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Hi, I need help here. I got an At&t HTC TITAN PI3900 stuck in bootloader mode - When turned off, pressing the power button or plugging the charger or usb would automatically brings the bootloader screen.
Things that I did:
Upgraded to the SPL (2.6?) from the HTC website to fix the unlock code problem re-entering it everytime I reboot.
Forced flash the WP 7.8 via seven-eighter, and everything is just fine.
Tried debranding and installinhg HSPL but all failed:
Goldcard via Y Cable was ok but when trying to flash EU ROM (IMG_Eternity_HTC_Europe_1.09.401.02_Radio_16.23.02.09_A_16.24.00.23_Signed_ETERNITY_RELEASE) via Goldcard method, it says "NOT ALLOW"
Tried to flash via Goldcard also the Cingular ROM ( IMG_Eternity_Cingular_US_1.10.502.04_Radio_16.23.02.26_A_16.27.00.23_Signed_ETERNITY_RELEASE) but always fails - OS and RADIO - Internal error or something
At this moment, the phone is still fine and working perfectly
The I flash via RUU (bootloader mode) the stock Cingular ROM same as the above,
( IMG_Eternity_Cingular_US_1.10.502.04_Radio_16.23.02.26_A_16.27.00.23_Signed_ETERNITY_RELEASE), error came - ERROR [226] FLASH WRITE ERROR
Tried to flash again the 2 ROMS mentioned above a couple of times via RUU, re-downloaded the ROM would still give me the same error. Also tried the TitanAdvancedRUU-V1.0.5, but still the same error.
Now my phone is stucked at bootloader screen. It can't enter also the USB HOST MODE, I don't know why
The bootloader screen says:
PI39100
SPL-2.6.160015.3 (140182)
eMMC SND 15188MB
TOUCH A1(F:81, ID:1. V11, B:F8)
Radio-16.23.02.26A
Serial
APPSBL
IMAGE CRC
FACTORY RESET
Any help or suggestion would be greatly appreciated
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Nevermind, I got it working again! I just reflashed the stock 2.6 SPL from HTC and BOOM!
da_mayhem said:
Nevermind, I got it working again! I just reflashed the stock 2.6 SPL from HTC and BOOM!
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i can't find stock roms on the htc site.. can you give me the link?
da_mayhem said:
Nevermind, I got it working again! I just reflashed the stock 2.6 SPL from HTC and BOOM!
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There is no mention of SPL205 in any of your steps; had you successfully done that your SPL would be 2.5.160015 not 2.6.160015; it is once you've successfully flashed that step you would proceed to HSPL; however, if you're using the official stock 7.8 you're fine.
Tgodfather said:
i can't find stock roms on the htc site.. can you give me the link?
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No bro, it's just the bootloader update posted on the HTC site, no roms posted over there
berrywr said:
There is no mention of SPL205 in any of your steps; had you successfully done that your SPL would be 2.5.160015 not 2.6.160015; it is once you've successfully flashed that step you would proceed to HSPL; however, if you're using the official stock 7.8 you're fine.
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Yes I wasn't able to get it to SPL 2.5 that's why I can't proceed to the HSPL procedure, I don't know why I was having a "NOT ALLOW" error when flashing stock Cingular ROM via Goldcard
da_mayhem said:
Hi, I need help here. I got an At&t HTC TITAN PI3900 stuck in bootloader mode - When turned off, pressing the power button or plugging the charger or usb would automatically brings the bootloader screen.
Things that I did:
Upgraded to the SPL (2.6?) from the HTC website to fix the unlock code problem re-entering it everytime I reboot.
Forced flash the WP 7.8 via seven-eighter, and everything is just fine.
Tried debranding and installinhg HSPL but all failed:
Goldcard via Y Cable was ok but when trying to flash EU ROM (IMG_Eternity_HTC_Europe_1.09.401.02_Radio_16.23.02.09_A_16.24.00.23_Signed_ETERNITY_RELEASE) via Goldcard method, it says "NOT ALLOW"
Tried to flash via Goldcard also the Cingular ROM ( IMG_Eternity_Cingular_US_1.10.502.04_Radio_16.23.02.26_A_16.27.00.23_Signed_ETERNITY_RELEASE) but always fails - OS and RADIO - Internal error or something
At this moment, the phone is still fine and working perfectly
The I flash via RUU (bootloader mode) the stock Cingular ROM same as the above,
( IMG_Eternity_Cingular_US_1.10.502.04_Radio_16.23.02.26_A_16.27.00.23_Signed_ETERNITY_RELEASE), error came - ERROR [226] FLASH WRITE ERROR
Tried to flash again the 2 ROMS mentioned above a couple of times via RUU, re-downloaded the ROM would still give me the same error. Also tried the TitanAdvancedRUU-V1.0.5, but still the same error.
Now my phone is stucked at bootloader screen. It can't enter also the USB HOST MODE, I don't know why
The bootloader screen says:
PI39100
SPL-2.6.160015.3 (140182)
eMMC SND 15188MB
TOUCH A1(F:81, ID:1. V11, B:F8)
Radio-16.23.02.26A
Serial
APPSBL
IMAGE CRC
FACTORY RESET
Any help or suggestion would be greatly appreciated
Help
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had the same problem..scared the crap out of me...Installing SPL 2.6 seems to be working for this problem...even though we are stuck on 2.5.
Did you manage to get HSPL working?
da_mayhem said:
Did you manage to get HSPL working?
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nada...nope...
I tried pretty much everything. So has Nikola, on this board...
I think some AT&T Titans and their nand memory get shot after trying to HSPL or debrand.
-Which therefore could be linked to a manufacturing problem with the Titan.
---As technically, my other AT&T Titan had no problem whatsoever getting the HSPL installed.
I guess I have to stop trying now Guess we'll be stuck at the official 7.8 for a while not until DFT releases something for us
da_mayhem said:
I guess I have to stop trying now Guess we'll be stuck at the official 7.8 for a while not until DFT releases something for us
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Yea....
Anyway yea, at least you get 7.8 and not a brick -or a phone that is stuck at 7.5.
da_mayhem said:
No bro, it's just the bootloader update posted on the HTC site, no roms posted
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it is just what i'm looking for dude! I'm stuck at the 1.8 bootloader version. Can you link me the update? I'm italian, and in HTC.it there isn't any update
EDIT: nevermind, i've found it
Hello everyone, I'm a bit of a noob so bare with me. Thanks for taking the time to hear me out.
I have a sim unlocked AT&T HTC One (M7) that I am using on T-mobiles network. I switched over last year and I don't have my AT&T account anymore. The phone is stock, not rooted at all, just sim unlocked.
I have not updated the HTC one at all since I've bought it, and I would like to update to 4.2.2 KitKat but I noticed I cannot update via T-Mobiles network. Help!!!!
P.S. Is there a way for me to update my phone manually without having to find someone with an AT&T sim card?
ricklhswood said:
Hello everyone, I'm a bit of a noob so bare with me. Thanks for taking the time to hear me out.
I have a sim unlocked AT&T HTC One (M7) that I am using on T-mobiles network. I switched over last year and I don't have my AT&T account anymore. The phone is stock, not rooted at all, just sim unlocked.
I have not updated the HTC one at all since I've bought it, and I would like to update to 4.2.2 KitKat but I noticed I cannot update via T-Mobiles network. Help!!!!
P.S. Is there a way for me to update my phone manually without having to find someone with an AT&T sim card?
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Updates are usually done over wifi rather than the current network, being on T-Mobile should have no effect on the updates. What happens when you check for updates.
Im in Mexico and I have the same problem..
HTC unlocked.. no update via OTA.. looks like ATT punished all the unlocked phones with no-sending the update.
I can't update the phone,
no via OTA
no via ROM
no via adb push rom.zip (access denied)
no nothing..
mb_guy said:
Updates are usually done over wifi rather than the current network, being on T-Mobile should have no effect on the updates. What happens when you check for updates.
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Hey mb_guy, thanks for the reply.
When I am connected to wifi or 4G-LTE and try to update via settings-->about-->software updates nothing happens. It doesn't even try to search for new updates. Another interesting thing is that when I try to search for updates on the phone, I see AT&T even though I have switched over to T-Mobile and am using the T-Mobile Sim Card.
P.S. I did pay for a sim unlock code from a website, could that be the reason why I am unable to update my phone?
dumitresc said:
Im in Mexico and I have the same problem..
HTC unlocked.. no update via OTA.. looks like ATT punished all the unlocked phones with no-sending the update.
I can't update the phone,
no via OTA
no via ROM
no via adb push rom.zip (access denied)
no nothing..
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ricklhswood said:
Hey mb_guy, thanks for the reply.
When I am connected to wifi or 4G-LTE and try to update via settings-->about-->software updates nothing happens. It doesn't even try to search for new updates. Another interesting thing is that when I try to search for updates on the phone, I see AT&T even though I have switched over to T-Mobile and am using the T-Mobile Sim Card.
P.S. I did pay for a sim unlock code from a website, could that be the reason why I am unable to update my phone?
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You can update it yourself with this RUU and a locked bootloader
http://www.androidruu.com/getdownlo...09_10.26.1718.01L_release_356565_signed_2.exe
clsA said:
You can update it yourself with this RUU and a locked bootloader
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Hello. Another newbie here. Could you post directions on how to use the above file? Do I need a PC, or is there some way copy the the directly onto my HTC One.
I have the same problem as the OP. I have a SIM unlocked AT&T HTC One that is stock with a locked boot loader. I have a prepaid AT&T SIM. But I cannot get the OTA update. I've tried several times to get the KitKat update, but each time it says no update available.
Casual Adventurer said:
Hello. Another newbie here. Could you post directions on how to use the above file? Do I need a PC, or is there some way copy the the directly onto my HTC One.
I have the same problem as the OP. I have a SIM unlocked AT&T HTC One that is stock with a locked boot loader. I have a prepaid AT&T SIM. But I cannot get the OTA update. I've tried several times to get the KitKat update, but each time it says no update available.
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the RUU is a windows EXE file just click it and follow the instructions
Back up your phone ! a RUU totally wipes everything from the phone
clsA said:
You can update it yourself with this RUU and a locked bootloader
http://www.androidruu.com/getdownlo...09_10.26.1718.01L_release_356565_signed_2.exe
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Actually when I try to update via ruu, I got an error.. fastboot.exe in windows.. and the installer shows in the messages in: checking header 1/5….
If I disconnect the cellphone.. There is an error with invalid copy or something like that..
A few days ago I tried with adb push rom.zip and I got an error with: permission denied (when I was trying to copy the rom to media/0/ etc..
Im starting to think that the problem is the "memory or storage" because I guess all the problems or the methods stuck trying to copy the files or something like that..
I stuck with all the methods basically :S
clsA said:
the RUU is a windows EXE file just click it and follow the instructions
Back up your phone ! a RUU totally wipes everything from the phone
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OK I've tried running the RUU from two different computers. One computer was running Windows XP and the other was running Windows 7. Each time I get to the point where the set-up wizard asks me to accept the license agreement. When I click on the "I accept" radial button and then click on next, the set-up wizard just shuts down.
I've tried it three times on the computer running Windows XP. On the third attempt I had the Task Manager running and the process just stops and disappears.
Can anyone offer any help.
I read on another forum that replacing the SIM card can help. So I went to my locate AT&T corporate store and got a new SIM card. No luck with that either.
I purchased this phone used It is in great shape. It looks new. It is running Build Number 3.17.502.3 CL246232 release-keys.
Because I bought a used phone, I just downloaded Connectbot and verified that the phone was not rooted.
Casual Adventurer said:
OK I've tried running the RUU from two different computers. One computer was running Windows XP and the other was running Windows 7. Each time I get to the point where the set-up wizard asks me to accept the license agreement. When I click on the "I accept" radial button and then click on next, the set-up wizard just shuts down.
I've tried it three times on the computer running Windows XP. On the third attempt I had the Task Manager running and the process just stops and disappears.
Can anyone offer any help.
I read on another forum that replacing the SIM card can help. So I went to my locate AT&T corporate store and got a new SIM card. No luck with that either.
I purchased this phone used It is in great shape. It looks new. It is running Build Number 3.17.502.3 CL246232 release-keys.
Because I bought a used phone, I just downloaded Connectbot and verified that the phone was not rooted.
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the RUU works fine ..did you md5 check your downloaded file ?
clsA said:
the RUU works fine ..did you md5 check your downloaded file ?
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I'm sorry? what does that mean?
Casual Adventurer said:
I'm sorry? what does that mean?
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your download was corrupt ...use an MD5 checker to test your downloaded files
clsA said:
your download was corrupt ...use an MD5 checker to test your downloaded files
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Can you tell me where I can find this MD5 checker software?
I downloaded the software direct from the RUU Web site to the two computers I tried. How could the file become corrupt?
thank you.
If I try to install via RUU..
I got this error..
http://postimg.org/image/nzjyou0dd/
dumitresc said:
If I try to install via RUU..
I got this error..
http://postimg.org/image/nzjyou0dd/
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There is a log file for the RUU process in C:\ruu_log\RUU_xxxxxxx.log. Please attach the log file.
cschmitt said:
There is a log file for the RUU process in C:\ruu_log\RUU_xxxxxxx.log. Please attach the log file.
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Thank you so much..
here you go..
dumitresc said:
Thank you so much..
here you go..
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It's looks like you have HTC sync installed? If so, uninstall it and try the ruu again.
cschmitt said:
It's looks like you have HTC sync installed? If so, uninstall it and try the ruu again.
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Same problem..
I unninstalled the htc sync and restart the pc.. but same problem
here is the log
(if I disconnect the cellphone there is a message: loading zip info fail , update fail
dumitresc said:
Same problem..
I unninstalled the htc sync and restart the pc.. but same problem
here is the log
(if I disconnect the cellphone there is a message: loading zip info fail , update fail
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The phone is s-on, correct? Is the bootloader locked?
cschmitt said:
The phone is s-on, correct? Is the bootloader locked?
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That's correct.
when the error appears.. (fastboot.exe) the screen in black with HTC then if I disconnect the cellphone this is the error.. then I have to plug again and push power button until the phone restart again normally.
thank you so much for your help.
This are all steps that I have tried and nothing works:
1. Install twrp 2.7.0.2 succesfully, then viper. (no wifi)
2. flash ruu for att, install twrp 2.7.0.2 succesfully, the viper. (no wifi)
3. flash ruu for att, install twrp 2.8.6.0, twrp recovery won't load, stuck on screen
I've read in some threads that wifi issues are because of old firmware, but I installed latest rue and didn't solve anything, and for some reason twrp 2.6.8.0 which says is for all carriers won't work in my phone. Also tried installing ARHD rom and it doesn't work either. Is there any file I need to flash for wifi to work or what are the specific steps I need to follow for it to work correctly. I did this in another HTC M8 for Sprint and had no issues at all. I appreciate your help.
*** I managed to flash 4.4.2 custom kitkat rom. Wifi works in this one. How do I go from this one to Viper M8 without messing the wifi up? In the page it says to upgrade to 5.0.1 before but how do I even do that? Not sure what I'm supposed to flash before installing Viper or where to find it. Do I also need to update TWRP before? Thanks.
Did you try the Viper thread?
Haven't found detailed instructions yet. I managed to flash a stock rom for 4.4.2 for at&t. But when I searched on the phone for an ota update to 5.0.1 it didn't find any. Then I flashed viper again but wifi didn't work. I guess I have to install stock 4.4.2 again, the install a stock update to 5.0.1 and then flash viper. I'll try this option later to see if it finally works. Have been working on this for the past 3 days.
What RUU did you run?
Did you relock the bootloader to run the RUU (required since you are s-on)?
Your hboot indicates you are still on 4.4.2 firmware, which is why WiFi is broken on 5.0 (Lollipop) ROMs. You either ran the wrong RUU, or the RUU failed to install due to unlocked bootloader.
Easiest way to update the firmware is to relock the bootloader and run the AT&T Lollipop RUU.
I downloaded ann RUU zip file for version 4.4.2 and just placed it in sdcard and asked for uptade automaticaly. I don't have the AT&T sim card, which I guess is the reason why I press software update and it says that the phone is up to date. The two ruu I found for lollipop, one says european version and the other is .exe which won't work on a mac. I really don't know if a lollipop ruu zip file of the US version even exists or if installing the European version is the same thing or if my only option is OTA update with a sim card
Finally got it to work. Long process but I'll explain what I did for anyone with the same problem. Thanks for the help everyone.
* I downloaded RUU.exe from one of the threads
* Used parallels on mac ( download free trial of software and windows 7)
* First enabled show hidden files on windows
* went to C> users> (USERNAME)> APP DATA> LOCAL > temp> (open folder just created, one with a really long list of letters)> copy rom.zip from there to mac 1.6gb file
*rename to OP6bimg.zip
* copy to sd card root
* open bootloader > hboot
* it should automatically ask to complete update, just press volume up button and it should work just fine
* now you should be in stock lollipop.
(I havrn't rooted yet, but I guess now I won't have any wifi issues when flashing custom rom)
dannygarced said:
I downloaded ann RUU zip file for version 4.4.2 and just placed it in sdcard and asked for uptade automaticaly.
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That means you are on 4.4.2 firmware. So you if you try to run any more recent version based ROMs (4.4.3, 4.4.4, 5.0, etc.) you will have broken WiFi. You need to run the 5.0 RUU to fix this.
dannygarced said:
I don't have the AT&T sim card, which I guess is the reason why I press software update and it says that the phone is up to date. d
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That is correct. AT&T is unique compared to most other versions of the M8 in that you need to be connected to AT&T's network to get the OTA updates.
dannygarced said:
I really don't know if a lollipop ruu zip file of the US version even exists or if installing the European version is the same thing
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Running the Euro RUU zip is definitely not the same thing as the AT&T RUU. The RUU checks the CID and MID of the phone. Since the CID and MID on the phone will not match what the RUU is looking for, the RUU will fail.
I haven't seen a Lollipop zip version of the RUU for AT&T.
"Unfortunately, AT&T Ready2Go has stopped." Is stuck looping on my phone.
About a year ago I rooted my phone, following these directions. (I can't yet post a link, but the first option on google when searching "how to root m8" is the site, htconeroot.com, that I used.)
This morning I noticed that my phone was not vibrating anymore no matter if I restarted the phone or what settings were applied. So I checked online to see if there was a fix, and a factory reset was recommended.
So when I got back from work today, I thought I had successfully uninstalled the root using SuperSU. Then I performed a factory reset. My phone then went into TWRP recovery which was alarming. So I rebooted the system from TWRP , then the message in the title kept popping up over and over again, so I am in a bit of a pickle. I can message and call at the moment but that is about it.
I'm thinking the problem is similar to this one someone had on a note 3, except I was trying to factory reset rather than update. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2663120
Has this happened to anyone else, and do you have any suggested fixes for resetting this phone???
Thanks in advance.
I've seen a number of cases on the M8 forums of various processes stopping with message "XXX has stopped" after a factory reset. Not sure what is causing this. But there are a variety of ways to recover.
Since you have TWRP, you can try to restore a TWRP backup of your own (if you made one) or install a stockish ROM. Those methods may be helpful if you want to retain or retrieve any personal data.
Otherwise, relock the bootloader and RUU back to full stock (RUU will wipe the phone).
redpoint73 said:
Otherwise, relock the bootloader and RUU back to full stock (RUU will wipe the phone).
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Honestly I'd be fine returning to full stock, at least for the time being, to see if the vibration problem would fix itself. But do I need to be S-OFF for RUU?
eaflook said:
But do I need to be S-OFF for RUU?
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No, and I wish folks would stop saying you need s-off to RUU (not you, but I assume you got this notion from another post/thread).
You can run the an RUU made for the AT&T M8, as long as you aren't "downgrading" to a previous version (such as Lollipop to Kitkat). For that, you need s-off; or to change the CID and run another carrier version RUU.
You do need to relock the bootloader to run RUU while s-on, with command: fastboot oem lock
Are you currently on LP or MM (what does it say for OS number on the bootloader screen)?
redpoint73 said:
No, and I wish folks would stop saying you need s-off to RUU (not you, but I assume you got this notion from another post/thread).
You can run the an RUU made for the AT&T M8, as long as you aren't "downgrading" to a previous version (such as Lollipop to Kitkat). For that, you need s-off; or to change the CID and run another carrier version RUU.
You do need to relock the bootloader to run RUU while s-on, with command: fastboot oem lock
Are you currently on LP or MM (what does it say for OS number on the bootloader screen)?
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Um... the OS line on the bootloader screen looks blank, unless I'm looking in the wrong place.
Should I do this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/help/guide-how-to-solve-soft-brick-phone-t2824193
eaflook said:
Um... the OS line on the bootloader screen looks blank, unless I'm looking in the wrong place.
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No, you're looking in the right place. Its somewhat common for OS number to be blank, its a known bug in older TWRP versions that it deletes the OS number.
What does it say for hboot number and radio number?
If the phone still on the stock ROM you originally rooted on? If so, is it Lollipop, Kitkat, etc.?
eaflook said:
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Should I do this? http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/help/guide-how-to-solve-soft-brick-phone-t2824193
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You can do that. All that "guide" describes is one way to get a ROM on an SD and flash it, which is one of the options I already suggested in Post #2 above.
But what ROM will work, somewhat depends on the info I requested above.
redpoint73 said:
What does it say for hboot number and radio number?
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hboot number-3.19.0.0000
radio [email protected]
redpoint73 said:
If the phone still on the stock ROM you originally rooted on? If so, is it Lollipop, Kitkat, etc.?
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Yes it is still on the stock root ROM. I am running Lollipop 5.0.2.
eaflook said:
hboot number-3.19.0.0000
radio [email protected]
Yes it is still on the stock root ROM. I am running Lollipop 5.0.2.
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You should be fine flashing most any ROM on the AT&T or "international" M8 development forums. Just avoid other dev sections for variants, such as the Sprint or Verizon dev sections.
Before flashing a ROM, you may want to update your TWRP version to 3.0.whatever.
Although I have to admit, I'm still on TWRP 2.8.4, and its worked fine flashing LP and MM custom ROMs. Any older than 2.8.something may cause issues.
Alternately, relock bootloader and run RUU 4.28.502.2 (Lollipop). If you want to run the Marshmallow RUU (6.20.502.5), you'll need to flash the MM firmware first, then RUU. Link that describes that process, as well as all ATT RUUs is on my Index thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2751432
redpoint73 said:
You should be fine flashing most any ROM on the AT&T or "international" M8 development forums. Just avoid other dev sections for variants, such as the Sprint or Verizon dev sections.
Before flashing a ROM, you may want to update your TWRP version to 3.0.whatever.
Although I have to admit, I'm still on TWRP 2.8.4, and its worked fine flashing LP and MM custom ROMs. Any older than 2.8.something may cause issues.
Alternately, relock bootloader and run RUU 4.28.502.2 (Lollipop). If you want to run the Marshmallow RUU (6.20.502.5), you'll need to flash the MM firmware first, then RUU. Link that describes that process, as well as all ATT RUUs is on my Index thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2751432
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Do you know how I might update TWRP from 2.7.0.2?-----Nevermind, I got it.
eaflook said:
Do you know how I might update TWRP from 2.7.0.2?-----Nevermind, I got it.
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Good practice is to post what you did (or going to do) for the benefit of others that may have the same question; or so we can verify you are on the right track.
In case others may have the same question (or you get stuck again), all TWRP versions, and instructions (recommend install with fastboot method) are here: https://twrp.me/devices/htconem8gsm.html
Software up to date issue
HI all, just got this M8 and it is an ATT Version. but I believe it is unlocked because I am using it with cricket.
When trying to update Android Tells me software is up to date ?
Android version 5.0.2
HTC Sense Version 6.0
Software Number 4.28.502.1
HTC SDK API Level
I am pretty sure that ATT has updated to Marshmallow by now / So why can't I update? I am on wifi and 4G/LTE Could it be because I am using a Cricket Sim Card in the Phone ?
I have downloaded the RUU for Marshmallow software version 6.20.502.5. Should I continue with the Manual update ?
I believe this phone was originally purchased from ATT on May of 2016 if it makes any difference , figured I post it. since it could be a newer version of HTC M8.
Also is there a way to back up my current stock rom, without Rooting phone ? Thanks for all your help.
As I cannot root my phone, because when I go into developer option and search for S-off That option is not there and I can't Continue.
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ELEVO said:
HI all, just got this M8 and it is an ATT Version. but I believe it is unlocked because I am using it with cricket.
When trying to update Android Tells me software is up to date ?
I am pretty sure that ATT has updated to Marshmallow by now / So why can't I update? I am on wifi and 4G/LTE Could it be because I am using a Cricket Sim Card in the Phone ?
That is correct, the AT&t version (and most US versions) can only OTA update if connected to the proper branded carrier (AT&T in this case). Therefore, the RUU is your best option to update.
I have downloaded the RUU for Marshmallow software version 6.20.502.5. Should I continue with the Manual update ?
You can. But you need to flash the 6.20.502.5 firmware first, before you can flash the RUU. See instructions to flash the firmware here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67123738&postcount=7
Then run the RUU. Keep in mind, that RUU will wipe the phone. So backup your data to an off-phone location (cloud, computer, etc.) before RUU.
Also is there a way to back up my current stock rom, without Rooting phone ? The current Lollipop ROM? No, there will be no way to revert to LP by official means, once you RUU to Marshmallow. I doubt you will find the need or desire to "downgrade" to obsolete LP version. If for some reason you did want to, there are options, but would require unlocking the bootloader (to install custom recovery and flash a Lollipop ROM), or s-off (which would allow you to "downgrade" by RUU - which is not allowed with s-on).
As I cannot root my phone, because when I go into developer option and search for S-off That option is not there and I can't Continue.
You are misunderstanding a couple things:
1) s-off is not a setting in Developer Options. s-off can only be obtained with sunshine app ($25)
2) You don't need s-off to root this device. Simply unlock the bootloader, install TWRP, and flash SuperSU to root
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Thanks for the detailed reply, really helpful and greatly appreciated :good:
Two more Questions, Can I upgrade to an official DEV Edition RUU on this ATT Device? or would I have to use a Custom Dev ROM ? as I am trying to Tether with my phone, just like my official Developer HTC M8 I purchased in 2014 , Seems AT&T phone wont allow me to Tether ?
Also once I flash firmware and upgrade to official RUU will need to Unlock and Root Loader? Will doing upgrading to official Marshmallow Relock bootloader and Un Root Phone ? Back to Stock ? Thanks again, I will be attempting this pretty soon. Thanks again
For the Record, I have made a back up of my Lollipop via TWRK. I also backed it up using Titanium back up, just in case.
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ELEVO said:
Thanks for the detailed reply, really helpful and greatly appreciated :good:
You're welcome. Always happy to help!
Two more Questions, Can I upgrade to an official DEV Edition RUU on this ATT Device?
You can't flash the Dev Edition RUU with s-on. Even though the versions are very similar (same model ID - MID) the two versions have different carrier ID (CID). Wrong carrier ID will make the Dev Ed RUU fail, by definition. And the only way to change CID is with s-off. Further, its not really necessary to flash the Dev Ed RUU (and not worth spending money of s-off) to accomplish what you want (see more below)
or would I have to use a Custom Dev ROM ? as I am trying to Tether with my phone, just like my official Developer HTC M8 I purchased in 2014 , Seems AT&T phone wont allow me to Tether ?
Its correct that the AT&T stock ROM disables tethering. Flashing most custom ROMs (or the Dev Ed ROM) will enable tethering - as well as remove annoying AT&T branding and bloat apps. Flashing the Dev Ed RUU is not necessary to accomplish this.
Also once I flash firmware and upgrade to official RUU will need to Unlock and Root Loader? Will doing upgrading to official Marshmallow Relock bootloader and Un Root Phone ? Back to Stock ? Thanks again, I will be attempting this pretty soon. Thanks again
You need to relock the bootloader in order to flash firmware and RUU (command: fastboot oem lock). Once the RUU is complete, the phone will be on a fully stock "factory" image. So you will be unrooted. You will also be back to stock recovery (no longer have TWRP installed). From there, what you want to do:
1) Unlock the bootloader again. Either use the same unlock bin code you used to unlock BL before. Or get a new code from HTCDev.com
2) Flash TWRP back to the phone with fastboot. TWRP 3.0.2 is recommended for compatibility with MM firmware.
3) Flash the desired custom ROM. The custom ROM will be rooted (if you flash the Dev Ed ROM, you can select root in the AROMA installer).
For the Record, I have made a back up of my Lollipop via TWRK. I also backed it up using Titanium back up, just in case.
Always good to make backups. Although be aware, that RUU will wipe the phone, including internal storage. So if you picked internal storage as your backup location, you'll want to move/copy to another location (removable SD is okay, otherwise to computer or cloud).
Also note that restoring app data (as well as call logs, SMS) using Titanium, after RUU or ROM flash should be okay. But don't restore any system data, as this can cause problems.
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Ok i came back to this old post. I forgot all about it, it really is helping me alot.
My questioin is after i Relock the bootloader can i do a factory wipe? will this remove everything from my phone and bring it back to stock?
I relocked my phone, but all my apps and contacts are their.
Bricked ?
ELEVO said:
Ok i came back to this old post. I forgot all about it, it really is helping me alot.
My questioin is after i Relock the bootloader can i do a factory wipe? will this remove everything from my phone and bring it back to stock?
I relocked my phone, but all my apps and contacts are their.
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I think i may have bricked my phone? I went and installed an RUU firmware file for Marshmallow as most instruct to do via Fastboot. All went well, installation completed and i was able to send command to phone to reboot. when it tried to reboot. white screen with HTC Comes on and then goes almost black with a very light dark grey background.
Phone would not reboot into anything but dark screen. even when i restarted it with power button. the only thing that worked for me, was Holding Down Power/Volume and quickly hit the volume down button before device would vibrate to reboot, that took me into recovery. Below is what i see in Recovery.
Phone now has new software
***RELOCKED***
m8_UL_CA PVT SHIP S-ON
HBOOT-3.1.0.0000
RADIO-4.0 [email protected]
OpenDSP-V56.2.2-00593-M8974_FO.0126
0S-6.20.502.5
eMMC-boot 2048MB
APR 14 2016,19:39:46.0
HBOOT
<Vol UP> to previous item
<Vol Down> to next item
<Power> to select item
FASTBOOT
RECOVERY
FACTORY RESET
SIMLOCK
CHECK SMARTSD
IMAGE CRC
SHOW BARCODE
I was able to run and "IMAGE CRC" via boot loader. it gave me alot of numbers after calculating. not sure if that is a good sign ?
Things I've tried in Recovery.
1. Recovery goes back to black screen.
2. SHOW BARCODE Works- 3 bar codes showed up.
3. Fastboot works. but when i try command "adb devices" it says list of devices attached. but nothing shows up
4. Tried to do a factory reset and tries to do it, then a black phone pops up on screen with green arrow sgoing in circles for like 10 seconds. then reboots to dark screen.
Please Help :crying: Thanks
Can anyone help me with this? I bought the phone with me on vacation and now using an HTC Developer Edition that the button down doesn't work and Volume down button us sunk in But at least i have my phone with all my contacts and apps , For now ?
I would like to know if i can unbrick my other HTC . Thanks.
Late in responding, as I was on work travel myself, and not on XDA for over a week.
ELEVO said:
I think i may have bricked my phone?
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It's basically impossible for you to do anything with an s-on M8 that will actually brick it. That is the good thing about s-on.
ELEVO said:
I went and installed an RUU firmware file for Marshmallow as most instruct to do via Fastboot. All went well, installation completed and i was able to send command to phone to reboot. when it tried to reboot. white screen with HTC Comes on and then goes almost black with a very light dark grey background.
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I think you only flashed the firmware.zip and not the RUU. Based on the condition here, and your other thread you created here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/help/htc-one-e-m8-fastboot-issues-t3757628
I clearly described above to flash the firmware.zip then the RUU. They are 2 completely different things. Firmware is about 80 MB and only contains hboot, radio, and a few other things. RUU is a full image that is 1.5 GB.
No boot after flashing signed firmware is normal, as it expects the RUU to be run afterwards.
ELEVO said:
Fastboot works. but when i try command "adb devices" it says list of devices attached. but nothing shows up
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adb doesn't work in fastboot mode. Only fastboot commands will work in fastboot mode. You can only use adb when booted to OS (not an option for you, obviously) or alternately in custom recovery TWRP. So what you describe (adb not working) is normal and expected.
However, fastboot is enough to get the phone working from the described condition.