just have my device rooted and then install google now launcher, but i tap on clear data of kindle's stock home launcher and it now stucked in language selection, but sometimes i can pass it for some minutes and try factory reset but nothing changes, anyone can help me???/
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just have my device rooted and then install google now launcher, but i tap on clear data of kindle's stock home launcher and it now stucked in language selection, but sometimes i can pass it for some minutes and try factory reset but nothing changes, anyone can help me???/
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FireOS does not like alternative launchers. While experiences vary few (if any) work without modifying system files which you really don't want to do. Best option to go with a different rom. Your choices and the tools needed to pull it off will depend on the version of FireOS currently on you HDX. Nexus v2/V4 and CM11/12 can run nearly every launcher in the Google Play store w/o incident.
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just have my device rooted and then install google now launcher, but i tap on clear data of kindle's stock home launcher and it now stucked in language selection, but sometimes i can pass it for some minutes and try factory reset but nothing changes, anyone can help me???/
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FireOS does not like alternative launchers. While experiences vary few (if any) work without modifying system files which you really don't want to do. Best option to go with a different rom. Your choices and the tools needed to pull it off will depend on the version of FireOS currently on you HDX. Nexus v2/V4 and CM11/12 can run nearly every launcher in the Google Play store w/o incident.
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Edit: try installing Apex or Nova from apkmirror which sometimes can help regain temporary control so you can remove google now. If you can get past the language screen try enabling adb access (usb debug) in the settings panel. You'll need that if you loose control of the UI. If possible avoid use of the home button which will invoke the stock launcher and bring you back to the language screen. You'll then have to reinstall Apex/Nova to regain control. This can be a tough nut to crack on FireOS hence the alternative ROM recommendation.
Long shot: try "Home Switcher" by twisted apps to set the launcher of your choice. This saved my butt on more than a few occasions on various devices with limited options - but it's old and may not work on a HDX.
yeah i just fixed by factory reset via adb. thanks anw
one more question: can i install safetrap 4.0.1 when in 13.3.2.4, my kindle has only been rooted and doesnt have safetrap?????????
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yeah i just fixed by factory reset via adb. thanks anw
one more question: can i install safetrap 4.0.1 when in 13.3.2.4, my kindle has only been rooted and doesnt have safetrap?????????
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No, and you'd be far better off by downgrading to 3.1.0, installing TWRP, optional updating bootloader to 3.2.3.2, and unlocking the bootloader then.
Take a look at this thread.
With 3.2.4 you must use Safestrap 3.75, other option would be to update to 4.5.2, root, and install Safestrap v4, but TWRP & unlocked bootloader would open the wonderland of HDX ROMs for you.
install safetrap 3.75 - factory reset- copy 3.1.bin to storage and update. is this the right step ro roll back to 3.1.0??????
nta1810 said:
install safetrap 3.75 - factory reset- copy 3.1.bin to storage and update. is this the right step ro roll back to 3.1.0??????
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No, install Safestrap 3.7.5, then follow the points mentioned here, i.e. flash the rollback image to the stock slot, do a factory reset, etc. - Keep WLAN off/flight mode enabled at all times! You don't want to get updated by Amazon.
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No, install Safestrap 3.7.5, then follow the points mentioned here, i.e. flash the rollback image to the stock slot, do a factory reset, etc. - Keep WLAN off/flight mode enabled at all times! You don't want to get updated by Amazon.
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Oke i understand. before initiating 3.1.0 update bin file i must flash the roll back zip, right?
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Oke i understand. before initiating 3.1.0 update bin file i must flash the roll back zip, right?
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Yes, the rollback file is just a 3.2.4 with edited version info, so it identifies as 3.0.9 in order to get the "update" to 3.1.0 working, which is a downgrade then of course.
After the downgrade to 3.1.0 you can install TWRP, and flash the 3.2.3.2 bootloader update via TWRP, then unlock the bootloader.
Yeah thank you. I just had it yesterday and had never used any devices like it before. Fire os is such a problem for me
nta1810 said:
yeah i just fixed by factory reset via adb. thanks anw
one more question: can i install safetrap 4.0.1 when in 13.3.2.4, my kindle has only been rooted and doesnt have safetrap?????????
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You need to go with Safestrap v3.7.5 with that version of FireOS. SS v4 will brick your device. One installed you only have one (excellent) rom choice: Nexus v2.0.5. I can't post links from my current location but you can find the relevant threads in the HDX Android Development forum.
You can also downgrade FireOS, flash twrp and then unlock your bootloader. More upfront work but ultimately gives access to the full complement of HDX roms including Nexus v4, cm11 and two variants of cm12. Also vastly superior recovery capability should something go wrong.
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You need to go with Safestrap v3.7.5 with that version of FireOS. SS v4 will brick your device. One installed you only have one (excellent) rom choice: Nexus v2.0.5. I can't post links from my current location but you can find the relevant threads in the HDX Android Development forum.
You can also downgrade FireOS, flash twrp and then unlock your bootloader. More upfront work but ultimately gives access to the full complement of HDX roms including Nexus v4, cm11 and two variants of cm12. Also vastly superior recovery capability should something go wrong.
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helpppppppp!!!!! i install safetrap 3.7.5, flash rollbak img , make a full wipe and reboot system but now it stuck in boot screen (the grey "kindle fire" logo). what to do now?????????. how to boot into recovery again???
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helpppppppp!!!!! i install safetrap 3.7.5, flash rollbak img , make a full wipe and reboot system but now it stuck in boot screen (the grey "kindle fire" logo). what to do now?????????. how to boot into recovery again???
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What do you mean by "full wipe"? You were supposed to do a factory reset, i.e. the standard wipe. If you wiped system, your HDX is bricked.
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What do you mean by "full wipe"? You were supposed to do a factory reset, i.e. the standard wipe. If you wiped system, your HDX is bricked.
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i tick all in advanced option of wipe. what can i do now(((
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i tick all in advanced option of wipe. what can i do now(((
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Nothing, sorry. Wiping system in Safestrap 3.7.x is lethal.
nta1810 said:
i tick all in advanced option of wipe. what can i do now(((
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Nothing, sorry. Wiping system in Safestrap 3.7.x is lethal.
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Confirmed - there is no known recovery from this situation with a locked bootloader. Sorry for your loss.
Omg!! My sister bought it for me not for a longtime. Does amazon repair the device?? Can i send it to them??
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Omg!! My sister bought it for me not for a longtime. Does amazon repair the device?? Can i send it to them??
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Amazon will not repair the device. However, you may be offered a one-time exchange for a refurbished unit if it still within warranty and the purchaser is in good standing. Simply state the device attempted to upgrade and got stuck at the grey Kindle logo (factually true). No need to go into specifics.
I just bought it on 14/8/2015 and it still looks new 100℅. Do all devices sold have one year warranty? P/s i'm from germany
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I just bought it on 14/8/2015 and it still looks new 100℅. Are all devices sold have one year warranty? P/s i'm from germany
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Standard Amazon device warranty is 12 months. You should contact Amazon to confirm eligibility and return/exchange logistics.
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Hi pros! First i'm sorry because i'm very bad english :laugh:
My Kindle HDX 7" is suspend at grey kindle logo after i wipe all to install new rom. But new rom error, HDX can't install this rom. Then i reboot it suspend at kindle logo
Help me plzzzz :angel:
Sorry. The logo is white "kindle fire" not grey "kindle"
KindleHDX7hg said:
Hi pros! First i'm sorry because i'm very bad english :laugh:
My Kindle HDX 7" is suspend at grey kindle logo after i wipe all to install new rom. But new rom error, HDX can't install this rom. Then i reboot it suspend at kindle logo
Help me plzzzz :angel:
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I hope you didn't wipe your stock rom... because that bricks the hdx.
Try to unbrick it. More then likely you will need to return it to Amazon or wait and pray we find a way to fix it. Other members please help.
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Faznx92 said:
I hope you didn't wipe your stock rom... because that bricks the hdx.
Try to unbrick it. More then likey you will need to try to return it Amazon or wait and pray we find a way to fix it. Other members please help.
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I agree if u wiped your stock slot without a backup or a good rom to flash on it and you attempted to reboot after you wiped the system in stock...sorry but as far as I know there is no fix for you at least not as of yet. That's why safestrap was developed so you could apply an extra partition to boot system and data from to eliminate screwing up the stock os because currently we do not have a working fastboot or unlocked bl... again thanks to amazon locked ecosystem and lack of thorough research...another warranty claim.. another brick on the wall
Yeah, I haven't seen a response, so need more info. What exactly did you wipe & how? Did you, or do you, have safestrap installed? Sometimes the issue is that it mounts system to perform functions & never unmounts, so you can;t install anything until you use adb to remount or reboot. I need to know exactly what you did & exactly what you had installed & what version of FW you were using to tell you anything.
Thanks all for reply. I hope some one can help me
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Yeah, I haven't seen a response, so need more info. What exactly did you wipe & how? Did you, or do you, have safestrap installed? Sometimes the issue is that it mounts system to perform functions & never unmounts, so you can;t install anything until you use adb to remount or reboot. I need to know exactly what you did & exactly what you had installed & what version of FW you were using to tell you anything.
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Hi Gsleon
My Kindle HDX current use aosp rom v2 and i wipe it to install FireHydrant rom. I boot to recovery (in the screen to choose pick recovery or contineus. I see safestrap: Disable) then choose wipe-> advand wipe-> i pick all options. Then i come back and install FireHydrant rom. But FireHydrant installer error, i can't install it. Versions of my HDX7 is 13.3.1.0. I try connect my hdx to pc but mtp can't connect Plz tell me how to fix it i'm very noob. Tks you :good:
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KindleHDX7hg said:
Hi Gsleon
My Kindle HDX current use aosp rom v2 and i wipe it to install FireHydrant rom. I boot to recovery (in the screen to choose pick recovery or contineus. I see safestrap: Disable) then choose wipe-> advand wipe-> i pick all options. Then i come back and install FireHydrant rom. But FireHydrant installer error, i can't install it. Versions of my HDX7 is 13.3.1.0. I try connect my hdx to pc but mtp can't connect Plz tell me how to fix it i'm very noob. Tks you :good:
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If you had to read the fire hydrant thread at last at least the last page or two you would know that it is a nonfunctioning Rom.. But if you still have safestrap cycling when you reboot there may be a way to push Hashcodes stock base to SDcard ... Why would you attempt to install anything to your stock slot? That is why we have safestrap because we have no fast boot ability . Or if you did not wipe your stock slot you should be able to activate it and boot up stock.
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If you had to read the fire hydrant thread at last at least the last page or two you would know that it is a nonfunctioning Rom.. But if you still have safestrap cycling when you reboot there may be a way to push Hashcodes stock base to SDcard ... Why would you attempt to install anything to your stock slot? That is why we have safestrap because we have no fast boot ability . Or if you did not wipe your stock slot you should be able to activate it and boot up stock.
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So, is that what you are saying? You disabled Safestrap & then went to wipe? I didn't think you could wipe stock, at least not from the later versions of Safestrap.
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If you had to read the fire hydrant thread at last at least the last page or two you would know that it is a nonfunctioning Rom.. But if you still have safestrap cycling when you reboot there may be a way to push Hashcodes stock base to SDcard ... Why would you attempt to install anything to your stock slot? That is why we have safestrap because we have no fast boot ability . Or if you did not wipe your stock slot you should be able to activate it and boot up stock.
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Hi jimyv!
I don't know i installed aosp rom to stock slot or other slot i'm newbie How to check stock slot have or haven't? and how to activate it and boot up stock? can tell me step by step?
Tks you :victory:
have u read this OP?
KindleHDX7hg said:
Hi jimyv!
I don't know i installed aosp rom to stock slot or other slot i'm newbie How to check stock slot have or haven't? and how to activate it and boot up stock? can tell me step by step?
Tks you :victory:
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2556677 check this out if you have anymore questions let me know. OP meaning whole first post explaining everything how to,to.downloads ..read thoroughly
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So, is that what you are saying? You disabled Safestrap & then went to wipe? I didn't think you could wipe stock, at least not from the later versions of Safestrap.
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Hi gsleon3!
Are you have any plan for me? I search gg and see some plan:
- Use ADB to reboot recovery and reboot bootloader here
- Use ADB to install rom here
What plan i can use for fix my HDX?
Tks you :victory:
jimyv said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2556677 check this out if you have anymore questions let me know. OP meaning whole first post explaining everything how to,to.downloads ..read thoroughly
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Hi jimmyv!
My Kindle is Hand-carried Goods (sorry i'm very bad english) it had available safestraps and rom cook (i don't know name of this rom). but then installed AOSP v2 rom, Safestrap was disable then i try to install FireHydrant rom, it suspend grey logo as #1 and #6 :crying:
Can you tell me any plan to fix it?
Tks you :victory:
ok
KindleHDX7hg said:
Hi jimmyv!
My Kindle is Hand-carried Goods (sorry i'm very bad english) it had available safestraps and rom cook (i don't know name of this rom). but then installed AOSP v2 rom, Safestrap was disable then i try to install FireHydrant rom, it suspend grey logo as #1 and #6 :crying:
Can you tell me any plan to fix it?
Tks you :victory:
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Can you get into safestrap recovery?
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Can you get into safestrap recovery?
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Sorry. I can't. Because i can't see screens "waiting 10s" (i mean: screen can choose recovery or continue boot to os). It suspend at grey logo screen
Have any other way get into safestrap?
I think i find the way can get into stock recovery
this here
It can help me? If i can get into stock recover, what i can doing ?
Help me plz... :angel:
umm
KindleHDX7hg said:
I think i find the way can get into stock recovery
this here
It can help me? If i can get into stock recover, what i can doing ?
Help me plz... :angel:
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That couple of seconds that it gives you to either choose recovery or boot up that's when you want to hit recovery.... No stay away from stock recovery
http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q...3.72&qpvt=how.to+use+safestrap+3.72&FORM=VDRE
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That couple of seconds that it gives you to either choose recovery or boot up that's when you want to hit recovery.... No stay away from stock recovery
http://www.bing.com/videos/search?q...3.72&qpvt=how.to+use+safestrap+3.72&FORM=VDRE
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i can't boot into Safestrap but i can boot into stock recovery. Screen suspend is white "kindle fire" sorry not grey "kindle" only. Can fix it?
Thanks you!
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So, is that what you are saying? You disabled Safestrap & then went to wipe? I didn't think you could wipe stock, at least not from the later versions of Safestrap.
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Try to help me plz.
Screen suspend is white kindle fire not grey kindle.
And i can boot into stock recovery with hold power and vol+.
Thank you!
umm wow
KindleHDX7hg said:
Try to help me plz.
Screen suspend is white kindle fire not grey kindle.
And i can boot into stock recovery with hold power and vol+.
Thank you!
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We are trying. Do you have adb?
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We are trying. Do you have adb?
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I don't know
This is setup ADB ?
If not, plz teach me step by step :fingers-crossed:
And If ADB connected what i'm to do? :victory:
Last time I saw there was new version of safestrap which expanded the rom slot space. then I tried to update it but amazon automatically updated my kdf to 13.3.2.3.2. now I am not able to get into safestrap even I rooted.(towelroot)
the only way I can do is downgrade the system or waiting for safestrap update? please help, thanks!
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Last time I saw there was new version of safestrap which expanded the rom slot space. then I tried to update it but amazon automatically updated my kdf to 13.3.2.3.2. now I am not able to get into safestrap even I rooted.(towelroot)
the only way I can do is downgrade the system or waiting for safestrap update? please help, thanks!
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Correct. I recommend not attempting a downgrade. You run the risk of bricking. Thank you for posting in Q&A.
I installed the lastest safestrap then tried to flash the thor gapp, when I started reboot it turned into black screen and no response. could you tell me what happen? my device version is 13.3.2.3.2 thankyou
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Correct. I recommend not attempting a downgrade. You run the risk of bricking. Thank you for posting in Q&A.
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i had tried thor gapps rom 13.3.0.0 v2 and thor 4.2.2 neither one work on my device. black screen after reboot, there were sound when I press power buttom. finally I long pressed buttom and reboot to stock rom:crying:
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I installed the lastest safestrap then tried to flash the thor gapp, when I started reboot it turned into black screen and no response. could you tell me what happen? my device version is 13.3.2.3.2 thankyou
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fixed?
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i had tried thor gapps rom 13.3.0.0 v2 and thor 4.2.2 neither one work on my device. black screen after reboot, there were sound when I press power buttom. finally I long pressed buttom and reboot to stock rom:crying:
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What is ur original base? That you got updated to..? Do you try safestrap 3.75 b02? And are you trying to flash onto your stock slot or have you created a slot? Ok and if you had read the threads you would discover they will not boot or will not work and less you flash over the top of a back up of stock or restore your data from a stock Backup.. if yo are still 13.3.2.3.2 the only Rom that will work for you is the new thor for 13.3.2.4
thank you for your reply. I did all steps you mentioned about but are u sure I should use the 13.3.2.4 rom? because that post warning that the new thor rom only can use on 13.3.2.4. but I think I can restore it even something bad happen right?
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What is ur original base? That you got updated to..? Do you try safestrap 3.75 b02? And are you trying to flash onto your stock slot or have you created a slot? Ok and if you had read the threads you would discover they will not boot or will not work and less you flash over the top of a back up of stock or restore your data from a stock Backup.. if yo are still 13.3.2.3.2 the only Rom that will work for you is the new thor for 13.3.2.4
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thank you for your reply. I did all steps you mentioned about but are u sure I should use the 13.3.2.4 rom? because that post warning that the new thor rom only can use on 13.3.2.4. but I think I can restore it even something bad happen right?
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But you did not read the thread did you? If you had you would have discovered that many people are using it on the same system you are on . You should be reading nearly entire threads on anything that you are interested in doing to this device .And of course only do anything with a slot never your stock http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2786190. And of course you can always restore a backup.
hey guys it's been a few years since Iv been rooting devices so im still a little tender on this subject
Found my kindle fire HDX 7 in my draw and decided to see what i could do with it (from when i brought it, it was totally locked)
Spending all afternoon researching and trying different things iv managed to downgrate to 3.2.8 and Root device. There for i obviously installed safestrap after that i followed the instructions to install recovery and so on.... cutting to the chase:
I click install recovery and it installs fine, i reboot to recovery and device reboots from now on after where i guess im suppose to get the recovery i just get a black screen and it sits at that? Any ideas? I can press and hold the off button and it will reboot, go black then disconnect from pc and reboot back into normal kindle o.s.
Any ideas? I hope i made myself clear enough and im not being a fool and not reading something right.
Kind regards
Ashley
What exact version of Safestrap did you install?
EncryptedCurse said:
What exact version of Safestrap did you install?
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hi i installed :
Safestrap-Apollo-3.71-B06
nevertomorrow said:
hi i installed :
Safestrap-Apollo-3.71-B06
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There's your problem. You should first fully remove your current version of Safestrap (i.e. don't just remove the app) and download the latest one, which should be 3.75 B02.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2612772
EncryptedCurse said:
There's your problem. You should first fully remove your current version of Safestrap (i.e. don't just remove the app) and download the latest one, which should be 3.75 B02.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2612772
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Thanks for that ill give it ago!!
Kindle Fire HDX 8.9 3rd Gen.
As the tittle says. While trying to use Kingroot on 4.5.2, I managed to leave the Wifi on long enough for the OTA 4.5.4 to download. Where is it and how do I remove the file? Tks
You'll need to wipe your /cache partition. But, I don't think you'll be able to get into recovery before it automatically tries to install the update at boot.
I'm not quite sure how you should go about doing this, but I'd take a look at some of these links:
https://stackoverflow.com/a/10829600
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2580269
@ONYXis might be able to help.
Highly unlikely you will be able to prevent it from installing. I had the same issue a few months back. Every time I powered the Kindle on, it went straight to update. Good luck, but I'd say just take the update, and wait for a way to root, or downgrade path.
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You'll need to wipe your /cache partition. But, I don't think you'll be able to get into recovery before it automatically tries to install the update at boot.
I'm not quite sure how you should go about doing this, but I'd take a look at some of these links:
https://stackoverflow.com/a/10829600
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2580269
@ONYXis might be able to help.
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Thanks for the reply! ... I did manage to load Safestrap 4.0.1 but unfortunately I can't seem to mount to load a bin. I can see the kindle in device manager but doesn't show up in explorer. Any thoughts?
tavuslokus said:
Thanks for the reply! ... I did manage to load Safestrap 4.0.1 but unfortunately I can't seem to mount to load a bin. I can see the kindle in device manager but doesn't show up in explorer. Any thoughts?
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I'm not quite getting what you're saying. If you're already in Safestrap, then you should be able to wipe /cache from there.
EncryptedCurse said:
I'm not quite getting what you're saying. If you're already in Safestrap, then you should be able to wipe /cache from there.
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As I managed to load Safestrap recovery, don't want to boot stock system, I intent to wipe and install CM11 for Apollo but while in recovery trying to mount doesn't work.
Windows 8.1 driver issue?
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As I managed to load Safestrap recovery, don't want to boot stock system, I intent to wipe and install CM11 for Apollo but while in recovery trying to mount doesn't work.
Windows 8.1 driver issue?
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Might be. Why can't you boot into FireOS?
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Might be. Why can't you boot into FireOS?
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Keep it simple right?.... OK so after wipe cache then boot to 4.5.2 without issues. Seems I can carry on. Thanks for the help EncryptedCurse.
Mod please delete.
You need to contact the seller. Even if you do a factory reset from download mode, you will need the Google account it was originally setup with.
Otherwise, you'll probably have to root it.
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You need to contact the seller. Even if you do a factory reset from download mode, you will need the Google account it was originally setup with.
Otherwise, you'll probably have to root it.
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So how would I go about that "otherwise" option? I can't access the settings, but have bootloader/fastboot.
Before rooting try doing a hard reset via recovery mode. Worst case scenario it will not work. Here are the instructions:
Your Tab S7 must be plugged in to a PC for this to work.
Recovery Mode SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S7, how to - HardReset.info
The Recovery mode it is the hidden feature which will enable a lot of useful operation.
www.hardreset.info
If that doesn't work, then check out this thread for instructions to root:
How to root Galaxy Tab S7(+). (GUIDE)
Download the firmware, and extract "boot.img.lz4" from AP. Use 7-zip or something else to compress the boot file and choose TAR format. Use Magisk to patch the "boot.img.tar", and you will get "magisk_patched.tar" in /Download folder. Flash it as...
forum.xda-developers.com
Both courses of action will completely wipe the tablets data.
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Before rooting try doing a hard reset via recovery mode. Worst case scenario it will not work. Here are the instructions:
Your Tab S7 must be plugged in to a PC for this to work.
Recovery Mode SAMSUNG Galaxy Tab S7, how to - HardReset.info
The Recovery mode it is the hidden feature which will enable a lot of useful operation.
www.hardreset.info
If that doesn't work, then check out this thread for instructions to root:
How to root Galaxy Tab S7(+). (GUIDE)
Download the firmware, and extract "boot.img.lz4" from AP. Use 7-zip or something else to compress the boot file and choose TAR format. Use Magisk to patch the "boot.img.tar", and you will get "magisk_patched.tar" in /Download folder. Flash it as...
forum.xda-developers.com
Both courses of action will completely wipe the tablets data.
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I only have the option to clear cache, not data in bootloader.
NexusS4gFreak said:
I only have the option to clear cache, not data in bootloader.
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The "wipe data/factory reset" option is not available?
That means that tablet's bootloader and ROM were specially modified for whatever it was being used for before you bought it.
I'm not sure if you are able to do a clean install of a new ROM.
gernerttl said:
The "wipe data/factory reset" option is not available?
That means that tablet's bootloader and ROM were specially modified for whatever it was being used for before you bought it.
I'm not sure if you are able to do a clean install of a new ROM.
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Can I just go into bootloader and ODIN flash new firmware to it?
NexusS4gFreak said:
Can I just go into bootloader and ODIN flash new firmware to it?
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You should be able to, as long as the bootloader is unlocked.
gernerttl said:
You should be able to, as long as the bootloader is unlocked.
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Nope, it's locked.
NexusS4gFreak said:
Nope, it's locked.
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That sucks. I'm not sure if it can be unlocked because it is the US version (correct?). At least, I don't think anybody has figured it out.
Hopefully, the seller responds and helps you unlock the kiosk-ware. I'm not sure how much that will help though. If it is as I suspect, that it has a specially modified ROM for doing kiosk tasks, you may not be able to put it back to factory.
I saw your other thread. Like I said there, maybe you can take it or send it into Samsung. If you have the receipt, Samsung may be able to factory reset it to stock. No guarantees though.
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