Thread: Mediabox trashed my N800, won't boot
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2008-01-07 , 06:37
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Originally Posted by DJames1 View Post
I wouldn't want to make any assumptions, but Nokia says to disconnect the charger during flashing. Since the charger triggers a software routine in the O/S, I assume that may be because it could interfere with the flashing process.

I think it's likely that the charger does provide power throughout the flashing process if connected, but it's also quite possible that it doesn't, and there's no way to know for sure.
Ok, here's the catch: plugging in the charger in a device that is off will turn it on, so you are supposed to have already connected the usb cable and started the flasher program _before_ plugging in the charger.
But, when the charger is plugged in, it will provide power to the device.

If the instructions are stating anything else, please file a bug @ maemo.org, because they are bogus.

Any statement about the battery having to be charged before starting the flashing procedure is relevant only when the charger is not used.