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I have a few question in the menu of CWM.
Correct me if I'm wrong.
-reboot system now (reboots system)
-apple update from sd card ( what does this do? )
-wipe data/factory reset (you have to do this everytime u flash a new rom)
-wipe cache partition (what does this do?)
-Install zip from sd card (install rom and kernels)
-backup and restore (make back ups and restore)
-mounts and storage (what does this do?)
-Advance (battery calibration, dalvik cache, right?
-power off ( shuts down )
Edit:
When I see rom and kernel that says 'Clear cache' is that partition cache?
From eagle blood
WIPE WIPE WIPE
wipe data
wipe cache
wipe dalvik
back to main screen
mounts and storage select format/system <<< (What is this? Is this required before you can install any rom?)''
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Also, if I click wipe data/factory reset, than I don't need to do wipe cache and dalvik right?

I know for a fact that...
Wipe cache- just wipes the extra cache (does what it says)
Apply update- can be used to install updates like kernels if the zip is changed to update.zip
Yes when it says wip cache it means the cache partition, and you still need to wipe both caches after a factory reset.
Hope this helped!

So everytime you install a new rom, it's best to do
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
right?

nitrogen618 said:
So everytime you install a new rom, it's best to do
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
right?
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Updating ROM:
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
-wipe data/factory reset(good in practice, but not necessary)
Changing ROM:
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
-Format System

How do I format the system?
I'm asking this because I'm going to get this phone in like 1-2 days.
Is it necessary to format system? Say Eagleblood to cm7.
When changing kernel, I should do only cache partition and dalvik cache right?
EDIT:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1158377
What is this? Seems like people deleted their internal partition? What caused it?
Sorry for being a noob. :/
Edit2:
Say I got my phone running stock gingerbread, and I have CWM installed. And I wanna flash CM7.
Are these the correct steps?
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
Than install from sd card and select rom.

nitrogen618 said:
How do I format the system?
I'm asking this because I'm going to get this phone in like 1-2 days.
Is it necessary to format system? Say Eagleblood to cm7.
When changing kernel, I should do only cache partition and dalvik cache right?
EDIT:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1158377
What is this? Seems like people deleted their internal partition? What caused it?
Sorry for being a noob. :/
Edit2:
Say I got my phone running stock gingerbread, and I have CWM installed. And I wanna flash CM7.
Are these the correct steps?
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
Than install from sd card and select rom.
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Format system is under mounts and storage in recovery.
Is it necessary to format system? Say Eagleblood to cm7. Yes
When changing kernel, I should do only cache partition and dalvik cache right? Correct
Say I got my phone running stock gingerbread, and I have CWM installed. And I wanna flash CM7. Are these the correct steps?Almost
Should be:
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
-Format system

prettyboy85712 said:
Format system is under mounts and storage in recovery.
Is it necessary to format system? Say Eagleblood to cm7. Yes
When changing kernel, I should do only cache partition and dalvik cache right? Correct
Say I got my phone running stock gingerbread, and I have CWM installed. And I wanna flash CM7. Are these the correct steps?Almost
Should be:
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
-Format system
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What's the consequence if I don't '-Format System?'
Also, if I format system, that means everything even the rom will be deleted right? Won't mess up partition table or anything like that right for cwm?

nitrogen618 said:
What's the consequence if I don't '-Format System?'
Also, if I format system, that means everything even the rom will be deleted right? Won't mess up partition table or anything like that right for cwm?
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This is my first Android device, coming from a iPhone 3GS.
I have flashed rom before using CWM, but that was on my friend's HD2.

nitrogen618 said:
So everytime you install a new rom, it's best to do
-wipe data/factory reset
-wipe cache partition
-wipe dalvik cache
right?
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Dont forget to backup, just if something goes wrong. Thats before doing the wipes.
Sent from my LG-P999

nitrogen618 said:
What's the consequence if I don't '-Format System?'
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Force closing all the time
nitrogen618 said:
Also, if I format system, that means everything even the rom will be deleted right? Won't mess up partition table or anything like that right for cwm?
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Yes. Everything will be deleted. The partitions will not be touched.

Everything I use is as follows:
Wipe data factory reset, this clears all data on your phone, including the present rom and kernel, to make room for the new one.
Wipe cache partition, this clears all saved data and stuff you've been doing on your previous rom.
Install zip from SD card (External SD)
Install zip from internal SD card, normally when you download a rom from your browser lies here.
Advanced:
Wipe Dalvik cache, this I'm not sure what it precisely does, though it clears data from previous roms.
Key test, this is mainly used for fixing broken or not working keys.
And reboot system now speaks for itself.
That's all I use for flashing anything
Sent from my LG-P999 using xda premium

[Q] Please help with BioHazard installation

Hi ! I want to install BioHazard,but after installation i've got loopback.I try to install it through ClockworkMod Touch 6.0.1.2. Also i do wipe data/factory reset,wipe cache partition,wipe dalvic cache anf fromat data system cache.I don't install Gapps.What should i do to install it without loopback.Now i'm on Gigabread

OK, you first of all don't panic !!!
Now, first of all flash TWRP recovery - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1694617 from CWM by putting it into SD card and then flashing it.
Now, simply download the Bio Hazard ROM from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1917906 , and again put it in SD card.
Now, download Gaaps for your mobile from this URL - http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-ics-20120429-signed.zip
Now, boot into recovery, and then go to Wipe Menu, there wipe system, data ( factory reset ) and all the cache.
Now, go to install menu, and there choose Bio Hazard ROM file that you downloaded into your SD card.
Flash it.
Now, flash Gapps that was in your SD card.
Now simply reboot your mobile !!!
All done your mobile should be working !
Hope I helped you ! :fingers-crossed:
:highfive:
And pls hit the thanks button if I helped you !

hello, go to recovery with the buttons and make conbinazione wipe Dalvik cache and then install the gapps, wipe cache and wipe Dalvik cache and reboot your device ...

[q] plzzzzz help me..my s2 stuck while installing bftor rom

plz help...i was complted installation biftor v4.7 ..when the first bootup it stck on samsung log...help plzzzzzzzzzzzzzz..wht i can do..also wipe data by given biftor super scrip..wht can i do..anyone help

First install v4.0 and then flash v4.7
To install v4,0 and then v4.7 read the opening post.
Steps:
Goto recovery
Backup the existing ROM (Just In case). Also backup the /efs folder (just in case)
wipe dalvik cache (in advanced)
wipe cache
wipe data
format /system (optional - read below)
install the superwipe
install the 4.0
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache
reboot.. till the rom boots..
Then Flash v4.0
then turn off (no need to complete the setup procedure - you can do this after installing v4.7)
install the 4.7
instal the market zip
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache
fix permissions
then reboot!
I usually also do a format /system to ensure a clean install. Prevents some force closes later
Please verify the md5 of the files you downloaded to ensure they are not corrupted.
v4.0 (MD5): 990bf3ddb2a3a1374995d1ff5946bf9c
v4.7 (MD5): eb934715f441bd5ce6d747493ca91a38
I also installed v4.7 yesterday. Worked great! No issues so far
anshad666 said:
plz help...i was complted installation biftor v4.7 ..when the first bootup it stck on samsung log...help plzzzzzzzzzzzzzz..wht i can do..also wipe data by given biftor super scrip..wht can i do..anyone help
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ritz28 said:
First install v4.0 and then flash v4.7
To install v4,0 and then v4.7 read the opening post.
Steps:
Goto recovery
Backup the existing ROM (Just In case). Also backup the /efs folder (just in case)
wipe dalvik cache (in advanced)
wipe cache
wipe data
format /system (optional - read below)
install the superwipe
install the 4.0
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache
reboot.. till the rom boots..
Then Flash v4.0
then turn off (no need to complete the setup procedure - you can do this after installing v4.7)
install the 4.7
instal the market zip
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache
fix permissions
then reboot!
I usually also do a format /system to ensure a clean install. Prevents some force closes later
Please verify the md5 of the files you downloaded to ensure they are not corrupted.
v4.0 (MD5): 990bf3ddb2a3a1374995d1ff5946bf9c
v4.7 (MD5): eb934715f441bd5ce6d747493ca91a38
I also installed v4.7 yesterday. Worked great! No issues so far
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ya its workd....
thanx alotzzzz

ritz28 said:
First install v4.0 and then flash v4.7
To install v4,0 and then v4.7 read the opening post.
Steps:
Goto recovery
Backup the existing ROM (Just In case). Also backup the /efs folder (just in case)
wipe dalvik cache (in advanced)
wipe cache
wipe data
format /system (optional - read below)
install the superwipe
install the 4.0
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache
reboot.. till the rom boots..
Then Flash v4.0
then turn off (no need to complete the setup procedure - you can do this after installing v4.7)
install the 4.7
instal the market zip
wipe cache
wipe dalvik cache
fix permissions
then reboot!
I usually also do a format /system to ensure a clean install. Prevents some force closes later
Please verify the md5 of the files you downloaded to ensure they are not corrupted.
v4.0 (MD5): 990bf3ddb2a3a1374995d1ff5946bf9c
v4.7 (MD5): eb934715f441bd5ce6d747493ca91a38
I also installed v4.7 yesterday. Worked great! No issues so far
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There's nothing left to be explained ....
You covered it all.....great job:thumbup:
@op pls press thanks for the guy who helped you... it also avoids posts saying just thanks...
Peace
Sent from my Xperia Neo V using Tapatalk 2

I must do factory reset?

i have installed cm7 nightly but i want install cm7 "stable".I must do factory reset,wipe data etc?

Just cache and dalvik cache wipe required.

ashishv said:
Just cache and dalvik cache wipe required.
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agree with ashishv
but a clean install is good

1. install recovery
2.boot into recovery
3. do any options with "wipe"
4. select & update your new zip file.

Galaxy Tab 2(GTP3110) Not rebooting after flashing new rom(OMNI 4.4.4)

hi there
After flashing not rebooting ,stuck at this image
plz help...
thanks

Reboot back to recovery and wipe data,system,cache and dalvik cache.
Then install your omni and flash 4.4.x gapps.
Hope it helps
Sent from my GT-S7270 using XDA Free mobile app

crewpuk13th said:
Reboot back to recovery and wipe data,system,cache and dalvik cache.
Then install your omni and flash 4.4.x gapps.
Hope it helps
Sent from my GT-S7270 using XDA Free mobile app
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hi there..
i tried that...but there is no change , still stuck at omni logo.....
thanks

Can you tell me what did you do ?
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crewpuk13th said:
Can you tell me what did you do ?
Sent from my GT-S7270 using XDA Free mobile app
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hi there
did d normal installation of new rom
-wipe data n factory
- wipe dalvik
- flashed new rom
-flash gapps
-reboot
i am not sure whether i deleted EFS folder, when i flashed again there is a error message
showing UNABLE TO MOUNT EFS
thanks...cheers

SHELDON COOPR said:
hi there
did d normal installation of new rom
-wipe data n factory
- wipe dalvik
- flashed new rom
-flash gapps
-reboot
i am not sure whether i deleted EFS folder, when i flashed again there is a error message
showing UNABLE TO MOUNT EFS
thanks...cheers
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@SHELDON COOPR This might work.
1. Install latest Android-Andi TWRP recovery.
2. Check the md5 of the ROM and Gapps and copy them to your tablet (if you have a microSD card put them on that instead and insert it into your tablet.
3. Boot into TWRP and make a backup.
4. Click Wipe > Advanced wipe. Select system, data, cache, dalvik. If the ROM and backup are on your external SD card then wipe internal SD also.)
5. Flash ROM.zip and gapps.zip and any other addons.
6. Click "Wipe Cache/Dalvik."
7. After the wipe is completed, click "Back" then "Reboot."
8. Once the ROM reboots to the setup screen, let it sit for 5 minutes and then reboot back into recovery.
9. Click Wipe > Advanced Wipe
10. Select Dalvik Cache and Cache.
11. Click "Home" at the top of the screen and then click Reboot > System.
12. The ROM will go into "Android is Upgrading. Optimizing Apps"
13. Go through setup like normal and enjoy the ROM.
Sent from my SGH-T989

jrc2 said:
@SHELDON COOPR This might work.
1. Install latest Android-Andi TWRP recovery.
2. Check the md5 of the ROM and Gapps and copy them to your tablet (if you have a microSD card put them on that instead and insert it into your tablet.
3. Boot into TWRP and make a backup.
4. Click Wipe > Advanced wipe. Select system, data, cache, dalvik. If the ROM and backup are on your external SD card then wipe internal SD also.)
5. Flash ROM.zip and gapps.zip and any other addons.
6. Click "Wipe Cache/Dalvik."
7. After the wipe is completed, click "Back" then "Reboot."
8. Once the ROM reboots to the setup screen, let it sit for 5 minutes and then reboot back into recovery.
9. Click Wipe > Advanced Wipe
10. Select Dalvik Cache and Cache.
11. Click "Home" at the top of the screen and then click Reboot > System.
12. The ROM will go into "Android is Upgrading. Optimizing Apps"
13. Go through setup like normal and enjoy the ROM.
Sent from my SGH-T989
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hi there
thanks for the reply,but still dint work..
showing error
E: UNABLE TO MOUNT EFS
thanks..

SHELDON COOPR said:
hi there
thanks for the reply,but still dint work..
showing error
E: UNABLE TO MOUNT EFS
thanks..
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Wow, that could be a problem. I found this article that might work. http://www.digitalreborn.com/fix-samsung-galaxy-unable-mount-efs/
One other thing that I thought of was to Odin back to stock, but that might not work if what I said above didn't. So I would recommend looking at the link above.
Sent from my SGH-T989
---------- Post added at 06:59 AM ---------- Previous post was at 06:57 AM ----------
Ignore what I just said about re-flashing stock with Odin.
efs is a partition on the phone's internal memory that is used to store important information (like the IMEI - the unique serial number of the phone). It's not accessible to a normal user and shouldn't get corrupted under regular use.*
With all of that said, you're apparently having such a problem, but I'm pretty sure that simply rewriting the firmware isn't going to fix this - that partition isn't included in the stock firmware files.
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Quoted from http://forums.androidcentral.com/samsung-galaxy-s3/377195-what-does-failed-mount-efs-mean.
One thing I make sure I always do is make a backup of EFS before I flash anything. (The latest @Android-Andi TWRP will do this)
Sent from my SGH-T989

EFS
HI everyone
is there any chance to restore efs to my tablet, which i accidentally deleted while installing new os.....
thanks

You may have installed the wrong rom like P3100 instead of P3110?
Happened to me with my P5113, instead of P5110 , I did P5100.
Was able to go into D/L mode and odin flash correct rom.
Pp.