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[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
Download from asus support page, then extract the user zip folder to you internal storage, then reboot. When it boots up you will get a update found on the notification dropdown. Just click it to install

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You wont get ota when you are unlocked
[Asus Transformer TF701] pi-xel:
[MENTION=3546773]AngryDinosaur[/MENTION]:

I think you've got me wrong. I have updated to .47 firmware already, but had to do it manually (with the method you've described) as OTA did not work at all (99% of the time connection error, 1% system up to date). My device is still locked because I get unknown error in unlock app.
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonClemento:
It's because of a serial number mismatch on asus' servers. They have problems with some SN's...

Try to subscribe for ASUS Device Tracker.

There you could create a new ASUS account, but try login with your existing Google account (the right button). I was redirected to the Google sign-in page, i put my password in and hit login. The site never fully loaded, after 5min i closed the tab. But it worked.

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I know, it's not the right thread for my question, but did someone get managed to sucessfully boot / flash cwm recovery on Android 4.3? I tried to boot the recovery to test, but it never loads. It was sent to the device, an the display was a message like "botting image.." or something like that, but nothings ever happened. As far as i know, i can't downgrade to 4.2 and i don't want to root my device without working recovery / backup.

Does someone have experience with cwm recovery and android 4.3 on tf701?

Thanks for reply. :angel:
[Asus Transformer TF701] pi-xel:
Ok, will give it a try in a couple of minutes. Thanks!

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When I try to add my device's s/n it says "please enter correct serial number" which I think indicates that indeed there is a mismatch on ASUS servers. What did you do then? Contacted ASUS support?
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonClemento:
After i signed up for Device Tracker, i rebooted my tf701 and tried 2 - 3 times. Suddenly, i was asked to put in my Google account password in the unlock app, and then it worked. If you have to write to ASUS Support, don't tell anything about unlocking, as they may won't help you. Say, that you want to register your device with device tracker. Other people could solve their problems with that...
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonClemento:
I'm really starting to worry, that we have bought the wrong tablet. As other post's mentioned, the tf701 has the same NAND problems like the tf300, some developers won't ever bake some goodies for our tablet. the dudes from cyanogenmod posted, that they also don't make a version for the tf701. Maybe we just have to wait more, and a developer will get his hands on the tf701. But from now, it doesn't seems there will be a big community for our tablet soon.
[Asus Transformer TF701] lpdunwell:
Dude, WTF? cool down

Also, instead of writing of "other post's" and "NAND problems", share some links!
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Don't worry I have a version of CROMi-X coming your way. ;) I'm waiting for a reliable way to get cwm onto our device to reduce the number of bricks first.
[Asus Transformer TF701] schmeggy929:
Yeah I have been researching CWM recovery building for the last couple of days. Also tried taking the 4.2.2 CWM recovery by Drgravy and modifying it for 4.3, but not go yet. mainly because I have no clue what im doing yet.
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
You guys are great, best of luck building for our device but honestly the performance is pretty good, and just a more optimized Rom can make this tablet great
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonClemento:
this one, for example: klick

I like to see, that my post put back some life into this thread, so I'm allready as cooled down as possible :)
[Asus Transformer TF701] lpdunwell:
Yeah. that...

All I read about "bad NAND" is more or less centered around

one or two

"reviews". I have yet to see any proof for

anything

.

The TF701 is a high tech piece of kit, and the hardware is beautiful(not talking about the design, but that's not bad either). There's nothing I could complain about, other than the docking trouble. And maybe the brightness glitch, but that's software.

There are people working on it, I am working on it, and all want the same. I have at this point completely replicated drgravy's recovery build (he shared his files), so I have what he had as a base. I have a completed build of a v7 recovery, but it's not doing more than writing logs so far...

Maybe we should consider creating a thread for v7 recovery progress, as this still is the original root thread, which is proven on both versions...

cheers
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Yes please start a new thread. I'm just putting the final touches on CROMi-X for the TF700 / TF300 / TF201 and then I'll be devoting my time to my TF701

Let me know where you have got to with the recovery build and I will help out. ;)
[Asus Transformer TF701] JoshReuben:
Awesome :)
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
Will your Rom be rooted, or should I root now?

Thanks
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Of course it will be rooted :D
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
i will wait for it then ;)
[Asus Transformer TF701] JoshReuben:
For us noobs

Just successfully rooted from within Windows. Was having difficulty with the fastboot command, which was hanging on "downloading boot.img". On the tablet, I used the volume keys to select "android" icon, cold booted and then started again. What I had missed was to run Fastboot in Windows as administrator. I closed all windows, launched as administrator, and then followed the guide - worked flawlessly.
[Asus Transformer TF701] santhrax:
Hi guys,

got a Tf701t here (model K00C / already on 4.3) - I want to know before I start which firmware from ASUS website I do need? Got the WW-Build 10.26.1.7 already installed on my device but on ASUS website I couldn't find the 10.26.1.7 firmware for WW - TW and US only!

Should I downgrade to V10.14.1.47 before starting root process?

thanks in advance
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
this root method works for android 4.3, which is the one you have now. But download the 4.2.2 just in case. read back a couple pages and read [MENTION=933657]schmeggy929[/MENTION] post on getting stuck on asus splash screen be sure you know how to reflash the rom using fastboot

and i dont know why they dont have WW firmware posted
[Asus Transformer TF701] Snah001:
Look a little bit more thorough in the general thread...........

Sent from my superfast Asus Infinity TF701with Dock
[Asus Transformer TF701] lpdunwell:
because they confused it with the italian user manual ^^
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonDizzurp:
Signing in. Just picked one up a few days ago and will probably root soon.

Hopefully someone builds Cyanogenmod for us :D
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
Welcome!

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I hope so too
[Asus Transformer TF701] SirRudolph:
I think im totally bombing this.

The download now just has root_shield.img, which I tried using, fastboot returned Invalid state.

I have the tablet in Fastboot mode correctly.

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I think im totally bombing this.

The download now just has root_shield.img, which I tried using, fastboot returned Invalid state,
[Asus Transformer TF701] lpdunwell:
fixed: adapted to the new root_shield.img
[Asus Transformer TF701] Aaroneious:
?

Great! What's fixed?
[Asus Transformer TF701] lmmohr4:
Does that mean your dev for the TF700 is done? (tears...)
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
No of course not :) Got a load of updates to do this week :) My TF701 is in the repair as the dock hinge needs fixing,
[Asus Transformer TF701] lmmohr4:
Whew!

Had me worried there, using that word "final"...
[Asus Transformer TF701] pulse4J:
ASUS Unlock Device Tool

Hi, I would love to get started on this, but I have been having major issues on Asus's site downloading their unlock tool. Can anyone send me a download link? I would be much obliged... Thx!
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
asus support page is down
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonDizzurp:
Rather than reading through the thread I'll ask you

Is it a problem with the dock or the tablet itself? I plan on buying the dock in a new months but I don't want my warranty to expire if it's the tablets fault.
[Asus Transformer TF701] DonDizzurp:
Here you go.
[Asus Transformer TF701] JoshReuben:
+1
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
i believe it is the dock, its the way the backing hold the tablet.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Aaroneious:
Still Works

I just wanted to confirm that this still works with the .18 US update. I did the manual update to 10.26.1.18 without any problems, but SuperSU did not maintain root. Ran the root exploit again and it worked flawlessly. I'd click the thanks button again if I could.
[Asus Transformer TF701] amwebby:
I keep getting:

FAILED (remote: ()

straight after booting...

All the searches on this come up with variations on remote: (not allowed) but I just get the empty brackets. Does anyone have a fix?
[Asus Transformer TF701] Ruud Westerhout:
While I agree with the opinion, I wondered very much seeing that my 'old' tablet was showing the mistakes on a new dock too. I ended up swapping both although my 'new' set is also 2013-10. I am afraid the connection is not tight enough and gets worse in time.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Snah001:
Reminder: all latest firmware files and source code, unlock tools are direct downloadable here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=48127284#post48127284
[Asus Transformer TF701] lpdunwell:
Thanks a lot.

Yes root gets wiped on upgrade.

I'm not yet up and running 2014, so no real progress so far. But i'm still on it.
[Asus Transformer TF701] Trevor_g:
Re-lock?

Hey guys,

Joining the club with a new tf701t here. Love it so far, and glad to see a community starting to grow here at XDA.

I've done my research and have learned how to root, however I'm disappointed that it requires unlocking the bootloader of course. I'm a little worried about voiding my warranty so fast.

To be clear: after unlocking, there is NO way to re-lock... Correct? Is it safe to assume there will never be?
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
Yep, unlocking is and always will be a one-way street. And with all the problems this tablet has had so far I would think about doing it very, very hard.
[Asus Transformer TF701] JoshReuben:
All good here, unlocked and rooted. No dock though.
[Asus Transformer TF701] AngryDinosaur:
Still with us buddy? How's your tablet?
[Asus Transformer TF701] theluke79:
oFF we go!

it works!

I had to reboot twice, but after that, just follow instructions, easy peasy.

I was on the latest dec 2013 fw.
[Asus Transformer TF701] spatchy:
confused

I am so confused with this stuff :eek:, could someone just post one, detailed step by step guide, including the installation of the ADB's and not send me on a wild goose chase following all kinds of links that lead me to places with non-working methods. Rooting my galaxy ace GTS5830i phone wasn't this hard. why is rooting my transformer this hard, on the brink of giving up... someone please help me! :crying:
[Asus Transformer TF701] lortay78:
Step by step tutorials are difficult because everyone has different systems. Basically, you need to install the essential tools (fastboot and adb) from the software developers kit (sdk) to push the files you need to your device and execute the exploit. You then put the file from the OP in the same folder as your fastboot.exe and adb.exe tools and enter the command from the OP in a terminal (or command prompt) that is open in the same directory.

I assume that you are using windows. If you download and install this http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2317790 to your desktop, and then put the file from this thread in the installation folder (on your desktop,) you should be able to get a bit of a head start.

I know this is frustrating to hear when you are anxious for root, but taking short cuts to learning this stuff will only cause stress and crisis later on. We all have to pay our dues somewhere along the line with this stuff. Just read everything you can and be patient to avoid bricks. Good luck.
[Asus Transformer TF701] spatchy:
no drivers

ok, first thing's first, sorry for my earlier rant about how confusing things were, I was over complicating things.

secondly, I have just read about the tool you directed me to and it appears to be quite useful, there is however an issue that needs addressing first. Last night, I was messing around trying to install the ADB's and somehow ended up making my PC (btw, I'm running windows 7 64 bit) not recognise my transformer at all. I think I might be able to resolve this If I had the original drivers. Am I right? If so, where can I get them and how do I restore them?

edit: reconnected usb a few more times and is now recognised, it is listed under "SAMSUNG Android Phone" as "ASUS Android Composite ADB Interface" does this mean I have the ADB's properly installed?

edit 2: ok, I am sure I have the ADB's installed, now I need to install the bootloader interface drivers, how do I do this? I have the SDK from an app I was/am designing (not sure if I've given up on that or not) if I need it.

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I have looked again at the link you provided, I'll use this to install the fastboot drivers, I'll post if I have any problems. Thanks button pressed! :good:

another edit: I now have fastboot set up however, when following the tutorial in post one of this thread, I get this "cannot boot zImage.dtb : no error"

final edit: put the file in the minimal adb and fastboot folder and somthing has happened, I now have the message "upgrading android"in a dialogue box with the loading symbol hopefully, rooting has been successful...

next bit of final edit: rootchecker basic says device is rooted - thanks for the helpful link, would press the thanks button a million times if I could!
[Asus Transformer TF701] Archon810:
Rooting the TF701T is a lot simpler - just like a Nexus.

Unlock the bootloader

Download and boot the CWM recovery image from http://droidbasement.com/asus/tf701t/recovery/ (fastboot boot recovery.img - for some reason permanent flashing didn't work for me)

Install SuperSU from http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu using adb sideload from CWM

That's it - verified root is working and it all took less than a minute.
[Asus Transformer TF701] YayYouFixedIt:
I've not rooted yet. I think I'm going to take the plunge after throwing the device around the room ;>. From the ArchLinux/Manjaro, Is the fastboot going to the same? I can unlock safely without the email/password? Am I able to backup what I've got and restore? Or do I just say bye bye to everything?
[Asus Transformer TF701] pulse4J:
On the backup/restore issue, it does do a complete wipe when you use the ASUS unlock tool, however I had good success with using the ASUS backup tool included with the device. To do this properly, you must use an external SD card because the internal memory gets wiped. It should automatically ask to copy the backup to the SD Card upon creation of the backup if it's inserted.

Also, one caveat is that the ASUS Backup tool is limited to 2GB, but if you have more than that to backup, you can always do more than one backup, manually selecting the apps you wish to backup. Good luck!
[Asus Transformer TF701] YayYouFixedIt:
I just wiped it and I'm fantastically rooted now
[Asus Transformer TF701] YayYouFixedIt:
I used the Asus unlock tool as well.

Make sure your Google 2 step verification is disabled.

Cromi would not sideload with adb I guess cause it's too big. 900+mb

I could easily adb sideload CM11 no prob.

Make sure you have it cromi downloaded from inside you pre-installed Rom(or Microsd) ready for flash first I guess if you use that.

Using Manjaro Linux it Seems only fastboot(as root) from the android studio SDK would work for me. Follow instructions for what to flash a few posts above.

WARNING: Some screen protectors have rubbery surfaces not suitable for a stylus(ZAGG,Skinomi). RUBBER on RUBBER!
[Asus Transformer TF701] csetera:
Thanks for this awesome set of steps. Rooting was quick and easy.

Does anyone know how to switch from SuperSU to Superuser? I tried to install it, but it wasn't happy with my su binary and recovery failed. I suppose I need to install CWM as well, but does that crater OTA updates?

Thanks for any insights.

Craig
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
Uninstall SuperSU and install Superuser? Not sure I get your question...

You kissed OTA updates good-bye when you unlocked
[Asus Transformer TF701] csetera:
Thanks for your response. I didn't realize that unlocking killed the ability to OTA. I guess when I rooted by TF201 I didn't need to unlock it first, so this is a bit different from that perspective.

In terms of Superuser, it complains about the su binary being out of date and wants to install it via recovery. That fails. I assume that is due to stock recovery and I would need to install CWM?
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Why do you want to change it? Supersu has its own install method that doesn't require a recovery. You can't install anything custom on the stock recovery.
[Asus Transformer TF701] majikfox:
Hi,

These steps require that you followed the instructions to boot into Windows 8 with Driver Signature Verification disabled if you're using Windows 8.

To clarify, to install the drivers:

1. Unzip the drivers.

2. Go into the drivers folder.

3. Right-click each inf file and choose Install.

4. Verify that you want to install the drivers anyways.

Cheers,

Majik

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Why did you cross out the instruction to hard reset after the smeared graphics?

I sat for half an hour waiting for the TF to reboot itself...

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I tested it and it works on TF701t <-- Notice the extra T on the end. This is the one with the higher resolution screen.
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
tf701 = tf701t
[Asus Transformer TF701] majikfox:
No.

http://www.phonearena.com/phones/co...nsformer-Pad-Infinity-TF700T/phones/7872,7359
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
YES - Read it again ;) lol
[Asus Transformer TF701] majikfox:
It's okay to be wrong, just accept your butthurt and move on.
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
OK Let's take this slowly :)

You are in the TF701T forum.... correct

You posted

I posted the below as there is only one device TF701 or TF701T - they are the same thing.

tf701 = tf701t

You then sent me a link to a page.... wait for it.... comparing the TF701T to the TF700....

So now can I make fun of you? :laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh::laugh:

Just having a bit of fun mate - I think you confused two different devices ;) OK?
[Asus Transformer TF701] faustus1005:
Man, talk about "butthurt", you probably ought not get snippy while sticking foot in mouth. Sbdags is

correct. tf701 = tf701t. Try not to be an arse towards folks who are kindly commenting on a mistake you

made in a polite fashion. Especially since Sbdags is one of the most helpful folks I've ever encountered

on XDA, or any other forum for that matter.
[Asus Transformer TF701] wwjoshdew:
[MENTION=769774]lpdunwell[/MENTION] I totally made a video on how to do this! Please let me know what you think of the video, and thanks for the awesome thread!

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tb-hltMUBbo
[Asus Transformer TF701] pachi72:
Can I root using this method on 4.3? I already unlocked the bootloader..also won't the tablet restore is original recovery once you reboot out of recovery?
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
Try my method. In the same forum
[Asus Transformer TF701] pachi72:
These instructions will show you how to gain root on the Asus TF701 by unlocking the bootloader and using fastboot.

Prerequisites: drivers, adb and fastboot (this), firmware >= 10.14.1.47, asus unlock app

Unlock:

- Download the Asus unlock device app from asus.com

- Install and run the app. This will require a valid google account (if you use one time passwords, you'll need to generate one for this purpose) and internet access.

- When booting with [vol-] + [power] pressed, the transformer will show the message "The device is unlocked"

Root:

As the TF701 is very similar to the Nvidia Shield, this method is based on that.

- Download and unpack View attachment 2461435 and cd into that directory

- Boot the transformer to the bootloader with [vol-] + [power] pressed

- fastboot boot zImage_dtb ramfs.img.gz

- When seeing the smeared graphics, wait until the transformer reboots 2 minutes and then hard reset (as I did), or press power once (as menollo did)

- The transformer should boot normally and start optimizing applications

- Check root

Foot note: I compared the TF701 and the Shield, and concluded that they should be similar enough to be able to boot the same ramfs. The root method itself was not developed by me.

This is my first instructional root post, what may or may not explain the general structure/mess.

If this was any help, please consider pressing the thanks button. Thanks.

This is based on previous version of https://github.com/linux-shield/shield-root

[/QUOTE]

I used your method to root but now the sound with any rom sounds garbled. Is there a way to fix the problem?
[Asus Transformer TF701] sbdags:
I used your method to root but now the sound with any rom sounds garbled. Is there a way to fix the problem?

There is no correlation with rooting and sound..... Not sure what happened there.
[Asus Transformer TF701] yeatsie:
Video was good, i just finished using it to get root back and put a custom CWM recovery in (i had lost root after using the unlock tool a few weeks ago). Especially liked the bit about deleting those 2 system files - didnt know you had to do that.

One problem with the video is - you dont mention that you need to have already unlocked (and hence wiped) the tablet until right near the end of the video - you should mention this at the start.

cheers
[Asus Transformer TF701] rschalie:
Android 4.4.2

Will this also work on the 11.4.1.30 firmware?
[Asus Transformer TF701] libor_m:
Hi, I have the same question... I just got my device from service and not rooted. They have flashed newest rom and my current fw is 11.4.1.30. Asus unlock app does not work for me. How should I proceed to root my device again? Thanks a lot for any advice.
[Asus Transformer TF701] berndblb:
You cannot root this tablet without unlocking the bootloader. And once you did that I would just flash CWM and use that to flash SuperSU.

Why's the unlock app not working? Did you get a new mainboard?

Then you may have the problem that the devices serial number and the boards mac address do not match what Asus has in their database.

That would be something only Asus can fix by updating their database....

If the unlock apk fails to install, go to your Google account settings on the web and allow "less secure apps", then try again
[Asus Transformer TF701] libor_m:
Thanks for the info. I know I have to unlock the device first. Unlock app installed correctly. When running the app after checking all the checkboxes and pressing the unlock button it tells me "An unknown error occured, the cause may be a network connection. Wait and try again."

Asus did not state in the service report they have changed the mainboard. This is so frustrating...