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I'm a ROM newbie. I've been tweaking and working with Windows since the 80s, so I'm not a newbie to computer technology just Windows Mobile and devices.
What I would like to do is get a ROM that is latest Windows Mobile (6.5.x for now and then eventually 7.x) and the corresponding drives for the TMOUS HD2. I would want to put this on the HD 2. I'd spend a few days playing around with it so I can learn most of it.
Then have a seperate package for the HTC Sense improvements and poke it a bit to learn it's differences. (If not possible to "add" HTC Sense, then a ROM that includes just the WinMo and HTC Sense.)
Once I've done all that, I'd like to include the T-Mobile features as well, such as My Account and so on. I'm guessing these can be included in a CAB without a problem.
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I'd need/want the following:
1) Windows Mobile 6.5.x ROM
2) HTC Sense CAB (or ROM of WinMo with HTC Sense if no CAB)
3) T-Mobile HD 2 CAB
4) T-Mobile HD 2 ROM (to be able to flash phone to out-of-box status). Reading some of the posts, it seems the phone stores a ROM of this somewhen on it?
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How would I go about getting a "kitchen"?
Where would I get the various ROMs?
Am I going about this completely wrong?
Dude.. You want a LOT of things which are already available. All you have to do is look around.
I am not sure or even heard that that the stock ROM is stored on the device even after you flash a Cutsom ROM. I have not read it anywere in these forums.
You can download any ROM that is compatable to your deivce. Just make sure that you Hard SPL (HSPL) your device first before flashing a ROM.
You can download any ROM that has Sence 2.5 and disable the sense and use the WM 6.5.5 UI to play around. Then you can enable Sense 2.5 and then see the difference in features for yourself.
Please spend time in reading some basic stuff before asking all these open questions. There is a lot of info out there.
You can even use the Wiki. Good Luck!
Thanks for the response, VizagDude.
I had read the forum for about 2 days before posting. After 1 more day, I've pretty much got all the answers to my questions. My main problem was trying to understand how the various components (SPL, ROM, Radio) interacted and "stood on top of one another". I've got a pretty good understanding of it now, kinda, so I think I'll be okay.
As for the device storing the stock ROM on it, it was the way another poster had worded their advice about reverting and my lack of understanding of some of the basics. He was instructing us to flash the ROM from the SD card so it would load the SPL included in the ROM on to the device. He forgot to put the step before that stating to put the stock ROM on the SD card first.
I'm just about ready to pick a ROM and test it out. But first I'm trying to find a tool to grab the ROM already on the device so I can flash it back to "out of the box" if I want.
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Eh? There are no links in my message at all! Maybe the kernel versions which I included below is being detected erroneously as a URL? I'll snip it and try again. Back to the original message...
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I have tried searching and browsing the forums, but haven't found exactly what I need to know.
I've been waiting (very patiently) for an Android 2.1 ROM to be released for my phone. I tried to ask HTC Support when it might be available, but they just said 'check the website'.
I'm toying with the idea of rooting the phone, but am a bit undecided. I am interested in what the security risk is of rooting the phone. Doesn't this give root access to any application which I install?
Is there a custom ROM which will work on my HTC Hero, on Orange UK? If there's more than one, which would you recommend?
Currently my phone has the following versions listed:
Firmware version 1.5
Baseband version 63.18.55.06EU_6.35.06.18
Kernel version 2.6.27-8dd6eee [kernel details snipped]
Build number 2.73.61.5 146733 CL#61267 release-keys
Software version 1.0.0.A6288
Thanks,
Michael
I've been waiting (very patiently) for an Android 2.1 ROM to be released for my phone. I tried to ask HTC Support when it might be available, but they just said 'check the website'.
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Hopefully updates will start to be rolled out beginning 26th April,... HOPEFULLY!!!
I'm toying with the idea of rooting the phone, but am a bit undecided. I am interested in what the security risk is of rooting the phone. Doesn't this give root access to any application which I install?
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Indeed it does give root access to all apps you install,... and you are quite right to be worried about security issues. However these risks can be minimised. Only install apps after doing abit of reading up, making sure other users aren't experiencing major issues. Also create nandroid backups (just like creating system restore points on a PC) regularly, so if you run into problems you can roll back to when you were fine.
Is there a custom ROM which will work on my HTC Hero, on Orange UK? If there's more than one, which would you recommend?
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Any ROM for GSM HTC HEROs will work fine. I highly recomend MCR3.2 (see link in my signature). It is a rooted, tweaked Android 1.5 ROM. It is extremely fast and stable. I'd use that until a stable custom Android 2.1 ROM has been released.
One more thing,... Some Orange handsets can be awkward little buggers!!!!
Use BTDAG's guide (link in sig) to try and install the custom recovery console. This may fail as some Orange ROMS are known to be locked down. If this is the case with your phone, you will need to downgrade your ROM.
Gi'me a shout if you need any help.
Thanks for your help.
Use BTDAG's guide (link in sig) to try and install the custom recovery console. This may fail as some Orange ROMS are known to be locked down. If this is the case with your phone, you will need to downgrade your ROM.
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I think you're probably right about the locked Orange ROM -- I have read about other people having the same problem and I do have a fairly new ROM installed.
I'm sure I'll be ok, as long as the instructions are well-written!
However these [security] risks can be minimised. Only install apps after doing a bit of reading up, making sure other users aren't experiencing major issues. Also create nandroid backups (just like creating system restore points on a PC) regularly, so if you run into problems you can roll back to when you were fine.
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Ok I see. The thing that worries me mostly isn't the risk of losing data, but the risk of someone stealing identity/financial data from my phone, maybe by means of hidden malicious code in an app... Still, that could already be happening. Maybe I just need to be more careful in general.
I won't ask more questions yet... I'll go read those pages you suggested.
Thanks!
I used the flashrec method of rooting on my orange handset, can't remember what rom I was on though at the time.
Definitely root its the way forward. Once you go android 2.1 (on a good custom rom) you will never want to go back to 1.5.
Once you have root all (or most) custom roms come with SuperUser.apk which is an app that controls root permissions in apps, you can deny it, grant it, grant it once etc... you get the drift so it can be controlled.
You don't have to worry about security too much.
ROM FLASHING GUIDE
Well lately i have noticed a lot of first timers have joined this community with Wildfire.. We affectionately call them noobs .. SO here is my guide to flashing rom right now its very simple anyone can do it without this guide but for all the first timers who are feeling uneasy or unusual I hope this will help.
Note::WILDFIRE is now completely rooted GO HERE and follow the instructions to root your phone.
In Case you need MORE ROOTING INSTRUCTIONS JUST CLICK.
UPDATE:: If you have already rooted your phone or planning to root it you can get the CUSTOM ROMs Wildpuzzle here
Vibes v1.1 One Stable and one under trial ROM. You can contribute by testing the new ones. thanks.
IMPORTANT:: If you are planning to install a custom rom leave this guide Now without following the steps below and follow the Rom flashing instructions at the Custom Rom Page.
Update :: Flashing ROMS with Goldcard ?? Well HERE IS THE COMPLETE GUIDE INLUDING:
1>How to create Goldcard?
2>How to flash roms with goldcard?
STEP 1 > Go to www.shipped-roms.com and download the rom relevant to your area which you want to flash. Mind this a Uk rom cant be flashed on a phone with Indian Rom i.e Rom from different areas can not be swapped until unless it is rooted make sure to download ROM from your region.
Edit 1: In case you have already rooted your phone and want to get adventurous you can download custom ROMs or Any ROM for your device you can flash any (Wildfire)ROM.
STEP 2 Download HTC Sync™ 3.0.5387 if you dont already have it. Just enter the serial no. which can be found on wildfire Box box and install it on the PC/Laptop you want to sync your phone data with.
STEP 3 After installation connect your PC and Phone with provided USB cable and on the prompt/notification on your phone select HTC sync.
Now very important :: Sync your phone and Backup your data, messages, mails and contacts. You can use backup apps from the market too.
NOW FLASHING TIMESTEP 4 Its Advisable to keep your phone more than 50% charged. Now run the RUU_*_#.exe ie rom file you had downloaded in STEP 1.
STEP 5 Just Follow the on screen instructions on your PC/Laptop.
TAKE CARE:: During the flashing
>>>do not disconnect the USB cable.
>>>The phone will enter the boot-loader mode during this time.
The whole process will take around 10 minutes.
UPDATE: All those who want to Unroot or remove Root just Flash Official RUU***.exe
Have Fun.
Thank you so much, I will use it later.
One question for step 1.: shipped-roms.com are not adding new ROMs since 20. July 2010. Are there any other sources for new ROMs?
krytak said:
Thank you so much, I will use it later.
One question for step 1.: shipped-roms.com are not adding new ROMs since 20. July 2010. Are there any other sources for new ROMs?
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Sadly there is no such single source for download since Shipped-roms stopped uploading new roms.. we will Just have to post the links here as and when we find/extract new roms.. presently i dont have a ROM different from Shipped-roms as and when i have one i will start a separate relevant thread for the collection of roms..where we all can post links to our uploaded roms
its nice to see you putting so much effort in the buzz forum here!
thank you and keep it on
i hope root will arrive soon.
fishb00n said:
its nice to see you putting so much effort in the buzz forum here!
thank you and keep it on
i hope root will arrive soon.
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Thank you so much Buddy .. it just comes with the love for the community and your device. Its important if we can help use these devices to full potential.. and its a combined effort from all of us that helps.. so My thanks goes to all..
Hope things here would be of some good to you too..
HAVE FUN
Thank you very much for the guide, it realy sounds very simple!
I am a total newbie, never had a smartphone before, never had to deal with ROMs, etc, and I am thinking of getting a Wildfire next week, and if flashing ROMs is done this way, it won't be such a difficult thing to do.
Just a question: Is Wildfire's Bootloader locked or unlocked?
Thank you.
Babis_ECE said:
Thank you very much for the guide, it realy sounds very simple!
I am a total newbie, never had a smartphone before, never had to deal with ROMs, etc, and I am thinking of getting a Wildfire next week, and if flashing ROMs is done this way, it won't be such a difficult thing to do.
Just a question: Is Wildfire's Bootloader locked or unlocked?
Thank you.
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Thank you and welcome we are all newbies at least once in our lives .. Ok now i did not get your question's intention very well but you can access your bootloader i.e you can go to bootloader mode of your phone but you can not flash unsigned ROMs ie custom roms or original roms from another region.. That will be done once the phone is rooted.. Many people including me (though i am not very good at it still i am trying ) are working towards it.. we hope to get it soon then a lot of developments and hacks can be done for this device..
Have Fun
warriorvibhu said:
Thank you and welcome we are all newbies at least once in our lives .. Ok now i did not get your question's intention very well but you can access your bootloader i.e you can go to bootloader mode of your phone but you can not flash unsigned ROMs ie custom roms or original roms from another region.. That will be done once the phone is rooted.. Many people including me (though i am not very good at it still i am trying ) are working towards it.. we hope to get it soon then a lot of developments and hacks can be done for this device..
Have Fun
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Sorry if I wasn't very exact in my words. I meant exactly what you answered:
If you are able to Flash whatever ROM you want, like Desire/Nexus One users do, but Milestone (for example) users cannot, even though their smartphone is rooted, the Bootloader is Locked.
So from what I understand, when Wildfire gets finally rooted we will be able to Flash whatever unsigned ROM we want.
Keep up the good work and hope you root the phone soon!
Thank you Warrior for this write-up!
I've got some experience in flashing ROMs on a WinMO Phone but a total n00b with Android Phones...
Small question for you if you don't mind...
When looking at the 'What is your firmware' post (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=722988), I notice I have exactly the same firmware than the Original Poster although he is from Germany and I'm from Belgium. Others with the same firmware were from Denmark and France.
Firmware-Version
2.1-update1
Baseband
13.45.55.24H_3.35.15.31
Kernel
2.6.29-4266b2e1
[email protected] #1
Wed May 19 21:21:28 CST 2010
Build-Nr
1.14.405.2 CL183733 release-keys
Software-Nr.
1.14.405.2
Browser
WebKit 3.1
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On my Phone, I can choose between Dutch, French and English as language for the operating system. I guess our German friend will have a German language option on his Phone and the Danish guy will probably have yet another option (Danish). Are all these different languages contained in the ROM itself??
Can we all use the same ROM file from Shipped-ROMs.com?
The only ROM on shipped-ROMs that completely corresponds to the version numbers I see on my phone is this one:
RUU_Buzz_HTC_WWE_1.14.405.2_R_Radio_13.45.55.24_3.35.15.31_release_130814_signed.exe
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How would I recover the Dutch and French language options if I would ever need to install this WWE ROM??
Thanks for any clarification!
Sylvain
I'm asking the same question as @Sylle.
I have the same firmware, software, etc. numbers as he does. I've bought my Wildfire from Vodafone Romania (also locked on this network - this is the reason I want to change the ROM, until a rooting method is discovered) and it has the locale ROM (I'm guessing Central - Eastern Europe or something...it also has Polish, Czech and so on).
I'm goind to put the WWE ROM (RUU_Buzz_HTC_WWE_1.14.405.2_R_Radio_13.45.55.24_3. 35.15.31_release_130814_signed.exe) but i would like to know if there's any way to extract the current ROM? Or to make a backup of it, in case I ever need it later..
Many thanks for this topic; definitely going on my "subscribed to" list.
I am a n00b to ROM flashing, but not to *nix systems; anxiously awaiting root, at which point this info is going to come in handy.
I just wondered whether anybody knows if HTCFlasher (the Linux Flash software) works with the Wildfire?
Sylle said:
Thank you Warrior for this write-up!
I've got some experience in flashing ROMs on a WinMO Phone but a total n00b with Android Phones...
How would I recover the Dutch and French language options if I would ever need to install this WWE ROM??
Thanks for any clarification!
Sylvain
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Hey dude all you answers one by one :: First things first i am myself new to android flashing but i was pretty good on windows devices not just flashing but a lot of other stuff too..
ALL ANSWERS ARE TO THE BEST OF MY KNOWLEDGE EVERYONE SHOULD FEEL FREE TO CORRECT ME IN CASE I AM WRONG::
About language packs inside the rom ::
There are no extra language packs inside ROM other than what you can see.. what i mean is there is no hidden language pack that can be somehow hacked and enabled.
THIS NEXT REPLY IS FOR SYLVIAN AND PHUNCTIONIST
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I'm asking the same question as @Sylle.
I'm goind to put the WWE ROM (RUU_Buzz_HTC_WWE_1.14.405.2_R_Radio_13.45.55.24_3. 35.15.31_release_130814_signed.exe) but i would like to know if there's any way to extract the current ROM? Or to make a backup of it, in case I ever need it later..
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I see that you have found a ROM that corresponds to your ROM..so you can very well go ahead and flash it but to get back to your Original ROM you have to wait till the ROM you Presently have is posted somewhere ..or rooting is done..hence many options will be open to us..
ALSO UR ROM CANT BE BACKED UP AS OF NOW but once rooting is done you can back it up using NANDROID..
I can not try Rooting this as i gifted this phone to my younger BRO and i just have 3 more days to play with it.. i recently have bought HD2 and left my JOB for my Furthur studies so can not spend like i used to earlier .. i am saying this coz it makes me sad as other DEV's are neglecting wildfire for other high end devices and i am not able to help much still i am trying my best..
A quick request: would it be possible to write a similar n00b guide for those of us on Linux (perhaps Ubuntu specific)?
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A quick request: would it be possible to write a similar n00b guide for those of us on Linux (perhaps Ubuntu specific)?
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Hey would love to do that i already have UBUNTU 10.04 on my laptop but never bothered trying flashing on it .. I think since Android is Linux too so it should be easier to root and flash on Linux OS in this case Ubuntu...
BTW i remember something about HTC Flasher..Even more info and discusssion HERE so if you like you can do a bit of your own research too..also there is a thread for Rooting Aria on Ubuntu butfor this to be done on Wildfire we need unrevoked to work on our Wildfire first .. sorry mate this month is my Exam so i am devoting a little less time here in forums..
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Hey would love to do that i already have UBUNTU 10.04 on my laptop but never bothered trying flashing on it .. I think since Android is Linux too so it should be easier to root and flash on Linux OS in this case Ubuntu...
BTW i remember something about HTC Flasher..Even more info and discusssion HERE so if you like you can do a bit of your own research too..also there is a thread for Rooting Aria on Ubuntu butfor this to be done on Wildfire we need unrevoked to work on our Wildfire first .. sorry mate this month is my Exam so i am devoting a little less time here in forums..
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Hi, thanks for the reply (and good luck with your exams!)
One of the things about being new to this scene (I've quite a lot of programming experience) is the lack of a centralized source for information on existing devices. Getting your head around the terminology can be tough. Furthermore, while there are device specific roots, they rarely give insight into the technical process that is going on behind the scenes. I'd really like to gain some insight into the methods people go through when developing a rooting technique.
For instance, say a kernel level exploit is acquired and you obtained a root shell; what is the process for installing the su binary? (what changes are necessary and, because it's a ROM, where would the binary live?)
A lower level resource that started from scratch explaining the boot process, file structure, signing and verification procedure would be ideal, but I haven't yet found one.
(P.S. not necessarily requesting this, just voicing that this seems to be an area that is uncatered for)
Thanks again for the guide.
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I'm asking the same question as @Sylle.
I have the same firmware, software, etc. numbers as he does. I've bought my Wildfire from Vodafone Romania (also locked on this network - this is the reason I want to change the ROM, until a rooting method is discovered) and it has the locale ROM (I'm guessing Central - Eastern Europe or something...it also has Polish, Czech and so on).
I'm goind to put the WWE ROM (RUU_Buzz_HTC_WWE_1.14.405.2_R_Radio_13.45.55.24_3. 35.15.31_release_130814_signed.exe) but i would like to know if there's any way to extract the current ROM? Or to make a backup of it, in case I ever need it later..
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Hello Phunctionist!
I've been reading a bit more about the subject and I would like you to check something out so that I can confirm my suspicion...
You can change/add more locale (which determines the language of your Android OS) by installing the application 'localeswitch'.
However this doesn't add text input prediction for that language. I have the impression this is included in your keyboard software (Input Method extension - IME) on an android phone.
As we both have the same firmware, i'm wondering if we have the same input settings available for the keyboard as I also have options for Polish and Czech.
Amongst others does your keyboard for example allows you text prediction for
- Dutch (Nederlands): mine does
- French (français): mine does
- Croatian (Hrvatski): Mine does NOT
Hope your answers will bring me some clarification...
Thanks in advance!
Sylvain
SYLLE
Do enlighten us too as and when you get clarification .. coz none of my friends are using this phone so i am not able to get this thing cleared..
MANY A THANKS....
What is the simfree spanish rom?
Anyone know what rom should I use for a SimFree Spanish HTC Wildfire
I need another ROM for my Wildfire because it has Chinese language options that I think they are Hongkong and Taiwan. I downloaded this file
RUU_Buzz_HTC_FRA_Bouygues_1.23.483.2_Radio_13.45.55.24_3.35.15.31_release_140524_signed.exe
and tried flashing this ROM many time but got some errors. At first it was very hard for my phone to connect PC, when it's done the Updater told me the ROM is invalid for my phone.. So which ROM I must download and do I need to hack root my phone?
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I need another ROM for my Wildfire because it has Chinese language options that I think they are Hongkong and Taiwan. I downloaded this file
RUU_Buzz_HTC_FRA_Bouygues_1.23.483.2_Radio_13.45.55.24_3.35.15.31_release_140524_signed.exe
and tried flashing this ROM many time but got some errors. At first it was very hard for my phone to connect PC, when it's done the Updater told me the ROM is invalid for my phone.. So which ROM I must download and do I need to hack root my phone?
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ROMs are locked to locations.
Asia has their own rom so you must download the Asia rom.
Not sure if it will fix your problem.
Hi guys, I followed this guide yesterday.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1246040
(great guide)
Now have Windows phone 7 running. I did not want to install the beta version of mango on my phone though and stoped once running nodo. I am a bit noobish and have a few questions. Mango has been officially reliesed if i'm not mistaken. Will there be an update in the zune software if i wait patiently? If not, how do i go about updating to the real mango?
Hi!
Yuki / XBmod's release is updatable The updates should arrive in Zune one by one but you could also try the Cab thread in the Development section - There you can download all the cabs that are required for your phone to update to 7740 (latest stable build). As ab alternative you could try one of the other builds that are in here - They are already updated when you install them! Only backside is that they are not updatable... Yet! Several developers are working on updatable versions of their rom.
Any more questions? Feel free to ask!
/Anders
Hey mate, thanks for the reply. I've been looking into update methods and it's really hard because the internet talks about different methods, other pages mention the beta, but just call it mango, so that makes it hard. I tried the force update method in the zune store but failed after about an hour of trying. Could you please link me to the cab page you mentioned, and can i use these cabs to upgrade from 7392, because all the pages i looked at said you had to go from the previos version. If i do need to go back to the previous version, can i just use the revirt method oin the zune store or am i going to have to flash everything all over again? Thankyou.
Here is the link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1350626
I don't think you have to revert to older versions but I cannot guarantee that it will work! If it fails then yes you'll have to install from the beginning again
/Anders
This guide was last revised on: [2-NOV-2012]
I have decided to write a HOW TO guide on using [DFT] HSPL / RSPL for HTC WP7 First Generation with HTC Trophy 7 for Verizon Wireless (codename SparkW). Hopefully this will make life easier and answer any of your questions you may have along the way.
If you are a complete newb and worried that this will be too complicated, I will make the point that this is one of the easiest HSPL unlocks I have ever performed!
THIS GUIDE SHOULD NOT BE USED WITH non-VERIZON HTC TROPHY's! ROMS ARE NOT INTERCHANGEABLE BETWEEN SPARK (all non-Verizon HTC Trophy's) AND SPARK_W (Verizon HTC Trophy 7) MODELS!
To start off, I would like to answer some common questions people will have. I recommend reading all of them:
Q. Are you a member of DFT?
A. No, I am just a swell guy who felt like writing a guide to help people. Donate to DFT for making HSLP, not me!
Q. Will I be able to keep all of my information on my phone after installing HSPL? [Last revised 3-14-2012]
A. Most likely no, but there is a way if you REALLY want to try it. If your SPL is a version other then 0.88, 1.00, 1.03, then yes, you can keep your information.
If you have installed Verizon's official updates via Zune, you will be running 7720 Mango or newer on your phone. This also means that the SPL will have been updated to 2.xx MNG series and you will have to clean wipe your phone. You may be able to use backup programs to keep your information (currently researching).
If you REALLY want to downgrade SPL without flashing a rom and losing all the data on your phone, I have uncovered a method of doing so. I do not recommend this method to beginners. It requires building a GoldCard flashing setup and is extremely complicated and not guaranteed to work!
If the following doesn't make sense, then you shouldn't attempt it! It is my educated opinion that this is far too much work to keep a rom you will eventually flash over!!
Make a GoldCard setup, and name the rom image I use in this thread to SPAWIMG.nhb. Let the first part of the recovery flashing take place (SPL is the first part), then when your SparkW says "Checking Image," unplug USB from it to prevent from flashing the OS. Reset phone to normal bootloader mode and the SPL should be 1.03. Perform HSPL and your old rom should load fine when it is finished.
With the new newb friendly way of making a GoldCard, I am now willing to help people GoldCard their Spark_W's since it isn't this giant pain in the butt anymore. [Last revised 5-13-2012]
Q. Will DFT or anyone else be making roms for Verizon Trophy (SparkW)? [Last revised 11-02-2012]
A. DFT, ansar, sianto1997, and myself have released roms for Spark_W. Check the Trophy Development forum for more details.
Q. Will I be able to load/deploy apps (also known as Chevron unlock) that require "Interop" after installing HSPL? [Last revised 7-10-2012]
A. No. HSPL only allows for flashing of custom roms. You need to flash a custom rom with Interop unlock already installed.
Q. Will I be able to return to my stock software to send my phone in for warranty work? [Last revised 5-13-2012]
A. Yes! DFT's unlocker tool will allow you to return to OSPL (Original SPL). However, for some reason if you attempt to upgrade your rom using Zune update, you may end up with a half bricked bootloader. Please read the section at the end of my guide on returning to stock for more information!
Q. Can I accidentally flash a Spark/GSM Trophy rom to my phone? [Last revised 2-21-2012]
A. Hopefully no. DFT has changed the device id of the SparkW from PC40200 to SPAW1000 to avoid this. Custom rom designers must change their device ID to SPAW1000 for the rom to flash to the phone after installing DFT's HSPL. Attempting to flash a Spark/GSM rom (or even a stock rom) should result in an hardware ID mismatch, and the flash will be aborted.
Q. Will installing a custom rom or flashing a new rom remove my programming information? Will I need to reprogram via *228? [Last revised 11-02-2012]
A. Programming information should be retained. The only exception I can think of is if you download one of the Verizon Trophy demo roms that was released. I recommend using "RUU_Spark_W_S_VERIZON_WWE_2.04.605.02_Radio_NV_0215_NV58008_RELEASE" to return to stock if necessary.
Q. Is there a rom available that can flash just the SPL like in the WM6.5 days?
A. Currently none that I can find. ansar has a rom that will flash 0.82 of the SPL that way, but this SPL isn't supported by DFT's HSPL software. If someone figures out a way of flashing only the SPL, I will update this guide!
Q. Are HTC Diagnostic drivers required to perform HSPL? [Last revised 7-10-2012]
A. No. If the diagnostic drivers do not install automatically, try this first: Click Start=>Printers and Devices=>Right Click on the big computer and select "Device installation settings"=> Select "Yes, do this automatically."=>Save changes.
Q. Will this allow me to flash WM6.5/Android etc?
A. Not at this time. While its possible that this is a step toward Android on Trophy, at this time it simply isn't possible. DFT is working on an emulator that will allow WM6.1/6.5 to run on Windows Phone 7, which will probably be a better option then duel booting a WM6.5 installation.
Q. If I use this method, won't I be stuck with a really old radio? [Added on 11-2-2012]
A. This originally was case, but now you can flash a newer radio! Please see my SparkW Radio thread for details on flashing different radios! Also, some roms support cab upgrade, so you can install the newest radio via Zune update as well!
Q. What do I need to get started? [Last revised 11-2-2012]
A. Only a few things:
1) Go here and download V3 of DFT's HSPL. The other versions do not support the SparkW!
2) If your SPL is 2.01 or above, I recommend "RUU_Spark_W_VERIZON_WWE_1.03.605.22_RS0512_2K_4K_hybrid_new_partition_RELEASE." It can be found here in Football's Trophy rom thread and also at this mediafire mirror. It is the smallest rom you can download. I recommend a different rom for returning to stock (to save time). Please read the last section of my thread for more details.
3) A USB cable. I highly recommend you use the original USB cable that came with your VZW Trophy's charging kit. It is a high quality cable that will help you avoid problems you may experience with a lower quality cable.
Let's get started!
From this point on, the Verizon Trophy will be referred to its device codename of "SparkW."
Make sure your SparkW is fully charged!!! It does not appear to charge in flash mode!!!
Step 1- Checking current SPL version and installing drivers.
Make sure your phone is fully charged. Then unplug from the charger/computer and shut it down by holding the top button, and then sliding the screen locker down to the bottom of the screen (yes, I know there are probably a few people that have never shut off this phone to reboot!
Now, hold the vol-down button and press the top power button again. Keep holding vol-down until you get a tri-color boot screen that will look similar to this:
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"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
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Once you see a screen like this, plug your SparkW into your computer. Let "HTC USB Sync" drivers install, then on your phone wait for the "Serial" prompt in the white section to change to "USB." You can cancel the installation of Windows Media Device Center if you don't require it. Once the driver is installed, we will check your SPL version.
IF THE DRIVERS FAIL TO INSTALL automatically, try this first: Click Start=>Printers and Devices=>Right Click on the big computer and select "Device installation settings"=> Select "Yes, do this automatically."=>Save changes.
This screen shows 1.03 bootloader:
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This screen shows 2.01 bootloader (with the dreaded MNG! We don't want to use this!)
If you have used Zune update your SparkW to Mango or even Tango, you will have this bootloader or one with a higher version number:
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If you have 0.88, 1.00, or 1.03, skip the rest of this step and go to step 2.
If you have 2.01 or above, you must downgrade your SPL by flashing a different rom. Otherwise, use GoldCard method (read all notes in blue in FAQ above).
Run "RUU_Spark_W_VERIZON_WWE_1.03.605.22_RS0512_2K_4K_hybrid_new_partition_RELEASE" and wait for the files to extract. Once it is done extracting, it should automatically begin flashing the rom. Once the rom is finished flashing, the phone will reboot. You can boot the rom if you want, or hold vol-down again and bring up the tri-color boot screen once more.
If your SPL now shows you have 1.03, you are ready to install HSPL!
Step 2 - Installing DFT Hard SPL
Go here and follow DFT's official instructions. If you had to flash a rom to change the SPL you already know we're running 1.03, so use that version when prompted!
Tip - Run "DFT_RSPL_WP7FG3_LAUNCH.exe" first, then "DFT_HSPL_WP7FG3_INSTALL.exe"
I want to return my phone to stock! [Last updated 8-28-2012]
Okay, first thing to note is, it is not as simple as flashing a stock rom. The device ID of DFT's HSPL has been changed from PC40200 to SPAW1000 to avoid GSM Spark roms from being flashed on the phone by mistake. The process to reflash to stock isn't difficult at all, so just read on!
First, boot your phone into the tri-color boot screen by holding vol-down + the power. Connect your phone to your PC. Then, run "DFT_HSPL_WP7FG3_INSTALL.exe" and select "OSPL" from the drop down. Wait for it to install and you are ready to flash a stock rom!
Flash "RUU_Spark_W_S_VERIZON_WWE_2.04.605.02_Radio_NV_0215_NV58008_RELEASE" to your phone. It can be found in Football's Trophy rom thread!
After doing this, you will have to run the HSPL process from scratch again if you wish to flash custom roms.
You should update your phone via Zune to the latest software. The reason for this is to avoid permanently half-bricking your bootloader. For whatever reason, after installing HSPL and then updating with official driver updates and newer roms (after returning to OSPL), you might end up half-bricking your bootloader. If you run the phone threw all Zune updates, the SPL is flashed multiple times, fixing the problem directly after it occurs.
If for some reason after updating using ANY method and a stock rom, and your bootloader is still half bricked, you MUST use the GoldCard method described here to fix the problem before returning your phone for warranty work!
I hope this guide can help some people out and answer basic questions I have seen in the official DFT thread.
Please make sure to donate to DFT in their official thread to show them how much we appreciate their hard work!
Reserved for future use.
I am looking to make this the best guide possible, so if I need to update anything please let me know.
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[Revisions 11-2-2012]
Added link to sianto1997's SparkW rom.
Various rewording and typo fixes.
Cleaned up my recommended rom for returning to stock in ALL sections of guide!
Various other changes.
[Revisions 8-28-2012]
Updated method for returning to stock. Older rom now has problems updating to stock, but a newer rom is now safe to use because of Tango update being available.
Misc details added here and there.
[Revisions 7-10-2012]
Removed references to roms not being released, they have been released.
Other misc edits.
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[Revisions 5-13-2012]
Added info about an easy GoldCard to fix half bricked bootloaders, and warnings about sending in a device that hasn't been fixed in for warranty work.
[Revisions 3-14-2012]
Various minor edits and updates.
Updated question on saving original rom data. Added info on saving original rom and still doing HSPL using GoldCard. I will not be supporting or explaining this method for SPL downgrade as I not believe it is worth the time and effort.
Added question about radios.
[Revisions 3-02-2012]
Added note for possible Zune driver requirement.
[Revisions 3-01-2012]
Added alternate download link for 1.03 SPL rom.
[Revisions 2-21-2012]
Added VZW stock rom name to OSPL flash procedure. This rom can use Verizon's official cab updates. Revising other parts of guide to reflect this.
Changed formatting to make guide easier to read.
Changed HSPL Device ID to correct number (SPAW1000)
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Thanks for the guide! Microsoft sure has done a lot to go out of their way to put these things on lock-down! Older winmo devices so much easier!
Thanks for this post, This is really helpfull. Helps me understand the process here.
WTF is with the 2.1 ...MNG thing (of course my phone has it)? Did everyone get this or is this just some phones ?
Riddle me this. Once we have a rom available that will give a Full Unlock (like the freedom rom) and Internet Sharing that was built into Mango working, I'll be all over this.
Before doing anything, I'll make a Zune type backup (one of the 3rd party backups that use Zune's files to do the backup), will the process be to install Mango rom (there is a good mango rom avail for the VZW Trophy) then restore. Or can I just restore from backup ?
Again, nice guide and thanks !
nickmo20 said:
Thanks for the guide! Microsoft sure has done a lot to go out of their way to put these things on lock-down! Older winmo devices so much easier!
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No, You just got into it after the devs had a few years with it to find the flaws in it. WP7 is still new. Trust me, we would be in the same boat if WP6.1 just came out.
DavidinCT said:
Thanks for this post, This is really helpfull. Helps me understand the process here.
WTF is with the 2.1 ...MNG thing (of course my phone has it)? Did everyone get this or is this just some phones ?
Riddle me this. Once we have a rom available that will give a Full Unlock (like the freedom rom) and Internet Sharing that was built into Mango working, I'll be all over this.
Before doing anything, I'll make a Zune type backup (one of the 3rd party backups that use Zune's files to do the backup), will the process be to install Mango rom (there is a good mango rom avail for the VZW Trophy) then restore. Or can I just restore from backup ?
Again, nice guide and thanks !
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I ended up with the 2.01 SPL on my phone by installing "RUU_Spark_W_S_VERIZON_WWE_2.01.605.04_2K_new_partition_RELEASE.exe." This rom was a leaked Mango rom, but more importantly, it helped users out that accidentally installed "RUU_Spark_W_VERIZON_WWE_1.03.605.20_2K_new_partition_RELEASE.exe." That 1.03.605.20 rom was used as a demo, and would turn your phone into one of those demo phones you'd see in the store! For about 4 months my SparkW was an unusable store demo 2.01.605.04 made the phone usable again, so there are probably a fair number of people who have it installed. There are now multiple working 1.03.x roms out, and I have yet to figure out if any of them are the original Verizon shipping software (and could be used to restore via a backup).
It's also possible that the 2.01 SPL was installed when Zune updated to Mango 7720. I have yet to perform the update process this way, so I can't confirm it. I think it is likely that if you have Mango installed, you will have the 2.01 SPL and have to wipe the phone. I am tinkering around to see if I can make a flashable 1.03 only SPL update, so we won't lose everything when flashing. AriveC users have it so easy...
I can tell you that I am currently testing DFT's SparkW rom (you can private message mwang and let him know you are interested in testing). It does have Internet Sharing (I am using it right now to post this) and the damn rom is made of epic and win. No NAT support and I can't log-into IRC, but I'll take it over my busted HTC Eris any day right now. The rom is not perfect (my testing shows that ##PST# crashes and doesn't work!), so hopefully they can iron that out before final release (because its pretty much flawless from my testing other then that little hitch).
As for restoring from backup... I honestly have no idea. I have never had any luck with any backup programs, so I couldn't describe a process I would know for a fact would work. :/ I am working on cooking a Verizon rom that can be flashed with HSPL, but it won't have any fancy features (basically, just taking the stock rom and making it flashable via HSPL). Only real difference in the basic Verizon rom I am working on is that I will strip all Spanish support out (that saved almost 30mbs in space vs the original rom).
For now, I am sticking with my recommendation of not bothering with HSPL. Hopefully tomorrow I can cook a proper SPL only image that can be flashed and then we can all keep our data until the awesome Freedom rom hits.
yeah since everyone seems so close to releasing something, I'll hang on to this phone. I had it for 14 day-trial thing from verizon but since everyone is on the verge of getting internet sharing, and stable ROM releases and such, I'll wait...
once I've 'drank the koolaide' and run some custom ROMs i'll be looking for the programs to start doing my own ROMs.
As your testing that rom, How's battery life on it ? I remember in the 6.5 days, where one rom where power management was not addressed, you could take a 24 our battery and turn it into a 3 hour battery....
I do like the sound of Epic....Is it a Full unlock (like freedom) that is up to date with 8107 ? Can you take the updates via the cab method on it or do you have to wait for a new rom for new features if released ?
The backup process has worked for me pretty good, the key is to have the same exact Zune version as the Support tools and it wil work flawlessly. I have a few backups from the past to make sure if something screws up I can get back to a point with save games, etc.
I look forward to a full unlock rom that kills the limits of my current phone with a factory rom.
I can't really vouch for the battery life since I live in a fringe region, but honestly, it seems about the same. It is up-to-date with 8107. I am assuming it has full unlock due to the tools that come with it. I haven't had a change to deploy anything that would really require full unlock (I'm too busy testing other stuff and looking for a easier SPL method right now to really test app deployment). Like I said, message the guys if you are interested in testing. Everything is working pretty good.
I overhalled bits and pieces with revised and updated information. For anyone that hasn't done this (or even those who have), you might want to re-read the revised parts (especially the parts on returning to stock!).
Thanks for the guidance. Very well written, and informative. Does anyone know when a sparkW rom will be available.
I am working on my own rom, but CDMA might be causing some issues with OSBuilder (was writing a post about it in OSBuilder thread when I saw your post in this thread).
DFT has a pre-release rom in the works for SparkW, but you need to private message mwang and let him know you are interested in testing it.
ETA's are more then likely "they will be done when they are done." CDMA is new to the WP7 cooking universe, so it will take some time to iron out the kinks.
Great, I look forward to trying it out.
Does anyone know where else we can find a download to get back to 1.03? The link for RUU_Spark_W_VERIZON_WWE_1.03.605.22_RS0512_2K_4K_h ybrid_new_partition_RELEASE is for filefactory, and it's demanding that I pay for a premium account before it'll let me download the file.
Thanks for putting this guide together. I've been holding onto my launch-day Touch Pro 2 on a wing and a prayer lol.
Maybe I'll finally pickup a trophy once tethering is an option, but prices on Ebay are so flippin high for a year old phone.
ken52787 said:
Does anyone know where else we can find a download to get back to 1.03? The link for RUU_Spark_W_VERIZON_WWE_1.03.605.22_RS0512_2K_4K_h ybrid_new_partition_RELEASE is for filefactory, and it's demanding that I pay for a premium account before it'll let me download the file.
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I had the same question; TheXev is helping me out on this, I'll let you know.
hello guys i have a verizon trophy working on gsm only here, i can help testing on the gsm side of it, let me know, i really need mango latest rom. thanks
janko10 said:
Thanks for putting this guide together. I've been holding onto my launch-day Touch Pro 2 on a wing and a prayer lol.
Maybe I'll finally pickup a trophy once tethering is an option, but prices on Ebay are so flippin high for a year old phone.
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Tethering is working in pre-release DFT Freedom for Verizon Wireless. I am using it now.
sinister1 said:
I had the same question; TheXev is helping me out on this, I'll let you know.
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Yeah, sorry I haven't been able to upload the file yet. Last few days have been hell at home so I will try my best to get it uploaded to mediafire today.
elmanortega said:
hello guys i have a verizon trophy working on gsm only here, i can help testing on the gsm side of it, let me know, i really need mango latest rom. thanks
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You're still running NoDo on your Trophy? Zune update should at least bring you to 7720 (first rev Mango). I recommend testing DFT Freedom though, simply to get full updated plus perks. DFT Freedom is at 8107 currently.
Anyone who wants to test DFT Freedom for Verizon should private message mwang and ask him if you can test.
I am tempted to torrent that Verizon stock rom if mediafire doesn't work out.
You're still running NoDo on your Trophy? Zune update should at least bring you to 7720 (first rev Mango). I recommend testing DFT Freedom though, simply to get full updated plus perks. DFT Freedom is at 8107 currently.
Anyone who wants to test DFT Freedom for Verizon should private message mwang and ask him if you can test.
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yes i waited cause i wanted to hspl i have mwang rom im gonna flash it now i will report back today in the afternoon.
You need HSPL to install his rom. I'll see if I can sneak over to my buddies house today and upload the original VZW rom.
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You need HSPL to install his rom. I'll see if I can sneak over to my buddies house today and upload the original VZW rom.
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If that doesn't work out, let me know. I have a server I can host the file on.