Thursday, November 3, 2011

[Guide] How to root the Google Galaxy Nexus on Android 4.0 ICS

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The Google Galaxy Nexus is still only available for pre-order but it has already been rooted. The root comes courtesy of MoDaCo and if you interested in rooting your device once you get it the full guide follows.

The developers have really improved the rooting experience with this root and the process is very simple to achieve.

NOTE - The process of rooting may not be supported by the manufacturer and may result in improper operation or bricking of your device. Please make sure you know the risks of rooting before you continue. 

 NOTE - We are not responsible for any damages which may occur from improper rooting process

The step by step process for rooting your Galaxy Nexus on Android 4.0 follows

  • Download the Superboot install package
  • Extract the .zip file to a folder and place that folder on your desktop for easy access
  • Set your device to bootloader mode
    • Turn off your Galaxy Nexus
    • Switch it back on by holding Volume Up + Volume Down at the same time
    • You will be greeted with the bootloader mode screen as shown below

source - MoDaCo

Before proceeding with the root It is important to note that this process will require your bootloaded to be unlocked. If you are using the retail version of the device, the following command will have to be entered to unlock the device:

./fastboot-windows oem unlock

Windows
The Windows Process is quite simple. Plug your device on your computer and double click
install-superboot-windows.bat

 ( to unlock right click and open the bat file with notepad, and add the unlock the code above to the bat file)
Mac
Mac users need to run terminal and navigate to the directory you extracted to your desktop. Once you are there execute the following lines
chmod +x install-superboot-linux.sh
./install-superboot-linux.sh

Linux
users need to run terminal and navigate to the directory you extracted to your desktop. Once you are there execute the following lines
chmod +x install-superboot-linux.sh
./install-superboot-linux.sh
Once you have entered the following commands your Google Galaxy Nexus is fully rooted. If you have any questions you can address them in the comments section below


source - MoDaCo
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