hello folks!
i made my own compilation of ext rom from orange pl and mrclean ext rom.
used winimage and then nb2nbf.
something strange is going on, here is the story:
after hard reset, upon the system tells "tap the screen to begin using..." - i tap and sometimes window shows up with something like "customization will begin in 3 secs" then it runs thru most of cabs and stops for eternity until reset, after reset it does not shows up again...
...but sometimes after hard reset the window mentioned above does not show at all - feels like it cant find the ext rom or something
if you want i can send a file attached for examining
anyone had that prob?
thanks and regards
here is the solution risidoro gave me thru PM
he's the MAN!
Your problem is simple to explain: you forgot to set as readonly all the cabs in your extrom (BEWARE: you MUST set all the CABs as read-only INSIDE WINIMAGE. If you set them in windows and then drag and drop in Winimage they won't be readonly. You must: first, drag the cabs inside winimage; second, set them as read-only inside winimage!!!)
Since one of the CABs isn't read-only, then the system try to remove it after install but removing a file from the ext-rom completely destroy it. That's why the extrom installation locks up (it cannot find any other file, the extrom filesys is completely corrupted). Also, this explains why, in all the subsequent hard resets, extrom installation doesn't start: there's no autostart.exe inside the extrom since it's been destroyed.
Cook a new extrom (with all the files set as read-only inside winimage) and flash it on your device.
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regards
Related
I've attached a program that can repartition our devices. You can enter the desired size of your "Extended_ROM" in kilobytes. Min - 128 Kb, Max - 64 Mb. The remaining part would become your "storage".
After formatting the device should be rebooted. Of cause you should backup the contents of Extended_ROM and Storage folders. If you use "Permanent Save" feature, during first boot OS would ask to recreate files in your "storage" folder.
I'd recommend to use 128K extended ROM with only theft prevention program in it, and all other space leave a "storage".
Usage:
unrar Repart_DOC.rar archive to any directory on your device and run it. Enter the desired Extended ROM size, press "Format now" and reboot. If the program outputs format error - round your size to the next 128 Kb boundary and try again.
Theoretically this program can run on other devices that use DiskOnChip(R) TrueFFS(R) driver, but this is not tested.
In the case of hard reset the extended ROM would be hidden, but it should remain writeable forever - my program resets unlock password to zeroes.
and:
Use this program at your own risk!!!
P.S. I've also attached the source code of this tool. It should be compiled with VS 2005 beta 2.
Thanks
Mamaich Thank you for the tool !!
I just added a Default Button to the tool in which will revert back the amount of the EXTENDED_ROM to the original size
How To:
-Run the tool and press Default!
-Soft reset
Ps: Don't forget that this tool will wipe your Data on the Storage and the Extended_Rom, so remember to make a backup for the stored data!
***Use it on your own risk!!***
One more favour needed
Dear Mamaich
SInce there is no WM2005, I sincerely request if you can alter the file system in such a way that windows folder is in the storage......That would be gr8...Pls Pls do something about it....and I know that you can do it.
Tool works fine....one has to first unlock the Ext ROM
This tool is working like a charm :lol: Thank you mamaich :twisted:
and which tool is it for unlocking the external rom? anyone, anyone Buller? I want to try this out.
szamot said:
and which tool is it for unlocking the external rom? anyone, anyone Buller? I want to try this out.
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Here is the unlocker
install it to PocketPC, then use "unhide", "unlock". After reboot the "Extended_ROM" folder would become visible and writeable.
It is a very great tool, mamaich. I can select myself any size of the \Storage.
I would like to request (if it's not that difficult) if you can have an option to select for Factory Defualt Setting.
I used this tool to repartioning my XDAII (WM5). It work fine, but I can't unhide the \Extended_ROM folder. The Extended ROM Unlocker I used is the modified one for WM5 by toenailed. I do any thing wrong?
I don't have 2K5 so I cannot help you here.
And I don't remember the "factory default" settings so I cannot add them to the program. You may select something about 15Mb as a size.
So I can install the application and I can unhide the folder. Reset to complete. However when I try to unlock I get the following:
Error:
FL_IOCTL_BDTL_HW_PROTECTION - A device attached to the system is not functioning.
I press OK then I get another window Debug and the message says extrom unlocked, press OK.
I start Repart_DOC and I try different sizes anthing from 128K to 10 mb. I get another Error Window.
FL_IOCTL_FORMAT_PHYSICAL DRIVE failed.
Thoughts anyone.
I tried variations of doing one command at the time and soft resetting the device but it all produces the same error messages.
Results with the Alpine.
Using BA DOC tool, it is opposite. If I put in 128 for ext ROM it makes .11 Storage. If I put in 61000, I get 59.11.
Ext ROM stays the same. After running loadvdisk, it becomes visable and is 23.96 13.96 in use and 10 free.
Ext ROM must be on other chip or is read only or???? You will know better than I!
Ohhh ya,, THANK YOU !!! YOU ARE A GOD! 8) :lol: :wink:
Sorry, can I ask which storage will be memory added?
We have the 128 RAM with program and "storage", and the "storage" folder that we can see under file explorer.
And do we need to do a "hard" reset for this?
Many thanks for your reply.
Cheers,
chris_khho said:
Sorry, can I ask which storage will be memory added?
We have the 128 RAM with program and "storage", and the "storage" folder that we can see under file explorer.
And do we need to do a "hard" reset for this?
Many thanks for your reply.
Cheers,
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Chris,
This is for the storage memory which is 47 mb and then you can combine your extended rom to make one big storage of 64 mb. It has got nothing to do with the default memory or storage.
Hope this helps.
Hemant.
Worked flawlessly. Thank you, mamaich!
no ideas for my little device not found issues? As per above.
Thanks
harrier
Harriers use different passwords.
Use superdave's unlocker exttools.exe
http://www.myehud.com/xv6600/cabs
(The password is ReIrRaH, not LeGnAeUlB)
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ah, that worked like charm, thank you very much.
Slightly confused here guys..
If you remove extended rom - how do you re-install the required apps after a hard boot? directly from the storage card ? I have tried various options and it did not work for me..
1. Changing Registry to run Autorun directly from storage card (guide from xda-dev) - did not execute ! god knows why..
2. Creating a Batchinstall script - (guide from xda-dev) - did not run..
3. cloning - was a very expensive option - so dropped out.
Would love to increase by Storage also - but need a solution to this...help me out guys...
rgs/DD
devdarshan said:
Slightly confused here guys..
If you remove extended rom - how do you re-install the required apps after a hard boot? directly from the storage card ? I have tried various options and it did not work for me..
1. Changing Registry to run Autorun directly from storage card (guide from xda-dev) - did not execute ! god knows why..
2. Creating a Batchinstall script - (guide from xda-dev) - did not run..
3. cloning - was a very expensive option - so dropped out.
Would love to increase by Storage also - but need a solution to this...help me out guys...
rgs/DD
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1. just create a Folder in your Storage Card.. Name it .. 2577 <-- very important
2. Place the AutoRun.exe and ExtROM.zip in the Folder \Storage Card\2577\
3. During a Hardreset, after the Screen Aligntment and GMT settings(Welcome.exe) make sure you will see the notification .. just like in the pic .. then tap YES
4. Then it will start to install everything in ExtROM.zip ..
5. After it install all application it will asks to reboot ..
PS:
in case you didnt see the notification .. just remove the SD/MMC wait for at least 15 seconds then put it back on the Slot
you can add or remove some files in ExtROM.zip .. just use Winrar or Pocker Rar .. and always check for Archive Error .
>>Writen By Toenailed<<
Here's the autorun file as well!
I was playing with the Disk on Chip resize utility because I am contemplating upgrading to WM2K5 now it is available. I used the Disk on Chip resizing utility to resize my extended ROM to 10Mb from its default, but I didn't check that I had got a good backup of all the CABs, so now when I unhide my extROM, I see an empty folder. I thought I hadn't unlocked it, but when I try to unlock it, I get
ERROR: FL_IOCTL_BDTL_HW_PROTECTION - A device attached to the system is not functioning
I can however write to my extROM folder
I could just resize extROM back to 16Mb & reflash (I'm using imate 1.40.176), but I'd like to learn something from my mistakes & hopefully just put back the CABs into the extROM. The problem is I don't have the CABs, just the nbf files. How can I extract CAB files from NBFs?
OK, I'm stupid :roll:
I shoulda just looked on the wiki in the extended ROM kitchen, downloaded the RAR file of the appropriate ROM, unpacked it, copied the files into the extended_ROM folder on my BA & tested using a hard reset
Oh yeah, that's just what I did - it worked fine & I now have my extROM sized to fit what I need rather than the default. Apart from saving empty space, I removed skype from the extROM; I can't see the point of having it when I already have a perfectly good phone :wink:
I am a newby and trying to install smartkeys on cingular 8125. Do I download to pc and activesync or download direct to device? Trying to download to device make .php file. Sorry for the dumb question...trying to learn
I just downloaded to PC then put unzipped files on my Mini SD then clicked on the file to set it up. Probably an easier way but this is most obvious to me.
First of all, read the pdf that's included in the download. Basically what I do is make a directory Smartskey somewhere on my PC. I extract the files to this folder. I locate Omapclock on this site if I care to overclock (which I do) and copy that file to my new Smartskey folder on my PC. I then edit the smartskey.ini to my liking, referring to the readme.pdf as necessary. I actually keep a copy of this on my SD card for when I do a hard reset on the road. I have a directory called "!APPS" on my storage card that has all my cabs. Now.... copy the modified Smartskey folder to your device. I put it off of Program Files. Do NOT, as xxpinballxx, run from your SD card! This is documented as a bad idea. If you don't believe me, read the readme.pdf included by the author in the download. Once it's on your device, click one time on the smartskey.exe file. That's it!
Enjoy.
(And please don't PM me regarding this has no one else can benefit)
Steven
chow
Warning message on startup
Hi Guys
I have installed smartskey (placed it in a folder under windows in main memory) and told it to start automagically.
But now when I soft reset my device it warns me about smartskey and wants me to press yes. How can I get it to start transparently.
Thanks
I see that behaviour ocassionaly, not every soft reset. Odd.
I recently updated the software on my phone (8125) and now when I start it up, it tells me that SmartSKeys is not signed with a trusted certificate and it does not start. If I tap the exe manually it starts up NP. Any suggestions?
I had the same problem with it and I had to remove the startup file from the windows/startup folder as well as the program from the memory card and then I reinstalled it to a folder in the PDA. No more problem.
Restart problem fixed
Hi
A few weeks ago I stopped receiving the message. My device is still overclocked which is what I use skey for but it doesn't complain when I switch the device off then on again (by holding down the power button) or when I soft reset.
Strange but true
Thanks
Mr Goodbyte using an Imate KJam (HTC Wizard)
Can anybody help me with a problem
I want to autoinstall some cab files on a wm5 wizard. (Like tomtom does under wm2003)
Problem WM5 don't want to install!!!
I have used the 2577 folder and the autorun from tomtom, renamed my cabs to the tomtom names (ttn.cab, gps.cab etc) this works fine under wm2003 but will not install on wm5
Does Anybody have a hacked autorun.exe that installs cabs on wm5 or
a Hacked extended rom autorun.exe that reads the config from the storage card instead of the extended rom.
The second option would be better as then all i have to do is re-write the config for different sd-cards
Please Please Please help me all you programmers/hackers/reverse-engineers or whatever you would lke to be known as.
Many thanks in advance
Autorun reads the ini from the /ExtendedRom/ location and that is hardcoded..
I can't be changed because it will render the certificate invallid.
However you can use:
PocketPC Installer ( http://www.pocketpctoolkit.com/index.htm )
It will make an autorun.exe for you (to install cabs registry keys etc etc..)
the-equinoxe said:
Autorun reads the ini from the /ExtendedRom/ location and that is hardcoded..
I can't be changed because it will render the certificate invallid.
However you can use:
PocketPC Installer ( http://www.pocketpctoolkit.com/index.htm )
It will make an autorun.exe for you (to install cabs registry keys etc etc..)
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Doesn't Autoconfig.exe just reads the Config.txt file from the same directory?
Just change the Config.txt so it fits your needs and I think you will be done.
Only problem is that every app will be installed to Main Storage.
I actually have to know this, but cannot try it right now, my device is flashing one of my test Roms
Molski
molski said:
Doesn't Autoconfig.exe just reads the Config.txt file from the same directory?
Just change the Config.txt so it fits your needs and I think you will be done.
Only problem is that every app will be installed to Main Storage.
I actually have to know this, but cannot try it right now, my device is flashing one of my test Roms
Molski
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The one from orange (NLD) doesn't. It reads the one in the extended rom.
Have disassebled it with IDA-pro, there I saw the strings pointing to the extended rom.
After patching it I got a certificate error when I tried to run it..
I just can't seem to make an extended ROM that won't get corrupted.
As far as I can tell, I am following Faria's tutorial properly. I have tried 2 ways, and I get the same result both ways.
1. Empty out the 9b000000-Extension.nb that I extracted (5MB) and then drag & drop my own files into it using WinImage.
2. Downloaded the blank 10MB extended ROM image, then drag & drop my own files into it using WinImage.
Both ways, if I don't let the customization run, it looks fine in Total Commander. If I do a hard reset and clear everything, then let the customization run, it stops on the second CAB. I hit reset and then look at the extended_rom in Total Commander. It will now be corrupted with lots of folders with funny characters for filenames and several files missing.
I tried a 3rd way and got better results:
- Took extracted 9b000000-Extension.nb and renamed all my CABs to match the names of the existing CABs so I don't have to change config.txt. I replaced 4 of the maybe 40 files. I drag & dropped and when it asked me if I wanted to replace, I clicked "Yes".
This method gets about 90% of the way through, but locks up just the same. I hit reset, go into Total Commander, and see now the extended_rom is completely corrupt again.
I have gone through this dozens of times. I tried flashing the ext rom alone, I tried flashing it together with the OS, together with a splash screen. No better results either way. I have gone over the Faria document several times and can't see what I'm doing wrong.
No one has any jewels of wisdom for me?
did you make sure all your files are set to read only? When you drop the files I think they default to read-only turned off. I forgot this a few times when doing my extended rom and the same thing happened to me. Rightclick on the file, choose properties, check read only (you can select all files and do it in one shot).
BTW: Winimage is the only program I've found for modding that's payware, when trial period expires you have to pay, here's a freeware image editor! the only difference is that it doesn't support long filenames. Just make sure you use 8.3 filenames!
You mean set them to read-only within WinImage? For some reason I missed that, I do have them read-only as far as Explorer is concerned, but I didn't realize they need to be set to read-only within WinImage. I'll give that a shot. Thanks!