Edit: There is no need for a duplicate thread. Please see Permanent Root thread in Dev fora.
Just to highlight some other existing threads, since this is such big news
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=832706
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803208 (go to the end of that big thread)
I've been following too
[EDIT: HEADLINE NEWS]
PERMANENT ROOT ACHIEVED
Desire Z /G2 and Desire HD users rejoice
steps were: disable NAND security (S-OFF)
apply root
link to permanent root for G2:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=9109921
BEWARE this has been tested for G2, DZ to come soon
I have recently moved from a HTC Kaiser that i loved to the Wildfire. I have seen lots of posts about rooting but nothing explaining what it is. Can somebody gove a quick rundown please.
In one phrase, gaining complete access over your phone.
This article at Wikipedia should help:
Rooting (Android OS)
If you wish to root, you can refer this extremely detailed guide here:
[GUIDE] Turkeys' Ultimate Guide to Root Wildfire v42.1.2 (Root ROM A2SD Unroot!)
Hello Newcomers and welcome to XDA, first of all. I created This thread for easing you all especially newbies and get used to XDA as fast as possible and also share my experience too along with it
In this thread, i will attach few zipped files containing PDF Tutorial which includes:
[BEGINNER]
*Necessary Knowledge needed to be learnt by Newbies - DONE
*Rooting Guide - DONE
*General Guide for Recovery & Flashing/Instalation of Custom ROM - DONE
[INTERMEDIATE]
*Unlocking Bootloader - DONE
*General Installation of Custom ULBL Kernels and ROMs - DONE
[XPERIENCED]
*Relocking Bootloader And Restore - DONE. Tested
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For experienced relocked users: THANK YOU
Why did i divide into three categories: Beginner, Intermediate, Experienced? Actually, i'm not doing this for fun like in Game Level. It's in order to keep your phone works safe and functioning normally in your daily life. If the person took his/her steps too early, doesn't know what he/she is doing or doesn't know what's going to happen next, mistakes could be easily made and he/she might face consequences of bricking the phone.
In order to tweak/play safe with your phone, the guide PDFs will inform you about necessary knowledge needed to be learnt in certain level step by step. I don't mind you learn quickly, but if you done anything wrong to phone, Sorry alright because i'm not gonna be responsible to your actions to your device. so In your own Risk
If you have doubts, feel free PM me or other ROM developers.
For Newbies, About the files, pls be patient alright If Can, please recommend other X10 newcomers/juniors who came here recently, for preventing them from bricking their phones]
Specially Thanks to:
DooMLoRD for providing awesome, trusted fixed flashtool
Azuzu for Rooting/Flashing Link And Flashtool
Zdzihu for his Xrecovery
Championswimmer for allowing me continue writing Relocking Guide using AOKP .if not, i couldn't continue post result here
X10Forever for allowing me continue writing Relocking Guide using MoKee OS .if not, i couldn't continue post result here
alzbac for allowing me to used DonutHD Locked Bootloaded ROM as reference to install Custom ROMs
Without their help, i can't write these Also thank you for all of you, for reading this too Very Much Appreciated.
Necessary Tools For Rooting/Flashing X10 [Trusted]
Necessary Computer Application Tools to be accompanied with PDF guides.
1)- FlashTool_0.2.9.1-GBready_root_xRec Flashtool Click Here and Extract into a folder for easing your job alright(thanks them too )
Source of thread video tutorial and tools:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1196421
-[Optional](My Customised/Added Flashtool): Coming Soon. Will Be Uploaded In Mediafire or somewhere
2)-X10 USB Cable for Computer and Phone
3)-Sony PCC Companion (May be needed for updating to Version 2.3.3Official if you haven't updated to 2.3.3yet)
PDF GUIDE COMING SOON...Pls Be patient alright
Whitefang
[BEGINNER]
[BEGINNER - COMPLETED]
3 PDF Files available. Each Related To Previous File. I zipped it So just get 7Zip Manager for extracting, and good for future unzipping different formats too.
Attachments Down Here [Beginner 1 Of 3] - Necessary Knowledge needed to be learnt by Newbies
- View attachment 1131771
[Beginner 2 Of 3] - Rooting Guide (TRUSTED)
- View attachment 1131979
[Beginner 3 Of 3] - General Guide for Recovery & Flashing/Installation of Custom ROM
- View attachment 1136084
Feel free give comments/suggestions for further improvements Much Appreciated
whitefang
[intermediate]
[INTERMEDIATE - COMPLETED]
Intermediate Definition: Full-Fledged LB Custom ROMs User, have wide knowledge about rooting, flashing, unlocking bootloader, Custom Kernels and Custom ROMs
Attachments Down Here [Intermediate 1 Of 2] - Unlocking Bootloader Guide
- View attachment 1131845
[Intermediate 2 Of 2] - General Installation Guide of Custom ULBL Kernels and ROMs
- View attachment 1142417
Tools For Identifying SIMLOCK Certificate/Unlocking Bootloader X10:
- S1TOOL.7z (Identifying Tool For SIMLOCK CERTIFICATE: SEMC/SETOOL2/NONE)(extract its content in specific folder)
Source of thread link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1259617
- QSD8250.7z (Unlocking Bootloader Tool) (extract its content in specific folder)
Source of thread link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1253277
UPDATED: EXTRA HELP TIPS:
- If Ya wish to get Stock 3.0.1.G.0.75 Firmwares without re-Updating via PCC but via flashtool, visit this X10 Stock Firmware Collection thread by Senior THeLogiC (thanks him too ) Many Region's Versions are available Enjoy Flashing
[Xperienced]
[XPERIENCED - COMPLETED]
Xperienced Definition: Have Wide knowledge of Unlocking Bootloader, Flashing Custom UB Kernels, and Custom ROMs.
But another distinctive characteristics among users [Not Me alright, i'm just lucky ] that is able to Analyse Cause of Problem of rebooting and restoring locked bootloaders' ROM safe and sound. Execute Absolute Restoring methods for Relocking + Restoring Locked Bootloaders ROM. In other words, he/she may unlock /relock bootloader/restoring as he/she wants.
Lol Okay, okay..Here's it
There will be only 1 File for now..Excluded One. Those who have already unlocked their ROMs, pls read this carefully. Relocking bootloaders Steps may vary due to flashing which ROMs. Relocking is simple, but restoring original data won't be easy, may brick your phone. [Serious Mode]I survived twice
1)Relocking Bootloader And Restore - DONE. Successfully Tested On few ROMs. . Different ROMs might lead to different pathway for relocking
Attachments Down Here
[Xperienced 1 of 1] - Relocking Bootloader And Restore
- View attachment 1206116
- [NEEDED] 3.0.1.G.0.75 KERNEL + BASEBAND
- [NEEDED] Senior champ's KCernel V3 thread and download link
EXTRA: COMMON Q&A has been added in Final Section. ENJOY EVERYONE Good Luck And Enjoy Flashing
nice thread
awesome work
Nice work buddy, this is certainly going to help alot of people.
Sent from my Desire HD using xda premium
Nice work
very cool work... thanks.
thanks
good work
Mr
Hi Whitefang, thanks for a clear read just what I needed. Thank great work
Flashing Kernels
Hi. Thanks again for work, i have a question. If i flash any custom kernel how do i get back to stock kernel? I'm on Donut HD 2.2.7 no updates on stock kernel now.
IDreadman said:
Hi. Thanks again for work, i have a question. If i flash any custom kernel how do i get back to stock kernel? I'm on Donut HD 2.2.7 no updates on stock kernel now.
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If you search for 'x10 stock kernel' you should find a stock kernel with xrecovery. I found it a month ago, just don't remember where.
-Jaramie
from my X10S on DooMKernel 6 @ 1113mhz
Bravo , bagus !
Hi , You Work is very usefull to those newbie like me , THanks you for made this kind of PDF !
Nice idea @whitefang
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda app-developers app
This is so helpful I am definatley lloking forward to relocking bootloader guide as I'm waiting to unlock and a bit more stable ics but now we have camera anyways thabks whitefanf
sent from my x10 using xda premium
Long waited??!! It"s finally here the final piece - xperienced
Hello again everyone especially those who are looking forward for the last piece of PDF tutorial Guide - Relocking Bootloader And Restore It's finally done. Thank you for all your supports and motivation for helping us completing it.
Modified in Post #5 and changed title "Experienced" into "Xperienced"
Enjoy reading and make sure follow instruction and precaution properly alright everyone
HAve a nice day. And Seeyou again. I hoped that you all can recommend this thread to all fresh X10 newbies in futures. Cheers and many thanks
Whitefang
HELPP!!
hey all,, im newbies here and this is my frst post.. im not sure wat is wrong but seemly i followed all the instruction given in (unlock bootloader).. but the qsd8250_semc suddenly close by it self without show any result after i press any key.. later that, i do a cnfirmation at s1tool and it seems like it is not successfull unlocked.. because its still R4A024.. pls guys.. help me.. i've facing this hole day.. feel tired already..:crying:
mr_coOl89 said:
hey all,, im newbies here and this is my frst post.. im not sure wat is wrong but seemly i followed all the instruction given in (unlock bootloader).. but the qsd8250_semc suddenly close by it self without show any result after i press any key.. later that, i do a cnfirmation at s1tool and it seems like it is not successfull unlocked.. because its still R4A024.. pls guys.. help me.. i've facing this hole day.. feel tired already..:crying:
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Try reinatalling your drivers:/
Sent from my X10S using xda premium
Relocking Bootloader oopsee
Mr, Whitefang, I made a little.. mistake, if you could call it that.. I had a buggy rom and wanted to reflash it, and without properly checking what rom i selected, I accidently selected the "X10_V1_BLRelock.ftf" in the menu, connected my phone, then realized I had just relocked the Bootloader..
The phone still starts up normally with custom Kernel and all, but I cant re-unlock it..
What on earth do I do?
EDIT:
Soo, I flashed it with the Kernel + baseband ftf file. and it started up normally.. I believe I might be able to unlock the BL again.. Im lucky I survived it...
Great guide.. Helped me unlock the BL in the first place...
Great guides, something I was looking for for a while now.
First problem (I'm a newbie), I was at Beginner 2 of 3 and at step 7, but the boot logo is stuck. But I did exactly what you told me to do. And I had the exact specs you defined. What should I do? I can't find a stock rom ftf because they're all down
Edit: Fixed it
Frequently Asked Questions
Motorola Droid 2
This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread.
Q1: How can I tell if I have a Motorola Droid 2?
1. Check in the battery compartment, under battery, on the label, Model is in the middle of top line, the Droid 2 is model a955.2. In the software Menu>settings>about Phone>system version will include a955.Verizon.en.US3. Bootloader Version: Power Off>Hold both volume buttons> Bootloader Version is D2.37
Q2: What is the newest Stock Android Version and System Version?
Current Stock Android Version is 2.3.4 (Gingerbread).Current System Version is 4.5.621.a955.Verizon.en.US
Q3: Where are the Custom Bootloaders, Recoveries, and Kernels?
Because of the Locked bootloader, the stock bootloader and Stock recovery can not be replaced, no custom Kernels,
Q4: What is Rooting? How do I root?
Rooting gives you access to system files, that are restricted by default in android. Rooting Droid 2 running Gingerbread is easy using Framaroot. see [Video] “Super Easy Droid X, Droid 2 Rooting app
Q5: What is a Bootstrap and why do I need it?
Because of the locked bootloader a bootstrap is needed to install and access a custom recovery. SeeBootstrap explained[/URL] by Koushik Dutta (Koush) the Droid 2, X, & 3 bootstrap creator . Which version of bootstrap should I use? In most cases Droid 2 Recovery Bootstrapper CWM 5.0.2.0 is best option. see [Kitkat] CM11 Android 4.4 for the Droid X
Q6: How do I restore the stock rom?
IF phone can be booted to bootloader and battery has enough charge, Stock Firmware(SBF) should be able to be re-flashed as long as the is no hardware failure. There are 3 methods to flash SBF/Firmware.1. RSD Lite (Windows only) see my page Using RSD Lite to flash a .SBF to restore (Stock Rom)2. ezSBF bootable CD or usb flash drive (Windows/Linux/Mac) D2 ezSBF & Root 2.3.4/4.5.6213. sbf_flash (LInux/Mac) see http://blog.opticaldelusion.org/search/label/sbf_flashDroid 2 Firmware/SBFs
[Index] Motorola Stock Firmware
Motorola Firmware [INDEX] Helpful Information Welcome, this thread has been created to encompass everything you may need to use this Index. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you"...
forum.xda-developers.com
https://mega.co.nz/#F!MJgmWAQC!S6IfUk_1oFsU-U3dgWVJ9Qhttps://docs.google.com/file/d/0B_nizg6yUZ0NVWhVSHNJLXo3TXM/edit?usp=sharing
Q7: What is the Best Rom?
Best/most stable ROM threads aren't allowed as they're too subjective, you'll receive lots of differing opinions on the same thing. Only way is to try yourself and find the one that fits you best as that's what these forums are about.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=35879372&postcount=14
Q8: What Roms can be installed on the Droid 2?
Some links to popular Roms are posted here
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Changelog:
2023 April 16: Updated Firmware Links
A few cm7 builds
http://web.archive.org/web/20161224230313/https://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=droid2