Hi all,
I recently just bought a used s2 really cheap, this is my first android phone (I had a windows phone previous to this one, dont laugh)
I would like to root it (but not install custom roms because the thought of that scares me) but I am a bit confused about the process. I have watched plenty of videos and read plenty of tutorials but its very confusing (to me anyway).
Just think of me as a tourist asking for directions.
so here is all the information i can give you about the phone:
-Model number: GT-I9100
-Android version: 4.1.2
-Baseband version: I9100XXMS2
-Kernel version: 3.0.31-1211311
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Thu May 16
10:05:20 KST 2013
-Build number: JZO54K.I9100XWLSW
Im fairly sure this phone was bought in Ireland (where I live) so would I need some sort of 'European' variant?
So all I need is someone to point me to which niknak I need to download to get me going, thanks in advance -Liam
Thread stickied near top of Q&A titled '- Flash Stock firmware/ROM + Root' has all the info you need.
LiamFlannery said:
Hi all,
I recently just bought a used s2 really cheap, this is my first android phone (I had a windows phone previous to this one, dont laugh)
I would like to root it (but not install custom roms because the thought of that scares me) but I am a bit confused about the process. I have watched plenty of videos and read plenty of tutorials but its very confusing (to me anyway).
Just think of me as a tourist asking for directions.
so here is all the information i can give you about the phone:
-Model number: GT-I9100
-Android version: 4.1.2
-Baseband version: I9100XXMS2
-Kernel version: 3.0.31-1211311
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Thu May 16
10:05:20 KST 2013
-Build number: JZO54K.I9100XWLSW
Im fairly sure this phone was bought in Ireland (where I live) so would I need some sort of 'European' variant?
So all I need is someone to point me to which niknak I need to download to get me going, thanks in advance -Liam
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Nothing I haven't done in my life on stock 4.1.2 on my i9100. But here you go anyway:
1. Download this .zip file and place it on your external SD card. (link: http://d-h.st/Pyr)
2. Go to recovery mode by turning your phone off and pressing this combo: Volume up + Home button + Power button
3. In recovery, choose to install zip from external storage (as it's the only option to install .zip when you're using stock recovery)
4. After the installation is done, reboot your device and you should see SuperSU app in your drawer. Update it on Play Store as it's an old version.
The reason I gave you this .zip file is because it always works on stock recovery with no issues. Happy rooting
P.S. Sorry for "spamming" this post
thanks
Thanks for the help but I have a question. Are you positive that the ''CWM-SuperSU-v0.97.zip'' that you linked me is the right one? I mean is it right for the s2 I have, the GT-I9100 XWLSW. Also what does the ''XWLSW'' mean anyway?
LiamFlannery said:
Thanks for the help but I have a question. Are you positive that the ''CWM-SuperSU-v0.97.zip'' that you linked me is the right one? I mean is it right for the s2 I have, the GT-I9100 XWLSW. Also what does the ''XWLSW'' mean anyway?
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It's the PDA version, and yes, I personally tested it
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Hey guys,
I just recently discovered the MIUI custom ROM for Android - and i've just fallen in love with it... Unfortunately I am new to this concept of installing custom ROM, and have a few crucial questions. The first one being - is it possible to even install this ROM on my android? I have purchased imported phone, from China (the W007 Android); For this I have done quite a bit of looking around, but unfortunately (where ever I have found a download link) for the MIUI- their all just specific versions (for specific phones). I am sooo interested in installing this onto my phone, but I cannot find a valid version for my phone... The Phone Details Follow:
Android Version: 4.0.3
Baseband Version: MAUI.11AMD.W11.50.SP.V14, 2012/04/20 17:38
Kernel Version: 3.0.13 Sat Jun 9 13:12:07
Build Number: ALPS.ICS.MP.V1.11
Model Number: e1809c_v75_jbl_253
(Please just ask me for anything that is needed)
Second question was... Will I need to Root my phone, inorder to install this custom rom? I was asking this as, I believe that the warranty for the phone becomes void, if it is Rooted?
If you guys could please help me out with this little problem - It would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advanced. :fingers-crossed:
MIUI Rom
Miltonius said:
Hey guys,
I just recently discovered the MIUI custom ROM for Android - and i've just fallen in love with it... Unfortunately I am new to this concept of installing custom ROM, and have a few crucial questions. The first one being - is it possible to even install this ROM on my android? I have purchased imported phone, from China (the W007 Android); For this I have done quite a bit of looking around, but unfortunately (where ever I have found a download link) for the MIUI- their all just specific versions (for specific phones). I am sooo interested in installing this onto my phone, but I cannot find a valid version for my phone... The Phone Details Follow:
Android Version: 4.0.3
Baseband Version: MAUI.11AMD.W11.50.SP.V14, 2012/04/20 17:38
Kernel Version: 3.0.13 Sat Jun 9 13:12:07
Build Number: ALPS.ICS.MP.V1.11
Model Number: e1809c_v75_jbl_253
(Please just ask me for anything that is needed)
Second question was... Will I need to Root my phone, inorder to install this custom rom? I was asking this as, I believe that the warranty for the phone becomes void, if it is Rooted?
If you guys could please help me out with this little problem - It would be greatly appreciated.
Thanks in advanced. :fingers-crossed:
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Hi you have tested MIUI Rom in your W007? It's work?
I took a screenshot of my "About Phone" page but the forum wont let me post it because I'm still a new user.
So I'll just write it ALL here:
___________________________
Model number
GT-I9100
___________________________
Android version
4.0.4
___________________________
Baseband Version
I9100JHLPC
___________________________
Kernel version
3.0.15-1087786
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Sep 5 09:43:03 EEST 2012
___________________________
Build number
IMM76D.JHLPC
I want to root my device. In order to do so, I've been told to select the appropriate Kernel version's file (along with odin, as recommended by many guides here), but as you can see, the Kernel version doesn't show any last three characters which are listed. (like LQ7, or LP4)
I've found a file called "Kernel_I9100BULPC_INSECURE.zip".
Should I use it because the last three characters are identical to the baseband and build number (but not kernel)?
If not, which should I use to ensure that I won't brick my phone?
Thank you, and sorry for the long question.
Just realized that I posted this in the wrong sub-forum.. Is it possible to move this thread to the Galaxy S II I9100 Q&A somehow?
Just use Siyah 4.1.5
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
I am looking to root my UK Galaxy S2 with the best backup/recovery options included;
Code:
Model number GT-l9100
Android version 4.1.2
Baseband version l9100XXMS
Kernel Version: 3.0.31 – 1211311 [email protected] #3. SMP PREEMPT Thu May 16 10:05:20. KST 2013
Build number JZO54K.l9100XWLSW)
From a few days worth of reading it seems as if the best option is http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1877270 (PhilZ-cwm6 - Safe Stock Based Kernel Featuring PhilZ Touch 6
(Enhanced CWM v6.x, now with exFat+ext4+NTFS support)
The part I would like someone to confirm for me if possible is that the correct file to do this for my specific phone/kernel/etc would be the PhilZ-cwm6-XWLSW-XEU-5.06.1-signed.zip found here http://d-h.st/users/philz_touch/?fld_id=17703#files
I believe it to be that based on the "LSW" in the build number - have I deduced this correctly..?
Thought it would be best to try to get it confirmed as most of the guides refer to the kernel code (XWLPX-NEE in that example) not `build number` when they talk about it. Still picking my way through the terminology.
Correct.
It is sufficient that flash the root for your build, nothing more. However i think it is correct
Help please as new to modding Samsung, more used to Iphones! I am trying to get a root for a Galaxy S2. This is all the information from the About Device:
Model Number GT-19100
Android Version 4.1.2
Baseband Version 19100XXMS2
Kernel Version 3.0.31-1211311
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Thu May 16 10:02:20
KST 2013
Build Number JZ054K.19100XWLSW
I have the Root Sim unlock App from Google Play but am unable to use it due to not being able to set Superuser permissions, Please any help would be amazing as I have looked for what I need to do on here but am getting no where.
Thanks Stewart
if you just want root (no custom kernel/recovery) go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s2/orig-development/ics-jb-supersu-stock-recovery-t2796008
Thanks
rgomia said:
if you just want root (no custom kernel/recovery) go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s2/orig-development/ics-jb-supersu-stock-recovery-t2796008
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Thanks for your help
hello - I want to use my redundant Note (GT-N7000) as a dedicated music server - no other functions really necessary other spotify and internet.
I've had the phone rooted (by One Click Root) and it's currently running JB4.1.2. I wanted to download USB Audio Player to get best digital output but they tell me the kernel must support 'isochronous transfer' which apparently the Note mk1 does not do.
Can someone pls advise what kernel I need to get to allow me to proceed, and also if I need to further upgrade to KitKat or Lollipop etc.
(sorry for my ignorance)
Phone build no. JZ054K.N7000XXLT9
current kernel version as shown on phone:
3.0.31 - 1103517
[email protected]#3
SMP PREEMPT Tue Jun 4 20.55.52 KST 2013
Many thanks in hope...
Sam