How to Root the HTC Inspire

Step-by-Step Guide

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   Step 1: Close any antivirus programs running on your Windows-based PC.

   Some antivirus programs can interfere with rooting, or recognize the East Ace Root Tool program as a type of malware.
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   Step 2: Uninstall HTC Sync Manager from your computer

   The HTC Sync Manager may interfere with the rooting process when your HTC Inspire is connected to your computer.
   
   Click on “Start” and select “Control Panel.” The Control Panel window will display on-screen.
   
   Click on “Uninstall or change a program,” or “Add / Remove Programs,” depending on your version of Windows.
   
   Click on “HTC Sync Manager,” then click on “Uninstall” or “Change / Remove.” Windows will uninstall HTC Sync Manager from your computer., Rooting your HTC Inspire will wipe all personal data from the device.
   
   Sync your personal data with Google’s servers, copy files and folders to your computer, or use a third-party cloud storage app from Google Play Store to back up your data. ,,, This file contains the rooting software needed for the HTC Inspire. ,,, This file contains updated HTC Inspire drivers for your computer. ,,,,,,,, The Easy Ace Root Tool will guide you through the rooting process. , Your device will now be rooted and ready for use.
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   Step 3: if applicable.

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   Step 4: Back up all personal information you want saved on your HTC Inspire to another location.

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   Step 5: Navigate to the XDA Developers website at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2169518.

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   Step 6: Scroll to the “Downloads” section in the first post and click on the link next to “EasyAceRootTool_21112013.” You will be redirected to the Dev Host file-sharing service website.

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   Step 7: Select the option to download the Easy Ace Root Tool .zip file to your desktop.

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   Step 8: Right-click on the .zip file and select the option to extract the files.

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   Step 9: Open the “tools” folder

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    Step 10: ” then open the “winddrivers” folder.

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    Step 11: Double-click on the “HTC Drivers” .exe file.

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    Step 12: Follow the on-screen prompts to install the required drivers on your Windows PC.

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    Step 13: Tap on Menu and select “Settings” on your HTC Inspire.

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    Step 14: Tap on “Applications

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    Step 15: ” then tap on “Development.”

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    Step 16: Place a checkmark next to “USB debugging.”

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    Step 17: Connect the HTC Inspire to your computer using a USB cable.

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    Step 18: Wait for the computer to recognize your device and install any necessary drivers.

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    Step 19: Right-click on the file named “EasyAceRoot.cmd” and select “Run as administrator.”

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    Step 20: Follow the on-screen prompts to finishing rooting your device.

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    Step 21: Wait for the Easy Ace Root Tool to inform you rooting is complete

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    Step 22: then disconnect the HTC Inspire from your computer.

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