yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[HTC Sensation] Marreboy:
Clockworkmod is not a application backup tool. It backs up your whole rom with all settings and data and apps. When you want to install a new ROM it is very handy to have the ability to go back to exactly where you were before you started messing around.

The restore you are seeing is the HTC/Google account restore which automatically downloads your apps again from Market. Does not have anything to do with Clockworkmod backups. This Google account backup/restore function can be activated/deactivated under Settings->Privacy
[HTC Sensation] piimp:
LOL, head over to tha dev section n start flashing! That's the whole point of getting s-off
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
The new recovery is blue not orange. also it says revolutionary right in the middle of the recovery screen in blue writing. We have already established this a free pages back.

Try this. Take out your battery and put it back in. charge for 15 minutes take out out again and put it back in. try powering on. Let us know if it works
[HTC Sensation] Beck:
weird. but I download the cwm from your #1 posts. or where do I get the latest recovery then? when I get into HBoot the recovery text is blue and when I go into the recovery it is orange. Isn't this the latest one? will try the method you suggest and see how it goes.
[HTC Sensation] mattdub1:
Thanks guys, I can read. ....the problem I had is I couldn't figure out how to paste into the emulator I've never had to do that before... Once I clicked in the top bar then edit and paste it worked right away. I was typing it in the command line before exactly how it was but it wouldn't work until I copied and pasted.. I know the OP mentioned to paste but I couldn't figure out how to copy and paste until you said exactly how to do it... I appreciate the guide it was very straight forward and am now rooted. Thanks!
[HTC Sensation] apprentice:
This is an excellent guiide for noobs and pros alike. Thanks for taking the time to compile this.

Good effort!!
[HTC Sensation] jeffreynew23:
Noob Question

I know this thread is supposed to be Noob proof. I guess that I am a noob with the Sensation. I have a really quick question. If I do the Permaroot, will I lose all my settings and root status if I ever have to reboot my phone. It seems like I read that in the tutorial but I thought there was a solution where you were able to stay rooted.
[HTC Sensation] Jimmy Flip:
It's really permanent root this time, ie. survives reboot. The reason it was only temporary before was that the eMMC write protection was overwriting/discarding changes to the system partition. S-OFF disables that protection so we can make permanent changes to the system partition now.
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
It will stay rooted no matter what.. reboot.. factory reset.. full wipe.. flashing any rom..
[HTC Sensation] jeffreynew23:
Thanks for your quick reply prateekgujral and dazweeja
[HTC Sensation] Apache0c:
Thank you for the detailed response. I understand now.

I understood that about CWM previously but didnt know about the google auto restore thing so it threw me off. Frustrating too because I choose not to backup my stuff to google during the setup...

I have not yet figured out how to use any of the available apps to backup my applications reliably. Is there a nandroid or titanium page that explains how to use either of them?
[HTC Sensation] davemusic:
You say super-cid is needed to get adb running. I got it running without super-cid. (I don´t understand for what exactly i need superCID, so i don´t see any reason why to mess around with it yet.)

1. I boot into CWM-Recovery

2. by CWM-Recovery-Menu go to mount and mount /system

3. then type adb remount -> success

4. (example) adb push **stuff** ... adb shell ... adb whatever...

dave
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
SuperCID is mostly for allowing users to flash any stock rom of any region..(i think).. you can use adb without root or s off.. so definitely the purpose of CID is not to use adb..
[HTC Sensation] MisterDonut:
SUPER CID Question.

I finished Steps 1-3.

Can i now install any rom i like through CWM recovery.

or do i have to do step 4 first before i can install different roms.

Just a little confused.

Thanks
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
You dont need step 4 immediately..

Go on.. flash a custom rom my fren :)

And give me a chocolate donut pls..
[HTC Sensation] stuart0001:
My current cid is HTC___001.

Do I need to super cid for custom Rom and can I restore it to the above if need be for returns
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
No, you dont need supercid to flash a custom rom, you can do that after s off and root, And yes..there are steps in the OP for returning back to stock state for warranty..

I thought u were already on LD?
[HTC Sensation] stuart0001:
I've had my phone replaced and wasn't sure what my previous cid was. Just about to go through the whole process again.
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
Ah ok.. good luck :)
[HTC Sensation] rmc112:
thanks for the walkthrough, made things much easier. Now i can finally get some roms!
[HTC Sensation] plocri:
I've a non-branded Sensation. S-off went fine, recovery went fine, and now I'm rooting... can I install a rom after that or I HAVE TO follow step 4? I repeat: it's a non-branded phone
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
That depends on the rom you want to install. If it's a custom rom, then No. If it's a stock rom from another region, then Yes.
[HTC Sensation] MisterDonut:
So if i want to install a custom Rom say Revolutionary. I need to do Step 4.

if i want to install stock roms, i don't need to do step 4.

or do i have it mixed up.. cus i am so confused
[HTC Sensation] plocri:
I've 4.0.1.4 Recovery but still I can't see the orange LED working while charging the phone...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
No, the other way around. To load a custom rom like Android Revolution, you only need to do steps 1, 2 & 3.

If you want to install a stock rom and say you are in the USA but want to flash a stock rom from Asia for example, then you need to do step 4 also.
[HTC Sensation] Bsketball:
The strangest thing happened. I kept getting an "invalid beta key" error, even after several attempts. I even checked for differences with, L, 1, and I. I only got it to work when I copy and pasted the beta key into cmd.

Installing Android Revolution HD now! Thanks!

EDIT: I think I did step 4 unnecessarily. Oh well! Will this affect my warranty in any way, with the different CID and all?
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Doing S-Off and Rooting already affects your warranty. If you revert back to stock and unroot (Step 5) you could be ok, but if they did check the cid they'll know you must have rooted to be able to change it. I'm not sure how deep they look at things like this for warranty claims. If you know your orignal cid, you can always change ti back though.
[HTC Sensation] jdep1:
I keep reading the same question over superCID.. It would be nice to be explained in the first post that It's only need it if you want to flash a stock ROM from another carrier but not need it for MOST custom ROMs other than that Thanks for your great tutorial really helpful.
[HTC Sensation] SirMario87:
Hey is there anyway you can check if you installed Clockwork correctly ?

Got it never mind, just remember guys when you are pasting clockwork to SD make sure you don't have it extracted.... paste the complete .zip file that you dl into the SD...
[HTC Sensation] MisterDonut:
you can find out when you go through recovery. and it shows the proper ver.
[HTC Sensation] parmijo11:
Should be a easy answer but the initial backup that was done, the one right before rooting. Do I need to save that backup or can I delete it?
[HTC Sensation] SirMario87:
Can we delete the su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip file from our SD after we have Perma rooted it ?
[HTC Sensation] parmijo11:
Yes, I did.
[HTC Sensation] SirMario87:
Rooted, everything done followed the guidelines whoohoo...now im scratching my head wondering what do i do now!!!
[HTC Sensation] nyknicks8:
Noob to android. Appreciate it if someone can help me.

I have a question about whether I will lose my data/apps/messages/settings when I do the following:

1. S-OFF and permanently root my device?

2. install a custom ROM?

Thanks.
[HTC Sensation] SirMario87:
You wont loose anything if you s-off and perma root it....

but you might change things if you install a custom rom, however remember to always back up your original
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
No on the first point, but most probably Yes on the 2nd. Most of the custom roms will require a full wipe (AFAIK) before installing. You can back up data/apps/messages and restore them afterwards, but it is not advisable to restore settings.
[HTC Sensation] nyknicks8:
Thanks ClydeB1 and SirMario87. Will get to work on the root.
[HTC Sensation] Mad_Wolf:
as I know you need to radio s-off for installing radios

But couldnt find any info

How do you radio s-off

Please help ...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Already replied to your other post on this. Not necessary. If Revolutionary S-Off, you can flash a radio also.
[HTC Sensation] keji13:
i got the recovery and everything and all is right until su thing my phone attempts to insall it says an error and aborts installation any tips?

nvm i just kept clicking install over n over and eventually it said complete enjoy lol so thanks great work awesome step by step guide.
[HTC Sensation] soccerdad:
SU install aborted but I did got SU

I followed trouble shooting guide for flashing both SU versions. I flashed 2.3.6.3 version last, it still showed installation aborted. I rebooted and checked for root. I had SU permissions. Thanks for the guide!

Question? Is the recovery that the Revolutionary tool the latest version of recovery? I was not paying attention what version the tool downloads and installs. I did flash the latest version :D
[HTC Sensation] mama_mia:
I've been having trouble when trying to flash .zip on recovery.

When it asks me to confirm install it shows a lot of "No" and a "yes" in the bottom and when I select "Yes" the installation is aborted. Even when I installed su it aborted, just in the third attempt it was successful.

Now i'm trying to install OTA update and I always get an "Installation aborted"

Can someone please help me??
[HTC Sensation] SirMario87:
Did you extract the zip on your desktop before you placed it into the SD?

Remb. not to unzip it... has to be placed on the SD in zip form
[HTC Sensation] mama_mia:
No I didn't unzip it.

Just downloaded it and placed it on sdcard.

I flashed before on X10 and never had a problem. I don't know what is the problem here. Must be on recovery, could it be?
[HTC Sensation] parmijo11:
Anyone have a answer?
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
the tool downloads 4.5.0.1 which has charging issues for some people

the one in step 2 is recommended
[HTC Sensation] SirMario87:
I followed the guide step by step did not have a problem, except that zip suggestion that i gave you.

Redo the guide step by step...

any else have a suggestion for mama mia?
[HTC Sensation] Jimmy Flip:
You can't install an OTA if you've modified your system and recovery partitions from stock. OTAs are for when you are stock only. Why not install a custom ROM?
[HTC Sensation] mama_mia:
What about the lot of "No" it shows when asks me to confirm the zip installation? Is it normal or happens only here?
[HTC Sensation] Beck:
I have the same problem and now i have ordered from ebay Chichitec battery + free wall charger to charged my battery externally. If you have any friends with HTC Sensation or Evo 3D, use their phone to charge your battery for 20 mins and try to turn on.
[HTC Sensation] Beck:
I tried your method but it is not working. anyway I have ordered Chichitec battery + wall charger from ebay. Can only wait till it arrives and charge my battery externally.
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
ok it worked for a few others
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
Its normal, to make sure u definitely know you want to select yes :D
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
The recovery seems to be playing favourites.. for some ppl it works... and for some it doesnt.. I have been using CW and works nice..except for not changing to green - no biggie..

My suggestion is not to let your phone run down to zero battery just to avoid a fiasco..
[HTC Sensation] Beck:
i agree with you bro.
[HTC Sensation] azsl1326:
Titanium Backup doesn't get root access

Thanks for the great guide!

I ran Revolutionary and everything went fine. When I went to get Root access by installing su-2.3.6.3.zip, the installation aborted. I tried it twice (I was previously temp-rooted). I rebooted and checked if I had root and I did. All programs that require root seem to be running with the exception of Titanium Backup. I have tried uninstalling and re-installing and each time it states that it can not get root access.

Any suggestions on how to fix Titanium?

Thanks in advance.
[HTC Sensation] Milx:
seems to cant go into http://revolutionary.io/..are they down ?
[HTC Sensation] azsl1326:
So I went back into recovery and tried applying the su-2.3.6.3.zip and this time it worked. I was hoping that this would fix my issue with Titanium, however no such luck. I am still getting the no root access error.
[HTC Sensation] saigon66:
No, they aren't down. http://revolutionary.io/ .
[HTC Sensation] Milx:
weird, i cant go to the page =.="
[HTC Sensation] broncogr:
Clear files in data/bin directory also files in vendor/bin if they exist.

Use root explorer or es file explorer with root mode enabled
[HTC Sensation] plocri:
actually I fixed it using this commands:

7. OPTIONAL: Boot into recovery or Completely switch off (Fastboot disabled or remove and reinsert battery)

Follow STEP 4 SUPER CID sub steps 1-6 to get adb running

8. Enter the command "adb shell cat /sys/devices/platform/htc_battery/power_supply/battery/status" Phone will confirm it is "CHARGING"

anyway I reverted to s-on and stock rom with no problem! great guide!
[HTC Sensation] zoth:
Thanks for the update...:)
[HTC Sensation] TEKHD:
It says clockworksmod 4.1.0.4 bla bla at the begining and then says download 4.0.1.4... Where is the 4.1.0.4 download link? I am on 4.0.1.5...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Its in step #2 of OP
[HTC Sensation] TEKHD:
That's what I mean... It says 4.0.1.4 not 4.1.0.4... I Am looking for 4.1.0.4 not 4.0.1.4 sinse I have 4.0.1.5...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
It's a typo in the 1st post then. Should say 4.0.1.4 and although it seems like a step back from 4.0.1.5, this one is released by AlphaRev and fixes the charging issue (for me and many others as 1.5 didn't work for me)
[HTC Sensation] TEKHD:
Is it blue or orange yours?
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Its blue....
[HTC Sensation] TEKHD:
Thank you a lot... Will install...
[HTC Sensation] azsl1326:
That worked! Thank you very much!!
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
Which recovery.. CW or Alpha?
[HTC Sensation] zoth:
+1, 4.0.1.5 kinda mess things up in OC dept.
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
Trying the alpha recovery.. why did it disable the back button.. there is a message at the bottom "back button has been disabled".. anything i select it goes to black recovery screen and pressing power gets back to the menu... solution is to wait for a minute and the back button gets enabled or to pull out battery...

It did happen once before on the DHD.. any ideas?

Also, did the old alpha recovery have "Revolutionary" written in the center screen.. cant remember..

Turned off the phone.. put it on charge.. it flashed orange.. for a sec.. then off for a sec.. and then back on.. now on.. is this normal?
[HTC Sensation] ykill:
works for me

incredible work.. now rooted on my 1.17.0008, thanks so much for the post and the work
[HTC Sensation] Chris19145:
I have SHIP S-OFF but can't get root access? What am I missing?
[HTC Sensation] tsktsk999:
hi everyone, i have a few questions.

1. am i right to say that, follow step 1-4 if i want to flash custom rom, s-off and root?

2. what about radio-off? is there a thing call radio off in sensation? i've learn this when reading about desire HD

3. what is the meaning of unlocking bootloader? some people are waiting for it. is it a higher version of root?

sorry if i have asked some obvious question. just need to double confirm before continuing.

thanks in advance.
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
1.. step 1 to 3 is enough to flash custom roms.

2.. you can flash radios with revolutionary s off

3.. Nah.. what akpharev did is what HTC is promising to do.. its S OFF

Cheers!
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
Install recovery and then flash SU :)
[HTC Sensation] Chris19145:
I have recovery installed and SU from previous temp root.
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
undo the temp root.. it has caused problems to get perm root
[HTC Sensation] bone$:
thanks! S-OFF no problems.. rooted! (tmobile 0008) :)
[HTC Sensation] mrg02d:
Ok, I know this will confuse you, but I just redid the first file, before the clockwork one, and when the phone rebooted, I was rooted. I just restarted the phone, and I am still rooted! Is this supposed to be this way? I was about to try the new clockworkmod file you provided, but was greeted by superuser instead...

Matt
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
Follow Step 2 in post 1. i just uploaded a newer version of clockwork with font back to normal (NOT TINY with 2 screens )
[HTC Sensation] swa2k4:
yessss

Good and Done Thank you!!!!!!!!! 008 TMOBILE USA! love ittt
[HTC Sensation] Jayedamina:
it found my device i input beta key and still stuck at acquiring root (method 3) I have tried at least 20 times:(
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
Lol congratulations your rooted then

su-2.3.6.3-efgh-signed.zip is that what you redid?

I just installed the new clockwork and i am still rooted.

you are now permanentl rooted
[HTC Sensation] martywix:
HELL YESSS HELL YESSS!!! Sweet...worked S-OFF, Rooted and deleting bloat..
[HTC Sensation] mrg02d:
Nope, the other one. PG58IMG
[HTC Sensation] Lozone:
Yes. So true.

I just S-off'd in Revolutionary and when it asked to install CWM, I typed Y and voila!!!!!
[HTC Sensation] MatMew:
If Revo doesn't recognise that your device is in fastboot after the initial Caroline, you need the drivers.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1161769&highlight=htc+driver
[HTC Sensation] mrg02d:
Ive rebooted several times and I am still rooted...Yay! S-OFF tmobile and HTC!

So, how do we hide all of this in the event we have a waranty issue?

Thanks to all for this!

Matt
[HTC Sensation] LINKSLOVESANDROID:
i keep getting invalid beta code. can anyone helkp me with this?
[HTC Sensation] NYCguy2020:
I tried to flash a custom Rom thru recovery(LeeDroid) and it said installation aborted.I followed the steps in the OP and superuser seems to work.any ideas????!!!!:confused:
[HTC Sensation] leyvatron:
OP: Make a step for those that are getting errors to "mount their SD card" then flash it.
[HTC Sensation] hisoka210:
This doesn't work for t mobile sensations yet?????
[HTC Sensation] mrg02d:
Uh oh...SETCPU doesnt work after a reboot of the phone...Is this known?

Matt
[HTC Sensation] shorty87:
I need some HELP. I did the root method in the 2nd post from the OP about using the PG58IMG file to root. And now my WiFi doesn't work. It just says "Error" and I can't turn it on/off. What's wrong???
[HTC Sensation] NYCguy2020:
My phone is stuck on the white HTC screen for 10 minutes now :(.HELP please!

EDIT: Is there a link for a T-mo RUU.my phone has been stuck on the white screen for more than 15 minutes now.Is it bricked??!
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
no it isnt bricked!

Reinstall a different rom or an official rom
[HTC Sensation] ridikolous:
how long is it suppose to stay at acquiring root method 3, cause im stuck there for like 3 mins now
[HTC Sensation] Chris19145:
how do I undo the temp root? I've rebooted my phone but still no root access.
[HTC Sensation] PG101:
reboot would generally do it..

What error are you getting? how do you know u dont have root? did you flash SU and it said aborted? if so.. give it a few tries.. i succeeded the third time..
[HTC Sensation] Chris19145:
Reflashed now it works fine, thanks

Can I uninstall bloatware or only disable them now?
[HTC Sensation] didache:
Invalid Beta Key

I've followed the steps and submitted my serial number, Hboot and device type several times. Each time I have gotten the same exact beta key, yet 15-20 times Rwevolution has given me an "Invalid beta key, aborting..." error. Any thoughts:(
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
This has been asked and answered countless times in this thread. Copy and paste the key. You will always get the same key as it is generated for your serial number and hboot version. To paste the key into revolution click on the icon in the top left corner, select edit and paste. You are entering one of the letters incorrectly such as using an uppercase "i" instead of a lowercase "L", or a 0 instead of an "O"
[HTC Sensation] ToddeSwe:
Rooted and now on stock 401 rom, can i?

Hi!

I must ask, i have now used this method to unlock my bootloader.

When there's a new update for my stock ROM over the OTA, can i update my phone that way or must i wait for someone to post it here and then flash it?

And one more thing, WHEN i flash a new update, must i root it all over again?

Thanks for your time
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Once rooted you probably won't get an OTA update. You will either have to revert to stock unrooted, or wait for a dev to release it here as an update. I prefer that option as one never knows what htc may push out in an OTA and they may try to close the vulnerabilities used by AlphaRev to get this s-off in the first place.

If you did flash a stock update, then I believe you would need to root again.
[HTC Sensation] fabioccoelho:
I've S-Off

I've S-OFF... very very thanksssssssss :D

Congratulations for all Team and OP!!!

[ ]'s
[HTC Sensation] ToddeSwe:
Ok, thanks! And i did flash a stock ROM to get my device to be a non German device, that was my main goal with rooting my device. And when i was done i had to root it all over again. So i'm lucky now. BUT now i hear about custom ROM's that are far better and faster. :) So my guess (knowing myself) is that in a couple of weeks i will be flashing a custom ROM to get even more speed on my device. :)

Thanks for the answer!
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Why wait ;)
[HTC Sensation] ehalai:
Recovery Charging Issue

Clockwork recovery v4.0.1.4 with the purple writing suplied by revolutionary and 4.1.0.5 from rom manager both have an issue with charging. Your phone will not charge if you turn it off.

So if you flashed it via revolutionary.exe or in post one before i before i uploaded the new updated one.

Post one is now updated with the new clockwork recovery 4.0.1.4 with the blue writing that does not have charging issues.

Just follow Step 2 above to flash the new clockwork Recovery v4.0.1.4 and this will fix your charging issues.

the new recovery is orange while the old one was purple

dont you guys think this is confusing... I have done the steps but i think the recovery now is the same as old, or i am unable to differentiate between the color... but definetly orange is not showing up as above...
[HTC Sensation] ClydeB1:
Yes it is a little LOL. But if you download the version from Step 2 in the OP, it is the right "blue" one - v4.0.1.4. The "orange" one (4.0.1.5) works for some. you can check your version to see if it is infact charging the phone while off.

Thanks to show-p1984:

If it shows Discharging, then your version is not working.
[HTC Sensation] xl VipeR lx:
The new recovery says revolutionary in the middle
[HTC Sensation] ehalai:
the one Installed as default during s-off also says revolutionary...

i s-offed just an hour ago... maybe they also have updated it...
[HTC Sensation] Aprate:
on first,

MANY thanks to all who made this possible iám enjoying my sensation so much more right now.

But am getting confused about this guide now. i've v4.0.1.5 running atm, but which is newer ? :| normaly i suppose its v4.0.1.5 only this link is not supplied anymore.. and now v4.0.1.5 has issues ?

sorry for this many questions but i dont get it al all anymore xD

THNX!