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Need some help plz

I know this is a dumb question but I downloaded a different kernel and I need to know how to flash that kernel and keep the rom that I have on my evo
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reboot into recovery and flash kernel zip over the rom. dont wipe anything.
and you posted this in the wrong section. post on Q&A next time.

bmxerkid954 said:
reboot into recovery and flash kernel zip over the rom. dont wipe anything.
and you posted this in the wrong section. post on Q&A next time.
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You're going to want to wipe dalvik and cache (as you always should when Flashing something). Possibly even battery stats if you want to play it safe

Treat kernels just like you do roms I don't want you to be paranoid
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Thank you all allot. Im just a lil confused now because someone say dont wipe but some of yall say to wipe. But im sure I can work it out from here. Thanks
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mcdwll_mrcs said:
Thank you all allot. Im just a lil confused now because someone say dont wipe but some of yall say to wipe. But im sure I can work it out from here. Thanks
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Don't wipe data
Do wipe cache
I never wipe battery stats, but I suppose you could.
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Five Easy Steps:
Wipe cache.
Wipe dalvik-cache.
Do not wipe data.
Flash ZIP.
Enjoy.

drmacinyasha said:
Five Easy Steps:
Wipe cache.
Wipe dalvik-cache.
Do not wipe data.
Flash ZIP.
Enjoy.
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Exactly...
Just make sure to ONLY wipe cache and dalvik cache. This will ensure that the kernel is flashed correctly with no traces of the previous kernel. Again, like said previously, treat flashing kernels as you do flashing ROMs. It's easy, and if anything goes wrong (rarely ever happens, unless you use a kernel not designed for the EVO, LoL) then it can always be undone by reflashing
Good luck and enjoy! You'll be fine br0

For completeness....(? it's Christmas)
Due to some possible wipe (recovery) issues:
Wipe cache , twice.
Wipe Dalvick , twice.
IIRC

Thanks all for your help. I looked at a couple of different kernels, which one do yall think is the best mainly for the battery anyway?
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I'm running SBC-net 4.2.2. And it runs great for me. Good battery and is smooth.

Do you have a link that I can download that kernel?
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mcdwll_mrcs said:
Thanks all for your help. I looked at a couple of different kernels, which one do yall think is the best mainly for the battery anyway?
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Yea. Sorry guys. Meant the data, don't wipe it. Several others already explained it so don't worry.
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[Q] Noob ?

Whay exactly does a full wipe consist of? Using RA 2.3 recovery.

I usually wipe system, cache, and dalvik that way I keep all my dl app but some wipe data also. U can wipe boot as well.

[email protected] said:
Whay exactly does a full wipe consist of? Using RA 2.3 recovery.
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A full wipe, in preparation to flash a new rom would consist of wiping:
data/factory reset
cache
dalvik cache
boot
system
I always wipe everything 2 or 3 times. I also flash Calkulin's Format All after wiping all of the above. That might be overkill, but it makes me feel better before I flash a rom, lol. You get a completely clean start.

k2buckley said:
A full wipe, in preparation to flash a new rom would consist of wiping:
data/factory reset
cache
dalvik cache
boot
system
I always wipe everything 2 or 3 times. I also flash Calkulin's Format All after wiping all of the above. That might be overkill, but it makes me feel better before I flash a rom, lol. You get a completely clean start.
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What would happen if i wiped everything and rebooted? not that i wanna try it or anything just curious

My definition of a full wipe using amon RA is EVERYTHING in the wipe menu except the SD card and when I flash a different rom, I wipe everything on that list with the exception of the card itself. Technically speaking, however, the list that k2buckley posted is correct.
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[email protected] said:
What would happen if i wiped everything and rebooted? not that i wanna try it or anything just curious
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If you tried to boot after wiping what I mentioned, you will either hang at the splash screen or it will boot you right to fastboot (not sure really though, as I've never tried, but it wouldn't boot, for sure). Since it wipes system and boot image, there would be nothing installed for you to boot into. Btw, I would avoid trying that lol.
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k2buckley said:
If you tried to boot after wiping what I mentioned, you will either hang at the splash screen or it will boot you right to fastboot (not sure really though, as I've never tried, but it wouldn't boot, for sure). Since it wipes system and boot image, there would be nothing installed for you to boot into. Btw, I would avoid trying that lol.
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+1........(laughing)
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dougjamal said:
My definition of a full wipe using amon RA is EVERYTHING in the wipe menu except the SD card and when I flash a different rom, I wipe everything on that list with the exception of the card itself. Technically speaking, however, the list that k2buckley posted is correct.
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That's crazy. Wiping everything like that is over kill. No need to wipe data as its all the apps that uve downloaded from the market. The only ones really needed are dalvik, cache, boot, and system. And I've only ever had to do it one time then flash a rom and it works everytime plus I have all my data and apps there still

Papa Smurf151 said:
That's crazy. Wiping everything like that is over kill. No need to wipe data as its all the apps that uve downloaded from the market. The only ones really needed are dalvik, cache, boot, and system. And I've only ever had to do it one time then flash a rom and it works everytime plus I have all my data and apps there still
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He asked what a FULL wipe was. Not if it was necessary or required. And not wiping data when going from one rom to a different one (not an update of the same rom, but to a totally different rom) has ALWAYS left me with weird issues, such as wake locks, cm Widgets on salvage mod, reboots etc.
Oh well, we all have our own methods and rituals for flashing, lol. I will stick to my methods, and everyone else can use theirs.
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Papa Smurf151 said:
That's crazy. Wiping everything like that is over kill. No need to wipe data as its all the apps that uve downloaded from the market. The only ones really needed are dalvik, cache, boot, and system. And I've only ever had to do it one time then flash a rom and it works everytime plus I have all my data and apps there still
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It may very well be overkill, however, that is my method and it has served me well and has saved me a great deal of unnecessary troubleshooting. But hey, to each his or her own, right? Take care and enjoy the rest of your night....
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k2buckley said:
.....And not wiping data when going from one rom to a different one (not an update of the same rom, but to a totally different rom) has ALWAYS left me with weird issues, such as wake locks, cm Widgets on salvage mod, reboots etc......
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Same here, my friend.........and when I change roms, I don't want any remnants of the previous one.
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dougjamal said:
Same here, my friend.........and when I change roms, I don't want any remnants of the previous one.
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I agree as well; I only restore my apps with data and my launcher settings, [person preference].

teh roxxorz said:
I agree as well; I only restore my apps with data and my launcher settings, [person preference].
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I'm guessing u know this but have u ever looked at ur data folder with root exployer or what ever. The app folder might have 5-6 apps in it and the app-private folder holds the apps u dl from market. So wiping it in recovery makes little sense. I've flashed plenty of different roms without wiping data and never had a problem. Plus on an upnote all ihave to do is flash the roms and gapps if needed and restart and that's it. No need to sit there for an hour restoring apps or settings

Papa Smurf151 said:
I'm guessing u know this but have u ever looked at ur data folder with root exployer or what ever.
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Yes, i have.
The app folder might have 5-6 apps in it and the app-private folder holds the apps u dl from market.
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Not with my current setup. My data/apps/ folder contains ALL of my 3rd party apps except Anfry Birds Rio and my app-private folder is empty.
So wiping it in recovery makes little sense.
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Yes and No.
I've flashed plenty of different roms without wiping data and never had a problem.
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I believe you and don't have a problem with you doing it that way, however, like you, I, too, have flashed a great deal of roms and my method has also served me well. It is not wrong for me to use my method. It's just a matter of preference and nothing more.
Plus on an upnote all ihave to do is flash the roms and gapps if needed and restart and that's it. No need to sit there for an hour restoring apps or settings
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I understand, but, I do not sit for hours restoring my apps. My apps are restored within minutes. Anyway, I appreciate your viewpoint. Take care and have a great night.....
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[Q] Really bad luck or phone issue?

Not sure if it's just me or the phone. I'm currently running RCMix3d Runny v4.0, which I love, it's great. But I wanted to try AOSP to get a more natural feel. I installed CM7, had problems connecting to network and tons of FC's. Went back to RCMix3d, for a few days, then decided to try MIUI. Looks smooth, nice features. Tried to change some settings (turn on BT, turn on unknown sources install), phone did a Hot boot, once it came up I get constant android.process.acore FCs.
Both times installing AOSP roms I did a format data/cache/dalvik, not just installing over RCMix3d. Even tried doing format x2 on all first.
Anyone else having similar problems, or could it just be something I'm doing wrong?
Thanks

NYCBest said:
Not sure if it's just me or the phone. I'm currently running RCMix3d Runny v4.0, which I love, it's great. But I wanted to try AOSP to get a more natural feel. I installed CM7, had problems connecting to network and tons of FC's. Went back to RCMix3d, for a few days, then decided to try MIUI. Looks smooth, nice features. Tried to change some settings (turn on BT, turn on unknown sources install), phone did a Hot boot, once it came up I get constant android.process.acore FCs.
Both times installing AOSP roms I did a format data/cache/dalvik, not just installing over RCMix3d. Even tried doing format x2 on all first.
Anyone else having similar problems, or could it just be something I'm doing wrong?
Thanks
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You may wanna format system as well.
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tylerlawhon said:
You may wanna format system as well.
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Sorry, what do you mean format system? I'm doing from CWM, wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache partition, wipe Dalvik Cache.
Unless you meet from the boot menu, doing a factory reset (which i'll need to reroot)

NYCBest said:
Sorry, what do you mean format system? I'm doing from CWM, wipe data/factory reset, wipe cache partition, wipe Dalvik Cache.
Unless you meet from the boot menu, doing a factory reset (which i'll need to reroot)
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No, don't do that. In CWM, go to mounts and storage. You'll see format system, run that. Then wipe data/factory reset in the main CWM screen. Then install your AOSP ROM.
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tylerlawhon said:
No, don't do that. In CWM, go to mounts and storage. You'll see format system, run that. Then wipe data/factory reset in the main CWM screen. Then install your AOSP ROM.
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Ah right, I forgot that was under mounts. Thanks.

NYCBest said:
Ah right, I forgot that was under mounts. Thanks.
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Lemme know if it works, and don't feel shy around the thanks button
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Well, I'm just an idiot. So I did the system format, still had same issues with MIUI.
Noticed that the issues start right after I restore from Titanium backup. Then realized I was hitting Restore System + Apps. Which going from Sense to AOSP, doesn't work so well.
Just reinstalled and only restored Apps. Working fine now.
Thanks for the help!

Sometimes the easiest things are the ones most overlooked!!! (been there done that.....way toooo many times..lol)
Glad ya got it going!

I think there is something to multiple wipes!

I was on here late last night and was looking thru a thread and someone said when you wipe cache and dalvik you should do so several times. I had some issues with my phone the other day. Evidently my phone doesn't like being severely undervolted. Thank God for nandroid. Also system tuner pro was giving me fits to. So I decided to reflash my rom. I had been running faux kernel with the skyrocket mods. So I wiped data/ reset twice then wiped cache and dalvik twice . Flashed rom and fixed permissions twice. My phone is now smoother then its ever been. I'm not using fauxs kernel either. So the moral of the story is next time you flash or wipe. Make sure you do so a few times. Hope everyone had a great new year! !
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Yeah I use to only wipe things once, but the past few roms I've been wiping everything 3 times with no problems that I would run into after only wiping once. I've also read a few people saying that after you wipe everything multiple times and flash your rom..flash the rom again directly after...not sure what exactly that does if anything, but a few do it. If anyone knows what exactly that does flashing the rom twice in a row please let me know. Not possible to have too many good habits if your a flashaholik lol.
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Is there a superwipe script like there is for the sensation and the amaze it seems to work great. I always get a clean flash and it works great gives you one thing to do before you flash a rom and a clean install.
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Ive never wiped cache and dalvik when flashing roms. Maybe I should. Can I do this now after the fact or would this erase all my data?
When exactly do you wipe dalvik and cache? before and after a new rom install?

synenergy52 said:
Ive never wiped cache and dalvik when flashing roms. Maybe I should. Can I do this now after the fact or would this erase all my data?
When exactly do you wipe dalvik and cache? before and after a new rom install?
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I guess if your not having any issues then you don't need to worry about. I always wipe dalvik and cache in recovery before a flash a rom or kernel or a theme.
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synenergy52 said:
Ive never wiped cache and dalvik when flashing roms. Maybe I should. Can I do this now after the fact or would this erase all my data?
When exactly do you wipe dalvik and cache? before and after a new rom install?
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You are lucky if you don't have any problems. You suppose to wipe dalvik and cache partition before flash/install a new rom. Wipe the dalvik and cache partition in recovery shouldn't erase your data, but if you don't have any problems then I guess you're ok.

Lawl. Funny thread.

Is it necessary to wipe data when updating a you rom

Not flashing a new ROM just flashing an update of the same.
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No but you can always wipe if you end up having force closes or issues a clean install is usually recommended. I don't unless I do experience issues but that's just me.

That's good to hear cause I've been sick of restoring all my app. Thanks for the quick reply
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AWagg88 said:
That's good to hear cause I've been sick of restoring all my app. Thanks for the quick reply
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The only I time I do I full wipe within the same Rom is if the dev strongly recommends it.
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Is it necessary to wipe every time you poo? Not necessarily, but it is always a good idea to at least wipe once.

Jizzylax said:
Is it necessary to wipe every time you poo? Not necessarily, but it is always a good idea to at least wipe once.
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Lmao Well said

Totally!
Yes, you could end up with a brick if you don't, it's actually likely.

Flarbenshweezel said:
Yes, you could end up with a brick if you don't, it's actually likely.
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I wouldn't go so far as to say it's likely. Especially when flashing an update of the same rom.

Okay here i goes
Moving from ICS to Jellybean
You need format /system, /data, /cache, /dalvic cache
Same goes moving from Sense roms to AOSP.
Updating a current ROM.
Typically, I will just wipe cache and dalvic cache. unless advised by dev.
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sjpritch25 said:
Okay here i goes
Moving from ICS to Jellybean
You need format /system, /data, /cache, /dalvic cache
Same goes moving from Sense roms to AOSP.
Updating a current ROM.
Typically, I will just wipe cache and dalvic cache. unless advised by dev.
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You need to purchase Titanium backup because that's a great tool for restoring apps. However, it too has its limitations. You can't restore data from ICS to jellybean. Or Sense to AOSP. Just apps

Jizzylax said:
Is it necessary to wipe every time you poo? Not necessarily, but it is always a good idea to at least wipe once.
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Flarbenshweezel said:
Yes, you could end up with a brick if you don't, it's actually likely.
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When you see it, you'll **** bricks.