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Tenshi Hinanawi edited this page Dec 21, 2012 · 1 revision

Make sure that all your files are backed up before proceeding; this section wipes your phone!

Unlocking the Bootloader

(replace with USB Debugging Template)

  1. Turn on USB Debugging Settings/Developer Options/USB Debugging if it isn't already enabled.
  • If you do NOT see Developer Options in Settings, go to Settings/About Phone, scroll down to the bottom, and tap on the Build Number section 7 times. A pop-up should show telling you that you are "now a developer."

  1. Connect your phone to the computer via USB

  2. Check the ADB connection status with this command: If a serial number is displayed, the connection is successful

    adb devices

  1. Go to the platform-tools folder in a command line.

  2. Reboot to the bootloader. You will see a large Start button with a large Android.

    adb reboot bootloader

  3. Unlock your device with this command (run as root with Mac/Linux). Your device will take a long time to restart; this is normal, don't panic.

    fastboot oem unlock

{{Note|If a FAILED message pops up like in the picture, just ignore it. Everything works just fine}}

  1. You will have to accept and erase all the user data on the device. Use the {{Key|Volume Up/Down}} keys to choose yes or no, and the {{Key|Power}} button to select. Then press {{Key|Power}} a second time to reboot.

PROTIP: Keep the command line open; we'll need it again soon.

Sources

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Introduction

  • Introduction - A quick intro to the rationale and ideals of this guide, and smartphone modding in general.
  • General Setup - Learn how to install and run the tools you need to succeed.
  • Device Guides - Customized, fully decked out guides for rooting each and every device we could find.
  • General OS Customizations - General customizations that work on all devices of a specific OS.

Content Guidelines

  • General Guidelines - The ideals that you should uphold while working with and editing this guide.
  • Device Guide Templates - Templates and general guidelines for creating customized guides for a device.
  • Linux - Run a full desktop OS on your little mobile device; research is being made to make it comfortable to use in the mobile space.

Reference

  • Glossary - Contains all the crazy acronyms and word soup that you'll need to wade through when using this guide.
  • Android Buying Guide for Modders - While modding can fix up an outdated device, it will make your life easier to buy the right device from the start.
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