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How to flash back to stock with root?

Stupid me didn't make a backup and flashed another ROM. How do I flash back the stock ROM, enabling me to get OTAs but maintain root? I want the original stock ROM...
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Not really much of a point having the ability to get OTA when a new one comes out, a dev will do what is below shortly after anyway. OTA's are over rated..
Android OS, 4.1.1 Jellybean build JRO03D
Insecure boot.img
Rooted with the latest superuser
Busybox
Deodexed and Odexed options
Fully Zipaligned
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1776330
Note that the downloads apparently don't work at the moment.

If you used the nexus root toolkit, it has the factory image there for you to flash back to stock and/or unroot/relock the device. Windows users only. -Ara
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AraDreamer said:
If you used the nexus root toolkit, it has the factory image there for you to flash back to stock and/or unroot/relock the device. Windows users only. -Ara
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It might have functionality in WINE or VirtualBox
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So is there no flashable zip for stock? I am a Mac. I rooted on my little brother's PC but he lives 1600 miles from me.
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tribestros said:
Stupid me didn't make a backup and flashed another ROM. How do I flash back the stock ROM, enabling me to get OTAs but maintain root? I want the original stock ROM...
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Did you take a look at the [Guide] Returning to Stock and/or Unbricking your device directions in the Nexus 7 Android Development forum?
If using a Mac, see the following link for setting up ADB/Fastboot drivers on Mac OS X.
How to Setup ADB and FASTBOOT Drivers on MAC
Edit to add: Factory image for the Nexus 7 can be downloaded at this Google link.
Factory Images "nakasi" for Nexus 7

Update?

I just received my nexus 7 and there's already an update available. I plan on rooting and flashing a custom rom. Should I update or not? I know sometimes an update can cause problems when it comes to rooting and whatnot so I thought I'd ask first.. thanks for any feedback!
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Yes update it. I updated to 4.1.1 first then unlocked, then rooted with permanent cwm then flashed touch cwm from rom manager.
Use nexus toolkit though so you can restore stock recovery to flash Amy new updates and root again easily.
Also no harm updating to 4.1.1 and then rooting we have methods set up for that right now.
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You can root it before or after update, you're just updating to 4.1.1, or you can install a ROM that is already there, if you're rooting either way, just go for it right away
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Thanks a lot for your quick responses! Lovin it so far no issues like I've heard about.
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This is a nexus device. Unlike other devices you never need to fear an update may break your ability to root.
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Can't start any Custom Rom

IT seems that any custom Rom I load just sits at the startup animation on first boot. None will Load. I can revert back to Stock without a problem.
Any Idea's?

You need to provide more info. Which stock version are you using? what bootloader version you on? What roms have you tried, and what are they based on (4.1.x, 4.2.x) ? CWM, or twrp?
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Started with 4.2.2, used the nexus 7 tool kit to perform root, install recovery, etc. Using twrd 2.4 fir recovery. Smooth rim was the latest. Tried 2 others but the names escape me right now. I have rooted and loaded custom rooms on my last 3 phones so I am not s complete noob but am not an expert either
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Jellybeer was one of them.
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[VIDEOS] How to Unlock, Recovery, Root, & Rom your Nexus 7

Here we go again another fun device to hack. I made these video to help out those Noobs out there that are having trouble figuring this android fun out. Hope it helps
New Nexus 7 Android 4.3 Unboxing (2013) edition
New Nexus 7 Unlock boot loader & custom recovery install
Root Android version 4.3 Jelly Bean on the New Nexus 7
New Nexus 7 OUDHS recovery install and review
New Nexus 7 custom rom install, PA or Paranoid Android
New Nexus 7 2013 AOKP rom install
Nexus 7 CM10.2 rom
ClockWorkMod Recovery install and directions
Kit Kat android 4.4 on the Nexus 7 AOSP install
MultiRom manager mod dual booting
KitKat screen recording built in
OMNI Rom install and review
How to install Android L Developer Preview on your Nexus 5 & 7
How to Root the Nexus 5,7,9, & 10 on Android 5 0 Lollipop with CF Auto Root
Please click Thanks if this helps you.

More videos coming soon

There is no other way to root without unlocking and wiping the device?
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Wow there is a lot of video threads lol
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Check out rootjunky.com for more info
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Tomsgt said:
Check out rootjunky.com for more info
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Added video to OP AOKP

Added a new video. Mods please sticky this as it should help others thanks

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I always enjoy your detailed videos, Tom.
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Jhall8 said:
I always enjoy your detailed videos, Tom.
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glad you like them I do my best to make the NOOB proof LOL
what device do you have so I know what i should make more videos on

I have a RAZR Maxx HD, Verizon Gnex as backup & a 2013 Nexus 7.
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Jhall8 said:
I have a RAZR Maxx HD, Verizon Gnex as backup & a 2013 Nexus 7.
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Nice I have all 3 also. if you maxx is unlock that device is a beast.
sent from my Galaxy Note 3 running HyperDrive.

That's true. But the Nexus 7 is the best Android device I've ever owned. Ran it stock unrooted for a few days, and then unlocked, rooted and flashed Sinless ROM (after making a nandroid backup, of course.)
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New video added to OP

Boom Root for Lollipop Android 5.0

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Boom Root for Lollipop Android 5.0
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Seen it great job!
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[Q] Rooting, CM and upcomming Android 4.4

I want to root my Nexus 4 and install newest CM. One problem is, that there is Android 4.4 update comming soon. So if I root my Nexus and install CM, can I get my phone back to stock and update Android to 4.4?

Yes. You can either flash the 4.4 images, or simply install a 4.4 based custom ROM (the more practical solution my opinion) since you will already have installed a custom recovery.
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If I have CM installed, can I somehow get everything to stock. Like my Nexus 4 just came out of box?
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Altti said:
If I have CM installed, can I somehow get everything to stock. Like my Nexus 4 just came out of box?
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Yes there is a very good guide by efrant in original section if i am not wrong.. Follow the guide and your mob is back to stock..:good:
I am following the same,because I screwed up my root.
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