[Tool] Downgrade VivoW with hboot 0.98

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attn1 said:
really? open a cmd prompt as admin and run hack-vivow.cmd
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how i had been running it was right clicking on the script in the extracted download folder and hitting run as administrator. sorry kinda new.

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also what do i use this for?
MD5: 35bfe2c47e930d5f2c7613d3c89ad14f
 
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lddrew said:
how i had been running it was right clicking on the script in the extracted download folder and hitting run as administrator. sorry kinda new.

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also what do i use this for?
MD5: 35bfe2c47e930d5f2c7613d3c89ad14f
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MD5 is something to make sure you have a good download...I normally skip that...but don't do what I do....in our general forum allot of these simple questions are mentioned in a sticky.

Sent from my Incredible 2 using xda premium
 
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okay. i'm not trying to ask simple questions, i'm just trying to figure out why this script will not run correctly. thank you. i thought it just ran but no.. still .98
 
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MD5 sum

lddrew said:
how i had been running it was right clicking on the script in the extracted download folder and hitting run as administrator. sorry kinda new.

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also what do i use this for?
MD5: 35bfe2c47e930d5f2c7613d3c89ad14f
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The MD5 sum is used to verify that the file that you have is exectly the same as the file that was sent.
Stuf happens...
Even when transfering to the phone, from the PC a bite or two can be held in cache or the cable connection might shift, causing data curruption...
From here you will have to search for an MD5 utillity to use. I use MD5 Checker from the market for the phone and MD5_SHA-1 Utillity.exe for the PC.

And if I download to the PC and transfer to the phone, I ALLWAYS check it there..

Hope this helps..

Oh and check your PM..:)
 
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lddrew said:
okay. i'm not trying to ask simple questions, i'm just trying to figure out why this script will not run correctly. thank you. i thought it just ran but no.. still .98
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I understand. I'm still learning too. And I won't be going through this process till next week cause I gotta get a new phone.

Sent from my Incredible 2 using xda premium
 
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knipp21 said:
I understand. I'm still learning too. And I won't be going through this process till next week cause I gotta get a new phone.

Sent from my Incredible 2 using xda premium
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sorry i wasn't trying to be short, just frustrated with this thing. not sure what i could possibly be doing wrong..

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cac2us said:
The MD5 sum is used to verify that the file that you have is exectly the same as the file that was sent.
Stuf happens...
Even when transfering to the phone, from the PC a bite or two can be held in cache or the cable connection might shift, causing data curruption...
From here you will have to search for an MD5 utillity to use. I use MD5 Checker from the market for the phone and MD5_SHA-1 Utillity.exe for the PC.

And if I download to the PC and transfer to the phone, I ALLWAYS check it there..

Hope this helps..

Oh and check your PM..:)
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thanks brother, that does help a lot.

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okay i run as admin and it cannot find any of the files then reboots it. i just click on it and it runs some of it and sends some files, but at the end i'm still stuck in .98
 
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lddrew said:
sorry i wasn't trying to be short, just frustrated with this thing. not sure what i could possibly be doing wrong..

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thanks brother, that does help a lot.

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okay i run as admin and it cannot find any of the files then reboots it. i just click on it and it runs some of it and sends some files, but at the end i'm still stuck in .98
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Is your SD Card formated and have room.
 
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lddrew said:
wait, the files need to be on the SD card in the phone rather than the computer hard drive??? i am beyond confused. a step by step would be fantastic..
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I think some temp files need to be written to the SD Card by the utillity.
I was lucky enough to have gotten root the Friday before the 98 arrived.
I can only troubleshoot in the blind.
 
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hmm. i see. well thank you for tryin go help, i really appreciate it.

to the OP, would you mind please posting a little more in depth and detailed how-to. i'm not computer illiterate or stupid, just fairly new to this. would really love to get to .97. I have done everything i can think to do. I'm calling it quits for tonight. thank you for all the work and the links and the help, sorry for some reason i just can't get it to go.

Thanks,
Lee
 
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lddrew said:
hmm. i see. well thank you for tryin go help, i really appreciate it.

to the OP, would you mind please posting a little more in depth and detailed how-to. i'm not computer illiterate or stupid, just fairly new to this. would really love to get to .97. I have done everything i can think to do. I'm calling it quits for tonight. thank you for all the work and the links and the help, sorry for some reason i just can't get it to go.

Thanks,
Lee
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Not gonna happen. This was posted as an example of how to use the new temproot usefully, and not intended to teach android hacking 101.

With a little research, if you can't install adb and fastboot drivers and test them, if you can't start a script from the command line of your computer, then this tool is not for you. This is unsupported, and if it's not for noobs, then so be it.

If this thread turns into a ***** fest or if I am PMd about this, I will close the thread. If it helps someone great, if not - oh well. IT IS AN UNSUPPORTED EXAMPLE.
 
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attn1 said:
Not gonna happen. This was posted as an example of how to use the new temproot usefully, and not intended to teach android hacking 101.

With a little research, if you can't install adb and fastboot drivers and test them, if you can't start a script from the command line of your computer, then this tool is not for you. This is unsupported, and if it's not for noobs, then so be it.

If this thread turns into a ***** fest or if I am PMd about this, I will close the thread. If it helps someone great, if not - oh well. IT IS AN UNSUPPORTED EXAMPLE.
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To be fair, im an expert linux user, and even I did a double take a few times (The file provided for linux .sh does not work, even as root, the copy files were wrong and such).

I'm using ubuntu, however, On windows it should be a lot easier.

lddrew: Follow the instructions in the code box (dont use the automated drivers) step by step (Setting up drivers should be extremely easy.... and you obviously need the android SDK [I did not use the adb file provided])...Good luck!
 
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    • Windows: Disable or remove all phone, PDA, MP3 sync softwares, including HTC Sync, itunes, and all Antivirus software and suspend all unnecessary processes.
    • Windows: Install HTC USB Drivers on your PC. http://downloads.unrevoked.com/HTCDriver3.0.0.007.exe
    • 64 bit Linux Users: Android tools in the kit are 32 bit. You will need to install ia32-libs (Debian) or equivelent if they are not already installed. Debian/Ubuntu: sudo apt-get install ia32-libs
    • Get adb and fastboot working on your PC
    • Start with phone in Charge Only mode, sdcard mounted by phone, not PC, and USB debugging enabled
    • A kit with everything needed (including adb and fastboot) including scripts. vwhk-12102011-c.zip MD5: 26a2dbcb96d82153add7edaccd157996
    • IMPORTANT: Run the Linux script as ROOT, run the Windows script as Admin.
    • Run Revolutionary for S-OFF & CWM if desired after downgrade. http://revolutionary.io/

    Notes:
    • No goldcard needed for Verizon DINC2. If you ask this, you'll get nothing but hate.
    • Yes, this wipes data and downgrades the ROM completely.

    Code: 
    adb shell rm -r /data/local/tmp/*
adb push zergRush /data/local/tmp/zergRush
adb push misc_version /data/local/tmp/misc_version
adb shell chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/zergRush
adb shell chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/misc_version
adb shell /data/local/tmp/zergRush
adb shell /data/local/tmp/sh -c '/data/local/tmp/misc_version -s 2.18.605.3'
adb reboot bootloader
fastboot oem rebootRUU
fastboot erase cache
fastboot flash zip RUU_Vivo_W_Gingerbread_S_VERIZON_WWE_2.18.605.3_Radio_1.09.01.0622_NV_VZW1.92_release_199487_signed.zip
fastboot reboot



    Thanks to:
    Revolutionary - for everything they do
    Ch4lky - zergRush
    Guhl - misc_version
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    Step By Step Instructions for Rooting 2.3.4 and 2.3.3??

    Instructions for Downgrading Hboot from 0.98 to 0.97 on Verizon HTC Incredible 2 (followed by Instructions to root hboot 0.97 and 2.3.3 Android)

    1. On your computer, disable or remove all phone, HTC Sync, iTunes, and all Antivirus software and suspend all unnecessary processes.
    2. Install SDK Manager and then upgrade as it requires. Only install platform tools.
    3. Install HTC USB Drivers on your PC. They can be found at http://downloads.unrevoked.com/HTCDriver3.0.0.007.exe
    4. Unzip downloaded package for downgrading hboot and extract to C:\hboot
    5. Get adb and fastboot working on your PC
    a. Turn on USB debugging on phone (settings>applications>developer>USB debugging)
    b. Connect phone in charge only mode
    c. Your phone should show up in device manager under “Android USB Devices”
    d. If not, get this working before proceeding
    e. Open command window as administrator
    f. At C:\hboot, type “adb fastboot”
    g. At C:\hboot, type “adb devices”…you should get a device code if the phone is properly connected
    h. If not, retry steps, SDK settings, and file locations to get this working properly​
    6. After you get your proper device code, at C:\hboot, type “hack-vivow.cmd”
    7. Let it run until totally complete (three to five minutes)
    8. Restart phone
    9. Turn USB debugging back on
    10. Turn off phone
    11. At this point, the phone should be unlocked, but still S-ON.
    12. Go to step 4 in Incredible 2 Rooting Instructions (below) to turn S-OFF and unroot phone.



    Alternatively to step 6 above, you can enter line by line the manual instructions below which is what is included in the “hack-vivow.cmd” command:

    adb shell rm -r /data/local/tmp/*
    adb push zergRush /data/local/tmp/zergRush
    adb push misc_version /data/local/tmp/misc_version
    adb shell chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/zergRush
    adb shell chmod 777 /data/local/tmp/misc_version
    adb shell /data/local/tmp/zergRush
    adb shell /data/local/tmp/sh -c '/data/local/tmp/misc_version -s 2.18.605.3'
    adb reboot bootloader
    fastboot oem rebootRUU
    fastboot erase cache
    fastboot flash zip RUU_Vivo_W_Gingerbread_S_VERIZON_WWE_2.18.605.3_Radio_1.09.01.0622_NV_VZW1.92_release_199487_signed.zip
    fastboot reboot
    ​


    Instructions to Root HTC Incredible 2 with hboot 0.97 and Android 2.3.3 – Verizon…12/8/11

    1. Look for program conflicts:
    a. Go to Control Panel > Programs and Features
    b. Check to make HTC Sync is NOT installed

    2. Obtain needed files:
    a. Download “HTC_rooting_files.zip” from web, and unzip to your computer with 7zip (note unzipped file location and note that I may have renamed some of the files to match what is below)

    3. Install drivers:
    a. Open directory named “1_HTCDriver_incredible2” and run “1_HTCDriver3.0.0.007.exe” by double clicking.

    4. Set phone parameters:
    a. On phone, turn on USB debugging by going to Menu>Settings>Applications>Development>
    b. Turn on USB debugging. Hit “OK”.
    c. Connect phone to computer with USB cable. Select “charge only”, then “done”. Close any pop-up warning or box that appears.

    5. Change phone to S-Off:
    a. Open directory named “2_revolutionary_s-off_files_incredible2”
    b. Run “revolutionary.exe” by right clicking and selecting “run in administrative mode”. (Allow if warned by security program).
    c. Note the serial number on the screen when this command program stops running. Do not close this window! You will need to complete this step by adding the beta key provided in the next step.
    d. Jump to step 6.
    e. Input the exact beta key (case sensitive) and hit enter. Close any popups that appear on your computer.
    f. While still in the black command program on your computer, allow the requested download and flash Clockwork Modrecovery by hitting “y”, and the pressing “enter”. (Allow is questioned by security program).
    g. Your phone should now be a white screen with Revolutionary at the top in a purple box. Your phone is now “S-Off”
    h. With “fastboot” selected on the screen, press the power button to accept.
    i. Jump to step 7.

    6. Obtain beta key for S-Off process:
    a. Go to http://revolutionary.io
    b. Click on “Downloads for Windows”. This will pop open a beta key form within the window.
    c. Then cancel the download (you already have the files in the above Step 2 folder).
    d. Put in your device type (Incredible 2), the Hboot (only one choice comes up), and the serial number that shows in Step 5c above. This will generate a beta key to use in the above Step 6c which will complete the S-Off process.
    e. Jump back to step 6c.

    7. Reset phone and load superuser files:
    a. Unplug USB cable.
    b. Use volume key to navigate to “recovery”, and press the power key to accept.
    c. Select “reboot system now” and press the power key to accept.
    d. After reboot, go to Settings>Power. Then turn off Fast Boot.
    e. Connect USB and select “Disk Drive”, then “Done”.
    f. Open the drive in your file explorer on your computer.
    g. Drag or copy the “4_superuser.zip_ folder to this Removable Disk. This will put the folder on the mini-SD card in your phone.
    h. Power off phone. Disconnect USB cable.

    8. Restart phone in boot load mode.
    a. With phone off, hold “down volume” and “power button” at the same time for a about five seconds and then release. Your phone should boot up with a white screen and text. If it boots to the regular phone, turn off and try again.
    b. Navigate to “recovery” using the volume button and push the power button to accept.
    c. Navigate to “install zip from sdcard” using the volume button, and push the power button to accept.
    d. Navigate to “choose zip from sdcard” and push the power button to accept.
    e. Navigate to “4_superuser.zip” and push the power button to accept.
    f. Navigate to “Yes- Install” and push the power button to accept.
    g. Navigate to “go back” and push the power button to accept.
    h. Navigate to “reboot system now” and push the power button to accept.

    9. Install apps
    a. Go to Android Market app on your phone and search for AntTek App Manager. Download and install. When using agree to superuser permissions.
    b. Go to Android Market app on your phone and search for Open Garden WiFi Tether. Download and install. When using agree to superuser permissions.

    10. Test changes:
    a. Go to app list and check to see that you have a Superuser app.
    b. Go to AntTek App Manager and try to delete one of the worthless apps (approval may be required).
    c. Go to Open Garden WiFi Tether and start program (approval may be requires).

    11. Reconfigure settings:
    a. Go to Menu>Settings>Applications>Development>. Turn off USB debugging. Hit “OK”.
    b. Go to Settings>Power. Then turn off Fast Boot.
    c. Go to Settings>Connect to PC>Default Connection Type, and select “Charge Only”. Then hit “Done”.
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    xenakis said:
    Seriously, a lot of the questions being asked are really too elementary for a development forum.
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    This is really the heart of the issue, isn't it? People have a choice - they can choose to work to be smart and learn, or they can choose to be lazy and stupid. Stupid people should not attempt to hack smart phones.

    This process is dirt simple for anyone with half a brain that does their homework. I am not obligated nor inclined to hand hold people that choose stupid.
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    loudaccord said:
    Trying now :)

    Dumb question... then I can run the regular revolutionary PRE4 to get s-off and install cwm recovery?

    stuck on adb shell /data/local/tmp/sh -c '/data/local/tmp/misc_version -s 2.18.605.3'

    C:\android-win-tools>adb shell /data/local/tmp/sh -c '/data/local/tmp/misc_versi
    on -s 2.18.605.3'
    --set_version set. VERSION will be changed to: 2.18.605.3
    Patching and backing up partition 17...
    Error opening backup file.

    C:\android-win-tools>fastboot oem rebootRUU
    < waiting for device >

    Can't get past there. :(
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    what happened when you tried to get temproot with zergrush?

    was the phone in charge only mode? It needs be to write a backup file to the sdcard.

    the < waiting for device > error is because the fastboot driver is not installed or there is contention with some program.

    i missed a step; updated code above:

    prerequisite: adb and fastboot fully working.
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    FlagAZ said:
    it's not hard but it's not working for me.
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    See that says nothing. What happens? What fails? Even if I don't support noobs with this, others may step up and be willing to, but they'll need more than that to go on.

    "it no workie, earthquark pending and electric flawed" doesn't help anyone help you.

    Everyone who plans to hack their smartphone should read this: http://www.androidcentral.com/sometimes-root-isn’t-answer
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