Tuesday, 11 January 2011

How To: Root Android 2.1 X10 Mini Pro U20i / U20a

I am writing this up mainly because I suspect many of you guys are attempting the Android 1.6 ROOT  method on their device, whilst having Android 2.1 installed. The 1.6 method will not work in 2.1.  Fortunately the method for rooting Android 2.1 is very easy.

NOTE: I have not tested z4root on FW 2.0.2.A.0.24 (the latest update).  It is confirmed working on earlier versions namely 2.0.A.0.504. If you have problems please go to Settings > About phone and check what build number you are on.

METHOD 1 - VERY EASY - DO THIS ON YOUR DEVICE - NO USB CABLE NEEDED
  1. Go to Settings > Applications:
    a.    Enable Unknown sources
    b.    (Since you are here do the following too) Go to Development, enable USB debugging and Stay awake
  2. Download z4root.apk from here
  3. Once downloaded run / start z4root and it will perform the root process for you.

    After the reboot you have root!

METHOD 2
  1. Do step 1a from above first, then download z4root.apk from here
  2. Connect your phone via USB to your computer, transfer z4root.apk to the SDCARD
  3. On your phone use a file explorer to navigate to the SDCARD, find and install z4root.apk

    After the reboot your have root!
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54 comments:

  1. Anonymous17 January 2011 at 15:57

    after rooting how can i put apps on the sd card???????????????????????????

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  2. Liran18 January 2011 at 06:59

    Hey,
    I've download the z4root.apk and rooted my xperia x10 mini pro.
    the problem is everytime im trying to use adb commands (like push, pull) im getting "Premission denied" error.
    also when im trying to use the cat command to move files to my sd card im getting System read only (or something like that)
    I've looked for solutions everywhere but still couldn't come up with a solution...
    will appreciate any help.
    Thanks.

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  3. Anonymous28 January 2011 at 12:00

    how to root the other version... i have it with me.....

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  4. Meghindo4 February 2011 at 05:09

    model number : U20i
    Firmware version : 2.1 - update 1
    Kernel : 2.6.29
    Compilation number : 2.1.1.A.0.6

    Tried the z4root.apk method, didn't work, now...i don't know if it takes AGES for that aplication to root the phone or if i'm doing something wrong but...ages?!

    so...how to root it in order to get ridd of all them pesky preinstalled aps like gold rush & bla bla bla bla that just do nothing for me , i realy want to free up some of the phone's space so help a sister out guys!

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    1. Anonymous4 February 2013 at 11:43

      same problem as you, apart from the "ages" part. It took only 5 mins for mine. BUT IT STILL DOES'NT work

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  5. Anonymous16 February 2011 at 14:28

    is this root method also applicable for the mini? no need to those stuff mentioned in xda?

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  6. Ian McShane10 March 2011 at 05:58

    Thanks so much for the instructions.

    I used Method 1 on my Xperia x10 mini Pro with build 2.0.A.0.504 and it worked. It took a good 10 odd minutes for the process. I was concerned but it all turned out great.

    I installed Barnacle WiFi Tether and connected my notebook to the wifi hotspot on my phone. I was concerned about battery life of my x10 mini pro but I just plugged in the USB cable and set it to charge while the wifi was going.

    If I run into any issues I will post here, but so far all is well in the world.

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    1. Unknown26 August 2015 at 05:02

      Ah, now can wifi be exploited from PC to connect to other hotspots without pc wifi : I've not rooted mi mini pro, branded and locked apps, even changing carriers got previous carrier logo at startup and memory limitations caused tons of www reloading anb data fee's.

      So again rooting to use no carrier cell as hotspot for PC, private networking ect, SD card PC file transfer yuck, RJ45 and domicile walls/ mobility better.
      Should I learn android programming Linux?

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  7. Anonymous10 March 2011 at 10:32

    i am using the newest firmware for the mini pro and sadly it doesnt get rooted anymore

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  8. bex10 March 2011 at 19:43

    can anyone translate what I have to do in simples english. I'm a complete N00b but really want to get rid of some of the pre-installed apps but perhaps save them somewhere in case I want to get rid of the phone etc. Sorry if this post really annoys anyone!

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  9. Anonymous20 March 2011 at 09:54

    I also have 2.1 - update 1 and rooting does not work either with z4root or universal androot; and it did before the firmware update; so this is this

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  10. Anonymous20 March 2011 at 09:55

    --> should get a rooting application that works with this firmware

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  11. Anonymous20 March 2011 at 15:51

    Hi all,

    would you still experience the problem, use this app:
    http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/root-any-android-device-and-samsung-captivate-with-super-one-click-app/

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  12. Anonymous31 March 2011 at 13:07

    forget all these stuff follow this link :
    http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/root-any-android-device-and-samsung-captivate-with-super-one-click-app/

    email:ashwin2011@gmail.com

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  13. Anonymous31 March 2011 at 14:59

    "Anonymous said...
    forget all these stuff follow this link :
    http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/root-any-android-device-and-samsung-captivate-with-super-one-click-app/

    email:ashwin2011@gmail.com
    31 March 2011 13:07"

    Thanks man! SuperOneClick 1.6.5 Worked flawlessly on my Mini Pro!
    model number : U20i
    Firmware version : 2.1 - update 1
    Kernel : 2.6.29
    Compilation number : 2.1.1.A.0.6
    Totally works! Unlike the older version of SuperOneClick, the 1.5.5, thanks for sharing!

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  14. Yash Dedhia5 April 2011 at 11:54

    Its just showing 'running exploit to obtain root access...'
    nothing's comin after dat...
    Pls help...
    n I hav d latest update ie.2.0.2.A.0.24
    pls help me som1...
    I am desperately wanting to root my phone...

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  15. Yash Dedhia5 April 2011 at 12:03

    Pls check for d update asap...
    n tell us how to root 2.0.2.A.0.24.

    thank you in advance !

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  16. Anonymous12 April 2011 at 14:22

    http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/root-any-android-device-and-samsung-captivate-with-super-one-click-app/


    Fully worked on Experia mini pro

    Thans

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  17. Poliamor8 May 2011 at 13:19

    does not work on my xp10 mini pro! Nor z4root! any OTHER options?

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  18. Anonymous27 June 2011 at 16:45

    How long it will take to root the phone?
    I run the application, it wrote the next sentence:
    attemting to get root access

    but nothing happens after (hours)

    What can I do?

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  19. kushi.d29 June 2011 at 08:49

    Hi,i hav rooted my ph with z4 root,instld speruser,busybox,but unable to use wireless tethering.it says wrong kernel.unable to update to 2.2.is my ph rooted as I cant reboot to recovery mode as my x10 is not in the list.please help me.

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  20. Unknown3 July 2011 at 14:39

    did z4root have the latest update to rooting FW 2.1.1.0.A.6? tq

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  21. Anonymous3 July 2011 at 20:17

    neither of the above rooting softwares worked for me. So, I went on about to find a better way to root my phone. First of all, you need to make sure you're working on windows vista or higher. If you have windows xp, then you need to install ".NET Framework v2.0" or higher. This will def make it work. Its easy enough to download if you search for it on google.
    Netx, you need to download a rooting software called "SuperOneClick" v1.9 (or higher). You'll download it as a zip file. Extract it to your pc and double click on the exe file SuperOneClick.
    Then all you need to do is connect your phone to the pc and click "Root". it is on a big button, really hard to miss ;)
    As soon as you click it, it'll root your device, literally within seconds!
    Congrats, your phone's been rooted!

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  22. Anonymous9 July 2011 at 14:19

    i think those who use Android 2.1 can also use SuperOneClick

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  23. Anonymous10 July 2011 at 17:07

    Guya, u all can try to use this ROOT NEWEST UPDATE x10 MINI PRO, just check the usb debugging on your phone, then from your pc just run the ROOT NEWEST UPDATE x10 MINI PRO n there u go.. your phine is rooted now.. hope this will help

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  24. Anonymous13 July 2011 at 20:00

    ive tried z4root but nothing happen.please help me to root my xperia x10 mini pro

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  25. Anonymous20 July 2011 at 05:58

    I used method 1 and it worked extremely well. I used this tutorial for my X10 mini phone. Here are some details that might help:

    - Do the settings as mentioned above
    - Open the web browser on your phone and type the link provided above, download the file (choose direct download)
    - Once download is finished, install the file and run it.
    - Press ROOT, wait for the process and it will reboot by itself.
    - Once reboot is finished, there will now a SUPERUSER app. This is the app that will let you use unlimited access to other apps.
    - Go to any apps you want to use (I tried Barnacle Tether), run/start the app and see the process until you see a block of writing says Superuser has granted access (or something like that). It means that your phone is rooted finally and you can use the app as your will. :D

    I hope my explanation is useful.

    :)

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  26. Anonymous12 August 2011 at 06:05

    why does every app that i've been tryin' to root my phone with have a virus?? i try'd them all really..

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  27. Anonymous12 August 2011 at 06:27

    2.1.1.A.6 DOESNT WORK FOR THIS BUILD NR

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  28. Anonymous12 August 2011 at 06:34

    IT SAYS DAEMON FAILED STARTING ON PORT 5 NOW ... I TRYD UNPLUGGING THE CABLE NO REEACTIONNNNN

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  29. Max Chinni12 August 2011 at 16:40

    I found a solution and I made a guide.
    My phone is Xperia x10 mini pro 2.1.1.A.0.6 - 2.1-update1

    The how-to is here:
    http://flivverblog.blogspot.com/2011/08/howto-root-your-xperia-x10-mini-pro.html

    Let me know if it works for you.

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  30. Anonymous13 August 2011 at 06:56

    dude thx for the info but it's too complicated for me :( how about a tutorial?? ithink it would be helpfull.. thx anyway..

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  31. Anonymous13 August 2011 at 07:06

    and btw none of the links on the forum work.. :s

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  32. Anonymous29 August 2011 at 13:09

    I just bought my Sony Ericsson Xperia X10 mini pro from Kmart in Sydney Australia, not bad for $99.00

    came out of the box with no network lock, but with Telstra branded firmware on Android 2.1 update 1

    29/AUG/11 ~Pete

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  33. Anonymous29 August 2011 at 13:15

    http://blogs.sonyericsson.com/products/2011/03/25/update-on-xperia%E2%84%A2-x10/

    We plan to bring an upgrade to Android Gingerbread for the XperiaTM X10 to generic trade kits end Q2 / early Q3 this year. 2011

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  34. Anonymous12 October 2011 at 02:00

    virus.dont use this.

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  35. Anonymous17 October 2011 at 16:45

    there is a simpler way to root this phone. download superoneclick and then enable usb debugging on your phone . connect the phone to the computer and do not select anything just leave it like that and then ope the .exe file in superoneclick and then click on root . it will root your phone. z4 root did not work in any of my phones

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  36. GQZPoWeR20 October 2011 at 16:34

    On my xperia mini pro u20i 2.1 -update1, i try the metod 1.
    After the run the Z4root app and click on root, it start to proces and stand by in "Attempting to apply root", i was wait aroun 1 hour with it and none.

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  37. aprilduncan2223 January 2012 at 11:57

    am trying to do the superone click route and i have downloaded it to my pc opened it and is saying not initiallizing help plz

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  38. Anonymous25 April 2012 at 12:28

    U20i 2.1 update 2.1 mau diupgrade ke 2.2(froyo) bisa tidak, gimana caranya. tq

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  39. Anonymous24 June 2012 at 07:41

    Cannot find the file in the given link.. can anyone help from where I can download it?

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  45. Anonymous4 February 2013 at 11:30

    my Xperia X10 mini didn't reboot after the process.

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  46. Anonymous4 February 2013 at 11:42

    and how are you supposed to know your phone is rooted ?

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  48. Anonymous30 June 2013 at 07:03

    hey bro i root my xperia x10 mini pro u20i.but after that i cant download anything from my phone..there is a massage show me that the file is downloaded,but i cant see this in my phone..whats the prob,,can u help me??????

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  50. Unknown15 December 2013 at 00:09

    This works for my xperia x10 mini pro U20i. Thanks

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  51. Unknown26 August 2015 at 05:35

    Canada here PC see's xperia sk17a as firmware 1.0, phone reports firmware 4.0.2a.a.0.58
    .
    Not willing try root, this is backup in case windows. Phone fails
    As 3 Walkman and 2 blu did in last 3 yrs.
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  52. Unknown26 August 2015 at 05:38

    Wait this is sk17a, build 4.0.2a.a.0.58, android 2.3.4.
    Ah Canada.

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