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[Tutorial] How To Root Nexus 5 Lollipop 5.0.1

Hi Everyone, I am Pushkar Dua just wanted to share a rooting guide for Nexus 5 Android 5.0.1
As many people Reported that Root has stopped working after the 5.0.1 Update or previous Binaries lead device to Boot Loop,
Please Download Latest Binaries That i am providing here: http://download.chainfire.eu/641/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.40.zip
And flash it with TWRP recovery..
Please Use TWRP Version 2.8.1.0 as people reported some problems in latest 2.8.2.0 version.
Downlaload TWRP 2.8.1.0
Please note: if you're having a problem with twrp 2.8.1.0 asking for password..
Please use twrp 2.0.4.5
just reboot to system and you will have root access..
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Thanks
Thanks To @Chainfire for making this!
Original Thread for SuperSU : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1538053 Root Nexus 5 Lollipop 5.0.1

Hey!
Thanks a lot. Really helped solve my problem!

No problem

This doesn't belong in Development.

Actually i am not sure where should this be.. I'd request modders to please move it to the correct board!

Thanks man!

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Since you've probably lost your custom recovery upgrading to 5.0.1, you can grab the TWRP images for Nexus 5 here: http://techerrata.com/browse/twrp2/hammerhead
I believe you need to use 2.8.1.0 since 2.8.2.0 either doesn't work or is causing problems for many users.

CF-Auto-root is still OK. I just tried

wondertx said:
CF-Auto-root is still OK. I just tried
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Isn't CF-Auto root adding files from the 5.0 release over the 5.0.1 ? Isn't it safer to wait for a 5.0.1 autoroot?

wondertx said:
CF-Auto-root is still OK. I just tried
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How did you update from a rooted (with CF-Auto Root) 5.0 to 5.0.1 you just received the OTA and installed it without any problems ?
I like to know because i am on 5.0 stock just rooted with CF_Auto root.

So no more need for CF-Auto?
Just flashing SuperSU zip with TWRP is enough?

I flashed a Custom Rom Using TWRP which doesn't have any root permission...

MrKaon said:
So no more need for CF-Auto?
Just flashing SuperSU zip with TWRP is enough?
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Yes... Just Flashing with TWRP Is Enough!

Guys, i installed the 5.0.1 update by fastboot flashing system, boot and radio. I lost my custom recovery tho (CWR). I now tried to install TWRP, but after flashing the recovery image, the recovery still hasnt changed. Could i just flash CRW or should i use TWRP for this version?

Ubichinon said:
Guys, i installed the 5.0.1 update by fastboot flashing system, boot and radio. I lost my custom recovery tho (CWR). I now tried to install TWRP, but after flashing the recovery image, the recovery still hasnt changed. Could i just flash CRW or should i use TWRP for this version?
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have you tried wugfresh's nexus toolkit to flash TWRP recovery???
maybe that works........ waiting for ur response... let me know..

pushkardua said:
have you tried wugfresh's nexus toolkit to flash TWRP recovery???
maybe that works........ waiting for ur response... let me know..
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This. I flash with it here since 4.4.4 and it did everything just fine. Not only it is an app to automatically root, but it gives very good hints, and provides lots of others features like installing Apks, getting a adb prompt, and so much more. Greatest third party Android app I have tried. Highly recommended, didn't even had to wait they update it for 5.0.1, as soon I got the 5.0.1 OTA notification, Nexus Root Toolkit was already ready for it.

Ubichinon said:
Guys, i installed the 5.0.1 update by fastboot flashing system, boot and radio. I lost my custom recovery tho (CWR). I now tried to install TWRP, but after flashing the recovery image, the recovery still hasnt changed. Could i just flash CRW or should i use TWRP for this version?
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This is lollipop security, custom recover wouldn't stick, after each reboot it will replaced with stock one, of course there is a way to make it sticky just search the forum.
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk

MrKaon said:
So no more need for CF-Auto?
Just flashing SuperSU zip with TWRP is enough?
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That's always been enough. You can use Cf's auto root if you don't want to use a custom recovery.

Molitro said:
That's always been enough. You can use Cf's auto root if you don't want to use a custom recovery.
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I had similar discussion with Chainfire:
MrKaon said:
So guys for rooting lollipop on Nexus 5 stock all I need is flashing latest zip with TWRP?
No more need to flash modified kernel?
Sent from my Nexus 5 using Tapatalk
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Chainfire said:
Initial root requires using CFAR. You can update using TWRP afterwards.
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Get Root after Update to Lollipop on T-800 (WIFI)

Here is what I had to do to get ROOT on Lollipop.
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Upgrade to Lollipop ( I did it the ODIN method but shouldn't matter if you do OTA)
- ODIN Flash CF-AutoRoot from the first thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...34&postcount=1
- Let Device Reboot
- Go to Download Mode Again
- ODIN flash the latest TWRP. http://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxytabs105.html
- Let device reboot.
- Download latest SuperSU here and store it in your device. http://download.chainfire.eu/696/Sup...erSU-v2.46.zip
- Go into Recover by Power+Home+Volume Up.
- Instal the SuperSU zip you downloaded.
You should be good.
Took me a while to get this figured out so just sharing what i found.
If this helped please hit the thanks button.

dadanepal said:
Here is what I had to do to get ROOT on Lollipop.
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Upgrade to Lollipop ( I did it the ODIN method but shouldn't matter if you do OTA)
- ODIN Flash CF-AutoRoot from the first thread. http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...34&postcount=1
- Let Device Reboot
- Go to Download Mode Again
- ODIN flash the latest TWRP. http://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxytabs105.html
- Let device reboot.
- Download latest SuperSU here and store it in your device. http://download.chainfire.eu/696/Sup...erSU-v2.46.zip
- Go into Recover by Power+Home+Volume Up.
- Instal the SuperSU zip you downloaded.
You should be good.
Took me a while to get this figured out so just sharing what i found.
If this helped please hit the thanks button.
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I can confirm that this process does work. It's the method I went through when I upgraded my Tab S.

Tbh that is a long winded way to achieve something much easier. The Cf-autoroot step was totally unnecessary. It only does what the supersu zip does or twrp does itself.
Just flash TWRP from the first post. It will root your device with the latest binary.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/development/test-twrp-2-8-60-recovery-mod-t3066372

ashyx said:
Tbh that is a long winded way to achieve something much easier. The Cf-autoroot step was totally unnecessary. It only does what the supersu zip does or twrp does itself.
Just flash TWRP from the first post. It will root your device with the latest binary.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/development/test-twrp-2-8-60-recovery-mod-t3066372
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Thanks for the update. Are you going to keep up with every new SU updated binaries and update TWRP every time the binaries are update. That would be great if you are willing to do that. I rather rely on the actual TWRP and SuperSU Developers to give me the zips etc. and flash my self as long winded as that may seem but people can choose.

Twrp is updated more often than the super su binary, but team win never seem to update the binary, so I'll just update it myself with each release. Not only that, each new twrp release has the same problems as mentioned in my original post.
I'm also looking for a way to get MTP working properly as that is the only issue now.
Regarding cf-autoroot. I don't think people realise there is nothing special about how it roots.
It basically does the same thing that twrp does itself or flashing a super su zip.
Cf-autoroot simply installs a modified stock recovery which runs a script to Install root then flashes back stock recovery.
If someone intends to install a custom recovery anyway then there is no point in running cf-autoroot.
Twrp will do exactly the same thing and so does installing a super su zip.
They all accomplish the same thing using a slightly different method.
The only difference will be that chainfire may keep each cf-autroot updated with the latest binary.
The reason chainfire created it is for people who want to stick with stock recovery instead of custom

ashyx said:
Twrp is updated more often than the super su binary, but team win never seem to update the binary, so I'll just update it myself with each release. Not only that, each new twrp release has the same problems as mentioned in my original post.
I'm also looking for a way to get MTP working properly as that is the only issue n
So i tried the auto root no luck, what mode do i flash twrp in odin?
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deno24 said:
ashyx said:
Twrp is updated more often than the super su binary, but team win never seem to update the binary, so I'll just update it myself with each release. Not only that, each new twrp release has the same problems as mentioned in my original post.
I'm also looking for a way to get MTP working properly as that is the only issue n
So i tried the auto root no luck, what mode do i flash twrp in odin?
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Mode? Just load it and flash it.
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ashyx said:
deno24 said:
Mode? Just load it and flash it.
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yeah in AP mode?
im trying to root this
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deno24 said:
ashyx said:
yeah in AP mode?
im trying to root this
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That's the one.
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ashyx said:
deno24 said:
That's the one.
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cool so i flash twrp and ill have root? been a cpl oif years since ive done this last root was note2
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Just flash twrp, boot into it then hit reboot. Twrp will give you the option to root.
If doesn't then you are already rooted and probably just need to update the super su app.

ashyx said:
Just flash twrp, boot into it then hit reboot. Twrp will give you the option to root.
If doesn't then you are already rooted and probably just need to update the super su app.
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I did that and I can't boot into twrp, samsung recovery is shown. Looks like it can't rewrite the original recovery. Used your version from 30th March with Odin 10.6.
Thanks

d3xtr0 said:
I did that and I can't boot into twrp, samsung recovery is shown. Looks like it can't rewrite the original recovery. Used your version from 30th March with Odin 10.6.
Thanks
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That's a feature of lollipop. It overwrites with stock recovery. Happens on many devices. You need to boot into recovery immediately after flashing twrp, twrp will then patch it so stock recovery can't replace it.
When flashing uncheck auto reboot in odin. When it finishes flashing hold power + vol down + home. As soon as the screen goes blank hold power +vol up + home to boot into recovery.

Thanks for the information, but now I've flashed your new package root+twrp and it's working great
Thanks again.
Sent from my MI 4W

Whith this method, what is the knox value?

Knox is one ( .. )
Newer thread opened yesterday.
Edit:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3079488
[ROOT][RECOVERY] [ALL IN ONE] Cf-Autoroot-twrp-T800-T805 [Tab S 10.5 ]
Sent from my MI 4W

Flashing stock ROM

Hello everyone,
My Nexus 6 has TWRP installed without any ROM (had CM12.1, but removed it). Now I want to flash my stock Lollipop 5.1.1 ROM, which is a .tgz file (thus, I can't flash using TWRP as it only supports .zip). Also, fastboot is not working in TWRP. What should I do to flash stock rom and unroot my device?

bunny26 said:
Hello everyone,
My Nexus 6 has TWRP installed without any ROM (had CM12.1, but removed it). Now I want to flash my stock Lollipop 5.1.1 ROM, which is a .tgz file (thus, I can't flash using TWRP as it only supports .zip). Also, fastboot is not working in TWRP. What should I do to flash stock rom and unroot my device?
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Either use ADB or Nexus Root Toolkit. Easiest way in my opinion is to use the latter, pretty much just one click. Just use the flash stock plus unroot option.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

Othoric said:
Either use ADB or Nexus Root Toolkit. Easiest way in my opinion is to use the latter, pretty much just one click. Just use the flash stock plus unroot option.
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk
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But it needs fastboot enabled, which is not there in twrp recovery.

bunny26 said:
But it needs fastboot enabled, which is not there in twrp recovery.
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Fastboot is done in bootloader. Not recovery(TWRP).

prdog1 said:
Fastboot is done in bootloader. Not recovery(TWRP).
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It takes forever to load in bootloader mode

bunny26 said:
It takes forever to load in bootloader mode
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What are you loading. The TGZ not gonna go. Have to unzip the images. Once know how to do it the flashing is only 3-5 minutes depending on how fast you can type.

bunny26 said:
Hello everyone,
My Nexus 6 has TWRP installed without any ROM (had CM12.1, but removed it). Now I want to flash my stock Lollipop 5.1.1 ROM, which is a .tgz file (thus, I can't flash using TWRP as it only supports .zip). Also, fastboot is not working in TWRP. What should I do to flash stock rom and unroot my device?
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May I ask why you removed cm12.1?
Sent from my Nexus 6 using Tapatalk

Root with Marshmallow 6.0.1?

I just bought my nexus 6 and only have a pc to use for one day and wanted to know the best, safe way to root this phone. It's a Google play edition.

nellycruzz said:
I just bought my nexus 6 and only have a pc to use for one day and wanted to know the best, safe way to root this phone. It's a Google play edition.
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Realy dude? Tons of threads of how to root with 6.0.1.
Anyway here are the basics:
- Enable oem unlocking and usb debugging in developer options
- Unlock the bootloader: Boot into fastboot and in cmd type: fastboot oem unlock (will wipe your phone so backup first!), reboot
- Flash or boot into TWRP, do NOT modify system if TWRP asks you to.
- Flash the latest systemless superSU.2.67 root zip from here http://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/wip-android-6-0-marshmellow-t3219344, TWRP will ask you to root, ignore that!
- Reboot and install BusyBox from Play
- Done.

Don't i have to install the files for the computer and all that for the drivers and download such stuff?

nellycruzz said:
Don't i have to install the files for the computer and all that for the drivers and download such stuff?
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Yes, you have to install the sdk platform-tools in order to do this. Look here for a fast and easy way http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588979.

What happens if I mistakenly let TWRP root the phone after I have already installed the supersu zip?

android94301 said:
What happens if I mistakenly let TWRP root the phone after I have already installed the supersu zip?
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You can unroot from within the superSU app or flash the UPDATE-unSU.zip in recovery and reroot. Next version of TWRP will probably be compatible with systemless root.

gee2012 said:
You can unroot from within the superSU app or flash the UPDATE-unSU.zip in recovery and reroot. Next version of TWRP will probably be compatible with systemless root.
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Do I need to do this even if everything is working fine?

android94301 said:
Do I need to do this even if everything is working fine?
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Leave it as it is if you have no issues, but both methods used at the same time on the same phone can cause problems with root and permissions.

gee2012 said:
Leave it as it is if you have no issues, but both methods used at the same time on the same phone can cause problems with root and permissions.
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Thanks a lot...seems fine for now, will follow your recommendations if I have issues.

Nexus 6 & CM13 help needed

hello, all
I want to root my Nexus 6 (version 6.0.1 build MMB29V T-Mobile) and install CM13.
I only have a Mac and there are no instructionals that I can find that fit this build and version. The last one that i found was techfanatic's method via Androidrootz but that only works for unlocking bootloader.
can someone show me where to find the best tutorial for this? my real need is really just flashing a recovery onto my phone and i can take it from there.
Thanks for any help
Created using Google Nexus 6

this is to flash TWRP
https://twrp.me/devices/motorolanexus6.html
this is for CM
https://wiki.cyanogenmod.org/w/Install_CM_for_shamu
not sure if the above will help on a Mac though as have never used one before.

thanks dude I'll definitely try this out
Created using Google Nexus 6

guitarology said:
thanks dude I'll definitely try this out
Created using Google Nexus 6
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Rooting MMB29V and other MM builds is the same.
Make sure your bootloader is unlocked.
Flash TWRP recovery with the command:
fastboot flash recovery *insertfilenamehere*.img
Then, boot into TWRP, flash the SuperSU 2.69 ZIP and reboot.
Your phone will be rebooted, however technically there is no need to reboot either.
Just flash TWRP, wipe data/reset and flash CM13 and then Gapps.
Reboot system and enjoy.

murtaza02 said:
Rooting MMB29V and other MM builds is the same.
Make sure your bootloader is unlocked.
Flash TWRP recovery with the command:
fastboot flash recovery *insertfilenamehere*.img
Then, boot into TWRP, flash the SuperSU 2.69 ZIP and reboot.
Your phone will be rebooted, however technically there is no need to reboot either.
Just flash TWRP, wipe data/reset and flash CM13 and then Gapps.
Reboot system and enjoy.
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thank you. can this method be used with a mac?
Created using Google Nexus 6

guitarology said:
thank you. can this method be used with a mac?
Created using Google Nexus 6
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The commands on Mac and Windows are the same as far as I know.
Everything will work fine provided you have ADB and Fastboot setup correctly.

thanks dude^^ ?
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