Can't Install ANY ROM...!! [HELP] - Samsung Galaxy SL i9003

Hey, i am new to android. Just got an old Samsung galaxy sl gt-i9003. it has never been rooted. i tried rooting it using odin and the cf root file by LoLaTiOn for DDMF1 firmware. Did everything correctly and when it came to install zip from sd card, it gave an error after i selected the zip file. the error says- can't open E:/(name_of_the_ROM).zip (bad). I thought the problem might be with the zip file. so i tried a lot of ROMs like CM11 and Nameless but still the same error. please help me. i can't figure out what the problem is. how can i install the ROM properly without any error?.
CF-ROOT file i used by LoLaTiOn: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43016372&postcount=30

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[Q] Stuck installing DarkyROM

New to the forums and flashing ROMs in general, so please forgive my n00b-fail. (I did, at least, search the forums for an answer first. )
Samsung Infuse 4g
AT&T
Was running stock ui, rooted
Was able to flash and restore to factory using Odin (following Jordan's http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1318160)
Took file DarkROM_JVR_Infuse_10.3.rar and unpacked
Repacked using .zip format
Placed .zip on internal SD
Rebooted to CWM Recovery and wiped data/factory reset as well as cache
Selected install from zip on sd card
Selected DarkyROM_JVR_Infuse_10.3.zip
Screen currently says:
"ClockworkMod Recovery v2.5.1.3 - Voodoo lagfix
-- Installing: SDCARD: DarkyROM_JVR_Infuse_10.3.z
ip
Finding update package...
Opening update package...
Installing update..."
Been stuck like that for the past hour. Have I bricked my phone? Should I go back and follow the "UnBrick the UnBrickable Infuse4g" thread?
Thanks.
Umm....darky rom. Rar? ??? I did not pack it in rar or tar format...that's your prob....its pack as a cwm flashable zip
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997 using xda premium
Thank you for your response.
I'm now aware that, as you put it, "...that's my problem."
I'm not sure why the file downloaded as a .rar file. Is there a specific extension to the package process that changes the code? Would not unpacking and repacking as a zip do the same thing?
After "playing with it," I got the phone to launch back into the stock ROM. So. Thanks to myself, on that one.
Problem solved.
Are u sure the file u downloaded was a .RAR file ? or it looked like pile off books that why u calling it a .RAR file ?
If you want I recreated DarkyRomV10.3.zip which is of course flashable in CWM, It has 2 fixes that the original DarkyRom doesn't have.
Darky Rom Fixes:
Dman's Build.Prop Fix
Bigfau's Battery Notification Fix
-------------------------------
Installation:
1 DOWNLOAD DARKY ROM
2 BOOT INTO CWM
3 WIPE DATA, CACHE, DALVIK CACHE
4 FLASH DARKY ROM
5 REBOOT
6 ENJOY
DarkyRomFix
Download Here: http://www.multiupload.com/3Y0BREZCFT
Inorder to fix the Superuser Update you will need to flash the SU Binary Update Fix
Download Here: http://www.multiupload.com/RIAHB3BS8C
@rkkaranrk - Very good idea, but no. I actually didn't have a program that could decompress .rar files on the system I was using. I downloaded a copy of WinRAR specifically for that.
@Axiomkid - Thank you. I'm going to try it when I get home. Now that I've had the oportunity to play around with some of the backup apps, I'm much more confident to try new ROMs.
@Axiomkid - This is a silly question, I'm sure, but how do I flash the superuser update? Do I need to?
.icereach said:
@Axiomkid - This is a silly question, I'm sure, but how do I flash the superuser update? Do I need to?
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Flash in CWM. You should flash it as it will keep superuser up to date.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997 using xda premium
Winrar makes the zip file looks like RAR so the file u downloaded was very much a zip file.

Installing REMICS ROM

Hi guys,
I'm a complete newbie in this world. I just want to install ICS or an ICS-like Rom on my SGS scl i9003.
I've learned with some tutorials how to flash a rom using Odin, but they always say I'd only have three files in the downloaded rom, a PDA one, a PHONE one and a CSC one.
However, I downloaded this rom and the .zip is full of folders and files. So I absolutely don't know what to do with that.
Please somebody help me
Thanks!
Minimas said:
Hi guys,
I'm a complete newbie in this world. I just want to install ICS or an ICS-like Rom on my SGS scl i9003.
I've learned with some tutorials how to flash a rom using Odin, but they always say I'd only have three files in the downloaded rom, a PDA one, a PHONE one and a CSC one.
However, I downloaded this rom and the .zip is full of folders and files. So I absolutely don't know what to do with that.
Please somebody help me
Thanks!
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Here are the steps in brief :-
1)Download CF root for your stock rom (Check it by dialing *#1234)
For Gingerbread its here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1201062
2)Flash it using Odin
3)Copy the RemICS zip file to your sdcard and rename it as update.zip
4)Using clockword recovery application go to recovery mode
5)Wipe cache,dalvic cache n fix permissions
6)Now install /sdcard/update.zip
7) Reboot in recovery again wipe cache,dalvic cache again
You're done
Minimas said:
Hi guys,
I'm a complete newbie in this world. I just want to install ICS or an ICS-like Rom on my SGS scl i9003.
I've learned with some tutorials how to flash a rom using Odin, but they always say I'd only have three files in the downloaded rom, a PDA one, a PHONE one and a CSC one.
However, I downloaded this rom and the .zip is full of folders and files. So I absolutely don't know what to do with that.
Please somebody help me
Thanks!
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Did u extract the zip..don't extract n follow above steps..put the zip in as card directly
Swyped from my RemICS powered sl
I am actually on Froyo (2.2.1), is it mandatory that I update to Gingerbread before rooting my phone ?
Because every CF Root for i9003 is said to work on Gingerbread-based Roms, like this one or the one you linked me.
And when you say "copy it to your sdcard", is it the external sdcard I have or the internal one ? And where exactly do I have to copy the file in it ?
Minimas said:
I am actually on Froyo (2.2.1), is it mandatory that I update to Gingerbread before rooting my phone ?
Because every CF Root for i9003 is said to work on Gingerbread-based Roms, like this one or the one you linked me.
And when you say "copy itj to your sdcard", is it the external sdcard I have or the internal one ? And where exactly do I have to copy the file in it ?
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Yep put the zip in external sd put it outside n not in any folder so it's easy to find in recovery mode.n yes u have to upgrade to gb
Swyped from my RemICS powered sl
Thanks for the help.
I successfully rooted my phone (I think so :silly, I copied my .zip file to my external sdcard and renamed it update.zip, but now I'm looking for a clockword recovery application on the market and I can't find one. I tried ROM Manager, but whenever I open it, my phone reboot..
Minimas said:
Thanks for the help.
I successfully rooted my phone (I think so :silly, I copied my .zip file to my external sdcard and renamed it update.zip, but now I'm looking for a clockword recovery application on the market and I can't find one. I tried ROM Manager, but whenever I open it, my phone reboot..
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If you rooted your phone you already have cwm installed. Just shutdown your phone and boot into recovery by pressing volume-up + home + power button.
Guys, it works perfectly. I can't thank you enough. :victory:
problem with flashing
hi all,
please help me out.
am tried to flash with remics to my i9003.
so i downloaded remics zip and followed the instructions,
but it failed and showing error "assert failed :getprop....... " and installation aborted.
please help me to resolve this..
Hi all,
I trying to install this RemICS version, but i can't.
we use Cwm 5.0.2.8 (Credit Amit Bagaria http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351056 ) but, app said the Remics-JB v3-GalaxySL-JZO54K-Alpha3.zip is bad files and cannot be opened.
I trying in PC the files is good can be open ...
Anyone can resolving this problem ?
If i'm use the DXKP9-CFROOT-10112011.tar to flash in Odin ... the device is loop restart .. and never get the home screen.
Thanks.
hariharasuthan said:
hi all,
please help me out.
am tried to flash with remics to my i9003.
so i downloaded remics zip and followed the instructions,
but it failed and showing error "assert failed :getprop....... " and installation aborted.
please help me to resolve this..
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try flashing first xxkpe gingerbread rom and then flash the proper cfroot. after that, you can go to recovery mode and then flash the remics zip.
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ManzTiara said:
Hi all,
I trying to install this RemICS version, but i can't.
we use Cwm 5.0.2.8 (Credit Amit Bagaria http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351056 ) but, app said the Remics-JB v3-GalaxySL-JZO54K-Alpha3.zip is bad files and cannot be opened.
I trying in PC the files is good can be open ...
Anyone can resolving this problem ?
If i'm use the DXKP9-CFROOT-10112011.tar to flash in Odin ... the device is loop restart .. and never get the home screen.
Thanks.
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I suggest that you redownload the remics zip file. your download might be corrupted that during the flashing, it cannot be opened.
i have also tried flashing the dxkp9 cfroot and it's always going into bootloop. it comes with the tun.ko file and i don't know how to use it.
so as an alternative, try flashing the xxkpe rom and then flash the proper cfroot. and after that you can flash the remics zip.
ManzTiara said:
Hi all,
I trying to install this RemICS version, but i can't.
we use Cwm 5.0.2.8 (Credit Amit Bagaria http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351056 ) but, app said the Remics-JB v3-GalaxySL-JZO54K-Alpha3.zip is bad files and cannot be opened.
I trying in PC the files is good can be open ...
Anyone can resolving this problem ?
If i'm use the DXKP9-CFROOT-10112011.tar to flash in Odin ... the device is loop restart .. and never get the home screen.
Thanks.
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Try to flash XXKPE+Pit it will solve your problem and then download DDLF2 firmware flash it,and then your root phone with cf-root,go to rocevery flash your custom rom
Sent from my GT-I9300 in my house
Sir after renaming zip file when I go into recovery mod and start installing zip from sd it says e/:sdcard not mounted
Pls help
Go to mount and storage
And tap on Mount sd card
Check if all are mounted
Sorry for my English

rooting galaxy R 4.0.4 failed

Hello everyone,
Please Help !!
i have installed android version 4.0.4 on my GT-19103
the base band version is 19103DDLP3
kernel version is 3.1.10-1169726
i tried every way to root my device but completely failed
i installed CWMR 4.0.0.2 using odin
my problem starts from here when i put the .Zip file in internal or external SD card (not in a folder)
and when i choose select zip file from SD
its not there
any other file is there
but any .zip file is not there (can't find .zip or .apk)
even i cant upgrade CWMR because higher version is .zip which i cant find either when i choose select zip file from SD
i tried all instructions and googling for days
i tried one click root
but the only thing i didn't try is
can i root my device using odin and old rooting package for android version 2.3.4 gingerbread although i am running android version 4.0.4 now??
regards;
First welcome to Galaxy R forum ..
From next time please don't create new thread for each every small thing, I didn't get you have you flashed CWM using ODIN if yes just flash Ardatdat's kernel you can download it from Dev Section....
armada_2004 said:
Hello everyone,
Please Help !!
i have installed android version 4.0.4 on my GT-19103
the base band version is 19103DDLP3
kernel version is 3.1.10-1169726
i tried every way to root my device but completely failed
i installed CWMR 4.0.0.2 using odin
my problem starts from here when i put the .Zip file in internal or external SD card (not in a folder)
and when i choose select zip file from SD
its not there
any other file is there
but any .zip file is not there (can't find .zip or .apk)
even i cant upgrade CWMR because higher version is .zip which i cant find either when i choose select zip file from SD
i tried all instructions and googling for days
i tried one click root
but the only thing i didn't try is
can i root my device using odin and old rooting package for android version 2.3.4 gingerbread although i am running android version 4.0.4 now??
regards;
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buddy, there is Q/A thread for the same. I think you must use it first. But if you have made it so here is the solution for rooting:
Q. 4) How Can I flash CMW & Root my Galaxy R.?
A. 4) This is something Critical. Just Joking. Its so easy. If you are over GB then flash Superuser zip file(attached) & if you are over ICS then just flash Ardatdat's Kernel V4 or higher. it will automatically Root your Galaxy R. Link for Ardatdat's kernels in dropbox: → Dropbox ←
Also, one can follow this tutorial for Rooting ICS - > {Guide} Rooting Galaxy R on version 4.0.4 & for flashing CMW please follow this tut -> [Guide] How to flash stock FW and CWW and Root i9103
Also there is Q/A thread for your all questions(most probably) here → http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1983262
Edit: Great, MJ used Hammer first.
mj.vikram said:
First welcome to Galaxy R forum ..
From next time please don't create new thread for each every small thing, I didn't get you have you flashed CWM using ODIN if yes just flash Ardatdat's kernel you can download it from Dev Section....
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WOW what a reply ! i like this part "each every small thing"
regardless it is a HUGE issue to me at least
you didn't understand the problem !
i can't flash any kernel because it is a ZIP file
CWR is not recognizing ZIP files
CWR can't see ZIP files
my problem with CWR and ZIP files
Hello, You can try one of these:
1. Try reflashing CWM v4.0.0.2 via ODIN and check if its recognizing the said zips.
2. Place the zips in a folder inside the internal sdcard and try.
The-Droidster said:
Hello, You can try one of these:
1. Try reflashing CWM v4.0.0.2 via ODIN and check if its recognizing the said zips.
2. Place the zips in a folder inside the internal sdcard and try.
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thank you for your reply
i already tried that many times but still no luck
i wonder if i can use TWRP instead of CWR if i can flash TWRP using odin
armada_2004 said:
WOW what a reply ! i like this part "each every small thing"
regardless it is a HUGE issue to me at least
you didn't understand the problem !
i can't flash any kernel because it is a ZIP file
CWR is not recognizing ZIP files
CWR can't see ZIP files
my problem with CWR and ZIP files
Click to expand...
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CWR is not able to detect the zip file, which version of CWM you have flashed and how you have flashed it, Can you please explain in detail....
I was just trying to help you only buddy and i guess you took me wrong...
mj.vikram said:
CWR is not able to detect the zip file, which version of CWM you have flashed and how you have flashed it, Can you please explain in detail....
I was just trying to help you only buddy and i guess you took me wrong...
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no problem bro, thank you for your reply
version of CWM is 4.0.0.2 .tar file and i flashed it using odin
armada_2004 said:
Hello everyone,
Please Help !!
i have installed android version 4.0.4 on my GT-19103
the base band version is 19103DDLP3
kernel version is 3.1.10-1169726
i tried every way to root my device but completely failed
i installed CWMR 4.0.0.2 using odin
my problem starts from here when i put the .Zip file in internal or external SD card (not in a folder)
and when i choose select zip file from SD
its not there
any other file is there
but any .zip file is not there (can't find .zip or .apk)
even i cant upgrade CWMR because higher version is .zip which i cant find either when i choose select zip file from SD
i tried all instructions and googling for days
i tried one click root
but the only thing i didn't try is
can i root my device using odin and old rooting package for android version 2.3.4 gingerbread although i am running android version 4.0.4 now??
regards;
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Duplicate thread.
Check. here
Flash ardatdats kernel v4 or higher (download it from here) and youll be done.
And if CWM Recovery is not recognizing zip files..
Dont put it in a FOLDER like
/sdcard/xyz folder/abcd.zip
Put it like
sdcard/abcd.zip
i.e. Directly in the basic folder of sdcard..
NOT in any folder like bluetooth,clockworkmod,android,DCIM etc.
This might solve your issue mate
Sent from my GT-I9103 using xda premium
DeepankarS said:
Duplicate thread.
Check. here
Flash ardatdats kernel v4 or higher (download it from here) and youll be done.
And if CWM Recovery is not recognizing zip files..
Dont put it in a FOLDER like
/sdcard/xyz folder/abcd.zip
Put it like
sdcard/abcd.zip
i.e. Directly in the basic folder of sdcard..
NOT in any folder like bluetooth,clockworkmod,android,DCIM etc.
This might solve your issue mate
Sent from my GT-I9103 using xda premium
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thanks for reply
if you read my post carefully
i put the zip file directly into sd card not inside any folder
problem still exist
armada_2004 said:
thanks for reply
if you read my post carefully
i put the zip file directly into sd card not inside any folder
problem still exist
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UPDATE
finally problem solved
thanks to everybody replied
the solution was to rename the zip file to update.zip
and choose option from CWR install.zip not the option to choose zip from sd card
now it is rooted !
thank you all
armada_2004 said:
thanks for reply
if you read my post carefully
i put the zip file directly into sd card not inside any folder
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What option do you chose while.chosing the zip in CWM?
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armada_2004 said:
UPDATE
finally problem solved
thanks to everybody replied
the solution was to rename the zip file to update.zip
and choose option from CWR install.zip not the option to choose zip from sd card
now it is rooted !
thank you all
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Good..
Sent from my GT-I9103 using xda app-developers app
armada_2004 said:
UPDATE
finally problem solved
thanks to everybody replied
the solution was to rename the zip file to update.zip
and choose option from CWR install.zip not the option to choose zip from sd card
now it is rooted !
thank you all
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Prefix [Solved] in subject..

Failure to install CWM zip

I searched for a thread with a similar thread but i couldn't find one.
SO here is my problem.
I am using CWM 5 and it refuses to install CWM zips for some reason. It gives status error 0 installation failed. I have no idea how to fix this problem. Will be grateful for your help.
Aniket.t20 said:
I searched for a thread with a similar thread but i couldn't find one.
SO here is my problem.
I am using CWM 5 and it refuses to install CWM zips for some reason. It gives status error 0 installation failed. I have no idea how to fix this problem. Will be grateful for your help.
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status 0 error comes due to bad binaries file. Just update binaries of that zip or give a shot from CWM 6.0.1.1.
kataria.vikesh said:
status 0 error comes due to bad binaries file. Just update binaries of that zip or give a shot from CWM 6.0.1.1.
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I'm at a loss here. How do i update binaries and could u explain this to me in a bit of detail( what are binaries? - Sorry for the newbie questions but Im only trying to learn)
Aniket.t20 said:
I'm at a loss here. How do i update binaries and could u explain this to me in a bit of detail( what are binaries? - Sorry for the newbie questions but Im only trying to learn)
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For updation of binaries->Just extract any CWM File of Galaxy R at your PC/mobile. It will show 2-3 folders. Go to Meta-info folder->In the end of Folders you will see 2 files. one is Update script & second is Update-binaries. These Wrong update binaries become problem of Status 0.
For flashing CWM 6.0.1.1-> Flash This file using CWM
Just click "Show Content" if you think you are Newbie.
kataria.vikesh said:
For updation of binaries->Just extract any CWM File of Galaxy R at your PC/mobile. It will show 2-3 folders. Go to Meta-info folder->In the end of Folders you will see 2 files. one is Update script & second is Update-binaries. These Wrong update binaries become problem of Status 0.
For flashing CWM 6.0.1.1-> Flash This file using CWM
Just click "Show Content" if you think you are Newbie.
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So CWM 6.0.1.1 will flash the zips irrespective of their binaries? And should i choose to update the binaries, How do i do it?
Aniket.t20 said:
So CWM 6.0.1.1 will flash the zips irrespective of their binaries? And should i choose to update the binaries, How do i do it?
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Hope you have CWM Flashed in your mobile, then Just Flash the file which is given by vikesh using CWM buddy everything will be fine....
mj.vikram said:
Hope you have CWM Flashed in your mobile, then Just Flash the file which is given by vikesh using CWM buddy everything will be fine....
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kataria.vikesh said:
For updation of binaries->Just extract any CWM File of Galaxy R at your PC/mobile. It will show 2-3 folders. Go to Meta-info folder->In the end of Folders you will see 2 files. one is Update script & second is Update-binaries. These Wrong update binaries become problem of Status 0.
For flashing CWM 6.0.1.1-> Flash This file using CWM
Just click "Show Content" if you think you are Newbie.
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Tried flashing via CWM 6.0.1.1 and it didnt work. Same status error 0
Aniket.t20 said:
Tried flashing via CWM 6.0.1.1 and it didnt work. Same status error 0
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Buddy, I have given then CWM 6.0.1.1. extract the inside files. Just follow the above process ( Copy paste of Update-binary file).
MJ buddy, I think we must create the Status error thread with solution coz its so hard to make understand "HOW TO" for the same.
kataria.vikesh said:
Buddy, I have given then CWM 6.0.1.1. extract the inside files. Just follow the above process ( Copy paste of Update-binary file).
MJ buddy, I think we must create the Status error thread with solution coz its so hard to make understand "HOW TO" for the same.
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Mj asked me to flash the CWM zip that u gave me so thats exactly what i did. I flashed the zip via CWM and then tried flashing the other zip files(which had failed earlier) and it didnt work. So to be clear - u want me to extract the zip u provided and replace the binaries in the zips(whose flashing failed) with the one from CWM 6.0.1.1 ? and then compress it into zip format (via winzip or winrar). Am i right ?
Aniket.t20 said:
Mj asked me to flash the CWM zip that u gave me so thats exactly what i did. I flashed the zip via CWM and then tried flashing the other zip files(which had failed earlier) and it didnt work. So to be clear - u want me to extract the zip u provided and replace the binaries in the zips(whose flashing failed) with the one from CWM 6.0.1.1 ? and then compress it into zip format (via winzip or winrar). Am i right ?
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Aniket can you please confirm one thing are you using Stock Recovery or CWM recovery presently if you are not sure please post the Picks... Have you ever flashed CWM on your device in some thread i have see that you are using Stock ROM so i am asking this...
Aniket.t20 said:
Mj asked me to flash the CWM zip that u gave me so thats exactly what i did. I flashed the zip via CWM and then tried flashing the other zip files(which had failed earlier) and it didnt work. So to be clear - u want me to extract the zip u provided and replace the binaries in the zips(whose flashing failed) with the one from CWM 6.0.1.1 ? and then compress it into zip format (via winzip or winrar). Am i right ?
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mj.vikram said:
Aniket can you please confirm one thing are you using Stock Recovery or CWM recovery presently if you are not sure please post the Picks... Have you ever flashed CWM on your device in some thread i have see that you are using Stock ROM so i am asking this...
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Yes buddy, so instead of compressing it, just use Winrar. open both files (i.e. error one & CMW)-> Delete update binaries file from Error one-> extract File (update binaries) from CWM.-> Just Drag & drop using mouse the extracted file to Error Ziped file-> Just press ok whatever Winrar says(it will add it in the file)-> Flash that error file now & report.
@MJ, i think you have made a thread regarding CWM errors..??
mj.vikram said:
Aniket can you please confirm one thing are you using Stock Recovery or CWM recovery presently if you are not sure please post the Picks... Have you ever flashed CWM on your device in some thread i have see that you are using Stock ROM so i am asking this...
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Stock ROM yes but i use CWM recovery for all practical purposes. As all zips are given in CWM flashable formats including ones as basic as Superuser.zip . Currently I am on X-perience ROM and im using CWM 6.0.1.1. before which i was using CWM 5.5.x

Can't install CWM

Hi
I have a Minix neo X5 and want to root the device so I followed the instruction on the thread below on this forum on how to root, here's where I am.
I recently flashed the latest minix neo x5 image and now want to root it, so I followed the instructions On the thread on this forum by first installing CWM. However after changing the CWM file to update and saying yes to install the screen shows an android logo with a red exclamation mark. After a few minutes the box reboots as normal with a message saying the firmware failed to load and do I want to delete the update file.. Any idea what's wrong
Thanks
Ray2013 said:
Hi
I have a Minix neo X5 and want to root the device so I followed the instruction on the thread below on this forum on how to root, here's where I am.
I recently flashed the latest minix neo x5 image and now want to root it, so I followed the instructions On the thread on this forum by first installing CWM. However after changing the CWM file to update and saying yes to install the screen shows an android logo with a red exclamation mark. After a few minutes the box reboots as normal with a message saying the firmware failed to load and do I want to delete the update file.. Any idea what's wrong
Thanks
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Sounds like a bad download of the cwm zip. I would try downloading another copy and trying again. Unfortunately, I don't think he posted the MD5's but the copy I downloaded worked so the MD5 should match the following:
496f1f16e6d4cc1d9e022003c9796af8
Artimis said:
Sounds like a bad download of the cwm zip. I would try downloading another copy and trying again. Unfortunately, I don't think he posted the MD5's but the copy I downloaded worked so the MD5 should match the following:
496f1f16e6d4cc1d9e022003c9796af8
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I tried again using this file and still the same result, CWM not installed
Just reinstalled official firmware again and tried to install CWM with the same result
I have been trying to install from 4gb class 6 SD card is this ok.
Or could I put the update on a USB stick or other location
Try putting the update.zip in internal "sdcard".
I downloaded mine to sdcard/downloads and renamed it. Then moved it to sdcard.
ColinB63 said:
Try putting the update.zip in internal "sdcard".
I downloaded mine to sdcard/downloads and renamed it. Then moved it to sdcard.
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I am pretty sure the zip needs to be in the root of the /sdcard folder (internal sdcard)

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