Recovery and Root for MM .575/.291 LB/UB - Xperia Z3 General

This is a port of the original tool by @russel5 from the Z3C forums
I have added support for Z3 D6603, D6653, D6633, D6646 and D6643.
PROCEDURE
* Update to .291 as usual via OTA from Sony or flashing directly.
* Make sure you have ADB set up correctly.
* Use FlashTool to flash the attached .575_kernel.zip for your device before running the recovery tool. You need to re-name the zip and change the .zip extension to .ftf before flashing it! (make sure windows is configured to show file extensions)
* Reboot and check the build date of the kernel. If it is April, you are on 575 kernel and good to go. If June, you are still on 291 kernel and the tool wont work due to the exploit being patched.
** The build number of the rom will show 291, regardless of which kernel is flashed **
* download Recovery_for_MM575-291v5.zip and extract it.
* enable USB-debugging on your phone and plug phone to computer via USB
* Make sure you have closed Flashtool and anything else that uses adb, then run install.bat
* after running the tool you should boot straight into recovery. Then flash https://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4164510&d=1496008012to obtain SuperSU root. Put it on the device or external sd card if device is encrypted.
* re-flash the .291 KERNEL back again with Flashtool using the attached 291_kernel.zip for your device. Again, change/re-name the .zip extension to .ftf first! (you won't lose root or recovery)
ADDITIONAL NOTES
If on Windows, in FolderSettings->Show file extensions to be able to rename from ZIP to FTF.
- Assuming it has booted to TWRP after running the tool, to re-enter it, press volume down during re-boot when you see the green LED and feel a vibration. You have 2 seconds to do it. No need to smash volume down repeatedly.
- Reboot apps DO NOT WORK on Sony MM.
- Install a new busybox through Play store at your own risk. Some will break recovery, some won't.
- Some apps install their own busybox. This can also break recovery. If this happens, try running the tool again.
Thanks:
@zxz0O0 for iovyroot
@Wolfbreak for idea with recroot
Special credits to @russel5 for the tool, @serajr for the recovery scripts, and @gustavo_v for showing how to add devices.
Edit: the D6603-6653 .291 zip has a typo. It is actually 23.5.A.1.291, not 23.5.A.0.291
View attachment Recovery_for_MM575-291v5.zip
View attachment D6603-6653_23.5.A.0.575_kernel.zip
View attachment D6603-6653_23.5.A.0.291_kernel.zip
View attachment D6633_23.5.A.1.291-kernel.zip
View attachment D6633_23.5.A.0.575-kernel.zip

Thank u man.
How hard is for u to add offset from Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521 to iovyroot?
I can upload kernel.sin if u are willing to do same for z2 tablet.

Great? Thank you
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Dadovvv said:
Thank u man.
How hard is for u to add offset from Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521 to iovyroot?
I can upload kernel.sin if u are willing to do same for z2 tablet.
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I added Z2 as well. Just no time to make a thread. Try it. You should still boot to TWRP
Edit: Nothing for z2 tablet yet. Post a 575 kernel.sin here and I will add it.

But... We have to flash supersu in recovery again?
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Masami1975 said:
But... We have to flash supersu in recovery again?
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Yea, but i dont see any problem doing that...or u can simply flash any prerooted firmware.

Masami1975 said:
But... We have to flash supersu in recovery again?
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Yup. Because it changes all the time. As soon as you run the the tool, it will boot straight into TWRP, ready for flashing the latest version.

shoey63 said:
Yup. Because it changes all the time. As soon as you run the the tool, it will boot straight into TWRP, ready for flashing the latest version.
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Only ti complete can you link supersu in op ? Thank
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Masami1975 said:
Only ti complete can you link supersu in op ? Thank
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If you can't find it Here it is.

shoey63 said:
I added Z2 as well. Just no time to make a thread. Try it. You should still boot to TWRP
Edit: Nothing for z2 tablet yet. Post a 575 kernel.sin here and I will add it.
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Xperia Z2 Tablet SGP521
Firmware .575
Kernel.sin -- https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B3011Q50-bjWOXVsNWM3NVRyRm8
Thanks for your work

Amazing
Thank you bro!
Now, let's wait till Nougat to start the party again... I hope it soon! Also let's pray for dm-verity disabled in the kernel like MM.

serajr said:
Thank you bro!
Now, let's wait till Nougat to start the party again... I hope it soon! Also let's pray for dm-verity disabled in the kernel like MM.
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Probably no nougat for z3?
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Can any upload the .291 kernel for me please ? I updated the .575 OTA to .291 so I dont have the tft file of the .291 Thanks

Oh boy, have I been waiting for this. A huge thanks for everybody involved. :good::good::good:
 @shoey63 Would this also work for the Z3 Tablet Compact (SGP621)? If so, would you be so kind as to add support for it? :fingers-crossed:
If Google Drive is OK for you, I can upload the kernel.sin. THX

langkhack18 said:
Can any upload the .291 kernel for me please ? I updated the .575 OTA to .291 so I dont have the tft file of the .291 Thanks
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I need 575 kernel...[emoji4]
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My concern and needs clarification; if flash 575 kernel on 291 ROM, tha phone wont boot up so how do we run tha tool or. 575 kernel ll boot on. 291 ROM?
Thanks for dis....

A. User said:
Oh boy, have I been waiting for this. A huge thanks for everybody involved. :good::good::good:
@shoey63 Would this also work for the Z3 Tablet Compact (SGP621)? If so, would you be so kind as to add support for it? :fingers-crossed:
If Google Drive is OK for you, I can upload the kernel.sin. THX
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Upload the kernel.sin and I will add it. Hopefully the included TWRP will work with it.
whalesplaho said:
My concern and needs clarification; if flash 575 kernel on 291 ROM, tha phone wont boot up so how do we run tha tool or. 575 kernel ll boot on. 291 ROM?
Thanks for dis....
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Sure it boots. I tested it. Why would I tell people to flash a different kernel if I didn't know if the device would boot?

shoey63 said:
Sure it boots. I tested it. Why would I tell people to flash a different kernel if I didn't know if the device would boot?
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please dnt get me wrong, i was just asking... remembered old days, we flash a lower kernel on update OS just to root & we dont boot up before flashing tha updated kernel back... was jus asking!
thanks!:good:

whalesplaho said:
please dnt get me wrong....
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Ahh yes the old DoomLorD method.
Rest assured 575 will boot on 291 so you can run the tool to get recovery, (and then flash the super user zip of your choice).
Also be assured that when you re-flash 291 kernel again, you will still retain root and recovery.

shoey63 said:
Ahh yes the old DoomLorD method.
Rest assured 575 will boot on 291 so you can run the tool to get recovery, (and then flash the super user zip of your choice).
Also be assured that when you re-flash 291 kernel again, you will still retain root and recovery.
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I m searching for 575 kernel... Without full rom
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Related

[STOCK ROM] Xperia Z (C6603) 10.4.1.B.0.101 Rooted init.d & Dual Recovery

STOCK ROM Xperia Z (C6603) 10.4.1.B.0.101 Generic UA (Unbranded Ukraine)
Hi all, this is my first take at creating a flashable zip which I tested and found working on my Unlocked Bootloader Xperia Z (C6603)
Stock ROM uploaded by @smardu http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=50203976&postcount=68
Created using @[NUT]'s DIY Guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2307311 to create a flashable zip rooted with SuperSU, init.d & BusyBox built in with @[NUT]'s XZ Dual Recovery v 2.7.62
I have tested it on my Unlocked Bootloader Xperia Z (C6603) and found working. I have NOT tested on Locked Bootloader. If you are willing to try and let me know!
How I updated:
1. Make a nandroid backup just in case
2. Flash the flashable zip using PhilzTouch (only tested using PhilzTouch Recovery) - I am not sure if it will work on other recoveries
3. Once completed, do not restart your phone, power off the phone instead
4. Connect in Flashmode and Flash the Kernel
5. Reboot and once loaded into system, it should start showing Android is upgrading
I did not clear data or cache before flashing and so far it is working fine with me.
I have also included links to @[NUT]'s latest XZ Dual Recovery v 2.7.85-BETA.flashable as well as the working Xposed Installer Framework for 4.3.
DOWNLOADS:
GDrive Links:
ROM
KERNEL
XposedInstaller
xzdualrecovery2785
CREDITS:
@[NUT] for the DIY Guide and Dual Recovery
@smardu for the Stock ROM 10.4.1.B.0.101 Generic UA (Unbranded Ukraine)
@rovo89 for Xposed Framework
Thanks!
tested and it works
does the zip contain the kernel too?
spazzy1912 said:
does the zip contain the kernel too?
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no you have to flash that with flashtools
google chrome says this is malware..
spazzy1912 said:
google chrome says this is malware..
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did just scan it all again with bitdefender total security 2014 and it did say is clean.
Ive download it using idm and when its reach 99.8% its say "something has occured frm dropbox please download again" if this is not my wife laptop i swear to god ive smack it on the wall. It took me 2 hour to reach 99%..
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emeemisri said:
Ive download it using idm and when its reach 99.8% its say "something has occured frm dropbox please download again" if this is not my wife laptop i swear to god ive smack it on the wall. It took me 2 hour to reach 99%..
Sent From My Sony Xperia Yuga
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Can you try downloading without IDM? I am currently uploading the files to Google Drive as well.
I got a weird issue after flashing this rom..when my phone booted up for 1st time i got this repair icon in my screen, with the loading blue bar on the bottom (1st time i see this on my phone)...after a few minutes it booted up normally, but the only issue i got is that i cannot install any app through my file explorer...only through playstore..when i try to install one app through es explorer eg. i get "sorry,no application error".
Also, xposed framework has issues too..i can view my mods and they are applied to my phone, but when i try to update those who need update, xposed is crashing...so i can only use mods that are already installed through my previous rom.
Anyone has any idea what i did or what maybe went wrong?
akisg said:
I got a weird issue after flashing this rom..when my phone booted up for 1st time i got this repair icon in my screen, with the loading blue bar on the bottom (1st time i see this on my phone)...after a few minutes it booted up normally, but the only issue i got is that i cannot install any app through my file explorer...only through playstore..when i try to install one app through es explorer eg. i get "sorry,no application error".
Also, xposed framework has issues too..i can view my mods and they are applied to my phone, but when i try to update those who need update, xposed is crashing...so i can only use mods that are already installed through my previous rom.
Anyone has any idea what i did or what maybe went wrong?
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What ROM were you previously on? Was it Odexed or Deodexed? And did you wipe data/cache/dalvik before flashing or did you dirty flash? Might work if you do a clean install.
OK, i just figured out my mistake...
I did everything from scratch and everything works flawless now..so i can confirm it is working on a locked bootloader..
So for your interest if someone does the same mistake as i did, just when flashing the kernel .ftf don't exclude anything..that caused my issues i think
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rjhellel said:
What ROM were you previously on? Was it Odexed or Deodexed? And did you wipe data/cache/dalvik before flashing or did you dirty flash? Might work if you do a clean install.
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I was on 4.3 odexed NCB stock, prerooted. I wiped only cache and dalvik before flashing. I messed up my system by trying another flashable rom that failed during flashing, and then i tried this method, zipped flashed fine, but i unchecked everything except kernel when flashing the .tft. Although i reflashed for 2nd time in a row the .tft, system still messed up. So i did everything from the beginning and now it works fine...
Glad i didn't had to wipe my data in the end... :laugh:
Thanks for this rom/guide
Silly question, I have unlocked the bootloader, I'm using a stock rom with stock kernel, what I need to know is if after I flash the kernel.tft I need to follow the NUT's thread to install the dual recovery? it is already rooted? I'll do it today as soon as I get home so I just need to know that! :good:
blkcr said:
Silly question, I have unlocked the bootloader, I'm using a stock rom with stock kernel, what I need to know is if after I flash the kernel.tft I need to follow the NUT's thread to install the dual recovery? it is already rooted? I'll do it today as soon as I get home so I just need to know that! :good:
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No, dualrecovery is integrated in this rom. Also, busybox and supersu fixes are also included, so you only need to flash the rom and the .ftf kernel file.
error flashing kernel
i have wiped all ! installed rom and tried to flash kernel on flashtool ! i'm on UB! think is my flashtool out of date?
beiurh said:
i have wiped all ! installed rom and tried to flash kernel on flashtool ! i'm on UB! think is my flashtool out of date?
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Always download and use the latest flashtool version Flashtool Homepage
Also make sure, that your firmware is in the correct folder inside flashtool directory.
Question! Step 4
Instead of flashing Kernel via Flashtool, wouldn't it be possible to use Doomlords v12 advanced stock kernel via Recovery?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50246675
Haldi4803 said:
Question! Step 4
Instead of flashing Kernel via Flashtool, wouldn't it be possible to use Doomlords v12 advanced stock kernel via Recovery?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50246675
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Yes if you're on unlocked bootloader.
how can we get boot.img from this rom? is it possible?
m00nl33n said:
how can we get boot.img from this rom? is it possible?
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Check the link in the previous post by @Haldi4803:-
akisg said:
Always download and use the latest flashtool version Flashtool Homepage
Also make sure, that your firmware is in the correct folder inside flashtool directory.
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Sorry copied wrong post, still getting the hang of the XDA app. Here is correct post by @Haldi4803:-
Haldi4803 said:
Question! Step 4
Instead of flashing Kernel via Flashtool, wouldn't it be possible to use Doomlords v12 advanced stock kernel via Recovery?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=50246675
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[Prerooted flashable zip][23.0.1.A.4.30][(CustomizedUK) for Z2 tablet SGP511]

Hi
Here is flasable zip file wich install latest ROM 23.0.1.A.4.30 which this time is customized UK, latest stable SuperSu v2.37 and latest beta Dualrecovery .154 for Tablet Z2 with read/write acces to system.
This is tested and works just fine though make nandroid backup before flashing.
Install it by flashing whole zip file with custom recovery. Wipes aren´t necessary but good practise.
Here is the link: https://mega.co.nz/#!JRRS0aSS!Gp3rRZgmvEH50XGs158kOuL6PmX8yu19jbK-97Vsb5whttps://mega.co.nz/#!ARQC3CaY!BQYpqwZnzwnzA5Js2pVCw-3DE6yr5QKu-mA_3j6k30c
Credits:
@Androxyde
@Chainfire
@Nut
@LaguCool
@zxz0O0
@AndroPlus
Just want to say thanks. I'm going to flash this tomorrow . Keep up the good work.
Thanks. Is the the lollipop update or just a smaller one? If so what is changed?
Did a bit of research. Looks like it fixed smart cover bug and removes the non functional ultra stamina mode
Jeddix said:
Just want to say thanks. I'm going to flash this tomorrow . Keep up the good work.
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thecrunked said:
Thanks. Is the the lollipop update or just a smaller one? If so what is changed?
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Thanks guys for your kind word. This is still KitKat update. Haven´t seen chancelog but atleast Sony´s own cover works again as supposed and touchscreen seems to be more responsive.
Just wanted to add that I had to manually install the dual recovery. Installed fine but thought I'd mention it.
thecrunked said:
Just wanted to add that I had to manually install the dual recovery. Installed fine but thought I'd mention it.
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Thanks for info. Working fine here tough.
I am running 23.0.1.A.30 with a locked bootloader that I just installed ota, and lost root.
If if flash this over the top, will I get root back?
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istrait said:
I am running 23.0.1.A.30 with a locked bootloader that I just installed ota, and lost root.
If if flash this over the top, will I get root back?
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You need working custom recovery (TWRP) to flash this. So answer to your question is no.
kulvertti said:
You need working custom recovery (TWRP) to flash this. So answer to your question is no.
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Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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istrait said:
Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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So you have working custom recovery? What exactly do you mean that you lost your root? Partial root or something else? If you have working custom recovery why not just flash latest SuperSu from here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/636/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.37.zip
And then about encrytpion keys. Do you mean that you have encrypted your device or perhaps DRM keys? Flashing prerooted firmware have no effects to your device DRM keys if you mean that.
Sooty to be a pita (pain in the ...)
kulvertti said:
So you have working custom recovery? What exactly do you mean that you lost your root? Partial root or something else? If you have working custom recovery why not just flash latest SuperSu from here:
http://download.chainfire.eu/636/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.37.zip
I had root and lost it in the ota... superuser says such not installed... I just went in and tried recovery and it did not come up, so I am assuming it flashed me back to stock in more ways then one... I am now looking at your zip to get root back if I can get dual recovery back on the tablet.
And then about encrytpion keys. Do you mean that you have encrypted your device or perhaps DRM keys? Flashing prerooted firmware have no effects to your device DRM keys if you mean that.
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Yep... dem keys is what I was thinking...
Also thanks very much for the help.
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istrait said:
Shoot.. I really am slipping.... I must have unlocked it at some point then because I do have nut's dual recovery onboard..
I should be able to flash over the top then... my only questions are if I do flash, will I have issues with the encryption keys, and how do I change the localization to us? ?
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you dont need an unlocked bootloader for nut recovery. my bl is locked and i have nut recovery installed
thecrunked said:
you dont need an unlocked bootloader for nut recovery. my bl is locked and i have nut recovery installed
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Can you install the dual recovery on tablets with newer firmware?
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istrait said:
Can you install the dual recovery on tablets with newer firmware?
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Yes if you have root. However with newer firmwares dualrecovery rooting function don´t work any more becose it use towelroot wich Sony has patched.
kulvertti said:
Yes if you have root. However with newer firmwares dualrecovery rooting function don´t work any more becose it use towelroot wich Sony has patched.
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OK.. I am hosed then... i will either need to find a way of downgrading or will wait for new root.. I think I want to downgrade though.. how to do that though.....
Also, thanks for the help.....
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istrait said:
OK.. I am hosed then... i will either need to find a way of downgrading or will wait for new root.. I think I want to downgrade though.. how to do that though.....
Also, thanks for the help.....
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You are welcome.
You need Flashtool and correctly installed drivers for it and rootable firmware in ftf format. If I remember correctly latest was 17.1.2.A.0.314. If you want to I believe you can use this one: https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 It is for SGP511 but memory size is only difference between devices. Or you can find one from general forum.
You can find one instruction how to use flashtool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45187952&postcount=2
And here is link to Flashtool download page: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
kulvertti said:
You are welcome.
You need Flashtool and correctly installed drivers for it and rootable firmware in ftf format. If I remember correctly latest was 17.1.2.A.0.314. If you want to I believe you can use this one: https://mega.co.nz/#!kcxxjaLA!itErjRi2fYPPswal-c7XasF_lAvPKyY4GwEzY3xgHZ0 It is for SGP511 but memory size is only difference between devices. Or you can find one from general forum.
You can find one instruction how to use flashtool from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=45187952&postcount=2
And here is link to Flashtool download page: http://www.flashtool.net/downloads.php
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I think I know what I will do...
I want to have a stock rooted feel.
Download ftf from sony for stock through sony pc companion(save this in case...)
Run prf creator (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904) and add root and recovery
use flashtool to put on Nordic with root and custom recovery
use the recovery from nordic to flash the rooted stock firmware.
I should be golden then right?
Last questions though. Do I need to be unlocked to do this and will my DRM keys stay good?
I think I know what I will do...
I want to have a stock rooted feel.
Download ftf from sony for stock through sony pc companion(save this in case...)
Run prf creator (http://forum.xda-developers.com/crossdevice-dev/sony/tool-prfcreator-easily-create-pre-t2859904) and add root and recovery
use flashtool to put on Nordic with root and custom recovery
use the recovery from nordic to flash the rooted stock firmware.
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istrait said:
I should be golden then right?
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If I understand you correctly you´ll be fine. In Sony servers for SGP512 and SGP511 Nordic region there are only firmware versions of 23.0.1.A.0.167. Not older or newer.
Last questions though. Do I need to be unlocked to do this and will my DRM keys stay good?
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No you don´t need to unlock your bootloader and your DRM keys will be just fine.
kulvertti said:
Hi
Here is flasable zip file wich install latest ROM 23.0.1.A.4.30 which this time is customized UK, latest stable SuperSu v2.37 and latest beta Dualrecovery .154 for Tablet Z2 with read/write acces to system.
This is tested and works just fine though make nandroid backup before flashing.
Install it by flashing whole zip file with custom recovery. Wipes aren´t necessary but good practise.
Here is the link: https://mega.co.nz/#!ARQC3CaY!BQYpqwZnzwnzA5Js2pVCw-3DE6yr5QKu-mA_3j6k30c
Credits:
@Androxyde
@Chainfire
@Nut
@LaguCool
@zxz0O0
@AndroPlus
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you sir are a life saver, how did you get it rooted?
spider623 said:
you sir are a life saver, how did you get it rooted?
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Thank you. Short answer is that as long you have root access you can install prerooted firmwares so basically same way you do with this prerooted firmware. Credits how to make prerooted firmwares are in op. Some point there is no method to root newer firmwares without unlocking your bootloader so I did that too but because backed up TA partition I´m back with rooted device and locked bootloader.

[FTF][ZIP][STOCK] SGP621 Lollipop 23.1.A.0.690 NOBA FTF and PreRooted Flashable Zip

Here are the links to the flashable zip and the ftf for the 23.1.A.0.690 NOBA Lollipop Stock. There is no recovery yet for lollipop stock based Z3TC ROMs, so the zip comes without one.
Downloads:
Flashable PreRooted Zip - GDrive
FTF - GDrive
After installing and gaining root, to get system R/W access you need to run my script which will enable RICDefeat on the device and allow R/W of the system partition. Just extract SGP621-RICDefeat.zip and run the install batch file. It should also work for other devices, but as I have not personally tested it on anything else than my SGP621 and Z2, I cannot guarantee for it. So if this makes your cat explode, it is not my fault.
Thanks:
laguCool for XperiFirm
zxz0O0 for PRFCreator
NUT for DualRecovery
ChainFire for SuperSU
Thanks very much. Have you tested it and verified it works?
nico1375 said:
Thanks very much. Have you tested it and verified it works?
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I tested the zip and used it to upgrade mine and it works. And as the zip was generated using the ftf (which I did not test on its own) I assume it also works
lowtraxx said:
I tested the zip and used it to upgrade mine and it works. And as the zip was generated using the ftf (which I did not test on its own) I assume it also works
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You flashed using CWM or TWRP?
Everything works including the root?
nico1375 said:
You flashed using CWM or TWRP?
Everything works including the root?
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I flashed using TWRP. root and everything else works except for recovery, because there is none ATM for lollipop based Z3TC ROMs.
after 2 reboots it works perfectly, thanks
do you guys know if exposed work and or gravity box for you who have root with lollipop?
im trying to boot in recovery but its not letting me ( lollipop ) I want to flash exposed
jaime4272 said:
im trying to boot in recovery but its not letting me ( lollipop ) I want to flash exposed
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Read above - no recovery yet.
jaime4272 said:
im trying to boot in recovery but its not letting me ( lollipop ) I want to flash exposed
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No recovery for stock based lollipop ATM. I updated the post with that Info now. Also I do not think exposed works with lollipop, or does it? The installer at least told me that it is not compatible at the moment.
lowtraxx said:
No recovery for stock based lollipop ATM. I updated the post with that Info now. Also I do not think exposed works with lollipop, or does it? The installer at least told me that it is not compatible at the moment.
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Hi, thanks for your work. I make my own zip with ftf and supueruser zip file. The Rom is working perfect and root works, but I can not mount /sytem as RW, every time I tried (as root) I get an "operation not permitted" is there anything I can try to write in system?
Thanks!
basajaun said:
Hi, thanks for your work. I make my own zip with ftf and supueruser zip file. The Rom is working perfect and root works, but I can not mount /sytem as RW, every time I tried (as root) I get an "operation not permitted" is there anything I can try to write in system?
Thanks!
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Run my script I attached in the first post, after that you should have R/W access without any problems.
Thanks man. I appreciate the work you do for us. so far everything works for me. I think that I was in a rush to get lollipop. Question if want to go back to 4. 4. 4 can I? Or I'm stock on lollipop just saying
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Thanks man. I appreciate the work you do for us. so far everything works for me. I think that I was in a rush to get lollipop. Question if want to go back to 4. 4. 4 can I? Or I'm stock on lollipop just saying
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I don't know if downgrading would work without loosing your data, but I do not think so. But until now I have not found anything that would make me want to go back to 4.4.4
Any chance you could make a flashable zip for sgp611 please?
I don't know how to use prerooted zip, anyone help?
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lowtraxx said:
I flashed using TWRP. root and everything else works except for recovery, because there is none ATM for lollipop based Z3TC ROMs.
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how to use twrp?
lowtraxx said:
Run my script I attached in the first post, after that you should have R/W access without any problems.
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it's works Thanks a mil!
just updated my sgp621 with your flashable zip and used your script. works like a charm! thanks a lot.
again thanks lowtraxx you are awesome I've try it and it works very good only SGP621 without a problem but. I needed exposed for some feature that some modules give me and I went back to 4. 4. 4 I guess I'll just have to wait for a little bit longer till exposed is working for lollipop and TWRP too. but again thanks a bunch lowtraxx
Noob question, sorry >.<
Hi, @lowtraxx. I'm kind of new to Sony devices, so I'm not confident with rooting yet.
Anyway, my Z3TC (SGP621) is still on stock 4.4.4. So to get rooted 5.0.2, do I need to follow your guide:
"[How-To] Rooted Stock or CM12 with Locked Bootloader for SGP621 using giefroot" from numbers 1 to 37 (with rooted stock)
then flash the prerooted lollipop zip via TWRP? Then the updated RICDefeat? No need to use the lollipop ftf?
Thank you so much for all your work!
lowtraxx said:
Here are the links to the flashable zip and the ftf for the 23.1.A.0.690 NOBA Lollipop Stock. There is no recovery yet for lollipop stock based Z3TC ROMs, so the zip comes without one.
Downloads:
Flashable PreRooted Zip - GDrive
FTF - GDrive
After installing and gaining root, to get system R/W access you need to run my script which will enable RICDefeat on the device and allow R/W of the system partition. Just extract SGP621-RICDefeat.zip and run the install batch file. It should also work for other devices, but as I have not personally tested it on anything else than my SGP621 and Z2, I cannot guarantee for it. So if this makes your cat explode, it is not my fault.
Thanks:
laguCool for XperiFirm
zxz0O0 for PRFCreator
NUT for DualRecovery
ChainFire for SuperSU
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[MM][STOCK][FTF] Firmware for Z5 Dual E6683 v 32.2.A.0.305 with Patched Stock Kernel

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Dear all, I wanted to share the stock FTF file of "E6683_32.2.A.0.305_1298-9654_R9C" firmware which I downloaded and created via XperiFirm and Flashtool respectively and then uploaded to mediafire for
you all to download easily So here you go .......
The kernel is Stock with the following Features :
- Dm-Verity OFF
- Sony RIC OFF
- TWRP 3.0.2 installed
- BUSYBOX installed
- SuperUS 2.78 SR1 installed (it means fully rooted kernel)
- DRM fix installed (just flash your backed up device key FTF via flashtool)
- NO XPOSED FX installed (flash it from TWRP after sometimes)
Instructions:
1st - Flash the E6683_32.2.A.0.305_1298-9654_R9C.FTF via flashtool's Flashmode With everything
2nd - Flash the kernel.img via fastboot or using flashtool's fastboot mode
Download Kernel
Download Firmware
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Xperia Z5 Nougat Series Downloads:
Stock FTF Firmware for Z5 E6683 DSDS v32.3.A.0.376 MY : HERE
Ultimate Unlocked Camera Version 7 : HERE
Superuser MOD [Patched services.jar] for Z5 Series .376 Nougat Firmware : HERE
Patched Rooted Stock Kernel for Z5 Series .376 Nougat Firmware : HERE
Patched Rooted Stock Kernel for Z5 Series .372 Nougat Firmware : HERE
Extremely De-Bloated DeOdexed Patch [Flashable] for Z5 E6683 DSDS v32.3.A.0.376 MY: HERE
LED Flash Light Parameter Tweak for Extreme Brightness : HERE
Will you make deodexed .305 rom ?
@chinmoy32 bro whats the country of 305 fw you upload it?
Hamidreza2010 said:
@chinmoy32 bro whats the country of 305 fw you upload it?
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E6683_32.2.A.0.305_1298-9654_R9C.FTF
CDA_1298-9654_R9C means Malaysia
@chinmoy32
could you please do the same for me E6833 / attaching kernel
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B3UEmefJMB0iSGd0TW9EcUV5LVU
please just install twrp in this kernel for me
i will flash supersu from recovery
if possible
plz
YasuHamed said:
@chinmoy32
could you please do the same for me E6833 / attaching kernel
https://drive.google.com/open?id=0B3UEmefJMB0iSGd0TW9EcUV5LVU
please just install twrp in this kernel for me
i will flash supersu from recovery
if possible
plz
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seems like u got it all covered
devilmaycry2020 said:
Will you make deodexed .305 rom ?
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cant say I am , at least not now , sorry
chinmoy32 said:
seems like u got it all covered
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kernels embedded with BusyBox+superSu had higher batter drain issues. and superSU don't get updated if its installed in kernel. that why I prefer stock modified kernel with flashable SuperSu and no busybox installed
can someone share Ftf torrent file for E6653 (single SIM model)
nvm
Hi. Sorry for noob question: First we flash kernel and THEN the ftf? Wouldn't the ftf over-ride the kernel? Shall we flash the kernel again after the ftf?
Thanks
Thanks for sharing this!
christis said:
Hi. Sorry for noob question: First we flash kernel and THEN the ftf? Wouldn't the ftf over-ride the kernel? Shall we flash the kernel again after the ftf?
Thanks
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I managed to get mine going by flashing the ftf first and then the kernel. When I flashed the kernel first, flashtool actually threw an error when trying to install the ftf. So far no camera fc's or anything. Going to try xposed soon.
the51Cness said:
Thanks for sharing this!
I managed to get mine going by flashing the ftf first and then the kernel. When I flashed the kernel first, flashtool actually threw an error when trying to install the ftf. So far no camera fc's or anything. Going to try xposed soon.
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christis said:
Hi. Sorry for noob question: First we flash kernel and THEN the ftf? Wouldn't the ftf over-ride the kernel? Shall we flash the kernel again after the ftf?
Thanks
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You need to flash the FTF first
FTF contains all the necessary firmware files (partition images, Kernel, FOTA kernel, Radio Base Bands, Boot Delivery and so on )
Then without starting the phone you should flash the patched kernel via Flashtool's fastboot mode.
Then turn the phone on and have fun !
Hi, great idea, can I use the kernel for E6653 (.305) ?
piponxs said:
Hi, great idea, can I use the kernel for E6653 (.305) ?
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I have the same question. I have the E6603 (the poor guy's E6653) and wanted to know if I could safely flash only this FTF and keep my current (stock) ROM. Thanks,
So I flashed the FTF only, excluded the kernel and fota kernel using Flashtool. My Z5 now thinks it's dual SIM.
Weird thing, phone isn't rooted. I'll try to reboot to see if I at least got TWRP.
Sent from my E6683 using Tapatalk
I managed to flash it E6653 ,unlocket bootloader, twrp works fine but I cant acess to my sd card,rest it fine and awesome, I cant mount it in twrp and phone doesnt read it at all,any ideas?
Hi
It's strange, X-reality doesn't work :/
piponxs said:
I managed to flash it E6653 ,unlocket bootloader, twrp works fine but I cant acess to my sd card,rest it fine and awesome, I cant mount it in twrp and phone doesnt read it at all,any ideas?
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download appropriate kernel for correct build from here
https://mega.nz/#F!KwZhjLIK!uNbDzR6lCXMaaW7jKFS1WQ
and try the same again
say thanks to @KbaB.BroS
Hobbes2099 said:
I have the same question. I have the E6603 (the poor guy's E6653) and wanted to know if I could safely flash only this FTF and keep my current (stock) ROM. Thanks,
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I did not understand , Flashing the FTF will replace your kernel and make it into a DSDS which your phone is not
--- keeping the stock ROM after once you falshed the FTF is out of the question i guess.
shinsengumi90 said:
Hi
It's strange, X-reality doesn't work :/
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It wont , unless you have your original device key restored

[MM][STOCK][FTF][Z5- DUAL][E6683] 32.2.A.5.11 Customized MY 1298-9654-R9C With ROOT

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Dear all, I wanted to share the stock FTF file of "32.2.A.5.11 Customized MY 1298-9654-R9C" firmware which I downloaded and created via XperiFirm and Flashtool respectively and then uploaded to mediafire for you all to download easily So here you go .......
The kernel is Stock with the following Features :
- Dm-Verity OFF
- Sony RIC OFF
- TWRP 3.0.2 installed [With my modified WHITE Theme, Blue LED etc]
- BUSYBOX installed
- SuperUS 2.78 SR3 installed (it means fully rooted kernel)
- DRM fix installed (just flash your backed up device key FTF via flashtool)
- NO XPOSED FX installed (flash it from TWRP after sometimes, fully compatible with v87)
Instructions:
1st - Flash the E6683_32.2.A.5.11 Customized MY 1298-9654-R9C.FTF via flashtool's Flashmode With everything
2nd - Flash the kernel.img via fastboot or using flashtool's fastboot mode
3rd - Start the phone for first time and let it breath ............
ITS ONLY FOR Z5 E6683 DSDS, DO NOT FLASH IT TO OTHER MODELS
> > > > Download 5.11 ROOTED Kernel < < < <
> > > > Download Firmware < < < < http://www.mediafire.com/file/15ufenbuqupjea1/E6683_32.2.A.5.11_1298-9654_R9C_CHINMOY32.ftf
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Do you have a 32.2.A.5.11 kernel build tool? Thank you
Is there a reason for using sr3 rather than sr5?
Thanks
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk
goRt said:
Is there a reason for using sr3 rather than sr5?
Thanks
Sent from my Nexus 7 using Tapatalk
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No there is no reason beside the one that I did not know that there is indeed a SR5 out there .. :/
shanpao said:
Do you have a 32.2.A.5.11 kernel build tool? Thank you
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Yes I do, its the same tool -- rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
from this link rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
chinmoy32 said:
Yes I do, its the same tool -- rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
from this link rootkernel_v5.0_Windows_Linux.zip
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I also use this tool to make, but there is no TWRP
shanpao said:
I also use this tool to make, but there is no TWRP
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Everything you need is in that thread several times
Sent from my E6653 using Tapatalk
thanks!! hope you can do the same for Android N once its release
Ukiya8 said:
thanks!! hope you can do the same for Android N once its release
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I hope so too !
I have the Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running on android version 6.0.1 and I was wondering if this would be compatible? Also what does "dsds" mean?
NeutrinoNexus said:
I have the Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running on android version 6.0.1 and I was wondering if this would be compatible? Also what does "dsds" mean?
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dsds = Dual Sim Dual Standby
chinmoy32 said:
I hope so too !
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Hi Chin, is it possible to do a kernel without supersu? thanks
NeutrinoNexus said:
I have the Xperia Z5 dual E6683 running on android version 6.0.1 and I was wondering if this would be compatible? Also what does "dsds" mean?
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Yes of course it is compatible !!
this firmware is particularly for your Z5 model E6683, and which version of Android you are currently running has nothing to do with FTF flashing.
DSDS stands for dual sim dual standby , its a variant marker used by Sony.
Just download the flashtool (google it) and flash the FTF first then the kernel .
before that keep backup of your staffs .
Ukiya8 said:
dsds = Dual Sim Dual Standby
Hi Chin, is it possible to do a kernel without supersu? thanks
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yeah, it is possible .
Ukiya8 said:
dsds = Dual Sim Dual Standby
Hi Chin, is it possible to do a kernel without supersu? thanks
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here you go , @arul20be did that already, so I dont have to do it
Dont forget to give him thanks ..
E6683 Kernel without SuperSU
chinmoy32 said:
Yes of course it is compatible !!
this firmware is particularly for your Z5 model E6683, and which version of Android you are currently running has nothing to do with FTF flashing.
DSDS stands for dual sim dual standby , its a variant marker used by Sony.
Just download the flashtool (google it) and flash the FTF first then the kernel .
before that keep backup of your staffs .
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I don't have any personal files on my phone since I just got it, should I still make a backup? And if so, how?
chinmoy32 said:
here you go , @arul20be did that already, so I dont have to do it
Dont forget to give him thanks ..
E6683 Kernel without SuperSU
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i just did, thanks
NeutrinoNexus said:
I don't have any personal files on my phone since I just got it, should I still make a backup? And if so, how?
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no need to backup then ..............
and for backing up you need to have TWRP .............
for that please do some googling in general ...........
get a overall idea and then get back here in XDA and I think you will fit in just fine ............ we can then help you out with the specifics I think
Hi @chinmoy32y
Is this rom deodexed?
devilmaycry2020 said:
Hi @chinmoy32y
Is this rom deodexed?
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this is the FTF file dude , how can this be deodexed ??? of course this is stock odexed firmware
If I use the XperiFirm software, do I need to do anything special or just download from there and flash from there?
Will my phone be rooted if I use the XperiFirm?

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