Root ROOTING For Dummies

[BondoDaKilla]

I just rooted thanks alot for this.. but when using wireless tether i connect fine according to my network list but i dont actually get any data comming through and when i go to the next step to enable access control it doesnt show my computer? any ideas?

 

[Mugs]

Ok, scared as heck but I am taking the plunge. Just to recap, I believe I am ok to root by looking at the software number (3.29.651.5)?

Also, before I do this, I should be updating: 1) Firmware 2) Update profile 3) Update PRL 4) HTC software update? If I do this, will it update to the 3.30?


Android version
2.2

Baseband version
2.15.00.09.01

Kernel version
2.6.32.15-ge2fb08e
htc-kernel@and18-2 #11

Build number
3.29.651.5 CL252548 release-keys

Software number
3.29.651.5

Browser version
WebKit 3.1

PRI version
1.77_003

PRL Version
60671

 

[Mugs]

^^^ I forgot, I am using Launcher Pro. Can I root when this is running, or do I need to uninstall this?

 

[Matlock]

I just rooted thanks alot for this.. but when using wireless tether i connect fine according to my network list but i dont actually get any data comming through and when i go to the next step to enable access control it doesnt show my computer? any ideas?

I swear.. this Wireless Tether is giving people hell..

Do you have a connection when not using Access Control?

 

[Matlock]

^^^ I forgot, I am using Launcher Pro. Can I root when this is running, or do I need to uninstall this?

Don't worry about updating your device any. Don't want to risk you getting the new firmware 3.30. Not completely sure if it is actually the firmware or build of the device that prevents it from rooting. Haven't had a chance to check into it. Anyone?

You are good to go, Mugs. When you ROOT, everything will be shut down. So nothing to worry about. You won't lose any information, unless you decide to Format your device. Other than that.. HAPPY ROOTING!

 

[Mugs]

Don't worry about updating your device any. Don't want to risk you getting the new firmware 3.30.

Excellent! With this quote in mind, however, does it mean that once I am rooted I should NOT update anything manually?

 

[flyjbaker]

Excellent! With this quote in mind, however, does it mean that once I am rooted I should NOT update anything manually?

Generally yes. BUT, I do update all of my apps just like always. Just DO NOT accept an OTA software update. That is basically what he was getting at.

 

[Lunar]

Awesome. Everyone is doing extremely well helping each other out. Kudos everyone.

Thanks Matlock for all your help. Here's a question for you.

I followed your instructions and rooted my Evo. Perfect! No problems.

Then I installed SetCPU 2.0.4 to help with battery life. But there lies my issue. I really do not understand how to use the app and how it helps with my battery life. My ignorance lies simply in the understanding the settings.

What does scaling mean (userspace, ondemand, performance)? Which one do I set it to?

What is the best way to conserve battery life with the profiles?

What does the "set on boot" option mean? do I check it or not?

Lastly, since I installed the app, I have noticed that my battery gets really hot when its charging via an outlet. Also my screen no longer locks when charging. I must now manually hit the power bottom to lock the phone.

I was not experiencing this previously. I'm not sure what I did, or what I can do to make it right.

Please help. Anyone. Thanks.

 

[Lunar]

I just rooted thanks alot for this.. but when using wireless tether i connect fine according to my network list but i dont actually get any data comming through and when i go to the next step to enable access control it doesnt show my computer? any ideas?

I had the same issue. Here's what I did. I enabled wifi-encryption and disabled access-control and set channel to auto. That worked out for me.

Give it a swirl

 

[flyjbaker]

Thanks Matlock for all your help. Here's a question for you.

I followed your instructions and rooted my Evo. Perfect! No problems.

Then I installed SetCPU 2.0.4 to help with battery life. But there lies my issue. I really do not understand how to use the app and how it helps with my battery life. My ignorance lies simply in the understanding the settings.

What does scaling mean (userspace, ondemand, performance)? Which one do I set it to?

What is the best way to conserve battery life with the profiles?

What does the "set on boot" option mean? do I check it or not?

Lastly, since I installed the app, I have noticed that my battery gets really hot when its charging via an outlet. Also my screen no longer locks when charging. I must now manually hit the power bottom to lock the phone.

I was not experiencing this previously. I'm not sure what I did, or what I can do to make it right.

Please help. Anyone. Thanks.

Yo, you see this thread????

http://androidforums.com/evo-4g-all-things-root/210253-setcpu-guide.html

 

[jdd003]

Does the one click unrevoke not work anymore. I have in downloaded to my sd card but havent seen anyone doing it.

 

[bvbull200]

What software version do you have? If it is 3.29, it will work. If you have 3.30, then it will not.

 

[jdd003]

I have 3.29 so i can do it from my phone and not have to use my computer?

 

[flyjbaker]

I have 3.29 so i can do it from my phone and not have to use my computer?

A question that I have always wondered about...it will be interesting to see the answer(s).

 

[BondoDaKilla]

I had the same issue. Here's what I did. I enabled wifi-encryption and disabled access-control and set channel to auto. That worked out for me.

Give it a swirl

freaking genius thanks brahski.
and once again thanks Matlock

the encryption isnt working yet but my laptop is junk either way so its no big deal

 

[Matlock]

I have 3.29 so i can do it from my phone and not have to use my computer?

You must download it to your computer. Reading is fun. Make sure you read.

 

[shandroid]

well I tried, kings 9 with Myns Warm and battery sucked, updated to kings 11 lastnight and the difference was immediate

 

[flyjbaker]

well I tried, kings 9 with Myns Warm and battery sucked, updated to kings 11 lastnight and the difference was immediate

Thanks for the report. Keep us posted.

 

[wrapkgb]

Bump.

 

[cookie_monster]

everyone there is a thread under all things root called mods please go there to help vote this tread to be a sticky

 

[Matlock]

rofl

 

[bvbull200]

everyone there is a thread under all things root called mods please go there to help vote this tread to be a sticky

What?

 

[Matlock]

What?

They got a thread going that is Telling the MODs to sticky this thread. lol Humerus to say the least. ^_^ Keep it up people.

 

[Matlock]

NEW ROOT-ONLY APP!​

SuperPower (XDA-BETA)
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Description: THIS IS A BETA APPLICATION. NOT AVAILABLE FOR GENERAL USE YET (coming soon).

If you don't know what this does, don't install it!

See the dev thread at XDA:

[18.11.2010] SuperPower v0.75 - Battery save: Data, Wi-Fi, BT, GPS, 2G/3G/4G, CPU mhz - xda-developers

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A lot of changes and bugfixes. See the thread at XDA for a full changelog. Updates include WiMAX notifications, icons and shortcuts; Categorisation of a number of screens; Automatic low battery overrides; VISIONary compatibility; Do not turn off Wi-Fi/WiMAX while downloading; "3G-only" mode; App killer; And more!

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I am still learning about this application. So don't bother asking me anything just yet ^_^​

 

[LcsEvo]

Just rooted my phone was pretty easy. Just step2 of section 2 i almost didnt follow because i didnt know if i was suppose to. lol