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I screwed up, now every ROM is effected!

I hated the 128MB partition that mounts with the internal 8GB and my sdcard, so I used gparted via ubuntu to remove it and expand the linux-swap partition to fill the 128MB of unallocated space. Now no ROMs I use can mount the internal or external storage, nor can I mount it via USB- unless I'm in recovery. From recovery I can read the sdcard and mount it to browse via USB. Anyone have a solultion for this? I've wiped data and system and tried other ROMs, but each one is affected with the same issue.

Try a hard reset
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jdkoreclipse said:
Try a hard reset
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Meaning to remove root, nand unlock, etc and start fresh?

No...its the clear storage option in the bootloadwr
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jdkoreclipse said:
No...its the clear storage option in the bootloadwr
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My mistake. I just did that, waiting for results now.

xvenom89 said:
My mistake. I just did that, waiting for results now.
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Nope, that did not work. My sdcard and internal storage are not mounting. Anyone else have an idea?

try a method posted in the cm6 thread
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try a method posted in the cm6 thread
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This?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=7319333&postcount=753
I don't see that as a solution. I need it to detect my storage like it does out of the box, as it did before I deleted one of the partitions. There has to be a way to restore it to factory defaults; I don't mind having to start from scratch at this point.

My only idea that might work is to flash a PB31IMG.zip from the bootloader... Anyone else have an insight?

Just an update, this fixed it:
http://androidforums.com/all-things...ideo-howto-unroot-incredible-downgrading.html
Update2:
I can get my phone running the original 2.2 leaked ota, but trying to upgrade to skyraider 2.5.2 from there brings me back to square one...

I can only access them while booted using the original 2.1 ROM or the first 2.1 OTA. When I upgrade to ANY Froyo ROM, the internal storage and sdcard disappear. I wish someone here would help me out so I can move on with my life; it's been this way for 24 hours now and I can't take it anymore.

Have you tried to just remake the partitions as they were?

lamerto said:
Have you tried to just remake the partitions as they were?
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I cannot figure out how. Clue me in? I've used clockworkmod recovery to format each partition manually, but that didn't help.

I restored completely to stock as described here, followed by using unrevoked to root. From the stock 2.1 OS, I can read from the SD Card and Internal storage just fine. I then upgrade the radio to 2.15.00.07.28, as described here; everything still works at this point. Then I choose any 2.2-based ROM (skyraider, pmf, stock, cyanogenmod, etc) to upgrade to and install it via clockworkmod recovery. At that point, the booted system no longer reads from the SD Card or Internal Storage (BOTH are declaired "Unavailable" under Menu -> Settings -> SD & Phone Storage). From recovery I can still mount the SD Card via USB.
Before this mess I was running Skyraider 2.2 almost flawlessly, then I was picky and chose to use gparted via Ubuntu to delete the smaller ~128MB partition that mounted along side the SD Card and Internal Storage because it annoyed me. After deleting it, I expanded the linux-swap partition to fill the unallocated space. I did all this while the system was booted (after applying unrevoked-forever, so it would actually take effect). I then downloaded and installed the Skyraider 2.5.2 upgrade and that is when I first discovered this problem.
I think it MIGHT be fixable if I could figure out how to manually edit configurations to mount both partitions at boot.
I hope what happened is now clear to you all, because I'm dying here without my Incredible. I can't use it properly without the SD Card mounted, so I'm using a Palm Pre Plus for the time being. I could use a 2.1 ROM, but I became too in love with Froyo to part so soon. Please, if anyone has suggestions I would love to hear them. Thanks..

Since it seems nobody else has a clue how to work with this, I'm trying more things. I don't know why I didn't think of it before, but I'm editing the phone's fstab.
What was included:
/dev/block/mtdblock5 /cache auto rw
/dev/block/mmcblk0p1 /data auto rw
/dev/block/mtdblock6 /datadata yaffs2 rw
/dev/block/mtdblock3 /system yaffs2 rw
/dev/block/mmcblk1 /sdcard vfat rw
/dev/block/mmcblk1p2 /sd-ext auto rw
I added "/dev/block/mmcblk0p3 /emmc auto rw" for the internal storage and it worked once after I rebooted, but the sd card issue hasn't changed at all. It's already defined in the fstab, so why isn't it mounting?

So now sometimes the internal storage mounts and sometimes it doesn't. Anyway, with the sd card, now I found another interesting detail: the phone recognizes a different 2GB micro sd card while booted, but not the 16GB one I've been using for ages, the one that mounts fine in clockworkmod recovery and in 2.1 ROMs. It used to mount fine in Froyo, now it is "Unavailable". Why is this?

Xvenom89,
Wished I could help. But being a noob.....
If nothing else, at least I've bumped the thread for you. (-:
Just in case it helps, if the file you're referring to is vold.fstabs, the only entries in mine are;
dev_mount sdcard /mnt/sdcard auto /devices/platform/goldfish_mmc.0 /devices/platform/msm_sdcc.2/mmc_host/mmc1
dev_mount emmc /mnt/emmc 3 /
devices/platform/msm_sdcc.3/mmc_host/mmc2
Maybe you could PM one of the more friendly devs and ask if they'd mind making a suggestion.
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Unrevoked forever
SkyRaider 2.5.2 Sense
Hrdra kernel ocuv_ov_v10 (#2)

I'm having the same issue with the OTA Froyo update. So I was wondering, did you figure out a way to fix this issue?

xvenom89 said:
I cannot figure out how. Clue me in? I've used clockworkmod recovery to format each partition manually, but that didn't help.
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Uh, if you can't figure out how, how did you manage to delete one?
Methinks you should have at least written down the details from the removed partitions before you removed them
It just seems sane.
I'm sorry to sound harsh, but, what were you thinking? It's a few megabytes that you risked the usability of your phone for.
That said, I think only recreating them yourself would fix it properly - possibly given the partition map of another Incredible (heck, maybe just dumping the first 512 bytes of the emmc device, assuming it's MBR, from a working incredible and having you patch that in would fix it.).

Yea what were you thinking, you don't just delete partitions randomly >.

[Q] Did I just FUBAR my Desire? [Fixed]

Hi.
Desire suddenly doesn't want to read any kind of sdcards anymore. Powering on brings me to FASTBOOT. CWM just says that it can't mount /dev/block/mmcblk0p1. Also, SD-EXT was supposed to be there, it fails to find that one as well. Also Win7 suddenly says it can't find driver for Qualcomm CDMA Technologies MSM? WTH is that?
It did OK not ten minutes ago before it happened. PC reads any kind of sdcards fine.
Ok, my bad. I've been swapping sdcards. I've been pulling battery out, because sometimes it had hanged.
In short, did I somehow FUBAR it? Or is there something I can yet try?

have u try to go into recovery an do a fully wipe an the install the rom again

Yes. It wipes DATA, CACHE and then complains that "No app2sd partition found" (I can live with that) and Can't mount /dev/block/mmcblk0p1 (or /dev/block/mmcblk0)
I've done partitioning with GParted. Also, that sdcard is stock 4 GB that came with the device.
Also, for info, I'm running S-OFF and CWM 2.5.1.8

Search for usb brick.
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Try to remove the SD Card from phone, insert it again, power up and go to the recovery/mounts&storage, try to unmount and then mount SD Card.
See if that helps, i had similiar issue and it helped me. (Also be sure FAT32 is first partition followed by ext3/4 and ofcourse both primary!)

cralias said:
Yes. It wipes DATA, CACHE and then complains that "No app2sd partition found" (I can live with that) and Can't mount /dev/block/mmcblk0p1 (or /dev/block/mmcblk0)
I've done partitioning with GParted. Also, that sdcard is stock 4 GB that came with the device.
Also, for info, I'm running S-OFF and CWM 2.5.1.8
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try use use cwm 3.0.0.5 an do a fully wipe an new partion whit cwm 3.0.0.5
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=9207285&postcount=1

Take a look at this thread.

Ok, thx for fast responses. Will try this now.
EDIT: Huuuuge amounts of thanks for pointing me at USB-BRICK fix thread. Didn't even know it was called like that.
I was totally like "what I've done!!?" and started a thread without sitting down and thinking about the problem, sorry about that.

Did I mess up my SD card??!!Error Mounting

This is what I have been getting in errors when I try to delete my dalvik-cache. Has anyone seen this.
can't mount dev block mmcblk0p2 (or /dev/block/mmcblk0)
(no such device)
error mounting /sdext/!
skipping format.........

Anyone??.... I tried an alternate SD card but it still gave the same error. I am thinking I need to start from scratch and reroot my phone.
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Marcus, I'm not sure if it is an SD card issue. It's possible, however, if you've tried a separate card like you've stated and still got the same error message, my first thought is to reflash your recovery. Afterwards, backup your SD card to your computer and then reformat it. Then do a clean wipe and then reflash your rom.

That is exactly what I am thinking. Start from scratch and get my phone working like its supposed to. Thanks for the inforrmation.

marcusva79 said:
This is what I have been getting in errors when I try to delete my dalvik-cache. Has anyone seen this.
can't mount dev block mmcblk0p2 (or /dev/block/mmcblk0)
(no such device)
error mounting /sdext/!
skipping format.........
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I would follow Doug's suggestion. Also, did this just start happening out of the blue? Or was it after making changes / alterations to your sd card (partitioned it maybe?). If there are no problems with a different sd card (if you have one to try), perhaps there is a problem with your card. You could try using windows to check the disk for errors, or perhaps try reformatting it or re partitioning it.

I did try one other card and I gave me the same error. This did also happen after I did a partition to my card. I am going to start from scratch and have everything prepared for viruses monster rom that is coming out today. I will update when I'm done. Thanks guys.
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Well I rerooted and it still giving me the same errors. Bummer. I might have to use ubuntu.

Problem with link2sd

At first i got error damaged sd card (it isnt damaged i changed 3 sd cards ) then i restart the phone launched link2sd app it ask me what the type of partition (ext2/3/4/fat32) i choose ext2 error invalid argument same if i make the partition fat32 any thoughts?

are you sure it's an ext2 partition? (the 2nd partition)....there's a good tutorial on here somewhere for how to set up your mem card for link2sd. mine is ext3.
if you're not sure, you can try loading the mem card on your pc, right clock, choose properties and it will tell you which file system you are using.
in order to use link2sd effectively, you basically want your main partition to be fat32 (for storage of music/video/whatever), and then your secondary partition should be no more than 1gb and either ext3 or ext4 i think.
mine is set up with around 13gb fat 32, and 1gb ext3, stock rom, rooted, link2sd. works like a charm. look up the tutorial though, and it will tell you how to prepare your sd card before you set up link2sd.

im sure its ext2 and if i make it fat32 i get error faild to connect app bla bla read only file...

alexlarisa said:
im sure its ext2 and if i make it fat32 i get error faild to connect app bla bla read only file...
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i'm still confused....when you say "it"....you do mean the 2nd partition, right?
you haven't formatted your entire sd card as one huge ext2 partition?
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just found that tutorial.....try following this guide and see if you still have problems afterwards?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1432459&highlight=set+up+sd+card
i'd also suggest that you try different file systems/find out which is most stable for your card....depends on your card and your rom from what i can tell (although, i've also noticed that some configurations that are apparently not compatible, do work, and sometimes better than any other....just try your options, see what works best for you....same goes with most hacking/modding i think, e.g. OC'ing works really well for some guys with the exact same phone as me, but if i OC, my phone goes nuts....I guess it's tiny variations in hardware, but try your options, see what's stable, what works, and stick to that)

Gloris said:
i'm still confused....when you say "it"....you do mean the 2nd partition, right?
you haven't formatted your entire sd card as one huge ext2 partition?
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just found that tutorial.....try following this guide and see if you still have problems afterwards?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1432459&highlight=set+up+sd+card
i'd also suggest that you try different file systems/find out which is most stable for your card....depends on your card and your rom from what i can tell (although, i've also noticed that some configurations that are apparently not compatible, do work, and sometimes better than any other....just try your options, see what works best for you....same goes with most hacking/modding i think, e.g. OC'ing works really well for some guys with the exact same phone as me, but if i OC, my phone goes nuts....I guess it's tiny variations in hardware, but try your options, see what's stable, what works, and stick to that)
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yes i mean the 2nd partition most stable is fat32 but every 2 days i get an error faild to link app bla bla bla ready only file

Try this tutorial which I used and has certainly worked for me
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=21119907#post21119907

i did and i have this errors :/

alexlarisa said:
i did and i have this errors :/
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What type of SD is it? speed/size, etc.
Did you try rebuilding your mount script in Link2SD.
To me it sounds like a bad SD card. Once in a blue moon I will get the second partition not mounting but a quick boot from Link2SD fixes that.

SanDisk class 4 8gb i tryied rebuld the mount script it says invalid argument ....

alexlarisa said:
SanDisk class 4 8gb i tryied rebuld the mount script it says invalid argument ....
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Has it ever worked for you?

yes but every 2 days i get this error and i have to wipe the partition and remake it

Have you tried doing a full wipe, wipe dalvik, clean reinstall of your ROM?

i am on stock rom s-off rooted

are you OC'd?
I had massive problems when I installed the OC kernel on the stock rom...

alexlarisa said:
i am on stock rom s-off rooted
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Maybe try flashing a ROM that supports link2SD better (ext2/4 support).
Try something like this if you like sense - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1432259
Otherwise flash CM7 !

@Gloris no @se-nsei i am noob at flashing roms but ill give it a shot thx any way

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@Gloris no @se-nsei i am noob at flashing roms but ill give it a shot thx any way
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we were all noobs once, and time to learn is ALWAYS...
so start by flashing recovery... then choose rom and flash it, it's really painless process... most of the times ... u can find all the guides here on the forums ...

b02, you couldn't be more right. We were all noobs until we learned and tried to go just a little bit further. Every day is a learning day. It doesn't hurt to follow some rich tutorials that we can find here, get some practice and maybe later we are "teaching" others how to do things. Nobody should be ashamed of being a noob.

Accidentally formatted ex sd card in cmw !!

Hello All,
This is my first thread! I recently rooted my tmo sgs2 in order to get the full potential out of my phone. I loved it and was going flash crazy. Everything seemed to be going well until i accidentally formatted my external sd card in CMW. I was on Jug 5.0 Ultimate ICS edition and now im on the blackedition. Now all my backups are gone and some things on the phone dont seem to be working properly. Any suggestions? I tried looking through other threads but none seemed to help. Any feedback would help.
Thank you
-From a noob that just wants the best out of his phone

how important is recovering the data? typically a 'deletion'/'format' just dereferences the blocks from the memory allocation table so the data is still there. and thus you can use recovery software to get most of it back. but i'm basing this off experience with hdds and ntfs not flash memory (and probably fat32).
and formatting it shouldn't affect how your phone runs unless you moved app installations to it...

Either don't copy anything to the SD, and use a program like undelete I think is the name, wouldnt flash anythig from this method anyways, or dl a new ROM to the SD card and reflash, wiping he SD is wiping the SD, that's ur own bad and no way to actually "restore"

OK well i didnt move any of my apps to my sd so im guessing the rom is just kind of buggy then. But now when im in the process of wiping dalvik code it says
E:unknown volume for path [/sd-ext] ?!?!?

henryvutran14 said:
OK well i didnt move any of my apps to my sd so im guessing the rom is just kind of buggy then. But now when im in the process of wiping dalvik code it says
E:unknown volume for path [/sd-ext] ?!?!?
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It says that when i wipe dalvik as well but ive never wiped my sd so i don't think that's why
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Did a little googling,
/sd-ext is the mount point for Linux EXT-type partitions used with Apps2SD. It was a clever gludge from before Android supported moving apps natively; supported ROMs moved all installed apps to this new partition and symlinked them back to /data/app, so tricking the OS. Subsequent installations went to this partition also.The error is perfectly normal on devices with no EXT partition and is simply a result of the CWM code supporting a huge range of devices.
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