How do you upgrade ROM?

[msafi]

hi,

i looked around for instructions on how to upgrade the ROM but i couldn't find any.

i have a very old ROM and i want to upgrade it to the latest ROM that includes the A2DP, etc.

how do i go about installing it? is it like installing a regular application? i have a Qtek 9100.

thanks,

[mackaby007]

For anyone else who has had the same problem as we did, follow these simple instructions:

First download lokiwiz v2b. Don't use previous versions or you'll not get through this!!

Hard reset your device (not necessary, but it ensures you'll have no hassle with Activesync).

Done that? Good. Extract the lokiwiz v2b .zip folder and copy enablerapi.cab to your memory card or to 'My Documents' folder on your device. Then execute the 'enablerapi.cab'.

Done? Just switch off the device (power button; put it in standby mode).

If you have Activesync already installed, un-install it and re-install directly afterwards (ensure a brand new partnership).

Then when prompted by Activesync, plug in your USB cable PC-PPC and it should recognise as usual.

Then execute the lokiwiz.bat file (in the folder that was generated earlier when you extracted the lokiwiz02b.zip file) and when you see the MS Dos (black screen) choose the option CID Unlock (SuperCID) and wait for it to COMPLETELY finish. You'll know it's finished when your Wizard is re-booting. Plug out your USB cable at this stage.

Once re-booted and back into WM5, re-connect your cable and if all goes well it should re-connect to Active Sync (wait till it has finished syncing or says connected!).

Finally......double click the executable file, which should be:
RUU_Prodigy_1060701_101_11310_QTEK_WWE_Ship.exe
Hopefully it will now install the ROM without hiccups (about 10 minutes).

Sorry to you gurus for the lengthy explanation, but some of us are still relatively inexperienced to this and a thorough (if you can call it that) explanation of the processes will really be appreciated. I certainly have done when some of guys broke it down to me in the past.

I'm hoping this ROM will not dissapoint me as the others have done, as I've been getting quite frustrated and angry about the whole WM5 & HTC thing.

Good luck. :wink:

Last ROM:
Custom ROM: O2 ROM
Rom Version: 1.5.4.2 WWE
Rom Date: 11/8/05
Radio version: 01.12.10
Protocol version: 4.0.13.23
ExtRom: Removed by default (xtra 10 megs in extended ROM through total Commander)

Current ROM
Qtek ROM:
Rom Version: 1.6.7.1 WWE
Rom Date: 11/28/05
Radio version: 01.13.10
Protocol version: 4.0.13.24
ExtRom: 1.6.7.101[/quote]

Credit goes to machinagod, button and all you other guys who helped me. Cheers

[msafi]

thanks for finding the informaiton for me!

[Hammad]

Thanks for the breakdown. I am new to all this, and not too au fait with all the developer terms, and it can be quite intimidating!

I have an O2 branded XDA Mini S and want to use it with Vodafone SIM card. The device is unlocked, so I can make and receive calls - good start!


However, I want to get rid of all the O2 branding and install the vodafone GPRS/SMS/MMS etc. settings. From what I've read on the forums, the O2 stuff slows the unit down, and it will all be irrelevant anyway. Does the extended ROM you refer to above then get the unit into an "unbranded" state?

Basically, I just want the unit without any trace of O2 (boot splach screen, O2 active etc.) and to be able to put the Vodafone settings in manually...

[Hammad]

Thanks mackaby007 - managed to update rom using your instructions, and got rid of O2 screen using aWizard! :D

[msuk]

Hi,

Can anyone tell me how to lock the phone back so for example if I had to send it to T-Mobile.

Thanks
Msuk

[gillettos]

For anyone else who has had the same problem as we did, follow these simple instructions:

First download lokiwiz v2b. Don't use previous versions or you'll not get through this!!

Hard reset your device (not necessary, but it ensures you'll have no hassle with Activesync).

Done that? Good. Extract the lokiwiz v2b .zip folder and copy enablerapi.cab to your memory card or to 'My Documents' folder on your device. Then execute the 'enablerapi.cab'.

Done? Just switch off the device (power button; put it in standby mode).

If you have Activesync already installed, un-install it and re-install directly afterwards (ensure a brand new partnership).

Then when prompted by Activesync, plug in your USB cable PC-PPC and it should recognise as usual.

Then execute the lokiwiz.bat file (in the folder that was generated earlier when you extracted the lokiwiz02b.zip file) and when you see the MS Dos (black screen) choose the option CID Unlock (SuperCID) and wait for it to COMPLETELY finish. You'll know it's finished when your Wizard is re-booting. Plug out your USB cable at this stage.

Once re-booted and back into WM5, re-connect your cable and if all goes well it should re-connect to Active Sync (wait till it has finished syncing or says connected!).

Finally......double click the executable file, which should be:
RUU_Prodigy_1060701_101_11310_QTEK_WWE_Ship.exe
Hopefully it will now install the ROM without hiccups (about 10 minutes).

Sorry to you gurus for the lengthy explanation, but some of us are still relatively inexperienced to this and a thorough (if you can call it that) explanation of the processes will really be appreciated. I certainly have done when some of guys broke it down to me in the past.

I'm hoping this ROM will not dissapoint me as the others have done, as I've been getting quite frustrated and angry about the whole WM5 & HTC thing.

Good luck. :wink:

Last ROM:
Custom ROM: O2 ROM
Rom Version: 1.5.4.2 WWE
Rom Date: 11/8/05
Radio version: 01.12.10
Protocol version: 4.0.13.23
ExtRom: Removed by default (xtra 10 megs in extended ROM through total Commander)

Current ROM
Qtek ROM:
Rom Version: 1.6.7.1 WWE
Rom Date: 11/28/05
Radio version: 01.13.10
Protocol version: 4.0.13.24
ExtRom: 1.6.7.101

Credit goes to machinagod, button and all you other guys who helped me. Cheers[/quote]

Hi,

Where do I download this lokiwiz v2b from ?????

[ikkoku]

Question I have is ... if after CID unlocked, and upgraded with different brand (DOPOD) ROM, When I upgrade again and use say and O2 ROM, do I need to CID unlock again?

[hrb]

Question I have is ... if after CID unlocked, and upgraded with different brand (DOPOD) ROM, When I upgrade again and use say and O2 ROM, do I need to CID unlock again?

No, you need to do CID unlock only once.
Cheers
hrb

[Halfhoff]

Thanks for the help!

[squarna]

Hi,

I am try to replace the T-mob ROM to QTEK ROM on a Wizard Phone.
I tryed by using aWizard and lokiviz but notin to do.
All action are been performed (unlock CID, enable rapi).
My device have the latest T-mob ROM
OS:2.21.2.6
GSM:02.19.11
SPL:2.21.1.0001

Have I do downgrade the SW?

BR
Alex

[mnshanbhag]

Hi,

I am try to replace the T-mob ROM to QTEK ROM on a Wizard Phone.
I tryed by using aWizard and lokiviz but notin to do.
All action are been performed (unlock CID, enable rapi).
My device have the latest T-mob ROM
OS:2.21.2.6
GSM:02.19.11
SPL:2.21.1.0001

Have I do downgrade the SW?

BR
Alex

I have the exact same problem. Both Loki and aWizard don't work.

[Dr Puttingham]

Typically when you want to downgrade your phone to an earlier (or shipped version) you need to first downgrade it to Button's 1.05, then you can "upgrade" to back to the desired 1.x or 2.x ROM.

Is that what you're asking?

Steven

chow

[squarna]

how is possible to downgrade the wizard phone to 1.05?

I have a T-mob wizard phone with inside IPL 2.21.0001,GSM 2.19.11, OS 2.21.2.6.

Have I to follow the below step?
1)dovngrade to 1.05 . Is necessary only OS or boot loader and ratio too?
2)perform again the flashing procedure.

Regards
Alex

[ratcom]

how is possible to downgrade the wizard phone to 1.05?

I have a T-mob wizard phone with inside IPL 2.21.0001,GSM 2.19.11, OS 2.21.2.6.

Have I to follow the below step?
1)dovngrade to 1.05 . Is necessary only OS or boot loader and ratio too?
2)perform again the flashing procedure.

Regards
Alexlooks to me that you have a "G4" chipset, I can tell because you are reporting the IPL 2.21.0001 and not just IPL 2.21 Maybe someone else can verify this???? If so please please DONT try to flash before you have researched "G4" chipset flashing first

[squarna]

Dear sir,

you true!!
I have just read a post were is explained that if you have G4 chip is not possible to downgrade or upgrade the ROM.
Bootloaders (IPL/SPL) with .0001 at the end of the version are G4 flash chips.
This info will be very halpefully for everybody need to perform any flashing action on wizard phone.
Do you confirm that is actually not possible to solve this issue?

Regards
Alex

[ratcom]

Have a look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=55757
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=54578
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=55972

[squarna]

I am very confused...
OK.
My wizard have G4 chip inside.
I was been able to remove the SIM lock.
If I try to CID unlock the device I receive CID unlocked successfull but after a ROM update the device stuck at startup.
Now...if I pay on http://www.imei-check.co.uk/ 20£ will be possible to change the ROM?

[squarna]

Hi,

I discovered a SW named JAFWM that is able to flsh evry ROM.
Is this true?

[ratcom]

@squarna - Sorry mate but TBH with myself not having a G4 chipset Ive not taken much notice of any post relating to them, if no one else jumps in soon try starting a new thread with the title like "G4 chipset What roms work?" or something ;) and good luck!

[kyphur]

All 2.x Roms have G4 Bootloaders.

No 1.x Roms have G4 Bootloaders.

If you pay Imeicheck for CID unlocking you should be able to:

1. Use any 2.x Stock Rom.

2. Use any 2.x Custom Rom with G4 Bootloader.

3. Use any 2.x Custom Rom without Bootloader.

While some users have reported success downgrading a G4 device to a 1.x Rom for free COD unlocking others have bricked their phones because IPL gets changed to 1.x while SPL remains 2.x

Do any of these at your own risk.

[squarna]

I need to remove the T-mobile costomization anf if possible change the T-mobile ROM to ITA QTEK ROM.
Is this possible after CID unlock?

[slimshadee]

All 2.x Roms have G4 Bootloaders.

No 1.x Roms have G4 Bootloaders.

If you pay Imeicheck for CID unlocking you should be able to:

1. Use any 2.x Stock Rom.

2. Use any 2.x Custom Rom with G4 Bootloader.

3. Use any 2.x Custom Rom without Bootloader.

While some users have reported success downgrading a G4 device to a 1.x Rom for free COD unlocking others have bricked their phones because IPL gets changed to 1.x while SPL remains 2.x

Do any of these at your own risk.

Has this been definitively verified? I trust what you say kyphur, but you leave some question in your above post by using the word "should". I have paid imei-check to unlock my Cingular 8125 w/G4 chipset; the procedure went w/o a hitch, and their support staff claims that a CID unlock is completed as a part of their service (but how do I know until I actually try to re-flash my device?)

Can ANYONE with a G4 chipset wizard confirm that they have loaded a CUSTOM rom (like Mr. Clean) on their device after having it CID unlocked? How about a custom splash screen mod, or an extended rom mod? What bootloader was used to initiate these flashes?

If I understand you right kyphur, you are supposing a stock 2.x bootloader (lets say from cingular) could/should be coupled with the parts of a custom rom build to flash a CID unlocked G4, correct?

I modded the heck out of my G3 wizard, only to get it replaced on warranty with a G4...I sure do want to implement a ton of tweaks that I had on that G3...would be nice to hear others experiences...

[squarna]

I will try to flash my devive by using JAFWM.
How is possible to buy credits for JAFWM?

[squarna]

Hi,

seems that is available a new procedure for the flashing any ROM on G4 chips!!

http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=56088

[whitewash]

Hello,
Is there any way I can backup ROM before replacing it and then restore it from backup later again?
When replacing ROM, I don't have to replace bootloader, do I? If I don't replace bootloader, there is also possibility to make phone work again, even if I flash wrong ROM?
Do EXE files from this site replace bootloader?

I have IPL 1.03 and SPL 1.06. Does that mean I may only flash ROMs with version 1.* ?

[mrobo]

which is the best rom for wizard model G4 and which is the latest
how to update it on G4 model is there any solution to unlock it now ?
i ask because am i newbie and would appreciate some help !
i have O2 Xda Mini S IPL/SPL 2.21.0001 GSM 02.07.10 OS 2.21.41 i think it's G4 model.

[dustinwebb]

is there a way to do the software upgrade through the sd card?? somehow i had damaged my mini usb plug in the phone; but i put it back together and sodered it, but i believe some of the pins must not be connected because my cpu doesnt recognize it; it charges but activesync doesnt see it. I have reset my phone uninstalled activsync, still nothing. So is there a way to extract the files to the sd card and do a upgrade that way?? thanks

[zabardast_1]

Nopes ! you got to have a working usb connection,there's a thread with detailed pinouts of the mini usb port in this forum,try to get it and resolder all the points correctly.