It's possible to restore N900 by default?? How to hard reset?

[tecnophone]

Hi!
It's possible to hard reset N900 by deafult?
I have some problem, email with gmail crash..

Help!

[Cherrypie]

you can reset the firmware with flasher.

edit: just use the search function, there are probably a lot of other threads that will guide you through the flashing process.

[Venomrush]

No 4 buttons trick?

[The_Solutor]

Hi!
It's possible to hard reset N900 by deafult?
I have some problem, email with gmail crash..

Help!


There's an option on profiles menu (in the middle of the top bar).

BTW I haven't tried It yet.

[tecnophone]

Thanks!
The fw 46.11 is avaiable on NSU?

[The_Solutor]

Yes, a friend of mine has reflashed his phone via nsu (and has solved a bunch of random problems)

[tecnophone]

Yes, a friend of mine has reflashed his phone via nsu (and has solved a bunch of random problems)

Uff!
Why my Nsu says that my fw is already up to date?

I have a italian N900!

Another question, i have the flasher, but wher is the fw 46-11??

Sorry for the OT, but i'm in troble..

[The_Solutor]

Sorry but I didn't it on my n900, so at the moment, I can't help further.

[archebyte]

Uff!
Why my Nsu says that my fw is already up to date?

I have a italian N900!

Another question, i have the flasher, but wher is the fw 46-11??

Sorry for the OT, but i'm in troble..
NSU will update only if there is a version newer than the one installed on the device.

Are you using XP? It may be simpler to just flash directly. Its simple and takes less than 5 minutes.

1. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/maemo-dev-env-downloads.php) and install Flasher (maemo_flasher-3.5_2.5.2.2.exe).
2. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/nokia_N900.php) the firmware file and Save to 'c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5\'
3. Open the command prompt. Start + Run. Type cmd and press Enter.
4. Change directory to the flasher program.
cd "c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5"
5. Connect USB cable while pressing 'u' key (details on the wiki (https://wiki.maemo.org/Updating_the_tablet_firmware))
6. Run the command on windows is
flasher-3.5.exe -F RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_PR_COMBINED_MR0_ARM.bin -f -R

[tecnophone]

NSU will update only if there is a version newer than the one installed on the device.

Are you using XP? It may be simpler to just flash directly. Its simple and takes less than 5 minutes.

1. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/maemo-dev-env-downloads.php) and install Flasher (maemo_flasher-3.5_2.5.2.2.exe).
2. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/nokia_N900.php) the firmware file and Save to 'c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5\'
3. Open the command prompt. Start + Run. Type cmd and press Enter.
4. Change directory to the flasher program.
cd "c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5"
5. Connect USB cable while pressing 'u' key (details on the wiki (https://wiki.maemo.org/Updating_the_tablet_firmware))
6. Run the command on windows is
flasher-3.5.exe -F RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_PR_COMBINED_MR0_ARM.bin -f -R


Wow! Thank you!

At the end, what is the last version of FW?
42.11 is my fw, but 46.16 is only for developers?

[Andre Klapper]

Just to clarify: 1.2009.42-11 is the latest publically available version currently.

[tecnophone]

Just to clarify: 1.2009.42-11 is the latest publically available version currently.

Ok! thanks a lot!

[christexaport]

NSU will update only if there is a version newer than the one installed on the device.

Are you using XP? It may be simpler to just flash directly. Its simple and takes less than 5 minutes.

1. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/maemo-dev-env-downloads.php) and install Flasher (maemo_flasher-3.5_2.5.2.2.exe).
2. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/nokia_N900.php) the firmware file and Save to 'c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5\'
3. Open the command prompt. Start + Run. Type cmd and press Enter.
4. Change directory to the flasher program.
cd "c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5"
5. Connect USB cable while pressing 'u' key (details on the wiki (https://wiki.maemo.org/Updating_the_tablet_firmware))
6. Run the command on windows is
flasher-3.5.exe -F RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_PR_COMBINED_MR0_ARM.bin -f -R


I'm using Vista Premium, and this isn't working for me. When I execute the last part, it does nothing and puts me where I was before the final code...

[christexaport]

Thanks to Jiiv, who helped me over the phone. Helps to have local Maemo heads in the midst, and a good Linux Live USB drive. XTerminal saved the day...

[The_Solutor]

I'm using Vista Premium, and this isn't working for me. When I execute the last part, it does nothing and puts me where I was before the final code...

AFAIK it doesent't works in vista or seven.

I flashed the device in xp mode under Seven x64 and it worked perfectly.

[Rushmore]

Are we stuck to the same update process for standard FW updates, or is that process more "automated" by just using the device?

Kind of lame the Flash process will not work with Vista or 7.

[sjgadsby]

Are we stuck to the same update process for standard FW updates, or is that process more "automated" by just using the device?

Full flashing from a computer is intended as a rescue mechanism. Normally, updates will be made available via Seamless Software Update (SSU) (http://wiki.maemo.org/Seamless_Software_Update).

Your N900 will notify you of an update when one becomes available, just as it does for application updates. You may initiate the update process immediately or, if you prefer, ignore it for the moment and wait until your phone is, say, fully charged and on a good WiFi connection.

The process is:
A blinking notification--the same as appears when application updates are available--appears in the status area of your N900.
Tapping the notification opens the Application Manager which automatically shows the available update. (Should you decide to hold off on installing the update for any reason--busy, low battery, on expensive data connection, etc.--you can close Application Manager. The SSU will remain waiting in the "Update" area of Application Manager until you're ready.)
Tap the update to begin the download and installation process.
Your N900 will prompt you to make a new backup of your data and settings just in case. Making a backup may be skipped, should you want to throw caution to the wind.
Your N900 will close all open applications.
Your N900 will download the update.
Your N900 will automatically install the update.
Your N900 may reboot.
Done.

[archebyte]

AFAIK it doesent't works in vista or seven.

I flashed the device in xp mode under Seven x64 and it worked perfectly.

can you post the steps?

AFAIK, in terms of Windows support, the case seems to be,
Supported: XP, XP64, 7 x64
Not-Supported: Vista, Vista Premium, 7 (x32)

If it works on 7 (x64), I reckon it should work on 7 (x32)

[rob_27685]

I've downloaded something and basically messed my N900 up, the screen is jumpy and only part of it is displayed at certian times, will doing a Nokia software update through my PC fix this? I uninstalled all software that I downloaded today but that hasnt helped.

[rob_27685]

In addition, I have windows 7 but could have access to an XP laptop if it would solve my problem?

[everon3336]

hey guys i have the biggest problem/ challenge.

my N900 won't turn on. it keeps saying "installing software update, please do not interrupt" and then to the nokia screen and restart. then goes all over again, and again.

i tried flashing it on with windows XP, but when i run: (Flasher-3.5 -f RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_pr_combined_MRO_ARM.bin -f -r)

it Replies

FLasher-3.5: option requires an argument --r

i tried is several times

but wait thats not all.
after disconnecting the pone and reattach it it does not go to command mode. every time i connect the charger or pc cable it turns automatacly on and keeps updating and restarting

[everon3336]

P.s.

the phone began doing this after i was uninstalling few software.

[JereHakala]

hey guys i have the biggest problem/ challenge.

my N900 won't turn on. it keeps saying "installing software update, please do not interrupt" and then to the nokia screen and restart. then goes all over again, and again.

i tried flashing it on with windows XP, but when i run: (Flasher-3.5 -f RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_pr_combined_MRO_ARM.bin -f -r)

it Replies

FLasher-3.5: option requires an argument --r

i tried is several times

but wait thats not all.
after disconnecting the pone and reattach it it does not go to command mode. every time i connect the charger or pc cable it turns automatacly on and keeps updating and restarting

Did you do exactly like this, with the capitalized letters etc?
flasher-3.5 -F <FIASCO image> -f -R
so
flasher-3.5 -F RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_pr_combined_MRO_ARM.bin -f -R

[everon3336]

I'm not sure if my first "f" was a capital.
but now i can't do it because i can't enter command mode

[Rob1n]

Sounds like you need to charge the battery externally (another compatible phone or a desktop battery charger).

[everon3336]

But does any one knows an other way to go into flashing mode

[Rob1n]

The only way to go into flashing mode is to hold down the 'u' key while the phone is off, then plug it into the USB port. If the phone is continually rebooting when plugged into the USB port (or when powered on), that usually (well, in every case I've seen) indicates that the battery is too low for it to even enter the recharge mode, so the battery needs to be charged externally first, before retrying.

[everon3336]

Ok tnx. i will try that

[everon3336]

i have charge the battery, but when i run the flasher is says, "suitable USB device not found, waiting.

[Rob1n]

i have charge the battery, but when i run the flasher is says, "suitable USB device not found, waiting.

Which version of XP do you have? I had the same issue with mine here (SP2 only - apparently SP3 is required), and ended up using a bootable Linux CD to flash it.

[everon3336]

ohh, i'm using sp2, i'm going to try with virtual umbuntu.

[Fhernd]

Someone can prepare a video about this process? Thanks.

[wow4life]

hi im new to this but im in need of help i did all the steps i was ment to do to reset my n900 but no matter how long i push "u"it dose not go into rd mode at all it just keeps switching on and off till the battery gose ....HELP HELP HELP thanks:confused::mad::(

[bkkick]

I NEED HELP.. please help me.. :( yesterday I played with my n900 and was into the filebox app and then i happened deleted some dictionaries and today when i reboot the n900 it didnt work normal... and i tried to hard reset it which i have did it manny times.
I tried to flash firmware and it worked but when i tried to flash MMC it didnt work.. :(
I tried a lot of times to flash both firmware and MMC, but MMC doesnt reflash... i found out that when i try to flash MMC and when I press enter to start flashing, the usb logo dissappears on the n900 screen and that happens everytime i try to flash the MMC.. can you tell me what the problem could be please... I need help please.. :( :(

[bkkick]

wow what a maemo community.. no1 is there to help me.. WTF!?

[casketizer]

You really think posting this same stuff into 5 or more threads will help you?

[bkkick]

You really think posting this same stuff into 5 or more threads will help you?


Becouse i never got any answer or help... so i was thinking to ask for help in other threads.. i really need help.. :(

[m2n900]

Hello

Thanks a lot for your blog.... your solution has been untill now the closest solution that I tried to fixed my nokia n900 that caught a virus the day before yesterday

I have flashed my n900 before without any trouble, but this time im going trought a really hard time, dont know why?

the cdm keeps telling me that the device us not recognized usb?

i tried like a mention your solution... Repeat every steps a few times already, but in still a little stuck

1.- so... i uninstalled the OVI, PC suit, Software Updater, un case they are making a conflict.
2.- Unistall the cable driver, and run again the cmd, in -i mode to see the conection come up...
3.- with the device manager open, saw a few things: Disk drives show: SD1 Device witch I think is the nokia n900 under flash mode (i think this is the problem)
4.- plug the n900 holding the u, windows new hardware appear, i ignore it as advised.
5.- installed the cable driver that i downloaded from your link, a notice came up from this procedure during install, i ignore it as well, and finished the instalation. all god untill now.
6.- ? Nokia n900 (update mode) appear under network adapter with the question mark... all good untill now. command still in waitting...
7.- i did bought, cancel in one ocacion the windows new hardware windown, and the other time when trought with the offer to find driver... bought times happed the same:
looks for NOKIA USB ROOM DRIVER, BUT DOESNT INSTALLLED IT ANYWHARE, but the 2 drivers that get installed are: Nokia BB5 ADL PARENT, AND LOADER OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT....
8.- for a second the cdm recognizes the device!!!.. and this comes up:
usb devoces found at bus bus-0, device address \\.\libus0-0001--0x0421-0x0105
found device rx-51 hardware revision 2101
nolo version 1-4-14
version of 'sw-release': rx-51_2009SE_20.2010.36-2.002_PR_002
Booting device into flash mode
suitable usb device not found

that is all......

JUST AS I WAS FINISHING!!!... damm..... close....

Am I missing a step? making any mistakes?

I will really APPRECIATE YOUR HELP!!!!... i live in a litthe town in Ecuador, Ibarra... very charming, but TECH FREE ZONE!!.. so I have to fixed this myself!!!!...

Thanks a lot for your time and help...

M2.

NSU will update only if there is a version newer than the one installed on the device.

Are you using XP? It may be simpler to just flash directly. Its simple and takes less than 5 minutes.

1. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/maemo-dev-env-downloads.php) and install Flasher (maemo_flasher-3.5_2.5.2.2.exe).
2. Download (http://tablets-dev.nokia.com/nokia_N900.php) the firmware file and Save to 'c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5\'
3. Open the command prompt. Start + Run. Type cmd and press Enter.
4. Change directory to the flasher program.
cd "c:\Program Files\maemo\flasher-3.5"
5. Connect USB cable while pressing 'u' key (details on the wiki (https://wiki.maemo.org/Updating_the_tablet_firmware))
6. Run the command on windows is
flasher-3.5.exe -F RX-51_2009SE_1.2009.42-11_PR_COMBINED_MR0_ARM.bin -f -R

[m2n900]

Hello

Thanks a lot for your blog.... your solution has been untill now the closest solution that I tried to fixed my nokia n900 that caught a virus the day before yesterday

I have flashed my n900 before without any trouble, but this time im going trought a really hard time, dont know why?

the cdm keeps telling me that the device us not recognized usb?

i tried like a mention your solution... Repeat every steps a few times already, but in still a little stuck

1.- so... i uninstalled the OVI, PC suit, Software Updater, un case they are making a conflict.
2.- Unistall the cable driver, and run again the cmd, in -i mode to see the conection come up...
3.- with the device manager open, saw a few things: Disk drives show: SD1 Device witch I think is the nokia n900 under flash mode (i think this is the problem)
4.- plug the n900 holding the u, windows new hardware appear, i ignore it as advised.
5.- installed the cable driver that i downloaded from your link, a notice came up from this procedure during install, i ignore it as well, and finished the instalation. all god untill now.
6.- ? Nokia n900 (update mode) appear under network adapter with the question mark... all good untill now. command still in waitting...
7.- i did bought, cancel in one ocacion the windows new hardware windown, and the other time when trought with the offer to find driver... bought times happed the same:
looks for NOKIA USB ROOM DRIVER, BUT DOESNT INSTALLLED IT ANYWHARE, but the 2 drivers that get installed are: Nokia BB5 ADL PARENT, AND LOADER OR SOMETHING LIKE THAT....
8.- for a second the cdm recognizes the device!!!.. and this comes up:
usb devoces found at bus bus-0, device address \\.\libus0-0001--0x0421-0x0105
found device rx-51 hardware revision 2101
nolo version 1-4-14
version of 'sw-release': rx-51_2009SE_20.2010.36-2.002_PR_002
Booting device into flash mode
suitable usb device not found

that is all......

JUST AS I WAS FINISHING!!!... damm..... close....

Am I missing a step? making any mistakes?

I will really APPRECIATE YOUR HELP!!!!... i live in a litthe town in Ecuador, Ibarra... very charming, but TECH FREE ZONE!!.. so I have to fixed this myself!!!!...

Thanks a lot for your time and help...

M2.

Thanks to Jiiv, who helped me over the phone. Helps to have local Maemo heads in the midst, and a good Linux Live USB drive. XTerminal saved the day...

[bkkick]

I NEED HELP.. please help me.. yesterday I played with my n900 and was into the filebox app and then i happened deleted some dictionaries and today when i reboot the n900 it didnt work normal... and i tried to hard reset it which i have did it manny times.
I tried to flash firmware and it worked but when i tried to flash MMC it didnt work..
I tried a lot of times to flash both firmware and MMC, but MMC doesnt reflash... i found out that when i try to flash MMC and when I press enter to start flashing, the usb logo dissappears on the n900 screen and that happens everytime i try to flash the MMC.. can you tell me what the problem could be please... I need help please..

Anyone there to help me...?

[bkkick]

Thanks for your help loser maemo community!! I really didnt expect you to ignore someone whos into a big problem and need your help!! again thanks losers! I managed it myself after going through the whole f@cking internet search!