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[Nexus 7 Android Development] no6969el:
Just got done reading the entire thread searching for how to do a COMPLETE backup of my apps and the data contained within before unlocking bootloader.

I see we can backup apps.. but will that have ALL my offline google music data, and what about all the data contained within the apps? I just want to know because one thing with android is Im tired of loosing all my application settings and Game progress.. Does this back that up?

Also what options work concerning backup that you can do BEFORE you root/unlock boot loader etc..??
[Nexus 7 Android Development] AlanB412:
Well I resolved my softbrick issue... I'm not sure why my N7 kept freezing up last night whenever I tried flashing system.img, but when I tried it again this morning through adb it worked perfectly. I don't think it's a toolkit problem though, as my N7 would freeze up even when I tried to do it through adb last night as well. Perhaps the N7 is just really temperamental when it comes to flashing such a large partition as that one.

No problem, glad to help

I can't speak to whether this toolkit will backup app data, but I personally use ES File Explorer to back up all my apks when I'm go to flash a new rom. I'm fairly certain that apk backup is the furthest extent you can go to without root access or an unlocked bootloader.

As for data backup, some people swear by Titanium Backup, but I find it tedious and unreliable at times. especially with data restoration. You can also try MyBackup Root which is free on the market, once again I find this one a bit temperamental when it comes .

My favorite option though is this new app called App2Zip which is also free in the Play Store; it makes a flashable zip of whatever apps you choose, INCLUDING THEIR DATA AND GAME PROGRESS. Then you can just flash that on through recovery right after you install a new ROM and all your settings will be right back to how you had them, including your games. It's worked very reliably for me, you should give it a shot.

I warn you though, App2Zip takes a long time making that flashable zip depending on how many apps you put in it. I mean like 10-30 minutes long. So I recommend just using it for apps that have game progress data, or settings you don't want to have to recalibrate again. Apps like Pandora or Notepads and such I would just backup the apk's onto your desktop or memory card and reinstall normally.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] no6969el:
Thank you for your response, I use titainium on my Galaxy SII and I love it.

With the tablet I downloaded a TON of my google music so that I do not have to always be tethered when I am in my car, so I just want to make sure that is backed up.

I can say right now if you back up all system/user apps w/data (backup option 1) on the nexus toolkit then it WILL NOT backup the google music cache. I know this because my backup is just under 1.5 gb and my music collection alone is 5gbs.

Is there anyway to backup my google music offline music BEFORE ROOT? Everything else is solvable via app backup, but not that.

BTW you got a "thanks"
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
Have you tried downloading and flashing it again?

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
I did a quick google search and the same problem has happened across different devices which means it isnt a problem related to the ToolKit at least.

The most relevant link I found was *THIS* one which isnt for the google nexus 7 but had the same problem.It seems there may be a problem relating to the usb mass storage driver for the nexus 7. According to the thread the best thing to try is to go into the Device Manager and uninstall the usb mass storage driver for the nexus 7 with the device plugged in. Windows should then detect it and reinstall the correct driver.

Try this and then try flashing the google rom again and see if it works.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kn0wsk1ll:
i like how my question just got overlooked :( anyways i got it to work and donated to get latest version. now rooted. thanks for the toolkit.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] edbertin:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Search is your best friend. It was told many times in this thread how to root.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] hunterx82:
Steps for upgrading versions? I am rooted to 4.2.1 with no mod, using stock. Do I just follow the steps from the beginning to upgrade? Do I have to reset counters or anything like that?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] lolthrash:
hi mate,

you never replied to my PM re: donating for the toolkit.

I donated a while ago but the code was sent to my paypal email address (which I can't access), so I need it sent to my current email address.

Please PM me and I'll give you the details.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Hydro8:
Hi

I want to flash back stock rom with this toolkit.

I boot on fastboot and use option 9 in toolkit. Everything work fine and when i try to boot i don't pass google logo :( I don't have error message during flash.

Someone know how to fix that ?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Leonhan:
Have you waited a little bit? It takes quite some time for the initial boot.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] zarthan:
Can someone help me identify the email with the unlock code? The subject of the email should work, or the domain.

Thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] hunnymonster:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Gmail.com.... The same address as you donated to in Paypal if I remember rightly.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] zarthan:
Thanks.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] stickplayer:
Sigh. I have this problem where no fastboot works with ADB, because in fastboot mode, the Nexus is not recognized. I figured it had to be this but... I have no such directory as "extras/google" - I just downloaded and installed the full SDK, but under "extras", there is only an "Android" directory. So I found copies elsewhere, including my fully updated Nexus7 toolkit directory.

It already had the D001 entry as composite. It also had an entry for the MI_01, but this was tagged %GoogleNexus7ADBInterface%, not %CompositeAdbInterface%.

So I added the one missing entry (MI_01) for composite.

And... ok, so now what? It is in the file. I can't install it (windows says "The INF file you selected does not support this method of installation".

So... as this was from the Nexus 7 toolkit, I ran that, reinstalled the drivers there.

Plugged the Nexus in, FASTBOOT mode and.. Voila! It does recognize. Thanks so much!

---------- Post added at 03:56 PM ---------- Previous post was at 03:31 PM ----------

Well... not quite. It did work. Once. Then a reboot and back to fastboot and... once again, it says the device can't start, has an exclamation mark by the device, blah blah. Tried reinstalling the same inf that just worked -- now it doesn't.

Apparently, whatever the signature is for the newest Nexus7's, it may actually change after certain operations are done. Right now, it definitely is no longer matching what it matched minutes ago.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] stickplayer:
NVM - message board posted this at end, even though it was in reply to specific comment.

---------- Post added at 06:30 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:27 PM ----------

Yet, I had the problem of fastboot being unrecognized, using the supplied drivers. Edited the INF to add these two lines, updated drivers to the edited version, and works better (about 60% of the time, fastboot now recognized, as opposed to 0% before).

So there's something amiss.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] toygixxer69:
I just update my Nexus to 4.2.2 and i'm trying to root it, but even after updating this Toolkit V4.0.0...... Android 4.2.2 (JDQ39) is not listed on the menu. Am i running this wrong? I've even downloaded the 4.4.2 zip file and had overwrited it in the Toolkit folder.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
Found bug and fixed. Both custom recovery methods were set to TWRP by accident but it has been reset to cwm recovery now. Hopefully starting work on the next public build soon so I will push an Auto Update with the fix and then add it to the public version when its built.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
What is the version number of the Toolkit at the top? Currently only the Auto Update version 4.3.5 supports Android 4.2.2 although you can still use the public build perfectly fine with it as long as you update the adb/fastboot files as you have already done.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Leonhan:
Just use 4.2.1, it will work.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] x51_forever:
Stuck in fastboot mode unlocked, and pressing start gives "booting failed". Restart bootloader brings me back to fastboot. Recovery mode also gives "booting failed", but I can turn off, and I can return to fastboot mode using the 3 button press.

Backgound: I received a refurb 16 gb 7 wifi yesterday with 4.1.2, and it needed your rooting to get it to accept a new OTA upgrade. Installed toolkit, donated, upped to 4.3.5 and rooted successfully. Problem happened when I tried option 9 to get a fresh copy of 4.2.2 onto the device. Downloaded jdq39 fine, and started the flashing process fine, but at the point the kit returned to the menu the 7 was supposed to go into google android setup. It remained frozen at fastboot. Trying to start it resulted in the error "booting failed"

Maybe I should have let OTA work?

How do I get beyond this error and get out of fastboot?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] x51_forever:
I retried 2 more times, and the third time it worked. The place where it got locked up was at the end of the 3 screenshots I took at this last time. Nexus 7 was stuck locked in fastboot mode. Today its unlocked with 4.2.2 loaded. Thanks guys....

Totally working now....
[Nexus 7 Android Development] tommykwan222:
hi, where to download the newest Nexus 7 toolkit 4.3.5?

thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Download V4.0.0, then donate, and then it'll auto-update itself.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] lightson:
downloaded and instantly donated...

now my 4.2.2 nexus is rooted in its 1st day :D
[Nexus 7 Android Development] martintzvetomirov:
My Nexus 7 updated a week ago and I lost my root. Now I'm trying to get it back.

I donated and have the latest version of the toolkit. I'm using Win 8 64 bit

I am trying to restore the custom recovery. I choose Flash Clockworkmod Touch Recovery 6.0.2.3 and that's it :(

If I then type in "no", the Toolkit gets stuck in Waiting for adb Mode

If I put my N7 in fastboot and then run the Toolkit again and type in "yes" at the same screen, it gets stuck in "waiting for device".

Any debug mode I can enable so I can get more info why it is not working? Thanks!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
Have you read all the items in the FAQ in post#2 as it contains lots of things to try to get your device recognized and how to install drivers manually. You can also try a different usb port or cable.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nolimit06:
Not sure what I am missing but everytime I try to flash a factory image from Google the app crashes. Just says appcrash then closes.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
Try following this youtube video on fixing appcrash in windows.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dEr0zVVNFQI

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] martindesu:
A bit of a dumb question, no doubt, but is 4.2.2 not available for the Nexus 7 yet? If it is, and I install from elsewhere, can I root using this toolkit?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] edbertin:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Yes
[Nexus 7 Android Development] martindesu:
Thanks, just did it. Will donate later.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nolimit06:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

I love this app and it makes things a breeze. I donated and its worth every penny. I do have one request... Is it possible to change the factory images host from goo.im to the Google servers? Goo is so slow and even times out sometimes. I have a 50Mbps connection so I know its not me :)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
You can easily download the factory images from googles servers if you wish and just copy them to the flashing folder in the toolkit but the main reason I put everything on goo.im is that google delete older images when a new version is released so links become invalid and builds cannot be flashed anymore. Having them at goo.im means I can control everything and I know the builds will be available for anyone who needs them.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Xda2013:
problems going back to stock

I really need help. because of rooting my 4.2.1 version, stock update to 4.2.2 won`t run. So i decided to go back to stock & unroot. Tablet goes into fastboot but now i m stuck on "sending system" since half an hour.

any ideas ??

many thx in advance.

cheers xda 2013
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Xda2013:
..works !!!

:)

older Version works !!!

... reliefed ;)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] UberSlackr:
It says there is an Update, but never says where to download..

Goo.im link in OPs sig only provides the 4.0.0 download. Same for OPs website.

Where do we get the Updated version, since the OP failed to update this thread.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] hunnymonster:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

As has been the case since the very beginning: the donators version is updated more regularly than the free. If you want the most up to date version, donate.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] stormy_gale:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Removed - wrong forum
[Nexus 7 Android Development] hazard1nc:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

So since using this with my nexus 7, I have been having system crashes rebooting my system almost every half hour to hour... Anyone else 4.2.2 having same issues or is there a known fix or issue?

I have many devices, am a beta tester in captivate glide forum section, but first time ever really working with a boot loader lock before..
[Nexus 7 Android Development] PVL_93_RU:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

You've probably done something wrong
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Robin2:
So this toolkit has become practically useless for people that are not able to donate (like me). No support for the latest 4.2.2 firmware.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] edbertin:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Search is your friend, tooolkit non donate version will work on 4.2.2
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
You can update the adb/fastboot files from the zip in the first post and the toolkit will work fine on 4.2.2 just select the latest version available. I will be updating the public versions of all the Nexus Toolkits in the next week.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
ASUS NEXUS 7 TOOLKIT AUTO UPDATE V4.3.7 [19TH MARCH 2013] AVAILABLE!!

Changelog:

+Updated SuperSu [root] files to V1.25 for all root procedures

+Updated TWRP Touch Recovery to 2.4.4.0

+Fixed Toolkit not Auto Updating properly from Toolkit Settings section

+Added text in drivers section about disabling Driver Signature Enforcement

+Fixed several bugs I encountered after the last run of tests

+Fixed TWRP Recovery booting when CWM Recovery is chosen

+Added text in Model Selection screen to support new builds when available

For people who do not want or cannot get the Auto Update versions you can download 4.2.2 from http://goo.im/devs/mskip/stock and flash it via the Toolkit. You can download TWRP 2.4.4.0 from http://goo.im/devs/mskip/recovery/google_nexus7 and flash it via the Toolkit. You can also update the adb/fastboot files for 4.2.2 by downloading http://goo.im/devs/mskip/toolkit/adb_fastboot_files_for_4.2.2.zip and overwriting the files. SuperSU can be updated to the latest version from the app.

[Auto Updates are only accessible if you have donated to the Toolkit project, received an activation code and unlocked the professional features. Auto Updates are a much faster and easier way of pushing small updates that would otherwise not be worth doing. I can push a single textual change or add support for a new build without having to go through the whole process of building a full version and uploading a large file. IF you are not able to or do not want to donate to unlock the Auto Update feature (and other professional features) then all the smaller updates are collated and a full build made when I have time or if there are enough updates to warrant it. This is the easiest way to make sure all the Toolkits are as up to date as possible. IF you have any views about this please pm me about them and do not post in the open thread]

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Ramer:
The changelog says twrp recovery has been added, when I select 15 -> 2 -> 5 to do a nanoid backup it says coming soon and pressing 5 doesn't do anything?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
The changelog does say TWRP Recovery has been added but you are talking about the NAND backup procedure in TWRP format which I am still working on adding to the Nexus Toolkits.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Mahdi786:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Which downloads are for grouper?

Edit: I got it Nakasi
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Jolest:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

@mskip: Does the TWRP recovery installed by the toolkit have the multiboot-support extensions or is that a separate version?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Robin2:
That's great news! Thanks, Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] thechints:
Hello Everyone,

Sorry, am gonna be a knoob and ask ahead (at the risk of being slated for not reading through the thread or using search)

To root the N7, I WILL need to unlock the device first which would involve DELETING everything. Right?

Took me 5 days to get my tab just the way I wanted it, launchers, app settings, loads of pictures, and 5 GB of music etc., etc.

Is there anyway (like they had on Note N7000) where the device can just be rooted and nothing is really deleted (oooops)?

My fault I should have rooted Day1. What was I thinking.

Thanks. Help much appreciated.

EDIT:

Am on 4.2.2 (JDQ39)

Have downloaded the toolkit and the latest ADB files as well...
[Nexus 7 Android Development] edbertin:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

With TBP (titanium backup pro - you can back the apps to after deletion you can restore it). Music if is stored on emulate sdcard will be fine.

And yes to unlock your bootloader to root will delete all apps and settings on system you did before.

Ps.: you should did that on day one ;)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] thechints:
I know, what was I thinking. Been on a rooted Note N7000 for more than a year and been flashing crazy Custom ROMs.

Guess I was so excited that I starter using it instead of doing the right thing first ;-P

Unfortunately, music and photos are stored on 'SDCard' itself within the system created Pictures and Music folder (smartass!!!!)

Well, I guess it would have to be a Sunday afternoon job I guess then :) Will use Titanium/Carbon and then take the backup folders on the PC (assuming its gonna wipe out the backup folders too)

ALSO:

I've installed the 4.0.0 Toolkit and downaloded the 4.2.2 ADB drivers (files) and overwritten in the Toolkit folder.

(I had made sure the device was not connected, had killed adbtoolkit process as well)

Despite that, on opening the toolkit, it does not shoe 4.2.2 build in YOUR BUILD screen. Only shows upto 4.1.2. Any help around that?

Thanks.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mphoneclinic:
@thechints did you get your bootloader unlocked? if so how? thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] thechints:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

No. Haven't done anything yet. Only installed the toolkit on the PC yet.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] hamiksu:
skipsoft.net down?

I cant log in to donate
[Nexus 7 Android Development] the new:
me too , i can't donate lol :confused:
[Nexus 7 Android Development] chantas:
When I download the adb_fastboot files for 4.2.2 and extract them to the directory where toolkit is installed (overwriting the others) its suposed to show the android version 4.2.2 on the list when I execute Toolkit?

Tks!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] elwilson4:
No. You will not see version 4.2.2 in the toolkit. The only thing you updated was the fastboot and adb files. This allows you to use the toolkit with the new ADB security in 4.2.2. Just select the newest version in the toolkit.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] :
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Struggling with the toolkit too. I am pretty sure I have installed the drivers correctly on my windows 8 laptop but my nexus doesn't appear on devices in toolkit. On 4.2.2. Any help please?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] KingPrincess:
What option do I choose to flash the newest radio to?

1. boot

2. bootloader

3. cache

4.recovery

5. system

6. userdata

I totally figured out which one was for the bootloader.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] :
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

Any help please? I have tried reading through page 1 again. I think drivers are installed as computer recognises device and I can transfer files etc.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] djdarkknight96:
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

You have debugging enabled on the tablet settings? Also try while plugged in to the computer turn off debugging then back on and see if it detects it. I use "abd devices" to make sure it's detecting correctly.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
I was just about to post an Update but after seeing this post I have just added the Radio option to the image flashing section as it was originally for the Wifi version of the Nexus 7. Now uploading the update to V4.3.9 but if you dont have the Auto Update feature you can just open a Command Prompt from the main menu and type:

fastboot-toolkit flash radio folder_in_toolkit_where_image_is\image.img

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] :
Re: [Google Nexus 7 TOOLKIT V4.0.0] Drivers, Backup, Unlock, Root, CWM, Flash + MUCH

I only got my nexus last week and only really familiar with flashing my own Samsung galaxy s with Odin and cwm. Sorry for the numpty question but what is adb devices software? An app or PC software? Is it in toolkit? Thanks