This is a fantastic ROM! I can only say that I am very surprised to see this kind of quality interface coming from MOTO. Anyway, to help those who're new to this, I've written a somewhat comprehensive installation guide below.
Preparation
1. Firstly, you’re going to need all these files
a. Rooted-nandroid-backup + fixed sbf from http://www.multiupload.com/SPZ8SIEC60
b. Superoneclick from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
c. Defy ClockworkMod Recovery from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=875233
d. Latest RSD Lite and Drivers from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=11005852. Install the RSD Lite and appropriate drivers into your PC (32-bit or 64-bit)
3. Follow instructions at the Superoneclick thread to root your Defy
4. Follow instructions at the ClockworkMod Recovery thread to install System Recovery into your Defy
5. Launch System Recovery and install Recovery System
6. Perform Recovery Boot (USB debugging MUST BE TURNED OFF in your Defy. It’s located under Settings – Applications - Development)
7. Create a nandroid backup of your current system by scrolling to “Backup & Restore” using VOL UP/DOWN key, and POWER button to execute (this is so that you can return revert back to your official ROM for warranty purposes)
8. Reboot normally
9. Extract the rooted nandroid backup + fixed sbf file you downloaded earlier. The filename should be “shadow4.5.1-134rootednandroid.zip”. You should see 2 folders “fixed-sbf” and “nandroid backuo”
10. Copy the “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” folder (not just files, but the whole folder) to your SD card under “\goapkrev\backup”. So you should have “\goapkrev\backup\shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” in your SD card.
Actual Flashing Process
1. Launch System Recovery and perform a Recovery Boot (USB debugging MUST BE TURNED OFF in your DEFY. It’s located under Settings > Applications > Development)
2. At the bootmenu, use the VOL UP/DOWN key to move through the boot menu and perform a full wipe (Wipe DATA/Factory reset & Wipe CACHE Partition)
3. After both wipes are complete, go to “Backup & Restore” > “Restore” > “Advanced Restore” and you should see 2 items. Your earlier backup as well as the folder you put in earlier “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid”.
4. Select “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” and choose “System Only”
5. After the restoration is complete, choose “Reboot System”, and IMMEDIATELY hold down the VOL UP key.
6. This will put you in bootloader mode.
7. Launch RSD Lite on your PC, and connect your DEFY to your PC
8. Let the appropriate driver installations take place
9. Select the fixed sbf file from the “fixed-sbf” folder. The filename should be “shadow4.5.1-134fixed.sbf” and Flash your DEFY
10. Be aware of the flashing progress. It’s very fast.
11. As soon as you see your device reboot, IMMEDIATELY hold down the VOL DOWN key.
12. This will bring you to stock recovery. Press both VOL UP and VOL DOWN key simultaneously to see the boot menu. Select items with the VOL UP/DOWN key, and POWER button to execute.
13. Perform a full wipe (wipe data/factory reset & wipe cache partition)
14. After both wipes are complete, hit “reboot system now”
15. Once your device completes the normal boot up process, RSD Lite should show the “PASS” status. Close RSD Lite and unplug your DEFY from your PC.
16. Enjoy!
Thanks goes to hobbit19 and walter79 for bringing us this ROM.
Enabling Setvsel
1. Download Defy 2ndInit from Google Market
2. Run it and Install 2ndInit Recovery (Select the latest version)
3. Reboot
4. In bootmenu, select System > Overclock
5. Set the following:
+Status: [Enable]
+Load all modules: [Enable]
6. Set Clk1 through Clk4, and Vsel1 through Vsel4 (Optional. You can use the default values if you prefer, or choose a setting from this Setvsel Settings Thread.
7. Once done, [Save] and go back to the bootmenu.
8. Select Boot, and Set Default: [Normal]
9. Go back, and [Reboot System]
10. Once reboot is complete, go to Google Market and download Setvsel
11. Launch Setvsel and tweak to your hearts content!
12. If you need to access the bootmenu again, hit the volume down key during boot up when you see the blue indicator light come on.
DISCLAIMER
Use this guide at your own risk. This ROM will only work on Defy with red lens. If flashed on to a Defy with green lens, your camera may not work. I will not be responsible for you bricking your Defy.
As of 9-Sept, Motorola has identified this ROM to be an "Unofficial" ROM and deleted all MOTOBLUR Accounts associated with this ROM. If you flash this ROM after this date, you will not be able to create a MOTOBLUR account during setup.
The official Defy+ ROM has been shared by walter79 over here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1285007
Updated, WikI link with your guide Thanks
Great! Hopefully it's useful for others to follow
i am using moto defy,i saw CM7 very nice,i want to try flash my device to cm7.
My phone details as below,
System version:Moto_Version.34.30.3301.MB525.Retail.en.SEA15
Firmware version:2.2.2
Baseband version:EPU93_U_00.59.01
Kernel version:2.6.32.9-gfd876be [email protected]#1
BPflex version:UCAJRDNEMARAB1B50AA03A.0R
APflex version:GAS_ASIA_USAJRDNFRYORTINT15_P001
Build number:JEM_3.4.3-33-1
So can i know my device can flash to CM7,and where can get the full download?
the Superone click 1.9.5 is not working...... unable to root stuck in running psue.....
has tried Superone click 2.2 & 1.7 nothing seems working to get the Defy 2.3.4 rooted and I am not able to Downgrade..
any SBF file to downgrade
Looks like you flashed the full sbf. You can try the solution here
boonhoong said:
This is a fantastic ROM! I can only say that I am very surprised to see this kind of quality interface coming from MOTO. Anyway, to help those who're new to this, I've written a somewhat comprehensive installation guide below.
Preparation
1. Firstly, you’re going to need all these files
a. Rooted-nandroid-backup + fixed sbf from http://www.multiupload.com/SPZ8SIEC60
b. Superoneclick from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
c. Defy ClockworkMod Recovery from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=875233
d. Latest RSD Lite and Drivers from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=11005852. Install the RSD Lite and appropriate drivers into your PC (32-bit or 64-bit)
3. Follow instructions at the Superoneclick thread to root your Defy
4. Follow instructions at the ClockworkMod Recovery thread to install System Recovery into your Defy
5. Launch System Recovery and install Recovery System
6. Perform Recovery Boot (USB debugging MUST BE TURNED OFF in your Defy. It’s located under Settings – Applications - Development)
7. Create a nandroid backup of your current system by scrolling to “Backup & Restore” using VOL UP/DOWN key, and POWER button to execute (this is so that you can return revert back to your official ROM for warranty purposes)
8. Reboot normally
9. Extract the rooted nandroid backup + fixed sbf file you downloaded earlier. The filename should be “shadow4.5.1-134rootednandroid.zip”. You should see 2 folders “fixed-sbf” and “nandroid backuo”
10. Copy the “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” folder (not just files, but the whole folder) to your SD card under “\goapkrev\backup”. So you should have “\goapkrev\backup\shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” in your SD card.
Actual Flashing Process
1. Launch System Recovery and perform a Recovery Boot (USB debugging MUST BE TURNED OFF in your DEFY. It’s located under Settings > Applications > Development)
2. At the bootmenu, use the VOL UP/DOWN key to move through the boot menu and perform a full wipe (Wipe DATA/Factory reset & Wipe CACHE Partition)
3. After both wipes are complete, go to “Backup & Restore” > “Restore” > “Advanced Restore” and you should see 2 items. Your earlier backup as well as the folder you put in earlier “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid”.
4. Select “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” and choose “System Only”
5. After the restoration is complete, choose “Reboot System”, and IMMEDIATELY hold down the VOL UP key.
6. This will put you in bootloader mode.
7. Launch RSD Lite on your PC, and connect your DEFY to your PC
8. Let the appropriate driver installations take place
9. Select the fixed sbf file from the “fixed-sbf” folder. The filename should be “shadow4.5.1-134fixed.sbf” and Flash your DEFY
10. Be aware of the flashing progress. It’s very fast.
11. As soon as you see your device reboot, IMMEDIATELY hold down the VOL DOWN key.
12. This will bring you to stock recovery. Press both VOL UP and VOL DOWN key simultaneously to see the boot menu. Select items with the VOL UP/DOWN key, and POWER button to execute.
13. Perform a full wipe (wipe data/factory reset & wipe cache partition)
14. After both wipes are complete, hit “reboot system now”
15. Once your device completes the normal boot up process, RSD Lite should show the “PASS” status. Close RSD Lite and unplug your DEFY from your PC.
16. Enjoy!
Thanks goes to hobbit19 and walter79 for bringing us this ROM.
DISCLAIMER
Use this guide at your own risk. I will not be responsible for you bricking your Defy.
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Huuwahh.. made in Malaysia... Malaysia Boleh!!
Great guide though... Maybe we should meet someday.. We are on the same Model, same carrier and same country...
boonhoong said:
This is a fantastic ROM! I can only say that I am very surprised to see this kind of quality interface coming from MOTO. Anyway, to help those who're new to this, I've written a somewhat comprehensive installation guide below.
Preparation
1. Firstly, you’re going to need all these files
a. Rooted-nandroid-backup + fixed sbf from http://www.multiupload.com/SPZ8SIEC60
b. Superoneclick from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682
c. Defy ClockworkMod Recovery from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=875233
d. Latest RSD Lite and Drivers from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=11005852. Install the RSD Lite and appropriate drivers into your PC (32-bit or 64-bit)
3. Follow instructions at the Superoneclick thread to root your Defy
4. Follow instructions at the ClockworkMod Recovery thread to install System Recovery into your Defy
5. Launch System Recovery and install Recovery System
6. Perform Recovery Boot (USB debugging MUST BE TURNED OFF in your Defy. It’s located under Settings – Applications - Development)
7. Create a nandroid backup of your current system by scrolling to “Backup & Restore” using VOL UP/DOWN key, and POWER button to execute (this is so that you can return revert back to your official ROM for warranty purposes)
8. Reboot normally
9. Extract the rooted nandroid backup + fixed sbf file you downloaded earlier. The filename should be “shadow4.5.1-134rootednandroid.zip”. You should see 2 folders “fixed-sbf” and “nandroid backuo”
10. Copy the “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” folder (not just files, but the whole folder) to your SD card under “\goapkrev\backup”. So you should have “\goapkrev\backup\shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” in your SD card.
Actual Flashing Process
1. Launch System Recovery and perform a Recovery Boot (USB debugging MUST BE TURNED OFF in your DEFY. It’s located under Settings > Applications > Development)
2. At the bootmenu, use the VOL UP/DOWN key to move through the boot menu and perform a full wipe (Wipe DATA/Factory reset & Wipe CACHE Partition)
3. After both wipes are complete, go to “Backup & Restore” > “Restore” > “Advanced Restore” and you should see 2 items. Your earlier backup as well as the folder you put in earlier “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid”.
4. Select “shadow4.5.1-134nandroid” and choose “System Only”
5. After the restoration is complete, choose “Reboot System”, and IMMEDIATELY hold down the VOL UP key.
6. This will put you in bootloader mode.
7. Launch RSD Lite on your PC, and connect your DEFY to your PC
8. Let the appropriate driver installations take place
9. Select the fixed sbf file from the “fixed-sbf” folder. The filename should be “shadow4.5.1-134fixed.sbf” and Flash your DEFY
10. Be aware of the flashing progress. It’s very fast.
11. As soon as you see your device reboot, IMMEDIATELY hold down the VOL DOWN key.
12. This will bring you to stock recovery. Press both VOL UP and VOL DOWN key simultaneously to see the boot menu. Select items with the VOL UP/DOWN key, and POWER button to execute.
13. Perform a full wipe (wipe data/factory reset & wipe cache partition)
14. After both wipes are complete, hit “reboot system now”
15. Once your device completes the normal boot up process, RSD Lite should show the “PASS” status. Close RSD Lite and unplug your DEFY from your PC.
16. Enjoy!
Thanks goes to hobbit19 and walter79 for bringing us this ROM.
DISCLAIMER
Use this guide at your own risk. I will not be responsible for you bricking your Defy.
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I did up to step 6 in flashing process but when i got to connect to rsd lite the defy wasn't recognized by rsdlite.
Can you confirm you're in bootloader mode? Did you see your PC installing drivers?
yeah it was in bootloader mode. i pressed the up button when it rebooted.
On the screen it says bootloader 9.10
Battery OK
Ok to Program
And on the desktop i see the device installing once i plugged it in. Also when i check device manager it says motorola Usb device and when i expand that branch it says motorola flash interface.
munky88 said:
yeah it was in bootloader mode. i pressed the up button when it rebooted.
On the screen it says bootloader 9.10
Battery OK
Ok to Program
And on the desktop i see the device installing once i plugged it in. Also when i check device manager it says motorola Usb device and when i expand that branch it says motorola flash interface.
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Still in bootloader, you just unplug the usb cable and plug it back to the PC. Some WinXP will install several drivers separately upon each plug/unplug of the USB cable. The RSDlite required a few drivers for it to run properly.
farsight73 said:
Still in bootloader, you just unplug the usb cable and plug it back to the PC. Some WinXP will install several drivers separately upon each plug/unplug of the USB cable. The RSDlite required a few drivers for it to run properly.
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I'm actually running windows 7 x64. In the process, of installing 32 bit winXP dual boot to see if it resolves my issue
edit: Turns out it was windows 7 and installing windows xp allowed the phone to be detected by rsdlite
Is to do with the version of rsdlite. I updated to 5.31 which worked with win 7 64
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munky88 said:
I'm actually running windows 7 x64. In the process, of installing 32 bit winXP dual boot to see if it resolves my issue
edit: Turns out it was windows 7 and installing windows xp allowed the phone to be detected by rsdlite
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So, were you able to get the ROM into your DEFY?
Hi
I have just upgraded(nandroid+fixed SBF) to this ROM, now if want to downgrade to my previous ROM (2.2.2) then how can i do it (i have nandroid+fiexd sbf of 2.2.2).
Same as other. Instal nandroid with cwm, wipe flash sbf
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boonhoong said:
So, were you able to get the ROM into your DEFY?
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yup i was able to get it on. Now its M526
Jakethepeg said:
Is to do with the version of rsdlite. I updated to 5.31 which worked with win 7 64
Sent from my MB526 using XDA App
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Was using 5.3.1 on Win7 x64. Didn't work. But thanks for the input. =]
anyone has 1% battery step for this rom?
i followed every step exactly as in the first post.. but after flashing and wiping data and cache, when the phone reboots, it just stays at the red moto "M" screen for 20 mins now and rsd just says to manually reboot the phone.. do i just close rsd and unplug? or wait? my battery might die :s
ok i redid everything from the beginning.. found where the problem is. when i do the advanced restore to the system only, it begins to check the MD5 sums and then says md5 mismatch.. please help me out here guys!
Related
Thanks Quarx, Epsylon3 and maniacc103 for all your hard work in CM7.
** Always start the procedures with 80% - full charge (don't worry if your battery die during the process, you can still go mcgyver =)
** Make a backup of your apk's, There's a lot of programs to do that (File Explorer, AndroZip, AppMonster, etc.). If you want to backup your configurations too, use Titanium Backup.
** If you have any problem, don't blame CyanogenMod Team, Quarx, Epsylon3, the FAQ or whatever. This ROM works, if it's not working for you, it's mostly because you used wrong versions or are doing something wrong. For real bugs, use github **
ALWAYS USE THE RECOMMENDED VERSIONS
ESSENTIAL DOWNLOAD LINKS:
- RSD Lite and Motorola Drivers
- 3.4.2-179-2 CEE DEBLUR
- SuperOneClick 2.1
- http://www.defy-cm.net/tools/SndInitDefy_2.0.apk]Defy 2ndinit 2.0
- CyanogenMod 7.1
- Google Apps
1) What SBF version should I use when flashing CM7.1?
2) How can I install CM7.1?
3) How to update from/to nightly's?
4) My market is not downloading/installing any program. What to do?
5) Flashed CM7.1 (or any other ROM) now i'm stuck at Motorola or CyanogenMod logo. What I have to do?
6) Can I restore my phone to send it to warranty after flashing CM7.1?
7) How to install CM7.1 and keep downgrade-ability? (Froyo or Eclair)
8) Can't connect to my wireless network.
9) I love this ROM, how can I help Quarx and Epsylon?
10) How can I install Defy 2nd Init?
12) Gmail (or any other software) isn't available on market. How can I install it?
13) How can I make GPS work better (be more fast and precise)?
14) How can I install swype in CM7.1?
15) How to overclock/undervolt in CM7.1?
16) My GoogleMaps (or other application that uses OpenGL) is freezing/irresponsive. What can I do?
1) What SBF version should I use when flashing CM7.1?
- You can use whatever Froyo (2.2.x) you want. I'm actually using CEE 3.4.2-179-2 as a base, but you can use SEA or any other.
2) How can I install CM7.1?
- Copy update-cm-7.1.0-11-Defy-signed.zip and gapps-gb-20110828-signed.zip to your SD Card
- Enable USB Debugging
- Root via SuperOneClick
- Reboot
- Install 2ndInit Recovey, go to the app and click "Install 2ndInit Recovery" (use the latest version) button
- Disable USB Debugging
- Reboot, and in Bootmenu select Recovery -> [Custom Recovery] or [Latest Recovery]
- Select "wipe cache partition" then "wipe data/factory reset"
- Select "install zip from sdcard", "choose zip from sdcard", then select "update-cm-7.1.0-11-Defy-signed.zip"
- Select "choose zip from sdcard", then select "gapps-gb-20110828-signed.zip"
** You can install any other patches that you have now, like Swype or GPS Fix **
- Select "+++++Go Back++++++" then "reboot your system now"
** Sometimes, during the first boot after installation, the bootanimation doesn't stop. If you dont see anymore a led activity, remove your battery and reboot
3) How to update from/to nightly's?
- Copy update-cm-7.1.0-11-Defy-signed.zip (or the nightly), gapps-gb-20110828-signed.zip to your SD Card
- Reboot and go to Bootmenu (wait for led turn blue then press Volume Down). Enter Recovery -> Custom Recovery
- Select "wipe cache" then go to "advanced", select "wipe dalvik cache"
** If you have 100% battery, algo in advanced select "wipe battery stats" to calibrate your battery **
- Go back, select "install zip from sdcard", "choose zip from sdcard", then select "update-cm-7.1.0-11-Defy-signed.zip" (or the nightly)
- Select "choose zip from sdcard", then select "gapps-gb-20110828-signed.zip"
4) My market is not downloading/installing any program. What to do?
- Just log in Google Talk
5) Flashed CM7.1 (or any other ROM) now i'm stuck at Motorola or Cyanogen logo. What I have to do?
- Go to Custom Recovery then clear cache. If the problem persists, you can try to wipe dalvik cache (in advanced) too. The next boot will take some time to build dalvik cache again. If you don't have Custom Recovery for some reason, power off your phone, press and hold Volume Down + Power to go to Stock Recovery (only to clear cache/wipe data). Use Volume Up + Volume Down to show the options at Stock Recovery.
- Some people related freeze on the first boot of CM7.1, just remove your battery ans try again.
6) Can I restore my phone to send it to warranty after flashing CM7.1?
- You can in these two situations
1 - You have a full SBF of your original ROM (for carriers that already released 2.2 is very easy to find one)
2 - You have a nandroid backup AND a fixed SBF of the version you need.
For a list of (fixed) SBF's you can check:
SBF - Service Flash - all files + fixed sbf + Bootloaders
[[sbf:defy]] And Developers
7) How to install CM7.1 and keep downgrade-ability? (Froyo or Eclair)
If you don't flash the full SBF, your downgrade-ablility is fine.
Here's the safe steps to install CM7.1 and keep your downgrade-ability:
- Copy nandroid backup of 3.4.2-179-2 CEE to your sdcard. Uncompress it in the folder clockworkmod/backup/ of your sdcard, create this if needed.
- Enable USB Debug
- Root via SuperOneClick
- Disable USB Debugging
- Install Defy 2nd Init
- Reboot to enter Bootmenu, then go to Custom Recovery
- In Custom Recovery, go to "backup and restore", then "Backup". This will take some time, your backup will be at /clockworkmod/backup. Copy it to a safe place.
- Still in recovery, go to "backup and restore", "restore", and select the nandroid backup of 3.4.2-179-2 CEE (not your backup!)
If you have MD5 mismatch error, try to rename the folder of the nandroid to something simple without spaces, like "nand"
- Reboot your system and immediately press and hold Volume Up to enter Bootloader Mode (if you couldn't enter, remove the battery, wait 10s, put it again with Power and Volume Up pressed)
- Flash Fixed SBF of 3.4.2-179-2 CEE via RSD Lite
Now go to question 2 and do all the process to install CM7.1.
If you want to go back to your original ROM
- Disable USB Debuging
- Copy your nandroid backup to your SD Card, put it in /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup (must be a folder with simple name inside backup)
- Reboot phone in Bootmenu (Volume Down when the blue led lights at Motorola logo) then go to Custom Recovery
- Wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache and wipe dalvik cache (in advanced)
- Choose "backup and restore", "restore", and select your eclair nandroid backup. If your backup doesn't show in this screen, is most likely you placed it in the wrong folder.
- Reboot your system and immediately press and hold Volume Up to enter Bootloader Mode.
6. Flash the Fixed SBF of your original ROM. For a list of (fixed) SBF's you can check:
SBF - Service Flash - all files + fixed sbf + Bootloaders
[[sbf:defy]] And Developers
8) Can't connect to my wireless network.
- Tap and hold the SSID of the network and select Forget. Try to configure the SSID again.
9) I love this ROM, how can I help Quarx and Epsylon?
Donate to Quarx
Moneybookers: [email protected]
WebMoney: USD:Z319203344726
Yandex money: 4100188263979
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And donate to Epsylon3 (tpruvot)
PayPal: [email protected]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/donatetome.php?u=803131
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10) How can I install Defy 2nd Init?
http://www.defy-cm.net/tools/SndInitDefy_2.0.apk
11) Gmail (or any other software) isn't available on market. How can I install it?
- Download MarketEnabler via Market
- Select US Provider (T-Mobile)
- Open Market and search for Gmail or any other software, it will be available now
- Don't forget to select your correct Baseband in Applications => Defy Baseband Switcher
12) How can I make GPS work better?
- Make a backup of your /etc/gps.conf (use a file manager to rename or copy to another place)
- Visit this thread
- Click in the link "XDA Members Click Here" at the final of the post, and search for the correct .zip for your country
- Copy the .zip to your SD Card and reboot in Bootmenu, then flash the zip via Custom Recovery
13) How can I install swype in CM7.1?
- Go to http://beta.swype.com, (create a account if needed), download the Swype Beta and install it
- Open Applications -> Swype Installer and follow the instructions on the screen
14) How to overclock/undervolt in CM7.1?
CM7.1 already comes with 1000/600/300 clock, but if you want to modify these settings or undervolt:
- Reboot and enter Bootmenu
- System -> Overclock
- Set your parameters and select [save] before exit.
Remember that if you experience freezes, reboots and other problems, OC/UV can be the cause. Try to disable in this situation.
Also, DON'T INSTALL SETVSEL!
15) My GoogleMaps (or other application that uses OpenGL) is freezing/irresponsive. What can I do?
Open terminal or adb shell and type these commands:
Code:
$ su
# mount -o rw,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
# echo sysctl -w vm.min_free_kbytes=4096 >> /system/etc/install-recovery.sh
# chmod 744 /system/etc/install-recovery.sh
# mount -o ro,remount -t ext3 /dev/block/mmcblk1p21 /system
I'm a newbie, so any help to complete this FAQ will be welcome =)
And sorry for my english =S
Thanks to everyone that helped me in this FAQ, sending suggestions and fixes.
Thx for the post.
this is awesome. I should give u credit.
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nice... quarx thread should be more focus about bug reporting..
The kernl of CM7 in Quarx's is Nordic , mean 3.4.2-177.5 not 3.4.3
3) How to update from Beta 4.0/4.1?
- Copy Fix.zip, CM7 and Google Apps to your SD Card.
- Reboot your Defy then go to Bootmenu (blue light at Motorola logo) then Custom Recovery
- There's no need to wipe data/cache!
- Select "install zip from sdcard", "choose zip from sdcard", then select "Fix.zip"
- Select "choose zip from sdcard", then select "update-beta5-cm7.1.0-03.05.11-Defy.zip"
- Select "choose zip from sdcard", then select "gapps gb 20110503 signed.zip"
- Select "+++++Go Back++++++" then "reboot your system now"
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I think, after flashhing fix.zip need a reboot:
Quarx said:
Update to Beta5:
Before update you need install fix.zip and after reboot you can flash new version.
If you do not, then you get an error when installing the new version. And you will need to reflash with RSD.
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Yes please change that. After flashing Fix.zip a reboot is absolutely necessary.
i created tutorial to install CM7 and keep the downgrade-ability to eclair.
in here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13527057&postcount=3
maybe you can create that tutorial too in this thread.
I think we should better start a wiki that way everybody can contribute
Can we create pages on the XDA Wiki? Dunno how to but I think that's easier for everyone!
we have a wiki here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=Motorola_Defy
I once made a comparison between 3.4.3_11 and 3.4.2_177, hope this can answer someone's question about the sbf.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13244959&postcount=1806
Solution for (most of) not-connecting wifi
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=13435452&postcount=2355
I'm on the US official Froyo() currently, and since the aGPS has been fixed, I'm planning to go for the CM7 made by Quarx.
Before I do, I've got a little concern. If I follow the normal procedures to flash CM7, am I able to go back to the Official Froyo I currently use? I ask because there is no SBF for this official US Froyo, there is only leaked version and the OTA.
you tuto is perfect , but the gapps has a new version , try update
boa mlk exelente topicuuu mas tu viu q o gapps ta velho saiu uma nova esse mes com o app do 2.3.4 se quiser o link pede
wyxpark said:
I'm on the US official Froyo() currently, and since the aGPS has been fixed, I'm planning to go for the CM7 made by Quarx.
Before I do, I've got a little concern. If I follow the normal procedures to flash CM7, am I able to go back to the Official Froyo I currently use? I ask because there is no SBF for this official US Froyo, there is only leaked version and the OTA.
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Item 7 of the FAQ. You will only need a fixed SBF version that matches the number of your original ROM, there`s no need to be the same ROM. These parameters will be overrided by the parameters in your nandroid backup (version and name of your original Froyo).
FAQ Updated to Beta 5.1 (thanks Quarx!) and 2nd Init Recovery Installer 1.4 (thanks pedrodh!)
is defy bootloader unlocked?
why it can flash cm7
ygvuhb said:
is defy bootloader unlocked?
why it can flash cm7
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using 2nd Init Recovery, so nothing to do with locked bootloader
@antony.ps : nice tutorial
One question: How do I install Custom Recovery / Clockworkmod?!!
I am trying to do step 7 but I am stuck I am unable to install Bootmenu+Clockworkmod that Quarx provided. If I use Root Explorer to install, it will not install as after reboot I don't see the System Recovery app; I have tried installing via emulator as well but same result. (I dunno which folder to extract the files to. I have even copied to the root folder and the install.sh seemed to execute but after restart it dint work and weirdly the copied folder also vanished!)
I, however, managed to take a nandroid backup of my system using DEFY SD-Recovery. However, if I try to restore the "nandroid backup of 3.4.2-177" I get md5 mismatch and the process aborts NOTE: I cannot move folders if I use this app; so instead of clockworkmod/backup/ I have to use goapkrev/backup
I am unable to proceed unless I perform the restore. Can someone help me with step-by-step solution for installing Clockworkmod Recovery, and also 2nd Init / Bootmenu as that is needed for the next step? Thanks!
candra_aja said:
using 2nd Init Recovery, so nothing to do with locked bootloader
@antony.ps : nice tutorial
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Since we're in the FAQ-topic here can you or someone else give a little explanation what 2nd Init actually does? I'm guessing it sort of circumvents some limitations by the bootloader.
abhi.eternal said:
However, if I try to restore the "nandroid backup of 3.4.2-177" I get md5 mismatch and the process aborts
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This has been mentioned already about 1000 times by now on this forum but the simple solution is to remove all the spaces from the folder name. Easiest is to use short simple folder names such as "nand" or something else that makes sense to you.
AgentSmith said:
Since we're in the FAQ-topic here can you or someone else give a little explanation what 2nd Init actually does? I'm guessing it sort of circumvents some limitations by the bootloader.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=12837303&postcount=1
candra_aja said:
using 2nd Init Recovery, so nothing to do with locked bootloader
@antony.ps : nice tutorial
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Can all moto locked bootloader phone use 2nd recovery ?
Firstly I would like to thank bigrushdog & the ppl for the below links i quoted
I just would like to do an add on of the bigrushdog thread. Since I was a lill bit worried when 1st I flashed my SG WiFi xoom that is running 3.0.1.
There are some additional steps missing as prerequisite before using the steps on the bigrushdog thread.
WARNING: I only flashed my xoom which is a SG WiFi only xoom. I will not be responsible for any bricking. All Data Will be ERASED
In a nutshell, There will be 3 steps
[step1] Unlock
[step 2] Flash Recovery CWM
[step 3] Flash Updates
[Step 1]
Note:In System at the USB debugging options under "Settings" > "Applications" > "Development" enabled it first (thick)
1. Make sure ur honeycomb is 3.0.1
2. U need to install Android SDK and update it using the SDK Manager
-----> make sure u have updated all the SDK Platform till 3.1 API12 rev 2
3. Inside the Android SDK folder
----->Copy all the folders & files from the Platform-tools folder & Paste it inside Tools folder
4. Download the Motorola USB driver & Install it
-----> google : Motorola_End_User_Driver_Installation_5.1.0_32bit.msi (if u r running win7 32bit)
5. Connect ur Xoom to ur PC using USB Cable, wait until all drivers installed
6. Open a command prompt
-----> go to the Android SDK folder (in my case in C drive)
---------> go to the Tools folder
RUN
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
Xoom will enter Recovery mode
RUN
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
Follow the instruction to unlock ur xoom then ur xoom will reboot to factory default (Ur xoom is unlock now)
More detail instructions
-----> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=967065
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[Step 2]
1. Download ClockworkMod 3.0.2.8 Modded for Internal media
------> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074979
------------> copy the recovery-solarnz-XXXXXX-XXXX.img to the Android SDK, Tools folder
2. On command prompt
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot flash recovery recovery-solarnz-XXXXXX-XXXX.img
fastboot reboot
[Step 3]
1. Insert MiniSD card
2. Download all the files needed in the thread to ur PC
----------> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074609
3. On command prompt
--------> adb reboot recovery (will enter CWM)
Note that in recovery, you use the hardware volume buttons to navigate up and down, and the power button to select.
In ClockworkMod Recovery, select "mounts and storage"
Ensure your Xoom is connected to your PC via USB, then select "mount USB storage"
On your PC, copy All Files on the thread above (STEP 3) to the root of the Xoom's SDCard ("Removable Disk" in Windows)
In ClockworkModRecovery (still on the "USB Mass Storage device" screen) select "Unmount"
In the "Mounts and Storage Menu" screen, if the option "unmount /sdcard" is present, continue to the next step; if "mount /sdcard" is present, select it then continue
Select "+++++Go Back+++++"
/Select "apply update from sdcard"
Select "Yes - Install /sdcard/update.zip"
"Install from sdcard complete." will indicate that the update is completed.
DO BELOW STEPS
Code:
Step 1: Flash new recovery
Reboot System and boot back into recovery.
Step 2: Flash HC 3.1 System Update
Step 3: IMMEDIATELY flash Bootloader Patch
Step 4: Return to main menu. Do a "wipe data/factory reset"
NOTE: Your internal storage (aka /sdcard) will be safe from this wipe.
However, all other userdata will be wiped.
Step 5: Reboot
Link for above 3 files ---> http://www.mediafire.com/download.php?uis185lh7pyv74l
Hope that above helped
Now to update to 3.2
Make sure u backup first, then make sure u r using the stock kernel not any modified kernel
1. Download stock kernel ---->http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1080963
we will use the xxx.img file only ....
put the xxx.img file in the same folder of /android sdk/tools
then open cmd and navigate to ur android sdk folder
reboot ur to flashboot ---> adb recovery fastboot
then use
Code:
fastboot flash boot boot.img
after done flashing reboot
2. Download update 3.2 zip file from this thread
----> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1165998
3. Follow the instruction from the above thread
1. Rename the modded Android 3.2 Update file to update.zip
2. Reboot into recovery
a. Reboot your Xoom
b. When the Motorola logo splash screen appears, press the Volume Down button to scroll through boot options and select "--> Android Recovery"
c. Press the Volume Up button to enter Android recovery
3. Perform update Note that in recovery, you use the hardware volume buttons to navigate up and down, and the power button to select. Note also if you are coming over from a custom ROM, users suggest doing a factory reset/full wipe (including user data) ClockworkMod Recovery prior to performing the following steps (read the thread for more info).
a. In ClockworkMod Recovery, select "mounts and storage"
b. Ensure your Xoom is connected to your PC via USB, then select "mount USB storage"
c. On your PC, copy update.zip to the root of the Xoom's SDCard ("Removable Disk" in Windows)
d. In ClockworkModRecovery (still on the "USB Mass Storage device" screen) select "Unmount"
e. In the "Mounts and Storage Menu" screen, if the option "unmount /sdcard" is present, continue to the next step; if "mount /sdcard" is present, select it then continue
f. Select "+++++Go Back+++++"
g. Select "apply update from sdcard"
h. Select "Yes - Install /sdcard/update.zip"
"Install from sdcard complete.ndicate that the update is completed. .
i. Select "reboot system"
You are done
Hi! Thanks for this guide.
In the thread at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1093112 I asked about this same process, and was not sure if I first needed to install the US 3.0.1 ROM after unlocking the device. In one of the replies I was told I should, but in your guide you don't have that listed.
Do I need to flash the US 3.0.1 rom first, or not?
masterslacker said:
Hi! Thanks for this guide.
In the thread at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1093112 I asked about this same process, and was not sure if I first needed to install the US 3.0.1 ROM after unlocking the device. In one of the replies I was told I should, but in your guide you don't have that listed.
Do I need to flash the US 3.0.1 rom first, or not?
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In my case i didnt flash it .... i used the current 3.0.1 that i have on my xoom and follow the steps above
cruzzmz said:
In my case i didnt flash it .... i used the current 3.0.1 that i have on my xoom and follow the steps above
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Was your xoom on a USA based 3.0.1, or an international 3.0.1?
Im on an SG Wifi Xoom also. Actually, I followed the instructions from BigRushDog's thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074609.
I was rooted and on Tiamat 1.4 before I tried doing the update. It went flawless. Just follow the 3 steps in that thread. In essence, your xoom will have the US firmware and you will have access to books.
The extra steps highlighted by OP may be a safer bet though. Im not sure.
masterslacker said:
Was your xoom on a USA based 3.0.1, or an international 3.0.1?
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I m on international 3.0.1 i think since my xoom is a sg set
Sent from my Xoom using XDA Premium App
Anybody followed this guide on a UK WiFi? At the moment I am unlocked, but not rooted. This guide implies that you can update using CWM without root, which sounds logical, though it has been stated elsewhere that you need root :/
marky9074 said:
Anybody followed this guide on a UK WiFi? At the moment I am unlocked, but not rooted. This guide implies that you can update using CWM without root, which sounds logical, though it has been stated elsewhere that you need root :/
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i am uk wifi and would apreciate any advice too.
OK you don't need root to install CWM, and if you get the latest 3.2.0.0 it works on the external SD card out of the box (for installation of CWM follow the instructions above). Download the lastest CWM image here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074979
I followed the guide below to the letter (even step 1) to get my UK stock 3.0.1 to rooted US 3.1:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075260#
I did have to wipe (as I was in a bootloop), and I copied the MZ604_3.1_ROOT_update.zip file directly to the SDcard via my PC (rather than pushing or mounting the card in CWM), but apart from that it all went OK
Bonus! All my apps were restored this time (as I had to do a factory reset a few days ago d/t a 3.0.1 issue)
...also my internal SD was untouched
Edit: Only thing missing was my AutoSport app which will not let me download, so will have to sideload.
cruzzmz said:
[Step 3]
1. Insert MiniSD card
2. Download all the files needed in the thread to ur PC
----------> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1074609
3. On command prompt
--------> adb reboot recovery (will enter CWM)
Note that in recovery, you use the hardware volume buttons to navigate up and down, and the power button to select.
In ClockworkMod Recovery, select "mounts and storage"
Ensure your Xoom is connected to your PC via USB, then select "mount USB storage"
On your PC, copy All Files on the thread above (STEP 3) to the root of the Xoom's SDCard ("Removable Disk" in Windows)
In ClockworkModRecovery (still on the "USB Mass Storage device" screen) select "Unmount"
In the "Mounts and Storage Menu" screen, if the option "unmount /sdcard" is present, continue to the next step; if "mount /sdcard" is present, select it then continue
Select "+++++Go Back+++++"
Select "apply update from sdcard"
Select "Yes - Install /sdcard/update.zip"
"Install from sdcard complete." will indicate that the update is completed.
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can not find update.zip on this step
i checked on the other thread you linked to there is not update.zip also
Sk8er Boi said:
can not find update.zip on this step
i checked on the other thread you linked to there is not update.zip also
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Why don't you use the guide I linked to?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075260#
anyone tried this on japan xoom?
Sent from my HTC Desire using XDA Premium App
Sk8er Boi said:
can not find update.zip on this step
i checked on the other thread you linked to there is not update.zip also
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there is no update.zip <--- just example only
u have to follow the steps that is in the box below it
Step 1: Flash new recovery
Reboot System and boot back into recovery.
Step 2: Flash HC 3.1 System Update
Step 3: IMMEDIATELY flash Bootloader Patch
Step 4: Return to main menu. Do a "wipe data/factory reset"
NOTE: Your internal storage (aka /sdcard) will be safe from this wipe.
However, all other userdata will be wiped.
Step 5: Reboot
cruzzmz said:
there is no update.zip <--- just example only
u have to follow the steps that is in the box below it
Step 1: Flash new recovery
Reboot System and boot back into recovery.
Step 2: Flash HC 3.1 System Update
Step 3: IMMEDIATELY flash Bootloader Patch
Step 4: Return to main menu. Do a "wipe data/factory reset"
NOTE: Your internal storage (aka /sdcard) will be safe from this wipe.
However, all other userdata will be wiped.
Step 5: Reboot
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that was about 2 weeks about i don't remember what i have done back then i think i used update.zip from another thread any way what i ended up with a 3.1 US update and now the market and everything else thinks i'm in the US witch is so wonderful no more this app is not available for your country
the only down side i have is the boot time , it used to take around 10 seconds now my boot time loops for around 3-4 minutes i don't know if it is a general problem or now
Sk8er Boi said:
that was about 2 weeks about i don't remember what i have done back then i think i used update.zip from another thread any way what i ended up with a 3.1 US update and now the market and everything else thinks i'm in the US witch is so wonderful no more this app is not available for your country
the only down side i have is the boot time , it used to take around 10 seconds now my boot time loops for around 3-4 minutes i don't know if it is a general problem or now
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i am still getting 10 sec to boot ... maybe u should reflash it again ... or now since u have CWM just flash with tiamat rom
Sk8er Boi said:
that was about 2 weeks about i don't remember what i have done back then i think i used update.zip from another thread any way what i ended up with a 3.1 US update and now the market and everything else thinks i'm in the US witch is so wonderful no more this app is not available for your country
the only down side i have is the boot time , it used to take around 10 seconds now my boot time loops for around 3-4 minutes i don't know if it is a general problem or now
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If you're getting boot loops you probably need to wipe. Did you wipe as per the instructions...?
marky9074 said:
If you're getting boot loops you probably need to wipe. Did you wipe as per the instructions...?
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yes i did , and i'm not facing a boot loops , just it takes few minutes to boot but it does in the end it doesn't stuck on the boot animation
cruzzmz;14096136
6. Open a command prompt
-----> go to the Android SDK folder (in my case in C drive)
---------> go to the Tools folder
RUN
[code said:
adb reboot bootloader
[/code]
Xoom will enter Recovery mode
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This doesn't work when you have not set the USB debugging options under "Settings" > "Applications" > "Development". FYI. It got me when I followed your guide.
It will say device not found.
skyro said:
This doesn't work when you have not set the USB debugging options under "Settings" > "Applications" > "Development". FYI. It got me when I followed your guide.
It will say device not found.
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Thank you for bringing this up ... forget to mention this
Hello everyone, I have never rooted nor flash a rom on the SGSII T989 before and I wanted to make sure that I do it right the first time. I am getting conflicting information online so I wanted to double check with the steps I have to make sure they are right.
I plan on flashing "[ROM] |12|17|11|BeastMOD II v4.2 |APM-CRT| Synergy 0.10|". So if people can go through this list and make sure I have the step right that would be awesome. Thank you in advance.
*How to Root/Flash ROM on a T989*
*Rooting the device:*
1. Download
-Kies
(Install/Restart PC)
-Odin
(Extract to desktop folder.)
-Root.tar
-CWRecover.zip
-BeastMOD.zip
2. Connect device to PC.
3. Put device in to Mass Storage Mode.
4. Copy Superuser+SU.zip file & BeastROM.zip in to the SD Card of the device.
5. Pull battery/Launch Device in to "Download Mode".
(Press and hold volume up & down keys, insert USB cord)
6. Once PC has recognized the device, launch Odin.
7. Select PDA button > browse/select "CWRecovery.tar".
8. Verify that Odin has the "0: [COM]" yellow.
9. Press Start.
Congrats!!! Phone is rooted!
*Flashing ROM*
1. Pull battery
2. Press and hold Volume up & down, then press and release the power button for 2 seconds. Continue to hold volume buttons to enter CWR.
3. Select Install zip from SD card.
4. Select choose zip from SD card.
5. Select SU from list.
6. Select Yes.
7. Select Reboot System Now.
Congrats!!! Device in now rooted!!!!
*Backup Apps * (Titanium Backup)
1. Launch Super User…..grant access.
2. Download/Install/Launch: Titanium Backup: > Schedules > Run on apps.
3. Download/Install/Launch: ROM Manager: Flash latest CWR for T989.
4: Launch Titanium Backup > Select Current Backup Rom.
5. Optional: Launch CWR > Backup and Restore.
*Install ROM*
1. Reboot in to CWR
2. Wipe data/factory reset.
2. Select Install zip from SD card > choose zip from SD card > Yes.
3. Wipe Dalvik Cache.
4. Fix Permissions.
4. Wait 10 minutes before touching the device.
5. Reboot device.
you are correct. however, the backing up apps is not really necessary since you aren't downloading/installing any apps in the first place. instead of making a titanium backup, make a CWR Nandroid backup.
(boot into CWR > backup and restore > backup).
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Updated How-To
I'm assuming you're on Windows.
Preparing the device:
1. Download
Kies
Odin
CWM
Superuser
BeastRom
Install Kies. Place Odin on Desktop. Place other files (SU apk and zip, CWM, and BeastROM) on Desktop.
2. Connect device to PC.
3. Put device in to Mass Storage Mode.
4. Copy Superuser+SU.zip file & BeastROM.zip in to the SD Card of the device.
5. Pull battery/Launch Device in to "Download Mode".
(Press and hold volume up & down keys, insert USB cord)
6. Once PC has recognized the device, launch Odin.
7. Select PDA button > browse/select "CWRecovery.tar".
8. Verify that Odin has the "0: [COM]" yellow.
9. Press Start.
You now have Clockwork Mod Recovery. This will allow us to flash non-approved files to the phone.
Rooting
1. Pull battery
2. Press and hold Volume up & down, then press and release the power button for 2 seconds. Continue to hold volume buttons to enter CWR.
3. Select Install zip from SD card.
4. Select choose zip from SD card (you may have to select "choose zip from external sd card")
5. Select SU from list.
6. Select Yes.
7. Select Reboot System Now.
Congrats!!! Device in now rooted!!!!
Backup
1. Boot back into CWR (see above).
2. Backup and Restore
3. Backup
You now have a backup of the stock (pre-installed), rooted ROM in case anything goes wrong.
Install ROM
1. Reboot in to CWR
2. Wipe data/factory reset.
3. Wipe cache.
4. Select Install zip from SD card > choose zip from SD card (or external SD card)> BeastMOD.zip
5. Wipe Dalvik Cache.
6. Fix Permissions.
7. Reboot device (could take up to 10 minutes the first time).
Hopefully everything works!
Housekeeping
now's the time to make a few backups!
1. an application backup (for switching to other ROM's or factory resetting): launch titanium backup > batch > backup all apps and user data
2. a full image of your phone (for restoring if you break something): CWM > backup and restore > backup.
Now you can flash updates to your hearts content because you have a backup that you KNOW works to fall back on.
Troubleshooting:
if the market will not let you download applications, boot back into CWM (you'll be doing this a lot - get used to it) and select wipe cache.
if anything else goes wrong, don't hesitate to ask! this is a great community!
welcome aboard!
Dude you are AWESOME!!! Didn't expect anyone to help that much. Thank you!!!
Haha it's no problem. I've been in your shoes. let me know if anything goes wrong.
Sent from my SGH-T989 using XDA App
Will do, thank you.
If you get stuck you can follow my guide which is the same but with help steps.
I have help for flashing roms too in recovery.
Cheers
http://androidforums.com/galaxy-s2-...d-ultimate-root-optimization-guide-steps.html
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Sent from my SGH-T989 using xda premium
Nice thanks....was reading and you said that BeastMOD 4.2 was having issues....does that still apply. I was talking to another guy that said he has had no problems with it and it is amazing.
I will take everything from zero but I am not responsible if you brick your Defy.
WARNING!!! This rom can burn your flash.
WARNING!!! By using this tutorial you will lose all of your data so back it up!! using programs like Titanium Backup or others.
1. Install Moto Drivers
2. Install RSDLite
3. Put Defy in bootloader mode by turning your mobile off and then turn it on by holding in the same time VOL+ and the power buton and ont she screen will say
Bootloader 09.01
Baterry OK
OK to Program
Connect USB
Data Cable
4. Connect your Defy to the pc and open RSD Lite. Your phone shoud appear as connected.
5. Browse for this sbf by pressing "..." button, click start button and wait
6. Afther the instalation is finish your defy will try to boot but will remain stuck on the Android loading screen, bull the baterry out and power it up by ppressing Power and VOL- buttons in the same time that will open the recovery screen, press in the same time VOL+ and VOL- buttons to show the menu.
Select the "wipe data/factory reset" by moving whit the volume keys and select whit the power button, then select yer -- delete all user data. Afther it is finish the recovery menu will apear again and select "reboot system now"
7. Go to Settings ->Applications -> Development -> Select USB debugging ( a warning will apear select OK)
Root the device whit SuperOneClick by opening the program, press root and then wait to tell you that is rooted and then reboot.
8. Install SndInitDefy _2.0 apk by pooting on the card and bowse for it whit file manager.
9. Run Defy 2ndInit and install the latest 1.0.7. Will ask for root acces and click allow. This will finish whit a succes messege. You have to be connected to internet when doing this step.
10. Create on the SD card an folder named "clockworkmod" and in this folder create another folder named "backup" without the "" and in the backup folder copy the content of this arhive content.
11. Reboot your phone and when is starting to boot the led wil be blue for a few second in that moment press VOL- and you will bw in the bootmenu.
Firs go in to the Boot->Set Defoult->2nd-init then go back and go to recovery -> custom recovery -> go to backup and restore select sense_legacy_0.2 full recovery
12. after the recovery is finish bull the baterry out and put in back and start in bootloader mode and install via RSD the boot sbf.
13. After that the phone pull out the batery and go to recovery menu by power and vol- and do a factory reset and reboot and voila... Defy whit Sense.
Working link to all the files http://www.multiupload.com/OYJIAHIXFZ
Note: You need to backup your data because during the installation you will need to wipe your phone. You need to unlock the bootloader. Warranty will be voided.
I'm not responsible if your device becomes unbootable, installing this ROM is your own decision.
Here are the files you need: https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1PhROf-zefATv7IH4nd5lTsEzTtHItCtJ?usp=sharing
Here is how to flash it:
1. Download all of the files provided in the link on your computer
2. Copy the ROM and Eureka into your Phone's SD card
3. Extract Odin and Samsung USB driver
4. Install the Samsung USB driver
5. Open Odin
6. Turn your device off
7. Press and hold both volume keys and then plug in your phone to your computer using the USB cable
8. Press the volume up key
9. In Odin select AP and locate where you downloaded TWRP, make sure the auto-restart is disabled in the options section then press start
10. Once the TWRP install completes press and hold the power key and vol down key, once the phone screen switches off release the vol down key and hold the volume up key immediately
11. Once your phone boots in TWRP swipe where it says allow modification
12. Select Wipe, format data, and then type yes
13. Go back, and select to wipe Dalvik, cache, system, and vendor
14. Go back to the main screen and choose install
15. Choose select storage and then choose your SD card
16. Locate where you copied the ROM zip file and flash it.
Bugs:
1. Black Screen after the Samsung logo disappeared (Can be fixed by flashing the eureka kernel)
2. Wired and wireless headphones don't work (not sure how to fix it)
3. There is no fingerprint and face recognition
4. Cast screen doesn't work
5. Some apps are crashing
6. Google Play System Update doesn't work
7. The volume control doesn't work as well
8. The camera causes the screen to freeze
This ROM is designed for SM-A307GT, but it also works on my SM-A307FN
Credits goes to thewinner02 on SourceForge for the ROM file.
Update: I deleted the rom files, because my Google drive space was full
Teodortodorv said:
Update: I deleted the rom files, because my Google drive space was full
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can you put them back temporarily pls