My Thunderbolt has the 605.7 firmware on it; what would be the best method to root it? By using the batch file or doing it one command at a time with ADB?
Rooting with ADB by following jcase's thread to the letter, is the safest and best way to root, bar none.
Adb is the best way to go and next time before you post in the developers section. PLEASE READ THE RULES AND POST IN Q/A. Its really not that hard.
TheStick13 said:
Rooting with ADB by following jcase's thread to the letter, is the safest and best way to root, bar none.
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Thanks for being helpful, much appreciated. Going to take care of this when I get home from work this afternoon.
I agree. I followed a 9 step guide on YouTube and it worked perfect. Amazing guide. Can't mess up.
I had the directions on here open, and watched the Youtube video on it. Everything went flawlessly.
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Adb is the best way to go and next time before you post in the developers section. PLEASE READ THE RULES AND POST IN Q/A. Its really not that hard.
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I agree. Do a little research before you post questions. This forum is full of useful information!
ADB or quick root. I did ADB using a MAC. No need to install drivers and such so it worked out.
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Has anyone written up a start to finish root how to for native root yet? One with finalized known good steps.
There is no chance atm for root except if you install Uruk or something like that.
So if you want root, go into dev forum, and follow the instructions there.
fzelle said:
There is no chance atm for root except if you install Uruk or something like that.
So if you want root, go into dev forum, and follow the instructions there.
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Yeah, I see all the posts, but the info is spread out. Wondering if its all been compiled into one post yet. I remember reading the How to run natively thread and that some steps had been deemed un-necessary.
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Yeah, I see all the posts, but the info is spread out. Wondering if its all been compiled into one post yet. I remember reading the How to run natively thread and that some steps had been deemed un-necessary.
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Post 1 has detailed instructions. A bit of caution here is that prior Linux knowledge is required
cnewsgrp said:
Post 1 has detailed instructions. A bit of caution here is that prior Linux knowledge is required
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I know linux. I was just wondering, because a single sticky helps newcomers and keeps info consolidated.
I am brand new so I apologize for just jumping in here. My problem is I have tried many root methods and have yet to get root or close to it.
Thunderbolt
My firmware is 1.03.0000
radio is 1.15.00.0128w3
any help would be much appreciated!!
If you use the method in jcase's thread, you simply copy+paste commands into the adb window
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Sounds like you used the 3 click method. If that's how you want to do it I think you need to start at step 2.
You should do it through adb though since it sounds like you're a rooting rookie. It'll help in the long run.
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JCase's method is a sticky in the development section btw.
http://www.mydroidworld.com/forums/android-hacks/734-how-adb-windows-easy-way.html
Use this link to learn about adb to help you out.
Many thanks!
Thank you guys who posted! And a big thanks to those who developed all the materials for the root process.
I had apparently not done something right the first few times !! " CHECK MD5 SUMS!! for those of you who overlooked this every step it is important!! I now have root and as soon as I am set up proper on here I will be donating! Everyone should! These guys work hard to make it easier on the rest of us. Again many thanks!
So I've rooted my past two phones and have installed ROMs on them also.. This morning I had it rooted using odin and then tried to get Jedi X on, but screwed up somewhere. Once the download is done I'll use odin and get it back to stock. What do I need to do to get this done properly? I've read a lot but I am still confused..
Thanks in advance for the help.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2024207
[GUIDE][VZW Edition]How to Root/Rom/Return to Stock the VZW Galaxy Note II!
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Okay, so I've read that about getting rooted, and I've made it past that step. When I click where it says "Proceed to Adam Outler's thread for unlocking the bootloader HERE" It says on that thread "You are expected to be STOCK.... Stock anything, but stock." So although it would already be rooted, I can follow those instructions?
unlock and root
kippknox said:
So I've rooted my past two phones and have installed ROMs on them also.. This morning I had it rooted using odin and then tried to get Jedi X on, but screwed up somewhere. Once the download is done I'll use odin and get it back to stock. What do I need to do to get this done properly? I've read a lot but I am still confused..
Thanks in advance for the help.
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If you go to galaxy note 2 root dot com ,Max , the guy who runs the site has detailed instructions and videos to go along with it. His videos are super easy to follow and I've never had a problem with any of my phones or tablets when I followed his guides. Actually I was always to nervous to root my devices until I could actually watch the whole process. Sorry about the site address.
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If you go to galaxy note 2 root dot com ,Max , the guy who runs the site has detailed instructions and videos to go along with it. His videos are super easy to follow and I've never had a problem with any of my phones or tablets when I followed his guides. Actually I was always to nervous to root my devices until I could actually watch the whole process. Sorry about the site address.
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Adam's thread is more than easy to follow. Not sure why you think he needs to go to another site...???
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Adam's thread is more than easy to follow. Not sure why you think he needs to go to another site...???
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No joke. And just from a quick glance, that was posted in December so I would imagine it is outdated given VRALL.
If you just follow adams thread its super easylike 7min.like it says though must be fully stock and non rooted so it might take you like 15min because it sounds like your rooted already so you just need to get back to stock unrooted then follow the instructions
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Okay so if I just read all this correctly, I need to
1. Go to Adams thread and follow the steps there.
2. Root it after.
3. I can then flash a ROM
is this correct?
Edit: Just ran casual, worked like a charm after a few minor issues, thanks for all the help!
I've tried numerous times with numerous methods. Can't seem to get it down. I consider myself pretty tech savvy. Any tips for a noob?
Read the instructions from the developer over and over. Then read it again before doing anything else. Read them several times in their entirety before beginning action. Most issues arise because people think they've read the instructions, but they missed that one key item.
Follow THIS step by step guide, assuming you are bone stock (as the guide states) and you will be golden if you do not skip anything.
I used his CASUAL one-click method (on mac, windows should be easier) and it was my first time rooting. 0 Problems.
Know exactly what version of stock software you have installed on your device. Make sure it lines up with any guide you are following. If you're not sure, ask. Make sure you have a comprehensive understanding of the following concepts before proceeding. If you're confused as to what any of these are, search the forums and google. As a last result, ask. Don't just think you know what these are. Be positive in your knowledge of these terms:
Root
(Locked) Bootloader
Recovery
Rom
Mod
Kernel
Flash/Install
Cache
Dalvik-Cache
Lastly, back up everything, every time. Best laid plans and all that. You can never be too safe.
Good luck
It all depends on whether you're on a Mac or PC. I had tons of problems with my Mac...I finally had to use my wife's work PC. There are also tons of Youtube videos with step by step instructions and links to the software...
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I've tried numerous times with numerous methods. Can't seem to get it down. I consider myself pretty tech savvy. Any tips for a noob?
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Your first noob mistake is posting a question and not giving any details. What version are you on? Baseband? What have you actually tried? There are more than enough people to help guide you in the right direction. But as he said, do read until your eyes hurt. Then go away and when you come back, read some more
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BoostedB18C said:
Your first noob mistake is posting a question and not giving any details. What version are you on? Baseband? What have you actually tried? There are more than enough people to help guide you in the right direction. But as he said, do read until your eyes hurt. Then go away and when you come back, read some more
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I am rooted now. Just working on getting the bootloader unlocked now so I can flash ROMS.
Well, I created a text file that contains 5-10 rooting methods. The first two worked for me. The others work for other tablets.
Where would I post these?
So no body wants to help me.... great community.
hold on... a moderater that would know everything especially this could Move my thread in to a forum that had little to zero activity but yet he couldn't answer my question?
Well first off if you don't know this then you have not done your proper research on this site. Or you would know just where a guide goes. You would also know that posting a simple txt file would not be enough. Your best bet would be to make a guide thread and explain each and every root exploit that you have found. If it is just links to apps that root your device. Well those are a dime a dozen.
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Well first off if you don't know this then you have not done your proper research on this site. Or you would know just where a guide goes. You would also know that posting a simple txt file would not be enough. Your best bet would be to make a guide thread and explain each and every root exploit that you have found. If it is just links to apps that root your device. Well those are a dime a dozen.
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Oh, lol I wasn't going to post the txt file I was going to post a guide for each rooting method I have.