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Hi,
Does I9100G same as I9100?
Can I flash CF-Root on I9100G?
Does the custom rom in this forum is compatible?
Anyone tried it before?
I use a GT-9100T with no issues as baseband version KH3 of the custom rom matches that of the stock.
Have a look around in chainfire's thread for a matching rooted kernel. Once rooted, use the CWM app that's installed automatically to make a nan-backup of your original rom (if three is no shipped rom G version available for download, check intratech thread)
......That is if you decide to go down this path. Sorry can't be of more help.
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calvenyow said:
Anyone tried it before?
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it's different, processor different..
hahaboy said:
it's different, processor different..
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How different? Processor is same as 1.2GHZ
Has any one tried this?
calvenyow said:
Hi,
Does I9100G same as I9100?
Can I flash CF-Root on I9100G?
Does the custom rom in this forum is compatible?
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I too have the I9100G DXKH4 S2 and from experience please do not use CF-Root files on the G phone. I ended up with a stuck Samsung Boot screen with the Yellow Triangle.
Some of the ROMs i tried from Intratech and Samfirmware could not be flashed and the error did not go away. Last resort was I sent back to Samsung for reflash.
Just updated my firmware to DZKI1 using Kies. Looks like we are stuck with an
unrootable phone until CF gives us the CF-I9100G root files
I sure would like to know what exactly is the difference between between the "G" and non G phone but somehow I cant find any except for bricking it
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One other thing, I noticed the G phone has some font issues
1. Droidwords...In the game where you can see the points on your word played (top right), the fonts become ............
2. Papago , the mylist (saved location) fonts are extremely small
3. TouchPal Keyboard (IMHO is far superior than the stock Samsung KB) - Full QWERTY mode with Symbols and Numbers intermixed, first 3 rows are missing all the symbols and numbers. Only the last row of keys can be seen with the symbols
cmloo said:
I too have the I9100G DXKH4 S2 and from experience please do not use CF-Root files on the G phone. I ended up with a stuck Samsung Boot screen with the Yellow Triangle.
Some of the ROMs i tried from Intratech and Samfirmware could not be flashed and the error did not go away. Last resort was I sent back to Samsung for reflash.
Just updated my firmware to DZKI1 using Kies. Looks like we are stuck with an
unrootable phone until CF gives us the CF-I9100G root files
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Hi. Do you have a copy of the DZKI1 firmware? I can't find that version anywhere. I want to use that to flash my i9100g so i don't have to send it back to Samsung. Thanks.
cmloo said:
I too have the I9100G DXKH4 S2 and from experience please do not use CF-Root files on the G phone. I ended up with a stuck Samsung Boot screen with the Yellow Triangle.
Some of the ROMs i tried from Intratech and Samfirmware could not be flashed and the error did not go away. Last resort was I sent back to Samsung for reflash.
Just updated my firmware to DZKI1 using Kies. Looks like we are stuck with an
unrootable phone until CF gives us the CF-I9100G root files
I sure would like to know what exactly is the difference between between the "G" and non G phone but somehow I cant find any except for bricking it
i hjave my G and rooted now. but in my papago, all the words are extreme small, i don't know how to read it. anyway to solve it ?
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One other thing, I noticed the G phone has some font issues
1. Droidwords...In the game where you can see the points on your word played (top right), the fonts become ............
2. Papago , the mylist (saved location) fonts are extremely small
3. TouchPal Keyboard (IMHO is far superior than the stock Samsung KB) - Full QWERTY mode with Symbols and Numbers intermixed, first 3 rows are missing all the symbols and numbers. Only the last row of keys can be seen with the symbols
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i hjave my G and rooted now. but in my papago, all the words are extreme small, i don't know how to read it. anyway to solve it ?
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calvenyow said:
How different? Processor is same as 1.2GHZ
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I9100G is TI OMAP 4430 , same as LG optimus 3D
cmloo said:
I too have the I9100G DXKH4 S2 and from experience please do not use CF-Root files on the G phone. I ended up with a stuck Samsung Boot screen with the Yellow Triangle.
Some of the ROMs i tried from Intratech and Samfirmware could not be flashed and the error did not go away. Last resort was I sent back to Samsung for reflash.
Just updated my firmware to DZKI1 using Kies. Looks like we are stuck with an
unrootable phone until CF gives us the CF-I9100G root files
I sure would like to know what exactly is the difference between between the "G" and non G phone but somehow I cant find any except for bricking it
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One other thing, I noticed the G phone has some font issues
1. Droidwords...In the game where you can see the points on your word played (top right), the fonts become ............
2. Papago , the mylist (saved location) fonts are extremely small
3. TouchPal Keyboard (IMHO is far superior than the stock Samsung KB) - Full QWERTY mode with Symbols and Numbers intermixed, first 3 rows are missing all the symbols and numbers. Only the last row of keys can be seen with the symbols
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U did exactly what I was did. Now my phone sent to warranty...
Hope can get it back soon...feel very regretful.
cmloo said:
I too have the I9100G DXKH4 S2 and from experience please do not use CF-Root files on the G phone. I ended up with a stuck Samsung Boot screen with the Yellow Triangle.
Some of the ROMs i tried from Intratech and Samfirmware could not be flashed and the error did not go away. Last resort was I sent back to Samsung for reflash.
Just updated my firmware to DZKI1 using Kies. Looks like we are stuck with an
unrootable phone until CF gives us the CF-I9100G root files
I sure would like to know what exactly is the difference between between the "G" and non G phone but somehow I cant find any except for bricking it
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One other thing, I noticed the G phone has some font issues
1. Droidwords...In the game where you can see the points on your word played (top right), the fonts become ............
2. Papago , the mylist (saved location) fonts are extremely small
3. TouchPal Keyboard (IMHO is far superior than the stock Samsung KB) - Full QWERTY mode with Symbols and Numbers intermixed, first 3 rows are missing all the symbols and numbers. Only the last row of keys can be seen with the symbols
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i9100g is using different CPU TI OMAP 4430. I think thats why root fail. You can PM hahaboy cos he have rooted his device. Also it seems you guys got official rom KI1 which is a 2.3.5 rom.
all I9100G users, dont use any I9100 rom or kernel, that's totally different. we just wait 9100G rom and kernel out. no choice.
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antt00 said:
i9100g is using different CPU TI OMAP 4430. I think thats why root fail. You can PM hahaboy cos he have rooted his device. Also it seems you guys got official rom KI1 which is a 2.3.5 rom.
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now i just got the kernel to root KH4 2.3.4.
marsomadness said:
Hi. Do you have a copy of the DZKI1 firmware? I can't find that version anywhere. I want to use that to flash my i9100g so i don't have to send it back to Samsung. Thanks.
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afraid not. i used kies to upgrade. personal experience..dun upgrade. My calls keep dropping. data signal not consistent and multiple reboots in a day. only plus point is that it feels snappier
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hahaboy said:
all I9100G users, dont use any I9100 rom or kernel, that's totally different. we just wait 9100G rom and kernel out. no choice.
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now i just got the kernel to root KH4 2.3.4.
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hahaboy....do u have the files for I9100G DXKH4 ? i feel that this the best version for our G phone. Regret moving to KI1
Can you also post the root file for KH4?
i got the root kernel file for KH4, but do you have the KH4 rom to downgrade ?
hahaboy said:
i got the root kernel file for KH4, but do you have the KH4 rom to downgrade ?
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No I don't. I lost kh 4 when I went to kies and upgraded ki 1
Sent from my GT-I9100G using XDA Premium App
my phone is sent to warranty for few days ago...
they told me have to replaced a new mainboard....
antt00 said:
i9100g is using different CPU TI OMAP 4430. I think thats why root fail. You can PM hahaboy cos he have rooted his device. Also it seems you guys got official rom KI1 which is a 2.3.5 rom.
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Then which CPU is better?
hahaboy said:
i got the root kernel file for KH4, but do you have the KH4 rom to downgrade ?
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Hi Hahaboy,
I need the KH4 kernel (for i9100G) to flash my i9100G back to normal..
I've foolishly tried to root it using the CF root with a KH4 kernel (for i9100) that causes the phone to be stuck at the reboot level..
Hope to hear from you soon.
d3vils said:
Hi Hahaboy,
I need the KH4 kernel (for i9100G) to flash my i9100G back to normal..
I've foolishly tried to root it using the CF root with a KH4 kernel (for i9100) that causes the phone to be stuck at the reboot level..
Hope to hear from you soon.
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I'm in the same boat as d3vils. Hahaboy, maybe you can attach the kernel in the post because there're probably others with the same issue. Thank in advance. (Have also sent you a PM on this).
aidfarh said:
I'm in the same boat as d3vils. Hahaboy, maybe you can attach the kernel in the post because there're probably others with the same issue. Thank in advance. (Have also sent you a PM on this).
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I'll post later, using mobile now
Sent from my GT-I9100G using xda premium
Hi all,
I want to flash the VillianRom, but I'm not sure if I'm able to use it. I'm using this stock firmware:
PDA:CEKI2
PHONE: XXKI1
Android 2.3.4
XEN (Netherlands)
I think I've to use the VillianRom 2.5, with the 2.3.4 base. It states XXKI4 though, so my question is if I can use it with my XXKI1?
Cheers
Yes you can, the firmware your phone comes with doesnt effect the rom, the version number listed for Villian rom just means which stock rom its based on, in this case VR2.5 is using 2.3.4 KI4.
You can flash VR3 which is 2.3.5 KI3 (yes samsung have stupid version numbers).
Dont worry about what you are starting with, but you will want to wipe data/cache so make sure to backup anything you dont want to lose first.
Thanks for the explantion! Didn't see any real requirement notifications in the villian rom thread, so thought better to ask first Nice to know it doesn't matter!
You can use KI1 or KI3..i choose KI3 to be honest i am getting better signals and wifi is stronger...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1277593
that might help you
Matriak31 said:
You can use KI1 or KI3..i choose KI3 to be honest i am getting better signals and wifi is stronger...
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1277593
that might help you
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Thanks! I take it that it doesn't matter then which modem you use? As in no country restrictions? As the KI1 came with the Dutch stock firmware for me
Apekaas said:
Thanks! I take it that it doesn't matter then which modem you use? As in no country restrictions? As the KI1 came with the Dutch stock firmware for me
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Modem or kernel are all interchangeable .
jje
Hi,
I'm new on these forums so apologies in advance if I get things wrong.
I received my Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 on 2.3.4 with XXKI1 from Vodafone on Saturday, I have been getting used to using it after I switched from a *spit* iPhone 4.
Life story over, what I wanted to say was;
Since this is my first time using Android, I wanted to root my device and I was wondering what would be the best ROM to use, I was looking around on the forums and Villain ROM seems to be pretty good, so what file would I need to download? I have ODIN on my downloaded at the moment. And also and when Matriak31 said "You can use KI1 or KI3" what does this exactly mean? Because he then goes on to talk about the Wifi signal being stronger and I notice that my wifi has been pretty weak compared to my old phone.
Thank you very much
Buneetg said:
Hi,
I'm new on these forums so apologies in advance if I get things wrong.
I received my Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 on 2.3.4 with XXKI1 from Vodafone on Saturday, I have been getting used to using it after I switched from a *spit* iPhone 4.
Life story over, what I wanted to say was;
Since this is my first time using Android, I wanted to root my device
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
USE KI1
, I was looking around on the forums and Villain ROM seems to be pretty good, so what file would I need to download?
You need to read the VR rom instructions they give the files .
I have ODIN on my downloaded at the moment. And also and when Matriak31 said "You can use KI1 or KI3" what does this exactly mean? Because he then goes on to talk about the Wifi signal being stronger and I notice that my wifi has been pretty weak compared to my old phone.
One signal meter not very accurate two modems are interchangeable some rate KI1 modem as best .
jje
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Sorry what does that actually mean?
Thank you
Buneetg said:
Sorry what does that actually mean?
Thank you
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Hi Buneetg, ki1 ki3 are two of the available modems (=baseband) you can try.
To root your phone you can start by checking the link at post #8.
Then you can get the link to download VillainRom here (post #3).
But, seriously, if you don't know what file you have to download you probably should have a look first around the many guides and whatnot that have been posted here about root, roms, kernels, etc. imo.good luck.
Thank you I appreciate the help
Regarding the Samsung Galaxy S2 I9100,
I'm totally new in this field and I have no idea which stock kernel should I be getting.
The info says:
PDA: UHKI2
PHONE: UHKI1
CSC: UBKI2
BTW, kies writes the following:
PDA:KI2, PHONE:KI1, CSC:KI2 (VNO)
which part of that matters most? I can't find a kernel that exactly matches mine.
Any help would be appreciated.
Thanks.
PS: I found "GT-I9100_VNO_I9100UHKE2_I9100UHKE2_I9100UBKD1" - does it match mine?
When looking for a kernel, which part should match mine? UH -> UH? or KI2 -> KI2? I am totally confused.
what would happen if I switched to another stock kernel, which is different than my stock one?
You are running the latest rom for your location (Some where Latin America) The one you found is an old one.
You have to read read read all of the posts or use the search engine, before you start trying to brick your phone.
can you explain abit more?
What if I change my ROM/kernel/whatever and after that I wanna go back to stock.
How do I get MY kernel?
Sorry for being annoying :>
Look here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1101671
and here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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Start reading all of this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1065995
the second thread you linked is where I found the "GT-I9100_VNO_I9100UHKE2_I9100UHKE2_I9100UBKD1"
I didn't find anything that matches mine in there.
so where would I get this kernel?
barakbk said:
can you explain abit more?
What if I change my ROM/kernel/whatever and after that I wanna go back to stock.
How do I get MY kernel?
Sorry for being annoying :>
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You want firmware not a kernel to revert .
kernel is not firmware its the kernel of the firmware .
Stock firmware is in the stock roms post .
Stock Roms .and csc
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
jje
I think that I kinda got it.
Anyway, thanks for helping!
I will keep reading more about this..
last question though:
When I get a custom ROM, it may also change my kernel right?
and is the ROM mentioned above - "GT-I9100_VNO_I9100UHKE2_I9100UHKE2_I9100UBKD1" the same as mine? (but older)
Hi, Please I need help, right now..
I flased CM 7.1 on my SGS2, and it had a problem the installation went fine, but after 5 minutes use it was freezing, and I could only pull out the battery to restart it. I tried restoring my nandroidbackup with CWM, but it seems that he version changed from 5.0.2.7 to 5.0.2.6 and now it does recognize by backup anymore.
Now..in CWM, I wiped/factory reset, and wiped dalvik cache and power off the phone. Now I want to install stock. I think I have to use ODIN. What kernel and ROM should I use ? Is it ok if I flash with ODIN after wiping everyting ?
yes wipe everything and use odin to flash correct rom for your region or the latest of any other region doesnt matter. but you should have i9100.
This is my new first android phone Samsung galaxy s2 I9100
Device info:
Build number:GINGERBREAD.XWKF3
Kernal Version:2.6.35.7 I9100 XWKF3
Android version 2.3.3
I have few questions:
1)Need procedure to root my device and install the custom ROM..
2)Which ROM is best?
3)can i back up my OS so that in case i need to revert back.
And finally i am a noob so details step by step procedure will be helpfull thanks
Thanks.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746794
First things first - Upgrade your phone to latest firmware using the official way: OTA or Samsung Kies application.
Next go through the infinite posts about rooting - pros and cons; and decide why you want to root. One wrong step and you may end up losing your phone forever.
link which you have give is for ICS users not fir GB...
How to Root
xDa_nightfury said:
link which you have give is for ICS users not fir GB...
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Do one thing..If you are not able to find the relevant thread directly in the forum use Google. Just type "how to Root galaxy S2+gingerbread 2.3.3" and you would most probably be directed to some thread in XDA itself.
Besides, dont worry, just follow the instructions word to word and you should be fine. Personal experience.
Press thanks if it helps.
xDa_nightfury said:
link which you have give is for ICS users not fir GB...
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Just update ur phone to ics using kies or ota.
What is the difference between updating GB to ICS and then rooting and
i am having GB and rooting the device??
Can't i just root and then install custom ICS OS??
Like the other guys say, upgrade to ICS and then root - I used this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
That root method is ridiculously easy.
xDa_nightfury said:
What is the difference between updating GB to ICS and then rooting and
i am having GB and rooting the device??
Can't i just root and then install custom ICS OS??
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I agree with Carlover and the others have to say.
Rooting on ICS is ridiculously easy as compared to GB. Thats the reason people are asking you to upgrade to ICS and then root.
xDa_nightfury said:
What is the difference between updating GB to ICS and then rooting and
i am having GB and rooting the device??
Can't i just root and then install custom ICS OS??
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If you like it this way then just find a rom that can be flash through odin then u r directly in ics + rooted..
Two important things for you to consider:-
1.dont upgrage to/flash stock 4.0.4 rom until you install a kernel like siyah etc.
2.dont ask "whats the best rom" questions.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
theunderling said:
Two important things for you to consider:-
1.dont upgrage to/flash stock 4.0.4 rom until you install a kernel like siyah etc.
2.dont ask "whats the best rom" questions.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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I was thinking of upgrading from 2.3.3. to ICS and then use the method specified in my thread.
What is siyah?
xDa_nightfury said:
I was thinking of upgrading from 2.3.3. to ICS and then use the method specified in my thread.
What is siyah?
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Siyah is one of the best custom kernels for our phone, developed by an elite XDA developer
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
theunderling said:
Two important things for you to consider:-
1.dont upgrage to/flash stock 4.0.4 rom until you install a kernel like siyah etc.
2.dont ask "whats the best rom" questions.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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I am in confusion now.
Kernal is a part of ROM right?
If i upgrade to ICS then i will have ICS kernal right?
Can you elaborate point 1?
My mobile current state is having GB...(i can upgrade it to ICS from service centre)
Steps which i think i should be doing
Method 1:
1)Upgrade it to ICS and root the mobile.
Once i get admin rights replace the kernal " siyah"
2)Take backup of current ROM
3)Install custom ROMS
method 2:
1)with current OS GB root the mobile
2)Replace the kernal
3)Backup OS
4)Install custom ROMS
Tell me steps are correct or Provide me the changes and the method which i should go for.
It's simple, root your current firmware by using the siyah GB version. After rooting, install titanium backup and backup every application. Before the titanium backup, install sms backup +, open it and click the backup button. It will now backup all your sms and your call log. You contacts should be synced with google. Now just download the ICS firmware to flash using odin. Flash it. Flash siyah through odin (ICS version). Now install titanium backup and sms backup +. Restore everything. Now you have ICS stock.
Whenever you flash the siyah kernel your phone will be rooted. Be careful not to use siyah GB with ICS and siyah ICS version with GB. They may brick your phone.
We are rooting your gingerbread so that you can backup all your apps using titanium backup which requires root.
That's pretty much it, enjoy your new phone.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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If you want to backup your entire current firmware, after rooting your gingerbread firmware, switch off the phone and press volume up + home + power button at the same time and keep holding them. They'll bring up a recovery screen (this is where you install roms backup entire roms/firmwares etc) go to backup and restore and backup.
Feel free to ask any questions.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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Best Rom doesn't actually exist. The thing is, everybody has different things they like in different roms. So I can't help you there.
Btw, I told you to get ICS using odin first so that you have a original firmware file of ICS available with you if you need it later. It's the longer procedure but It's good this way.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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I didn't describe the odin flashing methods. I'm assuming you've done some research on using odin. If you haven't, don't worry, just ask me and I'll help. Just make sure you've installed kies on your pc/laptop
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
Nasty_z said:
It's simple, root your current firmware by using the siyah GB version. After rooting, install titanium backup and backup every application. Before the titanium backup, install sms backup +, open it and click the backup button. It will now backup all your sms and your call log. You contacts should be synced with google. Now just download the ICS firmware to flash using odin. Flash it. Flash siyah through odin (ICS version). Now install titanium backup and sms backup +. Restore everything. Now you have ICS stock.
Whenever you flash the siyah kernel your phone will be rooted. Be careful not to use siyah GB with ICS and siyah ICS version with GB. They may brick your phone.
We are rooting your gingerbread so that you can backup all your apps using titanium backup which requires root.
That's pretty much it, enjoy your new phone.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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If you want to backup your entire current firmware, after rooting your gingerbread firmware, switch off the phone and press volume up + home + power button at the same time and keep holding them. They'll bring up a recovery screen (this is where you install roms backup entire roms/firmwares etc) go to backup and restore and backup.
Feel free to ask any questions.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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Best Rom doesn't actually exist. The thing is, everybody has different things they like in different roms. So I can't help you there.
Btw, I told you to get ICS using odin first so that you have a original firmware file of ICS available with you if you need it later. It's the longer procedure but It's good this way.
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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I didn't describe the odin flashing methods. I'm assuming you've done some research on using odin. If you haven't, don't worry, just ask me and I'll help. Just make sure you've installed kies on your pc/laptop
Sent from my S II ( "Jelly Bean'd Monster" )
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First of all thanks for helping this newBee...
1)I m scared of bricking my cell. So i dnt want to take single chance of doing so.
2)I can just upgrade to ICS free of cost from samsung sevice centre.
3)I am not getting a single reason to root the mobile at the cost of ICS..
It would have been the case of installing JB then i would have thought of.
Taking the backup of current GB doesnt make scence ....
What if my cell bricks may i use the backup of GB?
All the advices are welcome.
Thanks in advance..
Watever you do, don't upgrade to ICS v4.0.4. You can hard brick your device. 4.0.3 is fine. Very fine!
xDa_nightfury said:
First of all thanks for helping this newBee...
1)I m scared of bricking my cell. So i dnt want to take single chance of doing so.
2)I can just upgrade to ICS free of cost from samsung sevice centre.
3)I am not getting a single reason to root the mobile at the cost of ICS..
It would have been the case of installing JB then i would have thought of.
Taking the backup of current GB doesnt make scence ....
What if my cell bricks may i use the backup of GB?
All the advices are welcome.
Thanks in advance..
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Why don't you just update over-the-air? (I should have said this before the long post ) If you just want just ICS without root then go to settings, about phone, software update and update from there. 100% safe and you won't lose anything, all your apps and eveything will remain as it was.
After that IF someday you wish to root the phone for some AWESOME reason. Just flash Siyah Kernel. (ICS Version).
thanks
Nasty_z said:
Why don't you just update over-the-air? (I should have said this before the long post ) If you just want just ICS without root then go to settings, about phone, software update and update from there. 100% safe and you won't lose anything, all your apps and eveything will remain as it was.
After that IF someday you wish to root the phone for some AWESOME reason. Just flash Siyah Kernel. (ICS Version).
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Watever you do, don't upgrade to ICS v4.0.4. You can hard brick your device. 4.0.3 is fine. Very fine!
Updation on wifi will update to which version ??
I dont want to update to 4.0.4 because of the information which i got.
I will have no control over version of ICS getting installed if i do it on AIR.
What should i do?
Hello,
My 9100 is using 4.0.4, and I would like to upgrade it to 4.1.2 (I9100ZCLSH_I9100OZHLSH_CHN, it's a chinese version because I would like to have a chinese system). BUT FAILED!
I have already installed CWM with super user, and whenever I reboot the phone, there is a yellow triangle, so I BELIEVE it's been rooted successfully.
When I put the phone in download mode, plug it in Odin, the sign shows yellow with COM4 (or 5 or 6), so I believe there is no connection or driver problem.
However, when I load the PDA file I9100ZCLSH_I9100OZHLSH_CHN and start, Odin could not complete the flash. it shows FAIL....
Please see the picture. Could anyone help with this issue !!! Thank you so much !!
Details of my system:
4.0.4
baseband version I9100XXLQ5
Kernel: 3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505
Build number IMM76D.XXLQ5
iambigman said:
Hello,
My 9100 is using 4.0.4, and I would like to upgrade it to 4.1.2 (I9100ZCLSH_I9100OZHLSH_CHN, it's a chinese version because I would like to have a chinese system). BUT FAILED!
I have already installed CWM with super user, and whenever I reboot the phone, there is a yellow triangle, so I BELIEVE it's been rooted successfully.
When I put the phone in download mode, plug it in Odin, the sign shows yellow with COM4 (or 5 or 6), so I believe there is no connection or driver problem.
However, when I load the PDA file I9100ZCLSH_I9100OZHLSH_CHN and start, Odin could not complete the flash. it shows FAIL....
Please see the picture. Could anyone help with this issue !!! Thank you so much !!
Details of my system:
4.0.4
baseband version I9100XXLQ5
Kernel: 3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505
Build number IMM76D.XXLQ5
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Anyone can help, please ??!!
Try another odin version.
You can also flash siyah v5 and flash via mobile odin.
Sent from the little guy
Okay buddy u can also root from Cwm.. Use the other way. Search the threads for more information.. Use wanam..
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mapps563 said:
Okay buddy u can also root from Cwm.. Use the other way. Search the threads for more information.. Use wanam..
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
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Hi, Thank you very much.
I think I have already rooted, I flashed with CF-Root-SGS2-XX_OXA_LQ5-v5.6-CWM5, and I could get super user permission.
But the only problem is that I cannot flash a new stock firmwire....
be carefull with 4.0.4 kernel....
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gastonw said:
be carefull with 4.0.4 kernel....
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Hi thanks gastonw.
Yes, I have heard of the danger of 4.0.4 and I wonder if my system has been "soft bricked"... Luckily, it's still working on 4.0.4, though failed in flashing new stock firmwire. I just don't know the reason...
Download new Odin 3.07 version.
Are yu flashing right ROM version.
Maybe corrupted files.
Try redownload it. If you downloaded from SamFirmware maybe its bad download.
Something is wrong with SAM zip files. I downloaded today from SAM and ger ZIP damaged. Downloaded from annother link
Redownload the ROM and flash again with ODIN 3.07
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
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One question?
Why chinese JB. Are you chinese or? Dont understand
bihslk said:
Download new Odin 3.07 version.
Are yu flashing right ROM version.
Maybe corrupted files.
Try redownload it. If you downloaded from SamFirmware maybe its bad download.
Something is wrong with SAM zip files. I downloaded today from SAM and ger ZIP damaged. Downloaded from annother link
Redownload the ROM and flash again with ODIN 3.07
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
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One question?
Why chinese JB. Are you chinese or? Dont understand
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Thanks bihslk.
Yes, I'm Chinese. I was using UK version and fine, but now I switched to S3 and I'm giving S2 to my mom. Chinese version will be easier for her
I tried a new version of Odin, the same failure ....
Do you think the firmwire that I downloaded has a problem ?? yes I downloaded it from samfirmwire, and actually I tired 3 different versions, including older ginger bread , none of them worked ... this problem is driving my a little crazy .
There is a way to solve "unflashable" S2, do you recommend I try it?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458
iambigman said:
Thanks bihslk.
Yes, I'm Chinese. I was using UK version and fine, but now I switched to S3 and I'm giving S2 to my mom. Chinese version will be easier for her
I tried a new version of Odin, the same failure ....
Do you think the firmwire that I downloaded has a problem ?? yes I downloaded it from samfirmwire, and actually I tired 3 different versions, including older ginger bread , none of them worked ... this problem is driving my a little crazy .
There is a way to solve "unflashable" S2, do you recommend I try it?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458
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I think you have corrupted files.
Try to download the same ROM again but from annother LINK. NOT Hotfile
If it doesnt work neither. Then try to install ICS Chinese for you REGION and try update via OTA or KIES
It it doesnt work 2 then try the link you posted ABOVE
One more thing. I saw you have COM6 or something. It sounds like USB HUB ports.
Try to connect phone to the original PC USB in front of the PC or MotherBoard USB not in the HUBS.
Make ONE PC reboot 2
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Find your Firmware here
http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=GT-I9100
Here it is
http://hotfile.com/dl/193280116/4d4...m-GT-I9100-CHZ-I9100ZCLSH-1359021326.zip.html
Have you tried mobile odin?
You can flash LSJ and after that any chinese stock ROM.
Sent from the little guy
Problem solved !!!
gastonw said:
Have you tried mobile odin?
You can flash LSJ and after that any chinese stock ROM.
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Hello guys,
Thank you soooo much for all your advises ! Without your suggestions, I would not be able to solve this problem.
In the end, I think its the firmware V.S. phone format problem.
I9100OZHLSH_CHN, is the official firmware to chinese S2 users. Mine is actually Canadian i9100 M, but I flashed it with UK version so it shows I9100. I read a thread in chinese, saying that Bootloader is needed, which use .pit to format the partition from eur to chn. Thus, I guess no matter how many times I try, without Bootloader, the flash would be failed. (I did not really try the bootloader, seems to be risky, if anyone in the future needs it, pls follow this link in chinese though.... http://bbs.anzhi.com/forum.php?mod=viewthread&tid=6347421&reltid=6324097&pre_pos=2&ext= ).
I follow this instruction to recover my system to 4.0.3, which I have better control ..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=1457458
Then I found this "Official Android 4.1.2 ZSLSH Jelly Bean Firmware", which they say it's released in China but can also be install in EU international phones, I succeeded ! This firmware has both english and Chinese language packages. :fingers-crossed:
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/4...icial-android412-zslsh-jellybean-firmware.htm
So overall, ZSLSH works on my phone, but ZHLSH will never I guess.
Thank you all again, and hope this may help others who may encounter this issue in the future !!!!!
I9100 & i9100M has got the same hardware so it should work.
Sent from the little guy