[Q] Rescue me please .... - Motorola Droid X2

Moto Droid X2 2.3.5 (from stock update). Tried to root, and I think it worked, as I have superuser.
I also downloaded ROM manager, Titanium Backup and RootApp Delete, Goo.Manager.
I tried to install Cyanogen Mod from ROM Manager and regular recovery. ROM manager would not boot into recovery. Regular recovery will not install the custom ROM due to incomplete signature or something. Fearing I had totally done something wrong I googled again ... read that ROM manager can brick an X2 so I deleted.
Then I began to panic. I tried to download, run several other suggestions and now I am totally confused. My phone works, so I don't think it is bricked (Which I assume means it won't work). I am in over my head and I don't understand what I am doing, nor do I know the lingo. I think I have done too many things from too many different suggestions.
So, can someone please rescue me ....
(1) how do I know what I am really running?
(2) how do I know if I am truly rooted?
(3) how do I know what custom ROM to flash
(4) how do I know if I am even asking the right questions?
(5) will any of this will work?
It was recommended on another forum that I do this: Do you have a terminal app? If not, grab one of the free ones from Play Store. Invoke the app, it'll likely then ask for root permission.. if not, look at the terminal screen for a # sign. If it is there, your device is rooted. If a $ is there instead, type su. If it asks for root permission, click or type yes. If you then see the # sign, you're rooted, if "denied" appears, you're not rooted.
I went ahead and chose Terminal IDE. When it opened, I selected Terminal IDE (not install system). It appears as a DOS type screen with a $ symbol. I typed su and granted SuperUser permissions. Now it shows: $su# .... is that correct? In the notification bar, it says Terminal IDE is running. Should this be happening? Do I need to exit or leave it running?
I've now been hanging all day to hopefully find an answer. I realize begging for help is limited to the time someone can offer. So, I am not complaining, I just need some help.

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rom manager does not work with droid x2
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brick is often over used, most motorola droid's, like the droid X2, have a locked bootloader
making them almost unbrickable
if it will not boot, just flash a sbf file with rsd lite
see links in my list
sd_shadow's [Collection] of Links for Droid X2
all roms are flash over 2.3.4, except eclipse 2, which is flashed over 2.3.5
you can verify root with 'root basic' free in play store
but only magic md5 can root 2.3.5
magic md5 root for d2, d2g, dx, & dx2
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1-Oj1a1wNZKhZMPUqU_6KzzYzQJ2RKzvvumTx-41f3h4/edit
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Clarification
Thanks for clarifying the rom manager question. I also am glad to know it is probably not bricked (although I am just assuming that means it won't work). I am so ignorant and don't know what all these words mean. I am grateful for any tips anyone can share to help me.
I am convinced the phone is rooted, so if that is true and I have SuperUser then I am ready to install a new ROM right?
I am going to say I need the Eclipse 2, since I have 2.3.5 (although I can't see any further #'s). If ROM manager doesn't work, then am I just flashing (which I assume means installing) the Eclipse 2 via the regulary android recovery?? OR is there some other program I need to use??
I have searched your links and I see this: Nandroid Eclipse 2.3 for DX2.7z (Is that right? I don't know what the 2.7z means).
Sorry to ask so many questions, but again I am not too bright on the lingo. I need it in 1st grade terminology! Thanks in advance!!

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Before you install a custom rom
1. Root
2. Install Droid X2 BSR/System Recovery
3. backup user data recommended not required
a. backup apps with titanium backup, or rom toolbox
b. backup texts and call log with sms backup +
c. verify that contacts are backed up/ synced
d. Make a Nandroid HowTo: Perform a bootstrap (or nandroid) backup and recovery of X2
Install a custom rom using Droid X2 BSR/System Recovery
How to use bootstrap recovery
How to install a custome rom with bsr
[ROM] Eclipse v2.3 (7/25/12)
don't use my nandroid unless normal rom zips fail to install
more videos here
How to video's. sbf, root, nandroid backup, and restore

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Just glancing I see this:
Droid X2 Recovery APK download:
Mirror 1
Mirror 2
Mirror 3
One question was do I need all three, because only the first one works. The bottom links are broken.
Additionally, there are fees for some of the other links? If so, I must wait until I can figure out how to pay for them.
I will go back and follow step by step, and pray this works. It looks very complicated and over my head ....

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mirrors are copies on different servers, you just need one
all downloads are free, just don't click on advertising links
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Well, as confused as I was ... I think I followed all instructions correctly. Now, upon system reboot it is stuck on the Eclipse screen with the flashing patterns .............. what did I do wrong???? Pulling the battery and turning on after plugging into wall charger doesn't change anything. I could cry ......... I don't even care if it is rooted anymore. I knew this was over my head. Now I can't even call anyone on my phone.

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not sure what you mean patterns
could take 2 mins to boot
have to reinstall bsr after installing rom
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try wiping data in android recovery
How to Wipe Data (DX2) from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1317707
17. Whether or not your phone boot loops at this time, I HIGHLY recommend performing a factory reset from the Android Recovery menu. This is also the process of fixing the boot loop.
a. Pull the battery.
b. Plug the battery back in.
c. Power up your phone by pressing and holding the VOLUME DOWN BUTTON and then pressing the POWER BUTTON until you see the words FASTBOOT (in white) at the top of the DX2’s screen. This should only take about 3-5 seconds.
d. Press the VOLUME DOWN BUTTON 7 times, or until you see the words ANDROID RECOVERY.
e. Press the VOLUME UP BUTTON and the screen will add “Entering Android Recovery” under the words ANDROID RECOVERY.
f. In about 5-7 seconds, you should see a white triangle with a yellow exclamation point in the middle and a little android down and to the right of the triangle.
g. Press both volume buttons at once.
h. The Android system recovery utility (second line of text) will come up.
i. Press the VOLUME DOWN BUTTON until “wipe data/factory reset” is highlighted.
j. Press the power button to start the process.
k. Once the wipe data/factory reset process has completed, press the VOLUME UP BUTTON until reboot is highlighted.
l. Press the power button to reboot your DX2.
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if phone does not boot after data wipe, you will need to flash a sbf
How To Flash a SBF Using RSD Lite

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The patterns are just color splashes I guess on the Eclipse screen. I have wiped/reset to factory and selected reboot. Boots back to the same Eclipse screen ........... in tears now!
Edited to add: I decided to try the wipe/reset again ... and this time it worked. I now have eclipse on the phone!! I was able to dial a #. Now to figure out how to resync everything .. I hope that is all that is left!!! Happy tears now, I think!!!

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if it didn't boot after 3mins pull battery
if battery dies, it just makes it harder.
follow how to use rsd lite

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Not sure if you saw my edited post above:
Edited to add: I decided to try the wipe/reset again ... and this time it worked. I now have eclipse on the phone!! I was able to dial a #. Now to figure out how to resync everything .. I hope that is all that is left!!! Happy tears now, I think!!!
sd_shadow said:
if it didn't boot after 3mins pull battery
if battery dies, it just makes it harder.
follow how to use rsd lite
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great, sometimes data doesn't wipe complete, first try, good idea to wipe data before and after installing rom
fyi: don't edit posts to add info, just makes things confusing, if you use quick reply, this site
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like this
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unless you post under 20 secs or something
also added some instructions/suggestions to my list
Before Rooting

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Thanks!! I synced my office exchange email and that restored my contacts. Now working on finding all my previous apps, etc. :fingers-crossed:

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MsJRandy2 said:
Thanks!! I synced my office exchange email and that restored my contacts. Now working on finding all my previous apps, etc. :fingers-crossed:
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how do you like eclipse so far compared to stock?

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Lorenzo VonMatterhorn said:
how do you like eclipse so far compared to stock?
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I am soooo glad you asked. I was going to come create a new thread, but wasn't sure where to do it. I still need help. I like the ROM and the features. However, my phone is still slow and sluggish. It freezes up on screens. I thought this would help in the performance area. Wish I knew more about this and if there were things I could tweak to make it run smoother!

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try =V6 SuperCharger=
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basic instructions for installing v6 on a gingerbread rom

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sd_shadow said:
try =V6 SuperCharger=
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basic instructions for installing v6 on a gingerbread rom
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I will look at it over the weekend. A basic glance seemed really out of my thought process ... hahah!

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MsJRandy2 said:
I am soooo glad you asked. I was going to come create a new thread, but wasn't sure where to do it. I still need help. I like the ROM and the features. However, my phone is still slow and sluggish. It freezes up on screens. I thought this would help in the performance area. Wish I knew more about this and if there were things I could tweak to make it run smoother!
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keep in mind that with 512ish RAM, this phone really suffers in the bringing the beef department. in other words, limit your apps. i try to use the browser for facebook,twitter,tumblr, etc in order to save precious ram. it will lag out like that on just about any rom that we have. i just try to keep an eye on how much ram my apps are using, and also try to keep the ones i dont need closed. i know it wont result in the best phone experience, but this isnt really the best phone....lol. but it is VERY usable.
v6 in my experience hasnt really helped all that much anyway, or enough to even be worth going through the hassle of doing, but you can always give it a shot and see how it works for you.
also, EZSBF isnt to hard to do, you can make a disk and get back to 2.3.4..... under which the options are much more than what you get on 2.3.5 . i run cm9 and it gives me less problems than eclipse ever did. but you are also sacrificing video recording capabilities. again, keep in mind that i dont use many apps besides Falcon pro, and sometimes an extra music app or two. so i have less problems than someone who tries to run a bunch of apps like this is a galaxy nexus or something. lol. just a thought. but there is a LIST of roms to try out under 2.3.4, and a whopping three for 2.3.5. just sayin.
me or shadow can try to suggest things that may help. just let us know.

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MsJRandy2 said:
I am soooo glad you asked. I was going to come create a new thread, but wasn't sure where to do it.
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no need to start another thread, unless it's been several days and it's a very different issue.
you may want to try a different launcher like holo
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1722308
and widgets can use a lot of memory

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So, from what I am understanding, it is a memory/RAM issue? It was never a ROM issue to start with?
I certainly will be glad to follow any detailed instructions on anything that will help, but bear in mind I know comprehend all the abbreviations and other things.
I noticed yesterday after my post it seemed to get worse. I can't seem to back out of the call/contact screen. I have to restart the phone. The battery died by lunch time. I may need to add apps to the auto-end list, but I get confused on what to sync and not to sync.
I was talking to my daughter on the way from work and the phone just restarted on its own.
I don't want to give up the video issue of my phone if I can help it.
I never thought about widgets causing troubles. Perhaps I have too many apps?
I did not like the messaging or the calendar of Eclipse. My texts never showed the time and the the calendar ... well, I just don't care for the light black/dark black theme I guess. Even the email theme isn't my favorite, but not sure how to fix that. So, I downloaded handcent sms and a calendar.
I have 16g memory, which is one of the main reasons I chose this phone as my verizon upgrade last year. Again, never thought about not having enough RAM. I use a 1 tap cleaner, and I thought the cache showed the RAM - say right now it shows Total 1.96GB, Avail: 1.44GB. I can clear things and bump it up to about 1.52. If that is not the RAM, then where do I find it?
Here is how uneducated I am ... if I have the Eclipse ROM, then I am still running the android 2.3.5 as well? I thought rooting and adding a custom ROM raised the android version. Guess not ... I had to google that to see that is called Gingerbread.
I guess I can check out the launchers? What advantages are there to do this? Anyone have a personal favorite?
Sadly, I know enough to know droid trumps the iPhone ... but my kid has the 8gb iPhone 4, has just as many apps, and never has troubles.