A very simple question. I wanna root my S2 (UK Sim Free ICS). I don't wanna use CF-Root Kernel. I wanna root it the way I rooted it last time, i.e. using an insecure kernel by Odia. Odia has not published any working insecure kernel for ICS (I have tried using various some kernels for 4.0.3 and some for gingerbread, none of them worked... obviously). So, all I want is an insecure kernel so that I can root it using ADB. I don't mind making an insecure kernel myself, if someone can teach me how to. Hoping for a quick reply.
Cheers
- me!
svarma241 said:
A very simple question. I wanna root my S2 (UK Sim Free ICS). I don't wanna use CF-Root Kernel. I wanna root it the way I rooted it last time, i.e. using an insecure kernel by Odia. Odia has not published any working insecure kernel for ICS (I have tried using various some kernels for 4.0.3 and some for gingerbread, none of them worked... obviously). So, all I want is an insecure kernel so that I can root it using ADB. I don't mind making an insecure kernel myself, if someone can teach me how to. Hoping for a quick reply.
Cheers
- me!
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I had the same version and couldnt find an insecure kernel. I went ahead with CF-Root and I had no problems. Why dont you want to use it?
Download Mode + Odin > PDA - CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5 > Ready to go!!!
Can I ask why?
Cf root adds root and it's own manager to the stock kernel. Nothing more.
I haven't tried it but I rooted one aosp non rooted ROM by using cwm and su zip. You can try it I'll post it when I get home
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Nevermind.
I did try CF-Root. I wanna keep my phone close to stock.. as much as possible. Plus I don't want CWM, so is there any way of rooting via CF-Root and then uninstalling CWM? I tried the ADB commands, but they don't work.
Easy fixed. Someone thinks they know what they're talking about (and is unable to use the search function or Google), yet they're expecting their hand held. Just another day on XDA.
MistahBungle said:
And you seem to be hung up on some 'But I can do it in ADB !" thing yet you don't know what commands to use ?.
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I know the commands.. I know how to root.. I just don't want CWM, not at all. Don't like it, Don't use it, Don't want it! I just want a simple answer to my simple question. If I wanted to do it via CF-Root, i wouldn't have started this thread!
ahem ahem.. Anyone?
oh man just flash the stock kernel back using odin!
http://skywanker.net/Download/download.aspx
darn.. i think i will keep my root for now and maybe when I can get an insecure kernel, I will root the phone using that.. Still hoping for someone makes and insecure kernel!
$#$$#$#$#$#@ thts for you (friendly)
you want root without anything use cfroot and than flash stock kernel back, either dont ask or try what has been said.......
atifsh said:
$#$$#$#$#$#@ thts for you (friendly)
you want root without anything use cfroot and than flash stock kernel back, either dont ask or try what has been said.......
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This is not what I started the thread for. I know how to flash, flash using CF-Root and how to flash an original kernel afterwards.. This thread is about finding a solution to my problem, rather than suggesting me alternatives, which I already know. I believe in asking questions, when I don't know something and exploring all the possible options. All I am trying to say is: I have tried what's been done and I didn't like it, so I am looking for a better solution.
Cheers
- me!
PS: As long as it is not something gay, a friendly $#$$#$#$#$#@ for you too
Lol those were cursing words....
Let me tell you one last time, if you know this than you are wasting your time....
When you flash cfroot you get root and the cwm manager. When you flash stock kernel back you are now 100% stock.
Cwm manager app left is like any other app you use, you want to get rid of it use root uninstaller or root explorer and remove/delete the cwm manager apk.
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Did you try the method described here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
I did it myself today and it works just fine - no kernel flash needed, and root is now accessible. The only issue I have is that AdAway didn't seem to be able to write to the hosts file. No matter, I've gone back to AdFree which works okay.
atifsh said:
When you flash cfroot you get root and the cwm manager. When you flash stock kernel back you are now 100% stock.
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Flashing just the stock kernel will remove the yellow triangle (the one u see when u boot after installing an insecure kernel, like CF's) whilst keeping ur root.
atifsh said:
Cwm manager app left is like any other app you use, you want to get rid of it use root uninstaller or root explorer and remove/delete the cwm manager apk.
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Like i said initially, I want to root my phone without having to force install CWM.
ROOT = Yes...
CWM = NO NO!
I have tried removing it via many options, including ADB commands.. but nothing works. Have u personally tried removing CWM, if so then please share how you did that and that's all I want.
Thanks..
Mr Anderson said:
Did you try the method described here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
I did it myself today and it works just fine - no kernel flash needed, and root is now accessible. The only issue I have is that AdAway didn't seem to be able to write to the hosts file. No matter, I've gone back to AdFree which works okay.
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Finally, a proper answer.
Ya, I checked out the option this morning. But haven't tried it yet. I rooted my phone using CF-Root and I have an issue with ad away as well. Anyhow, I was suspecting that this option would give u a temp root, as in after a restart it would go away.. is that true? Also, did it increase your custom binary counter? and what about the yellow triangle?
No yellow triangle because the kernel is unchanged. I doubt the counter has altered either but I don't know how to check it (or what it said before ).
The root is permanent and survives restarts.
Mr Anderson said:
No yellow triangle because the kernel is unchanged. I doubt the counter has altered either but I don't know how to check it (or what it said before ).
The root is permanent and survives restarts.
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amazing.. then lemme try and get back to u..
THanks : )
now you are acting stupid, im not going to post anymore,
flashing stock kernel back removes cwm and get you stock recovery back.
atifsh said:
now you are acting stupid, im not going to post anymore,
flashing stock kernel back removes cwm and get you stock recovery back.
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Oh.. thank God for u are gonna stop posting, as it is you have been of NO help.. Also, there is a difference between a stock kernel and a stock ROM. Flashing back with a stock aka original aka secure 'kernel' will just remove the yellow triangle, where as flashing with a stock ROM aka firmware, will remove everything.
Cheers
- me!
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Hi Guys, first time flashing and just successfully done so with SpeedMod kernel. Checked the kernel version and yup it's there.
One problem though, I tried installing Titanium Back up but it says my phone is not properly rooted. So I downloaded Root Checker and it says that my phone is indeed not properly rooted. What happened? I thought SpeedMod automatically installs root?
Hope (and Im sure) you guys can help me. Thanks in advance!
Jiggeroo said:
Hi Guys, first time flashing and just successfully done so with SpeedMod kernel. Checked the kernel version and yup it's there.
One problem though, I tried installing Titanium Back up but it says my phone is not properly rooted. So I downloaded Root Checker and it says that my phone is indeed not properly rooted. What happened? I thought SpeedMod automatically installs root?
Hope (and Im sure) you guys can help me. Thanks in advance!
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1st i hope your phone was rooted lol. Did u install a rom then flash speedmod while still in recovery straight away?
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Jiggeroo said:
Hi Guys, first time flashing and just successfully done so with SpeedMod kernel. Checked the kernel version and yup it's there.
One problem though, I tried installing Titanium Back up but it says my phone is not properly rooted. So I downloaded Root Checker and it says that my phone is indeed not properly rooted. What happened? I thought SpeedMod automatically installs root?
Hope (and Im sure) you guys can help me. Thanks in advance!
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Installing speedmod kernal won't give you root access.. 1st you have to root your phone.. Search for it.. I will tell one method.. Flash an insecure kernel.. Then use 's2 root ' to root your phone.. There are many other methods..
Thank me if I helped
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I see. I thought it was gonna give me root straight away. I posted a topic here about that and the one who replied told me to just flash SpeedMod straight away.
So what I have to do is flash an insecure kernel, then flash SpeedMod again?
bibymon said:
Installing speedmod kernal won't give you root access.. 1st you have to root your phone.. Search for it.. I will tell one method.. Flash an insecure kernel.. Then use 's2 root ' to root your phone.. There are many other methods..
Thank me if I helped
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errr....wrong
Quoted from the speedmod changelog:
Current features:
Root and CWM:
- Automatically installs root (su)
- CWM recovery
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perhaps you need to update superuser or download SU Update Fixer
What are you guys on about, speedomod and most if not all custom kernels do indeed root you phone. Try to flash it again and plz use odin, not recovery as some assume.
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Speedmod automatically roots your phone....
I expect superuser wasn't updated to the latest version,
Did titanium give an option such as 'yes, do it'?
If so, it's because your superuser app was not updated to latest version, check it on the android market.
I've flashed SpeedMod hundreds of times, it's never once failed to root.
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chrisjcks said:
Speedmod automatically roots your phone....
I expect superuser wasn't updated to the latest version,
Did titanium give an option such as 'yes, do it'?
If so, it's because your superuser app was not updated to latest version, check it on the android market.
I've flashed SpeedMod hundreds of times, it's never once failed to root.
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I flashed it using Odin. Titanium didn;t give me that option either. I guess Ill just check the market for the latest Superuser then. Ill get back to you guys once I get back home, still here at work.
Thanks for the replies!
Ok so I downloaded the latest SU. Tried updating from within the app. So i got to the black screen with the green fonts, it says i run the legacy version. Then when it gets to the gaining root access.... Part, it always says fail. I tried dling the Su updater but all its says is ok.
Any help anyone?
Jiggeroo said:
Any help anyone?
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My suggestion as you are going around in baffling circles .
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Clean Slate for those that balls up the firmware .Or need to return to service or decide if its hardware/firmware problem .
Backup data first if phone is working .
Boot CWM recovery
Mounts and Storage
Format cache data system sd card .
Remove battery
Boot to download mode
Open Odin
Install correct stock firmware .
Start over with your custom rom root whatever .
Thanks for the tip Jjegan but I can't afford to lose all my apps in the process as I still can't use Titanium Backup. I've already updated to Superuser v3.0.7 but Root Checker still says I do not have proper root access.
I was browsing the OneClick Root thread and I saw someone there with the same problem (Superuser installed but can't use apps that require root access) but was not answered (I went from page 1-39). Spekaing of OneClick Root, would it work? It says it installs Superuser, su and Busybox.
I hope someone can help me with this.
**Also, would reflashing the stock kernel then flashing SpeedMod again solve the problem?
Might sound obvious but anyway: go into su, scroll over to the log and check that su hasn't been inadvertently blocked.
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No use. My log is empty plus I set the automatic response to Allow. Still nothing.
Should I just reflash the original kernel, clear all data then reflash Speedmod?
I'm running stock firmware btw.
I ran S2 Root and it says my device already has PERM ROOT. I'm getting confused...
Try fixing permissions, if that doesn't work try flashing a CF kernel or the original one. If all else fails you might have to bite the bullet and follow the advice above and start with a clean slate.
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I just read somewhere that there no working root for XXKL1, I'm on XXKL1. Is this true? If it is then I guess we have our problem..
Jiggeroo said:
I just read somewhere that there no working root for XXKL1, I'm on XXKL1. Is this true? If it is then I guess we have our problem..
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Did you try the KL1 cwm and root ???
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
jje
Ok I got it. XXKL1 can't get root access (I bought the phone from someone so I didn't know this before). I went ahead and flashed CheckRom v6 and everything worked! Superuser, root, etc.. everything! Good thing I kept on reading. Anyways, thanks for the replies guys!
Speedmod will make you lose root. Root again and flash a kernel like redpill or siyah.
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Alright, you probably get this so I apologise.
I have just received a new SGS2. First thing to do? Root it of course!
I have nothing meaningful on the device, about 8 texts, a few apps that haven't got much on it etc..
So I used Odin3 to put the XWLA4 insecure kernel, as I'm sure my phone said something along the lines of XWL-- so i grabbed the nearest-looking insecure kernel.
Now I'm stuck with the yellow icon upon boot. I can get back into 'Download Mode'.
Should I reflash the kernel or is there a secure one or an alternative one I can install that will get me up and running?
Bump.. I don't like bumping but this is important and I really need some help from ANYONE that knows how to deal with this kind of problem!
Here is a thread with stock roms and kernels with instructions to install...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
u can then use this guide to root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
or use recovery to install this lp4 with root
http://wanamlite.com/2012/04/03/romcwmxwlp4-android-4-0-3-odexed-deodexed-stock/
umermajeed said:
Here is a thread with stock roms and kernels with instructions to install...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
u can then use this guide to root
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
or use recovery to install this lp4 with root
http://wanamlite.com/2012/04/03/romcwmxwlp4-android-4-0-3-odexed-deodexed-stock/
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Thanks for your response. I have since tried to install an original kernel and I still get stuck on the bootscreen. Still able to get into Download Mode though, so it's not all bad.
Xwla4 is GB, you probably used ICS cfroot kernel. Xwlp* is ICS
Go to recovery, and wipe data cache. And flash the stock la4 kernel using Odin. This should bring you back to normal.
Otherwise you have to flash whole stock ROM
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just go to chain fire link and install chain fire kernel.that is the best I can tell or go for speed Mod kernel.they both worked well for me
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Fixed!! I installed the XXLP6 original kernel and I've got the phone to boot, which is excellent.
First of all, I like to say Thank you to the author for this brilliant guide.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746794
I’ve always wanted to root my phone primarily to make backups and being able to freeze/uninstall bloatware that came with the stock rom is a treat. Anyway to cut to the chase I used method 1 as suggested and now I’m a proud owner of a rooted galaxy s2.
I have a few questions I’ve been searching all over the place on this forum and elsewhere on the internet I was wondering if someone can shed some light. I’m sorry if these questions or similar have already been posted in the forum.
Previously, I have tried a method where you need to flash an insure kernel, root with Samsung Quick Root (aka S2 root), and flash back to stock/secure kernel (optional). Now if I wanted to use ROM Manager to flash CWM recovery it simply wouldn’t do it, even if I try to run the package (update.zip) from stock recovery. Maybe it’s to do with the stock kernel? I really don’t know maybe someone can explain. So the problem is if I can’t boot into CWM recovery, I can’t really backup my phone until I come across this guide. As noted from this guide, so now I can boot the phone to stock recovery, from here apply update from external sdcard to obtain a temporary flash of CWM recovery. Great!
Q. Is this how you backup the entire phone with CWM recovery?
Q. Is root needed to run CWM recovery in order to backup phone?
I’m asking this because I have managed to create a backup before I rooted my phone using method 1. Unless of course the backup created will not restore the phone entirely or simply not work at all. Or the other thing I can suggest is root still exist from my previous attempt but I doubt it as I’ve since flashed back to stock rom via odin.
I noticed with this method CWM is not installed, you need to access it through stock recovery and apply package from external sdcard which is fine by me. If I wanted to install a custom ROM, e.g. MIUI, do I install it via CWM recovery? Sorry all this business with root is still very new to me.
Q. Can I download and use ROM Manager if I wanted to or not required?
Q. As the stock kernel is untouched, will I be able to boot straight into CWM recovery from ROM Manager, without having to go through the apply update from sdcard?
Q. Using Titanium backup, why does SuperSU not on the list?
Thank you
Firstly, you should have used CF-Root as it is just a modified version of your stock kernel to grant to you Root and CWM.
Yes, root is required for CWM to work.
Yes, CWM is used to fully back up your phone.
Don't use ROM Manager with CWM or you'll have a bad day.
No idea why SuperSU isn't appearing. Does it matter?
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I know you said earlier you wanted minimal involvement with rooting, but I strongly suggest popping a rom on your phone. Try out cm9 and if you don't like it you can always flash back.
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themadba said:
Firstly, you should have used CF-Root as it is just a modified version of your stock kernel to grant to you Root and CWM.
Yes, root is required for CWM to work.
Yes, CWM is used to fully back up your phone.
Don't use ROM Manager with CWM or you'll have a bad day.
No idea why SuperSU isn't appearing. Does it matter?
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Just think about this: why would you need root in your current ROM to run clockwork mod RECOVERY?
Whatever recovery you are using (3e, Clockwork, Amon-Ra, RAZR, it doesn't matter) will work completely whether you have root or not.
Thanks for your reply. There are many ways to root. I guess each method will have its advantage(s) and disadvantage(s). Please could you explain why CF-Root is better? And if I want to use CF-Root now, can I still Un-root (method 1) and root again with CF-Root?
What happens if I want to un-root and return to my stock kernel? Can I do that after applying CF-Root? And lastly, would it be all right to run your phone long term with an insecure kernel? BTW, what exactly is an insecure kernel?
Oh, if root is required for CWM to work, why was I able to create a backup without root in the first place? Just curious!
I will most probably try out various custom roms out there just taking things a step at a time.
Thank you again
JL100 said:
Thanks for your reply. There are many ways to root. I guess each method will have its advantage(s) and disadvantage(s). Please could you explain why CF-Root is better? And if I want to use CF-Root now, can I still Un-root (method 1) and root again with CF-Root?
What happens if I want to un-root and return to my stock kernel? Can I do that after applying CF-Root? And lastly, would it be all right to run your phone long term with an insecure kernel? BTW, what exactly is an insecure kernel?
Oh, if root is required for CWM to work, why was I able to create a backup without root in the first place? Just curious!
I will most probably try out various custom roms out there just taking things a step at a time.
Thank you again
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CF-Root is better because it is ridiculously easy. Flash kernel via Odin. Done.
To unroot you flash an official firmware image also via Odin and it will erase all non-standard content from your phone.
To confirm: whatever recovery you are using is not interested in whether you have root permissions in your rom. Its functions do not encounter them at all.
alc027 said:
CF-Root is better because it is ridiculously easy. Flash kernel via Odin. Done.
To unroot you flash an official firmware image also via Odin and it will erase all non-standard content from your phone.
To confirm: whatever recovery you are using is not interested in whether you have root permissions in your rom. Its functions do not encounter them at all.
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Thank you alc027 for your reply. I guess the one thing with CF-Root is you’re stuck with an insecure kernel. Flashing an official image will revert to stock but root will be lost and you’ll have to reinstall everything from scratch even if you have Titanium Backup its purpose is defeated. Unless of course like you said CWM doesn’t require root to run and a backup was created with all my apps installed I could restore it to point of the backup just like an image backup for your PC. Thank you for your help. Much appreciated.
JL100 said:
Thank you alc027 for your reply. I guess the one thing with CF-Root is you’re stuck with an insecure kernel. Flashing an official image will revert to stock but root will be lost and you’ll have to reinstall everything from scratch even if you have Titanium Backup its purpose is defeated. Unless of course like you said CWM doesn’t require root to run and a backup was created with all my apps installed I could restore it to point of the backup just like an image backup for your PC. Thank you for your help. Much appreciated.
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I don't know whether that's true. I think the insecure kernel is only insecure in that it will allow injection of the su binary via super one click. Whether CF-Root is insecure or not really doesn't matter to anything. For that matter why are you concerned about being left on the insecure kernel?
alc027 said:
I don't know whether that's true. I think the insecure kernel is only insecure in that it will allow injection of the su binary via super one click. Whether CF-Root is insecure or not really doesn't matter to anything. For that matter why are you concerned about being left on the insecure kernel?
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Actually I’m not really concerned, I guess I’m just curious and want to know the main difference between secure and insecure kernels. I suppose you’re right it doesn’t really matter if it’s left on the insecure kernel. I mean unless I’m selling the phone in which case I’ll probably have to flash to stock rom anyway.
With regards to nandroid backup, I’ve read from this guide that it’s important to backup the EFS folder.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1592104
Well is this particular folder backed up when using CWM to backup phone? Incidentally, does CWM backup EVERYTHING other than the external SD card?
Thanks again in advance
Insecure kernel allows adb access from usb, that's it.
If you do not use cwm manager, bundled with cf root, then you do not need cf root to root. Better stick to the method with cwm: no yellow triangle and no counter increase, busybox is installed and kernel untouched. These are advantages over cf root for who needs them
That way, every one is satisfied
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Phil3759 said:
Insecure kernel allows adb access from usb, that's it.
If you do not use cwm manager, bundled with cf root, then you do not need cf root to root. Better stick to the method with cwm: no yellow triangle and no counter increase, busybox is installed and kernel untouched. These are advantages over cf root for who needs them
That way, every one is satisfied
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Thanks for the info Phil3759. I haven't properly tried ROM Manager. Is it a good idea to use rom manager or in this case cwm manager that comes with cf-root to flash different roms? If I'm not mistaken flashing to other roms can be achieved via cwm recovery is this correct?
JL100 said:
Thanks for the info Phil3759. I haven't properly tried ROM Manager. Is it a good idea to use rom manager or in this case cwm manager that comes with cf-root to flash different roms? If I'm not mistaken flashing to other roms can be achieved via cwm recovery is this correct?
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Better go with cf root cwm manager in that case. Rom manager is often buggy
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themadba said:
Firstly, you should have used CF-Root as it is just a modified version of your stock kernel to grant to you Root and CWM.
Yes, root is required for CWM to work.
Yes, CWM is used to fully back up your phone.
Don't use ROM Manager with CWM or you'll have a bad day.
No idea why SuperSU isn't appearing. Does it matter?
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need custom rom for qmobile linq l10
Hi,
Im kind of new to this, so i need some help. I have googled all this stuff but it still makes no sense.
So, im trying to root my galaxy s2. I've done everything according to instructions.
Im running on ICS 4.03 and my kernel version is
3.0.15-I9100XWLP7-CL340913
[email protected] #3
Baseband:
I9100XXLPS
I have downloaded the file CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5.tar , as it is supposed to be the one I need to use with odin.
I have installed Kies and drivers for the phone.
I fire up download mode, and do everything correctly in Odin with the file stated above. Then when I try to use SuperOneClick and click root, the problems start;
First it says that automatic version detection failed, is my OS version newer than 2.0?
-> So i hit yes.
Then the next window pops, and states that my phone has already been rooted. do i still want to root anyway? i hit no, so it stops.
if i hit yes, it starts to root ite, which i have tried 3 times and the longest I tried it took 90 minutes, so i gave up.
Then i try to execute some commands with terminal or titanium backup, and nothing actually works. I see superuser and CWM in my apps though.
What am i doing wrong?
thanks in advance.
After flashing CF-Root there is no need to use SOC, because CF-Root is already rooted. :silly:
przemcio510 said:
After flashing CF-Root there is no need to use SOC, because CF-Root is already rooted. :silly:
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Ok, but when i try i.e. titaniumbackup it says that im not rooted?
and my kernel in the setting is the one that i stated.
Can i install a custom rom now or can i not?
Get SuperSU from Google Play, should help you.
If not, flash other kernel like Siyah/Dorimanx or whatever.
przemcio510 said:
Get SuperSU from Google Play, should help you.
If not, flash other kernel like Siyah/Dorimanx or whatever.
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Ok, but can I install any rom for i9100 I want regardles of my kernel?
As long as its rooted... right?
Also, the SuperSu says that the SU binary needs to be updated when i open the application. Then it says update failed.
Goddamn i hate this when this happens to me.
Could you even point to me where to download these other kernel and are they safe to install on my device? i don't understand anymore
Yeah. Except certain latest ROMs that use the latest Mali drivers. Siyah doesn't support those yet. And the dorimanx kernel that supports those doesn't support the older JB and all ICS ROMs
Download siyah v4.1.5 from www.gokhanmoral.com
Use the tar version if your installing via Odin and the zip version if via CWM recovery.
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OK,
So i installed siyah with odin. Superoneclick says still that i am rooted so i cant root.
In the phone nothing that should work (titanium, superSU,) is working.
So it is not really rooted.
What the F am i doing wrong guys?
przemcio510 said:
Get SuperSU from Google Play, should help you.
If not, flash other kernel like Siyah/Dorimanx or whatever.
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I agree with Siyah, been using it since 2011 without issue
Try rooting using the method by rachmat3 thats in my sig.
Then flash the siyah kernel if you want.
Do it all through recovery/cwm if you want.
theunderling said:
Try rooting using the method by rachmat3 thats in my sig.
Then flash the siyah kernel if you want.
Do it all through recovery/cwm if you want.
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I have Siyah up and running now, still not rooted.
Don't own an SDcard, is this the only way?
Hi,
Got an SD card, and im now rooted!
Thank you very very much for the help!
Now for the rom...
Bye!
davidenkko said:
Hi,
Got an SD card, and im now rooted!
Thank you very very much for the help!
Now for the rom...
Bye!
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Do a nand backup and efs backup also before you muck things up.
I just updated my S3 to Jellybean (flashed stock Optus 4.1.2 rom from Samfirmware with Odin). I know it's normal for root access to be disabled when new firmware is installed, the problem is, I can't seem to re-root it. I flashed Cf-root with Odin but I still don't have root access, it didn't take for some reason. Any idea what's causing this? I'm using Siyah Kernel if that's relevant.
kilgorcalrizian said:
I just updated my S3 to Jellybean (flashed stock Optus 4.1.2 rom from Samfirmware with Odin). I know it's normal for root access to be disabled when new firmware is installed, the problem is, I can't seem to re-root it. I flashed Cf-root with Odin but, I still don't have root access, it didn't take for some reason. Any idea what's causing this? I'm using Siyah Kernel if that's relevant.
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what is optus? try to flash cf-root or cf-autoroot again, sometimes takes a few times I heard.
chrismast said:
what is optus? try to flash cf-root or cf-autoroot again, sometimes takes a few times I heard.
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Thank for the quick reply. Optus is the name of my carrier. I just flashed CF-Root v6.4 two more times and it's still not working.
Just tried flashing an earlier version (6.3). That didn't work either
siyah already includes root.
CF-Root is another (stock-ish) kernel so you kick Siyah out with it.
Flash Siyah, go in stweaks fully to the right and press the "root" button, it will try to re-root on next boot
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d4fseeker said:
siyah already includes root.
CF-Root is another (stock-ish) kernel so you kick Siyah out with it.
Flash Siyah, go in stweaks fully to the right and press the "root" button, it will try to re-root on next boot
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Thanks for the info, I actually thought that was the case at first which is why I installed Siyah before cf-root. The things is, After flashing Siyah, I didn't have root access and I couldn't open Stweaks because of that (I got the message 'no root access or timeout') which is why I was trying to flash cf-root. Maybe Siyah didn't flash properly because Stweaks wasn't installed, I had to download it from the market. It sounds like you're saying I have to change something with Stweaks in order to get root access after flashing Siyah (I don't remember having to do that last time), how can this be the case if I need to be rooted to use Stweaks at all? I'll try flashing Siayh again anyway and see what happens.
I just flashed Siyah (v1.8.9) again and I still don't have root access and I still can't open Stweaks ("No root access, or timeout!"). I'm pretty sure Siyah installed properly because it shows up in the 'about device' settings.
EDIT: Just tried flashing an older version of Siyah (v1.8.6), still no root.
which firmware did you upgrade? XXEMA2?
deniz2051 said:
which firmware did you upgrade? XXEMA2?
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Yep, that's the one.
After you flash CF via odin can you try to go recovery? and then flash again via Odin.I had faced with this on XXELL5 I did like that
deniz2051 said:
After you flash CF via odin can you try to go recovery? and then flash again via Odin.I had faced with this on XXELL5 I did like that
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Thanks for replying. Is there anything in particular that I need to do in recovery? Or do I just need to boot into recovery, reboot and reflash. Also, can I do this with Siyah instead of CF-Root? Because I'm able to boot into CWM with Siyah already and I thought we established that I don't need CF-Root....
When I try to root It was like your problem and when I jump to recovery(stock) I saw some red posts and It reboot automaticly.Then I reflashed CF it was succesfull.
deniz2051 said:
When I try to root It was like your problem and when I jump to recovery(stock) I saw some red posts and It reboot automaticly.Then I reflashed CF it was succesfull.
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I flashed CF-Root again, then booted into recovery, I still seem to have cwm, not stock recovery with red text as you described. I rebooted from recovery and flashed CF-Root again as you suggested but it's still not working. Thanks anyway. Does anyone have any other ideas?
EDIT: Nevermind, I installed SupurSU from the market and it's working now
I had the same problem after updating to JB. I rerooted using CF Auto root. I'm with virgin mobile
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