yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bluenote73:
EDIT: All links are dead in the OP, could someone upload to a host that isn't ****?

This crap spammy host won't connect to any files for me.

thanks
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] MATTHEWLONG:
I too would really appreciate a downloadable copy of the axon7root.zip file.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
It's attached to the op... Just download from xda.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] MATTHEWLONG:
My computer won't down load or run it as it thinks it is a virus.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
So turn off your av.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] razorsbk:
It's a false positive.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] MATTHEWLONG:
Thanks for the support, I read through the whole thread. I will try again tonight.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] l2yangop:
I can't download from your host because of all the pop ups add ins and extensions. is there really a file for b27?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] j262byuu:
Anyone able to mirror these files ? Thanks.

http://d-h.st/kRgq
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] puremind:
It didn't work for me. I did a backup, after that I used the root tool

axon7root.exe -p 7 -b -r

It flashed the boot and recovery files from the root package. I booted into (stock) recovery and did a factory reset. Once all my apps were back on the device I installed pph's super SU but somehow I had no root.

What did I do wrong?

Edit: OK it may be because my software version is B06 (G version). At least it didn't break anything.

So if I can't root on this software version, I guess I will have to unlock the bootloader and then flash TWRP and then use CM rom? Will I have root then?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] puremind:
It seems both the axon7backup.exe tool and the axon7root.exe tool can flash boot and recovery and therefore both can root?

The command line parameters are exactly the same?!

I actually was able to flash boot with the backup tool?

What is strange is no matter which boot image I use, even it is stock it still says it is rooting?!

Since the rooting does not seem to be a function of the tool itself but of what boot image is being flashed, can we not simply just use the axon7tool.exe to root without the need to look up the com port ??

http://xdaforums.com/axon-7/development/axon7tool-flash-backup-boot-recovery-t3514254

It seems more straightforward to use since there is no need to check the com port?

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Does it mean that the G variant cannot have recovery at this point? I don't see any newer recovery version than 3.0.0-2?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] zukers:
so a2017g B08 users have now any option to root this phone ?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] chrispayne:
Yes, the links in the first post seem dead now, so a mirror would be helpful.

Thanks!
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] sokomind:
how much time do we need for a backup adter the command

axon7backup.exe -p X -d

I had installed drivers already, I see 9008 in device manager. but

C:\Users\KK\Desktop\axon7\rootwobootloader>axon7backup.exe -p 6 -d

Copyright [MENTION=540283]tenfar[/MENTION] tenfar@gmail.com

Version 1.10

10 minutes passed. it is a long time for 120mb data take over from the phone.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Hebelm16:
Zip B27 work with version B29?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] xtermmin:
Works for flashing TWRP, but don't flash B27 boot.img on B29. If you want root, unlock bootloader.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Flaîm:
have you tried twrp version 3.0.3.0-ailsa_ii ?

link: https://twrp.me/devices/zteaxon7.html

i don't know whether it'll break anything as stated in the OP

edit:

this source states that another version (3.0.2.2) indeed does work with the thread being this

edit2:

hoping for an answer if that worked ^^
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] thefiqs:
I just want to let you know, this tool working fine and installed TWRP with it already two times on my 2017G. First on B03 and now on B08. Don't know why is it bricking the device for the others.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Flaîm:
it's not about the tool, it's about the specific twrp version.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] thefiqs:
I have downloaded everything from this thread including recovery.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
Check (do not restore!) efs backup... For g it will break imei/cell. This is permanent and cannot be fixed.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] thefiqs:
Strange. First time I'm sure I backed up and restored everything including EFS and I have no problem. But I just don't want to try again than.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] ThaHaloMilitia:
Does A2017U B29 have a root method?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
Unlock bl, flash su with twrp.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] ThaHaloMilitia:
How?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
I used the newbie guide but there are others.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] djfred:
Who have problems with links, you have to disable the adblocker then click on the blue download button, you have to try at least 3 times to get the download started, first or second time will open ads...

I have a Chinese B07, it seems this method will do the job for my device, I want to know after rooting my device will I able to upgrade to the last build ( in my case it shows B13) without any issue and still have the rooted device? same question for future Android N update which will be released end of this month.

update: during previous 2 hours have been reading like 30 pages from the end and many Axon 7 owners mostly G model have problems, do these problems happens for Chinese version?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] ambient1:
I downloaded the tool from the link for B27 and I'm getting multiple virus detection events. I checked the file with VirusTotal, and the detection ratio was 31/56 (I'm not able to post the URL yet).

*EDIT*

After searching this thread, I see this has been an ongoing nuisance and is considered a false positive.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] ThaHaloMilitia:
How do I root and unlock BL if I'm already on B29
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] greatzt:
I followed your suggestion, but still cannot download B27 file and backup tool. I always got "This site can’t be reached, fs1.d-h.st took too long to respond. blabla..." any suggestion.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] wingzfan:
Ive tried to solve this on my own for a few hours and cant so Im sorry but I could use a little help. I followed the instructions in the first post and I got the message in the cmd window stating "Device Rooted" so it seems everything went fine. However Im stuck at this black screen when booting into TWRP like a few others here have stated. It seems to go into edl and not TWRP. Ive installed TWRP a couple times to try and fix this but its the same black screen over an over. Can anyone point me in the right direction to get TWRP working or just get back to the stock recovery?

Edit: Now nothing will boot. The ZTE logo appears then the led flashes red and the phone shuts off. Is there any way to install the factory image if I cant get into recovery or even get the phone to turn on or is it toast?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] hiepxhop:
I can't download the tool either.

Gateway Timeout

Server error - server 23.237.36.2 is unreachable at this moment.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] greatzt:
so basically this guide is not very useful since some key file cant be downloaded.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
To all of you:

Flash signed TWRP with tennear's tool (axon7tool):

https://xdaforums.com/axon-7/development/axon7tool-flash-backup-boot-recovery-t3514254

https://we.tl/dv78KwQZCY

and then follow this guide:

https://xdaforums.com/axon-7/how-to/guide-how-to-unlock-bootloader-stay-t3461165

3 files and 10 minutes of your time for TWRP + unlocked bootloader
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
See the firmware thread. all the tools and drivers are mirrored there.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
Does B15 work for this?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
No, only A2017u

Edit: I misread.

Yes, it works with B15. I was on B15 when I followed those steps.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
That's his model number. But he said he was B15 when I was looking at the instructions briefly for the last step of your recommendation. So his model is A2017u on Nougat.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
I misread.

Yes, it works with B15. I was on B15 when I followed those steps.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
Sweet! Thank you :highfive:
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
I have no idea how to use the axon tool and it's becoming very frustrating because I am normally really resourceful and can find my answers but these instructions are SUPER vague and I've never used this tool before :(
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
Download minimal ADB and fastboot

Enable OEM unlock and Android debugging in developer options

Restart to edl (you will see a black screen)

Install Qualcomm drivers and make sure your PC detects the phone

Run the commands to first backup everything and then Flash the signed TWRP

Tool -r boot gpt recovery

Tool -w recovery TWRP.bin

You have to rename the img to bin

Sorry I can't be more specific I'm in class
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
NO WORRIES TAKE YOUR TIME...I HAVE MORE QUESTIONS BUT NO RUSH HAHA

So the first screen shot is my error and the second screen shot is Zadig both of these screen shots have been taken in EDL mode...the computer see's it.

BTW the Zadig screenshot was taken AFTER I already used the program so idk if the Driver was WinUSB when I originally did it... >> I feel dumb for not having taken not of that originally.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
Drivers are ok.

Try giving the tool admin rights (under Properties->Compatibility)
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] pooranimator:
Do you know how I can go from B29 with unlocked bl to B15 unlocked bl? Or that is not possible?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
You should be able to dowload the OTA update as long as you have no root and the system partition wasn't touched
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
LMAO someone ended up using remote control to help me with this and it took us freaking 3 hours and 40 minutes to get it sorted on. Now I am having another issue. I have BL unlocked and am in TWRP and was trying to install lineageOS...since I am already B15+Unlocked then I didn't need bootstacks...but when I try to flash lineageOS I get:

"Updater process ended with ERROR: 7

Error installing zip file '/external_sd/lineage-14.1

-20170203-UNOFFICIAL-axon7.zip"

what happened :(

okie doke got it all sorted out...tbh I don't really remember what fixed it, but I got him BL unlocked + twrp + root and I am over it hahahaha so whatever bugs he gets......he can fix himself thanks all
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Eroticus:
Could you next time, use a working host ? and not ur own full of ads non working crap.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] yvgamer94:
I am thinking of trying to install either U nougat or G version on my chinese axon 7 a2017 but I need a working twrp. The link is not working as it is timing out and I really need a working recovery for flashing. Been searching for 2 hours and all the recoveries I have tried have all failed.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
There are mirrors posted... Happy hunting.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] pooranimator:
Does not work for me, as far as I know, I don't think my sys partition was modified.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Eroticus:
Could somebody re-upload B10/B11 and TWRP ?

I searched and didn't found what i needed .

It's pretty critical i have Chinese OS without TWRP and my Mobile network isn't working =[.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] techfreak243:
dev host is being stupid and not letting me download the files. may someone please mirror the files please?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] greatzt:
that is also my question .
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Emilicious:
I did not end up going this route, but I got my fiances phone bootloader unlocked, rooted, with the LineageOS 14.1 for ZTE Axon 7 custom ROM running on it running Nougat 7.1.1

I don't have time to break down the instructions of how but join this hangouts conversation for the ZTE Axon 7. This is where I received my help to get this all done and it was WORTH IT!

Also we have A.R.I.S.E. working perfectly on his phone with this setup:

HIS SETUP

ZTE Axon 7

Nougat 7.1.1

LineageOS 14.1 for ZTE Axon 7

Deuteronomy Aroma 2.70a

Viper 2.5.0.5

Arkamys

Viper Profiles: Audio File X and Feel the Beetz

Ice Configuration 3

Ice Sound Configuration Pure

smeejaytee's Toolbox

SD Card Permissions Fixer

Esira Music Player

Disabled ALL Custom ROM Audio Extra's: Audio Effects, Music Effects, & Cyongen Mod Stock Player

Here is A.R.I.S.E. XDA Link if you're an extreme audiophile like my fiance is!

Good luck!
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] MaxRink:
So, which TWRP versions Do work with the G version?

Gesendet von meinem ZTE A2017G mit Tapatalk
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Guti1977:
Can't install zips on TWRP

I having a little trouble trying to go back to stock after using [MENTION=540283]tenfar[/MENTION] rooting method.

My Axon 7 is still locked but rooted as this method is supposed to and I am on B27 and TWRP 3.0.2-2.

I have downloaded downloaded the necessary files from [MENTION=3044858]DrakenFX[/MENTION] thread to go back to stock; however this is where I am having problems, I cannot install or flash ZIP files in TWRP for some reason.

First of, I am asked for a password in TWRP, I can cancel that out but then I get the "Keep System Read Only" message so I am swipping for modification to be allowed.

When I go to the folder where the zips are located I see nothing therefore I am stuck here.

Any ideas on how to workaround this and be able to flash the zip files to revert back to stock? I would really love to get the Nougat update now that it is available and not insterested in rooting for the moment.

Saludos and Pura Vida from Costa Rica!! :good:
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] bornlivedie:
Where are the files located? I mean, where did you put them? Give me the full route.

Make sure you're selecting the proper storage (internal vs external).

Also, try to update your TWRP version.

You should be able to select Keep System Read Only with no problems.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Guti1977:
They are located at the root of the External SD Card. I have updated to TWRP 3.0.3-1. Is that the latest?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] z45123qqq:
Nougat

So this will work with the latest update Nougat. Its to bad there was not any toolkit like wugfresh has with the nexus and pixel series. I would contribute a donation for that my concern is about bricking my device it was a lot easier with the nexus phones
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] emepher:
Same here. I haven't had the phone long and was planning on rooting this weekend so I could remove ZTE's wonderfully sketchy bloatware. The problem: I let my son play with my phone the other day, and he thought he was doing me a favor by updating to Nougat when notified it was available!

I've used custom ROMs since the HTC G1, as well as multiple Nexus devices, a Samsung, and a few LGs, but I'm a bit intimidated with the A7 because I don't want to screw something up, hard brick it, and not be able to get warranty service. Any way to go back, or any way to root from Nougat yet?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
Nexus and pixel are easily unlocked. If you need a toolkit for them then maybe stock (or a pixel) is the best option.

Most of us here are happy to learn a few things and take some small risks for the reward of unlocked freedom.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] williamthardy:
Try https://xdaforums.com/axon-7/development/edl-emergency-dl-mode-twrp-unlock-t3553514
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Shotgun4:
I have an issue post flash. The flash of the recovery says successful and reboots, when i try to boot into recovery either through the buttons or the adb reboot recovery command, i see the ZTE logo, the led flashes red then a black screen. As if there is no recovery... any idead? im on 7.0 B15

EDIT:

I am however able to flash the back up of the stock recovery and boot into the stock recovery with no issues.. Why wont TWRP work??
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] dardack:
1 the Axon 7 is pretty easy, and from what I've seen hard to hard brick since you can usually get into EDL mode at least. Plus as someone who just got the phone and had "official" Lineage OS 14.1 out the box. I've been so happy. First thing I did was install 14.1. Been great. Anyways, this isn't from me but from another thread:

1. The downgrade from B15 Nougat to B29 Marshmallow

A- Download the full B29 software package, provided by ZTE on their website. Select the support tab halfway down the page, then select the software updates to download the .ZIP (mirror provided at bottom in case ZTE changes things)

B- Download it, unzip it once, then put the update.zip file on your SD card.

<remove part about OEM unlocking as that's not relevant to this case, and the actual OEM unlocking isn't done until step 2, this was just prep by going into dev settings>

D- Boot phone to recovery - [Power] + [Volume Up] key combo - Release the keys when you see the ZTE logo.

E- Choose update from sd card, then pick the update.zip from the sdcard

F- The phone will flash the B29 software. It is a bit slow, have patience and let it do what it needs to do.

I have no idea if this wipes your data (unlike TWRP i can do a dirty install now that i'm on 14.1 with nightlies and not loose data). Hope this helps.

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Not just that but as someone who has always purchased Google cheaper phones, when my 5x bootlooped 23 days out of warranty, I went to google and wtf 650 for cheapest google phone. So had to look for replacement. I do not like ZTE's layer over android. The lineage 14.1 is so nice. Reminds me of my stock nexus 5x. So far so good.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] mortkarg5:
I have same problem

Is there any way to solve it...
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] lafester:
You have to be unlocked to boot into unsigned TWRP. Use signed version if locked, then follow drakens unlock thread.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Shotgun4:
Was never actually able to even with a signed version. I ended up just unlocking the bootloader with axon7tool then flashed TWRP with EDL Mode
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] KennyKusanagi:
Is there anyway to Root nougat 7.0 without downgrading to B29 or that's the only way? I don't see anything for phones on B15.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] romeoh:
Yes, use this method to first unlock bootloader, then flash B15 in EDL mode and flash the root file supersu from twrp afterwards. http://xdaforums.com/axon-7/development/edl-emergency-dl-mode-twrp-unlock-t3553514

Also make sure to flash SuperSu V2.79 only not V2.79SR or you'll end up with a briked phone.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] KennyKusanagi:
Its not letting me boot in EDL mode. I hold down power, vol up + vol down when the phone is shut down right?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] romeoh:
Ok you can use this command from adb while your phone on and connected to your computer and it'll reboot to edl mode. adb reboot edl

It's in the OP bro ??
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] KennyKusanagi:
That qualcomm driver download is a trojan horse virus that causes BSOD.. took me 12 hours to find out how to get rid of it. DO NOT install it.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] jabeth407:
The phone is fine, it was my fault. I wasn't making certain movements through the code to ensure other code applied would take hold. It did eventually work almost 100%. Let me explain.

I use a dozen or so root access programs. Three, maybe four I don't remember now, don't use the access they've been granted through SuperSU. One of them, when I mentioned it to the programmer, updated his program and it has since accepted & used its root access.

It hasn't accepted any of the factory system's OTAs. It keeps finding them, accepting, downloading, then rejecting for not having something. I don't remember specifically but, I can always flash one, so it's not a big deal.

The phone is awesome compared to all the others & their prices valued through digits listed on paper "promises"...
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] HonestOtter:
I also had a very destructive Trojan after installing the qualcomm and running the root tools. Someone needs to get these links taken down. I didn't read the above warning until after I was infected and multiple drivers corrupted. Still have a lot of cleaning todo, but wanted to confirm there is a threat.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] sankrisz:
What if i can't see the port?

My phone is totally bricked, i can only see zte logo. No fastboot, recovery. Can someone help me out, or should i just use the phone as a paperweight?
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] eladmitz:
Hey, I think the link for axon7backup.zip on the OP is broken, Im getting - This site can’t be reached (http://fs1.d-h.st/download/00237/Ienb/axon7backup.zip) adblock disabled
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Nobody83:
[MENTION=8102892]sankrisz[/MENTION] Have you tried the windows nexus recovery tool by [MENTION=7658623]bkores[/MENTION]
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] j77moduss:
Please I cannot download or find either the axon7backup.zip...

I need it because I am bricked and can only get to edl though deep flash usb cable... However axon7tool does not recognize the phone even if Qualcomm appears in USB system administrator..

My last resort is use axon7root.exe -p 3 - r since is COM 3.

Please help I am desesperated, thanks
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] ColorfulPoland:
If I have A2017G B06, then use A2017 B06? Bypassing mod delete G links, there is no B06 for european version.
[ZTE Axon 7 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Other Deve] Choose an username...:
That's because you'll brick your device if you flash the European zip anyways. Imagine what would happen if you flash a different zip...

Been there. Not worth bricking. Just unlock your bootloader...

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I don't think you can fix your device via software if it's in DFU mode. Neither with cables. The only way I found after some research is by disassembling and shorting the test pad.