Root More Root/ROM info

[Jason Pedersen]

So in all my question asking and information seeking on everything I can about this amazing phone, I kept a log of the pertinent information and links regarding Root and ROM installation. This doesn't really seem like a TON of info, but it felt like it took forever to find some of it. I hope by posting this here it'll help others find information all in one handy place.

Get into Recovery Mode:

1. Power phone off
2. Hold down Volume Up and Volume Down with thumbs
3. Hold down power button until Vibrant logo appears

Get into Download Mode:

1. open the phone and pull out the battery
2. Connect usb to pc and not the phone
3. hold both volume buttons down while inserting battery
4. plug usb into phone itself DOWNLOAD mode activated , works every time.

Video detailing ROM installation process:


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OCDsAHfoVwc&annotation_id=annotation_19861&feature=iv


Odin Tutorial (use to flash back to stock, files in next link):


http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uGMDycXJ2i0


Recover from Bricks (Contains links to .tar and .pit files):


http://androidforums.com/vibrant-tips-tricks/223806-guide-fixing-bricks-odin-errors.html


and most importantly, the VIBRANT BIBLE:


[REF]***Vibrant Directory(Bible)Rev3.0--Whats a face lift?--***(12/9/2010)*** - xda-developers

I know there are things I'm leaving out (like where to get ROMs); however, nothing is more important than reading, and reading, and reading some more before making changes to your phone. These are expensive devices, so use caution and common sense before doing these things (you've been warned, I'm not responsible for the choices or actions you take).

I also want to thank everyone who's assisted me along the way in learning these things, you've all be a huge help. Thanks!