Install Nexus September 2016 Android 7.0 Nougat & Marshmallow Security Patch [NRD90U/NRD90R/S]

Google has now begun the September 6, 2016, AOSP security level patch OTA update for the beloved Nexus range. This AOSP update can be classified into Android 7.0 Nougat0- for the premium Nexus 5X, 9, etc. and the Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow- for the Nexus range which did not receive the official Nougat update last month. The firmware build number has now been updated to NRD90R or NRD90S for the Nougat OS and MOB31E for the Marshmallow. This is still Android version 7.0.0 and not the Android 7.0.1 or even the v7.1, which was falsely claimed by many other Android news blogs. However, Google has now planned to release two new devices named Google Pixel and the Pixel XL which were formerly claimed to be Nexus Marlin and Sailfish. Both these devices are manufactured by HTC. The Google Pixel series is reported to be launched with Android 7.1 Nougat on October 4. UPDATE: Google has now listed the Android 7.0 Nougat based NRD90U firmware build for Nexus 6P – both OTA and Factory Image.

Here we have listed various OTA and factory image updates for your Nexus. Now, as we said, the update is divided into Android Nougat and Marshmallow AOSP builds. The Nexus 5X, for instance, received the AOSP build NRD90S whereas Nexus 9 (WiFi), Pixel C, and the Nexus Player are being updated to NRD90R. All of which are based on Nougat. On the other hand, the Nexus 5, 6, 9(LTE), etc. are being updated to MOB31E based on Marshmallow. Moreover, Nexus 7 LTE & WiFi received builds MOB30X. Now even though Nexus 6P has been updated to Android 7.0 Nougat, Google has not yet updated the OTdownloadod repository page for the 6P new Android Nougat build. Instead, it shows Android 6.0.1 based MTC20L Marshmallow build. Apparently, the users have a choice to update to the newer build. If you are looking for the Nougat OTA for 6P, then check out our previous post on offical Nougat release.

What’s new with the September 2016 Nougat & Marshmallow update for Nexus?

Not much is know about the update currently, as Google has not yet updated the developer page. So keep an eye on the security bulletin page to know what’s new with the September security patch. Though, it should bring some bug fixes and stability improvements along with the removal of vulnerability issues, after al its called a security patch.

Download OTA for September 2016 security patch for Nexus

If for some reason you have not received the updates over-the-air using Google FOTA service, then here is the September OTA round up for you.

OTA updates for Nexus Android 7.0 Nougat Setember 5, 2016, Security Patches:

• Google Nexus 5 – MOB30Y to 6.0.1 (MOB31E)
• Google Nexus 5X – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90S)
• Google Nexus 6 – MOB30W to 6.0.1 (MOB31E)
• Google Nexus 6P – MTC20F to 6.0.1 (MTC20L) to 7.0 (NRD90U)
• Google Nexus 7 2013 WiFi – MOB30X to 6.0.1 (MOB30X)
• Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE – MOB30X to 6.0.1 (MOB30X)
• Google Nexus 9 WiFi – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90R)
• Google Nexus 9 LTE – MOB30W to 6.0.1 (MOB31E)
• Google Nexus Player – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90R)
• Google Pixel C – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90R)

Download the OTA updates from here.

How to install Nougat September 2016 AOSP security patch on Nexus via OTA zip files?

The OTA updates can be installed directly with the stock recovery or using the ADB sideload method. however, you ned to setup the ADB and Fastboot environment on your PC. Fortunately, we already have the tutorials ready for it. Take a look at how to install OTA updates manually on Nexus devices and also get more OTA update files. The OTA updates may or may not work for those who have rooted, modified the system heavily or installed a TWRP recovery onto their device. Hence, if you are looking forward to flashing the OTA on with TWRP recovery, it is highly recommended that you back up.

Download Factory Image for September 2016 Nexus security patch

Android 7.0 Nougat Factory images for Nexus- September 2016 AOSP update:

• Google Nexus 5 – MOB30Y to 6.0.1 (MOB31E)
• Google Nexus 5X – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90S)
• Google Nexus 6 – MOB30W to 6.0.1 (MOB31E)
• Google Nexus 6P – MTC20F to 6.0.1 (MTC20L) to 7.0 (NRD90U)
• Google Nexus 7 2013 WiFi – MOB30X to 6.0.1 (MOB30X)
• Google Nexus 7 2013 LTE – MOB30X to 6.0.1 (MOB30X)
• Google Nexus 9 WiFi – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90R)
• Google Nexus 9 LTE – MOB30W to 6.0.1 (MOB31E)
• Google Nexus Player – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90R)
• Google Pixel C – NRD90M to 7.0.0 (NRD90R)

Download the Factory Images from here.

How to install September 2016 AOSP security patch on Nexus via Factory Image?

To install the August 2016 security patches/updates on your Nexus device, you can flash the factory images and restore your device to complete stock. We have the factory image flash tutorial for the nexus devices. It is simple and all the required tools are available there. Check out how to install Factory Images on Nexus devices (or go to this tutorial )

If you have missed the previous updates for some reason then head over to the following tutorial.

Download August 2016 Security Updates- OTA and Factory Images For Nexus Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow.

How to root Nexus on latest Android 7.0.0 Nougat September security patch level?

There are actually 3 ways to root the Android 7.0 Nougat firmware. Checkout out the tutorial on how to root the firmware: 3 tested ways to root Nexus running latest Android 7.0 Nougat. You may also like to check out the latest systemless SuperSU 2.78 to root your Nexus device on the latest Marshmallow update and still retain the functionality of applying OTA updates as well as Android Pay.

Also, check out how to flash the new official Xposed Framework v86 and the unofficial systemless Xposed v86.2 -which serve similar functionality to that of SuperSU 2.78. Like and share us on social media. For queries, comment down.

Download & Install Android 7.0 Nougat September Security patch NRD90U/ NRD90R/NRD90S/MTC20L/MOB31E/MOB30X for Nexus 5X/6P/6/5/7/9/Player/Pixel C.