[HOW TO] install Argen2stone guide - Milestone 2 Android Development

[HOW TO] install Argen2stone guide - Milestone 2 Android Development

This are the steps to help you install Argen2stone to your MS2
I do not claim credit for this, please donate/thanks the respective user for their work. i am just typing out in a simpler form for those newbie like me. =)
1) Root Your phone using Z4root or superoneclick.
2) Download and install these from android Market: Superuser(dont need if you root using superoneclick),Droid 2 Bootstrap Recovery.
3) Open Droid 2 Bootsrap Recovery and click on Bootstrap recovery (allow the permission with superuser), once successful, click on "Reboot Recovery" and the phone will boot into ClockworkModRecovery Mode.
4) Navigate with the volume keys and use the Camera button to select, navigate to "Backup and Restore" and backup your data. Once it done, reboot your phone.
5) Now flash your phone with the brazil firmware with this guide--> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=914071
6) Download Argen2stone and Unzip it to the clockworkmod recovery folder on your sd card.
7) After it done, start from step 1 to 3 again.
8) Once done, navigate to "backup and restore", select restore and select the argen2stone file.
9) If you want your data back, select "backup and restore" go to "advanced options" and restore your ".data" file in the backup you made earlier.
10) DONE! now you are running on the best rom for MS2. =)
CREDITS TO:
brenopapito
santiemanuel

Related

[Q] Unroot my Phone without losing data?

Hello,
I need to unroot my Sensation coz I want to sent it back for replacement (or at least fix the battery cover - it's loose and make cracking noises)
My phone is originally unlocked and unbranded.
I have "only" rooted my phone. I haven't installed any custom roms on it.
Is there any simple way to unroot it and make S-on again, without loosing all the data on it? In other words, is it possible to "remove" the root and S-on without wiping the entire data on the phone?
Thanks in advance

Do you got stock recovery? If not then that is where I would start.

TheStigx said:
Do you got stock recovery? If not then that is where I would start.
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Yes, I'm on stock recovery. Where to go from there?

With this method you will loose data: http://forums.androidcentral.com/ht...19278-how-unroot-return-stock-ruu-method.html
Also there is this : http://theunlockr.com/2011/10/03/how-to-unroot-the-htc-sensation-4g/
Video version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmkVgjVKRRw
But I have only heard of problems about the unlockr method.

TheStigx said:
With this method you will loose data: http://forums.androidcentral.com/ht...19278-how-unroot-return-stock-ruu-method.html
Also there is this : http://theunlockr.com/2011/10/03/how-to-unroot-the-htc-sensation-4g/
Video version: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmkVgjVKRRw
But I have only heard of problems about the unlockr method.
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Yes, it quite easy to unroot with the methods where all data is wiped.
I was more looking for a solutions where you can keep the data.
When it was rooted with:
Step 3. To permanently root your Sensation - (This means you will NOT LOSE ROOT on rebooting)
1. Download the file su-2.3.6.3-ef-signed.zip from here: DOWNLOAD
2. Copy su-2.3.6.3-ef-signed.zip to your SD card root folder (main folder of your memory card)
3. Start clockworkmod recovery (instructions below. See To Start Clockwork recovery)
4. BACKUP YOUR ROM USING CWM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ROOT!
5. Navigate to "Backup & Restore" using the Volume Down button and press select (power button to select) then select "Backup"
6. Select "install zip from sdcard" after backing up
7. Then select "Choose zip from sdcard"
8. Then select "su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip"
9. Then select "Yes - install su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip" to confirm
10. Then go back
11. Then reboot.
12. You're rooted!
Can't you "reverse" this?
Like this
6. Select "install zip from sdcard" after backing up
7. Then select "Choose zip from sdcard"
8. Then select "su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip"
but just with an original/stuck SU?
Since I haven't installed any custom rom. There is still the stock rom on the phone.... Just wondering...

Naah It doesn't work that way :/
Sadly I do not know any way of unrooting your phone, without loosing your data.

[Q] Noob Help with ClockWork

Hey Guys,
I am new to the forum, and pretty new to rooting. I am trying to root my T-Mobile HTC Sensation based off the instructions from the xda HTC Sensation forums.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192300
I am able to get S-off, which seems to work through reboots, but when I try to move ClockWork recovery to the phones root file, go into HBoot, I get a quick errors on the PG58DIAG file. I've scoured the forums for solutions, renamed files, etc. and I keep hitting the same wall.
Listed below are screen shots, the names of the files, and the PG58DIAG file I keep trying to move over.
I have no clue what i am doing wrong, and instead of wasting more time, I figured I would ask you guys. I would like to get the right recovery in there, so I can move to perm-rooting. I would eventually like to remove bloatware, overclock the cpu, and install an ICS Rom, as I am sick of waiting for the ICS update.
Thanks,
Kevin

Ok, so no one knows? Can someone at least point me in the direction of finding a solution. I can't yet post in the Sensation Forums, so PLEASE HELP!

x| Viper |x wrote:
STEP 2. To INSTALL Recovery - v5.0.0.8
1. Download recovery v5.0.0.8 for the Sensation HERE: or Multiupload
2. Copy the PG58IMG file into the Root folder of your SD card (The main Folder of your Memory Card)
3. Turn off your phone FUlly and reboot into the Bootloader/HBOOT screen (see post above on how to get to hboot screen)
4. Press Volume up to Accept when it asks" Do you want to start the update"
5. Press Power Off to Reboot back to android after installation is successful (normal screen with homescreen)
6. Delete PG58IMG from your memory card and you can now root using step 3 below or install a custom ROM using CWM (Customs Roms are already rooted)
7. OPTIONAL: Boot into recovery or Completely switch off (Fastboot disabled or remove and reinsert battery)
Follow STEP 4 SUPER CID sub steps 1-6 to get adb running
8. Enter the command "adb shell cat /sys/devices/platform/htc_battery/power_supply/battery/status" Phone will confirm it is "CHARGING"
Charging issues fixed with new clockwork recovery. writing is now BLUE not purple or orange
Step 3. To permanently root your Sensation - (This means you will NOT LOSE ROOT on rebooting)
1. Download the file su-2.3.6.3-ef-signed.zip from here: DOWNLOAD
2. Copy su-2.3.6.3-ef-signed.zip to your SD card root folder (main folder of your memory card)
3. Start clockworkmod recovery (instructions below. See To Start Clockwork recovery)
4. BACKUP YOUR ROM USING CWM BEFORE ATTEMPTING ROOT!
5. Navigate to "Backup & Restore" using the Volume Down button and press select (power button to select) then select "Backup"
6. Select "install zip from sdcard" after backing up
7. Then select "Choose zip from sdcard"
8. Then select "su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip"
9. Then select "Yes - install su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip" to confirm
10. Then go back
11. Then reboot.
12. You're rooted!
quotation end.
Did you follow exactly these steps????

The .ZIP
The .zip file you submited is twice times compressed, Could be?
You shoud not have any problems with the tutorial, try to search another verision of the file.

A2107A-H Firmware update, Custom Rom and CWM Recovery (calling feature - unlocked)

Finally it happend, NEW CUSTOM ROM (CWM Backup Mode) made by me.
screenshots
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/yc7z5904i0e1ua6/6FSVniszMM#/
Just see it in action: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=joeJtkw-85c
- CWM Recovery
- Firmware version S314
- Calling feature
- Fully working google service
- Fully Roted
- Titanum Backup
- TouchPal Keyboard
- Stock Browser
- Full synchronization with google service
- Radio without headphones
and many more
The installation is very simple and will take about 5 minutes if you already have a CWM Recovery
I spend nearly whole week to build this customisation, so I decide to ask you guys for some support for my work. So if you like the job I done so far and want to see a new improvements in a future including a Jelly Bean on Lenovo A2107A-H please support me. In this case I made a auction on a EBAY for this modiffication and it will cost just a £5. Please respect my work and don't distribute my mod behind my back. If you not agreed with this, I waiting for your coments guys. Thank you.
http://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/221163148...l?_sacat=0&_from=R40&_nkw=221163148891&_rdc=1
I will send you a link to a firmware and manual after a payment
Enjoy!!!
OLD MANUAL (no files on a server)
Manual and files for installation Custom ROM + CWM Recovery + IMEI repair + ROOT + Calling Feature on IdeaPad A2107A-H
Password for archive:"xdadevpemergency"
Firmware
1. CWM Recovery ROM.
https://rapidshare.com/files/3358458529/CWM Firmware.zip
2. A2107A-H v9 ROM in a zip format for install by CWM Recovery.
https://rapidshare.com/files/241044528/A2107A-H v9.zip
3. Google apps for google store and account sync (installation by CWM Recovery)
https://rapidshare.com/files/2713449644/gapp-ics.zip
Tools
1. SP Flash Tool for formating device NAND FLASH.
https://rapidshare.com/files/1465167471/SP_Flash_Tool_v3.1206.01.zip
2. Smarthphone Multiport for Flash the CWM REcovery ROM.
https://rapidshare.com/files/2880421726/SP_MDT_src_v3.1216.02_A2012.05.22.zip
3. MTK Droid Tools for easy IMEI repair and easy ROOT install.
https://rapidshare.com/files/3431631170/MTKdroidTools.zip
Manual
Device formating
1. Open SP Flash Tool
2. Choose a "Scatter-loading" file from "CWM Recovery ROM" folder
3. Press "Format" in a left top corner of SP Flash Tool
4. Choose "Auto Format Nand Flash" -> "Format whole flash" and press "OK"
5. Connect device to PC, press "reset" button on a back of your device
Your device should be formated on this point.
6. Close SP Flash Tool
Installing CWM Recovery ROM
1. Open Smartphone Multiport
2. Press the "Scatter File" button and choose this file from a CWM Recovery ROM folder
3. Tick to both "Sel All"
Settings for Smartphone Multiport:
Type: Firmware upgrade
Baud rate: 921600
DA download all: High speed
USB Port: BootRom --->DA
4. Press Start all
On this point firmware should be downloaded on your decive, if nothing happend press the "reset button" on a back of your device.
After this operation you will have a CWM Recovery, but not a main firmware!!!
Installing main firmware
1. Copy A2107A-H v9.zip and gapp-ics.zip to sd card.
2. Boot in to CWM Recovery mode by:
- Press the "reset" button on your device
- Press and hold for a 3 sec. "power" button on your device (after 3 sec. releas the buton)
- When you see "lenovo" logo press and hold vol+ and vol- untill you will boot in to CWM Recovery mode
In a CWM Recovery Mode
Menu down = vol-
Menu up= vol+
accept= power button
1. Choose "wipe data/factory reset"
2. Choose "wipe cache partition"
3. Choose "Advanced" -> "Wipe Dalvik Cache"
4. Go to main menu of CWM Recovery mode
5. Choose "install zip from sdcard"
6. Choose "choose zip from sdcard"
7. Find the A2107A-H v9.zip file.
8. Choose "Yes - Install A2107A-H v9.zip"
Do the same think with gapp-ics.zip and reboot your device.
IMEI repair and ROOT installation
1. Connect your device to the PC (device must be turned on and connected as "USB debugging" and "Media device)
2. Start MTK Droid Tools
3. Press Replace IMEI (fill up IMEI 1 and IMEI 2) and save
4. Reboot device
On this point you should have a IMEI working, if not repeat IMEI repair from point 3.
5. Press ROOT button if the program ask for anythink press "YES" (your device will reboot 2 or 3 times and it will be ready to go).
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Reupload Please

Please reupload the tools section.
Thank you in advance

I will but I dont know where, they was on rapidshare, Blocked already, on a dropbox, blocked already. Any ideas where to upload them?

pemergency said:
I will but I dont know where, they was on rapidshare, Blocked already, on a dropbox, blocked already. Any ideas where to upload them?
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Hi there,
Can you try http://uploaded.net/ ?
I used it for many files so far and seems to work OK.
Thank you.

re
yesterday on Chinese side get everything.
flashed - rom (lots of Chinese garbage) does - only Chinese and English.
English also very buggy - phone goes.
sorry ... google translator

.................................................

german language ?

Yes for settings and all stock app. All apps added by myself are not translated
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda app-developers app

brief assessment of the costum rom "pemergency" mod = which must be paid
- Setup / flash -> OK
- IMEI must be corrected manually by terminal as tool does not work
- Constant error message "simcard failed" (slot2) although only 1 slot has
- "apex launcher" can not uninstall, then stops at the boot process lenovo screen -> I would also like to use but "default / original" surface.
- Spoke only Russian / English / chinese integrated as standart
- Morelocale2 indeed is an alternative but not "original"
ok, first feedback - hope the rom is modified?

mrbonsen said:
brief assessment of the costum rom "pemergency" mod = which must be paid
a) Setup / flash -> OK
b) IMEI must be corrected manually by terminal as tool does not work
c) Constant error message "simcard failed" (slot2) although only 1 slot has
d) "apex launcher" can not uninstall, then stops at the boot process lenovo screen -> I would also like to use but "default / original" surface.
e) Spoke only Russian / English / chinese integrated as standart
f) Morelocale2 indeed is an alternative but not "original"
ok, first feedback - hope the rom is modified?
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a) no comment
b) IMEI must be corrected and it is mentioned in a manual, it doesnt need to be done by terminal, you can simple generate a file and swap with a root explorer
c) This Rom is for A2107a-h which is a 2 slots device, so I dont see a problem on this point
d) I said as this is modiffication, I decide to remove a stock launcher, you can install any other one of your choice
e) I also answered to your question as for german language only original apps are translated and the main system, on other threeead is clearlly said as this rom using more locale 2 for translation.
f) and as a last one, why you expecting anything original in a modiffied ROM?
I stoping to doing anything with this ROM for a simple reason:
- FREE ROM = 900 downloads,
- PAID ROM FOR £5 = 5 downloads - embarrassing
Why?
and one more thing...
My correspondence with mrbonsen, when I tried to help him out with the installation process is also interesting. About 10 emails with instructions to mrbonsen and also 10 emails of insults from mrbonsen. That means something....
So conclusion is simply... go back to your original firmware and I will give you your £5 back

and also 10 emails of insults from mrbonsen.
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I would, at least at three mail the conversation ended :victory:
b) IMEI must be corrected and it is mentioned in a manual, it doesnt need to be done by terminal, you can simple generate a file and swap with a root explorer
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if you tool mitsendest + description for the correction of the IMEI, it should work well. not every user knows another solution
But no matter now - can only recommend not to use this rom :good:
ask no insult but (as in the mails) what's wrong on the screen, apex launcher bug or "bug mrbonsen" - display does not turn or apex

mrbonsen said:
I would, at least at three mail the conversation ended :victory:
if you tool mitsendest + description for the correction of the IMEI, it should work well. not every user knows another solution
But no matter now - can only recommend not to use this rom :good:
ask no insult but (as in the mails) what's wrong on the screen, apex launcher bug or "bug mrbonsen" - display does not turn or apex
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Hehe, ok, this is all my fault, I just should expecting as this ROM could be installed by a persona like you, my bad
BTW I using this ROM from a weak or more and have no problem at all. Waiting for comment from other users ...
Sent from my IdeaTab A2107A-H using XDA Premium HD app

And one more thing, what model do you have? if anything was wrong you could always ask, you didn't so....
Sent from my IdeaTab A2107A-H using XDA Premium HD app

pemergency said:
And one more thing, what model do you have? if anything was wrong you could always ask, you didn't so....
Sent from my IdeaTab A2107A-H using XDA Premium HD app
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You did a great job and 900 downloads are impressive. i have a A2107A-H 1GHz 1GB RAM 16GB Flash - how come nobody is providing feedback or helping out in this development? Could there be a way to update.zip just the standard factory ROM? maybe that could be possible by doing a diff on the chinese and european source code? sorry i'm just a lamer looking to help out. any news from lenovo developers on the 4.1 release?
today is your cwm rom accessible for download for trial?

Ofcourse it is possible to get back the standard ROM just ask someone who still have a European ROM to do a copy by nandroid backup and you can restore this by centeCWM. So after that you will have a stock ROM with CWM but without calling feature.
I nearly finish another ROM with calling feature but this will be based on Russian ROM. I just need to get European system backup to do it same thing with European ROM.
Sent from my IdeaTab A2107A-H using XDA Premium HD app

Password for CWM Firmware : xdadevpemergency
NEW MANUAL AND FILES (discontinued project)
For both option's copy "clockworkmode/backup/modpemergency" folder to sdcard internal or external!!!
OPTION 1: For CWM Recovery devices:
Downloads:
Pemergency MOD custom firmware https://hotfile.com/dl/182755080/f7d30b5/07122012.rar.html
1. Unpack archive 07122012.rar
2. Copy whole folder clockworkmode to your internal storage or external sdcard.
It should looks like this one:
/sdcard/clockworkmode/backup/modpemergency (nandroid.md5 and system.ext4.tar inside this folder)
Boot in to CWM Recovery:
1. switch off dfevice
2. Hold Power Button for 3 sek, release and hold vol+ and - together untill you will boot in to recovery mod
In CWM Recovery:
1. Choose "backup and restore"
2. Choose "advanced restore from internal sdcard" or "advanced restore" in a case of using external card
3. Choose "modpemergency/"
4. Choose "Restore system"
5. Choose "Yes - Restore System"
After update choose
1. "wipe data/factory reset"
2. "wipe cache partition"
4. "advanced/wipe dalvik"
5. reboot.
It will take a while to boot for a first time so no worries
OPTION 2: For non CWM recovery devices
Copy clockworkmode/backup/modpemergency to your external card, it should looks like this:
/sdcard/clockworkmode/backup/modpemergency (nandroid.md5 and system.ext4.tar inside this folder)
downloads:
1. CWM Recovery https://hotfile.com/dl/182805290/fe4ac19/CWM_Firmware.zip.html
2. Flash Tools https://hotfile.com/dl/182820835/8dd3c06/Tools.rar.html
3. New Flash Tool without error (replacement for the one from Tools.rar package https://hotfile.com/dl/183057140/692cbbb/SP_MDT_src_v3.1216.02_A2012.05.22.zip.html
4. Pemergency MOD custom firmware https://hotfile.com/dl/182755080/f7d30b5/07122012.rar.html
5. USB Driver
For windows xp https://hotfile.com/dl/182950442/360c725/USB_VCOM_Driver.zip.html
For windows seven https://hotfile.com/dl/182950251/0c9ee3d/usb_driver.zip.html
Install CWM Recovery:
Device formating
1. Open SP Flash Tool
2. Choose a "Scatter-loading" file from "CWM Recovery ROM" folder
3. Press "Format" in a left top corner of SP Flash Tool
4. Choose "Auto Format Nand Flash" -> "Format whole flash" and press "OK"
5. Connect device to PC, press "reset" button on a back of your device
Your device should be formated on this point.
6. Close SP Flash Tool
Installing CWM Recovery ROM
1. Open Smartphone Multiport
The "Data source file" and "Da file name" should have assigned path from SP_MDT_src_v3.1216.02_A2012.05.22 folder. If is not assigned properly please do the folowing steps:
- File/Open Download Agent File and choose file MTK_DATABASE.mdb from SP_MDT_src_v3.1216.02_A2012.05.22 folder
and
- Factory database/Setup data source file and choose file MTK_AllInOne_DA.bin from SP_MDT_src_v3.1216.02_A2012.05.22 folder
2. Press the "Scatter File" button and choose this file from a CWM Recovery ROM folder
3. Tick to both "Sel All"
Settings for Smartphone Multiport:
Type: Firmware upgrade
Baud rate: 921600
DA download all: High speed
USB Port: BootRom --->DA
4. Press Start all
On this point firmware should be downloaded on your decive, if nothing happend press the "reset button" on a back of your device.
After this operation you will have a CWM Recovery, but not a main firmware!!!
Install pemergency custom ROM
1. Unpack archive 07122012.rar
2. Copy whole folder clockworkmode to your external sdcard.
Boot in to CWM Recovery:
1. switch off dfevice
2. Hold Power Button for 3 sek, release and hold vol+ and - together untill you will boot in to recovery mod
In CWM Recovery:
1. Choose "backup and restore"
2. Choose "advanced restore"
3. Choose "modpemergency/"
4. Choose "Restore system"
5. Choose "Yes - Restore System"
After update choose
1. "wipe data/factory reset"
2. "wipe cache partition"
4. "advancedwipe dalvik"
5. reboot.
It will take a while to boot for a first time so no worries
After that sometimes it is nessesary to repair IMEI
IMEI repair
1. Connect your device to the PC (device must be turned on and connected as "USB debugging" and "Media device)
2. Start MTK Droid Tools
3. Press Replace IMEI (fill up IMEI 1 and IMEI 2) and save
4. Reboot device
Good Luck...

NEW ROM on the way. Will be posted on the end of this week.
- oryginal multilanguage for most of languages like in a stock european ROM (not more locale)
- fixed most bugs from the previous pemergency mod
- stock launcher
- Battery life incresed to 30% more then oryginal ROM
- Battery status in a settings
- Downloading all apps from google store (no incompatibility problem)
- Quick Boot
- Better sim management
- All options for synchronisation, like in oryginal european stock ROM
and many many more...
Finished in 98%
Anyone would like to pay for this £5?
Free update for everyone who bought the previous version!!!

ok, I certainly update :good:
may inform some user from the German forum.
pretty much at the end of the page
http://www.android-hilfe.de/lenovo-ideapad-a2-forum/341347-a2107a-root-cwm-custom-rom-5.html

[Q] Help with Rooting

I am currently trying to root my S3 using the instructions from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709 I got to section 2 where i saw the following instructions. I followed them to the 2 but then at step 6 instead of installing the zip i hit reboot. Now the phone is stuck at the page where it says Samsung Galaxy SIII. This page shows up as soon as I plug the battery in. Did I brick my phone?
Step 2: Download and install the EZ recovery App from HERE (If your coming from section 1 and already have a custom recovery, reboot recovery and skip to step 4).
Step 3: Open app, select CWM recovery, tap the pulldown menu, choose CWM 6.0.1, select flash, then reboot recovery.
Step 4: Perform a Nadroid Backup from the "back up/restore" menu(optional but recomended)!
Step 5: Wipe Data/Factory reset, then under the "mounts & storage" menu Format System.
Step 6: Navigate to "install zip from sdcard", then from there "choose zip from sdcard", and finally install the rom you downloaded in step 1.
Step 7: Reboot.

alnwpi said:
I am currently trying to root my S3 using the instructions from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709 I got to section 2 where i saw the following instructions. I followed them to the 2 but then at step 6 instead of installing the zip i hit reboot. Now the phone is stuck at the page where it says Samsung Galaxy SIII. This page shows up as soon as I plug the battery in. Did I brick my phone?
Step 2: Download and install the EZ recovery App from HERE (If your coming from section 1 and already have a custom recovery, reboot recovery and skip to step 4).
Step 3: Open app, select CWM recovery, tap the pulldown menu, choose CWM 6.0.1, select flash, then reboot recovery.
Step 4: Perform a Nadroid Backup from the "back up/restore" menu(optional but recomended)!
Step 5: Wipe Data/Factory reset, then under the "mounts & storage" menu Format System.
Step 6: Navigate to "install zip from sdcard", then from there "choose zip from sdcard", and finally install the rom you downloaded in step 1.
Step 7: Reboot.
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Power off the phone than try holding power+volume up+home button to re-enter into recovery. Once you are in recovery (as long as it is the CWM recovery) continue from where you left off.

[Newbie] Complete Guide to for Rooting & Install a Custom Rom [Updated 9 Sep 2013]

[Newbie] Complete Guide to for Rooting & Install a Custom Rom [Updated 9 Sep 2013]
This is aimed at new "rooters". The process is incredibly easy.
I also take no responsibility if you mess up somehow, and this is for GSM Hero's NOT Sprint Hero CDMA users.
Original Thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=645253
I have now also included a link to z4root as an alternative.
Here is a link to my backup guide but please be aware that most of it requires root access.
Prelude:
Install HTC Sync from here
Download Universal Androot
Download z4root
Download Root Checker - only if you need to
Download AmonRA Recovery v1.7.0.1.img - easier if you rename this "recovery.img" when it is on your sdcard
Place both downloaded files on your SD Card
Root & Recovery
1. Download and install Astro File Manager from the Market (or use any other file management program of your choice)
2. Open Astro and find and install Universal Androot (or if that doesn't work try z4root) from your sdcard:
Select UniversalAndroot.apk > Open App Manager > Install > Settings> [tick] Unknown Sources > OK > Back > Select UniversalAndroot.apk > Open App Manager > Install > Install > Open
3. In the app and choose the correct version from the dropdown box:
Superuser for Android 2.0~2.2 - if you have updated your phone recently
Superuser for Android 1.5~1.6 - if you have refused updates recently or your country/provider hasn't released one yet
Then choose: "Root "
Wait until it says "Woot ! Your device is rooted !" and exit the program.
4. Download and install Android Terminal Emulator from the Market (use Better Terminal instead if this one doesn't work)
5. Run "Terminal Emulator". Type (press and hold menu to get the keyboard up) in the following:
su (press enter and wait for the "Super User Request Prompt". Choose "Allow" and make sure its ticked to Allow every time.)
flash_image recovery /sdcard/recovery.img (press enter - make sure this is typed exactly as seen)
N.B. If you have issues here, see * notes below for more assistance
6. Turn off your phone and press Home + Power to start it up again. This should boot into recovery mode.
Install Your Custom Rom
Note: This part of the guide can be repeated with as many different rom's as you like. You do not have to repeat the previous section once you have a recovery image installed.
1. Download a Custom ROM from here to your computer.
2. Make sure your phone is in recovery mode (Home + Power)
Plug your phone into your computer and select "USB-MS toggle" in recovery
Place the Custom ROM on your SD card in the main directory and press Home when it has finished copying over
3. Select Backup/Restore > Nand backup > confirm with Home > Wait
(or Nand + Ext if you have A2SD setup)
4. Press back then select Wipe from the main menu, then select:
Wipe data/factory reset > Home
Wipe cache > Home
Wipe Dalvik-cache > Home
Wipe SD:ext partition > Home
Press back button
Select Flash Zip from SD Card
Select the file
Press Home to confirm
Note: Ignore any "errors", they are normal and usually mean you're not using that feature.
5. Once it is done, select Reboot and you will boot into the new Custom ROM.
Updating your Radio
Note: The radio deals with your signal levels and connectivity.
1. Download the latest radio from the following page
N.B. Radio's are not region specific! Just get the latest
2. Mount your SD Card so your computer can read it and place the downloaded file in the main directory
3. Turn off your phone and boot into the recovery screen (holding Home + Power)
4. Choose:
Flash Zip from SD Card
Pick the radio.zip file and press Home to confirm
Wait
Your phone will reboot a couple of times but when you're back on the Recovery Screen just press reboot system now and it will complete the install and put you back into your custom rom.
DO NOT PULL THE BATTERY OUT, THIS WILL BRICK YOUR HANDSET.
5. When this process has completed reboot the phone and you should have the new radio. This can be checked in Settings > About Phone
Original Thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=645253
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This is not a guide for the HTC ONE S, new users please disregard this and use one of the guides from our forum.

Yea I was wondering why this was here, you got lost man

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