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I am new to this posting and asking questions. I have a xoom and rooted it and updated it with 3.1 and then I went and updated it with the new rom which came out the other day. I did something studpid and didn't wait for the resolution to the sdcard not being seen after flashing the new deodex rom. I looked on the kernal manager and when I what I thought was the latest kernal I decided to flash it. I now can only get to recovery mode and I don't want to make another mistake. Can someone tell me if I can safely do a wipe data/factory reset? Will that get me back so I can flash the deodex rom back? You dev guys are really awesome and I really appreciate all of your work. Thank you for your support.
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I am new to this posting and asking questions. I have a xoom and rooted it and updated it with 3.1 and then I went and updated it with the new rom which came out the other day. I did something studpid and didn't wait for the resolution to the sdcard not being seen after flashing the new deodex rom. I looked on the kernal manager and when I what I thought was the latest kernal I decided to flash it. I now can only get to recovery mode and I don't want to make another mistake. Can someone tell me if I can safely do a wipe data/factory reset? Will that get me back so I can flash the deodex rom back? You dev guys are really awesome and I really appreciate all of your work. Thank you for your support.
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If you can get to recovery, just re-flash the rom, it includes its own kernel.
Ok I will and let you know if I am successful. Thank you
I tried to use recovery but my xoom won't see the sd card. I have adb running but really am afraid to use it without some help. Don't want to brick my xoom. I have the kernal zip but don't 1.4.4 and thought if I could flash the kernal to my xoom that would maybe fix it. I read somewhere that you shouldn't flash a zip file, so I don't know what to do. any help would be appreciated. Thank you
razor532 said:
I tried to use recovery but my xoom won't see the sd card. I have adb running but really am afraid to use it without some help. Don't want to brick my xoom. I have the kernal zip but don't 1.4.4 and thought if I could flash the kernal to my xoom that would maybe fix it. I read somewhere that you shouldn't flash a zip file, so I don't know what to do. any help would be appreciated. Thank you
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Please don't flash any xip file through adb! Why not go into RomManager app and look for an earlier version of recovery, maybe 3.0.2.5, and flash that. A good recovery should allow you to flash from your sdcard through clockwork mod recovery.
I can't get to the rom manager app. Am I missing something? The OS won't boot up and I only have version 4 of the clockwork recovery. What should I do?
razor532 said:
I can't get to the rom manager app. Am I missing something? The OS won't boot up and I only have version 4 of the clockwork recovery. What should I do?
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There is your problem, you did not read the warnings...DO NOT USE CWM 4.
Grab Recovery Image (solarnz-R4c-100611-1150) FLASHED THROUGH FASTBOOT from this post.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074979
Fastboot flash it, if you don't know how read the post or read my sig. Once you have a working recovery, try my post above.
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There is your problem, you did not read the warnings...DO NOT USE CWM 4.
Grab Recovery Image (solarnz-R4c-100611-1150) FLASHED THROUGH FASTBOOT from this post.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074979
Fastboot flash it, if you don't know how read the post or read my sig. Once you have a working recovery, try my post above.
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Flash the .img file as bwcorvus says, not the .zip.
Take your time.
OK, Thank you very much,,, I will be more careful in the future. I am back up and running the new rom with an older recovery. That taught me a good lesson never to install an earlier version of a kernal and never to try and flash a .zip file from adb. Thank you for the instructions. Is there a book for "adb for dummies"? My name should be in it...
thank you again...
Np, glad you got it working. And guess what? You got to learn something .
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OK, Thank you very much,,, I will be more careful in the future. I am back up and running the new rom with an older recovery. That taught me a good lesson never to install an earlier version of a kernal and never to try and flash a .zip file from adb. Thank you for the instructions. Is there a book for "adb for dummies"? My name should be in it...
thank you again...
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There is actually an ADB tutorial somewhere on this site...seriously, do a search. It had a lot of great information. I like to know what I'm doing...it makes me more nervous to just blindly follow instructions with something like this, but I'm still mostly blind (sigh).
So we were trying to update my friend's Tab 2 to a 4.4.2 ROM. We got CWM 6.0.2.3 installed, and tried a ROM. Well this failed, and appeared to break other stuff as it now boot loops to CWM. Actually I think it's going every other book to CWM. Right now it's saying battery depleated. I've got it plugged intoa charger, hopefully it'll take a charge.
I did later realize we weren't using a new enough version of CWM, but regardless, any ideas how to recover from this? It does not appear to be able to go into download mode. It only goes to CWM. I've tried flashing other ROMs but that doesn't seem to be working either.
So...kinda stuck for the moment.
Thanks!
colema19 said:
So we were trying to update my friend's Tab 2 to a 4.4.2 ROM. We got CWM 6.0.2.3 installed (...)
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We have a winner... the next one who didn't pay any attention - i.e. reading the OP post of the ROM thread.
ClockworkMod Recovery 6.0.x.y is ONLY for flashing CyanogenMod up to 10.1.3.
For flashing OMNI ROM or CyanogenMod 11 (both Android 4.4.2 at the time of writing) you _NEED_ to use TWRP (recommended for OMNI) or PhilzTouch Advanced Recovery or ClockworkMod Swipe Edition (recommended for CM11). See AndroidAndi's file repository to obtain a copy of the correct recovery for your particular model of the Tab 2.
Next thing to do: Download and install ODIN, install the "Samsung USB Drivers" (Google's your buddy), download the .tar.md5 of the recovery you want to flash (see above and make a choice), put the tablet into download mode, flash the recovery.
If that worked flash the custom ROM of choice (+gapps if CM11, +SuperSU if OMNI) through the custom recovery you just installed and be glad you didn't turn the tablet of your friend into a paperweight.
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We have a winner... the next one who didn't pay any attention - i.e. reading the OP post of the ROM thread.
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Speaking of not reading OPs and paying attention...I already said I realized that was the issue, and that I can't seem to get it to go into download mode, so that's likely paperweight land?
colema19 said:
Speaking of not reading OPs and paying attention...I already said I realized that was the issue, and that I can't seem to get it to go into download mode, so that's likely paperweight land?
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If you're down to "can't get it into download mode anymore" (I start to assume the attempt to flash some 4.4.2 ROM through CWM 6.0.x.x may overwrite partitions it's not supposed to overwrite) the only way left to breathe life back into the tablet is to resort to JTAG (UART port connection, CASUAL restoration package, USB Jig to force the tablet into UART mode).
If you search on XDA you will discover tons of threads by AdamOutler dealing with that topic, maybe that's useful to you in any way to figure out if that's an option for you.
Does it stay in CWM once it boots? If so you can copy a TWRP 2.7.0.x zip file to your SD card and install it from there.
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shakatu said:
Does it stay in CWM once it boots? If so you can copy a TWRP 2.7.0.x zip file to your SD card and install it from there.
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I'll keewp looking, but if you have a location I can get a flashable zip that will work for this, that'd be very helpful!
Thanks
Found a flash, flashed TWRP and got CM11 on it and working.
Thanks!
Hey,
Since I saw how Stock Android looks for the first time, I wanted to get my Tablet's UI (Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 32GB WiFi) to look as nice as the stock Android one. I have already installed the Google Experience Launcher and it's in my opinion just so much better than the Samsung TouchWiz one. But I'd like to go one step further: installing a Stock Android or Custom ROM. Sadly, I don't have any experience with custom ROMs nor with the custom recovery stuff.
From what I heard, a custom ROM would have more features and would be more customizable than the stock Android, so I would prefer a custom ROM - but which? I don't have any experience with any of them and I don't really know much about the risks as the galaxy tab isn't a device that is officially supported by any of the custom roms. I would like to know what you would recommend to me.
~Stefan (Sorry for my bad english)
Stefan Baumann said:
Hey,
Since I saw how Stock Android looks for the first time, I wanted to get my Tablet's UI (Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 32GB WiFi) to look as nice as the stock Android one. I have already installed the Google Experience Launcher and it's in my opinion just so much better than the Samsung TouchWiz one. But I'd like to go one step further: installing a Stock Android or Custom ROM. Sadly, I don't have any experience with custom ROMs nor with the custom recovery stuff.
From what I heard, a custom ROM would have more features and would be more customizable than the stock Android, so I would prefer a custom ROM - but which? I don't have any experience with any of them and I don't really know much about the risks as the galaxy tab isn't a device that is officially supported by any of the custom roms. I would like to know what you would recommend to me.
~Stefan (Sorry for my bad english)
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If you look in the development section for your tablet, there are lots of KitKat Roms available. If you want close to stock with not too many additional features, I recommend SlimKat. If you want something with more features and customization, but still has the stock android look and feel, I would go for CyanogenMod11 or OmniRom.
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I don't care that much about getting a pure stock Android experience than just about getting rid of TouchWiz. I have looked through the Roms available and from what I read and saw, I liked OmniRom and CM the most. Could you please tell me, what the differences between these are?
Stefan Baumann said:
I don't care that much about getting a pure stock Android experience than just about getting rid of TouchWiz. I have looked through the Roms available and from what I read and saw, I liked OmniRom and CM the most. Could you please tell me, what the differences between these are?
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I have a 7 inch, not 10 inch but the features should be the same. I am currently running Omni Homemade Unofficial (it has multi window.) CM has its theming engine and omni does not. Omni has multi window, OmniSwitch and other stuff I can't remember off the top of my head. Both have heads up I believe. The features should be listed in the ROM thread. I'd tell ya now, but it's kinda hard to on my phone.
jrc2
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So, just to be sure that I'm going to do everything the right way:
1. Download TWRP from here and flash it to the recorvery
2. Download CyanogenMod from here and flash it using TWRP
Did I get it all right? And I've got some more questions: Where can I get the right version of Odin? Do I have to flash a firmware?
Stefan Baumann said:
So, just to be sure that I'm going to do everything the right way:
1. Download TWRP from here and flash it to the recorvery
2. Download CyanogenMod from here and flash it using TWRP
Did I get it all right? And I've got some more questions: Where can I get the right version of Odin? Do I have to flash a firmware?
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I haven't used odin in a while, but there us a download of Odin at samfirmware.com. Just search for your tab and click any firmware for it. Don't download the firmware, but in the instructions for how to flash there is an Odin download. Download TWRP 2.6.3.3 from the link and flash it in Odin as PDA. That one and 2.7.*.* supports KK, but if you will be using adb in windows while in recovery, you will need 2.6.3.3. Before flashing CM, go into backup and chech every backup option and click start. This may take awhile. Then (assuming you already have CM and Gapps on your tab) go into wipe > advanced wipe and check system, data, cache, and dalvik cache. Now you can flash your ROM and gapps. After that flashes click wipe cache and dalvik and reboot.
jrc2
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jrc2 said:
I haven't used odin in a while, but there us a download of Odin at . Just search for your tab and click any firmware for it. Don't download the firmware, but in the instructions for how to flash there is an Odin download. Download TWRP 2.6.3.3 from the link and flash it in Odin as PDA. That one and 2.7.*.* supports KK, but if you will be using adb in windows while in recovery, you will need 2.6.3.3. Before flashing CM, go into backup and chech every backup option and click start. This may take awhile. Then (assuming you already have CM and Gapps on your tab) go into wipe > advanced wipe and check system, data, cache, and dalvik cache. Now you can flash your ROM and gapps. After that flashes click wipe cache and dalvik and reboot.
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Why would I need to use ADB while in recovery mode? And I dont habe CM and the GApps installed/flashed, so what do you mean with "assuming you already have [...] installed"?
Stefan Baumann said:
Why would I need to use ADB while in recovery mode? And I dont habe CM and the GApps installed/flashed, so what do you mean with "assuming you already have [...] installed"?
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Not cm and gapps installed. Cm and Gapps zip file on your tab to flash. And in case something goes wrong in recovery (wiped internal SD) adb can save you there. There is nothing wrong with twrp 2.6.3.3.
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jrc2 said:
Not cm and gapps installed. Cm and Gapps zip file on your tab to flash. And in case something goes wrong in recovery (wiped internal SD) adb can save you there. There is nothing wrong with twrp 2.6.3.3.
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Ok, thank you very much for your help. I'm going to have a look at a few tutorials and then try it tomorrow.
Hey,
I've now flashed the TWRP 2.7.1.1 (the 2.6.3.3 version was not available, at least I wasn't able to find it) with Odin from the link provided for my tab on samsfirmware. Then, I downloaded CM and the GApps and put them onto the internal storage. But when I wanted to boot into recovery mode, I didn't get the TWRP screen. I attached a screenshot of the screen to this post. Do you know what could've went wrong?
Stefan Baumann said:
Hey,
I've now flashed the TWRP 2.7.1.1 (the 2.6.3.3 version was not available, at least I wasn't able to find it) with Odin from the link provided for my tab on samsfirmware. Then, I downloaded CM and the GApps and put them onto the internal storage. But when I wanted to boot into recovery mode, I didn't get the TWRP screen. I attached a screenshot of the screen to this post. Do you know what could've went wrong?
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Looks like you have stock recovery going. Try to reroot your system, odin in your TWRP 2.7.1 .tar file and then try again with your .zips. I always put files on external sd and flash from there just in case something is funky internally
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Looks like you have stock recovery going. Try to reroot your system, odin in your TWRP 2.7.1 .tar file and then try again with your .zips. I always put files on external sd and flash from there just in case something is funky internally
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What do you mean with rerooting my system?
Stefan Baumann said:
What do you mean with rerooting my system?
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in short,you are not ROOTED!!!!!!!
derrick1976 said:
in short,you are not ROOTED!!!!!!!
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Yes, I know that but why should my tab even be rooted?
Stefan Baumann said:
Yes, I know that but why should my tab even be rooted?
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You need to root and install custom recovery (latest PhilZ or TWRP) in order to flash custom ROMs.
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jrc2 said:
You need to root and install custom recovery (latest PhilZ or TWRP) in order to flash custom ROMs.
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How do I root my tab?
Stefan Baumann said:
How do I root my tab?
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Do you use windows, linux, or Mac?
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jrc2 said:
Do you use windows, linux, or Mac?
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I use Windows but could also use a Linux pc if that would be neceserry.
Stefan Baumann said:
I use Windows but could also use a Linux pc if that would be neceserry.
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Prerequisites: Tablet running stock JB or higher
SuperSU zip file on tablet (this will root your tablet. Download from http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu )
Odin 1.87 on computer (the title will say GT-N7000 but this doesn't matter. Download from http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1068597&d=1337343150 and extract to an Odin folder)
Drivers on computer
In Windows you will need to use Odin 1.87. Make sure you run the Odin exe as admin. Use that to flash the TWRP or PhilZ tar.md5 file. @Android-Andi has a recovery thread in the dev section. Download the file from there. Use the PDA option in Odin to flash it. Make sure that the only box checked is PDA. Do not check any other boxes. When it says PASS, flashing is finished. Wait 10 seconds and unplug your tablet. Boot into recovery by holding in power and volume up (volume up on the 10 inch is the volume button farthest from power and is frequently confused for volume down since they are reversed) and flash the SuperSU zip file. You are now rooted. If this doesn't work or Odin doesn't recognize tour tablet, I can give you Linux instructions.
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jrc2 said:
Prerequisites: Tablet running stock JB or higher
SuperSU zip file on tablet (this will root your tablet. Download from http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu )
Odin 1.87 on computer (the title will say GT-N7000 but this doesn't matter. Download from http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1068597&d=1337343150 and extract to an Odin folder)
Drivers on computer
In Windows you will need to use Odin 1.87. Make sure you run the Odin exe as admin. Use that to flash the TWRP or PhilZ tar.md5 file. @Android-Andi has a recovery thread in the dev section. Download the file from there. Use the PDA option in Odin to flash it. Make sure that the only box checked is PDA. Do not check any other boxes. When it says PASS, flashing is finished. Wait 10 seconds and unplug your tablet. Boot into recovery by holding in power and volume up (volume up on the 10 inch is the volume button farthest from power and is frequently confused for volume down since they are reversed) and flash the SuperSU zip file. You are now rooted. If this doesn't work or Odin doesn't recognize tour tablet, I can give you Linux instructions.
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Thank you very much for your instructions. Problem is, I only have a Samsung 4.2.2 Rom, not a Stock Rom.
Q&A for [RECOVERY][TF101][TF101G][SL101] TWRP 2.8.1.1 Unofficial [2014-11-06]
Some developers prefer that questions remain separate from their main development thread to help keep things organized. Placing your question within this thread will increase its chances of being answered by a member of the community or by the developer.
Before posting, please use the forum search and read through the discussion thread for [RECOVERY][TF101][TF101G][SL101] TWRP 2.8.1.1 Unofficial [2014-11-06]. If you can't find an answer, post it here, being sure to give as much information as possible (firmware version, steps to reproduce, logcat if available) so that you can get help.
Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!
Update from TWRP 2.3 to 2.8
The easiest way please. I could not find this info on the web.
Thanks
Arenamar
Arenamar said:
The easiest way please. I could not find this info on the web.
Thanks
Arenamar
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Just download the appropriate zip and flash from twrp, reboot to Android, then reboot to twrp.
sidneyk said:
Just download the appropriate zip and flash from twrp, reboot to Android, then reboot to twrp.
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Thanks, very easy. Goo manager or flashily no good. This worked great.
problems flashing TWRP 2.8.1
Hi. I have 2.3.2.3 version (the last version flashable using the app "TWRP manager") of TWRP recovery and I have to update to the version above to install Lollipop into my asus tf101. How can I flash this version 2.8.1.1 to my tablet? simply flashing it as .rar file with the recovery I still have (as a ROM)?
thank you!
tot92 said:
simply flashing it as .rar file with the recovery I still have
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I don't know where you downloaded the recovery. It is a .zip not a .rar.
And while reading the op you will notice the word flashable.
Just download the .zip to your device and flash it with your current recovery
Download flashable TWRP 2.8.1.1 zip for TF101:
signed_twrp-2.8.1.1_tf101.zip
TWRP 2.8.1.1 MD5 sum for TF101:
signed_twrp-2.8.1.1_tf101.zip.md5
Installation
Hello all,
Is it me or there is no guide on how to flash this? I'm running stock recovery and Android 4.0.3 and I'm root. There is no flash option on stock recovery.
Can anyone help?
Thanks in advance!
TedManowar said:
Is it me or there is no guide on how to flash this?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=57218372
I can't seem to get this recovery working. I'm flashing it from TWRP 2.3.2.3 on a tf101g but, although the it reports a successful flash and I observe the blue-green bar on the next boot, if I try to boot into the new recovery, it just hangs. I do see an error regarding being unable to mount /staging immediately after the flash mind. Given that this is where the blob is flashed to, is that indicative of problems and can anyone suggest how I might resolve them?
If not, I wondered what the *oldest* twrp it's possible to flash the latest KatKiss from is and where I might find it?
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I can't seem to get this recovery working. I'm flashing it from TWRP 2.3.2.3 on a tf101g but, although the it reports a successful flash and I observe the blue-green bar on the next boot, if I try to boot into the new recovery, it just hangs. I do see an error regarding being unable to mount /staging immediately after the flash mind. Given that this is where the blob is flashed to, is that indicative of problems and can anyone suggest how I might resolve them?
If not, I wondered what the *oldest* twrp it's possible to flash the latest KatKiss from is and where I might find it?
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Are you flashing a version built for tf101g? The main one is for tf101.
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sidneyk said:
Are you flashing a version built for tf101g? The main one is for tf101.
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Yes, I'm using signed_twrp-2.8.1.1_tf101g.zip from the first post on the main thread.
snbutler said:
Yes, I'm using signed_twrp-2.8.1.1_tf101g.zip from the first post on the main thread.
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Did you also download the corresponding MD5 file to the same directory to verify you have a good download? A corrupt file might still flash but won't work necessarily. It should be recognizing your tf101g as such unless I missed something.
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sidneyk said:
Did you also download the corresponding MD5 file to the same directory to verify you have a good download? A corrupt file might still flash but won't work necessarily. It should be recognizing your tf101g as such unless I missed something.
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Hmmm. Interesting. I had downloaded the md5 file and had checked that it matched manually by running md5sum on the zip file and comparing the result to the contents of the md5 file. However, if I force md5 verification in twrp, it says that the two don't match and aborts the procedure. Redownloading provides me with the same version of the file each time, as checked with diff.
Another thought: could the blob itself be corrupted? Would you be able to supply an md5sum for the blob for to me compare against? Thanks!
snbutler said:
Another thought: could the blob itself be corrupted? Would you be able to supply an md5sum for the blob for to me compare against? Thanks!
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The MD5 supplied is for the zipped package, before it left my machine. If you, move both files to ext sdcard, or wherever you intend to flash from, and double check that md5sum matches the MD5 inside the MD5 file, after they are both in final flash from directory. I could extract the package and do an md5sum on just the blob, but if it's corrupted that won't really help you. You could also extract the blob to internal /sdcard directory and flash with adb shell per the rescue instructions from the first post of the thread.
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I'm boot looping after merely doing a nandroid. How does that even happen? wiping cache/dalvik cache did nothing and restoring that backup or the last did nothing. I guess I'll try reflashing katkis 5.1 again. Kind of a pain.
Boot Loops With TWRP 2.8.1
Hi,
I have just installed TWRP 2.8.1 and with in flashed KatKiss 5.1.1 ROM on my TF101.
After I finished flashing everything and rebooted the device, I am stuck in a Boot Loop. Tried Cold Reset but it didn't work.
I did get the green progress bar at start up, but keep returning to the eee pad splash screen. cant boot to android.
Any advise?
Install TWRP recovery
Hi,
I downloaded "signed_twrp-2.8.1.1_tf101.zip", but I don't understand how to install it.
When I use TWRP manager, I get a list of TWRP version up to 2.3 only.
When I try to use adb & fastboot command tools, it seems I cannot enable fastboot on the TF101 : Running "adb reboot bootloader" actually restarts the device in the normal mode.
Can you please help me with this? How can I install TWPR 2.8?
Thanks!
how to install twrp in TF101G
Hi I have i TF101G but doesn't work 3G, the sim card is not dectected. Any Help?
I have root and Cmw recovery? How I install TWRP recovery? I need a guide, help me!
To those guys who were having issues getting twrp 2.8.1 on their tf101, I was having same problem. Here is how I got it to work.
1. Download all the 5.1 Roms, Gapps, SuperSu onto your SD Card
2.Download the tf101 TWRP 2.8.1 onto your SD Card.
3. Use Easy Flasher Unbrick/Flash Stock and Boot into Android. Shut down.
4. Use Easy Flasher to load the older version of TWRP that works.
5. Boot into Android, shutdown at the start screen again.
6. Boot into Recovery, and flash the latest TWRP 2.8.1
7. Make sure your tablet is disconnected from USB, and reboot into Android, it should say optimizing App 1 of 1.
8. After you're in the start screen, reboot again into recovery. It should now be 2.8.1.
9. Install the 5.1 Rom off your SD.
I've tried ROM Manager via Play Store but ROM Manager doesn't list Samsung Galaxy S6 as one of compatible devices. Only S3 is listed. I've already tried Googling it but can't find anything. I'd really appreciate any help.
Clockworkmod & ROM Manager is really outdated and should'nt be used.
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Clockworkmod & ROM Manager is really outdated and should'nt be used.
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I see. It looks like TWRP is the other option. But CWM is one of the requirements for this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3180960
Thoughts?
E: Looks like TWRP will do. Where should I look for installation guides?
I tried using TWRP Manager from Play Store but that didn't work. The app is just stuck on the start screen. I guess I really need to use ADB for this.
RelQM said:
I see. It looks like TWRP is the other option. But CWM is one of the requirements for this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/xposed/unofficial-xposed-samsung-lollipop-t3180960
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CWM was written in that thread because was the standar recovery for almost every phone, but TWRP on S6 is a must because the only CWM based (Philz by arter) for S6 is too out dated.
For get TWRP just download the latest from the TWRP official website for S6 and flash through Odin, then you're done.
CWM was written in that thread because was the standar recovery for almost every phone, but TWRP on S6 is a must because the only CWM based (Philz by arter) for S6 is too out dated.
For get TWRP just download the latest from the TWRP official website for S6 and flash through Odin, then you're done.
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Thanks a lot! I wouldn't have known that without reading through the entire thread. I really appreciate it.
TENN3R said:
CWM was written in that thread because was the standar recovery for almost every phone, but TWRP on S6 is a must because the only CWM based (Philz by arter) for S6 is too out dated.
For get TWRP just download the latest from the TWRP official website for S6 and flash through Odin, then you're done.
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Sorry to bother you again. But there are two files with the same version on that page. One is "twrp-3.0.2-1-zeroflte.img.tar" and the other is "twrp-3.0.2-1-zeroflte.img." What does .tar mean and what difference does it make? I honestly have no clue which one to use and what to do with them.
E: After a couple of Google results, it looks like .tar is some kind of archive. Although I still don't know how to use it.
OK so apparently, I need the .tar file because that's what ODIN uses. But I would still be happy to know what the other file is used for. I'll post results for anyone who may have the same questions.
Just flashed TWRP using ODIN. Everything looks fine. Also created NANDroid backup. TWRP up and running! Thanks for the help, @TENN3R.
RelQM said:
Sorry to bother you again. But there are two files with the same version on that page. One is "twrp-3.0.2-1-zeroflte.img.tar" and the other is "twrp-3.0.2-1-zeroflte.img." What does .tar mean and what difference does it make? I honestly have no clue which one to use and what to do with them.
E: After a couple of Google results, it looks like .tar is some kind of archive. Although I still don't know how to use it.
OK so apparently, I need the .tar file because that's what ODIN uses. But I would still be happy to know what the other file is used for. I'll post results for anyone who may have the same questions.
Just flashed TWRP using ODIN. Everything looks fine. Also created NANDroid backup. TWRP up and running! Thanks for the help, @TENN3R.
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Perfect, yes Odin format is .tar, but if you want just to update your TWRP you can download the .img (new version from site) and flash directly from TWRP :good:
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Perfect, yes Odin format is .tar, but if you want just to update your TWRP you can download the .img (new version from site) and flash directly from TWRP :good:
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Thanks again! You're the best!