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[Q] Possible to root on Sensation XE ICS

I am really a noob at rooting, though there are easy steps. However this confuses me. So if anyone can find a very good guide for rooting my Sensation XE running on ICS, that is noob-friendly.
EDIT: All I need to do is to downgrade my HBoot version to 1.17.xxxx - but I want to find the easiest way to do that.
EDIT2: I unlocked my phone's bootloader. Doesn't help with S-Off though. :/
I will have to wait for Revolutionary to update their tool so that my phone can S-Off (since my phone is 1.27.0000)
May I can downgrade my phone back to Gingerbread, but how? And it looks risky, will that can brick my phone?
I'll press the Thank button if your post is helpful enough.

I have found this to be a very useful guide with ICS https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KEQCpmcLGjbkeLmVU0mpLSwZvjNqLSAmNBqyKMus3Ag/edit?hl=en_US
You may also want to check youtube for the unlockr video tutorials, they typically refer back to xda, but will help if you need a visual reference.

socaljohn said:
I have found this to be a very useful guide with ICS https://docs.google.com/document/d/1KEQCpmcLGjbkeLmVU0mpLSwZvjNqLSAmNBqyKMus3Ag/edit?hl=en_US
You may also want to check youtube for the unlockr video tutorials, they typically refer back to xda, but will help if you need a visual reference.
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Thanks for your help.
though the link does not help me

This is the guide to follow:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192300
If anything in the guide is confusing, Google it as once you get your head around it it's simple!

EddyOS said:
This is the guide to follow:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1192300
If anything in the guide is confusing, Google it as once you get your head around it it's simple!
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So how does this officially root my phone? Which steps shall I take to get it rooted?
i'm SUCH a newb :/

Read the guide, it's all there...Steps 1-3 will do the job

My Hboot version is 1.27.0000
I don't think I can root.

If you're not already S-OFF then you won't be able to root yet

EddyOS said:
If you're not already S-OFF then you won't be able to root yet
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I know.
I rather have to wait for Revolutionary tool to update or try to solve this: [Guide] Successful S-OFF after (wrong S-ON) brick for ICS/GB ,Downgrade S-ON firmware
:/

ThomasAndroid said:
I know.
I rather have to wait for Revolutionary tool to update or try to solve this: [Guide] Successful S-OFF after (wrong S-ON) brick for ICS/GB ,Downgrade S-ON firmware
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Maybe you will try to use Unlock Bootloader from htcdev.com but I can't make sure because I already S-OFF before rooted. But if you find a way to S-OFF you may would like try method above which I use.
I hope you have been s-off before update because unrevoked won't support it right now. If it show LOCKED on bootloader, this is how I root my Sensation XE.
1. Unlocked the phone using htcdev.com account since no other's method seem possible right now. But if you device already unlock you do not have to do this.
Go to hTCDEV register, click "Unlock Bootloader" and follow the instruction.
2. Install custom recovery, since htc recovery won't flash/install flashble zip correctly. For this I use "Android Recovery Manager". Reboot the phone after unlocked process. Connect the phone with usb cable. Open the Android Recovery Manager > Start > ** Download a recovery ** > HTC Sensation > ClockWorkMod 5.0.2.0 (Pyramid) > follow the instruction on the software. If stuck when device reboot to flash hboot but not yet flash it because can recognised the FASTBOOT(Android Recovery Manager waiting for FASTBOOT). Take out battery, reconnect usb and boot to FASSBOOT.
3. Flash the supersu, as the Android Recovery Manager finish flash the ClockWorkMod you have to install Superuser-3.0.7-d-signed.zip. If fail retry flash 2-3 times, but I am just done 1 time, before on GB I flash two time because fail at 1st time. And now you rooted and reboot your phone.
Try at your own risk.
Summary :
Download Android Recovery Manager and Superuser-3.0.7-d-signed.zip, place the Superuser-3.0.7-d-signed.zip on sdcard. Unlock the phone on htcdev.com, install custom recovery with Android Recovery Manager and flash the supersuser.
* use Superuser version 3.0.7 because the lower version won't support ICS. Use link given and download the right version.
I am using this method on Sensation XE, so try at your own risk. I will not responsible to anything happen. And please do make sure you backup your device first.
# Just hit the thanks button so I and other's will know this method also work for you ;p
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XaQi 101 said:
Maybe you will try to use Unlock Bootloader from htcdev.com but I can't make sure because I already S-OFF before rooted. But if you find a way to S-OFF you may would like try method above which I use.
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Man, this solved my problem thank you very much.... btw what rom would you recommend? ARHD? or any?
appreciate the help

I'd start with ARHD as it is close to stock, stable and offers SebastianFM kernel which is great.
Sent from my HTC Sensation using XDA

Raven2k said:
I'd start with ARHD as it is close to stock, stable and offers SebastianFM kernel which is great.
Sent from my HTC Sensation using XDA
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thanks,
btw, do you happen to know how to solve this,
superuser can't update latest SU binary update, it says failed to gain root access.
titanium backup says the same too "no root access"
do you know a link for the latest su binary update? I flashed the
superuser - 3.0.7-d-signed
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XaQi 101 said:
Maybe you will try to use Unlock Bootloader from htcdev.com but I can't make sure because I already S-OFF before rooted. But if you find a way to S-OFF you may would like try method above which I use.
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that su zip didnt work on my ICS but this one did Superuser-3.0.7-efghi-signed.zip thank man for pointing me on the right direction

XaQi 101 said:
Maybe you will try to use Unlock Bootloader from htcdev.com but I can't make sure because I already S-OFF before rooted. But if you find a way to S-OFF you may would like try method above which I use.
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Thanks but I only unlocked my bootloader. doesn't help with S-Offing.

XaQi 101 said:
Maybe you will try to use Unlock Bootloader from htcdev.com but I can't make sure because I already S-OFF before rooted. But if you find a way to S-OFF you may would like try method above which I use.
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Hi sorry i happened to come across this thread.
I did your method, was able to unlock but i couldnt acheive S-OFF on it.

Qiwei said:
Hi sorry i happened to come across this thread.
I did your method, was able to unlock but i couldnt acheive S-OFF on it.
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Me too.
Actually, that method only unlocks bootloader. :/

ThomasAndroid said:
Me too.
Actually, that method only unlocks bootloader. :/
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ya.. haha trying to find out how to get s-off on it..
Update: Hey say thomas you able to get into clockworkrecovery? cause i managed to get in.. just wondering how to flash the Superuser-3.0.7-d-signed.zip.
Any idea?

hey managed to get it rooted! many thanks for the guide and help!!

wow. how can you manage to get your phone rooted, when your phone is not even S-Off :/

ThomasAndroid said:
wow. how can you manage to get your phone rooted, when your phone is not even S-Off :/
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Thomas follow the guide that XaQi 101 gave. Its possible to root without having S-OFF.

Root and Overclock on a sensation with ics?

Hello Guys!
I've tried to read lot of things in sensation development thread, but i can't understand a thing ..
I have this sensation htc and I upgraded to ics, but I'd like to have the root and overclocking.
I just do not understand what it means hboot, s-boot!
You can please explain to me step by step what should I do?
I managed to understand that the version of bootloader + 1.27 and just .. thanks so much!
I've found this : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1668276
Can this works?
Wich options i have to use?
Thanks

So you have the factory Ics 4.0 with 3.6 sense?
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using XDA

So you're still s on and you have the official update correct.
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda premium

I'm on ics because i've upgraded with official update..

davibs said:
I'm on ics because i've upgraded with official update..
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YOU SHOULD GO TO YOUTUBE AND FOLLOW THE VIDEO TUTORIAL for soff if I find the link ill Bessie to pm you
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda premium

OreoBoyVa said:
YOU SHOULD GO TO YOUTUBE AND FOLLOW THE VIDEO TUTORIAL for soff if I find the link ill Bessie to pm you
Sent from my HTC Sensation 4G using xda premium
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You can do s-off on with ICS 4.03 with the new firmware?

sanvara said:
You can do s-off on with ICS 4.03 with the new firmware?
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I believe this is the automatic way but here is the manual way for s-off on 1.2x http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1661631

Try to root with S On & *locked* using the rooting method in my tool.
I believe Busybox & SU is being installed, but the binaries are not present.
You can try and see if it works for you.
I'm trying to get it to work on S On & *locked* devices.

kgs1992 said:
Try to root with S On & *locked* using the rooting method in my tool.
I believe Busybox & SU is being installed, but the binaries are not present.
You can try and see if it works for you.
I'm trying to get it to work on S On & *locked* devices.
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Mhh..with this i can have error?
I prefer to don't have error but have a custom rom and kernel with root

davibs said:
Mhh..with this i can have error?
I prefer to don't have error but have a custom rom and kernel with root
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The only error is that the file doesn't exist for S On & *locked* users, although I can't confirm if this because this is true I've only heard about this from a couple of users.
The rest of the tool is bug free.
If you want to install a custom ROM then you will have to do either one of the following:
Use HTC Dev Unlock & Stay S On.
S Off without voiding your warranty. and then continue with this tutorial from step 1
Now, for the second method, you can also use my tool.
And frankly, because you are starting from scratch, the tool will make everything easy. Here's the options that you need to select:
First, S Off.
then Install 4EXT Recovery
then Install Firmware
then download your ROM & Install by selecting install ZIP from recovery.

kgs1992 said:
The only error is that the file doesn't exist for S On & *locked* users, although I can't confirm if this because this is true I've only heard about this from a couple of users.
The rest of the tool is bug free.
If you want to install a custom ROM then you will have to do either one of the following:
Use HTC Dev Unlock & Stay S On.
S Off without voiding your warranty. and then continue with this tutorial from step 1
Now, for the second method, you can also use my tool.
And frankly, because you are starting from scratch, the tool will make everything easy. Here's the options that you need to select:
First, S Off.
then Install 4EXT Recovery
then Install Firmware
then download your ROM & Install by selecting install ZIP from recovery.
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I have an error while trying to use S-OFF ( option 2)
When i press 0 at the ask if i hav unlocked the bootloader, the cmd prompt exit and open another prompt with an error, like " Not a valid argument"

davibs said:
I have an error while trying to use S-OFF ( option 2)
When i press 0 at the ask if i hav unlocked the bootloader, the cmd prompt exit and open another prompt with an error, like " Not a valid argument"
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I'm sorry, I guess the filename I used was wrong.
Please replace the menu file with this one from this zip.

kgs1992 said:
I'm sorry, I guess the filename I used was wrong.
Please replace the menu file with this one from this zip.
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Can't i install other rom or root without s-off? ( i have unlocked bootloader)

Ok, i've unlocked bootloader with htc dev and now root.
Can now install Ext recovery withou S-Off?
So, now?

davibs said:
Ok, i've unlocked bootloader with htc dev and now root.
Can now install Ext recovery withou S-Off?
So, now?
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Yes, once you are HTC Dev unlocked, you can. If you can't install the recovery, new version of the tool in a few minutes, which will make it possible.

kgs1992 said:
Yes, once you are HTC Dev unlocked, you can. If you can't install the recovery, new version of the tool in a few minutes, which will make it possible.
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So i will wait, thanks
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA

I was in your state as well. I was trying to see wait whether Revolutionary.io would produce a newer version for the HBOOT 1.27. But I got tired of waiting and just went on to use other methods. In the beginning, it's a bit confusing. It took me a while to understand everything. But once you follow the steps, everything should become more simple.
A problem that I encounter was install 4EXT Recovery. I couldn't install it at first. I just install Clockwork's Recovery and flashed the ROM I picked. Then I went ahead and downloaded the apk for the 4EXT Recovery and install it from there. It was troublesome in the beginning, but it was well worth it.
My suggestion is that you should do HTC Dev Unlock first. Then S-OFF.

silverboi17 said:
I was in your state as well. I was trying to see wait whether Revolutionary.io would produce a newer version for the HBOOT 1.27. But I got tired of waiting and just went on to use other methods. In the beginning, it's a bit confusing. It took me a while to understand everything. But once you follow the steps, everything should become more simple.
A problem that I encounter was install 4EXT Recovery. I couldn't install it at first. I just install Clockwork's Recovery and flashed the ROM I picked. Then I went ahead and downloaded the apk for the 4EXT Recovery and install it from there. It was troublesome in the beginning, but it was well worth it.
My suggestion is that you should do HTC Dev Unlock first. Then S-OFF.
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But i wanma stay s on, i don't wanna try wire trick.
How can i install recovery with s on?
Bootloader os unlocked from htc dev, phone is rooted.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA

davibs said:
But i wanma stay s on, i don't wanna try wire trick.
How can i install recovery with s on?
Bootloader is unlocked from htc dev, phone is rooted.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA
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davibs said:
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The tool has been updated.
Use the normal method first. (The new method is now the normal method)

questions about unlocking

Hi, I have my Desire S totally with the stock system. So S-On, bootloader locked and oficial rom 2.3.5 branded from Vodafone Spain. Finally I decided to unlock my desire S and to change the rom, etc. After reading a lot, the following are the steps i want to do for that.
Before all I would like to back up my apps, sms etc, contacts are in google so i dont worry about them.. ¿How could I do it with my stock desire S?
Once i have the back up I will perform these steps:
1.- First to downgrade de Hboot ( mine is 2.00.0002 locked) following this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1399331 or this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1443636
I read that this method has benefits over to unlock by htcdev when you want to fash custom roms, and you dont lose the warranty.
In this step what rom should I use to downgrade if my phone is vodafone Spain branded with rom version 2.10.161.3? maybe this RUU_Saga_Vodafone_UK_1.32.161.1_Radio_20.28b.30.0805U_38.03.02.15_?
2.- Once I have the old Hboot 0.98.00000, unlock it and s-off with revolutionary http://revolutionary.io/
3.- Root with this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1296916 or this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
4.- Install 4 EXT recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1377745
5.- and finally choose a rom, maybe MIUI, and flash it.
Any suggestion/correction or advice?
Thanks!

Which ruu to use I don't know. But step 3 is not necessary. All roms are pre rooted.
Sent from my Desire S using xda app-developers app

Auke11 said:
Which ruu to use I don't know. But step 3 is not necessary. All roms are pre rooted.
Sent from my Desire S using xda app-developers app
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Aha, so once I have unlocked with revolutionary and changed the recovery I could install any custom rom and it will have root already?
Maybe before install the custom rom I should flash the new eng Hboot so i can flash ics roms, right?
Thanks!

An alternative method that worked for me
cregi said:
2.- Once I have the old Hboot 0.98.00000, unlock it and s-off with revolutionary http://revolutionary.io/
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Hi I did not change my Hboot
Following various posts especially this one
"How to root, install EXT4 recovery and custom ROM on HBOOT 2.00.0002"
source http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525100
by N0elite ( thanks - sorry can't thank you on here yet)
I was able to root my phone with S-On
now it has an unlocked root using HTCDEV Unlock | S-ON | HBOOT 2.00.0002 | 4EXT Recovery v2.2.7 RC5
Note on the HTC dev website you have to Select the bottom option 'all other supported models' from the htc dev unlock root website
as desire S is not listed
then I downloaded a fantastic operating system ( rom) called virtuous Saga which has Sense version 3.6 and android 4.04.
( also via this forum - more thanks to mdeejay - again unable to thanks you on the forum yet)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1669497
I did not flash the firmware because I have no idea what that means and it sounded potentially hazardous and I read somewhere you cannot do it with S-ON ( whatever that actually means) - I only installed the saga ROM which works fine with nothing faulty that I have so far tested
I just installed the virtuous saga zip on my sd card, installed it from the recovery screen and then had to flash the boot.img from the zip file using flashboot from my PC
Result - Bluetooth works and my phone has lots of nice updated features also Bluetooth keyboard works perfectly now with this (Again not sure if it makes a difference but this keyboard works using a bluetooth mode called spp rather than HID) And I still have the lovely clock and weather widget - in fact it does not look much different to my old android version - just faster and smoother.
If you try this make sure that your Google account is synced and all contacts are backed up . I also used BookmarksSB to back up bookmarks, Astro to back up all my applications to the sd card, and SMS back up & restore to back up all my sms messages. all free in the Google market.
I also took my sd card out when following the steps to format and clear caches in recovery mode because I did not want to accidentally wipe my SD card.!!
hope this helps
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cregi said:
Hi, I have my Desire S totally with the stock system. So S-On, bootloader locked and oficial rom 2.3.5 branded from Vodafone Spain. Finally I decided to unlock my desire S and to change the rom, etc. After reading a lot, the following are the steps i want to do for that.
Before all I would like to back up my apps, sms etc, contacts are in google so i dont worry about them.. ¿How could I do it with my stock desire S?
Once i have the back up I will perform these steps:
1.- First to downgrade de Hboot ( mine is 2.00.0002 locked) following this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1399331 or this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1443636
I read that this method has benefits over to unlock by htcdev when you want to fash custom roms, and you dont lose the warranty.
In this step what rom should I use to downgrade if my phone is vodafone Spain branded with rom version 2.10.161.3? maybe this RUU_Saga_Vodafone_UK_1.32.161.1_Radio_20.28b.30.0805U_38.03.02.15_?
2.- Once I have the old Hboot 0.98.00000, unlock it and s-off with revolutionary http://revolutionary.io/
3.- Root with this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1296916 or this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
4.- Install 4 EXT recovery http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1377745
5.- and finally choose a rom, maybe MIUI, and flash it.
Any suggestion/correction or advice?
Thanks!
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Your goal is to change the rom and backup your phone's current state. Right? You can follow these simple steps:
a. Unlock bootloader by http://htcdev.com/bootloader/
b. Flash custom recovery (4EXT)
c. Backup your phone by using recovery
d. Install new rom, dont forget to flash boot.img separately (because of your phone was unlocked by htcdev.com)
e. [Optional] Root if need

The steps you're going to take are right. You should write down what RUU you have now in case you want to go back.
It looks like you know enough about rooting and flashing and the alpharev way is the best. Via HTCdev you can't install ICS if I am correct.
Good luck and welcome to the world of rooting!
Sent from my HTC Desire S using xda app-developers app

Imprest said:
Hi I did not change my Hboot
Following various posts especially this one
"How to root, install EXT4 recovery and custom ROM on HBOOT 2.00.0002"
source http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1525100
by N0elite ( thanks - sorry can't thank you on here yet)
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vndnguyen said:
Your goal is to change the rom and backup your phone's current state. Right? You can follow these simple steps:
a. Unlock bootloader by http://htcdev.com/bootloader/
b. Flash custom recovery (4EXT)
c. Backup your phone by using recovery
d. Install new rom, dont forget to flash boot.img separately (because of your phone was unlocked by htcdev.com)
e. [Optional] Root if need
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Thanks but I wanted to do it without using the official unlock of HTCDEV to avoid to have to flash the boot everytime I flash a rom and lose the warranty.
SkiesOfDoom said:
The steps you're going to take are right. You should write down what RUU you have now in case you want to go back.
It looks like you know enough about rooting and flashing and the alpharev way is the best. Via HTCdev you can't install ICS if I am correct.
Good luck and welcome to the world of rooting!
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Yeah I wanted to avoid HTCdev...
Is there any way to back up my rom before doing anything?
WIth astro can I back up my apps without beeing root?
Anyone knows what room should I use to do the downgrade being my phone branded from Vodafone Spain?

No, there is no "normal" way to keep your apps and their data.
You can gain temp-root and manually zip+copy the /data/ directory (to retain permissions), I suppose. But I don't think it's something you're able to do. And restoring data from it would be quite some pain, too, and require fixing permissions as far as I remember.

cregi said:
Yeah I wanted to avoid HTCdev...
Is there any way to back up my rom before doing anything?
WIth astro can I back up my apps without beeing root?
Anyone knows what room should I use to do the downgrade being my phone branded from Vodafone Spain?
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No way. You should s-off OR unlock bootloader first.
If you dont want to use htcdev.com to unlock bootloader, you can downgrade hboot and then s-off. Search in the "Desire S General" box, there are 3-4 thread about hboot downgrading and s-off.

Ok so I will do it without back up of apps. Just need to know wich rom to use to downgrade...
Thanks to all!

You could back up the apps without the data using go launcher backup.
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jugg1es said:
You could back up the apps without the data using go launcher backup.
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Without the data means only the apk, right? So the file to install it that most of them are already in the play store. If it is like that, it has not many advantages, but thank you anyway.

[Q] Can i root?

I've looked all over the forums, but i can't find an answer, could someone tell me if i can root my phone using SuperOneClick?
Here's what it says when i boot into bootloader:
*** LOCKED ***
SAGA PVT ENG S-OFF RL
HBOOT - 2.00.2002 (PG8810000)
RADIO - 3822.10.08.04_M
eMMC-boot
I would like to install cyanogen mod, and i'm on t-mobile uk if that helps

How did you S-OFF without downgrading the hboot?

oddoneout said:
How did you S-OFF without downgrading the hboot?
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It was originally like that, haven't done anything to it

Your HBOOT says that your phone is S-OFF, which means you have full access to it.
On the other hand, not knowing your OS version, I'm not sure you can root using SuperOneClick - since it only works for Gingerbread.
Since you have S-OFF, just go and find "root for S-OFF users" thread in Development and do what is written there.

Download a rooted custom rom (usually a custom rom is rooted) then flash via recovery. You'll have your DS rooted.
Sent from my Desire S

Since your DS is already S-OFF you don't need SuperOneClick. You can root by flashing SuperSu from a custom recovery. You may already have a custom recovery installed by the person who S-OFFed your phone. If not it won't be too difficult to install a custom recovery. I recommend you 4EXT touch. You should also make a nandroid backup from the recovery of your current ROM before attempting to flash an alternate one. Titanium backup is also very useful in order to be able to restore your apps and their data after flashing a ROM. The pro version in worth the money.
Sent from my HTC Desire S using xda app-developers app

yaonos said:
Since your DS is already S-OFF you don't need SuperOneClick. You can root by flashing SuperSu from a custom recovery. You may already have a custom recovery installed by the person who S-OFFed your phone. If not it won't be too difficult to install a custom recovery. I recommend you 4EXT touch. You should also make a nandroid backup from the recovery of your current ROM before attempting to flash an alternate one. Titanium backup is also very useful in order to be able to restore your apps and their data after flashing a ROM. The pro version in worth the money.
Sent from my HTC Desire S using xda app-developers app
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Doesn't SuperSu require a rooted device? and i think 4ext also requires root access.

alpha192 said:
Doesn't SuperSu require a rooted device? and i think 4ext also requires root access.
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4EXT is a Recovery - has nothing to do with being rooted or not rooted

alpha192 said:
Doesn't SuperSu require a rooted device? and i think 4ext also requires root access.
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Judging by your answer, I strongly advise you to stay away from rooting your phone, and reading a lot instead.

alpha192 said:
Doesn't SuperSu require a rooted device? and i think 4ext also requires root access.
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One you've comprehended and then followed the advice given in the two posts above
Install a recovery and then use it to install a custom pre-rooted ROM. You'll find links in the INDEX thread along with guides, which should be read, see the link in my signature.
Did you buy you're device new?
Sywepd form my DsereiS

alpha192 said:
Doesn't SuperSu require a rooted device? and i think 4ext also requires root access.
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Since your phone is S-OFF, you can flash a recovery with fastboot from your PC. It may not be necessary if a custom recovery has already been flashed to your phone. Check your recovery before proceeding to flash a custom one.
Once you have a custom recovery installed, your can flash SuperSu from this recovery to your ROM. You'll then have rooted your current ROM and will be able to make backups before trying to flash alternate ROMs. At minimum you should make a nandroid backup from the recovery ; it will allow you to come back to your current ROM in case your not satisfied with the alternate ROMs.
But take your time and read the stickies in order to be sure you understand what you are doing before proceeding further.

ben_pyett said:
One you've comprehended and then followed the advice given in the two posts above
Install a recovery and then use it to install a custom pre-rooted ROM. You'll find links in the INDEX thread along with guides, which should be read, see the link in my signature.
Did you buy you're device new?
Sywepd form my DsereiS
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Yes, i did buy my device new

alpha192 said:
Yes, i did buy my device new
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New device and already S-OFF?
Sent from my HTC Desire S

miwanr said:
New device and already S-OFF?
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Rare, but I seem to remember over a year ago when we all had to use an XTC-Clip that some people got their phones already S-Off.

yaonos said:
Since your phone is S-OFF, you can flash a recovery with fastboot from your PC.
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Not necessarily at all. Regular bootloaders, even when S-OFF, don't allow fastboot commands. If you try executing it on phone that was S-OFF-ed with XTC-Clip, for example, it'll fail.
For that the bootloader has to be re-engineered (or engineering bootloader flashed).

why exactly do u want to root your phone? do u want to flash a custom rom or do u want root access for the heck of it?
if u want to flash a custom rom then i suggest you go through this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1850574
it has links to some other threads.. finally please do make a backup of your original rom in case u dont like the custom rom

SimonTS said:
Rare, but I seem to remember over a year ago when we all had to use an XTC-Clip that some people got their phones already S-Off.
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In his case, he got his phone S-OFF with a re engineered bootloader (2.00.2002). I find it strange that a stock phone comes pre installed with a ENG bootloader...

yaonos said:
In his case, he got his phone S-OFF with a re engineered bootloader (2.00.2002). I find it strange that a stock phone comes pre installed with a ENG bootloader...
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I hadn't looked at the hBoot version. Maybe his idea of 'New' and the shop's idea of 'New' are somewhat different - possibly a returned product that they hadn't checked properly before reselling.

SimonTS said:
I hadn't looked at the hBoot version. Maybe his idea of 'New' and the shop's idea of 'New' are somewhat different - possibly a returned product that they hadn't checked properly before reselling.
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I got my phone new from T-mobile and the only thing i've done to my phone software wise would be upgrading sense to 3.0 which was via the ota.

i thing best for u is to unlock ur bootloader flash r ecovery and superuser , flash a custom rom and follow this guide here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1318919 good luck

[How-to] HTC One XL (Telstra) - ROOT/ SCID/ SOFF/ T-SCREEN / CM10.1

This is for all the people out there who currently have the most up to date version of the stock HTC One XL (Telstra) software/ firmware 3.17.xx and wish to be able to install CM10.1 and other ROMS alike.
I found it very hard to find all the information out there to be able to do this and now that it is finally done I feel the need to share this valuable information to all who are possibly having the same drama.
Here it is!
Step 1 - HTC Dev Unlock
This is easy! go to the HTC website and unlock your phone via their steps, It's simple and you can't stuff it up.
***MAKE SURE YOU KEEP ALL FILES FROM THIS, AS YOU'LL BE NEEDING IT LATER ON***
***THIS WILL RESET YOUR PHONE SO MAKE SURE YOU CONTACTS AND ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT IS BACKED UP***
***MAKE SURE YOU REMEMBER THE LAST STEP USING THE FILE HTC SEND YOU, AS YOU WILL NEED TO BE DOING THIS AGAIN LATER ON***
Step 2 - SuperCID
Firstly do this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41482419
Once done, go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2155069& and follow exactly!
Step 3 - S-OFF
Click here and follow exactly!
For steps 5 and 6 I reccomend combing those two lines of code into a .bat file and the same with step 7.
Step 4 - Downgrade Touch Screen
You can't go wrong if you follow this think exactly!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2159863
Step 5 - Flash Custom Recovery
I reccomend CWM
Step 6 - Install ROM!
Ok! So you've done all the steps below and you're now ready for the best part!
1. Go to http://get.cm/?device=evita and download the latest CM10.1 nightly.
2. Locate 4.2.2 Gapps via a quick Google search.
3. Fully wipe your device from Recovery if you are not coming from CM10.1 already.
4. Reboot into recovery and install ROM and then Gaaps.
That's if and you're now done! You phone is now like every other Android phone out there and you can now install any ROM via the custom recovery! Without having to flash the boot.img seperatly.
If you want to go even further and get rid of the red text on boot about your phone being tampered, go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2156368&highlight=supercid
***I HAVEN'T DONE THIS AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT WORKS***
Would like to thank Darbness for his efforts in figuring most of this out and all the other XDA posters who made this possible! Without you guys I'd be stuffed :silly:
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Any testing done on AT&T One X?

Sorry only tested on the Telstra version (being the model I have). I've had CleanROM 6 R6 on my model which was built for AT&T and that seem to work except for tethering and major battery pwnage and that to me suggests that this -may- work.
I can only suggest that you try it and let me know how you go. It would he interesting to find out!
Good luck!
Sent from my One XL using xda app-developers app

Glad to help.

software number: 3.17.841.9
Eios said:
This is for all the people out there who currently have the most up to date version of the stock HTC One XL (Telstra) software/ firmware 3.17.xx and wish to be able to install CM10.1 and other ROMS alike.
I found it very hard to find all the information out there to be able to do this and now that it is finally done I feel the need to share this valuable information to all who are possibly having the same drama.
Here it is!
Step 1 - HTC Dev Unlock
This is easy! go to the HTC website and unlock your phone via their steps, It's simple and you can't stuff it up.
***MAKE SURE YOU KEEP ALL FILES FROM THIS, AS YOU'LL BE NEEDING IT LATER ON***
***THIS WILL RESET YOUR PHONE SO MAKE SURE YOU CONTACTS AND ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT IS BACKED UP***
***MAKE SURE YOU REMEMBER THE LAST STEP USING THE FILE HTC SEND YOU, AS YOU WILL NEED TO BE DOING THIS AGAIN LATER ON***
Step 2 - SuperCID
Firstly do this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41482419
Once done, go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2155069& and follow exactly!
Step 3 - S-OFF
Click here and follow exactly!
For steps 5 and 6 I reccomend combing those two lines of code into a .bat file and the same with step 7.
Step 4 - Downgrade Touch Screen
You can't go wrong if you follow this think exactly!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2159863
Step 5 - Flash Custom Recovery
I reccomend CWM
Step 6 - Install ROM!
Ok! So you've done all the steps below and you're now ready for the best part!
1. Go to http://get.cm/?device=evita and download the latest CM10.1 nightly.
2. Locate 4.2.2 Gapps via a quick Google search.
3. Fully wipe your device from Recovery if you are not coming from CM10.1 already.
4. Reboot into recovery and install ROM and then Gaaps.
That's if and you're now done! You phone is now like every other Android phone out there and you can now install any ROM via the custom recovery! Without having to flash the boot.img seperatly.
If you want to go even further and get rid of the red text on boot about your phone being tampered, go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2156368&highlight=supercid
***I HAVEN'T DONE THIS AND I DON'T KNOW IF IT WORKS***
Would like to thank Darbness for his efforts in figuring most of this out and all the other XDA posters who made this possible! Without you guys I'd be stuffed :silly:
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Hi All,
Was wondering if these steps are still valid for software number: 3.17.841.9 with Android 4.1.1 (One XL Telstra)?
For instance, do we still have to downgrade the touchscreen?
Also, when the phone is reset (wiped) from recovery, wouldn't this also wipe the images that I've downloaded?
Would I still be able to use the stock telstra image unstill Step 6 (after step 4 or 5 is complete)?
Thank you...
Cheers

Android_Sycamore said:
Hi All,
Was wondering if these steps are still valid for software number: 3.17.841.9 with Android 4.1.1 (One XL Telstra)?
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Yep, should still work. If the downgrading hboot part doesn't work, you can also use jet tool to downgrade hboot then just RUU after S-OFF
Android_Sycamore said:
For instance, do we still have to downgrade the touchscreen?
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Not for cm10.1 on 3.4 beta kernel. And not for sense Roms. Just remember that it is a beta kernel and there are some weird glitches and a few reported bricks so if you have no plan if your phone happens to brick, you may want to avoid it until it's stable. The chances of bricking are extremely slim, but it has happened.
Android_Sycamore said:
Also, when the phone is reset (wiped) from recovery, wouldn't this also wipe the images that I've downloaded?
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So long as you don't select SD Card when wiping, it won't touch your SD Card.
Android_Sycamore said:
Would I still be able to use the stock telstra image unstill Step 6 (after step 4 or 5 is complete)?
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After flashing custom recovery, your stock rom may not boot unless you flash su in recovery.

Root?
Eios said:
This is for all the people out there who currently have the most up to date version of the stock HTC One XL (Telstra) software/ firmware 3.17.xx and wish to be able to install CM10.1 and other ROMS alike.
I found it very hard to find all the information out there to be able to do this and now that it is finally done I feel the need to share this valuable information to all who are possibly having the same drama.
Here it is!
Step 1 - HTC Dev Unlock
This is easy! go to the HTC website and unlock your phone via their steps, It's simple and you can't stuff it up.
***MAKE SURE YOU KEEP ALL FILES FROM THIS, AS YOU'LL BE NEEDING IT LATER ON***
***THIS WILL RESET YOUR PHONE SO MAKE SURE YOU CONTACTS AND ANYTHING ELSE YOU WANT IS BACKED UP***
***MAKE SURE YOU REMEMBER THE LAST STEP USING THE FILE HTC SEND YOU, AS YOU WILL NEED TO BE DOING THIS AGAIN LATER ON***
Step 2 - SuperCID
Firstly do this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41482419
Once done, go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2155069& and follow exactly!
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Hi Guys,
I started with following this guide. Went through the HTC DEV process without a hassle (cancelled and backed everything up just before flashing the unlock token - Phew!)
Then I get to the first part of step 2 for the SuperCID and it seems to require root.
Austempest said:
Apparently the 3.17.841.9 update placed a write protection on the CID partition, so the only way to gain SuperCID, then S-OFF to install an AOKP Rom is to downgrade.
This will only work if you stay within the same HBOOT versions. 3.17.841.9 and 3.17.841.2 are both on HBOOT 2.14. Both root and SU is needed.
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I've found a few other guides that did the Custom recovery ROM immediately after the HTC Dev. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2326329
This thread suggests that it should then be possible to flash SuperSU to gain root. I'd guess I can't skip a step to flash a Custom ROM directly due to the issues with the 3.17.841.9 update.
Is this the right way to go?
Edit: It worked. Then followed the rest of the steps for SuperCID and S-OFF. If we don't have to downgrade the touchscreen as per exad's post above, then I'm good to go! Woot!
Looking at the CyanogenMod page for the OneXL it has the following:
HTC One XL
CM Support: 10, 10.1
Notes:
The CM 10.1 builds require you to be updated to the newest 3.17/3.18 RUU (for the updated firmware and the 2.14 hboot). You also must downgrade your touchscreen firmware, see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38304611&postcount=1
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My phone is a Telstra HTC One XL (Evita). Current software is Android 4.1.1 Software Number 3.17.841.9
Cheers,
Aaron

You no longer need to downgrade your touchscreen firmware to run the latest aosp builds. If you want to run older builds you will need to though.
Sent from my Evita

Maybe out of wack :S
Hey all,
I hope this guide has helped some people, I know that with the HTC One XL doing everything can be a bit of a pain.
This guide was written up after I had done everything so some steps maybe out of wack. eg... Gaining Root before SuperCID.
I'll update this as best as possible and if anyone ever has any input to this to make things simpler then please just let me know.
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Why do you have two links for S-off? One being for the dna DROID.
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app

Update to come.
exad said:
Why do you have two links for S-off? One being for the dna DROID.
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app
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Hmm good pointing out! Over the next few days I'll go through this whole guide and update as appropriate!
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Hi I had a simple confusion. Firstly the details of my phone are below
Super cid
vit Pvt ship S-OFF rl
Hboot 2.14.0000
Radio 0.23a. 32.09.29
OpeDSP - v31.1.0.45.0815
Emmc-boot
My first question is should I follow tesltra method or the AT&T rooting method since in a few threads I got the impression that I should be using the AT&T method but according to this thread I should be following this method.
Secondly I am by default S-OFF and super cid so do I need to unlock my bootloader to root?
Thanks
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app

swagatk said:
Hi I had a simple confusion. Firstly the details of my phone are below
Super cid
vit Pvt ship S-OFF rl
Hboot 2.14.0000
Radio 0.23a. 32.09.29
OpeDSP - v31.1.0.45.0815
Emmc-boot
My first question is should I follow tesltra method or the AT&T rooting method since in a few threads I got the impression that I should be using the AT&T method but according to this thread I should be following this method.
Secondly I am by default S-OFF and super cid so do I need to unlock my bootloader to root?
Thanks
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app
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Is your phone Telstra or at&t?
Sent from my Evita

Re: swagatk
swagatk said:
Hi I had a simple confusion. Firstly the details of my phone are below
Super cid
vit Pvt ship S-OFF rl
Hboot 2.14.0000
Radio 0.23a. 32.09.29
OpeDSP - v31.1.0.45.0815
Emmc-boot
My first question is should I follow tesltra method or the AT&T rooting method since in a few threads I got the impression that I should be using the AT&T method but according to this thread I should be following this method.
Secondly I am by default S-OFF and super cid so do I need to unlock my bootloader to root?
Thanks
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app
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Hey mate,
If you're Telstra I would suggest this method, my phone is Telstra and thus this guide has been written up for those users. If you're AT&T this may work for you, however there maybe some weird bugs to go with... Or it may work 100% and honestly I wouldn't know.
I would highly suggest unlocking your bootloader and flashing a custom recovery onto your phone. Having this has saved my ass heaps of times when I've been stuffing around with new settings from custom ROMS.
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timmaaa said:
Is your phone Telstra or at&t?
Sent from my Evita
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None. I have an unbranded phone and it's not locked with any network, which is the reason for the confusion
Sent from my HTC One XL using xda app-developers app

If it's unbranded, you can just go to htcdev and unlock your bootloader, then flash TWRP 2.6 recovery, then flash the ROM of your choice.
Sent from my Evita

Well, it's my first post on here, i've been reading about rooting/custom roms etc. for a few months now and i couldn't seem to find a nice method to root my htc one xl. I just read here that all i need to do is to to unlock the bootloader, is that correct ? can i directly flash a recovery and a custom rom after that ? (i'd like to try cyanogenmod 11)
thanks in advance, and by the way i love this forum it's very enlightning.

Yes. Unlock your bootloader, then you can install TWRP recovery, then you can install a custom ROM. You might need a firmware upgrade first though, what are your bootloader details?
Sent from my Evita.

timmaaa said:
Yes. Unlock your bootloader, then you can install TWRP recovery, then you can install a custom ROM. You might need a firmware upgrade first though, what are your bootloader details?
Sent from my Evita.
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It says :
Locked
EVITA PVT SHIP S-ON RL
HBoot 2.15.0000
radio-1.31a.32.45.16_2
Opendsp-v33.1.0.45.1128
Jul 18 2013, 13:16:10:-1

Ok, that's fine. As long as the phone isn't an at&t model you can just go ahead and unlock at htcdev.
Sent from my Evita.