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Since I updated to ics 4.0.3 i have a wifi problem.When i try to turn on somtimes the notification icon just freezes and I am not connected to internet.Then when the display turns off the phone restarts and then wifi is on.(CONNECTED TO INTERNET).I didn't have this problem when i used gingerbread.And one more question can i flash my s2 i1900 with a gingerbread firmware of another country.Is country firmware problem???
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Not another Country firmware Problem.
I think you Must Reflash Your Firmware/Rom using Odin3
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alban--m said:
Since I updated to ics 4.0.3 i have a wifi problem.When i try to turn on somtimes the notification icon just freezes and I am not connected to internet.Then when the display turns off the phone restarts and then wifi is on.(CONNECTED TO INTERNET).I didn't have this problem when i used gingerbread.And one more question can i flash my s2 i1900 with a gingerbread firmware of another country.Is country firmware problem???
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1. It's Not a country firmware problem.
2. did you perform a factory reset after upgrading to ICS?
U upgraded via kies?
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Jokesy said:
1. It's Not a country firmware problem.
2. did you perform a factory reset after upgrading to ICS?
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I performed a factory reset after upgrading.
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I upgraded via kies.
If odin fails flashing my phone.What's the solution?Can I use emergency recover option from kies?
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alban--m said:
I upgraded via kies.
If odin fails flashing my phone.What's the solution?Can I use emergency recover option from kies?
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What's your present firmware info, Goto Settings - About, and post everything you see
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It's time to update to more stable ICS 4.0.3 version. I will recommend XWLPG or UHLPS
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It's time to update to more stable ICS 4.0.3 version. I will recommend XWLPG or UHLPS
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Could you please refer a link and instructions flashing this firmwares.
And is this process risky.What can I do if I fail flashing this firmwares.Can I use emergency recover option from kies?
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alban--m said:
Could you please refer a link and instructions flashing this firmwares.
And is this process risky.What can I do if I fail flashing this firmwares.Can I use emergency recover option from kies?
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If you follow the instructions very well, it cannot fail.
And if it fails, the risks depends on where and how it failed!
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---------- Post added at 01:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:10 PM ----------
A.
Download ICS 4.0.3 here: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487.
1. I9100UHLPS Download (Thanks To
SamMobile!)
Base Firmware: I9100UHLPS (4.0.3)
Region: South America
Country Argentina
Carrier: Unbranded
Build Date: 12 June 2012
Modem: UHLPG
CSC: AROLP4
Change List: 709483
Or
2. I9100XWLPG Download (Thanks To
SamMobile!)
Base Firmware: I9100XWLPG (4.0.3)
Region: Europe
Country Nordic countries
Carrier: Unbranded
Build Date: 24 May 2012
Modem: XXLPX
CSC: NEELP4
Change List: 619441
CF-Root 5.5 LPG
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Flashing Guide: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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Jokesy said:
If you follow the instructions very well, it cannot fail.
And if it fails, the risks depends on where and how it failed!
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---------- Post added at 01:20 PM ---------- Previous post was at 01:10 PM ----------
A.
Download ICS 4.0.3 here: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1544487.
1. I9100UHLPS Download (Thanks To
SamMobile!)
Base Firmware: I9100UHLPS (4.0.3)
Region: South America
Country Argentina
Carrier: Unbranded
Build Date: 12 June 2012
Modem: UHLPG
CSC: AROLP4
Change List: 709483
Or
2. I9100XWLPG Download (Thanks To
SamMobile!)
Base Firmware: I9100XWLPG (4.0.3)
Region: Europe
Country Nordic countries
Carrier: Unbranded
Build Date: 24 May 2012
Modem: XXLPX
CSC: NEELP4
Change List: 619441
CF-Root 5.5 LPG
B.
Flashing Guide: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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I flashed following instructions.Did not have any problem.Now my s2 is running without any problems.And wifi is working .
Thank u very much for helping.
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I flashed following instructions.Did not have any problem.Now my s2 is running without any problems.And wifi is working .
Thank u very much for helping.
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Good news. Enjoy your phone!
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I have the exact same problem, and I have the exact same numbers and such as alban-min which he posted his settings screenshots.
100% the same.
And I think Alban-m is Albanian like me so I'll ask him which firmware did he flash and its working.
thanks you very much.
agonn said:
I have the exact same problem, and I have the exact same numbers and such as alban-min which he posted his settings screenshots.
100% the same.
And I think Alban-m is Albanian like me so I'll ask him which firmware did he flash and its working.
thanks you very much.
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one of the two firmware i posted earlier, will work for you too. Just follow the instructions
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Should I first do a Factory Reset before flashing it or anything else ?
Or just connect to USB, andd flash the firmware via Odin like it says in the Guide?
i don't want to experience all the pain of installing plenty of apps once again and still have the problem.
THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH
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Should I first do a Factory Reset before flashing it or anything else ?
Or just connect to USB, andd flash the firmware via Odin like it says in the Guide?
i don't want to experience all the pain of installing plenty of apps once again and still have the problem.
THANK YOU VERY VERY MUCH
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You have to perform a factory data reset in recovery before flashing.
You can backup your apps apk files using Es file explorer. Make sure you backup your important data too
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I just flashed the I9100XWLPG firmware and I did not do any factory reset. All the apps and everything is the same as before.
I stillhavent encoutered the wifi problem though, as it doesnt happen all the time, but it happens sometimes, so I still don't know if its fixed ir not.
What should I do now? Do a factory reset and flash the firmware again?
I guess i will reflash the firmware again if I encounter the problem again, and I will not forget the factory reset.
By the way here is how my Settings > About phone looks now after flashing the firmware via Odin.
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I just flashed the I9100XWLPG firmware and I did not do any factory reset. Didnt know.
What should I do now? Do a factory reset and flash the firmware again?
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Do a factory data reset now. There is no need to flash the firmware again.
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I just did a factory reset. Of course I lost all the apps that were installed but if it is fixed the Wi-Fi problem, i will be the happiest man on earth, if not that I'll let you guys know and hopefully get some responses how to fix it.
Thanks a lot. I will reports you if it happens again, if it does not happen in 2 days, I'll report you that it is fixed. Thanks a million times.
Hi, i just got a new s2 on orange, plugged it into kies and it updated to 4.0.4. I want to root this phone to get rid of all oranges annoying bloatware but have just read somewhere about the latest update causing phones to hard brick. Has anybody rooted their s2 after the 4.0.4 official upgrade and if so can you please give me a link to the kernel i need, build is BVLPC. thanks in advance
Try to use search button mate.
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There are some safe kernels you can flash over stock that will root without the brick bug. Using Odin you can flash siyah, neek, speed mod and probably others without breaking your new phone!
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Hi, i just got a new s2 on orange, plugged it into kies and it updated to 4.0.4. I want to root this phone to get rid of all oranges annoying bloatware but have just read somewhere about the latest update causing phones to hard brick. Has anybody rooted their s2 after the 4.0.4 official upgrade and if so can you please give me a link to the kernel i need, build is BVLPC. thanks in advance
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Visit this place : forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1882087&highlight=completely+new
I already helped a beginner like you solve the same problem
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Jokesy said:
Visit this place : forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1882087&highlight=completely+new
I already helped a beginner like you solve the same problem
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if u dont mind, needed a reply to my PM
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if u dont mind, needed a reply to my PM
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Got it.
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And if you Really Don't know every detail about emmc Superbrick Bug then you should downgrade to 4.0.3.
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Hi,
I rooted my phone recently and flashed the latest Siyah Kernel* on it and installed the complementing ExTweaks app. I hadn't played with the settings on ExTweaks, but I've noticed my haptic feedback has gone a bit funny and stopped working. It would be fine when I reboot it, but when I put it into standby/sleep mode and wake it up it stops working. I can change the intensity of the vibrations using ExTweaks, which would get it to work but if I rewake it, it would stop again. So I can gather that it's a software issue rather than hardware. I've tried getting rid of ExTweaks and rebooting the phone but the problem still persists.
Anything (other than flashing the stock ROM) I can do to make it work again?
Thanks.
* (I tried to flash a stock kernel after flashing CF-Root but that bricked my phone so I had to use a microUSB jig to enter download mode, from where I flashed Siyah to get it up and running again. I lost no data and don't know if it's relevant but I thought I'd put this in anyway.)
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#Umair said:
Hi,
I rooted my phone recently and flashed the latest Siyah Kernel* on it and installed the complementing ExTweaks app. I hadn't played with the settings on ExTweaks, but I've noticed my haptic feedback has gone a bit funny and stopped working. It would be fine when I reboot it, but when I put it into standby/sleep mode and wake it up it stops working. I can change the intensity of the vibrations using ExTweaks, which would get it to work but if I rewake it, it would stop again. So I can gather that it's a software issue rather than hardware. I've tried getting rid of ExTweaks and rebooting the phone but the problem still persists.
Anything (other than flashing the stock ROM) I can do to make it work again?
Thanks.
* (I tried to flash a stock kernel after flashing CF-Root but that bricked my phone so I had to use a microUSB jig to enter download mode, from where I flashed Siyah to get it up and running again. I lost no data and don't know if it's relevant but I thought I'd put this in anyway.)
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have you ever performed a factory data reset after upgrading to ICS 4.0.4?
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Jokesy said:
have you ever performed a factory data reset after upgrading to ICS 4.0.4?
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Thanks for your reply. No I have never performed a factory reset, phone originally had GB, which was upgraded to 4.0 and then 4.0.4 without any resets along the way.
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Thanks for your reply. No I have never performed a factory reset, phone originally had GB, which was upgraded to 4.0 and then 4.0.4 without any resets along the way.
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since you are still running Siyah, No problem.
Just perform a factory data reset in Settings - backup & reset
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Would it be best if I did a nandroid backup or will that one suffice?
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Would it be best if I did a nandroid backup or will that one suffice? <br />
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The best option will be to backup your data, contacts, sms etc then do a Nandroid backup just incase
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Just did a factory reset and restore, didn't work :S
It was fine when I reset it, just that when I restored it, it fell apart. Could there be an app which is causing it?
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#Umair said:
Just did a factory reset and restore, didn't work :S
It was fine when I reset it, just that when I restored it, it fell apart. Could there be an app which is causing it?
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Yeah it's possible. You have to isolate the cause of the problem yourself
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I've tinkered around, looks like it happens once I grant root access to CWM via SuperSU. Should I unroot and re-root the phone?
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I've tinkered around, looks like it happens once I grant root access to CWM via SuperSU. Should I unroot and re-root the phone?
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There is nothing bad in trying
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Flashed the stock kernel and that seems to have fixed the problem. Still have root access but no Siyah. Oh well, no need for Siyah... I don't plan on using an unofficial ROM anytime soon.
Thanks for your help Jokesy.
#Umair said:
Flashed the stock kernel and that seems to have fixed the problem. Still have root access but no Siyah. Oh well, no need for Siyah... I don't plan on using an unofficial ROM anytime soon.
Thanks for your help Jokesy.
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You are always welcome.
Have you seen this thread before: forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242
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I did the eMMC check before I rooted my phone and it said that my chip was sane. Don't know if it was a false negative but I'll keep it in mind if I ever flash a ROM
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#Umair said:
I did the eMMC check before I rooted my phone and it said that my chip was sane. Don't know if it was a false negative but I'll keep it in mind if I ever flash a ROM
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Ok
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Hello, my first post here. In february I modified my phone (swedish) and it has all been working ok up until yesterday. Well actually for the last couple of weeks the battery has started running hot and draining fast. But yesterday the sim disappeared and I can get no connection, it even gets stuck when I put it in flight mode.
So I figured I should update things in the best way, but how to go about it. I used guides to get it done last time but I have forgotten most of that and I would be very grateful for help to proceed. I need a stable system only, no clocking etc.
Greetings/ Roger
My system today is as follows
Model number GT-I9100
Android version 2.3.6
Baseband version Unknown
Kernel version 2.6.35.7-I9100XWLA4-CL900411
[email protected] #2
Build number CheckROM RevoHD V6
Tigervilja said:
Hello, my first post here. In february I modified my phone (swedish) and it has all been working ok up until yesterday. Well actually for the last couple of weeks the battery has started running hot and draining fast. But yesterday the sim disappeared and I can get no connection, it even gets stuck when I put it in flight mode.
So I figured I should update things in the best way, but how to go about it. I used guides to get it done last time but I have forgotten most of that and I would be very grateful for help to proceed. I need a stable system only, no clocking etc.
Greetings/ Roger
My system today is as follows
Model number GT-I9100
Android version 2.3.6
Baseband version Unknown
Kernel version 2.6.35.7-I9100XWLA4-CL900411
[email protected] #2
Build number CheckROM RevoHD V6
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You have unknown baseband and IMEI issue!
Dial *#06# to confirm.
Upgrade to ICS ROM/firmware first, then report if your problem still persists.
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Jonesy,
when I dial *#06# it says IMEI ok
ICS ROM/firmware? I could search for hours and still be wondering if I had found what I am looking for. Could you point me to where I could find this and do I use Odin to upgrade??
Many thanks
Jokesy said:
You have unknown baseband and IMEI issue!
Dial *#06# to confirm.
Upgrade to ICS ROM/firmware first, then report if your problem still persists.
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Tigervilja said:
Jonesy,
when I dial *#06# it says IMEI ok
ICS ROM/firmware? I could search for hours and still be wondering if I had found what I am looking for. Could you point me to where I could find this and do I use Odin to upgrade??
Many thanks
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Good. That means you probably have a simpler proble.
I'll get you the links soon
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Hello, did you have some help for me? Appreciate it very much!
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Good. That means you probably have a simpler proble.
I'll get you the links soon
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Hello, did you have some help for me? Appreciate it very much!
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Hey, sorry about that. I totally forgot.
Visit this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1894831
Follow the instructions in post 13.
If you have any question, let me know
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Feels like I am getting close but do I need to download both I9100XWLPG as well as CF-Root 5.5 LPG? It is confusing ..
Thank you very much for your assistance
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Hey, sorry about that. I totally forgot.
Visit this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1894831
Follow the instructions in post 13.
If you have any question, let me know
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Feels like I am getting close but do I need to download both I9100XWLPG as well as CF-Root 5.5 LPG? It is confusing ..
Thank you very much for your assistance
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No. Download the firmware alone
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I flashed it and it is still connected to computer via usb. It keeps flashing the screen Samsung Galaxy SII GT-I9100 (white text on black background) every few seconds and nothing else happens. Should I be worried?
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No. Download the firmware alone
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Getting worried, phone still only blinking..
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I flashed it and it is still connected to computer via usb. It keeps flashing the screen Samsung Galaxy SII GT-I9100 (white text on black background) every few seconds and nothing else happens. Should I be worried?
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Ok got it to work. I flashed it a second time and then the phone started updating and now it works.
So many thanks, only need to root it again I guess :laugh:
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Getting worried, phone still only blinking..
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Jokesy, the phone is now working so thanks. One question, is it a good idea to update it to latest version via Kies now? And then root it?Because this is a standard samsung flash right? Again thanks!
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Ok got it to work. I flashed it a second time and then the phone started updating and now it works.
So many thanks, only need to root it again I guess :laugh:
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Jokesy, the phone is now working so thanks. One question, is it a good idea to update it to latest version via Kies now? And then root it?Because this is a standard samsung flash right? Again thanks!
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if ur rooting ur phone and trying to install a custom rom then there is no point in updating to the latest stock version
if u want to continue with stock, then its good to update it to the latest version
To clarify, I see a 4.0.4 for nordic countries at the same place where the 4.0.3 was. So would it be safe to upgrade it to 4.0.4 using Odin?Or is 4.0.4 a whole different matter? Cheers
Tigervilja said:
Jokesy, the phone is now working so thanks. One question, is it a good idea to update it to latest version via Kies now? And then root it?Because this is a standard samsung flash right? Again thanks!
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Ok, so I can update to 4.0.4 using Odin or Kies and then Root it then? I need that to unlock the carrier.
Would upgrading mean a full swipe?
Regards
Tigervilja said:
Ok, so I can update to 4.0.4 using Odin or Kies and then Root it then? I need that to unlock the carrier.
Would upgrading mean a full swipe?
Regards
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no upgrading is not fullwipe, but in order to have stability u have to do a factory reset after upgrading
before doing factory reset u can backup ur phone with KIES
Dont upgrade to 4.0.4, until you aren't aware of emmc Superbrick Bug
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Ok many thanks. Will upgrade using Odin because Kies does not recognize the phone, crap software that I think.
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Sun90 said:
no upgrading is not fullwipe, but in order to have stability u have to do a factory reset after upgrading
before doing factory reset u can backup ur phone with KIES
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Ok lucky me I have not updated yet. So I stay with 4.0.3 or what? Brick bugs are a no go!
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Dont upgrade to 4.0.4, until you aren't aware of emmc Superbrick Bug
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Is there a way to check if I have the bug with this kernel?
kernel version
3.0.15-I9100XWLPG-CL619441
[email protected]#3
Thanks for the heads up
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Hello everyone,
I rooted my Galaxy i9100 S2 using the SU Busybox method ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719 ) with a view to installing cyanogenmod CM9. I installed CWM recovery and successfully rooted the phone. It rebooted and I had the Superuser app.
Then, I entered CWM recovery to install the CM9 rom. After I selected the option to Wipe data/factory reset, the phone started wiping the data and then it suddenly turned itself off. Now it will not turn itself on, nor will it charge. Basically, nothing is displayed on the screen. I tried all methods available, from trying to enter recovery mode to doing a soft reset, and nothing happens.
I was running on the stock Samsung Android ICS ROM. I didn't get to install a custom ROM, and the root went well, as I was able to boot successfully after that.
Why do you think this happened? Do you have any advice for me ?
Thanks a lot !
If you had 4.0.4 stock samsung ics with brick bug you can say good bye to your phone. . .
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Were you on ICS 4.0.4? If so, and you have used wipe data/factory reset with the stock CWM, I think you may have been hit by the infamous eMMc brick bug. I believe the only fix is a replacement motherboard or Samsung Repair Centre.
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themadba said:
Were you on ICS 4.0.4? If so, and you have used wipe data/factory reset with the stock CWM, I think you may have been hit by the infamous eMMc brick bug. I believe the only fix is a replacement motherboard or Samsung Repair Centre.
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Yes, I was running on the 4.0.4 Can I install the motherboard myself ? I am pretty handy with computers...
Motherboard replacements are possible yes. I'm not sure where you can purchase one. I'm handy with computers myself but I don't think I would want to replace it myself. I'm just wondering because I remember reading somewhere that Samsung said something like they would help fix phones hit by the brick bug because it was their fault. Don't hold me to that, but also because you were on stock ICS, Samsung may repair it if it's still in warranty of course.
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Have you tried Entering Download Mode... Uf its not then its super brick emmc bug...
Now you cam try usb jig if that dont work them motherboard replacement is only thing left
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ghost_florian said:
Yes, I was running on the 4.0.4 Can I install the motherboard myself ? I am pretty handy with computers...
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Have you ever seen this thread before? forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242
You should blame yourself for this.
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Jokesy said:
Have you ever seen this thread before? forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242
You should blame yourself for this.
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Well aren't you nice. I know the brick bug has had so much publicity but you shouldn't expect an official ROM from Samsung to brick your phone.
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Jokesy said:
Have you ever seen this thread before? forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242
You should blame yourself for this.
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Are you in Bad Mood?
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Omaxe said:
Are you in Bad Mood?
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Not in a bad mood bro. In fact my team just won.
The thing is, I'm always not so happy with people bricking their phone when it was avoidable in the first place. That warning thread was made sticky for some reason.
You know we always warn people about the stock 4.0.4 kernel, but some of them like the OP will always blame Samsung for their own error as if Samsung wanted them to flash a custom ROM in the first place.
It's just not good enough!
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I didn't know I have to search the whole forum before doing a wipe. It's not an uncommon procedure...
Anyway, I took it to my local Samsung service. The phone is still under warranty, so the guy said it might take a few days but it will be free. The guy also said they have had a few instances like this.
When I get the phone back, can I flash a 4.0.3 stock rom, and then wipe data/factory reset ? I really want CM9 (the latest version, with 4.0.4) installed on it, as I like the stock android feel...
ghost_florian said:
I didn't know I have to search the whole forum before doing a wipe. It's not an uncommon procedure...
Anyway, I took it to my local Samsung service. The phone is still under warranty, so the guy said it might take a few days but it will be free. The guy also said they have had a few instances like this.
When I get the phone back, can I flash a 4.0.3 stock rom, and then wipe data/factory reset ? I really want CM9 (the latest version, with 4.0.4) installed on it, as I like the stock android feel...
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Yes.
If you have any confusion about the brick bug stuff, you can ask questions now so that when your phone returns, this kind of thing will never happen again.
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Jokesy said:
Yes.
If you have any confusion about the brick bug stuff, you can ask questions now so that when your phone returns, this kind of thing will never happen again.
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Sir I also have the insane chip in my phone and I'm am rooted and currently using cm10 20120921 nightly version...is it safe for me to revert back to cm9?? coz right now when the cm10 nightly releases it has bug on it and sometimes my phone would heat up during net browsing and just watching videos...thanks for the reply sir
darkluna said:
Sir I also have the insane chip in my phone and I'm am rooted and currently using cm10 20120921 nightly version...is it safe for me to revert back to cm9?? coz right now when the cm10 nightly releases it has bug on it and sometimes my phone would heat up during net browsing and just watching videos...thanks for the reply sir
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Don't worry, the insane chip will only cause a brick when you try to wipe data/factory reset when using the stock CWM on 4.0.4 ROM's. Your on 4.1 so your fine.
As for the bugs concerning CM10, please remember that they are still in nightly and no Release Candidate has been made yet.
If you have any concerns, drop a message in the CM10 thread, someone will be able to help you better there.
themadba said:
Don't worry, the insane chip will only cause a brick when you try to wipe data/factory reset when using the stock CWM on 4.0.4 ROM's. Your on 4.1 so your fine.
As for the bugs concerning CM10, please remember that they are still in nightly and no Release Candidate has been made yet.
If you have any concerns, drop a message in the CM10 thread, someone will be able to help you better there.
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Thanks for the info sir...I'm still waiting for my post to get to 10 so I can drop by CM10 thread on the development section...
darkluna said:
Thanks for the info sir...I'm still waiting for my post to get to 10 so I can drop by CM10 thread on the development section...
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Well you have it now
Good luck with sorting your problem, remember they are nightlies!
darkluna said:
Sir I also have the insane chip in my phone and I'm am rooted and currently using cm10 20120921 nightly version...is it safe for me to revert back to cm9?? coz right now when the cm10 nightly releases it has bug on it and sometimes my phone would heat up during net browsing and just watching videos...thanks for the reply sir
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You are 100% safe.
Once you don't mess with CWM recovery on Samsung's ICS 4.0.4 kernel, there is nothing to worry about
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i made the mistake of wiping data,, it worked fine untill i flashed cm10 then i went to flash gapps then it went dead,,, i cant send it to samsung cuz the imei is blocked,, i bought a blocked phone silly me, the only thing left for me to do it change the mainboard