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Will this work?
Currently running AOKP ICS Rom
1. Do a Nandroid Backup
2. Full Wipe/ Factory Reset
3. Wipe Cache/Delvik
4. Load the GB rom
5. Do a Nandroid backup of the GB rom
6. Repeat steps, 2 and 3
7. Load ICS Rom
Will I have problems doing this? Basically I'd like to run a different couple of roms without having to load all my stuff back on them.
Yes it will work, please search before posting this has been said multiple times
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Nick281051 said:
Yes it will work, please search before posting this has been said multiple times
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I did and I didn't see anything.
MattMJB0188 said:
I did and I didn't see anything.
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I know there are threads about it
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There are multiple threads/posts about switching from GB to ICS.
There are also many threads/posts about switching from ICS to GB.
But this is a new thread switching back and forth, LOL
@OP, it will absolutely work if you perform correctly. And in case, it's not, keep reflashing until working.
Actually the thing to do would be:
Current ROM: GB Rom
1. Wipe device/factory wipe
2. wipe cache/delvik
3. Flash ICS Rom
4. Repeat steps 1 and 2
5. Restore ICS Nandroid
I forgot that modems aren't restored via Nandroid backups.
I DO IT ALL THE TIME AND DONT SEEM TO HAVE ANY PROBLEMS BUT WHY WOULD U WANT GINGERBREAD WHEN U CAN HAVE A SANDWHICH MADE OF ICECREAM
ryant100 said:
I DO IT ALL THE TIME AND DONT SEEM TO HAVE ANY PROBLEMS BUT WHY WOULD U WANT GINGERBREAD WHEN U CAN HAVE A SANDWHICH MADE OF ICECREAM
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That sandwich of ice cream sometimes melts lol. Its nice just knowing it can be done. Can I ask how you do it?
MattMJB0188 said:
That sandwich of ice cream sometimes melts lol. Its nice just knowing it can be done. Can I ask how you do it?
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You click restore and it magically restores it just like normal
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ryant100 said:
I DO IT ALL THE TIME AND DONT SEEM TO HAVE ANY PROBLEMS BUT WHY WOULD U WANT GINGERBREAD WHEN U CAN HAVE A SANDWHICH MADE OF ICECREAM
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gingerbread doesn't even taste good.
MattMJB0188 said:
Actually the thing to do would be:
Current ROM: GB Rom
1. Wipe device/factory wipe
2. wipe cache/delvik
3. Flash ICS Rom
4. Repeat steps 1 and 2
5. Restore ICS Nandroid
I forgot that modems aren't restored via Nandroid backups.
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You were on GB ROM, you flashed ICS ROM in step 3 but what step 5 was for?
Why would you restore ICS Nandroid after flashing ICS ROM?
Logical thinking?
a. where does that ICS Nandoid come from?
b. when was it made?
c. restore Nandroid backup? do you understand what that is and what that for?
hey guys,
so after reading the CM9 install guide, looks like I need to flash the stock ICS first. I'm currently using MIUI 2.1.7 which is still gingerbread.
I went to the stock ICS firmwares:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487
But didn't see any North American or Canada firmwares, does it matter if I get the Argentina one, or can anyone direct me to a North American version.
Another question is, after I flash the stock ICS, will I still have my root and CWM?
Thanks,
eclipse
eclipse245 said:
so after reading the CM9 install guide, looks like I need to flash the stock ICS first. I'm currently using MIUI 2.1.7 which is still gingerbread.
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Incorrect, just flash cm9.
I can go from MIUI gingerbread, straight to the latest CM9?
So just follow the flashing instructions I guess, and skip all the other nonsense?
If you're flashing through CWM there is a long and complex process to flashing such a complicated ROM:
Step 1. Factory reset/ wipe cache/ wipe dalvik cache
Step 2. Flash CM9
EDIT: Remember to keep breathing whilst you do it, sometimes I need to focus so intently on the complex process I forget.
One more question, if I wanted to update CM9 via Rom Manager, to a newer nightly, would any data/apps/contacts be lost or reset, or is it just an update?
Nightlies are just an update, no need for a wipe.
eclipse245 said:
One more question, if I wanted to update CM9 via Rom Manager, to a newer nightly, would any data/apps/contacts be lost or reset, or is it just an update?
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Don't use rom manager, I've been hearing bad things about it. Just use cwm recovery. And no data would be lost, just don't data wipe / factory reset in cwm recovery
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Alright cool, worked fine
thanks a lot guys!
After reading over lots and lots of threads, I finally got up the courage to root my phone.
I followed these instructions: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181
I flashed the "Kernel + Modem + Cache + Rooted UCLE5 System Package" using Odin, downloaded Mobile Odin, and then flashed the safe Siyah 4.3.3 kernel w/o mic swap to avoid bricking due to the eMMc bug. Everything seems to be working fine. I have Superuser, Mobile Odin, and CWM Recovery.
My question is what are my ROM choices and how do I go about installing them?
I'f I'm reading the instructions correctly in the thread with the rooting instructions, I only have the three options for kernels in that thread and I MUST use a w/o mic swap version.
On the Siyah thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1592228, the only ROMs listed that work with w/o mic swap Siyah are Criskelo and UCLD3. Are these my only choices for ROM?
Are these the proper files for Criskelo?
Criskelo: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500891&highlight=criskelo
I can't seem to find the files for UCLD3.
To be clear, I was coming from a stock i777 with stock ICS and UCLE5. I'm now running 4.0.3, I777UCLE5, 3.1.0-rc8-Siyah-v4.3.3-nomswap ([email protected]).
Thanks for any help. I've searched and read a ton, but I just can't make sense of it all.
You can use any rom you want. It will come with its own kernel and overwrite the one you have
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Pirateghost said:
You can use any rom you want. It will come with its own kernel and overwrite the one you have
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So this from the the first thread isn't true?
"You must use an ICS kernel, and it must work with Samsung firmware, and be the no-mic-swap version. If you install a Gingerbread kernel the phone will not boot."
Sorry, it's all a bit confusing to me.
dillon_b12 said:
So this from the the first thread isn't true?
"You must use an ICS kernel, and it must work with Samsung firmware, and be the no-mic-swap version. If you install a Gingerbread kernel the phone will not boot."
Sorry, it's all a bit confusing to me.
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Then don't go and mess with your phone if you don't understand what you're doing. The information is not that complicated.
dillon_b12 said:
So this from the the first thread isn't true?
"You must use an ICS kernel, and it must work with Samsung firmware, and be the no-mic-swap version. If you install a Gingerbread kernel the phone will not boot."
Sorry, it's all a bit confusing to me.
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Just do as Pirate says and you will be fine. Dont worry about the kernel because the rom you want will have the appropriate kernel packaged in
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So this from the the first thread isn't true?
"You must use an ICS kernel, and it must work with Samsung firmware, and be the no-mic-swap version. If you install a Gingerbread kernel the phone will not boot."
Sorry, it's all a bit confusing to me.
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it means that if you use an ALTERNATE kernel, which a lot of people like to do, then you must abide by those guidelines. all roms come packaged with a 'recommended' kernel....just flash one and you will see.
Pirateghost said:
it means that if you use an ALTERNATE kernel, which a lot of people like to do, then you must abide by those guidelines. all roms come packaged with a 'recommended' kernel....just flash one and you will see.
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Thanks, that makes much more sense.
Ok, so for this ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2005266
How do I do an EFS backup? I have searched this, but haven't found anything specific to this phone. Just want to make sure I am doing it correctly.
The next step is to do a FULL BACKUP. I did a backup in CWM Recovery. Does that work?
When I move the ROM to my phone, do I take the whole zip file? Is there any particular file(zImage?) I point to when flashing through CWM or is it the whole zip file?
Thanks again for all the help.
I successfully flashed SHOStock2.
Thanks for the help guys.
dillon_b12 said:
Thanks, that makes much more sense.
Ok, so for this ROM: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2005266
How do I do an EFS backup? I have searched this, but haven't found anything specific to this phone. Just want to make sure I am doing it correctly.
Use any EFS Backup App
The next step is to do a FULL BACKUP. I did a backup in CWM Recovery. Does that work?
Yepp that is a Nandroid backup
When I move the ROM to my phone, do I take the whole zip file? Is there any particular file(zImage?) I point to when flashing through CWM or is it the whole zip file?
Nope just keep the whole zip and select it in CWM
Thanks again for all the help.
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I successfully flashed SHOStock2.
Thanks for the help guys.
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Good choice for a first ROM. When you get bored with that Shostock3 is really nice but wait until 1.5 comes out. It has some fixes that will polish it up nicely.
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attsw said:
Good choice for a first ROM. When you get bored with that Shostock3 is really nice but wait until 1.5 comes out. It has some fixes that will polish it up nicely.
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Would going to SHOStock3 require a wipe? I understand that upgrading to new versions of an existing ROM usually does not, but since this is a different ROM it seems like it would require the full wipe.
What is the easiest way to retain as many of my settings, etc... as possible when doing full wipes? I have Titanium Backup already. Is there another program that will help me retain more?
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Would going to SHOStock3 require a wipe? I understand that upgrading to new versions of an existing ROM usually does not, but since this is a different ROM it seems like it would require the full wipe.
What is the easiest way to retain as many of my settings, etc... as possible when doing full wipes? I have Titanium Backup already. Is there another program that will help me retain more?
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Yes on the full wipe before flashing the new ROM.
What else are u trying to retain besides apps and their data? If that's all TiBu is fine
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Yes on the full wipe before flashing the new ROM.
What else are u trying to retain besides apps and their data? If that's all TiBu is fine
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It would be nice if I didn't have setup e-mail everytime, but if I can keep my apps and their data with TiBu, that should be fine.
dillon_b12 said:
It would be nice if I didn't have setup e-mail everytime, but if I can keep my apps and their data with TiBu, that should be fine.
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Once you get accustomed to it, flashing with a full wipe isn't too bad. Make a nandroid backup in case you decide to go back. And I would recommend you buy the full version of titanium back up to get the batch features, and support the developer. It is probably the most important app for those that flash regularly.
I can fully wipe and flash and have everything back up and running the exact same way it was in like 10 minutes. But I like the chance to start fresh
Ok, I purchased a Galaxy Note 2 (Verizon) that is already rooted and is running Jelly Bean's Build 4 by BeansTown106. Love it but want to get the latest and greatest Build 7 on it. I'm a bit confused as to what steps I need to take to do this. I know all the information I need has already been posted and I have been RTFF but I'm kind of lost as to what I have to do FIRST. I mean, it's already rooted so I'm not sure what I need to do first as most of the guides are for stock unrooted phones. I don't know if I have to go back to completely stock or what. Please keep in mind I am new to this regarding ROMs on phones so what may seem obvious to you may not be to me.
Sorry if this has been asked before but I did search and the only thing I found close to my question was from two years ago.
TL;DR
Bought phone already rooted with custom ROM, how do I "upgrade" to the newest version of the ROM?
THANKS!
Download rom, put it on root of sd card, boot into recovery, do a backup of ur current rom, wipe system and cache, install new rom, I wipe cache again and then reboot system. Done.
If you go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2032447 and go down to the bottom of his first post it tells u this. This is for beans 7. Dont matter what rom u currently have.
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Ok, I purchased a Galaxy Note 2 (Verizon) that is already rooted and is running Jelly Bean's Build 4 by BeansTown106. Love it but want to get the latest and greatest Build 7 on it. I'm a bit confused as to what steps I need to take to do this. I know all the information I need has already been posted and I have been RTFF but I'm kind of lost as to what I have to do FIRST. I mean, it's already rooted so I'm not sure what I need to do first as most of the guides are for stock unrooted phones. I don't know if I have to go back to completely stock or what. Please keep in mind I am new to this regarding ROMs on phones so what may seem obvious to you may not be to me.
Sorry if this has been asked before but I did search and the only thing I found close to my question was from two years ago.
TL;DR
Bought phone already rooted with custom ROM, how do I "upgrade" to the newest version of the ROM?
THANKS!
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Are you unlocked?
I was thinking the same thing but hes on beans 4 so he had to be at sometime right?
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Okay so if you're unlocked do what INCREMENTAL said and if you're not unlocked do this:
1)Flash root66 to return to stock rooted.
2)once youre stock rooted follow this steps to unlock bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2118348 and then do what incremental posted.
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I was thinking the same thing but hes on beans 4 so he had to be at sometime right?
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Yes but if beans 4 uses the same install method as beans 1 you only have to flash it with Odin. You dont need unlocked bootloader for that.
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Jos31211 said:
Okay so if you're unlocked do what INCREMENTAL said and if you're not unlocked do this:
1)Flash root66 to return to stock rooted.
2)once youre stock rooted follow this steps to unlock bootloader http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2118348 and then do what incremental posted.
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Yes but if beans 4 uses the same install method as beans 1 you only have to flash it with Odin. You dont need unlocked bootloader for that.
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Ahhh I got ya.
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Thanks!
INCREMENTAL said:
Download rom, put it on root of sd card, boot into recovery, do a backup of ur current rom, wipe system and cache, install new rom, I wipe cache again and then reboot system. Done.
If you go here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2032447 and go down to the bottom of his first post it tells u this. This is for beans 7. Dont matter what rom u currently have.
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Worked great. Thanks.
quick tip
going from one rom to another as in going from Jbeans to Coolrom its mandatory you wipe data,cache, & davlik
going from rom to updated rom as in Jbeans 4 to Jbeans 7 its not necessary to wipe data, (ive never had issues)... might wipe cache and devlik but not data
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probably best to download titanium back up to backup all your apps
thenuke1 said:
quick tip
going from one rom to another as in going from Jbeans to Coolrom its mandatory you wipe data,cache, & davlik
going from rom to updated rom as in Jbeans 4 to Jbeans 7 its not necessary to wipe data, (ive never had issues)... might wipe cache and devlik but not data
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probably best to download titanium back up to backup all your apps
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I wouldn't recommend not wiping unless the dev specifically says not to. Some people may not have problems, but most do and its more work in the end. If you don't wipe don't ask why something isn't working or why it's acting up. Beans thread is full of people asking how to fix problems that are only an issue because they didn't wipe.
Follow up question that I can't seem to find a concrete answer for...I am unlocked, running Beans 6 on VRALJB (never took the OTA) with perseus 31.2. If I want to flash a VRALL4 rom (say beans 7 or Eclipse) do I need to do anything beside the standard of putting the rom on the SD card, wipe data, cache and dalvik cache? In other words, does flashing the ROM upgrade me to the new baseband, or do I have to do that first?
Thanks
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Follow up question that I can't seem to find a concrete answer for...I am unlocked, running Beans 6 on VRALJB (never took the OTA) with perseus 31.2. If I want to flash a VRALL4 rom (say beans 7 or Eclipse) do I need to do anything beside the standard of putting the rom on the SD card, wipe data, cache and dalvik cache? In other words, does flashing the ROM upgrade me to the new baseband, or do I have to do that first?
Thanks
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Updating the baseband is separate from the ROM. Place it on your SD card and install from Recovery.
So I would flash the VRALL4.modem.zip first and then whatever VRALL4 ROM I choose (after wiping, etc). I am guessing after flashing the modem I would NOT reboot before flashing the ROM, correct?
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So I would flash the VRALL4.modem.zip first and then whatever VRALL4 ROM I choose (after wiping, etc). I am guessing after flashing the modem I would NOT reboot before flashing the ROM, correct?
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Try to flash the rom but make sure to have a backup inside your phone just in case it doesnt works, you can take the battery off and plug it back one and then restore the backup. If that doesnt work you can always return to vraljb stock, update and unlock.
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My Titanium Backup wont work with any aosp or aokp roms. What is the reason??
Any way to use it in aosp??
I need my backups!
Rahulrao said:
My Titanium Backup wont work with any aosp or aokp roms. What is the reason??
Any way to use it in aosp??
I need my backups!
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i do not know the answer but i suggest you to change the title a little bit describing the problem so that someone can help you.
Rahulrao said:
My Titanium Backup wont work with any aosp or aokp roms. What is the reason??
Any way to use it in aosp??
I need my backups!
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A few questions;
1. What happens when you try to restore the backup?
2.What ROM are you using now?
3.What ROM were you using when you made the backup?
4.Have you performed a complete wipe since making the backup?
After you answer these i might be able to help you.
tomosh22 said:
A few questions;
1. What happens when you try to restore the backup?
2.What ROM are you using now?
3.What ROM were you using when you made the backup?
4.Have you performed a complete wipe since making the backup?
After you answer these i might be able to help you.
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1. First i found the directory and pressed backup. It din begin only stuck at 0/56 (apps)..
2. Im currently using omega rom
3. Had flashed fusion rom.
4. No wipes.Im a regular flasher and im good at making things work. I tried everything, changed kernel, made a super wipe and installed rom again..still no luck..This happens everytime i install a aosp,aokp rom
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made a super wipe and installed rom again
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Sorry, I'm confused, you said you didn't make a wipe, but then you said you did. Please try to be clearer. Also, Ive never used either of those ROMs so it may be that their file systems are incompatible, see if the backup works on the Fusion ROM. If it does, then they probably are, if it doesn't then the backup may be corrupt.