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[Q] My phone bricked. Need help please..

My phone is unlocked and rooted. My problem is that when I go to FASTBOOT MODE, then go into RECOVERY, then when I press 'apply update from /sdcard' it shows nothing in there. So, I just stuck and unable to flash any rom at all. I tried to go into the SD card through my computer to install a ROM so that I have something to flash, but nexus s has only internal storage. Please help?

Hi
Hi, I bought my nexus s, immediately after I tried to root, and failed, this left me in the same situation as you.
You NEED to install the adb drivers, and boot using odin files. It was pretty tricky but i got there in the end, i was bricking it too , but dont worry, there's a 98% chance its not bricked, ill find the files for you now...

Go to mount drives and mount your storage from there. That's what I did.

Right, first of all, boot into the bootloader on your Nexus S, and i'm assuming that all your drivers are working fine because you have already unlocked your bootloader.
Place the files in the zip download inthe following places
WIN32bitOS: Program files/Android/Android-sdk/tools
WIN64bitOS: Program files (x86)/Android/Android-sdk/tools
Next, open a command prompt, and type in the following commands, (C: is your windows installation hard drive letter, leave as default if you dont know what this means)
if your 32bit type this w/o quotes "cd C:/Program files/Android/Android-sdk/tools
64bit "cd C:/Program files (x86)/Android/Android-sdk/tools
and click enter.
Next you want to make sure that your Nexus S is in bootloader mode, connected to your pc.
Type the following.
fastboot flash boot boot.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
fastboot flash system system.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
fastboot flash userdata userdata.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
Reboot and you should go into android 2.3
Next time make a nandroid backup in clockwork mod!
Download link : http://www.megaupload.com/?d=GI9P4F5I

cdaly985 said:
Right, first of all, boot into the bootloader on your Nexus S, and i'm assuming that all your drivers are working fine because you have already unlocked your bootloader.
Place the files in the zip download inthe following places
WIN32bitOS: Program files/Android/Android-sdk/tools
WIN64bitOS: Program files (x86)/Android/Android-sdk/tools
Next, open a command prompt, and type in the following commands, (C: is your windows installation hard drive letter, leave as default if you dont know what this means)
if your 32bit type this w/o quotes "cd C:/Program files/Android/Android-sdk/tools
64bit "cd C:/Program files (x86)/Android/Android-sdk/tools
and click enter.
Next you want to make sure that your Nexus S is in bootloader mode, connected to your pc.
Type the following.
fastboot flash boot boot.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
fastboot flash system system.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
fastboot flash userdata userdata.img
[click enter & wait until it says successful]
Reboot and you should go into android 2.3
Next time make a nandroid backup in clockwork mod!
Download link coming in 9 mins... data uploading
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hi cdaly, can you point me to some information on how to install nandriod backup and making/restore a backup right after installing CWM (right after "unlocked" but didnt install Super user yet)?

Yeah
Yeah sure,
Root your phone, go to market place, download rom manager. Open the app and click the button that says, Fash Clockwork Recovery.
Shut down your phone when the operation has completed. Go inot bootloader mode, click recovery. Navigate to backup and restore. Go into backup and restore, click backup. Voila.
If you ever need to restore do the same but click restore. Pretty simple when you know what to do
If this has left you confused, look around on XDA/google, there are a ton of guides
Link added!

Thanks, appreciate it.

Thanks for that. I am using mac computer. Would it be the same typing command for mac as you had mentioned?

cdaly985 said:
Yeah sure,
Root your phone, go to market place, download rom manager. Open the app and click the button that says, Fash Clockwork Recovery.
Shut down your phone when the operation has completed. Go inot bootloader mode, click recovery. Navigate to backup and restore. Go into backup and restore, click backup. Voila.
If you ever need to restore do the same but click restore. Pretty simple when you know what to do
If this has left you confused, look around on XDA/google, there are a ton of guides
Link added!
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Thanks very much cdaly.. I am just a bit confused regarding phone is rooted or not.
I got to the point flash recovery was sucessfuly in command prompt, but when i try to install "su-2.3.6.1-cd-signed.zip" from SD card, it wasn't successful, as in there is no "superuser" icon after reboot and i have tried wifi tether and it says my phone is not root.
Now i havent tried "su-2.3.6.1-ef-signed.zip" because i accidently bricked my phone for some stupid things i did. but my phone is NOT root as long as I don't see the superuser program right?
I thought nandroid is an actual program but it just means backing up through bootloader?
Thanks for all your help!!!

Thanks very much cdaly.. I am just a bit confused regarding phone is rooted or not.
I got to the point flash recovery was sucessfuly in command prompt, but when i try to install "su-2.3.6.1-cd-signed.zip" from SD card, it wasn't successful, as in there is no "superuser" icon after reboot and i have tried wifi tether and it says my phone is not root.
Now i havent tried "su-2.3.6.1-ef-signed.zip" because i accidently bricked my phone for some stupid things i did. but my phone is NOT root as long as I don't see the superuser program right?
I thought nandroid is an actual program but it just means backing up through bootloader?
Thanks for all your help!!!
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I dont know if NANDROID is a program or not, it just use it via clockwork mod recovery menu and it works so I'm not complaining aha
If you want to root your nexus s, download this zip file and extract, make sure that your nexus s is in bootloader mode and double click "install-superboot-windows" Bingo, you have root.
Thanks for that. I am using mac computer. Would it be the same typing command for mac as you had mentioned?
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It wouldn't hurt to try but I dont think so. If you can go into boot-camp or use a friends PC. Or you can try this.
Change your folder to the plaform-tools folder. I dont know how to do this, just referencing off of http://rootzwiki.com/wiki/index.php/Samsung_Nexus_S
Next type
"./fastboot flash boot boot.img"
"./fastboot flash recovery recovery.img"
"./fastboot flash system system.img"
"./fastboot flash userdata userdata.img"

Hi cdaly985
I'd tried it and it works 100%. And, just to share for mac to add on the command "./fastboot-mac ....". I am really impressed with your help. Thanks very very very much.

Hi cdaly985
Now everything is ok with the phone except that it won't be able to go into recovery mode. I had tried by using Rom manager v.4.. and also by pressing vol + power, all failed.
Please help me on this problem. Thanks.

Install TWRP and root LG v10 H901 T-Mobile

Download
Search for TWRP recovery for LG V10 H901 (File: twrp-2.8.7.0-h901.img (31.7 MB))
Backup Apps and Data
While this process should not wipe any of your data, a backup is highly recommended. Once you install a custom recovery like TWRP, make sure you backup your system, data,etc. from the recovery. It will be helpful in case anything goes wrong.
Prerequisites
This guide is compatible with LG V10 H901 only. Do not try it on any other devices or variants.
Unlocked bootloader is required to install a custom recovery like TWRP on your device. Click here.
Set up ADB and Fastboot on your computer. You can download the minimal ADB and fastboot tool from here (unzip it) or get the quick ADB and fastboot installer from here.
Install Motorola USB Drivers on your computer.
Open Settings> Developer options and enable USB Debugging on your device.
Go to Developer options and enable Allow oem unlock.
How to Install TWRP Recovery on LG V10 H901
Download the recovery image file. Extract if in case a zip file. Now transfer the file to your PC where you can easily locate it.
Make sure you have setup ADB and fastboot on your PC. Also accept Always allow from this computer when you plug in the device for first time to enable USB Debugging.
Now power off your device and unplug it from your PC.
Boot into the bootloader or fastboot mode. To do so, press and hold volume down and the power button simultaneously for 5-6 seconds. When you see the bootloader screen, connect your device to the PC using a USB cable.(Choose fasboot if option is available) Alternatively, you can also issue the following command through your cmd or terminal, while connected to the PC in order to boot into the bootloader.
"adb reboot bootloader"
Navigate to the location where you have placed the recovery file. Rename the recovery file to a simple one, like recovery.img. While the folder with recovery.img file is open, hold shift key on keyboard and right-click on an empty space and select “Open command window here” option to launch a cmd window.
Now issue the following command in the command prompt to check your device connectivity
"fastboot devices"
Now flash custom recovery. Issue the following command for that.
"fastboot flash recovery recovery.img"
Custom recovery will now be installed on your device. Now boot your phone in recovery mode. You can do this by turning your device off and then press and hold volume down and power keys at the same time. Or you can simply enter the following command.
"fastboot boot recovery.img"
Once into the recovery, you can backup your current ROM, data, EFS and more.
Once you have installed TWRP, you are all set to install custom packages onto the device’s system. Alternatively, while on Linux or Mac OS, you can issue “./fastboot flash recovery recovery.img” command to flash the TWRP recovery.
Root
As you already have TWRP, simply flash the SuperSU file (version 2.56) to gain root access

@TheJesus @KAsp3rd, thanks guys for everything you've done over the past few days. no shade to @joe01gun but if people are going to use these instructions make sure you search the rest of the forum for what thejesus and kasp3rd put together to get us to this point - definitely appreciated. thanks @joe01gun for putting these additional instructions together.

Your post says the following:
Set up ADB and Fastboot on your computer. You can download the minimal ADB and fastboot tool from here (unzip it) or get the quick ADB and fastboot installer from here.
yet, there's no link to the necessary files to "unzip" them. Any suggestions?
Thank you for the help, but where do we get fastboot set up on our PCs? Yes, this is getting confusing with the steps outlined above. I followed the first step and had to take out the battery because I was stuck in fastboot screen with small tiny text in the top left that didn't respond to any manipulation with the volume keys on the back of the device and wouldn't restart any way until I took out the battery.

sanjsrik said:
Your post says the following:
Set up ADB and Fastboot on your computer. You can download the minimal ADB and fastboot tool from here (unzip it) or get the quick ADB and fastboot installer from here.
yet, there's no link to the necessary files to "unzip" them. Any suggestions?
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I think it's cause he's not allowed to post links yet cause he's too new. I followed this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-5x/general/guides-how-to-guides-beginners-t3206930
You can get twrp from the development forum.

Why
Intended to put the information condensed....
Yep....new
Links could not be uploaded.

joe01gun said:
Intended to put the information condensed....
Yep....new
Links could not be uploaded.
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Your condensed thread is more convoluted than the actual development thread which also includes the links to everything.
I'm still wondering why you have install Motorola USB drivers for an LG phone..

Understood
Understood

The one on development is straightforward and I managed to make it done.
If you don't lock the bootloader back, you will see bootloader unlocked when starting up.
If you have root enabled file explorer, you should remove /system/priv-app/adaptclient folder to avoid annoying root request from adapt.

Please use the main dev thread for instructions on what to do, found below. Having duplicates for what is essentially the same thing can cause confusion and just takes up unnecessary space. So I have closed the thread.
[Recovery][LG-H901] Unofficial TWRP
Forum moderator,
matt4321

[Root][Sony Xperia Z2][MM][23.5.A.0.575] unlock bootloader, root and ROM flashing

SONY Xperia phones have unlocked bootloader which adds to the difficulty of rooting on top of MM.
#######All the works posted here are not mine but of various authors to whom I am gratful for helping me achieve root############
Requirements
Locked Bootloader Xperia z2
Stock SONY ROM
no root
Battery above 70(just to be safe)
Good internet connection
Now, we have lots to download because Flashtool dosen't work so, I had to download android sdk entirely.
#1
Obtaining the Bootloader Unlock Code
Note:Unlocking the bootloader on a Sony device may automatically wipe internal storage; a backup of the sdcard is suggested. It will also irreversibly erase the DRM keys stored in the TA partition of some devices, which will result in the loss of certain proprietary features that may have been included. Check your specific device forum on XDA to learn more.
In order to unlock the bootloader on your Xperia Z2 you will need to obtain a code from Sony. The following process will help you acquire this code so that you can flash a custom recovery.
Open the Phone application on the Xperia Z2 and enter *#06# to obtain the device's IMEI, IDID or MEID. Save this for later use.
Optional: if you do not have a phone app, the IMEI, IDID or MEID can be found on the box or on the device in Settings -> About Device -> Status.
Put the device into fastboot mode:
Insert one end of the Micro-USB cable into your PC. Turn off the device and wait at least 5 seconds. Press and hold the Volume Up button and plug the other end of the Micro-USB cable in to your device.
Open a terminal on the PC and enter fastboot getvar version
If you receive the message <waiting for device> fastboot is not configured properly, please see fastboot for more details.
Navigate a browser here
Select your device and click the 'continue' button at the bottom of the page.
Enter your email address, agree to the terms and select 'Submit'
Click the link from your email, enter your IMEI, IDID or MEID and continue
The unlock code should now appear, write this down for the next step.
In the PC's terminal, enter the following command: fastboot oem unlock 0xKEY
KEY corresponds to the unlock code you were given.
The Xperia Z2's bootloader should now be unlocked.
This should factory reset the phone, you may have to wait a while before reboot.
Source:https://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_sirius
How to check if your bootloader is locked or unlocked?
This tutorial is suitable for all versions of Android. We are provoding two different methods to check the status of your bootloader, use the one that works for you.
Method 1 :
This one is the easiest method and works with many device out there, you don’t require any use of PC, you just need to enter a spacial block of numbers in your keypad to check your bootloader’s status.
Step 1 : Open your device’s dialer (App where you enter telephone numbers to call someone).
Step 2 : Dial the below code, it will automatically open a new windows. (if it doesn’t opens anything then use the second method).
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*#*#7378423#*#*
Step 3 : Now in that window go to Service Info >> Configuration, and see if there is :
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2
Bootloader unlock allowed - Yes >> This means that your Bootloader is Locked
Bootloader Unlocked - Yes >> This means that your Bootloader is unlocked
Method 2 :
Step 1 : Download and install adb & fastboot package & drivers in your system (Google it for your device).
Step 2 : After successful installation of adb & fastboot, connect your device to your PC via USB cable in fastboot mode.
Step 3 : Now open the folder where your adb & fastboot package is extracted, press Shift key on your keyboard and right click in the folder and select “Open command prompt here“.
Step 4 : It will open a Command Prompt window.
Step 5 : Type the following command to check if the device was detected in fastboot mode.
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fastboot devices
Step 6 : if you don’t get device it or anything it means that the drivers weren’t correctly installed or the device wasn’t connected properly, if this happens try reinstalling your drivers.
Step 7 : Next run the following command to check the status of your device’s bootloader.
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fastboot oem device-info
Source:https://thebroodle.com/android/how-to-check-your-bootloader-is-locked-or-unlocked/
#2
After unlocking the device, rooting is done using Kingroot (easier), you can use either the windows app or android app.
Success rate of rooting however is very less, so you may need to do it more than a few time.
The rooting lasts only 2 restarts(for me), so you have to root again using king root.
android: http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=19156
windows: https://kingroot.net/
Any problems with kingroot check the link : http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
#3
How to Install CWM 6.0.4.7 Recovery on Xperia Z2 D6503, D6502, D6543
Download Doomlord’s Z2_DooMLoRD_AdvStkKernel_FW-167-v07.zip
http://doomlord.xperia-files.com/download.php?dlid=WjJfRG9vTUxvUkRfQWR2U3RrS2VybmVsX0ZXLTE2Ny12MDc=
Copy the downloaded Advanced Stock Kernel.zip file to your phone’s SD card.
Extract the downloaded .zip folder on your PC, you will get a Boot.img file.
Place the extracted Boot.img file in the Minimal ADB & Fastboot folder that you created using our ADB & Fastboot Quick Setup Guide.
If you are using Android ADB & Fastboot full package, you can place the downloaded Recovery.img file in the Fastboot folder or in the Platform-tools folder.
Open the folder where you placed the Boot.img file. E.g Minimal ADB & Fastboot or Fastboot or Platform Tools.
Press and hold the shift key and right click on an empty area within the folder, and click on “Open Command Window Here”.
Turn off your Xperia Z2 completely.
Now press the Volume Up Key and while keeping it pressed plug in the USB cable.
You should see a blue light in the notification light of your phone, that means your device is now connected in Fastboot mode.
Now type the following command: fastboot flash boot boot.img
Hit Enter and it will quickly flash CWM 6.0.4.7 recovery in your Xperia Z2.
Once recovery is flashed, now issue this command “Fastboot reboot”
Your device will reboot now, as soon as you see the Sony logo, and the pink LED, press Volume Up key to enter recovery.
Once you’re in recovery, select “Install Zip > Choose Zip from SD Card > Advanced Stock Kernel with CWM.zip > Yes”. [Important]
This will flash the Kernel in your phone now. Once flashed, reboot your device.
Congrats! You should now see the custom recovery.
Source: http://techbeasts.com/install-cwm-recovery-root-xperia-z2-2301a0167-d6502-d6503-d6543/
Now, you have custom recovery, you can use this to flash ROMS. Caution to be taken when you flash a ROM you might loose your Kernel and recovery so use ROMs with inbuilt kernels or just flash after installing depending on ROM
For D6502 phone you will need to flash a fix zip after the ROM for getting network.
#4
http://www.xda-developers.com/how-to-install-twrp/
For installing TWRP follow the above guide.
Can't upload screenshots yet(don't have them, did this in a hurry)
(My internet connection is very slow)
CREDITS
All the authors of my sources
#########@@@@@@@Press that small little Thank You button:good@@@@@@@@############
-------------------------------------------------------------->>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>>Should be here

Thread closed as per OP's Request.

LG Aristo 2 ROOT (LM-X210[Build- X210MA10i])

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TUTORIAL REVISED AND WRITTEN BY @parcek
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FURTHER UPDATED FOR ROOTING NOOBS: 10 Steps
Two Methods: Windows and Linux
Originally posted by @brad2192: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/lg-aristo-2-root-t3746425
Credit to @tecknight for updated files: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76837384&postcount=2
@brad2192: Updated Tutorial due to people using TWRP (the original tutorial was released before TWRP was released for this device)
1) Backup all apps and data using LG Backup phone apps
2) Enable USB debugging and Unlock OEM. There are two methods in which you will to accomplish this:
First Method: Smartphone GUI
A) On your Lg Aristo 2 Smartphone go into General Tab (If in Tab View), If in list view, scroll down towards System section
"System Settings > About Phone > Software Information > Click on "Build Number" 10 times.
Now go to "System Settings > About Phone > Developer Options > Enable OEM unlock."
and also "System Settings > About Phone > Developer Options > Enable USB debugging."
Second Method: Windows Command Prompt or Linux Terminal:
Windows:
B) Click and drag "adb" file into command prompt and type "reboot bootloader" after it. Press enter.
Click and drag "fastboot" file into command prompt and type "flashing unlock" after it. Press enter.
Linux:
C)Type in your terminal "adb reboot bootloader" and press enter.
Type in your terminal "fastboot flashing unlock."
NOTE: Below has the information which will teach you how to download ADB and FASTBOOT.
3) Download the following:
Updated - TWRP
Updated - Magisk
(Add this file into your phone's SD Card.)
Updated - boot image
Update: Windows:
B)This is how you download ADB and FASTBOOT for Windows: https://dl.google.com/android/repository/platform-tools-latest-windows.zip
4) Open Command Prompt. Then click and drag the adb file (from the latter download link a.k.a platform-tools) into command prompt then press space and type "reboot bootloader" after and then press enter OR power down phone and hold volume down while plugging in USB)
5) Open Command Prompt. Then click and drag the fastboot file (from the latter download link a.k.a platform-tools) into command prompt and then type "flash recovery" after it and then click and drag "newtwrp.img" into command prompt and press enter.)
6) Open Command Prompt. Then click and drag fastboot (from the latter download link a.k.a platform-tools) into command prompt and then type "flash boot" after it and then click and drag "bootimglistedabove.img" into the command prompt after and then press enter) then follow step 7).
Update: Linux:
C) Depending on kernel, for this sake we will use a debian based kernal.
This is how you download ADB and FASTBOOT for Linux: Open terminal and type: "Sudo apt-get install adb && sudo apt-get install fastboot"
4) Open terminal and type: adb reboot bootloader
5) Open terminal and type: fastboot flash recovery (and then click and drag newtwrp.img onto the terminal) and hit enter
6) Open terminal and type: fastboot flash boot (and then click and drag bootfilelistedabove.img onto the terminal) and hit enter
This applies towards both Windows and Linux: continuation after their last listed step written above.
Step 7) Remove battery from phone, in order to force a shut down.
8) Boot into Recovery-TWRP Mode.
How to boot into LG Aristo 2 TWRP Recovery:
a) The phone is off.
b) Hold the volume key and power key at the same time.
c) When the LG logo appears, let go of the power key (while still holding the volume down key) and then click and hold the power key once again.
d)You will be prompted to LG Aristo 2's stock recovery mode asking you if you are sure you would like to delete ur phone.
e) Go to the option "yes" and enter.
f) It will then warn you that can remove all data from your phone.
g) Go to the option "yes" and enter.
You will be in TWRP after this.
TWRP Mode:
9) In TWRP go to "Wipe > Format Data" and then type "yes" and confirm it. (Do not hit reboot, click back a few time and hit reboot > recovery)
10) In TWRP go to "Install > Select Storage" and select your SD Card. Then look for where you placed the "magisk" zip file. Install it.
Your phone is now rooted.
On TWRP menu: Reboot.
Restore your phone if you created an LG backup of your important files (like lets say contacts or applications).
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If any mistakes were made and you phone becomes locked, here is how to go into download mode to repair your LG Aristo 2 into its default stock rom. Credit to @tecknight: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=76837800&postcount=4
1) Power off phone.
2) connect usb to Lg Aristo 2 phone (without connecting the usb into the PC or laptop)
3) Hold volume up key and then connect USB into computer
4) download LG Bridge
5) detect phone
6) click on "Update Error Recovery"
Your LG Aristo 2 will be repaired and factory resetted.
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What root means: In terms of PC language, Root means the superuser that has privileges to Add, Modify, and or Delete any kind of system files without prevention. Pretty much, it's like the actual Administrator account on a PC. Natively, whenever we buy a phone, it is as if to say, we are only using a guest account. Since the android OS is basically a Linux based computer (correct me if i am wrong) we can do anything we like... You want iOS emoji's on an android? A custom boot animation? Having root privileges allows you to go beyond your guest user restrictions because you then become the Admin.
Explaining the function of the provided Magisk app: It allows root privileges for programs intended for rooted phones.
There are other popular programs alternative of Magisk app, such as the SuperSU app: http://www.mediafire.com/file/2dljobq6yw93w76/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.82-20170528234214.zip
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After being officially done setting up your rooted phone, make sure you disable OEM Unlock to avoid seeing the caution message before every boot.
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How to backup your phone.
Also, using ADB, backup your phone.
Windows: Click and drag ADB file onto command prompt and paste " backup -apk -shared -all -f "C:\Users\UserName\Desktop\backupfilename.ab" "
Linux: Open terminal and type " adb backup -apk -shared -all -f "C:\Users\UserName\Desktop\backupfilename.ab" "
Update: For those who are encountering "Now unlock your phone and confirm operation" when typing the latter code, there is an alternative and much more easier and safer way to backup your phone.
Boot into TWRP and click on "backup" and then select what you would like to back up and then swipe to confirm the operation.
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Confirmed Successful rooting for LG Aristo 2 - June 2018
Thank You Brad and Tec!
Salam Aleykom.

You are a lifesaver my friend

Senorhamburgler said:
You are a lifesaver my friend
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Brad I have a question, is there any way to get a custom ROM on this phone? If not how come? How does it all work?
And are you with Metro PCS as well? What apps can a safely delete to get this phone as close to a stock version of android as I can? Can I seriously just wipe out EVERY metro app? Hows your phone functioning?

tribal1209 said:
Brad I have a question, is there any way to get a custom ROM on this phone? If not how come? How does it all work?
And are you with Metro PCS as well? What apps can a safely delete to get this phone as close to a stock version of android as I can? Can I seriously just wipe out EVERY metro app? Hows your phone functioning?
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Until there is a custom recovery built, we won't have custom roms. Dont wipe out every metro app. Anything you arent sure about, look up, or just freeze the app and test results. My phone is fine except SuperSU wont work properly due to the binary being occupied, but this is the best we have so far. I debloated no problem.

tribal1209 said:
Brad I have a question, is there any way to get a custom ROM on this phone? If not how come? How does it all work?
And are you with Metro PCS as well? What apps can a safely delete to get this phone as close to a stock version of android as I can? Can I seriously just wipe out EVERY metro app? Hows your phone functioning?
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Senorhamburgler said:
Until there is a custom recovery built, we won't have custom roms. Dont wipe out every metro app. Anything you arent sure about, look up, or just freeze the app and test results. My phone is fine except SuperSU wont work properly due to the binary being occupied, but this is the best we have so far. I debloated no problem.
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Root is the only thing needed, not a custom recovery. Apps like Magisk Manager can flash custom images. The reason there is no ROMs built for this device, I can tell you in my opinion there is no need for a Custom ROM. Magisk Manager has plenty of customizations available as well as many other root apps. Basically, custom recoveries are obsolete, it is not needed for gaining root access nor flashing files. Magisk can do it as well as Flashfire.

I need help.... Abd is not functioning it states "the term abd is not recognised as the nane of a cmdlet, function, scrip file of operable program."
Does not exist in current location.... Windows PowerShell does not load conmands by default...

MinaSaotome said:
I need help.... Abd is not functioning it states "the term abd is not recognised as the nane of a cmdlet, function, scrip file of operable program."
Does not exist in current location.... Windows PowerShell does not load conmands by default...
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Hey man, I would press the Windows Key+R and type" "cmd"
Then, as long as your adb is located at C:\adb type: "cd C:\adb"
Then use adb, I hate how Windows 10 forces it on users!

Hey, I am so sorry to bother you but when I enter in the fourth step of your tutorial, it tells me "flash boot" command doesn't exist. Is there something I'm doing wrong?
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4btn said:
Hey, I am so sorry to bother you but when I enter in the fourth step of your tutorial, it tells me "flash boot" command doesn't exist. Is there something I'm doing wrong?
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Okay, after messing around with it a few, I found that once it goes off into fastboot... my computer can't recognize it anymore?

brad2192 said:
Hey guys, spent a few hours figuring out how to root. Pretty Simple!
1) Enable Developer Options, USB Debugging & OEM Unlock
2) Reboot to Fastboot Mode (Using ADB via PC type: adb reboot bootloader)
3) Add root_boot.img into your adb folder
4) In ADB type: fastboot flash boot root_boot.img
5) After flash successful, type: fastboot reboot
6) Install Magisk Manager App
For those skeptical, proof of root here.
X-210 Stock .KDZ Backup HERE (Should not be needed.)
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Do I need to unlock the bootloader first? I have it rebooted into fastboot and it's giving me instructions to do that, but won't let me push the boot image. If I do need to unlock it, does it wipe my device?

tge101 said:
Do I need to unlock the bootloader first? I have it rebooted into fastboot and it's giving me instructions to do that, but won't let me push the boot image. If I do need to unlock it, does it wipe my device?
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Yes, that is what OEM unlock means. In doing so you do need to unlock the bootloader.

brad2192 said:
Yes, that is what OEM unlock means. In doing so you do need to unlock the bootloader.
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Just wanted to make sure but does it wipe it?

tge101 said:
Just wanted to make sure but does it wipe it?
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Yes, when you use "fastboot oem unlock" it unfortunately erases all data. One of our forum members is working on a TWRP at the moment that might be available today. You could wait to do this so you can create a backup.

brad2192 said:
Yes, when you use "fastboot oem unlock" it unfortunately erases all data. One of our forum members is working on a TWRP at the moment that might be available today. You could wait to do this so you can create a backup.
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That'd be cool. But, wouldn't the bootloader still need to be unlocked for me to flash TWRP?

tge101 said:
That'd be cool. But, wouldn't the bootloader still need to be unlocked for me to flash TWRP?
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I'm an idiot, yes LOL. Sorry, just got to work and I am tired you are correct. So, if you would like I suggest just using my tutorial. I believe there is ways of using LG backup to save most of your user data.

brad2192 said:
I'm an idiot, yes LOL. Sorry, just got to work and I am tired you are correct. So, if you would like I suggest just using my tutorial. I believe there is ways of using LG backup to save most of your user data.
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All good, if I lose it I lose it. Is there a thread for the TWRP development?

I posted a test twrp on my blog for aristo 2

cannot open root_boot.img
hey maybe someone can help me out
previously already unlocked the bootloader on the phone so i skipped that step but i keep getting the error that it can not open root_boot.img
downloaded the file and moved into users/appdata/local/android/sdk/platform-tools
thats where adb.exe so i figured that is the adb folder maybe yes or no
could anyone help me out
greatly appreciate it

tge101 said:
All good, if I lose it I lose it. Is there a thread for the TWRP development?
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Update: TWRP HERE

TJ-yesthelegend said:
hey maybe someone can help me out
previously already unlocked the bootloader on the phone so i skipped that step but i keep getting the error that it can not open root_boot.img
downloaded the file and moved into users/appdata/local/android/sdk/platform-tools
thats where adb.exe so i figured that is the adb folder maybe yes or no
could anyone help me out
greatly appreciate it
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What are you typing into ADB to get that error?

Do you have to de-encrypt the phone for root? I am thinking of getting an Aristo2, currently using the MotoE4 (which I hate!), and rooting that requires de-encryption (I love encryption!). This is the MetroPCS version your talking about? Thank you...

[Resolved] Need help to root

Hy
Im a new member
i need help to root my huawei nova smart
i unlock bootloader and frp but I can not find one recovery.img for my phone.
my device version is "DIG-L01" android 6 marshmallow emui 4.1
Thanks in advance
(sorry for my english but I'm italian)

Have you tried the official twrp app ? It's available on play store.

Hi7m3up said:
Have you tried the official twrp app ? It's available on play store.
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yes but on this app not exist twrp for huawei nova smart
and i search twrp fot root my device

If you want only root, you can use CF autoroot, the easiest method which is easier than Oneclickroot or Kingo

MilkOreo said:
If you want only root, you can use CF autoroot, the easiest method which is easier than Oneclickroot or Kingo
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I tried but the root for my device is not available on these apps

When i rooted my sony m5 i flashed a supersu modified boot.img with adb fastboot beacause i couldn't get the zip to take through twrp don't know if that is something that you could look into ?
I do have a copy if it turn's out that img is universal

Hi7m3up said:
When i rooted my sony m5 i flashed a supersu modified boot.img with adb fastboot beacause i couldn't get the zip to take through twrp don't know if that is something that you could look into ?
I do have a copy if it turn's out that img is universal
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ok i can try to do it,but....
1.is it safe?
2.where can I find boot.img
3.is there a guide?

As i said i don't know if this is a generic boot.img or if it is or if it is brand or firmware specific you would need to do a bit of investigating to find out, What i can tell you is that this patch contain's supersu with a drm key fix(you know the key's stored in your bootloader) incorporated in it i have successfully used it on a sony m5(e5603).
The choice is your's whether to try it or not.
If you choose to use it here is a quick guide..
1.Download this file here
2.connect your phone to your pc make sure usb debugging is swiched on
3.put the boot.img file into the same folder as your adb and fastboot.exe files are
4.Rename it to boot.img to simplify thing's
5.Right click on an empty space inside your adb fastboot folder and select open command window here
6.When your command window opens input this command adb devices you should now see your phone's serial number
7.Once your phone is connected in command prompt write adb reboot bootloader
8.Once your phone is in bootloader mode then in command prompt write fastboot devices you should now see your device serial number
9.In command prompt write this command fastboot flash boot boot.img then press return and wait till process finishes (any problem's remember to rename the .img file to boot.img or alter the command in command prompt)
10.In command prompt write this command fastboot reboot ( or just restart your phone normally)
If successful when your phone has started you should now have the supersu app installed and phone rooted with the drm key's fix working(if you saved your drm key's before unlocking your bootloader you can safely copy them back at this point)
Obviously i can't be held responsible for any damage done Yahda,Yahda,Yada ect.
Make sure OEM unlock is at the switched on position before the next reboot (it should already be switched on)
We are all big boy's and girl's and as such we make decisions all by our selves including whether to follow this guide or not
Use this guide for educational purposes only.
Good luck...

Hi7m3up said:
As i said i don't know if this is a generic boot.img or if it is or if it is brand or firmware specific you would need to do a bit of investigating to find out, What i can tell you is that this patch contain's supersu with a drm key fix(you know the key's stored in your bootloader) incorporated in it i have successfully used it on a sony m5(e5603).
The choice is your's whether to try it or not.
If you choose to use it here is a quick guide..
1.Download this file here
2.connect your phone to your pc make sure usb debugging is swiched on
3.put the boot.img file into the same folder as your adb and fastboot.exe files are
4.Rename it to boot.img to simplify thing's
5.Right click on an empty space inside your adb fastboot folder and select open command window here
6.When your command window opens input this command adb devices you should now see your phone's serial number
7.Once your phone is connected in command prompt write adb reboot bootloader
8.Once your phone is in bootloader mode then in command prompt write fastboot devices you should now see your device serial number
9.In command prompt write this command fastboot flash boot boot.img then press return and wait till process finishes (any problem's remember to rename the .img file to boot.img or alter the command in command prompt)
10.In command prompt write this command fastboot reboot ( or just restart your phone normally)
If successful when your phone has started you should now have the supersu app installed and phone rooted with the drm key's fix working(if you saved your drm key's before unlocking your bootloader you can safely copy them back at this point)
Obviously i can't be held responsible for any damage done Yahda,Yahda,Yada ect.
Make sure OEM unlock is at the switched on position before the next reboot (it should already be switched on)
We are all big boy's and girl's and as such we make decisions all by our selves including whether to follow this guide or not
Use this guide for educational purposes only.
Good luck...
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I tried this method but it did not work, fortunately I had the file boot.img stock and I restored it, thanks anyway for the guide at this point I'll wait to find the twrp file edited for my device or that will add the root on some kind of apps (kingoroot, kingroot, oniclick ....)