I have just rooted my atrix(2.3.4) on my mac. What are the steps to installing or flashing a rom. Must be do able on mac. sorry for the noobyness -sincerely Nooby noob
I'm also a Mac user and I can help you with that since I've done that already.
1) Ok, you rooted, but before you flash a ROM you need to unlock the bootloader.
Here is how -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1260517
2) Install Titanium Backup and backup all your apps.
3) Install ROM Manager (Android Market)
3) Install CWM RECOVERY (ClockworkMod) and make a full backup of your cell, so that if you want to go back you can. I believe you can do this from within ROM Manager.
4) Download the ROM zip file you want and copy it to your sdcard.
5) From within ROM Manager you can install that new ROM (zip file).
More info here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600
I hope this helps.
Thank you so much I've tried like 50 forums i was starting to lose hope, also is using a rom worth it?
Try this Ginger mod, with ics & ginger theme [lot of ics stuffs in there],
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1400023
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Full N00b here ...
I want to Flash the CM 6.1.3 V4.5.7 on my X10,
never flashed any rom before, so I want to know is there any brick proof and foolproof Guide for it ?
I read many threads, but still confused,
Can I flash it using Flash Tool 0.2.8 (thats the cool tool i found)
any Help would be greatly appreciated
Thanks.
No, only with xrecovery!
So:
1. Update with SEUS (SonyEricssonUpdateService) --> Every data on mobile gets erased except sd-card - same after xrecovery
2. Use FlashTool to root + install xrecovery
3. Follow instructions on 1st page of CM6.1.3 dev threat
already done to your 2nd instruction (xrecovery)
seems like, I am on my own ...lol
Thanks anyways ..
Are you rooted with xRecovery installed? You can flash the CM6.1.3 v4.5.7 in xRecovery after rooting.
Make sure your baseband is either 54, 55 or 58.
1. Place the CM6.1.3 v4.5, 4.5.7-update zip files on your sdcard and reboot phone.
2. When the SE creen shows up, press the back button and it shall boot in xRecovery.
3. Make a backup in xRecovery.
4. Then make a full factory wipe.
5. Then wipe cache.
6. Then go to advanced and wipe dalvik cache and then wipe battery stats.
7. Then go to install custom zip and choose the CM6.1.3-V4.5.zip on your sdcard.
8. Then again go to install custom zip and choose the CMUpdate 4.5.7.zip from your sdcard.
9. Reboot in xRecovery.
I am also a noob, not even rooted yet D:
Am I right in thinking that I follow this guide (The stickied flash tool guide):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=928343
Do everything there, then install xRecovery? (If so, is there a link or guide for this anywhere?)
I think I understand everything past that..
Just incase I make a complete balls-up of this, can I return back to what I currently have, relatively easy, provided I made a backup in xRecovery?
Thanks
You can use flashtool or superoneclick to root.
Then install xRecovery.
Here is a thread on how to root using superoneclick:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
Ok, so my phone is rooted with SuperOneClick.
Trying to do the xRecovery procedure, but I don't really feel like buying the app, when I don't have 100% faith in what I'm doing is right, so I'm trying the manual method.
I also downloaded a free alternative to root explorer, so I'm using that.
When it tells me to copy the 3 files to '/system/bin' folder, where is this located? I can't find this when browsing through my phone files on my computer..
Also, the BusyBox app just searches for BusyBox and then FC's?
Soory for being a noob ):
Make sure that the busybox installer has got superuser permissions. xRecovery needs busybox to be installed.
errrrr, and how do I do that? haha
Appologies! I can't find noob-friendly info anywhere ):
EDIT: restarted phone and notification came up
Mafewww said:
errrrr, and how do I do that? haha
Appologies! I can't find noob-friendly info anywhere ):
EDIT: restarted phone and notification came up
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Got the busybox and xRecovery installed then ?
I would love to say I have, but whenever I try to copy the appropriate xRecovery files into system/bin/ I get the error message 'Not enough space'
Any ideas?
EDIT: and then I discover they are allready there.. ¬¬
DAMN I feel like such an idiot doing this haha
Why are you copying xRecovery files onto /system/bin/ ?
... Just install the xRecovery apk file
I don't know ): I was just following what this thread was saying:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=859571
hahaha, but anyway, I've got that installed now.
So now I drop the CM 6.1.3 files into the root of my SDCard, right? Not sure what it means by 'the root' of my SDCard, Im assuming it mean's i Just put it straight on there, not in any folders or anything?
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I don't know ): I was just following what this thread was saying:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=859571
hahaha, but anyway, I've got that installed now.
So now I drop the CM 6.1.3 files into the root of my SDCard, right? Not sure what it means by 'the root' of my SDCard, Im assuming it mean's i Just put it straight on there, not in any folders or anything?
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Yeah... or you can also put it into some folder to make it organised. Make sure to make a backup in xRecovery before flashing the CM 6.1.3 ROM.
I getcha! Thanks a bunch, man! I should be ok from here (Hopefully)
Thanks for your time! ;D
Sorry for double post, but, 2 last quick questions:
1. When 'flashing' things to my phone, is that the same process I used putting the customROM on? (Selecting a custom ZIP file from xRecovery) Or is it done in an entirely different manner? I ask because I want to install some of the extras listed on the mod page.
2. Is it pretty simple and straight-forward to restore my data from my stockphone if I need/want to?
Thanks again!
This guide has detailed steps for installing custom ROM
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=979561
p.s. for update v4.5.7, follow the steps to install v4.5 then flash the update files after you are done.
Mafewww said:
Sorry for double post, but, 2 last quick questions:
1. When 'flashing' things to my phone, is that the same process I used putting the customROM on? (Selecting a custom ZIP file from xRecovery) Or is it done in an entirely different manner? I ask because I want to install some of the extras listed on the mod page.
2. Is it pretty simple and straight-forward to restore my data from my stockphone if I need/want to?
Thanks again!
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Yeah... flashing is done in the same way as installing the custom zips in xrecovery.
At any given time you can revert back to your old ROM whose backup you created in xrecovery. It will he exactly as it was before you flashed the new ROM.
To restore data you need to backup data using anorher software, typically 'titanium backup'. Its very easy to restore apps using this app.
Sent from my X10i using XDA App
Cheers guys! I think I have everything covered now!
just to be sure
If i understand correctly, u have to backup your phone with xrecovery to be able to restore to the factory reset.
It's like changing the OS of a PC.
thanks
Hey folks
I have been visiting XDA from past 2 months regarding my Verizon fascinate ,
but i own a LG Optimus One P500 as well .
as we all know it has a slower processor ,
i wanted to know the safest and easiest method to root it ,
and also suggestions about the best custom ROM available
also If suppose i decide against a Custom ROM , how can i remove the crappy bloatware and make it snappier.
regards
lord dredd said:
Hey folks
I have been visiting XDA from past 2 months regarding my Verizon fascinate ,
but i own a LG Optimus One P500 as well .
as we all know it has a slower processor ,
i wanted to know the safest and easiest method to root it ,
and also suggestions about the best custom ROM available
also If suppose i decide against a Custom ROM , how can i remove the crappy bloatware and make it snappier.
regards
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I also rooted and installed my first custom ROM not more than a week ago. It has so far been painless for me. Here's what I did:
1. Install Gingerbreak for 2.2.1+ ROMs. I don't have the link with me at the moment but nothing a quick search won't find. For earlier versions of Android, I think z4root should do the same job.
2. Run Gingerbreak and click root. It will let you know if the rooting process is successful. Gingerbreak also allows you to unroot, should you wish to do so.
3. Install Koush's ROM Manager from the Android Market. Run the app and choose the option to Flash ClockworkMod Recovery.
4. Save the custom ROM of your choice (I'm currently using Mik's CM7) to your SD card.
5. The easiest way for me was to flash the ROM directly from the ROM Manager interface. There is an option to Flash the ROM and you will be asked to choose the zip file which contains the ROM that you want.
To 'decrapify', just root your phone then install any one of the many apps that can uninstall system apps. I use Titanium Backup and it works fine.
DigitalAnalog said:
I also rooted and installed my first custom ROM not more than a week ago. It has so far been painless for me. Here's what I did:
1. Install Gingerbreak for 2.2.1+ ROMs. I don't have the link with me at the moment but nothing a quick search won't find. For earlier versions of Android, I think z4root should do the same job.
2. Run Gingerbreak and click root. It will let you know if the rooting process is successful. Gingerbreak also allows you to unroot, should you wish to do so.
3. Install Koush's ROM Manager from the Android Market. Run the app and choose the option to Flash ClockworkMod Recovery.
4. Save the custom ROM of your choice (I'm currently using Mik's CM7) to your SD card.
5. The easiest way for me was to flash the ROM directly from the ROM Manager interface. There is an option to Flash the ROM and you will be asked to choose the zip file which contains the ROM that you want.
To 'decrapify', just root your phone then install any one of the many apps that can uninstall system apps. I use Titanium Backup and it works fine.
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Thanks a lot mate ,
that was very quick and easy from your side.
i am currently on 2.2.2 so i guess this all will hold correct ,
gonna do it when i am home and will bother u again.
god bless
regards
sorry if this is a newbish question... but I wanted to know what I needed to actually get done when I get my tablet, and put CM7 on it... my question is is I put CM7 on via the restore backup method will CWM be installed internally as well... or will i need to flash that also?
IF YOU WANT TO GO STRAIGHT TO CM7:
- First you need to install CWM using the sdcard method by Goncezilla because for sure you will get your tablet with 1.4.1 firmware which won't let you sideload apps.
- Second download the CM7 ROM to your computer, uncompress it and put the NTCM7 in /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup folder, NOTE that if you don't have the /clockworkmod/backup folder in your SDcard then create it (CASE SENSITIVE).
- Boot into CMW> backup & restore> restore and pick up the NTCM7 folder
- Wipe data and advanced> wipe dalvik cache.
- Reboot, enjoy!
IF YOU DON'T WANT TO GO STRAIGHT TO CM7:
ok pfff you have many options with this one my advice is go here and pick 1 of the 2 1.4.0 ROM's in the Rom's section and use the same sdcard method to install CWM and flash it as restore (same as CM7) as they are not flashable zips.
~ Veronica
I'm running the internal install, it works very well and is super easy to install.
It's a fairly straightforward process and now that most of stuff needed is available, it shouldn't be terribly time-consuming for you. It didn't take me too long.
Here's how I did it (for an internal installation):
1. Enable Sideloading Apps and Root the Device. (Preferably on a factory-reset Nook Tablet.)
You can look around the Nook Tablet Development forum here for tutorials on how to sideload apps and then root the device, but it's a fairly easy process. Once it's rooted and you can sideload apps, you can move on to the next step.
2. Flash Clockwork Recovery onto your Nook Tablet.
I used this super-easy app by Indirect to install CWM (ClockworkMod Recovery) onto my Nook Tab. It's literally one button press and you're good to go.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1458630
3. Follow Celtic's instructions here to install CyanogenMod 7 on the device.
Because of a serious problem with the SD-booting version of CM7 for Nook Tabs and some possible problems with the Internal install (I've had none with the internal version aside from some typical beta-quality bugs) Celtic took the links to the install files down until he and his fellow NT devs get the more serious issues fixed. Once the dangerous bugs are patched, however, you should be able to install rather painlessly using the instructions in Celtic's thread here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1481826
Like I said, it was a virtually painless process for me. Totally worth it too, once the dangerous bugs are fixed.
cm7 help
I downloaded cm7 on my nook tried the restore method and got the error waited to get hone so I can download it on my laptop and the link was down does anyone have it so i can download it on my computer or tell me how get it working with the file I downloaded on my nook. Please help
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I downloaded cm7 on my nook tried the restore method and got the error waited to get hone so I can download it on my laptop and the link was down does anyone have it so i can download it on my computer or tell me how get it working with the file I downloaded on my nook. Please help
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It is better you wait until new fixes anyway if you install now you will have to download again and do the whole process of apps restoration.
~ Veronica
Okay thanks for the reply
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I just been dying for cm7 and its killing me its out
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How to return to 1.40 unrooted ?
At some point I will install cm7 internally, but how would you go back to stock 14.0 out of the box if you needed to ? Thanks
If I were needing to go back to stock I would use the acclaim_update.zip method posted in the dev section.
Okay i read his entire thread almost at least 100 pages, I searched countless times for a dummies installation guide
My old andriod dell venue broke so, Okay i got mad and threw it lol, anyways i read reviews about the Samsung Galaxy S2 so got it, I decided i want ICS and i choose his as it looks more favorable among the others.
My Model number is GT-I9100
Andriod version 2.3.4
Can some one please take the time to tell me what is the correct steps to take to make my phone capable of installing this Rom
I seen his instructions
Install the Main ROM 1.4 (important: dont install siyah kernel yet )
install aokp gapps
Reboot
and the Faq Link
Reboot into recovery
Wipe Data / Factory Reset
Wipe Cache Partition
Install the Main ROM
Install the Gapps for AOKP
In recovery go to Advanced
Wipe Dalvik Cache
Fix Permissions
Wipe Cache Partition
Reboot
This will be my first time doing this so can someone please dummy this down for me cause the install rom is greek to me, Do i need to put the rom somewhere, is there pre steps i must do before my phone will accept this
Thank you in advance to any one that helps
Hey,
Im assuming that you still have a factory standard phone so you will first need to root it. If you search google there is loads of guides on how to do this.
then you need to download and install CWM recovery (clockworkmod) again another google search
then you can proceed to the rom installation instructions
download the ROM (zip file ... dont unzip) and stick it somewhere on your SD card
turn your phone off then boot in to recovery by holding volume up, menu key and power button then do factory reset etc and then install zip from sd card (the zip being the ROM)
Please press the thanks button on this reply if you found it helpful
Cheers
Bidoa
Read and learn, everything is there for a noob : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=24849218&postcount=3 thanks to JJE
Keep reading. All will come together. Basics first. Root then look on how to install roms. Patience.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
First step you need to do is root the phone. I used the guide here after following what the guy was doing a few times in the video.
Then BACKUP YOUR EFS FOLDER as soon as you have root. An app called HC-KTool on the android market can do this. Be sure to verify your backup too and copy the efs.img to your PC for safe keeping.
Get titanium backup and batch backup all user apps and system data. Copy the folder on your internal SD onto your PC also.
Boot into CWM and make a backup here too.
Now you are ready to flash a ROM - Resurrection Remix ICS 1.4 here contains links and FAQ.
As it's your first ROM install you should follow the full installation guide in the FAQ. I stayed with the stock kernel as had problem with siyah and theroux.
I have rooted my Nook Tablet at around Christmas, but am thinking about switching the root to CM7. Do I have to go back to factory setting and remove the old root or will CM7 root over the old root method?
Thanks.
Okay.
First things first. Read this thread
Now, I'll clear it up here, but you should really read that thread as well. You do not "change root." The fact that your tablet is rooted simply means that on your current version of Android (the stock B&N version by the sound of it) you have root access. Newer "root methods" simply have made it easier to attain root access.
What you now want to do, by indicating that you want cm7, is install a custom rom. This means you will be completely overwriting the stock B&N OS. You will have root access with this rom as most custom roms come with the ability to have root access to the file system.
The steps you should take are:
1. Find and download the cm7 zip file (I think the link may be broken in the rom's thread. Have a look around for it. Make sure you do not download any cm7 zip files for the Nook Color). You'll also want to find and download the cm7 gapps files if you want the play store and other google apps.
2. Download indirect's app to flash recovery, install it and flash clockworkmod recovery.
3. Boot into clockworkmod recovery and make a backup.
4. Seriously make a backup.
5. Did you make a backup? Cause you should have.
6. Select "install from zip" and find the cm7 zip file you downloaded. Do this again for the gapps zip file.
7. Wipe data/factory reset.
8. Reboot system and you'll be booting into cm7. The stock B&N OS will be gone.
If you don't like it, simply boot into clockworkmod recovery again and restore the backup you made (you made a backup right?).
Finally, please read the thread I linked. You should have a firm understanding of everything it says before you tinker with this stuff.
Thanks for the quick and detailed response. I've read your linked post and I'll look into how to back up my Nook Tablet and research a bit more before attempting this.
Currently, I'm rooted (fastboot style) but have had a several problems after turning on the Nook. Occasionally, when I turn on the Nook and get the launcher choice menu, the menu is rapidly flashing and I'm unable to make a choice and must reboot. This is why I'm thinking about starting over with a different root method. Other than the occasional startup problems it works fine.
Thanks again!