Some Noob Questions Regarding Root - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello Everyone,
First of all my appoligies if I am posting this at the wrong place and also because I have been warned in several threads not to post a new thread unless I am sure that I have to.
The reason I am posting this is because I am very confused by the root process, below is the reason why
I have a Galaxy S II I9100G with me and I first went to this thread to root my kernel, the problem I have there is that My About phone section does NOT show the Kernel Version as advertised in the thread, all I see is this " 2.6.35.7 [email protected] #2 ". So I didnt know which CF-Root file to choose as I dont want to brick my phone.
Secondly The Instructions seems to be posted in the I9100 section and not in the " I9100G Android Development " section which also confuses me as whether I should be using those instructions or not.
So please guide me towards what file from the CF-Root to use or what my kernel version is, or any alternate kernel if this one isnt right for me
Here Is all the info I can get for my phone
Baseband Version: I9100GXXKL4
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7 [email protected] #2
Build Number: GINGERBREAD.XXLB1
PDA: I9100GXXlb1
PHONE: I9100GXXKL4
CSC: I9100GDBTKL2
Again sorry for the creation of this thread if its against the rules but I'd rather be safe then sorry.

samipk said:
Hello Everyone,
First of all my appoligies if I am posting this at the wrong place and also because I have been warned in several threads not to post a new thread unless I am sure that I have to.
The reason I am posting this is because I am very confused by the root process, below is the reason why
I have a Galaxy S II I9100G with me and I first went to this thread to root my kernel, the problem I have there is that My About phone section does NOT show the Kernel Version as advertised in the thread, all I see is this " 2.6.35.7 [email protected] #2 ". So I didnt know which CF-Root file to choose as I dont want to brick my phone.
Secondly The Instructions seems to be posted in the I9100 section and not in the " I9100G Android Development " section which also confuses me as whether I should be using those instructions or not.
So please guide me towards what file from the CF-Root to use or what my kernel version is, or any alternate kernel if this one isnt right for me
Here Is all the info I can get for my phone
Baseband Version: I9100GXXKL4
Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7 [email protected] #2
Build Number: GINGERBREAD.XXLB1
PDA: I9100GXXlb1
PHONE: I9100GXXKL4
CSC: I9100GDBTKL2
Again sorry for the creation of this thread if its against the rules but I'd rather be safe then sorry.
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Good to ask before flashing the wrong kernel to your phone.
I do not recommend to flash a GT-I9100 kernel to a GT-I9100G.
Have a look here for another rooting method => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28178105
Here is a rooting thread specially for the GT-I9100G => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1679778
P.S.: To see your current kernel version, you can also have a look at your Build version number or dial *#1234# into your phone, then check the PDA version. This is usually the same as your kernel version, when you are still on stock firmware.
In your case => XXLB1, which is Android 2.3.6 (GingerBread).

It_ler said:
Good to ask before flashing the wrong kernel to your phone.
I do not recommend to flash a GT-I9100 kernel to a GT-I9100G.
Have a look here for another rooting method => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28178105
Here is a rooting thread specially for the GT-I9100G => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1679778
P.S.: To see your current kernel version, you can also have a look at your Build version number or dial *#1234# into your phone, then check the PDA version. This is usually the same as your kernel version, when you are still on stock firmware.
In your case => XXLB1, which is Android 2.3.6 (GingerBread).
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Thank you for clearing it up for me that I have LB1, I previously thought I had KL4 and was going to flash KL3 kernel on my phone.
One last thing, there are a lot of methods on the 2 links you provided and most of them for ICS phones, can you point me to the one which I should be using and is the simplest, I would be greatful
regards

I sugest you use method 1 as it is the simplest and does not involve to many confusing procedures for you.

many thanks mate for all the help, method 1 works like a charm, the only thing left it a yellow rectangle which I will figure out, now its time for me to look for cool roms

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[Q] Newbie want's to Root his Samsung Galaxy S II I9100

Hi everybody,
Newbie want's to Root his Samsung Galaxy S II I9100.
I'm complete new to Android and need some help.
Is there somewhere a tool with instruction i can use?
I got
Version : 2.3.4
Basisbandversion : I9100XXKG6
Kernel : 2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG6-CL425236
[email protected]#2
Buildnumber : GINGERBREAD.XXKG6
Thank's for helping
androidjoerg
Search... Sorry I just have to type that
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androidjoerg said:
Hi everybody,
Newbie want's to Root his Samsung Galaxy S II I9100.
I'm complete new to Android and need some help.
Is there somewhere a tool with instruction i can use?
I got
Version : 2.3.4
Basisbandversion : I9100XXKG6
Kernel : 2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG6-CL425236
[email protected]#2
Buildnumber : GINGERBREAD.XXKG6
Thank's for helping
androidjoerg
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Ok, as I have got a little bit time to help you saving time, here are my favorite rooting threads:
1. Chainfire's CF-Root thread => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399&highlight=CF+Root
Please read Chainfire's first two posts carefully before flashing anything.
If you can find the corresponding CF-Root kernel to your ROM (should be "XX_OXA_KG6"), then this is the easiest flashing method and provides the CWM Manager (including ClockWorkMod recovery with additional features for backup, recovery, flashing zip files, flashing kernels, etc.).
2. Intratech's "Quick Root Guide" in his first post of this thread => http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
This is a little bit more manually but works on every ROM (you only need the stock kernel to get rid of the yellow triangle after flashing).
Thank's for helping.Will try tomorrow.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
is there maybe also a Video (YouTube) i can watch the instructions?
Hi mate. I'm new to android as you, and trying to switch from iphone . my SII is on the way and I'm trying to get as much data as possible before it gets here.
try this link for starters, it's good explanation I think:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1246131
cheers.

[Q] The safest way to root Galaxy SII i9100?

Hi there,
Please could someone post relevant information on how to root the Galaxy SII, I have searched a lot of threads and can't seem to find a reasonably safe solution to my question. People say its not possible to root a Galaxy SII lately due to a hardbrick bug in the chip. Please could someone enlighten me on this topic and tell me if it's safe or unsafe. I will post the details on this thread to the best of my knowledge.
Ok here goes;
Model number: GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4 (ICS)
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-I9100XWLPT
Build number: IMM76D.XWLPT
Also, I have installed the eMMC brickbug check app from the play store and here is the result i was given;
Brick Bug ? No. Sane chip (no idea what this means but I'm guessing my chip is safe to just flash any Kernel?)
I am just looking to root for now and possibly flash a custom ROM in the near future but at the moment I am happy with the stock firmware but I just want to be able to use Titanium Backup, Superuser & ROM Manager but i am unable to do so until I have rooted my Galaxy SII.
I'm not new to any of this because I previously had a ZTE Blade which I rooted & flashed custom ROMs myself, this was a walk in the park compared to the Galaxy SII. On threads which I have browsed through, some people state to use Siyah Kernel, would this be safe to flash through Odin? Or maybe I could use CF-root.
thank you for reading my post & I'd be so grateful if someone could provide links and/or instructions. Much appreciated!
Androider86 said:
Hi there,
Please could someone post relevant information on how to root the Galaxy SII, I have searched a lot of threads and can't seem to find a reasonably safe solution to my question. People say its not possible to root a Galaxy SII lately due to a hardbrick bug in the chip. Please could someone enlighten me on this topic and tell me if it's safe or unsafe. I will post the details on this thread to the best of my knowledge.
Ok here goes;
Model number: GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4 (ICS)
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-I9100XWLPT
Build number: IMM76D.XWLPT
Also, I have installed the eMMC brickbug check app from the play store and here is the result i was given;
Brick Bug ? No. Sane chip (no idea what this means but I'm guessing my chip is safe to just flash any Kernel?)
I am just looking to root for now and possibly flash a custom ROM in the near future but at the moment I am happy with the stock firmware but I just want to be able to use Titanium Backup, Superuser & ROM Manager but i am unable to do so until I have rooted my Galaxy SII.
I'm not new to any of this because I previously had a ZTE Blade which I rooted & flashed custom ROMs myself, this was a walk in the park compared to the Galaxy SII. On threads which I have browsed through, some people state to use Siyah Kernel, would this be safe to flash through Odin? Or maybe I could use CF-root.
thank you for reading my post & I'd be so grateful if someone could provide links and/or instructions. Much appreciated!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746794, use that, method 1 always works.
oh and if you just wanna be 100% you wont be affected by brickbug, just flash siyah kernel through odin, that will give you root + CWM recovery
In my opinion, you should go for siyah but pick whatever u prefer
Thank you Poroto, I will probably try the method 1 posted by Phil3759. That looks kind of safe but I'll read through that thread you posted first before I decide. I really appreciate your help
Androider86 said:
Thank you Poroto, I will probably try the method 1 posted by Phil3759. That looks kind of safe but I'll read through that thread you posted first before I decide. I really appreciate your help
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No worries, just remember not to wipe anything on stock 4.0.4 kernel under any circumstances.

Need help to understand

Hi,
I am try to know what to do about the upgrade my device ROM
But i like to backup it first for that i need to put it on Root
I look on Google and get to the forum that i know from long ago when i had WM device
Any way i got lost on what CF-Root i need or what tar file i need
This is my device .
OS : 2.3.5
Model : GT-I9100T
Baseband : I9100TJIKI2
Kernel: 2.6.35.7-I9100TJIK1-CL641788 [email protected]#2
Build Number:GINGERBREAD.JIKJ1
What is the version of the tar file i am look ?
The only thing i know i need is the Odin but that is it
I look every ware on the forum but didnt manage to understand what is the right file for me.
Sorry if i post in the wrong forum
Thank who ever help
Boaz
Any one ?
boazor said:
What is the version of the tar file i am look ?
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Hope this would help
No bumping threads after an hour :-/ This isn't your personal tech support forum.
Guides.
Re: which CFRoot kernel to use, pay attention to the section in bold red on the first page of the CFRoot thread which says 'Help ! Which file do I use ?'
If you can't find the right kernel after reading that section carefully a couple of times & comparing it to the details in your first post, you probably shouldn't be rooting your phone.
Alternatively, you can use the Odin version of another pre-rooted kernel rather than CFRoot, tho obviously you'll need to dig around in the development sections for a Gingerbread version of said kernel given you're running a GB rom (if you flash an >=ICS kernel on a GB rom the phone won't boot).

I900 nesl1 baseband Help needed?

Hello to every1
I am a newbie to android, I recently bought a GT-I900 and I would like to root the phone and install a custom stock firmware.
phone details are as:
Baseband I9100NELS1
Kernel Version:3.0.31 [email protected] #3
Build number: JZO54K.I9100XWLSD
the phone is also locked to three network UK
Please help me on how to root it and install a custom firmware as I hate all the apps that come preinstalled with.
1) This is a question, so post in the Q&A-section, or ask a moderator to move this.
2) Your android version is (surprise!) 4.1.2, so look for guides to root JB.
3) For further questions: read the whole General section for information.
Damn, the WHOLE general forum?
Boy he's in for a few allnighters
Sent from the little guy

Samsung I9100 Root + CWM Safe

Dear all,
I'm sorry in advance if the post exist but I'm completely lost with the process of rooting and install cwm and new roms on my Samsung Galaxy S2 I9100. I searched a lot how to do it and in the safer way as I don't want to brick my phone.
My phone version is:
PDA: I9100XWKE7
PHONE: I9100JCKE1
CSC: I9100JCKE1
Android Version : 2.3.3
Baseband Version: I9100JCKE1
Kernel Version: 2.6.37.7-I9100XWKE7-CL215725 [email protected]#2
Build number GINGERBREAD.XWKE7
Please help I would like to root and install Jellybean ROM 4.1.2 or 4.2 either Official or Custom on it. If needed install CWM
Thanks in advance for your help
P.S I think it is the International I9100
Please Help...
this is the best guide out there. rooted mine and girlfriend's S2 with it
http://androidforums.com/galaxy-s2-...t/482994-rooting-galaxy-s2-dummies-guide.html
Doomlord oneclick is tge safest way.
Framaroot app could also work as it's an exynos exploit.
Above poster, stick to xda threads.
Sent from the little guy
Thanks both of you for your reply... I will read them and try it in a moment the time for my phone to be fully charged.
Thanks
Alright, good luck.
Sent from the little guy
GT-i9100
Ultiweap said:
Thanks both of you for your reply... I will read them and try it in a moment the time for my phone to be fully charged.
Thanks
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Hi..i have the very same phone and I`v been on the net for a week now try`na find the best way to root and upgrade my phone..
so I just wanted to find out if you wer able to to do yours and if so how!!
Thanks
Thread stickied near the top of Q&A titled '[GUIDE][ICS/JB] 05/09 - Flash Stock firmware/ROM + Root & SIM Unlock[AIO]'.
MistahBungle said:
Thread stickied near the top of Q&A titled '[GUIDE][ICS/JB] 05/09 - Flash Stock firmware/ROM + Root & SIM Unlock[AIO]'.
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Thanks a lot found it...my phone is running GingerBreadXWKE7..i would like to install Jelly Bean on it..where do I get the firmware..had downloaded CARBON-JB-UNOFFICIAL-20130823-1241-i9100..but I understand I need to root my phone 1st..
Did you even read the thread ?
Follow the instructions in the thread to upgrade your phone to stock JB, root it, download your custom rom of choice, follow the instructions on the first page of the thread devoted to that rom in order to flash it.

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