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Windows VISTA Config guide
NOTE: Vista Rom update Utility(attached at the end of post #4) is required when Flashing Roms on Windows Vista.
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Written by MrVanx <<ALL CREDIT GOES TO THIS MAN. This is a direct Copy of the original document.
Wednesday, 18 April 2007
(Thanks to invictive for the screenshots and testing) << I LINKED TO HIS SCREENSHOTS
UPDATE: Please try downloading the latest WMDC first before attempting anything in this section of the guides. you will find the latest version HERE .
To follow this guide please make sure you have a copy of WinRAR installed, I will refer to the Windows Mobile Device Centre as the WMDC for ease of reading. If you do not have the WMDC installed please go here to install it first.
One problem with windows VISTA is that it uses the new "Windows Mobile Device Centre" and not activesync which we are used to, thus our standard RUU programs will not upgrade our Hermes devices as in windows XP. This guide will show you how to configure VISTA to work just the same as XP with our RUU programs.
For this guide firstly you need to download the new drivers:
Drivers for Windows Vista x32
Drivers for Windows Vista x64
NOTE:: If you are using a x64 bit computer, you will need to boot up with driver signing enforcement turned off. To accomplish this, you will need to press F8 during boot up. If you do not do this, the 64 bit drivers will not install properly and this tutorial will not be of any use to you.
Extract the contents to a folder on your desktop, call this folder "AS_DRIVERS". It contains the drivers from activesync which we will use instead of the native VISTA WMDC drivers when the device is in bootloader.
Now you must enter the bootloader on your device, to do this press and hold both the side ok button and the power button then put your stylus into the hole on the bottom of the device, your device will reset and show the red blue green bootloader screen. LEAVE THE DEVICE IN BOOTLOADER MODE and connect it using the USB cable to your VISTA PC.
Now navigate into the WMDC (Start>All Programs>Windows Mobile Device Center) and click on the "connection settings" menu icon.
In the connection settings menu untick "allow USB connections" then press OK. Now exit the WMDC and return to the desktop, go into the start menu and type "Services", this will take you into the local services dialogue and show a list of all services either running or registered with your pc.
Scroll down the list and make sure these services are present:
Windows Mobile-based connectivity
Windows Mobile 2003-based connectivity
If these services are not started then double click each one and set them to Automatic start by clicking the "startup-type" drop-down menu and selecting automatic then click the start button in the same window, apply the setting by pressing OK. Now return back to the desktop again.
Go into the start menu and type "Device Manager" then run, this will take you into the device manager. Click the "+" symbol next to "Mobile Devices" and double click on "HTC USB Sync". This will bring up the properties of the currently connected device (the hermes in bootloader).
Go to the "Driver" tab and click "Update Driver".
Click "Browse My Computer for Driver Software".
Select "Let me pick from a list...."
Click the "Have Disk" button.
Click "Browse" and navigate to the AS_DRIVERS folder we created earlier.
Vista x32 users select the file "wceusbsh.inf" Vista x64 users select the file "wceusbshx64.inf" Then click Open.
click next and the driver will be installed (wait a moment).
Press close and escape back to the desktop now.
Now we must stop the WMDC process, start the task manager by pressing Ctrl+Shift+Escape.
Click the WMDC line and click "End Process". In the confirmation window, again press End Process.
Now re-enter the WMDC and re-enable USB connections (click connection settings and tick the box "enable USB connections").
Your RUU programs for HardSPL/Radios/WM6 ROMs should now run as desired once you are synced with WMDC. Since we have updated the driver which Vista uses when the device is in bootloader mode.
NOTE:: This technique is still in testing so if you have any issues please post in the official thread. Until we find another way to get RUU working with vista you may need to revert back to XP for upgrading your Windows Mobile Based Device.
Thanks!
I saw this same article somewhere else and already did this
Thanks for posting this here though! Also, it helps to use the windows mobile device center 6.1 update. It works both on my desktop Vista Ultimate computer and my mom's home premium laptop
Also, a little sidenote, if you want windows mobile device center to display your own phone as the image instead of the standard PDA/PPC Phone/Smartphone image when you sync follow these steps:
Disable USB connections in Windows Mobile Device Center
Uninstall the drivers for your device from device manager
Save the image you want to use as an icon file called sync.ico
Save the icon to the windows folder on your ppc
Disconnect your PPC and enable USB connections again
Wait for the computer to reinstall the device driver and it will sync with the new icon
Sorry, I don't remember who first suggested this. I take NO credit for this whatsoever.
Woooooooooow !!!
dharvey4651
Awesome!
Must say,cudn't have been better than this,commendable job.
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dharvey4651
Awesome!
Must say,cudn't have been better than this,commendable job.
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Thanks. It took me a while to type up but as long as it benefits the community, it was worth it.
thanks you very much for the write up
great bro, i will add it to TNT notes
works nice, but the Vista update tool is out of date. Cant flash my Wizard with it.
Doesn't work with G4.
neonkoala said:
Doesn't work with G4.
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Have you tried my tutorial on how to dual boot your computer so that it has Vista and XP on it? I started having problems with my phone not flashing properly after like 2 weeks. I installed a few Windows updates and then the drivers stopped working so I set up my computer to have Vista and XP on it so that I can use Vista on a daily basis and only use XP when I'm working on my phone.
neonkoala said:
Doesn't work with G4.
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Anybody have found a Vista Update Utility for G4?
Thanks!
This got my G4 to finally stop giving me connection errors in the boot loader!
Now I can finally get my G4 unbricked
I used the shelltool successfully in Vista 32bit, but the world isn't liking me for flashing in 64bit so far... Either way, thanks!
Also, you might want to update the tutorial to tell 64bit users to boot up with driver signing enforcement turned off (Press F8 on boot up) else the 64bit drivers won't take.
frazell said:
Thanks!
This got my G4 to finally stop giving me connection errors in the boot loader!
Now I can finally get my G4 unbricked
I used the shelltool successfully in Vista 32bit, but the world isn't liking me for flashing in 64bit so far... Either way, thanks!
Also, you might want to update the tutorial to tell 64bit users to boot up with driver signing enforcement turned off (Press F8 on boot up) else the 64bit drivers won't take.
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Thank you very much for that piece of input. I will definitely update the tutorial as per your advice to better assist 64bit users.
Thanks again, Dan.
The Vista RUU doesn't crash as I was used to, but it doesn't run either (with a prophet that is) it 's complaining about "beeing outdated".
Are there any solutions yet known for this inconvenience? Thanks in advance!
Vista RUU
Is there a newer version of the ROM update utility? The one posted above doesn't run, but, rather, just complains that it's out of date!
The driver method detailed above works great (with the caveat for x64 users that they have to disable the driver signing restriction), but unfortunately I'm still no further along because I can't seem to find an RUU that will work!
If anyone knows of one that really works on Vista, please pass it one. (I've searched through all these postings, but none seem to work!)
Thanks much for the detailed driver instructions!
Thanks for the Vista instructions, helps me out! but I ran into a problem degradeing to unlock my CID. Im not sure its me,software,and/or myphone but I got a invalid Vender ID error 294. I am using a wizard 8125 for this and using Vista. This is my first time, but im loaded on knowlaege unless i missed somthing. Thanks in advance.
Still no luck with Vista!
Has anyone found a complete method to flash on Vista? As posted above, the RUU included with this thread doesn't work. It gets most of the way through and then, just before starting to flash, gives a "This utility is out of date" error and exits.
Again, the driver instructions given in this thread are sound, but without a working RUU they only give you half of the solution for flashing on Vista.
I have successfully flashed using Shelltool, but it works sporadically at best.
Does anyone have a start to finish solution?
I followed the instructions given in this forum and they seemed to work perfectly for me.
here is my 2 cents though i had initially flashed my device using the origional t-mobile rom (SPL/IPL 3.08 radio 2.69) and it worked without any problems. It was only when i tried flashing with a cooked rom that it gave me problems.
Here are the RUU file from that rom and hopefully someone can figure out why it worked
Hello All, many of you just keep asking how to do that and this, you do not use search, so im making this Guide which will help you
Things You Should Know:
Things Which Will not work after Upgrading to WM5, WM 6 or WM 6.1 :
Htc Himalaya Backpack (read below)
STK will Not function
There is no SDHC Drivers for any Version of ROMS for HTC Himalaya Yet
To Have 30.53 MB of storage Go here
Upgrading:
Windows XP :
Requirements :
Windows XP
Microsoft ActiveSync 4.5
Minimum of 256 MB of RAM
and some patience
Start your device in bootloader mode by pressing and holding down:
DPad + PowerButton + ResetButton
After a second release Reset Button, then release the rest of them.
Your screen will show word "Serial" at the top.
You are in bootloader mode now.
Place your device in the cradle/USB Cable, ensuring that the cradle/USB
is plugged directly into a USB port on your PC and not to a hub
and that the power supply is connected to the cradle/USB.
It is also a good idea to disable any screensavers on your desktop PC.
Once your device is cradled, the text on the screen will change to "USB".
Run HimaUpgradeUt_noID.exe and follow the instructions
Sit back and wait for the Congratulations screen to be displayed
on your PC.
Your device will still be displaying 'Upgrading radio stack, please wait' but as long as the PC says it is done, then its all OK.
Detach your device from the cradle/USB.
Now you have to hardreset your device :
Press Reset Button and hold down Camera Button + Record Button.
Hold them pressed until the "Boot Options" menu appears on the screen.
Select the options as follows:
(for selecting use Record Button, change values with Camera Button)
Enable KITL -> NO
Clean Registry Hive -> YES
Format Storage -> YES
When done, press DPad/Action Button and wait until OS starts.
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Windows Vista 32-Bit :
Requirements :
Any Version of Windows Vista 32-Bit
Windows Mobile Device Center (Latest Version)
and a little computer knowledge
Before starting: Your device needs to be connected to the PC, and in BOOTLOADER mode.
Step 1 of 16: Extract the attached zip file to a memorable location on your machine (e.g. the desktop). This is the Activesync 4.5 RTM USB driver.
Step 2 of 16: Run 'Windows Mobile Device Center', and click 'Connection Settings'.
Step 3 of 16: Uncheck the 'Allow USB Connections' box, and select 'OK'.
Step 4 of 16: Run 'Services' by clicking the Start Orb and typing 'Services', and ensure the 'Windows Mobile-based connectivity' and Windows Mobile 2003-based connectivity' services are started. If they are not, click the service name and press the 'play' button on the top bar.
Step 5 of 16: Load 'Device Manager' by clicking the Start Orb and typing 'Device Manager'. Expand the 'Mobile devices' section and click the 'HTC USB Sync' (or similarly named) item.
Step 6 of 16: Click the 'Action' menu and select 'Update Driver Software'.
Step 7 of 16: Click 'Browse my computer for driver software'.
Step 8 of 16: Click 'Let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer'.
Step 9 of 16: Click 'Have Disk'.
Step 10 of 16: Click 'Browse', and browse to the location where you extracted the ZIP file in Step 1.
Step 11 of 16: Double click 'wceusbsh.inf'.
Step 12 of 16: Select 'HTC USB Sync' from the list, and click 'Next'.
Step 13 of 16: Wait while your driver is installed.
Step 14 of 16: Run 'Task Manager' by clicking the Start Orb and typing 'taskmgr'. Then find the 'WMDC.EXE' item, and click 'End Process'
Step 15 of 16: Install your update! Everything should now run fine! You just need to bear in mind the final step when you want to start syncing normally again...
Step 16 of 16: In 'Windows Mobile Device Center', re-enable the 'allow USB connections' checkbox you disabled in Step 2.
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muckelmaus Wrote :
As I tested some ROMs with my himas. Only the CF-slot will not work, 'till someone will write a working driver for it.
There are no probs to use the backpack battery and the vga-video funktion, so far. Two out of three, thats not bad, I think.
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Backpack problem
Things Which Will not work after Upgrading to WM5, WM 6 or WM 6.1 :
* Htc Himalaya Backpack
As I tested some ROMs with my himas. Only the CF-slot will not work, 'till someone will write a working driver for it.
There are no probs to use the backpack battery and the vga-video funktion, so far. Two out of three, thats not bad, I think.
thanks for the info, i havent tested it my self thats why i didnt knew, edited the First post with this info
Im a noob
Hi I am a noob and followed this guide but it did nothing...
Basically I have a 02 XDA II - it is locked and I want to upgrade it to windows 6/6.1 - I have been reading through the forum for a couple of hours now covering the wiki for himalays and other things.
I followed the steps on this - but nothing has been upgraded. So I guess this isn't how to upgrade to wm6?
So frustrating cos I can't seem to find the instructions on how to do it.
I believe its a rom i need right?> how do i put it on?
Should I unlock the xda first? (havent worked that out yet) or upgrade to wm6 and then it will be unlocked anyway?
Please please help I have been reading loads and trying to not ask obvious thigns.
i donot know if its SIM locked or not...try givinf xda2unlock a try
second, to upgrade you need a ROM, there are MANY roms in this Himalaya WM6 Forum...many of them have detailed instructions
it wont be any harm if you upgrade first...try giving it a shot and tell me
Ather
I have also performed 'Unlock Wiz/Himalaya' but all I get is 'The phone seems unlocked already' - but it is not unlocked - any advice with this also?
try to upgrade the rom simply, if u get stuck, we all are here
I am struggling through trying to work out how to unlock my sim and then flash WM6 onto my 02 XDA ii which therefore is a himalya - says PH10b in model no.
Anyway Im following one of the guides (http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index...0for newbies) and it says I have to establish whether it is a G3 or G4 or else Ill brick it and probably throw myself out of my window.
So I performed a soft reset and got the following information in red letters when I do it.
R 1.10.00
G 1337. 18
1.60.00WWE
I just don't know if it is a G3 or G4 and can't afford to brick this phone - so please could someone help me so I know which intructions to follow?
I will send best reply a stick of rock from Blackpool (famous for rock - its like sugary concerete).
Sorry to be unclear - it is sim locked - it has horrible 02 logos all over it.
Bastards.
Anyway it is sim locked and wm 2003 i think.
Im not clear about how to install a rom - i did update the drivers putting it in boot and then updating driver from what i downloaded - which I think was to resolve and issue with vista/xp as i am using vista.
Right now im trying to work out G3/G4 because i found what seemed to be a good instrucitonal post
lol, the xda2 doesent has g3 or G4 ... so flash away
So how do i unlock it and then install WM6?
Is there a step by step guide?
It is sim locked and i want to unlock it and install wm6
the Branding has nothing to do with the Simlock, my Himalaya is from O2 too, and all it had was Branding, no simlock.
I'm currently using E-Plus as my Provider, and i did not have to circumvent any simlock before flashing WM6.1 onto the Device.
Also, if it DID have a Simlock, it has probably worn off by now, since the Device is already older than 2 years...
I have managed to unlock the sim now thanks to the wonderful people here but still have no clue how to install wm6?
congrats , just download any ROM and enjoy flashing it
do i just download a wm6 file and put it onto my pda and then execute it? double click it? is it that simple?
Can u spefically tell me how to implement a rom?
i assume i download it but then what?
I am thinking I'll just brick it - then spend months on here asking for help... Id rather just ask beforehand and find out how to do it.
it's exactly like ather said, you downloaded the ROM, now you can flash it to your XDA.
Just do it like it says in the Readme and you should have no Problems whatsoever
Strange
I had an old Qtek 2020 and flashed it successfully to WM6.1 No problems exept...... the phne does not conect to the correct provider. The SIM is for the Belgian BASE provider whereas it connects always to ORANGE. When I put the SIM in my new Diamond or in my very old Nokia phne it connects to BASE as intended. I reflashed to the original Qtek WM 2003 SE and same thing. Reflashed again to WM6.1 ans still it only wants to connect to ORANGE ??? What am I overlooking?
BTW if I donload the list of providers there isno BASE provider. If I download the list on my Diamond it appears whithout any problem.
it could be because of the Network Manager has old settings, try setting it up manually
I have been using the X1_HardSPL_Utility program. My phone has always had a good connection with Windows Mobile Device Center (ie, whenever I plug it into the USB port, it automatically syncs). I follow the steps in the program, but when it launches the bootloader program on my x1, it just stays at the "Loading..." screen. Then I get an error from the hardspl program that says something about my phone isn't connected to WMDC. After I disconnected and rebooted my phone, now my phone can no longer be detected by WMDC when I plug it into the USB port. How can I fix this problem so that I can Hard-SPL my phone? or are there alternate methods, such as through the Micro SD card?
i've made the same wrong thing like you ... 5 days to find it out.
1. dont have a rom on your storagecard (well not in the root)
2. put the hardspl.exe on the desktop of your pc (also dont have a rom on the desktop)
3. start the hardspl.exe on the desktop with the usb pluged in.
and it will work and you will feel like me "like a dump noob".
SO YES - YOU HAVE TO START THE X1_HARDSPL.EXE FROM YOUR BLOODY PC, LAPTOP, ETC AND NOT FROM YOUR X1
Bennieficial said:
I have been using the X1_HardSPL_Utility program. My phone has always had a good connection with Windows Mobile Device Center (ie, whenever I plug it into the USB port, it automatically syncs). I follow the steps in the program, but when it launches the bootloader program on my x1, it just stays at the "Loading..." screen. Then I get an error from the hardspl program that says something about my phone isn't connected to WMDC. After I disconnected and rebooted my phone, now my phone can no longer be detected by WMDC when I plug it into the USB port. How can I fix this problem so that I can Hard-SPL my phone? or are there alternate methods, such as through the Micro SD card?
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I had the exact same problem.
You need to:
Disable your internet connection(wifi/lan)
disable your virus detection and windows firewall (and any standalone fire wall you have)
Remove you MicroSD card
run hardspl (it should now complete the operation)
And flash to what ever rom you like (using the SD card method)
Re-enable your firewall/virus detection/internet connection (In that order)
thanks!! i got it working just fine now thanks to both of you guy's help!
ok one more problem. I am not able to get my X1 synced with WMDC anymore, just as it was doing before my failed attempts at Hard-SPLing my phone. How do I fix this?
ok do you have now the hardspl on the phone?
IF yes - it will sync.
1. dont connect the phone
2. delete the "Partnerschaft" in english perhaps the team in WMC (means delete the phone in MWC).
3. connect the phone it will say a "oh new phone" - give him the sync possibilities and it's done.
took a bit time the first time...................just checked it right.........hm got also problems.....yesterday it worked because he copied the changes ........but today!
I have definitely got the blue angel. It is an O2 Xda 11s.
I have downloaded the how to flash your BA pdf by D-Two, and followed the instructions. It gets through to the stage where it's about load the software onto the phone, and then it quits saying that he phone is not the appropriate model.
device information
Operator version: PDAViet.net
ROM version: 6.01.10 VH
ROM date: 07/08/08
Radio version: 1.06.00
ExtROM: diamond (01)
RAM size: 128 MB
Flashing eyes: 32 MB
Storage size: 60.3 MB
At present I have windows mobile 6.1.
And suggestions please?
for upgrading, you use the MAupgradeut_noID.
that program avoids country id errors but it was originally made for the magician, hence MA, whereas the original BA upgrade utility is called BAupgradeut.
that is why you get that error. you have to put the device into bootloader mode before connecting it to the pc and before starting maupgradeut_noid, that way, you avoid the device id check.
make sure to follow the correct upgrade procedure, found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=630416
These are the instructions I used;
Temporarily remove your SD Card (it may work for you with the SD card still in your BA, but you may not be able to enter USB mode when cradled).
Put your device into Bootloader mode by pressing and holding the "Power" & "Record" buttons, and then press the Reset Button. Help me with this step
Connect the phone to the sync cable/cradle. sarcasm ahead Note: Did you see a sign out in front of this point that said: "You can flash using BlueTooth connection?" You know why you didn't see that sign? Because you can NOT FLASH using BlueTooth!
Now you can execute the installer file. (something like "MaUpgradeUt_noID")<--------------- Used This
Here is the screen just before boarding the software.
http://i627.photobucket.com/albums/tt356/Pterodactyl_2012/ba1.png
And here is the error message.
http://i627.photobucket.com/albums/tt356/Pterodactyl_2012/ba2.png
nope, you are not using the proper maupgradeut_noid, because that would show a magician on the left, whereas your pictures clearly show a BA, so download the Chef_Tony RUU from my signature and try that. it has the right maupgradeut_noid, that will avoid errors like that.
Chef_Tony said:
nope, you are not using the proper maupgradeut_noid, because that would show a magician on the left, whereas your pictures clearly show a BA, so download the Chef_Tony RUU from my signature and try that. it has the right maupgradeut_noid, that will avoid errors like that.
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yep, you were right,,,,,,, BUT same error message;
http://i627.photobucket.com/albums/tt356/Pterodactyl_2012/xda4.png
you are trying to flash using vista/7 have you read d-two's manual about that, with the customized driver and everything?
alternatively try a windows xp pc and follow the tutorial in my signature (the read first link)
and make sure, that you don't copy around the rom too much. download the rom and the ruu directly to the pc you flash from and use it from that folder directly. i use windows 7 on my main pc and can only flash from my netbook which runs windows xp, and due to too much copying, i had similar errors, because after copying the rom to a usb flash drive without problems, still the crc changed.
don't worry, your case is far from hopeless, but you seem to be unlucky and go through every problem there is
Chef_Tony said:
you are trying to flash using vista/7 have you read d-two's manual about that, with the customized driver and everything?
alternatively try a windows xp pc and follow the tutorial in my signature (the read first link)
and make sure, that you don't copy around the rom too much. download the rom and the ruu directly to the pc you flash from and use it from that folder directly. i use windows 7 on my main pc and can only flash from my netbook which runs windows xp, and due to too much copying, i had similar errors, because after copying the rom to a usb flash drive without problems, still the crc changed.
don't worry, your case is far from hopeless, but you seem to be unlucky and go through every problem there is
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Okay yes, I should have said this. I am using windows seven on a Lenovo N500 4233 32g. The problem is, trying to get hold of an XP machine. Have you tried running this programme in compatibility mode? I will have a look at your instructions and see where I get to.
Thanks for your help,
Is d-two's manual, the HTC service manual in you sig?
no, it is to be found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=5456317&postcount=6
compatibility has nothing to do with it, neither has the xp mode or any virtual machine, because there must be suitable windows 7 drivers present. but i cannot help you with his tutorial, since i use windows xp for flashing and have never successfully used windows 7 for flashing.
the htc service manual in my sig is the official htc manual for hardware repairs, you can learn to disassemble the device there and have a list of spare parts
i have been trying for days to update my xda ll himalaya from 2003 to windows 6 plus, but with no luck.
i follow all the instructions on this forum' but no luck at all.
it keeps going back to programes that were set by factory bloody phone.
i must have downloaded nearly all the roms on this site and tried to install them with no luck' i was wondering can i install a new operating system over the old one a bit like a lap top you know like booting from a sd card and installing over the top of the old one.
please fellows i do need help on this one, my daughter keeps offering me this samsung pink small slide thing, because my phone wont update' save me from this pink gross small keyed thing.
many thanks guys
Sounds like you're running a 64bit Win7. That won't work! (unless mabee virtual)
basicbri said:
i have been trying for days to update my xda ll himalaya from 2003 to windows 6 plus, but with no luck.
i follow all the instructions on this forum' but no luck at all.
it keeps going back to programes that were set by factory bloody phone.
i must have downloaded nearly all the roms on this site and tried to install them with no luck' i was wondering can i install a new operating system over the old one a bit like a lap top you know like booting from a sd card and installing over the top of the old one.
please fellows i do need help on this one, my daughter keeps offering me this samsung pink small slide thing, because my phone wont update' save me from this pink gross small keyed thing.
many thanks guys
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Look in my English Thread (WM6.1,WM6.5,WM6.5.x) i have an "HowTo" for Win7 64x (Work for Himalaya too)
d-two said:
Look in my English Thread (WM6.1,WM6.5,WM6.5.x) i have an "HowTo" for Win7 64x (Work for Himalaya too)
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Oh, yes. I remember reading it. OK, I'm getting old!
where factory apps come from - ms_.nbf -
basicbri said:
i have been trying for days to update my xda ll himalaya from 2003 to windows 6 plus, but with no luck.
i follow all the instructions on this forum' but no luck at all.
it keeps going back to programes that were set by factory bloody phone.
i must have downloaded nearly all the roms on this site and tried to install them with no luck' i was wondering can i install a new operating system over the old one a bit like a lap top you know like booting from a sd card and installing over the top of the old one.
please fellows i do need help on this one, my daughter keeps offering me this samsung pink small slide thing, because my phone wont update' save me from this pink gross small keyed thing.
many thanks guys
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you will need the stuff from this post -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=648067
install - ER2003Edit_1_4_26.msi on pc
it will enable you to be able to open the ms_.nbf
the ms_.nbf needs to be put in the same folder as
HimaUpgradeUt_noID.exe
nk.nbf
ms_.nbf
when upgrading.
the ms_.nbf is where all the old factory programs are coming from its known as the EXTROM.
it houses programs that the factory thinks that should always be installed but not uninstalled by the public, thats why they do not appear in remove programs tab.but we do not need a lot of this stuff as we are now running WM 6.5.
the ms_.nbf that is here -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=648067
has already been cleaned of any factory placed program .cabs so you can use that one straight off,it does contain 2 splash images that you could change?
its best not too have any .cabs in ms_.nbf as you will then be able to do this -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=332215
hope helps,let us know how u got on....
still having problems with update
hi advanced'
thanks for the help' what ive done was downloaded all thos programes you advised me to.
extracted them to my desktop' installed the one that opens the rom image.
opend the rom image had a look it said i was on o2 but ive unlocked it to my network orange, but i didnt change anything just save the image and came out of the programe.
then i opened windows mobile connected my xdall to it and created a new folder in games called smart, i then copy the ms file and the himaupgrade to this folder.
which ever way i try to run this ie from my windows mobile sysc, i get the same message first it says about update and delete my old software, goes through the checking stage then says update has a problem please take out usb and soft reset device and try again.
and if i try to run it from my mobile it says there is no application associated with ms_ run the application first then openthis file from within the application.
this is driving me up the wall, also i am using windows 7 might that be a problem.
many thanks
basicbri
the HimaUpgradeUt_noID.exe was never made to run on win7 that why we have too tweek.
follow this its for xp/vista but also applies for win 7 -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=428469
when all hooked up ie. device in bootloader (you cannot update in win mobile it needs to be in bootloader mode)and all ready to run, make sure u have all 3 files in same folder on desktop pc not win mobile device...
3 files are -
HimaUpgradeUt_noID.exe - update app
nk.nbf - actual win mo 6.5 rom image
ms_.nbf - extrom image
the ms_.nbf can be opened with ER2003Edit_1_4_26.msi and just delete the o2 option from the 2 drop down and type in ORANGE then go - file - save ROM image - exit
after update app has finished make sure you do this before you start up device for first time -
Select the options as follows:
(for selecting use Record Button, change values with Camera Button)
Enable KITL -> NO
Clean Registry Hive -> YES
Format Storage -> YES
When done, press DPad/Action Button and wait until OS starts.
follow the update instructions for xp on here -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=428469
even though you are running win 7 its the same,where it differs is the actual driver install,follow the guide for vista for that..
post how ya got on
thanks for your help but
hi advanced ive put into action all the breakdown that you gave me'
it went into boot mode' showing usb top of screen and version 1.06 at the bottom.
but heres the weird thing' when i run this windows mobile centre without being in boot mode' no problems at all, now im run ning from boot mode through usb on windows 7 it just wont connect it stops with error 101 unable to update.
still a big problem please help .
rgds basicbri
or use the xda dev search function ???
which 6.5 rom are u trying to run...if it one of YAHAHANUVOELEGANLC they can be a bit fussy..what you have to do is copy the .nbf to a completely new folder somewhere on pc and use this update utilty....
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basicbri said:
hi advanced ive put into action all the breakdown that you gave me'
it went into boot mode' showing usb top of screen and version 1.06 at the bottom.
but heres the weird thing' when i run this windows mobile centre without being in boot mode' no problems at all, now im run ning from boot mode through usb on windows 7 it just wont connect it stops with error 101 unable to update.
still a big problem please help .
rgds basicbri
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And i say again look in my HowTo!!!
advanced15 said:
which 6.5 rom are u trying to run...if it one of YAHAHANUVOELEGANLC they can be a bit fussy..what you have to do is copy the .nbf to a completely new folder somewhere on pc and use this update utilty....
post results ...
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thanks for using my version!
flyboyovyick said:
thanks for using my version!
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hi'
ive done all sorts to get this new operating system in with not much luck at all.
i can get boot mode ok it says USB at the top and serial at the bottom, then i open hiyma upgrade put my phone in the cradle' but then it wont syc.
windows 7 is a big pain in my a..e bloody thing.
there must be some one out there that can cure this problem.
many thanks in advance.
basicbri
basicbri said:
hi'
ive done all sorts to get this new operating system in with not much luck at all.
i can get boot mode ok it says USB at the top and serial at the bottom, then i open hiyma upgrade put my phone in the cradle' but then it wont syc.
windows 7 is a big pain in my a..e bloody thing.
there must be some one out there that can cure this problem.
many thanks in advance.
basicbri
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It should not sync, to be clear.
aeroflyluby said:
It should not sync, to be clear.
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hi' everyone that has been so kind to help me......great big thank you
it still wont update im using windows 7 when i put the xda in boot mode' then put it in the cradle.
on screen it says usb on the top of the screen and the version number at the bottom.
i then ran himalaya update beta version' it tries to update but then gives a error but im not suprised because it showing no usb conection in windows 7.
but if i put my phone in the cradle without boot mode' it straight away connects to windows mobile sysc' and its fine...........bloody windows 7
what about flashing from sd card ive got a two gig one.
PLEASE PLEASE PEOPLE' SAVE ME FROM MY DAUGHTER WHO WANTS ME TO USE THIS GOD AWFULL PINK PHONE.
sorry for the caps mods' but this situation is urgent.
many thanks people
rgds basicbri
basicbri said:
hi' everyone that has been so kind to help me......great big thank you
it still wont update im using windows 7 when i put the xda in boot mode' then put it in the cradle.
on screen it says usb on the top of the screen and the version number at the bottom.
i then ran himalaya update beta version' it tries to update but then gives a error but im not suprised because it showing no usb conection in windows 7.
but if i put my phone in the cradle without boot mode' it straight away connects to windows mobile sysc' and its fine...........bloody windows 7
what about flashing from sd card ive got a two gig one.
PLEASE PLEASE PEOPLE' SAVE ME FROM MY DAUGHTER WHO WANTS ME TO USE THIS GOD AWFULL PINK PHONE.
sorry for the caps mods' but this situation is urgent.
many thanks people
rgds basicbri
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If you have 32 bit windows 7 download attachment from this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=428469
unpack it anywhere but remember where it's unpacked, desktop for example.
Then put hima into bootloader mode and into crandle.
Then click on PC :
Start > Right Mouse Click on Computer > in the left you should see Device Manager link, click on this > Go to Portable Devices or something like that, there should me USB Sync or something like this > Click right mouse on it and tap Update driver > Select Browse my computer blabla > click on Let me choose someting blabla, this second option > Click DISC button > Navigate to folder where you opened this and open wceusbsh blabla > select Microsoft USB Sync or something on the list and click next > install driver > Run update and flash, lol
basicbri said:
hi' everyone that has been so kind to help me......great big thank you
it still wont update im using windows 7 when i put the xda in boot mode' then put it in the cradle.
on screen it says usb on the top of the screen and the version number at the bottom.
i then ran himalaya update beta version' it tries to update but then gives a error but im not suprised because it showing no usb conection in windows 7.
but if i put my phone in the cradle without boot mode' it straight away connects to windows mobile sysc' and its fine...........bloody windows 7
what about flashing from sd card ive got a two gig one.
PLEASE PLEASE PEOPLE' SAVE ME FROM MY DAUGHTER WHO WANTS ME TO USE THIS GOD AWFULL PINK PHONE.
sorry for the caps mods' but this situation is urgent.
many thanks people
rgds basicbri
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And again look in my howto's there is an description for Vista/Win7 32/64Bit
basicbri said:
hi'
ive done all sorts to get this new operating system in with not much luck at all.
i can get boot mode ok it says USB at the top and serial at the bottom, then i open hiyma upgrade put my phone in the cradle' but then it wont syc.
windows 7 is a big pain in my a..e bloody thing.
there must be some one out there that can cure this problem.
many thanks in advance.
basicbri
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there will be NO icon or message in win 7 that device is connected as long as you have USB at the top of device screen that lets you know it is connected....
hi advanced'
this himalaya xdall is still giving me problems'
ive done all of these' links and downloads to up date this mo fo' but without any luck.
this has been slowly driving me up the wall, even though i have followed to the letter everything page by page.
i dont think this is going to work on windows 7'
my usb icon bottom right of my screen is showing a green and white tick that indicates that my pda is conected but not in the my computer screen, even after i followed the information.
im also getting error 101 on the himalaya ungrader, as i said before what about flashing from my sd card thats got to be worth a try.
also i would like to hear from another members that have upgraded the xdall himalaya with windows 7.
but i do think this alas is not ment to be' my destiny is drawn towards my daughters god awlfull pink mobile.
SAVE ME FROM THIS IT IS NEARLY CHRISTMAS
cheers basic
p/s anyone have any ideas you can email me on
[email protected]
it does work on win 7...done it this end load of times
have u tried installing"Windows Mobile Device Center " which ya get from microsoft web site.
Windows Mobile Device Center - for win 7
ActiveSync - for xp
(if allready installed, uninstall and start fresh)
then when installed restart pc...
then follow -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=428469
this great guide is for win 7 as well..follow the Windows Vista guide first to make win 7 play ball then after a pc reset follow the Windows XP guide for the actual updating...
and make sure you go through the different driver install ie. USBAS.zip
the reason for this is that win 7 runs "Windows Mobile Device Center" but the himalaya upgrader needs the drivers from the older "ActiveSync" which runs on xp.
make sure you have -
Uncheck the 'Allow USB Connections' box, and select 'OK'. in "Windows Mobile Device Center" settings before you try hooking up device in bootloader mode...
which WM 6.5 ROM are you trying to run ?
updating on win 7 works...it just takes some tweeking....
advanced15 said:
have u tried installing"Windows Mobile Device Center " which ya get from microsoft web site.
Windows Mobile Device Center - for win 7
ActiveSync - for xp
(if allready installed, uninstall and start fresh)
then when installed restart pc...
then follow -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=428469
this great guide is for win 7 as well..follow the Windows Vista guide first to make win 7 play ball then after a pc reset follow the Windows XP guide for the actual updating...
and make sure you go through the different driver install ie. USBAS.zip
the reason for this is that win 7 runs "Windows Mobile Device Center" but the himalaya upgrader needs the drivers from the older "ActiveSync" which runs on xp.
make sure you have -
Uncheck the 'Allow USB Connections' box, and select 'OK'. in "Windows Mobile Device Center" settings before you try hooking up device in bootloader mode...
which WM 6.5 ROM are you trying to run ?
updating on win 7 works...it just takes some tweeking....
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It's ok to update without windows mobile center, you need just driver.
basicbri, if you followed my guide, you can't fail. It's really impossible to con't get it work with my manual. Try again, even if you didn't yet