bought used TF700 would like to root and unlock...help :( - Asus Transformer TF700

ok so i bought a used TF700 and this is my first asus device i'd like to put custom roms on and root...i've rooted htc and samsung things before so i know a few things...but i'm a little confused with this asus device....here are my specs can u let me know if i can unlock and root it in the current state its in?
jb 4.2.1
build number JOP40D.US_epad-10.6.1.14.8-20130514
now i saw the thread that shows you how to unlock to bootloader but the dropbox file no longer exists and when i go to the asus website it won't let me select any OS option....so im not sure where and how to get this file....i'd like to install CROMI rom on it if i could....any help would be great thanks guys in advance

lunercrab said:
ok so i bought a used TF700 and this is my first asus device i'd like to put custom roms on and root...i've rooted htc and samsung things before so i know a few things...but i'm a little confused with this asus device....here are my specs can u let me know if i can unlock and root it in the current state its in?
jb 4.2.1
build number JOP40D.US_epad-10.6.1.14.8-20130514
now i saw the thread that shows you how to unlock to bootloader but the dropbox file no longer exists and when i go to the asus website it won't let me select any OS option....so im not sure where and how to get this file....i'd like to install CROMI rom on it if i could....any help would be great thanks guys in advance
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You can use the Unlock tool from Asus website. It says it's for ICS only, but it works perfectly for JB 4.2.
So, first step is to unlock.
Next step is to get a custom recovery onto the tablet. TWRP 2.5 is the best for the TF700. If you are familiar with ADB or fastboot, you can push the recovery blob to the tablet. That would save you the step of rooting the stock rom.
If you're not that familiar with ADB/fastboot, the next step would be to root the tablet:
Search for the Motochopper thread by Dan Rosenberg here on XDA and follow the instructions.
Once rooted, download Goo manager from Play.
Run it, grant root access ad then tap the 3 dots in the top right. Select "Install Open Recovery Script" and let it do it's thing. This will install TWRP 2.5 on your tablet.
Download Cromi-X to your SD or microSD card.
Boot into TWRP with Volume Down + Power, select the flashing RCK with Volume Up.
Select "Backup" and make a nandroid of your stock rom, then hit back or Home.
Select "Install", find the Cromi-X zip, check the box "verify zip signature", swipe to flash
Go through the options in the Aroma installer. If unsure about the choices stick with the default - you an always re-flash with different options.
Enjoy!

Thanks...found a better link to Asus website...everything went great...roms running smooth :thumbup:
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lunercrab said:
Thanks...found a better link to Asus website...everything went great...roms running smooth :thumbup:
Sent from my HTC One using xda app-developers app
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That was quick! Welcome to the club! :cyclops:

Thanks berndblb
berndblb said:
You can use the Unlock tool from Asus website. It says it's for ICS only, but it works perfectly for JB 4.2.
So, first step is to unlock.
Next step is to get a custom recovery onto the tablet. TWRP 2.5 is the best for the TF700. If you are familiar with ADB or fastboot, you can push the recovery blob to the tablet. That would save you the step of rooting the stock rom.
If you're not that familiar with ADB/fastboot, the next step would be to root the tablet:
Search for the Motochopper thread by Dan Rosenberg here on XDA and follow the instructions.
Once rooted, download Goo manager from Play.
Run it, grant root access ad then tap the 3 dots in the top right. Select "Install Open Recovery Script" and let it do it's thing. This will install TWRP 2.5 on your tablet.
Download Cromi-X to your SD or microSD card.
Boot into TWRP with Volume Down + Power, select the flashing RCK with Volume Up.
Select "Backup" and make a nandroid of your stock rom, then hit back or Home.
Select "Install", find the Cromi-X zip, check the box "verify zip signature", swipe to flash
Go through the options in the Aroma installer. If unsure about the choices stick with the default - you an always re-flash with different options.
Enjoy!
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Thanks berndblb for the succinct procedure. After the issues I've been having with the 4.2 update I decided to just unlock it, root it and get a custom ROM but was a little confused about what had to be done in what order. I've just finished putting Baked Black Bean 8 on and am getting it all set up.

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[Q] Jeally Bean

hi i just got my asus tf700t n it asked me to update software straight away but it was to 4.0.3 not the knew jelly bean.........why is this?
Also after I install like one application from the google play store the tablet just slows down when im scrolling along the home page?
asustf700t said:
hi i just got my asus tf700t n it asked me to update software straight away but it was to 4.0.3 not the knew jelly bean.........why is this?
Also after I install like one application from the google play store the tablet just slows down when im scrolling along the home page?
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What is your build number?
buhohitr said:
What is your build number?
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buhohitr said:
What is your build number?
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Do factory reset 3 times, then do the upgrade, this will upgrade you from ICS to Jelly Bean (the latest Android O/S
buhohitr said:
Do factory reset 3 times, then do the upgrade, this will upgrade you from ICS to Jelly Bean (the latest Android O/S
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okay ive done it twice already since I got it but I willl do it 3 more times from now and see what happens, why does it need to be reset 3 times for my knowledge?
buhohitr said:
Do factory reset 3 times, then do the upgrade, this will upgrade you from ICS to Jelly Bean (the latest Android O/S
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hi i just tried it and nothing happens their is no update currently available it says
asustf700t said:
hi i just tried it and nothing happens their is no update currently available it says
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Did you edit your build number post?? build number should be something like 9.4.5.30_20120907
buhohitr said:
Did you edit your build number post?? build number should be something like 9.4.5.30_20120907
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Yes i didn't think the whole number was a requirement for everyone to see after I sent it to you, do you have any other suggestions? apprentley I can do it manually using these instructions:
Check your device’s SKU through the following procedure.
On the tablet, go into Settings » About tablet. Then, check the Build number.
If the build number starts with “TW”, your SKU is TW. Similarly, if your build number starts with “US”, you must download the firmware for the US SKU. Similarly for WW, you need to download the WW firmware.
Download the update for your SKU from the official ASUS website. Select Android from the drop-down box, click on Firmware, then download the latest update’s file.
Extract the downloaded zip file once to obtain another zip file.
Now, we need to copy the obtained zip file to the tablet.
If you have a custom recovery like ClockworkMod or TWRP installed on the tablet, copy the zip file obtained in step 3 to the internal SD card.
If you are on stock recovery on the tablet, rename the file to ”EP201_768_SDUPDATE”, then copy it to the external SD card.
[Important] Now, further steps depend on whether you have stock recovery on the tablet or are using a custom recovery like ClockworkMod or TWRP recovery. Follow step 6 if you have stock recovery on the tablet, or step 7 if on a custom recovery.
For stock recovery
Shut down the tablet. Hold Power + Vol Down buttons until a message appears saying “Press Vol. Up to enter RCK (5s)”. Here, press the Volume Up key within 5 seconds to enter recovery.
The update will automatically start installing, then the tablet will reboot after the update is finished.
You can now stop following the guide as your tablet has now been updated.
For custom recovery
Shut down the tablet. Hold Power + Vol Down buttons until a message appears saying “Press Vol. Up to enter RCK (5s)”. Here, press the Volume Up key within 5 seconds to enter recovery.
Select wipe cache, then select Yes to confirm cache wipe (if using TWRP recovery, select Wipe, then select Cache/dalvik cache).
Select install zip from sdcard, then select choose zip from sdcard. Scroll to and select the update file that you copied to the tablet in step 4. Confirm installation by selecting Yes on the next screen. (if using TWRP recovery, select Install, then select the update file)
After the update is installed, select go back then select reboot system now to reboot the tablet (if using TWRP recovery, select the Reboot system button to reboot the tablet).
After the tablet reboots, it will be running the latest firmware.
Your ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity TF700T is now running on the latest official update. Do let us know how it works!
and using the offical asus website's software - http://www.asus.com/Tablet/Transformer_Pad/ASUS_Transformer_Pad_Infinity_TF700T/#download
asustf700t said:
okay ive done it twice already since I got it but I willl do it 3 more times from now and see what happens, why does it need to be reset 3 times for my knowledge?
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People reported that one factory reset did not do the wipe completely, 2 should be enough, but I like to play on the "super clean wipe", I do it 3 times right before you upgrade. Not going to hurt, why not?
buhohitr said:
People reported that one factory reset did not do the wipe completely, 2 should be enough, but I like to play on the "super clean wipe", I do it 3 times right before you upgrade. Not going to hurt, why not?
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did it, still didn't get the update, n it even said no update available
asustf700t said:
did it, still didn't get the update, n it even said no update available
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Don't worry about the OTA, this is the incremental update, you want the full version update anyway. Just follow the direction that you posted above. Do you want to root your device? if you do, you need to do it now before upgrade to Jelly Bean. Once you're on Jellybean, you can't root anymore.
buhohitr said:
Don't worry about the OTA, this is the incremental update, you want the full version update anyway. Just follow the direction that you posted above. Do you want to root your device? if you do, you need to do it now before upgrade to Jelly Bean. Once you're on Jellybean, you can't root anymore.
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DAMN IT! didn't see the conversation went onto a second page so I went ahead and updated it! I bet ive missed out on not rooting it now haven't I?
asustf700t said:
DAMN IT! didn't see the conversation went onto a second page so I went ahead and updated it! I bet ive missed out on not rooting it now haven't I?
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Not a problem, just downgrade back to .30, then do root. Just make sure you do reset in between before downgrade or upgrade. After downgrade back to .30, please let me know if you have OTA back for JB upgrade.
buhohitr said:
Not a problem, just downgrade back to .30, then do root. Just make sure you do reset in between before downgrade or upgrade. After downgrade back to .30, please let me know if you have OTA back for JB upgrade.
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thank you mate, please check your inbox
I got my tf700 on Tuesday and had to wait until last night (Thursday) before the JB OTA upgrade came through. Like you, I got an immediate update that wasn't JB. Suggest you wait a while.....
Sent from my NookColor using xda premium
I was able to get to Jellybean per the below method with my stock Infinity. The issue is that OTA Root Keeper doesn't seem to keep root with installing from/with a EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip.
I would like to avoid using the unlocker because I just want to be rooted not really fool around with any rom's at this time.
Anyone got suggestions?
Mine came as a stock V9.4.5.26 US SKU. That is what I updated to Jelly Been from with V10.4.4.16 US SKU zip.
asustf700t said:
Yes i didn't think the whole number was a requirement for everyone to see after I sent it to you, do you have any other suggestions? apprentley I can do it manually using these instructions:
Check your device’s SKU through the following procedure.
On the tablet, go into Settings » About tablet. Then, check the Build number.
If the build number starts with “TW”, your SKU is TW. Similarly, if your build number starts with “US”, you must download the firmware for the US SKU. Similarly for WW, you need to download the WW firmware.
Download the update for your SKU from the official ASUS website. Select Android from the drop-down box, click on Firmware, then download the latest update’s file.
Extract the downloaded zip file once to obtain another zip file.
Now, we need to copy the obtained zip file to the tablet.
If you have a custom recovery like ClockworkMod or TWRP installed on the tablet, copy the zip file obtained in step 3 to the internal SD card.
If you are on stock recovery on the tablet, rename the file to ”EP201_768_SDUPDATE”, then copy it to the external SD card.
[Important] Now, further steps depend on whether you have stock recovery on the tablet or are using a custom recovery like ClockworkMod or TWRP recovery. Follow step 6 if you have stock recovery on the tablet, or step 7 if on a custom recovery.
For stock recovery
Shut down the tablet. Hold Power + Vol Down buttons until a message appears saying “Press Vol. Up to enter RCK (5s)”. Here, press the Volume Up key within 5 seconds to enter recovery.
The update will automatically start installing, then the tablet will reboot after the update is finished.
You can now stop following the guide as your tablet has now been updated.
For custom recovery
Shut down the tablet. Hold Power + Vol Down buttons until a message appears saying “Press Vol. Up to enter RCK (5s)”. Here, press the Volume Up key within 5 seconds to enter recovery.
Select wipe cache, then select Yes to confirm cache wipe (if using TWRP recovery, select Wipe, then select Cache/dalvik cache).
Select install zip from sdcard, then select choose zip from sdcard. Scroll to and select the update file that you copied to the tablet in step 4. Confirm installation by selecting Yes on the next screen. (if using TWRP recovery, select Install, then select the update file)
After the update is installed, select go back then select reboot system now to reboot the tablet (if using TWRP recovery, select the Reboot system button to reboot the tablet).
After the tablet reboots, it will be running the latest firmware.
Your ASUS Transformer Pad Infinity TF700T is now running on the latest official update. Do let us know how it works!
and using the offical asus website's software - http://www.asus.com/Tablet/Transformer_Pad/ASUS_Transformer_Pad_Infinity_TF700T/#download
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Dumaru said:
I was able to get to Jellybean per the below method with my stock Infinity. The issue is that OTA Root Keeper doesn't seem to keep root with installing from/with a EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip.
I would like to avoid using the unlocker because I just want to be rooted not really fool around with any rom's at this time.
Anyone got suggestions?
Mine came as a stock V9.4.5.26 US SKU. That is what I updated to Jelly Been from with V10.4.4.16 US SKU zip.
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If you don't want to unlock, the only way is you have to downgrade back to .30, root, install OTA rootkeeper and make a root backup, then do the OTA upgrade to JB, then restore root with OTA rootkeeper.

[Q] Noob in custom Roms..HELP

Finally decided to put custom roms to the test, especially the Cleanrom...
can anyone point me in the right direction on how to install a custom rom..
a step by step procedure would be helpful..
im on the latest jellybean update for the infinity and rooted... downloaded the rom, the asus unlock tool and CWM..but have no idea what exactly to do with all the stuffs...
i hope u could help me guys.. thank you..
shadow071506 said:
Finally decided to put custom roms to the test, especially the Cleanrom...
can anyone point me in the right direction on how to install a custom rom..
a step by step procedure would be helpful..
im on the latest jellybean update for the infinity and rooted... downloaded the rom, the asus unlock tool and CWM..but have no idea what exactly to do with all the stuffs...
i hope u could help me guys.. thank you..
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The process in summary:
1. Use asus unlock tool to unlock - just run the tool and follow the on screen direction, very simple.
2. Since you are rooted, download and install "goomanager" from the market to install custom recover TWRP-again open the app, tab on the 3boxex upper right hand corner and choose "Install OpenReoveryScript"- it will install TWRP automaticaly.
3. Boot into TWrP (hold down volume down and power button until see white text on the screen, let go both buttons, now hit the volume button twice to access recovery mode, choose 'install', browse to Cleanrom zip file then flash it.
That's it.
buhohitr said:
The process in summary:
1. Use asus unlock tool to unlock - just run the tool and follow the on screen direction, very simple.
2. Since you are rooted, download and install "goomanager" from the market to install custom recover TWRP-again open the app, tab on the 3boxex upper right hand corner and choose "Install OpenReoveryScript"- it will install TWRP automaticaly.
3. Boot into TWrP (hold down volume down and power button until see white text on the screen, let go both buttons, now hit the volume button twice to access recovery mode, choose 'install', browse to Cleanrom zip file then flash it.
That's it.
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CWM is just as good of use for installing cleanrom
Twrp is much easier to install
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thank you all for the very quick response...will try by tomorrow... have to back up all apps and data first before i factory reset everything... btw, will flashing and factory resetting delete my root (or vodoo rootkeeper backup)?
shadow071506 said:
thank you all for the very quick response...will try by tomorrow... have to back up all apps and data first before i factory reset everything... btw, will flashing and factory resetting delete my root (or vodoo rootkeeper backup)?
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While you have root, do a full backup, once you flashed cleanrom, you have root back (cleanrom is prerooted), so you don't have to worry about keeping root.

My TF700T Is unlocked, now how do i Root ? =(

Hi guys, I need a hand please, my english is not the best of the planet so, i cant get the next step.
I unlocked my tf700t that is running android 4.1.1 on 10.4.4.25.
I have try alot of programs to root it now but i cant.
So if there is anyone who can tell me step by step how to root it now i would really be happy.
I was folowing this threat http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1929712
but i really dont get how to folow the steps.
help plz
Kamebot said:
Hi guys, I need a hand please, my english is not the best of the planet so, i cant get the next step.
I unlocked my tf700t that is running android 4.1.1 on 10.4.4.25.
I have try alot of programs to root it now but i cant.
So if there is anyone who can tell me step by step how to root it now i would really be happy.
I was folowing this threat http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1929712
but i really dont get how to folow the steps.
help plz
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Hello!
You will need to get a custom recovery flashed to your tablet now that you have unlocked.
Go to this guide CROMi help scroll to where it says "here we go" in blue.
Read the info about installing a custom recovery using ADB installed on a desktop computer.
If this is too complex then go here ADB Tool V8 use this to push a recovery to your tablet.
After this you can install super SU and gain root in JB.
If you can't get nvflash as it appears per your fm rev and don't feel comfortable with the steps in the all-in-one guide then I suggest you get help from some of the members here to walk you thru it. Luckily its very automated if you downgrade to ICS, use the batch file ICS root method, then get superuser or superSU, OTA rootkeeper or Voodoo OTA rootkeeper (both from the market), protect your su copy once you root (done in the app), and OTA back to JB 10.4.4.25 and you are good to go (Asus upgrade notification will occur before you finish all this).
I just landed from that flight and the ride was turbulence-free. But it took me a week to gather the info and another week to gather the courage to do it. Quite the learning curve for the newb no doubt and I'm a fast learner.
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thx guys, i am currently installing cleanrom and holding my balls very tied
Kamebot said:
Hi guys, I need a hand please, my english is not the best of the planet so, i cant get the next step.
I unlocked my tf700t that is running android 4.1.1 on 10.4.4.25.
I have try alot of programs to root it now but i cant.
So if there is anyone who can tell me step by step how to root it now i would really be happy.
I was folowing this threat http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1929712
but i really dont get how to folow the steps.
help plz
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As I am sure many people said already:
1) install GooManager.
Go to the settings button, tap 'install TWRP recovery'.
Let GooManager do its magic.
1.a) do a titanium Backup of your data and apps.
b) make an 'orange backup' backup
(don't forget to change the CWM option to TWRP)
(easier than regular backups because it doesn't require you to turn it off.
2) download your preferred custom ROM
put it on your device
open Goo: tap reboot in recovery
3*) select wipe => factory reset when going to CM10.1
3°) selecht wipe => cache , and afterwards: dalvik cache
4) Still in TWRP: tap install and browse to the approprate .zip
Swipe to flash
5) let it reboot
(6: set it up: download titanium backup again and then open it and click restore to retrieve all your app data.)
7) Congratulations
adelancker said:
As I am sure many people said already:
1) install GooManager.
Go to the settings button, tap 'install TWRP recovery'.
Let GooManager do its magic.
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Your instruction will not work, because he doesn't have root, so he can't install TwRP through GooManager!!!
Kamebot said:
Hi guys, I need a hand please, my english is not the best of the planet so, i cant get the next step.
I unlocked my tf700t that is running android 4.1.1 on 10.4.4.25.
I have try alot of programs to root it now but i cant.
So if there is anyone who can tell me step by step how to root it now i would really be happy.
I was folowing this threat http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1929712
but i really dont get how to folow the steps.
help plz
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You will have to install a recovery via fastboot. from there you can either root the stock rom or install a custom rom.
Tylor
Sent from my ASUS Transformer TF700T Infinity Pad Using Tapatalk HD
Rom: Cyanogen Nightlies 10.1 or CleanRom 3.4.4 - Depends on the mood .

[Q] docking station does not work

Hi i got my docking station to day and the only thing that works is the mouse function, i cannot write anything anywhere, i have it to default swedish and i have uninstalled swift key but not sixaxis, i have restarted it several times, is it possible that my custom rom makes it incompatible? I use the twrp when i rooted it and customized it.
Thx
Stammis said:
Hi i got my docking station to day and the only thing that works is the mouse function, i cannot write anything anywhere, i have it to default swedish and i have uninstalled swift key but not sixaxis, i have restarted it several times, is it possible that my custom rom makes it incompatible? I use the twrp when i rooted it and customized it.
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Yes custom rom does matter, most are not supporting dock, what custom rom you're using?
buhohitr said:
Yes custom rom does matter, most are not supporting dock, what custom rom you're using?
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I use CROMI
Stammis said:
I use CROMI
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CROMI should work fine with your dock.
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CROMI should work fine with your dock.
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Well then i have no idé, it couldnt be sixaxis that ruins things or?
Stammis said:
Well then i have no idé, it couldnt be sixaxis that ruins things or?
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In settings-> Language & input, is it set to Asus/English hardware keyboard?
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In settings-> Language & input, is it set to Asus/English hardware keyboard?
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No swedish because that is what my keyboard is designed for
Stammis said:
No swedish because that is what my keyboard is designed for
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So you don't have Swedish in the dropdown menu to select?
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So you don't have Swedish in the dropdown menu to select?
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I dont know what you mean by dropdown menue but the tablet is set to Swedish
Stammis said:
I dont know what you mean by dropdown menue but the tablet is set to Swedish
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What I suggested is pick English to see if the keyboard is working.
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What I suggested is pick English to see if the keyboard is working.
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I did, but it does not work,i was thinking to reset the tablet and do the root and rom again since i also cant make my hdmi to work, but i will wait a little and see if i get any more suggestions.
Ps how do you do a cold boot when i have a customrom?
Stammis said:
I did, but it does not work,i was thinking to reset the tablet and do the root and rom again since i also cant make my hdmi to work, but i will wait a little and see if i get any more suggestions.
Ps how do you do a cold boot when i have a customrom?
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Same procedure as with stock or with custom rom. Go into recovery, select the Android Icon with vol down then hit vol up twice to execute.
buhohitr said:
Same procedure as with stock or with custom rom. Go into recovery, select the Android Icon with vol down then hit vol up twice to execute.
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I am sorry if I dont keep to the topic but when I have done the cold boot and wish to re do the root and custom rom, is it has simple as to plug in my SD card and run the recovery twrp and all apps and settings are restored?
Stammis said:
I am sorry if I dont keep to the topic but when I have done the cold boot and wish to re do the root and custom rom, is it has simple as to plug in my SD card and run the recovery twrp and all apps and settings are restored?
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Haha you're in luck. There is a new tool that allow you to root while on JB rom. So I recommend to download the FULL ASUS rom from Asus website, unzip the file then use your twrp to flash this rom. After this, you will be on the latest 4.2 but you will lose root and TWRP. Then go here to get the tool http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230763 and root your JB. Once done download Goomanager from the market and install the latest TWRP. From here on you can flash what ever you like.
buhohitr said:
Haha you're in luck. There is a new tool that allow you to root while on JB rom. So I recommend to download the FULL ASUS rom from Asus website, unzip the file then use your twrp to flash this rom. After this, you will be on the latest 4.2 but you will lose root and TWRP. Then go here to get the tool http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2230763 and root your JB. Once done download Goomanager from the market and install the latest TWRP. From here on you can flash what ever you like.
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Alright so I got my device back from service and I read what you said, however this does not work unless I can boot TWRP right? That is the case right now, I get the android logo at first, then the logo falls over with a exclamation mark.
Stammis said:
Alright so I got my device back from service and I read what you said, however this does not work unless I can boot TWRP right? That is the case right now, I get the android logo at first, then the logo falls over with a exclamation mark.
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Since you only have stock recovery, you need to do this:
1. Download the latest Asus full firmware from Asus site. Decompress downloaded .zip file (it will be another .zip)
2. Rename the new zip file to EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip
3. Format FAT32 the MicroSD card that you will be using for the update process
4. Copy the file to (the root directory of) your MicroSD
5. Insert it into the tablet
6. Shutdown (power off) the tablet
7. Power it on by pressing and holding VOLUME DOWN and POWER buttons simultaneously
8. When you see white text in the top left corner of the screen, release the buttons, then press VOLUME UP button twice, the upgrade process
should start...
9. Wait patiently for 10 minutes or so
Once done, use Asus unlock tool to unlock then use motochopper to root and once rooted download Goomanager app from the market to install custom recovery (TWRP). Finally use TWRP to flash ROM/Kernel.
buhohitr said:
Since you only have stock recovery, you need to do this:
1. Download the latest Asus full firmware from Asus site. Decompress downloaded .zip file (it will be another .zip)
2. Rename the new zip file to EP201_768_SDUPDATE.zip
3. Format FAT32 the MicroSD card that you will be using for the update process
4. Copy the file to (the root directory of) your MicroSD
5. Insert it into the tablet
6. Shutdown (power off) the tablet
7. Power it on by pressing and holding VOLUME DOWN and POWER buttons simultaneously
8. When you see white text in the top left corner of the screen, release the buttons, then press VOLUME UP button twice, the upgrade process
should start...
9. Wait patiently for 10 minutes or so
Once done, use Asus unlock tool to unlock then use motochopper to root and once rooted download Goomanager app from the market to install custom recovery (TWRP). Finally use TWRP to flash ROM/Kernel.
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okay, ill try that. First however I want to say that I have confirmed that the device is no longer unlocked and rooted does that change anything?
Stammis said:
okay, ill try that. First however I want to say that I have confirmed that the device is no longer unlocked and rooted does that change anything?
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If you device is NOT unlocked, you can't flash TWRP or custom rom/kernel. You only can do root.
Edit: You need to unlock your device first using Asus unlock tool (Version 7) can be download from Asus website.
buhohitr said:
If you device is NOT unlocked, you can't flash TWRP or custom rom/kernel. You only can do root.
Edit: You need to unlock your device first using Asus unlock tool (Version 7) can be download from Asus website.
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...sigh, I downloaded the unlock tool at bit.ly/InfinityUnlock but after installing I try to unlock I get an error message saying that it might be network issue, however it is clearly not, any ideas?
Ps: my device has 4.2.1
Stammis said:
...sigh, I downloaded the unlock tool at bit.ly/InfinityUnlock but after installing I try to unlock I get an error message saying that it might be network issue, however it is clearly not, any ideas?
Ps: my device has 4.2.1
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Oh no ..not good. You have 2 options: 1) keep trying or 2) Need to escalate to Asus tech support, more info here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187777&page=2

[Q] How to upgrade my device? (unknown root / unlock)

so i've recently picked up my asus tf700 again (after about 6 months of no use) and i know i rooted, upgraded to 4.1.1, and unlocked the device but just don't remember how i did it all. and i'm 90% sure i deleted the stock recovery
what i want to know is how can i upgrade to 4.2.1 ?
can i just follow this guide? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481892
current stats:
android 4.1.1
kernal version 3.1.10
build number jro03c.USepad-10.4.4.23-20121127
gen1mx6 said:
so i've recently picked up my asus tf700 again (after about 6 months of no use) and i know i rooted, upgraded to 4.1.1, and unlocked the device but just don't remember how i did it all. and i'm 90% sure i deleted the stock recovery
what i want to know is how can i upgrade to 4.2.1 ?
can i just follow this guide? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481892
current stats:
android 4.1.1
kernal version 3.1.10
build number jro03c.USepad-10.4.4.23-20121127
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Yep should be good to go
gen1mx6 said:
so i've recently picked up my asus tf700 again (after about 6 months of no use) and i know i rooted, upgraded to 4.1.1, and unlocked the device but just don't remember how i did it all. and i'm 90% sure i deleted the stock recovery
what i want to know is how can i upgrade to 4.2.1 ?
can i just follow this guide? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481892
current stats:
android 4.1.1
kernal version 3.1.10
build number jro03c.USepad-10.4.4.23-20121127
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Yes, you can... It is a good guide if you can follow it.. You must make sure that you have the latest bootloader and compatible TWRP.. Those are very important so you are not brick your device... Good luck and ask all the questions that you have before trying to install the TWRP and bootloader...:fingers-crossed:
gen1mx6 said:
so i've recently picked up my asus tf700 again (after about 6 months of no use) and i know i rooted, upgraded to 4.1.1, and unlocked the device but just don't remember how i did it all. and i'm 90% sure i deleted the stock recovery
what i want to know is how can i upgrade to 4.2.1 ?
can i just follow this guide? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481892
current stats:
android 4.1.1
kernal version 3.1.10
build number jro03c.USepad-10.4.4.23-20121127
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Hallo,
could you send me a complete manual how did you root it and updated it for 4.1.1. with all of links for tools? I have a problem with my TF700 and I checked a lot of forums and tried a lot of things but it doesnt help.
Thank you very much
andre776655 said:
Hallo,
could you send me a complete manual how did you root it and updated it for 4.1.1. with all of links for tools? I have a problem with my TF700 and I checked a lot of forums and tried a lot of things but it doesnt help.
Thank you very much
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you should probably create your own post so someone can help you, they need to know information like what version your currently running
LetMeKnow said:
Yes, you can... It is a good guide if you can follow it.. You must make sure that you have the latest bootloader and compatible TWRP.. Those are very important so you are not brick your device... Good luck and ask all the questions that you have before trying to install the TWRP and bootloader...:fingers-crossed:
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ok so i'm having a bit of trouble following this guide...
1) I installed TWRP (with the help of this page) http://www.teamw.in/project/twrp2/105 I had to use the Download - Recovery Image / Fastboot Method because the app method wouldn't download the blob file
2) Now, when I power + volume down boot I can see my bootloader isn't the correct version. how can I update the bootloader? I have the files from the original link i posted (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2481892) so there is the correct bootloader i just don't know how to install it.
is there a more detailed guide with actual step by steps?
Congrats on getting TWRP installed! The rest is easy.
In TWRP select 'Install' and navigate to wherever you have the zip file with the bootloader/TWRP package, select it (if it has xxx signed.zip in the file name you need to check the "verify zip signature" option. sbdags usually signs his zips - don't know if he did with this one).
Swipe the button to flash the file.
When it finished, boot back to system. Do not flash a rom at this point! That would cancel the bootloader flash. Boot back into system first, then back into TWRP and then flash the rom.
BTW - flashing the modified Asus stock rom is perfectly fine, but I wonder why you don't flash CROMi-X 5.2.2?
That rom is from the same developer, based on this stock rom and miles improved since sbdags debloated the stock version.
sbdags stock rom is not really supported whereas he puts out a better version of CROMi-X about every 10 days! It's exhausting to keep up! LOL
You'll find it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2425383
You can still flash the BL/TWRP package you downloaded already. It's the same as the one for CROMi-X.
LetMeKnow said:
Yes, you can... It is a good guide if you can follow it.. You must make sure that you have the latest bootloader and compatible TWRP.. Those are very important so you are not brick your device... Good luck and ask all the questions that you have before trying to install the TWRP and bootloader...:fingers-crossed:
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berndblb said:
Congrats on getting TWRP installed! The rest is easy.
In TWRP select 'Install' and navigate to wherever you have the zip file with the bootloader/TWRP package, select it (if it has xxx signed.zip in the file name you need to check the "verify zip signature" option. sbdags usually signs his zips - don't know if he did with this one).
Swipe the button to flash the file.
When it finished, boot back to system. Do not flash a rom at this point! That would cancel the bootloader flash. Boot back into system first, then back into TWRP and then flash the rom.
BTW - flashing the modified Asus stock rom is perfectly fine, but I wonder why you don't flash CROMi-X 5.2.2?
That rom is from the same developer, based on this stock rom and miles improved since sbdags debloated the stock version.
sbdags stock rom is not really supported whereas he puts out a better version of CROMi-X about every 10 days! It's exhausting to keep up! LOL
You'll find it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2425383
You can still flash the BL/TWRP package you downloaded already. It's the same as the one for CROMi-X.
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Thanks, Honestly whatever custom rom I have now can randomly reboot and i think is giving me touch screen issues so was just going to hit up a stock install and see if that fixes any problems.
gonna try out the rom you suggested and i can always go back if necessary.
one thing, when i installed theTWRP the blue bar filled up completely and i left it for about 10 minutes and it was still there. so i powered down and everything booted back up correctly (and i can get into the recovery mode).
does everything sound ok to proceed?
gen1mx6 said:
Thanks, Honestly whatever custom rom I have now can randomly reboot and i think is giving me touch screen issues so was just going to hit up a stock install and see if that fixes any problems.
gonna try out the rom you suggested and i can always go back if necessary.
one thing, when i installed theTWRP the blue bar filled up completely and i left it for about 10 minutes and it was still there. so i powered down and everything booted back up correctly (and i can get into the recovery mode).
does everything sound ok to proceed?
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You have to kick it out when it is completed by using the fastboot command or just using your power button.. So you are good to go...
You have to try out all the rom and kernels that are available then choose the best one that fit your need...Good luck...
LetMeKnow said:
You have to kick it out when it is completed by using the fastboot command or just using your power button.. So you are good to go...
You have to try out all the rom and kernels that are available then choose the best one that fit your need...Good luck...
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thanks for the help, everything is complete and running correctly.

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