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Hi all,
Rooted my Nexus One last night and have been spending hours adding all the cool stuff. I'm a noob at all this so it took lots of reading and many hours to understanding rooting, flashing, adb'ing, etc. etc.
My problem is that I cannot get wifi-tethering to co-exist with overclocking.
WIFI-TETHERING
First, I installed wifi-tethering from here:
code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/
Updated my kernel first using the instructions here (following "user build" option):
code.google.com/p/android-wifi-tether/wiki/NexusOneKernelUpdate
It worked, and life was good.
OVERCLOCKING
Then I tried to overclock. I saw that most instructions wee based on Cyanogen's ROM, but I noticed that I can do it w/o Cyanogen with some extra work, by basically pushing a bcm4329 file to system/lib/modules:
forums.tmonews.com/index.php?topic=12923.0
I realized that I had already done that when doing my kernel update from wifi-tethering above, so I didn't do that again.
So I just: fastboot flash zimage zImagekmobs
My overclock worked (saw with SetCPU). Life was great!
WIFI-TETHERING PROBLEM
However, then I noticed my wifi-tethering no longer worked. I recovered back to pre-overclocking and my wifi-tether now works again.
Actually, I've encountered a similar problem before, except reversed:
Yesterday, I had actually installed Cyanogen, and overclocked first (got it working). However, I could not get wifi-tethering working. I described my experience here:
nexusoneforum.net/forum/nexus-one-development-hacking/5620-can-someone-help-me-installing-wireless-tether-root.html#post50886
(basically the same problem, except I couldn't update my kernel like I did today, and wifi-tether gave me a similar message.)
(After that, I went back to stock recovery image rom thinking that Cyanogen and wifi-tether did not go well together, and started over again, as described above.)
What do you think is the problem? It looks like the zImagekmobs file I'm using (a 2Mb file, and actually not even sure where I got it from anymore cos I can't find it anywhere now) seems to be incompatible with the kernel update I had done?
I also notice this guide:
nexusonehacks.net/nexus-one-hacks/how-to-overclock-your-nexus-one/
(seems to use a different file: zImage-cm_2633.1-oc-uv )
Should I follow this guide instead?
Any of you using the stock rom w/o Cyanogen and managed to get both wifi-tethering and overclock working? If so, how did you do it?
Would be grateful for any help! Sorry if any of my questions are noob questions but I really am very new to all this!
Thanks lots!
1) The kernel and wifi module go hand-in-hand, when you update one you need to push the compatible wifi module (driver) too. Otherwise wifi wont work.
2) Make sure the OC kernel you're using has support for tethering. It may have been left out when it was built.
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Hello,
Sorry to sound like a complete noob in advance!
I have a new Samsung Captivate I896 on Rogers in Canada. I have ryans OCLF lagfix installed atm but i'm really interested in flashing this rom (will be my first one) and am wondering if it will work on this phone.
Also, is it just a backround fix? Will I still be able to use launcher pro, and will my phone still look the same with Froyo 2.2?
thanks in advance!
backdownup said:
but i'm really interested in flashing this rom (will be my first one)
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Speedmod is not a ROM, but a kernel.
As to your other questions, you have a LOT of reading left to do.
Sent from my Captivate.
MikeyMike01 said:
Speedmod is not a ROM, but a kernel.
As to your other questions, you have a LOT of reading left to do.
Sent from my Captivate.
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Agreed. Just to be save do alot of reading before attempting anything really lol. There are stickies in the Development section start there.
Ok so I did a little more reading. I896 and I897 are essentially the same. I'm not flashing a rom, just a kernel, so there should be no issue with the 3G problem mentioned in the wiki.
It won't change my rom or anything about the device other then how the filesystem works.
Thanks!
backdownup said:
Hello,
Sorry to sound like a complete noob in advance!
I have a new Samsung Captivate I896 on Rogers in Canada. I have ryans OCLF lagfix installed atm but i'm really interested in flashing this rom (will be my first one) and am wondering if it will work on this phone.
Also, is it just a backround fix? Will I still be able to use launcher pro, and will my phone still look the same with Froyo 2.2?
thanks in advance!
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Hi, I'm pretty new here too, and I have to tell you that know one will give you a straight answer. There's a lot of' tribal knowledge', and it seems that people would rather teach you how to unbrick your phone than to flash it without issue.
First of all, hook up to Samsung Kies and update your phone to Froyo. If you are on Rogers it's an official update, don't worry about flashing any other roms yet.
Next, Use the option in the OLCF to unlagfix.
Next, you will need to root your phone. OCLF is practically obsolete, as the developer does not update anymore. Your best bet is Superoneclick. Read all instructions first. It is very easy and effective.
After you have the phone rooted, you can now install Titanium Backup. This will save all of your apps, contact info, settings, virtually everything on the phone, it will save them to a folder on your external SD. drop and drag this folder to your desktop in case anything goes wrong. I never had a problem.
You should backup your kernel. I used Neldar's SGS Kernel Flasher. It will save your kernel as an 'update.zip' in your root folder. Drag this to your desktop and put it into a folder called 'i897 orig kernel' or what have you, in case something goes wrong. I never had a problem.
Now you can flash SpeedMod. The developer's website, which is linked to in the thread's first post, will walk you though it. You will first need to install ODIN. The SpeedMod developer has a step-by-step on how to flash SpeedMod using ODIN on the developer's page. Make sure you choose a Speedmod Kernel that is intended for the Captivate, not the I9000, and that you chose the one for ODIN, not the ClockWorkMod version. Follow the steps in the Developer's page.
When you have done that, reboot into recovery mode and you should see Green Text. From here you can enable the lagfix and other tweaks. use the volume keys to select the option you want and the power button to select. under the options, it will show you which tweaks you have enabled or disabled.
Remember to select the most stable SpeedMod release, the one that is posted in the Forum (K12U-T4) is a TEST VERSION, hence the 'T'. The latest stable version as of this writing was K12T, as posted in the developer's page. I have had great results with this one.
You may find that you don't need to flash a custom ROM, I have found this setup very satisfying.
Good Luck!
Wow,
Thank you so much clemmie! That's was succinct and very helpful, especially the part about the proper way to back up my stuff.
I uninstalled OCLF just now, and it seems my phone runs at the same speed (aka fast) as it did with the lag fix installed!
Going to flash this kernel tonight or tomorrow, I'll let you know how it goes.
Thanks again!
Good to hear. There would be a lot less smoke and mirrors if people would just be straightforward and post step by step instructions with links, to give people what they want. I hope what worked for me will work for you, and I encourage you to share what you learn as well.
Kernel flash done! Screen is initially very different looking thanks to the amoled mod. Success! Backed up, thanks for all the help.
hey clemmie,
i heard that there's some issues with voice quality due to the Speedmod kernel being initially i9000-based and that it's recommended to flash a i9000-based modem. Are you having any issues with using a stock i896 modem or do you recommend something else?
Yeah, that is true, but I haven't had any problems with the stock modem. The phone works as well in-call as any other I've owned. I wonder if there is a difference between the AT&T build vs. the Rogers build. It seems that it's the AT&T folks that have issues.
Hi,
I've been wanting to do this but I'm a bit wary if this will put the ATT splash screen on boot as well. Also, I like how my phone looks like now with ADW launcher and beautiful widgets installed, I'm just wondering if installing this mod would change my appearance settings too.
olwe said:
Hi,
I've been wanting to do this but I'm a bit wary if this will put the ATT splash screen on boot as well. Also, I like how my phone looks like now with ADW launcher and beautiful widgets installed, I'm just wondering if installing this mod would change my appearance settings too.
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Are you on Rogers? Earlier versions of the SpeedMod kernel had the AT&T splash screen, but newer versions have a simple black screen similar to the stock Samsung boot logo.
Installing the SpeedMod kernel will not change the configuration, apps, or settings of your apps. There are some settings that you can tweak in recovery mode but they are mostly file system tweaks. You will however notice that screen resolution is sharper. Your phone will run smoother and more efficiently with better battery life. You can still flash any custom or stock ROM with SpeedMod or without SpeedMod.
Yes I am on Rogers. However, I can't seem to find the stable version K12T that you mentioned on your instructions from the developer's page.
If you click on the hotlinked 'SpeedMod' in my 'tutorial' post, it will take you to the XDA page dedicated to the SpeedMod revisions. Right now there is a 13A Test version posted, but the latest stable version is now K12U. If you click where it says 'more info and downloads', it will take you to the developer's(Hardcore) blog, 'Tourist In Paradise'. The revisions are listed there. I would bookmark this page and check back frequently, as Hardcore is constantly updating. However, I'll link you to the latest stable release for ODIN, K12U:
https://docs.google.com/uc?id=0B-3n...WJmNTUtZDVmNThmMmNhZTRm&export=download&hl=en
Thanks for that! I just did this and although it didn't show the ATT boot screen, it shows the Galaxy S I 897 screen after the I 896 though. Thanks again!
Glad to hear you had success. Not so hard after all, eh?
After using this for a day or two:
I can't believe how fast my phone is. I thought it was fast before with (and then without) the oclf. I can barely keep up!
Battery life seems improved.
Screen is perfect. The lowest brightness setting is much better and more comfortable for low light usage.
I lost 1000 points off quadrant, but quadrant doesn't matter.
The only real downside is call quality took a hit. It's a bit static-y and echo-y.
I'll look into this though and see if I can find a solution, but if you have any tips let me know.
Looks like you are a candidate for a modem flash. Let me know if you find something that works, there is a lot of info on swapping modems for SpeedMod. Maybe I'll try one too!
Hey clemmie (or anyone), if I want to install voodoo lagfix - how abouts would I do that if the SpeedMod kernel already comes with / is based on sztupy's Universal Lagfix (enhanced) and if voodoo is a kernel itself (unless I'm wrong about this)?
If you flash the SpeedMod kernel, voodoo lagfix comes integrated with the kernel. It's a master of enabling it from the recovery menu.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I896 using XDA App
Hi guys,
I have previously installed CM7 on this link:
(I wıll just give the file names, I cannot give the link. Damn spam check!)
update-cm-7-06032011-NIGHTLY-GalaxyS-signed.zip
Plus I have ınstalled glitch's kernel V10.
They work fine now. But I want to update to latest nightly of CM7 (Currently #34) that I downloaded from here:
download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=galaxysmtd
When I update I have boot loop.
Any ideas?
Okay, at first you have to run the kernel-cleaning-script which is available in the Glitch-Thread. After this you can run the voltage scheduler if you undervolted before (you don't have to run it but I do it and I have less problems).
If the bootloop isn't gone make a factory reset (other things didn't help on my SGS) or just reboot a second time.
Thanks for the reply.
I have tried the factory reset etc. stuff but it didn't worked. I heard a lot of people having problems even updating the next nightly build. Now I just decided to stick to my current working state until a stable CM7 released
I am very much new on Rooting the NC. I finally updated to the 1.3 and then used the manual nooter to root it again. However, after doing quite a bit of research, I have been seeing people posting about flashing the
" Dalingrin Kernels" ??
What are these?? and if it would help my NC to be a little more stable, or faster, could I use these?? and if so, how would I do this??
Thanks!!
They are customized kernels that allow for overclocking, and some other "unlocked" features. They are actually included in the CM7 nightlies now, so you don't have to flash them separately. You can go into the Cyanogenmod Settings to change the CPU clock in the Performance section to overclock. Other stuff that's working include bluetooth and usb host mode.
I would highly recommend just using one of the latest nightly CM7 releases. If you want to stick with rooted stock, then you should still be able to flash the kernel, I believe.
Add on to what pony said,
+ it created by Dalingrin, that's why it gets the name.
+ Dalingrin recently release new set of kernels in September, but I have no clue what news, enhancements or any advanced features added. I hope he will post the log some days.
Rhonda19 said:
I am very much new on Rooting the NC. I finally updated to the 1.3 and then used the manual nooter to root it again. However, after doing quite a bit of research, I have been seeing people posting about flashing the
" Dalingrin Kernels" ??
What are these?? and if it would help my NC to be a little more stable, or faster, could I use these?? and if so, how would I do this??
Thanks!!
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Find the Dalingrin post in the Development section that contains the link to kernals. Use the 090111 kernal (there are two so pick the one that is to be flashed from the SD card). You can use the same CWM SD card that was used to install Manualnooter. Put the zip on the card, the card in the Nook, boot to CWM and flash. Following a reboot, you will be in business.
I did this when I installed Manualnooter 4.6.16 but you should be able to do it at any time. I coud not tell you if it makes any difference as I did not run rooted 1.3 without it.
Hey guys. I just rooted, flashed a new ROM ( newest CM7) onto my p970 last night, so yeah, I'm a total newb and so much confused about these things. Apparently I saw a thread about kernels and that they kinda improve performances and stuff, so I tried installing them. And now my phone is in boot loop state and I can't boot CWM to reflash the original kernel. I used Huexxx's kernel from this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1332311
So I'd be really grateful if someone could link a thread on how to fix this, or a step by step guide. And I'm totally new to this forum so I'd like to apologize beforehand if I break any forum rules and the likes. Thx.
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* nvm, I somehow was able to boot into CWM from the boot screen and then I just reflashed the current ROM. Thx btw
What has happened to you device? Bootloop? DO this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1275315 AND READ my NOOBGUIDE!
You have to flash a new software, root it, install CWM and then reflash CM7 WITHOUT KERNEL! There is none working at this time. Although Nova 12 is planed for it
-edit- woops read your edit too late...
Thx bro
N00BY0815 said:
What has happened to you device? Bootloop? DO this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1275315 AND READ my NOOBGUIDE!
You have to flash a new software, root it, install CWM and then reflash CM7 WITHOUT KERNEL! There is none working at this time. Although Nova 12 is planed for it
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| Thx for the reply, really appreciate it. Man there are a lot o' things I need to learn
| btw, if you don't mind answering, it seems that the phone gets real laggy after a an hour or so of turning it on. I've checked the apps and made sure that none are eating up the phone's memory. Is it just me or does it has something to do with CM7?
Hope you dont use any memory cleaner or other "tuning" software, since this mostly only messes the phones up... Mine runs fine, so I guess it is a problem on your side. I always recommend fix permission from within RomManager, cause it often solves/solved problems. I also always move all apps to SD card, inside of App Manager (the stock one, not anyone from market) cause it saves space and resources for the phone.
Did you mess around with cyanogen settings? Which governor do you use? Maybe use SetCPU or NoFrills or similar? If so, uninstall it.
Simply list all your apps, if none of the given tips helped And do a reboot all couple days, since it seems to be good for the phone
I have a rooted Droid 4 running 4.1.2. I have only flashed a ROM onto a phone once before, on an LG Ally a few years ago. So I'm proceeding cautiously. I've tried to do some research and just confused myself further. I'm just going to post my questions here and hopefully you guys can help. I appreciate it in advance.
1. I don't have custom recovery on the phone yet. It's just rooted at this point. What recovery would you guys recommend? I've seen some references to GooManager -- would that app automate the custom recovery installation for me, or do I need to download Safestrap or something like that to the computer and install from there?
2. Do I have to root again after that?
3. What is the highest current stable version of Cyanogenmod that will run on this phone?
Cannonball3804 said:
I have a rooted Droid 4 running 4.1.2. I have only flashed a ROM onto a phone once before, on an LG Ally a few years ago. So I'm proceeding cautiously. I've tried to do some research and just confused myself further. I'm just going to post my questions here and hopefully you guys can help. I appreciate it in advance.
1. I don't have custom recovery on the phone yet. It's just rooted at this point. What recovery would you guys recommend? I've seen some references to GooManager -- would that app automate the custom recovery installation for me, or do I need to download Safestrap or something like that to the computer and install from there?
2. Do I have to root again after that?
3. What is the highest current stable version of Cyanogenmod that will run on this phone?
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1. I don't know anything about GooManager or if it is compatible with the D4 but safestrap is a really great piece of software that is easy to use. I highly recommend it. Just download and install the app on your phone. Then open the app and install recovery. From there, when you reboot, you will be given the option to boot into safestrap recovery where you can install your ROMs.
2. You will not need to re-root your phone.
3. I am running CM10.2 (Android 4.3) nightlies and have found them to be very stable. I've also heard the latest stable version of CM10.1 (Android 4.2.2) is very good as well.
Now I have a Wi-Fi problem
kwyrt said:
1. I don't know anything about GooManager or if it is compatible with the D4 but safestrap is a really great piece of software that is easy to use. I highly recommend it. Just download and install the app on your phone. Then open the app and install recovery. From there, when you reboot, you will be given the option to boot into safestrap recovery where you can install your ROMs.
2. You will not need to re-root your phone.
3. I am running CM10.2 (Android 4.3) nightlies and have found them to be very stable. I've also heard the latest stable version of CM10.1 (Android 4.2.2) is very good as well.
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Thank you. I got CM10.2 nightly for 9/28 installed and working. There is only one problem I found so far -- I can't get wi-fi to connect at home. It says it's authenticating, then it saves, then it says there is an authentication problem. I have no problems when I run stock, but it will not work with CM 10.2
I researched online and found lots of people having problems. Some people re-flashed the ROM and it fixed it, others tried this, that or the other and weren't even sure what fixed the problem. Some never fixed it at all.
I did the Wipe/Factory Reset. I re-flashed the ROM. I went back and flashed the 9/27 nightly since 9/28 didn't work. I rebooted my router. I did a Forget on the network and re-added it. My password is correct. I'm at a loss. Not having WiFi with this ROM is like having a great new car that does everything you want except it doesn't do left turns.
Cannonball3804 said:
Thank you. I got CM10.2 nightly for 9/28 installed and working. There is only one problem I found so far -- I can't get wi-fi to connect at home. It says it's authenticating, then it saves, then it says there is an authentication problem. I have no problems when I run stock, but it will not work with CM 10.2
I researched online and found lots of people having problems. Some people re-flashed the ROM and it fixed it, others tried this, that or the other and weren't even sure what fixed the problem. Some never fixed it at all.
I did the Wipe/Factory Reset. I re-flashed the ROM. I went back and flashed the 9/27 nightly since 9/28 didn't work. I rebooted my router. I did a Forget on the network and re-added it. My password is correct. I'm at a loss. Not having WiFi with this ROM is like having a great new car that does everything you want except it doesn't do left turns.
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Sounds like you have tried most of the things I would have tried to fix it. One other thing you can try: open the Terminal app. Type "SU" and press enter. Then type "wificall.sh" and press enter. That will recalibrate the wifi on the phone. One other thing that comes to mind is I remember some people mentioning when they flashed a new ROM the D4s MAC address got changed which screwed with the wifi connection to their router. I can't remember what the fix was for it, but might be something to google if wifical does not fix it.
kwyrt said:
Sounds like you have tried most of the things I would have tried to fix it. One other thing you can try: open the Terminal app. Type "SU" and press enter. Then type "wificall.sh" and press enter. That will recalibrate the wifi on the phone. One other thing that comes to mind is I remember some people mentioning when they flashed a new ROM the D4s MAC address got changed which screwed with the wifi connection to their router. I can't remember what the fix was for it, but might be something to google if wifical does not fix it.
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Thanks for the wifical tip. Wi-Fi is now working at my office. When I get home, I'll see if it did the trick there.
Cannonball3804 said:
Thank you. I got CM10.2 nightly for 9/28 installed and working. There is only one problem I found so far -- I can't get wi-fi to connect at home. It says it's authenticating, then it saves, then it says there is an authentication problem. I have no problems when I run stock, but it will not work with CM 10.2
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Wifi has been hit and miss lately. I had to go back to 9/26 nightly. Didn't have working wifi until 10/2 nightly.
Some of the guys in the development thread found some clues as to why. The must be working on the wifi drivers in the nightlies right now.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2102723&page=83
I just flashed the latest CM (this is my first phone mod) and I working on getting gapps to instal. I have the latest downloaded and am looking for guidance as to how to install the package. This thread looks like a proper place to address that step as it appears to be exactly what you do after you get CM running.
Thanks!
Huli13 said:
I just flashed the latest CM (this is my first phone mod) and I working on getting gapps to instal. I have the latest downloaded and am looking for guidance as to how to install the package. This thread looks like a proper place to address that step as it appears to be exactly what you do after you get CM running.
Thanks!
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Find the gapps for your version of cm and flash like you did the ROM. Usually you would flash the gapps when you do the ROM.
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Cannonball3804 said:
I have a rooted Droid 4 running 4.1.2. I have only flashed a ROM onto a phone once before, on an LG Ally a few years ago. So I'm proceeding cautiously. I've tried to do some research and just confused myself further. I'm just going to post my questions here and hopefully you guys can help. I appreciate it in advance.
1. I don't have custom recovery on the phone yet. It's just rooted at this point. What recovery would you guys recommend? I've seen some references to GooManager -- would that app automate the custom recovery installation for me, or do I need to download Safestrap or something like that to the computer and install from there?
2. Do I have to root again after that?
3. What is the highest current stable version of Cyanogenmod that will run on this phone?
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1. I prefer safestrap, you can install up to 4 more ROMs in addition to stock ROM. And it's the safest method to try those ROMs
2. That depends on the ROM you are going to install. Most custom ROMs have been rooted already.
3. CM11 that is Android 4.4 KitKat, sweet eh? (correction : CM11 is not stable development yet, but it is latest and nicely working)