[BACKUP][RECOVERY] Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Noob (Simple) Version

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide MAJOR UPDATE Rev33 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm

Prokennexusa,

Glad you found out whats causing all the errors, It's 1:55 am right now so i'll go sleep for a couple of hours.

If you are done modifying the code by the time i get up, i'll start testing immediately!

Have fun coding! :p

AmrBanawan,

I think we got it this time. Let's do one more run and then we will call it a day.

When you have time, test:

27. Install Sony xLoud and ClearAudio+ Audio Upgrade

Post the output. Then test:

30. Install Lock Screen and Disable The Original Lock Screen

Post the output. Then test:

31. Fix The Android System Permissions And Anomalies

Post the output. Then test:

32. Disable Amazon Ad Services

Finally post the Main Menu as you see it, is it running outside of the 90 columns assigned to the window? Can we safely extend to 100 columns or will this run off the display?

Here we go the update!

Software 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm the current version is Rev 33:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 31 Major Release - Download and extract the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 
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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide MAJOR UPDATE Rev33 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm

Prokennexusa - all options are now viewable in your latest version. Windows 64bit

Thanks

Sent from my KFTT using XDA Premium HD app

conalt,

We have another important update that fixes the Audio Upgrade installations:

Software 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm the current version is Rev 33:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 31 Major Release - Download and extract the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide MAJOR UPDATE Rev33 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm

I too am working from a Win 7 system and cannot force the runme.bat to run as administrator either. I do the following and it works well:

- install KFFirstAide in a folder directly off the file system root: C:\KFFirstAide in my case

- Open an admin command prompt
-- Press windows buttom or click windows icon
-- Search for cmd
--right-click top search result (cmd.exe) and select 'Run as administrator' (and say yes to the 'are you sure' nag pop-up)

- Navigate to KFFirstAide directory:
-- cd /
-- cd KFFirstAide (or type CD KFF and press 'tab' and let windows complete the command for you)

- Start utility: runme.bat

Slimepuppy,

Software 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm the current version is Rev 33:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 31 Major Release - Download and extract the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide MAJOR UPDATE Rev33 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm

To All -

We have an update that fixes the Audio Upgrade installation and the Restore features.

Software 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm the current version is Rev 33:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 31 Major Release - Download and extract the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 

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To All -

We have an update that fixes the Audio Upgrade installation and the Restore features.

Software 02/17/2013 at 16:03pm the current version is Rev 33:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 31 Major Release - Download and extract the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13

exellent, when i get my tablet, i will update my tweaks with my latest tweaks and rpengine (mpengine but even better)

bravia engine affect graffics and sound and xloud make sound even better ?
 
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Waiting for payday sux so I can order a factory cable from someone, I don't feel like making another second rate one again, would rather a quality one. Anyone know of a good place to order one, then I wont feel bad flashing my hd 7" crazily, cause I will have a recovery path.

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Waiting for payday sux so I can order a factory cable from someone, I don't feel like making another second rate one again, would rather a quality one. Anyone know of a good place to order one, then I wont feel bad flashing my hd 7" crazily, cause I will have a recovery path.

Sent from my KFTT using Tapatalk HD

The rumor is, this guy at this link makes pretty darned good ones :D but fair warning he is a nut case and tests his cables multiple times before shipping. He even puts a logo on it as if it will make it work better, jeez what a weirdo.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20380015&postcount=9

I forgot to mention, he even ships them in water-proof bubble mailers... water proof mailers, really? just crazy
 
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The rumor is, this guy at this link makes pretty darned good ones :D but fair warning he is a nut case and tests his cables multiple times before shipping. He even puts a logo on it as if it will make it work better, jeez what a weirdo.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20380015&postcount=9

I forgot to mention, he even ships them in water-proof bubble mailers... water proof mailers, really? just crazy

Nice reply, I know you make them, but was not aware of ordering process... thank you for the link, I will be orderig in the next week or two. Just have to get back into my paypal, have not used it in several years, everything I order anymore does credit cards.

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Nice reply, I know you make them, but was not aware of ordering process... thank you for the link, I will be orderig in the next week or two. Just have to get back into my paypal, have not used it in several years, everything I order anymore does credit cards.

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hehe I know I was just being funny :good:

Hey PayPal also accepts major credit and bank cards, so you do not need to have money in your paypal account, especially if its attached to your bank account. Just make sure you find the profile section in paypal so you can make sure the shipping address is correct. I do not hand write the shipping labels out, I just print them via PayPal/USPS/eBay shipping center because PayPal offers Seller Protection so long I do not edit shipping addresses.
 

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BELASCO,

I like that! Have you used the latests version to Backup your Kindle? Please backup the Kindle using the 2 different methods. What did you finally do to be able to resolve your issue? Did you move all the backup images to C:\KFFirstAide\KindleBackup?

Did you use our software to install Google Apps?

Issue was resolved by reinstalling back to 7.2.3 then Gapps both with KFFirstAide. This was with one of last night's versions, so I had to fill in some gaps manually. I'll install the Bravia & audio enhancements later, as neither are high on me list.

Oh. BTW...Google Talk works! :cool:
 

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Help?

Hi everyone,

This looks like a great tool. I have not been able to get it to root my device, though, and figure there must be something obvious that I am doing wrong. I am on firmware version 8.1.4; 8.9" device. My PC is running Windows 7.

I have adb installed and working. I have installed the KF First Aide tool in accordance with the instructions. My drivers appear to be installed correctly. I am running the runme.bat file as admin.

When I get into the tool and run option 11, adb is definitely detecting my device.

When I run root method 1, I get the following:

[Message saying prepping for automated install and then the following:]

rm failed for /data/local/tmp, Permission denied
Link failed File exists

[Message that my kindle is being rebooted (and my kindle in fact does reboot); then I get:]

/system/bin/sh: cannot create nul: Read only file system
/system/bin/sh: cannot create /data/local.prop: Permission denied

[Message saying that my kindle is rebooting and that it will look unusual; and my kindle in fact reboots. Then it says:]

** We Are Now Testing To See If We Have The Proper Access. **

The system cannot find the file specified.

[Then the command box sits there forever until I shut it down.]

I have tried Root Method 2, and while that also appears to go through reboots, etc., that also ends in some sort of error. I can give the specific messages from that method as well if helpful. Any thoughts? Again, thanks for any help.

Mike
 

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Wow!

This thread is becoming the "Manhattan Project for Kindle Fires"! It's very exciting to read/watch the real-time evolution of a super-app!

[Unfortunately this week I am so tied up with my own (boring) project, that I can't take the time to run this growing Kindle-upgrade-machine on my poor KFTT. . . (I have to discipline myself to stop jumping back and following each development on this thread! --it's almost like a suspense novel. . .(well maybe that is a bit much!) . . . But as a KFTT user I do want to know! "will the menu get fixed?" "will the added functionality for 64bit work as well as 32bit?". . . ."and what about those poor mac users with KFTT?" :fingers-crossed:

I hope to get caught up soon so that I can steal some time to run my KFTT through these new versions . . . but I bet that by the time I do, the "runme.bat" will be about 90% different from todays! :laugh:

THANKS Prokennexusa & ALL OF YOU who are testing and fixing and pushing this forward
-- it is like nothing I have seen in Android for any other device
-- and given that most KFTT users are not heavy-tech folks, by the time this is done it will make a real difference to a great many of (us)!

:good: :good:
 

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Random Username,

Thank you very much for the Feedback, we give the end user the option to replace the Lock Screen and since Magic Locker has some really cool themes we thought why not, if the end user wants something different then they can have it. We use Magic Locker on our Kindles.

The errors is usually caused by one of a few common issues:

1. You extracted the package to the C:\KFFirstAide folder and created a second folder within the main folder. There should be one folder it must be named C:\KFFirstAide. Please move all the contents of the second folder to C:\KFFirstAide then delete the second folder.

2. You extracted the folder and left the number at the end, so if the folder is C:\KFFirstAide32 or C:\KFFirstAide64 the process will fail. The name of the folder should be C:\KFFirstAide. Please remove the 32 or 64 at the end of the folder name.

3. You are missing the Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide. Please add C:\KFFirstAide to the Environment Variable in the Microsoft Windows PATH Statement.

4. You have the Android SDK Installed - remove the SDK

When you cleared up the issues then download the latest version of our Software 02/17/2013 at 12:32pm the current version is Rev 31:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 31 Major Release - Download the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
I forgot to put it in C:\ *facepalm* :)

Another problem. Every time I click on a GPlay link (from an app or from the web) it tries to redirect to the Amazon Appstore. How do I turn this off?
 
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Sony Bravia Engine and Xloud Engine Explained

exellent, when i get my tablet, i will update my tweaks with my latest tweaks and rpengine (mpengine but even better)

bravia engine affect graffics and sound and xloud make sound even better ?

persano,

These two services are for large external TV's and loudspeakers. The Kindle can now be used to decode high end audio and video paths. Here is a small explanation of the two services. These services slightly improve music through headphones or video through the 7" display - the Bravia Engine is running on the HDMI Port and xLoud is running on the mini jack. So if you connect the Kindle to external Video or Audio you will notice much higher clarity and sharper picture when you plug the Kindle into a high end audio or video system.

FINALLY, the Kindle can be used for high end audio and video reproduction.

BRAVIA typifies what Sony television stands for - the best resolution, the best audio, fully digital and of course the best picture, driven by BRAVIA Engine Picture Enhancement System.

The BRAVIA range offers the perfect combination of cutting edge technology and contemporary free flowing design
BRAVIA Breakthrough Technology

BRAVIA Engine

BRAVIA engine is what makes a Sony BRAVIA totally unique. But what is BRAVIA Engine - In short it is a suite of image processing technologies that act as a total digital processing studio. It works to improve the image quality from any signal. As a result, you will see clearer, sharper and more natural images especially relevant when watching standard definition or a Freeview signal
In Addition to the standard BRAVIA engine, there are 2 enhanced versions available
BRAVIA Engine EX

BRAVIA Engine EX: Also has further noise reduction, super enhanced contrast and advanced natural colour. It also features Digital Reality Creation (DRC), which up-scales standard definition inputs by quadrupling the number of pixels in the image source to create HD picture quality
BRAVIA Engine Pro

BRAVIA Engine Pro: Is the highest form of BRAVIA Engine. In addition to the benefits of BRAVIA Engine EX, BRAVIA Engine Pro features advanced Digital Reality Creation (DRC) which further enhances high definition inputs such as from Sky HD, to give clearer and sharper HD images
Motionflow +100Hz

Conventional LCD Televisions show 50 pictures, or frames, a second (50Hz). Sony's unique Motionflow +100Hz system, which is introduced with the new D-series, doubles the amount of pictures shown to 100 per second (100Hz).
Standard 100Hz Technology can create motion blur or a judder in the picture, however Sony's unique Motionflow +100Hz system combats and eliminates this by intelligently manufacturing the additional frames rather than just repeating them
Dynamic Contrast

Dynamic Contrast is the maximum amount of difference between black and white, where as Standard Contrast is the contrast visible on the screen at any one time. A high number is impressive, but it is essential not to forget about the greys in the middle - and that's where Sony is unique with Advanced Contrast Enhancer (ACE). A unique Sony Algoritm (part of ACE) ensures the subtle shades of grey also remain.
BRAVIA Theatre Sync

All New BRAVIA will feature BRAVIA Theatre Sync, with a single touch of a button; you will be able to control your entire home entertainment system. Essentially it will automatically turn on all components, change input and get sound thus eliminating the requirement for numerous remote controls
Live Colour Creation

Live Colour Creation combines circuitry, backlight and a colour filter to create a picture which is more realistic and a natural fit to the human eye, the result is deeper greens and deeper reds. The consumer benefit is that you can see 30% more colours with "Live Colour Creation".

Sony xLoud

Sony xLoud Sound Mobile is a sound engine that change the output values of your phone. It includes sound libraries and a software equalizer for the best audio experiance! The best quality is produced in cooperation with Beats Audio! This enanchement can work with the standards desireHD’s enanchements in music box! So it can work with beats audio for an exclusive music and movie experiance!
 

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Wow!

This thread is becoming the "Manhattan Project for Kindle Fires" It's very exciting to read/watch the real-time evolution of a super-app! --it's almost like a suspense novel. . .
I agree, lol, I think this tool could have gotten the Apollo 13 astronauts home in half the time, so long they knew which end of my cable to connect first, LOL... Ok, one of us is exaggerating a little and its not you... :laugh:

:good:
 

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide - 02/17/2013 at 23:46 Rev 34

exellent, when i get my tablet, i will update my tweaks with my latest tweaks and rpengine (mpengine but even better)

bravia engine affect graffics and sound and xloud make sound even better ?

persano,

Software 02/17/2013 at 23:46pm the current version is Rev 34:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 34 Major Release - Download the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide - 02/17/2013 at 23:46 Rev 34

Sounds great man you guys doing great work!!!

lacoursiere18,

When you get your Tablet back, download and test this package. We would love your feedback.

Software 02/17/2013 at 23:46pm the current version is Rev 34:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 34 Major Release - Download the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide - 02/17/2013 at 23:46 Rev 34

Waiting for payday sux so I can order a factory cable from someone, I don't feel like making another second rate one again, would rather a quality one. Anyone know of a good place to order one, then I wont feel bad flashing my hd 7" crazily, cause I will have a recovery path.

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point99trash2011,

We stock the SkOrPn cables. What do you need to do to the Kindle? Do you have a broken Bootloader? If yes, you indeed need a Factory USB Cable, otherwise our software is able to boot a healthy Bootloader into Fastboot.

Software 02/17/2013 at 23:46pm the current version is Rev 34:

Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 34 Major Release - Download the complete package:

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip

Kindle Fire First Aide Microsoft Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip

Please extract the package as C:\KFFirstAide - BE SURE TO REMOVE THE EXTENSION OF 32 OR 64, since these packages will extract with numbers on the end.

Be sure to add the Windows Environment Variable of C:\KFFirstAide to the Path Statement, if you require instructions please go to the first page of this thread.

Be sure to REMOVE the Android SDK, this will cause the process to fail.

Finally, it is very important to make sure you are using the latest version of Java SE:

Java SE Development Kit 7u13
 

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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Noob (Simple) Version

The rumor is, this guy at this link makes pretty darned good ones :D but fair warning he is a nut case and tests his cables multiple times before shipping. He even puts a logo on it as if it will make it work better, jeez what a weirdo.

http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=20380015&postcount=9

I forgot to mention, he even ships them in water-proof bubble mailers... water proof mailers, really? just crazy

SkOrPn,

Overkill, such a lovely way to do things...........

You should post something like the above link in this thread (Post #9), it would be fine with us.
 
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    In this Noob series, we will use a software package that will automate the backup, restore and recovery process among many other features - this is a 'Swiss Army Knife' for the Kindle. This tool has been in development for some time now and is still in Beta, although it has been thoroughly tested and can be used safely. This tool is designed to backup, recover and restore the Kindle Fire 2 7", the Kindle Fire HD 7" and the Kindle Fire HD 8.9" (HD 8.9" Does Not Require The Factory USB Cable). The download size is less than 14 MB and automates several processes, no command line knowledge required. Please post any bugs to this Thread so we can quickly make changes to the software, then post an update. Most Bugs are solved within 24 hours.

    To keep your Kindle safe, we have integrated this feature into our software, You do not need any command line knowledge, just as simple as 1, 2, and 3.

    Prerequisites for the Recover Options:
    1. Install The Latest Version Of Java SE: Java SE Development Kit 7u13

    If you are uncomfortable with these procedure, please stop and contact us, we specialize in Kindle customization and development. You can ship the Kindle to our office and have us install all the upgrades, then return it to you turn-key. This service is fee based, contact our office for additional information.

    SOFTWARE UPDATE (CRITICAL RELEASE) ON 06/30/2013 Version 4.1.100 - PLEASE DOWNLOAD THE ENTIRE PACKAGE IF YOUR VERSION IS DATED PRIOR TO THIS RELEASE DATE.

    WARNING! THIS TOOL CAN PERMANENTLY DAMAGE THE KINDLE IF IT IS NOT USED PROPERLY. DO NOT FLASH THE
    KINDLE FIRE 2 IMAGE TO A KINDLE FIRE HD OR FLASH A KINDLE FIRE HD 7" TO A KINDLE FIRE 8.9" DEVICE. THIS
    WILL CAUSE PERMANENT DAMAGE THAT CAN NOT BE REVERSED. ONLY FLASH THE CORRECT MODEL SOFTWARE
    TO YOUR DEVICE.

    HOW TO UPGRADE KINDLE FIRE FIRST AIDE:
    http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=38435305&postcount=1072

    HOW TO CREATE THE WINDOWS PATH: http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=38409721&postcount=1018

    HOW TO FIX THE YELLOW KINDLE TRIANGLE:
    http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=38432739&postcount=1062

    These are the current features on Version 4.1.100-beta:

    • Images are stored securely on our 100TB storage array on a Gigabyte Infrastructure
    • Download is fast - script is fast and lightweight
    • Secure SSL on all images to eliminate image hacking
    • All images are stored behind a firewall with IDS
    • Restores fresh system.img, boot.img and recovery.img
    • Fresh Restore Support the Kindle Fire 2 7"
    • Fresh Restore Support the Kindle Fire HD 7"
    • Fresh Restore Supports the Kindle Fire HD 8.9"
    • Fresh Restore Currently supports software Rev x.2.3
    • ChainsDD Superuser APK and SU Binary Included
    • Automated Backup - Full and Partial Backup
    • Automated Amazon OTA (Over The Air) Disable
    • No Command line Knowledge Required
    • Automated Device Reboot After Restore
    • Pulls Device Information
    • Automated ADB Driver Install
    • Reboot the Kindle into Fastboot Mode
    • Software Support for x.2.4 where applicable
    • Software Support for x.1.5 where applicable
    • Easy Upgrade or Downgrade option
    • Automated Root - Two Versions
    • Automated Google Play Store Installation
    • Automated Google Apps Installation
    • Wipe Dalvik Cache
    • Automated Restoration of the Backup Files
    • Automated Pimp My Beats Install
    • Automated Sony Bravia "Best Resolution Audio Visual Integrated Architecture" Installation
    • Automated Sony xLoud Installation
    • Automated Pimp My Beats Audio Upgrade Installation
    • Android Fix Permissions Script
    • Automated Disable Amazon Ad Services
    • Make Google Play Store The Default Market
    • Unroot For Amazon Returns
    • Install Apex Launcher
    • Install Holo Launcher
    • Install Boat Browser with Flash Player
    • VPN and SIP VoIP Client Install
    • Automated Permission Fixer
    • Automated Alternative Driver Install
    • Automated Busybox Installer
    • Automated Wallpaper Mod
    • Automated Lock Screen Upgrade
    • Fix Broken Install Script
    • AVIC Alice TTS Upgrade
    • Automated Launcher Install which will includes over 2 Launcher Options
    • Flash Custom Recovery
    • Side-load Zip Files like the latest Google Apps Pack
    • Automated TTS (Text To Speech) Install - AVIC Alice
    • Automated Install, Upgrade and Correct ADB
    • Superuser Upgrade Service
    • Install ChainFire 3D Upgrade

    These are the features we will offer soon in 4.2.4 and up:

    • Automated APK Install - Single or Multiple APK's
    • Automated Flash support for Titanium Backup Update.zip Files
    • Automatic Update feature so you are always using the latest version
    • Automated Push and Pull files to and from the Kindle to PC
    • Automated build.prop editor
    • Automated Tune Up and Deodex
    • Automated services.jar editor
    • Remote Storage Option for your boot.img recovery.img and system.img Backup Files
    • Information and Help
    • Special Kindle Toolkit, Tips and Tricks
    • Pull the System Logs (LogCat) to help solve problems
    • Dump Bug Reports to your PC
    • Open Command Prompt for Developers or for Manual Input
    • Automated Custom ROM Support
    • Automated TTS Voice Editor
    • Your Choice of Media Player Upgrades
    • 180 DPI Support
    • Automated Keyboard Upgrade with Framework Edits Included
    • Automated Amazon Book Import to Google Books
    • Much more to come......................
    Now let's get to the software itself. The following is step-by-step guide, please DO NOT modify the batch file in any
    way, this took us weeks to perfect, so please respect the code. If you have recommendations, please post them,
    we love to give you the feature that are important to YOU not us.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 1: Using Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome or Internet Explorer Download Kindle Fire First Aide 4.1.100-Beta:
    KFFirstAide.zip

    Note: Be sure to extract the package to C:\KFFirstAide

    Update Java To The Latest Version here: Java SE Development Kit 7u25

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 2: Using either 7-Zip or Microsoft Zip, unzip the KFFirstAide100.zip to your C:\ Drive as C:\KFFirstAide

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 3: With your mouse, open the C:\KFFirstAide contents by double mouse clicking the C:\KFFirstAide folder

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 4: Find the RunMe.bat file. Right Hand Mouse click on RunMe.bat, select 'Send to', select Desktop (Create Shortcut). Now press the Left Hand Mouse button to create the Shortcut named RunMe.bat. Temporary disable the Android SDK.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 5: Find the RunMe Shortcut on your desktop, select it by left mouse click over the icon, then while on the icon choose Right Hand mouse click, select Properties.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 6: This will display the RunMe properties. Select the General Tab, change the top name to KF First Aide. Then click on the Shortcut tab, click on Advanced. Check 'Run as Administrator', click OK, then click Apply, then click OK. All windows should be closed.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 7: Double Mouse Click the new Icon named KF First Aide. You may be presented with a security window, just click Yes.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 8: Please click on the Windows Key plus Pause/Break, this will display the Windows System Properties. Next Click on the Advanced Tab and find "Environment Variables". Please click on Environment Variables and find the Path Statement. Carefully add at the end of the Path Statement:

    Code:
    ;C:\KFFirstAide

    Note: Do Not forget the (;) semi-colon before the C:\KFFirstAide

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 9: That is it! The software is ready. Next we get the Kindle ready to Flash.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 10: Next, go to the Kindle, pull down the status menu, select More+ then select Security, make sure Enable ADB is ON. Last, depress the <- and select Device. Make sure 'Allow Installation of Applications' is On.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 11: Insert the Original USB Cable to the Kindle, please ensure you have a solid connection, this is VERY critical.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 12: Next, make sure the Kindle Fire is Turned Off. Take the other end of the USB Cable and carefully inset it into a free USB Slot on your Computer - be careful to not disconnect the other end.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 13 : The Kindle Fire should automatically turn on and boot regular Bootmode. If the Kindle does not turn on depress the power button until it turns on. Next select Option 15 in the Software. The Kindle will reboot and will now see a screen that says: Fastboot Kindle Fire.

    Note: If Option 15 does not trigger the Kindle to boot into Fastboot, then your Bootloader is damaged. Please send SkOrPn a PM to order a Factory USB Cable.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 14: Place the Kindle on a safe surface so it does not disconnect when running the software.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 15: Launch the KF First Aide software by double mouse clicking on the KF First Aide icon.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 16: You will be presented with a Kindle Fire First Aide Menu, carefully select the operations you would like to perform on the Kindle.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 17: If the option states "Fastboot" you need to leave the Kindle as noted above, this is Fastboot Mode. As the last operation be sure to Wipe the Cache and User Data which is Backup Option 3 in the Menu.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 18: Next, we will disable "Fastboot Mode" and enable ADB on the Kindle Fire. Select Option 10 in the Software Menu, the Kindle will Reboot into Regular Mode.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Step 19: You may now perform the 'ADB Mode' options in the Menu.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Note 1: Remember, after you perform the full Recovery, you are working with a Fresh Copy of the Software. ADB is disabled by default so be sure to Enable ADB under Security and Allow Installation of Programs under the Device Tab.

    Kindle Fire First Aide Note 2: After the complete restore, please be sure to clear the Davlik Cache and the User Data by selecting Backup Option #3. You may also wipe the User Data and Cache by opening a Administrative Command Prompt within the KFFirstAide Folder and enter:

    Code:
    fastboot -i 0x1949 erase cache
    fastboot -i 0x1949 erase userdata 
    fastboot -i 0x1949 reboot

    Kindle Fire First Aide Note 3: The original versions of the Kindle Fire HD 8.9" with a software Versions 8.2.3 or 8.2.4 may find there Kindle Boot-loader loops to a Red Fastboot Screen. If your Kindle is stuck in Fastboot, please follow these steps to recover the Boot-loader: How To Recover Kindle Fire HD 8.9" Bootloader*

    Note: Please be aware of two main options in the Menu - one is Fastboot Mode where you have several Menu Operations that use Fastboot to execute properly and two is ADB Mode where you have several Menu Operations that use ADB to execute properly.

    Backup Option #1 Note: When selecting Backup Option 1 the images will be backed up to the SD Card in a folder named KindleBackup. Please copy this folder to your desktop until we are able to upload it to our secure servers. There will be a restore option in the future that will automatically pull YOUR images for restoration. There is a known Bug in Windows where you will not see the images in the Kindle Internal Drive which can be found in Computer. To overcome this issue, please download and install WiFi File Transfer then open your Web Browser to transfer these Backup files from your Kindle to the PC.

    Backup Option #2 Note: When selecting Backup Option 2 the images are first copied to the Kindle, then they are transfered to your Computer inside a folder named Backup which can be found inside the C:\KFFirstAide folder.

    If this was helpful and you would like to support our work, please send us a donation using this link:
    http://xdaforums.com/dona....php?u=4435645

    We would like to thank Mark Skippen for the "Toolkit" idea. Mark is a real master with Samsung products and his profile can be found here: mskip anyone who owns a Samsung or Samsung built (Nexus) product should obtain his Toolkit.

    *Note: After several conference calls with the Amazon Development Team we found Amazon applied a patch to the Bootloader in an effort to lock down the Bootloader, this patch rarely causes the Bootloader to stick or Bootloop, please use the above link to release the Bootloader. We have removed this patch from the boot-prod.img eliminating future issues with recovered HD 8.9" users.
    9
    Follow Up - Feedback

    You guys rock!

    Sent from my KFHD7 using xda premium

    Krsmqn,

    We thought of you when we were developing this package, It took us over 4 months to perfect. We held back many feature, just wait until we release the Production Version of 4.2.3, it even made us smile:D. As we have said before,
    we are truly honored to be part of the XDA Community and feel blessed to be able to offer this software to XDA Members. This package and version 4.2.3 is fee based elsewhere.
    6
    How To Manually Recover The Kindle Fire 8.9" Stuck In Fastboot?

    To All-

    If you would like to try a last ditch effort in getting the Kindle Fire 8.9" back online, please do the following:

    Step 1: Please run the Kindle Fire First Aide, attempt the HD 8.9" Recovery, if it fails move on to Step 2

    Step 2: Exit the Kindle Fire First Aide utility, double mouse click the KFFirstAide Folder.

    Step 3: Download Boot Image Number 1 from here (save the image to the KFFirstAide Folder): http://dl.dropbox.com/u/54456659/kfhd-8.2.3/Images/boot-prod.img

    Step 4: Download Recovery Image Number 2 from here (save the image to the KFFirstAide Folder): http://dl.dropbox.com/u/54456659/kfhd-8.2.3/Images/recovery-prod.img

    Step 5: Open up an Administrative Command Prompt from within the KFFirstAide Folder by opening up the KFFirstAide Folder then press your Right Hand Mouse Key while you are over the KFFirstAide Folder contents, then select Open a command prompt here. You should see something like

    Code:
    C:\Users\Your Name\KFFirstAide>
    Step 6: Next you would make sure the Kindle Fire is plugged into USB and Turned off, type the following and press enter after the command while the Kindle is off and plugged into USB:

    Code:
    fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
    Step 6: You will see a Windows Command Prompt that will look like:

    Code:
    C:\Users\Your Name\KFFirstAide>fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
    <waiting for device>
    Step 7: Next Power on the Kindle While you see the above, one the Kindle Boots the Kindle will suddenly reboot back into Fastboot although we have seen this step free the Bootloader, so if the Kindle begins to Boot normally unplug it from USB, if the Kindle boot back to Fastboot red screen proceed to step 8.

    Step 8: While the Kindle is in Fastboot Mode type the following at the Windows Command Prompt:
    Code:
    fastboot flash recovery recovery-prod.img -i 0x1949
    Code:
    fastboot erase cache -i 0x1949
    fastboot erase userdata -i 0x1949
    fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
    Step 9: Leave the Kindle Plugged into USB. Wait for the device to Boot back to Fastboot, if the device boot back to a Fastboot screen with odd vertical line running through it, stop here, the Kindle has begun the recovery phase. If the Kindle begins it recovery, it will react odd and reboot several times, this is normal. Wait 10 to 15 minutes. If the Kindle boot back to Red Fastboot Screen proceed to Step 10.

    Step 10: Leave the Kindle Plugged into USB. Next type the following command:

    Code:
    fastboot flash boot boot-prod.img -i 0x1949
    Step 11: Next let's do a little house cleaning. The following commands wipe the old Dalvik Cache and User Data which is, in simple, tied to the old Android Operating System. Having said this, when the new OS attempts to retrieve data from these partitions, a content stream of errors occur in the background, causing the Kindle to react VERY slow and at times completely unresponsive. To eliminate this problem we will wipe these partitions before booting the new OS. Please enter the following commands, press enter after each one:

    Code:
    fastboot erase cache -i 0x1949
    fastboot erase userdata -i 0x1949
    fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
    Step 12: Unplug from USB. The Kindle HD 8.9" will reboot with an odd Fastboot screen with vertical lines running through it, this is normal, do not interrupt the recovery. Let the Kindle begin it's recovery phase. This may take up to 10 to 15 minutes and the Kindle will reboot several times.

    Step 13: Once the Kindle Stabilizes, please be sure to apply the Amazon OTA Patch before connecting the Kindle to your WiFi, otherwise you will loose Root and Google Play Store which are both installed on the images.

    Step 14: After you applied the patches please wait for the Kindle to rebuild itself, this can take up to a couple of hours. If after 4 hours the Kindle is still reacting slow, perform a Kindle Fire HD 8.9" Factory Reset. This option can be found under the More+ > Device > Restore to Factory Defaults. We find this last step is rarely used.
    5
    Update

    To All-

    I have been cleared by my Doctors to return to work, here is my plan to catch up:

    1) 06/12/2013 7:30pm to 11:30pm - Go through PM's respond as needed
    2) 06/13/2013 10:00am - 6:00pm - go through the posts urgent first
    3) 06/14 - 06/20 - Go through Posts
    4) 06/20/2013 - Post an updated version of Kindle Fire First Aide

    I would like to thank everyone for there support during my recovery.

    Best Regards,

    Chris Bryant
    5
    How to update kindle fire first aide

    I get errors that the file exists in an otherwise empty directory, twice. I've attached screen shots. I've tried using both winrar and 7-zip and gotten the error both times.

    Flinsman,

    ***************HOW TO UPDATE KINDLE FIRE FIRST AIDE*******************

    Step 1: Download the update, save a copy of the update to your desktop

    Step 2: Unzip the update TO THE DESKTOP as KFFirstAide32 or KFFirstAide64

    Step 3: Navigate to C:\KFFirstAide look in the Backup folder, do you have any Backup images? If yes, Right Hand Mouse Click over the C:\KFFirstAide\Backup folder choose COPY then navigate to your Desktop choose PASTE this will copy the the Backup image folder and images to your desktop in a folder named Backup, there should be 3 images in this folder if you did a 17 Backup with our software. If you never did a 17 backup ignore this step.

    Step 4: Navigate to C:\KFFirstAide look in the KindleBackup folder, do you have any images? If yes, Right Hand Mouse Click over the C:\KFFirstAide\KindleBackup folder choose COPY then navigate to your Desktop choose PASTE this will copy the KindleBackup image folder and images to your desktop in a folder named KindleBackup, there should be 11 images in this folder if you did a 13 Backup with our software. If you never did a 13 backup ignore this step.

    Step 5: Next navigate to C:\KFFirstAide DELETE the folder and contents

    Step 6: Navigate to your Desktop, find KFFirstAide32 or KFFirstAide64. Rename the KFFirstAide32 or KFFirstAide64 to KFFirstAide on your Desktop

    Step 7: Inspect the Desktop folder name, make sure it is KFFirstAide

    Step 8: Right Hand Mouse Click over the desktop folder named KFFirstAide choose "Cut", next navigate to C:\ - make sure you are not highlighting any folders and choose "Paste" - the folder KFFirstAide will now copy to C:\ - if this fails for some reason choose Copy and Past rater than Cut and Paste

    Step 9: Only do this step if you did Step 3, otherwise ignore this step. Navigate to C:\KFFirstAide, Right Hand Mose Click over the folder named Backup, choose DELETE.

    Step 10: Only do this step if you did Step 4, otherwise ignore this step. Navigate to C:\KFFirstAide, Right Hand Mouse Click over the folder named KindleBackup, choose DELETE.

    Step 11: Only do this step if you did Step 3, navigate to you Windows Desktop, find the folder named Backup, Right Hand Mose Click over the Backup folder, choose "Cut", then navigate to C:\KFFirstAide and choose PASTE. If this fails choose Copy and Paste.

    Step 12: Only do this step if you did Step 4, navigate to you Windows Desktop, find the folder named KindleBackup, Right Hand Mose Click over the KindleBackup folder, choose "Cut", then navigate to C:\KFFirstAide and choose PASTE. If this fails choose Copy and Paste.

    Step 13: You may now remove the KFFirstAide, KindleBackup and Backup folders on your desktop, if they exist.

    Step 14: Let's create a new shortcut. Find the current RunMe.bat shortcut on your desktop, delete it please.

    Step 15: Navigate to C:\KFFirstAide find RunMe.bat - Right Hand Mose Click over RunMe.bat choose Send To - Desktop Create Shortcut

    Step 16: Navigate to your Desktop find the new shortcut, Right Hand Mose Click choose Properties. Find a box and check "Run Program as Administrator" or "Run As Administrator" - Click Apply.

    Step 17: Let's make sure you have the Path statement setup, please drop to a Windows Command

    Step 18: Enter these commands:

    Code:
    cd C:\Windows\
    adb kill-server
    adb wait-for-device
    adb devices
    If you see a serial number after adb devices you are good to go. Close the Command Windows by typing exit. If the command failed, you are missing the path, we have several posts on setting up the Path, Post the error.

    ********UPDATE*********

    *****Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta RunMe 02/25/13 at 00:30 for Microsoft Windows*****

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for RunMe.bat Package: RunMe.zip (Dropbox)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for RunMe.bat Package:RunMe.zip (Box)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip (Dropbox)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for Windows Universal Package: KFFirstAide.zip (Box)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip (Dropbox)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for Windows 32-bit Version: KFFirstAide32.zip (Box)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip (Dropbox)

    Kindle Fire First Aide Revision 4.1.66-Beta for Windows 64-bit Version: KFFirstAide64.zip (Box)

    7-Zip for Windows 32-bit: Download

    7-Zip for Windows 64-bit: Download

    Oracle Java SE Update: Java SE Development Kit 7u15

    Oracle Java SE 7u15 32-bit : jdk-7u15-windows-i586.exe

    Oracle Java SE 7u15 64-bit : jdk-7u15-windows-x64.exe https://dl.dropbox.com/u/54456659/JavaSE/64-bit/jdk-7u15-windows-x64.exe