Flash responsibly. Always verify your firmware files before using AutoLoader.
If the CMD window says "Connecting to Bootrom," turn the device on. The LED should turn green, and the CMD window will start displaying progress (lines of text moving quickly). Wait for Completion:
Double-click the verified .exe autoloader file on your Windows PC. A black command-line window will appear displaying the text: Connecting to Bootrom . Step 3: Connect the Device
The device will show a setup wizard. Skip through to verify touch, keyboard, and radio function.
Factory Images vs. Regular Updates: An Autoloader is not a simple update package. It is a full . When you run it, it performs a low-level format of the device's partitions before installing the OS. This has a profound impact:
This indicates a hardware mismatch or a corrupted download. Pull the battery, verify your device model, re-verify the file checksum, and try a different source.
You may now proceed with flashing using the official AutoLoader.exe method.
A blinking green light usually indicates the device is waiting for a secure connection. Try a different USB port (preferably a USB 2.0 port instead of USB 3.0) and an original cable.
The Autoloader console window will open and display the text "Connecting to Bootrom:".
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