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Hi all,
A quick question on how easy to roll back (un-root) and put back the stock ROM?
My current ROM is stock Telstra ROM. (just bought the phone today)
PDA: DVKF4
PHONE: DVKF2
CSC: TELKF3
Build Info : Jun 21
I know how to roll back a HTC Desire - by installing the RUU image from HTC or use the PB99IMG.zip install method to remove "root" and put back into std ROM.
I have yet to root my SGS2. Reason to un-root and go back to stock ROM is for warranty purposes. you never know what will happen (for example, my desire decides to dies on me yesterday, had to put back stock ROM to submit for warranty claim).
thank you in advance
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Very easy basics are install stock rom removes root and use usb jig to clear custom rom counter .
jje
B3311 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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thanks for the link, however, i can't seem to find the original kernel.
JJEgan said:
Very easy basics are install stock rom removes root and use usb jig to clear custom rom counter .
jje
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if i do not install any custom rom, therefore, the usb jig is not required, right?
cad_2011 said:
if i do not install any custom rom, therefore, the usb jig is not required, right?
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Nope. Jig is only required to clear the custom Rom counter, in case you have to claim warranty and return the phone to Samsung. And also to force the phone in Download mode, if something bad happens while flashing custom ROM etc.
hey cad,
Made any headway here?
I just bought an SGS2 from Telstra as well and I have a similar phone to yours.
PDA: DVKF4
PHONE: DVKF2
CSC: TELKF3
I too would like to retain the stock kernel, firmware and csc.
If we root with an insecure kernel, how do we go back to stock kernel if it's not downloadable?
Could we just flash another kernel if we are making a warranty claim and hope they don't check?
I assume CSC is where all the Telstra crap is stored and once we get ROOT, we should be able to back this up out of \system
shayne77 said:
hey cad,
Made any headway here?
I just bought an SGS2 from Telstra as well and I have a similar phone to yours.
PDA: DVKF4
PHONE: DVKF2
CSC: TELKF3
I too would like to retain the stock kernel, firmware and csc.
If we root with an insecure kernel, how do we go back to stock kernel if it's not downloadable?
Could we just flash another kernel if we are making a warranty claim and hope they don't check?
I assume CSC is where all the Telstra crap is stored and once we get ROOT, we should be able to back this up out of \system
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nope, mine is still un-root. still waiting for the stock rom to be available. however, i have acquire the "jig".
shayne77 said:
hey cad,
I too would like to retain the stock kernel, firmware and csc.
Could we just flash another kernel if we are making a warranty claim and hope they don't check?
Usual is flash a relevant stock rom or older stock rom and update via Kies.
I assume CSC is where all the Telstra crap is stored and once we get ROOT, we should be able to back this up out of \system
CSC is a file for network settings and does not contain any customized add ons from provider .
jje
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Custom Rom
Hi all I new to all this so could someone point me in the right direction...
1. I need a noob friendly guide to explain what rooting is.
2. How to root.
3 what is odin and all the tools required to root and flash custom firmware.
Video tutorials would be healpful. Im comming from a HTC HD2 but it feels like the explanations were easier to find.
Thanks in advance.
Ebz_09 said:
Hi all I new to all this so could someone point me in the right direction...
1. I need a noob friendly guide to explain what rooting is.
2. How to root.
3 what is odin and all the tools required to root and flash custom firmware.
Video tutorials would be healpful. Im comming from a HTC HD2 but it feels like the explanations were easier to find.
Thanks in advance.
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You could have used the Search for that.
Official Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
CF-Root + Odin and Kernels : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Guide and information on various things : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=723596
Syrellaris said:
You could have used the Search for that.
Official Firmware : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
CF-Root + Odin and Kernels : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Guide and information on various things : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=723596
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Pity my official firmware is not listed
sent from my phone
(please excuse any typographical errors)
Hi all,
I am aware that there are some other posts about newbie and firmware questions, but I guess since I upgraded to the latest firmware - hope it is okay to ask the question.
I have recently upgrade the Android to 2.3.4 XXKG6 - but now when I connect to Kies it says that the firmware is not upgrade-able. did I do something wrong?
What is the most stable,useable, efficient firmware available?
my phone is :
Model:GT-I9100
Android Version 2.3.4
BaseBand: I9100xxKG6
Kernel : 2.6.35.7-I9100KG6-CL425236
Build Number: GINGERBREAD .XXKG6
It will be much appreciated if I someone can point me to the right direction on how to do the installation and where I can get the files.
Thanks again
i think its saying not upgradeable as thats the latest software isnt it? i believe it is so it is simply saying there isnt any further update CURRENTLY
xxkg5 was the official firmware that is upgradeable with kies.
xxkg6 is a custom that is cooked here at xda.
Cooked firmware does not work with kies as it is not recognized that is why you have to use either odin or cwm.
There is a warning at the beginning of the xxkg6 thread that tells you that kies will not work after installation.
Kies will pretty much never upgrade you from an odin flashed firmware, most of the time it will not recognise it as a valid version due to mixing and matching files.
Though, by the time you are odin flashing you will have gotten fed up by how slow firmware updates come anyway
But yes, KG6 is the current "best" stock firmware available.
Thank you guys.
This is a steep learning curve for me at the moment so bare with me
So, currently I have the latest Custom Firmware, is this correct?
Another questions:
* when I use the ODIN to flash the firmware to KG6 the option of "repartition" is not ticked. Do I need to re-flash it again and "ticked" the repartition option?
is there any difference with the "Repartition" option ticked and NOT ticked?
Thanks again
Sometimes a flash may carry a file called a pit file.If so the re-partition box will be automatically checked otherwise never under any circumstances should you check that box if you are not using a pit file.If it is needed the instructions will let you know otherwise never.If you are on XXKG6 and all works fine there is no need to do anything else unless you want to flash a ROM or something.That's up to you.
Sorry to be a big pain here but I am wondering if it is possible to down grade / RESTORE to the original firmware I had? (incase I want to)
it was
Android version is 2.3.3
build number is z2KG2
kernel is 2.6.35.7-I9100
I should have asked this before I did anything else.
thanks again
ardabelati said:
Sorry to be a big pain here but I am wondering if it is possible to down grade / RESTORE to the original firmware I had? (incase I want to)
it was
Android version is 2.3.3
build number is z2KG2
kernel is 2.6.35.7-I9100
I should have asked this before I did anything else.
thanks again
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Yes flash stock rom from the stock romthread .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
jje
ardabelati said:
Sorry to be a big pain here but I am wondering if it is possible to down grade / RESTORE to the original firmware I had? (incase I want to)
it was
Android version is 2.3.3
build number is z2KG2
kernel is 2.6.35.7-I9100
I should have asked this before I did anything else.
thanks again
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Yes, reflash in Odin. List of firmwares here, hope yours is listed.
Hello again.
I have tried to restore my stock firmware zskg2 from the suggested website.after reboot my phone Judy rooting and not showing any menu.its just keep rebooting .what have i done wrong? I didn't do the kernel flash as my understanding it not neccesary .pls let me know what i have missed .
Thank you
what exactly did you flash ?
kernal flash is necessary to restore your old version.
Cosmic Blue said:
what exactly did you flash ?
kernal flash is necessary to restore your old version.
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I did the stock firmware as stated in the :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
What I did was downloaded the ZSKG2 firmware and using ODIN I flash the firmware. Is this way to do it to go back to official GingerBread 2.3.3?
I didn't do any Root processes.
Do I have to do the Kernel flash as stated in the tutorial? :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
My understanding is that I do not need to do the Kernel unless I want to do Root. am I correct?
*** Reason for trying to go back from 2.3.4 XXKG6 is because my WIFI signal does not look as strong as the 2.3.3 (let me know if this is incorrect)
Thanks
kernal flash is to bring to stock that mean it removes the root only.
firmwares do not change gingerbread versions from 2.3.3. to 2.3.4 or 2.3.4 to 2.3.3..
you need an offical carrier branded version that does a wipe of your phone.
Cosmic Blue said:
kernal flash is to bring to stock that mean it removes the root only.
firmwares do not change gingerbread versions from 2.3.3. to 2.3.4 or 2.3.4 to 2.3.3..
you need an offical carrier branded version that does a wipe of your phone.
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Hi Cosmic,
Thanks for your reply.
Cosmic can you please guide me to where I can get the stock firmware to put everything back to where it used to?
Much appreciated
Thanks
Hi all,
I have restart My modem and and my Phone but my WIFI is not improving at all, I am just wondering if any one can help on how to put it back to my original firmware
Thanks
Your phone has gone into whats called a boot-loop.To get out of it enter into recovery mode (menu-volume up-power button) wipe cache,wipe cache repartion,factory reset and reboot system.If that doesnt work enter in download mode and repeat the full flash following word for word the instructions and repeat if needed the recovery wipe.
use this to wipe your device and return it 2.3.3, then upgrade back to xkg2.
XWKF1
This package has: PDA:XWKF1| PHONE: XXKE7| CSC:XEUKD1.
This will wipe your device so do a backup!
Download: http://www.multiupload.com/9OTQ8C6O5D
XWKF1 Stock Kernel: Use the ZSKF1 kernel, it's the same kernel.
THANK YOU ALL!!!
I got out of the boot loop using : recovery mode (menu-volume up-power button) wipe cache,wipe cache repartion,factory reset and reboot system
Thanks Cooza for the info. I got to 2.3.3 now
Now that I am back to starting point again. I would like to hear from you guys of the plus and minus of upgarding (which I should have asked in the first place)... I am learning the hard way...
Thank you for your generosity and patient explaining to me.
Thanks
Regards
I just bought galaxy s2 on a 24 month contract from vodafone.
now;
the model number is
GT-I9100T
Android version; 2.3.3
Baseband: I9100TDUKF4
Kernal Version; 2.6.35.7-I9100TDUKH1-CL474234
and Build Number; Gingerbread.Dukh1
i was really hoping someone could answer some very basic questions for me as i am new.
1) does rooting involve flashing a 'rooted' firmware to ur phone using software like odin? or does it root the existing firmware.
2)Do i really need to change the kernal? what is the benefit?
PS can someone please just explain to me how to root this phone??
i've read around and it is just confusing me..
do i have to flash an official firmware first to root it???arrggh
That could be the same question...
Easiest way to root the phone is to flash an unstable kernel then root the phone, you could also just flash the rooted kernel to your phone...
If you do I would suggest getting a usb jig (from ebay, about $5) as you can reset the flash counter and get rid if the annoying triangle with "!" in it from your boot screen...
You also need to go the Aus I9100T thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1166701
This will give you some advice about the Oz model....
You will probably need to get a copy of your stock modem so you have good signal strength...
Now, you have some reading to do....
Using odin to flash a new firmware doesn't require root. Have a look at this thread, it will answer a lot of your questions http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Different kernels offer different optimisations for example custom boot animations, improved battery life and different versions of cwm and much more. To be honest your best off trying a few, you'll soon get a feel for what is right for you. Have a look at this thread regarding rooting kernels http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399.
.tar = odin flashable, doesn't need root
.zip = clockwork flashable, requires root
As always read the instructions and make sure things are compatible
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
marcadam said:
Using odin to flash a new firmware doesn't require root. Have a look at this thread, it will answer a lot of your questions http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Different kernels offer different optimisations for example custom boot animations, improved battery life and different versions of cwm and much more. To be honest your best off trying a few, you'll soon get a feel for what is right for you. Have a look at this thread regarding rooting kernels http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399.
.tar = odin flashable, doesn't need root
.zip = clockwork flashable, requires root
As always read the instructions and make sure things are compatible
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
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ultramag69 said:
That could be the same question...
Easiest way to root the phone is to flash an unstable kernel then root the phone, you could also just flash the rooted kernel to your phone...
If you do I would suggest getting a usb jig (from ebay, about $5) as you can reset the flash counter and get rid if the annoying triangle with "!" in it from your boot screen...
You also need to go the Aus I9100T thread - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1166701
This will give you some advice about the Oz model....
You will probably need to get a copy of your stock modem so you have good signal strength...
Now, you have some reading to do....
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thanks all for your answer, i went to the http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056334
to get the insecure kernal for KH1
but when i download, there is no .tar file in the zip....
what is going on?
Jay, you might also find this thread useful (Aus SGS2 thread).
P.S - Say hi to Silent Bob for me
jay0514 said:
I just bought galaxy s2 on a 24 month contract from vodafone.
now;
the model number is
GT-I9100T
Android version; 2.3.3
Baseband: I9100TDUKF4
Kernal Version; 2.6.35.7-I9100TDUKH1-CL474234
and Build Number; Gingerbread.Dukh1
i was really hoping someone could answer some very basic questions for me as i am new.
1) does rooting involve flashing a 'rooted' firmware to ur phone using software like odin? or does it root the existing firmware.
2)Do i really need to change the kernal? what is the benefit?
PS can someone please just explain to me how to root this phone??
i've read around and it is just confusing me..
do i have to flash an official firmware first to root it???arrggh
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hi,
Sorry i am a newbie here ..so asking this stupid question.. I Rooted my Galaxy S2 using shorfuse program. Can someone tell me if rooting replaces the stock ROM, baseband or kernel? The triangle that appears on boots shows that i have indeed ROOTED my galaxy, how can i restore it to the original condition it was?
Samsung KIES is currently offering an upgrade, is it for the ROOTED (if it changes the rom) or the original ROM?
Sorry again. Will appreciate the help
Update will revert u to non rooted, and if u didn't rom it it should be on stock kernel and rom
Sent from my SGH-T989 using xda premium
Xxxdevilxxx said:
hi,
Sorry i am a newbie here ..so asking this stupid question.. I Rooted my Galaxy S2 using shorfuse program. Can someone tell me if rooting replaces the stock ROM, baseband or kernel? The triangle that appears on boots shows that i have indeed ROOTED my galaxy, how can i restore it to the original condition it was?
Samsung KIES is currently offering an upgrade, is it for the ROOTED (if it changes the rom) or the original ROM?
Sorry again. Will appreciate the help
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First rooting does not replace the stock ROM and the baseband . The kernel might be replaced , i can only tell about CF-Root kernel . This method replaces the stock kernel with CF-root kernel. No idea about shorfuse sorry.
You have to note your android software version , kernel and baseband before rooting .flash back all to stock. In SuperOneKlick root programm is a button called "Unroot" . Your phone will be unrooted.
Kies offers you a stock samsung rom. If you updated you will loose root.
Thanks for the quick reply. Sorry for the noob questions again, can you give info on the following
Basic Questions:
1- What is a baseband version?
2- What is the Build Number?
3- What is the Kernel Number and how does it differentiate from the build number?
4- Now After Rooting which of the above mentioned are changed?
5- Why does a triangle appear if i still have my Stock ROM?
Thanks again
dont ask any questions or you will be laughed at by idiots
Maxomix0 said:
First rooting does not replace the stock ROM and the baseband . The kernel might be replaced , i can only tell about CF-Root kernel . This method replaces the stock kernel with CF-root kernel. No idea about shorfuse sorry.
You have to note your android software version , kernel and baseband before rooting .flash back all to stock. In SuperOneKlick root programm is a button called "Unroot" . Your phone will be unrooted.
Kies offers you a stock samsung rom. If you updated you will loose root.
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i didn't note the version before rooting. Is it still possible to find out which i had? and the update Samsung is offering does Samsung checks which kernel do you have and propose an update accordingly or is it different?
The UNROOT button does it replaces my CF-Kernel with something else?
tonybhoy said:
dont ask any questions or you will be laughed at by idiots
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Tht's how the world works no? You ask ppl laugh at you and then they ask and you laugh back..but all in all everything is good if you do help with the questions they ask while laughing at them
Xxxdevilxxx said:
i didn't note the version before rooting. Is it still possible to find out which i had? and the update Samsung is offering does Samsung checks which kernel do you have and propose an update accordingly or is it different?
The UNROOT button does it replaces my CF-Kernel with something else?
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First, i don't laugh at people who are new in the Rooting/ROM section here on XDA. I remember my first Rooting
No you can't. But if you want to go back to stock ROM just update the update kies is offering. You will loose root and you will be on stock rom. Samsung KIES will never offer you a Custom ROM update. It offers all the time samsung stock roms. If the unroot button changes the kernel i don't know , sorry .
Basic Questions:
1- What is a baseband version?
2- What is the Build Number?
3- What is the Kernel Number and how does it differentiate from the build number?
4- Now After Rooting which of the above mentioned are changed?
5- Why does a triangle appear if i still have my Stock ROM?
hi mate ill try and break it down for you.
1- go into settings, scroll to the bottom, click on about phone, look under baseband version. the latest baseband im aware of is i9100xxlph, if your on gingerbread it will be an earlier version, if so you can use a usb jig, about 2 quid on ebay to remove the yellow triangle.
2- build number is simply the name the given by the manufacturer ( or custom rom builder ) to the rom that is on your phone, it might include the date and time when it was compiled.
3- kernel number will be called kernel version, this will tell you which kernel you have on and you can change this to one you please, something like cf-root, siyah kernel, red pill, theres loads to choose from
4- when you simply root your phone you wont change any of the above other than the kernel, you have simply enabled yourself super user access, you should have superuser and hopefully clockworkmod recovery ( cwm ) and busybox, with the root applied to your phone you can then choose to download a custom kernel to enable things like overclocking, removing stock bloatware ( mediahub, readers hub, apmobile and all the other crap thats not really any use to anybody) and with cwm you can download rom zips directly to your phone to enable you to customize it with what ever you want.
5- you have a triangle because you have an insecure kernel, ( a rooted one ) and you used a pc or other comp, and a program like the one you used or odin, to put it on your phone, this tells samsung should you put your phone in for repair that you have rooted it, your binary counter will show up as 1 and will void your warranty, ill tell you if your interested in how to remove that once you understand what ive said in this post, if you want to know anything ill help you anyway i can mate.
wezza1979 said:
Basic Questions:
1- What is a baseband version?
2- What is the Build Number?
3- What is the Kernel Number and how does it differentiate from the build number?
4- Now After Rooting which of the above mentioned are changed?
5- Why does a triangle appear if i still have my Stock ROM?
hi mate ill try and break it down for you.
1- go into settings, scroll to the bottom, click on about phone, look under baseband version. the latest baseband im aware of is i9100xxlph, if your on gingerbread it will be an earlier version, if so you can use a usb jig, about 2 quid on ebay to remove the yellow triangle.
2- build number is simply the name the given by the manufacturer ( or custom rom builder ) to the rom that is on your phone, it might include the date and time when it was compiled.
3- kernel number will be called kernel version, this will tell you which kernel you have on and you can change this to one you please, something like cf-root, siyah kernel, red pill, theres loads to choose from
4- when you simply root your phone you wont change any of the above other than the kernel, you have simply enabled yourself super user access, you should have superuser and hopefully clockworkmod recovery ( cwm ) and busybox, with the root applied to your phone you can then choose to download a custom kernel to enable things like overclocking, removing stock bloatware ( mediahub, readers hub, apmobile and all the other crap thats not really any use to anybody) and with cwm you can download rom zips directly to your phone to enable you to customize it with what ever you want.
5- you have a triangle because you have an insecure kernel, ( a rooted one ) and you used a pc or other comp, and a program like the one you used or odin, to put it on your phone, this tells samsung should you put your phone in for repair that you have rooted it, your binary counter will show up as 1 and will void your warranty, ill tell you if your interested in how to remove that once you understand what ive said in this post, if you want to know anything ill help you anyway i can mate.
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Tell me please how i can remove the yelllow triangle without jig please
Maxomix0 said:
First, i don't laugh at people who are new in the Rooting/ROM section here on XDA. I remember my first Rooting
No you can't. But if you want to go back to stock ROM just update the update kies is offering. You will loose root and you will be on stock rom. Samsung KIES will never offer you a Custom ROM update. It offers all the time samsung stock roms. If the unroot button changes the kernel i don't know , sorry .
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Thanks bro ... The ROOTING was easy now just wanted to look at the after effects..hehe.. So samsung kies probably doesn't check the kernel version to offer update!
first i need to know that your baseband version is, look in settings and post it on here
wezza1979 said:
Basic Questions:
1- What is a baseband version?
2- What is the Build Number?
3- What is the Kernel Number and how does it differentiate from the build number?
4- Now After Rooting which of the above mentioned are changed?
5- Why does a triangle appear if i still have my Stock ROM?
hi mate ill try and break it down for you.
1- go into settings, scroll to the bottom, click on about phone, look under baseband version. the latest baseband im aware of is i9100xxlph, if your on gingerbread it will be an earlier version, if so you can use a usb jig, about 2 quid on ebay to remove the yellow triangle.
2- build number is simply the name the given by the manufacturer ( or custom rom builder ) to the rom that is on your phone, it might include the date and time when it was compiled.
3- kernel number will be called kernel version, this will tell you which kernel you have on and you can change this to one you please, something like cf-root, siyah kernel, red pill, theres loads to choose from
4- when you simply root your phone you wont change any of the above other than the kernel, you have simply enabled yourself super user access, you should have superuser and hopefully clockworkmod recovery ( cwm ) and busybox, with the root applied to your phone you can then choose to download a custom kernel to enable things like overclocking, removing stock bloatware ( mediahub, readers hub, apmobile and all the other crap thats not really any use to anybody) and with cwm you can download rom zips directly to your phone to enable you to customize it with what ever you want.
5- you have a triangle because you have an insecure kernel, ( a rooted one ) and you used a pc or other comp, and a program like the one you used or odin, to put it on your phone, this tells samsung should you put your phone in for repair that you have rooted it, your binary counter will show up as 1 and will void your warranty, ill tell you if your interested in how to remove that once you understand what ive said in this post, if you want to know anything ill help you anyway i can mate.
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Thanks mate this was really helpful!!.. One last question though if i upgrade the firmware using Samsung KIES will it reset the counter? (Doesn't matter coz my warranty isn't in anyway effected by it) just curious question? Read about a USB jig a few seconds earlier than your post, i would have to use that to reset the counter wouldn't I? And if i dont edit the binary counter now when i am on 2.3.3 i can't do it after i upgrade, since USB jig has known issues with 2.3.6 and above, no?
wezza1979 said:
first i need to know that your baseband version is, look in settings and post it on here
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Here's the Info:
Android Version: 2.3.3
Baseband Version: I9100XXXKF1
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100JPKG2-CL342890
[email protected]#2
Build Number: GINGERBREAD.JPKG2
Xxxdevilxxx said:
Thanks bro ... The ROOTING was easy now just wanted to look at the after effects..hehe.. So samsung kies probably doesn't check the kernel version to offer update!
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Np mate .. i can recommend CheckROM Revo v6 + ICS Domination 2.0.3 Theme.. these guys who made it are amasing. Check it out. Yes, KIES wants that you are using a Original Samsung rom and not any other custom made
Xxxdevilxxx said:
Thanks mate this was really helpful!!.. One last question though if i upgrade the firmware using Samsung KIES will it reset the counter? (Doesn't matter coz my warranty isn't in anyway effected by it) just curious question? Read about a USB jig a few seconds earlier than your post, i would have to use that to reset the counter wouldn't I? And if i dont edit the binary counter now when i am on 2.3.3 i can't do it after i upgrade, since USB jig has known issues with 2.3.6 and above, no?
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It won't reset the counter. You need the jig to reset the counter and remove the yelllow triangle.
no mate if you update via kies it wont reset the counter, and you dont have to use the jig to reset it, have a look at this thread by intratech ( hes ****hot)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
find your baseband in the list and download the stock kernel from it, flash this through odin, use 1.85, flash it in the pda section of it, it will get rid of your triangle but keep your root. its not the fact that its 2.3.6 that makes it redundant exactly, its that it uses the new bootloader, you can download the old bootloader and flash it through odin in the bootloader section and use the jig to reset it and then if you want to but not required flash the new one over the top of it, if your interested in using a non official icecream sandwich ( im currently using cyanogenmod 9 nightlie ( which is awesome ) you canuse chainfires triangle away program, a zip file you can flash with cwm and that gets rid of the triangle also but it only works on ice cream sandwich as far as i am aware.
Maxomix0 said:
Np mate .. i can recommend CheckROM Revo v6 + ICS Domination 2.0.3 Theme.. these guys who made it are amasing. Check it out. Yes, KIES wants that you are using a Original Samsung rom and not any other custom made
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Will do but i have to admit i am one of those obsessive ppl whining over the delay of ICS so gonna upgrade to that when it comes out and if not satisfied then gonna try all the custom ROMS out there lol
wezza1979 said:
no mate if you update via kies it wont reset the counter, and you dont have to use the jig to reset it, have a look at this thread by intratech ( hes ****hot)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
find your baseband in the list and download the stock kernel from it, flash this through odin, use 1.85, flash it in the pda section of it, it will get rid of your triangle but keep your root. its not the fact that its 2.3.6 that makes it redundant exactly, its that it uses the new bootloader, you can download the old bootloader and flash it through odin in the bootloader section and use the jig to reset it and then if you want to but not required flash the new one over the top of it, if your interested in using a non official icecream sandwich ( im currently using cyanogenmod 9 nightlie ( which is awesome ) you canuse chainfires triangle away program, a zip file you can flash with cwm and that gets rid of the triangle also but it only works on ice cream sandwich as far as i am aware.
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Thanks man that clears everything up!! And the thread you forwarded me too is awesome , now i dont have to worry about getting my stock kernel back !!. and how is CM9? Is it better than stock as in does it provide more features or sumthing like that or just visually pleasing?
and how is CM9? Is it better than stock as in does it provide more features or sumthing like that or just visually pleasing?
cm9 is excellent, it has the new ics camera, with paneramic mode and the video camera mode works unlike the others ive tested, its not fully complete, the theme functions arent in place yet, but it runs sweet as a nut, never crashes and i use rom manager, paid 3.99 for it well worth the money, and you can download roms straight to your phone though it its a great bit of kit, they post all the updated roms on it too for the one you have installed. gotta dash man if you need help with owt give me a shout. oh dont forget the thanks button if i helped!!
Hey Guys!
I just bought the mighty S2 and am loving it.
Baseband version: I9100DDLPA
Build Number: IML74K.XWLP7
I tried rooting my phone with ODIN and CF_ROOT method. This is the file version i used.
CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5.zip
Now after rooting, my phone booted automatically. When i tried restarting, it was getting stuck on the yellow triangle.
I then downloaded the other kernel and tried flashing that too with ODIN.
CF-Root-SGS2_DX_XTC_LP7-v5.4-CWM5.zip
But alas..
Then i downloaded the official ROM for my country and flashed it with ODIN. Fixed my phone. Below is the firmware i used.
GT-I9100_INU_I9100XWLP7_I9100ODDLP9_I9100DDLPA
This runs on ICS 4.0.3. I see that there's one more ROM of my country thats 4.0.4 on samsung-updates.
So my questions are as below
1) Which CF_ROOT version do i use to get my stock firmware rooted?
2) Is 4.0.4 any better than 4.0.3? Where do i find the changelog?
3) Can I flash a firmware of ANY country? Does it matter if I flash the firmware of my neighboring country?
4) Where do i find the stock kernel for my Firmware?
5) Does flashing the official firmware flash the stock kernel along with it? Meaning will it remove the Siyah-s2-v4.1.5 i am currently running :cyclops: ?
6) If 5 is yes, and if i need to by chance send my phone to the service center for warranty, and also if I am running a custom rom, will flashing the original firmware of my country + removing the yellow triangle + resetting the counter bring it back to warranty? ;P
7) Is there a way to try a ROM from the SD card without actually flashing it?
I seriously gotta parcel a crate of beer for the one who answers my questions.. One all set, I am in for trying out a custom ROM!
androiderb89 said:
Hey Guys!
I just bought the mighty S2 and am loving it.
Baseband version: I9100DDLPA
Build Number: IML74K.XWLP7
I tried rooting my phone with ODIN and CF_ROOT method. This is the file version i used.
CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5.zip
Now after rooting, my phone booted automatically. When i tried restarting, it was getting stuck on the yellow triangle.
I then downloaded the other kernel and tried flashing that too with ODIN.
CF-Root-SGS2_DX_XTC_LP7-v5.4-CWM5.zip
But alas..
Then i downloaded the official ROM for my country and flashed it with ODIN. Fixed my phone. Below is the firmware i used.
GT-I9100_INU_I9100XWLP7_I9100ODDLP9_I9100DDLPA
This runs on ICS 4.0.3. I see that there's one more ROM of my country thats 4.0.4 on samsung-updates.
So my questions are as below
1) Which CF_ROOT version do i use to get my stock firmware rooted?
2) Is 4.0.4 any better than 4.0.3? Where do i find the changelog?
3) Can I flash a firmware of ANY country? Does it matter if I flash the firmware of my neighboring country?
4) Where do i find the stock kernel for my Firmware?
5) Does flashing the official firmware flash the stock kernel along with it? Meaning will it remove the Siyah-s2-v4.1.5 i am currently running :cyclops: ?
6) If 5 is yes, and if i need to by chance send my phone to the service center for warranty, and also if I am running a custom rom, will flashing the original firmware of my country + removing the yellow triangle + resetting the counter bring it back to warranty? ;P
7) Is there a way to try a ROM from the SD card without actually flashing it?
I seriously gotta parcel a crate of beer for the one who answers my questions.. One all set, I am in for trying out a custom ROM!
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1 I don't know I use siyah kernel to root although there are full instructions in chainfires thread.
2 4.0.4 is better than 4.0.3 as it's an upgrade , use Google for change log.
3 yes you can flash any countries rom for your device.
4 in Stock rom. Just reflash the ROM to stock kernel, but this will loose root access.
5 yes. Correct.
6. It will remove triangle but you need triangle away app to reset counter. Credits to chainfire
7 no not that I know of.
Sir can I suggest you read the sticky threads in this forum. There are many excellent guides, advice, tips and information. You would do well to read them to save bricking your new device.
All the best
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
HANDSY said:
1 I don't know I use siyah kernel to root although there are full instructions in chainfires thread.
2 4.0.4 is better than 4.0.3 as it's an upgrade , use Google for change log.
3 yes you can flash any countries rom for your device.
4 in Stock rom. Just reflash the ROM to stock kernel, but this will loose root access.
5 yes. Correct.
6. It will remove triangle but you need triangle away app to reset counter. Credits to chainfire
7 no not that I know of.
Sir can I suggest you read the sticky threads in this forum. There are many excellent guides, advice, tips and information. You would do well to read them to save bricking your new device.
All the best
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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Hi Handsy. I am doing that. Thats were i learnt how to root n stuff but it failed. Hence used Siyah kernel and automagically got Root access
Anyway regarding point number 4, i didnt understand what you meant. DO I reflash the entire 350MB firmware just to get the stock kernel??
androiderb89 said:
Hi Handsy. I am doing that. Thats were i learnt how to root n stuff but it failed. Hence used Siyah kernel and automagically got Root access
Anyway regarding point number 4, i didnt understand what you meant. DO I reflash the entire 350MB firmware just to get the stock kernel??
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Yes to get stock kernel re-flash the whole stock rom. There is a method of extracting the kernel from the zip file but I've never tried it. Easy and safe to re flash whole rom package.
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HANDSY said:
Yes to get stock kernel re-flash the whole stock rom. There is a method of extracting the kernel from the zip file but I've never tried it. Easy and safe to re flash whole rom package.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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Thanks for the great help! +1 for ya
I noticed that flashing the firmware didnt make a single change to my phone. The apps and settings were totally intact. Will installing 4.0.4 too be the same? Also i heard about this brick bug on our phone. Does that happen while only wiping data/cahche using CWM? Is there an anther way of wiping data/cache/dalvik etc? other than factory reset for the bug
androiderb89 said:
Thanks for the great help! +1 for ya
I noticed that flashing the firmware didnt make a single change to my phone. The apps and settings were totally intact. Will installing 4.0.4 too be the same? Also i heard about this brick bug on our phone. Does that happen while only wiping data/cahche using CWM? Is there an anther way of wiping data/cache/dalvik etc? other than factory reset for the bug
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When moving between like firmwares (same number) you often do this without wiping data however when upgrading or down grading a full wipe is necessary. To avoid brick bug only wipe with a custom kernel eg siyah etc
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Dont forget to backup your efs folder and make a nand backup before you get going.
Help
Hardware : MT6577
Model : GT-I93000
Build number : IMM76D.I93000ZSALED.9P017.6628
Build date UTC : 20121016-085327
Android v : 4.1.1
Baseband v: -----
Kernel v : 3.0.13 ([email protected]) (gcc version 4.4.3 (GCC) ) #1 SMP Tue Oct 16 16:50:37 CST 2012
Got softbricked. Bootloop. Need help to unbrick.
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