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Hi Everyone, How I can install a custom recovery in a500 On ICS
The Build Number is : 1.031.00_WW_GEN1
Image Version is : RV03RC01_WW-GEN1
If You help me i can help you :highfive:
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Acer A500 Stock ICS
HTC Incredible 2 Stock ( For Now)
1. Install acer recovery installer from market. This apk is free.
2. Keep with you the .zip or .image file of recovery which you want to install and place it in sd card.
3. Run the apk and select install from sd card.
4. If apk do not detect .zip file in your sd card than extract recovery.image from that file and store it in sd card.
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You can get custom recovery files from tegraowners.com or any other custom recovery in development section.
jancarlos1597 said:
Hi Everyone, How I can install a custom recovery in a500 On ICS
The Build Number is : 1.031.00_WW_GEN1
Image Version is : RV03RC01_WW-GEN1
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The real answer is if you have ICS, to install a custom recover or custom kernel you must have an unlocked bootloader.
The following resources are related to the new bootloader, a quick read of the OPs of the first two are highly recommended, even if you install with the third link. (This is to have a highlevel idea of what you are changing on your device, as it will help you find what you need to look closer at in future if something goes wrong, or possibly prevent a problem in the first case)
bootloader thread
civato's guide
Afterota tool (windows users bootloader install tool)
If you already have the unlocked bootloader installed, but can't boot into recovery:
This is likely because you have a stock ICS rom overwritting recovery with the stock recovery in every boot; either use fastboot or (if you have root) a program such as acer recovery installer to force the install of a recovery and immediately reboot into it. (Most bootloader installers will also install a recovery that you can immediately boot into)
Once in recovery you can backup/restore/or install a rom modified to prevent the overwrite of recovery. (More advanced users can stop this from adb by removing some files)
Personally I use a lightly modified version of the stock rom you are using now:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1661492
it ought to be safe to do a no wipe update to that and receive a more expected environment with a custom recovery, optional custom OC kernel, and busybox support.
However if you explore the dev section, many other (both more and less modified) versions of ICS roms exist. Themed and otherwise. So feel free to explore.
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UPDATED NEWBIE GUIDE v2.0
FOR REDMI NOTE 3 SNAPDRAGON (KENZO)
(WORKS FOR ALL MIUI / AOSP / CM BASED ROMs)
GUIDE SECTIONS : QUICK LINKS#1 : MIUI ROM | TYPES OF MIUI ROM | TWRP | TYPES OF TWRP
#2 : TWRP FLASHABLE ZIPs | FULL PARTITION BACKUP | FLASHING ROM
#3 : RESTORING MIUI FIRMWARE (WIP) | SUMMARY | CREDITS
IMPORTANT NOTE !!- Before following any step or asking any question, please read the guide & the below comments very carefully & thoroughly
- You are choosing to make these modifications, I take no responsibility for bricked devices, dead or corrupt SD cards, accidental data wipe etc.
- This guide only supports users who have UNLOCKED their BOOTLOADER using OFFICIAL method
- I have dropped support for users who have UNLOCKED their BOOTLOADER using UNOFFICIAL method as it was risky & confusing
- This guide will be updated as new information, TWRP, methods are added. Do let me know if I have forgot to mention anything useful
MIUI ROM
MIUI (pronounced as Me-You-I) is Xiaomi's custom built firmware on top of Android like Samsung's Grace UX, HTC's Sense, OnePlus's OxygenOS which runs on their smartphones. MIUI is also the second most popular Android firmware, after CyanogenMod. MIUI is based on Android's AOSP base with its own modifications and extensive features over the top. At first glance it resembles like a hybrid between Google's Material Design and Apple's iOS. But unlike Stock Android or iOS, MIUI is very intuitive, feature rich and has multiple tweaking options.
MIUI is updated regularly depending on the development branch. Xiaomi takes reports, feedback and suggestions from the community, addresses the bugfixes and integrates new features upon request. Most of Xiaomi devices are regularly patched with monthly security updates. The flagship "Mi" series like Mi3, Mi4, Mi5 receive quicker Android version updates than their budget "Redmi" series like Redmi 2, Redmi 3, Note 2, Note 3 etc.
TYPES OF MIUI ROM
There are 2 development branches of official MIUI ROMs for all Xiaomi devices.
A) Stable Branch aka Stable Builds
- It is updated on a monthly basis or longer
- New features are added slowly after testing
- Higher system stability and less bugs than Beta ROMs
- It has a four digit numbering scheme (X.X.X.X)
- For eg. 8.X.X.X is MIUI8 Stable ROM
- Stable ROMs come in 2 variants
1. MIUI China Stable ROM
- This ROM is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices sold in China
- It is made for the Chinese market & contains Chinese MIUI apps
- Google Apps are absent. You can install them manually or by using ADB
- It supports Chinese & English language
2. MIUI Global Stable ROM
- This ROM is pre-installed on all Xiaomi devices sold outside China
- It is made for the International market & contains English MIUI apps
- Google apps are pre-installed by default
- It supports 50+ languages
B) Beta Branch aka Developer Builds
- It is updated on a weekly/bi-weekly basis or longer
- New features are added quickly for testing
- Lower system stability and more bugs than Stable ROMs
- It has a three digit numbering scheme (X.X.X)
- For eg. 6.11.21 is MIUI8 Beta ROM for 21th Nov, 2016
- This ROM is not pre-installed on any Xiaomi device.
- You have to install Beta ROM over Stable ROM manually.
- Beta/Developer ROMs come in 2 variants
1. MIUI China Beta/Developer ROM
- It is made for the Chinese market & contains Chinese MIUI apps
- Google Apps are absent. You can install them manually or by using ADB
- It supports Chinese & English language
2. MIUI Global Beta/Developer ROM
- It is made for the International market & contains English MIUI apps
- Google apps are pre-installed by default
- Supports more than 50+ languages
Vendor aka Unofficial MIUI ROM
- Official MIUI ROM is found on Xiaomi devices that are bought from official channels
- Official channels include Xiaomi stores, flipkart.com, amazon.com etc.
- Vendor/Unofficial MIUI ROM is typically found on Xiaomi devices that are bought from unofficial channels/third-party resellers
- Unofficial channels include geekbuying.com, gearbest.com, banggood.com, ebay.com etc.
- Resellers take any of the official MIUI ROMs and modify it by injecting malwares, adwares, promotional apps etc.
- Vendor ROM may or may not contain Chinese MIUI Apps or Google Apps
- The Vendor ROM is then flashed by the reseller via EDL mode using MiFlash Tool, which bypasses LOCKED bootloader status
- Vendor ROMs can be identified by their odd 5 digit numbering scheme (X.X.X.X.X) eg. MIUI8 8.0.1.1.0, MIUI7 7.9.8.8.0
- You can identify a vendor ROM by comparing its version with official MIUI version here : http://en.miui.com/download.html
- Due to stability & security reasons, such ROMs should not be used and should be changed immediately.
- You should flash official MIUI ROMs using MiFlash Tool via EDL mode.
TWRP
TWRP stands for Team Win Recovery Project. It is a custom recovery used to flash ROMs, kernels & scripts, take full system backups, restore backups etc. There are multiple versions of TWRPs for the Redmi Note 3 Snapdragon (kenzo). Many new users are confused as to which version of TWRP to flash after UNLOCKING the BOOTLOADER OFFICIALLY.
Thanks to Xiaomi for the multiple hardware revisions, outdated kernel sources & the tiresome process of unlocking the bootloader, this device has become even more complicated for the developers as well as for the end users. Hopefully Xiaomi updates the kernel sources as soon as possible. This will result in a streamlined and unified environment for the developers while compiling ROMs and for the user for a better end user experience.
TYPES OF TWRP
1. Official TWRP : https://dl.twrp.me/kenzo/
- The base version of TWRP 3.0.2-2
- It is the stock version with no modifications done to it
- Used to flash flash ROMs, kernels & scripts, take full system backups, restore backups etc.
2. F2FS TWRP
Nougat : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=70148939&postcount=3710
Marshmallow : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68023154&postcount=2
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.2-2
- Adds support for F2FS based file systems
- Specifically made for official CyanogenMod ROMs
- Compiled with Android 6.x & Android 7.1 branch respectively.
- Users can convert their /data & /cache partitions from EXT4 to F2FS for better performance (Optional)
3. Unofficial TWRP : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/recovery-twrp-3-0-2-0-t3446909
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.2-2
- Up-to-date with Android 6.0 & Android 7.0 branch
- Adds support for F2FS based file systems
- Users can convert their /data & /cache partitions from EXT4 to F2FS for better performance (Optional)
- Can backup all partitions of the device
- Permissive SELinux
4. ZCX TWRP : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/zcx-twrp-install-twrp-flash-supersu-t3462448
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.2-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
- Disables forced encryption
- Updated to Android 7.1 TWRP source
- SuperSU updated to v2.76
- Fixes "0MB Storage", "Unable to mount /" errors
- Adds support for Android 6.0 /data partition decryption
- Can be used to flash incremental OTA updates on MIUI rooted ROMs
5. Cofface TWRP : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/recovery-kenzotwrp-cafface-3-0-0-t3369341
- Based on official TWRP 3.0.0-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
6. Safe TWRP v2 : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/modified-twrp-deleting-emmcappsboot-t3371667
- Based on Cofface TWRP 3.0.0-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
- Specifically compiled for users who UNLOCKED the BOOTLOADER using UNOFFICIAL method.
- Prevents hardbrick while flashing MIUI Recovery ROM Zip or incremental OTA Zip
7. Alka TWRP : http://en.miui.com/thread-282773-1-1.html
- Based on Cofface TWRP 3.0.0-0
- Patches boot.img automatically (Removes dm-verity flag)
- Disables forced encryption
- Can backup all partitions of the device
TWRP FLASHABLE ZIPS- These zips are meant to be flashed with TWRP with a specific order.
- Before flashing any zip make sure you have taken full backup of your device partitions using TWRP.
- Steps for full backup are mentioned in the next section.
PATCHES
1. Universal Boot Image Patcher : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/modified-twrp-deleting-emmcappsboot-t3371667
- This zip patches the boot.img i.e. it disables "dm-verity" (Lollipop Only)
- Use this zip if you are having official TWRP, F2FS TWRP, Unofficial TWRP installed.
- All other TWRPs automatically patch the boot.img so no need to use this zip.
- This zip has to be flashed immediately after flashing MIUI Lollipop Recovery ROM else your ROM wont boot.
2. Lazy Flasher : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByWEieei-0nyMTR4R0dxWk9BTms/view
- This zip patches the boot.img i.e. it disables "dm-verity" and disables forced encryption (Marshmallow Only)
- Use this zip if you are having Official TWRP, F2FS TWRP, Unofficial TWRP, Cofface TWRP, Safe TWRP v2 installed.
- If you are using ZCX, Alka TWRP no need to use this zip
- This zip has to be flashed immediately after flashing MIUI Marshmallow Recovery ROM else your ROM wont boot.
3. VoLTE Patch : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/volte-patches-nougat-based-cm-roms-t3509257
- This zip is to be flashed on specific Android 7.x Nougat based ROMs
- It enables VoLTE support by flashing modem partitions
4. RR 5.8.0 Fingerprint Fix : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/guide-how-to-enable-goodix-fingerprint-t3507979
- This zip is to be flashed on Resurrection Remix 5.8.0
- This zip enables fingerprint sensor support for models having Goodix FP sensor
5. CM13 Front Camera Fix : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/fix-camera-fix-official-cm13-builds-t3454893
- This zip is to be flashed if your front camera doesnt work on CM13 ROM
- This zip fixes "Could not connect to camera" issues.
6. CM13 Security & Radios Fix : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B2CgYqnPbCh_RnJDaHJtdEFYRGM
- This zip is to be flashed after booting into system after flashing CM13 ROM
- This zip fixes the SIM issues and the force close in Security setting
FIRMWARES
1. Multi-ROM Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/development/rom-multirom-firmwares-t3519420
- This zip enables us to boot multiple ROMs on the device simultaneously
- It flashes bootloader and other partitions
- This zip locks the bootloader
2. TheStrix's CM13 Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68023154&postcount=2
- This is the firmware that CyanogenMod 13 supports. Upgrades it from LP to MM firmware.
- This zip has to be flashed before flashing CM13 ROM else fingerprint & other sensors might not work.
- This zip does not lock the bootloader
3. TheStrix's CM14 Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68671310&postcount=2
- This is the firmware that CyanogenMod 14.1 supports.
- This zip has to be flashed before flashing CM14.1 ROM else fingerprint & other sensors might not work
- This zip locks the bootloader. Flash this one if you dont want BL Lock : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0BzDVQwVyIvEbTUZCR3lkSmR6X1E/
4. Android N Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/cm14-14-1-aosp-n-firmware-kenzo-kate-t3507789
- This zip upgrades your firmware to support 7.x Nougat ROMs
- This zip should be flashed before flashing any Android 7.x Nougat ROM
- This zip does not lock the bootloader
ADD-ONS
1. Xposed Framwork : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/guide-installing-xposed-framework-roms-t3416123
- Before installing any zip, perform a full backup.
- Official release is for AOSP / CM based ROMs
- Unofficial release is for MIUI ROMs
FULL PARTITION BACKUPBefore proceeding towards Flashing ROMs make sure you have backed up all the partitions on your device. Incase anything goes wrong, you can always restore the backup.
Requirements:
- Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10 PC
- Unofficial TWRP / Alka TWRP / ZCX TWRP
- Running on official MIUI7 / MIUI8 Stable ROM
- BOOTLOADER UNLOCKED Using OFFICIAL method from here : http://en.miui.com/thread-202290-1-1.html
- Minimal ADB+Fastboot drivers : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2317790
1. Installing drivers & initial setup
- On your PC, go to "Folder Options" and de-select "Hide file extensions for known file types"
- Install Minimal ADB+Fastboot drivers & restart your PC
- Make sure your phone's battery level is above 75%. Switch off your phone
- Copy the desired TWRP image file inside the Minimal Fastboot directory (C:\Program Files)
- Rename the TWRP as "twrp.img" Make sure the filename isnt "twrp.img.img"
- Hold "Power Button" & "Volume Down" button together & release both of them after "Fastboot" appears
- Connect the device to PC using USB cable
2. Flashing TWRP
- On your PC, go inside Minimal Fastboot folder directory. Hold shift and right click inside the folder
- Select "Open command window here" and type "fastboot devices" inside the command window.
- If everything goes right, your device should be recognized as "<serial number> <fastboot>"
- Type "fastboot flash recovery twrp.img" & press Enter. This will flash the TWRP in the recovery partition.
- Type "fastboot boot twrp.img" & press Enter. This will boot the phone in TWRP.
- If the language is in Chinese, select the right box, & select English.
- Uncheck "Keep System Read-Only" & Swipe to allow modifications.
3. Backup All Partitions
- Select "Backup" Option & select "Storage location" to external MicroSD card
- Select each & every partition & swipe to backup.
- After backing up, reboot to system.
- For additional saftey, copy the backup from MicroSD card to PC.
4. Flash Recommended TWRP
- After backup is complete you should switch to ZCX TWRP for best results
- Select "Install" Option & select "Flash Image" option
- Select Official TWRP / ZCX TWRP and swipe to flash
- After flashing go back, select "Reboot" and then select "Reboot to Recovery"
FLASHING MIUI/CM/AOSP ROM USING TWRPRequirements:
- BOOOTLOADER : UNLOCKED Using OFFICIAL METHOD
- BACKUP : Full partitions backup
- TWRP : Use ZCX TWRP for best results
1. Rooting MIUI7/8 Lollipop ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Flash Universal Boot Img Patcher Zip (Flash if using Official TWRP, else skip step)
- Reboot to System
- Boot to TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash SuperSU Zip v2.78
- Reboot To System
2. Rooting MIUI7/8 Marshmallow ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Flash Lazy Flasher Zip (Skip step if using ZCX TWRP)
- Reboot to System
- Boot to TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash SuperSU Zip v2.78
- Reboot To System
3. Flashing MIUI7/8 Lollipop Recovery ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash Universal Boot Img Patcher Zip (Flash if using Official TWRP, else skip step)
- Reboot To System
3. Flashing MIUI7/8 Marshmallow Recovery ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash Lazy Flasher Zip (Skip if Using ZCX TWRP)
- Reboot To System
4. Flashing MIUI7/8 Xiaomi.EU ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Reboot To System
5. Flashing Official CM13 ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash CM13 Firmware Zip
- Reboot to Recovery
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash G-Apps 6.0 Zip
- Reboot To System
6. Flashing Official CM14.1 ROM
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash CM14 Firmware Zip
- Reboot to Recovery
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash G-Apps 7.1 Zip
- Reboot To System
7. Flashing AOSP 7.x Nougat ROMs
- Boot To TWRP
- Backup Current ROM
- Flash Android N Firmware Zip
- Reboot to Recovery
- Factory Reset
- Flash ROM Zip
- Flash G-Apps 7.0/7.1 Zip
- Reboot To System
FLASHING MIUI ROM USING MIUI UPDATER APP- This method does not require PC for flashing.
- We use the updater app present on the MIUI ROM itself to flash recovery ROM zip.
- Recovery ROM format : MIUI_DEVICENAME_MIUIVERSION_KEY_ANDROIDVERSION.ZIP
- Example : miui_HMNote3ProGlobal_V8.1.1.0.MHOMIDI_8e5f6f8e03_6.0.zip
Requirements:
- BOOTLOADER : LOCKED / UNLOCKED
- Recovery ROM : MIUI7/8 Stable/Beta : http://en.miui.com/download-301.html
- Stock : System, Boot Image, Recovery
- System : Unrooted
1. Flashing newer Global Stable version from older Global Stable version
i.e. MIUI 8.1.1.0 > MIUI 8.1.4.0
- All data will be preserved in this process, nothing will be wiped.
- Place the ROM zip inside internal storage
- Make sure battery level is above 75%
- Turn on WiFi / Cellular Data
- Open Updater App, select "Choose Update Package"
- Choose the ROM zip & select "Reboot and update"
- The update will take from 5-30 mins to install depending on the size
2. Flashing MIUI Global Beta version from Global Stable version
i.e. MIUI 8.1.1.0 > MIUI 6.12.15
- This process will wipe everything from your device, so take backup before proceeding.
- Place the ROM zip inside internal storage
- Make sure battery level is above 75%
- Turn on WiFi / Cellular Data
- Open Updater App, select "Choose Update Package"
- Choose the ROM zip & select "Reboot and update"
- The update will take from 5-30 mins to install depending on the size
3. Flashing newer MIUI Global Beta version from older Global Beta version
i.e. MIUI 6.12.9 > MIUI 6.12.15
- All data will be preserved in this process, nothing will be wiped.
- Place the ROM zip inside internal storage
- Make sure battery level is above 75%
- Turn on WiFi / Cellular Data
- Open Updater App, select "Choose Update Package"
- Choose the ROM zip & select "Reboot and update"
- The update will take from 5-30 mins to install depending on the size
4. Flashing Global Stable version from Global Beta Version
i.e. MIUI 6.12.15 > MIUI 8.1.1.0
- Unfortunately you cannot flash it using Updater-app
- You will have to use MiFlash Tool to flash fastboot ROM package
- This process will wipe everything from your device, so take backup before proceeding.
- Check out Section #3 for fastboot ROM package flashing using PC
RESTORING MIUI FIRMWARE (WIP)
- We can restore to Stock MIUI firmware from a custom ROM or softbrick by flashing a fastboot ROM using MiFlash Tool
- This method flashes all partitions using stock images. Your entire phone will be restored to factory state.
- Fastboot ROM Format : CODENAME_IMAGES_MIUI-VERSION_BUILD-DATE_ANDROID-VERSION_REGION_KEY.tgz
- Example : kenzo_images_6.12.15_20161215.0000.00_6.0_cn_7f97e1f7a9.tgz
- There are 2 ways for flashing fastboot ROM
1. EDL : Emergency Download Mode (Qualcomm Only)
- It is low-level mode used for recovering the device when phone cannot boot into system, recovery and fastboot mode
- This mode can be used on LOCKED as well as on UNLOCKED bootloaders
- We can boot into EDL mode using ADB commands, Fastboot2EDL Method, Manual Method or Deep Flash Cable
- When your phone boots into EDL mode, the screen turns blank & LED light flashes continuously
- To exit EDL mode, hold the power button for 8-10 seconds till the device restarts
2. Fastboot
- Fastboot Mode is used to UNLOCK bootloader, flash images onto the partitions, recover the device when phone cannot boot into system, recovery mode.
- This mode can only be used on UNLOCKED bootloaders.
- We can boot into Fastboot mode using ADB commands or by using Manual Method.
- When your phone boots into Fastboot mode, the screen will show "Fastboot" text and "Mi Bunny" image.
- To exit Fastboot mode, hold the power button for 8-10 seconds till the device restarts or by typing "fastboot reboot" inside command window.
Requirements:
- PC : Windows 7 / 8 / 8.1 / 10
- Mi PC Suite : http://pcsuite.mi.com/
- Mi Flash Tool
Beta : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9wtW2KGOf0RRS1lZGgybVVnbms/view
01/04/16 : https://drive.google.com/file/d/0B9wtW2KGOf0RaERVZXFtaGxfZ2s/view?usp=drive_web
28/10/15 : http://bigota.d.miui.com/tools/MiPhone20151028.exe
1. Flashing Fastboot ROM using Emergency Download Mode (EDL)
2. Flashing Fastboot ROM using Fastboot Mode
WORK IN PROGRESS
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SUMMARY
1. OFFICIAL UNLOCKED BOOTLOADERS users should use
Official TWRP
- If they plan on staying only on custom ROMs like CM14.1, AOSP
- Universal Boot Img Patcher / Lazy flasher needed after flashing MIUI ROMs
ZCX TWRP
- If they switch between MIUI & CM / AOSP ROMs
- Universal Boot Img Patcher / Lazy Flasher not needed after flashing MIUI ROMs
2. Just got a brand new Redmi Note 3 and wish to flash TWRP or a custom ROM?
STEP 1 : Verification
- Check the model : kenzo, kate, hennessy
- If kenzo, then proceed
- Verify if the installed ROM on your device is official MIUI ROM
- If NO, flash official MIUI ROM using MiFlash tool on PC via EDL mode
STEP 2 : Unlock Bootloader
- Apply for bootloader unlock
- Backup everything from internal storage, SMS, contacts etc.
- Unlock bootloader
STEP 3 : Flash TWRP
- Flash ZCX TWRP using fastboot mode using PC
- Backup all partitions using TWRP
STEP 4 : Flashing Custom ROM
- Factory Reset using TWRP
- Flash required files needed for the custom ROM
- Flash custom ROM zip
- Flash Google Apps zip
- Reboot to System
3. Follow the guides for recovering your device in case of softbrick/hardbrick, IMEI/EFS corrupt etc.
- Video Guide : Bootloader Unlock, Root, TWRP, Restore, Unbrick & ROMs : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/video-redmi-note-3-bootloader-unlock-t3407003
- Flash/Unbrick On Locked/Unlocked Bootloader : http://en.miui.com/thread-235865-1-1.html
- Flash/Unbrick From HS USB 900E Mode : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/unbricking-redmi-note3-hardbrickhs-usb-t3351325
- IMEI/EFS Repair : http://forum.xda-developers.com/redmi-note-3/how-to/flash-recover-efs-snapdragon-t3406789
CREDITS
TWRPs
Vibhor : Official TWRP
TheStrix : F2FS TWRP, CM Firmware
dadi11 : Unofficial TWRP
BY~XM : ZCZ TWRP
Cofface????? : Cofface TWRP
Rajdip : Safe TWRP v2
Alka121209 : Alka TWRP
PATCHES
Rajdip : Universal Boot Image Patcher
jcadduono : Lazy Flasher
Sudeep Duhoon : VoLTE Patch
*Moon- : RR 5.8.0 Fingerprint Fix
tank0412 : CM13 Front Camera Fix
banmeifyouwant : CM13 Radios & Security Fix
FIRMWARE
wmaster4g : Multi ROM Firmware
TheStrix : CM Firmware
Psy_Man : Android N Firmware
GUIDES
Tomsgt : Video Tutorial
Rajdip : Unbrick Guide
Muz_paray : Unbrick Guide
Archit9169 : IMEI/EFS Repair Guide
why after flashing alka recovery, we should again flash cofface? is alka recovery used for backup only? can we flash roms with alka recovery?
white FANNg said:
why after flashing alka recovery, we should again flash cofface? is alka recovery used for backup only? can we flash roms with alka recovery?
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For official users you can flash other ROMs with Alka TWRP as well.
For unofficial users you must flash Safe TWRP v2 after Alka to avoid hardbrick if you flash MIUI ROM.
I am running now stocl global rom with officialy unlocked bootloader.
How can I flash Alka recovery to backup and install cm13? just use adb flash recovery?
Thanks for the initiative, can you explain more about the partitions.
What if one doesn't have all the partitions backed up and flashed custom rom ( CM 13)?
Also please include the current version of TWRP for respective recoveries.
nonyhaha said:
I am running now stocl global rom with officialy unlocked bootloader.
How can I flash Alka recovery to backup and install cm13? just use adb flash recovery?
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fastboot flash recovery alkatwrp.img
mnsk said:
Thanks for the initiative, can you explain more about the partitions.
What if one doesn't have all the partitions backed up and flashed custom rom ( CM 13)?
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Santhosh's CM13 zip based on M firmware has M boot loader. After flashing the zip your bootloader gets locked & gets updated to M boot loader.
So if you want to revert back to MIUI based on Lollipop you need to take backup of each & every partition using Alka TWRP, other TWRP wont work.
This restores the phone back to L boot loader & preserves IMEI.
All the links are updated to the latest versions of respective TWRPs.
SharkcpN said:
All the links are updated to the latest versions of respective TWRPs.
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Can you also include them in the OP like official is on 3.0.2, alka on 3.0. Will be easier to keep track.
I think for officially unlocked bootloader the official TWRP should be used. You can flash the universal boot image patcher as a secondary ZIP if needed, and you can back up EFS with it
Hey all, I have successfully unlocked unofficially and flashed a alka via fastboot but I can't boot into recovery.
If I do adb reboot recovery it goes to a screen with a picture of my device which I assume is the stock recovery. If I reboot with Vol Up and Power I get the same thing. Any ideas? Thanks!
EDIT: I flashed "Safe TWRP v2" then Alka and it worked! Thanks OP
Nice information.
So the alka version is the best for official. Just want to know more:
1. Is that mean that backup/restore feature of cofface not backup all partitions?
2. Are there any differences between cofface and alka beside backup feature? Both seem not built from latest official twrp.
3. How about flashing (not restoring) other Rom from Santosh M Rom?
Thanks.
Sent from my Redmi Note 3 using Tapatalk
I installed alka version and it is in chinese, I am trying desperately to find a way to switch language, but all the guides online point to twrp theme manager, which does not work. any guide to change language from within twrp?
I flashed Cofface twrp also and the language is still in Chinese. there is no way to add some files somewhere to change the freakin' language?
Grantius said:
I think for officially unlocked bootloader the official TWRP should be used. You can flash the universal boot image patcher as a secondary ZIP if needed, and you can back up EFS with it
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Yes you can use it too
Doublewise said:
Nice information. So the alka version is the best for official. Just want to know more:
1. Is that mean that backup/restore feature of cofface not backup all partitions?
2. Are there any differences between cofface and alka beside backup feature? Both seem not built from latest official twrp.
3. How about flashing (not restoring) other Rom from Santosh M Rom?
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1. Yes, only Alka TWRP is capable of backing up & restoring all partitions including bootloader.
2. Alka TWRP backs up EFS (IMEI) partition as well, Cofface dosent. Rest all features are same.
3. For official unlocked users : You can flash any ROM using Alka TWRP.
Unofficial unlocked users : You must flash Safe TWRP v2 before flashing any ROM else it will lead to hardbricking.
nonyhaha said:
I installed alka version and it is in chinese, I am trying desperately to find a way to switch language, but all the guides online point to twrp theme manager, which does not work. any guide to change language from within twrp?
I flashed Cofface twrp also and the language is still in Chinese. there is no way to add some files somewhere to change the freakin' language?
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Re-flash Alka / Cofface TWRP, you will be greeted by a chinese text. Click on the box on the right, select English & tick mark the box above slider & swipe it.
SharkcpN said:
Yes you can use it too
1. Yes, only Alka TWRP is capable of backing up & restoring all partitions including bootloader.
2. Alka TWRP backs up EFS (IMEI) partition as well, Cofface dosent. Rest all features are same.
3. For official unlocked users : You can flash any ROM using Alka TWRP.
Unofficial unlocked users : You must flash Safe TWRP v2 before flashing any ROM else it will lead to hardbricking.
Re-flash Alka / Cofface TWRP, you will be greeted by a chinese text. Click on the box on the right, select English & tick mark the box above slider & swipe it.
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Alka and coface give an error, can't find en.xml in the zip.
nonyhaha said:
Alka and coface give an error, can't find en.xml in the zip.
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Go to TWRP folder in the internal storage where you have installed Themes folder, delete the entire folder.
....i lost the L boot loader...
...good afternoon...
...i flashed shantosh's rom without taking backup...
...so, i lost the stock L bootloader...
...now i see the M bootloader with cyanogenmod logo...
...it's not a problem since i flashed a lot of cm based roms, and some miui roms also, with this M bootloader...
...but i want the official bunny bootloader back...
...how can i restore it back ?
...flashing with mi flash tool maby ??
Thanks for this post cos this finally clears up my confusions.... And well I suppose Cofface is good because rooting after updates is easy....But just one question....Exactly how do I install OTAs? It seems I cant install the small 150mb ota files so I have to install the fastboot rom...But do I have to wipe system before that? Because I tried flashing 7.3.6.0 update (fastboot rom 1.1gb) without wiping system and its still showing me on 7.3.5.0.... So what exactly is the method before applying OTAs?
anshulratchet said:
Thanks for this post cos this finally clears up my confusions.... And well I suppose Cofface is good because rooting after updates is easy....But just one question....Exactly how do I install OTAs? It seems I cant install the small 150mb ota files so I have to install the fastboot rom...But do I have to wipe system before that? Because I tried flashing 7.3.6.0 update (fastboot rom 1.1gb) without wiping system and its still showing me on 7.3.5.0.... So what exactly is the method before applying OTAs?
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You need to use recovery ROM, not fast boot.
And how to move from unofficially unlocked bootloader to official unlocking?
Good Morning,
I'n a new signed member in this forum and i want to thank you for the job you've made to open this community. It's very helpful for the android modding.
However i have some doubts regarding the procedure to follow to make a complete customization of my Asus Zenfone 2 ZE551ML. My intention was to root it, but once i saw some of your Custom Rom i'm going to try to flash one of them on my smartphone. I have already read the theads of the FAQ but i haven't found nothing regarding the correct procedure. My intention is to root the phone and then install the custom Rom. I have seen that the boobtloader unlocked and the flashing of the TWRP are required, but i haven't understood the correct sequential operation to to all these tasks. I'll be very thankful if someone would help me and suggest me the procedures thru the links in the forums.
In past i have rooted my old Samsung S2 and flashed a custom rom but i have never touched the bootloader(?) or installed a custom recovery.
I did it by this order:
1.Root
2.Unlock Bootloader (Unofficial)
3.TWRP
4.Flash Custom Rom
HugoClaw said:
I did it by this order:
1.Root
2.Unlock Bootloader (Unofficial)
3.TWRP
4.Flash Custom Rom
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Thanks, only a further question..
To root i'll follow the method two in this guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone2/general/root-newbie-root-instructions-zenfone-2-t3114063
to unlock the bootloader this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone2/general/congrats-to-bootlocker-unlocked-t3138547
to install the TWRP this guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone2/development/z00az008-zenfone-2-t3265236
but in this case i don't know if i have to download the TWRP LP or MM version, in fact my device currently is running lollipop, but i want to install a custom rom (RR) which is running Marshmallow. Which one i should choose? and in this thread, there is no guide to install the recovery but there are only the download links, could you suggest me where to find how to do it? ..
Then i'd like to flash the RR custom rom following this guide: http://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone2/development/rom-resurrection-remix-mm-5-6-0-t3275854
So this is what i'm going to operate, is it correct?
Yes, this is correct. It doesn't mater what version of TWRP you use. Either works, and both can flash either LP or MM.
If you don't care about OTA:
Unlock bootloader with official apk
Flash twrp with "fastboot flash recovery twrp.img"
Flash custom rom
From the first time i was not able to upgrade my phone to another new version of Android.
The phone was bought on chinese store with Android version : WW V10.40.47.107 (Android MM)
When i checked availability of new versions, phone showed me no result available.
Then following instructions i unlocked bootloader and then install TWRP as recovery system.
I tried to install updates of ROM downloaded from Asus website using this methods with this results :
installing by TWRP with ROM transfered to internal memory of phone KO
installing by "ADB sideload" command KO
I partially resolved after many attempts updating only to Version V11.41.87.2 (Android MM)
I solved in this way :
i used TWRP installing from file transfered directly in microSD
i extracted from zipped file "updater-script" file that is possible to find in the following folder path :
META-INF > com > google > android
and then deleted this rows :
(!less_than_int(1494697617, getprop("ro.build.date.utc"))) || abort("Can't install this package (2017年 05月 14日 星期日 01:46:57 CST) over newer build (" + getprop("ro.build.date") + ").");
.....
getprop("ro.build.asus.sku") == "WW" || abort("Please use the right SKU for updating...");
.....
and then save file extracted and compress into zip file.
During TWRP install process i got some error updates, it seems connected to System folder/partition update
but at the end i was able to update Android to my phone
I tried to do the same method with an other update Version V20.32.67.25 i got a corrupted System folder/partition
It seems essential to update this phone to use original recovery system. Can anyone give it to me?
Or is there someone who has been able to install updates using TWRP without any error ?
Also after installation I wiped the Boot, System, Data, Cache partitions and then I restored from Nandroid backup done by TWRP.
But the phone did not start at the reboot.
I then had to reinstall the update with the method described above to get the working phone back
Why did Nandroid backup with TWRP not correctly restore the phone?
Many thanks to anyone can help me
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=72448182
There is a link to a rom in this post. In that zip you will find recovery.img. Flash it with adb, like you flashed twrp.
Then you can flash the last M official rom, and subsequently the first and last N roms.
That's the way I did it. I had to end up wiping data, to make it work correctly.
I'm also looking for a Nougat recovery.img.
I wouldn't like to go thru all the process again if there is another update.
Good luck.
Sent from my ASUS_Z01HD using Tapatalk
betche99 said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=72448182
There is a link to a rom in this post. In that zip you will find recovery.img. Flash it with adb, like you flashed twrp.
Then you can flash the last M official rom, and subsequently the first and last N roms.
That's the way I did it. I had to end up wiping data, to make it work correctly.
I'm also looking for a Nougat recovery.img.
I wouldn't like to go thru all the process again if there is another update.
Good luck.
Sent from my ASUS_Z01HD using Tapatalk
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I already downloaded that file but i didn't find any recovery.img file inside.
I try again
Many thanks :good::good::good:
johnjohnmel said:
I already downloaded that file but i didn't find any recovery.img file inside.
I try again
Many thanks :good::good::good:
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i think you need flash full firmware bro ,
1. Download newer version firmware
2. You need Convert system.New.DAT to system.img
3. Move system.img and boot.img to minimal adb & fastboot folder
4. Open minimal adb & fastboot
5. Flash boot.img and system.img
halim_wijaya58 said:
2. You need Convert system.New.DAT to system.img
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Hi Halim
Can I change *.DAT to *.img? or I should convert DAT to IMG with special app.?
Hi all.
I have the same room and can't seem to upgrade to N does anyone have a solution?
halim_wijaya58 said:
i think you need flash full firmware bro ,
1. Download newer version firmware
2. You need Convert system.New.DAT to system.img
3. Move system.img and boot.img to minimal adb & fastboot folder
4. Open minimal adb & fastboot
5. Flash boot.img and system.img
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Just to let you know I did this then downloaded each update from Asus website. You have to do it in order ie newest MM to oldest N to newest N. Takes a lot of time but it works. I now have N on my phone.
Thanks everyone for all your help.
mikejasonsmith said:
Just to let you know I did this then downloaded each update from Asus website. You have to do it in order ie newest MM to oldest N to newest N. Takes a lot of time but it works. I now have N on my phone.
Thanks everyone for all your help.
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Boss, I have Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom. I want to update Android nougat. Please help me . Already I unlocked bootloader and convert CN to WW Rom ........
Please help me ....... Please help me....... Please help me
???
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mikejasonsmith said:
Just to let you know I did this then downloaded each update from Asus website. You have to do it in order ie newest MM to oldest N to newest N. Takes a lot of time but it works. I now have N on my phone.
Thanks everyone for all your help.
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Boss, I have Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom. I want to update Android nougat. Please help me . Already I unlocked bootloader and convert CN to WW Rom ........
Please help me ....... Please help me....... Please help me
???
Dear boss , please give me Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom Nougat flashable Rom or any easy solutions........
???
After 11 hours trying out finally solved!!!
I originally just wanted to do a factory reset, and swiped then not only data/cache, but unfortunally - because of lack of expirience - also system partition. After that all the problems occured like described above and partitionally in https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3/help/unbricking-zenfone-3-ze552kl-dm-verity-t3563970 (there was no OS anymore, twrp warned me this every time I wanted to power off, but I couldn't install the firmware again through fastboot neither through twrp -> install zip; have got error 7 or 6).
Afer a lot of fears and hours of trying aroud possibilities above as well as ideas from articles here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3/help/unbricking-zenfone-3-ze552kl-dm-verity-t3563970
https://www.getdroidtips.com/v20-31-49-2-nougat-asus-zenfone-3-zoom/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ze...om-ze553kl-t3612990/post72448182#post72448182
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/twrp-failed-to-mount-system-invalid-argument.508967/
https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/165370/restoring-system-partition-in-twrp
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=810939&st=240#entry63616813
I have finally founded a solution!!! This is in FIRSTLY restoring original recovery and just then flashing the stock ROM. Here the steps to do for it:
a.) Download original stock rom (raw-version!) from https://cloud.mail.ru/public/HuMJ/wEybSNsQA (raw is to flash through AFT - asus flash tool) or from any other source you can find online; official name seems to be "WW-ZE553KL-20.31.49.2-MR2-user-20170620235128-release_raw.zip"
b.) Exctract and move recovery.img to your adb-folder on PC
c.) Boot your phone into fastboot/boot mode, connect to PC through USB-Cable
d.) Run cmd in adb folder, then type in the command "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img"
e.) Reboot and choose recovery mode - now you have no twrp anymore, but the original recovery menue
f.) Install update, which means, original stock from your sd-card.
Be happy!
It would be nice if you could give me feedback, whether my solution was helpful for you, because it took time to write it and hope it will usefull
figulus said:
I originally just wanted to do a factory reset, and swiped then not only data/cache, but unfortunally - because of lack of expirience - also system partition. After that all the problems occured like described above and partitionally in https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3/help/unbricking-zenfone-3-ze552kl-dm-verity-t3563970 (there was no OS anymore, twrp warned me this every time I wanted to power off, but I couldn't install the firmware again through fastboot neither through twrp -> install zip; have got error 7 or 6).
Afer a lot of fears and hours of trying aroud possibilities above as well as ideas from articles here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3/help/unbricking-zenfone-3-ze552kl-dm-verity-t3563970
https://www.getdroidtips.com/v20-31-49-2-nougat-asus-zenfone-3-zoom/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ze...om-ze553kl-t3612990/post72448182#post72448182
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/twrp-failed-to-mount-system-invalid-argument.508967/
https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/165370/restoring-system-partition-in-twrp
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=810939&st=240#entry63616813
I have finally founded a solution!!! This is in FIRSTLY restoring original recovery and just then flashing the stock ROM. Here the steps to do for it:
a.) Download original stock rom (raw-version!) from https://cloud.mail.ru/public/HuMJ/wEybSNsQA (raw is to flash through AFT - asus flash tool) or from any other source you can find online; official name seems to be "WW-ZE553KL-20.31.49.2-MR2-user-20170620235128-release_raw.zip"
b.) Exctract and move recovery.img to your adb-folder on PC
c.) Boot your phone into fastboot/boot mode, connect to PC through USB-Cable
d.) Run cmd in adb folder, then type in the command "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img"
e.) Reboot and choose recovery mode - now you have no twrp anymore, but the original recovery menue
f.) Install update, which means, original stock from your sd-card.
Be happy!
It would be nice if you could give me feedback, whether my solution was helpful for you, because it took time to write it and hope it will usefull
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Boss,
This solutions can work with ASUS ZENFONE 3 ZOOM.........???
I have ZenFone 3 zoom. Already I successfully convert CN to WW Rom by following this introduction ... https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3-zoom/how-to/transfer-cn-rom-to-ww-rom-ze553kl-t3612990
But, I can't update android nougat any way. I convert system.new.dat to system.img...... And try to flash it but unfortunately that's not working......
Please help me .......:crying:
Yes, I did it with my Zenfone 3 Zoom (ze553kl). So, you have firstly to flash the original recovery - to find, as described, in the raw stock rom zip archive. Or, you can find all original recovery's also here: (not tested by myself) https://mega.nz/#F!p90wgAaY!l1JbJilmAUEKTKWu43pT9w
Copy recovery.img to adb-folder, then flash it in fastboot mode in the cmd with "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img". Also copy the original stock rom with Android N to your sd-card and put it into your phone.
Then reboot your phone into recovery - now you have no twrp anymore, but original recovery. Install now the zip with Android-N-stock-firmware from sd-card. Enjoy!
figulus said:
Yes, I did it with my Zenfone 3 Zoom (ze553kl). So, you have firstly to flash the original recovery - to find, as described, in the raw stock rom zip archive. Or, you can find all original recovery's also here: (not tested by myself) https://mega.nz/#F!p90wgAaY!l1JbJilmAUEKTKWu43pT9w
Copy recovery.img to adb-folder, then flash it in fastboot mode in the cmd with "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img". Also copy the original stock rom with Android N to your sd-card and put it into your phone.
Then reboot your phone into recovery - now you have no twrp anymore, but original recovery. Install now the zip with Android-N-stock-firmware from sd-card. Enjoy!
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Boss ,
Thank you very much ...... Your solution absolutely excellent and work very well . I am very happy for your support . But unfortunately I found new problem on my phone ...... After update nougat a white line found on the display......
How can I solved it .......
Waiting for solution.......
Thanks again for your support ........
Glad to hear, that it worked for you as well. About white line I have no idea, but on other pages I have already seen somewhere, that other users also reported about this problem. Try to look at google "ze553kl update white line". You can also search a solution for ze552kl instead of ze553kl, because, as far as I know, the ze552kl (ZenFone 3, without "Zoom") is almost the same device, just with a little worse cam. Therefore, it seems to be longer on the market and to have more users, so there are also more solutions for problems which can occure to this device in the internet. Wish you a good luck!
figulus said:
I originally just wanted to do a factory reset, and swiped then not only data/cache, but unfortunally - because of lack of expirience - also system partition. After that all the problems occured like described above and partitionally in https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3/help/unbricking-zenfone-3-ze552kl-dm-verity-t3563970 (there was no OS anymore, twrp warned me this every time I wanted to power off, but I couldn't install the firmware again through fastboot neither through twrp -> install zip; have got error 7 or 6).
Afer a lot of fears and hours of trying aroud possibilities above as well as ideas from articles here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3/help/unbricking-zenfone-3-ze552kl-dm-verity-t3563970
https://www.getdroidtips.com/v20-31-49-2-nougat-asus-zenfone-3-zoom/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ze...om-ze553kl-t3612990/post72448182#post72448182
https://forums.oneplus.net/threads/twrp-failed-to-mount-system-invalid-argument.508967/
https://android.stackexchange.com/questions/165370/restoring-system-partition-in-twrp
https://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=810939&st=240#entry63616813
I have finally founded a solution!!! This is in FIRSTLY restoring original recovery and just then flashing the stock ROM. Here the steps to do for it:
a.) Download original stock rom (raw-version!) from https://cloud.mail.ru/public/HuMJ/wEybSNsQA (raw is to flash through AFT - asus flash tool) or from any other source you can find online; official name seems to be "WW-ZE553KL-20.31.49.2-MR2-user-20170620235128-release_raw.zip"
b.) Exctract and move recovery.img to your adb-folder on PC
c.) Boot your phone into fastboot/boot mode, connect to PC through USB-Cable
d.) Run cmd in adb folder, then type in the command "fastboot flash recovery recovery.img"
e.) Reboot and choose recovery mode - now you have no twrp anymore, but the original recovery menue
f.) Install update, which means, original stock from your sd-card.
Be happy!
It would be nice if you could give me feedback, whether my solution was helpful for you, because it took time to write it and hope it will usefull
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Very helpful, thanks!
I must've messed something up when I flashed TWRP.
TWRP ran fine, but when I tried to start it up, it stayed stuck at the Android logo.
Then errors popped up when I tried to install the stock rom through TWRP.
I never would've thought or had the guts to restore stock recovery first.
This should get its own thread.
Edit: I think my mistake was unchecking "Mount system partition read-only."
halim_wijaya58 said:
i think you need flash full firmware bro ,
1. Download newer version firmware
2. You need Convert system.New.DAT to system.img
3. Move system.img and boot.img to minimal adb & fastboot folder
4. Open minimal adb & fastboot
5. Flash boot.img and system.img
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After many days i finally found enough time to try to use your tips.
I tried to convert system.New.DAT to system.img but without success using this program Autotool 3.0
http://www.droidviews.com/convert-and-extract-system-img-and-system-new-dat-files-on-windows/
After this attempt i used a ROM provided by chinese store to flash its content :
system.img
boot.img
recovery.img
Original recovery.img is essential to install other updates.
After that i tried to install other updates recognized directly starting by phone but always without success.
So i have had to install updates using original recovery tool.
Now i got Android 7.1.1 last version installed on my phone but it's impossible to use
TWRP recovery tool.
Obviously it's possible to install TWRP instead of original recovery tool and also possible to make a nandroid backup
but it's impossible to use it to install original ROMs released from Asus and it's not possible
to use to restore nandroid backups.
Is it eventually possible to use a custom ROM ? If it's, which one and possibly compatible with TWRP ?
i solved issue of update, but TWRP ?
halim_wijaya58 said:
i think you need flash full firmware bro ,
1. Download newer version firmware
2. You need Convert system.New.DAT to system.img
3. Move system.img and boot.img to minimal adb & fastboot folder
4. Open minimal adb & fastboot
5. Flash boot.img and system.img
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After many days I finally found enough time to try to update my Asus Zenfone 3 Zoom to Android Nougat.
To solve the issue, I used an original Rom from the Chinese store because it contains useful files for purpose without any conversion:
boot.img
system.img
recovery.img
I flashed all 3 IMG files.
Recovery.img that it's necessary to get original recovery without which any update can be done.
You must use a microSD and the original recovery tool to be able to upgrade your system.
The problem is that it does not seem possible to use TWRP. It is possible to install it in place of the original recovery and you can do also a nandroid backup but in practice you can not use it to install any updates and restore any nandroid backups.
Is there a custom rom that you can use instead of the original one?
SUJAN SN HW said:
Boss,
This solutions can work with ASUS ZENFONE 3 ZOOM.........???
I have ZenFone 3 zoom. Already I successfully convert CN to WW Rom by following this introduction ... https://forum.xda-developers.com/zenfone-3-zoom/how-to/transfer-cn-rom-to-ww-rom-ze553kl-t3612990
But, I can't update android nougat any way. I convert system.new.dat to system.img...... And try to flash it but unfortunately that's not working......
Please help me .......:crying:
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how did you convert the .dat to .img?
josejbs said:
how did you convert the .dat to .img?
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Here's a link to the tool
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/tools-extract-dat-t3467581
Good information on getting the proper TWRP recovery & Magisk and which version you need to select. A lot of helpful information.
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