what should be seen in fastboot devices? - Android Software/Hacking General [Developers Only]

installed adb and fastboot inorder to mod a HTC Dream,
adb devices gives a response when I use it,
when I power into the fastboot and connect the phone
fastboot devices gives nothing, just returns to prompt, no error messages, but no devices listed
running fastboot gives the command list
can I assume fastboot is running correctly even though it doesn't give me a device list?
hmmm, no replies, maybe I'm the only one who doesn't know this,
but, how can I check that fastboot is actually connecting to the phone, and if it should show devices and doesn't how can I check whats wrong?

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[Q] Fastboot problem

hello,
I'm hoping someone here can help me sort out my current problem.
I've been trying to root so I can install the latest ICS port, but having problems at the Fastboot screen.
I apologize in advance if some of the references/names I'm using are incorrect.
So, I had originally unlocked my Nexus S sometime early this year. When I restart the phone, the "unlocked" lock picture shows up under the "Google" words, and when I go into fastboot mode, the Lock State is Unlocked.
I'm running 2.3.6 right now on the Tmobile version of the phone.
When the phone is on (not in fastboot mode), I can execute ADB commands and the device is recognized. As soon as I go into fastboot it isn't.
I'm running 64bit Win 7, and I have gone through the various threads that have listed this issue, and installed PDA Net drivers and still there is no solution.
In Fastboot mode, while connected to computer under device manager, it shows up under Universal Serial Bus Controllers as an Unknown Device... I'm unable to update any drivers for it, and even when I try to manually update the drivers by going to the PDANet drivers it does not allow it.
When the phone is on in regular mode in device manager it shows up as Android Phone and within that it has a listing called Android Composite ADB Interface.
As mentioned above, when phone on in regular mode everything is detected.
I installed clockwork app from market, assuming that the phone was "rooted" based on the "unlock state" in fastboot mode, but it immediately says that phone needs to be rooted because it was unable to find SuperUser file etc etc.
I've spent the better part of a few days trying to figure this out by checking all sorts of links, but I haven't found a solution. The main issue is that the phone is not being recognized when in fastboot mode when connected by USB. And I'm unable to install the proper drivers for fastboot mode.
Hopefully this makes sense, and someone can provide some insight.
Thanks in advance!
I'm not positive about this but couldn't you adb push the su binary and apk? I don't own the Nexus but I would think since its unlocked you could just push the files. If this would work I would think it's just a temporary solution to allow superuser permission. As I understand it, fastboot is the preferred method for the Nexus.
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Did you try a fastboot command like fastboot devices?
Don't know if this applies to you but I had a similar sounding problem when trying to root my Nexus S where everytime I booted into fastboot mode I had an error message at the bottom of the screen saying something like 'fastboot status-fail Invalid command' and so I couldn't use any fastboot functions.
To get around it I used this one-click root . For some reason I got an error message halfway through for whatever reason and it wouldn't complete the root for me but it booted me into fastboot without receiving the error message and then once I was in I went and rooted manually.
The CWM is out of date on that site though (possibly the super-user zip too) so I replaced them with the latest versions and popped it in my dropbox for you, if you wanna try it out.
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/47770734/One-Click-Nexus-S.zip
Edit: just had a little look through the bat script and the initial commands that got me into fastboot properly is (with your phone in debugging mode):
adb start-server
adb reboot bootloader
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So you could try that first if you wanna go through manually.
Know that you can't run adb command while in fastboot mode. Boot into your CWM and then you can start an adb shell and you'll be able to push all the files you want and execute all the commands you need.
Fastboot mode is for running fastboot indeed. Try 'fastboot devices' while you're in the bootloader and see if devices pop up. If not, you really have to figure out your drivers issue. Maybe remove the device completely from your PC (including driver files) and reinstall it using the PDAnet drivers.
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[Q] Won't pick up at hboot?

Hey guys, my computer won't pick up my phone at hboot anymore even though i deleted 0 files whatsoever and changed nothing, I need the computer to pick up my phone at hboot so that i can flash the boot.img files otherwise roms dont work for me, when i press fastboot, it doesnt say fastboot usb, but when i press down with the volume key it says fastboot usb but no commands work in the command prompt , it just gets stuck at waiting for device. I know it's not the cable, I tried it with my friends, any solutions?
I'm having the "< waiting for device >" hanging problem when trying to run the fastboot command from the Android SDK. I've searched around and seen many with this problem, but no single fix. I've reinstalled the SDK and drivers, made sure HTC Sync and other syncing processes are not running, and made sure USB debugging is on. "adb devices" and "adb shell" work fine. I've also tried rebooting the phone while "waiting." All to no avail.
What could be causing this? What can I do to successfully run fastboot?
This is on an HTC Sensation running SuperSensation v.1.0.5 (Android 2.3.5), connected to a Windows 7 PC.
Thanks for helping with a noobie question.
mturk
sensation lover said:
Hey guys, my computer won't pick up my phone at hboot anymore even though i deleted 0 files whatsoever and changed nothing, I need the computer to pick up my phone at hboot so that i can flash the boot.img files otherwise roms dont work for me, when i press fastboot, it doesnt say fastboot usb, but when i press down with the volume key it says fastboot usb but no commands work in the command prompt , it just gets stuck at waiting for device. I know it's not the cable, I tried it with my friends, any solutions?
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So "adb devices" when booted, and "fastboot devices" when in bootloader returns nothing, or "waiting for device"?
You have both adb and fastboot drivers in the same location you are issuing these commands from?
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Oh......
I didn't realize that "fastboot" was to be run while in the bootloader. I think I tried that without success earlier, but am not sure - in any case, it worked this time.
Many thanks...!

Fastboot issues - Can't Get it to Work

I have a Nexus 5, returned to factory specifications (many times) with backup & restore inhibited. I am trying the “very simple” process of unlocking it, without any success. My problem is repeated many times on the web, Fastboot does not work, but ADB does.
I run the following command:
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb devices
List of devices attached
0315c2d60935c160 device
Then I run the following command:
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>fastboot devices
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>
ADB sees the phone; Fastboot does not.
The solution is well documented on the web: Install new drivers. I have been installing drivers from just about everywhere for the last week without success. With the phone connected, I get this from Device Manager:
Computer
Android Device
Android Composite ADB Interface
The driver information is as follows:
Driver Provider: Google, Inc.
Driver Date: 7/9/2013
Driver Version: 8.0.0.0
Driver Signer: Google, Inc.
Driver Details:
Driver Files:
C:\Windows\System32\Drivers\Winsub.sys (File Version 6.2.9200.16384(Win8_rtm.120725-1247))
C:\Windows\System32\WdfcoInstaller01009.dll(File Version 1.9.7600.16385 (Win7_rtm.090713-1255)
C:\Windows\System32\WinUSBCoInstaller2.dll (File Version 6.1.7600.16385 (win7_rtm.090713-1255))
I am running a Dell XPS-17 I7 laptop with Windows 8 (not 8.1) 64 bit
If I could find a way to unlock without using Fastboot, that would probably be a good solution, but I can’t. And I have absolutely no success at getting Fastboot to work.
I do notice that the Device Manager lists Android Composite ADB interface (ADB works) but noting about a Fastboot interface. Does that mean anything?
Please help I am at my wit’s end.
For what it is worth, I did read all the tutorials here, and the only thing I could figure out was if I have the right drivers everything works fine. I also reviewed the posts here, including "Diagnosing USB Driver and ADB issues in Windows," which discusses ADB (which I have no problem with)
this article helped me out a bunch. http://blog.dantup.com/2012/10/fixing-adb-device-not-found-with-nexus-7-in-recovery-mode/
you'll have to edit the "android_winusb.inf" with the correct hardware id.
in Device Manager make sure you go to "Android Device" > "Android Composite ADB Interface" go to Properties. on the Details tab and then click on the drop down box and select "hardware ids" you might see 2 ids there. i believe the one you'll need is the bottom one. if you only have one. thats fine too.
so, read the article. grab your hardware id and edit your driver. see if it works. you may have to reboot after you edit the driver. hope this works for you.
krdu said:
I have a Nexus 5, returned to factory specifications (many times) with backup & restore inhibited. I am trying the “very simple” process of unlocking it, without any success. My problem is repeated many times on the web, Fastboot does not work, but ADB does.
I run the following command:
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb devices
List of devices attached
0315c2d60935c160 device
Then I run the following command:
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>fastboot devices
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>
ADB sees the phone; Fastboot does not.
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OK, please don't be offended, but I have to ask a really dumb question. You aren't running the "fastboot devices" command while in recovery, right? I read the above twice and didn't see where you booted into bootloader after running the "adb devices" command. Unless I'm missing something, fastboot won't find any devices unless you are in the bootloader.
Sounds like you need to boot your phone into fastboot mode. Power off the phone and hold volume down and hit the power button.
Then the fastboot devices command should work and you should be able to unlock the boot-loader then. Unlocking the boot-loader will wipe your phone just so you know.
erikivy said:
OK, please don't be offended, but I have to ask a really dumb question. You aren't running the "fastboot devices" command while in recovery, right? I read the above twice and didn't see where you booted into bootloader after running the "adb devices" command. Unless I'm missing something, fastboot won't find any devices unless you are in the bootloader.
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Actually, the answer to that question is "Yes, and no." I was not aware that Fastboot only worked in the bootloader, but I could never get it to work there either. However, when I copied the previously posted listings I was not in the bootloader, I was in normal booted mode.
I then went and tried it in the bootloader, to copy listings to post, and here's what I got!
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb devices (In normal Mode)
List of devices attached
0315c2d60935c160 device
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb reboot bootloader (rebooted to Bootloader)
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb devices
List of devices attached
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>fastboot devices
0315c2d60935c160 fastboot
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>fastboot oem unlock
...
OKAY [ 41.215s]
finished. total time: 41.215s
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>
As you can see it unlocked the phone but I have absolutely no clue why it unlocked this time and never did before. I hope to God I never have to unlock it again.
Also, it appears that in the bootloader, ADT is NOT working but Fastboot is! (now)
You realize that the two command line interfaces (ADB and fastboot) don't work in the same state, right? ADB is for use in recovery and while booted, whereas fastboot only works in bootloader. It sounds to me like everything is working exactly as it should.
I'm no expert or anything, but I always assumed that they were two different ways to interact with your device while it is in different states. If I'm mistaken, someone please correct me.
krdu said:
Actually, the answer to that question is "Yes, and no." I was not aware that Fastboot only worked in the bootloader, but I could never get it to work there either. However, when I copied the previously posted listings I was not in the bootloader, I was in normal booted mode.
I then went and tried it in the bootloader, to copy listings to post, and here's what I got!
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb devices (In normal Mode)
List of devices attached
0315c2d60935c160 device
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb reboot bootloader (rebooted to Bootloader)
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>adb devices
List of devices attached
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>fastboot devices
0315c2d60935c160 fastboot
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>fastboot oem unlock
...
OKAY [ 41.215s]
finished. total time: 41.215s
C:\adt-bundle-windows-x86_64-20131030\sdk\platform-tools>
As you can see it unlocked the phone but I have absolutely no clue why it unlocked this time and never did before. I hope to God I never have to unlock it again.
Also, it appears that in the bootloader, ADT is NOT working but Fastboot is! (now)
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ADB is used in android and the recovery.
Fastboot is used only in the bootloader.

I cannot do fastboot commands. Please help, I've been doing this all day!

My device is a One Plus One. I've installed an ADB driver from here: adbdriver (some site I've searched up on google) (Is this even safe? I've never seen anyone use this link before or maybe it's new. It's not a virus is it?)
So once I've installed it, I've typed all commands such as adb while my device is turned on but then when it gets to where I have to press my powerbutton+volume down and then go into the recovery screen, I see "Cyanogen Recovery" or whatever but that's what it says. Suddenly on my computer, the ADB device disappears altogether and I cannot see my One Plus One storage anymore (it's connected and even If I unconnect and reconnect it's still the same). I believe I've unlocked my phone already before so is this why? I just want to make sure and type fastboot oem device-info but when I type that nothing comes up. I've been trying to solve this and I don't know what to do anymore... Is it because I've already unlocked my device (but even I'm not sure if it's still unlocked and that's why I'm trying to confirm it by typing "fastboot oem device-info" which doesn't even work. Help please!
xMTOOLO said:
My device is a One Plus One. I've installed an ADB driver from here: adbdriver (some site I've searched up on google) (Is this even safe? I've never seen anyone use this link before or maybe it's new. It's not a virus is it?)
So once I've installed it, I've typed all commands such as adb while my device is turned on but then when it gets to where I have to press my powerbutton+volume down and then go into the recovery screen, I see "Cyanogen Recovery" or whatever but that's what it says. Suddenly on my computer, the ADB device disappears altogether and I cannot see my One Plus One storage anymore (it's connected and even If I unconnect and reconnect it's still the same). I believe I've unlocked my phone already before so is this why? I just want to make sure and type fastboot oem device-info but when I type that nothing comes up. I've been trying to solve this and I don't know what to do anymore... Is it because I've already unlocked my device (but even I'm not sure if it's still unlocked and that's why I'm trying to confirm it by typing "fastboot oem device-info" which doesn't even work. Help please!
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Greetings,
Thank you for using XDA Assist. To get you the expert help you need, I'm going to move this thread to your specific device Q&A forum.
Good luck!
You need to boot into bootloader by pressing volume up + power.
Then you can use "fastboot devices" to see if your OPO is being recognised.
"fastboot oem device-info" only works when you boot to bootloader
ADB is not fastboot btw.
http://www.androidcentral.com/android-z-what-fastboot
ADB does only work when your phone is booted to the Android system and USB-Debugging is enabled
http://www.androidcentral.com/what-adb

metro PCs moxee tab2

looking to unlock bootloader for this device konnectone Moxee tab2 sold by metro I can't find a thing anywhere not even fake walkthroughs. does anyone know
Developer options >> OEM unlock bootloader
Activate USB debugging
Then use this commands
adb devices
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot devices
fastboot flashing unlock
fastboot oem unlock
fastboot reboot
I've tried those except for adb and fastboot devices and returned error unknown command flashing. do I need to. I'm not new at any of this but definitely no expert. I never really did use those commands on any other devices. I always thought it was for user piece of mind knowing device is connected
paulb89 said:
I've tried those except for adb and fastboot devices and returned error unknown command flashing. do I need to. I'm not new at any of this but definitely no expert. I never really did use those commands on any other devices. I always thought it was for user piece of mind knowing device is connected
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if you never tried or used adb, i strongly suggest stopping here. give it a rest or you will hard brick your device.
I'm sorry man I didn't mean fastboot and adb in whole just adb devices and fastboot devices commands. how important are those 2 commands is what I was asking because will it make a difference if I left thos 2 out. because I've never used them in past always thought they were optional
so I do all from beginning of your post this is what I get at fastboot flashing unlock
and this is the readout of when I put the device into fastbootd

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