So, title says it all - my phone died because of i was taking pics in sea, and it looks like it cant be fixed. Thats not a big problem, I already had it for 1.5yrs and was thing about buying a new one, however - I seriously wanna backup photos from internal memory. Is there any way how to do it? Has somebody some experiences? Or it's useless to try? Phone is completely dead, only thing which works is, when i connect charger, notification diode turns red. Otherway impossible to turn on, and in service they said it can't be fixed cos there is lot of salt inside.
I understand that, but at least data should be easily recovered - damn, internal memory, it's just some stupid SD card attached to motherboard, or am I wrong?
If you can't even enter fastboot mode then i think it's pratically impossible, sorry. Teoretically you could (and i can't stress this enough) solder your internal memory chip onto a new motherboard, but it is way too expensive and (more importantly) plain ridiculous just for some photos (and i wouldn't know if it actually works).
Next time enable cloud backup!
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Greetings. The other day I was at the beach and this wild wave appeared and got my phone wet. The phone turned itself off and I removed the batt. I re-inserted it not knowing the phone turnred itself on automatically and it turned on but i quickly took the batt off again. Thing is, it doesnt turn on anymore. So I was wondering if theres a way to remove the internal SD card from the motherboard and somehow addapt it to a new mother board. I know it might sound hard but I NEED to save the info on that phone. It's basically my computer and I'll do anything to save that info. Thanks!
Well if you have good soldering skills and know what to look for you could probably swap them out.
So, if it is possible to take the chip away from the board and solder it to another working one, which one would it be? My phone was giving signs that it might work but it doesn't respond anymore. Anybody heard about this procedure before?
HI,
My HD7 keeps resetting itself at random times and its driving me insane. I have tried different apps to see if its that and no joy, new case to stop the chance of overheating its happened about 20 times in the last 4 months. My question is would replacing the motherboard help and if so where would I learn how to do this? I have changed the screen already so I would be willing to take it apart.
Thanks
It's absolutely a possibility that it could be due to a faulty hardware issue. The problem is that there are many reasons that can cause the device to randomly reboot.
Anything from -
Software - apps/XAP's, tweaks, registry changes, WiFi, OS version and radio version
Hardware - Faulty motherboard, SD card, worn parts and broken/damaged soldering joints.
Was the problem with the device rebooting present before or after you changed the screen? If the problem wasn't present until after you changed the screen then it's possible that there is a bad connection of some sort in the device.
Also what OS version is the device on and are you running a custom rom on it?
The actually disassembly shouldn't be much different from when you replaced the screen other than you have to separate the motherboard.
If you've exhausted all other possibilities and are pretty sure it's the motherboard and want to change it take a look a this thread and there is another external link in the thread too -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1585872
Here's a video that will give you an idea on the disassembly -
http://m.youtube.com/#/watch?v=4UBCFsMDTGA&desktop_uri=/watch?v=4UBCFsMDTGA
Ok thanks, so I had the phone from new, unlocked but using the 3 network. It started before I had even dropped the screen and put a custom rom in it, I was in a very hot country when it started so it might be slight heat damage. I have looked at the links and have now added them to my favourites. Although there is no direct link to a complete ribbon breakdown I am sure I can do it. Thank you for your help and once I have tried all aspects I will report back thanks.
Like me
I used the phone without the SIM card, no reboots or locks and reboots.
I'm using SIMs from a carriers using 850MHZ and 900MHZ all gave me reboots and locks, before the "solution" I used a 1900MHZ SIM with no problems (??? weird!!!)
Since the solution, I use my SIM without problem,
What I did:
1- Take the SD card and format it with sector check (long format) to see if there's a problem there, also give me manufacturer, capacity and class, if the card has it. Mine is a Sandisk 16GB Class 4
2- Raise a little the antenna connectors (2 copper fins near the sd card), BEWARE!!! they are FRAGILE!! if you break them (like me), you'll have to get some copper fins and use soldering iron (like me).
Believe me, I'm using my HD7 with no problem since then...
any question, here I am...
I have the sam reset problem but in one way. Yust if i use a Data connection to go on web. After random time, my HD7 start to restart itself. No warming or something else (mean overheat) of a phone.
What it could be? I am desperated
P.S. Problem starts when i am bricked my phone and went to "service" to do a JTAG flashing of it.
At first time after JTAG my phone warming up at a bottom of a phone (where an sd card settled and antena) ans start to reboot after Data connection enabled. After my complain to service they opened them again and told me there are all clean inside and after that my HD7 not wrming up but stil random reset after Data connection on web (HSPA+).
Any advice please or to throw my HD7 in garbage .
thx
zorzgeo said:
I have the sam reset problem but in one way. Yust if i use a Data connection to go on web. After random time, my HD7 start to restart itself. No warming or something else (mean overheat) of a phone.
What it could be? I am desperated
P.S. Problem starts when i am bricked my phone and went to "service" to do a JTAG flashing of it.
At first time after JTAG my phone warming up at a bottom of a phone (where an sd card settled and antena) ans start to reboot after Data connection enabled. After my complain to service they opened them again and told me there are all clean inside and after that my HD7 not wrming up but stil random reset after Data connection on web (HSPA+).
Any advice please or to throw my HD7 in garbage .
thx
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Please be calm, first what model do you use, a tmobile or european unlocked?
whatever be the case use this rom with the goldcard method
RUU_Schubert_HTC_Europe_1.16.401.01_Radio_5.51.09.06a_22.30.50.09_Signed_SCHUBERT_RELEASE
also read my previous post...
I've searched quite a bit and didn't find anyone with the same issue. I even told my mother she was lying to me about my being special (as recommended by the "NOOB video").
I took my N1 apart according to a very thorough youtube tutorial and cleaned the lcd and touchscreen because I had dust coming in around the corners. Before this, there were no problems running CM7.2 and my 16gb generic class 6 micro sdhc card worked with not a single issue. Afterward, as I marveled at my beautifully clean screen, I began to notice that the card would eventually stop working, not loading programs, wouldn't allow me to save anything to it, etc. I've tried a 8gb toshiba class 4 card and a generic 2gb class 2 card. The only one that seems to have any stability is the 2gb card, where I can install apps for the first few minutes of the card reading to it, and then it's done. I can't save maps to it or take pictures. Music wasn't accessible. I've reformatted in windows (fat32) and checked for errors with all the cards. No problems. The 16gb card eventually threw out corrupted card errors, which Windows could fix.
The 2gb card works thus: the apps I've managed to move there (by installing on the phone and then rebooting & moving to sd asap after the reboot) all work. Kindle works, my Bible, etc. etc. all the apps work. Maps can't access the maps I've downloaded, but otherwise loads just fine. I sometimes can take a picture or two, but usually the camera says I need to insert an sd card to use the camera (even though the 2gb card is inserted). 8gb and 16gb cards don't work (as described in the previous paragraph).
Not sure what the deal is. Could I have screwed up the sd/SIM ribbon cable when taking the phone apart? replacements are cheap (like $6.50 shipped on ebay), but have I destroyed more than that? Should I take care of the problem using software fixes instead? Thanks for your input.
bumperoo
Bump. I'd really like to get some input before deciding to gut it again
Thanks!
solved?
I believe I have it working, but want to let it run for longer to be sure (sometimes things stopped working after a few minutes, sometimes after a few hours). I took the phone apart and took off the copper foil that went around the SIM & SD card slots. It was mashed up a bit from earlier disassembly and my guess is that it was shorting out some contacts on the pcb beneath it.
So far I seem to be able to take pictures & video, utilize my cached maps, use programs, and play music as I had been able to before. This is all on the 2gb card, however. I'll work on switching over to the 16gb card soon to see whether the problem is gone forever.
Just a side question - will removing the copper-colored foil endanger my phone in any way? I'm guessing it was in place as some sort of shield, but I've seen quite a few disassembled phones on the interwebz without that foil in place. Any advice there?
lhamilton1807 said:
I believe I have it working, but want to let it run for longer to be sure (sometimes things stopped working after a few minutes, sometimes after a few hours). I took the phone apart and took off the copper foil that went around the SIM & SD card slots. It was mashed up a bit from earlier disassembly and my guess is that it was shorting out some contacts on the pcb beneath it.
So far I seem to be able to take pictures & video, utilize my cached maps, use programs, and play music as I had been able to before. This is all on the 2gb card, however. I'll work on switching over to the 16gb card soon to see whether the problem is gone forever.
Just a side question - will removing the copper-colored foil endanger my phone in any way? I'm guessing it was in place as some sort of shield, but I've seen quite a few disassembled phones on the interwebz without that foil in place. Any advice there?
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ok so I repair phones for a living and to be honest, sometimes its just not feasible to put that copper foil back and I have really never noticed any negative effects from removing it. you should be good to go man.
Well, it seems to be solved! I've been using the 16gb card (it's actually a Strontium card, not a no-name) for a few days and have also discovered using an ext3 partition to make more space for apps. Running without a hitch!
Hi,
My phone was damaged by water (yes, I did close all openings properly...) and the repair center tells me that it can't be repaired. My problem is that I would like to dump the internal memory in a way or at least destroy it before leaving it for recycling. It is possible to get contact with the mobile, but since the screen doesn't work I can't unlock the device and therefore PC companion and/or the device won't let me in via USB.
Is there another way? Perhaps remove the memory physically?
Ther is a method. If you are patient, constant, and have basic skills of linux commands
Sent from my little big badass boy!
worf_1977 said:
If you are patient, constant, and have basic skills of linux commands
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Why? The phone is broken. Unfortunately I don't know where the memory is. But just hit your phone with a hammer
until you can see the mainboard. Remove and destroy all removable parts. Destroy all chips (with a hammer and a
screwdriver). Break the mainboard in two (or more) pieces and dump them on different places. I think this should be
save enough.
Silkefot said:
Hi,
My phone was damaged by water (yes, I did close all openings properly...) and the repair center tells me that it can't be repaired. My problem is that I would like to dump the internal memory in a way or at least destroy it before leaving it for recycling. It is possible to get contact with the mobile, but since the screen doesn't work I can't unlock the device and therefore PC companion and/or the device won't let me in via USB.
Is there another way? Perhaps remove the memory physically?
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As you said that the screen is not working, I assume the phone itself starts. You could try to connect a mouse via otg to your phone and unlock the screen. Then you'll be able to delete you data with the pc.
Also you could try to unlock the bootloader, as this will also remove all your personal data.
If I was wrong and your phone doesn't turn on anymore it's useless trying to delete the data, as no one will be able to read it ( if the phone doesn't turn on your mainboard is already broken)
worf_1977 said:
Ther is a method. If you are patient, constant, and have basic skills of linux commands
Sent from my little big badass boy!
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Hi,
I had the same problem with my xperia z, my phone fell in the water... so now the screen doesn't work at all, but the charging led still work... unfortunately when I connect the phone to the pc, i can see the external drive, but cannot access to it... doesn't work... could you please tell me how can I read the memory with linux?
thanks a lot for your help
Hi all!,
I am desperately seeking help!I have all my baby's memories in this SD card. Somehow it got fried... I was thinking it was the phone that I had. It was a refurbished phone and on the same day I got it it started acting up, screen would turn on and off. The next day sd card wasnt recognized by the phone anymore. we were looking for ways to figure it out til we end up in a youtube channel "recoverfab" that digs in to the sd card microscopically to analayze and extract datas So we sent it to them..in Germany ,But.. with no luck. They have emailed me... i will attach this at the bottom. Please somebody... there must be hope somewhere! These files i have there are all precious one time snapped memories! Please! Help!!!
Dear Ms. Santos,
Unfortunately, it is not possible to rescue the data from your order # 11088. We assumed the controller on your memory card is damaged. In these cases, we try to read the raw data out from the masked wiring from the back side of the card (see the photo from the backside of your card in the attachment), but it failed. It was not possible, to establish a connection to the embedded memory chip. The reason is a physical damage. That circumstance makes the data rescue no longer possible. The following causes for the failure of the storage medium come into question: a)A short-term voltage peak occurred from a connected device destroyed an electronic module in the memory device b)A previous production damage in the device, which has deteriorated by the continuous heating and cooling during the use and eventually lead to failure. c)An alpha particle, emitted by radioactive contamination of the storage medium materials, has struck an electronic component and destroyed them.
This analysis is free of charge. If you would like the storage medium to be returned to you then notify me within 3 days and pay 10 Euro (with a note to your order number: 11088) via your own PayPal account to [email protected] or requesting bank details. This shipment will be executed with the regular mail. You can also organize by yourself a courier service with the pick up.