yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[General Questions and Answers] Fvolfrine:
Thanks - not sure how to install a ROM without a bootloader. I guess I'll just keep looking, hopefully superdragonpt will come back to this at some point.
[General Questions and Answers] jole1999:
I found one tutorial how to unlock the bootloader and install recovery (I did not test it myself, so I don't know if it will work), here's the link: http://androidforums.com/threads/gu...us-backup-restore-unlock-and-recovery.805826/
[General Questions and Answers] Fvolfrine:
Awesome [MENTION=5483244]jole1999[/MENTION], I will give that a shot today!
[General Questions and Answers] HGH 878:
hi

Hi guys

I have a question.

I've rooted me memo pad hd 7 successfully.

but 4 days ago I changed the Vm Heap size and when i restarted my tablet( to affect the changes) it didn't turn up anymore.

also from recovery menu it doesn't turns up.

what should I do??

do flashing makes it on???

thanks for your help and sorry by my english
[General Questions and Answers] xantiux:
You and me both.
[General Questions and Answers] jole1999:
You can get the files and instructions here: http://www.modaco.com/topic/371237-romsrecoveries-list-of-roms-for-asus-memo-hd-7/
[General Questions and Answers] Jervisd:
Same problem here

I have the same problem. I'm thinking if I could find an update.img or system.img file I would be able to flash through fastboot, but the one i've found are not working. Help please.
[General Questions and Answers] djdynamite123:
Hi, I want to root my daughters HD 7. She is sick and tired of the haul of adds in every game she plays on it. To be honest they are a joke, it's not just one here and their, they are everywhere taking over the app at times. (Adblock + proxy just doesn't work, total balls to that)

What's the easiest and safest method?
[General Questions and Answers] jole1999:
Easiest and safest method is an app called framaroot.
[General Questions and Answers] djdynamite123:
Thanks pal, iv's just been reading it up before you answered. Appears Motochopper is the second option if it fails. I gather SuperSu installs automatically? is there any kind of things that need setting in supersu? also does that automatically update with the supersu in the playstore? What happens if you factory reset the device while rooted? does it keep or remove the root? thanks.
[General Questions and Answers] jole1999:
Yes, the latest supersu should be installed once you root the device with framaroot. If the supersu updates through playstore, you just need to open supersu app and it should ask you to update supersu binary, choose yes and choose the method (I always choose normal). If you factory reset the device the root shouldn't be lost, but I do not recommend doing a factory reset while rooted, first unroot, factory reset, root again. :)
[General Questions and Answers] djdynamite123:
Ok cool, has anyone tried factory resetting whilst rooted? what happened as a result? .... In that case how do you unroot. Is there a option to unroot through a 1 click tool? Sorry for the ultra nubness. Lolz.
[General Questions and Answers] jole1999:
When you root your device and go to the supersu app, under settings there is an option for full unroot. If something happens with factory reset, the worst case would be bootloop, if you get an bootloop you just the instruction for unbricking the device.
[General Questions and Answers] djdynamite123:
Ok I tried 1.9.3 of Framaroot and selected Boromir it says successfull but after a reboot/shutdown it has no supersu and root checker says no root access? However the device now has a running app or service called wakelocklist and I can install and open SuperSu.. What is this wakelocklist about?
[General Questions and Answers] jole1999:
I don't know about wakelock app, if you installed supersu and supersu binary, try to download somekind of cpu clock changer or something like that, that should ask for root permissions, if it doesn't then try to root it with framaroot 1.6.3
[General Questions and Answers] djdynamite123:
Well must be working as I can run Adaway from the F-Droid store. Maybe root detectors don't pickup it's actually rooted. Strange though. From experience, Adaway best choice currently?

Opps and yeah I installed supersu and supersu binary (normal) it updated also.

---------- Post added at 07:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:07 PM ----------

Ahh, the problem is some root checking apps don't seem to ping up the SuperSu request, therefore it has to return no root. It's definitely rooted! :)
[General Questions and Answers] djdynamite123:
Just a head up, simple root has made a world of difference with adaway and adblock plus installed and running, from what I gather never or rarely get anymore adds. Is the tablet best off just sticking with the original updated 4.2.2? currently haven't experienced any issues at all since rooting. On another note, is there any root tricks or anything for any performance boosts for the device other than smart device saver disabled.
[General Questions and Answers] Fvolfrine:
I know that there are ways to install custom roms, but having spent a little time researching, both on this forum and elsewhere, it doesn't appear to be an easy task. So at least we can root.

Are there any xposed apps like Wanam for the Memo Pad?
[General Questions and Answers] uluxus:
Keen to know this too.

It seems like a great device for price, but not much interest in development.
[General Questions and Answers] SORAnoDYStopia:
Just a quick note, framaroot (boromir) roots asus memopad 173x build 4.2.4

Just confirmed it myself on my ex's tablet.

Sora.
[General Questions and Answers] elenac:
How did you do that?

I don't know how did you do that. They ask for Factory image and it shows an error when uploading ME image factory. What image factory did you use?. Good thing is that I found the good drivers for my ME173x in Fastboot Mode = PDANET Drivers. Thanks for sharring.
[General Questions and Answers] Jveehan:
Help

Hi

can I ask if its possible to use SanDisk Ultra MicroSD 64GB card on memo pad HD 7 me173x. I bought the 64GB card by mistake . I heard I have to format the SD card for the memo pad to recognize it but I don't have a PC to do that. Please advise, Thanks.
[General Questions and Answers] Willjoe2442:
tablet prep. settings > backup & reset > factory data reset > check “erase internal storage” > click the reset button and follow any additional prompts.

the root exploit. .

fixing any problems.

Regards,

Willjoe
[General Questions and Answers] tomrev:
OTG fuction

It looks like don't clear which degree HD7 support OTG but that usb port not just for charging and files transfering.

I bought HD7 through online shop and I thought that it would support OTG like predecessor. I would not buy it If I knew that before. Highly hope for 4.2.2 update to fully activate OTG support.
[General Questions and Answers] enkelad:
Can anyone confirm is OTG going to work with some future updates?
[General Questions and Answers] KalleEatingBrain:
I just checked out the MTK tools and was able to extract boot.img and more. Also I softbricked my device while trying to flash CWM. This issue should be solvable as soon as Asus releases flashable firmware.
[General Questions and Answers] kaneco:
OTG 3g PEN an OTG to HDMI

Hello all

Can anyone please clarify me about this?

It is possible to use this adapters to use the usb otg port to connect to hdmi and 3g data cards pen

1- This for powered form the power supply the 3g pen on the tablet

On attach

2-This one to "create a mhl hdmi port powered from power supply

On attach

Best regards
[General Questions and Answers] BrBucket:
I also softbricked my ME173 after editing the build.prop, is there any way to upload a new build.prop to the device?

Or I have to wait for a custom recovery?
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
If You can see device over adb, have root and usb debugging enabled, You can push original build.prop and set permissions.

In my case I couldn't get access over adb. So now my MEMO Pad in service.
[General Questions and Answers] BrBucket:
OK thanks, guess I'll have to service it then. Can't get access over adb also.
[General Questions and Answers] enkelad:
Why is my bluetooth transfer so slow? IT's about 60 kbps. That's too slow for BT 4.0. On my laptop is BT 3.0 so they should be compatible speedwise.

What could be the problem?
[General Questions and Answers] psixichka:
ok since there is no dedicated forum/thread maybe you guys can help? How do you edit the # of screens on an unrooted device?

plus what roms are available& whats the benefit of rooting this particular device?
[General Questions and Answers] enkelad:
screens edit pinch on the home screen, u get several options from there or install another launcher
[General Questions and Answers] ericmaxman:
Block ads, change CPU governor, backup system image, xposed framework support, remove bloat apps, titanium backup etc
[General Questions and Answers] pine2103:
Hi everyone,

My MPHD7 has been rooted, thanks for the posting. But now, I cant find how to add cwm recovery to it. So you guys, can you help me about this?

Thanks alot.
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
Don't flash custom recovery. You will brick device.
[General Questions and Answers] LeoNg628:
Wow, how come so fast to root this small Tablet....I'm still wondering buy it or not, seems it's worth to buy~ :)
[General Questions and Answers] Sprint82:
Yeah, it's really worth.
[General Questions and Answers] biceman:
Thees two ae the files that I have found to be related with calendar. Hope it helps!
[General Questions and Answers] ramonn22:
sorry for my bad English. Today I was messing my new Asus Memopad HD 7 and discovered the application CPU Identifier that has 2GB of RAM

but only one usable
[General Questions and Answers] Muffel2k:
I bought the pad today and went to. Fortunately I checked this forum about the OTG capability of the pad. After reading this "bad" news I just had a web chat with an ASUS represantative and he said that it's NOT possible to use an OTG cable with i.e. a SD card reader to transfer files from a full size card directly to the pad ... well his option was to use another computer and send it by bluetooth *cough*

Thank god I didn't opened the packaging yet so I can return the pad tomorrow ... such a beautiful tablet and not OTG ... too sad :(
[General Questions and Answers] KalleEatingBrain:
research.

Hey,

I did a bit of research on the device:

Mediatek who provide the CPU are a small company that used to build chips for MP3-Players, ebook-reader and wireless chipsets.

Their newer CPUs for "low-end" devices like our memo pad are somehow pretty common, but not very documented, because mostly non-tech-savy people buy low-end smartphones. Mediatek claims to be linux friendly and offers a email request service. I will try to get in contact with them in the next few day to see what they could do for us, thinking about CyanogenMod, etc.

The MTK8125 is their new flagship, and the memo pad and a acer iconia tablet are the first and only devices to use it, maybe following the acer threads, too, could improve development for things the devices have in common.

Older smartphones that shipped with MTK6589 CPUs could be rooted and backed up with this piece of software:

[UTIL][WIN][MT65xx] MTK Droid Root & Tools | MediaTek Android Smartphone

The MTK Droid Root & Tools were able to identify the memopad and I was able to create a system backup. Creating CWM with this tool works* but flashing it turns the tablet into a brick.

Now, having a boot.img and a lot of other system files, we could really start thinking about some serious development.

For flashing the SP Flashtool could be relevant but I have not tested it, yet.

Sadly both tools are for windows and gui-only, so I have no idea what they really do.

I hope someone could turn this into something useful, because I really liked to see Cyanogenmod on this awesome device.

If you need the backup I created for anything or any other backup ;) , drop me a message.

Best regards,

Kalle

EDIT:

* How to install CWM on most rooted mtk devices
[General Questions and Answers] Muffel2k:
rofl ... just had another chat with a different ASUS guy through the web chat support and he told me that USB-OTG is indeed supported by the pad, at least the hardware is supporting this so it might be a software problem ... connecting a USB stick or a USB card reader should work if you use a USB 2.0 OTG cable ...
[General Questions and Answers] et1ssgmiller:
I was told by two different online ASUS people that the USB-OTG should work. I have a USB 2.0 OTG cable, loaded the USB Host Diagnostics apk by Chainfire, followed all the instructions, it attempted to "fix" the firmware. Still doesn't see the USB stick.
[General Questions and Answers] krugm0f0:
Thanks. I rooted my gf's pad just now. Can't believe there isn't a forum for the pad yet?
[General Questions and Answers] Muffel2k:
I returned mine this morning and picked up a Hisense Sero 7 Pro at Walmart. That one worked right out of the box with the Nexus Media Importer. It's a bit heavier but feels better and it seems that the display does not gather as much grease and fingerprints than the Memo display.

So before everyone now rush and picks up a Hisense Sero 7 Pro I have just done this because I will fly back home next week and in case I am not fully satisifed I can return it. I am nearly 100% sure that with a custom kernel the Memo will get the same OTG capability as the Nexus 7 / Hisense Sero 7 Pro. More important is that the Memo will get custom roms more likely than the Hisense.
[General Questions and Answers] stifnec:
need some help I successfully rooted my Asus Memo Pad hd 7 then I install the chainfire, after installing it and and tried to install the drivers, which I forgot to put it in the root folder (my bad), now my tab is stuck on the Asus logo with the circle going on circle. Tried to reset it to factory but still the same. any help would be appreciated.:(
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
look in this thread http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2391593
[General Questions and Answers] stifnec:
I tried this but unfortunately while the tablet is loading (asus logo) my computer is unable to install the driver. After a couple of tries it was able to install it but then I'm always getting a code 10 from the device. I have a question, if you do a wipe on cache and reset it to factory reset, can they still detect if the device is rooted? I mean I can't use ADB or fastboot and all on this as the device always getting code 10 when trying to detect it.
[General Questions and Answers] et1ssgmiller:
Start up with battery < 30%

Does anyone know if there is a way to get the tablet to start up after the battery has reached 30% or less? When I try to power up the tablet I get a big battery icon with a red level in it. But the tablet won't start unless I plug in the charger. No problems powering up if the batter level is > 30%. Is this something that can be turned off, or defeated? I'm use to letting my other tablets batteries run down to <20% before charging them. I haven't seen any guidance in the users manual or on the web site.
[General Questions and Answers] antbkr:
Thanks

I'm rooted with motochopper [on ubuntu] and it's working perfectly. Thanks.

Build version: ME173X_WW_user_4.2.2.91525_20130711
[General Questions and Answers] Insane`:
I started it with even 6% battery left, your battery stats must be off, checkout a app witch shows voltage, if its over 3.3 v is fine
[General Questions and Answers] ericmaxman:
Could a new update be coming soon?
[General Questions and Answers] BrBucket:
After editing my build.prop the memo pad does not boot any more and is not accessible through adb.

Can someone send me an original build.prop?

Maybe there is a way to create an update.zip where the build.prop gets replaced by the Original(?)

Any tips on how to create the update.zip for replacing the build.prop are welcome.
[General Questions and Answers] geelu:
Are you using Windows 7 64bit? I have the same problem with Windows7 64bit. It has to be a driver problem, because my old Windows XP has found the tablet and installed the drivers without error.

I haven't found a solution for that right now, but i'm still searching for it. I will write again when i found one.
[General Questions and Answers] stifnec:
yes I'm using a Win 7 64bit. Actually I manage to install it but the problem now is, the computer will detect the USB, then after a few minutes it willl go CODE 10, like the tablet is not being detected anymore.
[General Questions and Answers] Jorge Moreira:
I am very interested in acquiring this equipment, however my purchase only holds whether the OTG cable works with a USB 3G.

Works well? Can anyone confirm me this information?

Regards,

Jorge Moreira
[General Questions and Answers] ericmaxman:
OTG does not work. No OTG support here.
[General Questions and Answers] mm2m.mm2m:
OTG Functionality

in the name of Allah

hi everyone

First: Please forgive me for bad English

Second: Such a great tablet and no OTG?!!! I cant believe. I think there is a software issue and not a hardware one. If the 4.2.2 firmware is lunched?

who can say it will 100% solve the problem? I have ordered this pad recently but i didn't know such problem.
[General Questions and Answers] :
http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/EeePAD/ME173X/ASUS_Android_USB_drivers_for_Windows.zip

This is a direct link to the drivers on Asus's website.

Go to device manager uninstall the current drivers associated with the tablet. Then press action -> scan for hardware changes. ME173X should show up now. Then press browse my computer for drivers, then press let me pick, press have disk and then install the adb drivers.
[General Questions and Answers] stifnec:
already did this and the drivers are installed properly but each time I connect the device after a few minutes it will go code 10.anyhow I gave up and send it to Asus they said they will replace the mobo, not really sure why though...
[General Questions and Answers] :
It might be a faulty usb port on the mobo, I assume it's easier to replace the mobo then desolder the port and resolder the new one.

Anywho, I just picked a ME173x. Do you know how to access the stock recovery?
[General Questions and Answers] mody_man:
thx
[General Questions and Answers] stifnec:
Power + the Vol up ?
[General Questions and Answers] Neko2394:
I've a problem with this tablet, when the screen displays white or gray, I can see some flickering but not all the time. Does anyone has the same problem ? :confused:
[General Questions and Answers] ericmaxman:
I have the same issue..sometimes.....
[General Questions and Answers] tempurastylez:
Asus Memopad HD7 Forum request

Hi all,

The Asus Memopad HD7 is a low-budget device with great specs, and lots are sold already. In my opinion it deserves its own forum on XDA, if you think the same, then please post on the "New Device Forum Requests" thread:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1660354

---------- Post added at 03:06 PM ---------- Previous post was at 02:24 PM ----------

I just came across a thread about making custom TWRP recoveries. Unfortunately, it is not for newbies like me.

Maybe there is someone out there who knows this stuff and is able to compile a working TWRP version for the Memopad HD7?

Here is a link for anyone interested in it: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1943625
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
You will brick pad with custom recovery.
[General Questions and Answers] Sprint82:
I think it has to do with the battery saving options, there is an option for brightness control (don't know how it is called and the tablet is at home). Try to turn that option off and there should be no more flickering.
[General Questions and Answers] obscuresword:
Please give your thoughts when you get back. I really would like to know who the screens compare to each other.
[General Questions and Answers] tempurastylez:
Could you explain why installing a custom recovery on the Memo pad HD7 will brick it? Sorry for the noob question
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
There is lack of information about this device. Looks like it have locked bootloader. Some guy from 4pda forum tried to flash custom recovery and he bricked the pad.
[General Questions and Answers] fqr:
i had the same problem and it was solved by unchecking "smart backlight adjuster" at settings>asus customsed settings. apparently the thing isn't as smart as asus thought ;)

apart from that my screen has a green/yellow tint and contrast isn't as good as it can be when watching movies. i reduced the false tinting with screen ajuster app, but that only allows you to increase colours, but not reduce... same with contrast (which is just useless)...

does anybody know an app or tweak to adjust the colours and contrast in both ways?
[General Questions and Answers] tempurastylez:
Micro SD card stuck

Hello,

On some Memo Pad HD7 the SD card will umount itself, when you bend the tablet a little bit or push one of the buttons. Unfortunately, this issue happens on my pad and in a different forum some users report that putting a thin layer of tape on the micro sd card will make a more secure fit.

I put too many layers of tape on it, now the sd card fits really good but can't be ejected. Any idea on how to remove the sd card without taking apart the tablet?

Thanks in advance for ideas and help!
[General Questions and Answers] Insane`:
gnison esteem

I bet most of you who got a problem with Micro-SD slot, is because you fitted the card upside down first and damaged the secure lock, and that's understandable because ASUS did not marked or drowned how the SD card should be inserted, you have to be very careful and look inside that space first to identify the pins and insert the Micro-SD the correct order.
[General Questions and Answers] assa4:
I need backup of livewallpaper.apk, I deleted mine and now I can't update because Livewallpaper.apk cant be found.

I hope someone can help me with this and upload it, thanks :fingers-crossed:
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
Here You go
[General Questions and Answers] assa4:
Thank you very much, now it it tells me "LiveWallpapersPicker.apk" is missing

I really would appreciate if you could upload this too, thank you
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
Pick up
[General Questions and Answers] assa4:
Great,I also need "Parentlock.apk" please, I hope this is the last app which is missing, is there a another(faster) way to check which apps are gone and needed to update?
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
Catch
[General Questions and Answers] assa4:
settlerbprdata

thanks, "WeatherTime.apk" should be the last missing app
[General Questions and Answers] Hikari no Tenshi:
WeatherTime.zip - 18.39 MB
[General Questions and Answers] sajty:
Hi guys. I have strange problem with battery stats. They are resetting after some time in idle, so I see in battery stats only 99% in idle and nothing more. Another problem is, that I can use for example browser for an hour, but I don't see anything about browser in battery stats, only screen time and Wi-Fi, no info about used browser. Anyone has similar problem?
[General Questions and Answers] Sprint82:
I have the same issue, battery full Level is only 99%.
[General Questions and Answers] psixichka:
Can someone please let me know how to get Awesome note Hd on this device? tia

i tried downloading it but it doesnt work
[General Questions and Answers] GeneralZod123:
Encryption?

Hi all,

Has anyone managed to get Encryption working? I ditched my old, no-name tablet because the "Encryption" option was completely missing from the "Security" menu, and now I finding the same issue with the Memo Pad HD 7! Is there anything in particular I need to do to get it to show up?

I bought it from Currys in the UK yesterday, and it is running the stock Android 4.2.1. Encryption is supposed to be a built-in feature for Android, so I can't imagine why two tablets I've bought don't seem to have the feature at all ...

Build number:

ME173X_WW_user_4.2.2.91525_20130711 release-keys

Cheers!