[Motorola Droid X2] sd_shadow:
Frequently Asked Questions

Motorola Droid X2​

This a short list of frequently asked questions in this device forum and the answers often given as a response. It should serve as a starting point for gathering knowledge and finding solutions to many common problems. Please only post in this thread with feedback on how to improve this document. Do not post "Thank you" type responses. If you have additional questions or require more help, try to find an existing thread or create your own. Do not use this as a general help thread.

Q1: How can I tell if I have a Motorola Droid X2?

1. Check in the battery compartment, under the battery, on the label, Model is in the middle of top line, the Droid X2 is model MB870.

2. In the software Menu>settings>about Phone>system version will include MB870.Verizon.en.US

Q2: What is the newest Stock Android Version and System Version?

The current Stock Android Version is 2.3.4 (Gingerbread).

Current System Version is 1.3.418.MB870.Verizon.en.US

Q3: Where are the Custom Bootloaders, Recoveries, and Kernels?

Because of the Locked bootloader, the stock bootloader cannot be unlocked and Stock recovery can not be replaced, to use a custom recovery a Bootstrap app is used to Hijack the boot process. See​

HowTo: Perform a bootstrap (or nandroid) backup and recovery of your Droid X2 by Moon Shadow - NM

Bootstrap explained by Koushik Dutta (Koush) the Droid 2, X, & 3 bootstrap creator

For more on Bootloaders see XDA Wiki: Bootloaders​

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Q4: What is Rooting? How do I root?​

Rooting gives you access to system files, that are restricted by default in android. See​

[How To] Root DX2 2.3.5/1.3.418 magic md5 method by sd_shadow

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Q5: Where can I Download the Stock Rom/Firmware?​

Droid X2 Firmware (SBFs)

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Q6: How do I restore the stock rom?​

IF the phone can be booted to bootloader and the battery has enough charge, Stock Firmware(SBF) should be able to be re-flashed as long as the is no hardware failure. There are 3 methods to flash SBF/Firmware.​

RSD Lite (Windows only) see my page Using RSD Lite to flash a .SBF to restore (Stock Rom)

ezSBF bootable CD or usb flash drive (Windows/Linux/Mac) ezSBF DX2 2.3.4 with zergrush root option

sbf_flash (LInux/Mac) see http://blog.opticaldelusion.org/search/label/sbf_flash

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Q7: What is the Best Rom?​

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=35879372&postcount=14 ​

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Q8: What Roms can be installed on the Droid X2?​

Some links to popular Roms are posted here

Q9: I have a Motorola Milestone X2 [MB867], Where can I find info about it?​

The Complete Guide on Tinkering with your Motorola Milestone X2

sd_shadows' [Collection] of links for: Milestone X2 MB867

Q10: Can I use the Droid X, without activating with a carrier (WiFi only)? ​

Yes, to skip activation, use 4 corners method or Boot Android {No BP}​

Boot Android {No BP}

: Power on phone holding volume down, when you see fast boot keep tapping volume down till you see "Boot Android {No BP}" and press volume up.

It will boot you into Google Setup....just click the green guy then select the "skip" option for the rest of the setup. When you get to the location service consent section with the 3 options just don't select any and you will boot to the regular home screen with no service.

[Video]How to Bypass Motorola Droid X2 activation by Tomsgt123

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4 corners method:

[Video]How to bypass activation screen on the Droid X - YouTube

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