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[Android] Make bootpackage for booting Android directly

Hi guys,
some of you have asked whether there is an Android ROM yet, but there isn't, so we have to make with workarounds. One very practical one would be to install a clean WM6 ROM, and boot straight into Android.
Now before, we used haret.exe, and we still will. HaRET has a great functionality with it that allows you to make one big .EXE file containing the zImage, initrd and script. Now with the script - this is actually a problem, because
we may want to play with the boot params
we need to put our apn/internet credentials in
So it would be best to have the big .EXE and the script. This is what I've done.
To do it (works under Linux only!):
Download or copy the initrd.gz and zImage you want to use into a directory. Open a command line, switch to that directory. Type:
Code:
wget http://handhelds.org/cgi-bin/cvsweb.cgi/~checkout~/haret/tools/make-bootbundle.py
wget http://gigatron.de/.android/haret-scriptboot.exe
touch empty
python make-bootbundle.py -o boot_android.exe haret-scriptboot.exe zImage initrd.gz empty
(You may need to change the filenames of zImage and/or initrd.gz accordingly.)
Out comes boot_android.exe file. You can now
put it onto your SD card, and create a link to it in \Windows\StartUp
copy it directly into \Windows\StartUp
and in the same directory where you put boot_android.exe, put your default.txt.
Voilà, your phone will boot up Android automatically.
I advise you to put it on the SD card, because then you can take it out during startup if you do not want to start Android automatically.
Hope you enjoy it.
Stefan
P.S.:For starters, I have put together a version with the latest initrd.gz and zImage, at the usual place http://gigatron.de/.android (boot_android_09-03-18.exe)
P.P.S: Here's the diff for the patched haret-scriptboot.exe:
Code:
Index: src/wince/haret.cpp
===================================================================
RCS file: /cvs/haret/src/wince/haret.cpp,v
retrieving revision 1.24
diff -r1.24 haret.cpp
197,198c197,201
< // Run linked in script.
< runMemScript(script_data);
---
> if (len > 1)
> // Run linked in script.
> runMemScript(script_data);
> else
> scrExecute("default.txt");

Hope we can move everyone here.. seidler
Downloading exe file now to try out.. seems like a good compromise for the time being.
Keep up the good work!
Edit: this ignores the startup.txt file and uses the default.txt only?

bally3 said:
Hope we can move everyone here.. seidler
Downloading exe file now to try out.. seems like a good compromise for the time being.
Keep up the good work!
Edit: this ignores the startup.txt file and uses the default.txt only?
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Well, didn't mean to move everyone here, it's just that I'm starting different threads for different topics now. (Kinda like a subforum, which we don't have.)
I didn't know about startup.txt, but it is right, it only reads default.txt. I'm actually thinking about adding an inclusion mechanism to the HaRET script language, so we can set the common parameters (MTYPe etc.) all internally in the big .EXE and still allow to set the user-specific details in the (external) default.txt
Stefan

this is SO GREAT!
would it be possible to include such an exe file in all bundles on androidonhtc ?
wow, amazing, thanks!

kubia said:
this is SO GREAT!
would it be possible to include such an exe file in all bundles on androidonhtc ?
wow, amazing, thanks!
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I don't know about all the previous packages, but I think for all future ones this should definitely be the case.
Stefan

yes, of course, that's what i meant

Helloseidler2547,
I downloaded the sources on http://android.git.kernel.org/repo , as it's written on androidonhtc.com.
In the lastet system.img we can't specify another language than english, but when i look at sources, i can see in many apps sources plenty of languages resources files.
is it the same version used by DZO and you for the packages ?

seidler2547 said:
I didn't know about startup.txt, but it is right, it only reads default.txt. I'm actually thinking about adding an inclusion mechanism to the HaRET script language, so we can set the common parameters (MTYPe etc.) all internally in the big .EXE and still allow to set the user-specific details in the (external) default.txt
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Hmm, sometimes I'm quite blind. HaRET already has a RUNSCRIPT command, which will allow us to do all that we need. Oh well - silly me.
Stefan

thanks seidler, look like a good start... how are use using haret exactly? are there parameters or mouse actions ect?

I'm not sure if I understand your question correctly, but
- developers are using haret for all kinds of stuff, finding out how winmo does stuff and then porting it into the linux kernel
- users use haret just for booting Android (linux) and setting some kernel parameters in default.txt
HTH,
Stefan

seidler2547 said:
I'm not sure if I understand your question correctly, but
- developers are using haret for all kinds of stuff, finding out how winmo does stuff and then porting it into the linux kernel
- users use haret just for booting Android (linux) and setting some kernel parameters in default.txt
HTH,
Stefan
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I was refering to how you were directly using it to boot, but it sounds to me like you are using the source code to recompile for you needs?
I'm farmiliar with what haret is used for, i was wondering how you got haret to directly boot linux instead of bringing up the window where you can change the default.txt location or listen for a network connection before clicking run.

joel2009 said:
I'm farmiliar with what haret is used for, i was wondering how you got haret to directly boot linux instead of bringing up the window where you can change the default.txt location or listen for a network connection before clicking run.
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Just rename your default.txt to startup.txt
don't be too lazy to search

Yes, but with the script make-bootbundle.py, we can make one big .exe for users, containing zImage, initrd and default.txt, which can still read an additional external .txt file (using RUNSCRIPT) -> I think for the whole package this is more convenient for users. Also because the average user doesn't need to change a lot of variables (internet works without kernel parameters, at least for GSM, keyboard settings for at&t tilt could maybe be automated, and userspace access is possible too).
Stefan

Is it possible to install new apps on the latest version ? I have the version from 01-03-2009 and when i try to download an app, it tells me "download failed - not enough space" or something.

You are asking in the wrong thread. Try http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=396782&goto=newpost
Stefan

Oh sorry
Thanks

excogitation said:
Just rename your default.txt to startup.txt
don't be too lazy to search
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Before trying to insult someone by forwarding them to google, try not to be to be too lazy to read the question. I was asking about stefans bundle. Not what is haret and how to use it.
Thanks,
Joel

Creating a ROM Image for ATnT Tilt

I have been working on a project to insert debug messages in low level dlls [like coredll, ws2.dll] and so on. The testing so far was done on device emulators and the .nb0 image seems to be pretty stable on it now.
Where I need help from xda community is how to take the next step - how to generate a ROM image for my kaiser. Specifically what all build options should be specified to my platform builder to get the right image for my device.
I tried to search previous postings for help but could not find one - may be I did not search thoroughly. My apologies if I did not search thoroughly - if it has been discussed in the past - would be great if someone could point me a link to it.
Thnx

TPC and myself has kitchens available for download. Pick one and replace your files, and build ROM.

To be precise - download a kitchen from here?
http://m-s-j.net/tpckitchen/kitchens/

poifgh said:
To be precise - download a kitchen from here?
http://m-s-j.net/tpckitchen/kitchens/
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yes any one will work

Thnx for helping .. have a few hickups setting the ROM up.
1. Downloaded http://m-s-j.net/tpckitchen/kitchens/TPC_KITCHEN_6.120146.7z
2. Doing a build_rom.bat results in the following errors
Failed to set data for 'htcrt_backup'
"There is no device found to meet your project configuration. Try to update your devices file with new one."
"Access Violation - read at 000000"
Do I need to setup some config file somewhere - do we have a README for the process?
3. I dont quite understand the point "replace your files, and build ROM."
I have changes done to coredll and ws2.dll which were compiled using the 'emulator' flag in platform builder
a. What compile flags should the I use before I copy/paste my dlls into the kitchen
b. In the current kitchen - coredll is a directory containing 5 files S00 to S04 and also contains imageinfo files. Do I put in my coredll.dll file? or is there a step in between?
As you could see from my questions, I am complete newbee in building ROMs for phones - would appreciate any help from the community
thnx

I guess you're using Vista, right? It did me too. There are two (three?) solutions:
1. Disable UAC
2. Ignore it and via htc rom tool build .nbh by yourself (click right -> run as administrator on TOOLS\htcrt.exe) - OS.nb is in TMP directory
3. (not confirmed) Run the build script via cmdline manually, AFAIK TPC has got it written somewhere there.

poifgh said:
Thnx for helping .. have a few hickups setting the ROM up.
1. Downloaded http://m-s-j.net/tpckitchen/kitchens/TPC_KITCHEN_6.120146.7z
2. Doing a build_rom.bat results in the following errors
Failed to set data for 'htcrt_backup'
"There is no device found to meet your project configuration. Try to update your devices file with new one."
"Access Violation - read at 000000"
Do I need to setup some config file somewhere - do we have a README for the process?
3. I dont quite understand the point "replace your files, and build ROM."
I have changes done to coredll and ws2.dll which were compiled using the 'emulator' flag in platform builder
a. What compile flags should the I use before I copy/paste my dlls into the kitchen
b. In the current kitchen - coredll is a directory containing 5 files S00 to S04 and also contains imageinfo files. Do I put in my coredll.dll file? or is there a step in between?
As you could see from my questions, I am complete newbee in building ROMs for phones - would appreciate any help from the community
thnx
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this is not the right place to be asking this, if you have questions about my kitchen you need to look in my kitchen thread. you will find the answers to your questions have already been posted there and if you need more help ask there and we will help you.

twopumpchump said:
this is not the right place to be asking this, if you have questions about my kitchen you need to look in my kitchen thread. you will find the answers to your questions have already been posted there and if you need more help ask there and we will help you.
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you know how it is anymore, Have a question = START A NEW THREAD.

msd24200 said:
you know how it is anymore, Have a question = START A NEW THREAD.
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= Flying Fishheads lol

Batch Flasher (splash, radio, and boots into bootloader/recovery)

Hi guys, don't know if I'm posting in the right section or not, if not move it please, I'm still fairly new here.
Thought I would share a tool of mine that I created for my own use.
It'd a DOS batch file that I use to reboot my phone into bootloader, reboot it into recovery, or to create and flash various splash images.
As of 22/05/2011 code was added to flash RADIO.IMG files to your phone.
I did some work extending it so its a bit more user friendly, and contains various explanations, options etc.
Like i say, its just a tool I created for my own use, but I figure you might get some use out of it, or you can use it to build your own custom boot loady thing.
included in the zip is adb.exe, nbimg.exe, fastboot.exe and the adb dll files, so that everything you need is contained in the same folder. There is a read me file that also points out a few features.
Enjoy

Downloaded,thanks mate....
SENT FROM HONEYSENSE

Boskoel03 said:
Downloaded,thanks mate....
SENT FROM HONEYSENSE
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Apologies, going over the code and realized I forgot to remove the lines linking to my default Android directory (which it doesn't need, since its all self-contained now).
Have re-uploaded the ZIP but if you edit the batch file just remove the lines "cd c:\android" and your good to go.

UPDATE-ZIP/Flashable-zip Whole-file Signer

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An easy to use and effective, Flashable-zip(or update.zip) Signer!
There are many update-zip(flashable zip) Signers available, but this is special.
This Signer WHOLE-FILE signs your update.zips/flashable-zips, so it can pass even recovery's Signature Verification(Tested on CWM 5.0.2.8 on HTC Wildfire S)!
Unfortunately, as I am not very veryGood at C/C++ Programming, this tool does not have a Graphic User Interface(GUI).
I apologize, but as I am new to XDA, I don't know how to insert pictures, "Code:" etc, so this thread may look very ugly to you.
Oh yes! And DON'T EVER delete any file included in the zip, as it will cause the zip signer to malfunction.
I may have made this flashable-zip Signer, but I couldn't have done it without this people:
zeppelinrox ( for teaching me a little C/C++ Programming with his scripts )
The creator of signapk.jar ( an important part of this tool )
Google ( For Creating Android so that these tools can be developed )
YOU! ( for testing out my flashable-zip Signer )
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Guide to using this zip signer
To Use this Signer:
1) Unzip the file(Obviously!)
2) Copy & paste the update-zip(a.k.a flashable zip) that you want to sign into that folder.
3) Run ROM Signer.bat
4) Follow the instructions in the application.
5) When it says "File successfully signed......", You are DONE!
After File signing operation succeeds, check the "signed" folder for your signed zip file.
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Portable Java(jPortable by PortableApps.com) DIRECT link
Here are the direct links for the 32-bit & 64-bit Windows Portable version of the Java(R) Runtime Environment:
32-bit : http://jaist.dl.sourceforge.net/pro...Versions/jPortable_7_Update_25_online.paf.exe
64-bit: http://jaist.dl.sourceforge.net/pro...rsions/jPortable64_7_Update_25_online.paf.exe
Just click on the link and the Portable Java RE should start downloading!

Nice work

Marília de Oliveira said:
Nice work
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Lol didn't expect to see you here. Hi @haoyangw long time no see mate

Hi thanks for this signer! good work!
Please if someone can help me,
i have all firmware files for the Nokia 8110 4G and im not sure how to make the META-INF file what do i need to put in there and how to do it, as im trying to sign the package and it dose not go

yowejowe said:
Hi thanks for this signer! good work!
Please if someone can help me,
i have all firmware files for the Nokia 8110 4G and im not sure how to make the META-INF file what do i need to put in there and how to do it, as im trying to sign the package and it dose not go
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Sorry let me better understand your issue first, you want to create a flashable update.zip for installing your firmware files right? So you want to create the correct META-INF files from scratch? Do you have TWRP recovery installed on your phone already? Cos it supports a newer kind of META-INF structure that makes a lot easier. Also your firmware files are for installing into the /system partition, or to be flashed? Sorry for having so many questions haha, I can better help you if I understand the technical details

haoyangw said:
Sorry let me better understand your issue first, you want to create a flashable update.zip for installing your firmware files right? So you want to create the correct META-INF files from scratch? Do you have TWRP recovery installed on your phone already? Cos it supports a newer kind of META-INF structure that makes a lot easier. Also your firmware files are for installing into the /system partition, or to be flashed? Sorry for having so many questions haha, I can better help you if I understand the technical details
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HI thanks for the reply,
i have all .img files for this model i want to flash, its a kaios phone, and i have the original recovery still on it, (will the TWRP recovery work on kaios?) and yes i need to create a META-INF file from scratch.

THANKS FOR MAKING THIS TOOL!!!
You just saved me from a chao of broken bootanimation issue!
I REALLY REALLY APPRECIATE YOU AND I ALMOST CRIED( •̥́ ー •̀ू )!!!
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Is there a Linux version

how can i make flashable zip from IMG-files

i have read some topic here about my question. the only thing i can find is using cygwin with android kitchen. and also android kitchen has the limitation of supported devices.
and my device is not supported. is there any other easy way to make flashable zip from img-files of BOOT, RECOVERY, KERNEL, SYSTEM?
on my device i can use only adb-command, i cannt get my device into fastboot-mode. that is why i ask for flashable zip.

Creating a flashable .zip. This might help.
ari2asem said:
i have read some topic here about my question. the only thing i can find is using cygwin with android kitchen. and also android kitchen has the limitation of supported devices.
and my device is not supported. is there any other easy way to make flashable zip from img-files of BOOT, RECOVERY, KERNEL, SYSTEM?
on my device i can use only adb-command, i cannt get my device into fastboot-mode. that is why i ask for flashable zip.
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I hope the following link may provide some help, it helped me create a few flashable .zip files for my mediate tablet, for uses when needing various versions of android or Linux for various jobs and projects.
The Link: https://www.xda-developers.com/create-your-own-packages-with-android-flashable-zip-creator/
Hope it helps.
Merseygeek.

merseygeek said:
I hope the following link may provide some help, it helped me create a few flashable .zip files for my mediate tablet, for uses when needing various versions of android or Linux for various jobs and projects.
The Link: https://www.xda-developers.com/create-your-own-packages-with-android-flashable-zip-creator/
Hope it helps.
Merseygeek.
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ok, but with this application i cannt import img-files. the img-files i have, are:
boot, kernel, misc, recovery and system.