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May get shot down but here goes....

I have just got a HTC Diamond, this is my first WM phone (had IPAQ –non hone in the past). I have spent the last few days reading many threads, on many subjects. I am now familiar the language used here i.e. cooked ROM etc.
My question is really can someone supply in a simple thread a quick 1-2-3 guide on how to start loading and trying different ROMS. i.e. Tools\Software required, how to backup original manufactures ROM, How to install new ROMs etc etc.
I have used the search button and found lots of info, much of which is not related to Diamond so not sure if it is relevant.
I may get shot don for this; however I am sure there are many people in the same situation as me, and with the popularity of the Diamond more to come.
Any positive feedback welcomed
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Quick 1-2-3 guide:
1. Flash with HardSPL(IMO)
2. Flash with new ROM (Panoshas IMO)
3. Enjoy!! Beware fast moving Jewels after ROM update can cause injury

Start with this thread 2nd post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=400950
once you have a hardspl installed on your device you can flash any rom you like to try. (flashing hardspl causes your device to reset just like it is a new device.)
From this point you just need to read and learn from the link above.

If you really searched on how to load new ROMs onto the Diamond and couldn't find anything, check your vision. This link is posted in many threads:
http://modmydiamond.info/

I really don't have a clue do I...

I have the Diamond and really like it but it is so slow as we know. I've trawled round the site but am a total noob to this. I read about hardspl (i think) and flashing roms and advanced config....I just want to speed up the device and dont know where to start. I've turned off all the whistles and bells and the handset is on Orange with a 1.37 ROM. Tried installing the advanced config. but it told me I need a newer framework thingy and now the icon is stuck on the device and I just want to throw it at the wall. I know you guys are busy as hell and that a total noob just kinda gets in the way but could someone just tell me what I need, where I get it and where I put it on the damn phone If someone can I'll get the Mrs to make you tea
Sorry guys but I have tried but am not that techy minded

Hey dude, don't worry.
Check this site out - http://modmydiamond.info/
Read through the radio and rom installation guides carefully. It's very easy to follow and you will have upgraded in no time at all. As for which ROM, I use Swift bl v.6. It's very stable and quick and includes adv config in it anyway. But there are many so check out the rom section of this forum and see what people say, same goes for the radios. Installing a new rom will wipe the data on your Diamond, so it should get rid of that icon problem anyway mate.
I don't know why noobs get such a hard time, this site can be bewildering due to the vast info presented and some of us don't have the time to trawl through it all - espically as lots of it seems so advanced.
Anyway, good luck.

I'll try to make it simple as I can, because just over a month ago I was a noob in the same boat as you... So I know the learning curve is pretty steep, but once you start plodding up it, it does level out.
BUT before you go any further, read and understand all of this very useful check list here...
Also, it'll help to keep this list handy throughout the procedures.
So, keeping it simple, go for HardSPL 1.24 from here. Flash 1.24 by following the instructions in post #1 of that thread... follow these instructions to the letter mind, that is the key!
Once you have your HardSPL successfully flashed, go get ROM 1.93.405.1_WWE from here.
This file is self extracting, and automates the flashing process, so all you have to do is follow the instructions given as it leads you through, and if in doubt, just re-read the two sets of the instructions I've pointed out to you (everything you need is in there).
Do all that precisely as instructed, and you'll be all tooled up with the latest and quickest standard HTC ROM for a UK device... Like you, I was on a UK Orange .37 ROM, and I found a welcome increase in performance when I went to .93
Ps, don't be put off by the RUU utility when you get to the page where it looks as if it's trying to update your current main rom with your radio rom... just keep on going, it isn't touching the main rom provided it is flashing only a radio... you'll see what I mean when you get to that stage.
Pps, I'm going to say it again... make sure you backup any very important data you may have on your phone... and ultimately there are no absolute guarantees when flashing devices, and you will see it many times written on this site that you can only get flashy with your device if you're prepared to proceed on this basis.
Otherwise Enjoy
Edit; oops, didn't see you there simcarloc... that's what my post was meant to look like before I got too carried away.

Take a look ath the Diamond Rom forum there are very good guide and step by step guides

Thanks guys, I'm going to have a look at what you directed me to this morning. I run a forum for a car club and I know when people first join up it can be hugely daunting and a tad scary, even with the best intentions noobs can get freaked out somewhat....cue me
Thanks for putting this in "laymans" terms for me as I think that is what noobs need first off and we'll pick the rest of it up as we go along, its not laziness on our part, personally I just had head data overload and was losing the will to live I'll go look at the stuff you've posted and let you know how I get on.
Once again thanks for taking the time out to explain in a language I may just be able to get my head round Thanks guys.
One quick Q....runn diamond-sspl.bat? How and where is this?

Its not playing
Probably my fault but all I get is..
There is no application associated with "diamond-sspl" or whatever folder I try, it keeps telling me to run the app first, but I have no idea what I'm doing now. Also tells me the framework isn't present. No idea.
Guess I'll be sticking with a slow device Thanks anyway guys

Hey there LoudyMcLoud,
Like you I am somewhat of a noob too…
But since you have a problem I encountered before (framework issue) I might be able to help you out in this first stage.
My device kept giving the message that my Framework was not up to date when I wanted to install a program. I went to search for the latest framework version at MS, and found the latest (beta) release. I installed that, and then I got the message that my framework was a newer version then needed…. Ahhh help me god.
So I took the easy way out, a hard reset did the trick for me (press and hold volume down + centre button + the soft reset button located in the stylus opening)
Remember, this procedure too, will wipe all date from your device, it will restore itself to the way it was when you first bought it.
Maybe after this you can use the steps mentioned earlier in this thread.
Good luck with your Diamond.

Just install the latest .net framework from microsoft that is NOT the Beta version - can't remember the version number, but this worked for me.

Good job,... hope you will get the rest sorted

LoudyMcLoud said:
One quick Q....runn diamond-sspl.bat? How and where is this?
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It's in the zip file you should have already downloaded here.
Extract all files in this zip file to their own folder, make an activesync connection with your diamond, then away you go. (For starters I recommend you choose HardSPL 1.24 when prompted.)
Latest .net is 3.5 available here.

My Ultimate Journey fROM 1.56.00.00 to Ultimate-X2.V6 WWE

Hi,
The following post was created by accident - I was recording each change as I was going through the process mentioned in the link below which is GREAT!! (by mskip) and at each process I was recording certain information and changes I encountered each stage. As mentioned in another post, after reading Gwen's post I was inspired to go for it and to submit my experience as my contribution.
So now I edited the information so other users can see that if they follow each stage step by step it will really work!!!
Link for the best guide for noobies: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=433835
Note:
-Though the guide mentions ActiveSync - if you have Vista I think that wond work, you have to download a a think called Windows Mobile Device Centre (WMDC) - just wait until it says connected and carry on
-The part that is says right click on the small icon and deactiave the USB connection, I couldn't to that with so instead you have to click on the connection setting within WMDC and disable it there
I recorded two sets of information in each set a bit of a lengthy process but I recorded at each stage to see if there were any changes happening at each stage - only changes were recorded in subsequent stages - sorry no photgraphs or videos taken although I wished I had to help other newbies!
Top section: Bootloog (?) reads: (When I press Power + Camera button)
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Bottom section: Device information (Setting > System > Device Info)
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0. Original before attempting anything:
kais130
spl-1.56.0000
cpld-8
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r=1.27.12.32 (radio version)
g=22.45.88.07H (protocol version)
d=1.56.00.00 (ROM version)
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1. When i flashed to a HardSPL (Essential):
spl-3.29.hard
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r=/
g=/
d=1.56.110.4
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Notes:
-Very easy and nicely done
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2. When i flashed via micro sd card (optional):
spl-3.29.hard2
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r=/
g=/
d=/
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Notes:
-After a while it dawned upon me that maybe it either SD or Cable method - no need to do both ways hence they "hard2" - but no harm was done, i think..lol.. (i hope!)
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3. When I did the SIM/CID Unlock stuff (optional)
/
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r=1.70.OliNex
g=25.65.30.04H
d=/
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First problem encountered:
Unlocked :~) but no sound!!!!
can make calls
can receive calls but gets frozen - endless vibration
can send sms
can receive sms - endless vibration
camera working fine
Note:
-The program (kaiserunlocker.exe) has three steps so you can only miss the first step if you done the above i.e. have a HardSPL (it can be a difficult concept to grasp but I made a small diagram in how i think the system works below
-It says to make sure no other process run during the updating process - well someone called me in skype - and it paused at 99% I'm now thinking cos of this call everything is going to crash - I hanged up and quite skype, msn and the rest of them - then thankfully it went to 100% - Success!!!!
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4. download and flash the preffered ROM
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d=Ultimate-X2.V6 WWE
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Note:
-Despite the no sound issue I carried on and thought maybe if I do this the radio will automatically update everything will be fine
-Tried SD didnt work simply went back to normal window
-Then done the cable method - worked, took a bit longer and need to be patient, rebooted twice with the brand new windows ))))
Problems encountered:
-No stylus configuration came up - I couldnt go to today page either - it wanted to have a SIM card so I inserted one
-It was working fine was able to make call and stuff, but some minor problems such as graphical stuff - so I done a hard reset anyway.
-Worked fine again but the CAMERA is not working.....
And that is it!
It took me only half a day to unlock my phone and update to WM6.5 I believe, it's so easy when you follow these easy instruction.
The three-layer-xda-architecture - how i think the system is...lol (in relations to the three-layered architecture in information systems)
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| ROM | <--- 3.
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| Radio | <---- 2.
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| Bootloader | <---- 1.
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1. the base MUST be changed before any of the above can be changed (this is like the the 'database') or like the BIOS/Motherboard of a PC - only needs to be done once
2. the radio is like the 'business layer' that connects the other two layers - like a messenger passing informatiion or like a "CPU" or the Hard-disk maybe of a PC - this can be changed as many times as you like, as you upgrade the processor for example
3. and finally the ROM is like the OS (software) or monitor, the "visual aspect" of the system what you see on the screen - this can be changed many times too - its like re-installing or upgrading windows (from XP to vista to MS7)
It's bit a difficult to exmplain so apologies if none of it makes sense - maybe someone else can explain it better! lol
My tips:
Be patient!
Don't go clicking/pressing around or pulling out cables if something did not load or something is not appearing, give it a minute or two be patient, it is probably loading in the processor.
You should know your own PC, its speed and how long it normally takes, and the noises it makes, like if the process works faster or the sound of Hard disc etc etc
Now I will play around with other ROM and radio till my camera and everything works and I feel happy with a certain ROM. Hope I done everything correct as I am still learning but most importantly I got an unlocked phone with some extra features
BTW my phone is the MDA vario 3 locked to T-mob
P.S sorry for any bad spelling and grammar - it's been a long day

the "three-layer-xda-architecture" you describe is not a very accurate description of the internals of a windows mobile device
also, most of the information mentioned here is also mentioned in the wiki
congratulations on your first custom ROM flash and your post proves that unlocking your device and flashing a ROM is really not that difficult if the steps are followed correctly.

Hi there,
Thanks, and we have the same ROM
I'm now in the process of updating the radio 1.71.09.01 (as mentioned on the ROM thread) - How are you finding the 1.70.18.02?
I can also see that you are using the HSPL 3.34 DaveShaw...
I'm going to take a shortcut and ask you a few questions if you dont mind ...
I installed in the following order SPL --> ROM --> planning to to Radio now.
If I want the HSPL 3.34 Daveshaw, do I have to reinstall the ROM and Radio afterwards????
Can I install Daveshaw's the same way I followed mskip's tutorial?
Thanks

dude, if you look carefully at my signature that mentions the ROM and ROM "parts" that i am using, you will see that they are LINKS. i have made them LINKS so that any forum member can just click the links to get more information.
the very FIRST link in my signature is to the "wiki" that contains 99% of the information anyone might need, including the answers to the following questions you are asking:
1. I'm now in the process of updating the radio 1.71.09.01 (as mentioned on the ROM thread) - How are you finding the 1.70.18.02?
it doesn't matter what radio version **I** am using. the performance of a radio version is highly dependent on the particular ROM you are using and your LOCATION in the world and your PROVIDER. even though we are both using the same SERIES of ROMs, they are DIFFERENT ROMs (based on different windows mobile builds) and we are in DIFFERENT parts of the world and we are using DIFFERENT providers. read the "Ultimate Radio Thread" in my signature and you will see this is the answer given to ANYONE that asks "what is the 'best' radio"
2. I installed in the following order SPL --> ROM --> planning to to Radio now.
If I want the HSPL 3.34 Daveshaw, do I have to reinstall the ROM and Radio afterwards????
just read the PDA Corner Ultimate thread for more information...read the FAQ there. HardSPL needs to be done ONCE in your entire life, unless you want to upgrade your HardSPL version. changing HardSPL and/or Radio is NON DESTRUCTIVE. but some people are starting to recommend doing a hard reset after changing radio to be on the safe side. the process of changing the SPL or radio SHOULD NOT affect your programs and data but these days some people are recommending hard resetting after the change.
3. Can I install Daveshaw's the same way I followed mskip's tutorial?
mskip's tutorial is great but you seriously need to read the wiki to clear your concepts. short answer is that the tutorial steps CAN be followed but SOME radios, SPLs, and ROMs might require slightly different steps that will be clarified in the threads for those radios, SPLs, and ROMs. so, just read the thread for DaveShaw HardSPL 3.34 which is linked in my signature.
once again, just please please please read the wiki and search and read and search. it will be a rewarding experience and will help build your concepts and will minimize the need for basic questions.

I just updated my Radio and WOW!! it done wonders... the camera is working and calling now work 100%!!!!
Ya it was a bit lazy to ask basic Qs - I think it cos I've been on 6 hours non-stop..lol
Although I did find some of the answers I was seeking, but something you pointed out I done straight away a hard reset!!
Looks like everything is in order I'm going to stick with my SPL
Well I'm off to bed and will continue my research tomorrow, here is a good site:
http://raywaldo.com/
nite

Another scream for help...

Hi,
I have my HD from march and being interested in WM6.5 and disappointed by HTC because they do not release an upgrade I decided to try some cooked roms.
I used USPL so that I can keep my original SPL.
I tried:
* Duttys WM6.5 Sense 2.1 Holy Grail
* Duttys WM6.5 Leo Holy Grail
* Topix HD
From the first boot I have noisy screen image with 4 colours or something .... but after entering in sleep mode and restore it recovers to normal "true color" until I reset the device. I can live with that but the real issue is that I cannot start my phone using the original radio neither with the latest versions I found for HTC HD. No error there, it simply stays off after I confirm that I want to enable the phone.
Also the device is hanging for very long time now and then and I have exactly the same problem/behaviour with all the above roms. I tried some fixes found in the forum but nothing works and I did not found anybody with the same weird behaviour.
I wand to recover my stock firmware but I found that even I brought mine from Romania it has a Czech S/N and HTC does not provide a stock ROM for this "v1.56.402 - Czech republic - not supported".
What can I do. do you guys know if I can get the original firmware from somewhere?
Thanks.

Obviously you havent bothered to read anything let alone the guidelines of starting new threads.
The answers are in the forum I suggest you take time to read and start by reading the forum guidelines and the sticky threads.
If you dont understand what you're doing then stick to a stock ROM until you do or you might brick your phone.

You say that you used uspl. Are you sure that it was successful as the symptoms you describe are typical when you have the incorrect spl for the rom you are using. After using uspl, what spl is showing in the bootloader screen?
Follow the steps in the Dummies Guide to Flashing and your problems should be sorted out.
If you still have further questions, post them in that thread as the mods will close this one as soon as they come across it (as explained by homer285)

you're ok as long as you can still go to bootloader mode, then go back to the uspl 2.5 guide here, FOLLOW INSTRUCTIONS STEP BY STEP
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=505377
and here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=462347
format your sd card using fat32 (full format) (if you are a frequent flasher I suggest you get a small capacity sd card – 1Gb - and devote this only for flashing)
rename the RUU_signed.nbh to BLACIMG.nbh and pair this with ROMUpdateUtility -(application file) OR BlackstoneRUUWrapper (whichever the ROM cook presents) copy these TWO files in your formatted sd card.
then using Digital Outcast's USPL GUI: look here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=508361
if you're using Vista see this to update your sync driver
http://www.modaco.com/content/windo...u-on-vista-it-can-be-done-the-ultimate-guide/
flash the ROM.
I hope I make the above clear to you.

suggestion: Read the howtos!
If I was you I would do like this:
- flash hspl.
- flash latest radio from memorystick
- flash any 23xxx-rom from memstick (miri or phamQ can I recommend).
Cant understand why you are doing it the complicated way... there are ways to recover to original-spl if needed. This is the easyest way to flash 6.5 and it is almost fail-safe.
good luck!

brumbrum said:
suggestion: Read the howtos!
If I was you I would do like this:
- flash hspl.
- flash latest radio from memorystick
- flash any 23xxx-rom from memstick (miri or phamQ can I recommend).
Cant understand why you are doing it the complicated way... there are ways to recover to original-spl if needed. This is the easyest way to do it and it is almost fail-safe.
good luck!
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dont add to the confusion, he is already using USPL, the SAFEST METHOD as stated by Dutty Throy, he even advocates this in all of his cooked ROMs
all he needs to do is to redo the steps again as i posted above.

Sorry for my panic post
Yes, after 8 hours of trying stuff I did not read post guide-lines but I searched all the internet and xda forums, tried all the dumb fixes for my weird behaviours without any success.
I am sure that my original rom it is not available and I call for help from people that have Czech S/N English version to extract the flash and the radio if it is no so complicated or if they have it as backup.
Actually I read every "flashing for dummies" posts and only when I thought I got everything I started to flash it.
I used the latest 2.5 USPL, the GUI one and also the command line from the cmd prompt so I saw all the output lines and there was no error at all. It is clear that the device was successfully flashed and I respected all the version requirements stated in description of the packages. The problem comes from some sort of incompatibility. The versions at boot is the right one.
The only wrong thing I did was after seeing USPL 2.5 coloured boot loader I go on with the tutorial which said to read on screen RUU instructions which said to connect with activesync and I did as they said and restart the device, cradle and continue flashing in which case the original SPL started and I got a flashing error on the desktop client but after restarting the device everything run normally with the stock firmware and I think I have a good understanding on how it work and I can say that that error does not hurt a bit.
I finally succeed, in the morning, to flash 6.1 vanilla topaz and almost everything works except the GPS module and I am investigating this issue.
It is clear that you cannot help me an my device issue related to WM6.5 roms are unique and I will investigate this on my own.
Sorry to everybody, again, for my wrong located post and have a nice day.

how i install windows 6.5 on my htc touch pro

plz help me i have htc touch pro ,it has 6.1windows,iwana 6.5 windows,[lz any onw help me how to install and where i get tht window,and my second problem iz i cant install softwares of (.exe) how can i install tht file type???plz help me plzzz i nedd urget help

1. Use the search button.
2. Look at the sticky's.
3. Read the rules before posting.

I agree, it seems hard to find a way how to upgrade your windows software to 6.5 or even the new 7.
I find it very difficult to get android yet everyone talks about... there is not website for it..its all hunting which is stupid. Not even torrents have them.

may be u can use 1 of so many roms here, just pick one, and enjoy your new winmo 6.5, if this is your 1st time, may you should read this one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=448008

1) Install HardSPL
2) Pick a ROM and follow the instructions
There is an excellent thread in the ROM forum giving step by step instructions. Its a bit daunting flashing the first ROM but after you have done it once or twice its easy
only problem is there are too many ROMs to choose from
... and those pesky chefs keep bringing out updates