I was on TWRP 2.4.0.0 and CM10.1. Just upgraded to TWRP 2.6.0.0 by flashing the zip file. However, in recovery, the version says 2.4.4.0, not 2.6.0.0.
Anybody has a similar situation?
Sorry I still cannot post on the dev section so I have to post this here.
But many thanks to Hashcode!
I don't know bout the 8.9 inch model, but the other da when he released the 7 inch model version, he had a 1 character typo in the zip file somewhere, and it was acting like a successful flash, and it really wasn't flashing anything. Maybe it happened on the 8.9 inch version too and you got a release from before the fix or something. Maybe hashcode will see this and respond.
Edit: wait your recovery jumped from 2.4.0.0 to 2.4.4.0? I missed that when I first read the post. Maybe u somehow dl'd the wrong one cause that's old.
Edit2: this is also appearing on his thread. I'd follow it and see what he says.
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stunts513 said:
I don't know bout the 8.9 inch model, but the other da when he released the 7 inch model version, he had a 1 character typo in the zip file somewhere, and it was acting like a successful flash, and it really wasn't flashing anything. Maybe it happened on the 8.9 inch version too and you got a release from before the fix or something. Maybe hashcode will see this and respond.
Edit: wait your recovery jumped from 2.4.0.0 to 2.4.4.0? I missed that when I first read the post. Maybe u somehow dl'd the wrong one cause that's old.
Edit2: this is also appearing on his thread. I'd follow it and see what he says.
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thanks! I saw that too (although I cannot reply yet...)
Same problem here. I ended up extracting the .img and flashing it manually. You can do this with an app called Flashify as well.
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manchucka said:
Same problem here. I ended up extracting the .img and flashing it manually. You can do this with an app called Flashify as well.
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That did the trick! Thankyou very much!
Hash posted a new file.
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Hash posted a new file.
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thanks!
fireflash
I found that using Fireflash to update twrp was very easy and straightforward. read more about it here. you can update your version of CM using this utility too(make sure you do a good backup first )
manchucka said:
Same problem here. I ended up extracting the .img and flashing it manually. You can do this with an app called Flashify as well.
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Wow, thanks for the tip. Just spent 30 mins trying to figure out adb so I could update my Kindle Fire TWRP to 2.6.
My goomanager kept downloading 2.6 and telling me that it was installed successfully, but then when I rebooted it was still 2.1.1 or 2.2.1 or whatever it was.
Flashify did the trick in 15 seconds.
Thanks again.
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I currently have TWRP 2.1.1
how do I upgrade to 2.2
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I currently have TWRP 2.1.1
how do I upgrade to 2.2
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1) You can copy the zip file below to your Kindle File.
2) Shut Down, then power up into TWRP 2.1.1 and flash from there.
OR
Use fastboot command and push the file to your Kindle Fire.
1) Get into fastboot mode.
2) Flash recovery image:
- fastboot flash recovery FILE-PATH/openrecovery-twrp-2.2.0-blaze.img
TWRP-Blaze-2.2.0.zip MD5: 4af9559df5a62f39f8032ade0bd413ab
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1) You can copy the zip file below to your Kindle File.
2) Shut Down, then power up into TWRP 2.1.1 and flash from there.
OR
Use fastboot command and push the file to your Kindle Fire.
1) Get into fastboot mode.
2) Flash recovery image:
- fastboot flash recovery FILE-PATH/openrecovery-twrp-2.2.0-blaze.img
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Have you tried flashing the attached file in TWRP 2.1.1
Did it work
Is that all you have to do
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Have you tried flashing the attached file in TWRP 2.1.1
Did it work
Is that all you have to do
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I just flashed it and it works great for me.
Did you do it using twrp
It just seems that it wouldn't work because it is replacing TWRP while Twrp is flashing
I don't need to wipe anything
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Did you do it using twrp
It just seems that it wouldn't work because it is replacing TWRP while Twrp is flashing
I don't need to wipe anything
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Yes, I flash it using TWRP 2.1.1 then did the Cache and Dalvik Cache wipe just to clear them from time to time.
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Yes, I flash it using TWRP 2.1.1 then did the Cache and Dalvik Cache wipe just to clear them from time to time.
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Do you do those wipes before or after the flash
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Do you do those wipes before or after the flash
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I flash, then wipe.
I just flashed using the zip. If you happen to get stuck, reboot and click pushing the power button until the -- lines go to the Reset Boot Mode at the bottom and not Recovery.
I almost had a heart attack because of that, :angel:.
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I just flashed using the zip. If you happen to get stuck, reboot and click pushing the power button until the -- lines go to the Reset Boot Mode at the bottom and not Recovery.
I almost had a heart attack because of that, :angel:.
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Same happened to me but when that happened I just rebooted into TWRP 2.2 and flashed ModaCo and it booted fine
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I flashed this
I flashed this zip from twrp to update it. Worked perfect for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=28664718&postcount=127
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Did you do it using twrp
It just seems that it wouldn't work because it is replacing TWRP while Twrp is flashing
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This is exactly what kept me from updating TWRP the last several days. Flashing over itself from inside the about-to-be-flashed app just seems wrong.
So you guys are verifying that it works?
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This is exactly what kept me from updating TWRP the last several days. Flashing over itself from inside the about-to-be-flashed app just seems wrong.
So you guys are verifying that it works?
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Yes I used TWRP to flash to the new TWRP with no problems.
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Hey, I just gave you your 100 Thank! Congrats!
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Time flies! No idea how I got there that fast, heh.
I updated TWRP through GooManager. Once in GooManager, select Flash ROMs and it will ask you if you have a recovery. Just select "Try to find one for me", and it will allow you to download and install with one click.
the safest way to update twrp is here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500935
what is the latest version that can safely be placed on KF HD 8.9
Sorry for dragging up an old thread, but i am having difficulty finding the information elsewhere. i"m currently running TWRP 2.3.3.0, and would like to upgrade to the latest version. I would like to know what the latest version of TWRP i can safely load on a KF HD 8.9 is. I see that version 2.4.4.0 is what was used in Hashcode's instructions, but I'm curious if that is the latest version that can be run, or if 2.5.* can be used.
Thanks!
I used KFU to upgrade on my 1st gen kindle fire
Use the same thing you used to get twrp to upgrade twrp
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WARNING: The following files ONLY work for the Original KF. Running this on a 2nd Generation KF will brick the device.
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From Original thread:
Hi all, some of you may have seen my utility over in the de-bricking thread. My goal at this point is to try and make lives easier for everyone I can.
So what I have done is created a script that can be used to handle a lot of common things people may want, and I will continue to add things people request that I think would be easy, and beneficial. I just wanted to make this situation easier for the average person.
You will see how the tool detects you at the default screen, and can refresh it by hitting 0 at any menu to have it refresh ADB/Fastboot and see what mode the kindle is in.
Currently the tool comes packaged with the drivers required to operate ADB and Fastboot.
Please note: If your device can't be seen in fastboot mode, please make sure to install the drivers packaged with this, as it will show up afterwards. You can use the install_drivers.bat with the device plugged in for this.
Usage should be straight forward for the tool. If you are having issues with something, this tool has a good chance of getting you back on track.
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Rooting has been tested with the latest update (6.3.2) and it works 100%. Be sure to have your device booted up in normal mode before running the root.
Features:
Automatic elevation to root for tool operations.
Full root install.
Auto detect current bootmode.
Auto Detect ADB/Fastboot Online/Offline.
Auto download update.zip from Amazon.
Auto download and install TWRP Recovery.
Auto download and install COTR Recovery.
Auto download and install FFF Bootloader.
Manage current bootmodes.
Manage Read/Write.
Install GoogleApps/Market/GoLauncherEX.
Lock/Unlock the Wallpaper from being changed.
As of 3/16/2013:
Doesn't support CWM for now bad DL link and seems there is no updated, stable version.
Automated Dual-Boot installation and Un-Dual Boot
Choose Amazon Firmware to update to
More to come... This needs a bit of a code re-write from the things I added. Expect it to be updated soon.
Please feel free to contact me if I should add even more features to this
Here are some screen-shots:
More to come...
Please leave a message if this tool does not help you, malfunctions, or just to say thank you, or request more features!
Don't forget to donate to teamwin for their awesome recovery system over at: Team Win Website
Current Downloads:
v0.9.9 Download
Older Downloads:
v0.9.8 Download
Changelog:
Code:
4/5/13: v0.9.9 now has an option to install COTR recovery.
Squashed a few bugs including the superuser.apk not
installing bug.
3/17/13: v0.9.8+ includes even more bug fixes from v0.9.8
and now implements the dual boot feature.
Please read the README.txt inside the zip.
3/16/13: A few major code bugs fixed. Removed DL link for v0.9.7
because of these bugs. 100% tested and working with everything.
3/15/13: Initial upload... v0.9.7
Credits: VashyPooh for script and permission to maintain.
Initial work by ubeezee & yareally on there forum thread.
Full revert based off method from Clavin, "tweaked" by Vashypooh.
Full credit of TWRP goes to Team Win for releasing an awesome tool! Good job guys.
I checked with Dees_Troy prior to integrating TWRP install into the tool, and he was alright with it. If this changes, it will be changed or completely removed per their request.
rooobbbbb on XDA for the Wallpaper Lock trick.
Jolleyboy/Bandage on XDA for Android Market guide/ Android Apps.
Sync settings found by Abramel @ XDA.
Zeb for testing 0.9.4!
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If you are asking for help and can't post here, please post in Q&A forums here.
If you CAN post and are asking for help please provide some required information listed below to receive best solutions right away.
Provide:
Windows Verson
32-bit or 64-bit
What steps you have taken
What device manager says about your device
Version of KFU you are using
Exact error you recieve
Re: [Root][TWRP][FFF+FFFExtended]Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.7+ (3/16/13) [1st Gen Only!
Awesome! Will this work with Linux too?
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firered365 said:
Awesome! Will this work with Linux too?
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Not yet but I do have plans
Re: [Root][TWRP][FFF+FFFExtended]Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.7+ (3/16/13) [1st Gen Only!
Hello.
I have a few questions.
Does matter what kind of USB cable I use? I have a Samsung one so I was wondering if I could use that. And to install Root itself you need the drivers right? Where do I get the drivers for 6.3.2? After it recognizes the kindle I just click the root option and... Kaboom right!!? Lol.
Thank you for your help.
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shahrukhraza said:
Hello.
I have a few questions.
Does matter what kind of USB cable I use? I have a Samsung one so I was wondering if I could use that. And to install Root itself you need the drivers right? Where do I get the drivers for 6.3.2? After it recognizes the kindle I just click the root option and... Kaboom right!!? Lol.
Thank you for your help.
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You need to run install_drivers.bat the run kfu and select root with your device connected in normal mode. The drivers should be universal with any ROM. Also, as long as the cable you are using is a micro-usb it should work I use an HTC cable and it works.
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Re: [Root][TWRP][FFF+FFFExtended]Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.7+ (3/16/13) [1st Gen Only!
And where would I find this install run.bat? From the original thread right? And for the TWRP I just press that option right?
and does this version have the yellow triangle problems?
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shahrukhraza said:
And where would I find this install run.bat? From the original thread right? And for the TWRP I just press that option right?
and does this version have the yellow triangle problems?
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Download the files and extract the zip its in the root of the zip... And yes the Yellow triangles are no more. They were from FFF 1.2>
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Ichigo said:
Yellow triangle had to do with an older version of fff bootloader. I think. I never experienced the problem myself. I'm assuming that it is gone as of fff 1.4a
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The yellow triangle was gone as of fff1.4 i believe..
Re: [Root][TWRP][FFF+FFFExtended]Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.7+ (3/16/13) [1st Gen Only!
Aight guys thanks for the help.
Now I just have to wait for my brother to stop reading Harry Potter...:banghead::banghead::banghead:
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Re: [Root][TWRP][FFF+FFFExtended]Kindle Fire Utility v0.9.8 (3/16/13) [1st Gen Only!]
I like how you changed the font color and background, reminds me of the glory days of DOS
New update...
I updated twice today:
v0.9.8 fixes a md5 sum mismatch bug when installing TWRP
v0.9.8+ Has a little bit more touched up code and now fully implements the Dual Boot feature
Enjoy! And please read the readme.txt in the v0.9.8+ zip, thanks.
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I like how you changed the font color and background, reminds me of the glory days of DOS
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Right!
awidawad said:
I updated twice today:
v0.9.8 fixes a md5 sum mismatch bug when installing TWRP
v0.9.8+ Has a little bit more touched up code and now fully implements the Dual Boot feature
Enjoy! And please read the readme.txt in the v0.9.8+ zip, thanks.
Right!
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So for the dual boot, does this just set up the partitions, and then I can go install the two ROMs in recovery? Or does it also install two previously downloaded ROMs?
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redbean25 said:
So for the dual boot, does this just set up the partitions, and then I can go install the two ROMs in recovery? Or does it also install two previously downloaded ROMs?
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The dual boot installs the modified boot loader and resizes the partitions. Then you need to flash altrom-format-all.zip. When I update next I'll put more info in the readme
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The dual boot installs the modified boot loader and resizes the partitions. Then you need to flash altrom-format-all.zip. When I update next I'll put more info in the readme
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OK. I'd like to dual boot Jelly bean and a stock rooted image (Modaco maybe), so next time I am free, perhaps I'll use your tool to tackle that task.
Thanks for expanding the capabilities of this utility.
THANK YOU SO MUCH! I tried everything in the book (and a few things not listed) to get the last version to work with my KF, and never had any luck. 0.9.8+ works like magic. Great job!
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Highly appreciate the dual boot thing. Had to do it manually back in the day, and it was quite a job... Thanx.
They will sticky this now that the original thread is closed, right?
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BrooklynNY said:
Highly appreciate the dual boot thing. Had to do it manually back in the day, and it was quite a job... Thanx.
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I didn't even attempt dual booting because it looked like such a pain.
Thanks for making an addition to format for dual booting!
Also since I know it will be asked, I just want to make sure this works with 6.3.2 since 9.6 kfu didn't (I don't think).
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Works with 6.3.2
jma9454 said:
Also since I know it will be asked, I just want to make sure this works with 6.3.2 since 9.6 kfu didn't (I don't think).
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Re-read the OP and look for the big green text now
okay guys, i have a question.
my adb status is online but my boot status is unknown. i probably dont have the drivers installed . and when i try to run the install drivers it says that the some path is not specified. So how would i download the drivers?
oh and the path that it cant find is \drivers\dpinst64.exe .
any suggestions?
Will there eventually be an app for unlocking the bootloader on the 10.3 firmware? I don't have the factory cable and it sounds like a lot of people have bricked their device doing the downgrade to 10.2.
I hope so. I am not gonna even try it... Lol instead rooted it and used Kindlefree app to install Nova and used titanium backup. So it's "like" Android but not quite lol....
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It worked for me even with the 10.3.1 bootloader. It seems that the exploit is not closed yet.
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I can confirm that the utilities still work fine with the latest version of the kindle software, so you shouldn't even need to downgrade.
flopower1996 said:
It worked for me even with the 10.3.1 bootloader. It seems that the exploit is not closed yet.
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But if I downgrade my bootloader I won't have to use the whole 2nd bootloader method and all that right? Won't I then just be able to use some utility to flash TWRP and then flash a ROM? This Kindle thing is probably a little more intimidating than anything else I've messed with. I have mine rooted and a bunch of other hacks but I want pure Android on. I don't want a brick though..
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jwort93 said:
I can confirm that the utilities still work fine with the latest version of the kindle software, so you shouldn't even need to downgrade.
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Which utility did you use and did you need a fastboot cable?
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You're going to need the second boot loader no matter what
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mindmajick said:
You're going to need the second boot loader no matter what
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Ok so if I use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2216285 to downgrade my current bootloader then use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2106463 to flash the freedom boot img and TWRP then I can just flash a ROM like normal through TWRP. Right?
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jcnbama said:
Ok so if I use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2216285 to downgrade my current bootloader then use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2106463 to flash the freedom boot img and TWRP then I can just flash a ROM like normal through TWRP. Right?
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No need to downgrade the bootloader. Install the apk from the dev. Thread and click install. Nothing else.
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flopower1996 said:
No need to downgrade the bootloader. Install the apk from the dev. Thread and click install. Nothing else.
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What about all that craziness I have been reading about locking up the bootloader due to the 10.3.1 bootloader? I can just forget about that and install that apk file and THEN I would be able to flash a ROM via TWRP? I thought that the thread said that this tool said it was for the old bootloader. This is great news! Can you confirm this? Are we on the same page?
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jcnbama said:
What about all that craziness I have been reading about locking up the bootloader due to the 10.3.1 bootloader? I can just forget about that and install that apk file and THEN I would be able to flash a ROM via TWRP? I thought that the thread said that this tool said it was for the old bootloader. This is great news! Can you confirm this? Are we on the same page?
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Yes the exploit stil exists. Tested by myself withe the 10.3.1 bootloader and confirmed by other people. Enjoy the freedom of flashing!
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flopower1996 said:
Yes the exploit stil exists. Tested by myself withe the 10.3.1 bootloader and confirmed by other people. Enjoy the freedom of flashing!
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Oh my goodness. This absolutely worked. WHY didn't I meet you like 3 days ago? LOL Any noob to Kindle should know about this. Root + Run a simple .apk WOW. Any thoughts on the best Rom going right now for KF2? Kernel?
jcnbama said:
Oh my goodness. This absolutely worked. WHY didn't I meet you like 3 days ago? LOL Any noob to Kindle should know about this. Root + Run a simple .apk WOW. Any thoughts on the best Rom going right now for KF2? Kernel?
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Well, i personally use the aosp Rom by hashcode. It`s simple, nice and clean. But what you are using is your own choice. Flash different Roms and make your own mind.
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Well, i personally use the aosp Rom by hashcode. It`s simple, nice and clean. But what you are using is your own choice. Flash different Roms and make your own mind.
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So, it looks like I have screwed something up. This figures as my luck is terrible with this freegin Kindle. So I got TWRP recovery working fine. I DL Cyanogenmod 10.1 and Gapps accordingly. Went into TWRP of course made a backup, then went to flash. I wiped EVERYTHING and went to flash the ROM. I received the error <Could Not Open .zip> So now I have nothing on file except a bad .zip. I did re-download the ROM assuming it was bad and restored my TWRP backup. Now I am stuck in what appears to be a Kindle Bootloop. The Kindle Fire (Orange) logo comes up, a few seconds later it blinks back off again and recycles. Now what? I can't get the Kindle to boot so I can put the .zip back on the machine. I am STUCK. This sucks... :crying:
jcnbama said:
So, it looks like I have screwed something up. This figures as my luck is terrible with this freegin Kindle. So I got TWRP recovery working fine. I DL Cyanogenmod 10.1 and Gapps accordingly. Went into TWRP of course made a backup, then went to flash. I wiped EVERYTHING and went to flash the ROM. I received the error <Could Not Open .zip> So now I have nothing on file except a bad .zip. I did re-download the ROM assuming it was bad and restored my TWRP backup. Now I am stuck in what appears to be a Kindle Bootloop. The Kindle Fire (Orange) logo comes up, a few seconds later it blinks back off again and recycles. Now what? I can't get the Kindle to boot so I can put the .zip back on the machine. I am STUCK. This sucks... :crying:
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You have fastboot cable?
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It's on the way lol. Ordered it today. What is terrible is I thought I was doing the right thing by doing a backup up TWRP. Just in case ya know? It *usually* works. Now I just need to know the next steps so I can get back where I need to be. Thought I was home free with TWRP.
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It's on the way lol. Ordered it today. What is terrible is I thought I was doing the right thing by doing a backup up TWRP. Just in case ya know? It *usually* works. Now I just need to know the next steps so I can get back where I need to be. Thought I was home free with TWRP.
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I did the exact same thing when i got my kindle back in January. (Yeah, i had to order my cable right after that )
For some reason I've never been able to restore a stock TWRP backup on the kf2. It always borks the bootloader.
I know there is a special requirement that our bootloader uses a file called stack on the system partition- that's why you can't get into recovery now (when you wiped the system it wiped the stack file which let's us run the second bootloader.)
Anyway, Once you have the fastboot cable its really easy to get things going again. Pm me if you need a hand.. I've been through this myself a few times lol.
If you ever end up in the same situation again where you wiped the system and the zip is bad... Stay in twrp and use "adb sideload" to push a good zip from pc.
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mindmajick said:
I did the exact same thing when i got my kindle back in January. (Yeah, i had to order my cable right after that )
For some reason I've never been able to restore a stock TWRP backup on the kf2. It always borks the bootloader.
I know there is a special requirement that our bootloader uses a file called stack on the system partition- that's why you can't get into recovery now (when you wiped the system it wiped the stack file which let's us run the second bootloader.)
Anyway, Once you have the fastboot cable its really easy to get things going again. Pm me if you need a hand.. I've been through this myself a few times lol.
If you ever end up in the same situation again where you wiped the system and the zip is bad... Stay in twrp and use "adb sideload" to push a good zip from pc.
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I actually tried the side load through TWRP. When I typed "adb devices" it showed my device in host mode and the file wouldn't transfer although TWRP was in adb sideload mode. But then I just thought "oh well guess I'll restore my backup" lol. Yeah that didn't work out..
Sent you a P. M. BTW. thanks again!
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Thanks for the info guys. I'm glad I didn't have to change the firmware. The whole process was super easy and now I'm running jb 4.2. For those reading, just root->install one touch apk->make backup in twrp->factory reset->flash rom and gapps->success!
punkcitykid said:
Thanks for the info guys. I'm glad I didn't have to change the firmware. The whole process was super easy and now I'm running jb 4.2. For those reading, just root->install one touch apk->make backup in twrp->factory reset->flash rom and gapps->success!
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**As a special note however DO NOT restore your factory backup if you have trouble. You will end up like me. Bootlooping with a fast boot cable in the mail.** if I could go back in time I would've downloaded the files via a hard line rather than slow wifi and maybe even double downloaded.. Oh well. This is a learning opportunity.
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So I bought a used kindle that had been previously rooted and running TWRP and FFF. Stuff keeps force closing so I wanted to revert to stock to start "fresh" and root myself. Followed the guide here and Tomsgt123's youtube tutorial but I keep getting an error message when trying to flash the update.zip file. Here's a pic of the log can someone help me please?
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So I bought a used kindle that had been previously rooted and running TWRP and FFF. Stuff keeps force closing so I wanted to revert to stock to start "fresh" and root myself. Followed the guide here and Tomsgt123's youtube tutorial but I keep getting an error message when trying to flash the update.zip file. Here's a pic of the log can someone help me please?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1399072
Follow this tutorial
I am having the same issue as the OP, however I got to that point by using the tutorial that was linked in this thread. Any other ideas?
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I am having the same issue as the OP, however I got to that point by using the tutorial that was linked in this thread. Any other ideas?
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Im not sure but i think twrp version 2.5.0.0 is unstable so i would suggest reflashing and older version through adb or twrp somehow. It may solve your problem
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I am having the same issue as the OP, however I got to that point by using the tutorial that was linked in this thread. Any other ideas?
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Kfire21 said:
Im not sure but i think twrp version 2.5.0.0 is unstable so i would suggest reflashing and older version through adb or twrp somehow. It may solve your problem
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Thanks Kfire21. That tutorial didn't work but it did help me figure out what was going on from others who posted issues there.
You're correct twrp 2.5 for some reason will not flash the stock zip. So what i had to do was install the other recovery option in KFU, COMR or something like that can't remember the name at the moment but it's the option below TWRP in KFU. Worked like a charm. Hope this helps jmtems
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xxhtownutzxx said:
Thanks Kfire21. That tutorial didn't work but it did help me figure out what was going on from others who posted issues there.
You're correct twrp 2.5 for some reason will not flash the stock zip. So what i had to do was install the other recovery option in KFU, COMR or something like that can't remember the name at the moment but it's the option below TWRP in KFU. Worked like a charm. Hope this helps jmtems
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i personally installed COTR because TWRP has problems with creating backups
Did you guys rename the Update file?
That got me a few times until I remembered to change it.
I know that I'm pretty late to the party here but I decided to pull out my old fire that I haven't used in god only knows how long and wanted to see if I could make it into something actually useful. I have already rooted it and have firefirefire and twrp installed but I cannot find a non otter-x rom to download and install. Does anyone know if there are any still around? All the links I've tried in the index thread appear to be dead.
Thanks
Core645 said:
I know that I'm pretty late to the party here but I decided to pull out my old fire that I haven't used in god only knows how long and wanted to see if I could make it into something actually useful. I have already rooted it and have firefirefire and twrp installed but I cannot find a non otter-x rom to download and install. Does anyone know if there are any still around? All the links I've tried in the index thread appear to be dead.
Thanks
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CyanogenMod Downloads
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CyanogenMod Downloads
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You are the man shadow! Btw, thanks, your videos are the only reason I got as far as I did. They were super helpful.
If I could ask one more favor, is there a particular build I should use from the list? Worse comes to worse, I'll try a couple and if I don't like them or they don't work I'll just restore back.
Also, do you know if the gapps are included in the builds?
Thanks again
Core645 said:
You are the man shadow! Btw, thanks, your videos are the only reason I got as far as I did. They were super helpful.
If I could ask one more favor, is there a particular build I should use from the list? Worse comes to worse, I'll try a couple and if I don't like them or they don't work I'll just restore back.
Also, do you know if the gapps are included in the builds?
Thanks again
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Gapps are not included should be some working links in http://goo.gl/VrNwpV
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Gapps are not included should be some working links in http://goo.gl/VrNwpV
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So it looks like all the cyanogenmod download links are dead, "wayback machine has not archived that URL" on all of them.
Same thing with all the links on your Gapps page. I could be doing something wrong but I doubt it.
Thanks anyway.
I was able to find and download cm-11 ((android 4.4-4.4.4 (kitkat)) on cyanogenmodroms.com but when I try to install it using twrp, I get error flashing zip. I've attached a screen shot. Any idea if I'm doing something wrong?
Thanks
Core645 said:
I was able to find and download cm-11 ((android 4.4-4.4.4 (kitkat)) on cyanogenmodroms.com but when I try to install it using twrp, I get error flashing zip. I've attached a screen shot. Any idea if I'm doing something wrong?
Thanks
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Try 2.7.0.1 twrp or higher
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Try 2.7.0.1 twrp or higher
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Does it matter if the file is "zip-otterx-twrp-2.7.0.1-recovery-f2fs.zip" if I'm not going to change to otter-x?
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Does it matter if the file is "zip-otterx-twrp-2.7.0.1-recovery-f2fs.zip" if I'm not going to change to otter-x?
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That will not work.
zip-openrecovery-twrp-2.7.1.0-otter.zip | by sd_shadow for Kindle Fire
Download GApps, Roms, Kernels, Themes, Firmware, and more. Free file hosting for all Android developers.
androidfilehost.com
sd_shadow said:
zip-openrecovery-twrp-2.7.1.0-otter.zip | by sd_shadow for Kindle Fire
Download GApps, Roms, Kernels, Themes, Firmware, and more. Free file hosting for all Android developers.
androidfilehost.com
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Well, I saw your reply about 5 minutes too late and I installed the otter-x twrp...
So after probably coming super close to bricking the fire and going in completely the wrong order, I somehow managed to get the otter-x bootloader, cm11 otter-x rom and gapps installed and the thing actually works! It seems to be a bit slow but I guess that's because it's a 10 year old tablet...
Anyway, thanks for all your help. All of your posts and videos are the only reason I was able to give this old fire a new life. I really appreciate all you've done.
Got fed up with how slow and laggy cm11 was so I switched over to slimkat and basically the same result. Did I do something wrong or is this normal? Is there any way to improve the speed and functionality because as it is right now, I can't really use it for anything.
Thanks