I'm not prepared to do this today, but it needs to be done soon- stock is pissing me off, I miss CM in a bad way. getting all my ducks in a row- will update as I actually get into it.
the replacement G2 came with Android 2.3.4 S-ON - therefore, I need to downgrade to Froyo before going through the root process:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1178912
this requires use of ADB and allows temp root access
to gain perm root access, S-OFF, install Clockwork- I will be using section 4.b when I get to that point:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=HTC_Vision#Rooting_the_Vision_.28G2.2FDZ.29_and_DHD
from there, I should be able to use Clockwork to download and install CM. also, I saved my SD card from the hackedified G2 so I can reload Titanium back-up once I'm up and running again.
off-topic: interesting.. the One S can be rooted, S-OFF'd, CWM'd and the like without an sd card... cuz it doesn't have one.. love the dev community.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1604677
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edit 8/26/12: took me 45 minutes max to downgrade and get the perm-root and whatnot. after that was all set, I shut down, took my SIM card out, booted up again and connected via WiFi:
- install ClockworkMod from the Market
- Flash ClockworkMod Recovery
- under ROM Management, choose Download ROM
- I choose CyanogenMod and we're going right back to 7.2.0
aaahh.. this is *so* much better.. missed CM. loading certain apps w/data from Titanium Backup now.. yeay Jewels and Angry Birds!
Friday, August 17, 2012
Wednesday, August 15, 2012
restore rooted G2 to factory
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=835971
removes root, restores S-ON and the factory shipped ROM. if you're like me and used a few CM ROMs over the past two years, you will need to get into the HEX editor.
make sure you have ADB working!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=865685
I found "Method B" to be the quickest and easiest way to use ADB- just download from Step 2, move the entire extracted folder to C:\ and rename it ADB for easy access within the command prompt.
the link to the IMG file you need (in first link above) is no longer working- the correct PC10IMG.zip file can be found at:
http://www.ratherphallic.co.cc/UNMODDED/Vision_G2_1.19.531.1_PC10IMG.zip
just rename to PC10IMG.zip before you move it to your SD card.
takes a bit of work and time.. but I am now back to factory and can send this G2 back to TMo (my keyboard went wonky and they sent me a replacement). I think I'm upgrading to the HTC One S very soon.
I am tempted by the Galaxy Note.. but.. I don't trust Samsung.. love me some HTC.
now to root and load CM onto the new one! maybe.. there really isn't a point if I'm just passing along to Rylie when I upgrade.
edit: nope.. need root and CM. stock pisses me off. and hot damn.. I never did a write-up on how to do root. project for another day...
removes root, restores S-ON and the factory shipped ROM. if you're like me and used a few CM ROMs over the past two years, you will need to get into the HEX editor.
make sure you have ADB working!!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=865685
I found "Method B" to be the quickest and easiest way to use ADB- just download from Step 2, move the entire extracted folder to C:\ and rename it ADB for easy access within the command prompt.
the link to the IMG file you need (in first link above) is no longer working- the correct PC10IMG.zip file can be found at:
http://www.ratherphallic.co.cc/UNMODDED/Vision_G2_1.19.531.1_PC10IMG.zip
just rename to PC10IMG.zip before you move it to your SD card.
takes a bit of work and time.. but I am now back to factory and can send this G2 back to TMo (my keyboard went wonky and they sent me a replacement). I think I'm upgrading to the HTC One S very soon.
I am tempted by the Galaxy Note.. but.. I don't trust Samsung.. love me some HTC.
now to root and load CM onto the new one! maybe.. there really isn't a point if I'm just passing along to Rylie when I upgrade.
edit: nope.. need root and CM. stock pisses me off. and hot damn.. I never did a write-up on how to do root. project for another day...
Sunday, July 22, 2012
long overdue- upgrade to CM 7.2.0
- on SD card, move everything from Titanium BackUp folder to folder "OldTBU" - empty TBU folder
- Run Titanium BackUp for all apps and data separately
- export global Agenda settings
- from ROM Manager, download CM 7.2.0 with Google Apps- wth.. froze at 72% after over an hour of downloading.. forced stop, reboot, restart download... went *much* faster!
- using ROM Manager, back-up ROM, wipe data and cache, wipe Dalvik cache
- sit and wait
- 4 corner skip, add home wi-fi, Market, sign in, download Titanium BackUp, allow "Unknown Apps", restore 83 apps (duh- don't hit cancel on one app and expect it to keep going.. reboot and start TBU restore again)
- all apps restored, some uninstalled.. settings set back up, sync'd, wallpaper loaded, Agenda widget loaded..
we have CM 7.2.0 - lovin it
edit: it's a keeper! I love how when I lock the screen, it turns off like an old tv.
- Run Titanium BackUp for all apps and data separately
- export global Agenda settings
- from ROM Manager, download CM 7.2.0 with Google Apps- wth.. froze at 72% after over an hour of downloading.. forced stop, reboot, restart download... went *much* faster!
- using ROM Manager, back-up ROM, wipe data and cache, wipe Dalvik cache
- sit and wait
- 4 corner skip, add home wi-fi, Market, sign in, download Titanium BackUp, allow "Unknown Apps", restore 83 apps (duh- don't hit cancel on one app and expect it to keep going.. reboot and start TBU restore again)
- all apps restored, some uninstalled.. settings set back up, sync'd, wallpaper loaded, Agenda widget loaded..
we have CM 7.2.0 - lovin it
edit: it's a keeper! I love how when I lock the screen, it turns off like an old tv.
Tuesday, February 28, 2012
complete
I used the HP power supply until the replacement came in.
new monitor arrived today.
been using a square 15inch LCD for the past few years.. this 19inch widescreen LED is amazing! and looks a lot better on my desk, too.
I am in frikin love with my new system. the best "under $700" I've spent in a looong time.
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ViewSonic 19in LED Monitor
Barebones Kit
Win7Pro64bit for System Builders
wireless KB and Mouse
4GB RAM
new monitor arrived today.
been using a square 15inch LCD for the past few years.. this 19inch widescreen LED is amazing! and looks a lot better on my desk, too.
I am in frikin love with my new system. the best "under $700" I've spent in a looong time.
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ViewSonic 19in LED Monitor
Barebones Kit
Win7Pro64bit for System Builders
wireless KB and Mouse
4GB RAM
Friday, February 17, 2012
DOA = bummin
the PSU = DOA. tigerdirect is sending a replacement, which should arrive by Wednesday.
*sigh* so bummed right now..
edit: I took the PSU out of the HP while I wait for the replacement. downloading and installing all my stuff now. what a difference.. I love it!
the media bay I bought isn't compatible.. I can't figure out how to connect it- I'll look around online before I return it to amazon.
new computer.. new keyboard and mouse.. now I just need a new monitor... and clean up all the wires.
edit: *growl* I have Win7Pro32 and I bought the Win7Pro64 upgrade as download and disc-by-mail direct from Microsoft. I try to install by .exe and no matter what the folder permissions, an error occurs saying I don't have permission to write to the folder, and installation ceases. so I downloaded the .iso.. and I don't have any writable DVDs on hand. something is telling me I shouldn't have bought the upgrade version.. looking up if you can upgrade from 32 to 64.. if I can't use the Win7Pro64 upgrade version for whatever reason, I hope I can get my money back.
the big bummer about being stuck at 32-bit is I have 8GB RAM installed, and less than 4GB is accessible.
I'll go grab some DVD-Rs tomorrow, but according to the MS website, it should be fairly painless if I can't use it..
"To return downloadable software:
`Confirm your order was placed within the last thirty (30) days.
`Uninstall the software from your computer:
`In Windows 7 and in Vista: In Control Panel, go to Programs and Features, and then click Uninstall a program.
`In Windows XP: In Control Panel, go to Add/Remove Programs, and then click Uninstall a program.
`Call Microsoft Store at 1-877-MY-MSSTORE (1-877-696-7786) to request a return. You will be asked to confirm that you have uninstalled and have not made any copies of the software. We may also ask you to sign an electronic Letter of Destruction as a condition of your return. After you talk to a customer service agent, the product key will be blocked and you will not be able to install or use the software in the future. Microsoft Store will issue a credit to the same credit card you used to purchase and send you a receipt by email."
edit: you cannot upgrade from 32 to 64 bit. so I'm attempting to "return" the download and I ordered the full version of Win7Pro64 for system builders from amazon. Microsoft makes you wait on hold for an awful looong time... but the "return" is pretty painless.
*sigh* so bummed right now..
edit: I took the PSU out of the HP while I wait for the replacement. downloading and installing all my stuff now. what a difference.. I love it!
the media bay I bought isn't compatible.. I can't figure out how to connect it- I'll look around online before I return it to amazon.
new computer.. new keyboard and mouse.. now I just need a new monitor... and clean up all the wires.
edit: *growl* I have Win7Pro32 and I bought the Win7Pro64 upgrade as download and disc-by-mail direct from Microsoft. I try to install by .exe and no matter what the folder permissions, an error occurs saying I don't have permission to write to the folder, and installation ceases. so I downloaded the .iso.. and I don't have any writable DVDs on hand. something is telling me I shouldn't have bought the upgrade version.. looking up if you can upgrade from 32 to 64.. if I can't use the Win7Pro64 upgrade version for whatever reason, I hope I can get my money back.
the big bummer about being stuck at 32-bit is I have 8GB RAM installed, and less than 4GB is accessible.
I'll go grab some DVD-Rs tomorrow, but according to the MS website, it should be fairly painless if I can't use it..
"To return downloadable software:
`Confirm your order was placed within the last thirty (30) days.
`Uninstall the software from your computer:
`In Windows 7 and in Vista: In Control Panel, go to Programs and Features, and then click Uninstall a program.
`In Windows XP: In Control Panel, go to Add/Remove Programs, and then click Uninstall a program.
`Call Microsoft Store at 1-877-MY-MSSTORE (1-877-696-7786) to request a return. You will be asked to confirm that you have uninstalled and have not made any copies of the software. We may also ask you to sign an electronic Letter of Destruction as a condition of your return. After you talk to a customer service agent, the product key will be blocked and you will not be able to install or use the software in the future. Microsoft Store will issue a credit to the same credit card you used to purchase and send you a receipt by email."
edit: you cannot upgrade from 32 to 64 bit. so I'm attempting to "return" the download and I ordered the full version of Win7Pro64 for system builders from amazon. Microsoft makes you wait on hold for an awful looong time... but the "return" is pretty painless.
Thursday, February 16, 2012
goodbye HP
my poor, tired and clogged with dust HP Pavilion a1245c is officially being retired and gutted for parts:
AMD Athlon 64 3700+
200GB HDD
3GB RAM
LightScribe DVD-RW (dead)
DVD-ROM
Media Bay (card readers dead, USB&Firewire dead)
Win7Pro32
the replacement.. I'm excited.. and it's a project, not just plug-n-play.. more satisfying that way, I think.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1922480 plus an amazon purchase:
MB w/HDMI (possible USB3.0)
AMD Phenom II X6
500GB HDD
8GB RAM
DVD-RW
DVD-ROM
Media Bay
Win7Pro64
everything is getting delivered this weekend.. a nice homework distraction, for sure.
I'll probably be in awe with how screaming fast it is compared to what I've been using. next purchase is a new monitor!
AMD Athlon 64 3700+
200GB HDD
3GB RAM
LightScribe DVD-RW (dead)
DVD-ROM
Media Bay (card readers dead, USB&Firewire dead)
Win7Pro32
the replacement.. I'm excited.. and it's a project, not just plug-n-play.. more satisfying that way, I think.
http://www.tigerdirect.com/applications/searchtools/item-details.asp?EdpNo=1922480 plus an amazon purchase:
MB w/HDMI (possible USB3.0)
AMD Phenom II X6
500GB HDD
8GB RAM
DVD-RW
DVD-ROM
Media Bay
Win7Pro64
everything is getting delivered this weekend.. a nice homework distraction, for sure.
I'll probably be in awe with how screaming fast it is compared to what I've been using. next purchase is a new monitor!
Thursday, October 27, 2011
new system
ok, I've got this figured out.
gonna snag the lower-spec'd Asus from my local Best Buy for $399 total, along with 8GB of RAM and a 160GB hard drive from amazon for $86 total.. as of right now, the Phenom II x4 is only $112 and the USB 3.0 PCIe cards aren't that expensive (like $30).
so I spend $485 to get started off quite nicely, and a mere $140 or so to upgrade later on. still cheaper than buying the better spec'd system plus RAM and hard drive.
with initial purchases and tinkering:
dual boot Win7 and Ubuntu
main drive = 160GB
secondary drive = 1TB
12GB RAM
AMD Athlon II X2 220
ATI Radeon 3000
8ct USB 2.0
card reader
DVD-RW
I can't wait for a faster machine.. this poor HP has had it. Taryn might still get it- Orb through the Wii didn't work out so well.. movies encoded to iTunes need iTunes to play. but then I'd have to get her an LCD TV with all the correct connections.
I need to win the damn lottery.
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