I have a 1 gig card to use in my rooted NC. Do I need to format it some special way ? I have it formated as NTFS but I can not read it with ASTRO. It should be listed under sdcard right ? but I dont see it.
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From what I've read on the Nook Color spec, it supports the FAT32 filesystem.
Try formatting your microSD card to that (or use the Nook to format the sd card directly)
Thibor69 said:
I have a 1 gig card to use in my rooted NC. Do I need to format it some special way ? I have it formated as NTFS but I can not read it with ASTRO. It should be listed under sdcard right ? but I dont see it.
Help!
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Yup, FAT32 will work if what you have is a PC. There may be some UNIX filesystem format that's supported too, but for a 1 GB card, FAT32 is enough with its 4 GB file size limitation.
I want to install RunnymedeMod and it requires that I have a 1GB Ext4 partition. I have an 8GB SD Card...
I use Minitool Partition to create a 1GB Ext4. I apply the changes... I take the ROM zip file and put it on my SD card. When I go to the Recovery to install it, I go to chose the Zip file and it isn't there...
I boot my phone back up and open my SD card's file on my PC. When I look, the partition is no longer there and the ROM zip isn't on my SD anymore... it is getting frustrating.
Any helpful ideas?
The reason you can't see the 1GB partition is because Windows cannot read ext partitions. I suggest you install 4ext recovery, then create an ext2 partition and then upgrade it to ext3 and the lastly ext4. This is your best bet to make sure it's partitioned correctly and smoothly.
Theshawty said:
The reason you can't see the 1GB partition is because Windows cannot read ext partitions. I suggest you install 4ext recovery, then create an ext2 partition and then upgrade it to ext3 and the lastly ext4. This is your best bet to make sure it's partitioned correctly and smoothly.
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So I have touch 4Ext Recovery... when I want to create partitions it says First Ext and Second Ext and then Swap size.
I have an 8GB SD and I need a 1GB Ext4 partition.
Chubby_Skunk said:
So I have touch 4Ext Recovery... when I want to create partitions it says First Ext and Second Ext and then Swap size.
I have an 8GB SD and I need a 1GB Ext4 partition.
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First ext: 1gb, skip second ext and skip swap. Then upgrade to ext3 and lastly ext4.
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Hey guys ... I am noob at android so please! !!!bear with it..
just wanted to know...
what is SD partion???
how to go about it??
hoe to check it's working??
what are the benefits? ??
is it ok to do it with 4gb class 4 card???
Thanks for reading ..
noobismyname said:
Hey guys ... I am noob at android so please! !!!bear with it..
just wanted to know...
what is SD partion???
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As with every storage media you can actually partition the mSD. By default it ships as a single partition that is FAT32 formatted (otherwise Microsoft couldn't play Mafia and press license fees out of Android phone manufacturers as the FAT file format is copyrighted by Microsoft).
noobismyname said:
how to go about it??
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You can partition the mSD in either ClockworkMod recovery or you can turn off your phone, take the mSD out of the phone and put it into a card reader and then partition the card on your computer by i.e. EASEUS Partition Manager (Windows) or gparted (Linux).
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hoe to check it's working??
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I don't know how you usually check if your hoe is working (oh how I love typos), but you can check if the SD card partitions are working this way:
- Boot the phone
- Once it's booted up and you have no warning about the SD card then the partition mounted at /mnt/sdcard works. To check if /mnt/sd-ext is also working either open the "Terminal", type "su" (without the quotes) followed by "mount" which will return all currently mounted devices.
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what are the benefits? ??
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If you create a sd-ext partition (USE SEARCH to know what this means!) you can move your apps out of the internal phone memory onto the sdcard (this actually even works without a designated sd-ext partition). However, you can't move each and every app to the SD ... apps coming with widgets, apps that start automatically upon boot, a widget or a live wallpaper can't be moved to the SD as it will stop working.
Swap on the SD (to have virtual memory - much like the "pagefile.sys" of Windows or the swap partition of Linux) only decreases the lifespan of your SD most likely considerably when there's a whole lotta swapping going on - apart from needing a custom kernel as the Stock doesn't support swap.
noobismyname said:
is it ok to do it with 4gb class 4 card???
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A Class 4 mSD isn't blazing fast, but it should be about sufficient. In general, the higher the number of the Class, the faster the card, the more fluid the I/O transfers.
B.Jay said:
As with every storage media you can actually partition the mSD. By default it ships as a single partition that is FAT32 formatted (otherwise Microsoft couldn't play Mafia and press license fees out of Android phone manufacturers as the FAT file format is copyrighted by Microsoft).
You can partition the mSD in either ClockworkMod recovery or you can turn off your phone, take the mSD out of the phone and put it into a card reader and then partition the card on your computer by i.e. EASEUS Partition Manager (Windows) or gparted (Linux).
I don't know how you usually check if your hoe is working (oh how I love typos), but you can check if the SD card partitions are working this way:
- Boot the phone
- Once it's booted up and you have no warning about the SD card then the partition mounted at /mnt/sdcard works. To check if /mnt/sd-ext is also working either open the "Terminal", type "su" (without the quotes) followed by "mount" which will return all currently mounted devices.
If you create a sd-ext partition (USE SEARCH to know what this means!) you can move your apps out of the internal phone memory onto the sdcard (this actually even works without a designated sd-ext partition). However, you can't move each and every app to the SD ... apps coming with widgets, apps that start automatically upon boot, a widget or a live wallpaper can't be moved to the SD as it will stop working.
Swap on the SD (to have virtual memory - much like the "pagefile.sys" of Windows or the swap partition of Linux) only decreases the lifespan of your SD most likely considerably when there's a whole lotta swapping going on - apart from needing a custom kernel as the Stock doesn't support swap.
A Class 4 mSD isn't blazing fast, but it should be about sufficient. In general, the higher the number of the Class, the faster the card, the more fluid the I/O transfers.
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eh!! thanks a ton ..
How to partion using Cwm???
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How to partion using Cwm???
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Look into the "Advanced settings" menu - and note that not each version of CWM contains that functionality. CWM 4.0.1.5 that is in some thread around here does not have the partitioning capabilities, CWM 3.2.0.0 (as shipped with GingerDX) is able to perform it, CWM 5.x.x.x as in nAa's or Alfs' custom kernel is up to your for checking out.
???Dude???
How to partition??
you rather answered some different question.. well I am on stock kernel and my recovery has the advanced option derived is partition option also is it safe? ??? and it asks for swap which 1 to select????
noobismyname said:
???Dude???
How to partition??
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Depends on what you want to do ...
- swap and a normal data partition
Create a ~256-512MB swap partition
Partition the rest as a FAT32 partition
- sd-ext and a normal data partition
Create a ~1GB ext3 or ext4 PRIMARY partition and name it "sd-ext" (w/o quotes)
Partition the rest as a FAT32 partition
- swap and sd-ext and normal data partition
Create a ~256-512MB swap partition
Create a ~1GB ext3 or ext4 PRIMARY partition and name it "sd-ext" (w/o quotes)
Partition the rest as a FAT32 partition
And ... this information could also be found by using the Forum search!
AM WELL AWARE ABOUT THE SEARCH.BUTTON! !!!
well if you read the 1st post .. I have mentioned clearly that I am noob at android.
All I want is a brief explanation on partition ..
I read some were swap ain't supported on stock kernel and I an on stock kernel ....
Do I need a computer to partition? ??? please explain the process briefly......
Follow the SD card partitioning article in the XDA Wiki
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Follow the SD card partitioning article in the XDA Wiki
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h'm.. Thankyou
is there any way to do this without using a computer????
I'm asking because I had to format my 64GB sd card as fat32 in order to get cwm to see it, but now I can't use it as secure storage for nook vids and such.
gunnyman said:
I'm asking because I had to format my 64GB sd card as fat32 in order to get cwm to see it, but now I can't use it as secure storage for nook vids and such.
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I'd try making 2 primary partitions on the card. Format the smaller one fat32. I think cwm can see ext2 partitions too. Easy enough to try. Gparted does it easy.
Great idea. Thanks.
4GB is not enough. not nearly enough. you update all your apps and its all used up! I cant install all the essential google apps let alone the apps i use on a daily basis, all of which require more storage. I have an SD but it wont put all the essentials on it like Sheets, Docs, Wallet, etc. How can i get the phone to treat SD as internal storage?
Root then partition your sdcard to have the second partition use ext4 I used aparted from the play store to do this then link2sd becomes your best friend
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jsares said:
Root then partition your sdcard to have the second partition use ext4 I used aparted from the play store to do this then link2sd becomes your best friend
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can you please give a guide so we can do the same.
i am noob to this and dont want to brick my phone.
thankyou.
Link2SD let's you move most apps to SDcard
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How to Use External SD as Internal Storage
rickin said:
can you please give a guide so we can do the same.
i am noob to this and dont want to brick my phone.
thankyou.
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Check out this great guide to get unlocked, recovery and rooted
If you bought your phone in the United States use 32-bit, if you bought it in Europe/Australia use 64-bit (I did see a post that said the 510s sold in Russia are 32-bit)
Make a backup of everything on your sd card as this will wipe it
Flash either RhInStOnE-A11 or Modded Desire 510 Kernel v2.6.1
Use Aparted to Delete the sdcard
Use Aparted to Create a FAT32 partition (whatever size you want) to put external files on
Use Aparted to Create a ext4 partition (whatever size you want) to put linked apps on
Use Link2SD to link your apps and free up space on internal storage
Here are two simple videos that show how to use Aparted and Link2SD: Aparted and Link2SD
I am currently using one 32GB FAT32 partition and one 32GB ext4 partition with Link2SD and it is working great
Enjoy your extra space
blaqueknight said:
Check out this great guide to get unlocked, recovery and rooted: http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-510/general/guide-how-to-unlock-install-recovery-t2988292
If you bought your phone in the United States use 32-bit, if you bought it in Europe/Australia use 64-bit
****Make a backup of everything on your sd card****
If you have an sd card no bigger than 32GB, flash the kernel found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-510/development/kernel-rhinstone-a11-t3013989
Use Aparted to delete the card
Create one FAT32 partition (whatever size you want) and one ext4 partition (whatever size you want) or more partitions if you like at whatever size you want
Format all of your partitions
Use Link2SD to link your apps and free up space on internal storage
****Make a backup of everything on your sd card****
If you have a 64GB sd card, flash the kernel found here: http://androidforums.com/threads/virgin-sprint-kernel-desire-510-write-protection-removed.885145/
Use Aparted to delete the card
Create one 32GB FAT32 partition and one 32GB ext4 partition (or more if you choose at whatever size you want, but I believe FAT32 is limited to 32GB size partition max)
[I am currently using one 32GB FAT32 partition and one 32GB ext4 partition and it is working great]
Format all of your partitions
Use Link2SD to link your apps and free up space on internal storage
If you have an sd card that is bigger than 64GB, hopefully someone with more knowledge can help you out with that
Good luck and enjoy your extra space
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Can you pm me? I need a tester with a large sdcard formatted similarly to yours. To test /data on sd-ext
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I have a 64gig card and found that it worked well with 10gig formatted as ext4 and the rest as fat. I used Mini Partition Wizard and followed the instructions on the link2sd website. My device is 64bit.
Burtrum57 said:
I have a 64gig card and found that it worked well with 10gig formatted as ext4 and the rest as fat. I used Mini Partition Wizard and followed the instructions on the link2sd website. My device is 64bit.
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I really like MiniTool Partition Wizard. It has a great interface. I did run into a problem with it, though. I was able to create a FAT32 and an ext4 partition. I was able to format the FAT32 partition, but there was no option to format the ext4 partition. After I created the partitions my phone said the sd card was damaged. I used Aparted to format both partitions and it worked perfect.
Burtrum57 said:
I have a 64gig card and found that it worked well with 10gig formatted as ext4 and the rest as fat. I used Mini Partition Wizard and followed the instructions on the link2sd website. My device is 64bit.
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I can confirm that this works. I thought the phone wouldn't recognize more than 32GB on a FAT32 partition.
htc desire 510
rbheromax said:
Can you pm me? I need a tester with a large sdcard formatted similarly to yours. To test /data on sd-ext
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I have 128 GB CARD ONBOARD AND NO PROBLEMS saving things to card. Let me know if I couLd possibly be of assistance
64 bit.
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Ok now why are people saying I'd your bought the HTC desire 510 64 bit in United states it's 32 bit? I live in Oklahoma USA. @ and purchased my phone thru CRICKET and sure enough it's 410 processor chip and 64 bit. All this differences in opinion is concerning top say the least. Maybe I'm missing something...if so please message me
QUOTE=blaqueknight;59617763]Check out this great guide to get unlocked, recovery and rooted: http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-510/general/guide-how-to-unlock-install-recovery-t2988292
If you bought your phone in the United States use 32-bit, if you bought it in Europe/Australia use 64-bit
****Make a backup of everything on your sd card****
If you have an sd card no bigger than 32GB, flash the kernel found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/desire-510/development/kernel-rhinstone-a11-t3013989
Use Aparted to delete the card
Create one FAT32 partition (whatever size you want) and one ext4 partition (whatever size you want) or more partitions if you like at whatever size you want
Format all of your partitions
Use Link2SD to link your apps and free up space on internal storage
****Make a backup of everything on your sd card****
If you have a 64GB sd card, flash the kernel found here: http://androidforums.com/threads/virgin-sprint-kernel-desire-510-write-protection-removed.885145/
[The reasoning behind using this kernel is because 64GB sd cards use exFAT and this is one of the only kernels that supports it.]
Use Aparted to delete the card
Create one 32GB FAT32 partition and one 32GB ext4 partition (or more if you choose at whatever size you want)
[I am currently using one 32GB FAT32 partition and one 32GB ext4 partition and it is working great]
Format all of your partitions
Use Link2SD to link your apps and free up space on internal storage
If you have an sd card that is bigger than 64GB, hopefully someone with more knowledge can help you out with that
Good luck and enjoy your extra space[/QUOTE]
kicknfree said:
I have 128 GB CARD ONBOARD AND NO PROBLEMS saving things to card. Let me know if I couLd possibly be of assistance
64 bit.
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Ok now why are people saying I'd your bought the HTC desire 510 64 bit in United states it's 32 bit? I live in Oklahoma USA. @ and purchased my phone thru CRICKET and sure enough it's 410 processor chip and 64 bit. All this differences in opinion is concerning top say the least. Maybe I'm missing something...if so please message me
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This would be the quickest way to find out for sure. You're Cricket, so it's GSM, and from what I've heard the GSM is 64. But to make sure: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57991187&postcount=12
jpolster2005 said:
4GB is not enough. not nearly enough. you update all your apps and its all used up! I cant install all the essential google apps let alone the apps i use on a daily basis, all of which require more storage. I have an SD but it wont put all the essentials on it like Sheets, Docs, Wallet, etc. How can i get the phone to treat SD as internal storage?
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Could you pm me with your solution off you happen to find one?
sarahlovestim420 said:
Could you pm me with your solution off you happen to find one?
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A kernel for this is being developed.
What is the purpose of making two partitions? A FAT32 and an EXT4?
I take it the ext4 is for the apps, so why even have a fat32?
bobzillagod said:
What is the purpose of making two partitions? A FAT32 and an EXT4?
I take it the ext4 is for the apps, so why even have a fat32?
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Give us a few days. Rbheromax is working on it. I'm already running all internal from external. 12GB free space.
bobzillagod said:
What is the purpose of making two partitions? A FAT32 and an EXT4?
I take it the ext4 is for the apps, so why even have a fat32?
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You probably don't need the FAT32, but I like it to interact with Windows. I don't think Windows can read ext4. I don't know how else I would drag/drop music and other files to my phone without it.
blaqueknight said:
You probably don't need the FAT32, but I like it to interact with Windows. I don't think Windows can read ext4. I don't know how else I would drag/drop music and other files to my phone without it.
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Honestly, In my opinion you won't need the FAT32 partition. I'm running my whole sdcard (which is f2fs) as internal /data and everything still works with USB. Windows won't read f2fs/ext4 if you insert the sdcard directly into the computer.
dip_spit said:
Give us a few days. Rbheromax is working on it. I'm already running all internal from external. 12GB free space.
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I'm very interested in this topic, and can't wait for it to come out!
I can't get AParted to work properly. It keeps stopping in the middle of creating the 2 partitions on my 128GB SD Card. Little help?
Erick Silver said:
I can't get AParted to work properly. It keeps stopping in the middle of creating the 2 partitions on my 128GB SD Card. Little help?
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Hello,
Did you Unmount and Delete the card first or did you just try to Create a partition?