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Hi guys, I am facing many problems with my HTC one M8. To start with I own an old Sony xperia and an htc one m7,installing roms was very easy, all you had to do was unlock the bootloader and download any rom you want then flash it , I thought it was the same thing but it turned out to be different, I wanted to install Android revolution v21 so what I did was download the rom (I have unlocked bootloader) then I used TWRP to flash it it showed me that it finished then I was stuck into bootloop, after that I thought that a factory reset(wipe) would fix the problem so I entered the recovery and tried a full wipe but I faced a new problem that everytime I try to enter the recovery it reboots after 20 seconds or so, I tried to install different versions of TWRP (including 2.7 and 2.8) and I also tried clockworkmod but it didn't work. So I did a little bit of research and I find out that I need to match CID and something called firmware version and then I found some threads about returning i back to stock such as:
COLLECTION of Stock backup's: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701376
[GUIDE] Return your European M8 to 100% Stock: http://d-h.st/NvY
So While I was reading I got mixed out between stock recoveries and nandroid backups and all this stuff and I didn't know what to do
I hope someone can help me FIX my phone
here is a picture of the things I get when I run : fastboot getvar version-main
fastboot oem readcid
fastboot getvar all
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Hi guys, I am facing many problems with my HTC one M8. To start with I own an old Sony xperia and an htc one m7,installing roms was very easy, all you had to do was unlock the bootloader and download any rom you want then flash it , I thought it was the same thing but it turned out to be different, I wanted to install Android revolution v21 so what I did was download the rom (I have unlocked bootloader) then I used TWRP to flash it it showed me that it finished then I was stuck into bootloop, after that I thought that a factory reset(wipe) would fix the problem so I entered the recovery and tried a full wipe but I faced a new problem that everytime I try to enter the recovery it reboots after 20 seconds or so, I tried to install different versions of TWRP (including 2.7 and 2.8) and I also tried clockworkmod but it didn't work. So I did a little bit of research and I find out that I need to match CID and something called firmware version and then I found some threads about returning i back to stock such as:
COLLECTION of Stock backup's: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701376
[GUIDE] Return your European M8 to 100% Stock: http://d-h.st/NvY
So While I was reading I got mixed out between stock recoveries and nandroid backups and all this stuff and I didn't know what to do
I hope someone can help me FIX my phone
here is a picture of the things I get when I run : fastboot getvar version-main
fastboot oem readcid
fastboot getvar all
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You need to update your firmware buddy.
Go here for downloads and instructions.
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Or you could use this method, which is the way I do it.
Also instructions on going SuperCID are on both links.
xunholyx said:
You need to update your firmware buddy.
Go here for downloads and instructions.
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Or you could use this method, which is the way I do it.
Also instructions on going SuperCID are on both links.
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How can I S-Off without having an OS??
megablakbar said:
How can I S-Off without having an OS??
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1. fix your firmware (if you cant flash firmware because your flash-on then skip to step two)
2.try to get into fastboot and flash your TWRP again.
3.once ur in recovery flash 4.4.3 or .2 rom
4. once u booted into the rom, get sunshine to get S-OFF
5. once you are S-OFF flash the new firmware 3.xxx.xxx.7 to flash ARHD 21
The process is pretty easy, but you dint take time to read, cant blame anyone.
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if your problem is you cant flash the rom fast enough in 20 second then you might need to send your phone in for a new motherboard... it ranges from 150-299 depedning on the fix.
G1_enthusiast said:
1. fix your firmware (if you cant flash firmware because your flash-on then skip to step two)
2.try to get into fastboot and flash your TWRP again.
3.once ur in recovery flash 4.4.3 or .2 rom
4. once u booted into the rom, get sunshine to get S-OFF
5. once you are S-OFF flash the new firmware 3.xxx.xxx.7 to flash ARHD 21
The process is pretty easy, but you dint take time to read, cant blame anyone.
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if your problem is you cant flash the rom fast enough in 20 second then you might need to send your phone in for a new motherboard... it ranges from 150-299 depedning on the fix.
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I will try it tomorrow and tell you what happens with me
Thanks alot, I actually read some threads(that I mentioned in the OP) but I got a bit confused...thank you alot
Yesterday I bought this HTC One M8, but it feels like a downgrade next to my OPO. So I want to return it. Problem is that I unlocked the bootloader with HTCdev, made it s-off with firewater and rooted it. Is there an easy way to make everything stock again? Im on cm11 now but ive made a backup of the stock rom after I rooted it. So I can go back to that point. But how can I make my phone s-on and lock the bootloader?
EddyOS made a guide in the general section that you can follow "Return to 100% stock" or something similar to that. It's written for international unbranded versions but it'll be mostly the same for any device. Just download the correct nandroids(which you already have as mentioned) and recovery. You'll have to use the method in Scotty's thread(It's linked in that guide from EddyOS) to reset the "Tampered/Modified" text. Scotty also has a thread which will help with the locking of bootloader, to show it as "locked" and not "relocked". To go back S-ON you should use code in fastboot mode: fastboot oem writesecureflag 3 <<<Though it's generally not recommended to do this and return to S-ON as it might throw out a security flag on the device, could even brick it. Some people had success with it some not, I won't recommend it but it's your choice ultimately. Which is why I showed the command to do it but I take no responsibility for it either way.
Flash your stock backup before root and than fastboot flash stock recovery followed by relocking your bootloader. It's been said in other threads that some devices shipped S-off so I wouldn't worry to much about that (my opinion)
Alright so ill keep it s-off but I removed the tampered banner and locked the bootloader, but I still have SuperSU and root acces it seems. Is there a way to remove that?
Iniesta89 said:
Alright so ill keep it s-off but I removed the tampered banner and locked the bootloader, but I still have SuperSU and root acces it seems. Is there a way to remove that?
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Your S-off so grab a stock non rooted ruu and use the external sdcard method or fastboot method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2824048
Hi Jball thanks for your help. Ive been looking through thisfollowing thread but im not sure which one to choose. Ive got a Vodafone branded one with CID VOAPE17 HBOOT 3.16.0.0000
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701376
jball said:
Your S-off so grab a stock non rooted ruu and use the external sdcard method or fastboot method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2824048
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My radio is 1.15.2133156.UA13G
What region are you in
Im in the Netherlands
jball said:
What region are you in
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Im in the Netherlands
Can you take a screenshot of your about phone in settings
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@lniesta89
Post #3 has your OTA update witch should set you back to complete stock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696514
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What region are you in
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jball said:
Can you take a screenshot of your about phone in settings
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@lniesta89
Post #3 has your OTA update witch should set you back to complete stock
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2696514
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Jesus christ, this is annoying af. I downloaded the zip, unzipped it. Put the folder in my TWRP map and when I try to restore it in TWRP i dont see anything.... wtf am i doin wrong?
Iniesta89 said:
Jesus christ, this is annoying af. I downloaded the zip, unzipped it. Put the folder in my TWRP map and when I try to restore it in TWRP i dont see anything.... wtf am i doin wrong?
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TWRP uses your phones serial in patch, that's why you cannot see the backup when trying to restore.
Do the following...Boot to TWRP, Backup, choose something small like boot, swipe to backup.
Reboot to OS, open a file explorer and look for TWRP\BACKUPS\SH***\2014-11-16---\
Delete all files from here and put there the downloaded files.
Reboot to TWRP and try to restore now. You should be able to see your backup
And it doesn't help you to download the OTA.zip that is provided in post 3 of that thread, it's not a nandroid backup it's an OTA update and it will NOT take you back to stock. You need all the system files etc from a nandroid backup(1+ GB) vs OTA.zip(couple of MB's) huge difference. That you can find in the collection of stock backups thread made by MrHofs, it's also in the general section.
Hi everyone,
First of all thank you for taking the time to read my problem, and maybe trying to help.
I will try to describe with as many data and images what I have done, that led me to my problem, I hope it's not the end of my M9.
My original goal was to revert my M9 back to stock.
The M9 state before trying to achieve this was:
Root
S-OFF
TWRP Recovery installed
Unlocked Bootloader
cid 11111111
Custom Rom- Viperone M9 version 4.3.0
To revert to stock, I first tried RUU.EXE method.
This procedure always resulted in ERROR 155. After searching the forums, I understood that this sometimes happens because of the unlocked bootloader.
So using the Fastboot I relocked the bootloader. Unfortunately, that didn't help.
After that, I tried flashing RUU.ZIP via Fastboot.
I did several Fastboot commands after searching all forums. Everytime Fastboot command resulted in another error.
Unfortunately, during this process I did S-ON, and I this that because of that, I am currently stuck.
At the moment, the device doesn't manage to execute any command I try.
Also, it doesn't boot into the firmware, so I can't S-OFF again.
I'm afraid already (hope it's not too late) to continue other actions without assistance.
At the end of OP, you will find screenshots of
The current Bootloader Screen
The current Download screen
Result info of Fastboot command: "fastboot getvar all"
A link to the RUU.EXE I tried using
A link to the RUU.ZIP I tried using
To keep thing clear, any other image of actions will be uploaded to OP.
I would very very much appreciate help and advice.
I hope it's not too late, even if this whole thing doesn't succeed, I look forward learning more to prevent this from happening in the future.
Thank you.
Bootloader Screen:
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"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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Download Screen:
Fastboot getvar all:
RUU.EXE: https://www.dropbox.com/s/9kjf0u8h5iy8rdc/RUU_HIMA_UL_M60_SENSE70_ATT_MR_NA_Gen_Unlock_3.35.617.12.exe?dl=0
RUU.ZIP: https://www.dropbox.com/s/edzwftny23ldsiq/0PJAIMG_HIMA_UHL_M60_SENSE70_HTC_Europe_3.35.401.12_Radio_01.01_U11440792_97.00.51203G_F_release_signed.zip?dl=0
Actions done according to information from this thread:
You have to be "official" to go to stock or the ruu fails.
I dont think supercid helps either.. S-off shouldn't make a difference.
I think it's flash a stock backup, flash stock recovery,?? lock bootloader?? Flash stock ruu.
There are a few threads. I recommend flippy's thread.
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You have to be "official" to go to stock or the ruu fails.
I dont think supercid helps either.. S-off shouldn't make a difference.
I think it's flash a stock backup, flash stock recovery,?? lock bootloader?? Flash stock ruu.
There are a few threads. I recommend flippy's thread.
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Hi, and thank you for your reply.
Can you please past a link to the thread so that I can be sure I'm following the correct one?
I tried flashing recovery, locking bootloader and flashing stock RUU, all resulting in error.
If you could be more specific about what exactly I should do, I would give you the respected result.
I'm not looking for someone to do the searching or work for me. I just want to be accurate about the actions I need to do and their results so that you I and other helpers would now the exact actions made and their results.
Thank you
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3132698
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shivadow said:
You have to be "official" to go to stock or the ruu fails.
I dont think supercid helps either.. S-off shouldn't make a difference.
I think it's flash a stock backup, flash stock recovery,?? lock bootloader?? Flash stock ruu.
There are a few threads. I recommend flippy's thread.
Sent from my HTC One M9 using Tapatalk
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shivadow said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3132698
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There are no instructions there. Only all sorts of files.
I have already been to that thread. The files are tried to flash are also from there.
Maybe I flashed the wrong files, or maybe I didn't do the steps properly, but in any case, I can't know from that thread since it is not described there.
Again, please be more specific about what are the steps, or anything else that I need to do.
Thank you
Did you even bother reading the OP of my thread? If you had you would have known where to find the instructions.
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Flippy498 said:
Did you even bother reading the OP of my thread? If you had you would have known where to find the instructions.
Sent from my HTC One S using XDA Labs
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Lol, I read every letter in the first post.
post 1: Opening post (no instructions)
post 2: TWRP backups (not relevant to me because I can't flash the recovery, again no instructions. Only files)
post 3: OTA Updates (again no instructions. Only files)
post 4: Stock Recoveries (again no instructions. Only files)
post 5: General Info (again no instructions. Only links to other threads regarding the info)
post 6: Useful links to downloads
Did I miss something?:laugh:
henengel said:
Did I miss something?:laugh:
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Well, obviously you did.
From the OP:
Flippy498 said:
Please take a look at my google sheet if you want to get back to stock and don't know how to flash a RUU or how to correctly restore a TWRP backup. Although the sheet doesn't contain files for every existing firmware version the instructions can be used for every other RUU and TWRP backups that contain at least a Boot Image, the Stock Recovery and a System Image, too.
[...]
RUUs and useful links (e.g. instructions) can be found in the 6th Post.
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From Post #6:
Flippy498 said:
Flippy498's Google Sheet
Contains download links for all Back-to-Stock files he collected/created (RUUs, OTAs, official Firmware Packs, Stock Recoveries, Boot Images and TWRP Backups) and some instructions how to flash RUUs or how to Restore a TWRP Backup correctly, too
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Edit: Btw, if you don't want others to use your IMEI for scam you should remove it from your OP.
Flippy498 said:
Well, obviously you did.
From the OP:
From Post #6:
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First of all thank you for pointing out the instructions.
Obviously, I did...
Just a suggestion, it would be very helpful if you could make the section stand out more, and be clearer that all steps and instructions are placed there.
I personally didn't understand that all of that is located there... again only my opinion.
I'll start right away and be back with all results and images...:good:
I actually prefer it the way it is now. That wasn't my thread from the beginning and I don't want to change too much of the original OP. Besides I don't like the tl;dr attitude (aka "OP? I see no reason why I should waste my time and read it!"-attitude) more and more user seem to have here on xda. You can do a lot of mistakes and ruin your phone in so many ways if you don't know what you're doing (this especially applies to S-OFF users) and this way people are forced to read the OP if they need help. (And maybe one or another user starts reading the basic information in post #5.)
Oh and for your own safety: Please take a look at the edit of my last post.
Flippy498 said:
I actually prefer it the way it is now. That wasn't my thread from the beginning and I don't want to change too much of the original OP. Besides I don't like the tl;dr attitude (aka "OP? I see no reason why I should waste my time and read it!"-attitude) more and more user seem to have here on xda. You can do a lot of mistakes and ruin your phone in so many ways if you don't know what you're doing (this especially applies to S-OFF users) and this way people are forced to read the OP if they need help. (And maybe one or another user starts reading the basic information in post #5.)
Oh and for your own safety: Please take a look at the edit of my last post.
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I totally understand you...
That is indeed the common attitude...but if it doesn't stand out a bit, it is really easy to miss like I did.
There is a lot of information here, and it's very easy to miss 1 sentence, as I did.
But you are the creator, or in this situation the of the maintainer of the post, so obviously your opinion is what counts.
As far as one is concerned, I'm just appreciate very much and thank you for your help.:good:
Well after doing as the guide said (very easy), my M9 is up and running as normal.
Thank you so very much for your help and guidance.
Hello,
my tmobile m8 is stuck in bootloader after trying to flash signed firmware.
I any attempts using flashboot do not work.
Can anyone please help me bring my phone back to life in anyway possible.
Ive been trying to find a RUU.zip file to try on my sd card, although i cant seem to find a download link to a zip file and i am on a MAC so the .exe wont work for me.
can someone please help!!!
jdub1983 said:
Hello,
my tmobile m8 is stuck in bootloader after trying to flash signed firmware.
I any attempts using flashboot do not work.
Can anyone please help me bring my phone back to life in anyway possible.
Ive been trying to find a RUU.zip file to try on my sd card, although i cant seem to find a download link to a zip file and i am on a MAC so the .exe wont work for me.
can someone please help!!!
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What does it say next to "OS" in your bootloader?
xunholyx said:
What does it say next to "OS" in your bootloader?
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Nothing is listed next to os in the bootloader mene
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jdub1983 said:
my tmobile m8 is stuck in bootloader after trying to flash signed firmware.
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Was the firmware install successful, or not?
Even with a successful firmware flash, the intended and expected result is no boot to OS. Or alternately, you will need to unlock bootloader, flash TWRP, and restore a stock TWRP backup.
jdub1983 said:
I any attempts using flashboot do not work.
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Do you mean fastboot?
What exactly did you try, what were the results, specific error messages, etc.
Just say "any attempts . . do not work" doesn't give us enough info to be helpful.
redpoint73 said:
Was the firmware install successful, or not?
Even with a successful firmware flash, the intended and expected result is no boot to OS. Or alternately, you will need to unlock bootloader, flash TWRP, and restore a stock TWRP backup.
Do you mean fastboot?
What exactly did you try, what were the results, specific error messages, etc.
Just say "any attempts . . do not work" doesn't give us enough info to be helpful.
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My apologies, fastboot is what I meant.
I'm not at my MAC to copy and paste, I can when I get home after work.
None of the firmware attempts were successful. None of the attempts to flash a recovery were successful either.
Originally I attempted a signed firmware flash from the SD card, renaming the zip, and letting hboot do it's thing. No errors from that method, just rebooted back to the OS.
If you give me a few things to do when I'm in front of the computer I'll execute them later on and report back the results.
jdub1983 said:
My apologies, fastboot is what I meant.
I'm not at my MAC to copy and paste, I can when I get home after work.
None of the firmware attempts were successful. None of the attempts to flash a recovery were successful either.
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You need to tell us what the error messages were, in order for us to troubleshoot the fastboot problem.
Otherwise, we don't know if the firmware flash was unsuccessful due to wrong firmware, etc.; or if you simply have an issue with USB connectivity.
Try fastboot devices, and see is the output is the phone's serial number. This would mean fastboot is working properly. No need to tell us the serial number (as it's personal info, should not be posted online) - just tell us yes/no.
If the result is "waiting" or no devices connected, or some other error, tell us.
You also need to tell use the firmware numer(s) you tried to flash, and would be nice to see the exact commands, outputs, etc.
jdub1983 said:
None of the attempts to flash a recovery were successful either.
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Do you mean custom recovery? If so, is it TWRP? What version number?
You can't flash custom recovery (TWRP) with a locked (relocked) bootloader. You need to unlock it again, to flash TWRP.
When asking for help, you should really try to give as many specifics and details as possible. So far, you really haven't provided much specific detail, at all.
jdub1983 said:
Originally I attempted a signed firmware flash from the SD card, renaming the zip, and letting hboot do it's thing. No errors from that method, just rebooted back to the OS.
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It appears that firmware flash was not successful. Otherwise, the version number of the firmware would be listed on the bootloader screen for OS number.
What number firmware did you try to flash?
redpoint73 said:
You need to tell us what the error messages were, in order for us to troubleshoot the fastboot problem.
Otherwise, we don't know if the firmware flash was unsuccessful due to wrong firmware, etc.; or if you simply have an issue with USB connectivity.
Try fastboot devices, and see is the output is the phone's serial number. This would mean fastboot is working properly. No need to tell us the serial number (as it's personal info, should not be posted online) - just tell us yes/no.
If the result is "waiting" or no devices connected, or some other error, tell us.
You also need to tell use the firmware numer(s) you tried to flash, and would be nice to see the exact commands, outputs, etc.
Do you mean custom recovery? If so, is it TWRP? What version number?
You can't flash custom recovery (TWRP) with a locked (relocked) bootloader. You need to unlock it again, to flash TWRP.
When asking for help, you should really try to give as many specifics and details as possible. So far, you really haven't provided much specific detail, at all.
It appears that firmware flash was not successful. Otherwise, the version number of the firmware would be listed on the bootloader screen for OS number.
What number firmware did you try to flash?
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When I get home I'll re-try some of the flashes and let you know what the errors say. I originally tried to flash tmobiles latest firmware, full wipe 6.20.531.5 if memory is serving me right now. Downloaded from sneaky ghosts thread. Attempted via sdcard and fastboot. I'll re run the fastboot flash and report the error again, however there wasn't an error code number reported, was all text.
As for TWRP, I'll unlock bootloader again and try and flash again and report the error it gave me.
Thanks for the help, and apologize for not having complete info for you to work off at the moment.
Greatly appreciated!
jdub1983 said:
I'll re run the fastboot flash and report the error again, however there wasn't an error code number reported, was all text.
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I didn't specify that it had to be an error code number. If the response is all text, tell us what it is. Cut and paste, or do a screenshot, if that is easier. Either way, it will probably tell me what is going wrong.
jdub1983 said:
When I get home I'll re-try some of the flashes and let you know what the errors say. I originally tried to flash tmobiles latest firmware, full wipe 6.20.531.5 if memory is serving me right now. Downloaded from sneaky ghosts thread. Attempted via sdcard and fastboot. I'll re run the fastboot flash and report the error again, however there wasn't an error code number reported, was all text.
As for TWRP, I'll unlock bootloader again and try and flash again and report the error it gave me.
Thanks for the help, and apologize for not having complete info for you to work off at the moment.
Greatly appreciated!
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Sneakyghost doesn't supply signed firmware. Everything he does is modified, and can only be flashed if you are S-Off
xunholyx said:
Sneakyghost doesn't supply signed firmware. Everything he does is modified, and can only be flashed if you are S-Off
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Doesn't he have 2 options he offers, the no wipe, which he modifies, and the fullwipe, which I thought were signed?
xunholyx said:
Sneakyghost doesn't supply signed firmware. Everything he does is modified, and can only be flashed if you are S-Off
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As I suspected, but I could never remember.
OP can find signed firmware here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60218734&postcount=5
Can't find a zip version of the T-Mobile RUU. So you may need to resort to restoring the stock TWRP backup from the same thread as the signed firmware: https://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/help/tutorial-how-to-stock-stock-twrp-t3086860
But that depends on what exactly your end goal is. Are you trying to return to full Marshmallow stock, or something else?
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jdub1983 said:
Doesn't he have 2 options he offers, the no wipe, which he modifies, and the fullwipe, which I thought were signed?
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He offers No Wipe (which is modified firmware) and Full Stock (which does wipe). But full stock does not mean it's signed. I remember these not being signed also (like xunholyx said). And you can't flash unsigned firmware, unless you have s-off.
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Doesn't he have 2 options he offers, the no wipe, which he modifies, and the fullwipe, which I thought were signed?
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No, they aren't.
Since you are S-On and wiping anyway, the best thing for you to do would just to run an RUU. I'll extract the ROM.zip (RUU.zip) from the T-Mo RUU.exe when I get home in a bit (an hour or two) and link you here to it. You'll be able to flash that via your SD card.
EDIT: I see now that Redpoint has already linked you up. :good: Easier for me
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Since you are S-On and wiping anyway, the best thing for you to do would just to run an RUU. I'll extract the ROM.zip (RUU.zip) from the T-Mo RUU.exe when I get home in a bit (an hour or two) and link you here to it. You'll be able to flash that via your SD card.
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I agree the RUU is easier for him, since he is already relocked and (as you mentioned) wiping anyway. Restoring a TWRP backup (by method I linked) is a lot more steps.
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As I suspected, but I could never remember.
OP can find signed firmware here: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=60218734&postcount=5
Can't find a zip version of the T-Mobile RUU. So you may need to resort to restoring the stock TWRP backup from the same thread as the signed firmware: https://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/help/tutorial-how-to-stock-stock-twrp-t3086860
But that depends on what exactly your end goal is. Are you trying to return to full Marshmallow stock, or something else?
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He offers No Wipe (which is modified firmware) and Full Stock (which does wipe). But full stock does not mean it's signed. I remember these not being signed also (like xunholyx said). And you can't flash unsigned firmware, unless you have s-off.
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Gotcha! If I'm s-on though, how did everything get screwed up? Guess it's not important now.
I'd like to get the m8 upgraded to latest firmware, radio, etc for T-Mobile network. Was planning on installing a custom ROM once it was upgraded, such as lineageOS or leedroid Rom. Something simple really, my m8 is my backup phone.
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I agree the RUU is easier for him, since he is already relocked and (as you mentioned) wiping anyway. Restoring a TWRP backup (by method I linked) is a lot more steps.
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Would be great to have the ruu zip, been looking for a one for a few days. However if you want to hold off, I'm happy to go through the long get process as it will be good practice and refresher for me, if I run into any issues I can then hit you up for the zip ruu. Whatever is good for you kind souls helping me out!
Thank you!
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If I'm s-on though, how did everything get screwed up?
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Once you relock the bootloader with s-on, the phone is rendered unable to boot to OS, as it expects RUU to be run.
OS number is blank in bootloader, usually due to an old version of TWRP being used it the past (known bug).
Other than that, your fastboot issues are often a problem on the PC side. But would need to know the exact error messages to troubleshoot further.
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I'd like to get the m8 upgraded to latest firmware, radio, etc for T-Mobile network. Was planning on installing a custom ROM once it was upgraded, such as lineageOS or leedroid Rom.
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If the intent to flash a custom ROM right away, I would suggest just flashing the signed firmware 6.20.531.5 from the link I provided. Then unlock bootloader again, flash TWRP 3.1.0 (current version) and flash the ROM of your choice.
No point in restoring a stock TWRP backup, if you are just going to then flash a custom ROM.
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I agree the RUU is easier for him, since he is already relocked and (as you mentioned) wiping anyway. Restoring a TWRP backup (by method I linked) is a lot more steps.
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Once you relock the bootloader with s-on, the phone is rendered unable to boot to OS, as it expects RUU to be run.
OS number is blank in bootloader, usually due to an old version of TWRP being used it the past (known bug).
Other than that, your fastboot issues are often a problem on the PC side. But would need to know the exact error messages to troubleshoot further.
If the intent to flash a custom ROM right away, I would suggest just flashing the signed firmware 6.20.531.5 from the link I provided. Then unlock bootloader again, flash TWRP 3.1.0 (current version) and flash the ROM of your choice.
No point in restoring a stock TWRP backup, if you are just going to then flash a custom ROM.
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I'll give it a whirl when I get home and let you know of any errors, if any, hopefully not.
Question ahead of time: I noticed after re-locking the bootloader, the command "fastboot oem rebootruu" wasn't recognized, does this play into the fact that the phone is expecting a ruu, and therefore already in ruu mode?
Thanks again!
jdub1983 said:
Question ahead of time: I noticed after re-locking the bootloader, the command "fastboot oem rebootruu" wasn't recognized, does this play into the fact that the phone is expecting a ruu, and therefore already in ruu mode?
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I doubt it. Rather, I think your syntax was incorrect (if you typed it exactly as you did before) as the part "RUU" (no quotes) should be in caps:
fastboot oem rebootRUU
If the phone is in RUU mode, it will show a black screen, with HTC logo.
jdub1983 said:
Would be great to have the ruu zip, been looking for a one for a few days. However if you want to hold off, I'm happy to go through the long get process as it will be good practice and refresher for me, if I run into any issues I can then hit you up for the zip ruu. Whatever is good for you kind souls helping me out!
Thank you!
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Here's the RUU.zip for you.
you both are amazing, thank you!
I feel so silly, considering I was using sneaky ghosts unsigned fullwipe firmware... Blah!
Again, you both are awesome, kind to a moron! The universe will provide for you both!
Thanks again!!!
Everything is working wonderful!!!!!
S-OFF is out now for HTC U12+ with Sunshine
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https://twitter.com/TheRootNinja/status/1017891591531343872
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That is great! Thank you!
Could you explain a bit more about the "temp" nature at this point and why someone would need the temp solution right now before you guys figure out the permanent way?
Great work!
MNoisy said:
That is great! Thank you!
Could you explain a bit more about the "temp" nature at this point and why someone would need the temp solution right now before you guys figure out the permanent way?
Great work!
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Starting from the HTC U11, you can't permanently S-OFF the device (SunShine never achieved it for the U11). You can find a complete explanation here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/u11/how-to/s-off-word-t3662712/post73543715
MNoisy said:
That is great! Thank you!
Could you explain a bit more about the "temp" nature at this point and why someone would need the temp solution right now before you guys figure out the permanent way?
Great work!
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Razorbacktrack5535 said:
Starting from the HTC U11, you can't permanently S-OFF the device (SunShine never achieved it for the U11). You can find a complete explanation here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/u11/how-to/s-off-word-t3662712/post73543715
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In addition: it has all the same features as permanent S-OFF, with exception of the ability to use custom hboot/aboot. Once you reboot into Android or Recovery, the device will reset back S-ON, so be careful what you do, once you achieved S-OFF.
Permanent S-OFF is to dangerous - and much more risky - on those new devices as the U11 and all more recent ones.
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In addition: it has all the same features as permanent S-OFF, with exception of the ability to use custom hboot/aboot. Once you reboot into Android or Recovery, the device will reset back S-ON, so be careful what you do, once you achieved S-OFF.
Permanent S-OFF is to dangerous - and much more risky - on those new devices as the U11 and all more recent ones.
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Thank you for that information!
So for the basic essential customizers like me, I would start using this when we start getting some custom ROM's if they are unsigned, to change my model, install TWRP, or if I need supercid?
MNoisy said:
Thank you for that information!
So for the basic essential customizers like me, I would start using this when we start getting some custom ROM's if they are unsigned, to change my model, install TWRP, or if I need supercid?
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Wouldn't recommend SuperCID anymore, as you won't be able to receive OTAs any longer - yes they changed that as well. S-OFF is only needed to change CID and thus the specific software you're running, or to flash unsigned firmware. No more no less to it actually.
And there's no actual recovery partition anymore, due to treble. Instead stock recovery shares its partition with the respective boot.img. Thus I guess TWRP might be flashed as recovery_ramdisk, or as a TWRP patched boot image - we'll see when it's out and available though.
Sent from my HTC U11 using XDA Labs
S-off gives you complete control over YOUR device. You don't necessarily need to receive OTA's if you're S-off. You can flash your firmware on your schedule, not when the carrier or manufacturer says it's ready. Flash it when you're ready. Flash what you want, when you want. If the option is there, I'm getting S-off every time.
Do your homework, research and learn. If you're too lazy to do your due diligence, don't S-off. You can truly brick your phone if you're not 100% sure of what you're doing.
If you're going to just flash ROMs or just get root access but stay stock otherwise, no need to S-off. If you want complete control over flashing everything , go S-off.
But remember with great power comes great responsibility.
Beyond flashing random firmwares willy-nilly, what's the actual point of this when all U12+ ships unlocked (at least here, in the US)...? I really don't see any reason now.
szlevi said:
Beyond flashing random firmwares willy-nilly, what's the actual point of this when all U12+ ships unlocked (at least here, in the US)...? I really don't see any reason now.
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if there is a temp root solution u can have a completely bootloader locked saftey net passing rooted device, also the us unlocked devices just mean the sim card is unlocked for whatever carrier you want to use not bootloader unlocked
Hi! I can't to obtain s-off.I bought license via app Sunshine, but when the process begins (Sunshine will now set your device S-OFF) my phone no reboot and no to obtain s-off.
I have 1.15.401.4,unlocked,rooted.
May this need to make with LOCKED status?
Help me pls.
Sorry my english
JR 2007 said:
Hi! I can't to obtain s-off.I bought license via app Sunshine, but when the process begins (Sunshine will now set your device S-OFF) my phone no reboot and no to obtain s-off.
I have 1.15.401.4,unlocked,rooted.
May this need to make with LOCKED status?
Help me pls.
Sorry my english
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You need to be sure you went to HTC Dev and unlocked your bootloader first. After that you need to be rooted.
If you have both of those steps done and you're getting errors, go to: https://therootninja.zendesk.com/hc/en-us and check out how to troubleshoot, and send in a support ticket.
These guys are awesome, jcase and beaups are super legit and are always willing to help with their software. Good luck
Granite1 said:
You need to be sure you went to HTC Dev and unlocked your bootloader first. After that you need to be rooted.
If you have both of those steps done and you're getting errors, go to: https://therootninja.zendesk.com/hc/en-us and check out how to troubleshoot, and send in a support ticket.
These guys are awesome, jcase and beaups are super legit and are always willing to help with their software. Good luck
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Thank you)
also make sure you are on the stock kernel it doesnt like freak07's
kickyoace said:
also make sure you are on the stock kernel it doesnt like freak07's
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Sunshine S-Off isn't working for me either, the orange progress bar completes multiple times until it finally reboots but it just boots back up into the ROM. I am on cleanslate kernel, maybe that is the issue?
LibertyMonger said:
Sunshine S-Off isn't working for me either, the orange progress bar completes multiple times until it finally reboots but it just boots back up into the ROM. I am on cleanslate kernel, maybe that is the issue?
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Seems like I needs to have the stock kernel
mammothjojo88 said:
Seems like I needs to have the stock kernel
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Yes, this was exactly the problem. I restored stock kernel and it worked first try. Thanks.
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Temp. S-Off helped me to fix my Slot b, it seemed slot b was corrupt, it wouldn't boot as if there wasn't a ROM on it so reverting back to the old 1.15 ROM and taking the 1.21 OTA seemed to fix it. Seemless updates worked and i am currently back on slot b finally. I tried everything beforehand and nothing would work except this.
Thanks, used sunshine to convert u12+ china to emea ROM
answer from the support:
HTC designed the u12+ to only support temp s-off, all phones after and including the 11 have been this way
I tried to achieve S-Off with 1.30.401.2 but it takes more than 10 minutes and afterwards the phone boots into the system and not bootloader/download mode. Any thoughts?
mdxdave said:
I tried to achieve S-Off with 1.30.401.2 but it takes more than 10 minutes and afterwards the phone boots into the system and not bootloader/download mode. Any thoughts?
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I just tried it on 1.30 and it is working for me. I have no advice other than that, sorry.