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[IdeaPad A1] Recovery not work, bootloop- solved-instruction!!!

Hi
I have problem:
-system not running (bootloop "Lenovo"- broken /system/bin)
-recovery not working (Android image and restart)
SOLUTION: Bootable SDcard
Easy unbrick (SDcard min. 256 MB ):
1. Download this
http://www.chip.de/downloads/Image-Writer-for-Windows_46121030.html
and this
http://a1.cu2.at/A1_Bootable_SD/A1_BootSD.iso
2. Open Image writer, select "A1_BootSD.iso"
3. Select drive letter
4. Click write
5. Done
Now run the tablet into recovery mode
Warning!
Sometimes after first run not working- check few times
This pack have CWM recovery
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Sounds like your system is corrupt, and there is an update.zip left over from an OTA upgrade. When the stock recovery boots, it always installs update.zip then shuts down. Unfortunately the OTAs don't get deleted after installation, so if you ever get a problem, you can't enter recovery.
Here's what you need to do:
1. Download http://www.doc.ic.ac.uk/~grm08/ideapad/cwm-5.0.2.7-rev3-ideapad-a1.zip
2. Rename this file to update.zip, and copy it onto a micro SD card.
3. Boot up into recovery again. You'll see it do the same thing where it installs the update.zip and then shuts down, but this time it will install Clockworkmod Recovery.
4. Boot into recovery again. The Clockworkmod recovery won't automatically do an install then shutdown, you'll be given a menu instead.
5. First, try using the volume keys to scroll down to "wipe data/factory reset", and press the power key to select it. Try booting up normally again - this may have fixed your problem.
6. If this hasn't fixed the problem, get the 2643 zip file for your region from http://download.lenovo.com/slates/a1/OTA/ - copy this file on to your SD card, boot up into recovery, choose "install zip from SD card", then "choose zip from SD card" then choose the zip file that you just downloaded from Lenovo. It will install a fresh copy of the system, which should hopefully work after you reboot into the normal system.
If this doesn't fix it, or you get stuck, please post back with a description of what you tried and what happened.

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dawkon13 said:
I will try but recovery is broken- no text
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In this situation you wouldn't expect the recovery to "work" in the normal way. After you've installed the Clockworkmod update.zip you'll have a working recovery again.

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ADB screen:
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dawkon13 said:
Please help me and arechampions
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You didn't mention here but I saw in another thread that you attempted to use the leaked ICS installer which has messed up your A1.
If that is what you did, then you can look at these instructions for producing a bootable SD card that will allow you to boot into clockworkmod recovery and flash an OTA to get everything back to stock.

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dawkon13 said:
bootable SD card= linux required???
Can you help me?
I don't have linux - i install linux via virtual box
VFAT (extended fat)=FAT???
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Yeah, you're going to have to install linux in a virtualbox. VFAT is built on top of the FAT filesystem.

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dawkon13 said:
i install ubuntu 10.10
How format SD in linux?
Computer->(My SD Card)->right click mouse->format?
or
(cmd )->sudo....
???
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If you read those instructions I gave, you'll see that there's a script called omap3-mkcard.sh that partitions and formats the SD card for you.

OK, thanks

[IdeaPad A1] [Tutorial] [2GB] Re-partition Tablet [BIG UPDATE: 16.09.12]

RE-PARTITION = AUTOMATICALLY WIPE!
This it's only for 2GB!!!
BEFORE RE-PARTITION COPY ROM TO SDCARD- AFTER RE-PARTITION IT'S FLASHING TIME !!! ;P
GingerModSpeed & SlimDroid:
https://sites.google.com/site/a107gms/
Stock 2.3.4 (the latest build: 2643):
ftp://slatesftp:[email protected]/slates/a1/OTA/
Stock 4.0.4:
ftp://slatesftp:[email protected]/slates/a1/ICS_OTA/
BEFORE RE-PARTITION DOWNLOAD & INSTALL STOCK RECOVERY (DOWNLOAD FOR YOUR ANDROID VERSION):
GB: http://sdrv.ms/P2XX8S
ICS: http://a1.cu2.at/A1_ICS_Stock_Recovery.zip
____________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
I. ORIGINAL GB PARTITION SIZES:
SUPPORTED FIRMWARE: stock 2.3.4, GingerModSpeed
partition sizes:
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Instruction
1. Download this file (re-partition update) & flash via stock recovery
(after flash DO NOT TURN ON SYSTEM!!!)
http://www.mediafire.com/?8edrbn5k9m5abj9
2. After flash this pack, install stock 2.3.4 OR the latest GingerModSpeed
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II. PARTITIONS FOR ICE CREAM SANDWICH (BIG /SYSTEM/ PARTITION)
SUPPORTED FIRMWARE: stock 4.0.4, SlimDroid, stock 2.3.4, GingerModSpeed
partition sizes:
1.System
2.cache
3.Storage (for apps)
4..secure
5.Internal storage
Instruction
1. Download SlimDroid v7.20 and install via stock recovery:
SlimDroid v7.20:
http://sdrv.ms/O36WIu
2. After flash this pack, install stock 4.0.4 OR the latest SlimDroid
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III. EDITED GB(&maybe ICS?- /system/-350MB, ICS system.zip- 322MB) PARTITION SIZES:
SUPPORTED FIRMWARE: stock 4.0.4 (PROBABLY!), SlimDroid(PROBABLY!, stock 2.3.4, GingerModSpeed
partition sizes:
Instruction
1. Download this file (re-partition update)
http://www.mediafire.com/?8edrbn5k9m5abj9
2. Download edited mbr2GB.img
http://www.mediafire.com/?yauehc54x9iujhy
3. Delete mbr2GB.img from re-partition update and paste edited mbr2GB.img
4. Flash this update via stock recovery
(after flash DO NOT TURN ON SYSTEM!!!)
5. After flash this pack, install stock 2.3.4 OR the latest GingerModSpeed OR stock 4.0.4(FOR YOUR RISK!) OR SlimDroid(FOR YOUR RISK!)
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BOOTABLE SDCARD (IF YOU BRICKED TABLET):
1. Download Image Writer for windows
http://www.chip.de/downloads/Image-Writer-for-Windows_46121030.html
2. Download bootable SDcard image
http://a1.cu2.at/A1_Bootable_SD/A1_BootSD.iso
3. Plug microSD card
4. Run Win32DiskImager.exe
5. Show folder with A1_BootSD.iso (example: C:/boot_SD/A1_BootSD.iso), show letter SDcard (example: G:/)
6. Click "Write"
7. After finish, insert SDcard to tablet
8. Run tablet into recovery mode- sometimes tablet isn't running at first time- try, try and try
Good Luck

Very cool I have the 16gb but if I had a 2gb this would be a great way to increase space.

@ dawkon13 a 2GB A1 sends me error status 7, could you help me?

@up,
copy this pack (file name=update.zip) and SlimDroid v5.1 to sdcard
wipe data/cache
install a1-stock-recovery
reboot into stock recovery-installation update.zip it`s started
after installation reboot into recovery (it`s CWM ), wipe data and install SlimDroid
reboot

Follow all instructions, but I only make a total of 390 MB, which can be wrong?

For those who need it ...
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/50903232/A107I0_A404_001_012_0116_US.zip

Ideatab a1 bricked permanently
I tried to repartition under CWM and my ideapad is bricked now.
When I try to turn on nothing happens.
I tried to push power button for 45 sec and even unplug battery from mainboard. Still nothing. My ideatab won`t turn on.
If I plug charger to tablet, tablet doesn`t charge (led is off).
I can`t see lenovo screen and vibrations. BLACKOUT.
Any suggestions ?

passy said:
i tried to repartition under cwm and my ideapad is bricked now.
...
Any suggestions ?
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Repartition just via stock recovery !!!

You will need the bootable sdcard to fix it now.
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bootable sd for lenovo a1_07
jpisini said:
You will need the bootable sdcard to fix it now.
Sent from my PC36100 using xda premium
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I can't seem to find instructions on how to make a bootable sd for the lenovo ideapad a1 07. My screen is completely black and won't load at all. I've held the powers button for at least 2 minutes and nothing. PLEASE HELP!

thepenguingazette said:
I can't seem to find instructions on how to make a bootable sd for the lenovo ideapad a1 07. My screen is completely black and won't load at all. I've held the powers button for at least 2 minutes and nothing. PLEASE HELP!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=27121817&postcount=289

how do i partition the internal back to factory?

madamada31 said:
how do i partition the internal back to factory?
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Same question: how do i partition the internal back to factory???

First post updated

[MOD] 2.73GB Internal Memory for Walton Primo N1/ Gionee Gpad G2/ GN810

From now you can enjoy more apps in your smartphone.
Original internal memory was 1GB but after using this MOD will get 2.73GB for apps.
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Installation Procedure:
Backup your current ROM.
Download 2.73GB mod zip file and place it in root of your SD card.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2190390&stc=1&d=1376568909
Reboot to recovery (TWRP is preferred).
Install zip file.
Again reboot to recovery.
Format data partition (For TWRP : Wipe->Factory Reset).
Restore data partition from backup (advanced restore).
Reboot system.
Done. Now enjoy 2.73GB for apps.
Restore Procedure (Back to Original 1GB):
Download 1GB mod zip file and place it in root of your SD card.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2190391&stc=1&d=1376568909
Reboot to recovery (TWRP is preferred).
Install zip file.
Again reboot to recovery.
Format data partition (For TWRP : Wipe->Factory Reset).
Restore data partition from backup (advanced restore).
Format Internal Storage (For TWRP : Wipe->Internal Storage).
Reboot system.
Done. You are back to Original 1GB.
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Using this mod on my Gionee Gpad G2.....very nice
Sent from my Primo-N1 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app
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I'd like to know....does the Gionee Gpad G2 have the capacity to accommodate the 64GB micro SD card ?
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Go here my big trouble please expert solve enter here?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2494494

could you show me the scatter file and mtk droid tools block info of this device?

jahideu said:
Installation Procedure:
Backup your current ROM.
Download 2.73GB mod zip file and place it in root of your SD card.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=2190390&stc=1&d=1376568909
Reboot to recovery (TWRP is preferred).
Install zip file.
Again reboot to recovery.
Format data partition (For TWRP : Wipe->Factory Reset).
Restore data partition from backup (advanced restore).
Reboot system.
Done. Now enjoy 2.73GB for apps.
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I tried step by step and bootloop Please help me!

Go to recovery
Install 2.73gb mod file
Reboot into recovery
Wipe only data partition from advance wipe
Then reboot into recovery
Then restore only data partition thats it .
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I can't move apps to sdcard after use this mod?

Cant Move to SD Card
Jerrykist said:
I can't move apps to sdcard after use this mod?
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I am facing the same problem.
@jahideu, can you help with MIUI rom for the same mod, that rom is uploaded by @DevSkilled,

Cant restore titanium backup
when i try to restor from backup in titanium backup, it's not working, it simple keeps on showing that its bakcing up but nothing happens, only thing that happens is a notification that sd card being unmounted it's safe to remove it. any ideas...

Follow this
Sanwalah said:
I am facing the same problem.
@jahideu, can you help with MIUI rom for the same mod, that rom is uploaded by @DevSkilled,
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Before taking backup change default memory to internal storage

[recovery][cwm 6.0.5.0] mi4

This is CWM Recovery for MI4
Installation Guide - Dualboot
1. Download it and rename it as update.zip
2. Copy it to root folder of your Phone
3. Open the updater app
4. Press menu button and then "Choose file"
5. Then select install update.zip
6. Reboot
7. DONE
Installation Guide - No Dualboot
1. Download it and rename it as update.zip
2. Copy it to root folder of your Phone
3. Open the updater app
4. Wipe Data/Factory Reset (SD Card will not be formated!)
5. Press menu button and then "Choose file"
6. Then select install update.zip
7. Important: Yes Disable recovery flash on System 1/2 --> Yes if using MiUi Stock Roms
8. Reboot
9. DONE
Thanks and Source:
Mirco from Android-Hilfe.de
shahzad - en.miui.com
--> Use at your own risk
--> I dont have a Mi4 to test this

Dualboot activation
1. Use Updater App to boot into recovery
2. Menu Advanced auswählen
3. ENABLE TrueDualBoot
4. Move Data, Yes
5. Important: Menu Advanced --> Chose active system 1/2 (the one that will be booted)
Flash with Dualboot
1. Download Rom and move to SD Card
2. Use Updater App to boot into recove
3. Wipe Data/Factory Reset (SD Card will not be formated!)
4. Choose system 1 or 2
5. Install Zip
6. Choose the system selected in step 4
8. Important: Yes Disable recovery flash on System 1/2 if using MiUi Stock Roms
9. go back
10. Done

reserved

Do you know if the TBD work with this version?!

Tbd?

thebrainkafka said:
Tbd?
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Sorry, TDB True Dual Boot

Up to miui5. Not for miui6.
Should work. Give it a try an report.

If we want to go back to stock recovery how do we do that?

Have to check

Gwanatu said:
If we want to go back to stock recovery how do we do that?
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I think that you need to flash miui rom, and after install the recovery ask to you if you want to flash the Mirecovery
@thebrainkafka I try to enable the TDB, but the recovery don't ask to me if i want to split the data!! In this way I have one data for two ROM and the system app like clock, browser give me an FC on the first ROM

Download a new version supporting Dual Boot
Download

NEW VERSION Cwm r10 / 6.5.0.1
. original Site HERE
. direct download link HERE

NEW VERSION CWM R11
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Source: en.miui.com
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Download
. Link Press here
. Mirror Mega Press here
MD5:
22caf9a359f1c92aa4cc46f23e51bbab

Thanks

Not working on my mi 4
It fails to install on my mi4. i have renamed it update.zip on the root of the mi 4. if i select it via the updater app it says update failed error and the same on the stock recovery.

If you're having issues with the new R11 then I suggest you flash R8. It's been working fine for me.

gmengass said:
It fails to install on my mi4. i have renamed it update.zip on the root of the mi 4. if i select it via the updater app it says update failed error and the same on the stock recovery.
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You can use an app as flashify or rashr,
Before you have to extract the recovery.img from the zip file and put it in your sdcard.
regards.

the USB mount don't work, anyone can fix it?

Skar3 said:
the USB mount don't work, anyone can fix it?
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Neither here. Is there a fix?
Thanks
Sent from my MI 4W using XDA Free mobile app

gmengass said:
It fails to install on my mi4. i have renamed it update.zip on the root of the mi 4. if i select it via the updater app it says update failed error and the same on the stock recovery.
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I was also unable to install it earlier but now I found a tutorial on that.
Easily Flash Custom Recovery in Xiaomi Mi4
After doing the steps mentioned in that post I was able to flash custom Roms and was also able to make backups using CWM.

[ROM] Vanir

FEATURES
Based on Vanir by mkaluza.
Installation script edited in order to avoid any type of error.
Gapps included.
Most of system apps removed.
Ringtones removed.
Stagefright 2.0 vulnerability fixed.
Screen tearing fixed.
Gesture typing fixed.
Android Marshmallow boot animation.
SCREENSHOT
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"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
FILES
Vanir.zip (MD5: b2a8128d88b0a1464967dc83e1de2b63)
update.zip (MD5: 46462d594027bc82e0a18025c7916e0c)
I9070P.zip (MD5: 61dab6926ba5680fc0087d4e2d62921e)
WARNING
Not compatible with Gingerbread.
INSTALLATION WITH CUSTOM RECOVERY
Do a factory reset.
Install Vanir.zip.
If you have an I9070P, install I9070P.zip.
INSTALLATION WITH SAMSUNG RECOVERY
Download Vanir.zip and update.zip.
If you have an I9070P, download I9070P.zip.
The files must be placed on microSD.
Boot your phone to recovery.
apply update from external storage
update.zip
wipe data/factory reset
Yes -- delete all user data
install zip from sdcard
choose zip from sdcard
Vanir.zip
Yes - Install Vanir.zip
If you have an I9070P, continue with:
choose zip from sdcard
I9070P.zip
Yes - Install I9070P.zip
Touch the Back soft key.
reboot system now
CREDITS
Modded by Gargaros: http://www.androidiani.com/forum/mo...9070-p-kk-4-4-4-vanir-gargaros-s-advance.html

Nice!!!

Do I need to root before installation?

Yes, root is needed.
What recovery is in update.zip?
EDIT: It contains CWM v.6.0.2.8

Armando84 said:
Do I need to root before installation?
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Root is not needed. Just follow the installation's steps, this rom is the easiest to install!

You were right, no need for root, installation was a breeze. Thanks for sharing this rom, it's very fast!:good: Another question: can you recommend me a good music player app?

https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kabouzeid.gramophone

Finallu I van considee janice is not dead there are some legendery people who are still keeping it alive .Big thanks to the devloper

Sorry for my bad english:-[

True, they are legends and thanks to them our phone still works decently.
While we wait for Epirex's CyanogenMod 13, I'm more then happy with this rom.

Cassiusss said:
FEATURES
Based off CyanogenMod 11 by Team Canjica.
Most of system apps removed (you can find better alternatives on Play Store).
Stagefright vulnerability fixed.
SystemUpdateService wakelock fixed.
Call recording enabled for all regions.
Nova Launcher as default launcher.
MK Kernel included.
Gapps included.
Android Marshmallow boot animation.
FILES
CM11.zip (MD5: 8ecb0a1f34684c11d085702c1e2583e8)
teeI9070P.zip (MD5: 0ec6f4681d13362f026d317a66ac96db)
update.zip (MD5: 46462d594027bc82e0a18025c7916e0c)
WARNING
Not compatible with Gingerbread.
INSTALLATION WITH CUSTOM RECOVERY
Do a factory reset.
Install CM11.zip.
If you have an I9070P, install teeI9070P.zip.
INSTALLATION WITH SAMSUNG RECOVERY
Download CM11.zip and update.zip.
If you have an I9070P, download teeI9070P.zip.
The files must be placed on microSD.
Boot your phone to recovery.
apply update from external storage
update.zip
wipe data/factory reset
Yes -- delete all user data
install zip from sdcard
choose zip from sdcard
CM11.zip
Yes - Install CM11.zip
If you have an I9070P, continue with:
choose zip from sdcard
teeI9070P.zip
Yes - Install teeI9070P.zip
Touch the Back soft key.
reboot system now
CREDITS
Full credits to Team Canjica, mkaluza and Shaaan.
Modded by Gargaros.
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Send me some screenshots

This rom looks like any other CyanogenMod 11: the modder hasn't made aesthetic changes (except boot animation). But if you still want to see something in particular then let me know and I'll provide you screenshots.

Cassiusss said:
This rom looks like any other CyanogenMod 11: the modder hasn't made aesthetic changes (except boot animation). But if you still want to see something in particular then let me know and I'll provide you screenshots.
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I want some screenshots

Well... since you don't have any particular request, here some random screenshots:
http://imgur.com/I4e2A9V
http://imgur.com/O9t4yZV
http://imgur.com/UWppK0b

May I know default recovery that is embedded in Rom Mods above? Is that still the CWM or the latest vers of TWRP? Thanks In Advnc.

Still the CWM.

Cassiusss said:
store/apps/details?id=com.kodarkooperativet.blackplayerfree
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Great one, thank you so much!:highfive:

how much is the RAM with this one ?

Ram usage at the bottom of the screenshot:

Hi, my friend. Is this ROM compatible with f2fs? Thanks in advance
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