All,
I am a noob. I admit it. I have checked the threads and the Q&A but haven't been able to decipher a workable answer to my problem, so please forgive me if I'm repeating a past problem.
I successfully rooted my i777 (ICS) phone using Heimdall and my Mac terminal following steps found at galaxys2root.com. I downloaded ClockworkMod Manager and tried to back up my current, stock MOD before attempting to flash a different one. That's when the phone never came out of the backup. I can still get into download mode and have tried flashing the file originally used to root, but to no avail. I have tried taking the battery out, still will not boot up. Is there a way to flash a new ROM with Heimdall? And if so (not knowing exactly how to use Heimdall) how to do that? As a noob, I understand that there will be eyerolling at this post, but I could really use some help to recover my phone.
Thank you.
SOLVED: Thanks to XDA and this website wiki.cyanogenmod.com/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S_II_%28AT%26T%29:_Full_Update_Guide) for getting me out of a jam and teaching me how to untar a file!! love to learn new things!!!
ncgator17 said:
All,
I am a noob. I admit it. I have checked the threads and the Q&A but haven't been able to decipher a workable answer to my problem, so please forgive me if I'm repeating a past problem.
I successfully rooted my i777 (ICS) phone using Heimdall and my Mac terminal following steps found at galaxys2root.com. I downloaded ClockworkMod Manager and tried to back up my current, stock MOD before attempting to flash a different one. That's when the phone never came out of the backup. I can still get into download mode and have tried flashing the file originally used to root, but to no avail. I have tried taking the battery out, still will not boot up. Is there a way to flash a new ROM with Heimdall? And if so (not knowing exactly how to use Heimdall) how to do that? As a noob, I understand that there will be eyerolling at this post, but I could really use some help to recover my phone.
Thank you.
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Go figure.
Start over with files located on these forums. then afterwards, you may ask questions.
yes you can flash with heimdall, there are guides.
EDIT:
There are guides on THIS forum.
Follow creepy's guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311081 and reflash the stock ROM. That should get you to the point where you can do what you want. And NEVER follow any guides at galaxys2root.com - we have more people coming here after f***ing up their phones using the instructions on that site.
mvi57 said:
Follow creepy's guide http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1311081 and reflash the stock ROM. That should get you to the point where you can do what you want. And NEVER follow any guides at galaxys2root.com - we have more people coming here after f***ing up their phones using the instructions on that site.
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I got it fixed flashing a new kernel. I appreciate the help. And will steer clear of that website from now on.
ncgator17 said:
I got it fixed flashing a new kernel. I appreciate the help. And will steer clear of that website from now on.
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Steer clear of websites that aren't this one
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Zedomax and rom manager. Epic
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Has anyone told him to not use rom manager either? It's known to mess shiz up.
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I am on Verizon in USA. I want to root my phone to android 2.2. Can anybody show me the process on how to do it???? I am sick of this default bing search on this phone....
thanks in advance....
Study.. Start in the fascinate general stickies
Rocking dj05 and jt's voodoo 5
neh4pres said:
Study.. Start in the fascinate general stickies
Rocking dj05 and jt's voodoo 5
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Can you give me the link????
pratikjac said:
Can you give me the link????
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Seriously...it's a sticky lol. Do a simple search!
Follow the link and read. Start at step 1 which will bring you to Android Central. I rooted this way and it was great..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=897889
I am running on EA28 firmware. all the threads tell about DL09. any difference?
Not to be an ass or anything, but if you can't figure out how to root the phone, find a stickied thread, or what needs done to flash ROMs, than you should stay away from 2.2 until you can. Odds are, you'll end up flashing something you shouldn't and it will be harder to get back to a working phone. Read through the threads and stickies first and gain an understanding of how to accomplish whatever it is you want to do.
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I am running on EA28 firmware. all the threads tell about DL09. any difference?
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I was able to root while on EA28, but make sure you read the "Note to Stock Users" at the bottom of the first post on this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=913470
If you are new to rooting or new to rooting this phone, you really need to read the instructions carefully (no skimming!) a few times before starting. It took me about three hours to root and install DL30 the night I got my phone (including time I goofed things up).
Good luck!
Odin is unable to detect the phone. I have put the phone in download mode by pressing DOWN volume button and inserting usb at the same time. what should i do for Odin to detect my phone?
i am using Odin3 v1.30
Does your computer recognize it at all
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pratikjac said:
Odin is unable to detect the phone. I have put the phone in download mode by pressing DOWN volume button and inserting usb at the same time. what should i do for Odin to detect my phone?
i am using Odin3 v1.30
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Did you install the Samsung drivers?
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ok so i was able to connect my phone and run the .md5 file through odin onto my phone. now when i tried to run the update.zip file through install mode on the phone nothing happens. i just get a 'android guy with yield sign'
what should i do????
pratikjac said:
ok so i was able to connect my phone and run the .md5 file through odin onto my phone. now when i tried to run the update.zip file through install mode on the phone nothing happens. i just get a 'android guy with yield sign'
what should i do????
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What md5 file?
You need to be descriptive! What are you trying to do?
Slow down!
I researched information and asked questions for a week before I did anything. And at that point i knew every step that I needed to do in detail...
In contrast you seem to be just jumping in...
For now, if you're phone don't work, search for the di01 all in 1 package and use odin to push it to your phone in PDA section.. Only use PDA SECTION..
Then write me back on here telling me exactly what you want. Then ill write you a step by step procedure to get you threre..
Rocking dj05, themed superdark w/o swype mod, voodoo 5, with custom boot and shutdown..
Seriously, stop posting and start reading...
pratikjac said:
ok so i was able to connect my phone and run the .md5 file through odin onto my phone. now when i tried to run the update.zip file through install mode on the phone nothing happens. i just get a 'android guy with yield sign'
what should i do????
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You're in the right place, but you really should heed the advice you've already been given and read what's available before you make a costly mistake...
I started with the same stock configuration as you. Thanks to several hard-working devs (adrynalyne; jt1134 and others willing to document steps for us noobs), I'm now running Froyo with all the functionality I've been after since I bought this thing... Honestly, it's like a new phone.
EVERY question and glitch along the way had already been addressed on these forums - it's all there for the searching.
Also, I gather that folks will more patiently assist you if you *do* get into a fix if it appears you're willing to first RTPFM (read the proverbial f#$%^&* manual .
best of luck with it.
Quick hit. I have a fascinate as well I used superoneclick and it says it is rooted but when I try to to use an app taht requires su permissions it says my phone is not rooted ?
Do you want to root stock Verizon or do you want to load pre-rooted Rom with bing removed (as well as other bloatware etc.)?
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ddaub said:
Quick hit. I have a fascinate as well I used superoneclick and it says it is rooted but when I try to to use an app taht requires su permissions it says my phone is not rooted ?
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read post #89 in the sticky up top!
Droidstyle, you are on the fascinate forums more than me. I don't know if that is good or sad? LOL!! Your succinct responses are appreciated I am sure.
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This kid just disappeared after he torched his phone... Lmao.. This thread was from forever ago
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But the question from ddaub was from yesterday. (Even tho the thread is old)
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OK, so I have a Samsung Fascinate. I asked a friend at work (we are wireless consultants) about rooting an android phone. Well he took it and rooted it and did not show me anything or teach me anything about it. So i have a rooted phone and I dont know what to do now. He said that he could not get Odin on my phone. Ive seen the name Odin used a lot, but unfortunately I dont know what that really does. I guess I just need it explained more clearly. Also I would like to unroot my phone and do it myself, so I can learn how to do it and more about it, but I have no idea how. Ive seen links for unrooting, but most involve Odin, which I do not have. Is there a better way to root your phone, or will any way work? Do I install Odin pre root? I need help! So, if anybody would like to help me i would be greatly appreciative. I really want to learn more about these things and desperately need somebody's guidance.
N9ne Tails said:
OK, so I have a Samsung Fascinate. I asked a friend at work (we are wireless consultants) about rooting an android phone. Well he took it and rooted it and did not show me anything or teach me anything about it. So i have a rooted phone and I dont know what to do now. He said that he could not get Odin on my phone. Ive seen the name Odin used a lot, but unfortunately I dont know what that really does. I guess I just need it explained more clearly. Also I would like to unroot my phone and do it myself, so I can learn how to do it and more about it, but I have no idea how. Ive seen links for unrooting, but most involve Odin, which I do not have. Is there a better way to root your phone, or will any way work? Do I install Odin pre root? I need help! So, if anybody would like to help me i would be greatly appreciative. I really want to learn more about these things and desperately need somebody's guidance.
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Odin is a program that you download on your PC. Google it. If I was near my computer, I would post a link. With Odin, you can push files to your phone when it is turned off and even when the battery is out. If you want to start rooting and flashing custom roms and kernels you must learn about Odin.
Sent from a guy who needs a fix about as bad as the CM7 radio
Ok, downloaded Odin. Now what? How do I unroot my phone?
N9ne Tails said:
Ok, downloaded Odin. Now what? How do I unroot my phone?
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Look, rooting is simple. You really don't need to learn how to do it. What you need to learn is clockworkmod recovery and flashing custom roms and kernels. But, if you insist on learning, I will provide you with links to do so when I get off work. For now, copy and paste this in your browser. It should help you until I can further:
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=948722
Sent from a guy who needs a fix about as bad as the CM7 radio
Awesome. You rock. Thank you very much. I really appreciate it!
N9ne Tails said:
Awesome. You rock. Thank you very much. I really appreciate it!
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No problem
Sent from a guy who needs a fix about as bad as the CM7 radio
Even if I could just learn about CWM recovery and flashing that would be great.
N9ne Tails said:
Even if I could just learn about CWM recovery and flashing that would be great.
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This is a great how-to on installing clockworkmod recovery (CWM) and using it to flash files. It even includes screenshot visual aids:
http://forum.androidcentral.com/ver...-clockworkmod-recovery-w-screen-captures.html
flashing stuff is easy in cwm.. once you get that on your phone, flashing is as simple as selecting a file and pushing a button. the phone does all the work for you
Where do I get CWM? Cant find it
N9ne Tails said:
Where do I get CWM? Cant find it
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Not knowing if your coworker installed a custom ROM or just rooted your phone and left it at stock, and considering you are just learning rooting and flashing, the best CWM to install for you would be this one:
http://www.multiupload.com/SHV23CASBP
If you read the thread I linked you to, that CWM file is in there and you should understand the basics of flashing zip files in CWM.
If you are still stock, your phone will revert back to stock recovery and you will lose this CWM once you boot your phone unless you boot directly to CWM after you flash the CWM file in ODIN then flash a custom kernel in CWM. So you may want to read the above linked thread on placing zip files on your sd card to flash in CWM, then follow the instructions in the thread to flash one of these nonvoodoo custom kernels:
ComaVolt from times_infinity: http://db.tt/l0LPzy7
PBJ from imnuts: https://sites.google.com/a/imnuts.n..._fascinate_sv_novoodoo.zip?attredirects=0&d=1
Either one will work fine.
Hi guys,
I'm sure there must be one somewhere but after a week of searching I can't find one. Can someone please post a step by step guide of how to flash a rom with clockworkmod without using a PC? I would like Ice cream sandwich with a good battery life. The rom I have at the moment I only get about 20hrs out of.
I have already done a nandroid backup of the rom I currently have and have backed up my apps and system setting using titanium backup. Does this mean that my phone is 100% recoverable should something go wrong?
Links and a tutorial would be very much appreciated. Kinda nervy about bricking my phone.
Thanks.
PS. how do I mark a thread as resolved?
1.copy the rom zip file to sd card
2.choose "install zip from sd"
3.NAvigate the file and start flashing
Also start reading the forums, its already there, your post shows you havent read
Thanks for the help. I looked but could only find threads where Odin was involved and didn't want to risk doing anything wrong. Does it matter what I have already got, do I need to wipe anything b4 flash? I have read some posts about flash going wrong because some steps weren't completed to wipe something but it wasn't specific to cwm. Also the roms confuse me there seem to be different versions does it matter which one I pick and will my phone be recoverable without the aid of a computer if something goes wrong?
Sorry for all the noob questions I know they must be really annoying!
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Cookoospite said:
Thanks for the help. I looked but could only find threads where Odin was involved and didn't want to risk doing anything wrong. Does it matter what I have already got, do I need to wipe anything b4 flash? I have read some posts about flash going wrong because some steps weren't completed to wipe something but it wasn't specific to cwm. Also the roms confuse me there seem to be different versions does it matter which one I pick and will my phone be recoverable without the aid of a computer if something goes wrong?
Sorry for all the noob questions I know they must be really annoying!
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Try reading the threads linked here
They should explain everything you need to know about flashing and how to recovery from a bad flash.
Also backup your EFS with Ktool after your rooted.
If something goes "wrong", you're pretty much going to be boned everytime without access to a computer given your phone will likely only be able to be put into download mode at best and the only solution to most of these problems is to re-flash something.
In other words, I'd highly recommend not flashing anything unless you've got a computer handy if you're that worried about things not going to plan.
You are not going to get "ice cream sandwich with a good battery life" right now. ICS builds out at the moment are incomplete/very much alpha builds and not recommended for people who are looking for a trouble-free SGS2 experience.
If you have a Nandroid backup, you can use that to get your phone back to the state it was in when you took the backup so long as your phone has CW Recovery working.
So far as different roms go, read the threads devoted to the roms in the development section & get to know the features/plus/minuses & other users' experiences with these roms then you can make an informed decision about what you might like to try.
Different roms sometimes have different installation instructions, these will be in the thread dedicated to the rom in question.
Cookoospite said:
Thanks for the help. I looked but could only find threads where Odin was involved and didn't want to risk doing anything wrong. Does it matter what I have already got, do I need to wipe anything b4 flash? I have read some posts about flash going wrong because some steps weren't completed to wipe something but it wasn't specific to cwm. Also the roms confuse me there seem to be different versions does it matter which one I pick and will my phone be recoverable without the aid of a computer if something goes wrong?
Sorry for all the noob questions I know they must be really annoying!
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Reading things properly instead of quick glancing will help.
There is various sticky topics that give all the info you need.
Cookoospite said:
Thanks for the help. I looked but could only find threads where Odin was
Odin is for flashing stock Samsung roms mostly CWM for flashing custom built roms that have been developed to flash via CWM only .
If you follow instructions SGS2 flash is 99% safe and the 1 % of bricked phones are 99% recoverable > Not following instructions or understanding and you can reverse those figures + custom rom or root or beta ICS voids your warranty .
So read and learn .
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Lol would love too and have been but I still have a computer that doesn't like Odin so feel like I have to triple check everything. Heimdall works but can't find out what partitions to put the files in and there doesn't seem to be any specific packages for it. If I could fix my phone when if bricked I'd learn by trial and error.
Thanks for the heads up guys.
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Noob here, thanks in advance for any help. I have a rooted vzw note 2 through Odin root66, I've tried unsuccessfully to flash a new rom, always get the dreaded yellow triangle from big brother. I need to unlock the bootloader but am still a bit timid in exploiting things. I've tried flashing with clockwork mod and goo, with the same result, and manage to return to root using Odin root66 etc... I wonder if I can use casual since I'm already rooted? I'm on stock Os 4.1.1, so close and yet so far away from flashing... any help appreciated, thanks
avatarzan said:
Noob here, thanks in advance for any help. I have a rooted vzw note 2 through Odin root66, I've tried unsuccessfully to flash a new rom, always get the dreaded yellow triangle from big brother. I need to unlock the bootloader but am still a bit timid in exploiting things. I've tried flashing with clockwork mod and goo, with the same result, and manage to return to root using Odin root66 etc... I wonder if I can use casual since I'm already rooted? I'm on stock Os 4.1.1, so close and yet so far away from flashing... any help appreciated, thanks
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You have to use Causal if you want to flash a rom. Rooting just gives you root access, to flash a rom your bootloader has to be unlocked and you have to have a custom recovery installed. Thats what Casual does, it unlocks your bootloader and installs you first custom recovery for you. Once that is done you will be able to flash roms, not before.
How did you miss that? Its written in all the guides.
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missed it
shangrila500 said:
You have to use Causal if you want to flash a rom. Rooting just gives you root access, to flash a rom your bootloader has to be unlocked and you have to have a custom recovery installed. Thats what Casual does, it unlocks your bootloader and installs you first custom recovery for you. Once that is done you will be able to flash roms, not before.
How did you miss that? Its written in all the guides.
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I rooted before I ever found this forum...so I missed it....until now. My question is can I use Casual now that I'm rooted? I don't want to brick....I'm running stock rom and rooted and what I've read doesn't address my situation...or I totally missed it if it does...
Mahalo for your reply
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I rooted before I ever found this forum...so I missed it....until now. My question is can I use Casual now that I'm rooted? I don't want to brick....I'm running stock rom and rooted and what I've read doesn't address my situation...or I totally missed it if it does...
Mahalo for your reply
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I wish you could. I didn't see the Casual One Click until 5 minutes after I rooted. When you try casual, it will check your bootloader and give you a long message saying a lot of things that basically call you dumb for not reading. I'm currently trying to return to stock but I can't extract an .xz file to get it back to stock because it fails at sboot.bin. Sorry man
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I wish you could. I didn't see the Casual One Click until 5 minutes after I rooted. When you try casual, it will check your bootloader and give you a long message saying a lot of things that basically call you dumb for not reading. I'm currently trying to return to stock but I can't extract an .xz file to get it back to stock because it fails at sboot.bin. Sorry man
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It sounds like I am in that boat. There has to be some sort of fix for this right? It has been a long week for me this time rooting, wow.
Yogurt HBI said:
I wish you could. I didn't see the Casual One Click until 5 minutes after I rooted. When you try casual, it will check your bootloader and give you a long message saying a lot of things that basically call you dumb for not reading. I'm currently trying to return to stock but I can't extract an .xz file to get it back to stock because it fails at sboot.bin. Sorry man
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If it fails at sboot.bin use the alternative recovery ROM in droidstyles guide and flash it in Odin.
As far as I knew you can use CASUAL to unlock, you just have to use the newest version.
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Same problem
I brought this VZW Note 2 off of craigslist and it was already rooted. I was wanting to flash jelly beans v19 and tried to install TWRP but CWM was already installed and I really forgot what I did its been 10 hours already following guides and the only thing that works is odin, pit and root66 but anything else I try after getting the phone back up fails and root66 would not pass the last several times but this last time it did. I suspect the bootloader is locked but I'm rooted. I want to clear everything and install a fresh rom since I don't know the history and the phone was freezing and glitchy but I did not check see what rom the previous owner had installed and by the way Im a total newb but really have been seaching threads to solve this before posting but with no luck. Any help much appreciated
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I brought this VZW Note 2 off of craigslist and it was already rooted. I was wanting to flash jelly beans v19 and tried to install TWRP but CWM was already installed and I really forgot what I did its been 10 hours already following guides and the only thing that works is odin, pit and root66 but anything else I try after getting the phone back up fails and root66 would not pass the last several times but this last time it did. I suspect the bootloader is locked but I'm rooted. I want to clear everything and install a fresh rom since I don't know the history and the phone was freezing and glitchy but I did not check see what rom the previous owner had installed and by the way Im a total newb but really have been seaching threads to solve this before posting but with no luck. Any help much appreciated
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Flash Root66 or the alternative restore with the NAND erase box in Odin checked. If it won't flash just the ROM in Odin try flashing the ROM + the PIT by following the instructions in droidstyles guide in Android Development.
You would do better to make your own thread too.
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ok so i was trying to flash a new modem to my note and accidentally flashed the wrong file now it wont boot but odin still recognizes it. im in need of a stock odin tar to flash via odin to see if it will fix my brick but all the links im finding on the forum are dead.
if anyone has a copy of ANY ROM stock, non stock, rooted, unrooted whatever i would really appreciate the upload!!!!
thanks in advance
rookie407
Rookie407 said:
ok so i was trying to flash a new modem to my note and accidentally flashed the wrong file now it wont boot but odin still recognizes it. im in need of a stock odin tar to flash via odin to see if it will fix my brick but all the links im finding on the forum are dead.
if anyone has a copy of ANY ROM stock, non stock, rooted, unrooted whatever i would really appreciate the upload!!!!
thanks in advance
rookie407
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On my phone at work and dont have file with me, check the Super Everything thread or run a search. Your not the first to need this.
Need to be careful
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On my phone at work and dont have file with me, check the Super Everything thread or run a search. Your not the first to need this.
Need to be careful
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if your refering to the "all in one stock root rom" thread i've checked that already and all the att links are dead.
Just plug it into KIES and restore to stock, root then install your custom rom.
Rookie407 said:
if your refering to the "all in one stock root rom" thread i've checked that already and all the att links are dead.
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in General Forums / Super Everything Thread
you did not list your carrier or device in your post, but there is a whole list of options here. I have myself scanned through list and yes am aware many of links are dead, yet this was the 2nd one I checked.
if this is for your device and what you are looking for then you are ready to go.
here is the thread containing the file, first link is up
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2261598
if not, check the last post in this thread. you will find a link provided from "developweb", see if that is what you are looking for, be sure to hit his thanks button. I am not going to send one of my files, again simply, because you have not told anyone device or carrier. you have already flashed wrong file once and I don't know how, but I don't want to be responsible for anyone bricking their device.
you have been a member long enough to know what information folks need and long enough to know to read. if you can provide this information, then maybe I can help you further if needed.
good luck and keep us posted
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Just plug it into KIES and restore to stock, root then install your custom rom.
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only problem with that is that the device wont turn on and KIES doesnt recognize it. just tryed to flash a recovery via odin and it failed also... guess im stuck with yet another paper weight.
Rookie407 said:
only problem with that is that the device wont turn on and KIES doesnt recognize it. just tryed to flash a recovery via odin and it failed also... guess im stuck with yet another paper weight.
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Got you. Well there's a bunch of modems here but you will have to decide your own course. I can't offer any advice on them. Good luck!
Version: 4.1.2
Date: 2013-03-31
PDA: I717UCMD3
CSC: I717ATTMD3
PHONE:I717UCMD3
URL: http://terafile.co/71641c73615e/I717UCMD3_I717ATTMD3_ATT.zip