samsung kies and windows 8 - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

samsung kies is not working on windows 8 build 7989 and keeps crashing, any ideas? im in the process of installing a windows 7 virtual machine right now.

How did you get Windows 8? :O
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bruflot said:
How did you get Windows 8? :O
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The beta... or probably not even that, probably an alpha, has been leaked.
Anyway to the OP, well you are using a very preliminary version, so bugs are expected...
And I hope you don't do any flashing on that PC, virtual machine or not.

Did you try running KIES in Comparability mode?

"samsung kies is not working on windows 8 build 7989 and keeps crashing, any ideas? im in the process of installing a windows 7 virtual machine right now."
Tell Samsung or maybe Microsoft to fix it.

Is there a readily available download location for windows 8 alpha?

That build is old and you shouldn't expect many programs to work on it.
Better to wait for a public RC release to use that.

the virtual machine program vmware wasnt even working with windows 8 so i just said the hell with it and re installed windows 7 and i will run windows 8 in a virtual machine i will wait for the public beta before i try anything again

I already having enough issues with KIES on a 64 bit OS. Let alone an alpha build of another Windows. Lol. good luck with that!

Well, KIES is not working properly on windows 7 or other OS so what do you expect?
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W8 Is not yet released so it won't work good at all. Try the compability mode if still doesn't work then must be something with w8.

tried, all compatibility mode giving same error
"Kies has stopped working"
A problem caused the program to stop working correctly.
Windows will close the program and notify you if a solution is available.
guys. is there any way to connect my SAMSUNG SMARTPHONE to my computer?
i am using internet via tethering. i just barrow my friends 2G internet USB.

don't use win8 because if kies crash or odin when u installing the rom maybe u will have a hard brake because

erik10002 said:
samsung kies is not working on windows 8 build 7989 and keeps crashing, any ideas? im in the process of installing a windows 7 virtual machine right now.
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Why are you using an old build? 8250 is out now the consumer preview why don't you download that & then try kies again?
Or set xp compatibility mode on kies.

The problem is .Net Framework 4.5 that won't work with kies
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bruflot said:
How did you get Windows 8? :O
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http://windows.microsoft.com/en-GB/windows-8/consumer-preview
Freely available for download there, buddy.
And it's a "CONSUMER PREVIEW" which means it hit Beta... Beta meaning it's considered the final UI look unless something terribly wrong is flagged. It's quite possible in "Beta mode" that things might not run. It does seem like a Windows 7 with a more polished UI though, so I'm thinking getting KIES to run is a minor issue.
I wonder if slmgr -rearm still works.

Dude he put up the above question in Aug..any way beta build is what I am using
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Yup in consumer preview kies not supported . But windows 8 is giving good experience .
Very fast booting time and eye candy looks .
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Ok first update to windows 8 CP build 8250 with all Net. Framework and updates installed.
Second run Kies in windows 7 compatibility mode and as administrator.
Good luck
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Works fine for me, required the net framework installed but it did that automagically.
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[Q] How can i Update GS2 without windows ????

Hi,
Can anyone help me out, I have mac and of course you cant update your GS2 through a mac, Kies mini doesn't support GS2. I don't have a windows pc in the house ...........any suggestions
Great Phone by the way!!!!!!!!
Bootcamp is the only way afaik
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Whats that, where can i get it and how does it work........sorry i'm new to this!!!
Scober said:
Whats that, where can i get it and how does it work........sorry i'm new to this!!!
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You will need to buy a copy of Windows and install it side by side with your Mac OSX via Bootcamp
Best option is to Google it, Apple have a lot of information on it (its very easy to do)
Parellels should work as well. Very similar to bootcamp, but it runs inside osx.
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Parellels should work as well. Very similar to bootcamp, but it runs inside osx.
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Not really as Bootcamp runs a Native version of Windows while Parelles is Emulation software
Can u not just sign up with ur samsung account to get OTA directly on the phone via Settings menu!?
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Windows 8 drivers now compatible!

If you are using Windows 8 Dev Preview and download the drivers directly from HTC they are now supporting us! I redownloaded them today for ****s and giggles, lo and behold they work now!
http://www.htc.com/us/support/rezound-verizon/downloads/
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If you are using Windows 8 Dev Preview and download the drivers directly from HTC they are now supporting us! I redownloaded them today for ****s and giggles, lo and behold they work now!
http://www.htc.com/us/support/rezound-verizon/downloads/
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Awesome, thanks for this man
No problem! I am just happy I don't have to load up a Win7 restore partition.
Doesn't work for me...
Windows 8 64bit
HTC Sync 3.0.5606
HTC Driver 3.0.0.017
Tried Fastboot, HTC Sync, Debugging on/off
HTC Drivers Folder is empty only drivers are in the BMP folder (useless)
Have you been allowing Windows to update on its own?
AtLemacks said:
Have you been allowing Windows to update on its own?
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Yes... Sometimes I get bored and check.for updates
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Tachi91 said:
Yes... Sometimes I get bored and check.for updates
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I don't know what to tell you then, sorry. Maybe check in with /build and see if they have any solution ideas for you?
a bit old, but I found this thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1775870
this resolved for me. I had to kinda force the drivers in there, but got fastboot working.
windows 8 enterprise 64 bit is what I'm running
Anyone still have the driver installer? The link brings you to the home support page now and I need this driver.

Android FileTransfer does not work with OSX Mountain Lion (10.8)

Anyone else here using OSX (10.8) Mountain Lion? Android File Transfer doesn't seem to work with it now....
its working grt over mine...
working grt on my device /...
i m using omega rom android file manager working grt
on the jellybean rom ums working grt also..
everything is fine over here...
i dont have any problem with my macbookpro ( osx mountain lion)
Seems like android doesn't like Apple but that's not news
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I'm on omega 8.1 and Android file transfer doesn't work on mountain lion for me either.
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it works grt just remember u shud tick on camera (ptp)
then it will works i m using omega 7.1 ll chk on latest omega rom soooonnn,....
raman21raman said:
it works grt just remember u shud tick on camera (ptp)
then it will works i m using omega 7.1 ll chk on latest omega rom soooonnn,....
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Hmn, just booted into OSX Lion (10.7) and its not working there either... seems to be since I updated to LFB. Camera mode, media mode, debug on, debug off... nothing works! Yet dropbox still detects me plugging the phone in?!
Anyone else have the same problem?
Ok, just performed a factory reset and still not picking up android file transfer in OSX. My phone is totally standard, non rooted on O2 monthly contract. It was fine before...
there must be some another reason.... but for mee it workss.... grtt....
The new kernels are not compatible with AFT for mac =(
I use Airdroid as a alternative, it performs very well.
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Ever since I updated to LFB I can no longer connect to any version of OSX by cable. It charges, dropbox detects it but no Kies, no Android File Transfer. Its very irritating.
So can anyone confirm they definitely can connect with a UK Galaxy with LFB to OSX by cable????
Khy50 said:
The new kernels are not compatible with AFT for mac =(
I use Airdroid as a alternative, it performs very well.
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Airdroid appears to be capable of only uploading one file at a time though, and can't see the SD card?
it's not google .....it's apple that doesn't like android, and purposely have no plans in supporting mtp, scr3w 'em, just use airdroid instead, works great albeit much slower with large files
p.s. i can upload multiple files at a time, try a different browser, chromium works for me .....safari?....nah, cause it's apple
This is a known bug on LFB. I am using Airdroid to sync too. I hope them fix it on next uk rom.
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Airdroid appears to be capable of only uploading one file at a time though, and can't see the SD card?
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Multiple files work for me. Yes it sucks that it doesn't see the ext. Sd card. Hopefully this bug will be addressed.
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Use airdroid or file expert to transfer files to your mac
or
Use this software from Android.com to connect to your OSX via MTP. I'm on ML 10.8 & it works perfectly.
http://www.android.com/filetransfer/
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AFT does not work on 10.7.4
reinstalled, did not help
I apologize for my english
firmware miui 2.7.20
but the samsung kiss works fine, but I do not see the filesystem on the phone, I can only throw the music and etc
Any of you tested this on osx: http://www.wentnet.com/projects/xnjb/ i know it say it is only working for creative devices but i can see the backend libmtp got the dev/ven id's for the SGS2 and SGS3....
It might need to be upgraded tho to work. I have to wait till after work to be able to test it on ML at home.
BTW i have no problem using CM10 and AFT on ML...
Thanks for all the confirmations guys. Have to say this is really lame! Hope they sort it out soon because I have no way of transferring files via a cable now on OSX which is very weak indeed - it's like having my iPhone back!
PS It can't be Apples fault because it was working fine before I updated to LFB. It must be Samsungs.
Robsa said:
Thanks for all the confirmations guys. Have to say this is really lame! Hope they sort it out soon because I have no way of transferring files via a cable now on OSX which is very weak indeed - it's like having my iPhone back!
PS It can't be Apples fault because it was working fine before I updated to LFB. It must be Samsungs.
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No it is apples fault for not implementing proper MTP... If it was Samsung that borked the MTP protocol then it will affect all the windows users also..
have you tried easy UMS?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1711009

Galaxy S3 and Mac

Hey guys for some reason I am finding that no matter what I do androidtransfer will not work on my Mac with my GS3 . I have also tried airdroid which works ok but can only transfer files not folders. Are there any good alternatives that will allow me to transfer folders between my Mac and GS3?
i m using sync mate (full version) it works well even over wireless too
rest try sgs3 easy ums application you can find it on application/theme thread...
by the way what rom are you using ??? stock/custom??? ICS/JELLY BEAN???
You using Mountain Lion? I have exactly the same problem after the ML upgrade, so either Apple have changed something to break Samsung compatibility (conspiracy, maybe?) or Google need an update for the AFT application.
raman21raman said:
i m using sync mate (full version) it works well even over wireless too
rest try sgs3 easy ums application you can find it on application/theme thread...
by the way what rom are you using ??? stock/custom??? ICS/JELLY BEAN???
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Thanks guys I will give sync mate a go.. I am using Omega V19
Hello to all!
I am using Mac OS X Lion and I have the same problem especially now with Jelly Bean leaked roms.. Android File Transfer was ok and I was doing my job but now nothing... I just use my PC at work but this is no solution actually... So the ones running Jelly Bean roms on S3 what do you use in order to connect your device on OS X Lion?? I should try SyncMate and get back to you...
Try removing and complete uninstalling Kies and all Samsung driver. Worked fine for me
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yoramweil said:
Try removing and complete uninstalling Kies and all Samsung driver. Worked fine for me
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Are you serious? installling drivers on mac?
I mean uninstalling Kies. Of course no drivers...... And not just deleting it from the apps folder but complete uninstall
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yoramweil said:
I mean uninstalling Kies. Of course no drivers...... And not just deleting it from the apps folder but complete uninstall
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Name your operating system.Mountain Lion?Kies is not compatible with mountain lion
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Used to work ok with Kies + Lion. But since Mountain Lion, no juice. I'm using win 8 release preview in a vm to do my Android stuff instead
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The problem is that files installed by Lies interfere with Android file transfer even if. Kies doesn't work anymore but is there after the system update
You have to "install" it again and check uninstall to remove these files
Then android file transfer works like a charm. Did it both on my imac and mcbook
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how did you get it to work?

Connecting New Note II to computer?

Im trying to connect my new Verizon Note II to the computer and im having trouble. Unable to find software on your pc that can recognize your device. Where can I get the Samsung USB Driver for Windows? I have looked and it keeps downloading junk programs.
Thanks
Same exact problem. Beans build 1
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Haloman800 said:
Same exact problem. Beans build 1
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What is Beams build 1?
I get three options Service pack 3, Windows Media Player Version 11 or higher, or Samsung USB Driver for windows. I have Windows Media Player Version 12 so why is this not working? Any suggestions?
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sports96 said:
I get three options Service pack 3, Windows Media Player Version 11 or higher, or Samsung USB Driver for windows. I have Windows Media Player Version 12 so why is this not working? Any suggestions?
Thanks
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Im also running Windows 7 Service Pack 1 would that matter since I do have Windows Media Player 12? I thought it was one or the other. This is killing me I need to get my pictures and music on my phone can someone please help?
Thanks
sports96 said:
Im also running Windows 7 Service Pack 1 would that matter since I do have Windows Media Player 12? I thought it was one or the other. This is killing me I need to get my pictures and music on my phone can someone please help?
Thanks
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Dude, I was having the same damn thing. I was hooking it up to my ACer W500 and it would not recognize it at all. It kept giving me a USB Error (port reset error) or some crap like that. I did a factory refreshm still no go. I went as far as reloading Windows and still no go... So I thought, let me hook it up through a UBS Hub and blam, it worked... Strangest ****! My SGS3 worked fine but the Note 2 wouldnt. I still havent figured it out but it worked through the hub... Give that a try,
I highly doubt you looked up the drivers. Theirs links all over this forum and believe it or not you can get them from SAMSUNGS website wow! If you can't even install drivers please don't root/unlock it.
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sports96 said:
What is Beams build 1?
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Beans ROM, the first build
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