Android x86
there are several developers working on this project there is a source for what they have so far, that said ill link in a sec. this is a tutoral of how ive managed to get this far in android x86 ive got most of root working on various builds let me state that i am using a acer aspire one 532h 2588! i am currently running RC2.1 by314
For root you must be on ext3 to get it working although it will still run in ntfs and you will be able to read windows usb drives ext3 you cant the con to ext3.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JfWb_h96_-Q&feature=youtu.be
YouTube how to
-Dev Links-
http://source.android.com/
http://code.google.com/p/android-x86/
http://tabletsx86.org/
http://www.android-x86.org/
http://android-x86.sceners.org/en/
http://www.android-x86.info/
http://www.ceh-photo.de/blog/the ones here work for more computers, just saying! http://www.ceh-photo.de/blog/?p=562 BETA 4
-Needed-
2g min usb for installation of iso
i used a external hdd, you can use a usb drive 4g min i would say, or you can install on os hdd but do not format it!
lili usb creator - http://www.linuxliveusb.com/en/home
minitool partion wizard - www.partitionwizard.com
-steps for live testing-
1) use lili usb creator to install the iso onto a 2g min usb
a) select the RIGHT usb drive lol
b) then select the iso that your going to test
c) i personally only have format the usb selected but you can install the other crap but i dont lol
d) click the lighting bolt to start click the oks lol
2) insert the usb with iso on it, to your laptop with it off
3) start the laptop into the boot options (f12 for me) select the usb with iso
4) click run live...
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TEST EVERYTHING YOU CAN, root hardly works here and no data is saved...
-steps for installation-
1) format your usb or hhd partion with minitool partion wizard to either ext3 (most root availible) or ntfs (for use with usb drive ?music?)
2) use lili usb creator to install the iso onto a 2g min usb
a) select the RIGHT usb drive lol
b) then select the iso that your going to use after tested for the best one
c) i personally only have format the usb selected but you can install the other crap but i dont lol
d) click the lighting bolt to start click the oks lol
3) turn your laptop insert the usb with the iso and the usb or external or even the internal if you want to do something crazy but you will format your windows or stock os! i use a external hdd as in my vid..
4) start your laptop enter your boot options (f12 for me) select the usb with the iso
5) select to install
a) select the partion that you set up earlier (if you dont see it detect devices ext3 = linux)
b) choose to format (i format to the format i set it for you dont have to...)
c) yes install grub (if installing to external you dont have to install grub but i do for debugging and to get to windows without unpluging)
d) yes install windows if your installing on a windows hdd
e) reboot (as soon as you see your bios you can remove your usb if your dont you will get error 17)
And now your running android ics on your laptop/netbook/pc
I didnt develop any of this! just trying to get it out there for others
thanks button is nice but not nessary
Acer Aspire One 532h Android x86 ICS RC2.1...
Nice tutorial, thanks!
MEHH lol i thought there wasnt a comment yet lol oh well i need to modify it
Acer Aspire One 532h Android x86 ICS RC2.1...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1973492
Android x86 tut
LOL awesome
XML
Nice man
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Awesome
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You should probably mention that the android x86 builds are generally limited in their hardware support.
lambstone said:
You should probably mention that the android x86 builds are generally limited in their hardware support.
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Thanks that's why I say test before you install it. The link with green next to it is Chris's blog his runs on more than the rest
Fascinating AOKP Jelly Bean Milestone 1 Devil 1.8.1...
I am confused.
I'm trying to download LiLi. I click on the download link here but it takes me here. Clicking the "Download LinuxLive USB Creator" in the second link takes me back to the first.
Am I not clicking the correct link?
Will this be Mac capable? Also, I am running Intel Centrino2, no support for us?
I am writing this from Andorid on my laptop.
Very cool.
sebouh00 said:
I am confused.
I'm trying to download LiLi. I click on the download link here but it takes me here. Clicking the "Download LinuxLive USB Creator" in the second link takes me back to the first.
Am I not clicking the correct link?
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Yes you are
BlueEditionE6 said:
Will this be Mac capable? Also, I am running Intel Centrino2, no support for us?
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On that I have no idea I'm trying to get as many developers as I can to help out I'm about to try to compile a newer version if I can get my PC you repo everything it lost net last night and can't get it to restart or catch up idk what to do
Try beta 4 its your best bet
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Thank you so much for this guide and these links, i have installed android on my dell laptop and its working perfect, haven't tested everything but everything i have tested so far seems to work great.
Nice job! Got it running on my laptop just fine. I wonder if it will work on my desktop?
shelby04861 said:
Nice job! Got it running on my laptop just fine. I wonder if it will work on my desktop?
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Beta 4 runs on my amd Asus machine but my wifi adapter doesnt. can anyone help me compile a recovery for computers
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The WiFi is kinda weird but I haven't really looked into it too deep. It will not connect to my home WiFi network but it will to my neighbors and my cell phone. Go figure. I have been trying out different iso images from the many downloads but I can't fins one yet that will boot on my old dell dimensions 2400 desktop. One of the error messages that pops up is for the computer model check and of course it fails, among other things. If anyone knows of a download for an iso that will work on at least dell desktop computers, let me know.
If it's broken...beat it into submission until it works!
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Android x86
there are several developers working on this project there is a source for what they have so far, that said ill link in a sec. this is a tutoral of how ive managed to get this far in android x86 ive got most of root working on various builds let me state that i am using a acer aspire one 532h 2588! i am currently running RC2.1 by314
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NEED HELP
I installed in the 5gb ext3 partition i created for the ICS, installed grub. But when I try to run it after installation, i end up with a static screen,
ok, linking youtube video doesnt work for me as well, so heres the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfH2zDcX0kA
anyone can help?
Also, it screwed up my Win7, wont allow me to boot, when i try to recover the Win7, the reboot process kept getting interrupted by GRUB, anyone can help me with that? Now I am without a computer.
Blue
Thanks for sharing Android x86 tutorial for every android developers for better solution. I appreciate your way.
BlueEditionE6 said:
NEED HELP
I installed in the 5gb ext3 partition i created for the ICS, installed grub. But when I try to run it after installation, i end up with a static screen,
ok, linking youtube video doesnt work for me as well, so heres the link http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dfH2zDcX0kA
anyone can help?
Also, it screwed up my Win7, wont allow me to boot, when i try to recover the Win7, the reboot process kept getting interrupted by GRUB, anyone can help me with that? Now I am without a computer.
Blue
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Try booting a Win7 Setup DVD, then hit repair and proceed with following what shows your on screen.
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Try booting a Win7 Setup DVD, then hit repair and proceed with following what shows your on screen.
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It wont let me repair, since repair requires reboot, but then GRUB kicks in everytime i reboot, therefore stuck. I popped in the cd and reinstalled Windows.... but lost every program,
this is a bit off topic, but how can i restore everything from my old win7 to my new win7? I tried using the comand prompt in the recovery page, but the programs are still missing, tried just copy and pasting from windows.old folder to current windows folder, no luck.
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How to get working ADB-- The Expedient method
Since the release of the mtd ROMS the importance of being able to use ADB has greatly increased. This guide is designed to produce a working adb evironment in windows. It is designed be as simple as possible and to avoid command line as much as possible. This guide is not targeted towards advanced users who can set up a working adb environment on their own. If you can setup adb from Google's packages, please avert your eyes and read no further -- this guide will only bring out the elitist snob in you.
If you are still with me you have likely tried to set up adb and failed. Perhaps you have a bootloop in an mtd (cm7, miui, OMFGB) ROM and are trying to avoid losing everything with an Odin flash. Perhaps you are trying to troubleshoot in another way. Regardless, this guide will get you going.
Step 1: Install USB drivers.
A) If you are using a Touchwiz based ROM (COMROM, Evil Fascinate) you will need the Samsung Fascinate driver.
B) If you are using a MTD based ROM (ICS, CM7, MIUI, OMFGB) you will need to use the Nexus S drivers.
Step 2: After you install the appropriate driver, put your Fascinate into Debugging Mode by:
Gingerbread: Settings->Applications->Development then checking Debugging Mode.
ICS: debugging mode is found System Setting>Developer Options>USB Debugging.
Step 3: Connect your phone to your computer and open up Device Manager.
Step 4: DON'T SKIP THIS STEP. You will see Fascinate/Nexus S with possibly an exclamation mark, just double-click on it, Update Driver->Browse my computer for driver software->ADB Interface then choose Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd, then choose Samsung Android ADB Device.
Step 5: Download and install Droid Explorer. Please select the appropriate build for your PC architecture. Be sure to select "Set up the Android SDK For Me" during the setup.
Step 6: Launch Droid Explorer and select your phone.
To send ADB commands click the button in the red box in the image below.
To view logcats click the button in the blue box below.
Step 7: How to use Droid Explorer
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Troubleshooting example:
You are on AOKP and set a bad overclock as boot settings. 3-fingering is a no-no and you get frozen during boot or a bootloop before entering the OS and therefore can't reach recovery. To get into recovery click the button in the red rectangle. Then type "reboot recovery" at any time during the phone boot process and press enter. Your phone should reboot and you should end up in recovery. Success!
I have a fully Functional adb, android skd, java, eclipse, all the stuff needed for a proper build environment, and I still use Droid explorer and Android Commander, for some things. Once you get used to these programs they are very useful especially for a simple app swap or adding an app to your system file. Good of you to share the process with others.
Nice guide, would have been easier than setting up a full adb environment on my work pc in addition to my home pc. Where was this 6 months ago?
Dude thank you so much for that nexus driver. I have not been able to get my ADB to work until now with that driver. Every other one I got wouldn't work and no one really could help me. Just kept saying install driver. Now ADB finally works. The Droid Explorer program is pretty cool too. Thanks very much!!
I've edited the guide a bit to make it easier to follow. This should be the final version of it unless someone has an issue or suggestion. I'm glad this has helped some folks and I hope it will continue to do so.
ok somethings wrong because i have followed every freaking guide there is including the wiki for cyanogenmod and this one and adb is still "not a valid command" or whatever in the command prompt......freaking hell
**now all of a sudden it's kinda working, if i choose reboot into recovery from the application it just reboots the phone, not into recovery.....and if i choose the log icon it says it cant connect to device even though the device is clearly shown as connected in the main screen......sheesh
THANK YOU MAKE THIS STICKY NOW OR I WILL PUNCH BABIES
Have went through the process three times all with the same result. Explorer doesn't see my phone. Any ideas?
Using the Nexus drivers (running CM7)
Drivers installed properly.
Using the 64 bit explorer (running Windows 7)
debugging checked
Just passing along a thanks for this guide in a world where OC/UV is so easy to screw up.
sfobrien said:
Have went through the process three times all with the same result. Explorer doesn't see my phone. Any ideas?
Using the Nexus drivers (running CM7)
Drivers installed properly.
Using the 64 bit explorer (running Windows 7)
debugging checked
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During the DroidExplorer setup process did you tell it to "setup adroid sdk environment for me"? It should have been a blue link.
bobloblaw1 said:
During the DroidExplorer setup process did you tell it to "setup adroid sdk environment for me"? It should have been a blue link.
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Yes and it appeared to install correctly.
+1 for sticky
sfobrien said:
Have went through the process three times all with the same result. Explorer doesn't see my phone. Any ideas?
Using the Nexus drivers (running CM7)
Drivers installed properly.
Using the 64 bit explorer (running Windows 7)
debugging checked
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I have a different but similar issue. It sees my device when connected and disconnected but I can't do anything. If I choose reboot it rebooted. If I choose reboot recovery it just rebooted, no recovery. I can see the devices tree directory but if I try to access any of them I get an error. Also if I click the logcat button it opens the terminal window but has an error, says it can't connect or something. If I click on the terminal button it opens the terminal but no commands are recognized. But when I connect and disconnect my device it shows up and in device manager there are no errors.
Hmm are you sure that the USB cable you are using is still good? will it mount for data transfer?
Also, this generally shouldn't be necessary but it is possible that something is messed up in your PC USB install. At one point I had to clear off and reinstall all of my USB drivers. Everything worked fine after the drivers reinstalled.
There's a lot of places where errors come in. I'd like to try and figure out your guys' problem(s) so that I can update the guide and potentially save other people some time.
I just set up adb on my arch linux box, I think it was easier to set up this vs windows.
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allcity187 said:
I just set up adb on my arch linux box, I think it was easier to set up this vs windows.
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Probably. But that requires you to have a linux box setup and handy; which many people do not have.
Well you can always dual boot your computer. I have windows 7 and arch linux set up. I'm usually on linux but I still have software that I use on windows, so that's why I kept it.
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bobloblaw1 said:
Hmm are you sure that the USB cable you are using is still good? will it mount for data transfer?
Also, this generally shouldn't be necessary but it is possible that something is messed up in your PC USB install. At one point I had to clear off and reinstall all of my USB drivers. Everything worked fine after the drivers reinstalled.
There's a lot of places where errors come in. I'd like to try and figure out your guys' problem(s) so that I can update the guide and potentially save other people some time.
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My USB cable is fine. Went back uninstalled the drivers and explorer. Downloaded fresh copies of both and same thing????
Giving up for now. In the event of a crash I can Odin back,rebuild,restore apps, etc. in about an hour. Less time than I have spent trying to get this to work! LOL. For now I'm back on the stock CM7 kernel and not doing any tweaking that might cause a crash. All is good thanks guys.
sfobrien: Sorry I couldn't get thisto work for you.
jamesandmandy: Did you ever flash anything in red recovery? Are you able to get into blue recovery by the normal method? Your issue sounds like something on the phone recovery end if You are able to send commands to it successfully over adb.
bobloblaw1 said:
sfobrien: Sorry I couldn't get thisto work for you. /QUOTE]
Hey no problem. I think it is some kind of glitch between Windows 7 and the explorer program. CM7 is an awesome upgrade so no complaints here.
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Thanks for this. I've always avoided adb because it seemed to complicated to setup/learn. I'm up and running.
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i spent three nights getting up at 3 am to download the full 3.3 gb download iso for windows 8. i have an 8gb flash drive I'm trying to install it on. I've tried the window install usb/ dvd installer and when i pick the iso, then format the flasdrive. it says it can't do it.. .... help me please? and i tried just putting iso on flasdrive and booting from flasdrive but when i try it it pods up a blank cmd prompt then boots window 7. i want to try out windows 8
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someone. ....? help
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moparfreak426 said:
i spent three nights getting up at 3 am to download the full 3.3 gb download iso for windows 8. i have an 8gb flash drive I'm trying to install it on. I've tried the window install usb/ dvd installer and when i pick the iso, then format the flasdrive. it says it can't do it.. .... help me please? and i tried just putting iso on flasdrive and booting from flasdrive but when i try it it pods up a blank cmd prompt then boots window 7. i want to try out windows 8
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does it give any reason for it not wanting to do it?
You cant just dump an ISO on a flash drive and expect it to work, you need to make a bootable flash drive FROM the ISO that's slightly more complicated but wont really help you anyway as that wouldn't set it up.
first you'll need to make the USB bootable then extract the iso file in it
and use the same steps with widows 7, you'll need to format the drive with
NTFS file system
take a look here it will help
http://www.intowindows.com/how-to-install-windows-7vista-from-usb-drive-detailed-100-working-guide/
ahmad.afef said:
first you'll need to make the USB bootable then extract the iso file in it
and use the same steps with widows 7, you'll need to format the drive with
NTFS file system
take a look here it will help
http://www.intowindows.com/how-to-install-windows-7vista-from-usb-drive-detailed-100-working-guide/
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cool but i don't have the dvd our cd. i have downloaded iso.... ago such after formatting.. ... what do i do now?
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use ultraiso to extract the iso file so you can copy them to the USB
and here is a link for the boot folder if you don't have it
in step 4:
replace the command "FORMAT FS=NTFS" with "FORMAT FS=NTFS QUICK"
in step 5:
open the folder i attached and open CMD there then proceed to step 7
here is the folder:
http://www.mediafire.com/?c31w5f9ant176y1
ahmad.afef said:
use ultraiso to extract the iso file so you can copy them to the USB
and here is a link for the boot folder if you don't have it
in step 4:
replace the command "FORMAT FS=NTFS" with "FORMAT FS=NTFS QUICK"
in step 5:
open the folder i attached and open CMD there then proceed to step 7
here is the folder:
http://www.mediafire.com/?c31w5f9ant176y1
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wow thank you. i clicked first link in your reply and got that download but trying to get the folder. .... on my phone( no internet on laptop. wifi tether unbearably slow.... and the mediafire link where folder is doesn't download anything just pulls up blank page
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says bootsect.exe nt60 g:is not an internal or external command. would take screen shot but dont have anything to paste screen shot to save it....... and on phone xda app doesnt let me post pics either :/........ y is this so complex but yet i know its simple.... downloaded both files and extracted stuff from the boot folder.... just dont know what to do.....
As I said, what did the official program on the win 8 ISO say when you ran it, you said it couldnt do it, was that all it said? It won't fail for no reason
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if you havent extract the iso you may mount it like this:
right click on the file --> Ultraiso --> Mount to drive X:
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after mounting it go to my computer and you'll see it there
and as you can see from the previously pic there is 2 important drives for us
1- CD Drive (F GRMCHPXFRER_EN_DVD --> the name will be deferent for you
2- Removable Disk (G
the first is the and the 2nd is the USB
when finish with step 4 in the tutorial
go to the boot folder and in the addres bar delete every thing and write CMD
then hit enter
now the CMD window will open
and write this is it:
bootsect /nt60 G:
where G: is your drive
if you still can't do it just visit my profile from here, find my Email, add me and well do it together
ahmad.afef said:
if you still can't do it just visit my profile from here, find my Email, add me and well do it together
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thank you! this send idiot proof and i will do this right after work this evening
#ICS-lessMotorolaElectrify, ThanksMotorolaForYourIgnorance
moparfreak426 said:
thank you! this send idiot proof and i will do this right after work this evening
#ICS-lessMotorolaElectrify, ThanksMotorolaForYourIgnorance
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i really didn't understand the phrase
and nop there is no "idiot" in learning
no one knows every thing
ahmad.afef said:
i really didn't understand the phrase
and nop there is no "idiot" in learning
no one knows every thing
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he means your guide is idiot proof. meaning even a complete numpty can follow it, its not an insult, think of it like the "dummys guide to ...." books
thank you for the explanation
ahmad.afef said:
i really didn't understand the phrase
and nop there is no "idiot" in learning
no one knows every thing
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i meant to say this looks seems idiot proof yes a compliment. thank you! seriously.....appearently i am beyond idiot.... last step typing bootsect /nt60 G: is not recognized as internal or external command.....
#ICS-lessMotorolaElectrify, ThanksMotorolaForYourIgnorance
you are very welcome
i hope it worked fine with you
ahmad.afef said:
you are very welcome
i hope it worked fine with you
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it didnt. i emailed u.....
#ICS-lessMotorolaElectrify, ThanksMotorolaForYourIgnorance
yah i saw the mail and reply it
I personally use WinUSB, a free program that can take MANY different types of files, and copy them to a usb, which it then make bootable. Here's a link to the download site: http://sourceforge.net/projects/winusb/files/latest/download
Also, I reccomend installing it as a second os. This is a better option, because I'm assuming you simply want to check it out. Just partition your hard drive (Extreamly easy, and hundreds of guides online as to how), turn off your computer, insert the boot media, start up, go into the boot device setting (Usually F12, but can occassionally varry, also may have to be manually made as an option, but adjusting BIOS settings by taping F2). If done properly, a WIndows 8 installation guide with start, agree to the terms, enter the license key, and choose which partition to install it on (Make sure it's the one you choose for this, some you don't erase any data and/or your OS). Then just follow the rest of the set-up instructions, and your good to go.
This strategy also works for trying to install any other OS (Such as you wanting to give Linux a try).
This is also good, because if Windows 8 encounters any errors, it won't affect Win7 or any data stored on the Win7 partition.
Hope this helps!
SwimSwim said:
I personally use WinUSB, a free program that can take MANY different types of files, and copy them to a usb, which it then make bootable. Here's a link to the download site: http://sourceforge.net/projects/winusb/files/latest/download
Also, I reccomend installing it as a second os. This is a better option, because I'm assuming you simply want to check it out. Just partition your hard drive (Extreamly easy, and hundreds of guides online as to how), turn off your computer, insert the boot media, start up, go into the boot device setting (Usually F12, but can occassionally varry, also may have to be manually made as an option, but adjusting BIOS settings by taping F2). If done properly, a WIndows 8 installation guide with start, agree to the terms, enter the license key, and choose which partition to install it on (Make sure it's the one you choose for this, some you don't erase any data and/or your OS). Then just follow the rest of the set-up instructions, and your good to go.
This strategy also works for trying to install any other OS (Such as you wanting to give Linux a try).
This is also good, because if Windows 8 encounters any errors, it won't affect Win7 or any data stored on the Win7 partition.
Hope this helps!
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ahmad.afef told me that u can't install linux with windows Ashley on. you'd have to install Linux then windows cuz endured won't let you. .... i think. ... not sure. I'll have to ask him
#ICS-lessMotorolaElectrify, ThanksMotorolaForYourIgnorance
Hi community,
I own a Toshiba Encore 8 and I am very happy with this machine, as it has a very powerful GPU. It runs games better than my notebook which has a Intel Core i5 (CPU)...
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Since a long time ago I am searching for a way to run Android on it, because I want it mainly for gaming, and not work.
And before you post something like: "Put Bluestacks on it", here's my answer: Bluestacks EMULATES Android and so it runs slower than normal and it eats a huge amount of battery in a short period of time. And beside that, it doesn't want to go in fullscreen on my tablet. So please, don't post that.
I have found on the Internet, that the tablet IS capable of running android (In x86 mode)...
The tablet has an Inte Atom processor and therefore are much images on the Intel Website that I could download (https://01.org/android-ia/downloads). That's not the problem.
The problem is that when I flash a image to a stick, it won't recognize it when in UEFI BIOS.
I have tried many many sticks and external drives and no one worked. 4GB (3x), 8GB, 32GB (2x), 500GB, 1TB....
I also have tried many programs to flash those images and normal ISO files, like RUFUS, YUMI, WIN32IMAGER, UNETBOOTIN, etc...
(I've tried DD-Images from Android, X86 Android ISO Images, Ubuntu 14....)
The problem is that when I turn on the tablet and hold VOL+UP + PWR, it doesn't recognize the stick at all. When I select the stick (that has a empty description), it normally boots Windows 8.
I already have disabled Secure Boot, I already have toggled EHCI and XHCI mode, I already have turned BitLocker off, I already have upgraded the BIOS... Nothing helps...
Aaand, I already tried in Windows to select to boot from a drive... It restarts the machine, pops a UEFI message up saying that there are no drives and then it boots Widnwos 8...
Here are some pics of the problem:
Any solution will be very greatly appreciated. I'm sure that I am not the unique that want to put Android on that machine
Thanks in advance
I have the same tablet (WT8-A-102). I have tried many images from Android-X86 and have not had any problems to boot them from USB. You must use an UEFI image to be able to boot from USB. I have used different USB sticks and usually Rufus to create a UFEI bootable USB stick.
Most of the images I have tried (both Android 4 and Android 5) boot correctly but dont have support for WiFi and only shows image on external monitor. The image for T100 works best for me with image on tablet, sound, touch etc working but WiFi and physcal buttons are not working.
I have also tried AmiDUOS on the Encore. It emulates Android but is quite fast. The amout of free memory is a limitation with this solution.
dan_dv said:
not had any problems to boot them from USB.
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How have you done this? I will greatly appreciate any instructions
I have already tried to toggle between GPT/MBR layout on Rufus and it won't recognize.
It would be very cool, if you could say which image on which site to download and which configurations that I should use on Rufus.
Thanks
I compared your screenshots with my Encore.
Boot menu Picture: If I don´t have an USB stick or an USB stick that is not UEFI bootable, my Encore looks like your screenshot. If I have an UEFI bootable USB stick, it will display name after (USB Memory: KingstonData Traveler 2.0).
BIOS settings Picture: Identical (I also have turned BitLocker off but I dont know if it is necessary.
Software that I have used to make bootable USB sticks:
sourceforge.net/projects/win32diskimager
I use version 0.9.5 for writing .IMG files to USB stick. No settings, just select image file, USB stick and write.
rufus.akeo.ie
I used Version 1.4.12 (Build 535) to write .ISO files to USB stick. Settings are "MBR for BIOS or UEFI", "FAT32", "4096".
I think the best image for Encore is the one for Asus T100 "android-x86-t100.img" from Android-X86 discussion group. Most of the images work, like "android-x86-4.4-r2.iso" but after boot, the image is sent to external monitor.
I have NOT found any image with working WiFi in Android yet, if anyone knows one, please post a link.
The images that you download must be 32 bit UEFI to be bootable on the Encore.
(New to this board and not allowed to post links yet).
dan_dv said:
I have NOT found any image with working WiFi in Android yet, if anyone knows one, please post a link.
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If this works, I will compile my own Android Image to work with Wi-Fi... And, of course, post a link here (If it worked)
(I already have done stuff like this before...)
I will try with this instruction that you gave me. If it works, I will post here more detailed instructions (with printscreens)...
PS: I have just seen that you are freshly new in the forum. Welcome to XDA
Hi,
I have tried to put that IMG File with Win32DiskImager and IT WORKED! ( Thanks )
But, it won't boot complete...
Here some images what happened:
And then, the screen went black... And nothing happens.... nothing at all....
Have you found a image that runs the image on the internal dispay? If yes, which?
It might have the same issue Venue 8 Pros have. KMS doesn't initialize properly if it's not booted through the boot menu (if it is, GRUB will be run at the wrong resolution, and KMS is then fine).
I'm reading some (complex) tutorials to discover how to build a own Android Image based on a existing one...
First I am trying to find the image that works best for that tablet, after that I will try to modify the image...
If anyone already know which image works best, let me know... (Maybe T100?)
EDIT: I already have "disassembled" the squashfs in the img...
Wish me luck now
EDIT2: Seems that I am looking on the wrong side. Maybe @AntaresOne can help me.... Maybe...... Or just point me in the right direction....
I think the problems with no output on screen is related to the display driver. I get the same with many images (they boot and show text based information). When they switch to graphical information (the Android logo) the screen turns black. If you have an external monitor attached to your Encore (connected before you boot the USB stick), you will see Android boot and can control it from touchscreen (dfficult) or with keyboard/mouse in full HD (if your monitor supports it).
I think Asus T100 also have the option for external display and the image found here will display on Encore screen:
groups.google.com/forum/#!topic/android-x86/FUiFCtrgc6I
docs.google.com/a/android-x86.org/file/d/0B5bbP1aYGPSTTTJtTjB5UWNCd3M/edit?usp=drive_web
Alternate, search for "An update image for ASUS T100" on Android-X86 diskussion group.
I have no Linux knowledge so I have not compiled or modifyed anything, just tried images other made.
@AntaresOne doesn't want to help (He was online since the last days and I believe that he have seen this thread). He is a great guy, but I don't know why he doesn't want to help....
But anyway, I think I must post other thread in the Android Section... I can't resolve this by myself.
Fusseldieb said:
@AntaresOne doesn't want to help (He was online since the last days and I believe that he have seen this thread). He is a great guy, but I don't know why he doesn't want to help....
But anyway, I think I must post other thread in the Android Section... I can't resolve this by myself.
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Hi Fusseldieb, I didn't check xda notifications ><"
I can surely help you, PM me when you're ready
Inviato dal mio GT-I9505
Interested in how this works out, also have an encore 2
Hey! Have any news?
Many Baytrail builds at android-x86.org works with Toshiba Encore (I have WT8-A version) but not 100%. An example is "Asus T100-TA Magic Stick" (check the "win-8-development" in this forum). On most builds I have tried, the WiFi is not working. With the "Magic Stick" version on the Encore, you can use WiFi (and all apps I have tested works fine). The problem with "Magic Stick" on the Encore is that the image is sent to external display (you have to have an external monitor attached to HDMI on the Encore). There are builds that work with internal display but I have not found one build that have both internal display and working WiFi on the Encore.
dan_dv said:
Many Baytrail builds at android-x86.org works with Toshiba Encore (I have WT8-A version) but not 100%. An example is "Asus T100-TA Magic Stick" (check the "win-8-development" in this forum). On most builds I have tried, the WiFi is not working. With the "Magic Stick" version on the Encore, you can use WiFi (and all apps I have tested works fine). The problem with "Magic Stick" on the Encore is that the image is sent to external display (you have to have an external monitor attached to HDMI on the Encore). There are builds that work with internal display but I have not found one build that have both internal display and working WiFi on the Encore.
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Could you tell me which build is working on INTERNAL display?
THis one from android x86 project working only with external.
Guys - any updates/progress with this project?
Hi, I am also interested in this project. Have the OP been successful with the WIFI molding stuff?
tkgcmt said:
Hi, I am also interested in this project. Have the OP been successful with the WIFI molding stuff?
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No, sadly I couldn't find a image with all drivers. Anyone interested should build a image for this tablet. I already lost my faith on putting android on this.
I use the latest Android-x86 4.4-r5 (KitKat-x86) from Android from "www.android-x86.org".
WiFi, sound, graphics etc works. I have not tried Bluetooth (I use keyboard/mouse with USB hub) and some hardware buttons do not work (you have to control volume from "settings"). It is fast and stable and all apps I have tested worked fine.
There is one big problem with this build (and many other):
Your Encore must have an external display connected to HDMI port (I guess external display is default and I dont know how to change it). Maybe some parameter in grub?
There are other Android builds that work with Encore internal display but the ones I tried did not have working WiFi.
Hi! I have the same tablet and I want to install Android on it, Android 6.0.1 to be more specific. I tried the live version, but the image was transferred to an external monitor and the Wireless card wasn't recognized. Will it do any differece if I would install Android and not just try a live version?
I found that it's very strange that there's no thread on XDA for this superb popular tablet.
This tablet is the most talked about among the Chinese, Vietnamese and Japanese tech nerd because of it cheap price.
It's the cheapest Windows Tablet at USD70 shipped to whole world, and USD48 factory price.
Official site:
http://en.ployer.cn/product-details-66.html
Spec:
Display:
7 inch (16:9) IPS or TN screen, Resolution: 1024*600
Capacitive touch panel, supports 5 points multi-touch
CPU:
Quad-core Intel Atom Bay Trail Z3735G, Speed: up to 1.83GHz
RAM & Memory:
1G RAM, Built-in 16GB Memory
Supports external Micro-SD card, 32GB Max
System:
Microsoft Windows 8.1 with Bing
Wireless & Network:
Wi-Fi: Built-in Wi-Fi Module, IEEE 802.11b/g/n
3G: Supports external USB 3G Dongle
Camera:
Front camera: 0.3 MP
Videos:
Supports 1080P Video
Battery:
2,500 mAh
Picture (Windows 10 in making):
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More pictures: https://www.google.com/search?q=mom...ChMI2ZXqhrSHxwIVDAOOCh3Ipgbw&biw=1366&bih=602
My goal here is to totally clean the 16GB emmc and clean / fresh install it with Windows 10 Home with compression to save space.
I will post my progress on the second post (SUCCESS!).
If any of you guys have this tablet and wanna try, I have attached the working drivers for this tablet that you can download below
Steps to repeat what I've accomplished:
- Charge full the tablet.
- Full reset existing Windows 8.1 with Bing x86
- Connect to internet, make sure the tablet is activated.
- Charge full the tablet again.
- While connected to the internet, do an in-place upgrade of it's existing Windows 8.1 with Bing x86 to Windows 10 Home x86 (from an iso in a thumbdrive) (This step is important! It make sure your Windows stay activated)
- Make sure all hardware is working and have correct driver and Windows 10 is activated
(connected standby seems not working very well)
- Charge full the tablet again.
- Insert Thumbdrive, Keyboard, Mouse into USB hub then insert to the tablet.
- Restart the tablet while holding down the shift key / or open Settings, and click/tap on the Update & security icon, then click/tap on Recovery on the left side, and click/tap on Restart now under Advanced startup on the right side.
- The tablet will reboot and you will see the Advanced Startup Options screen.
- From here click Troubleshoot then Advance Options then click Command Prompt.
- From command prompt, type d:/setup.exe (where d:/ is your thumbdrive letter).
- You should then be in the Windows Installer setup screen. This should be exactly the same as booting from USB.
- Follow the setup wizard to do clean install, you will see 5 partitions.
- First 2 partitions (System , EFI) you should LEAVE it, do not delete it.
- Delete the last 3 partitions (C:, Recovery and another Recovery)
- Choose to install Windows on the free space that you got after deleting the last 3 partitions. (No need to manually create a partition).
- Let it install normally, once done you will have C:/ or around 14.45GB.
- It will detect as a normal desktop, but once you install all the drivers on the first post, you will have a fully working tablet again.
Tips to save more space:
1) Use CompactOS:
From an administrative command prompt, simply use the commands:
Compact.exe /CompactOS:query This will query Windows to see if CompactOS is enabled or not
Compact.exe /CompactOS:always This will enable CompactOS
Compact.exe /CompactOS:never This will disable CompactOS
2) Disable hibernation.
3) Decrease pagefile size.
I have around 7GB free space on a fully updated Windows 10 Home installation even with default pagefile and hibernation turned on.
bro what software do you use to restore and backup the driver?
Nice Thread. Just what i was looking for!
How did you Update?
I tried via .iso on a USB drive.... did not work...
Great Job M$ did there -.- can't even see the full installation window.
(Attachment 1+2)
But well.... that's not the main problem here... it needs 6.27gb free space on C to install Windows 10 ~.~
(Attachment 3)
i still have my 4gb image partition....
Now trying the inplace Upgrade....
P.S About Drivers....
http://woshub.com/how-to-export-drivers-using-powershell-in-windows-8-1-u1/
Here are mine on Google Drive:
drivers_Momo7W.zip
drive.google.com
Also made a Macrium Reflect Free Recovery Disk and saved the img on a USB drive... you never know.
Btw, i also got that error about USB not activated via BIOS. Did you also use a USB 3.0 stick? Heard that there are some driver problems with Windows10 installation and USB3.0
Edit:
Well... inplace upgrade also fails -.- needs 5gb more space.
(Attachment 4)
Edit 24.11.2021.
****ing Google drive changed the link.
Replaced it. Got about 2-4 emails per Week askig for the file. Should work again now.
i did it.... phew....
Skipped the 6.67gb limitation by selecting a USB drive as backup for the old windows... though didn't even use it in the end -.-
So i have now 6.6gb Free of 14gb.... oh yeah... and the 4gb image partition got deleted during installation.
The worst thing was the Touchscreen driver, because i did not update but delete all i also deleted Touchscreen drivers.
Touchscreen readme.txt insider the driver package said:
- Copy "SileadTouch.fw" to "C:\Windows\System32\Drivers"
- Update the driver "KMDF HID Minidriver for Touch I2C Device_15.46.55.386_6.2_x86"
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Make sure you have a USB Keyboard or Mouse for the initial Setup and to install the drivers.
I installed VNC really fast and did all via PC ^^
Haldi4803 said:
i did it.... phew....
Skipped the 6.67gb limitation by selecting a USB drive as backup for the old windows... though didn't even use it in the end -.-
So i have now 6.6gb Free of 14gb.... oh yeah... and the 4gb image partition got deleted during installation.
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Strange, I only have 2.5GB of free space doing exactly what you doing when I upgrade.
But the 4GB recovery partition is not deleted.
I'm still trying to find a way to boot from USB to do a clean install.
i used the .iso on a USB stick, mounted in windows and started the setup.
Btw, i can see your problems with Connected Standby....
SleepStudy
BatteryReport
Tough it was already horrible in windows8.1 so i never used that, and always turned off my device
Anyone else here has Stats from W8.1 times ?
Unfortunately I have no way of downgrading because I cannot boot from USB...
Tried the Windows 10 recovery menu to boot from EFI USB device also cannot.
shouldn't there be a "Restore Windows to previous state" ? or did you already clean the disk and deleted "old windows installations" ?
Haldi4803 said:
shouldn't there be a "Restore Windows to previous state" ? or did you already clean the disk and deleted "old windows installations" ?
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Yes, it restored back to Windows 10 Home.
My C:/Windows.old is less than 1MB.
I have no idea why this happened to my upgrade.
I'm trying to download the 5.7GB recovery file from Ployer website since a week ago but the speed to me is only around 5kb...
I believe this recovery file should be able to restore the tablet back to the original Chinese Windows 8.1 with Bing.
Linux
I dont know about you guys, but Personally, I would like to install linux on mine, but i still dont know whether it will support it. i have downloaded the iso for Kali linux and i plan to install it soon, but sadly, i cant seem to even reach the boot menu.
I think it would be nice for me to have a portable linux wireless tool, well if i can install it.
if anybody hass managed to install any linux distro on the ployer momo7w, please i would like to know how you got past the very fast boot screen, and into the bios.
How are you getting on with this?
I am just preparing to do the same upgrade... Amongst other things, the chinese writing, mid English Windows is driving me mad!!!
Have you managed to get everything up and running yet?
I have managed to get a few things sorted on this... Since you can only get it wrong once and its all over (and I nearly did!) I have managed to get USB booting, and I have also backed up the existing drivers on Windows 8.1, with a hope that in the worst case scenario (and I cant find the drivers for the touch screen!) I am hoping that I can send it looking through the backed up drivers and put it to use with windows 10!
So I am currently biting my fingernails, as I have been backing up for about 2.5 hours, and I have 18 minutes left, and I am hoping the battery holds out for the complete backup (Using Macrium on a live USB to do the backup!)
I will see how it goes, but happy to help you guys get your devices booting to USB if you want!
Running into issues! I can get a USB disk bootable, as I managed to back up from a UEFI USB, but now, I cannot build for love nor money - a Windows 10 installer UEFI USB! RUFUS, SARDU, none of them seem to be able to make it work
Got a bit more work to get done! I might event get a solution, but the way the ployer UEFI is setup, its missing some key settings in the UEFI, which without (CSM) we may not be able to clean install!
managed to get the new installation done, you will need a mostly charged tablet, a USB adapter cable, I would recommend a four port hub - one for a mouse, and one for your USB drive with the windows installer on it.
I am happy to share my BIOS settings so you guys can reproduce it! I am waiting for the install to finish and I will run all the drivers installations through, then I can try get the touch screen up and running with my backed up drivers! Hopefully a nice, clean (all English!) installation! I get driven mad by the recurrent chinese words throughout my OS, even though its set to English!!!
tell us about the storage used and free
I ran into another hurdle!
Got the install completed, but now, it doesnt recognise its a tablet! there are no unknown devices, so I cant install the drivers, the start button and the volume buttons do not work
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I will take a look in an hour or so and let you know!
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4.88GB of free space out of 14GB drive, but there are so many problems with drivers missing, cant see the accelerometer, touch screen, soft or hard keys, I am thinking I might just wipe it and start again...
Right, I am going for a new approach!
I am using the inbuilt UEFI recovery function, and have just reinstalled the OS, looks like its probably Windows 8.1, but what I will then do, is try reinstall, telling it to leave my files. This may sound crazy, and isnt strictly speaking a "Clean install", however, after a clean install of windows 8.1 and an upgrade to windows 10, this should be the best that can be accomplished, without having driver issues everywhere!
I will keep trying and let you know how I get on!
....EDIT... seems its just reinstalled windows 10! looks like I will have to pull out my backups and reload the tablet!
help
Hi
I also bought one of these tablet.
I would like on Windows 10 were installed, but no way to succeed.
I read the forum, but unfortunately I do not know English well.
I live in Hungary.
I can not enter BIOS. I connected a wireless keyboard + mouse pressed esc, but not having been in the BIOS.
If I bought the írásotokból, USB can not be reinstalled?
Or, if you do not clean installation somehow manages to put even works with touch screen, volume keys, gyrosensor?
There are very few places on the device ... In practice, in addition to other Windows programs can not be installed. It would be nice if bootlna USB cancel the recovery partition!
It is very annoying that some Chinese characters in the windows, and do not even like 8 system
Thank you!
PS: I wrote google translator, I hope you understand
Lipothp
I am still working on the clean install... Read on for more details.... Unfortunately it's all not going to work very well....
So I reinstated windows 8.1, tried to boot and it failed, as such I reinstalled windows 8 through its recovery tool, though I probably won't be able to do that again.
Anyway, I'm stuck now, got 5.3gb of free space and that's it. I can't progress as I can't claim more disk space. The recovery partition is more than just recovery it is actively used by windows... So if you delete that partition, Windows dies. If you try to move windows folder it will die.
The next challenge is to try move the users directory and hope it works it won't thought. Even compressing the disk space does nothing...
Lipothp, I would suggest you get a wired keyboard and connect to your tablet, go to settings, recovery, advanced and reboot. When it comes up go to troubleshoot and then the option is there for bios.
Seriously it's taken me a week to upgrade and still no closer to having everything working.
What's PhoenixOS you ask?
Phoenix OS, much like Remix OS is designed to run on x86 tablets or larger screen devices with features often found only within desktop OS's. These features include a comprehensive start menu, fully resizable multi-window support and keyboard shortcut functionality. Phoenix OS provides the desktop UI functionality, with the benefit of access to the vast array of games and applications available to the Android operating system.
http://www.phoenixos.com
Hot off the press
Phoenix OS v1.1.3 Bootable .iso
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Here is my newest creation. 32bit only. Root privileges need to be enabled in Developers Options.
DO NOT use the ArrowMod from previous editions. It will cause a Bootloop.
I have included 1 arrow for now. I need to test further.
Installation Guide and Rufus Installer included.
Thanks to @Chainfire @Mr.Robinson and the PhoenixOS Team
PhoenixOS-v1.1.3-32bit-Deodexed-Stock-iso.zip:
614MB Jan 12, 2017
md5 - e63f9197acaa48f3e704030a41c36f3a
PhoenixOS-v1.1.3-32bit-Deodexed-SE-iso.zip:
ArrowMod, Fonts, Integrated Ad Blocking, Terminal Emulator, 100+ HD Wallpapers and more. Please see README in Zip.
802.7MB Jan 11, 2017
md5 - 0fba3bf308ae6084c45c016834ba1da8
AndroidX86 Install Guide+Installer.zip:
3.5MB Oct 16, 2016
md5 - 354e23d628f5f46c62dde046f9571166
I have also mirrored the official release:
PhoenixOSInstaller-v1.1.3-226.iso:
644.8MB Dec 15, 2016
md5 - f95896eea172d2f6091396c470e37869
PhoenixOSInstaller-v1.1.3-226.exe.zip:
506.6MB Dec 14, 2016
md5 - 24587e19337229288bd53c476d385dc9
Do not click this button:
I am not responsible for your machine. Use with care.
bg260 said:
Hot off the press
Phoenix OS v1.1.0 Bootable .iso
For more instructions see my other thread.
Stock w/Rufus:
Special Edition:
AdAway, JMusic, Terminal Emulator and More......See README in Zip:
Installation Guide:
Do not click this button:
Come and join Team PhoenixOS on Slack!
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Hi, how can I modify this .iso so that I can install ala Android x86 or Remix_OS (w/ "INSTALL=1). I`ve installed both x86 and Remix from a bootable USB with the stock .iso's. I`m comparing x86 compatible OS`es for a stand-alone system. I`m running Linux Mint on my main pc. Thanks.
dave157 said:
Hi, how can I modify this .iso so that I can install ala Android x86 or Remix_OS (w/ "INSTALL=1). I`ve installed both x86 and Remix from a bootable USB with the stock .iso's. I`m comparing x86 compatible OS`es for a stand-alone system. I`m running Linux Mint on my main pc. Thanks.
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With linux you can use Unetbootin to burn the iso. The Phoenix grub menu has the same option to install as Remix. Rufus has more options as far as install location, formatting. It even has a partition editor. Are you trying to instsll to an empty drive?
bg260 said:
With linux you can use Unetbootin to burn the iso. The Phoenix grub menu has the same option to install as Remix. Rufus has more options as far as install location, formatting. It even has a partition editor. Are you trying to instsll to an empty drive?
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Thanks for the quick reply, yes I`m installing the different x86 OS'es I`m trying out to an external HD that I have formatted at ext4. I plan to eventually install it as a stand-alone on a chromebox setup I`m putting together. I`ll give unetbootin a try. I haven`t tried Rufus yet, first because I assumed it would only run on a windows pc and second because I didn't want to touch my main pc's grub/bootloader.
dave157 said:
Thanks for the quick reply, yes I`m installing the different x86 OS'es I`m trying out to an external HD that I have formatted at ext4. I plan to eventually install it as a stand-alone on a chromebox setup I`m putting together. I`ll give unetbootin a try. I haven`t tried Rufus yet, first because I assumed it would only run on a windows pc and second because I didn't want to touch my main pc's grub/bootloader.
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With Linux you can just unpack the iso in the partition and invoke from the command line.
Try this tutorial:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/remix/remix-os/how-to-install-remix-os-alongside-t3352890
Also, Rufus does not have a Linux version.
bg260 said:
With Linux you can just unpack the iso in the partition and invoke from the command line.
Try this tutorial:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/remix/remix-os/how-to-install-remix-os-alongside-t3352890
Also, Rufus does not have a Linux version.
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I tried unetbootin which did work as far as booting into the selection menu but then it gave an error after I selected "install to hard disk"...
....(sorry for the poor pic quality, lol). I`m hesitant to try the method you mentioned since I don`t want to touch my main pc`s grub / bootloader. Thanks again for all the help.
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I forgot to ask, should I try it with the "INSTALL=1" and/or debug boot options?
dave157 said:
I tried unetbootin which did work as far as booting into the selection menu but then it gave an error after I selected "install to hard disk"...
....(sorry for the poor pic quality, lol). I`m hesitant to try the method you mentioned since I don`t want to touch my main pc`s grub / bootloader. Thanks again for all the help.
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I forgot to ask, should I try it with the "INSTALL=1" and/or debug boot options?
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I'm starting to get lost. The problem is you can't get a Phoenix USB to install or you can't get it to boot after installation?
IF you can install to your external HD make sure to install grub on the external as well. When in Linux don't update-grub while external is attached. In the past I have used the Bootable cd to "Jump start" the partition I want. The probe will find the bootable Phoenix partition. Also Grub disk 2 has a feature to manually boot any partition as does Parted Magic. I'm a tad confused as to how you have Linux as your main OS but are worried about manipulating Grub. That's what it's for. :laugh:
When in Phoenix Grub menu at first boot. Hit Tab or "e" to edit commands. It will show the same INSTALL=1 command?
bg260 said:
I'm starting to get lost. The problem is you can't get a Phoenix USB to install or you can't get it to boot after installation?
IF you can install to your external HD make sure to install grub on the external as well. When in Linux don't update-grub while external is attached. In the past I have used the Bootable cd to "Jump start" the partition I want. The probe will find the bootable Phoenix partition. Also Grub disk 2 has a feature to manually boot any partition as does Parted Magic. I'm a tad confused as to how you have Linux as your main OS but are worried about manipulating Grub. That's what it's for. :laugh:
When in Phoenix Grub menu at first boot. Hit Tab or "e" to edit commands. It will show the same INSTALL=1 command?
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Look, It`s my fault, I should`ve just stated from the beginning that I wanted to make a Live USB with your PhoenixOS .iso so I could install it on a fresh hard-drive. The stock Android x86 .iso is capable of this and so is the extracted .iso of Remix when you invoke the "INSTALL=1' parameter at it`s grub. I`ve succesfully installed both of these on to an external hdd that I plug in to my main pc, whose BIOS I`ve set to boot off of a usb drive first. Then I can setup said OS`es like I want them and clone them to use on to a separate system I`m slowly putting together. Are we clear now? If not, forget it and I`ll stick with one of the other two.
I haven't downloaded this .iso, but are you guys @bg260 @dave157 sure that it has install.img included? According to @dave157 picture I may suspect that there is no such file in his Phoenix directory.
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I haven't downloaded this .iso, but are you guys @bg260 @dave157 sure that it has install.img included? According to @dave157 picture I may suspect that there is no such file in his Phoenix directory.
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dave157 said:
Look, It`s my fault, I should`ve just stated from the beginning that I wanted to make a Live USB with your PhoenixOS .iso so I could install it on a fresh hard-drive. The stock Android x86 .iso is capable of this and so is the extracted .iso of Remix when you invoke the "INSTALL=1' parameter at it`s grub. I`ve succesfully installed both of these on to an external hdd that I plug in to my main pc, whose BIOS I`ve set to boot off of a usb drive first. Then I can setup said OS`es like I want them and clone them to use on to a separate system I`m slowly putting together. Are we clear now? If not, forget it and I`ll stick with one of the other two.
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I've got an external HDD. I'm going to run some tests starting with the download from the link above.
I'll try to figure out what's up.. I think we can figure it out as long as I know what it is you are trying to do.
Also of note, the Remix installer works well with Phoenix.
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I haven't downloaded this .iso, but are you guys @bg260 @dave157 sure that it has install.img included? According to @dave157 picture I may suspect that there is no such file in his Phoenix directory.
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I've got an external HDD. I'm going to run some tests starting with the download from the link above.
I'll try to figure out what's up.. I think we can figure it out as long as I know what it is you are trying to do.
Also of note, the Remix installer works well with Phoenix.
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I extracted all three .iso's and saw that Android x86 & RemixOS both have a boot folder which the PhoenixOS .iso doesn`t have...
...maybe that will help. Thanks again guys!
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I extracted all three .iso's and saw that Android x86 & RemixOS both have a boot folder which the PhoenixOS .iso doesn`t have...
...maybe that will help. Thanks again guys!
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Edited.
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I'm thinking your download was corrupted because I've got ramdisk.img in both stock and special edition.
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Here you go.
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Did you check the MD5?
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There is a ramdisk.img in the extracted folder of the PhoenixOS .iso, what isn`t is the boot folder (the one right next to the efi folder in the screenshots of the stock .iso`s). I`m taking a guess here but wouldn`t that be needed for legacy (non-uefi) installs through live cd/usb?
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There is a ramdisk.img in the extracted folder of the PhoenixOS .iso, what isn`t is the boot folder (the one right next to the efi folder in the screenshots of the stock .iso`s). I`m taking a guess here but wouldn`t that be needed for legacy (non-uefi) installs through live cd/usb?
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The boot directory is located in the EFI directory. I have downloaded, and installed both versions successfully to my external HD. I have booted it successfully on three different machines. I used Unetbootin with Linux to accomplish this.
Here are my steps:
1. Formatted desired partition Ext4.
2. Burn iso using Unetbootin.
3. Reboot to BIOS boot selection menu.
4. Select Install PhoenixOS to hard drive.
5. Selected pre-formatted partition, chose do not format.
6. Grub2 - Skip
7. Grub - Yes
8. Rebooted to BIOS boot selection menu.
9. Chose external HD
10. JOY.
Don't know what more I can do to help, but I want to.
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The boot directory is located in the EFI directory. I have downloaded, and installed both versions successfully to my external HD. I have booted it successfully on three different machines. I used Unetbootin with Linux to accomplish this.
Here are my steps:
1. Formatted desired partition Ext4.
2. Burn iso using Unetbootin.
3. Reboot to BIOS boot selection menu.
4. Select Install PhoenixOS to hard drive.
5. Selected pre-formatted partition, chose do not format.
6. Grub2 - Skip
7. Grub - Yes
8. Rebooted to BIOS boot selection menu.
9. Chose external HD
10. JOY.
Don't know what more I can do to help, but I want to.
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That's ok, I'll stick with the stock RemixOS .iso for now. I do appreciate all the help.
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That's ok, I'll stick with the stock RemixOS .iso for now. I do appreciate all the help.
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Sorry to hear that as PhoenixOS is superior. IMO.
Thank you for this iso. i was able to install Phoenix OS on blank 160GB hard disk lying around gathering dust. My old netbook doesn't have any other OS except now Phoenix OS. I followed the instructions included in the download file from the OP and everything went smoothly. My netbook has legacy boot mode. I didn't encounter any problem installing to the hard disk. Now my Netbook is running solely Phoenix OS. My internal Storage is around 150GB!
And, oh, I also tried installing on an external usb hard drive using this iso and I was also successful. Tried booting from the external USB drive, and Phoenix OS booted successfully. I also tried the same external usb hard drive on another computer, and it booted successfully. (Both have legacy boot with option to boot from USB drvies from bios setup). Now i have my Phoenix OS on an external hard drive and I can use it on any computer (that allows booting from external usb drive)! Cool! Read/Write speed is only around 40Mbps, but it's ok for it's purpose.
Thank you @bg260 for this .iso!
complete usb boot and usb install
i have taken the boot grub from the android x86 6.0 and combined with pheonix or remix then use unetbootin to install go to install to hard drive and you get the option to install to usb. choose the ex4 part which is the enetbootin partition and the largest i have a 64 g flash and i end up with atleast 30 gb of storage. also its the only way ive gotten my hdmi output to work on my hp g62 with an amd
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i have taken the boot grub from the android x86 6.0 and combined with pheonix or remix then use unetbootin to install go to install to hard drive and you get the option to install to usb. choose the ex4 part which is the enetbootin partition and the largest i have a 64 g flash and i end up with atleast 30 gb of storage. also its the only way ive gotten my hdmi output to work on my hp g62 with an amd
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Hey did you have a tutorial on this because i wanna also increase my pheonix Storage to 32gb or more but the installation only limits 4gb.
shegeloaf said:
Hey did you have a tutorial on this because i wanna also increase my pheonix Storage to 32gb or more but the installation only limits 4gb.
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Format the USB to EXT4 with a third party application, though NTSF might work as well. Fat32, the default for most USBs is limited to a 4gb block size. Therefore your data.img can only be 4gb.