How do you update your kernel? - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hey all, as asked above how do you update your kernel? I have updated my rom but I have no idea how to update the kernel. I'm on stock (Tmobile)
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The kernel update well already be included in the update if you are talking about a stock update.
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I flashed via odin. I was told in a previous thread that my camera has been messed up due to not having an updated kernel.
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Depending on which kernel you want to flash, some are in .tar and must be flash via Odin. And other in .rar are flashed via CWM. In case you want to flash a custom one.
As dr.mox said, if you want stock kernel, the update comes via the OTA update.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1674286
Kernels and roms .
As said kernel is part of the firmware but you can change a kernel.
jje

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[Q] When we flash to official ROM does our Kernel flash to official too?

Hi Guys,
Recently I rooted and flashed with the custom Kernel on my SGS II. But now decided to go back to the official ROM.
So my question is, when I flash it with official ROM (through ODIN). Will the custom Kernel be replaced by the official Kernel that came with the official ROM?
Thank you in advance to the kind soul that replied.
Yes.
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Yes, if you needs custom kernel again then you have to flash it separately via Odin again.
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If you don't have jig, I suggest to flash to ics first, use triangleaway and then flash back to stock with mobile odin
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Makrilli said:
If you don't have jig, I suggest to flash to ics first, use triangleaway and then flash back to stock with mobile odin
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Repeat their is a danger with Tria\ngle Away do not use unless you have to .As per the devs instructions .
jje
Thanks all for the feedbacks.
But what is it got to do with flashing to ICS.. ICS is not even official ROM, or is it?
HSLimMic said:
Thanks all for the feedbacks.
But what is it got to do with flashing to ICS.. ICS is not even official ROM, or is it?
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No official ics releases yet. They were just suggesting a round about way of getting rid of the triangle by flashing a leaked version of ics then using an app to remove the triangle then use something like CWM or mobile Odin to flash back to a GB Rom.
Like I said long winded process.
Just flash an official firmware. Then flash cfroot kernel for that version of firmware. Then if you want to get rid of the triangle use a USB jig available for a few dollars off eBay.
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[Q] Custom Recovery option for 4.0.4?

Is there any way to get a custom recovery installed on the LQ5 ICS 4.0.4 without flashing a custom kernel?
Related to that, all I'm looking for is a way to make a nandroid backup with restore option, so if there's a third-party way of doing it, I'd appreciate any suggestions.
I've always used CF-Root Kernels, but I just Mobile Odin flashed this ROM and I have stock recovery, so the backup/restore features are gone.
Just flash the latest CF-Root kernel via Odin in the PDA section and you will obtain your custom recovery. No other way for it.
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themadba said:
Just flash the latest CF-Root kernel via Odin in the PDA section and you will obtain your custom recovery. No other way for it.
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From what I can see, that's LPK 5.5, right?
Can I flash it via Mobile Odin?
donalgodon said:
From what I can see, that's LPK 5.5, right?
Can I flash it via Mobile Odin?
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I'll be extra cautious, as what I'm seeing here is it might have the emmc brick bug in kernel.
So what ever you do do not wipe using stock recovery.
I'm using the save ROM and loving it. But will wait for any more news.
Though I have wiped multiple times using the dial code.
Yes I believe you just flash the latest CF-Root either via Mobile Odin or normal Odin. As atifsh said, don't wipe anything in the stock recovery as the MMC_CAP_ERASE seems to still be present and will eMMC brick your device, which is a real pain considering Samsung know about this. But it is still only a leaked ROM, so be very cautious.
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themadba said:
Just flash the latest CF-Root kernel via Odin in the PDA section and you will obtain your custom recovery. No other way for it.
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Look at this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=28336465&postcount=331
If you flash other kernel and you don't re-flash then the original one some things like bluetooth will not work....
If you do my procedure you will have CMW, Root & the most important thing: THE ORIGINAL KERNEL!!! :cyclops::good:
PRESS TNX BUTTON IF I HELP YOU :good:
When I flashed the Stock_LQ5-CWM.zip above, I lost custom recovery and went back to stock recovery.
Chainfire has released CF-Root for LQ5, so problem solved.
Thanks for the input.

questions on rooting and firmwares

say I'm using a ALF6 fw on my phone with CF root, am I able to flash a rom based on other firmwares? or do i have to flash to official FW and root and have it flash to the rom?
tyrtok said:
say I'm using a ALF6 fw on my phone with CF root, am I able to flash a rom based on other firmwares? or do i have to flash to official FW and root and have it flash to the rom?
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You can flash any rom on top of your current setup unless mentioned otherwise in rom installation instructions
if it says "[ROM][XXBLG1][12Jul][V1.6] WanamLite Smooth,Stable & Battery Friendly" do i need to have XXBLG1 firmware or it means it is based on XXBLG1 firmware or any other FW unless stated otherwise?
You will just have that modem when you flash. If the modem isn't good for you u can flash another
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Thank watsa he answered your question mate. It is fine.
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SII I9100 rooted OTA update

Hey Galaxy SII people, I need some help with a friend's SII.
I'm quite knowledgeable with custom ROMs and recoveries, but I have no idea what to do with a stock phone.
The phone is rooted and not getting the OTA to ICS. I want to get the OTA, losing root not necessarily a problem.
Can someone give me a hand with this? I have no idea what I need to do.
The phone also has the stock recovery.
I apologize if this has been asked before, but I couldn't find a conclusive, comprehensive answer.
Go to samfirmware and download the update firmware and install it via odin.
All the best.
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Flash stock ROM from http://samfirmware.com/ via Odin. Search for galaxy S2 ROMs, just make sure you don't download the dangerous ROMs (the ones with a warning triangle next to them).
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HANDSY said:
Go to samfirmware and download the update firmware and install it via odin.
All the best.
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Spiralzz said:
Flash stock ROM from http://samfirmware.com/ via Odin. Search for galaxy S2 ROMs, just make sure you don't download the dangerous ROMs (the ones with a warning triangle next to them).
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Thanks for the quick reply.
I'm downloading a zip now. I flash this with Odin/Heimdall? I thought I needed a .tar and a bunch of other files to flash with Odin.
This won't keep root, right? Is there any way I could get root back after flashing?
Also, will this wipe /data?
Oh, and I have the option to download a ROM for a specific carrier. Does that mean I can't use another carrier?
Edit: While I'm at it, is the stock recovery needed for anything stock ROM related?
Yes download will be in the form of a zip file, once downloading is complete you can extract the tar. file and place in the PDA section of odin. This will not wipe your device, well never has done for me. Yes you will loose root as you have a completely new rom with stock kernel. See the guide for rooting your chosen firmware. As for the carrier i always use the unbranded /open version as this has less bloat ware. All the best.
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Make sure you don't have repartition button ticked or play with the pit file if you don't 100% know what you're doing either
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XWLPG Stock OTA Update?

Im on stock XWLPG and there is a OTA Update available... about 117.85mb in file size
Im rooted with custom kernel Siyah 4.1rc1, Im not sure about this update has anyone applied this to thier GS2 with success?
If your on a custom ROM then don't do updates, you'll end up in a boot loop, if you want the update, flash via Odin, for a custom kernel I'm not sure it'll work but you can try!
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