[SOLVED] 2.2 won't update - Droid 2 Global General

Hi.
I got a D2G NIB. It came with 2.2 but it won't auto-update to 2.3.3 and I don't know why. It is an official release now if I'm not mistaken.
I have tried different methods of installing it but they don't seem to work, specially because my phone does nothing in bootloader form. It says something like:
Batery OK
Ready to program
But refuses to go any further. I got various updates files and can't do anything with them.
I also researched the forum for an "ultimate guide on how to install GB on D2G" and there just isn't any.
Is anyone kind enough to point me in the right direction? I read here that theres's a method that uses your computer and a CD to install it. Really, anything stable is good for me.
Thanks in advance.

You don't need the Bootloader mode.
First, read http://droid.koumakan.jp/wiki/Android_Recovery and then refer to http://droid.koumakan.jp/wiki/4.5.608_Firmware for a guide on how to update manually.

Gasai Yuno said:
You don't need the Bootloader mode.
First, read LINK and then refer to LINK for a guide on how to update manually.
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That was extremely helpful. Thanks a lot!
You guys should make this a sticky.

Are you wanting to root and/or rom this phone?
If so, this link will tell you how to do both.
http://rootzwiki.com/index.php?/topic/4922-CM7-for-Droid2-Global-User's-Thread#entry113470
As always, read read read.
Droid2 Global CM4D2G-GB-20111217 ***CM7 RevNumbers Kang***

Dax01 said:
That was extremely helpful. Thanks a lot!
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You're welcome. Although I kind of don't have enough time at the moment to actively update the wiki…

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How to flash roms?

Can someone please help me flash a rom (viperrom trinity). A step by step guide on how to do it for someone who has no idea what he's doing. I rooted my phone with OneClickRoot, and that's all I know. Also, I was wondering, if I flashed this rom would I still be able to use different lauchers like SPB Shell 3D Mobile, or ZeanLauncher?
Yes you'll be able to use other launchers, and it would be helpful to know what phone you have, as the methods differ from phone to phone.
I'd also suggest doing a little research on your own. The information is already out there. I learned by reading, not by posting new threads, so I know it's possible.
(from... Evo/MIUI/Tapatalk)
which phone do you have?
I have an Epic 4g, guess that would be good info to give haha
asdfxchris said:
I have an Epic 4g, guess that would be good info to give haha
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can you verify for me that you have clockworkmod recovery installed?
How do I do that?
Read some tutorials it helped me a lot.I flashed my phone twice and I barley learned how about 2 weeks ago.

I need professional help please

Dear professionals,
I'm having a problem and I really need your help.
I have bought the "HTC Desire S" off ebay and it came out to be Orange locked, I have unlocked it successfully however it still has Orange ROM and all the useless Orange apps, can someone please tell me how to remove it and install a regular official ROM as they r very annoying and the ROM has no updates..
I appreciate your help
thank you very much in advance
yahyoohy said:
Dear professionals,
I'm having a problem and I really need your help.
I have bought the "HTC Desire S" off ebay and it came out to be Orange locked, I have unlocked it successfully however it still has Orange ROM and all the useless Orange apps, can someone please tell me how to remove it and install a regular official ROM as they r very annoying and the ROM has no updates..
I appreciate your help
thank you very much in advance
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THIS IS NOT A DEVELOPMENT THREAD.
In answer to your question, open your eye's and read.....there are sticky's in the forum that have all the answers....make an effort!
I don't know how you managed to post in this area with only 4 posts...anyway...forum fail!
EDIT: Have requested that mod move thread
ben_pyett said:
I don't know how you managed to post in this area with only 4 posts...anyway...forum fail!
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you can do that using the mobile app i guess.
ben_pyett said:
THIS IS NOT A DEVELOPMENT THREAD.
In answer to your question, open your eye's and read.....there are sticky's in the forum that have all the answers....make an effort!
I don't know how you managed to post in this area with only 4 posts...anyway...forum fail!
EDIT: Have requested that mod move thread
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take it easy, u might hurt ur self
ok its not quite in the right place, but no need to bite his head off.
anyway, in answer to your question, the way i removed the branding from my vodafone DS was this
http://revolutionary.io/ download this tool and follow its instructions, this will root your phone and give you a recovery tool that will allow you to flash a new ROM onto your phone.
With the phone rooted, you will be able to back up your data using an app from the market. Titanium Backup is the usual favorite.
EDIT : may be wrong about it providing root, I personally skipped the backup step as I had no data to lose, but if that is the case there are guides in the forums for obtaining root access
next look through this forum to find a ROM that suits your needs, from the sound of things you want the stock one, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1230029 should suit you.
download the zip file and transfer it to your SD card.
next you need to reboot into your recovery mode by turning the phone off, then hold the vol down button and power button together and selecting recovery from the menu
finally use the volume buttons to select install zip from SD card, and point it at your downloaded rom. it may take a few mins so allow it to finish then select reboot phone.
again this first boot may take a little time, but once its up you should have a debranded ROM as if you had just bought the phone new.
Add the details for your google account and redownload your backup app so you can restore your data and you are good to go
thank you very much for your help,
I shall give it a try,
by the way, will be able to install official updates on it, or will I have to stick with custom ROMs for ever?
thanks again
yahyoohy said:
thank you very much for your help,
I shall give it a try,
by the way, will be able to install official updates on it, or will I have to stick with custom ROMs for ever?
thanks again
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Nooo, not forever. Just until you get a new device
But seriously: Custom roms don't work with official updates. The trick is that most of the custom rom developers provide their own flashable updates for their roms. The difference is in the way you perform the update. There are even fairly developed custom roms, like MIUI, which have their own over-the-air updates (actually more often than official updates are coming.)
EDIT: In fact, you can switch back to a stock rom anytime and get the official updates back.
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ben_pyett said:
THIS IS NOT A DEVELOPMENT THREAD.
In answer to your question, open your eye's and read.....there are sticky's in the forum that have all the answers....make an effort!
I don't know how you managed to post in this area with only 4 posts...anyway...forum fail!
EDIT: Have requested that mod move thread
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Hi Ben, had a bad day perhaps?
Hi Ben, had a bad day perhaps?
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lol, possibly....hello,
although a lot of effort had been put into creating a lot of resources which are very user friendly, so it's quiet frustrating when they aren't even looked at.
Plus development is for just that, which is why the moderator moved the thread.
Swyped from my Desire S using XDA Premium
ben_pyett said:
lol, possibly....hello,
although a lot of effort had been put into creating a lot of resources which are very user friendly, so it's quiet frustrating when they aren't even looked at.
Plus development is for just that, which is why the moderator moved the thread.
Swyped from my Desire S using XDA Premium
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Hi man,
I really appreciate what guys u r doing here, its just I’m a newB here, this is my first android phone, all I want someone to direct me where to find the info I need … no need for the attitude.
Keep it up guys
mimirom said:
Nooo, not forever. Just until you get a new device
But seriously: Custom roms don't work with official updates. The trick is that most of the custom rom developers provide their own flashable updates for their roms. The difference is in the way you perform the update. There are even fairly developed custom roms, like MIUI, which have their own over-the-air updates (actually more often than official updates are coming.)
EDIT: In fact, you can switch back to a stock rom anytime and get the official updates back.
Thanks for the info mimirom
OK, I understand... but how do I get the official stock rom?, and by stock that means it has no Orange apps at all right ?
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Once unlocked, i.e. rooted, you can use titanium backup or a root file explorer to uninstall the apps you don't need from the rom you are running atm.
(@ben - what was it you said to me th other day? "no need to sound off" ... hm)
Sent from my HTC Desire S
yahyoohy said:
Thanks for the info mimirom
OK, I understand... but how do I get the official stock rom?, and by stock that means it has no Orange apps at all right ?
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Well, again: read around the forum a little, please. There is a sticky thread right on the top of the development section, called ROMS/RECOVERY/ROOT etc. It's a must read for newcomers. Very useful thread. There you find a link to a collection of stock roms. These are distributed as .exe files, so you can run them in windows and a simple-to-use installer will pop up and help you with pushing the stock rom to your phone. It is advisable that you double check that you are flashing the rom you really want. Someone here will help you to choose the right one.
EDIT: By the way in the general section (where we are now with this thread) there is also a very useful sticky. It's called Guide for Newcomers to Android. Seriously, it's a good read, given that you own an Android phone...
mimirom said:
Well, again: read around the forum a little, please. There is a sticky thread right on the top of the development section, called ROMS/RECOVERY/ROOT etc. It's a must read for newcomers. Very useful thread. There you find a link to a collection of stock roms. These are distributed as .exe files, so you can run them in windows and a simple-to-use installer will pop up and help you with pushing the stock rom to your phone. It is advisable that you double check that you are flashing the rom you really want. Someone here will help you to choose the right one.
EDIT: By the way in the general section (where we are now with this thread) there is also a very useful sticky. It's called Guide for Newcomers to Android. Seriously, it's a good read, given that you own an Android phone...
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OK man, I will do that, thanks for the tips
Thanks chris5s, Ill definitely give it a shot.
This tool would help to get rid of the annoying Orange splash screen, and other useless apps could be removed as stated before.
Of course, best way is to install generic HTC European rom or custom rom of your choice.
Aforementioned tool would also help install roms, radios, etc, of your choice.
Good luck
Peace
Edit: sorry, Android flasher won't help install roms, but will help with installing custom recovery - Ext4 or Clockwork Mod - essential in s-off/rooted flashing.

So I just picked up an Asus EEE Transformer..

Running Android ICS 4.0.3 and Build Number IMLL74K.US_epad-9.2.1.21-20120413
Every method of rooting I find has nothing to do with ICS, could someone help me on my marry way, I would really appreciate it. I just want to do a basic root, so that I can maybe change the kernal and pep up the CPU a bit.
Help would be rewarded :-D
ViperMod in the Prime form works for all but the latest firmware otherwise you have to downgrade first
And for future reference search first and questions go in Q&A not themes and apps
mrevankyle said:
ViperMod in the Prime form works for all but the latest firmware otherwise you have to downgrade first
And for future reference search first and questions go in Q&A not themes and apps
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Sorry about posting in the wrong forum, I should know better, but I have tried downgrading and it does not work, it seems like once you are on 4.0.3 you are stuck. I just tried this method right here and got nowhere, it says nothing about an update being available...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1106587
rbgCODE said:
Sorry about posting in the wrong forum, I should know better, but I have tried downgrading and it does not work, it seems like once you are on 4.0.3 you are stuck. I just tried this method right here and got nowhere, it says nothing about an update being available...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1106587
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Take a look at this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25385687
baseballfanz said:
Take a look at this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=25385687
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Thanks and I did thank you, I am trying this now, I am guessing I want ICS .11, since that one is still rootable. I am trying it now, I cant believe I got this it was already on 4.03. Why do people upgrade just to upgrade... jerks.
I will let you know how this goes.
I think .17 is rootable with ViperMod also or you could just do Wolf's method 3 which let you install the recovery blob via abd and flashing the su afterward with cwm
Yeah, I actually went with the .11 Blog backup, and then rooted it without any problem at all, now just what to do, what to do... I do appreciate everyone who helped out, thanks much.

I am a NOOB, Can anyone willing to writing a guide of how to install custom ROM?

I am a NOOB and I know nothing about how to unlock/ROOT the device
I really want to install the CleanROM but the installation guide is too simple
Can someone tell me how to do this step by step? with picture/youtube?
I know unlocking the device will loose my WARRANTY
So, I don't really want to brick my TF700 due to my noobness..........
Thank you X1000000000000000
noobwow said:
I am a NOOB and I know nothing about how to unlock/ROOT the device
I really want to install the CleanROM but the installation guide is too simple
Can someone tell me how to do this step by step? with picture/youtube?
I know unlocking the device will loose my WARRANTY
So, I don't really want to brick my TF700 due to my noobness..........
Thank you X1000000000000000
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You didn't even look in the Development section before you made this thread or did you (aside from the CleanROM thread)?
Hint: take a look at the pinned/sticky threads.
Wrong place
Switch to Q&A
Ask there
noobwow said:
I am a NOOB and I know nothing about how to unlock/ROOT the device
I really want to install the CleanROM but the installation guide is too simple
Can someone tell me how to do this step by step? with picture/youtube?
I know unlocking the device will loose my WARRANTY
So, I don't really want to brick my TF700 due to my noobness..........
Thank you X1000000000000000
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Check this link out. If you already on JB the latest version, then you just skip section 1 and start with section 2.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1938129
Wrong forum and there are already stickies explaining how to do what you asked. Look and you will find.
buhohitr said:
Check this link out. If you already on JB the latest version, then you just skip section 1 and start with section 2.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1938129
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That's what I used. Couldn't have made it any more simple.
noobwow said:
I am a NOOB [...] but the installation guide is too simple [...]
X1000000000000000
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cmdrdredd said:
That's what I used. Couldn't have made it any more simple.
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We're all on the wrong track here: the OP said the guide was too simple already -- we therefore should set ourselves to the task of making more complicated. Knowing both myself and the rest of you, this should come rather naturally, so what's taking you so long? MAKE IT HARD ALREADY!
J/K -- read the stickies. In my opinion, if you can't do it with all the info provided --which is more than enough --then read and learn a LOT more on the basics of Android before you even attempt this (suggested topic would include at least recoveries, bootloaders, nandroid backups, and, obviously, rooting). You run a significant chance to end up with an expensive paperweight if you don't. If you do not feel comfortable yet, play around with your 700 for a bit, try rooting next (little harm done, little risk involved) and then move on to the heavier stuff.
I thought I was somewhat tech savvy ... not troo however!
In order to flash a ROM which comes as second nature to most Androidians I was at a total loss initially.
Yet with concentration, YouTube, XDA, Google Play and a slowdown of tipping the wineglass I was able to crawl from the sandpit.
This has all lead to a new mountain to climb.
There's a few things I find tough like fastboot for instance and that pesky Titanium Fup , yet I'll absorb those eventually.
Dealing with Android and it's many options has definitely been a reading experience.
Good luck to all who dive in!
No doubt noobwow is struggling to find his thread now since it has been moved. :silly:
Let's hope he makes his way into this forum and recognises it.
sbdags said:
No doubt noobwow is struggling to find his thread now since it has been moved. :silly:
Let's hope he makes his way into this forum and recognises it.
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Golly I'm a noobster and I stumbled on it...har-har-har
sbdags said:
No doubt noobwow is struggling to find his thread now since it has been moved. :silly:
Let's hope he makes his way into this forum and recognises it.
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Probably not until we've had another few days of poking fun at some innocent newbie for a bit. Poor guy still hasn't solved his problem, probably.
ar.............
I found my post!
I just had problem on the "pre-requise" in the installation guide
I have already had JB on my TF700 and I knew I can just start from session 2
but I would appreciate if someone can teach me how to unlock and get the custom recovery
I know unlock tool can be downloaded from ASUS website
But what bother me is the custom recovery
:fingers-crossed:
noobwow said:
ar.............
I found my post!
I just had problem on the "pre-requise" in the installation guide
I have already had JB on my TF700 and I knew I can just start from session 2
but I would appreciate if someone can teach me how to unlock and get the custom recovery
I know unlock tool can be downloaded from ASUS website
But what bother me is the custom recovery
:fingers-crossed:
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go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795156 to download the unlock apk tool (use second link). Launch the app and just follow the on screen direction, that's it. NOTE: currently Asus is having issue with their server, so the tool will failed. You just keep trying until it works. Once your device is unlock just follow the link and continue with section 2. Remember, after you install custom recovery (TWRP), you just boot into recovery and flash the Cleanrom. Cleanrom already rooted so you don't have to root your device.
Heck if did the ROM flash I'm pretty sure most anyone could figure out how to do it.
Linux\Android is a whole different animal to me so I've been studying...even bought a book about it
buhohitr said:
go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1795156 to download the unlock apk tool (use second link). Launch the app and just follow the on screen direction, that's it. NOTE: currently Asus is having issue with their server, so the tool will failed. You just keep trying until it works. Once your device is unlock just follow the link and continue with section 2. Remember, after you install custom recovery (TWRP), you just boot into recovery and flash the Cleanrom. Cleanrom already rooted so you don't have to root your device.
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Thanks!
Now I am just waiting for my SquarTrade Warranty recieve my amazon receipt and confirm my warranty works.
Also, wanna have someone confirm they cover unlock device.
then i will install the cleanrom.
the stock rom just drive me crazy.
PS. I ordered Surface RT for my little brother.
:highfive:
Maybe you should start with a cheaper toy
Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using xda premium
maverickmarc said:
Maybe you should start with a cheaper toy
Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using xda premium
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That would've been very sound advice about two to three weeks ago.

[Q] new to ROMs

Hi,
i am new to ROMS and want install the ROM [JB 4.3 r2.2] [ KatKiss-4.3 #024], i have search a lot but am confused about the the steps since my tablet still on Ice Cream sandwich 4.0.3 and unrooted, so can anyone guide me on the steps to install the room, do i have to root my device?
Thanks a lot
zak_2099 said:
Hi,
i am new to ROMS and want install the ROM [JB 4.3 r2.2] [ KatKiss-4.3 #024], i have search a lot but am confused about the the steps since my tablet still on Ice Cream sandwich 4.0.3 and unrooted, so can anyone guide me on the steps to install the room, do i have to root my device?
Thanks a lot
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Please see the "sticky" threads in this forum where you posted this question. There is a guide to rooting your tablet. Yes, in order to install KatKiss you need to be rooted. Please see the link below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1366743
zak_2099 said:
Hi,
i am new to ROMS and want install the ROM [JB 4.3 r2.2] [ KatKiss-4.3 #024], i have search a lot but am confused about the the steps since my tablet still on Ice Cream sandwich 4.0.3 and unrooted, so can anyone guide me on the steps to install the room, do i have to root my device?
Thanks a lot
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I urge you not to rely too much on the guide that was posted, the razorclaw method no longer works.
I have a rooting guide here that is quite in depth and should get you going so long as you do not have a TF101G.
http://www.transformerforums.com/fo...nt/31927-frederucos-guide-root-rom-tf101.html
frederuco said:
I urge you not to rely too much on the guide that was posted, the razorclaw method no longer works.
I have a rooting guide here that is quite in depth and should get you going so long as you do not have a TF101G.
http://www.transformerforums.com/fo...nt/31927-frederucos-guide-root-rom-tf101.html
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Hey frederuco, if you know for a fact this method doesn't work, could you report it to the Forum Moderators and have it removed or unstickied? Thanks!
TomTcom said:
Hey frederuco, if you know for a fact this method doesn't work, could you report it to the Forum Moderators and have it removed or unstickied? Thanks!
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I've pointed out many times over the years that thread is obsolete and should be unsticky but it still is.
☞Sent from here☜
Ahhh, ok. Good to know. Thanks.
TomTcom said:
Hey frederuco, if you know for a fact this method doesn't work, could you report it to the Forum Moderators and have it removed or unstickied? Thanks!
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baseballfanz said:
I've pointed out many times over the years that thread is obsolete and should be unsticky but it still is.
☞Sent from here☜
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@baseballfanz - I hope you are sitting down.
I asked again for it to be unstuck, and they finally unstuck it! I know we have both reported it at least once in the past, I guess enough squeaking and the wheel will get greased!
frederuco said:
@baseballfanz - I hope you are sitting down.
I asked again for it to be unstuck, and they finally unstuck it! I know we have both reported it at least once in the past, I guess enough squeaking and the wheel will get greased!
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Lol, cool! Thanks.
TomTcom said:
Please see the "sticky" threads in this forum where you posted this question. There is a guide to rooting your tablet. Yes, in order to install KatKiss you need to be rooted. Please see the link below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1366743
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I tried these methods but unfortunately my tablet is above B70 sois not working, i have tried several ways to root my device but none has works so far, it seems am stuck with my original rom (
THanks a lot for replay
frederuco said:
I urge you not to rely too much on the guide that was posted, the razorclaw method no longer works.
I have a rooting guide here that is quite in depth and should get you going so long as you do not have a TF101G.
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I will try this method and hope it will works, i've tried so many but none seems to works
Thanks a lot for replay )
TomTcom said:
Hey frederuco, if you know for a fact this method doesn't work, could you report it to the Forum Moderators and have it removed or unstickied? Thanks!
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baseballfanz said:
I've pointed out many times over the years that thread is obsolete and should be unsticky but it still is.
☞Sent from here☜
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frederuco said:
@baseballfanz - I hope you are sitting down.
I asked again for it to be unstuck, and they finally unstuck it! I know we have both reported it at least once in the past, I guess enough squeaking and the wheel will get greased!
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If you guys run into something like this, let me know. I am still around this section a bunch and use my TF daily.
@zak_2099 I suggest using EasyFlasher. Mine is a B70 as well, (is an SBK1) but once Wheelie was introduced, it didn't matter if SBK1 or SBK2. If you need any of the files that won't download for some reason, just let me know and I can upload them this weekend.
@baseballfanz Nice to see you around again. Been a long time. Hope all things are well with you.
Rom wan't boot
Hi all.
Relly i wanted to ask this in development forum, but I can't to some posting restrictiions for new registered users. So i'll write here, may be someone have a solution.
I flashed No-name CM10.2 nightliy on my tf101g, but it wan't boot, just showing me asus splash and stops. I used ROM from this topic: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2402752
Why can be like that? CM10.1 also from NoName running now ok, but 10.2 just wan't boot at all. So i tried some erlyer builds and got the same result. Flashing process finished without any errors.
And also, there is no builds about a month, why and where I can get them? Should I build it from git repo?
Thanks.

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