Unlock Bootloader on Asus Transformer TF101
How to Unlock Bootloader on Asus Transformer Bootloader is a code that runs when we turn on your device. This code initiates some hardware and the kernel and ramdisk and gets the boot procedure going. So this procedure is known as Bootloader. A similar method applies to all the Laptops, PC, Smartphones and any such gadget. Each Android OEM producers bolt the bootloader despite the fact that it is an Open Source. So, you cannot install any custom ROM without unlocking the bootloader. So the smartphone manufacturer created a policy that Unlocked Bootloader device will void the warranty. They need you to stay with the Stock ROM. In this post, we will tell you how to unlock Bootloader on Asus Transformer. We have given a step by step tutorial for the same.
Many users like to customize their phones to make it more interesting. Almost all the Asus devices come with bootloader locked, so if you want to install any custom ROM or custom recovery you need to Unlock Bootloader on Asus Transformer TF101.
If you consider the fact that this device is relatively new, you can get the idea of how much time will be needed by the developers to craft new ROMs for this device. However, you can still unlock your device and then try to root it. Unlocking the bootloader of your device is the first step towards successfully rooting a device. It allows you to customize the functions, unbrick the device and gain more control of your device. Unlock Bootloader on Asus Transformer TF101.
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Pre-Requisites
- Follow this guide carefully or else it may lead to brick your device.
- Unlocking Bootloader may wipe your data. Better take a full backup.
- Maintain at least 50-60% of charging to prevent accidental shutdown.
Downloads
Steps to Unlock Bootloader on Asus Transformer TF101
- Download the ASUS Unlock Tool App from the above download link.
- Save the downloaded app in your device
- Now, Enable Unknown Sources in Settings –> Security –> Unknown Sources to install apk files.
- Now install the ASUS Unlock Tool from File Manager.
- After installation, Open the ASUS Unlock Tool App.
- You will See prompt to accept the EULA. Read the EULA, scroll to the bottom, tap “I have read and agree…”, and tap on “OK”.
- Read the Notice again. Check the Agree Box and tap on Press to unlock your device.
- You use any Password or PIN to your device. On next screen enter your password or PIN to continue. (Only for Password or PIN users) and Tap OK.
- After clicking OK your device will automatically reboot.
- Done! Your device has successfully unlocked the bootloader.
Now Install TWRP Recovery on Asus Transformer TF101.
How To Install TWRP Recovery on Asus Transformer TF101
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So, today we told you how to unblock Bootloader Asus Transformer. Hope this article is helpful. Comment down below if you have any doubts.
Ian Hill says
Hi there downloaded the unlock-er and followed the instructions but get the message “This device model is not supported” I am trying to unlock Asus TF 101 Build no IML74K)_epad – 9.2.1.27-20120615 any help would be appreciated
Peet says
Same as me…
Any idea?
My device: ASUS TF 101 Build no IML74K_WW_epad-9.2.1.27-20120615
Jean says
Hello, they gave me an asus tf101 tablet and already and tried to unlock the recovery mode and I don’t know what to do, I installed the application to unlock root the table but I don’t know what else to do and I searched in different forums and I don’t see a solution, only that the tablet has an apx mode. Can somebody help me. It is a good tablet and I do not want to rule it out since it comes with the included dock, it is like new
Pierre says
I have exactly the same issue.. i’m unable to unlock the bootloader or to install a custom recovery..
NewStranger says
I got the same problem. Not able to unlock the bootloader. The unlock app says ““This device model is not supported””.
Qëndrim Izairi says
Same to me, device model not supported
saber says
moi aussi le même message
Andrea says
Same issue exactly. My device is a TF101G with the last Ice Cream Sandwich 4.0.3 OTA upgrade that went on air from Asus, before they stopped supporting the device.
Kernel version 2.6.39.4, android@Mercury #1
Build Number IML74K.WW_epas-9.2.2.6-20120525.
I have done a Factory Reset and no apps are installed except the pre-installed ones.
Musaeb says
This device is not support