I flashed CleanRom 5.0 the other day, along with the new Modem and RPM. I was previously stock and rooted ICS. I no longer have the ability to use DLNA, and searching the CleanRom thread in the Developement section it looks like it might be because I did not install the Allshare app when installing the ROM.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30877701&postcount=1131
I want to go through the install again, but have a few questions, but don't have the authority to post in the ROM thread. Just want to make sure I go through the right steps.
Do I just need to boot into CWM recovery and do a system wipe, cache wipe and delvik cache wipe, then reflash and install the ROM with the options I want?
Do I need to reflash the Modem and RPM?
Also, in this post, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=34675681&postcount=7511
Scott states at the bottom "3. Restoring data form ICS is highly discouraged but I dont th ink would cause any screen jitters."
Does this mean that I should not restore my User Apps & Data that were backed up using Titanium Backup Pro from my original ICS ROM? I can re-download my apps from the Playstore, but it really easy to do with Titanium BU. I restored my User Apps & Data this way after originally flashing CleanRom 5.0, and didn't notice any issues, but want to make sure I do things the right way this time. I did not restore any system apps & data, just user apps & data.
Any help/input would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for helping a rookie out!
Boot into CWM, wipe data then flash the ROM the way you want. You don't have to flash RPM or Modem again. Just restore your apps and their data. Don't restore any system data (never should).
This what you needed?
Yes, that is perfect, and what I thought. Just wanted to make sure. Thanks!
I do have a few other questions that I would like to have answered:
With the CleanRom installed, am I going to get prompted for the Verizon OTA updates when they get pushed out? I assume not.
Not saying I want to go back to my stock/rooted ICS which I made a nandroid of, but if I did decide to restore that nandroid, it restores the Modem and RPM that go with that ROM, correct? Or will I need to find and flash these?
Thanks
The OTA is disabled in CleanROM. Nandroid backup should copy everythng.
Got another question regarding data wiping.
In section 2 of this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1762709
states "Step 5: Wipe Data/Factory reset, then under the "mounts & storage" menu Format System."
In all the threads I have read I see folks state to do a data wipe/factory reset, wipe cache, and wipe dalvik cache. I have only seen the "Format System" in this thread.
The reason I ask, I just went through the process of re-flashing CleanRom 5.0 and did the data wipe/factory reset, wipe cache, and wipe dalvik cache and when I go into my file explorer, I see folders from before doing a data wipe.
I assumed a "data wipe/factory reset" would delete all this info from the internal sd card bringing it to a clean factory setting. Looking at the "Mount and Storage Menu" in CWM, there is the option "format /system", "format /sdcard" among others.
I guess I would like to know if a "format /system" is required, and would this get rid of old data, or is a "format /sdcard" the right thing to do?
Formatting system is a matter of preference to be honest. You don't realize this but by flashing CleanRom 5, Scrosler (that roms dev) has the rom automatically format /system before it installs. You'll notice it does so if you watch and read it as its installing although it does say this in passing. So to answer your question, it already formatted /system as it installed BUT this isn't the case with every rom.
When you "wipe data" and flash a rom, all you're deleting is the software on the phone itself not the data saved to your internal or external sd card UNLESS you manually select "format sd card" in the process. All your photos/movies/etc are untouched otherwise it would delete all this data and therefore you would not be able to flash anything because your internal storage was already wiped/empty. Make sense?
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That helps. Thanks. I'm picking up the info little by little, but there is a lot to learn.
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That helps. Thanks. I'm picking up the info little by little, but there is a lot to learn.
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Yea, I do agree but if you stick around long enough you'll pick up quite a bit. There are a lot of helpful threads here and helpful people at that.
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1. Titanium backup to backup apps
2. Boot to recovery - wipe data / cache / dalvik
3. Flash new ROM
4. Titanium backup to restore apps
5. Rebuild my homescreen and settings etc
J/w how the rest of you guys flash new roms. Anything else I should be doing when flashing a new rom?
Only think I would add is to wipe /system while in recovery. You can do that by accessing the "format /system" option in CWM Recovery under "Mounts and Storage"
Also, maybe make a Nandroid Backup before wiping /data incase something goes wrong
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I'll be honest I could care less about anything on the ROM itself. Apps I just reinstall, contacts/email/calendar resync. All my music/pix are saved to the internal memory.
1. Reboot to recovery
2. Wipe boot/system/data/cache/dalvik
3. Reboot ROM and reinstall all apps and accounts
I don't like backing up the apps because I like the "starting fresh" feeling by putting back in the apps I actually want.
What i do
boot into recovery
wipe boot/system/data/cache/dalvik
install the rom/kernel
boot and leave the phone for 5 mins then reboot again =D
I know a lot of users will disagree but I simply nandroid, factory wipe and then flash the new rom. A factory wipe clears data and cache and flashing the rom will wipe system and boot. I've yet to have an issue with this method. I also know how to recover from most problems I could encounter on my own. Additionally, i'm a member of the do as i say, not as i do club. Always nandroid and follow dev instructions is what most people really need to do.
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Do you have to backup to stock rom or can you just install a rom on top on another without backing or w/e?
rasdabess said:
Do you have to backup to stock rom or can you just install a rom on top on another without backing or w/e?
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You should backup your rom before flashing, this way if anything goes wrong you can go back.
You should always wipe, wipe, wipe.
Wipe data/factory reset
Wipe cache partition
Go to Advanced and wipe Dalvik Cache
After the wipe go back and Install zip from sdcard. After install I do another wipe on the Dalvik Cache then fix permissions. Remember Wipe, Wipe, Wipe.
so as long as I do that then I can install a rom over another and delete the previous one while doing so?
rasdabess said:
Do you have to backup to stock rom or can you just install a rom on top on another without backing or w/e?
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I recommend making several backups.
First, make sure you have Clockworkmod installed via nvflash. Then make a backup. Download the backup to your pc for safe keeping (just in case things go wrong).
Use Titanium Backup (free version works, but buy the full one if you like it). Use the batch feature to back up all user apps. Do not back up system apps.
When installing a new rom, especially roms that use different versions of android, you should wipe everything you can except the external sd card (where you keep your backups). Wiping "system" is important.
If you need help, shout out.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056847
Hey, so this could be a completely stupid question, but what is the 'correct' way to upgrade a ROM? At the moment I reboot into Recovery and then select 'Install .zip from SD card' and just pick the new ROM.
However, in the thread, people are saying to use a command or something? I used an all-in-one tool to remove the bootloader/root my phone (International One X) so I don't know if that command is for people rooting it via Command Prompt or what have you.
I have no idea which way is better, so I thought I'd ask here to make sure I'm not doing anything wrong.
samsaBEAR said:
Hey, so this could be a completely stupid question, but what is the 'correct' way to upgrade a ROM? At the moment I reboot into Recovery and then select 'Install .zip from SD card' and just pick the new ROM.
However, in the thread, people are saying to use a command or something? I used an all-in-one tool to remove the bootloader/root my phone (International One X) so I don't know if that command is for people rooting it via Command Prompt or what have you.
I have no idea which way is better, so I thought I'd ask here to make sure I'm not doing anything wrong.
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Your method should be fine. You do need to check with the developer though as some updates require a full wipe first in order to prevent any bugs. Use titanium backup or some similar backup program so you can easily restore your apps and settings after a full wipe.
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Your method should be fine. You do need to check with the developer though as some updates require a full wipe first in order to prevent any bugs. Use titanium backup or some similar backup program so you can easily restore your apps and settings after a full wipe.
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Ah ok, thanks for clearing it up!
i wasn't sure on that one either, so now i know it's nothing wrong with installing from sd card. i have one question still, where can i find sony ericssons firmware, something like http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/ for samsung.
You can have some stability issues if you don't do a full wipe
I always full wipe and clear cache and dalvik cache before and after install. Overkill probably but never had a problem.
I'd do a full wipe every time but recently the ROM I'm using has been putting out updates every few days, restoring with Titanium each time is such a hassle, definite first world problem.
Your way should work but sometimes when i update without a full wipe some programs FC(force close) and i lags.
I use 4ext for recovery. It has a script that will format and wipe everything that needs to be wiped (except the SD card) then I use Titanium Backup. I bought the pro version which is less of a hassle when restoring.
-place newer rom on your sd card
-backup current rom just incase you need to go back
-use titanium backup to save your apps and app data
-wipe everything, then do it again just to make sure
-install your newer rom
-enjoy
I know this seems like a hassle everytime to update a rom but I usually flash roms 2-3 times a week and I have never had a problem with a rom that wasnt developer related. Hope this helps
Hey Guys,
I wanted my phone to be complete pure stock again. So I followed the instructions of this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/google-nexus-5/general/tutorial-how-to-flash-factory-image-t2513701
But after flashing the ROM, I have still old data somewhere on the phone. For example, after the first reboot, my old background was set again. Also, if I want to access my 'SDCARD' it is very laggy and I don't see all data.
Also after flashing, some apps don't work...
Thats why I wanted to know, how to format the complete N5, so that there are no data left? (I have CWM installed)
Can anyone of you give me an advice how to do that?
Best greetz,
Wostl
Did you wipe after/before flashing?
I did the 'wipe data/factory reset' as well as some format commands.
But I did not wipe the dalvik cache... Should I do that and all format commands?
Wostl said:
I did the 'wipe data/factory reset' as well as some format commands.
But I did not wipe the dalvik cache... Should I do that and all format commands?
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Is Google restoring your phone when you first boot? That's most likely what's happening
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1. Flash the factory image.
2. When you go through the initial settings menu, make sure you deselect the option to restore apps and app data from backup on Google servers.
3. Don't use CWM, it's outdated and discontinued. Use TWRP (2.8.1.0) instead.
D'oh! Yes, of course I restored the data of the servers... That was problem number 1: solved.
But still I have troubles with accessing the sdcard. But I think that are some issues with the mtp drivers. I have a 64bit Win7-N version installed, thats a special version for the european market without mediaplayer and its datas. Is it possible, that in this version are some datas missing I need to connect via mtp?
Hey everybody,
i have bean looking for information about back up and wipe for oneplus one for hours now but i failed to get the answers that i need.
so my questions are:
What is th best way to back up everyrhing on my phone when i am flashing a new room, and by everything i mean apps and their data, pics , music, sms , call logs......etc
My second question, what are the different types of wipe do and what do i need to wipe when flashing a new rom and will it erase everything on my phone ncluding pics and music? and what is exactly considered as internal storage and what does it erase.
Thanks in advance.
monmon238 said:
Hey everybody,
i have bean looking for information about back up and wipe for oneplus one for hours now but i failed to get the answers that i need.
so my questions are:
What is th best way to back up everyrhing on my phone when i am flashing a new room, and by everything i mean apps and their data, pics , music, sms , call logs......etc
My second question, what are the different types of wipe do and what do i need to wipe when flashing a new rom and will it erase everything on my phone ncluding pics and music? and what is exactly considered as internal storage and what does it erase.
Thanks in advance.
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The best way to backup your apps is by using Titanium Backup. It'll backup all of your apps and their data, you need the pro version to backup call logs and messages but it's well worth it because the pro version also allows batch restore (without batch restore you need to individually press ok for each app that you're restoring). Titanium is by far the most important root app that's available. You don't need to backup your personal data (music, photos) on your internal storage because you don't wipe the internal storage when flashing a ROM.
When flashing a new ROM you need to perform what's called a full wipe, this is wiping system, data, cache, and dalvik cache. Using TWRP recovery (the best recovery) you enter the wipe menu from the main menu, then select advanced wipe, and then you can select the previously mentioned partitions to wipe. This does not wipe your internal storage (the user-accessible virtual sd card where all of your personal data resides), wiping the internal storage is never necessary when flashing a ROM.
If you're just updating the same ROM (flashing a newer version/build) you don't need to worry about wiping, you can just flash the zip and reboot. Only ever do this when updating the ROM you're currently using though, never when flashing a different ROM.
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