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    Installing UT on N5 stuck in boot loop

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        rocket2nfinity @jjconstr
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        @jjconstr if you tried

        adb devices and fastboot devices, the device is not getting far enough to be able to do the adb reboot recovery command. In that case, it is likely your power switch that is the problem

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          jjconstr @rocket2nfinity
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          @rocket2nfinity Ok, the power switch is on order. I check the videos and go that route when the switch arrives. I bought a hot air gun and a micro solder kit for such an occurrence, so will be good to go. Thanks for troubleshooting it. It was impressive.
          Good night,
          jjconstr

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            rocket2nfinity @jjconstr
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            @jjconstr You're welcome. Ask away if you run into trouble when you do the switch install

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              hammerhead
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              After you do the switch install, try

              fastboot devices
              

              again.
              You should see something like

              List of devices attached
              01a819eb0c59b252	device
              

              If so, then open ubports-installer and follow the instructions. Select "Select device manually", then "Nexus 5". From here on, install as normal.

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                jjconstr @rocket2nfinity
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                @rocket2nfinity will do. Thanks again for the troubleshooting.

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                  jjconstr @hammerhead
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                  @hammerhead Thanks for the commands. Can't wait to run them.

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                    cela @jjconstr
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                     I have new batteries, does anyone know how difficult they are to replace? Someone said the charge port is a bear. Or might the battery be ok, just need a long term charge?
                    > Would appreciate any input at all.
                    > Thanks,
                    > jjconstr
                    

                    Did you swap the battery at all? I bought a 2nd Hand Nexus 5 with a boot loop and fixed it by swapping out the battery only and the battery is a lot easier to replace than the power switch. Almost no tools required just fingernails and a small cross head screwdriver. i would try that first, if you haven't already and save the power switch if you need it 😉

                    2x UBported Nexus 5 LG-D821

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                      jjconstr @cela
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                      @cela Hey! Amazing! I'll try that while waiting for the switch. I have new batteries. Did you need to use heat on the back of the phone to get it loose? I've seen that little guitar pick like thing they use on some phones to loosen the back.
                      Thank you!
                      jjconstr

                      Swapping the battery didn't fix the bootloop. But it was worth a try. Thanks!

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                        Lakotaubp @jjconstr
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                        @jjconstr Take your time and loosen round the battery a bit at a time with, yes something like the guitar pick thing.

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                          cela @jjconstr
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                          @jjconstr Don't apply any heat, the battery is just fixed with the Goldilocks amount of glue, just ease it up gently.
                          Ifixit is good for tear downs.
                          https://www.ifixit.com/Teardown/Nexus+5+Teardown/19016

                          hmm.. the forum could do with a hardware fix and repair section.

                          2x UBported Nexus 5 LG-D821

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                            jjconstr @cela
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                            @cela
                            Thanks for the tips. They were helpful. I didn't have to check youtube. I used my fingernail to remove the back, took out some screws I didn't need to, lifted the battery connector and then the battery. Putting a new battery in didn't correct the boot loop though. I also poked and prodded the switch to see if it would loosen up and work. No deal. Looks like there is a small pin or shaft that the button pushes on when depressed. It doesn't look like it moves at this point.

                            I appreciate your help!
                            Thank you,
                            jjconstr

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                              cela @jjconstr
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                              @jjconstr said in Installing UT on N5 stuck in boot loop:

                              @cela
                              Thanks for the tips. They were helpful. I didn't have to check youtube. I used my fingernail to remove the back, took out some screws I didn't need to, lifted the battery connector and then the battery. Putting a new battery in didn't correct the boot loop though. I also poked and prodded the switch to see if it would loosen up and work. No deal. Looks like there is a small pin or shaft that the button pushes on when depressed. It doesn't look like it moves at this point.

                              I appreciate your help!
                              Thank you,
                              jjconstr

                              I guess I was one of lucky 1% that swapping out the battery worked for.

                              Careful with the hot gun and shield any parts that might melt when you swap the switch, those switches are so tiny good luck.

                              2x UBported Nexus 5 LG-D821

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