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[Q] Firewater S-OFF Question

Hey there
I followed the instructions to the word but unfortunately I couldn't get it to work in the end.
It eventually told me [Remember the golden rule, NEVER TAKE an OTA? OF course you don't. ***device patched by HTC, you are out of lock****]
Does that mean I can NEVER get S-OFF or does it mean I can use a RUU and restore everything to when I just bought it the phone and then try again?
Thanks.

Well if you failed and then the error told you that whatever you do you can't get s-off that way then you have to pay $25 and use the sunshine method. U just went through this last night.

tee00max said:
Well if you failed and then the error told you that whatever you do you can't get s-off that way then you have to pay $25 and use the sunshine method. U just went through this last night.
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I had the same error because (as it is said) i took an ota. The error means that there is no more exploit for it to work properly. So the only way left is Sunshine for 25$. But there you have only to pay when it works for 100%.

Check out this thread. Of course it worked with hong kong version .708. and nobody confirmed if it works with other versions.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/general/how-to-m8-hong-kong-downgrade-s-to-s-off-t2852368
If you have the guts to try it, please share the results

Can somebody provide firewater to version 1.54.401.5 and 1.54.401.10?

sardor said:
Can somebody provide firewater to version 1.54.401.5 and 1.54.401.10?
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Answered you here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2800727
If you don't know where you post your own questions than also stop spamming them around ! It's annoying.....

I was able to use firewater in the end by getting a Nandroid Backup performed by another user who backed up the system, data, recovery and everything using Philz Touch Recovery.
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TarekElsakka said:
I was able to use firewater in the end by getting a Nandroid Backup performed by another user who backed up the system, data, recovery and everything using Philz Touch Recovery.
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Hry which backup you used i am using .708 not able to s-off with firewater any help i want to try ARHD but cant spend 25$..

Thankme said:
Hry which backup you used i am using .708 not able to s-off with firewater any help i want to try ARHD but cant spend 25$..
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I got the Nandroid from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701376
I assuming this one will work for you:
CID HTC__622
1.60.708.2 - TWRP 2.7.0.2 Thanks to BenPope
Download link: https://mega.co.nz/#!e8AFCCQZ!2-2Lx1vxkg1xBq_Yhg_Sk9AOzdZsPrX2oOlxy-PLTF0
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You'd need to restore it using TWRP (it will restore system, data, and recovery).

TarekElsakka said:
I got the Nandroid from here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2701376
I assuming this one will work for you:
You'd need to restore it using TWRP (it will restore system, data, and recovery).
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should i download this twrp
http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/m8/openrecovery-twrp-2.7.0.2-m8.img
n den flash ?

Thankme said:
should i download this twrp
http://techerrata.com/file/twrp2/m8/openrecovery-twrp-2.7.0.2-m8.img
n den flash ?
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Just flash the latest version: http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/m8

TarekElsakka said:
Just flash the latest version: http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/m8
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thank you
see i am using this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/general/how-to-m8-hong-kong-downgrade-s-to-s-off-t2852368
is it fine should i follow it
my phone is on 4.4.2 rooted unlocked custom recovery and s-on
n i need s-off soo following this method
this is my confi...
cid: HTC__622
mid: 0P6B63000
1.60.708.2
should i go for it ?

Thankme said:
thank you
see i am using this method http://forum.xda-developers.com/htc-one-m8/general/how-to-m8-hong-kong-downgrade-s-to-s-off-t2852368
is it fine should i follow it
my phone is on 4.4.2 rooted unlocked custom recovery and s-on
n i need s-off soo following this method
this is my confi...
cid: HTC__622
mid: 0P6B63000
1.60.708.2
should i go for it ?
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I looked at the thread and found the steps to be quite unnecessary. All you need to do is use TWRP in order to restore system, data, recovery, and boot (you'll see all those under Advanced Options before restoring) and then you'd follow Firewater's guide (posted on his website) in order to go S-OFF. It was fool-proof and quite quick after I restored the stock Nandroid.

TarekElsakka said:
I looked at the thread and found the steps to be quite unnecessary. All you need to do is use TWRP in order to restore system, data, recovery, and boot (you'll see all those under Advanced Options before restoring) and then you'd follow Firewater's guide (posted on his website) in order to go S-OFF. It was fool-proof and quite quick after I restored the stock Nandroid.
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thnaks a lot !! i will give it a try now and let you know
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Just flash the latest version: http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/m8
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i have download this https://mega.co.nz/#!e8AFCCQZ!2-2Lx1vxkg1xBq_Yhg_Sk9AOzdZsPrX2oOlxy-PLTF0 as you said i already have TWRP 2.7.0.2 soo now i just flash this using the advance option thats it ?? now is it downgraded ? n m ready to use firewater ?
sory for frequent qus i am new to all this !!

Thankme said:
thnaks a lot !! i will give it a try now and let you know
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i have download this https://mega.co.nz/#!e8AFCCQZ!2-2Lx1vxkg1xBq_Yhg_Sk9AOzdZsPrX2oOlxy-PLTF0 as you said i already have TWRP 2.7.0.2 soo now i just flash this using the advance option thats it ?? now is it downgraded ? n m ready to use firewater ?
sory for frequent qus i am new to all this !!
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Hey it's ok! No, you downloaded a Nandroid ZIP file which you're supposed to extract into the proper location of TWRP backups, which is either SD Card > TWRP > Backups or Root/data/media/TWRP/backups. When you open the Nandroid ZIP, you'll find a folder inside, which is what is supposed to be copied to the proper TWRP directory. After you're done with that, you go to TWRP > Restore and you'll supposedly find it listed and then you tap on it, choose Advanced Options, check YES on everything, and then perform the Restore function.
By the way, I just reread Firewater's instructions and it says that you have to root the stock ROM if it's not rooted and also have an unlocked bootloader (so don't relock it). The instructions are here: http://firewater-soff.com/instructions/

TarekElsakka said:
Hey it's ok! No, you downloaded a Nandroid ZIP file which you're supposed to extract into the proper location of TWRP backups, which is either SD Card > TWRP > Backups or Root/data/media/TWRP/backups. When you open the Nandroid ZIP, you'll find a folder inside, which is what is supposed to be copied to the proper TWRP directory. After you're done with that, you go to TWRP > Restore and you'll supposedly find it listed and then you tap on it, choose Advanced Options, check YES on everything, and then perform the Restore function.
By the way, I just reread Firewater's instructions and it says that you have to root the stock ROM if it's not rooted and also have an unlocked bootloader (so don't relock it). The instructions are here: http://firewater-soff.com/instructions/
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OK SOO i am downloading M8_1.60.708.2.7z this file will extract it n will add it in d proper location will restore it soo after restoring i m ready to go with firewater instructions rite ?

Thankme said:
OK SOO i am downloading M8_1.60.708.2.7z this file will extract it n will add it in d proper location will restore it soo after restoring i m ready to go with firewater instructions rite ?
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Yeah but don't forget to root the ROM first using SuperUser (Google it for download link and flash it from recovery).

TarekElsakka said:
Yeah but don't forget to root the ROM first using SuperUser (Google it for download link and flash it from recovery).
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Thnks a lot.... After falshing dis nandroid backup my no should be something like .708.5 ?? Or it will remain .708.2 only ?

I believe it should change to the Nandroid number.
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TarekElsakka said:
I believe it should change to the Nandroid number.
Sent from my HTC One_M8 using Tapatalk
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while restoring there is only system and boot is it perfect ???

[Q] Stock Recovery needed for M8 CID T-MOB003

Hi,
I have been reading a lot of posts to find the stock recovery version for my HTC One M8. My CID is T-MOB003 and I have the stock ROM (Software nr. x.xx.114.x)still running but I can't find my stock recovery - must have misplaced it after the back-up - so I can do the update to Android 5.0. I have already looked here for it but no solution.
Is there anyone who can help me with a stock recovery for my device?
Greetings,
JHS

JHS_NL said:
Hi,
I have been reading a lot of posts to find the stock recovery version for my HTC One M8. My CID is T-MOB003 and I have the stock ROM (Software nr. x.xx.114.x)still running but I can't find my stock recovery - must have misplaced it after the back-up - so I can do the update to Android 5.0. I have already looked here for it but no solution.
Is there anyone who can help me with a stock recovery for my device?
Greetings,
JHS
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when you get prompted for the ota you download it but NOT install it. take the ota.zip from the internal memory and take out the firmware.zip, in that zip is the recovery.img.
flash that recovery.img and then perform the ota.....done :good:

Mr Hofs said:
when you get prompted for the ota you download it but NOT install it. take the ota.zip from the internal memory and take out the firmware.zip, in that zip is the recovery.img.
flash that recovery.img and then perform the ota.....done :good:
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Damn that was the help I needed!! Really great gonna try this when I get home!

After searching for months myself, I came to the conclusion that nobody has ever made a backup of their original recovery. (the T-MOB003 that is)
Since I had the same problem, and I know it sounds like bull**** but you need to get s-off to get firmware updates since you do not have the original recovery anymore.
The only way of fixing this that I know is theroot.ninja (SunShine S-Off Tool)
Yes it does costs some money, but you'll be happy with it for years.
It changes your CID to 111111 so you can flash whatever firmware you want and then you should be good to go!

JOSHZY said:
After searching for months myself, I came to the conclusion that nobody has ever made a backup of their original recovery. (the T-MOB003 that is)
Since I had the same problem, and I know it sounds like bull**** but you need to get s-off to get firmware updates since you do not have the original recovery anymore.
The only way of fixing this that I know is theroot.ninja (SunShine S-Off Tool)
Yes it does costs some money, but you'll be happy with it for years.
It changes your CID to 111111 so you can flash whatever firmware you want and then you should be good to go!
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No need at all for all of that. The method described above to get the stock recovery works flawlessly, if of course the system is 100% stock too !
And as additional info :
My experience on the one x was that all recoveries starting with the same base number are the same

Mr Hofs said:
when you get prompted for the ota you download it but NOT install it. take the ota.zip from the internal memory and take out the firmware.zip, in that zip is the recovery.img.
flash that recovery.img and then perform the ota.....done :good:
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Working like you said, update comming in now! Than custom recovery again! Thanks a lot for the advice!

JHS_NL said:
Working like you said, update comming in now! Than custom recovery again! Thanks a lot for the advice!
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No problem

Mr Hofs said:
No problem
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As usual... when it comes to T-MOB003, people so secretive to write full version.
They prefer x.xx.114.x ... and until today there is no backup for x.xx.114.x on the backup thread

ckpv5 said:
As usual... when it comes to T-MOB003, people so secretive to write full version.
They prefer x.xx.114.x ... and until today there is no backup for x.xx.114.x on the backup thread
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Must say I didn't do it intentionally but saw most people do it so followed it. But you mean an nandroid back-up specific? I can post the recovery image if anyone is interested.

JHS_NL said:
Must say I didn't do it intentionally but saw most people do it so followed it. But you mean an nandroid back-up specific? I can post the recovery image if anyone is interested.
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Recovery is not a problem .. simply extract out from OTA zip before proceed with OTA installation.
Nandroid backup is a problem especially the lower version 1.57.114.2 for hboot 3.16.00000 and 2.23.114.3 for hboot 3.18.0000 - many users are stuck at these two versions because no one willing to share them.

ckpv5 said:
As usual... when it comes to T-MOB003, people so secretive to write full version.
They prefer x.xx.114.x ... and until today there is no backup for x.xx.114.x on the backup thread
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Recovery is not a problem .. simply extract out from OTA zip before proceed with OTA installation.
Nandroid backup is a problem especially the lower version 1.57.114.2 for hboot 3.16.00000 and 2.23.114.3 for hboot 3.18.0000 - many users are stuck at these two versions because no one willing to share them.
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mhh sorry have neither of them

VODAP001 UK - RUU or NANDROID BACKUP

I really need to get a VODAP001 UK RUU or something for me to get back to a stock state to send my m8 to htc for repair under warranty.
I am s-off with ARHD on firmware 4.16.401.10
I need it so it will be excepted for warranty. please help i am sending it away this thursday!

Or if someone could explain to me how to get it into a stock state so htc don't refuse it for a fix of my dodgy vibrate motor.
I understand how to flash roms, firmware, reset tampered etc I just need someone to tell me what to flash to get it back to a Vodafone m8 here in the UK!
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There should be the files needed in the backups thread in General

EddyOS said:
There should be the files needed in the backups thread in General
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Hi Eddy, I have been in your RUU thread and have read a lot, but cant see a VODAP001 for UK in the thread. I have spoken to a guy with VODAP001 but based on german rom.
Is there a way round this as I am s-off, surely If I find the right bits I can get to a stock state for a warranty repair? I'm getting nervous I wont be able to restore back to a factory state before the courier comes on thursday

These should do the job...
TWRP 3.29.161.9 Nandroid backup : https://mega.co.nz/#!bFNHGIxQ!PcbrsW...D6Q_BvrrwrWtGg (Flash this first in TWRP)
Untouched 3.29.161.9 Firmware : https://mega.co.nz/#!6BUBXCDA!k17OO6...uxG8DJbeVgxkY8 (Flash this second in RUU mode)
Although they apparently need decrypting. See my note in the backup thread after yours

EddyOS said:
These should do the job...
TWRP 3.29.161.9 Nandroid backup : https://mega.co.nz/#!bFNHGIxQ!PcbrsW...D6Q_BvrrwrWtGg (Flash this first in TWRP)
Untouched 3.29.161.9 Firmware : https://mega.co.nz/#!6BUBXCDA!k17OO6...uxG8DJbeVgxkY8 (Flash this second in RUU mode)
Although they apparently need decrypting. See my note in the backup thread after yours
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Ok Eddy, thanks mate, Im just going to have to go for it aren't i!
So can I just run through and confirm with you:
Change CID back to VODAP001.
flash the nandroid backup in restore in twrp
flash the firmware in fastboot ruu...
Then look up on forum to change back to 'Locked'
Is this it have I missed any steps? I will give a go tonight and let you know, otherwise Im going to have to try and cancel this htc warrants fix as they will probably refuse and charge me!
I do have a friend sat next to me at work, who has an unrooted stock Vodafone m8, is there anyway he can create a RUU for me to apply to my phone?! - just another option I was thinking....

RUU - no. Backup - yes

mattcops said:
Ok Eddy, thanks mate, Im just going to have to go for it aren't i!
So can I just run through and confirm with you:
Change CID back to VODAP001.
flash the nandroid backup in restore in twrp
flash the firmware in fastboot ruu...
Then look up on forum to change back to 'Locked'
Is this it have I missed any steps? I will give a go tonight and let you know, otherwise Im going to have to try and cancel this htc warrants fix as they will probably refuse and charge me!
I do have a friend sat next to me at work, who has an unrooted stock Vodafone m8, is there anyway he can create a RUU for me to apply to my phone?! - just another option I was thinking....
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hello if you could ask your pal to do full nandoroid backup to untouched rom - it would be brilliant. please just share it

m112 said:
hello if you could ask your pal to do full nandoroid backup to untouched rom - it would be brilliant. please just share it
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I'm guessing he will need to be root to do the nandroid backup with twrp? I will ask him....
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I'm guessing he will need to be root to do the nandroid backup with twrp? I will ask him....
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no he doesn't need a root - if he will root then the backup will not be worth much
you can put device in fastboot - start TWRP - WITHOUT flashing - and do NANDROID backup then
it would make untouched Nandroid backup

m112 said:
no he doesn't need a root - if he will root then the backup will not be worth much
you can put device in fastboot - start TWRP - WITHOUT flashing - and do NANDROID backup then
it would make untouched Nandroid backup
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how do you get into twrp i thought you need to be root to change recovery?

If the bootloader is unlocked you can just boot into TWRP by using fastboot boot recovery.img as opposed to fastboot flash recovery recovery.img. This wa it'll just temporarily load TWRP and allow you to back the phone up

Hi EddyOS, my apologies for being slow on the uptake but please can you help as I need to restore my M8 back to stock and I require the software in your previous reply. Please can you help with the decryption key? Your help would be gratefully received. Thanks.

whoosh3000 said:
Hi EddyOS, my apologies for being slow on the uptake but please can you help as I need to restore my M8 back to stock and I require the software in your previous reply. Please can you help with the decryption key? Your help would be gratefully received. Thanks.
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https://mega.co.nz/#!bFNHGIxQ!PcbrsWiMGCdpPWsAcGYcadzFbVVQgD6Q_BvrrwrWtGg
https://mega.co.nz/#!6BUBXCDA!k17OO6tBctuw8IfpNMaBE43zOdXJ2uxG8DJbeVgxkY8
Original post : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58606328&postcount=4278

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https://mega.co.nz/#!bFNHGIxQ!PcbrsWiMGCdpPWsAcGYcadzFbVVQgD6Q_BvrrwrWtGg
https://mega.co.nz/#!6BUBXCDA!k17OO6tBctuw8IfpNMaBE43zOdXJ2uxG8DJbeVgxkY8
Original post : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58606328&postcount=4278
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Thank you ckpv5 - very much appreciated.

Going back to stock
ckpv5 said:
https://mega.co.nz/#!bFNHGIxQ!PcbrsWiMGCdpPWsAcGYcadzFbVVQgD6Q_BvrrwrWtGg
https://mega.co.nz/#!6BUBXCDA!k17OO6tBctuw8IfpNMaBE43zOdXJ2uxG8DJbeVgxkY8
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So to return to stock, both these files should be flashed through TWRP, then relock the Bootloader?
Regards
Barryw

barryw53 said:
So to return to stock, both these files should be flashed through TWRP, then relock the Bootloader?
Regards
Barryw
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No, not flash through TWRP
1st file - restore not install through TWRP
relock bootloader
2nd file - flash in RUU mode
done

ckpv5 said:
No, not flash through TWRP
1st file - restore not install through TWRP
relock bootloader
2nd file - flash in RUU mode
done
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When I reboot into Recovery to restore the first file I cannot find or browse to it. I put it in the Downloads folder but cant get there to select it for Restore, any ideas or help would be much appreciated.

barryw53 said:
When I reboot into Recovery to restore the first file I cannot find or browse to it. I put it in the Downloads folder but cant get there to select it for Restore, any ideas or help would be much appreciated.
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Before I give a proper guide for newbie ... please post your fastboot getvar all result (minus serial no. & imei no.)
I need to make sure my guide is correct for your device version.
Also tell me why you need to relock bootloader ? If it is to update to the latest, no need to relock bootloader

barryw53 said:
When I reboot into Recovery to restore the first file I cannot find or browse to it. I put it in the Downloads folder but cant get there to select it for Restore, any ideas or help would be much appreciated.
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While ckpv5 is right about getting your phone details I can add that to see the backup in recovery the files need to be in a folder with your phone serial number as the title in 'Backups'. To find the correct name of the folder first make a backup of your current rom in recovery. This will create a folder with the correct title then you can copy in the files from the backup you want to restore.
After doing that you should be able to see the backup you want to restore.

[Q] How to backup stock recovery on htc one m8

Hey guys I am currently on stock recovery. How can i back it up before making a jump to custom one ?

What ROM version are you using? Chances are it's already on here

EddyOS said:
What ROM version are you using? Chances are it's already on here
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Im using a stock one but from ROgers in Canada. I had a hard time finding it

xdaaccount123 said:
Im using a stock one but from ROgers in Canada. I had a hard time finding it
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What CID/Software version are you on?
EDIT: I've found this one from the 3.34.631.4 OTA - https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8L4pkbzdlR3aGpZRXRmbEFWVG8/view (That's uploaded to my Google Drive so it's safe )

EddyOS said:
What CID/Software version are you on?
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Cid is ROGER001
version main is 4.20.631.2

xdaaccount123 said:
Cid is ROGER001
version main is 4.20.631.2
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Ah, OK. Not sure it would work or not though

EddyOS said:
Ah, OK. Not sure it would work or not though
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exactly i dont want to risk it by flashing something else and bricking it

It wouldn't brick it. It just wouldn't apply an OTA update in future (it'd fail with an error message)
EDIT: Found it!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8L4pkbzdlR3ZzRyZkhFbmxaN0k/view
Taken from this post linking to the 4.20.631.2 OTA - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58623633&postcount=1166

EddyOS said:
It wouldn't brick it. It just wouldn't apply an OTA update in future (it'd fail with an error message)
EDIT: Found it!
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B8L4pkbzdlR3ZzRyZkhFbmxaN0k/view
Taken from this post linking to the 4.20.631.2 OTA - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=58623633&postcount=1166
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You rock !!!

@EddyOS Nice Find. @xdaaccount123
The way i create stock backups is by going into fastboot and booting into fastboot mode and booting into TWRP "fastboot boot" command,
Either TWRP or CWM will give me the option to backup the recovery. That or i flash SuperSU (which is only 1 binary and a system file), and use
Flashify to create a backup of the recovery. Glad you found your solution however.

I was gonna go down that route but thought it easier to just find the stock recovery so others now have a reference as well should they need it

Updating HTC 10

Hello everyone! Some time ago I rooted my phone + used custom Leedroid ROM. Unfortunately I forgot how did I do that and right now I am expiriencing some problems with my phone. I would love to update my phone. I am considering to change the ROM too. Right now my phone uses android 7.0 so i would like to update that. I have the TWRP recovery installed but probably outdated version.
Could anyone help me please to get through this without my phone getting messed up? I am little bit lost in these kernel, ROM and recovery words.

FTWDiesel said:
Hello everyone! Some time ago I rooted my phone + used custom Leedroid ROM. Unfortunately I forgot how did I do that and right now I am expiriencing some problems with my phone. I would love to update my phone. I am considering to change the ROM too. Right now my phone uses android 7.0 so i would like to update that. I have the TWRP recovery installed but probably outdated version.
Could anyone help me please to get through this without my phone getting messed up? I am little bit lost in these kernel, ROM and recovery words.
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If you want to update your rom (to probably any OREO based rom) you need to update your firmware first otherwise you can't even run them at all.
So you need to go back to stock first and update, flash TWRP and flash the desired rom. Please boot to download mode and post here what's written there, then there is a big chance i can guide you to a updated firmware.
Make backups of stuff you want to keep in the cloud or on your laptop because the device will be wiped completely in the process.

Mr Hofs said:
If you want to update your rom (to probably any OREO based rom) you need to update your firmware first otherwise you can't even run them at all.
So you need to go back to stock first and update, flash TWRP and flash the desired rom. Please boot to download mode and post here what's written there, then there is a big chance i can guide you to a updated firmware.
Make backups of stuff you want to keep in the cloud or on your laptop because the device will be wiped completely in the process.
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Okay. Making the backup right now.
The download mode says this
***UNLOCKED***
htc_pmeuhl PVT S-ON
LK-1.0.0.0000
[email protected]
OpenDSP-v20.0.8996.00007_0809
OS-2.41.401.3
Jan 5 2017, 03:48:54(857212)

Mr Hofs said:
If you want to update your rom (to probably any OREO based rom) you need to update your firmware first otherwise you can't even run them at all.
So you need to go back to stock first and update, flash TWRP and flash the desired rom. Please boot to download mode and post here what's written there, then there is a big chance i can guide you to a updated firmware.
Make backups of stuff you want to keep in the cloud or on your laptop because the device will be wiped completely in the process.
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Alright, my backup is done.

Download this file :
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634762191
1: rename the file to 2PS6IMG.zip
2: copy it to your SDCARD
3: boot to download mode
4: it will prompt automatically to flash the file, confirm to do so
5: reboot the phone when done
6: go to settings and check for updates
7: install all the available updates
8: flash the latest twrp (download from xda, it's very easy to find it)
9: flash your desired oreo rom
Cheers

Mr Hofs said:
Download this file :
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=817550096634762191
1: rename the file to 2PS6IMG.zip
2: copy it to your SDCARD
3: boot to download mode
4: it will prompt automatically to flash the file, confirm to do so
5: reboot the phone when done
6: go to settings and check for updates
7: install all the available updates
8: flash the latest twrp (download from xda, it's very easy to find it)
9: flash your desired oreo rom
Cheers
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Okay. Ill download it. Thanks alot. Also would you recommend me please some ROMs? Or tell me why and which one is good? Or what kind of ROM do you use?

FTWDiesel said:
Okay. Ill download it. Thanks alot. Also would you recommend me please some ROMs? Or tell me why and which one is good? Or what kind of ROM do you use?
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Can't, do some research and read the rom threads. Pick some and try some.
Cheers

Mr Hofs said:
Can't, do some research and read the rom threads. Pick some and try some.
Cheers
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Okay Thanks alot.

Mr Hofs said:
Can't, do some research and read the rom threads. Pick some and try some.
Cheers
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Should I also do something with the Kernel? OR what is it good for?

FTWDiesel said:
Should I also do something with the Kernel? OR what is it good for?
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You should get on the ROM you want first.
Also, Kernel comes with the ROM
If you want a custom kernel, same as ROM, read the thread and details.
I also suggest reading as much as possible. Google your questions.. You'd be surprised how many ppl ask these same questions. :good:

Mr Hofs said:
Can't, do some research and read the rom threads. Pick some and try some.
Cheers
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Hello! Once again i would love to get the HTC 10 into the stock ROM, but when i try to use the file u mentioned before, it just says 12_RU_ZIP_Error in the download mode. How do i do it now?
I would like to make the phone like its made from the developers because my battery is in really bad shape so i want to repair my phone in the official HTC service. And also i just want to try the original firmware. Thanks alot for your answers!

FTWDiesel said:
Hello! Once again i would love to get the HTC 10 into the stock ROM, but when i try to use the file u mentioned before, it just says 12_RU_ZIP_Error in the download mode. How do i do it now?
I would like to make the phone like its made from the developers because my battery is in really bad shape so i want to repair my phone in the official HTC service. And also i just want to try the original firmware. Thanks alot for your answers!
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Well it's all the same but you now need the RUU with the number that's at OS line in download mode. So boot to download mode, write down the OS number and search for the matching RUU.zip which will probably be 3.16.401
Cheers

Mr Hofs said:
Well it's all the same but you now need the RUU with the number that's at OS line in download mode. So boot to download mode, write down the OS number and search for the matching RUU.zip which will probably be 3.16.401
Cheers
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Oh, okay. You are right, its 3.16.401.2

FTWDiesel said:
Oh, okay. You are right, its 3.16.401.2
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Then you know what you need, you will succeed

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Then you know what you need, you will succeed
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Hello! Its me again. I hope I´ll get your attention this way.
Ive just bought an HTC 10 phone from Ebay because the old one had terrible battery and i will probably use it as a second phone. Everything worked fine until i tried to update the phone. The phone is now only restarting itself even after i performed factory reset/data wipe in the recovery mode.
In the download mode the phone says
*** LOCKED ***
htc_pwewl PVT S-ON
LK-1.0.0.0000
[email protected]
OpenDSP-v20.0.8996.00007_0809
OS-2.41.617.3
Jan 16 2017,17:56:15(857212)
Can anyone help me please? I would love to fix it by myself cause sending the phone back would be pain in the butt. Thanks alot for your help.

FTWDiesel said:
Hello! Its me again. I hope I´ll get your attention this way.
Ive just bought an HTC 10 phone from Ebay because the old one had terrible battery and i will probably use it as a second phone. Everything worked fine until i tried to update the phone. The phone is now only restarting itself even after i performed factory reset/data wipe in the recovery mode.
In the download mode the phone says
*** LOCKED ***
htc_pwewl PVT S-ON
LK-1.0.0.0000
[email protected]
OpenDSP-v20.0.8996.00007_0809
OS-2.41.617.3
Jan 16 2017,17:56:15(857212)
Can anyone help me please? I would love to fix it by myself cause sending the phone back would be pain in the butt. Thanks alot for your help.
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Find the 2.41.617 ruu.zip, rename it to 2PS6IMG.zip and copy it to the root of your SDCARD. Enter download mode and confirm to flash it. That's all.....
Ah look......there it is
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298944183
But to be fair, you already knew what to do. All the instructions are in this thread you just needed to change some OS numbers right ? It's no rocket science.....

Mr Hofs said:
Find the 2.41.617 ruu.zip, rename it to 2PS6IMG.zip and copy it to the root of your SDCARD. Enter download mode and confirm to flash it. That's all.....
Ah look......there it is
https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=673368273298944183
But to be fair, you already knew what to do. All the instructions are in this thread you just needed to change some OS numbers right ? It's no rocket science.....
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I actualy downloaded two files, which i was pretty sure will work, but it didnt... It said Ru model id fail. Sorry to bother you again. And thanks for help again!

FTWDiesel said:
I actualy downloaded two files, which i was pretty sure will work, but it didnt... It said Ru model id fail. Sorry to bother you again. And thanks for help again!
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But did you try the one i just linked?

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But did you try the one i just linked?
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I am downloading it right now, all these links from Canada are always downloading so damn slow and i am never able to find these files anywhere else. I wonder why are they only on that website?

FTWDiesel said:
I am downloading it right now, all these links from Canada are always downloading so damn slow and i am never able to find these files anywhere else. I wonder why are they only on that website?
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Probably because you get a developers account on Android file host when you have a certain status on xda. I have one too