12-07-2010, 07:10 PM | #1 |
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REFURB ROOTABILITY
Just got my refurb.
serial 100023xxx firmware 1.4.3 I can't seem to find a solid answer anywhere on nookdevs or mobileread or anywhere else, to whether or not this is can be rooted and by which method. From what I have read, to this point, I am assuming that : - My nook has the older hardware with a microSD slot and card (although I have not looked) --- based upon the serial number... i dont think they change the serial number when they refurb - firmware versions 1.4.1 and 1.4.2 were created for the newer soldered memory hardware and possess different drivers to talk to the new chip (post 1003xxx) --- based upon others bricking their nook by reverting to 1.0.0 stock ver - firmware version 1.4.3 was created for the older microSD slot/card hardware, and includes other revisions that 1.4.1 and 1.4.2 have --- just a guess really.. - my nook is rootable by all methods, the hardware method of modifying the internal sd card with a linux box, the easy stock ver 1.0.0 softroot, and the router dns fakeout method --- hopefull Has anyone proven these statements wrong? |
12-07-2010, 08:53 PM | #2 |
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With all the odd numbers and firmware showing up, I would only proceed after I opened the back to see that chip. Others with older numbers and 1.4.3 have been successful, but this is no guarantee.
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12-07-2010, 09:01 PM | #3 |
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Just to clarify, my Nook is SN-10035*** W/fw/1.4.3
Haven't rooted it, just sayin'. |
12-07-2010, 09:41 PM | #4 |
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All nooks are rootable via the 10031+ method for sure if they are below 1.5.0 firmware. There was a person that reported the the 10031+ method worked with a 1003X nook on 1.5.0 firmware.
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12-08-2010, 03:23 PM | #5 |
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Confirmed.
I opened it up, saw the microSD. loaded ver 1.0.0 now installing 2.5.1 |
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12-08-2010, 10:35 PM | #6 |
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I got my Overstock WiFi/3G refurb - 1.4.3 with 10003XXXX+ (older h/w). Advice to my questions are appreciated.
Should I update to 1.5 and then try to root it, or root it from 1.4.3 (which would disable any updates until the next root)? If so, what should I use to root - the USB direct method, or the Router approach? My primary use would be to read pdf files (academic articles) - I have about 500+ of those neatly organized on my laptop (sub-sub-sub directory configuration). Nook 1.5 would handle pdf's but with no real usable functionality - zooming without reflow is critical for me. Nook 1.4.3 does not have the pdf functionality. apdf would probably meet my needs, if I were to root it. eInk is really amazing and I have been able to read for hours without getting tired. Moreover, the portability of the device might actually work out to be useful for me. |
12-09-2010, 07:50 AM | #7 |
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load ver 1.0.0 onto nook
load ver 2.5.1 onto external microSD follow instructions for "softroot" on nookdevs |
12-09-2010, 09:18 AM | #8 | |
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Thanks, tweaker
Quote:
2) Step 8 of Softroot in Nookdev requires 'rebooting' again. I assume that it means turning off the power and turning it back on again, unless there is a soft boot that I am not aware of? |
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12-09-2010, 01:21 PM | #9 |
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QUOTE=sanbap;1261614]Thanks, tweaker
A few questions on that: 1) Following softroot's rooting, Nook will then be 1.4.0? Is there a way to get it to 1.5? 1.5 does support pdf, but 1.4.0 does not. 2) Step 8 of Softroot in Nookdev requires 'rebooting' again. I assume that it means turning off the power and turning it back on again, unless there is a soft boot that I am not aware of?[/QUOTE]
Just power cycle. |
12-09-2010, 05:57 PM | #10 |
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Be prepared for a number of bugs yet to be addressed. The ADB over USB is not working with Android Commander, and NookLibrary will no longer view archived books anymore.
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12-09-2010, 11:10 PM | #11 | |
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jmb, from where do I get the 2.5.1 bravo update and the corresponding keys? Softroot in RookDevs has 2.4.1: "4. Download the NookDevs.com 2.4.1 (B&N:1.4.0) Softroot/ROM download SHA1SUM: 78ebbc84dd544ce7b68525ea31dbfe2160f7808c MD5SUM: 8db5cc7fde4ef1ec2d14136408b34c69". Thanks - I wish the documentation on NookDevs was more current. |
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12-13-2010, 12:14 PM | #12 |
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my refurbished nook preloaded with fw: 1.4.3 with serial# 1095.... can be soft rooted the way you just described?
fw: 1.4.3 serial: 1095xxxxxx... model no: bnrv100 fcc id: xhhbnrv100 |
12-16-2010, 11:37 AM | #13 |
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any one which method can i use to soft root my nook?
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12-16-2010, 07:47 PM | #14 |
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open it, look for microSD
if you find it, use the standard softroot method on nookdevs (revert to 1.0.0) |
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