Mt6580-android-scatter.txt [ SECURE | 2027 ]
partition_index: SYS10 partition_name: LOGO file_name: logo.bin is_download: true type: NORMAL_ROM linear_start_addr: 0x3dc0000 physical_start_addr: 0x3dc0000 partition_size: 0x800000 region: EMMC_USER
| Partition | Size (hex) | Size (MB) | Region | Contents | |-----------|-----------|-----------|--------|----------| | PRELOADER | 0x40000 | 0.25 | BOOT_1 | First-stage bootloader | | MBR | 0x80000 | 0.5 | USER | Master Boot Record | | EBR1 | 0x80000 | 0.5 | USER | Extended Boot Record 1 | | PRO_INFO | 0x300000 | 3 | USER | Factory prod info | | NVRAM | 0x500000 | 5 | USER | IMEI, Wi-Fi MAC, BT addr | | PROTECT_F | 0xA00000 | 10 | USER | Protected data (factory) | | PROTECT_S | 0xA00000 | 10 | USER | Protected data (safe) | | SECCFG | 0x20000 | 0.125 | USER | Security config | | UBOOT | 0x60000 | 0.375 | USER | U-Boot / LK | | BOOTIMG | 0x1000000 | 16 | USER | Kernel + ramdisk | | RECOVERY | 0x1000000 | 16 | USER | Recovery image | | SEC_RO | 0x600000 | 6 | USER | Secure ROM | | MISC | 0x80000 | 0.5 | USER | Misc (bootloader msg) | | LOGO | 0x800000 | 8 | USER | Boot logo | | EXPDB | 0xA00000 | 10 | USER | Exp DB (debug) | | ANDROID | 0x... | varies | USER | system.img (system) | | CACHE | 0x... | varies | USER | Cache | | USRDATA | 0x... | rest | USER | User data + internal storage |
: This header ensures the Flash Tool doesn't try to push code meant for a different chipset (like the MT6735), which would cause a hard brick. partition_index : The sequential order of the storage blocks. linear_start_addr : The exact hex address (e.g., 0x12000000 mt6580-android-scatter.txt
A Scatter.txt file is a text file that contains information about the layout of the firmware components on a MediaTek-based device. It serves as a map, guiding the flashing tool (such as SP Flash Tool) on how to distribute and load the various parts of the firmware onto the device's memory. The Scatter.txt file is specific to each device and SoC, as it reflects the unique memory architecture and firmware requirements of the device.
- partition_index: SYS1 partition_name: PRO_INFO file_name: pro_info.bin is_download: true linear_start_addr: 0x60000 ... partition_index: SYS10 partition_name: LOGO file_name: logo
When opened in a text editor (like Notepad++), a typical MT6580_Android_scatter.txt file contains several crucial sections:
the scatter file is the to performing these operations safely and successfully. | rest | USER | User data +
For MT6580 devices specifically—powering millions of budget-friendly phones across the globe—mastering the scatter file is the gateway to true device customization and repair. With the knowledge you have gained here, you are now equipped to navigate the world of MediaTek flashing safely and effectively.
This section at the top of the file outlines the basic, device-wide parameters of the device.
Even if both devices use the MT6580 chipset, partition layouts and addresses vary by manufacturer and model.