Never flash persist.img from another device. Never flash nvme.img . You will permanently lose IMEI and unlock codes.
Before flashing, run fastboot getvar all and screenshot the output. Save your original persist , nvme , and version partitions via dd if you have root.
Since Fastboot requires individual image files ( .img ), you must extract the UPDATE.APP package: Use a tool like . Extract essential partitions, specifically: BOOT.img (Kernel) SYSTEM.img (Android OS) RECOVERY.img (Recovery mode) USERDATA.img (User data/apps) 3. Flashing Process Step 1: Enter Fastboot Mode Turn off your device.
: You must have the correct firmware for your specific model. Standard Huawei firmware comes as an UPDATE.APP file, which cannot be flashed directly via fastboot; it must be extracted first. 2. Extraction of Firmware
Ensure your phone has at least 60% charge to prevent it from powering off mid-process.
Here is the brutal truth:
Once all partitions are finished, reboot your device: fastboot reboot Troubleshooting Common Issues
Navigate to the folder on your PC where you extracted the .img files.
This usually means your bootloader is locked. You cannot flash custom or stock images via Fastboot if the "Phone Locked" status is visible on the Fastboot screen.
fastboot flash version version.img