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barev · 02-16-06, 10:28 AM

Hi, guys!!!

I have a really big problem with my X50v. I recently downloaded the ROM images from the first post and yesterday tried the SD Flasher function. Flashing WM2003SE without changing the bootloader worked like a charm. I however wanted to test flashing to WM5 although I had already done that with Active Sync before using the update CD and I wasn't satisfied with the performance and stability of the new OS in its current implementation on X50v (I've also signed the petition). However that appeared to be my biggest mistake as after I updated the bootloader and saw the message to hard reset the device, my X50v suddenly became absolutely dead. Right now I am not able to start nor the SD flasher neither the Diagnostic utility. And this is not due to the fact that I am not using the correct timing for the buttons as before the incident I was able to invoke both modes without any second tries.
I am sure I haven't messed up the boot loader as after flashing it I got a success screen advising to hard-reset the device. The only way I could mess it up is if the files published in the first post (and particularly the WM5 bootloader) are corrupted. The device does not turn at all (I guess that is normal with a WM5 bootloader and a WM2003SE ROM Image) but the service modes (SD flash and Diagnostics) do not work, too. If I pace it in the cradle the battery would charge but that is all.

Does anyone know if the bootloader for WM5 avaiable from the first post is functional or not and how would it be possible to revive my device. I would be really grateful if any resolution is possible. Otherwise my X50v would be just a fancy piece of plastic.

@Zhen, I can re-upload the files once I get back from the office but I need a confirmation from the author - domme that the bootloaders are not corrupt and if someone has tested them.

02-16-06, 10:28 AM	#169 (permalink)
barev Aximsite Prospect Join Date: Dec 2005 Posts: 11 Thanked 0 Times in 0 Posts	Hi, guys!!! I have a really big problem with my X50v. I recently downloaded the ROM images from the first post and yesterday tried the SD Flasher function. Flashing WM2003SE without changing the bootloader worked like a charm. I however wanted to test flashing to WM5 although I had already done that with Active Sync before using the update CD and I wasn't satisfied with the performance and stability of the new OS in its current implementation on X50v (I've also signed the petition). However that appeared to be my biggest mistake as after I updated the bootloader and saw the message to hard reset the device, my X50v suddenly became absolutely dead. Right now I am not able to start nor the SD flasher neither the Diagnostic utility. And this is not due to the fact that I am not using the correct timing for the buttons as before the incident I was able to invoke both modes without any second tries. I am sure I haven't messed up the boot loader as after flashing it I got a success screen advising to hard-reset the device. The only way I could mess it up is if the files published in the first post (and particularly the WM5 bootloader) are corrupted. The device does not turn at all (I guess that is normal with a WM5 bootloader and a WM2003SE ROM Image) but the service modes (SD flash and Diagnostics) do not work, too. If I pace it in the cradle the battery would charge but that is all. Does anyone know if the bootloader for WM5 avaiable from the first post is functional or not and how would it be possible to revive my device. I would be really grateful if any resolution is possible. Otherwise my X50v would be just a fancy piece of plastic. @Zhen, I can re-upload the files once I get back from the office but I need a confirmation from the author - domme that the bootloaders are not corrupt and if someone has tested them.