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[Nexus 7 Android Development] mvmacd:
Just wanted to say thanks for this tool @OP.

However it did not entirely work for me. I first unlocked the bootloader, then I installed CWM recovery. Then I told it to root, but after it rebooted and said "waiting for ADB," it would not move on, even though adb was already enabled in my N7's settings.

So I googled "superuser cwm zip" and downloaded, pushed, then flashed in CWM, and I am rooted. However, I upgraded to SuperSU, I personally like it better than superuser!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] stephenw10:
First off this toolkit worked like a dream, thanks!

By way of feedback I too found I couldn't boot into CWM recovery from the fastboot menu, just hangs at the Google screen. Obviously this a problem for flashing potentially unstable ROMs. I used the 1-clicck option.

However I also found that it will boot into it if connected to a computer. Seems very odd. Some sort of battery status check?

Steve

Edit: Hmm, my sig seems a bit old!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Cyanidex00:
I downloaded/installed the tool-kit. Took me all of about 3-5 minutes to root the tablet.

Will definitely be donating when I get paid.

Thanks!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] marsexpress:
Fantastic work, thanks.

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[Nexus 7 Android Development] Itaintrite:
Just want to say that this worked great. Did everything it promised to do.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Waynehead69:
Nexus 7 Project

Hey Skip, it worked flawlessly. Thanks!

I would like to donate a few $$. What is your paypal address. Thanks again
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
If you wish to donate the best way is through the ToolKit so I know what you are donating for and can add you to the right circle. If you cant do that then let me know and I will pm you my paypal email address.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] howsleyd:
How long should it take to do the Nandroid process? I selected option 2 for Nandroid and it has been on pulling files to PC for over 10 minutes now. It looks like it pulled 2 files but just sitting there now and the little cursor is still blinking. Is this normal? I'm afraid to stop it and bork something.

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Nevermind I think it is working. If I go into the backup directory on my PC, it looks like the data.ext4.tar file is getting bigger if I refresh it, it is just taking awhile since it is 2 GB in size.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] wasnt:
I'm doing option #4 (Root Your Tablet) and I get the message seen below.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] tariq_devil:
i unlocked the bootloader and rooted my Nexus 7, i installed the CWM recovery too and busy box. But i am not able to see busybox in my apps section and not even SuperSu, can you plz tell whats the issue? and how do we boot in CWM recovery?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] fluidsc:
Thank you for this fantastic toolkit. I usually do most of this from the command-line, but after reading through this thread I figured I would give this a shot. I have not tried the "one-click root" feature of this, but everything works flawlessly. In the economy I live in, I am a paycheck-to-paycheck kind of guy, but you earned a small bit of mine this week. Donating on Wednesday.

Thanks so much for this :)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kendallc123:
To boot into recovery, I use Rom Toolbox. You can use the Quick Boot app or Rom Manager for example.

Kendall
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
I googled this a long time ago when someone came to me with a similar problem and it crops up a few times when flashing or booting image files (not just with my toolkit). Nooone has ever posted a definitive solution to this problem apart from saying to wait a while and try again. It may be linked to something happening on the pc or the phone that stops the procedure but it usually resolves itself if you are patient.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ws2112:
I can't seem to flash any recovery to the tablet. I've tried CWM, TWRP and flash stock but whenever I try to boot into recovery, the tablet just shows an android with it belly opened and an exclamation mark. I rooted and unlocked already, btw. :(
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Krunk_Kracker:
Press power + both volume buttons to boot into bootloader. Hold them for about 15 seconds.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Davoss:
Thank you for the tip, but also nothing happens.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
I will be adding support for Nexus 7 3G devices in the next few days if possible.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
Google Nexus 7 Toolkit Auto Update V3.8.2 [14th Nov 2012] Ready!!

Changelog:

+Fixed unroot zip file not copying to device

+Fixed unroot zip file not unrooting the device (system mount point was set wrong)

+Added SuperSU 0.98 by Chainfire for Rooting JellyBean 4.2 (ONLY USE SUPERSU FOR ROOTING 4.2)

+Blocked rooting 4.2 with Superuser until it is updated

+Added comprehensive 'Information/Help Section' within Toolkit (WELL WORTH A READ)

+Added many minor edits relating to JellyBean 4.2 stability

Ok I think I got everything covered this time. The Toolkit will disable Superuser root method if Android 4.2 was selected at the start. Once ChainsDD updates Superuser for compatibility with the new MultiUser feature I will reenable it as an option but for now SuperSU is best. I have added as much security into the Toolkit to block errors but lets see if someone manages to do it anyway.

The Toolkit will now fully root 4.2 properly although root only works on the main user account and is disabled for other users. You can read more about this *HERE* in Chainfires thread (many thanks to him).

I have also added all the Frequently asked Questions from post#2 into a new Information/Help Section in option23 from the Main Menu. Most problems can be found there with possible answers so now everything you need is truly within the Toolkit :)

Enjoy.

I must appologise to people who can't use the Auto Update feature and are feeling a bit left out of the loop. I have 7 Toolkits to add 4.2 support to and I am working flat out to make as many users as possible happy but as soon as this wave of chaos is over I can sort everyone out. Thank you all for being patient and not complaining in the thread.

Also to people who have donated and not received any code yet I will sort you all out tonight now that V3.8.2 is done.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Stransky:
@mskip

Thank you for a brilliant and very functional Toolkit.

Just upgraded my Nexus 7 to JB 4.2 and used the kit to re-root and install CWM Touch recovery. Just to keep you informed I did not need to go back to the 4.1.1

firmware, the installation went perfectly well on the new firmware.

Stransky
[Nexus 7 Android Development] RuuddieBoy:
Actually, how big a donation do you expect to get the 'full' version? I mean, donating 1ct is a bit ridiculous (even for a Dutch guy, trolololol), but would something like 3-4 pounds suffice? Or are you expecting 10+ ?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
As I have always said all donations are appreciated and the amount you stated is perfectly acceptable.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] tylercarter:
Will I have to donate for these new versions? Is there no way else to download 3.8.2?

Well as soon as i have some extra cash i suppose ill donate. Im feelin a little left out :P
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Mark,

did you add the "skip data image" option when restoring back to 4.1.2? If so, I'll test it ASAP.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ignitionnight:
mskip, thank you so much for the phenomenal job you do keeping these programs updated. I have two questions before I donate (if anybody else knows the answers that would be cool too).

1) I have multiple nexuses (nexii?) and will be adding another as soon as I am free of the verizon prison, will my single donation code work in every toolkit or do I have to split my larger donation into smaller ones for each kit?

2) what happens if I forget the donation code?

Thanks again for your amazing work, expect a donation from me as soon as I know the answers.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
I generally say that anything over 10GPB will entitle the donator to codes for any of the toolkits that they want but you can split them up into smaller individual ones if you wish its totally upto you. Just remember to include a message as to what toolkits you want the codes for if you do the former.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mkdr:
I was on 4.1.2 rooted and wanted to upgrade to 4.2. So I downloaded the Google rom, chose flash stock rom via the Rootkit, it did a couple of things, I think there were some error log but the screen just went without asking back to main menu, and now I cant boot my Nexus anymore, all it say is Booting failed... What now? And why did the toolkit do that to my Nexus... I tried again flashing, also, great idea the toolkit is deleting the rom without asking in the folder......, I think it says at the end succes blah blah Android will now boot, but it doesnt, and when I press start in the bootloader is just says "Booting failed".
[Nexus 7 Android Development] joshuacul:
it wont let me root the 4.2 :(. the program says its rooted, but lucky patcher busybox, etc says its not.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
Just bumping this crucial post so it doesn't get lost in the mix. Thanks to gomax.

It's funny how Android hides this. Once you press it 5 times it gives you a quick note: "Press it two more times to be a developer!"

Then once you're a developer it says, "You're a developer!"
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
tonight my nexus 7 show me the OTA when Im trying to install and reboot into recovery I see that i have CWM installed so the install fails, I reboot again in 4.1.2 and install the properly stock recovery but now the OTA dont appear for me. Can anyone help me?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] b3n_:
I have downloaded the 4.2 update zip and installed the update using CWM. As expected I lost root and CWM in the process. Then I used the toolkit (3.8.2) to re-root and install CWM. The problem I'm having now is:

1. Root does not seem to work, apps like Titanium Backup do not get root and when trying Root Checker it says the device is not properly rooted.

2. When trying to boot into recovery, I'm getting the Android with the red triangle.

The device still starts up fine. My question now is how do I fix the recovery and how do I get the N7 rooted properly?

[EDIT]

I've flashed the CWM-SuperSU file from here using the temporary flashed CWM. Now I have full root. The recovery is still giving me the red triangle though.

Thanks for your help..
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Savok:
I had the same issue and had to downgrade the boot loader to version 3.34 to be able to flash CWM sucessfully.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
I did a full, new install of android 4.2 then 1-clicked my way to freedom. Yes, I lost everything in the process but it was time for a good cleanup anyways.

Unclefest v2 alive and kicking - support SeanZ!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] b3n_:
I fixed it by flashing CWM but then instead of rebooting into Android going into recovery. In CWM I disabled the "stock recovery on boot flash" and it works fine now. Booting into Android and using Quickboot to get back into recovery works perfectly fine now without changing the boot loader.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
Now I have the stock recovery and the OTA appear for me but when I try to install the n7 reboot normally but the android Droid appears with a red trinagle I cant upgrade. Anyone know which problem I have?? I only have root and 720p trick.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Rody2k6:
I have exactly the same problem, what I did was, use the toolking and installed CWM and then TWRP but when I chose to install zip, I always got an error both on CWM and TWRP and therefore was not able to update to 4.2
[Nexus 7 Android Development] slyd0997:
This unlocks 4.2 also, right?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] edbertin:
You need to have your N7, fully stock, i tried too but always have a error related to check in one of apk's in /system/app. You need to have media profile without mod, no CWM installed, etc

I gave up to figure out what could be the issue when i tried to use OTA file liking you 2 are trying so i move on and flashed the factory image, I lose everything but now I have 4.2 running with root and busy box working using toolkit 3.2.0
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
Maybe I uninstall G+ Apk so how can solve my problems to get a clean update to 4.2? thanks for your answer!

Edit:

Heeelp Now I cant install nothing in playStore show a error message with the server!!

PROBLEM SOLVED But I cant install the OTA
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Rody2k6:
Well, there is a guide using WugFresh stuff, but ok let's say I do that, could then I use this toolkit to restore my data and apps that I backed up with this toolkit?

Thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Acuum2:
3G 32GB unlocked and rooted

I've just used the NRT v1.5.5 to unlock my new 3G kindle which came running 4.2.

after reboot the nexus thought there was an update to apply again, which I let run through.

after that it seems fine, boot loader still showing the unlocked icon.

Root worked as other have reported on 4.2 with no issue.

T.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Mark,

after updating to 3.8.2, I did option 9 to flash the 4.1.2 factory stock ROM. I was looking to see if the option to skip formatting the userdata partition that you'd mentioned was included. Didn't see it, so I went ahead and flashed it back to stock. No biggie, as I have backups to restore.

Did I miss that option somewhere, or is it not built into 3.8.2? Just curious.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] DominatingSystem:
i have make donation too...

its a awesome work and i thank you with this Beer ;)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Savok:
The issue I have with my N7 is that anything but 3.34 will not allow me to install a custom recovery, period. I can use a temp recovery to install CWM or use fastboot but as soon as I reboot recovery (even from fastboot) stock appears back again. I never get the option to disable the 'stock recovery on boot flash'.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] CivilDroid:
Update server not found?

Hey Mark,

When I check for any updates after i start the toolkit up, it says the updater server cannot be found. Just letting you know incase anyone else is having problem
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
restoration problems

Just wanted to mention that after I flashed the stock 4.1.2 rom, then used the Toolkit's 1-Click to unlock, root, etc., I did three restore options:

1st: Restore NANDROID backup

2nd: Restore apps

3rd: Restore /data/media

It seems the 3rd failed to push a lot of files back. For example, ES File Explorer backups/apps didn't make it. The CIFS modules also didn't copy back over. There were also two folders under clockworkmod//backup, and I saw files listed on the Toolkit screen that seemed to be copying back, but both folders are empty.

None of this is a big deal, as I can copy them back or don't miss them, but it seemed worth mentioning.

One thing that occurred to be after the fact is that perhaps it's a good idea to set the "Unknown sources" box under Security before restoring apps, though maybe that doesn't matter, as all the apps I've tried after restoring work.

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Additional info/problems

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I also cannot delete folders or copy to folders from within ES File Explorer. Interestingly, I could delete those folders from Windows Explorer, and recreate them or create new folders, but then I cannot see them in Windows Explorer, so I cannot copy files/folders to them. If I copy those to a temp location (like the 'Download' folder), I cannot move them into the new folder from within ES File Explorer. Properties of all these are read/write, according to ES File Explorer.

One thing I did during the 1-Click procedure was to use the latest SuperSU (0.98). I noticed in its logs that for the two apps that need it (Mount Manager and ES File Explorer) there are multiple entries for both apps stating that SuperSU Pro is required, but I do get the pop-up asking me if I want to Grant or Deny root access (I grant). Could this be a problem, or can I ignore those SuperSU logs?

The inability to copy stuff back over, or to manipulate things in ES File Explorer is most annoying. I recall at the end of the restore process(es) that chmod and chown operations were being run, but didn't catch the details.

Any thoughts?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] fedexist:
Where can i download toolkit v. 3.8.2? In the OP there's only the 3.2.0 version. Thanks a lot.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] smt8544:
You will need to donate, or wait until it is released for free.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
It appears there are a few common issues associated with the 4.2 release. Datron has suffered along with many of you. I encourage you all to be patient. Mskip is busy as heck and will no doubt resolve them as soon as possible. Keep in mind he managed this toolkit for multiple devices that all have unique quirks.

Thanks mskip!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kronikwisdom:
4.2 OTA yesterday and use Nexus Toolkit 3.2.0, no issues. I just selected the option for any Nexus 7 and it worked fine with no data loss. 4.2 is killing me since you can't use stickmount until that's update. Thanks OP!!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Slightly OT, but you could try a custom kernel like Faux's which allow for OTG so you dont need stickmount.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
Why the OTA now dont appear for me? I just installed the stock 4.1.2 via toolkit. And now the OTA dont appear I know a way to force IT erasing the data of a google apk, but dont work for me now. Any idea??
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Just download the 4.2 image from here and install via the toolkit. Worked for me.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
Thanks I know, but I dont understand why I cant get the OTA, i want to understand why my nexus cant be officially updated
[Nexus 7 Android Development] DominatingSystem:
The latest Booloader Version from Android 4.2 build JOP40C is 4.13 right ?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Milamber33:
OTAs are staggered, not everyone gets it at the same time. Not sure how staggered the N7 is, but with the GNex, most OTAs took a week or two to circulate for all devices, even if you were on Yakju or Takju. If you wait, it will show up, and if you don't want to wait, there's ways to force it.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
I update with the toolkit to 4.2 but this morning with 4.1.2 I clear Data of Google Services Framework.and the OTA appears. But this evening I follow the same steps and dont work.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Correct.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
Sometimes the permissions and owner priveledges are not set when the files are copied back to the device. This is something I have looked into many times and will have to sit down and sort it out properly. When the folders are pulled from the phone the properties aren't kept and so not copied back when pushed back to the device. If you have root then you can easily fix the problem by using ES Explorer or Root Explorer to change the folder permission to 775 (rwxrwxr-x) and the owner/operator properties to media_rw (for both). This will fix everything but you may have to do it for each folder.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
In the end I didnt add that option as the factory image contains a userdata image so if the partition isnt formatted before flashing you may face problems.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ReDeViL:
thats great to hear sir!

appreciate it!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Thanks for the info and tip. Since I had time I just restored to stock and reinstalled apps, but I will keep this in mind for future use.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] shane1diamond:
Sorry if this has been answered already i searched a couple pages back. If im coming from wugs toolkit and have it installed on my Win7, can i still install and use this toolkit to revert to 4.1.2 without any issues? Thanks!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] stormy_gale:
Hi all - Just wanted to share my experience after having the OTA upgrade to 4.2.

I used Marks toolkit to root & install CWM on 4.1.2, I couldn't get CWM to work, kept getting exclamation mark.

I then installed CWM via Rom manager which enabled me to access recovery manually. When rebooting system CWM informed that the Nexus would re-install stock recovery on a reboot, which CWM could over-ride. joyous Nexus working great :)

Today received the official 4.2 update, this installed successfully.

Before re-booting CWM again informed of the revert to stock recovery & the loss of root, both actions could be over-ridden. Upgraded Nexus without loss of any data. :)

Hope this might help anyone waiting for the OTA upgrade.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] N@th_OC:
I advise you to use TWRP which have been upgraded to work with 4.2

No more /0/0 sh****
[Nexus 7 Android Development] papaschtroumpf:
How does one get the toolkit for 4.2?

I upgrade and told CWM to preserved root, etc... but things are looking fishy. Typing su in terminal emulator gives some java errors and not root prompt. superuser won't upgrade to 3.1.1 and stick mount shows all usb sticks as empty.

Are those 4.2 problems or rooting issues? I really don;t want to have to wipe my sdcard if I can avoid it.

tries to use 3.2.0 toolkit as one user above said it works for them, but I'm still having those same issues.

Edit: CWM+SuperSU method seems to have worked. a tleast terminal emulator gives me a superuser prompt
[Nexus 7 Android Development] N@th_OC:
You have to use SuprSu instead of superuser which is not updated for 4.2

Same thing for CWM, use TWRP instead.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Bien15:
just downloaded the toolkit before i proceed will this work for 4.2 because I just recieve an update OTA just awhile ago was on version 4.2 and after the update still 4.2 but got the new quick tab access, thats why I'm wonderin if the toolkit still suppports it, tnx in advance.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nuhbiwan:
Just heard about your toolkits. Good job, but cmon...donate for auto update? You know what the funny thing is about donations?

You can DECIDE how much you donate. What you're doing is to SELL. Nothing more, nothing less.

Just call it, what it is.

On your webpage it says you love to help people. Better write you love your work.

Now people, go on bashing me.

Just my two cents.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Minhlachim:
I can't root my Nexus 7 (4.2) with Toolkit 3.2. SU appeared but when i installed some rooted-required apps, they couldn't work :(
[Nexus 7 Android Development] starfighter1948:
Mark

Is there a known problem using the toolkit to backup the sdcard in file format rather than compressed bak format? I used the toolkit to successfully install 4.2 and unlock, root and install CWM touch, but although the sdcard backup completed successfully, when came to restore it had only copied around 25% of the folders. Luckily, I had a NAS backup which was relatively up to date. GApps crashed on me this morning and I was forced to perform a factory reset, and I used the toolkit to make sure I had the Nexus 7 unlocked, rooted with CWM Touch installed. I again tried to backup the restored sdcard to my laptop, but it terminated after about 25% of the folders had been copied. This is a strange bug, and I'm at a loss to explain what is causing the backup task to terminate before completing properly. Any clues?

starfighter1948

starfighter1948
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Worked fine for me, although I did it one-step at a time rather than all at once. Also, make sure you flashed the updated SuperSU via CMW.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] starfighter1948:
I too did the backup individually, but tried to backup the whole sdcard and only a few of them got backed up when the processed finished. I have latest supersu installed and working correctly.