0 Root and Custom Recovery for Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc LT15i

When it comes to style, Song Ericsson Xperia Arc LT15i is second to none. The overall performance of the device is quite good. While it has faced a great deal of competition from devices that feature dual core & quad core devices, it still has a following. When it comes to optimization of the hardware, there are lots of tweaks, custom ROM and mods available. In order to get more from your Xperia Arc, users can root the device and install custom recovery.



(http://www.androidtuition.com/clockworkmod-recovery-auto-root-galaxy-note-2-gt-n7100/) for installation of custom ROMs. So, if you are a niche and loyal follower of Song Ericsson, this procedure might be a good reward for you.

Caution : When you follow this procedure, your warranty will be voided. When you are installing such features, they focus on the internal hardware-so beware of what you are going to do. We shall not be responsible for any issue that might arise due to the installation.

Specifications
1. The procedure works only on Sony Ericsson Xperia Arc LT15i
2. A PC with Windows installed.
3. Your computer should also have the important drivers (usb drivers) for the device.
4. Before proceeding with the installation, make a backup. This backup should be for your personal data like contacts, messages and settings.
5. Also set “Enable” for USB debugging. This can be done by going to “Settings” and then “Applications”. Proceed to “Development” and then “USB Debugging”. Check it to enable it.
6.  Apart from the USB debugging, also enable the Unknown Sources. Go to “Menu” and then “Settings Applications”. Following that, check “Unknown Sources in order to enable it.

Procedure

A) For Rooting

Download the DooMLoRD rooting script (http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=761956&d=1319631837).
Since the file is a compressed one, unzip it to a folder on your PC.
Now connect your device to the computer through a USB cable. The mode on your phone should be “Charge only”.
Go to the folder where the files were extracted and double click “RunMe.Bat”. Proceed with the instructions that come onscreen for rooting process.
When the rooting procedure has been accomplished, restart your device.
You can confirm the rooting by downloading an app like SuperUser (free).

B) ClockWorkMod Recovery

The ClockWorkMod Recovery can be installed by trying any two options that we have given.
Recovery 5.0.2.6

You would have to download the recovery file (http://www.mediafire.com/?73xv18tht0e8zt4) on to your computer.
The file is a compressed one so unzip it and save the data in a folder in your computer.
Using your USB cable, connect your device and computer.
In the folder where you extracted the files, ‘run install-cwm1.cmd’.
Proceed as the instructions come on the screen and ClockworkMod Recovery would be installed on your device.
Detach the device from your computer.

Installing via Xperia CWM Auto Installer
People might have a fear element when it comes to the manual installation, since the “human” factor can mess it up. For this case, you can try the Xperia CWM Auto Installer app. This is an automated installer. This can be downloaded from XDA (http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=850330&d=1326200480). For initiating the installation, simply run the app and hit the “Install” button. ClockworkMod recovery is now going to be installed on your device.