[GUIDE] How to root 10.5.1.A.0.283 / 10.5.1.A.0.292 [Locked Bootloader]

[pggdt]

Don't try Chinese apps, especially the security apps.

 

[wurst_wasser]

I'm aware of this, but I don't personally trust Kingroot. It sends your device IMEI to a server in China and installs their own Superuser app (KingUser) and several other Chinese apps.

This method is clean and installs a trusted Superuser solution (SuperSU). If you want to use Kingroot, that's fine but I don't recommend it personally.

Sent from my C6603

I am of the same opinion! I do not want to use kingroot as I do not trust Chinese apps that have such a big influence on the phone...
I have asked this question several times in the "Lollipop roll-out startet"-thread, yet nobody has answered it... I try it here once more:
Does the method described in this thread also work for 5.0.2 or is kingroot the only way to get root on 5.0.2? I would like to flash 5.0.2 but only if there is an easy and more importantly save way to get root...

 

[kingvortex]

I am of the same opinion! I do not want to use kingroot as I do not trust Chinese apps that have such a big influence on the phone...
I have asked this question several times in the "Lollipop roll-out startet"-thread, yet nobody has answered it... I try it here once more:
Does the method described in this thread also work for 5.0.2 or is kingroot the only way to get root on 5.0.2? I would like to flash 5.0.2 but only if there is an easy and more importantly save way to get root...

To be honest, I haven't tried it. I just unlocked my bootloader to root.

If you want to try, then the worst that will happen is that you'll have to reflash your firmware using Flashtool.

Sent from my C6603

 

[wurst_wasser]

To be honest, I haven't tried it. I just unlocked my bootloader to root.

If you want to try, then the worst that will happen is that you'll have to reflash your firmware using Flashtool.

Sent from my C6603

Flashing the .230 Kernel will cause a boot loop on the XZ...
So it does not work. Well, then there is unlocking the bootloader and kingroot, right?

 

[shoey63]

Flashing the .230 Kernel will cause a boot loop on the XZ...
So it does not work. Well, then there is unlocking the bootloader and kingroot, right?

Pretty much, yes. Until NUT fixes his Locked dual recovery. But if you can unlock your bootloader, why not do it? Surely warranty has run out by now. And besides, you will still have your TA backup which you would have taken when you rooted your device on kk

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[wurst_wasser]

Wht do you mean with that? Why would my TA backup be gone as soon as I root on KitKat?

 

[shoey63]

No not gone, but can be restored on lp if needed.

 

[zviki]

Well,my warranty is still valid till the October (it's two years in my country), and I don't wanna loose DRM keys with unlocking bootloader. I'm a little bit sceptical about Chinese apps too,but what can they do with my stolen IMEI on the other side of the world?

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[wurst_wasser]

Same here... My waranty expires in July... By the way, you can backup DRM keys... I am just a bit worried that I would brick the device, that is why I do not want to unlock the bootloader... do I actually have to go to that sony page and enter my IMEI number to unlock or is there an "inofficial" way?

 

[kingvortex]

Same here... My waranty expires in July... By the way, you can backup DRM keys... I am just a bit worried that I would brick the device, that is why I do not want to unlock the bootloader... do I actually have to go to that sony page and enter my IMEI number to unlock or is there an "inofficial" way?

There's no unofficial method, so you have to get the unlock code from Sony.

 

[cydosme]

Does it work?

Does this even work with an unlocked BL?
Sry for asking, but all i found was unclear....

EDIT: I didn't saw a post ^^

 

[kingvortex]

Does this even work with an unlocked BL?
Sry for asking, but all i found was unclear....

EDIT: I didn't saw a post ^^

If you have an unlocked bootloader, then it's easy to root. You simply flash a kernel with integrated recovery via fastboot then flash a SuperSU zip.

If you're on KitKat then use Dual Boot recovery with Philz Touch CWM Advanced Edition and TWRP.
If on Lollipop then use Advanced 10.6.A.0.454 kernel by shoey63.
SuperSU zip.

 

[dashan.00786]

i want to root my Xperia Z L36h version 4.4.4 build 10.5.1.A.0.292
should i need to follow the same steps on first page??
i have unlocked my bootloader from official sony site but dont know how to confirm whether its really unlocked, i had lost all my data.

Brother how did u unlocked it? Please let me know. I also have a same devoce as yours. Waiting for ur reply.

 

[cydosme]

Go on the site developer.sonymobile.com/unlockbootloader/ and follow the steps.

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[GuestD2101]

Lollipop?

Is there some step by step guide to rooting lollipop? (10.6.a.0.454)
I looked in several threads but all they did was to confuse me even more.
I have very little experience in rooting so any help would be great.
Edit: I'm in process of unlocking my boot loader which i think will be necessary for rooting the 5.0.2 version, but can i get the next steps?

 

[zviki]

Search! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3107461

[ROOT ANDROID][2.x-5.0] KINGROOT: The One-Click Root Tool for Almost All Devices

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[darkdoll69]

is there any other simple way to root Xperia Z LOLLIPOP firmware (locked bootloader) ... LIke this Guide...

this guide is awesome... neat and clean ..user friendly... hope so this EASY ROOT TOOL soon gonna work on Lollipop..

Thanks to all developers for their HARD WORK

sorry for my bad english :/

 

[wichajster13]

Nice

Great job m8:good:! I had huge problems with rooting my xperia after update, but your method works good. There is one more way to root using KingRoot (you can download it on XDA), but it makes your phone self reboot after few days. Maby it will work for you.

 

[kingvortex]

OK guys. Some news.

My carrier called me as I'm long past upgrade time and offered me an unbeatable deal on an HTC One M9. I accepted and now have the device. I love Sony devices, but felt like a change this time.

I'll leave this thread open and will continue to offer support in here.

Thanks everyone for making the Z community a great place.

Sent from my HTC One M9 using Tapatalk

 

[Boldy72]

OK guys. Some news.

My carrier called me as I'm long past upgrade time and offered me an unbeatable deal on an HTC One M9. I accepted and now have the device. I love Sony devices, but felt like a change this time.

I'll leave this thread open and will continue to offer support in here.

Thanks everyone for making the Z community a great place.

Sent from my HTC One M9 using Tapatalk

Thank you for your great contribution to the Sony devices, and good luck with HTC ONE M9. Every now and then it is good to take on a new challenge, keeps you in balance. Best reguards..