yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[LG Optimus G Pro] GabrielCool1:
Okay thanks, after towelrooted i need to install a custom recovery(to install PurePerformancesX) so, the recovery you have on the post still works? with all the updates happened..
[LG Optimus G Pro] Addicted2xda:
No, this recovery won't work...

I am also searching for a custom recovery for OGP....
[LG Optimus G Pro] Schrotty35:
Not work on my E986. It found two devices, the phone and a ghost device. Whene i turn off usb debugging it found only the device but get no permission.
[LG Optimus G Pro] rakionowner:
Conflict...?

Since i follow your guide, it doesnt work on my device.. I did follow the guide every step with carefully... I just found it other way to root it via > http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2699067
[LG Optimus G Pro] guitarboy021:
Hi i know im pretty late on this.. But does this still work on kitkat? If it doesnt is there any other way to bypass or unlock the bootloader.. Freegee doesn't work and i cant seem to find the kdz file for stock jelly bean.
[LG Optimus G Pro] artssa:
And what about this procedure to install TWRP Recovery with FreeGee, even when using Stock KitKat 4.4??? Have anyone tested it?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3054295
[LG Optimus G Pro] Tushcool:
Unable to root my phone. I followed every single step but it gave me error.

Unable to root my phone. I followed every single step but it gave me error. I tried with different laptop also but no solution. pls help
[LG Optimus G Pro] Addicted2xda:
Enable USB debugging in Developer options.

Check in Device Manager on your PC if the phone is recognized properly (not under unknown device).
[LG Optimus G Pro] Tushcool:
I managed to enter into recovery

I downloaded G pro rec apk and installed it
[LG Optimus G Pro] insanesteve:
Use LGP to reload all stock firmware, download update, reroot, all fixed.
[LG Optimus G Pro] :
If you were stock rooted with stock recovery and not CWM or TWRP you could have taken the update no problem and kept root :)
[LG Optimus G Pro] Jasbo:
I have been unsuccessful 4 times now trying to update with the stock recovery. My device is all stock with exception to root, so I un-installed root completely with clean up through superuser but the update still fails saying im still root also.

So I was going to flash the OP TOT file, but it also wont download completely for some reason. Server keeps timing out at different times during the download and I cant get a complete download. Anyone have a link to where I can get the TOT file?
[LG Optimus G Pro] jdk2:
This one's on a fast server. It's the latest update and can be rooted with the previous methods: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=43541278&postcount=1
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Updated OP with this info, I appreciate it.

Thanks!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Updated OP with more info.
[LG Optimus G Pro] anilakarsu93:
Can I use with my E986?
[LG Optimus G Pro] pramod1969:
Root works very well

Finally I was able to root my phone and able to see superuser. Letting the phone sit 3 minutes is probably the key.

If anyone knows a safe way to use rooted phone as mobile hotspot, please post.

Thank you.
[LG Optimus G Pro] Jammol:
Weird you guys are saying wait for put to 3 minutes. As soon as I connect mine it's recognized and I can hit enter ans root.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Look in the General section, an entire post on how to safely get your hotspot working.

Some computers are faster than others recognizing the hardware when switching from charge only to MTP, mine takes a while.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
I believe so but cannot guarantee it.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Did you successfully use this root?

Thanks!
[LG Optimus G Pro] anilakarsu93:
I didn't try yet. I'll pm you in a few days
[LG Optimus G Pro] pramod1969:
Finally enjoying the rooted phone with wifi tether enabled by SQLite.

I will look for a way to get rid off AT&T bloat, but battery life and performance are not affected so far by them.

Thanks for all senior members help.
[LG Optimus G Pro] mutton:
Root works on my E988! Superb and thank you!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Thanks, added note to OP
[LG Optimus G Pro] mutton:
Can the above CWM be used for E988? Would it pose any issue?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Go here for E988 CWM or TWRP

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=43541484
[LG Optimus G Pro] mutton:
Thank you Sir!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Updated OP

Thanks
[LG Optimus G Pro] liamR:
I can confirm that the root works for the E989 too :victory:

Thank you!

Now I'm looking for working TWRP/CWM recovery, too afraid to try one because every model have its own custom recovery.

Any ideas ?

Here is a link to my rom original image -

http://csmgdl.lgmobile.com/swdata/WDLSW/LGE989/AISRBK/E98910A_00/E98910A_00.kdz
[LG Optimus G Pro] phatmanxxl:
That was so easy, my daughter appreciates it cause I interrupted her Animal Jam game to root. It took maybe three minutes.
[LG Optimus G Pro] jmenbalek:
Hi,

on the principle it's good for the e985 ?

thank's
[LG Optimus G Pro] titus1:
I would just like to confirm if this rooting method would work on E988 Int'l version?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Yes, it has been used.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
If you post this in one of the recoveries threads, you will get a lot more help to be honest. I believe FreeGee is your best bet, it will tell you if it is available and only takes a minute to find out.
[LG Optimus G Pro] titus1:
Yes, it worked. Thanks
[LG Optimus G Pro] liamR:
I did, thanks :good:

You can edit the op, E989 root supported.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Updated OP info

Thanks!
[LG Optimus G Pro] jmenbalek:
Hi ,

ok i have try on a e986 and it's good !

This method run with e986 without problem , thank's .
[LG Optimus G Pro] vivebatu:
Works perfectly....great set of instructions...thanks very much
[LG Optimus G Pro] drumbeater79:
MTP unrecognized

MTP unrecognized by my laptop but charging only and PTP was recognized. Any help? Please.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
You need to reinstall the LG drivers again, this happened to me at first. Also, if you're using a laptop with XP, that causes issues too.

...on top of a mountain...and you're not invited!
[LG Optimus G Pro] RobbyTouchHD:
Is there a way to unroot the G Pro?
[LG Optimus G Pro] psal217050:
Follow the instructions in this link. It will put it back to factory state.

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=44352355
[LG Optimus G Pro] drumbeater79:
I successfully rooted my phone using the root for E988, and not this version posted in the OP. I also directly plugged the phone as MTP, and not plugging it as charge only. It solved my previous problem. Thanks guys!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Weird, this root works on the E988, it is the basic same root. Glad you got it rooted though..enjoy.

...on top of a mountain...and you're not invited!
[LG Optimus G Pro] riz157:
Can rooting cause any issues?

I've always rooted my phones and never had issue but recently rooted my Xperia zl and ever since it turns off whenever I try load google maps navigation. I have to either wait few mins or connect to charger the it's fine.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
I have been rooted for over a month, not one issue.

...on top of a mountain...and you're not invited!
[LG Optimus G Pro] psal217050:
Only issue I have seen, other than voiding the warranty, is that it makes you want to flash more ROMs.
[LG Optimus G Pro] riz157:
That's true it's a shame there are no roms for OGP.
[LG Optimus G Pro] Frankie_Ho:
i m using e988

n this device has an update recently

so can this root method works for the new version?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
It should, but if it does not, it will just fail.

...on top of a mountain...and you're not invited!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Just wondering what other variants of our phone have used this root, would like to keep this updated.
[LG Optimus G Pro] kokogambo:
i am trying to root my:

Optimus LG pro L-04E device, with this method:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2006946

section: How to "root" your Optimus G

I am doing:

Put the phone into "Charge Only" mode at Settings->General->PC connection->USB connection type

Open CurrentRoot.bat and follow its prompts. You will need to change from "Charge Only" to "Media sync (MTP)" mode. The setting is in the same place.

then when i am continue with the script i got:

D:\L04E\ZV9-ZVB-Universal-Root\ZV9-ZVB-Universal-Root>adb shell

- exec '/system/bin/sh' failed: Operation not permitted (1) -

check_LGE_official: enable_root = 0, size = 1

now i get this message even after reboot when executing "adb shell"

someone knows what the issue is?

there is another way to root the device?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Did you try the root method and the root from this thread? The root in this thread is updated. It may or may not work. Follow the instructions to a T..be patient. Also, make sure you are installing the drivers for your phone.
[LG Optimus G Pro] minnaing:
It is working for my E988 GCC Middle East version 10a. Rooted.:good:
[LG Optimus G Pro] clippy83:
tried rooting three times already and it keeps saying cannot stat busybox and cannot stat superuser and it doesnt work i have waited 5 minutes instead of 3 and still no root what am ik doing wrong i downloaded the new zip file in the op
[LG Optimus G Pro] devilsneck:
Is there a way to undo this in case I ever need to send in my phone during warranty?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Full unroot in superuser
[LG Optimus G Pro] clippy83:
my computer says adbd already running as root everytime i try this. and says cannot install superuser i did it exactly like the op says. any suggestions?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
It may be detecting 2 interfaces in Device Manager? It may detecting the MTP interface, but what about the ADB interface. Usually ADB appears under Android Device and MTP under Portable Devices. Is there anything under "Other Devices"? E980something or other? Only other thing I could think is that there is a hung up ADB process running, kill it in task manager or reboot.
[LG Optimus G Pro] clippy83:
ive tried evrything i know to do im not a computer wiz but i checked the processes running and there was no adb running that i seen ive installed the lg drivers three times and made sure there was only one device in the devices spot. it recognizes my phone and everything then when i start it it says daemon started succesfully. change into mtp mode i do that and wait 3 minutes then hit enter it says adbd already running as root. then below that it says cannot stat busybox no such directory or file. cannot stat superuser no such file or directory and so on. im getting frustrated because i really want this phone rooted so i can install a rom.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Try another computer

Also, did you unzip/extract before trying

One more thing I got is try running as administrator.
[LG Optimus G Pro] clippy83:
The file I downloaded was already a zip file so I opened the folder and clicked on current root bat. I will try my brothers computer. Thanks for the help

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I got it to work finally I extracted the files to desktop and ran it again and it worked that is for your help
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Awesome!! Glad you got it going, happy flashing sir!
[LG Optimus G Pro] cxyjordan:
I have tried this many times and no luck. It always says "adb server is out of date, failed to start daemon, adb server did not ack" and such. I followed everything perfectly and waited at least 3 min. Still not luck. When it says your phone is now rooted and rebooting nothing happens. My phone didn't reboot and no superuser was installed. Checked root using an app and no root. Any ideas? I am on stock with value pack update.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Please read over the past few post for ideas...I just put my phone back to stock and redownloaded the root, worked with no issues, I wish I could help further.

Thanks
[LG Optimus G Pro] cxyjordan:
Thanks. I tried all the ideas and still no luck. Even tried the root for E988 and setting pc connection to MTP still no go. Basically nothing worked. I finally came across a software mentioned on a HongKong forum for E988. Downloaded it. It detected my model right away (LG E980) and I only clicked on one button: root now. Magically my phone was rooted after 5 sec.
[LG Optimus G Pro] GoLfWRC:
Mine is E988 stock rooted stock recovery. I have the same problem once the update is out I tried to update via OTA but no luck at all. It says "Phone is suspected to be rooted. Phone will not be updated" with message in recovery says "err : 0x013E".

Eventhough, I unrooted a phone and did a factory reset ( Full wipe data ) but the problem is still existed. No idea now.
[LG Optimus G Pro] JJ2525:
Is there a way to root using a Mac?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Use the Mac to buy a PC?

I'm just kidding...I don't know, wish I could help.

Does anyone you know have a pc you can borrow?
[LG Optimus G Pro] JJ2525:
Haha, thanks for the quick reply. Will have to find a PC to borrow.
[LG Optimus G Pro] Flaco05:
Sorry if this has been addressed anywhere, but my MTP USB diver fails to install every single time. I am on Windows 7 64 bit. Any suggestions?

Thank you in advance.

Edit: Never mind. Switched to a Windows 8 machine and got it to work.
[LG Optimus G Pro] spramos:
touch screen not working on TWRP.

CWM cant mount external sd
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
This has nothing to do with the ROOT method, please read the other threads on how to fix your issues.

Thanks
[LG Optimus G Pro] ransagy:
Rooted my new E989 perfectly. Thanks!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Update to OP...that is all.
[LG Optimus G Pro] releva:
Working for E988 Starhub Singapore
[LG Optimus G Pro] Raghuvanshi1:
well india version of OGP is E988 :P in ur OP its E989 jst a info :rolleyes:

well thanx for the post:good:
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Someone posted it was a E989, lol, I'll fix it.
[LG Optimus G Pro] ransagy:
Can confirm it works on the Israeli E989, by the way.
[LG Optimus G Pro] JCred:
I've been using SuperSU for so long, that I am completely ignorant to the features/functionality of Superuser. Does the app provide an option to cleanly/easily switch to another su app, similar to that in Chainfire's?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Just download supersu and superuser will grant permission to it. Make sure to clear out superuser and regrant all permissions through supersu. This is how I do it.
[LG Optimus G Pro] augus7:
Can i still receive ota updates from lg after i root my phone?
[LG Optimus G Pro] skyliner33v:
Worked perfectly. Thank you sir.
[LG Optimus G Pro] shangus1:
what he said.
[LG Optimus G Pro] patch_Adams:
I found a BeanStalk :)

Can't wait for my smaller SIM so I can start using this phone!
[LG Optimus G Pro] skyliner33v:
You got a Pro? That's awesome man!
[LG Optimus G Pro] Stevensoe:
Thanks OP. E988 Singapore Starhub 100% ok. Rooted it easily.
[LG Optimus G Pro] mrfeuss:
Man, us Skyrocket guys love our G Pros! Nice seeing a familiar avatar!
[LG Optimus G Pro] Jayster0966:
Worked perfectly on my wife's E980. Thanks to the DEVS for this.
[LG Optimus G Pro] patch_Adams:
Worked perfect!
[LG Optimus G Pro] nikhilsamre:
not able to root my LG-E988 India phone via the mentioned method.

Help!!
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Please give detail what is happening when trying.
[LG Optimus G Pro] nikhilsamre:
It stops after

'If uid=0(root), gid=0(root) is displayed

Press Enter to Continue'
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
So if you hit enter it does nothing? Are you stitching to MTP? You may want to try PTP, it has worked for a couple users.
[LG Optimus G Pro] nikhilsamre:
Yes.. after connecting it to PC and then changing it to MTP mode.. i wait for more than 3 minutes then click enter.

But it doesn't go further than this.

I'll try the PTP mode tonight.

Thanks.
[LG Optimus G Pro] nikhilsamre:
I'm getting 'protocol failure' while rooting.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
I have never seen that issue, I'm sorry, I really cannot help on this situation.
[LG Optimus G Pro] taphius:
I was also getting the same error using mtp, swapping to ptp worked (looks like it forced a re-install of the drivers).
[LG Optimus G Pro] AzureV:
Has anyone tried rooting after the recent v10e update?

Should I unroot and get the update?

Sent from my LG-E988
[LG Optimus G Pro] vsinha71:
yes I updated to the latest 10e stock and rooted thro this. it took 5 seconds to be precise and worked flawlessly. many thanks for this.
[LG Optimus G Pro] syngamer96:
I keep getting error multiple devices or emulators, something like that at least. It detects but it will always have that error. Tried all modes but still the same. Went through and it said successful, but it had a reboot error. Using E988, Starhub Singapore, software 10a. Any ideas?
[LG Optimus G Pro] Mervingio:
No more Gnote Mr. Adams :)

---------- Post added at 12:37 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:35 PM ----------

Did you use Win7?
[LG Optimus G Pro] syngamer96:
GUYS, those having weird problems like PROTOCOL ERRORS, MULTIPLE DEVICE AND EMULATORS ETC. MUST STOP BLUESTACKS or ANY other form of android emulation to avoid errors. OP please update with this info for future users, I just messed around and realised this was my careless mistake
[LG Optimus G Pro] Lamensis:
Hey,thanks for that great Guide. Worked on a friend's phone(LG E986 German/EU Version) first try in under 10 minutes ;)

Just a small hint, shouldn't these 2 steps be swapped?

Because the phone must be plugged first before you can set it to "Charge Only" Mode ;)
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
It can sometimes cause issues with XP if you plug it in and then switch, if it is already on Charge Only then it does not matter. Also, my phone did not need to be plugged in to go to charge only.
[LG Optimus G Pro] ealvinito:
Yes cannot get this phone rooted on 4.2.1?

---------- Post added at 07:31 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:31 PM ----------

4.1.2
[LG Optimus G Pro] ealvinito:
I'm getting adb not recognized. Can someone steer me in the right direction.
[LG Optimus G Pro] CB620:
Trying to root and im stuck at put phone in charge only mode. Followed all the steps. Any suggestions. Using Windows 7 64bit Premium
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
That is a new one. Try a different port. Also, what is it saying when it gets stuck?
[LG Optimus G Pro] RuralGalaxy:
Thanks for share! Rooted without problems! ;)

Enviado desde mi Samsung Galaxy S3.
[LG Optimus G Pro] mattia.b89:
has someone already tried on a Mac?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
You need Windows unless your boot camping your Mac.

Powered with Chocolate and Wafers by Vanir?
[LG Optimus G Pro] mattia.b89:
and with virtualbox OR parallels?
[LG Optimus G Pro] mk3:
not working after "10p" January 8 update.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
We know, you have to use flash tools and revert back and update while rooted, there is instructions in the general section.
[LG Optimus G Pro] android_ace:
Do you know if anyone is working on a root method for the 10p update?
[LG Optimus G Pro] maximus_pr:
Not working for me AT&T e980

Android ver 4.1.2

Baseband APQ8064/MDM9X15M

KERNEL 3.4.0

BUILD JZO54K

SOFT. VER. E98010K

The most unusual thing is I can't enable debugging no matter what I do what I choose I just can't enable debugging on my phone.
[LG Optimus G Pro] playerjunglejosh:
You may need to reset it back to factory settings, as it may be your collection of apps you have installed causing issues.
[LG Optimus G Pro] Macianer:
Can't someone wright a script for the Mac to root the LG Optimus Get Pro? :D

Gesendet von meinem LG-E986 mit Tapatalk
[LG Optimus G Pro] SuperABuser:
Use VirtualBox to run Windows on your i-sh*t dude
[LG Optimus G Pro] Macianer:
No reason to be that rude...

Gesendet von meinem LG-E986 mit Tapatalk
[LG Optimus G Pro] SuperABuser:
I'm being sarcastic about you owning an apple product.nothing more nothing less..
[LG Optimus G Pro] Macianer:
Yes...sure... that was sarcasm...

Gesendet von meinem LG-E986 mit Tapatalk
[LG Optimus G Pro] glenroebuck:
I'm no mac expert but I would think it would be easier since it is a unix core?
[LG Optimus G Pro] xdax1:
the easiest i have ever done, thanks a lot
[LG Optimus G Pro] bogaggas:
Is this method still valid?

Hello fellow Pros.

I am a recent owner of a G-Pro and I wanted to transfer Apps + Data from my previous device (MOTO RAZR SPYDER) (apps + data backed up using TB).

I am looking to root so I read through this amazing thread and now I am wondering:

1.Will this work on: 4.1.2/Build JZ054K/E98810b ?

2.Do you guys know of another way to transfer (app data) without having to root? I am aware of Helium, however, it is not supposed to work for Moto devices, right?

Appreciate any input
[LG Optimus G Pro] cds894:
Yea It Should.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
Yes, flash back to a pre update state and root.
[LG Optimus G Pro] cdt82002:
I am also in a similar situation, just traded my HTC One for the E988(AT&T) and I want to go ahead and root it. Could someone provide a link to the pre update file please? I looked around and searched but I am unfamiliar with this phone.
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
First, you should have a E980 ;)

Second, check the OP again, I helped you out a little, [MENTION=1436971]madmack[/MENTION] is going to also.
[LG Optimus G Pro] Macianer:
Rooted my phone successfully. Thank for this easy method :). No I'm trying out Cyanogenmod. Hopefully everything will work...

Gesendet von meinem LG-E986 mit Tapatalk
[LG Optimus G Pro] cdt82002:
Actually yes, it is an e980. Do I need to just get a previous software version like the K version then flash with the LG Flash tool? After that I should be able to use freegee to root and then install Twrp?
[LG Optimus G Pro] 1Zero3forlife:
You are correct sir
[LG Optimus G Pro] cabetoguerra:
But I want to keep updating 10p. If an update is because improving software LG E980. Therefore, I would like to keep it without having to downgrade to a lower version. It is possible?
[LG Optimus G Pro] ricco333:
Just install the previous 10k update, root and don't delete any of the att apps, after that just run the "check for updates" and you should be able to download the 10P version, anyway after you update recheck to see if you did not lose root.

Erik
[LG Optimus G Pro] dantheman4207:
this will root the 10p version http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2633262
[LG Optimus G Pro] Ponder Stibbons:
Hello all,

today I have tried to root my LG Optimus G Pro E986 with E980-UniversalRoot.zip (CurrentRoot.bat) without success. On my computer runs Arch Linux. So I opened the batch file with an editor and copied the instructions one after another in a bash shell. Between step 9 and step 10 I get stuck. When I put the command "adb root" the following message is showing:

adbd cannot run as root in production builds

What can I do to root my phone?

Here are some informations about my phone:

Android 4.1.2 Stock-ROM

Baseband-Version APQ8064 / MDM9x15M

Kernel-Version 3.4.0

Build-Number JZO54K

Software Version E98610a

lsusb

Bus 003 Device 006: ID 1004:61f9 LG Electronics, Inc. V909 G-Slate

adb devices

List of devices attached
LG-E986-5c572533	device

@echo off
CD /D "%~dp0"
COLOR 0A
echo ======================================================================
echo = Simple Root Method for LG Optimus G
echo = Will work on ZV9 and Jelly Bean releases
echo = Script re-done by fiddy619
echo = Thanks to JCase, and Giantpune
echo = Donate to giantpune@gmail.com for his insight on the exploit!
echo ======================================================================
echo.

echo [*] Waiting for device...(Connect your LGOG via USB in Charge Only Mode)
adb wait-for-device
echo [*] Device found.
echo.
echo Beginning Root Process
adb shell "echo -en \\x0d > /sdcard/G_security"
echo.
echo.
echo Now change from Charge Only to MTP
echo No need to disconnect USB
echo Press Enter after making the change.
echo.
echo.
pause
echo.
adb root
echo.
adb shell id