[knc1]

The first thing a person should do is add the special directory name that blocks automatic updates.

That resides in the topmost directory level of visible USB storage.

If the USB storage is not visible, you can't add the new directory name.

Therefore you are blocked from proceeding unless you register the device.

So in a case such as I just described, register the device.

Not all model/firmware combinations require registration.
So the "safe" advice is to tell everyone to register the device.


For those who wish to ignore the "safe" advice ...
If you can't create the directory name in USB storage, it is a pretty strong indication that in YOUR CASE (whatever it is) you need to register the device.

Next reason:

Having done the above, placed the special directory name in the topmost visible level of USB storage.
Followed by placing the "jail break bin" (whatever it is) in the topmost visible level of USB storage.

Then you have to touch the "Update Your Kindle" menu button.
If you can not find a menu with an "Update Your Kindle" menu button, then register your device.

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The simple, easy way, is to just register the device before you start.

If you are unable to register the device with Amazon, then that means the device is "Blacklisted" by Amazon.
Nothing we provide here is intended to work on "Blacklisted" devices and this forum as a matter of policy does not support "Blacklisted" devices.

In this case, give up and return it to wherever you got it.