Make backup of stock ROM - Atrix 4G General

Hey guys,
I'm looking to throw CM7 on this atrix I just picked up but would like to have an option to return to the stock build. From the instructions I read, is it as simple as making a backup of my current stock ROM from within CWM?
Any help or direction is appreciated. Thanks.

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Jack'O said:
Take a look of fruitcakes in developing secyion.
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Hmm thanks for pointing that out. So should I want to revert back I would simply install the 2.3.4 zip with my appropriate radio through CWM?

You can create your own fruitcake, look here:
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dannykavs said:
Hmm thanks for pointing that out. So should I want to revert back I would simply install the 2.3.4 zip with my appropriate radio through CWM?
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Or you could do the same with 2.3.5.zip (and 2.3.5webtop.zip if you care). This is a rooted stock 2.3.5. Not real diff from 2.3.4 but some better AFAIAC.
One hint. Whatever you choose go ahead and get it on the sdcard. Sbricks happen and it will save you some angst if all you have to do is CWM install zip.

dannykavs said:
Hey guys,
I'm looking to throw CM7 on this atrix I just picked up but would like to have an option to return to the stock build. From the instructions I read, is it as simple as making a backup of my current stock ROM from within CWM?
Any help or direction is appreciated. Thanks.
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Yes, just backup from CWM then restore if you want to revert back. It's that simple.

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new rom

sorry if this has been asked but im new to a lot of this stuff and i wanted to put the vibrant6 rom that just came out on my vibrant and i was wandering that if i dont like it are just want to take it off i can do a restore from rom manager. I would of course use rom manager to backup my rom first. Also if i do this and keep it will i still get the OTA updates. It looks like this rom is keeping the stock kernal and that im sure if i changed that then i would not get the updates. I just a little nervouse about this. Thank you
spacecasespiff said:
sorry if this has been asked but im new to a lot of this stuff and i wanted to put the vibrant6 rom that just came out on my vibrant and i was wandering that if i dont like it are just want to take it off i can do a restore from rom manager. I would of course use rom manager to backup my rom first. Also if i do this and keep it will i still get the OTA updates. It looks like this rom is keeping the stock kernal and that im sure if i changed that then i would not get the updates. I just a little nervouse about this. Thank you
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Yeah, I was just thinking the same thing!
I downloaded the vibrant6 zip from the 4shared that I was directed to and it took all of a second to download which I know was way to fast. I went to unzip it and it was unsuccessful I don't know why. So even if I wanted to do this I can't.
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spacecasespiff said:
I downloaded the vibrant6 zip from the 4shared that I was directed to and it took all of a second to download which I know was way to fast. I went to unzip it and it was unsuccessful I don't know why. So even if I wanted to do this I can't.
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You need not unzip it.
spacecasespiff said:
I downloaded the vibrant6 zip from the 4shared that I was directed to and it took all of a second to download which I know was way to fast. I went to unzip it and it was unsuccessful I don't know why. So even if I wanted to do this I can't.
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Chalup said:
You need not unzip it.
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He is saying that the file is surely corrupt. As there is no md5sum it is hard to know for sure. Mine, which worked for me, even though I switched back, was f8e63a14d575061f83221710522cb22b.
spacecasespiff said:
sorry if this has been asked but im new to a lot of this stuff and i wanted to put the vibrant6 rom that just came out on my vibrant and i was wandering that if i dont like it are just want to take it off i can do a restore from rom manager. I would of course use rom manager to backup my rom first. Also if i do this and keep it will i still get the OTA updates. It looks like this rom is keeping the stock kernal and that im sure if i changed that then i would not get the updates. I just a little nervouse about this. Thank you
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Obviously to install Vibrant 6 you need to flash stock rom, then flash vibrant6 with odin.
When I decided to go back to stock rom I flashed stock rom with odin then ran nandroid restore of a point I had made right before trying Vibrant6.
I flashed vibrant6 via clockwork and it worked just fine, you just have to have a stock rom with root for it to work properly
But does it need to be unzip first.
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yes it does
SiL3nTKiLL said:
yes it does
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No it doesn't, its an update.zip.
OP just download the file and place it on the root of your internal SDcard. Reboot into recovery and flash it from there.
If you uninstall clockworkmod recovery you might get OTA updates but it depends on the rom you are using. With any alternative recovery you may be able to download the OTA, but it will not flash because of the recovery. I dont know why people worry about OTA updates! If its being sent OTA, I guarantee it will be on XDA months before! If you want OTAs, leave your phone stock.
There is so much FAIL in this thread it should be deleted. People should not talk about things they do not know.
Shane_pcs said:
There is so much FAIL in this thread it should be deleted. People should not talk about things they do not know.
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I agree 100%

Need Help Please

First off I'm pretty new to this. I followed the instructions flashing my stock DI18 to DK28. It works just fine no problems. I want to be able to flash back to DI18. How do I do this. Without using Odin. Is there a way just to download a DI18.zip and install it into the root of my sd card power,volume down and camera button flash it? Someone please help.
Thanks
Tom
Here go Here next time search for stock d118 in the development section the wiki helps alot too.
Flash in clockwork if you have it or rename update.zip
I'm not rooted. Does this matter?
tphillips78 said:
I'm not rooted. Does this matter?
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I think if you just rename the zip file to update.zip and put it into the root of your sd card you should be able to flash not rooted in stock recovery.
davidrules7778 said:
I think if you just rename the zip file to update.zip you should be able to flash not rooted in stock recovery.
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And stock recovery mode is in the list of things you get when you boot with camera+vol down?
kenvan19 said:
And stock recovery mode is in the list of things you get when you boot with camera+vol down?
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If u didnt root or install clockwork or anything and your completly stock yes it is.
davidrules7778 said:
If u didnt root or install clockwork or anything and your completly stock yes it is.
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Wonderful, I've been trying to get an answer to that question all day!
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Wonderful, I've been trying to get an answer to that question all day!
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I know how that is this forum gets huge of stuff epecially with people posting questions kinda like yours in a new thread, kinda hard to search i just search for the wiki and read that for different stock flashables.
I keep getting a signature not verified error or something along those lines
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I know how that is this forum gets huge of stuff epecially with people posting questions kinda like yours in a new thread, kinda hard to search i just search for the wiki and read that for different stock flashables.
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I actually did search on the forums, the wikis and the web at large. I already have the DI18 file ready I just was waiting for someone to tell me that it was feasible before I did something.
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I keep getting a signature not verified error or something along those lines
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Hmm let me see if i can find a stock one, i am not sure how to downgrade from 2.2 as i have not made the jump, ill look.
Yeah my bad on creating a new thread. You have the stock DI18 zip file? Does it work?
tphillips78 said:
Yeah my bad on creating a new thread. You have the stock DI18 zip file? Does it work?
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I have the file, yes, but I am in one of my courses and do not have my cable with me to test this. I'll be home in a few hours and I'll update with whether or not it worked. I really like the update but I just cannot stand the rotation issue. It is constantly switching orientations on me and it is near impossible to get it righted again.
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Yeah my bad on creating a new thread. You have the stock DI18 zip file? Does it work?
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The d118 zip works for me howevr i have clockwork mod... and rooted... and im stock d118 stock rom with custom kernal so im not sure if it work on dead stock.
Thank you very much
I got an idea of what u can do to go back to stock without odin...
1. Do the one click root/clockwork/etc Here
2. Then Flash the zip file Here
3. Then flash the get rid of clockwork zip Here
4. Your are back to stock without using odin yay!!!
go ahead i am ready
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go ahead i am ready
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ready for what?
sorry about that i scrolled too quickly and didn't see the instructions thank you very much i really appreciate the help
tphillips78 said:
sorry about that i scrolled too quickly and didn't see the instructions thank you very much i really appreciate the help
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Its all good.. enjoy let me know that turns out one thing im unsure of is if you need to flash the modem first which is on the same page as the d118 zip right below it.. so just to let you know u might need that too.,

[HELP] Running prime 1.4v

ii am running the prime 1.4 rom on my acer, i like an idiot failed to back up all the partitions before i flashed it. but i did make a nandroid back up.
is there a safe way to flash that back up, or an update.zip from an OTA to return to stock?
sorry for the newb moment. thanks in advance
bignasty407 said:
ii am running the prime 1.4 rom on my acer, i like an idiot failed to back up all the partitions before i flashed it. but i did make a nandroid back up.
is there a safe way to flash that back up, or an update.zip from an OTA to return to stock?
sorry for the newb moment. thanks in advance
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Well, I think at least, you should not purely restore the nandroid backup as it will flash the kernel without running itsmagic.
For the other part, better let other gurus to answer
Thats my concern. ill just wait, not like its 100% needed now but i just wanted to know a way out of my situation, if there is one!
bignasty407 said:
Thats my concern. ill just wait, not like its 100% needed now but i just wanted to know a way out of my situation, if there is one!
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I think if you flash one of the full packages you should be fine since it contains everything needed to take the tablet back to stock.
bignasty407 said:
ii am running the prime 1.4 rom on my acer, i like an idiot failed to back up all the partitions before i flashed it. but i did make a nandroid back up.
is there a safe way to flash that back up, or an update.zip from an OTA to return to stock?
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I'm making the "fallback" stock rom now. As update.zip for ClockWorkMod.. that should make life easier for a few...
I post it when its working.
Dexter_nlb said:
I'm making the "fallback" stock rom now. As update.zip for ClockWorkMod.. that should make life easier for a few...
I post it when its working.
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Will this stock rom also contain the stock recovery image or will that have to be flashed seperately with running itsmagic?
Dexter_nlb said:
I'm making the "fallback" stock rom now. As update.zip for ClockWorkMod.. that should make life easier for a few...
I post it when its working.
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oh this sounds great...
so fallback to (maybe) a fallback backup of your old firmware or (more likely) fallback to a specific firmware ?
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Will this stock rom also contain the stock recovery image or will that have to be flashed seperately with running itsmagic?
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Recovery remains, its not changed.
Thanks so much dexter, you are truely the man!

Custom Roms for ICS

Hello
I am considering installing a custom rom for ICS. I notice that some are in RC stages. I have a few questions:
What custom rom is the best for ICS?
Can you update the rom version without needing to reflash?
Thanks
oxfordmark said:
Hello
I am considering installing a custom rom for ICS. I notice that some are in RC stages. I have a few questions:
What custom rom is the best for ICS?
Can you update the rom version without needing to reflash?
Thanks
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Lokk at here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1427477
Allways an update version needs to be flashed, but if you are on ICS you normally are not needed to make a factory reset. Only flash the update and reboot.
Nevertheless it is usefull to safe your data. CWM backup and Titanium Backup I would advice.
You should probably post in Q&A for this stuff.
There are two prominent versions at the mo,
1 - Onecosmics ICS RC 2.1 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1398223)
2 - Teamhacksungs ICS ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363593)
There are a few more but these are probably your best place to start.
OneCosmics version is based on stock ICS, Teamhacksungs is more of a CM7/ICS build, so not totally stock.
Both work well, but neither are perfect yet. Onecosmics is goodin my eye as i like stock. Keep it simple and hopefully little will break....
You should also read the android development page for i9000, this will show you all you need and you can read what you like!
Getting a 'Custom Rom' will be rare at this point as stock still isn't 100% to work off.
You can install both via CWM i believe. Just ensure you go from stock and backup via Nandroid or similar.
Going back to GB, you can just flash via ODIN.
Flake x
n99flake said:
You should probably post in Q&A for this stuff.
There are two prominent versions at the mo,
1 - Onecosmics ICS RC 2.1 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1398223)
2 - Teamhacksungs ICS ROM (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363593)
There are a few more but these are probably your best place to start.
OneCosmics version is based on stock ICS, Teamhacksungs is more of a CM7/ICS build, so not totally stock.
Both work well, but neither are perfect yet. Onecosmics is goodin my eye as i like stock. Keep it simple and hopefully little will break....
You should also read the android development page for i9000, this will show you all you need and you can read what you like!
Getting a 'Custom Rom' will be rare at this point as stock still isn't 100% to work off.
You can install both via CWM i believe. Just ensure you go from stock and backup via Nandroid or similar.
Going back to GB, you can just flash via ODIN.
Flake x
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Do you flash it like other roms? 3 files in Odin?
oxfordmark said:
Do you flash it like other roms? 3 files in Odin?
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No flashing is through recovery mode (cwm) . All instructions are posted in teamhacksung ics first post.
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I cant see anything about flashing from a stock rom. I need a "from scratch" guide.
I myself would go for onescomics, but i just like stock android over CM7
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I cant see anything about flashing from a stock rom. I need a "from scratch" guide.
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Basically -
you want ICS to be installed over a clean firmware install to avoid potential problems. i.e. Stock firmware (stock with root is fine by the way!) with a factory reset & cache wipe from recovery mode. THEN install ICS via CWM.
If you are on stock GB already, then just do a factory reset & Cache wipe and go from there with instructions on Onecosmics thread mentioned above etc.
Make sure you know what you're doing and backup your efs etc.
That help?
Flake x
How do you install cwm?
The instructions doesnt.give detailed instructions..
Can you post what i should do from installing cwm to flashing the rom? I am using jvu btw.
Sorry for being thick
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oxfordmark said:
How do you install cwm?
The instructions doesnt.give detailed instructions..
Can you post what i should do from installing cwm to flashing the rom? I am using jvu btw.
Sorry for being thick
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Cripes, you should do some forum reading, i'm worries you don't know enough to be doing this to your phone (sorry, i just don't want you to do something you're not sure about...)
CWM is generally installed when you root your phone, easiest method is with Chainfire's Root (i think SuperOneClick is also working again now, but i can't guarantee it'll work on JVU).
CF-Root (Chainfire's Root) look here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=788108
Make sure you use root for JVU, and follow instructions, flash with ODIN.
This will install CWM and superuser. You can do a backup in CWM. Please read up on how it works, there are plenty of guides out there. for EFS backup, read about, i'd advise it, just in case. With root, there are programs you can download from market to do it, or Nandroid, if you know how that works.
NB: ROOTING VOIDS YOUR WARANTEE
kapeesh?
whatever you do, make sure you know what you're doing before flashing anything.
and read up on CWM and recovery mode. There be dragons in there....
Flake x
(p.s. remember to thank all the useful people yeh? )
Be careful have a good read up before you decide to flash. Make sure you read up on how to un brick your phone just in case.
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Ok i have been.reading up. One morr thing. I will use the root above then back up everything. I can do this from jvu?
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Ok i have been.reading up. One morr thing. I will use the root above then back up everything. I can do this from jvu?
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Yup. Cf-root is available for JVU.
Flake x
Done, had a scare at first.
When i flashed from cm7 to ics it didnt recognise my iemi or get a signal.
I Odin'd back to JVU and flashed the kernal then went straight to ICS and its working fine.
Yeah, I got the generic imei on flashing cm7, don't know why, as I'd used cm7 before with no issues. Fortunately had a backup. Bit scary though.
oxfordmark said:
Done, had a scare at first.
When i flashed from cm7 to ics it didnt recognise my iemi or get a signal.
I Odin'd back to JVU and flashed the kernal then went straight to ICS and its working fine.
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Glad it worked! Remember your thanks.
Flake x

Trying to work on my friends Nook and need help

My friend is goofy and doesn't remember anything about how he rooted his Nook Color except he used autonooter. He asked me to take a look because he wants to upgrade it to get flash on it and give it to his fiance. I feel it would be easier to go back to stock and start over but if anyone else has any suggestions I would be open to them. All he wants is it to support flash.
what version is he on? is he running stock rooted?
start with this thread if you're just looking at stock rooted:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494901
chibucks said:
what version is he on? is he running stock rooted?
start with this thread if you're just looking at stock rooted:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494901
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How can I tell, like I said I am coming to this after the fact.
jonny4 said:
How can I tell, like I said I am coming to this after the fact.
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settings > device info > about your nookcolor > software version
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settings > device info > about your nookcolor > software version
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version 1.1.0
jonny4 said:
version 1.1.0
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i'd probably first update to 1.4.2 (the link to the B&N file and what to do is in the thread that was provided earlier) - then manualnooter it using gmpower's helpful thread (put clockwork recovery on an sdcard with the files).
edit to add 1.4.2 link: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/u/Software-Updates-NOOK-Color/379003190/
My friend sent me the stuff he had for the nook and everything he sent me is listed, next. clockworkmod, nookcolor_v1.1.0_r2, win32diskimager-RELEASE-0.1-r15-win32, win32diskimager-RELEASE-0.1-r15-win32, 128mb_rootpack-0.7, auto-nooter-3.0.0, and 1gb_clockwork-0.7, and I have no clue what he actually used here or what everything is.
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i'd probably first update to 1.4.2 (the link to the B&N file and what to do is in the thread that was provided earlier) - then manualnooter it using gmpower's helpful thread (put clockwork recovery on an sdcard with the files).
edit to add 1.4.2 link: http://www.barnesandnoble.com/u/Software-Updates-NOOK-Color/379003190/
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If I update to it will it wipe out the root that is already on there, if so that would be awesome because I would be able to start from scratch.
jonny4 said:
If I update to it will it wipe out the root that is already on there, if so that would be awesome because I would be able to start from scratch.
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Yes... one issue is that if he had CWM installed on EMMC it will not update correctly... you will need to use the stock 1.4.1 cwm flashable I provided in another thread and let the nook update.
I am adding snapshots of the 2 storage spots that pop up when I hook the nook to the computer, maybe it can help you guys determine what my moronic friend actually did.
pal jonny,
While I am proud of your generosity toward your friend by helping him but, seriously, if you don't know what to do, why take up that task? If you know then you can help, sure but based on question your asked up there, I feel you don't.
Getting confusing and performing what you not comfortable with could make your friend's NC a mess.
Your friend, seems like he did it b4, why not let him do this time since he collected all info anyway.
votinh said:
pal jonny,
While I am proud of your generosity toward your friend by helping him but, seriously, if you don't know what to do, why take up that task? If you know then you can help, sure but based on question your asked up there, I feel you don't.
Getting confusing and performing what you not comfortable with could make your friend's NC a mess.
Your friend, seems like he did it b4, why not let him do this time since he collected all info anyway.
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Because I do know what to do, I have rooted 3 phones but the Nook Color is new to me and I don't know what his dumb ass did and neither does he, lol. I am working in a different way than most people have, receiving something already rooted and not knowing what was done to get it to that point. I recently had to un-root my phone and it was easier because I was the person who rooted it to begin with.
I am also asking as many questions to get as much information to make sure I do not brick the device.
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I am also asking as many questions to get as much information to make sure I do not brick the device.
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My suggestion would be take it back to stock... then install what ROM he desires... quite simple.
If so,
a. if you/he wants custom ROM, get CM7.2 RC1 (KANG is a great version). Just format /data, /system, /cache and Dalvik then install ROM
b. if you/he wants stock ROM, 1.4.2 is the latest. MN 5.0.2.19 should be a good tool to root.
votinh said:
If so,
a. if you/he wants custom ROM, get CM7.2 RC1 (KANG is a great version). Just format /data, /system, /cache and Dalvik then install ROM
b. if you/he wants stock ROM, 1.4.2 is the latest. MN 5.0.2.19 should be a good tool to root.
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Is there something wrong with the regular cyanogenmod stable 7.1?
If I go stock build does it include flash, he wants to give it to his girlfriend to play movies as well. I am trying to convince him to go with cyanogen mod but he wants the functionality of the nook software, I told him there is a Nook app but he hasn't gotten back to me.
jonny4 said:
Is there something wrong with the regular cyanogenmod stable 7.1?
If I go stock build does it include flash, he wants to give it to his girlfriend to play movies as well. I am trying to convince him to go with cyanogen mod but he wants the functionality of the nook software, I told him there is a Nook app but he hasn't gotten back to me.
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Nothing wrong with CM7.1. It's your choice.
If he wants stock ROM then install stock for him, flash should be well supported.
Note: Nook apps is NOT equivalent of stock feature.
Why use nooks Os when cyanogen has stable 7.02 and a promising ICS? I say give the new phirenook. NOOBS seem to like the modifications. Then install the B&N app and she's good.
Just an idea. I haven't tried the stock for some time.
I am back trying to work on this nook color again and i can say without a doubt all he did was autonooter. So if I update to the newest version of the oem o.s. will it wipe out the autonooter because this will be easier for me if it does.
If there is any recovery on it other than B&N's stock recovery... the update will fail... look for my 1.4.1 cwm flashable stock file.

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