What happens after rom update?

[modem_man]

OK, I'm thinking about putting in the new rom so that I can utilize the A2DP.

Before doing that, I was wondering if some of you can answer a few questions for me:

1). I know that after loading the new rom, it's like a hard reset where you loose all your data. Can I use backup software like SPB Backup to bring the programs and info that I have back to the Universal with the new rom?

2). Which would be considered the best rom update right now?
I have the Qtek 9000 with Boot 1.0, with it's original rom (1.13.64WWE with 1.03 Radio). I'm thinking of going with the Qtek 13077 176 rom for the A2DP features.

3). Is there anything else that I need to look into besides backing up data and software that I need to be worried about on the Universal?

This will be a first for me. I'm a rom-upgrade virgin. So please be gentle with me.

Thanks.

[cdgoin]

Love to know all that too.. that said I am running headlong into updating my T-mobile with the UNI_DT_WWE_13077_176_10900_Ship.zip version.

Already updated the bootloader to 1.1

So far things are good..

Charles

[cdgoin]

Opps.. that wasnt teh right country.. DE

Trying UNI_QTEK_13077_176_10900_WWE.exe

[cdgoin]

Country error on that one too.. So going with. SInce my MDA Pro was a UK phone.

UNI_ORUK_13090_174_10300_WWE_Ship.exe

[JasperJanssen]

The country error thing is actually checking for more than country, or really not country at all, it checks for provider. My TmobNL flashed the TmobUK without problems, but not any of the other providers' roms. You need to get the three appropriate nbf files from the rom update package (either by unpacking with winrar/winzip or by copying them out of the temp directory from under its nose, while it's telling you it won't work), put them into a directory with MaUpgradeUt_NoID.exe (from ftp://xda:xda@ftp.xda-developers.com/BlueAngel/Tools/MaUpgradeUt_noID.zip ), and run that file. The picture won't be a universal, but one of the other HTC phones, but it should still work.

Disclaimer: It seems to work for me, but if you screw up your device, I ain't taking responsibility for it.

[cdgoin]

Yea.. thanks I figured that out after hitting the right search. I installed the QTEK version and all seems well.. Other than the fact I cant get Tmobile US to unlock the damn thing. Trying to go through T-mobile UK.. but have my doubts.

If I had known of the Unlocking probems I may not have gotten it yet and waited.. But its so damn cool, I am glad I do have it. Just got to figure out how to unlock it.

[qtotter]

1). I know that after loading the new rom, it's like a hard reset where you loose all your data. Can I use backup software like SPB Backup to bring the programs and info that I have back to the Universal with the new rom?
No, you cannot.

2). Which would be considered the best rom update right now?
I have the Qtek 9000 with Boot 1.0, with it's original rom (1.13.64WWE with 1.03 Radio). I'm thinking of going with the Qtek 13077 176 rom for the A2DP features.
The new ROMs are the same, basically. I love the Qtek one since it's simple with less cabs in the ext_rom.


3). Is there anything else that I need to look into besides backing up data and software that I need to be worried about on the Universal?
You might end up with your universal totally dead. Do it on your own risk.

[Rick GM]

Modem man asked
1). I know that after loading the new rom, it's like a hard reset where you loose all your data. Can I use backup software like SPB Backup to bring the programs and info that I have back to the Universal with the new rom?


qtotter replied
No, you cannot.

Sprite backup's latest version (5.1 just released) allows you to restore AFTER a ROM upgrade. Visit their web site for the information. I'm gonna give it a try tomorrow

[qtotter]

qtotter replied
No, you cannot.

Sprite backup's latest version (5.1 just released) allows you to restore AFTER a ROM upgrade. Visit their web site for the information. I'm gonna give it a try tomorrow

Sounds cool! Looking forward to hearing your finding with the new version.

qt

[modem_man]

Thanks for all the responses.
Here's my input:

1). Went ahead and installed the new ROM.

2). Worked great except for a few kinks (not sure if it's the ROM or me)

3). No...SPB Backup will not restore apps into new rom. Had to do everything from scratch. Don't have Sprite Backup. Do tell if you have.

4). Bought the Motorola HT820 and A2DP worked great (except for some scratchy noises when PDA is on belt and I'm standing upright - not unbearable).

5). Luckily I had everything backed up and finally got myself a instruction sheet on how to reinstall all my apps again.

6). Install of ROM went without a hitch...though I held my breath for close to half hour - praying - please don't brick! Be warned....it might.

7). Only thing needed to test is the idea of having 2 Bluetooth Headset devices connect to the Universal on the new ROM and see if they work. Why? One for caller ID and another one for stereo headset. No need to open clamshell to view who's calling (as soon as Jetset get their software to show names and voice dialing working properly).

FYI, the device I had was a QTEK and my install went smoothly. I cannot and will not be responsible for anybody "bricking" their Universal just because mine went smoothly.

Thanks again for everybody who chimed in.

Mel

[seanc]

where did you get the down load ? what ver#'s is it i have the qtek also

[modem_man]

My Qtek is:
Qtek9000
Bootloader: 1.00
Upgraded from 1.13.64WWE with 1.03 Radio ROM to UNI_QTEK_13077_176_10900_WWE ROM.
New ROM has A2DP and AKU2.

For the ROM, follow the following instructions:
1). From the XDA-Developers Forum page, top left corner, select wiki.xda-develoeprs.com
2). Look for HTC Pocket Phones Title and select Universal
3). Scroll down until you see "Detailed Instruction On How To Upgrade with Bootloader method" and select it
4). There you'll see a link to the rom download link (in #1 instruction).

WARNING!
- Your Qtek 9000 may or may not work after the ROM install. You are doing this on your own risk.
- Your data will not be available anymore after the new ROM install (if it works). There are forum discussions that state that Sprite Backup will allow a backup restore even after a ROM update but I haven't tested it yet and will not vouch that it will.
- If you have a heart condition and you have to worry about money, I would advise you to reconsider updating your ROM. Your heart might not be able to handle the stress.


Please read the following forum sites to understand a little more about it:
A warning that needs to be read:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=48309

General instructions on the update - might be a little outdated but still good info:
http://wiki.xda-developers.com/index.php?pagename=HTC_Universal

Upgrading a HTC Universal (different brands) with a different make ROM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=42992

A general instruction list for updating a ROM on a Universal:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=45874

A computer crash situation:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/viewtopic.php?t=49266

WARNING - I cannot stress enough on the fact that your Universal might be a brick if the install did not go well.

OK.
On the positive side....with A2DP, I love the fact that I can listen to streaming radio via Bluetooth Stereo Headsets.
And the Universal does run a little faster (IMO).