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[Moto X Q&A] ryude:
Sure, LTE is the reason for SIM.

CDMA is a single-band network (hence why previously you could not talk and surf the web simultaneously). In order to connect on the LTE frequency, the SIM (Subscriber Identity Module) card identifies the phone for registering on the network.

Sprint uses 850Mhz for CDMA and 1900Mhz for LTE.
[Moto X Q&A] syathibiy:
So, you're saying all CDMA phones are using SIM now for its LTE connectivity?
[Moto X Q&A] ryude:
I'm not sure if EVERY cdma LTE phone uses a SIM, but I do know that it's very common.
[Moto X Q&A] sleepyguy007:
Every LTE phone uses a Sim. Because LTE is for one thing a gsm technology.

The republic wireless moto x hardware probably does support normal non LTE gsm as its the same hardware as the sprint model . that said its probably boot loader locked and firmware locked to not support gsm . they are not that dumb to let people buy the phones to not use on their network .
[Moto X Q&A] syathibiy:
It's not that I don't wanna use their network. It's because of the limited availability and, price point too :(
[Moto X Q&A] Lucky736:
This is what I was curious about. Whether or not the radios are there and just disabled, or whether they do not exist in it at all.
[General Questions and Answers] Wayne_1da:
I recently purchased the Lenovo S6000L tablet for the purpose of traveling. I wanted a large screen (10.1) tablet that could do the basic functions of a laptop, without having to lug around my 17.3 inch HP laptop to and from work/etc. My issue is, I work for a company that will not allow us to access their WiFi (security reasons), but we can use any LAN. I purchased an OTG cable and a USB to Ethernet converter. To my surprise, my Lenovo tablet wouldn't recognize the converter, thus, not allowing me to access the internet via the OTG cable. After that failure, I decided to root my tablet, which I did. Even with the root I can't seem to tweak the tablet to allow the internet connection bridge to work. Being P/O, I decided to go a step further by flashing a custom ROM to the tablet in hope that a different ROM would read and react to the OTG setup, but I'm unable to find a ROM that would work. Well their you have it, this is my big issue. Even though those are the steps I've taken or are willing to take, doesn't mean It's the only thing I'm looking to do, I'm open to anything that will work. So I desperately ask, does anyone have or know of a solution for me to use a RJ45 ethernet cable on this S6000L Lenovo tablet?

P.S. I've hooked up the USB to Ethernet to my PC and it worked, so it's not faulty. I've hooked up a flash drive to my tablet via the OTG cable and that worked also, so the OTG cable works as well.

USB to ethernet adapter I'm using: Gigaware® USB Ethernet Adapter
[General Questions and Answers] PradeepMurugan:
you cannot use like that because to use internet from other device to android you must use reverse tethering method and it can be done only from connecting it to a laptop or pc

so yyou cant use internet directly from lan cable to your tab
[General Questions and Answers] Wayne_1da:
I don't want to use it from another device.

I'm not using it from another device, I'm only using it and want to use it from a router and/or directly from a modem. I only hooked the adapter to my laptop once just to verify the adapter was working.
[General Questions and Answers] PradeepMurugan:
yes i understood your question

i said there is no way to use internet in tab from lan cable
[General Questions and Answers] Wayne_1da:
The Nexus 7 tablet does it.

Corrections for the above reply: I misread your reply. In theory, reverse tethering is the same method. A source that contains internet(PC) that you bridge to your tablet and gives it internet. The Nexus 7 is one tablet that allows you to bridge a RJ45 to the tablet for LAN access, and their are others. My best guess is it's an software issue that Lenovo has blocked, but I'm looking for a way around it. I don't know if they added anything specific to the stock that is killing that use or is it just that the adapter I purchased isn't compatible with what I believe is Linux based software. As I said, I will travel any path to victory, even if I have to flash software that's used on the Nexus 7, if possible.

Sorry for the delay, I'm at work and people keep coming to me.
[General Questions and Answers] Wayne_1da:
Houston, I believe I have a solution to my problem!!

I have no clue why I didn't think about it earlier but all it may take to remedy my issue can be spelled with one word, Portable Wireless Router. Ok, that's 3 words, but who cares! I don't. Whenever I'm in a situation where LAN is available but WLAN isn't, I figure all I would have to do is to plug the LAN into my soon to be purchased TP-LINK TL-WR702N 150Mbps Wireless N Nano Router. And BOOM! my own private WiFi hotspot.
[Google Chromecast] gaganit:
FYI. Just tried 3812 which was already on 12940. Hence not rootable.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Uhoh, that kind of punches a hole in the serial number range theory...

Was this an online or retail store purchase?

And just to make sure, was it new and fresh out of the box, not set up or not connected to the Internet long enough to get an automatic update?
[Google Chromecast] mastermind278:
Pretty sure the serial number theory works. He might have connected it online at some point. This is why I say open it out of the box and root (don't even bother setting it up), that way you won't have issues!
[Google Chromecast] wptski:
If it updated wouldn't it be build 13300 instead of 12940? I guess somebody could have returned it after connecting to WiFi.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
It's possible. Big box stores are not supposed to return opened products to the shelf, but sometimes they miss that it's been opened, or they sell it as an open box.
[Google Chromecast] wptski:
There was one post here where they were allowed at Best Buy to check some CC to check if they'd flash. How was that done?
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
I read that post yesterday while I was hunting for serials. It was guy4jesuschrist here.

He asked the Geek Squad agent who then asked someone else (likely the manager, as the product would then become an open-box, but perhaps they had space for another floor unit). It's at the manager's discretion, but I suspect most times they would be cool with it, especially if you're a My Best Buy Elite Plus member (formerly RewardZone Silver) because that means you shop there a lot.

Plus at $35 it's not like getting a return of a TV... But again, manager's discretion - and don't abuse the system, you will eventually get flagged for excessive returns. :)

So find a likely serial first, then check it - and if it works, honor your end of the deal and buy it.

Hmm... I guess for those in "root-dry" areas that are really desperate you might be able to talk a manager into letting you test and buy the display unit at regular price, assuming they used actual units and weren't provided demo/fakes. Or maybe exchange your working but non-rootable unit with the demo unit.
[Google Chromecast] wptski:
Yeah, I found the post as well. I think flagging for excessive returns happens for clothing mostly, women purchase for one occasion and return it!

There wasn't any demo of the CC at my local Best Buy store when I just stopped to see if they had any. I found one 3916 amongst the 3A's which I buried. My nephew has been talking about one but not sure when.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
I think it's both frequency and value figures... the return system does it automatically, so just be mindful. Not to mention returns, especially of non-defective products, hurt the store's numbers.
[Google Chromecast] gaganit:
Correct. This was NIB purchased from Best Buy yesterday. The box did not look to have been opened previously. I thought I was lucky to find a 38 one. But oh well.
[Google Chromecast] dirtfoot:
I rooted a 3904 yesterday so you can fill in that gap.

Sent from my SCH-I535
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Thanks for the info and report gaganit, hopefully you remain the sole exception to the rule. ;)

Thanks also to dirtfoot for the report!
[Google Chromecast] wptski:
I wonder if it's possible that it was returned back to Google where it was updated and repackaged for resale?
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
There seems to be no serial number printed on the outside of the Chromecast itself, unless it's in UV ink or something...

I'm not sure whether there are laws or manufacturing codes that prevent re-use of serial numbers.

Another possibility is the unit may have been produced, but recalled before shipment for some reason (maybe it didn't pass a QA check or someone thought something was missing from the box) and it was updated during the re-check. Since it never left Google's manufacturing, I think it could still be sold and packaged as new at that point. *shrug* The world may never know...
[Google Chromecast] wptski:
A serial number could be in a file inside the CC.
[Google Chromecast] ddggttff3:
cat /factory/serial.txt

This will output the serial # of your device, but it must be rooted to run this command. You can use either telnet or SSH.

The chomecast box will also show the serial # on the sticker by the barcode.
[Google Chromecast] guy4jesuschrist:
Yes, I was allowed to test it, probably since it was my 3rd attempt and I live an hour away. They knew that I would buy it and try it anyways, so they allowed me to test it there to save me a trip. Thankfully it worked. Mine was probably a special case, but that's not to say that someone might run across a generous employee/manager who's willing to help. After he had already opened it and was in the process of getting it hooked up and ready to test, during my explanation of why I was trying to find an older firmware model, he did tell me that since it had been opened it couldn't be returned to the shelf and would he sent back to Google.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Thanks. For non-root-able devices guess we just have to trust the serial number on the box, unless Google makes it visible in the Chromecast app.
[Google Chromecast] MadBob:
3825 (rooted) purchased through Amazon when they were exporting to the UK.
[Google Chromecast] extrem0:
When did you bought it? If it was from Amazon, from where did they ship?
[Google Chromecast] yoonus:
This week. I was lucky to get an old one. It was shipped from Lexington KY 40511
[Google Chromecast] abuttino:
http://www.ebay.com/itm/Google-Chro..._Internet_Media_Streamers&hash=item2a355ad854

I guess people will buy this stuff..

Just a note, that is not my listing
[Google Chromecast] mentalinc:
Seems to be this guy: http://xdaforums.com/member.php?u=3266907

Just hope he plans on donating to the devs...
[Google Chromecast] abuttino:
Although you can't really fault him. He's got 24 bids on it. That's pretty insane to get a $35 item bid up by that much. He did start it at a penny, so, it's not like he was out to gouge people.
[Google Chromecast] mentalinc:
better yet looking forward to the next OTA which kills devices based on serial numbers.

3819101zm5g2

And by way of contributing two chromecasts one a 3912 and a 3911 both rootable, purchased from best buy during black friday. found about 20 rootable
[Google Chromecast] gado45:
Came here late.. connected mine to internet when it came, damn I didn't know it was a rootable 3910
[Google Chromecast] abuttino:
I seriously doubt google would try to blacklist a device because it's got a certain serial number. That's just backwards thinking and Google, unlike the rest of most major corporations in the the USA, isn't that stupid.
[Google Chromecast] criticalera:
3915 purchased but no luck rooting

Hi, which method did you use? I am not having any luck with 3915.....It's fresh out of the box.

I see flashcast screen where it says if you see a white indicator it means it is flashing and if its red you can unplug and ssh with credentials, what can i do to simplify this process?

Update - I figured it out... I was troubleshooting to see if it was my otg cable....i attached it to my htc one...and browsed to the root folder....saw the flashcast folder and noticed that the .zip extension was there twice....eureka_image.zip.zip, so for those who are experiencing a problem with a CC that has been confirmed rootable, i suggest you double check your file extension using another source such as your phone, it doesnt show in windows explorer
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Yes, Windows hides file extensions by default, which its the most evil feature, yet it has continued since Windows 95. :(

Sent from a device with no keyboard. Please forgive typos, they may not be my own.
[Google Chromecast] kr338r:
got a 3918XXX new, unopened from BestBuy buried among all the newer revs.

alas, after trying for awhile to root, i connected via phone to CC app, rev 13021, no such luck.

seal was intact, had shut off 'net to router before rooting attempt.
[Google Chromecast] Markyzz:
Wierd. I just got a 3918 from best buy yesterday and was able to root. Well, it boots with a team eureka splashscreen so i think i did it right. I did it via the usb hub method. Didnt plug it in to the tv while doing it, and i didnt turn off my router, but my network is password protected(isnt everyone's?)
[Google Chromecast] kevev:
Try holding the button during the whole flash process. I had to do that on mine.

Sent from my C6606.
[Google Chromecast] otaku888:
Just rooted a 3819 so that can be added to the list.
[Google Chromecast] G-Caryo:
Is the Frimware 14975 rootable?

Serial: 3904
[Google Chromecast] wptski:
A 3904 with that build means that it received a Google update which means it can't be rooted now! Sorry :(
[Google Chromecast] musiclovesme:
I succesfully rooted a chromecast with s/n: 3809. I bought mine off eBay. I asked the sellers if they could tell me the first 4 numbers of the s/n and they gladly did.
[Google Chromecast] Anthrax79:
I have checked almost every best buy and staples in a 50 mile radius. Every device I have found but one have been 3Axx or 3Bxx. The one odd ball was a 3928..

I am amazed that the ROM gods have not found a new way around this firmware. Cool device and cheap. Too bad Google locked it down.

Are there any reputable folks selling rootable versions?
[Google Chromecast] LennyXP:
Here in Fort Lauderdale, Florida - Best Buy the same only 3a's, 3b's and even some 3c's

best regards
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
3C's already... wow.
[Google Chromecast] borxnx:
Best Buy in Waynesville, NC has 8 rootable CCs in stock right meow. Until I get back out that way on Friday, then they'll have 7.
[Google Chromecast] ClearD:
If I'm able to get a few rootable ones, would any of you be interested in obtaining them? I'd only charge maybe $3 over normal price because the drive is an hour there and an hour back (to help with the gas cost). I know there was at least 1 rootable one left the last time I went, and I didn't grab it because I figured they were still plentiful and didn't wanna screw anyone else that was trying to find one there, but this thread is starting to worry me. So, if I'm able to help out even one of you with getting a rootable one, I'd try my best. Just need to know if anyone's interested before dropping that much of my cash on something. I'd probably be buying at minimum 3 of them.
[Google Chromecast] driftinganomaly:
I am definitely interested, but I think that a developer should have priority over me. PM me if you are able to get some rootable ones and have an extra.
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
I have 3916 that won't root

I have a new 3916 out of the box that will not root. I have tried 5 different jump drives with no luck. I guess not all 3916s are rootable.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Possible, but would be helpful to get more information. It's pretty easy to miss something in the flashing attempt. It could even be a bad OTG cable.

Can you disconnect your Internet, perform Chromecast setup, find the build number from the Chromecast app, then factory-reset the Chromecast (so it won't get an OTA update when you reconnect Internet)?
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
Thanks. I will try that and report back.

---------- Post added at 01:26 PM ---------- Previous post was at 12:28 PM ----------

I must have screwed this up. I tried to find out the build number with the App; disconnected my internet and it still ran through the whole process and said it was ready to broadcast. Did it use my 4G network to set it up?
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
If it says Ready to Cast in the Chromecast app then it's at least connected to your WiFi.

What you want is for it to say "Connected to ____ but can't reach the Internet" on the TV.

If it says "Ready to Cast" on the TV then it's connected to you WiFi and can access the Internet, which is what you don't want - not right now at least.
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
OK. It did on the app but not on the TV.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Tap the device in the app and you should be able to see the build number at the bottom.

If it's anything other than 12072, the device has a non-vulnerable bootloader and can't be rooted by current means.
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
Build 14975....rats
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Given that build came out in the last 3-4 weeks, it must have done an OTA update, or it's really fresh from factory and Google is reshipping serial numbers.
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
I'm surprised if the OTA happened since my network is locked at the MAC address.
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
I guess I'm rooted because the Team Eureka logo comes up on boot.
[Google Chromecast] ClearD:
Congratulations, you're rooted after all. The latest TE rom is based from the build version you stated above, I believe. That's where that number came from. :)
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Awesome. Now I don't have to add you to the exceptions list. :D

Sent from a device with no keyboard. Please forgive typos, they may not be my own.
[Google Chromecast] larrypetty:
Another confirmation 3917 work's! Rooted & Running Team Eureka

Thank's to all involved bringing this to us.
[Google Chromecast] whoking:
Thanks for all the help! I didn't realize I was rooted when I saw the TE logo. I was looking for the PwnedCast logo.
[Google Chromecast] SysAdmNj:
So if I go to best buy right now there is a good chance I can pick one up that is rootable?
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
I added the Team Eureka logo to the original post's pictures now. :)
[Google Chromecast] hkjr:
anyone come across a SN of 3B15101WFJUM - which I'll guess is not rootable.... but doesnt hurt to ask
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
3B14 and 3B21 were not, and so far nobody has reported a 3A or 3B series unit that came with the vulnerable bootloader.

Somewhere in the 3922 range is possibly the point where everything started shipping with newer bootloader.

So... no.
[Google Chromecast] hkjr:
That's what I thought...thanks. Got it as a gift so I won't complain lol.

Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I747
[Google Chromecast] SysAdmNj:
Anyone have serial number starting with 3C

That seems to be what they have at beat buy
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
The serial numbers are alphanumeric, so it goes 3812, 3813, 3814 ... 3901, 3902 ... 3920, 3922 ... 3930 ... 3A01 ... 3B01 ... 3C01 ...

Anything with a letter in the first 4 places, not vulnerable, hence not rootable.
[Google Chromecast] extrem0:
3712 and 3728 successfully rooted. Already owned it since cc launch.
[Google Chromecast] rans0m00:
Picked up a 3916, 3917,and a 3920. Had to hit two best buys to find any below the cut off... Will know when I get home if they can be rooted.

Update: As expected all three have been rooted without issue.
[Google Chromecast] SysAdmNj:
I didnt have that patience lol. I just bought a 3C.. one. Do I really need a rootable CC atm? probably not, I'm loving it as is right now :D

Hopefully an exploit for all versions comes out soon anyways
[Google Chromecast] Pierre3400:
Wow, my luck!

First Chromecast i get, i am clueless about Rooting, and i get a 3905. Update it, and well you knwo the rest.

Get another one, and its 3A21 :(
[Google Chromecast] 85gallon:
LOL. I had a lucky holiday.

Went in to BB just for ****s and giggles. Started checking the Chromecasts and they were all out of range. Then I notice that the last CC on the peg hook is still in one of those security boxes that they used when these first came out. What are the chances? Well I shook the box so I could read the serial and it was within the rootable range. Then I see another security box on the back of another peg hook. Bingo.

I scored two of them!!! Now I am waiting on my cable to flash it. Second one is going on EBAY to pay for the cable and also had to order an HDMI audio de embedder.

I thought I had bought a good (Sony) surround several years ago.(STRDG800) Well it doesn't decode HDMI audio. It will only pass through HDMI audio to the TV. It will not extract it and put it into the surround speakers. All of my other components hook up with optical audio.

So I hope this cheap de embedder will work.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
You probably don't need the deembedder, unless your TV has no digital audio output.

Generally it's the display device's responsibility to decode and return the audio. In other words, you probably need to run an optical cable from your TV to your STRDG800

It's connection A on page 25 of the STRDG800 manual.
[Google Chromecast] 85gallon:
I already have an optical cable run from the TV to the surround. I did that for the rare occasion that I watch the tuner that is built into the TV. But you can only get DD5.1 from the optical out if it originates from the built in tuner. If the audio comes in through HDMI from, say a DISH receiver, it only passes out stereo.

50" Panasonic Viera Plasma TC-P50S2

It is a gorgeous TV picture. I sure hate that Panasonic is shuttering their plasma business.
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Bummer, yeah I see that in your TV manual.

Seems you have the opposite problem that most folks have, in that your TV does support ARC, but your sound system does not (or at least it doesn't appear to, and it's from 2006 so unless it got some kind of upgrade, probably not).

Hopefully the audio de-embedder works out. It should, as long as it isn't one of those knock-off ones that don't support HDCP or otherwise confuse the HDMI handshaking.

I too am sad to see plasma go... I'm also sad when I see people put plasma TVs on their sides in in the bed of their pickup truck to drive them home.
[Google Chromecast] HearthC0re:
It seems i've found a 3922 which is not rootable.

SN: 3922101z3vl0

hmm so close q_q
[Google Chromecast] bhiga:
Did FlashCast run at all?

There are a couple of levels of fail:

FlashCast does not launch at all (you don't see the FlashCast screen)

Bad or incompatible USB stick (make sure you have the newest FlashCast and try a different stick)

Bad OTG cable

No power on OTG

Non-rootable Chromecast (shipped with or updated to non-vulnerable bootloader)

FlashCast runs, but gives red LED

Image to flash is not named exactly eureka_image.zip (check file properties and for Windows ensure that file extensions are not hidden - if you always see Setup and never see Setup.exe - your file extensions are hidden!)

Image file is corrupt

USB stick is (partially) bad
[Google Chromecast] draziw1:
Thanks for the list :)

3726 rooted

3915 rooted

Thanks for the thread I had 3726 NIB and figured I'd order another CC 'just in case' figuring I could keep the rootable one around even if it had downtime etc due to updates... I ordered the next from Amazon on 11/29, and got 3915. From order date I would have thought I'd have no joy on root, but saw this and now I have 2 rooted. :) Thanks!
[Google Chromecast] abuttino:
Just found about 6 in Orlando Florida at a best buy. Took 3 for myself and family the rest ate still there
[Google Chromecast] SpasilliumNexus:
Using the same OTG cable and USB stick to root my other two Chromecasts is a no go with a 3A31.
[Google Chromecast] abuttino:
Ya, 3A is definitely not going to be rootable
[Google Chromecast] kakarotto.ss1:
hi. i bought a CC couple weeks ago, it seems like i did an update on my CC. my SN is 3A16. is it still possible for me to root? i just found out the limitation about CC. feeling really depressed. :(