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If you downloaded root but it didnt actually root your phone, this may be your prob

My problem was that I would download SuperOneClick and it would not give me actual root. The SuperUser icon was in my app drawer but if I tried to use any apps that required root access they wouldnt let me. When I opened Super Manager and clicked "Enable Root Access" a popup would come up and it would say something like "Your ROOT image will not work" or something like that.
The problem was this:
I found out that I had downloaded the most recent version of SuperOneClick. This version will not give root if you had the official 2.2. update. You needed to download the 1.5.5 version.
I hope this will help anyone who made the same mistake as me.

anybody? im freaking out since no one else has had this problem.

Try enable USB debugging
Settings > Applications > USB Debugging > Enable.

You should repost the OP with the solution in case someone else has the problem, if not people will search in vain.
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orells said:
You should repost the OP with the solution in case someone else has the problem, if not people will search in vain.
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good idea. Ill do it now.

Thanks alecjake, I am on ka6 and have heard there were issues with the latest SuperOneClick. Odd that an older version can root froyo but the newer version can't. Very helpful advice.
nacron said:
Try enable USB debugging
Settings > Applications > USB Debugging > Enable.
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Not helpful at all. Did you even read the OP? Trying to get that post count higher with meaningless drivel?

Phrack said:
Thanks alecjake, I am on ka6 and have heard there were issues with the latest SuperOneClick. Odd that an older version can root froyo but the newer version can't. Very helpful advice.
Not helpful at all. Did you even read the OP? Trying to get that post count higher with meaningless drivel?
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Enabling usb debug helps with pc connection issues. Who's the post whore here?
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One thing you also want to do, is after using superoneclick is to reboot. That way root actually works.
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I also have problems with rooting my andriod, I ran Titanium Backup but it required root access to work, so I downloaded z4root and universal root apk, it says that my phone is rooted but still Titanium Backup cant detect any root access.
Also my Link2sd App(app2sd alike) also requires root, I think I rooted my phone but still doesn't work. A noob like me really need your help guys.. thanks in advance..
BTW i am running 1.6 andriod firmware.

Easiest way I've found is to use AIO Vibrant Toolbox. I'm on my phone so I can't link it but just go to the development section and look for the post with the program name in the thread title. It's super easy to root with it. Just follow the included directions!
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just curious™ said:
I also have problems with rooting my andriod, I ran Titanium Backup but it required root access to work, so I downloaded z4root and universal root apk, it says that my phone is rooted but still Titanium Backup cant detect any root access.
Also my Link2sd App(app2sd alike) also requires root, I think I rooted my phone but still doesn't work. A noob like me really need your help guys.. thanks in advance..
BTW i am running 1.6 andriod firmware.
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1.6? do you have a t959 vibrant? if you do, you need to get to stock 2.1 JFD, then you can follow these instructions:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/605-guide-root-odin-clean-metamorph-swype-tricks-ninja-apps-everything/
or go with the AIO toolbox which is more user friendly

[ROOT]SGS2 Easy Rooting Toolkit(zergRush Exploit)

found a new method of rooting the SGS II tested and it work fine,,,
thanks to Revoluitionary to found script and to doomlord to make the tool
tested on SGS II Phone info:
CARRIER : TELCEL
MODEL NUMBER
GT-i9100
ANDROID VERSION
2.3.4
BASEBAND VERSION
I9100UHKD8
KERNEL VERSION
2.6.35.7-I9100UMKG4-CL417954 [email protected] #2
BUILD NUMBER
GINGERBREAD.UMKG4
KIES INFO
PDA:KG4 / PHONE:KG2 / CSC:KG4(TCE)
ok as of nov 25 2011 i can confirm that i just update my phone to
MODEL NUMBER
GT-i9100
ANDROID VERSION
2.3.6
BASEBAND VERSION
I9100UHKD8
KERNEL VERSION
2.6.35.7-I9100UMKK1-CL716259 [email protected] #2
BUILD NUMBER
GINGERBREAD.UMKK1
KIES INFO
PDA:KK1 / PHONE:KK1 / CSC:KK1(TCE)
it work using version 3 of doomlord tool and zergRush Exploit
here are the links
thanks to Revolutionary to develop the script
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1296916
and to doomlord for making the tool
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1319653
Doomlord posted this link on updated users devices that the tool help give them root check it out
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=18805560&postcount=2
if you like it please hit the THANKS BUTTON
cheers and enjoy

U must name the thread
[ROOT]SGS2|Easy Rooting Toolkit v1.0(zergRush Exploit)

sahibunlimited said:
U must name the thread
[ROOT]SGS2|Easy Rooting Toolkit v1.0(zergRush Exploit)
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done just did

Done root works whit,, titanium back pro,, my backup pro,, market access,,, more apps to come for test
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I can confirm this worked on my GS2 running stock KG5 and it took 3mins max
Installed Orbot and Pandora right after (to play pandora outside the US) and it worked like a charm.
I also loved the starcraft references.
Thanks for posting it here, I would've probably missed it otherwise.
Now I wonder if it would work on my N1
Edit: It took literally 35secs to root my N1 running 2.3.6 oO

Worked fine on my SGS2 2.3.3

How does this effect warranty, as you are no longer flashing any kernels or firmware if you are using a stock firmware?
I assume you will not need a jig any more after rooting either.
To late for me as I have already routed, but it would be interesting to know for future rooting.
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this worked great on a 2.3.5 stock SGS2

Hang on, so I don't have to go through all the kernals Odin stuff to root, and I can just run this script on a stock S2 to root it?!?!

Thanx for the program. This works great.
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Doodalicious said:
Hang on, so I don't have to go through all the kernals Odin stuff to root, and I can just run this script on a stock S2 to root it?!?!
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That is what discreption states. Nice isn't it

tipu2185 said:
That is what discreption states. Nice isn't it
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Yesum. Super easy and seems a rock solid root too.. very nice find OP and cheers for sharing...
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nobleskill said:
Yesum. Super easy and seems a rock solid root too.. very nice find OP and cheers for sharing...
Sent from my GT-I9100T
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all ways trying to bring new info to forums,, although im not a developer,, i can say i find all the stuff made by devs quite amazing,, on my last phone a x10,, i did lots of stuff, tested a lot of roms,,, whit this one im not doing that,, found that is better to kept thinks simple,,,

mrm1 said:
How does this effect warranty, as you are no longer flashing any kernels or firmware if you are using a stock firmware?
I assume you will not need a jig any more after rooting either.
To late for me as I have already routed, but it would be interesting to know for future rooting.
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you might check the link i post on doomlord method, he has included a unrooting scrip,, as for warranty i think you should be fine, i think you might not lost warranty once you run unrooting scrip,,, since it suppose to bring back your phone as it was before routing whit out the annoying issue of flashing the stock ROM you need...

Great! It worked like a charm! Not intending to Custom Rom just yet, removed all the system bloatware + carrier/samsung apps, ran SetCPU and reinstalled my JuiceDefender Ultimate!
Now the overnight battery drain is gone, 100% at 12AM, 95% at 6.30AM. My JuiceDefender is set to advanced settings though, with Data turned off on lock/unlock only activating once in 30 Minutes to check for data and to trigger on when certain apps are launched!
Can anyone enlighten me if Cyanogen's Stable Rom will increase my battery life and work as well as stock in terms of app friendliness and usability?

Doodalicious said:
Hang on, so I don't have to go through all the kernals Odin stuff to root, and I can just run this script on a stock S2 to root it?!?!
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yep mate just that easy as cake right

Worked on my SGS2 2.3.4 KI4

clearly best root method , without the need of kernel flashing.

Does it work on 2.3.5
Baseband: I9100XXKI4
Kernel: I9100JPKJ2
Build Number: GINGERBREAD.JPKJ2
?????????
Thanks in advanced
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Just dropping by to say that I am glad its working for u guys
If u have any queries/questions please post at my threads as I monitor those
Regards,
DooMLoRD
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ROOT GALAXY SII - Another way to root Galaxy s2

Unlock Root Tools is a android root tool. Supports the Android 2.1,2.2 and 2.3Easy way to get root access Permissions！
the software can be found at : LINKS REMOVED
Try at your own risk but It worked like a charm for my SGS2,
How to Root Your SGS2:
To Root your phone you will have to download Unlock Roottool from the unlockroot.com. and install
1) Your device must be in USB Debugging mode.
2) If you have not installed Android SDK Driver , install it after installing the tool : Start Menu -> Programs -> Unlock root -> Install Driver
3) Connect your device to your PC, Run UnlockRoot.exe
4) Click “Unlock Root”, Enjoy
I did not test the "unroot" option of this tool yet.
Thanks

So rather than use CFRoot which takes all of two minutes, I run an exe in debug mode from a source that I have absolutely no idea about the credentials of ?
No thanks.

Not the simplest method is it at all .
jje

Errrrrrrr no thanks!

JJEgan said:
Not the simplest method is it at all .
jje
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OK then I will remove the words "easiest and symplest"
No doubt CF-Root is the best and simplest for those who already started using the Odin.

CF Root method :
1) Get into Download mode
2) Open ODIN, select the file
3) Connect phone and select start
4) Done in under 30 secs
Much easier than this "unlockroot" method...

This may not be the easiest way to get root for us.
But for somebody who doesn't know what odin is, Windows user who doesn't even know there is a download and recovery mode on their phones.
Or for someone who doesn't want to mess up with jigs and flash counters.
For them, this could be the easiest way to root and unroot their phones.
That people will find this usefull, others should shut up.
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Silverwolf2 said:
This may not be the easiest way to get root for us.
But for somebody who doesn't know what odin is, Windows user who doesn't even know there is a download and recovery mode on their phones.
Or for someone who doesn't want to mess up with jigs and flash counters.
For them, this could be the easiest way to root and unroot their phones.
That people will find this usefull, others should shut up.
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LOL.Well done mate!i mean even if you haven`t tried yet how do you know what da hell is this?do not comment and please shut up.Also i have rooted my old htc desire with similar method and it took less then 1 min without a hassle.it could be useful for someone.

I know a couple of people who used this on there galaxy S and they've not had any problems.
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People can root their device using any method they want.
When you tell people who have helped many many users unbrick their device to shut up Im guessing you are saying leave it to you to help from now on since you know more than them.
Thanks mate mighty good of you.
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Android is all about alternatives. And this is a very good alternative.
So just cause most of you prefer one method does not make this an invalid choice!
So seriously if you have nothing productive to say, maybe you guys should shut it!
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This actually looks a lot easier than CF root... Reminds me of superoneclick.

I posted this like a month ago and got myself banned for this, it worked for me anyways, doesnt work on ICS though

Elisha said:
So seriously if you have nothing productive to say, maybe you guys should shut it!
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Lmfao
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thank you
thanks for the good link~!
i use the siyah kernel. so actually, i don`t need any tool for rooting my sgs2.
but this tool is good i think.

Don't work on Brazilian's 2.3.6 rom!
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andpantanal said:
Don't work on Brazilian's 2.3.6 rom!
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Hmmm, thanks for information, dont try on 2.3.6
Mine was shipped with 2.3.5 stock
thanks

This project stole code from jcase.
Closed.

Video tutorial to Root N7000(ICS/GB), use root explorer

1.This is guide How to root galaxy Note (N7000) running on ICS (4.0.3/4.0.4) -Dedicate to Newbies
THIS METHOD IS SEEMS RISKY, AS CWM.ZIP CONTAINS BAD STRING AND CAN DAMAGE DEVICE.
THATS WHY DOWNLOAD LINK IS REMOVED AND VIDEO ALSO NO MORE PUBLIC.
Discussion will be made on
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1329360
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2.How to root N7000 Running on GB ROM (rootable)
GB ROMs which are not directly rootable have to first downgrade to rootable ROM
OR can flash pre rooted ROM
further guide and discussion will be here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1329360
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3. How to copy/delete/edit/change permission with Root explorer

Since I'm a newbie at this stuff, just wanted to ask if rooting my Note would erase the data stored in my phone memory?
Also, should i make a backup of all the data incase anything goes bad??
P.S - thanks for the tutorial..

Rooting, doesn't erase anything.
But yes it is always advisable to keep backup of your important data, though you may have limited option to backup on unrooted device. some suggestion
Contact - inbuilt import/export or google sync
Msgs - use SMS restore backup appl
Applications - Non root version of My backup application. though you can backup only app not data of appl like game level, credential etc.

Haha
Classic Music Dr...

Thanks for the suggestions.
One last query. Is it necessary to flash another ROM after rooting the phone? If so, could you please suggest me an easy to use ROM and a tutorial on how to flash it would be really helpful!
P.S - I apologize for being such a newbie but this is the first Android phone I'm using!

aurator said:
Thanks for the suggestions.
One last query. Is it necessary to flash another ROM after rooting the phone? If so, could you please suggest me an easy to use ROM and a tutorial on how to flash it would be really helpful!
P.S - I apologize for being such a newbie but this is the first Android phone I'm using!
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In short - No.
No need to flash another ROM once rooted although it's preference. You can happily root your stock ROM and maintain root access which will allow you greater control and of course the ability to run Root only apps.
If you wanted to try out other ROM's, check out the development section, Most ROM's have a video or step by step walkthrough on how to install..
No need to apologise, and if you've not used it already - here's a great thread that should answer a lot of your questions;
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1774208

i wanted to see the flashing of the CF root kernel and some mods, i get stuck there :silly:
music is appropriate

rraaka said:
i wanted to see the flashing of the CF root kernel and some mods, i get stuck there :silly:
music is appropriate
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Sure when time permit will do it.

Added to my FAQ section Awesome work yet again Dr.Ketan !!!
PS. The background music is hilarious

Video tutorial adde for
How to use root explorer to copy/delete/change permission for system files

Dr. Nice stuff!! thanks for the continous contribution...:victory:

rraaka said:
i wanted to see the flashing of the CF root kernel and some mods, i get stuck there :silly:
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me too , ALL ROMs, kernel are different, most instruction there are no image or video
btw, its very helpfull Dr...

Sure will try to make video for that too.
BTW,For mod flashing, method is same like rooting ICS (first video), just you have to select your mod zip file in plave of superSU busybox installer.zip

Flash custom rom
Hi,
I followed the steps given in the video and was able to root successfully.
Now, Can i directly flash the custom ROMs (for eg. ICS Stunner 1.6.26 which is an ICS ROM) through CWM?
I read a warning that said flashing custom ROMs on ICS kernels can lead to a hard brick and that we need to flash a safe kernel like Abyss Kernel.
Here is a screenshot of my About Phone.
https://fbcdn-sphotos-a.akamaihd.net/hphotos-ak-ash3/s720x720/564347_10150822751627377_2037790532_n.jpg
Sorry for the Noobish question.
Thanks in advance

thanks
thanks for tutorial

Hi
My new note has stock ics 4.0.3 i don't wish to downgrade just obtain root, what is the process to do this, i was going to watch the video but its no longer public.
many thanks

Why it is not public that is also mentioned.
Just.find.second.link on my signature for detail guide.
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dr.ketan said:
Why it is not public that is also mentioned.
Just.find.second.link on my signature for detail guide.
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Sorry i do apologize, i did read it that bit, and did not think to apply that to the video as well.
let me see if i got this right:
i've dl'd notecore v13 standard
got pc odin
reboot into download mode
start pc odin, click pda, and select above kernel, wait for it to finish
reboot phone
start triangle away - is this safe to use, the warning was quite alarming?
thanks

egarding steps, thats are correct
Triangle.away, i didn't get single report of brick using it.
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dr.ketan said:
egarding steps, thats are correct
Triangle.away, i didn't get single report of brick using it.
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thank you very much, i now feel confident to do this and a little more relaxed
thanks given

Going to install a custom rom, but how do I start?

So I finally decided to install a custom rom on my MyTouch 4G (HTC Glacier), and after a lot of research I found out that IceColdSandwich is probably the best one to use (can be found here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1629962 )
First off: If there is a better 4.0.x rom out there and I haven't found it...PLEASE direct me to it!
But now I'm stuck. IceColdSandwich has no instructions on how to do this.
I am running the stock T-Mobile MyTouch 4G Gingerbread 2.3.4 with HTC Sense 2.1 and I haven't modified the phone in any way.
Now what to do? How to properly root it and how to install the rom?
I need step by step instructions otherwise I am likely going to screw up somewhere and I can't afford a new phone
So if anyone is willing to invest some time to help me please reply.
P.S.: What would be the best 4.1 (JellyBean) rom i should be keeping an eye on (as in what rom is most likely going to be the best choice to update to when it's ready)?

http://wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/HTC_Glacier:_Full_Update_Guide
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Use that guide to downgrade and root.
Once you are rooted with S-OFF and have a custom recovery installed, download your ROM of choice, reboot to recovery, make a nand backup, wipe data, cache and system (minimum) and install the zip from sd card.
Check out aospx.

estallings15 said:
Use that guide to downgrade and root.
Once you are rooted with S-OFF and have a custom recovery installed, download your ROM of choice, reboot to recovery, make a nand backup, wipe data, cache and system (minimum) and install the zip from sd card.
Check out aospx.
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What about the guide here? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=858996
I can't see anything about a downgrade here.

Yes it will work...if your on froyo
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But you're not, so you'll need to downgrade to Froyo.

lsk91 said:
What about the guide here? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=858996
I can't see anything about a downgrade here.
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http://bit.ly/PtomNy

lsk91 said:
What about the guide here? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=858996
I can't see anything about a downgrade here.
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you must downgrade before rooting and upgrading ROMs. My phone is 2.3.4 when I bought it too and I tried many guides but it's just didn't work. Only downgrade to 2.2 makes it way to install other ROMs

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fulloflove said:
you must downgrade before rooting and upgrading ROMs. My phone is 2.3.4 when I bought it too and I tried many guides but it's just didn't work. Only downgrade to 2.2 makes it way to install other ROMs
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hi please help me i got a mytouch 4g with icecoldsandwich but is too many problems can you tell me how i put the original software please my e mail is [email protected] thank you so much

Google "mytouch 4g revert to stock".
Read.
Very complicated, I guess...