Hello guys,
Ive updated via kies to the latest firmwares from my provider - vodafone, i9100BUKJ3 2.3.5 and i've lost my root, how can i reroot the phone?
Thank you!
By using one of the methods you used before? [30/OCT][ROOTING/UNROOTING] Xperia 2011 Easy Rooting Toolkit [v1.0](zergRush Exploit) or [07.11.2011][CF-Root 5.0] KE*, KF*, KG*, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8, KJ1/2/3 - su+bb+CWM4/5 or another custom, pre-rooted kernel, or an insecure kernel to use with SuperOneClick.
abpostelnicu said:
Hello guys,
Ive updated via kies to the latest firmwares from my provider - vodafone, i9100BUKJ3 2.3.5 and i've lost my root, how can i reroot the phone?
Thank you!
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Yes, you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_KJ3.
Or one of the other rooting methods.
P.S.: Have you ever read Intratech's official firmwares thread?
=> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
You can find a Quick Root Guide in the first post as well.
By the way is there a method to get rid of the yellow triangle and to reset the couter?
It_ler said:
Yes, you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_KJ3.
Or one of the other rooting methods.
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Nice repetition.
abpostelnicu said:
By the way is there a method to get rid of the yellow triangle and to reset the couter?
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Yellow triangle --> flash a stock kernel.
Reset counter --> use a USB jig, assuming you have the "old" bootloader.
oinkylicious said:
Nice repetition.
Yellow triangle --> flash a stock kernel.
Reset counter --> use a USB jig, assuming you have the "old" bootloader.
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i'm afraid i didn't keep the bootloader from 2.3.3
All the information you've asked for and are still asking for is written in threads linked to you already.
Intratech said:
If you've already flashed a full package from elsewhere or updated using KIES and cannot reset your binary counter using the Jig just flash this package in the PDA or Bootloader section of Odin to replace the bootloaders and then you can reset the counter: http://www.multiupload.com/LQQBRQVJUD
Here are the new bootloader tarball if you want to flash them back after resetting your binary counter: http://www.multiupload.com/5LNOCL7KPV
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BUKJ3???
It_ler said:
Yes, you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_KJ3.
Or one of the other rooting methods.
P.S.: Have you ever read Intratech's official firmwares thread?
=> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
You can find a Quick Root Guide in the first post as well.
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if i'm rooting from stock rom with BUKJR kernel on it will the XW_kj3 actually work???tnx
theuglytruth89 said:
if i'm rooting from stock rom with BUKJR kernel on it will the XW_kj3 actually work???tnx
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It should work fine.
I am new to all this also. I have rooted my phone using this method. [07.11.2011][CF-Root 5.0] KE*, KF*, KG*, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8, KJ1/2/3 - su+bb+CWM4/5
I was just wondering how i can actually go back to stock? I would greatly appreciate anyone who can shed some light on what i can do if for instance i brick my device. etc
fletcher1989 said:
I am new to all this also. I have rooted my phone using this method. [07.11.2011][CF-Root 5.0] KE*, KF*, KG*, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8, KJ1/2/3 - su+bb+CWM4/5
I was just wondering how i can actually go back to stock? I would greatly appreciate anyone who can shed some light on what i can do if for instance i brick my device. etc
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Have you checked the roll-up sticky thread in the i9100 general section?
I shall go and do that just now. Sorry to be a pain already lol
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How do i know if roms will work for me? using the way that i rooted my phone.
fletcher1989 said:
I shall go and do that just now. Sorry to be a pain already lol
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How do i know if roms will work for me? using the way that i rooted my phone.
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Just be sure you stick to I9100 ROMs. That includes avoiding I9100G ROMs. The I9100G is a variant that has completely different chipset, so firmwares are incompatible.
Roms are soo extensive. I have no idea where to start with the rights ones for my device/kernel. Is there like an app store thing for roms, i have seen one is it the kitchen. However its not available for the way i have rooted. Last thing i want to do on my first night is brick my phone and put it in the bin lol.
fletcher1989 said:
Roms are soo extensive. I have no idea where to start with the rights ones for my device/kernel. Is there like an app store thing for roms, i have seen one is it the kitchen. However its not available for the way i have rooted. Last thing i want to do on my first night is brick my phone and put it in the bin lol.
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If by "the right ones for your device", you mean ones that work without bricking it, just make sure you use a firmware appropriate for your device. If you have an I9100, use any I9100 firmware - BUT make sure to AVOID I9100G firmwares. The G variant has a different chipset, so firmwares are NOT compatible between I9100 and I9100G.
But before you get started: you're rooted, right? How did you root? Do you have CWM recovery? If so, just take a back up of your phone. If you DON'T have CWM recovery, this is the first thing you should get before installing ANY ROM. CWM recovery will allow you to essentially take a backup of your entire phone in its current state, and give you a point to roll back to if something goes wrong.
Once backed up, just flash whatever firmware you want to try. (again, remembering what I said in the first paragraph) If it doesn't work out for you, or you don't like the ROM, then restore your backup. Simple as that.
Also, kernels are separate. Most (if not all) ROMs come with kernels, but you can flash a custom kernel after flashing a ROM. You just have to make sure the kernel supports the ROM type you have.
fletcher1989 said:
Roms are soo extensive. I have no idea where to start with the rights ones for my device/kernel. Is there like an app store thing for roms, i have seen one is it the kitchen. However its not available for the way i have rooted. Last thing i want to do on my first night is brick my phone and put it in the bin lol.
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First thing is: is there a good reason start rooting your device?
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
ctomgee said:
If by "the right ones for your device", you mean ones that work without bricking it, just make sure you use a firmware appropriate for your device. If you have an I9100, use any I9100 firmware - BUT make sure to AVOID I9100G firmwares. The G variant has a different chipset, so firmwares are NOT compatible between I9100 and I9100G.
But before you get started: you're rooted, right? How did you root? Do you have CWM recovery? If so, just take a back up of your phone. If you DON'T have CWM recovery, this is the first thing you should get before installing ANY ROM. CWM recovery will allow you to essentially take a backup of your entire phone in its current state, and give you a point to roll back to if something goes wrong.
Once backed up, just flash whatever firmware you want to try. (again, remembering what I said in the first paragraph) If it doesn't work out for you, or you don't like the ROM, then restore your backup. Simple as that.
Also, kernels are separate. Most (if not all) ROMs come with kernels, but you can flash a custom kernel after flashing a ROM. You just have to make sure the kernel supports the ROM type you have.
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Yes i am rooted already using CF-Root, using CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_KJ3-v5.0-CWM5. Yes I have CWM and i have made my backup. As i did try and install the ICS theme thats about and i was having startup problems so i was able to restore easy. So even though i flashed using the one above, i can try others if i wish? If it doesnt work out then my backup will just revert me back?
I want to root in order to change fonts, themes, just more control of my device to which i paid for.
fletcher1989 said:
Yes i am rooted already using CF-Root, using CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_KJ3-v5.0-CWM5. Yes I have CWM and i have made my backup. As i did try and install the ICS theme thats about and i was having startup problems so i was able to restore easy. So even though i flashed using the one above, i can try others if i wish? If it doesnt work out then my backup will just revert me back?
I want to root in order to change fonts, themes, just more control of my device to which i paid for.
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Where'd you get the ICS theme from?
got it from here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1334922
I followed these instructions
Installation FOR CWM PACKAGES:
- Download the ZIP file from the download section below and DO NOT unzip it
- Copy the .ZIP file to your INTERNAL SD card
- Boot your phone into CWM (hold Vol Up, Home & Power Button)
- Wipe cache
- Wipe dalvik cache
- Select 'Install ZIP from SD Card'
- Select 'Choose Zip from SD Card'
- Then select the .ZIP file you downloaded\
- Reboot
- After this you only have to enjoy
Congratulations, u just ENTERED ICS WORLD!!!
Booted but just kept going into a boot loop.
All i want is to be able to customize my device. I dont care about further rooting.
fletcher1989 said:
got it from here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1334922
I followed these instructions
Installation FOR CWM PACKAGES:
- Download the ZIP file from the download section below and DO NOT unzip it
- Copy the .ZIP file to your INTERNAL SD card
- Boot your phone into CWM (hold Vol Up, Home & Power Button)
- Wipe cache
- Wipe dalvik cache
- Select 'Install ZIP from SD Card'
- Select 'Choose Zip from SD Card'
- Then select the .ZIP file you downloaded\
- Reboot
- After this you only have to enjoy
Congratulations, u just ENTERED ICS WORLD!!!
Booted but just kept going into a boot loop.
All i want is to be able to customize my device. I dont care about further rooting.
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Your instructions are ok. The fact you have a bootloop is because you need another ROM, checkROM v.4 for example wich works very good with ICS 1.9 from Vertumus. Always UNTHEME a ROM before flash a theme.
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Related
I have been reading a few thread about CWM and getting it to work, but noone is really clear and concise on the matter as there are a lot of controversies in the descriptions.
I have rooted my SGS2 using the following guide:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
But instead of using any of the 2 kernels suggested I went with:
http://android.modaco.com/topic/338...1691836__hl__root__fromsearch__1#entry1691836
Sooooo, how do I go from here to get CWM.
Just flash a custom kernel that contains CWM recovery instead of the stock one.
That can be CF-Root, the one from the CWM thread or even my one.
And once "moved" over through Kernel one can upgrade CWM or I can't?. And I thought any kernel other then the stock ones would give you a yellow triangle on boot.
And I wonder why installing CWM has to be even more bothersome on the Samsung then on any other ANdroid device I have owned, same goes with rooting as well.
And:
Note about CWM recovery backup:
When you perform a backup in CWM recovery, the progress bars are not moving and no filenames are shown, it might look like the phone hangs and does nothing.
This is not the case! The backup works and will finish eventually, restoring them also works fine, it's just no progress during the backup process is shown.
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I just HATE HATE HATE that. I have been trying to find a version of CWM that actually showed the progress bars and file names and has been unable to even when I had my LGO2x. So on the LG i downgraded to 3.2.0.0 in order to get the progress bars back. And I want the progress bars, so that begs the question. Does such a version even exist anymore?
The recovery is part of the kernel (on the SGS2) so you can't replace/upgrade the recovery without the kernel, i.e. you must flash a kernel that has the recovery you want.
I don't find CWM install to be bothersome....
And yes, every custom (=non Samy signed) kernel gives you the yellow triangle, but there's ways to work around that.
Last not least, CF-Root's version of CWM shows the progress properly.
HellcatDroid said:
I don't find CWM install to be bothersome....
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I was not talking about the CWM install alone. I mean rooting etc is more "bothersome" on the SGS2 then I have been used to from other phones. Both my HTC Desire and LGO2x didnt need to get 2x kernel exchanges for Root etc . Not that I cant cope with it, I just find it rather wierd why Samsungs require those extra steps when others do not
HellcatDroid said:
And yes, every custom (=non Samy signed) kernel gives you the yellow triangle, but there's ways to work around that.
Last not least, CF-Root's version of CWM shows the progress properly.
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I will assume that if I follow CF-Roots guide regarding the CF-Root kernel, then I would not get a yellow triangle on boot?. Or is there something specific I would have to do for that not to happen?
Yeah, well on HTC and others you need to unlock (S-OFF) the bootloaders first, Samy delivers with unlocked bootloaders from the start, so they put in this "notification" of a custom kernel.... yah, it's easy to cope with
If you also follow the triangle-ridding part of CF's post, then yeah, IIRC he put a smallish howto into the release post.
Basically it's flashing a stock kernel via Odin and then the custom one again from the (rooted) running OS.
HellcatDroid said:
Just flash a custom kernel that contains CWM recovery instead of the stock one.
That can be CF-Root, the one from the CWM thread or even my one.
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Hi,
I have a small issue.You can see the whole description here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1466542
If you didn't check the link, a short description.
I made a root with ODIN + S2 Root
Made a nice backup with CWM (CMW came with CF-Root).
Then I'd flash the original kernel
Now of corse I don't have any more the CWM
I've installed the Rom Manager.It doesn't give any result.
Cannot get into recovery mode all because of this original kernel
If I understan,after what you just said.I can flash back,with ODIN the CF-Root that I have and then the issue can be solved?
You can just flash the cf-root again and are good to go!
Sent from my GT-P7500 using Tapatalk
kkhull said:
You can just flash the cf-root again and are good to go!
Sent from my GT-P7500 using Tapatalk
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In that case I'm trying to do it right now
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My CF-Root is 1 file.It's not a problem?
I don't want to have more issue...
Anairda5 said:
In that case I'm trying to do it right now
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My CF-Root is 1 file.It's not a problem?
I don't want to have more issue...
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Man it very easy. Just open Odin, put cf root in pda, put phone in download mode and flash. Done in 5 seconds. That it!
Just make sure you use the correct file for your firmware. If not, no problem. Just find the correct one and reflash.
Sent from my GT-I9100
sxi200 said:
Man it very easy. Just open Odin, put cf root in pda, put phone in download mode and flash. Done in 5 seconds. That it!
Just make sure you use the correct file for your firmware. If not, no problem. Just find the correct one and reflash.
Sent from my GT-I9100
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Ok man
I will do it.
And for next time,I'm a girl
Hey,
Ive been searching for 6 hours now and i still haven't found the solution to my problem.
My problem:
Today i got my Samsung Galaxy S2, so i wanted to put a custom ROM on it using this guide: http://www.redmondpie.com/install-cm7-on-galaxy-s2-using-rom-manager-how-to-tutorial/.
Firstly i rooter my phone without a problem. After that i followed the guide. This was no problem untill i had to: 'Launch ROM Manager and tap on Flash ClockworkMod Recovery and pick Samsung Galaxy S II from the list of compatible smartphones.' There was an error in recovery mode about verification.
After this i flashed my phone with clockworkMod-Recover to be able to put of verification. When i toggled it off i tried to update my phone to CM7 wich was on my sd card.
When i tried rebooting now it was stuck on loading screen with the well-known yelolow triangle.
I tried everything (including: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1108499 -> did everything perfectly). I tried to flash other stuff. But still same problem i wiped it a lot, still nothing.
I can acces download and recovery mode without any problems. i even flashed the phone to the stock kernel (Kernel_I9100XWKI4). so now i dont have a yellow triangle but still stuck at boot screen.
I am desperate and depressed that my expensive phone wont boot up. Can anyone please help me out i'm even willing to pay the one who helps me out.
Thanks in advance!
try flashing stock ROM from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
TheFaixy said:
try flashing stock ROM from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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Tried this a lot, doesnt fix it.
1) Get the right CF Kernel from the Chainfire kernel thread in the Android Original Development Thread. Extract the zip to get a TAR and extract the TAR to get a z-image file. Also download the corresponding original stock kernel from the Intratech thread in the same section.
2) Flash the TAR in PDA using Odin. Do not click repartition. This lets you boot with with functional Root and CWM.
3) If you want to get rid of the yellow triangle, then load the z-image file into /sdcard. Reboot into download mode and use Odin to flash the stock kernel (again in the PDA without repartition). After that, go to the CWM app, choose flash kernel and locate the zimage and proceed.
NB: You can read Chainfire and Intratechs threads in case I was vague somewhere.
Installing CM
1) After all this, put the latest nightly into /sdcard
2) Boot into recovery.
3) Clear Data, Cache, Dalvik Cache (in advanced). Go to install Zip-->Choose Zip from SD card--> Choose the CM7 nightyl file.
4) Flash is twice i.e consecutively. The first time, it just takes like a second to flash, the second time will be the complete install. No idea why this happens or whether its been fixed now.
5) Reboot.
The next time, dont google for this type of Info. The XDA forums has everything you need and a good search engine too.
Let me know if you still have issues.
Cheers.
EDIT: RomManager works best on CM7 only. I suggest that you keep it that way. It does not work with the basic stock rooted CF Kernels as is mentioned on his thread.
jayerfernandes said:
1) Get the right CF Kernel from the Chainfire kernel thread in the Android Original Development Thread. Extract the zip to get a TAR and extract the TAR to get a z-image file. Also download the corresponding original stock kernel from the Intratech thread in the same section.
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Can u provide me a links to this, i don't seem to find it.
just gonna ask the obvious question here, you do have the international gs2 dont you? not an american t-mobile or at&t version?
skimminstones said:
just gonna ask the obvious question here, you do have the international gs2 dont you? not an american t-mobile or at&t version?
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I got the European one yes.
I ought to have mentioned SGS2 Android Original development forum.
Chainfire - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Intratech - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
jayerfernandes said:
1) Get the right CF Kernel from the Chainfire kernel thread in the Android Original Development Thread. Extract the zip to get a TAR and extract the TAR to get a z-image file. Also download the corresponding original stock kernel from the Intratech thread in the same section.
2) Flash the TAR in PDA using Odin. Do not click repartition. This lets you boot with with functional Root and CWM.
3) If you want to get rid of the yellow triangle, then load the z-image file into /sdcard. Reboot into download mode and use Odin to flash the stock kernel (again in the PDA without repartition). After that, go to the CWM app, choose flash kernel and locate the zimage and proceed.
NB: You can read Chainfire and Intratechs threads in case I was vague somewhere.
Installing CM
1) After all this, put the latest nightly into /sdcard
2) Boot into recovery.
3) Clear Data, Cache, Dalvik Cache (in advanced). Go to install Zip-->Choose Zip from SD card--> Choose the CM7 nightyl file.
4) Flash is twice i.e consecutively. The first time, it just takes like a second to flash, the second time will be the complete install. No idea why this happens or whether its been fixed now.
5) Reboot.
The next time, dont google for this type of Info. The XDA forums has everything you need and a good search engine too.
Let me know if you still have issues.
Cheers.
EDIT: RomManager works best on CM7 only. I suggest that you keep it that way. It does not work with the basic stock rooted CF Kernels as is mentioned on his thread.
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I allready get stuck on the first thing, i flashed the CF kernel with Odin and after this he wont boot so i cant procede. This is my problem he just doesnt wanna boot.
I dont want any custom ROM's anymore i just want the default phone back. This is a disaster.
Did you choose the right CF Kernel. It has to be chosen to be inline with the Kernel version that came with your phone. As you've not managed to flash a modded kernel, you will still be on the same kernel that came along with you phone. You cant choose any CF Kernel that you like.
You've mentioned Kernel_I9100XWKI4. Is this the same that came with the phone or did you pick some random kernel?
Another option is to try that android recovery, but Im not familiar with it and its options.
I had the same issue as you when I was playing around with cutom kernels and CWM
jayerfernandes said:
Did you choose the right CF Kernel. It has to be chosen to be inline with the Kernel version that came with your phone. As you've not managed to flash a modded kernel, you will still be on the same kernel that came along with you phone. You cant choose any CF Kernel that you like.
You've mentioned Kernel_I9100XWKI4. Is this the same that came with the phone or did you pick some random kernel?
Another option is to try that android recovery, but Im not familiar with it and its options.
I had the same issue as you when I was playing around with cutom kernels and CWM
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Yes that is the original one (I9100XWKI4). I am also not familiar with android recovery.
Ok, if its KI4, then theres a Ki4 for Gingerbread 2.3.4 and another for 2.3.5. You have to choose the right one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17704099&postcount=6
jayerfernandes said:
Ok, if its KI4, then theres a Ki4 for Gingerbread 2.3.4 and another for 2.3.5. You have to choose the right one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17704099&postcount=6
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I tried both, none worked :s
Then I think its best that you head over to Intratechs thread, a new firmware itself and flash it over. As you say KI4, download XWKI4 2.3.4, both the OXX multi CSC and the stock kernel and reflash your whole firmware as per the instructions in the thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Also make sure that Samsung Kies is not running anywhere. Kill it in processes and do not let it boot in msconfig.
jayerfernandes said:
Then I think its best that you head over to Intratechs thread, a new firmware itself and flash it over. As you say KI4, download XWKI4 2.3.4, both the OXX multi CSC and the stock kernel and reflash your whole firmware as per the instructions in the thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Also make sure that Samsung Kies is not running anywhere. Kill it in processes and do not let it boot in msconfig.
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FIXED
I wan't to thank u so mutch right now. Send me a pm for payment!
None required mate. If you are still interested in rooting, follow the instructions Id mentioned in my first post using the CF KI4 Kernel for 2.3.4 and you should be fine.
As an alternative custom rom to CM7, check out GingerMod, I can vouch for it.
jayerfernandes said:
None required mate. If you are still interested in rooting, follow the instructions Id mentioned in my first post using the CF KI4 Kernel for 2.3.4 and you should be fine.
As an alternative custom rom to CM7, check out GingerMod, I can vouch for it.
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Well i rly wanted this skin: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.david1171.minimalbread&feature=related_apps
That is very kind of u.
but i'm afraid now to try it again. So if u would make me a detailed version of how to install it step by step starting from what i have now. i would be very gratefull!
I got CM7 to work thanks again for all the help!
Glad to hear that.
Thanks for the easy rooting guide, I was able to successfully root my device. But upon reading about how to remove the pesky yellow triangle, I hit a dead end. It says I need an official firmware. I couldn't figure out what firmware I needed. The more I read, the more I got confused.
This is where I am at so far:
I have successfully rooted the phone, confirmed by Titanium Backup, by following this guide to the exact word, I have done nothing extra (besides a backup with CWM and freezing some bloatware with MyToolbox).
I am just trying to find the original firmware to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle, also preferably one I can use to get back to a 'vanilla' version of the phone if I ever have to take it back to the shop.
My phone details are:
Model Number: GT-I9100T
Android Version: 2.3.3
Baseband I9100TDVKF2
Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100ZSKF4-CL280225 [email protected] #22
Build GINGERBREAD.DVKF4
I just want to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle and then update the Android to 2.3.6 or whatever is the latest and greatest version.
Thanks in advance for the help!
sallad08.
I gave you the answer to the secure/non-secure kernel question in the AU SGS2 thread :-|
To download stock firmware, either search Samfirmware.com or find/use a PC app called Checkfus which will enable you to download the latest firmware available for your phone/carrier/country. I've just had a look with Checkfus & KF4 is the latest available firmware for I9100T/Telstra, released 22/6/2011. To save mucking around on Samfirmware, you might as well use Checkfus. This will enable you to download a tarball/package you can flash in Odin following the instructions here should you ever need to go back to stock for whatever reason.
Edit to add - You can also flash non-carrier specific/'unbranded stock firmware rather than flash Telstra firmware. This won't have the Telstra 'bloatware'. Search Samfirmware for generic AU stock firmware.
I am just trying to find the original firmware to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle, also preferably one I can use to get back to a 'vanilla' version of the phone if I ever have to take it back to the shop.
Stock rom thread Google search or checkfus or sammobile.com
My phone details are:
I just want to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle and then update the Android to 2.3.6 or whatever is the latest and greatest version.
buy a usb jig .
jje
Thanks, I didn't really understand what you meant in the previous reply but now I do, somewhat. I did find Check Fus about half an hour ago and I have downloaded the latest firmware (which is already on my phone). Now after rereading your post I understand this is what I have been looking for incase I need to reflash to go back to stock. Awesome.
How I am choosing a non-carrier specific/unbranded stock firmware on Samfirmware? Do I just look for my phone model (gt-i9100t)? Or am I looking for the same number I used when selecting CF-Root (KF4)?
For generic AU firmware, there isn't one specifically for I9100T, you'd simply look for I9100 & Australia. Makes no difference tho, the I9100T/I9100 are the same animal apart from differences in radio power output. This is why modems specifically for the I9100T tend to work best with it & I9100 modems don't seem to work so well. No difference in the firmware/kernel tho.
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Thanks, I didn't really understand what you meant in the previous reply but now I do, somewhat. I did find Check Fus about half an hour ago and I have downloaded the latest firmware (which is already on my phone). Now after rereading your post I understand this is what I have been looking for incase I need to reflash to go back to stock. Awesome.
How I am choosing a non-carrier specific/unbranded stock firmware on Samfirmware? Do I just look for my phone model (gt-i9100t)? Or am I looking for the same number I used when selecting CF-Root (KF4)?
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Ahh that is what has been confusing me all along. Thank you very much for clarifying all of this for me, sorry about the duplicate posts!
No worries ;-) The AU thread is a really good reference, plenty of other people's experiences (Telstra users, what works/doesn't work, etc). Well worth a skim through when you have time.
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Ahh that is what has been confusing me all along. Thank you very much for clarifying all of this for me, sorry about the duplicate posts!
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Do you have usb jig? it will be simple way: )
if u thank me then i will thank you ( 이 승 기 )
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No worries ;-) The AU thread is a really good reference, plenty of other people's experiences (Telstra users, what works/doesn't work, etc). Well worth a skim through when you have time.
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Could this method be tried for GT-I9100T Models ?
flash Chainfires CF-Root
http://download.chainfire.eu/23/CF-Root/SGS2/CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KF4-v4.0-CWM4.zip
and follow his instruction, which worked like a charm for me :
Getting rid of that pesky warning triangle during boot
It is definitely possible to remove that pesky warning triangle during boot when running a custom kernel, though you should be well aware that this method does NOT reset the custom kernel flash counter. The steps are not complicated, but they aren't easy either, so read well.
(1) Make sure you have CF-Root flashed (see the first post). You must have the "CWM Manager" app available.
(2) Make sure you have the same version of CF-Root extracted until you have the zImage file. (ZIP --> extract --> TAR --> extract --> zImage).
(3) Push the zImage file to /sdcard . It must still be called zImage !
(4) Find an original Samsung signed stock kernel (preferably from the same stock firmware you have, but it's not terribly important)
(5) Reboot into download mode (adb reboot download, or boot the device with home and volume-down pressed)
(6) Fire up ODIN, and flash the Samsung kernel
(7) Boot the device with the stock kernel. CWM Manager will still be available.
(8) Start CWM Manager, select Flash Kernel, and select the zImage from CF-Root you previously put on your SD-card. The kernel will flash and the device will reboot.
(9) You will now notice you no longer have the warning triangle during boot, but you are actually running CF-Root with all it's goodies!
(10) In the future, if you only use the Flash Kernel option inside CWM Manager instead of ODIN, the triangle will not return, neither will your flash counter increase. But keep in mind, that CWM Manager can only handle a direct "zImage" if you are NOT running a kernel with full busybox support (this is currently needed for flashing kernels out of .TAR and .ZIP files)
Yes. That's exactly the method. The OP was asking where he could get the secure kernel from in order to use this method to get rid of the warning triangle. Which I gave him the answer to in another thread.
Or he could use a jig (which is what I did because I couldn't be arsed fiddling around) as the poster above you suggested.
zaheedahmed said:
Could this method be tried for GT-I9100T Models ?
flash Chainfires CF-Root
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bududroid said:
Do you have usb jig? it will be simple way: )
if u thank me then i will thank you ( 이 승 기 )
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I will get a USB jig, the thanks button is gone but I will thank you in Korean, although I cannot write in Hangul yet ;p
Goma sim neda chinku!
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No worries ;-) The AU thread is a really good reference, plenty of other people's experiences (Telstra users, what works/doesn't work, etc). Well worth a skim through when you have time.
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I did read a little though that thread but I wasn't too keen on trolling through copious amounts of pages looking for what I needed. Had the search capabilities been active I would have just used them! Again thank you very much, I will get a USB Jig soon and I will flash a unbranded firmware onto my phone this afternoon
zaheedahmed said:
Could this method be tried for GT-I9100T Models ?
flash Chainfires CF-Root
http://download.chainfire.eu/23/CF-Root/SGS2/CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KF4-v4.0-CWM4.zip
and follow his instruction, which worked like a charm for me :
Getting rid of that pesky warning triangle during boot
It is definitely possible to remove that pesky warning triangle during boot when running a custom kernel, though you should be well aware that this method does NOT reset the custom kernel flash counter. The steps are not complicated, but they aren't easy either, so read well.
(1) Make sure you have CF-Root flashed (see the first post). You must have the "CWM Manager" app available.
(2) Make sure you have the same version of CF-Root extracted until you have the zImage file. (ZIP --> extract --> TAR --> extract --> zImage).
(3) Push the zImage file to /sdcard . It must still be called zImage !
(4) Find an original Samsung signed stock kernel (preferably from the same stock firmware you have, but it's not terribly important)
(5) Reboot into download mode (adb reboot download, or boot the device with home and volume-down pressed)
(6) Fire up ODIN, and flash the Samsung kernel
(7) Boot the device with the stock kernel. CWM Manager will still be available.
(8) Start CWM Manager, select Flash Kernel, and select the zImage from CF-Root you previously put on your SD-card. The kernel will flash and the device will reboot.
(9) You will now notice you no longer have the warning triangle during boot, but you are actually running CF-Root with all it's goodies!
(10) In the future, if you only use the Flash Kernel option inside CWM Manager instead of ODIN, the triangle will not return, neither will your flash counter increase. But keep in mind, that CWM Manager can only handle a direct "zImage" if you are NOT running a kernel with full busybox support (this is currently needed for flashing kernels out of .TAR and .ZIP files)
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this is what i did,very successful
Is there any other way to decrypt the file from Fus Check? After I downloaded it, it fails to decrypt. The download stopped about 3 times before it finished failing a CRC check. I tried googling the file name and had no hits, and using Fus Check website just gives you a file name, not an option to download, or none that I could see?
Are you using the PC version or the phone app ?
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Is there any other way to decrypt the file from Fus Check? After I downloaded it, it fails to decrypt. The download stopped about 3 times before it finished failing a CRC check. I tried googling the file name and had no hits, and using Fus Check website just gives you a file name, not an option to download, or none that I could see?
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I was using the PC version. I just tried redownloading it then and it worked without crashing with a CRC error during download, it decrypted fine. I have flashed it back on and got rid of the triangle, so it works thankfully! My super user icon is there but the privledges are gone too and I can't see CWM anywhere. If I was going to flash to the unbranded version without CWM I would get the triangle back wouldn't I? It isn't THAT big a deal just annoying really.
Flashing anything via CWM shouldn't add to your flash counter or make the boot triangle reappear.
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I was using the PC version. I just tried redownloading it then and it worked without crashing with a CRC error during download, it decrypted fine. I have flashed it back on and got rid of the triangle, so it works thankfully! My super user icon is there but the privledges are gone too and I can't see CWM anywhere. If I was going to flash to the unbranded version without CWM I would get the triangle back wouldn't I? It isn't THAT big a deal just annoying really.
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Ahh because I did it with ODIN it removed it. Cool I think I am starting to understand what is happening now! I did just flash the unbranded/non carrier 2.3.6 onto my phone and that worked fine, but I still don't have CWM but if I flash the CF ROOT I will again, as I will have the triangle (hehe)!
So now I just need one of those jigs to reset my counter and remove the triangle and then I will be where I wanted to be at the beginning of all of this. Thank you again so much for all of your help, I was really nervous about doing this at first and it was all very confusing too. But I guess we all have to start somewhere...
Cheers.
sallad.
Yeah if you flash a CFRoot kernel you'll get CWM/Recovery back. And yeah, a jig is the simplest way to get rid of the triangle. Messing around with flashing stock kernels then zImages of the CFRoot kernel is a pain in the arse.
Yep we do all have to start somewhere It gets easier once you've done it a few times and to be honest, having a 'difficult' experience at the beginning (I stuffed my first flashing attempt up big time/took me 2 days to fix) gives you that motivation to learn how to fix stuff for yourself. It certainly did for me.
Happy to help As you've seen, there's almost always someone around on here who can/will help provided you've done the groundwork & explain your problem clearly.
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Ahh because I did it with ODIN it removed it. Cool I think I am starting to understand what is happening now! I did just flash the unbranded/non carrier 2.3.6 onto my phone and that worked fine, but I still don't have CWM but if I flash the CF ROOT I will again, as I will have the triangle (hehe)!
So now I just need one of those jigs to reset my counter and remove the triangle and then I will be where I wanted to be at the beginning of all of this. Thank you again so much for all of your help, I was really nervous about doing this at first and it was all very confusing too. But I guess we all have to start somewhere...
Cheers.
sallad.
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Hello everyone..
Sorry if this thread is similar any other intro available here. My previous device was LG O2X, and now SGS2 (GT-I9100, Malaysia). My mind still stuck with LG's environment (ROM tools, region firmware and so on). I've tried to understand all the device properties, but still i can't understand any of it. Here is my questions:-
1) Can someone teach me how to read and understand all the numbers+alphabets in the "About Phone"? How to know my ROM is specific for
SEA region?
2) For stock firmware, is it only available at SamMobile website, or also available here (XDA Development area)?
3) Is the firmware update different with other region? Like mine is 4.0.3, but red there is 4.0.4..
Thanks in advance to whoever answer this thread. Really appreciate it. Thank you again. :angel:
ghadap said:
Hello everyone..
Sorry if this thread is similar any other intro available here. My previous device was LG O2X, and now SGS2 (GT-I9100, Malaysia). My mind still stuck with LG's environment (ROM tools, region firmware and so on). I've tried to understand all the device properties, but still i can't understand any of it.
Thanks in advance to whoever answer this thread. Really appreciate it. Thank you again. :angel:
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Here is my questions:-
1) Can someone teach me how to read and understand all the numbers+alphabets in the "About Phone"? How to know my ROM is specific for
SEA region?
U can check the build number in 'About phone' and serach on XDA to no more about the same or google it
2) For stock firmware, is it only available at SamMobile website, or also available here (XDA Development area)?
Alternatively u can dwnld the same from HERE
3) Is the firmware update different with other region? Like mine is 4.0.3, but red there is 4.0.4..
Connect ur phone to 'Kies' and see if any update is available for ur region
Thanks Sun90...
Ok, mine shown XXLPQ.. does it means "international ROM"?
ghadap said:
Thanks Sun90...
Ok, mine shown XXLPQ.. does it means "international ROM"?
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AFAIK it is a MultiCSC rom so has to be an international one
There is a thread which breaks the numbers/letters down to show countries/versions etc.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
Well.. feels like having "culture shock" right now.. thanks everyone for the reply.. just want to make sure which ROM is for my region..
ghadap said:
Well.. feels like having "culture shock" right now.. thanks everyone for the reply.. just want to make sure which ROM is for my region..
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Theres dozens of variants and loads of roms.Your hit with all that and its daunting.
You just post the info you see in settings>about phone or dial *#1234# and you get faster/more accurate help.
You have loads of choices what to do next.You can just upgrade to 4.0.4 and leave it at that.Or do that and only root(means you can remove bloatware and use apps that only work on root).
Theres also a couple of things you may need to know if your planning on not solely staying on stock stuff.
eg 4.0.4 brickbug/efs backup/nand backup.
Just post if you need more info.
Now im getting really3x confused.. Attached is my phone abouts and versions, but seems i cant find my factory default firmware versions. And also my Kies says "your device does not support software upgrading via kies"..
Note: My plan is to use totally stock ICS, root, remove unused apps and services, use CPUEditor (force dual-core) and edit framework to AOSP ICS.. Firmware to look for is for SEA region (Malaysia)
Ok mate a small break down
Getting Malaysian firmware
Singapore and Malaysia both use DX for firmware. For example i am using
DXLPA
Red section stands for the region in this case Malaysia Singapore
Green stands for the firmware version there are lots e.g. LP9 LPB
The latest one is DXLPF for Malaysia.
So from what i see the one you are using is not for Malaysia so this is what you do. (THIS WILL WIPE AWAY ALL YOU APPS)
1. Check this out Flashing Firmware with Odin
2. Download Odin
3. Download Malaysia latest firmware here
4. Boot into stock recovery ( When phone is off press Home+Vol up+Power buttons )
5. Do a factory reset
6. Now take battery out and boot into download mode ( When phone is off press Home+Vol Down+Power buttons )
7. Follow the steps to use odin
8. Now when update is done phone should run the proper Malaysia firmware
9. Download this into the phone here
10. Make sure CSC is set to XME
11. Done. Now you got pure Malaysia firmware
Ok now for rooting
DO NOT USE ROM MANAGER FOR THIS PHONE!!!
Im not sure about the 2X but samsung phones are different. Think of it as the recovery and kernel as one package. Some phones the recovery is a img while the boot is a whole other img but for samsung phones its all in one. To "root" your phone you must flash a kernel which will at the same time give you CWM. (but after doing this you can no longer get official samsung updates, so i recommend you rather jump straight to custom rom)
For getting custom rom:
1. Download any version of CWM from here
2. Download your desired Rom/kernel or both
3. Place files in externel SDcard
4. Boot into stock recovery (Press Home + Power + Vol Up) when phone is off
5. Flash the temp recovery from the stock recovery
6. Do a backup
7. Wipe the usual stuff data/cache
8. Flash accordingly
9. Reboot
10. Now you got custom rom + stock rom backup
For getting root/custom kernel + CWM only:
1. Download any version of CWM from here
2. Download desired kernel
3. Place files in externel SDcard
4. Boot into stock recovery (Press Home + Power + Vol Up) when phone is off
5. Flash the temp recovery from the stock recovery
6. Flash kernel
7. Reboot.
8. Now you got root + CWM
My recommended
kernel : Dorimanx
Rom : Resurrection Remix (ICS or JB)
Thanks grift.. Now i understand.. No wonder there are lots of users using custom kernel.. Will try your methods and link tonight..
Edit: There is no way on earth to maintain the stock kernel, when i root and use CWM is it? I HAVE TO USE custom kernel, by hook or by crook. I can't just root, then install CWM from PlayStore right?
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
Rom manager is not compatible with the i9100... yes its in the app but it bricks phones. Another method... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746794 no recovery but has root and BB. I never tried that before
Is it because of "Insane chip" brickbug thingy? Now Im worried what Im going to do..
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The firmware you linked for me, to use in Odin, just select at "PDA" section right?
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ghadap said:
The firmware you linked for me, to use in Odin, just select at "PDA" section right?
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Yes (for .tar or .tar.md5 rom files). In PC odin leave everything default (don't tick re-partition!)
Edit: It happens that a rom comes with 3 files - then PDA, PHONE and CSC should be selected accordingly.
Thanks Many40.. I have another question though..
From what I red, this Brickbug is caused by CWM that certain version is not compatible with SGS2.. This makes me feel afraid to change my rom/bb/kernel to Malaysia standard.
My plan is:-
1. Flash Malaysia rom with Odin (as
linked)
2. Root
3. CWM (this is confuse matter)
4. Bloatware removal using
RootExplorer
5. Minor tweaks (CPU Editor, init.d,
bla bla bla..)
My goal is to keep stock as possible, with my own tuning. I've played with O2X, but never heard that CWM causing total brick like this. Hope you / any experts out there can guide me about this, since Im still newbie about SGS2.
Info: The attached pics were my device firmware info (bought from a friend who doesn't know anything about SGS2 Development, and said updated ICS through Kies).
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ghadap said:
Thanks Many40.. I have another question though..
From what I red, this Brickbug is caused by CWM that certain version is not compatible with SGS2.. This makes me feel afraid to change my rom/bb/kernel to Malaysia standard.
My plan is:-
1. Flash Malaysia rom with Odin (as
linked)
2. Root
3. CWM (this is confuse matter)
4. Bloatware removal using
RootExplorer
5. Minor tweaks (CPU Editor, init.d,
bla bla bla..)
My goal is to keep stock as possible, with my own tuning. I've played with O2X, but never heard that CWM causing total brick like this. Hope you / any experts out there can guide me about this, since Im still newbie about SGS2.
Info: The attached pics were my device firmware info (bought from a friend who doesn't know anything about SGS2 Development, and said updated ICS through Kies).
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Hi, Super brick bug is not caused by CWM itself but when you perform some operation from (doesn't matter) stock recovery or custom CWM recovery. This operation is eg. wipe data/factory reset.
So, you are exposed to this bug if you have a kernel based on sources where MMC_CAP_ERASE is present and your eMMC chip is insane. AFAIK all stock ICS 4.0.4 kernels are concerned.
So, if you decide to switch to ICS 4.0.4 you will be saved from the bug if you flash a kernel which has MMC_CAP_ERASE set to "0" (disabled).
Staying on stock kernel on ICS 4.0.4 is very dangerous.
In this case I recommend (still to be as close to stock as possible) to:
1. flash your rom via odin
2. just after flash this: PhilZ-CWM6 kernel via odin as well
This kernel is a stock kernel with root, custom CWM recovery and MMC_CAP_ERASE disabled (super brick bug - safe)
3. Then you can continue with point 4 and further
BTW The rom from the pictures: XXLPQ / OXALPQ it's Polish unbranded ICS 4.0.3 (not exposed to super brick bug).
With what Ive read it is you that is battling against yourself(if you see what I mean).If you want as close to stock as possible then
If the lastest stock malaysia rom is 4.0.4 then thats the one with the brickbug in it.
So to counteract that,you flash a kernel that protects you from that.
But you dont want to do that as then its not as close to stock.
You have a few options,but if you want 4.0.4,then its best to get away from stock kernel.
If you stay on 4.0.3 then you have nothing to worry about.
I dont know the benefits of going from stock 4.0.3>4.0.4 as I use GB.
I do know that a lot of people get nothing but trouble using 4.0.4.
Ok.. I understood more with this explanations.. Correct me if im wrong..
1. I've check at sammobile, latest Malaysia rom is still 4.0.3.. Does it means that this rom version is safe from "brickbug"? (for stock recovery and CWM recovery)
2. Before I begin flash, rom file from sammobile only to be used at "PDA" section, is it? At which website that gives separated rom files?
3. Is there any other methods to root, else than using Odin with custom kernel?
"Hope this post will be my last confusion matter.."
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Ok.. I understood more with this explanations.. Correct me if im wrong..
1. I've check at sammobile, latest Malaysia rom is still 4.0.3.. Does it means that this rom version is safe from "brickbug"? (for stock recovery and CWM recovery)
2. Before I begin flash, rom file from sammobile only to be used at "PDA" section, is it? Just let "repartition" uncheck, and install Samsung drivers?
3. Is there any other methods to root, else than using Odin with custom kernel?
"Hope this post will be my last confusion matter.."
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1) yes 4.0.3 stock ics roms are safe from Brick bug for sure ma8
2) yes u have to use the "PDA" section and leave "repartion" unchecked u have to install samsung drivers first on ur PC for it to recognise ur phone
3)rooting thro ODin with custom kernel like siyah or Dorimanx is the best way for u since they r tried and trusted
hope things are clear for u know
Lets say that I want to stay my default rom stock ics kernel.. Will I be able to root (without any other kernels) and install CWM (Rom Manager) as I've done to my previous phone? Just curious..
Edit: Sorry guys.. Such a silly questions.. Found all the answers already.. Silly me.. :screwy:
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Hey guys.
I've searched the forums for this issue, unfortunately it seems like mine is a little unique and I can't find a solution to my problem anywhere.
I'm stuck in CWM Recovery mode, and although I can navigate the menu... when pressing the Home key to select the various options, nothing happens besides the options blinking for a sec. I can access Odin Mode with Power/Volume +/- but that's it. Also it's worth noting that I'm unable to access my phone's files from my computer when in download mode (my guess is because the phone isn't set to USB storage mode which I have to do from the booted home screen, which... I can't access).
This happened after the first time entering Recovery mode on CWM, and although I have ROM Manager installed on my phone, after researching a little I found that was NOT what I wanted to use. And I did NOT use that program.. my CWM was flashed in from a .tar on Odin (the windows program). I also have a Jellybam folder placed in the phone, which was my next step.
How can I get out of CWM Recovery so that I can continue flashing the Jellybam ROM?
I apologize if I've missed anything. Please let me know if you need any other information. I'll be sure to hit the thank you button on every reply.
THANK YOU!
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um....
you are supposed to flash the ROM from CWM, so why would you want to get out of CWM to get back into CWM?
you havent mentioned what version of Android you were already running or what kernel you flashed, but have you tried using the POWER button to select things in CWM? Are you sure you used the right kernel? Are you sure you have an i777?
Hey Pirateghost, thanks for the reply! And yes, I was going into CWM Recovery to flash the ROM. The reason I wanted out of CWM was because it had no functionality... yes, I did try using the power button to select things. Seems the home button was it? In any case nothing worked. My version of Android was Gingerbread UCKH7, and I'm %100 sure it's an i777. By using the "right kernel" you mean the right version of Jellybam?
UPDATE: I got out of the bootloop by using a stock root UCKH7 kernel, bringing it in from Odin. Now I'm just trying to understand what went wrong and how I can continue to flash my Jellybam ROM in without any issues. I also found that my CWM app disappeared after I uninstalled ROM Manager after getting access back to my phone.
More info...
the kernel I installed for CWM was KH4 at this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
After putting the KH7 stock root kernel in via Odin and getting out of the bootloop, I deleted ROM Manager off my phone and reflashed the KH4 kernel so I could get CWM. That worked fine, but now Superuser is crashing.
??
xargis said:
More info...
the kernel I installed for CWM was KH4 at this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
After putting the KH7 stock root kernel in via Odin and getting out of the bootloop, I deleted ROM Manager off my phone and reflashed the KH4 kernel so I could get CWM. That worked fine, but now Superuser is crashing.
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The kernel you just linked above is for the GT-I9100, not the SGH-I777. You seem to be moving forward without providing yourself with enough knowledge. If you are sure the phone is an I777 then stay away from the I9100 forums. Get what you need from here. There is lots of information in the guides linked in my signature. There is enough information there to guide you through everything you want to do.
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More info...
the kernel I installed for CWM was KH4 at this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
After putting the KH7 stock root kernel in via Odin and getting out of the bootloop, I deleted ROM Manager off my phone and reflashed the KH4 kernel so I could get CWM. That worked fine, but now Superuser is crashing.
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You are flashing an older kernel on a newer ROM??? why? if you want to have CMW recovery you should flash your stock rom and then get the CWM .tar file and flash it in Odin. If you happen to get a .zip CWM file you can rename it to update.zip and flash it using your stock ROM's recovery options.
Search something along these lines: CWM5.8.1.8-i777.zip or recovery-clockwork-5.0.2.3-galaxys2att.tar as examples
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The kernel you just linked above is for the GT-I9100, not the SGH-I777. You seem to be moving forward without providing yourself with enough knowledge. If you are sure the phone is an I777 then stay away from the I9100 forums. Get what you need from here. There is lots of information in the guides linked in my signature. There is enough information there to guide you through everything you want to do.
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WOW! I don't know how I missed that. Must pay more attention to detail...
Thank you so much for pointing that out Creepyncrawly!
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... If you happen to get a .zip CWM file you can rename it to update.zip and flash it using your stock ROM's recovery options. ...
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It's great having new folks around helping out.
This is bad information, however. 3e recovery will enforce signature verification on any update.zip, and it will fail.
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It's great having new folks around helping out.
This is bad information, however. 3e recovery will enforce signature verification on any update.zip, and it will fail.
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always a pleasure to lend a hand. you're right it used to work on 2e I think, I was trying to signify the difference between the zip and tar, but thank you so much for the correction.
So should I be using a different kernel? I'm sorry I'm not quite sure what you're saying Commodore64, my head has been spinning from all this.
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So should I be using a different kernel? I'm sorry I'm not quite sure what you're saying Commodore64, my head has been spinning from all this.
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you should be using a kernel intended for your phone....your phone (if branded AT&T) is either an i727 skyrocket or i777. this is the i777 forum section. you appear to have flashed a kernel for an i9100...
just follow creepy's guides and do it the right way. there is nothing you can flash in STOCK recovery that will give you CWM or a new kernel (which on this phone CWM is packed with the kernel)
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So should I be using a different kernel? I'm sorry I'm not quite sure what you're saying Commodore64, my head has been spinning from all this.
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There is not just one answer, you can go back to one of the stock ROMs, like the ones provided by creepyncrawly threads.
There are a lot of threads on this and I don't have my I777 anymore but I used to do this:
1- Once you flashed a stock rom, go into recovery and cleanup. data/cache reset.
2- Have the files you want to flash on your phone. (if you format the SD card you will erase your files including the ones you want to flash!)
3- Use your .tar Odin CWM that worked for you before now to flash CWM.
4- Once in the CWM flash a newer CWM version (CWM6.0.1.0-i777.zip) since your ROM is based on CM/AOKP
5- After flash Go to Advanced and reboot recovery (this will reboot your phone now with the newer version of CWM)
6- Once in the newer CWM clean up again.
7- Don't reboot, have the correct version (latest or whatever) of your Custom ROM and install it now.
This is the general idea, if you don't know what you're doing read the threads in the development section, everything you need is there.
Educate yourself before you make your phone a crippled rabbit and scream for help.
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There is not just one answer, you can go back to one of the stock ROMs, like the ones provided by creepyncrawly threads.
There are a lot of threads on this and I don't have my I777 anymore but I used to do this:
1- Once you flashed a stock rom, go into recovery and cleanup. data/cache reset.
2- Have the files you want to flash on your phone. (if you format the SD card you will erase your files including the ones you want to flash!)
3- Use your .tar Odin CWM that worked for you before now to flash CWM.
4- Once in the CWM flash a newer CWM version (CWM6.0.1.0-i777.zip) since your ROM is based on CM/AOKP
5- After flash Go to Advanced and reboot recovery (this will reboot your phone now with the newer version of CWM)
6- Once in the newer CWM clean up again.
7- Don't reboot, have the correct version (latest or whatever) of your Custom ROM and install it now.
This is the general idea, if you don't know what you're doing read the threads in the development section, everything you need is there.
Educate yourself before you make your phone a crippled rabbit and scream for help.
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this makes no sense, dude.
1. if he is on a stock rom, there is nothing CM/AOKP on his phone
2. on this device the recovery is packed with the kernel, flashing some other CWM doesnt really matter at all. none of this is necessary.
you can flash any kernel you want (made for this device) if you dont plan on booting the OS and only plan on flashing a rom...
you have now complicated an already easy method.
Hey everyone - just wanted to let you guys know that I am now running JellyBAM and so far everything seems fine.
Thank you all for your help, seriously. If anyone has any questions about what I did etc., just ask and I'll get back to ya.
Thanks! :good:
Glad to hear you got JellyBAM up and running xargis, and just to reiterate what pirateghost was saying, you won't get CWM by flashing a CWM.tar file lol, I don't even think one can be found for this model (SGH-i777) which is the device that I currently have, the ONLY way to get CWM onto this device is to flash the proper kernel for this device, but keep in mind that there is another factor to think about as well, depending on what type of custom rom you want to run there are different kernels out there that work best and offer different/better features for deployment into the custom rom for which you will be running, in other words some roms are kernel specific, you can only use certain kernels with CM10/AOKP/ParanoidAndroid based roms, and such is the same with only using certain kernels with Sammy based stock roms, so the choice is yours, hope this info was informative to you and that you definately find a good productive rom that you will be happy to play with and run, have fun with your i777 s2, that's one of the things this forum is all about!!