I keep reading in threads to check md5sums before doing anything. Would someone care to explain why and how to go about doing so? Is this to be done prior to installing a ROM?
Just trying to get a better understanding of things.
Figured it out before someone gave me the old spoon fed line.
Anyway for those of you that might be a bit confused like myself here is a link to a md5 checker.
http://www.softpedia.com/get/System/File-Management/MD5-Checker.shtml
Run exe. after unzipping.
search for file you want checked
Good to go
Guess i've been fairly lucky up till now considering i have never performed this step prior to installing anything.
you can also go to the market and download an app called ManD5....it is also a md5sum checker...
hogowner said:
you can also go to the market and download an app called ManD5....it is also a md5sum checker...
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This is what I use - works great.
hogowner said:
you can also go to the market and download an app called ManD5....it is also a md5sum checker...
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I thought the idea was to check the file prior to putting it on your phone?
EDIT: Just tried that app and it works great. Thanks
Dxun said:
I thought the idea was to check the file prior to putting it on your phone?
EDIT: Just tried that app and it works great. Thanks
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The idea is to check it prior to actually installing it on the phone, not just before it is copied to the storage card. Theoretically, it could get corrupted at any point it is copied/moved/etc, so the ideal time to check is just prior to the step where you flash/install/reboot/whatever.
I actually just use Astro file explorer on my phone. You can look at the details of a file, and it will compute the md5 for it.
My favorite free shell extension for MDS - HashTab
Win & Mac versions.
Thanks for all this info peeps. Many people, including myself, are afraid to ask a stupid question at times.
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Thanks for all this info peeps. Many people, including myself, are afraid to ask a stupid question at times.
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I have asked plenty of stupid questions in the past...and I EXPECT to ask some in the future LOL
You can also do it in a command line (Terminal) just type
Code:
md5sum <path-to-file>/<file-name>
FreemanB said:
The idea is to check it prior to actually installing it on the phone, not just before it is copied to the storage card. Theoretically, it could get corrupted at any point it is copied/moved/etc, so the ideal time to check is just prior to the step where you flash/install/reboot/whatever.
I actually just use Astro file explorer on my phone. You can look at the details of a file, and it will compute the md5 for it.
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I find it's easier to check on my PC after I D/l so I use TeraCopy when copying files. Copies then goes back and checks them.
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Not sure about about the free version, but I know the paid version of Titanium Backup has the option to create an "update.zip" file which I had assumed would have been able to be flashed from recovery. I tried and it didn't worked because it complained about not being signed. I know I should have thought of that, but it occurred to me I have no idea about how to properly sign a zip file. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
check thread # 709117 on xda-developers.com
I'm new and wasn't allowed to post the link, even though it was not an "outside link"... don't know why, but anyway, its on-topic to update.zip
gospodinwizard said:
Not sure about about the free version, but I know the paid version of Titanium Backup has the option to create an "update.zip" file which I had assumed would have been able to be flashed from recovery. I tried and it didn't worked because it complained about not being signed. I know I should have thought of that, but it occurred to me I have no idea about how to properly sign a zip file. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
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I know that the HTC android kitchen has a tool for signing. It's somewhere in the Android dev general or software thread
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As previous Title says...
Did you check thread # 709117 on xda-developers.com?
Thanks for the tip about the thread. No, I had not seen it but have already pretty much got the info contained therein thru email I've been exchanging with the app dev. At present, it seems his update-script does not play nicely with A2SD.
After I Odin'd back to stock (eclair). I tried to reinstall packages and get-
E can't install sd/update.zip/ file not found
Aborting installation
I tried putting update.zip back on the sd but got the same thing.
Anyone know how to fix this?
HELP! PLEASE! I dont want to be stuck with stock!
Make sure you put on the update.zip on the internal storage (not the external).
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Make sure you put on the update.zip on the internal storage (not the external).
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Yes. It is. I removed external sd.
Hmmm...no idea then. Dumb question, but it is named "update.zip," and not "Update.zip," right?
As was stated before, make sure you are placing the file on the internal sd card. You also might consider redownloading the root file that you are attempting to use on the off chance that it is an issue with that file, even if you have previously used it.
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As was stated before, make sure you are placing the file on the internal sd card. You also might consider redownloading the root file that you are attempting to use on the off chance that it is an issue with that file, even if you have previously used it.
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Tried that.
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Hmmm...no idea then. Dumb question, but it is named "update.zip," and not "Update.zip," right?
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Yes.
This is probably completely unrelated, but are you using Windows?
Yes. 7. 64bit
This is dumb, but turn on "view file extensions" or whatever in Windows and make sure that the file isn't named update.zip.zip. Almost certainly not the problem, but worth a shot just to check.
Hope you figure it out.
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This is dumb, but turn on "view file extensions" or whatever in Windows and make sure that the file isn't named update.zip.zip. Almost certainly not the problem, but worth a shot just to check.
Hope you figure it out.
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Holy crap snacks! THAT WAS IT!
Much thanks, wish I could hit the thanks buttonX1000!
Cool. Glad it worked.
Damn, nice save. I hadn't thought about that initially because I always have them displayed.
Credit goes to "Diesel_077" in the comments section of
http://androidspin.com/2010/08/04/all-about-root-for-the-samsung-vibrant/
lol
Can't post in the Dev section yet. That's what I get for trolling around since you guys showed me how to root my OG Droid. Thanks, btw.
Now, I'm trying to root my Tbolt, and when I click on the downgrade RUU file to see the contents it says the file is invalid. So, then I tried to extract it, to see what would happen, but same message.
I also downloaded the exploits.zip and the final PG05IMG.zip and was able to view both their contents. Plus, I had to extract the exploits file to the SDK directory, and it worked fine.
So, I then downloaded from all three mirrors, but same result. And then I went to the rom.galaxysense.com site and downloaded from there, but same result. Am I the only one having retarditis? Is the file jacked, or just run-of-the-mill incompetence on my part???
Thanks to whomever takes the time to help out. And thanks for all the help everyone puts out there for the rest of us.
I am confused by your massive amount of words in this post. You need to say maybe, 20 things total.
First, you don't need to open anything, you simply need to put the ZIP onto your SD card and reboot into Hboot.
The only ZIP you need to unzip is the exploit.zip.
I don't need to extract them, I get that. I was looking in the zip files out of curiosity, but when the one file said it was an invalid file type I didn't want to put it on my SD card. That's closer to 20 words, hope that makes sense.
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I don't need to extract them, I get that. I was looking in the zip files out of curiosity, but when the one file said it was an invalid file type I didn't want to put it on my SD card. That's closer to 20 words, hope that makes sense.
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haha, I was feeling like being a smart ass. The RUU needs to be renamed to PG05IMG.ZIP and put on the sd card, then you need to reboot into bootloader.
Also to add, I came into the problem where I renamed to PG05IMG.zip It was already zipped so just had to name it PG05IMG Then it worked for me.
Thanks for the help. I guess no one understood what I was saying, but since no one else has mentioned the file being corrupted I guess I'll use it and hope for the best.
That's why I mentioned that the other two zip files would let me look at their contents, but the third one said invalid file type. I thought it was clear, but my bad...
Either way, here's another post towards getting out of noob post restrictions!
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Thanks for the help. I guess no one understood what I was saying, but since no one else has mentioned the file being corrupted I guess I'll use it and hope for the best.
That's why I mentioned that the other two zip files would let me look at their contents, but the third one said invalid file type. I thought it was clear, but my bad...
Either way, here's another post towards getting out of noob post restrictions!
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I'm pretty sure that the RUU downgrade is not something you can open. Just make sure the checksum is valid and you're good to go.
I had tried to flash the RUU after I first rooted becuase I was having location issues. It would check the PG05IMG.ZIP and go back to the Hboot screen. I had flashed another rom so I didn't mess with it any further.
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Thanks for the help. I guess no one understood what I was saying, but since no one else has mentioned the file being corrupted I guess I'll use it and hope for the best.
That's why I mentioned that the other two zip files would let me look at their contents, but the third one said invalid file type. I thought it was clear, but my bad...
Either way, here's another post towards getting out of noob post restrictions!
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Finally! I've been looking through threads forever in search of this very issue. I was all set on rooting last night, and just like you, the Mecha_RUU file wouldn't unzip, said it was invalid, etc. I stopped right there out of fear that I'd get burned pressing on with one of the key files "broken." Have you rooted since with no trouble?
The best thing to always do is get an MD5 sum for the file and compare it to the root post. I have rooted my thunderbolt twice now and never had a problem.
If the md5sum is correct then you should be fine. Also remember in Windows, it hides the extensions. So when you rename your files do not add the extension as it is already there.
You can show the extensions by changing the folder settings.
Downgrade wont flash
1) Power down phone
2) Power up phone holding volume down
3)No option to upgrade just starts checking files
4) Third check is the downgrade file, starts loading
5) Fails because the file is Older than the main
Ive seen other threads touch on this but no one answer it. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated. Also I have already updated to the 7/8/11 OTA.
Thanks,
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1) Power down phone
2) Power up phone holding volume down
3)No option to upgrade just starts checking files
4) Third check is the downgrade file, starts loading
5) Fails because the file is Older than the main
Ive seen other threads touch on this but no one answer it. Any help with this would be greatly appreciated. Also I have already updated to the 7/8/11 OTA.
Thanks,
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as in "MAIN VERSION HIGHER" error while flashing?
Not sure what exactly you are trying to do but read this post where it discusses about getting that error.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1008824
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as in "MAIN VERSION HIGHER" error while flashing?
Not sure what exactly you are trying to do but read this post where it discusses about getting that error.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1008824
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I appreciate the thread link. That's exactly the error I'm getting. Problem is I'm supposed to downgrade to obtain root ( or at least that's one of the steps). I have downloaded this downgrade file from multiple links and verified its the correct one to use in this step and I always receive the "main version higher" issue. Should I be using a different file to downgrade or is this no longer an option for root since the 7/8/11 ota?
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Interesting..
I wiped everything ADB and Thunderbolt related from my PC.
Then I downloaded the easy root from this link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1005292&highlight=easyroot
Then I downloaded and opened the pdf instructions on the same page.
Then I followed the written directions to a T!
Worked like a charm. Steps 1, 2, and 3 hung up and had to be done multiple times but I finally got through it. Some other links if found with this same method were misleading as to doing the steps over again but he accounted for this in his pdf instructions and if you follow it to the letter you should be good.
Alright guys, I'm making a collection of flashable zips that I make for everyone as of now so then we don't have any issues. Instead of mirroring my files, please just link whoever needs them here. Anyway, lets begin listing files.
Files:
http://goo-inside.me/apps/Indirect/Nook_tablet/Flashable_Zips
(A specific zip of Gapps is listed there for now but there will be more as development continues.) I'll probably add apps to another directory as of now. But it's just gapps.
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Hey indirect, thanks for the post/links.
I'm sure These will come up as available eventually but in the mean time what are they for? Is this simply gapps of various version numbers?
Wow
nice, what is inside the zip
specifically?
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did not read you post
as rjin9673 pointed out.
(A specific zip of Gapps is listed there for now but there will be more as development continues.) I'll probably add apps to another directory as of now. But it's just gapps.
It's just gapps for now.
I'm working on making a B&N-less 1.4.1 update.
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nice, what is inside the zip
specifically?
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He said what was in them....
(A specific zip of Gapps is listed there for now but there will be more as development continues.) I'll probably add apps to another directory as of now. But it's just gapps.
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Does anyone have a working (internal) boot.img? I've been trying to assemble one for CM7 but not having any luck, just looking for something to compare hex with.
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Does anyone have a working (internal) boot.img? I've been trying to assemble one for CM7 but not having any luck, just looking for something to compare hex with.
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Doesn't the one extracted using CWM backup work?
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Doesn't the one extracted using CWM backup work?
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No because that's the signed bootloader from B&N
Indirect said:
Alright guys, I'm making a collection of flashable zips that I make for everyone as of now so then we don't have any issues. Instead of mirroring my files, please just link whoever needs them here. Anyway, lets begin listing files.
Files:
http://goo-inside.me/apps/Indirect/Nook_tablet/Flashable_Zips
(A specific zip of Gapps is listed there for now but there will be more as development continues.) I'll probably add apps to another directory as of now. But it's just gapps.
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Goo-Inside.me is a crappy file host. They make you wait and profit off your download, which is great for a mirror. I'm sending you a PM.
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Goo-Inside.me is a crappy file host. They make you wait and profit off your download, which is great for a mirror. I'm sending you a PM.
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Make you wait? I've not had to wait once when downloading stuff from him. IF you need somewhere to stick a few bits and pieces just let me know, I'll happily give you a little bit of web space.
I created this flashable zip today. Link Gone
it includes apps I describe in the video I am about to upload, to name a few, facebook, twitter, two angry birds you cant get on market, Es File Explorer, NT Highjack, NT Urooter. It was my first attempt at making a flashable zip, let me know what can be done to make it better. oh well. bring the criticism ;P
now everyone dont go crashing my public drop box links again. They already put me on a 3 day suspension before, next time could be a month, and that would mean more downloading from filfactory and sites like that!
update: testing Done.
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Make you wait? I've not had to wait once when downloading stuff from him. IF you need somewhere to stick a few bits and pieces just let me know, I'll happily give you a little bit of web space.
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that's because he just started using Goo-Inside.me. Look what happens when you link an individual file from that site and not a full folder.
http://goo-inside.me/apps/Indirect/Nook_tablet/Flashable_Zips/gapps-Nook_tab.zip
Mr. Wertz and Mr. Outler, Thank U for all the files I need in one place. Also Mr. Wertz your videos make me believe I just might be able to root following Indirect's amazing method. Thank U. You all are buzz names at my school.
AlbertCWMTest.zip
I tested it and it looks good. I can't find NT Urooter on my apps screen, but do see all the others. Hopefully soon we'll be able to mount the SD card as I had to copy your file to the internal storage to load it.
Thanks,
SK
edit: I found it, guess I need new glasses. Everything looks and worked great.
which school? will you rename your library after me?
AlbertCWMTest.zip
Angry Bird FC , but all the others are working fine. Since I don't play it, not a biggie to me. If you can tell me where and what logs you want, I can send them.
SK
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I tested it and it looks good. I can't find NT Urooter on my apps screen, but do see all the others. Hopefully soon we'll be able to mount the SD card as I had to copy your file to the internal storage to load it.
Thanks,
SK
edit: I found it, guess I need new glasses. Everything looks and worked great.
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I am able to mount sdcard ???
Sent from XDA premium using my Nook Tablet
Hi Mr. Wertz, Unfortunately it's a Catholic school, so unless you're a saint, which in my opinion you all are for helping others, (This goes out to lavero as well, super patient with newbies), anywho, I doubt if I can get them to rename our library.
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I am able to mount sdcard ???
Sent from XDA premium using my Nook Tablet
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Interesting, on the OP it says to internal only. Everytime I try I get a error.
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which school? will you rename your library after me?
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Aiming high eh?
I call dibs on the stall closest to the window nearest the main entrance.... That or the bench outside the principals office.
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Moved: http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...s-recovery-t2806031/post53924376#post53924376
Navani said:
This may or may not be my first post but I've been on this forum for years now - I hope this attests to my searching ability and tells you that I am not someone who is lazy and didn't look up answers (Skip the next paragraph if you don't want to read the steps leading up to my issue).
I have a Galaxy S3 from Sprint. I'm running the newest Cyanogenmod on it (running 4.4.3) and I hate how large everything looks. Couldn't find a solution, so I decided to try and restore my old backup. The MD5 check failed, and the only backup I have that works is from May, or three backups ago. I read that I can force it to load by accessing the hash file and deleting the contents but I can't find my backups.
I've searched online several times and the only backup I can find on any Explorer (ES File Explorer, Astro Manager, File Manager) is the one from May which is on my ExtSD. It doesn't show up on my computer either when connected by USB. Booting into Recovery shows me the backups. I'm searching with hidden and protected files viewable/editable. I would've sworn to you before typing this that the other folders which showed up alongside the clockworkmod one were 0\ and [something else] but when I went to check again before posting this I saw that CWM says they're in the sdcard\clockworkmod\backup folder. I've attached screenshots to show you what I see.
Any help is greatly appreciated and my apologies if this has been discussed, but I've looked in every folder suggested and did a phone-wide search - nothing!
Edit: My girlfriend thinks I have a nice phone!!!!
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Well my friend your searching ability is a bit off today Wrong forum post here >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3-sprint <<
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Well my friend your searching ability is a bit off today Wrong forum post here >> http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3-sprint <<
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well crap. thanks for not being rude about it! sorry!!
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well crap. thanks for not being rude about it! sorry!!
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Ok lol Before you go take a look at this >>http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3/general/info-flashed-4-2-sdcard-data-t2274218 << it might help you out I don't know if it applies to your sprint but worth a look
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