yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Sony Xperia L] syedammarhaider14:
Hi

Can i Root and unlock bootloader and then install A custom rom without installing Kernel????

I am 1st time android user and Happy XL user :) ....

Just lots of bugs in update .1.14 bought my XL a week ago....
[Sony Xperia L] LaZiODROID:
Yes, but note that some custom roms use custom kernels only. So if you do not want to flash a custom kernel, you will likely have to stick with LockedBootloader-friendly custom roms that are based on stock kernel.
[Sony Xperia L] flameonfzn:
For all those who are having problem with rooting the new 15.3.a.1.14 firmware, try this method_ i have personally tried it, nd it worked for me

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2591290

Hit thanks if i helped
[Sony Xperia L] syedammarhaider14:
can u plz tell in a bit detail i dont really know much about all this :( so didnt get what were u trying to say sorry plz
[Sony Xperia L] kimaves:
yes dude..by unlocking your bootloader you can install custom ROM and kernel also..its your choice if you want to install custom kernel. :)
[Sony Xperia L] syedammarhaider14:
Thanks dude can u plz give me some links for more info? I have my device updated to latest official buggy firmware A.1. 14 update

And can u plz tell what is Cwm and how to get it someone told me that it's good...

It really sucks
[Sony Xperia L] MaDMaT80:
draught modingz

Thanks.....
[Sony Xperia L] LaZiODROID:
I don't have links for you. But the information shouldn't be too hard to find. There are many useful threads in these forums, and I recommend that you read as much as possible to build your knowledge base, but I have seen many times that small pieces (important details) are missing, or important info is mentioned on the 70th page, or the OP's haven't been updated with the most recent discoveries, etc. and some people find themselves stuck half-way through the process of root/recovery/rom install. That said, try not to use threads like this to ask questions that are unrelated (for example, this thread is a guide on how to root the C2104/C2105, and unlock the bootloader.) I think maybe you should have posted a new thread in the Xperia L Question and Answer forum.

I believe the flow should go something like this - but if I am wrong about anything, I hope that someone would please correct me!

1) Unlock the bootloader - This process is explained in the first post of this thread. (Partial root, then unlock bootloader, then full root). You are lucky to have an unlockable bootloader! My L says "Bootloader Unlockable = No". :(

2) Root the phone - It seems that is covered in the first post, but as seen above, flameonfzn (post #212) mentions that some had trouble rooting the latest stock FW (15.3.A.1.14) so maybe you will need to check that out if you did not achieve "full root"?

3) Install recovery. I think the most popular is ClockWorkMod (CWM). I'm not sure what the latest version is... but that should be easy to discover by searching the Xperia L forum to find one that is most recent and try it out. I believe that since you have your bootloader unlocked, you can fastboot flash a recovery (or a kernel that contains the recovery?) My knowledge on Sony fastboot is very limited because I have not been able to do it with my phone. Sorry.

4) Install a custom ROM - This is done in CWM Recovery. I'm sure that every member of the forum would recommend that you do a Backup of your current system in CWM first, before installing a custom ROM. And just before installing the custom ROM in CWM, make sure you do the 4 wipes (Data+Cache, /system wipe, and wipe Dalvik cache).

Below is what I was trying to explain in my previous post, and I will try to be more clear about it. Custom ROMS can be found in the Xperia L Android Development forum. You will notice that some say:

[L/UL] or [locked/unlocked] - This means the rom is ok for phones that are either LOCKED or UNLOCKED bootloader. This is because the ROM is based on the stock kernel, so most people can enjoy it.

[UL] or [UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS ONLY] - This means the rom is for UNLOCKED bootloaders only, because it depends on a custom kernel, which it likely flashes as part of the install process. Locked bootloader people (like me) can't enjoy these roms. Read the post carefully to see if there are special instructions, or a selection of different kernels for you to choose from, etc.

If you are looking in the Xperia L Original Android Devleopment part of the forum, the very first thread explains exactly what "Original" dev is - I suggest you read it!
[Sony Xperia L] syedammarhaider14:
Wow thanx bro for all the help really appreciate it :) thaxn again bro :)
[Sony Xperia L] flameonfzn:
hii, as your method fails to root the new 15.3.a.1.14 firmware, please add this method

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2591290

it'l be a great help for new xperia l users as your thread is the topmost result when anybody searches for "xperia l root"

press thanks if i helped_:)
[Sony Xperia L] shusterpo:
This worked for my C2105 device with 15.3.A.1.14: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2591290
[Sony Xperia L] Pro_SmarT:
Thank for your helps.
[Sony Xperia L] Pyr0_Bl4de:
How to root AOSP 4.4 rom in xperia L

sent from my Pyr0_RaZ0R (C2105)
[Sony Xperia L] gps_ps:
easy root

Has anyone tried Kingo ROOT? I was using it with many devices (xperia x8, asus tf300t, samsung note GT-N8010, xperia L) always successful and in a mater of seconds.

hope someone find that useful!
[Sony Xperia L] dario88:
i have xperia l with last rom stock (15.3.A.114) this guide doesn't work...

:crying:
[Sony Xperia L] b3rsam:
Hi,

I've problem with rooting latest Stock rom, I've flashed C2105_15.3.A.1.14_Generic CE3.ftf on my unlocked phone. but installing SuperSU wouldn't install /bin/su on device ... Any idea?
[Sony Xperia L] swapnil.chari:
help required

Bro i used this method and successfully rooted my phone in first attempt

But i had installed a old stock rom. So i flashed my phone with the latest stock rom

i got through the first part but the second part is the issue

i installed SuperSU but it gives error "there is no su binary installed"

i tried uninstalling and even rebooting and going through the entire first part again. but to no avail

kindly guide
[Sony Xperia L] saket_oo:
+1
[Sony Xperia L] saket_oo:
^^^^^instead of installing from play store just run install.bat in the Xperia root roll kit folder....... This will push su in system
[Sony Xperia L] StenlyAndroidProds:
Nice bro!!

nice bro its verry cool
[Sony Xperia L] Holmes.Sherlock:
Does Motochopper unlock the Bootloader as well?
[Sony Xperia L] Flashing_Expert:
no motochoper is only for root, you can unlock simply via flashtool
[Sony Xperia L] Macmol:
No, it doesn't.

Gesendet von meinem C2105 mit Tapatalk
[Sony Xperia L] weirdAj:
superSU binary problema and cant be installed

Need help here i had finished partial rooting and unlocking bootloader(flashed stock ROM bcoz it was frozen in loading screen) but when i open superSU for final rooting it says something about binary problems and cant install it. im using sony xperia L 4.2.2 ...build 15.3.A1.14 . I kust followed the instructions from this page..
[Sony Xperia L] Holmes.Sherlock:
If you are on Stock ROM and can boot normally, use this method. It simply roots the phone without unlocking the bootloader.
[Sony Xperia L] Klaous.tz:
i think i did the partial root but how do i unroot????, xperia L
[Sony Xperia L] Ghost838:
Hello.. Can you guys teach me how to root Xperia L using Root Master application..??
[Sony Xperia L] dafour:
How about 15.3.A.1.17?
[Sony Xperia L] Macmol:
http://xdaforums.com/xperia-l/general/root-firmware-15-3-1-12-t2591290
[Sony Xperia L] shadowclone:
Im on ftf (15.3.A.1.17) jb 4.1.2, Kernel Vengeance v3, ROM CnTv3 BEFORE i flashed my phone to ftf(1.3.A.0.26) Phantom [Kernel] and SlimKat [ROM]. And before the flashing my phone is rooted and bootloader is unlocked.

My concern is after i flashed to this current ftf, its now UNROOTED. Can you please help me to root back my phone?

Thank you for the response!!:good:
[Sony Xperia L] MetalPriest:
Hi. I followed the instructions step by step. I think I'm finished with Partial Root because exploit was successful but when I try to use BackUp TA it shows the following error:

CHECKIG FOR ROOT...FAIL

Thanks in advance.
[Sony Xperia L] a.cid:
[MENTION=4018158]DeviousFusion[/MENTION] Can this be added to OP? It worked pretty well for me, while the other methods failed.

I have root with locked bootloader.
[Sony Xperia L] MetalPriest:
Help me!!!
[Sony Xperia L] NecROlanD:
Hey!

I am new in xda and root/unlock etc. I ve xperia L with last official stock rom 15.3.A.1.14 i want to install custom roms On xda what must i doğru first. Can anyone help me. I Know There is so many treads about it but my english is NOT enough to what way i must follow.

Pls help me.
[Sony Xperia L] kisten:
Sharing a link

Hey, a just rooted my Xperia L C2104 4.2.2 Jelly Bean 15.3.A.1.17 using the method described in this site:

techglen*dot*com/2014/05/08/how-to-root-xperia-l-c2104-c2105-4-2-2-jelly-bean-15-3-a-1-17-firmware/.

Can't post links since this is my first post, but this can help a friend who is confused with all the scattered information found.

My bootloader was locked, and this method leaves it that way, plus it seems to be a reversible process.

Hope that helps someone.
[Sony Xperia L] NecROlanD:
Ty my friend kisten i am outside now i ll look after in evening
[Sony Xperia L] sujjwal1994@gmail.com:
Part 1 done for root,but problem in part 2 when im opening supersu its saying there is no binary installed wat to do
[Sony Xperia L] sujjwal1994@gmail.com:
Is der any one for help :(
[Sony Xperia L] pravinn:
Thanks You!

Thanks!

Great!!
[Sony Xperia L] BALU_M:
My Xperia L is not bootinf after Unlocking

Frndz...!!

I have tried my xperia L bootlocker unlocking, My phone is not booting now., it it just showing sony>xperia>coloured animation thatz it... i already wait for 1 to 2 hour with colour animation but no result.. so can anyone suggest me how can i resolve this proble.........???
[Sony Xperia L] Hipom:
Use the flashtool to flash a ftf....:)
[Sony Xperia L] BALU_M:
Wifi & NFC are not working in Xperia L AOSP 4.4

Dear Sir,

I have installed AOSP 4.4 through boot recovery install, now wifi, Screen Mirroring and NFC are not working,

So how can i resolve the same... plz give me your suggestion as reply...

Thanks & Regards,

BALU
[Sony Xperia L] MasterQo:
Install stock.
[Sony Xperia L] Hipom:
Install thunderzap 4.6 r2 or phantom kernel and i think wifi will work but the rest i dont no because i dont use...and try first flash stock rom and then flash kit kat rom.....
[Sony Xperia L] Hackner:
THIS, it helped me root mine successfully.

I was getting driver problems.

THANKS

I think the original post should be updated
[Sony Xperia L] raghavkaushik:
Xperia L

Hello guys I wanted to root my Xperia L.....so went to Sony's site and unlocked the bootloader.

The last Command in the cmd was OKAY finished.

After that I tried to boot the phone but it is stuck at the xperia logo......and then I googled this problem and read that i should Flash it with Flashtool.

So then i downloaded flashtool and the firmware and plugged in the device in Flashmode.

but it is stuck at this :

09/050/2014 19:50:59 - INFO - <- This level is successfully initialized

09/050/2014 19:50:59 - INFO - Flashtool Version 0.9.10.2beta6 built on 2013-04-21 22:23:00

09/051/2014 19:51:04 - INFO - Device disconnected

09/051/2014 19:51:15 - INFO - Selected C2104 / 15.3.A.0.26 / India

09/051/2014 19:51:15 - INFO - Preparing files for flashing

09/052/2014 19:52:42 - INFO - Please connect your device into flashmode.

09/052/2014 19:52:48 - INFO - Device connected in flash mode

09/054/2014 19:54:24 - INFO - Device disconnected

09/054/2014 19:54:36 - INFO - Device connected with USB debugging off

09/054/2014 19:54:36 - INFO - For 2011 devices line, be sure you are not in MTP mode

And the device boots and gets stuck at the logo again.

If anyone could help that'd be great.

Thanks in advance and also I am new here , sorry for not following a format(if there's any).
[Sony Xperia L] DeviousFusion:
Turn off phone. Unplug USB. Press volume down button and plug in the USB. Your phone will be in flashmode.
[Sony Xperia L] ViRuS SoNy:
Thank you for your work and explain to people that no boot unlock exist!!!

Thank you for your work and explain to people thathave no boot unlock possible that it is possible!!!

i have had problems with my C2105 for ages becouse of a stock firmware was dead a little bit and i was forced to flash. but i lost all root ascess i had and i just can't deal with that. After 8 h i came across your work. It fixed my phone completly. Again thanks!!!

I actually just made an acount to show my support! keep up the good work!
[Sony Xperia L] vaseemsh:
unable to root

I tried several times but when I run install.bat it says, 'adb' is not recognised as an internal or external command

I've installed adb.exe also
[Sony Xperia L] mAnN14:
Try This zip file brother.

http://www.mediafire.com/download/2le5b94b611hycu/adb_fastboot_and_other_tools.zip

Download it and place the Android folder in your C:\ Drive, and then try accessing your phone through Command prompt

Response awaited. !

Regards
[Sony Xperia L] El-Lukas-84:
Thank's :good:
[Sony Xperia L] Avolyte:
thank you

thank you for the guide
[Sony Xperia L] aeroaks:
Want to Contribute to the script

How can I contribute to the Script. I want to add shell script for linux.

echo --- Xperia rootkit 2013/12/07 ---
echo;
echo waiting for device...
adb wait-for-device
adb push files\getroot /data/local/tmp/
adb push files\su /data/local/tmp/
adb push files\Superuser.apk /data/local/tmp/
adb push files\busybox /data/local/tmp/
adb push files\00stop_ric /data/local/tmp/
adb push files\install_tool.sh /data/local/tmp/
adb shell "chmod 0755 /data/local/tmp/getroot"
adb shell "chmod 0755 /data/local/tmp/busybox"
adb shell "chmod 0755 /data/local/tmp/install_tool.sh"

echo;
echo getroot start.
adb shell "/data/local/tmp/getroot /data/local/tmp/install_tool.sh"
echo;
echo removing temporary files...
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/getroot"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/su"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/Superuser.apk"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/busybox"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/00stop_ric"
adb shell "rm /data/local/tmp/install_tool.sh"

echo;
echo rebooting...
adb reboot
echo waiting for device...
adb wait-for-device
echo;
echo --- all finished ---
[Sony Xperia L] Zkmarak9:
Help me please.!!!!!!!!!!

I want to root my phone XL. So please help me step by step guide to root. Also, tell me before rooting what is the most important thing to do.. any backup of something is needed or not??? :)
[Sony Xperia L] mAnN14:
Yes bro please make a complete backup of your phone and then only proceed for rooting process.

The major advantage of making a backup before performing any such action is that you can always restore your data incase anything goes wrong. !
[Sony Xperia L] Zkmarak9:
Oops...yesterday only I finish my rooting without any backup.!! What to do now..?? Is there anyway to unroot it back any try a fresh one.???
[Sony Xperia L] mAnN14:
Bro though there is no need now, since you are successfully rooted and nothing has gone wrong but still if you wish , there surely is a way to work it around.

If you are successfully rooted, then you might have got SuperSu app on your device. Simply open it up, go to settings and select Full Unroot.

The device might ask for a confirmation prior restarting the device, simply choose Yes , and once it does restart, you will again get a Unrooted device.

Make a backup and then simply repeat the process which you followed at the first place for Rooting your device. . !
[Sony Xperia L] Zkmarak9:
Okay... Thanks soo much brother. :o

Yeah I successfully rooted my device that day without any single problem and also in first trial. Im using it now with that Supersu application to patch.

Anyway, i want to ask one more question.. How to backup , I mean what to backup and through what???? What files are more important to backup before going any further into modding.. please bro help me again.
[Sony Xperia L] mAnN14:
It depends on your requirements bro. I am not much into modding on my official device, i do have one spare device with me for all the tinkerings. So, never thought into backing up the content much. But, if you really wish to have one, then make sure to always make a Nandroid backup.

Its the most easiest and safest option since it makes a complete backup of everything what exists on your phone. Simply google on Nandroid Backup with respect to your device, and you fill surely find loads of guide for the same. !

Hope it helps you out. !

Regards.
[Sony Xperia L] Zkmarak9:
Okay brother I understand.

I think I need some more time to understand how to use that "NANDROID" backup. Anyway, thank you once again for helping me. :)
[Sony Xperia L] mAnN14:
Take your time bro. PM me for further assistance be it anything .

Glad to help you guys out.. :)

Regards.
[Sony Xperia L] Marinake:
This worked so easy for me. I rooted my L in seconds.
[Sony Xperia L] Antimartonad:
Thanks

That's a great help for us :o
[Sony Xperia L] BoxGlow:
Confused...

Hi! noob here

I got confused as to which comes first. Do I need to unlock my bootloader first before I root my Xperia L or do I have to root to first then unlock my bootloader?

all I want to do is making a backup of my device before rooting it then rooting my Xperia L..

pleaase advice
[Sony Xperia L] Platfus:
Wont root

Hi, I'm not complete noob to rooting, but I rooted something few years back.

Now when I launch install.bat it says either

or

but in the end, it actually never does anything. What am I doing wrong?
[Sony Xperia L] Avolyte:
Thank you
[Sony Xperia L] DeviousFusion:
Fix adb drivers
[Sony Xperia L] Antimartonad:
Thanks

Helped a lot... :D
[Sony Xperia L] senjacob:
Mine is not becoming rooted! Here is the cmd log. :confused:

What is wrong :rolleyes:
[Sony Xperia L] decoction:
does the files and steps in rooting Xperia L is updated?..

nothings happen on command prompt even if the "debugging is on".

any solutions?..

thanks

---------- Post added at 08:11 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:05 PM ----------

same here..

pm me if you have updates..

thanks
[Sony Xperia L] sunilalw2007:
Clear me

Hey,

I have xperia l device (c2104). I want to root this without unlock it's boot loader.

because i never want to use any custom rom on this. I just want root access for apps which required.

Is it possible? if yes than please suggest me a guide link to do this.

Thanks :)
[Sony Xperia L] HMZGUPUR:
Wifi / Bluetooth Problem

Is there someone who faced with wifi/bluetooth problem after this root operation ?
[Sony Xperia L] Shujath:
woooaahh Great my devices is rooted now

Thanks

---------- Post added at 08:14 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:00 AM ----------

You can try to flash kernel on your device to fix wifi/blueooth problem
[Sony Xperia L] grenademik:
HELP!!!

I rooted my xperia(4.2.2) l through motochopper and then i made a TA backup and tried to unlock bootloader by the official process of sony which i ended up having bootloop. Then i flashed the the previous android version 4.1.2 . Now, !)Is it okay to restore the TA backup to relock the bootloader? 2)As my phone's bootloader is unlocked is it still rooted or not? 3) IS it okay to update my phone OTA?

English for my Sorry bad :D
[Sony Xperia L] Hnk1:
Well, relock your bootloader and it should not be a problem without TA if you did it officially but if it does, go ahead with TA.

However, i suggest you shouldnot relock it unless you plan to NEVER FLASH any rom or kernel again

Bootloader and ROOT are different things. NO after flashing STOCK again, it would not be. You can check it by installing ROOT checker from playstore.

For OTA update you will need to have a locked bootloader. It is okay to do that!
[Sony Xperia L] britofilipe:
hey guys, I followed the guide and root my xperia L, everything was alright and working fine, but lately, my camera doesn't record videos, it still takes photos, but doesn't record any video, even with snapchat I can't record videos.

greetings
[Sony Xperia L] cool_recep:
Incolplete guide. Missing the part where you have to enable developer mode.
[Sony Xperia L] Mr.BUBU:
hi!!

I can't root my xperia L.

I'm running Windows 10.

I have already set enable developer mode

Running ADB.exe as Administrator.

Runing install.bat as Administrator

Try to set adb.exe compatibilty as windows 10, 8, 7 , XP, and always get the same message:

=============================================================================================

--- Xperia rootkit 2013/12/07 ---

waiting for device...

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

getroot start.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

removing temporary files...

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

rebooting...

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

waiting for device...

"adb" no se reconoce como un comando interno o externo,

programa o archivo por lotes ejecutable.

--- all finished ---

Presione una tecla para continuar . . .

=============================================================================================
[Sony Xperia L] SdtBarbarossa:
Use www.towelroot.com ... Klick on the symbol and install this apk... Then klick let it rain on the apk.... Then doqnload and install supersu from playstore... Then klick install binaries normal
[Sony Xperia L] Mr.BUBU:
Excelent!! Thanks you!!! Now got root acces 8)
[Sony Xperia L] Mr.BUBU:
I just trying to reflash... and forgot to install get root access.

Now I can't get in to system to instal the apk.

What Can I do? :(
[Sony Xperia L] naxsandbew:
flash rom

hi there :)

i want to flash ROM (LP maybe) for my wife Xperia L

what do i must to do first ? root Xperia L or unlock bootloader ? :confused:

is it good to go if i just have rooted XL to flashing ROM without unlock bootloader? or can i skip rooting for flashing ROM with unlocking bootloader with this xperia-l-how-to-flash-tool-unlocking-t2337955
[Sony Xperia L] surajsahu1703:
how to update supersu bainry file

I rooted my xperia l but after root supersu is not working its show a massage update supersu bainary file and give me two option normal/twrp or cmw

how i update that file please guide me
[Sony Xperia L] priyank.g:
Normal :D
[Sony Xperia L] Santanu roy:
After Unlocking Bootloader . Phone goes to boot looping , It not starting

Please help
[Sony Xperia L] dante2p:
Use flashtool. Flash ftf,last compilation (xxxx.1.17). It's normal.
[Sony Xperia L] dika46:
thank you for the zip. it helps me a lot to remove those bloatware ****s.