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[Nexus 7 Android Development] fgianni:
Thanks for your reply

As a noob there are a couple of things I an not sure, can you help me with those?

in point 3 "Booted to Custom Bootloader without flashing it (Option 10)" the tool has "boot to custom recovery" I assume it's the same, but then it gives me a choice between Clockwork touch recovery and twrp touch recovery, which is the right one?

in point 4 does the SuperSU have to reside somewhere in the Nexus tu be found by the recovery for flashing? or am I missing something?

It's my first attempt at rooting something, and without idiot proof instructions I'm hopeless (that's why I went the toolkit route, which, btw, worked flawlessly before the 4.2 ota)

Thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] nava88:
guyz, another option to get a CWM in non-flashed mode are install the CWM app??

In my HTC Desire if I install CWM app the recovery are in a folder in the sdcard and if I delete the folder the recovery returns to "original".
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
Don't mean to butt in, but I thought I could at least clarify your questions.

Yes, Option 10 should temporarily flash whichever Custom Recovery option you choose. There is no "right one," as both should give you access to the sdcard so you can then flash the SuperSU zip file. That's basically the function of Option 10 (not limited to flashing SuperSU, of course!)

Just copy the flashable SuperSU zip file to your sdcard. I tend to put things in the Download folder, but I think you can just put flashable zips in the parent folder of sdcard. Then use Option 10 in the Toolkit.

I've only used CWM Touch, so I can only speak to that, but basically once you get the CWM menu, follow the path to flash a zip file, then navigate to the SuperSU file.

Sorry I can't be more specific, but if you proceed slowly and logically, you can do it :)

Good luck!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mikespe:
DUDE!! I followed this to the letter and it worked PERFECTLY! THANK YOU!!! I did switch to my Win 7 machine since yesterday I had issues with my Win 8 box....But this worked GREAT!!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] koooowweeee:
hi

first of all thanks so much for this tool kit i used it soon as i got my nexus.

i now need to return my nexus for rma and i folled these steps

Q. I want to send my phone back so I need to flash a stock rom and relock the bootloader

1. Download, install and run the Google Nexus 7 Toolkit.

2. Install adb/fastboot drivers (if you havent already done so)

3. Option 9 to download a Google Factory Image.

4. After it finishes downloading you will be given the option to flash the image to your tablet. Do this.

4. Let the phone reboot, then shut the tablet down and reenter fastboot mode (or boot to fastboot mode via the Reboot Screen in the ToolKit).

5. Option3, 2 to relock the bootloader.

but the app root checker still says its rooted.

any advice?

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[Nexus 7 Android Development] fgianni:
It worked!

Thanks a lot!

My device has root access after step 6, do I have to perform steps 7-10? what exactly are they for? (I Know NOOB question, but what do you expect from a NOOB?)

Thanks
[Nexus 7 Android Development] 1eyedmonster:
Please someone help!!! I have unlocked my bl with the toolkit and flashed cwm via n7 toolkit but it won't reboot to fast boot only loops to cwm can anyone help?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] MysticDeth:
Does anyone know how long it takes to receive a activation code? I donated yesterday and still haven't heard from mskip

Also, is there a minimum donation I had to make?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
1. Unplug USB

2. long press power button to force power off

3. press down both volume up and volume down

4. press power button once

5. you should see the lazy android with bonnet up. you are in bootloader.

If long press power failed to shut down N7, you'll need ADB. Plug in your N7 to usb. when your N7 is in CWM, open a command prompt (if you use windows, type "cmd" in search programs and files, under window key), go to the folder of the toolkit (cd\"google nexus 7 toolkit"), then type:

adb-toolkit reboot bootloader
[Nexus 7 Android Development] 1eyedmonster:
Thank you ever so much fastboot is showing now you are a God!!!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Krunk_Kracker:
He'll send you an email. Just be patient :)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] MysticDeth:
I am trying hehe :D
[Nexus 7 Android Development] misiek998:
Have problem with unroot option in toolbox 3.2.0

I was make root, but can't unroot....
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
His policy is to email him if you haven't received the code after 24 hours. If you look in the Toolkit under option 26, you'll see.

Seems mskip is very busy these days, so patience is required ;)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Look at my instructions a few pages back. They work perfectly for rooting 4.2
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
i'm sure your instructions are clear as crystal. what the other person is asking, though, is the unroot function with toolkit, i.e. removing su and superuser.apk. so, do you have another set of instructions available?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] misiek998:
Yes I want UNroot 4.1.2 and send my nexus to asus service. If you don't have idea what is wrong I will flash stock rom from google.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] XxStechxX:
I'm really stuck, I've tried multiple sources for the flash file including the stock recommended. I always seem to hang at this point right here, and the n7 is also unresponsive to any commands on the side buttons as well. just stuck at fastboot with start staring at me in the face. Will gladly donate if you can figure this one out for me. I ended up doing a complete wipe of everything, My stuipid A** fault, so used to removable memory. had nothing to boot into. I knew exactally what happened too as soon as i did it. UGH!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Whoops. Sorry, didn't read your OP properly.

The screenshot you provided is the toolkit complaining that one of the folders GNexus7Toolkit\root is missing. Check you installation and then try again.

If it is there already, and still having issues then AFAIK transfer the file (Unroot-UninstallBusybox-CwmManager-Nexus7.zip) to your N7, boot into CMW ans flash it manually.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] misiek998:
I have root/ folder - your toolbox is buggy ;)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
It's not mine, am just trying to help! :)

Did the other advise I gave you sort the issue?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] themagiciant95:
Hi, and I have donated for this fantastic software but I have two questions

1) I have rooted my nexus 7 with this toolkit, how can I completely restore my device to factory settings?

2) how can I know to have rooted correctly without have made damages?

Thanks

Inviato dal mio Nexus 7 con Tapatalk 2
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
in simple terms, rooting is achieved by putting the command "su" and its GUI superuser or superSU apk to the correct folders and set the right permission for access. Unless those files are corrupted, or they have overwritten some other files, it should NOT do any damage at all. install a free app that requires root (e.g. titanium backup) and see if superuser or superSU prompts you for root access. with superSU, one may need to its update binary before the app can work its magic.

Flashing a factory image and then relocking the bootloader will return your device to factory setting. Asus has not implemented any flash counter in its device (not yet, anyway, or one that i'm not aware of).
[Nexus 7 Android Development] ThurstonX:
The answer to your first question is in the FAQ (post #2) of this thread. See "Q. I want to send my phone back so I need to flash a stock rom and relock the bootloader"

rooting should not do any "damage." If done correctly, you will have root access for apps that require it. Just as one example, you could use ES File Explorer, go into Settings, scroll down and try the "Root Explorer" option. If you have rooted successfully, when you next start ES File Explorer, you should see a message that it has been granted root permissions (or you might see it when you check that option; can't recall). NB: you'll only see it once per session, as root access for an app should persist throughout a session. If you shut down, then reboot, the next time you start an app that requires/requests root access, you should see the message.

On the other hand, if you haven't rooted successfully and launch an app that requires root, you should see a message that root access is required.

HTH.

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Did you see this?

The answer to your first question is in the FAQ (post #2) of this thread. See "Q. I want to send my phone back so I need to flash a stock rom and relock the bootloader"

If so and you're still getting stuck, did you try uninstalling/reinstalling the Toolkit, then going through the steps in the FAQ?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
my eye sight is failing me, as i couldn't discern what is in your screen capture. if flashing a factory image via is stuck in the middle of the process, perhaps it indicate (God forbids) some memory corruption in your device? did you get the file from google (https://developers.google.com/android/nexus/images)?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] qsdf55:
It just worked for me (N7 wifi 16Go). Thanks a lot...
[Nexus 7 Android Development] XxStechxX:
If I leave everything alone and come back a couple hours later, the operation will finish.(I've tried both image files, from google.) When I go to hit start in fastboot its locked up, so from there I unplug the usb. Once I've done that it will allow me to hit start. But just hangs at the Black and White google screen. I'm really confused right now.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] kiapolo:
Worked perfectly on my updated 4.2 Wifi Nexus7!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
This is very confusing. the machine responses to fastboot yet flashing stock roms takes ages and can never boot. have you done anything risky that you need to flash a stock rom to recover?

What i'm going to say is quite drastic and may even sound counter-intuitive, most bizarre of all it's rather risky and may do more harm than good to your device. it may brick your device, so don't take my suggestion if you think it's fishy. since the fastboot command can still be recognised by you N7, if i were you, i would temporarily boot into ClockworkMod recovery (without premanent flash) via fastboot. once there, adb push a copy of cyanogenmod10 rom to /sdcard/download/, and use CWM to flash the rom, wipe cache and see if the machine can boot again. It's rather odd for me to suggest this as people usually to the other way round, when CWM failed they use the toolkit to flash stock rom to save the day. but since fastboot flash didn't work, CWM flash, IMHO, seems the only viable option.

I still believe other gurus here may have better suggestions. if you are feeling adventurous, give me a shout and i'll take you through the procedures.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
I received a replacement n7 16gb from Google. Tried to backup my old device and restore that nandroid to the new device. Cannot get it to work. I'm an experienced user and tried all the troubleshooting steps, all with no luck. Yes I was running the same android version, same bootloader, same everything on each device. Root was confirmed, too.

I'm not asking for help since I already gave up. I'm just passing along my experience. Cheers mates.

Unclefest v2 alive and kicking - support SeanZ!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] XxStechxX:
ok I can get the n7 back into stock, once there when I try to push cwm, I'll get into clockwork, flash the rom. I've been trying the cm nightlies & I tried AOKP Milestone1. But it will sit there trying to boot into the rom, little cm icon doing circles. Nothing happens I've waited for at least an hour. So I end up reflashing factory Image again, I'm stumpped
[Nexus 7 Android Development] lingenfr:
I updated to the latest version before starting. I successfully (I think) did a nandroid backup (2,4) of my entire system. Then I unlocked (3,1), and rooted with CWM and SuperSU (4,3). All seemed to go well and now I am trying to restore my backup, but no joy. I went into the option for android restore (2,12), but it says "The system cannot find the file specified". It is in C:\Google Nexus 7 ToolKit\backups\backup-all-system-apk-shared-201211220936.bak. I've copied the file around to C:\, etc., but no joy. What do I need to do to complete the restore?

Also, when I looked again, as a knob with no particular preferences, I suppose I should have used Option 8 1-CLICK FOR ALL" rather than the method I used. Is there anything else I should do? I am primarily interested in getting sixaxis working at this point, but if the more experienced folks suggest I do some more, now is probably the time.

Thanks for you work, this is a very helpful app. Standing by...
[Nexus 7 Android Development] dchn2:
restore function is not working if you choose the command from the toolbit's menu. you'll have to do it manually.

1. make sure usb debug is ticked in developer option in your tablet (under setting); i recommend ticking the "stay awake" checkbox as well.

2. open a command prompt (i assume you use windows; type "cmd" in the window start box (without the "", of course), and hit enter.

3. move to your toolkit folder. if you use the default setting. it would be:

cd\google nexus 7 toolkit

4. plug in your tablet, the issue this command to check if adb server is connected to the device:

adb-toolkit devices

5. you will see a string of text and number, follow by the word "device", under "list of devices attached". if not, either you have forgotten to enable "usb debug" in your tablet, or you may have an issue with adb driver for windows (again, i assume you use a windows pc)

6. if the tablet is properly connected, issue this command:

adb-toolkit restore <name of your recovery file>

if it's in the folder /backups then the command would be:

adb-toolkit restore c:\"google nexus 7 toolkit"\backups\<name of your backup files.bak>

the name of the backup file needs to be type in full, with extension.

7. if all goes well, you'll see a new screen on your tablet. choose restore data to proceed.

it will take some time, as adb restores pushes apk and data file back to your n7 via USB. some have commented adb restore would fail if the talbet enters sleep mode while it's idle (internally it's not, but then it isn't receiving input from the touch screen).
[Nexus 7 Android Development] lingenfr:
Thanks. I got it to work with:

adb-toolkit restore .\backups\<name of your backup files.bak>

So today I will see if I can get sixaxis install and my PS3 controller working.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
Are you saying you can use a ps3 controller on a n7? If so, that it awesome and I need info so I can try it.

Unclefest v2 alive and kicking - support SeanZ!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Maverick1707:
Hi all,

If a new update is released, let's say, 4.2.1, is there a way to install it over an unlocked+rooted nexus 7 without losing root and keeping all the personal data (settings, apps...)...

? so just like it would be if you install it normally in a completely stock device.

TY!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
Download OTA root keeper from the Play store and backup root, flash the stock recovery, do the OTA update, restore root with Root Keeper.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] DaGr81:
---------- Post added at 01:05 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:59 PM ----------

Download sixaxis controller from play: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.dancingpixelstudios.sixaxiscontroller

You may find it for free somewhere ￼..

Regards,
[Nexus 7 Android Development] aichemist:
Sean,

Why flash to stock recovery? Is it because the 4.1.1 cwm doesn't work on 4.2?

1. Download OTA rootkeeper from Play store

2. in rootkeeper, temp un-root device.

3. Go to Nexus 7 toolkit and press 6 to stock recovery?

4. OTA update on nexus 7

5. Install SuperSU? and TWRP?

6. Do we still need to rename recovery restore files for 4.2?

7. Do we still need Busybox?

Any clarification would be great. Thanks.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
If you download the OTA (via your N7) it needs stock reocvery to flash it - it won;t work with CMW. However, you could probably find a CMW flashable version on the forum - but that wasn't what you asked,
[Nexus 7 Android Development] mskip:
I really am sorry that some people feel I shouldnt have donate links in my Toolkits or ask for donations to receive the latest Updates before they are available for mass download in the Toolkit thread. I am not going to start digging into why I do things this way as I want to keep this thread about the Toolkit and not about money or people who want everything for fee and expect it immediately.

I know there have been some bugs with 4.2 and most are releated to the way google have implemented multiuser support which has changed how everything has always been in the past. I have neglected some of my Toolkits as I have been working 16hours a day for the last week building toolkits for the Nexus 4 and 10 and damn does the Nexus 10 have alot of internal issues right now lol (toolkit sorts them out though).

I just wanted to post a worklog update that I am currently updating the Galaxy Nexus Toolkit which will be finished and a full build posted in the OP tomorrow night (hopefully), then I will be updating the Nexus 7 Toolkit and posting a full build in the OP with 4.2 support for all models including the new 32GB 3G model Monday or Tuesday depending on how many issues I come accross.

I work 7 days a week trying my hardest to keep the Toolkits up to date and I would like to thank all the people who show appreciation for that (in whatever way they see fit).

Oh and for the people who do show their appreciation with donations (and for people who dont like to wait) the link in the menubar at the top of my website www.skipsoft.net will send an instant email with activation code as soon as paypal completes. If you do want to donate then use http://skipsoft.net/donate/?toolkit=GoogleNexus7 until it is added to the next version as you will get your code alot quicker.

Now PLEASE lets have no more talk about donations in the thread. If you have any questions or issues then feel free to pm me.

If anyone has a current bug list for 3.4.2 and would like to speed up the next release then please message me as it will make my life a bit easier.

Thank you.

Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] MikeRL100:
Thanks for all your hard work! No explanation is needed. It is your toolkit, do with it as you see fit. And you don't need the toolkit to flash and root 4.2. There are prerooted builds on the forums. The toolkit is not a necessity, but a massive convenience, like any toolkit, perhaps even more so. But all the man hours put into this thing requires funding.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] asrdias:
You're sorry??? People from the freeware world like to shout MICRO$OFT because they feel software should be free and MS asks for money in return of the product! This toolkit is shareware from the point of view that full function ability is achieved when the user PAYS! Google does not do it with the Android! Updates are free as the OS so that people like you can then ask for donations? Don't say you're sorry! Say that you need the money, say that you feel that your work deserves payment. Yes, the rooting and flashing can all be done manually without the tool and the tool is a convenience, bla, bla, bla... I get it! I am not against the tool or the fact that it requires a payment to make it work 100%. I hate de donations word because a donation is a voluntary thing I give to say THANK YOU for your work and you are making it compulsory!!! That's what ruiiiined it all... (yeah I say ruined like Stewie Griffin...)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] imatrix:
You simply cannot make everyone happy! Keep up the good work Mark.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Jolest:
Ditto what imatrix wrote... :)
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Stransky:
Exactly, if people are going to criticise the use of the donation word then don't use the Toolkit , find some other way to root and unlock your tablet and let the developer get on with what he does and not have to waste his time and effort replying to the gimmee, gimmee crowd.

Glad to pay for something so useful.

Stransky
[Nexus 7 Android Development] turbobee:
mskip it's cool if you want to ask for donation's, it's your software however it really feels like you are forcing people to donate with the way your auto update system works. Like for 4.2 users it seems it is not even an option to use your software unless they "donate" first. If you're really hard off for money or just plain want money for your work then just say it's pay software. I have decided not to use your software and instead rooted manually using another forum post. Had you supplied the latest version for free (whether it be manual update/download or whatever) I may have donated after I was done. Good luck with your donation software...
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Ted C.:
Used the free tool to upgrade to 4.2

with only a couple easy changes. The donate version isn't required and the steps are explained on page 111 or so on how it's done....
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Krunk_Kracker:
You're a ****.

To quote mskips directly:

So, STFU and get over yourself.

He gave first access to the donators, which is what every damn dev does.

Cry more please.

Also, you own a Nexus device, LRN2ADB and not use the toolkit.

I use it simply for it's ease, but it's not a requirement.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] jazzespresso:
is this tool kit now support Nexus 7, Android 4.2?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] sean.trinidade:
It has always supported the N7, and check page 110 for a list of instructions to root 4.2.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] bangishotyou:
Thanks!

I just wanted to say thanks mskip for this toolkit. I just purchased my Nexus 7 (32 GB) last Wednesday and already had this waiting. I of course decided to do OTA updates to get on 4.2 right away, so I ended up not using the toolkit (since I have ADB setup on my computer and already had everything needed to do things manually anyway). But just knowing I could use the toolkit was enough.

As for those b*tching about the donate thing, f*ck you. This is a toolkit, meaning it's for ease of use. If you can't tinker with your Nexus device manually then you have issues. Also, donations are NOT a requirement. But if you donate you get access to updates quicker, nothing more. If you don't, you get the exact same thing just a bit later. (And considering how many toolkits he's created and supporting, especially for the newer devices and updates, it's hard to fault him, unless your just a d*ck, about taking awhile to update the Nexus 7 toolkit.)

mskip, unfortunately I'm currently broke (yay! Nexus 7 purchase!) but as soon as I get paid again in two weeks I'm going to donate just cause. Not because I'm being "forced" to or anything. But because a good developer, which you are, deserves a little something for their efforts which are provided freely. Keep up the great work and look forward to the updated toolkit BEING FREELY DISTRIBUTED (emphasis on that aimed at the people b*tching, not you mskip).
[Nexus 7 Android Development] DominatingSystem:
work it on windows 8 ?
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Datron:
Mods, please end this madness.

Unclefest v2 alive and kicking - support SeanZ!
[Nexus 7 Android Development] Krunk_Kracker:
mskips is a mod, lol
[Nexus 7 Android Development] raiseup151z:
Wow man calm down. We all believe in donating and supporting the developers. You don't have to get down on your knees.
[Nexus 7 Android Development] joeclark:
well i came from CM10 I installed the factory 4.2 and one click rooted installed... and it worked great

Thank you again!