Hey guys.
I'm not new to rooting and flashing ROMs, but this RAZR is much different from the phones I'm used to... so I must start off as a noob with this phone. Also, I'm overly used to using Clockwork Mod Recovery and Safestrap is a bit different.
I need to know how to flash ROMs on my XT912 RAZR.
In Clockwork Mod Recovery, I used to wipe data 3x to make sure everything was cleared, wipe cache and then wipe dalvik cache... then flash the ROM.
Is this the same method used or are the steps to install a ROM different for this device?
Thanks.
I hate to ask such a noob question, but I really can't afford to make a mistake. Phones aren't cheap.
RBarnett09 said:
Hey guys.
I'm not new to rooting and flashing ROMs, but this RAZR is much different from the phones I'm used to... so I must start off as a noob with this phone. Also, I'm overly used to using Clockwork Mod Recovery and Safestrap is a bit different.
I need to know how to flash ROMs on my XT912 RAZR.
In Clockwork Mod Recovery, I used to wipe data 3x to make sure everything was cleared, wipe cache and then wipe dalvik cache... then flash the ROM.
Is this the same method used or are the steps to install a ROM different for this device?
Thanks.
I hate to ask such a noob question, but I really can't afford to make a mistake. Phones aren't cheap.
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Use Safestrap recovery by Hashcode. It is based on TWRP. You can also dual boot roms (or even 3 and 4) on this phone. If you want more advanced or based on CWM, install the Boot Menu Manager in playstore
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TheMrcool212 said:
Use Safestrap recovery by Hashcode. It is based on TWRP. You can also dual boot roms (or even 3 and 4) on this phone. If you want more advanced or based on CWM, install the Boot Menu Manager in playstore
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I'm using Safestrap.
I'm just wondering how to properly flash a ROM with this recovery.
RBarnett09 said:
I'm using Safestrap.
I'm just wondering how to properly flash a ROM with this recovery.
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To flash a ROM you have to create a ROM-Slot in "Boot Options" then go to "Install" Then pick your ROM and that's it.
If your coming from another ROM you go to "Wipe" then wipe Dalvik Cache, then Cache then you Wipe System, then you go back and go to "Install" and pick your ROM.
Gus194 said:
To flash a ROM you have to create a ROM-Slot in "Boot Options" then go to "Install" Then pick your ROM and that's it.
If your coming from another ROM you go to "Wipe" then wipe Dalvik Cache, then Cache then you Wipe System, then you go back and go to "Install" and pick your ROM.
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Do you recommend I check the zip file signature verification or the force MD5 check on all zips before flashing a ROM?
Or just not check either box and continue with the flash?
Idk, that's up to you. I have those unchecked. I just continue with the flash.
Gus194 said:
Idk, that's up to you. I have those unchecked. I just continue with the flash.
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I checked both of them and it fails to flash. I just double checked the MD5 and then flashed anyways.
Luckily I'm not regretting anything. Haha.
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I rarely check those when flashing. Though I don't know if it is bad practice or not.
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Hey guys, quick question. I am currently running CM7 on my V but it is to unstable for me, too many FC's and reboots. I would like to flash That Ain't Sense ROM, found here:
http://androidforums.com/optimus-v-all-things-root/312747-rom-theme-wait-aint-sense-4-6-2011-a.html
Under the directions, it says:
how to flash:
put gapps and rom on sdcard
wipe the hell out of your phone
flash both and reboot
enjoy
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When it says, wipe the hell out of the phone, what specifically do I have to wipe, and at what time during the process? Since I am moving to an entirely new ROM, what do I need to wipe?
P.S. I am running thunderc recovery.
Data, cache, system, dalvik cache and something else i can't remember. If am i not wrong, ROMManager doesn't work on the V, so you can't switch back and forth freely, unless there is another method.
RavenSEAL said:
Data, cache, system, dalvik cache and something else i can't remember. If am i not wrong, ROMManager doesn't work on the V, so you can't switch back and forth freely, unless there is another method.
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Okay do I wipe all of that before flashing or after or what? Its been a while since my last flash.
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You wanna wipe before flashing a new ROM. I wipe data/cache, then Dalvik cache then flash ROM, then gapps file
dingermtb said:
You wanna wipe before flashing a new ROM. I wipe data/cache, then Dalvik cache then flash ROM, then gapps file
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Is that all I have to wipe? I made a nandroid backup but I just want to make sure I'm doing this right.
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This should be in Q&A
That's all I wipe. Wiping everything won't hurt though. Just don't do a factory reset through the settings with the phone booted up. Do it through the recovery.
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i am using the Goo.im app from the playstore to download the nightly builds directly to my touchpad, i then use TWRP to install. for some reason though, i can't install any of the previous nightly builds, it always says that the installation failed. will someone explain to me how to install nightly builds over top of the first nightly build i downloaded?
Have you tried performing a full wipe before installation? Sounds like the files may be corrupted as well.
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nolimit06 said:
Have you tried performing a full wipe before installation? Sounds like the files may be corrupted as well.
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Agreed, possible corruption with previous zip files.
What is a full wipe exactly if i may ask?
eddytheyeti2 said:
What is a full wipe exactly if i may ask?
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Within ClockworkMod select "Wipe data and Cache" then go to "Advanced" and select "Wipe davlik cache". That should do it for you.
Then when you want to install a new nightly make sure that you wipe the davlik cache again before flashing the newer nightly. Don't wipe the data or cache because then it won't retain all your apps and data. Either way before you install a new ROM make sure you take a nandroid backup that way if something went wrong you can return everything back to normal.
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I've wiped that, and still no luck. It always fails.
eddytheyeti2 said:
I've wiped that, and still no luck. It always fails.
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Not sure if you want to go this route but you can make backups of anything important on your TP and wipe your SD card and per form the full wipe 3 times then download the rom/gapps of your choice and move them to your tp using usb mass storage mode in CWM and then try flashing and see what happens.
Hopefully you can get this sorted out, let us know if you need any more help.
Bharakrama said:
Within ClockworkMod select "Wipe data and Cache" then go to "Advanced" and select "Wipe davlik cache". That should do it for you.
Then when you want to install a new nightly make sure that you wipe the davlik cache again before flashing the newer nightly. Don't wipe the data or cache because then it won't retain all your apps and data. Either way before you install a new ROM make sure you take a nandroid backup that way if something went wrong you can return everything back to normal.
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Can you explain that a little more clearly? Also, is it possible to do this with TWRP? If so, please help.
It wouldnt hurt to check the md5 sum to make sure the rom isnt a bad dl.
To wipe on twrp, click on the wipe button and it will take you to a screen where you can wipe things.
paul96 said:
It wouldnt hurt to check the md5 sum to make sure the rom isnt a bad dl.
To wipe on twrp, click on the wipe button and it will take you to a screen where you can wipe things.
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i have done wipes each time. Also, i have dl from two different sources and still no luck.. any other ideas?
twrp is fail. go back to CWMrecovery, and if it doesnt work with the zips you downloaded with the goomanager app, then download the nightly manually from the goo.im site and try that.
The problem with going back to CWM is the fact i never had CMW recovery installed... like i put the zip on my touchpad and all, but it was never installed. at least i think i put it on there...
I bought an S3 today that was already rooted with CleanRom 5.5.1 installed. I am wanting to install CM10. What are the steps I need in order to do so?
I will make it simple.
1. Check out the recovery, in your case I think 3rd part recovery should be already installed, if not, install one.
2. Wipe data / cache, format /system partition in recovery
3. Flash the ROM you want via recovery or Odin.
4. Reboot, done
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qtwrk said:
I will make it simple.
1. Check out the recovery, in your case I think 3rd part recovery should be already installed, if not, install one.
2. Wipe data / cache, format /system partition in recovery
3. Flash the ROM you want via recovery or Odin.
4. Reboot, done
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How do I check the recovery to see what is installed? I know how to wipe and format. Thanks for the help.
Harikiri13 said:
How do I check the recovery to see what is installed? I know how to wipe and format. Thanks for the help.
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Boot into recovery and the recovery version should be at top.
If you want to install CM go to their site or thread and read fully the installation instructions.
Check first is your device even i9300, if not change to your own s3 variant forum... I dont think CleanRom is for i9300..
sorry if it is newbie question..
as i am quite unsatisfied with battery life of pardus hd rom,,thinking of installing android revolution hd.
in installation instruction i saw "data wiping option in AROMA"
what does it mean?? how can i do that? please tell me..(android revolution hd: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1797334)
thanx in advance..
when flashing the rom, choose the data wiping option in the installer
Aroma is an installation wizard tailor made by the developer for each rom. If the instructions for a rom say "wipe data in aroma" they have obviously created an option in aroma for you to wipe data.
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rootSU said:
Aroma is an installation wizard tailor made by the developer for each rom. If the instructions for a rom say "wipe data in aroma" they have obviously created an option in aroma for you to wipe data.
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thank you!! you are always there for solving my problems from the beginning
okay got it!! but when i'll get this aroma installation wizard..on first startup?? during flashing the rom??
when i enter into cwm recovery..there are simply some options saying wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache etc.... where this aroma installer exists?? can i simply wipe data and wipe cache?? i am wondering where this aroma installer present..
Actually i dont know about this aroma thing..
Thanks in Advance!!
Glebun said:
when flashing the rom, choose the data wiping option in the installer
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thank you!!!
you mean in cwm???
or any particular installer??
sorry i am still newbie..
If a rom has aroma, it comes up after you chose to flash the zip via recovery. See it as an interactive install from recovery. Just flash zips in the usual way. If its aroma, it will pop up
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rootSU said:
If a rom has aroma, it comes up after you chose to flash the zip via recovery. See it as an interactive install from recovery. Just flash zips in the usual way. If its aroma, it will pop up
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okay got it
thank you!!
so many terms. finally got it after searching and found this thread.
To all in the thread, is it correct to assume that if you wipe data in AROMA then you do not have to worry about firmware updates and MID/CID matching?
I am going to flash a custom ROM (which has AROMA option) on my HTC One via custom recovery (not via hboot/bootloader) so I assume I am in the clear from any risks of bricking??
For reference, I am a slightly above average newbie
You are in the wrong forum to ask questions about HTC, i9300 is totally different so no, you could brick it.
tetakpatak said:
Please quote my post and copy&paste whole text into some help thread for your phone, it is better idea as we are now getting off topic here. I'll try to help you there.
Format /system is done in recovery mode under "mount and storage" then after that you can restore your nandroid if it is done with the same recovery you use now. If you're on PhilZ 6, it usually can restore also CWM 6 backups.
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What does format system do? And please help me load sentinel rom. That's the one I was gonna do.
Okay now for the question... I was running stock 4.1.2 with siyah kernel 6.0 b5. Then I decided to install philz kernel, but ended up in bootloop. Then I tried flashing dorimanx but still in bootloop. All the while I wiped everything before flashing.
Now im stuck as I can boot into recovery via any kernel but ultimately phone is stuck.
What to do?
And can anyone give me steps to install sentinel rom from this stage?
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AndroidReborn said:
What does format system do? And please help me load sentinel rom. That's the one I was gonna do.
Okay now for the question... I was running stock 4.1.2 with siyah kernel 6.0 b5. Then I decided to install philz kernel, but ended up in bootloop. Then I tried flashing dorimanx but still in bootloop. All the while I wiped everything before flashing.
Now im stuck as I can boot into recovery via any kernel but ultimately phone is stuck.
What to do?
And can anyone give me steps to install sentinel rom from this stage?
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Mate, sorry for waiting, I was out of home. We will get your ROM back as soon as the phone boots again.
Don't worry, it doesn't sound serious so far. We have recovery and download mode (so topic name "nothing works" isn't really correct)
Formatting /system wipes all data from the system partition (so your system will be gone then) and it is important to do before installing new ROMs (essencially important for KitKat). It can't do any harm. As you have tried to install other kernels and didn't work we should check first what did you try to flash so far and it didn't boot? Is that what you wrote all what you have tried?
Now let me know please which recovery do you have now and is it the same version like when you have created your nandroid backup? If the recovery is the same, I would indeed try to restore nandroid backup right after wiping /system. Before you wipe the system just let me know: can you use ADB? If yes, check do you have ADB connection in the recovery mode?
tetakpatak said:
Mate, sorry for waiting, I was out of home. We will get your ROM back as soon as the phone boots again.
Don't worry, it doesn't sound serious so far. We have recovery and download mode (so topic name "nothing works" isn't really correct)
Formatting /system wipes all data from the system partition (so your system will be gone then) and it is important to do before installing new ROMs (essencially important for KitKat). It can't do any harm. As you have tried to install other kernels and didn't work we should check first what did you try to flash so far and it didn't boot? Is that what you wrote all what you have tried?
Now let me know please which recovery do you have now and is it the same version like when you have created your nandroid backup? If the recovery is the same, I would indeed try to restore nandroid backup right after wiping /system. Before you wipe the system just let me know: can you use ADB? If yes, check do you have ADB connection in the recovery mode?
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Will it wipe the internal memory? Or the rom in the phone?
I have cwm based recovery v. 6.0.1.2. Yes I used it to make the backup.
Checking for adb.. How do I do it? .
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AndroidReborn said:
Will it wipe the internal memory? Or the rom in the phone?
I have cwm based recovery v. 6.0.1.2. Yes I used it to make the backup.
Checking for adb.. How do I do it?
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Hi! Internal memory usually shouldn't get wiped by formatting /system, as it is "storage", not part of the system. I would give a try, wipe all: data/factory reset, cache, dalvik cache (advanced) and format /system (mounts and storage). Then back to the main menu --> backup & restore --> restore from (internal or external memory where your nandroid is saved) and choose your backup. It should reboot normally then.
tetakpatak said:
Hi! Internal memory usually shouldn't get wiped by formatting /system, as it is "storage", not part of the system. I would give a try, wipe all: data/factory reset, cache, dalvik cache (advanced) and format /system (mounts and storage). Then back to the main menu --> backup & restore --> restore from (internal or external memory where your nandroid is saved) and choose your backup. It should reboot normally then.
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Thanks for helping, but I ended up downloading the stock rom and flashing it. Everything was normal. Then I installed cm10.2 so everything's great now. Thanks!
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Cool, @AndroidReborn! Now you can install your old ROM again and restore nandroid. Keep that stock FW saved on your PC, so if your phone gets ever again soft-bricked, no problem to revive it again.
I am wondering how nobody here responsed your help prompt, we have in i9000 help threads always handfull people of experience and skills who are ready to help in need. And there are double amount of the SGS2 units sold around the world.... strange.
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Cool, @AndroidReborn! Now you can install your old ROM again and restore nandroid. Keep that stock FW saved on your PC, so if your phone gets ever again soft-bricked, no problem to revive it again.
I am wondering how nobody here responsed your help prompt, we have in i9000 help threads always handfull people of experience and skills who are ready to help in need. And there are double amount of the SGS2 units sold around the world.... strange.
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No idea. The people seem pretty 'busy'. Thanks for helping. Just one teeny tiny last question.. How do I install cm11 or any kitkat rom over this? Cwm is 6.0.4.5 so it's compatible...
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If you want to flash kitkat, the first thing you need to do is flash a kitkat compatible CWM (v6.0.4.7). If you try to flash KK with an 'older' CWM, you'll get 'installation aborted....error status 7' or something similar........
I'm currently running @infected_s KK build, and in the OP, you will find download links for the correct CWM, ROM and GApps files.......
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If you want to flash kitkat, the first thing you need to do is flash a kitkat compatible CWM (v6.0.4.7). If you try to flash KK with an 'older' CWM, you'll get 'installation aborted....error status 7' or something similar........
I'm currently running @infected_s KK build, and in the OP, you will find download links for the correct CWM, ROM and GApps files.......
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6.0.4.5 is compatible? I think so ......
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I've always read....not.....
In any case, probably best not to risk it......
6.0.4.7 is DEFINITELY KK compatible.... and it'd take a couple of seconds to flash.........
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AndroidReborn said:
No idea. The people seem pretty 'busy'. Thanks for helping. Just one teeny tiny last question.. How do I install cm11 or any kitkat rom over this? Cwm is 6.0.4.5 so it's compatible...
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Yes, mate, CWM 6.0.4.5 is capable of flashing KitKat.
It is usually always the same:
download your ROM zip and compatible Gapps
check in the phone (or PC) if the zips are corrupted through download (if they open after clicking them, they are fine)
move the zips to the folder you will flash it from (if you use PC to flash zips with ADB sideload, put them in the sdk/platform-tools folder)
make nandroid backup of your presently used ROM
wipe data/factory reset
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache (advanced)
format /system (under mount and storage)
flash ROM.zip
flash Gapps
reboot
It is in general always good to read in the development thread of the ROM you attend to flash in the opening post which Gapps are recommended, or if there is some unusual order of flashing (sometimes, developers recommend reboot system after flashing ROM, and after that going to recovery and flash Gapps zip.
Some KitKat ROMs struggle with root access by using Superuser, so SuperSU should be flashed. If SuperSU app from Play Store gives errors by updating binary, you should uninstall SuperSU app then, find in the Chainfire's thread the compatible UPDATE-SuperSu.zip (version for your phone), flash its zip in the recovery, install SuperSU app, update binary (either "normal" or "through CWM/TWRP")