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[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] zahni71:
Unable to Backup/restore from external SD

ROM: CM12.1

Phone:S3

I'm unable to do any kind backup/restore from the external SD. Backups stored to the interanl SD, are running fine. Below see the logs from my miss attemps.

[UI] FlashFire - Â© 2015 - Chainfire

[UI]

[UI] Restoring backup [201504101709-FULL-cm_i9300-userdebug_5.1_LMY47I_4bf0caf3de_test-keys]...

[UI]

[UI] Verifying MD5 hashes...

[UI] - boot.gz...

[UI] FileNotFoundException: /mnt/media_rw/sdcard1/FlashFire/Backups/201504101709-FULL-cm_i9300-userdebug_5.1_LMY47I_4bf0caf3de_test-keys/boot.gz: open failed: ENOTCONN (Transport endpoint is not connected)

[EXC] FileNotFoundException: /mnt/media_rw/sdcard1/FlashFire/Backups/201504101709-FULL-cm_i9300-userdebug_5.1_LMY47I_4bf0caf3de_test-keys/boot.gz: open failed: ENOTCONN (Transport endpoint is not connected)

[UI] - boot.gz... FAILED

[UI] - Found: null

[UI] - Expected: f6c8713860f3c559576c188bfefb6b44

[UI]

[UI] Rebooting...
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kopitalk:
Yes, even more. Just follow the guide and you'll be fine.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] grillorojo:
FlashFire supports menú Aroma?? Every time I try to flash zip get stuck in black .
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] thisisapoorusernamechoice:
No, it does not
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] carl1961:
it does work with older aroma 2.56
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Rakuu:
On certain devices.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] s8freak:
Aroma works on my G925A
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jcpowell:
Has anyone successfully used this on an LG device?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] chesterx1:
yes, with no problems.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Rad Brothers:
Note 4. 910T 4.4.4. Tested backup was successful. Going to do more tests when I don't need to wait on a call.

Mobile Odin Pro user here and happy to see this great app almost ready.

THANKS.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jcpowell:
What LG device and what action?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] chesterx1:
LG VS950, rooted, all functions work.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] stang5litre:
How do we even get Beta anymore? The link to join doesn't let you and I have searched the OP and down't see anywhere do even get this. Trying to get some others help. Anyone that can point me in the right direction thanks in advance
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
You get this app the same way it's been ever since it was first released: by following the OP instructions

exactly

. Even if you think you did that already, try again

carefully

. Common mistakes include using a different Google ID than the one you use for the Play Store, and using an old link instead of going back to the OP. Everything is working fine as long as you follow the right steps in the right order and don't get creative! ;)

I see that you have the bootlocked VZW S4, so once you get FlashFire be sure to search this thread for any potential issues with your particular device, but first you have to grab the app...
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] stang5litre:
I am on MDK this is not for me. I have my own ROM on XDA http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/development/stang5litre-ediition-5-0-t3132555 I followed instructions to the TEE and it comes up with the screen saying the ap is not being tested or what have you. I know my ID very well and have tried this through 2 different browsers on the phone and off the phone. Same Result each time.

Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] s8freak:
did you join Goggle+ and follow Chainfire?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] stang5litre:
Yes sir. Do i need to follow all of the google+ accounts? personal as well?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
Unfortunately, "or what have you" is not an overly helpful detail and it would be nice to know at least which screen is giving you which specific message. Maybe share the URL so that we can try and help? Note that even though you tried before, re-reading the OP and trying one more time without assuming anything may well get you the link to the app... ;)

---------- Post added at 01:09 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:07 PM ----------

No, you simply need to join the FlashFire community, just like the OP says. Just follow the link in the OP!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] stang5litre:
I got it thanks!
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] najoor:
Flashing 5.0.2 with supersu injected did not result in a rooted OS. Tried this on a rooted Xperia z ultra with rooted kitkat. I read here that the method doesn't work for 5.1.1 but everyone else seems to have had success with 5.0.2. Does anyone know why it's not working on sony?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
why not just flash a prerooted rom.zip?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] najoor:
Sure, that is of course how is done now but I was curious why flashfire is unable to accomplish the same thing, and maybe I can learn something from the explanation. Also this might be uncovering a bug that Chainfire can fix in the future releases.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Xinlitik:
When I try to install MOAR 6.2 on my GS5, the phone goes through the text list of all the files/folders, then briefly opens up the minimal flashfire UI before going black and remaining that way until I pull the battery. Is this because the ROM has an Aroma installer? Or is there something I can fix to make this flash work? Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
I 'm pretty sure [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION] won't be able to help you without the requested logs (/sdcard/FlashFire/lastlog? /proc/last_kmsg?) and a few more details, including your current ROM/firmware version, which root method/app you used, etc. In the meantime you could try other things, such as flashfiring a ROM less dependent on Aroma, maybe?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] LotusRallyman:
Flashfire and SM-G920F

Rooted my Samsung s6 (SM-G920F) with ping pong root. added super SU KNOX still 0x0

added Flashfire,

Backup ID,EFS,IMEI. All good and working with auto reboot KNOX still 0x0.

Backup, FULL Backup. All good and working with auto reboot KNOX still 0x0

Chainfire, many thanks for your excellent work
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] fenek81:
@up

You probably have a 5.0 or 5.0.2 Android. Because we still dont have metod to root for Android 5.1.1 with Knox 0x0

TAPATALKNIETO
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] grillorojo:
Using FlashFire0.14 Could upgrade to 5.0 by keeping root flash from 4.4.2 . In the latest version , you get stuck on the first screen , or blue LED lights .

Because it no longer can?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] android_patrizian:
[MENTION=2974474]jhr5474[/MENTION]

If you follow this thread you will know.

Triggering Knox doesn't brick your phone.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] s8freak:
Triggering Knox is caused by flashing a custom recovery like TWRP or CWM or flashing a custom kernel

I'm using XtreStolight Rom utilizing an aroma installer on my G925A. The screen flickers but it works.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jhr5474:
Well I guess I copied and replied the wron part and was misunderstood. I know triggering knox does not brick a phone. But thank you for your reply. My laptop actually crashed directly as I posted that and I did not get a chance to read after posted. I did not think it posted. My only question was the aroma in flashfire for the g900v.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
i dont see that in his last post at all.. hes actually correct.. flashfire doesnt trip knox its what youre flashing that does.. for example custom kernels/recoverys if youre lucky enough to have an unlocked BL..

im on vzw s6e and i develop my own roms and flashfire has never tripped anyones knox with vzw s6e or att s6e or vzw s6.. this is bcuz of the BL and jernel removing the files and only flashing rom/system
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] joen47:
Hi, need help!

Am i going to archive bootloader and firmware separately then flash to ODIN? I dont know where part on ODIN should i put the archives from Flashfire? BL, AP, CP or CSC? Tia
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] autotech40:
You pick your firmware then hit button at top to make new archive.it will pick the protected partitions. Transfer that tar.md5 to your pc,flash your firmware and tell ff to boot download mode after. Then flash the pp file you made via pc odin. Only need to do that with upgrading boot loader and modem.

if i have helped in any way,please hit the thanks button.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] chinoyboi14:
Hi guys. I have a S5 G900A on Android 5.0 rooted with Flashfire 0.21. Super and BusyBox are up to date and bootloader is still locked. I also have the "Nextapp SDFix" installed.

Now for my problem. "Internal" and "SD card" are my only choices for backup locations but the "SD card" isn't my external card.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Lord_Flaya:
If you have xposed, install xinternal, and set path to your card.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
thats bcuz extsdcard is external lol
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Joker87:
I think flashfire is for samsung rom only...
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] :
Nah its for all devices
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
Well, yes and no... From the OP:

In practice, not everything works (yet) with every device, and I haven't seen too many reports of successful use on Xperia devices except maybe for some very basic operations. I'm sure [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION] will address all those issues when he comes back, but for now let's re-read the OP and remember that this is still very much an experimental BETA product which we can all help to test after taking suitable precautions (backup, backup, then backup again)! ;)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] najoor:
Hi guys,

I've tried flashfire on different Xperia devices with varying degrees of success. For example, on Xperia z tablet with lollipop it fails hopelessly. On Xperia z ultra with kitkat it runs well and does all manners of things except for properly injecting supersu when flashing a rom. It also worked, even more smoothly on xzu with lollipop. The only thing is that one time it kept crashing and I had to uninstal, reboot, and reinstall it. Anyway I have a couple of Xperia devices so I can try things out if it helps [MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION].
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] chinoyboi14:
I'll look into it, thanks!

Thanks captain obvious! LOL
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
THX for this genius app

I cant see the backups on Win7PC which are stored on phone (neither internal nor SD). I am sure there is a simple answer like above ;)

Edit: Yes it was .... connected as camera and not MTP ;)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
It's unclear how your "WIn7PC" issue relates to FlashFire. Ignore the PC for a moment and use whatever file manager your (unspecified!) phone has to locate your backups. Once you know where they are, then you can figure out how to connect your phone to your PC (through WiiFi? bluetooth? some direct USB connection?) but that's a separate issue that doesn't seem to have much to do with FlashFire.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] meboy:
To those who were bickering about Google+

http://googleblog.blogspot.ca/2015/07/everything-in-its-right-place.html
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
Problem flashing Baseband

My 4.4.4 stock ROM is A500FUXXU1ANL6_A500FUOXA1ANL5_A500FUXXU1ANL5. I was rooted and installed Flashfire 0.21 and made a full backup.

Then I unrooted with SuperSU and used Flashfire to flash (I went with the default options not flashing bootloader,...) firmware A500FUXXU1AOB4_A500FUATO1AOB1_A500FUXXU1AOB4.

All went OK except Baseband stayed on A500FUXXU1ANL5. So I used Odin and flashed it again. This time Baseband was OK (A500FUXXU1AOB4).

Was the unroot wrong and is it necessary anyways ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] jerryp7:
I got Flashfire but it's a Catch 22. I can't use it unless rooted and if I were rooted I wouldn't need to use it (although I would to beta test - the screenshots look awesome).
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] 2ndcarpenter:
I had this issue when I flashed from 4.4.2 to 5.0 0B3. If you run the update flash again but this time uncheck everything and check only modem firmware, it will flash the newest baseband.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kopitalk:
Why do you need to unroot and how to use FlashFire without root?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
I was rooted before .... but THX anyway !!

I have a real big prob. right now. Would be great if someone could comment ! http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=3167400
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
where are you looking? it should b at internal storage under /Flashfire/Backups

---------- Post added at 08:27 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:26 AM ----------

lol you cant use any custom recovery or flashing tool without being rooted
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
Not quite correct. The recovery lives in its own partition and doesn't have anything to do with whether you're rooted or unrooted, or even if you have a functional system at all. FlashFire requires root because it does not rely on an existing recovery.

One of the problems some users seem to have with FlashFire is that they overwrite their existing recovery and/or bootloader partitions by mistake while trying to update their ROM. Installing a solid custom recovery whenever possible (TWRP, for most devices) and leaving it alone after making at least one good full nandroid backup is a great way to make sure you can recover from unwise system/data/modem enhancements/replacements/updates, with or without root.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
well, if you are like me and dont have an unlocked BL then FF and others like it can only be used if rooted.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
Obviously the wisest approach would be to avoid devices with a locked bootloader in the first place, but the point is that the recovery (stock or custom) doesn't rely on having a rooted system at all, contrary to what you suggested earlier. FlashFire does require root, but then FlashFire is NOT a recovery!

Having root might make it easier to install a custom recovery on those bootlocked devices (with FlashFire, safestrap, etc.) but the recovery itself couldn't care less... ;)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
ok so the part about custom recoveries was inaccurate but where i said FF and similar flashing tools requires root is accurate.. it clearly even indicates in OP that SuperSU is required.. i also never said FF was a custom recovery (I classified it as a FLASHING TOOL.)

FF to my knowledge wont even run at all if root is not detected with SuperSU. Was just asking why he would want to use it or test it when he doesnt have root since theres really no use imo at that point.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
Yes, finally, thank you! I was merely pointing out that your "you cant use any custom recovery or flashing tool without being rooted" needed correction. Users in this thread get confused enough on their own as it is and we don't want to mislead them... ;)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
lol agreed.. i dont understand why anyone would have an actual custom recovery but no root unless they simply want it for backups lol
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Joker87:
May be some needs apps that wont run on a rooted device, and wants nandroid backup
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
For some of us, the ability to run full restorable backups is essential. It should be so for every android user who values his/her data and prefers avoiding bricked devices, but too many only learn that lesson after it's too late...
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] elliwigy:
thats exactly what i said lol.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] 78hilux:
Does anyone know why I can't find a download link for this? I did the Google beta teat and it said that this app hasn't been published.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kopitalk:
I know, because you didn't join the Google+ community.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] berniesteven:
My guess is that you didn't follow the instructions exactly as detailed in the OP.

SM-G870A Peace
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
We all know! Go back to the OP, read it carefully, try again without being creative, and you will too ... ;)

If you still can't get the app after that, consider it a sign that FlashFire in its current BETA state is not for you and that you should probably wait until a fully documented stable public version appears in the Play Store.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Code124Y:
WoW..

just notice that the beta 21 coming from world 2016...
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] ghanson:
Yesterday, 07/29/2015, I unsuccessfully tried to install OC3 using FlashFire.

I began with stock NB1 on my I337-SGH. I read (and followed!) the instructions in the OP for joining the beta community and receiving FlashFire. Everything went well until the final reboot. The phone goes into a loop with errors of android.process.media, com.android.phone and CSC have stopped. Here are my notes:

1. Use Odin to flash to stock NB1 using I337UCUFNB1_4.4_Stock_Odin_tar

2. Take OTA update to NJ4 - you are now at 4.4.4 KitKat

3. TowelRoot would not work. It said "This phone is not supported."

4. Per muniz_ri I need to flash back to NB1 using I337UCUFNB1_Rootable_Full_Odin.tar (using Odin and the AP slot), then root with Towelroot and then follow his instructions for getting rooted OC3

site: http://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s4-att/general/how-to-update-to-i337oc3-5-0-1-keeproot-t3075814

5. I was able to get Towelroot to root NB1, install SuperSU and confirm with RootChecker

6. I used the FlashFire Beta and ran "Flash Zip or OTA" with I337_OC3_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip.

7. FF appeared to run completey and on one of the reboots where ATT logo is on for a long time I began getting error messages:

Unfortunately, the process ... has stopped

android.process.media

com.android.phone

These messages cycled multiple times. I clicked OK and screen went blank.

Then CSC has stopped. I clicked okay and screen went blank.

I waited 3 minutes then shut down phone.

Used power button to turn phone on. Phone booted up to ATT screen. Rcvd Andorid is upgrading notice then android.process.media and com.android.phone stopped.

Multiple times hit OK button, then CSC has stopped. OK, blank screen. Battery and % appeared faint in upper right corner.

android.process.media has stopped appeared again then vanished.

No response from power button, volume buttons or menu key (except menu pops up the battery). Long press on power brings up Power Off Restart menu.

Restart and the same loop occurs.

I am betting on operator error but I need some help figuring out the problem. Where did I go wrong and how do I get back on track?

Thanks for the help,

Greg
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] skulldreamz:
Boot into recovery and wipe cache and dalvik cache. If that doesn't work then you should try doing a factory reset from recovery and then boot into ANDROID OS and do a factory reset 1 more time.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
Is 0.21 still latest ?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] kopitalk:
Yes
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] harleyusa59:
This is great works every time for me.

Sm- N 900a. Lollipop 5.0 rooted
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
great tool

1 Is it storing PIT information too ... did not find it though (only onscreen partiton infos)

2 does it repartition if one goes from 5.0.2 back to KK (with full backup)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] arf8:
[MENTION=631273]Chainfire[/MENTION] Possible bug?

I've restored my phone multiple times after taking Full backups and each time on my S6Edge "/storage/emulated/0" does not restore or is not backed up when full backup is completed. The picture Gallery is empty, notifications/ringtones must be all manually added back in which are stored normally in the default folders.

Has anyone else seen this issue?

Thanks
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Fadtydawg:
Can anyone or is there an option to save backups to sdcard-ext? I can only save to phone memory not the external sd memory. .
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Ajkidshaw:
Flash fire won't start

Hi I have a problem with flash fire, when I open it I grant it root acesss and the it gets stuck on the screen enumerating partitions and I don't know how to get past it
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
Before anybody can even attempt to help you, you'll need to provide at least basic details, such as which device, which ROM, which SuperSU version, relevant portions of /sdcard/FlashFire/lastlog, etc.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
1 Is it storing PIT information too ... did not find it though (only onscreen partiton infos)

2 does it repartition if one goes from 5.0.2 back to KK (with full backup)
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
No need to post a duplicate of your #1452 posted less that 15 hours ago!

Maybe you didn't get an instant answer because your questions are a bit puzzling but (1) no, FlashFilre doesn't create a PIT on its own, and (2) no, it doesn't repartition anything on its own. Depending on device, it can backup and restore various partition images as well as flash some ZIP/tar archives. If you need more information you might have to be a lot more specific, but the best way would be for you to actually try FlashFire if you have dependable backups and you are up for it.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] gggg:
Sorry, but I bricked my A5 last week (even a JIG didnt help) and this is why I dont want to come into trouble again.

Some fellows here told me, that the partitioning between 5.0.2 and 4.4.4 might (I still dont know) be different and this is why just downgrading by flashing 4.4.4 stock over 5.0.2 might have been the cause.

So if I make a full backup of 4.4.4 (stock rooted), flash 5.0.2 stock with odin and want to go back to 4.4.4 I have to do what ? :confused:
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
If you already bricked one device, it might be wise to avoid using experimental products such as FlashFire, but for details about the partitioning scheme of your device or which bootloaders/basebands can be safely restored over which ones, I suggest you ask wherever your A5 is supported or at least do your own research.
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] arf8:
Anyone? I can't be the only one with an S6. I suspect b/c of the fact it does not have external storage Flashfire automatically omits this folder/partition. I would think this should show up under Data which is the same partition?
[Paid Software Announcement and Discussion] Mike B.:
The /data partition includes /data/media/ where your emulated SD Card (aka /sdcard on some devices) lives, a matter unrelated to external storage. It's not clear what all you wiped or backed up. The internal (emulated) SD Card is usually backed up and restored separately.

The enhanced XDA Search engine is temporarily out of order but as soon as it comes back to life, you may want to search this thread for previous references to the best way to handle /data/media/. In general, it seldom needs to be wiped at all and should be backed up separately (even if with a simple file manager) as you would for a physical SD Card or OTG drive.