[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 Rev 4.2.17 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm
Slimepuppy,
When you have time, can you test the options again maybe running the batch file in a Windows XP Service Pack 2 compatibility mode. You must be out this afternoon. Let us know when you are back, we will be out ourselves from 4:30pm until about 8pm. So, if possible we can connect after 8pm PST GMT -8 or we can wait until tomorrow.
Thanks again!
We just released a major update as of 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm Rev 4.2.17
Since you downloaded the entire package recently, please just replace the RunMe.bat file from this package: RunMe.zip
Please unzip RunMe.zip as RunMe.bat and move RunMe.bat to the C:\KFFirstAide folder, answer "OK to Overwrite" when asked. Then verify the date of the RunMe.bat, it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm
Just in case someone has not downloaded the entire package, please download the 32-bit version here:KFFirstAide32.zip
You can download the 64-bit version here: KFFirstAide64.zip - Unzip the package to C:\KFFirstAide then verify the date of the RunMe.bat - it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm this is Rev 4.2.17
If you have not updated Java recently be sure to update Java from here: Java SE Development Kit 7u13
Finally regarding the inability to find the Kindlefirebackup folder, please use Google Play Store download and install WiFi File Transfer, use a Browser to download the backup files. This is a Known bug in Windows.
Slimepuppy,
When you have time, can you test the options again maybe running the batch file in a Windows XP Service Pack 2 compatibility mode. You must be out this afternoon. Let us know when you are back, we will be out ourselves from 4:30pm until about 8pm. So, if possible we can connect after 8pm PST GMT -8 or we can wait until tomorrow.
Thanks again!
We just released a major update as of 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm Rev 4.2.17
Since you downloaded the entire package recently, please just replace the RunMe.bat file from this package: RunMe.zip
Please unzip RunMe.zip as RunMe.bat and move RunMe.bat to the C:\KFFirstAide folder, answer "OK to Overwrite" when asked. Then verify the date of the RunMe.bat, it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm
Just in case someone has not downloaded the entire package, please download the 32-bit version here:KFFirstAide32.zip
You can download the 64-bit version here: KFFirstAide64.zip - Unzip the package to C:\KFFirstAide then verify the date of the RunMe.bat - it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm this is Rev 4.2.17
If you have not updated Java recently be sure to update Java from here: Java SE Development Kit 7u13
Finally regarding the inability to find the Kindlefirebackup folder, please use Google Play Store download and install WiFi File Transfer, use a Browser to download the backup files. This is a Known bug in Windows.
Prokennexusa,
Thanks for the quick reply
Turns out i had to grant permissions to backup.sh in SU, something i never noticed because i never tried unlocking the screen lock during the script execution.
as for the backup folder not appearing, all i had to do was to unplug the device and re-plug it, and it appeared in windows explorer.
Your work is excellent, so thank you, and keep it up!
one quick question though, whats with all those backup files i thought all i needed was the system.img what's the rest for?!
Thanks for the quick reply
Turns out i had to grant permissions to backup.sh in SU, something i never noticed because i never tried unlocking the screen lock during the script execution.
as for the backup folder not appearing, all i had to do was to unplug the device and re-plug it, and it appeared in windows explorer.
Your work is excellent, so thank you, and keep it up!
one quick question though, whats with all those backup files i thought all i needed was the system.img what's the rest for?!
Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Android SDK Installed
kstephens98,
Yes, the second Prerequisite is "Remove or Disable the Android SDK.
So far, we have found over 99% of the end users DO NOT need the SDK. The SDK was developed for Android developers, people who use Eclipse to write Android Applications. Most people do not know this but out of the 680MB, over 99% of the end users never use more than 2 files in the Android SDK:
1. adb.exe
2. fastboot.exe
The above files total less than 1MB together, so having said this, you are wasting 679MB of precious hard drive space. Also, the above two files are always packaged with the utilities that use adb and fastboot, so you never need the SDK in the end. If you use Netbeans or Eclipse to develop apps, you still do not need the SDK since these two also include the SDK prepackaged with the software.
If you downloaded the SDK for the drivers we have them here for download: usb_driver.zip
Finally to your problem. As long as you have these two turned ON:
1. ADB Enabled ON > More+ Security
2. Allow Installation of Programs ON > More+ Device
And you have looked in the Windows Device Manger and see:
1. Kindle > Android ADB Interface
2. Portable Devices > Kindle
Then your problem is the Android SDK, please go to Add/Remove Programs and Remove the Android SDK.
Make sure you have the version of RunMe that is dated 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm, if not you can download the update here:
Since you downloaded the entire package recently, please just replace the RunMe.bat file from this package: RunMe.zip
Please unzip RunMe.zip as RunMe.bat and move RunMe.bat to the C:\KFFirstAide folder, answer "OK to Overwrite" when asked. Then verify the date of the RunMe.bat, it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm
Just in case someone has not downloaded the entire package, please download the 32-bit version here:KFFirstAide32.zip
You can download the 64-bit version here: KFFirstAide64.zip - Unzip the package to C:\KFFirstAide then verify the date of the RunMe.bat - it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm this is Rev 4.2.17
If you have not updated Java recently be sure to update Java from here: Java SE Development Kit 7u13
Finally regarding the inability to find the Kindlefirebackup folder, please use Google Play Store download and install WiFi File Transfer, use a Browser to download the backup files. This is a Known bug in Windows.
kstephens98,
Yes, the second Prerequisite is "Remove or Disable the Android SDK.
So far, we have found over 99% of the end users DO NOT need the SDK. The SDK was developed for Android developers, people who use Eclipse to write Android Applications. Most people do not know this but out of the 680MB, over 99% of the end users never use more than 2 files in the Android SDK:
1. adb.exe
2. fastboot.exe
The above files total less than 1MB together, so having said this, you are wasting 679MB of precious hard drive space. Also, the above two files are always packaged with the utilities that use adb and fastboot, so you never need the SDK in the end. If you use Netbeans or Eclipse to develop apps, you still do not need the SDK since these two also include the SDK prepackaged with the software.
If you downloaded the SDK for the drivers we have them here for download: usb_driver.zip
Finally to your problem. As long as you have these two turned ON:
1. ADB Enabled ON > More+ Security
2. Allow Installation of Programs ON > More+ Device
And you have looked in the Windows Device Manger and see:
1. Kindle > Android ADB Interface
2. Portable Devices > Kindle
Then your problem is the Android SDK, please go to Add/Remove Programs and Remove the Android SDK.
Make sure you have the version of RunMe that is dated 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm, if not you can download the update here:
Since you downloaded the entire package recently, please just replace the RunMe.bat file from this package: RunMe.zip
Please unzip RunMe.zip as RunMe.bat and move RunMe.bat to the C:\KFFirstAide folder, answer "OK to Overwrite" when asked. Then verify the date of the RunMe.bat, it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm
Just in case someone has not downloaded the entire package, please download the 32-bit version here:KFFirstAide32.zip
You can download the 64-bit version here: KFFirstAide64.zip - Unzip the package to C:\KFFirstAide then verify the date of the RunMe.bat - it should be 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm this is Rev 4.2.17
If you have not updated Java recently be sure to update Java from here: Java SE Development Kit 7u13
Finally regarding the inability to find the Kindlefirebackup folder, please use Google Play Store download and install WiFi File Transfer, use a Browser to download the backup files. This is a Known bug in Windows.
Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Noob (Simple) Version
AmrBanawan,
Our software no longer uses the backup.sh - the code is hard coded into the software. We have seen the issue on almost all Windows workstations. If you do not want to use WiFi File Transfer then just wait a couple of hours, it will show up in Windows after a little time.
Sounds great, refreshing the Kindle driver solved the problem - that is wonderful to hear!
AmrBanawan,
Our software no longer uses the backup.sh - the code is hard coded into the software. We have seen the issue on almost all Windows workstations. If you do not want to use WiFi File Transfer then just wait a couple of hours, it will show up in Windows after a little time.
Sounds great, refreshing the Kindle driver solved the problem - that is wonderful to hear!
The reason I have the android sdk is because I use droid explorer. I can live without it though. Thanks for your assistance. 
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk 2
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk 2
Back a page, Amigo - I used the latest KFFirstAide in both 32 and 64 bit Windows with updated Java.
http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=37956957&postcount=480
I'm not having any trouble finding the backup directory, Chris - thanks though!
Andy
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Chris - I'm back on the 64 bit side of Windows 7. I tweaked the runme.bat to run in Windows XP SP2 mode and re-ran Option 18. Same results.
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Funny you ask.. lmao! I was just having problems with it. It wasn't running smooth at ALL! I used a fastboot cable that I had made, but I think my kid got a hold of it or something bc after I used it my pc kept saying USB device not recognized/malfunction.. SO that when I started to revert it back to stock and rebooted and POOOOF black screen!! LOL I really wish I knew bc I sure did miss it on our 12 HR drive up to North Carolina!!! It was an interesting 12 HRS with a 2 year old in the back seat bored out his mind, to say the least!
Chris, is there a way to force the Kindle's to be more Bluetooth GPS friendly? I know Amazon has done a lot to make sure you can not use external BT GPS devices and apps, but this is a feature I can not do without.
Do you have a BT GPS device to test with in house? If this is something you would be willing to try and solve, I would be happy to send you a BT GPS for testing purposes. If its even possible that is.
Any thoughts on this possible feature?
Do you have a BT GPS device to test with in house? If this is something you would be willing to try and solve, I would be happy to send you a BT GPS for testing purposes. If its even possible that is.
Any thoughts on this possible feature?
"Hard codeđ into the software" is THAT what kids are calling it these days?
I'll d/l the latest revision when we get home. The Missus & I are enjoying our lattés and making these Staryuppies nervous.
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SkOrp/Chris I 2nd the call for bt gps on this little slab of frustration. I don't always have Mrs. Bela around to tell me where I am, and reliable gps would help me find my *** in such circumstances.
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I'm not EVEN going into the lack of a compass on these things.
I'll d/l the latest revision when we get home. The Missus & I are enjoying our lattés and making these Staryuppies nervous.
---------- Post added at 05:21 PM ---------- Previous post was at 05:13 PM ----------
SkOrp/Chris I 2nd the call for bt gps on this little slab of frustration. I don't always have Mrs. Bela around to tell me where I am, and reliable gps would help me find my *** in such circumstances.
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I'm not EVEN going into the lack of a compass on these things.
Lack of Compass? Are you serious? LOL
Oh well, I still have and use an old school compass, so as long as the magnetic fields do not flip on me while hiking I should be OK
When I first got my Kindle, I tried installing several compass apps, none of which could agree on who was the least accurate. Finally, one particularly la-dee-dah app announced in a very judgmental font that my KFTT lacked a magnetic sensor. This made me sad.
Just like it lacks a proximity sensor, would be nice to use force control for controlling my media apps. Among other nice features, oh well still a nice tablet anyhow.
Sent from my KFTT using Tapatalk HD
Sent from my KFTT using Tapatalk HD
I would argue that it HAS a proximity sensor - everytime I get near it these days, it finds a new way to annoy me.
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I have discovered a workaround - a surplus Lensamatic compass strapped to the cover, and a chip with my wife's voice saying, "You're going the wrong way!"
This will have to do until Chris quits farting around and walks on water, brings peace to the Middle East, and transforms the KFTT into God's Own Tablet on Earth.
---------- Post added at 06:45 PM ---------- Previous post was at 06:35 PM ----------
I have discovered a workaround - a surplus Lensamatic compass strapped to the cover, and a chip with my wife's voice saying, "You're going the wrong way!"
This will have to do until Chris quits farting around and walks on water, brings peace to the Middle East, and transforms the KFTT into God's Own Tablet on Earth.
I get the same thing on my Windows 8 machine but it works fine on xp and Windows 7.
The system cannot find the path specified. But backup to sdcard was successful.
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Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Droid Explorer
kstephens98,
You can still use Droid Explorer with our software. When you extract our program and add the Environment Variable the dependencies for Droid Explorer will be met, the reason? We have ADB and Fastboot embedded in our software. So, in the end, Droid Explorer will still work.
Please let us know if you need anything else.
The reason I have the android sdk is because I use droid explorer. I can live without it though. Thanks for your assistance.
Sent from my SPH-D700 using Tapatalk 2
kstephens98,
You can still use Droid Explorer with our software. When you extract our program and add the Environment Variable the dependencies for Droid Explorer will be met, the reason? We have ADB and Fastboot embedded in our software. So, in the end, Droid Explorer will still work.
Please let us know if you need anything else.
Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - UPDATE 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm
AmrBanawan,
By the way, we wanted to Thank You for bringing up permissions. You made us take a closer look at the programs permissions and it turns out you were correct, there was an error with the Permissions. We corrected the permissions in Version 4.2.17 which was released 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm. So, check your RunMe.bat, make sure the date and time is 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm, if it is different, please download the RunMe.bat update here: RunMe.zip
AmrBanawan,
By the way, we wanted to Thank You for bringing up permissions. You made us take a closer look at the programs permissions and it turns out you were correct, there was an error with the Permissions. We corrected the permissions in Version 4.2.17 which was released 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm. So, check your RunMe.bat, make sure the date and time is 02/13/2013 at 12:05pm, if it is different, please download the RunMe.bat update here: RunMe.zip
Kindle Fire HD and 2 First Aide Software - Noob (Simple) Version >
Slimepuppy,
We are using code proven to work on Kindles. Let's run it manually, pay close attention to any errors.
Do me a favor, run the following commands at C:\KFFirstAide\
Now does the Kindle look weird? Did any of the commands error out? Did it reboot? These commands are VERY driver sensitive, so the good new is if they do not work, we know your drivers are the problem - we have a fix for that.........
OK, so if the Kindle looks weird, then do to revert back to a good looking Kindle:
I think I see what is causing a failure in Windows 7, give me 1 hour to fix it.
Slimepuppy,
We are using code proven to work on Kindles. Let's run it manually, pay close attention to any errors.
Do me a favor, run the following commands at C:\KFFirstAide\
Code:
adb shell su -c "rm -r /data/local/tmp"
adb shell su -c "ln -s /data/ /data/local/tmp"
adb reboot
adb shell su -c "rm /data/local.prop > nul"
adb shell su -c "echo ro.kernel.qemu=1 > /data/local.prop"
adb reboot
adb push AccountAndSyncSettings.apk /system/app/AccountAndSyncSettings.apkOK, so if the Kindle looks weird, then do to revert back to a good looking Kindle:
Code:
adb shell su -c "mv /data/local/tmp.bak /data/local/tmp"
adb shell su -c "rm -r /data/local/tmp"
adb shell su -c "rm /data/local.prop"
adb rebootI think I see what is causing a failure in Windows 7, give me 1 hour to fix it.
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73In 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:
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- Fresh Restore Support the Kindle Fire 2 7"
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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.9Follow Up - Feedback
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. 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.6How 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
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:C:\Users\Your Name\KFFirstAide>
Step 6: You will see a Windows Command Prompt that will look like:Code:fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
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.Code:C:\Users\Your Name\KFFirstAide>fastboot reboot -i 0x1949 <waiting for device>
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 0x1949Step 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.Code:fastboot erase cache -i 0x1949 fastboot erase userdata -i 0x1949 fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
Step 10: Leave the Kindle Plugged into USB. Next type the following command:
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 flash boot boot-prod.img -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.Code:fastboot erase cache -i 0x1949 fastboot erase userdata -i 0x1949 fastboot reboot -i 0x1949
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.5Update
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 Bryant5How to update kindle fire first aide
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***************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:
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.Code:cd C:\Windows\ adb kill-server adb wait-for-device adb devices
********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)
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