Hi, i want to install cm, but there are a 2 questions.
1. How can i make a backup for changing back to stock if there are Warranty Claims?
2. Do i Have to backup somethink like the efs partition? I didn't like dev IMEIs....
Thanks =)
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Hey guys, this is a really simple question, but was not able to find a simple answer for this.
I'm running stock rooted and am thinking about trying a new ROM, the question is:
1) when I do a backup of current ROM through clockworkmod recovery, does this back up all my apps? or do I need to use mybackup pro or titanium to backup my apps as well as the clockwork backup?
2) if I decide that I do not like the new ROM, can I just go restore from clockworkmod and recover my old ROM (stock) or will I need to flash the RUU file to get back to stock?
Sorry for the noob type questions, just wanna make sure I am squared away to get into these custom ROMs
bretweb24 said:
Hey guys, this is a really simple question, but was not able to find a simple answer for this.
I'm running stock rooted and am thinking about trying a new ROM, the question is:
1) when I do a backup of current ROM through clockworkmod recovery, does this back up all my apps? or do I need to use mybackup pro or titanium to backup my apps as well as the clockwork backup?
2) if I decide that I do not like the new ROM, can I just go restore from clockworkmod and recover my old ROM (stock) or will I need to flash the RUU file to get back to stock?
Sorry for the noob type questions, just wanna make sure I am squared away to get into these custom ROMs
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1) Your apps are backuped, it creates an exact image of your phone at that point. If you do a full wipe then thats when Titanium backup comes in handy.
2) Restoring a nand backup as long is the stock rom backup you want will get you back up and running.
You will need Titanium backup or mybackup if ur gonna flash a new ROM. The nandroid will backup apps, but only useful when you restore back to that nandroid. To restore ur apps after flashing a new ROM, you will need titanium.
Hey... I think this thing makes phone calls too!
Hey mates, I wanted to ask how can I backup my stock rom entirely, so that I can flash it back whenver I want. I'm quite paranoid about my phone and if it will ever come to this that I will need my warranty I don't want them to cancel it. My stock rom is quite hard to find since it's only used for my cellular provider, and it's not a very famous one, I imagine it will be impossible to find it online so I need to be able to save it locally. So any suggestions lads?
once you install CMW to make a FULL backup of your current ROM (Nandroid backup) you will already have void your warranty, the best way to not void is : dont do anyting. i have spend MONTHS in learning android and learning about rooting,flashing, and ClockWorkMod now i know it very good. Read some stuff on this GIO forum and you will know what to do, but be carfull, ALWAYS follow the instructions and if you are not sure of one thing THEN ASK IT.
To answer your question:
You will need to Install CMW or any other recovery that can make a nandroid backup. Once you did that you can backup your phone completely.
See more info on the CMW topic (CWM = ClockWorkMod) (Nandroid Backup = Full backup of your phone.)
Do I have to root before I install CWM or is it not necessary?
Yes you have to be rooted
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Hello there,
I googled a lot, I searched a lot here, but I did not find what I searched for.
I am thinking about testing the new Version of Cyanogenmod, the problem is that I in fact never did anything like this.
I want to set back the device to manufactures setting and then backup the original LG Software, so that I can go back to the standard before selling, or if CM isnt quite mine.
Anyone tips or links how to manage that?
Thank a lot before, sorry if this was asked before (I'm pretty shure), I couldn't find.
5MinutesAloneLG
After rooting and unlocking,make sure you place the efs backup somewhere safe. You can also make a nandroid backup and restore it if you don't like cm. or you can use kdz updater to flash stock firmware.
I'm sure you looked all the places,except the FAQ
Okay, this sounds good to me.
Does any of the 3 Methods give me the same way of a full backup from the original software, or is there something else that has to be done?
I searched for the Faqs, but I couldn't find any?
Thanks a lot!
5MinutesAloneLG said:
Does any of the 3 Methods give me the same way of a full backup from the original software, or is there something else that has to be done?
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No, these are different things. EFS backup is to save your butt in case something happens with your IMEI. This is one of the most important things, don't overlook it! Nandroid backup is a "snapshot" of your existing ROM, including all your installed apps and their settings. This is the easiest way to get back to your previous ROM after experimenting with others. And KDZ is not a backup - it's a factory image that will return your phone to the exact same state as it was when brand new.
I searched for the Faqs, but I couldn't find any?
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Look in @kimitza signature. It's his baby. :good:
the nandroid backup is like a restore image for windows. you will have all apps/settings from that time saved. here is a scenario:
1. On clean stock rom,root and unlock(unlock will also flash cwm recovery). Place FREEGEE folder somewhere safe.
2. Enter recovery mode and make a backup.
3. Flash any other rom ...and if you don't like it, restore the backup you made earlier.
4. Restore EFS with freegee.
5. Use Unroot from supersu.
6. Backup all your files(photo and other media to pc) then do a hard reset.
7. You will have a clean stock/official rom,like it came from factory.
All of this can be simplified by backing up your files and use kdz updater,followed by a hard reset. .It takes less time and it's safer.
I rooted it, but I dont have an hint of an idea how to do these efs backup?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38886073&postcount=1&nocache=1&z=7530246020855317
what is to do with that zip? I'm from germany and I have no clue what run in recovery mode should tell me. On the Phone or on the PC?
If unzipped, what is there to do?
As I want to use the cm installer with 10.2 stable, I just want to backup everything important..
Sorry, wrong link, i meant this of course, its allready rooted
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38438579&postcount=1
Sorry for posting again, but honestly, I'm not allowed to post in the efs thread, so I cant do anything right now.
Im still waiting to flash it.
Anyone should do efs backup, so basicly people should be able to tell me how to do that or?
Please anyone!
When you unlock the bootloader with freegee, it automagically makes a backup of the EFS,amongst other things(like bootloader state,imei,partitions etc). It's enough to place that FREEGEE folder somewhere safe. If you ever run into troubles(like no IMEI shown or you just want to go back to stock without using KDZ updater),just restore with freegee. It will relock you bootloader and restore EFS(with imei).
Hi Friends,
i have a noob question about the EFS backup. So far i understand is the backup on 4.1.2 not compatible with 4.3 (new bootloader) b'coz it has a different folder path. What me makes scare is, i've read some posts from some users that they have no imei after official uptade with odin.
Why do i ask? I want to backup efs and flash the pre-rooted 4.3 rom without new bootloader b'coz i feel safer and the efs backup will work. But in my mind is to test the new 4.3 with new bootloader and knox (i know its not easy to get 4.1.2 back)
Is it really risky o are there some newbies wich makes mistakes? Can i paste the old backuped EFS folder in to the new path for correct imei?
I really searched on the forum also except XDA, but there are similar questions with different answers.
Thanks to all
I think that if you are worried about restoring, you should do a full nandroid backup to SD card from recovery. That way you don't need separate EFS backup as it is included in nandroid backup, so you can restore whole phone exactly as it was before.
dalanik said:
I think that if you are worried about restoring, you should do a full nandroid backup to SD card from recovery. That way you don't need separate EFS backup as it is included in nandroid backup, so you can restore whole phone exactly as it was before.
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1. Is EFS backup really included in CWMR or Philz Recovery?
2. Can i get back to 4.1.2 from 4.3 (new bootloader) only with an older NAND backup?
tryunus said:
1. Is EFS backup really included in CWMR or Philz Recovery?
2. Can i get back to 4.1.2 from 4.3 (new bootloader) only with an older NAND backup?
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1. I don't think so. In Philz, efs backup option can be found in Custom Backup menu
Check this thread out for backing up EFS http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2389426
2. I did restore my 4.1.2 nandroid backup after flashed DN3 rom. It worked. But do efs backup for just in case.
dear all members
Im running on stock at&t kitkat rom but i would like to install custom rom. Do i have to backup my stock rom just in case if i ever need to go back to stock rom and how to i back it up? is it a necessary to backup my stock rom or there is no such thing?
any help is greatly appreciated
sorry for my funny question, im still pretty new to this android community
You don't have to back it up. You can fully restore to stock without a backup! I just back up my apps with Titanium Backup Pro.
You will want to back up your EFS data in case some ROM botches your radio.
You CAN backup your stock ROM... Sorta. If you install cwm, you can back up what's there. BUT I recommend disabling updates (freeze the update app) if you have stock w/cwm because any stock updates will boot loop you.
HTH
ackliph said:
You don't have to back it up. You can fully restore to stock without a backup! I just back up my apps with Titanium Backup Pro.
You will want to back up your EFS data in case some ROM botches your radio.
You CAN backup your stock ROM... Sorta. If you install cwm, you can back up what's there. BUT I recommend disabling updates (freeze the update app) if you have stock w/cwm because any stock updates will boot loop you.
HTH
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Hi
Thank u for taking ur time to answer my question.
I just want to back up the stock rom just In case custom rom is not a long term for me and want to go back to stock.
Do I need an external micro sd card in order to back up the stock rom or back it up to my pc or my internal storage on my phone? If I'm not mistaken flashing custom rom will wipe everything from internal storage of the device?
I have 1gb micro sd card for now, would it be enough storage to back up the stock rom?
Sorry for my noobish questions
You can back up to the internal memory of the phone. You can't make a true backup of the stock ROM because you will have cwm boot loader. And cwm will break any future updates of the stock ROM.
I think you'd need more than 1GB. At LEAST a 4gb. I'd grab a 16gb class 10 if you don't have one. They're pretty cheap on newegg.
A proper backup of stock will be acquiring all the tools to restore your phone back to stock. And backing up all your apps + data.
View the sticky in these forums about returning an OGP to stock.
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