cant seem to get this adb going on vista...am trying to get to root but adb just isnt happening, have installed all the correct drivers, the phone is in developer mode but in windows vista when i open command prompt and check adb theres no devices attached? I have checked in device manager and under usb root hub the phone isnt there, it is under portable devices as android phone and trying to update the usb drivers on there doesnt install saying that the current drivers are up to date. I can get into fastboot and the phone is picked up with the usb drivers from the sdk package.
Can anyone help on this? I have tried method 2 of getting to root http://android-dls.com/wiki/index.php?title=Magic_Rooting but the phone just hangs at the vodafone screen (i have to sut the phone down from the fastboot menu as adb doesnt work).
Any help would be appreciated, there was a small update on friday to the phone have they fixed everything or is it just an issue with vista?
Was trying to follow the instructions found here to flash the spl but I'm not sure what it means, I'm sure I'm nto just being thick....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=529019
How to flash :
1. Download the appropriate recovery here, and rename it to update.zip.
2. Copy update.zip to the root of your SD-card
3. Switch the Magic to fastboot mode
4. $fastboot boot <moddedrecovery.img>
5. Apply the update
point 1 takes me to RAv1.0G.img, do i just force it to name as a zip file from file extension or physically zip it?
part 2 is fine if I understand part 1
part 3 I'm ok on
part 4, I'm taking it this is the spl file however its a zip package, do i unzip it and place both the hboot.img and the meta folder into the folder i am using for fastboot and adb? the instructions arent very cear for doing this, can anyone correct me if above is wrong?
thanks.
fixed now skipped a whole load of steps and its working lol
Information: If you're experienced with ADB/Fastboot or Manual Android Rooting, you could read this thread and see if you find something that seems wrong and report to me, thanks!
IntroductionHello there!
I decided to create a new Nexus 7 Rooting Guide, I know that there are some guides already, but I have a few reasons to make this guide.
Unlike many rooting guides, this one doesn't use an automated program (a.k.a Toolkit) and it works for both Nexus 7 Wi-Fi and Nexus 7 3G.
This guide has been tested with a Nexus 7 3G Edition, running Android 4.2.1/4.2.2.
Last Topic Update: Never
Last Minor Topic Update: Check thread edit date!
Requirements:
Nexus 7 (Wi-Fi or 3G Edition)
Android SDK
ADB/Fastboot Drivers
Unlocked Bootloader
If you don't have ADB/Fastboot drivers installed, please check out this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1907796
See Basic Knowledge and Driver Installation parts.
If you have Android SDK and ADB/Fastboot drivers installed and working, you can continue reading.
Make sure you have USB Debugging enabled in your Nexus 7.
Don't forget to unlock the bootloader!
Warning: You're the only one responsible if something bad happens to your device!
Nothing bad is going to happen, but there is always a small risk.
Personally, I recommend having +60% of Battery during ROM Changes (Flashing and etc).
I also recommend you to learn how to do a Factory Image Restore (Flash Stock ROM) before attempting to root...
Rooting your Nexus 7
To root our device, we're simply going to put in our tablet a small program called "SuperSU", you might want to download it now to your PC:
SuperSU v1.04
Basically, we´re going to put SuperSU in /system partition, the file you downloaded is a "Flashable ZIP".
We're going to use TWRP (Team Win Recovery Project) to flash the Flashable ZIP (In this case, SuperSU), after flashing SuperSU you get root privileges!
Now, go to your Android SDK Folder where Fastboot (fastboot.exe) is located (platform-tools), open a command prompt and change directories to your Fastboot location, if you need help just search on Google.
Now, you have CMD (Command Prompt) open with the Android SDK Directory, and we need to reboot your device into Fastboot mode, to do that just type the following:
adb reboot-bootloader
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You're now in Fastboot Mode (a.k.a Bootloader), type the following to make sure you're in Fastboot Mode:
fastboot devices
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You should see something like this:
Code:
> fastboot devices
# the following output should be returned
<device serial number> fastboot
Type "fastboot reboot" to reboot the device, then copy the SuperSU.zip you downloaded to your Nexus 7.
I also forgot to tell you to download TWRP, if you have the Nexus 7 Wi-Fi Edition, your board codename is Grouper, if you have the 3G Edition, your board codename is Tilapia.
TWRP for Nexus 7 [grouper]
TWRP for Nexus 7 3G [tilapia]
Copy the correct TWRP Edition to your Nexus 7, then boot into the bootloader.
Temporarily boot TWRP using the following command:
fastboot boot TWRP.img
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Replace "TWRP.img" with the correct file name.
You can also flash TWRP instead of temporarily booting.
Inside TWRP click "Install" and select the SuperSU ZIP File, then Confirm Flash.
After flashing, reboot your device and you should have SuperSU installed. (Open SuperSU just to test)
Congratulations! You now have a Rooted Device!
To make sure you have rooted, download "Root Checker" from Google Play.
ConclusionAs you can see, this tutorial is a little different from others, I explained what we were going to do and also explained the commands instead of giving you directly the commands.
This tutorial was written to teach the basics of ADB/Fastboot, I hope you rooted your device without problems and learnt/learned something, have a good day!
Feel free to give suggestions or corrections!
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported License.
Just for newbies wondering what this really means:
1. install and boot into TWRP/CWM recovery means you boot up a 'mini' linux which can do whatever it wants(as root) to any of the partition on the device(including the /system one)
2. the supersu package contains 2 files(an APK and the more importantly 'su') plus some update scripts that (1) would run and copy them to the appropriate places(mainly the 'su' which is the only file that is critical)
I think you need to mention the bootloader unlock someplace.
Perhaps you can find those specific instructions in another good reference thread; but if not then, at a minimum you should put it in your prerequisites list.
In the narrative as it stands, you casually mention the other thread
[GUIDE] Flashing a Factory Image with fastboot / return to stock
but don't insist that your reader looks at that thread.
But the time for doing the unlock sequence follows the begginers first (fastboot) driver installation, so unless someone reads that thread pretty thoroughly, they will skip it in your description here, and will get stopped out at
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fastboot boot TWRP.img
which needs the privileges of an unlocked bootloader. Since unlocking the bootloader currently entails performing a full-phone wipe, the consequences of that are pretty significant and shouldn't be skipped over.
cheers. Thanks.
bftb0 said:
I think you need to mention the bootloader unlock someplace.
Perhaps you can find those specific instructions in another good reference thread; but if not then, at a minimum you should put it in your prerequisites list.
In the narrative as it stands, you casually mention the other thread
[GUIDE] Flashing a Factory Image with fastboot / return to stock
but don't insist that your reader looks at that thread.
But the time for doing the unlock sequence follows the begginers first (fastboot) driver installation, so unless someone reads that thread pretty thoroughly, they will skip it in your description here, and will get stopped out at
Code:
fastboot boot TWRP.img
which needs the privileges of an unlocked bootloader. Since unlocking the bootloader currently entails performing a full-phone wipe, the consequences of that are pretty significant and shouldn't be skipped over.
cheers. Thanks.
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Hello!
Thanks for your answer, I completely forgot about the "Unlocking Bootloader" part, tomorrow when I get some time I will edit the thread...
Have a good day/night.
Edit: Added "Unlocked Bootloader" to the requisites list and a small note after "Make sure you have USB Debugging enabled in your Nexus 7", tomorrow I may edit the thread again.
Edit 2: I think the essential part is written, and because I'm a little busy, I will leave (temporarily) this thread. You're free to enhance this guide and re-publish it following Creative Commons Attribution-NonCommercial 3.0 Unported License.
, operable program or batch file.
(update: I'm trying to find a tegra note root guide but I think I'm going to die of old age before I find one that explains the actual steps for 1. finding the tegra note windows drivers 2. how to install them every step explained 3. every step explained how to root this tablet oh god why did I not buy a windows tablet this time ok)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2586432
I tried towelroot but it doesn't do anything after 15 seconds.
You either need to install Fastboot and ADB look in dev are for links or your not in the directory where the adb and fastboot executables are.
This is why your getting this error. Also i have tried towelroot and it froze my tegranote right out i have to reflash the device again to get it working or more over just the /System partition.
If you have gone though the OTA updates and have hit past 4.3 then you can simply use the SuperTool to restore your tablet which has everything in there for you including the fastboot and adb.
Just make sure you wasn't on 4.2.2 before using this methord.
Also you haven't said which brand of tablet you have either.
By looks of the link you posted your after installing root via either CWM or TWRP (I suggest using TWRP!)
if thats the case.
Install fastboot and adb files some where and also the recovery image of choice then do the fastboot flash recovery (name of recovery .img file ) then download the SuperSU zip and flash that in your chosen recovery you will then be rooted!.
kingroot v3.5 or older
If you want to root without PC on TN7 use kingroot and if you having trouble installing fastboot send me an email
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Welcome to the Nexus 6 All-In-One Guide. If you are a new user that is looking for the opportunity to take advantage of your device and do it right the first time, this guide is here to point the way. This thread exists to keep all the necessary methods and material in one common place just for you. As always: Do your homework first.
If followed correctly, this guide can be a useful tool. These steps are listed in the order in which they should be completed. The intent is to seamlessly unlock, root, backup and/or flash, leaving as little room for error as possible. This process will erase and/or reset everything on your device. All steps are assuming you have backed up your contacts, texts, pictures, videos, etc. I do not take credit for any of this material or information.
This guide is a compilation of work from across XDA, most specifically users like @Chainfire and @Chromium, that I have simply brought together.
Step 1: Read. Read. Succeed.
Your journey down the Android path of rooting and modifying can be smooth, fun and educational, based on your attempt at learning everything you can before you begin. This is entirely up to you, the user. There is some excellent material here on XDA that I highly recommend reading over as part of step 1. Even though these 2 informational links were written for the Nexus 5, the knowledge still applies so don't skip this information!
A message from the moderators - All users please read
Yep, read it. It's for your own good. Included with some very useful general forum information, it also contains the forum rules which should also be read and understood.
[FAQ][REF]★All you need to know about Android | Read this before you post/root★
This awesome thread by @abaaaabbbb63 is a *noob friendly* collection of information every user that wants to root their phone should know. Many people blindly follow guides without even knowing what "Rooting" means. Hopefully, this will help new users (and old ones, why not?) understand what is happening with their phone, and what they will put up with. Get on over there and read it.
Be sure to checkout Post #2 below for additional information regarding your Nexus 6
Step 2: Installing The Necessary Desktop Tools
ADB and Fastboot Installation
Download the full Android SDK here (scroll to the bottom of the page>DOWNLOAD FOR OTHER PLATFORMS>SDK Tools Only).
Extract the zip and place the android-sdk-windows folder on your desktop.
**If you chose to download the slimmed sdk skip to step 5**
Only if you downloaded the full sdk: Go into the android-sdk-windows folder and run SDK Manager.exe. Install the following packages (there are a total of 4 packages):
- Tools > Android SDK Tools, Android SDK Platform-tools
- Extras > Android Support Library, Google USB Driver
Only if you downloaded the full sdk: Go back into the android-sdk-windows directory, and you should see a new folder named platform-tools. If you don't see this new folder, repeat the step above.
To confirm that it is indeed working, open a command prompt window and enter the following commands:
Code:
cd Desktop/android-sdk-windows/platform-tools
adb version
If it displays "Android Debug Bridge version x.x.xx" it is working. If it is gives an error saying that adb is not a recognized command, it has not been successful. Carefully repeat the steps above if this is the case. Close the command prompt window when you are done.
Step 3: Unlock, Root & Custom Recovery
For those of you who want to get most out of your Nexus 6, you will certainly want to root it. Rooting your device provides you as the user many, many benefits. That's why you're here right now reading this. You want it all. Please note that there is always the chance of error during these processes. Bad or faulty USB cables, USB ports, bad/old device drivers on the computer, an active virus scanner. These are a few of the issues that can cause your device to fail to connect or prohibit a successful root/flash. Use good and original OEM USB cables. Uninstall any drivers you may have installed for previous mobile devices and disable your virus scanner.
>>>>>>Before you begin, make sure your N6 has USB Debugging Mode switched on<<<<<<
Before continuing, users must enable Developer Options in the devices settings and select the OEM Unlock option. To do so:
- Go into Settings
- Under About Phone, you'll be able to locate your Build Number
- Tap Build Number until you are notified that you have activated Developer options
- Go into Developer Options, ensure it is enabled and check the Enable OEM Unlock box
- While in Developer Options, ensure the USB Debugging box is checked
Unlock The Bootloader
Turn the phone off. Then boot it into the bootloader/fastboot mode by holding volume down + power.
Plug the phone into your PC, then open a command prompt window window and type:
Code:
cd Desktop/android-sdk-windows/platform-tools
Code:
fastboot devices
This command will list the connected devices. If your phones serial number shows up you are good to go and may continue. If the phone is NOT listed this indicates that your drivers are not installed correctly. In order for you to continue you must fix your drivers so that your phone is listed under fastboot devices.
If the phone has been recognized by the command above, proceed to unlocking the bootloader with the following command:
Remember that this step will wipe EVERYTHING off the phone
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
On the phone a screen should pop up asking whether or not you would like to unlock the bootloader. Use the volume rockers to highlight "Yes" then press power to confirm the action.
After the above command has finished executing, run the following (DO NOT skip this step, it is more important than you think):
Code:
fastboot reboot
The phone will reboot. Next you will be presented with a screen containing an android logo and a progress bar (this may take up to ten minutes to complete). Wait until the phone has fully booted up into android, then proceed onto the next section of the guide.
Close the command prompt window.
Obtain Root
The instructions below and the zip file are the work of our beloved @Chainfire. CF-Root is the root for "rooting beginners" and those who want to keep as close to stock as possible. CF-Root is meant to be used in combination with stock firmware and be the quickest and easiest way for your first root.
- Download the ZIP file
- Extract the ZIP file
- Boot your device in bootloader/fastboot mode. Usually this can be done by turning your device off, then holding VolUp+VolDown+Power to turn it on.
- Connect your device to your computer using USB
- Windows:
--- Run root-windows.bat
- Linux
--- chmod +x root-linux.sh
--- Run root-linux.sh
- Mac OS X
--- chmod +x root-mac.sh
--- Run root-mac.sh
Follow the on-screen instructions - watch both the computer and the device!
**If you want to have root access only you can stop here.**
A word on custom recoveries: A recovery image is the system level software for your Android that lets you perform several maintenance and recovery tasks. The stock recovery image is quite limited in what it allows you to do and therefore, flashing a custom recovery image is required to gain full control of your device’s administration. A custom recovery image allows you to perform the following tasks:
- Wipe your phone’s data (Factory reset) and cache
- Make, restore and manage backups of your phone’s operating system and software
- Mount, unmount and format your phone’s internal as well as external storage partitions
- Install a custom ROM or application from a zip file to your phone
- Wipe Dalvik cache and battery statistics
- Make logs for error reporting and debugging
Additionally, you can download the Goo Manager app to install TWRP updates.
*NOTE: I do not recommend Rom Manager as a tool to do anything but just install and/or update your recovery Do not flash ROMs from this application.
Installing A Custom Recovery
Go HERE to download the latest TWRP recovery for the Nexus 6.
Turn the phone off. Then boot it into the bootloader/fastboot mode by holding volume down + power.
Rename the recovery file that you downloaded above to recovery.img. *Make sure that you rename it to recovery.img NOT recovery.img.img* Remember that you should place the file in the platform-tools folder inside of the android-sdk-windows folder on your desktop.
Open command prompt and run the following commands:
Code:
cd Desktop/android-sdk-windows/platform-tools
Code:
fastboot flash recovery recovery.img
On the phone, use the volume buttons to scroll onto "Restart Bootloader" and hit power to select it. After the bootloader reloads, use the volume buttons to scroll onto "Recovery Mode" and power to select it. You should then be greeted with your newly installed custom recovery.
Close the command prompt window.
STEP 4: Making A Backup
Making a Nandroid will allow you to try out new ROMs while still keeping a safe backup in the event you experience issues during or after a custom OS or kernel installation. Be sure your device is fully charged before proceeding to the backup and flashing procedures.
If you are not already booted into recovery then do so now.
1. Boot into fastboot mode (Volume Down + Power)
2. Browse with the volume keys to Recovery Mode and press the power button
3. You are now in custom recovery.
4. In CWM go to Backup and Restore and select Backup. In TWRP select Backup. Name and select the options you want. Swipe to backup.
5. In TWRP, go to Backup and proceed to the next step(s).
6. After backup is finished, select reboot system now or stay in recovery to continue with this guide.
*NOTE: Be sure to save a copy of these backups to your computer and/or micro sd card. Having a recent backup saved to your computer and micro SD card can be useful if something happens to your phones internal memory.
Step 5A: Wiping Your Device
When flashing any ROM, it is always important to follow the proper wipe procedures in order for everything to function properly. There are various levels of wiping based on what sort of transition you may be making. In this guide, I will list the procedures for a full wipe, presuming that you are coming from the stock firmware and changing your OS completely. This is all assuming you have made the appropriate backups. ALWAYS perform the appropriate wipe before flashing a new ROM or update!
1. If you are not already in recovery, boot in now.
In CWM:
2. Select Wipe data/factory reset
3. Select Wipe Cache
4. Select Advanced and Wipe Dalvik Cache
5. Select Mounts and Storage and format /system
6. If you are transitioning from Android versions (4.4 to 4.x, etc) you must also format /data. You will lose all personal data so back it up first.
In TWRP:
2. Select Wipe
3. Select Factory Reset and wipe
4. Select System and wipe
5. If you are transitioning from Android versions (5.0 to 5.x, etc) you must also select Wipe Data and wipe. You will lose all personal data so back it up first.
Step 5B: Flashing a Custom ROM
Once you have selected a ROM for your Nexus 6:
1. Download the ROM. Be sure to download the appropriate Gapps as well.
2. From your PC, place the ROM/Gapps on your internal storage. Remember where they are.
3. Boot into custom recovery.
4. Perform the wipe listed above if you have not already.
5. From the main recovery screen:
>>CWM - Choose the "install .zip from SD Card" and confirm.
>>TWRP - Choose Install and locate the desired ROM on your internal storage.
6. Repeat step 5 and select the Gapps package.
7. Reboot system. It will take several minutes to load so be patient and don't worry. Once the phone is booted, let it sit for 5 minutes, reboot and enjoy!
>>Additional Information
Want the performance boost available with disabling forced encryption? Check out @bbedward's guide linked below for more information and instructions.
[How-To] Disable Forced Encryption
Running Windows 8.x and having device detection issues? Be sure to grab the Google USB drivers and follow the instructions from the link below.
Nexus 6 Driver (ADB, Fastboot and MTP) for Windows and MAC
Need to return your Nexus 6 to stock for resale, OTA or warranty purposes?
Checkout @Mr hOaX's excellent guide. The procedures require the use of the fastboot tool from the Android SDK. See post #1 above for information on installing this if you have not done so already. In his guide, you have the option of returning completely to stock or select specific portions to flash (radio, recovery, etc).
[Guide][How To] Flash Factory Images For Nexus 6
Looking for stock recovery? If you need to revert to stock to receive an OTA, here's the LRX22C Android recovery:
Unzip the image and flash per the norm in fastboot.
View attachment recovery.zip
Maybe I missed it while skimming the guide, but shouldn't there be instructions for people to get Developer Options? Allowing the PC access to your phone on first plug in (ADB won't discover the device without this)? And, most importantly for Nexus 6 (and 9), checking the "OEM Unlock" option in Developer Options?
Added. Thanks for catching that, @Kusanagi Fire :good:
I was just wondering but where are there custom ROMs? Im assuming there are none, but I cant get many things to work
Thanks for all the great info! Would it be possible to add information about removing encryption to this guide?
welp,I got the phone in the mail yesterday and had plans to stay completely stock for a couple weeks,but just couldn't help myself,grabbed the chainfire and twrp files with this guide unlocked bootloader/rooted/ installed custom recovery so here we go ...made my first nandroid already[emoji4]
bogus83 said:
Thanks for all the great info! Would it be possible to add information about removing encryption to this guide?
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i'll think about it.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/nexus-6/development/disable-forced-encryption-gain-root-t2946715
So if all I do is unlock the bootloader and root, I can still receive OTAs directly?
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Are the steps the same for a mac?
gotsoot said:
So if all I do is unlock the bootloader and root, I can still receive OTAs directly?
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yup, but you may lose root and your bootloader may be re-locked if they push a bootloader update with it. just fyi.
the likely (hopefully) worst case is likely that you you have to unlock it again (thus wiping your data) and you have to re-setup the phone and re-root.
i cant guarantee success or failure so you assume all risk when you begin ANY modifications on your device.
Are bootloader updates common for Nexus phones? I can't recall hearing about one (though this will be my first Nexus).
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There were one or two for the nexus 5
Fastboot
Can somebody confirm that fastboot is working on Windows 8.1 because last time I tried it didn't work and I had to use Ubuntu to fastboot my htc.
I'm running Windows 8.1 but my computer would detect my Nexus 6 after installing the drivers via SDK manager. I followed these additional steps and installed the google USB drivers, and that worked for me:
http://www.theandroidsoul.com/nexus-6-driver-adb-fastboot-mtp-windows-mac/
Great stuff, thanks so much for putting this together!
No need for toolkit or drivers on Mac/Linux
Here's Mac/Linux way.
First create a file on your home folder named something like nexus 6. (This is where your going to save your files.)
Download su(I'll let op point to zip)
Download recovery (same as above from op)
Put them both in that file you created. (Make sure it is in home or you'll have to cd to wherever you put it)
OK make sure you back up your data(this will wipe everything.)
Boot into fastboot.
(Hold power and up/down button)
(Ensure you have adb and fastboot installed on your comp)
cd RootNexus (or whatever you named that folder you created)
*First things first...
./fastboot devices
Should see your device.(if not double check adb and fastboot are installed properly. Follow link. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1917237(make sure to click thanks button over there for easy setup.)
.
./fastboot oem unlock
(Follow on screen instructions, this will wipe data. )
./Fastboot restart bootloader.
(Linux users remove ./ in front of fastboot.)
Start up phone and sign in and let it completely boot. Then put SuperSU on device.
On your Mac/Linux
(Ensure you are still in root nexus folder)
./fastboot flash recovery recovery.img where recovery.img is the name of your recovery image file
Once that is done on your phone press the volume up (twice) until you see "Recovery". Then press the power button.*
Once inside recovery go to back up and back up your device.
Flash SuperSU after. Then restart and applaud yourself. Your now rooted. I've been doing it this way since forever
Because decrypting makes such a big change in performance, that would be good to have in this thread as well.
gamewarden234 said:
Because decrypting makes such a big change in performance, that would be good to have in this thread as well.
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I'm putting together some additional information for post #2 of this thread. It will include decryption. :good:
gotsoot said:
So if all I do is unlock the bootloader and root, I can still receive OTAs directly?
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I would like to know this also.
*nevermind*
A friend of mine rooted my phone for me a while back. He's no longer around and I'm still pretty unfamiliar with the process without using twrp. I'm not sure what method he used. I was going to try flashing a stock os via adb but adb doesn't detect my phone. I'm sure it's a driver issue but I can't seem to fix the problem. I also have trouble transferring files with a USB cable. My computer sees the phone but as far as opening it to explore or transfer files, it doesn't work. I downloaded drivers from a link I saw in another thread on xda and installed some file with a weird format and that didn't fix the problem.
Can somebody please point me in the right direction?
First of all, I'd suggest you to try with a different cable. The one shipped with the RP2 is optimized for power and might cause issues when using it for data trasfer.
Secondly, generally speaking you should install adb platform tools (I don't remember installing specific drivers for the adb, to be honest). You probably want to install the google usb driver as well for the fastboot as well.
If you confirm that those solution do not provide a solution to you, we might look at other causes.
Once everything is workin, you can proceed to update (since you have root permissions, I am assuming you see the OTA but you don't know how to proceed). The procedure that I followed is this:
1. Download razer factory images for mr1
1. perform a nand backup with TWRP
3. extract the factory images somewhere, open the "flash_all.bat/.sh":
3.1. make the fastboot variable point to the actual fastboot executable (if you are not familiar with relative paths, use full path and it will work seamlessly)
3.2 remove/comment the line
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fastboot erase userdata
4. run the script
5. reboot your phone and perform the OTA update
6. install arter12 kernel
7. In magisk installer download the zip and flash it with TWRP
So I've been troubleshooting for the past few hours. I'm familiar with the process that needs to be done. The issue I'm running into now is a driver issue. I deleted the Google driver and installed a Samsung driver just for laughs. I can view my phone and transfer files now flawlessly. But it still isn't detected by adb. I was just going to wipe my phone and reflash the stock rom with adb fastboot. I wonder if there's a way to flash the stock rom with the Razer bootloader until I figure out what's going on with adb?
The google drivers are for fastboot (bootloader), not adb. For adb I just let windows do the automatic install (I'm sorry, I just assumed you are using windows, tell me if that is not the case).
Keeping the assumption that you are using windows, try to uninstall all driver (both from installed apps and from installed driver. For the second step you will need to show in device manager, all hidden devices and uninstall all of them).
Reboot windows and reconnect phone, I'd expect it to be automatically recognized as Razer Phone 2.
As per bootloader, in W10 sometimes it's a pain in the ass installing the drivers as you might need to manually install them.