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[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] ThilinaC:
This thread should be sticked at least till we get a new fw from Sony I think,now with search too not working(temporary I hope).
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] icetubig21:
Thanks for tut!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] fr3quency:
Hello. I followed the steps, and I installed superuser via recovery, but now when I select reboot system, it gets me to the recovery. I used the flash method and not the hotboot one.

I did

"fastboot flash recoveryNeo.img"

Edit: I have unlocked my bootloader. And I got a Neo V.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Don't worry, just flash some other kernel, that kernel(recoveryNeo.img) is made just for CWM. That's why I wrote in first post that kernel is used for hotboot not for flash. ;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] fr3quency:
Thanks for the quick reply! Where can I find a kernel just to boot into the phone? :) Can you provide any link, because when it comes to SE, im a noob. :P Im used to other phones. Hehe :x

Edit: I cannot boot into fastboot by holding the menu button and plugging in the usb. It boots into Recovery only. :S Any way to find a .zip kernel?

Edit 2: Can I just flash CM9? Or will I hardbrick?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Get stock .431 kernel from here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=26798415&postcount=141, open that .ftf with zip,rar or 7zip, and extract kernel.sin

and flash it with: fastboot flash boot kernel.sin

There is no recovery zip for kernel.

Restart your PC, re-insert battery in phone and try again. Menu key+cable, report what happens, does blue LED turn on?

Even for CM9 you still need to flash kernel, so let's first bring your phone to operating state, then you look for other things :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] fr3quency:
Ok i flashed a kernel which i found under the development section. Now how do I get into recovery? :P Im used to samsung phones.

Edit: Seriously, this kernel doesnt boot into recovery. It's so frustrating. I do adb reboot recovery but nothing. I tried to hotboot the kernel you provided, and then I tried to install CM9 from the Freexperia thread, but I get error status 7 or something. What's wrong with SE phones? :S
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
To enter recovery: keep pressing back button or volume- button.

Status 7 is when you used rom which is for neo, not neo v right? :)

It's nothing wrong with SE phones, they are just different than samsung, in some things, but still, if you use right files, there will be no problem.

Since you have no intention to stay on root-ed stock rom, but instead go to custom rom, we are a bit off topic in here, so you will get better answers if you continue discussion in the thread of rom you are trying to install ;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] ankurmulye:
which 4.1.A.0.562 kernel file shuld i use for neo for root.My neo is on 4.1.B.0.431.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
The one which is written in instructions maybe? Read them carefully.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] ankurmulye:
thnks got it now
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] QuaQuaRaQuaQua:
I had Link2SD installed when the phone was on GB. Now it's upgraded to ICS and (suprise suprise) it's not rooted anymore.

I just wanna root the stock ROM so Link2SD may get root-access, and the apps from the SD-card back.

The phone is a "si 1246 - 9898"

Kernel: 2.6.39-perf BuildUser@BuildHost #1

Build number: 4.1.B.0.431

*#*#7378423#*#* -> Service info -> Configuration -> under "Rooting status": Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes

I thought i was doing what the first posts was explaining, but surely i'm doing something wrong, because after 12 hours the phone is still not rooted.

(This is just embarrassing)

Can someone please give me the really-noob version on how to root the phone??

(HD2 root = no problem, X10 mini root = easy, SGS3 root = easy, NEO GB root = easy, NEO ICS root = No way in hell) :o

Thank you :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
I don't know how you upgraded to ics, seus, pcc or flashtool, but if you used flashtool you were doing clean flash so it's not so surprise that root is gone. Also seus have option to wipe phone so its also not surprise.

Anw, you didn't say if your bl is unlocked, but by your words I will assume that its locked. So follow instructions from post linked in first post, instructions for locked bootloader.

If you fail, post your exact steps, so we can see which part you are doing wrong.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] QuaQuaRaQuaQua:
Phone was upgraded with PCC..

I have tried both the BL locked and BL unlocked version with no luck..

I read somewhere that if *#*#7378423#*#* -> Service info -> Configuration -> under "Rooting status": Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes, then the BL is unlocked...

But, anyhow, my Logitech USB cable has been rooting all my other phones for a couple of years now, and i think it's worn out..

I tried another cable and: SUCCESS :-)

Used the Locked_BL_way with another cable (also Logitech btw) and now the phone is rooted again..

Thank you for trying to help out :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
No, it only means that your BL is unlikable, if it says no, then you need to sim-unlock(by that you unlock only fastboot) your phone and then deal with bootloader.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Rh31n:
Hello. Noob here. I have some problem with rooting my NEO (non V).

I already follow the instruction step by step carefully, and I've got ICS rooted.

Now the problem is my contacts. It seems I can't restore my contacts nor make a new one. Everytime I try to restore, the phone said contacts imported, but the screen only shows no contacts. I think I screwed my backup, so I try make a new one. Same pattern, the phone said contacts saved, but the screen only shows no contacts. But when I'm on stock 4.0.4, the import contacts works normally.

Anyone can help me with this kind of problem?

Some pinpoint, maybe for reference. On the step 2 ( the instructions to flash NEO V 4.0.3 Kernel). I managed to flash it, but when I boot up the phone, there is always some kind of pop-up, which is said something like this "sorry android.process.com can't work (or start, sorry i forgot) properly". The pop-up always out when my sim card available. When I switch to the Airplane mode, the pop-up doesn't appear.

Is that kind of thing is normal?

So for the time being I stuck at stock 4.0.4.

Sorry for my bad english and hopefully someone can solve my problem. Thank you.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Yes those errors are normal in this case.

Go in contacts app and go to settings or only press menu key, and try finding something like visible contacts or contacts to show/display or something like that.

I'm not on stock so I can't tell you exact instructions, sorry.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Rh31n:
That was a good advice. I try to search it on setting tab, but no avail. I never thought it was hidden under filter tab. Now I can play around with my Neo. :good:

Thank you very much. ;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] chowei:
Please help me here,im a noob

---------- Post added at 12:47 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:39 PM ----------

Help, i have a unlocked booter here but im a noob and i dont understand what you are trying to say. What are hotboot and the other things?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
For start please don't quote entire large posts just to ask something!

And second, I think instructions are pretty simple and understandable, so telling that you don't understand what I'm saying is uselles, rather say exactly which part you don't understand, so maybe someone will be able to help you.

Also, before continuing, read sticky threads in dev section.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] gravtec:
Go to contact, push menu button, filter, display contact, phone contact and tick all contact... Done... Your contact will display... Tq to madfysh...
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] seumina:
are there any easy way to root xperia neo v phone. My phone lockedbootloader.

to use flash tool is complicated. And iam afraid flashin difrent kernel.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
No.

It can't be more simpler.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] LiMuCh:
thanks
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
There is a button for those kind of posts.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] goldenrockers1:
Kernal for unlocked bootloader link was not working -Help me to root my Neo V

I have Neo v with unlocked bootloader with ICS 4.0.4 (4.1.B.0.431). Please let me know the rooting procedure

In this post (http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1678690) the kernal for unlocked bootloader link was not working.

---------- Post added at 03:48 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:44 PM ----------

The link for Kernal for unlocked bootloader was not working. Please re-upload the it again.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
@goldenrockers1: PLEASE don't quote entire (big) posts.

And all links working fine, even the one with kernel for hotboot on unlocked BL, I just downloaded it.

If you have problem with 4shared here is original link on deposit files: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1183465
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] MikuSE610:
Can someone help me, I don't know whether my BL is locked or not.

Rooting status:

Bootloader unlock allowed: Yes.

I also searched but I cant find a thread referring to a bootloader status. TIA
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
You got that phone brand new or from someone? If it was new then its locked.

Identify it with s1tool, though I'm not sure how s1tool shows officially unlocked bl's.

Best way is to try flashing custom kernel.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Samak:
dont worry its official kernel... ur phone will not brick.. just follow the instructions...... :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] goldenrockers1:
Your mobile bootloader still locked. You have to unlock with fast boot. PM your mobile model and OS version. I will let you know how to proceed
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] AltairFriend:
Thanks :good:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
You're welcome. And since you are new one in XDA, here we have button to replace thanks(and variations) posts. That way you show appreciation while keeping forums clean ;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] zimmicz:
Hi guys,

i'm running neo v with 4.1.B.0.431 official sony update and i'd like to downgrade to GB. I'm new to Android and haven't been lucky finding a guide I would be able to follow. Is there a way (I know about voiding warranty) to downgrade? I suppose flashtool is needed, but don't know what else. Any help appreciated.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Flashtool and .ftf file: xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=24983670&postcount=246

Have in mind that .62 can't be rooted on locked bl, however you can flash .42, root it, then do OTA update. So if you need .42 get it from same thread I linked, among first few posts.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] zimmicz:
Thanks Madfysh, I succesfully reverted to GB! I also rooted my phone and then restored the factory settings. Is it gonna stay rooted, or do I have to do it again?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] anti-xda:
Nice very helpful .. thanks !!
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
Hi all. I want to root my xperia neo mantaining boot loader locked.

Let me know if order of operations is exactly:

--> I need to download and install on my PC flashtool (beginning of thread)

--> I must follow steps on the root--> how(for locked bootloaders) at the begin of this thread

--> then I can install CWM following CWM paragraph at the begin of this thread.

Is this correct? I have android 4.0.4 stock version, 4.1.B.0.431 build, 2.6.32.9-perf kernel version.

After this how can I optimize speed of my Xperia Neo??

Thanks all for collaboration,

Fabrizio
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
That is correct.

And about optimization, read some threads around here, mainly remove bloatware, apps that you don't use..

There is even thread in Neo and Arc section which explain what app is for what, search it.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
Ok. I'm downloading flashtool from this link: http://androxyde.github.com/Flashtool/

Then I only must install on my pc or there are other operations that I must do?

I read instructions here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=920746 and I understand that I must only double click on the exe file...

Is this??

Thanks again for collaboration,

Fabrizio
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Install drivers from drivers folder(inside flashtool, after you install it), if you don't have them installed already, like from PC Companion.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
I have already installed pc companion on my pc, and I have already updated device to 4.0.4 sony version
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
Hi all. I'm trying to root my Xperia Neo leaving bootloader locked.

I have downloaded flashtool toolbox and it is ok.

Now these are instructions:

1)Flash 4.0.4(4.1.B.0.431) ICS and boot phone (links are in post#1)

2)Flash kernel from 4.0.3(4.1.A.0.562) ICS and boot phone. Flash only kernel, don't wipe anything!

Point 1: I have already android 4.0.4 because I have updated my device using pc companion; so I go on.

Point 2: I have downloaded kernel version, but file is ftf extension (MT11i_4.1.A.0.562_kernel.ftf). From flashtool I press flash button and then I choose flash mode. If I want to flash a kernel extension supported is only .sin. So, I must change file extension to my file, from ftf to sin??

Or I must choose fastboot mode and then?? What are operations I must do??

Thanks all for collaboration and sorry for my bad english.

Fabrizio
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
After you select flash mode ft will ask you where is that .ftf, you can put it in firmware folder.

If I wanted you to extract something or convert, I would say it ;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
I have finished now!!!

I have rooted my device!!!

I move ftf file in the firmware folder, followed all instructions and now it is ok!!!!

Thank all for this fantastic tool and for support you gave me!!!!

Fabrizio

P.S.: now how can I check if bootloader is still locked???
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
If you never unlock it then it's locked :)

You can try identify it with s1tool, small r unlocked, big R locked.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
Another little question....

Is there an application that give me possibility to uninstall all the applications also disactived one?

And there is also an application or a tool that can improve speed of my device??

Thanks again for your patience,

Fabrizio
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] BombayBoy:
Try Titanium Backup or System Cleanup.

For speed, I don't know.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Titanium backup for uninstalling.

It will speed up a bit after you remove some bloatware.

And if you want more, browse a bit trough forum. You can also check supercharger, its here in apps section.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] lilliput222:
my SL No. is 1247-8405 .... what version should i download and install from list on 1st Page
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] dellipri:
It depends from your kernel... check out in your device under system info....

Fabrizio
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
It

doesn't matter which SI you have. I don't know for which region is that without CDF number, but even then, it won't make difference for my advice. Use whatever you want. I suggest nordic, but again it doesn't matter which CDF you have now, if there is no update for it.

If you want, save your CDF number so you can go back to original rom if you want. How to do it, check on link in first post.

Erm, what? Has absolutely no dependencies on kernel :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] yuvarajkarthick3:
I installed ics 4.04. is there any way to restore all my old applications from 4.03??? i m having old backup of recovery mode
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] noowb00:
Reboot recovery, select "backup & restore" , then "advance restore" and select "data".

Sent from my precious Haida running CM9 ^^
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] XperiaNeoVNoob:
@Madfysh and DooMLoRD, thanks a lot guys...rooted my phone successfully...

Sorry could not hit thanks button...its my first post... :)

Though faced a unique problem..when I restarted after CWM installation...one of my apps on SD card was showing as not found...i again rebooted it...this time it showed another app missing...dont know why it gave that error...Uninstalled that app and re installed it from market..and now it worked perfectly...

Again thanks a lot....
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Kirot:
Quick question, does this work with the mt11a version of the phone?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Process of rooting is same, but I don't have mt11a .ftf. I'm not sure how it will react with mt11i ftf..

Have you updated your mt11a via seus or pcc, are you willing to make .ftf? You or anyone else?

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[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] szamorfe9:
Then if I have unlocked bootloader, and I want to flash CM9 (for example) I've to flsh the apropiate custom kernel and then I'll get root permission?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
This is off topic but 99% of custom kernels are prerooted.

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[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] cellabonez:
in order to root to 4.0.4 i can use the mt11i ftf and i can use the same custom roms for the mt11i as well. :( i am new . sorry if my question is as curious as a virgin but i wanted to try xperia pureness 8.0.1 but i wanrted to be sure if it would work
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Sorry but I don't get your question? What phone you have?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] cellabonez:
i have a sony ericsson xperia neo v do i use the same kernel files in mt11i to root my phone? plz
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] DragonDota:
thx
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
You're welcome, but in future, for those kind of posts, use thanks button!

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[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] max_r:
what is final verification check used for?​

:fingers-crossed::rolleyes:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] marcusasdrubal:
The official 4.1.B.0.587 any news?

I read that many Xperia Owners has already updated to the .0587 and found some bug fixes. Anyone here got it? And I would like to know if someone could upload it in some server.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Don't you think that if someone have it, it would be uploaded by now?

When it becomes available, it will be uploaded. So just wait.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] marcusasdrubal:
Ok ok....

Ok I just asked. And again, I READ (READ!!!!) that many Xperia Neo owners has it. THEY GOT IT. But I guess they don't know how to upload it.....THAT'S WHY I am asking if someone got it. YOU CAN GO in talk sony forum and WILL FIND that AT LEAST THREE USERS GOT IT in their XPERIA NEO.

If after all my explanation you keep trolling like the "MASTER OF THE WISDOM", peharps I should Draw to you.

;)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
First, you said Xperia Owners, not Xperia Neo owners.

Second, if you know someone who got it, why not explaining him/her how to make .ftf and upload it, instead of asking here if someone have it?

Third, yes please, draw it, since I don't see(http://talk.sonymobile.com/thread/41119 or in Neo/V section-last few days) anyone reported that he got that update on Neo.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Pouni:
Seems like the LED notification doesn't work on 4.0.4 too, for me at least... Any workaround ?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Find it in Neo/V dev section.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Pouni:
Thanks, it seems that it has just been updated so it didn't show up on the first pages.

It's a shame this issue hasn't been fixed by Sony yet :(
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] martinusbe:
KA22 is based on .587
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
You can base rom on anything, if you replace correct files.

You can use Arc/S .587 with replaced few files from old Neo/V .431 fw. But that's not the point. As far as I know there is no stock .587 rom for Neo/V.

I would be glad that someone correct me, of course :)
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] oski512:
Hey.

What about MT11i with si 6153?

I really want to overclock this smartphone on 4.B.0.431 rom.

Will you do sth with it?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
1) that's not entire SI number, and even if you post it, I can't do anything with it,

2) overclock has nothing to do with rooting, but with custom kernels,

3) do what?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Ghostfreak NB:
PLS help

I followed the steps as you told ...in flashtool i got root access granted...but then i checked and found that even after following DoomLords procedure i was unable to root my Neo V....
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] reikableu:
How long does Flashing the .562 kernel last? it seemed that mine is stuck at 15% for about 15mins now... should I keep holding the back button? or is it ok that Ilet It go? can I just restart the process and if i do will that brick my phone?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] petulinka1:
You don't have to hold the button, it's neccessary only for connection ;) Than you can let it be...
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] reikableu:
Thanks for the fast reply, I am a little noob with my Neo V I'm used to flashing with Samsung... how long should it stay on 15%?

And, If im already running .431 would i really need to flash .562? can't i just root it directly using DooMLoRD's Rooting Toolkit for Xperia 2011 ICS?
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] cellabonez:
all i have to is flash my mt11a with global ftf and i will be okay to start rooting and stuff?. really trying to get rid of nerves but this is the only part giving me aheadache
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Entire flash process is over in less than 3minutes. And it should NOT stuck on any percentage longer than few seconds.

Flash it again, and if it stuck again, try using usb ports on the back of your pc(if now you are using front one)

And about second question, yes you need to flash 562 KERNEL, that's the point. Do you think we mess with kernel just for fun? :)

You can use 562 mt11i kernel just to flash, but after root you should flash mt11a 431 kernel, as I don't know how will tour phone react with mt11i kernel.

Since you have mt11a are you willing to make entire ftf for it? If you update it to 431 with pcc or seus.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] juanlux86:
iberia FTF??
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] cellabonez:
no i dont know the first step towards a making a custom rom and personally i want to install the xperia pureness rom. i am still running gingerbread rom that came with phone so instead of using the pcc or seus to update can i use the flashtool install both kernel and official firmware for mt11i on my mt11a before doing root proceedure and unlocking bootloader or i should just root and unlock bootloader on gingerbread then do the flash tool; with the mt11i firmware and kernel?:confused:
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Logs logs logs, show us some logs!

How can we solve problem with you just saying I wasn't able..?

Show log from doomlord root toolkit
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] oski512:
Sorry Madfysh for my previous post. I have Neo V with Si number 1254-6153. Which kernel should i choose? I'm from Poland sorry for my bad english.

I really want to use some apps for root users.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
SI doesn't matter. Just use kernels posted in this thread.
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Ghostfreak NB:
question

should i close the flashtool before running DoomLord???? as in that link you gave its written make sure no other adb drivers are running or something similiar to that..........thnx
[Sony Ericsson Xperia Neo, Pro] Madfysh:
Ok, for start, unlocking bootloader is not related with firmware version. You can unlock BL on what ever fw version you are.

Second, if you are willing to update your phone with PCC or SEUS, you can follow this tutorial: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1676304 and make .ftf for A version of MT11.

It's kinda unbelievable that I asked at least 5 users so far with A versions, and not one of them wanted to do it. When they need help they are here, but when you ask something from them, bye bye :)

you just gave yourself an answer.. :)