[Q] Help with rooting droid bionic 4.1.2 - Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey this is my first post to this forum but won't be the last Hana. Anyways I'm looking for a way to root my bionic running 4.1.2
I know that there is a way with some OVA file but the links for that file are bad. Anyway to root without that file or if someone has it could you please pass it on to me ?
Thanks in advance!

There's a couple different easier ways than the method you were looking at. One is Safe Root. Originally for Samsung devices, but has been reported to work with the Bionic on 4.1.2. Confirmed from a couple of members here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241104&page=17
You can find Safe Root here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eunw58NwFrQ&feature=youtu.be
Another option is VRoot:
http://www.mgyun.com/en/getvroot
Basic Guide:
Make sure USB Debugging is on and you have some battery life.
Plug in the phone.
Hit root.

es0tericcha0s said:
There's a couple different easier ways than the method you were looking at. One is Safe Root. Originally for Samsung devices, but has been reported to work with the Bionic on 4.1.2. Confirmed from a couple of members here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2241104&page=17
You can find Safe Root here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
Video Guide: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Eunw58NwFrQ&feature=youtu.be
Another option is VRoot:
http://www.mgyun.com/en/getvroot
Basic Guide:
Make sure USB Debugging is on and you have some battery life.
Plug in the phone.
Hit root.
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Hey thanks I actually figured it out, now having a pproblem with internet/playstore I explained it here If you think you can help me with this too haha http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=52736521

how to get GSM on droid bionic?
Sorry, I know this question has been asked probably hundred times here. But that issue, been asked hundred times. I would like to use my droid bionic on a GSM network like Ptel in the US but I can find a tutorial for Mac users. Now I have finally rooted my device, but I don't know what to do next to get it working on GSM network in the US. Thanks for any direction.

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[Q] Help rooting a TB, rooted plenty of Evos

Saw a couple threads on Rooting but wanted to see if someone could post a link to the newest and best method for rooting a TB. I have rooted multiple Evos through ADB and through the 1-click root method. Have flashed Radios through bootloader and Kernals through Recovery and can almost do all of that with my eyes closed on my Evo. Girlfriend just bought a used TB last night and I want to root it but dont want to brick the thing. The Evo is near impossible to brick but saw mention of bricking the TB. Any help is greatly appeciated. I want to put her on a near stock rom be it Froyo or GB.
EDIT: Also what is this MR1 and MR2 that I keep seeing? IF it is rom versions then how do I know which one she has?
I rooted my phone when i bought it the week it came out. Then, I dropped my phone last week and had to get a insurance replacement, which i then also rooted.
I found, out of all the write-ups, the ADB Windows Rooting writeup on androidcentral was by far the best...and didn't require me to install all sorts of extra crap on my computer.
Just follow the steps and root and then pick a rom and follow the steps to install. Don't worry about the verizon produced updates...
PS - I like Gingerremix 2.0 the best...find it in the dev. section of this site.
stanglifemike said:
Saw a couple threads on Rooting but wanted to see if someone could post a link to the newest and best method for rooting a TB. I have rooted multiple Evos through ADB and through the 1-click root method. Have flashed Radios through bootloader and Kernals through Recovery and can almost do all of that with my eyes closed on my Evo. Girlfriend just bought a used TB last night and I want to root it but dont want to brick the thing. The Evo is near impossible to brick but saw mention of bricking the TB. Any help is greatly appeciated. I want to put her on a near stock rom be it Froyo or GB.
EDIT: Also what is this MR1 and MR2 that I keep seeing? IF it is rom versions then how do I know which one she has?
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Go into phone status and check it the same way you would on your Evo.
The easiest rooting method I know of?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1005292
I used this even with the MR2 radio and a GB ROM. It does take a couple updates to certain things like Superuser and CWM Recovery, but those are simple.
MR1 is the first OTA that came for the Bolts, and the MR2 is the upcoming OTA. You for sure dont have the mr2 on there if its not rooted and used. The bricking issues were from a leaked radio. Ive not read anyone bricking their phone otherwise. Well, as long as theyve followed directions anyways. After that, you can browse this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1081930
Tons of choices there for her.
However, if you know ADB(I personally dont), I would just do the ADB method posted here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=996616
Thanks to both of you for the replies. Even bigger thanks to the autoroot method McLabia. I'm going to try that out in just a minute!
stanglifemike said:
Thanks to both of you for the replies. Even bigger thanks to the autoroot method McLabia. I'm going to try that out in just a minute!
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Just realize that there have been problems with the auto-root version. It is highly recommended to do it manually.
stanglifemike said:
Thanks to both of you for the replies. Even bigger thanks to the autoroot method McLabia. I'm going to try that out in just a minute!
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READ THE PDF IN THE FIRST POST. If you do, you wont have any issues. You may have to do things once or twice, but dont stress it. Sometimes it doesnt take, not sure why, but it wont give your phone any issues as long as you follow the directions he put up.
Im always happy to help someone named Stanglifemike. My uncle that passed away in November was known as Mustang Mike. lol. He rebuilt, restored and fixed Mustangs(64.5-72 ONLY).
I used the Wiki method using ADB. It was my first time using ADB and I had no problems.
Just download the files and follow the instructions line by line.
wiki.cyanogenmod.com/index.php?title=HTC_Thunderbolt:_Full_Update_Guide
Was curious how things turned out for you man.
McLabia said:
Was curious how things turned out for you man.
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Thats awesome about your uncle being into Mustangs, I have been for years. Sorry to hear that he passed away.
Havent rooted yet. Working during the day and then teaching automotive at a tech school at night. Gonna do it this weekend. Thanks for asking bro

[Q] Re-root droid x2 after 2.3.4 OTA Update

To make a long story short... I let someone use my phone, they updated it to 2.3.4 . How do I obtain root privileges again? I don't need a step by step explanation. The quick version should get me on my way.
From what it seems I need to flash one of the Leaked SBF's? I just looked on the side of the box and I have S/W version 1.2.148.MB870. Do I need the SBF pertaining that that model?
Not to fear! You can root your OTA update and enjoy the benefits of 2.3.4! Google "Pete's one click root" and follow the instructions. It's VERY easy to do. Good luck.
Also, there are resources in the dev section.
Sent from my Incredible 2 using XDA App
kelbizzle said:
To make a long story short... I let someone use my phone, they updated it to 2.3.4 . How do I obtain root privileges again? I don't need a step by step explanation. The quick version should get me on my way.
From what it seems I need to flash one of the Leaked SBF's? I just looked on the side of the box and I have S/W version 1.2.148.MB870. Do I need the SBF pertaining that that model?
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As stated. Petes oneclick root method works fine.
But if u were EVER going to flash an sbf just make sure it is one you get from the X2 development forum ONLY.
If u try to flash an sbf for any other phone model u will be in for some trouble.
Thank you
ashclepdia said:
As stated. Petes oneclick root method works fine.
But if u were EVER going to flash an sbf just make sure it is one you get from the X2 development forum ONLY.
If u try to flash an sbf for any other phone model u will be in for some trouble.
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Thanks 3UR0TR45H for the link.
An thank's ashclepdia for the reminder. I usually do stick to the forum of the phone I use.
kelbizzle said:
Thanks 3UR0TR45H for the link.
An thank's ashclepdia for the reminder. I usually do stick to the forum of the phone I use.
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It was more of a cautionary statement to be careful if doing a search and you end up in the x forum by mistake seeing as they also have a gb sbf it can be dangerous when people just quick glance the forum they are in
I know I've almost made that mistake. Started to download the sbf and was like why doesn't this look right? Lol

i really wanna root but....:confused:

i go into the dev section and i go into http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1509855 and there are so many links to different threads and its like go here for this and go here for that can someone make a thread for noobs like me with everything in the same thread with a step by step guide
Use the search.button bro.. U can root your phone with odin in about 10 seconds.
Cheers
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I717 using XDA App
Alright so you said you wanna root but the link you provided was for a ROM. So which one are you looking for?
Root basically unlocks your phone to allow you to access your system files and make changes. So you can delete those annoying apps that come with your phone or allows you to use some apps that require root like titanium backup.
A ROM is basically a whole new software for your phone. like having windows xp and changing it to windows 7 or a better version of xp.
Here is a link for a Root for your phone. Super easy to use. Just follow the guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504920
if you have anymore questions just reply here and ill try to answer them.
like they said, follow the links, unlike most phones, its REAL easy to root with odin
adamtrace said:
Alright so you said you wanna root but the link you provided was for a ROM. So which one are you looking for?
Root basically unlocks your phone to allow you to access your system files and make changes. So you can delete those annoying apps that come with your phone or allows you to use some apps that require root like titanium backup.
A ROM is basically a whole new software for your phone. like having windows xp and changing it to windows 7 or a better version of xp.
Here is a link for a Root for your phone. Super easy to use. Just follow the guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504920
if you have anymore questions just reply here and ill try to answer them.
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ok thanks so after i root i will be able to use different roms..? is there a guide for that?
phillyrican said:
ok thanks so after i root i will be able to use different roms..? is there a guide for that?
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Root first....then eventually some nice developers will start posting their ROMS...either custom created and/or ported from other phones. They typically will put together step-by-step instructions in their posts, if nothing else, to avoid 8 million questions on how to load their ROM. If not, then i wouldn't bother with that particular ROM.
For example, Cyangenmod is a popular ROM that MIGHT be ported to the AT&T Note. If so, it will have very clear installation instructions http://www.cyanogenmod.com/ . MIUI.us is another popular ROM that might someday be ported over to the AT&T Note.
You might want to cruise over to the International Note Development forum and look at some of their ROM threads to get a feel for "how to" install a ROM. It will take a few times and you'll be able to load ROMS w/your eyes closed. Remember though the international roms will not work on our at&t note.
how to root AT&T Note.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1504218
anyway, just my thoughts.
Just to clarify Philly- those roms for the international note are not compatible with our att note. Do not flash them. Just learn the procedure and wait for att roms to start being posted here in this forum.
thanks for the feedback and help i have rooted my note and enabled free tethering now i will wait for some kool roms to try out hopefully ics lol but i didnt see a quide for installing custom roms is there one ?
another pointer to a root guide
Andrawer is correct and I believe that root option works. As a lot of people have said it is very important to read then read some more. I had concerns about root method Andrawer also found, so I kept searching. I found a great step by step summary by Capite post #87 of the [SYSTEM] ATT Galaxy Note Root, and it worked perfect for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=22920576&postcount=87
The big issue addressed by this method was avoiding the Flash Counter, so that there would be no warranty concerns. Simple easy instructions and I had my Note rooted in less than 3 hours of purchase.

looking to help a friend root her evo

Just a quick question why are there two dev sections for this device? what is the difference? is one for the older gb and froyo roms and the new for ICS and soon to be jellybean? I am looking into how to root this for a friend. I have a samsung gs2 with an unlocked bootloader I have never rooted a phone with a locked bootloader. So how do you guys go about this? For my phone I have a pc program called odin that does low level flashing so all I do is use it to install cloclworkmod or twrp and then flash su and install the.apk and busybox. Is there sometihng similar for this phone or does everything have to be done by ADB? If someone explains which dev section I should go to I will figure it out myself but the more info yoy guys can give me the better. I do still have to find out what software my friend has. I also want her to do this by herself so I want to be able to explain it to her. Thanks in advance.
Use this. It's doesn't it all for you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1690919
Sent from my HTC Evo LTE powered by Meanrom
mojorisin7178 said:
Just a quick question why are there two dev sections for this device? what is the difference? is one for the older gb and froyo roms and the new for ICS and soon to be jellybean? I am looking into how to root this for a friend. I have a samsung gs2 with an unlocked bootloader I have never rooted a phone with a locked bootloader. So how do you guys go about this? For my phone I have a pc program called odin that does low level flashing so all I do is use it to install cloclworkmod or twrp and then flash su and install the.apk and busybox. Is there sometihng similar for this phone or does everything have to be done by ADB? If someone explains which dev section I should go to I will figure it out myself but the more info yoy guys can give me the better. I do still have to find out what software my friend has. I also want her to do this by herself so I want to be able to explain it to her. Thanks in advance.
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The Android Development and Original Android Development forums are organized pretty much as they sound: Original Development will have threads for programs, mods, roms, kernels, etc. that are the original work of the developer. Android Development has threads for those that are built off of someone else's existing work (e.g. A rom that is a collection of tweaks pulled from other roms). I agree with the previous poster on using regawMOD, it is the simplest way to unlock the bootloader, flash a recovery and gain root access all at once. That being said, if your friend is on 1.22.651.3, there is an additional step to manually move the root package to the sd card. Read page 80-84 on the dev's thread for more info.
Sent from my EVO LTE
There's a sticky that explains everything right at the top of the original development forum. Can't miss it. It's always there
Sent from my EVO using Tapatalk 2
Thank you to everyone that answered I looked around after I posted and saw that all in one app to do the whole process that is cool I figured that would be the way to go. I will Be a let to root this phone with no problem. I gotta say we have come a long way from entering adb commands to push things to a phone to just a click and boom everything is done the beauty of xda.
mojorisin7178 said:
Thank you to everyone that answered I looked around after I posted and saw that all in one app to do the whole process that is cool I figured that would be the way to go. I will Be a let to root this phone with no problem. I gotta say we have come a long way from entering adb commands to push things to a phone to just a click and boom everything is done the beauty of xda.
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Just use the evo lte toolbox and do htcdev unlock. It's a little more complicating then odin l,Odin is more like using an RUU and turning it into a kitchen to flash modified roms
Sent from my EVO using xda premium

[Q] Questions/Help

First of I want to thank everyone that shares their knowledge on here.
I originally came here to root my phone so I could use ARlib. I had trouble getting that to work and tried ARU and it's working great.
Now that I have it working I'd like to protect what I have. I've been reading the forums, but even in one thread people sometimes contradict each other, so it's been hard sometimes to follow it.
I'm on 4.3 with a VRUEMK2 build. I flashed using your saferoot guide here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
My questions are:
What is the best/safest tool to make a backup?
How do I stop 4.4 OTA?
Is it ok to use Kies to sync or is there something better for Outlook?
I see a lot of recommendations for ES file explorer, should I get the plain one or the manager version?
Also since I can't ask in that forum and don't see it answered there, what is the advantage of the GPS injector for ARU vs. just using the phones GPS?
Thanks
jojotheclown said:
First of I want to thank everyone that shares their knowledge on here.
I originally came here to root my phone so I could use ARlib. I had trouble getting that to work and tried ARU and it's working great.
Now that I have it working I'd like to protect what I have. I've been reading the forums, but even in one thread people sometimes contradict each other, so it's been hard sometimes to follow it.
I'm on 4.3 with a VRUEMK2 build. I flashed using your saferoot guide here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2565758
My questions are:
What is the best/safest tool to make a backup?
How do I stop 4.4 OTA?
Is it ok to use Kies to sync or is there something better for Outlook?
I see a lot of recommendations for ES file explorer, should I get the plain one or the manager version?
Also since I can't ask in that forum and don't see it answered there, what is the advantage of the GPS injector for ARU vs. just using the phones GPS?
Thanks
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Well to make a backup ( nandroid ) you can install SafeStrap and make one in there.
To stop OTA
Install Titanium Backup and freeze " SDM " and "FWUpdater " I believe SDM is good enough though.
As far as ARU I have no idea
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