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[Q] ROM help

could someone please give me a step by step list on how to download a rom, put it on my phone, and flash it with ROM manager? plz i messed up once bricked my phone and had to buy a new phone (samsung vibrant) really dont wanna do it again please someone help me?

If you visit the Vibrant section there are tons of tutorials on how to install and such. There isn't a set "how to" as each rom is slightly different and reacts differently.
I am also working with a Vibrant, well two, one bricked one working gloriously in 2.2 . Do some reading in that section THEN post questions after you decide your own route. I may have a low post count but I have been a lurking member for quite some time. Read up and good luck!

[Q] Bell Atrix, NOT Unlocked, Rooted, and operated by an idiot.

First off, I just created this account (I was browsing as a guest before) to try to reply to the thread in question (see below). Little did I know, I'm not allowed to post there. Anyways, continue reading...
Okay, so NFHimself's CWM (posted here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1185171) is looking to be the only option I have to getting my Bell ATRIX 4G back to stock. Only problem is, I'm a TOTAL NOOB at this (heck, it took me 10 minutes to figure out what CWM meant...). Basically, I'm begging someone with a better understanding and much patience to explain to me just what to do exactly.
1. HOW do I flash the CWM to my phone? What program?
2. Is the main download link the one I should use, seeing as I have a locked bootloader? (should I even be doing this with a locked bootloader?)
I'm stressing out so much, and would forever appreciate the help of anybody who responds here.

Try posting in your device's Q&A subforum, you're more likely to get help there. PM a mod to move the thread or post a new one.
I don't know anything about the Atrix, sorry. With a little reading I could probably figure it out, but I'm sure there's someone in the Atrix forum that has this information readily available.
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Try reading through this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1136261

The 10 Commandments For The SGS4G Forum

This is just a quick list of things I thought would be helpful to Noobs/Newbs. They're not in any particular order. Also, sticky if need be or just leave as is. Sticky would be preferred though so Noobs/Newbs can see it right away. Anyway, here are what I feel should be the 10 Commandments for the SGS4G Forum. You may agree or you may not. Think what you will. If you feel anything should be added, PM me and I'll make the changes myself. Thank you.
#1 - Search The Forum Before Asking Questions.
Unless you like getting flamed by people when you don't search before asking.
#2 - DON'T USE ROM MANAGER ON SGS4G EVER!!!!!!
Unless you really like ODIN that much.
#3 - DON'T TRY TO FLASH ANY ROMS OUTSIDE OF THE SGS4G FORUM
Unless you wanted a nice brick instead of a phone.
#4 - Read the "[Guide] *NOOB's* guide to flashing " Thread In The General Section Before Trying To Flash Anything.
You'll eventually get pointed to that direction anyway if you don't read it. Trust me, we can tell when people don't.
#5 - Read The Instructions For The ROM Before Installing.
Unless you really like reflashing or reverting back to STOCK. HELLO ODIN AGAIN.
#6 - When You Have A Problem With A ROM, Be Descriptive About The Issue.
Believe it or not, the Devs here can't read minds nor can they see over your shoulder to see what your issue is on your phone. They're good, but not that good.
#7 - Be Thankful Towards Our Devs.
If you like a ROM, show your appreciation. If not, then keep your mouth shut and use a different ROM or better yet go back to STOCK. ONCE AGAIN, HELLO ODIN.
#8 - POST IN THE RIGHT SECTION!!!!
Prepare to get flamed if you don't.
#9 - When Flashing From Froyo To GB, Follow FBis251's "[ODIN+CWM] GB Ext4 Starter Pack (Sep 27)" Thread or use the updated Kies Mini to upgrade to official KJ6.
If not, then yet again, HELLO ODIN.
#10 - For The Love Of Our Forum, Don't Ask A Dev For An ETA!!!!!
You'll only get one answer if you do. WHEN IT'S DONE!!!
Going to add one more thing until we actually get it for our phone.
#11 - If You're Coming From Another Device, Don't Come In Here Thinking You Can Get CM7 For The SGS4G.
This goes along with #3 in a way. Its being worked on. Now that we have the kernel source for GB, we are now one step closer. So, until the devs figure everything out with the source to get CM7 working, IT CAN NOT BE INSTALLED!!!
Now if you're wondering, "What is ODIN?" well, there's a guide for that...
[GUIDE] Noobs guide to Odin to flash your SGS4G (Windows)
Like I said, feel free to PM me if you feel something should be added.

Not bad.. I'd also add the noob's guide to ODIN, and put up a link to the Bible thread to find every ROM, guide, Kernel, modem, etc that's been put up in the dev section.

Nice Work Thanks
Deserves a Sticky

Nice list, glad to see it stickied.....hopefully it will cut down on the repetitive questions that have been plaguing the threads lately.
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Good thing no noobs are gonna read this. The newbs might since they're willing to learn, but not the noobs.

number 8 will never happen

Looks good +1

FBis251 said:
Good thing no noobs are gonna read this. The newbs might since they're willing to learn, but not the noobs.
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HAHAHA....i must be newb then,because i am reading this....you will be seeing more of me as i dig dipper into the expanse of knowledge you folks have here....glad to be here...

joeblow7272 said:
HAHAHA....i must be newb then,because i am reading this....you will be seeing more of me as i dig dipper into the expanse of knowledge you folks have here....glad to be here...
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You're the best kind of new user, the one who reads and tries to keep informed. I'll be glad to help if you have any questions.

well im glad its not overlooked

So, I think "Do NOT necro threads" should be added here. I'm seeing that a lot recently. It's just ridiculous.

I think that is general forum etiquette, not much SGS4G specific.

Updated #9 since we now have an official GB Upgrade. Will be taking #11 off as soon as we get new kernel working to run CM7.

Nice laws. I made the rom manager mistake when I was a noob. Seemed like the easiest way to go, until my phone wouldn't boot.

has anyone figured out why rom manager cannot be used...and if so what are proposed solutions

hey guys could you please direct me to the link on how to totally start over fresh.. basically if i want to do a complete wipe and start over on my phone ive got the kj6 version.. i think its probably a good idea for me to familiarize myself with it now thanks..

mysticfrog said:
hey guys could you please direct me to the link on how to totally start over fresh.. basically if i want to do a complete wipe and start over on my phone ive got the kj6 version.. i think its probably a good idea for me to familiarize myself with it now thanks..
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Look up Raver's Odin KJ6 rom. It'll leave your phone as if you had just downloaded the Kies official update.

Thanks alot... I've just been putting particular things on my phone.. Checked out and installed a few roms... I've read on some of these threads about ghost roms and other issues just want to make sure ive got my bases covered.. Thanks again..
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I know it's a little late, but updated #11 since we now have the kernel source for gb.
sent from within pure darkness.

Thanks for this thread. Took me over a week to wade through and find this starting point. I just rooted my phone and have been nervous about flashing a rom with all the different ways posted on how to go about it.

Availability of Official Firmwares for Atrix 2

I search the entire threads for Atrix 2 and i could not find something related to my inquiry so i decide to make a new thread (hope no problems will cause)
some of the old members they might know the problem i face very recently with my Atrix2 (yesterday because i was messing arround and trying to flash the Razr Rom into the Atrix ----Complete NooB), so i have a simple inquiry and i will appreciate it deeply if i could get a support on that.
i would like to know how many Signed Official Firmwares are Available for the Atrix2
as of now i manage to get the Chinese version(complete useless) and the US ATT version (best option but locked for ATT users only)
if in case something more is available can i request please to be uploaded it somewhere in here
i am not interested on customs Rom since the phone it self is very beautiful inside and outside.
Maybe this thread will be useful for other Atrix2 user too who might facing similar problems with me ( soft brick )
Thanks
George

This is posted in the wrong area, this belongs in the general section. This is also technically a duplicate post as MANY have asked this same question about official firmware, no matter which version.
MODs please move this to the general section.

Jim
Sorry i am not to good on Forums
so in any case i want to place a thread i need to choose the correct section ?
next time it wont happen

Greeco said:
Jim
Sorry i am not to good on Forums
so in any case i want to place a thread i need to choose the correct section ?
next time it wont happen
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Yes; anything that is development related, actual "hacks", ROMs, rooting, bootloader unlocks, etc. Go in the development section of the Atrix 2 forum, and and any questions, and requests and general talk of of things not really development related belong in the general section.
It might be a good idea to read the noob thread, and the rules.
noob thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1396650
Rules:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/announcement.php?f=1058

thank you Jim
now everything is loud and clear
by the way i manage to get the original firmware version of my phone
Blur_Version.55.90.11.ME865.Retail.en.05
you believe that somewhere in here is any link available for download i honestly spend more than 19 hours in front of my monitor looking and searching around for it
any help is welcome

Greeco said:
thank you Jim
now everything is loud and clear
by the way i manage to get the original firmware version of my phone
Blur_Version.55.90.11.ME865.Retail.en.05
you believe that somewhere in here is any link available for download i honestly spend more than 19 hours in front of my monitor looking and searching around for it
any help is welcome
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Nope, but you might PM daywalker04, he is who got us our US version fxz. He will ask you to retrieve several files off your phone and install an upgrade program, that will give him a log file of what to look for.

Yes an other noob questions

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If your phone model isn't listed as an option, don't install that ROM. It will be the end of your phone. If you visit the Skyrocket Q&A forum and the dev forum for, well, any phone, there are loads of tutorials on how to flash safely. Please read them first and follow their instructions, along with the ROM instructions, or brick.
Unless you want to prove how 1337 you are. Then, by all means, install the ROM and prove us wrong.

T.J. Bender said:
If your phone model isn't listed as an option, don't install that ROM. It will be the end of your phone. If you visit the Skyrocket Q&A forum and the dev forum for, well, any phone, there are loads of tutorials on how to flash safely. Please read them first and follow their instructions, along with the ROM instructions, or brick.
Unless you want to prove how 1337 you are. Then, by all means, install the ROM and prove us wrong.
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Yea definitely seems like a better idea to follow the instructions for the specif ROM. Any recommendations on one? not looking for anything fancy just wanna get rid of the stock one and because for some reason my phone is currently on version 2.3.5 and i am not being able to install anything from the marketplace. so any recommendations would be greatly appreciated.

Read the Skyrocket dev forum and decide for yourself. Recommending a ROM would be an insult to all the other devs who've put time, effort and sometimes money into designing their own.

im sorry i am just going nuts now with all the stuff ive been reading and i think i gotta take some steps back to make sure i got everything right.
i have clockworkmod 5. something and from what i was able to read i need the to update to the most resent version. So i found a copy of 6.0.4.5 but i am unsure on how to update it. Tried to put it in my sd and run it by booting into clockwormod recovery and installing the zip. it says it installed successfully but it is still in version 5.
Any help with the would be much appreciated

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1773659
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2176593
Seriously, dude, they're at the top of the page in the Skyrocket Q&A forum. I know you're new and I'll avoid verbally thrashing you, but if you don't learn to search (or, at a bare minimum, read the stickies), you're going to hate it here.

Smfh RULE #1
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