3 easy steps to root - Legend Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

3 easy steps to root - Legend Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I was given a Legend today and found that I could have it rooted in 3 easy steps.
1. Use HTCdev to unlock bootloader.
2. Install CWM 5.0.2.8 recovery.
3. Install superuser zip via CWM.
That's it, I ve superuser permission for all the rooted apks and confirm thru terminal emulator that I ve the $ change to #.

So you didn't use tools like HTCSuperTool v3 or Unrevoked?

smithchipz said:
So you didn't use tools like HTCSuperTool v3 or Unrevoked?
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Nope, I just installed Devils 2.3.7. see how it runs before i try CM..

I tried this by myself, but did not worked.
I had to install HTCSuperTool because i didn;t have root acces to flash recovery

jarcok said:
I tried this by myself, but did not worked.
I had to install HTCSuperTool because i didn;t have root acces to flash recovery
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I put the recovery img in the same folder as the token and i used fastboot to push recovery img. It works and right after i flash superuser 3.0.7 efghi signed zip.
I am now enjoying Rom Devil 2.3.7, setcpu 760/312MHz, no lag and bootloop. Only apk on phone memory are google play and setcpu all others on sd which i did ext3 partition. I ve 175mb free. Good browsing speed, Flash 11 works and battery life good.Enjoying it
I underestimated this phone when !st saw it, must say its easier to carry around than my DHD albeit a smaller version. Good phone, tho 2 yrs plus. I think i can used it for quite a while as my friend hardly use it since he got it new.

ndmuni said:
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I ve 175mb free. Good browsing speed, Flash 11 works and battery life good.Enjoying it
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Where did you find flash 11 and install that?
The only sources I've found so far won't allow install on legend,
Thanks in advance.
sent from my legend using ICS 4.0.4 ALPHA 4.

ranger4740 said:
Where did you find flash 11 and install that?
The only sources I've found so far won't allow install on legend,
Thanks in advance.
sent from my legend using ICS 4.0.4 ALPHA 4.
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I used the Flash 11 that I installed on LG P500, I got it from P500 forum, and it works on all my android phones.
I will upload it at 4shared, just search for adobe flash player 10.3 arm6 apk
After installing don't open press done and reboot yr phone.

ndmuni said:
I was given a Legend today and found that I could have it rooted in 3 easy steps.
1. Use HTCdev to unlock bootloader.
2. Install CWM 5.0.2.8 recovery.
3. Install superuser zip via CWM.
That's it, I ve superuser permission for all the rooted apks and confirm thru terminal emulator that I ve the $ change to #.
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hi, thanks for the post, could you please write more detailed instructions and supply us with download links pls? thanks so much

jie.lin8 said:
hi, thanks for the post, could you please write more detailed instructions and supply us with download links pls? thanks so much
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Yes please, more instructions would be great.
I have been trying to root my Legend

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[Q] Lots of questions from a noob. (mostly about cyanogenmod)

Hey there everybody,
I'm new on the forums and i just got my samsung i5500 a few days ago, it came with 2.2 froyo by default.
Considering i have loads of questions I'll try to be brief, I'm trying to get cyanogenmod on my phone but the tutorial i found there seemed to be quite lacking in detail considering this is my first time using android, so my questions are:
1. what exactly do i need to do/install on my phone before trying to get the cyanogenmod on there ? ( in the respective order please)
2. do i need to root my phone ?
3. when i tried to root my phone using universal androot 1.6.2 beta 5 i got an error "Failed ! No ~~~ Fu goo ~~~" why am i getting this error and how do i fix it ? (the log says access denied in several places)
4. do i need to install odin on my pc to install clockwork mod considering i don't have the clockwork mod ? if yes, where do i get odin from and do i need a specific odin for my galaxy 5 ?
5. do i need the rom manager ?
6. where do i get cyanogen mod files ?
7. how do i do a wipe data/factory reset ?
8. do i need to install 2.3.7 gingerbread before installing the mod ? if so, how ?
Please excuse my noobish questions but i'm completely new at this and terrified of damaging my phone, thanks for your time and attention.

Birdmanul said:
Hey there everybody,
I'm new on the forums and i just got my samsung i5500 a few days ago, it came with 2.2 froyo by default.
Considering i have loads of questions I'll try to be brief, I'm trying to get cyanogenmod on my phone but the tutorial i found there seemed to be quite lacking in detail considering this is my first time using android, so my questions are:
1. what exactly do i need to do/install on my phone before trying to get the cyanogenmod on there ? ( in the respective order please)
2. do i need to root my phone ?
3. when i tried to root my phone using universal androot 1.6.2 beta 5 i got an error "Failed ! No ~~~ Fu goo ~~~" why am i getting this error and how do i fix it ? (the log says access denied in several places)
4. do i need to install odin on my pc to install clockwork mod considering i don't have the clockwork mod ? if yes, where do i get odin from and do i need a specific odin for my galaxy 5 ?
5. do i need the rom manager ?
6. where do i get cyanogen mod files ?
7. how do i do a wipe data/factory reset ?
8. do i need to install 2.3.7 gingerbread before installing the mod ? if so, how ?
Please excuse my noobish questions but i'm completely new at this and terrified of damaging my phone, thanks for your time and attention.
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1. Install 'clockworkmod recovery'
2. Yes
3. Did that for me, but pressing the root button again, before shutting app, worked
4. No, you can install clockworkmod through the app 'ROM Manager' found in the market, be sure to click our phone model though!
5. For installing clockworkmod, and if you get premium, downloading the latest version of cyanogen
6. Through premium app 'ROM Manager', or go to the rom manager website and find the files on there.
7. You have that option when you are booted into recovery mode (used for installing roms)
8. If I understood your question right, cyanogen rom is gingerbread 2.3.7 so installing that is all you have to do
I was exactly the same as you when I first did it, kept asking questions and was nervous, but if you follow the instructions, you can't go wrong
Sent from my GT-I5500 using Tapatalk

Jordanooo said:
3. Did that for me, but pressing the root button again, before shutting app, worked
4. No, you can install clockworkmod through the app 'ROM Manager' found in the market, be sure to click our phone model though!
6. Through premium app 'ROM Manager', or go to the rom manager website and find the files on there.
7. You have that option when you are booted into recovery mode (used for installing roms)
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3. Tried pressing the root button several times(without closing the app) but to no avail, any other suggestions ?
4. Tried installing it through rom manager but my phone model wasn't in the list, any ideas why ? could my phone not being rooted have affected this ?
6. tried searching around on the site but the cyanogenmod post says that the files are only available on the weekends or you need a premium account or something like this, any help with this ?
7. how do i get into recovery mode ?
thanks for the helps so far, i really appreciate it

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3. Tried pressing the root button several times(without closing the app) but to no avail, any other suggestions ?
4. Tried installing it through rom manager but my phone model wasn't in the list, any ideas why ? could my phone not being rooted have affected this ?
6. tried searching around on the site but the cyanogenmod post says that the files are only available on the weekends or you need a premium account or something like this, any help with this ?
7. how do i get into recovery mode ?
thanks for the helps so far, i really appreciate it
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Do you have the latest version of it? Or,
have you tried any other apps? E.g 'z4root' or 'superoneclickroot'
4. When did you try it? Its only recently been added. And I would root first, just to make sure that's not stopping it
6. I havnt personally used it, but id ask that in the dedicated cyanogen port thread in development, they'll be able to help you more
7. Through rom manager, after you have installed the clockworkmod

Jordanooo said:
Do you have the latest version of it? Or,
have you tried any other apps? E.g 'z4root' or 'superoneclickroot'
4. When did you try it? Its only recently been added. And I would root first, just to make sure that's not stopping it
6. I havnt personally used it, but id ask that in the dedicated cyanogen port thread in development, they'll be able to help you more
7. Through rom manager, after you have installed the clockworkmod
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Yes, as i said i have 1.6.2 beta 5, and i haven't tried the others because this one was deemed the safest to use, i'm kind of skiddish about using other unsafe programs
4. I tried it a few hours ago, but i guess i'll try again if i can get it to root.
6. found em, thx anyway

Alright, its there for me so if you root and its not there just tell me and ill try help from there. Good luck!
Sent from my GT-I5500 using Tapatalk

Jordanooo said:
Alright, its there for me so if you root and its not there just tell me and ill try help from there. Good luck!
Sent from my GT-I5500 using Tapatalk
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Ok just tried to root with 'z4root' or 'superoneclickroot' but they both came up as viruses on my eset smart security 5, any other rooting solutions ?

Try this version of universal androot, http://bit.ly/9wAKC5
Your anti-virus software, is it on your phone or computer?
Sent from my GT-I5500 using Tapatalk

Jordanooo said:
Try this version of universal androot,
Your anti-virus software, is it on your phone or computer?
Sent from my GT-I5500 using Tapatalk
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Tried it, doesn't work and it's exactly the same version i have.
It's on my computer.

Birdmanul said:
Hey there everybody,
I'm new on the forums and i just got my samsung i5500 a few days ago, it came with 2.2 froyo by default.
Considering i have loads of questions I'll try to be brief, I'm trying to get cyanogenmod on my phone but the tutorial i found there seemed to be quite lacking in detail considering this is my first time using android, so my questions are:
1. what exactly do i need to do/install on my phone before trying to get the cyanogenmod on there ? ( in the respective order please) Root your phone using Universal Androot- might take a few tries- just keep trying, flash your phone with Clockwork Mod v4 via Odin (or Rom Manager), put the 3 latest CM7 files on your devices SD card, go into recovery mode on your device, then install the files in the specific order (Follow the simple instructions on the official I5500 CM7 thread located under the Development section of our phones forum)
2. do i need to root my phone ? Yes
3. when i tried to root my phone using universal androot 1.6.2 beta 5 i got an error "Failed ! No ~~~ Fu goo ~~~" why am i getting this error and how do i fix it ? (the log says access denied in several places) Just keep trying, it'll work eventually.
4. do i need to install odin on my pc to install clockwork mod considering i don't have the clockwork mod ? if yes, where do i get odin from and do i need a specific odin for my galaxy 5 ? I used Odin to flash Clockworkmod on my phone but I think you can do it via Rom Manager now, not too sure but the ODIN method was pretty simple, plug your phone into computer, put your phone into download mode and follow the 'One Package' method and then start the process.
5. do i need the rom manager ? I didn't need Rom Manager when I flashed CM7 to my phone, but CM7 automatically puts RomManager on your device.
6. where do i get cyanogen mod files ? Check out the official CM7 I5500 thread.
7. how do i do a wipe data/factory reset ? Go into recovery mode and click wipe data.
8. do i need to install 2.3.7 gingerbread before installing the mod ? if so, how ? CM7 installs 2.3.7 Gingerbread to your device.
Please excuse my noobish questions but i'm completely new at this and terrified of damaging my phone, thanks for your time and attention.
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I'm still a noob at this kind of stuff, but I hope i have helped.

thanks guys for your help, i got everything working

If your phone is loaded with Froyo 2.2.2 you will have to downgrade to 2.2.1 as the exploit used by superoneclick ect to allow root access was fixed in the latest Froyo release. Just follow the threads for upgrading. Good luck!

Birdmanul said:
thanks guys for your help, i got everything working
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Birdmanul, I have had the same problems trying to root my I5500. Could you PLEASE give me a run down of the program you used or what EXACTLY you did to root your phone? I have tried w/all one click root programs w/o success and would really appreciate your insight. Thank you in advance for your help.

[Q] help, root unlocked rezound with ra recovery already installed

I have cleanrom ics 3.1.5 installed on an htc dev unlocked rezound
I skipped the permaroot and ra .14 recover installed
one click root does not worth under ra recovery mode
is there any way to root my device
thanks

Boot into recovery, go to developer menu and select install su, then reboot and install superuser from the market. You will then be perm rooted.

I tried this on the new Unofficial Offical release and it did not work for me. I can't use adb due to restrictions on my computer so I am trying to figure out a way to do it through recovery. I tried Amon 3.14 but that did not work for me it installed SuperUser but does not give me root access. Anyone have any ideas ???? Thanks in advance for your help.

irus said:
I tried this on the new Unofficial Offical release and it did not work for me. I can't use adb due to restrictions on my computer so I am trying to figure out a way to do it through recovery. I tried Amon 3.14 but that did not work for me it installed SuperUser but does not give me root access. Anyone have any ideas ???? Thanks in advance for your help.
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Go to this linkhttp://androidsu.com/superuser/ download the signed 3.03.2 zip and flash in recovery.

mjh68 said:
Go to this linkhttp://androidsu.com/superuser/ download the signed 3.03.2 zip and flash in recovery.
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Thanks for the response. I tried what you said but it did not work. Not only do I not have root but when my phones boots up the superuser app does not show up on my app list. I did make sure I was under all apps also. Any other thoughts :/
Edit: I also install superuser from the market then it worked thanks for the help

irus said:
Thanks for the response. I tried what you said but it did not work. Not only do I not have root but when my phones boots up the superuser app does not show up on my app list. I did make sure I was under all apps also. Any other thoughts :/
Edit: I also install superuser from the market then it worked thanks for the help
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your welcome ! I didn't have to install SU from market for some reason, but glad it worked out !

[Q] about rooting

hello my CWM says " CWM Manager needs SuperUser access to function it ! If you have SU installed make sure CWM Manager is not Blocked then reboot and try " i've tested all the possible things.. i rebooted, went to super user but CWM is already granted.. is there any solution?
CAN I ROOT MY PHONE AGAIN USING THE SAME CF ROOT METHOD?

doodoot_09 said:
hello my CWM says " CWM Manager needs SuperUser access to function it ! If you have SU installed make sure CWM Manager is not Blocked then reboot and try " i've tested all the possible things.. i rebooted, went to super user but CWM is already granted.. is there any solution?
CAN I ROOT MY PHONE AGAIN USING THE SAME CF ROOT METHOD?
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It could be possible that the binary of SU is not updated. try downloading superSU in google store to see what happens.
If that will not work, yes you can root gain your phone using CF root kernel then try flashing another kernel like siyah, speedmod etc.
HIT THANKS IF THIS HELPS YOU IN ANYWAY!!!

once i had the same problem.. try the latest version of cf-root ..hope that solves ur problem...

nursespecialist said:
It could be possible that the binary of SU is not updated. try downloading superSU in google store to see what happens.
If that will not work, yes you can root gain your phone using CF root kernel then try flashing another kernel like siyah, speedmod etc.
HIT THANKS IF THIS HELPS YOU IN ANYWAY!!!
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i hit thanks because you helped me.. 2nd we're FILIPINOS XD.. salamat pre

Same problem, different result
Hello guys
First of all, I'm sorry to bump an old thread. But I guess it would be better than making a new one
I got my SGS2 from my sister few days ago and I tried to root it. After I did everything instructed by all tutorials I've read, I still can't use CWM Manager. It said just like above posts.
What I did:
1. Root the phone (already tried with 2 different kernels, the LP7s)
2. Open the SuperUser app. The app didn't give any options when I first opened it (like some tutorials do), it only gave 'Okay' to click.
3. Open CWM Manager and you all know the rest
4. Tried to install SU Updater fixer, but the app told me that there are no problems detected.
Then, I found out that I also had a problem connecting to wifi after I root (stuck in obtaining IP address). I didn't have the problem when first I use the device from my sister.
Waiting for your kindly replies. Thank you in advance

looniaz said:
Hello guys
First of all, I'm sorry to bump an old thread. But I guess it would be better than making a new one
I got my SGS2 from my sister few days ago and I tried to root it. After I did everything instructed by all tutorials I've read, I still can't use CWM Manager. It said just like above posts.
What I did:
1. Root the phone (already tried with 2 different kernels, the LP7s)
2. Open the SuperUser app. The app didn't give any options when I first opened it (like some tutorials do), it only gave 'Okay' to click.
3. Open CWM Manager and you all know the rest
4. Tried to install SU Updater fixer, but the app told me that there are no problems detected.
Then, I found out that I also had a problem connecting to wifi after I root (stuck in obtaining IP address). I didn't have the problem when first I use the device from my sister.
Waiting for your kindly replies. Thank you in advance
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Is my phone already being rooted? Why I can't open CWM manager app? How do I fix the wifi problem?
anyone?

Just to confirm, you have the i9100? Not the i9100G or US TMobile or AT&T SGS2?

Kaze105 said:
Just to confirm, you have the i9100? Not the i9100G or US TMobile or AT&T SGS2?
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I have the i9100, already on official ICS when I got it. What should I do? I already tried to search the answer but nothing tells the specific way to solve the problem

looniaz said:
I have the i9100, already on official ICS when I got it. What should I do? I already tried to search the answer but nothing tells the specific way to solve the problem
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try changing the kernel and see, u can try Siyah latest 3.3.2 and check
ps- please make a nandroid bkp of ur exsisting rom in, case u face any issues u can rewert back

Did you root using CF-root?
If not, install the stock firmware if you arent on it, and use odin to install CF-root.

Sun90 said:
try changing the kernel and see, u can try Siyah latest 3.3.2 and check
ps- please make a nandroid bkp of ur exsisting rom in, case u face any issues u can rewert back
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Kaze105 said:
Did you root using CF-root?
If not, install the stock firmware if you arent on it, and use odin to install CF-root.
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Wifi problem solved when I use Siyah kernel, but the CWM app still showing the same. Everything went well from CWM Recovery mode though. Thx for your replies

Am new to atrix just got one today need help pls

i just got my atrix today am new to all this just came from an lg p920 and before that an hd2, i currently run 45.31.2.MB860.t-mobile.en.gb is there a way to update dis officially or can i just wipe it an install anyone from any region, likewise if i do can i still get future updates officially i have checked the forum and nothing seems simple to mee its confusing am a baby at atrix 4g pls help me to explain ....thanks in advance

caribe said:
i just got my atrix today am new to all this just came from an lg p920 and before that an hd2, i currently run 45.31.2.MB860.t-mobile.en.gb is there a way to update dis officially or can i just wipe it an install anyone from any region, likewise if i do can i still get future updates officially i have checked the forum and nothing seems simple to mee its confusing am a baby at atrix 4g pls help me to explain ....thanks in advance
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I'd say stay away from doing much to your phone if it's confusing. Bricking a device is no fun I hear.

Morphling27 said:
I'd say stay away from doing much to your phone if it's confusing. Bricking a device is no fun I hear.
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but its no fun staying with stock na

Start here > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600.
Read it 3 times before you do anything!

CaelanT said:
Start here > http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1154600.
Read it 3 times before you do anything!
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yes sir trying

Ok I av unlocked the bootloader rooted it but I can't get to install cmw It takes quite a long time and I don't get any error or success message likewise can I still install stock 2.3.6 if I can were do I get it if I can't which 2.3.6 rom is the best, and an alternate cmw installation
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caribe said:
Ok I av unlocked the bootloader rooted it but I can't get to install cmw It takes quite a long time and I don't get any error or success message likewise can I still install stock 2.3.6 if I can were do I get it if I can't which 2.3.6 rom is the best, and an alternate cmw installation
Sent from my MB860 using xda app-developers app
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Which recovery are you trying to install?
The best experience will be to flash Romracer's recovery through fastboot. If you are unlocked and follow the instructions, you should not have a problem.

Yeah tried it but it takes so long I don't think it works
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the cmw doesn't install via fastboot is der another way pls help i want to install that neutrino 2.8 heard a lot about it

Taken from tayshun12's great guide here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423 .
My suggestion is in red. If you are already correcting the name then sorry and good luck.
Proper Recovery:
1. After your bootloader unlocked go to this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1204500
2. Scroll down to where it says "ALL USERS" and download your favourite colour. (NOT THE ZIP VERSION) Rename the file to recovery-atrix5.img instead of recovery-some-color-atrix5Place it in the motounlock folder that you have on your desktop.
3. Press the windows key + R on your computer, type cmd and press enter
4. A Command prompt will open. type cd C:\users\YOURNAME\desktop\motounlock press 'enter'
5. type "fastboot devices" Press Enter.
5b. type "fastboot erase recovery" Press Enter.
5c. type "fastboot flash recovery recovery-atrix5.img" Press Enter. Be certain that you have renamed the file to recovery-atrix5.img instead of recovery-some-color-atrix5
Wait for the command prompt to say : "writing 'recovery'... OKAY ['The amount of seconds it took here']"
5d.type "fastboot reboot"
DO NOT FORGET TO DO THIS PART: After the install of RomRacers recovery boot up your phone. Open up your favourite file browser (I used Astro file manager to do this ) and navigate to /system/etc/ and delete the file called 'install-recovery.sh'
You will be set 100% !
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Ive been running stock for almost 6 months and just today I flashed MIUI. Just follow the guide from JDGmental

I left the Cwm fast boot method running for like an hour an it still didn't install after following the guide its a 2.3.4 t- mobile gb phone
Sent from my MB860 using xda premium

problem flashing recovery
I had a similar problem flashing recovery with fastboot method. It would flash the recovery successfully in seconds, but it would not load recovery properly. It didn't matter if i tried to enter it from key combination or Rom Manager the phone would just load the recovery image and not the recovery options.
I was somewhat successful with the procedure found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423 sticky by Tayshun12. flashed latest clockwork mod touch recovery 5.8.1.8 by following procedure at the end of the first post. Delete install-recovery.sh from both locations,(don't forget to backup file first) it is the same file in both locations. Install Rom Manager from Google play after removing files. Flashed touch recovery with the option in rom manager (paid versions of rom manager and touch through play store) after that the recovery works perfectly. I didn't mind having to pay for them to work properly. Good luck, pm me if you need to and I will try to help.

JdgM3NT4L said:
Taken from tayshun12's great guide here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1302423 .
My suggestion is in red. If you are already correcting the name then sorry and good luck.
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It should have taken only seconds to install. In the command you have to type the name of the recovery your installing. I personally use touch recovery on the atrix. But you have to check the name of the file, it has to be the same name as your command. I suggest you read the instructions carefully again, there should not be any problems.

i can read i tried it on my atrix and it didnt't its a t-mobile uk so am confused

[Q] Help regarding rooting and custom ROMS for Xperia Mini Pro (SK17i)

Hello guys,
I just got an Xperia Mini Pro (SK17i, on 4.0.4 ICS) and I want to install a custom rom to make better use of the device but I'm quite a newbie with android phones.
I searched around the net a bit and found the following roms:
Super Jelly Bean 8.0[JB 4.1.2
Android 4.3 Jelly Bean PAC-man ROM
[JB 4.3.1][CM10.2] LegacyXperia
[KitKat 4.4.1][CM11.0] LegacyXperia
Which one is the better solution? Has less impact in performance and overall is the better choice?
From what I understand Super Jelly Bean 8.0 is the better one.
I want to move apps that are installed on the phone's memory to the SD card. I used this guide but it doesn't move all the apps, only some that I downloaded on my phone. I suppose rooting would fix that problem too. Also can you download (and install) apps directly to the SD card?
Regarding rooting I found this.
Sorry if I made any mistake, please bare with me.
Thank you in advance!

First of all asking for the best rom is not allowed. Try some of them and find the best for your usage
For moving apps check out Link2SD :good:
For rooting use the program that you posted in the link and it'll work. But for installing a custom rom you have to unlock the bootloader to flash a custom kernel
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.4

cyber_marco said:
Sorry if I made any mistake, please bare with me.
Thank you in advance!
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read mihans very helpful post above
just to gettting know you: if u install a custom kernel (which all the 4 roms require) you dont have to root the phone as all of those kernels /roms come prerooted, so no need for errot, just for ics maybe. if u want to install some that roms:
- read b4 doing, like the installing process. & if u can get some friend whos a bit xperienced in this for help.
- unlock BL.
- flash custom kernel form rom.zip / or the one which is required
- install rom by cwm & use it for some days

mihahn said:
First of all asking for the best rom is not allowed. Try some of them and find the best for your usage
For moving apps check out Link2SD :good:
For rooting use the program that you posted in the link and it'll work. But for installing a custom rom you have to unlock the bootloader to flash a custom kernel
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.4
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I see. I just asked to see what's more popular and overall better, like saying update 5 is better than update 4.
I downloaded Link2SD but I suppose it works only on rooted phones.
For installing the custom ROM, I should follow the instructions in its thread I presume.
Thanks again for your help.

Can someone show me a tutorial or video of how to install a custom ROM, I'm getting lost in the site.
Thanks!

cyber_marco said:
Can someone show me a tutorial or video of how to install a custom ROM, I'm getting lost in the site.
Thanks!
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Read my guide on how to flash a custom rom/kernel and you'll know
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.4

mihahn said:
Read my guide on how to flash a custom rom/kernel and you'll know
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Yeah, I found your guidees on how to unlock the bootloader and how to install a custom kernel/rom.
Will give them a try. One more thing, is there a way to use the phone contacts directly from the SIM card without copying them to the phone?
Thanks again for your great work! :good:

cyber_marco said:
Yeah, I found your guidees on how to unlock the bootloader and how to install a custom kernel/rom.
Will give them a try. One more thing, is there a way to use the phone contacts directly from the SIM card without copying them to the phone?
Thanks again for your great work! :good:
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Okay
I haven't found that option on my phone (nexus 4, stock android), but it may be there. But I've found some apps on google play to manage Sim card contacts and to call/text them etc. Maybe try an app in the playstore and it'll work
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mihahn said:
Okay
I haven't found that option on my phone (nexus 4, stock android), but it may be there. But I've found some apps on google play to manage Sim card contacts and to call/text them etc. Maybe try an app in the playstore and it'll work
Sent from my Nexus 4 running Android 4.4
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I'll check Google Play for more.
I'm trying to unlock the bootloader of my phone, using your guide but I can't get it to work.
When I tried the automatic unlocking tool I got an error. Using the manual way I don't understand what you do when you shutdown the phone and use cmd.
Now we open a command window from windows and go to the installation folder of the android sdk. Then we go in the tools folder. Use the following commands to navigate:
cd .. = one folder up
cd foldername = open folder
dir = show content of the folder
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cyber_marco said:
I'll check Google Play for more.
I'm trying to unlock the bootloader of my phone, using your guide but I can't get it to work.
When I tried the automatic unlocking tool I got an error. Using the manual way I don't understand what you do when you shutdown the phone and use cmd.
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If you use the manual method and cmd, you have yo open the directory where the tool is. To do that, you have to type cd to access directories. Use google for more tutorials on how to navigate in cmd
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cyber_marco said:
I'll check Google Play for more.
I'm trying to unlock the bootloader of my phone, using your guide but I can't get it to work.
When I tried the automatic unlocking tool I got an error. Using the manual way I don't understand what you do when you shutdown the phone and use cmd.
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I managed to open the cmd in the window (shift+right click) but when I enter "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY" I get the following error:
The program can't start because AdbWinApi.dll is missing from your computer. Try reinstalling the program to fix this problem.
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My Android version is 4.0.4, build number 4.1.B.0.587
In the SKD manager I installed:
Tools
Android 4.0 (API 14)
Extras->Google USB driver
I also tried installing Android 4.0.3 (API 15) and Android 4.1.2(API 16).

Anyhow I got past the missing "AdbWinApi.dll" error.
When I enter "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY" or "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce getvar version" I get the same text in the cmd box, even with the phone unplugged.

cyber_marco said:
Anyhow I got past the missing "AdbWinApi.dll" error.
When I enter "fastboot.exe -i 0x0fce oem unlock 0xKEY" I get the following in the cmd box.
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You have to replace "KEY" with your unlock key of course! You get this key on the Sony website like mentioned in my guide
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mihahn said:
You have to replace "KEY" with your unlock key of course! You get this key on the Sony website like mentioned in my guide
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Even if I paste the unlock key I get the same text.
I unistalled PC companion and reinstalled fastboot too. That happens even with the phone unplugged.

cyber_marco said:
Even if I paste the unlock key I get the same text.
I unistalled PC companion and reinstalled fastboot too. That happens even with the phone unplugged.
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u installed android SDK, fine. (just leave all checks & press install)
install flashtool & ALL its drovers from drivers folder
connect the phone once powered on (win will may install drivers), once in fastboot mode (same again) & flashmode (same again)..
then all drivers should be fine. anyway if unlock fails, recheck if u really entered EXACTLY ur imei at sony website to get unlock key...

help!
Hey Guys!
I've tried to install the newest pac-man rom on my girlfriends Xperia mini pro (sk17i with 4.0.4 stock rom).
After i had opened its bootloader i flashed its kernel with the kernel i found in the pac-man zip by flashtool. After that, in cwm i tried to install the zip file, but i get the following error message: "Error in /storage/sdcard0/pac_mango_4.4.alpha...zip (status 0). Installation aborted"
Please help me. What did i do wrong?
How can i install the rom properly?
Thx in advance!

mihahn said:
Read my guide on how to flash a custom rom/kernel and you'll know
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Hi again, so I managed to unlock my bootloader using your guide, it was really helpful!
Then I went to flash the kernel of the phone using the Super Fusion kernel from here.
All went good with the flashing, no errors or bad blocks in the log file. But when I try to power up the phone to install the custom rom the phone shows a black screen.
I powered up the phone and kept pressing the down button. The led turned blue/cyan (it vibrated) and then it stays yellow.
Can you help me?

cyber_marco said:
Hi again, so I managed to unlock my bootloader using your guide, it was really helpful!
Then I went to flash the kernel of the phone using the Super Fusion kernel from here.
All went good with the flashing, no errors or bad blocks in the log file. But when I try to power up the phone to install the custom rom the phone shows a black screen.
I powered up the phone and kept pressing the down button. The led turned blue/cyan (it vibrated) and then it stays yellow.
Can you help me?
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Afaik superfusion was never built for mini pro... Choose a cm10 supporting kernel for mini pro...
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Attitude.SSJ said:
Afaik superfusion was never built for mini pro... Choose a cm10 supporting kernel for mini pro...
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Thanks for the help. Is this kernel compatible?

Finally I managed to solve my problems.
As it seems I was using the wrong version of the ROM I was trying to install. In the end all went as they should!
Mihahn you are a genius! The ROM works flawlessly, it's super fast!!! I can't believe that a 2011 phone can be this fast, great job man!!! :laugh:
I found only 2 problems, the Gallery app doesn't seem to work. Every time I click on it, it tries to open but then closes again. I guess that's not much of a problem as I can install a different one.
My other problem is with the mechanical keyboard. I managed to change from 2 different languages of writing (English and Greek) with the "globe" key but it seems that there is no auto-replace/capitalization/punctuate function. Is there a way to fix that? Also the brightness of the keys is a bit low, is it possible to increase the brightness?
Thanks again for your stupendous work, keep up! :good:

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