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mike28
Android Expert
There seems to be a lot of confusion trying to root the new ZVD update. Hopefully this thread helps most of those having problems.
I take no credit for discovering the root, this thread is simply for informational purposes only.
The usual: You are solely responsible for what happens to your phone as a result of using this guide
1. First Download the LG Drivers here:LG _USB _Drivers_All_4.9.7.zip - File Shared from Box
Then download and run the LG update tool here:http://csmg.lgmobile.com:9002/client/app/B2CAppSetup.exe
2. I DON'T CARE WHAT YOU SAY, do a master/hard reset after updating to ZVD
3. Download the root:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/51753039/LG_Esteem_Root_v2_Windows.zip
I confirmed this working. I've personally used it and it works!
4. Now download Rom Manager from the Play Store (Android Market) and install CWM.
5. If successful up until now, M-A-K-E__A__B-A-C-K-U-P
6. Now you might want to go around and flash a few kernels and what not.
These two are confirmed working:
-Homeless kernel (kanaida.homeles.v1.3.zip - 4shared.com - online file sharing and storage - download)
-Plague's 2.2 with hdmi fix (http://unleashedprepaids.com/media/phones/esteem/Plague-Extreme_2.2_signed.zip)
Will add more kernels once you guys test them and report them as working.
7. Now is time for the themes. I don't use one personally so past this point whatever happens you had a back up so if the ZVC themes don't work you can go back to stock ZVD. Although I heard all ZVC themes work on ZVD
8. Roms? i haven't tested one yet. Don't use them, i like stock. Post away and let me know what works.
THANKS TO:
-This awesome site
-Dan Rosenberg (for the root)
-PG and Kanaida for the kernels
-Gbiggie (for his guide on the update)
-joshadaniels04 (for allowing me to post this guide instead of him lol, and for being and active users' helper)
-djlucklu (for providing working Proof of ZVD IJ ICS 1.3)
If i missed any one speak up and state why you should be thanked
Thanks it worked now I need my custom rom and custom kernel back which I could get from Rom Manager right? I really appreciate all of you guys
LX
Well-Known Member
working kernels are on the first post and one confirmed working ROM. anything else you try you're "on your own" sort of speak. Test and report back. do a back up first!
LX
Well-Known Member
lol, i said that bcz ppl are going to be like "but i dont want lose this or that, do i really have to?" and then they screw up their phones
bnb25
Android Expert
lol, i said that bcz ppl are going to be like "but i dont want lose this or that, do i really have to?" and then they screw up their phones
I know I've been seeing that all day, tell them how to fix it and they still don't get it right.
5thMARVEL93
Member
Would it be a good idea if i backup my apps then do a hard reset?
bnb25
Android Expert
should have backed them up before you upgraded, but you can still do it after
mike28
Android Expert
I am all set I get confused because I was running gingeresteem with Kanaida 1.3 kernel after th VCD update I of course deleted it all bloat now I want to get back at the ROM and kernel I had and that is where I get confused do I need to install it from scratch again or will I just use Rom Manager and install from there or from my sd card?
bnb25
Android Expert
I'd wait on using any custom roms till they get everything straightened out. how ever if you want to do that, if you had it backed up, you can just use the backup.
mike28
Android Expert
Yeah it's best to wait
Rickinfl
Member
Ok I'm having a issue. I upgraded to ZVD and I followed the instructions above to root. I put the root zip file on the SD card. I downloaded Rom Manager and tried to install CWM and it fails saying "An Error occurred while attempting to run privileged commands"
Did I make a wrong turn somewhere? lol
Did I make a wrong turn somewhere? lol
Blind2Haters
Newbie
Mate, you are going to want to run the root from the computer.
Blind2Haters
Newbie
Any word if Plague 1.8 or 2.0 are in play?
gbiggie
La patience et le pardon
After you upgrade to "d" and then deleting stuff and some how you messed up, is there a way to force the lg update "d" again some how?
Thanks.
For sure..as long as your CPU recognizes your phone...ok what did you do
What is going on with your phone
morgankslade
Android Expert
So CWM backups before D update are of no use now. Is that correct?
gbiggie
La patience et le pardon
LX
Well-Known Member
I want to say, once ur rooted any back ups regardless of the version should work. My girls og droid was 2.2 i think from factory, i flashed cm7 which was 2.3 and i was able to always go back to my stock 2.2 and start fresh. Any testers lol
.Come on Gbiggie, b brave
LX
Well-Known Member
Not yet. Be the first :thumbup:
danyvw
Android Enthusiast
Yo Gbiggie, did you send mt and pg your system pull yet? I want a zvd kernel made man
Lol that's what I'm waiting
As soon as the kernel will be ready then I will update to ZVD but not untill then.
gbiggie
La patience et le pardon
Yo Gbiggie, did you send mt and pg your system pull yet? I want a zvd kernel made man
LOL...didn't have them.request it yet..just got home..debating whether zzz or mess up(I mean root) my phone. Kd
So where are we all at now..do we know any kernel..roms..and or themes that do work..saw a few in many diff threads overnight..figured I would test the ones that have been confirmed.
Ohh and the b backup restore to d is the last test..that way I can go get a new phone with a bricked one
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