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Hello there!
So I accidentally bricked my phone a few days ago and now it is resting as a brick on my desk, but how did all of this happen, you may ask?
Well, the story is rather simple, I had the Simple ROM V. 1.4 installed on my G2 and decided to update it to version 2.0, which is posted here somewhere, but what I didn't notice was that the file I was downloading (even though it said it was compatible with all versions) was not for the D800 but for the LS980 and this bricked the phone.
First I was stuck on fastboot mode and was able to get my download mode back, but it kept saying that it couldn't flash the stock rom because it was the wrong model.
Looking online and through these forums, I found out that it was because the download mode that it had was not the right one to use, and that I needed to "destroy" download mode, enter once again in fastboot mode and flash the new download mode, this, however, turned out out to be impossible as the fastboot mode is no longer being detected by Windows nor Linux.
I installed back the USB drivers, installed Android ADB, changed the UDEV rules with mew vendors ID from the list provided by Google, updated the drivers on my PC and even tried to change the directory in which the phone would appear.
The problem resumes to this:
When in fastboot mode (connected to the PC) and type
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fastboot devices
in both Windows and Linux, I get the response as
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???????? devices
.
When I try with
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adb devices
I get back nothing.
Curious thing is that the phone does appear on Device Manager as an Android ADB device and when on Linux I use the
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lsusb
I get back that it is being recognized as
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Google Inc. 18d1 d00d
, which I believe is the phone.
When trying to run any fastboot commands, the phone stays on "waiting for device" on Linux or "flashing" on Windows and later a messages pops back at me with
Code:
Error too many links
.
With all this in mind, I would like to ask you guys, is there something that I am missing?
Any help will be truly appreciated!
PS. Forgot to mention that I have tried with other computers and have the same result and the model of my phone is the D800.
Just to add a bit more into the case.
I had installed prior to all this mess, TWRP which had a Nandroid backup in the internal storage and file backup.
When using the LG Flash tool (KDZ one) I am able to see the available storage, which is about 2.5gb. This leads me to believe that both the Nandroid backup and Backup files are still in the internal storage.
Also, I did some more digging and got information that it might be the USB cable, however, this cable worked fine the first time and with other devices. and while connecting the phone with it to the PC it will still register the device as connected, but apparently no USB port is assigned or fastboot flash tool does not find the phone.
No Boot - No Recovery - No Download Mode Unbrick Guide
Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 or Secure booting error (No Boot - No Recovery - No Download Mode) or "QHSUSB_BULK"
Hi team, if you have come here I'm sorry you are having this problem! But my friend and I have been to hell and back trying to fix this problem and we wanted to share our method of success for any poor soul who is experiencing the same thing! For our situation the USB was unplugged half way through flashing a KDZ or going back to stock firmware and created the No Boot - No Recovery - No Download Mode problem.
This has only been tested on the D855.. Just so you know.
First off, here are some links which you may need to have a look at if you have not done so already. Most of the bricking problems have already been extensively talked about by people here on XDA. For the method that works, we had to pull information from everywhere and spent a long time looking for the solution.
How to go back to stock - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2785089
Link for TOTs and KDZ's from the above thread - http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=Xda/LG+G3/Stock/
The Main Fix for the problem - http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g3/general/fix-unbrick-lg-g3-stuck-qualcomm-hs-usb-t2933853
The G2 version of the fix (for reference if you still have problems 55+ pages) http://forum.xda-developers.com/lg-g2/general/fix-unbrick-lg-g2-stuck-qualcomm-hs-usb-t2933830
This is your last stop shop if everything is broken and nothing works, involves hardware fix - http://forum.xda-developers.com/sprint-lg-g3/general/guide-fix-hard-brick-recovery-guide-t3132359
The problem we encountered several times with all of the described methods above, is that many do not describe important things. While the main fix thread for the Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 mode, which is shown in device manager, is very well written and detailed, the programs which are linked in this thread are questionable and haven't worked for many users with some offering to fix for money. We searched the internet and located a working version of the program which worked without giving a "Device was not found in dload trying to flash programmer" like the one provided on the XDA page. Use the links below for a working version from this thread http://androidforums.com/threads/lg-g2-not-turning-on-help.916865/
My first point is if you are having problems with any of the things, CHANGE YOUR USB CABLE or use the stock cable (I know most experienced users know this). The reason for this problem has something to do with different USB cables being made for different purposes and are of different qualities. Having an error on the USB ports gave us only qhsusb_bulk on windows device manager, without Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 as well.
If you are still having problems, check your USB ports. It is really important to make sure this isn't the problem or you will be trying to fix this problem endlessly.
First attach the USB cable to the computer. When you plug your phone in, make sure you attempt to enter download mode by holding the volume up button when you plug the USB into your phone. Even though the phone will not enter "Download Mode" It will allow the phone to be detected by your computer (at which point you can release the buttons, it should then show "Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008" under ports. If this is not displayed you have a problem with the USB cable or port, or your phone is hard bricked and you need to head to the above guide for the hardware fix. If you have followed so far and are wondering what to do from here, once the "Main Fix" guide ends, head over to the "How to go back to Stock" thread above. Your phone should be showing "firmware upgrade" and you can proceed to flash a new updated KDZ on your device then everything will work and your nightmare should be over!
Working Boarddiag - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzkqP9M0LLWQUkEyRkZrVHlEbDg/view
Qualcomm USB Drivers (Essential for the aforementioned "Main Fix" above) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzkqP9M0LLWQblF6Vl9OcUkwUDA/view
LG United Drivers (Phone Drivers) - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzkqP9M0LLWQUURDTHlYOW5YRms/view
If this helped you to fix your nightmare don't forget to hit the thanks button!
The "Wroking Boarddiag" asks for PW. aside from that, very good find, thanks
detected as qdloader hs usb 9008
board diag- ap check failed device not in downld mode
For all people with Windows 10 an problems with drivers (device is detected by Windows but app is not connecting). Decompress de correct cab for your Windows version, and update the driver "Qualcomm HS-USB QDloader 9008" with the path you used to extract. Now this driver isn't advertising that isn't signed anymore, and all apps will connect with your LG G3
Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 2.1.0.5 x86
Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 2.1.0.5 x64
Hi, I have the same problem, except that when I connect the usb, it shows up as "LGE AndroidNetUSB Serial Port". I'm not sure if I should try the Qualcomm route?
MrMuli said:
Hi, I have the same problem, except that when I connect the usb, it shows up as "LGE AndroidNetUSB Serial Port". I'm not sure if I should try the Qualcomm route?
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I just fixed my Lg g3 with this method. Not sure if it will work with AndroidNetUSB
Would like to help for any difficulties. (e.g. Not able to find TOT file) etc.
Thanks to @Orcam & @kryptonite
This did not work. Here's what I tried:
1. Without battery
2. Changed drivers as @shawe_ewahs says
3. With battery
4. Admin and non-admin
5. Changing COM ports
But, every time, I get:
"Device was not found in dload trying flash programmer
TEST Aborted!!"
My LG G3 D851 is in Qualcomm HS_USB QDLoader 9008 (COM 41) so I know it is in the correct mode! Agh, it is very frustrating. Any help is appreciated. Thanks.
Thanks you SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much! <3 I finally was able to fix my device *O*
furiify said:
Thanks you SOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO much! <3 I finally was able to fix my device *O*
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No problem. Hope it didn't take you as long as it took us to find all the right stuff
I'm having this problem, but when I plug in without a battery all that shows up in device manager is "Unknown USB Device (Device Descriptor Request Failed)". I tried to do the hardware fix and was able to force the device to reboot by touching the pins. But all that happens is it disconnects and reconnects from USB without being detected properly.
I should note that when I turn the phone on right now, it stays stuck in the initial LG G3 splash screen. When I plug in without a battery, it shows an empty battery icon with a wire and a triangle question mark.
Any idea what I'm doing wrong? I think if I can just figure out how to get my machine to detect my phone as the qdloader hs usb 9008 I can figure out the rest.
The boarddiag v3.99 version 1 and 2 dont work, they dont even get ejecuted, not eve trying to execute as administrator.
Just wanted to reply since I resolved my issue. It turned out that, despite the apparent inability to boot into download mode, I discovered that if I booted up the phone with a battery in it and plugged into a windows 7 laptop, and held the button down to enter download mode, it eventually let me into download mode. I really can't explain why this worked, but just wanted to put it out there. It was at least a few minutes before I noticed that the laptop chirped and it was showing the install screen in download mode.
Hope this helps someone out.
Dr1t3r said:
The boarddiag v3.99 version 1 and 2 dont work, they dont even get ejecuted, not eve trying to execute as administrator.
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phaim said:
Just wanted to reply since I resolved my issue. It turned out that, despite the apparent inability to boot into download mode, I discovered that if I booted up the phone with a battery in it and plugged into a windows 7 laptop, and held the button down to enter download mode, it eventually let me into download mode. I really can't explain why this worked, but just wanted to put it out there. It was at least a few minutes before I noticed that the laptop chirped and it was showing the install screen in download mode.
Hope this helps someone out.
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Sounds like it may be a problem with windows from what you two have said. Perhaps compatibility mode is the way to go. They did release a pretty major windows 10 update since I posted this guide.
I have had my Axon 7 for about 48 hours. I was super excited to get into as it has a great price/feature ratio.
As I usually do with a new handset, I set about unlocking, rooting, etc. This turned out to be massively annoying and not nearly as easy as I would have liked. After a couple of hours, I managed to get the bootloader unlocked, TWRP installed, and the stock firmware up to B25. When I couldn't get root to work properly (after another few hours), I decided to throw in the towel. I set about reverting everything back to factory so I could reevaluate. There is where my problems started...
In the middle of rolling back everything, somehow I am no longer able to boot the phone at all.
All the guides I have read online say to enter EDL mode but it never seems to work? I have tried using MiFlash as well as the Axon7Toolkit and both do not see the device. I have installed the Qualcomm USB drivers and I see the COM port in device manager, but it says the device isn't connected.
I get the blue ZTE logo then a split-second flash of the open chest android with the red triangle before the screen goes black. The phone is still powered on however.
BUT 'adb devices' command yields: d69520e recovery
So, I know the phone has some degree of communication with the computer.
Is all hope lost for me at this point? Or is there something else I'm missing?
Please let me know if there is any additional information needed to help figure out what's going; I will do my best to provide it.
Thanks in advance for any assistance!!
This is similar to what has happened to me. Have a look here. There are some advises, but I couldn't get it to work anymore.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=72223036
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@frustratedaxon7user
You said :
> I see the COM port in device manager, but it says the device isn't connected.
> BUT 'adb devices' command yields: d69520e recovery
It looks like that the recovery is broken (open check Android screen).
Do you mean that the phone is detected as "Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008 (COM10) in device manager?
And you got response to "adb devices" command?
I think there is a conflict here. If you got "adb devices" answer as "d69520e recovery" then the phone is in recovery
mode, not EDL mode. You must try to get in EDL by entering "adb reboot edl" command. Keep the Windows Device manager always on,
it should emit beep sound and refresh display to show the phone as "Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008" (or "QUSB_BULK") depending on your installed driver.
and if the phone is really in EDL mode, "adb devices" should no longer work (empty attached devices in answer to command). Note that in EDL mode there is nothing on the screen
so you must rely on the Device manager to deduce the status of the phone (In item USB devices), and to issue "adb devices" comand to check.
If Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008, you can flash TWRP 3.1.0-0 with MiFlash : https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72313753&postcount=44
and https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72316949&postcount=52 . You may havy to refresh several times in MiFlash for connection with the phone.
If QUSB_BULK, you can flash TWRP (tenfar signed TWRP 3.0.2) using axon7tool https://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-install-twrp-unlock-bl-flash-t3517379 (section A).
Okay so long story short: I unlocked my bootloader, flashed twrp and things like that and tried to flash lineage. This was all using the Axon 7 tool. I did something wrong and now I can't get into any other mode but EDL mode. The phone shows up in Miflash but I always get some "cant read hello packet error" and it tries to "reset" and end it eventually just stops and gives me an error. Plz help.
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Okay so long story short: I unlocked my bootloader, flashed twrp and things like that and tried to flash lineage. This was all using the Axon 7 tool. I did something wrong and now I can't get into any other mode but EDL mode. The phone shows up in Miflash but I always get some "cant read hello packet error" and it tries to "reset" and end it eventually just stops and gives me an error. Plz help.
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I assume you're not on Windows 10 x64? If you aren't, either get a PC with Win10 x64, or do this:
Connect the phone, get into EDL mode. Now go to the Device Manager, and tell me where it appears.
It can appear as:
-"Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008" under Ports (COM & LPT);
-"ZTE DFU Interface, under Ports too; or
-"QUSB_BULK" under Universal Serial Bus devices or unknown devices.
If it appears as the DFU stuff, you'll have to follow the 4th category brick repair guide. If it appears as QDLoader, right click on it, then Properties, then go to Bits per second and put the number at 115200 or 128000 if it's not there. Then hold the 3 buttons (vol and power) until Windows beeps and the device manager spazzes and the phone flashes the red led, then try MiFlash again.
If it appears as QUSB_BULK, uninstall the driver (tick delete driver software too) and restart edl.
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I assume you're not on Windows 10 x64? If you aren't, either get a PC with Win10 x64, or do this:
Connect the phone, get into EDL mode. Now go to the Device Manager, and tell me where it appears.
It can appear as:
-"Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008" under Ports (COM & LPT);
-"ZTE DFU Interface, under Ports too; or
-"QUSB_BULK" under Universal Serial Bus devices or unknown devices.
If it appears as the DFU stuff, you'll have to follow the 4th category brick repair guide. If it appears as QDLoader, right click on it, then Properties, then go to Bits per second and put the number at 115200 or 128000 if it's not there. Then hold the 3 buttons (vol and power) until Windows beeps and the device manager spazzes and the phone flashes the red led, then try MiFlash again.
If it appears as QUSB_BULK, uninstall the driver (tick delete driver software too) and restart edl.
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I'm on win10 64bit
daevion0 said:
I'm on win10 64bit
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Then do everything I described above or just try another PC. It always happens that one PC can be decided not to let you unbrick your phone for some reason
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Then do everything I described above or just try another PC. It always happens that one PC can be decided not to let you unbrick your phone for some reason
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Is there no other option? is there no other way to at least get fast boot mode back on my phone?
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Is there no other option? is there no other way to at least get fast boot mode back on my phone?
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Lol nope, not if EDL is not working for you. You still didn't tell me whether you have a DFU brick or not. If you do have a DFU brick the only surefire way is to disassemble your phone and short a testpad, so don't complain.
Try what I told you above. It may be that it's set at 9600 baud
daevion0 said:
Okay so long story short: I unlocked my bootloader, flashed twrp and things like that and tried to flash lineage. This was all using the Axon 7 tool. I did something wrong and now I can't get into any other mode but EDL mode. The phone shows up in Miflash but I always get some "cant read hello packet error" and it tries to "reset" and end it eventually just stops and gives me an error. Plz help.
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1. You must use "Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008" driver (there is another one call zidag but it's not work here)
2. As soos as you enter EDL mode, you must press "Flash" as quick as possible
i'm in a similar situation... i did "fastboot oem lock" and now i'm in a loop trying to boot the phone, after the 3time it enters edl (i see the red light).
My model is de G model (2017G) can i use miFlash just to restore the recovery and fastboot?
i had installed lineageOS, when connecting my phone it says that is the U model (2017U) but i think is only a label tag from the rom...
Thansks for the help!!
A 64 bit computer is not really necessary, however it is adviced.
I used a 32bit laptop running Win 10 to rescue mine.
Drivers seem to be a major problem, having the correct up to date drivers is a must.
Also try using Edl Tool and the Axon7 tool kit to access flashing.
Zadig drivers can help in some instances.
With the error you are receiving, have you tried another Edl package?
I was using an Edl package that would not finish flashing either, try a different package and make sure its correct for your phone.
I hope you get it sorted
The hello read package does occur when the phone is not really EDL mode anymore. You always have to restart the phone and boot manually into EDL mode with + - Power and you have to reboot everytime you did or if the hello error happens.
Look under device manager if it says Qualcomm instead of ZTE Device Handset. If that is the case you can build your own EDL cable.
"First I opened the cable and cut the Black and green open, then I connected all the black and green one together and pressed the power button until the red led was gone and 2 additional seconds.
After that I disconnected the modded cable and connected the Phone to the PC with the orginal cable and it showed up as Qualcomm HS-USB QDLoader 9008. "
You can install the qualcomm drivers under the MiFlash tab in the latest version.
i finally solve my issue following the guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/a2017-4th-category-brick-repair-manual-t3585898 there is also a resume on https://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-dfu-unbrick-guide-disassembly-t3731152
I managed to identify the test point on the motherboard.
This allows the tablet to switch from Qualcomm HS-USB Diagnostics 900E driver mode to Qualcom HS-USB QDLoader 9008 mode.
My tablet could not be booted into bootloader, recovery or system.
Button vibration did not work.
The tablet only logged on to a PC with the Qualcomm HS-USB Diagnostics 900E driver.
The EDL cable did not help and the buttons of the 900E driver only restarted.
Photos and brief instructions I posted on the Russian forum here:
http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=849554&view=findpost&p=90398828
I attach the photo here.
Only one hidden test point is connected to the metal frame (needle).
My tutorial on the Russian forum has been updated, missing the source file for MiFlash.
Today it was added.
Downgrade from Android 8.1 to 7.1.1 is possible!
Applies to tablets with unlocked bootloader.
The entire factory clean version must be reinstalled.
Use the same installation and tools as in the introductory link.
It is necessary to install in EDL mode.
To start EDL mode (driver 9008) from a working tablet, follow these steps:
1) Turn off the tablet
2) run the device manager in windows - ports
3) run and set up MiFlash (firmware path,option "save user data")
4) connect tablet to computer (USB)
5) hold all three buttons on the tablet (power+volumeUP+volumeDown) until the 9008 driver loads in the windows manager
6) run "refresh" in MiFlash without delay and immediately afterwards "flash"
It is important to start recording as soon as the driver is loaded, otherwise the input will close even if the driver remains loaded!
If there is a delay in recording, the EDL mode may close and the recording will not work.
In this case, you must start by disconnecting the tablet and turning it off.
The restored tablet remains unlocked (if you have unlocked it previously) while Lenovo updates work.
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Just to clarify, the test points on the board are the points you see on the board labeled "FORCE, VDD, TX, RX" and can be different sizes.
One such point was hidden under a folded out frame and that is the correct one. Connect this point with a needle to the metal frame and follow the order of operations in the instructions.
MiFlash - recommended:
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System:
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Follow the procedure.
After loading 9008, release the checkpoint as soon as possible.
I used XiaoMiFlash (beta).
You need to prepare XiaoMiFlash before taking action.
"Refresh" and "flash" should start immediately after disconnecting the breakpoints.
The path to the XiaoMiFlash firmware should only be "bat" files, not "images".
The fact that the 9008 driver loads in Windows indicates a functional boot.
You "only" need to complete the remaining steps correctly and on time.
If unsuccessful, repeat the procedure by disconnecting the battery.
If you changed the drivers manually, uninstall them first.
Let them download automatically.
There is a risk that this is not the 9008 driver.
You'll still need this:
The files contained in the image folder TB-X304L_S000035_170703_ROW_QFIL.rar need to be put into the inage folder X304L and then use this folder for MiFlash.
I have to thank You a lot. You saved my good old Lenovo. First when I read Your tutorial, I thought that could never ever work. I was exactly same problem as You were. I tried everything, even raindance. Nothing not helped. Two weeks with drivers, softwares, thousand tutorials...etc. But that did the trick! Now when I know How to unbrick totally dead Lenovo, it is actually only 10 minutes and lenovo fired up again.
Actually it is really easy do with linux by using QDL. No driver hassles or timing when connect or similar. I've linux installed, so if someone gonna try this, Live linux from USB stick working as well. User friendly could be for example Linux Mint Mate, Ubuntu...
1. Install Linux Your USB device and boot it by using Your PC.
2. Get QDL flash tool for Your PC (free and very easy to use).
3. Install QDL depencies: libxml2 and libudev (fastboot is optional, if unlocking bootloader same time).
sudo apt-get install libxml2 libudev fastboot
4. Stop modem manager: sudo systemctl stop ModemManager
5. Start flashing : ./qdl --storage emmc --include <Your Whole Stock firmware path> <Firehose path> <RAW program path (xml format)> <patch0 path (xml format)>
Enter and QDL start waiting for EDL device....
Next open second terminal for monitoring: dmesg and as You can see it is coursed 900e mode.
Next disconnect battery and leave it disconnected whole process time. Now it is time to short testpoint. reconnect device to PC when testpoint is shorted and check dmesg . When You'll see it changing 9008 mode. You're ready to start flashing. At this moment QDL still waiting EDL device > Ctrl+C and start over again ./qdl ...etc and flashing starting.
This is how easily You can hard unbrick Lenovo X304F Tab4 10 or X304L.
In my case I accidently Flashed X704 firmware to my device. It went just fine. But when booting, You know. I tought that's it! But It wasn't. Thanks again @StaryMuz.
I'm glad you found my advice helpful. The Linux tutorial is useful and it's good that you posted it.
i ended up bootlooping on the lenovo logo (tbx304L) and locked bootloader
and is it necessary to be on stock 8.1 to downgrade? @StaryMuz
the recovery shows 7.1.1 but still bootlooping
StaryMuz said:
I managed to identify the test point on the motherboard.
This allows the tablet to switch from Qualcomm HS-USB Diagnostics 900E driver mode to Qualcom HS-USB QDLoader 9008 mode.
My tablet could not be booted into bootloader, recovery or system.
Button vibration did not work.
The tablet only logged on to a PC with the Qualcomm HS-USB Diagnostics 900E driver.
The EDL cable did not help and the buttons of the 900E driver only restarted.
Photos and brief instructions I posted on the Russian forum here:
http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?s=&showtopic=849554&view=findpost&p=90398828
I attach the photo here.
Only one hidden test point is connected to the metal frame (needle).
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Many of the links for the rescue files are now missing but I will share how I rescued my TB-X304F in 2023. I followed your photo indicating the test point location/ trick along with the Lenovo Rescue and Smart Assistant program.
Rescue and Smart Assistant (RSA) - Lenovo Support US
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1) open the tablet
2) Remove the metal cover
3) Carefully Peel/bend the metal frame around the chip on the right in order to find the hidden test point. It is right under the frame. (the frame should gently move away from the chip, the frame is not difficult)
Now be sure to install the Lenovo Rescue and Smart Assistant program on your PC. Launch it, and look up the tablet's firmware by either S/N or manually looking it up. Download the necessary firmware files within the program until you get to the point of start rescue. Click Proceed, ok, ok, until you get to the screen that says: Find QDLoader COM Port which is asking you to hold the volume +&- but we have already tried that and didn't work so at this point then do the following:
- disconnect the battery
- connect the USB cable to the phone and computer
- Connect the test point with a needle (touch) to the frame and hold
- connect the battery and watch the driver in the windows manager
- as the 9008 driver loads, disconnect the point and let the Lenovo Rescue and Smart Assistant do its thing.
Tablet rescued!