How to Install ClockworkMod Recovery on the Xperia ZL

Xperia ZL, although being a new device, has been able to get some attention from the developers and as a result, we now have several custom ROMs that are available exclusively for this device. Getting these custom ROMs installed on the device is not a big dl, all you’re gonna need is a custom recovery and you’re good to go. This guide should help you how you can install ClockworkMod Recovery on your Xperia ZL so you can begin flashing ROMs right away!By EditAndroidI. Before You Begin:1. You must have done ourHow to Root the Xperia ZLprocedure.2. This works for the10.1.A.1.350 firmware only.3. You must have unlocked bootloader of your device. You can do so fromhere.II. Downloading Required Files:1.Advanced Stock Kernel2.FastbootIII. Installing ClockworkMod Recovery on the Xperia ZL:1. Download and place both the files onto your Desktop.2. Extract files from theFastbootarchive to your Desktop.3. Turn ON the USB debugging option on your device by going toMenu>>Settings>>Developer options>>USB debugging.4. Once enabled, connect your device to your PC via USB cable.5. Launch a Command Prompt Window on the Desktop of your PC. To do so, press and hold theShiftbutton on your board and right-click on any blank ar on the screen, then chooseOpen command window here.6. Type in following command into the Command Prompt Window:adb reboot bootloader7. Your device will reboot into the bootloader mode.8. Once inside bootloader mode, enter the following command into Command Prompt. Make sure to replacekernel.imgwith the actual name of the you downloaded.fastboot flash boot kernel.img9. Once the file’s flashed, reboot your device.10. And you’re all set!Awesome! You’ve successfully installed ClockworkMod Recovery on your Xperia ZL and now comes the time to flash some ROMs!