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Is there any guide or instructions how to root and flash the Desire with a new custom ROM?
Im so confused right now, rooted my Hero and flashed it dozen times but now its different with Desire. Plz someone help?
Take this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=672770
Do i have to make a goldcard if i have a unlocked and unbranded Desire in sweden? 0.80 bootloader...
I think you have to.
I've done it with a goldcard, have also a unclocked device.
Unbranded devices generally don't need gold cards.
cedeel said:
Unbranded devices generally don't need gold cards.
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Yep totally correct! If the handset was unbranded when new then no goldcard is needed. I didn't need one on mine.
socktug said:
Yep totally correct! If the handset was unbranded when new then no goldcard is needed. I didn't need one on mine.
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thx for the info, didn't know that
cedeel said:
Unbranded devices generally don't need gold cards.
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Thank you
So practicly what i have to do is this:
if you have a bootloader version 0.80.xxxx or below AND a current ROM of 1.21.xxx.x or below -
Part 1
Part 2
*- Copy the 'rooted update' you downloaded above to the root of your SD card, before replacing it into your device
*- Turn off your HTC desire, then turn it back on with the 'back' button held down. You'll see 'FASTBOOT' written on the screen in a red box.
*- Connect the phone to your computer, then run the 'test ruu' that you downloaded above (it may take a short while to start). Let the update complete and turn your device off as soon as it reaches the configuration wizard. If you need USB drivers, you can find them as part of the HTC Sync install.
*- Your device should now be off. Unplug the device from your computer. Turn it on again while holding down the 'volume down' button this time. The screen will look similar to before, but will say 'HBOOT' instead of 'FASTBOOT'. Use the volume buttons and the power button to select the 'RECOVERY' option. You should then see a screen with a red triangle - at this point, plug it into your Linux or OSX computer.
*- Now you need to unzip the 'push files' zip that you downloaded above. When you have done so, you'll see a file called 'recovery-linux.sh' or 'recovery-mac.sh'. Run the one appropriate to your operating system and the screen of your device should change to display the green recovery image menu.
*- In the recovery image (moving around using the optical trackball), select 'Wipe -> Wipe data /factory reset' then 'Flash zip from sdcard' and choose the rooted update. Confirm with the trackball and the update process will begin. It'll take a little while, so go make a nice cup of tea.
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I hope i havent forgot anything? Im pretty nervous right now :/
I don't want to confuse issues, but that one looks a bit out of date. it will work fine, but there is a newer slightly easier method now.
Are you confident in following basic instructions on using linux? I wasn't but it is so easy that anyone can do it!
Take a look here and see which one you prefer.
http://android.modaco.com/content/htc-desire-desire-modaco-com/308542/r4-htc-desire-easy-rooting-guide-with-tiny-core-linux/
All you need to do with this one is download the appropriate file, burn it to disc and type 4 commands in linux.
Or just use r5. The scripts are good and shouldn't cause any trouble. If you are on linux/mac you might need to change permissions on some files though.
socktug said:
I don't want to confuse issues, but that one looks a bit out of date. it will work fine, but there is a newer slightly easier method now.
Are you confident in following basic instructions on using linux? I wasn't but it is so easy that anyone can do it!
Take a look here and see which one you prefer.
http://android.modaco.com/content/htc-desire-desire-modaco-com/308542/r4-htc-desire-easy-rooting-guide-with-tiny-core-linux/
All you need to do with this one is download the appropriate file, burn it to disc and type 4 commands in linux.
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Without a doubt that seems easy, i just wonder if i can do it the same way with Ubuntu 9.10 ? Its because i have a livecd with Ubuntu but no empty cd to burn on
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Without a doubt that seems easy, i just wonder if i can do it the same way with Ubuntu 9.10 ? Its because i have a livecd with Ubuntu but no empty cd to burn on
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Try this one then! http://android.modaco.com/content/htc-desire-desire-modaco-com/307365/24-may-r5-htc-desire-rooting-guide-now-with-hboot-0-80-and-os-to-1-21-support/
socktug said:
Try this one then! http://android.modaco.com/content/htc-desire-desire-modaco-com/307365/24-may-r5-htc-desire-rooting-guide-now-with-hboot-0-80-and-os-to-1-21-support/
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That is the guide i read first, but now it seems there is a better solution with linux.
I'm not sure what newer method you mean?
At the end of the day, any of the methods posted here will work for you. The first one I pointed to with tiny core linux was for me the easiest.
Just give one of them a try and post back if you encounter any problems, if the worst happens and you make a mistake and cause the usb to be bricked, it can now be easilly fixed.
As far as I am aware there are no other issued you can run into if you follow the guides.
Yeay, i just found a cd-rw at home
I will now erase the disc, burn the .iso file on it and start rooting
Wish me luck!
Lol. Good luck. Once you start flashing custom roms, you will never be happy and want to keep trying more!
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Lol. Good luck. Once you start flashing custom roms, you will never be happy and want to keep trying more!
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I know Ive had a Hero for about a year now
you dont need to use linux anymore there is a windows method
all you need is to download the pushfiles and extract them in the desire root files click on recovery windows.bat when you get to the triangle on the desire it will take you to the recovery options
also ur device has to be connected with usb and dont remove the usb when you updating the rom
tori007 said:
you dont need to use linux anymore there is a windows method
all you need is to download the pushfiles and extract them in the desire root files click on recovery windows.bat when you get to the triangle on the desire it will take you to the recovery options
also ur device has to be connected with usb and dont remove the usb when you updating the rom
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That is the method to go to recovery after rooting. You still need to root first. Also, the windows method may be easier, but a lot of people are commenting on driver problems. The linux method is by far the least problematic.
Just my opinon of course!
i did not have any issue while rooting go to the hero section and use those drivers they worked fine for me
So I'm not fluent in the linux terminal. I'm basically illiterate, deaf and dumb. So here I am trying to root using toasts tutorial, How To Root The HTC EVO ~ Part-1 \0/
the forum won't let me post links yet., and apparently the software here thinks some part of the code I'm posting is a link.
Anyway I'm at this step,
- At this point it will boot into a rooted rom.
- YOU ARE NOW ROOT!!!
- rename the PC36IMG.zip on your sdcard:
- plug your phone into a usb port on your desktop and do:
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I may be root but I had a problem and had to redo this step... my sdcard was not being recognized. After reflashing/ updating I was able to access it again.
Now this rename the zip file step... I'm thinking if I rename it the code I'm supposed to enter isn't going to work. What should I rename it to?
How should I enter this code? first off my sd card isn't called sdcard it's called an 8 digit number.
I tried this (can't post the code for some reason) without changing the name of the zip file. I'm thinking I don't have the locations right because I know the file is in there.
I need some direction to get to the next step.
Thanks
Mods please move this thread....
to wherever it will get the most or correct exposure. Sorry if I put it in the wrong place.
i have no idea what your doing...i rooted via the unREVOked method...i had to downgrade to 2.1, then actually root...can u send me a PM with what tutorial your following? and also the current info you have for your phone, like what its running (2.1 or 2.2) and stuff of that nature.... we shall see if i can help, not sure but its worth a shot
okay form what i read you have already flashed the .zip. Make sure you clear your data and cache as these will cause boot loops if not cleared. Also you can rename the .zip to anything you want, this just makes it so the bootloader does not try to install the .zip a second time.
oshizzle1991 said:
i have no idea what your doing...i rooted via the unREVOked method...i had to downgrade to 2.1, then actually root...can u send me a PM with what tutorial your following? and also the current info you have for your phone, like what its running (2.1 or 2.2) and stuff of that nature.... we shall see if i can help, not sure but its worth a shot
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I'm running 2.1. I never upgraded. The tutorial I'm following is in thread #690762 I'll try to pm the link but I don't think they'll let me. I thought unrevoked wasn't a full root. I want to unlock nand. I'm also using Ubuntu here, not windows.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=690762
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okay form what i read you have already flashed the .zip. Also you can rename the .zip to anything you want, this just makes it so the bootloader does not try to install the .zip a second time.
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Nice looks like I'm allowed to put up links now... Thanks!
Yes I flashed the .zip my phone called it "updating" when it was going on.
Make sure you clear your data and cache as these will cause boot loops if not cleared.
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Do I do that from the boot menu?
Also you can rename the .zip to anything you want, this just makes it so the bootloader does not try to install the .zip a second time.
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I just removed the .zip part. What is the point of the next step, which I couldn't get to work, if I rename the file?
Code:
adb shell mv /sdcard/PC36IMG.zip /sdcard/root-PC36IMG.zip
Well I guess I'm going to start over and wait for the latest unrevoked to come back out. Thanks to everyone that tried to help. "NO ROOT FOR YOU!"
You have a lot to learn....
First of all, don't rename the sdcard, rename pc36img.zip. Just rename it to anything you want so boat loader doesn't recognize it and try to update itself. Next, you aren't utilizing root. You do have a rooted boot loader, but you are still using a protected recovery and rom. Install a custom recovery and flash a new rom so you can be cool.
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First of all, don't rename the sdcard, rename pc36img.zip
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Yes, I know I have a lot to learn. I didn't rename the sdcard, that wasn't possible. I figured part of the problem with getting this to work was the path. My sdcard wasn't called sdcard it was called some 8 digit number. I eventually worked around pushing the file to the sd card by installing the phone as a drive and dragging the file to the sdcard.
Just rename it to anything you want so boat loader doesn't recognize it and try to update itself.
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After I rebooted and updated/ flashed the file, I renamed the file on the sdcard by removing the .zip. I did this via disk drive on my laptop because I wasn't getting anywhere with the command line.
Again this part didn't make any sense to me, not that most of it does, but what was the point of the next command in the directions if I renamed the file?
Next, you aren't utilizing root. You do have a rooted boot loader, but you are still using a protected recovery and rom. Install a custom recovery and flash a new rom so you can be cool.
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Right "I have a lot to learn" I thought following the directions in toasts tutorial step by step would have gotten me to that point. I didn't realize I was just supposed to skip stuff when I run into problems. That kinda seems like what your telling me to do. I thought all of the commands were important.
I was hoping you had some follow up insight dkdude.
if you still on 2.1, try this method (just make sure the files aren't corrupted)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=741294
How to get S =off and superuser permissions
Make sure you are on 2.2.1 software and fastboot is turned off, usb debugging is turned on and phone not connected to computer via usb cable... before u attempt this.
First make sure you have visionary(downlod link) and terminal emulator(market) installed.
http://android.modaco.com/content/software/320350/19-nov-r14-visionary-one-click-root/
Place the visionary download file into sdcard and install the apk using astro file manager.
Root.rar (all files plus a script to make things a little easier. )
http://www.mediafire.com/?flit79p2y069bb3
md5sum: 46361b0cc8652d88688c0ab66d44950b
1. Download the root.rar file and unzip it to /sdcard on your device.(it should be a folder after unzip.[place the whole folder called root directly into sdcard])
2. Run VISIONary to gain temp root. Open visionary and check "set system r/w after root" then click on "temproot"..screen will go blank..thats normal.
Now open terminal and run some commands.
Terminal Emulator Method
3a. Start terminal emulator up on your device.(I prefer this method b/c you can see the output.)
a. type "su" + enter to gain root privileges.
b. Type "cd /sdcard/root" + enter.
c. Type "sh root.sh" + enter.
d. Follow the on screen prompts.
Turn off your phone and hold vol down and power. on the top u will see s =off.
select "fastboot" then shutdown or powerdown. Power you phone back on.
Open terminal and typr "su"..it will say permission denied. Thats normal
Now open visionary again. Make sure "set system r/w after root" checked then click on "temproot"..screen will go blank.. thats normal. Now click on "Attempt Permroot now" phone is reboot and you are all set
Go back into terminal and type "su" and it will say user permissions granted.
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Thanks to Mackster248 for makeing a youtube video on how to root. Disclaimer [This video tutorial uses visionary r11 and my guide uses visionary r14]
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHrtVzlsA_s
If any one is having problem with "su" permission denied, Try using visionary r11.
download link for: visionary r11 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9278164&postcount=899
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Flash a Custom ROM----Make sure fastboot is off and usb debugging is on.
1. Before we flash anything lets flash clockwork so that you are able to get into recovery. From the market download Rom manager(free). Open rom manager and click on "flash clockworkmod recovery". Wait few min. Rom manager will download and flash clockwork. Turn your phone off and Hold vol down and power. In the hboot menu select recovery and then the phone will restart. You will get a phone with yellow triangle error. Thats normal. Don't panic. Take the battery out for couple on min. Turn the phone back on. Open Rom manager again. Now click on "flash clockworkmod recovery". It will flash the recovery second time. We are doing this to make the clockworkmod stick. Now turn the phone off and see if you can get into recovery again. It should work.
2. Make sure you are permrooted and S =off. Also make sure you are able to get into recovery before you start flashing stuff. Download rom from XDA developers and save it to your computer.
3. Once it is saved, plug in your phone via USB cable and mount the SD card so we can save files to the sd card.
4. Copy the ROM’s .zip file over to the root of the sd card (NOT in any folders on the sd card, just on the root of the card) (do NOT extract it, leave it as a .zip).
5. In the custom recovery screen, select Nandroid then Backup and backup your current ROM.
6. Then select Wipe Data and wipe caches.
7. Then select Apply ".zip from sd card" and choose the ROM you downloaded earlier.
8. Once it is done flashing, click reboot system. Once it reboots, you are all set. Enjoy!
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Thanks to Mackster248 for makeing a youtube video on how to flash rom.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_vsW44lss
I am not responsable for damage to your device from flashing. Do this at your own risk.
Credit for these steps: http://theunlockr.com/2010/11/15/how...ryhboot-s-off/
Credit for these steps:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834225
Hey devs let me know if something need to be corrected in the steps.
Looks pretty good and Thank You. Only thing I noticed is the detailed steps for Rom Manager and clockwork are missing.
bobsbbq said:
Looks pretty good and Thank You. Only thing I noticed is the detailed steps for Rom Manager and clockwork are missing.
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Sure I will it in the guide in couple of days.
Nothing missing that I can see, looks pretty good.
My MyGlacier 4G MINE!!!
Well I thought since he is going to the extent on detailing all the steps he might as well talk about the ROM Manager and recovery. Someone will say how do I get in to custom recovery if it is not mentioned that it is needed. If you are going the detail route then this should be included IMHO. I think this will help many new users.
I meant as far as the s off and rom flashing. I agree with you though that cw needs to be outlined a little better I just didn't mention it b/c he said he was going to add it later.
My MyGlacier 4G MINE!!!
Added the Rom manager and clockwork recovery steps under "flashing new rom". Plz can someone make sure this thread stay on first page bec i have see if no one responds the old threads move to second page.
Thank you very much this is my first android phone and when I followed the other root guide I didn't press perm root in visionary (last step), and a mod should sticky this so that it stays on the first page
moustafaraslan said:
Thank you very much this is my first android phone and when I followed the other root guide I didn't press perm root in visionary (last step), and a mod should sticky this so that it stays on the first page
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I am glad I can help.
I also just flashed a rom using this tutorial and I can tell you it's pretty noob friendly. I mean I have flashed softwares on other phones but never on an android, once again great guide.
i followed this method and when it rebooted after the "perm root" my phone keeps getting this error: The process android.process.acore has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
I can't really use my phone at this point.. any suggestions?
thanks.
Is there a way to force the 2.2.1 update if on the stock 2.2? I've tried all methods so fat and can't seem to get it to update....there is no ruu file around?
Sent From HTC G2
Videos!
I actually just made how to videos on these two topics!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHrtVzlsA_s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_vsW44lss
I hope it helps some of the newcomers!
To the OP: Maybe if the vids are good enough you can put the links in the first post?
I'm still on 2.2 tho I'd love to get my my4g like yours ugh lol is there a way to force the 2.2.1 update? Or should i just wait :-(
Sent From HTC G2
poulosjr said:
I'm still on 2.2 tho I'd love to get my my4g like yours ugh lol is there a way to force the 2.2.1 update? Or should i just wait :-(
Sent From HTC G2
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Just wait, how long have you had the phone? On my first mt4g it took over a day to get my OTA update, but on my second one it only took an hour till I got mine. I've seen some people not get it till almost a week later.
peez206 said:
i followed this method and when it rebooted after the "perm root" my phone keeps getting this error: The process android.process.acore has stopped unexpectedly. Please try again.
I can't really use my phone at this point.. any suggestions?
thanks.
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Either Nandroid back or perform fix permissions via rom manager application.
i was never able to install the rom manager after it rebooted.. i only have maybe less than a second to do anything until the next force close pops back up.
Ive had it 3 days my g2 got the update like within 45min lol
peez206 said:
i was never able to install the rom manager after it rebooted.. i only have maybe less than a second to do anything until the next force close pops back up.
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Not really sure what went wrong. Did u make sure u were on 2.2.1 before you preformed the root method. I have tried these methods and never failed yet.
mackster248 said:
I actually just made how to videos on these two topics!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eHrtVzlsA_s
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ah_vsW44lss
I hope it helps some of the newcomers!
To the OP: Maybe if the vids are good enough you can put the links in the first post?
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Hey Mackster248 the videos look good. The only thing is the root video by u uses visionary r11 and so visionary r14 has more options than last version so some people might get confused. what u say?
What is it and why am I getting this prompt? I'm rooted with 2.3.4
Obviously I shouldn't accept this update but does anyone know what this is?
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Hi. I am new.
I just installed the ROM 2.3.4 last night that was posted in the xda forum(upgraded manually from 2.2 on a Unrevoked rooted Dinc).
I installed the 4.06 ROM and I am reading the official was 4.08...
Do I need another upgrade? Or is this 'the' upgrade that is for root users?
Not trying to steal your post ugxvibe. both of our questions might have similar answers.
if you update will you lose root control? What about all the apps? I'm most concerned about not being able to tether...
Just flash wildstangs 4.08.605.2 ota rom. It is the newest ota update, but already rooted.
how do I do that? Through rom manager?
Is there a way to stop the update reminder from popping up without actually installing it? I'm afraid I might mess up my phone and don't want to risk losing everything g on it.
Guys, to stop the prompt from appearing just press install and it will try to reboot but will just error and u will never see it again trust me .
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d-pabs said:
how do I do that? Through rom manager?
Is there a way to stop the update reminder from popping up without actually installing it? I'm afraid I might mess up my phone and don't want to risk losing everything g on it.
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Yes thru rom manager.
You can dissable the notifications by editing your /system/build.prop file. Look for:
ro.config.htc.nocheckin = 0
and change the 0 to a 1. If you dont see that line add it somewhere in the file.
I went to make the nocheckin = 1 modification, but I already had it, and I'm still getting the update notifications. Not even sure how it got there. All I've done is root with Unrevoked, maybe that does the edit?
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I went to make the nocheckin = 1 modification, but I already had it, and I'm still getting the update notifications. Not even sure how it got there. All I've done is root with Unrevoked, maybe that does the edit?
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It should have worked, you may need to clear the cache partition. Or there is another method go to /etc/security and rename otacerts.zip to otacerts.zip.bak
Like what was said above...
If you have Clockwork or some other custom recovery, if you just allow it to update when prompted, it will not install and will cause no other problems. You must have the stock recovery in order for the update to install.
It CANNOT install if you don't have the stock recovery.
But, I would also go into the /cache directory and find the update file and zap it (It will be obvious). I just use ADB and "rm" it from my PC. You could use root explorer or something. Otherwise you will have a big update file just sitting there and hogging space.
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It should have worked, you may need to clear the cache partition. Or there is another method go to /etc/security and rename otacerts.zip to otacerts.zip.bak
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I found the file thru root explorer but cannot change it due to message that says it's read only. other options?
Thanks.
bgtruitt said:
I found the file thru root explorer but cannot change it due to message that says it's read only. other options?
Thanks.
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At the top of the screen in Root Explorer, change r/o to r/w. Then make your change.
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im rooted n using the clockworld mod for roms, I attempted to run the 4.08 update from User wildstang following the instructions but after installing the update n rebooting it just sits at "Dorid incredible" white screen and never boots. I may be doing something wrong here, can someone break it down for me? suggestions?
NOTE: I use CWMR 5X. Some wipe options below are not included in earlier recovery versions. Still wipe what is available the best you can.
1. Put the Rom on the root of your SD Card
2. Compare MD5 Sum
Windows: MD5 Calculator
LINUX: Open Terminal and type: md5sum [path to the rom on your sd card]
Mac: Open a terminal and type: md5 [path to the rom on your sd card]
3. Reboot to Recovery
4. Wipe these:
Main Screen:
wipe data/factory reset - x2
wipe cache partition - x2
Advanced:
Wipe Dalvik Cache - x3
Wipe Battery Stats - optional
Mounts and Storage:
Format-
/boot - x2
/system - x2
/datadata - x2
/data - x2
/cache - x2
5. Install Rom from SD Card by going back and selecting install from SD card.
6. Reboot and enjoy!
followed each step to the letter but still wont boot : /
Ok i changed nothing in the method of installing the rom and for whatever reason it worked!! 4.08 now phone is 10X faster and im loving it. Only issue i see now is i cannot get back into clockworld mod! why is that? i hold down power and vol down for a long time and when release it just starts the boot sequence any suggestions?
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Ok i changed nothing in the method of installing the rom and for whatever reason it worked!! 4.08 now phone is 10X faster and im loving it. Only issue i see now is i cannot get back into clockworld mod! why is that? i hold down power and vol down for a long time and when release it just starts the boot sequence any suggestions?
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Uncheck fastboot in menu > applications.
Thank you sir.
clutchdroid said:
Ok i changed nothing in the method of installing the rom and for whatever reason it worked!! 4.08 now phone is 10X faster and im loving it. Only issue i see now is i cannot get back into clockworld mod! why is that? i hold down power and vol down for a long time and when release it just starts the boot sequence any suggestions?
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I had the same problem, but after two times running the install its still getting the hang. Hopefully I'll get better luck on try #3.
Did you figure out what caused the temporary issue?
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I had the same problem, but after two times running the install its still getting the hang. Hopefully I'll get better luck on try #3.
Did you figure out what caused the temporary issue?
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I may have missed a format inside mounts and storage make sure you hit them all.
cmlusco said:
Yes thru rom manager.
You can dissable the notifications by editing your /system/build.prop file. Look for:
ro.config.htc.nocheckin = 0
and change the 0 to a 1. If you dont see that line add it somewhere in the file.
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OK I've found the file you're talking about and it doesn't have that line in it so I need to add it. I can't easily get access to a computer right now to run the command line on my phone so i have been trying to use the terminal emulator instead. It says I doesn't have a text editor...is there a way to edit via the emulator? Do you wkno which commands to use?
Thanks again
Yep, still having a minor issue with this. I have added the line suggested and I have cleared my cache yet I still get periodic prompts to install the update. I'm not really keen on doing so. Can anyone else suggest a way to stop the (weekly) prompts?
Thanks
First off, let me say that I did not develop this schtuff and all thanks should go to those that did. Special thanks to noobnl (his thread here), mskip and TeamEpic for all their work.
A note about these instructions:
They're long and may seem a little daunting to those that aren't experienced. Please don't let that deter you as they've been written to be as simple and easy to follow as is reasonably possible assuming you can work a Windows PC and extract a zip file.
==> If you encounter problems with these instructions, please check the FAQ in the post following this one. <==
For video instructions (courtesy of qbking77) scroll to the bottom of this post.
General Disclaimer:
Use these tools and this guide at your own risk. Doing these things wrong/improperly/etc. has the ability to completely ruin your device and YOU assume all risk and responsibility if that happens.
Also note that rooting WILL violate the manufacturers warranty on the device making it ineligible for warranty repair. If you have insurance on the device however, they MAY still replace it for the cost of your deductible.
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Non-ADB Root instructions (Windows Only):
First, the non-dangerous, standard user stuff:
Download and install the Samsung USB drivers from Samsung's website: http://downloadcenter.samsung.com/c...nt_L710_GSIII_Samsung_USB_Driver_v1_4_6_0.exe
Turn on Debugging on your Phone
Open Settings
Select "Developer options" in the System section
Check the box for "USB Debugging"
Press "OK" to confirm.
Plug you phone up to your computer using the USB cable and allow the drivers to install.
Download CMW_SuperUser_v3.07.zip from the bottom of this post
I recommend making yourself a nice little GS3 folder in your downloads folder for all this stuff so it's easy to find
DO NOT UNZIP!!
Copy CMW_SuperUser_v3.07.zip on to the Root of your GS3s INTERNAL storage (if you put it into a folder, you may have a hard time finding it later, but that's on you).
DO NOT UNZIP!!
Unplug your phone
Power off your phone
Now, this is the part that can BRICK your phone so follow ALL instructions CAREFULLY!!
Download Odin3-v3.04 from the bottom of this post
Extract Odin3-v3.04 into it's own folder somewhere where you can easily find it.
Download clockworkmod.tar from the bottom of this post to somewhere you can easily find it.
Reboot your phone into download mode
Hold down Volume Down, Home and then the Power button until the Warning!! message is displayed
Press Volume Up to continue.
Your phone should now be in download mode, displaying a green Android and say Downloading. If it is not, power off your phone by holding down the power button and then try to get into Download mode again. Do NOT progress until you have done so.
Go into the folder you extracted Odin3 into and run Odin3 v3.04.exe (you may have to Right-Clik => Run as Administrator)
Connect your phone to your computer via USB. Drivers may install again; if this happens, allow them to finish before progressing.
In Odin, the COM box all the way to the left should turn blue and it should say Added!! in the Message area.
Click on PDA and in the Open window that pops up navigate to and open the clockworkmod.TAR file you downloaded earlier
Verify that Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time are checked
Click Start. Once the process is completed you device should automatically reboot and there will be a green PASS! box in the upper left of the window. You can then close Odin.
Power off your device and boot into Recovery mode
To boot into Recovery mode: Hold down Volume Up, Home and then the Power button until the device begins to power on then release all 3.
You'll know you're in recover mode when it says "CWM-based Recovery" at the top of the screen
Install CMW_SuperUser_v3.07.zip that you copied onto your internal memory
Navigating ClockWorkMod Recovery: Use the Volume Up and Down rocker to change the highlighted option and the Home button to select an option. The Back softkey works, but will not be lit and will take you back one screen.
Installing a zip:
Select "Install zip from sdcard" (Yes, I know it's on the internal storage.)
Select "Choose zip from sdcard"
Select the zip you want to install; in this case CWM_SuperUser_v3.0.7.zip
Select "Yes" to begin installing
Once the process has completed use the Back arrow to get back to the main recovery screen (Remember: it works, but it's not lit) and select "reboot system now." Once your device boots up you should now be 'Rooted,' but there's still a few more things to be done
Install BusyBox. There are actually several ways to do this, but the BusyBox app in the Google Play Market is quick and easy.
Install BusyBox (this is a link to the online verison of the Google Play store. You can actually follow this link and install it from there and it will get pushed to your phone. Alternatively, just search for BusyBox in the Google Play store and it should be the first app in the search results from author Stephen (Stericson))
Open BusyBox Free from your App Drawer
Allow it Root access when it prompts you
Tap the red "X" to close the dialog window that pops up
Allow BusyBox to scan you phone
Tap "Install" to install BusyBox and make the necessary file changes.
Update your Binaries.
Open the Superuser App from the App Drawer
Get into settings (the wrench icon in the upper right of the screen)
Select Su binary under the General section towards the bottom of the list
Select Update
Your device is now rooted and all set.
How to video (YouTube): http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7Soapch0c5U
Thanks again to qbking77 for the instructions video!
P.S. If you are a developer or I have used some of your material and/or you feel you should be credited, please let me know and I will update this post.
Frequently Asked Questions
This FAQ is in the works as more questions roll in so I'll do my best to keep it updated.
Q: Odin failed! What do I do!?
A: Try plugging your USB cable into a different USB port on your computer and/or try a different USB cable (Odin's picky about the cable). The drivers may install again; if so, wait for them to finish. After that, verify that the device shows as Added in Odin again and click start again. If that still fails, try unchecking F. Reset Time box and removing any MicroSD card you have in the device, plug the device into (yet another) USB port and try again.
Q: Will these instructions work for other US (LTE) versions of the GS3?
A: I have not personally tested this method on any other versions of the GS3 but uoY_redruM and carrrnuttt (and others) have confirmed that this method works for the T-Mobile version as well. It should in theory also work for the AT&T and Verizon versions, though that's unconfirmed at this point.
Q: Ok, so I've got Root. What now?
A: That's entirely up to you. Root allows a near endless amount of customizatoin, but some of the most commonly sought after benefits of Root are these:
Root Only applications. These allow you to simply do more with your phone or tweak the way it functions. Some that I personally recommend are:
Titanium Backup and its Pro Key => For making backups of your apps, app data and system data and uninstalling or freezing Bloatware.
Quick Boot => For booting drectily to recovery or Download Mode (listed as Bootloader in the App)
Removing Bloatware => I recommend Titanium Backup for this
Loading custom ROMs. There aren't many floating around just yet, but I expect that'll change soon as the ball gets rolling.
Excellent write-up. Thanks. Now can we install custom roms from other forums or do we have to specifically wait for any to come up here.
Great write up! very easy and simple
daniel06gt said:
Excellent write-up. Thanks. Now can we install custom roms from other forums or do we have to specifically wait for any to come up here.
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You should wait for any specific Sprint Galaxy S3 ROMs that get posted if you want to ROM your phone. I'm sure some will be popping up by the end of the weekend so I wouldn't expect that you'll have to wait too long
Excellent write up, though I don't see the difference in methods; maybe because I speed read it but if you follow noobnl's method, you basically do the same thing, minus the adb to set the permissions, though if you install busybox, its the same goal. Again great because some people are afraid of adb.
Very nice work... I'll get a how to video going very soon!
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Great write-up! Thanks for taking the time to do this.
Thanks for writing this up!
teh roxxorz said:
Excellent write up, though I don't see the difference in methods; maybe because I speed read it but if you follow noobnl's method, you basically do the same thing, minus the adb to set the permissions, though if you install busybox, its the same goal. Again great because some people are afraid of adb.
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Yes, this and noobl's method are pretty much the same, the main reason for this post is to put the method into an easy-to-read step-by-step format that's easy for beginners to follow. Remember, we were all beginners at some point
I come from HTC so Odin is new to me, this guide is little more friendly than noobl's method. Although either would suffice this is just pretty clearly laid out.
Look forward to root.
Very nice and simple
Thank you. Now let the games begin....
cypher_zero said:
[...]Remember, we were all beginners at some point
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While I expect a fair amount of carry-overs from Sprint Epic's and Epic Touch's, I also expect a large influx of excited users who haven't used a Galaxy S phone before.
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How to video is done! Just have to compile and upload it
qbking77 said:
How to video is done! Just have to compile and upload it
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Always on the ball qbking77 gotta add galaxy s 3 to your signature now =)
teh roxxorz said:
Excellent write up, though I don't see the difference in methods; maybe because I speed read it but if you follow noobnl's method, you basically do the same thing, minus the adb to set the permissions, though if you install busybox, its the same goal. Again great because some people are afraid of adb.
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I hate adb that shiit is tedious LOL
tj.iscool said:
I hate adb that shiit is tedious LOL
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You can always script a bat file or two, saves always rewriting commands.
tj.iscool said:
I hate adb that shiit is tedious LOL
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I actually prefer adb over one click roots.
Something about seeing what your doing and sense of accomplishment lol
cypher_zero said:
Yes, this and noobl's method are pretty much the same, the main reason for this post is to put the method into an easy-to-read step-by-step format that's easy for beginners to follow. Remember, we were all beginners at some point
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No qualms there, just making sure I didn't miss anything. Though you are right, it may be hard for a beginner to follow noob's more experienced cut throat guide. Kudos.