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[Q] Before a root questions

Hi everyone,
I have recently bought myself a Nexus 7 3g(not opened yet) and i want to know what i need to know about before i root it (using Wug's Nexus Root Toolkit v1.6.2). I know to check the usual thing like making sure everything works. But when i root do i need to know such as know the baseband version/ril version (matching pair)? If there is any issues using this method of rooting with recovery installed?
Or is it as easy as Unlock>Root>(Custom Recovery box checked) and to store back to factory default Flash Stock+Unroot>OEM Lock
I saw this in teh forum "When I drop to the command prompt in TWRP, it says "insufficient space" or something similar, and is trying to backup to the /sdcard/media/TWRP directory instead of to the PC. I have an 8GB model w/ about 6GB in use." Is this still an issue? should i be concerned?
Should i grab a copy of this? 4.2.1 (JOP40D) - md5: e5d22e0791ab2f5d470bba77fbd6771d - size: 277.7MB. Should this be matching to mine?
Many Thanks!!!
***Another question is, how to i tell which one i got? a Nakasig or Tilapia

I wouldn't use a kit to root. Its easy to do manually just follow this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=27963969
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda premium

Thanks for the above post but will any one be able to answer my other questions? Like the difference between Nakasig and Tilapia? Are they the same? I want to install openrecovery-twrp-2.3.3.0-tilapia.img but what happens if my device is the Nakasig model? I havent opened my device yet since i'm waiting for my screen protector.
I want to root root this device but with limited knowledge i'm worried i might brick it.

Its real easy. Its mostly an automated process. Follow the on screen directions. Make sure u have USB debugging checked on in developer settings. Click on the about>build a bunch of times if your developer tab isn't open. YouTube this if needed. Don't know about the other questions

dragon884 said:
Thanks for the above post but will any one be able to answer my other questions? Like the difference between Nakasig and Tilapia? Are they the same? I want to install openrecovery-twrp-2.3.3.0-tilapia.img but what happens if my device is the Nakasig model? I havent opened my device yet since i'm waiting for my screen protector.
I want to root root this device but with limited knowledge i'm worried i might brick it.
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Nexus 7 WiFi only = grouper/nakasi
Nexus 7 wifi+3g+hspa+ = tilapia/nakasig
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Ok, so samething. Many thanks guys. I feel a lot better now.

[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.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747 using Tapatalk 2

For a second I thought you're on crack trying to flash a Sony NEX 7...
Beamed from my Grouper

[Q] Android 4.3 problems on my Nexus 7 (2012)?

I recently force installed the new 4.3 update on my Nexus 7 (2012) and i'm starting to see problems that did not occur in the 4.2 version that are occurring in the update. When i play games with it, in the middle of game play, the app crashes a lot and i have to relaunch in order to play, other problems are in my "emulators" my Tiger Arcade emulator stopped supporting some roms and even crashes when some are played, the majority of the roms are fully functional in the 4.2 android update, but now the 4.3 update crashes the emulator, i've only gotten Metal Slug 4 to work along with the neogeo bios file (MAME). Street Fighter 3rd Strike also doesn't work anymore. Any one else having the same problem with their Tiger Arcade?
Is there anything i can do to fix this issue or do i have to wait until the developers of Tiger Arcade fix this Android 4.3 issue?
If there is no way, is it possible i downgrade my Nexus 7 to 4.2 again?

I have no idea on how to fix your problems in games and emulator, but I do know that you can downgrade using the proper images from here https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda app-developers app

Without any intentions of hijacking this thread, I have a small question.
People who have updated to 4.3, are you guys able to run VPN apps like Hotspot Shield, Hide Ninja etc to work properly? Or even connect at all. ?
I am not being Able to do so and another friend of mine who has unrooted completely stock nexus 7 @ 4.3 ... also reports the same thing.
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Another thing, I thought Google has changed the Boot Animation in 4.3.
But why am I still on old (X) animation ?

Remcotjuuh said:
I have no idea on how to fix your problems in games and emulator, but I do know that you can downgrade using the proper images from here
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda app-developers app
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So will this erase all my data if i choose to restore using this method, i mean these are other people's backup image files right?

GoldenNexus7 said:
So will this erase all my data if i choose to restore using this method, i mean these are other people's backup image files right?
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These are the factory images from Google, so these will return your tablet to how it was when you booted it after installing 4.2.2. You can choose not to wipe the data partition which contains all your data, but this may result into problems when booting. You may want to check out this thread for more info.

[Q] New here help please.

Hello all,
my N4 is on stock 4.3 JWR66Y, stock kernel.
i have been using android since few years now, whenever i wanted to flash new ROMs on my devices i used to find one that used to match my requirements bt here i couldnt find one ROM which includes:- :good:
- screen colour enhancer (franco gamma somthing) & audio blaster
- Rooted, deodexed, busybox
- Custom recovery
(when i m into recovery threads i read rooted n4 is needed & when browsing how to root they say custom recovery is needed.)
i had a Note I and things were so easy with - odin pc - custom ROM - and flash..nvr unlocked any bootloader..
what unlock bootloader?? cant i simply connect N4 to pc through usb cable & by using ODIN on pc flash a Custom ROM which will have evrything (or atleast most of the things i m looking for in a ROM).. things were so easy on Note. Please help if i am missing smthng..i never jump to conclusions, i have been reading this N4 forum since few days (all above points one by one) before flashing nonsense n end up bricking..
few say its not possible rooting 4.3 wug's root tool kit only installs super su & busybox bt doesnt actually root N4..
in short kindly suggest where to start & how to start to get all above points.once i m rooted & on custom recovery i know flashing n all bt this is really confusing here ..i feel damn alone here..
please help. sry for bothering.
thnx in advance.
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if i am not wrong i have to start with
1- install naked drivers for ms-dos purpose
2- unlock bootloader - restart in dwnld mode-connect usb-boot commands r thr
3- install custom recovery twrp/philz/ etc via ms-dos
4- install root/supersu/busybox etc by dwnlding that zip.
bt hw to get gamma n color enhancer the screen is quite dull..IPS

Ok please start here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2015469 I suggest you do a little reading, sounds like you have a good grasp on what needs to be done. The toolkit will do all the work, I prefer ADB but thats just my preference. The toolkit automates everything and makes it very easy to do. Stay away from CM10 nightlies if you want to use a custom kernel, it will only cause you headaches. There are plenty of roms to choose from, what were you looking for as far as features. You are not alone, a little patience and some reading go a long way.

thnk u vry much smoka..
i want gamma controller, root (super su, busybox), custom recovery, safe kernel to wipe frm philz like.
for this i need to unlock bootloadr first r8?
btw whch toolkit? wug's??
thnk u again.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app

Same here. Came from the note, after a long line of Samsung to find crazy boot locks etc. And this is supposed to be a nexus! Got my booty?! Unlocked but can't flash recovery and I know how
Feel for you
Wugs unlocked the bootloader on mine
Sent by mobile telephone.

note to nexus...gr8
if unlocked bootloader ..reboot into dwnld mode, if u hv druvers it'll detect device thn use commands to further proceed with rooting. correct me if m wrong.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app

evrything done as i wanted..nw next , can anyone help me with- battery circle and center clock in 1 mod..?
thnx.
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rajeshkoshti said:
evrything done as i wanted..nw next , can anyone help me with- battery circle and center clock in 1 mod..?
thnx.
Sent from my Nexus 4 using xda app-developers app
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I know carbon ROM has those options but I'm pretty sure most other ROMs do too. make sure you read all the stickies, it sounds like you got it now.

Android 4.3 system update.

hello to all,
today i got my first nexus device, previously i was using htc one x and vega racer r3 850. I got a small problem when i tried to configure the tablet, when i am tried to set the english and then tap next. The tablet says you need to install a 4.3 mandatory system update, then i click for update but i don't see anything updating after a long time i feels that i am stuck in some thing and it says retry download after many retries i am not able to configure the tablet. Please help me.. Hopefully you understands my situation, Attached is the screenshot of issue,, Please help me, i am also interested in getting kitkat 4.4 update for my new nexus 7. thanks in advance.

vbulletinpro said:
hello to all,
today i got my first nexus device, previously i was using htc one x and vega racer r3 850. I got a small problem when i tried to configure the tablet, when i am tried to set the english and then tap next. The tablet says you need to install a 4.3 mandatory system update, then i click for update but i don't see anything updating after a long time i feels that i am stuck in some thing and it says retry download after many retries i am not able to configure the tablet. Please help me.. Hopefully you understands my situation, Attached is the screenshot of issue,, Please help me, i am also interested in getting kitkat 4.4 update for my new nexus 7. thanks in advance.
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Do you have issues with your internet connection? That mandatory update for 4.3 is very small, IIRC under 1MB.

sfhub said:
Do you have issues with your internet connection? That mandatory update for 4.3 is very small, IIRC under 1MB.
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Nop, i have a good internet of 4mb, And it seems to download every app on my ipad but its not working on nexus 7, after a restart i am able to bypass the current screen without downloading the update. Now the nexus 7 is up and running but still i am not able to download any update. And i also noticed that the nexus 7 is already running 4.3. So now i am looking to get this mandatory update as well as kitkat 4.4.
For update, i am able to install many apps on nexus 7, but still not able to get the mandatory 4.3 updates from the settings.

vbulletinpro said:
Nop, i have a good internet of 4mb, And it seems to download every app on my ipad but its not working on nexus 7, after a restart i am able to bypass the current screen without downloading the update. Now the nexus 7 is up and running but still i am not able to download any update. And i also noticed that the nexus 7 is already running 4.3. So now i am looking to get this mandatory update as well as kitkat 4.4.
For update, i am able to install many apps on nexus 7, but still not able to get the mandatory 4.3 updates from the settings.
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It isn't saying you have a mandatory update to give you 4.3.
The tablet was mistakenly shipped with 4.3 signed with developer keys. The mandatory update is to give you the same 4.3, but signed with release keys. That is why it is so small.
The mandatory 4.3 update URL is here:
http://android.clients.google.com/p...b191a-razor-devkeys-to-releasekeys-JWR66N.zip
Can you download that in your browser on your tablet?
If your ultimate goals is to get 4.4, it would be simpler in your case to flash the factory images available here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47640458#post47640458