I have been saving my money for 6 months to buy my new ASUS Transformer Infinity TF700T. I bought it at Best Buy with a one year warranty. I was so happy with this tablet and got it all "fixed up" ( rooted / custom rom ect... )
Here is my problem. I just realized today that the headphone jack/port does not work. I have tried 3 different headphones that I know work, yet I get no audio from the tab once I plug them in. I am assuming that it is a hardware defect and not a ROM issue since the rom I use has no complaints about headphone ports not working. I am also assuming this is NOT a known issue ???
I guess I will have to take my tab back to Best Buy and try to get them to give me a new one. My main question is what should I do to the operating system to make it look like it was when I bought it, and not modded with a custom ROM. I did not NvFlash because I updated the software via ASUS by mistake. Here is what I have now:
Transformer Infinity TF700T
Unlocked: ( via ASUS utility )
Software Updated via ASUS: V10.4.4.18 (Official JellyBean 4.1.1)
Recovery installed: TWRP v2.2.2.3
Rooted: Yes
Custom Rom Installed: Baked Black Bean 6 [JB 4.1.2]
What are my best options to make this thing look untouched ? I know I can not "lock it" but un-locking it does not void any warrenty that I know of. But I think I need to unroot and maybe flash some stock ROM ?
Thank you for any tips, help or support.
Cheers
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I would flash back a stock ROM, make sure it is flashable by a custom recovery though!
This will also unroot the device so you shouldnt worry about that. Last thing I would do is make sure when you go into the store you bring in a pair of headphones along with the tablet already booted up so they dont have to reboot the device. If they do reboot the device they have a chance of seeing the "This device is unlocked" message. Most likely they will have to do a factory reset which will require a system reboot but hopefully you can slip by.
For future reference when you unlock your device you break Asus' warranty however I dont know how this would effect the warranty on Best Buys end. Good luck hope you get a working tablet!
IF the headphone jack is your only issue I would try some other headphones. Yes I read you had already tried 3 pairs. A lot of head sets have molded plugs and that can present problems to devices like the Asus as it's not a surface mounted jack as there is some of the TF's case surrrounding the jack. This often prevents molded 3.5 plugs from seating all the way into the jack. I used a xacto knife to trim off some of the molded rubber on my head set's plug to get it all the way in the jack and then it worked fine.
Just a thought....
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IF the headphone jack is your only issue I would try some other headphones. Yes I read you had already tried 3 pairs. A lot of head sets have molded plugs and that can present problems to devices like the Asus as it's not a surface mounted jack as there is some of the TF's case surrrounding the jack. This often prevents molded 3.5 plugs from seating all the way into the jack. I used a xacto knife to trim off some of the molded rubber on my head set's plug to get it all the way in the jack and then it worked fine.
Just a thought....
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Thank you for the tip ( no pun intended ) .... but it still wont produce sound via the jack (
mj23kb24 thank you for your suggestion on how to best revert my Infinity back to some what stock. Couple more questions tho to anyone that can advise ...
1) I thought ASUS did not void your warrenty for only unlocking your boot loader. Rooting and custom roms I understand would be a warrenty breaker ... but unlocking your loader is also ?? Don't they supply the tool to un-lock in the first place ?
2) I am use to other tabs were I can pretty much just flash a *custom* STOCK rom that will look just like it came out of the box. I do know that this tab can NOT be re-locked and that it will show unlocked at boot time. Is there a tutorial I am missing here to revert back to a un-rooted stock (custom of course) with all the bloatware and ASUS crap ?
Basically out of the box looking but un-locked.
Once again here is what I have:
Transformer Infinity TF700T
Unlocked: ( via ASUS utility )
Software Updated via ASUS: V10.4.4.18 (Official JellyBean 4.1.1)
Recovery installed: TWRP v2.2.2.3
Rooted: Yes
Custom Rom Installed: Baked Black Bean 6 [JB 4.1.2]
Thank you !
Thibor69 said:
Thank you for the tip ( no pun intended ) .... but it still wont produce sound via the jack (
mj23kb24 thank you for your suggestion on how to best revert my Infinity back to some what stock. Couple more questions tho to anyone that can advise ...
1) I thought ASUS did not void your warrenty for only unlocking your boot loader. Rooting and custom roms I understand would be a warrenty breaker ... but unlocking your loader is also ?? Don't they supply the tool to un-lock in the first place ?
2) I am use to other tabs were I can pretty much just flash a *custom* STOCK rom that will look just like it came out of the box. I do know that this tab can NOT be re-locked and that it will show unlocked at boot time. Is there a tutorial I am missing here to revert back to a un-rooted stock (custom of course) with all the bloatware and ASUS crap ?
Basically out of the box looking but un-locked.
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Unlocking the bootloader voids the warranty - it even says that when you run the bootloader unlock app. Yes, Asus supplies it, but it's an "at you own risk" type of thing. As soon as you unlock, your warranty is void (the app sends your tablet info to Asus immediately, so they will always know you unlocked).
It's actually the other way around - rooting does not void the warranty (you can unroot), but bootloader unlocking does void the warranty.
There is nothing that can be done to get rid of the "The device is unlocked" message when you turn it on.
You can revert back to stock, unrooted ROM (from Asus website), but the tablet will still be unlocked. Not possible to re-lock it. Period.
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jtrosky said:
Unlocking the bootloader voids the warranty - it even says that when you run the bootloader unlock app. Yes, Asus supplies it, but it's an "at you own risk" type of thing. As soon as you unlock, your warranty is void (the app sends your tablet info to Asus immediately, so they will always know you unlocked).
It's actually the other way around - rooting does not void the warranty (you can unroot), but bootloader unlocking does void the warranty.
There is nothing that can be done to get rid of the "The device is unlocked" message when you turn it on.
You can revert back to stock, unrooted ROM (from Asus website), but the tablet will still be unlocked. Not possible to re-lock it. Period.
Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using Tapatalk 2
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Ok I understand. I guess my next question would be how do I dump TWRP and get the stock recovery back so I can flash stock ROM ?
Thanks
Does anyone know how to get back to a stock recovery ? I have TWRP installed at the moment.
If I flash a stock ROM will it also flash a stock recovery ?
Principally, yes.
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I live in the United States. I purchased an Asus Transformer TF300TL from an online freight overgoods auction. It has a United States ROM (test ROM?) and was probably being sent to an Asus employee for testing purposes or personal use. It is confirmed to be SIM unlocked. An AT&T SIM comes up with the HSPA tray icon and settings/about shows HSPA:11. I tried to register it on the Asus website for warranty purposes but the serial number doesn't appear in their database. It shows "no update available at this time" message when I try to OTA update it through the System Firmware Update.
It is confirmed to NOT be rooted. Obviously I want to root it. Will the standard root procedure for the TF300T/TF300TG work on this device?
It has the following info:
Model: ASUS Transformer Pad TF300TL
Android version: 4.0.3
Baseband version: 333500_0.13.0_0406
Kernel version: 2.6.39.4-00007-g5ec57ee [email protected] #1
Build number: US_epad-userdebug 4.0.3 IML74K US_epad-9.4.4.20-20120413 test-keys
Thanks!
SnoopyII said:
I live in the United States. I purchased an Asus Transformer TF300TL from an online freight overgoods auction. It has a United States ROM (test ROM?) and was probably being sent to an Asus employee for testing purposes or personal use. It is confirmed to be SIM unlocked. An AT&T SIM comes up with the HSPA tray icon and settings/about shows HSPA:11. I tried to register it on the Asus website for warranty purposes but the serial number doesn't appear in their database. It shows "no update available at this time" message when I try to OTA update it through the System Firmware Update.
It is confirmed to NOT be rooted. Obviously I want to root it. Will the standard root procedure for the TF300T/TF300TG work on this device?
It has the following info:
Model: ASUS Transformer Pad TF300TL
Android version: 4.0.3
Baseband version: 333500_0.13.0_0406
Kernel version: 2.6.39.4-00007-g5ec57ee [email protected] #1
Build number: US_epad-userdebug 4.0.3 IML74K US_epad-9.4.4.20-20120413 test-keys
Thanks!
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Interesting. I'd try the debugfs method. You don't have to unlock the bootloader that way, unless of course you want to.
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funnel71 said:
Interesting. I'd try the debugfs method. You don't have to unlock the bootloader that way, unless of course you want to.
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Thanks worked flawlessly. It ran the script with no errors. I don't need the bootloader unlocked. :good:
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Hello there, would you mind pointing me to the link that you have followed? I would like to root my TF300TL too.
GNmagic said:
Hello there, would you mind pointing me to the link that you have followed? I would like to root my TF300TL too.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1706588
SnoopyII said:
Thanks worked flawlessly. It ran the script with no errors. I don't need the bootloader unlocked. :good:
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Be carefull!
When I first bought the tablet, i immediately started to root the device, without unlocking the boot (I don't want the warranty void).
All went well at first.... installed titanium backup .... root explorer...
Then i saw: Beats Audio [Root] and I thought... yeah... let's install this....
After install, beats audio had to reboot.... so the pad reboots..... and after that I was staring at the asus boot logo 24/7.:crying:
Something went horribly wrong and i couldn't reach recovery, since the usb icon is not available when you are at a locked boot-loader.
So, I've got the pad back from RMA.... and the first thing i did was:
Unlocking boot !!
PS. You don't loose warranty, when for example you sit on the pad and the glass breaks.
They'll fix it!
barkiecol said:
Be carefull!
When I first bought the tablet, i immediately started to root the device, without unlocking the boot (I don't want the warranty void).
All went well at first.... installed titanium backup .... root explorer...
Then i saw: Beats Audio [Root] and I thought... yeah... let's install this....
After install, beats audio had to reboot.... so the pad reboots..... and after that I was staring at the asus boot logo 24/7.:crying:
Something went horribly wrong and i couldn't reach recovery, since the usb icon is not available when you are at a locked boot-loader.
So, I've got the pad back from RMA.... and the first thing i did was:
Unlocking boot !!
PS. You don't loose warranty, when for example you sit on the pad and the glass breaks.
They'll fix it!
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So in other words, beats beat you down. Any idea why? Not compatible with tegra 3 or something?
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barkiecol said:
Be carefull!
When I first bought the tablet, i immediately started to root the device, without unlocking the boot (I don't want the warranty void).
All went well at first.... installed titanium backup .... root explorer...
Then i saw: Beats Audio [Root] and I thought... yeah... let's install this....
After install, beats audio had to reboot.... so the pad reboots..... and after that I was staring at the asus boot logo 24/7.:crying:
Something went horribly wrong and i couldn't reach recovery, since the usb icon is not available when you are at a locked boot-loader.
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I am sure the TF300TL I have is an engineering - test or U.S. employee "one off" device. It has a custom factory ROM.
The SKU starts with "US_epad" and ends with "test-keys".
In any event...running 1 of the benchmark tools it showed a German flag so I am pretty sure it is a German model with a custom US ROM.
Is yours a German TF300TL?
The TF300 series have 1 speaker so unless you are using Dre Beats headphones...
I installed volume+ which has a beats sound profile.
For fun I installed Tweakker ICS beta (an APN settings tool)
Also since my serial number isn't in the database, I have no warranty.
If I called them and asked them for a repair they would probably say "where did you get that tablet from"?
There is a downloadable update at the Asus website for the German TF300TL but I am not going to roll the dice and try to update to it.
My SKU is US even though i am pretty sure it is identical to the German SKU.
The German support site doesn't list the bootloader unlock tool for the TF300TL.
http://support.asus.de/download/download.aspx?SLanguage=de-de
Do you have the TF300T?(WiFi only version) or TF300TG? (3g version) or TF300TL?(LTE version)
You posted the following quote in another topic here.
barkiecol said:
Hi,
On the first day, I rooted the device..... but i didn't unlock the bootloader.... was afraid of void warranty, you know.
That was a ..... BAD BAD Mistake .....
After installing Beats audio [root], the pad rebooted and I was looking at the Asus boot logo.... forever...
So tip for everyone..... don't just root the pad without unlocking the device first!!
Some crazy stuff can happen and you will never reach the USB recovery mode!!
Now, the pad is back from RMA and the first thing i did was unlocking the bootloader.
Now I am running a rooted jelly bean tf300t and i am loving it!!!
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Just a small further update:
Just for fun, I downloaded the newest firmware update from the global website for the TF300TL.
I unzipped it onceand copied it to a blank, properly formatted SD Micro card.
It recognizes the card and file but doesn't recognize that it is an update.
Also when I attempt to go into recovery mode (volume down + Power, then quickly press volume up) it shows the android robot with the open stomach and the red triangle.
When booting (volume dowm + Power) it shows the standard android logo (boot to android), the USB logo (bootloader mode), and wipe data logo (wipe data obviously)
Next I am going to download the Asus Pad PC suite.
So far there is no bootloader unlock utility for it. It might brick the tablet to try to unlock the bootloader anyway.
I strongly suspect that Asus locked this sample tablet down hard. haha.
Well at least I got it rooted.
is it possible to root the FT300TL german Version?
Hello together,
I´m in generel a newby. Rootet my Galaxy S2 with Siyah, thats all I performed till today.
Now we bought a TF300TL for our company to use it for our webbased application outside the office. The problem is that in the stock configuration only with Firefox the right click is possible at some, but not all points and FF has also problems to show all details on the site correctly.
I heared about the possibility running Ubuntu on Android, this shout fix the above mentioned problems i think.
I could life with losing LTE possibility if 3G would be still avaible, cause Vodafone Germany don´t offer a secound data Sim-Card with LTE when the first SIM is using Datapackages also (but it has to for checking mails). The phone rings only one time, then the caller is connected to somewhere and thats all. A single LTE Data SIM is to expensive, so we will downgrade the secound SIM to 3G...
So back to my question: Can I root the TF300TL? what do i need for it´s if possible?
Greats
massaklassa
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1706588
massaklassa said:
Hello together,
I´m in generel a newby. Rootet my Galaxy S2 with Siyah, thats all I performed till today.
Now we bought a TF300TL for our company to use it for our webbased application outside the office. The problem is that in the stock configuration only with Firefox the right click is possible at some, but not all points and FF has also problems to show all details on the site correctly.
I heared about the possibility running Ubuntu on Android, this shout fix the above mentioned problems i think.
I could life with losing LTE possibility if 3G would be still avaible, cause Vodafone Germany don´t offer a secound data Sim-Card with LTE when the first SIM is using Datapackages also (but it has to for checking mails). The phone rings only one time, then the caller is connected to somewhere and thats all. A single LTE Data SIM is to expensive, so we will downgrade the secound SIM to 3G...
So back to my question: Can I root the TF300TL? what do i need for it´s if possible?
Greats
massaklassa
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I rooted my 300TL with debugfs. I had root untill I powered off. Now I have a half root condition. I would try to root it with debugfs AND back it up with OTS rootkeeper right after that.
BTW, since unlocking and suedo-rooting it runs like [email protected]
How to unlock Asus TF300TL tablet !!
Hi....
i bought Asus TF300TL from US recently, but after receiving i noticed that the SIM is locked to AT&T network. even i got an AT&T SIM from the tray when i opened it. is it possible to unlock this tablet, i want to use my local network SIM.
Pls helppppp......
Thanks,
Nitheesh
nitheesh said:
Hi....
i bought Asus TF300TL from US recently, but after receiving i noticed that the SIM is locked to AT&T network. even i got an AT&T SIM from the tray when i opened it. is it possible to unlock this tablet, i want to use my local network SIM.
Pls helppppp......
Thanks,
Nitheesh
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Have you tried to put another Sim in it? If you have and it indicates locked, you'll need to contact att I assume.
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theBOZman said:
I rooted my 300TL with debugfs. I had root untill I powered off. Now I have a half root condition. I would try to root it with debugfs AND back it up with OTS rootkeeper right after that.
BTW, since unlocking and suedo-rooting it runs like [email protected]
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I rooted mine. it has always stayed rooted. Mine runs zippy quick. I use antutu cpu app to set my cpu to run @ 760mhz (min) - 1500mhz (max)
It scores over 12,000 on the antutu benchmark program (latest version)
nitheesh said:
Hi....
i bought Asus TF300TL from US recently, but after receiving i noticed that the SIM is locked to AT&T network. even i got an AT&T SIM from the tray when i opened it. is it possible to unlock this tablet, i want to use my local network SIM.
Pls helppppp......
Thanks,
Nitheesh
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Call AT&T and request your UNLOCK code. They will hassle you and dance around (be firm with them) and they will eventually give you the unlock code.
Did you get this solve?
nitheesh said:
Hi....
i bought Asus TF300TL from US recently, but after receiving i noticed that the SIM is locked to AT&T network. even i got an AT&T SIM from the tray when i opened it. is it possible to unlock this tablet, i want to use my local network SIM.
Pls helppppp......
Thanks,
Nitheesh
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Hi, were you able to unlock this tablet? pls let me know. I am in same situation. I have called AT&T and they said this tablet is locked to sue only with AT&T as per the contract between Asus & AT&T and they said it cannot be unlocked. Looks rooting is only option. But, I do not know if anyone had been able to successfuly do it and able to install other provider sim card outside US. Please advise.
Have successfully rooted TF300TL JB 4.2 with the motochopper tool. There was a little problem with "ADB server didn't ACK" during the process, solved by deleting the adb.exe into the processes list.
Hello,
Im a happy owner of infinity and recently I have been really tempted to install a custom rom. However I would never wanna unlock my boot loader as I don't want to lose warranty. So here are a few questions I have:
1. From what I read, there are roms that can be installed on locked boot loader, is this true?
2. If yes for question 1, then can u recommend the best and most stable rom for locked boot loader?
3. Would I be able to reverse this operation and reinstall stock rom, in case if I need to send it to Asus for fixing?
4. If reversable, once reversed, is warranty still intact?
I appreciate and thank those who help me with this.
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no, it can't be done at this time.
The first reply covers it all. You can't have your cake and eat it at the same time.
Hi all, new to the site.. I have been trying to find sites on google to help me understand better about unlocked tablets.
I recently bought an Asus TF300T transformer pad on ebay, the seller told me everything was in excellent condition except when the machine is powering up, there is a message in the corner that says ' Device is unlocked'. I started researching on this a little and Ive found that the asus tablet has its bootloader unlocked, and it leads to rooting.
I really have no desire to root, this will be a present to someone i care about. Unfortunately i cannot return the item as the seller has stated nonreturns are available. So my question is, if i happen to leave the bootloader unlocked, but not root at all, is there any longtime problem that will occur? Im worried about not being able to update to the latest software. Hope Im in the right place asking this question.
Yamato Cannon said:
Hi all, new to the site.. I have been trying to find sites on google to help me understand better about unlocked tablets.
I recently bought an Asus TF300T transformer pad on ebay, the seller told me everything was in excellent condition except when the machine is powering up, there is a message in the corner that says ' Device is unlocked'. I started researching on this a little and Ive found that the asus tablet has its bootloader unlocked, and it leads to rooting.
I really have no desire to root, this will be a present to someone i care about. Unfortunately i cannot return the item as the seller has stated nonreturns are available. So my question is, if i happen to leave the bootloader unlocked, but not root at all, is there any longtime problem that will occur? Im worried about not being able to update to the latest software. Hope Im in the right place asking this question.
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Ok, there is no long term issue with unlocked device. The pros: you can install custom rom/kernel to make your device runs faster. Cons, you will have to manually upgrade your firmware, the OTA update is no longer works for unlocked device. In short unlock without rooting or unlock with rooting have NO EFFECT on your device,
buhohitr said:
Ok, there is no long term issue with unlocked device. The pros: you can install custom rom/kernel to make your device runs faster. Cons, you will have to manually upgrade your firmware, the OTA update is no longer works for unlocked device. In short unlock without rooting or unlock with rooting have NO EFFECT on your device,
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Hi buhohitr, thanks for giving me that answer. I also forgot to put this down but can the tablet, being unlocked that is without roooting, can it still download apps from google store without any problems? and will the apps run just as it would on a locked tablet? Thank you again for your previous answer, appreciate it.
As the other guys said, the only things that change are the lack of OTA updates, the manufacturers warranty is void due to the unlocking, and that the user can (whenever they feel like it) install a custom ROM.
Everything else remains exactly the same, like being able to use/download apps and stuff.
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SteveG12543 said:
As the other guys said, the only things that change are the lack of OTA updates, the manufacturers warranty is void due to the unlocking, and that the user can (whenever they feel like it) install a custom ROM.
Everything else remains exactly the same, like being able to use/download apps and stuff.
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Thank you SteveG and Buhohitr, sorry if this was posted in the wrong section.
Hi,
I belong to those who cannot unlock the TF300T bootloader (in my case probably because I sent it once to Asus Repair Center and after getting back the serial number was removed from the device). I've tried to unlock plenty of times with the Asus Unlock Tool -- without any result.
I can root the device and I can flash any factory ROM, downloaded from Asus website -- but I cannot flash any custom ROM. It would be essential since the official ROM (any of them) becomes laggy and slow very soon after flashing and I am tired of flashing and re-doing the setup process every month or so.
The Service Center certainly does not recognise its responsibility and does not want to help.
To tell the truth I could not follow day-by-day the TF300T threads of the Forum, so let me ask: Is there any new method to unlock? Or without unlock is it possible to flash a smoother and quicker custom ROM to my device?
Thanks in advance for the answers!
I have the same problem....
If you are rooted, you could try flashing a custom recovery via the command line, but it will probably not work with a locked bootloader (can't test, I am unlocked).
But I saw several people report that they succeeded with unlocking after contacting their local Asus representative.
Obviously they can request an update in the device database, then the unlock tool works.
Don't give up and keep nagging the Asus guys, till they look into it just to get rid of you!
I'm a member of this awesome non-unlockable group. I hope Asus burns in hell! I've spent the past 4 days and countless hours f**king with this thing. I'm so fed up with these assholes. I'm never using ****ty android again.
ctibor said:
Hi,
I belong to those who cannot unlock the TF300T bootloader (in my case probably because I sent it once to Asus Repair Center and after getting back the serial number was removed from the device). I've tried to unlock plenty of times with the Asus Unlock Tool -- without any result.
I can root the device and I can flash any factory ROM, downloaded from Asus website -- but I cannot flash any custom ROM. It would be essential since the official ROM (any of them) becomes laggy and slow very soon after flashing and I am tired of flashing and re-doing the setup process every month or so.
The Service Center certainly does not recognise its responsibility and does not want to help.
To tell the truth I could not follow day-by-day the TF300T threads of the Forum, so let me ask: Is there any new method to unlock? Or without unlock is it possible to flash a smoother and quicker custom ROM to my device?
Thanks in advance for the answers!
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I actually ran into this problem but without sending it in for repairs, like f69m said
f69m said:
Don't give up and keep nagging the Asus guys, till they look into it just to get rid of you!
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and they did, and I'm enjoying the benefits of doing so. Good Luck
After 1 year they finally answered that the tool doesn't work and it's not supported
spider623 said:
After 1 year they finally answered that the tool doesn't work and it's not supported
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Hi.
Are you sure of it? I've bought my tf300t few months ago (it was a refurbished tablet). The unlock tool didn't work for me. Two weeks ago i've sent a mail to asus support and they told me to send them some screenshots (with my SN and mac adress etc.). After that, they updated their database and told me to retry to unlock the bootloader.
It did'nt change anything for me. I still have the network problem. I've tried the asus device tracker website and it tells me that my serial number isn't correct but when i write it in the product registration on asus website, it's automatically recognized as a tf300t and the support told me that everything was ok for them and the guy was able to read informations about my tablet...
Did anybody encounter the same problem ?
PS: sorry for my bad english.
kallos said:
Hi.
Are you sure of it? I've bought my tf300t few months ago (it was a refurbished tablet). The unlock tool didn't work for me. Two weeks ago i've sent a mail to asus support and they told me to send them some screenshots (with my SN and mac adress etc.). After that, they updated their database and told me to retry to unlock the bootloader.
It did'nt change anything for me. I still have the network problem. I've tried the asus device tracker website and it tells me that my serial number isn't correct but when i write it in the product registration on asus website, it's automatically recognized as a tf300t and the support told me that everything was ok for them and the guy was able to read informations about my tablet...
Did anybody encounter the same problem ?
PS: sorry for my bad english.
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For the TG, for T they just don't support unlocking, the Asus policy is simple now, quantity first, they stop cats about quality and didn't train the support to help you with complex matters, plus unlocking voids the warranty and they are instructed not to help you with it, also rma the tablet to unlock it will cost you 350 euro for shipping, replacing the motherboard, voiding the warranty and all that without shipping warranty and no telling when they will find time to do it, too many defective products
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spider623 said:
For the TG, for T they just don't support unlocking, the Asus policy is simple now, quantity first, they stop cats about quality and didn't train the support to help you with complex matters, plus unlocking voids the warranty and they are instructed not to help you with it, also rma the tablet to unlock it will cost you 350 euro for shipping, replacing the motherboard, voiding the warranty and all that without shipping warranty and no telling when they will find time to do it, too many defective products
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Well... The warranty isn't a problem anymore. It's available only for pair of months now. They knew my tablet was a tf300 T. Different people have been requested in asus support to solve the problem. They have updated their database with the necessary informations... If the app wasn't supported anymore, don't you think that one of them would have told it? I've asked it to the support guy, i'm waiting his answer.... I'll don't let them like this.
I also can't unlock and ASUS refuse to help.
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Hi all,
I've had a bit of experience in rooting and flashing, back on my old Nexus 4. Haven't done it in awhile due to my 4.4 Nexus 5 stock being bloody perfect in my opinion.
But coming up to Android 5 lollipop... I'm really looking for a new ROM as I believe 5.0 stock is terrible. So my first question: Is it now possible to restore the tablet back to a state that the warranty provider will not be able to tell it's been rooted/flashed (and voided warranty)?
My Second is: How on earth do you chose between ROMs now? I'm thinking of using xTraSmooth 3.1 but OptiPop has also caught my eye!
Cheers.
Tomo8281 said:
Hi all,
I've had a bit of experience in rooting and flashing, back on my old Nexus 4. Haven't done it in awhile due to my 4.4 Nexus 5 stock being bloody perfect in my opinion.
But coming up to Android 5 lollipop... I'm really looking for a new ROM as I believe 5.0 stock is terrible. So my first question: Is it now possible to restore the tablet back to a state that the warranty provider will not be able to tell it's been rooted/flashed (and voided warranty)?
My Second is: How on earth do you chose between ROMs now? I'm thinking of using xTraSmooth 3.1 but OptiPop has also caught my eye!
Cheers.
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First of all, the Nexus 5 isn't a tablet.
It is possible to reset the bootloader tamper flag and relock it, either with a few apps that require root access then removing root with the option in SuperSU, or simply flashing with LG Flashtool. The Nexus 5 doesn't have anything else to show if it has been modified or not, unless you blatantly have the bootloader unlocked or a custom ROM/SuperSU binaries installed (which doesn't matter if the phone can't even boot up at all I guess).
Also, if you bought it from Google via the Play Store, they don't seem to mind any sort of software state if its a legitimate manufacturing defect that the warranty usually covers. People have sent in their devices for legitimate defects with unlocked bootloaders and custom ROMs + kernels and Google hasn't really cared.
Regarding your second question: you try a few out and find the one you like. Or if that's not possible then some of us end up building our own.
Lethargy said:
First of all, the Nexus 5 isn't a tablet.
It is possible to reset the bootloader tamper flag and relock it, either with a few apps that require root access then removing root with the option in SuperSU, or simply flashing with LG Flashtool. The Nexus 5 doesn't have anything else to show if it has been modified or not, unless you blatantly have the bootloader unlocked or a custom ROM/SuperSU binaries installed (which doesn't matter if the phone can't even boot up at all I guess).
Also, if you bought it from Google via the Play Store, they don't seem to mind any sort of software state if its a legitimate manufacturing defect that the warranty usually covers. People have sent in their devices for legitimate defects with unlocked bootloaders and custom ROMs + kernels and Google hasn't really cared.
Regarding your second question: you try a few out and find the one you like. Or if that's not possible then some of us end up building our own.
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My mistake for posting this while thinking of my new Christmas present (Galaxy Tab S tablet) !
Thanks for your reply, really appreciate it!
I think I'll install xtrasmooth today !