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[Asus Transformer TF700] Macros746:
That isn't the issue. I'd definitely checked USB debugging (should've mentioned that). I tried to root using motochopper and, though it installed SU, it didn't work properly, so no Goomanager for me. Any other ideas? So let me go step by step. Usb debugging is on. I plug into my computer. It recognizes the Asus as a media device. Then I run Scott's bat file. All seems to be in order. The tablet reboots, and then I'm just sitting on a screen with three icons in the center.....how long should the process take?

Thanks again,

Macros

Please note: Sorry I need so much help. I've never had so much trouble rooting and installing a custom ROM before. This is disturbing me GREATLY!

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Alright. I'm an idiot. I simply hadn't pressed the key in Scott's program to continue. The instructions to highlight the USB icon had thrown me. I'm SO sorry to have taken up time. I will now beat myself with whatever is handy why I install a custom ROM.

:D

Thanks all that helped!!!

Macros
[Asus Transformer TF700] LetMeKnow:
I have been there and done that so many times. Thing will get better after you have a hang of it. You will be happy after you have your custom rom running.. :) BTW, this is how I deal with my frustration. I grab a cold beer and finish it within 5 seconds or shotgun it and come back to figure out what is the problem that I deal with... ;)
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
Double
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
Does installing TWRP provide root access?

Sorry for the naive question but I am new to the Asus Transformer world but have successfully rooted and installed custom ROMs on my Motorola Xoom.

I managed to unlock my TF700T using the Asus unlock tool running 10.6.1.14.10

I now want to root the device and I know the motochopper tool doesn't work on this firmware.

If I use this tool and flash this recovery

openrecovery-twrp-2.6.3.1-tf700t.blob

will the device be rooted?

Or does this process require a rooted device to start with?

Thanks
[Asus Transformer TF700] glevitan:
No. That is a recovery. To flash that file you need an unlocked bootloader only. If you want to root just use the motochopper tool. Then you can flash that recovery by using goo manager.
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
That's the part I find confusing. All I've read suggests that motochopper won't work on my Rom because Asus patched the vulnerability.

So I was hoping to find a way to root without resorting to an earlier build of the firmware.
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
You can install TWRP via fastboot, then install Superuser or SuperSU from TWRP to root.
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
Thanks that seems reasonable.

And presumably I could install a custom ROM and since they are rooted by default I'm good to go?

The 700t is so sluggish with stock firmware that I'm tempted to toss it. A major disappointment with such good hardware.
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
Once you have TWRP installed you don't need to root. Just flash the custom rom (after making sure you have the required bootloader and TWRP version naturally).

If you are looking for a tool to help you, I would recommend the Minimal ADB Fastbot tool

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2317790

Or just install the Android SDK Platform Tools.

Whatever you do: Don't toss it! Once you got CROMi-X 5.2.2. or CM 10.2 installed, the software will match the hardware :D
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
Thanks. I have installed TWRP and that worked fine. I then installed SuperUser and it installed the components to root the device. I also did a Nandroid back to an microSD card.

Now to work out which ROM I should be flashing.
[Asus Transformer TF700] dracinn:
Have you tried CyanogenMod it runs great. I would recommend 10.2 Nightlies right now 11.0 is still pretty early but it does run well I'm running 11.0 12/13/13 Nightly.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Kamaleon:
HI Guys Do you know where i can find US_epad_user_10_4_4_16_UpdateLauncher.zip?

Trying to update to JB. I am rooted, unlocked and have the lastest twrp installed on ICS (9.4.5.30). Went to asus web site and that specific file was not there. Is there another file I may use or can I just update the bootloader from ics to jb without installing that firmware upgrade.

Thanks Steve.
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
You are looking for TF700 firmware?

Because that version number is totally off. The last firmware update was 10.6.1.14.10.

You don't have to upgrade via Asus firmware though. You can just head over to the CROMi-X thread, download the bootloader/TWRP package provided in the OP, flash it in your old TWRP version, reboot (do not skip this step!), boot back into your new TWRP and flash the custom rom of your choice.

You do not want to flash just the 10.6.1.14.x bootloader. Your recovery probably is not compatible with it, so flash both at once.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2425383

Read the entire OP carefully. Really start paying attention once you get past the change logs.
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
Thanks; I decided to flash this ROM

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2425383

It worked pretty well and then I got bold and flashed the kernel flash and chose Hundsbuah. There is such a bewildering selection of options that I really don't know what does what. But so far the tablet is running more like I would have expected a device of that CPU capability to run. It did go into a boot hang once and I had to reflash the original ROM but apart from, it's going well.
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
Good choice! :D

Yeah, sbdags gives us many options and it's a little confusing at once. Just keep following the thread - things will get clear. Or ask - I've been running his roms since CleanROM times....
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
Thanks. I will keep an eye on this thread.

One thing I haven't found yet and it's an option I like on the ROM I flashed for my Motorola Xoom, is the abiilty to move the bottom icons (Backk, Home and Tasks) to the bottom left of the screen. That's where I prefer them to be but it doesn't look like it's an option on this ROM
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
You do have that option in CROMi-X if you choose the 4.1 style launcher! Which is the default installation in CROMi-X - or it used to be :confused:

Anyway, if you go to Settings > Launcher, you can choose the 4.1 launcher. Reboot and and the soft keys will be bottom left, You will have to do without the split notification panels from the top though.

I myself would prefer to have the soft keys in the middle and the Asus notification panel bottom right - but you can't have it all I guess....
[Asus Transformer TF700] Kamaleon:
Indicate me if i have my facts straight first install the bootloader with twrp reboot then install the rom.

It says i must have an custom rom package installed. I have the stock version which was rooted Do i have to change to a custom ics rom version first before doing the process and does it matter that i have the lastest twrp already installed.

Thanks Steve.
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
Aehmmm - not sure if I am getting your situation?

You are:

unlocked

on a rooted stock rom? Which version?

You have TWRP 2.6.3.1 installed (which makes question 1 obsolete...)?

If you are on any 10.6.1.14.x bootloader (on stock that's identical with your firmware version) and you have TWRP 2.6.1 or later installed, then you are good to flash your custom rom.

Create a nandroid backup in TWRP first and copy it somewhere safe, then just flash the rom.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Kamaleon:
I am on a ICS stock rom that came with the tablet (US_epad-9.4.5.30-20120907). I have root acces and the latest TWRP installed, havent installed any custom rom yet. Which way do i go? install the recent asus firmware and rooting it If its posible? or the instructions on Cromi thread.

Thanks.
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
You still didn't give me the TWRP version you have installed - but no matter: Before you can flash any current custom rom you need to update your bootloader.

The easiest and safest way to so is IMHO to flash the bootloader/TWRP package from the CROMi-X thread here: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2425383&page=327

Download the package to your tablet. Boot to TWRP and choose 'Install'. Navigate to the downloaded zip, flash it and then reboot.

I believe the 10.6.1.14.10 bootloader in that package runs ICS stock rom just fine.

But even if it doesn't: IT DOES NOT MATTER (and I know this is going to be tough to believe if you're new to this), as long as you have a working bootloader/recovery combination (and the package above guarantees it), even if the ICS rom doesn't boot - just boot back to TWRP and flash CROMi-X 5.2.3 or CM 10.2 and you'll be fine.

But you have to reboot to system between the bootloader/TWRP flash and the rom flash!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] lchiu7:
OK did that and I much prefer the 4.2 launcher. Maybe because my other devices are on JB 4.3 or 4.4 (Galaxy Nexus and Nexus 5). Plus the Xoom I rooted and flashed is on Team EOS which is a 4.3 based ROM.

As you say you can't have everything but this ROM is so much better than stock.
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
Why? What is the advantage of having the soft keys in the middle, where they are equally unreachable from either hand?
[Asus Transformer TF700] berndblb:
Oh - I can reach 'em alright if I move my arm a little.....;)

I am totally left brained/right handed, always hold the tablet in my left and use my right to scroll, tap, everything - even when docked I interact with the screen only with my right. My left has to support my chin, you know....

They would be perfect for me bottom right! But the middle is the next best thing, bottom left really awkward...
[Asus Transformer TF700] Kamaleon:
Thank You. It worked like a charm.
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
Well, having "go back" on the left isn't so awkward considering that we read from left to right. But maybe me being left-handed has something to do with the fact that I never want to give up the left-aligned on-screen buttons and why I hate the 4.2 layout so much. :)
[Asus Transformer TF700] bsquirrell:
I have come to this discussion late, In order to root,I have read you need to downgrade from JB in order to root, Where can I find the file to do so? And should I unlock it first? I have rooted phones before, but never a tablet. Hope thisisn't a stupid question
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
What is your goal? Root your stock ROM only, or install a custom ROM? For rooting, some version of Towelroot should work even on the latest version of the stock ROM. For installing a custom ROM, you need to unlock your bootloader and install a custom recovery.
[Asus Transformer TF700] joseph473:
Thanks for all the help and suggestions. I now have my Asus rooted on Jelly Bean. The big problem I had was trying to use the tools in Windows on a Mac using Parallels. When I finally dug out an old XP laptop I had not used since 2007 everything went smoothly as in the instructions.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Scott:
Yes, the guide is for people updating to JB from a custom ROM such as AOKP / CM10, etc... Those on JB could indeed use this guyide but would skip step 1.

Maybe drivers? I will put a link to the proper drivers in the OP.

EDIT: Drivers will auto update if you have that feature turned on in Windows.

No, that is fine. Use that.

Haha, Mac, lol. I mean... Oh Mac, that explains it :angel:

Glad you got it going!
[Asus Transformer TF700] waltnich:
I was JB and I unlocked and ran this ROM from step 2. Went fine and last screen congratulated me on successfully getting root. But I was not rooted.

I did it again, total of three times, same result.

I got this report from Root Checker Pro. Is there any way to find and install or move the missing files???

REPORT:

Root Access is not properly configured or was not granted.

Super User Applications Status:

Superuser application - version 3.1.3 - is installed!

SuperSU application - version 0.96 - is installed!

System File Properties for Root Access:

Alternative Location

Check Command: ls -l /system/xbin/sudo:

Result: /system/xbin/sudo: No such file or directory

Analysis: File /system/xbin/sudo does not exist.

Standard Location

Check Command: ls -l /system/bin/su:

Result: /system/bin/su: No such file or directory

Analysis: File /system/bin/su does not exist.

Alternative Location

Check Command: ls -l /sbin/su:

Result: /sbin/su: Permission denied

Analysis: File system permissions restricted and denied access.

Standard Location

Check Command: ls -l /system/xbin/su:

Result: -rwxr-xr-x root shell 380532 2012-09-29 21:17 su

Analysis: Setuid attribute NOT present BUT root user ownership is present. Root access is NOT correctly configured for this file!

Root User ID and Group ID Status:

SU binary not found or not operating properly

System Environment PATH: /sbin /vendor/bin /system/sbin /system/bin /system/xbin

ADB Shell Default User:

ADB shell setting for standard access, stored in default.prop, is configured as: shell (non root) user - ro.secure=1Root Access is not properly configured or was not granted.

Super User Applications Status:

Superuser application - version 3.1.3 - is installed!

SuperSU application - version 0.96 - is installed!

System File Properties for Root Access:

Alternative Location

Check Command: ls -l /system/xbin/sudo:

Result: /system/xbin/sudo: No such file or directory

Analysis: File /system/xbin/sudo does not exist.

Standard Location

Check Command: ls -l /system/bin/su:

Result: /system/bin/su: No such file or directory

Analysis: File /system/bin/su does not exist.

Alternative Location

Check Command: ls -l /sbin/su:

Result: /sbin/su: Permission denied

Analysis: File system permissions restricted and denied access.

Standard Location

Check Command: ls -l /system/xbin/su:

Result: -rwxr-xr-x root shell 380532 2012-09-29 21:17 su

Analysis: Setuid attribute NOT present BUT root user ownership is present. Root access is NOT correctly configured for this file!

Root User ID and Group ID Status:

SU binary not found or not operating properly

System Environment PATH: /sbin /vendor/bin /system/sbin /system/bin /system/xbin

ADB Shell Default User:

ADB shell setting for standard access, stored in default.prop, is configured as: shell (non root) user - ro.secure=1
[Asus Transformer TF700] cocto:
No, that is fine. Use that.

Thanks for your short but clear answer :)

will try your custom rom today.

Regards
[Asus Transformer TF700] Chelseablue:
Edit...

Never mind. Everything is okay.

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That was a scary moment everything is okay now. I am wondering though, to flash SuperSU in TWRP do I flash the file that says CWM-SuperSU...? Or is there another that I missed?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Scott:
Thats fine!

Im going to be updating this little guide after tonight o recomend CWM because twrp has and still is givine me some headaches. Im sure they will work it out though!
[Asus Transformer TF700] Chelseablue:
Heh, I just decided to flash it anyways. After a backup of course. After shelling out 500 bucks on a tab the first flashing will always scare me. It's amazing what you can figure out if you just take a stab at it. TWRP doesnt seem too bad. Im far more used to CWM's look and feel from my Xoom. But from my point of view, and for the most part, they both do the same thing.

Anyways, Cheers for a quick and easy root program.
[Asus Transformer TF700] dan.kels.r:
i am downloading the ops updated clean rom version 2.2 The recommended recovery for that rom is the latest cwm touch. can i use the tool in this op and just rename the cwm recovery to recovery.blob?
[Asus Transformer TF700] Scott:
Scratch that, I changed the op. I didint realize twrp was updated.

You can use twrp now. I am back on it!
[Asus Transformer TF700] HazeTaze:
i have the same question! is it possible to use your script to install clockworkmode recovery?
[Asus Transformer TF700] cmdrdredd:
Yes just be sure when you download the image file you save it as all files and not disk image type and name it recovery.blob

I made this mistake just now.

Basically when you get the popup window to ask where you want to download the file it will usually default to save it as a disk image. Change that to all files and name it recovery.blob. Then it will be of a type that the tool can read.

I have had bad flashes with TWRP and caused bootloops and had to restore a nandroid to get working. CWM would install the same rom with no issues. So I just use CWM on all my devices.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Chaos_Crafter:
I hope I'm not being stupid...

I'm a complete noob here (this is my post #1).

I really appreciate the work you've done to make root accessible for the tf700t

I've carefully followed your instructions (having skipped step 1 because I'd already updated to JB)

When I hit step 3 I get no result. I downloaded the CWM-SuperSU-v0.96.zip file, and copied it to my internal sdcard (/sdcard/)

I then restarted in recovery mode (power up with vol-Dn held, click vol-Up to select rck)

and after telling me the signature matched, I briefly got the updating panel (spinning icosohedron over open android) and then I got the dead-android with the !

I rebooted, and all was fine, but I still don't have root.

I have assumed that step 2 would not work if I didn't have an unlocked device? I'm not 100% that my device was unlocked, but having rooted it when on ICS (guess who forgot root-keeper :)) I have assumed it was unlocked then and still is now.

Anyway, thanks for all your hard work, and for your patience with noobs like me.
[Asus Transformer TF700] cmdrdredd:
When you startup the device look at the upper left corner of the screen. In tiny text it should say "this device is unlocked" if not, you are not unlocked and must begin at step 1.
[Asus Transformer TF700] tijsva:
I received the JB update from Asus on my stock TF700, so I want to root the device. I downloaded the asus unlock tool and the device is unlocked. Now I followed step #2 since I already have JB, but it keeps saying:

Here we go! Rebooting to bootloader now!

error: device not found

Debugging is checked as well as unknown sources. Any suggestions? :(

FIXED: Needed the USB driver lol
[Asus Transformer TF700] toyosup88:
So my device has never been rooted or unlocked and I'm on jb....will this work for me?
[Asus Transformer TF700] spillner:
Need help

I am unlocked and running stock JB with no root. I have been trying to run recovery tool but everytime I get "device not found" I have installed the USB drivers and can see my tablet under portable devices in the device manager. I have installed drivers from both the Asus website and here on the forums. Is their something I'm missing?

Nevermind, I didn't notice that it was in 2 locations in device manager
[Asus Transformer TF700] thecoolbob:
Thank you

Thank you Scott for this guide. It helped me re-root my tf700 when I lost root after upgrading to jelly bean.
[Asus Transformer TF700] botakkinclong:
YAY it works!!!

phew after two days of trying to find ways to root my baby this one works !! yesterday i tried to flash the 2.3.1.0 TWRp but i didnt work so i tried with the older TWRP which is 2.2.2.3 and it flashed it right away :laugh:
[Asus Transformer TF700] redheadplantguy:
Zip file link said CWM flashable. Can it be flashed with TWRP now?
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Yes you can.
[Asus Transformer TF700] IT_Scooter:
Help - now stuck in bootloop :(

My TF700 is unlocked and on JB, I ran your tool - worked first time with no reported errors, but now I'm stuck in a bootloop :(

I can boot into twrp recovery and have a microSD that I can put files on, I was happy with stock JB, what can I do to resolve the bootloop?

any suggestions / ideas will be most appreciated
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
Did you try to reflash CleanRom??
[Asus Transformer TF700] stanglifemike:
Just my opinion, but thought you might add(in post #2) that you will get a Warning after flashing the update, and after selecting to reboot, that will say "Warning: No OS is installed, are you sure you want to reboot?". Might freak some people out, and have them searching the forums for what to do before preciding. Just my thoughts though :silly: . Awesome write-up you've made for everyone, and I'm sure many people are very very thankful for this!!!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] IT_Scooter:
no, I need a WW Rom - not a US one
[Asus Transformer TF700] IT_Scooter:
It's all good now - I re-did everything from step #1 :)
[Asus Transformer TF700] Thibor69:
Noobie question ..sorry.. I am moving from a rooted Fire to my new Infinity TF700.

Your Pre-requisites are:

1) Unlocked bootloader

2) Custom Recovery

3) Any version of TF700T

4) Windows 7 or Windows 8 PC

=================================

Question #1) - Do I just use the asus utility to unlock the boot loader ??

Question #2) - How do I install a custom recovery without installing TWRP first ? or do you mean just have a custom recovery ready for use after I install TWRP in your Step #2 ??

Question #3) - Any version of TF700T ? What does that mean ? Do you mean official TF700T firmware ? Or are you saying I need the device ( lol )

Thank you so much !

.
[Asus Transformer TF700] gundamwfan:
Couldn't get this to work on my computer at first, switched from a USB 3.0 port to a USB 2.0 port and then it worked. Great job, and I appreciate your efforts and explanation.
[Asus Transformer TF700] buhohitr:
1. Yes this is the only way to unlock your device. Asus unlock tool will work for both ICS and JB

2. TWRP and CWR are custom recovery. Depend on the rom and your taste, pick one. Some roms, recommended by Developer to use one versus another. Most roms should not matter which one to use, so mainly is your taste. Most people like to use TWRP because it's easier to use.

3.Any TF700 verion refered to International or Domestic version. When they said version they refered to SKU version when you download your rom, like US, TW, WW etc..So either you have US(North America) or WW(world wide), JP(Japan), it doesn't matter! the custom recovery can be use for all regardless.

LOL!!!!
[Asus Transformer TF700] Thibor69:
...I dont know how but I fixed my problem... so MOD delete this if needed.

Thanks
[Asus Transformer TF700] mertmag:
No fastboot after update to jb 4.1.1

After I updated to the stock JB I would not get fastboot to work because my PC would not recognize the drivers. I tried everything. Uninstalled the asus drives and asus software. I used the universal naked drivers. My device would show but still would not work in fastboot. FINALLY after trying 2 different usb ports on the front of my PC I tried a usb 3.0 port on the back of my PC and BINGO! It worked. Good God what a mess. Got TWRP back so I guess I'm good. Hope this helps some poor soul out there. XDAdevelopers sites ROCK. P.S. there were alot more people supporting the xoom than the asus.
[Asus Transformer TF700] zorino2:
I already did it with this guide problem loss, but after all i have a question:

The unlocking device with the asus utility as the step number zero(section 0) is optional or required?

(to only have CleanROM + root)

After re-installing last JB update once more, there remain "Device is unlocked" ?
[Asus Transformer TF700] _that:
Unlocking is required for fastboot to work, and it is irreversible. So if you already unlocked once, it will stay unlocked and you do not need to unlock again.
[Asus Transformer TF700] Headcase_Fargone:
Hi all, I posted this in Hiemanshu's thread but haven't seen a response yet and am getting worried. I've been running his unofficial CM10 for over a month now on the .26 bootloader. I was told I needed to update to .30, which I did, but I missed the part about generating blobs and making backups with nvflash.

How screwed am I at this point? Can I simply flash the official JB update? Will that be dangerous without backups? I've never had to use nvflash for anything before, even on my TF201. I already have a recent version of CWM installed...