I am trying to install /e/ on a Redmi Note 9 whose bootloader I just unlocked (can confirm that unlocked logo appears at boot time).
I can successfully boot to fastboot by holding down and power buttons at the same time.
I can successfully flash latest merlinx recovery image in fastboot mode
However I can’t seem to be able to land on the recovery. I tried powering it off, then pressing up + power, I tried pressing up + power from fastboot, I tried issuing fastboot reboot recovery command from fastboot. I tried various combos with keeping the usb cable connected or not. Every single time I ended up on main MIUI OS.
I am pretty sure the devil is in the detail as I remember when I flashed my Samsung tablet having similar issues. Has anyone installed /e/ on redmi note9 [merlinx] and can help me finding the right sequence to land on recovery rom? Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Just like a Samsung you need find a way to boot into recovery without allowing the phone to complete a “normal” shutdown / restart cycle which will cause the new recovery to be overwritten. [1] So you probably need to flash the recovery again if it fails to start.
Yes i was reflashing the recovery at every attempt.
I finally managed to do it, but after having fastboot flashing the stock rom to the earliest version I could find:
12.5.1.0.RJOEUXM
Not sure if it is the reason or I just mastered better my finger sequence. I unplugged the usb cable, and then pressed up + power until it vibrated then maintained up button until the Redmi logo. Hope this helps someone.
I had recovery booting issues too, following the exact instructions (Power+Up until you see the vendor logo (Xiaomi in this case) and the release Power and hold Up until the recovery screen appears) is the solution.