How to ROOT my phone. Confused. - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi,
First of all sorry, i know this might be an "again" thread. but im new to these rooting and etc, which i require some help after reading up most of "rooting" threads and i become confused. Pls advice and give steps on how to root, possible with links to "what downloads require" and etc.
Thanks and appreciations.
Device Info:
Model Number
GT-I9100
Andriod Version
4.0.4
Baseband Version
I9100XXLQ6
Kernel Version:
3.05. 15-1068762
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 29 13:40:41 KST
2012
Build Number
IMM76D.XWLPX
Saw 1 of the thread i also downloaded eMMC check and here's the result.
EMMC Chip
Type: VYL00M
Date: 12/2011
CID: 15010056594c30304d197ae24daacee1
FwRev: 0.19
Brick Bug? (This the problem where i not sure whether i should root phone or not, or rather HOW do i root with this)
YES. Insane Chip

Download a custom kernel like siyah or dorimanx and install it via Odin. That'll provide root access as well as safeguarding you from the emmc bug.
Look around for a guide on how to use Odin.There's a very comprehensive one somewhere on this site.. if you can't find it, I'll post a short tutorial here.
Also you can download siyah from here. www.gokhanmoral.com
Ensure you download the TAR version of siyah 4.1.5 (for the S2)
Hope this helps
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so download the TAR version of it only? i got odin installed previously as i manual update my phone.
and if u dont mind the post, i will be thankful since it would be more situational wise for me. thanks :laugh:

Yeah. TAR version is for installation via Odin, zip for installing using CWM.
if you've used Odin before the process is the same. Too lazy to search? Tut tut.
Here ya go. Coz I'm nice.
The steps involved (credits to chainfire) are as follows:
- (USB) Disconnect your phone from your computer
- Start ODIN
- Click the PDA button, and select the .tar file.
- Put your phone in download mode
- (USB) Connect the phone to your computer
- Make sure repartition is NOT checked
- Click the START button
- Wait for the phone to reboot.
- Done
Ensure you have the correct drivers for your phone before starting Odin. And also that you have disabled KIES. It tends to interfere with Odin
Good luck.
Using the thanks button is preferable to typing out thanks. Easier too.
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HAXTREME said:
Yeah. TAR version is for installation via Odin, zip for installing using CWM.
if you've used Odin before the process is the same. Too lazy to search? Tut tut.
Here ya go. Coz I'm nice.
The steps involved (credits to chainfire) are as follows:
- (USB) Disconnect your phone from your computer
- Start ODIN
- Click the PDA button, and select the .tar file.
- Put your phone in download mode
- (USB) Connect the phone to your computer
- Make sure repartition is NOT checked
- Click the START button
- Wait for the phone to reboot.
- Done
Ensure you have the correct drivers for your phone before starting Odin. And also that you have disabled KIES. It tends to interfere with Odin
Good luck.
Using the thanks button is preferable to typing out thanks. Easier too.
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ok.. so how to disable KIES? and download mode is VOL DOWN + HOME + POWER right?

oh and also will all my apps gone?

rhythmist said:
ok.. so how to disable KIES? and download mode is VOL DOWN + HOME + POWER right?
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Kill the KIES processes via your computer's task manager.
rhythmist said:
oh and also will all my apps gone?
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After flashing a kernel? No.
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HAXTREME said:
Kill the KIES processes via your computer's task manager.
After flashing a kernel? No.
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oh so following the steps u stated. all the stuffs on current phone wont gone and it will be rooted?

rhythmist said:
oh and also will all my apps gone?
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No.
You should have done a bit of research before you muck about with your phone.You know about the potential brickbug,but you should know the basics of recovery/cwm/odin.
If you cant follow what Haxtreme is saying then
Root using method in my sig
Then backup efs
Then flash latest siyah kernel
Then make nand backup
Then stay as you are or install custom rom.
Theres a picture in my sig you might be interested in..........lol

if failed. how? ><
<ID:0/007> Initialzation..
<ID:0/007> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/007> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/007> boot.img
<ID:0/007> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/007>
<ID:0/007> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

theunderling said:
No.
You should have done a bit of research before you muck about with your phone.You know about the potential brickbug,but you should know the basics of recovery/cwm/odin.
If you cant follow what Haxtreme is saying then
Root using method in my sig
Then backup efs
Then flash latest siyah kernel
Then make nand backup
Then stay as you are or install custom rom.
Theres a picture in my sig you might be interested in..........lol
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oh ok will try.

theunderling said:
No.
You should have done a bit of research before you muck about with your phone.You know about the potential brickbug,but you should know the basics of recovery/cwm/odin.
If you cant follow what Haxtreme is saying then
Root using method in my sig
Then backup efs
Then flash latest siyah kernel
Then make nand backup
Then stay as you are or install custom rom.
Theres a picture in my sig you might be interested in..........lol
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sorry, pardon being noob here. but again
How to backup efs
How to flash latest siyah kernel
How to make nand backup
How to install custom rom. and custom rom where to find?
tbh i read alot of stuffs but it just wont get into me lol. thats why im noobish ><

Theres a difference between a noob and a lazy noob.
You see you can eliminate pc/odin problems by using recovery to root and mobile odin(after your rooted) to flash kernels etc.
If you dont learn the "basics",then its your phone that wont work.

no. actually its done(rooting). just want to know what are those u typed.

1.efs can get corrupted
2.to avoid 4.0.4 stock brickbug
3.makes a system snapshot
4.faster/sleeker than samsung roms
Theres the clues,its now up to you.
Now wheres that taxi I ordered 30 mins ago..........lol

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[Q] Unable to enter recovery mode

Apparently for my phone, when I hold Home + Volume UP + Power, it still gives me the Boot Screen with the triangle.
IT DOES NOT ENTER INTO RECOVERY MODE.
Any suggestion?
try the manover after removing(and putting back offcourse) the battery for a copple of minutes
you mean swapping the battery out and back in for a few times?
keatsan said:
you mean swapping the battery out and back in for a few times?
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Once is enough but leave it out for a min or two .
jje
tried. didnt work.
I even try to flash with other Roms, but yield no result at all either.
<ID:0/014> Added!!
<ID:0/014> Odin v.3 engine (ID:14)..
<ID:0/014> File analysis..
<ID:0/014> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/014> Initialzation..
<ID:0/014> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/014> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/014> boot.bin
<ID:0/014> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/014>
<ID:0/014> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
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Did you by any chance tick "repartition" in Odin?
If you have, its too late and will need to be returned to samsung for jtag.
If you haven't yet, DO NOT
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I'm VERY sure I DID not tick that option.
Are u able to go to download mode? if yes then flash original rom?
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Can you now at least boot rom, and if so can you enter cwm Recovery via the advanced power menu or CWM app?
Edit: you haven't given any info in your first post what you were doing or had done prior to the problem? Only what you did after. Could be beneficial. Also what was/is your current config?
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tecknil said:
Are u able to go to download mode? if yes then flash original rom?
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Yes I can enter download mode, but I couldn't flash any original ROM somehow. Odin always shows fail like the earlier post I've posted.
UpInTheAir said:
Can you now at least boot rom, and if so can you enter cwm Recovery via the advanced power menu or CWM app?
Edit: you haven't given any info in your first post what you were doing or had done prior to the problem? Only what you did after. Could be beneficial. Also what was/is your current config?
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If I'm not mistaken, I try superoneclick. And then it hangs there. From there onwards I couldn't enter Recovery mode. Worst part is, I don't even remember my kernel version or what type of firmware. All I know that it's 2.3.4 android stock.
Maybe ask in the superoneclick thread. Hopefully you'll get more specific answers to your problem. Best of luck.
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As you can still get into DL Mode (but can't flash a ROM), how about trying one of Chainfire's rooted modem ?
Can be flashed via Odin & make sure all KIES is closed, as well as anything in PC Task Manager
This will automatically root your device and install the CWM Recovery (not ROM Manager compatible),............... Then you may be able to access Recovery to factory reset / wipe cache & dalvik and try rebooting (which can take up to 5-10mins).
If still no luck, back into CWM Recovery and try flash a custom ROM of your choice (flashable zip, do not extract) straight from the sdcard. Cognition is highly recommended.
As you don't know the original baseband #, not sure which to try, but the first goal would to be able to boot into CWM (since you can't or having trouble flashing with Odin)
Sorry, no more ideas, but if you decide to try, follow his instructions exactly.
I've tried the CF kernels. I've downloaded every single Kernel and flash with it. Still no luck.
But I've send my phone to Samsung Center. Even the technician is puzzled. He'll look into the matter of my phone and solve it in a day time.
I've post updates here once I get back my phone.
You going to have to pay or did you clear rom counter and reset to stock .
jje
Well, I couldn't do anything since I cannot even access to erase any counter number.
Hopefully they STILL don't charge me.
Apparently they called me today, saying my phone would take another day or two.
JJ means the usb jig. Power off phone, insert, boots automatically into DL mode resetting custom counter and removing the warning triangle.
As you don't seem to really know about it, you probably haven't? After reset, you could have just played dumb, claiming it got screwed during a Kies update. Never mind, too late now.
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Nope. I didn't bought the USB JIG and I should get one soon. Haha.
OH well, too late for now.
keatsan said:
Nope. I didn't bought the USB JIG and I should get one soon. Haha.
OH well, too late for now.
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It does seem to be pot luck get the right service guy and he will ignore custom .
jje
I hope he does ignore the custom issue. All the best to me.
I shall post the update once I get back my phone
UPDATE:
I've sent the phone to service on the 26 Sept. And they told me that it'll be ready by 2th Octo. According to the technician, they're waiting for a PART to arrive to be replace. No info was given on what part.
WOW, I didn't know hardware was involved in this case. It's rather rare to me.
UPDATE 2 :
F**KED.
My SGS2 is the i9100G model.
No wonder it stuck at Boot Screen S with Yellow triangle.
FML.

[Q] Samsung Galaxy S2 - Bootloop stuck, no recovery mode but do have download mode!

Hello there!
I have read through all the Boot loop posts before anyone asks!
My phone is stuck on the Samsung galaxy s2 boot up with the yellow triangle and the black "!" inside (Boot loop). This happened after flashing the wrong kernel on the device first time. Here is the thing, no matter how many times I try to flash the Kernel which I think is "KH1" (99% sure) in download mode with Odin and all the right drivers installed right from Kies, it still won't work! I've tried stock kernels, insecure kernels... you name it I've tried it!
The phone it's self will go into DOWNLOAD mode (which works fine) , but not RECOVERY MODE at all!
I have been trying for days to fix it, but nothing on here will work.
Please some one get back to me and try to help me fix this problem as I want to use my galaxy s2 again. :/
Thanks, Sam.
Mortonx said:
I have read through all the Boot loop posts before anyone asks!
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Really?
[READ THIS] Got a Boot Loop? Don't post a New Thread!.
Emphasis on the latter part.
oinkylicious said:
Really?
[READ THIS] Got a Boot Loop? Don't post a New Thread!.
Emphasis on the latter part.
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Yes I have! What part of this post are you on about? I couldn't find anything on how to fix what problem I have.
Mortonx said:
What part of this post are you on about?
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This part:
Don't post a New Thread!
oinkylicious said:
This part:
Don't post a New Thread!
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A link would be helpful please. It was the only way I can get my question answered. I asked on that post and no reply.
Flash stock and you are done
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Mortonx said:
A link would be helpful please. It was the only way I can get my question answered. I asked on that post and no reply.
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A link to what? Neither in this thread nor your original post in the correct thread have you said what happens when you flash with Odin (what errors, what messages, what options you're picking), what ROMs you've tried (I try to flash the Kernel which I think is "KH1" (99% sure) sounds rather flakey).
The full, detailed instructions are in the very first post, here in case you missed it.
If it doesn't work when you follow the instructions to the letter, explain in full what does happen and someone might be able to help you.
Mortonx said:
I've tried stock kernels, insecure kernels... you name it I've tried it!
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Any ROMs?
pulser_g2 said:
Alternatively, it is possible to flash VillainROM 1.1 if you are not comfortable in wiping via recovery, or if you cannot do so for any reason (corrupted kernel etc), as it wipes all users data when installing. Simply ignore steps 2 to 4, and flash VillainROM 1.1 via ODIN instead of the stock ROM.
Any questions about boot loops? Ask them here rather than making new threads.
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Cangir said:
Flash stock and you are done
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Tried it, didn't work. :/ I don't think I am using the right stock Kernel though. It said JKH1, but not sure if it is the stock one! Please find a link with a stock one that will work on my phone as none will! Thank you.
oinkylicious said:
A link to what? Neither in this thread nor your original post in the correct thread have you said what happens when you flash with Odin (what errors, what messages, what options you're picking), what ROMs you've tried (I try to flash the Kernel which I think is "KH1" (99% sure) sounds rather flakey).
The full, detailed instructions are in the very first post, here in case you missed it.
If it doesn't work when you follow the instructions to the letter, explain in full what does happen and someone might be able to help you.
Any ROMs?
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Thanks for finding all of this! I tried VillainROM 1.1, didn't work. Just comes up FAIL on Odin. I also tried CF, clock work and many others as I can't remember as I tired loads. :/ I am really stuck and don't know what to do.
Mortonx said:
Please find a link with a stock one that will work on my phone as none will!
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Assuming you really do have an I9100, stock ROMs are here [ROM+Guide]Official i9100 Firmwares KG, KH1/2/3/4, KI1/2/3/4/8, KJ1/2 Download and you should probably be looking for a WIPE ROM, such as XXKI3:
Intratech said:
XXKI3
Android 2.3.5
This original (unmodified) Wipe Package with new bootloader has: PDA: XXKI3| Modem/phone: XXKI3| CSC: OXAKI3
Download: http://www.multiupload.com/NJV6PR87Y3
These packages have the new bootloader removed and repacked with the old ones so you can safely reset the binary counter with a Jig.
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oinkylicious said:
Assuming you really do have an I9100, stock ROMs are here [ROM+Guide]Official i9100 Firmwares KG, KH1/2/3/4, KI1/2/3/4/8, KJ1/2 Download and you should probably be looking for a WIPE ROM, such as XXKI3:
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Okay thank you, I will give that a try! what shall I do once I have flashed the phone with this wipe rom? Thank you again! Hopefully we should get my phone working by the end of tonight!
Mortonx said:
what shall I do once I have flashed the phone with this wipe rom?
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Use the phone?
Please make sure you're checking and double checking what you're choosing in Odin, that you have no Kies programs running etc, in other words, read Intratech's posts fully before flashing again!
oinkylicious said:
Use the phone?
Please make sure you're checking and double checking what you're choosing in Odin, that you have no Kies programs running etc, in other words, read Intratech's posts fully before flashing again!
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Isn't working!! Kies is closed (completely) and it just comes up fail on odin.
Mortonx said:
Isn't working!! Kies is closed (completely) and it just comes up fail on odin.
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What colour, at what point, is it ever a different colour, is anything happening on the phone? Have you tried different USB ports?
Have you checked task manager for kies related processes? (ctrl+shift+esc, processes), are the drivers correctly installed, what operating system are you using and which architecture? Have you tried it on a different computer?
oinkylicious said:
What colour, at what point, is it ever a different colour, is anything happening on the phone? Have you tried different USB ports?
Have you checked task manager for kies related processes? (ctrl+shift+esc, processes), are the drivers correctly installed, what operating system are you using and which architecture? Have you tried it on a different computer?
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It says FAIL in red background and black writing and it says "<ID:0/005> Added!!
<ID:0/005> Odin v.3 engine (ID:5)..
<ID:0/005> File analysis..
<ID:0/005> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/005> Initialzation..
<ID:0/005> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/005> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/005> boot.bin
<ID:0/005> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/005>
<ID:0/005> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)"
Also Checked to see if any Kies programmes was running but there isn't. (Doubled checked in processes as well!)
I am running Windows 7 Home Premium 64 bit and I have tried on a different computer but the phone won't connect at all on that one! (Windows 7 Ultimate 84 bit.)
If you try to flash a multi file firmware and checking re-partition it still fails? I had this by using one file firmwares. Go to Intratech's thread and download a multi file firmware with new bootloaders to get comletely stock. This can not fail.
I have found out that the most stable multi file is xxki3.
While flashing this that way you should not encounter any failures with Odin.
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hi guys, any help would really be appreciated.. i think i have the exact same problem as op. let me articulate it in a slightly more clear manner:
1. i flashed an insecure kernel in order to get root access. somewhere along this process somehow something got messed up.
2. the phone is stuck in a bootloop. this shouldnt be a problem! simply flash stock rom/stock modem, enter recovery mode and do a reset!
3. uh-oh. recovery mode crashes instantly, and the endless bootcycle comes back.
4. ive tried using cwm recovery, stock recovery, both of these have failed.
5. download mode works completely fine (using odin 1.85)
im running the AT&T version of galaxy s2 i777, but posting on those forums havent really gotten a solution, with build version UCKH7. I've tried to find a "wipe" package for this build but although i can find stock PDA and stock MODEM, i cannot find stock CSC. in desperation, i have also tried flashing PDA/MODEM/stock PIT at the same time, but this also has not worked. someone on the i777 forums has recommended trying to flash a new bootloader, but im a little wary with taking that step. noone has done it before.
any ideas?
TL;DR: my phone is stuck in a boot loop, but unlike others, recovery mode crashes instantly before i can even explore any options, and reenters bootloop into main android.
Mortonx said:
It says FAIL in red background and black writing and it says "<ID:0/005> Added!!
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What exactly are you putting into each section in Odin, and which settings are checked? How long does the process take? Did you ever (either when you originally messed it up or while trying to fix it) choose any of the pit/repartition settings? What did you originally flash to cause the problem in the first place?
Is it possible to get screenshots with phone connected before flashing and one afterwards with all the options you're using shown?
This thread mentions something I asked earlier as the solution but you didn't respond to. Have you tried a different USB port and reinstalled the drivers (in Kies: tools -> install driver).
Kies also has a "firmware emergency recovery" though I've got no idea what that does, or if it's recommended to try.
oinkylicious said:
What exactly are you putting into each section in Odin, and which settings are checked? How long does the process take? Did you ever (either when you originally messed it up or while trying to fix it) choose any of the pit/repartition settings? What did you originally flash to cause the problem in the first place?
Is it possible to get screenshots with phone connected before flashing and one afterwards with all the options you're using shown?
This thread mentions something I asked earlier as the solution but you didn't respond to. Have you tried a different USB port and reinstalled the drivers (in Kies: tools -> install driver).
Kies also has a "firmware emergency recovery" though I've got no idea what that does, or if it's recommended to try.
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It takes like 2 seconds on this one, other kernels which I flash take about 30 seconds then say PASS, but still boot loops. I haven't choose any of the pit/repartition settings. I just flashed the wrong kernel from trying to root the device for the first time, but this just put it into the boot loop.
I am just putting the "New_Bootloader_GT-I9100_OXA_I9100XXKI3_I9100XXKI3_I9100OXAKI3.tar" in into the PDA and then pressing start. I can't put a screen shot up here though as it won't let me.
I have tried different USB ports and reinstalled drivers. I also tried "firmware emergency recovery" but kies doesn't connect to my phone.
mariosraptor said:
If you try to flash a multi file firmware and checking re-partition it still fails?
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To OP, have you tried this? If all of your attempts thus far have involved a single file, and no repartition, if could be worth a try with one of the packages which has PDA/Phone/CSC as separate files (as on Intratech's description here: http://img94.imageshack.us/img94/8290/odinxm.jpg). Failing that, you could try a ROM which comes with a PIT file to repartition the phone in case the partition table is somehow corrupt/damaged/incorrect, but you might want to consider that a last resort.

sgh i777 won't flash

<ID:0/003> Added!!
<ID:0/003> Removed!!
<ID:0/003> Added!!
<ID:0/003> Odin v.3 engine (ID:3)..
<ID:0/003> File analysis..
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/003> Initialzation..
<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/003> zImage
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it wont go further....
what is wrong?
i'm using odin 1.75
mrprince123 said:
it wont go further....
what is wrong?
i'm using odin 1.75
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More details please
Bleh
mrprince123 said:
it wont go further....
what is wrong?
i'm using odin 1.75
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Try with latest Odin. 1.85 i think. Also, before you try, unistall the phone from the PC and be sure that you have the correct drivers installed. Another suggestion is to try a different USB port.
If you phone boots, you can try Mobile Odin, its on the Play Store. No so sure about this one because i have never used it, but i guess you could give it a shot.
Start Odin with "Run as administrator" privileges.
Miami_Son said:
Start Odin with "Run as administrator" privileges.
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thanks,
i'm using windows xp, and Odin3-v1.85, and SGH-I777_ClockworkMod-Recovery_5.0.2.3,
I'm assuming that: SGH-I777_ClockworkMod-Recovery_5.0.2.3 might not be the right one.
I'm new to Andriod phone btw.. :victory:
update:
my phone is now,,,saying:
Firmware upgrade encountered an issue.
Please select recovery mode in Kies & try again...
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what should I do now?
mrprince123 said:
thanks,
i'm using windows xp, and Odin3-v1.85, and SGH-I777_ClockworkMod-Recovery_5.0.2.3,
I'm assuming that: SGH-I777_ClockworkMod-Recovery_5.0.2.3 might not be the right one.
I'm new to Andriod phone btw.. :victory:
update:
my phone is now,,,saying:
what should I do now?
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You should not be bothering with ClockworkMod Recovery at all if you are flashing with Odin.
Recovery is built into the kernel.
Do all suggested above and also make sure you have a good usb cable. Cables do go bad.
BTW...what are you trying to flash?
mattern1974 said:
You should not be bothering with ClockworkMod Recovery at all if you are flashing with Odin.
Recovery is built into the kernel.
Do all suggested above and also make sure you have a good usb cable. Cables do go bad.
BTW...what are you trying to flash?
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thanks for your great reply
I was trying to follow this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574718
AOKP Jellybean Build 10.22.2012 ,
and, it says it needs a CWM Recover,,,
so i downloaded Odin 1.85 and CWM 5.x.x.x.tar
and now,,, it stuck on the Zimage part...
and my phone says "firmware corrupted."
:crying:
i also tried,
2c.) How to root by flashing Entropy512's Return/Unbrick to Stock, Kernel + Rooted System Package with Modem using Odin3 One-Click Downloader (Windows)
from this thread:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=18576627#post18576627
it didnot work
mrprince123 said:
thanks for your great reply
I was trying to follow this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574718
AOKP Jellybean Build 10.22.2012 ,
and, it says it needs a CWM Recover,,,
so i downloaded Odin 1.85 and CWM 5.x.x.x.tar
and now,,, it stuck on the Zimage part...
and my phone says "firmware corrupted."
:crying:
i also tried,
2c.) How to root by flashing Entropy512's Return/Unbrick to Stock, Kernel + Rooted System Package with Modem using Odin3 One-Click Downloader (Windows)
from this thread:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=18576627#post18576627
it didnot work
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What were you running before you decided to flash this? Stock Gingerbread? Stock ICS? Were you rooted before or are you now attempting to gain root? If rooted, were you running a custom GB rom or an ICS one? Answers to these will help determine how best you can be helped.
mrprince123 said:
thanks for your great reply
I was trying to follow this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1574718
AOKP Jellybean Build 10.22.2012 ,
and, it says it needs a CWM Recover,,,
so i downloaded Odin 1.85 and CWM 5.x.x.x.tar
and now,,, it stuck on the Zimage part...
and my phone says "firmware corrupted."
:crying:
i also tried,
2c.) How to root by flashing Entropy512's Return/Unbrick to Stock, Kernel + Rooted System Package with Modem using Odin3 One-Click Downloader (Windows)
from this thread:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=18576627#post18576627
it didnot work
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It seems you need to Odin flash a rom with a kernel that includes CWM recovery.
You are new here so the first place to go are the stickies like here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1301682
Work from there and READ, READ, READ!!! Learn what you need because there is a huge amount of "old timers" here that will not spoon feed you any information.
It has been so long since I had to root my phone from stock and load a kernel with CWM recovery. I will try my best to help but will be pretty busy tonight. There may be additional knowledgeable people helping you in the meantime.
Good luck!!
Edit: Firmware corrupted may be an incomplete download. Try downloading the file again. BTW: Don't bother trying to Odin flash CWM recovery....it is built into custom kernels.
mattern1974 said:
It seems you need to Odin flash a rom with a kernel that includes CWM recovery.
You are new here so the first place to go are the stickies like here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1301682
Work from there and READ, READ, READ!!! Learn what you need because there is a huge amount of "old timers" here that will not spoon feed you any information.
It has been so long since I had to root my phone from stock and load a kernel with CWM recovery. I will try my best to help but will be pretty busy tonight. There may be additional knowledgeable people helping you in the meantime.
Good luck!!
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thanks
so,
what I did was, i used Kies to emergency reset/initialization for the phone
then, i used Odin 1.85 + Siyah-v3.4.2-nomswap-I777
somehow, my phone is rooted.
then, i installed :SuperNexus-I777-BUILD5-20121017 [Rom]
my phone is working fine now,
and, i'm trying to figure out where is the Market App on my phone..
mrprince123 said:
thanks
so,
what I did was, i used Kies to emergency reset/initialization for the phone
then, i used Odin 1.85 + Siyah-v3.4.2-nomswap-I777
somehow, my phone is rooted.
then, i installed :SuperNexus-I777-BUILD5-20121017 [Rom]
my phone is working fine now,
and, i'm trying to figure out where is the Market App on my phone..
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Market is now called Google Play. You might have to CWM flash JB GAPPS.
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mattern1974 said:
Market is now called Google Play. You might have to CWM flash JB GAPPS.
Sent from my smooth as butter SGH-I777.
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thanks,,
somehow,,, it doesn't allow me to transfer gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip to my phone,,
it only allows media format files...
any idea how to solve me?
mrprince123 said:
thanks,,
somehow,,, it doesn't allow me to transfer gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip to my phone,,
it only allows media format files...
any idea how to solve me?
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Can you download the GAPPS on your phone through the browser?
mattern1974 said:
Can you download the GAPPS on your phone through the browser?
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probably yes,
but i have not tried yet.
what should i do if i want to flash another custom ROM in the future?
I think i have to find out a solution for the file transfer issue on Super Nexus http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1828064.
mattern1974 said:
Can you download the GAPPS on your phone through the browser?
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i don't know how to get GAPPS thru the browser...
mrprince123 said:
i don't know how to get GAPPS thru the browser...
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http://goo.im/gapps/
Phalanx7621 said:
http://goo.im/gapps/
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thanks for your link,
1) can i just browse the site on the phone ? and download the zip file? and run it under CWM mode?
2) I still have to figure out how to transfer non-media files to internal drive (SGH I777 itself)
mrprince123 said:
thanks for your link,
1) can i just browse the site on the phone ? and download the zip file? and run it under CWM mode?
2) I still have to figure out how to transfer non-media files to internal drive (SGH I777 itself)
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Actually the link in the ROM thread is http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip
Yes you can download the GAPPS to your phone and flash in CWM recovery.
Sent from my smooth as butter SGH-I777.
mrprince123 said:
thanks for your link,
1) can i just browse the site on the phone ? and download the zip file? and run it under CWM mode?
2) I still have to figure out how to transfer non-media files to internal drive (SGH I777 itself)
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You should be able to pull down the status bar after connecting your phone to the compute and it'll give you the option to use different storage modes to transfer.
mattern1974 said:
Actually the link in the ROM thread is http://goo.im/gapps/gapps-jb-20121011-signed.zip
Sent from my smooth as butter SGH-I777.
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The link I gave him works fine. He can hopefully find whatever version he wants from that list.
Phalanx7621 said:
You should be able to pull down the status bar after connecting your phone to the compute and it'll give you the option to use different storage modes to transfer.
The link I gave him works fine. He can hopefully find whatever version he wants from that list.
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You are correct. Didn't mean to step on your toes. Just thought I'd remind him of what the ROM's OP stated.
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[Q] Install ICS on GT-P7500 (3G) XXKG7

Hello *,
I need to install ICS or anything newer on a Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 3G P7500XXKG7. Stock roms stopped at Honeycomb.
I know there are lots of howtos out there, but I've read lots of them and I'm still stuck with Honeycomb.
I've successfully rooted the tab. I've installed Rom Manager (not sure if it is absolutely necessary, but those guides seem to lead you in that direction). I can "adb moo" all day long and all the rest.
My problem is that Rom Manager does not recognize my tab model and so does not install a recovery itself. I've downloaded what I suppose to be a recovery compatible with my device from droidbasement.com, untarred the recovery.tar.md5 file, obtained a recovery.img file, adb-pushed it in
/mnt/sdcard/clockworkmod/download/download2.clockworkmod.com/recoveries/recovery-clockwork-6.0.3.1-p4wifi.img
so that Rom Manager may think that's the p4wifi file it downloaded itself and it may use that... except it doesn't.
The question is: how do I manually install the recovery in Rom Manager without using windows crapware? I "only" have linux (heck, shouldn't be windows users to complain they "only" have windows? Android is linux based after all...), I can copy files wherever it's needed, I only miss one information: where should I copy recovery.img file in order to make Rom Manager recognize and boot into it?
Thanks in advance
Lucio.
First, currently there are stock ics 4.0.4 roms. You can download them from sammobile.com and flash it via odin. Second, you have the 3g version, so you should be downloading p4, p4wifi is for the wifi only version. Lastly, you don't need to untar the file. Just flash it via odin or mobile odin. Though i recommend using odin since mobile odin fcked up my tab before.
eushaun99 said:
First, currently there are stock ics 4.0.4 roms. You can download them from sammobile.com
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Thanks for the news. Can you please provide a link to my firmware at sammobile? I've searched for it but I couldn't find it.
eushaun99 said:
and flash it via odin
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You see, Odin does not work without windows... however that shouldn't be a real problem, seems that heimdall is a good alternative.
eushaun99 said:
Second, you have the 3g version, so you should be downloading p4, p4wifi is for the wifi only version
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I know, but I was trying to trick Rom Manager (which apparently does not support p4) by overwriting its p4wifi recovery file with the p4 one (it does support p3, but I don't feel like trying random bits).
Just go to sammobile.com, click firmwares, key in all your details and enter. Keep in mind that u have to be logged in to download.
eushaun99 said:
Just go to sammobile.com, click firmwares, key in all your details and enter. Keep in mind that u have to be logged in to download.
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Already tried that. The problem is that XXKG7 does not show up in the results and I don't know if I can safely use the rom for a different model.
I can't post links, but if you wanna try, just select Tablet/Android/GT-P7500 - Galaxy Tab 10.1/any Italy option (though mine is from H3G).
Is there a way to search by "XXKG7" on sammobile? Tried the search box but it finds nothing.
I believe the XXKG7 is 3.2. The model number is different in ics. Besides, you can also use other countries rom. The only difference is the language. So if the rom has italian language, then you can use that also. On a side note, i wouldn't recommend using your countries rom because of the deep sleep problems. Head down to the development forum, there is a stock ics rom from czech republic which fixes the deep sleep problem. I'll try to find a link for u. Give me a moment.
Edit: here it is. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219964
download the rom from that thread and flash it.
eushaun99 said:
here it is. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2219964
download the rom from that thread and flash it.
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Thanks for looking it up for me. I've downloaded the file (7z format), unzipped and obtained a .tar.md5 file. I abandoned heimdall, it seems it does not support my device, and borrowd a windows notebook from a friend so that I can use Odin.
Odin recognizes my p4 when connected in recovery mode (but not in download mode, e.g. when "Download" is flashing). Anyway I assume this is ok.
Now the problem is: Odin shows 5 file choosers, namely PIT, BOOTLOADER, PDA, PHONE and CSC. Which is the correct one? Where should I put the file I downloaded?
lucrus73 said:
Thanks for looking it up for me. I've downloaded the file (7z format), unzipped and obtained a .tar.md5 file. I abandoned heimdall, it seems it does not support my device, and borrowd a windows notebook from a friend so that I can use Odin.
Odin recognizes my p4 when connected in recovery mode (but not in download mode, e.g. when "Download" is flashing). Anyway I assume this is ok.
Now the problem is: Odin shows 5 file choosers, namely PIT, BOOTLOADER, PDA, PHONE and CSC. Which is the correct one? Where should I put the file I downloaded?
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PDA is the one you need
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eushaun99 said:
PDA is the one you need
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Thanks. Unfortunately it does not work. Here is the output from Odin:
Code:
<ID:0/023> Added!
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> P7500XWMPJ_deepsleep.tar.md5 is valid.
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished successfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/023> Odin v.3 engine (ID:23)..
<ID:0/023> File analysis..
<ID:0/023> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/023> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1 )
Now I suspect that the fact my device is being recognized only in recovery mode is not ok at all... even then, I do not know what to do next...
There is another way. Toldo has made a flashable zip of that ROM in his stock ics rooted, deodexed, and zipaligned thread. Here's the link. q.gs/4BYrw. Flash it from any custom recovery. Make sure to make a full wipe just in case to avoid any problems.
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eushaun99 said:
Flash it from any custom recovery
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Sorry to ask probably trivial questions, but how do I install a custom recovery given that Rom Manager does not support my p4 (any p4), but it only p4wifi?
ROM manager isn't the only way to flash recoveries. Use Odin or mobile Odin to flash. (In Odin hit PDA also.) Or if you know how to use adb or terminal(which I don't think you know given this question), rename recovery file to recovery.img
adb shell
su
dd if=/sdcard/recovery.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p2
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---------- Post added at 11:13 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:10 PM ----------
Download cwm recovery from droidbasement
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eushaun99 said:
ROM manager isn't the only way to flash recoveries. Use Odin or mobile Odin to flash. (In Odin hit PDA also.)
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Odin doesn't connect in my case, recall?
eushaun99 said:
Or if you know how to use adb or terminal(which I don't think you know given this question)
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I do know how to use both adb and a terminal, I stated that in my 1st post, but you led me down a different path.
lucrus73 said:
I can "adb moo" all day long and all the rest. <...> adb-pushed it <...> I "only" have linux <...> I can copy files wherever it's needed
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What I do not know (what I didn't know until your last post) is the place where I should put the recovery.img file. Now the dd command you posted shows the correct place is the mmcblk0p2 partition, which is basically what I was asking for in my first post. So, before calling my words into question, please take the time to read what I'm asking for:
lucrus73 said:
where should I copy recovery.img file in order to make Rom Manager recognize and boot into it?
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Ok, maybe Rom Manager is not exactly required to boot into the custom recovery, but the question seems very clear to me anyway.
Whatever, it doesn't really matter, you helped me a lot after all, it's only a bit troublesome writing lots of details in the questions only to find out that people do not bother reading them...
Now that I know the correct place, the next question arises: how do you know that's the correct place? I mean, fstab says nothing about it. Where the fact that "power+volume down" boots mmcblk0p2 and not something else is written? Or is there a magic dictionary of tablet models and corresponding recovery partitions out there?
eushaun99 said:
Download cwm recovery from droidbasement
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Yes I know, already downloaded that, it's where my 1st post recovery.img file came from...
If you know how to use adb, just do the commands I posted. I copied them from kasper_h's infamous AOKP thread, so I don't think there will be anything wrong.
I'm sorry I didn't read your first post thoroughly. Its been awhile that I last read your first post that I forgotten what you wrote..
If you want to know more about mmcblk0p2 stuff, I suggest you ask the experts in this forum since I don't know sh*t about this stuff.
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Galaxy S2 unable to flash back original firmware

Hi guys,
I think my phone going to KO.
This is my situation.
I phone totally cannot boot up, lucky i still able to go in download mode. but...
1. I try put 3 files PDA, Phone, CSC, select / no select re-partition it stuck in sbl.bin
2. I try put 1 files PDA flash, when start it stuck in cache.img
god... please help T_T
amazon83 said:
Hi guys,
I think my phone going to KO.
This is my situation.
I phone totally cannot boot up, lucky i still able to go in download mode. but...
1. I try put 3 files PDA, Phone, CSC, select / no select re-partition it stuck in sbl.bin
2. I try put 1 files PDA flash, when start it stuck in cache.img
god... please help T_T
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I try all this link not working as well http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458&highlight=sbl+bin
any expert advice?
amazon83 said:
I try all this link not working as well http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458&highlight=sbl+bin
any expert advice?
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1)try different ODIN version and see (also ensure to Kill all 'KIES' processes on ur PC while running ODIn and also temporarily disable any antivirus software running on ur PC)
2)Try diff USB port/Cable and see.
Yep. Search.
'Odin flash fails/Odin won't work' gets covered dozens of times here on a slow week. Search for similar threads, there are a set of troubleshooting steps you need to try/keep trying (That I'm never posting here ever again, tho if you ask Hopper nicely he might regurgitate them for you).
Edit - And if people did the right thing & made these lazy people search for these threads rather than regurgitating **** over & over the world would be a much better place.
amazon83 said:
I try all this link not working as well http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458&highlight=sbl+bin
any expert advice?
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Try my guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2058683 just in case, if the kernel flash gets through and recovery boots up you have some fighting chance, else blind pit file flash bonanza or/and trashed motherboard/device.
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king_below_my_lord said:
Try my guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2058683 just in case, if the kernel flash gets through and recovery boots up you have some fighting chance, else blind pit file flash bonanza or/and trashed motherboard/device.
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is not working
And what is?
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gastonw said:
And what is?
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I try all this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2058683 is not working.
I believe NAND Write Start stuck cannot be fix>?
Nand corruption sometimes pop up due to drivers conflict or odin being unable to write in your device's memory.
Why? Because the usual suspects:
Usb Cable
Usb Port
Odin version
Drivers conflict (another pc/laptop would be wise)
Antivirus
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