Hey I just got my roger HTC Dream, and I was thinking of rooting it. The problem is I have no idea how to do it. I looked at the forums here and the process and its all over my head. Could someone explain the process to me in real simple terms. Also can this be done on a mac or does it have to be a windows pc? My phones running Firmware 1.5 , Build # 1.85.631.5 146733 CL#33863 Release-keys.
Thanks alot
ViP3rr said:
Hey I just got my roger HTC Dream, and I was thinking of rooting it. The problem is I have no idea how to do it. I looked at the forums here and the process and its all over my head. Could someone explain the process to me in real simple terms. Also can this be done on a mac or does it have to be a windows pc? My phones running Firmware 1.5 , Build # 1.85.631.5 146733 CL#33863 Release-keys.
Thanks alot
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The process can be done on MAC, Windows, or Linux. The directions in the forums are about is simple as they're going to get. You can head over to cyanogenmod.com, and see if you find those ones easier to follow.
Alright, mainly i wanted to know it the build number i posted above is rootable because i was reading the rooting instructions and that wasent anything close to the number that they suggested. I think it was something like SL1.330 is what they suggested. Also im not sure exactly which root instructions to follow.
What that is saying is that you need the latest SPL for the guide you're readin, which I'm assuming is this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=544654
It also shows you where to get the SPL.
Alright i started the process, and i think i downloaded the right tools to get my phone to sl 1.33 and for some reason when i boot my phone into fastboot mode i cant use my macs command prompt to boot it into fastboot bot recovery? can anyone tell me how?
does his method work with the HBOOT 009 not 010 and with 32B?
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Hi,
I own a german HTC Dream which I would like to gain root access to. I tried to follow the instructions on
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=442480
but I already fail in the very first section: "Preparing to Get Root on your Phone":
"You should see a gray/white screen with instructions to flash your phone with the update on your SD card."
I do see that gray screen but it tells me "not allow" and after a few seconds it changes to a colored screen with several gradient bars that says "Serial0".
Here some information about my phone:
Model number: G1
Firmware version: 1.6
Baseband version: 65.50S.20.17U_2.22.19.26I
Kernel version: 2.6.29-00479-g3c7df37 [email protected] #19
Build number: DRC92
Can I root this phone at all?
When I read the instructions on the like I just gave, I don't even understand what's happening there. Maybe somebody can explain in a few words what actually happens when a phone is rootet. I consider myself quite knowledgable about bootloaders, kernel and the linux boot process, so I though it would be easier to understand what's going on there.
cu
mathiase
which file did you put on your sd card maybe you should go with the UK version
mathiase said:
Hi,
I own a german HTC Dream which I would like to gain root access to. I tried to follow the instructions on
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=442480
but I already fail in the very first section: "Preparing to Get Root on your Phone":
"You should see a gray/white screen with instructions to flash your phone with the update on your SD card."
I do see that gray screen but it tells me "not allow" and after a few seconds it changes to a colored screen with several gradient bars that says "Serial0".
Here some information about my phone:
Model number: G1
Firmware version: 1.6
Baseband version: 65.50S.20.17U_2.22.19.26I
Kernel version: 2.6.29-00479-g3c7df37 [email protected] #19
Build number: DRC92
Can I root this phone at all?
When I read the instructions on the like I just gave, I don't even understand what's happening there. Maybe somebody can explain in a few words what actually happens when a phone is rootet. I consider myself quite knowledgable about bootloaders, kernel and the linux boot process, so I though it would be easier to understand what's going on there.
cu
mathiase
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You could try following the guide on Cyanogen's Wiki
http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/index.php/Full_Update_Guide_-_G1/Dream_Firmware_to_CyanogenMod
There's a link on there the European downgrade file RC7
U have either create a goldcard or use 1clickroot
@jackslim: I just tried the guide provided by Cyanogen but without luck. Even with the RC7 (Europe) Version of the DREAIMG.NHB I cannot flash the device: I get "not allowed" followed by a nicely colored screen saying "Serial0"
@maxisma: Can you explain this further? Any guides you can recommend?
cu
mathiase
maxisma said:
U have either create a goldcard or use 1clickroot
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Is the 1clickroot still working with Android 1.6? I was thinking it was only possible until Android 1.5.
AndDiSa said:
Is the 1clickroot still working with Android 1.6? I was thinking it was only possible until Android 1.5.
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You are right, 1 click root doesn't work with 1.6...
Use the goldcard-method, there are a lot of tutorials on xda.
Had the same problem and used the goldcard. Worked out. If you need help with the goldcard just ask.
I own a german G1 and tried the goldcard version. I couldn't find a tutorial which worked for me so i tried stuff from different tutorials. The best way was a combination of Ubuntu (for SD-Card utilities and number) and the goldcard (through the "email"-version).
dude i've got the same problem with my G1 phone could you email me the tutorial or just the link at with one works ??
I've got pretty much the same spec's of the guy that come up with this problem thanks and way and mabe I could use some help so if you'dd be so nice to add me in msn ?? : [email protected]
thanks
no need for goldcard or downgrade anymore.. just use exploid
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=User:Ezterry/G1_1.6_To_Custom_Firmware
ok theres probably been over a hundred posts on this already, so bare with me if you can. Im completely new with all of this, so im learning as I go.
So far Ive tried both methods that the unlockr recommends; the one click root, which gave me the
error [140]: bootloader version error
then i tried the goldcard method, which worked great up until I had to use RUU_Hero_C_Sprint_1.29.651.1_signed_release again, and it did the same bootloader error.
Heres my phone info
Model Number
-HTC Hero
Firmware Version
-1.5
Baseband Version
-1.04.01.09.21
Kernel Version
-2.6.27-533ce29d
Build Number
-1.56.651.2 CL85027 release-keys
Software Version
-1.56.651.2
any help would be totally appreciated, thanks again guys
hxxp://theunlockr.com/2009/11/07/how-to-root-your-cdma-htc-hero-sprint-verizon/
i used that last week, the manual, enter commands step by step version and it worked fine.
if you need any help pm me.
The Goldcard method is for GSM Hero's only. What I recommend is using the Fresh Kitchen to root your CDMA Hero.
thats pretty nifty for making a slim rom for your hero. thanks, here i am hacking my phone manually. OH WELL
My HTC magic has the following -
SAPPHIRE PVT 32A SHIP S-ON H
HBOOT- 1.33.0010 (SAPP10000)
CLPD-12
RADIO-3.22.20.17
Jun 2 2009, 17:28:28
can somebody guide me , or post a link to change the HBOOT to something else other than 0010. Ive tried alll the methods , but no luck.
The Magic which i have is from Qatar (vodafone).
Any info on changing the ROM would be helpful. I just got the phone and im upgrading from HTC Diamond.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=4335330#post4335330
Google is your friend got the link in 2 clicks. root + 1.33.0010
Thanks a lot
I'll try ths and let you know in a short while..Thanks a lot for the quick reply
@ above
This is the error that i get...
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it says that the ROM has a higher version than the one which im flashing with... my ROM ver is - 2.56.415.5 and the one im trying to flash is 2.53.xxxx ( which is the highest ver ive found on the internet.
Ive tried everything , so if u know any other method to fake the update , like faking the rom version , that wud be helpful.
siddharthsai said:
This is the error that i get...
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it says that the ROM has a higher version than the one which im flashing with... my ROM ver is - 2.56.415.5 and the one im trying to flash is 2.53.xxxx ( which is the highest ver ive found on the internet.
Ive tried everything , so if u know any other method to fake the update , like faking the rom version , that wud be helpful.
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here you can found all you need to customise your phone
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Sapphire_Hacking:D
@amivieu
Ive tried all this please read my above post again.
more info
siddharthsai said:
Ive tried all this please read my above post again.
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can you give us the name of the rom or the link ?
So i can help you .
Note that your informations about your phone show that your never changed the spl and the radio , and as you know every custom rom need specific spl or radio, and your fist question is can somebody guide me , or post a link to change the HBOOT to something else other than 0010.or my link give you all necessary to change the hiboot and radio ,
My current ROM ver is 2.56.415.5
If you list the methods you tried instead of just saying you tried all you might get more help. If you really tried all we wouldn't be able to help you anyway.
But instead of making us try to guess what it is there is going wrong, provide us with info. Then people won't come in and post link to the wiki and things like that
Anyway, goldcard should be able change this SPL, and i believe that other methods is available as well. I used to have that SPL myself before i got an engineer instead. But you should change your SPL before trying to flash a Rom, but seems like you understood that just trying anyway. Other solutions is to find a newer RUU update there match your mobile which have S-OFF so you can downgrade the SLP after that.
ronni.rasmussen said:
If you list the methods you tried instead of just saying you tried all you might get more help. If you really tried all we wouldn't be able to help you anyway.
But instead of making us try to guess what it is there is going wrong, provide us with info. Then people won't come in and post link to the wiki and things like that
Anyway, goldcard should be able change this SPL, and i believe that other methods is available as well. I used to have that SPL myself before i got an engineer instead. But you should change your SPL before trying to flash a Rom, but seems like you understood that just trying anyway. Other solutions is to find a newer RUU update there match your mobile which have S-OFF so you can downgrade the SLP after that.
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So where can i find the "newer RUU update" ? That will solve the whole problem. And sry abt the less info on the first post.
siddharthsai said:
So where can i find the "newer RUU update" ? That will solve the whole problem. And sry abt the less info on the first post.
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I would take a less risky approach than RUU updates, but it was the way i did it cause back then i got my phone the 1.33.0010 was still perfected.
You got the SDK on the PC and able to list devices through ADB? And a goldcard as well?
Anyway, this was the method i used: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=548096
ronni.rasmussen said:
I would take a less risky approach than RUU updates, but it was the way i did it cause back then i got my phone the 1.33.0010 was still perfected.
You got the SDK on the PC and able to list devices through ADB? And a goldcard as well?
Anyway, this was the method i used: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=548096
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Ya , im able to connect it and run adb devicelist and i'm able to create the goldcard as well. But wen i'm trying to load the SPL , it shows that the current ROM ver is higher . S-ON means that i cant downgrade right?
So i'm guessing there is no solution for this problem
http://theunlockr.com/2009/08/29/how-to-root-the-htc-magic-in-one-click/
@drbobb
Thanks buddy ,, ill try this and let you know!
ITS NOT WORKING .... cant get into recovery mod coz recovery flasher not working
Did you even check out the part that says Read Before You Begin?
drbobb said:
Did you even check out the part that says Read Before You Begin?
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Sorry i've done the reading and everything is running fine now. CM 5.xx
hey
this will upgrade your phone to 1.76 but it should work
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=680359
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A little help if anyone's willing
Have Vodafone branded Legend and just want to debrand.
Its on Firmware update 2.1 update 1 and software no is 2.05.161.1
Have created Goldcard, hopefully.
Stuck now on next part.
When i try to install RUU_Legend_HTC_WWE_1.23.405.1_Radio_47.26.35.04_7. 05.35.26L_release_120393_signed.exe.htm i get error 131.
Done loads of reading and not sure if its goldcard problem or that i have to downgrade 1st.
Or was wondering if i could put on the HTC_WWE_2.03.405.3 without downgrading.
I have windows 7 and some of the roms ive tried say not compatable with 32 bit system.
Any pointer from here would be greatly appreciated.
mancrunch said:
A little help if anyone's willing
Have Vodafone branded Legend and just want to debrand.
Its on Firmware update 2.1 update 1 and software no is 2.05.161.1
Have created Goldcard, hopefully.
Stuck now on next part.
When i try to install RUU_Legend_HTC_WWE_1.23.405.1_Radio_47.26.35.04_7. 05.35.26L_release_120393_signed.exe.htm i get error 131.
Done loads of reading and not sure if its goldcard problem or that i have to downgrade 1st.
Or was wondering if i could put on the HTC_WWE_2.03.405.3 without downgrading.
I have windows 7 and some of the roms ive tried say not compatable with 32 bit system.
Any pointer from here would be greatly appreciated.
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This might help you.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-671520.html
Questions should be posted in general...
While the rest of you guys have been tinkering and hacking your Dell Streaks for quite a few months now, those of us in Canada have only just started getting our Dell Streaks through the Rogers network.
Unfortunately Dell is shipping these Streaks with the Baseband numbered as 7921 - and very little, and in some cases, zero tutorials or information is available on doing anything with this Baseband.
Having come from an HTC Desire that has been ridiculously easy to root and modify, I am pleading, almost begging for the Dell Streak community here on XDA to help out with any solid clues and/or tips to working with 7921.
Even the Superboot method doesn't have any files available for 7921. As of now, I can't root this thing unless I just take a blind chance with some other Baseband's superboot method.
Having read some other forum posts, both here and on MoDaCo ( and believe me, I have used the search feature to go through every related post possible ) - I know that there are a few people out there who have managed to root 7921 and even upgrade, but nobody has posted a single solid tutorial.
Please?
A few tips, some guidance, maybe a tutorial?
Pretty please?
Anyone?
Im in this boat. Ive tried everything i cannot get this thing to upload a update.pkg i can flash recoveries no problem, nothing seems to work i have tried going to o2 1.6 will not flash o2 2.1 nothing. mostly i get the status 7 error while its trying to flash assert failed /tmp/boot.img
I rooted with universal androot.
actually does anyone have the "original" recovery that came with a 7921 device?
Can you try using this : mobileupdate.dell.com/PackageProductionLocations/Streak_318_12821_00.pkg
smoku on #dellstreak – freenode on IRC suggested it. This should also flash the AMSS and I'm presuming that it will change your baseband to 00. That should open up the possibility of updating to Dell 2.2 or Steve's ROM.
But I can't confirm this until you try it first.. let me know please?
Well I still have a Virgin 7921 phone, if I can figure out how to extract the recovery image. I've never done that before..
I bought mine a few weeks ago and I followed a couple of tutorials in this forum and the modaco forum as well... I was able to change my baseband to 00 and after that update to stock 2.2 .... now I'm running the 318 build and i'm very happy with it....
Just search for the guide to downgrade to baseband 00 is a little tricky but it works... at the end you will have enough experience to move to any build or baseband.
Sent from my Dell Streak using Tapatalk
Hi Ivancho,
Is there any chance you could provide us with the exact link to the directions you used? I've read so many different sets of the instructions that I'm confused now. I swear, if I can successfully get 2.2 on this without screwing it up I will write a full blown walk through myself
somebody9 said:
Hi Ivancho,
Is there any chance you could provide us with the exact link to the directions you used? I've read so many different sets of the instructions that I'm confused now. I swear, if I can successfully get 2.2 on this without screwing it up I will write a full blown walk through myself
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I second that. in the meantime im downloading the file you suggested, but i dont have good hopes. I think i tried flashing every pkg on this forum.
somebody9 said:
Can you try using this : mobileupdate.dell.com/PackageProductionLocations/Streak_318_12821_00.pkg
smoku on #dellstreak – freenode on IRC suggested it. This should also flash the AMSS and I'm presuming that it will change your baseband to 00. That should open up the possibility of updating to Dell 2.2 or Steve's ROM.
But I can't confirm this until you try it first.. let me know please?
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FOTA Model name mismatch, rebooting in 30 seconds.
got that while trying to flash the above.
Dammit. Sorry. Was hoping that would work. Kind of getting demoralized with this now.
YES!!!!!!!!!!!!!!do this. i just finished and now am at build 6601! This works!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=805112
scroll down till u get to where it says
if you just wanted to revert to O2 1.6 (build 4399) then you are done. If you are going to AT&T 1.6 (build 6601) we have to change the system so it will upgrade the the AT&T ROM.