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First don't flame me for not searching before posting. I searched the forums but no topic really solves my problem.
I want to jump back to stock ROM from custom ROM for my wildfire, thus app2sd is redundant. How would I delete ext partition and free up that space?
There is no console in recovery mode like other topics suggested. That's why I turned to the wildfire community specifically.
Thanks
use windows pc with some partition manager or linux pc
Use gparted, dl and create a live cd.
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rolks said:
use windows pc with some partition manager or linux pc
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Hi, I used EASEUS software and aside from the ext partition there is an OTHER partition that's 30.15mb and all 30.15mb are used, any idea what that is?
possible swap part. do you have fat part. too?
well I deleted that partition all together anyway and everything works fine
Thanks!
Don´t know if this have been posted before, but I have not entered here ( HD2 forum) for the last 3 months, I was busy with the Galaxy Tab. Ok going directly to the point, after having problems with my Android Build in HD2 I was looking for something new in the Hd2 Nand Developtment forum. Most releases, and developers advises to create an ext3 partition before to flash any rom, or at least for those with a 512 LEO one.
I searched in Google for any software that could do the work in Windows. Although we can use a Linux Live CD to do this, we need to do some extra processes like downloading Linux LiveCD, booting your computer into that Live CD and so on, also you can use clockwork recovery menu but is a very slow process (for me).
Finallly I have found a great software tool called Minitool Partition Wizard Home Edition, that let to make any partition tipe from Windows in a couple of minutes. Its free.
The following video shows how to create Ext3 Partation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6vVLbtXJdg&feature=player_embedded
Software link
http://www.partitionwizard.com/free-partition-manager.html
Rocheau said:
Don´t know if this have been posted before, but I have not entered here ( HD2 forum) for the last 3 months, I was busy with the Galaxy Tab. Ok going directly to the point, after having problems with my Android Build in HD2 I was looking for something new in the Hd2 Nand Developtment forum. Most releases, and developers advises to create an ext3 partition before to flash any rom, or at least for those with a 512 LEO one.
I searched in Google for any software that could do the work in Windows. Although we can use a Linux Live CD to do this, we need to do some extra processes like downloading Linux LiveCD, booting your computer into that Live CD and so on, also you can use clockwork recovery menu but is a very slow process (for me).
Finallly I have found a great software tool called Minitool Partition Wizard Home Edition, that let to make any partition tipe from Windows in a couple of minutes. Its free.
The following video shows how to create Ext3 Partation
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=D6vVLbtXJdg&feature=player_embedded
Software link
http://www.partitionwizard.com/free-partition-manager.html
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Yes, it was posted in some other posts
Thanks, anyway
Thank you, unfortunately the search option was disabled at the time of post this message.
Thank you for your information.
Format partition instead of delete?
Is it possible with this program to just format the partition and not delete?
I'm satisfied with my partition but for a clean install i want to format the parition.
Ciao
mattijs86 said:
Is it possible with this program to just format the partition and not delete?
I'm satisfied with my partition but for a clean install i want to format the parition.
Ciao
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It will format, but you files will be deleted.
It can also delete the partition, if you want to.
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Thank you, unfortunately the search option was disabled at the time of post this message.
Thank you for your information.
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Your're welcome Mate
Thank you for advice! I think not only this tool make the job, several partition managers can format partition as ext2/3/4. I'm usually using Paragon Partition Manager and it's been working correctly till now.
thanks.
zoltan.1612 said:
thanks.
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I can not seem to get it done without my windows works after that!?
hi guys i have been searching the forums for tutorial on how to properly partition your sd card and your phone to use a swap partition for swapper. i heard it allows speed up performance for the phone while using some apps. can anyone pls help me with this. i just want a better performing GT540. thanks in advance
I'd be interested in a tutorial for this as well.
Thanks
Most opperating systems have a built in manager for it, including windows. Look on YouTube, that's how I did mine.
Or use clockworkmod.
lukemovement1 said:
Most opperating systems have a built in manager for it, including windows. Look on YouTube, that's how I did mine.
Or use clockworkmod.
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On windows you can create partitions but swap belongs to linux so unless you use a ubuntu live CD or a machine with ubuntu...
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lavero.burgos said:
On windows you can create partitions but swap belongs to linux so unless you use a ubuntu live CD or a machine with ubuntu...
Veronica
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A ext2 partitions is the same on all operating system
Clockworkmod will also partition you sdcard
So i just create an ext2 partition on my sd? Then what's next?
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Back ur memory card up first. Depending what size memory card you have depends on the size of the partition
The most you will need is 2gb, I would only us 500mb.(2gb sdcard)
You need to have a fat32 partition for your normal data and the ext2 for the swap file. Then just put it back in you phone.
BTW I lost my last memory card trying to unpartition it. So if you only want 1 extra paelrtition use clockworkmod.
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lukemovement1 said:
back ur memory card up first. Depending what size memory card you have depends on the size of the partition
the most you will need is 2gb, i would only us 500mb.(2gb sdcard)
you need to have a fat32 partition for your normal data and the ext2 for the swap file. Then just put it back in you phone.
Btw i lost my last memory card trying to unpartition it. So if you only want 1 extra paelrtition use clockworkmod.
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after this, how can i configure swapper 2??
Thanks in advance
I think you tick a box. Download swapper2 from the market place, one of them has more options than the other
How do I format the SD card as Ext4 and then make a partition of about 750mb on it?
If you have a card reader you could just boot your computer with linux (live cd or usb stick) and use linux tools (gparted etc) to partition the card.
Daz555 said:
If you have a card reader you could just boot your computer with linux (live cd or usb stick) and use linux tools (gparted etc) to partition the card.
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Do I need a card reader, I put my phone in Disk Drive and then tried gparted but it couldnt find it, Il try a card reader tonight!
You can actually just connect via USB. Then right click on it in Linux and chose Format. Then go into the advanced options. (I use Ubuntu and have used LinuxMint in the past)
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You can actually just connect via USB. Then right click on it in Linux and chose Format. Then go into the advanced options. (I use Ubuntu and have used LinuxMint in the past)
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Ok thanks ive partitioned it, now how do I get all my apps onto my partition lol!
How about using windows platform? How to partition in ext4?
c_shekhar said:
How about using windows platform? How to partition in ext4?
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Just boot Gparted Live from a usb or something.
Repsys7 said:
Ok thanks ive partitioned it, now how do I get all my apps onto my partition lol!
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If the rom you're using supports A2SD (every rom doesn't) there's probably instructions in the thread for that. Here's from LeeDroid's thread:
LeeDroid said:
Q: What is A2SD+
A:
A2SD+ Moves your apps & Dalvik cahche to a hidden EXT partition on your MicroSD
You will be required to format you SD card with 2 partitions as laid out below
How do i set up my MicroSD ready for A2SD+
A:
Backup all data on you SD card (this will be Formatted)
The card should be formatted with your standard FAT32 partition 1st followed by an EXT3 partition (I would recommend a minimum 512mb)
Linux users use GParted or a similar software.
For everyone else I would recommend using Rom Manager or CWM
Once you have downloaded ROM manager from the market, open the app and click partition SD Card, Select your EXT size and set 0mb for swap
Restore your data to your SD.
Flash the A2SD+ Patch
Boot << Please be aware, 1st boot may take a while depending on how many apps you have installed.
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Hawks556 said:
If the rom you're using supports A2SD (every rom doesn't) there's probably instructions in the thread for that. Here's from LeeDroid's thread:
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Thanks! Im using RCMix3D at the moment, im not sure if it has A2SD though, if it doesnt is there a way to get it like just flashing it or something?
Repsys7 said:
Thanks! Im using RCMix3D at the moment, im not sure if it has A2SD though, if it doesnt is there a way to get it like just flashing it or something?
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As I said, every rom doesn't support A2SD and those who do have it probably mentioned in the OP of the rom thread (RCMix3D doesn't atm). You can't add A2SD support by flashing, you can only flash the A2SD patch to a rom that supports it.
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As I said, every rom doesn't support A2SD and those who do have it probably mentioned in the OP of the rom thread (RCMix3D doesn't atm). You can't add A2SD support by flashing, you can only flash the A2SD patch to a rom that supports it.
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Oh alright then, Il have to find another way to get apps to sd I guess!
Thanks for your help!
Excuse me for going off-topic a bit
But why are there so many people focused on moving every application to the SD card?
It can't be for the space... I just counted and I have 70 apps installed on my internal memory, using 274 MB with 883 MB free.
I just don't get it?
co2-guy said:
Excuse me for going off-topic a bit
But why are there so many people focused on moving every application to the SD card?
It can't be for the space... I just counted and I have 70 apps installed on my internal memory, using 274 MB with 883 MB free.
I just don't get it?
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I dont know about other people but for me, there is a new rom out every day and full wiping makes sure nothings wrong and if the apps are on the SD then its just easier you dont have to worry about losing your apps
But always you can use Titanum Backup to backup your apps.
Hmm.. So, ext4... For what? I know, ext4 is newest than ext3, but performance ext4>ext3 or for what?
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Hmm.. So, ext4... For what? I know, ext4 is newest than ext3, but performance ext4>ext3 or for what?
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ext4 is the same as ext3, but has journalling initialised that makes it more fault tolerant. Don't take my word for it read me here
Dod6 said:
But always you can use Titanum Backup to backup your apps.
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But if I do that when I restore it do I still get my progress in apps, like where im up to and stuff?
Repsys7 said:
But if I do that when I restore it do I still get my progress in apps, like where im up to and stuff?
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Yes, as long as you backup and restore apk + Data for the required apps
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Yes, as long as you backup and restore apk + Data for the required apps
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Oh I didnt know that, how do I do that?
Hi,
Short / long story:
I have long time unused HTC HD2.
With Android (NexusHD2-KitKat-CM11.0_V4.5.zip is the file which I found in backup, so I assume this is what I install - sorry, it was long time ago.
Some time ago I need microSD card so I took it from my HD2, I did backup only windows FAT32 partition.
Now, I need to run my HD2 , I have install microSD 2 GB (800 MB FAT32 + 1GB Ext4) but is not working correctly.
It starting I can install Teamviewer, but when I need to install HTC module for teamviewer it's telling me that is not enough storage.
Quite often is restarting and after restart not keeping any settings (wi-fi) app installed (teamviewer) it's resetting each time to factory settings.
In Settings - Storage shows 'Total space' - Available 0.00 bytes
I did what is instructed on this webpage but it didn't help http://android.stackexchange.com/qu...mory-in-android-nand-roms-cannot-install-apps
Can anybody advise me which is the easiest way to make my HD2 working properly? Means have enough memory to do anything.
The purpose of restoring my HD2 is working as a router, tethering machine. I need to share internet from mobile network for smart TV and Tablet over wi-fi. It will be unattended so I need remote control access (team viewer host).
I'm open for a suggestion of changing the ROM if there is something reasonable easy and described (as I'm not big ROM expert). i've seen a ROM list for HD2, is too long.
Thanks in advance for your help.
it sounds like you are missing a data partition, perhaps the sdcard you used before had an ext4 partition which your new one does not have. Use recovery, in nand, to create an ext4 partition, then boot into rom, might work.
Robbie P said:
it sounds like you are missing a data partition, perhaps the sdcard you used before had an ext4 partition which your new one does not have. Use recovery, in nand, to create an ext4 partition, then boot into rom, might work.
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Hi,
Thanks for your reply.
I did Ext4 by MiniTool Partition under Windows primarily.
And later in recovery, I have setup 1024MB and swap = 0 M.
It didn't help.
Should I mount it or so?
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I have a look in log in nand - recovery and it's says that my second partition is Ext3 not Ext4.
And there is no way to change it.
What is your nand recovery? version?
Clk or magldr?
The recovery might say ext3 when it means ext4, but it does not seem right.
Robbie P said:
What is your nand recovery? version?
Clk or magldr?
The recovery might say ext3 when it means ext4, but it does not seem right.
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It says on the top bar screen 'CWM-based on Recovery v5.0.2.6' but was install with ROM so should be fine.
try using the recovery to format the ext partition to ext2 or 3 then use it again to ext4
Robbie P said:
try using the recovery to format the ext partition to ext2 or 3 then use it again to ext4
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As I said, I have created and formatted partitions under windows FAT32 & Ext4 and then under recovery, there was no choice of the file system file, I can only choose the size. And it was formatted to Ext3 - log saying.
badzi0r said:
As I said, I have created and formatted partitions under windows FAT32 & Ext4 and then under recovery, there was no choice of the file system file, I can only choose the size. And it was formatted to Ext3 - log saying.
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Here's the solution:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38956440&postcount=4
Thank you