OK my Epic with Viper 5.0 will not flash Rodderick's Genocide Kernel. I was able to zip install on CW 2. whatever, with viper running and saw a huge difference in batt life over just the rom.Now that I have switched to EXT4 and CW 3.0 I get install aborted over and over. Could this be because the rom already has the kernel built in the rom and installed in or am I doing or missing something in the wrong?
My main reason for asking this is back when I was on RFS I did not have a problem with flashing any kernel and getting at the very least with heavy use a good day and a half of up time on the batt. Now its 3/4 if not less with heavy use on my current config.
It almost sounds like the zip u downloaded is not for CWM 3.x. But I know for a fact I installed Genocide using CWM 3.x so it should exist. Have you tried redownloading it? Maybe its messed up.?
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I have tired another dl but still the same result. What gives. I guess its the matter of it the rom comes with the kernel that could be causing the issue too right?
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Whats up guys,
got a quick question. i just downloaded the fresh 3.5 Rom yesterday and have no problems with it what so ever, very fast and responsive. out of curiousity ive been looking around at kernels, and have realized that i can get my phone even faster. i know that fresh's Rom already comes with a kernel, but like i said, out of curiousity im looking to see if i can get it even faster. i place the folder onto the sd card, and wipe the cach and douch (whatever its called), and go to flash the file under recovery mode only to find myself searching through the files within the kernel folder (kernel, system, and META-INF) instead of actually installing the kernel itself. what am i doing wrong here?
:FYI i am also using a mac if that makes a difference at all
It sounds like you extracted the zip file.
Try downloading the zip using the xda app or tapatalk.
And don't unzip it just put it on the root, if using Amon_RA 1.8 or leave in downloads if using 2.1.1 or Clockwork
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Well what i did was download the file straight from the xda forums, and dragged it from the downloads list once it was finished and onto the root. I didnt unzip anything on purpose, but maybe it does it automatically?
And i am using Clockwork, what exactly do u mean leave in the downloads?
Flash the kernel in exactly the same way that you flashed fresh's rom. If you used rom manager to flash the rom then these instructions don't apply. Try downloading the kernel with your phone, and then reboot to clockwork and go to flash zip. From there navigate the folders until you get to your chosen kernel. It will be in "downloads" or "my downloads" or "tapatalk downloads" or something along those lines.
Thanks a bunch man, helped me figure out my problem. I flashed the 4.1.9.1 netarchy-toastmod and it runs very nice. I ended up getting the zip off of xda and downloading it straight to the root, flashing it and rebooting sucessfully. Thanks againA
Excellent glad it worked out for you.
Glad it worked for ya
When flashing the kernel from stock, say HTC #15 to something else (ziggy, net, etc.), and then flashing back to HTC #15, will those other kernels leave anything behind that can cause trouble for the HTC kernel?
I'm thinking settings/temp files/other files that one kernel leaves behind aside from cache/dalvik.
Does that happen?
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When flashing the kernel from stock, say HTC #15 to something else (ziggy, net, etc.), and then flashing back to HTC #15, will those other kernels leave anything behind that can cause trouble for the HTC kernel?
I'm thinking settings/temp files/other files that one kernel leaves behind aside from cache/dalvik.
Does that happen?
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Modules will more than likely be left behind. Possibly other files such as a vdd folder if the kernel adjusts vdd on the fly. It all depends on what the kernel installs when flashed and what it does when running.
So far I have overclocked htc #15, added all the governors minus userspace, undervolted it on the lowest frequencies (at the kernel), and the only modules it uses are the stock ones for wifi and wimax.
well i am a little lost... i tried to update the kernel to the newest version of savaged zen. But got stuck on the white screen, so i went back and wiped both catches again, then i got to the boot animation and now thats looping.. okay so i made a backup before starting but now after wiping everything and restoring the backup is boot looping too. Any suggestions?
Try another kernel. I am using the BCblend kernel from november, it's awesome and very stable. Once you get it booted, go into your advanced wifi settings and set your sleep policy to never.
well... my backup boot loops too... wouldnt the backup have the old kernel?
It's possible your phone doesn't like that kernel either, mine didn't. How long were you running it before flashing the new kernel? I would try at least a couple more kernels and if you still can't get it booted then wipe and start over. What version of MIUI are you running?
In my opinion...if you have a good working kernel do not change it. From what ive seen every custom rom is based off a stock rom that comes with a kernel. Usually only custom kernels that match the rom version work well. So it could be the rom and the kernel dont work well together. One thing is nobody seems to list which kernel version is from which rom. So its hard to tell. Also I think your pri version will mess with compatability also. Basically newest rom versions should work with newest kernels. But if your on an older rom...the older kernels will probably work better. And usually kernels come out (it seems) before rom versions. Like new miui kernel supports 4g, but the rom does not support it yet. Also nandroid? backups should have the kernel also. Not sure bout miui backup. But wiping and installing it fresh usually works well. If not you know the deal..wipe everything..then flash the rom..and start over So.....find a good one...keep it=no issues
Evo - Myn 2.2 RLS 3 - Clockwork - HBoot .76
I'm using the stock Gingerbread "Leak" rom version 4.12.651.1 that was leaked recently and I played around with it at first. Took several pictures and videos and enjoyed getting back to having Sense on my phone.
I used Kernel Manager Lite to download and install the Netarchy Toastmod-cfs-havs-more-sbc kernel and at now everytime I open up the camera it shows a white screen and I can't take a picture or video anymore.
Is there a why to uninstall or undo this kernel without having to reflash my Evo? I'd like to go back to just the stock kernel i guess. I even tried to use the Kernal Manager Lite to download and install a different Netarchy Toastmod kernel but it wouldn't install it over a previous kernel and when I clicked on the kernel I already have installed it won't give me an option to uninstall it...
Thanks for any help you guys can give me.
Find the stock kernel for that ROM and flash in recovery after wiping cache and dalvik cache.I will try to find stock kernel for that ROM.
Yeah there's no way to undo once u flash a kernel.....may I make a suggestions for ya foe the future.....Ive been doing this for a while......flash the ROM and make a backup once yur all setup...this way u can tinker with the rom and kernels and themes and what not.......and if those tweaks don't work for ya......u got a backup of a fully stock rom......
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Thanks guys for the awesome advice!
Reverepats, it's funny you said that because that's the first thing that I thought about after this happened and I'm still kicking myself for not backing it up before flashing the kernel LOL It'll be a lesson learned I guess
Ianmb, that would be AWESOME if someone had this. I'll keep looking for this too but if I have to I guess my only recourse would be to wipe it all and reflash all over again... /sigh
There is a post for a working kernel for that ROM on the second page if the ROM is the stock 4.xxx. Stock kernel 15 I think, can't upload file from my phone?
ianmb, thanks for looking but I can't find any stock kernel #15 out there. not even google can help me =/
So it's possible to reflash a kernel over an already installed kernel? If i find the stock kernel how do I go about installing it? Via recovery?
Forgive me if I'm wrong...but if you just reflashed the rom without wiping, I believe it would install the stock kernel that came with the rom
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TwhiT said:
ianmb, thanks for looking but I can't find any stock kernel #15 out there. not even google can help me =/
So it's possible to reflash a kernel over an already installed kernel? If i find the stock kernel how do I go about installing it? Via recovery?
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Yes you can flash a new kernel over an installed kernel...just wipe cache and dalvik prior to flashing
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Hi!
This is my first time posting, but I have been using MIUI for about 6 months now. Its phenomenal. I recently updated to MIUI 1.5.6 on My EVO 4G. Ever since I did it The battery drains extremely fast compared to the previous version of MIUI i was using which was 1.4.3, I think.
The camera is also not working, it just goes to a black screen and then force closes.
I tries to change the kernel to Tiamat 4.0.1 and 4.0.2 but it fails each time I try to do it. I have tried other kernels including 2.6.35.8-bcblend-CFS-sim_io-classRCU, which may not be for gingerbread. Nothing works. I currently have 2.6.37.6-cyanogenmod-01493-g70877de Kernel installed and I need help getting a new one on here.
The phone burns through so much power now its insane. I used to get at least 14 hours out of it. Now, I had it fully charged about 20 minutes ago and its already down to 88%. Can anyone help?
Sorry if this is the wrong format or whatever:
Specs:
EVO 4G
Model: PC36100
Android Version: 2.3.4
Baseband Version: 2.15.00.11.19
Build: MIUI 1.5.6
I am almost a complete novice when it comes to this, so any help would be appreciated but if you could give explicit instructions on how to do everything that would be amazing.
Thanks!
Are you wiping cache and dalvik before flashing the new kernal?
Yeah, I reloaded MIUI after doing a format all and nothing changed. It still wouldn't let me flash the new kernel.
Use juicedefender beta for battery, use the camera fix from the miui.us forums (camera is a known issue, I had it at first, applied fix and all was fine) and flash a tiamat kernel manually through recovery, not kernel manager as for some reason kernel manager seems to screw up for me when flashing tiamat kernels.
edit: heres a link to the fix.
http://forums.miui.us/showthread.php?236-If-you-re-having-issues-with-your-camera-on-1.5.6
Also, I could be wrong but I believe some of the recent updates came stock with cm kernel, so flashing tiamat could also greatly help with battery. Try Tiamat 3.3.7 if youre having problems with newer releases as 3.3.7 seems to be the most stable.
I am flashing the kernel through recovery. Thats the only way I know how to do it. It always worked fine before and only now is it being problematic. I will try the defender app and see if I can find the camera fix. Thanks!
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I am flashing the kernel through recovery. Thats the only way I know how to do it. It always worked fine before and only now is it being problematic. I will try the defender app and see if I can find the camera fix. Thanks!
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Posted the link for the camera fix! and what do you mean your having a problem flashing kernels? Your still s-off correct? And make sure when you are transferring kernels to sdcard you unmount sdcard when done, some of the newer kernels have problems with transfering data to sdcard quickly, and when you unmount or eject your card it insures the transfer is successful instead off cutting it off half way through.
I noticed the link for the camera fix, Thank you so much! I an going into recovery and when I flash Tiamat 4.0.1 or 4.0.2 I get:
E:Wrong digest:
system/lib/modules/sequans_sdio.ko
E: Verification Failed
Zip Verification Failed!
Zip isn't signed correctly!
Installation aborted
I'll try 3.3.7 and see if that will install. Thanks again.
Try Kernal manager lite. It flashes the kernel for you. Battery drain is expected when switching Kernals. Wipe battery stats and give 3 days for Kernal to settle in.
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Jasonectomy said:
I noticed the link for the camera fix, Thank you so much! I an going into recovery and when I flash Tiamat 4.0.1 or 4.0.2 I get:
E:Wrong digest:
system/lib/modules/sequans_sdio.ko
E: Verification Failed
Zip Verification Failed!
Zip isn't signed correctly!
Installation aborted
I'll try 3.3.7 and see if that will install. Thanks again.
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Usually mismatched libs mean youre using the wrong kernel. Cayniarb puts out multiple versions of tiamat for multiple devices. Make sure you downloaded the one for the evo (should say evo in file name) and not the one for the incredible, xoom, etc.
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Try Kernal manager lite. It flashes the kernel for you. Battery drain is expected when switching Kernals. Wipe battery stats and give 3 days for Kernal to settle in.
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Like I said, I recommend not using kernel manager lite for flashing Tiamat as I've had some problems flashing tiamat through kernel manager, most other kernels seem to be fine for me? Odd but it is the case. Although kernel manager would be good for downloading the kernels since it automatically picks out your device and you can be sure you download the correct kernel.
Thank you! Kernel Manager Lite seems to have worked! I'll see how the battery problems go after this flash.
The camera is the only problem left, and I can't apply the fix, I can't seem to find the /system folder...
You need to use root explorer as astro file manager and other basic file managers dont have the elevated privileges to view /system. The app is a couple of dollars but I HIGHLY recommend it to any and every rooted phone user.
MIUI 1.5.6
I downloaded and redownloaded the rom twice and flashed it twice, did the wipe/factory data reset and calkulin wipe and both times it would install different things for the rom, like the first time it didn't install Gmail or market den the next time it only installed market and settings and 3 or 4 other apps and thats it, and when i try sending a text, i choose a person and type the message, when i hit send it says, no valid user, message can't be sent, will someone please respond and let me know whats wrong? I would really appreciate it, my brain is going in all different directions, i hope you can understand what im typing because im very confused right now
Thanks,
Tj
Been trying this since last night/this morning...im running rooted epic of course....sfr 1.2 with stock kernel i believe <2.6.32.9> and i have tried trying acs updater to install genocide but....no go....i just booted in cwm and tried to flash it....no go....any suggestions please...Thanks...
Update: I just used acs updater to install the vision kernel from sd card and it worked..so im thinking its the genocide zip itself or the simple fact that i was trying to install the genocide version 1.1 not the newest one with srf 1.2...hmmm....
You should really modify the thread title saying your issue was ACS updater related. Leaving as-is can easily make people think there is an issue with the kernel itself.
Im still learning....thanks for the input..i just been on here for a few days...i tried to explain the best i could in the thread though...hopefully they would read the details and judge by title alone..i tried both methods <acs up and cwm>.... but can not succeed..so far...ill just stick with vision kernel for the moment because i just want to be able to under and over clock...for now!!