In Manila, Philippines, Alex uses his Digma Plane 1713T 3G tablet for mobile news reading and messaging. After an interrupted system update, his device entered an endless boot loop and mobile data stopped working. With help from local tech forums and XDA insights, he restored his tablet using the official MT8321 V7.0 firmware.
User Experience: Alex’s Recovery Journey
👤 Profile
Alex is a Filipino journalist who relies on quick access to news apps. His tablet froze mid-update and refused to boot. He shared logs on local forums (“PinoyTechTalk”) and XDA, prompting community-driven solutions documented here.
Firmware Package & Device Details
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Firmware File | Digma_Plane_1713T_3G_MT8321_7.0.zip (1 GB) |
| Android Version | 7.0 Nougat |
| Key Files | MT8321_Plane1713T_scatter.txt, boot.img, system.img, userdata.img |
Device Specifications
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Digma Plane 1713T 3G |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT8321 (Quad-core 1.3 GHz Cortex-A7) |
| GPU | Mali-400 MP2 |
| RAM/Storage | 1 GB RAM / 8 GB eMMC |
| Display | 7″ IPS 1024×600 |
| Battery | 3500 mAh Li-Polymer |
⚠️ Critical Warning
Flashing without preserving nvram can erase IMEI data, disabling mobile connectivity. Always back up nvram partitions first.
Required Tools & Drivers
- SP Flash Tool v5.1912
- MediaTek USB VCOM Drivers v1.0.25
- Windows 10 PC, USB 2.0 cable
- Disable antivirus, use direct USB port
Refer to our comprehensive MediaTek flashing guide: How to Flash Stock Firmware to MediaTek MTK Smartphones.
Step-by-Step Flashing Procedure
- Backup NVRAM:
- In SP Flash Tool → Readback → add
nvrampartition → click → save backup.
- In SP Flash Tool → Readback → add
- Load Scatter File:
- Select
MT8321_Plane1713T_scatter.txtvia Scatter-loading.
- Select
- Configure Download Mode:
- Uncheck
preloader→ choose Download Only → save profile “Plane1713T-7.0”.
- Uncheck
- Connect Device:
- Power off tablet → hold Volume Up + Power → connect USB → wait for COMx detection.
- Execute Flash:
- Click Download → monitor progress → complete when “Download OK”.
- First Boot:
- Disconnect → power on → allow up to 4 minutes → verify mobile data under Settings → About Tablet.
Recovery Results
✅ Success Metrics
- Boot Loop Resolved: Device boots in 45 s
- Mobile Data Restored: LTE and SIM detected
- System Stability: No crashes over 24 h testing
- User Feedback: Alex resumed news reading and messaging seamlessly
Advanced Tips & Community Resources
- Monitor Philippine tech forums for APN and CSC tweaks
- Explore XDA for MT8321 performance patches
- Use SP Flash Tool’s Format on UDISK only if storage corruption persists
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