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[Q] Bricked Kindle Fire - not starting (black display - no logo), not charging

This is my first post on the forum so i say hello everyone! First sorry for my English I have a bricked Kindle Fire 2 After root and installing TWRP Recovery my Kindle flashlight was shinging orange color and it was suspended. I turn it off and now i can't charge it and i can't turn it on. The flashlight is dark, not shining. I try Kindle Unbrick Utility, Firekit Live USB but my KF is still dead. Can someone help my with my problem? What should I do?

Does your computer recognise the device? I mean at all? If not then more then likely your logicboard/motherboard on the kf2 might be dead which will make your kf2 as useful as a paper weight ( just telling the truth)
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czechu85 said:
This is my first post on the forum so i say hello everyone! First sorry for my English I have a bricked Kindle Fire 2 After root and installing TWRP Recovery my Kindle flashlight was shinging orange color and it was suspended. I turn it off and now i can't charge it and i can't turn it on. The flashlight is dark, not shining. I try Kindle Unbrick Utility, Firekit Live USB but my KF is still dead. Can someone help my with my problem? What should I do?
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2166668
#34

No my computer doesn't recognize the KF.
So the device motherboard is totally dead? Or today is no solution for that problem? Factory cable doesn't help?

czechu85 said:
No my computer doesn't recognize the KF.
So the device motherboard is totally dead? Or today is no solution for that problem? Factory cable doesn't help?
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If your computer didn't even pick up or turn on the kindle and since this is a KF2 i would say that this is dead based of that link soupmagnet posted.
Sorry

I think that my device is Kindle Fire 2 (I got it from my friend without any box). In the back of the device is this numbers Model No D01400 FCC ID: ZEV-1229. Is this KF2?

czechu85 said:
I think that my device is Kindle Fire 2 (I got it from my friend without any box). In the back of the device is this numbers Model No D01400 FCC ID: ZEV-1229. Is this KF2?
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There are two ways to tell, one of which is not an option at this point. But if it was originally purchased on or before Oct. 2012, it is a KF1. Otherwise, there's a good chance it's a KF2.

soupmagnet said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2166668
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Could you tell me more about this shorting trick? I must do it when the Kindle Fire is not connected to the computer? How to use Firekit along with the shorting trick? I try to use Firekit but my computer doesn't recognize the device becouse it is powered off. In this week i will get the info when the Kindle Fire was purcheased so i will be 100% sure what type of device I have. Thank's for help!

czechu85 said:
Could you tell me more about this shorting trick? I must do it when the Kindle Fire is not connected to the computer? How to use Firekit along with the shorting trick? I try to use Firekit but my computer doesn't recognize the device becouse it is powered off. In this week i will get the info when the Kindle Fire was purcheased so i will be 100% sure what type of device I have. Thank's for help!
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Since the bootloader isn't working, there is no access to fastboot to reinstall it. In order to do that now, the bootloader must be installed to the device using the OMAP4boot tool, 'usbboot' (Firekit uses this), to communicate with the device using low level usb commands (that is, assuming it's a KF1). In order for usbboot to work, the device must first be put into usbboot mode (4003). According to Pokey9000, sometimes when there is corruption of the bootloader, the device automatically gets dropped into usbboot and Firekit work without a hitch. However, most of the time this is not the case and the device must be forced into usbboot mode using the shorting trick.
I won't go into any more detail about how to make it all work without first knowing whether you have a KF1 or a KF2.
BTW, just because your device doesn't show anything on the display, doesn't mean it's not on

soupmagnet said:
Since the bootloader isn't working, there is no access to fastboot to reinstall it. In order to do that now, the bootloader must be installed to the device using the OMAP4boot tool, 'usbboot' (Firekit uses this), to communicate with the device using low level usb commands (that is, assuming it's a KF1). In order for usbboot to work, the device must first be put into usbboot mode (4003). According to Pokey9000, sometimes when there is corruption of the bootloader, the device automatically gets dropped into usbboot and Firekit work without a hitch. However, most of the time this is not the case and the device must be forced into usbboot mode using the shorting trick.
I won't go into any more detail about how to make it all work without first knowing whether you have a KF1 or a KF2.
BTW, just because your device doesn't show anything on the display, doesn't mean it's not on
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HI Soupmagnet
Well i'm in the same situation with my KF2 - so if you have any input to get it up and running again - please share...
I got the OMAP4BOOT working - but any attempt gives me a "unexpected 2nd stage response"
Really need some input

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2228539

Thanks
I have done a lot of reading. But I still not sure if fixing my KF2 i possible.
Some threads says they got the 2nd bootloader and then not really the right one course of the signed Amazon Keys is still unknown.
Some threads says that KF7 HD is the same HW and that solution can be used, but that solution doesn't include OMAP drivers.
So is the conclusion still that if you get a OMAP device you are f•••ked.?

2ND GEN Kindle Fire Bricked - SOLUTION
soupmagnet said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2228539
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Now there's a solution, you can use this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2415870
It envolves such surgery soldering the e-MMC to a SDCARD reader but then you might be able to flash a new bootloader and re-start all the procedures.
Thanks to kurohyou
Good Luck! :victory:

[Q] My Kindle Fire HD does not power on

Hi all,
My Kindle Fire HD (model 001400) was semi-bricked when I tried to install a custom ROM instead of the Amazon native OS. I bought a factory cable and was able to get to fastboot (the screen showed a "Fastboot" logo with a little sign of traffic lights and a blinking green light animation).
I tried to follow some of the threads that showed how to recover (KFHD Restore Tool) but none worked. I think now that it was because after using the factory cable to fastboot I should have used a normal cable to adb/fastboot, but I'm not sure about this anymore.
Anyway, I used this thread
http://50.23.216.69-static.reverse.softlayer.com/showthread.php?t=2128848
And I tried to do the
fastboot -i 0x1949 flash bootloader kfhd7-u-boot-prod-7.2.3.bin
After doing that (succesfully according to the KF screen) the Kindle Fire HD is no longer turning on. Tried to charge it for a day, connect it to my PCs and Macs with a fastboot (factory) cable and with a normal cable, without success. No signs of life.
I've seen on the question 34 (Q34) of the FAQ that it seems there's nothing to do, but I wanted to make sure that there is really nothing to do now. I think this is a 2nd generation KFHD, but I'm not sure either. On fastboot the devices was recognized as Otter 1400 or something similar.
So... Any chance to recover it?

javipas said:
Hi all,
My Kindle Fire HD (model 001400) was semi-bricked when I tried to install a custom ROM instead of the Amazon native OS. I bought a factory cable and was able to get to fastboot (the screen showed a "Fastboot" logo with a little sign of traffic lights and a blinking green light animation).
I tried to follow some of the threads that showed how to recover (KFHD Restore Tool) but none worked. I think now that it was because after using the factory cable to fastboot I should have used a normal cable to adb/fastboot, but I'm not sure about this anymore.
Anyway, I used this thread
http://50.23.216.69-static.reverse.softlayer.com/showthread.php?t=2128848
And I tried to do the
fastboot -i 0x1949 flash bootloader kfhd7-u-boot-prod-7.2.3.bin
After doing that (succesfully according to the KF screen) the Kindle Fire HD is no longer turning on. Tried to charge it for a day, connect it to my PCs and Macs with a fastboot (factory) cable and with a normal cable, without success. No signs of life.
I've seen on the question 34 (Q34) of the FAQ that it seems there's nothing to do, but I wanted to make sure that there is really nothing to do now. I think this is a 2nd generation KFHD, but I'm not sure either. On fastboot the devices was recognized as Otter 1400 or something similar.
So... Any chance to recover it?
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The fact that you don't know what device you have is a little disturbing. If your device said "otter" anything in fastboot, then you definitely do not have a Kindle Fire HD.
If that's the case, you flashed the wrong bootloader for your device and it is very unlikely that you will ever recover it.

The device IS a Kindle Fire, maybe not an HD. The only thing I'm not sure about is whether it's a first or a second generation. The only hint I've got is that "Otter 1400" (or something similar, again) string that the "fastboot devices" command gave as output. That makes sense, since the Model No. is D01400, which AFAIK is a Kindle Fire 7'' WiFi (2012).
Anyway, the fact is I probably tried to use the wrong bootloader, but I was expecting maybe the Firekit solution could be appropiate for my now not-turning-on device.
Can someone confirm the brick is a definitve brick?

javipas said:
The device IS a Kindle Fire HD. The only thing I'm not sure about is whether it's a first or a second generation. The only hint I've got is that "Otter 1400" (or something similar, again) string that the "fastboot devices" command gave as output. That makes sense, since the Model No. is D01400, which AFAIK is a Kindle Fire 7'' WiFi (2012).
Anyway, the fact is I probably tried to use the wrong bootloader, but I was expecting maybe the Firekit solution could be appropiate for my now not-turning-on device.
Can someone confirm the brick is a definitve brick?
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Oh my...
Have a seat, my friend, because you're about to learn something...
In fastboot, if you were actually successful in sending the "fastboot devices" command (not possible on the HD), the output would be something similar to the following...
Code:
1234567890ABCDEF fastboot
...however, if you had a Kindle Fire HD7 and used the "fastboot getvar product" command, the output would be something like "TATE-XXXX-XXX". Respectively, the Kindle Fire HD8.9 would be "JEM-XXXX-XXX", the Kindle Fire 2 would be "OTTER-XXXX-XXX" and the original Kindle Fire would be "kindle".
Furthermore, only the original Kindle Fire and the Kindle Fire 2 (non-HD), have the model number D01400.
Now, whether you have an original Kindle Fire or a Kindle Fire 2 is still up for debate because you are clearly confused about what device you have in the first place. If you are lucky, and in fact have an original Kindle Fire, you will be able to restore it using Firekit. Unfortunately, considering the information available, I'm willing to bet that you have a Kindle Fire 2, and thus there is no way for you to restore your device.

Thanks for the clarification, that was perfect. I'm affraid I've got a Kindle Fire 2 then, so it seems there's nothing to do. Maybe in the future some method will appear to recover this second generation, who knows.
Greetings soupmagnet!

Easy Way to tell KF&KF2 from HDs: If it has a camera its a HD. Duh.
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[Q] Fastboot Kindle Fire not Recognized by Computer

Before we start this: I am new to Android, especially FIRE OS, and really need some help.
Lets start from the beginning. I decided to root my kindle, and I installed Google Play Services on it. I then updated, and decided to wipe the services (It was causing some problems) and reinstall it. Because "vending.app" is the main files that runs the services (I thought), I found a "Vending" folder under /SYS in the file directory. Me being an idiot, I deleted it, and it froze my kindle, I forced a restart, but then all I got was the Blue "Kindle Fire" screen. It would show the logo, crash, then restart again, basically a boot-loop. I did some research, and decided to fastboot my kindle, wipe it clean, and install a recovery. I bought a FACTORY CABLE, and successfully fast-booted my device. I then installed a portion of (what I think) is the Android Developer thing-a-ma-bob that contains the ABD and fastboot files. The thing is, I have my fastbooted kindle connected to the computer via USB, but ADB AND FASTBOOT DOES NOT RECOGNIZE IT. All its says is "<waiting for device>". Does this have something to do with the "Vending" File I deleted, or is it a computer problem.
PS: I have a MAC, and(I don't think) requires drivers, so drivers is not the cause. I also cannot use any 3rd party recovery softwares due to not being able to run .bat and .exe
THINGS I HAVE TRIED:
-Switching to the normal Kindle Charger (USB)
-Hard Starting the Kindle
-Trying to boot into recover w/ VOLUME UP (Does not Work)
-Changing USB Ports
Any Help Will Be Appreciated, Thanks!

Fire Index: Which Amazon (Kindle) Fire Do I have?
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I have a 7" 3rd Generation Kindle Fire HD

utskids said:
I have a 7" 3rd Generation Kindle Fire HD
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Does is have Power and volume buttons on the back, No Camera, and No HDMI output?
see [Help Thread][Kindle Fire HD - 2013] Ask Any Question, Noob Friendly

sd_shadow said:
Does is have Power and volume buttons on the back, No Camera, and No HDMI output?
see [Help Thread][Kindle Fire HD - 2013] Ask Any Question, Noob Friendly
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I take that back, I just did some reasearch, and found it was the 2nd Generation, the one found here.

utskids said:
I take that back, I just did some reasearch, and found it was the 2nd Generation, the one found here.
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You should ask in the Fire 2 forum then
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edit: [Help Thread][7" Kindle Fire HD - 2012] Ask Any Question, Noob Friendly
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[REF]All Things About Kindle Fire HD 7" by Zeuscluts

Bricked Kindle Fire HD 7 (2nd Gen), don't wanna buy a fastboot cable

I was restoring to factory settings through Cyanegon 13 and now it's been on a boot loop at the TWRP screen. I've done extensive google searches and a lot of the "solutions" require for my PC to recognize the Kindle when connected but it doesn't. Weird thing is though I go to device managers and it "recognizes" it there but not when I use command prompt etc. IS THERE ANY SOLUTION WITHOUT ME HAVING TO BUY A FACTORY/FASTBOOT CABLE?!
P.S. don't give me solutions that imply me having to use TWRP home screen because, again, boot loops at the "teamwin" part

jelidycus said:
I was restoring to factory settings through Cyanegon 13 and now it's been on a boot loop at the TWRP screen. I've done extensive google searches and a lot of the "solutions" require for my PC to recognize the Kindle when connected but it doesn't. Weird thing is though I go to device managers and it "recognizes" it there but not when I use command prompt etc. IS THERE ANY SOLUTION WITHOUT ME HAVING TO BUY A FACTORY/FASTBOOT CABLE?!
P.S. don't give me solutions that imply me having to use TWRP home screen because, again, boot loops at the "teamwin" part
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this is only for kindle fire 1 (2011)
there is a separate section for your device see
Fire Index: Which Amazon (Kindle) Fire Do I have?
for correct forum link
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[HELP] Unbricking Kindle Fire HD7" with Fastboot Cable; pc won't recognize Kindle

[HELP] Unbricking Kindle Fire HD7" with Fastboot Cable; pc won't recognize Kindle
Lemme start from the beginning. (I've made numerous threads before I had a fastboot and commentors kept asking questions that I've answered in the post so I'm gonna try to be detailed as possible)
Before I had a fastboot cable
I flashed a ROM onto my Kindle Fire (Cyanogen 13). Didn't like it so I thought a recover to factory settings would work. It didn't and it got stuck on the TWRP screen. Stuck on TWRP meaning that it's literally stuck on the blue TWRP screen. It doesn't get to the main menu or anything. I scoured the internet for solutions and some (which didn't mention a special cable) I tried but it ultimately failed because the program (can't list every single one but one I do remember is Kindle Fire Unbrick Utility), could NOT find my Kindle Fire. Also, Kindle Fire could not be found under "this PC" but when I plugged it in, it made the ding sound and could be found under ""Device Managers". I started reading steps about using a fastboot cable and was led to believe if you use one, your PC should recognize Kindle, therefor programs to unbrick should find the Kindle.
Got my fastboot cable today
I ordered one from Amazon and when I plug my Kindle in with cable, it turns on saying "fastboot kindle fire". I was excited to get this fixed finally. I followed a YouTube video's instruction (of a channel that I can count on) Tekify's Unbrick Kindle Fire. I did all the installing ADB drivers and what not but once I plugged the Kindle in and then opened the Unbrick program (this one Unbrick Utility). I pressed "1" on my keyboard to wipe everything on device. But once I pressed enter it sat on <waiting for device>. I checked under Device Managers and under Other Devices, Tate was there. But I couldn't find the Kindle under "This PC" still.
I've already researched this specific issue and people said to go to Tate's properties and update driver software. Then browse your PC for the Kindle under "This PC" but can't because Kindle doesn't show up under there. I know this is a Bible's worth of words but I really want to get this tablet FIXED!

CrustyLube said:
Lemme start from the beginning. (I've made numerous threads before I had a fastboot and commentors kept asking questions that I've answered in the post so I'm gonna try to be detailed as possible)
Before I had a fastboot cable
I flashed a ROM onto my Kindle Fire (Cyanogen 13). Didn't like it so I thought a recover to factory settings would work. It didn't and it got stuck on the TWRP screen. Stuck on TWRP meaning that it's literally stuck on the blue TWRP screen. It doesn't get to the main menu or anything. I scoured the internet for solutions and some (which didn't mention a special cable) I tried but it ultimately failed because the program (can't list every single one but one I do remember is Kindle Fire Unbrick Utility), could NOT find my Kindle Fire. Also, Kindle Fire could not be found under "this PC" but when I plugged it in, it made the ding sound and could be found under ""Device Managers". I started reading steps about using a fastboot cable and was led to believe if you use one, your PC should recognize Kindle, therefor programs to unbrick should find the Kindle.
Got my fastboot cable today
I ordered one from Amazon and when I plug my Kindle in with cable, it turns on saying "fastboot kindle fire". I was excited to get this fixed finally. I followed a YouTube video's instruction (of a channel that I can count on) Tekify's Unbrick Kindle Fire. I did all the installing ADB drivers and what not but once I plugged the Kindle in and then opened the Unbrick program (this one Unbrick Utility). I pressed "1" on my keyboard to wipe everything on device. But once I pressed enter it sat on <waiting for device>. I checked under Device Managers and under Other Devices, Tate was there. But I couldn't find the Kindle under "This PC" still.
I've already researched this specific issue and people said to go to Tate's properties and update driver software. Then browse your PC for the Kindle under "This PC" but can't because Kindle doesn't show up under there. I know this is a Bible's worth of words but I really want to get this tablet FIXED!
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this is only for kindle fire 1 (2011)
there is a separate section for your device see
Fire Index: Which Amazon (Kindle) Fire Do I have?
for correct forum link
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