Hi All,
YES I did do a search (actually several searches)
and YES I did do a bit of reading before deciding to post this.
Things I'd like to accomplish by rooting:
1.) Get rid of T-Mobile junk (and there's a LOT of it!)
2.) Install Arabic support (haven't figured out how to do that yet)
3.) MAYBE overclock (haven't figured out how to do that yet)
I would like to root this T-Mobile (U.S) version of the SG2. However, none of the posts seem to match the kernel number, firmware, or even model number as listed on the phone (see below)!
In order to avoid bricking the phone, I wanted to see if someone has managed to do this, and if s/he can direct me to the correct method/post to do this.
Here's what "About Phone" lists:
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Model Number: SGH-T989
Android version: 2.3.5
Baseband version: T989UVKID
Kernel version: 2.6.35.11 (no letters after the number!)
Build number: GINGERBREAD.UVKID
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Can someone please help idetify which recovery, kernel, and (if applicable) ROM I should be using?
Thanx
check here http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1332
Thanx
KayvinM said:
check here http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1332
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In caps for emphasis: THANK YOU
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Hi,
I watched the noob video when registering, heard that you should ask in the thread relating to your issue, well i wasn't allowed as a noob to post in that thread because i had below 10 posts, which makes the video telling me to do that stupid.
Anyway, i wanted to root my Samsung Galaxy S2 ( this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 )
But i don't understand which kernel to download for my phone cause non of them match my kernel when i look in my phone.
This is the kernel my phone has : [email protected] #2
Which kernel root package do i need to download? Is this KE2, KE7, KE8 or KF1??
I have no idea, i'm very confused.
(Reason i want to root is to mount smb shares with cifsmanager, and only that.)
I'm realizing my version is XWKDG which no one else on the entire internet has, this is probably because i turned in my phone for repair just after 2 days after recieving it due to some technical errors, i'm guessing they gave me some firmware no one else has?
Can i just use the KE2 and root with that or the XWKDD? Honestly, try google XWKDG and you'll find nothing. Everyone who is aksing about it is me, it feels lonely.
Check your link again, there is a Kernel that matches your slightly, the: XWKDG1
Hi, Im noob and I have similar problem.
I have bought 8 days old, second hand galaxy s 2 that is rooted and I want to unroot it. Problem is I dont know which cf root to use (there are 3 diferent codes XXKE7, XWKDD, XWKF3). And also which is the stock/original ROM???
Here is the info
Baseband: I9100XXKE7
Kernel ver: 2.6.35.7-I9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] 103 #2
Build num:Gingerbread.XWKF3
Thanx
u should look I9100 in ur kernel ver so urs is XWKDD
Thank you, thank you, thank you...
I am still trying to find the thank you button...
Can someone explain more about kernel? What will happen if I flash a Rom with different Kernel than the one on my phone?
Also Can i flash a different kernel, or i should only look for ROMS that have my kernel only.
I have been looking for weeks over the forum but i couldn't find a helpful explainaition for Kernels.
Thank you. i know there are many experts on this forum that can help us.
I need a hand as well please. I am new to all of this but I have read quite a bit so far on rooting my GS2. The issue I am having is that my when I go to
settings > about phone > kernel version it only reads 2.6.35.7 There is nothing after that to denote which CF-root I need to be using. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Model Number : SAMSUNG-SGH_I777
Andriod Version : 2.3.6
Baseband Version : I777UCKK6
Kernel Version : 2.6.35.7
Build Number : GINGERBREAD.UCKK6
meatness said:
I need a hand as well please. I am new to all of this but I have read quite a bit so far on rooting my GS2. The issue I am having is that my when I go to
settings > about phone > kernel version it only reads 2.6.35.7 There is nothing after that to denote which CF-root I need to be using. Any suggestions would be appreciated.
Model Number : SAMSUNG-SGH_I777
Andriod Version : 2.3.6
Baseband Version : I777UCKK6
Kernel Version : 2.6.35.7
Build Number : GINGERBREAD.UCKK6
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Meatness: I had the same issue. If you install "cpu spy" (find it on the Market), it gives you more information about your CPU, including the full kernel information.
Hope that helps!
~Prosthetic Lips
Hello,
I had rooted my s2 b4 its wrkng gr8.. I want to unroot it again bt I forgot my kernel version.. So wat must I do? Plz help me asap. Thnx
My baseband version
I91000XXKE7
Build number
GINGREADBREAD.XWKF3
Hey kids,
Some details on the phone:
Samsung Galaxy S2 I9000T
Android 2.3.3
Baseband Version: I9100TDUKF4
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.70I9100XWKDD-CL1611513 / [email protected] #2
Build Number: GINGERBREAD.DUKH1
So I'm new around here, I've done some searching and I've read as many of the pertinent pages of this huge post as I could, it's quite long hehe, but I still have some questions. So if someone in the know can help me be in the know, that would be ace:
1) I found a guide on the net, which had a modified kernel attached to grant SU. So I followed that guide, and all went well and now my phone boots up, yellow warning triangle and all, and I have SU. However if I try to remove or freeze some system apps (not all), I'm told there is an error and that I need "NAND unlocked". What is that/does it mean?
2) In the post I linked above, there are numerous attachments of modified kernels. Now my understanding from reading it, and other guides, is that I should try and match the modified kernel to my current kernel version as close as possible. Since I've already updated it with a new kernel, I actually cannot recall what the existing number was and there is no kernel close to my one ( 2.6.35.70I9100XWKDD-CL1611513). So does this mean I should rather not try a new kernel, or, how do I determine the correct version to use (I'm not understanding the differences)?
Anyway, thanks for any help!
Cheers!
~521
I am new to the Android scene (previously I had Iphones) and I recently bought a Galaxy S2.
I am having some problems where my phone is utilizing my data plan without my knowledge.
I have read that one of the culprit aps is Ap Mobile and the only way to remove it is by first rooting the phone.
I have read a lot of treads and it is still confusing with all the different kernels, basebands etc…
I have 2 questions requests:
1- My phone has Model number: GT-I9100, Android version: 2.3.3 (updated by KIES yesterday), Baseband version: I9100XXKG5, Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-I9100JPKH1-CL453266 [email protected]#2, Build number: GINGERBREAD.JPKH1
I would be very grateful if somebody could post clear instructions as to how to root the phone.
2- there are so many different Kernels, and some of them show android version 2.3.4 or 2.3.5. Can I update to the Firmwares\Kernels from my phone, if so, how?
I shall thank in advance anyone who are willing to help me with my questions
this thread is for updating your firmware and rooting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
if you use data for a specific time like me
P.S you can turn off data settings>wireless and network>mobile networks
Please use the Q&A Forum for questions Thanks
Moving to Q&A
I want to have data on all the time because I have my work mail setup.
My data plan is 250 Mb and I only utilize it to access my work mail, it was never an issue on the Iphone, but on the galaxy my data plan was used in a couple of days.
feki3000 said:
I am new to the Android scene (previously I had Iphones) and I recently bought a Galaxy S2.
I am having some problems where my phone is utilizing my data plan without my knowledge.
I have read that one of the culprit aps is Ap Mobile and the only way to remove it is by first rooting the phone.
I have read a lot of treads and it is still confusing with all the different kernels, basebands etc…
I have 2 questions requests:
1- My phone has Model number: GT-I9100, Android version: 2.3.3 (updated by KIES yesterday), Baseband version: I9100XXKG5, Kernel version: 2.6.35.7-I9100JPKH1-CL453266 [email protected]#2, Build number: GINGERBREAD.JPKH1
I would be very grateful if somebody could post clear instructions as to how to root the phone.
2- there are so many different Kernels, and some of them show android version 2.3.4 or 2.3.5. Can I update to the Firmwares\Kernels from my phone, if so, how?
I shall thank in advance anyone who are willing to help me with my questions
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Thanks I have read the thread before but i do not know which firmware\ kernel to use.
feki3000 said:
Thanks I have read the thread before but i do not know which firmware\ kernel to use.
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root with cf-root is the easy way: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
KH1 is the one you looking for
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk
i used this method...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13319294#post13319294
No thanks....enjoy
Hi there (topic should say GT-i9100G)
Been searching for days to find a way to root my GT-i9100G model. I found plenty for previous builds of my kernel but nothing for this current one.
So I'm at the end of my wits and for the first time in years I'm turning to creating a thread on a forum, getting ready for the flame.
kernel: 2.6.35.7 DELL165 dpi @ # 2
Android version: 2.3.6
Build number is: GINGERBREAD.XXLA1
Baseband version: I9100GXXKL4
I had a i900 from work but after it broke my work phone was replaced with this model and I'm sick of not being able to run ICS on it.
Anyways, wanna get CWM on it, but I'm very green at the whole custom ROM scene, only thing I ever rooted was my 10.1 tab with Odin to flash AOKP's builds :\
Anyways, if anyone has any tip, don't be shy.
fladmus said:
Hi there
Been searching for days to find a way to root my GT-i900G model. I found plenty for previous builds of my kernel but nothing for this current one.
So I'm at the end of my wits and for the first time in years I'm turning to creating a thread on a forum, getting ready for the flame.
I'm on: kernel 2.6.35.7 DELL165 dpi @ # 2 running Android 2.3.6
I had a i900 from work but after it broke my work phone was replaced with this model and I'm sick of not being able to run ICS on it.
Anyways, wanna get CWM on it, but I'm very green at the whole custom ROM scene, only thing I ever rooted was my 10.1 tab with Odin to flash AOKP's builds :\
Anyways, if anyone has any tip, don't be shy.
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You DID mean GT-i9100G, right?
Need to know more, anyways. Build number?
Use super one click
Yes of course, silly me, GT-i9100G is my phone.
Build number is: GINGERBREAD.XXLA1
Baseband version: I9100GXXKL4
I've read others talk about super one click, the reports were very mixed and I think this build will not work, or am I wrong?
fladmus said:
Yes of course, silly me, GT-i9100G is my phone.
Build number is: GINGERBREAD.XXLA1
Baseband version: I9100GXXKL4
I've read others talk about super one click, the reports were very mixed and I think this build will not work, or am I wrong?
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I believe SuperOneClick requires an insecure kernel to be flashed to your phone first before using it, right? You just have to make sure the insecure kernel is for the I9100G, and not the I9100. And if you cannot find an exact match for your kernel version for an insecure kernel, you will need a copy of your secure kernel to flash back when you're done rooting.
I'm afraid I don't know where to get these things for an I9100G, however, so you're on your own to look for them. (unless someone who knows this information sees this post and is kind enough to post it to you)
EDIT to add: that said, I've heard of a few custom kernels for the I9100G that, when flashed, will root your phone for you. I don't remember what they are though, you'll have to search for them.
EDIT 2: Found one (superatmos) that has a version compatible with your build.
I have a Samsung Galaxy S2 I-9100M originally purchased from Bell. I rooted the phone using Odin. That was my first time rooting and I must admit, I kind of took blind faith in the instructions without actually taking the time to understand what's going on. In any case, everything has been working fine (except the GPS lock takes forever).
However, I would really like to see some improvements in battery life... and I heard that Gingerbread v2.3.6 has improvements from previous versions. I don't want to go to ICS because I've heard it's slow, etc. Below are the details from my phone:
Android version: 2.3.3
Basebad version: I9100MUGKG2
Kernel version: [email protected] #2
Build number: GINGERBREAD.UGKG2
Can anyone help me understand the above? Since the kernel version says 2.6.3, does that mean I am already on it? Eventhough the OS version says 2.3.3? Sorry if that's a totally ignorant question...