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[GUIDE] Sony Xperia Z5
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Last update: 20.06.2016
This guide will help you to root your phone, install new firmwares, unlock your bootloader and much more. Its splitted into 3 sections: StockRom, CustomROM and Tweaks so you should find things easily. I think if you understood this guide you can easily flash different firmwares, kernels and so on. And now - have fun
NEWS
I have to much work to do at the moment to continue this guide. But, the main work is done, now its all about updating the links. If there is something remarkable new, I will add it to my guide.
20.06.2016
- updated links
- minor changes
23.04.2016
- updated download links
- added custom rom (CyanogenMod13)
- some small changes
09.04.2016
- I'm very busy at the moment (exams and hard work). So I cant help you guys that much and cant try new kernels and that kind of stuff Plese ask @gm007 or @zacharias.maladroit if you have problems. I will come back as fast as I can
- updated download links
28.03.2016
- updated download links
12.03.2016
- Android 6.0 compatibility check
- updated download links
- graphical revision
14.02.2016
- updated guide to make it more understandable
QUESTION & ANSWER
Which devices are supported by this guide?
- Sony Xperia Z5
- Model number: E6653 / E6603 (for other models use different kernel)
- OS version: Stock Xperia Android 5.1.1 / 6.0
Whats important to know before I start?
- I´m NOT responsible for any damage.
- Keep in mind that unlocking the bootloader can void your warrenty.
- Save your data, all settings and files will be deleted during this process.
- READ THE ENTIRE GUIDE FIRST!
[GUIDE] GENERAL
FASTBOOT
1) POWER OFF phone
2) Hold VOLUME UP
3) Connect to PC via USB
4) LED turns blue
FLASHMODE
1) POWER OFF phone.
2) Hold VOLUME DOWN
3) Connect to PC via USB
4) LED turns green
RECOVERY
a) You can enter TWRP while booting. If the LED turns yellow, hold VOLUME DOWN till it gets orange.
b) Use this command in Minimalistic ADB and FASTBOOT to reboot to recovery:
Code:
adb reboot recovery
BOOTLOOP / EMERGENCY POWER OFF
1) Hold POWER OFF and VOLUME UP
2) Device vibrates 3 times
DEVELOPER MODE AND UNNOWN SOURCES]
1) settings -> about phone -> touch build number several times
2) settings -> developer options -> enable USB debugging
3) settings -> security -> enable Unknown sources
PC PERMISSIONS
1) Run Minimalistic ADB and FASTBOOT and FLASHTOOL with admin permissions.
2) Use USB 2.0 ports, sometimes 3.0 ports doesnt work.
[GUIDE] StockROM
# BUGS / ISSUES
E6653_32.1.A.1.163
- camera apps (AR Effect,...) do force close
- filesystem (external SD card) does not refresh automatically, so you cant transfer files you copied to sd card via MTP to PC. Solved via restart. --> also on STOCK ROM
# DIRECT DOWNLOAD LINKS
E6653
Kernel
Z5_AndroPlusKernel_Permissive_v30 (for firmware .163 and .185)
Z5_AndroPlusKernel_Permissive_v31 (for firmware .224)
Recovery
twrp-3.0.2-0-E6653-20160417.img
SuperSu
SuperSU (beta but stable)
# DOWNLOAD LINKS
Windows programs
Sony PC Companion
Minimal ADB and Fastboot
Flashtool + patch file
µTorrent (for downloading Flashtool)
Android
AndoPlusKernel
TWRP
# GUIDE
BOOTLOADER STATUS
The bootloader loads the kernel. If unlock isnt allowed, the bootloader will prevent loading a custom kernel.
1) type *#*#7378423#*#* into dialer / phone app
2) service info --> configuration --> rooting status
3) if bootloader unlock allowed says YES, you can continue. If bootloader unlock isnt allowed you CAN NOT root your phone.
INSTALLING PROGRAMS
Flashtool
1) install µTorrent
2) download torrent file from Flashtool website
3) run downloaded torrent file via µTorrent
4) download Flashtool via µTorrent
! You can close and or delete µTorrent now, you will not need it anymore
5) install Flastool
6) open install directory from flashtool and replace x10flasher.jar with new patch
OTHER
1) install all other programs
INSTALL / CHECK DRIVERS
Windows 7 and lower
1) open Flashtool install directory
2) open driver folder
3) run Flashtool-drivers.exe
4) install Flashmode and Fastboot drivers
Windows 8 and higher
1) restart computer with digital driver signature disabled (you have to do this every time you restart your pc)
http://www.howtogeek.com/167723/how...8.1-so-that-you-can-install-unsigned-drivers/
2) open Flashtool install directory
2) open driver folder
3) run Flashtool-drivers.exe
4) install Flashmode and Fastboot drivers
! There are no Z5 drivers yet, that’s why you need Sonys PC Companion!
! Flashtool drivers were updated, try the new Z5 drivers before installing Sony PC Companion.
Sony PC Companion
1) run Sony PC Companion
2) connect your Xperia Smartphone
3) wait till it has been detected
4) close Sony PC Companion, you dont need it anymore
ADB driver check
1) enable Developer options and Unknown sources
2) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot
3) type
Code:
adb devices
4) allow dialog on your phone
5) check if your device is shown in command window
fastboot driver check
1) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot
2 put device in FASTBOOT mode
3) type
Code:
fastboot devices
in Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) check if your device is shown in command window
! When connecting phone in flashmode or fastboot additional drivers will be installed automatically.
! Installing drivers twice can solve problems.
UNLOCK BOOTLOADER
1) open Flashtool
2) click on BLU (Bootloader Unlock)
3) follow the instructions shown by Flashtool
4) you will be forwarded to a Sony website
5) follow the instructions there
6) at the end you will receive a key
7) save this key carefully!
8) enable Enable OEM unlock in developer options
9) copy KEY into Flashtool prompt and click unlock
! You can try to use Flashtool for unlocking first, or continue with step 10.
10) open Minimal ADB and Fastboot
11) your phone has to be in Fastboot mode
12) check if your phone is shown by
Code:
fastboot devices
13) enter the following code:
Code:
fastboot –i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY_FROM_SONY
14) reboot (that can take a long time, so dont worry)
DOWNLOAD XPERIA FIRMWARE - OPTIONAL
If you want to update, upgrade or reset your ROM.
1) open Flashtool
2) click on XperiFirm
3) downloading…..
4) in XperiFirm select your device then choose your preferred firmware (e.g. Z5 --> E6653 ---> Customized DE --> 32.0.A.6.200 R12B)
5) in the right column double click the latest firmware and start download
6) Unpack automatically has to be checked
7) after downloading close download window and XperiFirm
8) now Flashtool should start doing things
! You can identify your phone model by: Settings -->About phone--> Diagnostics
FLASH NEW FIRMWARE - OPTIONAL
If you want to update, upgrade or reset your ROM.
1) in Flashtool click on Flash device and choose your firmware
2) under "Wipe", check all (APPS_LOG, DIAG, SSD, USERDATA)
3) click flash and follow the instructions
4) after successful installation reboot phone (that can take a long time, so dont worry)
! You can flash a new ROM without unlocking your bootloader.
FLASH KERNEL
The kernel has direct control of the hardware.
1) download latest Kernel from download section (AndroPlusKernel is only for E6653 models)
2) extract ZIP
3) put boot.img from zip into your root directory from Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) put phone into fastboot mode
5) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot and check with
Code:
fastboot devices
6) type in:
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
7) restart phone and look if its working
! If you end up in a bootloop with the LED flashing 3-4 times try to flash Kernel and Recovery again. If this doesnt help, reflash firmware, kernel and recovery.
FLASH RECOVERY
The recovery is something like the boot menu you may know from windows. Its mainly used to install programs and apps.
1) download latest TWRP from download section
2) put twrp.img into your root directory from Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) put phone into fastboot mode
5) run Minimal ADB and Fastboot and check with
Code:
fastboot devices
6) type in:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
! You can rename twrp image to twrp.img or something shorter if you want.
7) after the first boot - do a reboot into recovery. Otherwise the partitions won't be mounted correctly & flashing will run into trouble. It takes several seconds (or a few minutes) to reboot into recovery - but then you're good to go.
ROOT
Some apps need more permissions than normal. You can compare root with administrator rights on windows.
1) download UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.67.zip
2) copy UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.67.zip to your internal memory
3) enter TWRP
4) click Install
5) navigate through folder structure
6) tap UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.67.zip
7) "Swipe to confirm flash"
8) reboot
RESTORE DRM KEYS
Unlocking the bootloader disables a partition on your phone where software keys are saved. Without this keys xReality, BIONZ, audio processing arent available. This program will restore this features.
! Take a look if xReality is already working before installing DRM keys.
1) download DRM RESTORE (drmrestore.zip) from download section
2) copy drmrestore.zip to your external sd card
3) enter TWRP
4) click Install
5) navigate through folder structure
6) tap drmrestore.zip
7) "Swipe to confirm flash"
8) reboot
! Unfortunately, there is no way to save the original TA partition at the moment.
[GUIDE] CustomROM
# CyanogenMod 13_Alpha for E6653 and E6603
CyanogenMod is a free, community built, aftermarket firmware distribution of Android 6.0 (Marshmallow), which is designed to increase
performance and reliability over stock Android for your device.
### XDA Z5_CyanogenMod 13 Link ###
# AromaROM with Installer for Z5 E6853 / E6883 / E6653
AROMA is a custom ROM with nice tweaks, but it has some serious bugs. I used it for 2 month and there are several issues: random reboot, screen turn off during calling and does not turn on again, problems with notification bar, ... .
### XDA ROMAur Link ###
1) install stock lollipop rom
3) for E68xx models install recovery and kernel for your device
4) For E66xx models install twrp-2.8.7.0-E6653-20151130_material.img and kernel for your device
5) copy ROMAur to your external sd card
6) enter recovery
7) make a full wipe (Wipe --> Factory reset)
8) install ROMAur
9) Reboot
[TWEAKS]
XPOSED
ONLY FOR 5.1.1: When you want to install Xposed you have to deodex your system or install an already deodexes ROM. Without this procedure the camera and other apps wont work. Use this guide to solve this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/z4-z5-z5c-fix-camera-fc-installing-t3246962
XDA Thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3034811
1) download xposed-v85-sdk23-arm64.zip and XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk [Android 6.0 versions]
2) copy xposed-v79-sdk23-arm64.zip and XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk to your internal memory
3) enter TWRP
4) click Install
5) navigate through folder structure
6) tap xposed-v79-sdk23-arm64.zip
7) "Swipe to confirm flash"
8) reboot
9) install XposedInstaller_3.0_alpha4.apk
10) reboot
useful Xposed Moduless
APM+
Xperia / AOSP NavBar Buttons
OGYoutube + OGYoutube Xposed Login Fix
Flat Style Colored Bars
DISABLE SmallApps
SmallApps is that little bar in the overview screen.
1) power on phone
2) unlock your phone (open homescreen)
3) open Minimal ADB and Fastboot
4) type:
Code:
adb shell
pm hide com.sony.smallapp.launcher
pm hide com.sony.smallapp.app.widget
exit
5) after this, type:
Code:
adb reboot
! If you know what youre doing, you can simply delete all the SmallApp stuff via ROOT Uninstaller.
Thanks for quite a nice guide.
I have done rooting on various devices but this seems to be most complicated ever. [emoji14]
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
It has been before this guide. Basically what I did was unlocking the bootloader, booting recovery, flashing kernel, flashing root, wipe, restore DRM fake, done.
Firmware wasn't necessary for me and I've made bad experiences with alternate firmwares / radios and so on in the past.
Hi. Do I have to backup my TA partition ?
there no way to backup your TA partition hopefully for now.
How to increase volume of both speakers
I have rooted z5 but don't know how to edit mixer path.xml
Siudzix said:
Hi. Do I have to backup my TA partition ?
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Actually there is no need for it, imho. The fake DRM keys are doing a really good job. X-reality back, after picture processing back. It's also currently not possible to backup them afaik.
DeathStroke said:
Thanks for quite a nice guide.
I have done rooting on various devices but this seems to be most complicated ever. [emoji14]
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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Mate I see you have Z5 E6683 which is dual sim. Were you able to get your phone rooted using this guide?
Many thanks.
I have XPERIA Z5 Dual Sim (E6633) - will this guide work ?
Siudzix said:
I have XPERIA Z5 Dual Sim (E6633) - will this guide work ?
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Yes and no. You need a different kernel and mybe recovery. Everything else is the same. I will include a link in my guide if I find a working kernel.
Rooting Z5
Hi all,
Shall i root the phone without unlocking the Bootloader.I dont want to Unlock the bootloader.So please advise me is this root method is work on Locked Bootloader.
Thanks in advance
ramprasaathks said:
Hi all,
Shall i root the phone without unlocking the Bootloader.I dont want to Unlock the bootloader.So please advise me is this root method is work on Locked Bootloader.
Thanks in advance
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For now, you have to unlock your bootloader to gain root access. There is no other method at the moment. So in conclusion: locked bootloader = no root.
how i root z5 dual 6683
parteek.dandyan said:
how i root z5 dual 6683
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Follow the guide and do it. Its written there.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
DeathStroke said:
Follow the guide and do it. Its written there.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
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Dont blame him. I added this guide for E6683 today. I cant try it myself because I have no E6683, but I hope it will work
alphatact1cs said:
Dont blame him. I added this guide for E6683 today. I cant try it myself because I have no E6683, but I hope it will work
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I was not blaming, I didn't know that you updated today. Would be great in future if you do any update, add the date and following update.
Thank you.
One thing I noticed while reading your guide was TWRP is not for E6683. Will there be any problem? I haven't yet tried your guide because I was in doubt.
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DeathStroke said:
One thing I noticed while reading your guide was TWRP is not for E6683. Will there be any problem? I haven't yet tried your guide because I was in doubt.
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The new Kernel from monx includes TWRP, so you dont need to flash Recovery...normally. I know that my guide works, but only for E6653. I included a link for E6683, but I also wrote that I cant try it because I havent a Z5 E6683. Anyway, TWRP for E6653 should work for E6683 devices. The main difference is the Kernel.
Guys, what about E6633 ? Is it really bad ?
Siudzix said:
Guys, what about E6633 ? Is it really bad ?
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You can try it at your own risk. Someone said that it will work, but I would be careful.
pesonic said:
Should this be working on E6633 too?
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arismelachrinos said:
+1
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@alphatact1cs are you open to suggestions??
we are currently trying to unify devices index here at xda..
would you like to follow what our fellow brother @kuzibri and @sd_shadow has implemented?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/general/about-xda/public-index-program-project-t3147245
**WARNING** You need to have background knowledge of adb, fastboot, twrp, sideload.. before you can go on with this thread.
1. All credits go to @shakalaca. If you like his work, please make him a small donation for encouragement.
2. This is a systemless root. Yet you need to unlook Lollipop before upgrading to Marshmallow.
3. Flashing the attached SuperSU file modifies stock boot.img. In case you receive an OTA file later, do
**REMEMBER to FLASH BACK TO STOCK Android 6.0 BOOT.IMG** to unroot before upgrading to official Android 6.0.
Root:
1. Unlock your device in Lollipop, then upgrade to Android 6.0
2. Once you are in Android 6.0, fire the following command to boot twrp. <twrp.img> is the twrp recovery file. This TWRP is recommended.
HTML:
adb reboot-bootloader
fastboot boot <twrp.img>
3. adb sideload the attached SuperSu file in twrp. /OR install the SuperSU in twrp if you saved it in device storage.
4. reboot system. You will see a warning screen saying "Your device has failed Verification". Ignored it and wait for the reboot.
5. Done
Unroot:
Just flash back stock boot.img
Xposed:
1.Flash the attached Xposed file from twrp.
2.use Material Design Xposed Installer: Download Xposed Installer here
Downgrade to Lollipop:
In case you need to downgrade to Lollipop, follow the instructions with care. Do it at your risk.
Refer to Asus Zentalk Forum and grab the required files from there.
HTML:
fastboot flash token bom-token.bin
fastboot flash ifwi ifwi_ann_a0-mofd_v1-ze551ml.bin
fastboot flash fastboot droidboot.img
fastboot flash splashscreen splashscreen_ze551ml.img
fastboot reboot-bootloader
Now you are back in Lollipop. You can flash back stock recovery(.184 recommended), wipe the device(cache/userdata/system) and then sideload back stock LP or MM as you wish. OR, you can flash custom recovery/boot/system.img start from here.
Good luck!
It worked!Thank you master!I bow now....
I just need root on 6.0.1. Is this going to achieve that?
MikeyLee said:
I just need root on 6.0.1. Is this going to achieve that?
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According to op it will
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It does work, but YMMV, my phone is one of the few that works completely with the beta software. But before running fastboot cmd in adb. Use adb reboot recovery, then fastboot cmd. Phone will reboot twice after sideload of SU.
pokey006 said:
It does work, but YMMV, my phone is one of the few that works completely with the beta software. But before running fastboot cmd in adb. Use adb reboot recovery, then fastboot cmd. Phone will reboot twice after sideload of SU.
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Hi Brother would you like be so patient and provide us with detailed toturial for less advanced users?
samcjtsai said:
1. All credits go to @shakalaca and I just try to recap his threads posted in Taiwan Asus Zentalk forum. Although this is reported working in the forum but, as usual, do it at your risk and I won't be able to answer your questions.
2. Android 6.0 is still not unlocked. Device will be locked once you upgrade to 6.0
3. You can downgrade to Lollipop and unlock again.
4. The following SuperSU file contains a modified boot.img. In case you receive an OTA file later, do
**REMEMBER to FLASH BACK TO STOCK Android 6.0 BOOT.IMG** before upgrading to official Android 6.0.
Root:
1. Make sure your zenfone 2 is unlocked before upgrading to Android 6.0 from Lollipop.
2. Once you are in Android 6.0, fire the following command to boot twrp. <twrp.img> is the twrp recovery file. Version 2.8.7.7 is recommended.
HTML:
fastboot boot <twrp.img>
3. adb sideload the attached SuperSu file in twrp.
4. reboot system. You will see a warning screen saying "Your device has failed Verification". Ignored it and wait for the reboot.
5. Done
Xposed:
1.Flash the attached Xposed file from twrp.
2.use Material Design Xposed Installer: link
Downgrade to Lollipop:
Refer to this and get the files from the links. Note the first commnad line is the revised one by @shakalaca and it should work.
HTML:
fastboot flash token bom-token.bin
fastboot flash ifwi ifwi_ann_a0-mofd_v1-ze551ml.bin
fastboot flash fastboot droidboot.img
fastboot flash splashscreen splashscreen_ze551ml.img
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Works like a charm !! Thanks !!
kamyk70 said:
Hi Brother would you like be so patient and provide us with detailed toturial for less advanced users?
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Assuming that everyone knows how to use adb and its commands
1: Well first make sure adb and drivers are on your pc.
2: Plug phone in make sure USB debugging is on
3: In adb cmd window type "adb devices" to make sure phone is recognized, if so proceed
4: type "adb reboot recovery" phone should boot into recovery with android robot on screen
5: Then type "fastboot boot <twrp.img>" twrp.img is whatever your file is named
6: phone will boot into recovery, go to adb sideload in recovery
7: type "adb sideload <SU.zip>" or whatever you have it named
8: After it's done loading reboot from recovery, it will reboot twice and the screen will say as per OP
9: After phone optimizes...enjoy root.
This is for advanced users
when update to 6.0. bootloader unlocked again ! how can i flash twrp ?
pokey006 said:
Assuming that everyone knows how to use adb and its commands
1: Well first make sure adb and drivers are on your pc.
2: Plug phone in make sure USB debugging is on
3: In adb cmd window type "adb devices" to make sure phone is recognized, if so proceed
4: type "adb reboot recovery" phone should boot into recovery with android robot on screen
5: Then type "fastboot boot <twrp.img>" twrp.img is whatever your file is named
6: phone will boot into recovery, go to adb sideload in recovery
7: type "adb sideload <SU.zip>" or whatever you have it named
8: After it's done loading reboot from recovery, it will reboot twice and the screen will say as per OP
9: After phone optimizes...enjoy root.
This is for advanced users
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To that to work does WE need to have bootloader UNLOCKED ? just really confused atm.
Vouga said:
To that to work does WE need to have bootloader UNLOCKED ? just really confused atm.
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No it does not
Vouga said:
To that to work does WE need to have bootloader UNLOCKED ? just really confused atm.
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He's using whats called "tethered TWRP". It's basically running twrp on your phone from your computer instead of actually installing it (which would require unlocking).
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kenbo111 said:
He's using whats called "tethered TWRP". It's basically running twrp on your phone from your computer instead of actually installing it (which would require unlocking).
Sent from my ASUS_Z00A using Tapatalk
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Thank You for explaining that to me, appreciated!
To downgrade to Lollipop, is it possible to just use AsusFlashToolInstaller and flash raw firmware? Any harms by doing that?
Thank you in advance.
euthic said:
To downgrade to Lollipop, is it possible to just use AsusFlashToolInstaller and flash raw firmware? Any harms by doing that?
Thank you in advance.
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You need to adb sideload all LP .184 images first then use Asus FlashTool to flash RAW Firmware.
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root works perfect along with systemless xposed, but i still cant pass safenet check..(super su disabled, and also xposed) so no AP.. is that normal ?
pokey006 said:
Assuming that everyone knows how to use adb and its commands
1: Well first make sure adb and drivers are on your pc.
2: Plug phone in make sure USB debugging is on
3: In adb cmd window type "adb devices" to make sure phone is recognized, if so proceed
4: type "adb reboot recovery" phone should boot into recovery with android robot on screen
5: Then type "fastboot boot <twrp.img>" twrp.img is whatever your file is named
6: phone will boot into recovery, go to adb sideload in recovery
7: type "adb sideload <SU.zip>" or whatever you have it named
8: After it's done loading reboot from recovery, it will reboot twice and the screen will say as per OP
9: After phone optimizes...enjoy root.
This is for advanced users
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Maybe I'm doing something wrong but my phone isn't recognised when trying to flash twrp from the dead bot before recovery? Just says waiting for device. Already checked device manager as well
ponhei9502 said:
Maybe I'm doing something wrong but my phone isn't recognised when trying to flash twrp from the dead bot before recovery? Just says waiting for device. Already checked device manager as well
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Guess your ZF2 is not unlocked in LP first, so that you can't see twrp booting. Since you are in Android 6.0 now, try to downgrade to LP, Unlock it, upgrade to 6.0 and then root.
samcjtsai said:
**WARNING** You need to have background knowledge of adb, fastboot, twrp, sideload.. before you can go on with this thread.
1. All credits go to @shakalaca and I just recap his threads posted in Taiwan Asus Zentalk forum. Although this is reported working in the forum, as usual, do it at your risk and I won't be able to answer your questions.
2. Android 6.0 is still not unlocked. Device will be locked once you upgrade to 6.0
3. You can downgrade to Lollipop and unlock again.
4. The following SuperSU file contains a modified boot.img. In case you receive an OTA file later, do
**REMEMBER to FLASH BACK TO STOCK Android 6.0 BOOT.IMG** before upgrading to official Android 6.0.
Root:
1. Make sure your zenfone 2 is unlocked before upgrading to Android 6.0 from Lollipop.
2. Once you are in Android 6.0, fire the following command to boot twrp. <twrp.img> is the twrp recovery file. Version 2.8.7.7 is recommended.
HTML:
fastboot boot <twrp.img>
3. adb sideload the attached SuperSu file in twrp.
4. reboot system. You will see a warning screen saying "Your device has failed Verification". Ignored it and wait for the reboot.
5. Done
Xposed:
1.Flash the attached Xposed file from twrp.
2.use Material Design Xposed Installer: link
Downgrade to Lollipop:
Refer to this and get the files from the links. Note the first commnad line is the revised one by @shakalaca and it should work.
HTML:
fastboot flash token bom-token.bin
fastboot flash ifwi ifwi_ann_a0-mofd_v1-ze551ml.bin
fastboot flash fastboot droidboot.img
fastboot flash splashscreen splashscreen_ze551ml.img
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Where are these files again? They aren't in the zip
thanks, works great, was able to downgrade to lollipop with no problem what so ever. Install twrp, gain root again, and rockin custom roms...
Many noobs New Users are experiencing Problems rooting Lenovo K3 Note on Marshmallow Rom. So this tutorial will help them Root Lenovo k3 Note and install Custom recovery.:good::good::good:
This is not a cookbook, You need to know what are you doing. Neither I nor XDA is responsible for BRICKED Devices.
Downloads:
Boot.img
SP Flash Tool
(optional)Lenovo K3 Note Stock ROM
Recovery
ADB AND FASTBOOT
Patience
Now to Root Your phone Follow These Steps:
(OPTIONAL) Flash Your Phone with Stock Rom, To do this follow these steps :
Install All the required Drivers.
Download the LENOVO K3 NOTE FIRMWARE from Above.
Now Extract SP Flash Tool And extract FIRMWARE Folder inside it.
Now Run flash_tool.exe as Administrator.
Go to Options>Download> And check both the checkbox(s).
Now Click On Scatter-Loading and navigate to Firmware>target_bin>and select MT6752_Android_scatter.txt .
and click on DOWNLOAD.
NOW connect your Device Powered OFF to your computer and Wait Till a Box Appears Saying "Download OK".
Turn ON your Mobile and complete the initialization.
Now Download the Recovery, Extract it, and load its scatter file in the SP FLASH TOOL with the same config.
And again connect the phone Powered OFF after clicking Download Button.
When it completes. Try to Boot into recovery (by holding VOL+, VOL- and Power button simultaneously).
IF TWRP boots You are good to Go. :good::good::good:
Now Reboot into system and open Settings>DEVELOPER Options and click on USB DEBUGGING and ALLOW OEM UNLOCK.
Now Extract ADB and FASTOOT tools (and PLACE boot.img in the folder) and shift+right-click in the folder and select open command window here.
and type
Code:
adb devices
allow ADB to connect on your phone and then type
Code:
adb reboot-bootloader
Now your phone will reboot in FASTBOOT MODE type
Code:
fastboot devices
if it shows your device then type
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
then type
Code:
fastboot reboot
After that switch off your Phone and boot into recovery.
Now install the SuperSU zip.
Hurray Your Phone is ROOTED.
If you Have Any Problems please Reply :crying::crying:
What's the encryption key of recovery file
Rishi.Nerd said:
What's the encryption key of recovery file
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I have Updates the Links They should now be working fine.
Albert
Anunay.j said:
I have Updates the Links They should now be working fine.
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..... i finish to root but my device wont start anymore
custom rom installation without rooting
I have s433 firmware android 6.0,
1. if I just want to install twrp ( without rooting), do I need to flash boot.img
2. if want to install custom ROM and still don’t want to root, do I need to flash boot.img
3. after a litte bit googling i found i need to have an unlocked bootloader and custom recovery for flashing custom rom ,
how do i unlock bootloader ( is boot.img fot that )
Notes About Xiaomi Mi Devices:
Some Xiaomi Mi devices have bootloaders that require additional steps to unlock before you are able to flash custom images. This typically involves filling out an application to have your device unlocked.
You will need to follow the steps on Xiaomi's MIUI website in order to unlock your device.
Understand that unlocking your device will wipe all of your personal data, settings, and apps from its memory.
TWRP Install (Requires TWRP 2.8.4 or higher already installed):
Download the latest TWRP image file (.img) from the download link and boot TWRP. Go to install and find and select the Images... button. Browse to the image that you downloaded and select it. Choose recovery and swipe to flash.
Fastboot Install Method (No Root Required):
You will need the platform-tools from the Android SDK on your computer. Find the Android command line tools section on the page linked and install the SDK tools package. From the SDK Manager, download only the platform-tools to get adb and fastboot binaries.
Windows users will need proper drivers installed on their computer. You can try the simple FWUL adb/fastboot ISO or the Naked ADB drivers or the Universal ADB drivers if you don't already have a working driver installed
On your device, go into Settings -> About and find the Build Number and tap on it 7 times to enable developer settings. Press back and go into Developer Options and enable USB debugging. From your computer, open a command prompt and type:
adb reboot bootloader
You should now be in fastboot mode.
Download the correct image file and copy the file into the same folder as your adb and fastboot binaries. Rename the image to twrp.img and type:
fastboot flash recovery twrp.img
fastboot reboot
Note many devices will replace your custom recovery automatically during first boot. To prevent this, use Google to find the proper key combo to enter recovery. After typing fastboot reboot, hold the key combo and boot to TWRP. Once TWRP is booted, TWRP will patch the stock ROM to prevent the stock ROM from replacing TWRP. If you don't follow this step, you will have to repeat the install.
dd Install Method (Requires Root):
Download the latest image file (.img) from the download link above. Place it in the root of your /sdcard folder and rename it to twrp.img. Run the following commands via adb shell or a terminal emulator app:
su
dd if=/sdcard/twrp.img of=/dev/block/bootdevice/by-name/recovery
#Download
dl.twrp.me/mido/twrp-3.2.1-0-mido.img
All credit goes to TWRP Devoloper
I am just share the file
abed0203 said:
Notes About Xiaomi Mi Devices:
Some Xiaomi Mi devices have bootloaders that require additional steps to unlock before you are able to flash custom images. This typically involves filling out an application to have your device unlocked.
All credit goes to TWRP Devoloper
I am just share the file
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Thanks Thanks and once again, Thanks. It works fine with my RN 4 SD!
Please help me how to install twrp and root on redmi note 4x/mido miui 9.5.9.0...help me master...
ungah said:
Please help me how to install twrp and root on redmi note 4x/mido miui 9.5.9.0...help me master...
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/re...p-step-guide-to-flash-android-n-beta-t3551221
Is it Treble supported?
Rifat Rezwan said:
Is it Treble supported?
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I think this is a FAQ now. Official TWRP doesn't support Treble. There is a custom Treble version, which you can find a link to on the LOS 15.1 Treble threads.
You can also try OrangeFox TWRP, which supports Treble.
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Hoe can i tell what image matches for my phone stil on 8.1 november 1st security patch n a unlocked boot
rob420p said:
Hoe can i tell what image matches for my phone stil on 8.1 november 1st security patch n a unlocked boot
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Check your build and download the right file.
Matteo
While uninstalling Magisk(from rooted stock), do we need to find the current active slot and flash the stock image to it? In the guide flashing to both partitions is mentioned.
mujtahid1494. said:
While uninstalling Magisk(from rooted stock), do we need to find the current active slot and flash the stock image to it? In the guide flashing to both partitions is mentioned.
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Flash a both slot just to be sure to pass OTA if needed.
Matteo
Matteo said:
Welcome to AIO Magisk Sub Guide.
Here you will find best methods for root Mi A2. I will maintain this guide with all safe, update methods. Currently only patched boot method is out for Stock Roms. I will add Twrp methods when we have decryption on pie.
Code:
Your warranty is now void.
We are not responsible for bricked devices, bootloop... Please
do some research if you have any concerns about mods
included in these GUIDES before using them! YOU are choosing to
make these modifications.
Install Magisk on Stock Roms Oreo & Pie
Needs:
- Bootloader unlocked, check this (currently not out) guide.
- Magisk Manager apk check Dowloads Section
- A brain
Procedure:
- Download the correct PatchedBoot file for your build from Downloads Section
- Rename the patched boot file to "patched_boot.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Download Magisk Manager apk from Downloads Section
- Move apk to phone sdcard
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
- Now open adb(fastboot) command prompt and type :
Code:
fastboot boot patched_boot.img
Your phone shoulds boot
- Install Magisk Manager apk
- Open Magisk Manager
- Click Install then choose Direct install. Reboot.
Done, you have Magisk on your device.
To uninstall Magisk just flash stock boot.img using fastboot:
"fasboot flash boot_a boot.img" and "fasboot flash boot_b boot.img"
Install Magisk on Custom Roms
Needs:
- Be on a Custom Rom
- Latest Magisk Beta zip check Dowloads Section
- Twrp latest file.img check Dowloads Section
- A brain
Procedure:
Sideload method. (It's for people who want to install Magisk on their phone during Custom Rom installation process without any permanent Twrp (usefull for people who want to root their phone when they have MTP issue during Custom Rom installation)
- Download the latest Magisk Beta zip from Downloads Section
- Rename the Magisk file to "magisk.zip" and past it to your adb folder.
- Download the latest TWRP img from Downloads Section
- Rename the twrp file to "twrp.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
Phone is now in fastboot.
- Type :
Code:
fastboot boot twrp.img
- Phone will boot Twrp.
- Navigate to Advanced > Adb Sideload
- Swipe to allow
- Open adb (fastboot) command prompt on your pc, type
Code:
adb sideload magisk.zip
Reboot and done, you have Magisk on your device.
Normal temp Twrp method. (It's for people who want to install Magisk on their phone when they are already running a Custom Rom without permanent Twrp.
- Download the latest Magisk Beta zip from Downloads Section
- Rename the Magisk file to "magisk.zip" and past it to your phone sdcard.
- Download the latest TWRP img from Downloads Section
- Rename the twrp file to "twrp.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
Phone is now in fastboot.
- Type :
Code:
fastboot boot twrp.img
- Phone will boot Twrp.
- Click Install, choose magisk.zip
- Swipe to confirm, wait for the process...
Reboot and done, you have Magisk on your device.
To uninstall Magisk just flash stock boot.img using fastboot:
"fasboot flash boot_a boot.img" and "fasboot flash boot_b boot.img"
If you have any issue, or if i make any type error, reply.
don't forget to ckick the TX button.
Downloads Section:
Boot / Patched Boot images
Magisk Thread for Beta zip / Apk file
Twrp images & zip
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Hello, the stock boot v10.0.1.0.img, does not have mirrors, please could upload it again, I need it urgently, thank you very much
ofuen said:
Hello, the stock boot v10.0.1.0.img, does not have mirrors, please could upload it again, I need it urgently, thank you very much
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No. If you have issue with androidfilehost it's not my problem.
Matteo
Matteo said:
Welcome to AIO Magisk Sub Guide.
Here you will find best methods for root Mi A2. I will maintain this guide with all safe, update methods. Currently only patched boot method is out for Stock Roms. I will add Twrp methods when we have decryption on pie.
Code:
Your warranty is now void.
We are not responsible for bricked devices, bootloop... Please
do some research if you have any concerns about mods
included in these GUIDES before using them! YOU are choosing to
make these modifications.
Install Magisk on Stock Roms Oreo & Pie
Needs:
- Bootloader unlocked, check this (currently not out) guide.
- Magisk Manager apk check Dowloads Section
- A brain
Procedure:
- Download the correct PatchedBoot file for your build from Downloads Section
- Rename the patched boot file to "patched_boot.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Download Magisk Manager apk from Downloads Section
- Move apk to phone sdcard
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
- Now open adb(fastboot) command prompt and type :
Code:
fastboot boot patched_boot.img
Your phone shoulds boot
- Install Magisk Manager apk
- Open Magisk Manager
- Click Install then choose Direct install. Reboot.
Done, you have Magisk on your device.
To uninstall Magisk just flash stock boot.img using fastboot:
"fasboot flash boot_a boot.img" and "fasboot flash boot_b boot.img"
Install Magisk on Custom Roms
Needs:
- Be on a Custom Rom
- Latest Magisk Beta zip check Dowloads Section
- Twrp latest file.img check Dowloads Section
- A brain
Procedure:
Sideload method. (It's for people who want to install Magisk on their phone during Custom Rom installation process without any permanent Twrp (usefull for people who want to root their phone when they have MTP issue during Custom Rom installation)
- Download the latest Magisk Beta zip from Downloads Section
- Rename the Magisk file to "magisk.zip" and past it to your adb folder.
- Download the latest TWRP img from Downloads Section
- Rename the twrp file to "twrp.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
Phone is now in fastboot.
- Type :
Code:
fastboot boot twrp.img
- Phone will boot Twrp.
- Navigate to Advanced > Adb Sideload
- Swipe to allow
- Open adb (fastboot) command prompt on your pc, type
Code:
adb sideload magisk.zip
Reboot and done, you have Magisk on your device.
Normal temp Twrp method. (It's for people who want to install Magisk on their phone when they are already running a Custom Rom without permanent Twrp.
- Download the latest Magisk Beta zip from Downloads Section
- Rename the Magisk file to "magisk.zip" and past it to your phone sdcard.
- Download the latest TWRP img from Downloads Section
- Rename the twrp file to "twrp.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
Phone is now in fastboot.
- Type :
Code:
fastboot boot twrp.img
- Phone will boot Twrp.
- Click Install, choose magisk.zip
- Swipe to confirm, wait for the process...
Reboot and done, you have Magisk on your device.
To uninstall Magisk just flash stock boot.img using fastboot:
"fasboot flash boot_a boot.img" and "fasboot flash boot_b boot.img"
If you have any issue, or if i make any type error, reply.
don't forget to ckick the TX button.
Downloads Section:
Boot / Patched Boot images
Magisk Thread for Beta zip / Apk file
Twrp images & zip
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Thank you very much. It works for my stock rom. already clicked the thanks icon
dipankar.roy said:
Thank you very much. It works for my stock rom. already clicked the thanks icon
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Thank you man, but plz next time don't quote the entire guide
Have a nice day
Matteo
No links available for stock boot 9.6.17.0
Edit: Oh I see, not his problem, dang.
Matteo said:
Welcome to AIO Magisk Sub Guide.
Here you will find best methods for root Mi A2. I will maintain this guide with all safe, update methods. Currently only patched boot method is out for Stock Roms. I will add Twrp methods when we have decryption on pie.
Code:
Your warranty is now void.
We are not responsible for bricked devices, bootloop... Please
do some research if you have any concerns about mods
included in these GUIDES before using them! YOU are choosing to
make these modifications.
Install Magisk on Stock Roms Oreo & Pie
Needs:
- Bootloader unlocked, check this (currently not out) guide.
- Magisk Manager apk check Dowloads Section
- A brain
Procedure:
- Download the correct PatchedBoot file for your build from Downloads Section
- Rename the patched boot file to "patched_boot.img" and past it to your adb folder.
- Download Magisk Manager apk from Downloads Section
- Move apk to phone sdcard
- Reboot phone to bootloader by pressing Power + Volume Down until phone show the fastboot logo.
- Now open adb(fastboot) command prompt and type :
Code:
fastboot boot patched_boot.img
Your phone shoulds boot
- Install Magisk Manager apk
- Open Magisk Manager
- Click Install then choose Direct install. Reboot.
Done, you have Magisk on your device.
To uninstall Magisk just flash stock boot.img using fastboot:
"fasboot flash boot_a boot.img" and "fasboot flash boot_b boot.img"
To uninstall Magisk just flash stock boot.img using fastboot:
"fasboot flash boot_a boot.img" and "fasboot flash boot_b boot.img"[/HIDE][/SIZE]
If you have any issue, or if i make any type error, reply.
don't forget to ckick the TX button.
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After installing the patched boot image to my device (MI A2), android version 9. build number V10.0.2.0.PDIMIFJ,
the Magisk working properly. But when I turned off my phone and insert the power cable for charging, the phone start booting and stuck at "AndroidOne" logo.
Waiting for your advice...
Thanks..
dipankar.roy said:
After installing the patched boot image to my device (MI A2), android version 9. build number V10.0.2.0.PDIMIFJ,
the Magisk working properly. But when I turned off my phone and insert the power cable for charging, the phone start booting and stuck at "AndroidOne" logo.
Waiting for your advice...
Thanks..
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That's a normal stock rom issue with magisk, you can't fix it. but if you want, we don't have this issue on custom roms
( next time plz don't quote the entire thread )
Matteo
Hey Matteo,
I've got a problem while booting with the patched boot image. Whenever I start the 'fastboot boot image' stuff, it ends with following message:
downloading 'boot.img'...
FAILED (command write failed (no error))
finished. Total time 0.002s
Phone screen goes black and says 'press any key to continue' or something like that. I tried several different USB ports and also different boot images, I cant even boot with the stock image.
When I unlocked the bootloader I had a problem that while booting the phone said I should perform a factroy reset because of a corrupt file system...after doing that, the phone itself works fine. But I really want the root access.
Have you ever encountered that message?
Thanks in advance
Update: Did the same procedure with my notebook and ironically it worked without a flaw. USB driver conflicts maybe?
On Pie V10.0.2.0, applied the patched_boot.img, Magisk was not installed at the beginning.
Installed Magisk manually but the phone was not rooted.
Applied the patched_boot.img again and I got root.
Now, every time I reboot the phone, root is gone and I have to apply the patched_boot.img again.
Thread closed on OP request