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[LG Optimus Black] Poeta:
I do not remember if i exit Windows Enabler 1.1 first or I disabled the modem LG drives.

Perhaps the Windows Enabler isn't important.

Sorry for my bad english :P
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Your english is fine. But did you turn WinEnabler ON, or did you just open and close it?
[LG Optimus Black] Poeta:
- Open Windows enabler 1.1.exe (UPK),

- Choose Yes to give Administrative rights

- Windows Enabler shows in the tray

- Windows Enabler only have two options, "About" or "Quit"

- After plug the USB choose Quit.

After or before i disable the 2 LG modem drivers, i don't remenber what was the first step.

PS: I don't turn on (only click with the right button of the mouse and choose quit) ;)
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
No, it has 3 options ;) simply click it and it gets turned on :D
[LG Optimus Black] Poeta:
Yes, i see that and edit the post and put the "PS" :D

I think that the secret is disabling the "LG Virtual Modem" and "LG Android Platform USB Modem" in the Modem
[LG Optimus Black] repsaj9:
I cannot find LG Virtual Modem on my device manager, I only found the LGE Android Platform USB Modem. I'm running WinXP, btw.

So I disable that, run UnlockRoot but message "Failed to get shell root!" shows :( I updated to V20N Europe Open and trying to root it now.
[LG Optimus Black] Poeta:
Disable "LGE Android Platform USB Modem" and "LGE Virtual Modem"
[LG Optimus Black] mihaiolimpiu:
@Poeta: I managed to get root by fallowing the same method, I never used windows enabler or any other software while rooting, just started the laptop and plugged the phone in, and on windows 7 32 there is only "LGE Android Platfor USB Modem". Disabling that was enough for me! But, a lot of people reported back and said it doesn't work...

Why do you have LGE Virtual Modem? I didn't spotted that on my system... (I don't have LG tools installed... maybe that's why?)
[LG Optimus Black] pocketpc@portugalmail.pt:
Hello,

There is a new Unlock Root v.2.3 (07.02.2012).

SO: Windows XP (32 bit)

Tools: Unlockroot 2.3

Steps:

- Plug in USB cable

- Disable the LG Android Platform USB Modem

- Open Unlock root and Root

Message:

- Failed to get shell root!

WHAT IS THE PROBLEM????
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Couldnt find it neither :p
[LG Optimus Black] kostas_thess:
Same problem here . With 20N Greek :( i dont know why we cant root it :( sniff:confused::confused::confused:
[LG Optimus Black] BWP28:
do not work on my HH v20B :( . any suggestion ?
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Tried several combinations, on V20n europe open, but wouldnt wanna work. Maybe you guys will just flash back to V10a, with smartflash, root it with BlackJack and then install CWM and get any cust ROM onto your device ;)

And there is a rooting method for V20B already, just check here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1480392

can also be found in my firstpost ;)
[LG Optimus Black] Duarte777:
Blackjack or gingerbreak does not work with me on V20N, maybe superoneclick?

I apologize if this is repeated.
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
If you are new to a topic, pls always read the first post. It states: SOC doesnt work, just like GingerBreak, Blackjack, and so on... there still is no reliable procedure for this OS...
[LG Optimus Black] desirat:
SOC won't work either
[LG Optimus Black] mihaiolimpiu:
New ideea...

If you don't mind losing your data, there is always the option to flash the phones with the patched 20B firmware, that allows installation of superuser from SD card...

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1480392

I suggest root hungry users use this method, as of now, none of the methods used here are stable enough for 99% of users!

Back On topic:

Using a "virgin" USB port and disabling LG modem??! What has that in common? maybe, in addition to disabling only LGE android platform modem, we still need to disable something else? I came to this conclusion because sometimes, drivers are installed but are only fully functional until the first reboot? (the same is happening on windows resume with some devices - poor coding).

What are minimum requirements for ADB? What device has to be online? Somebody should try with only minimum required installed LG devices!
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Root for V20n is solved the same way, look at first post.
[LG Optimus Black] ObiDanKenobi:
Root V20N German

Hi, indeed by following the instructions here: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22304591&postcount=91, you can have a rooted V20N. I have rooted it myself and everything went smooth (of course i did a wipe data/factory reset -so I had to reinstall all the apps, restore contacts/sms/call logs).

Dan
[LG Optimus Black] nicosdroid:
it works well

Thanks to you danfizesan, your post works, my v20n is now rooted
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Seems like hardly anyone reads the first post, or the NOOB HOW TO... All posted in there as well :p
[LG Optimus Black] kostas_thess:
FInaly i used this method to do it :) It works like a charm . Thanks for this :)

+++ Best
[LG Optimus Black] mav744:
unlockroot on V20n with GRJ22 Works for me

Gesendet von meinem LG-P970 mit Tapatalk
[LG Optimus Black] marekdario:
I have the same version and don't function!!

Why?
[LG Optimus Black] mav744:
I have tried it for 2 Weeks ago, at that time it didnt work with the old Version of unlockroot. then i have rooted it by go back to v10 and installed Zeus and then I installed Later new Nova Rom. then i would install the New Nova Kernel for cm why in installed cm 7 and my phone was bricked. i Flasch it with smart Flash to v10 and unfortunally i Made a Upgrade to v20n via lg update Tool, so my phone was not rooted and nothing seems to work. than a New Version of unlockroot came Out and i read about it and give a try. i had nothing changed by the drivers or the enviroment, and it Works with the first attempt.

Gesendet von meinem LG-P970 mit Tapatalk
[LG Optimus Black] setupshift:
Which is better? [ROM] Marvel v0 / v1 - Gingerbread 2.3.4 v20N / v20b [Lite, Deodexed and Zipalligned] by

tantrums

or Root on V20B by

SnegovikRZN

.

Thanks and hoping for supportive feedback.
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Wrong topic... go to ob rom discussion thread pls.

You can also check out my noob how to, discussed it there as well ;-)
[LG Optimus Black] bpbp1289:
many thanks!
[LG Optimus Black] Arohdin:
In the V20N guide to root.

What does "volume + button" mean?

Does it mean Volume + G-button or Volume + Lock-Button?
[LG Optimus Black] Pondera:
Nope. It means the upper volume button. The one you use to increase the volume.

Volume "+" button : Up (increase)

Volume "-" button : Down (decrease)
[LG Optimus Black] Arohdin:
Haha, thanks. Tried everything except that ^^

But during this process, of the Root. You install another rom, right?
[LG Optimus Black] Pondera:
Yep. When you press that button and connect the phone to your PC, it enters SW (software) update mode. Then by following the steps exactly with the same order you get a rooted gingerbread. I've just done it myself yesterday.

But don't forget to back-up your apps, messages..etc.!! All the data will be lost after the procedure.
[LG Optimus Black] Arohdin:
Nice, are you considering to install: Hueeex (something) ROM?

'Cause I am
[LG Optimus Black] Pondera:
Well, everyone says it's a great rom, but i'll wait for the upcoming versions. If i'm not mistaken there are still minor bugs. May be after they are solved i don't know yet. I like customizing the phone myself better. Not like the professionals like Huexxx do. Simpler than that. Uninstalling useless apps, installing apps to my liking. custom launcher etc... Then use it.

But if you are into custom roms, you should try it. I know as a fact that Huexxx's rom is the best out here. At least for now it is. As i said i'll wait, i just flashed v20b. :)
[LG Optimus Black] Arohdin:
What does "copy it in root of your SD-cart!! DO NOT EXTRACT!!"

Root of SD-card = on sd card but no subfolder?
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Right. Just copy it onto your sd card, no subfolder. Then flash it. If you unpack it, you will no longer be able to flash it, since cwm only recognizes .zip files ;-) but guys pls stay on the topic. Rooting is the topic here...
[LG Optimus Black] vipyammer:
Root V20N

Hi all, completly new here...

Just read the topic http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22304591&postcount=91 how to root my LG Optimus Black P970

Is the described topic really working on my phone?

LG-P970-V20n

Android 2.3.4

Kernel 2.6.35

Build GRJ22

Netherlands (Europe)

With regards,

Vipyammer
[LG Optimus Black] Pondera:
It will not root your current rom. That method flashes a new patched ROM. So if you want root you should backup your data on the phone go with it...
[LG Optimus Black] TechnoFreaks:
this is very useful, i tried it, and it worked, thanks :)
[LG Optimus Black] vipyammer:
Working

Great and thanks. Just followed the procedure described in http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22304591&postcount=91 and all working... Great...

I did not used "13. Wipe all data/factiry reset" but again, all working. Installed "Superuser". Also started the app "Root Check Basic" and returned with the expected data: "Concratulations! The device has root access!"

So, whats next :) Any usefull tips/actions for my device P970?
[LG Optimus Black] Pondera:
Well, there is a lot... Look at the Optimus Black section of the forum. You'll find everything from basics to the advanced stuffs for pro's. But if you are looking for something specific, it never hurts to ask. But not in here those belong to Q/A section, in a related thread.
[LG Optimus Black] toofastturtle:
Full root?

Hello everybody,

first I want to thank the people who worked out the root procudure for the P970 device. Everything works as described after rooting, great! And the app "Root Check Basic" had confirmed the root status.

But I have one question about the rights of root. A installed app (adaway) wasn't be able to edit the /etc/hosts file even if it gets root access. Also editing on command line (terminal) - with su before - wasn't allowed.

I read something of S-ON and S-OFF on HTC devices. Exists the same problem on P970? If yes, how can I solve this?

Regards,
[LG Optimus Black] maludroid:
I wanted to check stock rooted V20N, is there any mirror of above?
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
You can either flash the repack of redy HERE, or this one via the guide given:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22304591&postcount=91
[LG Optimus Black] maludroid:
Thanks, but you should not advise redy's repack, since its messed (with all regard to redy2006). I just wanted to pick up your nandroid backup (easiest applying). But, hey... wasn't that me writing couple of days ago?

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22741148&postcount=50

;)
[LG Optimus Black] repsaj9:
hi guys, i was able to successfully root stock LG ROM (V20N Europe).

it's a combination of the steps from this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1473781

and this one

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1512203

downloaded the stock KDZ file first before starting the whole process. the idea basically is to inject CWM while running the LG mobile support tool (assuming you are updating firmware version). once you have CWM then you just flash superuser through it :)

if you are already using V20N then process is still the same, also I think this could work with any V20* version. try it if you want...
[LG Optimus Black] Simbo_:
hey guys, hope I`m right here...

i have a problem. I rooted my phone (V20) with the link of Nooby's How-to.

Everything passed well, i could enter CWM. Then i clicked on Wipe all data, then Install from SD-card or something, then Reboot phone.

I just found the phone in the right status as before, no Superuser app, no Factory reset done.

Did i fail flashing superuser, or Factory reset?

sorry but i've never rooted a phone, don't really know what i did wrong..:o:confused:

Thanks in advance!
[LG Optimus Black] jithinjay:
finally black GB rooted

was tired of looking for how to root the v20e rom..:(

now rooting optimus black gb was never so easy...

did wat was said in the link ...http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=22304591&postcount=91

worked like a charm..

:D
[LG Optimus Black] rodga:
thank you

tried most of the ways to root but it never worked

this method has finally worked
[LG Optimus Black] Lord.Vulkanus:
Lg p970 v20s

Hi,

I have tried lots os stuff to do Root to this mobile LG P970 V20S Portugal.

Anyone can help me doing this root.

I have tried:

Gingerbreak 1.20

SuperOneClickv2.3.3-ShortFuse

Unlock Root 2.3.1

And none do a rootable sucessefuly to my mobile.

I disable the LG modem too and others stuff, but withou sucesse.

Thks for any help.

Best Regards :good:
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Read my noob how to (signature). There in post 3 is a how to root it on your own. Then you should have root.
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
Never disable the platform usb modem. that's what makes the device being recognized by lg softwares (others also) and PCs
[LG Optimus Black] Lord.Vulkanus:
Thank you, I follow your tutorial, And so far it everything ok.

But I haven saw a video that tells me that bin/fls its like this:

10. Choose

AP

file: [PATCHED]V20O_DEU.bin

11. Choose

CP

file: V20O_DEU.fls

You have wrote:

10. Choose CP file: [PATCHED]V20O_DEU.bin

11. Choose AP file: V20O_DEU.fls

----------------------------

Other question, wish means

15. Flash Superuser.zip

Thanks a lot.

Best regards.

---------- Post added at 08:17 PM ---------- Previous post was at 08:08 PM ----------

Thank you for the tips :good: ;)
[LG Optimus Black] eddyabc 1:
SFT?
[LG Optimus Black] Lord.Vulkanus:
Thank you for the help.

The first time when I use the dd command in linux didn´t work very well.

I have flash the V20S_00.kdz with B_SmartFlashTool_Extern.exe and the recovery-clockwork-touch-5.8.1.3-p970.img was correctrly integrated.

Now I have seen the CWD and do the point 14. Flash Superuser.zip

Thank you,,,

Now I have my mobile rooted :laugh: :victory:
[LG Optimus Black] mirujack41:
one noob question guys....if i use UnlockRoot.....will it be rooted forever?

i mean if i Load Factory Default...will it still in Rooted state or it will go back to Unroot state? :fingers-crossed:
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
root can't be lost until "/system" is overridden or busybox uninstalled. factory reseting doesn't affect that dir
[LG Optimus Black] mirujack41:
is there anyway to unroot it? :D
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
of course, remove busybox and superuser, done. but I'm not sure if this is right, since this manipulation itself needs root access : D. but it should do it, because of the mount of /system will be lost after a reboot (need confirmation by an expert..)
[LG Optimus Black] Vicntc:
I've rooted and flashed numerous devices (Samsung, HTC, HP Touchpad) and this LG is by far the most frustrating.

When I check the phone, it says LG-P970g-v20i

I have seen references here to v20b and v20n but nothing (yes, I searched) referring to v20i. I've read this thread and I am hoping someone can provide or point me to a simple method to Root this device. I'm fine with flashing after that.

Thanks,
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
You can install any version via smartflash. Just use kdz converter and inject cwm, then flash superuser.zip. look into my noob how to, for further information ;)
[LG Optimus Black] maniAK-:
Maybe this was why the gingerbread update came so late as the service providers have tried to make it unrootable as possible so that their spambloatware crap will stay :D
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Well i dont know if he really made it... Are you sure he didnt use redy's repack? cant see the version of GB anywhere like v20N and also cant see kernel at those pics...

If it really is V20N, why does it take so long to upload the nandroid? I would LOVE to get it :D

Oh and anyone already postet to ur forum what he should so go ahead and upload the files fast PLS!

Just take these files:

system.ext3.tar

boot.img

recovery.img

Zip them or pack them otherwise and upload it to a host like http://multiupload.com/ ;)

-edit-

what I forgot, of course post the link of the uploaded file here somewhere :D

Just saw u copied my post here ^^

And if I am wrong somewhere, correct me pls...
[LG Optimus Black] Orcusen:
Hello ... I will try to answer it at all. (Sorry for my English)

This user is NOVICE on these issues and does not connect much.

At the moment these are the data we have from him. (We are waiting for you to install some application and permit root to end to confirm it.).

He has not installed the REDY because he was not known when he told us about the ROOT.

Once we have asked the files hang them as soon as possible so that ye may be able to work with.

The files you need to climb are:

system.ext3.tar ---> I have my doubts .... system.ext3.tar or system.ext4.rar??

boot.img

recovery.img

Thanks for everything. We hope that everything that we said our friend is not his mistake.

GREETINGS!
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
It's systemext4.tar, sorry my fault...

But he can also simply zip all files he has got, but then we will also have his data... but if he doesn't mind that and the extra size of the file, he can upload them all ;)

otherwise as stated before take

sytemext4.tar, boot.img, recovery.img

zip them or pack em otherwise and upload it and post the link to the file.

He can also register in the forum here, so we can directly contact him, or he can contact us then easier ;)

dont hesitate to add me in facebook and ask there, link to my profile is:

http://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100001342832831

I can also control his PC via teamview and do the packing and uploading myself if he wants me to :)

Apreciate ur help so far man :D

-edit-

I was corrected and it really should be systemext3.tar look at post of redy...
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
I'm looking at that now...

edit 1 : this utility uses 1 exploit named "rootutility" which by its file size, seems to be different of all other exploits I have. Let's play with adb...

edit 2 : seems to be a zergrush derivative, no chances
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
@Ilko: Looking at what? :)
[LG Optimus Black] redy2006:
LG stock are using ext3, but my repackage already formatted ext4. So if it's real V20N, the nandroid-backup should be ext3 partition.

---------- Post added at 03:16 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:15 PM ----------

Won't work, trust me ;):p
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
unortunately yes.... according to returned values, it seems to be zergrush based. no chances.
[LG Optimus Black] Orcusen:
Sorry, I put ext4 I looked into my backups to verify the files that are needed.

Do not know if that says it is ext3 or ext4 root.

Now it seems to be ON in the forum but no answers.

As I say I know something.
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
I made it!!!

Enable debugging mode

Plug in USB cable

Turn on USB storage mode

open UnlockRoot

click root

REBOOT and DONE! :D

Sometimes the solution can be soooo easy :D
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
are you sure ? checked ?
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Will post pics soon, but pls confirm :D
[LG Optimus Black] donjamal:
failed to get shell root
[LG Optimus Black] dxdiag32:
now it's your turn dude :p

install cwm and make a nandroid backup plz .we all desire it :D
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Here u can see my success :D

Ill do a nandroid now, but attention, I played around in secret menu a bit... hope I didnt mess it up :p
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
lol

can we use another dir than /data/local/tmp ?
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
Tried and failed

"failed to get shell access"

Wish i could do something to aid you all
[LG Optimus Black] donjamal:
i got this too
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Nandroid is coming, gimme 10-15 minutes pls ;)

Oh and btw did u just pull down the bar and click on USB connected and then Turn on USB storage?

Anyway i am uploading right now :)
[LG Optimus Black] donjamal:
but why i got failed to get shell root message? maybe cuz ive tried several methotds? need a fresh install or what?
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
tried that, but it gets turned off via unroot pc program once I click root
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Mine was turned off as well, but it definitly worked, u'll see and I will try to redo it, so I can make a guid ;)
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
this is impossible because enabling storage mode makes debugging unusable
[LG Optimus Black] dxdiag32:
anyway,no matter how you do it ,all we want is a nandroid backup~:D GO GO GO !couldn't wait :p
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Worked for me and as I said, I will try to redo it, after i reset my phone and post the guid then... worked for me and nandroid is coming, if it wasnt possible, how would i get nandroid?
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
it's easy by modifying some files and then showing a fake gingerbread :D
[LG Optimus Black] Mick2K:
I don't believe you. Look! I can make the same Pictures.
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Test it and believe me then... I made it believe it or not ;) anyone surely can look into the files and proof its V20N original!

ZIP REMOVED since it was the wrong one
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
Will try this out.

A guide for your method would also be a lot of help.

Cheers!
[LG Optimus Black] Irochk:
I tried the way you described above and it doesn't seems to work for me.:(
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
believing you or not is not the problem, how the damn did you do that while storage mode was ON ?? that is the problem
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
I just factory resetted phone and try to redo it, will post in first post then if I made it again ;)

And as soon, as anyone tested it, pls proof it here :)
[LG Optimus Black] Orcusen:
We're looking forward!

2 days I've been trying with this program and nothing :-(
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
Have downloaded the back up, am unsure how I use it though, any help?
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Which version do u have installed then? CM? Look further down in my picture, u can see V20N and kernel version...
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
since it's a backup, see it as a ROM. flash it under a stock froyo in recovery
[LG Optimus Black] agent205:
copy the folder into /sdcard/clockworkmod/backup/

and don't rename anything

then restore via cwm
[LG Optimus Black] Mick2K:
The 20b unofficial repack. It has full Root and works fine.
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
thanks

is it best to do a hard reset, reflash with 20n, then install clockwork mod and then nandroid backup?
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
Root persists after factory reset? how can I remove it then?
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
need to flash a fresh firmware with r&d
[LG Optimus Black] agent205:
but i need a clarification here

it's a folder named with date right ? and it's confirmed a nandroid backup right ?

if yes,i think my step is right

cuz i haven't download it yet :D

yes,a full wipe always needed when flashing a new rom
[LG Optimus Black] quyTam:
someone already test n00by backup ? (I'm downloading it right now)
[LG Optimus Black] dxdiag32:
seems reflash is easier to do
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
am trying to do it, but clockwordmod ROM Manager v4.8.1.2 wont work without root

so so confused right now
[LG Optimus Black] Ilko:
as I said, flash it under a stock froyo rooted and with the CWM
[LG Optimus Black] dxdiag32:
you may need flash froyo that can be root first :D
[LG Optimus Black] agent205:
you need to restore from another rooted rom the

try to go back to froyo or try to root it harder :D
[LG Optimus Black] N00BY0815:
But then u have V20B at the end as u should be able to see and i think another kernel, but in my pic it's different and I am too much N00B to cook my own version anyway ;)

Anyone tried it yet?

And how do I unroot my device? To try it again...
[LG Optimus Black] loggy02:
Ha, thank you all for the replies.

So my plan is -

Reflash 10E kdz, root, then use cwm with the nandroid backup i have just downloaded
[LG Optimus Black] Kraaz:
Downloaded,

fresh installed froyo 10e,

rooted and nstalled CWM with Ilko's UPK

copying to sd/clockwork/backup Nooby's zip.

then i try to install via recovery.

CWM start install and failed saying instalation aborted.

or i am doing something wrong ?
[LG Optimus Black] Orcusen:
Has anyone else managed to ROOT in 20n?

As we know if 20n or a fake?

I think you have to install from FROYO cmw ... and so load the backup.