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[Q] Strange version of the software and install official rom

I'm a noob of Android and I begin yesterday to read this forum and find some solution.
I bought this new phone HTC EDIT: "Desire S" from a friend of mine, but the version installed is very strange:
Android 2.3.3
HTC Sense 2.1
Radio 20.26.30.084AU _38.03.00.03_M
Build 1.21 .0.0 CL18158 test-keys
Software 1.21.0.0
I have installed "root check" app and it say that I have the root access and I haven't do nothing.
I would like to install the official rom (I found the verision on this post ) to resolve some bugs that are present in my phone, but I don't know if the device will work well.
I need first to backup all the rom and in case of problem re-install.
I install ROM Manager and try to install ClockworkMod but it give me an error about privileged. The problem could be the S-ON, but I'm not sure.
Now the question:
how to make a S-Off without risk?
If I install a official rom, do the ClockworkMod, root access and S-OFF remain installed?
If I reach my goal, I will created a guide that collect the steps of installing a rom for noob as me

1) desire or desire s?
2) test keys? if u got a s-off bootloader, don't update your rom, WE NEED YOUR BOOTLOADER!

1. It is Desire S.
2. I will not update in this case. How I can be sure that is it S-off? In that case how can I give you my bootloader?
Thanks

Hold [volume-down] and [power] when the phone's turned off.
That last bit's the tricky part - because of a feature called fast boot the DS does not really turn off when you shut it down but just hibernates. So you have to either turn off fast boot (in Settings -> Power) or pull the battery before attempting to enter recovery.
Check the Hboot at the top to see if it's Ship S-ON or S-OFF or ENG

I just made what you say.
SAGA PVT ENG S-OFF
HBOOT-0.98.2000 (PG8810000)
RADIO-38.03.00.03M
eMMC-boot
Then there is menu with some command.
My phone is S-OFF
Can this be usefully for you?
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA App

EXCELLENT we have an ENG S-OFF Desire-S, anyone of the Developers can help us with this if it's useful by any means?!

We need you to dump the Hboot, and upload it here please
1. Download adb zip (http://www.mediafire.com/?5d0v316g9bg97) and extract to c:\
2. Launch Windows console (cmd) and go to the adb folder cd c:\adb
3. "adb devices" <- Is your device detected? If not, install HTC Sync // Of course, before you have to plug your device in.. (sync mode)
4. "adb shell"
5. run "dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p12 of=/sdcard/hboot.img"
6. Conect your phone in usb mode and Upload to multiupload or Mediafire

zorbakun said:
5. run "dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p12 of=/sdcard/hboot.img"
6. Conect your phone in usb mode and Upload to multiupload or Mediafire
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I will do it later because I'm not at home now.
This procedure will save personal data, in the sense that is better first to restore default settings of the phone?
What does it means ENG?
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA App

it won't save any data from you, only your bootloader, not your rom
eng = engineering
it's a bootloader, s-off and with more functions (like fastboot to flash new radios)

If we can just get RUU for SAGA same as Asd0rs version 1.21.0.0 won't we be able to flash it to our S-ON devices & get S-OFF

OMFG !!!!!!!!!! Finally an ENG S-OFF !!!!!!!!!! This is the same case with the sensation. Hopefully, they'll find a way to push this into our S-On phones. Also, can you please take a pic of your bootloader screen and post it here? Proof's always good. Also, plzz don't do something like the guy with ENG S-OFF Sensation did. DO NOT FLASH ANY ROM, OR YOU MIGHT LOSE YOUR ENG S-OFF, and we'll be screwed. Thanks !!!
EDIT: It seems like HTC is dropping these on purpose
PS - I thanked

if this works, be sure to put some donate button somwhere. we all gona owe you at least a beer or vino

Valwit said:
if this works, be sure to put some donate button somwhere. we all gona owe you at least a beer or vino
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Yup, we definitely do.

shrome99 said:
[CUT]
Also, can you please take a pic of your bootloader screen and post it here? Proof's always good.
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I cannot use an external link to post the image, but I put an attachment.
shrome99 said:
Also, plzz don't do something like the guy with ENG S-OFF Sensation did. DO NOT FLASH ANY ROM, OR YOU MIGHT LOSE YOUR ENG S-OFF, and we'll be screwed.
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I want to update my phone, but at this point I will wait for the original version of the rom but with S-OFF and root access. Is that possibile or I can found a faster way to update my phone?

Valwit said:
if this works, be sure to put some donate button somwhere. we all gona owe you at least a beer or vino
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In Italian we say: a free beer is alway welcome
Later I will try to follow the guide of zorbakun in this thread

I follow the guide but when execute this command: dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p12 of=/sdcard/hboot.img , I recive this error: "/sdcard/hboot.img: cannot open for write: Read-only file system"
What's wrong?

Asd0r said:
I follow the guide but when execute this command: dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p12 of=/sdcard/hboot.img , I recive this error: "/sdcard/hboot.img: cannot open for write: Read-only file system"
What's wrong?
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Try this instead
run "dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p22 of=/sdcard/hboot.img"

I have try on a different pc before use the last command posted and I obtain an image.
Here .img: http://www.multiupload.com/BEJJ617CR8
Is it ok? Do you need anything else?

Asd0r said:
I have try on a different pc before use the last command posted and I obtain an image.
Here .img: http://www.multiupload.com/BEJJ617CR8
Is it ok? Do you need anything else?
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Sorry that turned out not to be the Hboot partition, now try again this new command with the correct mmcblk0p18 partition same as IS & upload it here, Thanks mate
"dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/hboot.img"

New file made with new command: http://www.multiupload.com/T4BF1SMRGP
Is that correct?

[MISC] ENG HBOOT is here !

ORIGINAL ENG HBOOT FOR HTC DESIRE S from asd0r
SAGA PVT ENG S-OFF
HBOOT-0.98.2000 (PG8810000)
RADIO-38.03.00.03M
eMMC-boot
Can also be used to S-ON AND return to stock
THX
Http://marsdroid.6te.net

before people are asking and trying: flashing bootloader with dd if= of= is NOT working with temproot only
so we need another way to flash it
1 Click flash for S-Off + perm root is attached, just extract the archiv and run the flash.bat
if someone is curious what its doing:
wrong code, attached new 1click eng s-off at next post

added PG88IMG and your 1 click bat blezz
thx

Will this work on a S-ON desire s? To make it S-OFF?
Regards

zzz16 said:
Will this work on a S-ON desire s? To make it S-OFF?
Regards
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the simple answer is NO NOT YET !
sry
marsdroid

please update 1st post with new 1click
made a little mistake, included gingerbreak for root even if perm root is required for this 1click
new code:
Code:
@echo off
cls
adb devices
echo If your device is not listed exit this program now, enable usb debugging and try again.
pause
cls
adb push hboot.img /data/local/tmp
adb shell chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/hboot.img
echo Please accept superuser request on your phone
adb shell su
pause
adb shell dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
adb shell dd if=/data/local/tmp/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
echo Bootloader should be flashed to your device now, backup from old bootloader is saved at /sdcard/backup.img
pause
adb reboot bootloader
edit: attachmed removed cause brokenworm added it to 1st post

brokenworm said:
Finally a ENG HBOOT FOR HTC DESIRE S
SAGA PVT ENG S-OFF
HBOOT-0.98.2000 (PG8810000)
RADIO-38.03.00.03M
eMMC-boot
THX
Marsdroid
added "Eng S-Off.rar"
1 Click flash for S-Off + perm root is attached, just extract the archiv and run the flash.bat
thx to blezz for this.
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Sorry, but newbie question here , what benefits are there to me (soff/root/unsecured boot.img) having used XTC and super one click would this engineering hboot provide?
I'm currently on hboot 0.98.0000
Thanks for answers
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA App

eng s-off is offering more options like flashing radio & recovery with fastboot (over bootloader)

Blezz said:
please update 1st post with new 1click
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its done
10char

Blezz said:
eng s-off is offering more options like flashing radio & recovery with fastboot (over bootloader)
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Ty
And all I need to do it's flash the PG188IMG.zip as per normal?
am I correct on thinking that this update doesn't contain a radio as I've already update mine?
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA App

it's only hboot, well u can use the PG88IMG.zip or the 1click i offered, both ways should work without problems

These HBOOT is based on my boot?
In that case I'm very happy for this

Is possible to restore original hboot and stock firmware for warranty purpose?

Asd0r said:
These HBOOT is based on my boot?
In that case I'm very happy for this
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probably it comes from your device even if it isn't the only one... you're special but not "so much"
anyway it seems that one (or more) developer inside htc flash randomly an un-locked hboot

heavyhms said:
Is possible to restore original hboot and stock firmware for warranty purpose?
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with an original update from htc for sure... the classic RUU trough htc sync

suiller said:
with an original update from htc for sure... the classic RUU trough htc sync
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Overwrite ENG Hboot also?

heavyhms said:
Overwrite ENG Hboot also?
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yep, so wait before flash
anyway you can flash the recovery so you can start by upgrading your radio

shortly said: htc ruu will restore everything EXCEPT xtc clip s-off

hmmmm the text says soff and perm root
we have clockwork mod recovery images for desire s
so we can finally flash other roms
rephrase: i am formiliar with cmd/adb
if i flash the pd image and then the clockwork recovery over fastboot then i would be able to flash the coredroid rom

Will this new guide applicable to s-on desire s? To male it s off?
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA App

[ASK] How to S-On again after S-off using alpharevX

Sorry for the nubie question or wrong rom.
Can i get back S-On after S-Off using AlpharevX beta... If i can, how to do it?
can i flash hboot only? from the original hboot from desire s?
Thanks for your sharing..

wind99 said:
Sorry for the nubie question or wrong rom.
Can i get back S-On after S-Off using AlpharevX beta... If i can, how to do it?
can i flash hboot only? from the original hboot from desire s?
Thanks for your sharing..
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You currently can't do this, the team that brought you alpharevx ares working on this
EDIT: Although, it would seem from the posts below that people have achieved this already!
Sent from my HTC Desire S using XDA Premium App

you can by flashing ENG Hboot then flash any official rom after it
alpharevx Hboot bypasses flashing the bootloader

wind99 said:
Sorry for the nubie question or wrong rom.
Can i get back S-On after S-Off using AlpharevX beta... If i can, how to do it?
can i flash hboot only? from the original hboot from desire s?
Thanks for your sharing..
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You can use this method via adb:
1. Put the hboot.img you want to flash in the root of the sdcard.
2. In cmd run the following commands (after each command press enter):
adb devices
adb shell
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
dd if=/sdcard/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
reboot bootloader

HA4ever said:
you can by flashing ENG Hboot then flash any official rom after it
alpharevx Hboot bypasses flashing the bootloader
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How do i get any hboot official 0.98.000
and how do i flash it.
thanks

first flash ENG Hboot from this thread ENG HBOOT
then flash any official rom from the bootloader (the rom file should be in zip format with name PG88IMG.zip placed in the root of tour SD card)

Thanks for the guide, maybe it can posting to sticky how to gain back s-on after alphareX
already done and success. Back to original hboot 0.98.0000

Please can you tell me which guide (adb or ENG boot) did you use?

wind99 said:
Thanks for the guide, maybe it can posting to sticky how to gain back s-on after alphareX
already done and success. Back to original hboot 0.98.0000
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Which version of the file you used?
PG88IMG.zip or Eng S-Off.rar ?

PG88IMG.zip is 2000 vesrion not sure for Eng s-off...

heavyhms said:
Which version of the file you used?
PG88IMG.zip or Eng S-Off.rar ?
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Just get Hboot from original stock RUU. (Extract the RUU exe files)

Murchelago said:
You can use this method via adb:
1. Put the hboot.img you want to flash in the root of the sdcard.
2. In cmd run the following commands (after each command press enter):
adb devices
adb shell
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
dd if=/sdcard/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
reboot bootloader
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From Terminal Emulator on the phone, I start at the SU? Correct?

InfernalByte said:
From Terminal Emulator on the phone, I start at the SU? Correct?
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I'll be honest (I'm not 100%) but I'm thinking that he intended the while lot to be typed through a command prompt in windows from your PC using ADB, rather than a terminal on the device itself.

Anyone know if this would work with other HTC phones (Incredible or Incredible 2)?

Murchelago said:
You can use this method via adb:
1. Put the hboot.img you want to flash in the root of the sdcard.
2. In cmd run the following commands (after each command press enter):
adb devices
adb shell
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
dd if=/sdcard/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
reboot bootloader
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I can confirm, that this approach works.

chiekurz said:
I can confirm, that this approach works.
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can someone please put a link to the hboot.img that's been used and is 98.000, as one of the posts says it was 98.200, so that others can also follow this..

ben_pyett said:
can someone please put a link to the hboot.img that's been used and is 98.000, as one of the posts says it was 98.200, so that others can also follow this..
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Check my previous post. Added hboot I used. 0.98.0000 as that is supported by Alpharev. Now I am back on S-Off again

so we no need to flash old rom with 0.98.0000 hboot just use image and instruction above?

1. You will need to have a room with root, to be able to follow actions described above.
2. If you have none stock rom and recovery you will have security issue, while booting up.
So you have only option of:
1. Running these actions
2. Then running RUU
Worked for me perfectly. P.s. I do not take any responsibility of issues faced Just explained my expierience.
/Edzz

chiekurz said:
1. You will need to have a room with root, to be able to follow actions described above.
2. If you have none stock rom and recovery you will have security issue, while booting up.
So you have only option of:
1. Running these actions
2. Then running RUU
Worked for me perfectly. P.s. I do not take any responsibility of issues faced Just explained my expierience.
/Edzz
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If you are returned to stock can write a step-by-step guide?

[Tutorial] [Discontinued] How to restore stock ROM and S-On after AlphaRevX S-Off

I am sorry to announce, but I am pulling this tutorial. Tutorial is not meant for branded phones and recently I am getting few of those asking for help!
Sorry unbranded device owners, but my intention is to have brick free world!
Have a nice day! And safe flashing.
P.s. FYI, new boot loader can be unlocked using htcdev.com and locked again using the same.
/Edzz

good to know if somthing goes wrong and must be done in warranty time

can I use your guide for my thread ? I will give you credit.. thanks.

Why not do it the easy way since you're already S-OFF?
Take the ENG HBOOT found here and put the PG88IMG.zip in the root of your SD card
Boot into the bootloader (Volume Down + POWER)
Go into FASTBOOT mode
The bootloader will automagically detect your new HBOOT and install it
After rebooting your phone you can install any RUU you want. That will bring HBOOT back to the installed original
Make sure you make a good backup up front and be carefull what RUU to flash. The newer ones will overwrite HBOOT with version 0.98.0002, which, up to this date, can't be put to S-OFF yet by Alpharevx. I recommand you install the oldest RUU version you can find. A list of original ROMS can be found here
Good luck!

@nodeffect
Feel free.
@jorgen2009
such approach won't work with Alpharev hboot. They appear to have kinda locked it by making it appear ar 6.x Hboot version. That means, that bootloader will bypass upgrade. Been there, tried that, didn't work

chiekurz said:
@nodeffect
Feel free.
@jorgen2009
such approach won't work with Alpharev hboot. They appear to have kinda locked it by making it appear ar 6.x Hboot version. That means, that bootloader will bypass upgrade. Been there, tried that, didn't work
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The original ENG HBOOT didn't work if i recall correctly. Redownload the ENG-HBOOT and you'll notice the version has changed to a number higher than Alpharev's. It DOES work now, in fact, my phone is S-ON again as we speak

Will have to try that again.

jorgen2009 said:
Why not do it the easy way since you're already S-OFF?
Take the ENG HBOOT found here and put the PG88IMG.zip in the root of your SD card
Boot into the bootloader (Volume Down + POWER)
Go into FASTBOOT mode
The bootloader will automagically detect your new HBOOT and install it
After rebooting your phone you can install any RUU you want. That will bring HBOOT back to the installed original
Make sure you make a good backup up front and be carefull what RUU to flash. The newer ones will overwrite HBOOT with version 0.98.0002, which, up to this date, can't be put to S-OFF yet by Alpharevx. I recommand you install the oldest RUU version you can find. A list of original ROMS can be found here
Good luck!
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So i downloaded 2 files:
The PG88IMG.zip and eng_hboot
what do i put on my sd card, only PG88IMG.zip or both of them?

.sh4d0w. said:
So i downloaded 2 files:
The PG88IMG.zip and eng_hboot
what do i put on my sd card, only PG88IMG.zip or both of them?
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Only the PG88IMG.zip, don't rename or extract it or it won't work, just put the file in the root of your SD card

So what is the use of Eng S-Off.rar?
And another question the RUU is an .exe?
And is this old enough RUU_Saga_HTC_Europe_1.28.401.1_Radio_20.28b.30.0805U_38.03.02.11_M_release_177977_signed ?
Thanks.
LE: i flashed the pg88img.zip and i am still Alpharevx hboot 6.xxxxx etc (but the update was successful)
Maybe... if i flash a RUU? I just wanted to get eng s-off.. don't want to get s-on now

.sh4d0w. said:
So what is the use of Eng S-Off.rar? [/QUOTE
Look at this thread
And another question the RUU is an .exe?
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yes, it's direct from HTC and unfortunately can only be run from within Windows
And is this old enough RUU_Saga_HTC_Europe_1.28.401.1_Radio_20.28b.30.0805U_38.03.02.11_M_release_177977_signed ?
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yes, that comes with the HBOOT 0.98.0000
Thanks.
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your welcome
LE: i flashed the pg88img.zip and i am still Alpharevx hboot 6.xxxxx etc (but the update was successful)
Maybe... if i flash a RUU? I just wanted to get eng s-off.. don't want to get s-on now
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just check again in fastboot, ENG HBOOT version has changed to 6.98.2000 iirc. After running the RUU it should be 0.98.0000 again as ENG HBOOT can be overwritten in contrast to the AlphaRevX HBOOT. If you only want ENG HBOOT don't flash the RUU obviously
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Ok i just checked.
I have like this
--- AlphaRev ---
SAGA PVT SHIP S-OFF RL
HBOOT-6.98.1002
RADIO-3805.06.02.03_M
eMMC-boot
Mar 10 2011, 14:58:38
So nothing changed.... and i did the update like... 5 times
It asks vol + to install update
And after it's finished
Power down to reboot.
Maybe i got the wrong file? The PG88IMG.zip attached here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113820

.sh4d0w. said:
Ok i just checked.
I have like this
--- AlphaRev ---
SAGA PVT SHIP S-OFF RL
HBOOT-6.98.1002
RADIO-3805.06.02.03_M
eMMC-boot
Mar 10 2011, 14:58:38
So nothing changed.... and i did the update like... 5 times
It asks vol + to install update
And after it's finished
Power down to reboot.
Maybe i got the wrong file? The PG88IMG.zip attached here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113820
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You can try with this modified ENG Hboot for devices with AlpharevX
Please, report if works

heavyhms said:
You can try with this modified ENG Hboot for devices with AlpharevX
Please, report if works
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Nope.... doesn't work at all. Not even loading.

.sh4d0w. said:
Nope.... doesn't work at all. Not even loading.
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Try to re-download Eng Hboot (normal and modified) after deleting browser cache. Disable antivirus software during download and transfer to microsd.
Do not download file directly with desire S browser: use a pc
You can try also with a different microsd card

.sh4d0w. said:
Nope.... doesn't work at all. Not even loading.
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Should be the right version...
BTW I changed the link in my first post here to this one. I accidently posted the wrong version

BTW...... the original eng hboot is 1 mb and this modified one is only 260 kb ???
Maybe that's why it doesn't work.
In winrar i have like this
Name__________________Size________Packed
engHBOOToverARX.img___1.048.576____262.273

Added your guide to my thread. Thanks for this one, it's very useful.
p.s. you got a typo for the title of this thread. "Tutorial", not totutial... please correct it, thanks

I did it.. using the adb comands in first page..
LE: Great! Alpharev beta site doesn't work.....stuck with stock lol ))
LE2: New alphareve+unrevoked site http://revolutionary.io/ Back to S-OFF

chiekurz said:
(Windows only? Not sure if RUU works on other platforms)
With thanks to user Murchelago for providing adb method to restore stock boot and HTC for providing RUU's here is step by step, how to return to stock after Alpharevx S-Off.
Prerequisites:
Debugging mode on
Root access
Hboot.img (attached)
RUU for stock restore. Can be downloaded here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1002506
How to:
1. Put the hboot.img you want to flash in the root of the sdcard.
2. In cmd run the following commands (after each command press enter):
adb devices
adb shell
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
dd if=/sdcard/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
reboot bootloader
3. RUN Downloaded RUU
4. You are on stock again!
After running ADB commands and rebooting into bootloader, you will get security warning. This is normal, just continue with flashing RUU.
Worked for me perfectly 3 times without any issues. However issues might occur and I can not take any responsibility for them. Use this tutorial on your own responsibility
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I can confirm that you CANNOT just RUU a device. As the name implies, ROM Update Utility.
I followed everything on the first page and can confirm that I've successfully reverted back to HBOOT 0.98.0000.
AFAIK my phone was flashed with the hTC_Asia_WWE_1.31.707.2 on stock.
I tried to RUU using the oldest firmware that I can find, HTC_Europe_1.28.401.1. But it gave me the error 131 (AFAIK) customer ID error. About language and stuffs. Model ID, etc.
So I tried to RUU with the oldest hTC_Asia_WWE_1.31.707.2 (the oldest that I can find that is an ASIA one.). Then it gave me the error 140 (bootloader error). The readme doesn't have any information on this one, even on the net for HTC Saga.
So I tried to RUU with the "LATEST" hTC_Asia_WWE_1.48.707.1 that I found and everything works well. I really am not quite sure why I was not able to "downgrade", just "upgrade".
AFAIK i just updated my radio to the latest 20.28I.30.085AU_3805.06.02.03_M found on the hTC_Asia_WWE_1.48.707.1 when I was S-OFFed. It may have something to do with it.
Just an additional info. I'm now S-ON and on-stock hTC_Asia_WWE_1.48.707.1_20.28I.30.085AU_3805.06.02.03_M

ENG HBOOT after using AlphaRevX S-off

Sorry, cannot post in the Android Development section as less than 10 posts.
I have been reading through this thread :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113820
And also this thread here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15493125&postcount=1
Before proceeding, just want to clarify the instructions as the first link mentions about re-naming 'PG88IMG.zip' whereas the second link gives instructions below but mentions nothing about re-naming the file ?
Igl0 said:
Ladies & Gentlemen,
Here is the ENG HBOOT for any alpharevx S-OFFed saga (Desire S) device.
Enjoy.
How to :
Simply copy the attached file at the root of your sd card
Power off your phone
Remove battery
Replace battery
Hold volume down while powering your phone on
Follow the on-screen instructions.
Please let us know your feedback.
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Also, which file is the correct / latest file ? (I assume the first one as this was updated and edited on 21 July 2011).
I have already 'S-off' with AlphaRevX with HBOOT now showing as 6.98.1002
Thanks

From my understanding there is no reason NOT to use the ENG hboot once you've applied alpharevx even though that process patches your hboot so that it has the same functionality
EDIT: unless your intention is to return to stock via RUU, as eng hboot can be over written whereas alpharevx can't.
EDIT: ENG is probably best way to go, have amended this comment!
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kwano888 said:
Before proceeding, just want to clarify the instructions as the first link mentions about re-naming 'PG88IMG.zip' whereas the second link gives instructions below but mentions nothing about re-naming the file ?
Thanks
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The file needs to be renamed PB88IMG in CAPS. This method does work but in this instance it didn't work for me, and I had to push it via adb.
ben_pyett said:
From my understanding there is no reason to use the ENG hboot once you've applied alpharevx as that process patches your hboot so that it has the same functionality
EDIT: unless your intention is to return to stock via RUU, as eng hboot can be over written whereas alpharevx can't.
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In my opinion eng h/boot is the better option, if your phone develops a fault an you have to RUU you've have one less hurdle to clear on a faulty phone.

kwano888 said:
Sorry, cannot post in the Android Development section as less than 10 posts.
I have been reading through this thread :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113820
And also this thread here :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=15493125&postcount=1
Before proceeding, just want to clarify the instructions as the first link mentions about re-naming 'PG88IMG.zip' whereas the second link gives instructions below but mentions nothing about re-naming the file ?
Also, which file is the correct / latest file ? (I assume the first one as this was updated and edited on 21 July 2011).
I have already 'S-off' with AlphaRevX with HBOOT now showing as 6.98.1002
Thanks
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I tried, but it didnt work with me. U can try by this (it worked with me) :
1. download PM88IMG.zip from theard ENG HBOOT for alpharevx S-OFFed phones
2. Extract zip file and then rename to hboot.img.
3. Put the hboot.img you want to flash in the root of the sdcard.
4. In cmd run the following commands (after each command press enter):
adb devices
adb shell
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
dd if=/sdcard/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
reboot bootloader
Done. Now u have ENG hboot s-off, if you want to Eng hboot S-on u can download file PM88IMG.zip from theard Tutorial] How to restore stock ROM and S-On after AlphaRevX S-Off

poppy8x said:
I tried, but it didnt work with me. U can try by this (it worked with me) :
1. download PM88IMG.zip from theard ENG HBOOT for alpharevx S-OFFed phones
2. Extract zip file and then rename to hboot.img.
3. Put the hboot.img you want to flash in the root of the sdcard.
4. In cmd run the following commands (after each command press enter):
adb devices
adb shell
su
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18 of=/sdcard/backup.img
dd if=/sdcard/hboot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p18
reboot bootloader
Done. Now u have ENG hboot s-off, if you want to Eng hboot S-on u can download file PM88IMG.zip from theard Tutorial] How to restore stock ROM and S-On after AlphaRevX S-Off
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+Remember that the extracted file in this instance should be named hboot.img

After that, can I use official update from HTC via OTA? Rooted phone with clockworkmod recovery...

firmament0 said:
After that, can I use official update from HTC via OTA? Rooted phone with clockworkmod recovery...
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I wouldn't!

ben_pyett said:
From my understanding there is no reason to use the ENG hboot once you've applied alpharevx as that process patches your hboot so that it has the same functionality
EDIT: unless your intention is to return to stock via RUU, as eng hboot can be over written whereas alpharevx can't.
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if you ask a dev pll would say no reason NOT to use ENG.
plz DONT stop pll ben ..ENG hboot is the only way to go.

MarsDroidXDA said:
if you ask a dev pll would say no reason NOT to use ENG.
plz DONT stop pll ben ..ENG hboot is the only way to go.
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I now agree, so have amended my earlier post so as not to mis-lead people.
EDIT: ENG is probably best way to go.......