I run now 2.2 on my ideos x5, but there isn't wifi tethering possible. Is this available when I update to 2.3 or need I to root the phone.
Rub147 said:
I run now 2.2 on my ideos x5, but there isn't wifi tethering possible. Is this available when I update to 2.3 or need I to root the phone.
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Ways:
1. Root and use apps for tether
2. Use custom rom like MIUI or CM7
3. Download and install b160 or newer official(not sure was there)
If you dont want to change rom, use 1 and if you do, use 2. 3 is the worst of these IMO.
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I have a sprint htc hero with build 1.56.651.2
I want to root it for the ultimate goal of using it as a wireless wifi access point. I have read alot about the different versions but don't see much about my build. Is it possible to root this version easily and where exactly are these steps? Sorry to be a noob!! I have JB itouches and phones so I should be ok with this.
It looks like I am running an "old" version (1.56...) I cant find any info on rooting this version (how come I never updated?!!!) If I root it what will the new build be that I have?
Should I update to the 2.27.651.5 version and then root it?
Any help? Thanks!!!!
do a search for theresthatguy and look at his guide to rooting the hero
its really easy
or you can update to .5 and use the unrevoked, entirely up to you. its the same result in the end.
thanks for the info!!! which way would be easier? Thanks!!
Thanks for the info! I checked theresthatguys directions and they are from 11/2009. Is that ok? Which way is easier? Thanks!!!!
ok I'm ready to root my hero.
I goto the site to DL the android sdk, and I don't see android-sdk_r4-windows.zip. I do see android-sdk_r06-windows.zip.
Is this what I want? I also want to know what is the best rom for wireless tethering. I think the fresh is but just want to make sure.
sorry to be a pain
Yes that sdk is fine its just been updated since the guide was written. As far as the best Rom its all going to depend on you, whether you like sense or want vanilla android, whether you want 2.1 or 2.2. I personally run both damage 2.0.9 when I'm in the mood for sense and then also Darch's froyo build when I want to help fix stuff and run vanilla. Fresh is also a good choice. Just make sure that you use wireless teather 1.60 that seems to be the most stable that I have found.
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Now, I have installed the wireless tether and it seems to be working fine. Few questions though. When I rooted, I followed theresthatguy's instructions. I was never able to make a nandroid copy for some reason. How do I do that now? Second, are my OTA upgrades disabled or do I now have to do something else?
Thanks guys!!
I'm not sure y no nandroid prob ur recovery image and no more ota updates its all flashing roms
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Make sure you have enough room on your sd card for a nandroid. Then go to the recovery screen and you can do it from there.
Reboot to recovery > backup/restore > nand backup
To reboot to recovery turn the phone off, hold down the home button and tap the red power button. Hold home until the recovery screen pops up.
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Guys,
Thanks for the help in fixing my camera issues !!
My next question is, am I still rooted once I updated to 2.2 ?? The Market doesnt seem as extensive as it was when I was rooted on 2.1
I am pretty new at all this stuff, how can you tell if your rooted on 2.2, and if I'm not, how can I properly root it again ??
Vinman18 said:
My next question is, am I still rooted once I updated to 2.2 ?? The Market doesnt seem as extensive as it was when I was rooted on 2.1
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root and Market are not related. You need to change your phone fingerprint to the Nexus 1 to show all the protected applications again as Google does not recognize the DK28 fingerprint.
However, you need to be rooted to edit the file. See the following thread for the fingerprint. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=848778
I am pretty new at all this stuff, how can you tell if your rooted on 2.2, and if I'm not, how can I properly root it again ??
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One way to check is to open up a terminal and type "su"
To get root back, use the one click installer.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=770388
Or flash a Tom to get all the apps. If you want to find out if your rooted just download titanium from the market. As soon as you open it it will say asking for root rights.
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ok, here comes the idiot question of the night....
is there any way to root my phone, without having to use a computer to download any files ??
When my friend originally rooted my phone when I was on 2.1, he didnt have to use a computer, he was able to do it right on the phone itself (not sure what he did, tbh)
Vinman18 said:
ok, here comes the idiot question of the night....
is there any way to root my phone, without having to use a computer to download any files ??
When my friend originally rooted my phone when I was on 2.1, he didnt have to use a computer, he was able to do it right on the phone itself (not sure what he did, tbh)
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Z4root
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mysteryemotionz said:
Z4root
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thanks for the info, thats what I had on the phone before (I remember the app)
unfortunately, I cant find it in my market
Yes, z4root is no longer on the market, but you can download the APK here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=833953
Vinman18 said:
My next question is, am I still rooted once I updated to 2.2 ?? The Market doesnt seem as extensive as it was when I was rooted on 2.1
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To tell if you're rooted - install an app like Titanium Backup, which needs root to function properly. If you're not rooted, there won't be access to the market.
For root if you've lost it, your best option may be to install a custom ROM, which are usually pre-rooted. Besides, most custom ROMS are better than what comes stock. Which custom ROM will depend on your needs.
Hey Everybody
i first used aria
Now i like 2.2 Original rom on ARIA....
I want root my ARIA but I don't need a new rom
Can I do ?
if i can do it
i like step on forums.....
hxxp://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7449486&postcount=1 (you can change xx to tt)
Yes ? and use Original rom OK ?
Nuuna
Yep, sure can. Just because you root doesnt mean you have to use a custom ROM.
You'll just get extra access to your apps, thats all.
akanitnuu said:
Hey Everybody
i first used aria
Now i like 2.2 Original rom on ARIA....
I want root my ARIA but I don't need a new rom
Can I do ?
if i can do it
i like step on forums.....
hxxp://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7449486&postcount=1 (you can change xx to tt)
Yes ? and use Original rom OK ?
Nuuna
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Rors said:
Yep, sure can. Just because you root doesnt mean you have to use a custom ROM.
You'll just get extra access to your apps, thats all.
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Not so fast. If you have an unbranded HTC Aria and have taken the OTA update for Froyo 2.2, then that update also modified your HBOOT loader and you will not be able to root your Aria at this time.
You may be able to gain temporary root using Z4Root, which may be all you need if you don't want to change the ROM. Z4Root will allow root access for applications, but you have to run it every time you reboot your Aria.
tpbklake said:
Not so fast. If you have an unbranded HTC Aria and have taken the OTA update for Froyo 2.2, then that update also modified your HBOOT loader and you will not be able to root your Aria at this time.
You may be able to gain temporary root using Z4Root, which may be all you need if you don't want to change the ROM. Z4Root will allow root access for applications, but you have to run it every time you reboot your Aria.
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thank . for information
i think... wait for a new version z4root
Ok. My buddy at work has a hero running 2.1
I rooted his phone using the z4 root, installed recovery using rom manager.
main reason for wanting to root was to be able to use wireless tether, so I installed it but can't get it to work at all.
app starts fine but when you hit the button to start tethering it says its starting but it won't send or receive any info, and I can't detect it sending out any kind of wireless signal.
Thought busybox might be the issue so I installed the newest version from the market. 1.18.somethingsomething.
Didn't work, still nothing.
googled the issue I'm having and can't find a fix. I'm using the newest version from the market, even tried a old version 1.61 I believe.
I'm out of ideas. Can anyone help?
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drew454u said:
Ok. My buddy at work has a hero running 2.1
I rooted his phone using the z4 root, installed recovery using rom manager.
main reason for wanting to root was to be able to use wireless tether, so I installed it but can't get it to work at all.
app starts fine but when you hit the button to start tethering it says its starting but it won't send or receive any info, and I can't detect it sending out any kind of wireless signal.
Thought busybox might be the issue so I installed the newest version from the market. 1.18.somethingsomething.
Didn't work, still nothing.
googled the issue I'm having and can't find a fix. I'm using the newest version from the market, even tried a old version 1.61 I believe.
I'm out of ideas. Can anyone help?
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I'm using the one from the second post of the following thread, and it works perfect tethering to my Nook.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=999694
Just occurred to me......the Hero only broadcasts Ad Hoc not Infrastructure if my recollection is correct. That could be your problem too.
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drew454u said:
Ok. My buddy at work has a hero running 2.1
I rooted his phone using the z4 root, installed recovery using rom manager.
main reason for wanting to root was to be able to use wireless tether, so I installed it but can't get it to work at all.
app starts fine but when you hit the button to start tethering it says its starting but it won't send or receive any info, and I can't detect it sending out any kind of wireless signal.
Thought busybox might be the issue so I installed the newest version from the market. 1.18.somethingsomething.
Didn't work, still nothing.
googled the issue I'm having and can't find a fix. I'm using the newest version from the market, even tried a old version 1.61 I believe.
I'm out of ideas. Can anyone help?
Sent from chuck norris using xda app.
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when you started the app did you get a window asking for superuser permissions? if not then you are not rooted. I know that some of the carriers recently pushed an OTA update that blocked z4root's rooting method.
hockeyfamily737 said:
I'm using the one from the second post of the following thread, and it works perfect tethering to my Nook.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=999694
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awesome i will try that one tomorrow. thanks.
hockeyfamily737 said:
Just occurred to me......the Hero only broadcasts Ad Hoc not Infrastructure if my recollection is correct. That could be your problem too.
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im not gonna lie i have no idea what that means....... but i know other people with heroes are tethering.
ngholson said:
when you started the app did you get a window asking for superuser permissions? if not then you are not rooted. I know that some of the carriers recently pushed an OTA update that blocked z4root's rooting method.
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yes, thanks for asking, i should have stated that in my original post. I apologize. currently i have adfree, root explorer, and titanium all running with no issues on his hero.
if your on a sense 2.1 rom you need to use wireless tether v1.6 from google code this is due to the kernal in sense 2.1 roms if your on 2.2 or above v2.7 should work on almost all computer os's except ubuntu 11.0.4 due to a kernal issue. but usb tether works fine on ubuntu. also u can try wireless tether pre 3.0.14 from google code witch will work on almost all roms except for kifno sense roms and liquid sense roms. just please make sure if your on a 2.1 sense rom be sure to go to settings settup mode and select hero cdma then go down to lan settings and enable routing fix for hero.
if your wanting to connect to a ps3 i have a guide buried somewere in general that tells you how to set up a brdge
Stupid question, but do you have your 3g on?
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user7618 said:
Stupid question, but do you have your 3g on?
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Sent from my CDMA Hero. I got some hot Ginger-on-Hero action here!
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LOL....The Ad Hoc connection should still be present, just can't connect to the internet. I know this because I am a dope and always start my tether without starting my 3g and realize what I did when I can't open up a webpage. It's more then likely what Bierce was saying with the different Wireless Tether versions between 2.1 & 2.2 or a setting / script on the receiving device. With my Nook running CM7, by default it can connect to Ad Hoc, but running Honey Comb I have to change out the wifi supplicant to switch from infrastructure to Ad Hoc, and with my old iPaq I had to go into wireless / settings and enable Ad Hoc in the list of supported network types.
I purchased my DROID x around january 2011. First thing I did was install z4 root (not sure which version) and superuser. Also installed wireless tether from the market. Everything worked fine until the update was available. I went to my settings and updated without unrooting or changing anything. As soon as it was done updating I was no longer rooted. When I open z4 is says temp root, perm root and unroot. When I try to use tether it asks if my phone is rooted. When I try to hit perm or temp root z4 closes and I have to turn phone off and back on to even get it to open. I really want my tether back and I have no clue what to do.if I need to return phone completely stock please give instructions on that as well. Thanks
Z4root will not root the phone after the update to Gingerbread is taken; also, wireless tethering does not work on Gingerbread.
If you just want root, I recommend searching for 'PetesMotorolaPhoneTools', and using that to root your phone.
If you want to be able to tether then I recommend SBFing back to 2.3.34 and flashing either MIUI or a version of CM7 that uses the froyo kernel.
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I really don't know what im doing so what is the easiest way to get back to froyo
i can help to show you a easy way like using 4zroot let me know ill send it to you
Sure send it. I wanna get back to froyo soon. [email protected] if you need email
Just to be clear...Pete's Tools will root DroidX running build 4.5.1_57 _DXS-32 System version 4.5.602?
skeeterpro said:
Just to be clear...Pete's Tools will root DroidX running build 4.5.1_57 _DXS-32 System version 4.5.602?
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Yes it will.
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But the only reason I want to root is to tether. So is there any tethers that will work with petes tools
smithsuede said:
But the only reason I want to root is to tether. So is there any tethers that will work with petes tools
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Tethering using apps such as Wireless Tether is blocked on Gingerbread; however, there is a patch for the 3G Mobile Hotspot, I believe that when you use it Verizon can track you though.
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SBF with the newest .605 SBF, then root with the D3 1 click root method. Done. Fast & simple, Then only 1 update!
http://droidmodderx.com/wugfresh-tether-patch-free-wifi-tether-on-gb-kernel/
Works great. Follow directions
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