I have been trying many different programs to unroot and they seem not working. My phone is updated to the latest version. any helps please???!!! I'm a rookie, my apologizes. I just dont wanna f**k my phone up. FYI i used Gingerbread v1.1 and have SuperUser application on my phone.
Gingerbreak v1.2 has unroot
GladRoot does also.
Or you could sbf.
gnahc79 said:
Gingerbreak v1.2 has unroot
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How do you upload v1.2 to atrix? i downloaded it and it seems nothing happen? im sorry everything is so confusing to me.
WiredPirate said:
GladRoot does also.
Or you could sbf.
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Gladroot doesnt work at all
Cam9191 said:
How do you upload v1.2 to atrix? i downloaded it and it seems nothing happen? im sorry everything is so confusing to me.
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hm, maybe try to uninstall v1.1 first (settings->applications->manage applications->Gingerbreak->uninstall). download the v1.2 apk. Install v1.2 onto your Atrix with the instructions here, something like (once your phone is connected, debugging mode enabled, USB mode none:
adb devices ->output should list a device, your atrix
adb install C:\directory where you downloaded the apk\GingerBreak-v1.20.apk
the gingerbreak app should now be on your phone, run it and then unroot
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Gladroot doesnt work at all
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Your doing it wrong.
You could also move gladroot to an SD card and execute through file manager to install it.
I could be wrong, but you could probably just delete the su and superuser.apk and you should be unrooted.
Greg11784 said:
You could also move gladroot to an SD card and execute through file manager to install it.
I could be wrong, but you could probably just delete the su and superuser.apk and you should be unrooted.
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Not true, either part. Wtf.
Safest route........flash sbf and be done with it. By time you find the magic shortcut that will fu*k your phone up you could have flashed 4.1.26 and updated OTA TO 4.1.83.
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I thought the sbf made it not an "official build" and then wouldn't OTA update? Have a friend with an Atrix same issue can't seem to unroot so hoping someone can give some clear steps that I can pass on. I believe he used aRoot originally to root it...
entropy1980 said:
I thought the sbf made it not an "official build" and then wouldn't OTA update? Have a friend with an Atrix same issue can't seem to unroot so hoping someone can give some clear steps that I can pass on. I believe he used aRoot originally to root it...
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No. SBF is the official build. SBF does not keep you from OTA update.
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Hey guys im having trouble finding the OTA update.zip file from the google servers. Any chance any of you might have it or a link to it? I need to do some things with a friend's Eris but its at 1.5.
An easy way to install Amon-Ra recovery would also be nice though and would eliminate my need for the 2.1 OTA zip file. The universal one click root method that also installs RA-Eris recovery does not install for some reason. I figured i needed to update the phone first. It wont update OTA as it has been flashed to MetroPCS.
Helgaiden said:
Hey guys im having trouble finding the OTA update.zip file from the google servers. Any chance any of you might have it or a link to it? I need to do some things with a friend's Eris but its at 1.5.
An easy way to install Amon-Ra recovery would also be nice though and would eliminate my need for the 2.1 OTA zip file. The universal one click root method that also installs RA-Eris recovery does not install for some reason. I figured i needed to update the phone first. It wont update OTA as it has been flashed to MetroPCS.
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Can't you just check for updates on the 1.5 phone and receive it that way?
maybe?
woofers02 said:
Can't you just check for updates on the 1.5 phone and receive it that way?
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The OTA is not being sent out AFIK. you maybe could use the rom setup to bring you back to stock 2.1 from a rooted froyo --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=792026 then go to root from this step.
*EDIT* They have to be rooted already to use this with Amon-Ra, sorry for not stating that earlier.
Helgaiden said:
It wont update OTA as it has been flashed to MetroPCS.
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woofers02 said:
Can't you just check for updates on the 1.5 phone and receive it that way?
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Anyways, ive found a solution. Ill just root it at 1.5. The process installs Ra-eris recovery so after that ill flash a custom 2.1 ROM and be good to go for what i need. Thanks guys.
I'm in the process of flashing the SBF to my atrix, the 1.2.6 or whatever. Well does it matter what I use to root the phone with once its back on stock? I like to use superoneclick. will that work with the after and before update bat files? I can never get aRoot to work for me.
macperson123 said:
I'm in the process of flashing the SBF to my atrix, the 1.2.6 or whatever. Well does it matter what I use to root the phone with once its back on stock? I like to use superoneclick. will that work with the after and before update bat files? I can never get aRoot to work for me.
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Well I was in the same boat as you. When using aRoot, the trick is to keep it in a folder directly under C: drive. Like c:/aRoot/
Then make sure your phone has usb de bugging turned on and usb set to none.
Run aRoot as administrator. It should do it.
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Okay! Thanks. I'll try that
Thanks, it worked! They should include fixes for this right in the original instructions! haha
Where do I place the mod files for the retain update thing? Its not working for me.. It says that it can't find the device over ADB.. I have USB debugging on and USB none.
Picked up an Artix from AT&T yesterday and so far, it's a great phone. I'm trying to ROOT this phone with no success. I've tried everything suggested in the forums, I have all the drivers and tools required, but can not get this done. When I run superoneclick and select "root" it hangs on "waiting for device". If somebody could give me detailed step by step instructions, I would be grateful. I'm running on the latest firmware update which is 4.1.57
I've successfully rooted my Nexus S and Inspire 4g with no problem, so I have some experience doing this. Please Help!!
use gingerbreak. It's much easier
spitefulcheerio said:
use gingerbreak. It's much easier
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I've tried that too. I downloaded gingerbreak, and when I run it, nothing happens. AM I missing something with gingerbreak?
wrenchmonkey26 said:
I've tried that too. I downloaded gingerbreak, and when I run it, nothing happens. AM I missing something with gingerbreak?
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strangely, the exe does the same to me, even when i run in administrator....
weird
benny6812 said:
strangely, the exe does the same to me, even when i run in administrator....
weird
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Same here. How did you ROOT your Atrix?
I think it is because of the update 4.1.57 that was released a few weeks ago. I've had my atrix since released and rooted it right away just fine; however, when i try to install the update it crashes and i have to pull the battery and reboot.
i just rooted my atrix yesterday with no problem using gingerbreak so that can't be it
spitefulcheerio said:
i just rooted my atrix yesterday with no problem using gingerbreak so that can't be it
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What version firmware are you on? And how did you do it?
I'm using 4.1.57. It's the newest one and you should be using that if you're trying to root.
I put the app on my atrix and simply clicked "root"
http://briefmobile.com/motorola-atrix-4g-root
this is the procedure I used
spitefulcheerio said:
http://briefmobile.com/motorola-atrix-4g-root
this is the procedure I used
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I uninstalled then reinstalled the drivers and it worked. My Atrix is now rooted. Thanks to everyone who responded!!
spitefulcheerio said:
I'm using 4.1.57. It's the newest one and you should be using that if you're trying to root.
I put the app on my atrix and simply clicked "root"
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I did the same and rooted it without my Atrix any problem.
You guys are aware that gingerbreak has an EXTREMELY high risk of formatting you sd card right? I personally suggest using gladroot its less messing and it enables sideloading for you also NEVER use superoneclick that programs nothing but a mess on our phones.
Here's the link for gladroot
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1016060
thats just my 2 cents
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In the instructions on this site it mentions to make a backup of your sdcard. And if that's the only issue, I can deal with it since it's so simple
Also to enable sideloading, download root explorer and sqlite. Go into root explorer --> ers.settings/databases/settings.db. It'll bring you into sqlite. Select secure and the second line should be "install non market apps". Change the value from zero to one
So how can I root my phone after the 4.1.83 update?
Also I noticed that my custom Tethering APN works but my laptop can't access internet from it.
Help?!
the custom APN works for me. Just turn it on, restart the phone and try it again, also try resetting your wireless adapter on your laptop....
Chubby_Skunk said:
So how can I root my phone after the 4.1.83 update?
Gingerbreak!
Also I noticed that my custom Tethering APN works but my laptop can't access internet from it.
Update your wireless card drivers!
Help?!
We know!!!
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1.83 root
Chubby_Skunk said:
So how can I root my phone after the 4.1.83 update?
Also I noticed that my custom Tethering APN works but my laptop can't access internet from it.
Help?!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1044765
**warning** back up ur sdcard since it formats it.
use gladenable for sideloading and tethering.
Ok so I fixed the Tethering problem because i just had to reset the adapter in my laptop and all is good now. It worked before so it couldnt have been the driver problem.
gingerbreak isn't working for me. it just sits there for 10 minutes and doesnt do anything.
graemegb said:
gingerbreak isn't working for me. it just sits there for 10 minutes and doesnt do anything.
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i had same issue.. then i realized u need an EXT sdcard for it to work.. process only takes maybe 2 minutes.
ooooh! its working normally now. Thank you
I get a message that my account is not set up for wifi hotspot no matter what APN I use. I used to be able to switch APNs, then switch back, and the hotspot would start. After the 4.1.83 update this isn't working.
Is there something I'm missing here?
Can I root 1.8.3 if I never rooted my device before? I am at 1.8.3.
According to Moto downgrading from 1.8.3 is not a good idea.
st167 said:
Can I root 1.8.3 if I never rooted my device before? I am at 1.8.3.
According to Moto downgrading from 1.8.3 is not a good idea.
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Yes u can. I have also updated and flashed back to 4.1.57 and updated back to 4.1.83 and rooted using gingerbreak
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Yes, with gingerbreak
Once you update to the latest Atrix 4G release, do not downgrade to a previous version or you will lose functionality. A file system change was made to improve data integrity (for the technically inclined, journaling was enabled on a partition). Once updated, the change cannot be undone through flashing.
Is it safe to flash back?
wont work...cant even install it....i must be an idiot or missing something......security issue pops up and says cant install it
northarkansaschaser said:
wont work...cant even install it....i must be an idiot or missing something......security issue pops up and says cant install it
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what wont install?? tell me exactly what the problem ur having in details and what ur trying to do so i can help u further..
st167 said:
Can I root 1.8.3 if I never rooted my device before? I am at 1.8.3.
According to Moto downgrading from 1.8.3 is not a good idea.
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Yes, use GingerBreak to root your device...even on 1.8.3.
waktasz said:
I get a message that my account is not set up for wifi hotspot no matter what APN I use. I used to be able to switch APNs, then switch back, and the hotspot would start. After the 4.1.83 update this isn't working.
Is there something I'm missing here?
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Same here. I even tried removing my old custom APN and reinstalling via GladEnable.
Chubby_Skunk said:
It worked before so it couldnt have been the driver problem.
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Not so! Any time you update any software, updated hardware drivers can be needed to maintain compatibility across devices!
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justarookie said:
what wont install?? tell me exactly what the problem ur having in details and what ur trying to do so i can help u further..
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from what i understand your suppose to be able to put it on the sd card on the phone...click it and it run... correct? well idk if other atrix's are different which i know there not....it cannot run, install or do anything unless it is from the market....and it doesn't have the option of an unknown sources check box
i tried using the command prompt before and have tried to learn but i can never get the hang of it....or it never worked for me
only reason i was trying to root (was) is so i could do my hotspot seeing as me and my wife do storm chasing and need the access to the internet but i can setup a whole new apn and do the samething......just have to find att apn settings again
ginger break installed or popped up after trying several time the three different ways to get it on the phone....owell thanks for the help
I can't root my Aria 4G...I have tried this
1) Superoneclick...didn't work
2) gingerbreak...didn't work
3) flash back to stock and tried gingerbreak...still didn't work
...I have installed drivers for the phone and all the other necessary files are there too...i have followed all the guides regardig rooting...but no luck... am i missing something?
Did you check USB Debugging from Settings>>Applcation>>Devlopment ?
Jack Krauser said:
Did you check USB Debugging from Settings>>Applcation>>Devlopment ?
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yeh...like i have mentioned earlier i followed the guide exactly the way i suppose to...but anyways...i got it working after going back to stock..tried gingerbreak..didn't work....then tried superoneclick...and it worked out of no where...b/c i did it exactly the same way i have been trying...but i guess going back to stock may have done the trick...thanks for your help though...
deziguy420 said:
yeh...like i have mentioned earlier i followed the guide exactly the way i suppose to...but anyways...i got it working after going back to stock..tried gingerbreak..didn't work....then tried superoneclick...and it worked out of no where...b/c i did it exactly the same way i have been trying...but i guess going back to stock may have done the trick...thanks for your help though...
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Are you planning on updating? lol
this may help
http://briefmobile.com/motorola-atrix-4g-root
it's for 2.3.4 update
mpalatsi said:
Are you planning on updating? lol
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using alien build # 2...
Jack Krauser said:
this may help
http://briefmobile.com/motorola-atrix-4g-root
it's for 2.3.4 update
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If you unroot, are you stuck with Superuser leftover just like in Froyo?...
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I can't get mine to root either and I'm on stock 2.2 manufacturer rom. I have the sim free UK version of the phone which already has an option to side load as it's not tied to a carrier which is nice.
I want to root so I can use titanium backup. I've followed many rooting guides to the T with no success, ginger brake just runs endlessly and super one click fails no matter which version I use. I've never had such a ball ache rooting my previous phone was a one click job.
jamonbread said:
I can't get mine to root either and I'm on stock 2.2 manufacturer rom. I have the sim free UK version of the phone which already has an option to side load as it's not tied to a carrier which is nice.
I want to root so I can use titanium backup. I've followed many rooting guides to the T with no success, ginger brake just runs endlessly and super one click fails no matter which version I use. I've never had such a ball ache rooting my previous phone was a one click job.
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You have to have an sdcard in the external slot for gingerbreak to work. At least I had to.
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I had an sd card in my atrix and even tried formatting it again when gingerbrake failed. I also tried another sd card without success. Maybe my firmware is different?