Hey guys, need some help, I'm going to root a friends gs2. It's from Claro
In Puerto Rico. I had copied the build number and stuff but I don't have them to paste them here, the model was GT-I9100, the kernel version was KE2. I want to know is, which of the two dev forums am I suppose to go, the one that says original or the other one. And I'm having a hard time figuring out where exactly do I start to root the phone (pardon me, Ive never flashed roms or kernels on gs device lol) thanks in advance ::thumbup::thumbdown::what:
eggydrums said:
Hey guys, need some help, I'm going to root a friends gs2. It's from Claro
In Puerto Rico. I had copied the build number and stuff but I don't have them to paste them here, the model was GT-I9100, the kernel version was KE2. I want to know is, which of the two dev forums am I suppose to go, the one that says original or the other one. And I'm having a hard time figuring out where exactly do I start to root the phone (pardon me, Ive never flashed roms or kernels on gs device lol) thanks in advance ::thumbup::thumbdown::what:
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Original dev is the main thread to look at. But did you bother checking out this link in general forums? It's right here on the first page.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1499331
Otherwise search for CF-Root which is the main thread for rooting. Learn to flash with Odin, learn to use CWM... But I won't search for you. You can find it yourself I think.
karendar said:
Original dev is the main thread to look at. But did you bother checking out this link in general forums? It's right here on the first page.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1499331
Otherwise search for CF-Root which is the main thread for rooting. Learn to flash with Odin, learn to use CWM... But I won't search for you. You can find it yourself I think.
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Cool thanks, I think I can, I've been rooting for 2 years now, only HTC lol
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eggydrums said:
Cool thanks, I think I can, I've been rooting for 2 years now, only HTC lol
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But you surely don't know where's the Thanks button on xda.
sent from my fingers to your face.
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I am completely new to samsung family and wish to ask that i have a GT-I9100 (int. version) , so which thread's rom should i flash ??
ALso someone plz. tell me that where can i find instructions for bootloader unlocking(if any) , installing CWM etc...
I'm on stock 2.3.6 Now and i don't think that zergrush will help !!
nexus2515 said:
I am completely new to samsung family and wish to ask that i have a GT-I9100 (int. version) , so which thread's rom should i flash ??
ALso someone plz. tell me that where can i find instructions for bootloader unlocking(if any) , installing CWM etc...
I'm on stock 2.3.6 Now and i don't think that zergrush will help !!
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difference between android development and original development is simple. android development is roms basically with a slap on theme on it and original is well original.
read this thread here for better explanation between the two
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1175660
as regarding unlocking bootloaders you do not have to as it is already unlocked..all you have to do is flash a cf-root kernel from chainfires thread.
here are links to help you better
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
above link is the chainfire thread to root and the bottom link read that first to get a better feel of rooting
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1134290
noobterminator i couldnt have put it any better than you did. nice to see someone offering help instead of flaming and whinging over forum rules over an uncommon question
Tapped GS2
iamsloany said:
noobterminator i couldnt have put it any better than you did. nice to see someone offering help instead of flaming and whinging over forum rules over an uncommon question
Tapped GS2
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well we all been there before so no harm in helping out. although the question should be move to the Q&A section...but anyways thank you for your nice words and just helping a fellow member that is all
But its not an uncommon question is it .Uncommon questions don't get their head bitten off.
jje.
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thanks noobterminator, last thing please
also post the links for what is ODIN utility and how to use it and then i'll be ready to Boost my s2
nexus2515 said:
thanks noobterminator, last thing please
also post the links for what is ODIN utility and how to use it and then i'll be ready to Boost my s2
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I don't understand why you should sit here and wait for an answer when you can get it 2seconds after you ask Google
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It's the same old story. People too damn lazy to do the work (searching) themselves.
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It's the same old story. People too damn lazy to do the work (searching) themselves.
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i'm not too much lazy,,,,
the thing is that i don't wanna brick my set..
i saw procedure for galaxy ace and some other sammy phones, but couldn't find for S2
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
The 1st post in the above thread has it all. Good luck.
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Hey guys, i'm a noob to the rooting/flashing rom world. i was going to wait for ICS to officially come out on att, but i'm tired of waiting.
my question is, do i need to root and then flash flappjaxxx rom? i see that in the descriptions, it says:
-Rooted with SuperSU included
does that mean i can just follow his instructions and my note will be rooted? or do i need to root first, and then flash?
thanks for any assistance!!
Did you see the sticky at the top of this section labeled "all in one noob guide"??? I think that may have what you're looking for. If you can't find it, you probably shouldn't flash. No offense meant by that, it's just that most problems people have and most bricks are caused by a lack of reading and following directions.
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The Flappjaxx rom is already a rooted ROM. What you need to do is flash CWM using ODIN.
Pls refer to the "HOW TO" guide in the dev section. Everything you need to learn is there.
everyone's gotta start somewhere. thanks guys!!
psychowu said:
everyone's gotta start somewhere. thanks guys!!
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That's right. But just a word of advice... before asking, always remember to do the reading first and research. Then if something doesn't make sense to you....thats the time you ask.
Yes, everybody does need to start somewhere, and that somewhere is reading as much as possible.
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Hey guys
first of all seems like this is the best forum for android
i'm totally new to android i had iphone 4 before
finally got bored of that ****
and switched to android and liking it so far
so which is the best way to root galaxy s3 international/GSM version 32 GB
Thanks for your help!
cf-root by chainfire
The best & easiest way for you to root your S3 is by using SAMSUNG GALAXY S3 TOOLKIT.
Here's the thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Download link : http://www.mediafire.com/?595yddvs38ryci5
XeactorZ said:
cf-root by chainfire
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Thanks for the reply!
is this the one you talking about
androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
also is it totally updated guide for GT-I9300?
as i just got my S3 don't wanna risk
CF-root by Chainfire
Thanks for replies
which one is safest for new user?
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Thanks for replies
which one is safest for new user?
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CF root .
jje
JJEgan said:
CF root .
jje
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Alright thanks
i'm gonna give it a shot
last question which one should i try one mentioned by @mopral or this one androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Alright thanks
i'm gonna give it a shot
last question which one should i try one mentioned by @mopral or this one androidnz .net/2012/06/at-your-own-risk-how-to-root-your.html [Remove space]
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This is XDA f5555555555555 knows what some other forum is posting ask them .
jje
JJEgan said:
This is XDA f5555555555555 knows what some other forum is posting ask them .
jje
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Dont get angry
just came across that guide
that guide links to here so i asked if i should try that one or by chainfire
If i use cf root to root my galaxy s3 i9300 will i be able to flash a custom rom? It says that the cf root was intended to be used with stock firmware in the main thread. Also how safe is it? If i follow the steps exactly as instructed what are the chances the phone will brick?
Thanks
GalaxyS3III94 said:
Hey guys
first of all seems like this is the best forum for android
i'm totally new to android i had iphone 4 before
finally got bored of that ****
and switched to android and liking it so far
so which is the best way to root galaxy s3 international/GSM version 32 GB
Thanks for your help!
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Either Use this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703488
Or Flash CF Root by chainfire.
Aklesunio said:
If i use cf root to root my galaxy s3 i9300 will i be able to flash a custom rom? It says that the cf root was intended to be used with stock firmware in the main thread. Also how safe is it? If i follow the steps exactly as instructed what are the chances the phone will brick?
Thanks
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Yes you will.
It means it is meant to be used to root a stock Rom, after that you can do what you like. Cf root is extremely safe if you follow the instructions, which are very simple. If you do that you won't brick your phone
slaphead20 said:
Yes you will.
It means it is meant to be used to root a stock Rom, after that you can do what you like. Cf root is extremely safe if you follow the instructions, which are very simple. If you do that you won't brick your phone
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Thanks for your quick reply. I have one more question though. Does it matter that my phone is locked and carrier branded? I always thought it had to be fully unlocked and unbranded to root and stuff. Thanks!
Aklesunio said:
Thanks for your quick reply. I have one more question though. Does it matter that my phone is locked and carrier branded? I always thought it had to be fully unlocked and unbranded to root and stuff. Thanks!
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No, you only need to unlock if you want to use a different network, won't affect it otherwise
My question is after rooting and not changing anything else will you still be able to get the updates. I remember with the bionic I cou ld but not with the tbolt.
are you carrier branded as in US Carrier branded or something else?
If you're talking about a US Carrier branded phone, then you're in the wrong place. This is specifically for the i9300, not any other version. There are appropriate forums for your specific phone.
If you do have the i9300, then do as slaphead says. you're all set.
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mputtr said:
are you carrier branded as in US Carrier branded or something else?
If you're talking about a US Carrier branded phone, then you're in the wrong place. This is specifically for the i9300, not any other version. There are appropriate forums for your specific phone.
If you do have the i9300, then do as slaphead says. you're all set.
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He specifically says he has an 'International I9300 32GB'
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srivas95 said:
He specifically says he has an 'International I9300 32GB'
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Oopsie daisy.... I could've sworn I read the whole thread from start to end.. Not sure how I missed that..
I think the word "carrier branded" set of red flags in my head since I was only recently reading about someone who tried to flash an i9300 rom with their sprint s3.
just wanted to make sure and not have to see another brick.
mputtr said:
Oopsie daisy.... I could've sworn I read the whole thread from start to end.. Not sure how I missed that..
I think the word "carrier branded" set of red flags in my head since I was only recently reading about someone who tried to flash an i9300 rom with their sprint s3.
just wanted to make sure and not have to see another brick.
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Haha okay
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Sorry to join the chorus of noobs asking for rooting advice when there are vids and threads galore, but I am finding this all confusing.
I have got my new S3 from the UK network Three, it is of the following spec:
Model Number = GT-I9300
Android Version = 4.0.4
Baseband version = I9300XXLH1
I would be grateful if someone could advise me of the simplest method I should use for rooting as I am confused.
I would love to also hear any suggestions on custom roms but obviously that is a secondary request!
Thanks to anyone who wouldn't mind advising me! :silly:
read the stickies in the general i9300 forum. All your questions will be answered there (including a step bu step rooting guide)
the only way that you can mess it up is if you think you're smarter than the guide and not follow it properly.
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wetfoot said:
Sorry to join the chorus of noobs asking for rooting advice when there are vids and threads galore, but I am finding this all confusing.
I have got my new S3 from the UK network Three, it is of the following spec:
Model Number = GT-I9300
Android Version = 4.0.4
Baseband version = I9300XXLH1
I would be grateful if someone could advise me of the simplest method I should use for rooting as I am confused.
I would love to also hear any suggestions on custom roms but obviously that is a secondary request!
Thanks to anyone who wouldn't mind advising me! :silly:
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Just use mskip's s3 toolkit 6.0. Don't worry the toolkit is fool proof.
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EtienneBordeaux said:
Just use mskip's s3 toolkit 6.0. Don't worry the toolkit is fool proof.
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Thank you very much for your reply, unfortunately that method does not have the build version of my phone (IMM76D.I9300XXBLG8) on the list (it has XXBLG9 though lol).
Going to try XXBLG9 as it seems this is the suggestion in the tools thread. It is funny how in all these noob proof threads I follow to root my devices I always end up taking leaps of faith! I wish I had more acumen for this stuff!
Thank you very much for putting me on the right track all the same, I appreciate it!
wetfoot said:
Thank you very much for your reply, unfortunately that method does not have the build version of my phone (IMM76D.I9300XXBLG8) on the list (it has XXBLG9 though lol).
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Just read the instructions on the toolkit. It says to choose the closest build if you cant find yours. Goodluck!
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EtienneBordeaux said:
Just use mskip's s3 toolkit 6.0. Don't worry the toolkit is fool proof.
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EtienneBordeaux said:
Just read the instructions on the toolkit. It says to choose the closest build if you cant find yours. Goodluck!
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Thank you very much! All rooted now
Wish you all the best in your future phone endevours too! :good:
...Now off to find a nice ROM
Hey,
So I upgraded my Samsung Galaxy S II I9100 to ICS 4.0.4 before 1-2 months. The new graphics and extra features looked really great at first, but 2 hours after using it on normal applications (Facebook, YouTube, Twitter.) It froze and did nothing, like literally just freezes at the screen it lagged on. This has been happening continuously for the past 2 months and I'm really sick of it, I upgraded my phone and my dad's one (both SGS2I9100) using Samsung Kies, ever since that, it just keeps freezing like 4 times a day and I have to take off my battery and re-put it so it can reset since nothing will do this.. The old the firmware I had was the really amazingly going well and never lagged even once (I can't remember which firmware though). I'm a total noob, I didn't and don't have my phone rooted or some stuff like that, expect downloading APKs off the internet lol.
I really want someone to help me in this, I know there must be a solution since I don't think I'm the only one who has been annoyed by this, specially when it happens on a daily routine. I searched over the forums and found nothing. I know there must be something talking about the issue but I'm too nooby to understand the article titles which might be a solution of my problem.
Please help me in my problem it really bothers me and xda is my last hope...
Thank you all.
Note: please use simple terms because I really won't understand, and if you do, please teach me them lol.
Well, first of all your up for some reading.
While you go from thread to thread you'll run into the world of ROMs and flashing.
The first thing you have to know is that your device comes with 4 things:
1) Hardware (dah)
2) Kernel (link between Hardware & OS)
3) ROM (OS)
4) Modem (Baseband for your country / Region)
You are actually on 4.0.4, It's Kernel is known to suffer the brick bug issue.
Flashing is used to get the best from your device, in relation to your personal user experience. You got plenty of options like Stock Roms and Custom Roms, as well as Stock Kernels and custom kernels.
When flashing stock roms you get the chance to get rid of your carrier stuff (bloatware and animation boot) by getting an unbranded ROM (samsung official stock rom), you can either go down to previous versions (Gingerbread, ICS 4.0.3) or even go up (Jelly bean leaked ROM). Carrier branded or not, it's just a matter of choice.
When flashing custom roms you get a whole lot of roms to choose from. The most common are CyanogenMod (CM), RR (revolution remix), Omega and etcetera. These roms take the best of the stock roms and leave the worst, so you'll get a more personalized experience.
When Flashing custom kernels your trying to get the best performance for your ROM, this means you can use a stock ROM with a custom kernel.
Modems are basebands that let your carrier network function in your region / country, so if you flash a modem, your network might not work, so you'll have to flash another modem and so on.
Check all that out and if you decide to go on flashing, we are here to help you on the easiest / safest way to do it.
rembember to read and re-read all first.
you did notice this is now your official post right?
Okay I kinda get it, can you kindly please send me links that will help my problem? I'd rather downgrade with Stock ROM than a costum one.
Another thing, will it affect anything that has to do with my Carier? and does my phone have to be rooted in order this to work? If so how can I?
Many thanks.
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try sammobile.com
they have plenty of stock roms.
I'd personally advice you to get 4.0.3 stock ROM. What's you carrier? I could look it up for you while you learn about flashing/downgrade.
That's what I was thinking of too, and it's Orange IL (Israel)
I need you you to tell me how do it too please
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The best option for you is to get Mobile Odin Pro, got 5 bucks to spare in google play?
After installing that, what should I do?
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OmarDaoudi said:
After installing that, what should I do?
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here, download the official ROM of your choice (you can type ctrl + f and search orange):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
Remember, 4.0.3 is the best option for you.
OmarDaoudi said:
After installing that, what should I do?
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You really should start reading. The people who posted above didn't get all the knowledge by inventing it by themselves, but through searching, reading and trying to follow rhe guides. Search for the threads that are made for people like you who are quite new to this
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Donnie Sins said:
You really should start reading. The people who posted above didn't get all the knowledge by inventing it by themselves, but through searching, reading and trying to follow rhe guides. Search for the threads that are made for people like you who are quite new to this
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I'm goin' clubbin in a couple of hours, he'll have to
gastonw said:
I'm goin' clubbin in a couple of hours, he'll have to
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Priorities man Wouldn't you rather be on xda instead of dancing in a club?^^
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Donnie Sins said:
You really should start reading. The people who posted above didn't get all the knowledge by inventing it by themselves, but through searching, reading and trying to follow rhe guides. Search for the threads that are made for people like you who are quite new to this
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There are 2 types of people: those who do not like to read and the rest who like. Then those who like may not understand. Now, those who do not read and those who read but don't understand actually contribute 99% of the posts in every forums you visit.
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xdanoober said:
There are 2 types of people: those who do not like to read and the rest who like. Then those who like may not understand. Now, those who do not read and those who read but don't understand actually contribute 99% of the posts in every forums you visit.
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When the guy doesn't read it was a good advice to start doing it, because it's not really allowed to ask everything that is allready asked so many times.
When he actually does read, but doesn't understand (which I don't think because he's asking basic question about steps he must take) then it's maybe better to rethink if he's really going to flash something because he doesn't know what he's doing
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Okay, so I did some reading and figured out that I needed to root my phone, I'm on this thread which was recommended by many people http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719 . Am I doing it the right thing? since I want to downgrade to stock 4.0.3?
Second question, I downloaded the CWM zip and extractred the CWM file on SDCARD, it says reboot to recovery, how can I do that?
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Okay, so I did some reading and figured out that I needed to root my phone, I'm on this thread which was recommended by many people http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719 . Am I doing it the right thing? since I want to downgrade to stock 4.0.3?
Second question, I downloaded the CWM zip and extractred the CWM file on SDCARD, it says reboot to recovery, how can I do that?
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Why don't you just flash a stock rom through Odin? No offence but I'm serious, the lack of knowledge you show here by asking about Recovery to me seems to be a sign you shouldn't root it at all, and learn a whole lot more about flashing and more if you want to.
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Donnie Sins said:
Why don't you just flash a stock rom through Odin? No offence but I'm serious, the lack of knowledge you show here by asking about Recovery to me seems to be a sign you shouldn't root it at all, and learn a whole lot more about flashing and more if you want to.
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I managed to root my phone, I have SuperSU,CWM now on my phone, sorry for the stupid questions did more readings, my goal now is to downgrade to stock 4.0.3, how can I do that?
OmarDaoudi said:
I managed to root my phone, I have SuperSU,CWM now on my phone, sorry for the stupid questions did more readings, my goal now is to downgrade to stock 4.0.3, how can I do that?
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These all aren't stupid questions, because everybody had to go through them the first time. It's just that all the questions have allready been answered here on xda, so that's why you've been told to search and read for yourself.
Here's an article that can be helpfull:
http://www.jayceooi.com/2011/08/08/how-to-install-firmware-on-samsung-galaxy-s2-with-odin-video/
If you don't fully understand it, please look into the guides in the S2 section.
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Thanks all for your help! I managed to successfully downgrade my SGS2 from 4.0.4 to 4.0.3 after your guys helps, I should have read in the first place which I did after you guys gave me the headlines of what to do!
Now I think I'm and advanced noobie.
Thanks a lot again! :laugh: