Dell Venue 8 7840 - Can't root (any help appreciated) - Dell Venue

Hey all, I've tried to use various methods found here and elsewhere to root this tablet, with no luck.
I just got it from BB, and updated to the very latest (with Stagefright) ... now trying to use the Intel Flash Lite Tool with droidboot? FAIL Try using the Fastboot Tethered Recovery Launcher? FAIL
Did I screw myself by updating to the latest OS beforehand? Is there any way to get root now? Thanks all!

I had the exact same problem yesterday, and after a bunch of reading it's my understanding that there is no way at the moment to root an uprooted 7840 with the stage fright fix. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.
Hopefully someone will be able to figure out how to root this soon. It's a nice little tablet.

Having (successfully) gone through the anxious moments of removing root, downgrading, then restoring 5.1 to install the Stagefright fix, I would recommend that you seriously reconsider whether or not you absolutely need root. It's highly likely that any future patches, or even a possible Android v6 (?) upgrade, will not install if your device is rooted - so you'll have to wait until some kind soul finds a possible way to unroot.

as we have the possibility to unlock the bootloader since 5.1, there might be a good chance that a permanent CWM recovery (and therefore installing/uninstalling root with a few clicks) is possible. I've never compiled CWM before, but as there are plently of good tutorials and even a CWM builder tool,i'll give it a try the next days. Let's see how far we get.
The old tethered boot method won't work because you'd have to reverse to 5.01 droidboot and system.img for rooting, which would most likely mess up your system.

So is the consensus here that we can not root on the latest 5.1? Running the Intel phone flasher all it does it attempt to detect the device and fail. I only really need to root so I can adjust left/right audio balance since my hearing is a bit messed up so anything anyone can give me here would be appreciated.

ziemas said:
I had the exact same problem yesterday, and after a bunch of reading it's my understanding that there is no way at the moment to root an uprooted 7840 with the stage fright fix. Someone please correct me if I'm wrong.
Hopefully someone will be able to figure out how to root this soon. It's a nice little tablet.
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There is a means of doing it, but you do not truly have all the pieces of the sg update. If you're adventuresome, it's fine. I'm looking at a couple of issues already. They're not show stoppers, but they wouldn't have happened.
As systemless root grows, that may be a future possibility as well.

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[Q] Downgrading from JB to ICS

Hi Guys,
I've skimmed around this forum for the last few days and gone through some of the posts regarding getting JB on my TF201 and after a couple of days using it and being really unsatisfied with it I've decided I really want to downgrade back to ICS.
I've searched but the scenarios regarding downgrades don't really seem to match my own circumstances. My device isn't unlocked, was rooted through "DebugfsRoot" and then updated to JB using the guides from the forums.
I've attempted putting "WW_epad-user-9.4.2.28" on the root of my MicroSD card to use the "!" triangle method. JB does recognise this as an attempt to downgrade and warns me approriately about losing everything on the tablet which isn't an issue. The downgrade seems to proceed, Andy whirs away and various progress bars complete. Upon rebooting though there is no change to the device whatsoever and JB is still on there.
I've tried copying the blob from that zip onto the device itself and using Terminal Emulator to force the tablet to downgrade to that on the next reboot. The same process happens and there's no change to the tablet upon rebooting.
Has anyone tried this successfully yet? Or will I perhaps have to attempt unlocking the device to get a new ROM on there? I don't know if I'm overlooking something simple but any help would be greatly appreciated!
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Hi Guys,
I've skimmed around this forum for the last few days and gone through some of the posts regarding getting JB on my TF201 and after a couple of days using it and being really unsatisfied with it I've decided I really want to downgrade back to ICS.
I've searched but the scenarios regarding downgrades don't really seem to match my own circumstances. My device isn't unlocked, was rooted through "DebugfsRoot" and then updated to JB using the guides from the forums.
I've attempted putting "WW_epad-user-9.4.2.28" on the root of my MicroSD card to use the "!" triangle method. JB does recognise this as an attempt to downgrade and warns me approriately about losing everything on the tablet which isn't an issue. The downgrade seems to proceed, Andy whirs away and various progress bars complete. Upon rebooting though there is no change to the device whatsoever and JB is still on there.
I've tried copying the blob from that zip onto the device itself and using Terminal Emulator to force the tablet to downgrade to that on the next reboot. The same process happens and there's no change to the tablet upon rebooting.
Has anyone tried this successfully yet? Or will I perhaps have to attempt unlocking the device to get a new ROM on there? I don't know if I'm overlooking something simple but any help would be greatly appreciated!
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I've had the same experience and it's very frustrating. My devices is even unlocked and that doesn't help.
@skaforey
if your device is unlocked you should be able to change the recovery system and then use the new recovery to load any image you want onto the device.
@Lolatron
yeah, I've been reading and trying various things the last few days too, but it seems there is no way to downgrade from JB back to ICS with a locked device.
There are a few things I enjoy on JB (like the fixed IO problems of the dock that make the sdcard slot finally useable), but I'm really missing my root acess that got wiped with JB. I'll probably unlock it if we can't find a way to regain root in the next few weeks.
Root access wasn't an issue for me, even after numerous wipes and resets I've kept that and have carried on as normal.
For me it's sluggishness (after a factory reset) on the launcher, huge frame rate drops on games, my Chrome bookmarks no longer syncing and absolutely horrible touch screen keyboard response. Overall it's a huge step down from the previous update, it's just a poor user experience.
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@skaforey
if your device is unlocked you should be able to change the recovery system and then use the new recovery to load any image you want onto the device.
@Lolatron
yeah, I've been reading and trying various things the last few days too, but it seems there is no way to downgrade from JB back to ICS with a locked device.
There are a few things I enjoy on JB (like the fixed IO problems of the dock that make the sdcard slot finally useable), but I'm really missing my root acess that got wiped with JB. I'll probably unlock it if we can't find a way to regain root in the next few weeks.
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You cant revert back to the ICS bootloader once you have flashed the newer JB bootloader, unless of course you have done your NVFlash backups.
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You cant revert back to the ICS bootloader once you have flashed the newer JB bootloader, unless of course you have done your NVFlash backups.
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Awww man, I feel foolish for not knowing what NVFlash is... safe to assume I haven't done that! Ahh well... hopefully time might bring a solution along, gotta put up with this for the time being then. Thanks for the info!

Very Frustrated (Cannot root Dopo em63) no root programs can access permissions

I just got a dopo 7" tablet from a relative and for the life of me cannot get it to root. I have been at it since 3-4pm (its 11:10 now) and no matter what
apk or .bat rootkit, or windows root exe i have tried from old guides and some new ("can root ANY android device 2014!!!") to youtube videos.
Yes I have the correct driver thanks to vroot downloading it.
i have unknown sources checked
debugging checked
tablet never sleeps/screen never shuts off
have it plugged into laptop via the cable the tablet came with usb to micro
root master apk failed
suggested root-rk29 tab rootkit each step it tried it could not find any of the necessary files needed on my tablet
(even after 3 restarts and 3 different methods)
vroot will try to restore data like the programs steps shows but as soon as it says restore started it immediately says restore ended and it gives an X in the circle and wants me to retry (tried 4 times)
tried doomlordz v4 rootkit and same as other rootkit it says the files arnt found and does the alternative methods and SAYS its completed but root checker still says its not
tried key root master mentions something about a cloud program but never roots
superoneclick becomes unresponsive for 20mins and does nothing so i have to end task (some says it freezes their phone/tablet) but my tablet acts like nothing is happening
I have tried googling multiple times only to find results related to 9" version (i assume newer)
So if ANYone knows a 95% guaranteed program/guide or something I would very much like to see it cause I have about reached my limit of patience on this thing
Please keep the guide simple as I have 0 knowledge on rooting other than reading up why I would want it or the common steps which did not work obviously...
What version of android does it have, 4.1.1 or 4.2.2? I have the same tablet and have been trying for about 6 weeks to root it. Mine came with 4.2.2. I have read that the 4.1.1 version has been successfully rooted. First off, you said that root master suggested root-rk29 tab but it wouldn't work. The reason is that rk29 is for a rockchip SoC and the em63 has an amlogic 8726-mx SoC. I have tried just about every root method I can find, both manual, oneclick, apk, and Windows scripts with no luck. I am hesitant to try modifying some of the methods because if something goes wrong chances of recovering aren't good. As far as I know, there's no way to create a backup of the firmware without root. I have talked with tech support at DoPo and to get a copy of the firmware I have to send in a microsd and they will put a copy on it. Of course after rooting the warranty will be void and I will no longer be able to receive support, but I'm not too concerned with that. Anyway, for now it looks like the best shot I have at rooting this thing is to modify the firmware and flash it. When I get a copy of the Rom I'd be happy to give you a copy. If you find a way in the meantime to root it please let me know.
If anyone else has any ideas or if someone with the 4.1.1 firmware could provide a copy I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks.
nerd1026 said:
What version of android does it have, 4.1.1 or 4.2.2? I have the same tablet and have been trying for about 6 weeks to root it. Mine came with 4.2.2. I have read that the 4.1.1 version has been successfully rooted. First off, you said that root master suggested root-rk29 tab but it wouldn't work. The reason is that rk29 is for a rockchip SoC and the em63 has an amlogic 8726-mx SoC. I have tried just about every root method I can find, both manual, oneclick, apk, and Windows scripts with no luck. I am hesitant to try modifying some of the methods because if something goes wrong chances of recovering aren't good. As far as I know, there's no way to create a backup of the firmware without root. I have talked with tech support at DoPo and to get a copy of the firmware I have to send in a microsd and they will put a copy on it. Of course after rooting the warranty will be void and I will no longer be able to receive support, but I'm not too concerned with that. Anyway, for now it looks like the best shot I have at rooting this thing is to modify the firmware and flash it. When I get a copy of the Rom I'd be happy to give you a copy. If you find a way in the meantime to root it please let me know.
If anyone else has any ideas or if someone with the 4.1.1 firmware could provide a copy I would greatly appreciate it. Thanks.
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yup 4.2.2 so in the end till i see a working method im giving this 1 to my younger sibling and getting the nexus 7... hopefully itll be an easier and less stressful time. hope you get it to work.
I figured it was the updated version. They seem to have patched the updated version so most root methods won't work. It's good from a security standpoint, but I wish they would provide a way to root if that's what you want to do. It's a tablet, not a phone so locking it into one provider isn't an issue. Anyway, I'm sure you'll be happy with the nexus 7. That's what I have and I'm very happy with it. There's tons of support and custom roms. Rooting it is super easy too. I used wug's toolkit and I had it rooted, did a nandroid backup and installed twrp recovery in about 30 min. If you do happen to root the em63, or get a copy of the 4.1.1 Rom, please let me know. If anyone else has any ideas, or anything, please post. Thanks.
Hope this helps! I got it!
I hope this helps the EM63 users!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gen...uble-power-em63-7-4-2-2-t2811412/post54045765
I was able to root my Gigabyte em63 with Root Genius with no problems.
I'm trying to find if anyone has a rom or if someone has gotten twrp for this model. My internal memory became unmounted or something because my total space is 0bytes making it impossible to do anything. Boots up in factory everytime and I can't install any apps.
Anyone have any luck?
Stock Firmware for Emdoor EM63
donbwhite said:
I was able to root my Gigabyte em63 with Root Genius with no problems.
I'm trying to find if anyone has a rom or if someone has gotten twrp for this model. My internal memory became unmounted or something because my total space is 0bytes making it impossible to do anything. Boots up in factory everytime and I can't install any apps.
Anyone have any luck?
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Envizen has the stock firmware for the EM63 posted on there site. I don't know if it will work on the Gigabyte branded tablet but it does work for the Apex branded one without a problem. Just Google search for the Envision website and look for the EM63.

[Q] Root for LG Destiny (LG l21g / aka lgl21g) Tracfone / Straight Talk

Hi Everyone,
Wanted to know if anyone has already figured out or through a different method, can help me root my phone.
It's an LG phone under GSM technology by TracFone for Walmart Straight Talk service. the Model is "LG l21g" or "lgl21g".
It is specifically running Android 5.0.1
I've learned it's better to follow a root process specifically made for the exact model of your phone. But since TracFones lack much in rooting fame, I'm hoping that there is a safe method used to provide basic root access to phones/devices that have the respective OS. For which in my case is version 5.0.1
I am new to rooting but not computers in general. I have searched for quite a while for a way to root my device by model. I've found nothing, and AndroidArea51 seemed to have a little success, but are not sharing a clear tutorial sadly. But I am skeptical about 1 click root apps and how they may tend root the device for a few months before unrooting automatically and then forcing the device owner to pay to root again. You know, the old regular malicious hijacking software you can't get rid of without a hard reset or what not.
I am also aware of locked bootloaders but am not sure of what it means for my request to root. Should i unlock mine if it is locked in order to root? Or is it unnecessary unless i want to flash a new rom onto my device? I've obviously read things online, but am still learning the relationships of all these things
I greatly appreciate all your time and help in anyway you can.
Thanks.
I used kingroot for a successful root on my LG destiny. Im hoping for recovery and roms soon but I don't know if any devs are intersted in our phone.
Failbringer60 said:
I used kingroot for a successful root on my LG destiny. Im hoping for recovery and roms soon but I don't know if any devs are intersted in our phone.
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hey Failbringer60,
Hope your holidays were great and thanks for your comment. I am very skeptical of software such as kingroot and iroot and others of the same nature that are usually one-click root types. Though i'm not against using it if it's the only way to root less popular devices such as ours, i would rather have a little tutorial/guide on how to use the app/software to root the device then get rid of that app and its bloatware (and any other malicious ware that comes from it) and sustain a more honest or reliable superuser app/access to more precisely control the permissions that apps from the app store demand before download and use.
I have seen in other forums where users find that these one-click root apps aren't so trustworthy after a few months, and the device doesn't adhere to them as it did before. It's these kinds of things that sort of scare me. but if you are aware of a way to use these apps to gain root access and then a way to get rid of them while keeping root on my device safely, I would be more than glad to learn.
I am very new to rooting android devices since i've never done it before. and am trying to use my knowlegde from some PC maintenince to understand these things. so i hope that you can excuse me for not fully understand some things. But i am open to any help that can be spared.
Thanks in advance
hi
try kingroot on playmarket it worked in my tablert, only takes some minutes if you are lucky
Thanks.
thewildnative said:
hey Failbringer60,
Hope your holidays were great and thanks for your comment. I am very skeptical of software such as kingroot and iroot and others of the same nature that are usually one-click root types. Though i'm not against using it if it's the only way to root less popular devices such as ours, i would rather have a little tutorial/guide on how to use the app/software to root the device then get rid of that app and its bloatware (and any other malicious ware that comes from it) and sustain a more honest or reliable superuser app/access to more precisely control the permissions that apps from the app store demand before download and use.
I have seen in other forums where users find that these one-click root apps aren't so trustworthy after a few months, and the device doesn't adhere to them as it did before. It's these kinds of things that sort of scare me. but if you are aware of a way to use these apps to gain root access and then a way to get rid of them while keeping root on my device safely, I would be more than glad to learn.
I am very new to rooting android devices since i've never done it before. and am trying to use my knowlegde from some PC maintenince to understand these things. so i hope that you can excuse me for not fully understand some things. But i am open to any help that can be spared.
Thanks in advance
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Thanks, I hope your holidays were great as well. I understand your reasoning for concern. I haven't been able to successfully use supersu to handle root operations. Busybox will not install correctly either for me. I have successfully achieved root access though through kingroot. I don't remember the version I used but it has been rooted for well over 2 months with zero issues. I have replaced my bootanimations without bootloops as well.
I am currently trying to romdump and pull device tree to see if I can get a KDZ created or ported. As I am trying to get twrp recovery installed. And I think the only way for that to happen is to get to 5.1. But to answer any doubt. My experience with kingroot has been okay. Also rootchecker apps confirm root as well.
Failbringer60 said:
Thanks, I hope your holidays were great as well. I understand your reasoning for concern. I haven't been able to successfully use supersu to handle root operations. Busybox will not install correctly either for me. I have successfully achieved root access though through kingroot. I don't remember the version I used but it has been rooted for well over 2 months with zero issues. I have replaced my bootanimations without bootloops as well.
I am currently trying to romdump and pull device tree to see if I can get a KDZ created or ported. As I am trying to get twrp recovery installed. And I think the only way for that to happen is to get to 5.1. But to answer any doubt. My experience with kingroot has been okay. Also rootchecker apps confirm root as well.
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Thanks for your reply. I apologize for not being able to understand all the technical jargon when it comes to the android platform, but as i ask questions, i can pick up on it fairly quickly.
For now i take it that you are still figuring out a way to backup your android system, since the only offer the LG Destiny has, is to back up your data to google cloud. It seems that either tracfone devices took that ability away (since i think that any computer like device should have a recovery system - though i could be wrong) or it is a flaw in android 5.0.1 which is what our devices are running.
I take it that you are "romdump"-ing to kinda like create a clone in a storage space which you can turn into a recovery rom in case the device messes up - i think.
I'm glad to hear that Kingroot worked for you. I would like to try it too but i would first love to back up my system entirely so that if a noob like me does mess up, i haven't completely lost everything.
Can i ask you if you are able to delete/uninstall bloatware from your Destiny now that you have it rooted. But you say that you are not able to install supersu (which i assume is software that lets you control your device with admin rights)? Reading things online, i've come to see that kingroot has a supersu type of software, but that it's inferior or malicous or something, hence why people are trying to install supersu in replacement. I may be missing some facts there, but i'm always see a relationship between the two.
Would you lose your root access, or ability to remove bloatware and control other app permissions if you removed kingroot? Or is it supersu that retains the root access that kingroot achieved, but people are ridding their devices of kingroot because kingroot inevitably introduces its own bloatware at the price of a rooted device?
Sorry to sound all over the place. I've just seen a consistent connection between kingroot and supersu online everywhere i look. I've never seen how either of these apps work on a device once installed, but i do know that people are always using supersu right after using kingroot.
Exactly, for the LG leon user they got the update to 5.1 which enabled them to unlock the bootloader and flash a custom recovery for the ability to back up the rom. As for us Destiny users I think we aren't going to ever get anything but root for a while. And yes kingroot does install its own bloat ware. And I have removed all the stock bloatware that came with my phone.
Failbringer60 said:
Exactly, for the LG leon user they got the update to 5.1 which enabled them to unlock the bootloader and flash a custom recovery for the ability to back up the rom. As for us Destiny users I think we aren't going to ever get anything but root for a while. And yes kingroot does install its own bloat ware. And I have removed all the stock bloatware that came with my phone.
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Hi Failbringer60,
Were you able to somehow successfully backup your Destiny's rom to use as a recovery source? I myself just went through a whole lot of folly and have practically lost my device. I believe my spoiled Destiny is soft-bricked. It will not boot past the LG logo screen. I don't think it's looping since it doesn't fade to black and return repetitively. It's just frozen on that screen. Now i'm diving deep and reading a whole lot more about such problems and solutions, and am learning much more. But sadly, the design Tracfone has left the Destiny (and most likely it's other android models alike) is quite handicapped. I've come to understand that there is absolutely no boot menu with particular options you'd normally find in flagship models, and recovery only works if, well, if the device still works (as far as i've tried everything i know). Part of that recovery would make sense if content was the only concern. Though any system based malfunction is merely a complete loss. I have yet to download and try a few pc applications that others use to connect to their android devices. But since needing exact phone/model firmware or system image backup to fix many android issues are what these pc applications use, and LG having completely omitted the lgl21g model from all their lists on their site (except for the product landing page of course), I have no idea how it would help my situation. For all I've said, i may stand corrected, since i have yet to attempt the revival of my device.
So i hope no one gets annoyed when i ask weird questions, but i'll do what i can and document my findings. If you or anyone else may know how to help me, I would very much appreciate it. If you need more info from me. let me know.
Thanks.

[Q] ZTE n9520 brick recovery

OK, so here is the situation. My ZTE n9520 is/was rooted, however, it also had an update available for a while. I chose not to update it though due to the fact that it was not worth it at the time. I ended up changing devices and gave the ZTE to my other half to use since it was better than theirs. Without thinking, or asking, they did the OTA update and it seriously screwed up the device since it was rooted and thus the partitions were changed. Now it only boots to the system recovery screen due to the update and root conflicting. I hope everyone's with me so far. If I had a computer, I could connect it and go through the lovely process of fixing it that way. As luck would have it, I do not have a computer and it is no longer under warranty. Does anyone know of any way possible that I can fix this without a computer? I actually dropped the phone I am using and it broke, like into a thousand pieces and I have need of the ZTE. Please help me out, your my only hope my good people.
I see a lot of views, but nothing posted. Please help me out.
Any chance someone has an idea how to fix this?
I actually tried that already. A few times. Since it was rooted when the OTA update was performed, the partitions were changed and that is what caused all of this to happen. I appreciate your advice though.
Would anyone else possibly have an idea on how to fix this?
I take it I am SOL with this since no one else will reply?
Would it be possible to download the stock ROM for this onto an SD card and put it into the ZTE n9520 and go through the recovery that way?
So still no possible answer?
Would anyone have a possible answer to this?
I may get yelled at for this, but would getting a copy of the stock recovery or possible stock ROM for the ZTE possibly work? I am trying anything I can and am coming up short all around. I was hoping I would have gotten more information by this point. I know this thread is oldish, but I really don't have the money for a new one and am still without a computer at the moment.
Would anyone happen to know if there is a way to fix the partitions on the device without a computer?
Small question... Would it be possible to flash the partition without a computer? Or TWRP or CWM? I saw somewhere about an Android 4.1 partition flash and was wondering if there was a way to flash/fix the partition without a PC?
I just recently ran into this problem and was able to fix it.
I know this thread is old but better late than never. Perhaps you still need to fix your ZTE Max after all this time.
Here are two links that will fix your problem.
The first is to "unbrick" it. This is really just to install a custom recovery so that you can flash a working rom. It also allows you to flash some stuff that is supposed to fix the partitioning. (Though i dont think that is actually your problem. I think you are just in a bootloop, but for me flashing a normal stock rom through recovery failed.)
Unbrick:
HTML:
http://androidforums.com/threads/tool-alpha-zte-max-unbrick-tool-need-testers.836089/
Roms/Partition Fixes:
HTML:
http://androidforums.com/threads/zte-max-stock-b06-4-4-2-deodexed-custom-and-unmodified.896210/
The unbrick tool requires you to burn a file to a CD and boot your computer with it. I just tried it on my bricked ZTE Max and it works perfectly.
After that just download the rom/fixes you need, put em on an SD card, and flash em through the newly installed custom recovery.
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Clarification

Warning: Potentially long post ahead with mini-intro/rant
Hi XDA! I'm a noob new user/newbie when it comes to rooting. I have some (little) experience with jailbreaking my iPhone previously (It turned out very well), when the guy I paid to do so practically bricked my old one (SHEESH, you can't count on other people to do these things, better do them yourself) but have not tackled rooting Android devices yet.
I have a 3rd gen Kindle Fire HDX 7" (Thor).
Don't get me wrong, I love my Kindle. It's been an awesome pal for the past two years, aside from the loose charging port, the lack of interesting stuff on the Amazon appstore, and the inability to change or customize YOUR device, I decided it was time to "get my feet wet". I've been coming back to these forums over the past few months, in hopes of finding a root for 4.5.5.2 but I'd always chicken out in fear of bricking it. Eventually, I learned that to root, I need to rollback to a certain firmware.
OKAY, so I've done a little reading here and there in the past two hours (or more) and have gathered the following information so far (if there's something worth clarifying or expounding, please do!):
Point 1: The steps are, in order: Rollback to 3.2.8, upgrade to 4.5.2, root, block OTA, install Safestrap v4, and (optional) flash custom ROM.
My options are CM11 and Nexus 4 as of the moment (from what I've seen on these forums, but CM11 has been discontinued[????] and there's a newer version of HDX Nexus ROM v4 called Fire Nexus ROM somewhere if I'm not mistaken)
Question: Which do you suggest? CM11 or Nexus 4? What are the pros and cons of each?
Point 2: I understand that I need to download everything in advance and store them in a unique folder so that it'd be easier for me later on.
Question: Do you recommend that I factory reset my Kindle before anything else and THEN download everything I need in preparation? Won't these downloads be deleted/removed if I rollback my device to 3.2.8? I'm planning on creating a backup of these files on my PC in case something goes wrong or missing.
Point 3: I saw something that said
It was only tested with 14.4.5.2, but should also work with 13.4.5.2.
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Question: What's the difference between 14.4.5.2 and 13.4.5.2? I haven't dug deep enough in the forums to know if there's an answer to the question, but I made this thread to clear up everything I'm unsure of.
Point 4: Before anything, I know I've got to understand the basics of ADB before even attempting any of this (like commands and such). In one of the threads, I saw this:
"Install minimal adb + fastboot......"
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Question: What's the difference between minimal adb versus the whole package/thing? Shouldn't it be better to just download or install the full thing (no matter how big the file/program/application is)? What are the pros and cons?
YES, I know I have to understand what USB debug means and/or how to enable it. (I bookmarked an article for further reading soon, but already have enabled the setting within my device).
Other things I've gathered so far:
-Always have a copy of ES File Explorer along with other important files.
Never perform a factory reset unless specifically advised to do so by someone experienced with HDX devices....
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-Use a Windows PC/laptop. I'm using a mac, which is basically useless for games and the like not ideal when rooting. (Tiny question. Do I really need to install Linux/Ubuntu even if I can use someone's Windows PC/lappy to root?
-To root successfully, I've got to enable mock locations from developer options (already did).
-Before installing/flashing custom ROMS, I need to make a backup of the stock ROM.
CONCERNS:
Known issues regarding safestrap include secondary slots which boot but the WiFi module doesn't load (Which means I have to flash Nexus v4 to the STOCK SLOT for now [?????] is there any workaround for this? Because from what I've read so far, tampering with the stock is a big NO-NO unless you know what you're doing or in this case, "...unless I know what I'm doing.".) Or at least any reassurance? A safe, fool-proof way of doing this without at least bricking my device (likely)?
That's all I've got so far. I've compiled everything the basic things I need to know in a notepad, from steps and instructions, to tuts and download links.
Apologies for my english, this is not my native language
Thanks to whoever can answer some of my questions! Cheers and good day :laugh:
Don't even think about using safestrap, it might as well be a death trap if u brick ur device ur screwed. The best thing u could do is downgrade to 3.2.8 https://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/rollback-13-3-2-8-rollback-ota-captured-t3046204 unlock your bootloader https://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/thor-unlocking-bootloader-firmware-t3463982 (maybe get a tech savvy friend to help u with that one) it looks hard but it's actually very simple the way he explains it makes it more difficult than it really is. And if you want a stable rom with good user customization I'd get cm11. Also u don't really have to upgrade to 4.5.2 everything works great starting out from 3.2.8
CocoBun said:
Don't even think about using safestrap, it might as well be a death trap if u brick ur device ur screwed. The best thing u could do is downgrade to 3.2.8 https://forum.xda-developers.com/ki...lback-13-3-2-8-rollback-ota-captured-t3046204 unlock your bootloader https://forum.xda-developers.com/kindle-fire-hdx/general/thor-unlocking-bootloader-firmware-t3463982 (maybe get a tech savvy friend to help u with that one) it looks hard but it's actually very simple the way he explains it makes it more difficult than it really is. And if you want a stable rom with good user customization I'd get cm11. Also u don't really have to upgrade to 4.5.2 everything works great starting out from 3.2.8
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Agreed. Be sure to stay off the network while on 3.2.8; if the device takes an OTA update it WILL brick with no possible recovey. Use TowelRoot to root; quick/reliable on FireOS v3. No need to update to 4.5.2; doing so adds risk/complexity with no corresponding benefit.
KingOroot PC edition (yes KingORoot not Kingroot) will root 4.5.5.2 in less than a minute, used it very recently having previously rooted 4.5.5.1 with Kingroot. In both case unlock the bootloader flashed twrp and put nexus ROM on without issue
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KingOroot PC edition (yes KingORoot not Kingroot) will root 4.5.5.2 in less than a minute, used it very recently having previously rooted 4.5.5.1 with Kingroot. In both case unlock the bootloader flashed twrp and put nexus ROM on without issue
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Yes, kingOroot was previously identified as a potential root solution for 4.5.5.2. Sometimes it works...other times not. Kinda like KingRoot on the 5th gen Fire. When it fails the leftovers can be onerous to deal with on unrooted device. If root is secured I recommend immediately unlocking the bootloader following by a comprehensive wipe before flashing a custom ROM. KingOroot does not enjoy a stellar reputation.

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