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Did I brick my Razr2?
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Posted by: kylehaig

Trying to unbrand my phone I used the Telstar software. Tried to brand it to the AT&T custom one that's floating around and it sticks in bootloader with RSD Lite 4.1. But this time bootloader flashed saying low battery, could not program. Bootloader doesn't come up when it's plugged into my computer now but it does when it's plugged into the wall. If anyone could offer some advice I'd be really appreciative.
Thanks

Posted by: kylehaig

updated.. sounds like my battery has all of a sudden stopped holding a charge?
as soon as taking it off the wall charger and hooking it up to the pc it will just turn off

Posted by: USSS

Your phone may not be permanently bricked.

But in its current state, your phone will not charge the battery. In order to attempt to fix your phone, you will need to charge the battery, either using another phone that uses the same battery or a standalone desktop charger.

Once your battery has been fully recharged, you can attempt to reflash the phone using either a backup or an MP (MonsterPack) suitable for your phone.

When you anticipate doing a lot of modding and/or flashing, ALWAYS have a fully-charged battery AND a spare battery on hand, in case the first one discharges completely.

Bonus tip: Do NOT pull the battery out of your phone while it is connected to your PC with the USB cable. You could irreparably damage the motherboard.

Posted by: kylehaig

I ordered a new battery.. and I was almost positive the battery was fully charged. In RSD 4.1 it was almost done and it was rebooting my phone. The status changed to, manually restart the phone and that's what has happened since. So do you think by getting a new battery it will solve my problem (or the standalone charger that you suggested as well)
Thanks for the reply

Posted by: USSS

Well, the new battery will certainly enable you to reflash your phone. And your original battery is probably still functional, too. It's just that the charging circuitry in your phone won't work until the firmware is repaired.

Having the spare battery and/or the standalone charger is always good investment, no matter what kind of phone you have. (I have a Maxx V6.)

FWIW, I have had better luck using Flash&Backup3. I've used RSD Lite only a couple of times with mixed results. F&B3 is every bit worth the $10 it costs.

Posted by: kylehaig

okay thanks.. I'm going to look into it. I only used RSD because it looked easier. I just ordered a stand alone charger for my razr as well, $20 for a battery and charger off fleabay.. woot. I'll probably be pm'ing you on how to use that program soon if you don't mind
Thanks so much for your replies, it has been a CRAP night because of this

Posted by: glorfingal

I've seen warnings about RSD 4.1 else where (apparently there are patches to fix it's
bugs) - I only ever use 3.9 - works fine with my V3 and Razr2 V8

Posted by: kylehaig

received my battery today and flashed it with the telstra firmware since its the only thing that works!
Thanks!

Posted by: djdownhill

Once you flash to the Telstra Monsterpack you can't go back to anyother Monsterpack. Your stuck with the Telstra Monsterpack now hence the reason you bricked.

Posted by: USSS

Hmm...just curious: was the Telstra MP always sticky? I'm working with a user who complained about the same issue on another forum.

Posted by: djdownhill

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Originally Posted by USSS

Hmm...just curious: was the Telstra MP always sticky? I'm working with a user who complained about the same issue on another forum.

It must be as everyone I know that has used it can not go back..

Posted by: USSS

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Originally Posted by djdownhill

It must be as everyone I know that has used it can not go back..

Thanks, guess I'll have to break the bad news to the guy I'm trying to help.