Unlock bootload (asus zenfone max pro m1)
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I am trying to install custom rom (ubuntu touch at first) on my device:
Asus zenfone Max pro M1 - ZB602KL (dual sim)But, i can't unlock oem (bootload ?)
I try many way to solve it :
1 - become developer of the device
then, Unlock usb debugging (no problem) and unlock oem (but, THE CASE DON'T EXISTE on the parameters)2 - So, I tap ##CHECKIN## on the phone interface (I get the return "checkin succed"), but the case "oem unlock" not appeared.
3 - I tried to unlock with a unlock tool (https://www.thecustomdroid.com/unlock-bootloader-install-twrp-root-asus-zenfone-max-pro-m1/), but it doesn't works :
sometime, the bootloader shutdown and ask to reboot, sometime, the phone reset, but nothing more...4 - I tried various fastboot commandes :
fastboot oem unlock - 'unknown command'
fastboot flashing unlock - 'unknown command'5 - I tried some rooting apps :
ASUS "official" Unlock Tool
Magisk
Kingo root
... but doesn't worksNota :
I notice the UBport installer detect my kernel as ASUS_X00T_2 (and it is)
I notices that the fastboot commandes not always work : the commande 'fastboot oem device-info
' give sometime 'FAILED - unknown command' an sometime the answer needed... (without reason)
I read that the AMD processor of my computer can cause difficulties with ASUS's fastboot mode...Is there an other solution to unlock the bootloader ?
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@DJac The only way to unlock the bootloader is to use the unlock tool. There is no other way round it.
- Download this zip(you already have) and you'll get 2 folders 'unlock' and drivers
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1YpezCedaRWGDS9WW7UaXXyyBod0Bk5qp - Install the drivers and go the 'unlock' folder
- Reboot your phone to fastboot mode by pressing volume up + power on at the same time.
- Connect it to pc and open unlock.bat in 'unlock' folder
- Done
You need a windows machine to run it, it is easier. I had issues getting it to run in Linux. The Windows drivers can be flakey too, so your device may not be seen by the PC in fastboot.
When you connect the device to the PC in fastboot mode, make sure it is detected and run the "unlock.cmd" and the bootloader will unlock. Shutdown the device and start it up again and set up Android.
EDIT - check here
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7.... And more...
I have too many devices... - Download this zip(you already have) and you'll get 2 folders 'unlock' and drivers
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@MrT10001 Thank you.
I already tried this method, but, not with your files... So to be continued...
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@MrT10001 So
1st time : the bootloader shutdown with this laconic message "press any key to shut down"
2nd time : the commande windows close quickely and... nothing apprently. I push the recovery image (fastboot flash recovery XXX.img) - return to the "laconic message". But now, the 'fastboot device' commande obtain unidentify device ('????????? fastboot')
3th time : same as the 1st, but i return to bootload mode. And the phone reboot (as factory reset)
When i whant to flash recovery :
'Warning: skip copying recovery image avb footer (recovery partition size: 0, recovery image size: 27062272)' > I think it is the problème with my computer -
Infact, when i check 'fastboot devices', the next fastboot command give always the "laconic message" on the phone (black windows with "press any key to shutdown").
The other command seems not having this problem -
@DJac The bootloader looks like it is unlocked. Boot into Android and set it up - make sure everything works.
Then reboot to fastboot and install the TWRP image.
Then power off. then using the button combo to get to recovery, volume down and power - keep the volume down pressed until you reach TWRP.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 7.... And more...
I have too many devices... -
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@MrT10001 the result :
PS C:\Users\jacde> fastboot flash recovery "D:\Téléphone\T3 - Asus zenfone max pro M1\Test\twrp-3.2.3-0-X00T-20181214.img"
Warning: skip copying recovery image avb footer (recovery partition size: 0, recovery image size: 27062272).
Sending 'recovery' (26428 KB)
nothing appened after that....'fastboot flashing get_unlock_ability' give :
(bootloader) get_unlock_ability: 0
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@DJac Yes it's an ASUS phone, you have to unlock the bootloader through the unlock tool. Try fastboot boot recovery.img and see what happens.
This phone was not easy to work out, that’s why I put up what worked for me in the forum and it has worked every time.
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@MrT10001 Thankyou !! It works !
you are right : it works only with ubunutu (Lubuntu for me). that's doesn't works with debian (or windows). -
@DJac Is it up and running with Ubuntu Touch?
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@MrT10001 I can't install ubport on my 32bits ubuntu computer. and it don't work with my debian computer... so, I'm looking for others solution.
I have a probleme to install postmarketOS too.
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I am trying to unlock the bootloader of my Asus device. Can you guys help me? Are there any ways which I can still use in 2026??
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@MadDino Check here. Download the unlock.rar file (link still works). You don't need to root the device for UT. Follow these instructions and you need a Windows PC:
*DATA WILL BE WIPED SO MAKE A BACKUP
- Download this zip(you already have) and you'll get 2 folders 'unlock' and drivers
https://drive.google.com/open?id=1YpezCedaRWGDS9WW7UaXXyyBod0Bk5qp - Install the drivers and go the 'unlock' folder
- Reboot your phone to fastboot mode by pressing volume up + power on at the same time.
- Connect it to pc and open unlock.bat in 'unlock' folder
- Done*
- Download this zip(you already have) and you'll get 2 folders 'unlock' and drivers
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@MrT10001 hey..
thanks for this. i tried but it just does not seem to work.
all i get is
Begin fastboot flashall
Earse Data: Yes
Support All deviceI do not know what else to do!!
And the bootloader shutdown with this laconic message "press any key to shut down"
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@MadDino Start the device up and the bootloader should be unlocked.
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@MrT10001 unfortunately not
All my data is still there and I don't see any bootloader unlocked warning or anything
Could it be because of my build number or security patch?
I am using Android 9 with September 2020 security patch
Build number is WW 16.2017 -
@MadDino The build number should not make a difference. Try running it in an administrative command prompt and run the command with ./ In front.
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@MrT10001 i see. Does the cable which I am using for the connection make any difference?
I tried it using Linux mint and also Windows 11 (fresh Asus driver installation)
Still facing the same issue on all platforms
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