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[Q] newb needs help with flashing ics

ok so as the title states im a lil new to this so plz no one freak out on me for posting this.
what i need is a simple step by step on how to backup, flash, load ics (thor i think) on my a501.
any help would be great or if there is this thread already plz link me

or suggestions as to witch rom to load?

ask on his forum.maybe
my best guess would be to fallow the instructions given by the rom developer.
that rom is beta.and has issues.Again you are at the wrong forum to be asking about Non gpl complient software's.

erica_renee said:
Non gpl complient software's.
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?? lol
not that tech savi

How about you all on the forum you downloaded it on. Just a suggestion
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using Tapatalk

BrianDigital said:
How about you all on the forum you downloaded it on. Just a suggestion
Sent from my Nexus S 4G using Tapatalk
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OK, Thor's ICS rom, is on his personal website.
Due to XDA rules and policies, you will find no information on it here at XDA.
And why anybody would want to bring it up, is beyond my comprehension.
You can locate him at Tegraowners.com. And there, you can post all your issues related to his work.
If you wish to discuss his original CWM Recovery, that is ok.
This conversation should be closed. And no, people, you need not to add anything more, because most of you, don't know all the details.
Any further discussion on this topic, may result in the thread being closed.

if you read the question i asked how to root, flash not specific info on thor...
and as my first line i am new and not to get pissy.
so thank you to any one that actually helped or wants to help me

dr mcknight said:
if you read the question i asked how to root, flash not specific info on thor...
and as my first line i am new and not to get pissy.
so thank you to any one that actually helped or wants to help me
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Nobody is getting "pissy", and clearly, you are new, and didn't read the rules.
Considering how Thor, is the only one who has ICS running, and you mentioned it in your OP. That you are trying to get Thor's ICS running.,
Ok, considering you are running Thor's CWM, which I can support.
1. Boot to recovery (hope you know how to do this)
2. Wipe Data
3.Wipe Cache
4. Wipe dalvik
5, Install your rom.zip
Reboot.
If you have issues getting Thor's ICS flashed, you should contact Thor at tegraowners.com
XDA rules prohibit discussing or directly linking to any sites or developers, who use non-compliant code as in accordance with GPL licensing.
So, I am not being "pissy". You failed to understand or most probably, read the rules. I didn't make these rules. But we all have to follow them.
MD
Edit: as an additional note, because you are a 501 user, and I like 501's, I will say, the likely ICS build you want to flash, well, it doesn't support the 501. No camera, and no 3g internal. Ask me how I know. Or you can just flash it, and discover for yourself. But please, do not say, I am pissy, when you didn't understand the rules at xda.

thank you
and i followed with asking other suggestions. i didnt think just mentioning it would be bad as there are other threads that talk about his work

dr mcknight said:
thank you
and i followed with asking other suggestions. i didnt think just mentioning it would be bad as there are other threads that talk about his work
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It's ok, and I take no offence.
Thor does great work, this I know.
But, at xda, they have rules, and I am sorry if you got caught in the middle of it, as with most new users.
Sometimes, I can be a little strict.

cool so what exactly did i say wrong? like i said befor i am not the first to talk about him on xda? or about that rom?

You didn't do anything wrong, discussing his work is not against the rules, linking to downloads is. It is just that discussing his work often leads to heated arguments here, so it is often avoided.

lol i didnt link anything........im confused... one guy says im breaking rules and wants to close this thead. you say i didnt?
i was under the impression that this site is here for people to ask questions. that is all i did

daveid said:
You didn't do anything wrong, discussing his work is not against the rules, linking to downloads is. It is just that discussing his work often leads to heated arguments here, so it is often avoided.
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Exactly. Sorry if I sounded "pissy". Just tired of putting out fires
We know now, that you have no idea about the prior history.
Ok, no problem. You didn't know. My fault for being so rude, but you have to understand, when you mention Thor, or his code, some holy crusaders will come with crosses thumping. And believe me, they are much worse than me.
I won't tell the "real" story. Most people don't know. They only know a couple of things.
Rule number 1. Discussing Thor CWM version 3x is ok. It's GPL compliant.
Rule number 2. Do not post links to his site or code containing his kernel.
Rule number 3. Try not to discuss his Roms, or anything associated with them. He has his own website at tegraowners. And doing so, will bring the "crusaders", and cause another mess.
Like I said, long story

that is all good, but you guys need to remember that this site is open to anyone that wants to use it, and alot of people like myself have no idea what CWM version 3x is ok. It's GPL compliant or code containing his kernel. even means!!!
and that is why i came here to learn what i can do with my new toy.
i am respectfull of any requests made of me. but i believe in free speech and didnt really like when somone says-
"because most of you, don't know all the details" is not a good reason to not talk about something.

Well, I have tried to be as nice as can be.
Or we can make the mods step in and explain.
Here's the deal, and remember, I am putting this as nice as I can, so as to not step on toes. But, it seems a general explanation is not suffice. Or maybe you don't like russians.
Thor is a developer. A really good one. Because somebody used his code a year ago, and didn't give credit, a big scandal arose. Near before that time, Thor released the CWM recovery version 3x. What you find in Acer Recovery which you got from the market.
GPL licensing, as is recognized, states that all modifications to the "kernel", must be available to all, and that all said source code, must be released and open.
The original CWM Recovery is within this parameter.
Because of the scandal later, Thor decided to not release his source code for kernels. This created a conflict. Because of XDA rules on GPL compliance, Thor left, and created his own website.
Since then, XDA has a rule. You can not post links to any code containing Thor's Kernel. Nor should you discuss any issues concerning any of thor's code that contains his kernels. This includes 3.2, 3.2.1, and ICS roms.
Discussion of any of his products, eventually leads to some horrible posts. I am only trying to avoid this. Not to give you a hard time.
Fortunately, most of the mess has been cleaned up from the last escapade.
I'm really sorry if you felt I was being an ass. But now you know the story, and I hope you understand.
Free speech is ok, but here at XDA, there are some ... rules.

first i like Russians just fine. ( i just played against your paralympic sledge hockey team last week here in canada)
second that is fine with me, i completely understand if there was a conflict between a developer and xda.
i was never trying to fan the flames just trying to figure out what went wrong....
fyi- next time all you need to say is xda and thor dont see eye to eye, and i would have left it there.
thank you for the info.
any way back to the job at hand...
im running 3.2 and i understand i need to revert back to 3.0 to root... i downloaded the file i need as per the tutorial im following...
however they have you boot your device holding the power and vol. down button and a boot screen apears, this dose not happen on my device??? what am i doing wrong?

No problem. Man, if you could witness the stuff I see here, was just trying to stop something, before it started.
Now, to your issue.
I would suggest you run TimmyDean method.
It will give you a rooted 3.2
Hang on a minute, and I'll give you a link.
---------- Post added at 01:34 AM ---------- Previous post was at 01:30 AM ----------
The link for rooting 3.2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1307539
Now, he has a pdf file included in the zip.
Never used it myself, but others have.
And that number it gives you, write it down, and keep in a safe place for the future. If you ever "hard brick" your tab, you will need it.
Moscow.

cool yea i think i saw that but correct me if im wrong but id need to tinker with it before installing it? changing numbers and ****, im not sure exactly what he was talking about.
im such a newb to this stuff and i dont want to brick it

oh a pdf... ill take a look
thx

New comers like myself, this just may help

Hello Everybody,
If you are a new comer like me and willing to enter this new Universe, so you must do one thing:
Read, read, read, read, read and learn! Than read some more!
Follow the steps provided by the gurus! Do not play around! You may end up paying a very high price and even bricking your lovely GNote!
The below links are just a few which I have found to be very helpful on instructing me on how to Flash and root my GNote.
Please be careful and read all threads from beginning to end! Remember on the XDA alone there are plenty of threads and information that you must read before trying to flash your International GNote!
First thing: What to ask and how to ask? A must see short introductory video as a first step as suggested by the senior member p107r0
I must read this first :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1659768
"[GUIDE] How to Flash ICS and Survive" and thanks again to senior member p107r0
Latest ICS stock roms, root/ unroot here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1424997
Also read this if you want to root:
Is rooting for me? Is it dangerous? Here
Also: Will it break my phone? Will it void my warranty?Here
With a great viedo
Another great video with a full tutorial
Download dr.Ketan's guide - How to Root & Update ROM on G-Note
Video tutorials on rooting:http://rootgalaxynote.com/category/galaxy-note-root/
3 more videos, thansks to senior member Rulinglionadi:
How to Root the Galaxy Note N7000 (EASIEST METHOD) Click here : http://youtu.be/ehXcnqntsro
How to ROOT and FLASH CLOCKWORKMOD on a Galaxy Note N7000 running the official Ice Cream Sandwich Click here : http://youtu.be/OMCHeUWMvzk
Reset Flash/Binary Counter for ICS Galaxy S3/S2/Note I9100 I9220 I9300 N7000 Click here : http://youtu.be/Aa-t-8ypcYs
Video Tutorials http://forum.xda-developers.com/member.php?u=3216132
Yellow Triangle Away http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494114
and also http://www.shetalksandroid.com/2012/03/how-to-reset-sgs2-flash-counter and http://www.xda-developers.com/tag/samsung-galaxy-note
How Safe is Overclocking? Is it for you? Read this if you are considering overclocking your Note!
If you still want to have a goal!
Really great Wallpapers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1445433
Some really good websites to read (It’s a must)
Theandroidsoul + Tutorials
http://rootgalaxynote.com/ + video tutorials
Galaxy Note custom roms can be fund here, again do your research!
I am currently using this rom:
Fullwipe performed
ROCKET ROM-V7-XXLQ3
Abyss Kernel 4.2
Theme: SGS3 Theme for RR v7. Its really nice!
Hotfixes
S3 Weather Widget in 5x2
Miss SNote Premium Package (some users do), install from here
Follow this link to solve the deep sleep Mode problem
Download Rocket Rom: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1654838
Again follow the steps! Don’t try short cuts; it may well cut your phone’s life short! Excellent rom, very fast!
The most important is: Read, learn and follow the instructions!

awesome thx!!

admire the effort,
I'd suggest including the official xda introductory video as the step #1:

Of course...
yeap! Very good point! I will try to add some more bits in the next few days.
Your ideas and suggestions are the most wellcome!
Cheers
Dodger

This is good work !! Keep it up, We need more people like you around here, Only 4 posts and your already making guides

Kudos bro !

roger_lif said:
Read, read, read, read, read and learn! Than read some more!
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...than do 10 Spam posts, to unlock Dev Area...
I read a lot, and found a post I wanted to thank him in the topic of my ROM. I registered just to find out, that you need at least 1 Post to thank. Ok, no problem. The last post was someone asking a question I could answer anyways. So i clicked on reply...
Please Read: New members (those with fewer than 10 posts) are not permitted to post to development-related forums. The developer forums are intended for experienced users and developers to discuss ways to improve technical aspects related to ROMs and Software. While you may be an expert, we ask ALL users to avoid posting questions about using or installing ROMs and software in the Development Forums. To encourage this new Users can read but not post in these forums.
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I can understand that, I just wanted to point that out (and do my first post to do thanks ).
It would be cool to have another possibilty. Maybe a quiz or something like that to test qualifications.

LaberLu said:
...than do 10 Spam posts, to unlock Dev Area...
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Don't.

Add the videos is my sig...done by Ashwin123..its very usefull and easy...

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Don't.
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+1 don't just post to get post count up. Find something useful to say or just +1 to ten posts lol that's more bearable than spammers
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda app-developers app

LaberLu said:
...than do 10 Spam posts, to unlock Dev Area...
I read a lot, and found a post I wanted to thank him in the topic of my ROM. I registered just to find out, that you need at least 1 Post to thank. Ok, no problem. The last post was someone asking a question I could answer anyways. So i clicked on reply...
I can understand that, I just wanted to point that out (and do my first post to do thanks ).
It would be cool to have another possibilty. Maybe a quiz or something like that to test qualifications.
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Well, I finding a bit difficult to understand your thread...I don’t see point of unlocking the Dev area unless you are in the field. As far as I am concern the dev area will not give me much, especially with the silly questions I am still to ask.
"...to test qualifications..." what is the point? Many like me turn to XDA to find an answer to a problem and likely will to have the knowledge to stand an examination.
To finalize, my idea with the thread was to provide some information, there are plenty of people going under with their phones due to stupid mistakes.
People stuffing the forum with “spam” threads should check themselves, do a full wipe and then reboot…if you know what I mean.

one additional suggestion: "[GUIDE] How to Flash ICS and Survive"

This is what I said:
LaberLu said:
I registered just to find out, that you need at least 1 Post to thank.
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This is what really happened:
I registered [because i wanted to thank a post]. I logged in (after email confirmation) and searched for the thank button, but couldn't find it. So i went to google picture search, typed in "xda thank button" (there is always at least one person making a screenshot and a arrow on it) and found http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1590190
and on page 2:
It works now - seems that one at least needs one post before "Thanks" is unlocked.
So...nothing for quiet readers like me
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Why should I have made a new topic about it?
I usually search first at google, than xda (because of localisation) and when I still haven't found an answer there have already 3 hours passed and I might really have a problem/question noone else ever had before.
Forums are no chat. Every Question and their answers will be saved. Asking a question again and waiting for answers takes usually much longer than just google it.
Just as example the first Post in Q&A of the Note:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1741889
Me: http://lmgtfy.com/?q=small+screen+scratch+smartphone

Questions About Unlocked Bootloader And PF4

I am on an unlocked bootloader and I'm also on pb1 and running cm13. Is there a way for me to upgrade my modern to pf4 with a flashable zip?
It seems like there is a way to upgrade my bootloader now as well from what I've pieced together information wise through reading the forums is that true, am I reading into this correctly?

Bump for help.

Bump for help.

If you have these same questions for the awesome developers in this sub forum please speak up because it would seem that some still hold childish vendettas against me despite me being thanked plenty of times for helping people around here and being a long time member of this community.
Thanks to anyone who speaks up and answers these few questions. I just see a lot of people bricking their phones right now and not enough information out there so I'd like to perhaps help other people while helping myself as well by getting this information before moving forward with trying my hands at this.

thewebsiteisdown said:
If you have these same questions for the awesome developers in this sub forum please speak up because it would seem that some still hold childish vendettas against me despite me being thanked plenty of times for helping people around here and being a long time member of this community.
Thanks to anyone who speaks up and answers these few questions. I just see a lot of people bricking their phones right now and not enough information out there so I'd like to perhaps help other people while helping myself as well by getting this information before moving forward with trying my hands at this.
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I agree. Lately there is a lot of very confusing conflicting information and guides that are not clear like they used to be. Instead of helping some just get mad and fill threads with complaints instead of answers

Bump for help. I have a lot of views so I know these questions are needing answers. Thank you for any help we get on these questions.

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Bump for help. I have a lot of views so I know these questions are needing answers. Thank you for any help we get on these questions.
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Why don't you just pull the modem from the PF4 firmware and create a flashable zip....basically that's what you're asking for...just a thought/idea

al50 said:
Why don't you just pull the modem from the PF4 firmware and create a flashable zip....basically that's what you're asking for...just a thought/idea
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I'm trying to figure out why jrkruse hasn't done that yet and why he's remaining silent while people are bricking their phones. It just seems fishy to me that's all. Plus I don't know how. I can do a lot but not that.

thewebsiteisdown said:
I'm trying to figure out why jrkruse hasn't done that yet and why he's remaining silent while people are bricking their phones. It just seems fishy to me that's all. Plus I don't know how. I can do a lot but not that.
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Go to this thread, which is also located in this forum that your in now and maybe post a friendly requst. He's a pretty good guy if you ask nicely....lol
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/modem-modems-t3154630
Also, what does the modem have to do with and about bricking the device?

al50 said:
Go to this thread, which is also located in this forum that your in now and maybe post a friendly requst. He's a pretty good guy if you ask nicely....lol
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/modem-modems-t3154630
Also, what does the modem have to do with and about bricking the device?
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I've mentioned him and messaged and asked him directly in his own post where he released the rom in question. Thank you for the suggestion though I appreciate some response better then none for sure.

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I've mentioned him and messaged and asked him directly in his own post where he released the rom in question. Thank you for the suggestion though I appreciate some response better then none for sure.
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Are you sure you messaged and posted in the correct thread? I just went over to that thread and didn't see any recent posts...also, "rom in question....". This Dev hasn't released any ROM's....that i know of...i know he builds Kernals and posted Kernals and modems in the link i posted

al50 said:
Are you sure you messaged and posted in the correct thread? I just went over to that thread and didn't see any recent posts...also, "rom in question....". This Dev hasn't released any ROM's....that i know of...i know he builds Kernals and posted Kernals and modems in the link i posted
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67703976&postcount=45

thewebsiteisdown said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=67703976&postcount=45
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That isn't the link that I sent you. Go back to my post and go to that link.

al50 said:
That isn't the link that I sent you. Go back to my post and go to that link.
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I will try it because you suggested it. Let's see what happens..

That worked thank you very much.
Here's the newest modem flash files for safe strap / twrp for people wondering by the way.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/modem-modems-t3154630

thewebsiteisdown said:
That worked thank you very much.
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You're welcome bud. Klabit is a good person and comes through when asked

Request help installing recovery on my Rooted Verizon Note 3

Hello , I am trying to install your Jasmine 5.0 Rom on my Rooted Verizon Note 3. I downloaded and installed the safestrap 3.75-B04 apk on the device. I granted it (SU) and it says its installed , but it will not reboot into TWRP recovery. How do I fix this issue ? I tried several ways to make safestrap work and none have helped. Can anyone help me fix this issue ? I appreciate any help thank you.

wilspeak said:
Hello , I am trying to install your Jasmine 5.0 Rom on my Rooted Verizon Note 3. I downloaded and installed the safestrap 3.75-B04 apk on the device. I granted it (SU) and it says its installed , but it will not reboot into TWRP recovery. How do I fix this issue ? I tried several ways to make safestrap work and none have helped. Can anyone help me fix this issue ? I appreciate any help thank you.
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I debated not answering this post for two reasons:
(1) I count at least 3 separate identical posts from you in multiple forums and threads. Stop it. That's called spamming or cross-posting. It's unacceptable behavior.
(2) Just about 8 or 10 posts down from this one there is a thread that covers this exact issue, check out what it's title is:
Needing help with Safestrap Recovery, Will not boot to recovery
What you need help with apparently, is searching
Safestrap 3.75 was built for KK (KitKat) ROMs - Android 4.4.x
By your own words, you have Jasmine 5.0 installed, which is based off of OB6 - Lollipop 5.0
SImply put, Safestrap has never worked on Lollipop ROMs and never will. The developer moved on.
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First off, I was not trying to spam or cross-post or conduct myself with unacceptable behavior. Secondly, I appreciate all the help and advice that I receive . What I don't appreciate is unwarranted criticism. I was only trying to find an answer to my problem, and if I can help someone else , I will do so. Again I appreciate all the help and advice that I receive. I hope that I was NOT spamming or cross-posting or conducting unacceptable behavior. I apologize to all if I was offensive.

wilspeak said:
First off, I was not trying to spam or cross-post or conduct myself with unacceptable behavior.
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And yet you did. See forum rule #5
wilspeak said:
Secondly, I appreciate all the help and advice that I receive.
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OK, you are welcome. I answered your question, did I not?
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What I don't appreciate is unwarranted criticism.
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Asking you to follow the rules requested by the moderators and followed largely by everyone is not unwarranted criticism. It's asking you to follow the rules.
wilspeak said:
I was only trying to find an answer to my problem, and if I can help someone else , I will do so.
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Posting the identical message multiple times doesn't help anyone. It merely makes the life of other people worse when they actually follow the rules and try searching for something.
wilspeak said:
Again I appreciate all the help and advice that I receive.
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You're welcome.
wilspeak said:
I hope that I was NOT spamming or cross-posting or conducting unacceptable behavior.
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Spamming or Cross-posting have an extremely simple definition: posting exact duplicates of the same message in multiple forums and multiple threads. Hope has nothing to do with it.
wilspeak said:
I apologize to all if I was offensive.
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I can't speak for all; but for me - apology accepted. Go and cross-post no more.
The forum rules are right up there at the top of the list of threads. Here's some excerpts from those rules, which are pretty much the same in almost every forum:
1. Search before posting.
Use one of our search functions before posting or creating a new thread. Whether you have a question or just something new to share, it's very likely that someone has already asked that question or shared that news.
5. Create a thread or post a message only once.
As a large forum, we don't need unnecessary clutter. You're free to edit your message as you like, so if you do not receive an answer, revisit your message and see if you can describe your problem better. Not everyone is online at the same time so it might take a while before you receive an answer.
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Imagine what a horrible mess this place would be if everyone posted identical copies of their messages 3 or 4 times in separate places. Most messages would be orphans with no responses, and interesting topics with many responders would be split into 4 unrelated conversations with many people repeating the same information with different chronologies, and largely being unaware of contributions of others. That is why it is frowned upon.

bftb0 said:
And yet you did. See forum rule #5
OK, you are welcome. I answered your question, did I not?
Asking you to follow the rules requested by the moderators and followed largely by everyone is not unwarranted criticism. It's asking you to follow the rules.
Posting the identical message multiple times doesn't help anyone. It merely makes the life of other people worse when they actually follow the rules and try searching for something.
You're welcome.
Spamming or Cross-posting have an extremely simple definition: posting exact duplicates of the same message in multiple forums and multiple threads. Hope has nothing to do with it.
I can't speak for all; but for me - apology accepted. Go and cross-post no more.
The forum rules are right up there at the top of the list of threads. Here's some excerpts from those rules, which are pretty much the same in almost every forum:
Imagine what a horrible mess this place would be if everyone posted identical copies of their messages 3 or 4 times in separate places. Most messages would be orphans with no responses, and interesting topics with many responders would be split into 4 unrelated conversations with many people repeating the same information with different chronologies, and largely being unaware of contributions of others. That is why it is frowned upon.
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Excuse me for not being perfect like everyone is and Yes you did give me some useful information. I have to try to find the firmware for NC2 and downgrade from android 5.0. Thank You and if you can offer any more information please do. Thats what we are here for to help each other not to kick one down .

wilspeak said:
Excuse me for not being perfect like everyone is and Yes you did give me some useful information. I have to try to find the firmware for NC2 and downgrade from android 5.0. Thank You and if you can offer any more information please do. Thats what we are here for to help each other not to kick one down .
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You can NOT downgrade from 5.0 to NC2
You can supposedly downgrade from 5.0 to 4.4.4 which is NC4 I believe
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wilspeak said:
Excuse me for not being perfect like everyone is and Yes you did give me some useful information. I have to try to find the firmware for NC2 and downgrade from android 5.0. Thank You and if you can offer any more information please do. Thats what we are here for to help each other not to kick one down .
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Being whiny won't make others jump to pitch in and help you any further with your problem. Nobody is asking you to be perfect, but to read and do a little research and not cross post. The answers to your questions are covered here very thoroughly.

Rooting for the First Time (z981)

Pretty tired of my stock z981. I've been looking into rooting my device. I've found threads. But they point me into too many directions. Also, just to clarify, I would be rooting for the first time.
I found this thread, which has the steps.
androidforums.com/threads/new-root-method-for-z981-zmax-pro.1284305/#post-7792976
(I was going to join the discord posted in the thread, but the link/invite is expired. :| )
I need someone to walk me through the process at an elementary level, since I'm new to all this. Plus, I don't want to be to hasty and end up obliterating my phone.
I managed to turn on usb debugging. But that's as far as I got..

Seems no one answers this particular forum. My post has 33 views and not
one answer .
Sorry I couldn't be of any help, GLTY.

RainerRocks said:
Seems no one answers this particular forum. My post has 33 views and not
one answer .
Sorry I couldn't be of any help, GLTY.
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Use this link:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/zte-zmax/how-to/zmax-pro-free-twrp-root-method-t3767821
and go to page 7 or 8 where PowerUser64 gives a link to an excellent resource.
That should give you root access