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Since msullivan's guide is generalized for all devices I thought I would tailor one specific for our Evo's.
I take no credit for any of this except for what is my own personal experience. 99% of the following has been taken from the original thread HERE
I have not tested this on an AOSP rom nor gingerbread for that matter. If anyone has confirmed it working I will add to the list. Supposedly CM7 cannot find the image file, if that's the case the resolve should be: In Android the "real" location is often /mnt/sdcard, and then the /sdcard mountpoint is added for simplicity. So yeah, my guess would be that Cyanogen doesn't have the /sdcard mount. You can fix your issue by opening the file "bt" in a Unix-compatible text editor (such as Notepad++, or an editor on the phone itself), and replace all instances of "/sdcard" with "/mnt/sdcard".
Working so far:
Froyo Sense (MynsWarmTPTRls5)
Evo Deck (gingerbread) 1.2f
CM7 (gingerbread) Thanks DoManOfFuture
WARNING: THIS IS NOT FOR THE FAINT OF HEART
UPDATE: My goal was to create a version of BackTrack 5 for ARM that was easy to use and install. As of this time, that IS NOT the case! The versions posted here are **probably not** going to work straight out of the box. If you know what you are doing in a Linux environment, you'll probably be able to get it working.
Because of this, the project is currently completely unsupported. You are free to dive in, but you are doing so with no support for me, and I'm not liable for any damage that might be done to your device's ROM.
I encourage you to pass this up unless you know what you are getting yourself into!
If you were referred here from the XDA-Developers.com article...
Hi there! Let's get one thing on the record here... this is *not* a native client! This is the chroot + VNC method that we'd been using to get Ubuntu running with Android for a while. The article makes it sound like that's the case, but sadly it's not. However, with the chroot + VNC method we can really run BackTrack 5 on an Android device, and it really does work. This takes some technical skills, and isn't for the non-Linux experienced user.
Requires a rooted device!
BackTrack 5 installation guides are making their way around this forum. I've tried to synthesize it all, but I've also added my own touches to help with usability and features, along with a workaround for the "ioctl LOOP_SET_FD failed" error message some people have been getting.
In theory this build is nearly universal, so if you have an Android device it should work. I've put it all in one zip file that you can download directly from my website, no hassles or wait timers.
If you are interested have a look, feel free to re-post. Credit goes to the BackTrack team and xda member anantshri (he's got skills, give him props guys), who built the base image file.
If you like what you see help me out, hosting is expensive!
http://www.mattslifebytes.com/donate
(alternatively, you can show interest in the products and services featured on my website, if you know what I mean )
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Instructions:
BusyBox-
First things first you'll want some of the prerequisites one being Busybox. I'm currently running Myn's Rls5 Rom. All I had to do was go to the market and install "BusyBox Installer." Open that and install the latest version
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If you do not have one go to the market and install "Android Terminal Emulator"
VNC-
You'll also need a VNC client. Go to the market and find a suitable VNC Client. "android-vnc-viewer" is a good one.
Starting Backtrack5-
After you have the zip downloaded you'll want to unzip it and place the "bt5" folder on the root of your SD Card.
-Next open your terminal emulator and type “su” <enter>, “cd /sdcard/bt5″ <enter>
-Now enter “sh bt” <enter> (in the future to start BT5 skip the line above and come straight to this command)
-enter "y" when it asks you if you want to start with VNCserver.
Note: I had already ran this before which is why your screen may look different
-Now all you need to do is open your VNC client and connect with the following info:
127.0.0.1:5901 pw: root
When you are finished go back to terminal emulator and type "exit"
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DOWNLOAD:
Direct HTTP Links:
http://brilldoctor.co.cc/Files/BackTrack5ForARM-MattsLifeBytesEditionv2.zip
http://www.shenye.co.uk/files/BackTrack5ForARM-MattsLifeBytesEditionv2.zip
Mirrors:
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=M6YCKZLR
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Thanks
I'm running CM7, and am a very competent linux user so I'll give this a shot. I'll post back with the results. Doesn't seem complicated, well getting it running at least, maybe the build process was, but I'll get back with the results none the less.
Update: Works like a charm.
Updated compatibility list. If anyone is running a different rom and these instructions worked for you let me know so I can add it in. Thanks!
Just thought I'd mention, using your guide, this is running perfectly on my Nexus S running 2.3.4 (rooted, deodexed and zipaligned). I have the UI up in the VNC viewer and also can SSH in from my mac too.
Running BT5 on a Nexus S (9023i) with CM7 nightly 88 no problem. It is not very quick, but hey, it works.
Install was not to difficult at all, just download, unzip, run "sh bt", and connect with VNC
so i got it to work on ava-z3 but when in backtrack i tried to run console commands and it didn't work maybe i did something wrong or its just not supported for the phone may be someone can help if they can i was trying to crack my own wep and i have done it many times on my computer but when i tried it on the phone it didn't even recognized basic commands i get it you can run backtrack 5 but what are you able to do with your phone can annyone explain and advice me ?
*rubbing hands together* downloading now. Hope it works on the n1
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Just so you guys know you cannot crack WEP with this. This method CANNOT have direct access to your wifi card therefore it cannot support a lot of the methods used to crack, etc..
This is backtrack5 running on top of your android rom.
Just thought I'd make that clear to those thinking they have a mobile cracking OS That's what netbooks are for lol!
Frank's Tools
This is a compilation of methods used to modify, install and recover your system on the TF101. This is a one click root, ubuntu installer and dianostic/custom set of tools. I did not make any of the ROM's, NVFlash, ADB, aBootimg or any other tools inside of this installer. I just make the user friendly interface and easy to use process for modify your TF101.
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What you need:
Nvflashable ROM
Ubuntu Filesystem
SBK1 system
Instructions:
1.) Extract archive to a location of your choice.
2.) Put Ubuntu.img and ROM into main folder ( Ubuntu, system, boot and recovery IMG ).
3.) Run the tool.
4.) Do whatever you like
*note: Ubuntu may have to resize the partition. Let it do its thing it may take a couple of minute to do it.
To use Ubuntu you have to press power and volume down when booting. And then press volume up.
Error Reporting Format
1.) Operating System (PC):
2.) SBK Version:
3.) Model:
4.) Transformer Storage Size:
5.) Install Option chosen:
6.) Problem:
7.)Command Output:
- Provide as much information as possible, also if possible pictures are always good.
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NVFLASH AND ABOOTIMG IS PROPERTY OF THEIR RESPECTFUL OWNERS.
Release notes:
Version 1.1.3
-Dualboot - Android as Default, Ubuntu as Secondary. *Fixed Bootloop
[Carried over from previous version]
Version 1.1.1
-Basic Install with Android as default and ubuntu as secondary.
- Android only install
- Detailed install process
- GUI for aBootIMG and NVFlash* Simple, but still a GUI
- Added Keyboard button for starting the virtual keyboard inside ubuntu.
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*Due to recent events i will no longer develop this tool. I am releasing the source so everyone can benefit from it. Please if you use my source give me some credit. Part of the reason i am stoping the development of this tool is because to much of my time is being spent on it and causing problems. So here you go guys, merry Christmas...
Frank's Tools SOURCE - VB
Frank's Tools Version 1.1.3
Lilstevie's Thread - Ubuntu Filesystem(Ubuntu.img)
oh my god!you released this,the same vday that i try to put ubuntu on transwformer....i have windows and this,is a big news!hi have a question--ubuntu.img that is HERE...is ok?i put it in main folder?and system.img,you mean the system.img of a nvflashable rom like prime or revolver and i should put it also in main folder?
Hi there,
Sounds like a great tool and im very interested. Can you dual boot with ubuntu and the current rom?
Does it replace CWM ?
Is thereanything to prepare, before installing etc?
I was also wondering if this just completely wipes the tablet and puts only ubuntu or whether it can dual boot. Dual boot would be awesome.
Sorry should of been clearer it uses prime and it is dualboot. Ubuntu is primary. The ubuntu img is from lilstevies thread. Ill update the original post with links.
Can you make an option so that prime is the default and android is secondary?
Where do I get the .imgs? Could've at least linked to them.
The system.img file is a nvflashable rom like prime. The ubuntu img is from lilstevie's thread "Ubuntu on the Transformer". As for the Dual-boot with android as default it will be on my next release. Its a long story on this release. I had alot of options for this release, but it would take alot longer to get it all finished. So i released this mini-version just to let people play around with a little bit. My next version with have a bunch of options along with a GUI interface for ADB and NVFlash.
So will this only work on devices with SBK1?
Correct. As of right now it is on SBK1
frankc123 said:
Correct. As of right now it is on SBK1
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So it probably won't be possible on an SBK2 device until it is cracked?
This is exactly what i been waiting on gonna try this asap, thanks boss!
Edit: I just hook the transformer up to computer in nvflash mode and click intall?
Sent from my Revolver Powered Asus Transformer
As of right now sbk2 devices does not work with this install method.
Anyone that has used the tool i would like some input if its working for you or if you are having any problems with it.
I need SBK2 cracked lol
Hmm looks like mine is an sbk3
What would have happened if i had tried to flash this ?
hmm maybe i've been out of the loop for the past few month but what is SBK1/2/3 ?
also, i'm already running revolver, would rather keep this intead of prime... is there anyway of installing this without loosing all the data on my revolver install and keeping revolver?
i wait your next release,with android how primary OS.....
So, what if we did a nandroid on our current rom and pulled the system.img from the backup, would that work?
Danny-B- said:
Hmm looks like mine is an sbk3
What would have happened if i had tried to flash this ?
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where does this SBKv3 come from? I have not heard of devices with yet another SBK, unless of course you are referring to the SL101 or TF101G, but those devices wouldn't be SBKv3, they would be SBKv1 for those devices, the nonclementure for the SBKs are TF101 SBKv1 (The currently known key) and SBKv2, the definition of them is relative to the device itself, as that is key v1 and key v2 for the TF101
sorry i might be wrong. I did a search and found a thread that said it could be sbk3 ...
My serial number is B70KAS309901
What I have tried:
SuperOneClick (all versions) <-- Siege Tanks Were Doomed
Gingerbreak <-- Just sits there
Z4Root <-- doesn't do anything
Rageagainstthecage <-- doesn't work
tried flashing Clockwork mod via tcard like works for the ZTE Blade, phone pretends like it is working then reboots and no change, trying to start using the power button and vol - yields nothing.
tried cooking my own rom with the kitchen make the update.zip file
Do adb reboot recovery
the phone comes back to the android system recovery <3e>
I select the option to do update.zip from sdcard
I get:
verifying update package...
installation aborted...
I need root access to remove the AT&T preloaded apps that won't uninstall won't stay killed and are hogging all my space on the phone (limited storage). I would also like to be able to upgrade to 2.3.7 from my current 2.3.4 and possibly make my own roms.
I have emailed ZTE Chinese support to see if I can get an non pork filled rom the Indian who answered their tech support line didn't have an answer and told me not to flash the ZTE roamer rom (if I could even find it) because it will brick my phone. They have been no help!
What am I doing wrong in the android recovery (I have tried both installer scripts)? Is there a way to rebuild the system.img from the system folder that was created in the kitchen because I might be able to rebuild it into the .bin file that the phone will accept from a sdcard with the built in update feature?
Ok so I figured out how to repack the system.img I then dropped it back into the folder and used zte-pack.exe to build my .bin file. I go to the tcard update and it fails verification...is there a signature that needs to be made? I didn't see an option in zte-pack
i got the same phone with at&t....was unable to root it either, but i only tried super one click...
good luck and share, if you find a way.
Not sure if there is away as of yet. Just did a fast search and it seems no root has been done for it yet
try another time z4root
I am unable to root my XT928 either...Good Luck!
Apo11on said:
i got the same phone with at&t....was unable to root it either, but i only tried super one click...
good luck and share, if you find a way.
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I am soooo close just need that extra little bit of help, I will get it and when I do I will definitely share. I've only had a droid for 2 weeks and I have come this far, I am not going to stop. I have a BS in Computer Science and used to be a MCSE, I don't know this tech well enough yet but I will. Just hoping someone on here has the skillset I need to help complete this,
primanka said:
try another time z4root
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tried it multiple times as I have with all of the one click exploits and custom rom trials
We got root, just need a forum to post, and maybe anotehr tester if someone is interested.
Shoot me a pm
jcase said:
We got root, just need a forum to post, and maybe anotehr tester if someone is interested.
Shoot me a pm
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Thank you kind Sir! jcase to the rescue again - spent a couple of hours with me and busted this thing open. I can confirm my AT&T Aveil ZTE Z990 is fully rooted now. Mad props to jcase
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Will post instructions after I Get another tester and write it up, however I am submitting a CVE And reporting it to google/zte. It is particularly dangerous (as far as malware abusing it).
jcase said:
Will post instructions after I Get another tester and write it up, however I am submitting a CVE And reporting it to google/zte. It is particularly dangerous (as far as malware abusing it).
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Just woke up and saw this...can't wait to test thanks. PM Sent
I can confirm it works..I am now rooted!
jcase said he will post later... was able to remove the annoying at&t apps and gain back 30mb using titanium back...now to learn how to flash a custom rom...
http://www.androidpolice.com/2012/0...e-avail-att-offer-quick-and-easy-root-access/
enjoy
There are detailed instructions for rooting, unlocking, other ROMs and more on a Russian site but I don't understand much of it. If anyone can help out it would be great!
I'm prevented from posting links here but search for zte Roamer unlock.
schoolage said:
There are detailed instructions for rooting, unlocking, other ROMs and more on a Russian site but I don't understand much of it. If anyone can help out it would be great!
I'm prevented from posting links here but search for zte Roamer unlock.
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we know about this - i'm fluent in russian. none of their file links work - it's an old thread on 4pda forums. you can use translate.google.com or several other engines, to translate web pages in real time.
according to ZTE although they share the same model numbers they have different radios (IE GSM / CDMA) and flashing the roamer to the avail will brick it. Apparently ZTE has not gotten the concept of using distinct model numbers yet...
I was able to get root by simply entering *983*7668#. watch the screen and you will see a message that says wait a few minutes for root. I then installed superuser and Titanium Backup proceeded to remove the apps I didn't want/need, I was also able to backup everything else that I wanted to!
theloon said:
I was able to get root by simply entering *983*7668#. watch the screen and you will see a message that says wait a few minutes for root. I then installed superuser and Titanium Backup proceeded to remove the apps I didn't want/need, I was also able to backup everything else that I wanted to!
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How did you run Titanium Backup without installing a su binary?
shimapan said:
How did you run Titanium Backup without installing a su binary?
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It just worked, even after a fresh flashing of the T card image.bin from ZTE.
Oh and heres a little batch file with needed files to automate jcase's procedure.
Greetings Everyone,
We have a team over at thriveforums (.org, not .com) who are trying to root the toshiba excite and we need help. If there were a Toshiba Excite thread here on XDA I would be putting this there.
Things we know:
-From the box, toshiba excite is able to be temp rooted through ADB via:
Code:
$ tputimg --des ../data/local.prop
$ echo 'ro.kernel.qemu=1' > ../data/local.prop
$ exit
[email protected]$ ./adb reboot
The only problem with this is that we get screen errors that looks like a boot loop, but is simply a jumpy screen. ADB still works.
-We cannot remount /system as rw because of sealime.ko, a kernel module which is loaded in init.rc that protects that partition. A modified boot image can remove this.
-We can't try modified images without a recovery or else we could brick the device without being able to flash the original boot.img.
-There is no fastboot.
-There is no flash_image.
-We cannot port any recovery image (including Clockworkmod via builder) because... (see next)
-We cannot flash anything to any partition other than the original images we pull from /dev/block/mmcblk0p1 and mmcblk0p2 (Recovery and Boot, respectively). I have used split_bootimg.pl to pull them into kernel and ramdisk.gz files, and made it again with mkbootimg and it works. But, once I decompress the ramdisk files things go to hell. I've used various guides I've seen to do so, but when I flash it back to the device the device doesnt accept it.
It seems the problem has to do with the compressed ramdisk file. Once you open it up then try to recompress it, it doesnt like it.
Things we don't know:
Is there another way to compress this file?
Is there a special option I should be using? ( --base, and I've used the other info from split_bootimg.pl)
**Edit**: I followed instructions according to http://b.oldhu.com/2012/02/16/how-to-unpack-and-repack-android's-boot.img-correctly/ and found that the
--base option should equal 0x10000000
Does anyone have any other ideas?
We need help here and i'm yanking my hair out. This is a beautiful (despite the slight screen leaks) quad-core tablet that I do not want to give up on.
**EDIT**: I have confirmed the problem. The issue is during the unpacking of the ramdisk:
If I:
1. Split the recovery image
2. rebuild the recovery image as is
Then
Everything is GO
But, if I:
1. Split the recovery image
2. Decompress the Ramdisk
3. Recompress the Ramdisk (no edits)
4. Rebuild the recovery image as is
Then
Everything breaks.
**EDIT** With help from Fuses, it seems that there is bytes of code that look like a signature that is generated outside the normal compression.
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and where next?
I looked at the Hex code from a recompiled recovery to the original recovery. Everything's different including the kernel. Which I think means there is some special way to compress is that we need to get from toshiba. Or, that theres an encryption.
Man I wish we could get toast on this Im sure he would love a good challenge
I wish you guys the best +1 on this.
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Do u have an excite tablet?
t1nk said:
I wish you guys the best +1 on this.
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk 2
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who developed the compression method used? Can toshiba have the right to change the program to have some encryption incorporated. Or is it some new way of compressing developed by the android source team used in ics?
I dont understand the roadblock were up against.
maybe a little more knowlege on the subject would enlighten me
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Will that help us root?
Just wondering if having source from toshiba, will help us root
I'm surprised there is no root yet...and by surprised I mean disappointed lol. I wish I knew something to try and help out. Oh well, good luck
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wayneb02 said:
I'm surprised there is no root yet...and by surprised I mean disappointed lol. I wish I knew something to try and help out. Oh well, good luck
Sent from my AT300 using Tapatalk 2
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+1!
Well, Fuses from the Lazypanda people believes its something that has to do with gzip. As in: a) different compression levels, or b) different version.
The different levels all compress to the same size, so I believe i can safely say that that is not the issue.
Unless I go through and try install/reinstall every other version, I can't test them.
I think there is something of a signature or hash that is being used. But, I am by no means an expert. I wish one of the smart devs (like the people who rooted the SGSIII) could hop on this, because I've been past my experience limit a long time ago.
News from DALEPL:
OK, I got some good news and some bad news... First the good news... I now know why we canot load an alternate recovery or modified boot image... Now the bad news... Toshiba has locked the bootloader, so if there is any change, it will not boot. I talked to a Toshiba Engineer and he let me know this. There is a brite side, but only a shimmer at this time. Several of the engineers have spoke up about this. The engineer asked me if there were any other tablets with unlocked bootloadres. I told him Asus and Acer are. He said that they (engineers) have sent a message to Toshiba Corpotate and asked about providing an unlocked bootloader, but they have not received an answer yet. What I am trying to get accross is that we do have advocates within Toshiba, but they too may get nowhere with this.
We talked about the fact that DRM will not work on a rooted device. He said he under stood this and this is what they conveyed to Toshiba Corporate. Only time will tell. So, as it stands, we would have to get an unlocked bootloader in order to get the device rooted.
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Whthacker I think you would be a good candidate to request unlocked bootloader.
from what ive seen u communicate very well on the forums, you get your point accross, I think you should ask the for the unlocked bootloader. I think u would have as good a chance as anyone.
(what good is giving us the source code with out anyway way to use it on the device) because of the locked bootloader
They want us to be guinea pigs and look for loopholes that could or (as in cases now couldn't) help... For what I use it I have looked for an unrooted solution (as far as going usb tethering to get tcp) and use it as a display, but I noticed that C97 dual core runs Air Display just as good. Why spend the $100 more? Custom bikes & cars won't see a difference, well on price - cheaper -
nothing new on this?
Petition to Toshiba
No new updates yet. I've started a petition to Toshiba to unlock the bootloader. I would appreciate everyones signature. Thanks a lot.
https://www.change.org/petitions/to...tloader-on-the-toshiba-excite-line-of-tablets
matt11601 said:
No new updates yet. I've started a petition to Toshiba to unlock the bootloader. I would appreciate everyones signature. Thanks a lot.
https://www.change.org/petitions/to...tloader-on-the-toshiba-excite-line-of-tablets
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Signed.
Was the 100th petition signer.
Hope we get somewere with this
Signed it last night. Hopefully we get enough signatures to make them reconsider
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Also, to avoid useless threads on general, Q&A or useless posts, please read the FAQ below, it's like a Mini-Guide!
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It has LINUX/UNIX and MAC support!
In order to use the linux version, read the readme-linux file, do what says there.
After that run M7MultiToolvX.X-L.sh in terminal.
MAC users should run M7MultiToolvX.X-M.sh
Enjoy and press thanks as there was some work involved here! [*There is an easter egg in the tool, if don't have what to do, try to find it, tip - in the main menu, find the magic letter *]
Features: - Install device drivers (Windows XP/7) [Beta! Feature].
- Show you the code needed for HTCdev Site.
- Show your CID.
- Flash CWM 6.0.3.1 -Touch and Classic.
- Flash TWRP 2.5.0.0 - Touch.
- Flash Stock Recovery ( 1.29.401.16R )
- Relock your bootloader.
- Make logfiles - logcat/dmesg.
- Permanently Root your device.
- Backup and Restore.
- Fancy reboot your device .
Download link: Latest:
M7 Multi Tool v1.1 - Mediafire Mirror
M7 Multi Tool v1.1 - Dev-Host Mirror Oder versions:
M7 Multi Tool v1.0
Any other suggestions are welcomed!
Tutorials/FAQ: For best perfomances, extract the .zip to C:/
Q: What do i need to do in order to install a custom ROM?
1.Unlock Bootloader from htcdev.com.
2.Flash a recovery of your choice.
3.Root using the permanent root solution flashed via recovery, found in Data/Root or select the Root menu and flash your desired thingy.
4.Flash custom ROM with no problems via recovery.
All those things are found and can be done via this tool.
Q: Hi, i just downloaded this tool, how do i use it?
First, extract the folder of the archive in the root of some partition, example above and somewhere below.
After that, run M7MultiTool vX.X.bat on windows, M7MultiToolvX.X-M.sh on MAC and M7MultiToolvX.X-L.sh on Linux.
Q: I see you talk about some M7MultiTool vX.X, is that an eXtreme edition or something?
No, vX.X will be replaced with the version from the title of the thread, this is made like this to keep things clean over future updates, so there will be no need to change things all around the thread after each update.
Q: Hi, i just bought a phone what should i do now?
Well, you firstly need to unlock your bootloader, just go to HTCdev.com and follow the instructions to unlock your bootloader.
Q: What is logcat?
Well, you can pretty much use google for that answer, but to put it short, is that thingy that tells you what is happening behind the scenes of your phone.
It is usually used for debugging and entertaiment(?).
When you report an error/bug to somebody, it will be a blessing to provide a logcat (logfile)!
Q: What is DMESG?
According to wikipedia: dmesg (display message or driver message) is a command on most Linux- and Unix-based operating systems that prints the message buffer of the kernel.
We use it for debugging purposes, providing it while reporting a kernel bug/error is a blessing.
Q: Hi, i have an unlocked bootloader, what should i do now?
Well, you should flash a custom recovery via bootloader, for that you just need to turn off your phone without fastboot activated, hold Volume down + Power button untill a white screen appears, if it appears a black one with some blue letters, you probably have a fake one
Q: What is a Custom Recovery and why do i need one?
A custom recovery is that thingy that let's you flash .zip files, use your logic and you wil get it why you need one.
Q: Do i need S-OFF on my phone?
HTC One has a nice unlocked bootloader, S-OFF is not needed as you can flash custom ROM's and kernels directly via Recovery.
Also, S-OFF is not available *YET* for HTC One.
Q:There are others guides/tutorials out there, should i check them instead of this?
If you manage to get things done using this one, no, otherwise yes, note that some could be outdated
Changelog: v1.1 - 23 May 2013 - Added Permanent Root flashing.
v1.0 - 23 May 2013 - First public release, providing recovery flashing, driver installer, htcdev.com code provider, cid getter, logging (logcat and dmesg), backup and restore, rebooting.
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babakmaham said:
hi
link is down
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Hi Lex great to see you over here on the One thread, sold my sensation XL
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Trailblaze said:
Hi Lex great to see you over here on the One thread, sold my sensation XL
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Me too, traded my SXL to my father for the One, well, you will have the familiar Multi-Tool interface on all OS so far.
Lexmazter said:
Me too, traded my SXL to my father for the One, well, you will have the familiar Multi-Tool interface on all OS so far.
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My friend, glad to see u here too!!!
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Chrome keeps giving me a "Oops! Google Chrome could not find d-h.st" everytime I click the download link
edit: I got it to download
I get a dead link as well?
tenshi888 said:
I get a dead link as well?
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Dev-Host seems to have some problems from time to time, will upload to mediafire then, more stable.
I would like some reports from MAC users, thanks!
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Hi, permanent root does not work for me. It says unknown partition etc. etc. and points to the zip file in the /Data/Root
as i'm non-rooted i would like to make a backup of my phone first, then recover after the root process. can this be done successfully.....................sudeki300
frenccw said:
Hi, permanent root does not work for me. It says unknown partition etc. etc. and points to the zip file in the /Data/Root
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Will investigate this problem this weekend.
sudeki300 said:
as i'm non-rooted i would like to make a backup of my phone first, then recover after the root process. can this be done successfully.....................sudeki300
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I know you need adb debugging on, don't know if it will work without root, you can give it a try, if it doesn't work, you can use Helium from Google Play, can backup even on non-rooted devices, but beware, i used it and for example CSR Racing couldn't be restored, so i remained with my online save, which was waaay behind.
Hope this helps.
@Lexmazter, luckily the games i have on my phone have not been started yet. only some emulators that have some real-time saves on them, they should be easily copied back and forth from the internal memory. probably just gonna copy all files from internal to pc and then copy them back after rooting then re-install the apps \ games manually.....................sudeki300
sudeki300 said:
@Lexmazter, luckily the games i have on my phone have not been started yet. only some emulators that have some real-time saves on them, they should be easily copied back and forth from the internal memory. probably just gonna copy all files from internal to pc and then copy them back after rooting then re-install the apps \ games manually.....................sudeki300
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Well, you can try the backup and restore feature, as i didn't had the chance to test it on non-rooted phones and please report your findings as it will help me to improve the tool.
Thanks
Do people still use this tool? I haven't checked it for a while and i can see it has a couple of downloads, more than i expected actually. Should i update it and add new features?
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Lexmazter said:
I would like some reports from MAC users, thanks!
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I would love that too..
could i get a little info on how to use this with a mac? im staring at a bunch of files without a clue what to do with them... lol id like to be able to sideload a rom through twrp since i accidentally deleted the system and dont have a rom to flash.