[Q] How do I root my Kernel version? (BOLPD) - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey guys,
How do I root my galaxy s2 with BOLPD Kernel. I can't find any insecure BOLPD Kernels. I've rooted with another kernel yesterday, but it was basicly messed up. Anybody suggestions?
It's the Netherlands version.
It's T-Mobile NL Branded. It is the i9100 version, but with some boot and down animations.
Anybody?

Chainfire said:
Help! Which file do I use ?
Listen closely, for I will say zis only once!
Go to Settings -> About phone -> Kernel Version. Note the string present there:
2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG1-CL349526
What matters most (KG1) in this case, is in bold. Try to find the matching file under downloads:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
The XX and OXA identifiers are not that important. Usually a "KG1" kernel is a "KG1" kernel, and that is that. Sometimes (pretty rare) it happens there will be multiple different kernels with the same name in different firmwares, that are actually different. If this happens, they are usually only very minor changes and you should expect them to still be fully compatible. I include the "XX" and "OXA" identifiers so the very advanced users can deduce from which full firmware I have taken the kernel file.
Don't worry too much, just find the matching download and use it. What if there is no matching download ? You can ask me to make one, but I can tell you right now, I very very rarely make CF-Root's for kernels on request, unless it is the very latest kernel that has been released by Samsung. In the latter case, be sure to let me know. If there's no match and I'm not making one, try finding the closest match. You should treat "KG1" as a number, but instead of 1-9, we have 1-9, A-Z (where A would be 10, and Z would be 35). "KG2" is really close to "KG1", "KF1" is not close to "KG1" at all. I hope that makes sense.
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In other words, probably LPC.

Use the new root method for ics
With out insecure kernels...

atifsh said:
Use the new root method for ics
With out insecure kernels...
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And that is?

atifsh said:
Use the new root method for ics
With out insecure kernels...
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which is that new method??
most of the people are rooting their phone for the purpose of flashing Custom ROMS, when they use any method other than rooting custom kernel they wont get CWM, so their next question will be posted How can I install CWM? therefore the best method to suggest for rooting is flashing custom Kernel.
If CF-root is not available for the perticual firmware, there are many other rooting kernels are available for ICS like Siyah, Speedmod etc..regardles of the firmware version number. better to recommend them instead of others....

ZACQ8 said:
which is that new method??
most of the people are rooting their phone is for the purpose of flashing Custom ROMS, when they use any method other than rooting custom kernel they wont get CWM, so their next question will be posted How can I install CWM? therefore the best method to suggest for rooting is flashing custom Kernel.
If CF-root is not available for the perticual firmware, there are many other rooting kernels are available for ICS like Siyah, Speedmod etc..regardles of the firmware version number. better to recommend them instead of others....
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Thanks, You've helped alot. Which kernel should I use? I want something with everything stock, but only root.

Mehmet32 said:
Thanks, You've helped alot. Which kernel should I use? I want something with everything stock, but only root.
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Re-read oinkylicious' post above...

Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Instructions as per the post above.
jje

Mehmet32 said:
Thanks, You've helped alot. Which kernel should I use? I want something with everything stock, but only root.
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my suggetion was for those who need CWM, for further flashing options...
You can use other rooting method too...
this is the ODIN flashable siyah Kernel, which will give you rooting as well as CWM.
http://www.gokhanmoral.com/public/files/siyahkernel/v3.0/Siyah-v3.1.2.tar

oinkylicious said:
In other words, probably LPC.
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Hey, I can't really find it. I will provide you the informations:
Modelnumber:
GT-i9100
Android-Version
4.0.3
Baseband-Version
I9100BOLP5
KernelVersion
[email protected] #3
BuildNumber
IMP74k.BOLPD

You would be better off not rooting but learning the basics first save bricking your phone .
Open link scroll to ICS builds locate LPC follow instructions flash via Odin .
CF-Root-SGS2_BU_VOD_LPC-v5.4-CWM5.zip
jje

You hand it to em on a plate/spell it right out (slowly) & some of em still can't find the right kernel Would hate to be your phone right about now.

JJEgan said:
You would be better off not rooting but learning the basics first save bricking your phone .
Open link scroll to ICS builds locate LPC follow instructions flash via Odin .
CF-Root-SGS2_BU_VOD_LPC-v5.4-CWM5.zip
jje
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Hey thanks, I already know the basics of Odin and stuff like that. Yesterday I flashed the wrong kernel so I had to restore it from Odin with the official firmware.so basically I have to flash the file you have me? Thank you.

Mehmet32 said:
Hey thanks, I already know the basics of Odin and stuff like that. Yesterday I flashed the wrong kernel so I had to restore it from Odin with the official firmware.so basically I have to flash the file you have me? Thank you.
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Depends on which official firmware you used to restore... Again, re-read oinkylicious' post.

ctomgee said:
Depends on which official firmware you used to restore... Again, re-read oinkylicious' post.
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I did that already. The Problem is I can't find the same kernel version. So here is my device information again.
Modelnumber:GT-i9100
Android-Version4.0.3
Baseband-VersionI9100BOLP5
[email protected] #3
BuildNumberIMP74k.BOLPD
I've restored on the same firmware again

Mehmet32 said:
I did that already. The Problem is I can't find the same kernel version. So here is my device information again.
Modelnumber:GT-i9100
Android-Version4.0.3
Baseband-VersionI9100BOLP5
[email protected] #3
BuildNumberIMP74k.BOLPD
I've restored on the same firmware again
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So you re-read everything except the part that said "probably LPC", I guess...

ctomgee said:
So you re-read everything except the part that said "probably LPC", I guess...
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Yes, what does that exactly mean. Very noobish question for you, but yeah...

Mehmet32 said:
Yes, what does that exactly mean. Very noobish question for you, but yeah...
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Sigh... Then yes, you should be able to use the file jjegan linked for you above.

Mehmet32 said:
Yes, what does that exactly mean. Very noobish question for you, but yeah...
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Since you already did read and did understand nothing, dont forget JJE link to unzip to get a TAR file to flash from ODIN

ZACQ8 said:
which is that new method??
most of the people are rooting their phone for the purpose of flashing Custom ROMS, when they use any method other than rooting custom kernel they wont get CWM, so their next question will be posted How can I install CWM? therefore the best method to suggest for rooting is flashing custom Kernel.
If CF-root is not available for the perticual firmware, there are many other rooting kernels are available for ICS like Siyah, Speedmod etc..regardles of the firmware version number. better to recommend them instead of others....
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This new method
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
He was failing to understand/find the Cf root, this is the simplest method.
Plus yes it don't give you the cwm manager or cwm, but you can always use the stock recovery and choose that same cwm to get cwm and flash your ROM.
Plus no triangle and no counter.

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[Q] Choosing CF-root kernal for rooting.

I want to root my phone. I have been reading alot of tutorials and posts made here in the forum. Now I think I know enough to root the phone. I am just confused about one little thing; can I flash any cf-root kernal to my phone or I need specific. Help me in choosing the kernal from Hellcat's one.
I downloaded XXKI4 from Hellcat's page but I am not sure. Which CF-root kernal should I flash?
This is my phone details according to Kies:
PDA: KJ2
PHONE: KI1
CSC: KJ1 (XSG)
2.3.5 (Updates from Kies)
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I had it updated using Kies. I want to know whether I can use any sg2 kernal on my phone or I have to be specific according to my phone details? I think I screwed up big time rooting by installing those updates..
This is the phone status picture taken:
http://imgur.com/0Kybt
cf-root kernel first mate...
First of all, you have to flash a cf-root kernel with odin using a .tar file. Then you can flash the kernel you want, if it is compatible with your rom. Usually, this is said in kernel thread.. Hope this helps!!
pHraiL^ said:
I want to root my phone. I have been reading alot of tutorials and posts made here in the forum. Now I think I know enough to root the phone. I am just confused about one little thing; can I flash any cf-root kernal to my phone or I need specific. Help me in choosing the kernal from Hellcat's one.
I downloaded XXKI4 from Hellcat's page but I am not sure. Which CF-root kernal should I flash?
This is my phone details according to Kies:
I had it updated using Kies. I want to know whether I can use any sg2 kernal on my phone or I have to be specific according to my phone details? I think I screwed up big time rooting by installing those updates..
This is the phone status picture taken:
http://imgur.com/0Kybt
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You should read Chainfire's CF-Root thread and use CF-Root kernel for XWKJ2 in 7. post => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=CF+Root
Good luck !
Flash using the cf-root that matches your stock/current kernel, make a cwm backup, then you can change to whatever Rom you fancy. Me personally i just rooted and removed all the Orange crap and tried a couple of Roms but in the end the phone is that good im happy with rooted stock so restored my backup
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA App
I give up -- I thought I know enough to safely root my phone but it's hard =D. New things keeps coming up..
I just wanted someone to pin point me that this is the cf-root you should be using for your phone details as it is the best for you and with that you can easily install other custom ROMs (I want sensation one) and gain root access ofcourse.
Nevermind, I will keep doing the homework until I crack it up!
ANY help is still appreciated because I have files ready..
pHraiL^ said:
I want to root my phone. I have been reading alot of tutorials and posts made here in the forum. Now I think I know enough to root the phone. I am just confused about one little thing; can I flash any cf-root kernal to my phone or I need specific. Help me in choosing the kernal from Hellcat's one.
I downloaded XXKI4 from Hellcat's page but I am not sure. Which CF-root kernal should I flash?
This is my phone details according to Kies:
I had it updated using Kies. I want to know whether I can use any sg2 kernal on my phone or I have to be specific according to my phone details? I think I screwed up big time rooting by installing those updates..
This is the phone status picture taken:
http://imgur.com/0Kybt
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Hi i read up on rooting my S2 on this website and youtube and i was confident that i could do it, they all made it sound and look easy.
I went ahead and flashed my Kernel (XWKF3) using ODIN 1.85 and it went through process said successful and rebooted as said but soon as the first black screen comes on saying "SAMSUNG GALAXY S2 GTI9100" it just stays on this screen and nothing else happens.
It is therefore Semi-Bricked, i have tried several kernels and firmware and then it totally bricks, thou lucky i bought a usb jig that puts it back into download mode.
My advice is to be 100% sure and do a lot of research before proceeding and if anyone got an idea what i can do to get my phone working again please let me know
If you chose to use Hellcat's Kernel, then you don't need CF-ROOT Kernel.
HellcatDroid said:
Features
Root
Kernel comes "instant rooted", after flashing this kernel your system is completely rooted (su, busybox and the Superuser app).
Nothing more needs to be done, totally newb friendly
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Just download the Kernel that matches your current Kernel version.
To find out what Kernel you are using, Settings -> About
Else you can just go to Dialer, then *#1234#
The PDA version is also your Kernel Version.
Run ODIN, select the hellcat kernel *.tar file under PDA, then start.
DO NOT REPARTITION
DO NOT ERASE EFS
You say PDA version is your kernal version, it means KJ2 is my kernal version. I can't find the match for this kernal on hellcat's page. Though my Baseband version in 'about' shows XXKI4. Since it's matches the kernal on Hellcat's page, I thought this is the kernal version.
So now I have to find a kernal version for my PDA version? And what is the difference between cf-root and the hellcat's kernals?
Thanks.
pHraiL^ said:
You say PDA version is your kernal version, it means KJ2 is my kernal version. I can't find the match for this kernal on hellcat's page. Though my Baseband version in 'about' shows XXKI4. Since it's matches the kernal on Hellcat's page, I thought this is the kernal version.
So now I have to find a kernal version for my PDA version? And what is the difference between cf-root and the hellcat's kernals?
Thanks.
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my advice to you, being a 2 months old newbie myself, is to read for a few days around XDA. you can learn alot and make sure you don't mess things up.
and get yourself a JIG off ebay ASAP. It's like 2 bucks, and it's worth it.
I myself, flashed CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KH1-v4.1-CWM4 on my SII and than plugged JIG to get rid off the yellow triangle. It was easy. For now I'm running like that on stock to get familiar in android cos this new to me (former iPhone user). After a "test/learning" mode I'll probably flash Galnet MIUI.
my version of device is:
android version 2.3.3
baseband version I9100xxkg5
Kernel version 2.6.35.7-I9100jpkh1-cl453266 [email protected]dell140 #2
build number gingerbread.jpkh1
and that's why I flashed the "KH1" version cos I'm still unsure the other "close/similar" versions I can flash on my device.
If there is an exact version of CF-Root for your version flash that one and follow CFs instructions on the first page of his thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399).
hope this helps. If you have any other specific questions ask here and if I now the answer, I'll help.
cheers.
pHraiL^ said:
I give up -- I thought I know enough to safely root my phone but it's hard =D. New things keeps coming up..
I just wanted someone to pin point me that this is the cf-root you should be using for your phone details as it is the best for you and with that you can easily install other custom ROMs (I want sensation one) and gain root access ofcourse.
Nevermind, I will keep doing the homework until I crack it up!
ANY help is still appreciated because I have files ready..
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I have only ever used CF-Root for rooting so I can't comment on Hellcat etc but what I can say is that all the information required for CF-Root is in Chainfire's thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
It specifically states how to find out which file to use at the bottom of the very 1st post.
I was totally new to all this rooting and flashing firmware business until I found the XDA forum and I can only speak from personal experience but I have found that as long as you read, read then read again and follow the instuctions to the absolute letter you shouldn't have any difficulties.
Thanks for the tip man but I can't find cf-root KJ2 for my phone. I tried searching and failed. I'll keep looking.
Ive rooted my phone via odin. Flashed cf root kernel kf1 to remove the yellow triangle. But as i was about to flash the rom using cwm recovery mode, its opening up to a "manual mode", hence i cant flash the roms. Any ideas what might cause this?
I have rooted my SGS2 (xwkg1). I didn't know the first thing about it, and found this forum to be the best of knowledge for playing around with my phone.
If you research enough you will find the right post showing a step by step way to root your phone (so easy) and flash ROMs. I am ready to play the ROM game now..
Follow these steps..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1125414
Just make sure you get the right kernel for your particular phone.
If you want noob steps. Let me know..
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Find your kernels here (Special thanks to Odia)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1101671
I am confused in choosing the kernal for my phone. You see my baseband version shows XXKI4 which matches a kernal back there, it confuses me alot. But my kernal version shows JPKJ2, for which I can't find a kernal. Whole lot of confusion in choosing a matching kernal.. =(
Will GT-I9100_XWKJ2_insecure work for my kernel version JPKJ2?
And I found this kernel too; CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEF_KJ2-v5.0-CWM5.zip
Chainfire said XW and the initial doesn't matters if it's KJ2. But mine's JPKJ2
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It_ler said:
You can use CF-Root kernel for XW_XEF_KJ2 to root your ROM.
Please make a backup before flashing.
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It_ler said:
There are several posts which say that CF-Root kernel XX_KI4 and XW_KI8 will work fine on JPKJ2.
So, use one of them to root your phone as long as Chainfire is absent.
As soon as he posts a CF-Root kernel for KJ2, you can easily flash this kernel over the "older" one.
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Which one now?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19013036&postcount=7
Please take time to read as:
Help! Which file do I use ?
Listen closely, for I will say zis only once!
Go to Settings -> About phone -> Kernel Version. Note the string present there:
2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG1-CL349526
What matters most (KG1) in this case, is in bold. Try to find the matching file under downloads:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
The XX and OXA identifiers are not that important. Usually a "KG1" kernel is a "KG1" kernel, and that is that. Sometimes (pretty rare) it happens there will be multiple different kernels with the same name in different firmwares, that are actually different. If this happens, they are usually only very minor changes and you should expect them to still be fully compatible. I include the "XX" and "OXA" identifiers so the very advanced users can deduce from which full firmware I have taken the kernel file.
Don't worry too much, just find the matching download and use it. What if there is no matching download ? You can ask me to make one, but I can tell you right now, I very very rarely make CF-Root's for kernels on request, unless it is the very latest kernel that has been released by Samsung. In the latter case, be sure to let me know. If there's no match and I'm not making one, try finding the closest match. You should treat "KG1" as a number, but instead of 1-9, we have 1-9, A-Z (where A would be 10, and Z would be 35). "KG2" is really close to "KG1", "KF1" is not close to "KG1" at all. I hope that makes sense.
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Rather than creating a new thread the best option is to post in pre existing thread this provides you get help and if others in same situation can read answer to posts....
On that note thread closed.

[Q] Rooting fail.. HELP!

Honestly.. I am new on andriods phones. As a begginer I take the risk to root it myself followed by this website:
But after I flash it in Odin.. My phone stuck at the boot screen and has a yellow triangle down there. I tried Recovery mode but it won't start the recovery mode. Just download mode.
What should I do!?
I am from Malaysia.. O_O
Are my phone bricked? Bootloops? And I need to do something like firmware?
I would like to flash back if can..
by the way.. I AM PANIC!!!!!!
****of**** said:
Honestly.. I am new on andriods phones. As a begginer I take the risk to root it myself followed by this website:
But after I flash it in Odin.. My phone stuck at the boot screen and has a yellow triangle down there. I tried Recovery mode but it won't start the recovery mode. Just download mode.
What should I do!?
I am from Malaysia.. O_O
Are my phone bricked? Bootloops? And I need to do something like firmware?
I would like to flash back if can..
by the way.. I AM PANIC!!!!!!
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Download the stock firmware for malaysia...(from intratechs thread) Put your phone in download mode.. Simply flash it..hope u know how to flash via odin.. problem solved..
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA Premium App
what kernel or rom did u flash, btw?
Please use the Q&A Forum for questions Thanks
Moving to Q&A
But I can't find any firmware for Malaysia..
What is your Product Code, you might find it on the box.
Need this to find you closest matching CF-Root kernel or official firmware.
eg GT-I9100LKTTHL
poch_1421 said:
what kernel or rom did u flash, btw?
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XWKDD Kernel.. O_O
I am form this.. So now I just need to find the original files and flash it?
then every problems solve?
UpInTheAir said:
What is your Product Code, you might find it on the box.
Need this to find you closest matching CF-Root kernel or official firmware.
eg GT-I9100LKTTHL
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GT-i9100G.. Is it from the back of the box? Or in it?
If you have an I9100G, you'll need an I9100G kernel. You can find stock ones in Odia's thread: [KERNEL] Insecure Kernels for use with rooting, i.e. GT-I9100G_DZKI1_original and GT-I9100G_ZCKHI4_original. Don't flash an I9100G kernel unless you're absolutely sure yours is I9100G though.
UpInTheAir said:
What is your Product Code, you might find it on the box.
Need this to find you closest matching CF-Root kernel or official firmware.
eg GT-I9100LKTTHL
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I think it's i9100GGSMH
****of**** said:
I think it's i9100GGSMH
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Yes, If you really have a "G", best you check out the previous posters link to the "G" specific thread.
Sorry, can't help you any more than that as not 100% familiar with your model. Don't want to make things worse . G requires different firmware than than the International or T versions that I have.
Best of luck.
oinkylicious said:
If you have an I9100G, you'll need an I9100G kernel. You can find stock ones in Odia's thread: [KERNEL] Insecure Kernels for use with rooting, i.e. GT-I9100G_DZKI1_original and GT-I9100G_ZCKHI4_original. Don't flash an I9100G kernel unless you're absolutely sure yours is I9100G though.
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Can Malaysia use it? O_O
UpInTheAir said:
Yes, If you really have a "G", best you check out the previous posters link to the "G" specific thread.
Sorry, can't help you any more than that as not 100% familiar with your model. Don't want to make things worse . G requires different firmware than than the International or T versions that I have.
Best of luck.
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Thanks to you too. D

[Q] The way you root your phone

HI everyone,
In order to root my phone, i would like to see which method of rooting is better.
After searching in the forum,i found out many ways to root my phone
such as flashing an insecure kernel(siyah)
and using thishttp://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
i would like to see the pros and cons of these method,and the way you guys root your phone and the reason.
Assuming you have an I9100 or an I9100T (check the sticker under the battery), CFRoot. So simple even a poorly trained chimpanzee can do it in under 3 minutes (which speaks volumes about the people we get on here who can't manage to do this without having their hand held), installs CWM.
If you don't have an I9100/T; don't know/don't care.
Edit to add - Probably should have posted this in Q&A given it's a question. Besides, you're more likely to get replies in Q&A.
CF-Root very simple with ODIN
or
flash a ROM, many of them come with Root permissions already
Its a question of reading up the methods and the basics .
First to read is XDA rules and dont post questions here .
jje
actually,i would like to flash siyah kernel with resurrection rom after root.
Is it a good choice to me that simply flash siyah kernel for rooting?
U want everything laid in front of u lazy bones.Google and u will find answers like everyone did.AND read those rules......!!!
Sent from my SGS2
kennethb925 said:
actually,i would like to flash siyah kernel with resurrection rom after root.
Is it a good choice to me that simply flash siyah kernel for rooting?
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Suggestion is first to read the stickies .
Second flash CWM and root via .
Root + CWM .read the instructions and faq in the post .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Make a nandroid backup .
Choose your rom read the rom thread and follow the rom install instructions .
jje
thank you for the suggestion,
however,i can't find my kernel version which is LPG in the thread,
which kernel should i download? or should i use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719 method?
kennethb925 said:
thank you for the suggestion,
however,i can't find my kernel version which is LPG in the thread,
which kernel should i download? or should i use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719 method?
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See my post above pay attention to read the instructions in full this bit in your case .
Help! Which file do I use ?
Listen closely, for I will say zis only once!
Go to Settings -> About phone -> Kernel Version. Note the string present there:
2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG1-CL349526
What matters most (KG1) in this case, is in bold. Try to find the matching file under downloads:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
The XX and OXA identifiers are not that important. Usually a "KG1" kernel is a "KG1" kernel, and that is that. Sometimes (pretty rare) it happens there will be multiple different kernels with the same name in different firmwares, that are actually different. If this happens, they are usually only very minor changes and you should expect them to still be fully compatible. I include the "XX" and "OXA" identifiers so the very advanced users can deduce from which full firmware I have taken the kernel file.
Don't worry too much, just find the matching download and use it. What if there is no matching download ? You can ask me to make one, but I can tell you right now, I very very rarely make CF-Root's for kernels on request, unless it is the very latest kernel that has been released by Samsung. In the latter case, be sure to let me know. If there's no match and I'm not making one, try finding the closest match. You should treat "KG1" as a number, but instead of 1-9, we have 1-9, A-Z (where A would be 10, and Z would be 35). "KG2" is really close to "KG1", "KF1" is not close to "KG1" at all. I hope that makes sense.
jje
kennethb925 said:
thank you for the suggestion,
however,i can't find my kernel version which is LPG in the thread,
which kernel should i download? or should i use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719 method?
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Yes use it it works fine
thank you you guys!!

Need help rooting a weird kernel

I am trying to root a SGS2, i am not sure what kernel to use, my current kernel version is XWLPD-CL524746 [email protected] 154 #3
What I want is clockworkrecovery in order to install a MIUI rom.
this guide states the following:
To work out which version you need go into Settings --> About Phone in your Galaxy S II, and scroll down to where it says "Kernel version". You will see a string something like this: 2.6.35.7-I9100XXKI3-CL571576. The yellow bit after the XX is what you're looking for.
My current kernel does not correspond to this.. what to do?
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Just flash back to stock firmware...u can find it in xda...just keep searching
narsimdamha said:
Just flash back to stock firmware...
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Uhm got a link? Do I flash to stock kernel then therafter to a cf-root based kernel?
sry about the n00b questions.
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just get back to stock 1st...then is up to u
"search more u gain more info+skill"
"THANK BUTTON WONT BITE"
sohn said:
I am trying to root a SGS2, i am not sure what kernel to use, my current kernel version is XWLPD-CL524746 [email protected] 154 #3
What I want is clockworkrecovery in order to install a MIUI rom.
this guide states the following:
To work out which version you need go into Settings --> About Phone in your Galaxy S II, and scroll down to where it says "Kernel version". You will see a string something like this: 2.6.35.7-I9100XXKI3-CL571576. The yellow bit after the XX is what you're looking for.
My current kernel does not correspond to this.. what to do?
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You better take the 'original' guide for CF-Root. Pay special attention to the section titled Help! Which file do I use ?.
narsimdamha said:
just get back to stock 1st...then is up to u
"search more u gain more info+skill"
"THANK BUTTON WONT BITE"
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i am not sure what the stock rom used to be, i got the phone with the XWLPD-CL524746 [email protected] 154 #3 kernel, I dont want to brick my phone flashing some random kernel...
sohn said:
i am not sure what the stock rom used to be, i got the phone with the XWLPD-CL524746 [email protected] 154 #3 kernel, I dont want to brick my phone flashing some random kernel...
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Look here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13712988
You will find your stock ROM and kernel for XWLPD. Flash them. Now, you can use cf_root lpd to get cwm and root or siyah kernel or a temporary cwm, it is your choice
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Phil3759 said:
Look here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=13712988
You will find your stock ROM and kernel for XWLPD. Flash them. Now, you can use cf_root lpd to get cwm and root or siyah kernel or a temporary cwm, it is your choice
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Thanks, do I just install the "NEE (nordic) XWLPD" tar.md5 with odin? does this include both rom as well as kernel? sry, I need to be certain..
sohn said:
Thanks, do I just install the "NEE (nordic) XWLPD" tar.md5 with odin? does this include both rom as well as kernel? sry, I need to be certain..
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You have full rom (incl kernel) or only kernel
Nordic is fine
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Software Update screwed up CWM

Hi Guys,
Now, I'm not the least bit knowledgeable about rooting, mods, or ROMs, or even what they are. All I know is that the two bottom vibrating keys don't work after I had to reinstall a new screen.So I got the Virtual-Button bar, and ended up rooting my I9300 with CWM and SuperSU and Odin.
It's been working great for a few months. Now here's the problem.
I got a software update today, and I didn't even think about it before downloading it. Then when it rebooted, here is what it says.
Virtual Button Bar: Unable to execute as root
CWM: This version of CWM Manager should be used with CF-Root v.5.0 or newer. It apperas you are running a different kernel. Various features have been disabled. (Current kernel unknown)
SuperSU: has no apps configured, but I have no way of configuring any apps because I dont have the "right-click" touch-button....
Any ideas on what to do??? I need to either unroot and re-root or find a way to fix it....
Thank you so much!
Sounds like you've lost root access. If so, you can try flashing siyah kernel through odin. This kernel has a handy root/unroot option. Also once its flashed, it auto roots your phone. let me know if this works.
Just FYI: this probably happened because the software update flashed the stock kernel which would have unrooted your phone. Flashing siyah should fix your problem
kart_y_26 said:
Sounds like you've lost root access. If so, you can try flashing siyah kernel through odin. This kernel has a handy root/unroot option. Also once its flashed, it auto roots your phone. let me know if this works.
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could you send me a link to the siyah kernel? and like maybe a step-by-step,nothing fancy. I'm kinda like freaking out ahah
kart_y_26 said:
Sounds like you've lost root access. If so, you can try flashing siyah kernel through odin. This kernel has a handy root/unroot option. Also once its flashed, it auto roots your phone. let me know if this works.
Just FYI: this probably happened because the software update flashed the stock kernel which would have unrooted your phone. Flashing siyah should fix your problem
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my device status still says "modified"
I'm just trying to do the emergy firmware recovery through Kies. You think that should fix everything?and then I can start from scratch.
melemed said:
could you send me a link to the siyah kernel? and like maybe a step-by-step,nothing fancy. I'm kinda like freaking out ahah
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Its actually in the original Android development section of this forum, here's the link to the thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709686
have a read through the first post on how to install the kernel using odin.
kart_y_26 said:
Its actually in the original Android development section of this forum, here's the link to the thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1709686
have a read through the first post on how to install the kernel using odin.
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i read through the first post, where exactly does it say anything about odin? sorry, i'm clueless.
http://galaxys-team.fr/viewtopic.php?t=28516&p=468254
Since my phone came from France, this is the firmware I have now..the new one.
melemed said:
http://galaxys-team.fr/viewtopic.php?t=28516&p=468254
Since my phone came from France, this is the firmware I have now..the new one.
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Sorry about siyah thread i should have been a bit clearer. here's a link to the dev's website http://d-h.st/users/siyah/s3. from here you can download "Siyah-s3-v1.5.3.tar" this is the one that you can use with odin. From here, assuming you already have odin on you computer, you can put your phone in download mode and flash this kernel.
kart_y_26 said:
Sorry about siyah thread i should have been a bit clearer. here's a link to the dev's website http://d-h.st/users/siyah/s3. from here you can download "Siyah-s3-v1.5.3.tar" this is the one that you can use with odin. From here, assuming you already have odin on you computer, you can put your phone in download mode and flash this kernel.
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it stopped at "setup connection"
actually since you've already rooted the phone once before. y not to root the phone the same way? i guessing you rooted the phone by using cf root right?
Your problem is that the OTA update flash the stock recovery and kernel. Just reflash CF Root and it should be ok.
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MisterSkipp said:
Your problem is that the OTA update flash the stock recovery and kernel. Just reflash CF Root and it should be ok.
Envoyé depuis mon GT-I9300 avec Tapatalk
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lol just did that...and it worked! OK, another question. Are there any cool MOD's or ROM's i can get to make my phone cooler, now that it's working again? or any that you would suggest that I can do through Odin? Thank you SO MUCH!
melemed said:
lol just did that...and it worked! OK, another question. Are there any cool MOD's or ROM's i can get to make my phone cooler, now that it's working again? or any that you would suggest that I can do through Odin? Thank you SO MUCH!
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Well if you under clock the kernel it will be cooler .
jje
JJEgan said:
Well if you under clock the kernel it will be cooler .
jje
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I meant like cooler not in the temperature sense.

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