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Alrighty, I am new to the linux world and I am trying to setup my beloved adb on my Ubuntu. Java is there, SDK in in /opt/androidsdk. Do I need something more? I read that people install Eclipse also but since I am not a developer I don't need it, do I? I only need to execute very simple adb commands like push.
With Windows I needed the HTC Hero drivers and then it worked like a charm. Do I need something similar here?
I tried to run adb devices while my phone was connected and I get a phone with ?????????? as a name.
Is adb going to work or do I miss something?
Thanks in advance!
Adb works fine on x64 Ubuntu. I know there is a guide for it on www.villainrom.co.uk/wiki, but then search "adb" and it should bring up the entry.
I'm installing Ubuntu again today anyway, so I can check it works (which it does btw)
theodore80 said:
Alrighty, I am new to the linux world and I am trying to setup my beloved adb on my Ubuntu. Java is there, SDK in in /opt/androidsdk. Do I need something more? I read that people install Eclipse also but since I am not a developer I don't need it, do I? I only need to execute very simple adb commands like push.
With Windows I needed the HTC Hero drivers and then it worked like a charm. Do I need something similar here?
I tried to run adb devices while my phone was connected and I get a phone with ?????????? as a name.
Is adb going to work or do I miss something?
Thanks in advance!
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Try doing this.
sudo adb kill-server
sudo adb root
then do w/e you need to do. This worked for me.
Not sure if you need to sudo kill-server, if it doesnt kill it, try without
ante0 said:
Try doing this.
sudo adb kill-server
sudo adb root
then do w/e you need to do. This worked for me.
Not sure if you need to sudo kill-server, if it doesnt kill it, try without
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I did this followed by adb devices and I now get the correct device name.
I guess that it works though I didn't try to push any app
Another question: how do I add adb to the path? I currently need to type in the full adb path. It is linux related but I am new into this exciting world!!
Thanks for helping me out!
Google "Ubuntu add to path" and it will tell you
It might seem a bit stupid, but maybe others will encounter one of this issues and it will help them. your more than welcome at add to this.
P: computer wont recognize device in debug mode. instead it recognizes "android 1.0" or something else.
S: download HTC sync. it contains the proper drivers.
P: while activating the *.bat file you get the erroe "adb out of date...killing". the script will run all the way, but root access wont be given.
s: you need to close all adb processes from task manager, and the htcsync process as well (on PC)! also, you need to reflash the img file, and try rooting again.
HTC SYNC
after 10 attempts at ROOT, I found this tread. It is CRITICAL that you stop the HTCSync process on you PC or root will not work!
HTC Sync on the tab or on the pc? I killed it on the tab through the running applications. To kill adb processes just close the command window on the pc.
you need to kill it on the PC.
Ok so noob question of the day!
Where are you supposed to input the commands (such as adb reboot bootloader) to start the kernel flash process? I tried in cmd as well as terminal emulator on the tablet with no luck, what am I missing here?
NJFM said:
Ok so noob question of the day!
Where are you supposed to input the commands (such as adb reboot bootloader) to start the kernel flash process? I tried in cmd as well as terminal emulator on the tablet with no luck, what am I missing here?
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you should have ADB in your c:\android folder, or wherever your sdk is installed.
Do a search for adb with your pc to find out where you installed it.
then using the command prompt under start> programs> accessories> command prompt, go to the corrected directory that ADB is in.
to go to C:\android, for example, type " cd c:\android "
Then you would execute the adb commands, (example: adb reboot bootloader)
Go to youtube and search for a 'how to use ADB' tutorial.
I'm having difficulty hotbooting the insecure kernel.
I've uninstalled HTC Sync on my PC, and I've downloaded the insecure kernel to my SD card's root directory.
I have no problem rebooting the bootloader via adb, and my device is detected. However, when I try to hotboot the kernel, I routinely get a "cannot load" response. I'm typing in "fastboot boot [filename].img."
Suggestions?
Many thanks.
the insecure kernel shouldn't go to the SD card. only the wifi module should.
the *.img file should go to the adb\tools directory,
(maybe you can put it anywhere else and just write the full path while flashing, i'm not sure. i just copy this files to the tools directory and flash them from there. easiest way)
the flash command flashes the file from the directory on the computer to the device.
Thanks very much!
I'm sitting here laughing to myself because I'd tried changing the path in the command to a couple of places I'd placed the insecure kernel in my PC; the c: root directory and a directory I'd created to house downloaded Jetstream files. Obviously, neither worked.
Placing it in the adb\tools directory makes complete sense.
By the way, your mention of the "wifi module" sent me back to DooMLoRD's kernel thread. I see that you flashed the kernel and related wifi module on 1/4. Like others who posted, are you pleased with the kernel?
Thanks, again!
The kernel seems very nice and almost no one complaind.
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I'm sorry If I'm missing something really obvious, or if this question has been asked before, but I didn't find anything in the search, so here goes:
Firstly, as the title suggests, I'm wondering whether it would be possible to run ADB (Android Debug Bridge) inside an existing Android device. I saw this, but what I want is to be able to compile an ADB binary (plus any necessary libraries) for Android, put it on my sdcard, and run ADB commands from within a terminal emulator.
Secondly, I'm wondering whether, after installing ADB on one device (device #1), I could connect that device and another device (device #2) together, and use device #1 to perform ADB commands on device #2 (for example, rooting device #2 without needing a PC).
So..... Would it be possible?
This would fare better in the Android Q&A forum. I'll flag it to the forum mod and ask them to move it
Done, and Thank You Sir.
adb
pokepal101 said:
I'm sorry If I'm missing something really obvious, or if this question has been asked before, but I didn't find anything in the search, so here goes:
Firstly, as the title suggests, I'm wondering whether it would be possible to run ADB (Android Debug Bridge) inside an existing Android device. I saw this, but what I want is to be able to compile an ADB binary (plus any necessary libraries) for Android, put it on my sdcard, and run ADB commands from within a terminal emulator.
Secondly, I'm wondering whether, after installing ADB on one device (device #1), I could connect that device and another device (device #2) together, and use device #1 to perform ADB commands on device #2 (for example, rooting device #2 without needinig a PC).
So..... Would it be possible?
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I want to start by saying I'm no expert, but to the best of my knowledge, this is how it works.
adb runs native on android, the android property is ro.secure=1 this is found in the default.prop file. ADB is run in user privilege mode with this property setting. Not all of the adb shell commands will work with the device in this mode. With ro.secure=0 property setting, adb will run with root user privileges and all adb shell commands will function. There is an adb comand that when issued will return the value of the setting, but off the top of my head I could not tell you it. The file default.prop is part of the boot.img and will load every time the device is booted, so to edit the file the boot.img would have to be unpacked, edited, repacked, and pushed to the device boot partition.
I don't know why you would want to connect two smartphones using adb and don't know if it is even possible. It is probably best to run the binary with a script on the device where you want it installed. Good Luck with your project.
Sorry, I don't think I quite understand....
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Not all of the adb shell commands will work with the device in this mode
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I'm sorry if I'm not making myself clear, but I'm talking about running the ADB client/server on an android phone (normally done on a development computer), not the ADB daemon.
fdaconta said:
It is probably best to run the binary with a script on the device where you want it installed
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That's also not possible, as the script involves running some complicated ADB-ish things like "adb restore" and running while device #2 is turned off - hence the need for device #1.
I downloaded a standalone version of ADB from this website (no SDK) and the Odin files (loki_flash and recovery.lok). I put the Odin files in my data/local/tmp folder using Root Explorer on my phone. Now I'm trying to use the ADB shell command to install them. However, when I try to run it, it says "error: device offline" even though it's plugged into the USB port. How do I get ADB to detect my phone?
Thank you.
silverfang77 said:
I downloaded a standalone version of ADB from this website (no SDK) and the Odin files (loki_flash and recovery.lok). I put the Odin files in my data/local/tmp folder using Root Explorer on my phone. Now I'm trying to use the ADB shell command to install them. However, when I try to run it, it says "error: device offline" even though it's plugged into the USB port. How do I get ADB to detect my phone?
Thank you.
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Your have to authorize ADB from your phone, a message should pop up if it doesn't then first make sure you have the latest usb drivers, and that you have enabled usb debugging on the phone try and to use adb again and see if that works. If all else fails it never hurts to download the SDK, and make sure both java/jre and ADB are in your system path variable.
Hi guys,
EDIT: See the last posts - I have figured this out, and tried to include helpful information, if you are having this problem too.
Firstly please accept my apologies if this has been answered already. I have searched the forum, and the Internet, and cant find specific instructions, or a guide that I can follow with any success.
I stupidly deleted system files from my Kindle, but now I have purchased a fastboot cable, and I'am able to get it into fastboot mode.
I have correctly installed the ADB Drivers, and the device is now recognized by my Windows 7 Device Manager. It shows 'Android ADB Interface'.
I would guess that I need to flash the entire Kindle, but I'm unsure of how to do this, as I cannot seem to access the device at all. It currently loops when booting, giving me no time to see it as external storage via My Computer.
Please would someone more versed in this, guide me specifically through how to get myself back up and running again? I would be forever greatful.
I have SDK and JDK installed, but do not have the knowledge I need to learn how to use them properly.
Thanks so much in advance.
urbainmenace said:
Hi guys,
Firstly please accept my apologies if this has been answered already. I have searched the forum, and the Internet, and cant find specific instructions, or a guide that I can follow with any success.
I stupidly deleted system files from my Kindle, but now I have purchased a fastboot cable, and I'am able to get it into fastboot mode.
I have correctly installed the ADB Drivers, and the device is now recognized by my Windows 7 Device Manager. It shows 'Android ADB Interface'.
I would guess that I need to flash the entire Kindle, but I'm unsure of how to do this, as I cannot seem to access the device at all. It currently loops when booting, giving me no time to see it as external storage via My Computer.
Please would someone more versed in this, guide me specifically through how to get myself back up and running again? I would be forever greatful.
I have SDK and JDK installed, but do not have the knowledge I need to learn how to use them properly.
Thanks so much in advance.
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what is the fastboot cable? where can I get it? can a normal usb cable do the job?
goodayoo said:
what is the fastboot cable? where can I get it? can a normal usb cable do the job?
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You definitely need the fastboot cable to push files through the ADB Interface dude. You can buy one for dirt cheap on EBay. Then all you do is simply plug it into your PC and Kindle, and it should put the Kindle straight into Fastboot mode.
Then you need to install the ADB Drivers for the Kindle.
From there, I'm stuck I'm afraid.
urbainmenace said:
You definitely need the fastboot cable to push files through the ADB Interface dude. You can buy one for dirt cheap on EBay. Then all you do is simply plug it into your PC and Kindle, and it should put the Kindle straight into Fastboot mode.
Then you need to install the ADB Drivers for the Kindle.
From there, I'm stuck I'm afraid.
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OK，I think I'm gonna get one and give it a try. the only way to fix this brick is in the ADB Interface I'm sure. though I also don't know How to do.
I've finally figured out how to get ADB up and running, and how to start command prompt. I found this link helpful:
developer.amazon.com/public/resources/development-tools/ide-tools/tech-docs/05-setting-up-your-kindle-fire-tablet-for-testing
If anyone needs help pushing files through ADB, I recommend that link!
Do the following to detect your Kindle Fire tablet through ADB:
Open a command prompt window.
Change directory to your Android SDK platform-tools directory. - To do this, find out where SDK is installed on your PC. Copy the path.
Type cd in command prompt, then space, then paste the directory path. EG, C:\Users\Administrator\sdk\platform-tools
Hit enter, and the command line will change to read C:\Users\Administrator\sdk\platform-tools.
Run the following commands and confirm that the serial number for your Kindle Fire tablet appears in the list of devices.
adb kill-server
adb start-server
adb devices
Then follow the rest of the guide. I think all you need to to do, is push a system update through, by putting the file in the tools folder of SDK. This should make the device update, and put back any critical system files that you had previously deleted.
Now I'm just having issues with it finding the device, so I'm going to charge the Kindle for a few hours, and then try it again.
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urbainmenace said:
I've finally figured out how to get ADB up and running, and how to start command prompt. I found this link helpful:
developer.amazon.com/public/resources/development-tools/ide-tools/tech-docs/05-setting-up-your-kindle-fire-tablet-for-testing
If anyone needs help pushing files through ADB, I recommend that link!
Do the following to detect your Kindle Fire tablet through ADB:
Open a command prompt window.
Change directory to your Android SDK platform-tools directory. - To do this, find out where SDK is installed on your PC. Copy the path.
Type cd in command prompt, then space, then paste the directory path. EG, C:\Users\Administrator\sdk\platform-tools
Hit enter, and the command line will change to read C:\Users\Administrator\sdk\platform-tools.
Run the following commands and confirm that the serial number for your Kindle Fire tablet appears in the list of devices.
adb kill-server
adb start-server
adb devices
Then follow the rest of the guide. I think all you need to to do, is push a system update through, by putting the file in the tools folder of SDK. This should make the device update, and put back any critical system files that you had previously deleted.
Now I'm just having issues with it finding the device, so I'm going to charge the Kindle for a few hours, and then try it again.
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good to hear that! I hope you can tell me how to push the system folder into the fire hdx via ADB ,I got a thor-amazon-os-13.3.1.0.zip file.
goodayoo said:
good to hear that! I hope you can tell me how to push the system folder into the fire hdx via ADB ,I got a thor-amazon-os-13.3.1.0.zip file.
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In command prompt, there is an ADB push command, so I think all you do is type that, then the path of the file.
To list all the commands you can use, change command prompt to your platform-tools folder within SDK, type ADB in command prompt, and it will give you all the options.
You'll need to unzip the update file first I think.
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bootlooped, adb runs some commands
urbainmenace said:
In command prompt, there is an ADB push command, so I think all you do is type that, then the path of the file.
To list all the commands you can use, change command prompt to your platform-tools folder within SDK, type ADB in command prompt, and it will give you all the options.
You'll need to unzip the update file first I think.
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Working with the HDX 8.9.
I think I have deleted some of the system files also. I was reloading a safestrap backup and rebooted but the backup had failed to complete. I don't know what may be missing from the system files and would like to push the system files onto the device.
Right now I get a gray kindlefire screen for about 90 seconds, during which I have adb access, then it goes to the color kindlefire screen and asks if I want to Restore to Factory Defaults or reboot. I finally subjected it to the Restore to Factory Defaults, but that just wiped the cache and data partitions, I don't see where it did anything to the system files. It did not change my adb access.
In adb I can push files to some locations but others say: failed to copy ....: Read-only file system.
I cannot run shell commands
# adb shell
soinfo_link_image(linker.cpp:1617): could not load library "/vendor/lib/libNimsWrap.so" needed by "/system/bin/sh"; caused by load_library(linker.cpp:745): library "/vendor/lib/libNimsWrap.so" not foundCANNOT LINK EXECUTABLE
I was working in Windows 8.1 but have switched to Suse Linux but the results are the same so far.
I have the stock system files but I am not sure how to push them to the device, if it can be done, while the device is trying to reboot.
fastboot
I can put the HDX in Fastboot mode with the adb command. But when I try to pass commands to the HDX I get:
< waiting for device >
and I have to Ctrl-c to stop the process.
Do the fastboot commands only work if you have a fastboot cable???
Since you guys are using adb checkout these threads:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2530623 Factory Reset
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2636817 [Video Tutorial] GAPPS + Amazon from Cpasjuste
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2638241 How to un-boot-loop (another way)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2598577 [TUT/FIX] Fix the Boot Loop on Kindle Fire HDX 7"
This guy may also be able to help, forum member: GSLEON3 Post #16
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2580989&page=2