[ROOT][HOW TO] Root the Kindle Fire HD and 2 with Windows - Noob (Simple) Version

MadJoe · Dec 28, 2012

prokennexusa said:
OK, everything looks good with ADB. Looks like we have a pesky Windows 7 issue. Windows 7 Command prompt is only User level by default and will cause these utilities to fail.

If you go into Programs > Accessories or Programs > Accessories > System Tools do you see the Command Prompt? Now Right Hand Mouse click over the prompt and choose Run As Administrator

Once the Command Prompt is opened navigate to each utility using the "cd" "cd.." "cd c:\" etc command.

Once you navigate to the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 folder, you will be able to successfully run the batch file through the Administrative prompt.

This still didn't work. I've tried it several times, and I still get nothing from adb. Windows sees the Kindle perfectly, I run a cmd prompt as administrator and manually navigate to the Bin4ry folder, still nothing. I manually navigate to the Qmenu folder and kill server, start server, devices, still nothing. I've installed/uninstalled the drivers so many times I can do it in my sleep. I've tried moving the two folders to the root of my C: and running it there, I've tried Windows 8 pro and Windows 7 on two machines, still nothing. I've changed cables, I've changed USB ports. I've restarted my computer a thousand times, I've rebooted the Fire HD almost as much. I've followed every one of these tuts on rooting the HD on XDA and none seem to work for me. And just to reiterate; yes, install from unknown devices and adb are both enabled on my Fire HD. I've checked several times, I've unchecked them and the rechecked them several times.

It's crazy, because I've used adb to root/mess with my Galaxy S, my wife's Galaxy S, my Kindle Fire, my wife's Kindle Fire, my One S, and my wife's Galaxy S2 with no problem (all in that order). The Fire HD simply refuses to play nice. The one difference is I've switched to an SSD Local/System disk and am dual booting 7 Ultimate and 8 Pro on the computer I previously used to root my devices, but that shouldn't matter.

Sorry for the rant, it's not directed at you, or anyone in particular, it's my Kindle Fire HD. I want to choke it, but it hurts my hands when I try. And it's so pretty I feel bad being mean to it. If anyone had a last ditch effort suggestion for me, I'd be extremely grateful to hear (read) it, even if it doesn't work.

Thanks.

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Macalester · Dec 28, 2012

When running RootQemu.bat I encountered several errors but still was told I had been given root access. Can you confirm whether this means I have root access or has something gone wrong? Attached are the two errors and the success message.

los911 · Dec 28, 2012

Guys, great tut and thank you.

Just want to make sure I did the right thing ... after following all steps. I see no difference in the OS. Just that I am able to open up super SU. but all other amazon things keep bugging me to register etc.

So yeah, was this the end result and flashing is what I do next?

abhischekt · Dec 28, 2012

adb devices showing empty list

MadJoe said:
I've tried this several times, I keep getting the exact same problem regardless of where I get the drivers from, or what computer I use. I'm ready to pull out my hair...

Hi MadJoe, I'm having the same issues. Installed drivers attached to the thread, but still adb-devices is not showing my kindle

If you find a solution please share, so I can try it as well! Thanks

P.S: What OS version is your Kindle on? Mine is on "7.2.3_" not sure if this is relevant but it might be? You can check at Settings/Device/About

urbannerdmaeio · Dec 28, 2012

prokennexusa said:
OK, everything looks good with ADB. Looks like we have a pesky Windows 7 issue. Windows 7 Command prompt is only User level by default and will cause these utilities to fail.

If you go into Programs > Accessories or Programs > Accessories > System Tools do you see the Command Prompt? Now Right Hand Mouse click over the prompt and choose Run As Administrator

Once the Command Prompt is opened navigate to each utility using the "cd" "cd.." "cd c:\" etc command.

Once you navigate to the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 folder, you will be able to successfully run the batch file through the Administrative prompt.

im sorry but i am not too familiar with how the cd command works, is there any way you can show me an example of what i need to type in the cmd prompt if the files are on my desktop like it reads below

C:\Users\GRAPHIC-MARIO\Desktop\Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17

ok i think i figured out how to use CD
ran cmd promt as administrator
typed in <DIR> then CD Desktop, then CD Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 then typed in RunMe.Bat and it should work right?

ok i tried this, and it just stays at *daemon started successfully* and nothing changes
-_______________- cmon now.

los911 · Dec 28, 2012

Sorry, in update to previous post everything has worked.

However everytime I reboot the kindle it updates itself. ive delete OTAcerts and dont know what else to do

carbonkid85 · Dec 28, 2012

I registered for the forum just to say thanks! I received a Kindle Fire HD for Christmas and immediately set about trying to root - your guide was clear, simple and most importantly worked!

I have worked my way through all of your guides and now have Google Play installed and a bunch of launchers installed. Thanks for taking the time to put these guides together.

urbannerdmaeio · Dec 28, 2012

Pc User....?

Is it possible that this is not working for me because I am on a work pc?
My user account is set to administrator though, but there seems to be another user account/domain ?

heres a screen shot
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prokennexusa · Dec 28, 2012

ADB Communication Issues

MadJoe said:
This still didn't work. I've tried it several times, and I still get nothing from adb. Windows sees the Kindle perfectly, I run a cmd prompt as administrator and manually navigate to the Bin4ry folder, still nothing. I manually navigate to the Qmenu folder and kill server, start server, devices, still nothing. I've installed/uninstalled the drivers so many times I can do it in my sleep. I've tried moving the two folders to the root of my C: and running it there, I've tried Windows 8 pro and Windows 7 on two machines, still nothing. I've changed cables, I've changed USB ports. I've restarted my computer a thousand times, I've rebooted the Fire HD almost as much. I've followed every one of these tuts on rooting the HD on XDA and none seem to work for me. And just to reiterate; yes, install from unknown devices and adb are both enabled on my Fire HD. I've checked several times, I've unchecked them and the rechecked them several times.

It's crazy, because I've used adb to root/mess with my Galaxy S, my wife's Galaxy S, my Kindle Fire, my wife's Kindle Fire, my One S, and my wife's Galaxy S2 with no problem (all in that order). The Fire HD simply refuses to play nice. The one difference is I've switched to an SSD Local/System disk and am dual booting 7 Ultimate and 8 Pro on the computer I previously used to root my devices, but that shouldn't matter.

Sorry for the rant, it's not directed at you, or anyone in particular, it's my Kindle Fire HD. I want to choke it, but it hurts my hands when I try. And it's so pretty I feel bad being mean to it. If anyone had a last ditch effort suggestion for me, I'd be extremely grateful to hear (read) it, even if it doesn't work.

Thanks.

Sent from my KFHD7 using xda premium

Sorry for the delay, I was up late last night.

Excuse me if we already performed these steps, I just need to be sure.

Drop to the Administrative Prompt, navigate to the Qemu folder

Type the following and respond with the results:

Code:

adb kill-server
adb start-server
adb devices

The main part, does it display the Kindle Serial Number?

Are you absolutely sure you enabled ADB under Security on the Kindle? Did you allow "Installation of Applications" under Device?

What is the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 Stuff Folder? How about the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Qemu folder?

prokennexusa · Dec 28, 2012

Test Root Access

Macalester said:
When running RootQemu.bat I encountered several errors but still was told I had been given root access. Can you confirm whether this means I have root access or has something gone wrong? Attached are the two errors and the success message.

Macalester,

If you go into /Apps do you see Superuser?

If yes, click on Superuser and see if it opens?

I have attached a simple Superuser Checker utility. Download it and test the Superuser Account.

Jayj0ka · Dec 28, 2012

I was also having tons of trouble with this so I started to try alternate ways. I make sure you run abd devices to see that your device is there. This is what helped for me I too thought it was impossible. But I had all the files in the same directory on my c drive and that is what finally got the job done. Try looking at revkyles tutorial on YouTube.

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urbannerdmaeio · Dec 28, 2012

Code:

adb kill-server
adb start-server
adb devices

The main part, does it display the Kindle Serial Number?

Are you absolutely sure you enabled ADB under Security on the Kindle? Did you allow "Installation of Applications" under Device?

What is the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 Stuff Folder? How about the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Qemu folder?[/QUOTE]

^^THIS.... when i type in adb devices, it doesnt show my kindle?

prokennexusa · Dec 28, 2012

urbannerdmaeio said:
Code:

adb kill-server adb start-server adb devices

The main part, does it display the Kindle Serial Number?

Are you absolutely sure you enabled ADB under Security on the Kindle? Did you allow "Installation of Applications" under Device?

What is the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 Stuff Folder? How about the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Qemu folder?

^^THIS.... when i type in adb devices, it doesnt show my kindle?[/QUOTE]

What is the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 Stuff Folder? How about the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Qemu folder?

urbannerdmaeio · Dec 28, 2012

prokennexusa said:
^^THIS.... when i type in adb devices, it doesnt show my kindle?

What is the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 Stuff Folder? How about the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Qemu folder?[/QUOTE]

just as you stated before 11/5/12 at 11:06am for both

prokennexusa · Dec 28, 2012

ADB Communication Issues

urbannerdmaeio said:
What is the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Root_with_Restore_by_Bin4ry_v17 Stuff Folder? How about the date and time of the adb.exe daemon in the Qemu folder?

just as you stated before 11/5/12 at 11:06am for both[/QUOTE]

Wow, this is an odd one. Since everything looks good, it has to be a ADB Conduit problem.

Did you take a look at the RevTv Video on installing ADB? Do you have any security software installed that may be blocking ADB?

Let's focus on getting ADB Installed Manually, this has to be the problem. Take a peek at the video.

MadJoe · Dec 28, 2012

I've officially tried this, and failed, on:

Win 8 Pro
Win 7 Pro
Win 7 Ult
Win XP Pro

I've attached the latest attempts results. Always the same.

prokennexusa · Dec 28, 2012

ADB Communication Issues

MadJoe said:
I've officially tried this, and failed, on:

Win 8 Pro
Win 7 Pro
Win 7 Ult
Win XP Pro

I've attached the latest attempts results. Always the same.

Yes, it all appears OK. The adb daemon is a very simple low overhead daemon that works 99% of the time.

The 1% failure has been resolved by:

1) Removing and Reinstalling ADB drivers Manually - using the usb_driver folder
2) Installing Windows XP Virtual Workstation, using this image to Root the Kindle
3) Updating the adb daemon (you already did this)

Even though the driver appears to have installed correctly, it must be the problem. We use these very same
utilities you have and root over 20 Kindles each day without trouble. We are using Pesky Windows 8 which is
worse than 7 when it comes to security restraints.

The other option is send you Kindle to me, I will Root it, Install Google Apps, create a backup script and install Go Launcher HD for a small
donation to our company.

FMFChris · Dec 28, 2012

I'm also having the same issue that a couple of people here are having. I assume it's the 'wrong datestamp ADB' issue, but the dropbox links all 404 now. Can someone reupload the files to a hosting site that isn't a bag of ****?

Macalester · Dec 28, 2012

prokennexusa said:
Macalester,

If you go into /Apps do you see Superuser?

If yes, click on Superuser and see if it opens?

I have attached a simple Superuser Checker utility. Download it and test the Superuser Account.

Hi, I've downloaded the apk file but I can't run it on my computer and don't know where to put it to run it on my kindle?

Superuser does work and opens, I just don't know how to run the .apk files

prokennexusa · Dec 28, 2012

Dropbox Upgraded

FMFChris said:
I'm also having the same issue that a couple of people here are having. I assume it's the 'wrong datestamp ADB' issue, but the dropbox links all 404 now. Can someone reupload the files to a hosting site that isn't a bag of ****?

All the links are back online.

Sorry for the outage. What do you expect for a free service. I just upgraded the account to the Business Team version which has unlimited
traffic ($799 Year for 1TB). I do not want anyone to experience another outage, so the investment was worth it.

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