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I just picked up a used TF101 and have been reading the threads learning more about my new ( used ) toy.
The tablet just recently updated itself to ICS 4.0.3 with Kernel 2.6.39.4 & 9..2.1.27 and now I would like to root the device and look at the possibility of loading new roms etc.
I have read the forum until my eyes hurt. Is there someone that can point me at the correct thread to root my device safely?
Thanks

jziggy101 said:
I just picked up a used TF101 and have been reading the threads learning more about my new ( used ) toy.
The tablet just recently updated itself to ICS 4.0.3 with Kernel 2.6.39.4 & 9..2.1.27 and now I would like to root the device and look at the possibility of loading new roms etc.
I have read the forum until my eyes hurt. Is there someone that can point me at the correct thread to root my device safely?
Thanks
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To get root & custom recovery, the following methods are reported to be working with the latest Asus ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1689193
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1681155
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1688012
I have personally used the first method about a month ago, no problem with my tf101 and the latest ROM (9.2.1.27)

Aliante said:
To get root & custom recovery, the following methods are reported to be working with the latest Asus ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1689193
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1681155
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1688012
I have personally used the first method about a month ago, no problem with my tf101 and the latest ROM (9.2.1.27)
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I've can also vouch for the first method on TF101G with latest ICS ( [TOOL]PERI-0.4 One click root+recovery/fix-bootloops+soft-bricks ALL Devices V0.4). Just install it on the PC, run the .BAT file and follow the instructions to root and install Custom Recovery on the Transformer.
The only issue I've had is that its custom Recovery won't seem flash the ASUS stock ROM for some reason. So what I do now is use the above tool to get root and Custom Recovery, then use that to flash ClockWorkMod Recovery v6.0.1.4 NoTouch Hybrid from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1855686 - click the Download link and get the cwm-6.0.1.4-notouch-hybrid.zip file (apparently the Touch version is currently broken).
From CWM recovery you should be able to flash any custom ROM and kernel etc., and also return to stock by flashing the ASUS stock ROM from their download site (make sure you select the right one for your model and unzip it first - for some reason they put the zip ROM inside another zip).
If you do return to stock, don't forget you'll also lose root and custom recovery so you'll need to start over.
Good luck!

Detailed Guide of Getting a Stock ICS Infinity unlocked

Hi Guys,
i decided to open this thread, because in my opinion my questions aren't really answered yet. So here is my question:
I have a Stock Infinity with 9.4.5.21 ICS Firmware and i want to get my NVFlash Files and finally install a Custom JB ROM on it.
But i don't really know in which order i have to follow the already postet guides. I think i have to do it as follows:
1. Unlock Bootloader with official ASUS APK
2. Gain Root (f.e. with the one-klick-root-tool)
3. Proceed with Nvflash (to make it Brick-Safe, because it seems that it happens very often)
4. Install Stock JB Firmware from Asus (But how to flash it?)
5. Flash Custom Recovery (f.e. TWRP with GooManager)
6. Flash Custom ROM (f.e. Clean Rom)
7. Be happy to have a non-bricked TF700
Can someone plz help me to verify these steps? I'm sure it will also help others who aren't certain about unlocking, too.

I would do this:
1. Unlock with the official tool and void your warranty, hope that Asus' servers work.
2. Root is not required at all for using fastboot or a custom recovery.
3. Do the NVFlash backups using fastboot and nvflash. Copy the created files from the tablet to your PC before you flash anything else.
4. Install a custom recovery using fastboot.
5. Flash the Asus JB firmware to get the JB bootloader. AFAIK this can be done from the custom recovery.
6. Restore custom recovery using fastboot, it was overwritten by the Asus JB firmware.
7. Flash custom ROM. If you use CleanROM, it's already rooted.

DieAbrissbirne said:
Hi Guys,
i decided to open this thread, because in my opinion my questions aren't really answered yet. So here is my question:
I have a Stock Infinity with 9.4.5.21 ICS Firmware and i want to get my NVFlash Files and finally install a Custom JB ROM on it.
But i don't really know in which order i have to follow the already postet guides. I think i have to do it as follows:
1. Unlock Bootloader with official ASUS APK
2. Gain Root (f.e. with the one-klick-root-tool)
3. Proceed with Nvflash (to make it Brick-Safe, because it seems that it happens very often)
4. Install Stock JB Firmware from Asus (But how to flash it?)
5. Flash Custom Recovery (f.e. TWRP with GooManager)
6. Flash Custom ROM (f.e. Clean Rom)
7. Be happy to have a non-bricked TF700
Can someone plz help me to verify these steps? I'm sure it will also help others who aren't certain about unlocking, too.
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I see issue with your process. After step 4 (install Stock JB firmware from Asus site), after this you no longer have root/recovery, so you can't proceed to step 5 using GooManager. You should follow _that's recommendation, however at step 5, instead of flash the JB firmware, you just use fastboot to flash JB bootloader only, then you don't need his step 6. Go straight to step 7 (use custom recovery to flash custom rom).

Thanks for your help!
So now I think it should work like this:
1. Unlock Bootloader with official ASUS APK
2. Proceed with Nvflash (Afterwards boot into Stock Android to save NvFlash Files before continuing)
3. Install TWRP Recovery
4. Install JB Bootloader with ADB
5. Flash Custom ROM (f.e. Clean Rom)
6. Be Happy, because now it's unbrickable and ervery Custom Rom can be flashed
But i dont't know what I have to type into ADB to flash JB-Bootloader and where to get the Bootloader-Only-File?

DieAbrissbirne said:
Thanks for your help!
So now I think it should work like this:
1. Unlock Bootloader with official ASUS APK
2. Proceed with Nvflash (Afterwards boot into Stock Android to save NvFlash Files before continuing)
3. Install TWRP Recovery
4. Install JB Bootloader with ADB
5. Flash Custom ROM (f.e. Clean Rom)
6. Be Happy, because now it's unbrickable and ervery Custom Rom can be flashed
But i dont't know what I have to type into ADB to flash JB-Bootloader and where to get the Bootloader-Only-File?
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PM me I give you JB bootloader zip file
No ADB, just use TWRP to flash JB bootloader just like you flash a rom.

I finally made it without bricking it
If anyone else have questions, feel free to ask me!
And thank you guys for your help

[Q] Root - CWM - Custom Rom TF300T

Hi guys,
i have a problem, i don't get how to root and install a custom rom on my TF300T
spec:
The device is European
The device is unlocked with the asus software
Asus Transformer Pad TF300T
Android 4.1.1
Build n. JRO03C.WW_epad-10.4.2.20-20121228
if i install a custom rom or root my device i can remove asus app? like tegra,supernote,vibe and stuff?
thank for help !!!!!

tehshishi said:
Hi guys,
i have a problem, i don't get how to root and install a custom rom on my TF300T
spec:
The device is European
The device is unlocked with the asus software
Asus Transformer Pad TF300T
Android 4.1.1
Build n. JRO03C.WW_epad-10.4.2.20-20121228
if i install a custom rom or root my device i can remove asus app? like tegra,supernote,vibe and stuff?
thank for help !!!!!
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Yes you need root access in order to remove asus apps and all the bloat, if you choose to install a custom ROM they already have enabled root and also debloated. First thing you need to do is install a custom recovery, either CWM or TWRP.
hope that helped.
Erik

ricco333 said:
Yes you need root access in order to remove asus apps and all the bloat, if you choose to install a custom ROM they already have enabled root and also debloated. First thing you need to do is install a custom recovery, either CWM or TWRP.
hope that helped.
Erik
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how i can install a CWM?

tehshishi said:
how i can install a CWM?
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Read the sticked posts in the q and a forum. There are many posts which show you how to flash a custom recovery and get root access.
Basically you need to unlock boot loader, use fastboot to flash recovery, then use recovery to flash a root zip

New User with unlocked device looking for help

I recently bought a TF300t second hand and I really need some help! Some years back I was playing around with custom roms on Android devices but im very out of touch.
I would like to install one of the more recent roms on this device. Any suggestion here appreciated.
The device has already been rooted and has TWRP v2.6.3.1 installed. I understand that I need to upgrade this to 2.8. to install the latest roms but im having issues doing that. For a start im unsure how to find out if I have the latest Bootloader 4.2
I really dont want to brick this device!
I tried using ADB to update TWRP but the usb connection never seemed to find my device in the right mode.
The device is currently running Android 4.2.1
Custom ROM CROMi-Xenogenesis 5.4 - 10.6.127.5 WW ODEX.
Any help and advice really appreciated )

tsddave said:
I recently bought a TF300t second hand and I really need some help! Some years back I was playing around with custom roms on Android devices but im very out of touch.
I would like to install one of the more recent roms on this device. Any suggestion here appreciated.
The device has already been rooted and has TWRP v2.6.3.1 installed. I understand that I need to upgrade this to 2.8. to install the latest roms but im having issues doing that. For a start im unsure how to find out if I have the latest Bootloader 4.2
I really dont want to brick this device!
I tried using ADB to update TWRP but the usb connection never seemed to find my device in the right mode.
The device is currently running Android 4.2.1
Custom ROM CROMi-Xenogenesis 5.4 - 10.6.127.5 WW ODEX.
Any help and advice really appreciated )
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Android 4.2.1 is newest official.
10.6..... is bootloader version - newest there is.
flashing recovery and/or ROM will not overwrite bootloader - it stays the same.
You can go to twrp official website and get 2.8.0.1-4.2 blob to flash (unless your target rom states different version needed - see 1st post of yout target thread) - I got it from there - flashed KatKiss using it.
ADB - when android is running.
fastboot - on bootloader screen (booted with voldown+power - RCK / android / wipe data icons) - used to flash twrp blob
Sent from my TF300T using XDA Free mobile app

th3cr0w said:
Android 4.2.1 is newest official.
10.6..... is bootloader version - newest there is.
flashing recovery and/or ROM will not overwrite bootloader - it stays the same.
You can go to twrp official website and get 2.8.0.1-4.2 blob to flash (unless your target rom states different version needed - see 1st post of yout target thread) - I got it from there - flashed KatKiss using it.
ADB - when android is running.
fastboot - on bootloader screen (booted with voldown+power - RCK / android / wipe data icons) - used to flash twrp blob
Sent from my TF300T using XDA Free mobile app
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Ok got it all fixed now. Thanks!

So, not to hijack, but I'm actually in a similar boat. I'm currently rooted and unlocked on 4.1.1 TWRP 2.3.3.0 and am looking to flash the new 5.0 Rom.
Does anyone have a handy guide on what I should do? Do I just need to flash a 4.4 compatible TWRP version, then flash the ROM? Would like to avoid bricking my tablet.

jaydotelloh said:
So, not to hijack, but I'm actually in a similar boat. I'm currently rooted and unlocked on 4.1.1 TWRP 2.3.3.0 and am looking to flash the new 5.0 Rom.
Does anyone have a handy guide on what I should do? Do I just need to flash a 4.4 compatible TWRP version, then flash the ROM? Would like to avoid bricking my tablet.
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Yes here you are ....
Get the SKU from your bootloader screen .....
Then go to the Asus website and get the firmware for your SKU ending in 27.5 ...
Then unpack the zip and there will be another zip unzip it you will find a file called blob ....
Flash this blob from fastboot ...
Thx Josh

Mi4C Flashing From Stock

hei there, i just bought a new mi4c. and it has been a week.
So i want to share my step on installing custom rom right away from stock.
the step is :
1. Install kingiroot
2. Root your phone using kingiroot
3. Install flashify from playstore
4. grant root for flashify and flash twrp custom recovery to mi4c
5. install reboot recovery from playstore and use the app to enter recovery mode
6. Flash custom recovery from your desired ROM. (in my case, i install custom recovery from xiaomi.eu
7. Install your ROM through the custom recovery
Done.
I've already installed Custom Rom 8.2.1.0 miui.eu Everything work well excepet edge tap (edge control).
do i miss something on my flashing step?
or do i need some later ROM as baseband before installing my desired custom ROM?

For anyone following this, if you want to flash a not miui based custom rom you have to unlock the bootloader with the official tool, otherwise you will brick the device.
If you brick the device flash the oldest firmware you can find(I already had this problem before).

I used Kingo to root my Mi4c and it worked well.
Does not work anymore if you run with Android 7.0
Note: my AV detected Kingo Link as trojan...