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Kindle fire HD 7 7.4.7 newbie

Hi I just bought my first Kindle fire HD 7 7.4.7 from best buy, I do not like how amazon os lay out, I see peoples using android os , I do not know where to start, can any one show me where to go from here.

First you need to root it with binary's root method, do not even consider using kindle fire utility or you will hard brick. Next read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909
That will get you where you want to go. Two notes I want to add, put the ROM you wanna use on your sdcard ahead of time because your kindle will boot loop after you install 2nd boot loader and twrp, and the only thing you can do is go into recovery. Second note, when flashing the second boot loader and twrp, make sure to check the first check box about downgrading the boot loader with the red text under it, if you don't you will have a red screen on boot that will only be fixable by using a fastboot cable.
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stunts513 said:
First you need to root it with binary's root method, do not even consider using kindle fire utility or you will hard brick. Next read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909
That will get you where you want to go. Two notes I want to add, put the ROM you wanna use on your sdcard ahead of time because your kindle will boot loop after you install 2nd boot loader and twrp, and the only thing you can do is go into recovery. Second note, when flashing the second boot loader and twrp, make sure to check the first check box about downgrading the boot loader with the red text under it, if you don't you will have a red screen on boot that will only be fixable by using a fastboot cable.
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So you tell me this kindle fire hd 7 with 7.4.7 running jelly bean os ? , btw what roms is best for play flash video, watch youtube.netflix and some gaming,
I read over thread, I wish there a video

Yes you can run jellybean based OS's like cm, 10.1, and cm 10.2, hashcode just released a kit at build of cm 11 though and technically that's the most up to date version of android, though it probably might have a few bugs that are being smoothed out since I think it was released less than a week ago.
There are videos on the net but some come with the files for specific devices, and if you use the strong filled you could end up with a hard brick. The fire flash method is pretty straight forward, as long as you follow the advice I mentioned I think you should be ok.
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stunts513 said:
Yes you can run jellybean based OS's like cm, 10.1, and cm 10.2, hashcode just released a kit at build of cm 11 though and technically that's the most up to date version of android, though it probably might have a few bugs that are being smoothed out since I think it was released less than a week ago.
There are videos on the net but some come with the files for specific devices, and if you use the strong filled you could end up with a hard brick. The fire flash method is pretty straight forward, as long as you follow the advice I mentioned I think you should be ok.
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what roms version is most peoples is using ?

I would guess cm 10.2 and cm 10.2 based ROMs, but that's likely to change now with cm 11 out since it uses less ram. You can try more than one and see which one you like the most. I'm still sticking with a cm 10.1 build because of a tablet patch I made for it that I couldn't get to work on cm 10.2, but that's just me, I would be on one of the newer builds if it weren't for this.
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stunts513 said:
First you need to root it with binary's root method, do not even consider using kindle fire utility or you will hard brick. Next read this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2271909
That will get you where you want to go. Two notes I want to add, put the ROM you wanna use on your sdcard ahead of time because your kindle will boot loop after you install 2nd boot loader and twrp, and the only thing you can do is go into recovery. Second note, when flashing the second boot loader and twrp, make sure to check the first check box about downgrading the boot loader with the red text under it, if you don't you will have a red screen on boot that will only be fixable by using a fastboot cable.
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Hi, Is this method confirmed working on the 3rd Gen KFHD7 (2013) on 7.4.7?

3rd gen's don't run 7.4.7... That would be a second gen if it's running that os version.
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stunts513 said:
3rd gen's don't run 7.4.7... That would be a second gen if it's running that os version.
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I just assumed it was a 3rd gen as it was bought new for xmas, I'm glad it's not now and I can totally get rid of amazons crap system.
Thank you for your help

[Q] OS X Mavericks ADB not working

Hi guys,
I usually don't ask stupid questions on forums but meanwhile I have no idea what to.
I got my Kindle Fire HD 7" (newest version) from amazon.
Now I tried to install CM11 but I stuck at the ADB connection.
I meanwhile tried it under OS X Mavericks and Win8. Always the same.
I already know that I installed the adb and the fastboot correctly. Because if I plug in my Nexus 4 its recognized.
The ADB on the kindle is activated. But it doesnt appear in the terminal.
Kindle FW 11.3.2.2
Would be happy if someone could help me.

Don't proceed further, that is a 2013 kfhd, you can't install ROMs on those, you will brick it. There's only root access for that device, but you will need a fastboot cable for the rooting process last I heard.
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Hi,
is there a way to root my Kindle Fire HD 7 11.3.2.2 on OS X Mavericks.
I can't find instructions and downloads for hot-to anywhere? :roll eyes:
Thanks in advance for your help.
RAFd3v said:
Hi guys,
I usually don't ask stupid questions on forums but meanwhile I have no idea what to.
I got my Kindle Fire HD 7" (newest version) from amazon.
Now I tried to install CM11 but I stuck at the ADB connection.
I meanwhile tried it under OS X Mavericks and Win8. Always the same.
I already know that I installed the adb and the fastboot correctly. Because if I plug in my Nexus 4 its recognized.
The ADB on the kindle is activated. But it doesnt appear in the terminal.
Kindle FW 11.3.2.2
Would be happy if someone could help me.
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The only ROM available for the 2013 KFHD is the kindle water one AFAIK
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The only ROM available for the 2013 KFHD is the kindle water one AFAIK.

[Q] Lock Screen is Locked !!

I had rooted my Kindle Fire HD and working perfectly with Go Launcher.
By mistake , I Factory Reset the Kindle in the Settings Menu. The Kindle erased all the Data and Apps ( Not a problem for me) and rebooted.
It now starts up on the Lock Screen ( as before) but I am not able to swipe the lock and open the screen. Tried powering on several times , but no luck.
Please Help !!

One more info...
Just to add that when I connect the Kindle with the USB cable to my PC (Win 7) , the Kindle is recognized and I can see the folders/files in Windows Explorer.

Do you have adb access?
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Do you have adb access?
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Yes. Just downloaded it. But I am a Noob .

when I run adb devices at the command prompt , no devices show up under "List of Devices Attached"
Do note that I am not able to access Settings to turn ADB On

OK then you don't have adb access. You are stuck with one option, use a fastboot cable to restore the system partition. Kindle fire first aid or SRT should do the trick. If you don't have a fastboot cable I recommend the team blackhat ones, they are a known place to get them that are confirmed working. There's a link to them in hashcode's 2nd bootloader + twrp tutorial thread.
This is the 2012 kfhd with the camera correct?
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MY Kindle Remains Locked ....
stunts513 said:
OK then you don't have adb access. You are stuck with one option, use a fastboot cable to restore the system partition. Kindle fire first aid or SRT should do the trick. If you don't have a fastboot cable I recommend the team blackhat ones, they are a known place to get them that are confirmed working. There's a link to them in hashcode's 2nd bootloader + twrp tutorial thread.
This is the 2012 kfhd with the camera correct?
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Many Thanks for all the help. I am in Bangalore , India and am not able to get a fastboot cable. I will be visiting the US for about 10 days from the 1st of August. Can you guide me as to where I could send the Kindle for repair so that I get it back in about 10 Days. I shall send it from a US address (Denver) and would like it to be returned to the same address (Denver). Could it be rooted to 4.2 or 4.4 ? What would it cost ?
Appreciate all your help , once again .
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I have no idea where you could send it to get it done, I would offer my services personally but unfortunately I just got a job and am very busy and I lack a fastboot cable/adapter. I think prokennexusa might but Idk. You can run the latest kitkat based android on the device once a ROM is flashed on it. Maybe you can get a fastboot adapter while in the USA? They are a good idea to have in case you brick it again. I'm a bit of a hypocrite for saying that as in don't have one, but I figured if the time comes I can solder one together out of a spare cable or buy one if none of my cables have the pin I would have to solder.
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You can send it to me. I'll do it up for you. You can get Fastboot cord for cheap on eBay too. They are nothing more than a stock Motorola cord. If you have one of those that would work too.
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7.4.9 never been rooted ... how can I root it now?

I have a Kindle Fire HD that has never been rooted (although I tried like heck last night when it was 7.4.8) and today I see it is 7.4.9 and have been told this is unrootable? Is this correct?
If so, is there anyway to add the Google Play store without rooting. I bought this on eBay listed as unable to be registered but I didn't care because I didn't want the Fire OS, my plan was to make it a full fledged android tablet with a custom ROM.
What can I do now?

GameGuru41 said:
I have a Kindle Fire HD that has never been rooted (although I tried like heck last night when it was 7.4.8) and today I see it is 7.4.9 and have been told this is unrootable? Is this correct?
If so, is there anyway to add the Google Play store without rooting. I bought this on eBay listed as unable to be registered but I didn't care because I didn't want the Fire OS, my plan was to make it a full fledged android tablet with a custom ROM.
What can I do now?
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Fastboot with a fastboot cable or maybe a "adb reboot bootloader" if you get lucky, then downgrade the os with kindle fire first aid, proceed with the usual procedure.
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Ok I ordered a fast boot factory cable today. Do I have to downgrade or can I just use the cable install a custom ROM?

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Ok I ordered a fast boot factory cable today. Do I have to downgrade or can I just use the cable install a custom ROM?
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I just flashed my 7.4.9 KFHD 2012 with CM11 - I used the tutorial on the CM wiki...Worked perfectly.

medeman said:
I just flashed my 7.4.9 KFHD 2012 with CM11 - I used the tutorial on the CM wiki...Worked perfectly.
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Did you first root your device? Did you use a fastbootcable?
Thx in common

Even though this says for the 2013 version of the Kindle Fire HD, it does work on the the HD 7 running 7.4.9. It is how I rooted mine. You will have to manually install SuperSu which you can get from Chainfire's site.

medeman said:
I just flashed my 7.4.9 KFHD 2012 with CM11 - I used the tutorial on the CM wiki...Worked perfectly.
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Im trying that tonight on a kfhd 8.9 with the 8.4.9 Hoping i can get in to go to fastboot. If i can not get this going soon i may fix it permanently using the microwave technique (as in putting the kinlde fire in a 1000watt microwave oven for 10 minutes and cooking it...)
If it comes down to this maybe ill record it for all to see haha.
Stupid amazon and their forcing us in to the x.4.9 update. This should not be legal for any company to do period. Would be like a auto maker sneaking in to your driveway and removing your performance enhancing upgrades and using a welding torch to put their factory garbage back on. And yes it is the same idea. We all root or kindles and other android devices (and apple products) to give us a better performing and or more feture rich device. Those who do this understand this voids the warranty and are not worried about that at all. Heck many of us own tablets etc that are long out of warranty so amazon etc will not even need to worry about that side of thing.
Sorry for the venting but yeesh this is irritating

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Did you first root your device? Did you use a fastbootcable?
Thx in common
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No my device wasn't rooted and barely used at all at this point.
I did use a fastboot cable, yeah...

I also have 7.4.9 and rooted it with Root with Restore by Bin4ary, using Option 1, via ADB. Worked just as it did with previous OS.
KFFirstAide didn't root it.
What did you try to root it with?

Issue with rooting 7.4.9
I tried using the root with recovery binary to root my kindle fire hd, but it won't run fireflash, and busy box was not included when it rooted. Am I missing something here? It's a Kindle Fire HD 7", running 7.4.9.

Downgrade it with SRT or kffa, it will be pre-rooted. You may need a fastboot cable to do this though if "adb reboot bootloader" doesn't do the trick.

[Q] 2nd Generation 7" HD problems

I bought a Kindle Fire HD (2013) because it is supposed to be safer to root than the HDX. My HDX rooted fine with TowelRoot and I have Google Play, etc., installed. My plan was to root the HD and install KitKat. I made the mistake of updating the OS (so that it would not update after I had rooted) and TowelRoot won't work on this device. System version is 11.3.2.5_user_325001620 Build date 8/5/14.
I have a fastboot cable and it works.
I do have access to a PC, but it is a media center and awkward to use. I've seen a lot of videos that seem to refer to the older version of the HD.
Can someone help get started in the right direction on rooting and installing TWRP, etc.
(This is what Amazon still sells as the Kindle Fire HD, Most of this forum seems to be about the older version.)
Thanks!!

Look at this thread. If your PC doesn't correctly detect your Kindle in fastboot mode, try installing PdaNet drivers. Also, make a backup- it saved me when I accidentally bricked the Kindle later (not as part of this guide).