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[Nexus 7 Android Development] leroybrute:
The toolkit is worthless unless you pay for the updates. The su version is out of date and incompatible with 4.2. The updated superuser is in the payed updates. And I don't consider it being called a donation to get the updates. I consider it called a ransom to fix a broken toolkit.

Not cool. Here's my pound or four pounds or whatever you call it.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
Everyone relax. There is a freeware version of this toolkit that has some features and some issues. There is a paid premium version that also has features and issues.

No one forced you to buy a nexus 7, use the toolkit, or donate for the premium toolkit. I don't see how there's a backlash on this. If you don't like the process with accessing a paid version of the toolkit which is very clearly explained as "for donators only," hack your device elsewhere ot become your own developer. When u spend countless hours to develop your own personal toolkit that's flawless, please PM me so I can start demanding it for free.

I'm donating again to Mark just because of these baseless complaints. Mark for President.

Unclefest v2 alive and kicking - support SeanZ!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mariotme:
That is so ungrateful man. Show some support for the amount of time mark spends on his toolkit!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] N@th_OC:
Did you read what you wrote man???!!!!

Show a little bit more respect. This toolkit is only for simplified your life.

If you don't know how to use fastboot and how to root manualy your device, stop critizied poeople who have much more knowledge than you.

And who's only purpose is trying to help peoples.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] thaw7501:
Hello, anyone can answer me,

what is different between nand backup in CWM and Backup in TWRP.

is nand backup all of data including app game data?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] NeoS:
Ok people, calm down. This comment made by leroybrute just shows his frustration with how the dev tries to get some money for extra features on an already feature-packed piece of software. Apparently, all software should be free of charge and devs like us should not ask anything in return for our time and effort put into it.

That's all I want to say about the subject and I'd appreciate it if everyone would keep it at that.

Continue please.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Semantics:
I prefer TWRP because there is an option to compress the size of the nand. I haven't used CWM since my HTC Hero, I believe.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
Hi, Im trying to get the 720P in 4.2. Whitout the mod the video resolution are 640x480 after flash the mod the video resolution fall down to 352x288. Anyone know something about this problem??
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
I'm not well versed in CWM or TWRP, but I can say that using the Toolkit's app backup & restore options worked like a charm when I had to reinstall apps after reverting to 4.1.2. Just to use a couple examples, my SSH and VNC clients had all their settings restored. Having to recreate all those connections would have been a SERIOUS PITA! So I can definitely recommend that.

I can also say that you shouldn't bother with the /data/media backup option, as it will not be restored completely, and permissions on folders that do get restored will need to be reset manually. Maybe Titanium Backup does a better job, but I didn't try it. Bet I will next time, though ;)

As for a NANDROID backup, I'm still not clear on when it should be used to restore stuff, and exactly what it restores. But I've not done nearly enough reading yet on that topic.

Hope that helps.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
So when you use the tollkits backup option they save your app config too?? I always use titaniu bakcup but its well know more optiond to do this. I dont undertand what are you trying to say when talk about /data/media backup
[Nexus 7 Android Development] veeman:
Good explanation for NANDROID backup.

"What it is, is a full backup of partitions on your device's NAND flash (NAND stands for NOT AND, a type of electronic logic gate -- it's like the hard drive of your Android device) storage. Think of it as a snapshot of the current running system, and it can be used to restore that that point at any time. Both user data and system files are backed up, and it's a far cry from what we think of when talking about a traditional backup from other software. In fact, it's something that many folks wish was part of the stock Android recovery. Yes, to preform a Nandroid backup you'll need a custom recovery on your device so that the executable files and scripts are there. These have been left out of the stock recovery, likely over issues that would arise if users can backup proprietary files." -Jerry H. from AndroidCentral
[Nexus 7 Android Development] aichemist:
I wait until mkip have an update =P. I just have to keep pressing "install later" for the time being !
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
I'll try to be more concise.

Under "Backup and Restore your Device" [Main Menu 2]

I used Option 1 [Backup ALL installed apps]

then used Option 10 to restore them.

As I mentioned, settings were restored. I only have one game (Air Hockey), and it definitely restored the settings for it, too. Oh, and Mount Manger was also restored fully, though I had to reset the path to the CIFS modules.

As for the /data/media backup, it is under Backup Options 3 (Backup your Internal Storage [virtual SD Card]). To restore I used Option 11 (Restore /data/media [virtual SD Card] Backup). This is the one that failed, as noted by other posters in this thread, and acknowledged by Mark. Caveat emptor ;)

I'm not sure if Backup Option 5 (Pull /data folder [excluding /data/media] ONLY to your PC) is a better option. Option 3 seemed to pull everything to the PC, so I suppose one could recreate folders manually on the N7, and then copy back from the backup, but that seems terribly inefficient and tedious.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] leroybrute:
My point is super user is broken in the toolkit. In the donate version superuser is blocked because of the issue and su to replace it. The free version you are stuck. Respect goes both ways. And I do donate quite a bit. I have several devices I play with. I just feel its a pretty lame way to get our money. If its broken, don't fix it just in the donate version.

PS. I took care of my su problem.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] thaw7501:
Alright, NANDROID backup will backup whole of my device, am I right?

Few hours ago, I used TWRP2.3.2.1 to backup my device(select all options) . It wasn't backup my app data (game like Asphalt 7 & other), after restore I must re-download in game data again. (but all app icon was restored in app menu)

So, that call NANDbackup yet?

,Thanks for your answer
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Thanks a lot for that.

I was thinking it was like a snapshot. Now let me see if I understand its purpose by using a hypothetical scenario.

If I were inclined to retry 4.2, but thinking I'd likely want to restore to my current 4.1.2 configuration, I would first make a NANDROID backup, then flash 4.2. Then, when I realize 4.2 is not ready for prime time (e.g., no easy CIFS support), all I need to do is use the Toolkit to "Restore NANDROID backup [from option 4] via Custom Recovery" .... or is it not that easy? If not, what would need to be restored after restoring the NANDROID backup? bootloader (e.g., to get it back to 3.34)?

And one related question. Can one run both CWM Touch and TWRP Touch, or can only one be installed at a time? I currently have CWM Touch, but was thinking to try TWRP Touch? Can I just flash TWRP from the Toolkit, or do I need to uninstall CWM Touch first?

Thanks again.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
You can only have one running at any one time, but you can flash one over the other without any issues.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Swiftkilla:
Hey guys, my Nexus 7 updated to android 4.2 a couple of days ago. I can see in the original post it says that the current version of the toolkit can "Root Stock Jelly Bean builds (upto 4.1.2 JZO54K)". Do any of the functions on the toolkit work with 4.2? Or is it currently only compatible with 4.1.2?

Thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] encryptioncsta:
i am also stuck on this aswell...i lastnight updated my nexus 7 to offical ota 4.2 and i have had managed to unlock the bootloader an install custo recovery cwm touch but iv been unable to root usin this version...:(

iv tryed multible times and have had to give up...:(

i hope we can see an updated verison so we can all root 4.2 :):p
[Nexus 7 Android Development] FreakyFreakGA:
mskip, have you by chance updated your AIO Toolkit to include the fixed version of CWM Recovery Touch 6.0.1.0 that fixes the file location thing that came with 4.2?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] brad_wp:
Wow, I can't believe some people. Skip a few days of your precious Starbucks and send some love to people that simplify your life! You can work around the issues in the free version. It just requires a little effort. If you don't have the know-how or time just donate a few bucks.

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Android Development] leroybrute:
With this toolkit you can flash back to 4.1. Once you have, before you update to 4.2 use the toolkit, select #8 and once that is done you will be rooted. Then go into market and download super su and open it so you will have root permission. Then Go to settings/apps/all and disable superuser. Now back to market and get voodoo ota root keeper and run it. Then redo the 4.2 update and you will still have root. Do in this order. Have done it this way on 4 N7's a couple days ago and all is well.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
The other way (which is what I did with my new 3G N7) was to use the toolkit to unlock the device, flash CWM, and then finally flash the updated superSu zip.

Everything worked fine, and only took a few minutes!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nuhbiwan:
What do you mean by donate a few bucks? It's not donating, man.

IT'S BUYING.

Am I the only one seeing this as what it is?

You call a commercial software a donate-version.

That's the point. I'm well aware of the fact, that I can workaround some issues.

I don't need a toolkit at all to root any device. The information is all around here.

I just have a problem with the term DONATE in this case.

Look up the word donate in wikipedia. Maybe you understand what I mean then.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] NeoS:
Are we going to discuss this again? If you read one page back you'll see my thoughts on this. I'm not going to repeat myself again.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Salty Wagyu:
If I donate to this do I get access to the Nexus 4 toolkit donate version too?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
Sorry for repeat my question but in the last 2 pages we are fighting about donators or buyers and others nonsense fights.

In the last 4.2 Version with 3.8.2 Toolkit the 720P mod doesnt work for me. When I active it the resolution fall down to 352x288.

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Search a few pages ago I think that mark say that if you donate a determinate amount you can access to all the tollkits that you want. But its answered a few pages ago.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] NeoS:
This donation discussion is over. If you don't agree with it, PM the OP about it.

The reason for this is that discussions about this ALWAYS turn out in a flame(war).

So, next one to start this discussion about paid/donate versions again will get an infraction. Just a friendly warning.

Continue with the tech-talk please.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] brad_wp:
Deleted

Sent from my Nexus 7
[Nexus 7 Android Development] AFAinHD:
Sorry
[Nexus 7 Android Development] NeoS:
It's ok. Some of you were just defending the thought of free development and the idea of asking a donation on work donated to the community. Just don't do that discussion here, start a new thread in General Discussion or Offtopic for that, or PM the developer if you disagree.

Now, let's hear some tech talk. :)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] FoulDroid:
Something i don't understand...

It seems 4.2 root require SuperSU..but i'm on 4.2 with "Original" SuperUser and i'm rooted / unlocked.

Things have done:

Nexus 7 16Go rooted / unlocked and nand backuped with the Toolkit

Bought a Nexus 7 32go : i restored the backup .. flashed the Official 4.2 upgrade with Clockworkmod Touch ..and rebooted... nothing all
[Nexus 7 Android Development] adlakeche:
No Root Accomplished

Well tried all of the different fixes but still cannot get root after upgrading to 4.2 Used toolkit When First came out to root , 4.1.2 update worked without having to do anything, 4.2 update lost root. Able to unlock bootloader but that's it. Since 4,2 is fairly new will give Mark a chance to dive into it a little more. Using Donated version with 4.2 support:(

Also use Nexus toolkit as well (donated Version)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Did you try this?

Copy the SuperSU 0.98 zip file to your N7

Use the Toolkit to boot into CWM or TWRP Recovery (you can do this even if you don't have them permanently flashed; Option 10 on Main Menu)

If you have already replaced stock recovery with one of those two, then use Option 6

Use CWM or TWRP to navigate to SuperSU zip file and flash it

....

not positive about this, but pretty sure you can then use CWM or TWRP to boot back into Android.

If you have Mark's latest kit (3.8.2), this file might be the right one:

C:\Google Nexus 7 ToolKit\root\SuperSU-0.98-Recovery.zip

or search the forums for it.

I used this method when I flashed the 4.2 ROM and it worked, though I've reverted since then.

If you tried this and it failed, what error(s) did you get, if any?

HTH.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] adlakeche:
Well, went to reboot into recovery. Did shut down. Reboot to recovery picked after started back up holding power and Volume like normal, now stuck on Google Screen with Unlocked lock below. Now What ???? Just stays there

Update: Held the volume and power buttons down for about 30 seconds and it finally went off. Rebooted. Thinking Super su was disabled so will check then try again.

Update: That worked . Got it!. Thanks.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Which reboot to recovery option did you use?

Do you have CWM or TWRP already flashed?

Not sure why you shut down. When I flashed SuperSU, I didn't use the Vol/Power buttons to boot into CWM, which I already had flashed. I booted to CWM from the Toolkit.

I've never been stuck on that screen.

Also, I assume you're doing this with the N7 connected to a PC via USB, and that it is recognized under ADB or Fastboot mode. You can use option 21 to choose reboot mode, one of which is reboot to recovery. But to flash a zip, that assumes you have a custom recovery already flashed. If you don't already have a custom recovery installed, you should use option 10 from the main menu.

It's hard to tell what got you to this state without details.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mtujikawa:
I cant donate

Hi.

I tried to donate to you, but I could not donate it appears on the screen of the Paypal "donation from Japan are not accepted and".

How do I can get Ver3.8.2?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kazunorikobo:
Will it work on 4.2 JOP40C?

Just got my N7 and all I want now is flash some ROMs =)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Varghjarta:
It didn't seem like it from the menu, perhaps for premium users.

So yesterday I installed 4.2 and then followed an article with success, and confirmed root just now.

Since I cannot post links just google for: "root-nexus7-android42-jop40c-jellybean-ota-cwmrecovery" and the first item should be "How to Root Nexus 7 on Android 4.2 JOP40C Jelly Bean [Tutorial ..." which describes what I did on my n7 (32gb) I picked up on friday.

Good luck! :good:
[Nexus 7 Android Development] wiseman-fr:
Hi everybody...

Impossible to use the ToolKit, when i launch it, that just launch a black windows with "Starting ADB..." in green and nothing happens...:confused:

Can't find any tutorials to use this toolkit...

Thx for your help :)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kazunorikobo:
Thanks man, I found the tutorial;just one question : isn't Nexus 7 already unlocked?I need to unlock it?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Croptop:
The article is referring to unlocking the bootloader which is, if I recall correctly, locked by default out of the box. Don't confuse this with the fact that the Nexus 7 3G is carrier unlocked (meaning that its cellular radio is not locked to specific carrier).
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kazunorikobo:
I thought it was some developer edition like.My Nexus 7 is wifi only.Thanks.

I'm trying to unlock it right now but I am having some issues with drivers.Tried to install them from the toolkit but didn't work, after i downloaded them from the site you suggested it says it's a Samsung device-maybe confusing it with my GSII drivers.

EDIT:My device is rooted.Thanks for the help from this thread-Thanks button pressed.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] brad_wp:
Make sure you have the Android SDK Tools installed on your computer?

Sent from my Inspire 4G (Jellytime R28)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] wiseman-fr:
Thx Brad_wp,

I had a Galaxy s, S2, etc... before, used to flash a lot my phone but with this tablet I don't know why nothing works !

I have tried a lot of different driver, everything is ok...

I tried to do a cmd adb devices... sometimes that works, but most of the time not... Can't understand honeslty...

Spent my day to try to unlock this N7 4.2 , but impossible... I'm starting to turn mad !

I m running Win 7 64bit edition for your information, my N7 is stock updated in 4.2

I think my problem come because my computer can't communicate with the tablet most of the time and i don't understand why.

What do you mean by Android SDK Tools installed ?

I have unzipp the Google SDK package yes, i have tried the SDK Manager and everything seems alright but i maybe miss something...
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
The Android SDK is definitely not required to use the Toolkit. That's kinda the point.

To wiseman-fr:

Go back to the first two posts on page one and follow the directions very carefully. If the Toolkit doesn't install the drivers for you, follow the manual instructions.

All you've said is that when you launch it you get a black window that says Launching ADB. Did you try uninstalling and reinstalling the Toolkit? It's tough for others to troubleshoot your problem without details.

This is general advice for anyone posting for help:

Be as specific and methodical as you can when posting about some problem. List out in numbered steps EXACTLY what you did or tried, quoting the Toolkit Option and sub-menu, as needed. All this will make solving your problem easier.

And perhaps most importantly: Don't Panic!

As many have noted, it's almost impossible to brick a Nexus 7, but here's a post worth reading:

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=34081810&postcount=393

(this is NOT related to the Toolkit, but to running adb and fastboot commands manually)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
it seems more like a driver issue on your computer. try to update the Android ADB interface (under control panel, device manager). when done, open a command prompt. open the nexus 7 toolkit directory and try this command:

adb-toolkit devices

if it returns with a string of text and numbers then your device is definitely connected, and the toolkit should work.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mikespe:
I apologize if this has been asked a million times already but can the Nexus 7 be rooted using Windows 8? I remember reading something before getting my N7 but forgot where I saw it. I just got the N7 today and tried using this toolkit but it didn't see the serial number...

Thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
you need to activate developer option (i assume your brand new nexus 7 is running android 4.2) and enable usb debug. the information for windows 8 drive and developer mode can be found on page 1's FAQ section.

as the free version fully support jelly bean 4.1.2 devices, there is a small chance it may not work on your brand new nexus.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] death 90:
im using a nexus 7 with 3g and im just curious, in the free, non-bought version taking forever for anyone else? maybe its just my computer or something but i feel like it takes super long between instructions, even if just displaying text. anyone else? i dont think im using the tool wrong but i may be mistaken

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as a follow up i attempted a nandroid backup using the tool kit ( again nexus 7 3g 4.2 ) and while it apparently created the directories no files at all were made from the "backup" just empty folders. i am aware that this is a new device so support is coming. im also now curious, does anyone have a 3g version and can confirm the pay for version works for our model? not to sound ungrateful to the dev im sure if i had 4.1 this toolkit would be awesome, i just dont wanna buy it and have it not even work for me
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mikespe:
Yea I had already done all that...but I will check out the link you gave...thx

Here is the error I get:

Sent by an Android Guy using an iPad...
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
if bootloader related, it could well be a adb/fastboot issue. here's another link for you:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1583801

when drivers are updated, a quick way to check if ADB is functional is to open a command prompt, navigate to the folder where the nexus 7 toolkit is installed (usually /Google Nexus 7 ToolKit in your main drive), and type the command:

adb-toolkit devices

the adb service shall initiate and return a string of number and text and with the word "device" behind it. That indicates the device is connected to the computer by ADB, the interface used by this toolkit.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] fgianni:
Just does not work for me

Sorry for the noob question but after OTA update to 4.2, the toolkit just can't get me root, I have managed to find the 'hidden' developer option to set USB debugging, got the full 'donate' version of the tookit, chose supersu 0.98, and tried flashing bootloader 3.34.

when rooting I get 'adbd is already running as root' message

When I run SuperSU, it says: "The SU binary needs to be updated. Continue?" and continuing leads to "Installation failed!"

I tried options 3 (bootloader alredy unlocked), 4 and 8, same result, no root.

Anything else I can try?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] k2ham:
I just purchased an N7 and received it today... along with the OTA update to 4.2. I'm having the same problem with gaining access to root and the same Installation Failed error.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
I unlocked my 3G N7 (which came with 4.2 by default) by doing the following - all using v3.2.0:

1) Download SuperSU from here. Make sure you download the flashable zip and do not install from market.

2) Unlock bootlader (Option 3 in the toolkit)

3) Booted to Custom Bootloader without flashing it (Option 10)

4) Flashed the SuperSU which I downloaded previously.

5) Booted to Android OS

6) Installed Busybox (Option 7)

7) Installed ROM Manager from Play store

8) Install CMW using ROM Manager

9) Downloaded the Touch version of CMW from here. Again, make sure you get the flashable version

10) Installed the Touch version of CMW using ROM Manager

(If you want, you can obviously download the cmw touch image, place it in the toolkit folder, and flash that (and therefore by-pass steps 3,7-10)

It seems like a lot of steps, but the whole thing literally took minutes to do.

I also used the above steps to root my old Wifi N7 which I had upgraded via flashing the Google 4.2 image onto it (option 9 using the image from here)

For both devices, it went flawlessly and without any issues at any points.