HTC_CM_Killer

[shaggylive]

::::::just in time for that highly anticipated(and way late) official rom update from sprint.:::::::::::::::::

It is a fully automated cab file to completely remove and replace the stock HTC_CM_Guardian.exe with a dummy file.
it should work on any HTC device, but let me know your mileage.

***Please terminate any active data connection before running***
**this will reboot the phone when finished.

more info; (htc_CM(carrier modifications)_guardian(prevents change)
HTC_CM_Guardian is process locked into stock HTC roms (carrier specific???)
this process appears to only monitor certain registry/phone settings, reverting any change back to factory default.
removing this file is futile as another HTC file will regenerate this one, however if it is replaced with a dummy file the system cannot execute and the watcher thinks it exists.

'Killing' this process saves memory and lets you tweak to your hearts content.

this cab will kill the already running process, replace it with a dummy file, and reboot when finished.

Originally Posted by shaggylive

if you get the message
'R.I.P. HTC_CM_Guardian" followed by a reboot, then my Killer worked.
it should work no matter where you install it, but ymmv.
there is an error message if it does not work.

also uninstalling my cab will not revert the change it makes.

you can uninstall, but the dummy file will remain.
to revert (not sure why) just delete the dummy file from \windows


UPDATE 3/11/10; finally updated to include disabling resproxy. feedback/testing needed.
the CMProxy killer is all inclusive, the cmkiller is left for those who may want it.

update 3-24-10; by all reports the sprint 6.5 rom only needs the reg edit, however replacing the file provides peace of mind. either cab will still work, one does just the cmguardian, and the other does both cmguardian and the resproxy

[quadjacks]

Originally Posted by shaggylive

been meaning to automate this process for a while, so tonight was the night.

fully automated cab file to completely remove and replace the stock HTC_CM_Guardian.exe with a dummy file.

it should work on any HTC device, but let me know your mileage.

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In short, what is this, and what does it do?

[krnfrk6663]

Originally Posted by quadjacks

In short, what is this, and what does it do?

Diddo.. I would like to know too. :P Lol If I knew what the Guardian did/was for, it would help me out.


Edit**
Did some research, and apparently it's the file that resets all your carrier settings back to whatever carrier you have, making it impossible to move networks. (Metro, Cricket, ect.)

[shaggylive]

updated top post

[quadjacks]

Originally Posted by shaggylive

updated top post

Thank you sir for the clarity!!

[Relic]

Nice info, but as far as memory, you'd onnly save 5kb

[kevm14]

Here's a hint...you probably only care about this info if you are trying the new Sprint/HTC TP rom...

[TreyBeno]

Im still a little confused. Maybe its the morning, but what effect does this have on some one running a custom ROM like Mighty's?

[HBOOT]

Dude, one of the obstacle we faced with the new Sprint ROM for TP was the fact that HTC_GUARDIAN was reverting the ICS HACK applied to tether to PAM (phone as a modem) all the time. So instead of fussing with that isht all the time, use the Killa cab....apply ICS , done , go tether...but dont overkill

[jaydee33]

Originally Posted by HB

Dude, one of the obstacle we faced with the new Sprint ROM for TP was the fact that HTC_GUARDIAN was reverting the ICS HACK applied to tether to PAM (phone as a modem) all the time. So instead of fussing with that isht all the time, use the Killa cab....apply ICS , done , go tether...but dont overkill

Now you're speaking a language I understand!