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Is it possible to make an update.zip file that replaces the build.prop file, or any way to replace the build.prop file without doing a full restore?
I did it using adb commands.
Well I tried using adb shell to swap the file, but when I ran su I got "[1] + Stopped (signal) su"
So I guess I'm going to be forced to do a nadroid restore of my system
Just use root explorer to copy the file to /sd, then use astro to edit it, and root explorer it back to the original spot and reboot. You don't need to change file permissions or any thing. No computer needed.
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Clienterror said:
Just use root explorer to copy the file to /sd, then use astro to edit it, and root explorer it back to the original spot and reboot. You don't need to change file permissions or any thing. No computer needed.
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Hi Clienterror,
What if the system is not booting?
I had installed an application which changes resolution and now ended up with a boot loop.
I have searched for ways how to extract the build.prop and correct the error, but none appears to exist.
I was asking if it is possible to extract the current build.prop via the update.zip method so that the build.prop can be repaired...
I read that from the update.zip you can execute code, would it be possible to use a similar method for extracting files from the system folder?
Thanks
remuscat said:
Hi Clienterror,
What if the system is not booting?
I had installed an application which changes resolution and now ended up with a boot loop.
I have searched for ways how to extract the build.prop and correct the error, but none appears to exist.
I was asking if it is possible to extract the current build.prop via the update.zip method so that the build.prop can be repaired...
I read that from the update.zip you can execute code, would it be possible to use a similar method for extracting files from the system folder?
Thanks
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You could just reflash your current ROM and it should replace it.
korockinout13 said:
You could just reflash your current ROM and it should replace it.
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Hi korockinout13,
I have tried to refresh from a rom i got, but I am prompted an error with Nand version.
The android in question is not common (Subor, a chinese Android Tablet) and have not found any firmware for my particular model except for the one supplied by the supplier, which still does not install.
At this stage reflashing is not an option, so I am looking for something else...
Thanks for your time
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remuscat said:
Hi Clienterror,
What if the system is not booting?
I had installed an application which changes resolution and now ended up with a boot loop.
I have searched for ways how to extract the build.prop and correct the error, but none appears to exist.
I was asking if it is possible to extract the current build.prop via the update.zip method so that the build.prop can be repaired...
I read that from the update.zip you can execute code, would it be possible to use a similar method for extracting files from the system folder?
Thanks
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Actually there is a potential option... can you get into recovery? And does your recovery have a file manager? If so go into mounts and mount /system. Then use the file manager in recovery and you should be able to access build.prop. copy it to your SD and then you should be able to mount your SD to your computer through recovery.
Edit: when you mount /system make sure you mount the SD as well or you won't be able to copy to it while you're in the recovery file manager.
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Hi m1batt1,
The recovery does not have any file mount option
I have lost all hope of being able to get the system to boot.
Thanks the same.
remuscat said:
Hi m1batt1,
The recovery does not have any file mount option
I have lost all hope of being able to get the system to boot.
Thanks the same.
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You might have to flash stock KK4 at this point and go from there.
What kernel do you have for it not to have a file mount? I believe even stock kernel has it Since you can get in download mode, I would flash a newer kernel if I were you (with Odin) to be able to mount in recovery.
remuscat said:
Hi korockinout13,
I have tried to refresh from a rom i got, but I am prompted an error with Nand version.
The android in question is not common (Subor, a chinese Android Tablet) and have not found any firmware for my particular model except for the one supplied by the supplier, which still does not install.
At this stage reflashing is not an option, so I am looking for something else...
Thanks for your time
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BWolf56 said:
You might have to flash stock KK4 at this point and go from there.
What kernel do you have for it not to have a file mount? I believe even stock kernel has it Since you can get in download mode, I would flash a newer kernel if I were you (with Odin) to be able to mount in recovery.
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From what I'm reading he doesn't even have a captivate. He's using some Chinese tablet.
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I Having a problem when everytime I go into fastboot mode and click on recovery the /!\ comes up and would have to take the battery out and reflash the custom recovery image thru adb. Then it will work but can someone help make the recovery image stick
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mrnexus said:
I Having a problem when everytime I go into fastboot mode and click on recovery the /!\ comes up and would have to take the battery out and reflash the custom recovery image thru adb. Then it will work but can someone help make the recovery image stick
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There is a .sh file that needs to be removed, totally forgot the location of it :/
/etc/install-recovery.sh needs to be deleted or renamed.
It's a "safety" feature in 3.3.1 and above to restore the stock recovery if it doesn't pass a check on boot each time.
This is pointed out in numerous threads...search a little for more details if you need them.
Ok thanks
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It wont let me rename so I guess I going to delete it
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mrnexus said:
It wont let me rename so I guess I going to delete it
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Are you mounting the /system partition as read/write?
Use root explorer or similar or issue the remount command from the command line before trying to rename it.
that's the trick just rename the image, and the CW recovery will stick
that's the way it's written in the step by step guide,
distortedloop said:
Are you mounting the /system partition as read/write?
Use root explorer or similar or issue the remount command from the command line before trying to rename it.
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I am having problems renaming it as well. I'm not sure what you mean by "use root explorer or similar or issue the remount command from the command line before trying to rename it.
I have tried using Astro and Android Mate to rename the file and both will not let me.
EDIT: Nevermind, I used root explorer and was able to find "mount r/w" and rename it finally. Thanks.
godzigga said:
I am having problems renaming it as well. I'm not sure what you mean by "use root explorer or similar or issue the remount command from the command line before trying to rename it.
I have tried using Astro and Android Mate to rename the file and both will not let me.
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Because those won't allow you to modify system files. Get Root Explorer, like he said, and use that.
AllGamer said:
that's the trick just rename the image, and the CW recovery will stick
that's the way it's written in the step by step guide,
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weird, i don't remember renaming anything besides the clockwork image to recovery.img . Still able to boot into clock after each reboot.
vaust said:
weird, i don't remember renaming anything besides the clockwork image to recovery.img . Still able to boot into clock after each reboot.
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Cause u probably used ADB to get it to stop reflashing the stock recovery. Using root explorer is the same thing only less technical.
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sarge363 said:
Cause u probably used ADB to get it to stop reflashing the stock recovery. Using root explorer is the same thing only less technical.
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True, I used adb, spent like 2 hour trying to get the pc drivers to recognize the nexus. I used the PDAnet drivers eventually.
vaust said:
weird, i don't remember renaming anything besides the clockwork image to recovery.img . Still able to boot into clock after each reboot.
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Are you on a custom ROM like CM or Bionix? They remove the script that rewrites stock recovery.
If you're on stock, what version of it are you on? 2.3.1 and higher have a file called /etc/install-recovery.sh on them, and if that's there it should be reflashing stock on every boot, whether you renamed the image you flashed to recovery or not...
Hi there!
I have U30GT tablet which unfortunely till now didn't have any custom recovery. Some time I want to flash files to the ROM but due to this limitation I need to copy the files manually (easy job) and set the permission (hard job when there's a lot of files).
So is there any other ways that I can automated the task of copying the files and setting the correct permission without using custom recovery?
Many thanks!
Have you tried using a script or bat file to copy and set permissions through adb from your desktop?
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I.M.famous XMAN said:
Have you tried using a script or bat file to copy and set permissions through adb from your desktop?
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Thanks. But I don't know how to do a script or bat file to be used with adb. Can you write up some guide for it?
I'll see what I can do. No garruntees. But another option is to push the files through adb then use v6 supercharger to fix emissions. Idk. Let me see if I can Whip something up for you.
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package can be flashed through stock recovery but they are needed to be signed properly with the manufacturer's key
dheeraj (dhlalit11) said:
package can be flashed through stock recovery but they are needed to be signed properly with the manufacturer's key
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Thanks but I wanna copy files for some tweaks only.
Well I found 1 solution, that is to manually copy the files than use ROM Manager app to fix permission. Also found thread here in XDA about using .bat file to automated the push and set permission but as I very lacking in knowledge in using command, I'll stick to Root Explorer + ROM Manager combo.
you can root device,cat stock recovery.img,and then compile cwm recovery.
Check this website someone is working on getting CLOCKWORK recovery on U30GT
http://www.freaktab.com/showthread.php?1396-Cube-U30GT-H-JB-Finless-1-4-ClockWork-BETA1
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I have the AT&T Atrix 2 unlocked to work with other Sim Cards. Its on 2.3.6 rooted and with the "clockworkmod on every boot" mod installed.
I want to take the ICS update but dont know what will be safe steps to do so.
Shall I use a fxz file directly or first unroot then fxz or directly take the OTA.
Will flashing the fxz relocks the the phone to AT&T?
or can I remove some files from system and then take the OTA?
I am completely lost, please shed some light on this with detailed step by step instruction.
I have searched around here, but its getting confusing as the phones are modded differently by different people.
Anyone?
mnomaanw said:
I have the AT&T Atrix 2 unlocked to work with other Sim Cards. Its on 2.3.6 rooted and with the "clockworkmod on every boot" mod installed.
I want to take the ICS update but dont know what will be safe steps to do so.
Shall I use a fxz file directly or first unroot then fxz or directly take the OTA.
Will flashing the fxz relocks the the phone to AT&T?
or can I remove some files from system and then take the OTA?
I am completely lost, please shed some light on this with detailed step by step instruction.
I have searched around here, but its getting confusing as the phones are modded differently by different people.
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Have you checked for the official ICS OTA yet, and have you already downloaded it? If so, it will not install since you still have CWM Recovery. You will need to delete all the files associated with CWM and the Atrix 2 Bootstrap (if ever installed) via Root Explorer or ADB:
Removing Atrix 2 Bootstrap:
Delete file /system/bin/logwrapper
Delete file /system/bin/hijack
Rename file /system/bin/logwrapper.bin to /system/bin/logwrapper
Delete directory /preinstall/recovery (Note: This directory might not exist)
Since you also installed the recovery on boot you need to restore the following:
Removing Bootstrap Recovery on Boot:
Delete file /system/bin/mot_boot_mode
Rename file /system/bin/mot_boot_mode.bin to /system/bin/mot_boot_mode
Thanks jboxer
Ya, but ...as he asked... will it remove the unlock? i have stock 2.3.6 in an AT&T unlocked phone, will i lose the unlock if i do the OTA update?
Apex_Strider said:
Have you checked for the official ICS OTA yet, and have you already downloaded it? If so, it will not install since you still have CWM Recovery. You will need to delete all the files associated with CWM and the Atrix 2 Bootstrap (if ever installed) via Root Explorer or ADB:
Removing Atrix 2 Bootstrap:
Delete file /system/bin/logwrapper
Delete file /system/bin/hijack
Rename file /system/bin/logwrapper.bin to /system/bin/logwrapper
Delete directory /preinstall/recovery (Note: This directory might not exist)
Since you also installed the recovery on boot you need to restore the following:
Removing Bootstrap Recovery on Boot:
Delete file /system/bin/mot_boot_mode
Rename file /system/bin/mot_boot_mode.bin to /system/bin/mot_boot_mode
Thanks jboxer
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aagcnet said:
Ya, but ...as he asked... will it remove the unlock? i have stock 2.3.6 in an AT&T unlocked phone, will i lose the unlock if i do the OTA update?
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No buddy it won't relock you.you're safe OTAing, even flashing won't lock you.
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i´m flashed cwm 6.0.4.4 and formated /persist partition now the wi-fi don´t turning on please help me
find your sbf file @ sbf-developers and rsd back to stock
xXLuHXx said:
i´m flashed cwm 6.0.4.4 and formated /persist partition now the wi-fi don´t turning on please help me
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bweN diorD said:
find your sbf file @ sbf-developers and rsd back to stock
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I have the same problem, I deleted the partition /persist and now does not turn on Wi-Fi, my folder has only one binary, do not know what the solution.
Edit: We need a binary and a folder in that partition, I guess flashing one. Zip partition be solved, just do not know how to do it, I need the files to assemble. I do not know if we can assist in that, since I have already used the RSD lite for flashing full firmware and nothing, you can not, brand error...
*Sorry for my bad english* :c
P20KILLER said:
I have the same problem, I deleted the partition /persist and now does not turn on Wi-Fi, my folder has only one binary, do not know what the solution.
Edit: We need a binary and a folder in that partition, I guess flashing one. Zip partition be solved, just do not know how to do it, I need the files to assemble. I do not know if we can assist in that, since I have already used the RSD lite for flashing full firmware and nothing, you can not, brand error...
*Sorry for my bad english* :c
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Full Flash don't work for me
"fastboot flash persist" don't work too
But I fix it with
copy WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin to \persist (on wi-fi fix atrix hd)
and fix permissions chmod -rw-rw--- and chown wifi:wifi
my wi-fi is back to work
Link: http://db.tt/3zIjckrQ
thanks for help ...
Same problem here downloading this solution... Will comment y
In a minutes
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It works, I will build something in your honor here in Argentina in plaza de mayo
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Work
Big thanks, it work perfect. Thinks my phone was dead, finally not, happy, thanks
xXLuHXx said:
Full Flash don't work for me
"fastboot flash persist" don't work too
But I fix it with
copy WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin to \persist (on wi-fi fix atrix hd)
and fix permissions chmod -rw-rw--- and chown wifi:wifi
my wi-fi is back to work
Link: http://db.tt/3zIjckrQ
thanks for help ...
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Hello, I'm having the same issue, but I don't know how to execute those steps(I copied WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin to /persist but I don't know where and how to put chmod and chown) . Could you help me with a detailed step by step? Thanks.
airtono said:
Hello, I'm having the same issue, but I don't know how to execute those steps(I copied WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin to /persist but I don't know where and how to put chmod and chown) . Could you help me with a detailed step by step? Thanks.
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Any Terminal Emulator/SSH client (connect to local) will allow you to type chmod (modify file permissions)/chown (modify file ownership) commands - you need to be comfortable with using command line interface in Linux.
Alternatively, most file explorer apps (like ES File Explorer) will also allow you to change file permissions/ownership.
You will have to allow root access for the terminal emulator or file explorer.
I have the same problem. It's possible to have the solution step by step please?
I have Windows and the official ROM is in Motorola Razr HD (4.1.2).
Where to copy the file?
Wifi fixation
Hello to all
Good this year 2014 brings you everything you want.
Here is my question after several manipulations on my Razr I had no Wifi
going on XDA development I got a bin file that resets the Wifi
pronto, the only problem when you reboot the phone the file disappears
and must start over anyone know a trick to fix it permanently
this file WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin
Zebulon 15000 said:
Hello to all
Good this year 2014 brings you everything you want.
Here is my question after several manipulations on my Razr I had no Wifi
going on XDA development I got a bin file that resets the Wifi
pronto, the only problem when you reboot the phone the file disappears
and must start over anyone know a trick to fix it permanently
this file WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin
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You have to put that file on persist folder and you are ready to go
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Also went nuts with formatting and I formatted both Persist and Firmware, now wifi does not work. I have the pacman rom, can the experts please give detailed steps, sorry really a newb...
I do have Terminal Emulator and File Manager (both came with Pacman Rom)
1. Am I supposed to create a folder called persist and move the bin file in there?
- This did not work for me
Please Help, thanks!!!
Got it to work, here are some instructions that worked for me, used the bin file as opposed to zip and root explorer made things easier...
link
elektronAu said:
Any Terminal Emulator/SSH client (connect to local) will allow you to type chmod (modify file permissions)/chown (modify file ownership) commands - you need to be comfortable with using command line interface in Linux.
Alternatively, most file explorer apps (like ES File Explorer) will also allow you to change file permissions/ownership.
You will have to allow root access for the terminal emulator or file explorer.
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I forgot about this thread and somehow learned how to use it by trying xD Thanks anyway!
And also I suggest to use Root Browser and change permissions there.
Wifi not working
xXLuHXx said:
Full Flash don't work for me
"fastboot flash persist" don't work too
But I fix it with
copy WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin to \persist (on wi-fi fix atrix hd)
and fix permissions chmod -rw-rw--- and chown wifi:wifi
my wi-fi is back to work
Link: [removed]
thanks for help ...
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I am with same issue. The Wifi does not turn on. The Mac address does not have an address.
I would try to copy the WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin file, but the link does not have the file.
Could you please send me link for this file?
Thanks!!
Found it and worked Thanks!!
xXLuHXx said:
Full Flash don't work for me
"fastboot flash persist" don't work too
But I fix it with
copy WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin to \persist (on wi-fi fix atrix hd)
and fix permissions chmod -rw-rw--- and chown wifi:wifi
my wi-fi is back to work
thanks for help ...
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Please Im beggin could you reupload the file
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2531550
LanceGoss47 said:
Please Im beggin could you reupload the file
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Recovered my phone
I had this issue as well. I'm posting my results here in hopes that it helps someone somewhere who encounters the same issue.
I have a XT925 (Motorola Razr HD) with Clockwork mod recovery, unlocked bootloader and Slimkat 4.4.2 Build 3 Rom. I decided to update my bootloader to 4.4 compatible version, but in order to do that I first needed to downgrade to stock 4.1.2 I follow the stepshere for my device.
I somehow ****ed it up with an old version of RSD lite and after much work with command lines, flashing different recoveries, backups and shifting through kitkat versions I ended up with out wifi no matter what rom i was on. I flashed back to stock with RSD -no wifi, restored a backup -no wifi, upgraded rom version -no wifi. I cleared partitions, wiped numerous times.
To make a long story short, the solution in this thread worked. Simply put:
Ensure you have root access and a working ROM.
download a copy of the mentioned wlan bin file (mirror at the bottom)
get your hands on es explorer
connect your device via USB
place 'WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin' file somewhere where you can find it easily using ES explorer
enable root add on for es explorer, its in the settings list
move it to /persist, it's in the root.
hold on the file and select 'properties' or something to that effect.
change (or rather ensure) the permissions are READ & WRITE only for both owner and group (-rw -rw ---)
underneath permission you should see owner: set that to WIFI
exit and reboot
I know this is just reiterating what xXLuHXx, and many others have posted, but i wanted to ensure it was clear. You can do this via command line with adb I'm sure, but this is a fool proof way, and it worked for me.
Here are some links:
Es Explorer apk
Mirror for WCNSS_qcom_wlan_nv.bin (not sure if its the same link as the others have posted, but it's here)
Hope this helps someone