New to the site, so sorry in advance if this has been covered. Just wondering if anyone has rooted their Note using a Mac? I have not been able to find any info. regarding this matter. Any info. or tutorials would be greatly appreciated.
So far no rooting method available for mac OS.
Updated here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1329360
read at end of post #1
THX
Just set up a virtual machine of Windows. For example you can use VMWare oder Parellels or the free one, VirtualBox!
Then you can root you note on you Mac, but just in the virtual machine.
I always used this method, and it works well...
dr.ketan said:
Updated here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1329360
read at end of post #1
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I could not get the link to download. Im a good when it comes to this so please excuse me.
You need to click on 'This'
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Root Note using Mac & Linux
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Download This
- Extract on PC
- Confirm you have installed driver on PC (Kies will do it)
- Enable unknown sources in setting - application on device.
- Enable USB debugging in setting - application - development on device
- For Mac, double-click and run runmemac.sh. Or you might have to run it in terminal like this:
sh runmemac.sh
-For Linux, double-click and run runmelinux.sh. Or you might have to run it in terminal like this:
sh runmelinux.sh
Connect device N run script
Device should rebooted N you can confirm it by working superuser application on device.
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Anyway if you could,t manage
here is link
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=983881&stc=1&d=1333608838
tells me invalid link
rootgalaxynote
read this
post
of botom
I use a macbook, but because of all the stuff I do that requires windows I just installed bootcamp to dual boot. It's extremely worth it in the long run
Or virtualbox/vmware
Envoyé depuis mon GT-N7000
faded03cobra said:
tells me invalid link
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Try this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=987963&stc=1&d=1333779371
basically it was corrupted, i have updated main post (How to root) couple of days back
Thx for all the help. In your instructions why does it say say to extract to a PC if its MAC or do I skip that step? Sorry for the dumb questions, but I'm new to this whole android thing. ALso, is it really worth me rooting my device?
it is a .zip must be extracted (pc, mac or linux it's the same)
for example with 7zip [7-zip.org/download.html]
I apparently have no clue how to do this. I've tried to do what the post said, but have had no luck.
faded03cobra said:
I apparently have no clue how to do this. I've tried to do what the post said, but have had no luck.
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this step is important
Confirm you have installed driver on PC (Kies will do it)
run the runmemac.sh in a terminal and post the error(s)
I think rooting the phone on windows is better than mac...
Sent from my GT-N7000 using xda premium
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I already have my pc setup with adb. It appears to be working just fine. I'm trying to setup adb on my laptop and is running into all types of problems. I've downloaded the sdk and ran the sdk setup.exe and downloaded all the latest files, and of course the usb driver. I was able to successfully install the driver and was able to connect my G1 for file transfer. I've followed the guide info to the letter but for some strange reason I get the following:
Code:
* daemon not running. starting it now *
* daemon started successfully *
error: device not found
I've already tried uninstalling the newest driver and installing the working one from my pc, then I tried downloading a driver that was listed by a user in this thread. Still no luck. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
SG_Shadow said:
I already have my pc setup with adb. It appears to be working just fine. I'm trying to setup adb on my laptop and is running into all types of problems. I've downloaded the sdk and ran the sdk setup.exe and downloaded all the latest files, and of course the usb driver. I was able to successfully install the driver and was able to connect my G1 for file transfer. I've followed the guide info to the letter but for some strange reason I get the following:
Code:
* daemon not running. starting it now *
* daemon started successfully *
error: device not found
I've already tried uninstalling the newest driver and installing the working one from my pc, then I tried downloading a driver that was listed by a user in this thread. Still no luck. Any advice would be greatly appreciated!
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plug your phone in
get working drivers
install linux, it works better
I already have my pc setup with adb. It appears to be working just fine. I'm trying to setup adb on my laptop and is running into all types of problem
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[*]plug your phone in
[*]get working drivers
[*]install linux, it works better
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u forgot a step.
[*]post in the correct forum
Firerat said:
plug your phone in
get working drivers
install linux, it works better
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1) Done [Don't insult me!]
2) Tried 3 different drivers. All allowed me to connect my G1 to transfer files, but not ADB.
3) ...shouldn't have to install linux. My pc (running windows abviously) works just fine. My laptop, running windows, should work the same.
Thanks for the assistance though...
Daneshm90 said:
u forgot a step.
[*]post in the correct forum
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Fail!
SG_Shadow said:
1) Done [Don't insult me!]
2) Tried 3 different drivers. All allowed me to connect my G1 to transfer files, but not ADB.
3) ...shouldn't have to install linux. My pc (running windows abviously) works just fine. My laptop, running windows, should work the same.
Thanks for the assistance though...
Fail!
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read the adb for dummies thread, post in that thread...........................
and
your welcome.
would you like me to wipe your nose as well?
This IS in the wrong forum.
Moved.
Firerat said:
read the adb for dummies thread, post in that thread...........................
and
your welcome.
would you like me to wipe your nose as well?
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I really wouldn't except this behavior from you, but I see we all fall from grace every now and again. I've posted in that thread already, no one can seem to come up with an intelligent response. I followed all the instructions in both adb help threads for proper installation on my laptop. If you don't know the answer to what I'm seeking, I would honestly prefer you not to reply at all. Don't assume I'm the typical xda idiot, assume I'm the most intelligent person you've ever spoke to, then go from there with your next reply.
SG_Shadow said:
I really wouldn't except this behavior from you, but I see we all fall from grace every now and again. I've posted in that thread already, no one can seem to come up with an intelligent response. I followed all the instructions in both adb help threads for proper installation on my laptop. If you don't know the answer to what I'm seeking, I would honestly prefer you not to reply at all. Don't assume I'm the typical xda idiot, assume I'm the most intelligent person you've ever spoke to, then go from there with your next reply.
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you posted a couple of hours ago, duplicating posts might be considered spam
you didn't really give any useful information in your post(s)
and if I were to assume your were, then this is just some boring role play thing at a job interview or something, as you wouldn't really need anyones help on this.
Everyone, Chill it.
We don't need a flame war.
Check your firewall. Make sure it's not blocking the connection. Also, are you using the same USB cord on both machines?
ivanmmj said:
Everyone, Chill it.
We don't need a flame war.
Check your firewall. Make sure it's not blocking the connection. Also, are you using the same USB cord on both machines?
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Thank you for trying to "actually" assist me. I am using the exact same usb cable on purpose to rule that out as a reason. I've also recently update both computers to the latest norton antivirus. Like I stated the drivers install on the laptop and I'm able to connect the G1 for file transfers, so I assume the driver is working but when I type in adb device or adb shell in cmd, I get the no device msg. I'm really stumped with this one...
*Update* My norton did remove adb.exe from windows\system32 on both computers, but I was able to restore that file on both. Like I said, my pc works just fine, laptop no good...
And point 3
Install linux ( ubuntu 10.4 )
Just give it 10gb
It will eliminate hardware faults as being the problem
The android developer has a tutorial for 10.4, so it should be easy
( no need for drivers, aparently 10.4 ships with the android udev rule )
the driver for file transfer isnt the same as the driver for adb....so your logic is flawed
seriously tho, use linux...wubi is pretty good now and u only need 4-10gb if u are only using it for android stuff
in my experience, windows, especially where norton is used, randomly breaks adb
The file transfer is done using the standard windows mass storage driver, not an android specific driver. Even if it's the same norton, try disabling it and see what happens. Also, trying removing the driver completely and reinstalling it again. I've had the issue happen also only when in windows and it's always something random.
virtualbox _should_ ( I think ) let you 'see' the Android Phone regardless of the drivers being installed on the Windows host
But, I have not tested that
Did you ever get this to work, I have the same issue?
I'm having the same issue, I'm trying to use ADB with my TF300T from a Windows 7 64 bit system. Always get the error adb error.
I have a couple of questions will this work correctly with a 64bit O.S?
Also the part of the instructions that reference SDCARD are they talking about the directory on my ASUS /sdcard/ or are they talking about the physical card?
Just need to know does it require you to have a sdcard in the ASUS to use adb?
May sound like fundamental questions to a lot of you, however I have combed through these forums as well as others all over the web, and the majority of instructions seem to be lacking the basics.
Thank you,
I have Ubuntu at work should I run ADB through this?
I have Ubuntu at work
It's a bit of a process according to the instructions that I have on the
screen right now to setup ADB through this, is there any gotchas that I should
know about before attempting this?
This is running on a VM on one of my servers. What I'm looking for is any known compatibility issues with versions of ADB and the Asus TF300T running .26
Thanks in advance.
Nordis
I followed the LG Revo downgrade instructions pricisely but when attempting to register the vs910.dll after moving it to the newly created Models folder within C:\LG Electronics\LGNPST\ directory, I get the following error:
"The module vs910.dll was loaded but the call to DllRegisterServer failed with error code 0x80020009."
Can someone help?
Had same error on x64 bit system, I wasn't able to fix it though, I had to use a x32 version of windows on another computer. :/
From http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1211295&page=2
open CMD with Admin privileges and then type
Code:
regsvr32.exe "C:\LG Electronics\LGNPST\Models\VS910.dll"
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I was having the same problem, did this with no issues.
Code:
regsvr32.exe "C:\LG Electronics\LGNPST\Models\VS910.dll
Use the code i have posted, the one above has a typo. Make sure you check "run task with administrative privileges" in the "create new task" box as stated above.
Framework43 Had same error on x64 bit system, I wasn't able to fix it though, I had to use a x32 version of windows on another computer. :/
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I got this to work on Windows 8 x64, so I don't think there is a problem with the type of Windows you have installed, but some problem somewhere else.
Thanks for the catch, I forgot they had the wrong code in the link. Fixed.
thank you
wow, that was awesome guys thanks so much, worked like a charm!!!
Now if someone could only figure out how to Root v6 so we don't have to do this downgrade nonsense....
I ran into the same issue, but started XP Mode on my Win7x64 tied in the usb port with the phone and everything went perfectly - rooted and installed Revolt mod in no time
follow up question
ok so now that I got that dll properly registered, I tried to root using Superoneclick but kept getting permission denied error so I did it manually through ADB and I think it worked, but after downloading SU and running it, it tells me I need to update my SU binary but whenever I try, the program crashes...help again!
I couldn't get the newest version of S1C to work, or the ABD method. It appeared to work in ABD, but would crash Superuser. I ended up using S1C v1.63 and it worked just fine for me.
Try using superoneclick version 1.7 and use the rageagainstthecage exploit if you're having issues with root. Make sure all antivirus is disabled before downloading and installing.
Go to clockwork recovery and do the "fix permissions" procedure. That might help, it did on a Thunderbolt today that had problems updating the su binary. Do rooted programs work?
dbeauch said:
ok so now that I got that dll properly registered, I tried to root using Superoneclick but kept getting permission denied error so I did it manually through ADB and I think it worked, but after downloading SU and running it, it tells me I need to update my SU binary but whenever I try, the program crashes...help again!
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You can't use the latest version, you need version 1.7. Also, when you connect the phone to the computer, you need to pull down the notification menu and select "Internet Connection." USB Debugging will NOT start in "Mass Storage" or "Charge Only."
adrenaline_rush said:
Try using superoneclick version 1.7 and use the rageagainstthecage exploit if you're having issues with root. Make sure all antivirus is disabled before downloading and installing.
Go to clockwork recovery and do the "fix permissions" procedure. That might help, it did on a Thunderbolt today that had problems updating the su binary. Do rooted programs work?
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I used S1C version 1.7 also - could not get it rooted otherwise. Also had to mess with the "Debugging Mode" to make it work - turn it off, then quickly turn back on when at Step 6. Once I did that, everything worked perfectly.
dbeauch said:
I followed the LG Revo downgrade instructions pricisely but when attempting to register the vs910.dll after moving it to the newly created Models folder within C:\LG Electronics\LGNPST\ directory, I get the following error:
"The module vs910.dll was loaded but the call to DllRegisterServer failed with error code 0x80020009."
Can someone help?
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THIS IS BULLCRAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!
CAN'T MOVE BACK TO 2.3.4 BECAUSE I CAN'T GET A DANG THING TO WORK. First, the components msi file wouldn't install because of some error code, plus i could never get VS810.dll to register. Even did research online, and found that people running 64 bit os were having trouble, so i used my 32 bit os computer BUT STILL DIDN'T WORK ... BEYOND USING A 32 BIT OS, I FOUND NO SOLUTION ON THE ENTIRE WORLD WIDE WEB TO GET THIS TO WORK!!!!!!!
wncoulte said:
THIS IS BULLCRAP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! !!!!!!
CAN'T MOVE BACK TO 2.3.4 BECAUSE I CAN'T GET A DANG THING TO WORK. First, the components msi file wouldn't install because of some error code, plus i could never get VS810.dll to register. Even did research online, and found that people running 64 bit os were having trouble, so i used my 32 bit os computer BUT STILL DIDN'T WORK ... BEYOND USING A 32 BIT OS, I FOUND NO SOLUTION ON THE ENTIRE WORLD WIDE WEB TO GET THIS TO WORK!!!!!!!
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I had an issue getting the "VS910.dll" to register also. What worked for me was diabling the user account controls in windows. After you do that will have to restart your computer. Then it should register just fin
Sent from LG Revo Stock ZV8 Using XDA App
SnoeDogg said:
I had an issue getting the "VS910.dll" to register also. What worked for me was diabling the user account controls in windows. After you do that will have to restart your computer. Then it should register just fin
Sent from LG Revo Stock ZV8 Using XDA App
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^^^^^
What he said... i just explained the process in another post in the developement section
Sent from my VS910 4G using XDA
kcarden said:
^^^^^
What he said... i just explained the process in another post in the developement section
Sent from my VS910 4G using XDA
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how to do this in windows 8 please
dbeauch said:
I followed the LG Revo downgrade instructions pricisely but when attempting to register the vs910.dll after moving it to the newly created Models folder within C:\LG Electronics\LGNPST\ directory, I get the following error:
"The module vs910.dll was loaded but the call to DllRegisterServer failed with error code 0x80020009."
Can someone help?
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Solution....
1. If you can not register this DLL, Go to safe mode on Windows 7 and register VS910.DLL.
IT works For me. 100%
First, please forgive me if this is posted in the wrong section. It seemed most appropriate.
Second, I take no credit for anything here except for writing the .bat file here used to do the work, as well as assembling the files as per the original post.
All credit goes to djmwj and his article found here:
http://rootzwiki.com/topic/8722-lenovo-ideapad-k1-rooting-guide-messy/
As the title states, it was very messy. The OP figured out how to make it go, but it was a bit fuzzy to follow. So, I thought I'd help folks out a bit and clean things up.
So, I took the instructions presented in the OP, and condensed them into one download with one .bat that does everything from start to finish, minus installing the respective drivers for ADB and NVFlash. However, the drivers are included in the download.
Instructions:
1. Extract K1Root.rar to the directory of your choosing.
2. Connect your tablet to your PC with the USB cable.
3. With your tablet off, press POWER+VOL_UP+VOL_DOWN until the screen turns on, but displays only black.
4. Windows should detect the device, but not install drivers.
5. Go into device manager, select the APX device, choose update drivers, and install the drivers from the aptly named NVFlash_Drivers folder.
6. Open up the NVFLASH_HOME folder and run the file K1Flash.bat
7. Make your desired choices when prompted, and enjoy.
Notes (PLEASE READ BEFORE USING):
THERE MAY BE BUGS! I used it on my own stuff before releasing, and all of the essential components work as they should, however, there may possibly be a minor hiccup somewhere in the script. This should not damage anything. If you have doubts, you're welcome to examine the .bat and check it for yourself.
Please be gentle. I am not a full-time developer. I just wrote this to help make the process simpler for people.
The OP suggests you download and read the partition table, and then name the backup files based on that. This script names the backup files based on the flash.cfg script referenced in the OP, which is what controls the flashes used anyway. So, there shouldn't be any irregularities, however, I can't speak for every device on the planet.
This does NOT use the latest OTA updates. The rooted files being flashed are the default ones from the original download. You can easily adapt this to any files generated from the latest OTA files by simply dropping them in the NVFLASH_HOME file.
To install the SU properly, you have to install ADB drivers midway through the script. There's probably a way around this, but I didn't find it to be too inconvenient.
The ADB drivers are also located in the NVFLASH_HOME folder. Just do like you did when installing drivers in step #5, but instead point to NVFLASH_HOME.
Um...um...
That should be it. Obviously, use at your own risk. Let me know if there are problems with the script, and I will fix them.
Oh, and party on, Wayne.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=AG10XE25
EDIT:
Attached is an updated .bat file which fixes a few errors in the original script, plus adds more userability. Just extract to the NVFLASH_HOME folder and run.
digitalhigh said:
First, please forgive me if this is posted in the wrong section. It seemed most appropriate.
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You may want to change the title to Ideapad K1, I don't know if this will work for the Thinkpad tablet.
Thanks for this, I just picked up this tablet ($250 at staples) and was worrying about having to tackle linux and "compiling" just to be able to get hulu.com working. You're a lifesaver.
gallahad2000 said:
You may want to change the title to Ideapad K1, I don't know if this will work for the Thinkpad tablet.
Thanks for this, I just picked up this tablet ($250 at staples) and was worrying about having to tackle linux and "compiling" just to be able to get hulu.com working. You're a lifesaver.
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Wow. Yeah, I'm pretty sure the key used is just for the Ideapad. Thanks for pointing that out. My dumb a$$ must've blanked out and just used the group name when posting.
And just to be fair, the original poster does include everything needed to do stuff in windows as well - it's just very hard to discern from the post.
question
Is anyone working on a custom ROM for this tablet? I am hopeing that there will be at least a few custom roms available at some point in the near future.
jfkerekes said:
Is anyone working on a custom ROM for this tablet? I am hopeing that there will be at least a few custom roms available at some point in the near future.
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We need to be able to root and unlock the bootloader first.
Does the root method work on the 121211 update?
Or is there a way to flash back to the older firmware?
the OTA update 12 12 11.... seems to be update.zip style with no .img files inside. just loose files like normal rom updates. doesnt seeem like you can drop the files in as suggested. or i have the wrong OTA....
oh and is this for LINUX as the OP or work in windows too??
Hi, I was wondering, is this procedure works for the Lenovo ThinkPad 1838-25U? I'm thinking to buy it to give a test ride, i sold my Transformer 101 to buy the Prime but it seems like Asus is taking vacations on the delivery shipments. Is this a good tablet? or is better to wait for another version?
READ THE POST
IDEApad not THINKpad. no it wont work.
First of all- thank you so much for creating this script! I have been putting off rooting this device due to the "messy" nature of the original post.
I was hoping you could help me troubleshoot, I have tried both the new K1 root application and the original .bat file. I know the drivers are working because the script makes it as far as creating and formatting partitions and successfully pushes the bootlooder.bin but then:
bootloader.bin sent successfully
file not found: recovery.img
failed executing command 2147483647 NvError 0x4
command failure: create failed
I've tried everything I can think of... any ideas?
Thanks again.
I found problem.
after root done follow step. I cannot factory reset and update any ota.
anyone can help me ?
taiz said:
I found problem.
after root done follow step. I cannot factory reset and update any ota.
anyone can help me ?
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Yes you have to roll-back to 04 stock and then apply the OTA's
Backup of the stock lenovo .apks!
File 1:http://www.mediafire.com/?r7iskr3wrfx4u01
File 2:http://www.mediafire.com/?fymdv9e9kmj332s
File 3:http://www.mediafire.com/?w33k205ej4fpbcl
A big thanks to Khanning who was nice enough to walk me through the adb commands and bear with me when I couldn't get adb over usb to work.
This may fix your issues http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=21309379&postcount=50
Can someone help I used this and I installed drivers from the drivers folder fine ....I ran option 1 fine and it said completed but said something about nvflash error make sure drivers are installed ....but on my tablet it said phone update success ....when I try option three to flash image it just stays at nvflash started and goes no further and when I try to install Su it won't connect adb , probably cause adb drivers wouldnt install ....any advice ....device is booting and seems stock ....it did not wipe my files either
Sent from my HTC EVO 3D X515a using XDA App
maek_it_happen said:
Can someone help I used this and I installed drivers from the drivers folder fine ....I ran option 1 fine and it said completed but said something about nvflash error make sure drivers are installed ....but on my tablet it said phone update success ....when I try option three to flash image it just stays at nvflash started and goes no further and when I try to install Su it won't connect adb , probably cause adb drivers wouldnt install ....any advice ....device is booting and seems stock ....it did not wipe my files either
Sent from my HTC EVO 3D X515a using XDA App
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It means you are not in APX mode. Read the PDF and follow the instructions for installing the APX drivers. This should fix your issues.http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...9&postcount=50
I just completed step 3 flashing the image went fine up to bootloader .bin sent successfully ...then it says
File not found recovery.img
Failed executing command 2147473647 Nverror 0x4
Command failure : create failed
Edit the link u posted is not working and the drivers are installed
Edit 2 I just downloaded ur v2 root tool in ur other thread ....for some reason ur flash me Command actualy went past the recovery img error I was having with this tool .... But yours is flawless
Sent from my HTC EVO 3D X515a using XDA App
maek_it_happen said:
Edit 2 I just downloaded ur v2 root tool in ur other thread ....for some reason ur flash me Command actualy went past the recovery img error I was having with this tool .... But yours is flawless
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Glad to hear it worked for you.
TD
I recently got this device and looking for a way to root this device without having to roll back to the factory default rom and then having to update again using OTA.
Question, am I in luck, is that at all possible or do I have to really rollback and reinstall everything again?
Thanks!
Sent from my K1 using Tapatalk
Anyone have the root? Megaupload is down forever.
Can anybody tell me if there is a method of rooting the Galaxy gear via a Mac.
All the vids that are currently talking about rooting are using Windows.
There must be a Mac version surely???
Sent from my SM-N9005 using xda app-developers app
I had to use parallels worked great
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Sweetboy220466 said:
Can anybody tell me if there is a method of rooting the Galaxy gear via a Mac.
All the vids that are currently talking about rooting are using Windows.
There must be a Mac version surely???
Sent from my SM-N9005 using xda app-developers app
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You can search for the same app name and you will find the website with a mac version you can download. Let me know if you can't find it and will post a link.
Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk
Mac owner here - First, a more descriptive title would have helped your thread - simply posting the name of the device garners no attention. Take the time to think about a good title that will gain people's curiosity or assistance.
Second, I had to use a windows machine to first root it, but since then I can push anything to it using the Terminal on my Mac.
ODIN is Windows Only. There is a Mac alternative called Hiemdall (notice the trend of using mythical character names?) It is found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834195
However, I have seen a lot of people having issues with Heimdall. I would suggest using a friend's Windows machine to initially root it properly, then you will be fine using terminal.
You have a few choices for getting the adb and fastboot binaries:
1. Download the SDK
2. google for the files
3. http://www.2shared.com/file/w2mue84a/adb-fastboot.html
If you need to learn to use these, then search the boards.
Good luck!
therealduckie said:
Mac owner here - First, a more descriptive title would have helped your thread - simply posting the name of the device garners no attention. Take the time to think about a good title that will gain people's curiosity or assistance.
Second, I had to use a windows machine to first root it, but since then I can push anything to it using the Terminal on my Mac.
ODIN is Windows Only. There is a Mac alternative called Hiemdall (notice the trend of using mythical character names?) It is found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=834195
However, I have seen a lot of people having issues with Heimdall. I would suggest using a friend's Windows machine to initially root it properly, then you will be fine using terminal.
You have a few choices for getting the adb and fastboot binaries:
1. Download the SDK
2. google for the files
3. http://www.2shared.com/file/w2mue84a/adb-fastboot.html
If you need to learn to use these, then search the boards.
Good luck!
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Odin is windows only but that is to flash a rom. There is another program you can use to just root the gear and only root. To root on the Mac the program is called impactor and it has both a windows version and a Mac version.
see this link for information about cydia impactor to root. Go here to download
http://www.cydiaimpactor.com
It has links for mac, Windows, linux 32 or 64 bit.
If you want to flash a new rom you need odin which is windows only.
To sideload apps use terminal on your mac and install adb then it is as easy as ./adb install app-name. Apk
Sent from my SM-N900V using Tapatalk
Anyway to root the Fire on a Mac? I see the Windows tool but nothing for Mac...
Mac . . .
Do we have to help?
What FireOS version do you have? Did you avoid connecting to wifi?
There may not be a point n click rooting tool for macs but you can always do it manually.
It is new, never connected to internet. I have enabled ADB but fast boot does not see the device, Where do I need to get the drivers for the Fire at for Mac? I have FireSO 5.0.1
You can get drivers from google.
This also came up on google.
GUIDE Set up ADB and Fastboot on a Mac easily (With Screenshots!)
blueberry.sky said:
Mac . . .
Do we have to help?
What FireOS version do you have? Did you avoid connecting to wifi?
There may not be a point n click rooting tool for macs but you can always do it manually.
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I'll port http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/root-fire-5th-gen-autoroot-script-noob-t3276923 with your help. Try the .sh file and tell me the result.
Think these are up to date.
https://github.com/simmac/minimal_adb_fastboot
Support page
http://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/adb-fastboot-binaries-os-x-inclusive-t2941205
blueberry.sky said:
You can get drivers from google.
This also came up on google.
GUIDE Set up ADB and Fastboot on a Mac easily (With Screenshots!)
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Can use the long winded way from there with the sdk but the attached files are for older version of adb that wouldn't connect to my friend's Fire as it's a Lollipop based device.
glitch3yf0x said:
I'll port http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/root-fire-5th-gen-autoroot-script-noob-t3276923 with your help. Try the .sh file and tell me the result.
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i'll gladly help.
dustintinsley said:
i'll gladly help.
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Sweet! I'm working to make this fully compatible with linux, windows, and Mac OS X by tonight plus a few last minute added features. I have no idea how to emulate Mac OS X so when the time comes would you mind telling me if the script runs properly?
glitch3yf0x said:
Sweet! I'm working to make this fully compatible with linux, windows, and Mac OS X by tonight plus a few last minute added features. I have no idea how to emulate Mac OS X so when the time comes would you mind telling me if the script runs properly?
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Code:
/Users/dustintinsley/Downloads/Fire5/fire_root.sh: line 1: @echo: command not found
Plug in your device with a USB data cable.
/Users/dustintinsley/Downloads/Fire5/fire_root.sh: line 3: syntax error near unexpected token `('
/Users/dustintinsley/Downloads/Fire5/fire_root.sh: line 3: `echo Please enable ADB debuging in the developer options (Tap Serial Number in Device Options 20 tim's if it is hidden)
Dustins-MacBook-Air:~ dustintinsley$
dustintinsley said:
Code:
/Users/dustintinsley/Downloads/Fire5/fire_root.sh: line 1: @echo: command not found
Plug in your device with a USB data cable.
/Users/dustintinsley/Downloads/Fire5/fire_root.sh: line 3: syntax error near unexpected token `('
/Users/dustintinsley/Downloads/Fire5/fire_root.sh: line 3: `echo Please enable ADB debuging in the developer options (Tap Serial Number in Device Options 20 tim's if it is hidden)
Dustins-MacBook-Air:~ dustintinsley$
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Those will be an easy fix. Dummy me forgot to remove those. I thought I did. Thanks!
glitch3yf0x said:
Those will be an easy fix. Dummy me forgot to remove those. I thought I did. Thanks!
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Just let me know i will test again...
dustintinsley said:
Just let me know i will test again...
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Alright. I need to get a hold of the ADB platform-tools for MAC. Is there a way you can install android SDK for me and use the SDK manager to download platform-tools (latest version)? Then go into the platform-tools and send me the fastboot and adb tool?
http://dl.google.com/android/android-sdk_r24.4.1-macosx.zip
glitch3yf0x said:
Alright. I need to get a hold of the ADB platform-tools for MAC. Is there a way you can install android SDK for me and use the SDK manager to download platform-tools (latest version)? Then go into the platform-tools and send me the fastboot and adb tool?
http://dl.google.com/android/android-sdk_r24.4.1-macosx.zip
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I really need these files in the above post. They are the last step before final testing and release. If anyone can upload them, please do it.