39 lines
1.8 KiB
Markdown
39 lines
1.8 KiB
Markdown
## Access EDL mode
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EDL (Emergency Download) mode is used in Qualcomm-based devices for unbricking/flashing purposes. EDL mode bypasses the bootloader and MiFlash can interact with it. There are several ways to access EDL mode but they usually require the bootloader to be unlocked.
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**Note: EDL mode is not accessible on locked devices that were released in 2017 or later.**
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### ADB/Fastboot method
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1. Download and launch the Xiaomi ADB/Fastboot Tools from [here](Tools_for_Xiaomi_devices.md).
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2. Connect the device in ADB or Fastboot mode. See the instructions [here](https://saki-eu.github.io/XiaomiADBFastbootTools/).
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3. Reboot the device to EDL mode by clicking Reboot device to EDL in the top menu.
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4. Upon entering EDL mode, the phone's screen should turn blank and the notification LED might also be blinking.
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To exit EDL mode, hold the Power button for 5-10 seconds.
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### Fastboot method for the Redmi Note 3 SD / Special Edition
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1. Download and extract [this package](https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24591000424940129) on your PC.
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2. Enter fastboot mode by holding Power and Vol- at the same time. Wait until the Mi Bunny appears, then connect the device to the PC.
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3. Run reboot.bat in the extracted package. A command prompt will appear. Press a key to reboot the device to EDL mode.
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4. Upon entering EDL mode, the phone's screen should turn blank and the notification LED might also be blinking.
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To exit EDL mode, hold the Power button for about 10 seconds.
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### Recovery menu method for the Redmi 3/4 series
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1. Enter the recovery menu by holding Power and Vol+ at the same time until recovery menu comes up.
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2. In the recovery menu, select Download Mode.
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3. Upon entering EDL mode, the phone's screen should turn blank and the notification LED might also be blinking.
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To exit EDL mode, hold the Power button for about 10 seconds. |