yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Motorola Atrix 2] Jimmy273:
If you read at the end of my original post I document what I've tried. If your really adventurous you may want to try the bionic bootstrapper but it may brick your phone... I haven't tried that yet, though the similarities between the atrix2 and the bionic lead me to believe it may work.
[Motorola Atrix 2] MikeChannon:
Thread Moved.
[Motorola Atrix 2] rinnycoop121:
Yes i have tested and it works perfectly.

my only question is which CMW do we flash?
[Motorola Atrix 2] Calundle:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1328434
[Motorola Atrix 2] JRW 28:
Right now we don't have a CWM of our own to flash. There is a possibility of flashing the Bionics bootstrap recovery but we don't know what the circumstances are gonna be. Someone could result in a bricked A2, what we need is some development help right now :)
[Motorola Atrix 2] rinnycoop121:
i have tried Bionic and Atrix 4G but no good.

wil lnot boot into recovery

---------- Post added at 07:25 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:23 PM ----------

ok just noticed something, upon running market been getting random restarts.
[Motorola Atrix 2] thatruthiz:
how to unroot or return to stock
[Motorola Atrix 2] Gadgetz:
Well, no real way as of yet. However, uninstalling superuser will remove root access. But reinstalling it is all that's needed to regain it.
[Motorola Atrix 2] okachowwa:
I keep getting all these adb errors on one click.
[Motorola Atrix 2] ebaul:
Kernel

Am I right to think we need bootloader unlocked to get a kernel with over clock?
[Motorola Atrix 2] JRW 28:
To get a custom kernal yes.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Gadgetz:
Yes sir....actually, I was able to OC my Xperia X10 to 1.2GHz on just a tweaked stock based rom, locked bootloader. I'd imagine the same could be done on this phone but I don't think it would be a good idea on the stock kernel.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Emoslayer8:
Dudes I used oneclick zerg rush and had 2 sucessfull roots. On 2 ATRIX 2s. Its super easy. But the real issue is the bootloader. We have it unlocked but the method and way is done idk kinda risky. We need refine this process. Rooting is no longer an issue I literally Googled it and had a solution in 5 mins.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Gadgetz:
Who's we and can you show proof of ur claim? I got a stubby when you said "we have it unlocked", pause.
[Motorola Atrix 2] JRW 28:
You're right rooting is super easy and we have a very detailed description posted here in a thread already. I have used both ways and the one click is almost too easy.

I think you're mistaking on the bootloader though. Our IS locked. But if you have a method as you say PLEASE post a link to it so we can have a look at it!
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Yes Emoslayer8 is most definitely mistaken, we here at xda have not been able to unlock the Atrix 2 bootloader YET, and I do stress yet.

I am almost positive that he is seeing that the OG Atrix bootloader is unlocked, because I just did a google search, and ran a bot to check the WHOLE Internet, with ("Atrix 2" bootloader unlocked) and got no hits.

But for those that are interested in our progress like Emoslayer8 seems to be here is the link to that thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1328714
[Motorola Atrix 2] Emoslayer8:
I'm in classes right now when I get out/home I will link it. Haha. Now here's a question is Motorola doing rolling updates on this firmware? And if so does the root have an affect upon updating?
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Yes Motorola is doing some updates to the firmware, but it is just like any other carrier/phone OTA update, you can tell it to just download and not install it. You will lose root if you update, but by using the same method and removing the temp dir and cache files for zerg, you can reroot.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Zeratoda1:
So you guys finally got your thread I heard you Atrix 2 users were trying to take over the Atrix thread. Im glad everything worked out
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Ok this is where to get the latest version of zerg, just incase you are having issues rooting with the one from the OP of this thread.

You will still get the files from the OP here, and put them in /data/local, then go get this:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1296916

Copy the zergRush file, and the other files in /data/local with:

adb push zergRush /data/local

adb push su /data/local

adb push Superuser.apk /data/local

Then:

In a terminal connected to adb with a shell:

adb shell

cd /data/local

chmod 755 zergRush

./zergRush

After your phone reboots or disconnects reconnect with

adb shell

then when you have temp root your prompt should be a "#"

you will do the following:

ONE COMMAND PER LINE, DO NOT COPY ALL THE LINES OF CODE BELOW AND PASTE THEM TO THE TERMINAL ALL AT THE SAME TIME!

One line at a time, then hit return at the end of each line, please.

mount -o rw,remount /dev/null /system

cat /data/local/Superuser.apk > /system/app/Superuser.apk

cat /data/local/su > /system/bin/su

chmod 4755 /system/bin/su

chmod 4755 /system/app/Superuser.apk

I have not tried this yet, but I will report success or failure of the new zerg after I attempt it.
[Motorola Atrix 2] holeshot77:
I am completely mental today.. thanks. Auto 1 click worked for me.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Noonski:
I have stickied this thread by request.

Be aware that the dedicated Atrix2 Forum Moderator might have reasons to unstick or move this thread.

I think that for sticky requests it's best to contact the Forum Moderator instead of using the report button.

Also to keep the Stickies as clean as possible, maybe<< some of these threads can be referenced to in the OP.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=19355021#post19355021

&

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=18965072#post18965072
[Motorola Atrix 2] madman0817:
Thank, however,

1) The link is broke

2) At one point you mis-typed zergRush (zergRusg)

3) You forgot to say 'chmod 777 zergRush'

No offense meant of course, but, if you're going to help, please be a bit more accurate, thanks :)
[Motorola Atrix 2] moofree:
Looks like the link got ellipsis'd http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1296916

That thread suggests

chmod 755 /data/local/zergRush

Either 777 or 755 will work but 755 would be the "correct" way for those who care about unix permissions.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
If the link is broken I am sorry, but I don't control the guys who write the ZergRush code, I just reposted it to show people that if they are having issues with the OP, then use it instead of zerg.

Thanks I will correct it, but in my post it does not mention permissions at all, and 777 permissions would be very dangerous, I would not set them to that at all.

P.S. I just tested the link and it is working fine for me...
[Motorola Atrix 2] cornflaku:
Hey guys just a quick question, I've rooted mine, but you're saying Moto is going to release a new firmware? Should I remove the root and then do the update? Or is it possible to remove the root after the update?

Sorry for being a noob, new to android :o
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
All you need to do is remove /data/local/tmp/boomsh and /data/local/tmp/sh I think....

Then allow your update, then redo the root process listed in this thread, or maybe use the zergRush, posted a few posts above this one.

You really don't need to remove root, to do an update, you just lose it once the update is done, and you can remove the files above before or after the update.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Well, sorry to say this does not work! I got my replacement and it was patched.

I was able to get root by using what was in the OP and doing it the manual way.
[Motorola Atrix 2] 776091:
G'day Atrix 2 users. Want to confirm that the One Click root process worked for another MB865. Many thanks to everyone involved to make it possible :)

Greets from AUS :)
[Motorola Atrix 2] Antigravityrx:
Need Help! Please!!

Got a new Atrix 2 after I lost my other one. I rooting this one and it says it is rooted but it is actually not. I've attached a pic of the error I am getting. Tried using Titanium backup and it says that I haven't got root. Can't upload a screen shot as this forum will not let me...
[Motorola Atrix 2] armyengineer51:
I guess I'm not the only one! Had my N1 for a while now and it has been the best, but it's time for a change. Looking forward to getting my unlocked Atrix 2 tomorrow!!
[Motorola Atrix 2] Antigravityrx:
Need Help! Please!!

Hi this forum will not let me post a screenshot unless I have posted 8 times. I am trying to root my atrix 2 but I keep getting the same error. Tells me I am rooted but I am actually not when I try to run TB. So I am writing what I see below. All and any help is greatly appreciated. If anyone figures this out can they please post a dummy instructions for a noob. Thanks so much in advance. ...Just realized I could actually upload a pic from my computer, it's the attached thumbnail

[-] Cannot copy boomsh. : Permission denied

[1] Segmentation fault /data/local/zerg

[*] Waiting for phone to reboot .

* daemon not running. starting it now *

* daemon started successfully *

[*] Installing Root Packages ...

remount failed: Operation not permitted

failed to copy 'su' to " /system/xbin/su' : Read-only file system

Unable to chmod /system/xbin/su: No such file or directory

link failed Read-only file system

failed to copy 'busybox' to ' /system/bin/busybox' : Read-only file system

Unable to chmod /system/bin/busybox: No such file or directory

/system/bin/busybox: not found

1446 KB/s (785801 bytes in 0.530s)

pkg: /data/local/tmp/Superuser .apk

Failure [INSTALL_FAILED_ALREADY_EXISTS]

cannot create /data/local.prop: permission denied

[*] Rebooting...

* server not running *

* daemon not running. starting it now *

* daemon started successfully *

[*] Your Phone is Rooted !

[*] Press any key to exit.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
This has been covered in here several times, please search in the future.

You will need to do the following, run everything between Code, and End code:

Code:

adb shell

cd /data/local

rm ./tmp/*

End code

Now go try and run the one click again.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Antigravityrx:
Tried it! Still no root!??!

Hi Jim, thanks for your directions, I really appreciate it..unfortunately I still can't root after trying your method..I've attached screenshots again of what I am seeing...any other suggestions?? Thanks in advance..
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Ok, you are going to have to try it the hard way..... I used this last night on my replacement phone and it worked like a charm, but it is not the easiest for a windows user....

First remove anything you copied into /data/local with

Code:

adb shell

cd /data/local

rm ./tmp/*

rm ./*

exit

exit

End code:

Now for the root stuff in detail.

Download the follow file: it contains the exploit, su, Superuser

Download exploit ---> http://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=767802&stc=1&d=1320119485

1) Unzip contents of folder to your Desktop

2) open a command terminal and navigate to the folder (cd Desktop/Exploit)

3) Run the following commands:

Code:

adb push zerg /data/local

adb push su /data/local

adb push Superuser.apk /data/local

adb shell

cd /data/local

chmod 755 zerg

./zerg

End code

4) Wait for the root to be gained, you will be disconnected.

5) Run the following commands:

Code:

adb shell

(only type the rest of this if you are no longer in shell@edison, and your prompt is a "#")

mount -o rw,remount /dev/null /system

cat /data/local/su > /system/bin/su

cat /data/local/Superuser.apk > /system/app/Superuser.apk

chmod 4755 /system/bin/su

chmod 4755 /system/app/Superuser.apk

reboot

End code
[Motorola Atrix 2] armyengineer51:
One click was not an option for me as I am on a Mac, and this worked perfectly! Nothing like a brand new, rooted device.... guess I should get rid of that signature block :rolleyes:
[Motorola Atrix 2] tylercarter:
wonderful root tool

i just wanted to say that i used this today and was a bit scared to root this one. motorola is a bit new to me as ive only had samsung devices. however i grew a set of balls and went for it anyway and it is fast. (i used the 1click) as im lazy. just wanted to say thanks a lot. :D
[Motorola Atrix 2] unsivil_audio:
Royal pain in the ass, but finally got root working with the manual method. Tried the 1-click method multiple times, but finally I said f-it and just tool'd around in ADB shell until I got it working. Thanks guys.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Antigravityrx:
Success!!! Thank you very, very much!! This code works perfectly for those having a hard time rooting with 1 click! I am now enjoying the benefits of rooted Atrix 2, especially my ROM toolbox by JRummy16
[Motorola Atrix 2] laaq:
thanks, works perfect the 1 click method
[Motorola Atrix 2] chensan215:
This is the 2nd time I've been rushed by +100 zerglings -___________-

at least it was a good experience this time. thanks!
[Motorola Atrix 2] kosenn:
I just rooted my Atrix 2. Very easy using the 1-Click version.
[Motorola Atrix 2] cogeary:
I read that SOC now can use the ZergRush exploit to root... so does that mean rooting the A2 just got even easier?
[Motorola Atrix 2] dolph8886:
It looks like 55.13.25 breaks this root method, not sure why I decided to flash this but this is what happens regardless of how many times I try.

Hoping that eventually there will be something to flash over this but for anyone interested in why here is the patched 55.13.25 system dump.

http://safelinking.net/d/3461941718
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
I just downloaded the system dump you linked, and I will take a look and see what they did.

Have you tried to use both the one-click and the manual in two different windows at the same time? When I got one of my replacement phones, I had to use the manual in two different windows at the same time, it sounds weird, but it works, just remember to remove everything, in /data/local/tmp.
[Motorola Atrix 2] dolph8886:
It did get further but still failed,

Not sure if this has anything to do with it but this was in the update

load_modules.sh

#!/system/bin/sh
export PATH=/system/bin:$PATH

# Install STE MID Safe OMAP Padconf Driver
if [ -e /system/lib/modules/mid_safecontrol.ko ]; then
insmod /system/lib/modules/mid_safecontrol.ko
fi
[Motorola Atrix 2] moofree:
Now that the fxz is available, I just installed 55.13.25. and was able to preserve root access using OTA Rootkeeper. (like the Chinese do :p)
[Motorola Atrix 2] dolph8886:
Wish I would have used OTARootkeeper; lost interest after loosing root.

Attempted to flash back with rsdlite but fails at cdt.bin, before and if I go further; would you simply replace the cdt.bin from 55.13.25 or is there more to it?
[Motorola Atrix 2] moofree:
You should just have to open the xml file and RSD Lite will take care of it from there. (after connecting your phone via usb, booting in fastboot mode and then hitting start in rsdlite)

Make sure you're using rsdlite 5.6 or later

Also you might want to check the checksums of the file you downloaded versus the one in the fxz post. It could've been corrupted during download.

Otherwise, you could ask for help in the relevant thread :)
[Motorola Atrix 2] moofree:
Ew! This is happening to me too, trying to revert back using the FXZ

Failed flashing process. 6/20 flash cdt.bin "cdt.bin" -> Phone returned FAIL.

Trying to manually write it with moto-fastboot

writing 'cdt.bin'... INFOPreflash validation failure
[Motorola Atrix 2] Chowlz:
Just got the phone...

and I want to root it. I'm using ubuntu and wondering if the method in the first post still works. I think I'm using the latest version (System updates says its up to date).
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Do the manual version where you use adb. I am a Linux user too, and that is how I did it.

Here are the steps again:
[Motorola Atrix 2] Chowlz:
I downloaded the file, but it looked like stuff for windows. Executing 'adb push zerg /data/local' outputted 'adb.exe: command not found'.
[Motorola Atrix 2] mtnlion:
You do have the sdk installed right?
[Motorola Atrix 2] Chowlz:
Didn't install it. Instructions didn't say anything bout having the sdk xD
[Motorola Atrix 2] mtnlion:
Adb is included in the android sdk.install it and make sure you have the proper drivers for the phone.
[Motorola Atrix 2] alcatel444:
Any 1 click unroot option? for noobs like me . i am currently smelling an update from Motorola , i don't think it's ICS but i am sure there will be an update for the too many bugs found on the device like the apps disappearing problem and the wifi problem.

so i am wondering if i rooted will that prevent me from updating OTA updates?
[Motorola Atrix 2] JRW 28:
Rooting shouldn't affect the OTA update so you should be fine.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Greeco:
Maybe my opinion does not matters but had exactly same problem and i solved it with a very simple way

i just factory reset my phone and i try again the root of the phone and it works perfect

for your reference i will attach one more the software i use for root and give it a try

make sure that you backup your files before factory reset

i hope it will work for you mine is an ATT version MB865

George
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
No need to resort to a factory reset. I have posted earlier in this thread on how to fix that issue.

All you have to do is

adb shell
cd /data/local
rm ./tmp/*
exit

Then run one click again.
[Motorola Atrix 2] tcwhk:
Can i root my atrix2 after OTA upgrade to 55.90.11.en.05?
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
That is an ME865, most of the things on this site have only been tried on the MB865. You can try the root on, here, after the update, but YMMV.
[Motorola Atrix 2] cogeary:
I do prefer rooting manually... however I flash back to stock so much (I softbrick a lot :)) it gets quite annoying. Since I was bored tonight and I had to flash the fxz I wrote a 2 batch files for root/unroot while I was flashing... I know we already have a 1-click method however I think it's a bit redundant (it reboots too much... lol it wastes a whole 30 seconds of my time!) and it also makes a write to some random .prop file (that I can't remember atm) that is completely unecessary...

So if anyone wants to use it here's the zip- View attachment Root.zip
[Motorola Atrix 2] toastthemost:
Rooted with one-click, no problems whatsoever! You guys are the best!
[Motorola Atrix 2] tcwhk:
i mean i was rooted b4 ota,and i can't root after ota with one click root, any other way to root it? yes, it is me865
[Motorola Atrix 2] yafonda:
I just got my Atrix 2 yesterday and took the 2.3.6 update before I went to root it. Now, I cant downgrade using FXZ or root. Any ideas? Please, no theories. TIA!
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
This has been covered.

Here is the fxz thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1415336

Post that explains what to do:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20987662&postcount=102

The files you will need:

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/45576654/cdt.bin

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/45576654/device_tree.bin

http://dl.dropbox.com/u/45576654/lbl

You will also need to go download win md5:

http://www.winmd5.com/download/winmd5free.zip

Then follow the root instructions.
[Motorola Atrix 2] yafonda:
Thanks jimbridgman. I'm no stranger to rooting, and I am following the instructions step by step, but I am still denied access. Guess I'll wait until someone can develop a one click solution. Thanks again to all the developers for your work!
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Which version of android are you running? 2.3.5 or 2.3.6?

If you are on 2.3.6 still, then the root process will not work, and that means that instructions I posted about re-flashing the fxz did not work right, or you did not follow them correctly.

You HAVE to restore the fxz to get back to 2.3.5, there is currently NOT a way to get root on 2.3.6. There will not be a one-click for 2.3.6. I am one of the devs in here, trust me, everyone is working on stuff for ICS now, so no-one wants to try to get root on an OS that is over a year old now.
[Motorola Atrix 2] cogeary:
Agreed. I spent an hour or two just trying to get different root methods for other phones to work, no luck.

Maybe when more exploits for ICS are released, we may be able to use them for our GB?
[Motorola Atrix 2] yafonda:
I was running 2.3.5, rooted and then updated to 2.3.6 without reading how to preserve root. Now, RDS lite is failing when I attempt to update fxz, even with replacing the files and updating the XML. No worries, I'll deal with it. I appreciate everyone's time.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Go take a look at the n00b thread in the general atrix 2 section... JRW 28 updated the info, so that you can go back to 2.3.5 in there I think. Also take a look at the Thread that has the fxz file in it, it all documented in there how to get back to 2.3.5. This has been covered so many times in the last several days..... Please search..... This does work, you just have to do it the way that is stated..... Many other have done it.... don't give up, you may not get root until ICS is out, if that ever happens.
[Motorola Atrix 2] dk-v1:
This isn't your everyday, "How do I root after OTA 2.3.6" post...and yes I searched. I maybe be a "noob" here, but not to forums in general.

I'm just curious to know if any one of you great devs:D are working on a way to root 2.3.6 w/o having to revert back to 2.3.5?

It's just a question.

Thanks.
[Motorola Atrix 2] Deliberate:
Jim just answered that a few posts up... I believe...
[Motorola Atrix 2] dk-v1:
I suppose that is what you are referring to?

Not really an answer to my question, but thanks for responding.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Right now ALL of the devs for most every phone are not interested with trying to root an OS that is over a year old now. We are all working on things for ICS, so most likely there will not be a root for 2.3.6 any time soon in here.

Right now both lfaber06 and I have more work (which I might add that we do in our free time) to do than we know what to do with just with this phone, and since there are only 2 of us, and now that cogeary is starting to take on some tasks, that are very helpful by the way. We just plain don't have the time or ability to do much for 2.3.6.

We have a way to get root, I know it is not the most "user" friendly, but it is the way that we have. Unless you want to jump in and find a new hole in the OS we might be able to use, we can always use more people helping out, as I have said a couple times in this long post...
[Motorola Atrix 2] dk-v1:
Appreciate the reply. And I am aware that those of you who contribute do so on your own time.

Unfortunately, the last 'real' programming of any sort I did was in Basic...many, many years ago. I'm willing to bet that most of you here have no idea what that even is. So, I'm no help for now.

Guess one of these days I'll get around to rooting using the known method.

Back to the original topic...

D.K.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Actually I know basic very well, and started using it when I was about 5, my Dad was the director of MIS in the 70s at several high profile companies, so I got to play with mainframes when I was knee high... I have progressed well beyond basic and now C, and java, and frotran, and so on... I am actually a big C/C++ guy since UNIX is my choice of OS and work, I have not done a windows support thing since NT 3.5.1 and 4.0. BTW I am really not even a "true" programmer by trade (I am a UNIX architect), that I do in my spare time, I do kernel programming for the linux opensource kernel, just for fun...
[Motorola Atrix 2] mtnlion:
I learned basic on a tandy color computer with a whopping 16k of memory. I bet most people reading this haven't even heard of tandy.
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Trash 8/TRS 8. ;)

Yes I almost got one, but ended up with an 8086 "Clone" with CPM on it.
[Motorola Atrix 2] mtnlion:
you sir are far from most people. Don't. you miss the cassette tape storage and modems that you had to physically set the phone handset on. :)
[Motorola Atrix 2] jimbridgman:
Oh wow!!! 2 or 4 baud, yes I remember those... I also remember getting Internet for the first time in mid 80s (in my teens) there was no AOL yet, and it was all iirc and bbs sites at that time, there was not much http out there yet, I know people were still "playing" with it...