yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[HTC Sensation] shingers5:
my user exp:

just bought my sensation today...........opted for an XL but as that forum is pretty slow right now i got a sensation to keep me going as loads to do here

S-off procedure wasn't smooth as failed on last step when rebooting into fastboot for the 2nd time. it said 'error communicating with device - try again' then press almost any key to exit. tried a few times but same result. i then read a bit further on and realised that program failing doesnt mean no s-off. check writing in bootloader mode and voila it said pvt s-off rl so i guess it was successful. then loaded recovery on but didnt root as custom roms are already rooted! i then proceeded to supercid and that was a piece of piss! so easy it was unreal. now flashing custom roms..............so many here are so damn similar, none offering that much difference than the others apart from miui or cm7.

anyway think the note about if process fails doesnt mean s-off wasnt successful should be bolded and italised! it is a vital point!

thanks again
[HTC Sensation] ATN24:
Hi, my recovery file is not recognized by the phone, any idea plz

T-mobile unlock phone here and S-OFF so stuck in step 2 :(

Tks

EDIT: its all good now :)

didnt push enough the sd card :/
[HTC Sensation] liberator72:
I do have the latest version, and all info (S/N, Hboot etc) is correct. Will try on another PC this evening to see if that helps.

EDIT:- Finally managed to S-Off and root my Sensation XE using Revolutionary on another PC this afternoon. Seems my PC at home may have too many different drivers for various Android devices on it or something. Used a PC which hadn't been used for anything like this before, installed drivers from fresh and Voila, success. Thanks guys :)
[HTC Sensation] _nima:
UP.

any ideas?? I downloaded "RUU_Pyramid_HTC_Europe_1.50.401.1_R_Radio_10.58.9035.00U_10.15.9035.02_2_release_228602_signed_2.exe" and I want to install it, is that necessary 4 me that already have this rom?! "RUU_Pyramid_HTC_Morocco_1.50.497.2_Radio_10.56.9035.00U_10.14.9035.01_M_release_223021_signed.exe"

should I do anything before upgrading?
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
I do not fully get what you are going to achieve. S-Offing, Rooted and Custom CWM is for enable user flashing custom ROM. Flashing RUU will send you into a state that your phone coming out from retailer :D some user RE-flashing with stock RUU rom for warranty matters.

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[HTC Sensation] _nima:
in fact i do all above steps and my phone fully s-off, rooted, and has clockwork enable, after that, i upgrade to a new official rom. then i have just a s-off phone! my clockwork in boot screen does not work! and i have not superuser icon in my programs (because my rom is official!), so can I upgrade to a normal shipped rom that i have downloaded last night by connection my phone via usb cable and running RUU.exe? or can I install a cooked rom like revolution HD rom?

thanks 4 ur attantion dear buddy

what does this mean?!

"To Debrand or flash an official stock ROM only: follow Steps 1 & 4 only (you may skip step 3 & 4 is you do not need them)"
[HTC Sensation] tehhoe:
Hi Guys, (another stupid one :S)

I finally got round to getting S-On and completed this with the only O2 rom i could find RUU_Pyramid_O2_UK_1.34.206.1_Radio_10.43a.9007.00U_10.51.9007.27_M3_release_196476_signed

I have realied this is a mistake as it wont update :S but also i have noticed the details on the rom is version 2.3.3 (out of date)

Is there a more uptodade version.

All I am looking for is a to update to the latest 02 rom that updates :)

Cheers

Scott
[HTC Sensation] razvanwin95:
when im trying to flash an official rom .....the android rom update tell me ...update failed
[HTC Sensation] nguyendqh:
CWM

Can I use CWM from the market or do I have to use the recovery from post number 1?
[HTC Sensation] :
The one from market is alright, or you can use 4ext
[HTC Sensation] nguyendqh:
If I already flashed the recovery from post 1 can I go ahead and flash CWM from the market over it or are there additional steps I need to follow?
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Just install it over the current version. I can also vouch for 4EXT, especially the new Touch version. By far the best recovery around.
[HTC Sensation] harky:
Hi

can you tell me what is EXT4 for?
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
If you are referring to the last few posts making reference to 4EXT, then that is another form of recovery which you can use in place of CWM. The latest version of 4EXT has a touch interface so no need to use buttons to select options in recovery you can touch them on screen.

EXT4 is a file system used for Linux if you are really asking about EXT4 though.
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
EXT4 is latest linux system file. I dont know why android dev applied this kind of system file. My personal opinion (with very limited knowledge in this stuff) dev want to take advantage of "speed" file transfer and read-write capability on disk. But sacrificing stability. EXT4 is created to anticipate the grow of size of hdd storage, ext4 will able to accomodate up to 2TB single HDD. I dont have 2 TB HDD even in my desktop PC. Thus I dont know when a piece of smart phone will have 2TB MMC ... probably one day there will be a search engine server in our pocket :D

sorry for OOT
[HTC Sensation] timsah:
I have been using Sensation with Root, SuperCID and Custom ROM.

Now I got a Sensation XE and i tried to S-OFF with the instruction from the first page. Whenever i start revoltionary.exe, it shows a dos window for a second and disappears. I don't get to enter the beta key.

I am using Windows XP Prof., Anti-Virus is disabled, HTCDriver3.0.0.007 is already installed.

My H-Boot: 1.18.0000

Any ideas, what could be the problem?

[Edit]

Problem solved :) I had to quit HTC Sync with the task manager.
[HTC Sensation] Dionysis:
I was just about to say that. I had the same problem earlier this day.

Perhaps its an idea to add a note in the manual that says: delete all HTC sync files/programs from your computer when performing this step.
[HTC Sensation] RChadwick:
Does this work with the latest update from a few days ago?
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
What hboot version do you have? If it's still 1.18.0000 then it should work.
[HTC Sensation] FightingDrake:
Up
[HTC Sensation] jordontin:
HTC Sensation OTA error (Status 7)

I have try to manually OTA update the HTC Sensation by using Recovery Manager (CMW) but i got a error message while apply the update which is "Status 7". May i know what is meaning of "Status 7"?
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
You should install the OTA using a stock recovery and not CWM (AFAIK).
[HTC Sensation] jordontin:
Where to download stock recovery and how to install?
[HTC Sensation] valv507:
I followed the Revolutionary instructions and everything works good until the program says:

Zerging root.... this might take a minute or so.....

Then it never goes anywhere. I waited up to 30 min or so. Then did it again and still got same message.

Any hints ?

UPDATE.

Found the problem, I had to unistall Droid Explorer and PDA Sync, than everything went as by directions.

Thanks again
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Try this tool. This guide also gives you the steps to install the OTA.
[HTC Sensation] evereste:
You forgot to mention to remove htc sync from windows before using Revolutionary...took me hours and a you tube search saved me from hanging myself...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Reading the FAQ/troubleshooting guide would have shown this:
[HTC Sensation] sergiuvolo:
Help me please

Plese i need help...i have an sensation...i made s-off, super cid and install an sensation xe rom...after that i wanted to s-on with tis rom...the phone now don,t reboot anymore....please help me guys

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Sorry 4 my english but im really disperate....the phone is dead....it doesnt reboot in recovery anymore...please it must be any reset button....
[HTC Sensation] trkaaa:
first don't Panic , give full Description to the steps you did to Unroot ( S-on ) to let someone to be able to help you , and in which step did it happen

in other word Explain " after that i wanted to s-on with tis rom...the phone now don,t reboot"

are able to enter bootloader ?

i am a user just like you , but i wanted you to Post it right to let others help you
[HTC Sensation] Stephen:
You cant use S-On with a custom rom. You haven't bricked your phone but you cant use it. You will need to download a stock rom from the first post then flash it using RUU method and that will fix it.

Only use S-ON with stock roms!
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
vodafone es sensation

Hi everybody,

first of all, sorry for my poor english...

I'm going to explain my situation... I bought a Vodafone ES branded Sensation, but able (I don't know why) to go with every carrier... When I bought it, the software version was 1.35.162.1.... I made offical OTA update, to version 1.50.162.2, and then rooted it... Now I'd like to go back to s-on, cause have to use warranty... I don't understand wich ruu have to use: 1.35.162.1, 1.50.162.2, or any available rom like x.xx.162.x??

thank you in advance
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
I think you should do with stock RUU 1.50.162.2 (You current main version). To ensure better you check via fastboot with command fastboot getvar all > and check mainver on the output > use this exactly mainver for roll back to S-ON. If you get CID Failure then goldcard is your gate to S-ON
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
Sorry, I've never done it, I haven't understood... I have to power off my phone in bootloader?? And then??
[HTC Sensation] jkolner:
Im will get my Sensation XT next week (have a IncS now) so im reading the Sensation Forums to know what to expect.

When following the the steps in post #1 to S-OFF and Root, i was wondering about installing CWM, should i install 4Ext Touch instead off CWM og just install CWM and then installe 4Ext later.

Is it possible to install 4Ext without installing CWM first?
[HTC Sensation] Jonny:
4EXT is wayyy better than CWM and it is faster at flashing, backing up etc. I think you have to install CWM first because the 4EXT app needs root and SuperUser permissions to work which means you need to install custom ROM
[HTC Sensation] V1ViD:
Can I reinstall HTC Sync once i have it rooted and installed a custom ROM on it?
[HTC Sensation] trkaaa:
yes you can and it is needed for internet pass through , you can also let windows install driver for that , but htc sync works better
[HTC Sensation] sergiuvolo:
guys i just understand i briked my phone....is nothing ti do anymore...tomorrow i'm goind to the service and i hope they will bring me another phone because is still under warranthy...sorry 4 my bad english
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
If you tried to s-on with a custom rom installed then you could be bricked. Try pulling the battery and then connect to pc and try to run the proper stock ruu
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
You wish to have your sensation S-ON after S-OFF by Revolutionary. The only way is to flash your device with stock ROM, but you confusing which stock ROM you have to use. In fact any stock ROM will be ok to be flashed to your S-OFF device. However in such case you need to choose correct main version to avoid not necessary problem. My suggestion put the stock rom with main version currently installed in your device.

Your can check the mainver in the about phone : setting > about phone > software information oe boot into bootloader (switch off phone > switch on by simultaneously push power+volume down button) > get adb work on your pc with fastboot and all driver for your phone correctly installed > connect your phone to pc > check mainver via fastboot is better > command fastboot getvar all > in the output you will have many info

example :

x@ThinkPad:~/adb-Linux$ sudo ./fastboot getvar all
INFOversion: 0.5
INFOversion-bootloader: 6.11.1111
INFOversion-baseband: 3822.10.08.07_M
INFOversion-cpld: None
INFOversion-microp: 0950
[B][color=red]INFOversion-main: 1.36.100.0 [/color][/B]
INFOserialno: HT15ST401430
INFOimei: 354672040680280
INFOproduct: flyer
INFOplatform: HBOOT-7230
INFOmodelid: PG4110000
[B][color=red]INFOcidnum: HTC__044[/color][/B]
INFObattery-status: good
INFObattery-voltage: 3994mV
INFOpartition-layout: Generic
INFOsecurity: off
INFObuild-mode: SHIP
INFOboot-mode: FASTBOOT
INFOcommitno-bootloader: f0e1145e
INFOhbootpreupdate: 12
INFOgencheckpt: 0
all: Done!

Find stock rom with mainver and CID num similar to your output above bold and RED color and flash via RUU. AFAIK RUU will only go for update (higher mainver) and similar CID Num. You can flash via Hboot (Put zip at root sdcard) with different CID Num of your rom, but Must use goldcard.

above example is on linux machine for windows machine command is fastboot getvar all without prefix sudo ./
[HTC Sensation] sergiuvolo:
Nothing to dovwith the phone. Is completly dead. It doesnt boot into recovery. I asked an devolper and it told me that is bricked. Fortunatly i have the waranthy and i hope they dont discover that the phone was s-off because in that case i loose the waranthy.

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Is completly dead. I tried anything
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
first of all, thank you for your patience, and great support...

I follow your step, run fastboot and discovered my main version and cid...

This is:

main-version: 1.24.401.1 (completely different!!!!!!!!!)

cidnum: VODAP304

So, how can I find my stock ruu? Sorry, I'm too noob and too confused, and I don't want to brick!!
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
You can get the ruu for 1.24.401.1 here
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
thank you... sorry for asking, but is it brand or not? Cause I've got a brand vodafone ES sensation, my cid is VODAP304 and have to return stock for warranty...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
I'm not sure, but looking at the naming of the rom and version it seems to be an unbranded version - RUU_Pyramid_HTC_Europe_1.24.401.1_Radio_10.39.9007 .00P_10.11.9007.09_M2_release_190934_signed. This does not seem to be a Voda Spain branded rom.
[HTC Sensation] shaedz:
I have a sensation Z710e and I have this serial number SH17YV801594 I have been trying to s off with this beta keys NJ9Q0eoO8rq18j21,my H boot version is 1.18.0000,but it keeps on telling me wrong beta keys and aborting.Any Ideas?My sensation is not branded,plz heeeeeeelp!
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
I also think so... So, it's not my ruu, I think.... I asked in at least 10-15 threads, here on xda, and in other forums all over the world (italy, spain, russia)... And always have a different reply...

There are no vodafone ES ruu available, I've been able to find only a vodafone DE ruu, the 1.27.162.1 one, that is similar to mine (1.50.162.2)... But I haven't understood wic ruu have to use: someone tells me the first software version I found when bought the phone (1.35.162.1); someone other says every ruu like x.xx.162.x is good, and here that I have to use 1.24.401.1, but with cid vodap304, that I don't know where to find and wich name has....

I'm more and more and more confused every day.... Sorry for my very poor english and for my vent(don't know if is the corret word)...
[HTC Sensation] trkaaa:
i don't know much about what you need , But check that link ( have 34 RUU ) ,

http://www.filefactory.com/f/c87a2330449af512/

hope that help
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Copy the beta key and in the Revolutionary tool, click icon in top left corner and select Edit > Paste

I haven't followed all of your posts, I just saw the one where you were asking for 1.24.401.1, but your best bet is to try to get the original rom ie 1.35.162.1 or any other x.xx.162.x rom. The only thing I don't understand is if you say your Voda ES phone came with a .162 rom then the .162 shouldn't be for DE, unless they use the same rom and only change the language in the setup.
[HTC Sensation] ra6o74:
Use copy/paste trick, because beta key is case sensitive.
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
Thank you, but I've seen it already...:)

Yes, I know, cause I posted it a few days ago... The whole "story" is: this is a vodafone ES branded sensation; when I bought it, it came with firmware 1.35.162.1, no root or other else... I update via OTA to 1.50.162.2 (my current version); then I rooted... Now, cause of a screen problem, I'd like to send it to htc, so have to be completely stock... Search for guide to s-on, found it but can't understand which ruu have to use...

Regarding to .162 you're right, 162 is the DE "code", I also think they use the same rom for both... Infact, there are no ruu ES available... I'm looking for it every day, but nothing... The only similar I've been able to find, is RUU_Pyramid_Vodafone_DE_1.27.162.1, but nobody told me if I can flash it or not, and I haven't understood in any case what ruu have to use to return stock for warranty...
[HTC Sensation] jordontin:
Problem still same. Have error "Status 7" after flash to stock recovery manager. By the way, how do i know is stock recovery manager?
[HTC Sensation] lindahl85:
Same here on a sensation xe with 1.18.0000
[HTC Sensation] qassamy88:
Support Sensation Xe

Hi Does the method support sensation xe to ? :D

softwareversion: 1.73.401.4

Modelnr: HTC Sensation XE With Beats Audio 2715e
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
Hi Frank

You can flash DE_1.27.162.1 RUU but I think You need Gold Card. Go search how to create gold card. Gold Card will prevent the hboot to check signature.

BTW what is your actual problem, since you are s-off and rooted, you can flash with many better fast customs rom in this forum for sensation. I have sensation and put CM 7 rom (HyperSensation) and looks great with sensational battery life :D
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
You can redownload > copy beta key from revolutionary web and paste into notepad (are you using windows machine aren't you?) from Notepad you copy again and paste into terminal (cmd ...) for windows 7/vista must be right click Run As Adminsitrator hboot 1.18.0000 is supported by revolutionary
[HTC Sensation] franklinzappa:
Hi x1123,

I'm going to look for gold card... Thank you... My actual problem is a part of the screen, there are some glitches... So have to return completely stock, need to send to Htc and don't want to lose warranty....
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
one of comprehensive guide to create gold card with windows machine is HERE with gold card you can flash any stock rom, regardless the CID and I believed your CID in the phone will Not changed. To ensure after flashing > connect to adb > check again the cidnum in fastboot
[HTC Sensation] lindahl85:
Yes, it worked yesterday with software 1.8.0000

But beware, a big "i" can look like a small L (Il) your beta key will be invalid then so the easiest thing is to copy and paste the key.
[HTC Sensation] roemar:
I can't flash RUU for TMOUS. I get error 170 USB connection error. I want to get the update from T-Mobile USA that was release few days ago. I'm using Windows 7. Please help me.
[HTC Sensation] qassamy88:
Thanks mate... Good to know xD
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
Did you check all driver for your phone properly installed, deactivate htcsync, all antivirus application and run as administrator .... and how about your hardware. is usb port in good condition (?)
[HTC Sensation] roemar:
Yeah I already did it. Thanks. Just need to install the driver from HTC. Stock ROM is boring.lol I just want the update from T-mobile US. I lost the CWM or I don't know if it is CWM because it came from ARHD.
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
Hi roemar,

Now I'm confusing. You are came from ARHD ... who flash ARHD to your phone. Presumed you are at ARHD Now. Check > swithced off phone > switched ON by pressing power and volume down buttons SIMULTANEOUSLY > you will see Hboot > by using volume button press down to choose and choose RECOVERY > it is CWM. Do you need guidance how to flash via CWM (?) .... :D
[HTC Sensation] xsteven77x:
I think i just bricked my phone. I am trying to return to S-on and after following all the instructions, i wrote the SUPERCID back to tmobile, and put in the writesecuflag 3 command, and rebooted the bootloader. Now the phone will not turn on at all. Won't power on regular and cannot turn it on into the bootloader. When i plug the phone into the computer QHUSB-DLOAD comes up in the device manager as to what it is saying it is attatched as. Adb shows no devices and RUU's cannot find the device. Omg i really hope i didnt hose this phone :( :(
[HTC Sensation] CrazyTurk42:
Worked perfectly on HTC Sensation XE!!! Thank you!!
[HTC Sensation] djadjabing:
Hey Folks,

since yesterday i try to unlook and root my HTC Sensa...

i have it now allready UNLOCKED but the big problem is, i can't get S-OFF. This Phone is Branded with T-Mobile (Germany) HBOOT vers. 1.18.0000 i try it wit the Revolutionary and i get allways the massage "to get rooted Fail Sad"

is there anybody how have an idea what can i do?

I have select load and HTC Sync but nothing works

So i have NO S-OFF and NO ROOT!!!

Please help

Grettings

Chris
[HTC Sensation] burimii:
Can i root my sensation xe, and do i have to unlock the bootloader , which steps do i need to follow?

Thanks

EDIT : Just rooted everything works fine thank you :)
[HTC Sensation] vikramdhani:
Is there a way i can use mac to root my phone ? since i do not have access to a windows machine
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
I'm afraid that sounds like your phone is bricked.

Please give some more info, at what stage do you get the error message and are you sure it says "to get rooted Fail Sad" :confused::confused:. Never heard that error message before.

Not AFAIK - only Windows or Linux work.
[HTC Sensation] xsteven77x:
It is :( I'm sending it to HTC for repair tomorrow :(
[HTC Sensation] trust-no-one:
Thanks so much... successfully got s-off and recovery on my Australian Sensation XE... again thank you ^^
[HTC Sensation] x1123:
did you unlock your phone by htc-dev unlocker (?) Please relocked and do with revolutionary.
[HTC Sensation] qassamy88:
....

Yes.... It worked perfectly xD

But, does any1 have the nordic firmware version for the XE??
[HTC Sensation] roemar:
Hi x1123,

I was in ARHD flashed it myself. I want to update my phone to 1.50.531.1 from TMOUS just to check what is new about it. Now that I already updated it I want to flash ARHD again. My phone is still S-Off but there is no CWM anymore so I'll just follow the guide again how to install CWM and root my phone. Thanks anyway.
[HTC Sensation] vikramdhani:
No help or suggestions :(
[HTC Sensation] djadjabing:
@clydeb1: I get this maasege after I enter the beta key and press enter....

@x1123: yes I unlocked it there cause it didn't work with revolutinary :(

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[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Try copying the beta key and pasting it into Revolutionary (click icon in top left corner and select Edit > Paste)
[HTC Sensation] djadjabing:
I cant post this img file :(

This Message is normal for me, i have tiped in the beta key, copy&paste...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
And are you sure you are using the phone's serial number to generate the key and not the IMEI number? With the phone connected, open Revolutionary - it will show the phone's serial number.
[HTC Sensation] zmirburger:
If i wanna get warranty for my sensation, will they accept a S-OFF phone with the stock rom or do i need to S-ON it first?

From what i read here S-ON is where the bricking MIGHT happen, but S-OFF is generally safe? is this true?
[HTC Sensation] djadjabing:
Clydeb1: I used the serial the beta key was still acceptet...

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[HTC Sensation] x1123:
I think you need to read the "user guide" coming along with the phone at the time you are buying. Every country seems apply different requirements in details. In general HTC Service centre will NOT ACCEPT warranty claim for S-OFF or UNLOCKED. Rolling back to S-ON is safe as long as you strictly follow the guidance available in this forum ;)

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I believed you need to Re-Locked your bootloader to make revolutionary work. Try relocked and do revolutionary and update us your situation.

Happy New Year 2012 :D