Fastboot Device state: locked (unlockable)

n3t_admin

helpos you just need to boot into the bootloader and proceed with the flashing in the web installer, no other steps have to be repeated.

helpos

n3t_admin It’s a bit confusing… I just want to make sure I understand this correctly. So, you’re saying that when I unlocked the bootloader, all my data was erased. But then, what exactly happened when the flash release failed? Are the factory images (the downloaded release) still stored on the Pixel, even though I had to go through the factory reset process (or so is seems)?

Much appreciated :)

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de0u

helpos When I was trying to get back into the bootloader screen, I noticed that my Pixel might have done a factory reset on its own (I now have to select language, time zone, etc. — just like when I first turned it on).

Unlocking the bootloader wipes the user data partition. Also, locking the bootloader wipes the user data partition.

helpos Does it mean I have to start completely from scratch (except the unlocking part), or should I be fine just hitting “Flash Release” on a new device?

If launch the web installer from some device other than the Chromebook, you will need to do basically the entire process from the start. In particular, you will need to download a release, and you will need to put the device into fastboot mode.

Basically, always start from the beginning ("a very good place to start").

helpos

de0u gotcha. thank you so much for your patience :) I'll keep pushing

de0u

helpos I just want to make sure I understand this correctly. So, you’re saying that when I unlocked the bootloader, all my data was erased.

Yes. Unlocking or locking the bootloader wipes the user data partition. There is a warning at that step! During the installation process it is important to read every word of what is displayed for each step.

helpos But then, what exactly happened when the flash release failed? Are the factory images (the downloaded release) still stored on the Pixel, even though I had to go through the factory reset process (or so is seems)?

The downloaded factory release image was never stored on the Pixel, and won't be. The installer will place various pieces of the release image on the Pixel.

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