Superbrick question? - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Can my phone still have the superbrick problem if i have succesfully installed the phillz kernel and i am able to boot into phillz recovery?
Thanks already
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And i am on stock android 4.0.4 (IMM76D.XWLPY)
Baselands: i9100xxlq6

Well firstly, you shouldnt be double posting/bumping your thread, You have an edit button if you need to add anything.
Second, You have no need to ask this question as its already been covered a million times over in all the other topics about this, please use search before creating topics. That is XDA rule number 1.
Third, The answer to your question is no. Once you install custom kernel your fine and not affected by the bug.

TheATHEiST said:
Well firstly, you shouldnt be double posting/bumping your thread, You have an edit button if you need to add anything.
Second, You have no need to ask this question as its already been covered a million times over in all the other topics about this, please use search before creating topics. That is XDA rule number 1.
Third, The answer to your question is no. Once you install custom kernel your fine and not affected by the bug.
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Thank you! My bad wont repeat it!
But is it the same if i flash PhilZ kernel via my s2 stock recovery or if i flash it via odin on computer?
Stil wanna ask this that can i now go and install roms in my PhilZ recovery and is it safe to wipe and backup things?

finlandpetu said:
Thank you! My bad wont repeat it!
But is it the same if i flash PhilZ kernel via my s2 stock recovery or if i flash it via odin on computer?
Stil wanna ask this that can i now go and install roms in my PhilZ recovery and is it safe to wipe and backup things?
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Philz kernel is safe. But i personally had some issues with it. I suggest you to flash dorinmax or siyah kernel to wipe and install roms. Its perfectly safe. I have used it myself hundreds of times

pasanjay said:
Philz kernel is safe. But i personally had some issues with it. I suggest you to flash dorinmax or siyah kernel to wipe and install roms. Its perfectly safe. I have used it myself hundreds of times
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Thanks. What kind of problems did you have and could you post a link to the thread to the kernel you suggest?
And is it the same to use stock recovery or odin?

finlandpetu said:
Thanks. What kind of problems did you have and could you post a link to the thread to the kernel you suggest?
And is it the same to use stock recovery or odin?
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Philz kernel has a broken recovery which doesn't let you flash AOSP ROMs... It gives the status 7 error and aborts installation.
You may flash Siyah kernel from www.gokhanmoral.com. Download the Odin version (.tar file) and flash it.
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Spiralzz said:
Philz kernel has a broken recovery which doesn't let you flash AOSP ROMs... It gives the status 7 error and aborts installation.
You may flash Siyah kernel from www.gokhanmoral.com. Download the Odin version (.tar file) and flash it.
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I'm gonna listen to this guy and download that kernel, don't need it but.....you never know.
hmmmm...a Q arose...gotbrickbug on a safe kernel.......still give's you the cold-hearted message that your in danger?

gastonw said:
I'm gonna listen to this guy and download that kernel, don't need it but.....you never know.
hmmmm...a Q arose...gotbrickbug on a safe kernel.......still give's you the cold-hearted message that your in danger?
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Yes. To superbrick, 3 criteria must be met (check detailed explanation of each by entropy512 who is a kernel developer and elite recognised developer). One of them is that you must have the dangerous emmc chip. I believe what gotbrickbug does is check if you have that chip or not.
But, being on a safe kernel (custom ones are more reliable than Samsung ones unfortunately in this regard since 4.0.4), the command mmc_cap_erase is disabled which makes sure that the emmc chip doesn't get wiped.
So, being on a safe kernel even if gotbrickbug gives the danger message will keep you safe
If I'm wrong or anything, please correct me I actually don't know much about this.
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Spiralzz said:
Yes. To superbrick, 3 criteria must be met (check detailed explanation of each by entropy512 who is a kernel developer and elite recognised developer). One of them is that you must have the dangerous emmc chip. I believe what gotbrickbug does is check if you have that chip or not.
But, being on a safe kernel (custom ones are more reliable than Samsung ones unfortunately in this regard since 4.0.4), the command mmc_cap_erase is disabled which makes sure that the emmc chip doesn't get wiped.
So, being on a safe kernel even if gotbrickbug gives the danger message will keep you safe
If I'm wrong or anything, please correct me I actually don't know much about this.
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So if i was able to apply philz in recovery why should i install siyah by odin? And is it safe to flash files for me now(meanig the brickbug)? (after i have flashed philz)
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Spiralzz said:
Yes. To superbrick, 3 criteria must be met (check detailed explanation of each by entropy512 who is a kernel developer and elite recognised developer). One of them is that you must have the dangerous emmc chip. I believe what gotbrickbug does is check if you have that chip or not.
But, being on a safe kernel (custom ones are more reliable than Samsung ones unfortunately in this regard since 4.0.4), the command mmc_cap_erase is disabled which makes sure that the emmc chip doesn't get wiped.
So, being on a safe kernel even if gotbrickbug gives the danger message will keep you safe
If I'm wrong or anything, please correct me I actually don't know much about this.
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I meant the app, always looks at the chip wether you are on a safe kernel or not, right?

gastonw said:
I meant the app, always looks at the chip wether you are on a safe kernel or not, right?
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To me the app says that my kernel is not known but atleast it isnt known as an superbrick bug!
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finlandpetu said:
So if i was able to apply philz in recovery why should i install siyah by odin? And is it safe to flash files for me now(meanig the brickbug)? (after i have flashed philz)
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Yes. Philz kernel is safe. I merely mentioned siyah as some roms cant be flashed via philz recovery. In that case, youll need flash siyah first.
But its okay if you want to flash mods/kernels and its safe.
gastonw said:
I meant the app, always looks at the chip wether you are on a safe kernel or not, right?
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No, the app looks at the chip, not the kernel. If your phone has a defective chip, no matter which kernel you are on (safe or dangerous), it will always show dangerous.
finlandpetu said:
To me the app says that my kernel is not known but atleast it isnt known as an superbrick bug!
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That doesn't mean that you have a safe chip. It just means that the devs don't know if its safe or unsafe... But still, if you're on a safe kernel, no need to worry
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Spiralzz said:
Yes. Philz kernel is safe. I merely mentioned siyah as some roms cant be flashed via philz recovery. In that case, youll need flash siyah first.
But its okay if you want to flash mods/kernels and its safe.
No, the app looks at the chip, not the kernel. If your phone has a defective chip, no matter which kernel you are on (safe or dangerous), it will always show dangerous.
That doesn't mean that you have a safe chip. It just means that the devs don't know if its safe or unsafe... But still, if you're on a safe kernel, no need to worry
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Okay ill try the siyah kernel. Can i flash roms like cm10 in siyah's recovery?
Is theare any any way to findout has my phone got the superbrick tan just bricking it
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finlandpetu said:
So if i was able to apply philz in recovery why should i install siyah by odin? And is it safe to flash files for me now(meanig the brickbug)? (after i have flashed philz)
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if you have a safe kernel...you are good to go.

gastonw said:
if you have a safe kernel...you are good to go.
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Okay! I allready have understood that
Am i able to downgrade my android to gingerbread as it was before i updated it? I updated it by samsungs own updter(settings>info>update{or something like that})
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finlandpetu said:
Okay! I allready have understood that
Am i able to downgrade my android to gingerbread as it was before i updated it? I updated it by samsungs own updter(settings>info>update{or something like that})
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Yes. To downgrade, download a gb rom and flash it via Odin. Make sure to perform a factory reset from recovery, otherwise u will be stuck in a boot loop.
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Spiralzz said:
Yes. To downgrade, download a gb rom and flash it via Odin. Make sure to perform a factory reset from recovery, otherwise u will be stuck in a boot loop.
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Isnt it said that doing a factory reset can brick your phone?
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finlandpetu said:
Isnt it said that doing a factory reset can brick your phone?
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You can while you're on a safe kernel.....if not, I'd advice against it.

I stopped reading this thread somewhere half way through the 1st page. Stop spoon feeding answers that take 3 seconds to Google or are just blatantly obvious. Seriously, it's pathetic.

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[Q] Custom Recovery option for 4.0.4?

Is there any way to get a custom recovery installed on the LQ5 ICS 4.0.4 without flashing a custom kernel?
Related to that, all I'm looking for is a way to make a nandroid backup with restore option, so if there's a third-party way of doing it, I'd appreciate any suggestions.
I've always used CF-Root Kernels, but I just Mobile Odin flashed this ROM and I have stock recovery, so the backup/restore features are gone.
Just flash the latest CF-Root kernel via Odin in the PDA section and you will obtain your custom recovery. No other way for it.
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themadba said:
Just flash the latest CF-Root kernel via Odin in the PDA section and you will obtain your custom recovery. No other way for it.
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From what I can see, that's LPK 5.5, right?
Can I flash it via Mobile Odin?
donalgodon said:
From what I can see, that's LPK 5.5, right?
Can I flash it via Mobile Odin?
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I'll be extra cautious, as what I'm seeing here is it might have the emmc brick bug in kernel.
So what ever you do do not wipe using stock recovery.
I'm using the save ROM and loving it. But will wait for any more news.
Though I have wiped multiple times using the dial code.
Yes I believe you just flash the latest CF-Root either via Mobile Odin or normal Odin. As atifsh said, don't wipe anything in the stock recovery as the MMC_CAP_ERASE seems to still be present and will eMMC brick your device, which is a real pain considering Samsung know about this. But it is still only a leaked ROM, so be very cautious.
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themadba said:
Just flash the latest CF-Root kernel via Odin in the PDA section and you will obtain your custom recovery. No other way for it.
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Look at this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=28336465&postcount=331
If you flash other kernel and you don't re-flash then the original one some things like bluetooth will not work....
If you do my procedure you will have CMW, Root & the most important thing: THE ORIGINAL KERNEL!!! :cyclops::good:
PRESS TNX BUTTON IF I HELP YOU :good:
When I flashed the Stock_LQ5-CWM.zip above, I lost custom recovery and went back to stock recovery.
Chainfire has released CF-Root for LQ5, so problem solved.
Thanks for the input.

Help Rooting Bell mobility Samsung galaxy s2 19100M

I am trying to root my recently updated Bell mobility samsung galaxy S2 I9100 running ICS 4.0.3, Baseband version I9100MUGLD3, Kernel Version 3.0.15-I9100MUGLD3-CL377577, Build Version IML74K.UGLD3. I Can't Find anything on these threads. Can someone help? Thanks in advance.
Ethanp said:
I am trying to root my recently updated Bell mobility samsung galaxy S2 I9100 running ICS 4.0.3, Baseband version I9100MUGLD3, Kernel Version 3.0.15-I9100MUGLD3-CL377577, Build Version IML74K.UGLD3. I Can't Find anything on these threads. Can someone help? Thanks in advance.
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check the link below
Universal Rooting Method for ICS
Sun90 said:
check the link below
Universal Rooting Method for ICS
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Awesome the link worked great. But it turns out my phone tested positive to the Emmc brick. So i now i don't want to flash anything lol.
Ethanp said:
Awesome the link worked great. But it turns out my phone tested positive to the Emmc brick. So i now i don't want to flash anything lol.
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You're device is fine. I have the same thing and I've flashed hundreds of times. You just have to know what you're flashing and understand the basics
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kilometers4 said:
You're device is fine. I have the same thing and I've flashed hundreds of times. You just have to know what you're flashing and understand the basics
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I am familiar with flashing. I had the LG Optimus LTE before this and flashed quite a few roms, This phone however has me awfully confused. I have been researching all day. And so far i am under the understanding that the touch cwm are not good and the use the 4.0.1.5 recovery. But what i don't understand is how do you install roms without wiping data/factory reset through cwm? don't most roms require this? and isn't that what causes the superbrick? Sorry for sounding like a noob. but can you tell me how you do your flashing?
Ethanp said:
I am familiar with flashing. I had the LG Optimus LTE before this and flashed quite a few roms, This phone however has me awfully confused. I have been researching all day. And so far i am under the understanding that the touch cwm are not good and the use the 4.0.1.5 recovery. But what i don't understand is how do you install roms without wiping data/factory reset through cwm? don't most roms require this? and isn't that what causes the superbrick? Sorry for sounding like a noob. but can you tell me how you do your flashing?
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Just use a different kernel, like siyah (www.gokhanmoral.com and make it's for the s2 not s3). Then you can wipe data. Just didn't not be on 4.0.4, and have a samsung based kernel (the kernel dev should have info in the op). Once you're on a safe kernel you can flash whatever you want and wipe data.
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kilometers4 said:
Just use a different kernel, like siyah (www.gokhanmoral.com and make it's for the s2 not s3). Then you can wipe data. Just didn't not be on 4.0.4, and have a samsung based kernel (the kernel dev should have info in the op). Once you're on a safe kernel you can flash whatever you want and wipe data.
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Ok so i flash the kernel via odin? because my phone doesn't have cmw installed. Siyah-s2-v4.0.1.tar that is the kernel i am about to flash. Is it safe for my phone? also do i need to do a backup of my stock kernel?
Ethanp said:
Ok so i flash the kernel via odin? because my phone doesn't have cmw installed. Siyah-s2-v4.0.1.tar that is the kernel i am about to flash. Is it safe for my phone? also do i need to do a backup of my stock kernel?
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Yeah, you should be able to flash through Odin. And you can flash back to stock by getting a stock firmware from www.sammobile.com and flash through Odin
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Ethanp said:
Awesome the link worked great. But it turns out my phone tested positive to the Emmc brick. So i now i don't want to flash anything lol.
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How do you test for Emmc brick?
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Spacemonkie4207 said:
How do you test for Emmc brick?
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Go to this page, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1693704 and download and install the gotbrickbug apk
kilometers4 said:
Yeah, you should be able to flash through Odin. And you can flash back to stock by getting a stock firmware from www.sammobile.com and flash through Odin
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So I did what you told me too. And went ahead and flashed a custom kernel (Siyah 4.0.1) and tried installing salman ics rom. and now i have a never ending boot loop.. any suggestions?
Ethanp said:
So I did what you told me too. And went ahead and flashed a custom kernel (Siyah 4.0.1) and tried installing salman ics rom. and now i have a never ending boot loop.. any suggestions?
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Did you wipe data when you installed it? It's usually highly recommended
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kilometers4 said:
Did you wipe data when you installed it? It's usually highly recommended
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Yes I wiped data, cache and dalvik cache. Couldn't get into recovery so i just re-flashed my firmware via odin. All is good now and successfully flashed cm9 with no issues. Must have been a bug in the rom.

> need help before i risk flasing my first rom <

This is my first post and i was wondering if people could answer some questions i have.
First off heres my phones specs
Samsung galaxy s2
Model number
GT-I9100
Android version
4.0.3
Baseband version
I9100XXLPQ
Kernel version
3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505
[email protected] #3
Build number
IML74K.XXLPQ
I've rooted my phone using rachmat3 method and thats how far i've got because only just got phone as a gift and im scared to flash a new rom incase i brick my phone.
Is it safe to use the cwm.zip to flash a rom that i used from rachmat3 root method or do i need a updated version of cwm?
Can someone recommend a fully working paranoid android rom that i can use for daily use?
Which kernel would be best to use with paranoid android rom?
Should i flash a kernel before i flash a rom?
If i install paranoid android rom would i then have a permanant cwm on my device or would i still need to use my temporery cwm.zip?
What is the chances of me bricking my phone?
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Flash what ever rom u want till its for GT-I9100
No need to worry
Just read the specific rom instructions carefully
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Yes mate now u can flash any Rom ....Just read the instruction before flashing
I would advise you to flash a safe kernel first before doing any wipe and flashing any roms. Siyah is a safe bet.
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1. Download ROM Manager and you'll be able to flash any ROMs you wish using that.
2. All the PA versions are working fine, so just browse through and choose for yourself.
3. Asking questions like that is against forum rules because they often lead to arguments. The best advice is just to download and flash different kernels and stick with which ever one you're happy with.
4. It really doesn't matter in which order you flash them. The result is still the same. I personally always flash the ROM first, but it doesn't make a difference.
5. If you use ROM Manager, as mentioned previously, even if you have to do a full wipe when flashing a different ROM, it doesn't matter because you can simply download it again anyway. Or just save it to your SD card.
6. The changes if bricking your phone are higher if you're worried about it. Just be sure to read all instructions given about installation and follow them perfectly and you'll be fine.
If after reading about flashing ROMs you are still worried, then you're better off waiting for a bit until you've done more research into what exactly is needed.
I'm a product of the system I was born to destroy!
Thanks for your replys.
just follow the steps mentioned and follow some video (like on youtube) and it'll be easy!
Would it be to much to ask if someone could put a link to the right paranoid android rom for my phone please
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toonarmy4life said:
Would it be to much to ask if someone could put a link to the right paranoid android rom for my phone please
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ParanoidAndroid for GT I9100: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1580070
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Cheers jokesy
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I don't recommend using ROM Manager since it can brick the phone.
Why don't flash custom kernel and use real CWMR?
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It really doesn't matter in which order you flash them. The result is still the same
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Most ROM zips include kernels, so if somebody wants to stay with the same kernel, then it's necessary to flash custom kernel again.
przemcio510 said:
I don't recommend using ROM Manager since it can brick the phone.
Why don't flash custom kernel and use real CWMR?
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I agree, I wouldn't recommend rom manager for the s2
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I just mentioned ROM Manager from personal preference to be honest.
I've always used it on my S2 and never had a problem with it.
I'm a product of the system I was born to destroy!
KidCarter93 said:
I just mentioned ROM Manager from personal preference to be honest.
I've always used it on my S2 and never had a problem with it.
I'm a product of the system I was born to destroy!
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Yeah, but lots of people have bricked because of it
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So should i flash siyah kernal then flash a new rom
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You can flash any rom personally i love cm 9 and it is safe to flash with cwm. I was worried the first time too
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Ok so i've downloaded paranoid android and gapps ive nandroid backed up i've efs backed up all thats left to do is flash pa lol is it defently safe using rachmet3 temp cwm.zip or should i download a new temp cwm or use permanent cwm through flashing siyah kernal. Just coz i have no pc to revive a bricked phone and i wont beable to check online for solutions as my phone will be bricked.
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You will need a pc if for example you flash a kernel and somethings not right.You cant get cwm, only download mode.
That happened to me when I flashed a siyah kernel.Phone was stuck and I couldnt boot into cwm.Only way to fix was boot to download mode and use odin/pc.
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Thanks for letting me know. I think i'l pass on a new rom for now then. Im gutted coz i really wanted to try pa rom it looks ace
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toonarmy4life said:
Thanks for letting me know. I think i'l pass on a new rom for now then. Im gutted coz i really wanted to try pa rom it looks ace
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I can help you from here, pretty simple
Within the next 30 mins, you should be running PA.
First, flash Siyah kernel with your temporary CWM recovery. Very safe
when you are done, let me know

rooting I9100

hello everybody
my sister bought a new s2 and wants me to make it run on jellybam but as I'm not used to s2 (i have s3) i have no idea how to root the mobile and from where can i get cwm for s2
may anyone help me...i will be very thankful to you
N.B. it runs on 4.0.4 official now
You can flash PhilZ-kernel with built-in CWM recovery. Have a look at PhilZ-kernel thread to find the appropriate kernel for you.
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Read read read And don't try anything before you did.
AndDiSa said:
You can flash PhilZ-kernel with built-in CWM recovery. Have a look at PhilZ-kernel thread to find the appropriate kernel for you.
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from where can I get it?
does it require PC and odin or not?
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In http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1877270 you can find your appropriate kernel, but you need to choose the right one, because the latest kernels are for JellyBean only.
No, you don't need Odin/heimdall and you don't' need a PC even if it's better to have one at hand when it comes to issues.
One hint: read and try to understand everything before flashing. If you are unsure, ask, otherwise there is a chance to brick the device, especially with 4.0.4 stock (-> brick bug)
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AndDiSa said:
In http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1877270 you can find your appropriate kernel, but you need to choose the right one, because the latest kernels are for JellyBean only.
No, you don't need Odin/heimdall and you don't' need a PC even if it's better to have one at hand when it comes to issues.
One hint: read and try to understand everything before flashing. If you are unsure, ask, otherwise there is a chance to brick the device, especially with 4.0.4 stock (-> brick bug)
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okay thanks dude, but is there a safe one even if with a PC, I'm used to rooting and flashing recovery mods and kernels using PC and odin for my s3 and it is very safe and no chance of bricking the phone, so is there a similar way for s2 ?
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ahmed bahaa said:
okay thanks dude, but is there a safe one even if with a PC, I'm used to rooting and flashing recovery mods and kernels using PC and odin for my s3 and it is very safe and no chance of bricking the phone, so is there a similar way for s2 ?
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just download the 'Siyah kernel v 5.0.1' (.tar file for flash with Pc odin) from the link below and flash the same on ur phone using PC odin, it will root ur phone and install a working, brick free cwm recovery, which u can use to flash any custom rom/kernel of ur choice
Siyah Kernel v5.0.1
Sun90 said:
just download the 'Siyah kernel v 5.0.1' (.tar file for flash with Pc odin) from the link below and flash the same on ur phone using PC odin, it will root ur phone and install a working, brick free cwm recovery, which u can use to flash any custom rom/kernel of ur choice
Siyah Kernel v5.0.1
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thanks a lot bro, will give it a try today
btw im going to flash the latest jellybam on i9100 so will siyah have any problem regarding the ROM ? i mean will there be any lag or something ?
CWM matters, not the kernel you're actually on.
Of course if you're on 4.0.4's kernel you can't wipe.
Sent from...this is not even my S2
The Siyah kernel will be overwritten during the jellybam flash anyway......so as mentioned. ...the kernel doesn't matter/won't cause compatibility issues
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ok thanks a lot dudes that really helped a lot

[Q] How to Root and flash cwm

Hello guys, i'm new here on this device. I have GT-i9300 asian firmware and i would like to root and flash CWM.
Can someone show me how to do it, the easiest way for newbie ( example : when i was on N7000, what i did is just flashed safe kernel by Philz from system recovery and i have my phone rooted + CWM ). thank u before if someone can guide me or give me the link how to root + cwm for this device
dollyaja said:
Hello guys, i'm new here on this device. I have GT-i9300 asian firmware and i would like to root and flash CWM.
Can someone show me how to do it, the easiest way for newbie ( example : when i was on N7000, what i did is just flashed safe kernel by Philz from system recovery and i have my phone rooted + CWM ). thank u before if someone can guide me or give me the link how to root + cwm for this device
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Here you go: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1911726
dollyaja said:
Hello guys, i'm new here on this device. I have GT-i9300 asian firmware and i would like to root and flash CWM.
Can someone show me how to do it, the easiest way for newbie ( example : when i was on N7000, what i did is just flashed safe kernel by Philz from system recovery and i have my phone rooted + CWM ). thank u before if someone can guide me or give me the link how to root + cwm for this device
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As always read the guides and stickies. Also YouTube might help
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chrismast said:
As always read the guides and stickies. Also YouTube might help
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my signal very bad here sir when day time..not even playing youtube having bad lags
Cf auto root mate not Cf root for use with pc odin.
Then for cwm flash philz recovery with mobile Odin.
I9100/I9300
mahendru1992 said:
Here you go: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1911726
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Not this method. Im waiting for op /mod to give me edit rights.
In mean time go to general > sticky roll-up and read "understanding the basics" I have links in there for rooting
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Hi guys i'm new to the forum as well, i rooted my SIII (european version) some days ago using this --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695238 and worked great. It was pretty simple and quick, maybe u can use it too (not sure if asian firmware changes something)
Gambit14 said:
Hi guys i'm new to the forum as well, i rooted my SIII (european version) some days ago using this --> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1695238 and worked great. It was pretty simple and quick, maybe u can use it too (not sure if asian firmware changes something)
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Like I just said DO NOT use this method. Chainfire no longer supports it but worse than that, cwm it comes with does not prevent SDS. Do NOT use this method.
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rootSU said:
Like I just said DO NOT use this method. Chainfire no longer supports it but worse than that, cwm it comes with does not prevent SDS. Do NOT use this method.
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Sorry i didn't understand your advicing post :/
I didn't know that CWM version doesn't have SDS fix..so i guess i'll have to change it :/
Gambit14 said:
Sorry i didn't understand your advicing post :/
I didn't know that CWM version doesn't have SDS fix..so i guess i'll have to change it :/
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Only the new cwm are sds save. Try Philz touch for example.
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andrewwright said:
Cf auto root mate not Cf root for use with pc odin.
Then for cwm flash philz recovery with mobile Odin.
I9100/I9300
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How bout framaroot mate? Is it working?
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danierakes said:
How bout framaroot mate? Is it working?
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Older roms only it seems
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chrismast said:
Only the new cwm are sds save. Try Philz touch for example.
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Thanks, i flashed the new cwm that should have SDS fix
So i guess it should be fine to use the cf root and then just update the recovery, right? i mean there's not a big chance of sds on first recovery use
Gambit14 said:
Thanks, i flashed the new cwm that should have SDS fix
So i guess it should be fine to use the cf root and then just update the recovery, right? i mean there's not a big chance of sds on first recovery use
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That's exactly the same as using cf auto root. So why not just use that?
Or just flash recovery if you don't need root. You don't need root if you're flashing a custom rom.
This is ALL covered in general > sticky roll-up > understanding the basics before rooting
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rootSU said:
That's exactly the same as using cf auto root. So why not just use that?
Or just flash recovery if you don't need root. You don't need root if you're flashing a custom rom.
This is ALL covered in general > sticky roll-up > understanding the basics before rooting
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Yes sir, thanks, i know that, i was just wondering about the risk of cf root
Finally, got rooted and cwm with philz cwm, didnt worked with recovery mode methode, so im using odin, and flash the superuser from philz touch recovery. Thanks a lot for your help guys, sorry for lots questions
One more guys, which custom rom closest to with stock tw but good for gaming and daily, and what kernel suits well for them. *I like miui if its possible*
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Try them all. What rom / best rom discussion is not allowed
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rootSU said:
Try them all. What rom / best rom discussion is not allowed
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Well, I think I'm on stock with rooted only here sir,can u give me advice,if I wanna get more performance,which custom kernel suits for stock with so very minimum or non bugs.
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dollyaja said:
Well, I think I'm on stock with rooted only here sir,can u give me advice,if I wanna get more performance,which custom kernel suits for stock with so very minimum or non bugs.
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I cannot advise as what suits me may not suit you, however if you're interested what I use - there are links in my signature.
dollyaja said:
Finally, got rooted and cwm with philz cwm, didnt worked with recovery mode methode, so im using odin, and flash the superuser from philz touch recovery. Thanks a lot for your help guys, sorry for lots questions
One more guys, which custom rom closest to with stock tw but good for gaming and daily, and what kernel suits well for them. *I like miui if its possible*
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I guess the best thing is to check the main features of latest stable roms (based on stock firmware if you want all samsung features) and then try the ones you like the most..
I wanted to try android 4.3 and eliminate all the samsung (mostly useless for me) stuff, so i checked some threads in the forum and now i'm trying the supernexus 3 rom, it's pretty good, with not many customizations, but very lightweight..

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