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I'm following instructions given by karnovaran "How to root the Droid 2"
I have a Droid 2 running 2.2 OS, latest SDK, latest Moto drivers. I'm new to Droid 2 but not to windows or linux. After running the instructions rageagainstthecage, waiting to be kicked out, and then issuing "adb kill-server". The following command "adb devices" lists my device as "offline" and not surprising "adb shell" give me the "error: device offline".
The similar threads didn't seem to help. Does anyone have an idea?
Just use z4root. It's no longer on the market but you can download it from its official thread. The Droid 2 works beautifully with it.
Thank You for the quick reply. I will take a look and see if a z4root is a better route to take. I will also watch for other replies. I am as curious as to way rageagainstthecage is not working as I am to complete the rooting process. Has Verison block this application? I'm even more curoius to know why providing something as simple as superuser to a linux OS is so shrouded in voodoo. It may just be something simple I missed but the device goes offline on the phone side and I can not reconnect until it is rebooted.
Well, rageagainstthecage is an exploit that tricks the adb daemon on the phone into running as root instead of setuid'ing to a non-root user. Once that's accomplished you can do pretty much anything through adb such as installing system level packages and changing some system configuration files. Basically all the existing root methods for the Droid 2 use rageagainstthecage to obtain root and then fix the system to allow any user to su to root.
Verizon can't block the exploit because the bug is in the adb daemon which a vendor really shouldn't touch. As for why it might not be working on your phone, rageagainstthecage really relies on what is called a race condition. The exploit has to kill the adb daemon and fork off another process before the adb daemon is restarted. Sometimes it fails to do so.
Really z4root has made most previous methods obsolete. It does the hard work for you.
Thank you for that very fine explaination. I guess I will proceed to z4root now.
Just a last followup.
Z4root worked prefect! I'm rooted, got the SDK connected to Netbeans and the latest moto drivers. Let the games begin.
Thank you again Spitemare
Hi there, I got a similar problem. I downloaded z4root as well but the thing simply quits halfway. No error message appears and the device remains unrooted. What else can I do?
elsenoire said:
Hi there, I got a similar problem. I downloaded z4root as well but the thing simply quits halfway. No error message appears and the device remains unrooted. What else can I do?
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Try this
Reboot your device then try running the app again ....
It would quit half way on me too but a fresh reboot did the trick
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Hello Everyone,
Just got my Nexus 4 the other day and have loved every minute spent with it. I'm trying to root it using the apparently fool-proof cf-auto root, but --despite apparent success-- have been having issues installing the fastboot drivers. Despite downloading and installing the appropriate drivers with the Nexus 4 toolkit, following all the instructions, troubleshooting a bit (switching from MTP to TPT USB mode to get those drivers as advised at the end of the toolkit instructions), I have had no luck at all with cf-auto root. The first step, where I think it says it will unlock the bootloader before the root, I get "The system cannot find the path specified." The phone is recognized and drivers have been automatically obtained from the internet exactly when they were supposed to be, according to the step by step instructions in the toolkit and the cf-auto root guide.
I really can't wait to get this thing rooted. Anyone have any idea as to what I can do? Also, what exactly do I need to uninstall/reset so that I can start the process from scratch in case that's necessary? Thanks so much everyone. Can't wait to have some actually fun questions to ask...
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Hello Everyone,
Just got my Nexus 4 the other day and have loved every minute spent with it. I'm trying to root it using the apparently fool-proof cf-auto root, but --despite apparent success-- have been having issues installing the fastboot drivers. Despite downloading and installing the appropriate drivers with the Nexus 4 toolkit, following all the instructions, troubleshooting a bit (switching from MTP to TPT USB mode to get those drivers as advised at the end of the toolkit instructions), I have had no luck at all with cf-auto root. The first step, where I think it says it will unlock the bootloader before the root, I get "The system cannot find the path specified." The phone is recognized and drivers have been automatically obtained from the internet exactly when they were supposed to be, according to the step by step instructions in the toolkit and the cf-auto root guide.
I really can't wait to get this thing rooted. Anyone have any idea as to what I can do? Also, what exactly do I need to uninstall/reset so that I can start the process from scratch in case that's necessary? Thanks so much everyone. Can't wait to have some actually fun questions to ask...
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forgot to mention that i downloaded android sdk for drivers too.
According to this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=45897011#post45897011
you can get ADB root without rooting your phone first. I want to install the modded wifi tethering app on my VZW G2 but don't want to root it if I don't have to (mainly just because of time constraints). I have searched how to do this, but all the instructions I find say you need to be rooted to use ADB Insecure/root. If it is possible to just get ADB root without rooting your phone, can someone point to detailed instructions?
Yes, look for the root thread and use the side load adb option. Next, buy that dev a beer.
Hello XDA!
I'm not sure how many of you are using a Verizon G2 but unfortunately, my LG G2 VS9803AA Lolliopop 5.0.2 has proven quite difficult to get rooted. After trying several different rooting methods, it appears that the only two that seem to work reliably are KingRoot and KingoRoot. Some people have stated that these are both created by the same company, but after some searching it appears that KingoRoot is developed by a company called "FingerPower Technologies" while KingRoot was developed by King Studio. Apparently, not much is known about either company and there are reports of this software collecting questionable data from its users. I don't know much about the inner workings of cell phones or what information would be considered dangerous in the hands of others, but I've read that they possibly collect users' IMEI's as well as a couple of other things I know nothing about. They claim the information they collect is simply used during their sophisticated rooting process (which is what makes it so much more successful than other methods, I guess) and is discarded after use, never being stored anywhere. On the other hand, there are also plenty of raving reviews about these two rooting methods suggesting that they are the best & easiest methods to date. So I'm making this post to ask you guys your opinions on these two different rooting options, the differences between them, and whether or not one should be preferred over another (or not used at all).
Upon installation, there are some noticeable differences. After installing KingRoot, there was no shortcut created for the SuperUser app that it uses (KingoRoot does create a shortcut to its SuperUser app) so I'm not sure if they are using the same one or not. I believe KingRoot uses one called "KingUser" and KingoRoot uses one called "Kingo SuperUser," but I could be mistaken. KingRoot also installs an app that KingoRoot does not, called Purify. It seems like it could be a handy little well-made app that helps manage your battery by intelligently monitoring what apps you frequently use vs which apps are auto-starting and using up memory and shuts them down. It also helps manage pesky notifications. It has a very high score in the app store, so obviously people are enjoying it (or they're well versed in fake reviews, perhaps). It, as well, requires you to enable it under your "Accessibility" settings, however; presumably meaning it needs deeper access to your phone than most apps? It also claims to function optimally when your device is rooted. KingoRoot, on the other hand, did not appear to install anything aside from its SuperUser app on my device. Though, I have recently read that the newest version offers an application similar to KingRoot's Purify app called "Kingo SuperBattery."
Another difference is an app called Super Su-Me. It must be purchased (for around $4) from the app store, but it supposedly removes KingRoot from your phone after a successful root, and replaces it's SuperUser app with SuperSU - that way you no longer have to worry about it performing any malicious data-mining without you knowing (and because SuperSU is a better app in general). For some reason, this app is only offered for KingRoot and does not work on KingoRoot - which makes me think they must use a different rooting process? What do you guys think?
Both of them just use a simple 1-click - wait a couple of minutes - reboot - and done! method. In my opinion, IF they turn out to be offering reputable software with absolutely no malicious intent - then I must admit that these two rooting methods are quite impressive. I'd love to hear your guys' thoughts on the matter. Have you used them before? What did you think? Would you trust this software? Have you noticed any other differences between them? If you wouldn't suggest I use either of them, what methods would you recommend I use to my (difficult) G2 VS9803AA? I will list all of the rooting methods I have tried (and failed with) below. Let me know what you guys think!
Methods that have failed to root my LG G2 VS9803AA 5.0.2 device:
LG One Click Root
iRoot (formerly vRoot)
Towel Root
ioRoot
Stump Root
Methods that have succeeded in rooting my LG G2 VS9803AA 5.0.2 device:
KingRoot
KingoRoot
Methods that I have not tried (either because I have not had time, or because I read a report that it would not work on my device):
FramaRoot
Universal Androot
Z4Root
Baidu Root
Easy Rooting Toolkit
CF Auto-Root
SRS Root
Root Master
Root Genius
360 Super Root
Sincerely,
Terri (Psy)
Note: If there are any other reliable rooting methods that I have not listed, please let me know so I can keep the list as comprehensive as possible. Thanks!
Thanks for this info. I have to go back to my G2 for a couple months and could not find a good root method. I ended up using Kingroot but removed kingroot su using this link, https://www.droidmen.com/remove-kingroot-kinguser-with-supersu/ampand now have Super SU
Rybean said:
Thanks for this info. I have to go back to my G2 for a couple months and could not find a good root method. I ended up using Kingroot but removed kingroot su using this link, https://www.droidmen.com/remove-kingroot-kinguser-with-supersu/ampand now have Super SU
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You're very welcome, Rybean. Thanks for providing that link as well. That appears to be a better method than having to purchase an app from the playstore to replace KingRoot's SU with SuperSU. Has everything worked out well for you so far?
Rybean said:
Thanks for this info. I have to go back to my G2 for a couple months and could not find a good root method. I ended up using Kingroot but removed kingroot su using this link, https://www.droidmen.com/remove-kingroot-kinguser-with-supersu/ampand now have Super SU
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After testing the above method to remove KingRoot's superuser and replace it with SuperSU, after a fresh root with KingRoot - I can confirm that it works without issue. So, if any of you decide to utilize the KingRoot rooting method and would like to switch over to SuperSU - please try this method first. If it does not work, then I suggest trying the SuperSU-Me app from the Play Store.
Rybean said:
Thanks for this info. I have to go back to my G2 for a couple months and could not find a good root method. I ended up using Kingroot but removed kingroot su using this link, https://www.droidmen.com/remove-kingroot-kinguser-with-supersu/ampand now have Super SU
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That link doesn't seem to work anymore.... Also, any advice on KingoRoot, as far as replacing it with SuperSU goes?
everything about smartphone security is so scary. You get firewall with one click, you get root with one and you still don't know what kind code have them.
Found By: Shadeclan
Shadeclan foun this on another forumn. i have tested this methos and it worked flawlessly. do not waste your time with apps. they will ruin your tablet. tested on latest version android 5.0 to date.
Method Update
After much work, I finally rooted my ME176CE/K013C with Android 5.0 that I received in the beginning of December 2016. Basically, I was able to do it with the instructions from
asus.com/zentalk/thread-24309-1-1.html but the link for the ADB drivers are outdated. While there is a link to the original source of this method in this thread, I could not get any of the links to work. I finally tracked down a somewhat updated article.
I would post all the links here but, unfortunately, I'm new and the forum rules prevent me from doing that. I'll put down as much of the link as I can - a Google search should bring it up. If the locations I've posted become broken, a search for "ZenFoneRootKit*.zip" and "ADB drivers" should bring up the proper files. One of the neat things about this method is it, apparently, can be done from a Linux machine!
FYI: I scanned all downloaded files with Avira Antivirus and found them clean.
It says that it's only for ZenFone 5 but it worked great on my ME176CE! On reviewing this thread, it seems like using root methods that are only supposed to be used on some other device is the fate of this poor tablet.
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A one-click root method is available for ZenFone 5 to help advanced users who are looking for a guide to gain root access after the Android Lollipop upgrade which Asus released recently with software version 3.23.40.52.
Key points
The following root method is applicable for ZenFone 5 T00F/T00J WW models only. Do not use this on any other device.
Ensure that you have created a backup of all the data of your phone, as the root method is likely to wipe out everything.
Note that rooting the device will void the manufacturer's warranty.
The battery of the phone should have at least 80% charge, to avoid any sudden shut down due to lack of power, which could damage the device.
How to root Asus ZenFone 5 on Android Lollipop
Step-1: Download root file for ZenFone 5
Download link for ZenFoneRootKit_20150528.zip: mediafire.com/file/4tvn9s4ksj4czw1/ZenFoneRootKit_20150528.zip
Step-2: Extract the root package on your PC using a tool like 7-zip
Step-3: Install ADB drivers on the PC - download link: adbdriver.com/downloads/
Step-4: Enable USB debugging on the phone
Go to Settings>> About phone>> Software information and tap on build number seven times
Go to Settings then Developer options, from there enable the USB debugging
Step-5: Connect the ZenFone to the PC using a USB cable. You should get a pop-up saying Allow USB debugging on the phone. Tick the check box that says Always allow for this
computer and press OK
Step-6: With the phone connected to the PC, run the Root.bat file. Just double click on the file to run it. For Linux and Mac, run root.sh file
Step-7: Your phone will now reboot into fastboot mode automatically and then start flashing the root files. Once the process is completed, the phone will reboot automatically
You can confirm the root access on your phone by downloading the root checker app from the Play Store. Just open the app and tap on Verify Root and grant root access. thanks click on links that i provided that helps how to install ADB.
I wish you success in your root quest!
Even easyer, a tethered recovery and flash supersu, hop tab rooted without any app.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/development/intel-android-devices-root-temp-cwm-t2975096