How to dump ROM then create SBF? - Atrix 4G Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Can anyone point me towards instructions on how to take a dump of the stock ROM from my Orange UK Atrix? I'd like to make a backup before I load a custom rom. And once I've created a dump, and how do I turn that into and SBF file?
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You cannot currently dump and sign your own sbf
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So is there no way of doing a dump, and then using it to restore to stock if there's a problem with a one of the updated ROMS? Is there any other way to switch back?

What are ya new
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T39andcounting said:
So is there no way of doing a dump, and then using it to restore to stock if there's a problem with a one of the updated ROMS? Is there any other way to switch back?
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I got the same problem. I´m trying to install GingerBlur but I wanted to know what should I do to go back to stock if something goes wrong.

Rubb said:
I got the same problem. I´m trying to install GingerBlur but I wanted to know what should I do to go back to stock if something goes wrong.
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Yeap, make us two. I tried to manage a different rom in my Sony Xperia X10 and totally screwed the phone, it doesn't even turn on yet =/
I'm looking forward to install other rom (most possibly GingerBlur) in my Atrix, I've buyed it branded, wanna de-brand it. Hate those 'Claro' stuff =D

So far there has not been any SBF's for the brazillian atrix...
That's a bummer, i really wanted to experiment, but if I can't go back to the original, it's kind of a deal breaker for me...

Maheidem said:
So far there has not been any SBF's for the brazillian atrix...
That's a bummer, i really wanted to experiment, but if I can't go back to the original, it's kind of a deal breaker for me...
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Can´t u go with the 1.8.3?

That's the SBF from telstra right!?
I've downloaded it and want to flash it, but, not having a way back kind of freaks me out...
With my late Milestone, there were all sorts of sbf's avaible...
How do i know that the tellus sbf is more up to date them my brazillian one?

Read the guide in the dev forum. Only at&t phones can have at&t sbf's. All the other phones can share sbfs AFAIK. therefore brazil atrix cannot get 1.8.3 as its for at&t. These are the risks in modifying locked down devices
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tjjensen23 said:
Read the guide in the dev forum. Only at&t phones can have at&t sbf's. All the other phones can share sbfs AFAIK. therefore brazil atrix cannot get 1.8.3 as its for at&t. These are the risks in modifying locked down devices
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But even if he has a brazilian atrix, he can flash back to a original AT&T sbf right?

No i believe his options are the telstra and France sbf's.

Best option is to use CWM to make a nandroid backup before installing any other mods.

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[Q] Going back to stock..EVERYTHING

I have a Galaxy s2 with BELL that's rooted, custom kernel and custom ROM and im wondering how I can put my phone EXACTLY how it was before I rooted and put my custom rom on it.
I want it exactly how it came when I got it from BELL.
If anyone can help that'd be appreciated.
Thanks,
Well you can get it back to stock, but not "bell stock." The reason being that there is no bell firmware anywhere on the internet yet, you can flash one of the generic european rom from samsung but unfortunately you cannot revert to the bell KG2 that came with the phone...
Awh man..
Whyy hasnt anyone ripped their own stock rom yet
Basically... when its available..IF its available. Would I be able to throw it on and get OTA upgrades again? I really dont see a difference between stock and rooted.. I mean I DO understand what It gives you.. but honestly the phone is already powerful enough that I really dont need to tweak it.
SGS2Pwns said:
Awh man..
Whyy hasnt anyone ripped their own stock rom yet
Basically... when its available..IF its available. Would I be able to throw it on and get OTA upgrades again? I really dont see a difference between stock and rooted.. I mean I DO understand what It gives you.. but honestly the phone is already powerful enough that I really dont need to tweak it.
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I read somewhere that bell has to actually release a FW update before we have something to go back to, i don't think anyone ripping their rom would work for us. Then again I'm not sure, but as it stands theres literally nothing on the net with bell on it for the GS2 so you are pretty much stuck with the generic european stuff.
To be honest, i think if you want oTA updates you'd be much better off going with a generic european Fw, bell always always takes forever to deliver updates because it has to go through them, i remember it took a while for bell to get froyo on the GS1 when it had been out forever for the european gs1's and it worked fine.
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I read somewhere that bell has to actually release a FW update before we have something to go back to, i don't think anyone ripping their rom would work for us. Then again I'm not sure, but as it stands theres literally nothing on the net with bell on it for the GS2 so you are pretty much stuck with the generic european stuff.
To be honest, i think if you want oTA updates you'd be much better off going with a generic european Fw, bell always always takes forever to deliver updates because it has to go through them, i remember it took a while for bell to get froyo on the GS1 when it had been out forever for the european gs1's and it worked fine.
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Ah i see.. WELL THEN.
What Kernel and ROM are YOU using?
I bought a protection plan at bestbuy so hopefully i can bring it back and they'll give me a new one.. I liked the look and stability of my bell rom kernal etc right now i got villainrom running and it keeps going from hspa+ to 3g etc and its annoying...
Edit: seems to only happen when data is not being used. Makes sense. Battery saving feature maybe? When bell comes out with an update If they ever do, will it also include a kernel update? Making my phone completely bell again. I would like to have my bell account app back lol.
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Ah i see.. WELL THEN.
What Kernel and ROM are YOU using?
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Im just using a rooted kernel off CFROOT, with stock bell KG2 Firmware. Haven't seen a reason to put any modded rom yet, the stock rom actually is perfect, good battery life too. Tempted by CM7 though, I'm constantly tempted to try it.
Hmm yeah when they release a rom you can flash using odin, it will write the kernel, modem etc and your phone will be totally "bell" again. I'm pretty sure you can download the bell account app from market?
Lol I was smart and used cwm to back up my bell rom, thanj god custom works perfectly well
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Yeaa... I didn't do much research before flashing a custom rom stupid me didn't back anything up. And no there's no bell app in the marketplace
SGS2Pwns said:
Yeaa... I didn't do much research before flashing a custom rom stupid me didn't back anything up. And no there's no bell app in the marketplace
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Same here, but then again i did the same with my SGS1 and i have never looked back...
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Lol I was smart and used cwm to back up my bell rom, thanj god custom works perfectly well
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So from your backed up bell rom, can you get the 3 files for Odin out of it? Or i guess its not that simple?
Surely if you root, you flash a non-stock kernel? So even a nandroid/CWM backup will not be COMPLETELY stock?
Why is everyone so worried about going back to stock? Just wondering, because the european versions work just as good as the stock one, if not better, because of root.
The real question we should be asking is will Bell or Samsung release the stock files? Im sure they will, and if they don't someone will find a way to extract the stock files.
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Why is everyone so worried about going back to stock? Just wondering, because the european versions work just as good as the stock one, if not better, because of root.
The real question we should be asking is will Bell or Samsung release the stock files? Im sure they will, and if they don't someone will find a way to extract the stock files.
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One word.... Warranty.
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I have the same 'problem' as you.
Did you update to KG3 modem ?
Take a look. hopefully we'll find a solution soon... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1193196
Electroz said:
One word.... Warranty.
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Yeah i understand that.. All i was trying to say is relax, if your willing to take a chance and temporarily void your warranty flash away, because soon enough someone will have the stock bell files.

[SBF] Gingerbread SBF for MB870 Verizon Droid X2 [SBF]

Original Gingerbread SBF for Verizon MB870
Android 2.3.3 --- Blur_Version.1.3.232.MB870.Verizon.en.US
VRZ_MB870_4.5.1A-DTN-117-15_1FF_01.sbf.gz
http://www.fileserve.com/file/3t6nHyh/VRZ_MB870_4.5.1A-DTN-117-15_1FF_01.sbf.gz
Compression MD5 - 6E5041A3306E5A9D32A1E97FD7F6E186
SBF MD5 - E9FEBFE1E5101801581174E5DF1DE2A6
WE ALL KNOW THE RISKS WHEN WE FLASH OUR PHONES !!!!
ATTEMPTING TO DOWNGRADE TO FROYO MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE ONCE YOU FLASH TO OFFICIAL GINGERBREAD SBF !!!!
DOING SO HAS BEEN KNOWN TO HARD BRICK THE ATRIX.
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Original Gingerbread SBF for Verizon MB870
This Is Straight Up SBF 2.3.3?
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Yep, straight up flash to Gingerbread.
I don't think I will be using this sbf.
Thank you! This can only help further development for our phone!
So... Would the pre-rooted Gingerbread update.zip work on this? I am a bit confused. Keeping Froyo SBF for now, but thanks!
This will end up with a locked bootloader and no root access. This update is somewhat pointless unless you are having warranty issues.
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So... Would the pre-rooted Gingerbread update.zip work on this? I am a bit confused. Keeping Froyo SBF for now, but thanks!
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If you use this you will have to sbf back to 2.2.2, root, bootstrap and load the prerooted version to get root back, until someone mods gingerbreak for this phone, or makes an entirely new root exploit program
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Original Gingerbread SBF for Verizon MB870
Android 2.3.3 --- Blur_Version.1.3.232.MB870.Verizon.en.US
VRZ_MB870_4.5.1A-DTN-117-15_1FF_01.sbf.gz
http://www.filesonic.com/file/1591808584/VRZ_MB870_4.5.1A-DTN-117-15_1FF_01.sbf.gz
Compression MD5 - 6E5041A3306E5A9D32A1E97FD7F6E186
SBF MD5 - E9FEBFE1E5101801581174E5DF1DE2A6
WE ALL KNOW THE RISKS WHEN WE FLASH OUR PHONES !!!!
ATTEMPTING TO DOWNGRADE TO FROYO MAY NOT BE POSSIBLE ONCE YOU FLASH TO OFFICIAL GINGERBREAD SBF !!!!
DOING SO HAS BEEN KNOWN TO HARD BRICK THE ATRIX.
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Thanks for the file, and sbfing back to froyo does work.
Great to hear the good news, you brave soul.
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Great to hear the good news, you brave soul.
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Is there a chance to talk to you via pm or via email?
RacerXFD said:
I don't think I will be using this sbf.
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RacerXFD said:
This will end up with a locked bootloader and no root access. This update is somewhat pointless unless you are having warranty issues.
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Which is precisely the reason to download it. This is a quick flash back to stock for warranty or sale.
OP thanked.
y0himba said:
Which is precisely the reason to download it. This is a quick flash back to stock for warranty or sale.
OP thanked.
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I thought that after I wrote that. I just didn't want to man up and own up to it after making that kind of brash statement... I guess I did by posting this.
It's cool. The first thought through my head was "He only has 61 posts and joined in April of this year. Is this legit?"
I am sure the devs here will pick it apart and let us know if anything is wrong, but that is how things get released from what I have seen. They just appear in the most unlikely post. Thanks OP.
The sbf file is 455MB. The filesonic site charges $9 for any file above 400MB. Any chance we could get the file hosted somewhere else that would not charge for it? I would love to have it, but I am not paying $9 for it. I already have an sbf for 2.2.2
All you have to do is reflash it, then your phone picks up 2.3.3 via over the air update.
I think this happened when the 2.2.2 sbf was released. Someone posted it on a site that charged for large downloads. Then someone else posted the same sbf on a free site.
Could we do this with this GB sbf?
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The sbf file is 455MB. The filesonic site charges $9 for any file above 400MB. Any chance we could get the file hosted somewhere else that would not charge for it? I would love to have it, but I am not paying $9 for it. I already have an sbf for 2.2.2
All you have to do is reflash it, then your phone picks up 2.3.3 via over the air update.
I think this happened when the 2.2.2 sbf was released. Someone posted it on a site that charged for large downloads. Then someone else posted the same sbf on a free site.
Could we do this with this GB sbf?
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Just to clarify. So no one is confused. What you pay for is bandwidth, if you CHOOSE to become a premium member of Filesonic.
My files are free to download. My user settings are set to 1GB max for free users. The 400MB limit always appears if you are not a premium member. But if you TRY to download it first, like most people do, you will find out that you can.
Thanks. Sorry to confuse anyone. I should keep my confusion to myself...
Download isn't working for me. Starts then second later says its done. My connection isnt that fast
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Download isn't working for me. Starts then second later says its done. My connection isnt that fast
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Download from a PC using Firefox. Its probably the browser you are using
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Was trying to from Thunderbolt but using miren browser and user agent i think i have set to chrome. But will try from pc or laptop. Thanks
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[Q] About to buy an Atrix but i have a few questions!

Hi, im about to buy an Atrix from amazon to use in my country (Venezuela), but iv been reading a few posts in the developers forums and i have a few questions before upgrading to gingerbread:
1.- Should i update from the Oficial Motorola Page 4.5.91 or should i flash a custom rom?
2.- Should i unlock my bootloader if i install the oficial rom?
3.- is there any rom better than the oficial rom out there?
4.- About the brick post i saw in the developers forums will i be exposed to the same chance if i update the original Motorola Rom?
mediavieja said:
Hi, im about to buy an Atrix from amazon to use in my country (Venezuela), but iv been reading a few posts in the developers forums and i have a few questions before upgrading to gingerbread:
1.- Should i update from the Oficial Motorola Page 4.5.91 or should i flash a custom rom?
2.- Should i unlock my bootloader if i install the oficial rom?
3.- is there any rom better than the oficial rom out there?
4.- About the brick post i saw in the developers forums will i be exposed to the same chance if i update the original Motorola Rom?
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1. I recommend using a custom ROM, only because its faster and you get better performance.
2. Yes. If you are will to do it, I have an easy way how.
3. Most if not all ROMS are better than than stock.
4. Only if you downgrade software from 2.3 to 2.2 you will brick your phone. Correct me if I am wrong though on this one other xda members. I am willing to help, just let me know.
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1. I recommend using a custom ROM, only because its faster and you get better performance.
2. Yes. If you are will to do it, I have an easy way how.
3. Most if not all ROMS are better than than stock.
4. Only if you downgrade software from 2.3 to 2.2 you will brick your phone. Correct me if I am wrong though on this one other xda members. I am willing to help, just let me know.
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Thank you very much Voelker, and which rom would u recommend me? the fastest and stable rom?. Also how about the update, should i first unlock the bootloader then update to the oficial version of ginger? or should i unlock the bootloader then update to a custom rom without touching the oficial version ever?
cm7 is the best unless you want webtop or fingerprint scanner
if you want webtop or fingerprint scanner id say go for alien
Here is the easiest way to unlock bootloader and root your phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15930466
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Voelker45 said:
Here is the easiest way to unlock bootloader and root your phone.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=15930466
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Thank you once again and if i unlock the bootloader without any update on the OS, will i get it locked back again after i update to CM7 or Alien?
mediavieja said:
Thank you once again and if i unlock the bootloader without any update on the OS, will i get it locked back again after i update to CM7 or Alien?
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No, once unlocked the bootloader cannot be relocked
ok thank you very much to all of u guys for ur help i cant wait to get my hands on the phone! btw does anyone knows if with CM7 the 1080p playback/recording is enable?
mediavieja said:
ok thank you very much to all of u guys for ur help i cant wait to get my hands on the phone! btw does anyone knows if with CM7 the 1080p playback/recording is enable?
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Don't know, but the latest build has "improved recording quality"
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judging by your signature i assume u have CM7, i read a post in the official CM7 rom thread that there was something wrong with the dialer? like the graphics were kind of weird or zoomed, can u confirm this?
Also, do u have the latest build? can u tell me if there's a 1080p option there?
Also have any of you tried this kernel? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1257574&page=299
No one? well can anyone tell me which one is the best kernel for the Atrix?
I use Faux123's 1ghz cm7 kernal
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Does that one allows you to overclock?
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Does that one allows you to overclock?
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No you need the faux kernel that is over 1 ghz like the 1.45 kernel. You can definetly over clock that.
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amazon..co.uk buy
Hello everyone i'm new to this forum and i would like to know what i should do with my atrix.
I bought it off of amazon.co.uk (i live in england) and i would like to know how to root it. (i run Gingerbread, by the way)I know you must be thinking oh what an idiot follow the tutorials, but i keep seeing AT&T everywhere so im wondering what's up with that, and why are some of the roms only compatible with AT&T. Oh, and i searched allready too.
Have you tried this? ... http://www.psouza4.com/Bionic/
At the top, it says "This method works on Motorola phones running Android OS 2.3.4 or earlier." There is no mention of AT&T.
Hope this helps
thanks! yeah i looked at that, but i still dont get the whole AT&T thing for ROM. As im in england i cant get AT&T but thanks anyway for that root method!
The AT&T thing is because there is an Atrix International and an Atrix 4G from AT&T. Its mostly same specs, barely 3g bands.
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Hi I was thinking of buyinga atrix I just have a few questions if u can help me.
1.how well is the fingerprint recognition?
2.is there a official ginber bread or a custom working one with all features of the phone working.
3.is the internel memory different from provider to provider (I know the bloatware by providers use up a bit of the memory).
4.also is any features missing by any providers (I can remember tmobile sometimes would remove front facing cameras on certain devices).
5.I heard there is screen issues how true is this? Also are there any other issues.
Sorry for so many questions .
Thanks using htc sensation at the moment.

[Q] how to return the Atrix 4G to stock 2.3.6 ?

Is there any way to return to COMPLETE STOCK 2.3.6 ? of course also to be rooted.
Thanks !
Not an OP but extensively read
I would like to know the answer to this also. I've read everywhere and there seems to be lots of warnings involved when going back to a stock room on the Atrix 4G. Is anyone available to confirm?
Only safe way is to flash a Fruitcake.
Check the Fruitcakes thread...
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ccrows said:
Only safe way is to flash a Fruitcake.
Check the Fruitcakes thread...
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What are the dangers in flashing with RSDlite ? i flashed my fathers RAZR with it few times..
I have flashed two phones with the stock sbf. I don't know why everyone is freaking out about it. I just flashed a 2nd time to be sure. NO PROBLEMS ......
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I have flashed two phones with the stock sbf. I don't know why everyone is freaking out about it. I just flashed a 2nd time to be sure. NO PROBLEMS ......
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guide please ?
Download the latest RSD lite.
Install the program on your Windows computer. ( xp works best for me. Sometimes get errors on win7).
Download the 2.3.6 sbf. Make sure it is the one for your carrier.
Open rsd lite.
Select the sbf file.
Start.
That's what I did. It was simple.
A google search could probably find you a better guide though.
Good luck.
As usual, this is what I have done, and I take no responsibility if it doesn't work for you.
Using rsdlite to flash an .sbf is dangerous if you flash one prior to 2.3.4 gingerbread. All others are safe to my knowledge. But using pudding is easier and faster.
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Quick note: If you SBF flash a stock ROM while you're on a custom ROM, remember to wipe the data in stock recovery when you're done! :good:
Thanks !
Now, where can i find SBF file which is compatible with ATT Atrix 4G in Israel ?
My carrier is Cellcom but i bought the phone with ATT Rom.
And another q's, if i flash SBF of complete stock 2.3.4, will i be able to use Moto OTA update through the phone to get 2.3.6 ?
Thanks again !
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what about one of those ?
https://sites.google.com/site/motosbf/atrix-sbf-files
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Or maybe shall i use this ?
http://direct.motorola.com/ENG/Soft...ountry=GBR&language=ENG&web_page_name=SUPPORT
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if i do this - http://www.androidauthority.com/atrix-4g-revert-4-5-91-stock-firmware-52952/
Will i be able to use OTA update ?
Edit 4#-
or this - http://www.android-advice.com/2012/fix-bricked-motorola-atrix-after-ota-update/
Do not use RSD lite and .sbf. do some searching and you will find that Motorola doesn't condone using RSd lite for public use. Flash the appropriate fruitcakes just like you would a rom except wipe the phone completely (especially when you are down grading. If you do use rsd lite and hard brick your phone I will have no sympathy for you as your phone will be a very expensive paper weight. Many many people have already started forum pages on why you should not use rsd lite. Just my opinion... take it or leave it as you may.
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Do not use RSD lite and .sbf. do some searching and you will find that Motorola doesn't condone using RSd lite for public use. Flash the appropriate fruitcakes just like you would a rom except wipe the phone completely (especially when you are down grading. If you do use rsd lite and hard brick your phone I will have no sympathy for you as your phone will be a very expensive paper weight. Many many people have already started forum pages on why you should not use rsd lite. Just my opinion... take it or leave it as you may.
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mhh...:<
ok, you got me convinced.
Thank you all !
Your welcome... didn't mean to come off harsh, but I'd rather sound harsh then have another fellow member hard brick their phone.. use the search and look for fruitcakes... completely safe, just remember to always have a known working backup as always before upgrading or downgrading versions.
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Mphill46 said:
Your welcome... didn't mean to come off harsh, but I'd rather sound harsh then have another fellow member hard brick their phone.. use the search and look for fruitcakes... completely safe, just remember to always have a known working backup as always before upgrading or downgrading versions.
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No, its totally fine.I appreciate your help !
Sorry but there seems to be an issue with all the 2.3.6 fruitcakes...:\
is it ok if i flash this SBF ?
1FF-olympus-user-2.3.6-4.5.141-111212-release-keys-signed-ATT-US-GAS_NA_OLPSGBATTSPE_P012.sbf
I live in Israel and have the ATT atrix 4G running Cm7 now.
The problem with sbf files is if you flash the wrong one. Make sure you have the right one and you will have no problems. Check the other threads. There are alot of us flashing them.
It would solve your problem.
Check out this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1806106
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Check out this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1806106
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Thanks but is there a specific SBF that i can flash ? or is the one on my previous comment good to flash ?
That is the one that i flash.
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That is the one that i flash.
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So if i have an ATT Atrix 4G, but i live in Israel and not the US, can i flash this freaking truble maker ? XD

Hi, I am new to the Atrix :)

Hey all, before I had a Motorola Defy, now I am with an Atrix 4g
My basic question is, what should not do to brick my phone? should I update it? Like I said, I came from a Defy, Defy has a locked bootloader so it is almost impossible to brick it, now I am a little scared with the Atrix hehe. Thanks !
Feche said:
Hey all, before I had a Motorola Defy, now I am with an Atrix 4g
My basic question is, what should not do to brick my phone? should I update it? Like I said, I came from a Defy, Defy has a locked bootloader so it is almost impossible to brick it, now I am a little scared with the Atrix hehe. Thanks !
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you shoudn't flash an sbf file that is not the same as your current version. to update or not to update, that is entirely up to you. if yoh're satisfied with a gb os (2.3.x), don't upgrade. if you want ics (4.0 4) or jb (4.1.x-4.2.2), then update. just unlock the bootloader, root your phone, and enjoy
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you shoudn't flash an sbf file that is not the same as your current version. to update or not to update, that is entirely up to you. if yoh're satisfied with a gb os (2.3.x), don't upgrade. if you want ics (4.0 4) or jb (4.1.x-4.2.2), then update. just unlock the bootloader, root your phone, and enjoy
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Should I use the updater that is under About phone -> Updates?
Feche said:
Should I use the updater that is under About phone -> Updates?
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you could if you wanted, but most of the updated versions are available through the rom superthread thread in the development section. just be sure to pay attention to carrier specific roms if you chose to use one of them. and i did just see your post in another thread saying that you were on froyo. after seeing that, i would say yes, upgrade your phone to a better os. gb works great, ics and jb work well and will work better now that we have the new kernel, but expect bugs to be present, but they are still very usable roms
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palmbeach05 said:
you could if you wanted, but most of the updated versions are available through the rom superthread thread in the development section. just be sure to pay attention to carrier specific roms if you chose to use one of them. and i did just see your post in another thread saying that you were on froyo. after seeing that, i would say yes, upgrade your phone to a better os. gb works great, ics and jb work well and will work better now that we have the new kernel, but expect bugs to be present, but they are still very usable roms
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Yep, I am currently on Froyo 2.1, it has some lags on lockscreen.
By the way, my phone is unlocked, what rom should I pick up? do you recommend using About phone -> Updates to update it? thanks hehe :good:
How about you do some reading on your own? It's not like the information is not out there. It's all here, in great detail. You just need to read it.
Can you imagine the chaos if every new member decided to skip all the reading and just opened a new thread?
ravilov said:
How about you do some reading on your own? It's not like the information is not out there. It's all here, in great detail. You just need to read it.
Can you imagine the chaos if every new member decided to skip all the reading and just opened a new thread?
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I am sorry, but I did read, it's just not clear..

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