yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Atrix 4G General] tayshun12:
I made it as easy to read as possible as I was a n00b to unlocking bootloaders at the time! glad you got it working!

To all others, don't hesitate to PM me if you have a problem, I will try to check bi-weekly. I no longer have a phone because I dropped it but I will do my best to check and help.
[Atrix 4G General] thodoris10:
Unlock boot loader

Can anyone say if with bootloader unlocking in atrix 4g mb860, will lost all data? like hard reset?
[Atrix 4G General] upndwn4par:
No, you will not lose any data.
[Atrix 4G General] adriangb:
In view of the fact that moto ditched the Atrix and that mine's quite beat up, I'm going to ask for an exchange (our corporate plan allows us to do it free of charge, but...) but I need it to look at least 100% stock. They probably would still take it if it's unlocked, but to make things simpler, I can flash a stock ROM and get rid of the "Unlocked", right? I understand it's a hardware unlock (there's a fuse) but there's an SBF that will return it to the locked bootloader right? If so, could anyone point me to it?

Thanks
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
You just flash the full SBF. Make sure it is exactly the same version as it was before you unlocked it.
[Atrix 4G General] adriangb:
Is there any danger if it's not exacly the same one (I'm pretty sure it came with ginger if it makes a difference)?
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
Yes there is. If you flash a wrong SBF, you will almost certainly brick your device.

"Ginger" is next to useless since there are at least two versions (2.3.4 and 2.3.6) and many variants (US, international...).

When it comes to SBFs, if you're not 150% sure what you're doing, it is best if you don't do anything at all.
[Atrix 4G General] adriangb:
Well I found a 2.3.6 for my carrier in my country. The carrier + country I'm sure about, but the version not quite, it may have come with 2.3.4... What I should be concerned about is the famous downgrade > brick? In that case, if I'm flashing the latest version (for my carrier) I would be in the clear, right?

Thanks!
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
I'm not sure tbh. I know a downgrade via SBF/RSD likely means a brick, but as far as I know there are dangers in flashing incorrect versions after unlocking the bootloader too. All in all, there are MANY dangers of SBF, that's why people often advise to stay away from them.
[Atrix 4G General] runnyme:
For those using: 2.3.4-4.5.2A-74_OLE-31.20

Hi Guys,

I am using stock 1FF-olympus_emara-user-2.3.4-4.5.2A-74_OLE-31.20-release-keys-signed-NonEFIGSRetail-EU

I am from Romania.

Had allot of problems unlocking my new Retail Atrix.

Rooted very easily,

After that used this post and flashed intl-fix-try1.sbf. Got stuck at 98% - Failed -> resulted in Failed to boot 1

Here is what I did and it worked: Disconnect phone -> Unplug battery - wait 10 seconds ->put battery back in (do not power on the phone)-> connect USB cable to your Phone -> Starting Fastboot Protocol Support should show up

Further use this too Unlock_v4.2: h t t p ://dl.dropbox.com/u/23255832/Atrix%20Unlock/AUTOMATIC_UNLOCK_V4.2.zip -> delete blanks to be able to download

Unzip in C:\unlock

SHFIT + Right Click on Unlock Folder -> Open Command Window Here

In the cmd window type: main -> use option 1 -> Follow on screen Instuctions -> On step 5 choose option 3 -> wait for RDS to close unplug battery, wait 1- seconds, put battery back in, do not power up the phone ->Proceed in the cmd window to step 6,7,8 with phone unplugged-> at step 8 "waiting for device" connect USB -> Unlock warning!!! SUCCESSS -> note the Code and proceed!

Run main again and use 6 to install CWM.

Ejoy your unlocked Atrix!
[Atrix 4G General] aka007:
do i need to install cwm recovery after unlocking the bootloader or just instaling rom manager do it all. and i didnt get it about renaming and all.
[Atrix 4G General] HIGGI666:
yes

you should install it first thing, and back up your current rom before doing anything. i soft bricked mine and it was hard to get it running again without having CWM installed.
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
need help for my korean atrix

Did anyone knows how to root atrix MB860 korean version on GB v2.3.5?

I tried moto peet tools and motofail but no results.

do i have to unlock bootloader first then root?
[Atrix 4G General] Ffin72:
I just wanted to say thank you for such a helpful thread!
[Atrix 4G General] safsaf_asm:
Hi,

I tried the instruction and I'm receiving

SCF:105:1:2

Failed to boot 0x1000

No OS detected, going to RSD mode in 5 seconds....

What I have to do now?
[Atrix 4G General] safsaf_asm:
OK, I was able to go to fasboot...to continue the process...now it's unlocked ..

Thanks
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
I've already unlocked my Atrix.

I tried to root my Atrix but it didn't work on my GB 2.3.4 :(

So I flashed CWM recovery but it stuck.

When I put command moto-fastboot devices, there were no list of devices :(

I installed again Motorola driver but still got same result.

My OS is Windows 7 ultimate.

Does anyone know how to flash CWM without fastboot?
[Atrix 4G General] shai.pc:
good

:) thanks
[Atrix 4G General] adamo86:
Im new to motorola handsets with android i bought my atrix today it should arrive tomorrow ,its on tmobile uk,can i use the instructions on this thread to unlock bootloader,root,fastboot,cwm.

is there a fully working ics rom with all features.

Does Tmobile uk fall into international category.

I also saw in the thread that certain roms with certain kernels can be flashed what is the reason to this.

I have been flashing roms on htc,samsungs.
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
Job's DONE !!!!!

Yupz You can use this thread :)

Nop, for now some CusRom still have minor bug for ICS. Some features like camera, webcam, FP and HWA still not working properly

:(

Yupz, T-Mobile is International Atrix :)

Certain kernels must use to stabilize ROM, but mostly use Faux kernel :)

Hopefully my answers helps you :)
[Atrix 4G General] adamo86:
i need a custom rom which has fingerprint,webtop etc working any suggestions.
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
Use Custom ROM Gingerbread only specially based on CM 7.

It will satisfied you.

But if you wanted to use webtop too just use Nottach or Epsilon ROM.

:)
[Atrix 4G General] adamo86:
i cant seem to find the roms you mentioned i searched in development.links will be appreciated.thanks

also the links are dead in first page to ulock device bl etc.can someone upload them please.
[Atrix 4G General] adamo86:
hi im on 2.3.4 my atrix is on tmobile im stuck on fastboot i followed the instructions but i get a warning saying warranty void but i dont get an id.
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
Use Google or XDA Search to find Nottach or Epsilon ROM.

Or find another ROM that based on Blur like Gingerblur, Max Blur, etc.

What links are dead? Could you give me more information what kind of link do you need based on first page?

When it on fastboot, have you vol up so will show "Starting Fastboot Protocol"??

After you can reach "Starting Fastboot Protocol", plug your phone to PC and use "fastboot oem unlock" on Command prompt.

You will get your Unique ID :)

"hopefully helps you and sorry for my bad English"
[Atrix 4G General] adamo86:
I have done everything however the last instructions you gave after installing recovery i couldn't find that file inside system, etc....

The fastboot link is dead, rsd link is dead.

also the Nottach rom is att will it be compatiable with international version.
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
Nottach ROM is for INternational User. :o

I've used it many times :)

Please check on the list Atrix 4G Development, there you'll find Nottach ROM :):confused:

What do you mean by saying Fastboot and RSD link are dead??

Fastboot and RSD is on your phone :highfive:

Please give me some detail information.

Have you unlocked bootloader? :confused:

Have you installed CWM or Rom Racer Recovery? :confused:

I still confused where are you know with your Atrix.
[Atrix 4G General] LightFighter_sc:
Great guide

Great guide, thanks Tayshun12. Between this guide, pudding post, and Google I manager to get epinter's CM10 rom up and running on my Atrix. Had a few bumps along the way, but, if you read the these threads fully before you do anything it makes it pretty easy and stress free. Being my first try at rooting and flashing a ROM I'm pretty impressed with the amount of helpful info.
[Atrix 4G General] adamo86:
I have unlocked bootloader and used the latest rsd. Followed instructions on op. I installed recovery from the op link not sure if its RomRacers or cwm. Its the cwm with various different colours.

Quote taken from op:

"DO NOT FORGET TO DO THIS PART: After the install of RomRacers recovery boot up your phone. Open up your favourite file browser (I used Astro file manager to do this ) and navigate to /system/etc/ and delete the file called 'install-recovery.sh'"

Also which nottach rom is the best i came across darknight, wet dream, nottachtrix or something like that.
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
You will get slapped by the mods for this. There is a marketplace section for this kind of activities.
[Atrix 4G General] death_skt:
thanks for help =)
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
You're using CWM recovery.

You don't have to do the quote.

You can use Nottachtrix :) :victory:
[Atrix 4G General] etMind:
Following the instructions in the OP got a safe unlock off my new international version Atrix. Following them to the 'T' is certainly recommended (down to the exact commands and their spacings) for a smooth unlocking and rooting procedure.

Many thanks for the same OP !!
[Atrix 4G General] Fahad_ahmad:
which files to put in '' motounlock '' ????

i put '' intl-fix-try1.sbf '' file n the '' sbf_flash'' file i dwnloaded wen i downloaded the fastboot file....

m i doing rite ???
[Atrix 4G General] f.sz:
Hi guys, need to be sure if this process will work with stock ROM 2.3.6 for ATT v 4.5.151.

Many thanks
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
What kind of Atrix do you have?

International or AT&T?

Could you explain the steps that you've working?

I still don't understand what is the point of your post :confused:

Yes it will work :victory:

You can use Pete Motorola Tools to unlock bootloader and install CWM recovery if you want to.

Search on xda for pete motorola tools or another tools to unlock if you find difficulty to follow page one post :o
[Atrix 4G General] f.sz:
Worked like a charm, got a little nervous a couple of times but nothing to worry about :).

I am now planning to flash Atrix-MROM.

Thanks so much, blloewy for ur answer and tayshun12 for ur guide!
[Atrix 4G General] chris_toffer:
Flashing with LOCKED bootloader

What are the options for flashing a ROM with LOCKED bootloader? in terms of TOOLand ROM to use?

I assume, it is possible to flash using RSD light, as long as a signed (hence stock) ROM id used. Can anybody confirm?

Best Chris
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
There are no options for flashing Custom ROM with locked bootloader as far as I know.

You have to use RSD Lite for Stock ROM only.

Beware of Hardbrick if you flash your Atrix to Froyo :)

What is your ROM for know?

What version of Android?

What type of your Atrix? AT&T or International?

The highest stock ROM for Atrix is GB v2.3.6

You can look here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1905222

or here http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1583199

Here is the guidance for flashing SBF File http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=991072

Do at your own risk :)
[Atrix 4G General] chris_toffer:
thanks blloewy,

I use an international Arix 4G, on latest retail release of Gingerbread 2.3.4.

I had a problem with random reboots of the phone, and data wipe / factory reset did not resolve. Phone kept rebooting, so I sent it in on warranty. They flashed a virgin stock ROM, and the problem was resolved. Just wanted to be able to resolve the problem on my own if it happened again.

So I guess I can reflash the same stock ROMversion I am running. I understand I should not try flashing a Froyo ROM. Iguess I should better not try flashing a 2.3.6 ROM, as these were released for Latam , and there could be differences in hardware.

Is there another option apart from RSD lite for stock ROMs & locked bootloader?
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
what do you mean by 2.3.6 ROM were released for Latam?

There is no other way to flash ROM with locked bootloader as far as I know.

Sorry :)
[Atrix 4G General] Fahad_ahmad:
i am using korean version mb861...

i dint get, which files do i have to place in ''motounlock'' folder which i am supposed to create on desktop...

i downloaded ''IHOP'' folder in which there wz a file with name ''intl-fix-try1.sbf '' file... n i downloaded fastboot file which actually wz named as '' sbf_flash ''

these were the two files i put in the folder n i followed the procedure....

n i ended up ''SUCCESS ''at RSD , but it dint proceed onto fastboot...

now showing an error

'' svf :108:1:2

failed to boot 3

starting rsd protocol ''

i was using custom 2.3.5 n cel wz rooted... wot mistake did i do, n how to rectify it...

sm one gave me a link http://xdaforums.com/show....php?t=1500017 ... so i foud out i avnt bricked my cel n i cud revive it... bt m confused if i wer supposed to put sm other files too in the folder as wel !!!
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
All the fastboot file you should put on one folder on the desktop.

Also you must put your recovery.img file too on that folder.

For your error:

Then follow these instructions

Press the “Start” button. The Flash actually failed for me, wait for it to complete to 100% it may FAIL or PASS! just make sure it gets to 100% leave your phone sitting for about 10 minutes AFTER RSD SAYS FAIL/SUCCESS.

If nothing is happening after 10mins, perform a battery pull. Power the phone on while pressing vol-down. “Fastboot” Will show up on screen. DONT PLUG IT IN YET. Press volume up and let your phone sit. You will see “Starting Fastboot protocol support" LEAVE IT UNPLUGGED

then you can continue to next step :)

press the windows key + R on your computer, type cmd and press enter

command prompt will open. type cd C:\users\YOURNAME\desktop\motounlock press 'enter'

Plug your device back into usb now

back in your command prompt window type "fastboot oem unlock" no quotes

You will now receive a warning along with a unique device ID

Type the following commands using your unique device ID (the numbers in the command prompt) in place of the ####

fastboot oem unlock ####

fastboot reboot

your moto will reboot. UNLCOKED!!!!!!!!!!!!!
[Atrix 4G General] Fahad_ahmad:
where wil i get '' recovery.img '' file ???

n isnt fastboot file a '' .exe '' file ??? cz i got file '' sbf_flash '' wen i tried to download fastboot file from the guide...

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u mean i require three files in '' motounlock '' folder ???

1... fastboot

2. intl-fix-try1.sbf

3.. n recovery.img

???
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
Download whatever recovery you like and rename it to recovery.img.

If you're on windows, you have no use of sbf_flash since that's a Linux utility.

Also, could you please use proper english, full spelling and all? This is very juvenile and incredibly hard to read.
[Atrix 4G General] Fahad_ahmad:
oh sorry about ..

can you plz give me link to recovery images , it would be kind of you... thanx
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
Each recovery has its own thread. I'm not going to link you every single thread, just use search.

Your keywords are CWM, RomRacer, TWRP.
[Atrix 4G General] midwestrida69:
you saved my life!!!

I looked for hours to find everything that I needed to save my phone, only took 30 mins after I seen this. Thx !!!
[Atrix 4G General] babowling:
Thanks!

Thanks to all the devs out there for the work you do.
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
Posting the same question multiple times is against XDA rules.
[Atrix 4G General] chepe263:
Recovery now running (stuck in some tpapi.log.enc file). Thanks for your instructions, It will be helpfull a backup before i destroy the whole filesystem hehe ;)
[Atrix 4G General] Fahad_ahmad:
unlocked my atrix...
[Atrix 4G General] Fahad_ahmad:
unable to boot into android recovery ...

android guy with exclamation mark appears ...

wot should i do ??? i deleted both'' instal-recovery.sh '' files ...

shud i use cmd again for recovery.img ??? can i try cwm.img now ???
[Atrix 4G General] petran_7:
Can I use this method for my Atrix 4G? Please look my signature for build. :)
[Atrix 4G General] rschua:
OHHH Man Thanks!!!

After searching for and following the steps with all the shenanigans on the "how-to's" with bootloader unlock-root etc... for the Atrix MB860 Asian, I almost gave up but YOUR tutorial is pretty much easier (if not the EASIEST) to follow... I'm off the root/unlock in no time... Thank you!
[Atrix 4G General] dbas:
first of all: good guide, easy to follow :good:

i have only one problem. my Android Recovery has other options then those descreibed in "Installing a custom ROM".

i only have

-reboot system now

-apply update from sdcard

-wipe data/factory reset

-wipe cache partition

i think

-backup and restore

-advanced

are missing. is this a bad thing?

and while using apply update from sdcard and flashing a costum rom, is it normal to have the android figure with the ! sign for minutes without anything happening?

thanks everbody for the help!
[Atrix 4G General] blloewy:
I think that is Motorola Recovery not CWM or Rom Racer Recovery.

You must install CWM/Rom Racer or TWRP Recovery to get those fitures.

Please check page one first for the guide :)
[Atrix 4G General] numnutss:
Hi, I used your guide last night and got through the first part perfectly and got my bootloader unlocked, I also thought id got through the next part aswell until I tried to delete the files that you mention, I used astro file manager and couldnt find them, so i downloaded rom toolbox -

(this one https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.jrummy.liberty.toolbox&hl=en

-I found the files but it wont let me change or delete them with rom toolbox.

I tried 2 different rom racer files orange and cyan, and they both seemed to load up ok,

I also tried using android recovery without deleting the files and I just get the android with the exclamation mark.

Any advice would be much appreciated, im a noob and it took ages to grow the balls to do this.
[Atrix 4G General] numnutss:
Im stuck because i dont have the right permissions to rename or delete the files that i need to delete, what should i do?
[Atrix 4G General] Arjen:
Be sure your rom is rooted and enable root in file manager settings (if the file-manager supports it)
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
People also often forget to remount /system r/w for some reason.
[Atrix 4G General] zalamikazee:
is this working on mb861 atrix korean version i think from olleh.. I am so confused i am done rooting my phone..

Any chances briking my phone when unlocking bootlader?

Please help

my phone is already hack.. Have superuser installed in my app..
[Atrix 4G General] zalamikazee:
Please help me..
[Atrix 4G General] Earthen1:
little problem

everything works until i start the "Proper Recovery" part. when i "fastboot devices" and Press Enter I get nothing, and then when i type "fastboot erase recovery" and Press Enter i get a "waiting for device" message that never changes. by then the phone and rebooted fully into android. am i missing something? am i supposed to go into some other mode at boot time after i see the "unlocked" message
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
You are supposed to go into "fastboot" mode if you want to use fastboot.
[Atrix 4G General] cynopterus:
Unlocked, Recovery Erased & Flashed but ... ?

Hey, great guide however, it may just me being thick but ....

I have unlocked the bootloader, erased the recovery and flashed the atrix5.img all fine .... and then I find myself stuck at ...

"DO NOT FORGET TO DO THIS PART: After the install of RomRacers recovery boot up your phone. Open up your favourite file browser (I used Astro file manager to do this ) and navigate to /system/etc/ and delete the file called 'install-recovery.sh' "

Phone has been rebooted but all it will let me do is make emergency calls. No menu, settings, apps just power down and emergency calls!? :confused:

Any ideas where I'm going wrong.

Also I noticed that the Darkside ROM suggested is no longer about, links dead etc. Any suggestions?

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OK, so it was me being thick. Have astro running but no sign of mentioned file ... install_recovery.sh ??

.... " and navigate to /system/etc/ and delete the file called 'install-recovery.sh' "
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
So ignore it then. Pretend it's deleted.
[Atrix 4G General] cynopterus:
Really? ok ...

Any advice on suitable ROMs for a noob??

Thx
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
Try MROM.
[Atrix 4G General] Romerito Moreno:
How to Unlock Motorola Atrix 2.3.6 bootloader.

Hello, I'm new here, I am looking to unlock the bootloader atrix with android 2.3.6.

thank you: Bom:

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This procedure works for version 2.3.6 Do atrix?
[Atrix 4G General] ravilov:
The version of the OS is pretty much irrelevant and tells you nothing. What matters is what kind of bootloader you have. Therefore you need to give more information about your phone. Go to "About phone" and check if your phone is the AT&T or the international variant, then choose the unlock SBF variant (pudding or IHOP) accordingly. The rest of the procedure is the same for all unlockable phones.
[Atrix 4G General] mudassar007:
Yes I can confirm that this method works for Bell 2.3.6

I have just completed it, there was small issue with recovery. But figured it out.

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If you have simcard inserted in your phone, the you won't have this issue.
[Atrix 4G General] spindlethin:
Problem with RSDlite.. I think

EDIT: Forgot to take out the sim card. Once I did that and re-flashed through RSDlite, everything went fine. I will now put on a Noob hat and eat some dirt in penance.

flashing my phone for the first time, I have the international version, running win7 x64 and RSDlite 5.6

I unzipped fastboot and IHOP into the motounlock folder, got the phone into RSD mode, and booted up RSDlite. Followed the instructions, pressed start, and everything went swimmingly as far as I could tell - the process finished, PASS etc.

Problem - when i power the phone up, where it should say UNLOCKED it has "SUF : 108:1:2 Failed to Boot 3 Starting RSD mode". I can't get into recovery because Power + vol. down gets to the same point and goes to a black screen, and I have to pull the battery to try turning it on again.

Here's hoping I just did something stupid (and reversible...).
[Atrix 4G General] eSu.Matix:
Welp!

Guys help. I think I messed it up. I did the RSD step and it all went smooth as expected but then I was on "USB Mass Storage" instead of "Motorola Phone Portal", so when the RSD restarted my phone it stuck on "Please manually reboot your phone" and "In process...", but it was @ 100% so I decided to unplug and restart my phone. I allowed me to do the Fastboot OEM Unlock so I tought we're good.

Now when I boot my phone it says "Unlocked" but when I don't see Super User in menu and even if I download the Super User from market it still tells me that my phone is not rooted. So I decided to perform second root but this time I put my phone in "Motorola Phone Portal" and after RSD finished it said "PASS" so I decided to wait for like 15 min. Still nothing happened so I pull the battery and I did the Fastboot OEM Unlock again, but now it says that "This device is already unlocked" or something like that.... Any ideas?

Oh, I also did the recovery flash but I can't see the CWM Recovery in the menu and even if I download if from marker it still tells me that the phone is not rooted.

I'm really confused now actually, I would usually just flash some SBF and do it again but as I read that can hard brick my phone so I don't think it's a really good idea :P

Anyway, please help ;(