Rooting Atrix HD on Jelly Bean

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clockcycle

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Effortless

That's just sheer crazyness, thank you for the clickless root. Bought this Atrix HD just yesterday to play with and BAM!

Thanks @djrbliss

Edit: Debating my need to unlock BL. I only really need root for very basic apps that require it. I guess better to do it before next ota locks it out..
 
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Unfortunately the new exploit listed in the first post is not working for me via Linux on my Electrify-M. I'm doing it as root and I get the following:

Code:
[*] Waiting for device...
error: protocol fault (no status)
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
cannot bind 'tcp:5037'
ADB server didn't ACK
* failed to start daemon *
error: cannot connect to daemon
[*] Device found.
[*] Pushing exploit...
error: insufficient permissions for device
error: insufficient permissions for device
[*] Pushing root tools...
error: insufficient permissions for device
error: insufficient permissions for device
error: insufficient permissions for device
- waiting for device -
- waiting for device -

And that is where it hangs.

Oh well.
 
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ssuds

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That's just sheer crazyness, thank you for the clickless root. Bought this Atrix HD just yesterday to play with and BAM!

Thanks @djrbliss

Edit: Debating my need to unlock BL. I only really need root for very basic apps that require it. I guess better to do it before next ota locks it out..

I'm in the same boat as you. Already rooted but not sure if I should unlock, especially since I'm satisfied with the stock ROM

Sent from my MB886 using xda app-developers app
 

skeevydude

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Unfortunately the new exploit listed in the first post is not working for me via Linux on my Electrify-M. I'm doing it as root and I get the following:

Code:
[*] Waiting for device...
error: protocol fault (no status)
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *
* daemon started successfully *
cannot bind 'tcp:5037'
ADB server didn't ACK
* failed to start daemon *
error: cannot connect to daemon
[*] Device found.
[*] Pushing exploit...
error: insufficient permissions for device
error: insufficient permissions for device
[*] Pushing root tools...
error: insufficient permissions for device
error: insufficient permissions for device
error: insufficient permissions for device
- waiting for device -
- waiting for device -

And that is where it hangs.

Oh well.

You're obviously not root...
If you actually were try
adb kill-server
su
adb-root
then run the exploit.

If that doesn't work, use a task manager and kill all adb instances (or reboot). Try again.
That's what I found when searching for ADB server didn't ACK
 
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deedscreen

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I have tried every single Windows method under the sun for the Atrix HD, and different RAZRs, none at all worked. I had all my drivers, adb, fastboot and all working, I spent the entire night trying to root this son of a gun. I kept getting constant adb errors, rsd wouldn't work when I bricked things, so I used a fastboot method to restore to stock, but couldn't get rooted. I'm well experinced, and this was tough. I used Ubuntu because those new zip files nor the new auto-root packages would work. I'd get stuck at daemon messages, I had to redo the Ubuntu method twice because after it was rooted, there was still a problem, so I redid the process after and voila, everything worked! Yes, this method is the only working one in my case!
 

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    Update:
    I'm leaving this post here for posterity's sake, but an easier root method is now available at:
    http://www.droidrzr.com/index.php/topic/15208-root-motochopper-yet-another-android-root-exploit/

    The package may be downloaded at http://vulnfactory.org/public/motochopper.zip


    ---

    As promised, this post describes how to root the Atrix HD Jelly Bean build. This should also work on other Motorola 4.1.2 builds (Razr/Razr Maxx, Razr HD, Razr M, etc.).

    The exploit requires setting up a special Samba share and mounting this share on your phone using the File Manager app. I apologize that this process may seem involved for some of you, and request that members of this community help each other out if some of you are having problems completing the procedure. I'm not able to provide individual tech support to every user who wants to root this phone.

    The following instructions require a working Linux installation. The following instructions are for Ubuntu. If you don't want to install Ubuntu permanently on your machine, I suggest using a LiveCD installation. Instructions on setting this up are described here:

    https://help.ubuntu.com/community/LiveCD#How-To_LiveCD_Ubuntu

    Once you're booted into Ubuntu, open a terminal. Create a new directory for your Samba share:

    Code:
    mkdir /tmp/share

    Next, install the samba package:

    Code:
    sudo apt-get install samba

    Edit the configuration file for samba:

    Code:
    sudo gedit /etc/samba/smb.conf

    Add the following lines to the end of the configuration file and save your changes:

    Code:
    [share]
    	path = /tmp/share
    	available = yes
    	valid users = guest
    	read only = yes
    	browsable = yes
    	public = yes

    Close the text editor once you've saved your changes.

    Next, create a user for the Samba share by typing in the terminal:

    Code:
    sudo useradd guest -m -G users

    Set a password for the new user. Remember this password:

    Code:
    sudo passwd guest

    Provide a password here and press enter. You won't see the characters you're typing, so be careful.

    Next, set a password on the share. Use the same password you just provided:

    Code:
    sudo smbpasswd -a guest

    Type the password you created before and press enter.

    Next, restart the Samba server:

    Code:
    sudo restart smbd

    Finally, download and prepare the required files to the Samba share:

    Code:
    cd /tmp/share
    wget [url]http://vulnfactory.org/public/motoshare.tgz[/url]
    tar xvf motoshare.tgz
    sudo chown root:root pwn
    sudo chmod 6755 pwn

    At this point, you'll need to know the IP address of your Linux host, which you can get by running "ifconfig" from your terminal (it should be of the form "192.168.x.x").

    Next, move over to your Android device. Ensure you have enabled USB Debugging Mode (under Settings -> Development Settings). Ensure your device is connected via Wifi.

    Open the "File Manager" app, and select "Remote storage". Click "Add storage", and fill in fields as follows:

    Code:
    Host IP address:		[your Linux machine's IP address]
    Domain name:			WORKGROUP
    Shared folder name:		share
    User:				guest
    Password:			[the password you created above]

    At this point, the phone will mount your Linux share. To complete the process, plug in your phone via USB to your Linux machine, and type the following in your Linux terminal:

    Code:
    sudo /tmp/share/adb kill-server
    sudo /tmp/share/adb shell /storage/rfs0/pwn

    If it's successful, this should print "[+] Rooting complete!".

    Finally, install Supersu by typing the following in the terminal:

    Code:
    sudo /tmp/share/adb install /tmp/share/eu.chainfire.supersu.apk

    Congratulations, enjoy your rooted device.

    I can't stress this enough: I can't provide individualized tech support for everyone on this forum. Please help each other.

    TTLayland has been successfully rooted using this technique and has volunteered to help. If you get stuck and can't find support on these forums, feel free to email him at ttlayland (at) gmail (dot) com.


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    Ok, everybody is going to need to wait a bit while I sort out some technical issues. Don't worry, the exploit is already confirmed to work, it's just a matter of making it possible for you all to easily use it.
    4
    Can everyone please stop quoting the OP. Just hit reply!

    Sent from my phone.
    3
    And this is why need to mod the apk to install on my razr i.

    You can unlock your RAZR i and root anytime you want. Something these users would do in a split second if they could.

    Sent from my Galaxy Nexus using Tapatalk 2
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    +1 for windows version

    Sent from my MB886 using xda premium

    There is a technical problem in doing a windows version from what I understand. Its not that difficult to boot a Linux LiveCD or LiveUSB don't even have to install it on your computer.

    EDIT: If you need help post it here :)

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