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Rooting the milestone.

Hi I am thinking of rooting my milestone but I am not sure about the risks of bricking the phone. How likely is it that it will get bricked or can I make a backup before I begin?
Many thanks, CFORDv
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Anyone?
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hi, i was just like you but if you follow the steps EXACTLY to the tutorial on here then you will be fine. one thing though, you dont need to update your bootloader 90.73 or 90.94 if you have those and when you flash vulnerable recovery, the tutorial doesn't tell you that when the phone restarts from flashing the first time, you must hold UP on the keypad (or X for bootloader version 90.78) as i had that problem. finally use G.O.T's open recovery as its much better than the original one (apps2sd is good as milestone has hardly any memory for games and stuff. if you need any help, then contact me on here. Happy flashing

Thanks I have pmed you but it's just if I root this phone and the phonw bricks then I'm screwed. I can't just go buy a new one. Is there a way I can totaly avoid any chances of bricking or just un-bricking the phone if necessery?
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right, i understand where you are coming from as i had to think for about 6 hours before i finally plucked up the courage to root mine as i bought one from ebay and messed that up but it was already messed up. if you havent done anything to your phone yet (virgin state) apart from doing Over-The_air updates then it will go fine considering you follow the instructions EXACTLY and everything will go fine like mine did. i will find the website that i used and give it to you as i know it works 100%. how long have you had your milestone?
p.s you dont really need a g1, they are good but milestone is much much better (asphalt gt 5 is amazing!!!!!)

noelyboy said:
right, i understand where you are coming from as i had to think for about 6 hours before i finally plucked up the courage to root mine as i bought one from ebay and messed that up but it was already messed up. if you havent done anything to your phone yet (virgin state) apart from doing Over-The_air updates then it will go fine considering you follow the instructions EXACTLY and everything will go fine like mine did. i will find the website that i used and give it to you as i know it works 100%. how long have you had your milestone?
p.s you dont really need a g1, they are good but milestone is much much better (asphalt gt 5 is amazing!!!!!)
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thanks i've had my milestone for 2 weeks now and the reason i want a g1 is to start developing on. as you can load just about anything on it and they are really cheap, i think it would be handy and fun to play with + great to load all my work on

If you use GOT's recovery to root the phone it's utterly painless, and you've got a nandroid backup built into it.

yeah but I've got to downgrade from 2.1 first and that's what I'm worried about
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Hi guys, newbie here..
Don't flame me first..i read alot in this milestone forum..
But I haven't chance upon if rooting the milestone asia edition will cause you to lose my data..will I have to reinstall all app or what ? Please enlighten..I'm ready to root when I got this point straighten out..i have install tons of app..after I root I think I shud be able to get app2sd n setcpu on my rooted milestone.am I right?
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[Q] rooting

Hello all,
I've been reading and downloading from xda for over a year now (sgs- darky's rom mainly), and this is my FIRST POST!
I know i can find my answer just by looking but i really wanted to post for the first time so here's my question- My tab is in the post (got it from ebay as i'm a pauper and can't afford it new, or the 8.9 or 10.1) and obviously want to root it straight away. I've seen that some are using z4 root but my sgs won't accept this method, can i be sure it'll work?
take care fellow "tabbers"
PS the doorbell just rang and it's here! *wets pants and logs off*

What firmware version is it on? Please post complete information from *#1234#
until we know that we cannot advice you.....

bongski55 said:
What firmware version is it on? Please post complete information from *#1234#
until we know that we cannot advice you.....
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it's 2.2 froyo build number FROYO.XWJJ7
baseband P1000XXJK5
KERNEL 2.6.32.9 [email protected] #1
PDA- P1000XWJJ7
PHONE- P1000XXJK5
CSC- P1000CPWJJ5
I need to get gingerbread (at least) on this thing straight away! Or any cool roms you can recommend?
How do i find out if it's GSM or CDMA? i'm in the UK... That is probably a really stupid question, but i'm a stupid guy... A stupid guy who loves android and wants to learn more!
Any links to the right places would be really appreciated

First you're not stupid. You're just new and learning.
Second your tab judging by its firmware is gsm european tab.
Third you can root using superoneclick root.
Fourth. Head to the development section and you will find alot of great roms (or click on my sig if you're interested in overcome). JUST BE SURE TO READ ENTIRE GUIDES AND STUDY THEM BEFORE FLASHING ANYTHING.

DarkPal said:
JUST BE SURE TO READ ENTIRE GUIDES AND STUDY THEM BEFORE FLASHING ANYTHING.
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+100000000000000 (I'd keep my finger depressed on the 0 key longer, but you get the point)
So many people get themselves into trouble by not reading instructions or skipping ahead.
Easy to get yourself into trouble, can be VERY hard getting out...

Thank you for all the help, most kind I'm at work now so will try some bits tomorrow, managed to get rooted before leaving tho
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Your tab is rooted already. Look at the kernal version. In your apps you will see something called Superuser. Tap it. If its there and opens you are rooted.

rangercaptain said:
Your tab is rooted already. Look at the kernal version. In your apps you will see something called Superuser. Tap it. If its there and opens you are rooted.
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That's what really confused me, the kernel said root on it, but no super user was there and none of my purchased root apps could aquire root.... so I used super one click as advised and hey presto! Still confused as to why it said that on my kernel tho...
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Someone tried to return the tab to stock. The busybox was probably there too. Anyway, you are good now. What's next?

Resolve the signed bootloader with chainfire patch
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Thanks all, I installed the overcome gold rom last night and all is well
Just out of interest as i'm un-learned, how can you tell if the bootloader is signed? (As far as I can tell) it hasn't affected the rom installation... could it?
Thanks all for the support!
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locked bootloader? read here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=888071

UPGRADE X8 to 2.2 or Higher

Hi Guys,
this is my first day in and first thread.
i have been crying about flash player and about android wont upgrade higher than 2.1 on my X8, but ive seen that this is possible.
please advise the simplest way to be able to upgrade higher than 2.1 and use flash player on my x8 , and please advise if this present any risk to the phone, data loss, or network.
ps:
My x8 is istill virgin,
i bought it from UK ( supposqed to be locked to Orange) but i am using it in Algeria using Mobilis without any extra tweaks.

SALAH7 said:
Hi Guys,
this is my first day in and first thread.
i have been crying about flash player and about android wont upgrade higher than 2.1 on my X8, but ive seen that this is possible.
please advise the simplest way to be able to upgrade higher than 2.1 and use flash player on my x8 , and please advise if this present any risk to the phone, data loss, or network.
ps:
My x8 is istill virgin,
i bought it from UK ( supposqed to be locked to Orange) but i am using it in Algeria using Mobilis without any extra tweaks.
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refer to this thread by Draken Korin.
(http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=921637)
btw, next time use the SEARCH first before opening a new thread.

why dont you check out the ROM threads? it would help. also the search button
Please check this (click here)

SALAH7 said:
Hi Guys,
this is my first day in and first thread.
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And you managed to post your first thread in the most inapproriate section you could possibly find ... this section is about ACCESSORIES while your (badly formatted and colored) post should be in the Q&A section.

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rshaz said:
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where's the message? The only message their is sent from my-blahdy blah blah XD
lol, never mind, just me being stupid

SALAH7 said:
Hi Guys,
this is my first day in and first thread.
i have been crying about flash player and about android wont upgrade higher than 2.1 on my X8, but ive seen that this is possible.
please advise the simplest way to be able to upgrade higher than 2.1 and use flash player on my x8 , and please advise if this present any risk to the phone, data loss, or network.
ps:
My x8 is istill virgin,
i bought it from UK ( supposqed to be locked to Orange) but i am using it in Algeria using Mobilis without any extra tweaks.
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OK, good to know its your 1st post, BUT
you managed to post it with the worst font i have ever seen, and its seems you r eye's failed to spot HERE. Upgrading isn't an accessory. This isa question for here
hope you now understand what you did wrong in posting this (in this section)
and good luck

There are a lot of tutorial here, just take a look in Android Development and enjoy yourself.

I wish you had used a better font color.
Anyways , take a look at this for all noob questions about rooting/custom ROMS etc etc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1046605

are you okay?

[Q] Problem

hey guys i just got my samsung ace......and ive got a problem...it always restarts on its own...i dont know if it has battery problem or what but....i think its when i tried to openline it to other networks...i search how to openline it and got the instructions to root then install that "Busybox" and "Galaxy Ace Unlock" apps when i tried to open and load that busybox it always restarts on its own but when i open it the 3rd time it restarts i opened galaxy ace unlock and got 5 number codes which is all the same...but luckily it works my ace now is openline dont know if it has something to do with my phone always restarts...thx guys hope ul help me out
God Speed!

YanzGalaxyY said:
hey guys i just got my samsung ace......and ive got a problem...it always restarts on its own...i dont know if it has battery problem or what but....i think its when i tried to openline it to other networks...i search how to openline it and got the instructions to root then install that "Busybox" and "Galaxy Ace Unlock" apps when i tried to open and load that busybox it always restarts on its own but when i open it the 3rd time it restarts i opened galaxy ace unlock and got 5 number codes which is all the same...but luckily it works my ace now is openline dont know if it has something to do with my phone always restarts...thx guys hope ul help me out
God Speed!
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i think its because of the way you rooted it, try using a flashable zip, i think by nims11, worked perfectly for me, no restarts and stuff

could you give me a link to it sir..pls
and do i also have to unroot my samsung ace again? or just flash the new file?

so as far as ive browse the forum most of the posts said that your root file and CWM needs to be preferred by your android version or kernel version?....does it?
so here are some of my ace's info
model number: GT-S5830
android version: 2.3.6 (is this stock one?) \
Kernel Version: [email protected]#1 (not the stock one right? since i rooted my fone?)
Build number: GINGERBREAD.DXKT5
pls do give me the link to the right root file and CWM for my ace also do i have to unroot my phone since i rooted it already?
and also what ROM should i install? one with no lags and problems

YanzGalaxyY said:
so as far as ive browse the forum most of the posts said that your root file and CWM needs to be preferred by your android version or kernel version?....does it?
so here are some of my ace's info
model number: GT-S5830
android version: 2.3.6 (is this stock one?) \
Kernel Version: [email protected]#1 (not the stock one right? since i rooted my fone?)
Build number: GINGERBREAD.DXKT5
pls do give me the link to the right root file and CWM for my ace also do i have to unroot my phone since i rooted it already?
and also what ROM should i install? one with no lags and problems
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I'll provide you a link wait a moment and NEVER MORE ASK FOR ROM WITHOUT LAG AND TROUBLES IT IS NOT ALLOW!!!
Root+CWM
Next time try to search before ask... and the last advice BE CAREFUL USING GALAXYAceUNLOCK it can ruin your IMEI partition

Search Galaxy Ace General Forum ir Android Development Forum u will get the post with all instructions,
Or
Visit my blog www.andro-sapien.blogspot.in
Hit Thanx if i helped
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Dont worry there are many ROMs which are stable. But try avoiding this question coz actually there are many ROMs and it's against the rules to ask such questions.
To find ROMs go to GALAXY ACE ANDROID DEVELOPMENT SECTION, there r many ROMs there, read the comments to know which one will suit you and download. Simple.
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omega_warrior said:
Search Galaxy Ace General Forum ir Android Development Forum u will get the post with all instructions,
Or
Visit my blog www.andro-sapien.blogspot.in
Hit Thanx if i helped
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Dont worry there are many ROMs which are stable. But try avoiding this question coz actually there are many ROMs and it's against the rules to ask such questions.
To find ROMs go to GALAXY ACE ANDROID DEVELOPMENT SECTION, there r many ROMs there, read the comments to know which one will suit you and download. Simple.
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You know external blogs links aren't allow in XDA FORUMS?
...and yes you can unroot your device (I forgot to tell you it )

Viper The Ripper said:
You know external blogs links aren't allow in XDA FORUMS?
...and yes you can unroot your device (I forgot to tell you it )
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OOPS!!!!
Seriously v not allowed to post external blogs! Coz i have seen many devs refer to their blogs for downloads and introduction to their ROMS.

omega_warrior said:
OOPS!!!!
Seriously v not allowed to post external blogs! Coz i have seen many devs refer to their blogs for downloads and introduction to their ROMS.
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I think devs are only allow to post external github and dev sites not warez... I've seen several times a moderator closing a thread for posting an external site :s I'll consult it!

Viper The Ripper said:
I think devs are only allow to post external github and dev sites not warez... I've seen several times a moderator closing a thread for posting an external site :s I'll consult it!
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I just read this now,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=726334
and dint find any such rule. Also the thread above says "Off-site downloads are permitted if the site is non-commercial and does not require registration."
My blog is relatively very small and does'nt require readers to register nor contains any ads.
So i guess I am allowed to do so.
If you find anything contradicting do let me know.

omega_warrior said:
I just read this now,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=726334
and dint find any such rule. Also the thread above says "Off-site downloads are permitted if the site is non-commercial and does not require registration."
My blog is relatively very small and does'nt require readers to register nor contains any ads.
So i guess I am allowed to do so.
If you find anything contradicting do let me know.
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Right! my apologies, I'm mad xDDD

Viper The Ripper said:
Right! my apologies, I'm mad xDDD
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Not an issue mate

YanzGalaxyY said:
so as far as ive browse the forum most of the posts said that your root file and CWM needs to be preferred by your android version or kernel version?....does it?
so here are some of my ace's info
model number: GT-S5830
android version: 2.3.6 (is this stock one?) \
Kernel Version: [email protected]#1 (not the stock one right? since i rooted my fone?)
Build number: GINGERBREAD.DXKT5
pls do give me the link to the right root file and CWM for my ace also do i have to unroot my phone since i rooted it already?
and also what ROM should i install? one with no lags and problems
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i am unable to find link for the page, but do u want me to upload the root and unroot flashable zip??, i take no credit for this, it has worked everysingle time

that would be a great help hartik :good:
and easy there guys hehehe ok im sorry bout that :laugh: i already know such thing wasnt allowed hahaha couple of my threads were close because of that rule...i didnt even ask directly i was just asking which were of the ROM they prefer haha i know its the same right so im sorry guys and thx for the info so far..you were so helpful guys i really appreciate it :highfive:
last clarification pls do answer guys i know most of you would probably say that search for it but i want answers that are base on experience
do i have to unroot my phone to root it again with the correct root file? (since i already rooted it and always get restarts)

omega_warrior said:
Search Galaxy Ace General Forum ir Android Development Forum u will get the post with all instructions,
Or
Visit my blog www.andro-sapien.blogspot.in
Hit Thanx if i helped
Sent from my GT-S5830 using xda app-developers app
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Dont worry there are many ROMs which are stable. But try avoiding this question coz actually there are many ROMs and it's against the rules to ask such questions.
To find ROMs go to GALAXY ACE ANDROID DEVELOPMENT SECTION, there r many ROMs there, read the comments to know which one will suit you and download. Simple.
Sent from my GT-S5830 using xda app-developers app
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dude your blog is very suitable and helpful for me and maybe all samsung ace users :highfive:

i forgot to mention this...i really have a hard time on copying files from pc to my phone....it wont detect properly..when i press connect to pc it seems like it presses disconnect on its own
btw i cant install kies cause im on a internet shop

YanzGalaxyY said:
i forgot to mention this...i really have a hard time on copying files from pc to my phone....it wont detect properly..when i press connect to pc it seems like it presses disconnect on its own
btw i cant install kies cause im on a internet shop
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If you get bootloop do 3 wipes via cwm recovery
if you can transfer files wihtout a cable look at my signature
if you want to unroot your device flash this UNROOT even you can flash a fresh stock rom via Odin and you'll lost root and cwm

YanzGalaxyY said:
that would be a great help hartik :good:
and easy there guys hehehe ok im sorry bout that :laugh: i already know such thing wasnt allowed hahaha couple of my threads were close because of that rule...i didnt even ask directly i was just asking which were of the ROM they prefer haha i know its the same right so im sorry guys and thx for the info so far..you were so helpful guys i really appreciate it :highfive:
last clarification pls do answer guys i know most of you would probably say that search for it but i want answers that are base on experience
do i have to unroot my phone to root it again with the correct root file? (since i already rooted it and always get restarts)
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i recommend you flash stock rom onto your device through odin first, as it will get rid of any root and stuff like that, and then flash these flashable zips, i have never tried unroot, i always reflash my rom if i need to do something
(i repeat for anyone trying to be a smartass and say it against forum rules and stuff, I DID NOT MAKE THESE FILES, I FOUND THEM ON A FORUM, WHICH I AM UNABLE TO FIND RIGHT NOW)

YanzGalaxyY said:
that would be a great help hartik :good:
and easy there guys hehehe ok im sorry bout that :laugh: i already know such thing wasnt allowed hahaha couple of my threads were close because of that rule...i didnt even ask directly i was just asking which were of the ROM they prefer haha i know its the same right so im sorry guys and thx for the info so far..you were so helpful guys i really appreciate it :highfive:
last clarification pls do answer guys i know most of you would probably say that search for it but i want answers that are base on experience
do i have to unroot my phone to root it again with the correct root file? (since i already rooted it and always get restarts)
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I would prefer to unroot the phone before installing the correct ROOT File.

thx guys!
sir viper indeed it was a great app ..btw what should i wipe? (sorry newbie)
sir omega thx for answering my questions
sir hartik thx man for the links and files
and now im thinking that i would do this step to fix all my problems
1st Factory data reset
2nd Unroot
3rd root
4th CWM
pls do correct me if its wrong guys
btw i have a partition with my sd card because im using link2sd app...i was wondering if i do those steps above would the partition will be gone? if it will pls insert what will i do to have a partition again bet. the steps..thx in advance guys!

rooting uvma1 build

hi everyone sorry for the dumb question ived looked everywhere with no difinative answer. I am new to rooting obviously but have been following u guys since hd2 days!!! Never pulled the trigger on flashing but im tired of the wait for an official jb rom by tmo which dont know if it will ever happen. Anyway i have seen all the threads on rooting the tmo note but not sure if the files to root can be done with this build uvma1. All of them are about the previous version uvgl3 or something like that which is the previous one before the update back december- january. Also would u choose cwrm or twrp cor recovery and do i need the latest version of odin or will the 1.4 be ok. Sorry for sounding lost and dumb but have only glanced through most of the process. Worst case scenerio is getting me a new note2!!

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2165841
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Here is you might can get the answer that you were asking about it..
Good lucks..thanks

kim621973 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2165841
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Here is you might can get the answer that you were asking about it..
Good lucks..thanks
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Thank you for the link and have read it but someone talks about downloading cwm and superuser and then downloading a uvma1.tar file which there isnt a link to it and the last post explains a diferrent procedure which to me sounds knid of complicated and dont know if i can pull that off as i am not very bright to such thin as u can tell lol. The original way sounded much easier but i guess the uvlg3 file wont work on this build from what i can tell. If that makes sense now im just hesitant to try any of it as i really cant afford to get me a new phone incase something goes wrong. Sorry for sounding dumb but i wish it could be much easier.

You can go to my thread and install my pre rooted version. You can use backup then restore to keep your data.
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As I have mentioned in the "Goodies" forum the only way I could root the build (uvma1) is by downloading the two apps from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2217840 from method 3 section and flash it using TWRP 2.3. Superuser-3.0.7-efghi-signed.zip did not work, would not even flash.