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[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
I am following the instructions as of this writing .

put the files in their respective folders .

> The packages folder : put and extact the " venue8_jb4.3_sw - ver.1.16 - images.zip " files and " venue8_jb4.3_sw - ver.1.16pkg - PGRM " where was the PKG files into this folder after you extract .

> In the plugins folder > otherKIT > put and extract the " venue8otherKIT - kkV1.26.zip " files getting " assests " folder , and the file " otherKIT.bat " .

> The rootkit > put Archiving and extract the " rootkit - kkv1.26.zip " , leaving the " assests " Folders folder , and the file " rootkit - MENU.BAT " .

after that, enabled the usb debug mode , clicked on " run- me.bat " , entered the green screen , and selected the A1 " fastboot / DROIDBOOT TOOL " option

after accepting , I entered F1 ) Full Flash Non Rooted System option.

I waited to check MD5 , and soon after I clicked accept .

after waiting the whole procedure , my tablet restarted the language selection screen already upgraded to 4.3 ( was on 4.2.2 ) did incicial configuration and enabled the usb debug mode again.

after doing this , I was on the A2 option, as said in the instructions myKIT page 33 . clicked and hit enter to continue the procedure "update the tablet to see jb4.3 1.26" .

however after this, I'm still on v1.16 .
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
OK as I said earlier coming from 4.2.2 you need to use the package program add-on its a separate download follow the instructions for setting it up separate instructions for use is in the op

the issues is from 4.2.2 fastboot image has issues updating from fastboot so the package program add-on uses an alternative method for flashing and updating to 4.3v1.25 this will resolve your issue.

Sorry just looked at the screen shots use option A3
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
worked

Man, thanks for all the support.

I managed to do here and now I'm with my V8 with 4.4.2 rooted! : :laugh: :good: :laugh:

Thank you!
[Dell Venue] darklordofthesith:
Again, thank you for your hard work even if it's just a hobby. I am greatly enjoying my venue 8 with kitkat and rooted. Absolutely seemless with my Nexus 5 . I can drop my phone and pick up my venue 8 and pick up where I left off. Thanks!!
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
using Miracast function

someone is having problem in transmitting screen using Miracast function, or tested and could use without problems?

I use this function to pass my classes straight from the tablet to the screen of my college. and after upgrading from 4.2.2 to 4.3 and 4.4.2, it connects to Miracast the screen, but there is no picture. leaving only a black image.:(:(
[Dell Venue] kairnage:
I tested 4.3 and 4.4 and they work for me. Maybe reflash?
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
yes, I already did the reflash... :(
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
I don't know the menu option of the top of my head but try the option to drop to command line and issue adb / fastboot commands direct and with the device in fastboot mode issue.

fastboot erase /factory

fastboot erase /config

fastboot erase /log

And see if it helps
[Dell Venue] Sportfreunde:
Guys which is the base package for someone already running 4.4.2? I only see the 4.3 one. I'm talking about the one which the instructions say to extract in the packages folder (I've extracted the one in plugins and the the otherKIT as well as rootKit for 4.4.2. Just a bit confused about which files are being referred to in the OP in terms of 4.4.2.
[Dell Venue] Jugstah:
4.3->4.4

I picked up the Venue 8 today at futureshop as an openbox.. Was a good deal so I figured I would give it a try.

The device seems to have a screen responsiveness issue, this appears to be a very common complaint. Did this get fixed with a firmware update? This device is on JB4.3_V1.23. Per the initial post there does not seem to be an OTA delta linked that takes it any higher. Is there anyway to upgrade it to 4.4 but keep it stock? I could most likely install the rooted update from here: http://opensource.dell.com/releases/venue8/developer-edition/ but I'm guessing that breaks future ota's.

Its a long thread, though i've read a bunch. Can anyone point me in the right direction?
[Dell Venue] phlyphish:
I'm now on KK 4.4.2 after using SDC's root kit. The option is now called 'Cast screen". It works fine with my EZCast unit, which is a Miracast device. However, it does require companion software EZCast from the play store to control it.

What device are you trying to cast to?

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Finally took the plunge and used the tool kit to root my V7. I took it slow and careful and did backups beforehand. The process went smoothly without a hitch.

I was previously rooted via SDC's pre-rooted image.

So big thanks to social-design-concepts for all his work on this kit. Especially for including the backup function. That really saved alot of time not having to start from scratch with my 112 apps and their set up.

Thanks again.
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
I use at my college a TV from LG that already has Miracast / widi therefore wore with my tablet in android 4.2.2 before updating without the need for any adapter. I just had to connect the tablet to the TV. Now, after the upgrade to android 4.4.2, I can connect to Miracast the tv, but the picture of the tablet no longer appears on the screen.:crying::crying:
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
I tried using this procedure above, however this did not work!

warning appears> FAILED (remote: Unable to format)

follows the image of the error!
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
update the erase commands for KK

sorry hadnt run these since jb4.3 you need to use

fastboot oem erase /factory

fastboot oem erase /config

fastboot oem erase / logs
[Dell Venue] Sportfreunde:
Managed to root it, instructions need to be streamlined a bit for rooting Android 4.4.2. Used SuperuserSU, dunno what difference it makes from the other one.

Also, can I install Xposed Framework on this now that it's rooted simply by installing the app or does that require something more? Mainly just interested in GravityBox and XPrivacy from XposedFramework (also Greenify but that installs as a separate app anyways).
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
now the commands works.

but still there is no picture on the tv using the tablet Miracast function, even while connected! :(:(
[Dell Venue] leos0000:
How i can flash official 4.3 ? On my dell ? Please help i not understand first post can some one explain please and give link please
[Dell Venue] Jugstah:
Are there any full stock images (not OTA's) that can be used to install a specific version of a rom on the Venue 8 without triggering any flags that its been modified, etc. The tool in this thread has an image for 4.3 1.16 but i'm not sure if it will trip any tamper flags to install it? I was wondering if there was anything I could simply copy onto the SD card and install with recovery.

Thanks!!

Edit: I ask as I am on 4.3 1.23 atm, for which there is no OTA path to KK atm.
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
jb4.3v1.23:

appears to be the latest manufacturing shipped image not sure if there are any hardware changes but I do have tools that should be able to dump boot, recovery, fastboot, system images off the device.

what is the IFWI version?

the only ifwi.zips that have been captured are F9.6C from the update to jb4.3v1.25 and F9.70 from kk4.4.2v1.26 if the devices ifwi is either of these it shouldn't be an issue to make a base package for this build.

as for warranty see the OP on the subject:

if you cant live with the thought that your warranty might be voided then " regardless of the device " you should not be rooting your device or use tools not supplied by the manufacture any dev / person that tells you a tool they made doesn't void your warranty is being irresponsible the only people that can make that claim is the manufacture themselves.

Images:

maintaining images for both devices is time consuming and difficult as i only own the v7, so i use a jb4.3v1.16 base image then use factory otas to update the devices to jb4.3v1.25 as far back that we can currently roll the device back to this method i preferred as it makes downloads smaller when updating and verifies to the user that myKIT_BATCH or the root method currently doesn't break the users ability to install ota's in the future.

setting up the first time its the complicated part after that use is fairly easy. as for why its complicated it was a 12 hour over 3 days quick turn around to get users kitkat and root.
[Dell Venue] joanthanmajh:
if you are rooted on 4.4.2 then you can just download the xposed installer, nothing else is required
[Dell Venue] Jugstah:
Hey,

The reason I am asking is the device suffers from a touch screen issue. I had read on the dell forums that the 1.25 update fixed it as it was a very common issue, however I have no way to get from 1.23->1.25 (or higher) as no OTA/delta exists as of yet. What I wanted to know is if stock, signed images existed that would allow me to downgrade to a version that had a path to >1.25. I could of course just return the device, but since I got a good deal on it as it was an open box, I wanted to try upgrading it first. I could also poke dell support and see if they will do anything. No doubt this issue is why it was returned in the first place. So it can easily go back.

The IFWI version is 9.6C.

The only reason I care about the warranty is because I might end up returning it if the update didn't fix the issue.

Thanks!
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
well if you can wait till tmrw i'll get the dump tool uploaded and you can then dump the images off the device you have and then flash back to jb4.3v1.23 if needed.

as for getting to jb4.3v1.25 the package program add-on in the OP is the easiest method for flashing your device to jb4.3v1.25 it works on all versions from jb4.2.2 to kk4.4.2v1.26
[Dell Venue] Jugstah:
What method are you using to flash images? Recovery or fastboot?
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
both fastboot and recovery are used durning the process.

you can only use signed zips in recovery so parts are handled through fastboot then drops to recovery to complete the flash to jb4.3v1.25 using factory ota update.

Not sure what difference any of that makes to how its being flashed.
[Dell Venue] Jugstah:
So long as everything that needs to be is signed and no unlocks are involved, the end result should be the same as stock.

Edit: I assume the real issue is, we have no full signed images? Your 1.16 image is unsigned?
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
boot.img recovery.img fastboot.img were dumped from the devices and are signed images. need to be or the wouldn't boot.

system.img.gz are not signed and don't need to be for flashing in fastboot.

The issue is Dell will not release full factory firmware files, so since they won't I decided to use tricks I know to pull them and make them myself.

But to be honest with you, you seem to have to much concerns about possibly losing your warranty so I don't think this this method of upgrading or rooting is for you.

My suggestion is to return your open box to where ever you got it pay full price for a new one.

(I recommend doing this because with your warranty concerns if who ever returned it did anything that might of voided the warranty even though you bought it after the devices warranty would still be voided)

then wait for Dell to start issuing ota's again and keep your device 100% stock.
[Dell Venue] 1bertox:
external 3g Dongle support

this tablet (V8) has external 3g Dongle support OTG cable?
[Dell Venue] Sportfreunde:
Has anyone installed cyanogenmod on a rooted 4.4.2 V7? Is it worth it or no?
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
As far as I know their is no CM build for either device if you found other wise please share....
[Dell Venue] leos0000:
How i can flash official android 4.3 on my dell ?,and can share some on elink pleasei from canada
[Dell Venue] gary93:
I just got my venue 8 back from dell due to hardware issue. Before I sent it to them, I had the OTA updated to 4.4.2, but now they wiped all my stuff and came back with 4.2.2... The sofrware version is showing me v1.42_131114. I wonder if there's a way to update it straight to 4.4.2 or do I have to download all the zip and update it one by one?
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
You have to download everything and the use option A3 to get updated to 4.3v1.25 then option A5 to update to kitkat
[Dell Venue] tomrockie:
[MENTION=4821597]social-design-concepts[/MENTION]

Thank you for your useful kit, I updated my Dell 8 from 4.2.2 to 4.3 v16 but currently it stuck to 4.3 v25.

I tried to attempt your add on update but seems it only for IFWI F9.6B, whereas mine is F9.6C.

Attached the screenshot.

Could you pls check this out.
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
its actually for all version not just F9.6B.....

but your error indicates that the base package isn't set up correctly you have to download the base v1.16 package for the device and extract it in the package dir which should then have a folder in it called pkg inside that folder are images and a list that tells myKIT_BATCH the names of the images / update.zip after you have that you download the add-on and extract that to the same folder. send a screen shot of the package folder contents.
[Dell Venue] tomrockie:
Much appreciate your support, I managed the update and went to KITKAT.

Thanks again J.
[Dell Venue] gary93:
Quick question. If I update to KK with the toolkit, will I be able to receive OTA directly on the tablet if dell push a new one out or will I have to update with the kit?
[Dell Venue] hunterk11:
Kit as Ota may break root

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[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Every thing is stock US WiFi only version as long as there is no regional restriction to where those updates can be downloaded from the device should still see and apply updates.

the kit uses ota files to update the device
[Dell Venue] uan:
The ROM is already near vanilla. With xposed framework and gravity box module, you can customize almost everything.

My point is, I don't see any advantage of having CM ROM. And there is none currently.

Attachment: tinted status bar xposed module blends status and nav bar color to suit the app title color. Cool stuff ?
[Dell Venue] leos0000:
Ok guys just got root .update from 4.2.2 to 4.3 and got root.but why i cant update to kit kat ? ****in error help some one please
[Dell Venue] rener78:
If I upgrade from 4.3 to 4.4.2 I won't be able to root my V7 right?

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[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Coming from 4.2.2 u need to use the add-on program separate download option A3 to get to jb4.3v1.25 it an issue with the version of fastboot on 4.2.2
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Root for kit kat is available for WiFi version both devices
[Dell Venue] rener78:
Just too recap I'm no noob but just don't want to screw up my daughters V7 ;) I'm on 4.3 v1.25 so I just need to install myKIT_Batch tool and apply the patch and then install the add-on and then thru adb apply the pre-rooted 4.3 firmware but I don't see the v1.25. Would it be just easier for me to upgrade to 4.4.2 thru Ota and then use the V7 android 4.4.2 kitkat rooted firmware available in the OP?

Really sorry if I'm not 100% sure about how to root my daughter's V7. By the way I'm no noob I already created a custom rom for my Nexus S and SGS3 just don't want to screw up.

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[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
If your already on 4.3v1.25 all you need to do is use the otherKIT to apply the ota the use the kitkat root kit to root.
[Dell Venue] rener78:
Ok I'm done polluting this thread thanks a bunch for your answers, patience and specially your work SDC

Merci

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[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
Regardless of what I try, my device always shows up as unknown. I have redownloaded everything multiple times and went through all of the instructions and setting them up many times as well. Nothing has worked. I have a Venue 7 3730 on 4.2.2 IFWI F96B
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Unknown would indicate a driver or adb debugging not being enabled try a different USB cable and port on your PC quite a few users have had issues with bad USB cables
[Dell Venue] hunterk11:
Is it prompting for debug permissions? Also try switching what the tablet is mounted as, that triggered the dialogue for me.

And try rebooting.

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[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
I've tried rebooting along with 4 different cables and a few different ports. I've set debugging etc, what do you mean by switch what the tablet is mounted as?
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
What OS? Does it show under device manager? Remember Windows 8 and 8.1 you have to install drivers in a special mode. Also make sure that your firewall isn't blocking the adb port I had that issue on my work machine.
[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
prmity may

Windows 7 64 bit, going to turn off Windows Firewall and see if that will do it.
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Please attach a screen shot of windows device manager so I can see that the driver installed correctly and windows is seeing the device.
[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
Still no luck, screen cap attached.
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
I need the full screen shot of that window that shows your device successfully installed mtp/ptp drivers but nothing about the adb driver which if installed correctly ends up being the first device at the top of the list but being in that short "EDITED" screen shot you show I don't see any unknown devices I'd have to say you have not enabled adb debugging under developer options in the settings menu of your device. If you want help we need to see the full screen shot of that window not an edited screen shot showing the part you think means the driver installed correctly cause what you show has nothing to do with adb not trying to sound mean but you can't edit pictures if you want accurate help.

look at my screen shot this is successful adb driver installation should show...
[Dell Venue] hunterk11:
On the tablet when it is connected he connected notification will appear, click it and change what it is mounted as. Has it ever asked to confirm that you want your computer to be an adb host?

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[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
There is no ADB section which is why it wasn't included. Sorry about that. I've gone through and enabled debugging on the venue, and installed the driver on this computer, but it doesn't appear to be functioning. How do I uninstall that driver?

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The only options are Media Device (MTP) and Camera (PTP). I have it on MPT.
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
You checked the checkbox under USB debugging not just enabled developer options correct?

Are you seeing unknown devices at all? If not go to storage options select the three dot menu and switch what USB type is set as. Try this too unplug the device and power off the open device manager plug the device in after the charging animation starts the device should be detected as adb if it doesn't you need to try a different PC if you get the same results on a different PC your device is defective.
[Dell Venue] cline2:
Two thumbs up!!!
[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
That worked, ADB is working now! Thanks!

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Now I keep getting the dead android whenever I try to do any updates. I must really suck at this!
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Use the package program add-on see op
[Dell Venue] rener78:
V7 rooted thanks and there's no TWRP or CWM recovery right ? Thanks again

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[Dell Venue] hunterk11:
Not atm

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[Dell Venue] ShrewdDude:
Well nothing has worked as far as updating goes, but I was able to root it on 4.2.2 so I'm happy.

Anyway thanks for all the help.
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Did you download and try the package program add-on could you display a screen shot I'm curious to see what's going on.
[Dell Venue] jxcorex28:
I've followed the instructions to a T but my device for some reason isn't updating from 4.2.2-4.3

My tablet while in recovery seems to abort installation of the updates but yet I was able to gain superuser access. I've even installed xposed with success
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
Did you try the add-on package program it runs through option A3
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
I'm going to update the base package from 1.16 to 1.25 it only makes since its really as far back as the device can go. Couple other changes to the toolkit nothing really new just hoping to make it easier for new users to flash to jb4.3v1.25 and upgrade to KitKat.

But the real question for today cm, aokp, pa and other main stream ROMs are more than likely out of the question do to issues with boot.img so I'm going to attempt an aosp based ROM with some addition features cherry-picked from other ROM sources so what features would users want to see in a potential aosp based ROM?
[Dell Venue] deansouth8:
First you did good. Thanks for everything. The only thing I'm on about are all transparent bars top and bottom, camera brightness in low light is more important though. Not that I know too much about it and not sure if removed but nilla android sip and/or SMS if that's still around. Thank you exalted one. ?
[Dell Venue] hunterk11:
Working encryption XD

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[Dell Venue] good55yes:
Hello from siber. "DELL VENUE 7/8 Intel Rooting / Development" working on Dell venue 32gb 3g???

Going to do root and I'm afraid to spoil
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
I've been told that the jb root tool works for rooting the jb 3G models but i've not personally verified this. I'd like to get a user of both the 3G v7 and v8 to let me walk them through dumping the images off those devices so 3G users would have a restore method in case something went wrong. Maybe you let me send you some instructions to dump those images before you root yours?
[Dell Venue] marcusblade:
This is the most straight forward guide to rooting/upgrading I have ever use. I typically root / install roms on phones, but wow this was easy with the guide. Amazing.
[Dell Venue] regz sy:
Finally I found the rooting method on my Dell v7. And it works perfectly..Thank you much developers..

"BUT"

After I rooted my tablet.. I notice that there is no mobile option in my settings..so obviously..I cant use my sim..

Any soultions?

I will give donation if this problems can fix..
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
What version of Android? did you only do the root option or did you flash and update?
[Dell Venue] regz sy:
I have 4.3 jb.. then I flashed and do an update...specially rooting...
[Dell Venue] jxcorex28:
All is good, after doing the research, I figured it out..I'm running 4.4.2

Any plans for kitkat upgrades or are we stuck on .4.2?
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
unfortunately you flashed images that are WiFi only, on the 3G models you only needed to run the jb root method to root....

so to restore your device we need to find a 3G user that hasn't rooted yet that will let me walk them through the process of dumping the boot, recovery, fastboot, and system images of the device then i can put together a base package for those devices...
[Dell Venue] social-design-concepts:
i will attempt to maintain root for updates as Dell releases them but obviously i cant promises root on future updates.
[Dell Venue] rener78:
Ever since I was able to have my daughter's V7 rooted I'm getting android.process.media FC and I can't access the parameters of Home in my menu under the device section in settings I get the message Settings has stopped. Click ok windows close but then trying to click again and get the error over and over again.

Thanks
[Dell Venue] hunterk11:
Where are these "Home" parameters?

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