I feel like there is a huge gap of information I'm missing with regard to certain things people have been posting, like roms, apps and kernels.
I was able to root my SII i989 (tmobile usa) I have downloaded some apps from the Play store, as thats pretty straight forward. What confuses me is how to download these roms onto the phone. do i have to do it from my phone, or from my PC to phone?
a lot of times I dont even understand what certain things will do, im obviously steering clear of doing anything I dont understand. but I think there is a lot of implied knowledge in many posts (I dont blame you guys) but id appreciate a VERY VERY SIMPLE AND CLEAR guide.
thanks in advance :highfive:
Hi the guides are out there in the sticky threads at the top of list. My advice would be to find the forum specific to your model version and read. Once you know how to root and have acquired the necessary software then read how to recover your phone should anything happen. Once you have all this information and software then start to root. I have no background in software, IT or programming and I learnt the basics on this site. All the best
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HANDSY said:
Hi the guides are out there in the sticky threads at the top of list. My advice would be to find the forum specific to your model version and read. Once you know how to root and have acquired the necessary software then read how to recover your phone should anything happen. Once you have all this information and software then start to root. I have no background in software, IT or programming and I learnt the basics on this site. All the best
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thanks for the reply! I have been modding phones since my Nextel phones and through to my iphones, but I got this SII a couple months ago, I rooted it yesterday, but I feel like the guides youre talking about dont give enough details, lol. what im asking for is for someone to hold my hand the first time. lol
If you've already rooted it then that's the biggest step, in my opinion. Installing a new rom is relatively easy. Most devs give an installation guide in their thread, as you don't have the same model as me and all ROMs aren't installed in exactly the same I'm hesitant to "hold your hand". Have you found the forum specific to your model?
Users there may be better qualified to guide you. Happy flashing.
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thanks for the reply! I have been modding phones since my Nextel phones and through to my iphones, but I got this SII a couple months ago, I rooted it yesterday, but I feel like the guides youre talking about dont give enough details, lol. what im asking for is for someone to hold my hand the first time. lol
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Why did you laugh out loud twice writing that?
You're in the wrong forum, and if you don't understand the terms you describe, ignore the stuff on this site and continue to enjoy your phone.
KERNALS
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Thanks for everyones replies, i found the correct forum.
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I thought it'd be handy for me to give you some of the following brief definitions.
Stock ROMs - Original/OEM Phone Firmwares made & developed by manufacturers i.e. Samsung, Sony, HTC, themselves. Comes with your phone.
Custom ROMs* - Firmwares that are developed by individuals (often built from Android Open Sources). Requires root to install these ROMs.
Apps - Android applications.
Kernels - Essential Android component; Execution of your Android operating system. Speed and battery life of your phone can be said to be mainly connected to it.
*Here's a compiled list of custom ROMs managed by Recognized Contributor GaboWinter.
To install (A.K.A. flash) a new ROM, it is done via your phone itself.
Usually the steps are:
1. Download the ROM in .zip format
2. Transfer the .zip to your phone (if you downloaded it into your computer)
3. BackUp your existing app data (using Titanium Backup App)
4. Reboot your phone into ClockWorkMod recovery mode
5. Perform a NANDRIOD Backup
6. Wipe Cache Partition + Wipe Dalvik Cache + Wipe Data/factory reset
7. Choose .zip file from your phone storage
8. Flash the .zip (You've installed a new ROM at this stage)
9. Reboot back into your system
10. Enjoy your new custom ROM.
Please correct me if I made a mistake somewhere.
don't forget to add
RIL
MODEM
it's KERNEL not KERNAL
keith: NANDROID backup also?
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keith: NANDROID backup also?
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Hey guys
I have a lgp500 phone and i am thinking of rooting my phone, as i hate the touchscreen bug that makes the cpu go 100%, soo laggy
anyways i have a few questions that i would like to know about rooting before i attempt it.
firstly ill start by listing my phone software etc
Android version - 2.2.1
Kernal Version - 2.6.32.9
Build Number - FRG83
Software Version - V10b-DEC-13-2010
and now my questions
1. Well the most obvious question. Is it possible to root my phone?
2. My main ques - What are the chances of bricking my phone? as in to a point that would leave my phone completely useless.
3.At what steps of the rooting process can the phone be bricked?
4. How does rooting work? - basically i just want to learn about everything so i know how the system works and how kernal etc work - so that i wont do anything stupid when im rooting
for now thats all, but ill probly have a alot more once i get answers to these
please help
thanks
first of all u will need to downgrade to android 2.2.then u can root it and enjoy!
Ramis93 said:
1. Well the most obvious question. Is it possible to root my phone?
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Not yet. Android 2.2.1 is not rootable at the moment. A downgrade to v2.2 is necessary, as upendra_p said.
Ramis93 said:
2. My main ques - What are the chances of bricking my phone? as in to a point that would leave my phone completely useless.
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Chances are very small, but there are.
Ramis93 said:
3.At what steps of the rooting process can the phone be bricked?
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At the downgrade, when you have to flash the phone with a different Android version using an application that sometimes fails. But that's rare.
Ramis93 said:
4. How does rooting work? - basically i just want to learn about everything so i know how the system works and how kernal etc work - so that i wont do anything stupid when im rooting
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"Rooting" simply gives various applications wider system rights, so that they are able to perform actions otherwise forbidden, such as messing with system settings and allowing critical system files to be modified or deleted. It also is an important step needed if you decide to install a custom ROM -- a modified and (usually) improved version of Android.
Rooting is not for the faint of the heart
However, keep in mind that you can find all the help you need on this forums...
masteryx said:
Not yet. Android 2.2.1 is not rootable at the moment. A downgrade to v2.2 is necessary, as upendra_p said.
Chances are very small, but there are.
At the downgrade, when you have to flash the phone with a different Android version using an application that sometimes fails. But that's rare.
"Rooting" simply gives various applications wider system rights, so that they are able to perform actions otherwise forbidden, such as messing with system settings and allowing critical system files to be modified or deleted. It also is an important step needed if you decide to install a custom ROM -- a modified and (usually) improved version of Android.
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about the chances on bricking my phone, i understand they are small
but approximately how small? like a number?
i understand its different for each phone, so how much would it be for my phone?
Well it depends on how well you read and follow the instructions.
I have installed Custom ROMs on a total of 3 phones with 100% success.
And in short Rooting is like being Administrator in Windows, you can do anything you feel like doing, even if that means bricking your device.
Ramis93 said:
about the chances on bricking my phone, i understand they are small
but approximately how small? like a number?
i understand its different for each phone, so how much would it be for my phone?
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It's not the phone it's usually the user. You should never attempt to mess with something unless you know what you're doing. Take that from someone who actually bricked his phone by not knowing enough.
Best advice against bricking is never try to flash something that's not meant for your specific device.
And if you wanna put a number on it post your IQ.
Ahmmm... i just used z4root and in just one click, im already rooted. Very easy XD. The part where you should be cautious about is flashing back to android 2.2 that is where a lot of p500 get brick. Just read the forums more.
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@OP, just take note of the important steps & thing you should check before proceeding like turning LG modem off in device manager. though my friends have downgraded even without checking that option, its always better to follow the instruction to be safe.
& also after rooting, take your time when installing custom recovery. it is also responsible for bricking quite a few mobiles. i'll advice copy paste the commands to avoid any typo.
I have the following:
Samsung-SGH-I777
2.3.6
I777UCKK6
2.6.35.7
GingerBread.UCKK6
I have spent a lot of time reading XDA and other Android Boards hoping I could find a pretty straightforward way to get control of my phone (su access?). I want to get rid of apps that T put on and I also want to be able to hotspot my phone. But I really want to understand what I am doing. Every thread seems to assume a level of knowledge I just don't think I have. I'm tempted to jump in but feel like I'll then just be a poster saying HELP BRICKED MY PHONE.
When I come across a youtube or pdf that looks promising - it invariably has comments associated with it like: Oh, if you upgraded to 2.3.6 watch out.....or, I did this and now my wifi doesn't work.
Here is my question - can anyone point me to a thread or website that really walks a novice through the basics like the difference between a Rom and a kernel, how the SD card works etc.
And certainly if someone can point me to a solid root procedure for my phone (see above) please feel free.
Thanks for listening
Peter
Stackman1 said:
I have the following:
Samsung-SGH-I777
2.3.6
I777UCKK6
2.6.35.7
GingerBread.UCKK6
I have spent a lot of time reading XDA and other Android Boards hoping I could find a pretty straightforward way to get control of my phone (su access?). I want to get rid of apps that T put on and I also want to be able to hotspot my phone. But I really want to understand what I am doing. Every thread seems to assume a level of knowledge I just don't think I have. I'm tempted to jump in but feel like I'll then just be a poster saying HELP BRICKED MY PHONE.
When I come across a youtube or pdf that looks promising - it invariably has comments associated with it like: Oh, if you upgraded to 2.3.6 watch out.....or, I did this and now my wifi doesn't work.
Here is my question - can anyone point me to a thread or website that really walks a novice through the basics like the difference between a Rom and a kernel, how the SD card works etc.
And certainly if someone can point me to a solid root procedure for my phone (see above) please feel free.
Thanks for listening
Peter
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Sorry man, That level of knowledge you speak of, is what you need. If you cant find the info, dont root your phone.
We dont hold hands here, there is plenty of info around. Find it and put it to use.
If you searched for everything your looking for, you'd find your answers.
Its obvious that you HAVE NOT spent anytime looking for the answers you seek.
Good luck peter.
Like what was said above, getting the information for all these things is really simple.
Read the stickies.
All of the warnings and disclaimers are tacked onto the instructions because people don't want you to blame them if you don't follow directions or if something that works for someone else doesn't work for you.
Stackman1 said:
I have the following:
Samsung-SGH-I777
2.3.6
I777UCKK6
2.6.35.7
GingerBread.UCKK6
I have spent a lot of time reading XDA and other Android Boards hoping I could find a pretty straightforward way to get control of my phone (su access?). I want to get rid of apps that T put on and I also want to be able to hotspot my phone. But I really want to understand what I am doing. Every thread seems to assume a level of knowledge I just don't think I have. I'm tempted to jump in but feel like I'll then just be a poster saying HELP BRICKED MY PHONE.
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Are you using the AT&T phone on T-mobile? Just curious.
When I come across a youtube or pdf that looks promising - it invariably has comments associated with it like: Oh, if you upgraded to 2.3.6 watch out.....or, I did this and now my wifi doesn't work.
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Just my personal opinion, but I would forget all the other sites, and youtube videos, and stick with what you learn here.
Here is my question - can anyone point me to a thread or website that really walks a novice through the basics like the difference between a Rom and a kernel, how the SD card works etc.
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I'm not aware of such a guide. Some of the information is so basic that no one would think to make a guide for it. But I can give you one tip: in my guide there is a link to extra information for newbies. That can be fairly helpful.
And certainly if someone can point me to a solid root procedure for my phone (see above) please feel free.
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In my opinion, my guide is the best, but if you must, you can also use Jivy26's how to root guide.
Thanks for listening
Peter
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Creepy -
Thanks for taking the time to reply. I am using the AT&T network.
Hey man, you gotta be willing to take that big plunge. Over in the Dev section there is some good info. But you gotta be willing to take that challenge on. Just be prepared to have a brick if you do it wrong.
BigRob1712 said:
Hey man, you gotta be willing to take that big plunge. Over in the Dev section there is some good info. But you gotta be willing to take that challenge on. Just be prepared to have a brick if you do it wrong.
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It is really hard to brick your phone following the instructions here.
As long as you don't flash anything outside the AT&T Galaxy S2 Forums.
Id recommend Creepy's guide, Ive used this myself and can vouch for it. Avoid (no offense meant) using Zedomax's method to avoid the headache of breaking wifi and trying to get it back. and READ and RE READ before starting the process.
enjoy your soon to be freed phone
I very strongly agree with the advice to follow creepyncrawly's guide. Taking the time to read, understand and follow it will make the process easy and save you a lot of headaches. Don't be afraid to ask for clarification, but read, read and then read some more can't be stressed enough. Take it from a fellow novice.
I will continue to read and take the plunge soon. Definitely look into Creepy's guide.
Thanks to all that chimed in without lecturing.....
Try this link:
forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/ROM-VS-Kernel
mmarquis said:
Try this link:
forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/ROM-VS-Kernel
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What link? Here ya go. http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/ROM-VS-Kernel
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That's an OK summary of firmware, but the use of the word ROM as a generic term for firmware needs a little explanation.
A ROM, or read-only memory, is a computer memory chip that has machine executable code built into it when it is manufactured. The code can not be changed. Later models of the chip were programable, and were called PROM, or programable read-only memory which can be programed once, and ePROM, or erasable programable read-only memory, which can be reprogrammed. These type of chips were used in the earliest micro computers, up until current computers, to accomplish the first step in the boot-up process.
Smart phones do not have a ROM or similar memory chip. They use NOR, P-SRAM and/or One-NAND, forms of non-volatile flash memory. The Galaxy series uses NAND memory to store the firmware. The iPhone uses PSRAM.
The use of the term ROM to refer to the firmware which contains the operating system for the phone is merely a convention, but one which has a huge amount of traction, so much so that we all use the term. There are some who would like to see the term ROM disappear in favor of the term firmware, but that is unlikely.
xhepera said:
I very strongly agree with the advice to follow creepyncrawly's guide. Taking the time to read, understand and follow it will make the process easy and save you a lot of headaches. Don't be afraid to ask for clarification, but read, read and then read some more can't be stressed enough. Take it from a fellow novice.
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+1 to this. Also, if you ever need help, you can check out the IRC channel. There's usually someone there that can help.
creepyncrawly said:
Are you using the AT&T phone on T-mobile? Just curious.
Just my personal opinion, but I would forget all the other sites, and youtube videos, and stick with what you learn here.
I'm not aware of such a guide. Some of the information is so basic that no one would think to make a guide for it. But I can give you one tip: in my guide there is a link to extra information for newbies. That can be fairly helpful.
In my opinion, my guide is the best, but if you must, you can also use Jivy26's how to root guide.
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I believe I used creepy's guide, entropy's posts. Gotta focus on one thing: getting clockwork recovery mode on (CWM). Get that and you can load a from from here. Don't use rootwiz or anything else. Make XDA your some source.
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Irc channell.... so many people in there can answer and if ur going to for some reason use zedomax tutorial.. as i did with my Mac do it with entropy daily driver kernel
im on my phone. expect terrible typos.
Please use the Q&A Forum for questions &
Read the Forum Rules Ref Posting
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All i did to root my sgs2 was get the proper drivers on pc (kies installs them i believe?). Downloaded odin 1.85 and any kernel that has cwm (i used siyah). put the phone in download mode (lots of places tell you how to do this). Put the kernel in the pda spot in odin. And flash.
Now you have a rooted phone with cwm (if all went right).
then you just download your favorite rom (i used serendipity 9.4) and place on sd card. Boot to recovery. Wipe cache/dalvik cache and factory wipe. Then flash your rom.
That's how i did it any way
Must be something in the water...
murauder said:
All i did to root my sgs2 was get the proper drivers on pc (kies installs them i believe?). Downloaded odin 1.85 and any kernel that has cwm (i used siyah). put the phone in download mode (lots of places tell you how to do this). Put the kernel in the pda spot in odin. And flash.
Now you have a rooted phone with cwm (if all went right).
then you just download your favorite rom (i used serendipity 9.4) and place on sd card. Boot to recovery. Wipe cache/dalvik cache and factory wipe. Then flash your rom.
That's how i did it any way
Must be something in the water...
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The bolded statement is inaccurate. If you followed this sequence exactly as stated, you were not rooted until you installed serendipity.
Noob to noob
The information creepy posted is the way to go. I used his superoneclick with root to get out of a failed clockwork mod loop back to stock with root.
The post was I777UCKH7OCD Root no BL.7z. This will give you clockwork mod recovery from which you can do further modifications.
The program is a 7zip file. READ about 7Zip. Follow the instructions.
Practice getting your phone into download mode (dry runs).
Don't panic.
After reading if you still have questions, read some more. All the information is here.
When you sucessfully root, look in the dev section and read about the custom roms/firmware and see how they operate, problems, successes before choosing.
Personally I like the AOKP by Task, but it is all preferences.
Good luck, you can do it.
Being newly interested in rooting and tweaking my devices (started with my S3) there are a lot of terms that are mentioned in customizing threads that I do not understand, and a lot of those threads don't have detailed instructions for someone that's new to tweaking. Is there one post somewhere on xda that lists terms, methods, etc for newcomers like me?
I don't trust any forum other than xda because I simply think its the best forum for tweaking, etc so I don't really trust links outside xda. I also know that the way some things need to be done is device specific.
I'm confused about how to "flash" something in "recovery' (such as removing the wifi notification thread), flashing a custom recovery, using Goomanager to flash, etc. Don't get me wrong; I can follow detailed instructions as long as they are there......but if they aren't, that leaves me and a great deal of newcomers in the dark.
Some of these things are done via the phone and some have to be done via PC....and many times there aren't detailed instructions so I'm unsure what I an supposed to do and don't want to brick a $700 device.
So....is this information contained in all separate posts throughout the forum? Or is there one thread per device that details it? Being as some of these things are device specific, I'm hesitant to even look in other device forums.
Thanks for reading, and any assistance is appreciated.
wolfgrrl said:
Being newly interested in rooting and tweaking my devices (started with my S3) there are a lot of terms that are mentioned in customizing threads that I do not understand, and a lot of those threads don't have detailed instructions for someone that's new to tweaking. Is there one post somewhere on xda that lists terms, methods, etc for newcomers like me?
I don't trust any forum other than xda because I simply think its the best forum for tweaking, etc so I don't really trust links outside xda. I also know that the way some things need to be done is device specific.
I'm confused about how to "flash" something in "recovery' (such as removing the wifi notification thread), flashing a custom recovery, using Goomanager to flash, etc. Don't get me wrong; I can follow detailed instructions as long as they are there......but if they aren't, that leaves me and a great deal of newcomers in the dark.
Some of these things are done via the phone and some have to be done via PC....and many times there aren't detailed instructions so I'm unsure what I an supposed to do and don't want to brick a $700 device.
So....is this information contained in all separate posts throughout the forum? Or is there one thread per device that details it? Being as some of these things are device specific, I'm hesitant to even look in other device forums.
Thanks for reading, and any assistance is appreciated.
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Well, this can be a complex arena to play in. For the S4, you'll want to download Odin v3.07 and a copy of the stock ROM just in case you break something.
> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2289325
> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539
ROM = read-only memory - this is the part of your phone's internal storage you're not really supposed to be able to play with (like /system, or the phone's radio for example)
The act of "flashing" is writing data to ROM
Recovery just means that you should always be able to boot your device into this mode to RECOVER from a software problem; IE: flashing a bad ROM (IE: one that doesn't work and you can't start your phone anymore).
I don't really know a whole lot more than that, I just poke around and pretend like I do =)
OverkillSD said:
Well, this can be a complex arena to play in. For the S4, you'll want to download Odin v3.07 and a copy of the stock ROM just in case you break something.
> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2289325
> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539
ROM = read-only memory - this is the part of your phone's internal storage you're not really supposed to be able to play with (like /system, or the phone's radio for example)
The act of "flashing" is writing data to ROM
Recovery just means that you should always be able to boot your device into this mode to RECOVER from a software problem; IE: flashing a bad ROM (IE: one that doesn't work and you can't start your phone anymore).
I don't really know a whole lot more than that, I just poke around and pretend like I do =)
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Thanks As I learn more, I think I'm going to make a post that contains everything I learn, so others have it all in one place.
Well, there's a LOT to learn...like I said; complex arena. So much so that there's no way to make a single post take you from newbie to knowledgeable newbie in one read.
Then there's Google;
"what is rom"
"what is flashing rom"
"what is recovery mode android"
Eliminates the need for said post
Plus, by the time you get it all written, it will have all changed ^_^
Noob Friendly Q & A & Stock ROM FAQs
I would like to give a big shout out to.. @Soryuu . He has added a great Stock ROM FAQs section to this thread. Please Thank Him, as he has covered a lot of questions I've seen asked by unrooted users..and without his support. This thread would not be moving ahead....
This thread is for all members and any questions you may have..... roms/kernels/recovery/root/bootloops/etc.
Please.... if you can answer a question, do it respectfully. No Flaming will be Tolerated...
This thread is an attempt to clean up the Q & A section and in so doing...create an encyclopedia like thread for new members looking for answers to questions that have been asked and answered before.
I'm going to include a rooting guide soon as well as a how to for flashing roms.. Let's make this a Success..
Thanks...
I would like to Thank the following members for their Support
@Soryuu
@eushaun99
I would also like to Thank these members from the E4GT forum
@jdsingle76 ... For his support, guidance, and patience when I first joined XDA...
@micmars ... For making me laugh.. and his support as I learn...
@BluesRulez ... For making the thread in the E4GT forum that made me want to make this thread and all his contributions to that forum...
@ktempleton ... For his support when I made a SlimBean Q&A for his ROMs..( almost unneeded because they are so well built...:good:
@Stryke_the_Orc ... For his support and contributions in the E4GT forum. That makes me want to be more helpful...
@bilgerryan ... For his support and contributions in the E4GT forum. That shows me how much a single person can contribute...
And about ten others I can't remember...Thanks Everybody...
Ok..So you have decided to root you're Galaxy Tab 10.1 (p-7510 Wi-Fi only)on ICS 4.0.4
In this short guide. I will be explaining how to install a custom recovery and root you're p-7510 Wi-Fi only 10.1 tab on ICS 4.0.4
This is the method I personally used... But be aware... when doing such things..there is always a risk !!... I , nor XDA take any responsibility if your device becomes a shiny new coaster , explodes, or if your microwave runs away...
That being said... Let's get to it..
Ok.. first off. Watch this video by QBKing77 http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jYeQ1ndwyM4&desktop_uri=/watch?v=jYeQ1ndwyM4
This is a great video to get familiar with Odin, as well as some useful tips from QBKing77.. Don't forget to Thank him... he makes great videos and has done a lot for the entire XDA Community.
After watching the video download this zip.. https://db.tt/8bEz54AY ... MD5=bdbadaae1044caa08d026a73d568f60e
This zip contains the necessary files to root you're device ( Odin, cwm recovery, and root zip ). You will need to extract the files from the zip..... ( I use 7zip ) but any zip program will work.
I suggest making the folder on you're desktop as QBKing77 suggest. Also make sure you have atleast a 60 percent charge on you're device.
First, you will need Windows computer. If you don’t have one, borrow a Windows laptop from your friend or family member.
Second, make sure you’ve installed Galaxy Tab 10.1 Windows drivers. Here
Third,put your Galaxy Tab 10.1 into ODIN download mode by holding down both Power Button and Volume Down buttons. Right after the Samsung logo shows, you will see two menus, let go of both buttons immediately and then hit Volume Up button, you should be in ODIN download mode.
Now.. Go ahead and run the odin program you extracted into a folder earlier. After it comes up, plug in the device. Odin com box should turn color ( yellow, for me ). If it doesnt light up..check drivers and cable. Make sure re-partition is NOT checked Leave everything else alone.
Click the pda box and find the cwm recovery tar that was in the extracted package. Load it. Now click start.
Wait until odin gives a green pass in the com box and now you have a custom recovery.:good: The device should auto reboot. You can now unplug the device.
After your device boots. Plug it back in to your pc and move the root zip over to your tab. Put it in root of sdcard..Dont put it in a folder or sub folder.
Now hold power and volume down again until samsung logo and again let go. This time hit volume down to pick recovery, then volume up to select it.
Once you are in ClockworkMod Recovery, choose “install zip from sdcard” (using Volume buttons) and hit the Power button.
Next, choose “choose zip from sdcard” and hit the Power button.
Now find root zip and select it (power button)
Pick yes and it will flash/install.
After it finishes. Go back to first page..(go back is at the bottom of the page your on)
Now pick reboot. Congrats..you are rooted.
I mainly wanted to give anybody trying to root.. the necessary files ( as most links for these are old and dead )..That being said, this recovery is old also( but works great for this particular goal of rooting ). After you have rooted I suggest installing a newer recovery via zip or mobile odin ( I will also list the steps for this later, when my PC is back up ) I prefer TWRP recovery. ( I will explain more about this recovery as well )
Ok everybody... I thought I would take the time today to explain TWRP recovery ( Team Win Recovery Project ) a little bit..for the new users.
It is a touch based recovery. So no button pushing like CWM. Which in my opinion is nice. It is also completely themeable , for those like myself that must always have everything looking like they want.
For those using it or wanting to use it with a device that requires a modem. I have noticed that it doesn't flash modems overly well on my Epic 4G Touch. But I do not know how well it works on the tab 10.1. It could be such a thing as it works well...since our tabs have a seperate kernel/recovery partition.Unlike my Epic.
If new to this recovery. I suggest reading the recovery thread OP and also installing it through CWM recovery in it's zip form.
step 1.. Download the TWRP zip file and check the MD5...if available. This insures a good download.
step 2.. Now boot into CWM recovery and for good measure..wipe Cache and Dalvik cache ( dalvik cache is under advanced )
step 3.. Go to install zip from sdcard and select the TWRP zip and flash/install it.
After the flash is complete. Go to advanced and pick Reboot recovery...Thats it..Enjoy.
FYI.....Most up to date twrp is 2.7, you can find it in the development sections.
I take no credit for this method or the needed file. I just wanted to put them in one place and keep it up to date and active.
A newer version of Odin, if the one in the above zip doesn't work for you.I will attach it at the bottom of this post.
This is a link to chainfires blog..for supersu zip. If you dont know what this is for. Please search for an anwser before flashing anything.
Because I'm big and need room to stretch... lol.
Bump...so maybe we can all see this and start using it..:good:
Stock rom FAQ!
The complete FAQ for stock roms!
Before I start, I'd like to give a massive thank you to @Gil81, who let me create and maintain this section of his thread - give all your thanks to him as he was the one who started this idea in the first place to provide everyone with a One Stop thread.
Also to @eushaun99, who's helped a hell of a lot in this thread and provided some knowledge I didn't even know before, as well as providing help to users when both GIl and I couldn't.
UPDATE: Sorry guys, but I'm going away again until the 11th! Any queries I could answer, please leave a comment and I'll update this portion of the thread
This is meant to serve as a complete guide to the stock roms on the Galaxy Tab 10.1. @Gil81 has all the comprehensive guides to rooting and flashing custom roms you'll need.
So who is this section of the One Stop FAQ for?
Those new to the tablet
Those who want to stick to stock
Let me know if there are any other questions to do with stock roms and I'll try answer them as best as I can and add them to this post.
Before anything, the first thing to do is clarify which model device you have.
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi and 3G enabled variant has the device model P7500 and has the device code p4
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi only variant has the device model P7510 and the device code p4wifi
The Galaxy Tab 10.1v Stock android variant for Vodafone has the device model P7100 and the device code p3
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 for Verizon has the device model SCH-I905 and the device code p4vzw
This section of the FAQ will mostly cater for the P75x0 variants, as I have absolutely no experience with the 10.1v, nor the American variants (though if someone is willing to supply information about them, I'll add it to this thread)
So, once you've got your device model, read on
All about stock firmwares
1.) Is there an official Jelly Bean upgrade for this tablet? Or will there be one?
Sadly, no. Samsung dropped Jelly Bean support for its first gen tablets (except the 7.7 and the Tab plus) some time back. However, earlier this year, Sammobile picked up on a rumour about the Tab 10.1 and a Jelly Bean build under testing. However, we've heard nothing since. Here's to hoping.
2.) Where can I get a stock rom from?
Right here. In the search box, type in either P7500 or P7510 depending on your model. You need to have an account in order to be able to access the download links.
3.) How can I update my tablet to ICS?
There are three ways.
One way is to use the Software Update option found in Settings -> About device. If you are able to upgrade and you aren't rooted, then this is one way. Better do it over wifi though because its a pretty hefty update.
Another way is to use Samsung Kies, the official PC program meant to be used in conjunction to Samsung devices. If you have Kies installed, just plug your Tab into your computer and if you have an update waiting, Kies will automatically tell you. Again, you can't be rooted for Kies to work properly.
The third way is doing it manually.
For the Wfi and 3G variant (model P7500, code p4): http://www.teamandroid.com/2012/07/...00-ics-xxlq8-android-404-official-firmware/2/
For the Wifi-only variant (model P7510, code p4wifi): http://androidlegend.com/update-samsung-galaxy-tab-10-1-wi-fi-p7510-with-ics-4-0-4-uelpl/
Please read the corresponding instructions VERY carefully! Messing up something with Odin can go horribly wrong. If you don't want to use those articles/feel unsafe about doing so, send me a PM and I'll walk you through it.
And any firmware, as long as its for your device, can be used- any stock rom can be used in these guides given above.
A nice video to demonstrate how Odin's used to flash the tablet (for both models) can be seen here.
Common issues on stock 4.0.4
4.) I notice quite a lot of battery drain using my tablet on ICS. What's going on?
What's been discovered is that there are certain wakelocks in the kernel keeping the tablet awake, and stopping it from going into Deep Idle mode. These wakelocks also seem to be draining battery in the background by keeping the CPU awake (and apparently at max clock speed- 1Ghz- as well)...
There are a few fixes.
P7500 owners can look here for the best fix and an explanation as to what's going on.
P7510 owners sadly don't have the same fix, however, do read that link to see what's going on and try this as well and see if that improves anything.
5.) The Youtube app's really laggy. What's causing this?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tegra
Yes, its the Tegra 2 processor inside our tablet. While good for games, sadly, its horrible at video playback. Its has trouble decoding HD videos from the web.
6.) How come my tablet can't play HD .avis or .mkvs easily?
Again, its a case of the Tegra 2 not being able to play high quality videos well enough for standard use. There is seemingly no fix for this, but the workaround is to install a third-market video player and run with it.
Stock applications
7.) I don't use some of the apps preinstalled on the stock rom. How can I get rid of them?
Some pre-loaded applications are uninstallable by default. These include:
Swype
Polaris Office
Zinio (magazine client, in Reader's Hub)
Kobo (ebook reader, Reader's Hub)
Press Reader (newspaper reader, Reader's Hub)
Reader's Hub
Aurora2 (live wallpaper)
Blue Sea (live wallpaper)
Holo Spiral (live wallpaper)
If you want to uninstall any other apps that you don't use then you have to root first then use an app like Titanium or Root Explorer to delete them.
8.) I've accidentally deleted an apk that I desperately need back. What should I do?
This applies to the apps that are readily uninstallable listed above, although this may also apply to system apks.
Unfortunately, flashing a stock rom over your current one does not restore the apk. In fact, when you boot up you tablet, chances are nothing will have changed.
To fix this, you need to do a factory reset. Which means you'll need to do a backup of all your data and files and then wipe the tablet.
I'm not entirely sure why this happens so if someone could fill me in on this I'll add this into this section.
9.) The stock rom lags too much! What can I do?
Sadly, yeah, the stock rom does lag a lot.
For the best answer to this question, well, take a look at Gil's guide above and there you'll find all manner of roms for Jelly Bean that will/should make things a whole lot smoother.
Having root on stock will allow you to:
Delete unneccesary system apps that are running in the background
Overclock the CPU by flashing a new kernel
Add other compatible tweaks and scripts to optimise the system.
USB connections
10.) I've plugged in my tablet to my PC and I can see a red X on the battery icon. What does this mean?
Don't panic - this is meant to happen. USB charging on the tablet's been disabled due to the slow speed. It doesn't mean you have a connection problem or anything.
11.) After upgrading to official ICS, my USB connections don't work! What next?
Take a look at this thread for one solution to this problem, as discovered by @KrimsonFL (and give thanks to him) - if any other fixes arise I'll post them here.
This post will constantly be updated with any questions I see in the Q&A forum that I think will be useful to all users. So stay tuned as this list grows
Soryuu said:
I like this idea... Would a stock rom FAQ help as well?
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I can't see how it would hurt...right.
If you want,since this thread is still on the first page...add some useful FAQs that you think members need to know and I'll give credit to you in the op...as well as point it out to members seeing this thread for the first time.
I'm in the e4gt forum all the time..and I can not even begin to tell you the success of this kind of thread over there. It really is a great resource..
Thanks for helping..
naveed70 said:
Here is problem this message always showing on screen , tab is working fine if i change other launcher other than default this message disappear,
I already flashed this with odin this problem still there,
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OK...I need some more info. What device do you have..p4wifi,p4,etc... Also what you flashed with Odin and how...what is you're current set up..
Let me know and I'll try to get ya sorted out..
I moved this thread because I'm trying to start a Q&A thread for all questions...Since members aren't using it...I've decided not to post anywhere but here. Sorry if this is an inconvenience... But this kind of thread should be stickied in every forum and I'm going to make it work here...if it kills me..Lol.
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I can't see how it would hurt...right.
If you want,since this thread is still on the first page...add some useful FAQs that you think members need to know and I'll give credit to you in the op...as well as point it out to members seeing this thread for the first time.
I'm in the e4gt forum all the time..and I can not even begin to tell you the success of this kind of thread over there. It really is a great resource..
Thanks for helping..
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Mate, something like this is needed in the Galaxy S forum
I'll see what things I can compile/collate about the stock roms (probably not so many things to do with root as I haven't gone to that with my tablet) and update this post/make a new one later... Will take me time though.
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I've moved the Stock ROM FAQ up to the fifth post, so now its easier to see!
Great work @Gil81 and @Soryuu. Unfortunately I don't think this will do much help as not many people come here and those who ask questions don't really search. But I think you should get a mod to get this stickied so that everyone can see this easier.
And @Soryuu, you should probably use that fifth post of yours as the stock ROM FAQ or get a mod to push your post up to the third post.
I've subscribed to this thread and I'll help as much as I can to get this thing up and running. If there's any help just ask me and I'll try my best.
Sent from my GT-P7500 using Tapatalk HD
eushaun99 said:
Great work @Gil81 and @Soryuu. Unfortunately I don't think this will do much help as not many people come here and those who ask questions don't really search. But I think you should get a mod to get this stickied so that everyone can see this easier.
And @Soryuu, you should probably use that fifth post of yours as the stock ROM FAQ or get a mod to push your post up to the third post.
I've subscribed to this thread and I'll help as much as I can to get this thing up and running. If there's any help just ask me and I'll try my best.
Sent from my GT-P7500 using Tapatalk HD
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Thanks...I know I'm late to the game getting this started..but I also think it can be a great help to members...Especially with such knowledgeable members, such as you and @Soryuu , helping out..Thanks again.
eushaun99 said:
Great work @Gil81 and @Soryuu. Unfortunately I don't think this will do much help as not many people come here and those who ask questions don't really search. But I think you should get a mod to get this stickied so that everyone can see this easier.
And @Soryuu, you should probably use that fifth post of yours as the stock ROM FAQ or get a mod to push your post up to the third post.
I've subscribed to this thread and I'll help as much as I can to get this thing up and running. If there's any help just ask me and I'll try my best.
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Thanks mate but this was all Gil's idea, I only offered to pitch in what I know
I'll probably get a mod to bump the post up, if not I'll just do some post rearranging
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Soryuu said:
Thanks mate but this was all Gil's idea, I only offered to pitch in what I know
I'll probably get a mod to bump the post up, if not I'll just do some post rearranging
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I might have started it..but I got the idea from the e4gt forum. And don't cut yourself short. You have already made a great contribution and I see more to come...Thanks. FYI..I sent a pm to one of the mods to try and get you're post moved to post 3 and get the thread stickied..
Gil81 said:
OK...I need some more info. What device do you have..p4wifi,p4,etc... Also what you flashed with Odin and how...what is you're current set up..
Let me know and I'll try to get ya sorted out..
I moved this thread because I'm trying to start a Q&A thread for all questions...Since members aren't using it...I've decided not to post anywhere but here. Sorry if this is an inconvenience... But this kind of thread should be stickied in every forum and I'm going to make it work here...if it kills me..Lol.
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Brother its SHV-E230L this is wifi and 3g supported, i got this tab in that condition so i cannot tell you history how this error happen. But when i got this it was on 4.1.1 firmware, so i took latest firmware which is 4.1.2 and flashed with odin. Everything ok while flashing no error also.
But that message still showing on screen,
Error message picture i attach here,
According to my idea this message is due to partition currupted, because its showing only 9.3 gb,
But as there is no pit file available. So my preference is to remove message atleast if possible
Thanks
naveed70 said:
Brother its SHV-E230L this is wifi and 3g supported, i got this tab in that condition so i cannot tell you history how this error happen. But when i got this it was on 4.1.1 firmware, so i took latest firmware which is 4.1.2 and flashed with odin. Everything ok while flashing no error also.
But that message still showing on screen,
Error message picture i attach here,
According to my idea this message is due to partition currupted, because its showing only 9.3 gb,
But as there is no pit file available. So my preference is to remove message atleast if possible
Thanks
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Have you tried wiping cache and dalvik cache in recovery...
If yes..I would back up the device to a PC...and wipe sdcard..that corruption of the partition also makes me think maybe something in the sdcard that is corrupt..
Gil81 said:
Have you tried wiping cache and dalvik cache in recovery...
If yes..I would back up the device to a PC...and wipe sdcard..that corruption of the partition also makes me think maybe something in the sdcard that is corrupt..
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Yes brother i done that part,
Now the strange part is that after changing launcher not all few this error message disappear,
Launcher nova and apex showing this error message, but other launcher like launcher hd not showing this error message
naveed70 said:
Yes brother i done that part,
Now the strange part is that after changing launcher not all few this error message disappear,
Launcher nova and apex showing this error message, but other launcher like launcher hd not showing this error message
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Hmmm...I'm stumped. Let me look around tonight and I'll get back with ya tomorrow..Sorry I couldn't be more help. But I'll keep looking.
Gil81 said:
Hmmm...I'm stumped. Let me look around tonight and I'll get back with ya tomorrow..Sorry I couldn't be more help. But I'll keep looking.
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No problem brother take your time meanwhile i will try to wipe sd, as you told wben i go to sroage place device bit hang on that place , i will try to wipe that and i will let you know after thanks for helping me
naveed70 said:
No problem brother take your time meanwhile i will try to wipe sd, as you told wben i go to sroage place device bit hang on that place , i will try to wipe that and i will let you know after thanks for helping me
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Alright...I'm tired...Lol.
I see that you're in the wrong forum...this also makes me wonder if you flash the correct firmware...If I was you. I would go to the correct forum and flash a ROM from there...10 to 1 that fixes you're issue..
If it doesn't...post in their q&a section. Somebody more familiar with you're device will more than likely have an answer.. But if nobody does..get back to me and I'll see what I can do..
Good Job
Well put-together Gil. Great idea, and I'm certain it will be well managed. Thanks also for the shout-out. You have become an invaluable asset to the E4GT community. Keep up the good work my friend.
I'm just stepping over to the big-dog conversation for a hot minute because there's just not much goin' on for sch-l435 yet (Verizon S4 Mini).
Really, I'm wanting to install ClockworkMod recovery so that I can create full backups. Some of you will get a good laugh out of this next bit ...
I bought my brand new mini, pulled it from the box, rooted, tweaked, designed, froze some bloat (TB) and then thought "I gotta back this baby up properly".
So, I downloaded a recovery install image from here: http://www.clockworkmod.com/rommanager - the version that reads Samsung Galaxy S4 (Verizon)
... but installed it using LINUX COMMANDS FOR THE WRONG DEVICE and NUKED my internal memory hahaha. I was tired. I literally copied/pasted linux commands for some obscure tablet. Total fail on my part.
She's fully repaired, courtesy of these guys: http://mobiletechvideos.mybigcommerce.com/
So, here I am and I still would like to have software that reliably clones/zips/contains an extractable backup with all of the settings and cache intact. TWRP just doesn't feel right. Something about it seems off/unreliable.
Questions I have for you, great owners of the larger, superior device
(a) is my phone formatted in the very same way as yours in terms of directories and volume info?
(b) will your version of Clockwork recovery work with the Mini?
(c) If not, is there an alternative solution that will *reliably* compress a cloned copy of my phone into a singular zip file that can later be extracted should my phone get wonky?
Shanks!
Just trying to help here .. I think people will need to know much more about the device in order to help you. I'm no dev just trying to get you closer to where you want to be.
Good luck! Hope your bootloader is unlocked
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Oh, I think there's plenty of information in my initial post to start off with, ie: what phone I'm using, what I'm intending to do, the yet-to-be-explored development status of said model (sch-l435) and my reasoning for questions to the owner's of it's big brother.
I'm game to provide further *specific* information upon request.
Whatever it takes.
RobinDean said:
Oh, I think there's plenty of information in my initial post to start off with, ie: what phone I'm using, what I'm intending to do, the yet-to-be-explored development status of said model (sch-l435) and my reasoning for questions to the owner's of it's big brother.
I'm game to provide further *specific* information upon request.
Whatever it takes.
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don't expect alot here as this is the S4 forum...sooner or later a forum should be set for the mini
I respectfully appreciate that and should anyone know anything regarding my issue off-hand, feel free to PM me. I'll bow-out of the topic here so as to keep my intrusion to a minimum.
RobinDean said:
I respectfully appreciate that and should anyone know anything regarding my issue off-hand, feel free to PM me. I'll bow-out of the topic here so as to keep my intrusion to a minimum.
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most likely the bootloader is locked in same manor as S4 is and you can't load a recovery on it like you tried to do.
I used linux commands initially, which is what fried the phone (got it back, good as new).
Are rooted S4 users able to install CWM Recovery independently in any way or are you guys forced to flash a ROM that happens to include it?
RobinDean said:
I used linux commands initially, which is what fried the phone (got it back, good as new).
Are rooted S4 users able to install CWM Recovery independently in any way or are you guys forced to flash a ROM that happens to include it?
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Can't do either. ...since bootloader is totally locked down since mdk. Our only Avenue is safestrap and a few compatible roms
safestrap enabled, Hyperdrive driven