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[Q] ARCHOS 70B ereader....hakk it yeeee!!(?)

Let it now be hacked by the USA! France, those silly, um, baguette-eaters, via Bloggee, has several videos and some forums (in French) showing (but I don't think explaining) a hacked Archos 70B ereader/tablet. Can we get there??
I'd like to see a guide for hacking this 130 euro Android tablet!
About: I AM A N00B. I AM UNWORTHY! You are all wiser and cooler and better at all of this than me. I cannot write code, except some CSS and HTML, blah blah beginner stuff. I was the guy that jailbroke friends' iPhones when we studied in Italy. I like learning how to do things, but can't get extremely in depth, though I respect the process and the art behind it. Currently, my iPhone died so for a phone I have a quad-band Huawei J2SE POS I couldn't modify much, and a netbook with dual-boot Win7/Linux. Now in Germany, I bought a lovely Archos 70B ereader, and while it does the job of ereader, it's ugly and clunky and I want to hack it into running a cleaner, prettier Android ROM (with marketplace) since this seems to be a new device with a lot of potential.
Questions that haven't been answered by looking through these forums, and that I have encountered trying to customize my tablet:
Trying to get marketplace, I finally found an .apk to download, but trying to install, it said (paraphrase) "Only works with Froyo." SOO, Android's various versions (Eclair, Froyo, Gingerbread, Honeycomb, etc) while all the same OS in a way, prevent apps compatible with one version from being installed onto another version. It's like trying to install Win95 stuff on XP, or Win7 stuff on XP. Correct?
Issue: Finding Eclair-compatible .apk files. Where are they? Or, can Eclair apps be installed on other builds of Android, & vice versa?
Trying to upgrade the hardware to Froyo, well, I can't find anything. If a machine has the minimum hardware specs, why is installing any version an issue? Why can't I just search certain websites for an installer package and then use it, like a Windows or Linux .ISO, etc?
Issue: Upgrading from one Android OS/version to another (Eclair to Froyo, Froyo to Gingerbread, Eclair to Gingerbread)
Trying to upgrade firmware on device, I've found that Archos' website has no downloads for 70B ereader...HMMM. Issue, much? My firmware on the device is 1.0.1. There is no "Update Firmware" option or anything, and the firmware display is grayed out, so you can't touch it for further details or anything.
Issue: How do I update/backup/recover firmware for this device (or any, I guess)
While I have found guides to using Nandroid to backup a system in case of issues, they all seem to require that you have Marketplace so you can get Nandroid...and since this Archos version of Android doesn't have Marketplace...I've tried AppBrain Appmarket but the webpage isn't helpful: it says dl nandroid from marketplace or navigate there on my device's browser, but my device's browser won't download the APK when I visit the site. How does one get nandroid and a solid backup without marketplace? (.apk anywhere??)
Permanent rooting on this device; currently I use Z4Root and do temporary rooting, since 1) that's what guides said worked and 2) I don't know if permanently rooting my device will somehow destroy my data or be unrecoverable without further restore options.
Issue: Permanent root vs. temporary root (and why use one or the other)
Installing a custom ROM. In short, because I just am not clear, can someone clarify for me? Is this like basically wiping the HDD to all 0's, down to the first sector, and installing an entire new OS (called a "ROM") onto the HDD? I know a flash HDD is different than a circular spinning drive with Windows and an MBR, etc, but I'm curious if a custom ROM erases EVERYTHING, including a flash drive equivalent to all recovery/installer partitions. Or is there a tiny partition left and, if the factory reset button is pushed, that reinstalls/recovers everything? If that is not the case, then don't I need stock Archos ROM to reinstall/recover, if I wanted to go back to that?
Issue: Does a custom ROM completely wipe a HDD all to 0's, and if so, how does recovery work if using a device-specific build for Android (like Archos')
Maybe nobody cares about this tablet, and sure it's slow, but having a sub-$200 Android tablet would rock, and figuring out how to root and ROM and customize a device would be great.
Also, I want to say that most important is knowing if/how/why I can return to my stock Archos version of Android if dissatisfied; second most importantly is how to improve this (and any) device with a crappy tweaked Android OS into a pretty and fast (with marketplace) Android OS.
THANKS

Current for Archos 70B
Model Number A7EB
Firmware Version 1.0.1
Kernel Version 2.6.25 [email protected] #14
Build Number v.0.18.ECLAIR.eng.root.20110324.142810
Have successfully rooted (temporarily, until reboot) via Z4root.
Currently trying to use ArcTools...I had the site linked, and lots of other nifty links throughout, but xda handicaps us n00bs until 8 posts. So no links. Sorry.

Currently...
stuck at the same place as these people, pretty much.
http
forum.archosfans.com
viewtopic.php?f=82&t=51066
sorry for breaking it up. insert slashes to go to the link, or just visit the forum and search for Archos 70b.
currently looking into loading the (much nicer-looking) Voltaire firmware onto the 70b, if the parts are the same...hope i don't get a spanish installer program

BQReaders voltaire is exactly same hardware than archos 70b ereader,
BQReaders voltaire use a "standard" google android interface: android market, no application install restriction, google account sync etc.
Rom install procedure:
Download 3 zips from bqreaders.com website:
Usb device driver, MSWindows upgrade software, bqreader voltaire firmware.
1. Uncompress the 3 zips on your windows desktop
2. Turn off the 70b
3. Connect 70b to your PC using the usb link
4. press and lock right arrow button on 70b
5. press and lock power button
6. windows detects a neu device.
7. remove locks on keys and install the new device using uncompressed drivers.
9. Run the upgrade softwarelancer: RKAndroidBatchUpgrade.exe (if driver is correctly installed, youshould see the square "1" in device upgrade area in green color.
10. Check "image", and select the firmware (.img) décompressé.
11. click on Upgrade.
12. The square blink in "orange" color.
13. The device restarts.
14. unconnect usb link
15. the upgrade procedure continue on 70b screen.
16. the device restarts showing "bq" logo
17. screen calibration.
Warning: all internal flash data is lost!

stopdatrue said:
BQReaders voltaire is exactly same hardware than archos 70b ereader,
BQReaders voltaire use a "standard" google android interface: android market, no application install restriction, google account sync etc.
Rom install procedure:
Download 3 zips from bqreaders.com website:
Usb device driver, MSWindows upgrade software, bqreader voltaire firmware.
1. Uncompress the 3 zips on your windows desktop
2. Turn off the 70b
3. Connect 70b to your PC using the usb link
4. press and lock right arrow button on 70b
5. press and lock power button
6. windows detects a neu device.
7. remove locks on keys and install the new device using uncompressed drivers.
9. Run the upgrade softwarelancer: RKAndroidBatchUpgrade.exe (if driver is correctly installed, youshould see the square "1" in device upgrade area in green color.
10. Check "image", and select the firmware (.img) décompressé.
11. click on Upgrade.
12. The square blink in "orange" color.
13. The device restarts.
14. unconnect usb link
15. the upgrade procedure continue on 70b screen.
16. the device restarts showing "bq" logo
17. screen calibration.
Warning: all internal flash data is lost!
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IMPORTANT QUESTION !!
Can i downgrade when i do this ^^ ?

i have found this:
xxx:xxx.archoslounge.net/forum/showthread.php?t=17642&p=275535&viewfull=1#post275535
^^
firmware_Archos70bereader.zip
xxxx:xxx.multiupload.com/U8MOUTWI5T

Does not work
It crashes at 99%. Luckily I had a recovery image.
I followed all the steps but can't get the image to install properly

We really need a rooted version of the BQ Voltaire software. Mine has now crashed twice since using it. If I could backup it wouldnt be nearly so bad.
The temporary root doesnt seem to work for me.

I have recently brought the Archos 70B ereader. I would like to know how to perform a factory restore. I have already tried to the reset button on the back, but that's just resulting in turning of the device. I also noticed the startup wizard on the setting menu, which after adjusting the startup setting is adding the factory apps back to the device. However, it does not seem to erase the whole internal memory like a real factory restore would do.
Does anyone knows how to perform a real hardreset on the reader?
Thanx.

I have upgraded my 70b succesfully with the BQ firmware.
It runs nicely tho it seems the battery is having a hard time.
So far i haven't managed to get it to last for more then a day.
Currently testing with juice defender to see if it helps.
I noticed some questions about reinstalling the default archos image (factory reset). The procedure to do this is the same as the installation of the BQ firmware. You just need to select the correct image.
So make sure you have both the archos and the bq image before attempting the upgrade. When you brick it, use the installation procedure to get it back to life.
However, when done properly, the BQ firmware should work.
Note: The drivers are not compatible with a 64bit OS. I flashed mine with an old XP-32 running laptop where WIN7-64 would fail.

I have a bq Voltaire running latest firmware (1.0.8) an i was able to temp root with Universal Androot.
will try to perm root and report back
...but is there any rom with software buttons (back, home, menu)?
because the bq does not have them...
cheers
EDIT: was unable to perm root with either Universal Androot or z4root...

I also have the software installed BQ. Works perfectly. I can not say that the batterylif is a problem. BQ software works much better tehn de the Archos Software.

The Archos 70 b eReaders and BQ Voltaire tablet run with the firmware Voltaire_20110699_v2.0.9.-2 _update.img very stable. For some days has been there one for this equipment android 2.2 version. There were some crahs on my device with that and moving the Apps on a SD card also doesn't work.
A rooted version with containedly in the Link2SD (you can move the Apps on SD card) the above-mentioned version in the link. E.g. an optimal mode of operation is possible with a 32 GB SD card class 10.
The Mini tool partition software can with standalone the SD card be formatted into 2 partitions. 1st partition FAT32 (e.g. 28 GB) 2nd partition ext3 (rest) both primary.
The approx. 2 GB suffice for many Apps.
For link see Archosfans forum. (i can't write link here)

Works like a charm with the Voltaire rom!
So THANX guys

how to remove key locks ?
stopdatrue said:
BQReaders voltaire is exactly same hardware than archos 70b ereader,
BQReaders voltaire use a "standard" google android interface: android market, no application install restriction, google account sync etc.
Rom install procedure:
Download 3 zips from bqreaders.com website:
Usb device driver, MSWindows upgrade software, bqreader voltaire firmware.
1. Uncompress the 3 zips on your windows desktop
2. Turn off the 70b
3. Connect 70b to your PC using the usb link
4. press and lock right arrow button on 70b
5. press and lock power button
6. windows detects a neu device.
7. remove locks on keys and install the new device using uncompressed drivers.
9. Run the upgrade softwarelancer: RKAndroidBatchUpgrade.exe (if driver is correctly installed, youshould see the square "1" in device upgrade area in green color.
10. Check "image", and select the firmware (.img) décompressé.
11. click on Upgrade.
12. The square blink in "orange" color.
13. The device restarts.
14. unconnect usb link
15. the upgrade procedure continue on 70b screen.
16. the device restarts showing "bq" logo
17. screen calibration.
Warning: all internal flash data is lost!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hallo all and thank you for this great manual.
I allready prepared all: downloads, installing usb and uncompressing and so on, tryed many times, but my problem is your point 7): remove key-locks. , whichj I didn´read clearly before and thats why I want to install any new system on my/our Archos BQVoltaire: My daughter played with the login until it was locked and I do not have any Google-Password to unlock this. Nor dont know, how to hard reset or anything else. I am just a user, nothing else. Tried everything, but didn´t get it.
Do anybody hav an idea, how I can solve this, I would be really happy. Thx a lot in advance.

Giant THANKS, is easy as instruction say, and works a charm...now i have a tablet instead of a****!
stopdatrue said:
BQReaders voltaire is exactly same hardware than archos 70b ereader,
BQReaders voltaire use a "standard" google android interface: android market, no application install restriction, google account sync etc.
Rom install procedure:
Download 3 zips from bqreaders.com website:
Usb device driver, MSWindows upgrade software, bqreader voltaire firmware.
1. Uncompress the 3 zips on your windows desktop
2. Turn off the 70b
3. Connect 70b to your PC using the usb link
4. press and lock right arrow button on 70b
5. press and lock power button
6. windows detects a neu device.
7. remove locks on keys and install the new device using uncompressed drivers.
9. Run the upgrade softwarelancer: RKAndroidBatchUpgrade.exe (if driver is correctly installed, youshould see the square "1" in device upgrade area in green color.
10. Check "image", and select the firmware (.img) décompressé.
11. click on Upgrade.
12. The square blink in "orange" color.
13. The device restarts.
14. unconnect usb link
15. the upgrade procedure continue on 70b screen.
16. the device restarts showing "bq" logo
17. screen calibration.
Warning: all internal flash data is lost!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse

Point 7) of the instruction ????
Maybe for you woks like a charm. :good: Congratulations, fine for you.
But my problem has not been solved, since july last year!! I understand the entire instruction, already downloaded all indicated files, but as I already mentioned, my problem is point 7 of the instructions: "7. remove locks on keys and install the new device using uncompressed drivers"
.
The thread here is called something like "how to hakk keylocked installation...". Isn´t it?
But in Point 7) says: ".. remove locks on keys..." !!! What a fool is this, it is ridiculous. If I could remove this f... keylock manually, so why should I make a hard-reset.??? This is the REASON for what I´m going to do this !!!
My Archos ereader is not stolen nor part of any fraud. It just were handled foolish form my daughter, which is 10 y old.
Ok, if anybody have another idea, how to remove this keylock, you are welcome, thx

cvesch said:
I have upgraded my 70b succesfully with the BQ firmware.
It runs nicely tho it seems the battery is having a hard time.
So far i haven't managed to get it to last for more then a day.
Currently testing with juice defender to see if it helps.
I noticed some questions about reinstalling the default archos image (factory reset). The procedure to do this is the same as the installation of the BQ firmware. You just need to select the correct image.
So make sure you have both the archos and the bq image before attempting the upgrade. When you brick it, use the installation procedure to get it back to life.
However, when done properly, the BQ firmware should work.
Note: The drivers are not compatible with a 64bit OS. I flashed mine with an old XP-32 running laptop where WIN7-64 would fail.
Click to expand...
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For me it was the same. The drivers are working only on 32-bit win WinToUSB - cool tool, if you don't want to reinstall your win.
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[GUIDE] win 8 bootable from usb disk

hello everyone,
I'm not used to post here but I thought i could share what i've done.
(excuse my english, i'm french)
i tried to install the win 8 dev preview on my packardbell OneTwo M3770, that is to say, a pc with a touch screen. I tried the virtualbox method, both with 32B and 64B editions but it didn't work. i just obtained a black screen displaying en error code and asking to reboot.
so i managed to plug a USB disk to install it.
I found a method to use an usb stick (i installed myself on an usb HD 140Go)
just type "developper preview boot vhd" in Google and take the first link.
there is descritpions with command lines using diskpart
it's in french but easy to understand i think
you just have to mind the drive letters in the different command line and it's all done. (my H: drive in win7 became an E: in win 8)
now i can use the metro interface with a 23" touchscreen and it's awesome.
some bugs in the metro IE10 (especially with xda dev! )
need time to get used to commands, it took me a few minutes to uderstand how it works.
Using a win phone 7 too i found my way.
Now i can say that the touchscreen is usefull, that was not the case with win7, too many "finger inviting" program existing.
i hope this can be usefull for someone.
Franck

LOL i have a simple method : Format your usb disk from windows(fat 32),download from internet Magic ISO, with this program select the image and extract it to your usb disk.Done

khrisstyan said:
LOL i have a simple method : Format your usb disk from windows(fat 32),download from internet Magic ISO, with this program select the image and extract it to your usb disk.Done
Click to expand...
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Edit: my bad, that's what I get for skimming.

Won't work if you don't have the bootmgr files found that out...
Sent from my always rooted never bricked SPH-D700...

You guys might not know that Microsoft USB DVD Tool from MS can also get the ISO of Windows 8 to USB easily.

fuyooo... wanna try this...
thank

Easy way to install windows 8 to a usb device :
You need imagex from waik for this to work.
Extract the windows 8 developer preview iso to c:\win8
Plug a usb device in, either a mem stick of 16 gig or higher, or a usb hd.
Lets assume usb drive is h:\
Open cmd as administrator.
If you installed waik, you have imagex.
Use following cmd :-
Imagex /apply c:\win8\sources\install.wim 1 h:
Wait for the image to apply.
When done, install the boot files.
Bcdboot h:\windows /s h:
Once completed, select your boot device at bios boot menu, and watch windows 8 continue installation.
Once installed, it should also boot on other pcs too.
If imagex didnt work, be sure to be in folder where imagex file is located when u run the command.
Hope this helps some people. Sorry, its a pretty concise post, as im on my galaxy cheers.
Sent from my GT-I9000 using xda premium

delete
10 char

qwerty warrior said:
delete
10 char
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and this means ?

Strike_Eagle said:
You guys might not know that Microsoft USB DVD Tool from MS can also get the ISO of Windows 8 to USB easily.
Click to expand...
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Agreed!!!!!!
I use a 8gig sdcard and it works a charm on my asus n i can now dual boot only thing is can't load any of the apps
EDIT: Blue poison 2.2 takes care of everything. Loving it Looks like will be booting into 8 instead of 7 for the time being n c how it goes for daily tasks.

Method without the need of an extra tool:
run cmd as admin
type "list disk" - lookup the number of your stick
type "select disk [nr]" - replace [nr]
type "clean"
type "create partition primary"
type "active"
type "format fs=fat32 quick"
type "assign"
type "exit"
Now mount image and simply copy all files from image to the stick.. You could also use WinRAR to extract the image to the stick..
Oh I just noticed that you also need third party tools like Daemon Tools or WinRAR but imho everyone has to have them installed already You can also use this method when you have a physical medium..

after this I will be able to boot windows 8 from usb stick right leaving host os of my laptop untouched?
thanks

when i get my slate 7, i think i might try to make it boot windows 8 from microSD card.

ndmuni said:
Agreed!!!!!!
I use a 8gig sdcard and it works a charm on my asus n i can now dual boot only thing is can't load any of the apps
EDIT: Blue poison 2.2 takes care of everything. Loving it Looks like will be booting into 8 instead of 7 for the time being n c how it goes for daily tasks.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I never seen pc computer with bios can boot on sdcard, maybe you talk about slate then its great think !!!

ZTE U950 - Root, Recovery, ROM (& Google Play)

I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY NEGATIVE IMPACTS OR CONSEQUENCES ON YOUR PHONE IF YOU SO CHOOSE TO USE THIS GUIDE.
I own the ZTE U950 and had realized that there is very little information (in English) on how to do anything beyond stock for this incredible phone. After hours of research and translation I was able to figure out everything needed to get this phone to a "better" state. Since then I - and other XDA members - have been trying to keep the ZTE U950 alive...
ZTE U950 SPECS
NVIDIA TEGRA 3 (1.3MHz)
1GB RAM
4.3" Display (480x800)
5MP Front Camera/0.3MP Back Camera
Android OS 4.0.4
DRIVERS
Here are the "Join Me" drivers so that your PC can recognize the ZTE U950.
KERNEL
Stock - This is the stock kernel's source file.
Custom - This is a custom kernel for stock ROMs that can be OC'd to 2.5GHz.
ROOT
1) Make sure you have USB Debugging Mode and Unknown Sources checked in your phone Settings.
2) Connect your phone to your PC.
3) Download and open Genotools.
4) The program will open, click the 4th tab (last tab on the right).
5) Ensure that your phone is plugged into your PC.
6) Click the 2nd ROOT button.
7) A popup window will appear, press OK.
8) Your phone will then have a popup window, click the "Restore My Data" option.
9) The phone will restart several times, leave it for a few minutes.
10) This is the odd part... The phone will likely not stop restarting, and when you try to click the unlock key for the screen, it will automatically restart. Disconnect the phone. It should continue to restart.
11) Force the phone off.
12) Restart the phone.
13) If you have SuperUser, you are then rooted. If not, repeat these steps.
ROOT - NEW VERSION #1 (UNTESTED!):
1) Download the file here.
2) The instructions read verbatim are, "1 If your phone is not acquired before the ROOT privileges, we choose 1 root [next line] 2 after enter". Which I assume means click root, then enter...
ROOT - NEW VERSION #2 (UNTESTED!):
1) Download the root kit here made for the ZTE U950 (it uses the Chinese recovery), and extract to your desktop.
2) On your phone, go into Settings and enable USB Debugging under Developer options.
3) Connect the phone to your PC (Windows OS should fail to recognize the device).
4) Run either DrvInst_x64.exe or DrvInst_x86.exe. If you are unsure what you have, run both, the wrong one will fail with an error message.
5) After installation, unplug and replug your phone.
6) Go into Device Manager. You should be able to see a "ZTE TD Handset ADB Interface" under the "Android Phone" section. If you don't, reinstall the drivers again.
7). To root, simply run the U950_Root.bat file, and follow the instructions.
RECOVERY (CWM/TWRP)
1) Download the Chinese CWM or English TWRP recovery.img and place it into the root folder of your external SD card.
2) Download a terminal emulator. (If you are unable to download one, use the APP TRICKS described near the bottom to install a terminal emulator onto your phone.)
3) Open the terminal emulator.
4) Type in "su" then hit the return button.
5) Now type in the following:
dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/block/platform/sdhci-tegra.3/by-name/SOS
(and press the return button)
6) There should be a few lines beginning with something like 14052 or 14272, if not, then the above input was not typed correctly. If so, the recovery should now be installed.
GET INTO RECOVERY
1) Turn the phone off.
2) Hold the Power button + Volume Down button. When the ZTE logo comes up, count two seconds and then let go of the buttons.
3) The phone will enter into recovery. Use the Volume rockers for up and down and the power button to choose (if on CWM), or simply touch the buttons (if on TWRP).
4) I will describe the standard processes here if using CWM - the menus are top-to-bottom on the phone, which are written left-to-right here:
The Main Menu:
[*] Reboot system now
[*] Select zip to flash/install
[*] Wipe data
[*] Wipe cache
[*] Backup and restore
[*] Flash memory/Format
[*] Advanced setting
[*] Turn off phone
The Zip Menu:
[*] Install from zip
[*] Install from internal
Wipe Date:
[*] Confirm wipe data
[*] Do not wipe data
Wipe Cache:
[*] Confirm wipe cache
[*] Do not wipe cache
Backup and Restore:
[*] Backup
[*] Restore
ROMS (ALWAYS MAKE A BACKUP BEFORE FLASHING ANY ROMS TO THIS PHONE!)
Factory ROMs (in order of release)
U950V1.0.0B02
U950V1.0.0B14
U950V1.0.0B18
U950V1.0.0B22
U950V1.0.0B04
U950V1.0.0B05
Custom ROMs (in no particular order)
6240-jingjian
MIUI3.3.7
CustomRom-B14
DeodexedMIUI3.3.7
EN&CN-MIUI3.3.7-msdfyc4zwg
MIUI3.2.8-ysdfyc4zwg
Signed-121223-MZECN-CookedROM
SignedROM
V2.0.0-Hiapk-XC-iSignFile
12-21ROM
4.2CameraROM
RandROM
MIUI1220
V2-MaunJ
CM10/.1 - HeatSka Edition
This should be listed under ROMS, but I felt that it needed its own section. Ska and I worked on this for quite some time getting all the kinks worked out. We did not create the original version of this unofficial Cyanogenmod port, but the original had many issues and was not maintained after its initial release. All the major problems have been worked out in our HeatSka edition.
The ROM was initially CM10 (4.1.2), but it has been mixed with files that list it as 4.2.2 (CM10.1) under the information section. In either case, it is Jelly Bean! Aside from the fixes we have implemented, there are also numerous tweaks and mods for UI speed, network speed, battery consumption, app installs, and much more. There is almost no theming, just enough to know that this is our enhanced (and better) variation.
The only known issue that may arise is CPU throttling. We have included an app called, "LGP880 Booster". This app will allow a CPU speed boost when turned on, with a temperature threshold to prevent overheating. If you wish to save battery, only enable this app when playing a game or using CPU-intensive apps.
DOWNLOAD: CM10.1/2 - HeatSka
FLASH A ROM
1) Download a ROM.
2) Place the ROM in the root of the phone's SD card.
3) Enter into recovery.
4) Wipe data.
5) Wipe cache.
NOTE: Wipe data and cache are the Factory Reset button in TWRP.
6) Follow the menus to get to the ROM in the SD card.
7) Click the power button to choose the ZIP if on CWM (or just push the designated button on TWRP).
8) The ROM is being flashed.
9) Follow the left arrow (the last selection) on the menus to get back to the main menu.
10) Choose the first option on the main menu to reboot on CWM (or click Reboot followed by System in TWRP).
NOTE I: The ROM will probably be in Chinese. Find the Settings icon and click it. Go down to the Language & Input setting and click it (there is a capital "A" next to it). Click the top setting and choose the desired language.
NOTE II: There may not be an English keyboard available, so download this 4.2 keyboard ZIP file and flash it in recovery.
INSTALL GOOGLE PLAY
1) Download and install a file explorer like ES Explorer (free) or Root Explorer (paid). (If the phone is unable to download a file explorer, use the APP TRICKS described near the bottom to install one onto the phone.)
2) Download and take the three files from the RAR file for Google Play and place them in a folder on the phone that can easily be reached with a file explorer.
3) Open up a file explorer.
4) Move the three files to the "/System/App" folder on the phone.
5) Give the three files each the same permissions (Read for all three groups, and Write for User).
6) Restart the phone and Google Play should now be installed.
Notes: a) There are cases where two Google Play store icons may appear. They should both work and not cause problems.
b) If the store does not show, redo the process above.
c) This trick does seem to work on other Android devices as I have successfully done this on a Galaxy Note N7000.
INSTALL FACTORY ROM
1) Download a Factory ROM from above and place the "update.zip" file in the root of your external SD card.
2) Go to Settings.
3) Go down to About Phone and click that.
4) Click on System Updates.
5) Remove the check mark.
6) Click OK.
7) The phone should restore to whichever factory update file was used.
APN FIX (MOBILE DATA FIX)
If your mobile data is not working then use this method to fix your APN:
1) Revert to stock ROM (or any custom ROM where mobile data does work).
2) Download and open a file explorer like Root Explorer or ES Explorer.
3) Go to /system/etc
4) Copy "apns-conf.xml".
5) Go to /sdcard/
6) Paste "apns-conf.xml".
7) Flash ROM.
8) Download a file explorer and open it.
9) Copy "apns-conf.xml".
10) Go to /system/etc
11) Paste "apns-conf.xml" (overwriting the existing file).
12) Reboot the phone.
13) Mobile data should now work.
GAME SUPPORT FOR ZTE U950 (WORKS ONLY FOR U950V1.0.0B02)
Note: I have not tested this. Apparently the first firmware version of this phone is not recognized by Google Play for certain Tegra games. If this occurs, try the following method.
1) Make a backup of the System folder. (It is easier to make a Backup of the entire ROM in recovery...)
2) Insert the build.prop file from this file.
3) Clear the Data for Google Play store (Settings > Apps > Google Play > Clear Data).
4) Reboot the phone.
5) When opening Google Play it should make give their agreement again. If it doesn't, then Data has not been cleared.
6) The rows modified in the build prop is as follows:
Desire ro.product.model = X
HTC ro.product.brand =
Desire ro.product.name = X
Desire ro.product.device = X
...
HTC ro.product.manufacturer =
AGAIN, I HAVE NOT TESTED THIS SO USE AT YOUR OWN RISK!
APP SUPPORT FOR ZTE U950
Note: Some apps will throw package errors after downloaded and then will not install. This method will help a lot of these errors from occurring. It doesn't work for all, but it will for some [tested with Dead Trigger 2].
1) Download this file.
2) Use a file explorer like ES Explorer (free) or Root Explorer (paid) and put com.google.android.maps.xml in /system/etc/permissions
3) Put com.google.android.maps.jar in /system/framework
4) Reboot the phone and now apps should install without issue.
DEAD TRIGGER 1
1) Enable graphics details to High in Setup/Others.
2) Exit the game.
3) Use a file explorer like ES Explorer (free) or Root Explorer (paid) and go to /data/data/com.madfingergames.deadtrigger/shared_prefs/
4) Edit the com.madfingergames.deadtrigger.xml file.
5) Change <int name=”UnityGraphicsQuality” value=”1″ /> to <int name=”UnityGraphicsQuality” value=”2″ />
6) Change <int name=”OptionsGraphicDetail” value=”2″ /> to <int name=”OptionsGraphicDetail” value=”3″ />
7) Save the com.madfingergames.deadtrigger.xml file.
8) Remove all write permission on User, Group and Other for the com.madfingergames.deadtrigger.xml file.
9) Delete the com.madfingergames.deadtrigger.xml.bak file.
Note: This technique works on any non-Tegra device.
APP TRICKS
If apps cannot be downloaded normally (from Google Play), this guide will show an alternative method on how to install them:
1) Download the necessary apk file online.
2) Open the 4.2LatinIme.zip with 7zip or WinRAR and delete the keyboard APK (or keep it if not installed yet).
3) While the ZIP is open go into "/Sytem/App" and place in it any APK you want installed.
4) Boot into recovery.
5) Flash the ZIP file.
6) Reboot and the app(s) should be installed.
Note: I have noticed that certain apps do not flash properly so an alternative APK needs to be downloaded. However, once you have the right apps to install Google Play, you should be able to download any apps from the store.
HARDWARE FIXES BY SKA
NOTE: Always work without the battery attached to the phone.
SIM Card No Longer Works
INFO: There is a diode which provides voltage to the SIM card. Somehow it has become loose, which disallows current to the SIM. Thus, the baseband cannot recognize the SIM card any longer.
FIX: The easiest way to fix and check something is to "re-flow" the PCB (printed circuit board). The modem soldering must be re-flowed in order to reconnect the loose diode and re-allow voltage back to the SIM card.
Touchscreen Not Displaying
Open up your phone. If you don't know how, then you won't be able to continue...
There are three connectors on the left soc side. Check the upper connector near the audio jack and try to seat with a pair of tweezers very gently.
There is a white line on every connector - apart from the battery connector - pull up straight. It must be exactly at the of the beginning of the brown clip when pulled downwards.
MISC
I have successfully paired this phone with a PS3 controller using Sixaxis. This is not unique to my phone as I have verified that there is support within the Kernel for this.
It does seem that Wii controller support can be turned on according to the kernel...
There are no known custom kernels for this phone, however, the incomplete Cyanogenmod ROM available does seem to use its own kernel.
The phone is "stuck" on ICS 4.0.4 with almost every ROM. The incomplete Cyanogenmod ROM upgrades the OS to JB 4.1.2.
The phone is known to have heating issues on different (all?) firmware versions. While these do not seem to attribute to hardware failure, it is an annoyance.
Different firmware versions apparently produce varying levels of GPU performance: The best in GPU performance is U950V1.0.0B14, but this build may produce issues in some games. The worst in GPU performance is U950V1.0.0B18, but it is stable. The U950V1.0.0B22 is stable as well but has better GPU performance than B18. I have found no information on how well the first and last firmware versions perform in terms of GPU.
To disconnect the battery connector you need to place a spudger beneath and lift up. It is the same method used for the connectors of fans, temperature sensors, and the battery in a MacBook Pro 2006/7/8.

Thank you for this Tutorial.
Do you know a method to change language in CWM ?
Best regards

cmoegele said:
Thank you for this Tutorial.
Do you know a method to change language in CWM ?
Best regards
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Unfortunately I haven't found anything that would suggest that you can. The best I could do is have one of my friends tell me what each section states, but that may be a long while from now.
The menus I have figured out and listed are the most necessary. The others are just icing I suppose.

Unable to switch it back on
Hi,
first of all, please excuse me if this is not exactly related to this post, but I see there is not much discussion around this device so I figured this would be an okayish place to ask.
I got my ZTE U950 just today, put my SIM and MicroSD cards in it, turned it on, all OK. I played with it for a while, changed the language into English, tried some apps, deleted lots of default installed Chinese apps (such as Baidu, QQ, Baidu maps, etc).
I run Debian on my machine, so this guide wasn't working for me. However, I tried to run Genotools on Wine and followed the first steps, but no pop-up showed in my phone and I decided that probably Wine wasn't forwarding the USB dev properly. The phone kept on working normally for a while, I even recieved a phone call.
Then I turned it off just to switch the SIM back to my old phone and, after that, I haven't been able to switch the ZTE back on again. At first I thought it'd be the battery running out (although it reported 50% left while it was on), but I've had it connected for about 30 minutes now and I still can't turn it on...
Do you guys know if there is something I can try?
Thanks a lot and excuse me again if I posted in the wrong place... (and if I have, could you please point out where should I post it?)
Bernat.
EDIT: Today I woke up, I pressed the power button and... surprise! It just worked!

No Popup on phone
Hello
I have tried to follow the steps as you have mentioned.
Root>2nd Button>Popup>ok
But nothing appeared on my phone.
Can you guide me what should I do.
I have USB debugging and Unknown Source checked but no popup appeared on my phone.

raoyasir said:
Hello
I have tried to follow the steps as you have mentioned.
Root>2nd Button>Popup>ok
But nothing appeared on my phone.
Can you guide me what should I do.
I have USB debugging and Unknown Source checked but no popup appeared on my phone.
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Do you have the usb-drivers installed ? (doublechek in device manager for windows ) Sometimes Win7-64 or Firewalls block uncertified drivers to install correctly. For 7-64 you can press F8 during early boot and choose "force unsigned drivers" or something simiar. On linux you should go through an Android adb installation howto, to correctly get debuginterface running.
Once you have installed chinese recover you can install some prerooted images from the hungarion or chinese sites.
br
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PS: has someone skills for implementing other languages or removing the chinese letters on some menues ?

I just bought ZTE V985 which is also tegra 3 device. Can anyone help how to root it?
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how to root zte v985
someone please tell us how to root zte v985.

3G
Hi guys,
does anybody know if/how it is possible to connect to a 3G network with this terminal? In the specs it says it can only connect to Chinese 3G networks, so I'd like to know whether this is a software or a hardware restriction.
If it's a hardware one, I guess the solution must be pretty complex...
Cheers!

alz_uk said:
someone please tell us how to root zte v985.
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I was able to root my ZTE V985 couple days ago. Download root installation package from:
http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=68344&uk=2753639880
1. Install ZTE USB driver first: Goto Settings -Developer options - enable Driver CDROM. Connect your phone to the computer and install driver package from ZTE. 985root.7z package has also ZTE USB driver but it didn't work on my Win 7, so I installed drivers from phone.
2. Turn off CDROM mode and enable USB debugging mode and Unknown sources
3. Unzip 985root.7z file to any folder
4. Run xxxroot.bat and command window appears. Script will stop and ask you to press any key (in Chinese)
5. Check that your phone is connected and press any key. Script will upload files to your phone
6. There will be popup window on your phone. Click Restore my data
7. Phone will then boot up but keep it connected to PC and wait until it is fully booted
8. if there's nothing going on in command window, press any key and command window closes. If your are rooted, you have SuperUser app
Original instructions from here:
http://bbs.gfan.com/android-5226211-1-1.html
And Google translation:
http://translate.google.com/transla...=http://bbs.gfan.com/android-5226211-1-1.html

suunnittelija said:
I was able to root my ZTE V985 couple days ago. Download root installation package from:
http://pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=68344&uk=2753639880
1. Install ZTE USB driver first: Goto Settings -Developer options - enable Driver CDROM. Connect your phone to the computer and install driver package from ZTE. 985root.7z package has also ZTE USB driver but it didn't work on my Win 7, so I installed drivers from phone.
2. Turn off CDROM mode and enable USB debugging mode and Unknown sources
3. Unzip 985root.7z file to any folder
4. Run xxxroot.bat and command window appears. Script will stop and ask you to press any key (in Chinese)
5. Check that your phone is connected and press any key. Script will upload files to your phone
6. There will be popup window on your phone. Click Restore my data
7. Phone will then boot up but keep it connected to PC and wait until it is fully booted
8. if there's nothing going on in command window, press any key and command window closes. If your are rooted, you have SuperUser app
Original instructions from here:
http://bbs.gfan.com/android-5226211-1-1.html
And Google translation:
http://translate.google.com/transla...=http://bbs.gfan.com/android-5226211-1-1.html
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Thank you very much my freind, you are a kind and intelligent person.
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nabax said:
Hi guys,
does anybody know if/how it is possible to connect to a 3G network with this terminal? In the specs it says it can only connect to Chinese 3G networks, so I'd like to know whether this is a software or a hardware restriction.
If it's a hardware one, I guess the solution must be pretty complex...
Cheers!
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Hahaha you silly billy, i know whats happened to you! You got the ZTE U985 instead of the V985. The ZTE U985 only supports TD-SCDMA 3g network which is CHINA only. You should have bought the ZTE V985 which is WCDMA 800/1900/2100 mhz which supports western 3G networks. LMFAO. I feel sorry for you fella.

Where did you buy the v985 ? I only can find offers from 350-400$ and for this pricing I can´t find any real advantages buying a chinese phone , there is also no DualSim,and normally very limited languages ( chinese cwm?),....

cmoegele said:
Where did you buy the v985 ? I only can find offers from 350-400$ and for this pricing I can´t find any real advantages buying a chinese phone , there is also no DualSim,and normally very limited languages ( chinese cwm?),....
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I bought it from fastcardtech.com, only 275 USD with free delivery.
From hardware specs point of view this is a really good phone, fast as my Asus TF700T tab with Tegra 3. It also supports WCDMA 900/2100MHz which are the most used 3G frequencies in EU. It does have only English and Chinese languages, but I used MoreLocale 2 to get more choices. More Locale does not change system language (like settings, caller app etc) so those will remain in English, but for example now other apps like Google play, Chrome etc. supports the language you have chosen in MoreLocale.
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cmoegele said:
Where did you buy the v985 ? I only can find offers from 350-400$ and for this pricing I can´t find any real advantages buying a chinese phone , there is also no DualSim,and normally very limited languages ( chinese cwm?),....
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Dont get it wrong my mate the zte v985 is a beast of a phone + a smart piece of hardware. Only downfall i see is the limited rom/root/customization support since its new (october 2012)
Reasons why you should purchase the zte v985:
1. really supports APP2SD (install apps to external sd so you never run out of space and you dont have to throw away your phone when internal memory of 4GB gets full like most other android phones)
2. quad core cpu + 12 core NVIDIA gpu (theres websites full of games made only for this cpu + gpu)
3. USB OTG (using your superfast cpu and gpu together with usb otg you can turn your phone into an high class gaming system using two usb game controllers playing arcade roms and 3d games ON YOUR PHONE!). This is an awesome feature that not all phones support even some high performance quad core phones dont have this function.
4. 720P HD screen + 1080P HD Playback/Recording
5. Full MHL support (usb to hdmi)
6. Cheapest all round high performance quad core. Awesome price (£190) for a phone compared to other quad core high performance phones e.g galaxy note 2 @ £500
NOTE: if you would like to buy this phone for the price mentioned leave a message with your email or contact me i know a seller in china.
NOTE: Or you could wait another month or two and buy the new mtk 6589 quad core phones such as the UMI X2 which is quad core, DUAL SIM, usb otg, 2GB RAM, 32GB ROM and dirt cheap (£200!!!)
I get my ZTE V985 today through the post, cant wait till i get it!

Recovery in english language?
Hi
Anyone found Recovery in English language?

Google play
I can install google play, but if i open it, it immediatly shuts down again...
Any idea's ?

cwm zte u950 test 1 (build, 28 nov 2012) by me.
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(cwm-u950-6.0.2.3-permanent)
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CRC32 : D2CD4005
MD5 : A1C6B72375B2E79100AA9BE52D0F30C2
SHA-1 : C7B3165D1E1F7463BFF16C0DE7747E6B3EC3F807
xxx.media*fire.com/download.php?0411sb2m1kkyrv4
(cwm-u950-6.0.2.3-temporary)
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CRC32 : 830121A8
MD5 : 8239E70CB81548FE4427C505A5184749
SHA-1 : 9CF9CED3EC6CA2B79AE174E03A423435BB0FFFAC
xxx.media*fire.com/download.php?m90c896m17u0o9p
sorry.. i still need to learn..
please report cwm zte u950 test 1 (build, 28 nov 2012).

suunnittelija said:
I bought it from fastcardtech.com, only 275 USD with free delivery.
From hardware specs point of view this is a really good phone, fast as my Asus TF700T tab with Tegra 3. It also supports WCDMA 900/2100MHz which are the most used 3G frequencies in EU. It does have only English and Chinese languages, but I used MoreLocale 2 to get more choices. More Locale does not change system language (like settings, caller app etc) so those will remain in English, but for example now other apps like Google play, Chrome etc. supports the language you have chosen in MoreLocale.
Sent from my ZTE V985 using xda app-developers app
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ZTE Grand Era V985 Recovery (support English)download link: pan.baidu.com/share/link?shareid=372147&uk=973327405
If you have any problems,please sent a email to me ,my email address is '[email protected]' ,i can help root your ZTE Grand Era V985,and install the recovery,the recovery includes English language.At last,the Android 4.2 for V985 will coming soon,maybe in April,if anyone need ,i will send to you.Thank you.

i found twrp for the zte u950 in english in this package, it is in the folder recovery_3 :good:
what do you think? is it possible to make the zt3 u980 to work with european 3g network? i thought to flash the baseband from zte v985 on the zte u950... do you think its possible?

More stuff in English
hey Heatshiver...u can add these in your OP
I found some roms HERE for U950 which support english language..and atleast instructions are in english
2 or 3 of them are based on MIUI ...
I've tried the 1st one...works perfectly so didn't flash others
Extracted img file of twrp recovery (english) from the package provided by superpfpf - attached in the post

[Guide] Dualboot (Acer Iconia W700) Windows 8 - Android

I am not responsible for any damage happening to your device by doing this!
I believe Windows 8 is great for productivity, but that's not Always what we are looking for. We want to experiment with our devices and get as much out of them as possible. Android gives us the freedom to do with this tablet what we never thought possible, the overall performance is incredible and graphics are buttery smooth. However, I couldn't find a suitable guide, so I created one myself. So let's get started!
Bug list:
Everything should be working fine, contact me if not
Requirements:
USB Stick with at least 512 MB storage
USB Keyboard
USB-hub, because the tablet only has 1 USB port
Latest image available for Generic UEFI Installer from here
Image Writer Tool from here
Setting up a bootable USB
1. Download Image Writer Tool, unpack it and run the ''Win32DiskImager.exe" file
2. Once opened, navigate to your *.img file you downloaded earlier in the requirements and hit "Write" (This will format the USB drive)
3. Let it run and once it's done your USB is good to go.​Setting up tablet to boot from USB
1. Enter BIOS settings by pressing the power (and hold it) and the Windows button
2. Once there, make sure UEFI boot modus is set​
Booting from USB
1. Make sure your tablet is turned off
2. Plugin your USB-hub with USB Stick and Keyboard insered
3. Power on your devices while pressing the ''F12'' button
4. Now choose your USB device from the boot options
5. You'll get a few options, choose the option that fits your expectations
Note: I'd dualboot and install gummibootloader
6. Choose your prefered option and wait, the installation will run automatically
7. Once done, unplug everything and power off the device
8. When you turn your tablet back on, you'll see (if you've chosen option a. or b.) a menu with the option to boot Windows or Android
9. Navigate with volume DOWN key and select with volume UP key​
This Method could also be used for the Samsung XE700T
Thanks to
LuNaTum
For creating a guide on how to change DPI
For creating a guide on how to pair bluetooth devices to Android and Windows
__________________________________​
Q&A
Q:
How do I install Google Play Store and other Gapps?
A:
1. Download a root explorer from Internet in .apk format, I recommend ES file explorer. (I think you are familiar with the way to install these)
2. Go in ES file explorer, then click settings and enable root exploring and root access (allow any prompt)
3. Download GoogleServicesFramework.apk from here
4. Copy with ES file explorer the downloaded .apk to /system/app/
5. Now reboot the tablet into Android
6. Download PlayStore_v4.1.10.apk from here
7. Repeat step 4. and 5. with PlayStore_v4.1.10.apk
8. Congratulations, you've installed the Google Play Store
9. If you want to install other Gapps, download the .apk and repeat step 4. and 5.
Note: If you don't see the app installed after reboot, try changing the .apk's permission to RW-R--R-- and reboot again
Q:
I can't enter BIOS by holding ''Windows''-button and ''Power''-button
A:
1. Press ''Windows''-button and ''Power''-button at the same time
2. Let go when the ''Acer''-bootlogo appears
3. Congratulations, you've entered the BIOS
Q:
I can't boot from USB, because the secure boot prohibits it
A:
1. Enter BIOS by pressing ''Windows''-button and ''Power''-button at the same time
2. Set up a supervisor password
3. Congratulations, now you can disable secure boot
Q:
The ''Gummibootloader doesn't appear when booting, but Windows boots normally
A:
1. Enter BIOS by pressing ''Windows''-button and ''Power''-button at the same time
2. Change bootorder so Android comes in first place and Windows second
3. Congratulations, you've now got Gummibootloader at boot
Q:
Android-ia1 installed perfectly, but later versions fail to install
A:
1. Go to Acers site
2. Navigate to Home page > Support > Drivers and Manuals > Select [your..tablet] > BIOS
3. Download the latest BIOS
4. Update the devices BIOS
5. Congratulations, you'll be able to install Android-ia2 and later
Q:
What other devices will also be combatible with this method?
A:
Samsung XE700T
Q:
How to get bluetooth mouse and keyboard working on Android and Windows at the same time?
A:
1. Pair your bluetooth devices first with android and the with Windows
2. On Windows download PsExec
3.Then from downloaded file copy PsExec.exe in Windows to directory C:\Windows\System32 or to directory where your System32 folder is.
4. Write in the search cmd and run it as administrator
5. Then use command: psexec -s -i regedit.exe
6. Now go to: HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\SYSTEM\CurrentControlSet\Services\BTHPORT\Parameters\Keys
7. From \Keys you can find your paired bluetooth devices. First there is the devices bluetooh mac address and 32 numbers long linkkey. Now write those linkeys and mac addresses up or copy them.
8. Now everything is set on Windows side. Next boot to android.
9. On android you need again for example ES file Explorer and R/W rights
10. With file Explorer fro root go to /data/misc/bluedroid/
11. Open file called BT_config.xml
12. From text find your devices using mac address
13. When you find you devices mac addres scroll down and you should see line with linkkey and 32 number code.
14. Now take that 32 number code you got from Windows
15 You have to change it little so the linkey works and here how it's done:
for example your Windows linkkey is "12345678qwertyuiasdfghjkpoiuytre" now set it as 8 number clusters like this
"12345678 qwertyui asdfghjk poiuytre"
Now you have to reverse those 8 number clusters
Take the set on far right "poiuytre" and mark it like this "po iu yt re"
Now reverse those pairs like this "re yt iu po"
Now "reytiupo" this is the first line in the new linkkey
Do the same for other three cluster. After it's done this example linkkey looks like this "reytiupojkghdfasuityerqw78563412"
16. When you have your modified Windows linkkey ready you can just replace the old one from the file BT_config.xml
17. Now just reboot android and your keyboard and mouse should work.
Q: How to change DPI from 213 to 160 (or something else)
A:
1. Get file manager on android like ES file Explorer
2. R/W rights to whole system on android
3. From root go to /system/etc/machine-props/
4. Open acer-w700.prop with ES Explorer and edit line "ro.sf.lcd_density = 213" and change 213 to 160
5. Reboot android and system should now be 160 DPI​

Could this work on the surface?
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will this working on Iconia W500?

sstory792 said:
Could this work on the surface?
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mmm273 said:
will this working on Iconia W500?
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Since these devices aren't officially supported by android-ia, because its android on Intel Architecture. On surface pro android-x86 might work, you can try installing it shown above
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Sorry I meant Surface RT
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sstory792 said:
Sorry I meant Surface RT
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Hmm, then this may not work since RT's processor is ARM based
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Pretty sure even if you didn't run into any architecture problems (and you will) trying this on RT, you'll probably be blocked by Secure Boot preventing the use of a non-Microsoft bootloader. We haven't managed to crack that yet. You can try it anyhow, and report back what you find, but don't expect it to work.

GoodDayToDie said:
Pretty sure even if you didn't run into any architecture problems (and you will) trying this on RT, you'll probably be blocked by Secure Boot preventing the use of a non-Microsoft bootloader. We haven't managed to crack that yet. You can try it anyhow, and report back what you find, but don't expect it to work.
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That's right, Microsoft locked everything down, just as installing legacy software (although it won't run that fast with nvida processor
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mmm273 said:
will this working on Iconia W500?
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No as that is a clovertrail device. Clovertrail is physically incapable of booting into anything other than windows 8, Intel locked it for this generation silicon only, bay trail has the restriction lifted.
sstory792 said:
Sorry I meant Surface RT
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Thatgrass said:
Hmm, then you could try this image, but I can't promise anything at least this one isn't especially for x86 system
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surface RT is ARM. Android IA is android Intel architecture, ie, x86 with Intel extensions, ie Intel core i3 and above only. There is no such thing as an operating system which is not architecture locked, I would have looked into that before writing the tutorial if I were you....

SixSixSevenSeven said:
surface RT is ARM. Android IA is android Intel architecture, ie, x86 with Intel extensions, ie Intel core i3 and above only. There is no such thing as an operating system which is not architecture locked, I would have looked into that before writing the tutorial if I were you....
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I wrote it for Acer iconia W700, my own device. I know how that device works, but other devices aren't well known by me.
Thanks for your information
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(big edit)
Many thanks for your help.
I followed your guide since I've got an Iconia W700, like you. Which option should I take? If I choose "run..." I got an error.
Live-installation works, though.
Did Bluetooth work in your sistem? In my w700 it just goes ON but doesnt recognize any device.
Suggestions?

Delete, because of Big edit above
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baffone001 said:
(big edit)
Many thanks for your help.
I followed your guide since I've got an Iconia W700, like you. Which option should I take? If I choose "run..." I got an error.
Live-installation works, though.
Did Bluetooth work in your sistem? In my w700 it just goes ON but doesnt recognize any device.
Suggestions?
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Bluetooth does not function under Android-IA, its in their FAQ.

SixSixSevenSeven said:
Bluetooth does not function under Android-IA, its in their FAQ.
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Thanks guys for your help
I'll wait they fix bluetooth.... it is worthless for me this way because I need android for GPS-mapping programs, which I only use with an external gps-bluetooth receiver...
I can't find a good gps-offline-software for windows... (like sygic for android, for example)

baffone001 said:
Thanks guys for your help
I'll wait they fix bluetooth.... it is worthless for me this way because I need android for GPS-mapping programs, which I only use with an external gps-bluetooth receiver...
I can't find a good gps-offline-software for windows... (like sygic for android, for example)
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Hit up the car computer forums, they often manage to hunt down absolute gems of GPS navigation software.
Alternatively, there are quite a few good linux navigation software suites out there apparently. Ubuntu is reasonably easy for a newcomer to use and also works alright with touch, I prefer linux mint normally but it doesnt play so nicely with touch (but it may be possible to install the ubuntu UI atop mint as mint is already a fork from ubuntu).
3rd choice. An FTDI cable may work under Android-IA in which case you can use one of the many serial GPS units out there. Most bluetooth GPS recievers are just serial based units with a bluetooth radio attached in the SPP mode.
I think the bluetooth should work fine with the linux option.

SixSixSevenSeven said:
I think the bluetooth should work fine with the linux option.
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I've always been a big fan of ubuntu. I used to have Lubuntu like only OS on my old 1000H eeepc.
But I lost a day and a full night trying to install Ubuntu 13.04 on this w700 keeping Win8 (so, dual boot) and I got really MAD since there's no way it could recognize the hard-drive partitions. I have to abort the linux thing at the moment, hoping that 13.10 or whatever could solve the problem I have with Acer W700.
I think I'll try Autoroute or some freeware option....

SixSixSevenSeven said:
Bluetooth does not function under Android-IA, its in their FAQ.
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but under the major change for Version: android-4.2.2_r1-ia2,they did mention the bluetooth is working
Major Changes:
* Secure-boot support (not default)
* Mesa rebased onto freedesktop upstream
* Bluetooth working on Iconia W700 (bluedroid stack)
* ADB TCP sessions auto-reconnect
* Linux kernel 3.9.1
however i faced the same problem..live installation work only,able to turn on the bluetooth but unable to connect to other devices..guess have to wait for more update

baffone001 said:
I've always been a big fan of ubuntu. I used to have Lubuntu like only OS on my old 1000H eeepc.
But I lost a day and a full night trying to install Ubuntu 13.04 on this w700 keeping Win8 (so, dual boot) and I got really MAD since there's no way it could recognize the hard-drive partitions. I have to abort the linux thing at the moment, hoping that 13.10 or whatever could solve the problem I have with Acer W700.
I think I'll try Autoroute or some freeware option....
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There is a guide on these forums for installing ubuntu on the surface pro which under the hood is essentially the same device as the W700. Might be worth taking a look at to see if it offers any help.

marcus70 said:
but under the major change for Version: android-4.2.2_r1-ia2,they did mention the bluetooth is working
* Bluetooth working on Iconia W700 (bluedroid stack)
however i faced the same problem..live installation work only,able to turn on the bluetooth but unable to connect to other devices..guess have to wait for more update
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See? I experience the same you do on my W700. Let's hope for an update :good:
There is a guide on these forums for installing ubuntu on the surface pro which under the hood is essentially the same device as the W700. Might be worth taking a look at to see if it offers any help.
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Hi Six, thanks for answering. Can't find the guide, though. Would you please link me whenever you have a second? Thanks in advance

baffone001 said:
See? I experience the same you do on my W700. Let's hope for an update :good:
Hi Six, thanks for answering. Can't find the guide, though. Would you please link me whenever you have a second? Thanks in advance
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http://www.geek.com/microsoft/how-to-install-ubuntu-on-the-surface-pro-1539262/
The forum thread only linked to that page, might aswell skip the middle man.

[Tutorial] Install Windows 10 for ARM32 on your Lenovo Yoga 11

So my Yoga 11 has been laying around for some years now and usage has been getting worse mostly because of the included, no longer supported, Internet Explorer.
But when I found that a working release of Windows 10 ARM32 for the Surface RT was around, I decided to go rogue and install it on my Yoga 11.
I adapted the tutorial by @kephax and @Zaveraj to the needs of the Yoga and added own experiences https://forum.xda-developers.com/windows-8-rt/rt-general/tutorial-install-windows-10-arm32-t4052035 https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82022643&postcount=41
Feedback and suggestions are always welcome
**WORKING** Windows 10 arm32 on Lenovo Yoga 11
As usual, disclaimer: For dead devices, the author is not responsible. Perform all actions at your own peril and risk. At the moment, the topic with flashing is young and everything is done manually. Perhaps later the process will be partially or fully automated. In the meantime ...
Let's go !!!
#
Documents and instructions
1. Firmware is a potentially dangerous process and requires some accuracy. Always have a recovery disc on hand created from the official kit from Microsoft!
2. In order to facilitate the installation process, in addition to the USB flash drive, you will need a USB keyboard and an USB bluetooth/wifi adapter.
3. Windows 10 on ARM is basically functional. The drivers for Surface 1 work fine, the Bluetooth driver for Surface 2 has some problems. The store mainly supports the installation of ARM applications. Office 2013 is fully operational and even has a Russian language pack.
4. The image is not meant for the Yoga 11, therefore Keyboard, Sound, Wifi, Bluetooth, camera, Touchscreen? are not working in the installation process. After a 'magic' windows update in the end, they do work.
DOWNLOADS:
Own collection of files on Mega, includes some scripts for easy installation and the steps numbered: https://mega.nz/folder/eB5zSRhS#r8pI0QtUPQUS4cXjMXmXRw
Mega: https://mega.nz/#F!2IJlDYSL!1pGKdtllvHCpgTKWRzrYsA
Yandex: disk https://yadi.sk/d/mnCUeGKWm1XTXA
Baidu: https://pan.baidu.com/s/12Uf6BQ_VFTCRKv_1GZgaYQ password：c7bf
Create recovery drive using the existing Windows RT 8.1 installation:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17422/windows-8-create-usb-recovery-drive
1. Clear an USB drive (8gb+ advised)
2. Open 'Create a recovery drive' on the Windows RT installation
3. Follow the instructions on the screen
Restore the laptop to version 8.1 according to this instruction :
1. Ensure that the Yoga is completely turned off and connected to the charger. Connect the recovery disk to the USB port.
2. Press and hold the volume up and windows button on the screen. Press and release the power button.
3. Hold volume up and windows button until a black screen with a console like appearance appears, then you may release
4. When prompted, select English and a keyboard layout.
5. Select "Troubleshooting", then select "Recover from a Drive", in my case the last USB device was the correct one, It may take some tries which one you need. If you are prompted for a Bitlocker recovery key, select "Skip this drive" at the bottom of the screen. Next, select “Just remove my files” and the last “Reinstall”. The laptop will go into reboot and recovery of clean 8.1 will begin.
Hacking SecureBoot
1. Turn off UAC. Run the registry file - Disabling_UAC.reg and, after merging, restart the laptop.
2. Unmount the registry hive responsible for the BCD. Using a combination of win + R buttons, open the Run window and enter regedit to open the registry editor. Select HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE \ BCD00000000, and click "File" - "Unload Hive" ("File" - "Uninstall Hive")
3. Run the SecureBootPatch patch
Open the "securebootpatch" directory. Run as administrator (right click) InstallPolicy.cmd, and then restart the laptop.
After the reboot, the secure boot debug policy interface will appear. Select "accept and install" to install the policy.
4. Turning on the test mode.
Run the command line and enter:
bcdedit /set {default} testsigning on && bcdedit /set {bootmgr} testsigning on
If there are no errors, restart the laptop and enter the recovery mode command line. Check the lower right corner of the screen for the words "secureboot is not configured correctly". If the inscription is present - continue (At the start of the WinPE GUI boot, it will blink and disappear under the background, will appear again at the command prompt).
-- I have to admit that I didn't check the secureboot, but it went well
Deploying win10
1. From the last step, we are in WinPE recovery mode:
Go to the command line: Select "Troubleshooting", then "Advanced Options" - "Command Prompt". A request for a bitlocker recovery key should not appear.
2. Format drive C. Make sure that the commands are entered correctly and enter the next only if there are no errors in the previous one.
Enter
(a) diskpart
(b) list disk
(c) select disk 0
(d) list partition
(e) select partition 4
(f) format quick fs = ntfs override
(f) exit
3. Actually deploying win 10: The win10 deployment file suitable for your device (the surface RT one) should already be at the root of the flash drive. If not, rename it to "install.wim", and copy it to the root!
Enter:
dism /apply-image /imagefile:d:\install.wim /index:1 /ApplyDir:c:\
Where: "d: \ install.wim" is the location of the deployment file from Win 10, and "c:" is the system drive to which you are deploying.
Close the dialog after execution and restart the tablet.
4. When restarting you will get an error popup: Press SHIFT+F10
-- This is the moment the drivers are no longer present and you will need the USB keyboard
5. Type Regedit and go to KEY_Local machine/SYSTEM/Setup/Status/ChildCompletion > setup.exe > Modify the value to "3"
6. Restart
NOTE: I did not connect to wifi until sometime later, there is a firmware update that seems to mess up the ability to install appx files?
-- Dont connect, for the above reason, a connection is however needed later on for the drivers.
### 2.1. How to activate Windows
1. Powershell
slmgr.vbs /upk
slmgr /ipk NPPR9-FWDCX-D2C8J-H872K-2YT43
slmgr /skms kms.03k.org
slmgr /ato
slmgr /skms zhang.yt
### 2.2 Install runtime
If using my collection; it is possible to execute: Install.ps1 (may need to do so several times to make sure everything installs with the dependencies)
1. Copy APPX1 from Recovery USB to Desktop
2. Desktop\APPX1\APPX1.ps1 > Right click > Run as Administrator
3. Restart
--install appx files from framework folder
4. Desktop\APPX1\AppxBundle.ps1 > Right click > Run as Administrator
5. Restart
6. Install:
Microsoft.windowsStore.appxbundle
Microsoft.NET.Native.Framework.1.1.appx
Microsoft.NET.Native.Runtime.1.1.appx
## 3. After installation ##
1. install all apps/dependencies/framework you can that are included, at this stage the laptop accepts most.
2. insert USB Wifi adapter or USB Bluetooth adapter
3. Connect to Wifi or Bluetooth (I used Bluetooth Tethering on my phone)
4. Run Windows Update and hear all the devices get installed.
### How to remove Expired version popup ###
1. Go to C:\Windows\System32
2. Right click on LicensingUI.exe > Properties > Security > Advanced
-- Guys, the file you have to rename for getting rid of the warning IS NOT "LogonUI.exe", the guide is wrong. The right file is "LicensingUI.exe". -- Thanks Kiba85
3. Ower > Change
4. Enter your username > Check Names
5. Give the Group Users or Administrators Full control
6. Close all dialog boxes
7. Now rename the file to LogonUIbak.exe
If it doesn't work; boot using the USB Recovery, open command promt, navigate to C: Windows System32 and use the command "rename LicensingUI.exe LicensingUI.exe.bak
### How to change the language to English (and remove chinese) ###
Start > Settings > Time & Language > Region & Language
Remove chinese and set English as Default
### How to install uBlock Origin on Edge ###
-- not so sure this works at the moment
1. Download this: https://github.com/nikrolls/uBlock-Edge/releases (I was able to install 1.12.0, but It made my Edge unusable)
2. Edge > about:flags
3. Select: "Enable extensions developer features"
4. Select the "..." > Extensions > Load Extension
5. Select the folder with uBlock Origin (this should be on the Surface itself)
### How to install UWP applications - Manually ###
1. Find your application here:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/b/home
2. Copy the URL and copy it here:
https://store.rg-adguard.net/7
3. You will need to find here the .appxbundle ARM and sometimes also the dependencies. Sometimes when you download the file it does not have the extension, so rename the file to .appx in the end.
4. Install first the dependencies then the application on the Surface RT
### How to install UWP applications - Using ARM RT App-Store ###
https://forum.xda-developers.com/windows-8-rt/rt-general/arm-rt-app-store-windows-10-rt-t4067813
Thanks @alexenferman
### Install/modify appx files to work with version 15032 ###
Download: https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/downloads/windows-10-sdk/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82029699&postcount=50

After i install the "InstallPolicy.cmd" and accpet the policy after reboot i get an error in the testing mode... Look slike the cmd gets some errors.

Driv said:
After i install the "InstallPolicy.cmd" and accpet the policy after reboot i get an error in the testing mode... Look slike the cmd gets some errors.
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Did you start with the clean recovered 8.1? And also rebooted after disabling the UAC? Did not connect the new installation to the internet? And run the InstallPolicy.cmd as administrator?
Could you please verify that you executed all these steps, and maybe re-run them?

tobiasvanc said:
Did you start with the clean recovered 8.1? And also rebooted after disabling the UAC? Did not connect the new installation to the internet? And run the InstallPolicy.cmd as administrator?
Could you please verify that you executed all these steps, and maybe re-run them?
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Oh no. Everytime I go into recovery and try to recover from the USB it just restart into recovery Mode. I can choosen to recover from Disk and USB but i cant chose for example the D:/ drive..
I just "cleaned" Windows rt without wiping data.

Driv said:
Oh no. Everytime I go into recovery and try to recover from the USB it just restart into recovery Mode. I can choosen to recover from Disk and USB but i cant chose for example the D:/ drive..
I just "cleaned" Windows rt without wiping data.
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I first had the same problem. I booted the recovery mode (starting while holding screen-windows-button, vol up and press power), then "Use a device" and tried all the USB devices showing up until I was lucky it rebooted to a different recovery screen. As far as I remember this recovery from the USB drive had less options in the menu. There were indeed no clear options to select like D:/ or USB drive, SD card, SSD partition 1. Would have made it easier. So I would suggest to try all the options in the "Use a device" menu with the recovery USB inserted.

Can you please post a Screenshot or a photo of the Yoga running Windows 10?
Microsoft says that "Use a Device" will only reboot into recovery again... ?

Driv said:
Can you please post a Screenshot or a photo of the Yoga running Windows 10?
Microsoft says that "Use a Device" will only reboot into recovery again...
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Surely, I've opened up "About PC" and 'msinfo32' and made a picture of my device:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
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Also I've rechecked the recovery booting of the device:
First picture, Booting the device using the 'onboard' recovery (got to this screen using the windows 10 installation and rebooted to recovery menu (advanced startup), not so sure using volume up/windows still goes into recovery):
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Second and third picture, a prompt for a keyboard layout when booting from the USB drive. In my case the 'correct' USB Drive to use in the previous recovery menu 'Use a device' was the one at the bottom right.
I used a USB drive with an indication LED so I could see when it was being read (also booting to the recovery took significantly longer)
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Ok..
After I "install" the install.wim and restart the Tablet after a sucessful 100% execute it starts to do an automatic repair and diagnostic.

Driv said:
Ok..
After I "install" the install.wim and restart the Tablet after a sucessful 100% execute it starts to do an automatic repair and diagnostic.
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Isn't this the moment to edit the register and reboot again?
4. When restarting you will get an error popup: Press SHIFT+F10
-- This is the moment the drivers are no longer present and you will need the USB keyboard
5. Type Regedit and go to KEY_Local machine/SYSTEM/Setup/Status/ChildCompletion > setup.exe > Modify the value to "3"
6. Restart
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This is so cool. Thanks for the guide man.

BobbyJohnson69 said:
This is so cool. Thanks for the guide man.
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Glad to see it works

Quick question, what did you do exactly to get internet access to the yoga 11 while no drivers where installed(when keyboard, wifi drivers etc. don't work)? Because to use a usb wifi adapter you'd need to install it's setup, which doesn't work because it's rt and it doesn't support it. So how did you exactly get internet access? Did your usb bluetooth adapter not need a setup? And also, do you know why usb tethering doesn't work? My only usb wifi adapter doesn't work because of the above reasons, so I tried tethering trough usb with my phone, but it would just show up as an unkown device with RNDIS as the name, and it wouldn't work(still no internet). Could you please help me out?

Anyparktos said:
Quick question, what did you do exactly to get internet access to the yoga 11 while no drivers where installed(when keyboard, wifi drivers etc. don't work)? Because to use a usb wifi adapter you'd need to install it's setup, which doesn't work because it's rt and it doesn't support it. So how did you exactly get internet access? Did your usb bluetooth adapter not need a setup? And also, do you know why usb tethering doesn't work? My only usb wifi adapter doesn't work because of the above reasons, so I tried tethering trough usb with my phone, but it would just show up as an unkown device with RNDIS as the name, and it wouldn't work(still no internet). Could you please help me out?
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In my case the USB Bluetooth adapter just worked. I think another wifi adapter should also work. You need a device which works with the generic drivers which are included. I think USB tethering requires some drivers that are not included by default and therefore need windows update/an internet connection.
I suggest you try another USB Bluetooth/wifi adapter and maybe borrow one somewhere. You can also try to force install the generic driver on the wifi adapter you have laying around, it may work.. I have no hopes for USB tethering.

Hi again,
Thanks for your answer last time.
If it's no bother, could I ask which bluetooth/wifi adapter you used?

Anyparktos said:
Hi again,
Thanks for your answer last time.
If it's no bother, could I ask which bluetooth/wifi adapter you used?
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Hello, I found myself that it is not actually necessary to buy an adapter. The Windows 8.1 recovery USB drive contains a Wi-Fi driver which works under Windows 10. The hardest part is installing it, though it's easiy if you're familiar with installing drivers under Device Manager.
Do as follows:
- Plug your Windows 8.1 USB recovery drive into your Lenovo Yoga 11.
- Take note of the drive letter that the recovery USB appears under (for example D:\)
- Open Device Manager.
- Look under the 'Other devices' tab. Try to find a device with a name suggesting it is a Wi-Fi adapter. I do not have on hand what it is supposed to be called right now. If you get stuck at this stage, let me know and I'll look further.
- Right click the device and click 'Update Driver Software...'
- Click 'Browse my computer locally for driver software'.
- In the search location type the location of your USB drive. For example if your drive is letter D:\ than type in D:\. You must make sure 'Include subfolders' option is ticked.
- Click 'Next' and the driver for Wi-Fi should be installed successfully if you chose the right device. If you choose the wrong one it's fine, just try again with the correct one.
Let me know how it goes...

Добрый день всем. Попал данный ноутбук в руки. Подскажите как его можно использовать для серфинга в интернете и офисной работы? Надо ли его прошивать на windows 10?

tobiasvanc said:
so my yoga 11 has been laying around for some years now and usage has been getting worse mostly because of the included, no longer supported, internet explorer.
But when i found that a working release of windows 10 arm32 for the surface rt was around, i decided to go rogue and install it on my yoga 11.
I adapted the tutorial by @kephax and @zaveraj to the needs of the yoga and added own experiences https://forum.xda-developers.com/windows-8-rt/rt-general/tutorial-install-windows-10-arm32-t4052035 https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82022643&postcount=41
feedback and suggestions are always welcome
**working** windows 10 arm32 on lenovo yoga 11
as usual, disclaimer: For dead devices, the author is not responsible. Perform all actions at your own peril and risk. At the moment, the topic with flashing is young and everything is done manually. Perhaps later the process will be partially or fully automated. In the meantime ...
Let's go !!!
#
documents and instructions
1. Firmware is a potentially dangerous process and requires some accuracy. Always have a recovery disc on hand created from the official kit from microsoft!
2. In order to facilitate the installation process, in addition to the usb flash drive, you will need a usb keyboard and an usb bluetooth/wifi adapter.
3. Windows 10 on arm is basically functional. The drivers for surface 1 work fine, the bluetooth driver for surface 2 has some problems. The store mainly supports the installation of arm applications. Office 2013 is fully operational and even has a russian language pack.
4. The image is not meant for the yoga 11, therefore keyboard, sound, wifi, bluetooth, camera, touchscreen? Are not working in the installation process. After a 'magic' windows update in the end, they do work.
Downloads:
Own collection of files on mega, includes some scripts for easy installation and the steps numbered: https://mega.nz/folder/eb5zsrhs#r8pi0qtupqus4cxjmxmxrw
mega: https://mega.nz/#f!2ijldysl!1pgkdtllvhcpgtkwrzrysa
yandex: Disk https://yadi.sk/d/mncuegkwm1xtxa
baidu: https://pan.baidu.com/s/12uf6bq_vftcrkv_1gzgayq password：c7bf
create recovery drive using the existing windows rt 8.1 installation:
https://support.microsoft.com/en-us/help/17422/windows-8-create-usb-recovery-drive
1. Clear an usb drive (8gb+ advised)
2. Open 'create a recovery drive' on the windows rt installation
3. Follow the instructions on the screen
restore the laptop to version 8.1 according to this instruction :
1. Ensure that the yoga is completely turned off and connected to the charger. Connect the recovery disk to the usb port.
2. Press and hold the volume up and windows button on the screen. Press and release the power button.
3. Hold volume up and windows button until a black screen with a console like appearance appears, then you may release
4. When prompted, select english and a keyboard layout.
5. Select "troubleshooting", then select "recover from a drive", in my case the last usb device was the correct one, it may take some tries which one you need. If you are prompted for a bitlocker recovery key, select "skip this drive" at the bottom of the screen. Next, select “just remove my files” and the last “reinstall”. The laptop will go into reboot and recovery of clean 8.1 will begin.
Hacking secureboot
1. Turn off uac. Run the registry file - disabling_uac.reg and, after merging, restart the laptop.
2. Unmount the registry hive responsible for the bcd. Using a combination of win + r buttons, open the run window and enter regedit to open the registry editor. Select hkey_local_machine \ bcd00000000, and click "file" - "unload hive" ("file" - "uninstall hive")
3. Run the securebootpatch patch
open the "securebootpatch" directory. Run as administrator (right click) installpolicy.cmd, and then restart the laptop.
After the reboot, the secure boot debug policy interface will appear. Select "accept and install" to install the policy.
4. Turning on the test mode.
Run the command line and enter:
Bcdedit /set {default} testsigning on && bcdedit /set {bootmgr} testsigning on
if there are no errors, restart the laptop and enter the recovery mode command line. Check the lower right corner of the screen for the words "secureboot is not configured correctly". If the inscription is present - continue (at the start of the winpe gui boot, it will blink and disappear under the background, will appear again at the command prompt).
-- i have to admit that i didn't check the secureboot, but it went well
deploying win10
1. From the last step, we are in winpe recovery mode:
Go to the command line: Select "troubleshooting", then "advanced options" - "command prompt". A request for a bitlocker recovery key should not appear.
2. Format drive c. Make sure that the commands are entered correctly and enter the next only if there are no errors in the previous one.
Enter
(a) diskpart
(b) list disk
(c) select disk 0
(d) list partition
(e) select partition 4
(f) format quick fs = ntfs override
(f) exit
3. Actually deploying win 10: The win10 deployment file suitable for your device (the surface rt one) should already be at the root of the flash drive. If not, rename it to "install.wim", and copy it to the root!
Enter:
Dism /apply-image /imagefile:d:\install.wim /index:1 /applydir:c:\
where: "d: \ install.wim" is the location of the deployment file from win 10, and "c:" is the system drive to which you are deploying.
Close the dialog after execution and restart the tablet.
4. When restarting you will get an error popup: Press shift+f10
-- this is the moment the drivers are no longer present and you will need the usb keyboard
5. Type regedit and go to key_local machine/system/setup/status/childcompletion > setup.exe > modify the value to "3"
6. Restart
note: I did not connect to wifi until sometime later, there is a firmware update that seems to mess up the ability to install appx files?
-- dont connect, for the above reason, a connection is however needed later on for the drivers.
### 2.1. How to activate windows
1. Powershell
slmgr.vbs /upk
slmgr /ipk nppr9-fwdcx-d2c8j-h872k-2yt43
slmgr /skms kms.03k.org
slmgr /ato
slmgr /skms zhang.yt
### 2.2 install runtime
if using my collection; it is possible to execute: Install.ps1 (may need to do so several times to make sure everything installs with the dependencies)
1. Copy appx1 from recovery usb to desktop
2. Desktop\appx1\appx1.ps1 > right click > run as administrator
3. Restart
--install appx files from framework folder
4. Desktop\appx1\appxbundle.ps1 > right click > run as administrator
5. Restart
6. Install:
Microsoft.windowsstore.appxbundle
microsoft.net.native.framework.1.1.appx
microsoft.net.native.runtime.1.1.appx
## 3. After installation ##
1. Install all apps/dependencies/framework you can that are included, at this stage the laptop accepts most.
2. Insert usb wifi adapter or usb bluetooth adapter
3. Connect to wifi or bluetooth (i used bluetooth tethering on my phone)
4. Run windows update and hear all the devices get installed.
### how to remove expired version popup ###
1. Go to c:\windows\system32
2. Right click on licensingui.exe > properties > security > advanced
-- guys, the file you have to rename for getting rid of the warning is not "logonui.exe", the guide is wrong. The right file is "licensingui.exe". -- thanks kiba85
3. Ower > change
4. Enter your username > check names
5. Give the group users or administrators full control
6. Close all dialog boxes
7. Now rename the file to logonuibak.exe
if it doesn't work; boot using the usb recovery, open command promt, navigate to c: Windows system32 and use the command "rename licensingui.exe licensingui.exe.bak
### how to change the language to english (and remove chinese) ###
start > settings > time & language > region & language
remove chinese and set english as default
### how to install ublock origin on edge ###
-- not so sure this works at the moment
1. Download this: https://github.com/nikrolls/ublock-edge/releases (i was able to install 1.12.0, but it made my edge unusable)
2. Edge > about:flags
3. Select: "enable extensions developer features"
4. Select the "..." > extensions > load extension
5. Select the folder with ublock origin (this should be on the surface itself)
### how to install uwp applications - manually ###
1. Find your application here:
https://www.microsoft.com/en-us/store/b/home
2. Copy the url and copy it here:
https://store.rg-adguard.net/7
3. You will need to find here the .appxbundle arm and sometimes also the dependencies. Sometimes when you download the file it does not have the extension, so rename the file to .appx in the end.
4. Install first the dependencies then the application on the surface rt
### how to install uwp applications - using arm rt app-store ###
https://forum.xda-developers.com/windows-8-rt/rt-general/arm-rt-app-store-windows-10-rt-t4067813
thanks @alexenferman
### install/modify appx files to work with version 15032 ###
download: https://developer.microsoft.com/en-us/windows/downloads/windows-10-sdk/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=82029699&postcount=50
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подскажите,какие файлы восстановления вы использовали? потому что в леново 8.0, а не 8.1?
upd. всё получилось,чтобы поставить драйвер сети надо распаковать wim файл и установить по инструкции. Кстати надписи что secureboot отключен не было

Guys I don't get a lil which one of install.wim do I need to use - from Surface 1 or Surface 2? In archive it both present.

hooddy said:
Guys I don't get a lil which one of install.wim do I need to use - from Surface 1 or Surface 2? In archive it both present.
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See https://mega.nz/folder/eB5zSRhS#r8pI0QtUPQUS4cXjMXmXRw
Surface 1

I dont get on which stage I need to doing Hack SecureBoot steps - after boot into Windows environment or within recovery environment?