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Here is a version of JF's RC33 1.41 without the multi-touch kernal included.
This one is JF's RC33 build modified with the PRE-MT kernal (1.31). It includes all the goodies that are standard with JF's builds and was recompiled from his source. This update does include the 1.41 recovery image.
ALL CREDIT GOES TO JESUS FREKE for providing us with the source for his modified ROM's
If you are interested or do not know what JF has added to the original images check this link
Just like JF's RC33 build this does not include the radio update which can be found here(MD5:CF8714D273FB0274574D9E3831E11FDD) this will need to be flashed separately in any order. To revert the radio you WILL NEED TO FLASH BACK TO RC29 THROUGH THE DREAMIMG.NBH file that can be found here
RC33 PRE-MT Kernal (MD5:97167BFDD7957F4D95C1538410003146)
http://drop.io/qyyqvmd#
*UPDATED* RC33 PRE-MT Kernal 1.42 Recovery image, No Amazon MP3, No Stock Email, no Term Emulator (which can be downloaded from the market, the author has been making changes so I didn't want to include it)
http://drop.io/689ghtm#
(MD5:F1B80E314926C7409DDCA6C0EE107626)
Save the zip file to your sdcard named update.zip, boot into recovery mode (home + power), and then press alt+s. I must recommend that you also do a wipe in recovery mode (alt+w) before applying the update as most of the esoteric issues that arise seem to be from not wiping. This will clear all your data/settings/apps, and you will have to re-register once it boots back up.
Again THANKS JESUS FREKE
Cool thanks for this, glad to see it worked out.
Do you think I would need to do a wipe going from mt rc33 to no-mt rc33?
Doesn't seem like such a large zip is necessary.
Does the MT really alter so many files?
Hopefully there will be a mini version that does the same thing
Only the Kernal is changed so if you want you can extract the boot.img and use the flash_image tool to re-image it over your current one. JF has a thread about the flash_image tool and how to use it at this link
The reason it's so large is because its a full ROM you can flash from RC29 etc. You could probably get away with not wiping but I have to recommend it since 90% of the issues people run into doing the updates seem to end up with a wipe so why not skip the issues. Its easy so re-sync contacts and reload apps.
Hahha thanks, so then the only diff is in the boot.img? Cool.
So I could just switch boot.img's and flash whenever I want to switch between normal and MT?
Ima try it righttt now
Any chance for a ADP1.1 No Multi-Touch ROM? Please?
why would any1 one want it without the multitouch?
Because of few problems with the MT version.
I just used fastboot to flash the image nd I gotta say, touch is workin great.
I like it better this way for sure.
Im gonna wait til multitouch gets fixed up and then ill try it again.
Thers is any "problem" with the multi-touch except that devs are not making apps for its kernal. Therefore some apps may act funny.
I personally don't use the MT at all so I don't want it throught the OS. And I don't know if its in my head but the pre-MT kernal seems to give me better battery life.
topdnbass said:
I just used fastboot to flash the image nd I gotta say, touch is workin great.
I like it better this way for sure.
Im gonna wait til multitouch gets fixed up and then ill try it again.
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Good to hear. Flashing the boot.img is really all that's needed but I wanted to make a full update just for the exercise etc since this is fairly new to me and fastboot might be more difficult for some.
Yeah It's not really a problem.
I figured it's good that both ways are on here now though.
Thanks again!
If youre already running jf rc33 do you need to do a wipe?
Ah, apparently I didn't announce mine with enough fanfare
Oh well, it is a fun exercise.
Uh, and so why would I ever want or need this flash? Dead thread. Nothing added and of no value.
But nice try. Must really like your iPhone and your paycheck...
learningmore said:
If youre already running jf rc33 do you need to do a wipe?
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you will probably be fine without a wipe but i recommend wiping when flashing
quietlurker said:
Ah, apparently I didn't announce mine with enough fanfare
Oh well, it is a fun exercise.
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Glad you got the issues worked out as well. not trying to be disrespectful or anything but I told people i would make up a ROM so i did and figured it might as well have some instructions in case someone needs them. I did see that you had put one up but at the time thekills was complaining about the browser so I went ahead with my version.
and it is a fun exercise
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you will probably be fine without a wipe but i recommend wiping when flashing
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Ok i flashed without wiping everything is running good. Phone is much more responsive touch wise. Everything else still works great. Thanks to you and JF
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Uh, and so why would I ever want or need this flash? Dead thread. Nothing added and of no value.
But nice try. Must really like your iPhone and your paycheck...
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There were request from a number of people for a non multi-touch version. If your not interested simply don't use it.
And as for the other comments....lol
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Glad you got the issues worked out as well. not trying to be disrespectful or anything but I told people i would make up a ROM so i did and figured it might as well have some instructions in case someone needs them. I did see that you had put one up but at the time thekills was complaining about the browser so I went ahead with my version.
and it is a fun exercise
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No worries. If you keep updating your branch in the future, you may want to be sure and change the ro.modversion in the build.prop file.
Quick throw-together. I highly reccomend one of pershoot's kernels from here: www.droidbasement.com/db-blog
Please use one of those. They're much more efficient than the king kernel i've included.
Features
Friendstream
Flippy clock (from SMOKI X)
King stuff (twitter.com/kingklick92)
Gapps
A2SD
Sense
Stable
Maps
Pretty
NEEDS A BIG EXT PARTITION AND A SWAP.
Good luck!
http://www.mediafire.com/?soscld37b0q6wiz
THIS IS UNSIGNED, IF YOU AREN'T USING CLOCKWORK, YOU SHOULD FIGURE OUT HOW TO SIGN IT YOURSELF. I'LL RELEASE SIGNED VERSIONS LATER.
EDIT YOU NEED A 114 MB SYSTEM FOR THIS VERSION DUE TO A 25MB BOOT ANIMATION, PLEASE USE MTD UNTIL I FIX IT
i got you bro. once i get my son to sleep ill test. you know anything yet? data/cam/wifi/gps etc? if not its cool, thats what tests are for.
ok, just doing this for people who dont want to sift through for the signed version: not signed by me, boot animation not swapped by me, *******there is a green bar at the bottom for status of install on boot note though, even after the bar is full it will still take a second IF YOU HAVE ADB INSTALLED RUN A LOGCAT, AS LONG AS YOU SEE THINGS MOVING YOU ARE GOOD. ********. let it sit for awhile like usual after it loads (20+ min). you also have to input the tmo apns to get svc.
link to signed version of the rom
http://goo.gl/opI3
tmo apn's:
http://goo.gl/bNtU
will post back a working/not working in a min.
i would also suggest not doing the system update that it says is avail once you get data working.
Love this.
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Is this compatible with a 32B Sapphire? Or would it be, to the best of your knowledge?
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Is this compatible with a 32B Sapphire? Or would it be, to the best of your knowledge?
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yes this is a port from the 32a rom to 32b. its not signed so you can only flash via clockwork right now. clockwork doesnt require a signiture for it to be able to flash. if you use amon_ra just wait. im booting into linux after i post this now that i have my son asleep and will look into what can possibly be trimmed down then will sign and post up after im done.
ok, decided not to mess with anything, i dont use some stuff but others do, its signed and im gonna test now, just got done doing backup on current rom and will post if it flashes.
need to wait, since i have amon_ra.
Allright!! looking forward to this, I could sign the rom myself but ill wait to see how the rom works for you guys and im also waiting for a class 6 sdcard that I purchased a few days ago... anyways, im gonna try it with the class 4 i have right now after you try it and maybe cut some size
i hate clockwork. and it wont sign for me for some reason. idk why.
can someone please sign this so we can flash.
Good luck, guys. Really interested to see if this works.
im really going to enjoy triming this fat lady and mod a few things
anyone able to sign this thing yet?
Can you make a version that doesn't require an ext partition? Im on a mytouch 3g, should be able to handle it.
can't get it to sign (then again this might be my fault) how about first person to get this signed/flashed uploads some screenshots
btw: i'm using the autosigner
I'm downloading and signin... I replace the bootanimation to one less heavy??
p.s. sorry for my english
edit: I'm uploading to mediafire..if it finish in 5 minutes I give the link...if don't... I must go to work..link tonight..sorry
p.s. I've change the bootanimation..20 mb saved
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=EO5X0HBC
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I simply signed the original file. gl
Download limit is exited
roalex said:
I simply signed the original file. gl
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People will need the MTD hack to flash this.
asb123 said:
People will need the MTD hack to flash this.
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I know, it is pretty easy to do it. I leave it to the devs to play with the size.
asb123 said:
People will need the MTD hack to flash this.
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No, I take off the bootanimation of 20 MB and replace with one of 640kb... and I don't use MTD partition tonight the link..now I'm @ work...
p.s. I'l make a senseless rom
anyone tested it now? i want results; nothing about uploading elsewhere, signing mtd patch etc;
there are enough threads about it. there is a good working signing tool in xda.. search for it as well as tuts for it;
i think this thread should focus on the rom as it is something very interesting and new.
i wont try it at the moment cause i softbricked my phone with mtd patches.
please tell how the rom is...
EDIT: btw i know that this post is senseless concerning the original topic but i just want that this thread stays focused..
Im running Android Revolution and now I would like to flash the recomended radio. However i do not have eng s off so fastboot flash radio radio.img does not work for me.
After reading the effen manual, what i understand is that to flash a new radio I need to
1. rename the desired radio zip file to rom.zip
2. place it in the romzip folder
3. open hack ace cmd menu and select to install my own radio
Heres where im confused. When I follow the link provided to here the instructions seem to conflict each other.
Ive studied this as much as I can over the past two days but havent found much solid info.
I also tried using visionary b4 I even flashed the AR ROM but it did not work.
Could someone confirm that it is as easy as stated above or if im wrong please help a brother out. I just need to flash the recommended radio and havent found a solution im confident with. Please and Thanks to anyone who can help me out.
I personally go by the instructions from the link you provided. Just rename the zip, put it in the root of.your SD card, and flash via hboot. And that's it.
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no no no
this is how it's done for me, minus the links needed to flash the radio, as they are not mine.
You should also flash the matching RIL file (radio interface layer) that HTC pushed out with this new radio. Here are the steps to do all of this:
Below is a link to my dropbox folder containing the P98IMG.zip file containing the new radio. Download this file to your computer. Now we need to check to make sure the file didn't get corrupted during the download process (extremely slight chance of this happening, but we don't want to flash a corrupt file to your phone and risk bricking it). Download md5.exe from below and run it, and browse to the P98IMG.zip you downloaded. The MD5 hash it displays should match this number exactly:
33BAEBAD8B1E7A20F4603AFF0BA66468
You can paste this number into the MD5 program so you can compare them.
Now that we've verified the file is good, copy this file to the root of your SD card and reboot your phone into bootloader mode. Once you're in the hboot/bootloader screen, select bootloader and wait a few seconds and it will automatically find the .zip file and then prompt you to proceed. This process is what flashes the new radio, it takes about 20 seconds or less. Once it's done, reboot into your ROM like normal. Go into settings>>about phone and check your radio version; it should now show 26.06.06.30.
Now we need to flash the matching RIL file. Download the file below and copy it to your SD card. Don't worry about checking the MD5 hash. Reboot your phone into clockwork recovery mode, and then select install zip from sdcard>>choose zip from sdcard then select the RIL .zip file and flash it. Reboot back into your ROM. We are done! Let me how it works for you. You might give it a few days before making any decisions, it seems like some ROMs need to adjust to new radios/RIL files before the battery life settles down to normal (that is my experience anyway).
credit to HenryBravo
My goal is to flash the radio recommended for AR HD. I did so by moving it to root of sd and hboot. But i dont think it took becasue baseband does not match up. It stayed the same after two tries. I would really like to follow the devs instructions for the radio. However I cant seem to successfuly flash it.
NARRRRRRRRRRR did you even read what i typed?
direct instructions
Dude my bad man. Is this the radio for AR HD...radio 12.54.60.25_26.09.04.11_M2 ? the numbers did not match up. I dont see a link for your dropbox though? I really apologize for being dense if i am and I really appreciate your quick reply and patience. thank you
We are going to need more specifics on what you did. But following wdkingerys instructions are exactly what you need to do
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What I did was
1.rename the radio 12.54.60.25_26.09.04.11_M2 (radio recommended by dev) to PD98IMG.zip
2.boot into hboot it found it i got the progress bar on the right had side it took about 5 seconds or so
3. Then i went into fastboot to select power down and then i turned it back on
I want to follow your directions but I dont see the dropbox links. Like i said earlier I really appreciate your patience
Ok I checked out the AT hd thread and yes 12.54. Is the recommended radio. Wdkingery mentioned the stock ATT radio. When you check the radio/baseball in about phone what does it say? It should match to what your trying to flash
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Thats what I thought but it doesnt. I went in the IRC (dont remember which) and have gotten a copy of everything wdkingery said and will follow his instructions. It currently says baseband# 12.28b.60.140eP_26.03.02.26
-i think the problem was that the AR HD recommended radio is for a DHD not sure
I've flashed dhd radios, so that shouldn't be the problem. Though in my case the dhd radios were never as good as stock. Again that was me as plenty of others have gotten better results with other radios. It more of a trial an error in my opinion and flashing radio does have its risks so I tend to stay away.
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I think your right, apparently that radio required eng s off and again thank you.
Im now rockin 06.06.30 and about to load the RIL. Will follow up with results
Got the RIL installed and im good to go speedtest.net app shows 3 down 1 up. Not great but im gonna bet thats more to do with the tornados that just came through here. The network has been iffy throughout the city anyways. Also ill follow the advice given to wait a couple days b4 makin any real judgments. Thank you again to both of you guys. I think ive managed to get my head wrapped around this a little better.
Glad I could help . I think I might have figured it out . I downloaded the 12.54 radio and compared it to my stock zip. The AR ZIP does not contain Android Info text file. This is the first time I've ever looked I.side the zip, so.this is new to me. I believe this file is needed in the zip. Somebody correct me if I'm wrong.
So from reading the flashing radio thread. They state to replace the radio images (with the one you want)so the txt file is probably important and hence it not working for you.
You should try out the stock like you said, and see if it works for you. If not I with this new Info, we should be able to get you on 12.54
On a slightly different note. Eng s-off is not needed. And is even riskier than hboot, trays why many devs prefer the hboot method
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Great thank you. I might still want to try 12.54 in the future so ill keep that in mind. I would like to know exactly why one radio is better than the other anyways so for now im happy with this one. I was in the AR HD irc for a while but couldnt get anyone. Ill get to the bottom of it sooner or later. Thanks again
Hello,
I'm new to android and have had my Inspire 4g for about 6 months and was finally ready to root it last night using attn1's hack kit. Everything went without a hitch!
I was wanting to update the radio on it, but cannot seem to get it to work, I've tried 2 different radio files and when I try to install the zip file it opens it then cancels the installation. I just tried the radio and instructions from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1106324
I'm running Android 2.3.4
Kernel Version: [email protected] #2
Build number: GRJ22-GingerBeast 2.1.2
My main reason for updating the radio is that my GPS isn't really working, it only zeros in when connected to Wi-Fi.
I've been doing a ton of reading, but cannot seem to find the answer I'm looking for to get this installed.
Thanks for any help!
How exactly are you trying to flash the PD98IMG zip file? Are you doing it through CWM? It is supposed to be flashed through H Boot. Put the PD98IMG zip file on your SD card. Do not rename it, extract it, or put it inside any other folders. Power off phone, before doing so make sure fastboot is unchecked. When you power the phone back up press and hold the volume down button and press the power button. the phone will boot up into H Boot and search for a PD98IMG file. If it finds one it will ask you if you want to update and you would press the volume up key to select yes. It will then install the update, (radio files).
Then I was probably forgetting to disable fastboot. I did exactly as you said otherwise, and it never just recognized the file to give me that option to upgrade it.
I've just flashed Revolution to my phone to give that a shot too. This is going to drive me nuts though... I'll never be able to stop trying to perfect my phone now. I never should have rooted.
OK, I'm still stuck. I've tried the above method but it never sees the file. I also tried using "Radio Flash" but I get the error "Failed: remote not allowed" So, I followed the steps and installed Visionary but while it was granted root access, didn't seem to do anything. I tried Radio Flash again and still got the same message.
I'm now running CoreDroid HD V7.0 on LeeDroid 3.15 and I really like it, but I also need my gps/navigation to work properly. I know roms are subjective, but is there something that might work better for me? I tried looking for an updated LeeDroid kernel, but I really don't know what I'm looking for yet.
Thanks again.
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OK, I'm still stuck. I've tried the above method but it never sees the file. I also tried using "Radio Flash" but I get the error "Failed: remote not allowed" So, I followed the steps and installed Visionary but while it was granted root access, didn't seem to do anything. I tried Radio Flash again and still got the same message.
I'm now running CoreDroid HD V7.0 on LeeDroid 3.15 and I really like it, but I also need my gps/navigation to work properly. I know roms are subjective, but is there something that might work better for me? I tried looking for an updated LeeDroid kernel, but I really don't know what I'm looking for yet.
Thanks again.
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If you still have that PD98IMG.zip on your SD card, I would delete it and then re-download the file, put it on the root of your SD card, verify the MD5 checksum, then ensure that Fastboot is unchecked, and power down the phone. Then reboot into HBOOT as Wolf_2 instructed. Make sure you're grabbing the PD98IMG.zip from tribalartgod's thread HERE
I'm thinking that you had a bad download. If you've downloaded a previous file that is also named PD98IMG.zip to your PC, then downloading another file named the same will cause the new file to have a (1) after the name. In this case, if it was put onto the SD card named as such, HBOOT won't flash the file due to the file needs to be named exactly PD98IMG.zip. I've made this mistake before. Clear any/all PD98IMG files off your PC, delete them from your phone's SD card, and just redownload, transer to phone, verify MD5, and if all is well....flash away
Also, have you tried clearing data from the GPS Status app? (if that's what you're using). I've had a few instances where wiping the app's data, clearing cache, toggling airplane mode, and then reopening the app has cured my ills.
Try what dyne said and let us know what happened.
I appreciate your help! I did however find a fix for the GPS on another thread which involved getting RootExplorer and adding a few system files. Works like a charm now. So apparently I was wrong thinking it was the radio that was messing up... what can I say, I've only been rooted for 2 days now.
Last night I tried running the hack kit again to see if I could enable s-off and that hosed my phone so I'm back to GingerBeast again from a restore. Now that I've got the GPS working, it looks like I'll be sticking with this ROM for longer than 4 hours! I need to chillax a bit, this has been very a rewarding but nerve wracking experience.
Thanks again!
If you ran the hack kit originally to get rooted, then you are already S-Off. You do not need to run the kit again. I have tested every version of the hack kit and I never had a problem with it. (The newest attn1 hack kit version is too darn easy.) Something must have happened. Were all anti virus and spyware software turned off? If you were able to restore then you should be fine. As long as you have a back up you can always flash another rom through CWM after you wipe everything to make sure there are no problems.
I had turned off TrendMicro but noticed it was back on again sometime after the rooting process, and never had clicked on it to turn it on. So maybe something triggered it and it screwed up the rooting process? Windows defender was disabled, and I don't have anything else running for spyware/malware.
Just for kicks, if I wanted to go back and re-root, all I'd have to do is start over from step one with the goldcard etc?
The radios I downloaded were from XDA threads, so I felt they were good, but didn't check the MD5 (I know, stupid on my part). I did try about 3 different radios and none would work. Also, I was very careful to make sure I had the name of the zip file correct, so there's no (2) or anything after the name.
The only bummer about the radio is that I'm pretty sure I'm running the stock radio that came with the hack kit, so I'm unable to test others to see if I get better signals or battery life out of another. But this one is doing pretty well, I got 4651kpbs down and 1678up last night... which is good for my house.
Yes, you should be able to just run the hack kit again from the gold card. I always skip that step because I have my gold card image saved so I just put it in the right folder and continue from there. I would also suggest turning off all anti malware software and downloading the whole hack kit again because it may have been corrupted.
Install this RILInfos.apk program on your phone, (created by ZikyHD). It is an easy way to check your radio, Ril, and network settings. The second program you can run on a Windows computer and it is an easy way to check MD5 sums. Go to the radio thread link I provided and you can download the radios and Rils from there. The radios are flashed through HBoot and the Rils are flashed through CWM. Just make sure you don't have any other PD98IMG zip files on your sd card. This thread will give you information on how to do it and it is really easy. Just make sure to follow the directions and check MD5 sums before you flash to make sure you have a good download.
Checking MD5 sums is verifying that the downloaded file is intact and not corrupted. Very important for radios. You don't want anything to go wrong when flashing these. It is also good to check roms also. You can always get a corrupted download and never know it is missing stuff inside or corrupted until it is too late.
One last thing, whenever you flash a new radio and Ril, give it a few days to settle in and then you can start testing to see how it performs.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1106324
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Yes, you should be able to just run the hack kit again from the gold card. I always skip that step because I have my gold card image saved so I just put it in the right folder and continue from there. I would also suggest turning off all anti malware software and downloading the whole hack kit again because it may have been corrupted.
Install this RILInfos.apk program on your phone, (created by ZikyHD). It is an easy way to check your radio, Ril, and network settings. The second program you can run on a Windows computer and it is an easy way to check MD5 sums. Go to the radio thread link I provided and you can download the radios and Rils from there. The radios are flashed through HBoot and the Rils are flashed through CWM. Just make sure you don't have any other PD98IMG zip files on your sd card. This thread will give you information on how to do it and it is really easy. Just make sure to follow the directions and check MD5 sums before you flash to make sure you have a good download. Checking MD5 sums is verifying that the downloaded file is intact and not corrupted. Very important for radios. You don't want anything to go wrong when flashing these. It is also good to check roms also. You can always get a corrupted download and never know it is missing stuff inside or corrupted until it is too late.
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Just thought I'd throw you a thanks, there wolf_2, you really are an asset to this community, and I admire your seemingly endless supply of patience and willingness to help.
I try, but I don't have as much tolerance as you, and am often times quick to jump on people. I know it, but some days are harder than others...
Thank you, I appreciate it. That's very kind of you to say. You are correct, it's not always easy, but if they are nice, I can be nice also. The opposite can also apply, but I try not to let internet posturing get to me. You are a great asset to the community also. Sometimes you need to be a little strict or else things run rampant. You have provided a great deal of information to people and directed them where they needed to go. (Whether they liked it or not.) Thanks for being around.
I don't know how the saying goes, but I know it works with my kids.... something about having to hear the same thing over a few times before you actually get it.
It friggen worked!
I did everything as mentioned and it installed just fine. I think what I was missing before is I wasn't hitting the BOOTLOADER option.
Many thanks!
You are very welcome. I am glad it finally worked. (Repetition is the mother of learning.)
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Thank you, I appreciate it. That's very kind of you to say. You are correct, it's not always easy, but if they are nice, I can be nice also. The opposite can also apply, but I try not to let internet posturing get to me. You are a great asset to the community also. Sometimes you need to be a little strict or else things run rampant. You have provided a great deal of information to people and directed them where they needed to go. (Whether they liked it or not.) Thanks for being around.
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Thanks back.
Indeed, tone matters. I'm much more likely to help someone without preconditions if they are at least courteous and not demanding, and have shown a least a little effort to try to figure out something on their own first before asking.
I have zero tolerance for 5 new threads within 3 hours asking for answers to stuff that could easily have been found had they just browsed back a page or two in a section, or read the stickied threads.
Very true indeed.
Hi guys. I'm hoping my post hasn't broken any forum rules... but anyway, i am very new to android, and i'm still trying to read up on/learn about rooting a phone + flashing a ROM to it. I have a few questions that i'm hoping some experienced people could answer for me =]
1. Does my HTC sensation need to have a certain update before i can try archieve S-Off? (I'm on the Three network [UK] and my software number is 1.34.771.1)
2. How easy is it to brick a device? Im good with computers, and can follow instructions, but seeing as i have no past experience with android, i'm anxious to try flash new ROMs to my phone without insurance - as £500 for a new device would kill me... =P
3. When flashing a new custom ROM to my phone, what kind of 'wipe' do i need to perform? I've read a few articles, all of which say to perform different wipes.
4. I dont understand ' Radio Flashing' could someone kindly explain that to me please?
5. What exactly does CWM backup? =P
I hope i'm not wasting anyones time here, i have read through the articles for noobs, just need some clarification =]
Thanks for everyones time.
~Tbestie~
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Hi guys. I'm hoping my post hasn't broken any forum rules... but anyway, i am very new to android, and i'm still trying to read up on/learn about rooting a phone + flashing a ROM to it. I have a few questions that i'm hoping some experienced people could answer for me =]
1. Does my HTC sensation need to have a certain update before i can try archieve S-Off? (I'm on the Three network [UK] and my software number is 1.34.771.1)
2. How easy is it to brick a device? Im good with computers, and can follow instructions, but seeing as i have no past experience with android, i'm anxious to try flash new ROMs to my phone without insurance - as £500 for a new device would kill me... =P
3. When flashing a new custom ROM to my phone, what kind of 'wipe' do i need to perform? I've read a few articles, all of which say to perform different wipes.
4. I dont understand ' Radio Flashing' could someone kindly explain that to me please?
5. What exactly does CWM backup? =P
I hope i'm not wasting anyones time here, i have read through the articles for noobs, just need some clarification =]
Thanks for everyones time.
~Tbestie~
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1. As long as you are on Android 2.3.3 there shouldnt be a problem. 2.3.4 donesnt have a S=off just yet, i think
2. Bricking is actually very hard to do, if u follow instructions you should be good
3. all you need to wip is the system data, cache, and i reccomend wiping the battery status too
4. Radio flashing is chaning your radio number. this is actually a very easy process. Dont worry about this, all you do is put a zip on ur sd card, and the phone does the rest.
5. ClockWork Mod backs up quite literally everytrhing. Think "Macrium Reflect" for a PC. Or a "Ghost Backup" for a PC.
6. I just added this. don worry about wasting peoples time. We are here to help each other like a community. Let me know if u have any other questions.
I am following this thread, and when u reply i will answer you again. So feel free to ask any more questions.
If you feel like ur ready to root just go to the Development forum and see the 1st sticky thread. Or if u ask i will send u a few links on how to root.
Alankrut said:
1. As long as you are on Android 2.3.3 there shouldnt be a problem. 2.3.4 donesnt have a S=off just yet, i think
2. Bricking is actually very hard to do, if u follow instructions you should be good
3. all you need to wip is the system data, cache, and i reccomend wiping the battery status too
4. Radio flashing is chaning your radio number. this is actually a very easy process. Dont worry about this, all you do is put a zip on ur sd card, and the phone does the rest.
5. ClockWork Mod backs up quite literally everytrhing. Think "Macrium Reflect" for a PC. Or a "Ghost Backup" for a PC.
6. I just added this. don worry about wasting peoples time. We are here to help each other like a community. Let me know if u have any other questions.
I am following this thread, and when u reply i will answer you again. So feel free to ask any more questions.
If you feel like ur ready to root just go to the Development forum and see the 1st sticky thread. Or if u ask i will send u a few links on how to root.
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Thank you very much =] Think i'll give rooting a go within the next week... just want to make my sensation that much faster and improve the battery life!
If you don't mind me asking;
What exactly is a Radio number for?
I am on android 2.3.3 , just my software number seemed different to other peoples phones =P
So if i use this 'Clockwork Mod' to backup everything, once the new ROM has installed, will everything just be the same (apart from the changes on the ROM obv) such as app placements on homescreens etc. Or will i have to put everything back?
Also, say android releases 2.3.5 , im assuming i would just flash an updated ROM over the top of an older 2.3.4 ROM when it is released?
I've read through the 1st sticky a few times already, just to familiarise myself with certain words/actions =]
Finally, what is hboot =]
Thanks again for your time!
~Tbestie~
tbestie said:
So if i use this 'Clockwork Mod' to backup everything, once the new ROM has installed, will everything just be the same (apart from the changes on the ROM obv) such as app placements on homescreens etc. Or will i have to put everything back?
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Clockwork Mod is just a recovery program to allow you to install new ROMs to your device, but most importantly, to let you backup and restore your current device configuration (like a sort of time machine). Most developers recommend Clockwork Mod (CWM) because it is so good at what it does. If anything fails, and you need to use your phone in a pinch, just revert to a CWM backup, and all's well!
So, to answer your question, unfortunately, no. One of the only ways to do that is with Titanium Backup, a program from the Android Market.
CWM is for reverting to previous incarnations of your phone's software and firmware.
Sorry I only answered one question, but it was the only one I knew how to in an effective manner.
Sorry, I can answer another!
tbestie said:
What exactly is a Radio number for?
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A radio is the way that your device communicates with your mobile networking. (wifi, 3G/4G, etc) Different Radio versions (numbers) work better for different people. Most developers will release a matched radio with their ROMs, which is usually what works best for them. Depending on your area, different radios may work better for you. Ultimately concerning radios, Your Mileage WILL vary. it's one of the other big trial and error pieces to flashing custom ROMs.
tbestie said:
Thank you very much =] Think i'll give rooting a go within the next week... just want to make my sensation that much faster and improve the battery life!
If you don't mind me asking;
What exactly is a Radio number for?
I am on android 2.3.3 , just my software number seemed different to other peoples phones =P
So if i use this 'Clockwork Mod' to backup everything, once the new ROM has installed, will everything just be the same (apart from the changes on the ROM obv) such as app placements on homescreens etc. Or will i have to put everything back?
Also, say android releases 2.3.5 , im assuming i would just flash an updated ROM over the top of an older 2.3.4 ROM when it is released?
I've read through the 1st sticky a few times already, just to familiarise myself with certain words/actions =]
Finally, what is hboot =]
Thanks again for your time!
~Tbestie~
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Radio Number/Version is the version of ur radio. This is signal related.
So when updates come out they typically update the
radio and make the signal strength better.
This is something to be careful with, when changing ROMs
make sure that the some you are about to change into
supports ur radio version.
When u use ClockWork Mod to backup it will backup your current settings. So if u backup it consists of your rom , apps, settings, etc. so if u restore that then everything would be like the old one. So Yes, u would have the set everything back on the homescreen. Its ok, u will get used to that.
When they release android 2.3.5 you might have to "wipe" your phone and do it again. Maybe, depending on your rom, you might be able to flash on top of 2.3.4
H-Boot is similar to the Bios of the computer. And you know how carefully you have to be to change that.
But the H-Boot version that the 1st sticky says allows changing of certain things, thus allowing you to have root.
Feel free to ask away, im here to help you
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Sorry, I can answer another!
A radio is the way that your device communicates with your mobile networking. (wifi, 3G/4G, etc) Different Radio versions (numbers) work better for different people. Most developers will release a matched radio with their ROMs, which is usually what works best for them. Depending on your area, different radios may work better for you. Ultimately concerning radios, Your Mileage WILL vary. it's one of the other big trial and error pieces to flashing custom ROMs.
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lol. you posted both while i was writing up my response.
Its good though, because then the OP will get to read 2 times as much, which will make him even better at the terminology and the process
Lol. I'm just trying to be helpful so i can get to posting on the Dev. forums. There are plenty of easy questions there...
Appreciating the help guys =] Starting to understand a bit better!
So when i flash a new ROM, i must flash a new Radio? If i flash the recommended radio, how likely am i to get a good signal? And if im getting poor signal, i just have to keep trying new Radios? ( I Heard flashing radios is one of the ways you can brick your device)
Also with CWM - When the backup is made... do i have to keep it on the Sd card? Or can i move it to the computer so it takes up less space?
And if i understand correctly - CWM basically creates a backup just incase things go wrong you can always revert back?
... If i use titanium backup, what benefits does that bring over CWM? - Is it worth the money?
Thanks again
~Tbestie~
Also, how do i find my hboot version?
Ive started trying to get S-Off... just be reading ahead, it says that Custom ROMs come with root already? Does that mean i just need CWM with S-Off to flash a ROM? Or do i need to Root + Do the Super-Cid thing?
tbestie said:
Also, how do i find my hboot version?
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- Hold the power button, untill you get Shut Down, Airplane Mode or Restart.
- Click on Restart then Yes.
- Wait until all the lights on your device turn off.
- Hold the Vol. Down Button until a white screen shows.
There you'll find HBOOT-XXXXXX
This is your HBOOT version.
To get to your OS again:
- Make sure FASTBOOT is hightlighted.
- Press the <Power> button.
- Go to REBOOT by pressing Vol. Down.
- Press the <Power> button.
Hope it helps
tbestie said:
Ive started trying to get S-Off... just be reading ahead, it says that Custom ROMs come with root already? Does that mean i just need CWM with S-Off to flash a ROM? Or do i need to Root + Do the Super-Cid thing?
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You don't need Root to install a custom Root.
Just S-OFF, CWM and SuperCID I believe..
Just note down your old CID before writing the new SuperCID as you may need it later if you want to flash RUU and afraid of doing something wrong
Later on, if you want to flash RUU (Rom Upgrade Utility) without the fear of flashing a wrong one, you can just write the old CID to your device again
Check this post to know more
Sorry for the silly amount of posts... i cant find how to delete them!
Just so you know - I've archieved S-Off now , and installed CWM successfully.
Am i ready to flash a ROM?
-Also i have save files in games... such as FF7 - FPse , which a really dont want to lose... is their anyway i can copy them/save them somewhere ?
claudenegm said:
You don't need Root to install a custom Root.
Just S-OFF, CWM and SuperCID I believe..
Just note down your old CID before writing the new SuperCID as you may need it later if you want to flash RUU and afraid of doing something wrong
Later on, if you want to flash RUU (Rom Upgrade Utility) without the fear of flashing a wrong one, you can just write the old CID to your device again
Check this post to know more
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How do i find/note down my old cid?
tbestie said:
Sorry for the silly amount of posts... i cant find how to delete them!
Just so you know - I've archieved S-Off now , and installed CWM successfully.
Am i ready to flash a ROM?
-Also i have save files in games... such as FF7 - FPse , which a really dont want to lose... is their anyway i can copy them/save them somewhere ?
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To flash a ROM, you mean Stock ROM (RUU) or Custom ROM?
If Custom Rom, please read my post #13 then do the SuperCID thing as you will need it for custom ROM..
About your saved games, the only way I know you can backup your saved data with is using Titanium Backup, which can be found in the Market.
Obviously, if you still don't know what you're doing, research more and then do whatever you want.
I take no responsibilities about anything that may happen to your phone using any of the methods above.
Good luck
tbestie said:
How do i find/note down my old cid?
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I posted all the instructions in the other link I posted.
You'll find CID: XXXXX, keep this code with you, in-case you need it later for installing RUU and confused about which one to use.
claudenegm said:
To flash a ROM, you mean Stock ROM (RUU) or Custom ROM?
If Custom Rom, please read my post #13 then do the SuperCID thing as you will need it for custom ROM..
About your saved games, the only way I know you can backup your saved data with is using Titanium Backup, which can be found in the Market.
Obviously, if you still don't know what you're doing, research more and then do whatever you want.
I take no responsibilities about anything that may happen to your phone using any of the methods above.
Good luck
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Im going to try install Android Revolution 3.0.0 =]
Starting to understand what im doing. About to make a backup using CWM. =]
*UPDATE* - Performed backup with CWM - Everything seemed to go fine... however i noticed it said ''No sd-ext found, skipping backup of sd-ext''...
Does that mean my SD card isnt backed up?
tbestie said:
Im going to try install Android Revolution 3.0.0 =]
Starting to understand what im doing. About to make a backup using CWM. =]
*UPDATE* - Performed backup with CWM - Everything seemed to go fine... however i noticed it said ''No sd-ext found, skipping backup of sd-ext''...
Does that mean my SD card isn't backed up?
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That's exactly what happened to me when I backed up.
I think you should ignore it, as it is trying to backup an extension in the SD-Card, as you can re-partition your SD-Card using CWM as I understand.
I would be pleased if someone explained to me what exactly sd-ext is and what I'm missing
Good day to you all
claudenegm said:
I would be pleased if someone explained to me what exactly sd-ext is and what I'm missing
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Ignoring it is ok. sd-ext not being backed up is most likely an indicator that an EXT4 formatted portion of your SD card was not found. By default, your SD card is formatted as FAT32 because of its universal acceptance by all OSs. Some users report a performance boost/personal preference toward EXT4, YMMV.
tbestie said:
Does that mean my SD card isnt backed up?
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Most importantly, ClockworkMod does not back up your SD card. that is something you have to do manually on your computer, should you choose to do so. CWM is only responsible for backing up the internal storage of the phone that can be changed or wiped by ROMs (or mike1986's SuperWipe.) ROMs shouldn't change the contents of the SD card.