If you happen to own a Black Shark 2 Pro and want to root it or install any custom OS of your choice, then, first of all, you have to unlock its bootloader. Usually, OEM doesn’t allow modification on the device, so it keeps the bootloader unlocked. So, we can assume that unlocking the bootloader is the first step to perform any customization on the device. Once you unlock Bootloader on Black Shark 2 Pro, the things like rooting or installing third-party ROMs will be fairly easier.

Now, you might be wondering how to do it.? Well, we have made it simple for you. We will make use of a tool called Mi Flash Unlock, which we have ut up in this guide. All you need to do is download the tool and use it to unlock Bootloader on Black Shark 2 Pro.

Device Overview

The Xiaomi Black Shark 2 Pro is a gaming smartphone released in August 2019. It comes with the latest Snapdragon 855 chipset from Qualcomm. The device has an AMOLED display of 6.3-inches with a 1080 x 2340  pixel resolution. The user will experience Android 9.0 Pie OS on the Black Shark 2 Pro. Being a gaming machine, it comes with options for 8 GB and 12 GB RAM. With the former memory option, you only get 128 GB of in-built storage. However, if you opt for the top memory variant you will have two alternatives for 128 and 256 GB ROM. There is no provision for expansion of the storage.

The Black Shark 2 Pro comes with a 4000mAh battery system with fast-charging support upto 27W. The camera section of the device packs a dual camera of 48 MP (wide)+12 MP (telephoto)on the rear which further teams up with a 20 MP of selfie camera with HDR support.

What is Bootloader unlocking?

Steps to unlock bootloader on Black Shark 2 Pro

Pre-Requisites

  • Make sure to charge your device up to 50% or more before unlocking its bootloader
  • A PC
  • A USB cable to connect the phone to the system
  • Always remember to take the backup of your device data.

Instructions to install

Warning

Required downloads

  • Download and install the Mi Flash Unlock tool
  • Install the correct Xiaomi USB Drivers.
  • Download ADB and Fastboot Tools on your system.