[Q] Odd installation problem - T-Mobile, Samsung Galaxy SIII

I'm having a strange issue trying to install a ROM (any rom). No matter what ROM I try to install, I get a "can't open /sdcard/(ROM NAME),zip (bad).
This happens if the file is on the internal SD or the external SD. Doesn't matter. I was able to restore from a nandroid backup, but I'm really stumped here.
Anyone have any ideas?

Are you using the latest version of your recovery? I recommend twrp btw
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Update recovery.

Thanks for the replies. I'm using ClockworkMod 6.0.2.3. I take it there is a newer version?

ebamit said:
Thanks for the replies. I'm using ClockworkMod 6.0.2.3. I take it there is a newer version?
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Never mind. I found CWM 6.0.2.8. I'll flash in the morning and give it a try.

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Unable nandroid with CWM 5.8.4.7

So after flashing Nostalgia 7.3 I attempted to do a nandroid backup and booted into recovery and the backup stopped with this error message
"E: Can't mount /cache/recovery/command"
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P8TRIOT said:
So after flashing Nostalgia 7.3 I attempted to do a nandroid backup and booted into recovery and the backup stopped with this error message
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Exact same thing with me. I think I'm going to flash to a previous version... if I know how... because I used ROM Manager which did it for me.
I can Nandroid manually in recovery so the problem doesn't seem to associate with CWM recovery it seems to be associated with ROM manager.
Exact same thing with me. I think I'm going to flash to a previous version... if I know how... because I used ROM Manager which did it for me
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Are you able to nandroid from recovery? don't know what it is in ROM manager that is causing this, hopefully somebody else will shed some light on this.
If I was you guys I'd do everything in recovery manually. I've seen many a problem pop up from using rom managers automated scripts.
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This unofficial update fixed the issue I was having with initiating backups from ROM manager:
https://twitter.com/clockworkmod/status/232975246477647872

CWM and Nandroid problems....Can't mount backup path????

I ran into problems trying to make a Nandroid backup.
Currently on CWM 5.5.0.4, Odin 3.04 and stock Rom.
I go into CWM recovery....
I select backup and restore....
I select backup....
Then I get "Can't mount backup path"
I hope I just forget something simple here.
If you guys could help, could you kinda try and make it in simple terms. I am really trying to learn this stuff, but I am just starting out, so sorry for the novice level guys.
I did try and google some info, but I feel even more confused now.
Any help would be great.....
thanks guys!!
Mcoupe said:
I ran into problems trying to make a Nandroid backup.
Currently on CWM 5.5.0.4, Odin 3.04 and stock Rom.
I go into CWM recovery....
I select backup and restore....
I select backup....
Then I get "Can't mount backup path"
I hope I just forget something simple here.
If you guys could help, could you kinda try and make it in simple terms. I am really trying to learn this stuff, but I am just starting out, so sorry for the novice level guys.
I did try and google some info, but I feel even more confused now.
Any help would be great.....
thanks guys!!
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Any help would be great. I would love to start swapping ROMs but can't until I make some sort of backup....correct?
Use this newer CWM Recovery
https://dl.dropbox.com/u/16085428/CWM_TOUCH_7-12/recovery.tar.md5
You can flash it using Mobile Odin or Odin on your desktop.
You can find instructions on how to flash that here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1769419
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fergie716 said:
Use this newer CWM Recovery
https://dl.dropbox.com/u/16085428/CWM_TOUCH_7-12/recovery.tar.md5
You can flash it using Mobile Odin or Odin on your desktop.
You can find instructions on how to flash that here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1769419
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Hay fergie716 any idea when we might see a update to 6.0.1.2?
Mcoupe said:
I ran into problems trying to make a Nandroid backup.
Currently on CWM 5.5.0.4, Odin 3.04 and stock Rom.
I go into CWM recovery....
I select backup and restore....
I select backup....
Then I get "Can't mount backup path"
I hope I just forget something simple here.
If you guys could help, could you kinda try and make it in simple terms. I am really trying to learn this stuff, but I am just starting out, so sorry for the novice level guys.
I did try and google some info, but I feel even more confused now.
Any help would be great.....
thanks guys!!
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Do u have a SD card in? If u dont u need to go down and select backup to internal memory. Its your SD card giving u problems unless u don't have one
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I can't find the option: "Back up to Internal Memory"
musclehead84 said:
Do u have a SD card in? If u dont u need to go down and select backup to internal memory. Its your SD card giving u problems unless u don't have one
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My ext card have 4.8gb free, Is it enough to back up?
And I can't find the option: "Back up to Internal Memory"
Just flash TWRP recovery by downloading goomanager from the play store.... it solved the problems I had with CWM
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updated?
Is there a new zip for CWM? I am on 5.5.0.4 and still seeing Can't Mount Backup Path.
Devtodi said:
Is there a new zip for CWM? I am on 5.5.0.4 and still seeing Can't Mount Backup Path.
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Same issue here, just started is the strange thing.
HoundDog24 said:
Same issue here, just started is the strange thing.
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The first solution to any recovery problems should be to check if there is an update to CWM, which fergie716 already linked to. This is why they release updates... because sometimes things are broken (and they only pop up in unique circumstances).
Also, I personally use TWRP, and always recommend it. I have had no issues with TWRP (when I keep it up-to-date). But I always throw in the disclaimer that backups made with CWM will not be able to be restored in CWM. If you have too many backups in CWM that you want to keep, switching to TWRP might not be up your alley.
z143456 said:
Just flash TWRP recovery by downloading goomanager from the play store.... it solved the problems I had with CWM
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+1
The main reason of this problem is SD card
I was also getting this error...
After I inserted a 16gb microsd card the problem got fixed

recovery 6.0.1.2 cant backup

I updated my recovery to 6.0.1.2 the newest one but after I update d my recovery
I can't backup my ROM every time I try it come up error like picture below. I also format my sdcard but still can't.
I have sandisk 64g class 10
Anyone know what is that issue? or know how to fix it?
It really bother me.thank you
Youre not the only one. I tried Xquzit JB roms which installs it. Went back and forth between CWM 4.8.4.5 and 6.0.1.2 and every time back up fails on 6.0.1.2. I suggest downgrading.
aznmode said:
Youre not the only one. I tried Xquzit JB roms which installs it. Went back and forth between CWM 4.8.4.5 and 6.0.1.2 and every time back up fails on 6.0.1.2. I suggest downgrading.
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just deleted android_secure by using root explorer and problem solved
rooster_yang said:
just deleted android_secure by using root explorer and problem solved
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Nice. Thanks will give this a try!
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Install twrp and never look back lol
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Stuck in TWRP, No OS installed, no Nandroid

I didn't make a Nandroid backup because I use Titanium Backup instead.
So I did a factory reset and wanted to flash the new aokp build by task650. Failed in red error. I thought it was a bad download so I flashed the mirror. Still get the error.
So I'm stuck. I'm currently in TWRP copying my internal storage to an external sd card, but what do I do next?
GetPatriotized said:
I didn't make a Nandroid backup because I use Titanium Backup instead.
So I did a factory reset and wanted to flash the new aokp build by task650. Failed in red error. I thought it was a bad download so I flashed the mirror. Still get the error.
So I'm stuck. I'm currently in TWRP copying my internal storage to an external sd card, but what do I do next?
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Easiest thing would be to reboot into download and Odin back to stock.
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KorGuy123 said:
Easiest thing would be to reboot into download and Odin back to stock.
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Ah okay, that's what I was thinking but wasn't sure. Thanks for the quick response.
What I would do is take my ext SD card load or ROM on it via adapter to desktop/laptop and flash from ext SD card
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Alright, back on stock ROM, rooted.
jayRokk said:
What I would do is take my ext SD card load or ROM on it via adapter to desktop/laptop and flash from ext SD card
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It didn't work prior this. Still get the red failed error. Used the ext sd card and still get the error. I'm not totally sure what's going on.
Can't get this to work. Tried everything.
Flashed stock samsung rom via odin three times. Installed TWRP and whatever ROM I try to flash I get a failed error. Anyone please? This is driving me crazy.
GetPatriotized said:
Can't get this to work. Tried everything.
Flashed stock samsung rom via odin three times. Installed TWRP and whatever ROM I try to flash I get a failed error. Anyone please? This is driving me crazy.
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Just checking, did you install the latest version of TWRP specific to our phone? Wrong version would abort a flash.
You could always try loading up CWM and see if that will flash successfully.
BYOBret said:
Just checking, did you install the latest version of TWRP specific to our phone? Wrong version would abort a flash.
You could always try loading up CWM and see if that will flash successfully.
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Just tried CWM and that didn't work. same status 7 error (installation aborted) I have no idea
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Just tried CWM and that didn't work. same status 7 error (installation aborted) I have no idea
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what version did you use and was it a zip or tar?
What version of TWRP? 2.5 is the latest.
Try wiping your data. The one that removes EVERYTHING from the internal SD card.
xBeerdroiDx said:
what version did you use and was it a zip or tar?
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Didn't check the version but I'm pretty sure it's the latest. It was a zip btw.

[Q] Don't Understand

Hi all. I'm going absolutely crazy over here. I have an i747 and I rooted it, no problem. The problem that I am having is that I'm currently running 4.1.2 and for the life of me, cannot figure out how to get it to 4.2. I've tried installing CM10, but every time I try and flash it in CWM, I get a E: Error in /emmc/cm10.zip (Status 7). I've tried installing other 4.2 ROMs like Paranoid Android etc, but get the same/similar error. I can flash other custom ROMs, like Alliance and such. I'm sure I'm over thinking this and just need a fresh set of eyes on the issue and a point in the right direction here. Your help is much appreciated.
What version of cwm are you running?
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jon_yarbrough said:
Hi all. I'm going absolutely crazy over here. I have an i747 and I rooted it, no problem. The problem that I am having is that I'm currently running 4.1.2 and for the life of me, cannot figure out how to get it to 4.2. I've tried installing CM10, but every time I try and flash it in CWM, I get a E: Error in /emmc/cm10.zip (Status 7). I've tried installing other 4.2 ROMs like Paranoid Android etc, but get the same/similar error. I can flash other custom ROMs, like Alliance and such. I'm sure I'm over thinking this and just need a fresh set of eyes on the issue and a point in the right direction here. Your help is much appreciated.
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Status 7 is an out of date recovery, so make sure that's updated.
Also the newest cm10 and aokp and Pac man need updated bootleggers. Check the cm10 thread for the links to the Odin files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=41535366
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I'm running cwm 5.5.0.4
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jon_yarbrough said:
I'm running cwm 5.5.0.4
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Read up on what the status 7 error means. Also, I would recommend switching from CWM to TWRP.
jon_yarbrough said:
I'm running cwm 5.5.0.4
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Cwm is up to 6.0.2.8
Just needs an update.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=38962585
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Cwm is actually sitting currently at 6.0.3.1. Here is the latest cwm flashable zip: http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1888710&d=1366136727
Flash this in cwm, go to advanced, select reboot recovery. Once back in, make a new backup.
Before you flash a 4.2 rom from 4.1, wipe everything. Save everything you want to an sd card or your PC. Place your desired rom and gapps on a micro sd card. Wipe data, wipe cache and dalvik. Format /system and /data. Flash rom and gapps.
xBeerdroiDx said:
Cwm is actually sitting currently at 6.0.3.1. Here is the latest cwm flashable zip: http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1888710&d=1366136727
Flash this in cwm, go to advanced, select reboot recovery. Once back in, make a new backup.
Before you flash a 4.2 rom from 4.1, wipe everything. Save everything you want to an sd card or your PC. Place your desired rom and gapps on a micro sd card. Wipe data, wipe cache and dalvik. Format /system and /data. Flash rom and gapps.
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Lol I did the same thing last time.
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KorGuy123 said:
Lol I did the same thing last time.
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Hahaha. I thought that was you. Cheers, KorGuy!
Thanks all. I just went into ROM Manager and updated CWM to the current version of 6.0.3 and it worked like a freakin' charm. I will be sure to hit THANKS for you all. Thanks again.
xBeerdroiDx said:
Cwm is actually sitting currently at 6.0.3.1. Here is the latest cwm flashable zip: http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=1888710&d=1366136727
Flash this in cwm, go to advanced, select reboot recovery. Once back in, make a new backup.
Before you flash a 4.2 rom from 4.1, wipe everything. Save everything you want to an sd card or your PC. Place your desired rom and gapps on a micro sd card. Wipe data, wipe cache and dalvik. Format /system and /data. Flash rom and gapps.
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It's actually 6.0.3.2 now, but you have to build it yourself to get it as the latest released version is still 6.0.3.1.
https://github.com/CyanogenMod/andr...mmit/6f8d24d326258f2293436c50caca1c50eccab329
klin1344 said:
It's actually 6.0.3.2 now, but you have to build it yourself to get it as the latest released version is still 6.0.3.1.
https://github.com/CyanogenMod/andr...mmit/6f8d24d326258f2293436c50caca1c50eccab329
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:laugh:
It's not a release until it's released.
Cheers, klin

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