Easier root method? - 7" Kindle Fire HD Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey guys I'm new to this device thread, I've tried many way to root and all have failed miserably... I'm running 7.4.7 and am looking to root it, any help please?
Thanks
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I would use either binary's root or the root tool in kindle fire first aid, avoid the qemu method, it can make your kindle slow and you have to know what your doing to fix it from being slow. Lemme see if I can find a link.
Edit: link found! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
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Thanks! , how can I fix the issue where the computer won't pick up the kindle fire, where can I find the correct drivers?
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Jserrano56 said:
Thanks! , how can I fix the issue where the computer won't pick up the kindle fire, where can I find the correct drivers?
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Install SDK https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaNM-lt_aHw
Some updated ADB drivers are in the signature of Stunts, the guy who has been helping you in this thread.

Sorry was viewing this on my Kindle fire, I downloaded them and just got it working, I rooted it now and it's downgrading to 7.2.3 from there how would I install twrp? Sorry for the newbish questions
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I prefer this method for installing twrp, just make sure to check the box about downgrading the boot loader, because I'm not sure if when you said you downgraded if you ment the os or the bootloader, and if you haven't done that first you will get stuck with a red screen on reboot you can't fix without a fastboot cable. Make sure to stick a copy of the ROM you want to use and the gapps for it on the sdcard ahead of time though because it typically bootloops after you install twrp but it might not I don't remember which version implemented the stupid version check that causes that.
Anyways here's the link, read through it so you don't miss something: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909
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stunts513 said:
I would use either binary's root or the root tool in kindle fire first aid, avoid the qemu method, it can make your kindle slow and you have to know what your doing to fix it from being slow. Lemme see if I can find a link.
Edit: link found! http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1886460
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Qemu root is the one used in KFFA. and yeah, it causes major headaches.
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I bricked my Kindle fire... I messed up on twrp and bootloader... It only shows a red screen
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Jserrano56 said:
I bricked my Kindle fire... I messed up on twrp and bootloader... It only shows a red screen
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That sucks. You can try using a fastboot cord. It's a coin toss with a red screen as it's considered a hard brick.
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I ordered a factory cable and I have experience with command prompt is fastboot similar?
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Jserrano56 said:
I ordered a factory cable and I have experience with command prompt is fastboot similar?
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You can use this tool to restore http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1951254
Did you make a backup before attempting the mod? If you did, just push the files/images onto your KFHD7.
You will need a matching Amazon boot.img and system.img I would do some reading around Hashcodes thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2128848 He has the images needed. You can probably use the ones in the restore tool as well.
You will need to have SDK downloaded to get ADB/Fastboot commands recognized. Here is a video tutorial of that https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaNM-lt_aHw

LinearEquation said:
You can use this tool to restore http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1951254
Did you make a backup before attempting the mod? If you did, just push the files/images onto your KFHD7.
You will need a matching Amazon boot.img and system.img I would do some reading around Hashcodes thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2128848 He has the images needed. You can probably use the ones in the restore tool as well.
You will need to have SDK downloaded to get ADB/Fastboot commands recognized. Here is a video tutorial of that https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oaNM-lt_aHw
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Thanks and the back ups were made after I rooted it, but before I messed up the bootloader
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Jserrano56 said:
Thanks and the back ups were made after I rooted it, but before I messed up the bootloader
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You're welcome. I guess I meant did you pull the partitions to your computer first via a manual backup? This would have all your saved information on it and would be stored on your PC. Anywho, let us know how you fare.

LinearEquation said:
You're welcome. I guess I meant did you pull the partitions to your computer first via a manual backup? This would have all your saved information on it and would be stored on your PC. Anywho, let us know how you fare.
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Using that computer tool, uhh I forgot the name, Kindle Fire Aide or something like that to make my back up
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Jserrano56 said:
Using that computer tool, uhh I forgot the name, Kindle Fire Aide or something like that to make my back up
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You might do a search for "BACKUP" on your C: drive.

Guys I'm in need of help... I finally got my factory cable and all I keep getting is waiting for device when I'm trying to flash my bootloader
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Sounds like the drivers aren't installed, go into the device manager and right click what should be a device called something like tate-pvt with a triangle next to it and hit update drivers, download the drivers in my signature and extract them somewhere, then point the update driver update window to where you extracted my drivers and let them install. Make sure you check the md5sum of the boot loader file before flashing it.
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stunts513 said:
Sounds like the drivers aren't installed, go into the device manager and right click what should be a device called something like tate-pvt with a triangle next to it and hit update drivers, download the drivers in my signature and extract them somewhere, then point the update driver update window to where you extracted my drivers and let them install. Make sure you check the md5sum of the boot loader file before flashing it.
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Thanks I kept getting the tate-pvt and the yellow triangle but I didn't know what to do or so I just rage quit... I gave a factory cable and just need to fix it so after I update the drivers it'll fix everything as for as drivers and recognizing the device goes?
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Yes it should work fine after the drivers are installed.
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I tried it on Windows 7 and the Tate-pvt turns to Android Debug something... Basically ADB before I could manually update, like you know when you first plug in a device the computer automatically starts searching for the new drivers and well long story short it makes a noise when I plug it in and the ADB driver can not start....? I'm sooooooo confused... I know I'm probably looking like the biggest noob on xda... Help please, anyone?
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Need to FULL reset kindle to stock

I want to apply an OTA (7.4.8, I'm currently on 7.2.4) to my Kindle Fire HD 7" so that I can install fire flash.
Before the factory reset I disabled OTA updates.
I have rooted/tweaked it, then factory reset it, then tried but the OTA is installing screen crashes. Then the update button becomes grey.
The OTA is installing screen just appears for a second then crashes. It also deletes my update bin file from "kindleupdates" and forms a ".nomedia" file.
I need help with an answer for at least one of these questions:
Is there a way to flash TWRP safely without fire flash?
Is there a way to flash the OTA without using the device interface?
Do I need to FULL reset the KFHD7 to fix this OTA crash issue?
Thanks!
BTW now I rooted the KFHD and replaced otacerts.zip properly but automatic updates still do not work.
You don't need 7.4.8 for fire flash to work... You just install it and make sure to check off the downgrade bootloader box plus the others mentioned in the tutorial. There is another method of doing this from command prompt, however I recommend verifying the bootloader md5sum so you don't hard brick if you choose that method.
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stunts513 said:
You don't need 7.4.8 for fire flash to work... You just install it and make sure to check off the downgrade bootloader box plus the others mentioned in the tutorial. There is another method of doing this from command prompt, however I recommend verifying the bootloader md5sum so you don't hard brick if you choose that method.
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Thanks, but when I install fireflash, it asks for root access. I grant it that, then a box pops up with "fire flash has stopped." Tried multiple reboots, reinstalls, clear app date, force stop, etc but no avail. I think I need the update.. and for the cmd method could you please walk me through? Thanks!
Fireflash was made back when this os version was out... Just factory reset the device or do the method from this thread and check the md5sum I mentioned: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2128848
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stunts513 said:
Fireflash was made back when this os version was out... Just factory reset the device or do the method from this thread and check the md5sum I mentioned: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2128848
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Hi, thanks for the help so far.. So the cmd method is compatible with any edition of the Kindle Fire Hd 7" right? I have no idea what edition I have (2012, 2013, idk) and I don't want a brick. I factory reset twice and tried fire flash, not working. Thanks!
This post is in conjunction with my problem here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=51735816
2013 models can't have twrp and second bootloader, only root. If your is is 7.x.x then use that tutorial, otherwise you have to use the one for your device or you would flash incompatible files that could hard brick it.
10.x.x =kf2
8.x.x=hd8.9
11.x.x=2013 hd
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stunts513 said:
2013 models can't have twrp and second bootloader, only root. If your is is 7.x.x then use that tutorial, otherwise you have to use the one for your device or you would flash incompatible files that could hard brick it.
10.x.x =kf2
8.x.x=hd8.9
11.x.x=2013 hd
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I'm on 7.2.4.. thanks, I'll try that soon.
EDIT: Is the fastboot cable compulsory? And I'm scared I might brick it though
Sorry to bother you again but I'm havin some issues..
I don't have a fastboot cable, how do I get it into fastboot?
When taking the stock partitions backup, do I keep the device powered on?
Where do I run all the commands from? cmd.exe or something else from the android SDK?
Thanks!
BTW I checked all the MD5 stuff. All of them are good. And I CAN'T buy a fastboot cable, what do I do?
Pray you don't mess this up because a fastboot cable will be required if you brick it, you can make them if you have a soldering iron. Anyways first answer is run this
Code:
adb shell "su -c 'reboot bootloader'"
that will kick it into fastboot and give you a root prompt on the kindle if you haven't had one before for adb.
If your second question was do I leave the device on while pulling the files from the device then the answer is yes.
Lastly yes this is all from a command prompt, if you don't wanna download the entire SDK I think I have the programs needed in a tutorial thread I made, just look for threads I have created, it is the only tutorial I ever posted and I don't have a lot of threads so it's easy to find.
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stunts513 said:
Pray you don't mess this up because a fastboot cable will be required if you brick it, you can make them if you have a soldering iron. Anyways first answer is run this
Code:
adb shell "su -c 'reboot bootloader'"
that will kick it into fastboot and give you a root prompt on the kindle if you haven't had one before for adb.
If your second question was do I leave the device on while pulling the files from the device then the answer is yes.
Lastly yes this is all from a command prompt, if you don't wanna download the entire SDK I think I have the programs needed in a tutorial thread I made, just look for threads I have created, it is the only tutorial I ever posted and I don't have a lot of threads so it's easy to find.
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I got the SDK with me. But I have no idea how to configure it to install fastboot drivers, etc.
What if the device kicks into fastboot but I can't exit fastboot because the drivers aren't working? Then what do I do?
Thanks..
I wouldn't bother setting up the sdk personally, I would just grab what you need off the forum. The drivers in my signature will work for this. I have a zip file with adb and fastboot in it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2459498
I think it kicks out of fastboot when you hold the power button, but if it comes down to it just use a Ubuntu 13.10 live CD/USB, its fairly simple, no drivers needed and the fastboot and adb commands are available in the repos. The drivers in my signature are unsigned so on windows 8 they require driver signature enforcement to be disabled but other than that they should work.
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stunts513 said:
I wouldn't bother setting up the sdk personally, I would just grab what you need off the forum. The drivers in my signature will work for this. I have a zip file with adb and fastboot in it here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2459498
I think it kicks out of fastboot when you hold the power button, but if it comes down to it just use a Ubuntu 13.10 live CD/USB, its fairly simple, no drivers needed and the fastboot and adb commands are available in the repos. The drivers in my signature are unsigned so on windows 8 they require driver signature enforcement to be disabled but other than that they should work.
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I'm using this tutorial, and is it safe to use Step 13 to 20? Are those necessary? (Tutorial: http://www.theandroidroot.com/how-to...dk-on-windows/ )
BTW I'm NOT going near live CD booting again. VirtualBox is fine.
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I'm using this tutorial, and is it safe to use Step 13 to 20? Are those necessary? (Tutorial: http://www.theandroidroot.com/how-to...dk-on-windows/ )
BTW I'm NOT going near live CD booting again. VirtualBox is fine.
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Link is no good. Use the tutorials available using the search engine.
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LinearEquation said:
Link is no good. Use the tutorials available using the search engine.
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All the tutorials I find are different.. and I don't get any commands when I type in "adb" in cmd even after I install the SDK. What components do I install? And why is it so complicated just to flash KitKat on a Kindle Fire HD 7"?
Just grab the zip in the link I posted, extract it somewhere, and right click the folder while holding shift and hit "new command window here" and then try running adb or fastboot from that command prompt.
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Just grab the zip in the link I posted, extract it somewhere, and right click the folder while holding shift and hit "new command window here" and then try running adb or fastboot from that command prompt.
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Nvm, just copied cmd.exe to my platform-tools folder and commands seem to be working. I should get started on this tutorial but I'm wondering if I can use flasher.. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2685414
Seems easier, but any precautions I should take for flasher, and does it work on a Kindle Fire Hd 7.2.4?
Ty
It should work, I prefer doing this kinda stuff manually myself, because I verify md5sum's with my own eyes and such. Automation on delicate processes isn't always a great thing, it I haven't used that utility before so I can't really vouch for it. No offense to the creator.
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stunts513 said:
It should work, I prefer doing this kinda stuff manually myself, because I verify md5sum's with my own eyes and such. Automation on delicate processes isn't always a great thing, it I haven't used that utility before so I can't really vouch for it. No offense to the creator.
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Thanks, and I verified the mds from 2 sets of files.
Should be good. And I just don't hope I end up with a brick.
+1 thanks for all your help
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I haven't used that utility before so I can't really vouch for it. No offense to the creator.
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[Q] Cannot install ADB driver

When I try to install the Kindle fire ADB driver, at the very end, I get a dialog saying the driver did not install properly, or I need to reboot. I reboot and plug my kindle in, and I see the ADB driver show up in device manager. However, adb devices does not recognize it.
The EXACT same file and installation on a different computer worked perfectly fine. Both are Windows 8.1. Any suggestions to get it working on the other (newer) laptop?
My Nexus 5 is recognized by BOTH laptops via adb by the way.
I think you need to turn off driver signature verification. .
https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&sou...X-uvrC5tOQbkuNzZg&sig2=hNyRRZDUCgYwT1bb0LIn5w
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I think you need to turn off driver signature verification. .
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Well, a few things. I don't get an error about the driver signature. 2nd, it installed perfectly fine without any disabling on my other laptop. 3rd, I actually tried that already, it makes no difference - driver installs, I get an error, and ADB doesn't work.
I don't have windows 8 so I'm shooting from the hip. Try using other USB ports. If that doesn't work, you could try the version of adb in my signature and see if that works.
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I don't have windows 8 so I'm shooting from the hip. Try using other USB ports. If that doesn't work, you could try the version of adb in my signature and see if that works.
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No problem, I appreciate the help. I tried both USB ports already as well (I'm not one of those people who posts on the first failed attempt, I literally tried everything I know). I've also tried the universal ADB drivers, no help.
I'll check out your version of ADB, though I think it's something with the driver and/or installation process. It's just odd that my Nexus 5 connects to ADB fine.
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No problem, I appreciate the help. I tried both USB ports already as well (I'm not one of those people who posts on the first failed attempt, I literally tried everything I know). I've also tried the universal ADB drivers, no help.
I'll check out your version of ADB, though I think it's something with the driver and/or installation process. It's just odd that my Nexus 5 connects to ADB fine.
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You must disable MS driver security or you will not be able to install the drivers manually which you need to do (at this point. Use Stunts modified drivers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2459498
Edit: Check his signature in the OP at the link.
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I had a similar issue with the adb that was included with the binary root. It would never see my device, but the older adb version saw it just fine. I had to replace the adb files in the binary root with the ones from the Kindle fire utility (1st Gen Kindle tool).
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update 7.4.7

my KFHD7 messed up, anyone have update-kindle7.4.7? need bootloader ,boot,recovery files, Why Amazon not offer choice to upgrade? NOT GOOD !
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my KFHD7 messed up, anyone have update-kindle7.4.7? need bootloader ,boot,recovery files, Why Amazon not offer choice to upgrade? NOT GOOD !
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Amazon don't offer those because they don't want you to fool with the tablet. Use SRT http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1951254 you'll need a fastboot cord as well to flash those.
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They do supply on website , but already updated to 7.4.8. And think they have disabled the fastboot cable from 7.4.7 my kfhd is dead
Just trying to get files as someone is close to fixing a hardbrick
xxxo said:
They do supply on website , but already updated to 7.4.8. And think they have disabled the fastboot cable from 7.4.7 my kfhd is dead
Just trying to get files as someone is close to fixing a hardbrick
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They supply bin which are not images that can be flashed with fastboot commands. You need to get a fastboot cord. This will tell you if your tablet is hard bricked or not. The fastboot cord will energize the tablet. If it does you can flash the factory images.
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[Q] Kindle Fire HD 2013 model rooting help

I'm having two issues with my Kindle Fire HD 2013 model. First I can't get it to be recognized by my laptop, it was once before but ever since it hasn't been. Secondly I'd like to root the Kindle so that I can add apps from Google Play. So far, the only was to root the device that I've found are by connecting it to the PC. Is there anyway to root it without hooking it up via USB? Also, does anyone think they could help me? I'd really appreciate any help.
Find a one-click no computer root tool for android.... it accepts apks just so you know... go find one and download a apk of it then install and click root button done
I would recommend TowelRoot
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I searched for hours and couldn't find any. I checked out TowelRoot and it's $30. Any other ideas?
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I searched for hours and couldn't find any. I checked out TowelRoot and it's $30. Any other ideas?
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Sorry man,the Kindle's system is different fro generic android. Even towelroot won't work. You should go to kfsowi.com and check out the rooting guide.
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I REALLY need one that does require a PC. My laptop won't recognize my Kindle and therefore I can't use it to root it.
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You need kindle suite and a fastboot cable.
Get kindle suite here:
https://plus.google.com/app/basic/communities/115612726860884592519
Buy a fastboot cable on eBay.
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Also, sounds like you have a driver problem. Uninstall any kindle drivers. Uninstall the device from your PC. Reinstall the kindle fire HD drivers and the abd drivers. Plug it back in.
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You need kindle suite and a fastboot cable.
Get kindle suite here:
https://plus.google.com/app/basic/communities/115612726860884592519
Buy a fastboot cable on eBay.
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Also, sounds like you have a driver problem. Uninstall any kindle drivers. Uninstall the device from your PC. Reinstall the kindle fire HD drivers and the abd drivers. Plug it back in.
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Thanks for that
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[/COLOR]Also, sounds like you have a driver problem. Uninstall any kindle drivers. Uninstall the device from your PC. Reinstall the kindle fire HD drivers and the abd drivers. Plug it back in.
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Actually, I've uninstalled anything Kindle related and reinstalled a few times.
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Sorry, searched FLASHboot. Lol
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LOL xD
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SafinWasi said:
Sorry man,the Kindle's system is different fro generic android. Even towelroot won't work. You should go to kfsowi.com and check out the rooting guide.
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Hi
My Kindle OS is 11.3.2,5 and the guide only goes up to 11.3.2.4,question is will it work on mine ?
Thanks
Wiz
Link broken. Is there a better source?
Can I use fastboot to flash a rom even though I do not have root? I do have a working fastboot cable, but I'm on the latest version of the Kindle OS and there is no root for it.
Android_Monsters said:
You need kindle suite and a fastboot cable.
Get kindle suite here:
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Buy a fastboot cable on eBay.
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Kindle Fire 7 5th Gen

Hey guys. I've tried rooting my new Kindle Fire 7 5th Gen but the furthest I get is to the fastboot screen "waiting for device" and nothing else happens. I have downloaded and installed the device utilizes and the kindle's serial is recognized by the root program. Any ideas on what I may be missing or what may be causing the issue?
P.S I was able to install the Google Play Store using a similar program no problem. And everything seems to be working fine with that.
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Hey guys. I've tried rooting my new Kindle Fire 7 5th Gen but the furthest I get is to the fastboot screen "waiting for device" and nothing else happens. I have downloaded and installed the device utilizes and the kindle's serial is recognized by the root program. Any ideas on what I may be missing or what may be causing the issue?
P.S I was able to install the Google Play Store using a similar program no problem. And everything seems to be working fine with that.
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How are you trying to root? Which method? Filename of root method? Did you watch the video?
I used the method used by Root Junky in his YouTube video.
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I used the method used by Root Junky in his YouTube video.
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having the same issue
i too was able to install google play and remove adds
did you happen to get a fix?
No. Still searching for one. I've heard something about a twrp boot but its a more complicated process and I don't want to risk bricking my device unless I get a tutorial that breaks it down simply. I guess I'll just be waiting for another method if one comes along.
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having the same issue
i too was able to install google play and remove adds
did you happen to get a fix?
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No. Still searching for one. I've heard something about a twrp boot but its a more complicated process and I don't want to risk bricking my device unless I get a tutorial that breaks it down simply. I guess I'll just be waiting for another method if one comes along.
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TheKhrish said:
No. Still searching for one. I've heard something about a twrp boot but its a more complicated process and I don't want to risk bricking my device unless I get a tutorial that breaks it down simply. I guess I'll just be waiting for another method if one comes along.
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see the cm12 video, it shows how to boot twrp
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63943805
[Videos] Tutorials on how to root, flash roms and more on the Amazon Fire 5th gen.
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sd_shadow said:
see the cm12 video, it shows how to boot twrp
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=63943805
[Videos] Tutorials on how to root, flash roms and more on the Amazon Fire 5th gen.
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Thanks a ton! I'll check it out. Hope its safe.
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TheKhrish said:
Thanks a ton! I'll check it out. Hope its safe.
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It's pretty safe, bootloader is locked, which means critical partitions are protected (bootloader, recovery...)
I have also posted some unbrick instructions here
Unbrick/Restore Stock 2015 Amazon Fire (KFFOWI/Ford) with custom recovery
Me Too... Check this...
I'm having the same problems... Check your device manager, when device boots to "fastboot" scren, are you getting a Yellow "Other Devices" with "Android" in it? instead of the ADB Composite under "Android Devices" the video says to look for?
I think I figured out the problem... Now just still looking for a solution.
Edited 30 min later:
I think I found it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/howto-install-drivers-adb-fastboot-mode-t3236187
You need to force it to use the drivers that have already been installed, just didn't get applied correctly for some reason.
Let us know if this helped... or not
AriDiz said:
I'm having the same problems... Check your device manager, when device boots to "fastboot" scren, are you getting a Yellow "Other Devices" with "Android" in it? instead of the ADB Composite under "Android Devices" the video says to look for?
I think I figured out the problem... Now just still looking for a solution.
Edited 30 min later:
I think I found it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/howto-install-drivers-adb-fastboot-mode-t3236187
You need to force it to use the drivers that have already been installed, just didn't get applied correctly for some reason.
Let us know if this helped... or not
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its saying "fire" under portable devices and there is no "android devices" listed in device manager for some reason only "other devices" in which the tablet is not displaying at all
i tried the update driver software but when i point to to what the instructions tell me to windows shows an error saying there is no files compatible with my device? so im stuck
There is a stumbling block which isn't mentioned in the videos. You will need to install the driver via
Device manager
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Browse my computer for driver software
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let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer
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All
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Have disk
At this stage point to the folder containing the driver you downloaded.
As you go through the process of rooting etc you will come to a point where it says "Fast boot" on the tablet and "Press any key to continue" on your pc, this is where the process stops dead, you need go through the driver process again while everything is still plugged in and running, you will see the device name is different this time plus it uses a different driver this time.
Everything else is as the video shows.
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Connorsdad said:
There is a stumbling block which isn't mentioned in the videos. You will need to install the driver via
Device manager
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Browse my computer for driver software
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let me pick from a list of device drivers on my computer
-
All
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Have disk
At this stage point to the folder containing the driver you downloaded.
As you go through the process of rooting etc you will come to a point where it says "Fast boot" on the tablet and "Press any key to continue" on your pc, this is where the process stops dead, you need go through the driver process again while everything is still plugged in and running, you will see the device name is different this time plus it uses a different driver this time.
Everything else is as the video shows.
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i am now rooted THANKS SO MUCH!! i cant believe they glossed over that small detail! :good: :laugh:
AriDiz said:
I'm having the same problems... Check your device manager, when device boots to "fastboot" scren, are you getting a Yellow "Other Devices" with "Android" in it? instead of the ADB Composite under "Android Devices" the video says to look for?
I think I figured out the problem... Now just still looking for a solution.
Edited 30 min later:
I think I found it:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/amazon-fire/general/howto-install-drivers-adb-fastboot-mode-t3236187
You need to force it to use the drivers that have already been installed, just didn't get applied correctly for some reason.
Let us know if this helped... or not
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Thanks Mate! I will try this as soon as possible and let you know if it works. I'd much rather root than install a whole new software so I've been holding out for a while.
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TheKhrish said:
Thanks Mate! I will try this as soon as possible and let you know if it works. I'd much rather root than install a whole new software so I've been holding out for a while.
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Thanks again Mate! It worked! Finally! I went to device manager while in fastboot mode and sure enough it showed that the drivers weren't installed correctly. As soon as I manually installed them again I was able to finish the root process. Thanks!?
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Lucky Patcher here I come ??
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TheKhrish said:
Lucky Patcher here I come ??
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Just so you know, all mentions of that particular app are not allowed at xda. It's considered piracy, warez, what have you.
I didn't know. I'll remove it if I get confirmation.
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I have seen a whole discussion on lucky patcher quite some time ago that was never removed. It focused more on how it works, how to protect against it.
I do not believe simply mentioning the name lucky patcher is banned. It is recommending it for piracy that is not permitted. TheKhrish made zero mention of what she used LP for. People who were previously unfamiliar would not have even known it could be used for piracy.
blueberry.sky said:
I have seen a whole discussion on lucky patcher quite some time ago that was never removed. It focused more on how it works, how to protect against it.
I do not believe simply mentioning the name lucky patcher is banned. It is recommending it for piracy that is not permitted. TheKhrish made zero mention of what he used LP for. People who were previously unfamiliar would not have even known it could be used for piracy.
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Thanks for clarifying Blueberry. I do not intend to use LP illegally. Just as I use Flex for IOS (Apple) I use it as one way of practicing my developer skills while I try to learn. Just as a hobby.
P.S And I'm a she.
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