Root Nexus 7 on Android 4.4.4 KTU84P KitKat and Install CWM Recovery

Since the new Android 4.4.4 KTU84P update release on June 19th, 2014 , many users have already updated their devices and with that, you can now root Nexus 7. Rooting your tablet will allow you to install root apps, give you full system access and a lot more. Android 4.4.4 KTU84P KitKat is more of a security fix for the previous Android 4.4.3 which was released around two weeks ago. We will be using the latest SuperSU and CWM Recovery in this tutorial. You can now root Android 4.4.4 KitKat on Nexus 7 2012 and also install ClockworkMod Recovery using the tutorial below.

As you continue reading below, will will guide you through all the steps of how to root Nexus 7 on Android 4.4.4 KTU84P KitKat software update with backup tips and other important points given below that you should keep in mind. Installation of the latest CWM / TWRP Recovery is also part of the tutorial. Let’s continue with the tutorial below.

Disclaimer: All the official firmwares, custom ROMs, software updates, themes, mods, tools, apps, or anything provided in our blog belongs to their respective developers. Most of the custom ROMs we are providing here are from XDA Developers. We (iDroid Horizon) or the respective developers are not responsible if any of our tutorial damage or brick your device. However if you follow our instruction properly, we hope it would not bring you in trouble. If you face any problems with our tutorials, please comment below. We are sure that we can bring your device in original position.

Root Nexus 7 Android 4.4.4 KTU84P Details:

Android 4.4.4 KTU84P was released a few hours ago. This is a security fix for the Nexus family of devices, other than that, there are no announcements or news of anything else added into the latest KitKat software update. A full change log with all the details might get released soon. You can install this Android 4.4.4 update on the Nexus 5 , Nexus 4 , Nexus 7 2013, Nexus 7 2012  and Nexus 10. Like always, we made sure you also get the the root method for Nexus 7 on Android 4.4.4 earliest as possible. It has been given below. This root method will first install ClockworkMod recovery and then install SuperSU using that.

ASUS Nexus 7 USB Drivers

You will need to connect your Android phone with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for ASUS Nexus 7 properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:

Download ASUS Nexus 7 USB drivers!

Backup and some important tips

Done with USB Driver? Good. Now here we go for some work that you must do before installing this firmware. Please follow the important points that you need to take care of, as we don’t want anyone losing their personal data or apps:
Backup your all important data and apps because during any installation of a new custom ROM or Official Firmware , your device will be wiped and cleaned with new operating system. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. Read below for some important tips on how to backup Android data in a easy process:

• Backup your Android Apps : How to Backup Android Apps.
• Backup your SMS messages : Read How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
• Backup Contacts, Gmail and Google Data with Google Sync.
• Backup Call History on Android : How to Backup Call History.
• Backup WhatsApp Messages : How to Backup/Restore WhatsApp Messages on Android.
• Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.

Samsung user can also backup data by using Official Sumsang Kies. If you backup data manually, you will get more options for what to choose from. You can also move your data to other Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy S5 backup data to Google Nexus 10. If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.

Few more important things that you must remember before installing any custom ROMs or Official Firmwares:

• You might face some problems in connecting your Android device to the computer. How to fix? You need to enable USB debugging mode. See here: How to Enable USB Debugging — for Gingerbread, Ice Cream Sandwich and KitKat.

•  Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. This might help you: How to Check Battery Percentage.  Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your phone might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?

• Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on iDroid Horizon are for factory unlocked Android devices. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your device is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the device model or carrier name.

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All set and ready? Good. You can now go for the tutorial below and root Nexus 7 2012 (WiFi) on Android 4.4.4 KTU84P software version.

How to Flash CWM Recovery & Root Nexus 7 on Android 4.4.4

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to root Nexus 7 on Android 4.4.4 KTU84P. If you are used to rooting Google Nexus devices, then this should not be any different for you.

Please read every line carefully and make sure you read the tutorial once before actually performing it on your Android device.

To Remember:

• This root method tutorial is only for Nexus 7 2012 (WiFi). Please don’t try this on any other variants of the tablet.
• Your tablet should be on Android 4.4.4 KTU84P software version.
• Make sure you backup all your data in your phone before proceeding.

Entire Step-By-Step procedure:

Step 1 - Download Android SDK from the Android Developers website and install with USB drivers. See: How to Set Up Android SDK (Fastboot / ADB) on Windows.

Step 2 - Enable USB Debugging mode in your Nexus 7 tablet.

Step 3 - Download Fastboot from the following links depending on your OS and extract it in android-sdk-windows\platform-tools directory. Create directory if not already there.

• Windows: Download here!
• Mac: Download here!
• Linux: Download here!

NOTE: Skip Steps 1, 2, 3 if you already have them.

Step 4 - Download SuperSU v2.00 (UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.00.zip) and copy it to your \sdcard on your Nexus 7 tablet.

Step 5 - Then switch OFF your Nexus 7.

Step 6 - Download CWM Recovery 6.0.4.3 or download TWRP 2.7.1.1 and copy/paste it in the android-sdk-windows\platform-tools directory.

NOTE: You can use any of the two custom recoveries – CWM or TWRP. If one fails to work, try installing the other one and use that.

Step 7 - Now go into Fastboot Mode on Nexus 7. How? Press Volume Down + Power keys for a few seconds till you see some text on the screen. This is Bootloader Mode.

Step 8 - Navigate to android-sdk-windows\platform-tools directory and open Command Prompt (Shift + Right-click > Open Command Prompt).

Step 9 - Type in the following command and press Enter.

fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-touch-6.0.4.3-grouper.img

Step 10 - Once completed, choose RECOVERY from the Fastboot menu and enter Recovery Mode.

Step 11 - Then scroll down to “flash zip from SD card” and press the Power button to select it.

Step 12 - Press the Power button again and select “choose zip from sdcard”.

Step 13 - Now using your volume keys, navigate to the UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.00.zip file that you copied to your SD card and select it using the Power button. Confirm the installation on the next screen and the installation procedure should start now.

Step 14 - After the installation completes, go to “+++++Go Back” and reboot the phone by selecting “reboot system now” from the recovery menu. The phone will boot now.

That’s it. Your Nexus 7 is now rooted on Android 4.4.4 KTU84P software version of KitKat and even has a custom CWM recovery installed. Check for the SuperSU app in your apps list to verify.

To make sure you have correctly installed the above root method and it’s working, verify with Root Checker as given in the link.

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