I had a TF300T that I was unhappy with due to lagging/performance issues. I got a TF700T only to find similar issues which are now driving me to look into a custom ROM. It appears that a ROM by sbdags is the way to go but I have no idea which one. Can anybody give me a general overview of what the differences are between:
CROMi-X
CROMi-Xenogenesis
CROMBi-kk
I'm looking for something that is fast, stable and easy to update/maintain.
Thanks...Scott
zabolots said:
I had a TF300T that I was unhappy with due to lagging/performance issues. I got a TF700T only to find similar issues which are now driving me to look into a custom ROM. It appears that a ROM by sbdags is the way to go but I have no idea which one. Can anybody give me a general overview of what the differences are between:
CROMi-X
CROMi-Xenogenesis
CROMBi-kk
I'm looking for something that is fast, stable and easy to update/maintain.
Thanks...Scott
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CROMi-X is the same thing as CROMi-Xenogenesis. I recommend you start with this one as it is rock stable and fast. It uses the latest official Asus stock firmware as its base - JB 4.2.1. Grab CROMi-X 5.4 :good:
CROMBi-kk is our new experimental cyanogen based rom. If you like bugs and random things - flash this!
Yep CROMI-X is the answer to your need. Read carefully the first posts of its thread to understand how to install the rom and its prerequisites (very important) and then your slow-and-laggy stock rom will be forgotten and you will have a fast tab.
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I've been reading up on the process and it appears that I need to downgrade from .10 to .8 in order for motochopper to root the device so that I can install TWRP. Is this correct or is there another way to install TWRP on an unlocked but not rooted device?
If I do need to downgrade, is it as simple as downloading the image from the Asus site, extracting the ZIP to /sdcard and rebooting or do I need to boot in some special way to tell the device to flash the downloaded image that I saved at /sdcard?
Thanks...Scott
zabolots said:
I've been reading up on the process and it appears that I need to downgrade from .10 to .8 in order for motochopper to root the device so that I can install TWRP. Is this correct or is there another way to install TWRP on an unlocked but not rooted device?
If I do need to downgrade, is it as simple as downloading the image from the Asus site, extracting the ZIP to /sdcard and rebooting or do I need to boot in some special way to tell the device to flash the downloaded image that I saved at /sdcard?
Thanks...Scott
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No you don't need to downgrade as you don't need root
You can't install TWRP without unlocking.
So
1. Unlock
2, Install TWRP
3. Flash ROM
4. Enjoy a rooted fast device.
More reading. @berndblb has written a great guide
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No you don't need to downgrade as you don't need root
You can't install TWRP without unlocking.
So
1. Unlock
2, Install TWRP
3. Flash ROM
4. Enjoy a rooted fast device.
More reading. @berndblb has written a great guide
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Uhhh - I'm so tickled :blush:
@zabalots The guide is here: http://www.transformerforums.com/fo...ginners-guide-flashing-custom-rom-tf700t.html
PM me if you have questions
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Uhhh - I'm so tickled :blush:
@zabalots The guide is here: http://www.transformerforums.com/fo...ginners-guide-flashing-custom-rom-tf700t.html
PM me if you have questions
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Any chance you can put that guide on XDA?
sbdags said:
Any chance you can put that guide on XDA?
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But, but.... XDA is for Xperts, I thought!
Do I dare???? LOL
Well, if YOU think it's worthy to share the same server space with your fabulous work I'll paste it right over! :silly:
Tomorrow - getting late here
PS: I'm having a lot of fun with CROMBi-KK, but man: CROMi-X on the TF701? Now THAT is sweet!
I managed to get CROMi-X installed but was surprised that all my apps and data were present after I rebooted. I assumed I'd be starting with a completely clean system. I did select the wipe cache options when flashing. Is there a way to reset the system to be a completely clean system with only the apps/data installed by the CROMi-X installer? Normally I'd do a "Wipe System" but from what I've read you're not supposed to do that with non-stock ROM's.
Thanks...Scott
zabolots said:
I managed to get CROMi-X installed but was surprised that all my apps and data were present after I rebooted. I assumed I'd be starting with a completely clean system. I did select the wipe cache options when flashing. Is there a way to reset the system to be a completely clean system with only the apps/data installed by the CROMi-X installer? Normally I'd do a "Wipe System" but from what I've read you're not supposed to do that with non-stock ROM's.
Thanks...Scott
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Congrats!
With a custom recovery installed you do not want to wipe from 'Backup & Restore' in Settings or do 'Wipe Data" from the bootloader menu - you use the recovery to do it.
Enter TWRP, choose 'Wipe' and swipe the button. This will wipe all your apps but not your /data/media/ folder where your personal stuff is stored. TWRP calls this a factory wipe and it is a good idea to do when you switch roms (also called a "clean install").
If you want to erase everything on your data partition you would go to 'Advanced' and perform a Format Data. You may have to re-flash the rom after formatting data - anything installed to /data during the flash would be gone too.
Dirty flash: Flashing a rom with only wiping cache and Dalvik. Ok to do for flashing the latest and greatest update to your rom
Clean Install: Using the Factory Wipe in TWRP before flashing a new rom or major upgrade. Also helpful to do every once in a while to clear out the cobwebs. I do it about every 10 flashes
Format Data: The nuclear option and rarely used unless you have corrupted data or problems noobody knows how to fix
Familiarize yourself with the Backup/Restore function in TWRP and get Titanium Backup Pro. Makes the above a breeze
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Any chance you can put that guide on XDA?
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Done
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2688891
Although I managed to get everything working, the one thing I didn't understand about the installation instructions for this was that you first needed to install TWRP and then run Scott's installation batch file which seems to overwrite that TWRP with another recovery.blob. What's the point of installing two recovery images?
zabolots said:
Although I managed to get everything working, the one thing I didn't understand about the installation instructions for this was that you first needed to install TWRP and then run Scott's installation batch file which seems to overwrite that TWRP with another recovery.blob. What's the point of installing two recovery images?
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Mhhhh - could you point me to where it says that?
Because you're right: That would not make sense [emoji12]
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berndblb said:
Mhhhh - could you point me to where it says that?
Because you're right: That would not make sense [emoji12]
Sent from my K00C using Tapatalk
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Sheesh Quality Control these days......
berndblb said:
Mhhhh - could you point me to where it says that?
Because you're right: That would not make sense [emoji12]
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Right here in the main thread at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2425383
UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS
Start by choosing the scenario below which reflects how your tablet is currently configured.
Scenario One
Factory Stock Android Operating System & Bootloader (Asus 10.6.1.x)
Steps
1. If you haven’t yet, unlock and root your TF700 by following these instructions.
2. Install the latest version of Team Win Recovery Project (TWRP) - TWRP XDA Thread
Download and install the Scott's TF700T Recovery Install Tool. Once downloaded, extract the files on your Windows PC, connect your tablet to the computer and run the Recovery Install Tool.bat file.
3. Skip Scenario Two and Jump to the Installing CROMi-X section.
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Unelss it is trying to say "In order to install TWRP, run Scott's TF700T Recovery Install Tool"
but that's not how I read it since there is a link to "TWRP XDA Thread" where it says to install TWRP.
Like I said, I got it figured out but the way the instructions are written/formatted it was confusing to me as a first time tablet flasher (that sounds weird :laugh: )
zabolots said:
Right here in the main thread at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2425383
Unelss it is trying to say "In order to install TWRP, run Scott's TF700T Recovery Install Tool"
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It is and that's how I read it. That was a common problem with my ex: I said one thing, she heard something entirely different....[emoji89]
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So yeah I'm asking how to do it..
I have read the thread created by joelalmeidaptg but I find it unclear for me...
I am unlocked and have CWM installed...
WIIstpM said:
So yeah I'm asking how to do it..
I have read the thread created by joelalmeidaptg but I find it unclear for me...
I am unlocked and have CWM installed...
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Just a thought but if you can't follow the step by step directions already posted.wait.don't mess with it.
Sent from magical jelly bean.
kaos420 said:
Just a thought but if you can't follow the step by step directions already posted.wait.don't mess with it.
Sent from magical jelly bean.
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Alright... If only someone could provide a clearer (more straightforward) step by step..
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Totaly agree.... someone should make a more noob proof topic, with links to the required stuff you need. The topic that exists is comparable to this ( no offense author ) : " How to draw a horse? Step 1) you take a piece of paper and a pen.... Step 2) You draw the ****ing horse.
I used that guide and I used method 2 the fast boot way, just take it step by step, start by downloading the fastboot link then get the update from Asus and extract it twice and move the blob file to the fastboot folder the just follow the steps mate
I think the guide by joel is excellent. It is really easy to follow - which bits don't you understand? Ask here and we'll try to aid you.
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I think the guide by joel is excellent. It is really easy to follow - which bits don't you understand? Ask here and we'll try to aid you.
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Well first of all im using CWM recovery.. what do i do ? because that guide is for people that have TWRP recovery
PaulSas said:
Well first of all im using CWM recovery.. what do i do ? because that guide is for people that have TWRP recovery
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ive had problems with cwm in the past so i would suggest using twrp in that thread
Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF300T using Tapatalk HD
I agree with Rob. Come to think of it, I haven't read one time where someone was using CWM on the new bootloader. I'm almost positive that it isn't even compatible.
Sent from my LG-LG855 using Xparent SkyBlue Tapatalk 2
It says in the thread to use TWRP and then it walks you through the process.
First using method 3
"Method 3: Update using TWRP recovery
Notes:
You must have TWRP installed
You need to put the update file on an SD card
This was the method I used since I wanted to prevent any bugs due to old data and to ensure the new partitions from 4.2 would be OK
You will keep your data as long as you don't wipe Data and Factory reset (including internal memory)...... etc"
And then below that :
-- Installing TWRP (Recovery) --
Since this new update brings a new bootloader, older recovery versions from 4.1 won't work at all. Don't try to flash one!
This guide will give you a patched recovery that works (almost) fine on the new bootloader. And yes, it can read/write to an external SD just fine. Follow this steps to install the new recovery on your device:
Connect the tablet to the computer
Reboot the tablet using the proper button on the power menu, holding Volume down until you see three icons (RCK, Android and Wipe Data)
Download this file and unpack it (it contains fastboot and a patched version of TWRP 2.4.4.0)
Open a command line on the extracted folder (you can use the instructions I wrote in Method 2 if you don't know how to do this) and type
Code:
fastboot -i 0x0b05 flash recovery twrp.blob
Wait for the script to complete. Once it is done, reboot the tablet by holding volume down and power button for 10 seconds or using
Code:
fastboot reboot
on the command line. Don't enter recovery directly!
You have now the new recovery for Android 4.2 .
So if you want to flash TWRP follow the instructions and then use method 3 to update and then reflash TWRP again
robgee789 said:
I used that guide and I used method 2 the fast boot way, just take it step by step, start by downloading the fastboot link then get the update from Asus and extract it twice and move the blob file to the fastboot folder the just follow the steps mate
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The link I found does not allow me to download the file from asus website.. it doesn't give me a drop down for OS before I see any download for the Stockrom..
dilfatx said:
The link I found does not allow me to download the file from asus website.. it doesn't give me a drop down for OS before I see any download for the Stockrom..
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Yeah just go back and reselect support, downloads and type in your device and do it again that way.
My tablet will boot fine into twrp recovery v2.6.0.0 but it fails every time i try to flash a .zip file to install a new rom. This has rendered my tablet unusable. Any suggestions or remedies?
EDIT: when trying to install custom rom twrp hangs on updating partition details then fails
More details please:
which bootloader version do you have?
Which rom did you come from?
What did you wipe, when and how?
What are you trying to flash and how?
The more details you can provide the better your chance to get help.
Grab a logcat of the boot process and post it.
Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using Tapatalk HD
There is NVFlash that might be able to help you get a working ROM, it should be in the Developement Forum.
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There is NVFlash that might be able to help you get a working ROM, it should be in the Developement Forum.
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NVflash is out of reach since the .26 firmware
Sent from my DROID4 using Tapatalk 2
More details please:
which bootloader version do you have? 10.6.1.14.4-20130329
Which rom did you come from? Cromi 4.6.x
What did you wipe, when and how? I followed the instructions as stated, wiping data, cache and dalvik
What are you trying to flash and how? Trying to flash latest version of Cromi with twrp by selecting install then choosing the relevant .zip
The more details you can provide the better your chance to get help.
Grab a logcat of the boot process and post it. not sure how to do this, help please?
LukeJackson1993 said:
More details please:
which bootloader version do you have? 10.6.1.14.4-20130329
Which rom did you come from? Cromi 4.6.x
What did you wipe, when and how? I followed the instructions as stated, wiping data, cache and dalvik
What are you trying to flash and how? Trying to flash latest version of Cromi with twrp by selecting install then choosing the relevant .zip
The more details you can provide the better your chance to get help.
Grab a logcat of the boot process and post it. not sure how to do this, help please?
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You can try these out to see if it helps solving your problem.
1. Move all your personal data to your External SD if you want to save them.
2. In TWRP, select "Wipe" and use "Format" instead of "Wipe" data and Caches.
3. After the Format is completed, go to Install and select the custome rom to install.
4. When the installation is completed, just reboot your device to see if it works.
Hope that will work out for you, good luck.
LukeJackson1993 said:
More details please:
which bootloader version do you have? 10.6.1.14.4-20130329
Which rom did you come from? Cromi 4.6.x
What did you wipe, when and how? I followed the instructions as stated, wiping data, cache and dalvik
What are you trying to flash and how? Trying to flash latest version of Cromi with twrp by selecting install then choosing the relevant .zip
The more details you can provide the better your chance to get help.
Grab a logcat of the boot process and post it. not sure how to do this, help please?
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I wonder what option you select or have checked on the install page of TWRP??
If you downloaded CROM-X 4.7_signed, you should have "check zip signature" selected before you flash.
Do you have "check MD5 sum" selected?
To grab a logcat you will have some reading to do. But it's worth it! Consider learning how to use ADB and Fastboot from your PC. It can be a great diagnostic tool if things go south....
First you need to get ADB working, meaning installing the relevant drivers and the Android SDK platform tools on your PC.
There are tutorials on using ADB on this forum and all over the web and it's late here - have to get a few zzzzzs
But if you have a working recovery I don't see why you wouldn't be able to flash CROMi-X 4.7. Maybe a bad download? Everything else checks out....
Sent from my ASUS Transformer Pad TF700T using Tapatalk HD
berndblb said:
NVflash is out of reach since the .26 firmware
Sent from my DROID4 using Tapatalk 2
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+1
It's fixed
After trying 95% of the suggestions above, some I couldn't do due to lack of knowledge, I have got it working.
Thank you for the help, much appreciated!
Hi,
I'm no expert in flashing tablets but I have done a few phones in the past, but I'm stuck with a problem trying to get the firmware file (10.6.1.1.10) upgraded to my Jellybean 4.2.1 install, so that I can eventually get CROMI-X on my tablet. I had '10' on my TF700 via OTA and downgraded to '8' to get root (as per the CROMI-X instructions but I can't get '10' to load via TWRP, I just get "refresh failed. Please try again" I've tried shortening the filename-loading from SD card and Internal storage-redownloading the file but nothing changes. I did notice that when I boot into TWRP, it will say 'Updating partition tables' even before I attempt to flash the update and it will appear to be stuck at this point after checking the .md5 file.
Can anyone offer any suggestions or anything I can try without bricking the thing?
Argenti12 said:
Hi,
I'm no expert in flashing tablets but I have done a few phones in the past, but I'm stuck with a problem trying to get the firmware file (10.6.1.1.10) upgraded to my Jellybean 4.2.1 install, so that I can eventually get CROMI-X on my tablet. I had '10' on my TF700 via OTA and downgraded to '8' to get root (as per the CROMI-X instructions but I can't get '10' to load via TWRP
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Any 10.6.1.14.x bootloader is compatible with CROMI-X 5.x, so you don't need to upgrade to .10.
_that said:
Any 10.6.1.14.x bootloader is compatible with CROMI-X 5.x, so you don't need to upgrade to .10.
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So you think I can just go ahead and install CROMI-X now? For future reference, is the 'Updating partition details' in TWRP normal? I don't remember seeing this when I first installed.
Thanks for the help.
Argenti12 said:
So you think I can just go ahead and install CROMI-X now?
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To be 100% sure, check in the bootloader menu (before you select RCK) that your bootloader build version is 10.6.1.14.x, with x either 4, 8, or 10.
Argenti12 said:
For future reference, is the 'Updating partition details' in TWRP normal?
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Yes.
_that said:
To be 100% sure, check in the bootloader menu (before you select RCK) that your bootloader build version is 10.6.1.14.x, with x either 4, 8, or 10.
Yes, its '8'.
Yes.
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I was going to just try and install Cromi but now TWRP doesnt see the downloaded .zip!
This is becoming a headache.
Argenti12 said:
I was going to just try and install Cromi but now TWRP doesnt see the downloaded .zip!
This is becoming a headache.
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Did you browse to the right folder that has the cromi zip file? In TWRP, you can select the internal sd or external sd. Make sure that you have selected the right sd card...
LetMeKnow said:
Did you browse to the right folder that has the cromi zip file? In TWRP, you can select the internal sd or external sd. Make sure that you have selected the right sd card...
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Okay, I redownloaded the ROM file and copied it to the SD...plugged it back in the tablet and booted into TWRP, ....now I see both! oh well, I installed the ROM and now have CROMI-X running on this baby! Thanks for your help and advice guys.
One small thing that I noticed, again with TWRP is that when I invoke the power menu, I don't get any options to boot to recovery...or anything non-standard for that matter. I think my TWRP might be broken, is there a way to uninstall/reinstall?
Thanks again guys.
Argenti12 said:
Okay, I redownloaded the ROM file and copied it to the SD...plugged it back in the tablet and booted into TWRP, ....now I see both! oh well, I installed the ROM and now have CROMI-X running on this baby! Thanks for your help and advice guys.
One small thing that I noticed, again with TWRP is that when I invoke the power menu, I don't get any options to boot to recovery...or anything non-standard for that matter. I think my TWRP might be broken, is there a way to uninstall/reinstall?
Thanks again guys.
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TWRP on tf700t, you have only two options on the boot menu. One is a reboot to your system. Second is power off your device.
About the uninstall/reinstall, all you need is to flash the TWRP blob on top of your existing one....
Edit: I think that your TWRP is working properly. If you don't have to flash your custom recovery again, you can minimize the risk of brick your device. Please don't mess with your bootloader and your recovery unless you must touch them for a good reason. Otherwise, just leave them alone. Just my two cents....
LetMeKnow said:
TWRP on tf700t, you have only two options on the boot menu. One is a reboot to your system. Second is power off your device.
About the uninstall/reinstall, all you need is to flash the TWRP blob on top of your existing one....
Edit: I think that your TWRP is working properly. If you don't have to flash your custom recovery again, you can minimize the risk of brick your device. Please don't mess with your bootloader and your recovery unless you must touch them for a good reason. Otherwise, just leave them alone. Just my two cents....
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Great, thanks for clearing up that doubt...and also for the good advice! I'm already enjoying the CROMI-X experience!
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...
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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...
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thanks for the help, everything is complete and running correctly.
Hello, I'm a noob at this so please be kind. I followed the below:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tra...inners-guide-unlock-custom-rom-tf300-t3061648
I successfully:
Unlocked my TF300T's Bootloader
Installed custom recovery using fastboot
Rooted my tablet
Debloated the Tablet (Titanium Backup)
Backup up my current (OEM) SYSTEM ROM to microSD
So now I'm onto attempting a custom ROM. I'm a bit bored with 4.2.1 and would like to go to the same version of ROM my Note 7 has which is 6.0.1 Marshmallow or even try the new 7.0 Nougat.
I'm a little confused as to what ROM will or will not work. I see a few ROMS worth trying, but there install instructions reference a different Bootloader multiple flashes such as SuperSU or gapps.
Whats the best fool proof method to flash a new ROM with what I have and are there any simple one file ROM/ZIP/ Blob etc.. file that would do what I want?
Thank you.
broderp said:
Hello, I'm a noob at this so please be kind. I followed the below:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tra...inners-guide-unlock-custom-rom-tf300-t3061648
I successfully:
Unlocked my TF300T's Bootloader
Installed custom recovery using fastboot
Rooted my tablet
Debloated the Tablet (Titanium Backup)
Backup up my current (OEM) SYSTEM ROM to microSD
So now I'm onto attempting a custom ROM. I'm a bit bored with 4.2.1 and would like to go to the same version of ROM my Note 7 has which is 6.0.1 Marshmallow or even try the new 7.0 Nougat.
I'm a little confused as to what ROM will or will not work. I see a few ROMS worth trying, but there install instructions reference a different Bootloader multiple flashes such as SuperSU or gapps.
Whats the best fool proof method to flash a new ROM with what I have and are there any simple one file ROM/ZIP/ Blob etc.. file that would do what I want?
Thank you.
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Congratulations! Everything you did looks fine. So you are ready to install a custom rom. I would like to suggest one of the best: http://forum.xda-developers.com/transformer-tf300t/development/rom-t3453702 (You may follow up the tread and report there!)
Please take care very exactly on the installation instruction in post #1 given by Timduru. And don't forget that you need Kang TWRP [email protected] Download here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/transformer-tf300t/development/recovery-twrp-t3046479. That's mandatory!
Good luck!
ebonit said:
Congratulations! Everything you did looks fine. So you are ready to install a custom rom. I would like to suggest one of the best: http://forum.xda-developers.com/transformer-tf300t/development/rom-t3453702 (You may follow up the tread and report there!)
Please take care very exactly on the installation instruction in post #1 given by Timduru. And don't forget that you need Kang TWRP [email protected] Download here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/transformer-tf300t/development/recovery-twrp-t3046479. That's mandatory!
Good luck!
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Thanks. As simple as the process was, as a noob (first time attempting this) I was really concerned about screwing this up and bricking my tablet.
The one you linked to was one of the ones I was considering and hence my question regarding what works with what I have already done. The noob mind (mine anyways) finds a dozen questions at every turn. In this case I would ask the following:
Q-Do I have to use Kang TWRP?
Q-How is it different than the TWRP I used on my Tablet?
Q-Will I need to constantly change TWRP versions depending on what ROM I want to use?
Q-Is there a danger to switching TWRPs?
Q-Doesn't flashing SuperSU after I flash Gapps overright and erase SuperSU or is there some unique way to flash (push?) both at the same time?
Q-Many more I'm sure!
To the noob, almost all the instructions I read appear to be written for someone who as done this many times. The level of detail needed for the novice is just not there or lost between the jargon used, with many steps not fleshed out because the author assumes a certain level of expertise.
I will definitely read these threads as best I can, but in the interim, is there any ROM that are known to be able to be flashed via the TWRP I currently have? The author of the version I used certainly made it seem like it was that simple, load the ROM/ zip file onto the MicroSD card and when in Custom recovery simply use the INSTALL feature to navigate to the file and press a button to flash and ..."BAM!!" you are running a new ROM.
ebonit said:
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Please take care very exactly on the installation instruction in post #1 given by Timduru. And don't forget that you need Kang TWRP [email protected] Download here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/transformer-tf300t/development/recovery-twrp-t3046479. That's mandatory!
Good luck!
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That version of KANG appears to be dead, as the thread has been closed and abondoned by the OP. So no new questions or help there....
Can I install that version over the top of my current version of TWRP the same way I did the first time? (change file to TWRP.blob etc.)
broderp said:
That version of KANG appears to be dead, as the thread has been closed and abondoned by the OP. So no new questions or help there....
Can I install that version over the top of my current version of TWRP the same way I did the first time? (change file to TWRP.blob etc.)
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Please don't brick your tablet. First download Kang TWRP. It isn't dead. Try this https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347781183.
broderp said:
Can I install that version over the top of my current version of TWRP the same way I did the first time? (change file to TWRP.blob etc.)
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Yes you can.
However Kang TWRP is a xxx.img file. You also can use your current TWRP and flash the image file. Attached you will find an image and a zip version.
ebonit said:
Please don't brick your tablet. First download Kang TWRP. It isn't dead. Try this https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24052804347781183.
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Sorry, bad choice of words on my part. By dead I meant that the thread was closed and I'm concerned getting answers would be harder as the OP was no longer actively looking there for questions.
ebonit said:
Yes you can.
However Kang TWRP is a xxx.img file. You also can use your current TWRP and flash the image file. Attached you will find an image and a zip version.
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Ok, so if I read your comment correctly, I can copy the .img file to an SD card, boot into recovery and flash it from there OR I can fire up fastboot and the same steps I originally did to install custom recovery from my PC to accomplish the same thing... either way I should still have custom recovery, but with the KANG version. Right?
THANKS TO BOTH OF YOU FOR RESPONDING TO MY PREVIOUS POST. I appreciate the support.
Oh no....
Well crap. I put the .img file on my SD card and boot the tablet into recovery, I flashed the .img file to the rovery not boot partition. All appeared well....but when I go back to see if I have KANG recovery, it hangs anbd says Booting Failure Unrecoverable bootloader error (0x000000000)
EDIT: After I cleaned my pants, I used abd and fastboot to flash the original Blob file using my PC. This restored the custom recovery. I was freaking out for a few minutes.
I didn't change the file name of the kang .img file. Should I have done something different?
EDIT: Successful recovery to Kang2.8.7.2 !! :good::good: I used adb and my PC to send the .img file (renamed "twrpkang.img" for simplicity) and it worked great. I'm a pro..:silly:
broderp said:
Well crap. I put the .img file on my SD card and boot the tablet into recovery, I flashed the .img file to the rovery not boot partition. All appeared well....but when I go back to see if I have KANG recovery, it hangs anbd says Booting Failure Unrecoverable bootloader error (0x000000000)
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Bad luck! Could you please describe what does it mean? : "I flashed the .img file to the rovery not boot partition."
ebonit said:
Bad luck! Could you please describe what does it mean? : "I flashed the .img file to the rovery not boot partition."
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Not sure what I did wrong. I tried to do it within the old recovery menu and it hosed it. It found the file and mounted it successfully, but it seemed weird to be within the partition I was overwriting and writing to it. Kind of like you cant install windows while your using Windows...
The new version is much smoother.... Thanks, not to learn about this gapps super SU and how to flash all of these and in what order along with the ROM..as well as this wipe vs format thing...so confusing...