The yellow triangle after booting?? - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi
I want to root my phone now but very un sure on how to get the yellow triangle not to appear after rooting??
Theres instructions through chainfire but i can't get my head around it in all respects??
the root process seems ok to do but I wouldnt want this triangle everytime I reboot. .
Thanks

Why do you want to get rid of the yellow triangle, does it hurt you somehow?
The yellow triangle indicates that the running kernel is not signed by Samsung. Obviously to get rid of this you have to flash a Samsung-signed Kernel.
While root usually will still work, obviously other features that are depended on the modded kernel won´t work.

If you're really struggling with chainfire's instructions, there's an excellent total baby-steps guide for noobs here.
But you can learn to live with the triagle - how often do you watch a reboot screen anyway?

Its pretty simple,
After rooting,
1- Flash back the Stock kernel via Odin.
2- Flash the Zimage from your SD card via CWM, which you need to copy to your SD card before step 1 from your rooted kernel.
Regards.
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After rooting,
1- Flash back the Stock kernel via Odin.
2- Flash the Zimage from your SD card via CWM, which you need to copy to your SD card before step 1 from your rooted kernel.
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You don't need to do point 1 do you? Can't you just flash the kernel from CWM app?
Also replacing the stock kernel will still not reset the count will it?

If you want to get yourself a usb jig, this will reset the binary counter and remove the triangle. Search the forums for usb jig, plenty info there

Yeah so only the jig will reset the counter.
I assume that the download mode would still show custom unless you reflash the stock kernel as above through cwm app on a cfroot phone?
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One thing I'm a little hazy on...
Okay say I have stock phone with KF3 kernel. I root using CF-Root (KF3) kernel and everything is great apart from the yellow box. If I re flash the using the cwm app with the stock kernel again this will remove the yellow box, overwrite the cf-root with the samsung stock kernel (thus removing cwm) but still leave the phone in a rooted state?
In this instance would I be able to install a custom rom using the stock kernel that I now have OR do I need to re-flash (using Odin) the previous CF-Root kernel to get cwm back?
I haven't done this process as yet as I'm waiting for a jig to arrive to do it that way but I'm trying to understand why you'd want to put the stock kernel back (as is shown in numerous guides)?
Also if I use the jig and it removes the yellow box and resets the counter, does it factory reset the kernel or will I still have cwm on there? If the later, will the download mode show a custom rom/kernel or samsung rom/kernel?

ILS_SuperNova said:
Hi
I want to root my phone now but very un sure on how to get the yellow triangle not to appear after rooting??
Theres instructions through chainfire but i can't get my head around it in all respects??
the root process seems ok to do but I wouldnt want this triangle everytime I reboot. .
Thanks
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JIG it and if you dont know how to jig it ebay e.g.Samsung s jig adapter or build it very simple if your int electronic soildering and the yellow triangle can void your warrenty in short there is a counter which will show samsung how many times youv flashed your fone with an unofficial kernel. hope this info helps.

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[Q] Yellow Triangle on Load Screen

I looked around and apparently rooted phones are getting the yellow triangle with an "!" in it when they turn their phone on, just underneath the screen with the model number. Now it turns on and works fine, but it's a new phone and I'm especially paranoid of stuff like this for new stuff I pay alot for. Its a Virgin/Bell Galaxy 2 that I unlocked via instructions here using the Superoneclick etc etc. to use with my Rogers SIM. I have 0 knowledge about ROMS and flashing and what not but I'm a quick learner. If someone could help me out in removing the yellow triangle or point me in a direction that I can read and find info on I would greatly appreciate it.
I've heard that you can remove it by flashing the stock kernel again. You can also remove it with a USB jig. You can make one or just buy one for a couple of quid. Here's a link.
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI....533864&ssPageName=STRK:MEWAX:IT#ht_500wt_1156
Yes, flashing back a stock kernel via Odin removes the triangle.
As you likely have root by then, you can also flash back to a custom kernel without using Odin (i.e. directely on the phone) which will not trigger the triangle again (it only comes out of hiding when flashing custom stuff via Odin).
HellcatDroid said:
Yes, flashing back a stock kernel via Odin removes the triangle.
As you likely have root by then, you can also flash back to a custom kernel without using Odin (i.e. directely on the phone) which will not trigger the triangle again (it only comes out of hiding when flashing custom stuff via Odin).
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Is there a guide on doing this? I'm pretty confused as to how to go about doing this. No idea what you guys mean when you say flash. I apologize in advance for the noob-iness.
Araho said:
Is there a guide on doing this? I'm pretty confused as to how to go about doing this. No idea what you guys mean when you say flash. I apologize in advance for the noob-iness.
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simple would be getting a USB Jig in eBya. Solves "Yellow Triangle" and "Resets binary counter" as well
I thougt it is connected to the CF-Root kernel?
Does this triangle shows up if the custom binary count is higher than 0 or is it only connected to the CF-Root?
I'll test it for you!
Yeah, the Jig is the (very) easy (and neat) way.
However, there is a few rough guides on how to get rid of it and reflash a custom kernel.
The term "flash" refers to writing all the OS related stuff (kernel, system and the such) into the reserved internal storage space, BTW.
The term is derived from the fact that the OS / FW is stored on a "flash" memory.
Basically it is:
- root the current system
- flashing an original stock kernel back into the phone using the PC app "Odin" or "Heimdall" (Odin is Windows only, Heimdall is an opensource multiplatform app)
- using the abilities root gives, flashing back the custom kernel of your choice either via special Apps (running on the phone, CF-Root comes with CWM Manager for example that allows to flash kernels) or plain and simple via dd from a terminal console (Terminal App can be downloaded from the market) or an ADB shell.
Phil1988 said:
I thougt it is connected to the CF-Root kernel?
Does this triangle shows up if the custom binary count is higher than 0 or is it only connected to the CF-Root?
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Neither.
The triangle simple shows that the last kernel flashed via Odin was a non Samsung signed one.
It's independant of the custom binary counter and does not only apply to CF-Root, happens with everything not comming from Samy.
Flashing a Samy signed kernel again removes the triangle, but the counter stays unchanged.
As mentioned already, the USB Jig resets both.
and because you have root, after using the Jig you removed to triangle, reset the counter to zero and can now flash anything you want via CWM (ClockWorkMod) without triggering the triangle or counter again.
And in case of warranty, I think flashing a stock kernel with Odin including repartition and PIT file should get rid of all the traces.
Thanks for all the help guys I just ordered the Jig off ebay should be here soon. Will my phone still stay unlocked if I use the jig?
Araho said:
Thanks for all the help guys I just ordered the Jig off ebay should be here soon. Will my phone still stay unlocked if I use the jig?
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As mentioned above the Jig will only reset the custom firmware counter to zero and remove the yellow triangle. Not more or less.
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[Q] Noob question (please dont flame)

Right ive been researching for the last 3 hours. And i think im ready to root and install custom rom on my phone when it arrives. But i would like some clarifaction on the steps:
Install cf-root using odin- this should give me root and CWM?
use usb jig to get rid of yellow triangle and reset counter if needed?
Download zip rom and flash through CWM?
Is that about it or have i missed something? seems too easy.
Cheers
Ricey
- Yes.
- Yes.
- Can't say.
- You need usb jig to reset the ROM counter.
- To remove the Yellow Triangle you need to flash back a Stock kernel via Odin and then flash the zImage of rooted kernel via CWM. No need to use Jig for that.
Regards.
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does the jig not get rid of the yellow triangle?
ricey1986 said:
does the jig not get rid of the yellow triangle?
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yes the jig get rids of the yellow triangle and resets the counter.
i don't mind having the yellow triangle because I'll be flashing rom updates almost every month.
Installed custom rom 24 times yet not satisfactory results (((((((((((
I don't know if its even funny or unusual but yes i downloaded like every single rom i could and installed it on my galaxy s2 but most of them got installed and phone got stuck on start samsung logo.Now i got it working.Here are the details what i got on my phone information.I want to know if it is any good or i should try more downloading.lol
Phone : samsung galaxy s2 GT-19100
ANDROID VERSION : 2.3.3
kernel version : [email protected] 2
build number gingerbread.XWKE1
Did you wipe the phone before flashing?
Some ROMs require that you wipe the phone's userdata (data) partition before flashing, or it will be stuck at the Samsung logo repeatedly.
Did you wipe the phone after flashing?
Some ROMs does not allow you to wipe the phone's userdata (data) partition after you flash it, or it will be stuck at the Samsung logo boot loop.
Make sure to backup your efs folder in case you loose your imie. A very important step.
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i wanted to know if its a good rom i mean one i got installed or shall i update firmware as it is asking me to do on kies ?
jhernand1102 said:
Make sure to backup your efs folder in case you loose your imie. A very important step.
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How do I go about doing this? And how do I restore if I do
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Ok from what I can gather there seems o be two ways of flashing roms with the SGS2. Using Odin and cwm. What are the difference between them? Advantages,disadvantages? Sorry for the questions I just like to know my stuff before I take a plunge into something
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The rom builder decides the method of flashing you just follow the given instructions .
Essentially no difference .
EFS
How do I go about doing this? And how do I restore if I do
backup efs
http://www.appbrain.com/app/nitralit...sanity.toolbox
Or use Nitrality from the market
http://www.appbrain.com/app/nitrality/com.nfye.insanity.toolbox
jje
Clockwork Recovery, does not require a computer to update, change rom. You download the ROM which is in ZIP format. You can use your phone to download it. Then you boot into Clockwork Recovery and install it. You can also use ROM Manager or CWM App to install it as well.
ODIN requires a computer to install rom. ROM is in TAR format and you must boot your phone into Download mode, plug the phone to the computer, then flash the ROM using your computer via ODIN.
When using ODIN to flash a custom kernel, it increases the custom binary counter. A yellow exclamation triangle during the Samsung boot logo will appear if it is not there before.
When using Clockwork Recovery to flash a custom kernel, it does not increase custom binary counter. Since it does not increase the binary counter, there is no yellow exclamation triangle.
ricey1986 said:
Right ive been researching for the last 3 hours. And i think im ready to root and install custom rom on my phone when it arrives. But i would like some clarifaction on the steps:
Install cf-root using odin- this should give me root and CWM?
use usb jig to get rid of yellow triangle and reset counter if needed?
Download zip rom and flash through CWM?
Is that about it or have i missed something? seems too easy.
Cheers
Ricey
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Hi Ricey.
Why don't you give the stock rom a chance.Get rid of some of the apps you don't want & replace others with better one's from the market. Have a play with the phone for a couple of weeks & get used to it before you root it.Who knows you might like the stock rom after all.
amdaley said:
Hi Ricey.
Why don't you give the stock rom a chance.Get rid of some of the apps you don't want & replace others with better one's from the market. Have a play with the phone for a couple of weeks & get used to it before you root it.Who knows you might like the stock rom after all.
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This aint my first android phone, its just my first samsung. I know from previous experience after 2 days i will be itching to flash ROM's, if for no other reason than because i can. Cheers for advice anyway.
right so to amend my original plan, i need to:
Install cf-root using odin- this should give me root and CWM?
Backup ESF folder using nitrality (does this allow the folder to keep permissions)?
use usb jig to get rid of yellow triangle and reset counter if needed?
Download zip rom and flash through CWM or ODIN depending on rom
Ricey
ricey1986 said:
This aint my first android phone, its just my first samsung. I know from previous experience after 2 days i will be itching to flash ROM's, if for no other reason than because i can. Cheers for advice anyway.
right so to amend my original plan, i need to:
Install cf-root using odin- this should give me root and CWM?
Backup ESF folder using nitrality (does this allow the folder to keep permissions)?
use usb jig to get rid of yellow triangle and reset counter if needed?
Download zip rom and flash through CWM or ODIN depending on rom
Ricey
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Thats the way to do it .
jje
Whahey am ready to go lol
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I'm just starting out researching just like ricey is/was. Thanks all, this is another good thread to put me well on my way to flashing bliss...
Woohoo i have ROOT. Is it right for efs backup to be only 2mb in size?
Cheers for all the help guys. Muchly appreciated.
Ricey
What program did you use to backup the efs ?
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[Q] Exclamation Icon during Bootup - Help

Hi,
While trying to root my tab and getting to to detect adhoc so i can tether my phone. I came across zedomax on youtube about installing busybox first. While following zedomax's steps on the youtube video, i came across a static screen during bootup and I cannot solve the issue but to reinstall stock rom.
The problem is now when i bootup my tab, there's an Exclamation point on the bottom of the screen. Everything else after bootup runs fine and the tab appears to be fully functional. My question is, what does the exclamation point icon mean and will it have any negative effect on my tab?
Thanks in advance,
D.W
Anyone familiar with the Exclamation mark icon during bootup?
I have same issue http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1184003
But mine only happens when I try to go back to stock Honeycomb KF3, it goes away when I update to KF4 or Touchwiz. I figure it has to do with bootloaders or something because mine didnt start until I flash KFC with ODIN when it first released.
That happens because of the root access, its just an icon to warn you that your device is rooted and it will not harm your system
Thank You. Just making sure it wont' affect the performance or brick my tab.
I had the touchwiz update but didn't like it, so i'm back to stock 3.1 honeycomb.
much better. i couldn't stand the gray touchwiz taskbar.
taha_e said:
That happens because of the root access, its just an icon to warn you that your device is rooted and it will not harm your system
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It has nothing to do with root, i have rooted my tab and no triangle.
The triangle appears when you have flashed a rom that is not 100% Samsung, like a custom rom. Exactly what in the rom triggers it i don't know.
When this triangle appears it also triggers the flash counter that you can se when you put the tab into download mode. The counter counts how many times you have flashed a custom rom.
Right now it seems that no one knows how to reset the counter, on the SGS2 you can reset it with a JIG, perhaps a similar method can be applied on the tab?
To remove the triangle you have to flash a stock rom, but the counter does not reset.
Thanks,
/qsec
Does the counter only change when you flash an unofficial ROM via Odin, or does it change when using ROM Manager also?
Stewart
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StuMcBill said:
Does the counter only change when you flash an unofficial ROM via Odin, or does it change when using ROM Manager also?
Stewart
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I'm not sure but i believe so. I do not think it has anything to do with the method of flashing.
I think the counter triggers when the custom rom has bits and pieces from different roms, like the kernel from one rom and the baseband from another and so on.
But like a said i'm not sure at all and i'm no developer.
Just a heads up.
Thanks,
/qsec
OK cool.
I have flashed clockworkmod recovery and my counter is still at 0, guess it only applies to the ROM you flash?
Thanks
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StuMcBill said:
OK cool.
I have flashed clockworkmod recovery and my counter is still at 0, guess it only applies to the ROM you flash?
Thanks
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Yes i think so.
For example i have flashed stock KH7 rom with Odin and no triangle and zero count. I have also returned to stock KG9 with a Nandroid backup without any problem or counts.
Thanks,
/qsec
Hmm weird.
I am dubious about installing a custom ROM if there is no way to return the device to complete stock?
Thanks for the help.
Sorry for the thread hijack.
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StuMcBill said:
Hmm weird.
I am dubious about installing a custom ROM if there is no way to return the device to complete stock?
Thanks for the help.
Sorry for the thread hijack.
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I'm pretty sure you can download the stock rom and flash it with odin. This includes the recovery too
some explanation concerning the yellow exclamation mark (no speculation, i know that from my SGS2, it's the same there):
this exclamation mark shows you that you flashed a non-samsung signed kernel (binary) at least for one time with odin! doing this, you also increased a counter which count's the number of such flashes.
if you odin-flash a signed kernel afterwards, the exclamation mark will disappear, but the counter will obviously not reset!
there is one way to reset the counter tough (as well as eliminating the exclamation mark WITHOUT having the need to flash a signed kernel): look at ebay for an so called USB-JIG. with this little device you can reset the counter, boot into download mode etc. drawback: it has a micro-usb port, therefore you would need 2 adapters as well!
how does the jig work:
it has shortened lines of the usb-interface with some resistors on it. the resulting resistance has to be 301 Kohm.
more info can be found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=819551
additionally you could always avoid the exclamation mark by NOT using odin to flash new kernels, but CWM!
TML1504 said:
some explanation concerning the yellow exclamation mark (no speculation, i know that from my SGS2, it's the same there):
this exclamation mark shows you that you flashed a non-samsung signed kernel (binary) at least for one time with odin! doing this, you also increased a counter which count's the number of such flashes.
if you odin-flash a signed kernel afterwards, the exclamation mark will disappear, but the counter will obviously not reset!
there is one way to reset the counter tough (as well as eliminating the exclamation mark WITHOUT having the need to flash a signed kernel): look at ebay for an so called USB-JIG. with this little device you can reset the counter, boot into download mode etc. drawback: it has a micro-usb port, therefore you would need 2 adapters as well!
how does the jig work:
it has shortened lines of the usb-interface with some resistors on it. the resulting resistance has to be 301 Kohm.
more info can be found here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=819551
additionally you could always avoid the exclamation mark by NOT using odin to flash new kernels, but CWM!
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So if I flash ROM's and Kernels via ClockworkMod ONLY, I will never get the counter increasing, or exclamation mark during boot?
Even if I enter downloading Mode?
Thanks
Stew
Just looked up the USB-JIG, looks like a useful piece of kit to have in my collection!
Any idea where I could get adapters / crossovers?
StuMcBill said:
So if I flash ROM's and Kernels via ClockworkMod ONLY, I will never get the counter increasing, or exclamation mark during boot?
Even if I enter downloading Mode?
Thanks
Stew
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as long as you NOT flash custom kernels with ODIN everything will be ok!
all people who HAVE the mark already: flash a stock-kernel with ODIN (and your current kernel back with CWM afterwards, if you need it)
regards,
markus

[Q] Reflash stock kernel for samsung galaxy s2 for at&t

Hello there as you can see, I am a NOOB. I came from an Iphone family and I must say I was blind but now I see ANDROID is the way.
I recently got the Samsung Galaxy S2 from AT&T and I LOVE THE PHONE!!! I recently rooted the phone with a modified Kernel via ODIN. I know that in order for me to remove the yellow triangle I need to reflash to stock kernel. I was wondering if there is a thread already somewhere with instructions (for noobs) with the download for the stock kernel for AT&T I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you
kevincbe said:
Hello there as you can see, I am a NOOB. I came from an Iphone family and I must say I was blind but now I see ANDROID is the way.
I recently got the Samsung Galaxy S2 from AT&T and I LOVE THE PHONE!!! I recently rooted the phone with a modified Kernel via ODIN. I know that in order for me to remove the yellow triangle I need to reflash to stock kernel. I was wondering if there is a thread already somewhere with instructions (for noobs) with the download for the stock kernel for AT&T I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you
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I can't find the link now.
Or you can order a jig and keep the modified kernel. $8 from mobiletechvideos.com
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1286432
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dayv said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1286432
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Thats it, thanks, for some reason I couldn't find it.
For more on getting root, custom kernels, and no ! - read the FAQ thread.
kevincbe said:
Hello there as you can see, I am a NOOB. I came from an Iphone family and I must say I was blind but now I see ANDROID is the way.
I recently got the Samsung Galaxy S2 from AT&T and I LOVE THE PHONE!!! I recently rooted the phone with a modified Kernel via ODIN. I know that in order for me to remove the yellow triangle I need to reflash to stock kernel. I was wondering if there is a thread already somewhere with instructions (for noobs) with the download for the stock kernel for AT&T I'd really appreciate it.
Thank you
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Download the file StockKernel-PDA.tar from (Hotfile is dead) see attachment. This is an Odin flashable stock kernel without the ROM.
Follow this procedure to flash the kernel:
Download the Odin3 v1.85 package from MediaFire or xda-developers, or another source of your choice. Odin3 v1.82 will also work. Extract the contents of the zip file to a directory on your hard disk drive.
Start the Odin3 program by double clicking on "Odin3 v1.85.exe".
Now Enter Download Mode:
With the phone powered off, plug in the usb cable while holding the vol up + vol down buttons (but not the power button).
When the warning screen appears, press Volume up to continue into download mode.
In Odin, the first small edit box under the words "ID:COM" will turn yellow, and say something like [0:COM8]. The number could be different.
In Odin, the two items "Auto Reboot" and "F. Reset Time' should be checked, and everything else should be left unchecked. (Very Important)
In Odin, click on the button that is labeled "PDA". In the dialog box find and select the StockKernell-PDA.tar file you downloaded. The tick box next to the PDA button should become checked. This will be the only file that will be flashed.
Click Start. Watch the progress bar advance in green while the message box in the lower left describes the steps. When the flash is finished, the top left larger edit box will turn green and say PASS! and your phone will automatically reboot.
Unplug the usb cable from you phone after it boots up. Success. This will clear the warning triangle.
Now, if you want to install custom software without invoking the warning triangle, follow the Guide, How to Flash Custom Binaries Without Ever Incrementing the Flash counter!!. If you have already installed a custom rom, and you just want to clear the warning triangle and restore a ClockworkMod enabled kernel, then flash the kernel of your choice using one of the procedures in step 3 of the Guide.
This procedure will clear the warning triangle, but it will not reset the flash counter. The only known way to reset the flash counter is with a micro usb Jig. See the Guide, How to Prepare Your Phone to Return to the Store or for Warranty Replacement for more information about the Jig.
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Go here and download StockKernel-PDA.tar. This is an Odin flashable stock kernel without the ROM.
Then go to this Guide and follow and follow procedure 2a.) except use the above .tar file in the PDA slot of Odin. This will clear the warning triangle and reset the flash counter.
Now, if you want to install custom software without invoking the warning triangle, follow the Guide. If you have already installed a custom rom, and you just want to clear the warning triangle and restore a ClockworkMod enabled kernel, then flash the kernel of your choice using either procedure 3a.) or 3b.).
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I LOVE YOU!!!!! Thank you so very much, you are, LITERALLY, THE COOLEST AND MOST AWESOME PERSON I have NEVER met
Need to get a streamlined understanding of reverting to just the stock kernel
creepyncrawly said:
Download StockKernel-PDA.tar (MultiUpload) or StockKernel-PDA.tar (Dropbox). This is an Odin flashable stock kernel without the ROM.
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Updated (older post was before I installed any custom kernel)
Q1
Is the "StockKernel_PDA" same as the stock kernel for any AT&T SGS2 regardless of OS and baseband version?
From what I understand from this post, flashing StockKernal_PDA will strip off the CWM and will need to flash in a custom kernel like Entropy DD or Siyah to get CWM back.
Q2
Is a version of stock kernel available that has CWM too?
Q3
What is PDA in StockKernal_PDA? programmable device array?
If I flash this kernel, will that affect my cwm? I'm running MIUI and have the triangle. Just wanted to know what affects flashing this stock kernel will have.
os21um said:
If I flash this kernel, will that affect my cwm? I'm running MIUI and have the triangle. Just wanted to know what affects flashing this stock kernel will have.
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You need a jig, or you are going to have to flash a Samsung-based ROM then flash MIUI again. Stock kernels cannot be used with MIUI. Stock kernels cannot contain CWM - putting CWM in the initramfs would cause a signature mismatch and it would be considered by the phone to be "non-stock".
For any more information - please read creepy's guide. It's sticky for a reason.
Thanks!
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[Q] Cant get USB jig to remove triangle

Hi, I'm trying to get the yellow triangle off my phone so I bought a USB jig off ebay and when I put it in my phone it doesn't go into odin mode, instead it goes into factory mode.
I know samsung has changed the bootloader in 2.3.5 firmware but my phone is only on 2.3.4, any ideas?
firmware I have is 2.3.4
Kernel version – 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKI4-CL575468 [email protected] #2
If the powers on but doesn't into download mode, the jig is faulty, wrong resistor value.
Exchange it for a working one.
HellcatDroid said:
If the powers on but doesn't into download mode, the jig is faulty, wrong resistor value.
Exchange it for a working one.
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whats factory mode? I made my jig and it only cost about 8 dollars including paying for a soldering iron, it was really easy, and now i have an iron for future use! try pulling the battery for 10 seconds, then after reinserting the battery, reinsert the jig.
I had the same problem. Then I learnt that old bootlader is required if you want to use a jig. New bootloaders render the jig ineffective. So
1. go to this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
and READ CAREFULLy somewhere halfway down the post to this part...
All packages below this point have the old bootloader so you can safely reset the binary counter with a Jig.
If you've already flashed a full package from elsewhere or updated using KIES and cannot reset your binary counter using the Jig just flash this package in the PDA or Bootloader section of Odin to replace the bootloaders and then you can reset the counter: http://www.multiupload.com/LQQBRQVJUD
Here are the new bootloader tarball if you want to flash them back after resetting your binary counter: http://www.multiupload.com/5LNOCL7KPV
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2. flash the appropriate kernel.
3.Use the jig. Lose the yellow triangle!
4.then reflash any kernel you want, if you really want to.
I did the same thing, lost my yellow triangle and then I flashed speddmod kernel!
Hit thanks if this helped! But more importantly thank Intratech on the above linked post because you owe it to him!
thanks for you help..I will have a read up on that, or I might just leave the triangle on since it doesn't bother me much.
just 1 thing though, I thought I read lots of threads and sites that they only changed the bootloader to block these jigs on fw 2.3.5, but I have fw 2.3.4
anyway..cheers for the replies.
auldthief said:
I had the same problem. Then I learnt that old bootlader is required if you want to use a jig. New bootloaders render the jig ineffective. So
1. go to this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
and READ CAREFULLy somewhere halfway down the post to this part...
2. flash the appropriate kernel.
3.Use the jig. Lose the yellow triangle!
4.then reflash any kernel you want, if you really want to.
I did the same thing, lost my yellow triangle and then I flashed speddmod kernel!
Hit thanks if this helped! But more importantly thank Intratech on the above linked post because you owe it to him!
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sorry, new to sgs2, coming from sgs1, aren't bootloaders included in firmware meaning next Odin flash will update bootloaders? Does that mean you have to flash back old bl after every Odin update to allow you to remove triangle?
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I think you are mixing up things.
1. The jig resets the flash counter. It does nothing to the yellow triangle.
2. If you want to remove the yellow traingle, look in the CF-Root thread for instructions. It involves flashing a zimage from a stock kernel.
Lennyz1988 said:
1. The jig resets the flash counter. It does nothing to the yellow triangle.
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Yes it does.
Lennyz1988 said:
I think you are mixing up things.
1. The jig resets the flash counter. It does nothing to the yellow triangle.
2. If you want to remove the yellow traingle, look in the CF-Root thread for instructions. It involves flashing a zimage from a stock kernel.
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i thought the same, but fortunately, the jig removes the triangle too xD
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As long as you keep geting intratech's ROMs modified with the old bootloader, the jig will remain functional.
If you flash a stock ROM, you will need to reflash the old bootloader
auldthief said:
I had the same problem. Then I learnt that old bootlader is required if you want to use a jig. New bootloaders render the jig ineffective. So
1. go to this post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
and READ CAREFULLy somewhere halfway down the post to this part...
2. flash the appropriate kernel.
3.Use the jig. Lose the yellow triangle!
4.then reflash any kernel you want, if you really want to.
I did the same thing, lost my yellow triangle and then I flashed speddmod kernel!
Hit thanks if this helped! But more importantly thank Intratech on the above linked post because you owe it to him!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Hi, thanks for this....it worked.....also, is it worth flashing the new bootloader? or doesnt it matter
any pros or cons about it

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