Hello everyone..
Sorry if this thread is similar any other intro available here. My previous device was LG O2X, and now SGS2 (GT-I9100, Malaysia). My mind still stuck with LG's environment (ROM tools, region firmware and so on). I've tried to understand all the device properties, but still i can't understand any of it. Here is my questions:-
1) Can someone teach me how to read and understand all the numbers+alphabets in the "About Phone"? How to know my ROM is specific for
SEA region?
2) For stock firmware, is it only available at SamMobile website, or also available here (XDA Development area)?
3) Is the firmware update different with other region? Like mine is 4.0.3, but red there is 4.0.4..
Thanks in advance to whoever answer this thread. Really appreciate it. Thank you again. :angel:
ghadap said:
Hello everyone..
Sorry if this thread is similar any other intro available here. My previous device was LG O2X, and now SGS2 (GT-I9100, Malaysia). My mind still stuck with LG's environment (ROM tools, region firmware and so on). I've tried to understand all the device properties, but still i can't understand any of it.
Thanks in advance to whoever answer this thread. Really appreciate it. Thank you again. :angel:
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Here is my questions:-
1) Can someone teach me how to read and understand all the numbers+alphabets in the "About Phone"? How to know my ROM is specific for
SEA region?
U can check the build number in 'About phone' and serach on XDA to no more about the same or google it
2) For stock firmware, is it only available at SamMobile website, or also available here (XDA Development area)?
Alternatively u can dwnld the same from HERE
3) Is the firmware update different with other region? Like mine is 4.0.3, but red there is 4.0.4..
Connect ur phone to 'Kies' and see if any update is available for ur region
Thanks Sun90...
Ok, mine shown XXLPQ.. does it means "international ROM"?
ghadap said:
Thanks Sun90...
Ok, mine shown XXLPQ.. does it means "international ROM"?
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AFAIK it is a MultiCSC rom so has to be an international one
There is a thread which breaks the numbers/letters down to show countries/versions etc.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
Well.. feels like having "culture shock" right now.. thanks everyone for the reply.. just want to make sure which ROM is for my region..
ghadap said:
Well.. feels like having "culture shock" right now.. thanks everyone for the reply.. just want to make sure which ROM is for my region..
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Theres dozens of variants and loads of roms.Your hit with all that and its daunting.
You just post the info you see in settings>about phone or dial *#1234# and you get faster/more accurate help.
You have loads of choices what to do next.You can just upgrade to 4.0.4 and leave it at that.Or do that and only root(means you can remove bloatware and use apps that only work on root).
Theres also a couple of things you may need to know if your planning on not solely staying on stock stuff.
eg 4.0.4 brickbug/efs backup/nand backup.
Just post if you need more info.
Now im getting really3x confused.. Attached is my phone abouts and versions, but seems i cant find my factory default firmware versions. And also my Kies says "your device does not support software upgrading via kies"..
Note: My plan is to use totally stock ICS, root, remove unused apps and services, use CPUEditor (force dual-core) and edit framework to AOSP ICS.. Firmware to look for is for SEA region (Malaysia)
Ok mate a small break down
Getting Malaysian firmware
Singapore and Malaysia both use DX for firmware. For example i am using
DXLPA
Red section stands for the region in this case Malaysia Singapore
Green stands for the firmware version there are lots e.g. LP9 LPB
The latest one is DXLPF for Malaysia.
So from what i see the one you are using is not for Malaysia so this is what you do. (THIS WILL WIPE AWAY ALL YOU APPS)
1. Check this out Flashing Firmware with Odin
2. Download Odin
3. Download Malaysia latest firmware here
4. Boot into stock recovery ( When phone is off press Home+Vol up+Power buttons )
5. Do a factory reset
6. Now take battery out and boot into download mode ( When phone is off press Home+Vol Down+Power buttons )
7. Follow the steps to use odin
8. Now when update is done phone should run the proper Malaysia firmware
9. Download this into the phone here
10. Make sure CSC is set to XME
11. Done. Now you got pure Malaysia firmware
Ok now for rooting
DO NOT USE ROM MANAGER FOR THIS PHONE!!!
Im not sure about the 2X but samsung phones are different. Think of it as the recovery and kernel as one package. Some phones the recovery is a img while the boot is a whole other img but for samsung phones its all in one. To "root" your phone you must flash a kernel which will at the same time give you CWM. (but after doing this you can no longer get official samsung updates, so i recommend you rather jump straight to custom rom)
For getting custom rom:
1. Download any version of CWM from here
2. Download your desired Rom/kernel or both
3. Place files in externel SDcard
4. Boot into stock recovery (Press Home + Power + Vol Up) when phone is off
5. Flash the temp recovery from the stock recovery
6. Do a backup
7. Wipe the usual stuff data/cache
8. Flash accordingly
9. Reboot
10. Now you got custom rom + stock rom backup
For getting root/custom kernel + CWM only:
1. Download any version of CWM from here
2. Download desired kernel
3. Place files in externel SDcard
4. Boot into stock recovery (Press Home + Power + Vol Up) when phone is off
5. Flash the temp recovery from the stock recovery
6. Flash kernel
7. Reboot.
8. Now you got root + CWM
My recommended
kernel : Dorimanx
Rom : Resurrection Remix (ICS or JB)
Thanks grift.. Now i understand.. No wonder there are lots of users using custom kernel.. Will try your methods and link tonight..
Edit: There is no way on earth to maintain the stock kernel, when i root and use CWM is it? I HAVE TO USE custom kernel, by hook or by crook. I can't just root, then install CWM from PlayStore right?
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
Rom manager is not compatible with the i9100... yes its in the app but it bricks phones. Another method... http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746794 no recovery but has root and BB. I never tried that before
Is it because of "Insane chip" brickbug thingy? Now Im worried what Im going to do..
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
The firmware you linked for me, to use in Odin, just select at "PDA" section right?
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ghadap said:
The firmware you linked for me, to use in Odin, just select at "PDA" section right?
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
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Yes (for .tar or .tar.md5 rom files). In PC odin leave everything default (don't tick re-partition!)
Edit: It happens that a rom comes with 3 files - then PDA, PHONE and CSC should be selected accordingly.
Thanks Many40.. I have another question though..
From what I red, this Brickbug is caused by CWM that certain version is not compatible with SGS2.. This makes me feel afraid to change my rom/bb/kernel to Malaysia standard.
My plan is:-
1. Flash Malaysia rom with Odin (as
linked)
2. Root
3. CWM (this is confuse matter)
4. Bloatware removal using
RootExplorer
5. Minor tweaks (CPU Editor, init.d,
bla bla bla..)
My goal is to keep stock as possible, with my own tuning. I've played with O2X, but never heard that CWM causing total brick like this. Hope you / any experts out there can guide me about this, since Im still newbie about SGS2.
Info: The attached pics were my device firmware info (bought from a friend who doesn't know anything about SGS2 Development, and said updated ICS through Kies).
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
ghadap said:
Thanks Many40.. I have another question though..
From what I red, this Brickbug is caused by CWM that certain version is not compatible with SGS2.. This makes me feel afraid to change my rom/bb/kernel to Malaysia standard.
My plan is:-
1. Flash Malaysia rom with Odin (as
linked)
2. Root
3. CWM (this is confuse matter)
4. Bloatware removal using
RootExplorer
5. Minor tweaks (CPU Editor, init.d,
bla bla bla..)
My goal is to keep stock as possible, with my own tuning. I've played with O2X, but never heard that CWM causing total brick like this. Hope you / any experts out there can guide me about this, since Im still newbie about SGS2.
Info: The attached pics were my device firmware info (bought from a friend who doesn't know anything about SGS2 Development, and said updated ICS through Kies).
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
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Hi, Super brick bug is not caused by CWM itself but when you perform some operation from (doesn't matter) stock recovery or custom CWM recovery. This operation is eg. wipe data/factory reset.
So, you are exposed to this bug if you have a kernel based on sources where MMC_CAP_ERASE is present and your eMMC chip is insane. AFAIK all stock ICS 4.0.4 kernels are concerned.
So, if you decide to switch to ICS 4.0.4 you will be saved from the bug if you flash a kernel which has MMC_CAP_ERASE set to "0" (disabled).
Staying on stock kernel on ICS 4.0.4 is very dangerous.
In this case I recommend (still to be as close to stock as possible) to:
1. flash your rom via odin
2. just after flash this: PhilZ-CWM6 kernel via odin as well
This kernel is a stock kernel with root, custom CWM recovery and MMC_CAP_ERASE disabled (super brick bug - safe)
3. Then you can continue with point 4 and further
BTW The rom from the pictures: XXLPQ / OXALPQ it's Polish unbranded ICS 4.0.3 (not exposed to super brick bug).
With what Ive read it is you that is battling against yourself(if you see what I mean).If you want as close to stock as possible then
If the lastest stock malaysia rom is 4.0.4 then thats the one with the brickbug in it.
So to counteract that,you flash a kernel that protects you from that.
But you dont want to do that as then its not as close to stock.
You have a few options,but if you want 4.0.4,then its best to get away from stock kernel.
If you stay on 4.0.3 then you have nothing to worry about.
I dont know the benefits of going from stock 4.0.3>4.0.4 as I use GB.
I do know that a lot of people get nothing but trouble using 4.0.4.
Ok.. I understood more with this explanations.. Correct me if im wrong..
1. I've check at sammobile, latest Malaysia rom is still 4.0.3.. Does it means that this rom version is safe from "brickbug"? (for stock recovery and CWM recovery)
2. Before I begin flash, rom file from sammobile only to be used at "PDA" section, is it? At which website that gives separated rom files?
3. Is there any other methods to root, else than using Odin with custom kernel?
"Hope this post will be my last confusion matter.."
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
ghadap said:
Ok.. I understood more with this explanations.. Correct me if im wrong..
1. I've check at sammobile, latest Malaysia rom is still 4.0.3.. Does it means that this rom version is safe from "brickbug"? (for stock recovery and CWM recovery)
2. Before I begin flash, rom file from sammobile only to be used at "PDA" section, is it? Just let "repartition" uncheck, and install Samsung drivers?
3. Is there any other methods to root, else than using Odin with custom kernel?
"Hope this post will be my last confusion matter.."
Sent from my Thoughts using Telepathy :banghead:
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1) yes 4.0.3 stock ics roms are safe from Brick bug for sure ma8
2) yes u have to use the "PDA" section and leave "repartion" unchecked u have to install samsung drivers first on ur PC for it to recognise ur phone
3)rooting thro ODin with custom kernel like siyah or Dorimanx is the best way for u since they r tried and trusted
hope things are clear for u know
Lets say that I want to stay my default rom stock ics kernel.. Will I be able to root (without any other kernels) and install CWM (Rom Manager) as I've done to my previous phone? Just curious..
Edit: Sorry guys.. Such a silly questions.. Found all the answers already.. Silly me.. :screwy:
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Hey,
Ive been searching for 6 hours now and i still haven't found the solution to my problem.
My problem:
Today i got my Samsung Galaxy S2, so i wanted to put a custom ROM on it using this guide: http://www.redmondpie.com/install-cm7-on-galaxy-s2-using-rom-manager-how-to-tutorial/.
Firstly i rooter my phone without a problem. After that i followed the guide. This was no problem untill i had to: 'Launch ROM Manager and tap on Flash ClockworkMod Recovery and pick Samsung Galaxy S II from the list of compatible smartphones.' There was an error in recovery mode about verification.
After this i flashed my phone with clockworkMod-Recover to be able to put of verification. When i toggled it off i tried to update my phone to CM7 wich was on my sd card.
When i tried rebooting now it was stuck on loading screen with the well-known yelolow triangle.
I tried everything (including: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1108499 -> did everything perfectly). I tried to flash other stuff. But still same problem i wiped it a lot, still nothing.
I can acces download and recovery mode without any problems. i even flashed the phone to the stock kernel (Kernel_I9100XWKI4). so now i dont have a yellow triangle but still stuck at boot screen.
I am desperate and depressed that my expensive phone wont boot up. Can anyone please help me out i'm even willing to pay the one who helps me out.
Thanks in advance!
try flashing stock ROM from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
TheFaixy said:
try flashing stock ROM from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
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Tried this a lot, doesnt fix it.
1) Get the right CF Kernel from the Chainfire kernel thread in the Android Original Development Thread. Extract the zip to get a TAR and extract the TAR to get a z-image file. Also download the corresponding original stock kernel from the Intratech thread in the same section.
2) Flash the TAR in PDA using Odin. Do not click repartition. This lets you boot with with functional Root and CWM.
3) If you want to get rid of the yellow triangle, then load the z-image file into /sdcard. Reboot into download mode and use Odin to flash the stock kernel (again in the PDA without repartition). After that, go to the CWM app, choose flash kernel and locate the zimage and proceed.
NB: You can read Chainfire and Intratechs threads in case I was vague somewhere.
Installing CM
1) After all this, put the latest nightly into /sdcard
2) Boot into recovery.
3) Clear Data, Cache, Dalvik Cache (in advanced). Go to install Zip-->Choose Zip from SD card--> Choose the CM7 nightyl file.
4) Flash is twice i.e consecutively. The first time, it just takes like a second to flash, the second time will be the complete install. No idea why this happens or whether its been fixed now.
5) Reboot.
The next time, dont google for this type of Info. The XDA forums has everything you need and a good search engine too.
Let me know if you still have issues.
Cheers.
EDIT: RomManager works best on CM7 only. I suggest that you keep it that way. It does not work with the basic stock rooted CF Kernels as is mentioned on his thread.
jayerfernandes said:
1) Get the right CF Kernel from the Chainfire kernel thread in the Android Original Development Thread. Extract the zip to get a TAR and extract the TAR to get a z-image file. Also download the corresponding original stock kernel from the Intratech thread in the same section.
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Can u provide me a links to this, i don't seem to find it.
just gonna ask the obvious question here, you do have the international gs2 dont you? not an american t-mobile or at&t version?
skimminstones said:
just gonna ask the obvious question here, you do have the international gs2 dont you? not an american t-mobile or at&t version?
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I got the European one yes.
I ought to have mentioned SGS2 Android Original development forum.
Chainfire - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Intratech - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
jayerfernandes said:
1) Get the right CF Kernel from the Chainfire kernel thread in the Android Original Development Thread. Extract the zip to get a TAR and extract the TAR to get a z-image file. Also download the corresponding original stock kernel from the Intratech thread in the same section.
2) Flash the TAR in PDA using Odin. Do not click repartition. This lets you boot with with functional Root and CWM.
3) If you want to get rid of the yellow triangle, then load the z-image file into /sdcard. Reboot into download mode and use Odin to flash the stock kernel (again in the PDA without repartition). After that, go to the CWM app, choose flash kernel and locate the zimage and proceed.
NB: You can read Chainfire and Intratechs threads in case I was vague somewhere.
Installing CM
1) After all this, put the latest nightly into /sdcard
2) Boot into recovery.
3) Clear Data, Cache, Dalvik Cache (in advanced). Go to install Zip-->Choose Zip from SD card--> Choose the CM7 nightyl file.
4) Flash is twice i.e consecutively. The first time, it just takes like a second to flash, the second time will be the complete install. No idea why this happens or whether its been fixed now.
5) Reboot.
The next time, dont google for this type of Info. The XDA forums has everything you need and a good search engine too.
Let me know if you still have issues.
Cheers.
EDIT: RomManager works best on CM7 only. I suggest that you keep it that way. It does not work with the basic stock rooted CF Kernels as is mentioned on his thread.
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I allready get stuck on the first thing, i flashed the CF kernel with Odin and after this he wont boot so i cant procede. This is my problem he just doesnt wanna boot.
I dont want any custom ROM's anymore i just want the default phone back. This is a disaster.
Did you choose the right CF Kernel. It has to be chosen to be inline with the Kernel version that came with your phone. As you've not managed to flash a modded kernel, you will still be on the same kernel that came along with you phone. You cant choose any CF Kernel that you like.
You've mentioned Kernel_I9100XWKI4. Is this the same that came with the phone or did you pick some random kernel?
Another option is to try that android recovery, but Im not familiar with it and its options.
I had the same issue as you when I was playing around with cutom kernels and CWM
jayerfernandes said:
Did you choose the right CF Kernel. It has to be chosen to be inline with the Kernel version that came with your phone. As you've not managed to flash a modded kernel, you will still be on the same kernel that came along with you phone. You cant choose any CF Kernel that you like.
You've mentioned Kernel_I9100XWKI4. Is this the same that came with the phone or did you pick some random kernel?
Another option is to try that android recovery, but Im not familiar with it and its options.
I had the same issue as you when I was playing around with cutom kernels and CWM
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Yes that is the original one (I9100XWKI4). I am also not familiar with android recovery.
Ok, if its KI4, then theres a Ki4 for Gingerbread 2.3.4 and another for 2.3.5. You have to choose the right one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17704099&postcount=6
jayerfernandes said:
Ok, if its KI4, then theres a Ki4 for Gingerbread 2.3.4 and another for 2.3.5. You have to choose the right one
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=17704099&postcount=6
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I tried both, none worked :s
Then I think its best that you head over to Intratechs thread, a new firmware itself and flash it over. As you say KI4, download XWKI4 2.3.4, both the OXX multi CSC and the stock kernel and reflash your whole firmware as per the instructions in the thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Also make sure that Samsung Kies is not running anywhere. Kill it in processes and do not let it boot in msconfig.
jayerfernandes said:
Then I think its best that you head over to Intratechs thread, a new firmware itself and flash it over. As you say KI4, download XWKI4 2.3.4, both the OXX multi CSC and the stock kernel and reflash your whole firmware as per the instructions in the thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
Also make sure that Samsung Kies is not running anywhere. Kill it in processes and do not let it boot in msconfig.
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FIXED
I wan't to thank u so mutch right now. Send me a pm for payment!
None required mate. If you are still interested in rooting, follow the instructions Id mentioned in my first post using the CF KI4 Kernel for 2.3.4 and you should be fine.
As an alternative custom rom to CM7, check out GingerMod, I can vouch for it.
jayerfernandes said:
None required mate. If you are still interested in rooting, follow the instructions Id mentioned in my first post using the CF KI4 Kernel for 2.3.4 and you should be fine.
As an alternative custom rom to CM7, check out GingerMod, I can vouch for it.
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Well i rly wanted this skin: https://market.android.com/details?id=com.david1171.minimalbread&feature=related_apps
That is very kind of u.
but i'm afraid now to try it again. So if u would make me a detailed version of how to install it step by step starting from what i have now. i would be very gratefull!
I got CM7 to work thanks again for all the help!
Glad to hear that.
Hello guys,
Ive updated via kies to the latest firmwares from my provider - vodafone, i9100BUKJ3 2.3.5 and i've lost my root, how can i reroot the phone?
Thank you!
By using one of the methods you used before? [30/OCT][ROOTING/UNROOTING] Xperia 2011 Easy Rooting Toolkit [v1.0](zergRush Exploit) or [07.11.2011][CF-Root 5.0] KE*, KF*, KG*, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8, KJ1/2/3 - su+bb+CWM4/5 or another custom, pre-rooted kernel, or an insecure kernel to use with SuperOneClick.
abpostelnicu said:
Hello guys,
Ive updated via kies to the latest firmwares from my provider - vodafone, i9100BUKJ3 2.3.5 and i've lost my root, how can i reroot the phone?
Thank you!
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Yes, you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_KJ3.
Or one of the other rooting methods.
P.S.: Have you ever read Intratech's official firmwares thread?
=> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
You can find a Quick Root Guide in the first post as well.
By the way is there a method to get rid of the yellow triangle and to reset the couter?
It_ler said:
Yes, you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_KJ3.
Or one of the other rooting methods.
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Nice repetition.
abpostelnicu said:
By the way is there a method to get rid of the yellow triangle and to reset the couter?
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Yellow triangle --> flash a stock kernel.
Reset counter --> use a USB jig, assuming you have the "old" bootloader.
oinkylicious said:
Nice repetition.
Yellow triangle --> flash a stock kernel.
Reset counter --> use a USB jig, assuming you have the "old" bootloader.
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i'm afraid i didn't keep the bootloader from 2.3.3
All the information you've asked for and are still asking for is written in threads linked to you already.
Intratech said:
If you've already flashed a full package from elsewhere or updated using KIES and cannot reset your binary counter using the Jig just flash this package in the PDA or Bootloader section of Odin to replace the bootloaders and then you can reset the counter: http://www.multiupload.com/LQQBRQVJUD
Here are the new bootloader tarball if you want to flash them back after resetting your binary counter: http://www.multiupload.com/5LNOCL7KPV
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BUKJ3???
It_ler said:
Yes, you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_KJ3.
Or one of the other rooting methods.
P.S.: Have you ever read Intratech's official firmwares thread?
=> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
You can find a Quick Root Guide in the first post as well.
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if i'm rooting from stock rom with BUKJR kernel on it will the XW_kj3 actually work???tnx
theuglytruth89 said:
if i'm rooting from stock rom with BUKJR kernel on it will the XW_kj3 actually work???tnx
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It should work fine.
I am new to all this also. I have rooted my phone using this method. [07.11.2011][CF-Root 5.0] KE*, KF*, KG*, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8, KJ1/2/3 - su+bb+CWM4/5
I was just wondering how i can actually go back to stock? I would greatly appreciate anyone who can shed some light on what i can do if for instance i brick my device. etc
fletcher1989 said:
I am new to all this also. I have rooted my phone using this method. [07.11.2011][CF-Root 5.0] KE*, KF*, KG*, KH1/3/4, KI2/3/4/8, KJ1/2/3 - su+bb+CWM4/5
I was just wondering how i can actually go back to stock? I would greatly appreciate anyone who can shed some light on what i can do if for instance i brick my device. etc
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Have you checked the roll-up sticky thread in the i9100 general section?
I shall go and do that just now. Sorry to be a pain already lol
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How do i know if roms will work for me? using the way that i rooted my phone.
fletcher1989 said:
I shall go and do that just now. Sorry to be a pain already lol
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How do i know if roms will work for me? using the way that i rooted my phone.
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Just be sure you stick to I9100 ROMs. That includes avoiding I9100G ROMs. The I9100G is a variant that has completely different chipset, so firmwares are incompatible.
Roms are soo extensive. I have no idea where to start with the rights ones for my device/kernel. Is there like an app store thing for roms, i have seen one is it the kitchen. However its not available for the way i have rooted. Last thing i want to do on my first night is brick my phone and put it in the bin lol.
fletcher1989 said:
Roms are soo extensive. I have no idea where to start with the rights ones for my device/kernel. Is there like an app store thing for roms, i have seen one is it the kitchen. However its not available for the way i have rooted. Last thing i want to do on my first night is brick my phone and put it in the bin lol.
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If by "the right ones for your device", you mean ones that work without bricking it, just make sure you use a firmware appropriate for your device. If you have an I9100, use any I9100 firmware - BUT make sure to AVOID I9100G firmwares. The G variant has a different chipset, so firmwares are NOT compatible between I9100 and I9100G.
But before you get started: you're rooted, right? How did you root? Do you have CWM recovery? If so, just take a back up of your phone. If you DON'T have CWM recovery, this is the first thing you should get before installing ANY ROM. CWM recovery will allow you to essentially take a backup of your entire phone in its current state, and give you a point to roll back to if something goes wrong.
Once backed up, just flash whatever firmware you want to try. (again, remembering what I said in the first paragraph) If it doesn't work out for you, or you don't like the ROM, then restore your backup. Simple as that.
Also, kernels are separate. Most (if not all) ROMs come with kernels, but you can flash a custom kernel after flashing a ROM. You just have to make sure the kernel supports the ROM type you have.
fletcher1989 said:
Roms are soo extensive. I have no idea where to start with the rights ones for my device/kernel. Is there like an app store thing for roms, i have seen one is it the kitchen. However its not available for the way i have rooted. Last thing i want to do on my first night is brick my phone and put it in the bin lol.
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First thing is: is there a good reason start rooting your device?
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ctomgee said:
If by "the right ones for your device", you mean ones that work without bricking it, just make sure you use a firmware appropriate for your device. If you have an I9100, use any I9100 firmware - BUT make sure to AVOID I9100G firmwares. The G variant has a different chipset, so firmwares are NOT compatible between I9100 and I9100G.
But before you get started: you're rooted, right? How did you root? Do you have CWM recovery? If so, just take a back up of your phone. If you DON'T have CWM recovery, this is the first thing you should get before installing ANY ROM. CWM recovery will allow you to essentially take a backup of your entire phone in its current state, and give you a point to roll back to if something goes wrong.
Once backed up, just flash whatever firmware you want to try. (again, remembering what I said in the first paragraph) If it doesn't work out for you, or you don't like the ROM, then restore your backup. Simple as that.
Also, kernels are separate. Most (if not all) ROMs come with kernels, but you can flash a custom kernel after flashing a ROM. You just have to make sure the kernel supports the ROM type you have.
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Yes i am rooted already using CF-Root, using CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_KJ3-v5.0-CWM5. Yes I have CWM and i have made my backup. As i did try and install the ICS theme thats about and i was having startup problems so i was able to restore easy. So even though i flashed using the one above, i can try others if i wish? If it doesnt work out then my backup will just revert me back?
I want to root in order to change fonts, themes, just more control of my device to which i paid for.
fletcher1989 said:
Yes i am rooted already using CF-Root, using CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_KJ3-v5.0-CWM5. Yes I have CWM and i have made my backup. As i did try and install the ICS theme thats about and i was having startup problems so i was able to restore easy. So even though i flashed using the one above, i can try others if i wish? If it doesnt work out then my backup will just revert me back?
I want to root in order to change fonts, themes, just more control of my device to which i paid for.
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Where'd you get the ICS theme from?
got it from here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1334922
I followed these instructions
Installation FOR CWM PACKAGES:
- Download the ZIP file from the download section below and DO NOT unzip it
- Copy the .ZIP file to your INTERNAL SD card
- Boot your phone into CWM (hold Vol Up, Home & Power Button)
- Wipe cache
- Wipe dalvik cache
- Select 'Install ZIP from SD Card'
- Select 'Choose Zip from SD Card'
- Then select the .ZIP file you downloaded\
- Reboot
- After this you only have to enjoy
Congratulations, u just ENTERED ICS WORLD!!!
Booted but just kept going into a boot loop.
All i want is to be able to customize my device. I dont care about further rooting.
fletcher1989 said:
got it from here - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1334922
I followed these instructions
Installation FOR CWM PACKAGES:
- Download the ZIP file from the download section below and DO NOT unzip it
- Copy the .ZIP file to your INTERNAL SD card
- Boot your phone into CWM (hold Vol Up, Home & Power Button)
- Wipe cache
- Wipe dalvik cache
- Select 'Install ZIP from SD Card'
- Select 'Choose Zip from SD Card'
- Then select the .ZIP file you downloaded\
- Reboot
- After this you only have to enjoy
Congratulations, u just ENTERED ICS WORLD!!!
Booted but just kept going into a boot loop.
All i want is to be able to customize my device. I dont care about further rooting.
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Your instructions are ok. The fact you have a bootloop is because you need another ROM, checkROM v.4 for example wich works very good with ICS 1.9 from Vertumus. Always UNTHEME a ROM before flash a theme.
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Thanks for the easy rooting guide, I was able to successfully root my device. But upon reading about how to remove the pesky yellow triangle, I hit a dead end. It says I need an official firmware. I couldn't figure out what firmware I needed. The more I read, the more I got confused.
This is where I am at so far:
I have successfully rooted the phone, confirmed by Titanium Backup, by following this guide to the exact word, I have done nothing extra (besides a backup with CWM and freezing some bloatware with MyToolbox).
I am just trying to find the original firmware to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle, also preferably one I can use to get back to a 'vanilla' version of the phone if I ever have to take it back to the shop.
My phone details are:
Model Number: GT-I9100T
Android Version: 2.3.3
Baseband I9100TDVKF2
Kernel 2.6.35.7-I9100ZSKF4-CL280225 [email protected] #22
Build GINGERBREAD.DVKF4
I just want to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle and then update the Android to 2.3.6 or whatever is the latest and greatest version.
Thanks in advance for the help!
sallad08.
I gave you the answer to the secure/non-secure kernel question in the AU SGS2 thread :-|
To download stock firmware, either search Samfirmware.com or find/use a PC app called Checkfus which will enable you to download the latest firmware available for your phone/carrier/country. I've just had a look with Checkfus & KF4 is the latest available firmware for I9100T/Telstra, released 22/6/2011. To save mucking around on Samfirmware, you might as well use Checkfus. This will enable you to download a tarball/package you can flash in Odin following the instructions here should you ever need to go back to stock for whatever reason.
Edit to add - You can also flash non-carrier specific/'unbranded stock firmware rather than flash Telstra firmware. This won't have the Telstra 'bloatware'. Search Samfirmware for generic AU stock firmware.
I am just trying to find the original firmware to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle, also preferably one I can use to get back to a 'vanilla' version of the phone if I ever have to take it back to the shop.
Stock rom thread Google search or checkfus or sammobile.com
My phone details are:
I just want to get rid of the pesky yellow triangle and then update the Android to 2.3.6 or whatever is the latest and greatest version.
buy a usb jig .
jje
Thanks, I didn't really understand what you meant in the previous reply but now I do, somewhat. I did find Check Fus about half an hour ago and I have downloaded the latest firmware (which is already on my phone). Now after rereading your post I understand this is what I have been looking for incase I need to reflash to go back to stock. Awesome.
How I am choosing a non-carrier specific/unbranded stock firmware on Samfirmware? Do I just look for my phone model (gt-i9100t)? Or am I looking for the same number I used when selecting CF-Root (KF4)?
For generic AU firmware, there isn't one specifically for I9100T, you'd simply look for I9100 & Australia. Makes no difference tho, the I9100T/I9100 are the same animal apart from differences in radio power output. This is why modems specifically for the I9100T tend to work best with it & I9100 modems don't seem to work so well. No difference in the firmware/kernel tho.
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Thanks, I didn't really understand what you meant in the previous reply but now I do, somewhat. I did find Check Fus about half an hour ago and I have downloaded the latest firmware (which is already on my phone). Now after rereading your post I understand this is what I have been looking for incase I need to reflash to go back to stock. Awesome.
How I am choosing a non-carrier specific/unbranded stock firmware on Samfirmware? Do I just look for my phone model (gt-i9100t)? Or am I looking for the same number I used when selecting CF-Root (KF4)?
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Ahh that is what has been confusing me all along. Thank you very much for clarifying all of this for me, sorry about the duplicate posts!
No worries ;-) The AU thread is a really good reference, plenty of other people's experiences (Telstra users, what works/doesn't work, etc). Well worth a skim through when you have time.
sallad08 said:
Ahh that is what has been confusing me all along. Thank you very much for clarifying all of this for me, sorry about the duplicate posts!
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Do you have usb jig? it will be simple way: )
if u thank me then i will thank you ( 이 승 기 )
MistahBungle said:
No worries ;-) The AU thread is a really good reference, plenty of other people's experiences (Telstra users, what works/doesn't work, etc). Well worth a skim through when you have time.
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Could this method be tried for GT-I9100T Models ?
flash Chainfires CF-Root
http://download.chainfire.eu/23/CF-Root/SGS2/CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KF4-v4.0-CWM4.zip
and follow his instruction, which worked like a charm for me :
Getting rid of that pesky warning triangle during boot
It is definitely possible to remove that pesky warning triangle during boot when running a custom kernel, though you should be well aware that this method does NOT reset the custom kernel flash counter. The steps are not complicated, but they aren't easy either, so read well.
(1) Make sure you have CF-Root flashed (see the first post). You must have the "CWM Manager" app available.
(2) Make sure you have the same version of CF-Root extracted until you have the zImage file. (ZIP --> extract --> TAR --> extract --> zImage).
(3) Push the zImage file to /sdcard . It must still be called zImage !
(4) Find an original Samsung signed stock kernel (preferably from the same stock firmware you have, but it's not terribly important)
(5) Reboot into download mode (adb reboot download, or boot the device with home and volume-down pressed)
(6) Fire up ODIN, and flash the Samsung kernel
(7) Boot the device with the stock kernel. CWM Manager will still be available.
(8) Start CWM Manager, select Flash Kernel, and select the zImage from CF-Root you previously put on your SD-card. The kernel will flash and the device will reboot.
(9) You will now notice you no longer have the warning triangle during boot, but you are actually running CF-Root with all it's goodies!
(10) In the future, if you only use the Flash Kernel option inside CWM Manager instead of ODIN, the triangle will not return, neither will your flash counter increase. But keep in mind, that CWM Manager can only handle a direct "zImage" if you are NOT running a kernel with full busybox support (this is currently needed for flashing kernels out of .TAR and .ZIP files)
Yes. That's exactly the method. The OP was asking where he could get the secure kernel from in order to use this method to get rid of the warning triangle. Which I gave him the answer to in another thread.
Or he could use a jig (which is what I did because I couldn't be arsed fiddling around) as the poster above you suggested.
zaheedahmed said:
Could this method be tried for GT-I9100T Models ?
flash Chainfires CF-Root
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bududroid said:
Do you have usb jig? it will be simple way: )
if u thank me then i will thank you ( 이 승 기 )
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I will get a USB jig, the thanks button is gone but I will thank you in Korean, although I cannot write in Hangul yet ;p
Goma sim neda chinku!
MistahBungle said:
No worries ;-) The AU thread is a really good reference, plenty of other people's experiences (Telstra users, what works/doesn't work, etc). Well worth a skim through when you have time.
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I did read a little though that thread but I wasn't too keen on trolling through copious amounts of pages looking for what I needed. Had the search capabilities been active I would have just used them! Again thank you very much, I will get a USB Jig soon and I will flash a unbranded firmware onto my phone this afternoon
zaheedahmed said:
Could this method be tried for GT-I9100T Models ?
flash Chainfires CF-Root
http://download.chainfire.eu/23/CF-Root/SGS2/CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KF4-v4.0-CWM4.zip
and follow his instruction, which worked like a charm for me :
Getting rid of that pesky warning triangle during boot
It is definitely possible to remove that pesky warning triangle during boot when running a custom kernel, though you should be well aware that this method does NOT reset the custom kernel flash counter. The steps are not complicated, but they aren't easy either, so read well.
(1) Make sure you have CF-Root flashed (see the first post). You must have the "CWM Manager" app available.
(2) Make sure you have the same version of CF-Root extracted until you have the zImage file. (ZIP --> extract --> TAR --> extract --> zImage).
(3) Push the zImage file to /sdcard . It must still be called zImage !
(4) Find an original Samsung signed stock kernel (preferably from the same stock firmware you have, but it's not terribly important)
(5) Reboot into download mode (adb reboot download, or boot the device with home and volume-down pressed)
(6) Fire up ODIN, and flash the Samsung kernel
(7) Boot the device with the stock kernel. CWM Manager will still be available.
(8) Start CWM Manager, select Flash Kernel, and select the zImage from CF-Root you previously put on your SD-card. The kernel will flash and the device will reboot.
(9) You will now notice you no longer have the warning triangle during boot, but you are actually running CF-Root with all it's goodies!
(10) In the future, if you only use the Flash Kernel option inside CWM Manager instead of ODIN, the triangle will not return, neither will your flash counter increase. But keep in mind, that CWM Manager can only handle a direct "zImage" if you are NOT running a kernel with full busybox support (this is currently needed for flashing kernels out of .TAR and .ZIP files)
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this is what i did,very successful
Is there any other way to decrypt the file from Fus Check? After I downloaded it, it fails to decrypt. The download stopped about 3 times before it finished failing a CRC check. I tried googling the file name and had no hits, and using Fus Check website just gives you a file name, not an option to download, or none that I could see?
Are you using the PC version or the phone app ?
sallad08 said:
Is there any other way to decrypt the file from Fus Check? After I downloaded it, it fails to decrypt. The download stopped about 3 times before it finished failing a CRC check. I tried googling the file name and had no hits, and using Fus Check website just gives you a file name, not an option to download, or none that I could see?
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MistahBungle said:
Are you using the PC version or the phone app ?
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I was using the PC version. I just tried redownloading it then and it worked without crashing with a CRC error during download, it decrypted fine. I have flashed it back on and got rid of the triangle, so it works thankfully! My super user icon is there but the privledges are gone too and I can't see CWM anywhere. If I was going to flash to the unbranded version without CWM I would get the triangle back wouldn't I? It isn't THAT big a deal just annoying really.
Flashing anything via CWM shouldn't add to your flash counter or make the boot triangle reappear.
sallad08 said:
I was using the PC version. I just tried redownloading it then and it worked without crashing with a CRC error during download, it decrypted fine. I have flashed it back on and got rid of the triangle, so it works thankfully! My super user icon is there but the privledges are gone too and I can't see CWM anywhere. If I was going to flash to the unbranded version without CWM I would get the triangle back wouldn't I? It isn't THAT big a deal just annoying really.
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MistahBungle said:
Flashing anything via CWM shouldn't add to your flash counter or make the boot triangle reappear.
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Ahh because I did it with ODIN it removed it. Cool I think I am starting to understand what is happening now! I did just flash the unbranded/non carrier 2.3.6 onto my phone and that worked fine, but I still don't have CWM but if I flash the CF ROOT I will again, as I will have the triangle (hehe)!
So now I just need one of those jigs to reset my counter and remove the triangle and then I will be where I wanted to be at the beginning of all of this. Thank you again so much for all of your help, I was really nervous about doing this at first and it was all very confusing too. But I guess we all have to start somewhere...
Cheers.
sallad.
Yeah if you flash a CFRoot kernel you'll get CWM/Recovery back. And yeah, a jig is the simplest way to get rid of the triangle. Messing around with flashing stock kernels then zImages of the CFRoot kernel is a pain in the arse.
Yep we do all have to start somewhere It gets easier once you've done it a few times and to be honest, having a 'difficult' experience at the beginning (I stuffed my first flashing attempt up big time/took me 2 days to fix) gives you that motivation to learn how to fix stuff for yourself. It certainly did for me.
Happy to help As you've seen, there's almost always someone around on here who can/will help provided you've done the groundwork & explain your problem clearly.
sallad08 said:
Ahh because I did it with ODIN it removed it. Cool I think I am starting to understand what is happening now! I did just flash the unbranded/non carrier 2.3.6 onto my phone and that worked fine, but I still don't have CWM but if I flash the CF ROOT I will again, as I will have the triangle (hehe)!
So now I just need one of those jigs to reset my counter and remove the triangle and then I will be where I wanted to be at the beginning of all of this. Thank you again so much for all of your help, I was really nervous about doing this at first and it was all very confusing too. But I guess we all have to start somewhere...
Cheers.
sallad.
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I want to return an S2 to stock...I'm in the UK, will XWLPD be the right firmware? I must admit I'm a bit confused as to the second link there : XWLPD Stock Kernel....do I need to flash both these things?
Essentially I want to sell the phone and have it as much back to original as possible. It is rooted and has CWM on it. It's currently running CyanogenMod 9.
I can't get any Phone / PDA / CSC info, because *#1234# doesn't work.
Use CheckFus to download whatever is the proper and latest ROM for your country and operator.
CheckFus is here: http://fus.nanzen.se/
Then using Odin flash the ROM to your phone, reboot, wipe everything and the phone will be as good as new.
If that answered you, click "Thanks".
Flash just the tar.md5, its the whole package
white43 said:
I want to return an S2 to stock...I'm in the UK, will XWLPD be the right firmware? I must admit I'm a bit confused as to the second link there : XWLPD Stock Kernel....do I need to flash both these things?
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No. The full package is the first link, which has the stock kernel contained within already. The stock kernel in the second link is provided as a separate package just in case you need it, in the event you want to flash the stock kernel back after you've either flashed an insecure kernel to root, or flashed a custom kernel.
Dont forget to format the internal sd-card
Simonetti2011 said:
Use CheckFus to download whatever is the proper and latest ROM for your country and operator.
CheckFus is here: http://fus.nanzen.se/
Then using Odin flash the ROM to your phone, reboot, wipe everything and the phone will be as good as new.
If that answered you, click "Thanks".
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I've done this - but there's nothing in PDA or CSC. Phone has I9100RWAVOD
I press ok and get Invalid HIDSWVER.
EDIT : Is this because I'm running Cyanogenmod 9 nightly build?
white43 said:
I've done this - but there's nothing in PDA or CSC. Phone has I9100RWAVOD
I press ok and get Invalid HIDSWVER.
EDIT : Is this because I'm running Cyanogenmod 9 nightly build?
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Go to this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
In the 3rd post scroll down to LP7 select the XEU UK CSC download
Estract the file located in the zip / rar file.
Start Odin click the PDA button and find the extracted LP7 fileand select it, put your phone in download mode, plug in the USB, once you have the yellow indicator click start and let it flash.
Once finished you will have UK generic 4.0.3 version
After that just factory reset the phone to clean it, also format the SD Card to clean thta as well.
white43 said:
I want to return an S2 to stock...I'm in the UK, will XWLPD be the right firmware? I must admit I'm a bit confused as to the second link there : XWLPD Stock Kernel....do I need to flash both these things?
Essentially I want to sell the phone and have it as much back to original as possible. It is rooted and has CWM on it. It's currently running CyanogenMod 9.
I can't get any Phone / PDA / CSC info, because *#1234# doesn't work.
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I'm thinking of reverting back to stock as well, what are your reasons? I love the customisation of the AOKP ROMs but im really picky and some features dont work such as WiFi direct which is putting me off. Non AOKP ROMs dont have this issue but they dont support live lock screens so there is always something
Very minor but I am just that picky..lol Saying that I might go back to RR 9.6 as that seemed to work well for me. I am trying FOXHOUND atm and it seems good also.
B4 you go back to stock pls try Omega v13, there is stock, ICS or Black&Blue. I use v13 Ics as it's beautiful, truly. Everything just works. If you want AOKP, he even has an Omega v3.0 AOKP that I've heard is good too
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blade30p said:
B4 you go back to stock pls try Omega v13, there is stock, ICS or Black&Blue. I use v13 Ics as it's beautiful, truly. Everything just works. If you want AOKP, he even has an Omega v3.0 AOKP that I've heard is good too
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Do you have a link to this ROM and I will look into it?
Thanks
Sure....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1489197
If that doesn't work it's in the Android dev section under Samsung GTi9100, The roms creator is called .::Indie::., you can't miss it
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thank you
ag4751 said:
Go to this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
In the 3rd post scroll down to LP7 select the XEU UK CSC download
Estract the file located in the zip / rar file.
Start Odin click the PDA button and find the extracted LP7 fileand select it, put your phone in download mode, plug in the USB, once you have the yellow indicator click start and let it flash.
Once finished you will have UK generic 4.0.3 version
After that just factory reset the phone to clean it, also format the SD Card to clean thta as well.
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Thanks for this. I've done this - how long should it take to reboot? Its gone to the SG2 boot screen and pretty much has stayed there for the last 10 minutes.
EDIT : No worries, went into recovery and erased cache/wipe data - now booting.
If your trying to get to original firmware, there are a few things we need to know.
1.. What carrier/provider are you with.
2.. What original firmware did you have, ie 2.3.3, 2.3.4
Download the original firmware from Samfirmware.com
Because you were on ICS; and you are selling the phone, you need to do more than just factory reset.
1 enter recovery
2 data/factory reset.
3 ( Advanced ), wipe dalvik cache
4 ( mounts & storage ), format system. format data. Format internal storage.
Unzip original firmware once only.
Put the firmware into PDA in Odin
turn off phone and enter download mode.
Connect usb cable to phone/PC
Click start on Odin once you see yellow connection in Odin.
If I was doing this and it was my phone, I would also put the pit file in too. But i shall leave that up to you.
Wait for phone to reboot.
On dial pad phone *2767*3588#
Phone will reset then reboot.
Done.
PS.. do not install custom rom.
If the new owner then wants to upgrade via Kies, he/she can.
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«iain» said:
I'm thinking of reverting back to stock as well, what are your reasons?
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B4 you go back to stock pls try Omega v13, there is stock, ICS or Black&Blue. I use v13 Ics as it's beautiful, truly. Everything just works. If you want AOKP, he even has an Omega v3.0 AOKP that I've heard is good too
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Selling the phone. The person buying expects a Galaxy S2 - so Touchwiz it must be.
bored_stupid said:
If your trying to get to original firmware, there are a few things we need to know.
1.. What carrier/provider are you with.
2.. What original firmware did you have, ie 2.3.3, 2.3.4
Download the original firmware from Samfirmware.com
Because you were on ICS; and you are selling the phone, you need to do more than just factory reset.
1 enter recovery
2 data/factory reset.
3 ( Advanced ), wipe dalvik cache
4 ( mounts & storage ), format system. format data. Format internal storage.
Unzip original firmware once only.
Put the firmware into PDA in Odin
turn off phone and enter download mode.
Connect usb cable to phone/PC
Click start on Odin once you see yellow connection in Odin.
If I was doing this and it was my phone, I would also put the pit file in too. But i shall leave that up to you.
Wait for phone to reboot.
On dial pad phone *2767*3588#
Phone will reset then reboot.
Done.
PS.. do not install custom rom.
If the new owner then wants to upgrade via Kies, he/she can.
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I've reinstalled a stock firmware, it all works. It wasn't ever branded and was unlocked when I got it, so to all intents and purposes, it looks like an unlocked, generic S2 now(with UK presets). There was no pit file on what I downloaded -but thanks for your input.....what I didn't do was format all before I tried to install. Once it had gotten stuck, went back into recovery and wiped all these things - now working fine.
For future ref. The pit file, you get from samfirmware.com. Its under flashprograms.
Hope you get a good price for it.
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Hi Guys,
I'm new to this Forum and very new to Android. I have the Galaxy S2 and while attempting to install Clock Work Mod, following the instructions from GalaxyS2Root, all of a sudden the phone locked up at the Samsung Galaxy S2 sceen with the yellow exclamation mark and that's as far as I got.
With great difficulty, I can get into the recovery screen, but I haven't got a clue, what I can do from here.
Is the phone recoverable, or have I just destroyed a brand new phone? I don't have a rom zip on my sd card, so I couldn't install a new rom from the card.
I have tried everything to get it going again, but I think the more things I try, the worse it gets. I think I have now wiped the existing rom off completely and wiped the caches, all because I was panicing.
I even thought of removing my sd card, putting it into my wifes Galaxy Ace and downloading a replacement rom to it and then try to install the new rom back to my phone.
But guys, I'm really panicing here and don't know what to do!!
Can anybody please help me out, or do I now throw a brand new phone into the garbage?
Thank You.............dixie (Help Please)
dixielee said:
Hi Guys,
I'm new to this Forum and very new to Android. I have the Galaxy S2 and while attempting to install Clock Work Mod, following the instructions from GalaxyS2Root, all of a sudden the phone locked up at the Samsung Galaxy S2 sceen with the yellow exclamation mark and that's as far as I got.
With great difficulty, I can get into the recovery screen, but I haven't got a clue, what I can do from here.
Is the phone recoverable, or have I just destroyed a brand new phone? I don't have a rom zip on my sd card, so I couldn't install a new rom from the card.
I have tried everything to get it going again, but I think the more things I try, the worse it gets. I think I have now wiped the existing rom off completely and wiped the caches, all because I was panicing.
I even thought of removing my sd card, putting it into my wifes Galaxy Ace and downloading a replacement rom to it and then try to install the new rom back to my phone.
But guys, I'm really panicing here and don't know what to do!!
Can anybody please help me out, or do I now throw a brand new phone into the garbage?
Thank You.............dixie (Help Please)
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Just flash a new firmware via odin.It will be new again
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Hello,
You could try downloading the rom required and install using odin.
You will need to make sure you get the right version for your phone and use odin to flash.
I've not done exactly what you have before I got into a simple boot loop and had to re flash. Live and learn I guess!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458
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Thin_Bezel said:
Just flash a new firmware via odin.It will be new again
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Thanks for your reply,
But how do I connect my phone to Odin and what menu should the phone be in, in the recovery mode?
Doesn't the phone have to be in the download mode?
I can only seem to get into the basic recovery mode, ie volume up + power + home keys.
Regards..............dixie.
Have you tried to get into download mode (volume down + home + power)?
You should be able to do that if you can get into recovery. Once in download mode, connect to your PC, start Odin and choose PDA, then select the tar that you have downloaded (it will be in zip form until you unpack it).
Read some threads about Odin/Download mode before you start and make sure you are happy to proceed.
killall said:
Have you tried to get into download mode (volume down + home + power)?
You should be able to do that if you can get into recovery. Once in download mode, connect to your PC, start Odin and choose PDA, then select the tar that you have downloaded (it will be in zip form until you unpack it).
Read some threads about Odin/Download mode before you start and make sure you are happy to proceed.
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O'k I did as you told me, but the first strange thing is, when I extract the zip file I get the following: boot.bin, cache, factory fs, hidden, modem.bin, param.lfs, Sbl.bin and zImage.............there is no exe type file!!!
However if I open odin, click on PDA and enter the whole zip file location and press start, everything goes ahead as planned.
I get a "Pass" and the phone restarts, I get the small tune and the blue moving lights on the screen, but then it just jams up, on the S Samsung Galaxy S2 screen. That's as far as the boot sequence goes.......frozen on the Galaxy S2 Screen!!
Any suggestions?
Regards......................dixie.
Pull out the battery, wait a few seconds replace and try to boot again. If that doesn't work, check you have the correct firmware to flash and try again with Odin.
Or have a look at this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1457458
Right, for starters you need to give relevant information if you expect accurate help otherwise you're going to end up screwing your device up.
Which model of S2 do you have?
Which rom do you have? (give link)
Which guide did you follow? (give link)
If you can get into cwm its just a case of "wipe data/factory reset" and then flash custom rom of your choice from sdcard. Just go into cwm>mounts&storage>mount USB (this will mount cards onto PC if connected) so once connected copy your rom across.
I recommend the new wannam lite rom if you want new samsung JB based rom.
If you want to flash via ODIN then you should only be flashing a .tar or .md5 file in PDA section. If your extracting a zip and you get all the files you mentioned in your above reply then you have wrong file.
TheATHEiST said:
Right, for starters you need to give relevant information if you expect accurate help otherwise you're going to end up screwing your device up.
Which model of S2 do you have?
Which rom do you have? (give link)
Which guide did you follow? (give link)
If you can get into cwm its just a case of "wipe data/factory reset" and then flash custom rom of your choice from sdcard. Just go into cwm>mounts&storage>mount USB (this will mount cards onto PC if connected) so once connected copy your rom across.
I recommend the new wannam lite rom if you want new samsung JB based rom.
If you want to flash via ODIN then you should only be flashing a .tar or .md5 file in PDA section. If your extracting a zip and you get all the files you mentioned in your above reply then you have wrong file.
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O'k thank you for your reply and thank you to the others that replied.
I was using an incorrect rom to flash and an incomplete rom at that!
I downloaded a different rom, extracted the files and flashed with odin. Now I am up and running and have the phone back to full woking order.
That was pretty scarery stuff and I thought I had bricked the phone for ever, I guess a little knowledge is helpful but dangerous, if one isn't sure of what they are doing.
Thank you once again for your help, it was much appreciated. I'll contact you again no doubt, next time I create a stuff up.
Regards.................dixie.
Hi Guys, one last request. I would like to root the phone and after a considerable amount of reading/research, the root file that I require, seems impossible to find. When I do find it and download, the .rar file is empty except for a zImage file!!!
My phone is the Galaxy S2 i9100 running ICS 4.0.3 Baseband Version i9100XXLPQ Kernel Version 3.0.15-i9100XXLPQ-CL223505 Build Number IML74K.XXLPQ.
I bought this phone, while I was visiting China and it has been great, up until I managed to brick it by accident.
Anyway, I apparently need the CF Root for XXLPQ v5.4, which I have downloaded six times, from various sites and every time I extract, it's empty, except for an image file!!!
I live in Australia and use the Telstra Network.....should I change to a more suitable Firmware, or maybe a stable custom rom, or can someone give me a link, for the appropriate working CF Root file?
Much Appreciate and Thank You........dixie.
Ignore the above post guys, a little more reading and I found my mistake.
However, I am still interested in the suggestion of a Custom Rom, which would work successfully, on Australian Networks.
Cheers to All......dixie.
dixielee said:
Hi Guys, one last request. I would like to root the phone and after a considerable amount of reading/research, the root file that I require, seems impossible to find. When I do find it and download, the .rar file is empty except for a zImage file!!!
My phone is the Galaxy S2 i9100 running ICS 4.0.3 Baseband Version i9100XXLPQ Kernel Version 3.0.15-i9100XXLPQ-CL223505 Build Number IML74K.XXLPQ.
I bought this phone, while I was visiting China and it has been great, up until I managed to brick it by accident.
Anyway, I apparently need the CF Root for XXLPQ v5.4, which I have downloaded six times, from various sites and every time I extract, it's empty, except for an image file!!!
I live in Australia and use the Telstra Network.....should I change to a more suitable Firmware, or maybe a stable custom rom, or can someone give me a link, for the appropriate working CF Root file?
Much Appreciate and Thank You........dixie.
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I'm still new myself here but i'm sure ur phone is already rooted from what u said above. When u boot into recovery does stock recovery load or CWM ? if anything other than stock Samsung recovery then your already rooted.
Also u dont need to unzip the rar file its ready as is.
If ur phone is actually not rooted by far the easiest method is here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
u dont need an insecure kernel and theres no risk involved even if u mess up. I was a lil hesitant to root my phone but used that method and all went fine, now i've learned so much in the past 2 weeks i'm flashing other kernels and tried lots of roms.
Peace
AnubuRe said:
I'm still new myself here but i'm sure ur phone is already rooted from what u said above. When u boot into recovery does stock recovery load or CWM ? if anything other than stock Samsung recovery then your already rooted.
Also u dont need to unzip the rar file its ready as is.
If ur phone is actually not rooted by far the easiest method is here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1501719
u dont need an insecure kernel and theres no risk involved even if u mess up. I was a lil hesitant to root my phone but used that method and all went fine, now i've learned so much in the past 2 weeks i'm flashing other kernels and tried lots of roms.
Peace
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Yes thanks for the reply. I discovered that I didn't have to extract the root file, as it was already a .tar (stupid me).
So now I have a rooted phone and the Official ICS version XXLPQ, which is working in Australia, but I have noticed, that most of the time the Network is showing "edge".
All I really have to find now, is a good, stable, custom rom, that will also work in Australia.
A couple of observations....
You don't need "a good stable custom rom that will also work in Australia". Region has nothing to do with how a rom performs/your experience with that rom. If you're having issues with connectivity/you're not happy with data speeds, flashing/trying other modems may help. I suggest you read through this thread, at various times people have discussed which modems have worked well with different carriers (particular modems seem to work well for most people using a particular carrier). You can then search for CWM flashable versions of these modems & test them out until you find one that gives you connectivity you're happy with.
The other observation is you're a bit lacking in the 'basics'. I highly recommend you take the time to read through the guides. Knowing the basics makes it less likely you'll bork your phone at some stage, and that you'll be able to solve any problems that come up in a methodical/logical way (as opposed to guessing).
........a bit!!!!!!
Since you are on 4.0 3 ,why don't you flash the official jelly bean XXLS8 update via odin? Than root it with cf root
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O'k thanks guys.:good:
Thin_Bezel said:
Since you are on 4.0 3 ,why don't you flash the official jelly bean XXLS8 update via odin? Than root it with cf root
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Use Siyah kernel v6 beta4 instead.