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[Q] MaPan MX319/JXD S9100 Help

As far as I can tell, the title says what the tablet's model is although I'm not 100% sure as it doesn't have any stickers or decals giving any clues as what it's exact model is other than it has 8GB of storage.
My brother found it in a house he was remodeling for someone. The last occupants of the house were long since gone and the owner (who my brother was doing the work for) said he could keep it and since he already has a tablet, he gave it to me.
The downsides to this are;
1. It has no SD card. But I can easily go out and buy one.
2. It's locked with a passcode and since it's original owners are long gone, there's no way to get the code.
The passcode can range from a single digit and above so guessing was obviously out of the question.
I tried looking up the recovery button sequence and after trying countless different ones that I've found, I've had no luck.
Windows 7 recognizes it as a USB Composite Device, I've tried the instuctions found in google to get it to recognize it as a tablet, but so far no luck there either. The tablet doesn't even show a prompt for USB Mass Storage when it's plugged in. It simply displays the passcode number pad.
I've considered flashing it but LiveSuite is a joke. After trying to decipher all the broken english, it wont even recognize the tablet. I found the firmware on the MaPan website after digging through all their tablet models and comparing the pictures until I found the exact match of the one I have.
Any idea how I can make this tablet usable? I have Ubuntu 12.04 in virtualbox as well if using that will make it easier.
Also, if anyone asks for pictures, I'm sorry as I don't have a camera. I have a cheap phone but it doesn't have one.

Huge Surface RT 8.0 problem..

Well then, I probably totally killed my Windows Pro RT 8.0..
Here's the issue; I've had it for a day and after installing updates and attempting to update it to 8.1, I hit reboot and.. that was the last time it ever worked.
Now it is in an endless auto repair loop.
When you boot it up, it shows the surface logo, followed by ''starting up auto repair''..
After showing that for awhile, it goes into the same surface logo screen, followed by ''diagnosing your pc''
.. and after some time, it just does Exactly the same again! No menus or options are showing, even after hours!
And here's the kicker; I've tried six recovery usb images so far. None of them worked! I have a 8 gb 3.0 usb flash drive, both .iso images and put the files directly onto the usb. Both didn't work. (Yes I've applied them both in a good way )
Booting it up while holding the volume down - button does nothing.
I'm a student from the Netherlands, any support is GREATLY appreciated!!
What I didn't try yet; I don't have a surface touch pad (with keyboard eh). If I could get into the system using that, I'd like to purchase it.. but otherwise, not.

If you've only had it for a day, I would exchange it with the vendor. If you can't (or don't want to ship it back) contact Microsoft Support. I'm sure there are other diagnostic things to try. But maybe someone here will know those things. I haven't had any issues with my RT that a restore hasn't fixed.
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drearyworlds said:
If you've only had it for a day, I would exchange it with the vendor. If you can't (or don't want to ship it back) contact Microsoft Support. I'm sure there are other diagnostic things to try. But maybe someone here will know those things. I haven't had any issues with my RT that a restore hasn't fixed.
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Thanks for the reply
Unfortunately, the store which I bought it from won't take it back. They can give me a 30% refund At Best since they can't re-sell it anymore, because I already opened and started up the product (this also classifies under ''customer mistakes'').
Hopefully someone knows! Currently looking for stores who can fix surfaces, but it's still relatively unknown here it seems.

Um... just checking, is it a Pro or an RT? There is no such thing as a "Windows Pro RT 8.0". That wouldn't even describe any kind of device!
Windows is an operating system family.
Windows RT is an operating system product line that runs on ARM tablets.
Windows RT 8.0 is the release of the Windows RT line that was present on the original Surface RT from Microsoft.
Windows 8[.0] is an operating system that runs on x86 and x64 CPUs powering desktop, laptops, tablets, and so on.
Windows 8.0 Pro is a specific edition of Windows 8.
There is no Pro edition of Windows RT.
Surface is a line of tablets from Microsoft.
Surface RT is an ARM tablet by Microsoft that comes with Windows RT 8.0 and is upgradable to Windows RT 8.1.
Surface Pro is an x64 tablet by Microsoft that comes with Windows 8 Pro and is upgradable to Windows 8.1 Pro.
There are a bunch of other things, but hopefully you can now speak more clearly about the problem...
Anyhow. So, you have a Surface. It's either RT or Pro. It's bootlooping. I feel compelled to point out at this time that XDA is *NOT* a product support forum! Unless what happened was the result of applying some hack you found on here, this is probably not the best place to look for help. There are actual support forums, not to mention real tech support options where you can talk to people who have the ability to do things like issue warranty replacements. That is where you should be. But, with that said...
First of all, unless consumer protection laws are *way* weaker in the Netherlands than the rest of Europe, you should be covered. One day would fall under lemon laws even in the US, I think.
Second, considering that you tried putting the ISO files on the flask drive you talk about using, I'm skeptical that you have "applied them both in a good way" as that is never, so far as I'm aware, the correct way to do it. For example, you may have neglected to make the drive bootable.
Third, have you tried connecting a keyboard (via USB) and using that to access the recovery options? Holding the volume buttons *should* work (although I forget exactly which ones you hold for which effect) but it's possibly work trying a keyboard as well/instead. The Touch or Type Cover keyboards would not work here; the EFI doesn't have drivers for them (only for USB, which they do not use).

Turn your old Android device into a Cloudserver

Hey folks!
I recently thought of possible projects to realize with my old Samsung Galaxy S2. It has a shattered screen, but beside that its perfectly working. I thought it's somehow a shame to leave this device unused, since it is actually such a powerful computer. And I guess that applies to many of you: You get a new phone and your old phone rests somewhere in a drawer. You could sell it-but either it some misfunctions (which are often simply from a beauty aspect ), or you simply want to keep it. That's how I got to the idea to use my old Galaxy S2 as a cloudserver.
For that I basically installed Ubuntu Touch on it (which is available for many Android devices) and then on it the ownCloud server. And it works ! Now I have my phone running on the charger and a perfectly working cloudserver. At the moment I use a 32 GB memory card, but it would be possible to attach a mass memory via USB OTG. But then I would have to power the phone directly from the wall plug (which should be possible with a normal 5V charger and a diode), but ... meh, next project .
A small demonstration you can see here:
To read the whole story with step-by-step guide, check my new blog:
http://klonom.com/turn-your-old-android-device-into-a-cloudserver/
What do you think of it?

[q] jlab pro-7

I recently brought a cheap android tablet (JLAB PRO-7) from Staples on Black Friday. Has anyone flashed a rom or did anything with this particular tablet?
I tried rooting it even though it came partly rooted and now evey time it is cut off or it reboots it is back to as if it came straight out the box. Do any one have any idea on a fix for this?
PRODUCT DETAILS
Basic Tablet Offers Reliable Internet and Email
The Jlab 7-Inch Tablet comes with 8GB of storage, plus an expansion slot for an addition 32GB of microSD memory. It uses a dual-core Cortex A7 1.2 GHz Processor and 512MB RAM. The .3 MP front-facing camera makes video chats easy, and integrated speakers provide clear sound for voice, video, or music. The tablet runs on a rechargeable lithium battery, which lasts 3 to 4 hours on a full charge.
Allwinner Boxchip A23 Dual Core Cortex A7 1.2GHz Processor
7” display, 1024 x 600 resolution
512MB DDR3 system memory
8GB with micro SD slot for up to 32GB additional storage
Webcam: 0.3MP Front Facing Camera
Integrated speakers
XP/Vista/Win7/Win8 & Mac OS 10.4 or later
Android™ 4.4 KitKat
Handles Movies, Music, and Email All in One Place
Watch movies in widescreen format, listen to your favorite songs, surf the web, and check email, all from one device. A microSD expansion slot supports up to 32GB of additional storage.
Front-Facing Camera for Video Calls
The front-facing 0.3 MP camera and integrated speakers make video calls easy.
Package Contents
JLab Pro-7 7-Inch Tablet, 8GB (JLAB PRO-7), charger, and user manual.
SPECIFICATIONS
Tablet Screen Size (Inches) 7
Tablet Resolution 1024 x 600
Tablet Processor Details Allwinner Boxchip A23 Dual Core Cortex
Tablet Processor Speed 1.2GHz
Tablet Memory Size Details 8GB
Tablet Memory Expandable 32GB (w/ Micros SD slot)
Tablet RAM 512MB DDR3
Tablet Operating System Android
Audio Details Integrated Speakers
Camera 0.3MP Front Facing Camera
Battery Life Filter 3-4 hours
Battery 2400mAh Li-Polymer Battery

Glad someone else is looking to root JLAB also!
I am desperately looking for info on this also. You left out the biggest surprise and annoyance with this low-end tablet...NO ABILITY TO MOVE APPS TO THE SD CARD!!! This thing is running 4.4.2 for Chris sake! After OS install, you only have 5GB internal memory. I put a 32GB card on it in order to shuffle off the app memory hogs and I can't even use it!!! <calming down...>
As a result, I get "insufficient memory available" errors for many programs. And some won't even consider the tablet for install. I know you get what you pay for, but the specs on this thing aren't awful. It just needs a decent OS on it. I tried loading into the bootloader once and almost bricked it. When rebooted, the "JLAB" opening screen came up and just stayed there...forever. I finally had to leave it on overnight to completely run down the battery to get it back from the abyss.
Please, if anyone has this thing and is able to put a decent rooted OS on it, post it here. Thank you!

+1 any headway?

I got one for xmas from a friend... I was able to root it with kingo root tool for windows.
I hope this helps.
Make sure debug mode is on in developers options.
To enable this mode clicking the "build number" a few times in system settings.
It rooted my device but i ran into a few issues. First every time the device does a full restart it makes me do the welcome wizard also
(unsure if my defective or not) my wifi signal becomes extremely weak even though i am sitting next to the router.

Kewlz now that we have root all we need is a custom recovery. Id be willing to test out a recovery if someone wants to make one.

I found out the all these cheap tablets are rebraned the manufactor is trio they also sell tablets under their own name.

For the love of God please make a room for this. It's often rebranded please let us know if it works with some other room.

enp82003 said:
I got one for xmas from a friend... I was able to root it with kingo root tool for windows.
I hope this helps.
Make sure debug mode is on in developers options.
To enable this mode clicking the "build number" a few times in system settings.
It rooted my device but i ran into a few issues. First every time the device does a full restart it makes me do the welcome wizard also
(unsure if my defective or not) my wifi signal becomes extremely weak even though i am sitting next to the router.
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I also rooted my Pro 7 using KingoRoot and am now facing the issue of a factory reset every time the device restarts or powers off/powers on. Were you, or anyone else able to solve this problem? Thanks!

I did not resolve the issue. I returned the thing and got my money back. There are much better options out there then this cheapo thing.

There are definitely better options but it was free on cyber Monday at tiger direct. It will be a decent tablet for my young son if I'm able to get it sorted.

wewantutopia said:
There are definitely better options but it was free on cyber Monday at tiger direct. It will be a decent tablet for my young son if I'm able to get it sorted.
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I agree with you. But logically it's been a year and these China tablets see no dev love. Unless you know the inners of android OS... I wouldn't suggest it because you will be taking on issues like this alone. ebay the Toshiba Thrive. They are really cheap now and run so much better. If i remember right someone made custom kitkat for it. It's really durable and strong perfect for a kid.

enp82003 said:
I got one for xmas from a friend... I was able to root it with kingo root tool for windows.
I hope this helps.
Make sure debug mode is on in developers options.
To enable this mode clicking the "build number" a few times in system settings.
It rooted my device but i ran into a few issues. First every time the device does a full restart it makes me do the welcome wizard also
(unsure if my defective or not) my wifi signal becomes extremely weak even though i am sitting next to the router.
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It's been several years since I had an android device but I go the same black friday deal and figured that it would be a great ereader (free). Now I need a little more room so I'm trying to root but both kingo and king root failed for me.. Any ideas? I'm on a mac running windows through a VM but I don't think that is the issue.

Your version is obviously newer as this thread was made last Xmas. As I stated these devices have little to no support so finding a working root would be hard. Your computers os shouldn't matter. If you want an easy root return the device and get a name brand device.

12.2 awaiting imaging. What do I do now?

Last July my note 12.2 crashed and I had to wipe and reset. I thought I had been saving my pictures to my card like my phone but I alas I had not. I was resigned after a month to do the reset, did so, rerooted, installed twrp and was just ready to get rolling again after so long without a tablet. However I read a great blog on imaging tablets and being able to recover many many files, found it plausible and could now go after my son's baby pictures and Christmas pictures. However I will need to install Linux on my computer and get that going again to do it and I've not been able to find a long weekend to do it without interruption by the kids. I just need to image it then I can take as long as I need to carve for the pics. I just can't get the time. It's been 8 months I've been without my tablet and it's starting to effect me negatively. So what do I do?
1. Beg my wife for the time to do the needed work to make the image. This would be difficult at best, and I'm understating that massively.
2. Try and find a new 12.2 64gb and use that till I get the time to image the old one. Expensive and I'm getting an old device.
3. Get a surface tablet, expensive and not android.
4. Get a new Samsung android tablet. New but I don't know what to get and if any newer ones can be rooted or have an SD card slot.
I'll take any and all suggestions of help.
Thank you in advance.
Signed
-in desperate need of a tablet to use

Would it really take more than an hour using a live cd to recover files? Most of the time it's doing its thing scanning the filesystem while you can do other things.