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How to Backup the original ROM? and How to recover it?

Using ROMUPDATE tools (mtty) we can backup the original ROM from the HTC PPC phone edition (like O2,T-Mobile,XDA,dopod,MDC,etc). But we knew also, we can't recovery the RADIO version by using the ROM. so, How to backup the ROM and how to recovery it to ORIGINAL? Method? Thanks!

Read here
The method is the same except you have to press Power + Camera + Soft Reset to go to Bootloader mode.

Rooted the N1 - Now What?

After lurking forever I finally pulled the trigger and rooted my N1. Painless.
Fastboot to unlock the bootloader - Check
Flashed Amon_RA recovery image - Check
Created nandroid backup - Check
Flashed nexus-addon-0.1-signed.zip - Check
Confirmed su working - Check.
Now what? Is it just as simple as putting a new ROM on my SD and reflashing?
Or do I need to do it through adb?
I know each of them seem to have different instructions. Some need you to wipe before, others you can flash over the top of your existing ROM.
Is there a standard way that works across all ROMS when it comes to flashing? Should there be to make is easy for the rest of us?
Thanks in advance.

Put a rom in and flash from recovery!
Shouldnt be too hard as you have gotten mostly everything done already! I would recommend trying out the Desire rom from MOdaco! Check the development section. download it and try it for yourself and or Cyanogens Rom!!!!

mr_skot said:
After lurking forever I finally pulled the trigger and rooted my N1. Painless.
Fastboot to unlock the bootloader - Check
Flashed Amon_RA recovery image - Check
Created nandroid backup - Check
Flashed nexus-addon-0.1-signed.zip - Check
Confirmed su working - Check.
Now what? Is it just as simple as putting a new ROM on my SD and reflashing?
Or do I need to do it through adb?
I know each of them seem to have different instructions. Some need you to wipe before, others you can flash over the top of your existing ROM.
Is there a standard way that works across all ROMS when it comes to flashing? Should there be to make is easy for the rest of us?
Thanks in advance.
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Welcome to the world of root! Congrats!
Always back up first, then wipe, then flash the .zip from the root of the phone. That way you can restore if you futz it up. It's that easy.

Usually when you're upgrading a Rom with a new version the person has put out you won't need to wipe, example going from Cyanogen 5.0.3>5.0.3.1 but if you're using different peoples roms you'll always need to wipe. Sometimes you will for an upgrade and the dev will state this, just always read their instructions and always backup before flashing anything. Have fun

drpfenderson said:
Always back up first, then wipe, then flash the .zip from the root of the phone. That way you can restore if you futz it up. It's that easy.
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Thanks for the input. Just a few more questions:
1 - If I do a nandroid backup won't that overwrite the last backup? Can I rename the nandroid folder on the SD card before doing another backup?
For example, I currently have a backup of the stock rom. Can I rename the nandroid folder on the SD card to something like "/nan_bu_stock" before I run another nandroid backup?
2 - Then I select the wipe option from the RA's recovery correct? This won't wipe the SD card too will it, just simply wipe the device back to 'factory' correct?
3 - Then do I place the new ROM .zip file on the root of the SD card or the root of the device? I'm assuming I select the RA 'flash from .zip' option to flash the new ROM correct?
Thanks

mr_skot said:
Thanks for the input. Just a few more questions:
1 - If I do a nandroid backup won't that overwrite the last backup? Can I rename the nandroid folder on the SD card before doing another backup?
For example, I currently have a backup of the stock rom. Can I rename the nandroid folder on the SD card to something like "/nan_bu_stock" before I run another nandroid backup?
2 - Then I select the wipe option from the RA's recovery correct? This won't wipe the SD card too will it, just simply wipe the device back to 'factory' correct?
3 - Then do I place the new ROM .zip file on the root of the SD card or the root of the device? I'm assuming I select the RA 'flash from .zip' option to flash the new ROM correct?
Thanks
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No, it wont overwrite it, it will create a new folder with the latest backup and the folders will be named depending on the date. such as 2/25 with a whole bunch of letters. you can also rename it from the sd-card
Answer 2 - no it wont wipe sd card.
Answer 3 - you place it on the root of the sd-card!

And finally....
After the .zip from the new ROM is on the root of my SD card I use the 'flash zip from sdcard' option ?

mr_skot said:
And finally....
After the .zip from the new ROM is on the root of my SD card I use the 'flash zip from sdcard' option ?
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It is as easy as that, but make sure you wipe first else you will likely get errors, enjoy CyanogenMod.

mr_skot said:
And finally....
After the .zip from the new ROM is on the root of my SD card I use the 'flash zip from sdcard' option ?
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Yep, its that simple. Select that option, then select the zip file for the ROM.

[Q] Backup HD2 Nandroid?

What is the best way to back up Nandriod on an HTC HD2? I have an aversion to trying most of the methods because they seem to all be specifically tailored to Native Android phones.

I take it that you have MAGLDR and Clockwork installed... why not just backup using the AD Recovery option in MAGLDR 1.13 and then choosing 'Backup and Restore'. Then just follow your nose.

So to clarify;
ClockworkRecoveryMod isn't its own ROM?
Nor will it override my current rom if I installed the rom before CRM?

You need to wipe your current rom to install clockwork. Flash clockwork from Magldr "usb flasher" then access clockwork with "boot ad recovery" option on magldr. Once in clockwork, install roms in zip format from SD card. You can also do full backup/restore and partition SD for sd-ext using clockwork.
Sent from my HTC HD2

polo735 said:
You need to wipe your current rom to install clockwork. Flash clockwork from Magldr "usb flasher" then access clockwork with "boot ad recovery" option on magldr. Once in clockwork, install roms in zip format from SD card. You can also do full backup/restore and partition SD for sd-ext using clockwork.
Sent from my HTC HD2
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So How do/can I save my ROM before installing clockwork?

omAcronAlpha said:
So How do/can I save my ROM before installing clockwork?
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I am also interested to know how to do it

Ironically the program in Clockwork is actually called 'Nandroid Backup' lol. It's not got to doo with HD2 and NAND Android though.
Basically you can't flash CWM and keep your current DFT ROM. It'll erase it as when you have clockwork you don't install ROM's by DFT flasher, you do it by .zip files on the phone.
Basically if you want to backup your settings and apps use a program like 'Titanium Backup' or 'MyBackup Pro'. Mybackup is my personal favourite, but it's up to you. It saves to your SD card so you can keep the file stored on your PC incase you need to back up.

Right Scellyyy and I also suggest to backup the SD card on the PC because for some ROM's you need to format or partition the SD card.
So if the Originial ROM is backuped you are now able to restore all the data.
1. Backup with Titanium or so
2. Copy whole SD card to PC
3. Be sure to have the actual installed ROM
4. Install Mag, Cwm and the NAND ROM of your choice with the certain tutorial for that
5. If you don't like it: Just flash the old ROM
6. Copy SD data back
7. Restore backup and your done
Sent from my HTC HD2 using Tapatalk

nobnut said:
I take it that you have MAGLDR and Clockwork installed... why not just backup using the AD Recovery option in MAGLDR 1.13 and then choosing 'Backup and Restore'. Then just follow your nose.
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When i choose "AD Recovery" i get the message:"No boot source"

you have to flash clockworkmod recovery aka cwm. it's basically a separated partition for nandroid.
Sent from my HTC HD2 using XDA App

omAcronAlpha said:
So How do/can I save my ROM before installing clockwork?
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try "mybackuppro" which is available in the market.u can backup ur data,but u cant backup ur current rom.u hav to use cwm dor that !
Sent from my HTC HD 2 powered by HYPERDROID

First flash back to custom ROM?

Hi, i have this ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905060) on my phone (but Android 2.3.3) and i want to use this one. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=933951. Now its SPL 2.08 (or something like that) and MAGLDR 1.13. When I installed the ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905060) CWM was not necessary. Now i have to install it. So:
- Do I have to first flash back to my custom ROM or can I install CWM over the ROM I have?
- Do I have to flash back to my custom ROM to install the new ROM?
Helgon

enter magldr
usb flashing
flash cwm with partition of size listed in your target rom thread
reboot
enter magldr
ad recovery
this will start cwm
flash zip from sd
choose zip from sd
reboot
if you had any sd files, partiotions or whatever on your sd card, delete them first.
When I installed the ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905060) CWM was not necessary. Now i have to install it.
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so does that mean you are on an old version of that rom? because cwm IS necessary to flash it.

so does that mean you are on an old version of that rom? because cwm IS necessary to flash it.
- Yes, im using the 2.3.3 version
One question about the sd. Do i have to format it first? or just delete each folder and then copy the rom zip?

Helgon2000 said:
so does that mean you are on an old version of that rom? because cwm IS necessary to flash it.
- Yes, im using the 2.3.3 version
One question about the sd. Do i have to format it first? or just delete each folder and then copy the rom zip?
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formatting sd is a good idea but not necessary. just put your rom.zip to sd. you also dont have to erase old rom.zip from sd if you need it.

CWM Backup help needed

Hey,
(I currently use Hyperdroid ROM on my HD2 and since my WIFI connection to the router isnt working since yesterday i wanted to install a new ROM)
I already tried to do a Backup once, but it didn't work.
To create a complete backup of the phone I need to get into CWM. Normally you get there thrue ROM Manager or by "AD Recovery" in the Boot Loader.
For some reason both dont work. even though in installed CWM 3.1.0.0 with Rom Manager.
Last time I tried to do a Backup i flashed CWM in the bootloader, since it wouldn't start - not knowing i wasn't able to boot Android anymore.
Now my question: Where is my mistake? Do I need a certain file on my SD Card that i deleted mistakingly?
I hope my problem is understandable.
Thanks in advance

>>>ANGs<<< said:
Hey,
(I currently use Hyperdroid ROM on my HD2 and since my WIFI connection to the router isnt working since yesterday i wanted to install a new ROM)
I already tried to do a Backup once, but it didn't work.
To create a complete backup of the phone I need to get into CWM. Normally you get there thrue ROM Manager or by "AD Recovery" in the Boot Loader.
For some reason both dont work. even though in installed CWM 3.1.0.0 with Rom Manager.
Last time I tried to do a Backup i flashed CWM in the bootloader, since it wouldn't start - not knowing i wasn't able to boot Android anymore.
Now my question: Where is my mistake? Do I need a certain file on my SD Card that i deleted mistakingly?
I hope my problem is understandable.
Thanks in advance
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Why did you flash CWM through Rom Manager rather than using the Daf.exe which comes with the CWM package or the HD2 NAND toolkit? If I am not mistaken, Rom Manager and MAGLDR are not compatible (by which I mean flashing CWM through Rom Manager).
If you just want to install apps, use Titanium Backup from the Android Market, it's free and does the job well.

go there [RECOVERY][NAND|SD][cLK|MAGLDR] ClockworkMod Recovery 5.0.2.6 "YES/NO" STABLE
follow teh instructions for the sd card version of cwm, (load teh extracted files to sd, simple)
magldr - ad sd
this boots cwm from the sd card
use that to make your backup
magldr - usb flasher - reflash the phone with the latest nand cwm and partition layout (that same thread, above)
restart the phone
magldr - ad recovery
cwm - reflash your rom
cwm - backups and restore - advanced restore - restore data and sd-ext
rom manager doesnt play nice with magldr, clk only.

Nigeldg said:
Why did you flash CWM through Rom Manager rather than using the Daf.exe which comes with the CWM package or the HD2 NAND toolkit? If I am not mistaken, Rom Manager and MAGLDR are not compatible (by which I mean flashing CWM through Rom Manager).
If you just want to install apps, use Titanium Backup from the Android Market, it's free and does the job well.
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I did, thats how i installed my rom. But I tried to backup that Rom and and then cwm wouldt start in MAGLDR, so i tried it over Rom manager. Now i know better.
samsamuel said:
go there [RECOVERY][NAND|SD][cLK|MAGLDR] ClockworkMod Recovery 5.0.2.6 "YES/NO" STABLE
follow teh instructions for the sd card version of cwm, (load teh extracted files to sd, simple)
magldr - ad sd
this boots cwm from the sd card
use that to make your backup
magldr - usb flasher - reflash the phone with the latest nand cwm and partition layout (that same thread, above)
restart the phone
magldr - ad recovery
cwm - reflash your rom
cwm - backups and restore - advanced restore - restore data and sd-ext
rom manager doesnt play nice with magldr, clk only.
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ok. i'll try it out

samsamuel said:
go there [RECOVERY][NAND|SD][cLK|MAGLDR] ClockworkMod Recovery 5.0.2.6 "YES/NO" STABLE
follow teh instructions for the sd card version of cwm, (load teh extracted files to sd, simple)
magldr - ad sd
this boots cwm from the sd card
use that to make your backup
magldr - usb flasher - reflash the phone with the latest nand cwm and partition layout (that same thread, above)
restart the phone
magldr - ad recovery
cwm - reflash your rom
cwm - backups and restore - advanced restore - restore data and sd-ext
rom manager doesnt play nice with magldr, clk only.
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If i do that, will I still be able to boot into Android afterwards?