Help needed.... My Nook HD+ shows error during registration. - Nook HD, HD+ Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi friends, I got my Nook HD+ today(India). The first time I turn it on, it prompted to install a critical update. I connected it to my wifi network and it downloaded and updated fine. After updating, at the registration process it again checked for critical updates and from this time onwards it keep saying that
" Network Problem: A network-related error occurred. You may have lost connectivity to the local wireless network. Press continue and we'll try to test your connection"
When I press continue it shows " Checking connection" and then detect my wifi fine (Signal strength shows excellent). Then again when I click "continue with setup", this whole procedure is repeating. My Galaxy tab 2 and Laptop are working fine with the same wifi network.
Please, some experts help me about what to do. I'm clueless about what to do next.

There is a known issue with the latest stock Nook firmware moaning about loss of wireless.
Are you able to skip these steps for the time being?
Otherwise I would suggest just flashing one of the Cyanogenmod firmwares instead.

Thanks for the reply artesea. No, I can't skip those steps. All it does is booting to the same procedure again and there is no option to skip. Is it worth waiting for this problem to get fixed by B&N? I really wanna experience the stock OS.

From what others are saying it looks like B&N might have a server down, once it's back up it should just start to work. However if the latest firmware is pointing in the completely wrong direction (IP or domain they don't own) then it might require a firmware patch. Not sure if the device will update if you aren't getting past the reg screens. But a flashable file should be available either direct from them, or someone on these forums.
Keep an eye on this thread where it was first reported
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2431280

Thanks artesea. One more question. Does doing the factory reset and turning off the wifi will allow me to use the device without registering?

mashac said:
Thanks artesea. One more question. Does doing the factory reset and turning off the wifi will allow me to use the device without registering?
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There is a way to skip registration. Look at my HD/HD+ Tips thread linked in my signature and look for the item about skipping OOBE.
Sent from my Nook HD+ running CM10.1 on emmc.

Thanks artesea and leapinlar for the help. My Nook HD+ detected my wifi again out of nowhere and after another update I successfully registered my device. Thanks again guys.

Mine is doing the same thing on February 13, 2018. Really making me mad. Any help is appreciated.

Mine is doing the same thing and it was working fine until then I thought I had to do something with the nook itself so I factory reset it. Now it will not connect to my wifi at all I have even tried my hotspot on my phone but it didn't work. My nook has worked fine up until this point and I have had it for over 5 years. I know it has nothing to do with my battery because I just replaced it at the beginning of this year. It just makes me mad that it will not connect to my wifi.

Can't get past the 'Network Problem' error
I seem to have the same problem as the OP of this thread. I cannot get past a prompt on the stock ROM setup of my Nook HD+ where it says a network-related error has occurred. I'm connected to my home wi-fi just fine but setup will not go past this error. From what I've read it's caused by a security patch needing to be installed on the Nook. In the past, it updated automatically from an OTA update released by B&N but that is not happening any more. Have had it plugged in for days with no update occurring.
Have downloaded the patch file from B&N's website but I can't manually install it because Windows cannot recognize the Nook as a USB device. Have tried updating drivers, uninstalling/reinstalling the device in Windows but nothing works. If I could get that to work, apparently I can just drag & drop the file onto the Nook in Windows and it will install and update the Nook.
So, if anyone can offer a solution to my problem, it would be GREATLY appreciated. I went back to stock ROM because after trying Cyanogen & Lineage the Nook was just too slow to run either one successfully.
Solved: Right after I posted this, I found what is apparently a newer version of the stock ROM than I had previously installed. In case anyone needs this stock ROM it's in the [Stock][Android 4.0.4 ICS] Nook HD/Nook HD+ [Hummingbird/Ovation] 2.2.1 [2018 Update] thread. After installing it, setup went flawlessly and I'm back to full stock ROM. Thanks to secretwolf98 for posting this!

techfandan said:
I seem to have the same problem as the OP of this thread. I cannot get past a prompt on the stock ROM setup of my Nook HD+ where it says a network-related error has occurred. I'm connected to my home wi-fi just fine but setup will not go past this error. From what I've read it's caused by a security patch needing to be installed on the Nook.
Solved: Right after I posted this, I found what is apparently a newer version of the stock ROM than I had previously installed. In case anyone needs this stock ROM it's in the [Stock][Android 4.0.4 ICS] Nook HD/Nook HD+ [Hummingbird/Ovation] 2.2.1 [2018 Update] thread. After installing it, setup went flawlessly and I'm back to full stock ROM. Thanks to secretwolf98 for posting this!
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I just got a secondhand Nook tablet 7" HD BNTV400 that the vendor has factory reset, and I'm stuck in the same loop:
"Select network/continue with setup/a network error has occurred/we'll test your connection/continue with setup/a network error has occurred" etc etc.
Can anyone point to the security patch that needs installing, based on the previous post and its solution? This tablet is factory reset, so no funky ROMs needed or anything. Thanks for any help or suggestions.

link to update barnes&nobles site
sumbodyelse said:
I just got a secondhand Nook tablet 7" HD BNTV400 that the vendor has factory reset, and I'm stuck in the same loop:
"Select network/continue with setup/a network error has occurred/we'll test your connection/continue with setup/a network error has occurred" etc etc.
Can anyone point to the security patch that needs installing, based on the previous post and its solution? This tablet is factory reset, so no funky ROMs needed or anything. Thanks for any help or suggestions.
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http s: // help.barnesandnoble.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/1139/~/nook-hd%2Fhd%2B---software-version-2.2.1
(you'll need to put that url back together I don't have sufficient number of posts to insert links....)
the current download is 2.2.1 - you'll need to download to a computer I use an old windows xp laptop,cause it doesn't have problems recognizing
the usb connection when the nook is plugged into the computer. after the file is downladed from barnes&nobles,
you'll need to hookup to computer with your charging (usb) cable and copy the file
over to the root directory of the nook
as the instructions state, don't rename the file... it won't work..
NOOK HD/HD+ version 2.2.1 update is available as an automatic download to registered NOOK HD/NOOK HD+ devices connected to Wi-Fi (Wi-Fi should be turned ON and connected to a hotspot, and the device should be left in sleep mode).
To get the software update right now, be sure you are connected to a Wi-Fi hotspot, tap the Settings icon in the Status bar at the top of your screen, tap on All Settings, then tap on Device Information, and check to see that your Software version matches the number at the top of this page. If it does not, tap on Software version and then tap on the Check for updates button. Follow any on-screen instructions. Do not turn off your device while it is downloading or installing a software update.
To get the update manually, you can download the software update to your computer at any time and then copy it onto your NOOK HD. Simply follow the steps below.
The process will take about 15 minutes for a manual download (depending on the Internet connection for your computer). You should NOT turn your NOOK off while the new software is being downloaded.
Manual Download Instructions
1. From your computer, click here for the software update file. Select Save and select Desktop as the location.
Do NOT modify or change the downloaded file's name in any way. Do NOT try to open the file.
2. Tap the Settings icon in the Status bar at the top of your screen. Tap on All Settings, then tap on Device Information and make sure your NOOK battery charge is at 20% or more.
3. a) For Windows users: Connect your NOOK to your computer using the USB cable that came with your device. A new drive, named MyNOOK or BNTV400, should show up in My Computer. Open this drive and then open the Internal Storage folder within the drive.
From your computer, drag and drop the downloaded file onto the main directory of the Internal Storage folder. Do NOT open or unzip the file. You should not create a new folder on the NOOK drive or add the file to any other existing folder within Internal Storage.
b) For Mac users: Connect your NOOK to your computer using the USB cable that came with your device. A new, removable drive, named MyNOOK should appear on the desktop or in devices. Open the drive MyNOOK.
From your computer, drag and drop the downloaded file onto the top level of the MyNOOK drive. Do NOT open or unzip the file. You should not create a new folder on the MyNOOK drive or add the file to any other existing folder within the MyNOOK drive.
4. Eject or Safely Remove the NOOK drive after the file transfer is complete, and then disconnect your NOOK from your computer.
5. Your NOOK will automatically recognize the file after a few minutes when it goes into sleep mode, and proceed to install the updates.
6. Please do not turn off your NOOK during the installation process.
7. Once the installation is completed, your NOOK will automatically restart and go to the unlock screen.
8. Tap on the small "n" NOOK symbol that appears in the Status bar for additional information. The software has been successfully updated.
Your NOOK must remain turned on while the update is being installed. Once the software is installed, your NOOK will automatically restart. To verify you have the latest update, tap the Settings icon in the Status bar at the top of your screen, tap on All Settings, then tap on Device Information, and check to see that your Software version number matches the number at the top of this page.
Once the software update is completed, your NOOK will automatically restart. The software update will preserve your personal settings, including your registered account information, content, display settings, and Wi-Fi settings.
worked for me anyhow.....

sumbodyelse said:
I'm stuck in the same loop:
"Select network/continue with setup/a network error has occurred/we'll test your connection/continue with setup/a network error has occurred" etc..
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I have the same issue but a slightly different end result. I'm in the same setup loop. The B&N help page says it needs the updated TLS info for security online. I can successfully download the proper file for my nook HD, but the help page says that it should connect as MyNOOK and that you only copy the file to that directory. My nook connects as BNTV400 and then shows a sub-directory of 'internal storage' like a camera would show up. Nowhere in the sub-directories is there a file or folder I can find called MyNOOK and that's not the name of the device when connected to my Win7 desktop or laptop. I spent a couple of hours exchanging messages with B&N via text chat last night and they finally gave up. I can't believe that mine is the only unit doing this.
So, in short, my nook successfully syncs with my computer(s) and I have successfully downloaded the needed TLS update file, I just don't know where to put it without potentially bricking the unit. Thanks in advance for any thoughts.
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After posting the above message, I checked a few more places and ran across someone with the exact problem I had - the nook was recognized but showed the name as BNTV400, not MyNOOK. He just copied the file over anyway and it worked, so I decided to try that too. In Windows Explorer, I copied the "sideload_2_2_update.npk" file over to the top directory, shown as internal storage. I set the nook aside and, a few minutes later, I noticed it was rebooting. It then went though several onscreen updates to apps then let me move beyond the place where it was previously stuck and I was able to connect to the internet and complete setup. I wanted to post this for future searchers...

The Barnes and Noble Nook first generation e-reader is officially discontinued today. Customers are now unable to purchase new content, register with a BN.com account, or sign in using a NOOK account. Users will still have access to their purchased content and are able to continue sideloading ebooks. If you log out of your B&N account or perform a factory reset, you will lose everything.
Barnes and Noble decided to discontinue this device for two reasons. Firstly the original Nook came out in 2009 and many users have switched to a different e-reader. The second is primarily due to B&N implementing new security standards, known as Transport Layer Security (TLS). TLS Versions below 1.2 are being phased out, and devices accessing the Internet that are not updated to utilize the required TLS Version will not be able to perform many functions related to Internet connectivity. This is why the bookseller issued a new firmware update for all of their e-readers and tablets.

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Stupid noob questions on NC rooting

My kids received Nook Color readers for Christmas, and like everything, they look to Dad to optimize them.
I was going to try rooting, but a couple of things remain unclear:
- Do I have to 'auto-noot' to root the Noot, or are there other options (other tools, manual rooting, etc.)
- Should I upgrade the software to 1.0.1 prior to rooting or not?
I tried to give auto-noot for 1.0.0 a quick run, but I couldn't get the SD card to boot (and a check revealed that I had two FAT16 partitions, one with the appropriate images and the other with the files needed). I'm assuming it's because the card I have might be too slow (portal recommends Class 6 or greater, and the card I'm using is a cheapo card I got with an earlier phone that I'm not too sure of).
Thoughts? Tips?
I upgraded mine to 1.0.1 first then rooted.
What OS is on your PC?
If Windows, did you use Win32DiskImager to write the image to microSD card?
Take a look at here for different ways of rooting here http://www.nookdevs.com/Portal:NookColor#Rooting
The easiest and the way I rooted is below which I borrowed from http://blogkindle.com/2010/12/read-kindle-books-on-nook-color/
Here’s what you need to do:
1. Before rooting make sure that you’ve registered the device with B&N as it might not work after rooting.
2. Download nooter that corresponds to you Nook version. You can check your Nook version by pressing Nook button, selecting “Settings” >> “Device Info” >> “About your NOOKcolor” >> Software version:
--- for 1.0.0 – GabrialDestruir’s auto nooter 2.12.15 file 15 Dec 2010
--- for 1.0.1 – GabrialDestruir’s auto nooter 2.12.25 file 25 Dec 2010
3. Unpack the file
4. On Windows use Win32DiskImager to write the image to microSD card (please note that all data on the card will be lost). For Linux or Mac, check out NookDevs.com for detailed microSD imaging instructions.
5. Completely power off NOOKcolor by holding the power button until the screen blurs and “Power off NOOKColor” dialog appears. Select “Power Off” and wait for the device to shut down completely.
6. Turn device face down and open the microSD card container in the lower right corner. Push the card in with metal contacts facing down.
7. Connect the device to your computer via USB cable. The device will power up and book from the SD card but the screen will not turn on. This is normal.
8. After about a minute your computer show detect the new device. This means that the rooting is complete. Your Windows computer will complain about missing drivers. This is normal.
9. Disconnect the USB cable and remove the card from the reader.
10. Power cycle it by holding the power button for 20 seconds and then releasing it. The press the power button briefly to power the reader on.
11. As the reader boots you will see a red splash screen.
12. Once the reader boots, you will be prompted for you Gmail account (as usually with Android) and some initial settings. This will only happen once.
13. As you open the extras folder you will see that it now contains Android market icon and some extras (Youtube, Gmail, etc)
14. You can now start the market app and download other apps that you like. You will need to reboot the device for apps to appear on the extras page. The apps themselves can be used right away just as with usual Android apps.
I would look for the thread in the android development section for auto nook 1.01. Update the OS to 1.01, then do the nook-ing process. Its all laid out there in the opening post.
I would definitely root your nooks to get the most out of them.
I'm guessing he meant Auto-Nooter 2.12.25 (1.0.1 Only), which the thread can be found here
I was looking for a manual method because I didn't have my card reader at work yesterday, and I couldn't get the card I wrote in my Incredible to boot Auto-Noot in 1.0.0.
Oddly enough, after deciding to upgrade to 1.0.1 first, when I tried to root the second time it worked just fine. I did the second one after upgrading, also went without a hitch. Think it just makes sense to upgrade first, seeing as they're both exploitable.
giantcrazy said:
I was looking for a manual method because I didn't have my card reader at work yesterday, and I couldn't get the card I wrote in my Incredible to boot Auto-Noot in 1.0.0.
Oddly enough, after deciding to upgrade to 1.0.1 first, when I tried to root the second time it worked just fine. I did the second one after upgrading, also went without a hitch. Think it just makes sense to upgrade first, seeing as they're both exploitable.
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How can you write an image from your Incredible? You need to use a computer to write the "image" not just the files to the sdcard, to make it bootable.
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clockcycle said:
How can you write an image from your Incredible? You need to use a computer to write the "image" not just the files to the sdcard, to make it bootable.
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I spent some time re-inventing the wheel before I realized someone had documented the method on XDA (my fault for being search lazy):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=889001
You use the Linux DD command to write the image to the SD card, which renders it with the correct partitions and files needed to complete root. I did it yesterday, and assumed that I had either too slow a card or it didn't work, until I upgraded to 1.0.1 first and it worked at first crack. Just take care to write the card with the correct device name, mmcblk1.
I used GParted on Linux to double-check after doing my fdisk, everything looked kosher to me and it worked flawlessly.
giantcrazy said:
I spent some time re-inventing the wheel before I realized someone had documented the method on XDA (my fault for being search lazy):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=889001
You use the Linux DD command to write the image to the SD card, which renders it with the correct partitions and files needed to complete root. I did it yesterday, and assumed that I had either too slow a card or it didn't work, until I upgraded to 1.0.1 first and it worked at first crack. Just take care to write the card with the correct device name, mmcblk1.
I used GParted on Linux to double-check after doing my fdisk, everything looked kosher to me and it worked flawlessly.
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Ah, totally forgot about that.. Well glad you got it sorted.
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[Q] Trouble with 1.0.3 update and syncing USB

Hi all, maybe someone can help me with my predicament. I attempted to root my nook color using CM7 with the newest nightly, gapps, and clockworkmod. the first attempt did not go well, so i abandoned the task and am happily running CM7 and gapps from my SD card. it works great with only a few kinks.
problem is, after i botched the rooting process and installing to the hard drive the first time, i had to revert my nook back to stock, which i did successfully using the 1.0.1 restore file. i had read that as soon as i booted up the stock nook system it would prompt me to do a system update. this never happened. so i went to the B&N website and manually downloaded the 1.0.3 file and decided to drag it over after syncing the nook with the USB. i plugged the nook into my PC and it recognized it and started trying to install drivers. midway through this process it errored and stopped. the nook disk drives were nowhere to be found in My Computer. i can see them if viewing device manager and even went through the process of clicking on "update drivers" but then it tells me i have the most up to date software.
so my question is, how do i get my computer to recognize my nook so that i can update it, or if not, how can i update it to 1.0.3 without having to USB sync it to the PC?
Restore 1.0.3, reboot and then leave the Nook running and connected to wifi. It will eventually update on it's own after it syncs.

[Q] Opening a new HD+ on Christmas, but want Google Apps. Where am I at?

I'm new to the Nook scene, but I've read the someone/leapinlear threads on rooting/putting google apps on the device.
Now that 2.0.5 is out, that seems to break the above.
One of my confusions is the talk of OOBE ( a new acronym for me to learn. )
Is it possible for me to open the Nook HD+ on xmas morning, and play with it without registering/updating?
Does the Nook force you to connect to wifi? What if I had no wifi?
If I can play with it without registering/updating, then use the current rooting methods later in the afternoon ... will that stop 2.0.5?
Do I need to read more?
curiousmike said:
I'm new to the Nook scene, but I've read the someone/leapinlear threads on rooting/putting google apps on the device.
Now that 2.0.5 is out, that seems to break the above.
One of my confusions is the talk of OOBE ( a new acronym for me to learn. )
Is it possible for me to open the Nook HD+ on xmas morning, and play with it without registering/updating?
Does the Nook force you to connect to wifi? What if I had no wifi?
If I can play with it without registering/updating, then use the current rooting methods later in the afternoon ... will that stop 2.0.5?
Do I need to read more?
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You said you read my thread. Yes you can do the xmas thing by skipping OOBE ( look in my thread for how to do it). Which basically means skipping registration. And you don't have to turn on wifi so that it updates itself. But you do have to turn on wifi to register and you can do nothing with it without either registering or skipping OOBE. But it may be kind of not much fun without apps, books and wifi. I also just posted a new way to have an old version and still register. But you might want to wait to see if other users do ok with it.
Sent from my HD+ rooted stock using Tapatalk
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Yes you can do the xmas thing by skipping OOBE ( look in my thread for how to do it).
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Found it and read it. Great.
leapinlar said:
But it may be kind of not much fun without apps, books and wifi
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Agreed.
But I also don't want to do the update and risk never being able to root it and get Google App Store on it; I have a large array of apps/games for my phone that I'm hoping will work on the HD+.
You can immediately boot straight to CM10 without registering if you'd like. That's exactly what I did, and it has worked flawlessly.
OOBE, known as Out-of-Box-Experience. Basically after registering, you get the experience you should. Skipping OOBE is basically not registering the product, and entering a development/test mode. OOBE is associated with not registering the device.
The Nook HD+ requires a WiFi connection to register the product, and what if the end-user doesn't have WiFi? I guess that's tough on them, they can't register. To be honest, I can't believe it either. To use the HD+ if you do not have WiFi, is to skip OOBE (which is the same procedure as the Nook Color's).
If you skip OOBE, then there is nothing to play with on the tablet; other than familiarising yourself with the interface. That's it. Not even the browser works; actually it has no apps at all. If you later root the tablet [and install GAPPs], whilst not registering the tablet, you will eventually get a lot more features; and pretty much use it like any other Android tablet. However, a lot of features will be disabled, such as the stock Android Browser (it will not load, as it will not be installed). A lot of other apps may then cause problems, due to the default browser not being present (i.e. BBC iPlayer). With the All in One root, developed by someone0, it will disable automatic OTA updates, so you will not update any further than your current factory version. However, some users (including myself) have been forced the update, so you cannot be certain that you will remain on the factory version (those prior to 2.0.5).
However, I would recommend you reconsider your options. If you want a better experience, I would recommend that you register the device (do NOT register now, please read the rest of my post). Important, remember the credentials you register the device with. If there are any future updates for the Nook, you will need to input the same e-mail address and password (unless password changed). If you create another B&N account at this stage, your Nook will constantly output an error; I contacted B&N today, and they couldn't solve it either. I found the solution, you have to remember the exact e-mail address you used to register. So, remember the e-mail address you use to register; and absolutely the password too, or the security question. Without them, you will not be able to register your device again.
Continuing on, I stated I would recommend you to register the device. However, before you do so, please make sure you have a minimum 4GB microSD card present (I used a SanDisk 4GB class 4). When you register your device, your Nook will check for updates. It will find 2.0.5 and update to it. Just so you know, someone0 and leapinlar have worked together to bring a "Universal Root" for the Nook HD+ and that universal root even roots version 2.0.5 (thank you someone0 and leapinlar; I'm currently using it). After registering your device, you will be introduced to your Nook interface. It's empty, even the apps are pretty much useless (except for Browser, only positive); you can't even spend more than 10 minutes on it, without enjoying what your doing. So I would recommend the root + GAPPs to unlock most of the "Android" features. To use the universal root, you'll need to boot into CWM (ClockWorkMod) via SD card (minimum of 4GB, anything less won't be detected/viable). Before registering and continuing with what I say, please make sure you are able to write onto your SD card using your computer. Although we are using CWM, we are NOT going to flash any ROMs (unless you want to of course, but the following "guide" below won't detail so).
First, you'll need to insert your SD card into your computer; where you're in a position where you can write on the card. (Files links/sources/information was sourced from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2062613)
Write the CWM .img (NookHD+bootable-CWM-6023-for-emmc-stock-4GB.zip) onto the SD Card using "Win32diskimager in Windows or use the dd command in Linux or OSX".
Download NookHD+Universal-Root.zip and place it within the SD Card. Also do this for the GAPPS + EXTRAS (including ManualOTA and Unknown Sources) .zip file, which you can download here (put together by leapinlar). DO NOT extract the .zip, just place them into the SD card.
At this point, make sure you have registered your Nook HD+, updated and installed version 2.0.5. Also make sure you have launched the stock ROM at least once (i.e. turned on the device into the Nook software/modified Android OS).
Now, turn off your device (hold the power button until a message is displayed on screen, and press shut down, or similar on screen). At the bottom of the Nook, on the left of the charging port, there is a cover protecting the SD card slot. Take it out (not all the way, it's attached to the body), and place in your SD card (with the CWM and universal root, as well optionally the GAPPS; although recommend installed on the SD card).
With the SD card in, turn your Nook on. After a few seconds, you should load into CWM. Select the option "install .zip from SD card" (use volume up/down to move across the list, "n" button below screen to select, and power button to move up one menu).
Firstly, install "NookHD+Universal-Root.zip". Wait for it to fully install, then install the GAPPS + Extras.
After the last step, reboot your device and take out the SD card before reboot. You should now load into your stock OS, whilst being rooted and and GAPPs installed on version 2.0.5. Success!
After the above guide, I would personally recommend Nova Launcher Prime; it unleashes the full experience of Android for me anyway. Haha, from now it's all yours.
That should be all from me, and the best of luck. I support you either way, whether you register or not. Merry Christmas too by the way.
HiddenG said:
OOBE, known as Out-of-Box-Experience.
That should be all from me, and the best of luck. I support you either way, whether you register or not. Merry Christmas too by the way.
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Fantastic; I happen to have a 4GB card and I'm writing out the .img as I type.
Merry Christmas to you.
Yea, I probably taking a day off from xda forum tomorrow, so enjoy guys.
leapinlar deserves most of the credits since he is doing all the scripting and testing. All I did was giving him ideas(good and bad).
Ahh.. CuriousMike, from BARF, right?
Small world. Let me reemphasize that if you immediately throw in the CM10 install, you can totally skip the registration step. You essentially boot around it, and the next time the device boots without the CM10 SD card plugged in, if you so choose, it will be like opening it up fresh out of the box, with the nook asking you to register and so on.
If you *just* want a full android tablet, the CM10 SD is by far the way to go. Odds are your Xmas wrapped nook doesn't yet have 2.0.5 installed. You should be able to jump straight into CM10 and avoid the current mess of trying to preserve root, avoiding updates, working around the B & N interface and so on. It doesn't mean you can't do that at a later date, but right now CM10 seems to be a much better option than trying to deal with the B&N interface. Best part is that you can continually boot right off that SD card and never have to worry about dodging updates.
I'd recommend it above the current alternative of trying to root and apply fixes to have a usable tablet.
KestrelYI said:
Ahh.. CuriousMike, from BARF, right?
Small world. Let me reemphasize that if you immediately throw in the CM10 install, you can totally skip the registration step. You essentially boot around it, and the next time the device boots without the CM10 SD card plugged in, if you so choose, it will be like opening it up fresh out of the box, with the nook asking you to register and so on.
If you *just* want a full android tablet, the CM10 SD is by far the way to go. Odds are your Xmas wrapped nook doesn't yet have 2.0.5 installed. You should be able to jump straight into CM10 and avoid the current mess of trying to preserve root, avoiding updates, working around the B & N interface and so on. It doesn't mean you can't do that at a later date, but right now CM10 seems to be a much better option than trying to deal with the B&N interface. Best part is that you can continually boot right off that SD card and never have to worry about dodging updates.
I'd recommend it above the current alternative of trying to root and apply fixes to have a usable tablet.
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I guess we can disagree on that. The way I see it, doing Skip OOBE and then root it would be more stable than CM10. A lot of things still not working yet on CM10. So, I decided to stick w/ stock for my personal use. Considering there is universal root for 2.0.5 now also, it's possible to be on 2.0.5 and still get root+gapps. I guess it could just end up being what do you need it for.
my nook is up
posting this from the nook, using firefox! surprising that chrome comes up as not-compatible.
i've got a few of my play store apps already installed... looking good.
i bought nova-launcher for 0.25$ during googles last big sale, so i'm using that. the experience is androidy-enough.
word-hero is also incompatible... that will push me to "cm10" when it's compatibler-er.
My Nook HD+ came out of the box with 2.0.2 and hasn't updated to 2.0.5 after a couple hours of use. Tried a couple times to do a manual update and says no updates available. ??
Will this work, on my registered device? I have it all setup and working on205, but want gapps too.
Thanks,
Steve
piperman7 said:
Will this work, on my registered device? I have it all setup and working on205, but want gapps too.
Thanks,
Steve
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It worked for me, just as described.
That sounds good, I just picked up a 8gb class 10 to use.
Thanks again,
Steve
HiddenG said:
OOBE, known as Out-of-Box-Experience. Basically after registering, you get the experience you should. Skipping OOBE is basically not registering the product, and entering a development/test mode. OOBE is associated with not registering the device.
The Nook HD+ requires a WiFi connection to register the product, and what if the end-user doesn't have WiFi? I guess that's tough on them, they can't register. To be honest, I can't believe it either. To use the HD+ if you do not have WiFi, is to skip OOBE (which is the same procedure as the Nook Color's).
If you skip OOBE, then there is nothing to play with on the tablet; other than familiarising yourself with the interface. That's it. Not even the browser works; actually it has no apps at all. If you later root the tablet [and install GAPPs], whilst not registering the tablet, you will eventually get a lot more features; and pretty much use it like any other Android tablet. However, a lot of features will be disabled, such as the stock Android Browser (it will not load, as it will not be installed). A lot of other apps may then cause problems, due to the default browser not being present (i.e. BBC iPlayer). With the All in One root, developed by someone0, it will disable automatic OTA updates, so you will not update any further than your current factory version. However, some users (including myself) have been forced the update, so you cannot be certain that you will remain on the factory version (those prior to 2.0.5).
However, I would recommend you reconsider your options. If you want a better experience, I would recommend that you register the device (do NOT register now, please read the rest of my post). Important, remember the credentials you register the device with. If there are any future updates for the Nook, you will need to input the same e-mail address and password (unless password changed). If you create another B&N account at this stage, your Nook will constantly output an error; I contacted B&N today, and they couldn't solve it either. I found the solution, you have to remember the exact e-mail address you used to register. So, remember the e-mail address you use to register; and absolutely the password too, or the security question. Without them, you will not be able to register your device again.
Continuing on, I stated I would recommend you to register the device. However, before you do so, please make sure you have a minimum 4GB microSD card present (I used a SanDisk 4GB class 4). When you register your device, your Nook will check for updates. It will find 2.0.5 and update to it. Just so you know, someone0 and leapinlar have worked together to bring a "Universal Root" for the Nook HD+ and that universal root even roots version 2.0.5 (thank you someone0 and leapinlar; I'm currently using it). After registering your device, you will be introduced to your Nook interface. It's empty, even the apps are pretty much useless (except for Browser, only positive); you can't even spend more than 10 minutes on it, without enjoying what your doing. So I would recommend the root + GAPPs to unlock most of the "Android" features. To use the universal root, you'll need to boot into CWM (ClockWorkMod) via SD card (minimum of 4GB, anything less won't be detected/viable). Before registering and continuing with what I say, please make sure you are able to write onto your SD card using your computer. Although we are using CWM, we are NOT going to flash any ROMs (unless you want to of course, but the following "guide" below won't detail so).
First, you'll need to insert your SD card into your computer; where you're in a position where you can write on the card. (Files links/sources/information was sourced from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2062613)
Write the CWM .img (NookHD+bootable-CWM-6023-for-emmc-stock-4GB.zip) onto the SD Card using "Win32diskimager in Windows or use the dd command in Linux or OSX".
Download NookHD+Universal-Root.zip and place it within the SD Card. Also do this for the GAPPS + EXTRAS (including ManualOTA and Unknown Sources) .zip file, which you can download here (put together by leapinlar). DO NOT extract the .zip, just place them into the SD card.
At this point, make sure you have registered your Nook HD+, updated and installed version 2.0.5. Also make sure you have launched the stock ROM at least once (i.e. turned on the device into the Nook software/modified Android OS).
Now, turn off your device (hold the power button until a message is displayed on screen, and press shut down, or similar on screen). At the bottom of the Nook, on the left of the charging port, there is a cover protecting the SD card slot. Take it out (not all the way, it's attached to the body), and place in your SD card (with the CWM and universal root, as well optionally the GAPPS; although recommend installed on the SD card).
With the SD card in, turn your Nook on. After a few seconds, you should load into CWM. Select the option "install .zip from SD card" (use volume up/down to move across the list, "n" button below screen to select, and power button to move up one menu).
Firstly, install "NookHD+Universal-Root.zip". Wait for it to fully install, then install the GAPPS + Extras.
After the last step, reboot your device and take out the SD card before reboot. You should now load into your stock OS, whilst being rooted and and GAPPs installed on version 2.0.5. Success!
After the above guide, I would personally recommend Nova Launcher Prime; it unleashes the full experience of Android for me anyway. Haha, from now it's all yours.
That should be all from me, and the best of luck. I support you either way, whether you register or not. Merry Christmas too by the way.
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Just got my Nook HD+ for Christmas, 1st Android device. I followed the above instructions to root it, after reboot it is just sitting at the first nook screen. It's been about 15 minutes or so, should I manually reboot the device or wait longer? Is it possible it just needs to be redone? The only odd thing I can across was after selecting reboot it said "ROM may flash stock recovery on reboot", should i have selected Yes/No, Should I backup the stock ROM?
Thanks for all the Help
curiousmike said:
posting this from the nook, using firefox! surprising that chrome comes up as not-compatible.
i've got a few of my play store apps already installed... looking good.
i bought nova-launcher for 0.25$ during googles last big sale, so i'm using that. the experience is androidy-enough.
word-hero is also incompatible... that will push me to "cm10" when it's compatibler-er.
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Glad you got your tablet working with GAPPs! Hope it's all good; of course it's much better than sticking to B&N's book reader, haha. Indeed yes, I can't believe that a few apps in Google Play are not compatible either; although as suggested, sideloading them often work fine. :laugh:
mzjc said:
My Nook HD+ came out of the box with 2.0.2 and hasn't updated to 2.0.5 after a couple hours of use. Tried a couple times to do a manual update and says no updates available. ??
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Did you skip the OOBE? The registration process of the device? If so, this problem could occur. If not, and you're registered then no problem either. If you're truly stuck on 2.0.2, that could be seen as a benefit; as your roots would never be broken, due to no future updates. If you'd like to root and place GAPPs on your tablet, I'd recommend you follow someone0's all-in-one guide. someone0's allinone will root your Nook HD+, install GAPPs, manual OTA and installation from Unknown Sources; provided your HD+ is on version 2.0.0 to 2.0.4, where you are eligible. This rooting method provides the exact same end-result as the 2.0.5 root, and is no different in performance or usability; they're exactly the same, just different installation process.
I've not tested it, but you may use the same rooting process as I've described on the last page; since the rooting method is universal. However, I have not tested it, other than on version 2.0.5. You'll also need a microSD card for this process, so I'd just recommend the adb-allinone method by someone0.
Best of luck.
ifdwolf2008 said:
Just got my Nook HD+ for Christmas, 1st Android device. I followed the above instructions to root it, after reboot it is just sitting at the first nook screen. It's been about 15 minutes or so, should I manually reboot the device or wait longer? Is it possible it just needs to be redone? The only odd thing I can across was after selecting reboot it said "ROM may flash stock recovery on reboot", should i have selected Yes/No, Should I backup the stock ROM?
Thanks for all the Help
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First Android device? Haha, hopefully it'll make a good impression after rooting and GAPPS. Sorry about the wait. Once you've loaded/rebooted into the Nook HD+ after CWM/rooting/GAPPS etc, press the "n" button below the screen. You should be given the option to select a launcher; temporarily select ZeamLauncher and set it as default action. After that, you should be good to go. Personally, I would recommend Nova Launcher Prime instead of ZeamLauncher. If you'd like, you can download the free version of Nova Launcher from Google Play (I would recommend it strongly over ZeamLauncher). It should provide you a better "Android-experience".
If pressing the 'n' button below the screen did nothing, then you can try the rooting process again. Also selecting yes, or no shouldn't make a difference during reboot; "ROM may flash stock recovery on reboot". You may backup your stock ROM if you feel necessary, but it's not absolutely essential (if you ever run into problems, you can force the tablet to fail booting 8 times, and the tablet will automatically restore to factory defaults). If you have further problems, please reply.
Best of luck.
Boom, thanks for the help, working like a champ now! Does the mic feature in nova require chrome? Gonna side load it now. Device is much better rooted, big thanks all to all envolved!
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Hey folks. I'm having some issues with the "Root your device with a bootable microSD card" method. I followed the instructions precisely.. wrote the image to a 32 GB microSD (I don't own any 4 GB cards).. and my nook REFUSES to even see the card nor boot from it for that matter.. just goes straight to the registration screen every time. Is there something that I could perhaps be missing here...? or is it that I MUST have a 4 GB card (and no bigger)?? (the microSD is the cream of the crop Sandisk 32 GB class 10 model. I couldn't resist picking one up, as they were on sale for only $26 at the time.
My HD+ is a pretty paperweight at the moment, and I'd love to get it back up and running. I really don't want to do the "all in one" method, as it keeps you in "TEST" mode.. which bugs the crap outta me.
What am I missing?!
HiddenG said:
OOBE, known as Out-of-Box-Experience. Basically after registering, you get the experience you should. Skipping OOBE is basically not registering the product, and entering a development/test mode. OOBE is associated with not registering the device.
The Nook HD+ requires a WiFi connection to register the product, and what if the end-user doesn't have WiFi? I guess that's tough on them, they can't register. To be honest, I can't believe it either. To use the HD+ if you do not have WiFi, is to skip OOBE (which is the same procedure as the Nook Color's).
If you skip OOBE, then there is nothing to play with on the tablet; other than familiarising yourself with the interface. That's it. Not even the browser works; actually it has no apps at all. If you later root the tablet [and install GAPPs], whilst not registering the tablet, you will eventually get a lot more features; and pretty much use it like any other Android tablet. However, a lot of features will be disabled, such as the stock Android Browser (it will not load, as it will not be installed). A lot of other apps may then cause problems, due to the default browser not being present (i.e. BBC iPlayer). With the All in One root, developed by someone0, it will disable automatic OTA updates, so you will not update any further than your current factory version. However, some users (including myself) have been forced the update, so you cannot be certain that you will remain on the factory version (those prior to 2.0.5).
However, I would recommend you reconsider your options. If you want a better experience, I would recommend that you register the device (do NOT register now, please read the rest of my post). Important, remember the credentials you register the device with. If there are any future updates for the Nook, you will need to input the same e-mail address and password (unless password changed). If you create another B&N account at this stage, your Nook will constantly output an error; I contacted B&N today, and they couldn't solve it either. I found the solution, you have to remember the exact e-mail address you used to register. So, remember the e-mail address you use to register; and absolutely the password too, or the security question. Without them, you will not be able to register your device again.
Continuing on, I stated I would recommend you to register the device. However, before you do so, please make sure you have a minimum 4GB microSD card present (I used a SanDisk 4GB class 4). When you register your device, your Nook will check for updates. It will find 2.0.5 and update to it. Just so you know, someone0 and leapinlar have worked together to bring a "Universal Root" for the Nook HD+ and that universal root even roots version 2.0.5 (thank you someone0 and leapinlar; I'm currently using it). After registering your device, you will be introduced to your Nook interface. It's empty, even the apps are pretty much useless (except for Browser, only positive); you can't even spend more than 10 minutes on it, without enjoying what your doing. So I would recommend the root + GAPPs to unlock most of the "Android" features. To use the universal root, you'll need to boot into CWM (ClockWorkMod) via SD card (minimum of 4GB, anything less won't be detected/viable). Before registering and continuing with what I say, please make sure you are able to write onto your SD card using your computer. Although we are using CWM, we are NOT going to flash any ROMs (unless you want to of course, but the following "guide" below won't detail so).
First, you'll need to insert your SD card into your computer; where you're in a position where you can write on the card. (Files links/sources/information was sourced from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2062613)
Write the CWM .img (NookHD+bootable-CWM-6023-for-emmc-stock-4GB.zip) onto the SD Card using "Win32diskimager in Windows or use the dd command in Linux or OSX".
Download NookHD+Universal-Root.zip and place it within the SD Card. Also do this for the GAPPS + EXTRAS (including ManualOTA and Unknown Sources) .zip file, which you can download here (put together by leapinlar). DO NOT extract the .zip, just place them into the SD card.
At this point, make sure you have registered your Nook HD+, updated and installed version 2.0.5. Also make sure you have launched the stock ROM at least once (i.e. turned on the device into the Nook software/modified Android OS).
Now, turn off your device (hold the power button until a message is displayed on screen, and press shut down, or similar on screen). At the bottom of the Nook, on the left of the charging port, there is a cover protecting the SD card slot. Take it out (not all the way, it's attached to the body), and place in your SD card (with the CWM and universal root, as well optionally the GAPPS; although recommend installed on the SD card).
With the SD card in, turn your Nook on. After a few seconds, you should load into CWM. Select the option "install .zip from SD card" (use volume up/down to move across the list, "n" button below screen to select, and power button to move up one menu).
Firstly, install "NookHD+Universal-Root.zip". Wait for it to fully install, then install the GAPPS + Extras.
After the last step, reboot your device and take out the SD card before reboot. You should now load into your stock OS, whilst being rooted and and GAPPs installed on version 2.0.5. Success!
After the above guide, I would personally recommend Nova Launcher Prime; it unleashes the full experience of Android for me anyway. Haha, from now it's all yours.
That should be all from me, and the best of luck. I support you either way, whether you register or not. Merry Christmas too by the way.
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Hey there. I followed your directions EXACTLY as posted. I didn't have a 4 GB microSD, but I DID have a 32 GB class 4. I used that. Long story short, the nook will NOT "see" nor boot from said microSD no matter what I do. Is there some sort of button combo I need to be doing while the nook HD+ is turning on to see the sd card? I'm totally lost on this.
Thanks in advance for your help!!
If you'd like to PM me, that way my email will notify me when a response has been received, I'd REALLY appreciate it! Thanks for all your hard work!
The one difference might be that I did the whole oobe; I registered the nook... I rebooted twice to the stock Os (somewhere I read that you had to reboot once after setting up bn account.) I don't know if that's your issue, but it's what I did and I'm running gapps.
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[Q] Helium App, Nook HD+, and USB Drivers

If this is in the wrong place (it seemed like a general Q & A) I apologize, but need your help - if it is possible could someone send me the driver file for the Nook HD+, or tell me an easier way to get it than registering as a B&N developer?
Here's why - I don't really wish to register as a developer; I simply don't have time to get in to that. I'm sure they're not expecting me to churn out an app every 6 months to a year, but I just don't wish to sign up.
All I want is a way to get these drivers on my PC so that I can get Helium from the Google pay store installed on this device. I have several app data files stored on Google Drive and want to be able to play things from where I left off without having to root the device.
I understand it's difficult to get them on the PC via windows and I'm pretty green here still....if you know of a better way to get the current drivers on my PC I would appreciate it if you'd tell me. I did read / skim all 33 pages of Q & A looking for anything that might point me in the right direction but if I saw it I didn't know I was looking at it. Sorry - and thanks ahead of time for any help!
Prof24 said:
If this is in the wrong place (it seemed like a general Q & A) I apologize, but need your help - if it is possible could someone send me the driver file for the Nook HD+, or tell me an easier way to get it than registering as a B&N developer?
Here's why - I don't really wish to register as a developer; I simply don't have time to get in to that. I'm sure they're not expecting me to churn out an app every 6 months to a year, but I just don't wish to sign up.
All I want is a way to get these drivers on my PC so that I can get Helium from the Google pay store installed on this device. I have several app data files stored on Google Drive and want to be able to play things from where I left off without having to root the device.
I understand it's difficult to get them on the PC via windows and I'm pretty green here still....if you know of a better way to get the current drivers on my PC I would appreciate it if you'd tell me. I did read / skim all 33 pages of Q & A looking for anything that might point me in the right direction but if I saw it I didn't know I was looking at it. Sorry - and thanks ahead of time for any help!
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you can find the usb drivers here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34168454#post34168454
Thank you Darth for pointing me to the right thread - knew if it was anywhere for download it had to be here somewhere!
All right...running Windows 8 and last night installed the USB drivers. I am using Helium (formerly Carbon) from Clockworkmod.com. When the drivers installed, I now am able to access my internal storage of my Nook HD+ via my PC....but when I run the Helium Desktop version, it cannot find my Nook apparently as it just sits there doing nothing.
Is anyone here familiar enough with this app / combination to know what I'm doing wrong? Reason I ask is I know I saw something aboout adding a line of code yesterday, or similar but I didn't bookmark page and now I can't find the page. Like I said, wish to recover app data without root if possible. The Nook HD+ is on version 2.1.0 (updated upon set up completion).
EDIT: Upon further review I read how to adjust the PC ADB file so it and the Nook could communicate (echo x20800 or something like that) in the documentation pages on developing for the device; this turns on ADB between Nook & PC. I also enabled ADB on the Nook.but so far still no luck with this app.
Update: Have been talking with Helium developers. We are thinking the issue may be the Nook's feature of having external sources turned off.
I decided yesterday, upon further reading, to try and use the SD card version of recovery to back up my system if nothing else (for some reason, when I first read it I thought recovery was permanently installed...not sure why). I feel blessed...when I inserted the card and powered Nook HD+ back on, it went straight to cyanoboot screen! From there backup was made successfully.
My next step was to install leapinlar's "Extra's" zip file. Again, smooth as silk, not a single issue. Without rooting, i figure since extras turns on the "unknown sources" feature, I now have a way to try helium again once the web page is back up.
That aside. I REALLY like the Zeam feature in extras rev 3.zip...and now seeing how simple it is to achieve root, may try it if my current plans to get Helium to run fail.
Only option apparently is to root device. CM 1.0 installed, gapps 4.2.2, helium works and many happy monsters from Monsterama Park roam my screen!
I was able to get Helium to run on my stock Nook HD+.
Got the USB driver from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=34168454
Followed the "Setting up ADB" section (and part of https://nookdeveloper.zendesk.com/entries/21943338-nook-developer-startup-guide#_Get_Win2See_NOOK )
Then installed and ran Helium Desktop on my Win7: http://www.clockworkmod.com/carbon
While Nook's Developer options' "Enable ADB" is still selected, connected Nook to computer. Helium is then automatically enabled, as indicated by Helium Desktop.
Then I was able to run Helium on Nook just fine.
So is the previous thread still the only way to get Helium working on stock HD+? At what point do I start on the linked site?
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[Q] No Option to Update

Hello,
I've already sent my device back to Asus, where they did absolutely nothing and just sent it right back to me. Complete waste of $16 shipping.
anyway, a while back I received a notification to update firmware. It downloaded, but then the install failed. About 2 weeks later, it prompted me again, and once again it downloaded but then failed to install on the restart. I decided to download the latest firmware on the Asus website, but I have no option to install by SD Card once I'm in Droidboot. My only options are:
1. REBOOT
2. REBOOT DROIDBOOT
3. RECOVERY
4. POWER OFF
Can someone please help? Asus has been absolutely no help, as I just spent another hour yesterday "chatting" with the rep who knew absolutely nothing!
Thanks in advance, cheers!
Well, I guess I stumped everyone in here as well. I just sent the device back to Asus for the second time in 2 weeks. Let's see if they do anything more than just power on the device, deem it "working properly" and promptly send it back to me.
Shaundiesel said:
Hello,
I've already sent my device back to Asus, where they did absolutely nothing and just sent it right back to me. Complete waste of $16 shipping.
anyway, a while back I received a notification to update firmware. It downloaded, but then the install failed. About 2 weeks later, it prompted me again, and once again it downloaded but then failed to install on the restart. I decided to download the latest firmware on the Asus website, but I have no option to install by SD Card once I'm in Droidboot. My only options are:
1. REBOOT
2. REBOOT DROIDBOOT
3. RECOVERY
4. POWER OFF
Can someone please help? Asus has been absolutely no help, as I just spent another hour yesterday "chatting" with the rep who knew absolutely nothing!
Thanks in advance, cheers!
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I have (2) K01A MemoPad 170CX's, less than 30-days old. Both updated to 4.4.2 via OTA method running software Image Version: V11.2.3.27. (2014-12-23)
On one all of the sudden (and it may be a case the camera never worked) is when the camera is activated the cam app comes up for (3) seconds with the still icon lit up, then the video icon lights up as well for a (1) second then app exits to desktop with a "No Camera is found" error message.
I've been all over the net trying to find into on how to manually flash it.
According to the very cryptic info on ASUS website step # states:
"2. Download device software and Update SOP (From “Manual” Item)"
Googling for info on SOP, you download firmware in zip format, then do (1) extraction of the contents to a MicroSD card formated FAT32 to the root of the card. (After extraction there is a zip file named ifwi.zip that contains (4) *.bin files that remain inside the zip, you don't extract that zip.)
According to info on SOP, with device powered fully up inserting the sd card is supposed to bring up a prompt, a icon on the taskbar/, you click the prompt and the update process begins.
I'm not seeing that.
All I see when the SD card is inserted is a notification the SD is being prepared for use.
When trying to update via DROIDBOOT (W Fastboot wording at bottom of screen), with SD card inserted the DROIDBOOT menu isn't coming up, when I fire up DROIDBOOT without the SD card inserted and insert it DROIDBOOT does not recognize any change has occurred.
Wanted to try re-flashing WW_V11.2.3.27 as I've read in cases the camera gets the No camera found error message the camera firmware gets corrupted somehow. when you hit the return to home-screen icon too fast, I guess when app is in process of opening and it's closed before it initializes fully.
If that doesn't work, trying Version WW_V11.2.3.28 as I for sure don't want to have to send the device back to ASUS when a simple reflash of the firmware would get the camera working again.
Q: Are / were you getting the same results?
(I guess you didn't try SOP method?)
Q: I guess "Fastboot" means "neutered"? Is there a way to bypass? /enable all functions ASUS would not be able to detect if I have to send in unit for service?
Tried copying the contents of the removable SD card to the internal SD card folder...
Nada, zip, nothing.
ASUS needs to provide info on how to run the flash, I've never had this much trouble flashing a device.
WeAreNotAlone said:
I have (2) K01A MemoPad 170CX's, less than 30-days old. Both updated to 4.4.2 via OTA method running software Image Version: V11.2.3.27. (2014-12-23)
On one all of the sudden (and it may be a case the camera never worked) is when the camera is activated the cam app comes up for (3) seconds with the still icon lit up, then the video icon lights up as well for a (1) second then app exits to desktop with a "No Camera is found" error message.
I've been all over the net trying to find into on how to manually flash it.
According to the very cryptic info on ASUS website step # states:
"2. Download device software and Update SOP (From “Manual” Item)"
Googling for info on SOP, you download firmware in zip format, then do (1) extraction of the contents to a MicroSD card formated FAT32 to the root of the card. (After extraction there is a zip file named ifwi.zip that contains (4) *.bin files that remain inside the zip, you don't extract that zip.)
According to info on SOP, with device powered fully up inserting the sd card is supposed to bring up a prompt, a icon on the taskbar/, you click the prompt and the update process begins.
I'm not seeing that.
All I see when the SD card is inserted is a notification the SD is being prepared for use.
When trying to update via DROIDBOOT (W Fastboot wording at bottom of screen), with SD card inserted the DROIDBOOT menu isn't coming up, when I fire up DROIDBOOT without the SD card inserted and insert it DROIDBOOT does not recognize any change has occurred.
Wanted to try re-flashing WW_V11.2.3.27 as I've read in cases the camera gets the No camera found error message the camera firmware gets corrupted somehow. when you hit the return to home-screen icon too fast, I guess when app is in process of opening and it's closed before it initializes fully.
If that doesn't work, trying Version WW_V11.2.3.28 as I for sure don't want to have to send the device back to ASUS when a simple reflash of the firmware would get the camera working again.
Q: Are / were you getting the same results?
(I guess you didn't try SOP method?)
Q: I guess "Fastboot" means "neutered"? Is there a way to bypass? /enable all functions ASUS would not be able to detect if I have to send in unit for service?
Tried copying the contents of the removable SD card to the internal SD card folder...
Nada, zip, nothing.
ASUS needs to provide info on how to run the flash, I've never had this much trouble flashing a device.
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I tried everything under the sun....I extracted the zip, nothing. I left it as a zip, nothing. I went to recovery, nothing. You name it, I did it. So, I sent back to Asus for the second time in 2 weeks. I just checked the status of my RMA with Asus, and it states that "No trouble found." I'm not sure how NO TROUBLE IS FOUND when I can't even update to Asus latest firmware for their device? In addition, I do not get the options to try to manually update (Not that I should even have to go that route when it should be OTA). I will never own another Asus product. I've only had my tablet for 4 months, 2 1/2 months of which it sat in my desk, unused. Asus is garbage.
Did you remove any system files or freeze them? Did you root?
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Did you remove any system files or freeze them? Did you root?
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No I did not remove any system files or freeze them, that I know of. I rooted shortly after purchasing this, but unrooted the device about 2 weeks later.
Thoughts?
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Did you remove any system files or freeze them? Did you root?
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If you are talking to me in which camera(s) both seem to not be found by the OS ME170 is STOCK, STOCK, STOCK.
Contacted the vendor TigerDirect, noticed that they claim they will NOT do exchanges due to "manufacturers polices". While I realize it costs vendor (TigerDirect) to handle exchanges that wording could also indicate they have run the numbers and don't want to be bothered.
Reading about ASUS service, and my interaction with ASUS when I contacted them does not insipre incidence so I'm hoping to be able to flash the device and cameras will start functioning again.
In regards to the customer being able to flash a device (Which I done numerous times on other brands)
I know ASUS is a Asian based manufacturer and sells worldwide but they really need to have persons who can write in better ENGLISH.. ASUS needs to publish detailed instructions on how to flash device, additionally they need to update support pages with any drivers, tools to do so vs just posting the firmware with vaque reference to SOP.
Q: How long after firmware updates appears on ASUS site does OTA update get pushed?
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Just an update....
Just received my memo pad back, and it appears to be finally fixed. It took sending it back twice, and escalating to a supervisor, but it looks good now. I've actually received 3 firmware updates in 2 days, so it was REALLY behind! What firmware are you all running right now? I have WW-3.2.23.201.
I think 201 is the latest. Mine is still on 199 though and it won't try to update again since it failed a couple of weeks ago.

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