Hey guys, I just upgraded from my good old galaxy s3 to the htc one m8 (ATT), pretty stoked.
I was having issues with unlocking my bootloader. I installed the Android SDK properly, but no matter what I did, I could never get fastboot to work. I always got an error message saying "adbwinapi.dll is missing". I searched online and came across these two threads:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=781386
http://androidforums.com/threads/adbwinapi-dll-not-found-error.609867/
which unfortunately didn't have the right solutions
What finally worked for me was copying adb.exe, adbWinApi.dll , and Fastboot.exe to the folder I downloaded from htcdev "fastboot-win". I then ran cmd prompt from that folder (shift + right click) and entered the command "fastboot oem get_identifier_token" which finally worked.
TLDR: copy adb.exe, adbwinapi.dll and fastboot.exe from SDK install folder to the folder you downloaded from htc dev unlock.
hopefully this will be useful for someone stuck with my same issue.
Was getting the same issue
This totally worked when I encountered this. No sure why the files needed to be moved over but voila. Nice tip.
Thank you very much
it is worked!!!
Worked Thank you
xxkid123 said:
Hey guys, I just upgraded from my good old galaxy s3 to the htc one m8 (ATT), pretty stoked.
I was having issues with unlocking my bootloader. I installed the Android SDK properly, but no matter what I did, I could never get fastboot to work. I always got an error message saying "adbwinapi.dll is missing". I searched online and came across these two threads:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=781386
http://androidforums.com/threads/adbwinapi-dll-not-found-error.609867/
which unfortunately didn't have the right solutions
What finally worked for me was copying adb.exe, adbWinApi.dll , and Fastboot.exe to the folder I downloaded from htcdev "fastboot-win". I then ran cmd prompt from that folder (shift + right click) and entered the command "fastboot oem get_identifier_token" which finally worked.
TLDR: copy adb.exe, adbwinapi.dll and fastboot.exe from SDK install folder to the folder you downloaded from htc dev unlock.
hopefully this will be useful for someone stuck with my same issue.
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Copied .Worked like a charm. Thanks mate.:good:
Fix for adbwinapi.dll is missing
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thanks for this article
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thanks
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thanks for this post
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i also need help
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if you want to help then come here.
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thanks
You should install HTCSync before trying to connect this device to a PC. HTCSync install includes all the necessary files for adb/fastboot, and should remove the missing DLL error.
khushbu1 said:
if you want to help then come here
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If your issue is directly relevant to the thread subject, feel free to post it here. Otherwise, find a relevant thread, or create a new one.
For that matter, all "help" threads (including this one, actually) should be posted in the Q&A section, not here in "General": https://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/help
Also, I would make the constructive suggestion: Please don't post to this forum like it's a twitter feed or SMS. Take a few minutes to compose your forum post, and think about what you are trying to say or ask, before hitting the post/reply button. Posting a few words or a single sentence every 5 minutes is confusing and clutters up the forum.
For example, if you ask for help, post as much information as possible about your device (carrier, region version, OS version), the events that led up to the issue, step-by-step description of what you have done or tried to fix the problem, specific file names of anything you installed, etc. A lot of folks will ask for help by just posting a sentence or two, which is simply the wrong way to go about it. Just forces us to request all the basic information they should have provided to begin with.
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Can get my nexus 7 to take the 4.1.2. os update? I loaded Clock Work Recovery and can see the error message? See attached .txt. file.
Can anyone help resolve why, I've tried about 50 different ways and no cigar:crying:
stevey00 said:
Can get my nexus 7 to take the 4.1.2. os update? I loaded Clock Work Recovery and can see the error message? See attached .txt. file.
Can anyone help resolve why, I've tried about 50 different ways and no cigar:crying:
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Patching BrowserProviderProxy.odex failed. Get the bootloader, system.img, boot.img from the 4.2 factory image and flash those via fastboot. Afterwards, boot clockwork recovery and wipe cache and dalvik.
stevey00 said:
Can get my nexus 7 to take the 4.1.2. os update? I loaded Clock Work Recovery and can see the error message? See attached .txt. file.
Can anyone help resolve why, I've tried about 50 different ways and no cigar:crying:
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You probably added the stock Ics browser for flash or something. Part of that procedure is to rename the file BrowserProviderProxy.odex to a backup name like BrowserProviderProxy.odex1. All you need to do is rename it back to the proper name. You can use something like root explorer or command line.
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Here is the original thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1780746
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You probably added the stock Ics browser for flash or something. Part of that procedure is to rename the file BrowserProviderProxy.odex to a backup name like BrowserProviderProxy.odex1. All you need to do is rename it back to the proper name. You can use something like root explorer or command line.
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Here is the original thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1780746
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I had the same problem with es explorer. So I went to settings - root settings - unchecked each option and then rechecked it. Then i went back to the system - apps folder and renamed it - no problems. Good luck.
first thanks tewilove test it for everyone and maximka18 give file it for us
1. do it with adb file
2. rename file 306sh_RUIM.txt to 306sh_RUIM
3. open terminal
adb push 306sh_RUIM /data/local/tmp
adb shell chmod 755 /data/local/tmp/306sh_RUIM
adb shell /data/local/tmp/306sh_RUIM
Then cmd shows MSL & reboot.
i realy scare when my device show a red square, but it will boot normaly, and we have a code MSL for this device
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So you just copied existing information from another thread to make a new thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/aqu...ock-thread-t3008141/post58319443#post58319443
etirkca said:
So you just copied existing information from another thread to make a new thread?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/aqu...ock-thread-t3008141/post58319443#post58319443
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i test it in my device from instruction tewilove, and write a new thread for everyone can see it, not coppy, just test it for people, im so sad when you said me just copied
whynot4444 said:
i test it in my device from instruction tewilove, and write a new thread for everyone can see it, not coppy, just test it for people, im so sad when you said me just copied
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Can any expert to list down the whole process of unlock? I have been searching for solution for few months..
Boonwei said:
Can any expert to list down the whole process of unlock? I have been searching for solution for few months..
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i wrote instruction at first comment, but it just found MSL, not unlock GSM
whynot4444 said:
i wrote instruction at first comment, but it just found MSL, not unlock GSM
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But it unlocks for use with other CDMA right?
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whynot4444 said:
i wrote instruction at first comment, but it just found MSL, not unlock GSM
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whynot4444 said:
first thanks tewilove test it for everyone and maximka18 give file it for us
1. do it with adb file
2. rename file 306sh_RUIM.txt to 306sh_RUIM
3. open terminal
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1. where is adb file?
2. I can't rename the file as it shows as a txt file but renaming doesn't even show the extension.
3. what terminal?
I have never had Android before so I don't know all this
NemesisMB said:
But it unlocks for use with other CDMA right?
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1. where is adb file?
2. I can't rename the file as it shows as a txt file but renaming doesn't even show the extension.
3. what terminal?
I have never had Android before so I don't know all this
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adb file you can download it on internet
when you rename, just erase .txt, then follow instruction
just cmd on PC
whynot4444 said:
adb file you can download it on internet
when you rename, just erase .txt, then follow instruction
just cmd on PC
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adb file you can download it on internet
when you rename, just erase .txt, then follow instruction
just cmd on PC
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There is no ".txt" in the file name of 306sh_RUIM.txt. I mean it is showing as file type text but the name is Just "306sh_RUIM".
EDIT: OKAY I RENAMED USING CMD
NemesisMB said:
There is no ".txt" in the file name of 306sh_RUIM.txt. I mean it is showing as file type text but the name is Just "306sh_RUIM".
EDIT: OKAY I RENAMED USING CMD
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Hi , am new to this,
I have moved the .apk file to mobile and renamed the file 306sh_RUIM.txt,
Can you please tell me the next step to proceed further.
NemesisMB said:
There is no ".txt" in the file name of 306sh_RUIM.txt. I mean it is showing as file type text but the name is Just "306sh_RUIM".
EDIT: OKAY I RENAMED USING CMD
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go to control panel, choose folder option, choose show hiden file, then 306sh_RUIM will show 306sh_RUIM
Kumar281 said:
Hi , am new to this,
I have moved the .apk file to mobile and renamed the file 306sh_RUIM.txt,
Can you please tell me the next step to proceed further.
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OK I did it.
First download the adb tools. You also need to download the Sharp Crystal USB adb driver and install on your PC. Activate USB Debugging on your phone settings. If you cannot find it then go to Settings and About Phone and activate developer options. Connect to PC via USB and Allow USB Debugging when asked on your phone.
I moved the 306sh_RUIM file to the adb folder. Then press SHIFT+RIGHT CLICK and click 'Open Command Prompt Here".
Thereafter you have to follow all the commands as mentioned above. Just type in command prompt one by one. I'm sharing my Screenshot as well.
I did it via teamviewer because my dad is using the phone in India. He is getting the Reliance Network but not able to make a call probably because the SIM is not not activated by Reliance yet.
NemesisMB said:
OK I did it.
First download the adb tools. You also need to download the Sharp Crystal USB adb driver and install on your PC. Activate USB Debugging on your phone settings. If you cannot find it then go to Settings and About Phone and activate developer options. Connect to PC via USB and Allow USB Debugging when asked on your phone.
I moved the 306sh_RUIM file to the adb folder. Then press SHIFT+RIGHT CLICK and click 'Open Command Prompt Here".
Thereafter you have to follow all the commands as mentioned above. Just type in command prompt one by one. I'm sharing my Screenshot as well.
I did it via teamviewer because my dad is using the phone in India. He is getting the Reliance Network but not able to make a call probably because the SIM is not not activated by Reliance yet.
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Thanks for your reply will check today and share my feedback.
Thanks. All
I successfully unlocked the SIM card and able to use a cdma SIM in India.
Checked data network. It works fine.
Checked tethering also. It works fine.
Sent from my 306SH using XDA Free mobile app
Sharp aquos
NemesisMB said:
But it unlocks for use with other CDMA right?
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1. where is adb file?
2. I can't rename the file as it shows as a txt file but renaming doesn't even show the extension.
3. what terminal?
I have never had Android before so I don't know all this
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Dear
Can u help me program my sharp aquos for reliance.
if anything chargeable i will pay.
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Kumar281 said:
Thanks. All
I successfully unlocked the SIM card and able to use a cdma SIM in India.
Checked data network. It works fine.
Checked tethering also. It works fine.
Sent from my 306SH using XDA Free mobile app
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Hi Dear
Can U help to do it for me i will pay the charges.
thanks
girish
9372299999
9404001234
[email protected]
NemesisMB said:
OK I did it.
First download the adb tools. You also need to download the Sharp Crystal USB adb driver and install on your PC. Activate USB Debugging on your phone settings. If you cannot find it then go to Settings and About Phone and activate developer options. Connect to PC via USB and Allow USB Debugging when asked on your phone.
I moved the 306sh_RUIM file to the adb folder. Then press SHIFT+RIGHT CLICK and click 'Open Command Prompt Here".
Thereafter you have to follow all the commands as mentioned above. Just type in command prompt one by one. I'm sharing my Screenshot as well.
I did it via teamviewer because my dad is using the phone in India. He is getting the Reliance Network but not able to make a call probably because the SIM is not not activated by Reliance yet.
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Hello..
So, I follow your instructions and I got my MSL code, but how do I enter it on the phone? I'm not in USA. A friend bought for me a Sprint prepaid version.
Thanks in advance for the help.
whynot4444 said:
first thanks tewilove test it for everyone and maximka18 give file it for us
1. do it with adb file
2. rename file 306sh_RUIM.txt to 306sh_RUIM
3. open terminal
adb push 306sh_RUIM /data/local/tmp
adb shell chmod 755 /data/local/tmp/306sh_RUIM
adb shell /data/local/tmp/306sh_RUIM
Then cmd shows MSL & reboot.
i realy scare when my device show a red square, but it will boot normaly, and we have a code MSL for this device
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hey why after unlock there is no option GSM/UMTS in network
what i seen from ting after UICC Unlock there in Network Mode will have option for GSM/UMTS and if we select it the phone will restart..
loonbg said:
hey why after unlock there is no option GSM/UMTS in network
what i seen from ting after UICC Unlock there in Network Mode will have option for GSM/UMTS and if we select it the phone will restart..
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no, it just unlock CDMA, not GSM, i ask sprint and it said the repaid phone can use any where except USA
lccnsk said:
Dear
Can u help me program my sharp aquos for reliance.
if anything chargeable i will pay.
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Hi Dear
Can U help to do it for me i will pay the charges.
thanks
girish
9372299999
9404001234
[email protected]
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there are no charges. Just download the files from the first post of this thread, google and download adb file and follow above instructions.
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wllaw said:
Hello..
So, I follow your instructions and I got my MSL code, but how do I enter it on the phone? I'm not in USA. A friend bought for me a Sprint prepaid version.
Thanks in advance for the help.
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No need to enter it anywhere. Your phone should reboot automatically and you should be able to use any cdma SIM provided it is on the same band that this phone uses.
Sharp Aqous PROGRAMMING
NemesisMB said:
there are no charges. Just download the files from the first post of this thread, google and download adb file and follow above instructions.
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No need to enter it anywhere. Your phone should reboot automatically and you should be able to use any cdma SIM provided it is on the same band that this phone uses.
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Dear Sir,
i am not so technical can u help me to do it thru team viewer.
i have sprint sharp aqous prepaid, no range lines are there in phone.
kindly help.
thanks in advance
GIRISH
9372299999
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Dear sir
pls help to program i am new to this
thanks
girish
9372299999
NemesisMB said:
No need to enter it anywhere. Your phone should reboot automatically and you should be able to use any cdma SIM provided it is on the same band that this phone uses.
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After it reboot, it will try to "Configuring your device for voice and data", but it always failed. So, now I'm stuck with voice and text only. Can't use data. Did you put the SIM card during the unlocking process?
Seems like sprint has cut off access to hotspot in the settings in the gs8 can some help me by pasting a copy of there tiles/location to see if i can just copy it into mines (assuming you have access to hotspot) to see if that would work?
Just follow the instructions here takes about 2 minutes to do:
https://www.xda-developers.com/thre...ickbaity-tricks-for-your-new-galaxy-s8-or-s8/
it will look basically like this, just copy and paste it here:
dream2qltesq:/ $ settings get secure sysui_qs_tiles
Wifi,SilentMode,Bluetooth,RotationLock,AirplaneMode,WifiCalling,Flashlight,Hoebil Hotspot,custom(com.android.settings/com.samsung.android.settings.qstile.PowerSavingTile),custom(com.samsung.android.lool/com.samsung.android.sm.ui.booster.PerformanceTile),WifiHotspot,BlueLightFilter,custom(com.samsung.knox.securefolder/.switcher.SecureFolderTile),Location,custom(com.android.nfc/com.samsung.android.nfc.quicktile.NfcTile),custom(com.samsung.android.app.aodservice/.settings.AODTileService),custom(com.samsung.android.smartmirroring/.tile.SmartMirroringTile),custom(com.samsung.android.oneconnect/.external.DeviceVisibilityTile),DormantMode,custom(com.android.settings/com.samsung.android.settings.qstile.SecAccountTiles),MobileData,custom(com.samsung.android.app.cocktailbarservice/com.samsung.android.app.edgelighting.tile.EdgeLightingTile),MobileData,Hotspot
Thanks in Advance.
Daddy43205 said:
Seems like sprint has cut off access to hotspot in the settings in the gs8 can some help me by pasting a copy of there tiles/location to see if i can just copy it into mines (assuming you have access to hotspot) to see if that would work?
Just follow the instructions here takes about 2 minutes to do:
https://www.xda-developers.com/thre...ickbaity-tricks-for-your-new-galaxy-s8-or-s8/
it will look basically like this, just copy and paste it here:
dream2qltesq:/ $ settings get secure sysui_qs_tiles
Wifi,SilentMode,Bluetooth,RotationLock,AirplaneMode,WifiCalling,Flashlight,Hoebil Hotspot,custom(com.android.settings/com.samsung.android.settings.qstile.PowerSavingTile),custom(com.samsung.android.lool/com.samsung.android.sm.ui.booster.PerformanceTile),WifiHotspot,BlueLightFilter,custom(com.samsung.knox.securefolder/.switcher.SecureFolderTile),Location,custom(com.android.nfc/com.samsung.android.nfc.quicktile.NfcTile),custom(com.samsung.android.app.aodservice/.settings.AODTileService),custom(com.samsung.android.smartmirroring/.tile.SmartMirroringTile),custom(com.samsung.android.oneconnect/.external.DeviceVisibilityTile),DormantMode,custom(com.android.settings/com.samsung.android.settings.qstile.SecAccountTiles),MobileData,custom(com.samsung.android.app.cocktailbarservice/com.samsung.android.app.edgelighting.tile.EdgeLightingTile),MobileData,Hotspot
Thanks in Advance.
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There you mate:
Code:
Wifi,MobileData,SilentMode,Bluetooth,RotationLock,Flashlight,AirplaneMode,WifiCalling,custom(com.android.settings/com.samsung.android.settings.qstile.PowerSavingTile),custom(com.samsung.android.lool/com.samsung.android.sm.ui.booster.PerformanceTile),WifiHotspot,BlueLightFilter,custom(com.samsung.knox.securefolder/.switcher.SecureFolderTile),Location,custom(com.android.nfc/com.samsung.android.nfc.quicktile.NfcTile),custom(com.samsung.android.app.aodservice/.settings.AODTileService),custom(com.samsung.android.smartmirroring/.tile.SmartMirroringTile),custom(com.samsung.android.oneconnect/.external.DeviceVisibilityTile),DormantMode,custom(com.android.settings/com.samsung.android.settings.qstile.SecAccountTiles),custom(com.samsung.android.app.cocktailbarservice/com.samsung.android.app.edgelighting.tile.EdgeLightingTile),work
From T-Mobile GS8
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You might also wanna look at this https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72017727&postcount=9
It could be a Sprint thing as well with no Hotspot settings at all
I want to change the bootlogo (NOT BOOT ANIMATION).
I couldn't find the logo.bin anywhere. But there are few pngs in /system/media/images about charging.
If anybody come up with a solution for this, please let me know.
Thanks
Yes you can use this tool：http://www.daxiaamu.com/3605，use menu 8,then menu i，and drag png 1080p into it
Error:404 said:
I want to change the bootlogo (NOT BOOT ANIMATION).
I couldn't find the logo.bin anywhere. But there are few pngs in /system/media/images about charging.
If anybody come up with a solution for this, please let me know.
Thanks
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This is the method I've been using, pretty straight forward.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/themes/mod-splashinjector-t3650374
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/themes/mod-splashinjector-t3650374
Piplup702 said:
This is the method I've been using, pretty straight forward.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/themes/mod-splashinjector-t3650374
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/oneplus-5/themes/mod-splashinjector-t3650374
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Hi!
Thanks mate. Can you assist me through the entire process?
I'm using Windows. Tell me what do I need to download and can't I do this in Android terminal?
Error:404 said:
Hi!
Thanks mate. Can you assist me through the entire process?
I'm using Windows. Tell me what do I need to download and can't I do this in Android terminal?
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Since you're using Windows (like me) it's a little different than what it says in the link. You have to download and install Git bash. https://github.com/ethanbanker2428/SplashInjector/blob/1.5/README.md
Go to above link and read instructions (that page has a link for Git) Go to install directory, which should be C:/ProgramFiles/Git and run Git bash. That link will tell you how to install the Splash Injector tool once you install Git. Pretty straight forward after that but feel free to ask questions if you get stuck anywhere
Piplup702 said:
Since you're using Windows (like me) it's a little different than what it says in the link. You have to download and install Git bash. https://github.com/ethanbanker2428/SplashInjector/blob/1.5/README.md
Go to above link and read instructions (that page has a link for Git) Go to install directory, which should be C:/ProgramFiles/Git and run Git bash. That link will tell you how to install the Splash Injector tool once you install Git. Pretty straight forward after that but feel free to ask questions if you get stuck anywhere
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I'm wondering if I can do this all in the Android shell itself?
Because my Windows has permission issues, I f***d it up real bad lol. I can't run git shell.
It is analogous to say I don't have a PC...
Error:404 said:
I'm wondering if I can do this all in the Android shell itself?
Because my Windows has permission issues, I f***d it up real bad lol. I can't run git shell.
It is analogous to say I don't have a PC...
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Not really sure if that's possible.
Use a root browser and go to Dev/block/platform/soc/1da4000.ufshc/by-name and you will see a file named LOGO that is your logo.bin file. Copy and paste somewhere else. From there I have no idea lol Though I will do some research in the AM to see if it is at all possible
Piplup702 said:
Not really sure if that's possible.
Use a root browser and go to Dev/block/platform/soc/1da4000.ufshc/by-name and you will see a file named LOGO that is your logo.bin file. Copy and paste somewhere else. From there I have no idea lol Though I will do some research in the AM to see if it is at all possible
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Lol okay!
So I've been trying to root the xt but currently cannot find any links that are up to date, like the TWRP. Is there an up to date guide on how to root the xt?
Seriously..? There are plenty of guides posted. Other than that, just follow the instructions from yueng's twrp post to install madvane's version (or better yet, Google around for better instructions, and just use madvane's file). Then you just flash whatever SU manager you like (I prefer magisk).
I really don't want to sound like a jerk, but.. if you can't handle that, you really shouldn't be rooting your phone. It's a whole new level of PITA that only someone who's extremely tech savvy can reap more benefits than utter, miserable pain.
See post 1:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-ascend-xt/help/huawei-ascend-xt-h1611-t3507933
There are other instructions elsewhere you can search for, but those should work for rooting the XT.
ordinary_peoples said:
So I've been trying to root the xt but currently cannot find any links that are up to date, like the TWRP. Is there an up to date guide on how to root the xt?
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divineBliss said:
See post 1:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-ascend-xt/help/huawei-ascend-xt-h1611-t3507933
There are other instructions elsewhere you can search for, but those should work for rooting the XT.
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I've tried those and almost every other one I've been able to find...the twrp or recovery file in the first part of that post doesn't exist...and the rest I've found are corrupt or also don't exist...found everything else I need as far as I know except that...
-n0cturne- said:
Seriously..? There are plenty of guides posted. Other than that, just follow the instructions from yueng's twrp post to install madvane's version (or better yet, Google around for better instructions, and just use madvane's file). Then you just flash whatever SU manager you like (I prefer magisk).
I really don't want to sound like a jerk, but.. if you can't handle that, you really shouldn't be rooting your phone. It's a whole new level of PITA that only someone who's extremely tech savvy can reap more benefits than utter, miserable pain.
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you got links for yuengs post? or even just the link for mads version? I can't find it to save my life haha
but on another note I've rooted a few phones before just the xt is giving me a hard time and finding a twrp that works is proving more difficult than I thought..even searches on here and google...but that's really all I'm missing is that..
ordinary_peoples said:
you got links for yuengs post? or even just the link for mads version? I can't find it to save my life haha
but on another note I've rooted a few phones before just the xt is giving me a hard time and finding a twrp that works is proving more difficult than I thought..even searches on here and google...but that's really all I'm missing is that..
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I did find one posted by madvayne under the unofficial 5/21/17 thread but everytime I try to flash it it says it cannot open it, it's with adb and fastboot so not sure....
ordinary_peoples said:
I did find one posted by madvayne under the unofficial 5/21/17 thread but everytime I try to flash it it says it cannot open it, it's with adb and fastboot so not sure....
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So in developer options you have "Enable OEM unlock" enabled and in security have "Unknown Sources" enabled?
yuweng's TWRP is in the zip file and the img file needs to be renamed after unzipping depending on what instructions you are following to boot or flash it:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=71184622&postcount=1425
As you said, the original TWRP link in the OP of that thread is broken.
ordinary_peoples said:
I did find one posted by madvayne under the unofficial 5/21/17 thread but everytime I try to flash it it says it cannot open it, it's with adb and fastboot so not sure....
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You can try this too:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/huawei-ascend-xt/how-to/huawei-ascend-xt-h1611-feb27-2017-t3564389
popeye2014 said:
So in developer options you have "Enable OEM unlock" enabled and in security have "Unknown Sources" enabled?
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yeah both are enabled....adb fastboot all works...tried twrp in with adb and fastboot and says cant open...phones definitely unlocked and obviously bootloader is unlocked.
Post the command you are running and a listing of the directory contents of the directory you were in which you ran the command.
ordinary_peoples said:
yeah both are enabled....adb fastboot all works...tried twrp in with adb and fastboot and says cant open...phones definitely unlocked and obviously bootloader is unlocked.
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And post the full error message screen.
divineBliss said:
Post the command you are running and a listing of the directory contents of the directory you were in which you ran the command.
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And post the full error message screen.
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for twrp I've tried
adb shell reboot bootloader...to get into fastboot/rescue
fastboot devices ..to double check its still recognized
fastboot boot TWRP.img
also have tried fastboot flash twrp or flash recovery twrp...
and do you mean where are the commands being ran from?
maybe I'm just putting the wrong things but I swear I've followed it exactly...but even then something is wrong...
The "thanks button" for those who don't know what it is:
https://www.xda-developers.com/introducing-the-thanks-button-on-xda/
Yes, post the dir output from where you are running "fastboot".
ordinary_peoples said:
for twrp I've tried
adb shell reboot bootloader...to get into fastboot/rescue
fastboot devices ..to double check its still recognized
fastboot boot TWRP.img
also have tried fastboot flash twrp or flash recovery twrp...
and do you mean where are the commands being ran from?
maybe I'm just putting the wrong things but I swear I've followed it exactly...but even then something is wrong...
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fastboot boot TWRP.img comes up as cannot load TWRP.img : no such file or directory
ran from cmd out of windows
even running from cmd out of the adb folder which goes to user not system it says the same thing
but not sure how to get the dir output....noobish lol never had to since all my other roots went fine but this phone
Is TWRP.img in same folder as fastboot.exe file? It seems to not be.
ordinary_peoples said:
fastboot boot TWRP.img comes up as cannot load TWRP.img : no such file or directory
ran from cmd out of windows
even running from cmd out of the adb folder which goes to user not system it says the same thing
but not sure how to get the dir output....noobish lol never had to since all my other roots went fine but this phone
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Is TWRP.img in same folder as fastboot.exe file? It seems to not be.
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you would think that would be it but nope its in there lol
Type "dir" from the same command line window you typed fastboot command from and post the output. Does TWRP.img show up in the output of the dir command?
ordinary_peoples said:
you would think that would be it but nope its in there lol
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Type "dir" from the same command line window you typed fastboot command from and post the output. Does TWRP.img show up in the output of the dir command?
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Microsoft Windows [Version 10.0.15063]
(c) 2017 Microsoft Corporation. All rights reserved.
C:\Users\baileycancino>adb devices
List of devices attached
A9M0216913010982 device
C:\Users\baileycancino>adb shell reboot bootloader
C:\Users\baileycancino>fastboot devices
1967e115 fastboot
C:\Users\baileycancino>fastboot boot TWRP.img
cannot load 'TWRP.img': No such file or directory
C:\Users\baileycancino>dir
Volume in drive C is OS
Volume Serial Number is AEFB-B6F6
Directory of C:\Users\baileycancino
01/02/2018 10:14 PM <DIR> .
01/02/2018 10:14 PM <DIR> ..
01/02/2018 09:30 PM <DIR> .android
12/30/2017 01:18 AM <DIR> .AndroidStudio3.0
10/21/2017 02:27 AM <DIR> .TianTianVM
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Contacts
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Desktop
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Documents
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Downloads
09/22/2017 06:56 PM <DIR> Dropbox
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Favorites
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Links
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Music
12/05/2017 02:32 PM <DIR> OneDrive
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Pictures
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Saved Games
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Searches
01/02/2018 10:35 PM <DIR> Videos
0 File(s) 0 bytes
18 Dir(s) 34,665,484,288 bytes free
C:\Users\baileycancino>
that's running cmd from the folder that has adb and fastboot
not sure if the dir is correct...sorry lol
Nope, fastboot, adb, TWRP.img are not in that dir output. Just find TWRP.img and move it into your directory you listed above, then the fastboot boot TWRP.img command will work .
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Tell me it's working....
ordinary_peoples said:
yeah both are enabled....adb fastboot all works...tried twrp in with adb and fastboot and says cant open...phones definitely unlocked and obviously bootloader is unlocked.
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Filenames can be finicky.. rename whatever the unzipped image file is to 'twrp.img', and try again. Again, I'd use yuwengs instructions to install madvane's 5-21-17 version. Just make sure to backup your default recovery first in case something goes wrong - can Google for more complete twrp install directions, it's fairly universal besides the necessity to use an img built for your device.
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Take it you don't have much command prompt or console experience...
Download and install 'minimal adb and fastboot' and 'universal adb driver' (both can be found on xda or via a Google search). Find the directory you installed 'minimal adb and fastboot' into and copy the twrp img there (now would be a good time for a crc check). Find the shortcut in your start menu for 'minimal adb and fastboot', right click it and run as administrator (or go to properties and enable running as administrator by default). Type 'dir' in the cmd prompt that pops up and confirm that the twrp img is there, then type 'adb devices' to confirm your phone is connected and recognized. Then proceed with the twrp install directions..
What do you need root for? Unlike what many claim, it doesn't make your phone faster - it's for advanced users with specific needs. Getting the phone unlocked and rooted is the easy part, compared to keeping it running smoothly afterward..
I wanted/have root so I could debloat the phone myself and avoid AT&T bloatware crap from running to save RAM/CPU/battery. But yes, just rooting the stock ROM won't improve anything without further action.
OP's problem with being unable to access TWRP.img is that TWRP.img is not in the directory where they ran the fastboot command and its path wasn't specified in the fastboot command. Obviously they have fastboot in the command path since it's not in the dir listing and still ran.
My guess is that they resolved the issue since they stopped posting.
-n0cturne- said:
Filenames can be finicky.. rename whatever the unzipped image file is to 'twrp.img', and try again. Again, I'd use yuwengs instructions to install madvane's 5-21-17 version. Just make sure to backup your default recovery first in case something goes wrong - can Google for more complete twrp install directions, it's fairly universal besides the necessity to use an img built for your device.
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Take it you don't have much command prompt or console experience...
Download and install 'minimal adb and fastboot' and 'universal adb driver' (both can be found on xda or via a Google search). Find the directory you installed 'minimal adb and fastboot' into and copy the twrp img there (now would be a good time for a crc check). Find the shortcut in your start menu for 'minimal adb and fastboot', right click it and run as administrator (or go to properties and enable running as administrator by default). Type 'dir' in the cmd prompt that pops up and confirm that the twrp img is there, then type 'adb devices' to confirm your phone is connected and recognized. Then proceed with the twrp install directions..
What do you need root for? Unlike what many claim, it doesn't make your phone faster - it's for advanced users with specific needs. Getting the phone unlocked and rooted is the easy part, compared to keeping it running smoothly afterward..
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