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Original thread can be found in the WIKI here
XDADeveloperWiki - Hermes_Upgrade For Beginners A Quick Introduction to upgrading your Hermes ROM
There are several ROM upgrades available for the Hermes, you can find them in the
Shipped Complete Updates wiki page, be sure to read the notes on this page before you start the ROM upgrade.
Please do NOT ask which is the best ROM for you, the Hermes upgrading forum is flooded with this question and we can't really give you an answer: a ROM upgrade is only as good as the comments it has received from the users on the forums, see the top right column of the
Shipped Complete Updates table for each ROM's forum link.
Before Running the ROM Upgrade Utility
Before you run the ROM Upgrade Utility (RUU), make sure you check and do the following first:
- <LI class="tightenable bottom">DO NOT ATTEMPT TO UPGRADE YOUR ROM UNTIL YOU MAKE YOURSELF AWARE OF THE DANGERS AND HOW TO MINIMISE THEM (see HardSPL and also Update Rom using MicroSD card). MANY, MANY PEOPLE HAVE MADE THEIR PHONES UNUSABLE (BRICKS) AND HAD TO PAY LARGE AMOUNTS OF CASH TO GET THEM REPAIRED. Read the relevant threads on the WIKI and forum. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">USB sync cable is connected to the computer. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">The standby and hibernation modes are disabled on the computer. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">All running applications on the computer have been closed. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">USB sync cable is connected to the phone to establish an ActiveSync connection with the computer. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">Do not interact with your device unless instructed to do so. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">Make sure your PC is stable and there are no breaks in your USB connection (i.e bad USB port) as this will result in a 'bricked' (dead) device.
- If you have questions read the Upgrading FAQs.
General Procedure on Installing the ROM Update - <LI class="tightenable bottom">Back up your personal data from the phone to your computer using ActiveSync if you want to ensure you don’t lose any of your data. <LI class="tightenable top bottom">On your computer, run the ROM Update Utility (RUU) to install the ROM update to your phone. (The next section provides a detailed procedure on how to install the ROM Update). <LI class="tightenable top bottom">Restore your personal data back to your phone using ActiveSync. (Optional)
- If you have questions read the Upgrading FAQs
How to Install the ROM Update - <LI class=tightenable>On the Welcome Screen, click Next to begin the ROM update installation.
<LI class=tightenable>On the next screen, follow the listed instructions in the dialog box first. When you are done, click Next to proceed.
Note: You should read and follow all the instructions listed before clicking Next.
<LI class=tightenable>The following message will then be displayed, indicating that the utility is verifying and acquiring information about the device as preparation for the update process. Wait for this verification process to finish.
<LI class=tightenable>Current information about the device, such as the model ID, image version and language will then be displayed. Click Update to proceed.
<LI class=tightenable>Below the device information, information about the new ROM update will then be displayed. If you are certain that you want to install the phone with the new ROM update, click Next to proceed.
<LI class=tightenable>A confirmation message then appears and shows the length of time it will take to copy the necessary files (including radio image) to the device. Click Next to begin the update.
A progress bar will run through the screen during the update process.
Note: In the middle of the update process, the progress bar may stop running. This is normal as the RUU is adjusting itself to complete the update process automatically.
- When you see the screen below, it means update is complete. Click Finish to exit the utility.
Having trouble Installing your ROM update? - <LI class="tightenable bottom">Read the Common Upgrade Problems
- Read the Upgrading Frequently Asked Questions