Hi Guys,
I need to upgrade the firmware and root my device. just to make sure im following the right track here. My device info:
PDA: I9100XWKE7
PHONE: I9100XXKE4
CSC: I9100VNZKE2
FirstI flash the firmware using Odin with the corresponding generic firmware file (in this case XWKE7 Generic XEU) - to get rid of the Bloatware
Second I start rooting process by either:
a) run Odin with insecure kernel in my case GT-I9100_KE7_insecure.tar.md5 (do i delete the .md5 extension here?) and after i use SuperOneClick to root
Or:
b) run Odin with a rooted Kernel CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEU_KE7-v4.0-CWM4.tar
from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Finally after either of the methods above i have to run Odin to flash the phone again with stock kernel (I9100XWKE7_Kernel.tar) - to get rid of the yellow triangle. (do i lose root access here?)
Can someone please confirm if i've got this process correctly? And with method B i dont have to use SuperOneClick?
Forget about SuperOne Click, it's not needed.
You have mentioned correct steps, flashing the KE7 kernel via Odin, flash back the Stock kernel, and then you need to flash the zImage of the rooted KE7 kernel via CWM which is already installed in your device. Before flashing the stock kernel just copy the zImage to you SD card.
Regards.
Thanks for the clarification.
Im still a little unclear about the last step on flashing the zImage of the rooted ke7 kernel. - what exactly do i flash it with?
how do i get the Zimage file from the device? is this after i run CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEU_KE7-v4.0-CWM4.tar with odin - are there instructions on this.
I havent got an SD card.
is anyone able to elaborate please?
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I had soft bricked my phone yesterday. Thank god I recovered finally but I'm stuck with an insecure kernel. Devs, can you guide me what should I do next?
It starts like this:
1. Updated my phone's firmware to KF3 (official) yestreday.
2. Then, Installed an insecure kernel, "GT-I9100_XXKG1_insecure" from this thread:
[KERNEL] Insecure Kernels for use with rooting
3. Rooted my SGS2. Success. (used this tutorial)
4. Now flashed the leaked 2.3.4 firmware from this thread:
Updating to 2.3.4 firmware - if you don't want to root
5. Now I needed to root again since I had just updated my firmware. The boot screen still had that yellow sign so I supposed I'm still on an insecure kernel. So I opened S2 Root and tried to root it but it was stuck in the middle of the process so I cancelled it.
6. Then, I again opened Odin and flashed a secure secure kernel from that same thread.
But instead of using Odin 1.83 as it was mentioned, I used 1.85. I don't think this could do any harm. But Odin failed to flash that kernel and my phone was stuck in a boot loop.
The phone didn't go further the boot screen with a yellow sign at the bottom. I was able to enter the download mode but NOT the recovery mode. So wiping the phone was not an option.
Then I decided to flash that 2.3.4 firmware again and this ****ed up my phone. Odin failed to flash it and my boot screen was then replaced with that infamous screen saying that the FIrmware Upgrade encountered an issue etc.
I thought I've bricked my phone but was finally I was able to recover again by flashing that insecure kernel again.
I think I created a problem in step 5 and 6. But I'm afraid to go and flash a secure kernel again. People help me?
You first flashed the insecure KG1 kernel and then the KG1 (2.3.4) FW ROM?
Wrong order AFAIK, but nothing that could harm your phone.
Try it once more, all over again from step one (this is also how I installed and rooted 2.3.4 KG1 over my (CF rooted) KE2 before CF-Root for KG1 was released):
Go to downloadmode, fire up Odin, connect everything, put the "CODE_I9100XXKG1_CL349526_REV02_user_low_ship.tar" into PDA and the "GT-I9100-CSC-MULTI-OXAKG1.tar" into CSC.
doublecheck nothing else is selected (no repartition, not PIT and all that)
Hit "Start" and watch the show roll....
after the flash, the phone should reboot into recovery, do some stuff and reboot again into the OS - all userdata is wiped during this flash, so IMO no manual wipe via recovery required here
now flash an insecure kernel and apply root using SuperOneClick or similar tools, or perform the the few step required manually via adb (that's what I did) - or simply flash CF-Root for KG1 instead of a plain insecure kernel (I'd suggest CF)
if you want back to stock kernel now (if you have CF, why would you? ) flash the KG1 stock kernel via Odin
This procedure worked perfectely fine for me.
If Odin keep failing to flash in download mode, there might be some connection problem, maybe.
Try reinstalling the USB driver, connecting to a different USB port, not using a USB hub if you previously did....
@OP- Flash with CF's rooted kernel. It's a lot easy and hassle free. Why insecure kernel?
HellcatDroid said:
You first flashed the insecure KG1 kernel and then the KG1 (2.3.4) FW ROM?
Wrong order AFAIK, but nothing that could harm your phone.
Try it once more, all over again from step one (this is also how I installed and rooted 2.3.4 KG1 over my (CF rooted) KE2 before CF-Root for KG1 was released):
Go to downloadmode, fire up Odin, connect everything, put the "CODE_I9100XXKG1_CL349526_REV02_user_low_ship.tar" into PDA and the "GT-I9100-CSC-MULTI-OXAKG1.tar" into CSC.
doublecheck nothing else is selected (no repartition, not PIT and all that)
Hit "Start" and watch the show roll....
after the flash, the phone should reboot into recovery, do some stuff and reboot again into the OS - all userdata is wiped during this flash, so IMO no manual wipe via recovery required here
now flash an insecure kernel and apply root using SuperOneClick or similar tools, or perform the the few step required manually via adb (that's what I did) - or simply flash CF-Root for KG1 instead of a plain insecure kernel (I'd suggest CF)
if you want back to stock kernel now (if you have CF, why would you? ) flash the KG1 stock kernel via Odin
This procedure worked perfectely fine for me.
If Odin keep failing to flash in download mode, there might be some connection problem, maybe.
Try reinstalling the USB driver, connecting to a different USB port, not using a USB hub if you previously did....
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Umm okay, I'm a beginner in rooting so I hope you don't mind if I ask you some help? Do I need to download the KF3 firmware again? I've reached my FUP and it'll take more than a day for me
Is it possible to go ahead somewhere right now? I just want to remove that insecure yellow triangle sign from the boot screen. Any secure kernel to do this job?
ithehappy said:
@OP- Flash with CF's rooted kernel. It's a lot easy and hassle free. Why insecure kernel?
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@itthehappy I followed what was written in the tutorial. So now when I'm on an insecure kernel, how should I flash with cf?
Sent from world's fastest phone.
Saketme said:
Umm okay, I'm a beginner in rooting so I hope you don't mind if I ask you some help?
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He, I'm myself only learning all this stuff as I go
Saketme said:
Do I need to download the KF3 firmware again? I've reached my FUP and it'll take more than a day for me
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No, you don't have to redownload any FW if your fine with the one you currently have.
Saketme said:
Is it possible to go ahead somewhere right now? I just want to remove that insecure yellow triangle sign from the boot screen. Any secure kernel to do this job?
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Sure. If your root is working already and you just wanna go back to stock (secure) kernel, you can find the stock kernels for most, if not all, firmwares here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Pick the right one, matching your firmware and flash with Odin - done
Saketme said:
how should I flash with cf?
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CF would be best option IMO.
First flash the CF kernel - again watch out it perfectly matches your FW.
On first CF boot it'll install it's CWM app, after that flash the stock/secure kernel to get rid of the triangle.
You can then re-flash the CF kernel with the CWM app without the triangle comming back
HellcatDroid said:
Sure. If your root is working already and you just wanna go back to stock (secure) kernel, you can find the stock kernels for most, if not all, firmwares here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Pick the right one, matching your firmware and flash with Odin - done
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I can't find KG1 in that list. Although there is KG1 listed under ZSKG2 but that's for "GT-I9100T".
Should I use the stock kernel given in this thread instead:
Android 2.3.4 for SGS2 LEAKED - Post your impressions
HellcatDroid said:
CF would be best option IMO.
First flash the CF kernel - again watch out it perfectly matches your FW.
On first CF boot it'll install it's CWM app, after that flash the stock/secure kernel to get rid of the triangle.
You can then re-flash the CF kernel with the CWM app without the triangle comming back
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This sounds the best option. But one question, before flashing with CF kernel, should I flash with stock kernel or flash CF directly on top of my current insecure kernel?
Saketme said:
Should I use the stock kernel given in this thread instead:
Android 2.3.4 for SGS2 LEAKED - Post your impressions
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Yep, that's the one for 2.3.4's KG1
Saketme said:
This sounds the best option. But one question, before flashing with CF kernel, should I flash with stock kernel or flash CF directly on top of my current insecure kernel?
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Should be fine flashing directely over whatever kernel there is at the moment, as it get completely replaced anyways.
Just make sure its the KG1 CF and no Kies crap running in the back while running Odin (use Taskmanager to kill them all).
HellcatDroid said:
Should be fine flashing directely over whatever kernel there is at the moment, as it get completely replaced anyways.
Just make sure its the KG1 CF and no Kies crap running in the back while running Odin (use Taskmanager to kill them all).
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I am going to try this option, thanks a lot dude. I'll post my reply soon.
EDIT: Woot. I succeeded doing it, thanks a lot!
Hello all,
I have a samsung galaxy s2 with this kernel:
kernel: i9100BOKF3-CK255512
baseband: i9100BOKF1
buildnumber: GINGERBREAD.BOKF3
What unsecured kernel do i need to make it root. And that i just can go back to the original kernel and rom.
I have found the stock kernel and rom here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
T-Mobile nl:
BOKF3: http://www.multiupload.com/OZ86729BU5
Firmware info: PDA:BOKF3|PHONE:BOKF1|CSC:TNLKF1
BOKF3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/V8JVBGVZ3N
Password: [email protected]
i have found this on a other thread:
Creating Optus Backup:
1. Go to Download Mode and Install CF-Root KE2 Root using Odin
This will install Clockwork Recovery for you.
2. Phone will reboot with root already (no need for SOC)
3. Run CWM Manager (from app tray)
4. Choose Backup
You will then have a nandroid backup located in the internal SD (\clockworkmod\). However, the backup will contain CWM and Root. But that's okay. Read on to find more about restoring to a clean Optus ROM.
To Restore to Clean Optus ROM:
1. Go to Download Mode and Install a stock unbranded ROM (KE7 or KE2) using Odin
2. Go to Download Mode and Install CF-Root KE7 or KE2
3. Run CWM Manager and restore Optus backup (phone will reboot)
4. Install Root Explorer (download from Market or keep a copy handy in internal SD)
5. Remove CWM Manager from \system\app
6. Go to Download Mode and install Odia KE2 Insecure
7. Run Superoneclick to ROOT (you can usually skip this step and go to step 8)
8. Run Superoneclick to Unroot (if step 8 fails, do step 7 first)
9. Install stock KE2 Kernel from XDA
You will have an unrooted Optus ROM but still contains your data.
10. Do a Factory Reset from OS or from Recovery (Power + Vol UP + Home)
You will have a clean Optus ROM but you also need to format your internal SD as well.
Also, in addition to that, you may need to use that thing-a-ma-JIG from eBay to reset the download counter. I personally haven't tried resetting it as it hasnt arrived yet.
I was going to upload a relatively clean nandroid copy of Optus ROM but... while I was factory resetting after going back to KE7 stock, I accidentally formatted the internal SD... <damn!>
So, if anyone is willing to share their nandroid backup of Optus ROM, please let us know so we can possibly upload it somewhere. This is also useful to extract Optus My Account app because its 1.2 (compared to the one in Galaxy S which was 1.0).
Please let me know if the above trick doesn't completely remove root.
so iff i am right you only need the last three numbers like kf3
I have found a Chainfire kernel with the same last three numbers see below:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=640677&d=1309348522
This is the thread where the kernel came from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
I hope that someone can help me with the right kernel.
yes you are right in you only need a chainfire kf3 kernel to root, it does not effect any other thing in the tmobile rom.
Only reason you need the stock kernal is to remove the yellow triangle.
Cosmic Blue said:
yes you are right in you only need a chainfire kf3 kernel to root, it does not effect any other thing in the tmobile rom.
Only reason you need the stock kernal is to remove the yellow triangle.
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Hi thanks but the yellow triangle is the triangle with the ! in it right? i have a samsung galaxy s2 jig
iff i get the jig in my phone and is start in download mode the yellow triangle will removed right? thanks for reply
yes, jig will also work in removing the yellow triangle with ! in the middle.
Cosmic Blue said:
yes, jig will also work in removing the yellow triangle with ! in the middle.
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Thanks,
Can you help me i have the kernel :i9100BOKF3 t-mobile NL
Can i replace it for CF-Root-SGS2_XW_CLK_KF3-v4.0-CWM4.zip this is the chanefire rooted kernel. So that i have root. Iff i have that done, replace that chanefire kernel for stock kernel:
BOKF3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/V8JVBGVZ3N
Password: [email protected]
from:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
Under section t-mobile NL. under Firmware info: PDA:BOKF3|PHONE:BOKF1|CSC:TNLKF1 What is the same as my SGS2. So that i can return is for warantie iff i need it ?
robertdejonge1989 said:
Thanks,
Can you help me i have the kernel :i9100BOKF3 t-mobile NL
Can i replace it for CF-Root-SGS2_XW_CLK_KF3-v4.0-CWM4.zip this is the chanefire rooted kernel. So that i have root. Iff i have that done, replace that chanefire kernel for stock kernel:
BOKF3 Stock Kernel: http://www.multiupload.com/V8JVBGVZ3N
Password: [email protected]
from:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
Under section t-mobile NL. under Firmware info: PDA:BOKF3|PHONE:BOKF1|CSC:TNLKF1 What is the same as my SGS2. So that i can return is for warantie iff i need it ?
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Yes thats the right cf-root kernel and stock kernel, you will still have root but lose CWM and CWM manager app.
this should be your stock firmware, taken from the thread you linked, though you might want to check the "baseband" on your phone to see if you have the PHONE:BOKD1 or PHONE:BOKF1, and chose the right one from the thread
What is CWM ? and CWM manager app is the same as rom manager right?
i have rooted my htc desire HD, so i know all the costum roms how to flash it. but the rooting process is different. iff i understand it right rom manager dont work with chanefire kernels right?
Hello everybody,
I got problem with reverting my SGS2 to stock ROM.
Recently I bought used SGS2 with this ROM flashed:
http://www.dialandroid.com/2011/09/install-android-235-i9100xxki3-on.html
I want to put VIPNet ROM from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
When I flashed VIPNet ROM with Odin everything went OK in Odin but phone is stuck on screen with SGS2 logo (static one, not animated) and after some time lot of text scrolls on screen that basicly says "E:failed to mount" and "E:can't mount".
I guess that problem is that original owner flashed ROM with PIT file and repartition option so now when I flash original ROM it can't mount partition.
My question is how to repartition partition for stock ROM and what PIT file should I use?
Sorry for my English.
Thank you.
Don't use a PIT file.
Most FAQ that relate to stock roms or rooting, will make it pretty clear you don't touch PIT section on theses phones unless you want to pretty much brick your device. So please just read!
I found the best way to return to stock for me was
Flash cf-root via download mode
Format system/data/cache/dalvik mounts
Flash stock rom using odin + download mode
Take .pit file from samfirmware ,.but be careful. Only use 3parts firmware NEVER firmware with only one part. The means for newest stock firmware use XXKI3 with.pit file and then flash XWKJ3.
I have also problem with reverting to stock rom. I have check rom and i want to put back to VIPnet stock but when i start flashing over odin it stuck on installing factoryfs.img. What should I do to?
Do a complete wipe of your phone before flashing.First root with cf-root.Then boot to recovery and wipe cache patition,dalvik cache,format system,format data,format battery and factory reset.Boot your phone.It will not go past boot logo so after 1min pull battery put it back in and boot into download mode and flash via Odin.
now it stucks on cache.img, please help I'm going crazy.
Use Fus Downloader 2.1 and download the latest stock ROM.
You do not need a PIT file, since it has a built in Sbl.bin file.
It automatically does a repartition when used with ODIN.
Before flashing, remove battery from phone.
Thank you everybody.
I used LiFE1688 solution and everything went fine, so big thanks to you.
There is one more thing I am not sure about, information in about phone is like this:
- Android version: 2.3.5
- Baseband version: I9100BUKI1
- Kernal version: 2.6.35.7-I9100BUKJ3-CL647431 [email protected] #2
- Build number: GINGERBREAD.BUKJ3
Is that realy stock kernal version?
Is my phone still rooted? How to check?
I have to take it to service so it can not be rooted.
Thanks
dgebauer said:
Thank you everybody.
I used LiFE1688 solution and everything went fine, so big thanks to you.
There is one more thing I am not sure about, information in about phone is like this:
- Android version: 2.3.5
- Baseband version: I9100BUKI1
- Kernal version: 2.6.35.7-I9100BUKJ3-CL647431 [email protected] #2
- Build number: GINGERBREAD.BUKJ3
Is that realy stock kernal version?
Is my phone still rooted? How to check?
I have to take it to service so it can not be rooted.
Thanks
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Thats fine.Some stock kernels come like that.It doesnt mean that you are still rooted.You just now need to make sure you have a clean binary counter so they cant see you have been flashing.
Thank you
What a stupid name for stock kernal
that's interesting, I found tutorial on another forum, where .PIT file use was marked as necessary, I flashed 3-files stock then 1 file with .PIT provided by that forum and everything went smoothly, phone is working
so I did something wrong, it's so confusing for a newbie, what problems can I have in the future after flashing with .PIT file?
Odin doesn't work
Odin detects my phone but not able to write anything. It just gets stuck.
Hi
Got to send my s2 back on warranty with a faulty digitizer but need to get my binary counter reset, I don't fancy doing it myself so wondered if anyone in Essex uk is up for it or can recommend someone that can
frank pole1 said:
Hi
Got to send my s2 back on warranty with a faulty digitizer but need to get my binary counter reset, I don't fancy doing it myself so wondered if anyone in Essex uk is up for it or can recommend someone that can
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Hmm ... DIY.
1. Get an official ROM
Download an install Check Fus Downloader from here => http://fus.nanzen.se/
It's a Windows application, checking the latest officially released firmware for your phone in your region, and download it directly from Samsung servers.
Just select the OS (Android), the phone "GT-I9100" and your region, then click "Check firmware", then "Dowload".
Extract the zip file, and you have the ROM tar file.
2. Flash this official ROM
This can easily flashed by Odin, here is a good description of how to flash a firmware with Odin => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
And Odin is attached to the first post.
Download an install it on your PC.
The do as described to flash the new stock ROM to your phone.
3. Root your phone
Then you need to root your phone. There are different methods. Easiest is to flash a rooted kernel, such as CF-Root from here => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=CF+Root
Just pick the corresponding CF-Root kernel to your ROM, such as CF-Root for XWLP7 when you have flashed XWLP7 ROM to your phone.
4. Reset the flash counter
Then install TriangleAway app from Play store, or from here => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494114&highlight=triangleaway
Start the app and select "Reset counter".
This will remove the yellow triangle from boot screen and reset the flash counter.
5. Unroot the phone
Flash the stock kernel with Odin to your phone.
Stock kernel is the zImage file from the stock ROM.
You can extract the zImage file of the ROM tar file, copy it to the phone, start CWM Manager app, select "Flash kernel" and select the zImage file.
If CWM Manager app and SuperSU app are still visible, just uninstall those apps.
It is not very easy ... Ok.
But you can find a lot of good descriptions here on XDA.
And when having issues or questions, just post into the corresponding thread and you will get help.
It_ler said:
Hmm ... DIY.
1. Get an official ROM
Download an install Check Fus Downloader from here => http://fus.nanzen.se/
It's a Windows application, checking the latest officially released firmware for your phone in your region, and download it directly from Samsung servers.
Just select the OS (Android), the phone "GT-I9100" and your region, then click "Check firmware", then "Dowload".
Extract the zip file, and you have the ROM tar file.
2. Flash this official ROM
This can easily flashed by Odin, here is a good description of how to flash a firmware with Odin => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278.
And Odin is attached to the first post.
Download an install it on your PC.
The do as described to flash the new stock ROM to your phone.
3. Root your phone
Then you need to root your phone. There are different methods. Easiest is to flash a rooted kernel, such as CF-Root from here => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=CF+Root
Just pick the corresponding CF-Root kernel to your ROM, such as CF-Root for XWLP7 when you have flashed XWLP7 ROM to your phone.
4. Reset the flash counter
Then install TriangleAway app from Play store, or from here => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494114&highlight=triangleaway
Start the app and select "Reset counter".
This will remove the yellow triangle from boot screen and reset the flash counter.
5. Unroot the phone
Flash the stock kernel with Odin to your phone.
Stock kernel is the zImage file from the stock ROM.
You can extract the zImage file of the ROM tar file, copy it to the phone, start CWM Manager app, select "Flash kernel" and select the zImage file.
If CWM Manager app and SuperSU app are still visible, just uninstall those apps.
It is not very easy ... Ok.
But you can find a lot of good descriptions here on XDA.
And when having issues or questions, just post into the corresponding thread and you will get help.
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Follow the info above and links and I'm sure you'll be fine.
The most important thing to do is follow instructions exactly, read over them again before clicking start and make sure everything is where it should be in Odin and that the correct boxes are ticked/unticked.
It's actually quite easy if you follow instructions properly.
make sure you have a good USB cable (preferably the official one)
And make sure the USB port on your computer is not dodgy and working 100%.
Good luck!
Hi was looking for some help with an issue.
I am running unbranded ICS 4.0.3 with root access.
IML74K.XWL7
Kernel:: 3.0.15-1900XWL7-CL340913 [email protected] #3
I have some moisture damage so cannot connect via usb to use odin pc.
I'm trying to get CF-Root kernel so I can use CWM to flash RR 2.6.1
I select the tar CF-Root file : CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5 from "open file" and then select flash firmware, it says its flashing kernel and then resets the phone as if it has worked but the kernel remains the same, it hasnt worked.
What am I doing wrong here? Never had a problem with Mobile Odin before.
koolroskii said:
Hi was looking for some help with an issue.
I am running unbranded ICS 4.0.3 with root access.
IML74K.XWL7
Kernel:: 3.0.15-1900XWL7-CL340913 [email protected] #3
I have some moisture damage so cannot connect via usb to use odin pc.
I'm trying to get CF-Root kernel so I can use CWM to flash RR 2.6.1
I select the tar CF-Root file : CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5 from "open file" and then select flash firmware, it says its flashing kernel and then resets the phone as if it has worked but the kernel remains the same, it hasnt worked.
What am I doing wrong here? Never had a problem with Mobile Odin before.
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You can try flashing a zip file in stock recovery that will give you temporary Cwm. From that you can flash any kernel you want.
And I have no idea where to get that file...
Sent from my Galaxy S2 GT i9100
koolroskii said:
Hi was looking for some help with an issue.
I am running unbranded ICS 4.0.3 with root access.
IML74K.XWL7
Kernel:: 3.0.15-1900XWL7-CL340913 [email protected] #3
I have some moisture damage so cannot connect via usb to use odin pc.
I'm trying to get CF-Root kernel so I can use CWM to flash RR 2.6.1
I select the tar CF-Root file : CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5 from "open file" and then select flash firmware, it says its flashing kernel and then resets the phone as if it has worked but the kernel remains the same, it hasnt worked.
What am I doing wrong here? Never had a problem with Mobile Odin before.
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try using a different .zip file from that of CF-Root
koolroskii said:
Hi was looking for some help with an issue.
I am running unbranded ICS 4.0.3 with root access.
IML74K.XWL7
Kernel:: 3.0.15-1900XWL7-CL340913 [email protected] #3
I have some moisture damage so cannot connect via usb to use odin pc.
I'm trying to get CF-Root kernel so I can use CWM to flash RR 2.6.1
I select the tar CF-Root file : CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5 from "open file" and then select flash firmware, it says its flashing kernel and then resets the phone as if it has worked but the kernel remains the same, it hasnt worked.
What am I doing wrong here? Never had a problem with Mobile Odin before.
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Root for i9100 running ICS
No Usb Reqd
Read This
[GUIDE] ROOT/UNROOT Stock ICS Firmware without flashing unsecure kernel
For this u don need mobile odin..
mobile odin requires root ... and ur phone is not rooted now so root it using the guide
neerajganga said:
mobile odin requires root ... and ur phone is not rooted now so root it using the guide
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He is rooted:
koolroskii said:
I am running unbranded ICS 4.0.3 with root access.
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cheers guys, i got it all sorted, not sure how but cwm appeared in my app list and i was able to install remix resurrection 2.6.1, so happy days.
I am running unbranded ICS 4.0.3 with root access.
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u r rooted ? and can't simply enter recover and flash whatever u want?!!
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