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How-to: root, keep and backup DRM keys, etc. [KitKat/Lollipops/Marshmallow/etc.]

By almost popular demand, making this a thread
This is a how-to root, install recovery, backup drm keys, etc. from scratch in a single thread since finding all threads can be daunting. That's basically all the things you generally want to do when you root the phone (WITHOUT UNLOCKING THE BOOTLOADER).
TL;DR - overview
If you know what you're doing, you really just need to read this part of the post. If you're unsure, read the step-by-step instead.
If you're running Android 6.0.1 MM with firmware .291 (and probably any other future firmware), want to root without unlocking the bootloader more quickly than the method below refer to this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/recovery-root-mm-575-lb-t3418714 (get all 3 zips, rename the kernel zips to .ftf, flash kernel575.ftf with flashtool - reboot - enable dev mode, run bat script - reboot in recovery and flash supersu.zip - flash kernel291.ftf, reboot, done (for future versions you'll want to only flash the kernel from sony's ftf after rooting)
Downgrade the firmware, as the root exploit only works with older firmware such as 23.0.A.2.93.
Run the root exploit to get root
Backup the DRM keys
Upgrade the firmware to the latest version, while retaining root access (or by using a pre-rooted images that nice people made)
In the process, we'll install DualRecovery and SuperSu (having the custom recovery is what allows you to keep root as it let you flash a modified image that has SuperSU on it)
See the FAQ at the bottom in case you need additional help, about mounting /system read-write, fixing the sdcard issues, etc. These are not directly related to the rooting process, but you most likely want to perform these tasks anyway.
Step by step instructions
Read instructions carefully, there's many steps, making this slightly complex.
Ensure you backed up everything you need (files/apps/pictures/etc) first, these will be lost! - YOUR PHONE WILL BE WIPED.
-- FW DOWNGRADE AND INSTALL WITH FLASHTOOL --
Downgrade fw to 23.0.A.2.93 (Device D5803) or anything prior to 23.0.1.A.5.77 (december fw)
Global:https://mega.nz/#F!wdEG3aiD!Ej2S4hcMKGPgnmGudvAegg (look for 23.0.A.2.93) (or see http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=66275977&postcount=2030 for more links if this one no longer works)
Get and install Flashtool at http://www.flashtool.net/index.php
Move the fw into the C:/Flashtool/firmwares directory
Open Flashtool, click on the lightning symbol ("flash device"), select "Flashmode" and click on "OK"
Just select the name of the fw you downloaded and click on "Flash"
Wait for a window to pop up (it may take a few minutes, be patient)
Now everything is ready: turn off your phone
Push the volume DOWN button, connect the USB cable to your PC while still pushing the volume DOWN button
Once the flashing process has started, release the volume button
) Do not disconnect the USB cable, wait until flash completes (flashtool will indicate when you can unplug).
-- ROOTING W/ EXPLOIT --
Enable USB debugging on the phone (Settings => About phone => Click 7 times on Android Build to unlock developer options)
Allow mock locations (Settings => Developer Settings)
Ensure you have adb drivers installed (http://support.sonymobile.com/gb/tools/pc-companion/ don't use it to update
Download rooting tool (http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=10766&task=get) or latest from http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/giefroot-rooting-tool-cve-2014-4322-t3011598)
Unzip the rooting tool
Connect phone to your computer
Put phone in airplane mode
Run install.bat from the rooting tool (allow USB debugging when asked on the phone every time, also allow root prompt) and follow instructions from the tool
You should be rooted now, if you get an error "Device not rooted" trying running the tool once more
-- Backup DRM keys/TA Partition --
Get backup ta tool from https://github.com/DevShaft/Backup-TA/releases
Unzip it!
Ensure phone is still connected (or reconnect it)
Run Backup-TA.bat
Read the information and follow the instructions given by the tool.
-- Install latest firwmare with root, DRM keys, recovery --
Alternative 1: pre-made pre-rooted image (for fast internet, slow pc
Get a pre-rooted image:
For KitKat - fw 23.0.1.A.5.77 (android 4.4. dec 2014) at http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-...ist-pre-rooted-firmwares-6-oct-2015-t32188206 then skip directly to step 33.
Or, for Lollipop - fw 23.1.A.0.690 (Android 5.0 March 2015) at http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/development/list-pre-rooted-firmwares-6-oct-2015-t3218820 then skip directly to step 33.
Or, for Marshmallow - fw 23.5.A.1.291 (Android 6.0 June 2016) at https://mega.nz/#!0JUA2DzR!5-5Tz1BRr3gkvrt_loqHzePsgfSeGKCD07xhQzugl4w or http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/development/list-pre-rooted-firmwares-6-oct-2015-t3218820 then skip directly to step 33.
Alternative 2, for newer fw for example - build your own pre-rooted image (fast pc, slower internet:
Get PRFC from http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904
Get latest fw from http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/list-stock-firmwares-d5803-d5833-t2906706
Get latest SuperSU zip http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
Get DualRecovery zip (the flashable zip, not the installer one) from http://nut.xperia-files.com/ you want Z3C-lockeddualrecoveryX.Y.Z-RELEASE.flashable.zip
Start PRFC and add the 3 zip (FTF file is the fw, SuperSU and Recovery)
Click "create" - this will take a while
Copy resulting "pre-rooted" fw to /sdcard0 on your phone (it means copy flashable.zip from the PRFC directory to the "internal storage" directory of the phone)
Get Dual Recovery installer this time, from http://nut.xperia-files.com/ you want Z3C-lockeddualrecoveryX.Y.Z-RELEASE.installer.zip notice how thats 'installer' this time, not the same file as in 30!
Unzip it
start install.bat and follow instructions (hit 1 (allow adb/root on the phone as needed)
You should be in recovery automatically now. (if not, reboot and when the LED change colors push volume UP repeatedly)
Flash the pre-rooted fw (flashable.zip) from the recovery (touch "install zip", select /storage/sdcard1/flashable.zip then confirm install) on the phone, then power off the phone (DO NOT REBOOT)
To power off, go into the "power options" and hit "power off" (dont do "reboot in flashmode" DO power off)
Unplug USB (yes this is required, DO IT)
Open Flashtool and select the non-pre-rooted fw (this is 23.5.A.1.291 for example), but DESELECT system: in "EXCLUDE" make sure you check the checkbox next to "SYSTEM", flash it.
press volume DOWN and plug USB cable while keeping volume DOWN pressed, when flashing starts, stop pressing the volume button
After flash is done and when flashtool tells you to, remove USB cable and start the phone
Congrats and enjoy, you made it to the end! you now have latest + recovery + root and backups of your DRM keys! (and of course all DRM functions enabled)
FAQ
- Some root apps don't work, because /system can't be remounted rw, what's up with that?
Sony has a special in kernel protection that disallow remounting /system read-write, even for root. Flash this in recovery (copy it to the sdcard and reboot in recovery with volume UP pressed, then install it): https://github.com/dosomder/SonyRICDefeat/raw/master/RICDefeat.zip
- I unlocked my boot loader, or lost my DRM keys some other way AFTER backing up as per above procedure. How to restore?
plug USB back in
re-enable usb debugging on the phone (Settings => About phone => Click 7 times on Android Build to unlock developer options)
Start backup TA again but this time hit restore
- I messed somewhere, phone doesn't boot or work properly, what to do!
unplug USB
if phone is on, long press the power button+volume UP until the phone turns off
go back to step 1 of the how to, follow the how to! Mainly - the howto makes you setup flashtool again, then boot the phone in flash mode with volume key and plugging in the USB cable.
- I forgot to backup DRM keys (backup ta program) but I never unlocked the bootloader, is it bad?
nope you're fine, just back them up now
- I really lost my DRM keys, can I recover them?
No you can't. But you can recover the features by using some modified software. Look for "DRM Fix" for example here.
- I don't want to wipe my phone!
Uncheck "data" before downgrading and then before upgrading in flashtool. You will get some errors when downgrading, which will go away when you revert back to .77 at the end of the process
This is at your own risk, data still risk being deleted if something goes wrong
Depending on the apps, etc. you have, there is a chance that some app would not work properly at the end of the process without a full wipe. If that's the case, you might need to go in settings>applications and "delete data" for that app.
- Some apps can't write to the sdcard!
install/run this https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nextapp.sdfix&hl=en
- I don't have SuperSu on marshmallow+ ?!
It just didnt install properly into /system. That's ok. Just install it from the play store - you do have the su binary installed in /system so this will work
- Does this work on my SO-02G (Xperia Z3C Docomo NTT version) ?
@pngoc256 tested and yes, it works
- Does this work with lollipop (Android 5.0)?
- Does this work with Marshmallow (Android 6.0)?
- Will this work with Nougat (Android 7.0)?
- Will this always work?! (yes probably)
Yes.
If when doing the final reboot its stuck on the loading screen the first time, reboot again a last additional time with power + volume UP.
People who did the hard work/references thanks to them:
@istux (fw list, flashtool how to http://forum.xda-developers.com/z3-compact/general/list-stock-firmwares-d5803-d5833-t2906706)
@xzx0O0 (root exploit: http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/giefroot-rooting-tool-cve-2014-4322-t3011598)
@DevShaft (backup ta http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2292598)
@serajr (install .77 fw http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58395100&postcount=71)
dosomder (kmod for sony's RIC) https://github.com/dosomder/SonyRICDefeat

Everything worked. Thanks a ton!

Thanks for the detailed explanation with links, very thorough and helpful.
MODS PLEASE STICKY THIS THREAD, might just be the most important thread in the Z3 Compact forum.

If you're having trouble with step 34 opening a command prompt in the files folder, try pressing shift and right click on or in the "files" folder, you should see "Open command window here"
Unrelated: what's the purpose of steps 40-43 (reflashing non pre-rooted FW)?

Thanks for this manual, managed to get it work. Although if I start xposed, I get the error it can't mount the system partition. Titanium Backup works perfect. It seems the system partition is read only still? Any solution very welcome. Once again many thanks to the hard working people behind this exploit

wowz, it's finally here!!!

madlive said:
Thanks for this manual, managed to get it work. Although if I start xposed, I get the error it can't mount the system partition. Titanium Backup works perfect. It seems the system partition is read only still? Any solution very welcome. Once again many thanks to the hard working people behind this exploit
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Follow this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58400277&postcount=228

This is why I love this community, thanks mate, that completely fixed it

adamk7 said:
If you're having trouble with step 34 opening a command prompt in the files folder, try pressing shift and right click on or in the "files" folder, you should see "Open command window here"
Unrelated: what's the purpose of steps 40-43 (reflashing non pre-rooted FW)?
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its here in case you need to restore DRM keys. for example if you unlocked your boot loader, or messed up something somewhere.
madlive said:
Thanks for this manual, managed to get it work. Although if I start xposed, I get the error it can't mount the system partition. Titanium Backup works perfect. It seems the system partition is read only still? Any solution very welcome. Once again many thanks to the hard working people behind this exploit
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Fastest i found is to flash https://github.com/dosomder/SonyRICDefeat (the zip in there). its an extra protection on the sony kernel that makes /system non-remountable r/w, this module takes care of it. above post method would also work.

Hello,
Thanks a lot for this thread, but you made a typo in the step 37, in the command to remount /system: "mount -o remount,rw /system" instead of "mount -oremount,rw /system".

Had I known you were going to post such detailed instructions, I would have waited and saved tons of time!
Very helpful indeed, kudos for your work

steps 40-43
adamk7 said:
If you're having trouble with step 34 opening a command prompt in the files folder, try pressing shift and right click on or in the "files" folder, you should see "Open command window here"
Unrelated: what's the purpose of steps 40-43 (reflashing non pre-rooted FW)?
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I think you are not suppose to open your phone until you flash the prerooted firmware since it says to turn off and not reboot. I dont know the purpose but still gonna follow.
---------- Post added at 04:58 AM ---------- Previous post was at 04:56 AM ----------
I just want to ask if its ok to flash a non-prerooted firmware that was not based on, or was not used to make the prerooted firmware that i will flash earlier in the step?

Any tips on backing up data before flashing .93?

bilboa1 said:
its here in case you need to restore DRM keys. for example if you unlocked your boot loader, or messed up something somewhere.
Fastest i found is to flash https://github.com/dosomder/SonyRICDefeat (the zip in there). its an extra protection on the sony kernel that makes /system non-remountable r/w, this module takes care of it. above post method would also work.
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I flashed the zip in the recovery, but I still can't unintall the apps! I'm sure I have root because greenify and xposed works.

Since i have dual recovery now on my z3 compact, can i flash any zip including CM12 without unlocking the bootloader? I already backed up TA but still wondering?

I had a error when trying to flash CM12 without flashing the CM' boot.img (which asks to unlock the bootloader) because the phone codename is "aries" on Sony stock roms and CM12 want the codename "z3c". Flashing the boot.img contained in CM12 nightlies fixed the problem.

I have solve problem! Just need it to update the dual recovery by Nut with the 2.8.1 Now I can uninstall the system app (Finally)..

Thanks but TA
I make a TA backup in 23.0.A.1.93 in root.
And I changed the kernel to 23.0.A.5.77 with the root using PRFCreater.
and I unlocked my bootloader
and after that I need to re-lock the bootloader cause i need to go sony service center
i tryed the TA backup tool's restore option, but it saids that there is no TA-backup*.zip files
what should i do

reloadxero said:
Since i have dual recovery now on my z3 compact, can i flash any zip including CM12 without unlocking the bootloader? I already backed up TA but still wondering?
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Any custom rom needs an unlocked bootloader.
Any custom kernel needs an unlocked bootloader.
Without unlocking, you can only install roms based on stock firmware with a stock kernel.
dshstudio said:
I make a TA backup in 23.0.A.1.93 in root.
And I changed the kernel to 23.0.A.5.77 with the root using PRFCreater.
and I unlocked my bootloader
and after that I need to re-lock the bootloader cause i need to go sony service center
i tryed the TA backup tool's restore option, but it saids that there is no TA-backup*.zip files
what should i do
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Restoring the TA backup automatically relocks your bootloader.
Inside the folder where TA-backup.exe is located, you should find a sub-folder named "backup": do you see nothing within that?

Thank you so much for this thread, really easy this way. Only problem I had was in the last step when flashing version .98, which gave me a non-working wifi. Once reflashed with .77 this was resolved.

Newbie guide for installing a Custom ROM in SGP312 Sony Xperia Tablet Z

The objective of this post is to explain how to currently install a custom ROM in our device. (for total newbies like me, you can also refer -among others- to my previous post). I give the general procedure which wipes everything in your device, but you can check various precious posts in xda that variate this procedure.
The codename for our device is "pollux_windy", which is the Wifi-only version. The LTE version (I should probably get the LTE!) is "pollux" and I suppose the general procedure (with the corresponding firmwares to your specific device) will work for any Xperia device. You can also get the general idea from this post.
As a general rule of thumb do not forget after/before every firmware flashing to:
Enable developer mode (explained here)
Enable the USB Debugging mode (explained here)
Trust installation from unknown sources (explained here)
Steps.
A. Unlock the bootloader.
You can refer here and then check that it is successfully unlocked with these steps (taken from here ):
Open the Contacts app.
Click the menu button.
Click Settings.
Long press (for about 5 seconds) somewhere in the empty space just above status bar, as indicated by the red frame in the screenshot below, and then release your finger. A button named Enter service code will then appear in the same area (this may take a few tries).
Click Enter service code. A dialler will appear.
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
B. Flash a firmware in which you will root the device
Download/install FlashTool.
Download and place to the FlashTool's folder "firmwares" the firmware "SGP312_10.5.A.0.230_VMo UK_IE.ftf". More information here . In sort, download and extract http://d-h.st/MrI and http://d-h.st/ULc
Open FlashTool and connect the powered-off device (USB cable) in Flashmode, holding the Volume Down button while you plugin the usb cable. The FlashTool should say that it is connected in Flashmode. Then flash the 10.5.A.0.230 firmware in it.
C. Gain root to the new firmware
Open the device, complete the setup wizard and connect to a wireless network. You do not have to setup the Google Account since you can download every application googling the respective APK files, but Google Play is easier to use.
Get (click λ) the towelroot APK, install it and run it (click "make it rain"). You should have root, which you can check with a Root Cheker like this one.
Download/Install SuperSU APK (this is actively developed, while SuperUser is abandoned at the moment) as described here.
D. Install a Recovery to easily flash new ROMs
NUT has done excellent work with XZDualRecovery.Follow the instructions for installing it in his thread. In short:
Download the installer, run it and follow its instructions.
Select SuperSU and of course grant access to your computer from your tablet (watch the tablet screen).
E. Download a Custom ROM and Google Apps
I had problems with Cyanogenmod (versions 11 and 12) that I cannot explain. I had no GPS and no media sound from the speakers, but I did have "notifications" sound! I could listen to "media" sounds using headphones, though. So I tried the nightly OmniROM which seems very stable and fast at the moment, with no sound problems and also has a working GPS! You can get it directly from their site (the NIGHTLY I downloaded is omni-4.4.4-20150223-pollux_windy-NIGHTLY.zip which runs just fine). Somewhere I read that PacMan ROM - also works perfectly but I have not tested it yet.
I had device recognition problems from the Recoveries ("Status 7 Error") that I think dear NUT will solve promptly. What I did to solve them is
Upack the ROM zip.
Remove the first line (from assert(...); till the column) of META_INF/com/google/android/updater-script and save the file.
repack the ROM to a zip.
Then copy this zip to your external SD card. If you need google apps (you probably do, to use Google Play instead of other applications like Aptoide), you will also need to download and place to your external SD card the corresponding google apps from here - (I found it in this post - which also explains the different gapps versions)
F. Install the Custom ROM
So now that both the ROM and (optionally) gapps are in the device's SD card:
Enter the Recovery while repeatedly pressing Volume Up or Down while the device boots.
Wipe everything (except the external SD card, obviously --- if you delete the zip files by mistake you must begin again from step B. using the FlashTool to flash the *.230* ftf).
Reboot and setup/enjoy your new ROM.
It seemed that with OmniROM I had lost root access so I had to reinstall SuperSU. I did this by downloading the flashable/installable zip - and flashing/installing it through the recovery.
In the end a did a full backup with the TWRP recovery and one with Titanium backup

Magnus_E said:
The objective of this post is to explain how to currently install a custom ROM in our device. (for total newbies like me, you can also refer -among others- to my previous post). I give the general procedure which wipes everything in your device, but you can check various precious posts in xda that variate this procedure.
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For installing customs (CM/AOSP/GPe based ROM's), you don't need to install .230 firmware, furthermore you don't need root (except for backup TA procedure), furthermore you don't need XZDualRecovery (cause it works only for Stock and Custom STOCK based rom's - see this post).
So you you only need to flash kernel via fastboot, and then enter recovery (integrated in kernel), and install .zip with custom, SuperSU and Gapps from there.

hello i was following this guide but im stuck on status 7 error, i tried deleting assert but the twrp recovery dont get any answer to "getprop ro.product.device" and it just doesnt proceed...
and Rootk1t i cant find any kernels flashable via fastboot or flashtool can you point one to me? all of the kernels i see are in '.zip's .... i want to have android 6.0 so i think i should have black kernel but how?

bluealef said:
hello i was following this guide but im stuck on status 7 error, i tried deleting assert but the twrp recovery dont get any answer to "getprop ro.product.device" and it just doesnt proceed...
and Rootk1t i cant find any kernels flashable via fastboot or flashtool can you point one to me? all of the kernels i see are in '.zip's .... i want to have android 6.0 so i think i should have black kernel but how?
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.zips are installed through recovery, .ftf through flashtool.
6.0.1 ROM you can find here.

Huawei Honor 4C Index and Troubleshooting Thread

Due to the fact that all guides, rooting threads about the Huawei Honor 4C are scattered all over the XDA and hence are difficult to be searched for when needed, I decided to create an index thread to keep all ROM updates, rooting and unlocking guides in one neat clean thread.
I’ll try my best to keep this thread updated as soon as new information is released from trusted sources or whenever new mods, ROMs, etc. are released.
You can also post your queries here and I'll try my level best to answer them.
Contents:
1. Device Specifications and Variants
i. Specifications
ii. Variants
2. Stock and Custom ROMs
i. Stock EMUI 3.0 and 3.1 Download Links
ii. Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop
iii. Downgrading from Lollipop to Kitkat
iv. Flashing Stock ROM in cases of bootloop
v. Flashing Stock ROM when device unable to boot to recovery or update mode
vi. Stock based Custom ROMs and AOSP based Custom ROMs
3. Unlocking Bootloader, Rooting and Custom Recoveries
i. Custom Recovery and SU zips Download Links
ii. Unlocking Bootloader and Relocking Bootloader
iii. Installing Custom Recovery
iv. Restoring Stock Recovery
v. Installing SU Binary (Rooting your Device)
4. ROM Add Ons and Miscellaneous Guides
i. Xposed Framework on EMUI 3.0 and EMUI 3.1
ii. Viper4Android Sound Mod
iii. L Speed Mod for Android Lollipop
iv. Changing Region
v. Extracting Update.APP
5. Credits
Device Specification and Variants​Device Specification
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 620 1.2 GHz Octa-Core ARM 7a-64-bit
RAM 2 GB SDDR
ROM 8 GB (3.2 GB available to Kitkat users / 2.5 GB available to Lollipop users)
Display 5.0 Inch 1280x720 294 dpi IPS LCD Capacitive Touchscreen with Scratch Resistant Glass
Android Version EMUI 3.0 Android 4.4.2 (upgradeable to EMUI 3.1 Android 5.1.1 / EMUI 4.0 Android 5.0 confirmed and will be available in February 2015)
Battery 2550 mAh Li-on Battery (Non-Removable)
Network GSM / HSPDA+ (No LTE)
Camera 13 MP back Geo-tagging, Paronama, HDR, Time-Lapse, Video Recording 1080p at 30 fps / 5 MP front, Video Recording 720 p
GPU Mali 450-MP4 OpenGLS 2.0
Also see attached CPU-Z screenshots for advanced and complete specs.
Variants
Pakistan CHM-U01 B067 (Kitkat) / B120 (Kitkat) / B310 (Lollipop)
India / Malaysia / Indonesia / South Asia CHM-U01 B063 (Kitkat) / B070 (Kitkat) / B302 (Lollipop) / B330 (Lollipop) / B340 (Lollipop) / B350 (Lollipop) / B360 (Lollipop) / B380 (Lollipop) / B390 (Lollipop)
Russia CHM-U01 B060 (Kitkat) / B120 (Kitkat) / B130 (Kitkat) / 304 (Lollipop) / B310 (Lollipop) / B320 (Lollipop)
China Developer Channel CHM-UL00 CHM–TL00 CHM-TL00H v5.9.1 (Lollipop) / v5.9.16 (Lollipop) / v5.10.1 (Lollipop) / v5.10.16 (Lollipop) / v5.11.1 (Lollipop) / v5.11.16 (Lollipop) / v5.12.1 (Lollipop) / v5.12.16 (Lollipop) / v5.12.16 (Lollipop) / v6.1.1 (Lollipop) / v6.1.16
China Stable Channel CHM-UL00 CHM–TL00 CHM-TL00H B181 (Kitkat) / B191 (Kitkat) / B200 (Kitkat) / B211 (Kitkat) / B220 (Kitkat) / B230 (Kitkat) / B231 (Kitkat) / B419 (Lollipop) / B422 (Lollipop) / B425 (Lollipop)
Stock and Custom ROMs​All guides in this section require you to have Stock Recovery installed and device must be completely unrooted unless specified. If you have a custom recovery installed see Unlocking Bootloader, Recovery and Custom Recovery > Restoring Stock Recovery Section for instructions.​Stock EMUI 3.0 and EMUI 3.1 Download Links
Just click on the Version Number to download the respective ROM.
EMUI Emotion UI 3.0 Kitkat 4.4.2
Pakistan CHM-U01 B067 (Kitkat) / B120 (Kitkat)
India / Malaysia / Indonesia / Asia Pacific CHM-U01 B063 (Kitkat) / B160 (Kitkat) / B063 (Kitkat) / B070 (Kitkat)
Russia CHM-U01 B060 (Kitkat) / B120 (Kitkat) / B130 (Kitkat)
China Stable Channel CHM-UL00 CHM–TL00 CHM-TL00H B181 (Kitkat) / B191 (Kitkat) / B200 (Kitkat) / B211 (Kitkat) / B220 (Kitkat) / B230 (Kitkat) / B231 (Kitkat)
EMUI Emotion UI 3.1 Lollipop 5.1.1
Pakistan CHM-U01 B310 (Lollipop)
India / Malaysia CHM-U01 B330 (Lollipop)
Russia CHM-U01 B310 (Lollipop)
Indonesia CHM-U01 B340 (Lollipop)
Asia Pacific CHM-U01 B360 (Lollipop)
China CHM-UL00 CHM–TL00 CHM-TL00H v5.9.1 (Lollipop)
Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop
Always try to take OTA updates whenever possible as user data isn't wiped. However, if you want to start anew, just use the below listed methods. ​Backup all important data on internal storage before performing upgrade. Internal Storage will be completely wiped after upgrade. Ensure battery is fully charged or at least 30%. Do not press any button nor attach your phone to charger after the upgrade process is initiated.​Normal Upgrade (Upgrade using the Software Updater)
Download the Lollipop Stock ROM according to your region. See Stock and Custom ROMs > Download Links section for download links.
Ensure your SD card has atleast 3.0 GB of free space.
Extract the downloaded *.zip or *.rar and copy the dload folder (with the UPDATE.APP in it) to the root of your SD card. (In some update packages, there might be multiple UPDATE.APP. Hence copy the UPDATE.APP with has the largest file size)
Insert the SD card (if not already) and navigate to Settings > Update > Menu > Local Update > Full Package:UPDATE.APP . Now finally press Install.
Your phone will reboot to recovery. Wait for the progress bar to finish. When it does you phone will switch off. Hold the power button to switch it back on.
First boot might take some time due to app optimization hence be patient.
Forced Upgrade
Download the Lollipop Stock ROM according to your region. See above section for download links.
Ensure your SD card has atleast 3.0 GB of free space.
Extract the downloaded *.zip or *.rar and copy the dload folder (with the UPDATE.APP in it) to the root of your SD card. (In some update packages, there might be multiple UPDATE.APP. Hence copy the UPDATE.APP with has the largest file size)
Insert the SD card (if not already) and Power Off your device.
Now while holding Volume Up and Volume Down buttons, hold the Power button to power on the device and boot straight to Software Upgrade Mode.
Wait for the process bar to finish. Device will automatically reboot after the upgrade has completed successfully.
First boot might take some time due to app optimization.
Downgrading from Lollipop to Kitkat
Method 1
Download your current Lollipop ROM (see the first section for download links) and the Kitkat ROM you want to downgrade to.
From Lollipop Stock ROM: First copy UPDATE.APP located in 0_CUSTOM_PACKAGE\MiddlePackage\dload to dload directory in the root of your SD card.
Use any of the method posted in Stock and Custom ROM > Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop section to flash the Middle Package UPDATE.APP. Skip the copying stuff in those sections.
After the flash has completed, delete the existing UPDATE.APP.
From Kitkat Stock ROM: Copy the Main UPDATE.APP (one with the larger size) to the dload directory in the root of your SD card..
Use any of the method posted in Stock and Custom ROM > Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop section to flash the Main Kitkat UPDATE.APP. Skip the copying stuff in those sections.
Method 2
This method requires ROOT SU privileges on your device. Also please make a backup before proceeding.​
Make a TWRP or CWM backup. If something goes wrong, you must have something to restore from.
Download and install Terminal Emulator from Play Store. Open the app and execute the following commands (grant SU privileges when prompted):
Code:
su
mount -o rw,remount /system
Open your favorite File Manager which supports browsing / partition and obviously Root permissions , and navigate to /system.
Search for build.prop and open it.
Find ro.product.model and change it's value to balong.
Save the file and make sure permissions are set to -rw-r--r--.
Reboot you device, flash Stock Recovery and any Kitkat ROM you want. See Unlocking Bootloader, Rooting and Custom Recoveries > Restore Stock Recovery for flashing Stock Recovery instructions and Stock and Custom ROM > Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop for Stock ROM flashing methods and instructions (You have to use the FORCED METHOD to flash).
Flashing Stock ROM in cases of bootloop or otherwise
If you are stuck in a bootloop, device keeps on restarting follow this guide.
Before you follow this guide, perform a FACTORY RESET on your device. If this doesn't work, then continue.
Download the ROM version currently on your device or any newer one. See Stock and Custom ROM > Download Link section for download links.
Ensure that you are on Stock Recovery. If not see Unlocking Bootloader, Rooting and Custom Recovery > Flashing Stock Reovery section to flash Stock Recovery.
Use the Forced Upgrade method in Stock and Custom ROM > Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop section to re-flash the Stock ROM.
Flashing Stock ROM when device unable to boot to recovery or update mode
Alright! So your phone is completely messed up and you can't boot to recovery or anything. Well this guide is for you! Resurrect that device!​Always use original data cable that came with your device for flashing stuff. It is not necessary but recommended.​Installing ADB / Fastboot and Necessary Drivers
Download 15 Seconds ADB and Fastboot Drivers. Visit the official XDA forum for download and installation instructions.
Install Fastboot drivers by downloading and installing Huawei HiSuite via this link.
Flashing the ROM through Fastboot
First download and install Huawei Update Extractor. Visit the official XDA Forum for download, installation instructions and usage.
Extract boot.img, recovery.img and system.img from UPDATE.APP and copy it to any directory on your computer. See Miscellaneous Guides > Extracting Update.APP section for instructions.
Open Command Prompt in the directory where you have extracted the files by holding Shift and Right Mouse Button and finally click Open Command Prompt window here in the context menu.
Completely power off your device.
While holding Volume Down button, connect your device to PC via USB cable to boot to Fastboot Mode.
Execute these commands one at a time using the command prompt.
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
fastboot flash system system.img
fastboot erase cache
fastboot erase userdata
fastboot reboot
Now hold Volume Up button and Power button simultaneously. As soon as you see the Honor logo, release the power button. Your device will now boot into recovery.
Perform a Factory Reset through recovery.
Availability of Stock based Custom ROMs and AOSP based Custom ROMs
Unfortunately, light is pretty dim here. There are no Custom ROMs available for this device. However KangVIP Custom Stock Based ROM is available for the Chinese Variants but I couldn't get the links because they want you to register first. Also, because Huawei hasn't published the chipset source code, so no CM or AOSP based ROM has been developed for this device.
Unlocking Bootloader, Rooting and Custom Recoveries​Custom Recoveries, Stock Recoveries and SU zips Download Links
Recoveries and SU Zips will work on the respective EMUI version regardless of device region.​For Kitkat 4.4.2 EMUI 3.0
SuperSU Binary 2.46 doesn't worked correctly on Kitkat. It is better to use Kingroot. However, you may try flashing it! ​
Cofface Custom Recovery (CWM Based / Unofficial Port) Download Link
Stock EMUI Recovery Download Link
Kingroot Super User Binary + Manager Download Link
For Lollipop 5.1.1 EMUI 3.1
TWRP 2.8.7.0 (Unofficial Port) Download Link
Stock EMUI Recovery Download Link
SuperSU Binary 2.46 + Superuser App Download Link
Unlocking Bootloader and Relocking Bootloader
Unlocking Bootloader will void your warranty. You have been warned!​Getting the Bootloader Unlock Code
First, visit this link. Accept the Unlocking Agreement and proceed.
In a new tab, visit this link and register for Huawei ID. Make sure you are registering using your mobile number.
After the registration is successful, return to the previous tab and log in using your newly generated Huawei ID.
Now provide the information:
Product Model: Go to Settings > About Phone. For ours it is, CHM-U01.
Product Serial Number: Refer to the original device box for serial number.
Product IMEI: Provide SIM1 IMEI.
Product ID: Dial *#*#1357946#*#* from your device and enter the Product ID displayed on the screen.
Finally enter the verification code and retrieve your Bootloader Unlock Code. Save it in a safe place.
Installing ADB / Fastboot and Necessary Drivers
Download 15 Seconds ADB and Fastboot Drivers. Visit the official XDA forum for download and installation instructions.
Install Fastboot drivers by downloading and installing Huawei HiSuite via this link.
Unlocking Bootloader
Ensure that you have successfully installed all necessary tools and drivers mentioned above.
Power off your device. While holding Volume Down button use a USB cable to attach your device to computer. Device will automatically boot to fastboot mode.
Open a command prompt and execute the following command (replace your_unlock code with yours):
Code:
fastboot oem unlock [I]your_unlock_code[/I]
fastboot reboot bootloader
Voila! You have successfully unlocked your device.
Relocking Bootloader
Relocking the bootloader will not un-void your warranty.​
Ensure that you have successfully installed all necessary tools and drivers mentioned above.
Factory reset your device or reflash the stock ROM. See Stock and Custom ROM > Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop section for flash methods.
Power off your device. While holding Volume Down button use a USB cable to attach your device to computer. Device will automatically boot to fastboot mode.
Open a command prompt and execute the following command (replace your_unlock code with yours):
Code:
fastboot oem relock [I]your_unlock_code[/I]
fastboot reboot bootloader
Voila! You have successfully locked your device.
Install Custom Recovery
After installing a custom recovery, you will not be able to take OTA updates nor you will be able to reflash the stock rom.​Installing ADB / Fastboot and Necessary Drivers
Download 15 Seconds ADB and Fastboot Drivers. Visit the official XDA forum for download and installation instructions.
Install Fastboot drivers by downloading and installing Huawei HiSuite via this link.
Installing Custom Recovery
Ensure that you have successfully installed all necessary tools and drivers mentioned above.
Download the custom recovery depending on your Android Version. See the first part of this section for download links.
For Lollipop only: Extract the downloaded RAR archive to get the recovery image.
Power off your device. While holding Volume Down button use a USB cable to attach your device to computer. Device will automatically boot to fastboot mode.
Open Command Prompt in the directory where you have extracted/downloaded the files by holding Shift and Right Mouse Button and finally click Open Command Prompt window here in the context menu.
Now execute the following command one at a time (replace recovery name with the one you downloaded);
Code:
fastboot flash recovery [I]recovery_name.img[/I]
fastboot reboot
Restoring Stock Recovery
Installing ADB / Fastboot and Necessary Drivers
Download 15 Seconds ADB and Fastboot Drivers. Visit the official XDA forum for download and installation instructions.
Install Fastboot drivers by downloading and installing Huawei HiSuite via this link.
Flashing Stock Recovery
Ensure that you have successfully installed all necessary tools and drivers mentioned above
Download Stock Recovery depending upon your Android version. See first part of this section for download links.
For Lollipop only: Extract the downloaded RAR archive to get the recovery image.
Open Command Prompt in the directory where you have extracted/downloaded the file by holding Shift and Right Mouse Button and finally click Open Command Prompt window here in the context menu.
Now execute the following command one at a time (replace recovery name with the one you downloaded);
Code:
fastboot flash recovery [I]recovery_name.img[/I]
fastboot reboot
Installing SU Binary (Rooting your device)
Prior to rooting, ensure you have unlocked your bootloader and installed a custom recovery.
Download flashable root zip depending on your Android version. See first part of this section for download links.
Copy the zip to either internal memory or external SD card.
Power off your device and disconnect it from PC or charger.
Now hold Volume Up button and Power button. As soon as you see the Honor logo, release the power button. Your device will now boot into recovery.
For CWM: Use volume buttons to navigate up and down and power button to select. Go to Install Zip > Chose zip from external or internal storage (depends where you copied the flashable zip). Locate the zip file and hit flash. After successful flashing, wipe cache and dalvik and reboot your device. For TWRP: It's all touch based, hence it's easy to navigate. Touch 'Install Zip', locate the zip file, flash it and finally wipe cache and dalvik.
Congratulations you have successfully rooted your device.
ROM Addons and Miscellaneous Guides​Xposed Framework on EMUI 3.0 and EMUI 3.1
On Kitkat EMUI 3.0, Xposed works only when Use System Hooks is disabled in Xposed Settings. This means that modules such as Gravity Box, Minminguard won't work! However, modules that don't modify the UI work without problems.
On Lollipop EMUI 3.1, Xposed works flawlessly and great! See my thread here for instructions and details: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/guide-workaround-running-xposed-t3338765
Viper4Android Sound Mod
Unfortunately, Viper4Android is a no go on EMUI 3.0 and EMUI 3.1. There is partial support i.e. the mod will only work when it is running in background and will not work on stock EMUI apps such as Music. Also be sure that after installing, DTS Sound Engine will be disabled (or won't work in most cases)!
L Speed Mod for Android Lollipop EMUI 3.1
This mod works flawlessly and I'm loving it! Visit the XDA thread for all information.
Changing Region
This is some really risky stuff. If anything goes wrong you'll end up with a bricked device. I have personally tested this and have successfully changed my region from Pakistan to Malaysia. Nothing will go wrong if you carefully follow the instructions!​Prerequisites
Your device must be rooted.
ES File Explorer installed (no other Root Explorer should be used).
Backup of your stock ROM.
OEM Info File Download Link
Instructions
Dial *#*#2846579#*#* from your device to pop up Engineering Menu. Go to Network Information > Country / Vendor Info. I have listed some of the vendors below:
1. hw/spcseas – Malaysia
2. unicomelectric/cn – China
3. hw/meafnaf – Pakistan
4. mts/by – Belarus
Open ES File Explorer, switch to Root Mode and navigate to /data/. Open custom.bin using ES Note Editor. Clear the Vendor Information text in it and enter the text corresponding to the region you want to switch to. In my case as I switched from Pakistan to Malaysia, I cleared hw/meafnaf and inserted hw/spcseas. Save the file and make sure it's permissions are set to rw-rw-rw
Extract the OEM File Info and copy the oeminfo file of the country you are switching to. Using ES File Explorer, navigate to /dev/block/platform/hi_mci.0/by-name/ and paste it there. Replace the file currently present. Don't delete it! Now set it's permissions to rwx-rwx-rwx.
Finally reboot your device and enter Engineering Mode to verify Country/Vendor.
Download the latest ROM of the Vendor you switched to and flash it using Forced Flash Method. See Stock and Custom ROM > Upgrading from Kitkat to Lollipop for details.
Extracting Update.APP
This is a simple and straightforward guide! Follow and follow...​
We'll start by downloading Huawei Update Extractor. Visit the XDA thread and scroll down for links.
Extract the downloaded file in a safe folder and launch HuaweiUpdateExtracter.exe
Make sure Profile is set to Unknown (worstenbrood).
Switch to Extract tab and locate the Update.APP. (Well you must have downloaded the Stock ROM. No! No problem! See Stock and Custom ROM > Download Links section for links).
Hold down Ctrl Button and select the partitions (such as System, Recovery, Boot, etc.) you wish to extract. Then right click on any one of the selections and click Extract Selected.
Browse for a location where you wish to extract the partitions (or images).
Tada! It's done!
Credits
Inshaal Mirza for providing Stock Recoveries and Root Zips.
CarbonTesla.com for providing ROMs versions list and Changing Region guide.
XDA for everything it has taught me.
If you encounter any issues in this guide or you believe I have made an error, please feel free to PM me or comment to notify. Thanks everyone!
Changelog:
25/01/2016 Streamlined Content
02/02/2016 Added another Downgrade Method

Great information. Thx

[email protected] said:
Great information. Thx
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No problem! Just thought of giving back something to the community....:angel:

hi,
it is not possible to register witch Phone nummer i live in germany and i canty type +49
can me someone help? unlock Bootloader?

rysalf said:
hi,
it is not possible to register witch Phone nummer i live in germany and i canty type +49
can me someone help? unlock Bootloader?
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Dont worry. PM me your mobile information (see thread for detail) and i'll provide you with the unlock code.

rysalf said:
hi,
it is not possible to register witch Phone nummer i live in germany and i canty type +49
can me someone help? unlock Bootloader?
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You can register with email, and give your phone infos later.

morpheus133 said:
You can register with email, and give your phone infos later.
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The problem is, Germany is not on the country list during sign up.. So you can't create a phone account using a Germany phone. Huawei has made it an obligation to use a phone account for unlocking.

mfbcool said:
The problem is, Germany is not on the country list during sign up.. So you can't create a phone account using a Germany phone. Huawei has made it an obligation to use a phone account for unlocking.
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It is not a problem.
Use email to register!
I am from Hungary. Hungary is not on the list to but I can use the site.

i downloaded b360 lollipop. and theres no middle package for downgrade. help me. i want to downgrade my 4c.

ijameslargo said:
i downloaded b360 lollipop. and theres no middle package for downgrade. help me. i want to downgrade my 4c.
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Try changing your region to Malaysia and then flash any Kitkat image you like!

mfbcool said:
Try changing your region to Malaysia and then flash any Kitkat image you like!
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malaysia already

ijameslargo said:
malaysia already
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Alright... Then try this method (it does the same thing as region change does). You must be ROOTED.
1. Open build.prop located in /system/.
2. Change ro.product.model value to Balong.
3. Restart your device.
4. Now flash away any Kitkat ROM of any region.

mfbcool said:
Alright... Then try this method (it does the same thing as region change does). You must be ROOTED.
1. Open build.prop located in /system/.
2. Change ro.product.model value to Balong.
3. Restart your device.
4. Now flash away any Kitkat ROM of any region.
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sir my phone is not yet rooted. is there any other way? like flashing middle package?

ijameslargo said:
sir my phone is not yet rooted. is there any other way? like flashing middle package?
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No manufacturer wants the end user to downgrade to a lower version. You have to be rooted and bootloader unlocked in the first place to downgrade. The middle package is in B330 Lollipop ROM. You may try flashing it but I doubt it will work on B360.

mfbcool said:
No manufacturer wants the end user to downgrade to a lower version. You have to be rooted and bootloader unlocked in the first place to downgrade. The middle package is in B330 Lollipop ROM. You may try flashing it but I doubt it will work on B360.
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is it ok to flash the middle package in b330 even my phone is not rooted?

ijameslargo said:
is it ok to flash the middle package in b330 even my phone is not rooted?
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No, you don't need to be rooted. Also this is completely safe. Huawei Recovery won't flash the file it is not compatible so feel completely safe to try it!
I was on B330 Lollipop ROM and I did downgraded mine to Kitkat just for Xposed!

im using b360 lollipop. now i will try to flash the middle package of b330 to downgrade mine to kitkat. im hoping it will work.

@mfbcool If you're challenging my info , Our Phone Support 4G LTE Network!! one thing and 2nd thing, we have Sources for chipset of Our devices but thats are for Arm only not Arm64, so they are less used for us,,, we only need a developer,,, and third and last one, we can never change region as mentioned above and in carbontesla.com, i already read it, but thats not the way!! we needed vendor files which are available only for Pakistani one Rom (B120) and Indian (B390) only,,, not present for chinese or any other region,,, so we cant change region!!
@inshaalmirza
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@ijameslargo you dont need to be rooted and unlocked bootloader for downgrading, you can downgrade to any version from any Rom,,, if you have done in any way then its ok, if not then tell me, i will guide you!!
@inshaalmirza

inshaalmirza said:
@mfbcool If you're challenging my info , Our Phone Support 4G LTE Network!! one thing and 2nd thing, we have Sources for chipset of Our devices but thats are for Arm only not Arm64, so they are less used for us,,, we only need a developer,,, and third and last one, we can never change region as mentioned above and in carbontesla.com, i already read it, but thats not the way!! we needed vendor files which are available only for Pakistani one Rom (B120) and Indian (B390) only,,, not present for chinese or any other region,,, so we cant change region!!
My turn!
1. So my desktop computer supports WiFi cards but it hasn't one installed so it neither can't search Hotspot networks nor can't create one. Same case here! The Kirin 620 SoC has SUPPORT for 4G networks but the radio module required to make it available is not installed ON THE HARDWARE on our 4C (it's installed on P8 lite though) or IS DISABLED ON THE HARDWARE SIDE.
2. There are more things required to build Custom ROM other than kernel sources (which you are of course mentioning about). You need open source drivers for CPU Management, GPU, WiFi, Bluetooth, Dual SIM card, Graphics Stack, Radio Bands support, NFC, etc. Unfortunately, those aren't included or open-sourced in the source. That's why the only custom ROM ever made for Kirin SoC, the Cyannogen Mod 11 for Honor 6 has no support for Bluetooth, NFC, USSD Execution, etc. The developer for that ROM made seriously tons of patches and spent countless weeks to make it happen. That's also the reason why there is no CM (or any AOSP) ROM for even high end Huawei devices such as Mate 7, etc. These devices however do have KangVIP ROM which is Stock Based Chinese mockoff.
3. I did changed my region from Pakistan to Malaysia successfully. If that didn't worked for you, I'll upload flashable zips probably in few days that will automatically change the region for you
I wish you ever had a Motorola phone which will hard brick on downgrade (yup a dead phone RIP). Unfortunately no manufacturer wants the end user to downgrade because of security patches, exploits, etc. You can always try flashing system.img of a lower version together with boot and recovery to see whether your phone has downgraded.
That 'balong' method I posted is actually an exploit or more preferably a cheat. The phone loses it's identity, model and version and thus any version either higher or lower can be flashed. However it does require root.
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Great great!! You should know one thing too.... You didnot mention CM12.1 of 4X ?? You know, thats made from our Kernel Sources!! Nd dev made all drivers etc for it.... So just sources enough for it...right...
And i once also changed region to malysia/india, but it got balong build,,, then i flashed vendor file of specified rom,,, it changes to its real build!! Then my region was really changed!! And about 4G,,, our hardware support 4G but software didnot!! See in indian Rom, 3 options 2G,3G,4G available in preferred mode!!
@inshaalmirza

Samsung Galaxy 2 [P3110] CM13 [Unofficial] Android 6.0.1 [Marshmallow] + Extras

Greetings Everyone;
Since there's no actual Thread about this "New" [Unofficial] CM13 (Android 6.0.1 - Marshmallow) Release and for those interested in Having this Firmware Running on Your Samsung Galaxy 2 (p3110); I'm posting this Tutorial.
I'll try to cover every small detail and update it as necessary.
Credits:
CM13 6.0.1 ROM: Android-Andi
GApps: Dracov76
Dhollmen Custom Kernel: tuxafgmur
Tutorial: rgxHost
IMPORTANT
Before proceeding remember that:
- You should have done a NANDROID Backup of your Current ROM (Just in case something goes wrong for any reason).
- You will void your device warranty, by performing the Steps mentioned on this Tutorial.
- I am not responsible for bricked devices, dead SD cards, and so on.
- You should have done some research., specially if you have any concerns about the features included in this ROM and Custom Kernel.
- If you enjoyed the ROM & Kernel: Give Credit / Thank or Donate the Authors as well.
Note: Before flashing; take into consideration that YOU are choosing to make these modifications, and if you point the finger at me or Authors for messing up your device, we will laugh at you.
If you don't like the work posted on this thread (Either ROM or Custom Kernel); Please stay away from this thread!
Requirements:
Samsung USB Drivers
Link: http://www.mediafire.com/download/s...G_USB_Driver_for_Mobile_Phones_v1.5.45.00.rar
Official Website:
Odin (v3.07)
Official Website: http://odindownload.com/
ClockWork Mod Recovery (or Latest TWRP)
Download Link (ClockWorkMod Recovery - Provided By Android-Andi): https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=95916177934523826
ROM (Android-Andi's CM13 - Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow) (Release Date: Sep 11, 2016)
Download Link: http://andi34.github.io/roms_tab2_cm.html
Official Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-2/galaxy-tab-2-unified/rom-cyanogenmod-13-cm13-0-t3303798
Google Apps ("GApps") (Release Date: Sep 02, 2016)
Download Link: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24591000424961929
Official Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/gapps-gapps-6-0-1-minimal-t3276606
Custom Kernel (Dhollmen's Custom Kernel) (Release Date: Jun 29, 2016)
Link: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=26202
Official Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2183830
Help Selecting the Correct Kernel File:
DhollmenM: Marshmallow versions
DhollmenL: Lollipop versions
DhollmenCM: Jellybean CM10
DhollmenK: KitKat versions
Universal Android Root | Kingo Root (PC)
Official Website: https://www.kingoapp.com/universal-android-root.htm
Recommended Android Applications:
- Kernel Adiutor (CPU & GPU Manager) [Set it properly for Battery Duration or System Performance]
- Greenify (App Hibernation) [Help a Lot on Battery Duration]

FAQ and Info
Before Starting
- Backup Your Data: If you have Important Data in your Device; now is the time to Backup all your Applications, Documents, Music Etc.
- Copy the CM13 [Unofficial] Android 6.0.1 [Marshmallow]; GApps and Dhollmen Kernel Files to Your External SDCard (To flash them later).
FAQ
Q: Wich Recovery to Use?
A: I Personally prefer ClockWork Mod Recovery. However it seems that it is discontinued. If you prefer you can use the latest version of TWRP as well.
In this Tutorial i will only cover CloackWork Mod Recovery (in wich i am more familiar with).
If you want to proceed with TWRP: The steps are very similar, and it is quite intuitive to work with.
Q: Odin or Heimdall?
A: Pick the one you're more familiar with. I personally prefer Odin and it's also simple to use.
Important Notes Using Odin (or Heimdall):
If you're not familiar with Odin (or Heimdall) and it's functions DO NOT change any options!
Else you may end up bricking your device or limiting functionaliy (i.e: WiFi, Bluetooth etc)
How to Boot into Recovery (Requires ClockWorkMod Recovery or TWRP):
a) With your Device Off: Press and Hold Power + Volume Up Buttons.
b) After Samsung Galaxy Tab Logo is Shown; Release the Power Button, but keep Volume Up Pressed until you enter Recovery.
Note: If your device Loads into System; you have to Power your device off and try again.
How to Load into Boot Loader:
a) With your Device Off and USB Cable Disconnected Press and Hold: Power Button + Volume Down.
b) After Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 Logo is Shown; Release Power Button but Keep Holding the Volume Down Button
c) When Booting Successfully; simply follow Instructions on Screen.

Instructions
Instructions - Part 1 - Install Samsung USB Drivers (If you didn't already)
Simply Extract the *.rar File and Run the Executable File.
Instructions - Part 2 (Flashing ClockWorkMod Recovery)
If you're running Android Version Bellow: 6.x then you will be required to have the Latest version of ClockWorkMod Recovery (or Latest Version of TWRP) flashed on your device.
Else: While Flashing the new ROM; your Recovery may throw a "Status 7" or "Status 11" Error.
1) Switch Off your Device & Remove USB Cable;
2) Load your Device into Boot Loader (Check FAQ if you don't know how);
3) At your Computer: Run "Odin".
- Click "PDA" Button and Pick ClockWorkMod (or TWRP) Recovery File;
- Connect Your USB Cable to Device & PC;
- Press "Start" Button;
Important: DO NOT Disconnect your USB Cable until Odin Displays: (Completed Status Message - Usually a Green Rectangle on the Top Corner Left)
After Completion; your Device will Reboot into Recovery Automatically; and Odin Shall Display: "Completed" Status Message on a Green Rectangle.
Now that you've Flashed ClockWorkMod Recovery (or TWRP) and while still running the Recovery Mode; follow to the next part in order to Backup your Current ROM.
Instructions - Part 3 - Backing Up your Current ROM
This Tutorial was tested and proved working perfectly; however we can never predict user failures or any bugs that can be found on every device or file corruption (even on tutorial or tutorial methods).
Therefore In order to prevent some devices from Bricking (Better Safe than Sorry Rule) we recommend you to Backup your Current ROM.
In order to do so use: Volume Up / Down to switch between options and use Power Button to Confirm Selection.
a) Select: "Backup and Restore"
b) Select: "Backup to sdcard1" (Where SDCard1 is your External SDCard)
Wait for the Backup to complete then move to the next Part.
Instructions - Part 4 - Preparing your Device for the New ROM
The following steps are required in order to prevent Old Data and Errors from showing up on the New ROM.
1) Select: "Wipe Data/Factory Reset";
2) Select: "Wipe Cache Partition";
3) Select: "Advanced" > "Wipe Dalvik Cache" (Let Operation Complete) and Select "Go Back"
You're now ready to flash the New ROM. Please proceed to the next part.
Instructions - Part 5 - Flashing your New ROM
a) Select: "Install Zip"
b) Select: "Install zip from /storage/sdcard1
c) Select the ROM File. ( i.e: "cm-13.0-20160911-1524-UNOFFICIAL-espressowifi.zip"
d) Confirm and let it complete the operation.
Instructions - Part 6 - Flashing GApps
a) Select: "Install Zip"
b) Select: "Install zip from /storage/sdcard1
c) Select the ROM File. ( i.e: "A-GAPPS_6.1_020916_arm.zip" )
d) Confirm and let it complete the operation.
Instructions - Part 7 - Flash Dhollmen Custom Kernel
a) Select: "Install Zip"
b) Select: "Install zip from /storage/sdcard1
c) Select the ROM File. ( i.e: "DhollmenM-Espresso_Kernel_20160629.zip" )
d) Confirm and let it complete the operation.
Note: After Flashing this Kernel in my Device; WiFi Constant Disconnects; (which would happen on my Job WiFi Network - Only) simply disappeared.
Instructions - Part 8 - Perform a Clean Reinstall
1) At the ClockWorkMod Recovery 1st Menu Select: "Wipe Data / Factory Reset"
Let it Complete, and Reboot into System ("reboot system now" option)
Note: Take into consideration that the System may take some time loading for the 1st time.
Wait a couple of minutes before Reseting / Turning Off your Device.
Instructions - Part 9 - Rooting :: Getting Root Permissions
Assuming you have installed Kingo Root already; connect your USB Cable (to Device and PC);
and run it.
1) Press: "Root"
2) Wait for the App to Complete, (The application will inform if Root was Successful).
You're Done.
Enjoy the "New" Android 6.0.1

Good luck - always good to have another dev so we don't have to rely on the brilliant work done by Androidandi.
Sent from my Nook HD+ using Tapatalk

Gapps
Hello sir the link on the gapps is not working.

Hi! I know this is a very old post, but I will give it a go.
I just completed all the above steps and I am now at "Part 8", where I rebooted my device. The problem is thatwhen the phone is in vertical position, I need to use the touchscreen as if it were in landscape mode and viceversa. I somehow managed to complete the setup, but it would obviously be very stressful to use it this way. Any possible ideas?
Perhaps it may be useful to know what I installed:
GT-P3100_CWM_6.0.5.1.tar.md5
cm-13.0-20160222-2119-UNOFFICIAL-p3100
A-GAPPS-6.0.1
DhollmenM-Espresso_Kernel_20160319
I really hope someone will be able to help!!!
Thank you, Diana

didydida said:
Hi! I know this is a very old post, but I will give it a go.
I just completed all the above steps and I am now at "Part 8", where I rebooted my device. The problem is thatwhen the phone is in vertical position, I need to use the touchscreen as if it were in landscape mode and viceversa. I somehow managed to complete the setup, but it would obviously be very stressful to use it this way. Any possible ideas?
Perhaps it may be useful to know what I installed:
GT-P3100_CWM_6.0.5.1.tar.md5
cm-13.0-20160222-2119-UNOFFICIAL-p3100
A-GAPPS-6.0.1
DhollmenM-Espresso_Kernel_20160319
I really hope someone will be able to help!!!
Thank you, Diana
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Why do you want to use the old build if it is newer cm-13.0-20161110-2033-UNOFFICIAL-espresso3g.zip
or lineage-13.0_espresso3g-6.0.1-20190729-1957.zip?
Install TWRP appropriate for the date of the ROM build.

I tried this and it failed to install the ROM, GApps, and the Kernel. Luckily, I'm not a dumb baby that goes crying to the devs and I made a backup that I restored from. I don't know what went wrong but now I know to stay away from this kind of stuff to avoid bricking my system. I think it's a great ROM but it just didn't work for me.
Kind Regards, Anonymous.

espero me puedan ayudar
hola se que están ocupados, pero quisiera que me ayuden. No puedo acceder al modo recovery solo me sale lo clasico (el robot y me sale las siguientes opciones:reboot system now, apply update from ADB, apply update from external storage) no me sale el apply update zip

juliozn said:
espero me puedan ayudar
hola se que están ocupados, pero quisiera que me ayuden. No puedo acceder al modo recovery solo me sale lo clasico (el robot y me sale las siguientes opciones:reboot system now, apply update from ADB, apply update from external storage) no me sale el apply update zip
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Tira mensaje bro, a ver si puedo ayudarte.
Send pm, maybe i can help you!.

[Repository][XT907] Stock Firmware and Custom ROMs from 4.1.1 to 7.1 [SEPT 2017]

Hello! I spent a while researching and learning about my XT907. I absolutely love this phone and I am in love with Android 4.4, but I was also keen to try other versions. So I gathered everything you need to flash ANY Android custom ROM and or Stock Firmware to your XT907.
There are (or were. I'll explain below) several custom ROMs for this device, most of which were built for phones with a Jellybean 4.1 bootloader, IF it's unlocked. In the case of this device, if you didn't unlock it before June of 2014, then your bootloader is likely still locked which means you can't put any custom ROMs on it
There is still light at the end of the tunnel though. You can pay 'Sunshine S-Off' US$25 to unlock the bootloader for you. You can still be rooted to use their app, but if you have Xposed framework installed, you'll have to uninstall it first. They accept many different types of payment, including Bitcoin! However if you don't want to spend the money, the XT907 CAN BE ROOTED! Simply download and install the latest version of KingRoot then go here and follow the steps to replace it with SuperSU.
When it comes to restoring your firmware back to stock (in case you brick your phone), @sd_shadow and his list of phone saving tutorials is the place to go. If you want a custom ROM, see below
Over the last few years, it's become incredibly hard, almost impossible, to find everything you need to flash a custom ROM to your XT907, including the ROM itself. This becomes more the case with older versions of Android. Today, that has come to an end. I've spent the better part of a week or so gathering every single file you need to flash firmware or every custom ROM version from Android 4.1.2 to 7.1. Just go to the Google Drive link posted below, click/tap on XT907, and there you go. Everything is placed in it's own set of folders, with the exception of optional APKs. You can get detailed installation instructions at the respective links below.
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***BOOTLOADER MUST BE UNLOCKED TO FLASH A CUSTOM ROM!***
I am not responsible for any harm or damage done to your device or yourself. Use the files and guides at your own risk!!
Google Drive link to all the files you need. (Please see links below for tutorials etc. Some of these are old posts, and download links are broken. If so, this where my Google Drive link saves you).
- How To: Downgrade from KitKat 4.4.2 to Jellybean 4.1.2 (Required if you are on KitKat and want to flash a ROM other than Lollipop or custom KitKat).
- TWRP Custom Recoveries available at Google Drive link in respective folders.
- Custom ROMs included:
Android 5.0.2 Lollipop; Resurrection Remix for KKBL (UNOFFICIAL) by @bacu12
Android 5.1 Lollipop; CyanogenMod 12.1 for KKBL (OFFICIAL) (Please go here for a detailed installation guide).
Android 6.0 Marshmallow; Lineage 13 for JBBL (UNOFFICIAL) by @ilichva
Android 7.1 Nougat; Lineage 14.1 for JBBL (UNOFFICIAL) by @ilichva. (Only available through the link here).
- Stock Firmware with RSD Lite tool included at Google Drive link:
Android 4.1.1 Jellybean
Android 4.1.2 Jellybean
Android 4.4.2 KitKat
- [INDEX] Motorola Droid Razr M (2015) (Everything you need to know about fixing, flashing and upgrading your XT907 by @sd_shadow)
***BOOTLOADER MUST BE UNLOCKED TO FLASH XPOSED FRAMEWORK ON DEVICES RUNNING 5.0 OR ABOVE***
- [OFFICIAL] Xposed for Lollipop/Marshmallow [Android 5.0/5.1/6.0, v87, 2017/08/19] (ROOT Required: XDA thread with instructions and files to install Xposed Framework)
- [OFFICIAL] Xposed for Jellybean/KitKat [Android 4.0.3-4.4.2 v2.7] (ROOT Required: Xposed Framework official website; install files and instructions)

RESERVED -
Tested:
All sets of Stock Firmware: Works
Lineage 13: Works; Xposed: Works

[Tutorial] Flashing CM 12.1 custom ROM (Lollipop 5.1), SuperSU and Xposed Framework
***REQUIRES UNLOCKED BOOTLOADER***
If you don't want to downgrade your XT907 to a JBBL (Jellybean bootloader) then follow the tutorial below to flash the CyanogenMod 12.1 (Lollipop 5.1) custom ROM, SuperSU and install Xposed Framework onto your UNLOCKED XT907. This is for the KitKat BOOTLOADER ONLY.
WARNING: I am not responsible for any damage you may cause to your device and or other individuals. Use this guide AT YOUR OWN RISK.
1) Please download the appropriate folder labeled 5.1-Android-CM12.1-KKBL from my Google Drive link.
2) Make sure to have the appropriate Motorola and ADB drivers installed or this will not work.
3) Power off your phone.
4) Now press and hold, all at the same time, volume down + volume up + power button for 5 seconds. Release the power button first and 2 seconds later, release the volume buttons.
5) You should now be in your recovery screen. Use the volume down button to navigate to AP fastboot and press volume up to select it.
6) Now plug your phone into your PC. Make sure to have a good cable.
7) Now open the folder you just downloaded from Google Drive. Extract the file named TWRP-KKBL-XT907.zip to the same folder, or your desktop (whatever is easy for you).
8) Open the folder you just unzipped and place the file 'recovery.img' in the same folder as ADB.
9) Open an ADB command window (right click on your opened ADB folder and select 'open command window here') and type fastboot devices. This will show you if your device is properly connected. If you see a serial number and the word 'device' next to it, continue to the next step.
10) Now it's time to install a custom recovery. Type in the following code below. Make sure you placed the recovery.img into your ADB folder.
Code:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
11) You will see about 3 lines of errors. Just ignore them. When the process is complete (you'll know it's done when you see something like C:\) type the following line below:
Code:
fastboot reboot
12) Please keep your phone plugged in. When it's finished rebooting, in the ADB window type:
Code:
adb reboot recovery
13) If all goes well, you should have TWRP custom recovery properly installed on your XT907. You will see a list of several things. Now we are going to flash CM 12.1 to your device. Keeping your phone plugged in, you should be able to freely move files while in TWRP recovery. On your desktop PC click: start > computer > XT907 > Double click internal storage. (NOTE: If you can't move files in recovery, reboot normally and place the files into your device's internal storage manually as described below).
14) Go back to the folder you downloaded earlier and copy the file labeled cm-12.1-20160822-NIGHTLY-xt907.zip. Paste it into the INTERNAL STORAGE of your device. DO NOT place it in any other folder or directory. Again go back to the folder you downloaded earlier and copy the file labeled open_gapps-arm-5.1-nano-20170830.zip. Also paste it into your phone's internal storage (the same place as the CM file).
15) Now on your phone, from TWRP recovery main screen, tap 'wipe'. Now look at the bottom where the arrows are. It should say 'swipe to factory reset.' Please swipe the button. When it's finished, go back to the TWRP home screen and tap 'install'. Navigate to where you placed the CM12.1 file and select it. Now tap 'Add more zips' on the screen near the bottom left. Navigate to the open_gaaps file and select it. Look at the top of the screen and it should say you have '2 of max of 10 files queued'. If so find the arrows at the bottom where it says 'swipe to confirm flash'. Go ahead and swipe it.
16) When the process is finished (it might take a minute or two), from the TWRP home screen, tap 'Reboot' and select 'System'. Your phone will reboot. The reboot process can and usually will take SEVERAL minutes to complete the first time. During the reboot process, DO NOT TURN OFF YOUR PHONE or attempt to reset it. Just let it go about it's business. In about 5-8 minutes you should have booted to your new custom CyanogenMod 12.1 (Lollipop 5.1.1). Go ahead and continue with the setup process.
Flashing SuperSU and installing Xposed Framework
1) When done with your general setup, navigate to the folder you downloaded from Google Drive earlier. Copy the file labeled SuperSU-v2.82-201705271822.zip and paste it into the internal storage of your device (The same place as before). If you've been successful up to this point, you can delete the other zip files you added to your device earlier.
2) Use ADB to reboot to recovery. From TWRP home screen tap install and navigate to the SuperSU zip file you just added and select it. Now go down to the arrows at the bottom and please 'swipe to confirm flash'. When the steps have completed, go back to TWRP home screen and tap reboot then system. SuperSU (Super User) is now flashed to your system and you are now ROOTED. With Wifi on, you can go to the Google Play Store and download the updated SuperSU app. When installed, open it and it will ask you to update the binary. Please install using the 'normal' method. If successful, allow SuperSU to reboot your device.
3) If you would like to install the Xposed Framework onto your phone, you can follow the guide here. Also available at the link are the files to install Xposed. You can also use the ones I provided inside the folder you downloaded from Google Drive earlier. They are the same files as in the guide linked in this step.
If you have any trouble or if I missed a step, please post comments. Also post success stories so I know I did something good!

RESERVED for Lineage 13 Tutorial coming soon.