Hi all
I just bought a second hand Atrix; as my carrier is the same that seller,s one, so I'm using it well without problem; But how can get into the informations and know if my phone :
- is bootloader locked or not?
- is sim locked or not ?
- with 16 GB internal memory described, why it is displaying only 10,71 GB total only!?
( tried *#*#4636#*#* but got no information concerned in)
Does it say "Unlocked" when you boot it up in the upper left hand corner?
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Nooon! I'm getting just RDS protocol or Fastbbot with up/down volume. Nothing happen then...
-if its bootloader unlocked, when it boots it should say Unlocked.
-insert sim from other carrier, if locked it should ask for unlock code.
-16gb is raw hardware. Means it is for all internal memory, os and all other partitions like webtop.
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el_venga said:
-if its bootloader unlocked, when it boots it should say Unlocked.
-insert sim from other carrier, if locked it should ask for unlock code.
-16gb is raw hardware. Means it is for all internal memory, os and all other partitions like webtop.
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If the previous owner flashed a fruitcake, it would still be unlocked but the word "unlocked" would still be hidden.
@OP is there any way you could ask the original owner if he modded it? That's sadly your best bet...
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Thank you all for replying
To be honest, I'm a bit disappointed; though thought that like my other phone Xperia Arc, I could get into these infos simply within phone!!
but never mind, I'm happy with my atrix
Follow this:
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Follow this:
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This is great !!!
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We can no longer unlock your bootloader with codes. Please do not ask me or ash for bootloader unlock codes. We can not help you.
This thread is now here for historical purposes representing times when people were free to do what they wanted with their devices. Fsck yourself with a rake, Verizon.
The bootloader has been unlocked. Let's get our freaking root on.
Disclaimer: Read through these instructions in their entirety. If these don't make sense to you, you do not need to be rooting your phone. Nobody here has the time required to teach you how to use cmd in Windows. We will not baby step you through how to use ClockworkMod Recovery. Root is not a mythical land with fairies and unicorns where nothing ever goes bad. If you don't know how to properly install a driver in Windows, you probably don't need an Android device to begin with, let alone a rooted one.
These instructions are intentionally left vague. Do your research on these terms. Understand what you are doing before you do it.
tldr: if you fsck your phone up, it's on you and only you.
Easy Way (YRMV!)
This is by far the easiest method. You will have to read between the lines here. I will not detail all the steps. Please record your experiences in this thread and let me know how it all goes! We're all still learning. This is basically copied from Bin4ry's CWMR Thread so thanks go to him! The easy steps below assume a lot of basic knowledge steps. Like unlocking the bootloader. If you're unsure of what to do, you probably shouldn't be doing it.
Download the CWM recovery from multiupload
Boot off of that file (DO NOT FLASH): fastboot boot recoveryPLAY.img
Copy this to your memory card and flash it with the booted recovery
Reboot and test root
Second Method: Advanced User Instructions
Unlock your bootloader. Check out Ash's thread: thread
Download Doom's all in one kernel from here
Use fastboot to "hot boot" the kernel: fastboot boot boot.img
Your phone may or may not boot. It doesn't matter. Let it be for a while, then power it off.
Doom's kernel will have rooted your stock system.
If You're On A Mac...
Or maybe just need some general help with some more detailed insturctions than are labeled here, check out the awesome post that Cubsfan3493 made for everyone. He's even got a downloadable PDF with pictures. Go give him some thanks at his post!
Is the R800x running 2.3.2 or 2.3.3. There's reports that Gingerbreak and alternatives are no longer working in 2.3.3.
It's running 2.3.2 right now. OTA updates say its up to date. I'm trying to figure out if I'm just having a generic issue with the breaks (like memory cards for example) or if Verizon maybe patched the exploit in their 2.3.2 build.
I have tried pretty much everything as well, I really hope some dev's start to pop their noises in here as I am a bit sad about the activity so far
I've been trying to root mine as well. The discussion I've been having is in this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1097856
I'll keep an eye on both threads, but I have had no luck so far.
I'm guessing it's something they fixed in the final Verizon build before release. Curious... What's your build #? Mine is 3.0.A.2.184.
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axiomjunglist said:
I'm guessing it's something they fixed in the final Verizon build before release. Curious... What's your build #? Mine is 3.0.A.2.184.
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Yes i think verizon fixed the exploit gingerbreak uses before releasing the handset in the usa. When i was on build number 3.0.A.2.184 (uk xplay R800i) it rooted in like 30 seconds.
But in the new update 3.0.1.A.0.145 the exploit has been fixed. So all devices around the world have been left unrootable (for now ) the devs will figure away out.
I think the uk version 2.3.3 build 3.0.1.A.0.145 has been rooted (for unlocked bootladers) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1098736 So if your bootloader is unlocked soon it maybe possible. If its locked your stuck waiting with the rest of us for a rooting method on locked devices.
I saw you updated from another post, did you lose root access after the update?
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axiomjunglist said:
I'm guessing it's something they fixed in the final Verizon build before release. Curious... What's your build #? Mine is 3.0.A.2.184.
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build number - 3.0.E.2.89
A shame they didn't let us all have unlocked bootloaders.
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I saw you updated from another post, did you lose root access after the update?
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Yes i did. But the fixes added in the update are worth loosing root, for the time being . Being unable to root only applies to people with a locked bootloader. But im guessing devs from the arc and play forum are possibly looking for ways to root with a locked bootloader
Yeah I have the option to unlock my bootloader but don't want to just yet. I'll hold off on the update until a new version of gingerbreak arrives
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For the record, it seems like the bootloader is unlockable on the R800x. Fastboot is totally accessible by the same means and the oem unlock command is recognized, the phone is responsive, it's just looking for a key, the same as the GSM counterpart. The only difference is that the Verizon version doesn't have an IMEI (or does it.... since it does have a sim card slot....), just an ESN. So obviously you can't obtain an unlock key from this number.
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For the record, it seems like the bootloader is unlockable on the R800x. Fastboot is totally accessible by the same means and the oem unlock command is recognized, the phone is responsive, it's just looking for a key, the same as the GSM counterpart. The only difference is that the Verizon version doesn't have an IMEI (or does it.... since it does have a sim card slot....), just an ESN. So obviously you can't obtain an unlock key from this number.
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Wonder if you pop a pre-paid SIM in the slot (or try a friend's AT&T/T-Mobile SIM) and disabled the CDMA radio if you could get an IMEI to pop up on the keypad using *#06#. Might work? I have no clue... and you'd still have to send it to SE and hope they clear it.
I have a few SIMs here that I could try. Ill see what I come up with in a little bit. My gut is telling me that Verizon probably has the SIM slot firmware disabled. Thats only because they havn't officially mentioned it anywhere. In fact, the slot itself is actually hidden by a piece of plastic that you have to remove. One wouldnt have any idea it was there unless you were looking for it and even then you feel like you're breaking your phone to access it.
I also considered hooking it up to QPST to see if it would grab some serial numbers out of the device. Can anyone confirm if this is a qualcomm chip inside the phone?
I just tried a T-mo and an AT&T SIM, neither give me any sort of insertion notification or acknowledgement that they are present. So I'd say the slot is firmware disabled. But it should still have an IMEI, right? That would be programmed by Qualcomm out of the factory before Ericsson would have even installed it. Or am I taking crazy pills?
do a ADB devices on your phone it gives what I think is a IMEI number and if you put the first 14 in on sony's site it gives you a unlock code, i am to much of a wussy to try it tho lol.
b00sted said:
do a ADB devices on your phone it gives what I think is a IMEI number and if you put the first 14 in on sony's site it gives you a unlock code, i am to much of a wussy to try it tho lol.
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more than willing to be take a chance on mine. i ran adb devices. got code. first 14 digits (minus the b) sent to sony and got an unlock code.
next steps i'm confused on. how do i boot to fastboot mode? i tried holding menu key and inserting usb... didnt' seem to do anything...
ran
9. In the cmd windows type in fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version
and it did nothing just sat there (waiting for device).
Is there an indication you are in fastboot mode? should 0fce be different on our phones? any ideas?
EDIT: its hold search, not menu, got it to fastboot mode and got response.. trying now. will post results
EDIT 2 : and fail.
ace518 said:
more than willing to be take a chance on mine. i ran adb devices. got code. first 14 digits (minus the b) sent to sony and got an unlock code.
next steps i'm confused on. how do i boot to fastboot mode? i tried holding menu key and inserting usb... didnt' seem to do anything...
ran
9. In the cmd windows type in fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version
and it did nothing just sat there (waiting for device).
Is there an indication you are in fastboot mode? should 0fce be different on our phones? any ideas?
EDIT: its hold search, not menu, got it to fastboot mode and got response.. trying now. will post results
EDIT 2 : and fail.
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ya I just tried too and fail :/ #sadpanda
Neither the adb devices nor the fastboot devices codes have anything to do with the IMEI number.
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I am willing to donate towards the first person that can get root and CWM on this!
I would like to add the "unlocked" that comes up when I turn on my phone since I would will have to send it in service! can someone help me pleas?
gianluca.tomat said:
I would like to add the "unlocked" that comes up when I turn on my phone since I would will have to send it in service! can someone help me pleas?
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You can't. Also, what's with the two Qs in the thread title?
Is it not possible to put it back in its original state?
I have the original Orange 1.8gb sbf, can't it be done with this? I thought this would return it to its stock unrooted, unblocked state.
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jersonf said:
Is it not possible to put it back in its original state?
I have the original Orange 1.8gb sbf, can't it be done with this? I thought this would return it to its stock unrooted, unblocked state.
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If you flash a stock ROM (such as an SBF) that has the stock bootloader included the text will be gone and the bootloader will technically be locked. However, I'm pretty sure there's some sort of "fuse" inside that activates when the bootloader is unlocked. It will never revert to its original state.
This has discussed many times. The unlock bootloader actually burn the fuse permanently. If u flash a sbf, you will get the unlocked word removed, but technically the fuse still burned and can't revert back. Some call it software locked, hardware unlocked. Try search the thread about odm fuse. I did flash sbf to remove the unlock word in order to send it to motorola service centre to replace the digitizer. But flashing sbf might hard brick your phone.
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Ok tnx for the answers, is it "safe" to flash a GB SBF, the only problem should come w/ FROYO FW right? Anyway it was just to make it appear locked, I know the fuse thing...
If you can, flash the latest version you can find. You will only hard brick your phone if you try to use RSD Lite to downgrade your phone.
jersonf said:
Is it not possible to put it back in its original state?
I have the original Orange 1.8gb sbf, can't it be done with this? I thought this would return it to its stock unrooted, unblocked state.
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Please would you be kind enough to upload the orange sbf ??
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If you hide it, its still unlocked right?
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DomeATRIX said:
If you hide it, its still unlocked right?
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Techinally its unlocked, but it may not work correctly with flashing Roms, kernels, etc. I have heard various reports of "unlocked" features not working correctly unless the unlock word is there.
I know it sounds fishy, but that's just what I've read on these boards over the last year.
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ko_wei13 said:
This has discussed many times. The unlock bootloader actually burn the fuse permanently. If u flash a sbf, you will get the unlocked word removed, but technically the fuse still burned and can't revert back. Some call it software locked, hardware unlocked. Try search the thread about odm fuse. I did flash sbf to remove the unlock word in order to send it to motorola service centre to replace the digitizer. But flashing sbf might hard brick your phone.
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This. Also, when he means "software locked, hardware unlocked", he means that the bootloader acts as if it was locked, but the fuse is still burned. It's unlocked, but you don't get any of the features that come from unlocking.
kyler084 said:
Please would you be kind enough to upload the orange sbf ??
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Got it from this link, it's not mine, it has the same md5 checksums as in the Atrix firmware superthread that were originally posted here on XDA.
http://www.4shared.com/archive/Azn21wCy/1FF-olympus_emara-user-234-452.html
Compression MD5 - 6603FA0BD5E4E3B254B664516E7F278C
SBF MD5 - DEB8E9165C20F2DFEF880D6D73164B12
OK I am just looking for opinions. I can purchace an atrix in a boot loop for $100 US. This is without knowing if i can go into recovery or what firmware is on it. I have unlocked used custom roms and recoveries and stock recovery before. I recently got a new locked down atrix and am looking for one i can unlock. Just asking opinions as to likelihood of fixing. Thank you in advance for info
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OK I am just looking for opinions. I can purchace an atrix in a boot loop for $100 US. This is without knowing if i can go into recovery or what firmware is on it. I have unlocked used custom roms and recoveries and stock recovery before. I recently got a new locked down atrix and am looking for one i can unlock. Just asking opinions as to likelihood of fixing. Thank you in advance for info
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if the only problem its the bootlop i say yes. a bootlop its a very easy problem to fix
thought about it. with the issues i have had with 3 other atrixes risk of other problems is high so i think i will pass
I would think go into recovery and flash a new ROM would do the trick to fix it.
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Deggy said:
I would think go into recovery and flash a new ROM would do the trick to fix it.
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That would be assuming it has an unlocked bootloader and a custom recovery already. But what if it isn't so? What if it has a LOCKED (meaning unlockable) bootloader? He did say he knows nothing about its overall condition, just that it's stuck in bootloop.
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That would be assuming it has an unlocked bootloader and a custom recovery already. But what if it isn't so? What if it has a LOCKED (meaning unlockable) bootloader? He did say he knows nothing about its overall condition, just that it's stuck in bootloop.
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True. Would it be possible to continue the unlocking process at this point?
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Deggy said:
True. Would it be possible to continue the unlocking process at this point?
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Flash SBF files maybe would solve this....
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I second the sbf idea... even without an unlocked bootloader officially signed sbf's will work unless the internal storage is dead, which still is fixable by using the external storage. (but i doubt its dead)
EDIT: Be very careful while flashing sbf's though. Make sure the cable and everything is secure, your phone is charged, computer securely plugged in, etc... if something goes wrong it could hard brick, but that is not too likely as long as you take precautions.
Hi guys,
Just now got a new Atrix 4G off Amazon. It's an AT&T unlocked one. I am totally confused with all the processes posted here about unlocking the boot loader and stuff. I used to be a Defy user, but rooting and installing ROMs in Defy were a bit simpler than this.
Model - MB860
System - 4.5.141.MB860.ATT.en.US
Android version - 2.3.6
Kernel - 2.6.32.9
I want to flash either MIUI or Cyanogenmod. Should I unlock the bootloader first or root first. Can anybody help me out, pointing the right links? I couldn't find any guide for 2.3.6. and I don't want to brick my device.
Thanks a ton in advance
Wolvish
Whenever getting my Atrix replaced by Best Buy Mobile, I find these steps easier to follow in lesser words:
1. download ROM of choice and place it on the internal memory card
2. use automatic boot loader script
3. flash Romracer's recovery via command prompt
4. flash ROM
5. profit!
It's just easier to do this vs. rooting the phone/stock ROM first, finding that install-recovery.sh crap, and then doing the process to unlock the bootloader/flashing custom ROMs.
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Read the threads you think don't cover 2.3.6. They have recent comments so you should assume people commenting might be on 2.3.6. I was on the same version as you and I'm unlocked and running CM10. The titles of the methods aren't updated but they still work (some of them) for yours. The threads god into amazing detail about how you do it, but make sure you read the comments too because those are more up to date than the original post. And if you say it's unlocked already then why would you unlock it again? If you boot up your phone and it says unlocked in the upper right corner when the motorola symbol is up then you are past the hard part. After that just get a custom recovery (Romracers) and flash your ROM
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Read the threads you think don't cover 2.3.6. They have recent comments so you should assume people commenting might be on 2.3.6. I was on the same version as you and I'm unlocked and running CM10. The titles of the methods aren't updated but they still work (some of them) for yours. The threads god into amazing detail about how you do it, but make sure you read the comments too because those are more up to date than the original post. And if you say it's unlocked already then why would you unlock it again? If you boot up your phone and it says unlocked in the upper right corner when the motorola symbol is up then you are past the hard part. After that just get a custom recovery (Romracers) and flash your ROM
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It does not show 'unlocked' during boot up. It's unlocked from AT&T (working with my SIM card). Isn't that different from a unlocked bootloader? So I should do that pudding thing next? BTW what is automatic boot loader script?
I read that downgrading from 4.5.141 is causing hardbrick, that's why I'm scared..
Deggy said:
1. download ROM of choice and place it on the internal memory card
2. use automatic boot loader script
3. flash Romracer's recovery via command prompt
4. flash ROM
5. profit!
It's just easier to do this vs. rooting the phone/stock ROM first, finding that install-recovery.sh crap, and then doing the process to unlock the bootloader/flashing custom ROMs.
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Can I do this for any ROM? I'm pretty much satisfied with MIUI, not going to try anything else.
Yes any ROM. Read the sticky in the Atrix general forum. The noob guide one.
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WolVish said:
It does not show 'unlocked' during boot up. It's unlocked from AT&T (working with my SIM card). Isn't that different from a unlocked bootloader?
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Yes, two completely different things.
AT&T has absolutely nothing to do with your bootloader. You need to deal with that yourself. And yes, you need pudding for that.
Can I use this method instead?
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Motorola_Atrix_4G:_Full_Update_Guide
It's the same exact thing.
hi i want to buy htc droid dna from ebay that said verizon unlocked.i want to know if i get locked back if i unlocked bootloader or flash custom roms.if it will not locked back i will get one.im living outside of usa.so im a bit afriad.
very sorry for my english.
noriya said:
hi i want to buy htc droid dna from ebay that said verizon unlocked.i want to know if i get locked back if i unlocked bootloader or flash custom roms.if it will not locked back i will get one.im living outside of usa.so im a bit afriad.
very sorry for my english.
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I don't know about that.... I just know you can unlock it .... and root it
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I don't know about that.... I just know you can unlock it .... and root it
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ok thanks,i will give thanks all for reply my question.
The phone comes with the sim unlocked. You can use it with another carrier's sim card without any extra steps. (You may need to verify compatility of the radios/frequencies).
There is a second lock on the phone - the bootloader. You will see many threads regarding unlocking the bootloader, as well as "rooting" - getting superuser access. Unlocking the bootloader has nothing to do with the sim. Unlocking/locking the bootloader will not affect the sim card lock (or lack thereof).
It is, and always will be(unless Verizon tries to update it and lock it down), sim unlocked. So you can use any sim in it.
But it is not boot loader unlocked stock. You have to do that yourself.
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jasoraso said:
The phone comes with the sim unlocked. You can use it with another carrier's sim card without any extra steps. (You may need to verify compatility of the radios/frequencies).
There is a second lock on the phone - the bootloader. You will see many threads regarding unlocking the bootloader, as well as "rooting" - getting superuser access. Unlocking the bootloader has nothing to do with the sim. Unlocking/locking the bootloader will not affect the sim card lock (or lack thereof).
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thanks guy,that is what i want to know.
Bigandrewgold said:
It is, and always will be(unless Verizon tries to update it and lock it down), sim unlocked. So you can use any sim in it.
But it is not boot loader unlocked stock. You have to do that yourself.
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thanks my fri.