[UNMAINTAINED][TOOL][LB][ROOT] Backup TA v9.11 for Windows [20140615]

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stealth_nightshade

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Hi! Im looking for some post with the same issue as mine, unfortunately I did not found any. Does anyone know how to fix this issue?

Im using Xperia M single sim in a Windows 10 PC
My bootloader is still locked as the status of my bootloader says "Bootloader unlocked allowed: Yes"
And in "*#*#7378423#*#* > Security > Service Test" every line has [Key OK]


[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
[ Backup TA v9.11 for Sony Xperia ]
[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
[ 1. Backup ]
[ 2. Restore ]
[ 3. Restore dry-run ]
[ 4. Convert TA.img ]
[ 5. Quit ]
[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
Please make your decision: [1,2,3,4,5]?1

=======================================
BACKUP
=======================================
When you continue Backup TA will perform a backup of the TA partition.
First it will look for the TA partition by its name. When it can not
be found this way it will ask you to perform an extensive search.
The extensive search will inspect many of the partitions on your device,
in the hope to find it and continue with the backup process.

Are you sure you want to continue? [Y,N]?Y

Waiting for USB Debugging...OK

=======================================
FIND TA PARTITION
=======================================
Partition found!

=======================================
BACKUP TA PARTITION
=======================================
dd: can't open '/sdcard/backupTA.img': No such file or directory

=======================================
INTEGRITY CHECK
=======================================
FAILED - Backup does not match TA Partition. Please try again.

*** Backup unsuccessful. ***

Press any key to continue . . .
 
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stealth_nightshade

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Im just confused, i know our error looks the same but the way it was written in our cmd are different.

Mine
dd: can't open '/sdcard/backupTA.img': No such file or directory

Him
remote object '/sdcard/backupTA.img' does not exist

Im currently in 4.3 right now so our case is totally different. As of now, i checked the update for my firmware and that is the latest according to sony companion
 
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stealth_nightshade

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ch3mn3y said:
You have Win10. Did You use find.exe file modded to work with it? The one inn package is working on 8.1 and older only.
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yes i used the find.exe fix and also the tools_dll_files. It already found my TA partition but what does this line have to do with backing up the TA partition?

=======================================
BACKUP TA PARTITION
=======================================
dd: can't open '/sdcard/backupTA.img': No such file or directory

does the TA partition is inside the sdcard as an image or .img file?
 
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connta

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Aug 20, 2012
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everything works on win 10 and 4.4.4 kitkat D6503_23.0.1.A.0.167_RU.ftf, you can search for it easy
 
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masteriori

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I have 2-3 separate TA backups made at different points in time using eXistenZ 3.1.1 and now that I am on eXistenZ 4.0.0, restoring a backup will relock my bootloader but will it also wipe the phone (Factory Reset)?

Thanks
 
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Hey guys I have one noob question. At the time of restoring the DRM Keys I need to have the same software version that when I made de backup? For example I made the backup on software version 23.4.A.1.232, do I need to get back to it before the restore or I can restore my DRM Keys on any software version?

Sent from my Xperia Z3
 
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jeree01

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Jan 23, 2011
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Restore unsuccessful

Hi,
I made this restore many 3 times in past withuot problems, but now this problem occures. It looks like saved backup is OK, but why does it need revertTA.img from SD card? I have xperia SP with internal memory refered as sdcard0 and sdcard as sdcard1. Which sdcard is this mentioned in error? Internal memory is wiped when playing with custom roms and SD card can be also formatted in mean time, so this could be something that was created on SD card while creating backup, or?

[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
[ Backup TA v9.11 for Sony Xperia ]
[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
[ 1. Backup ]
[ 2. Restore ]
[ 3. Restore dry-run ]
[ 4. Convert TA.img ]
[ 5. Quit ]
[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
Please make your decision: [1,2,3,4,5]?2

=======================================
RESTORE
=======================================


Are you sure you want to continue? [Y,N]?Y

Waiting for USB Debugging...OK
" superuser permission was granted before"

=======================================
CHOOSE BACKUP TO RESTORE
=======================================
[1] TA-backup-20150617.080819.zip
[Q] Quit
Please make your decision:1

Are you sure you want to restore 'TA-backup-20150617.080819.zip '? [Y,N]?Y

=======================================
EXTRACT BACKUP
=======================================

7-Zip (A) 9.20 Copyright (c) 1999-2010 Igor Pavlov 2010-11-18

Processing archive: backup\TA-backup-20150617.080819.zip

Extracting TA.blk
Extracting TA.img
Extracting TA.md5
Extracting TA.serial
Extracting TA.timestamp
Extracting TA.version

Everything is Ok

Files: 6
Size: 2097244
Compressed: 134407

=======================================
INTEGRITY CHECK
=======================================
OK

=======================================
COMPARE TA PARTITION WITH BACKUP
=======================================
OK

=======================================
BACKUP CURRENT TA PARTITION
=======================================
dd: can't open '/sdcard/revertTA.img': No such file or directory

=======================================
PUSH BACKUP TO SDCARD
=======================================
5247 KB/s (2097152 bytes in 0.390s)

=======================================
INTEGRITY CHECK
=======================================
FAILED - Backup has gone corrupted while pushing. Please try again.

*** Restore unsuccessful. ***

Press any key to continue . . .
EDIT:
I have found out ,that in Service menu under service tests and security are this 2 keys Marlin and WMLA -> both have [Key OK][active] -> does it means that TA partition was restored even there was error? (Xperia SP)
 
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marek789

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Up.
I have the same problem. I have Xperia M4 Aqua, stock system and root. :/

[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
[ Backup TA v9.11 for Sony Xperia ]
[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
[ 1. Backup ]
[ 2. Restore ]
[ 3. Restore dry-run ]
[ 4. Convert TA.img ]
[ 5. Quit ]
[ ------------------------------------------------------------ ]
Please make your decision: [1,2,3,4,5]?2

=======================================
RESTORE
=======================================
When you continue Backup TA will perform a restore of a TA partition
backup. There will be many integrity checks along the way to make sure
a restore will either complete successfully, revert when something goes
wrong while restoring or fail before the restore begins because of an
invalid backup. There is always a risk when writing to an important
partition like TA, but with these safeguards that risk is kept to an
absolute minimum.

Are you sure you want to continue? [Y,N]?Y

Waiting for USB Debugging...OK


=======================================
CHOOSE BACKUP TO RESTORE
=======================================
[1] TA-backup-354512076010673.zip
[Q] Quit
Please make your decision:1

Are you sure you want to restore 'TA-backup-xperiaM4.zip '? [Y,N]?Y

=======================================
EXTRACT BACKUP
=======================================

7-Zip (A) 9.20 Copyright (c) 1999-2010 Igor Pavlov 2010-11-18

Processing archive: backup\TA-backup-xperiaM4.zip

Extracting TA.blk
Extracting TA.img
Extracting TA.md5
Extracting TA.serial
Extracting TA.timestamp
Extracting TA.version

Everything is Ok

Files: 6
Size: 2097244
Compressed: 237899

=======================================
INTEGRITY CHECK
=======================================
OK

=======================================
COMPARE TA PARTITION WITH BACKUP
=======================================
OK

=======================================
BACKUP CURRENT TA PARTITION
=======================================
4096+0 records in
4096+0 records out
2097152 bytes (2.0MB) copied, 0.022116 seconds, 90.4MB/s

=======================================
PUSH BACKUP TO SDCARD
=======================================
4313 KB/s (2097152 bytes in 0.474s)

=======================================
INTEGRITY CHECK
=======================================
FAILED - Backup has gone corrupted while pushing. Please try again.

*** Restore unsuccessful. ***

Press any key to continue . . .

Please help me
 
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death87

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Aug 24, 2007
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reflashed stock firmware 4.4 and then tried to restore TA partition, but it's giving me an error at the integrity check on the pushed TApartition.
opening the supposed md5 file of the pushed TApartition there's written this "/system/bin/sh: /data/local/tmp/busybox-backup-ta awk {'print \'}: not found" .
in the local md5 file is the correct hash key.
Someone can help me?
 
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jeree01

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Jan 23, 2011
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I have tried to unlock again -> the keys in service tests were with [Unknown error] , then I just relocked bootloader and it changed to [Key OK] .... so no more need to recover backup via TA Backup?

Unlovcked and relocked via flashtool ...
 
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    DevShaft
    DevShaft
    UNMAINTAINED! See this post

    Backup TA for Sony Xperia

    Backup TA can backup and restore the TA partition of the device. When you create a backup before unlocking for the first time, then you will be able to restore to full factory state (including a locked bootloader). This means all DRM keys intact, Bravia Engine working in Album and last but not least your warranty when needed :highfive:.

    NOTE: When you did create a backup of your device's TA with another tool or Backup TA v4 or earlier, you are able to convert it to a valid Backup TA package by choosing 'Convert TA.img' from the menu. When you've done this you are able to restore it safely.

    READ FIRST: At the bottom of this post is the FAQ. Here you will find answers on the most asked questions. Read them before posting any question in this thread. When you want my support, tell me which device and version of Backup TA you're using and attach the complete output. I can not help you without this and besides it's really not so much to ask in return, now is it? No effort without effort.

    This tool currently only works under Windows. Mac, Linux, and native Android will be supported in the future. Using this tool is at your own risk.

    Downloads
    Changelog
    Source (released under MIT license)

    Stable releases do have a version tag like this: v1.0 (example)
    Beta releases do have a version tag like this: v1.0b2 (example).

    COMPATIBLE DEVICES
    Sony Xperia Z2
    Sony Xperia Z2 Tablet
    Sony Xperia Z1 Compact
    Sony Xperia Z1
    Sony Xperia Z
    Sony Xperia Z Tablet
    [...]
    All Compatible Devices

    GUIDE
    1. Download the latest version of Backup TA.
    2. Extract the ZIP file to a folder location of your choosing.
    3. Navigate to the folder location of Backup TA.
    4. Make sure no other script or application which is using ADB is running.
    5. Make sure the device is booted in normal mode (the way you normally use it).
    6. Run Backup-TA.bat
    7. Read the last paragraph of the license before continuing.
    8. Read the information and follow the instructions given by the tool.

    Backup Video Tutorial. Kindly provided by @shem2409:
    FAQ
    Q: Is my device supported?
    A: Look at the supported devices list above this FAQ. When it is not listed, try to make a backup it will tell you if your device is supported.

    Q: Do I need root for this?
    A: Yes, you do need root for both backup and restore to work. I would advice to use @DooMLoRD's excellent Easy Rooting Toolkit for this, when not already rooted.

    Q: Can I use someone else's backup?
    A: No, this will hard-brick your device.

    Q: Can I restore my TA.img file from Backup TA v4 and earlier or another tool?
    A: Yes, choose "Convert TA.img" in the menu.

    Q: Does it bring back my DRM keys when I already unlocked my device before making a backup?
    A: Not without a backup of the TA before it was ever unlocked.

    Q: Can I restore my TA while running a ROM with a non-stock kernel?
    A: Yes, but it will soft-brick your device and you need Sony PC Companion or Flashtool to fix it by flashing stock firmware. Best is to first return to a complete stock ROM or at least flash a stock kernel (do not confuse with stock based kernel!) before restoring the TA, this prevents the soft-brick.

    Q: Will a restore relock the bootloader?
    A: Yes, it will relock the bootloader like it was never unlocked.

    Q: What is 'restore dry-run'?
    A: When you do a dry-run restore it will perform a regular restore with the exception that it will not write anything to your device. This is helpful to test a backup without actually restoring it.

    Q: What is the correct file size for a backup?
    A: The TA partition size can differ per model, so there is no one answer to this question. You can rest assured that your backup is fine, also in file size, when the tool says the backup was successful.

    Q: Why do multiple backups often differ in size?
    A: The TA partition also contains a logging area which changes every time the device boots, which then leads to different compression size per backup file. Nothing to worry about.
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    DevShaft
    DevShaft
    I write this post to inform you that I will not maintain this tool anymore. There are a couple of reasons for this.

    Nexus owner
    Since I bought myself the Nexus 5 I have vowed to never buy a non-nexus device (when Nexus is available that is) anymore. Reason for this is the latest updates of Android, the bootloader which can be unlocked and relocked without having to find locked root first and then make a backup of keys or certificates to still have warranty without questions asked. So another Sony device (or any HTC, Samsung, LG, Motorola, etc for that matter) will be highly unlikely for me.

    Window 8+
    I got this beautiful Apple Macbook Pro from my work and I almost never touch my Windows machine anymore. On this machine (old one) I can not install Windows 8 or later since it is not compatible. Therefor I am unable to give support to the latest Windows versions.

    No time
    I have found some other interesting hobbies I would like to spent my time on. One of them is AI and the other is sports. With that, and my personal life in general, there is no time left to work on projects as these.

    Since this project is licensed under MIT, anyone can pick up the maintenance or start their own tool. This thread and their downloads will not be removed, so you can always download the tool for a restore or backup.
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    lunu1997
    lunu1997
    playstation_12000 said:
    ok another update....somehow i managed to go past usb debugging screen. removed the sony pc companion....installed sony z ultra ADB drivers, reconnected the device and started backup TA. it took a successful backup. then I tried to test the back using the option restore -dry run. but after running that function i came up with this error. now what is this? should i ignore this error?

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    leandroprez26 said:
    For me too.
    I'm Windows 10 user.
    What I can do?
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    I have tried this on windows 10 64bit, I am pretty sure it'll work on 32 bit too.
    Download the zipped find.exe in the attachment.
    Replace it with "find.exe" in the following directory
    Code: 
    Backup-TA-9.11\tools
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    tool for win10:good:
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    Osyx
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    DevShaft said:
    Backup-TA for Sony Xperia Z / ZL

    Backup-TA can backup and restore the TA partition of the device. When you create a backup before unlocking for the first time, then you will be able to restore to full factory state. This means all DRM keys intact, Bravia Engine working in Album and last but not least your warranty when needed :highfive:.

    READ: At the bottom of this post is the FAQ. Here you will find answers on the most asked questions. Read them before posting any question in this thread. When you post a question which is already answered in the FAQ, I will ignore you and smile :D.

    This tool only works under Windows. Mac and Linux will not be supported.

    Downloads: https://github.com/DevShaft/Backup-TA/tags
    Source: https://github.com/DevShaft/Backup-TA (release under MIT license)

    FAQ
    Q: Do I need root for this?
    A: Yes, you do need root for this to work.

    Q: Does it really work?
    A: Really?

    Q: Can I use someone else's backup?
    A: No, this will hard-brick your device.

    Q: Does it bring back my DRM keys etc. when I already unlocked my device?
    A: Not without a backup of the TA before the initial unlock.
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    Great that you made a new one, may keep others from uneccesary bricking their devices :thumbup:

    A thing for the FAQ would be the softbrick when restoring on other than stock and and that it only works on totally stock, not bringing DRM keys to other ROMs when unlocked.

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