yesterday i upgraded my qtek 9000 and a brand new x7500. i want to install the 3.0 version on it. but ive read that i first have to unlock my x7500 before i can install 3.0. can someone send me a tutorial or something to do this? i really don t know where to start.......
Is your device locked to a specific mobile carier? Then you need to Unlock for using with other cariers.
Not sure if ROM upgrades require unlocking but they need HardSPL which is often found along with the ROM upgrade or in this forum separately.
Carty said:
Is your device locked to a specific mobile carier? Then you need to Unlock for using with other cariers.
Not sure if ROM upgrades require unlocking but they need HardSPL which is often found along with the ROM upgrade or in this forum separately.
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hi. My device is NOT locked by a mobile carier. What is hardSPL?
For "unlock" your device you need the Athena Unlocker:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=315831
Without this you cant update an other ROM to your device.
Here is a wiki page about the hardslp (for hermes, sorry):
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=Hermes_HardSPL
More questions?
bye
can i add you to my msn so we can talk for 10 minutes? I need some more info
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There are plenty of threads on the subject - and everything is covered. If not then post questions here.
I really hate it when people ask to add me to MSN to answer questions because they can't be assed to RTFM
All I wanted was to have some direct (fast) chat. SORRY
I have bought an original HTC X7500 (not locked by any mobile carier, i think). All I would like to know are some basis steps WHAT I need to do in order to upgrade to 3.0 PK.
I ve just checked something and can give the following infomation. Maybe you guys can make something of this and what I will need to do:
ATHE100
IPL-v1.00
ATHE100
SPL-v1.10.0000
Have you actually read http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=346221 ?
there are tutorials including a video already on this available on this subject, read the thread that has been suggested and do a search for unlocker.
sorry if that sounds rude but theres plenty been written on this already lots of times, without people having to repeat themselves over and again
the video is very self explanatory
again guys, I m really sorry
So if I understand correctly I need OliPro's hardspl OR unlocker found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=316846 and here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=315831.
Is it correct if I say that the unlocker does a SIMunlock AND CIDunlock, and the hardspl only does CIDunlock?
So now I only have to do is find out IF my device is SIMlocked or not? Do you maybe give me a hint how to check this?
Correct things if I m wrong please, and again, sorry......
If it's an HTC it won't be SIM locked - only carriers lock the phones to themselves.
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I have bought an original HTC X7500 (not locked by any mobile carier, i think). All I would like to know are some basis steps WHAT I need to do in order to upgrade to 3.0 PK.
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1. Go to wiki, read everything concerning unlocker, upgrading rom, and radio. Read it carefully. If you're completely clueless, it's not going to give you a complete walkthrough, but should be read.
2. Go here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=316846
Read first post and download Athena wrapper. Put all downloads in a folder you can easily find and distinguish from any roms or unlockers you may download.
3. Go here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=319993
Download a radio. I'm using 1.50.00.00, i'm not sure where the new one is. Try different ones though, once your comfortable with the process, they say some radios work better in different areas.
4. Go here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=346221
Read ALL of the first to posts. Download the ROM file. I would suggest the add-ons too, and see which ones you like.
5. You will have to extract all of these files. You will need Winrar to unpack the rom.
6. Backup any data you want to keep from your Athena. Remove mini SD and SIM. Hard reset your Athena, and select to format microdrive.
7. Be sure your Athena is fully charged. I don't think it has to be a complete charge, but it won't hurt. At least 60%.
8. Turn off all energy save options on your Athena. You don't want it to power down halfway through the operation. You will also need to disable any sleep\hibernatin modes on your PC.
9. You will need ActiveSync 4.5, Windows xp, and .net2.0 framework with all servicepacks. If your not sure about the framework, go to micrsoft and search for a download. Run the installer, if it says its already installed, select 'repair.' This is more than likely not necessary, but it won't hurt anything. Connect Athena to PC, and wait until its fully synchronized.
10. Run the Athena Wrapper. Follow all instructions. Its very simple, but do EXACTLY as it says.
11. Run the RUU file in the radio folder, follow all instructions.
12. Run the RUU file in the AP3 rom folder. Follow all instructions.
13. If desired, extract and run the add-ons.
14. Donate to Athena Project, or Pawel, or Olipro, or somebody.
15. If you screw this up, don't tell anyone, I wouldn't anyway.
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I have a new (refurb) Cingular 8525. Ihave been doing a lot of reading and research. The amount of information available here, Is damn near intimidating. The first thing I need to do is flash the radio. The shipped version is 1.16.00.00, and the signal strength is terrible. Since everyone here, sends the newbies to Mr Vanx tutorials that is where I started. I flashed to Olipro 2.10. And my bootloader confirms the flash worked. The next step is to flash the radio. But his instructions say to use autodetect. This does not work. So I went to the Olipro post for v7 and he says in his instructions that autodetect will no longer work, force SSL. But later in that thread when this question is asked, the person is told that if he knows that it is 2.10, then check that box and the one that says is it hard SPL. When I try that it warns that it is for version 1.11...etc. I would really appreciate some good advice. Thank you in advance, for reading this far.
badbert said:
I have a new (refurb) Cingular 8525. Ihave been doing a lot of reading and research. The amount of information available here, Is damn near intimidating. The first thing I need to do is flash the radio. The shipped version is 1.16.00.00, and the signal strength is terrible. Since everyone here, sends the newbies to Mr Vanx tutorials that is where I started. I flashed to Olipro 2.10. And my bootloader confirms the flash worked. The next step is to flash the radio. But his instructions say to use autodetect. This does not work. So I went to the Olipro post for v7 and he says in his instructions that autodetect will no longer work, force SSL. But later in that thread when this question is asked, the person is told that if he knows that it is 2.10, then check that box and the one that says is it hard SPL. When I try that it warns that it is for version 1.11...etc. I would really appreciate some good advice. Thank you in advance, for reading this far.
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The conflict is actually that the custom_ruu has been updated to properly auto detect. You can either A) get the new Custom_RUU (and that should work) or B) just select Oli2.10 and check the box for HardSPL and keep going.
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The conflict is actually that the custom_ruu has been updated to properly auto detect. You can either A) get the new Custom_RUU (and that should work) or B) just select Oli2.10 and check the box for HardSPL and keep going.
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Thank you for your prompt reply. And forgive me for questioning your advice. Is the latest radio 1.50 packaged with the latest Custom RUU? I downloaded the one from This Thread in the resources sticky. And it still could not query the device. And if I try the method you suggested it gives me the following warning:
"Please be aware that this flasher is intended solely for SPL 1.11 and you MUST have 1.11 Hard-SPL installed in order to flash any unsigned files."
Thanks in advance for any help you can provide.
I have flashed my "Wizard" literally (see my signature) hundreds of times. With only a couple of minor errors. I would like to upgrade to WM6, in the very near future. But I paid too much money to brick this sucker!! (Read: My wife would kill me!)
Anyone else have any insight to this? I'm having the same gut wrenching inhibitions about trying out the vp3g rom because of this
"Please be aware that this flasher is intended solely for SPL 1.11 and you MUST have 1.11 Hard-SPL installed in order to flash any unsigned files"
error in the RUU
The RUU from that thread should autodetect, but if it isn't you may have a comm error with your USB. I am 99% sure you can just select and go, but I won't bet your Hermes on it. With HardSPL you are virtually brick-proof. If you use force SSPL, you will bypass HardSPL. I would do the following:
1. While NOT connected to USB, put the phone in bootloader mode
2. Connect the phone to the USB (this will prevent ActiveSync from hogging the port).
3. Start the RUU
4. Manually select Olipro 2.1
5. Do it.
Worked perfectly.. that little notice just made me a bit nervous
No worries - a good craftsman measures twice and cuts once.
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Worked perfectly.. that little notice just made me a bit nervous
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Did my quoting the "whole notice" lead you to this post?
Yes, actually!
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Yes, actually!
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I wish more people would post like that things would be so much easier to find, Instead we have 3 gazillion posts that say "Somebody help me please!"
The Hermes Wiki needs to be updated as the old Custom RUU is posted and Olipro new RUU is only available in the thread mentioned above. I discovered this a while back and figured it would be changed by now. Leaving the old RUU on the Wiki is problematic and causes confusion for those not in the know.
My 2 cents..
couldn't agree more.
the wiki is a compilation of a communities contributions... You can update it!!!
I try to correct anything I find!
I'd update if I knew what I was talking about! I don't have the latest version of the RUU, and probably won't for some time. This installation went perfectly for me, I don't see the need to change any time soon! But if anyone else has the info, they should deffinately update the wiki
Thank you very much! It was very helpful. I've met this problem too And now it solved.
to use the PK ROM?
I have searched and searched and not found an answer.
This is an unlocked 7501 from the US. Do I need to use the OliPro Unlocker or something else? Can I just load the ROM directly from a flash card?
Thanks,
-Alex-
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to use the PK ROM?
I have searched and searched and not found an answer.
This is an unlocked 7501 from the US. Do I need to use the OliPro Unlocker or something else? Can I just load the ROM directly from a flash card?
Thanks,
-Alex-
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Most definitely. Yours is only SIM unlocked. You need to CID unlock with OLIPRO's unlocker.
Thanks..
Used the new 3.0 OliPro unlocker with all 3 steps and had no issues.
-Alex-
bairda said:
Thanks..
Used the new 3.0 OliPro unlocker with all 3 steps and had no issues.
-Alex-
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No worry mate. Glad that your journey was smooth.
Sorry for the newb question, but what do I get by unlocking it? thanks.
Unlocking enables you to put a new ROM image in place of the factory ROM that is on your unit.
ROM images, such as the PK Dual, can then be uploaded and installed in your Athena/Advantage giving you greatly increased functionality along with integrated updates for your hardware drivers.
While you could manually gather almost all of the updates that a ROM contains and install them yourself, the ROM conveniently packages these together and has been tested to make sure it is stable.
Unlocking using the new OliPro unlocker is a relatively painless and safe process that will open your device to ROM updates while creating a environment that makes it difficult to "brick" the device when you have problems with new ROM loads.
HOWEVER, make damn sure that your carefully read up on the process of readying your device for the unlocker, ALWAYS use the LATEST and CORRECT unlocker for your device and proceed cautiously. IF you aren't comfortable with the unlocker procedure, then DON'T try it. You can literally render your brand new $800 computer unusable with the only choice but to send it to HTC to be RMA'd and get a new one. Believe me, I know!
After the initial unlock procedure, your device becomes practically "bulletproof" for future ROM updates. But during the unlock procedure it IS vulnerable to problems.
Hope this helps!
-Alex-
although u should run the 3 steps on the unlocker,i only ran the 1st and 2nd coz the x7501 is simunlocked from the factory.word of advice,take the proper precautions and read ALOT before doing anything.enjoy!
Cool thanks for the info!
!!!+++***PLEASE, PLEASE, PLEASE NOTE! THIS IS ONLY GOT G4 WIZARDS!!! THIS GUIDE IS NOT INTENDED FOR G3 WIZARDS IN ANY FORM OR FASHION!!! IF YOU FOLLOW THESE INSTRUCTIONS AND ATTEMPT TO UPGRADE A G4 WIZARD WITH THEM, YOU WILL BE THE OWNER OF A WHITE PLASTIC BRICK!!! NEITHER I NOR XDA-DEVS WILL BE HELD RESPONSIBLE IF YOU BREAK YOUR WIZARD FOLLOWING THIS GUIDE!!!***+++!!!
Hey all, since most people are asking for pictures and such on how to upgrade G4 Wizards to Windows Mobile 6 or better, I have gone ahead and made a text guide, with screenshots to follow along with, that also includes all of the files needed to upgrade a G4 Wizard with(along with credits to their coders.). It is uploaded to MediaFire, and the link is at the bottom of this post. Here is whats included:
How-to text guide, written by Myself
The Wizard Service Tool, by mestrini
The ActiveSync Setup.exe, for people that dont have it already
and SoftSPL, by the exuinoxe
PLEASE NOTE!!!-I did NOT include any ROM files with this package, YOU MUST supply the ROM of your choice yourself(this is stated in the guide aswell.).
Yes, it IS a SoftSPL guide, seeing as NO n00b understand how to make the HARDSPL method work. It is(imho) well written, and all of the screen shots are marked with arrows and such as to what to do next...so please, everyone download it and make improvements, criticize whatver. And please note!!
I DO NOT WANT ANY KIND OF DONATIONS FOR THIS THING!!! I have had 3 people send me money for this guide from my forums, and it should not come to me. IF YOU GET SOME USE OUT OF THIS GUIDE, THEN PLEASE DONATE TO EITHER XDA-Developers, OR TO THE ORIGINAL SOFTWARE AUTHORS, NOT TO ME!! Thanks!!!-ashasaur
DOWNLOAD LINK-(filesize approx-13.15mb)-http://www.mediafire.com/?hzbx043cglm
Great guide. I think it might flow better in a html format or posted on the forum here with the images linked offsite?
Hey, I'm a noob(ish) and I've managed to unlock my phone through HardSPL. Didn't think it was that hard.
But of course the 2 and a half years of Computer engineering school plus work experience manually loading roms into memory from the bootloader on an embedded system couldn't of hurt.
Can not find the upgradr guide
Hi ashasaur,
I am trying to download the upgrade guide from http://www.mediafire.com/?hzbx043cglm but it says not available, is there another way to wownload that please?
Thanks,
Sam
well, ive just tryed it, and it seems to still be there...try again perhaps?
Thanks
WORKS fine. Nice guide. Easy to follow.Thanks...
WM6.1
Hey guys,
I was wondering where can we find WM6.1 rom??? Also, would it work on an HTC wizard G4? Are there extra steps involved?
By the way, I'm running TNT 1.9199 Rom... If I upgradew to WM6.1, will it wipe out this rom too?
Thanx,
Phil
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Hey guys,
I was wondering where can we find WM6.1 rom??? Also, would it work on an HTC wizard G4? Are there extra steps involved?
By the way, I'm running TNT 1.9199 Rom... If I upgradew to WM6.1, will it wipe out this rom too?
Thanx,
Phil
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Upgrade to TNT 19213 series,its wm6.1. Yes ! flashing a new rom will completely wipe out and replace the existing rom and files,its just like formatting the Hard drive of pc while installing a new OS.
can u give me a rom pls i only have my spv m3100 for one day and the guide is very easy to follow but i don't know what rom to use please help
I start Wizard Service Tool an click on [Enable Rapi. and Unsigned Apps].
After this it comes about 20 seconds later that all is ok an i can do the following steps. When i go to Device Info i get this:
On Wizard Service Tool i have got this Message:
Warning!
A device was detected but one (or both) of RAPI
Communications and Applications Policy isn't
enabled.
Use first button for that purpose and try again
Can anybody tell me why?
I have try softreset an do all steps again. Not better.
Engersen
are you using a G3 of G4 device? Again I say, THIS GUIDE IS ONLY FOR G4 WIZARDS!
I have got a G4.
My Wizard show on start IPL 2.21.0001 and SPL 2.21.0001.
Any ideas for my Problem?
Thx Engersen
hmmm, I would just go ahead and skip that step then, and start after it, with the SoftSPL and such. Just read and you should be fine.
Really? Without Wizard Service Tool?
I can try it. I hope all works great after this.
WST is not interest because SoftSPL do the temporary CID Unlock. Right?
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Really? Without Wizard Service Tool?
I can try it. I hope all works great after this.
WST is not interest because SoftSPL do the temporary CID Unlock. Right?
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Sometimes, 'EnableRapi' and 'Cert_SPCS' doesn't get executed automatically by WST Tool,so its recommended to manually copy and paste these two files in the phone and execute them,you'll find these files in the installation folder of the Wizard Service Tool folder in the 'Files' folder in the Program Files on C:\ drive.But WST Tool doesn't CID unlock a G4 device,so if you want to upgrade,then read and follow the methods 'SoftSPL or HardSPL posted as stickies in the this G4 forum.
Yes i know that WST is not unlock CID.
I use the package from first Post. There is SoftSPL inside to unlock. Right?
Ok, i think i have following steps to do.
Copy both files 'EnableRapi' and 'Cert_SPCS' to Wizard and execute them.
Then Unlock CID with SoftSPL and follow all other steps from Userguide of Package from the first page. Right?
Thx for help and greetz from Germany
It ist possible downgrade back to WM5 if WM6 is not my like?
Engersen
of course, though you will need to follow one of the downgrading guides here on the forums, as I do not know the exact steps.
Ok, thank you for help. In German all was easy for me. Now i want to ask for everything
Downgrading to official wm5 depends on the method with which you upgraded. If you upgraded through SoftSPL,there's no further procedure,just flash the official rom,coz SoftSPL doesn't change the official original IPL/SPL,but if you upgraded through HardSPL,than you'll first have to remove HardSPK revert back to original IPL/SPL and then flash the official rom,as HardSPL flashes the patched IPL/SPL and its changed.
The seller said it is unlocked. How can I verify it?
I read CID Unlocking and Sim Unlocking. How can I confirm both.
Also, how can I tell which version of the radio?
and which version of SPL (3.5 or 1.2)?
Or is there any great tutorial I can setup for the AP4?
I am starting to get confused.
the seller probably was not lying as it is easy to do (thanks to olipro - cmonex/olinex) but if you want to check, press and hold your camera button, whilst doing that press the reset button, and tell us the details on the rainbow screen.
this will also tell you if it is SPL 1.1-1.2 or 3.5
when your done just press reset again
LOCKing is related to SPL. SPL is a part of the "bios" (just to use the PC paradign IPL and SPL are "extended bios" ), then you have the RADIO section of the rom and the OS (WMxx)
Other part of the rom are the EXTENDED ROM (where the file needed for operator customizzation during first install are stored) and splash screens (a FULL ROM means IPL,SPL, SPLASH 1, SPLASH 2, RADIO, OS, EXTENDED ROM).
This "bios" , called SPL can receive commands from RUU (Rom Update Utility, the sw used to flash the rom file). ROM info are "wrapped" in a .nbf file and the RUU, interacting with SPL with some batch commands, flash into the device memory the ROM parts (Splash are flashed in their locations, os, radio, ....) RUU opens the .nbf file, read abatch command file, and send the commands to the SPL to flash the rom sections
Now you can understand how a custom ROM is done: using a "kicken" you can prepare a .nbf file containing the data and the batch command file used by RUU to flash it in the right location of your ROM (SPL, RADIO, OS, SPLASH, or all together) SPL is a KEY part for this process.
With the stock RUU IPL and SPL some controls are done before flashing, first of all device's language and vendor ID, so called CID. If they doesn't mach with the ROM file you will have an error and RUU exits: wrong language, wrong vendor, ....
Flashing a custom SPL you avoid this check (or it sets the CID to "supercid", it means I accept every language and vendor ID)
The SIM unlock (phone working with all SIM card) needs something more complex. In the ATHENA FORUM whe have ATHENA UNLOCKER, from OLIPRO, for SIM Unlock and CID Unlock and ATHENA WRAPPER, just for CID unlock. They will update the HTC SPL to OLIPRO 1.2
Hi sergiopi,
Your post is so concise. You told us the whole theory it may take me more than a day to find. You have the potential to be a book author. Thanks anyway.
Questions:
1. How can I tell whether the sim is unlocked?
2. How can I tell whether the cid is unlocked? Or it is no harm to run the ATHENA UNLOCKER again?
3. What is the different btw SPL 3.5 and 1.2? Should I update it? I am planning to run the AP4.
Thanks again!
Did you completely miss my previous post, if you follow the simple instructions. I gave you earlier, we will be able to answer all your questions.
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Did you completely miss my previous post, if you follow the simple instructions. I gave you earlier, we will be able to answer all your questions.
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To check if your Athena is SIM Unlocked take a SIM from your friend's phone who is in another network and put it in your Athena. If it refuses to accept the SIM then it is locked and you have to unlock it. If it accepts the SIM and lets you place a call, it is SIM unlocked and most probably CID Unlocked. To check if it is CID unlocked just do what ice_coffe says.
I didn't miss the post from ice_coffee. My Athena is still in shipping. I just want to get more info first. Besides testing with a real sim card, is there any method we can run from the machine?
alui said:
Hi sergiopi,
Your post is so concise. You told us the whole theory it may take me more than a day to find. You have the potential to be a book author. Thanks anyway.
Questions:
1. How can I tell whether the sim is unlocked?
2. How can I tell whether the cid is unlocked? Or it is no harm to run the ATHENA UNLOCKER again?
3. What is the different btw SPL 3.5 and 1.2? Should I update it? I am planning to run the AP4.
Thanks again!
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Thanks, the post is for you and for other newbies, to help everyone to understand. This is a DEVELOPER'S forum, we like smart users!
alui said:
Hi sergiopi,
Your post is so concise. You told us the whole theory it may take me more than a day to find. You have the potential to be a book author. Thanks anyway.
Questions:
1. How can I tell whether the sim is unlocked?
2. How can I tell whether the cid is unlocked? Or it is no harm to run the ATHENA UNLOCKER again?
3. What is the different btw SPL 3.5 and 1.2? Should I update it? I am planning to run the AP4.
Thanks again!
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Listen Alui. The question numbr 3 shows of your post shows that you are realy a noobie. So if you are still waiting for your new device, do not waste your time but start reading. If you already decided that you want to go for AP4, then did you realy read the AP4 thread from first post? I am almost sure, you didn't.
So please remember, if you do not know what you are doing then you have a big chance to convert your super device into a brick.
And once more, if you browse this forum, you can see how many threads is there, and how many post is in each thread. If you see this you should be sure that you are not the first person here who just got his new device. All your questions were answered many times here so just read and read and after a week of reading start to plan what to do next.
Ok, so just to tell you, I've searched and searched, but I do not get answers. This is my last resource.
K, I just got a Kaiser from atnt and I am going to use my old Cingular 8525 just for fun.
It still runs WM 5 so I want to upgrade it. It has a 2gig storage card and lots of apps on both mems.
So I got a few questions.
1) I've heard you can install other phone company's SIM cards, but you need to unlock the SIM first. Should I use a SIM unlocker? What does it do? Will it brick my phone? And what is a CID unlocker?
2) What is SPL? Hard SPL?
3) What is Radio?
4) What is the protocol version?
I want to upgrade to WM6, but are there any good roms?
5) How do I put all my other programs on to my phone after it is upgraded?
6) Id just like to know how to upgrade my Cingular 8525 to the best software there is.
EDIT:
So I read the Wiki and now, I just wanna flash to WM6.1 TOUCH Build20924 V27 from Dvha79_ddt
So what should I do?
Please tell if this is right.
Back up my SD card.
I will unlock SIM and CID. Click the .bat right?
I am going to install HardSPL f. Clk the .exe right?
I will download the BlackFull Bigstorage and just click the exe. Site: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=412895
I will copy my backed up SD card onto my SD card.
Create the shortcuts and I am ready to go?
The Rom flashing will auto delete everything on my ppc right?
Thanks
1. yes, no, allows other carrier roms to be installed.
2. See cid unlocker. Install Hard SPL v7 after unlocking your sim.
3. Allows you to make and recive phone calls/mms/sms.
4. Do a search. Yes a heap, look in WM06 section, also wm6.1.
5. Install cabs.
6. Read this...
http://www.mrvanx.org/guide/hermes/upgrades/hardspl
http://www.mrvanx.org/guide/hermes/upgrades/rom
http://www.mrvanx.org/guide/hermes/upgrades/radio
All this was found with a simple search. I used the words Hermes upgrade instructions. Would be a good idea to learn how to use this to stop being flamed by people getting bombarded by these questions...
I still don't understand what Hard Spl does...
Gives you a chance to recover your phone if something goes wrong with the flash...
There is no 100% guarantee but at least you won't be on the forums crying for help because your Hermes is bricked and you can't fix it saying you haven't got Hard SPL installed...