yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] loribuono:
Thanks again!

Okay, Indirect sounds like the way to go, then. And is this the correct link thread? [Blocks OTA's!] Full root for Nook Tablet. [11/20/11] [Permanent root!]

I read something about a script. Is there one? I just want to be sure I'm following the latest procedure and not using something from a month-and-a-half ago that may have had issues. Do you know if the people that post these update their initial posts with new information/files, or do I have to read through the entire thread to be aware of all the modifications that may have been made since the initial post was created?

Thanks again!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] styme001:
Hey Veronica! Thanks, but if by "you forgot to remove the acclaim_update.zip" you mean I didn't remove the microSD card that I used to go back to 1.4.0..I did..That's what's so confusing...the microSD card with the acclaim_update.zip on it was not in there...and it still factory reset. Unless you mean something else? OK it took me the whole morning but I got everything back to the way it was..kinda..sorta. Now I just rebooted as per Titanium Backup to fix SuperUser issue..everything is running a-ok! **knock on wood** Now need to learn how to use Titanium Backup...setting schedules and whatnot...any general suggestions is much appreciated...as of right now nothing is backed up...along with all my apps shoudl I backup all system data? I'm sporting a 32G microSD..so not a prob...thanks again...
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] leej:
Hello

Hello XDA. I'm new here and I have to say it is an awesome place to be for tip & Tricks. I as most people have got my Nook Tablet for Christmas. After allot of research prior on tablets and e readers and upgrading from a Kindle keyboard reader i settled for the nook. also through the research,finding this site, learning how to root the NT and then be able to get my amazon books makes the nook more versatile for the price.

Thanks again and i will be posting soon as i have some questions regarding the rooting of the NT.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Yes that's the right thread, the root process in there is by running .bat files while in snowball is running a script. All the changelog and updates are in the OP of each thread, now its very recommended o watch the video tutorials provided in each thread too, read my OP too for tips.

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] loribuono:
Thanks very much, Veronica!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] HMG10:
One to add...

I didn't see it in the first post. If you have widgets that don't work after a reboot, you have to move the widget apk file from the /data/app folder to the /system/app folder. Have to have root to do it and have to mount the /system/app folder as R/W.

You can use Root Explorer or ES File Explorer.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] shawner47:
Quick question... I have busybox installer but it says there is no busybox installed. Which version would be best for us to install?

I know with my Droid I had to use an older version for certain things but wasn't sure if that would be the case for us on the NT.

Swyped from my BNTV250 using Tapatalk
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] dojik:
Hi guys. Are there any ways to get 15GB storage space without contacting B&N support?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lasersc:
Normally, sd cards, come in even sizes -2gig, 4gig, 8gig, 16gig....and so on. I believe the Nook tanlet can handle up to a 16gig sd card. Which can be purchased at about any place that sells eletronics. Even most drug stores carry them in the states, and amazon or the like online.

Hope this helps!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] The_Fallen_One:
Im having a problem syncing the Amazon App store to my nook table. i had my nook rooted and it was synced but i procrastinated and didnt put titanium on it and stop the OTA so i had to fix it. now everything is back to what it was but i cant get Amazon to sync this time. Is there something that i did to mess it up and can i fix it?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] loribuono:
Just ran through Indirect's script. Everything seemed to work fine (once I got the ADB stuff working), and it finished. I'm confused, though. This is a different experience than when I rooted my Nook Color, and I'm wondering if it worked properly. Albert Wertz's video says to check for root by choosing "Search" and see if it's the Google Search. But I no longer have that bar at the bottom of my screen. (Actually, I didn't expect to after rooting, but he does, so I'm confused about that.)

Also, my ADW launcher screen says, "Problem loading widget" at the top. I'm looking in the forum now for that, but if anyone's got any insight, I'd gladly accept it.

How do I know this worked correctly? Thanks!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] conundrum768:
The NT will work quite nicely with a 32GB card.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Hello @loribuono try to open superuser or titanium backup both need root to work and if it opens fine then you are rooted, normally when you open these apps without being rooted you get a notification that you aren't rooted.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] loribuono:
Superuser opens with a large white are that says "No log information." I can get to the Preferences okay. Is that good enough? Was Titanium part of the root, or an app I need to download from the Market? I'm still not sure what all this stuff does.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Thank you @HMG10 i will link it to OP, though i would like this to be confirmed with go launcher, adw launcher and others. If someone try this please report back. Thanks!

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
If you used Indirect's method you need to download titanium backup from market in order to Block OTA. Superuser does not have any information because you don't have new apps that requires root yet, once you download and open Titanium backup(Requires root) for example a notification will pop up to ask for "superuser permissions" then you have to select "Allow" once you do this if you go back to superuser app you now will see titanium backup in there and no "no log information". I can tell you are rooted and about the "Problem loading widget" first check this then reboot and report back.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] loribuono:
Thanks! I'll download Titanium. As for the widget issue, I just removed that widget (not sure which one it was anyway). Other widgets I've added work, so far.

One more thing you mentioned... You said I need Titanium to block OTAs (OTAs being Barnes & Noble's updates? I keep seeing the acronym, but nowhere was it explained.) I thought that was an option I said "yes" to during the root script. What do I need to do in Titanium, to block OTAs?

Thanks again for all your help.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] dojik:
No, it won't help since b&n limit the internal space for non-B&N purchased content to 1GB

(http://www.engadget.com/2011/11/16/...ernal-storage-for-non-bandn-purchased-conten/)

I'm non-USA user of b&n tablet and nook store isn't available im my country, so I want to get that reserved 15 GB for my own content.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Hello @dojik the nook has many partitions the internal space for B&N content its 12gb, for non B&N content its 1GB apart of boot, recovery and system partition and maybe any other. Devs have looked at it and its not safe yet to do a "repartition" because you can seriously brick your device, so you need to wait until they figure it out explore the whole nook (They already doing that and working hard) , find unbrickable techniques, etc that they be happy with and then work into the best way to get advantage of the space for users IF its possible. We need to be patient they are doing an amazing work. For now if you need more GBs use a sdcard.

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] leej:
google services frame work deleted!!

hello all, i accidentally deleted my google services frame work on my NT. so i'm trying to reinstall,, help please :confused:

and of course with step by step instructions would help :p
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] gwreedak:
Here is a link to another thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1353040 - scroll down to #5 and look for the app you're missing. (Thanks to spoland)

There are 2 easy ways that I know of:

- Use the browser on your NT and type in the url of the app you want to download - hit "remove this frame" and after the app downloads just select it - select Package Installer and install

- download the app to your computer and e-mail it to yourself (only works for smaller apps), then open the e-mail on your NT and select install.

~ G
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] HMG10:
Apps not fullscreen fix.

Another one to add to the list:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=21035941&postcount=4
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Thanks, linked to OP
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] schtuka:
my nook reboots every time I eject drives and unplug it from my computer after moving files to my sdcard. is it normal?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] Barb1492:
Problem Downloading app

I am trying to root my Nook Tablet and can't get pass step one. I am using version 1.4.0. My Nook won't let me download the app on your site to access package installer and view my hidden settings. I keep getting no downlaod. Any suggestions?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
The first thing that the script does is verify your device is a nook tablet by verifying your drivers, are you sure you have installed them well? did you get the /!\ NOOK in device manager on windows?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] Barb1492:
Rooting

Thanks for the quick reply. I thought that process was step II? I have hooked up my Nook using the USB cable in the past month and have downloaded books from the public library, music etc. I have also gone into my device manager to check to see if I had any conflicting drivers prior to starting this process but didn't download any drivers as I thught that was the next step.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
OK you say you are trying to root surely the very very first step would be use the tgps_launcher.apk to activate usb debbuging menu, is that what you referring to? to that app?, otherwise :confused:

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] Barb1492:
Rooting Nook

Yes, I am trying to download the tgbs file to enable debugging. I go to your Web site, hit the link and try to download the app then a number pops up in the lower left corner of my nook. When I click on it I am told the file didn't download. Is this being blocked by BN? I have a SD card in place. I have used up my allotted 1 GB of spaceif this makes a difference.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
My website? sorry the only website i have is about tattoos lol, and if you're trying to download the app from the nook here i will attach the app for you.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ckevinwelch:
This might be the issue. Try getting up some space.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] Barb1492:
It still won't download to my Nook. I downloaded it to my computer and it won't open as I don't have a file associated with apk. I figured I would try to sideload the file.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ckevinwelch:
No, the loophole exists in the browser. You have to load through the browser to get access to the unknown sources setting.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] Sean Hicks:
flash

After rooting flash stopped working. Can someone help please???
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] Barb1492:
Trying to get into debugging

I am trying to root my Nook. I have tried to download different apk files on to my Nook they either won't download or open. I am told they are in an "unsupported format". Has anyone found a recent apk file that will let me load package installer to get into the debugging menu?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Make sure you'really still on 1.4.0 erase/deregister (wipe data/factory data reset) and try again.

Sent from XDA using one of my Android Toys :P
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] gambit0913:
quick question

hi folks, i have a quick question. i rooted my NT a month or so back, i dont remember the method I used but my tablet is still using v1.4.0 and i still sideload apps and such. Would i need to reroot it in light of the OTA updates?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Do you mean that if to be able to apply ota block you need to reroot answer is no, you're good to go. When its too late and the update take in then you have to use the "magic card" method to go back to stock fresh and then yes you will have to start from scratch rooting, blocking ota, etc.

Veronica

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[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] gambit0913:
Thanks Veronica!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ShadowTigerPK:
Hi,

I've rooted my NT following Indirect's instructions and everything looks good. I've installed the Go Launcher EX and everything is still set to defaults. (Of course, Indirect's steps include installation of HomeCatcher, and it's currently set to Go Launcher Ex by default when I press the Nook button.)

This is my first experience with Android, so maybe I'm just missing a click or gesture, but how do I pull up a task switcher (i.e. the equivalent of double-clicking the "Home" button on my iphone)?

Don't want anything fancy, just want to switch between "running" applications.

I thought maybe I needed to d/l an app, so I tried a couple, but if I had an app catching the nook button press, then I couldn't get back to my home screen without backtracking. (i.e. long press and double-click did nothing, with or without an app)

Thanks,

ST
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Hello @ShadowTigerPK welcome to NT forum, take a look to this post: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=21189638&postcount=374

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] mac4rfree:
Long press the home button (in this case n button) should get you the recently used applications. This is working in my android mobile.. but have not tried this in ma Nook though.. give it a try.. :)

btw chk out this app too...
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] SCClockDr:
@ShadowTigerPK

Long press of "n" button had no effect on my Nook Tab (HomeCatcher) but a long press of the "Home Button" presented from a "Button Savior" press will present the last 6 apps used.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] bigron1955:
Hi.. This is my first post here, yes I am a 'noob'! :)

I would first like to thank all the developers here for their hard work. I have successfully rooted my NT, and all is working well.

I did encounter some difficulty in getting the USB drivers installed though. I tried using USBDeview, and there were still some problems.

I found an alternate method for removing unused drivers from Windows 7, and I was surprised at how many existed on my system. After using this method, I had no difficulties whatsoever installing the USB drivers for Android.

The link is in the attached file.

Again, THANKS!! to all the developers who made this possible...:)
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] jamie_jermark:
installed 1st part on NT, 2nd part not working

Hi, I've installed the first part of rooting my NT. It worked just fine everything installed correctly. When I go to run the Zergy file it isn't pulling up my numbers so I can't move on. What do I need to do to fix this? I've tried it on several different computers and does the same thing.

PLEASE HELP!!!!!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Hello jammie did you watch the video provided in OP you need to check "Usb debugging" and un-check "Auto mount" after you install tgps_launcher.apk

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] jamie_jermark:
Veronica, yes I have done all of that and it still not working.....I'll try it again tonight when I get home. If that don't work do I need to retake it to stock and try again? IF so, What do I do? Sorry for all the questions, as you can tell I'm NEW!!!!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
No problem, if you want to start fresh again then do the following:

How to make a hard reset (factory system reset) - This reset will de-registers your device as well as erases all local content such as contacts, sideloaded documents, personal information, 4 digit passcodes, etc. and re-install necessary software.

After that try again and make sure that you have set your drivers well.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] jamie_jermark:
Rooted NT, now BN home screen won't work

I got my tablet to root and the market is working great. Now my BN home screen won't come up and can't use my nook to read. How do I fix that? Will I have to unroot and start over? Any info would be appreciated, Thanks!!!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] SCClockDr:
What method did you use, Indirect's or Snow-Ball?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] IcePick06:
I'm new here. trying to root my NT from a Macbook Pro running OS 10.4.6 and I'm having trouble getting ADB to recognize my device. It says USB debugging enabled on the NT after I

checked

both "USB debugging" boxes and

Unchecked

"Automount". However on the script I'm running courtesy of T-R-I-C-K's method it keeps saying "USB device not detected".

Any help with this? I'm a total noob when it comes to this stuff I'll admit so please post step by step instructions for solving this. Thanx in advance! :D
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] tamosaur:
Hi! I just got my Nook Tablet and rooted it right away using Indirect's method. It was a success.. YAY!

My issue now is that I did not choose a launcher during the rooting prompts so I'm still stuck with the default nook launcher.

Is there any way I could still set the default launcher to ADW? Can somebody please walk me through this? Thank you in advance!!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Off course you can just download it from android market and install

Sent from XDA using one of my Android Toys :P
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] tamosaur:
I was able to install it but whenever i press the nook "home" button, I am brought back to the nook default launcher. Is there any way I can have the launcher stay at ADW?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ckevinwelch:
Did you install Homecatcher or the modified SystemUI? The first is in dev and the second (my recommendation) is in apps.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ShadowTigerPK:
Thanks! That was in fact the task switcher I downloaded, and I want to keep it if I can get my buttons figured out. I'll give Veronica's suggestion a try and see if that does the trick.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Don't forget to backup your originals SystemUI and framework-res , copy them to your sdcard.

Sent from XDA using one of my Android Toys :P
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1438428

Veronica

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[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] tamosaur:
Thank you so much for your help, Veronica!

So I rooted w/ Indirect's method and I downloaded Titanium backup and I clicked Backup/Restore and selected DeviceManagerService 2.3.4.

However, my nook is still at 1.4.0 instead of 9.9.9 like I see other people saying it should be in order to block OTA. Am I supposed to select Freeze option?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Yes freeze then apply the restore and then unfreeze, finally reboot

Veronica

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[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
UPDATE!

ADDED A HOW-TO's SECTION AND UPDATED OP WITH NEW TIPS & TRICKS:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20774764&postcount=2
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] tamosaur:
When I try to to Freeze DeviceManagerService 2.3.4, I get an error: "Sorry, apps can be frozen/defrosted in the Donate version only."
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] albertwertz:
that's because freezing with TB requires purchased version
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ckevinwelch:
You do not have to freeze DeviceManager before restoring. I was able to do it just fine with the free version of TiBu.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] IcePick06:
I'm still having issues getting my ADB recognize my Nook Tablet from a Macbook Pro...can anybody help? The nook says "USB debugging connected" but the device

WILL NOT SHOW

up on my Mac's desktop! :confused:...:(

P.S. I'm trying to root here, any help is appreciated. Just in case nobody can figure this out...Anybody know how to root on a Mac if ADB won't work?
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ShadowTigerPK:
Hi,

I looked at Veronica's suggestion, but I don't want to change my "read book" button (I use it). Is there any way to just make the nook button act like the home button does in Button Savior (i.e. click once for home/launcher, long-click for recent applications)?

I have the SystemUI.apk from Indirect's root instructions installed. I had HomeCatcher installed before but I've uninstalled it (it didn't seem to make a difference).

Right now, if I click the nook button, it takes me home. If I double-click it or long-click it, nothing happens at all..

Thanks,

ST
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Im sorry i dont have a Mac to guide you, maybe try using another computer with windows at work, school , etc.

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
SystemUI.apk from Indirect's wont do what you want, but there is a SystemUI.apk that does it, you will need a version that "read book" hasn't been remapped to go to home but nook reader that is in apps and themes section, here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1415075

Veronica
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] ShadowTigerPK:
Thanks. I installed that one (by revcompgeek) but it didn't make a difference, still nothing with double or long click :(

Should I reset to Nook 1.4.0 defaults and start over, without Indirect's SystemUI.apk and without HomeCatcher?

Thanks!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
No need of reset, homecatcher can be uninstalled using an application and SystemUI can be replaced with a file explorer and fixing permissions. Reboot first if nada then post your problem in that thread or your request so someone can attach it for you.

Veronica

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[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] AdamOutler:
Why is darkquota getting credit for my team's server? I hosted that file and that was the inital location. however we removed that link because of an extreme amount of visitors crashed our server. We served 10+ Terrabytes in 6 days... This is why we redirected to another server in the first place. I say damn you darkquota!

I would prefer if you used this host here on XDA http://devftp.xda-developers.com/files/AdamOutler/NookTablet/acclaim_update.zip

Also, is there a reason you did not link to the original thread? http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1402190 I control all 3 links which people are downloading the acclaim_update.zip from.. It would be nice if you linked so I can do my server blancing act when it's required.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] dojik:
finally my nook tablet is here. I rooted it using linux root, installed gapps, some other soft and so on. but what about blocking OTA? It's included by default in the Windows Root, but not in Linux one.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] sackworks:
Hi, I have successfully rooted my NT using Indirect's method and have installed the Go Launcher. Most things seem to be working great, but a number of applications bring up the 'Force Close' window. These include Amazon Appstore and Gmail, plus some other less important ones. I'm thinking of reseting and starting again, but am wondering if anyone else as faced any similar issues?

Thanks!
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] AdamOutler:
Use NARS. It has more features.
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] lavero.burgos:
Hello Adam, there was a time that that file had an issue from goo-insideme.com and i found a post from @darkquota with an alternative link (he did not gave more details is why i did not give you credit, sorry about that) for download the same file which it wasn't the direct link from goo-insideme.com and worked for many users, so that is why i posted this here, but since you have updated the link then i will just remove that "TIP". Thank you for pointing out this, and thanks for all the hard work.

Edit: ahahaha got the post #100 of this thread lol and reached 1.000+ of total posts woot when did that happen? :D:D:D

Veronica :)
[Barnes & Noble Nook Tablet] fyrmd:
I rooted with indirects method, but for some reason google market will not recognize my device. What should I do?

Thanks!