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[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] joaonds:
Please, one question about unlock boot and PC Companion:

I read somewhere that when unlock the bootloader, the PCC no longer recognizes the Xperia S to update. Correct?

I unlocked my Xperia S, I make root, everything ok.

However, when connecting the PCC, he recognized and even searched for update!

Okay this? He not should ignore my phone? See image down :

Im using fimrware 0.73 Norway Generic (I'll put another firmware today still, Central Europe Generic with root)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hesamodin:
i cant unlock my phone bootloader.

i do this

fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version

then

fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xCC4BFB52492D5661

then this problem appear

requested

FAILED (remote: oem unlock failed

whats the problem ???

please
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] woutur:
I cannot get my Xperia P to boot into fastboot. With the phone turned off, I press the volume up button, then connect the phone via USB. I release the volume button and all I get is the SONY logo and the phone starts charging. Where does it all go wrong?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] lal pradeep:
This problem was found on my Xperia s also but I solved it by manually installing the device drivers from flashtool installed directory for eg,c/flashtool/drivers/xxxxxdrivers.exe

Install that exe file and select all the drivers during installation:-)

Also before trying the above step try to shut down phone by the method of pressing hardkeys for Xperia s by holding power button + volume up for 15 secs the phone vibrates thrice then try connecting in fastboot mode also do this after doing above step(because I did that way only)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hesamodin:
no one answer this question??
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] avindal:
Have you checked that the bootloader *is* unlockable by following the instructions on http://unlockbootloader.sonymobile.com/instructions ?

1. First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your phone by checking the service menu. In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.

2. In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] unreal3000:
hey doomlord!

i wanted 2 know if u would have enough time to make a custom kernel for the xperia u? also, if u manage to overclock any one device(u,p,sola) u would be able oc all of them as they use the same chipset....also this is a problem with all 2012 xperia phones line-up...if using USB OTG, if a device consumes too much power when it is just plugged in, it is blocked and u are requested to unplug it ....im guessing u could remove it by editing the OTG drivers from the kernel...this is a problem on the xperia s also so i think it would be easier for u to try out,,, for oc i think we would need a dev who actualy has the phone for testing...tks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
i just joined IIM-A for MBA program :) so really busy with course work/etc...

wont have time to take up work on newer devices...

sorry mate
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] unreal3000:
k chill! tks anyway! u will need the time :P
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] enigma77x:
hi DooMLoRD,

i have created relock bootloader for Xperia U

http://tiny.cc/ST25i_Relock_Bootloader

it's working :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] XperiaLover:
Would appreciate someone to answer this please, as I am intending to relock BL and update from SE, would be possible? what Kernal to flash beside the original firmware?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
great i will add link to ur post from OP...

thanks!

yes its possible...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Gibri:
Good afternoon friends!

I'm from Portugal, have an xperia s blocked to TMN, so maybe you can not enter the fast boot at all, just getting in charge mode.

When inserting the code * # * # 7378423 # * # * in Rooting Status, it says "no."

How can I overcome these two obstacles, someone can help me please?!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hlcm151:
could you creat relock bootloader file for XPERIA SOLA please ?

thanks
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] krabappel2548:
here it is: Dropbox link
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ghepard:
HI

Hi, i have a question, if my xperia S is locked to a carrier, will it be possible to use with other operator if I unlock the bootloader?

Thanks!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] pel.89:
Afaik most phones locked to a carrier come with a locked bootloader.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] vishnu:
[I'm not sure if this is the relevant thread, apologies if not.]

Is someone developing a pre-rooted Kernel for the Xperia U? DooMLoRD has already released one for Xperia P. It would be awesome if we could have one too :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] krabappel2548:
it's not the relevant thread :p you need to post it in general I think :)

If I knew how to do it I would make one, but I never made a kernel...

So I'll just stay with getting my rom to a fully working first version :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ghepard:
I have verified the bootloader from the service menu and it says : allowed to unlock, so do you think after flashing a custom firmware it will carrier unlock?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Pacjonek:
Does when ICS will be relased, will be possible root WITHOUT unlock bootloader how Neo V, Arc S etc by uploading a lower kernel from 4.0.3 then flash 4.0.4 how here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=26805796 ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
atleast let ICS be available :p
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Pacjonek:
Is it not the same could be done by root for 2.3?

Flash the kernel from Neo V where possible to root and then return to the kernel Xperia S?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kobolt99:
If Bootloader unlock allowed says NO, is that bad news for the future?

I mean, when the ICS is released will it be possible to root?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
sort of...

with unlockable bootloader u can ALWAYS have root, u dont need to wait for any exploit...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] firebird112:
nice guide :) now waiting for sony official ICS :D
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Spectre51:
Can this be done on the Mac? I didn't see any posts about it successfully working in Mac OS X
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Chxrlyglez:
And what about custom roms with NOT unlockable bootloader ?

Or maybe an unofficially way to unlock bootloader?

Enviado desde mi smartphone!

Gracias por todo
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] rucckiy:
Hi! Tell how to restore the NCK counter? There is an unblocking code, but the number of attempts isn't present!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] XDA_Bruno:
Fastboot fail

I have the Xperia U

i press the volume down button and plug in the usb cable

but the fastboot mode only stay for a second then it go to charging mode.

I don't even have time to install the driver
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] sebastien207:
You must open your file manager, before you connect in mod fastboot, once the manager is open you do volume up and you plug the USB. Of S1 boot appears that you do is right quickly clim
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kyrathy:
I got some problem in fastboot mode.

My phone is sola.

when i press volume up key and plug the use cable.

My computer's device manager appear "S1 boot xxx".And I quicklly press that and install the drive that dodwnload from the page.

then I open the terminal window and type "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version"

then appear the following message.

"< waiting for device >"

maybe I do something wrong???

My computer os is win 7 x64.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] SnowOokami:
windows 7 refuses to install the usb drivers... any ideas?:confused:

fixed it with the arc drivers!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] vishnu:
Open up 'Device Manager' [Right Click on My Computer -> Properties -> Device Manager], and then connect your phone in the Fast Boot Mode to your PC [pressing the Volume Up button while switched off]. As soon as the phone is connected, you will see the new device in the Device Manager by the name of "S1 Semcboot" (or something similar). Right click on it and select Update/Install drivers -> Choose the driver location and then install.

Do not wait for Windows to auto-install the driver because there is no option to manually search for Drivers.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] SnowOokami:
thanks, but windows 7 just didn't recognize the XS drivers.. the Arc drivers worked just fine :confused:

anyway, I flashed the .75 CE1 prerooted system.img because I couldn't flash the .75 CE1 firmware... flashtool asked me to boot to flashmode, so I did.. but it gave an error and didn't flash anything.

Any idea why I couldn't flash the ftf file? flashing the prerooted img worked just fine.

The error ain't specified...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Spectre51:
Wrong thread sorry
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] gr3yh0und:
Android Drivers

Can't Install drivers for the FastBoot. I'm using Windows 7 64bit

The alternative download file was broken btw.

When I'm installing via Device Manager said that is the wrong drivers

Somewhat hard to install because I only got 5 secs to update drivers and after that the hardware is gone to charging mode.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Technoboi:
I am having the same problem.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] shmoejoe:
Use the arc drivers, its mentioned several times in this thread that win7 x64 needs the arc drivers.

Edit: didn't see the part about the broken link :-P but once its back up those should work just fine.

Edit2: use this link in the meantime. I uploaded it onto mediafire awhile ago, and it appears my link is still active:

http://www.mediafire.com/?2fxtdec2fxacux1
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] KeiranFTW:
This works on Three UK Xperia U?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] nickholtus:
you have the phone keiran??

phone is sim-locked to 3 uk??
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] KeiranFTW:
No, I don't, but in the UK its only available on 3 UK at the moment :/

Need to save up too :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hesamodin:
hi

i check this code

*#*#7379423#*#*

bootloader unlock allowed:no

what should i do??

no way to unlock ???

please help
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Pezo:
Not at the moment, but you will most likely be able to root with locked bootloader on ICS.

Sent from the Delta Quadrant using a transwarp conduit.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] readbmr:
confused newbie !! help please

Hi and just asking a dumb question as im new, but basically i want to Root my sony x s and its already unlocked, so does that mean i dont need to unlock the bootloader? and can i just go ahead and root the phone ? also are there any easy one click roots out yet or can somebody point me in the rite direction of rooting the sony x s please, hope to get some help and apologies if posted on wrong forum page, regards from Brian
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Spectre51:
No one click methods. If you haven't unlocked the bootloader you need to do that. Sum unlocked is different than bootloader unlocked.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] hesamodin:
i wana install custom rom and kernel what should i do
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] soybi:
hi..! im planning on getting XPS as my next phone, my previous phone is xperia neo v, just want to clear up my mind about unlocking bootloader of NXT series,

so no more testpoint method in these phones anymore?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] m3nster:
oem unlock failed

I just got my Xperia P, tried to install drivers, worked as stated before. But i cannot unlock my bootloader. Keep getting the oem unlock failed message. Tried to get a new code from Sony, just getting the same code again.

I do everything with copy/past, so no typos made here. Tried it on a XP machine and a W7x64 machine, both oem unlock failed...

The "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version" answers me just right :) The connection is okay!

The *#*#7379423#*#* states "bootloader unlock allowed: yes" So thats not it, its not branded or anything.

Anybody?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Pacjonek:
I sincerely hope that newset ICS for Xperia S will have any exploit giving root :rolleyes:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] robertsu:
Nice tutorial....
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ElHechicero:
"Bootloader Unlock Allowed" = YES for ALL = root = roms = mods

>>> http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=396318
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] m3nster:
Doing it for several times, still no luck, found out that my IMEI is 15 charcs, so sony only wants the first 14 charcs for the bootloader unlock request, right?

Can dream this now.. (caps or no caps, copy/past or not, all fail)

fastboot -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0X7d7b390739b68876

...

(bootloader) Unlock phone requested

FAILED (remote: oem unlock 0xFFFFFFFFFFFFFFFF)

finished. total time: 0.006s
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] m3nster:
Fixed! The last X before the key in in fastboot -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0X needed to be lowercase.

Strange but true..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Edmarts:
Create a personal relock?

It's possible to create a FTF with firmware I downloaded the "SEUS" and preserve the original bootloader?

If possible, if I do the reflash with the FTF I would back the DRM Keys of the original bootloader?

If none of the above are possible, please can anyone name the specific applications / resources) does not work anymore after losing the DRM keys?

Thankyou everybody!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] RealVishnu14:
S1Boot fastboot not found

Help me with this.? what to do.?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kanchigo:
Damn it. I've just registed with vodaphone Au. Got a new Xperia S. Got sim - free unlock code from them. However my phone still shows: bootloader unlock allowed:no . can anyone please helppppppppppp. Thank you.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] RealVishnu14:
Somebody please help me..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ElHechicero:
http://www.htcmania.com/showthread.php?t=396318
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kanchigo:
Sorry. I don't understand Spanish.:*)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] aerichards1977:
Go to your flashtool folder, then go to the drivers folder. Install the file. This worked for me after hours of playing. This solved the problem where my light would start, and then I would lose fastboot before I got a chance to install the drivers. Hope this helps.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kyrathy:
hi,everybody.

Cause my phone got some problem,So i send it back to sony.But I have unlock the bootloader.So they don't repair my phone.

After I contact the customer service,it seems that the rom cause some problem in my phone.

So does it have any official rom released and can be download??

I know "krabappel2548" have release the rom .But I still want to try the official one.

Maybe any guys can help.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ElHechicero:
Use google translate.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] estuardo4:
Or just a quick translate.

ElHechicero, after a lot of work pushing Sony Ericsson and Movistar at Spain, managed to force Sony to accept and receive their phones to unlock the bootloaders of all Xpedia phones (I guess just the ones sold at Spain), as long as the phones are SIM unlocked and/or contract free.

People with contract cannot unlock their phones, just the contract free phones.

It is a two week process sending the phone to Sony at Spain, but several people over there are getting their phones with an unlocked bootloader made directly by Sony.

This is a great achievement, as this can help people from other countries to force Sony and use Spain as an example.

Hope this helps. And thank you ElHechicero for your time and efforts.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kanchigo:
:(so sad. I'm in the contract.

thank you for your translation
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] dogsly:
Xperia P relock bootloader file

Hi DooMLoRD,

I created relock bootloader file for Xperia P It's working!

Xperia_P_LT22i_Relock_Bootloader_Dogsly.ftf

use without restrictions :cool:
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Porchy12:
Hi all!

I may be a little late to this party, but I was wondering if anyone has had any luck unlocking a bootloader on an XS that has been updated to ICS?

(The bootloader that says, 'not allowed')

I did hear about HTC one X(?) not being allowed the bootloader unlock, but apparently there was a way to bypass it?

Anyway, I might be talking rubbish, so please correct me if I am wrong! :)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] LOCKDOC_UA:
Can't unlock bootloader

Guz, do you have any ideas why I get this error?

Drivers are well installed. Blue LED when connected...

SXS 4.0.4...

Edited:

My bad! I inserted wrong UNLOCK code.

Sorry
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] npk21:
.................................

Even i am on the same ship, my phone was locked on o2 career, then i simunlocked it, but bootloader status says "Not allowed" , i have updated it to ICS but still it says not allowed, i hope we can bypass it !!
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] logimen:
Is there any way to unlock bootloader when my phone says bootloader unlock allowed:no?

Maybe in Sony Centre?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] imranaryan:
am planning to buy xperia P/S soon isnt there anyway to unlock bl via S1tool or same like in 2011 Xperia Series..

i have neo v for now and unlocked in same method..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] KeiranFTW:
No, there isn't unfortunately. Best thing to do is buy a unbranded sim free one not from a carrier and from someone like play.co.uk
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] mohanparvatham:
As u said the warranty may differ from country to country.....If we unlocked the bootloader will it void warranty(India)...
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] kyrathy:
Dear

I download this link.but why it show st25i in my flashtool???(http://dl.dropbox.com/u/43081729/Xperia_Sola_MT27i_Relock_Bootloader.ftf)

is it the same with sola(mt27i).or just link error???

please help me.cause I flash the ftf,and then my phone cannot boot.

here is the flashtoll log

27/058/2012 12:58:39 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Selected Xperia_Sola_MT27i_Relock_Bootloader.ftf

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Opening device for R/W

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Reading device information

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Phone ready for flashmode operations.

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Start Flashing

27/058/2012 12:58:55 - INFO - Flashing loader

27/058/2012 12:58:56 - INFO - Loader : S1_Root_3065 - Version : R5E003 / Bootloader status : ROOTED

27/058/2012 12:58:56 - INFO - Ending flash session

27/058/2012 12:58:56 - INFO - Flashing finished.

27/058/2012 12:58:56 - INFO - Please wait. Phone will reboot

27/058/2012 12:58:56 - INFO - For flashtool, Unknown Sources and Debugging must be checked in phone settings

27/058/2012 12:58:57 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] KeiranFTW:
Thats the wrong one for your phone afaik, flash a stock FTF and your phone may boot again... but you may have just bricked it..
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] peremeci:
Can't Re-lock

Hello all;

I'm tring to re-lock my Xperia-U...

I'm maked all thing for flash .ftf file... But Flash only hold with message;

27/036/2012 21:36:32 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized

27/036/2012 21:36:32 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.8.0.0 built on 2012-05-27 21:57:12

27/036/2012 21:36:32 - INFO - You can drag and drop ftf files here to start flashing them

27/036/2012 21:36:38 - INFO - Device disconnected

27/036/2012 21:36:41 - INFO - Selected Xperia_U_ST25i_Relock_Bootloader.ftf

27/036/2012 21:36:54 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode

And than nothing happen? few minutes later phone reboot but still unlocked? Infact Flashtool is not continue after this "Device connected.." message?

Anybody have an idea_?

Regards

---------- Post added at 08:15 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:44 PM ----------

I think i have solve Flastool problem so my phone is say" Bootloader Unlock Allowed: Yes"...

But i can't still update to 6.0.B.3.162 ?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] woutur:
Any news on an FTF for the Xperia P? I've unlocked my bootloader and with the upcoming (I hope) ICS for the P, I'd like to flash it the official way.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] LastSoul88:
tnx jozinek... i think doomlord is quite busy.. thats why there is still no relock bootloader for p and sola... hope you can make more mod for sola... :-)
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] woutur:
I've only unlocked my bootloader, without changing anything else. Now, with upcoming firmwares on the way, I'd like to re-lock my phone. I just wouldn't want to reinstall all stuff (contacts, apps, settings, bookmarks etc.) again.

If I flash this file, will I need to re-install the default ROM again?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] number08:
for me says dont alow unlock

what can i to do?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] ilmanu:
hi, i try to unlock my xperia u, when i connect the phone with volume up i see it on device manager but after 2 sec. disappears and on phone appear sony logo and after battery logo.... any idea? :confused: :confused: win64 sp1
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] number08:
i thnik you cant unlock(dont alow) like me

First, you should confirm that it is possible to unlock the boot loader of your phone by checking the service menu. In your phone, open the dialler and enter *#*#7378423#*#* to access the service menu.

In your phone, tap Service info > Configuration > Rooting Status. If Bootloader unlock allowed says Yes, then you can continue with the next step. If it says No, or if the status is missing, your device cannot be unlocked.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Frick_:
I can't install usb_driver and I haven't "Android Interface" or "S1 bootloader" in Device manager. Seems like Windows failed first installation when i pressed Volum UP + usb cable.

How can I fix? Remove wrong installation?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Rene_ajax:
Hahahahha I spent 16 hours tog et that sh*t working!

€50 and Ill tell you everything baby:p
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Frick_:
Nice community attitude o_o'
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] vishnu:
Open up 'Device Manager' [Right Click on My Computer -> Properties -> Device Manager], and then connect your phone in the Fast Boot Mode to your PC [pressing the Volume Up button while switched off]. As soon as the phone is connected, you will see the new device in the Device Manager by the name of "S1 Semcboot" (or something similar). Right click on it and select Update/Install drivers -> Choose the driver location and then install.

Do not wait for Windows to auto-install the driver because there is no option to manually search for Drivers.

- Sent from a parallel universe -
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] siapakahaku:
is there any relock file for sola?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] frost.:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1740243
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Czorny:
Read the whole thread, did this 10 times - no go. I have Sony Xperia P with the good old "disappearing device" story. Can't seem to install drivers at all. Windows installs it, says, that everything went OK, but next time I connect my phone, it shows me again that stupid "S1 Boot Fastboot" thing.

Looks to me something was previously installed and somehow can't be deleted. Any ideas how to fix this?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] malimal:
Mine will boot to s1boot fast boot for a couple seconds and then becomes a SEMC HSUSB device. i then don't have the option to install the driver in device manager.
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Rashkae:
Yup, that's what I see too
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Rashkae:
Update: Ok, so when I have my device manager open, for the few seconds where the notification light is blue, I can see a "S1 Fastboot device" with a missing driver label in the device manager. However, after pointing at the usb_drivers folder, it says "Windows cannot find a driver for your device".
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] Rashkae:
@Doomlord: Did you maybe have any other drivers/SDK previously installed that would work for the Xperia S fastboot?
[Sony Xperia S, Acro S, Ion] DooMLoRD:
the correct drivers are already provided...

search online on how to manually install drivers in windows...