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[Q] Nexus 6 Rooted with TWRP 5.1.1 Update

Hello, I have a Nexus 6 that is running 5.1 build number LMY47D and I want to update to 5.1.1-LMY47Z. How do I do this with root and a custom recovery? I've done it before but I can't for the life of me remember.
I would like to update in a way that I don't lose any data. I've read of people flashing only the files needed from the update but there wasn't a clear explanation of how they did it. Is there a better way?
Thanks in advance.

PersonFromThatPlace said:
Hello, I have a Nexus 6 that is running 5.1 build number LMY47D and I want to update to 5.1.1-LMY47Z. How do I do this with root and a custom recovery? I've done it before but I can't for the life of me remember.
I would like to update in a way that I don't lose any data. I've read of people flashing only the files needed from the update but there wasn't a clear explanation of how they did it. Is there a better way?
Thanks in advance.
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I believe I've already answered your question in the general Q and A thread.

PersonFromThatPlace said:
Hello, I have a Nexus 6 that is running 5.1 build number LMY47D and I want to update to 5.1.1-LMY47Z. How do I do this. . . ..
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http://www.wugfresh.com

A word of advice on toolkits:
Not recommended unless you already have knowledge of ADB/fastboot.
Also, completely unnecessary for a nexus as all flashing can be done manually in virtually the same amount of time. Plus, you know exactly what is being flashed to your device unlike flying blind with a toolkit.

Evolution_Tech said:
A word of advice on toolkits:
Not recommended unless you already have knowledge of ADB/fastboot.
Also, completely unnecessary for a nexus as all flashing can be done manually in virtually the same amount of time. Plus, you know exactly what is being flashed to your device unlike flying blind with a toolkit.
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In general I can agree with you about toolkits.
But the Nexus Root Toolkit of Wugfresh is an exception. Every step/command is written to a log, and is being commented.
So by using the NRT you can learn about Adb and Fasboot.
The nice thing of this kit is that the needed stuff is downloaded by the kit.

NLBeev said:
In general I can agree with you about toolkits.
But the Nexus Root Toolkit of Wugfresh is an exception. Every step/command is written to a log, and is being commented.
So by using the NRT you can learn about Adb and Fasboot.
The nice thing of this kit is that the needed stuff is downloaded by the kit.
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Explain that to the number of people crying for help when they're stuck and a simple fastboot command or two fixes the issue.

NLBeev said:
In general I can agree with you about toolkits.
But the Nexus Root Toolkit of Wugfresh is an exception. Every step/command is written to a log, and is being commented.
So by using the NRT you can learn about Adb and Fasboot.
The nice thing of this kit is that the needed stuff is downloaded by the kit.
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lol, not really. good try though.

Evolution_Tech said:
Explain that to the number of people crying for help when they're stuck and a simple fastboot command or two fixes the issue.
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As with many methods there are not only advantages.
There are some threads about Wugfresh's toolkit explaining pro's and con's.
Many users appreciate Wugfresh's toolkit and help.
It could be helpfully in the same way as your posts about fixing issues.
I appreciate both methods, info and help.

New nexus 6 owner. Need help with rooting on Android M.

I have tried to search online but there is too much confusing information out there. I had an older nexus which I rooted with root tool kit. Can I use Wug's root tool kit to root the N6? If not, what is the easiest way to root, install recovery and then custom kernels and ROMS? Thanks in advance.

They don't like toolkits here, won't talk to you if you want info on one....
You should go over to Wugfresh's NRT page, they are much more helpful there about his toolkit.

aiiee said:
They don't like toolkits here, won't talk to you if you want info on one....
You should go over to Wugfresh's NRT page, they are much more helpful there about his toolkit.
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Oh my bad. Didn't know about the toolkit situation here! Thanks.

The issue with toolkits is that if something goes wrong you are stuck because you don't know what you need to know to be able to fix things. Toolkits really will do nothing but undermine the point in having a nexus.

aiiee said:
They don't like toolkits here, won't talk to you if you want info on one....
You should go over to Wugfresh's NRT page, they are much more helpful there about his toolkit.
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Yeah, we're all crazy and irrational here, and majorly unhelpful. The toolkits are the best thing since sliced bread, and we just push our irrational agenda to hinder those who want to use it. And also we're snobs. It's a snob thing. Yes.
Because there are absolutely no threads by the dozens of those who used a toolkit, thought they didn't have to know anything about their Nexus phone, and they didn't feel immediately at loss when something unexpected happened. Because the unexpected never happens.

istperson, thank you - have a "thanks" for making me literally laugh out loud...

Android 6.0 Root..?

Hello everyone! I was hoping to root my Nexus 6 with Android 6.0 on board but I can't seem to find any info on the topic, can anyone help me out??
Thanks!

ichigo663 said:
Hello everyone! I was hoping to root my Nexus 6 with Android 6.0 on board but I can't seem to find any info on the topic, can anyone help me out??
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3059493

http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/toolkit-wugs-nexus-root-toolkit-v1-9-8-t2947452

Anything that can be done on a Linux system?

Don't use toolkits on marshmallow.
Download TWRP, fastboot flash it, flash custom kernel, and SuperSu 2.52
Sent from my Nexus 6 running cyosp using Tapatalk

Can any of these be done without a computer. I only have my phone

pitbullmommy45245 said:
Can any of these be done without a computer. I only have my phone
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No you will need a computer to do this. I would not advise modding your device at all if you do not have access to a PC.

That root kit worked for me on MM and was easy. Why?
Found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/help/root-computer-t3218176

khw1959 said:
That root kit worked for me on MM and was easy. Why?
Found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/help/root-computer-t3218176
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Dont even get me started on using a kit.
As to why. If something goes wrong you will need a PC to fix it.

khw1959 said:
That root kit worked for me on MM and was easy. Why?
Found this http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/help/root-computer-t3218176
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Because if something goes sideways, and eventually it will, youl'll have no clue what it did, and how to fix it.
Nexus phones have open source tools, adb and fastboot, to manipulate them, they are very easy and straightforward to use.
I understand that coming from different phones, that only have hacks and tricks to unlock the bootloader and change the recovery, using tools seems obvious, but with a Nexus it's counterproductive, and makes fixing things so much harder.
Sent from my Nexus 6 running cyosp using Tapatalk

Thank for that insight. I wanted and took the easy/prepared route for unlocking and root of this phone. I was once familiar with manual way when the N2 was unlocked. I got to re-learn again. My last job made me very anal retentive about following instructions, and I think that made the rootkit easy to use. In 3 days I used it when I got with 5.1.1 and yesterday for 6.0. Today I flash Roms to find the one I like.

ichigo663 said:
Anything that can be done on a Linux system?
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Adb and fastboot work on linux.

Any easy way to root 58r ??

Exqctly like K and N. Flash modified boot.ing, and flash SuperSu.zip in TWRP.
Sent from my Nexus 6 running cyosp using Tapatalk

Why do people keep saying you need a custom kernel??? BTW, used nexus root toolkit on the K build without problems, no luck on R(never had N) but the tool got updated.... However... I would not be using any thing chainfire Su related sinds it got sold out.

ghost010 said:
Why do people keep saying you need a custom kernel??? BTW, used nexus root toolkit on the K build without problems, no luck on R(never had N) but the tool got updated.... However... I would not be using any thing chainfire Su related sinds it got sold out.
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Because at one time it did require a kernel change to get root.

ghost010 said:
Why do people keep saying you need a custom kernel??? BTW, used nexus root toolkit on the K build without problems, no luck on R(never had N) but the tool got updated.... However... I would not be using any thing chainfire Su related sinds it got sold out.
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Because you needed a custom boot.img to root 58K too. It will either contain a modified kernel with SELinux set to permissive (I've patched mine by hand, so I know what I'm talking about), or contain an updated sepolicy binary to allow su to work. Also since you said you didn't have red triangle, it means your fstab.shamu was also replaced with one with disabled verity.
So. Don't use rootkits. If you do use rootkits and discover you don't know what's happening, at least please don't keep correcting those who try to help you.

scryan said:
Adb and fastboot work on linux.
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I was hoping that someone would answer this. Flashing files and rooting on Linux is MUUUUCH easier than Windows. Why? No need for special drivers to recognize your device.
Even better, if you try to run a adb/fastboot command without having them installed, Linux will tell you the actual command for you to type and download/install them...all within the command window.
This might sound confusing, but it is really easy and seamless, in my opinion.

AarSyl said:
I was hoping that someone would answer this. Flashing files and rooting on Linux is MUUUUCH easier than Windows. Why? No need for special drivers to recognize your device.
Even better, if you try to run a adb/fastboot command without having them installed, Linux will tell you the actual command for you to type and download/install them...all within the command window.
This might sound confusing, but it is really easy and seamless, in my opinion.
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Most of what you said depends on your distro.
On Arch you definitely need to add u-dev rules for the phone to be noticed, and if you dont have them installed and you try to run it, it won't tell you how to download.
But.... If you install via a package manager it will be automatically added to your path
Also, I have NEVER downloaded drivers for my phone in windows, and never needed to.

That's good to know. I should've added that I use Ubuntu as my distro, and I love it.

Nexus 6 bootloop when updating to android 5.1

Hey everyone I'm looking here as my last resort before sending my phone back to Motorola.
Bought a Nexus 6 from motorola uk which was delivered yesterday, switched phone on and all the Google apps on the phone updated, then had a notification OTA to download and install android 5.1 which I did, towards the end of the install process I had an error with the green android and a red exclamation mark.
I powered the device off with the power button and it turned back on and ever since it says "Android is starting" "Optimizing app 1 of 125" once it goes through all the apps it gets to the android boot screen then just goes back to the "Android is starting" "Optimizing app 1 of 125" over and over and over. (Infinite bootloop)
Pointers: The phone is not unlocked or rooted as I'm a noob its just fresh out the box, also I never opened/unlocked the developer options.
I have tried various recovery mode fixes, wiping cache and wiping all data and then rebooting the device with no luck.
Is there anyway I can hook my N6 up to my computer and fix this with a tool kit etc? I'm willing to try but I'd need basic instructions and reassurance it wouldn't muck up my warranty if it didn't work as my only other option is to exchange for a new device.
I'm a noob so I need detailed basic step by step instructions.
Any help, advice etc would be hugely appreciated. Thanks

Just send it back, no point messing about with it if it brand new could down to a fault with the hardware itself.

ixon2001 said:
Just send it back, no point messing about with it if it brand new could down to a fault with the hardware itself.
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Iv'e heard this is a common problem with the N6 whilst trying to update the OTA 5.1 I had no other apps on the phone it was fresh, I did nothing wrong, I know someone who has been through 4 devices with the same bloody issues! In the end he had to sideload 6.0 and I'm not confident in being able to do that.

Well best bet is to download wugfresh toolkit 2.10 i think is the latest version, follow the instructions carefully because first you need to unlock the bootloader then flash 6.0.1 which has just come out.
Using Wugfresh is the best way to go if your new to flashing & you can't really go wrong with it.

ixon2001 said:
Well best bet is to download wugfresh toolkit 2.10 i think is the latest version, follow the instructions carefully because first you need to unlock the bootloader then flash 6.0.1 which has just come out.
Using Wugfresh is the best way to go if your new to flashing & you can't really go wrong with it.
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I`am sure most xperienced users (me included) will not agree with you The best way to unlock, flash and root is still adb/fastboot. Especialy for lesser xperienced users that are lost is something goes wrong while using the toolkit, wich happens frequently btw. Just check the help threads.

gee2012 said:
I`am sure most xperienced users (me included) will not agree with you The best way to unlock, flash and root is still adb/fastboot. Especialy for lesser xperienced users that are lost is something goes wrong while using the toolkit, wich happens frequently btw. Just check the help threads.
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Lol it's not rocket science using adb, been doing that way for years but for somebody that never flashed, rooted ect I still think the toolkit best way to go at first because everything is done for you at a click of a button.
Yes things can go tits up when using toolkits, mainly because they don't follow simple instructions.

ixon2001 said:
Lol it's not rocket science using adb, been doing that way for years but for somebody that never flashed, rooted ect I still think the toolkit best way to go at first because everything is done for you at a click of a button.
Yes things can go tits up when using toolkits, mainly because they don't follow simple instructions.
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Lets agree to disagree

OK

ixon2001 said:
Yes things can go tits up when using toolkits, mainly because they don't follow simple instructions.
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No, but because toolkits are always behind at least one version with marshmallow. People kept bricking their devices with toolkits when marshmallow came out and they thought they could root it. As 6.0.1 came out they'll do something else wrong.
Toolkits are not help. It's the lazy way if everything is already working and up to date.
Also what can a toolkit do if this phone doesn't even have developer options turned on? If it's in boot loop, as the OP said, then the Enable OEM unlocking was never set, then the only solution is to send it back. Unless there's a toolkit magic we don't know about.
Sent from my Nexus 6 running cyosp using Tapatalk

istperson said:
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Also what can a toolkit do if this phone doesn't even have developer options turned on? If it's in boot loop, as the OP said, then the Enable OEM unlocking was never set, then the only solution is to send it back. Unless there's a toolkit magic we don't know about.
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I think op created another thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/help/nexus-6-stuck-bootloop-trying-to-update-t3266100 for this issue - and was somehow able to unlock the bootloader (not sure how that worked if OEM unlock was never set)

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(not sure how that worked if OEM unlock was never set)
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It was said that some of the first Nexus 6s with the original 5.0 came out with a bootloader that didn't check for this switch.

help

Anyone can tell me easiest way to flash stock image to Nexus 6 I am not very experienced with fast boot and Adb stuffs. Now my phone is getting "this device is corrupted...." Please help..
Btw I am on stock ROM + twrp recovery

The easy way is simply learning how to flash images through fastboot, using the command "fastboot flash [partition] [image.img]". The lazy way is through using a toolkit like Wugfresh.

use Nexus Root Toolkit , with one click you can do so much

AJDA said:
use Nexus Root Toolkit , with one click you can do so much
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This is the single most dangerous thing you can suggest to someone new. Things like this are not really meant for new users. More for the ones that know what they are doing but are in a pinch for time.

zelendel said:
This is the single most dangerous thing you can suggest to someone new. Things like this are not really meant for new users. More for the ones that know what they are doing but are in a pinch for time.
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i dont agree with you , there is guide for use this tool also how its dangerous to select the tgz file and flash all thing with one click for you in the same time
for me its more dangerous to use adb command , and for that reason is the developers create this tool to make it easy for us
plus you have a lot of options when you are brick or in normal mode

AJDA said:
i dont agree with you , there is guide for use this tool also how its dangerous to select the tgz file and flash all thing with one click for you in the same time
for me its more dangerous to use adb command , and for that reason is the developers create this tool to make it easy for us
plus you have a lot of options when you are brick or in normal mode
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And when something goes wrong you come right back here asking for help. And when you tell people you used a one click method you find almost no help. If you don't know what you are doing with command lines then you really shouldn't be messing with your device.
There are very real risks. Even when using things like this.

@AJDA: On another thread a senior member asked me, incredulously, why I didn't push a toolkit. My answer was rather simple: the user needs to know how to use fastboot, as his next device may not have a toolkit available. On top of that, using fastboot is so easy the toolkits are ridiculous. Thus you have the easy way with fastboot and the lazy way with a toolkit.
For the record, the person asking for help in the first place on that other thread successfully used fastboot to restore his device. He learned something in the process and no longer needs a toolkit to do what everyone lately seems unable to accomplish without outside help.

The easy way is to use Wug's tool kit witch I highly recommended. However after you get you're phone back to normal you should really learn the fastboot method. It has saved my device's more time's than I can count,and is way more rewarding knowing you can do it yourself?

i have tried wugfresh toolkit to root yes it easy. but i tried restoring to stock image i keep failing & getting that error all over again and again, i tried 3x on the toolkit i cant get it to work. please help

And @zelendel's point is proven.
OP, search in general for the Nexus 6 all in one flashing guide and start reading.

Why when I flash TWRP or multirom I get that error?