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Is there a way to swap ROMS without having to flash anything? Just change SD card and you change ROM?
I thought this would be kind of sweet and convenient.
Not exactly. Have you looked at Switch rom or BART? You have to reinstall from a backup you made but it lets you go back and forth between multiple Roms. Search those 2 and see if it will work for you.
The closest anyone has come to that was emulating different roms as an overlay that was installed to the SDcard
It required a ROM on the phone and was very buggy (as can be expected)
I know with WinMo phones running Android, this is the way things are... it uses Haret.exe to boot up Android, and you can switch ROMs wimply by turning changing what system file you have on the root of the SD card.
As well, there were 0 bugs caused by running this program, but I believe it will only run on a WinMo device, and haven't seen anyone running out to design something similar for an actual Android device because there is not point to it.
So I followed Myn's quick and easy steps to download Android, using the "Classic SQSH method". I copied the files into the ROOT of the SD card, but when I run it on my phone the script stops at this:
[ 2.520920] msm_rto msmtro:0 rto Core: registere
When I use other bundles I always get a "Kernel Panic" and the script stops and I have to force shut it down. I have not idea how to fix this and its getting frustrating!
What am I doing wrong? Can you guys help out me out? I'm a total newbie to this kind of thing!
Is your Vogue rom unlocked? if not.. That may be the problem.. I had the same issue a little bit ago.
I unlocked my rom then updated it to the latest stock rom from my carrier which was "6.1"
Sorry if I'm not much help.. =[
ps.. I'm a newbie too but we learn as we go and from the best right? =p
-Abyy<3
With SQSH method, you don't have to unlocked your phone. it doesn't touch your WinMo system.
unless you want to flash some android ROM replacing WinMo, then you should unlock your phone first.
why don't you try to re-format your SD card into fat32 ( but before - make your backup of your important data on your SD card ).
Then you could try again with android setup.
if you get the same error result, try it with another clean SD card.
Another method that you could try without replacing WinMo with Android is NoMorootfs.
As i see, more and more people are asking, how to install Android. And since previous tutorial is outdated, i will create new one.
So, first some theory. There are two types of releases: ones with ext2 partition and ones without. Second ones are much easier to install (just copy files to SD card), but ones with ext2 partition are faster and works overall better. All newer releases are with partitions.
So, how to install Android?
1. First we must prepare our SD Card. You will need 1GB+ Card. Some users are reporting that there are problems with several cards, so i suggest you stick to card you got with your X1 (it works 100%).
Now it's time to hook SD card to your computer. You can transfer files via X1, but I recommend getting a card reader, since file transfers will be more reliable then.
Before you begin, backup all your files on SD card. When partitioning, all data on your card will be deleted.
So, let's begin. Partitioning is fairly easy, but instead of writing this in text, i will show you video guide of creating partitions (thanks to user e334 for making this tutorial):
(Program in the video is Minitool Partiton Wizard. Grab home version from their page.)
2. After we properly make partition, it's time to download android build. Beware, that root of your SD card will be messy. There is a method to run it in folder (Andboot), but i didn't manage to make it right.
In the time of writing, (my opinion) best release is neopeek's SuperFroyo + v2c kernel. But releases are changing rapidly, since Android is still under development. I will try to update that page, but i suggest you always check the forums for some new releases.
As you can see, this release is in two parts (main release + kernel). But most of the time, there are releases with kernel included, so you don't have to download it separately. So anyway, download and extract main release, kernel and modules into root of the SD card (leave modules in .tar.gz file!).
After copying, use safely remove hardware before disconnecting SD card.
Now it's time for big final. Open file explorer on your X1, navigate to StorageCard\npkinstall folder and click install. If you have done everything right, your phone should go into "text mode" (black screen with bunch of text) and after about a minute, it should start displaying long list of files. That means it's installing android to EXT2 partition. When installation finishes, it will automatically reboot.
Your X1 Android is ready to use now. To launch android, open file explorer, navigate to \StorageCard and tap HARET. Again, it should start displaying text and after that logo should appear. When android appears to be loaded (start wizard pops up), leave it for another several minutes, so Android can initialize all background stuff it needs to.
Happy Androiding!
Frequently Asked Questions
How to return to Windows Mobile?
Simply restart your device. Android won't alter Windows Mobile or on board storage at all, so your windows mobile stays intact.
So, now my Windows mobile is running in background?
No. HARET will shut down Windows Mobile, so Android can have all the memory for himself.
Battery life is very short
Yes, android power management is not very good. But it's getting better, especially last days there were some major improvements in that area.
Camera/FM Radio/Something don't work
Android is still under development, so not all features are working yet.
I can't see my new EXT2 partition in windows
That's OK. Only linux sistems like Android and Ubuntu can see EXT2 partition. Although, you can install 3rd party software, that can add ext2 support to windows (google for "ext2 windows").
How big should i make ext2 partition?
EXT2 partition is system partition for Android. It needs to be big enough to fit all android system files in, but there is no point to make it too big, since data is stored to SD card anyway. Somewhere between 300 and 500MB should be fine. Make it 512 if you have space to spare or 300 if you are really low on SD card space.
I can't enter my SIM PIN!
PIN is currently not working in Android. Turn off PIN in Windows Mobile.
matejdro.. you are one of the best "teachers" thanks a lot.. very kind if you could update this threat everytime if something is new, because there are a lot of new kernels and things coming in.. i try to get in to this matter but at the moment all i understand is.. chinese mixed with japanese.. hehehe
Hey, please, can you add "how install dual boot" in this guide? I really need it, sorry my bad english
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How big the ex2 partion must be? 300 ,500mb?
EDit: i have made the ext2 and the fat32 partition but i can only see the FAT32 in windows. Am I missing something?
viper. said:
How big the ex2 partion must be? 300 ,500mb?
EDit: i have made the ext2 and the fat32 partition but i can only see the FAT32 in windows. Am I missing something?
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Nothing is wrong.
Actually, Windows can't read an ext2 partition, because it's a linux-based partition.
About the size.. i don't know, but i followed the tut' and put the same size. It works well.
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Nothing is wrong.
Actually, Windows can't read an ext2 partition, because it's a linux-based partition.
About the size.. i don't know, but i followed the tut' and put the same size. It works well.
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Yep, i have realised that windows7 is unable to read that partition because i did install the android on it and everything went fine. My partition is 450mb large and its working normally. This is so much better then other xdandroid version beacuse with this build you can connect x1 and the pc via usb .
Added both questions to FAQ.
thank you so much for this!
can someone please give the proper instructions on how to use the andboot floder does the folder have to start with capital?
and the v3c kernel needs to be run using someother programs and methords which are there in that thread can you help me with them?
Is it necessary to leave some unallocated space on SD card as shown on video ? And what size of swap partition should be ?
I'm not sure why he left unallocated space, but it's not necessary.
For swap partition, I'm not even sure if android uses it. You can live without it.
hello
I need help
If i start the exe it boot.
But when it is finished it restarts and then there is windows .
Whats wrong ?
Have you done everything correctly? Delete everything and try again.
Also, what is your battery level?
I have successfully install Android with ext2 partition on my X1. But, when I boot to Android, it always hang.
Sometime it hang at the first boot (when Android ask me to configure Google account to sync), sometime it hang when I try to change Android setting, sometime it hang when I play music, but often it hang when I put Android on standby (I press the power button).
I use 4GB SD card and partitioned it into two partition, FAT32 2,5GB and ext2 450MB.
I have try two Android build : CyanogenMod 6.1 and X1-frg83-06112010. Both have the same problem. I also try replace the kernel (zImage) with sp3dev, but the problem still there.
The other thing I try was extract androidinstall.tar.gz directly to my ext2 partition, but Android still hang.
Do you ever encounter this problem? How to fix this?
Hello
Now i have android all is ok and does go.
But one problem if i press the ok and the other buttons does go.
But a little time later no buton does go anymore.
Whats the problem ?
Signing in...
Hi,
All went well.
Now 1st boot it tries to get to me google.
Nothing happens.
It tells me 5 minutes, but that was 10 minutes ago
I am on 3G
Any help?
Edit: (Will boot again, and let you know if it works.)
Edit: Rebooted, and skipped the google account login. Will try with WiFi on loging into google again.
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Sorry, i don't understand you. What is bugging you?
What are the diference between super froyo and cyanogen and the rest of the android? I'm a noob and would like to install one of this to my kaiser.
Thanks
The "builds" you're asking about are just different versions of the same build.
The 29-8-11 build is version 2.2.2 Froyo, Super Froyo (IIRC) is build 2.2.1, and Cyanogenmods are just that, "mods" to an originally stock build, wether it be Froyo, Gingerbread, Eclair, etc.
I honestly can't say I hate or dislike any build or modded version, as they all have their benefits. The one great thing about Android is the ability to "make it your own" through customization, where-as iOS (iPhone) pretty much locks you into a certain form and functionality, which the benefit is stability.
My suggestion... grab the 29-8-11 build on sourceforge and build a kernel with 3-4mb above the total install size of 87mb, give yourself a 15-20mb cache file and install it. Customization comes with time, trial and error, and some effort, but you will be happy with the results.
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The "builds" you're asking about are just different versions of the same build.
The 29-8-11 build is version 2.2.2 Froyo, Super Froyo (IIRC) is build 2.2.1, and Cyanogenmods are just that, "mods" to an originally stock build, wether it be Froyo, Gingerbread, Eclair, etc.
I honestly can't say I hate or dislike any build or modded version, as they all have their benefits. The one great thing about Android is the ability to "make it your own" through customization, where-as iOS (iPhone) pretty much locks you into a certain form and functionality, which the benefit is stability.
My suggestion... grab the 29-8-11 build on sourceforge and build a kernel with 3-4mb above the total install size of 87mb, give yourself a 15-20mb cache file and install it. Customization comes with time, trial and error, and some effort, but you will be happy with the results.
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Can you give me the sourceforge link.
I follow this :http://sourceforge.net/apps/trac/androidhtc/wiki/HowToInstallWithAtoolsHaret
I partition using the atools but nothing happen.Receive an error message someting like ext2 ext3 and something missing.Get an error using the above.Maybe it's my bad.
This is the latest error
did you keep the D-Pad pressed ?
That is nothing to do with the D-pad, that is a fault of not installing the system to NAND, something I'm unfamiliar with as I never used or even liked HaReT.
It appears as if you're installing to SD, but the card is not formatted correctly with the 3 (maybe 4 now) partitions needed, one for system, another for data, and the rest for your use.
It should be easy peasy to install to NAND as ATools is really optimized for NAND installations now.
Now I made ext 2 & 3 to my sd card. 1st attempt took 6hrs and still installing files and now trying 2nd attempt.
I use atools and choose haret.once Linux running I choose ext 2 . I follow everything but android doesn't seems to run. Now under file folder there's only ext2 appear ext3 is missing . Have been trying to install few times but nothing happens. My card is 16gb class4.
Can I have the link for the latest froyo dated. 29.8.11.
First off, forget about keeping Windows Mobile and go straight to Android. I never liked running from a SD card.
Here's the link..
http://sourceforge.net/projects/androidhtc/files/2011-08-29-froyo/
Select the correct build for your Country (eu, us or all), preferrably an "odexed" version, download it and copy it to your FAT32 formatted SD card in a folder labled "andboot" without the quotes.
If you check around, I have a post or 2 with the "KAISIMG.NBH" file attached. I always build a new kernel for any new installs as I like to make modifications depending on build size. The one I posted is for this build with a meager 500MHz overclock, 15mb for cache and around 92mb for data with an EXT4 FS.
If you use the 29-8 build, there is no need to update anything as the update modules are included.
How many partition do i need and how many mb do i need on each partition.I'm using 16 gb.
update: I make 1 fat32 and 3 ext2 with 200mb each using gparted.
where does the downloaded or installed apps goes to.Is it on the fat32 or the ext. what's the difference ext2, ext3,ext4.Can I reformat the sd card once my device is androided to add more mb to the ext. If my ext. not enough to install apps (if the apps need to be install to ext. not fat32)sorry for so many question.
Do I need 'bse'( *img -> Virtual disk on sdcard (you need to create it, you can create it with bse) to create virtual disk.?
First off, you're speaking in HaReT terms, a completely different language for me.
I only know how to install /system and /data to NAND, NOT an SD card. No 3 separate partitions on my SD, only 1 formatted to FAT32.
Again, you're running Android "through" Windows by clicking an .exe file in file explorer, not the way I'm running it, which just involves pressing the power button, so you are, in fact, speaking a different language.
Build a kernel with ATools for NAND, not HaReT, and leave everything alone when presented with where to install. /system goes on NAND, /data goes on NAND.
That is my recommendation because I'm all about speed, and a class 6 SD couldn't provide that. Think of NAND as class 10...
I follow this for Nand : http://sourceforge.net/apps/trac/an... pls guide me on how to install through Nand.
Make sure you are using a FAT32 formatted SD card when attempting a kernel update. If you are sure it is formatted correctly, try another. I have 5 SD cards here, 2 of which won't work for kernel update, regardless of format.
If all else fails, look around for the RUU installer for the Kaiser.
Am i getting this right? i'm installing it to my device from yesterday night.
Edit:How long does it going to take 1 day? 1 week? now the number is [43617.514121]android_usb gadget:full speed config #1:android
I connected it on my pc and change to power supply.Is this normal?
Very simply, keep your phone away from any computers!
The only problem I see is the USB is connecting and disconnecting.
DO NOT keep the phone connected to the computer.
If you have followed all the instructions for a NAND install, this conversation would not take place... its THAT simple.
Reformat your SD card, out the KAISIMG.NBH directly on the SD, not inside any folders. Once thats done, make a new folder on the SD called "andboot" and place the androidinstall.tar file inside the new folder. If you're using a rom other than Scoot's or the SourceForge, you'll need an update for the cache.
Install takes less than 2 minutes with even the slowest SD card and first boot usually runs 3-5 minutes. ALL up and running, ready to use in less than 10 minutes.
@PoxFreak, at last i manage to install Android to my Kaiser HaRET way.I think i know what's the problem.I think it's due to my radio. I was using 1.71 and 1.70 it doesn't work. So i install shipped rom to my kaiser and install android .
@Poxfreak,
I manage to install CyanogenMod 6.1.2 Release 6 by using NAND.It took me .... like you say about 5 mins+.I was wondering I have 2 Kingston 4gb microsd card both can be use to install HaRET but only one of them can install NAND.So now I would like to use back my 16gb sd card as an external to install apps.Will I be able to do that instead of using the 4gb? Can I partition it?
Thanks
Hi
What is different betwen (NAND) rom and (EXT3) rom and who is the better and faster rom for xperia x1 :angel:
aLT-bug said:
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What is different betwen (NAND) rom and (EXT3) rom and who is the better and faster rom for xperia x1 :angel:
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Please ask questions at the question section next time.
NAND ROMs are Android ROMs that replace the Windows Mobile OS. They provide faster speeds and better battery life. The developers really did a great job on them this year. They do, however, contain some bugs like USB mass storage not functioning properly (there's a workaround). The most annoying issue I've experienced is the button and keyboard freeze. But the latest Cyanogenmod build I think has already fixed the problem. But I still have Button Savior just in case.
EXT3 ROMs are the ones that run from the SD card. So you would still be able to run Windows Mobile on your phone. It's kind of a dual boot. You have to make partitions on your SD card. It used to have the least bugs. But it's no longer being developed. So now, the NAND ROMs are actually better for my opinion. I think BrianXP7 is the only one left developing EXT3 ROMs, or at least converting his NAND ROM to an EXT3 ROM. EXT3 ROMs used to be faster than NAND ROMs, but it's only because of the CPU speed. NAND ROMs have more free RAM. The CPU speed of NAND ROMs are also now the same as the EXT3 ROMs. You can also make a swap partition to make your phone a little faster on NAND.
how I can make a swap partition to make faster my phone
aLT-bug said:
how I can make a swap partition to make faster my phone
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1659231
A swap file is also known as a page file or virtual memory. So it's more like the page file on your hard drive. It's not ReadyBoost for Android.
There's also an SD boot bug on this device. So you'll have to format the SD in a special way in order to fix it. But after making the partitions, the fix may be lost. So before partitioning your SD card, apply the fix to your SD card. Then make the partitions. But instead of wiping the SD card, choose the "delete all partitions" option. You then apply all the necessary partitions.
So have you successfully managed to install an android ext3 rom? Because no matter which rom I choose or what I try, it always hangs during the loading with the black screen and all those white lines. It just stays that way forever and then I have to pull the battery and restart my phone. Do you know what I may be doing wrong?
BrianXP7 said:
Did you copy the "Windows/*.csv" files to the root of your microSD card?
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Yes! It you was Brian that told me to do that when I was trying to install your Butter rom. But although, I got further with your rom, compared to other android roms, it wasn't successful because it hanged up. Is it maybe the fault of custom roms or maybe mods in the Windows rom? Because whenever I left overclocked my X1 at boot the haret application never ran. It always failed to start! So what I did was to removed the overclocked values of my X1 but still I can't get Android to boot! I need help!
Hey Brian. I tried to run again android on my device and it still doesn't work. What happened this time is this: I placed all files in the right place and clicked haret. The loader starts, CWM opens and I select install zip package. Then the bar that appears is fully loaded and tells me installation is complete. I then proceed with rebooting go back to custom rom with WM6.1 and start again CWM. But this time, even after waiting for more than 15 minutes it never manages to load into android, it hangs with many white lines on a black screen, although if I press some buttons then some words start appearing but nothing happens. Do I miss something?