Hey guys,
I've just updated my Samsung via Kies and it is now running as follows:
Baseband - i9100xxke7
Kernel - i9100xwkg3
Build - Gingerbread xwkg3
This is the Vodafone NZ firmware.
Is there a insecure xwkg3 kernal around? Had a look around the forum, but wasn't able to find one.
Thanks in advance.
You can use the insecure KG1 kernel to root - but you might want to wait until intratech updates the carrier firmware thread with Voda's KG3 so you can flash the KG3 kernel again after rooting.
Anything interesting in there, by the by? I'm on leaked KG6.
EDIT: Looks like it's already uploaded, but Voda's KG3 is still 2.3.3. In that case, any 2.3.3 kernel will do, just flash the stock one back when you're done (Don't use the KG1 kernel, because that's 2.3.4).
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If I flash back the Voda KG3 Kernel, will this still give me root access?
Bhugz said:
If I flash back the Voda KG3 Kernel, will this still give me root access?
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Not unless Voda include root .
jje
Ok, I'm having trouble finding a insecure kg3 kernel to use that is 2.3.3. Can someone please link me to the correct CF-Root v4.1 that I should be using.
Thanks heaps
Bhugz said:
Hey guys,
I've just updated my Samsung via Kies and it is now running as follows:
Baseband - i9100xxke7
Kernel - i9100xwkg3
Build - Gingerbread xwkg3
This is the Vodafone NZ firmware.
Is there a insecure xwkg3 kernal around? Had a look around the forum, but wasn't able to find one.
Thanks in advance.
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Noob question... Looking at kies, it tells me:
PDA:KG3
Phone: KE7
CSC: KG1 (VNZ)
When one starts messing around with rooting etc. is it a case of one firmware for all, or can one actually change the Phone firmware, but not the PDA firmware?
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Hey guys,
I have a question about flashing an insecure kernel to root my phone. Its from Australia on virgin:
PDA: I9100XWKEB
Phone: I9100XXKE6
CSC: I9100XSAKE3
I want to keep my current rom to do a backup after rooting, so does it matter which insecure kernel I choose KE7, KE2 etc? As I cant see one which is XWKEB. I dont want to change to another firmware before rooting as I cant find my current one to download in case I have to return the phone under warranty.
Cheers
Which insecure kernel to use for root with S2 Root
I'm brand new to Android, so please be gentle (I am very experienced with jailbreaking IPhones, but that don't help here!). I've searched the forums but still have no clue as to the answer to this question.
Like the previous poster, I would also like to know which insecure kernel to use for my newly-purchased S2. My details are :
Baseband version : I9100TDUKF2
Kernel version :2.6.35.7-I9100TDUKF2
Build number : GINGERBREAD.DUKF2
Look forward to hearing from someone. And thanks in advance.
KF2 via
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1126522
jje
Let me know if you have any luck
Let me know if you have any luck as i have the same and just cant find any info on this phone. Maybe because its unbranded?
ricky56789 said:
Hey guys,
I have a question about flashing an insecure kernel to root my phone. Its from Australia on virgin:
PDA: I9100XWKEB
Phone: I9100XXKE6
CSC: I9100XSAKE3
I want to keep my current rom to do a backup after rooting, so does it matter which insecure kernel I choose KE7, KE2 etc? As I cant see one which is XWKEB. I dont want to change to another firmware before rooting as I cant find my current one to download in case I have to return the phone under warranty.
Cheers
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unklesoundz said:
Let me know if you have any luck as i have the same and just cant find any info on this phone. Maybe because its unbranded?
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Yeah I just flashed the CF root KE8 kernel via odin then did a clockwork mod backup of the stock rom and it seemed to work ok
Also have a look here
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14995940#post14995940
ricky56789 said:
Yeah I just flashed the CF root KE8 kernel via odin then did a clockwork mod backup of the stock rom and it seemed to work ok
Also have a look here
forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14995940#post14995940
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Thanks ill check it out..
You can use any insecure kernel, I've only ever use insecure KDD.
Evening everyone,
First of all, yes, I am a noob and yes, I know there is a ton of information on this site. I've been reading basically non-stop for the past day and a half and though I've basically figured out everything I need to know (for now) I still have a few questions and need a bit of clarification. If this info is available elsewhere feel free to link and complain about me starting a new thread.
Just got my sII yesterday, info is:
Gingerbread 2.3.3
PDA: I9100MUGKG2
PHONE: I9100MUGKG2
CSC: I9100MBCKG2
Carrier: Virgin Mobile (Canada)
I'm planning on doing CF-Root -> VillainROM and I believe I understand all the steps for that. However, in an attempt to avoid completely voiding my warranty, I was hoping to find a stock kernel that I can flash in case of emergency. It seems as though there isn't one available for Virgin in North America yet, so what's the next best thing? Is KE7 compatible (I'm still a little confused as to whether I need to find a KG2 version or not)?.
One other question, can I root using CF-Root as my phone is now and use the XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1, or is it incompatible due to the fact that my phone is running KG2?
Thanks in advance.
I can't help you with your stock rom question, there's a thread in android dev that has all the stock roms.
To root, just flash the closest cf root kernel, the KG1 one should work ok. You are using one of the 2.3.3 kg2's and kg1 is 2.3.4. If you have any problems you could try the KF2 cf root kernel or one of the .3 kg2 kernels
Samsung are great at mixing around version numbers! We have about 3 diff kg2's!
Once you have flashed vr2.1 I would use the newest ninfetamine kernel (see my sig). It won't autoroot so you may need to use cf root to root.
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veyka said:
I can't help you with your stock rom question, there's a thread in android dev that has all the stock roms.
To root, just flash the closest cf root kernel, the KG1 one should work ok. You are using one of the 2.3.3 kg2's and kg1 is 2.3.4. If you have any problems you could try the KF2 cf root kernel or one of the .3 kg2 kernels
Samsung are great at mixing around version numbers! We have about 3 diff kg2's!
Once you have flashed vr2.1 I would use the newest ninfetamine kernel (see my sig). It won't autoroot so you may need to use cf root to root.
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Thanks for the reply. I hadn't actually heard of the ninfetamine kernel until you mentioned. It there a significant difference between jusing that and just sticking with CF and VillainROM?
getzy57 said:
Thanks for the reply. I hadn't actually heard of the ninfetamine kernel until you mentioned. It there a significant difference between jusing that and just sticking with CF and VillainROM?
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I find them a lot faster than cf root with villainrom, its easy to try it out and you can always flash back.
Ninphetamine doesn't auto root so use cf root to root then flash it.
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Kernel is no use for warranty you want the full firmware .
jje
JJEgan said:
Kernel is no use for warranty you want the full firmware .
jje
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Right, thanks for the correction. That is what I meant, just used the wrong term. Am I right in saying that there is no stock firmware available for Virgin in North America yet, or am I just mission something? I've been frequenting the firmware thread, edit: (linked wrong thread) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928&highlight=canada in hopes of finding it, but nothing for KG2 in North America yet.
Trying to know which kernel to use on my galaxy s II to root it...*
this is my phone info
PDA: I9100UMKE1
Phone: I9100UHKD8
CSC: I9100TCEKE1
Kernel: I9100UMKE4-CL203127
I already downloaded odin and have all the instructions on*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414 but i just dont know which kernel to download. Hope u can help me.. Thank you so much
Luiscofield said:
Trying to know which kernel to use on my galaxy s II to root it...*
this is my phone info
PDA: I9100UMKE1
Phone: I9100UHKD8
CSC: I9100TCEKE1
Kernel: I9100UMKE4-CL203127
I already downloaded odin and have all the instructions on*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414 but i just dont know which kernel to download. Hope u can help me.. Thank you so much
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To start with, go with the CF -root kernel which has the same version of the firmware that you want to flash. The latest firmware available is KH3 and so you choose the CF root KH3 kernel. If you want to use the latest firmware specific to your region then check the stock firmware thread by 'intratech'.
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Luiscofield said:
Trying to know which kernel to use on my galaxy s II to root it...*
this is my phone info
PDA: I9100UMKE1
Phone: I9100UHKD8
CSC: I9100TCEKE1
Kernel: I9100UMKE4-CL203127
I already downloaded odin and have all the instructions on*http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414 but i just dont know which kernel to download. Hope u can help me.. Thank you so much
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You need a KE4 kernel from CF-root. If you can't find KE4 grab the closest KE# one that you can.
You do not want KH3
netcitizen said:
To start with, go with the CF -root kernel which has the same version of the firmware that you want to flash. The latest firmware available is KH3 and so you choose the CF root KH3 kernel. If you want to use the latest firmware specific to your region then check the stock firmware thread by 'intratech'.
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He's not on a KH3 rom, so why should he get a KH3 kernel?
why I dont want KH3? is it corrupt or something?
Why I dont want a KH3?
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He's not on a KH3 rom, so why should he get a KH3 kernel?
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read the post properly. I gave him a generic answer with KH3 as example.
Luiscofield said:
why I dont want KH3? is it corrupt or something?
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No. what he said was to root a KE4 kernel you need a rooted KE4 kernel? that is right.
I gave a generic answer and mentioned KH3 as example since it is the latest firmware.
I have been researching the net on this and the posts in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
I haven't been able to post in there as I am a new user, but if someone can help me with this, it would be great.
I'm trying to upgrade my firmware to XXKH3 - Android 2.3.4.
My current version is:
PDA: I91000XWKE7
PHONE: I9100XXKE4
CSC: I9100OPSKE4
My Galaxy S II is rooted and it's on the OPTUS network in Australia.
My question is, how should I go about it?
Do I download the XXKH3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/C4DRUIJTLL and place that in PDA and PHONE in Odin?
And for CSC do I get this: Optus OPSKG1 CSC: http://www.multiupload.com/EPWZTIMS1F and place it in CSC?
I want to be able to use the OPTUS network on XXKH3, but without OPTUS bloatware. I'm just not sure which files to get so I can be with OPTUS on an Australian firmware if that makes any sense.
My last question is, would this then wipe my data? Or not?
I appreciate any help on this.
justmiike said:
I have been researching the net on this and the posts in http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
I haven't been able to post in there as I am a new user, but if someone can help me with this, it would be great.
I'm trying to upgrade my firmware to XXKH3 - Android 2.3.4.
My current version is:
PDA: I91000XWKE7
PHONE: I9100XXKE4
CSC: I9100OPSKE4
My Galaxy S II is rooted and it's on the OPTUS network in Australia.
Why question is, how should I go about it?
Do I download the XXKH3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/C4DRUIJTLL and place that in PDA and PHONE in Odin?
And for CSC do I get this: Optus OPSKG1 CSC: http://www.multiupload.com/EPWZTIMS1F and place it in CSC?
I want to be able to use the OPTUS network on XXKH3, but without OPTUS bloatware. I'm just not sure which files to get so I can be with OPTUS on an Australian firmware if that makes any sense.
My last question is, would this then wipe my data? Or not?
I appreciate any help on this.
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you are referring to the right thread. clear instructions are given on that thread.
choose the PDA option.
CSC has nothing to do with what languages the firmware supports and it will not add keyboard language support either.
You don't have to change the kernel or root or unroot to flash a new stock firmware.
You can then flash the kernel of your choice.
If you want the CF-root KH3 kernel. refer this thread
If you want to flash stock KH3 kernel you can also do that.
as far as operator bloatware is concerned search for operator specific bloatware removal scripts which can be executed using Gscript app . or a simpler option would be to freeze or uninstall the bloatware apps using Titanium back up Pro.
Thank you for the fast reply.
So pretty much all I need to do is put the XXKH3 Stock Kernel in the PDA option and that's it. So the OPTUS network will not be affected correct?
Then root it and I'm done?
Thanks again!
justmiike said:
Thank you for the fast reply.
So pretty much all I need to do is put the XXKH3 Stock Kernel in the PDA option and that's it. So the OPTUS network will not be affected correct?
Then root it and I'm done?
Thanks again!
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Exactly. I did this yesterday.
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Excellent. Thanks.
I guess my last question is, by doing this, putting the XXKH3 in the PDA option, will this wipe my data?
Should I back up?
Back up apps with Titanium Pro
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Alright will do. Thanks for all your help guys!
let me know how you get on,am severely tempted to flash new firmware just for a change!
Hm. I just put XXKH3 Stock Kernel in PDA and flashed it but my phone still says Android 2.3.3. I used the CF-root KH3 kernel as well to root it again.
What do I need to do to get it to Android 2.3.4? Do I have to place it in PHONE as well?
The ROM is 2.3.4, just about any ROM in original development is. What you are trying to flash is kernel. Best of luck.
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justmiike said:
Hm. I just put XXKH3 Stock Kernel in PDA and flashed it but my phone still says Android 2.3.3. I used the CF-root KH3 kernel as well to root it again.
What do I need to do to get it to Android 2.3.4? Do I have to place it in PHONE as well?
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Er, Kernel is kernel and firmware is firmware. Flashing the kernel won't update the firmware, just the kernel.
Alright I think I understand now.
Downloading the package, which should do it and I guess the stock kernel is used to root/rid yourself of the yellow triangle.
jr866gooner said:
let me know how you get on,am severely tempted to flash new firmware just for a change!
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It went well, the phone is working great.
My data didn't get wiped.
Follow this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
Download the XXKH3 package.
I also used Titanium to backup my apps just in case and MyBackup Pro for contacts etc. but haven't needed to use it.
After you flash that (if you want to root the phone) go to this page http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 and get CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KH3-v4.1-CWM4.zip. Put that in PDA and flash it.
To get rid of the yellow triangle, follow this post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14283369&postcount=2.
That's it. Thanks for all your help guys!
ok so lets say I chose new stock firmware to avoid the triangle,then later wanted to be official,could i plug my phone into kies and updatd to official 2.3.4 without problems?
i would like to try oranges firmware without rooting the device and voiding my warranty!
Intratech said:
Er, Kernel is kernel and firmware is firmware. Flashing the kernel won't update the firmware, just the kernel.
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Understand now, 1 more question my stock rom 2.3.3 it is xwkf1 Singapore version thinking to flash it to the lastest 2.3.4 Europe/ USA rom does it support chinese?
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Hi,
Recently i've updated my SGS2 to the latest via Kies having the below version
Check using *#1234#
PDA: DXKI2
PHONE: DXKI1
CSC: XXKH1
Gingerbread 2.3.3
After that i've downloaded the stock firmware of XXKI3 from Intratech cause i want to use 2.3.5. And flash it via odin. Now when i check my setting, its reflected as the same above.
However when i go to settings, the kernel version change to XXKI3. And still Gingerbread 2.3.3.
I need advise what i did wrongly.
Thanks in advance
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It seems that you downloaded and flashed a file that contained only the kernel and not the entire firmware. Their are two download links, one for the full firmware package and one for the stock kernel.
a kernel is different from a firmware.
poch_1421 said:
a kernel is different from a firmware.
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I think I only flash the kernel. I'm now downloading the full firmware on XXKI3. So just to confirm that I should be flashing the full firmware of XXKI3 in order to get Gingerbread 2.3.5?
Thanks
kenahiro said:
I think I only flash the kernel. I'm now downloading the full firmware on XXKI3. So just to confirm that I should be flashing the full firmware of XXKI3 in order to get Gingerbread 2.3.5?
Thanks
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Yes.full firmware is something 200+mb and kernel file is only 5+mb.
Be careful what version of ki3 you are going to flash
The original one has the new bootloader and you can not reset the counter with jig
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How to see whether its the original firmware with the new bootloader?
I got the one from intratech on version XXKI3. Is that the new original?
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kenahiro said:
How to see whether its the original firmware with the new bootloader?
I got the one from intratech on version XXKI3. Is that the new original?
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You need to actually take the time to read the post instead of asking other's to read the post for you .
jje