22.02.2013   RIFF JTAG – Vodafone 858 Smart (Huawei U8160) Unbrick – Dead boot repair supported

Resurrecting Huawei U8160 is simple.
Connection can be established with charger connected while battery is inside.

To resurrect Huawei U8160:

•  Solder JTAG cable to Huawei U8160 JTAG pads;
•  Connect Huawei U8160 tablet’s charger for power;
•  Make sure Huawei U8160 is selected in the list of models;
•  Click Resurrect button;
•  Wait till software signals a successful operation completion;
•  De-solder JTAG wires;

Now device is in bootable condition, that is, even if it does not start up normally, you can flash it using known flashing methods.

To enter download mode:

•  Disconnect PC cable;
•  Insert battery;
•  Hold ‘Volume Down’ key and press ‘Power ON’ button.

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