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[Q] Rooting and Installing CM10 On Nexus 7 version 4.2.1

I'm a noob, I'm not good with tech. And I am willing to guess come christmas time when kids unwrap their presents they will need an answer to the exact question "Rooting and Installing CM10 On Nexus 7 version 4.2.1".
I have a 16GB Nexus 7 wifi model. Please tell me as simple as you can for me and others on this site how to proceed in a safe and stable manner.

Don't root the nexus. It Is already amazing
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idevice12345 said:
Don't root the nexus. It Is already amazing
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I want to use the PS3 controller and rooted apps.
How ?
And also CM10

Nexus root tool kit
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Do it manually. It's extremely easy.
http://www.androidcentral.com/how-unlock-bootloader-and-root-your-nexus-7
It's pretty much the same as every other Nexus device and doing it this way teaches you how to use fast boot and adb commands which is very useful in the future.
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idevice12345 said:
Nexus root tool kit
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a root tool kit is the most dangerous way to do it, for someone that is inexperienced especially.
read up on it, there is a lot of information here how to root your device properly. a root toolkit would do it, but you wont learn anything. and when itll come to needing to fix something, you wont know how, even though it might be a simple fix. at that point you might make it worse for yourself. do yourself a favor, educate yourself first, then root your device the way youre supposed to root any nexus. the right procedure is simple.. fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash the su binaries or a custom rom in your recovery, reboot. thats it.

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I'm buying a nexus 7 today? Is there a root process for it, and if so, could someone post a link? Also this forum seems to be a bit different so which section would it be posted in? I'm used to the phone forums and its normally posted in original development. Sorry did being a noob to this device. Any help is appreciated.
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I see so many types of root available. Very confusing. I'm buying one from office depot.
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treIII said:
I see so many types of root available. Very confusing. I'm buying one from office depot.
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This thread will get you what you need http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1816048

fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash either the su binaries or a custom rom using your new recovery, reboot and profit. the method is the same for all nexus devices.

I don't mean to seem ridiculous but isn't there a much simpler method. I'd prefer the easy way out this time of possible. I've done enough with an HTC phone.
I thought they're was a toolkit that made it simple? But I can't find it now.
Oh, and thanks for the responses
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The method outlined is safe, simple and will work on any Nexus device as mentioned. Why not try?
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comminus said:
The method outlined is safe, simple and will work on any Nexus device as mentioned. Why not try?
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I got my son a new laptop. He doesn't want me messing with it. So if I had some small files and deleted them rather than Sdk he'd be happier. Just got to respect his wishes. At least for now..... Will the tool kit work on the new n7 I just purchased and will someone post a url? I can't find it for window 7 64 bit .
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The toolkit will work if you're still on 4.1.2. Once it updated to 4.2.1 I had to download sdk etc etc
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This one claims the latest version works with 4.2.1 but I haven't tried it. I came out after I rooted my n7 http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1809195
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treIII said:
I don't mean to seem ridiculous but isn't there a much simpler method. I'd prefer the easy way out this time of possible. I've done enough with an HTC phone.
I thought they're was a toolkit that made it simple? But I can't find it now.
Oh, and thanks for the responses
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simms22 said:
fastboot oem unlock, fastboot flash a custom recovery, flash either the su binaries or a custom rom using your new recovery, reboot and profit. the method is the same for all nexus devices.
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this ^^^^^^ it really cant get much simpler to root a phone, really
if youre worried about the size of the sdk find adb.exe and fastboot.exe and the drivers you need, a quick search will get you all of the above

demkantor said:
this ^^^^^^ it really cant get much simpler to root a phone, really
if youre worried about the size of the sdk find adb.exe and fastboot.exe and the drivers you need, a quick search will get you all of the above
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This ^^. So much, this. I don't even...
treIII said:
So if I had some small files and deleted them rather than Sdk he'd be happier.
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I've added links for drivers and platform tools (contains adb and fastboot) in my signature. That should make things even easier!

Nexus tool similar to Samsungs' Odin?

Hello everyone!
I am planning to buy a nexus 4 as soon as it is back in stock. I currently have a gs2 and I realized that it has some amazing Dev support. Most of my phones have been Samsung, so I am most familiar with their development. What I mean is the Odin is an easy one click solution to most problems, and there is even mobile Odin so I can flash on the go!
It is quite amazing, I just flashed a stock ROM to get a GPS lock then back to cm10.1 with no issue, without a computer. These things have saved me on multiple occasions.
My question is, is the development here as advanced or more advanced? Are there tools that easily allow you to root, back up, restore, and flash your phone?
I have a nexus 7 and there is a tool that does that for PC, is it compatible with the 4? And is there anyway to do that on the phone?
My biggest concern is getting in over my head. I recently tried the galaxy s 3 and thought I knew what I was doing, but there was a surprising lack of development there, and returning to stock took me hours and many Google searches. Want to make sure the process is simpler here before I start messing with my new nexus 4. I am never worried about breaking my gs2. But on my nexus 7 I have left it as stock rooted because I didn't want to venture too far into unknown territory.
Thank you all for any answers.
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I think I answered my own question. I guess my question is: to those of you that have had Samsung phones and used Odin. Do you feel as supported and prepared as you did with those great tools?
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Censura_Umbra said:
I think I answered my own question. I guess my question is: to those of you that have had Samsung phones and used Odin. Do you feel as supported and prepared as you did with those great tools?
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I hate Odin. Give me fastboot and stock .img files and I'm "supported and prepared."
Also, before tackling a device, ALWAYS know how to fix a bootloop/soft brick. The fact that you're asking tells me you haven't read enough. No offense.

Please read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1469909
Edit. Fixed link.
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estallings15 said:
I hate Odin. Give me fastboot and stock .img files and I'm "supported and prepared."
Also, before tackling a device, ALWAYS know how to fix a bootloop/soft brick. The fact that you're asking tells me you haven't read enough. No offense.
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None taken. You are right. I have repaired all types of Samsung devices both hardware and software but this is my first nexus phone. Thank you for the answer though.
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El Daddy said:
Please read this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1619716
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Thanks but that thread was about a dock.
I know how to use the nexus tool but I would like to know how I fix it by myself with the IMG for. Anyone that can point me to a thread about this?
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Censura_Umbra said:
Thanks but that thread was about a dock.
I know how to use the nexus tool but I would like to know how I fix it by myself with the IMG for. Anyone that can point me to a thread about this?
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My bad. I copied the wrong link. It has been fixed.
I am strongly against toolkits and the link I have corrected in my previous post explains why.
I'd suggest you read efrant's nexus 4 101 guide here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2010338
Also check out jubakuba's guide sticked in the Q&A section. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2018179
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Used Odin on my T999,i9100/i9300, as well as i747.. It is nowhere near as simple as fastboot. Odin is great, sure but fastboot is much cleaner and much less can go wrong.
You started off on the right foot by asking and making this thread instead of just blindly flashing, so props. The two others that have responded are by far my favorites in the N4 forums simply because they know what they are talking about and respond much more than I do
Make sure you learn your fastboot commands and you will be able to recovery from bad flashes, etc easily and in a matter of minutes.
Also, the toolkit should only be used AFTER you are familiar with commands - and lastly it no longer links to stock images but a few members here have them on their personal dropbox accounts. I recommend downloading those so you have them handy.
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+1 on fastboot commands.
Know those commands and invest some of your time learning at least the basics. It will get you out of sticky situations. Not just for N4 but for future Android devices you'll own. Avoid root kits or at least until you know the concept behind how it does its thing.
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joshnichols189 said:
Used Odin on my T999,i9100/i9300, as well as i747.. It is nowhere near as simple as fastboot. Odin is great, sure but fastboot is much cleaner and much less can go wrong.
You started off on the right foot by asking and making this thread instead of just blindly flashing, so props. The two others that have responded are by far my favorites in the N4 forums simply because they know what they are talking about and respond much more than I do
Make sure you learn your fastboot commands and you will be able to recovery from bad flashes, etc easily and in a matter of minutes.
Also, the toolkit should only be used AFTER you are familiar with commands - and lastly it no longer links to stock images but a few members here have them on their personal dropbox accounts. I recommend downloading those so you have them handy.
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Well said!
I keep the stock .img files, as well as the drivers and adb folder (including fastboot) in my drop box so that I can access them from any computer in a pinch.
Thanks to undercover for that!

Censura_Umbra said:
Thanks but that thread was about a dock.
I know how to use the nexus tool but I would like to know how I fix it by myself with the IMG for. Anyone that can point me to a thread about this?
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Yay someone who doesn't want to use a toolkit. :sly:
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Toolkits are great for quick fixes or more advanced things (like flashing without increasing the flash counter) but I always worry that maybe the version I have is out of date. I've used fast boot commands in the post. But they have always fine with detailed instructions in a preset folder. The more I know about android the better.
Thanks for all of the help and the reading materials
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So I read the post about toolkits and I agree. But I have unbricked my phone using ADB before. And I think a toolkit like the nexus toolkit is useful because it has so many processes in one place. Easy and quick repairs for the flashaholic on the run. Though I will be rooting and installing cwm manually. I will probably use the nexus toolkit for its many easy to access features that have saved my nexus 7.
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Censura_Umbra said:
Toolkits are great for quick fixes or more advanced things (like flashing without increasing the flash counter) but I always worry that maybe the version I have is out of date. I've used fast boot commands in the post. But they have always fine with detailed instructions in a preset folder. The more I know about android the better.
Thanks for all of the help and the reading materials
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Just so you know, there is no flash counter to worry about here.
Also, this business about lots of things in one place is interesting, as there isn't much to have. Throw everything you need on drop box and you'll always have it. Your recovery img, bootloader.img, system.img, boot.img, adb/fastboot driver, etc. Then you're golden.
I think you're used to things being more complicated. Welcome to the world of Nexus.

This phone does have a dedicated "download mode," just like Samsung phones. A LG tool is probably out there somewhere. Is it public though?

estallings15 said:
Just so you know, there is no flash counter to worry about here.
Also, this business about lots of things in one place is interesting, as there isn't much to have. Throw everything you need on drop box and you'll always have it. Your recovery img, bootloader.img, system.img, boot.img, adb/fastboot driver, etc. Then you're golden.
I think you're used to things being more complicated. Welcome to the world of Nexus.
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I meant on other devices.
Also the toolkit has cwm injection, temp cwm, and about 20 other options. That is what I meant by fast and east
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Censura_Umbra said:
I meant on other devices.
Also the toolkit has cwm injection, temp cwm, and about 20 other options. That is what I meant by fast and east
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Yes it has all of those options but you don't even need 90% of them after you initially unlock the bootloader and root the phone
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Idk. They were pretty useful when my wife bricked her nexus
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Censura_Umbra said:
Idk. They were pretty useful when my wife bricked her nexus
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And are also a big part of the reason 50 bazillion threads asking "How do I unbrick my Nexus?" exist. Using a toolkit helps you postpone getting comfortable with fastboot and keeping the necessary files handy.
We can go back and forth on this for the rest of our lives. Do it whatever way works for you. I'm done.

Another good thing about the toolkit is that you don't have to download 20 different things. CWM, SuperSU, drivers...it is a one stop shop.

Download mode/Odin

I saw i made a mistake and put my phone into fownload mode could we use odin to flash on this phone also? I had a sgs2 before this and download mode would let u use odin
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NO. Odin is ONLY for Samsung phones.
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dont use it. please. learn how to do stuff manually with fastboot for nexus devices. if you havent yet, INSTALL THE ANDROID SDK. then look up tutorials its pretty easy

casonswag said:
I saw i made a mistake and put my phone into fownload mode could we use odin to flash on this phone also? I had a sgs2 before this and download mode would let u use odin
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No odin is for Samsung devices. You could flash using fast boot or just do it using cwm/twrp.

Worst comes to Worst, use a Toolkit, but thats not recommended.

dhruvmalik said:
Worst comes to Worst, use a Toolkit, but thats not recommended.
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why is it not recommended to use mskip tool kit to unlock bootloader and root device?

Crisisx1 said:
why is it not recommended to use mskip tool kit to unlock bootloader and root device?
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It's nothing against the toolkit, it's an excellent tool.
However, it's better for newbies to learn how to use ADB and fastboot on a nexus because that knowledge can save you should something happen.
Plus, it's good to know what the toolkit actually does prior to using it. It's not infallible, so having knowledge of what it's doing can help you troubleshoot should something happen with the toolkit.
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lwfb said:
It's nothing against the toolkit, it's an excellent tool.
However, it's better for newbies to learn how to use ADB and fastboot on a nexus because that knowledge can save you should something happen.
Plus, it's good to know what the toolkit actually does prior to using it. It's not infallible, so having knowledge of what it's doing can help you troubleshoot should something happen with the toolkit.
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Werd...I tried using a toolkit to root my N4 and, when all hell broke loose, I ended up having to ADB it. Thank God I'm not a n00b...lol
Like they said, Odin is for Samsung devices only. I too highly recommend setting up ADB, busting out the command line and getting your hands wet.

Will wugfresh root toolkit root my nexus 7 I'm 4.2.2?

Jw cuz this is my last option or else I'll have to wait till they come out with something for 4.2.2
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You dont need a toolkit.....why is this concept not understood?

Pirateghost said:
You dont need a toolkit.....why is this concept not understood?
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i tried the other way its not letting me flash a recovery :/

Class_of_punk26 said:
i tried the other way its not letting me flash a recovery :/
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How are you trying to flash?
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im using sdk manager with the command prompt thingy

You do realize that the toolkit isn't magical? It uses the same commands. If you have problems doing it manually, the toolkit won't magically fix that.
Update your SDK files.
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Pirateghost said:
You do realize that the toolkit isn't magical? It uses the same commands. If you have problems doing it manually, the toolkit won't magically fix that.
Update your SDK files.
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i did that is there a way i can just go back to 4.2.1 then it will take me 2 min to root lol

or if i use wugfresh and just say im 4.2.1 will it work?

I don't think you understand. Do whatever. You won't listen anyway.
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No I do understand dude I updated all the SDK files its just I guess when my tablet updated something didn't go right
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Class_of_punk26 said:
No I do understand dude I updated all the SDK files its just I guess when my tablet updated something didn't go right
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No, you dont understand.
Just telling the magical toolkit that its 4.2.1 doesnt resolve anything.....
If you have issues manually rooting, the toolkit wont magically make it work....

So what your saying I don't have to download anything at all? Not SDK manager or any rootkits to manually root?
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Never mind. All you are going to do is make new threads. All the info you need is here, yet you keep making up new threads asking the same things in a different manner.
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