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[Data Backup and Restore] Backup and Restore /data just like Bonsai

First I'd like to thank the Bonsai team (Mammon88 and Randy_T) for their work.
This little set of files is totally based on their work, I just modified it a bit.
I asked permission before releasing this, and I've left the GPL notices intact.
All changes can be seen by inspecting the files in the zip.
Thank you Team Bonsai!
:[Disclaimer]:
You assume all risks in using these files. Not me, you!
I will attempt to help if anything goes wrong.
But don't try blaming me for something you chose to do.
:[Description]:
There are two ClockworkMod zips, I'll break it down for each file.
ncDataBackup.zip:
This file simply backs up the /data folder to a gzip file on your SD card (exactly like the Bonsai Rom does).
The only difference is that it will store the file in a different folder and file name on your SD card.
The file is stored @ /sdcard/data-backup/backup-data.cpio.gz​
ncDataRestore.zip:
This file first deletes everything in the /data folder.
I figured this would be best so there are no conflicts with files that are already in the /data folder.
[NOTE]:: This also means that if the Rom your are using installs anything into the /data folder, it will be lost during the restore!
Then it simply restores the /data folder from the aforementioned backup file (exactly like the Bonsai Rom does).​
:[Purpose]:
I made this so I never have to setup a home screen again (or loose mms history, call logs, etc)!
For people who are using Roms that don't already preform a backup and restore of the files in /data.
And as an alternative to a bit for bit nandroid backup / restore of the /data partition.
:[Disadvantages]:
As stated, the restore will delete everything in the /data folder before performing the restore.
So anything put there by the Rom you are installing will be lost!
I wouldn't Expect this to work coming from or going to CyanogenMod, but feel free to test for me.
:[Benefits]:
Restores home screens, mms history, call logs, etc...
Can be used whenever for whatever reason (always good to have more options for backup / restore IMO).
:[Usage]:
Boot into ClockworkMod.
ALWAYS DO A NORMAL NANDROID BACKUP WITH CLOCKWORKMOD.
Install the ncDataBackup.zip, it will preform the data backup.
Install your favorite Rom.
Install the ncDataRestore.zip, it will preform the data restore.
Reboot the phone.​
:[Testing]:
This has been tested while running Bonsai v2.0.1.
This has also been tested coming from Bonsai v2.0.1 going to Quantum v2.7.
I only had one FC (gmail) when going to Quantum from Bonsai, and that's because Quantum's gmail wasn't updated.
I simply cleared gmail's data and cache and all was well (then I updated gmail through the market).
[NOTE]:: Both of these Roms are DK28 builds and support EXT4! Your mileage may vary!
:[Feedback]:
Please post your results, good or bad, I'd like to know how well this works for other Roms.
I'm thinking of making a backup/restore zip generator program so this method can be used for other phones.
So if you try this please post your results.
:[Changelog]:
[03-05-2011]
Upgraded files to Bonsai 3.x.
Now uses an included busybox, this should allow support for more Roms/devices(?).
Zip file names have changed.
Also changes have been made to the script output.
Tested on Bonsai 3.x
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simply perfect, thank you good Sir. Runin Bon201
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Ty man, digging utilities.
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Awesome thanks
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Thanks for this! I had my phone freak out on boot up during the zipalign process, which pretty much killed my /data directory. I had just installed Bonsai 3 the other night and realized the backup it made was not the normal CWM img backup! With your zip I was able to restore the gzip that bonsai 3 created to my phone.
Perhaps there were other built in ways to do the restore but your zips took care of my problem!
Great work!

juise said:
Thanks for this! I had my phone freak out on boot up during the zipalign process, which pretty much killed my /data directory. I had just installed Bonsai 3 the other night and realized the backup it made was not the normal CWM img backup! With your zip I was able to restore the gzip that bonsai 3 created to my phone.
Perhaps there were other built in ways to do the restore but your zips took care of my problem!
Great work!
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Glad it was of use to you.
Should be an update coming to these in a day or two, not much changed other than including a copy of busybox in hopes of supporting more Roms/devices.
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awesome work man. i love this. now its easier to switch roms

This is really awesome! Thanks man.
I did try this the other night switching from Bonsai to SFR, but it got stuck on the bootup screen. Any one else try this for SFR?
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I got stuck on the bootup screen as well
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Thanks! I'm kinda surprised CWM doesn't do this out of the box.

musclehead84 said:
I got stuck on the bootup screen as well
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Thanks for the information. At least I know it's not just me. I tried the rom a couple times even restoring from Market with poor results but will probably try again sometime. May need a clean ODIN restore.
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Those having problems...
The backup / restore process was altered just a bit with the release of Bonsai 3.0.0.
I mentioned an update to these files yesterday, I'm going to work on that now and get it finished.
I'm not saying that the new changes will fix the problems, but there's a chance.
BBL with the update.
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Updated, check OP.
Those who are freezing at the bootscreen, please report back if you test this.
-ps these files clear out davlik-cache, so the 1st boot after a restore will take a while (but should not freeze @ the samsungmobile screen).
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nubecoder said:
Updated, check OP.
Those who are freezing at the bootscreen, please report back if you test this.
-ps these files clear out davlik-cache, so the 1st boot after a restore will take a while (but should not freeze @ the samsungmobile screen).
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Thanks for the update Nubecoder.
Are the files on the opposite updated or are you still working on them?
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This work fine for me today switching between ROMs. The only issue I had was that it didn't seem to restore the apps2sd apps.
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mattallica76 said:
This work fine for me today switching between ROMs. The only issue I had was that it didn't seem to restore the apps2sd apps.
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Maybe I will try it again.
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mattallica76 said:
This work fine for me today switching between ROMs. The only issue I had was that it didn't seem to restore the apps2sd apps.
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Ya it doesn't handle apps on the SD.
Only the stuff in "/data".
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pjjohn73 said:
Are the files on the opposite updated or are you still working on them?
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Had no idea what you meant there for a little while...
Yes the files in the OP have been updated.
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nubecoder said:
Ya it doesn't handle apps on the SD.
Only the stuff in "/data".
[edit]
Had no idea what you meant there for a little while...
Yes the files in the OP have been updated.
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LOL. Sorry about that. Auto correct did not like OP I guess, and I did not notice the typo. My bad. Thanks for the answer.
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nubecoder said:
Ya it doesn't handle apps on the SD.
Only the stuff in "/data".
[edit]
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Ok, makes sense. Curious, what does Bonsai do that keeps the apps on SD synced with the OS that this tool does not?
And thanks again for this. It has saved my bacon a number of times.

mattallica76 said:
Ok, makes sense. Curious, what does Bonsai do that keeps the apps on SD synced with the OS that this tool does not?
And thanks again for this. It has saved my bacon a number of times.
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I would be curious as well, only thing i can think of is when Bonsai runs it does not wipe data, if you install a rom that wipes data before install it will wipeout .andriodsecure on the sd card.

[ROM] (2/28/13) NANDROID Restore Stock FR 2.22 V10f / GB 2.33 V21e and 2.34 V21y

Stock Nandroid Restores for 2.22 Froyo and 2.33/2.34 GingerBread​for T-Mobile G2x LG P999 only!​
(These Nandroid restores are not rooted and are in complete stock condition.)​
Instructions:
1. You must have ROM Manager installed and or ClockworkMod Recovery flashed and an external sdcard installed. Then have the directory and file contents of the "LG-P999-V10f.zip" or "LG-P999-V20e.zip" file extracted to your external SDCard in the /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup/LG-P999-V10f directory. If the directory does not exist then create it.
There must be a directory called "LG-P999-V10f" or "LG-P999-V21e" or "LG-P999-V21y" in the "/sdcard/clockworkmod/backup" subdirectory and the files must be directly in that directory, not in another nested directory or Nandroid will not find the files. (Note: If you have any spaces in your directory name. You will get a md5 check some error.)
​
2. Run ROM Manager and choose Reboot into Recovery or boot phone into clockworkmod recovery.
3. In recovery go down to backup and restore, choose restore.
4. Select LG-P999-V10f or LG-P999-V21e or LG-P999-V21y and choose Yes - Restore.
5. When the restore finishes do not reboot yet. Do a "wipe data/factory reset" from the recovery menu (just to be thorough).
6. When it completes choose Reboot.
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Downloads:
(New Links via MediaFire)
LG-P999-V21e.zip
LG-P999-V21y.zip
LG-P999-V10f.zip
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Cool. have someone in another thread that needs that , i mesaged him to watch for it to be uploaded. hes been crashed and needed a nandroid so this will help him out good work man.

thanks this will be helpful

Thank I really needed this. Downloading now will post results when Im finished

nice nice nice

Nice gunman....
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Thank you. Happy to see you got got the g2x.
XDA Mobile

By clean do you mean that all of the bloatware and T-Mobile apps are gone?

Not to thread jack but how do you backup stock g2x rom with rom manager?
I tried it and it didn't do anything.
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I used Rom Manager to flash Clockwork Mod, then rebooted into recovery and backed it up. You need a micro SD card of course.
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jrfaulkin said:
By clean do you mean that all of the bloatware and T-Mobile apps are gone?
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No I mean stock. Changed the op
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Does this flash the kernel too? I would assume not but just want to make sure.

pychobj2001 said:
Does this flash the kernel too? I would assume not but just want to make sure.
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Yes
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Suprah said:
Not to thread jack but how do you backup stock g2x rom with rom manager?
I tried it and it didn't do anything.
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Its in the op
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Just to clarify a bit. Drop the folder into clockworkmod/backup/ on your SD card. Made no sense when I first looked at the file path.
Tried this as a restore since my connectivity still sucks. I am getting a MD5 miss match. . . . What ever that means, I have no idea.

Bands
So I assume this doesn't enable the at&t 3G bands, right?

Thanks a lot for this. Saved my phone when I was getting stuck on the lg screen.
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Jumpie said:
So I assume this doesn't enable the at&t 3G bands, right?
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No its a stock back up read the op
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i installed rom manager on my phone but i dont see the clockwork mod folders on the sd card? do i have to make them?

just traded in my defective g2x! thanks for your rom your a lifesaver

[Recovery] [official] Clockworkmod Touch 6.0.1.0 flash able zip

I put the latest touch recovery from clockworkmod into a flashable zip.
It works with ICS. It is the same recovery as the one you would have to pay for to install with ROM manager.
TO INSTALL CWM TOUCH RECOVERY........
Flash this in recovery as you would any ROM or mod.
Here is the link:
http://db.tt/Ud9qVq7V
I found the recovery http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager
**** This is different than sk8tr's version btw. His has a custom ui and this is CWM official. ****
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If anyone is wondering this doesn't look like its a disaster just as 5.8.4.3 was. I flashed miui and it booted up fine but if anyone has any issues please share.
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Working good on my Hercules just flashed aokp jb and aint need any superwipe scripts either

thank you, works great!

Updated op to avoid confusion.
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Thanks for the info!
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Okay, so I ran a backup and restore test on cm9 and cm10. I thought it was sk8t's version causing me problems restoring backups but the issue is similar on this build.
The backup file that gets created doesn't contain all the data for a full restore -- much of it gets stored in the "blobs" folder in cwm (someone more knowledgeable than me can probably explain better). Also, it takes a REALLY long time to create a backup.
Using the standard restore doesn't work on (on this or on sk8t's version). I keep getting "error restoring system" message and it won't restore. I tried to do an advanced restore doing each part individually but that didn't work either.
Restoring an old rom from before they changed the backup method works fine though. I haven't tried restoring using ROM Manager yet but I may try that next--I'm thinking that's what the new system is designed for...
EDIT: Rom manager fails too. Same error restoring system message.
Please post here if you can successfuly backup and restore cm9 or cm10 (or any other roms) so we can figure out if its just me

skrambled said:
Okay, so I ran a backup and restore test on cm9 and cm10. I thought it was sk8t's version causing me problems restoring backups but the issue is similar on this build.
The backup file that gets created doesn't contain all the data for a full restore -- much of it gets stored in the "blobs" folder in cwm (someone more knowledgeable than me can probably explain better). Also, it takes a REALLY long time to create a backup.
Using the standard restore doesn't work on (on this or on sk8t's version). I keep getting "error restoring system" message and it won't restore. I tried to do an advanced restore doing each part individually but that didn't work either.
Restoring an old rom from before they changed the backup method works fine though. I haven't tried restoring using ROM Manager yet but I may try that next--I'm thinking that's what the new system is designed for...
EDIT: Rom manager fails too. Same error restoring system message.
Please post here if you can successfuly backup and restore cm9 or cm10 (or any other roms) so we can figure out if its just me
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Did a backup on CM10 Alpha 1. It took awhile but didn't seem to take any longer than a CM 5.x backup. Modified a few things, updated a couple apps, and then did another backup - went a bit quicker. Doing a restore now but it's past the restoring system portion so I'm assuming it'll all be good. I'll edit this if it craps out at some point.
As for the blobs, this is new to CM6.x and from what I understand is supposed to make backups a little quicker and use less space as it will only backup what's been changed since a previous backup instead of the entire thing like CM5.x. Not sure at all on all the technical details but I'd suspect the blobs contain what's been changed at the point of backup and each backup "container" file indicate which blobs to restore...
EDIT: Restore completed just fine.

so you're saying that if I have a backup stored and create a new back up it only backs up the changes since the last one? If so, that sucks. I always like to keep a solid backup and then after numerous changes back up again and delete the old one. Looks like it's back to old faithful 5.8.1.3 for me.
(UPDATE) confirmed. My new backup was 20MB.

Honestly i prefer twrp recovery.. just wanted to provide this for those that needed it.
But, since TWRP does an UNCOMPRESSED backup i can have a nandroid backup done in a little over 2 minutes. Same for restore.. very fast.
TWRP can be set to compress the backup.. but i prefer speed over less space.
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copene said:
so you're saying that if I have a backup stored and create a new back up it only backs up the changes since the last one? If so, that sucks. I always like to keep a solid backup and then after numerous changes back up again and delete the old one. Looks like it's back to old faithful 5.8.1.3 for me.
(UPDATE) confirmed. My new backup was 20MB.
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Here's the explanation of how it works:
https://plus.google.com/u/0/103583939320326217147/posts/L5aVZe7C9vg

pixelens said:
Here's the explanation of how it works:
https://plus.google.com/u/0/103583939320326217147/posts/L5aVZe7C9vg
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Thanks. There should be a "FULL backup" and "BLOB backup" option. I'm rolling with 5.8.1.3 cause it's never fu**ed me over (yet).

copene said:
Thanks. There should be a "FULL backup" and "BLOB backup" option. I'm rolling with 5.8.1.3 cause it's never fu**ed me over (yet).
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I'm not sure if I follow what the point would be? I thought the same, but after reading that and doing a few tests, I'm confident this will do just as well - if not better.
Might be worth mentioning/requesting from Koushik Dutta depending on your reasoning or need.

I think I figured out what the problem was for me in not getting backups to restore (but someone please post if you disagree). I was getting an "Error while restoring /system!" message every time.
Every time I make a backup I go into Root Explorer and change the backup name so that I know which rom it is. Today I did a backup and didn't change the backup name and I was able to restore it successfully.
Changing the name of yesterday's backup to it's original name, however, did not fix the problem. Those backups still won't restore.

skrambled said:
I think I figured out what the problem was for me in not getting backups to restore (but someone please post if you disagree). I was getting an "Error while restoring /system!" message every time.
Every time I make a backup I go into Root Explorer and change the backup name so that I know which rom it is. Today I did a backup and didn't change the backup name and I was able to restore it successfully.
Changing the name of yesterday's backup to it's original name, however, did not fix the problem. Those backups still won't restore.
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I've always changed the name of my backup folder to make it more descriptive. One thing I read along time ago was that it only works if you don't include any spaces in the changed folder name. And I've never had any problems with restoring any of them. However, if you indeed did not include any spaces, then maybe it's been changed in CWM 6.
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plwalsh88 said:
I've always changed the name of my backup folder to make it more descriptive. One thing I read along time ago was that it only works if you don't include any spaces in the changed folder name. And I've never had any problems with restoring any of them. However, if you indeed did not include any spaces, then maybe it's been changed in CWM 6.
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Didn't add any spaces. I only added cm9 or cm10 to the end of the file name (that's how I know I changed it back to the original names when I tried to restore yesterday's backups).

skrambled said:
Didn't add any spaces. I only added cm9 or cm10 to the end of the file name (that's how I know I changed it back to the original names when I tried to restore yesterday's backups).
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Gotcha. That's interesting then; don't know what it could be.
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Hey majic I got a suggestion to cut down on confusion. Put official in the title. At first I thought sk8 had to threads. I thank you kind sir for zipping and uploading this official version. You da man....
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skrambled said:
Didn't add any spaces. I only added cm9 or cm10 to the end of the file name (that's how I know I changed it back to the original names when I tried to restore yesterday's backups).
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never had issues changing names of back up folders, what did you use to change the folder name , you could have a space at the end of the file name and dont even know it, use backspace to delete it, if u know dos try its naming conventions

sorry but how is this recovery different from sk8's recovery? That one's also CWM Touch 6.0.1.0 and also flashable zip ... ?
Thanks!

[Q] Installing SCV7 on ICS Leak #1

Hey guys!
I am kind of new to this scene, but i got ICS Leak #1 installed on my ATT A2 working fine, but i want to try to get scv7 on it. I am not sure how to install it. I have installed other ROMs in the past while on GB but since now there are 2 different leaks, i want to make sure that i dont mess my phone up and brick my it.
While, scrolling down on the scv7 thread, i can see this link.
RESTORE LEAK #1 in Bootmenu as first system
SCV7 ICS Leak #1 Based (July 6th 2012 ICS)
http://www.androidfilehost.com/main/.../SCV7/SCV7.zip
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Is this the file i am supposed to download? Also, there is no steps for that... Only on the leak #2 do they show the steps. Do i need to wipe/factory reset? So I install it from SD or treat it like a backup?
I just want to make sure of these things before i do anything stupid. I have backed my phone up with the Boot Menu Manager that i downloaded from the Play Store.
Just in case: THIS was the method i used, as well as that same download link for the ICS OTA.
Thanks in advance!

Download the link you posted.
Boot into boot menu
Wipe data/factory reset
Wipe dalvik cache
Install ROM and reboot.
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Fall of Enosis said:
Download the link you posted.
Boot into boot menu
Wipe data/factory reset
Wipe dalvik cache
Install ROM and reboot.
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Awesome! I will try it right now.

Umm....
I ran into a bit of a problem.
When i try to install the zip it says...
--Installing: /sdcard/SCV7.zip
Finding update package...
Opening update package...
Installing update...
Installation aborted.
What could be wrong?
By the way, when i went to erase the data and cache, it said
[...]Formatting /emmc/.android_secure...
Error mounting /emmc/.android_secure!
Skipping format...
Data wipe complete.
The dalvik wiped alright.
EDIT: Oh, and when i did the backup it said [..]
No /emmc/.android_secure found. Skipping backup of applications on external storage. [...]
But i just ignored that and went on with the process....

psl101 said:
Umm....
I ran into a bit of a problem.
When i try to install the zip it says...
--Installing: /sdcard/SCV7.zip
Finding update package...
Opening update package...
Installing update...
Installation aborted.
What could be wrong?
By the way, when i went to erase the data and cache, it said
[...]Formatting /emmc/.android_secure...
Error mounting /emmc/.android_secure!
Skipping format...
Data wipe complete.
The dalvik wiped alright.
EDIT: Oh, and when i did the backup it said [..]
No /emmc/.android_secure found. Skipping backup of applications on external storage. [...]
But i just ignored that and went on with the process....
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Scv7 based on 1st leak is a restore not a flashable zip..you have to put it in clockworkmod\backup folder and then restore from bootmenu aftr the wiping
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devilhunter47 said:
Scv7 based on 1st leak is a restore not a flashable zip..you have to put it in clockworkmod\backup folder and then restore from bootmenu aftr the wiping
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Alright, thanks. Ill try again. BTW is there anything wrong with that emmc stuff?

psl101 said:
Alright, thanks. Ill try again. BTW is there anything wrong with that emmc stuff?
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Nope..perfectly allright
Btw you should extract the zip file and then you will get a folder named scv7..put that folder in clockworkmod/backup and then restore
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devilhunter47 said:
Nope..perfectly allright
Btw you should extract the zip file and then you will get a folder named scv7..put that folder in clockworkmod/backup and then restore
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Yup, i did. I kinda figured that out after it wouldnt show the zip file.
Thanks to everyone who has helped me out. Now i'm running scv7 on ICS! yaaayyy hahah

devilhunter47 said:
Scv7 based on 1st leak is a restore not a flashable zip..you have to put it in clockworkmod\backup folder and then restore from bootmenu aftr the wiping
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Pls101, I am so sorry mate! Devil is 100% right, I didn't read properly and I gave you improper advice.
My most humble apologies sir. Follow devils instructions and you should be golden.
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Back Ups Disappeared?

All of my ROM and IMEI back ups have mysteriously disappeared? Any way to recover them?

davefields3 said:
All of my ROM and IMEI back ups have mysteriously disappeared? Any way to recover them?
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what did you use to back them up?

dragon1357 said:
what did you use to back them up?
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CWM 6.0.1.0 through EZ Recovery

Which rom are you using?
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SlimSnoopOS said:
Which rom are you using?
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Pure Google AOSP, but I first noticed it while running LiquidSmooth. Went in to back up liquid so I could flash Pure Google and noticed all my back ups were gone.

davefields3 said:
Pure Google AOSP, but I first noticed it while running LiquidSmooth. Went in to back up liquid so I could flash Pure Google and noticed all my back ups were gone.
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Does your sdcard now have a /0? You mentioned you're using CWM 6.0.1.0 which I know isn't 100% compatible with 4.2
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sorry to hear this, happened to me once too.
luckily you haven't having IMEI issues, and can make another backup, I backup everything to my computer and drop box, and i mean every little thing, from now on after that just to be safe

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Does your sdcard now have a /0? You mentioned you're using CWM 6.0.1.0 which I know isn't 100% compatible with 4.2
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Yeah there is sdcard/0/ now which i haven't noticed before.
What should I be using instead of 6.0.1.0. Is there a newer version to download?

davefields3 said:
Yeah there is sdcard/0/ now which i haven't noticed before.
What should I be using instead of 6.0.1.0. Is there a newer version to download?
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Yea, there's a newer version that's supposed to have support for multi-user feature. This is why you have /0 in your file system. If you're sticking with AOSP 4.2, then you need a newer version of CWM which you can download from the official CWM website. It should download as an img file which you can use EZ Recovery (available in the Play Store) to install and properly update.
The next step would be to select all and copy everything in the /0 folder then move it up to /sdcard.
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SlimSnoopOS said:
Yea, there's a newer version that's supposed to have support for multi-user feature. This is why you have /0 in your file system. If you're sticking with AOSP 4.2, then you need a newer version of CWM which you can download from the official CWM website. It should download as an img file which you can use EZ Recovery (available in the Play Store) to install and properly update.
The next step would be to select all and copy everything in the /0 folder then move it up to /sdcard.
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Alright I now have the newer version of CWM. When copying everything from the /0 folder to the /sdcard it says "overwrite - warning!!!! do you want to overwrite (folder will be merged)? Is this normal? Should I proceed? (thanks for the help by the way)

davefields3 said:
Alright I now have the newer version of CWM. When copying everything from the /0 folder to the /sdcard it says "overwrite - warning!!!! do you want to overwrite (folder will be merged)? Is this normal? Should I proceed? (thanks for the help by the way)
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Yea, allow it to merge. That's a perfectly normal prompt.
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I thought with 4.2 you are suppose to have the "0" on sd-card, no?

andybones said:
I thought with 4.2 you are suppose to have the "0" on sd-card, no?
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You don't really want to have a /0 directory because it changes the path for anything you use that is saved to /sdcard. Try restoring a nandroid and you begin to see the problem. That's what leads to the posts such as this since it's usually unexpected.
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