I'm new to the xda forums, so please bear with my total lack of knowledge on the subject.
This is the first time I'm rooting a phone. I read on a guide here that I need to download odin and a zip file of a kernel. The guide mentioned that the last three characters of my phone's kernel must be identical to the kernel that I'm downloading.
The thing is, I can't find those last "three characters" to search for..
Here is all that is shown under "Kernel version":
3.0.15-1087786
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Sep 5 09:43:03 EEST 2012
The android version is 4.0.4 (Which I've updated to just recently) and I'm using a Samsung Galaxy SII GT-9100.
So the question is Which kernel should I use for rooting my phone?
You can try siyah or speedmod
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If you want a pure stock based kernel, use the PhilZ-CWM6 kernel. This kernel can be flashed in the stock recovery, so your flash counter doesn't get effected.
You can use Siyah which I recommend. It depends on whether you just want root for rooted apps or to install custom roms
I believe the thread you're talking about is using the insecure cf kernel.
However since you're on 4.0.4 it isn't advisable to use that kernel since you may be susceptible to the emmc brick bug which will render your phone useless.
What you can do is install one of the above mentioned custom kernels. If you have a particular Rom in mind that you want to install, mention it here so that somebody can recommend a compatible kernel.
Neither siyah nor dorimanx require a particular build ( last three letters you were talking about) they're compatible with any ICS kernel, I have no idea about PhilZ kernel so can't comment on that.
Just FYI, i believe the three letters you're looking for will be found in the build number tab of 'about phone' in settings.
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Simply download siyah 4.1.5 tar and flash via odin 1.85 as PDA: done
HAXTREME said:
I believe the thread you're talking about is using the insecure cf kernel.
However since you're on 4.0.4 it isn't advisable to use that kernel since you may be susceptible to the emmc brick bug which will render your phone useless.
What you can do is install one of the above mentioned custom kernels. If you have a particular Rom in mind that you want to install, mention it here so that somebody can recommend a compatible kernel.
Neither siyah nor dorimanx require a particular build ( last three letters you were talking about) they're compatible with any ICS kernel, I have no idea about PhilZ kernel so can't comment on that.
Just FYI, i believe the three letters you're looking for will be found in the build number tab of 'about phone' in settings.
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I want to install the CM9 rom for the s2. (I think it's jellybean 4.1.1?)
My build number is IMM76D.JHLPC
Baseband version is I9100JHLPC
Cm9 is ICS mate..not JB (4.1.1) that's cm10.
If you want cm9 ( older but stable) you can use siyah 4.1.5, if cm10, you'll have to use siyah 5.0 or the latest dorimanx kernel.
In both cases your current firmware doesn't matter.
There are many threads on how to root and get cm9 or cm10. Search and you'll find em.
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You can root using odin-or you can root using recovery.
With odin,thats relying on everything being ok between your phone,and your pc.
Using recovery means no need for pc,you are flashing a temporary cwm which enables you to install su/busybox.You then flash a custom kernel containing permanent cwm(and emmc cap erase disabled).
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Hello
I have a insecure kernel installed.
do I need to install a secured kernel?
is there any issues with staying with a insecure kernel?
if I update with a new kernel does the kernel need to be with the firmware I have ie 2.3.5
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Insecure kernel just means adb has root permissions, and its not really a problem in the long run as long as it's upto date.
It's best to match the kernel to the rom you are using, so a ki3 2.3.5 kernel with a ki3 rom etc.
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I have rooted my phone using the insecure kernel of chainfire and I also obtained the stock kernel provided by him. But, when I load the stock kernel using Odin my phone is just restored and I lose the root. What's wrong there? Any idea?!
Jetroid said:
I have rooted my phone using the insecure kernel of chainfire and I also obtained the stock kernel provided by him. But, when I load the stock kernel using Odin my phone is just restored and I lose the root. What's wrong there? Any idea?!
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root goes through the kernel so putting a non-rooted kernel back on takes away root
you need to search for a stock rooted kernel to go back to stock kernel and still have root
intrancer said:
Hello
I have a insecure kernel installed.
do I need to install a secured kernel?
is there any issues with staying with a insecure kernel?
if I update with a new kernel does the kernel need to be with the firmware I have ie 2.3.5
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I rooted and kepted an inscure kernel on my phone and had no problems and if you are going to flash a custom rom then it will come with an inscure kernel anyway.
kyle51 said:
root goes through the kernel so putting a non-rooted kernel back on takes away root
you need to search for a stock rooted kernel to go back to stock kernel and still have root
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I wonder if you can guide me through a possible thread on it here in forum!?
hi all
i want to root my samaung galaxy s2 GT-i9100 but i don't know the suitable kernel for it, Please help me with (secure & original ) kernel and link that could download from
phone info.
android version 4.0.3
baseband version : i9100XXLPX
kernel version : 3.0.15 - i900JPLPF - CL644992 [email protected]#3
build number : IML74K.JPLPF
could you also learn me how to specify kernel ??
thanks
Philz... try it stock kernel
Happy new year
Paulius
DALYA* said:
hi all
i want to root my samaung galaxy s2 GT-i9100 but i don't know the suitable kernel for it, Please help me with (secure & original ) kernel and link that could download from
phone info.
android version 4.0.3
baseband version : i9100XXLPX
kernel version : 3.0.15 - i900JPLPF - CL644992 [email protected]#3
build number : IML74K.JPLPF
could you also learn me how to specify kernel ??
thanks
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flash siyah kernel 5.01 with Odin
pasanjay said:
flash siyah kernel 5.01 with Odin
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if i used siyah kernel 5.01 could i follow the same procedures of secure and original kernel method ?
i found the secure and origiral kernel with tar.md5 is this kernel suitable to my phone ?
Kernel_I9100JPLPF_INSECURE.tar.md5
this is my first try to rooted my device and didnot know the difference between kernels
DALYA* said:
if i used siyah kernel 5.01 could i follow the same procedures of secure and original kernel method ?
i found the secure and origiral kernel with tar.md5 is this kernel suitable to my phone ?
Kernel_I9100JPLPF_INSECURE.tar.md5
this is my first try to rooted my device and didnot know the difference between kernels
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Did you ever find the secure kernel for the GT-i9100? I just rooted my device but I can't find a secure original kernel anywhere. I would like to have root on my phone with a secure kernel. Why is this so far to find? Do most people just operate their phones with the insecure kernel? Isn't that unsafe?
Is there any way of finding out wether or not I have a kernel that is affected by the MMC-Superbrick-bug? I strongly believe I am not affected by this bug, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
I have a Cyanogenmod Kernel which I flashed using the "noob-proof" guide for Cyanogenmod 9.
GT-I9100 said:
3.0.32-CM-ge9cef6c
[email protected] #1
SMP PREEMPT Thu Aug 9 23:45:01 PDT 2012
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Any help would be appreciated :laugh:
bartdoek said:
Is there any way of finding out wether or not I have a kernel that is affected by the MMC-Superbrick-bug? I strongly believe I am not affected by this bug, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
I have a Cyanogenmod Kernel which I flashed using the "noob-proof" guide for Cyanogenmod 9.
Any help would be appreciated :laugh:
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no it doesn't have it, only the stock kernels of Some v4.0.4 firmware had it, so ur safe with that kernel(CM9)
bartdoek said:
Is there any way of finding out wether or not I have a kernel that is affected by the MMC-Superbrick-bug? I strongly believe I am not affected by this bug, but it's better to be safe than sorry.
I have a Cyanogenmod Kernel which I flashed using the "noob-proof" guide for Cyanogenmod 9.
Any help would be appreciated :laugh:
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-Only original/stock kernels of ICS 4.0.4 firmwares are affected by the super brick bug.
Kernels based on the stock 4.0.4one may also contain the bug e.g insecure kernels for rooting or CF-ROOT.
-99.9% is the custom kernels however do not have this super brick bug. I can confirm these kernels don't have it:
-Siyah kernel
-Dorimanx kernel
-dream kernel
-Speedmod kernel
-Neak kernel
-Codeworkx kernel, shipped with CYANOGENMODs and AOKP Roms
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Thanks a ton! You guys are the best :good:
Guys its only a suggestion.....
It will be good if some developer can make a windows based application or script that can check any kernel with "MMC_CAP_ERASE=1 or ENABLED"
So one will have to just select a kernel file (.zip or .tar or zimage) and the application will return with a message saying "This Kernel is SAFE to Flash !!!" or "Danger !!! This kernel has Brick bug. Install with extreme caution"
That will help people to check any kernel before flashing and without any fear of brick..
Add fluxi kernel to the safe kernels list.
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I have run the Gotbrickbug/v1,0.apk and this app said that i have the brickbug. I run 4.0.3 baseband XXLPW - kernel 3,0,15/i9100XWLPD-CL524746.
How can i safely update to jellybean cm10?
Spiralzz said:
Add fluxi kernel to the safe kernels list.
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I know definitely that Fluxi is safe but i was recommending the safe ones for stock ROMs.
Fluxi only works on AOSP ROMs
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Spiralzz said:
Add fluxi kernel to the safe kernels list.
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Lol,I asked that the other day.
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theunderling said:
Lol,I asked that the other day.
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Lol!
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Hi guys, I'm new here and I'm thinking about changing the ROM on my SGS2.
Searching around the internet I noticed the warning about this bug quite a few times. I didn't find a way to check if I got it though.
Here are the info from my phone:
Android version: 4.0.3
Baseband version: I9100XXLPQ
Kernel version: 3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505 [email protected] #3
Build number: IML74K.XXLPQ
I've updated from GB to ICS when it first came out through Odin. I didn't wait for the ROM from my provider, though, but just downloaded a rom from some Poland provider.
So, do I have this bug? If you can't help me, can you please tell me how I can find out?
Thanks
Theres a sticky in the general section listing the firmwares affected by the bug. But it only affects 4.0.4. You're on 4.0.3
So as long as you dont upgrade to 4.0.4 stock you're safe.
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@HAXTREME: Thank you! I found the sticky now. I'm glad my ROM is not affected.
How about Jelly Bean ? I have a brick bug chip on my i9100...is it safe to go to JB or JB kernels are affected ?
F670ES said:
How about Jelly Bean ? I have a brick bug chip on my i9100...is it safe to go to JB or JB kernels are affected ?
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As of now, nobody seems to have reported the emmc bug on the leaked JB. So its probably safe. If you want to be 100% safe, you may want to use a custom kernel with the JB stock firmware.
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HAXTREME said:
As of now, nobody seems to have reported the emmc bug on the leaked JB. So its probably safe. If you want to be 100% safe, you may want to use a custom kernel with the JB stock firmware.
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Hi HAXTREME,
I've flashed my SGS2 with Dorimanx kernel V7.27, which says that this version is safe kernel.
So can I flash a custom ROM like Resurrection Remix JB on my SGS2 - I9100 phone ?
How can I verify my phone is safe from brickbug issue ?
Regards,
Hereticnine.
HAXTREME said:
As of now, nobody seems to have reported the emmc bug on the leaked JB. So its probably safe. If you want to be 100% safe, you may want to use a custom kernel with the JB stock firmware.
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I am going to install custom JB and test a couple of custom kernels. But I'm not sure if all custom JB kernels are 100% safe ? I know Dorimanx, Siyah and Philz are safe.
Btw will that procedure be safe for me (I am on a stock GB 2.3.3 now) :
1. Root phone
2. Flash custom JB rom with CWM or ODIN.....or flash safe custom kernel first ? If so what custom kernel will fit stock GB 2.3.3
hereticnine said:
Hi HAXTREME,
I've flashed my SGS2 with Dorimanx kernel V7.27, which says that this version is safe kernel.
So can I flash a custom ROM like Resurrection Remix JB on my SGS2 - I9100 phone ?
How can I verify my phone is safe from brickbug issue ?
Regards,
Hereticnine.
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First You have to chceck if You have brick bug chip with "emmc brickbug check" from Play Store or with app from this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=27014974&postcount=1
And You need to know which kernels are safe but I don't have exact info. The kernels that I mentioned earlier are safe.
F670ES said:
I am going to install custom JB and test a couple of custom kernels. But I'm not sure if all custom JB kernels are 100% safe ?
Btw will that procedure be safe for me (I am on a stock GB 2.3.3 now) :
1. Root phone
2. Flash custom JB rom with CWM or ODIN.....or flash safe custom kernel first ? If so what custom kernel will fit stock GB 2.3.3
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You're on GB so none of those kernels will work for you.
You'd need to first flash stock 4.0.3 and then you can flash one of those kernels.
Or directly flash the leaked 4.1 stock JB. Like I said, AFAIK nobody has found it to be affected by the emmc bug so you should be safe flashing it. Else if you don't feel it safe, use the procedure I mentioned to install siyah, dori, etc.
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I went for the custom SlimBean + Siyah kernell and it's OK Now I wait for official 4.1.2.
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You're on GB so none of those kernels will work for you.
You'd need to first flash stock 4.0.3 and then you can flash one of those kernels.
Or directly flash the leaked 4.1 stock JB. Like I said, AFAIK nobody has found it to be affected by the emmc bug so you should be safe flashing it. Else if you don't feel it safe, use the procedure I mentioned to install siyah, dori, etc.
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This may be a bit of a n00b question, but I want to make sure I don't risk bricking my phone...
I have Android stock 4.0.4 on a non-rooted phone with the superbrick bug (damn!).
(Network unlocked Galaxy S2 GT-I9100 Android 4.0.4 stock image (downloaded via mobile internet),
Baseband I9100XXLQ6,
Kernel version 3.0.15-1056084 [email protected] #3 SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 22 22:58:24 KST 2012,
Build number IMM76D.XWLPW.)
If I only want superuser access on the phone, what is the safest way of going about it? And is there a way of backing up absolutely everything on the phone including the hidden folders like /EFS etc in case I want to go back to the non-rooted version, or in case something goes wrong and I can still flash the phone?
I found a tutorial on teamandroid that looks the easiest to follow, it states to install Odin, then Download SiyahKernel Root I9100XWLPW, then flash/install, does this sound safe, or is there a risk of bricking my phone as I have 4.0.4 with the superbrick bug. (It's a simplified version of the tutorial as I cannot post links yet!)
PS I won't be updating the firmware after this.
Thanks in advance guys.
PS If I do need to flash the 4.0.3 or earlier, where can I find the official ROM's?
Hi all,
I stupidly started messing around with flashing kernels onto my SGS2-P, and then found out about this emmc bug.
My device is one of those affected, and I want to go back to my official kernel, mainly because of the emmc worry and
also the G-sensor for orientation doesn't work anymore.
The kernel I flashed was 3.0.15-I9100XWLPT-CL941023.
Does anyone have the official 3.0.15-I9100PXXLPH-CL378510 [email protected] #3 kernel? I have searched the forums but only found a ROM and not sure how to extract just that kernel to flash it.
Please please anyone, if you can help I'd be very appreciative.
Phone details:
Model number
GT-I9100P
Android version
4.0.3
Baseband version
I9100PXXLPC
Kernel version
3.0.15-I9100PXXLPH-CL378510 [email protected] #3
Build number
IML74K.XXLPH
xteejx said:
Hi all,
I stupidly started messing around with flashing kernels onto my SGS2-P, and then found out about this emmc bug.
My device is one of those affected, and I want to go back to my official kernel, mainly because of the emmc worry and
also the G-sensor for orientation doesn't work anymore.
The kernel I flashed was 3.0.15-I9100XWLPT-CL941023.
Does anyone have the official 3.0.15-I9100PXXLPH-CL378510 [email protected] #3 kernel? I have searched the forums but only found a ROM and not sure how to extract just that kernel to flash it.
Please please anyone, if you can help I'd be very appreciative.
Phone details:
Model number
GT-I9100P
Android version
4.0.3
Baseband version
I9100PXXLPC
Kernel version
3.0.15-I9100PXXLPH-CL378510 [email protected] #3
Build number
IML74K.XXLPH
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Download CF-ROOT kernel for your phone (xxlph) here: download.chainfire.eu/147/CF-Root/SGS2/CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_LPH-v5.2-CWM5.zip
Flash via Odin
Notes:
-CF-ROOT will root your phone (sorry, that's the only option i could find for now)
- You can remove yellow triangle with triangle away app
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
Don't the cf root kernels have the MMC_CAP_ERASE problem?
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I'm just really worried about bricking my phone. Otherwise I'd be flashing away like my last device.
Siyah kernel.... Safe or dodgy?
Also, are kernels and ROMs separated for these phones or are they bundled together?
Maybe this should be something to ask on those topics sorry
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xteejx said:
I'm just really worried about bricking my phone. Otherwise I'd be flashing away like my last device.
Siyah kernel.... Safe or dodgy?
Also, are kernels and ROMs separated for these phones or are they bundled together?
Maybe this should be something to ask on those topics sorry
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Siyah kernel is a stable kernel and is one of the most popular kernels for our S2.. so it is completely safe to flash Siyah with CWM/Odin considering that you follow all the necessary steps to get it done correctly , here's how http://galaxys2root.com/galaxy-s2-hacks/how-to-installflash-a-new-kernel-on-galaxy-s2-i9100/
here's the list of Siyah kernels http://gokhanmoral.com/
and an index of kernels http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1255790
hope this helps
Your build number is from a 4.0.4 ROM, not 4.0.3. Weird?
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You are on 4.0.3 then why Problem
Peace
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blade30p said:
Your build number is from a 4.0.4 ROM, not 4.0.3. Weird?
Sent from My Omega powered beast, using Xparent ICS
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My build number has always been this (I bought the phone with ICS). Strange indeed.
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Flash a siyah kernel or any other safe kernel sir
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Already flashed the latest siyah kernel, should have updated here
Thank you everyone who helped, appreciate it
I now have screen rotation again, and other cpu stepping options etc if I want them... Sweeeet
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guys i was using siyah with cm9.... i flashed neak a week ago just to test it but i was not happy ....so i wanted to flash siyah today and tried to get into recovery which i am not able to....shud i flash a cwm recovery now..????..how do i flash it...???...because i cant get into cwm recovery to flash anything now....plz can someone help me on this...
sannik said:
guys i was using siyah with cm9.... i flashed neak a week ago just to test it but i was not happy ....so i wanted to flash siyah today and tried to get into recovery which i am not able to....shud i flash a cwm recovery now..????..how do i flash it...???...because i cant get into cwm recovery to flash anything now....plz can someone help me on this...
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u can just flash the .tar file of siyah kernel latest thro 'Odin'
u will have ur CWM back after that u can flash any ROM/Kernel zip file's
Can you go to download mode at all. Down volume+ home + power
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Sun90 said:
u can just flash the .tar file of siyah kernel latest thro 'Odin'
u will have ur CWM back after that u can flash any ROM/Kernel zip file's
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thanks bro... but i have a macbook pro and imac....but somehow mobile odin worked and then i flashed siyah....recovery working now....
By the way do you speak KANNADA...???????
Hi guys. I have been a frequent visitor and learned alot about android and features. I am ready to root my galaxy s2 i9100
My details are :
Android version: 4.04
Model number gt-i9100
Baseband version: i9100XXLQ6
Kernal version: I9100xxlbq-cl911584
build number: IMM76D.XXLQB
I downloaded
ODIN 1.85
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_XEO_LQB-v5.6-CWM5
I am not seeing the original kernal file up for download for my version. What else do I need for my root? Is there any advice such as best method and such. Thank you kindly everyone. Mods, if I posted in the wrong section, please move my thread to the correct location.
That's all you need mate. This kernel is declared safe by Chainfire but as any 4.0.4 kernel should not be used to wipe data because of possibility of emmc cap bug rendering your phone bricked. Root with this kernel but make sure to switch to custom safe one before attempting to wipe data.
Best of luck
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daxgirl said:
That's all you need mate. This kernel is declared safe by Chainfire but as any 4.0.4 kernel should not be used to wipe data because of possibility of emmc cap bug rendering your phone bricked. Root with this kernel but make sure to switch to custom safe one before attempting to wipe data.
Best of luck
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Which one would you recommend for wiping data? i assume by wiping data you mean unrooting. am I right?
wargrafix said:
Which one would you recommend for wiping data? i assume by wiping data you mean unrooting. am I right?
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check here you'll find your answers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242
slimlo said:
check here you'll find your answers http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1756242
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Essentially flashing using a 4.04 firmware will brick the phone? or is it when I flash, it will be bad to flash using a 4.04 firmware? Sooo confused.
If anyone has the steps what I should do, please tell me. I am worried about bricking.
If I root the phone, when official JB comes out, will I be able to update?
any help guys? The thread isn't very clear what do I do if I have this kernal. Do I downgrade before rooting?
Insted of flashing that Cf root kernel with Odin or Cwm, flash Siyah 4.1.5.
www.gokhanmoral.com
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The link, do I root with those? if I do, what will it change?
wargrafix said:
Hi guys. I have been a frequent visitor and learned alot about android and features. I am ready to root my galaxy s2 i9100
My details are :
Android version: 4.04
Model number gt-i9100
Baseband version: i9100XXLQ6
Kernal version: I9100xxlbq-cl911584
build number: IMM76D.XXLQB
I downloaded
ODIN 1.85
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_XEO_LQB-v5.6-CWM5
I am not seeing the original kernal file up for download for my version. What else do I need for my root? Is there any advice such as best method and such. Thank you kindly everyone. Mods, if I posted in the wrong section, please move my thread to the correct location.
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I actually have the same HW version in my new SGS2 and I have checked with eMMC check (downloaded from Google Play) that my chip is safe from "brick bug" :laugh:
Now the question is: which kernel to choose, CF or Siyah ? I'm planning to use CyanogenMod 10 on this phone, does kernel version matter at all in this case ?
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ROM will be either original CM10 or one of the variants (like HellyBean for example)
ZDQ said:
I actually have the same HW version in my new SGS2 and I have checked with eMMC check (downloaded from Google Play) that my chip is safe from "brick bug" :laugh:
Now the question is: which kernel to choose, CF or Siyah ? I'm planning to use CyanogenMod 10 on this phone, does kernel version matter at all in this case ?
/edit:
ROM will be either original CM10 or one of the variants (like HellyBean for example)
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If GotBrickbug app by CF said your chip is safe than it shouldn't matter what kernel you use. Safe hardware.
Personally I always prefer rooting with CF kernels that match my FW version. Then if you're still unsure about the chip... flash siyah, go to advanced (while still in recovery) > reboot recovery. Then wipe data with siyah kernel just to be on the safe side. I always keep siyah 3.5.2 (the first transisiontl ics/jb kernel) for those purposes. CM10 built in kernels are all considered safe so that's the last time you'll ever be worried about it.
Best of luck, man
Thank you very much, I ran emmc check and I have a sane chip.
if I flash with the CF LBQ, what is my next step?
wargrafix said:
Thank you very much, I ran emmc check and I have a sane chip.
if I flash with the CF LBQ, what is my next step?
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your phone will be rooted and u can then choose to install a custom kernel like Siyah v 4.1.5 on ur phone which gives u the latest CWM recovery thro which u can install any custom rom of ur choice(meant for i9100 though) on ur phone
Thank you very much!
If my questions seemed noobish, its because I want to be very sure. It my first expensive phone.
a question though, When samsung upgrades us to JB, will I be able to update it?
wargrafix said:
Thank you very much!
If my questions seemed noobish, its because I want to be very sure. It my first expensive phone.
a question though, When samsung upgrades us to JB, will I be able to update it?
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Samsung releases firmware in various regions and with varied carriers. So I bet that till it is officially released it will take time but when it does you will get OTA if your are on 'STOCK' ROM. but if you move away to custom rom then you will have to update manually.
Sent from my GT I-9100 with CM10 JellyBean L.O.V.E. via Tapatalk 2
So essentially I need to revert to 4.04 stock to upgrade? How do I do that?
wargrafix said:
So essentially I need to revert to 4.04 stock to upgrade? How do I do that?
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To revert back assuming you didn't do backup before, download 4.0.4 firmware for your region on sammobile and flash it using odin.. Then to upgrade it when official update are up just hit OTA, kies, or flash it via odin the same way like you flash 4.0.4..
If you don't have idea how to flash then google it, theres plenty much tutorials out there.. hope it helps
Ohhhhhh. I get it. Flash using CF, or CM 10, use triangle app to remove warning triangle and if I need to unroot, flash with 4.04 (my region) using odin? Sound pretty simple. Am I missing any steps?
wargrafix said:
Ohhhhhh. I get it. Flash using CF, or CM 10, use triangle app to remove warning triangle and if I need to unroot, flash with 4.04 (my region) using odin? Sound pretty simple. Am I missing any steps?
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Actually I get confused myself hehe, by "Flash using CF, or CM 10" you mean flash what? The rest are ok..
Well, let's put this simple, Flash the CF-Root for your phone then you're rooted now, if you want to flash custom rom such as cm10 then flash it (the cm10 zip file to be flashed on recovery mode and don't forget to read the cm10 instruction before & after flashing), if you want to get rid of the triangle then do it with triangle away, finally to unroot and revert to stock, just flash stock firmware via odin..
Hi everyone! I just rooted my phone and it was sooo easy.
Thank you so much. Your advice and help definitely made it much easier than I though.
Yeah, welcome to the rooted world where you can explore more with your phone
Sent from my GT-I9100
Hello, coming from a Nokia user, this is my first time using android phone.
My specifications:
Mobile version: GT-I9100
Android Version: 4.0.4
BaseBand: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1060868 (The damned Kernel, thought it's an unknown chip on Chainfire's app and a sane chip on the other app)
PDA: LPJ
PHONE: LQ6
I am concerning the bugged stock kernels of 4.0.4, so I decided to flash Siyah kernel version 5.0.1 using Odin.
Please recommend for me the version of Odin and supervise the whole process, and how risky it may be.
WorldDj said:
Hello, coming from a Nokia user, this is my first time using android phone.
My specifications:
Mobile version: GT-I9100
Android Version: 4.0.4
BaseBand: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1060868 (The damned Kernel, thought it's an unknown chip on Chainfire's app and a sane chip on the other app)
PDA: LPJ
PHONE: LQ6
I am concerning the bugged stock kernels of 4.0.4, so I decided to flash Siyah kernel version 5.0.1 using Odin.
Please recommend for me the version of Odin and supervise the whole process, and how risky it may be.
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go for it dude
http://galaxys2root.com/galaxy-s2-root/how-to-root-ics-on-att-galaxy-s2-sgh-i777/
(it's good for all S2)
There are enough of tutorials on how to flash a kernel via Odin. So feel free to use the search button.
Its simple and safe. Just ensure you use the TAR version of siyah 5.0.1 while flashing via Odin.
EDIT: @above- the link you posted is for the i777 not i9100. They have different key combinations to be used to enter download mode. For the i9100 its Vol down + home + power. Please do not mislead.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
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There are enough of tutorials on how to flash a kernel via Odin. So feel free to use the search button.
Its simple and safe. Just ensawsure you use the TAR version of siyah 5.0.1 while flashing via Odin.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
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3 Questions: (I am paranoid ) Q1: Will the Siyah 5.0.1 go compatible with the STOCK android 4.0.4?
Q2: Will flashing this kernel lead to data/apps loss?
Q3: Is it compatible with the leaked JellyBean?
WorldDj said:
3 Questions: (I am paranoid ) Q1: Will the Siyah 5.0.1 go compatible with the STOCK android 4.0.4?
Q2: Will flashing this kernel lead to data/apps loss?
Q3: Is it compatible with the leaked JellyBean?
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We're all paranoid when we're screwing around with our phones the first time around. But if you follow the tutorials properly, you have nothing to be worried about.
1. It is. But if you're installing a custom kernel its usually to install a custom ROM. So why exactly are you installing siyah if you plan on sticking to stock 4.0.4?
2. No.
3. I don't think so. But if you install the leaked 'official' JB firmware, it'll replace whichever kernel you have anyways. So unless you're planning on installing siyah AFTER installing the leaked JB, this shouldn't be an issue.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
HAXTREME said:
We're all paranoid when we're screwing around with our phones the first time around. But if you follow the tutorials properly, you have nothing to be worried about.
1. It is. But if you're installing a custom kernel its usually to install a custom ROM. So why exactly are you installing siyah if you plan on sticking to stock 4.0.4?
2. No.
3. I don't think so. But if you install the leaked 'official' JB firmware, it'll replace whichever kernel you have anyways. So unless you're planning on installing siyah AFTER installing the leaked JB, this shouldn't be an issue.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
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I just want to get rid of the stock kernel, and root the phone(back my stuff with titanium before I get the JB or a custom ROM).
Oh man. I really need a point in the right direction. I've been reading all day about this, but I'm worried I'll totally stuff things up if I proceed with out confirmation with what I'm doing.
I received my GS2 from Kogan website yesterday, followed the "How to Root Galaxy S2 i9100! [ICS]" (sorry can't post direct link yet) now everything is great, however the bluetooth with not turn on. It doesn't go bright green when switched on, it stays a dull green and then turns off again. AAAARGH.
Origional Kernel . 3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505 [email protected] #3
Current Kernel. 3.0.15-1060868 (CF-Root-SGS2_XX_XEO_LPQ-v5.3-CWM5.zip)
PDA: LPJ
PHONE: LQ6
BaseBand: I9100XXLQ6
Is this fixable? I've tried really hard to find the origional Kernal so I can put that back on with ODIN. Or should I put Siyah Kernel on?
I had lite'ning ROM on my last GS2, though was wanting to stay a little more stock this time around, as it's not vodafone branded.
markhardy1974 said:
Oh man. I really need a point in the right direction. I've been reading all day about this, but I'm worried I'll totally stuff things up if I proceed with out confirmation with what I'm doing.
I received my GS2 from Kogan website yesterday, followed the "How to Root Galaxy S2 i9100! [ICS]" (sorry can't post direct link yet) now everything is great, however the bluetooth with not turn on. It doesn't go bright green when switched on, it stays a dull green and then turns off again. AAAARGH.
Origional Kernel . 3.0.15-I9100XXLPQ-CL223505 [email protected] #3
Current Kernel. 3.0.15-1060868 (CF-Root-SGS2_XX_XEO_LPQ-v5.3-CWM5.zip)
PDA: LPJ
PHONE: LQ6
BaseBand: I9100XXLQ6
Is this fixable? I've tried really hard to find the origional Kernal so I can put that back on with ODIN. Or should I put Siyah Kernel on?
I had lite'ning ROM on my last GS2, though was wanting to stay a little more stock this time around, as it's not vodafone branded.
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Big thanks to Faryaab, for his great work. Will shout you a beer.
The separate kernel was no longer available. So I put put I9100XXLPQ_I9100OXALPQ_XEO on with ODIN and it's all back to normal.