Installing European firmware on a Chinese device on Lenovo Vibe X3. Installing European firmware on a Chinese device on Lenovo Vibe X3 Unlocking the Lenovo Vibe X3 bootloader, installing custom TWRP recovery and getting Root

Detailed, step-by-step instructions on how to flash a Lenovo Vibe X3 smartphone with new firmware, change the region code, unlock the bootloader on the phone, install a custom TWRP recovery and obtain Root superuser rights. Installing firmware using QFIL on Lenovo devices based on Qualcomm chips

Preparatory stage.

Download the archive with drivers and firmware program for the Lenovo Vibe X3 QPST 2.7.429 smartphone Qualcomm_USB_Drivers x86 Qualcomm_USB_Drivers x64

Also do not forget to download the firmware for Lenovo Vibe X3 in QPST format

European firmware for Lenovo Vibe X3 – X3a40_S217_160623_ROW_QPST – 6.0.1

Chinese firmware for Lenovo Vibe X3 – X3c70_USR_ST1626_5.611.1_CN_qpst

We install the drivers vcredist_x86.exe, the installation file is included with the program for flashing the smartphone QFIL, then after successful installation of the driver we install the “flasher” program itself – QPST 2.7.422.msi;
And lastly, we install drivers for the Qualcomm processor - they are located in the Qualcomm_USB_Drivers.7z archive

Turn off the smartphone completely, then hold down the Volume Up key and, without releasing it, connect the USB cable that is already connected to the USB port of your PC - the Qualcomm Lenovo HS-USB QDLoader 9008 device should appear in the Device Manager

The direct process of installing firmware on a Lenovo Vibe X3 phone

Run the QFIL program, preferably as administrator

In the Programmer patch field, indicate the path to the file prog_emmc_firehose_89XX.mbn (in my case, prog_emmc_firehose_8916.mbn), to do this, click on the “Browse” button, in the window that opens, indicate the path to the folder with the firmware (in my case, ROW_S121), then select the file prog_emmc_firehose_89XX. mbn and click “Open”.

Then click on the “Load XML...” button, in the window that opens, select one by one - first rawprogram0.xml and click “Open”, and then patch0.xml and also click “Open”.

Open the device manager on the PC, then turn off the device (smartphone or tablet) and remove the USB cable from the device (if it was connected).

The device should reboot if the firmware process is successful and will boot into the new firmware version.

Unlocking Lenovo Vibe X3 bootloader, installing custom TWRP recovery and getting Root

If you have a Chinese version of your smartphone, there is a high chance of catching an error when trying to unlock your device following instructions from the official forum.

This article contains information about the mobile device. Here you can download the latest Android firmware for Lenovo Vibe X3 Lite, and you can also find out how to get root rights.

You can learn more about root rights. Instructions for obtaining are below.

In what cases is it necessary to update the firmware?

• I would like to install new firmware to expand the capabilities of the smartphone;
• Recovery after unsuccessful firmware is required
• The smartphone constantly reboots for no reason;
• The smartphone does not turn on.

What firmware do we have?

To download the firmware Android 8.0 Oreo, 7.1 Nougat, 6.0 Marshmallow, Android 5.1 Lollipop on Lenovo Vibe X3 Lite, read the entire article - this is very important. Once you install the latest available version of Android, you will be surprised at the possibilities that appear. You can also find the official version of MIUI firmware of different versions and custom original firmware.

If you have questions, you can always ask them through the comment form.

Availability of firmware: In stock.

Download firmware

When leaving feedback through the comment system, please indicate your real email if you have problems installing the firmware. Please take into account that the site administration may not answer questions immediately, depending on workload. In addition to the administration, ordinary users can answer and help you, everything is like on the forum.

The manual on how to install the firmware is located at the links below. Firmware download for Lenovo Vibe X3 Lite is available via torrent with instructions.

Firmware installation instructions

To download, select the firmware you need and click on the link.

To install, do the following:

• Download the file with firmware and special program
• Run the program on your computer
• Select the required firmware version
• Follow the instructions from the file archive

Lenovo Vibe X3 Lite firmware video

Detailed instructions for installing the official European version of firmware on Lenovo Vibe X3 (x3c50, x3c70) without the need to unlock the bootloader.

Drivers and programs

Files

Attention!

Installation instructions

Make backup copies of all necessary data and files and save them to your computer, removable media or cloud.

Create a folder in the root of the C:\ drive named " Android».

Disable driver authentication.
Windows 7
When turning on the computer, after loading the BIOS, you must press the key F8. In the menu that appears " Additional download options" choose " Disabling mandatory driver signing" This method may not work the first time, so you should repeat the action or open a command prompt as an administrator and enter two commands:
« bcdedit.exe /set loadoptions DDISABLE_INTEGRITY_CHECKS»
« bcdedit.exe /set TESTSIGNING ON»
Windows 8
You need to press a keyboard shortcut Win+I, hold down the key Shift and select "". When you turn on the computer, select " Diagnostics» > « Extra options» > « Boot Options» > « Reboot" When loading, select the “mode” by pressing the key F7.
Windows 10
You need to hold down the key Shift and select menu " Start" > "". After downloading, select " Troubleshooting» > « Extra options» > « Boot Options» > « Reboot" Then select “ Disable mandatory driver signature verification", pressing the key F7.

Download and install the QFIL utility and phone drivers on your PC.
Depending on the OS version, run the .bat file.

Download the archive with the official European firmware (for example,) and unpack the files into a random folder.
It is recommended to use the folder path without Cyrillic characters.

Create a backup copy of the EFS partition using these instructions.
ATTENTION!
When installing the European version of the OS, you need to make a backup of this partition on a similar version of the Chinese firmware. For example, when installing Android 6.0 Marshmallow, the backup must also be made on Marshmallow.

Charge your smartphone battery to at least 40%.

Launch the QFIL utility.

In the main program window in the " Select Build Type» select the item « Flat Build».

Then in the section " Select Programmer» click on the button « Browse" and specify the path to the file " prog_emmc_firehose_8992_ddr.mbn/prog_emmc_firehose_8992.mbn».

After that, in the section " Download» click on the button « Load XML" and first select the file " rawprogram0.xml", and then - " patch0.xml».

Connect your phone to your computer via a USB cable.
It is recommended to use an original or good quality cable, as well as the USB 2.0 port located on the motherboard (for PC).

Open the command line and go to the created Android folder with the command “ cd c:\Android\"(commands are written without quotes).

Make sure that the computer finds the device via ADB.
To do this you need to enter " adb devices" to the command line. When a request appears on your phone for permission to debug via ADB on this computer, you must click “ Ok", while selecting the item " Always allow from this computer" If the device is visible, the text “ List of devices attached" and a list of all devices (for example, xxxxxxx device). If instead of “device” it says “offline” or the list is empty, then you need to update ADB, check the drivers/cord, change the USB port/computer.

Reboot the phone into EDL (Emergency Download Mode) using the command “ adb reboot edl»or disconnect the device from the PC, connect it again and, while connecting, hold down the Power button for about 1 second and then release.
IN " Device Manager» the new device should be displayed Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 in the category " Ports (COM and LPT)».

Within 5 seconds after rebooting the device into EDL mode in the QFIL program, press the “ Download" to start the firmware.

At the end of the operation, if everything is done correctly, in the “ Status" the last two lines will contain: " Download Succeed" And " Finish Download».

After flashing, restore the EFS partition from the previously created backup.

After completing all the steps, you need to go through the initial setup, and then dial the code “ ####682# » and select your region.

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Lenovo Vibe X3 32Gb runs an operating system Android 5.1. Its performance is rated 0 out of 5 (in its segment). This smartphone needs further evaluation. Here are the characteristics of the device, instructions on how to reset the settings, flash the device and, of course, how to get root rights to Lenovo

Characteristics

1. Type: smartphone
2. Operating system: Android 5.1
3. Case type: classic
4. Housing material: aluminum and plastic control: touch buttons
5. SIM card type: nano SIM
6. Number of SIM cards: 2
7. Weight: 175 g
8. Dimensions (WxHxD): 76.5x154x9.3 mm
9. Screen type: color IPS, n16.78 million colors, touch
10. Touch screen type: multi-touch, capacitive
11. Diagonal: 5.5 inches.
12. Image size: 1920x1080
13. Automatic screen rotation: yes
14. Scratch-resistant glass: yes
15. Camera: 21 million pixels, LED flash
16. Camera functions: autofocus
17. Video recording: yes
18. Max. video resolution: n3840x2160
19. Front camera: yes, 8 million pixels.
20. Audio: MP3, stereo speakers
21. Headphone Jack: 3.5mm
22. Standard: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, 4G LTE
23. LTE bands support: TDD: Band 38, 40, 41; FDD ; Band 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, n20
24. Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11ac, Bluetooth 4.1, USB
25. Satellite navigation: GPS
26. A-GPS system: yes
27. Processor: nQualcomm Snapdragon 808 MSM8992
28. Number of processor cores: 6
29. Video processor: Adreno 418
30. Built-in memory: 32 GB
31. RAM capacity: 3 GB
32. Memory card slot: yes, up to 128 GB
33. Battery type: nLi-polymer
34. Battery capacity: 3500 mAh
35. Battery: non-removable Talk time: 31 hours
36. Standby time: 618 h
37. Speakerphone (built-in speaker): control available: voice dialing, voice control
38. Airplane mode: yes
39. Sensors: light, proximity, compass, fingerprint reading
40. Features: Lenovo three-microphone system; ESS ES9018K2M DAC; amplifier Lenovo 3xTIOPA1612; Wolfson nWM8281 audio codec
41. Pixels per inch (PPI): 401
42. Flashlight: yes

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Firmware for Lenovo Vibe X3 32Gb

Official Android 5.1 firmware [stock ROM file] -
Lenovo custom firmware -

If custom or official firmware for Lenovo has not yet been added here, then create a topic on the forum, in the section, our specialists will promptly and free of charge, including. with backup and manuals. Just don’t forget to write a review about your smartphone - this is extremely important. Firmware for Lenovo Vibe X3 32Gb will also appear on this page. Please note that this Lenovo model requires an individual ROM file, so you should not try firmware files from other devices.

What custom firmware are there?

1. CM - CyanogenMod
2. LineageOS
3. Paranoid Android
4. OmniROM
5. Temasek's

1. AICP (Android Ice Cold Project)
2. RR (Resurrection Remix)
3. MK(MoKee)
4. FlymeOS
5. Bliss
6. crDroid
7. Illusion ROMS
8. Pacman ROM

Problems and shortcomings of a Lenovo smartphone and how to fix them?

• If the Vibe X3 does not turn on, for example, you see a white screen, hangs on the splash screen, or the notification indicator only blinks (possibly after charging).
• If stuck during update / stuck when turned on (needs flashing, 100%)
• Doesn't charge (usually hardware problems)
• Does not see the SIM card (SIM card)
• The camera does not work (mostly hardware problems)
• The sensor does not work (depends on the situation)

For all these problems, contact (you just need to create a topic), specialists will help for free.

Hard Reset for Lenovo Vibe X3 32Gb

Instructions on how to do a Hard Reset on Lenovo Vibe X3 32Gb (factory reset). We recommend that you familiarize yourself with the visual guide called on Android. .

Reset codes (open the dialer and enter them).

1. *2767*3855#
2. *#*#7780#*#*
3. *#*#7378423#*#*

Hard Reset via Recovery

1. Turn off your device -> go to Recovery
2. "wipe data/factory reset"
3. “yes - delete all user data” -> “Reboot System”

How to log into Recovery?

1. hold down Vol(-) [volume down], or Vol(+) [volume up] and the Power button
2. A menu with the Android logo will appear. That's it, you are in Recovery!

Reset settings on Lenovo Vibe X3 32Gb You can do it in a very simple way:

1. Settings->Backup and reset
2. Reset settings (at the very bottom)

How to reset a pattern key

How to reset the pattern key if you forgot it and now you can’t unlock your Lenovo smartphone. On the Vibe X3 32Gb model, the key or PIN code can be removed in several ways. You can also remove the lock by resetting the settings; the lock code will be deleted and disabled.

1. Reset graph. blocking -
2. Password reset -