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[Android General] Tracy333:
Root my memo pad me302c

Hi just wondering if there is a way to root my memo pad kino root couldnt do it it got to 90% and stopped i tryed a couple times im looking for another way. Thanks
[Android General] ddamico:
Customs rom for WW ME302C

I have correctly rooted my WW ME302C (now android 4.3 rom 5.0.11) and now I would to unlock the bootloader (is it possible ??) and install a custom rom to upgrade to android 8 or android 6 at least.

Reading on the forum I understood that only ME302KL is unlockable.......

Could anyone help me ?

Thanks a lot
[Android General] Fredtt686:
I also received a error message on me152cg:

E:unable to rename file /cache/update.zip: Cross-device link

Were we suffering from the same issue ? Because I only wanna update my system by update.zip not rooting:3
[Android General] Ignacio Gallego:
Hello

Hello how can I unlock bootloader? I can install trwp for install lineageos in tablet asus memopad fhd10 me320c thanks
[Android General] Ignacio Gallego:
Can you unlock bootloader finally? I want unlock bootloader too for install trwp
[Android General] ogghi:
Hi there, trying to make use of this table that was on my desk since ages...

I would actually install some Linux OS on it, if possible to get to unlock/install something. Any hints?
[Android General] Chadder43:
Wow this just brought back memories, I have not worked with this unit in years but I did make a old post how to root / install a custom rom here:

Post in thread 'Root Now Available For ASUS MemoPad FHD 10 Model ME302C' https://xdaforums.com/t/root-now-av...pad-fhd-10-model-me302c.2568724/post-58736450

I wouldn't be surprised at all if a Linux distro installed on a USB would be able to be loaded on boot, thos was so long ago I can't remember if I finished what I intended which was to get Ubuntu running on it.

If you search forums though you should find a whole wealth of knowledge on the tablet.
[Android General] ogghi:
Thanks a bunch! Will get this a go whenever I find time. :)
[Android General] ogghi:
Hi there, I wanted to flash this file, but it seems it's for the US version, whereas I have the WW one...

Any idea here? I'd love to get a Linux OS running on it, googled Linux Deploy as well..but at least root seems to be needed?

Edit: Also I tried, as there is Android 4.3 not even the just downloaded Linux Deploy APK would install, too old Android here...so different approach would be needed?
[Android General] gbkelley:
First, if you read the instructions you do 'fastboot devices' first to make sure fastboot recognizes the device is plugged in - if not, you may have a driver issue (if you are using Windoze).

Second, it's impossible to do the 'install' with the MemoPad unplugged since fastboot only works with a USB connection.

Not sure what you are trying to convey here, but it really doesn't help except for the file in fastboot folder part...:silly:
[Android General] camandiisdad:
When I installed the drivers on my computer, I had the tablet plugged into it. I had to unplug it to get the drivers to install right.
[Android General] gbkelley:
Where is this going?

OK, folks, we are now 7 pages into this thread here at XDA. Since I started the thread, I have taken on the role of 'Moderator' to make sure we stay on-topic and that we don't get any outrageous or misleading posts. There is another thread here at XDA that started out as a 'root memopad' but two very inconsiderate members have completely hijacked that thread and have carried on about 16 pages (and counting) of off-topic one-on-one discussions. That's very frustrating for folks doing a search and landing here at XDA and ending up in that thread only to wade through

endless

off-topic posts that don't get them any closer to

rooting their memopads

.

I have petitioned the XDA Gods to give us our own 'ASUS MemoPad FHD 10' section and I'm still waiting for divine intervention. Heck, maybe they'll make me moderator of that...or not....

Until then, you will have to put up with me being 'mother hen' over all these chicklet posts so that newcomers doing a search that end up here in this thread can absorb on-topic pertinent 'how-to' info. Or until the moderators give me a good slap with a wet haddock. :p and tell me to go pound sand.
[Android General] gbkelley:
Ah, install USB drivers, not the image file! On that, you are correct. Frustrating sometimes, trying to read 'between the lines'' when someone is explaining a technical procedure...
[Android General] kibasscies:
Does it work with new firmware WW 4.7.7 ?

Does this procedure work with the new firmware release 4.7.7 (WW) or do I need to wait for a new root file since the current one is signed as 4.7.3 ?
[Android General] gbkelley:
My Root is a US 4.7.3 only.

If there is a new US 4.7.7 and anyone can figure out what changed, I may make a root for it, but for now, no.

Make sure you do not allow automatic WiFi updates (set in the updates settings)
[Android General] fifthlake:
Apps to remove

I would vote for removing at least all of the Asus themed apps with the possible exceptions of of App Backup and BuddyBuzz. Any of the Asus apps that are worth using (only my opinion) can be downloaded from the Play Store (e.g. Artist, Studio, Story). I would also vote to remove some of the others (along with any widget): MyBitCast, Dictionary, Parental Lock, Play Magazines, Play Books, Press Reader, Web Storage, and Znio.
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
Ok is there any other way to install this. FASTBOOT is NOT working and I am constantly fighting with the drivers. can this be renamed to "update.zip" or whatever it is needed to be renamed to and flashed that way from the SD card option on the device, if I do a factory reset first? I am no beginner when it comes to driver installs etc, but I cannot make it work on my PC for some reasong. I can get it to list the device, but when I go to erase cache, the fastboot program either hangs (doesn't reload to command line again) or it straight up crashes. the device will say its doing something for about 1/2 a second then go back to waiting for input. it is not erasing cache etc. I really need root on this.
[Android General] gbkelley:
JEFFSGPT: You can't rename it .zip and do an update from SD, different set of files and different procedure. If fastboot isn't communicating with the MemoPad to erase cache, then it won't flash an image or update file. You are in fastboot mode, correct? Should say 'Waiting for Cmd' bottom left when you are in recovery mode. If it shows up with 'fastboot devices' then your USB drivers are working. If fastboot lists it as a device then the rest of the fastboot commands should work. There's a link on the first or second page of this thread with USB driver download.
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
Yes it was in fast boot mode, I could even see for a split second it show the erase cache command, it would also show the device when that command was issued, but it is not actually erasing cache etc. I ended tried a factory reset a and still same result :(
[Android General] gbkelley:
I think the issue is somewhere in the fastboot/bootloader mode the MemoPad is in. It appears that fastboot on the PC side is working and sending the commands over. I would do the SD card update routine with the US 4.7.3 zip file and make sure you are booting back to normal, then go back into fastboot mode and try again issuing fastboot commands. Very strange...
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
OK I will try that. and I think I am going to set up an new user profile on my PC and do a fresh install/connect of drivers/device as well. will report back when I get the chance to do so.
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
well no luck on all fronts. apparently either my USB hub is dying or my MMC SD reader is toast...I can't even wipe the SD card and format it to fat32 much less put the update on it. just not my week this week I guess...do have one question is there any other program I can use to flash it with...RSD lite etc?
[Android General] Pete Mazz:
Just got the ME302C and have been trying to root it. All goes well, get Okays on each step but upon rebooting in recovery mode, I get the dead Android error image. Any ideas?
[Android General] w3irdo:
Just rec ME302C.

Current my build number is JDQ39.US_epad-V4.6.1-20130806

Does it mean my firmware is 4.6.1 ?

Do I need to upgrade it to 4.7.3 using the original image first, then root using the ROOTED image?

Because my firmware version is shown as 51.2B
[Android General] gbkelley:
w3irdo: yes you have 4.6.1 out of the box. You can do an OTA update in settings and it will bump to 4.7.3. Then do the root procedure with my file (US version only).
[Android General] w3irdo:
Hi, i installed the Minimal ADB and Fastboot.

My driver is up. Device manager showing ME302C in portable devices.

I believe i need to get into Fastboot Mode so that fastboot can detect my device.

When it is powered off. I hold power and vol down at the same time. But it dont go to Bootloader Mode. Instead, it went to Safe Mode.

Any idea?

---------- Post added at 02:54 AM ---------- Previous post was at 02:31 AM ----------

My bad for this.

Went to a wrong guide.

I have entered fastboot mode by holding power + vol UP. (was trying my luck)

And entered the commands given.

NOW MY FHD 10 is ROOTED!

GOT THE MSG: THIS DEVICE HAS ROOT ACCESS! from Root checker...

MANY THANKS TO THE PPL HERE!!!!! I WILL TRY PPP WIDGET TOMORROW TO CONNECT 3G!
[Android General] rachypoo:
Hi so is there no root for version 4.7.7 as of yet?
[Android General] gigamegawatts:
I'd like to add my thanks to gbkelley -- this was one of the easiest root processes that I've seen.

A few, perhaps not-so-obvious points that might help others:

1. The "ASUS USB Drivers" that Google led to me to are actually from Intel. There is a link to them in a post on rootinghub, or you can find them directly by Googling the words: Intel Android driver

2. These drivers won't install on Windows 8.1. The documentation indicates they are compatible with Windows 8.0. I ended up using Windows 7, and they install there and were automatically loaded when I plugged in my tablet.

3. In order to run the various "fastboot" commands, you need to first put your tablet in fastboot mode. To do this, power it off, then hold down the Volume Up button and power it back on. You should see a cute Android wearing a construction hat, then a menu with a "DroidBoot Provision" header. At that point, the tablet is ready for the fastboot commands.

4. Last but not least: because the tablet bootloader is not locked, your apps won't be uninstalled. As far as I can tell, all of my settings are still there too - I didn't lose a thing. My jaw hit the floor when I realized this! :laugh: Asus has won my loyalty by not locking the bootloader: this is the first time I've ever rooted an Android device and not had to spend hours afterwards restoring and recustomizing.

Thanks again,

Dan.
[Android General] tdamocles:
It does work on 8.1. You must run the driver installation in window7 compatibility mode.. I have rooted with windows8.1.
[Android General] w3irdo:
congrats bro... I am a super happy user too... i have customized lots of stuff after rooting.... this beats ipad 0 fightback... I am going to try the 3G dongle for this !
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
FINALLY

OK, Thanks to all they guys with the advice here. I finally have a rooted tablet. Below is exact steps I had to do to get past all the issues I was having. First a HUGE thanks to gigamegawatts for the advice on the USB drivers - This is the link from Rootinghub he was eluding too (listed below). Seariously GIGAMEGAWATTS, you have no idea how that link helped me...I fought with drivers for hours on end until I tried these!

1. Download & Install These drivers (Tablet unplugged...I uninstalled all traces of the device via device manager in every category I found android or asus etc.) http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/EeePAD/ME173X/ASUS_Android_USB_drivers_for_Windows.zip

2. Plug Tablet in. w/Tablet turned on and USB debugging turned on. let it complete the multiple "device is ready to use" installs it will go through.

3. Download the root img.gz from 1st page and copy it to the Fastboot install folder (wherever you installed it at)

4. if you haven't already done so (this was one issue I had) go to control panel > Folder Options > "View" Tab > "Hide Extensions for known file types" and UNCHECK THIS BOX!

5.

DO NOT

USE THE Start Menu shortcut to launch the ADB/Fastboot command line screen - This will (or did in mine and several other peoples cases (google searched)) cause "Cannot Load XXXXX file": No Error (code) message.

6 DO open your fastboot install location and double click "py_cmd.exe"

7. Test that ADB/Fastboot is working by typing ADB reboot bootloader (device is still on and useable before issueing this command)

8. You should be in the Fastboot menu now with the android w/hard hart and recovery options.

9. Test fastboot is working by typing "Fastboot Devices" and hitting enter - this should list your device and its serial number IF IT DOESN'T YOUR NOT READY TO FLASH & HAVE A DRIVER ISSUE.

10. do the "Fastboot Erase Cache" command - should show completed in cmd screen and tablet.

11. do the "Fastboot erase system" command - should show completed in cmd screen and tablet

12. do the Fastboot flash system ME302C-US-Root.img.gz" command - Should show completed in cmd screen and tablet.

13. install the Verify root app....I think you can get it from here in regards to installing SU, busybox, etc.

HOPE IT HELPS - This was way more trouble than I ever thought it would be seems I ran into every possible issue one could conceivably have installing this.
[Android General] caniswesley:
Titanium Backup & Developer Options

So I rooted my Asus 302C this morning and installed Supersu, busybox and the Xposed Installer & Modules I run on my Android phone. Then I installed Titanium Backup Pro (as I like using this to uninstall/freeze apps) and it asked me to "Please enable USB Debugging in Developer Options". For anyone who is wondering How to find Developer Options on the Asus 302C:

1. Enter System Settings

2. Go to "About"

3. Press 7 times on "Build Number"

Voila.
[Android General] wakata:
Galaxy tab 3 10.1 which has our same processor already has a recovery and few ROM :)

So at least teorically is possible to see something similar on our asus in future?
[Android General] KootchieKoo:
Color options -- what exactly is blue on the "Blue" model?

Hi, I intend to buy one of these for myself soon and possibly another one for a needy gal with a young child. Haven't gotten my hands on one yet (in a store, thru friend, etc.)

According to Asus the color options are black, white, blue and pink - I would like a black one. Among the ones currently for sale on Amazon, Newegg, and other internet sites, I do not see any colors available except blue and white. So what exactly is blue on the blue model? I would guess it's the entire back surface, although (on Amazon pics) the back of the "blue" appears gray to me with a possible purplish tint. Or is there a small blue line of trim? Are all the black ones long gone and no longer produced?
[Android General] gbkelley:
Blue is a very dark almost black blue, I have this and like it. Back color isn't really important (unless it's pink) since you'r always looking at the other side. ;)
[Android General] JValdivi:
A million thanks to gbkelley for finding out how to root the FHD 10 ME302C, and for taking the leadership role on this subject (Yes, I saw what happened with the other root-related thread.) Also many thanks to JEFFSGTP and all others that have contributed with additional useful information. You guys are great. :good:

Before embarking on setting up my new tablet, one simple question if you don't mind. What's the difference between the US sku and the WW version used by the guys in the German forum?

I'm from Canada, so I assume the US version would be a safe bet.

Once again, thanks so much, and Happy New Year to all. :laugh:
[Android General] endleesss:
can we keep root with supersu if we update to 4.7.7?

ASUS MEMo Pad FHD 10 Firmware: V4.7.7 Only for WW SKU (Android 4.2.2)

http://support.asus.com/Download.aspx?SLanguage=en&m=ASUS+MeMO+Pad+FHD+10&p=28&s=6
[Android General] gbkelley:
No, I doubt it - the updates usually reformat the /system partition and wipe the root.

WW is for Germany only and the only one updated to 4.7.7 all others are still on 4.7.3
[Android General] gbkelley:
I haven't actually looked at the individual files in the WW update, but my guess is they are mostly language related compared to the US version. English version is a good bet, yes.
[Android General] gbL420:
Im having problems running certain apps that require root, like gamecih, i grant root access at the prompt but the gamecih app says system deny to root. Also TB keeps saying to enable usb debugging even tho I've done so following the instructions above. Any ideas/suggestions?
[Android General] JValdivi:
Thanks so much once again!
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
I have to give Credit to GBKelley, and others I have already mentioned. I really didn't do anything other than try to document what problem I had while trying to root and what I did to overcome it. Even I missed a step as someone below me pointed out the how to enable developer option that i had meant to put in mine as well. If it helps someone out then it was worth my effort.
[Android General] eldeeb:
Problem with some root apps

I have a similar problem as reported by gbL420. Some root apps are not working.

Titanium backup is working but LBE security Master and Solid Explorer are not :(

Seems to be a problem with busybox, I tried to install similar version but that didn't help.

Did anyone came across such behavior?

Please help!
[Android General] JEFFSGTP:
I think I remember reading somewhere about trying to uninstall/reinstall latest version of busybox, but at the time I was more interested in just figuring out a way to "get it rooted" The only other thing I could think of is re-downloading and reflashing the system file (maybe something got corrupted)
[Android General] gbkelley:
gbL420 & eldeeb: I posted a few pages back about installing busybox. You have to use smart install as there are some binaries linked to ASUS toolbox that should stay. If you did a standard busybox install instead of smart install, you may need to reflash the system file then install busybox the smart way. If some apps get root access, then the ones that don't are trying to gain root in a different way.
[Android General] RevLauren:
Unheralded but excellent tablet

I, too, am all in on the ME302C. I did a lot of research also, since cost was a definite consideration. My previous tablet was a Nexus 7. I also own a Kindle Fire HD. I've had the Asus for about four weeks and am very pleased with its performance. Having gotten a great deal on the tablet, I was also able to purchase the Asus keyboard case for it--an expensive accessory I admit, but made for the tablet and of very good quality. That gives me the option of using the tablet much like an ultra-light laptop. I'm still debating whether to root or not. It shipped with 4.2 and while I'm hoping Asus might do an OTA, I understand they're not known for swift updates. I just read that the Transformer got an update. Now that my phone (Moto X) is running KitKat, and updates have been pushed to the Nexus devices, I'd like to see what that would like on my tablet. And yes, it would be great to have a forum for this device.
[Android General] Xoniq:
New Firmware Update 5.0.9

Hi there Guys

I'm following this tread for a few weeks now , i didnt had time tot root it yet. (My ME302C)

Now i have a new update with Android 4.3 , firmware epad 5.0.9

I gonna play with this new update tot see whats new.

Greets and thanks so far everyone
[Android General] KootchieKoo:
No black version

My bad, there is no black version, although I know I saw it listed somewhere.

Today Amazon (Prime) has the blue 32GB for $258.86 - yow!!!
[Android General] gbkelley:
Battery Blowout Blues

Not sure if anyone else is having this issue.

On a full charge, if I just leave the Pad in sleep mode it will take 6 days to get down to 20%. Wow!

Several times I have noticed it will drop 50% overnight. Not wow :(

I installed Battery Doctor and that didn't help (although it works great on my Samsung Galaxy Centura) by auto-killing apps, but it's great for a managed charging session.

I also installed Greenify and let it hibernate apps that like to stay running, so that will also help the battery issue.

Since I install, try out, and uninstall a lot of apps, I believe that somewhere along the way a system setting didn't get deleted or changed and is causing Android OS to keep awake constantly which will run down a fully charged battery about 80% in a day (24 hrs). Even using Wakelock all I can tell is that the Android OS is doing a keep awake constantly.

My only solution to this was a factory reset which is the same as a 'fastboot erase userdata' that reformats the /data partition. I then did a restore from backup and was very selective to disable all the ASUS apps and most of the Google apps. Now back to minimal battery usage in sleep mode.

I will try to keep better notes or install one thing or change one system setting at a time and test for battery issues so I can identify the app that's not playing nice this time (I hope).

Update: I did my usual disable of most ASUS and Google apps after the reset, Tab was going to deep sleep OK. There are two apps that you can't disable - My Books and Parental Lock. I used Android Tuner to Freeze these (same as disable). When I do this, Tab never goes into deep sleep with constant WAKELOCK. If I unfreeze these (enable) and reboot, Tab is back to sleeping and almost zero battery use with no WAKELOCK. I guess they are set to not disable for a reason. So, don't mess with 'em. I'm guessing it's the Parental Lock app that isn't playing nice (I mean really, what can My Books do?).
[Android General] caniswesley:
I have also found a correlation between the heat of the device, and it's ability to charge (it does not inform you of stopping charge based upon overheating the way other Android devices I own do). I've also had problems using the Asus charger that came with the tablet. Changing to other Chargers seems to have solved this issue, as well.

I monitor the temperature using Dashclock, and I have found that extensive use while charging tends to stop the charging. I've found that letting it cool and then charge, tends to fix the problem. Another way to help it cool is to not place it in a case and then close the case when charging. I'll often leave it open and standing to expose surface area and increasing cooling. :)
[Android General] fifthlake:
Can I ask which keyboard case you purchased? The only one I see online is the Folio Keyboard and I have read customer reviews that say this is not really compatible with the ME302C; only the Smart Pad. I have read that it holds the tablet too tight and the cover pushes on the power button too hard.
[Android General] gbkelley:
Battery Charging

I use Battery Doctor for it's ability to do a rapid charge, then level charge, then trickle charge. Similar to the Battery Magic app for iPad. I don't use it's' app killer' features (turn them all off) just the charging routine.

I charge when battery level gets to 25% and try to not go below that. Deep discharge is not good for any battery (I never go below 50% on my photovoltaic battery bank {AGM} as it severly reduces life expectancy and at $2400USD for the four I'm not anxious to replace them any time soon).

Never had a temp issue with recharging the Pad.

Recommend not using it during a charge, just fire up Battery Doctor, let it charge 3 hrs till it lets you know it's done.
[Android General] wakata:
Seems that 5.0.9 update is rolling out :)

Android 4.3 coming :)