Database Users

PLEASEEEEEE Helpppppp

Ok so I am new to this but I rooteds my phone yesterday on my mac the first time I got an error and re did it and it worked but now when i try to add different roms in the recovery screen I see every option but nandroid back up how come it is not there? Do I really need it to download roms? If so how do I get the nandroid on there?

the screen you see without nandroid, is it a white or black background?

black with blue writing

the recovery screen do you think I should just try to re root it again? If so how do i get the first root off

if it's rooted there is no need to reroot, sounds like you have cwm recovery, there should be a backup option, you won't find the word "nandroid" but that's what it is, if there is no "backup" on that screen can you please list what options are available?

im in clockworkmod recovery v2.6.0.1
and there is an option that says back up and restore which falls under install zip from sdcard

you found them, I've been using RA so long I forgot where in clockwork they are

It seems as if you are seeing the factory recovery. Do you have root? Restart into bootloader, it should say s-off at the top of the screen. If it does, you got root. If it says s-on, no root. If your not rooted run Unrevoked, at the end of the process you should have a proper recovery. If you have root, dl Rom manager from the market and let that app install cw recovery or ra.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA App

But it still doesnt say nandroid is that ok?

@ mis fit i have the icon for super user and am able to tether so im pretty sure it is rooted but I do not see the nandroid option

yes it says s - off i just checked so now once I open a zip file i thought you had to store it in the nandroid file in the sd card but i dont have a nandroid file

in clockwork it doesn't say nandroid, that's okay, make the backup and your fine

ok cool so where do i place the zip file after they are extracted

leave it where it puts it, it can only find it there, you can copy it to your computer just in case your sdcard fails

Ok, got it, using the Rom manager app it says "Backup Current ROM" and not android. Click on that and you're good to go.
If you are entering recovery using power and vol down or a power off app like quickboot, you won't see an option for nandroid right away either, its under backup/restore.
Sorry it took so long to reply. Driving.
Sent from my PC36100 using XDA App

Can't root after XTC Clip S-OFF

Hi, I was on hboot 1.01.0001 so I finally got S-OFFed today. I flashed Ruu 1.37 and now I am on hboot 0.80.0007 and S-OFF.
However, I can't root with Unrevoked (tried 3.21, 3.22 and 3.32 Windows and Ubuntu versions, where I could root the same ROM time ago).
I also can't flash a Clockworkmod recovery from the recovery I have now (stock one) for failed signature verification and I don't know what to do... Now i get Bakcup CID missing in Unrevoked too...
Please any help. It must be a little thing, but I don't know.
EDIT: I finally got it with a test version of Unrevoked. Posted in the 4th post of this thread.
Thanks

How to install recovery
antonio1475 said:
Hi, I was on hboot 1.01.0001 so I finally got S-OFFed today. I flashed Ruu 1.37 and now I am on hboot 0.80.0007 and S-OFF.
However, I can't root with Unrevoked (tried 3.21, 3.22 and 3.32 Windows and Ubuntu versions, where I could root the same ROM time ago).
I also can't flash a Clockworkmod recovery from the recovery I have now (stock one) for failed signature verification and I don't know what to do... Now i get Bakcup CID missing in Unrevoked too...
Please any help. It must be a little thing, but I don't know.
Thanks
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Same here. Got S-OFF and superuser is working now. Unrevoked says Can't root is you firmware to new.
Rom Manager says it installs Clockwork recovery but recovery is not working??
Anyone?

eduardb said:
Same here. Got S-OFF and superuser is working now. Unrevoked says Can't root is you firmware to new.
Rom Manager says it installs Clockwork recovery but recovery is not working??
Anyone?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
But are you still on hboot 1.01.0001? Because if Unrevoked says Can't root is you firmware to new that may be. Or have you flashed an older RUU?
How have you got superuser???

eduardb said:
Same here. Got S-OFF and superuser is working now. Unrevoked says Can't root is you firmware to new.
Rom Manager says it installs Clockwork recovery but recovery is not working??
Anyone?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey! If you are in hboot 0.80 (Flash 1.37 RUU), I finally found a test version of Unrevoked here that installed Clockworkmod recovery!!!
http://rootmydroid.co.uk/guides/howto-fix-the-backup-cid-missing-error-on-unrevoked/
Option 1--> downlod the file, is the Unrevoked test version. Run it, it works!!
I hope if it useful to somebody.

Do you guys even know what's the purpose of having S-OFF?!
If you phone's NAND is unlocked, just get temp root and flash the recovery

Kwen said:
Do you guys even know what's the purpose of having S-OFF?!
If you phone's NAND is unlocked, just get temp root and flash the recovery
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hey I am sorry! I did what I could. I tried Unrevoked and didn't work so I eventually got an Unrevoked version that did the trick.
Excuse me if I can't do another way without having the steps to follow.

I had the same problem first i set s-off, then flashed and older RUU, then unrevoked 3.14 and that worked for me......so good and easy and fast!

hans3103 said:
I had the same problem but i use unrevoked 3.14 to root the wildfire.....all without any problems I think newer is not always better for things like this.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah, the test version I posted was 3.22. I ll note myself that 3.14 works for the next time. Thanks

strange...newer is not always better ........lol

If you get the error-message concerning the cid in Unrevoked - just adb into the phone, run the __unrevoked__ script in /system and flash the clockwork-mod after that. From there you can install rooted images like you want ..

sammy98 said:
If you get the error-message concerning the cid in Unrevoked - just adb into the phone, run the __unrevoked__ script in /system and flash the clockwork-mod after that. From there you can install rooted images like you want ..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you! I will keep that in mind.

Just fix your .misc file, as descriped in this post ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=824396 ) - when done, then re-run unrevoked

Birthe88 said:
Just fix your .misc file, as descriped in this post ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=824396 ) - when done, then re-run unrevoked
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I read a post about this file but I found it hard and risky. Decided to use a test version of Unrevoked as said before.
Thanks for the ost anyway. Will be useful.
Sent from my HTC Wildfire using XDA App

xtc clip s-off
I got the same error message but got rooted with and older version of unrevoked...then the problem was solved. Much more easy and more safe i guess . I dont know if this work for every one but for me it did.

Rooting after S-OFF
Hi guys,
I`ll share here my experience.
There are mainly two different methods (with some variations) of obtaining ROOT after S-OFF (with XTC Clip).
1-st (and likely undesirable to me) is exactly: downgrading > Unrevoked > upgrading.
- And why so?
There have some disadvantages:
- downgrading is additional flashing of the device and is unnecessary at all (you`ll see later).
- need of connection to computer.
2-nd (very desirable metnod) is to install CWM Recovery right away S-OFF. Even this procedure is not a must, but makes your life easier. Then You can flash right from SD card whichever ROM you like.
- And what advantage gives this to me?
- Only 1 flash procedure, no need of downgrades. Flashing with already rooted ROM (any custom or rooted stock) gives you ROOT access with only 1 step.
- There is no Unrevoked procedure, thats mean no need of computer connection at all.
The most painless and secure algorithm is:
1. S-OFF (by XTC Clip)
2. Install ClockWorkMod (CWM) Recovery - Here you`ll find recovery .img and .zip for all supported models.
How to install CWM Recovery?
As example I`ll give Wildfire aka Buzz:
- You`ll need to upload PC49IMG.zip (last CWM 3.0.0.6) on top of your sdcard ( NOT in any folder).
- Boot the smart in bootloader (holding VOLUME DOWN then POWER). You will be asked to install the ZIP file (Yes is right answer). Recovery will then install automatic, DO NOT press any buttons before finishing of process.
3. Backup/Restore Your current ROM:
- Starting Recovery: in bootloader navigate (with VOLUM DOWN) to "recovery", then POWER to enter in CWM Recovery menu.
- Navigation: TRACKPAD or VOLUME button to navigate trough menus, to select them press TRACKPAD button. Use BACK touch button to back in menus.
- Backup: you`ll find "Backup" menu under "backup and restore" main menu - When pressing "Backup" then CWM will perform backup of current state of the device. If succeed you'll see "Backup complete" message.
- Restore: you`ll see this menu as "Restore" right under "Backup". The menu gives you a list of available backups to restore. There have to be at least 1 backup to perform restore operation.
4. Wipe ONLY cache/dalvik when performing next step (5.) (if you want to save all data and settings, else do data/factory reset also which is recommended before flashing any custom ROM):
- just "wipe cache partition" in main menu and under "advanced" perform "Wipe Dalvik Cache".
- "wipe data/factory reset" - perform this action, ONLY if want to flash custom ROMs. This action will RESET smart to its factory settings (you`ll lose all data and settings except those saved on sdcard).
5.(optional) Install su binary with Superuser rootpack:
- download Eclair-Froyo-Gingerbread rootpack
- place the file as is on sdcard or in some folder on sdcard (there is no need to be on top of sdcard)
- boot in recovery and go to "install zip from sdcard" menu, then "choose zip from sdcard" submenu - here you can browse through sdcard folders and install su-2.3.6.1-ef-signed.zip (or your ROM or any update, e.g. radio, kernel etc.).
6.(optional) Make backup of Rooted ROM - see (3. : Backup)
7.(optional) Install some backup application like Titanium Backup (or PRO) or MyBackupRoot (or PRO) - this is optional but recommended. When backing up your Applications+Data you can restore them even after flashing custom ROM (which is performed after data/factory reset, and all applications and data will be wiped).
8. Install any custom or stock ROM:
- for stock ROM see 5.
- for custom ROM perform 4. (including "wipe data/factory reset"), then 5.
9.(optional) Restore Your applications and data - when Custom ROM is installed there is need to perform data/factory reset. Any backup of applications and data performed in step (7.) could be restored in freshly flashed Custom ROM.
NOTE: Later on I`ll add some additional stuff here - useful links and more deep explanation of mentioned algorithm if needed.
Happy Rooting!
XTC Clip in Bulgaria

dailor said:
Hi guys,
I`ll share here my experience.
There are mainly two different methods (with some variations) of obtaining ROOT after S-OFF (with XTC Clip).
1-st (and likely undesirable to me) is exactly: downgrading > Unrevoked > upgrading.
- And why so?
There have some disadvantages:
- downgrading is additional flashing of the device and is unnecessary at all (you`ll see later).
- need of connection to computer.
2-nd (very desirable metnod) is to install CWM Recovery right away S-OFF. Even this procedure is not a must, but makes your life easier. Then You can flash right from SD card whichever ROM you like, and that includes Stock Rooted ROM.
- And what advantage gives this to me?
- Only 1 flash procedure, no need of downgrades. Flashing with already rooted ROM (any custom or rooted stock) gives you ROOT access with only 1 step.
- There is no Unrevoked procedure, thats mean no need of computer connection at all.
When flashing with rooted Stock ROM, there is no need of data/factory reset procedure (wipe only caches - cache partition and dalvik). That`s mean exactly after flashing You will be Booted & Rooted with all settings and data saved.
The most painless and secure algorithm is:
1. S-OFF (by XTC Clip)
2. Install ClockWorkMod (CWM) Recovery
3. Backup Your current ROM
4. Wipe cache/dalvik ONLY when performing next step (5.) (if you want to save all data and settings, else do data/factory reset also which is recommended before flashing any custom ROM).
5.(optional) Install Stock Rooted ROM
6.(optional) Make backup of Rooted ROM
7.(optional) Install some backup application like Titanium Backup or MyBackup (PRO)
8. Install any custom or stock ROM.
9.(optional) Recover Your applications and data - when Custom ROM is installed there is need to perform data/factory reset. Any backup of applications and data performed in step (7.) could be restored in freshly flashed Custom ROM.
NOTE: Later on I`ll add some additional stuff here - useful links and more deep explanation of mentioned algorithm if needed.
Happy Rooting!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Great explanation! It will sure be useful for someone

Ok.. how do I install clockwork after getting s-off with xtc clip??

pyroblazer said:
Ok.. how do I install clockwork after getting s-off with xtc clip??
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Check the 4th post of this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12093356&postcount=4
easy

antonio1475 said:
Check the 4th post of this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12093356&postcount=4
easy
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
thnx....mate... gonna get s-off on monday... that is if i can afford it rightnow..

pyroblazer said:
thnx....mate... gonna get s-off on monday... that is if i can afford it rightnow..
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
But someone is going to make it to you for some $ or you bought the XTC Clip?
Because for the price of XTC Clip, you can get a new phone...

[Q] "Visionary+" temp root + rom manager current rom back up fails.

Hi,
i want to backup my current stock rom (froyo 3.15.405.3) in order to "safely" experiment with custom roms or overclock kernels.
To do so i temp root my legend with visionary+ (wich is the only rooting app that seems to work on the legend),run rom manager and select backup current rom.
After this my phone reboots and seems to hang on a red triangle screen.
The same happens when i try to install clockworkmod.
Since i'm an unexperienced Android-user,i have no idea what i'm doing wrong.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks.
Forgot to mention: after i remove the battery for a few seconds it boots normally.

You need full-root to run Clockworkmod.
RomManager is just like an Android GUI for Clockworkmod.
Temproot is root as long you don't restart it.
To start Clockworkmod you have to reboot into recovery (the Triangle Thingy)
You could try to press Volume Up and Power at the same time when you are on this screen, then you normally should be able to navigate the cursor with the volume buttons to something with flash update.zip.
Navigate to that and press power - then you should be in Clockworkmod.
It works at least if you have root. I'm unsure if you can backup and even boot into CWM without root.
Temproot is like no root in this case.

Hi,
thanks for the info.
I was aware of the fact that a temp root was only until next reboot but i was hoping this was enough.
Guess not.
So i'll have to full root,to try custom roms.
I'll probably try this tomorow...
Hope i won't brick it.
Thanks.

Rooting (downgrading) failed.
Starting new thread...

[Q] Question about root and recovery

I've searched the forums without any luck. Anyways, I have a question about root and recovery. Yesterday I rooted my phone using a guide from the unlockr. All went well and my phone is now rooted. I want to install a new ROM on my phone and I keep reading about installing "recovery" before the ROM and I'm not sure if I've done that? Is there a way to know if I have installed the recovery or not?
Oh wow I'm stupid. On the guide it says I now have root access and a recovery image. My bad. But now I have another question; If I don't happen to like the new ROM is it easy to just go back to normal, like factory settings?

First Question
It's quiet easy.
- If you have rom manager installed, you have clockworkmod recovery installed.
- If not, try to power on your tattoo with the touches "home" + "power" until you go on the recovery. If you go on the recovery, you got it! ;-)
Second question
Before flashing a rom, do a Nandroid backup in the recovery so you can restore to your current rom with all yours data.

charlesdg said:
First Question
It's quiet easy.
- If you have rom manager installed, you have clockworkmod recovery installed.
- If not, try to power on your tattoo with the touches "home" + "power" until you go on the recovery. If you go on the recovery, you got it! ;-)
Second question
Before flashing a rom, do a Nandroid backup in the recovery so you can restore to your current rom with all yours data.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
I have the clockwordmod recovery v3.0.0.5 and I started the phone by pressing home+power and I hit the "Backup and restore" option but there's no "Nandroid backup" thingy, all I see is "backup" or "restore", is that the same thing?
I'm running a backup right as we speak.

Yes! the backup & restore menu are the nandroid backup & restore...

charlesdg said:
Yes! the backup & restore menu are the nandroid backup & restore...
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Okay, thanks! The backup is done and I'm now copying the clockworkmod folder to my computer, and soon I'm gonna try flash the nFinityGB rom
cross your fingers! lol

Well, I copied the nFinityGB.zip-file and put it on the SD crad, but when i try to start it in recovery mode it gets stuck on "Tattoo" on the screen. What am I doing wrong? lol

to install the rom, you have to go in the recovery. did you push home + power buttons as well during the boot?

charlesdg said:
to install the rom, you have to go in the recovery. did you push home + power buttons as well during the boot?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yeah I did, I fixed it though by doing the root thing again, dunno why I couldn't start the phone in recovery mode. I have the nFinityGB rom now though, looks pretty awesome
Thanks for your help btw!

Problem with unrevoked3

I rooted the phone but clockworkmod didn't install, the S-OFF is working so what can be the issue?
Should I go a different method to rooting the phone?

You can use Rom Manager to flash the newest version of Clockwork.
If you want to use RA recovery, which most recommend, this file put on your sdcard and then loading into the bootloader [volume down held while powering on the phone] and then saying yes to the dialog will put RA on for you.