Hello I'm ending if anyone can give me some detailed steps on getting root back after upgrading to 2.3.5. I've seen one post with instructions, but when it comes to rooting an HTC device, I get nervous. I just want to use my Wi-Fi tethering again, so would I just need to unlock my bootloader using HTCdev and install CWM? Do I downgrade?
Someone please help me out.
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wizky911 said:
Hello I'm ending if anyone can give me some detailed steps on getting root back after upgrading to 2.3.5. I've seen one post with instructions, but when it comes to rooting an HTC device, I get nervous. I just want to use my Wi-Fi tethering again, so would I just need to unlock my bootloader using HTCdev and install CWM? Do I downgrade?
Someone please help me out.
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How did you root it the first time, AAHK or HTCDEV? If you used AAHK you might still be S-OFF; just flash a recovery and flash a rooted ROM. If you used HTCDEV I advise that you use AAHK this time around. Google "attn1 aahk" to find it. You will need to downgrade; it's in the Kit.
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How did you root it the first time, AAHK or HTCDEV? If you used AAHK you might still be S-OFF; just flash a recovery and flash a rooted ROM. If you used HTCDEV I advise that you use AAHK this time around. Google "attn1 aahk" to find it. You will need to downgrade; it's in the Kit.
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I used AAHK. I'll try it again, I just kept reading that it wasn't working anymore
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I used AAHK. I'll try it again, I just kept reading that it wasn't working anymore
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Wait, what does HBOOT say? Does it say S-OFF?
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My friend has an HTC Sensation that he rooted and tried to put an ics rom on. I tried to help him as I have rooted 3 different types of phones and installed several custom roms on them. I updates the firmware and that broke the phone. I fixed by running the 1.50 ruu. Unlock with htcdev and installed cwm. Can't get s off or get roms to boot. Please advise.
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My friend has an HTC Sensation that he rooted and tried to put an ics rom on. I tried to help him as I have rooted 3 different types of phones and installed several custom roms on them. I updates the firmware and that broke the phone. I fixed by running the 1.50 ruu. Unlock with htcdev and installed cwm. Can't get s off or get roms to boot. Please advise.
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Did you go to this page yet?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192300
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My friend has an HTC Sensation that he rooted and tried to put an ics rom on. I tried to help him as I have rooted 3 different types of phones and installed several custom roms on them. I updates the firmware and that broke the phone. I fixed by running the 1.50 ruu. Unlock with htcdev and installed cwm. Can't get s off or get roms to boot. Please advise.
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Unfortunately htc.dev only unlocks part of the bootloader and you can't flash radio.img or boot.img to the device. Revolutionary will not work on htc.dev unlocked device, and roms may not boot unless official htckernel (boot.img) is used.
Solution is to run your ruu again, and start over using the thread posted above. If that fails there is a way to recover the device, I'll find a link and post it.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1469296
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I tried the ruu again and it says security fail on the phone. do I need to relock the bootloader? If that doesn't work I will try the methods above. Thank you all for the help.
OK yes try to relock - its part of the guide posted above. Its a bit of a process but shown to work!
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So I finally got the virtuous rom to work by using adb to flash the boot.img and that rom is working. Can't get the bootloader to lock back so I can root with revolutionary or use an ruu. Frustrated.
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OK so you have bootable rom and working recovery? Next you need to flash the 2.3.3 rom according to the instructions in the guide posted above. This will downgrade and relock bootloader, you should then be able to s-off & root.
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Unfortunately htc.dev only unlocks part of the bootloader and you can't flash radio.img or boot.img to the device. Revolutionary will not work on htc.dev unlocked device, and roms may not boot unless official htckernel (boot.img) is used.
Solution is to run your ruu again, and start over using the thread posted above. If that fails there is a way to recover the device, I'll find a link and post it.
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hey.i unlock my bootloader via htc dev method. But i can flash radios . but i run revolutionary to s-off
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OK so you have bootable rom and working recovery? Next you need to flash the 2.3.3 rom according to the instructions in the guide posted above. This will downgrade and relock bootloader, you should then be able to s-off & root.
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Unfortunately the links are dead for the 2.3.3 rom.
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Unfortunately the links are dead for the 2.3.3 rom.
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Hmmm, annoying.
You may be able to find something else by searching, instructions specify a stock rooted 2.3.3 rom, not necessarily the actual one in the link.
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If anyone has a link to any 2.3.3 rom for the sensation I would greatly appreciate it. i have been looking for hours and all of the links are on multiupload therefore no good.
What is the hboot version?
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1.18
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Ok could use some of y'alls help i used the toolkit in this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1532809 and everything worked flawlessly except the permroot option which would normally be fine except ive tried every root option i can find and cant gain permroot i am unlocked s-on have cwm recovery loaded and working the only thing i can find that may be holding me up is that im on hboot version 1.45.0013 revolutaniary method says its not compatible any help any of you have would most appreciated ive searched and tried every method i can find to gain root but no luck
Thanks in advance,
Jacob
Just flash a superuser.zip files through CWM Recovery and you're rooted.
If what the person before me said doesn't work try looking up the thread that's says " how to flash ics with s-on" after u do that process right you'll gain root access. Because I was in the same situation with you and couldn't gain root. But that worked.
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I'm sort of having the same issue... Where do you get superuser.zip? Is there a specific one we need? And can I just flash it then right away flash a rom?
Thanks
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polarbearmc said:
I'm sort of having the same issue... Where do you get superuser.zip? Is there a specific one we need? And can I just flash it then right away flash a rom?
Thanks
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http://androidsu.com/superuser/
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Please i need help. I want to root my device. I have unlocked the bootloader using HTCDev. i have ICS,s-on and HBoot 2.00.0002. I have tried Superoneclick but it hangs at #5 all the time. Pls, is there any other method? (NB : I dont want the downgrade method) I just want a "My device" compatible type. Thanks.
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Super one click is not the way to go if you want to learn, it's not that difficult to downgrade and s-off of you follow the guides. If you do downgrade then flash the eng hboot(is an eng 2.00.002) of not then just flash the boot.img every time you change roms. Look in the index on the dev thread it will give you all the info you need. Just follow the guides to the letter and you'll be fine
"I've had a wonderful time, but this wasn't it."- Groucho Marx
Since you've got your bootloader, unlocked. Flash a custom recovery. Then flash SuperSu or SuperUser via recovery. Don't ask where to get it, search.
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Since you've got your bootloader, unlocked. Flash a custom recovery. Then flash SuperSu or SuperUser via recovery. Don't ask where to get it, search.
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Thanks but please how do i flash supersu? Would i need to download the zip file or what. i installed from Playstore and backedup so i have the apk file. Any usefulness with that?
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No, Play Store won't help you. You need to follow Skanob's post, and do exactly what he wrote exactly in the way he wrote. If you don't understand how to flash - read more until you do.
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No, Play Store won't help you. You need to follow Skanob's post, and do exactly what he wrote exactly in the way he wrote. If you don't understand how to flash - read more until you do.
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ok thanks. i just did 4ext via recovery. any easy step from there? thanks. really appreciate.
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He wrote "flash custom recovery", that's what you did.
The next step is "flash SuperSU via recovery".
Google it.
If you won't understand what should be done - it means you shouldn't have root access on your phone. And it's not a derogatory remark, but a safety measure - before the next thread like "I tried to use some root program, now my phone doesn't boot and I don't know what to do". This isn't a support forum.
I wanna thank errone whos got a hand in dis. I just successfully rooted my fone. Thanks.
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I wanna thank errone whos got a hand in dis. I just successfully rooted my fone. Thanks.
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There's a thanks button for that.
Could you edit the original post to "solved" so it can slowly drop to the bottom of the list or get locked
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- Yoda
its_Khal said:
Please i need help. I want to root my device. I have unlocked the bootloader using HTCDev. i have ICS,s-on and HBoot 2.00.0002. I have tried Superoneclick but it hangs at #5 all the time. Pls, is there any other method? (NB : I dont want the downgrade method) I just want a "My device" compatible type. Thanks.
(((((( SOLVED ))))))
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I actually meant the thread title (op means original post)
"Do, or do not. There is no 'try'."
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I plan on rooting a friends Inspire 4g and I was wondering which method should I use to root the phone? I understand there are 2 different ways. It's an HTC Inspire 4g 2.3.5 with the build number 3.20.502.52 cl380259. I can't seem to find any recent ways to find out how to do this except this on here:
http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88
Is that the only way to do it now? I have experience with rooting. I've rooted 2 HTC arias in the past along with a moto back flip and atrix 2, so I do have rooting and flashing experience. Im just trying to get some more info before doing this. Thanks for any and all help.
Yes, you would need to do it that way for S-Off. You could also unlock the boot loader with HTCDEV only, but you will be S-On and get fewer options that way.
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Yes, you would need to do it that way for S-Off. You could also unlock the boot loader with HTCDEV only, but you will be S-On and get fewer options that way.
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Well I plan to only flash one rom on this device and never mess with it again. Preferably CM9/10. I don't plan on messing with different roms after that. So if I root using HTCDEV, will I be able to flash one of those ROMS?
Yes. You will need to fastboot flash boot.img separately after the ROM.
Banana gave me a link for AAHK and its better, I have s off and unlocked bootloader.....I've never used HTC dev unlock
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Jrhodes85 said:
Banana gave me a link for AAHK and its better, I have s off and unlocked bootloader.....I've never used HTC dev unlock
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Then you don't have an unlocked bootloader. You are S-OFF, which means that the nand partition security is off now. That allows you to flash anything you want...much better than an unlock bootloader only.
Help please
I am on the same build.succed in unlocking boot loader by HTCDEV.But cant flash the boot image as mension here http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88.
What to do ?
thank in advance.
alfi07 said:
I am on the same build.succed in unlocking boot loader by HTCDEV.But cant flash the boot image as mension here http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88.
What to do ?
thank in advance.
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Why not? what is the problem you are having to flash the boot image?
Jrhodes85 said:
Banana gave me a link for AAHK and its better, I have s off and unlocked bootloader.....I've never used HTC dev unlock
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Then you don't have an unlocked bootloader. You are S-OFF, which means that the nand partition security is off now. That allows you to flash anything you want...much better than an unlock bootloader only.
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So if I just root and have S-OFF without having an unlocked bootloader, I can flash any ROM of my choosing? That seems like it's the best way to go or the easiest at least. Could you give me or mind PM'ing me the AAHK that you used Jrhodes?
Check the thread linked in my signature.
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I am on the same build.succed in unlocking boot loader by HTCDEV.But cant flash the boot image as mension here http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88.
What to do ?
thank in advance.
Why not? what is the problem you are having to flash the boot image?
I am not able to flash the boot.img in any way.Before trying the hack kit.
Thanks
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baySF said:
So if I just root and have S-OFF without having an unlocked bootloader, I can flash any ROM of my choosing? That seems like it's the best way to go or the easiest at least. Could you give me or mind PM'ing me the AAHK that you used Jrhodes?
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I used the link glev gave me. On a side note I'm trying to understand radios and how to flash em...i haven't changed the radio yet but I'm using T-Mobile and I don't get signal..I'm probably just going to switch to at&t next month.
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Is it possible to root an AT&T Inspire 4G? My friend has one and I was gonna try and help him.. is it anything like unlocking and rooting the Galaxy S3? I cant find much on the process..
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Is it possible to root an AT&T Inspire 4G? My friend has one and I was gonna try and help him.. is it anything like unlocking and rooting the Galaxy S3? I cant find much on the process..
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Yes. If http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88 applies read it. If not just use AAHK from the same site. I don't know anything about how the GS3 is unlocked. The link in my signature (to the thread in the DHD forums, which is the international variant of the same phone) will help.
Google play store has this one app for an easy root Samsung ordeal, I've seen it and was going to try and use it when I was thinking about getting a Samsung galaxy S
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Google play store has this one app for an easy root Samsung ordeal, I've seen it and was going to try and use it when I was thinking about getting a Samsung galaxy S
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Wrong forum.
Hi guys I just got my Inspire 4g 2 days ago .......
Now I want my device to get rooted asap to install custom roms and my first target is Sabsa Prime v13
So,I want to root it first & I'm on inspire 4g Gingerbread 2.3.5 running latest built by at&t I.e, 3.20.501.52 and I heard that the latest AAHK will not work unless u downgrade it so plz someone help me to downgrade my device to whatever needed.......
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Hi guys I just got my Inspire 4g 2 days ago .......
Now I want my device to get rooted asap to install custom roms and my first target is Sabsa Prime v13
So,I want to root it first & I'm on inspire 4g Gingerbread 2.3.5 running latest built by at&t I.e, 3.20.501.52 and I heard that the latest AAHK will not work unless u downgrade it so plz someone help me to downgrade my device to whatever needed.......
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Reading is always the answer...:good:
http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88
Bro... Problem is that every one gives the same link but I need full downgrade tutorial....
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amanvishnani said:
Bro... Problem is that every one gives the same link but I need full downgrade tutorial....
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Then you are in the wrong place. This is a developers site, you are suppossed to do your homework and read and do some research. A tutorial will probably lead you to a messed bootloader and belive me, that is really painful to deal with.
That thread has all you need to know. Even has a noob guide (the same that in my signature) that will help you out. Try that out and once you know what rooting and downgrading involves, you are ready to go.
Hi there, thanx for ur suggestions ,
I have started my Home Work...
I just Read this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30828287&postcount=26
Now I just wanna ask wether in this process are their any chances of my new-old phone getting bricked...hmmm???
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amanvishnani said:
Hi there, thanx for ur suggestions ,
I have started my Home Work...
I just Read this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30828287&postcount=26
Now I just wanna ask wether in this process are their any chances of my new-old phone getting bricked...hmmm???
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As long as you follow instructions in the Hack Kit site and in the effen manual, chances are almost inexistent, thou modifying software always involves risks.
You have you be aware of that. Several thousands of dhd and inspire users have used the kit successfully, so that is your proof that it works flawlessly as long as directions are followed.
Bro my point in not hack kit...
I m asking about downgrading and unlocking bootloader as it is said in above post
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amanvishnani said:
Bro my point in not hack kit...
I m asking about downgrading and unlocking bootloader as it is said in above post
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What? what for? downgrading to unlock bootloader?? that does not exist...again, read carefully or your next post will ask for help to recover your messed bootloader device...
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What? what for? downgrading to unlock bootloader?? that does not exist...again, read carefully or your next post will ask for help to recover your messed bootloader device...
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He wants to unlock the bootloader and flash attn1's boot.IMG for the latest I4G build. The http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88 instructions.
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He wants to unlock the bootloader and flash attn1's boot.IMG for the latest I4G build. The http://tau.shadowchild.nl/attn1/?p=88 instructions.
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Ok, now I get it...but he posted a downgrade guide at the OP that will leave you with a messed bootloader. Thanks
Bananagar.. got my point
Now getting back to the question
Are their any chances that my phone may get bricked?
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Bananagar.. got my point
Now getting back to the question
Are their any chances that my phone may get bricked?
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Same answer. If you follow instructions you shouldn't have problems. The risk is always latent, you are modifying software, but there are lots of success cases that backup the process.
Its very simple. I did this 4 days ago. Currently on 4.2 AOKP. All you need to do. Unlock your bootloader. Thats easy. Htcdev.com. create an account and follow the directions. This'll unlock bootloader. Then Download that boot.zip. extract the boot.IMG and put it in the fastboot folder. On computer, cd to fast boot folder and type fastboot flash boot boot.img. relock the boot loader. Then run the hack kit. Questions?
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Thnx..... I got my best answer .....
I will go for it .....
If I will have any problem will reply to same post or pm u......
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Am I missing out on having my devices boot loader unlocked ? When I first tot the inspire 4g I had some difficulties knowing where to start but than I figured out how to root the thing with AAHK. I'm now using a cm10 ROM and honestly I'm curious about this boot loader option. I would assume that by using aahk that I couldn't use htcdev to unlock the bootloader because I might risk brick or some god awful thing...
Ultimately all I wanted to do was be able to use custom roms and vice versa but now that I keep hearing about this bootloader option it makes me curious as to what unlocking it well do for my inspire
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Am I missing out on having my devices boot loader unlocked ? When I first tot the inspire 4g I had some difficulties knowing where to start but than I figured out how to root the thing with AAHK. I'm now using a cm10 ROM and honestly I'm curious about this boot loader option. I would assume that by using aahk that I couldn't use htcdev to unlock the bootloader because I might risk brick or some god awful thing...
Ultimately all I wanted to do was be able to use custom roms and vice versa but now that I keep hearing about this bootloader option it makes me curious as to what unlocking it well do for my inspire
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S-Off with AAHK is a much better option than S-On boot loader unlock with HTCDEV. With S-On you can only flash ROMs meant for the DHD, meaning no ported ROMs. Also, you need to fast boot flash a boot.IMG separately each time you flash a ROM. Also, you let HTC know and so you lose any warranty you may have. And radios can't be flashed. Look in the Ace Think Tank guide for more information.
You just answered all my questions man, I appreciate it...ill stick to what I know...its a different experience coming from a LG optimus one....
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