Hello
All my setting are correct and when i load up gingerbreak it just runs when i click root and doesn't do anything is there away to fix this?
Thanks For the help
Did you downgrade?
It won't run on 3.2. Be sure your running anything older than 3.2.
What have you done so far exactly?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1276227
I personally used the 2nd method. I don't really like using adb.
scottyboy099 said:
Hello
All my setting are correct and when i load up gingerbreak it just runs when i click root and doesn't do anything is there away to fix this?
Thanks For the help
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Gingerbreak only worked on HC 3.01
Iconia Root for 3.1
And downgrade first before rooting if you're on HC 3.2
starkiller86 said:
Did you downgrade?
It won't run on 3.2. Be sure your running anything older than 3.2.
What have you done so far exactly?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1276227
I personally used the 2nd method. I don't really like using adb.
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I have tried that and it won't downgrade it comes up the android with the triangle warning sign
scottyboy099 said:
I have tried that and it won't downgrade it comes up the android with the triangle warning sign
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You need your serial number from your USB and will have to flash it. That is currently the only to root 3.2x.
Hope this helps,
TD
timmyDean said:
You need your serial number from your USB and will have to flash it. That is currently the only to root 3.2x.
Hope this helps,
TD
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I downgraded and it has lots of errors so im updating to latest system witch is 4.x.x i don't know the other numbers is there a root for that.
scottyboy099 said:
I downgraded and it has lots of errors so im updating to latest system witch is 4.x.x i don't know the other numbers is there a root for that.
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If you've downgraded to the unstable version, that's where you want to be, root it, install Acer recovery, which you will install CWM with, then install a "pre-rooted" 3.2 or custom 3.2 ROM.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS TO THE LETTER FROM WHEREVER YOU'RE GETTING YOUR DIRECTIONS TO DOWNGRADE!
kjy2010 said:
If you've downgraded to the unstable version, that's where you want to be, root it, install Acer recovery, which you will install CWM with, then install a "pre-rooted" 3.2 or custom 3.2 ROM.
FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS TO THE LETTER FROM WHEREVER YOU'RE GETTING YOUR DIRECTIONS TO DOWNGRADE!
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The unstable version i downgraded to is really unstable i mean u cant even type it just pops up errors and closes it down so i'm updating to try again
Just flash it to 3.2.1 and be done with it, why downgrade and waste your time? The instructions are in the readme.pdf I sent you.
timmyDean said:
Just flash it to 3.2.1 and be done with it, why downgrade and waste your time? The instructions are in the readme.pdf I sent you.
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Iconiaroot dosnt seem to open on my tab
scottyboy099 said:
Iconiaroot dosnt seem to open on my tab
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Iconiaroot doesn't work anymore, you have to flash it.
timmyDean said:
Iconiaroot doesn't work anymore, you have to flash it.
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Sorry to Aask how do i flash ?
scottyboy099 said:
Sorry to Aask how do i flash ?
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Bro, you need to start reading. There is so much documentation in this forum it's rediculous.
I can tell the next thread from you is going to be "Help I bricked my tab".
Like kjy2010 says, read up a bit before you do ANYTHING. That search on the top right? Its your friend
scottyboy099 said:
Sorry to Aask how do i flash ?
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I think if you just read through the forum you'll find your answer. If after you read those and need some help, we'll help. Most of what you need is posted.
If you can't read up then PLEASE for the love of everything, DON'T flash your tab... It gets soooooo annoying reading the threads created saying that someones tab is "bricked" and they can't fix....
So easy a thing to do when you are prepared, hell for everyone when you aren't...
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Hi Guys,
Just received the OTA for HC 3.2, and after that root is gone. any one has any idea how to get it working?
i tried iconia root and ginger break both dont work.
please help me
matrix.bharath said:
Hi Guys,
Just received the OTA for HC 3.2, and after that root is gone. any one has any idea how to get it working?
i tried iconia root and ginger break both dont work.
please help me
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Which model do u use...?
The a500 or the a501?
I think a downgrade would be the safest alternative =P
muztaki said:
Which model do u use...?
The a500 or the a501?
I think a downgrade would be the safest alternative =P
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I too am having this problem. Unfortunately, every time I try to downgrade using a stock 3.1 ROM using the stock recovery it will not boot and since CWM is gone I cannot restore to backed up ROM.
synapses11 said:
I too am having this problem. Unfortunately, every time I try to downgrade using a stock 3.1 ROM using the stock recovery it will not boot and since CWM is gone I cannot restore to backed up ROM.
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this is a prime example why it is always best to wait until the devs get their hands on the update. You are just going to have to wait till the root programs and CMW are updated to work with the new build. Early bird may get the worm, but the second mouse gets the cheese
synapses11 said:
I too am having this problem. Unfortunately, every time I try to downgrade using a stock 3.1 ROM using the stock recovery it will not boot and since CWM is gone I cannot restore to backed up ROM.
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@amburke178
Yeah its true u better should be patient...
I dont know whether the devs are working on it..but a downgrade to 3.0.1 or3.1 would solve the problem... there are various ROMS/ custom ROMS..
To my sorrow i almost used every rom they offered in the dev section..
One Rom should work..if not try to be patient... =D
muztaki said:
@amburke178
Yeah its true u better should be patient...
I dont know whether the devs are working on it..but a downgrade to 3.0.1 or3.1 would solve the problem... there are various ROMS/ custom ROMS..
To my sorrow i almost used every rom they offered in the dev section..
One Rom should work..if not try to be patient... =D
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I get a "Boot Verified Failed" when I try downgrading the ROM to a stock Acer ROM.
synapses11 said:
I get a "Boot Verified Failed" when I try downgrading the ROM to a stock Acer ROM.
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i think it is because of the new bootloader. Your best bet at this point is to just wait for the new root program to come out. Shouldn't take them that long for it. Don't know about the itsmagic update that could take time, but everything would speed up if anybody would upload the new build so the devs can start looking at it.
I captured the 3.2 update when it came in to my tablet, I have the update.zip and would gladly share it if it helps get root faster.
Not entirely sure the best way to share a 350meg file though!
File I have is an update from 4.010.38 (3.1) to 7.006.01 (3.2) (file claims to be Acer_A500_4.010.38_7.006.01_COM_GEN1)
I can probably put it on some webspace for someone, but I'm afraid if I post it publicly my bandwidth limit will be quickly exceeded.
Upload itbto like megaload a free service
erica_renee said:
Upload itbto like megaload a free service
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Of course that occurred to me about 10 seconds after I hit submit...
So I have uploaded it to megaupload...
Unfortunately this forum won't let me post external links... so I can't tell you how to find it!
edit: ok, finally I can post links, so I'm updating this: www.megaupload.com/?d=UXOVADAS
This update comes from 4.010.38 to 7.006.01 so you'll need to be on 4.010.38 first to do the update. (that one can be found in the master ROM list on this site at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113878 )
---------- Post added at 04:40 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:25 PM ----------
Hopefully this allows some of the developers to start playing with rooting 3.2
Additionally for anyone who has managed to brick their tablet trying to downgrade to an earlier version, this file can be used to get you back up and running (at least it worked to get me back up after I tried to downgrade to 3.1)
Thanks for the upload
ve6rah said:
I captured the 3.2 update when it came in to my tablet, I have the update.zip and would gladly share it if it helps get root faster.
Not entirely sure the best way to share a 350meg file though!
File I have is an update from 4.010.38 (3.1) to 7.006.01 (3.2) (file claims to be Acer_A500_4.010.38_7.006.01_COM_GEN1)
I can probably put it on some webspace for someone, but I'm afraid if I post it publicly my bandwidth limit will be quickly exceeded.
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Ahh! Thanks so much I was using an A501 3.2 update since I had bricked it earlier today. This will help much with the stupid wifi dropouts.
Made a mirror : http://vache-android.com/v1/download.php?fileID=91
no problem, please feel free to share to anyone who can help make root a reality for 3.2!
(I miss my root... and downgrading doesn't really appear to be an option right now...)
I also note that you maintain the list of packages and updates at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113878
maybe add this one?
ve6rah said:
I also note that you maintain the list of packages and updates at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113878
maybe add this one?
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Already done
vache said:
Already done
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lol... well... your update time and my post time are on the same minute... great minds think alike?
Hopefully root comes soon before i apply update
mburke178 said:
i think it is because of the new bootloader. Your best bet at this point is to just wait for the new root program to come out. Shouldn't take them that long for it. Don't know about the itsmagic update that could take time, but everything would speed up if anybody would upload the new build so the devs can start looking at it.
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So when one gets a "boot verified failed" and the device hangs, how does one get it back to the stock 3.2?
kcallis said:
So when one gets a "boot verified failed" and the device hangs, how does one get it back to the stock 3.2?
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You'll probably have to use the EUU method below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1276227
FloatingFatMan said:
You'll probably have to use the EUU method below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1276227
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I was trying that on a virtualized version of Windows and could not get it to work.... This was using the same method that you referenced on the link. I guess my real issue is that I don't have a real Windows machine in place.
Iconia A500 3.2 update - Bee with Exclamation sign above.
Im running the update and when the device reboots and as it progresses a honeycomb bee with a triangular sign with an Exclamation mark in it appears...
The installation does not progress any further and i have no idea what to do. I can reset my system but it says update fails and continues on 3.1.
Any ideas/thought/suggestions?
I have the same problem !
luis.cz said:
I have the same problem !
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If you care about root and having CWM installed I would not update to stock 3.2 using OTA. Just grab one of the 3.2 updates in the development thread so you can retain root. But if just want plain stock 3.2 and you have CWM installed, you need to revert back to the stock recovery first otherwise it will fail.
synapses11 said:
If you care about root and having CWM installed I would not update to stock 3.2 using OTA. Just grab one of the 3.2 updates in the development thread so you can retain root. But if just want plain stock 3.2 and you have CWM installed, you need to revert back to the stock recovery first otherwise it will fail.
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OK, thanks
Same problem wihout root. Any suggestions what the problem could be?
im thinking if it's because you have a rooted device? I had the same thing. But do not ever update to 3.2 OTA. I would recommend a stock rooted 3.2 in the Development thread. Easy flash. Flying rom.
profipix said:
im thinking if it's because you have a rooted device? I had the same thing. But do not ever update to 3.2 OTA. I would recommend a stock rooted 3.2 in the Development thread. Easy flash. Flying rom.
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Umm yeah, he clearly stated he wasn't rooted, not to mention it was 23 days ago
zahni_tue said:
Same problem wihout root. Any suggestions what the problem could be?
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Although this is an old thread, I think other solutions for those who were not rooted were to make sure you have an sdcard entered... I think....
Where did he state that? I haven't seen that.
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zahni_tue said:
Same problem wihout root. Any suggestions what the problem could be?
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profipix said:
Where did he state that? I haven't seen that.
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Ya think?
My Iconia won't let me restore to any ROM
I installed the Samsung Galaxy Tab firmware 3.1 on my Acer A500 but now it's not letting me change my ROM's anymore
If this isn't posted in the right place please tell me where to post it because I don't know
Please help
david.manske said:
I installed the Samsung Galaxy Tab firmware 3.1 on my Acer A500 but now it's not letting me change my ROM's anymore
If this isn't posted in the right place please tell me where to post it because I don't know
Please help
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Just to be clear. You installed a ROM that was made for the GTab, and not made for the A500, or you installed a custom ROM for the A500 based off of the GTab?
I own an A500 but I installed a custom Rom based off the GTab
I just rec'd the new A500 8Gb version that already has 3.2 installed. So this is not the normal 3.2 OTA, which maybe the same. Don't know how to confirm.
I have read so many posts that appears to be rooting instructions for 3.0 and not for 3.2. I see one Thread that had instructions on how to root a OTA 3.2 but the instructions even says will take 1.5hrs. I have rooted tablets/phones before and i know it doesn't take that long and don't want to lose data.
I don't want to install a custom rom just so i can be rooted. I just want to root this tablet and i don't want to downgrade the bootloader.
Can anyone please point me to the correct thread or simply let me know if rooting is currently out of the question for this scenerio.
im on the same page, just picked up the 3.2 from costco.. A little common sense points me and you in the direction of downgrading to the 3.0.1.. Then bumping up to the rooted 3.2.. its not a one click solution but it makes complete sense..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1276227
im doing it as i write this let you know my success..
Yeah I have read that an option is to downgrade to 3.0, root then go to 3.2. Guess i'm waiting on a short version that will root stock 3.2 and it doesn't make sense to me to go back only to go up versions of rom for this alternative route.
lol its data, not like your trading in your new car for a 87 nova.. Downgrade is for exploit access only as soon as root --> update recovery ---> flash rom you will be right back to 3.2..
:-/
anyways method 2 works.. did it in 15 minutes cause i got distracted..
good luck waiting for ur 1 click
cool, so i guess this is the best solution for now....i'll do the same.
IMPORTANT : Make sure you download the acer recovery installer while still on 3.2 as you WILL have problems accessing android market once you install the UNSTABLE 3.01...
Its pretty hard to hard brick but please , don't take that as a challenge...
The vanishing keyboard ...
ultramag69 said:
IMPORTANT : Make sure you download the acer recovery installer while still on 3.2 as you WILL have problems accessing android market once you install the UNSTABLE 3.01...
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Agree; first hand experience ...
ultramag69 said:
IMPORTANT : Make sure you download the acer recovery installer while still on 3.2 as you WILL have problems accessing android market once you install the UNSTABLE 3.01...
Its pretty hard to hard brick but please , don't take that as a challenge...
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lol wish I had known that when I rooted mine, I was freaking out scouring the interwebs for an apk of it when I downgraded cuz I couldn't use the damn keyboard
sent from my Acer Iconia A500 beast of a tablet via XDA app
I found out the hard way too, got the OTA update of 3.2 installed, then got the acer recovery installer downloaded. Was a colossal waste of time...
Thought I'd let others know, easier than having to stuff around yourself and hoping you can recover...
Thx for the heads up guys, i did install the acer recovery. Now i know why you need it since that 3.0 downgrade is very unstable. I did manage to root, install CWM and flashed a 3.2 rom.
I used this... straight root no downgrade required.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1307539
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Link to guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24531880#post24531880
TravisAntonio said:
I just got from a friend an Acer Iconia a500 he says that is bricked.
I tried this method: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1572622
But I can't continue because I don't have ADB access, what should I do?.
Thanks for all and God bless you.
EDIT:
I got everything to using the secret APX mode, but now is still everything the same the Android System is still there and not charging and not touchscreen...
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What version did you flash? If it was 3.0.1 it's ridiculously buggy. Ideally you want 3.1 so you can root it with sc2k's GingerBreak modification then flash CWM then a custom 3.2.1 ROM, Thor's ICS ROM or one of the Leak-based ICS ROMs
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What version did you flash? If it was 3.0.1 it's ridiculously buggy. Ideally you want 3.1 so you can root it with sc2k's GingerBreak modification then flash CWM then a custom 3.2.1 ROM, Thor's ICS ROM or one of the Leak-based ICS ROMs
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I unlocked the bootloader and Installed ICS but the problem is active yet but in ICS is even worse, it shutdown by itselfs atleast in HC it keeps saying Android System with the Shutdown in the center of the screen.
TravisAntonio said:
I unlocked the bootloader and Installed ICS but the problem is active yet but in ICS is even worse, it shutdown by itselfs atleast in HC it keeps saying Android System with the Shutdown in the center of the screen.
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Not sure why you installed ICS. That just compounds the issue.
You can take a look at this thread, and try NVFlash. This guy had a similar issue.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1579490
Considering you were able to install ICS, I would like to ask if you did this from CWM recovery? My guess, is there is a ton of corrupted data in the partitions. This would explain things a little. If you can get it back to HC, then you can run a dmesgview and get your UID number. Then you should be able to run TimmyDeans tool in the General thread (I believe).
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1307539
My guess, is that your EC Pwr control got messed up along with corrupted data. I would advise staying away from the ICS Beta leaks, and just get a good HC up and running.
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Not sure why you installed ICS. That just compounds the issue.
You can take a look at this thread, and try NVFlash. This guy had a similar issue.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1579490
Considering you were able to install ICS, I would like to ask if you did this from CWM recovery? My guess, is there is a ton of corrupted data in the partitions. This would explain things a little.
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Sure, I made it thru the Recovery. Can you help me with something really quick?, I think I can fix everything if you download some file that is in a Russian forum but I can't have access to register due to my bad russian lol.
I solved everything installing ICS then installing EC_ROM for ICS. =)
If someone need the files I have it.
Thanks for all the help and God bless you all!.0
TravisAntonio said:
I solved everything installing ICS then installing EC_ROM for ICS. =)
If someone need the files I have it.
Thanks for all the help and God bless you all!.0
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As always, glad you got it going!
Now, you may want to edit your post, or create a new reply, and attach that EC Rom flash for ICS, just in case others may need it.
Moscow Desire said:
As always, glad you got it going!
Now, you may want to edit your post, or create a new reply, and attach that EC Rom flash for ICS, just in case others may need it.
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I just made an entire guide.
To start things off I have never rooted anything and am in need of serious help. I have the Acer a500 and I'm running ics 4.0.3 and cannot figure out how to downgrade to hc so I can root. If anybody can give me a guide that is easy, step by step, and dummy proof that would be much appreciated. I've looked everywhere and can't figure this out
TIA
No need to Downgrade your device. You can root with ICS 4.0.3.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1546593
Check this link, there is a simple method to root your device. I have not tried it yet, but might work for you. Remember anything went wrong may result in Bricking your Tablet.
jiteshkumawat said:
No need to Downgrade your device. You can root with ICS 4.0.3.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1546593
Check this link, there is a simple method to root your device. I have not tried it yet, but might work for you. Remember anything went wrong may result in Bricking your Tablet.
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thanks again but like i said this is my first time doing this so how will i know for sure that it is rooted? i followed the steps but i dont see a difference at all.
jfatty99 said:
thanks again but like i said this is my first time doing this so how will i know for sure that it is rooted? i followed the steps but i dont see a difference at all.
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Rooting your device so that you can flash custom ROMs. If you don't want to flash custom ROMs then no need to root your device. Just use it.
jfatty99 said:
thanks again but like i said this is my first time doing this so how will i know for sure that it is rooted? i followed the steps but i dont see a difference at all.
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After Rooting your device, you can use an application named 'Root Check.apk' to check weather your device is rooted or not. This apk is available in market.
prepping successful, but root not.
I keep getting "remote object 'system/bin/su' does not exist
The file "su" isn't created.
how does one fix this so I can root the dang thing.