar said:
.and also shouldn't I return to official boot.IMG ?
Or it will return automatically ?
and if I have to do it manually would u bring me the download link and guide
Thx again
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The Logic is.
If your DRM keys are not changed in the TA partition
Your BE and xLoud and all the enhancements from sony will work once you return your phone to stock.
If you are in custom firmware and kernel
You would need a mod.
I am back to stock very recently and everything works for me.
I hope this information helps.
~Dwarkesh
All the credits for DooMLoRD, I just adapted your tutorial for C6503.
Original Post
I just tested it with Brazilian C6503.
Probably works with other models
How to:
Download the two files from the download section below, and DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post.
Open FlashTool and flash the C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable.
Now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode.
CLOSE FLASHTOOL
Extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip (Downloaded in Original Post) to root directory on c:\
Execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of DooMLoRD easy rooting toolkit.
The above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
After rooting is over the device will restart.
You can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version).
Once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again.
Now flash C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware.
Thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
Downloads:
C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post
C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf
This method worked for me
vinaaa said:
All the credits for DooMLoRD, I just adapted your tutorial for C6503.
Original Post
I just tested it with Brazilian C6503.
Probably works with other models
How to:
Download the two files from the download section below, and DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post.
Open FlashTool and flash the C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf file, this is JUST the kernel of an older firmware which was rootable.
Now once flashing is done reboot device and connect to PC in usb debuggin mode.
CLOSE FLASHTOOL
Extract the file DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip (Downloaded in Original Post) to root directory on c:\
Execute runme_ file corresponding to your OS on desktop PC, this will execute a SPECIAL version of DooMLoRD easy rooting toolkit.
The above step is crucial! if you use any older version of the toolkit then IT WILL NOT WORK!
After rooting is over the device will restart.
You can verify if device is rooted by checking for SuperSU app (it is the newest version).
Once thats done now power down device and open FlashTool again.
Now flash C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf file to get back to the true kernel for the firmware.
Thats it after flashing is done just disconnect and power on device and enjoy rooted phone!
Downloads:
C6503_10.3.A.0.423_MEA.ftf
DooMLoRD_Easy-Rooting-Toolkit_v18_perf-event-exploit.zip in Original Post
C6503_10.3.1.A.0.244_DE.ftf
This method worked for me
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Worked for me too on C6506
Thx so much, did someone try in C6502?
It worked on my german 6503 !! Thx!!
Works like a charm in Brazilian Xperia ZL (or ZQ, here in Brazil)
Is the kernel the same for all. 244 ZLs?
DoubleYouPee said:
Is the kernel the same for all. 244 ZLs?
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No, Just for C6503
Another confirmation of a German 6503 owner, works like a charm!
do i need to unlocked bl first?
paullu said:
do i need to unlocked bl first?
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No, you don't need to unlocked first
The other method just flash full .423 firmware then used v18 rootkit to root the device then install .244over the air (OTA) which I tested and worked.
phone bricked after flashing the kernel =[
nosebleedXD said:
phone bricked after flashing the kernel =[
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What version of ZL do u have?
CLB-NL said:
Another confirmation of a German 6503 owner, works like a charm!
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+1
Will this work with...
Hi to all!!
Thanks for making this tutorial! Just have a quick question before a root my friend's devise. I'm wondering if this method will work with my device:
Sony Xperia ZL
Model # C6506 (phone model)
Version # 10.1.A.1.395 (stock firmware)
SP: Videotron
If you need more info, let me know and I'll provide them asap!
Thanks in advance!
tagme said:
Hi to all!!
Thanks for making this tutorial! Just have a quick question before a root my friend's devise. I'm wondering if this method will work with my device:
Sony Xperia ZL
Model # C6506 (phone model)
Version # 10.1.A.1.395 (stock firmware)
SP: Videotron
If you need more info, let me know and I'll provide them asap!
Thanks in advance!
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No, for stock firmware you can just use this (easier) method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327472
Then just over-the-air update to get latest firmware
DoubleYouPee said:
No, for stock firmware you can just use this (easier) method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2327472
Then just over-the-air update to get latest firmware
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Thank you very much!
DarkGonz said:
What version of ZL do u have?
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nvm fixed it
nosebleedXD said:
nvm fixed it
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What happened?
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What happened?
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iunno the phone wouldnt boot, the notification light blinked red everytime i turned it on
i let my phone charge for the night and then it turned on again
EDIT: Looks like my device got bricked, can anyone help please thanks!
If any of you could get me a D5316 boot.img it would really help!!
Easy root tool must be unlock first
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I have tried every method posted here on XDA. I cannot find one that works.
shirishahir said:
Easy root tool must be unlock first
Sent from my C6802 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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Do you happen to have a link thanks
babcocca said:
I have tried every method posted here on XDA. I cannot find one that works.
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That's reassuring lol, do you have the same model as I do?
Okaham said:
Do you happen to have a link thanks
That's reassuring lol, do you have the same model as I do?
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D5316
babcocca said:
D5316
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What methods have you tried?
Well it seems as if my device has Bricked, any advice on what to do now..?
Tried everything I can think of and searched the web, I'm guessing I installed the wrong boot.img on the device and that's what's causing it to hang and not get past the "Sony" screen...if anyone here could get me the boot.img for the D5316 it would be MUCH appreciated, thanks!
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Well it seems as if my device has Bricked, any advice on what to do now..?
Tried everything I can think of and searched the web, I'm guessing I installed the wrong boot.img on the device and that's what's causing it to hang and not get past the "Sony" screen...if anyone here could get me the boot.img for the D5316 it would be MUCH appreciated, thanks!
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Just re flash using flashtool..but you will lost all your data...
Chena_22 said:
Just re flash using flashtool..but you will lost all your data...
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Tried that but did not work, says my device is unsupported
Have you updated the flashtool?
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Have you updated the flashtool?
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What do you mean? It should be the latest version that I downloaded, and I checked Sony's website and they said the T2 Ultra was unsupported
DId you happen to install Sony PC Companion from your phone?
Okaham said:
What do you mean? It should be the latest version that I downloaded, and I checked Sony's website and they said the T2 Ultra was unsupported
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I mean have you download the latest flashtool? And I'm not talking about pc companion
I am on the same boat! I asked for help in another thread as well. Flashtool by sony "Emma" recognizes the phone, but fails to update phone due to this customization.
xmatic said:
I am on the same boat! I asked for help in another thread as well. Flashtool by sony "Emma" recognizes the phone, but fails to update phone due to this customization.
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I have downloaded latest Flash tool and able to take the backup of my D5316 model (not yet done root or recovery). Not sure we can flash it back to device after trying to unlock bootloader or root the device (in case unlock/root fails).
I dont see the the rooting procedure for device D5316. They are talking of TA Backup prior any rooting or Unlocking BL. When taking the complete FTF, doesn't it retain the DRM keys? I am less confident risking going for rooting for this device without confirmed backup of TA
Emma don't support Xperia T2 Ultra but you can use other Flash tool
To restore the original firmware go to xperiafirmware.com/8-firmware/55-sony-xperia-t2-ultra-d5303
download the tool and the firmware of Xperia t2 ultra (D5303/D5316/D5306/XM50t) <- same model
Check you put your phone on flash mode (volume down), not fastboot (volume up).
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I have downloaded latest Flash tool and able to take the backup of my D5316 model (not yet done root or recovery). Not sure we can flash it back to device after trying to unlock bootloader or root the device (in case unlock/root fails).
I dont see the the rooting procedure for device D5316. They are talking of TA Backup prior any rooting or Unlocking BL. When taking the complete FTF, doesn't it retain the DRM keys? I am less confident risking going for rooting for this device without confirmed backup of TA
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Can you please upload your backup to mega.co.nz :highfive:
I don't have backup of my D5316 so i use the D5303 that are the same, but i will appreciate if you share your backup.
andresmichel said:
Emma don't support Xperia T2 Ultra but you can use other Flash tool
To restore the original firmware go to xperiafirmware.com/8-firmware/55-sony-xperia-t2-ultra-d5303
download the tool and the firmware of Xperia t2 ultra (D5303/D5316/D5306/XM50t) <- same model
Check you put your phone on flash mode (volume down), not fastboot (volume up).
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Can you please upload your backup to mega.co.nz :highfive:
I don't have backup of my D5316 so i use the D5303 that are the same, but i will appreciate if you share your backup.
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Flashtool you need to get from http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
Stock Sony firmware you can download using another nice tool: XperiFirm ~ Xperia Firmware Downloader & Checker.
Using Flashtool you will need to convert stock firmware into flashable D5316_4.4.2_Sony.ftf , then you need to put your phone in flashmode mode by connecting USB cable to a computer while pushing Vol down (or up). Flashtool should recognize this mode.
Then you can chose what do you want to flash and what to skip.
It worked well for me and hope will help others.
Good luck!
I'm stuck on the android screen after flashing my T2 with a FXP ASOP Build. Will this same method to get me back to stock?
Download your device stock ftf file. And then flash through flashtool
Done and I'm back up and running. Appreciate the help. Now I need to cook my own ASOP rom. One last question, when I reflashed, SuperSu and other apps said they didnt have root access but when I got to unlock the phone again. It says its already unlocked. What am I missing here?
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i had rooted with the mod kernel for 32.2.A.0.253. now there is new update, is it safe to update with flashtool, because i dont want to mess up with my device to extreme level.
Please Help...
Thanks to all of you who are helping....In advance...
vishal7743 said:
i had rooted with the mod kernel for 32.2.A.0.253. now there is new update, is it safe to update with flashtool, because i dont want to mess up with my device to extreme level.
Please Help...
Thanks to all of you who are helping....In advance...
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Yes, follow the same process as previous build with the exception that you need SU 278 or above
WildBit said:
Yes, follow the same process as previous build with the exception that you need SU 278 or above
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yes
flash the latest .305 and later flash kernel given by @KbaB.BroS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/z5-premium/general/32-1-1-185-stock-modified-kernel-t3355369
but first put supersu2.78 in your sdcard to flash it via twrp recovery!
question for creating ftf...
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Yes, follow the same process as previous build with the exception that you need SU 278 or above
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i had just seen video for creating ftf after downloading from xperifirm. in video i view that they had excluded simlock.ta, but i have firmware which is customized for India.
should i include simlock.ta or exclude it, while creating ftf...?
Successfully updated and rooted
Thanks for your greatful help. i have updated and rooted with new update....thanks for your co-operation...
vishal7743 said:
Thanks for your greatful help. i have updated and rooted with new update....thanks for your co-operation...
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you are always WELCOME @vishal7743
to answer you simlock.ta question. this option is available if you run FLASHTOOL in ADVANCE mode.
its highly NOT RECOMMENDED.
for everyone, always run flashtool in basic mode and not to touch simlock settings. i have read cases when later device never got registered to network at all.
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you are always WELCOME @vishal7743
to answer you simlock.ta question. this option is available if you run FLASHTOOL in ADVANCE mode.
its highly NOT RECOMMENDED.
for everyone, always run flashtool in basic mode and not to touch simlock settings. i have read cases when later device never got registered to network at all.
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@YasuHamed yes you are absolutely right, actually I excluded simlock.ta while making ftf from flashtool...i just ensured from services menu where it was written simlock status as undefined so it made clear that there is no need for simlock.ta, it's running without any problems
Should we wipe first?
konstantinos3 said:
Should we wipe first?
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It's not necessary. Unless you are willing.
Hello,
I am new to Sony. I did own a Huawei P10 Lite, and installed GSI Roms succesfully.
Now i did unlock the bootloader of my XA2 and i want to try a little bit with Flashtool.
I did download the latest Firmware via XperiFirm, and i want to make a .ftf file.
Flashtool asks me if i want to use FSC Script when i want to make .ftf file, i don't know if i should click on Yes or No. Maybe someone can help me.
2nd thing i want to know is how to flash a firmware with flashtool. I only found tutorials for an older version of flashtool.
Is it possible to update the firmware to newest version with flashtool, if i don't tick the wipe boxes?
Can i tick all the wipe boxes if i want to clean flash?
A guide for the newest flashtool version would be good, maybe somone takes the time and helps me.
You can also pm me on Telegram: @Schrittii
Thanks.
Schritti said:
Hello,
I am new to Sony. I did own a Huawei P10 Lite, and installed GSI Roms succesfully.
Now i did unlock the bootloader of my XA2 and i want to try a little bit with Flashtool.
I did download the latest Firmware via XperiFirm, and i want to make a .ftf file.
Flashtool asks me if i want to use FSC Script when i want to make .ftf file, i don't know if i should click on Yes or No. Maybe someone can help me.
2nd thing i want to know is how to flash a firmware with flashtool. I only found tutorials for an older version of flashtool.
Is it possible to update the firmware to newest version with flashtool, if i don't tick the wipe boxes?
Can i tick all the wipe boxes if i want to clean flash?
A guide for the newest flashtool version would be good, maybe somone takes the time and helps me.
You can also pm me on Telegram: @Schrittii
Thanks.
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HI, 1st: you must click yes to use FSC script, as is how is installed the files that content the ftf archive... 2nd... You could downgrade and upgrade your firmware without problems with flashtool... Don't touch anything, just flash with the default options