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[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] klokom:
help me :)

it seems that i can't do anything....

i always get next result:

Nvflash started

rcm version 0X20001

System Information:

chip name: t20

chip id: 0x20 major: 1 minor: 3

chip sku: 0x8

chip uid: 0x028841c744a003d7

macrovision: disabled

hdcp: enabled

sbk burned: true

dk burned: true

boot device: spi

operating mode: 4

device config strap: 0

device config fuse: 0

sdram config strap: 0

sending file: transformer.bct

- 4080/4080 bytes sent

transformer.bct sent successfully

odm data: 0x300d8011

downloading bootloader -- load address: 0x108000 entry point: 0x108000

sending file: bootloader.bin

| 943193/943193 bytes sent

bootloader.bin sent successfully

waiting for bootloader to initialize

bootloader downloaded successfully

failed executing command 25 NvError 0x120002

command failure: sync failed (bad data)

bootloader status: partition table is invalid, missing required information (cod

e: 14) message: nverror:0x2 (0x2) flags: 0

Nvflash started

[resume mode]

failed executing command 14 NvError 0x120002

command failure: partition download failed (bad command)

bootloader status: unknown operation (code: 1) message: flags: 0
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] randy_c:
I managed to screw up twice with volume up button because only have 5 seconds to go into CWM if not wipe out your TF. Is there an easy way? Redo my TF twice. Which ROM should I go with?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] moopile:
Thanks, worked !!!!!!!!!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] tatoone:
When i restore default date (soft reset) the root disapper or is always present.

Thanks and sorry for my english.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] lanegd01:
If you have extra sdcard take it and try cowman again

Sent from my using XDA App
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] golden419:
Thanks. Worked like charm. I advice newbies like me to do some research before trying it.

Try to read http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1071584 for adb setup first.

You cant get it to work without adb setup.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] funnycreature:
I know it comes rooted but AFAIK there are more changes to the ROM than just the root. So there might be a benefit after all; or at least a difference. :)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] klokom:
anybody got any ideas?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Bob@Desire:
I rooted my Transformer with the guide of page 1 inclucing the cwm recovery. But how do I get into the recovery or it is possible the check if the custom recovery is installed?

Thanks guys
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] MrTimms:
Boot the TF while holding the down volume button. Watch the screen and there will be a prompt (briefly) when you see it, release the down volume and press the up volume. You will boot into recovery.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Eyedoctor2:
You have to reboot while holding power and volume down. As soon as you see ANY screen activity, immediately press volume up.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] XsceneXhippieX:
this process works flawlessly thanks a lot (on page 6 there is a very helpful walkthrough)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] DKM119:
I rooted using this method...now my transformer I'd getting hot on the bottom right corner of my device....as far I remember this didn't happen before and in the stock browser I can't go "back"...anybody having this issues?

From my vibrant with bionix nextgen v2
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] down8:
Doesn't work for me.

I end up with an su command that gives me the _mktemp error. Still.

-bZj
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] fone_fanatic:
I realized that the CWM is an old version! Will update my guide now with steps to update CWM.

No, the root stays after a soft reset

Yes, there are more changes to the rom then root (deodexed, insecure boot image, speed tweaks etc) but you will see no benefit of rooting a rooted rom!

Try redownloading the files, maybe your download is corrupt.

i highly doubt that is due to the root. btw, mine does get hot on the back right side while charging.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] mashi:
just re-run root_app.bat with debug on
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] erwin7:
root

Hello, sorry for my english.

Unfortunately I have problems with root. I have run root.bat, it came on the TF "update successful" its OK.

Reboot the TF. USB debugging enabled and run root_app.bat. Restart but not super user app to TF! Root does not work?

I have installed on my PC the Windows 7 x64 ASUS USB driver. The first part of APX driver apparently went really well.

My TF version 3.1, v 8.4.4.5

Edit: I've done it. It's all right. The TF drivers were not installed correctly, and therefore no access to adb.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] :
Dang!

I just did the downgrade and root with gingerbread all of two days ago!

This would have spared me a whole lot of time. Very well done and nice and easy!

I'm very impressed with what you have done here!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] klokom:
i tried it and i tried the version from http://androidroot.mobi/asus-eee-pad-transformer-tf101-root-cwm-recovery/ and i have similar result....
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] dasbooter:
I just finished using this as a guideline to get root with my transformer in Linux.

I first backed up my transformer with the original firmware using another thread and nvflash. Then I updated to official 3.1 from the tool bar and then I just manually did the commands in the .bat file in the terminal with the transformer in apx mode. I flashed the root image to partition 6 with nvflash and then pushed su and the superuser app over with adb(after I redownloaded the dev kit for android stupid thing wasnt working--old version I guess)

I didnt bother with CWM

All works and titanium is working quite happily
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] pceasar:
Forgot to say thanks did it on Friday......loving my tether with my Infuse! Win 7 64bit
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] drksilenc:
RAGE FACE.... i just downgraded friday and rooted... AHAHHAh thats so annoying
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] ObsoleteSoldier:
Root = Awesome

Finally got around to rooting my tf and used this method. Well, it worked just fine. Doing a nandroid backup as I type this.

Great work gents! :D
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] GwynBleidd:
Thanks for this, rooted and flashed Prime 1.4 in under 10 min using this.

A small note for people who can't get ADB to work: it has been mentioned somewhere else - I couldn't get ADB to recognize my device no matter what I did, until I went ahead and installed the whole PC Suite package from Asus. Uninstalled it immediately after rooting too. :D
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] furyhawk:
Is there a guide to backup original rom using nvflash first? before flashing root.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] GwynBleidd:
This is a rooting method, not a rom, it won't touch your data, settings or internal storage.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] jthompson0019:
after you root and flash cwr then you can make a nandroid!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] KeithGP:
Absolute SUCCESS!

I'm dancing naked!!!

fone_fanatic your instructions were brilliant! YOU DA MAN!!!

I was just about to do the downgrade then root plan. Glad I waited. Awesome job all! :) :cool:
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Bob@Desire:
I can not acces the CWM Recovery via QuickBoo or ROM Manger!

Is this normal or what I'm doing wrong?

Thanks
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] down8:
Turn off TF, hold VOL- & Pwr.

Press VOL+ when prompted.

That's the only way I know to get into CWM at the moment.

-bZj
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] jthompson0019:
I'm using Parallels to run Windows 7 on my Mac and cannot get to apx when holding Vol + and Power. Any ideas?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] david279:
That puts you into nvflash. You won't get adb there.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] regis.stration:
Same issue here, but has always been an issue with every device I've tried to flash before. Something to do with the USB port drivers not being 100% emulated correctly between Parallels an the Mac.

I've always had to dust off my old XP laptop and do it from there. This root process worked fine then.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] DroidRevenge:
ASUS PC Suite

hi,

has someone the entire ASUS PC SUITE package?

or knows where to find it... NOT THE INSTALLER THAT ASUS PROVIDES ON HIS WEBSITE

I am behind firewall and the application can't reach servers.

10x
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] psyop1:
worked for me

Followed the instructions, got titanium backup installed, backed up my stuff to dropbox.

Nicely done, thorough instructions. :D
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] schauol1:
Hi there...

Can't download from Megaupload (company firewall) and on the Dropbox-Mirror it seems, there are NOT all the neccessary Files in the Zipfile... or is it just me? :p

Any other mirrors maybe? ;)

Keep up the good work and thanks for the effort
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] furyhawk:
Rooted tw in windows 7 x64 sucessfully!

:)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] funnycreature:
SIGH. We seem to be talking a different language (or you think I'm stupid :D) I guess this answers my question though. I does NOT install the stock ROM :) I will definitely try to go back to stock, then root and see what the difference is. Maybe you can explain what "deodexed" means? Thanks!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Eyedoctor2:
Funny,

Can you please post the steps you take to go back to the stock ROM after you have done so successfully? For some reason when I try to do it with CWM I get an "installation aborted" message.

Thanks in advance.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] gloomyandy:
Well a quick google gives:

http://www.addictivetips.com/mobile/what-is-odex-and-deodex-in-android-complete-guide/
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] jwilliamf:
Super!!!

Rooted in no time. WOW!

Thank you!!!!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] mdpgc:
Root....Complete! It's all BUTTTTTAHHHH! No issues at all with the steps (instructions) It was as easy as pie, that I did it twice....(mine and a co-workers). Thanks alot!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] squintter:
I'm glad to see that everyone is having success with this. I picked up the the ebay deal the other day and my tf is being delivered tomorrow. I was dreading the idea of downgrade-upgrade-upgrade-downgrade- put right arm in -take your right arm out- do the hokey pok.........
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] funnycreature:
Thanks! I know google is my friend but where would personal interaction (although just virtual) go without asking silly questions, right? ;)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] funnycreature:
Sure, I don't know when I'll have time but my first step will be to download the original ASUS firmware and install that. Most likely this will unroot and bring me back to stock... but that remains TBD ;)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] s15274n:
Mashi, think you should credit the person who actually made the guide?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] deaner:
Better Cover your Eyes!

Thanks for the "how to"

I now have rooted Tranformer !

Cover your eyes....I'm doing the Naked Dance !!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] neotekz:
i already have adb drivers installed using android sdk and my TF is recognized when plugged in but using the method in STEP 2 i cannot get my TF to be recognized using adb.exe from the rootkit. is there a way to do this using the android sdk?

edit: seems like it doesnt matter, i was about to complete the rest of the guide without a problem. thanks for the guide
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] hitekredneck:
I don't know if it's been asked yet or not, but how can I fix the touchpad on my dock. The root process went smooth as silk, root has been obtained and newest CWM is installed. But the touchpad is now nonfunctional. Anyone know of a fix for this?

OP - thanks a load for the tools and the walkthrough. This could not have been any simpler.

@majikfox - Maybe you need to learn to read "human readable english". This was about as simple as it can get! LOL

[EDIT] Never mind, after the third or fourth reboot it is now working. That was an oddity. LOL
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] hyperxi:
OP: shouldn't this be tagged as [GUIDE]? It's funny that this post is as prominent as [GUIDE] ROOT for ASUS eee pad transformer (TF101), which is obsolete imo
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Terminatus:
Thanks for the guide! Just rooted quickly and painlessly.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] mashi:
i did.. did you see at the bottom ?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] makec3rt:
@neotekz and everybody else

Just a small note.

Before any of you doing step 2. Make sure USB debugging is enabled on the device by checking Settings --> Applications --> Development --> USB debugging.

If you do not enable USB debugging, your device won't be recognized by windows.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] sstrawsb:
Did anyone else have issues with updating the driver software as stated in step 3d? It will not show the NvidiaUsb.inf file. I have tried typing in the whole file link (...\tf_rootkit_31\usbpcdriver\NvidiaUsb.inf) with no success either.

EDIT: Im a moron. I re-read the step and it says to use Install from List. I was browsing for the file.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] hitekredneck:
I got sorta stumped at that point too, then I realized that I had already installed it when setting up nvflash for my Gtablet, so that part of the walkthrough wasn't necessary in my case.

Anyone else who may have a GTablet and have previously set up nvflash should be made aware of this.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] liput_81:
Works a treat!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] ajh16:
Can someone confirm behavior

Ok, I'm looking over this root method and trying to make sure I have a full understanding before I tackle it. I can see that some boot code is overwritten by the process. What is the technical nature of the change it makes? I saw a reference to allowing ADB connections to run elevated. Is this the entirety of the change?

Is it possible to use nvflash to save the boot sector (or whatever it is called in ARM based devices) apply the permission changes to su and then restore the boot sector to return ADB to normal function? I'm actually not opposed to leaving ADB elevated if that is all the change does, I just don't like applying updates to my device without knowing what it will manipulate in detail. It seems like an easy enough setup (allow ADB elevation, grant user rights to SU for persistence from UI and then load superuser to allow controlled calling of SU on applications). Am I missing anything?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] mashi:
there is an instruction on this forum how to backup the flash

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1129308
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] stujuk:
Wow, can't believe how easy that was. SuperUser now installed. Now for TiBM.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Qazme:
Awesome walk through, fastest root I've ever done shy of the one click root on the Incredible. Thanks a lot!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] hitekredneck:
Busybox Problems?

I just wanted to let everyone know that after I rooted using this method I downloaded the root check app from the market. I ran it and had it check Superuser status and that passed with flying colors. But when I ran the Busybox check it reported that it was not installed correctly. So I then downloaded the Busybox Installer (free) from the market and let it install the latest version of Busybox. After that I ran the Root Check app again and it reported that everything was up to snuff with both Superuser and Busybox
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] leadingthenet:
After I install the driver successfully, my screen doesn't turn on and I am afraid to double click on root.bat, what am I doing wrong?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] hitekredneck:
Mine did not turn on until I clicked on the root.bat. I think OP mis-stated that in the walkthrough. Go ahead and click on it, then you will see some screen activity. All is well. :)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Punchatron:
Big thanks for root and guide. Method worked flawlessly for me except for a stupid mistake I made.

My order was:

Turn on debug mode on TF

Install drivers

Follow Root guide,Install CWM, Install Root app

Copy over Prime 1.4, OC kernel and newest CWM to MicroSD folder

Boot into CWM holding VOLUME DOWN and POWER. You will have 5 seconds to hit volume up to enter CWM. I wiped my TF because I missed the 5 second mark then hit VOL UP which started a full wipe. So watch the screen while you hold VOL DOWN and POWER

Flashed NEW CWM Reboot

Flashed Prime 1.4 reboot

Flashed OC Kernel reboot

Installed CPUMaster, OC'd to 1.2. Stable so far and no problems.

I still had root after I accidentally wiped my TF. Just had to install root apps again from adb.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Drumsk8:
Anyone with root issues!

Ok so I spent 2 days pulling hair out over this, things seemed ok, and no errors anywhere was showing other then root wouldn't work, so it was a question of looking through everything until I solved the issue, this was actually the drivers for MTP being corrupted after the asus sync update which also completely removed my Adobe AIR install!?

Watch out if you get asked to update asus sync it's caused me way more trouble then it's worth!

Anyway link here for people whom having issues, there might be something within here that could help others.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1134598

Oh and finally I can post in dev area's after sleepy realizing I could spam my own thread to gain required posting level for new user.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Punchatron:
Thanks for pointing this out. I'm glad I canceled out the Asus Sync update.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] randy_c:
Does it wipe out TF when flash prime, OC or CPUmaster?

Thanks
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Punchatron:
It didn't on mine.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Ramdriver:
Did the root and cwm last night. Pretty quick and painless. Nice write-up.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] falkien:
I get this when trying to run Titanium backup

Error

Sorry, I could not acquire root privileges. This application will *not* work ! Please verify that your ROM is rooted and includes BusyBox, and try again.

I have not receivied any errors and followed the guide to the T. CWM works also.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] risan:
I skipped doing CWM. But everything else worked like a charm. Thank you!

I can do CWM later correct?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] movelbit:
I bought a new Transformer today.

Already updated to 3.1, and that root method worked perfect!

Thank you.

;)
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] zuegg:
YESSS ALSO I DID IT!

(with your info.) :)

THANKS A LOT !!!!!!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] douglasjboehme:
Apologies if this has been asked before but looking through the thread, I didn't find it....

If I use this root method, will I still be able to install OTA updates (updating 3.1 to 3.2 for example)? I assume if so that I'll have to re-root it.

Thanks in advance!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] jimbobalu:
Great work on such an easy root, not quite as easy as the 1-click root for my N1 but close. Thanks
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Q.Entity:
CONFUSED

It did run the root.bat and cwm.bat. I put pauses on both bat files to see the output.

Powered TF off and back on. Cannot run root_app.bat because adb does not see TF.

Just verified CWM installed and run.

Further info that may help someone.

If you get into the situation that ADB does not see any device (I tried 2 rooted and 1 to be rooted TF), REBOOT your laptop/desktop. Don't have time to figure out why but it may be some driver issue. Anyway, it is rooted now and Ti Backuped :)

Thanks for all the info in the thread!

Q
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Srikar_NBK:
Same question. Can CWM be done later ?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Q.Entity:
I can't see why not.

Skickat från min ASUS Eee Pad TF101
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] ondoy1943:
Yes, do this: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1093818
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Srikar_NBK:
The problem is I'm not able to get into recovery through Quickboot or Rom Manager or any other way. :(
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] ondoy1943:
Can you not run cwm.bat and then afterwards, update cwm using the solarnz cwm routine?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Srikar_NBK:
No that isn't working. I'm trying to push the volume down button, after the doing an adb reboot recovery or recovery through Quickboot. THen it shows a wipe data icon and asks me to hit Volume Up to execute and Volume down to wipe data. Not sure what to do now :(
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Srikar_NBK:
I'm trying to install CWM and was able to get an option to get into recovery by pressing Vol+UP within 5 secs. But when I do that, I get the Android icon with a giant exclamation in its belly. It doesn't give me an option to flash a zip. Any ideas ?

Edit: Nevermind. Figured out the issues and got it to work
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] douglasjboehme:
Any thoughts on if we'll be able to get OTA updates after rooting?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] down8:
No guarantees, but usually, if you didn't mess with anything other than rooting, you will often get notified of new OTAs.

-bZj
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] lightsout:
How do I install the usb drivers? Its just a bunch of .inf files and what not there is no .exe

Never mind got it sorted thanks for this great guide worked like a charm.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] argie:
I'm obviously too dumb, and I apologize if the answer is posted somewhere:

This assumes you have the TF keyboard, right...? because otherwise there is no USB port on the TF...

Without a USB cable this doesn't work, correct...?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] Magnesus:
You don't need dock - you have a USB cable for TF - it's the one you use with the charger. Just connect it to computer.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] lightsout:
So I did this root method and all is good. I also updated CWM. The issue is I can never get it to boot into recovery. I got it once to update it. And got in once since the update. The white letters on the screen seem to never come up even when holding the volume down + power. Any ideas?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] lightsout:
Anyone?
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] mashi:
just do first 2 parts. since it just reload the kernel + root.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] mashi:
both won't work on Transformer!! You need to use volume down + power
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] lightsout:
It won't work for me but it did a couple times. Should I reflash?

Edit** I tried to boot into CMW like 10 times and one time the white writing showed up for only about half a second but I missed it. What am I doing wrong here. These volume buttons don't feel very solid I'm worried they aren't going to last long and I will have no way to boot into recovery.

Edit 2 ** I went ahead and did the nvflash method as I was able to use Titanium backup from rooting with this guide, thanks for the help!!
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] ptscon:
Worked perfectly, thanks.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] diffrnt:
I tried over and over to get the nvidiausb.inf installed, but windows says it cannot install it. What am I doing wrong? BTW I'm on windows 7, 32 bit.
[Eee Pad Transformer Android Development] ondoy1943:
Maybe a stupid question, but did you try to install the driver for apx mode via device manager after connecting the tf101 to the pc?