Hi Everybody,
Any help would be appreciated,
My phone is xt910s Korean version, I tried to upgrade it with this post [OTA] 672.180.41.XT910.Retail.en.EU
But the phone was bricked
Then I tried this solution UNbrick Motorola Razr XT910S/K
Step 1: Erase CID
Step 2: FLash Firmware
SPYDERIRD_U.01.6.7.3-94_SPI-324_04.11.01P_0A.74_ASIA_RETAIL_HKTW_CFC_HWp2b_SIG NED.xml.zip" archive (firmware 4.0.4)
Then use update "Blur_Version.673.94.328.XT910.AsiaRetail.en.03.zip
Step 3 Fix Boot + Mass Storage
And now all is good and my Razr is alive again
My question is can I upgrade to Jelly bean like EU JB, And how?
Thank you all for listening and hope you could help
You can easily flash 4.1.2 EU fastboot files onto your XT910S. You just need to delete cdt.bin line from the *.xml file of the EU 4.1.2 fastboot package. You only need to boot the device with BP Tools and root it, then install Boot Menu Manager to get rid of BP-tools process.
Semseddin said:
You can easily flash 4.1.2 EU fastboot files onto your XT910S. You just need to delete cdt.bin line from the *.xml file of the EU 4.1.2 fastboot package. You only need to boot the device with BP Tools and root it, then install Boot Menu Manager to get rid of BP-tools process.
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Thank you friend for your help, would you advice me to try official android 4.1.2 jelly bean firmware 982.124.14.xt910.Retail.en.EU?
And should I delete this line from the XML file
<Step operation="flash" partition="CDT.bin" filename="CDT.bin_signed" MD5="......"/>
So sorry for being so detailed, you know brick it once start to read more carefully, brick it twice you probably deserve it.
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Yeah, you need to delete the following line and save the xml file. Start rsd lite and choose your edited *.xml file.
<step MD5="7efbcdf1bb0128b241865dab3bb50f58" filename="cdt.bin_signed" partition="cdt.bin" operation="flash"/>
But if you ask me, you better read and flash according to this thread and learn the tricks for 672.300.404 and then flash the custom rom ARTMOD CN400-430 afterwards.
Thank you so much my friend for your honest advice,
I'm downloading the ROM in your thread, but couldn't figure what you mean about the "tricks for 672.300.404"
I'm going with 672.300.404.XT910 Rom
Thank you so much my friend for your honest advice,
I'm downloading the ROM in your thread, Hope to could go through it successfully.
could I go directly to ARTMOD CN400-430 in another rom slot , you know that I'm already erased the cid and on Ics and used bmm to root,what do you think my friend?
You can flash artmod cn to system1 as main rom or flash it in system3-4-5-6. I like it having as my main rom with eclipse v5.1 build 6 as 2nd rom.
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Semseddin said:
You can flash artmod cn to system1 as main rom or flash it in system3-4-5-6. I like it having as my main rom with eclipse v5.1 build 6 as 2nd rom.
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I respect your Advice my friend,I'll just install it as 2nd ROM for testing, then I'll install it as the main ROM.
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Semseddin said:
You can flash artmod cn to system1 as main rom or flash it in system3-4-5-6. I like it having as my main rom with eclipse v5.1 build 6 as 2nd rom.
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When I flash the kernel return error"file is not written to device"
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Semseddin said:
Yeah, you need to delete the following line and save the xml file. Start rsd lite and choose your edited *.xml file.
<step MD5="7efbcdf1bb0128b241865dab3bb50f58" filename="cdt.bin_signed" partition="cdt.bin" operation="flash"/>
But if you ask me, you better read and flash according to this thread and learn the tricks for 672.300.404 and then flash the custom rom ARTMOD CN400-430 afterwards.
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kindly can u tell the whole procedure ....im on 4,0,4 ..model x910s
BaCkkk said:
kindly can u tell the whole procedure ....im on 4,0,4 ..model x910s
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No problem but first did you tour your RAZR?
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Sorry did you root your RAZR?
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Put XT910 in Fastboot Mode: Volume up + Volume down + Power
Press volume down to Fastboot and then volume up to select
Conect to pc and install drivers
Download "Xoa CID & Root.rar" you could find it here http://www.mediafire.com/?6e1prdc0cq6eraq
Charge your phone To 100%
Activate "USB Debugging" and plug to pc, find the root folder from "Xoa CID & Root.rar" archive and extract,
then run "EasyRootICS_Windows.bat"
cellphone will reboot 3 time,
when done, download Boot Menu Manager from play store,
Be careful don't go near Cid delete yet
When you finish let me know,
Good luck!
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Sorry I'm posting from my phone
I'll reorder my steps
1.Charge your phone To 100%
2.install Motorola drivers into your PC
3.Download "Xoa CID & Root.rar"
you could find it here http://www.mediafire.com/?6e1prdc0cq6eraq
4.Activate "USB Debugging" from developer options
5.Put XT910 in Fastboot Mode: Volume up + Volume down + Power
Press volume down to Fastboot and then volume up to select
5.plug to pc, find the root folder from "Xoa CID & Root.rar" archive and extract,
6. run "EasyRootICS_Windows.bat"
cellphone will reboot 3 time,
7. download Boot Menu Manager from play store,
Be careful don't go near Cid delete yet
When you finish let me know,
Good luck!
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No offense dude, but you can edit your posts instead write 4 followed...
Nandeh said:
No offense dude, but you can edit your posts instead write 4 followed...
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Sorry I'm posting from my phone by tapatalk
couldn't edit my posts,
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nabil_mac1 said:
Sorry I'm posting from my phone
I'll reorder my steps
1.Charge your phone To 100%
2.install Motorola drivers into your PC
3.Download "Xoa CID & Root.rar"
you could find it here http://www.mediafire.com/?6e1prdc0cq6eraq
4.Activate "USB Debugging" from developer options
5.Put XT910 in Fastboot Mode: Volume up + Volume down + Power
Press volume down to Fastboot and then volume up to select
5.plug to pc, find the root folder from "Xoa CID & Root.rar" archive and extract,
6. run "EasyRootICS_Windows.bat"
cellphone will reboot 3 time,
7. download Boot Menu Manager from play store,
Be careful don't go near Cid delete yet
When you finish let me know,
Good luck!
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Hi,
After finishing step 7 you should be able to use Boot Menu Manager in your ICS ROM, It's a great app and very dangerous too, so please before completing the next steps please read about the BMM carefully, you could find this thread very helpful to understand BMM,
8.A long as you never applied JB by official OTA or by official RSD\Fastboot, your CDT is still on ICS level,
you should backup your kernel, Cid,Rom by BMM on external micro SD card Before doing any changes,
you should download JB ROM to install it in your Atrix I recommended ArtMod CN 404-430 4.1.2 v1.45 (17/10/2013)
It's a very good JB Rom and you would keep your CDT on ICS level,
After completed your backup and your phone is charged and you downloaded the new JB Rom and Kernel and RADIO,you should continue to the next steps
9. Put the new JB Rom & Kernel and RADIO into your micro Sd card, make sure you put them in the root of the memory card,
10. boot in custom recovery BMM,
11.wipe data/factory reset
12.wipe cache/dalvik cache
13.install zip (any slot in BMM I would recommended to install the rom into system 1), wait installation process finish
14.backup and erase your cid in BMM
15.flash attached kernel and radio in BMM (bp.img is a radio)
16.Reboot your system
And you are done.
nabil_mac1 said:
Hi,
After finishing step 7 you should be able to use Boot Menu Manager in your ICS ROM, It's a great app and very dangerous too, so please before completing the next steps please read about the BMM carefully, you could find this thread very helpful to understand BMM,
8.A long as you never applied JB by official OTA or by official RSD\Fastboot, your CDT is still on ICS level,
you should backup your kernel, Cid,Rom by BMM on external micro SD card Before doing any changes,
you should download JB ROM to install it in your Atrix I recommended ArtMod CN 404-430 4.1.2 v1.45 (17/10/2013)
It's a very good JB Rom and you would keep your CDT on ICS level,
After completed your backup and your phone is charged and you downloaded the new JB Rom and Kernel and RADIO,you should continue to the next steps
9. Put the new JB Rom & Kernel and RADIO into your micro Sd card, make sure you put them in the root of the memory card,
10. boot in custom recovery BMM,
11.wipe data/factory reset
12.wipe cache/dalvik cache
13.install zip (any slot in BMM I would recommended to install the rom into system 1), wait installation process finish
14.backup and erase your cid in BMM
15.flash attachet kernel and radio in BMM (bp.img is a radio)
16.Reboot your system
And you are done.
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hanx for ur reply.it really helps me alot...i have first 7 steps..i have to confirm that im on ics on it meanz my CDT is on ics level so i can flash rom after maming back of rom cid and kernel??
You're welcome my friend, yes you are good to go, but please make backup and full battery charge,
Any questions I'll try to help in my best knowledge.
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Related
THIS GUIDE IS FOR XT910/GSM USERS
So guys in this thread There is nothing new that I am posting, But it is necessary to have all the official ICSs all together at one place so that other users can flash it from one place.
I am not taking any credits for this work neither I am saying that I have created any tool to help you guys, I am making a guide of how to unbrick and update to ICS so that some people who are bricked and want to reflash the ics in their devices, they can do it. Also This Thread Can be used to update from any other European Leak To Official ICS (of Europe).
So in this guide we are gonna learn how to flash the official ics of the different regions. Depending upon your region and system version flash the suitable ics.
Before we begin I would like to tell you that thanks to HSD, We now have two different methods of unbricking:-
1. Using the Official OTAs
2. Using the fastboot files
How to unbrick and flash ics using the official OTAs
Currently I have only three Official OTAs you are welcome to link to me other Other Official OTAs.
So before you begin I would like to tell you the pre requirements that you need.
1. Good Battery Life (atleast 80%)
2. Official OTA of your region
For European And british region Download This OTA.
For Serbain Region Download This OTA.
For Asian Regions Download This OTA
For Canadian Regions Download This OTA
3. Download EternityProjectFastboot
4. Boot.img file for you OTA
Download This boot.img for European/British OTA
Download This boot.img for Serbian region
Download This boot.img For Asain regions
Download This boot.img For Canadian Region
5. Gingerbread Fastboot files
Download These files For European OTA
Download These files For Serbian OTA
Download These files for Asian OTA
Download These Files for Canadian Region
Remember you will lose root after you update
The Procedure
1.Copy The OTA to your external sd card.
2.Extract the Eternity Project Fastboot. You will get three files. Copy them to your desktop.
3.Put the boot.img file on your desktop.
4.You need the system_signed file, to get that:
4.a. Create A folder on your desktop saying rom-1
4.b. Extract the gingerbread fastboot files which you downloaded (extract those files which are of your own region your region).
4.c. After Extraction, there will be a file called system_signed file in it copy that out and put it on your desktop.
5. After you put the system_signed file on your desktop, make sure you have 5 files [system_signed,boot.img,eternity project fastboot(Has three files)] on your desktop.
6.Now boot your device into AP Fastboot Mode.First switch of your device, then hold vol-,vol+ and power buttons all three together at the same time for 10 seconds.
Then you will enter in a screen,i.e, Boot mode selection menu where the third option would be AP Fastboot.Scroll down using vol- and then select using vol+.
After you enter in AP Fastboot mode connect your device to the PC.
7. Hit the Start-Button in Windows and search for 'cmd', command prompt window will open.
8. Now copy and paste the following codes one by one in the cmd of your windows
cd desktop
eprj-mfastboot flash boot boot_new.img (For European and Asian regions)
eprj-mfastboot flash boot boot_new_41.img (For Serbian Region)
eprj-mfastboot flash boot bootics.img (For Canadian Region)
eprj-mfastboot flash system system_signed (For All the Regions)
9. After All the files are flashed correctly, disconnect your device from the PC, then hit power button to switch it off.
Then again hold vol-,vol+ and power buttons all three together at the same time for 10 seconds and then enter into second option,i.e, recovery or stock recovery.
10. When you enter into recovery you will an android lying on his back, just hit Vol+ & Vol- together to see the options.
11. Scroll up and down using the vol- and vol+ buttons and select using the power button. Wipe your cache first (I recommend wiping data too).
12. When done, go to apply update from external storage and choose the ota (of your region). It will take some time to install.
13. When installed just simply reboot your device and you are all set and good to go.
For Any Assistance I have made a video for you guys :cyclops:
How to unbrick using fastboot files
Well many of us are already familiar with how to use the fastboot files, but there are some who dont know how to flash them.
For such users I would like to tell you that we have two tools which can flash the fastboot files in our device,
1. RSD Lite (Official Motorola Tool)
2.Flash it (Created By KHOLK) (Thanks Mate)
It entirely is up to you to decide which tool you want to use. I myself use flahsit.
If you want to use flash it You can see this video to learn to use it.
If you want to use RSD Lite see this guide By zeidof. Thanks buddy.
Fastboot files Of Official ICSs
1. Retail Brasil ICS 4.0.4
2. Claro Brasil ICS 4.0.4
3. Tim Brasil ICS 4.0.4
4.Oi Brasil ICS 4.0.4
5. Personal Argentina ICS 4.0.4
6.a. 672.180.41
6.b. 672.180.33
Both Are European
7. 672.180.291.XT910.AmericaMovil.en.01
8.Chinese ICS
Remember Asian and European users can flash each others roms, rest cant, kindly flash the rom of your own region, Then I am not responsible if anything happens to your phone. Also remember after updating to ICS you cant go back to gb.
If you have any other Official OTA OR Fastboot files You are Happy to Link Me to that :laugh:
XT912 USERS SEE THIS THREAD BY adamlee06
VISIT HERE FOR THE ULTIMATE GUIDE BY mattlgroff
Just open The Droid Razr Utility Thread Depending Upon Your Operating System
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HSD-Pilot
pedrotorresfilho
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Skrilax_CZ
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Pzyduck
adamlee06
farhanito
kent_lkc
Vatazhka
mbartosik
mattlgroff
danifunker
I hope My work was helpful for some of you, Want to do me a favor? Visit My channel once if you can
nice info for me...GSM users... thank...
This could be nice as a QA thread.
Cheers
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pedrotorresfilho said:
This could be nice as a QA thread.
Cheers
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Yes it could be but very less people are aware of these facts now, so I posted here
Cheers
Sent from my XT910 using xda premium
Have a little bit confusion here if i am currently on eu rom and want to switch to asiaretail then which boot.img i have to use eu region or asiaretail region..??
Hey therazrguy, first of all thanks for the guide. I watched your youtube video in which you mentioned reflashing to gb. when i google reflashing razr from ics to gb, i only get threads which say that reflash to gb is not possible. do you have a guide how to reflash gb?
cheers
EDIT:
Sorry, my fault i found everything in your video.
EDIT:
when i apply update from external storage i get an assert failed: apply_patch_check("MTD:boot:8388608:0b5cad37e4eb892a6aa7d2a699c7c862a7fa9c47:8388608:5fe83ba87131db097e15663e44540e2921bc0ba5")
E:Error in /tmp/sideload/package.zip (Status 7)
how can i fix this error?
I used CWM touch to install miui V4.
Now,after the installation(directly on top th stock with no formatting)every time im trying to switch on the phone,im stuck at the loading miui logo.
If i go to fastboot,i get this.
Have i bricked it?
Hi Thanks OP for the guide and the video
I had a RAZR soft bricked on ICS
on firmware 672.180.41.xt910.02.en.DE
I followed the guide but when i try to install the OTA i have 2 different errors
when i Try to install the OTA suggested for the OP
no when i try to use the original ICS ota
shall we try a Gingerbread ota ?
or would be recomendable to try the second method ?
thanks for you help guys
After some doubts (on rds lite the phone details apear as N/A)
i used the ota 672.180.41.xt910.02.en.DE
And phone is working perfectly
Thanks
very helpful i need help
therazrguy said:
THIS GUIDE IS FOR XT910/GSM USERS
So guys in this thread There is nothing new that I am posting, But it is necessary to have all the official ICSs all together at one place so that other users can flash it from one place.
I am not taking any credits for this work neither I am saying that I have created any tool to help you guys, I am making a guide of how to unbrick and update to ICS so that some people who are bricked and want to reflash the ics in their devices, they can do it. Also This Thread Can be used to update from any other European Leak To Official ICS (of Europe).
So in this guide we are gonna learn how to flash the official ics of the different regions. Depending upon your region and system version flash the suitable ics.
Before we begin I would like to tell you that thanks to HSD, We now have two different methods of unbricking:-
1. Using the Official OTAs
2. Using the fastboot files
How to unbrick and flash ics using the official OTAs
Currently I have only three Official OTAs you are welcome to link to me other Other Official OTAs.
So before you begin I would like to tell you the pre requirements that you need.
1. Good Battery Life (atleast 80%)
2. Official OTA of your region
For European And british region Download This OTA.
For Serbain Region Download This OTA.
For Asian Regions Download This OTA
For Canadian Regions Download This OTA
3. Download EternityProjectFastboot
4. Boot.img file for you OTA
Download This boot.img for European/British OTA
Download This boot.img for Serbian region
Download This boot.img For Asain regions
Download This boot.img For Canadian Region
5. Gingerbread Fastboot files
Download These files For European OTA
Download These files For Serbian OTA
Download These files for Asian OTA
Download These Files for Canadian Region
Remember you will lose root after you update
The Procedure
1.Copy The OTA to your external sd card.
2.Extract the Eternity Project Fastboot. You will get three files. Copy them to your desktop.
3.Put the boot.img file on your desktop.
4.You need the system_signed file, to get that:
4.a. Create A folder on your desktop saying rom-1
4.b. Extract the gingerbread fastboot files which you downloaded (extract those files which are of your own region your region).
4.c. After Extraction, there will be a file called system_signed file in it copy that out and put it on your desktop.
5. After you put the system_signed file on your desktop, make sure you have 5 files [system_signed,boot.img,eternity project fastboot(Has three files)] on your desktop.
6.Now boot your device into AP Fastboot Mode.First switch of your device, then hold vol-,vol+ and power buttons all three together at the same time for 10 seconds.
Then you will enter in a screen,i.e, Boot mode selection menu where the third option would be AP Fastboot.Scroll down using vol- and then select using vol+.
After you enter in AP Fastboot mode connect your device to the PC.
7. Hit the Start-Button in Windows and search for 'cmd', command prompt window will open.
8. Now copy and paste the following codes one by one in the cmd of your windows
cd desktop
eprj-mfastboot flash boot boot_new.img (For European and Asian regions)
eprj-mfastboot flash boot boot_new_41.img (For Serbian Region)
eprj-mfastboot flash boot bootics.img (For Canadian Region)
eprj-mfastboot flash system system_signed (For All the Regions)
9. After All the files are flashed correctly, disconnect your device from the PC, then hit power button to switch it off.
Then again hold vol-,vol+ and power buttons all three together at the same time for 10 seconds and then enter into second option,i.e, recovery or stock recovery.
10. When you enter into recovery you will an android lying on his back, just hit Vol+ & Vol- together to see the options.
11. Scroll up and down using the vol- and vol+ buttons and select using the power button. Wipe your cache first (I recommend wiping data too).
12. When done, go to apply update from external storage and choose the ota (of your region). It will take some time to install.
13. When installed just simply reboot your device and you are all set and good to go.
For Any Assistance I have made a video for you guys :cyclops:
How to unbrick using fastboot files
Well many of us are already familiar with how to use the fastboot files, but there are some who dont know how to flash them.
For such users I would like to tell you that we have two tools which can flash the fastboot files in our device,
1. RSD Lite (Official Motorola Tool)
2.Flash it (Created By KHOLK) (Thanks Mate)
It entirely is up to you to decide which tool you want to use. I myself use flahsit.
If you want to use flash it You can see this video to learn to use it.
If you want to use RSD Lite see this guide By zeidof. Thanks buddy.
Fastboot files Of Official ICSs
1. Retail Brasil ICS 4.0.4
2. Claro Brasil ICS 4.0.4
3. Tim Brasil ICS 4.0.4
4.Oi Brasil ICS 4.0.4
5. Personal Argentina ICS 4.0.4
6.a. 672.180.41
6.b. 672.180.33
Both Are European
7. 672.180.291.XT910.AmericaMovil.en.01
8.Chinese ICS
Remember Asian and European users can flash each others roms, rest cant, kindly flash the rom of your own region, Then I am not responsible if anything happens to your phone. Also remember after updating to ICS you cant go back to gb.
If you have any other Official OTA OR Fastboot files You are Happy to Link Me to that :laugh:
XT912 USERS SEE THIS THREAD BY adamlee06
VISIT HERE FOR THE ULTIMATE GUIDE BY mattlgroff
Just open The Droid Razr Utility Thread Depending Upon Your Operating System
Credits:
HSD-Pilot
pedrotorresfilho
zeidof
Skrilax_CZ
kholk
Pzyduck
adamlee06
farhanito
kent_lkc
Vatazhka
mbartosik
mattlgroff
danifunker
I hope My work was helpful for some of you, Want to do me a favor? Visit My channel once if you can
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please friend help me am helpless now dont know what to do. my razr xt910 is bricked it shows fastboot flash failure 0a.74 device is locked. i cant flash any sbf file it stops at cdif something in this process. please help me brother my phone is wasted. i tried your process in the first step i got the error INFO PREFLASH FAILURE. what should i do know please help me somebody
See this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1634223
Like my work
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waiting for device
therazrguy said:
See this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1634223
Like my work
Visit my channel on youtube
youtube.com/user/Therazrguy
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my phone is not recognised by adb interfrace i re installed the drivers but still its not working.it shows waiting for device and in my phone shows battery ok ok to program connect usb data cable. please help me friend. am sorry am irritating you please help me out friend.
This means, your USB is damaged
Use a different usb
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This means, your USB is damaged
Use a different usb
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when i insert the usb in my phone the m logo appears and after that the ap fastboot appears. but it shows connect usb cable altough i had connected the cable then also that message appears. i used another cable also but the same thing happened. please friend help me am tired of this phone.
First, your RazR is recognized by RSD, right?
You get the preflash... error, which is happen when you try to downgrade to GB or using the wrong fastboot for your region.
So where's your RazR from?
Sent from my XT890
HSD-Pilot said:
First, your RazR is recognized by RSD, right?
You get the preflash... error, which is happen when you try to downgrade to GB or using the wrong fastboot for your region.
So where's your RazR from?
Sent from my XT890
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my razr is from china market. i used another region fastboot file to flash. after that my battery was drained then i tried to charge the battery with jumper method. now the battery is charged and ok to program but its not connecting to pc.after connecting to pc it says connect usb data cable. while i insert usb cable to my phone white led flashes when i remove the usb then also the led stays on until i press the power button again.when i try the option bp sbf in my pc shows flash mode driver installed but in my phone it shows the same battery ok connect usb data cable.please help me friend am ****ed up.
Use the factory cable and flash the Chinese fasfboot files.
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therazrguy said:
Use the factory cable and flash the Chinese fasfboot files.
Like my work
Visit my channel on youtube
youtube.com/user/Therazrguy
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where can i get the factory cable? but i charged my battery it should work with the normal cable.
I made factory cable
I made factory cable still its not getting connected. When I insert factory cable my phone boots normaly and after that it shows boot failure battery ok connect usb cable. Please guys help me help me help me please I beg you all to help me give me some solution.
Worked like a charm!
Thanks so much, I could never have figured all that out on my own. :good:
About me
- I from Argentina
- I have XT910 GSM
- Sorry for my bad English
- I have backup CID
- I have not installed the BMM
I have a problem, and I think it's pretty big! I have a RAZR Arg LATAM Claro it was working with the official rom 4.0.4, I followed the steps to install the ROM Jellywiz:
-dd if = / dev/block/mmcblk1p18 of = / sdcard / cid.img (I have it to backup)
fastboot flash mbm-allow-mbmloader-flashing-mbm.bin
-reboot-bootloader fastboot
cid-fastboot erase
fastboot flash boot-boot_jb.img
but I made the mistake of not installing the BMM, so now I start the original rom, and I can not carry him another since I have the Custom Recovery hence I can not restore the CID. Someone can give me a hand? Thank you!
Greetings!
If you guys want to go back to ICS, then
1. Flash the fastboot files using rsd lite Google it!
2. Reboot using bp tools
3. Root your device
Remember while rooting when the tool reboots your device press the vol- and vol at the same time when the phone switches off to enter in boot menu mode and reboot using bp tools mode, other wise u will see a black screen everytime u reboot.
4. Once done restore your cid using terminal emulator.
code: dd if=/sdcard/cid.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk1p18
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The "unbricking" guide which I took form TheRazrGuy's thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2078021
After "unbricking" your phone and back to ics just follow the rom installing guide carefully!
This is the way always great to solve the problem
p.s: Sometime the phone can't root is because you missing the correct driver and has a bad adb connecting (broken usb port)
y5668555 said:
The "unbricking" guide which I took form TheRazrGuy's thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2078021
After "unbricking" your phone and back to ics just follow the rom installing guide carefully!
This is the way always great to solve the problem
p.s: Sometime the phone can't root is because you missing the correct driver and has a bad adb connecting (broken usb port)
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I already installed the ROM address Chinese .. Thank you!
Greetings!
Hello guys, this is a Tutorial for the LG optimus L5 step for step Rooting, Installing bootloader, installing CWM and finally installing ROMS.
I made this thread because i thought the other threads are a bit scattered all over the Lg optimus forums which is a bit obsecure.
So here I set up the steps! Good luck!
NOTE: THIS IS AN OLD THREAD, THE METHOD USED HERE MIGHT NOT WORK ANYMORE. IF YOU CONTINUE TO FOLLOW THIS TUTORIAL MAKE SURE YOU KNOW HOW TO FIX THINGS WHEN YOU ****ED UP, NEITHER WILL I REPLY TO ANY QUESTIONS ASKED SINCE I DON'T HAVE THE DEVICE ANYMORE
Before doing any of these things: MAKE A BACKUP!
ROOTING
First, What is rooting? (for noobs)
For rooting the L5 you need the following things: "IS11LG_SystemBackupTest.signed.apk" & a root package provided by XxXKINGMAKXxX (Attatched below)
1) go to system settings --> developer options --> turn USB debugging ON
Then, go to system settings --> Security --> allow unknown sources
2) Install SystemBackupTest.apk with a file manager then, open the app and reboot - the app should be kept open while rebooting !important!
when the phone is completely rebooted, change your mobile connection mode to “Charge Only Mode”, then reconnect the cable.
4) Run root.bat from the root package, your phone will reboot and it will be rooted!
UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER
For all E617g owners, go to thishttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2392762 thread.
You need to install bootloader if you want to continue with the next steps.
Its very important to choose the right unlock file, else you will get bootloops!
5) if you got E610/E612g, download emmc_appsboot for E610
if you got E612, download emmc_appsboot for E612
if you got E615, download emmc_appsboot for E615
next, install terminal emulator from google play unrar &
copy emmc_appsboot.bin to your internal SD card.
then, open up terminal emulator and type in:
su
[*] dd if=/sdcard/emmc_appsboot.bin of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p5
[*] reboot
INSTALLING CLOCK WORK MOD
6) Download "recovery.img" and copy it to your internal SD card.
(there is a special recovery img for the E615 - look in the attatchments)
7) Type in terminal emulator:
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p17 of=/sdcard/recovery-backup.img (optional - makes a back-up)
dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p17
reboot recovery
If you did everything good your phone will now reboot in CWM!
If you want to go into CWM any other time: turn off your phone then, press volume down + power, when the menu lights pop up press home button for 2 seconds and you will see CWM.
ROMS
This isn't difficult at all, just download some roms (given below) and drag and drop the zip file into your external/internal sd card.
Before flashing a custom rom do a factory reset trough cwm!
Go into CWM and go to the folder where you placed your custom rom. You can navigate with the volume buttons and the power button(=enter).
Some Roms for LG optimus L5:
!Note! if you want to flash a jellybean (android 4.1.2) rom you need to flash v20 baseband first!!!
FreeL5
Acid sound Rom
CyanogenMod 10
AOSPmod
XperiaRom for l5
BRICKED?
see this thread: unbrick guide
P.S if I forgot anything/ did something wrong, tell me
Special thanks to:
- XxXKINGMAKXxX
- Ideleeuw
- The rom makers ^^
my lg optimus l5 E612 keeps rebooting itself after the media scan. i have tried to wipe the cache, the dalvik cache and a factory reset in CWM but still kept rebooting how can i fix it?? and also the software version is v10d-nov-16-2012
Did you used the right bootloader?
Sent from my LG-E610 using xda premium
Followed all the above procedure for LG E615. Touch screen won't work & boot loops.Any idea why?
oops... I forgot to add the E615 files.... i added them for you
raphaelcoder said:
Followed all the above procedure for LG E615. Touch screen won't work & boot loops.Any idea why?
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Look the above message ^^
Regarding E612G/E612F
For everyone with E612G/E612F/E610V/E610GO, these aren't compatible with CWM/bootloader, so no CWM means no custom ROMS. You can only root your phone and thats it!
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dev-DaT said:
For everyone with E612G/E612F/E610V/E610GO, these aren't compatible with CWM/bootloader, so no CWM means no custom ROMS. You can only root your phone and thats it!
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I think you should edit that ...
Just saying
Sent from my LG-E612 using xda app-developers app
Psykic said:
I think you should edit that ...
Just saying
Sent from my LG-E612 using xda app-developers app
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Yeah true but some people reported bootloops after unlocking bootloader... But for some people it works so, i dont know ....
Sent from my LG-E610 using xda app-developers app
remove e612f
i unlocked bootloader successfully ..
flashed CWM ...
but i just can't use kdz....
For unlock bootloader for very specific models.. you should see this post
e612g should do it with e610 boot file, not the e612
Lg optimus l5 e610
HELLO
i tryes AOSP roms and cm 10. passed but wi-fi wont work and no work after v10 v20 i follow procedure step by step
BUNNDOO said:
HELLO
i tryes AOSP roms and cm 10. passed but wi-fi wont work and no work after v10 v20 i follow procedure step by step
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You shouldnt have flashed v20 if you want cm10, also if you want to install a new rom first delete /system, /data and media /dalvik /cache, just wipe everyting from your phone then install cm10(.1).
Sent from my LG-E610 using xda app-developers app
mmmmmmmmmm
not work with jelly bean 4.1..2 v20d
AXD96 said:
not work with jelly bean 4.1..2 v20d!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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READ, The titel already says stock ICS to Customrom!!! ICS = android 4.0.3 Ice Cream Sandwich !!!
- See my other Tutorial if you want Root + CWM on 4.1.2. --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2405357
I would like to suggest updating cwm to a newer version and avoiding the cwm v. 6.0.2.8. Look up for another newer. Recently, some of us we had problems with that version.
is there no tool like the AIO -ToolKit to just override everything for the 610? other than kdz. something that does work when the mpt driver fails to install?
dev-DaT said:
For everyone with E612G/E612F/E610V/E610GO, these aren't compatible with CWM/bootloader, so no CWM means no custom ROMS. You can only root your phone and thats it!
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now i see why it is rebooting all the time
dev-DaT said:
Hello guys, this is a Tutorial for the LG optimus L5 step for step Rooting, Installing bootloader, installing CWM and finally installing ROMS.
I made this thread because i thought the other threads are a bit scattered all over the Lg optimus forums which is a bit obsecure.
So here I set up the steps! Good luck!
NOTE: THIS IS AN OLD THREAD, THE METHOD USED HERE MIGHT NOT WORK ANYMORE. IF YOU CONTINUE TO FOLLOW THIS TUTORIAL MAKE SURE YOU KNOW HOW TO FIX THINGS WHEN YOU ****ED UP, NEITHER WILL I REPLY TO ANY QUESTIONS ASKED SINCE I DON'T HAVE THE DEVICE ANYMORE
Before doing any of these things: MAKE A BACKUP!
ROOTING
First, What is rooting? (for noobs)
For rooting the L5 you need the following things: "IS11LG_SystemBackupTest.signed.apk" & a root package provided by XxXKINGMAKXxX (Attatched below)
1) go to system settings --> developer options --> turn USB debugging ON
Then, go to system settings --> Security --> allow unknown sources
2) Install SystemBackupTest.apk with a file manager then, open the app and reboot - the app should be kept open while rebooting !important!
when the phone is completely rebooted, change your mobile connection mode to “Charge Only Mode”, then reconnect the cable.
4) Run root.bat from the root package, your phone will reboot and it will be rooted!
UNLOCKING BOOTLOADER
For all E617g owners, go to thishttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2392762 thread.
You need to install bootloader if you want to continue with the next steps.
Its very important to choose the right unlock file, else you will get bootloops!
5) if you got E610/E612g, download emmc_appsboot for E610
if you got E612, download emmc_appsboot for E612
if you got E615, download emmc_appsboot for E615
next, install terminal emulator from google play unrar &
copy emmc_appsboot.bin to your internal SD card.
then, open up terminal emulator and type in:
su
[*] dd if=/sdcard/emmc_appsboot.bin of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p5
[*] reboot
INSTALLING CLOCK WORK MOD
6) Download "recovery.img" and copy it to your internal SD card.
(there is a special recovery img for the E615 - look in the attatchments)
7) Type in terminal emulator:
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p17 of=/sdcard/recovery-backup.img (optional - makes a back-up)
dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p17
reboot recovery
If you did everything good your phone will now reboot in CWM!
If you want to go into CWM any other time: turn off your phone then, press volume down + power, when the menu lights pop up press home button for 2 seconds and you will see CWM.
ROMS
This isn't difficult at all, just download some roms (given below) and drag and drop the zip file into your external/internal sd card.
Before flashing a custom rom do a factory reset trough cwm!
Go into CWM and go to the folder where you placed your custom rom. You can navigate with the volume buttons and the power button(=enter).
Some Roms for LG optimus L5:
!Note! if you want to flash a jellybean (android 4.1.2) rom you need to flash v20 baseband first!!!
FreeL5
Acid sound Rom
CyanogenMod 10
AOSPmod
XperiaRom for l5
BRICKED?
see this thread: unbrick guide
P.S if I forgot anything/ did something wrong, tell me
Special thanks to:
- XxXKINGMAKXxX
- Ideleeuw
- The rom makers ^^
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I know that this is an incredibly old post, more than 6 years since the last OP edition. But, I still have my old LG Optimus LG E610 with ICS Stock ROM, in a very good shape, so I will try this just for the pleasure of doing it and play around.
Many thanks for putting together all this useful infos, OP and all!
P.S. Shame I can't add this (and other similar handsets) to My Devices List.
I have accidentally wiped the stock Rom and install CM Rom on it without active any Rom slot and backup the stock Rom,
after flash the Rom and reboot,i can't access into system.
so any solution to unbrick the device?currently i can access Bootloader.
Use RSDLite to flash your stock ROM back.
DROID RAZR with Tapatalk 4
neo.ank said:
Use RSDLite to flash your stock ROM back.
DROID RAZR with Tapatalk 4
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Thanks but i have new problem for RSD Lite "The phone faild to swith to fastboot mode",i try few method also didn't work.
Do you have any idea?
your in luck..lol. i just did this today actually. Does your phone enter in fastboot at all? if so lookup this DROID_RAZR_Utility_Jellybean_XT912_WinMacLin
i had it reload my phone via fastboot without any system on my phone.
frususx said:
Thanks but i have new problem for RSD Lite "The phone faild to swith to fastboot mode",i try few method also didn't work.
Do you have any idea?
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I only have experience with M and HD but I believe the OG Razr is the same in that you need to go into fastboot mode on the phone, prior to plugging it into the computer. If you're leaving the phone plugged in and then trying to reboot into fastboot, that might be causing the error.
same here
frususx said:
I have accidentally wiped the stock Rom and install CM Rom on it without active any Rom slot and backup the stock Rom,
after flash the Rom and reboot,i can't access into system.
so any solution to unbrick the device?currently i can access Bootloader.
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i've also experienced the same problem now and im still working on it.
ill give you feedback once im done alright?
fixed!
frususx said:
I have accidentally wiped the stock Rom and install CM Rom on it without active any Rom slot and backup the stock Rom,
after flash the Rom and reboot,i can't access into system.
so any solution to unbrick the device?currently i can access Bootloader.
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i just fixed my razr! be sure to check your phone it has dead battery or low battery or still has battery and just follow this simple steps:
A. Enter AP Fastboot mode. how to enter ap fastmode mode?
1. press and hold the volume up & down buttons and the power button simultaneously for i think 10 secs.
2. you can also view it here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=togllOW3qvw
3. once youre on the Recovery mode:
3.1. Scroll down by pressing the volume down button and choose AP Fastboot mode
3.2 Once youre in fastboot mode connect your phone on the computer and launch RSD Lite application
3.3. RSD lite will detect your phone once its connected
3.4 then proceed to F.
B. if you phone is already lowbat?
you just cant figure it out for you have no OS to show the battery when you charge it.
you have to use motorola factory cable. i have created mine and you can follow the steps here: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=XwwI_6doBWk
C. if everything is OK then just follow A.
D. download RSD Lite application. you can search that on google. Im using 5.7 version and its working.
E. Download the Firmware here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2231289
1. there are different versions of razr firmwares you can choose depending your choice or place. Im from Philippines, i supposed to choose Asean version but razr has no Asean version for JB release so I use Europe version. Thats depending on you actually.
F. Open the RSD lite application:
1. on the "Filename" window choose the "Firmware" that you downloaded by clicking on the "Box" (has 3 dots) beside the filename window.
2. a pop up windown will appear and choose "Decompress only".
3. then click "Start" button on the RSD lite application.
4. Wait...
5. Wait...
6. Wait...
7. Voila! congratulations your Razr is alive!
proven and tested motorola phones are extremely great when it comes to quality!
Intro: Below are the instructions for 3 steps to get Kitkat 4.4 (140.44.3.ghost_att) running on the AT&T moto x with locked bootloaders:
Install full 139.44.44.ghost_att (leaked) rom
Patch the rom to 140.44.3.ghost_att (ota to leak)
Patch the modem to the 140.44.3.ghost_att version
The updates came in stages, otherwise it would not have been my intention for this to be so long and messy. I soon hope to create a single rom and simplify the instructions. Testers can help with the WIP items below...
WARNING: I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE IF YOU MESS UP YOUR PHONE.
This rom is simply a flashable zip made from the ATT 4.4 leak which will install version 139.44.44. It is intended for the ATT moto x with locked bootloaders, however it should work with an unlocked bootloader if you fastboot flash the included boot.img. The flashable zip does not modify the bootloader or anything besides /system, but the full instructions will wipe out everything.
Prerequisite:
Att moto x with either the .51 (original) or .54 (1st OTA) stock rom
BACKUP ANYTHING YOU DON'T WANT TO LOSE. THESE INSTRUCTIONS WILL WIPE YOUR USERDATA AND SDCARD.
Instructions for ATT moto x with locked bootloader:
root with PwnMyMoto or RockMyMoto (for .51 or .54 respectively, thanks jcase)
install safestrap (thanks Hashcode and Team Win)
download rom to sdcard (motox-att-kitkat-leak-44.zip, link below)
download supersu flashable to sdcard (link below, thanks Chainfire)
enter safestrap recovery (TWRP) and activate the stock-slot
flash rom (motox-att-kitkat-leak-44.zip) to the stock-slot using TWRP recovery
immediately flash supersu using TWRP recovery
within TWRP reboot to bootloader
flash boot.img (included in ROM) to boot: fastboot flash boot boot.img
flash same boot.img to recovery: fastboot flash recovery boot.img
erase cache: fastboot erase cache
erase userdata: fastboot erase userdata (This wipes everything) This is not necessary. Thanks HeroSon.
powerup normally and enjoy
Update 11/17/2013: I made a patch to safely apply the ota that was received by people running the att 4.4 leak. This will bring the system build up to 140.44.3.ghost_att. The patch script DOES NOT modify anything except /system, and should be safe. The updated kernel (boot.img) is included in the zip. In case something goes wrong, backup your data to be on the safe side. Here are the Instructions:
Complete the installation of the att 4.4 leak (above instructions)
Reinstall safestrap This is not necessary. Thanks HeroSon.
Download the patch to sdcard (motox-140.44.3.ghost_att-ota-safepatch.zip, link below)
Reboot into safestrap recovery (TWRP)
Install the patch (motox-140.44.3.ghost_att-ota-safepatch.zip)
within TWRP reboot to bootloader
flash boot.img (included in the patch) to boot: fastboot flash boot boot.img
flash same boot.img to recovery: fastboot flash recovery boot.img
powerup normally
Update 11/18/2013: I attached a link to the modem patch that will update the 139.44.44 modem to a 140.44.3 modem. I really wanted to create a fastboot flashable NON-HLOS.bin image, but I haven't tested the procedure. Here are the instructions for the modem patch that I have tested:
Download the modem patch to the sdcard (motox-140.44.3.ghost_att-modem-patch.zip, link below)
Fastboot flash NON-HLOS.bin (included within the zip): fastboot flash modem NON-HLOS.bin
erase modemst1: fastboot erase modemst1 (I've done these erases a few times. They are prudent when you flash a modem.)
erase modemst2: fastboot erase modemst2
Reboot into safestrap recovery TWRP
Install the modem patch (motox-140.44.3.ghost_att-modem-patch.zip)
Powerup normally
Notes:
I am running the modem from the .54 ota, and it works with kitkat. I am not sure about the original .51 modem. The 140.44.3 modem is necessary after running patch to 144.44.3. This fixes the settings->security force close.
The safestrap "recovery or continue" screen still appears when you boot. If you erased userdata, reinstall safestrap to get all of the program back.
You should always be able to flash back to stock, as this procedure does not modify your bootloader.
There is a new version of safestrap. These instructions work with either v3.63 and v3.65. (Thanks HeroSon.)
I get a FC in settings->security on the 140.44.3 (patched) version. So far this is the only problem I have noticed. This force close is fixed by the modem patch.
WIP: I would like testers to help with the following:
What happens if you skip step 12 and don't erase useradata (this will keep [more of] safestrap intact)?
How do you remove safestrap manually?
Safestrap has been updated. Does the original 139.44.44 rom now run in a rom slot with 4.2.2 running in the stock-slot? What about the patches? I tried it - doesn't work.
Once 4.4 is installed in the stock-slot, can you backup the stock slot and restore to a rom-slot? (I'm guessing it works this way.) I guessed wrong. This doesn't work. Apparently safestrap needs a bit of tweaking to work with KK.
Is it possible for Safestrap TWRP to flash boot.img to the stock slot? (My experience is that it did not flash boot.img when using a rom-slot)
To clean up this mess, I am considering making a single rom that includes the base 4.4 version with the safepatch included. PM if you want to help by testing this all in one rom once I have it finished. There is a new rom of the official att 4.4.
I have an 100MB ext4 image of /modem. I would like guidance making a fastboot flashable non-HLOS.bin image. (Otherwise I wont be able to combine the leak and the patch.) I see instructions that might work if someone wants to try it and report their findings: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1588461 The official att 4.4 SBF includes NON-HLOS.bin
Part of the stock modem procedure is to flash "fsg.mbn", but I have not done that because I have been able to confirm that you can downgrade after flashing it. Can anyone confirm that this is safe on the moto x? (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2529569) This works.
139.44.44 rom download : http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23212708291677349
rom patch to 140.44.3 download: http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23212708291678076
modem patch to 140.44.3 download: http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23212708291678561
supersu: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053 (download "CWM / TWRP / MobileODIN installable ZIP")
Original source files: http://rootzwiki.com/topic/107721-att-moto-x-44-leak/ (thanks designgears)
ooo yeah !! Nice job !!
Sa sens le Rooting icite !!
Wish mine was from AT&T, still have one year of warranty....cant see the time when kitkat comes global.
Is there any reason why I would have to wipe the SD card? It seems unnecessary. I may test this, but I'm a bit leery given that my Moto X is my daily driver...
Sent from my XT1058 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
How do I do steps 9-12?
Does this include the recent ATT 4.4 OTA as well? Or is it just the system images from the original leak?
Sent from my XT1053
rubiksmoose said:
Is there any reason why I would have to wipe the SD card? It seems unnecessary. I may test this, but I'm a bit leery given that my Moto X is my daily driver...
Sent from my XT1058 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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It might work without the wipe. Honestly, I tried this so many times that I quit once I had something that worked... I attributed most of my failures to a incompatibility between safestrap and the 4.4 boot process, but each of those attempts was done to a rom slot and not the stock slot.
Hopefully someone else can 'give it a whirl' and report their findings.
penpen72 said:
How do I do steps 9-12?
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These steps are done using "FASTBOOT" from a PC while the phone is booted to the bootloader in fastboot mode.
phositadc said:
Does this include the recent ATT 4.4 OTA as well? Or is it just the system images from the original leak?
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The rom was made from the original leak. I have been thinking about the OTA, but I am unclear how to approach this.
I am in AP Fastboot Flashmode on the phone what do I need to do now to do the steps? Sorry but I am coming from Samsung and HTC that have never been this hard.
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Also, my bootloader is locked. I figured I wouldn't have to do the extra steps since you say that it doesn't change those.
penpen72 said:
I am in AP Fastboot Flashmode on the phone what do I need to do now to do the steps? Sorry but I am coming from Samsung and HTC that have never been this hard.
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Also, my bootloader is locked. I figured I wouldn't have to do the extra steps since you say that it doesn't change those.
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I assume you are on windows. First you need to download the FASTBOOT.exe program for our Motorola phones, and make sure the fastboot drivers install on your PC. (Maybe someone can help with this link.) Then you can issue the "fastboot ..." commands 9-12 I listed above from your PC with your phone plugged into the PC.
You certainly need to flash /boot, and you should also flash boot to recovery to allow RW access to /system. It might be possible to skip the "erase userdata" step, but that is unclear to me at this moment.
How is the leaked ROM working for you? Worth it? Any bugs or anything?
rubiksmoose said:
How is the leaked ROM working for you? Worth it? Any bugs or anything?
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Everything is working fine. Take a look here for other people's observations:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2517577
There are only two odd things I have noticed. 1) the recent apps screen acts a bit strange when you swipe away apps 2) the transparent status bar becomes less transparent when you go for a drive and the "driving" notification is displayed. It is almost not worth mentioning, and a reboot fixes this issue.
It is hard to answer the "worth it" question. Ultimately, it is a still a smartphone with the same core capabilities, but I enjoy the challenge and the opportunity to learn something.
[edit]I am starting to think that there is additional battery drain vs the .54 ota version. "Wakelock detector" doesn't work, and settings->battery shows "Android System" at the top. This is a 'deal breaker' for me. I'll try and figure out how to apply the 4.4 ota without modifying the bootloader.[/edit]
question. Do you have to reboot the phone into recovery for system write-protect to be turned off the way you do currently, or is it off by default?
n1ckr0th said:
question. Do you have to reboot the phone into recovery for system write-protect to be turned off the way you do currently, or is it off by default?
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When you enter SS recovery (step 4), safestrap will reboot itself if necessary to make sure you are in system rw mode.
Ctrl-Freak said:
When you enter SS recovery (step 4), safestrap will reboot itself if necessary to make sure you are in system rw mode.
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I'm referring to post install. Currently you must be booted into recovery (normal os with write protect off) for changes to system to stick. is this still the norm with the 4.4 leak, or is WP off while booting normally?
n1ckr0th said:
I'm referring to post install. Currently you must be booted into recovery (normal os with write protect off) for changes to system to stick. is this still the norm with the 4.4 leak, or is WP off while booting normally?
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Yes. After you have 4.4 working, you must still boot to recovery to enable RW mode on /system. Step 10 ensures you have the 4.4 boot.img in the recovery partition.
(The stock bootloader is still enforcing RO mode for a normal boot.)
I install this and skip step 12 and don't erase useradata. Everything working and all the data still there.
So can I clarify a few things for myself?
You made this by taking the leak files and packaging them into the zip, and it just works with safestrap now? Can you explain what you did to make the leak imgs Safestrap-bootable?
j2cool2012 said:
You made this by taking the leak files and packaging them into the zip,
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I had to tweak and debug the script, but basically this is the only software part of what I did. To keep things simple, I left out the modem and simply included boot.img within the zip. The rom script does not flash boot.img.
Can you explain what you did to make the leak imgs Safestrap-bootable?
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Nothing.
and it just works with safestrap now?
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I'm glad you asked these question. First of all I failed to get 4.4 running in a rom-slot - you can read about my methods on this forum...
Finally, it came to me. Hashcode's Safestrap intercepts the boot process so nicely on the stock-slot that the SS:TWRP recovery program is [nearly] as effective as TWRP or CWM running from the recovery partition. Nice work Hashcode! So I made a regular rom that you can flash via safestrap TWRP. This rom only formats and flashes /system to keep things simple.
The only other thing I did was describe a set of instructions that worked for me.
Ctrl-Freak said:
I had to tweak and debug the script, but basically this is the only software part of what I did. To keep things simple, I left out the modem and simply included boot.img within the zip. The rom script does not flash boot.img.
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I'm glad you asked these question. First of all I failed to get 4.4 running in a rom-slot - you can read about my methods on this forum...
Finally, it came to me. Hashcode's Safestrap intercepts the boot process so nicely on the stock-slot that the SS:TWRP recovery program is [nearly] as effective as TWRP or CWM running from the recovery partition. Nice work Hashcode! So I made a regular rom that you can flash via safestrap TWRP. This rom only formats and flashes /system to keep things simple.
The only other thing I did was describe a set of instructions that worked for me.
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Thanks for taking the time to answer. I'm trying to figure out what has been done to see if I can try to do something similar for the VZW moto X using the T-Mobile leak.
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Thanks for taking the time to answer. I'm trying to figure out what has been done to see if I can try to do something similar for the VZW moto X using the T-Mobile leak.
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the Att bloatware and carrier name in notification bar scared me away