Rooting the ASUS Memo Pad HD 7 (ME173x)

[quaddler]

Hi all,

yesterday I succeeded in rooting the new ASUS MeMo Pad HD 7.

Model-Number: ME173X
Android version: 4.2.1
Kernel version: 3.4.5
HD 7 Build: ME173X_WW_User_4.2.1.75146_20130523 release keys

PC operating system: Win.. XP

USB-Driver I used (but there's WdfCoInstaller.dll missing, which I already had on my PC):
http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/EeePAD/ME172V/ASUS_Android_USB_drivers_for_Windows_20130415.zip

Maybe this more complete package would work, too (I didn't try that):
http://dlcdnet.asus.com/pub/ASUS/EeePAD/TF101/ASUS_Android_USB_drivers_for_Windows.zip

Method to root is by using motochopper.

You can follow the next steps in general as described in
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=40129120&postcount=1

One important thing:
motochopper didn't recognize my HD7 at once, so I did the following
(while being connected with PC via USB and motochopper waiting for device):
While USB debugging activated, go to USB settings an connect it as
integrated CD drive. motochopper will automatically recognize it
and continue with rooting process.

And last but not least:
As always, all you do is your own risk and I'm not responsible for any damage.

Good luck

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EDIT 2013-07-06:

Above procedure for rooting works with the new HD7 update, too (but you have to re-root after the update).
Build version after the update: ME173X_WW_user_4.2.2.51129_20130619 release-keys

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Description for Linux users:

- use motochopper package from link above

- login as root

- extract package
- open console and change to directory where you extracted the package
- chmod +x adb.linux
- chmod +x run.sh

- Check your HD7 will be recognized:
-> ./adb.linux status-window
-> shows "State: unknown"

-> connect HD7 (with usb debugging enabled, connecting as MTP device)
-> above started adb command should show now "State: device"
-> HD7 recognized - greatful, you're ready

-> press Strg-C to abort

- (optional) for more information about your HD7 you can enter: ./adb.linux devices -l
-> this should show something like: D6OKCXXXXXXX device usb:1-3 product:WW_memo model:ME173X device:ME173X

- ./run.sh
-> follow instructions on screen

- you're done

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EDIT 2013-07-16:

Above procedure for rooting works with new HD7 update (but you have to re-root after the update).
Build version after the update: ME173X_WW_user_4.2.2.91525_20130711 release-keys

 

[djdynamite123]

When you root your device and go to the supersu app, under settings there is an option for full unroot. If something happens with factory reset, the worst case would be bootloop, if you get an bootloop you just the instruction for unbricking the device.

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Ok I tried 1.9.3 of Framaroot and selected Boromir it says successfull but after a reboot/shutdown it has no supersu and root checker says no root access? However the device now has a running app or service called wakelocklist and I can install and open SuperSu.. What is this wakelocklist about?

 

[jole1999]

Ok I tried 1.9.3 of Framaroot and selected Boromir it says successfull but after a reboot/shutdown it has no supersu and root checker says no root access? However the device now has a running app or service called wakelocklist and I can install and open SuperSu.. What is this wakelocklist about?

I don't know about wakelock app, if you installed supersu and supersu binary, try to download somekind of cpu clock changer or something like that, that should ask for root permissions, if it doesn't then try to root it with framaroot 1.6.3

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[djdynamite123]

I don't know about wakelock app, if you installed supersu and supersu binary, try to download somekind of cpu clock changer or something like that, that should ask for root permissions, if it doesn't then try to root it with framaroot 1.6.3

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Well must be working as I can run Adaway from the F-Droid store. Maybe root detectors don't pickup it's actually rooted. Strange though. From experience, Adaway best choice currently?

Opps and yeah I installed supersu and supersu binary (normal) it updated also.

---------- Post added at 07:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 07:07 PM ----------

Well must be working as I can run Adaway from the F-Droid store. Maybe root detectors don't pickup it's actually rooted. Strange though. From experience, Adaway best choice currently?

Opps and yeah I installed supersu and supersu binary (normal) it updated also.

Ahh, the problem is some root checking apps don't seem to ping up the SuperSu request, therefore it has to return no root. It's definitely rooted!

 

[djdynamite123]

Just a head up, simple root has made a world of difference with adaway and adblock plus installed and running, from what I gather never or rarely get anymore adds. Is the tablet best off just sticking with the original updated 4.2.2? currently haven't experienced any issues at all since rooting. On another note, is there any root tricks or anything for any performance boosts for the device other than smart device saver disabled.

 

[Fvolfrine]

I know that there are ways to install custom roms, but having spent a little time researching, both on this forum and elsewhere, it doesn't appear to be an easy task. So at least we can root.

Are there any xposed apps like Wanam for the Memo Pad?

 

[uluxus]

I know that there are ways to install custom roms, but having spent a little time researching, both on this forum and elsewhere, it doesn't appear to be an easy task. So at least we can root.

Are there any xposed apps like Wanam for the Memo Pad?

Keen to know this too.

It seems like a great device for price, but not much interest in development.

 

[SORAnoDYStopia]

Just a quick note, framaroot (boromir) roots asus memopad 173x build 4.2.4
Just confirmed it myself on my ex's tablet.

Sora.

 

[elenac]

How did you do that?

First off - sorry if this is in the wrong forum. Tonight I was freaking when I was playing with my asus memo 7. (ME176C).

I booted the device with volume+ and power.
Got boot droid and chose to book recovery.

Then the tablet got stuck into "No Command" screen, rebooting to the same screen.

I then used Nexus Root Toolkit, which as you expect is for rooting, fixing and managing nexus.

Good news is, I could use its "soft brick" function to un-brick my tablet.
Further more even its system+data backup functions worked.

Be careful, do not flash things, as the program is designed for ARM, whereas the ME176C/CX ix x86.

However may be useful to save your day.
Please do not hold me responsible if things get worse, and I take no credit for the software.

Just want to share the info that helped me.

I don't know how did you do that. They ask for Factory image and it shows an error when uploading ME image factory. What image factory did you use?. Good thing is that I found the good drivers for my ME173x in Fastboot Mode = PDANET Drivers. Thanks for sharring.

 

[Jveehan]

Help

Hi

can I ask if its possible to use SanDisk Ultra MicroSD 64GB card on memo pad HD 7 me173x. I bought the 64GB card by mistake . I heard I have to format the SD card for the memo pad to recognize it but I don't have a PC to do that. Please advise, Thanks.

 

[Willjoe2442]

1. tablet prep. settings > backup & reset > factory data reset > check “erase internal storage” > click the reset button and follow any additional prompts.
2. the root exploit. .
3. fixing any problems.

Regards,
Willjoe