Stupid Nexus 7 owner - Nexus 7 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Guys,
I've searched and cannot find an answer to this, everything that gets me close brings me back to here.
I recently bought a Nexus 7, decided to root it - which I did successfully. I installed CM 9 instead of 10 by complete accident. I have CM 10 running now, but when my device boots the CM 9 splash screen loads. I don't want to cause any problems so I'd much prefer to simply start again i.e restore and start over and re-root etc.
If there is a simple way of removing CM 9 (all traces) i'll be happy not to restore.
*please go easy on me, I'm new to Android. Ex-iOS user.

snipermode said:
Guys,
I've searched and cannot find an answer to this, everything that gets me close brings me back to here.
I recently bought a Nexus 7, decided to root it - which I did successfully. I installed CM 9 instead of 10 by complete accident. I have CM 10 running now, but when my device boots the CM 9 splash screen loads. I don't want to cause any problems so I'd much prefer to simply start again i.e restore and start over and re-root etc.
If there is a simple way of removing CM 9 (all traces) i'll be happy not to restore.
*please go easy on me, I'm new to Android. Ex-iOS user.
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Just boot into recovery, wipe the device, and flash CM10. When in doubt, always wipe. and create a backup. That is a good idea too lol

Glad to see that you've been converted :beer::beer:
I'm not sure if it was updated, but when I flashed cm10 I got the cm9 boot animation,.. check the thread for the ROM and the changelogg.
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oshizzle1991 said:
When in doubt, always wipe.
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Same goes for when you're not sure if you're clean after dropping a log. I'm telling you, you can find the answer to all of life's questions on XDA!
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Jellybro CM10 uses the CM9 boot animation.
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Flash Stock ROM on Rooted Nexus 7

I have rooted and unlocked the bootloader of my N7 and installed cm10. Now I want to go back and reflash the Stock ROM. Can someone outline me the exact steps?
I've used the Nexus 7 Toolkit and selected option 9 to flash the Stock ROM but it didnt work..
binarydrummer said:
I have rooted and unlocked the bootloader of my N7 and installed cm10. Now I want to go back and reflash the Stock ROM. Can someone outline me the exact steps?
I've used the Nexus 7 Toolkit and selected option 9 to flash the Stock ROM but it didnt work..
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Use the Toolkit, option 9
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29637670
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heyodee said:
Use the Toolkit, option 9
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=29637670
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I just used Nexus Root Toolkit instead and it worked. I selected the option: "flash stock and unroot". So I am guessing that I went back to stock JB 4.1.1 and the only thing needed is to root using the same tool?
I'm in a similar situation, but I rooted/unlocked manually on a MAC.
Flashed to a ROM but would prefer to flash back to the original one.
pmgreen said:
I'm in a similar situation, but I rooted/unlocked manually on a MAC.
Flashed to a ROM but would prefer to flash back to the original one.
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+1
Guys. Take 5 minutes and learn some basic fast boot and adb commands. Then this kind of stuff will seem trivial.... Stop acting helpless and learn something here
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Pirateghost said:
Guys. Take 5 minutes and learn some basic fast boot and adb commands. Then this kind of stuff will seem trivial.... Stop acting helpless and learn something here
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus
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Your point is right, but the delivery is wrong. All of us were noobs at some point and asked questions that seemed trivial to the more experienced HUMANS in the community.
True, we should all look around the forums and read, but, that's not the way to answer to people looking to incur into the flashng, dev, modding community.
Just saying, no offense meant.

[Q] Is the NEXUS 10 TOOLKIT V1.3.0 working?

Hello. Just received my Nexus 10 and really want to root, although pretty scared in case of bricking my device. Can anyone tell me if the current version of the [NEXUS 10 TOOLKIT V1.3.0] is working FULLY? I see posts on the actual thread containing the toolkit that peoples devices wont boot fully, but also people saying their thanks as it has worked for them. I cannot post in that thread due to having no post count.
Also, when I open up the Toolkit it asks me what build I am using, which is 4.2.1, but the only build displayed is 4.2.0 (not my build), so how do I get around this and tell the toolkit my build is 4.2.1.
Thanks
It got me into a boot loop after unlocking the device, had to go into the custom recovery to fix it. Make sure you read the instructions given by the developer on the first page before using the tool kit. Same with choosing the build, check about phone in settings and then see what build you have before chosing your os.
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Hey thanks for the info, well I was about to use it but like I said after opening the toolkit and having my device connected it only displayed the build 4.2.0 but my build is 4.2.1, is the toolkit only available for 4.2.0 or how do I select my build (4.2.1) , thanks
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I personally used this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2025268
Was fast and painless. So far working great.
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I did take a look at that but what are the requirements to use it? As it doesn't say on the thread. My nexus is fully stock apart from the 4.2.1 update. Thanks again for the reply
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Just select the 4.2.0 build even though you have 4.2.1. It worked great for me. It says somewhere in the post that you can use the 4.2.0 for 4.2.x builds.
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Oh well I guess il try it then. So for you it was as simple as following the instructions on the toolkit? I'm extremely paranoid of bricking my device
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That is the toolkit I used and it worked fine. I felt comfortable with it because it is the same guy I used the toolkit from on my Galaxy Nexus. I didnt read any instructions since I already know how to use it and had no problems. I wasnt even aware of any "special requirements"
Hmmm I may be wrong but I thought the boot loader needed unlocking for that one ?
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TomAshcroft said:
Hmmm I may be wrong but I thought the boot loader needed unlocking for that one ?
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I used the toolkit on my nexus 10 after i upgraded it to 4.2.1 Just selected the do everything option and followed the directions. Worked like a champ.
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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TomAshcroft said:
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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I haven't done it yet because there hasn't been an update since I rooted but there is an app called OTA Rootkeeper that is supposed to allow you to take ota updated and maintain root.
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TomAshcroft said:
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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Not sure how it works on Nexus 10 as I am yet to receive mine but on Nexus 7 even after rooting the device using Mskip's toolkit I am able to receive OTA updates without any issues.
Being the same developer and similar toolkit I think it should work.
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TomAshcroft said:
Thanks for all the replies, I decided to go ahead and root, and all went fine. One more question, when a system update becomes available, through my notifications can I go ahead and do it?
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To receive OTA updates you must have a locked bootloader and stock recovery. Doesnt matter what much though since if you want an update to whatever OTA comes out, someone ALWAYS compiles a 100% stock rooted ROM based on whatever latest OTA has just come out. Usually it is on the very same day as the official OTA too
But I still recommend a custom ROM. Craig's AOSP+ is basically the stock ROM but comes with many fixes for things broken on just running stock, and increases compatibility with external devices.
I could use some help on how to utilize my donation code. I have scanned the thread very well and cannot find out how to use the code after donation. I am a non posting donator to many forums and threads. Successfully modified dozens of devices. This is the first one I am to excited to work the bugs out myself. I have the 4.2.1 update, got it unlocked but, cannot get any further. The tool just keeps stopping. It obviously works, I am just missing something that is probably really simple. I would also like the functionality of the donator options. Any help would be greatly appreciated.........................Just found donator portal. Still stuck after unlocked bootloader.
I myself cannot find the donor portal, I am going crazy trying to find it. Can someone please tell me where it is? This is my first time rooting a device. Thanks
Mike
Toolkit works well. I got to eager and forgot to terminate ADB. I opened my task mgr. on windows and felt like a real boob, had like 20 cmd windows open. Still having a heck of a time accessing donator tools. Put in code from main menu #26. But, no updates to the kit. Nexus 10 + x-mas = no sleep.

[Q] Help a complete noob flash Nex 7 please ;)

HI All,
Long time lurker
I get a bit overwhelmed with rooting / flashing and such but yesterday i received my RMA Nexus 4 and decided to give it a crack as it was a fresh start.
Used CF-Root on my Nexus 4, then i flashed Paranoid Android (v3) using Rom Manager (both excellent bits of software and really easy to use) i was so impressed with Paranoid Android (love the tablet mode) so decided to give it a go on my Nexus 7
Used CF-Root again and unlocked boot loader and rooted ok, installed Rom Manger and booted to recovery but it gave me errors when i attempted to load Paranoid Android so i exited and now back just stock software.
I used the same ROM for Paranoid Android that i used for the Nexus 4, i wasn't able to fine a specific build for the Nexus 7 so assumed that they use the same ROM? i now think i was wrong but cant find a specific ROM for my Nexus 7
Would someone be kind enough to tell me if i do need a different build for the Nexus 7 and also if i need a different GAAPS download?
Thanks in advance and sorry if this has been posted before, so much conflicting information and out of date links around the web, i just wanted to be sure.
Cheers
Steve
nexussteve said:
HI All,
Long time lurker
I get a bit overwhelmed with rooting / flashing and such but yesterday i received my RMA Nexus 4 and decided to give it a crack as it was a fresh start.
Used CF-Root on my Nexus 4, then i flashed Paranoid Android (v3) using Rom Manager (both excellent bits of software and really easy to use) i was so impressed with Paranoid Android (love the tablet mode) so decided to give it a go on my Nexus 7
Used CF-Root again and unlocked boot loader and rooted ok, installed Rom Manger and booted to recovery but it gave me errors when i attempted to load Paranoid Android so i exited and now back just stock software.
I used the same ROM for Paranoid Android that i used for the Nexus 4, i wasn't able to fine a specific build for the Nexus 7 so assumed that they use the same ROM? i now think i was wrong but cant find a specific ROM for my Nexus 7
Would someone be kind enough to tell me if i do need a different build for the Nexus 7 and also if i need a different GAAPS download?
Thanks in advance and sorry if this has been posted before, so much conflicting information and out of date links around the web, i just wanted to be sure.
Cheers
Steve
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All I did when I got my Nexus 7 was downloaded the Toolkit http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1809195
Use that and run the "All-in-One" unlock,recovery,root,busybox etc.
Note: Technically all you really needed was a custom recovery to stick and you can flash a custom rom, but I like to run the All-In-One just in case.
As for the rom, you should not flash another device's rom. Only use the one designated for your specific device. Flashing another device's will likely brick/bootloop your current device.
To make things easier, think of it like this:
Custom Roms likely already have root privileges, so flashing them automatically gives u root access. In order to flash a custom rom, you simply need a recovery like CWM or TWRP. You can achieve that however you like, but the Toolkit is easiest in my opinion.
When you flash a rom, read the requirements on the thread. It should be as easy as wiping Cache/Dalvik/Data, Flash Rom, Flash GAPPS, Flash Kernel if you want to, Flash Multi DPI Play Store if you change dpi of your apps, then reboot.
Paranoid android thread of nexus 7 is HERE, ROM is available for both grouper and tilapia.
+1 on aria807. Nexus toolkit is great for beginners and is very error proof. I've since moved onto fastboot and abd command line, but I still use the tool kit to restore to stock because its fast and easy. Damn program even downloads the images for you.
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For a second I thought you're on crack trying to flash a Sony NEX 7...
Beamed from my Grouper

I'm losing faith in this tablet, Unlocking, Rooting, and Custom Rom = Ready 2 Give Up

I had a Nook Color, I rooted it and added CyanogenMod w/ Gapps and everything was great. Upgraded to a Transformer TF300T last X-Mas and enjoyed the tablet. After incredible slowdown and unbearable lag I really haven't used it much for anything in the last 6 months. Decided to pick it up and Root it and make it usable again.
Over the last 3 days I've been struggling greatly with this tablet. At first I was having trouble rooting it but that was because I was using my laptop which is windows 8.1 so I finally got it rooted on day 2 with TWRP. Then yesterday I was having a hard time getting it to load CyanogenMod but I determined it was the 2 versions. The 10.0 stable just sits at the Asus load screen and the most recent nightly just sits at the CyanogenMod home screen. After trying a few other nightlies I realized that I can get it to load CyanogenMod but now I can't get it to load any Gapps. There is a constant force close window that comes up and makes the tablet useless on most nightlies.
Then one nightly allowed the install but Google Play would just force close. Now I'm hearing about this other Custom Rom I could possible go with "CROMI-X" but a quick Google search and forum search just came up with more confusion.
Is there any way to just root this damn thing and put on a custom rom and have Google Play? I don't feel like I'm asking a whole lot. I know it's never going to be as easy as the Nook Color was but for christ sake, I'm not a novice. I can follow directions. It's like everything I look at is outdated or not compatible.
Please help, I'm slowly becoming suicidal because of this tablet.
And I figured it out, 10.2 = Android 4.3 whereas I was using a GAPPS.zip for 4.2 instead of 4.3 Hope that helps somebody.
What is so hard about loading chromi go to the thread in dev download the latest version when the wizard pops up select your model then select the options and finish you will have a stock asus Rom with extras. I'm running it fine.
First of all, DO NOT flash 4.2 rom on 4.1 bootloader or vice versa. Then flash correct gapps. 4.2 on 4.3 rom won't work. On OP thread there is always link to correct GAPPS. And since you're going from stock to modified ROM clean install (wipe cache, dalvik, data, format /system) is mandatory.
I didn't have single problem flashing tab so my only explanation is that you used wrong combination of ROM and GAPPS
1. What boot loader are you on? Wrong boot loader for a ROM = no good.
2. Did you wipe data + dalvik before you flashed CM?
3. Did you use the right gapps for your android version?
4. You did it wrong, don't blame the tablet
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DM725 said:
Please help, I'm slowly becoming suicidal because of this tablet.
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Easy bro. First of all, be patient and enjoy learning from mistakes. The android world is so big and there's a bunch of info on how to accomplish each task (root, unlock, flash, troubleshoot). So just be patient, read carefully, try to make yourself some time to understand what's wrong with the proecedure. Eventually you will get things fixed and you'll love your TF300T again. You have an awesome piece of hardware in your hands, it's just a matter of (again) patience. Just look at the DEV forum for this tablet, so may users, so many knowledgeable people willing to help, so many possibilities. Do NOT give up!
Checklist for rooting and ROMing the TF300
Unlocked bootloader? Sounds like you have done this
Custom recovery? You did this part...
If you were on the latest firmware from ASUS (which it sounds to me you are) you should be fine
If not follow instructions here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187982
CROMi-X for tf300 is here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2187982
one last thing...
ALWAYS ASK QUESTIONS
There are no stupid questions here
Poop
I edited my post before anybody had posted. Should have just deleted the thread but left it up thinking it might help somebody with a similar brain fart.
"And I figured it out, 10.2 = Android 4.3 whereas I was using a GAPPS.zip for 4.2 instead of 4.3 Hope that helps somebody."

[HELP] CyanogenMod 10.2 (4.3.1)

Hello,
I've been trying to look for help the past couple of hours and just can't seem to find any.. It is getting a bit frustrating.
I recently put CyanogenMod 10.2 on my Nexus 4 using the CyanogenMod Installer that was released a few days ago, as I was using my phone for the past couple of days I noticed that I would get a solid 4 hours of battery life using this ROM which is really frustrating...
I'm looking for a nice and simple (DETAILED) way of flashing back to stock android
or
Flashing a new custom ROM from one of the threads...
I hope someone out there will guide me to help me solve my issue since my phone is very important for me during work.
Well you probably have a recovery.
Power off the phone, then power on holding power+voldwn. You'll be in the bootloader, and use the volume keys to make the option on the box say recovery. Then hit power to confirm. Since you used the app you'll probably have ClockworkMod. If you do, good . Reboot and go on XDA via PC/ best method. Look for a nice Android ROM for the Nexus 4. I personally like Slim. Download it and the correct Google Apps for the Android Version. Slim has there own on there website. Or a quick Google for PA Gapps will find the medifire link. It's easy ass hell. You already did the hard part . Once recovery is one the phone and the bootloader is unlocked your good . Just download a to for the Nexus 4 via XDA and flash in recovery. Just always wipe if your changing ROMs. Youtube can also help .
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Georific said:
Hello,
I've been trying to look for help the past couple of hours and just can't seem to find any.. It is getting a bit frustrating.
I recently put CyanogenMod 10.2 on my Nexus 4 using the CyanogenMod Installer that was released a few days ago, as I was using my phone for the past couple of days I noticed that I would get a solid 4 hours of battery life using this ROM which is really frustrating...
I'm looking for a nice and simple (DETAILED) way of flashing back to stock android
or
Flashing a new custom ROM from one of the threads...
I hope someone out there will guide me to help me solve my issue since my phone is very important for me during work.
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Here's the official deodexed 4.4 kitkat rom .Backup, full wipe and install. Gapps included.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2010887
Or download this for 4.3 jellbean. JWRXXV
http://www.androidrootz.com/2013/07/stock-43-rom-for-nexus-4-rooted.html

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