The eMMC DL Tool is a utility designed to flash stock firmware on Qualcomm-based Android devices. This guide provides a detailed walkthrough on how to use the eMMC DL Tool to install firmware and restore your device to its original software. Please proceed with caution, as flashing firmware will erase all data from your device. Always back up your important data before proceeding.
Prerequisites: Download and Install
Before you begin the flashing process, you need to download and install the necessary software on your computer.
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Download eMMC DL Tool: First, download the eMMC Download Tool from a reliable source. Once downloaded, extract the tool to a convenient location on your computer. After extraction, you should see a set of files, including the tool application and USB drivers.
eMMC DL Tool extracted files showing application and driver.
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Install USB Drivers: Locate the provided USB drivers within the extracted eMMC DL Tool folder. Install these drivers on your computer. Proper driver installation is crucial for your computer to communicate with your Qualcomm device during the flashing process.
eMMC DL Tool driver setup files for USB connectivity.
Preparing Your Device and Firmware
With the software setup complete, prepare your Android device and ensure you have the correct firmware.
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Power Off Your Device: Completely power off your Qualcomm Android device. This is essential before initiating the flashing process.
Powering off an Android device before flashing firmware.
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Download Stock Firmware: Download the correct stock firmware for your specific Qualcomm device model. Ensure the firmware is compatible with your device. You can often find stock firmware on websites like FirmwareFile or through a general Google search using your device model and “stock firmware.” If you have already downloaded the firmware, you can skip this step.
Launching eMMC DL Tool and Loading Firmware
Now, open the eMMC DL Tool and load the downloaded firmware.
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Open eMMC Download Tool: Locate the extracted eMMC Download Tool folder and open the application to launch it on your computer.
Opening the eMMC DL Tool application on a computer.
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Locate Firmware Folder: Once the eMMC DL Tool is open, click on the […] button. This will allow you to browse your computer and locate the folder where you have saved your downloaded stock firmware. Select the firmware folder to load it into the tool.
eMMC DL Tool interface showing firmware folder selection.
Adding the firmware folder to the eMMC DL Tool for flashing.
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Firmware Loaded: After successfully selecting the firmware folder, the eMMC Tool will load the necessary files. You should see confirmation that the firmware has been added.
Firmware folder successfully loaded in eMMC DL Tool ready for flashing.
Connecting Your Qualcomm Device and Identifying Port
Connect your powered-off device to the computer in EDL mode and identify the COM port.
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Connect Device in EDL Mode: With your device powered off, press and hold both the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons simultaneously. While holding these buttons, connect your device to your computer using a USB cable. This action should boot your device into EDL (Emergency Download) mode, which is necessary for flashing.
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Identify COM Port: Once connected, you need to identify the COM port assigned to your device. To do this, right-click on Computer (or This PC), select Manage, and then go to Device Manager. In Device Manager, expand the Ports (COM & LPT) section. You should see a Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader port listed. Note the port number associated with it (e.g., COM9).
Device Manager showing the COM port for Qualcomm device in EDL mode.
Starting the Flashing Process
With the device connected and port identified, initiate the firmware flashing.
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Enter Port Number in eMMC Tool: In the eMMC Tool, locate the Port Number field and enter the COM port number you identified in Device Manager.
Entering the identified COM port number into eMMC DL Tool.
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Start Flashing: Click on the DL1 button in the eMMC Tool to begin the firmware flashing process.
Clicking the DL1 button in eMMC DL Tool to initiate firmware flashing.
Flashing and Completion
Observe the flashing process and wait for completion.
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Firmware Flashing: The eMMC DL Tool will now start flashing the stock firmware onto your Qualcomm device. You can monitor the progress in the tool interface. Allow the process to complete without interruption.
eMMC DL Tool displaying the firmware flashing progress on a Qualcomm device.
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Flashing Successful: Once the flashing process is complete, you will see a green Pass status message displayed in the eMMC DL Tool. This indicates that the firmware has been successfully flashed to your device.
eMMC DL Tool showing successful firmware flashing with a ‘Pass’ status.
Finishing Up
After successful flashing, disconnect your device and close the tool.
- Close eMMC Tool and Disconnect Device: Close the eMMC DL Tool application on your computer. Disconnect your Qualcomm mobile device from the computer by unplugging the USB cable.
Congratulations! Your Qualcomm Android device has now been successfully flashed with the stock firmware using the eMMC DL Tool. You can now power on your device and it should be running the newly installed stock ROM.
Notes:
- This tutorial is applicable for flashing stock firmware on all types of Qualcomm devices.
- Caution: Flashing stock firmware using the eMMC Tool will erase all your personal data from the device. Ensure you have a backup before proceeding.
- Credits: The eMMC DL Tool is developed and distributed by Foneric, Inc. Full credit for the tool goes to them for making it available for free.