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[XPERIA X10 General] audiovent:
Still having problems with lockup,I did a full wipe but still locking up. Would like to use SEUS or the Flash tool but I can not get the phone to Flash mode, only get the black and white Battery charging sign. I have tried SEUS,Flashtool and PcCompanion to try to get to Flashmode but none seems to work. Any suggestions would be much appreciated.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Do you have another usb cable to try?
[XPERIA X10 General] audiovent:
Tried another USB cable but no luck. Maybe im missing a flash file? or something thats keeping the phone from entering Flash mode?
[XPERIA X10 General] audiovent:
Also went to Build.prop file to maybe reload 1.6 then try again with 2.1 but a read only error comes up.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
First, to edit build.prop you have to be rooted and you need Root Explorer app that allows write privileges.

Anyway, that will not help you get the phone into flash mode.

Hold on a bit, I've posted your problem to someone who can probably help. I will report back asap.
[XPERIA X10 General] audiovent:
Just wanted to touch base to see if you had any new suggestions about getting into flash mode and would like to thank you again for all your help.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Did you try the other guy's advice and see if "mounting" PC Companion reinstalls usb drivers?

I asked DooMLoRD to look into it. If anyone knows what to do, it's him. I will let you know what he says asap.

In the meantime, you can skim through the flash tool thread to see if you can find the answer somewhere in the hundreds of posts. Just follow the link from my guide in the first post.
[XPERIA X10 General] incredibleali:
i have tried it on my x10a couple of days ago.....hv sm issues wd wifi..it seems 2 sleep wn phone is idle for smtim even when the never sleep option for wifi is set...also the flash still stays on while takn photos..........rest all seems 2 b stable!!
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
For wifi, are you using any task killers or wifi toggle apps?

Flash doesn't actually work on camera. The app viginette works for flash.
[XPERIA X10 General] incredibleali:
First of all...thnks a lot 4 creating such a wonderful guide for newbies lk me....awesome job...hd no difficulties whatsoevr following it.....

Viginette does work for flash...thanks again!!

I m using advanced task killer app (the auto kill is off).......and i use the power control and status switch which are built in for wifi and other options.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
It's probably in one of those. Try disabling or uninstalling.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Haven't forgotten you....

Does the led light turn green and then turn off immediately?

Also, is there any damage to the usb port?
[XPERIA X10 General] TrybalRage:
Thanks so much for this guide, it really explained the process well. I did run into one snag, however, and it seems that others are having the same issue.

I could not get my phone to connect in Flash mode, it would cause my whole computer to lock up while installing the SEMC driver(s).

The problem apparently was something with Windows (I have XP SP3), start your computer in 'Safe mode with networking', and then plug in the phone in Flash mode - it was not necessary to start either the Update service or the PC companion, just plug it in and it will install the drivers.

Then you can unplug the phone, start your computer normally, and everything should work great!

Thanks again for the guide, and thanks to everyone who worked on these tools.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Ahhhh, I do remember some people having issues with drivers and XP SP3. Hopefully your insight and technique will help others with this issue. I will try and add this to the guide. Thanks for your contribution.
[XPERIA X10 General] audiovent:
The green light only comes on when the battery is charged enough...Iv'e tried another cord,the USB port seems fine,I tried starting flash mode by connecting usb cord to the phone,hold back button,install battery then connect cord to computer. Iv'e tried to update drivers by running computer in safe mode but my network adapter wont connect in safe mode. I will keep looking on this site and keep trying. If anyone has anymore suggestions I will be happy to try them. Thanks
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Battery should be fully charged when trying to flash.
[XPERIA X10 General] meesha8:
Data issue

Hell. I've been running 2.1 for weeks. A few things that might be issues....does anyone notice they are using more data now than with 1.6? My phone is on always and when I check my data usage detail I've noticed that my phone uses my data plan in the early morning hours. I did uncheck background use but the IM apps such as yahoo need background turned on. Also when I use the IM apps they use my data plan instead of SMS. When I'm connected to my wifi network at home it should not use my data plan but it does. I really like the IM app that came with 1.6 because it only used SMS. Does anyone know how I can get that IM app back? Also, the browser does not have and exit selection so that you know that you have closed out the browser and are not using up your data plan. Data plans aren't cheap....any suggestions on how to save would be appreciated.
[XPERIA X10 General] TrybalRage:
The network adapter shouldn't be an issue... when the computer is in safe mode and you plug in the phone (while holding the back button) do you get the same 'freeze'? When I did this in safe mode it immediately installed the phone driver, no freezing or locking up.
[XPERIA X10 General] audiovent:
When I try to start in flash mode I hold the back button then plug in the usb cord,it does nothing for aproximately 10 seconds then the phone starts normally. I just hold the back button till I see any kind of sign other than the phone starting normally. I remember when i installed 2.1 I only had to hold down the back button for 2 0r 3 seconds. What happens when the phone is running is it works normal till I have to use any of the hard buttons then the only way to navigate is with the screen,the hard buttons sease to work. When I first reboot the phone the hard buttons work but only for a minute or so then I have to restart the phone.
[XPERIA X10 General] stan.s:
You must set the wifi to stay on when the phone goes to sleep. So from the Wireless Settings menu select the menu button and advanced settings to get to the wifi sleep setting dialog.
[XPERIA X10 General] xobrituhox:
Thanks so much for this tutorial! I can't believe that I waited so long to do this. It was super easy! :D
[XPERIA X10 General] gabnj:
Found this thread from another one and this is a great step by step to upgrading.. Very easy to follow.. Only thing that had to be done was disable norton as it wasn't allowing the flash tool to load..

Thank you so much, 2.1 is great improvement over 1.6
[XPERIA X10 General] CrzyB77:
Just wanted to say thank you so much for this guide. My phone has been working great since upgrading a few weeks ago, following this guide. Kudos :)
[XPERIA X10 General] murksyourheroes:
Any help on why my phone keeps turning on and off repeatedly? I've taken the battery out, tried to use the Sony update service, etc. and my phone is completely useless now after following every step as meticulously as possible.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Have you tried flashing with flash tool again? I'd use a fresh download of the ftf firmware.
[XPERIA X10 General] murksyourheroes:
Thanks for the help, seriously. I deleted the flasher and x10i generic from my laptop, downloaded them again (the flasher from a different source), followed all the instructions again, and the same thing keeps happening. I have a feeling my phone is trashed. Should have gotten an iPhone....
[XPERIA X10 General] xdadevelopers1222:
You might want to try going back to the stock AT&T 1.6 (http://www.megaupload.com/?d=75B84QCX). Use that as a stability test. If your phone works fine at that point, then you can pretty much rule out the hardware as being the problem.

Then re-do the 2.1 upgrade again (re-download both the Sony Ericsson world generic 2.1 for

X10A

(http://www.multiupload.com/9H20YEXEHR) and FlashTool (http://www.multiupload.com/7H4JT35B6G)). If your phone can boot up at that point, and you can set the basics up, don't perform any optimizations yet so that you can test stock 2.1.

Lots of people have done the 2.1 upgrade using the guide posted here with zero problems. I'm one of those. The upgrade went through relatively quickly for me, my AT&T APN settings automatically took care of themselves, I rooted the phone via FlashTool, I did the JIT optimization, installed Google Voice Search, installed Root Explorer and removed unwanted apps, edited my build.prop file to change some minor settings, installed launchers for Google's Gallery 3D and Music just as an alternative to Mediascape, and added the Sysctl Config, AutoKiller Memory, and Autorun Manager optimization apps. My phone runs very smooth and I have great battery life.
[XPERIA X10 General] newbiechris:
I am new to forums and created this profile to say thanks and share my experience.

This is perfect! The update is absolutely flawless. I'm a 29 year old guy with basic computer skills and without this newbie guide I would have never done this. I was getting confused with other posts. Too much about sin files and baseband things. I didn't need anything but the flashtool and the firmware file. I can't thank agentJBM enough for this guide.

I had an xperia x10 from AT&T, and I have windows xp sp3. When i downloaded the flashtool it put everything all over my desktop instead of in one folder, that didn't matter it still worked. My phone works 100% perfectly and then some. I think it's faster, I swear the camera is better. Some things are bigger and easier to see/touch. My apn settings were available to download in the settings under "sony ericsson". I didn't root or anything else the phone is wonderful as is. I definitely recommend using this guide.

Two things that will bug you: The first time you turn it on you'll get a camera icon with a flashing blue arrow. Ignore it, it will boot up in a minute or two. Also, in the app market you won't see all the new apps you expected to. press menu, settings and theres a content filter you need to turn off. OH, the dual touch is included with the firmware, it's perfect. No glitches no nothing. It works with every random app and game i've tried yet. The new browser, maps, all new updated versions and dualtouch.

I'm on my way out the door right now, but thanks again this is just wonderful

5/29/2001: two weeks later, been meaning to do a follow up, still working great, fixed a battery issue.

I noticed the battery died really quickly especially when on wifi so after a lot of searching i fixed it, i don't know how but heres what i did: there was an app called google talk and its settings were signed in and receiving notifications. I unchecked notifications, unchecked automatically sign in, and signed out. Then i let the battery die to like 5%, charged it up to 100%, and rebooted it. I read some stupid thing about putting it into airplane mode for a few seconds and then back, but i don't think that helped.

So the battery life is good for me and I haven't had any other problems, not a single issue. It's midnight but I'm still pretty happy about this, I could go into a long review of the phone, it looks the same, but it's still a totally new phone.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
^^^Thanks for your input and welcome to xda.
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
This is one the most clear and concise tututorials on xda... unfortunately, I need to return to ATT 1.6 for warranty reasons. How do I go about doing that? Does anyone have an ATT 1.6 ftf file to use in the 2.9 flashtool? Thanks in advance.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
If you are rooted you can use the root explorer method in the fourth post above.

Here's a thread for original operators firmware for flash tool. I believe these will be SIN files, so you will need to "create ftf bundle" with Flash Tool found in options....

http://xdaforums.com/archive/index.php/t-872298.html
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
Thanks for the reply. Yes I am rooted and have root explorer but I am not familiar with the method used. I downloaded the file att 1.6 and there are 2 sin files in it. I don't know what to do with .sin files.

I've read the thread on the link you posted but I am unable to find my device ID through any of the methods listed in the tutorial.

How do yuo create an .ftf file from .sin files? Thanks
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Root Explorer is pretty simple method.

To create bundle with flash tool look in the drop down boxes in the toolbar at the top of the flash tool for "create bundle". Then select the sin files.
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
How do you use the root explorer method or what is the procedure? Gotta link? I have only used the flashtool. Thanks for the help.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Restoring back to AT&T 1.6 Branded 1237-4604 Firmware with Root Explorer:

Make sure you run a backup first as this will wipe data. You need the app Root Explorer set to write permissions R/W (at top of the screen) then go into system/build.prop file and long press on build.prop file and open in text editor. Then change the SI number from 1234 - 4820 back to 1237-4604 in every place you find it. I think it appears 2 maybe 3 times. Then save and close. REBOOT! Then run repair software via SEUS or PC Companion. *If you have run SEUS or PC Companion since you updated to 2.1, you need delete the contents inside the folder "db" found inside the update service program wherever it is saved on your computer. **It will say that you have the latest software, but REPAIR ANYWAY! Reboot, setup, reinstall your Backup app from market, Restore. DONE!

*Root Explorer costs a couple $, but well worth it. If you have problems finding Root Explorer or do not have a paypal account, send me a PM. I will help you.
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
THANK YOU! I have the paid version of root explorer so no problem. I'll give it a try once my replacement arrives in a couple of days. So this will put back the stock ATT 1.6 or generic 1.6 version?
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
Disregard. I reread your previous post.
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
I changed the Si number in the three places I could find it in the builprop...Unfortunately this does not work for me.:confused: I have done a repair before. I tried with SEUS and PC Companion. I erased contents of the 2 "db" folders and still no luck. Then I uninstalled and reinstalled both SEUS and PC Companion and still a no go. Still says I have the latest software even when I try to repair. Could there be something on my sd card similar to the "db" folder? I also tried to make a ".ftf" file on Flashtool 2.9 but can't figure that out either. Got any other ideas or know how to make an ".ftf" file? Any help getting my phone back to ATT stock 1.6 will be greatly appreciated. Thanks in advance.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
As I said, SEUS will tell you that you have the latest software. Repair Software ANYWAY. Also make sure you REBOOT between editing build.prop and running repair software.

To create ftf bundle with flash tool, look for the option "create bundle" in the drop down boxes in the toolbar. Select the sin files.
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
I did click repair (it does a sftware check) and I get the message "no software software available, please try again later" Same thing with both SEUS and PC Companion I followed your directions to the "T" and even found the tutorial about the builprop and there was another place that you had to change the buildprop in the etc folder but that did not work either.

I tried to create a bundle but when I go the the source file the sin files are not listed:confused: Do you ned to put anything in on the top where it asks for version, model, etc? Is there a way to get the needed files of my replacement phone that has arrived? I need to return my old phone back to stock and return it. I tried everything i could think and everything I can find on xda for over 5 hours and still no luck. I am back at it again this morning. Thanks
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
Also the 1.6 ATT firmware the "original operator's thread" are sin file sets not just .sin files (on the bundle tool only .sin files are visible) what do you do with the sin file set?
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
You have to "unzip" or extract the "sin" files out of the download and save to a location with winrar. They will change to "SIN".
[XPERIA X10 General] BigIslandBoy:
Thank you! Thank you! Making the .ftf files and using Flashtool worked!
[XPERIA X10 General] jrschrock:
The guide was a breeze to get through and so far I'm pleased with the update. Been trying forever to do this with no luck until now...So thanks a lot!!

One question...what exactly is XRecovery used for?
[XPERIA X10 General] drgato:
Great guide

I agree with you, the same thing happened to me. It was so confusing..... and now so clear. Thanks again.

Very pleased with the upgrade, but I now realized I need to install 2.2 or 2.3 if I want to use Adobe Flash.

Ah!, X-Recovery should be to recover your data or your phone in case it freezes.
[XPERIA X10 General] stan.s:
You could just hook the phone up to the new Flashtool 0.2.9.1 or higher and select "ASK ROOT PERMISSIONS" then if your phone is rooted, etc, all the buttons will un-grey and you will be able to select the "Edit system.prop" from 'Advanced' on the Menu Bar.

And while we're on that system.prop topic, here's a suggestion for 2.1 modification to the system.prop file via that method:

# IMPROVE ATT H NETWORK SPEEDS

ro.ril.hep=1

ro.ril.hsxpa=2

ro.ril.gprsclass=10

ro.ril.hsdpa.category=8

ro.ril.hsupa.category=5

# Improve DUALTOUCH RESPONSE and Ensure ALL APK RECOGNIZE

windowsmgr.max_events_per_sec=260

ro.product.multi_touch_enabled=true

ro.product.max_num_touch=2

and maybe this too from shaneaus's captivate thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=732030 :
[XPERIA X10 General] Cruss:
I already had my X10a rooted and upgraded to 2.1.1, but this is a great guide and cleared somethings up for me.

I'm looking forward to phase 3!
[XPERIA X10 General] stan.s:
FWIW: The DEFAULT setting on the new flashtool is to WIPE USER DATA.
[XPERIA X10 General] gabnj:
Easy way to go back to 1.6 is here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=872298&page=13 I did that and was easy to do so..

Just go into the flash folder and remove the firmware file that is in there already and add the new downloaded att firmware files into the flash firmware folder and flash it..
[XPERIA X10 General] stan.s:
You can have many firmware files in the folder. You highlight the one you want. I can't do the link from my phone but there is a old thread on decryption of firmware and someone posted a link to the unencrypted att 1.6 firmware. The flashtool can decrypt it and repack it to install. You Don't Want the firmware that says it's decrypted because the poster modded it and it has problems.

If someone needs the file pm me.
[XPERIA X10 General] gabnj:
The reason I went back to 1.6 is mainly the reception was horrible on top of the lack of battery life.. I had more no service than I had bars… 2.1 is nice and a whole lot better than 1.6.. Unless there is an release the fixes up the reception and battery life I might have to stick it out with 1.6.. Plus I noticed this 2.1 version wont support the 2.3 upgrade when Sony releases it.
[XPERIA X10 General] jrschrock:
I'm not allowed to open build.prop in text editor. Says it's a "read-only" file. Can I still downgrade back to 1.6 so I can get a new phone? Never mind, found solution
[XPERIA X10 General] jrschrock:
I'm not being given the option to 'repair anyway' when using update service. It's simply telling me I have the latest software and only has an 'exit' option for me to click. Any suggestions?
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
What do you mean this won't support 2.3 update? This is global generic unbranded.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Use flash tool and link posted by gabnj from above.
[XPERIA X10 General] Shaolin Style:
Tutorial worked like a charm, but....

got this to work, but it was a bittersweet victory for me.

when i saw this would make the phone "unbranded" i assumed it would bypass the SIM Lock so I could use this phone on T-mobile. I went through all the steps, then when the phone booted up (with my tmobile sim in it) i got the Sim Unlock Code screen again. ffffffffffuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuuu--

I hit cancel, and its the setup screen! I thought all was well, went through the setup process and everything. I can use the phone, get on the internet via wi-fi, use apps, etc. but I cant make calls, send texts, or use mobile data because it said my sim isnt registered for tmobile's network. So as of now, I have a pretty fancy mp3 player/camera.

is there anyway I might have gotten something wrong along the way and it SHOULD be recognizing my SIM card for use on T-Mobile? Or do I still have to continue my seemingly impossible task of getting an unlock code for this joint?
[XPERIA X10 General] schnirf:
This has worked beautifully for me. Updating to 2.1 has solved many of the problems that i have been having. However, since i have done this, i can no longer view videos from the internet. Youtube video works fine. But any other video links from any website will not work in either the stock video player or even the real player app that i have. The video will load, the first screen shot of the video will show, and you can hear all of the audio. However the actual video on the screen will not play past the first screen. Someone please help me, this is very annoying as this has worked before updating the phone.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
2.1 doesn't have Flash Player. For that you need 2.2+. Are you sure it was working on 1.6?
[XPERIA X10 General] gabnj:
Someone posted in a thread that you need baseband 2.1.6 to upgrade to 2.3

EDIT: Here's where I saw this

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=779091&page=31
[XPERIA X10 General] schnirf:
Im not talking about flash, fully aware that i do not have flash on either my current 2.1 or my previous 1.6. Yes it was working on my 1.6. Some video links will open up the video player, or even the realplayer app i have to play the video. This worked great before, and now it trys to work, but i can hear sound and no video.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
Every firmware update has its own baseband, so our baseband will also be updated when the official gingerbread update comes. Nobody has baseband 2.1.6 yet.

No worries, we will get the official updates. However, there is some talk that you will have to unroot before updating. Personally, I will be using the flash tool to flash a fresh copy of the stock X10a global generic 2.1.A.0.435 ftf firmware before running SEUS to update when available.
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
It may be the browser and certain html files. Try a third party browser like dolphin or skyfire.

Otherwise, try running repair software via SEUS or PC Companion.
[XPERIA X10 General] newbiechris:
I haven't tried an internet video with the browser because i automatically downloaded Dolphin HD browser its awesome, and the same videos still open.
[XPERIA X10 General] CA. BOY:
I did this, but the flash won't work with the camera.

Is there any way to fix that !!!?
[XPERIA X10 General] agentJBM:
The stock X10 camera does not have flash. Use viginette app from the market.
[XPERIA X10 General] om23:
3G/4G

I was one of the fortunate ones to get the 'H'- the bridge between 3G and true 4G LTE. I conducted a speed test and the speeds on 4G (same as 3.5G) are actually lower than the speeds I used to have on 3G. Not only does the speed test prove that, I have also seen web pages load slower than usual. I mainly use Wi-Fi so it's not that big of a deal- yet it still is.

Here are my results: Ping 150 ms ; download: 163kbps ; upload: 345kbps.

When I was using 3G on android 1.6 my ping was around 33ms, download was around 1 mbps and I don't remember what my upload speed was.

IGNORE THIS!!! i know its not related to this at all, sorry...........