Hello XDA,
I own a SGS II GT-I9100.
It has been running on CM7.1.0 , Android version 2.3.7 since I got my phone and I'd like to update it.
I have PARANOIDANDROID 2.54 in mind to update into.
I am wondering what steps do I have to take as I do not understand the instructions stated in the rom's thread.
The instructions state:
RECOVERY: FACTORY RESET IF YOU WERE USING ANOTHER ROM!
RECOVERY: Install Rom: Download
RECOVERY: Install Gapps, ALWAYS-EVEN FOR UPDATES: Download (find the latest one that carries the "jb" tag)
RECOVERY: Wipe Cache Partition
RECOVERY: Wipe Dalvik Cache
Reboot and enjoy.
Specifically at the part after doing a factory reset. How do I install rom/gapps after I do a factory reset?
Do I use "ROM Manager v4.5.0.1"? And also, will it still stay after doing a factory reset?
JustGotAnSGSII said:
Hello XDA,
I own a SGS II GT-I9100.
It has been running on CM7.1.0 , Android version 2.3.7 since I got my phone and I'd like to update it.
I have PARANOIDANDROID 2.54 in mind to update into.
I am wondering what steps do I have to take as I do not understand the instructions stated in the rom's thread.
The instructions state:
RECOVERY: FACTORY RESET IF YOU WERE USING ANOTHER ROM!
RECOVERY: Install Rom: Download
RECOVERY: Install Gapps, ALWAYS-EVEN FOR UPDATES: Download (find the latest one that carries the "jb" tag)
RECOVERY: Wipe Cache Partition
RECOVERY: Wipe Dalvik Cache
Reboot and enjoy.
Specifically at the part after doing a factory reset. How do I install rom/gapps after I do a factory reset?
Do I use "ROM Manager v4.5.0.1"? And also, will it still stay after doing a factory reset?
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after doing a factory reset copy the rom and gapps zip files to your internal or external sdcard.
Paranoidandroid does not come with google apps (gapps) as part of the rom it is a seperate zip file.
reboot in to recovery.
scroll down to install a zip from sdcard. install rom. reboot.
reboot into recovery again install gapps.
reboot.
No rom manger will not stay but paranoid does not use it. It is only recommend for use with cm roms only.
avoid using ROM manager on this particular device, it is known for beign the cause of lots of problems and malfunctions
Thanks for the reply guys.
Let me confirm the steps I have to take:
1) Factory reset my phone.
2) Copy the rom+gapps into internal/external sd.
3) Reboot phone into recovery.
4) Scroll down to install zip from sd card -> install rom -> reboot.
5) reboot into recovery and install gapps
6) Reboot.
Is that correct?
Also, I read this thread, http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1990102 about dong a factory reset on a custom rom.
Is there a chance that I would encounter the same problem as I'm running on CM7?
I apologise for having so many questions. It is my only phone and I'm afraid that I'd brick it.
Thanks again for the help, really appreciate it.
Got another question.
For kernels, is there anything I have to take note of?
Like will my current one affect anything like it not being compatitble with paranoidandroid?
Read the ParanoidAndroid thread (first page in particular; but as much of it as you need to in order to get an answer), normally compatible kernels in those threads.
Learning is fun.
MistahBungle said:
Read the ParanoidAndroid thread (first page in particular; but as much of it as you need to in order to get an answer), normally compatible kernels in those threads.
Learning is fun.
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Thank you for your reply.
If my kernel is not compatible (kernel automatically changed when I flashed CM7.1.0), what do I have to do?
I have read the first page of the thread and also ran a search on my kernel (2.6.35.7-g1e46077 [email protected] #1) in that thread.
Sadly, there were no answers as to whether my kernel was compatible.
Hmm, just wondering, if cm7.1 came with a compatible kernel, would flashing into ParanoidAndroid actually come with a compatible kernel as well?
Find the ParanoidAndroid discussion thread (not the development thread; You'll quite rightly get baked if you post a question like this there), and post asking if the kernel you want to use is compatible with the rom.
Or you could always read the thread. XDA search is complete/utter poorly coded rubbish (and I'm being very kind in saying this), I'm not surprised you didn't get meaningful results from a search.
Edit - Yes, I think you'll find the rom will come with its own kernel which is (obviously) compatible. But lots of people change kernels for all kinds of reasons. Up to you.
I tried finding their SGS II discussion thread but was unable to find it. (Only managed to find one for LG Optimus One)
From what I understand so far after reading around, is it true that my current Android version (2.3.7), Kernel and Mod version will not affect the process of flashing into a new rom?
Like will everything change after flashing into a new rom? In this case would be the Android, Kernel and Mod versions will change according to what the ParanoidAndroid rom is of?
If my understanding is correct, can I proceed with these steps:
RECOVERY: FACTORY RESET IF YOU WERE USING ANOTHER ROM!
RECOVERY: Install Rom: Download
RECOVERY: Install Gapps, ALWAYS-EVEN FOR UPDATES: Download (find the latest one that carries the "jb" tag)
RECOVERY: Wipe Cache Partition
RECOVERY: Wipe Dalvik Cache
Reboot and enjoy.
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I wan't to install CM7 and I read this instructions:
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Instructions:
First time flashing CyanogenMod 7 to the Samsung Galaxy S II, or coming from another ROM?
Root the device and install ClockworkMod Recovery. Instructions are available here.
Perform a NANDroid backup of your current ROM.
Format the system, data & cache partitions of your device.
Perform a factory reset.
Flash CyanogenMod.
Optional: Install the Google Apps addon package.
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I don't get the "Format the system"... and "Perform a factory reset" part
this means to do a cache, data and dalvik? and THEN perform the flash?
thx
If only there was a thread for this kind of thing already. Why did you feel the need to create a new thread, when you're quoting the one you should be posting in anyway?
It also says flash this build only if you know what you are doing. You might want to heed the warning.
Anyway, it means do a full wipe of your system, i.e. factory reset from within ClockworkMod Recovery.
Hi,
I've recently rooted my phone and installed my first ROM - Resurrection Remix - and it's notified my of an update (v3.1.3) and downloaded the zip for me. My question is how do I safely update RR?
When I first installed it I had to perform a number of steps wiping and clearing things before installing from a zip using CWM. Hopefully I don't have to do all of these as I don't want to have to completely reinstall every update, but do I have to do any of them still or do I just install from the zip in CWM without any other steps?
abc.mikey said:
Hi,
I've recently rooted my phone and installed my first ROM - Resurrection Remix - and it's notified my of an update (v3.1.3) and downloaded the zip for me. My question is how do I safely update RR?
When I first installed it I had to perform a number of steps wiping and clearing things before installing from a zip using CWM. Hopefully I don't have to do all of these as I don't want to have to completely reinstall every update, but do I have to do any of them still or do I just install from the zip in CWM without any other steps?
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Have you read the first posts of the ROM thread?
Maybe there is a description of how to install the update.
If not, then you can just flash the update zip file in CWM recovery and try to reboot normally.
If everything works fine ... that's it.
If you have issues, boot into recovery, wipe cache and Dalvik cache and reboot normally again.
If that does not help, then you might have to wipe data (do a factory reset) in recovery.
But I think that these steps are not needed as you are already on this custom ROM.
(Usually you only have to do the complete wipe steps when coming from another / stock ROM - and the other way round.)
Good luck !
P.S.: Always create a nandroid backup before flashing. So you are able to "go back" if needed.
this is my first time rooting and flashing my phone, so i'm a noob here. i've been reading around the forums on what i should do, and i think i have a general idea of how to root and flash my phone. my phone is stock on 4.0.4
I have a few questions. I couldn't find a definite and up-to-date answer searching through the forum. I'm trying to flash to supernexus build 5.
1. do i need to root my phone first? what's the best way to root? im on 4.0.4. I'm thinking about using ExynosAbuse but i read that there is a very dangerous exploit that comes with it. and i've read also not to use the patch on the i777. is this true?
2. how do i install clockworkmod recovery after i root? can i use mobile odin? and where can i find the most recent clockworkmod recovery download link?
I just want to make sure i don't brick my phone. thanks for your time
Before you do anything read the stickies, including the one that specifically tells you not to use rom manager and that recovery is built into our kernels.
ExynosAbuse seems to be the only way to root 4.0.4 without changing base. It's been recommended around here for a few weeks, but I havn't seen enough feedback to know if it is safe yet.
If you go that route, root first, install mobile odin or mobile odin lite, and flash a custom kernel containing CWM recovery. Then use recovery to flash your firmware.
If you choose to avoid ExynosAbuse, then flash either ICS 4.0.3 plus root, or Gingerbread plus root. Then install a custom kernel and flash your firmware. See the links in my signature.
As far as the end result, it doesn't really matter which route you choose.
so i'm about to root and flash my phone. here are my steps. please correct me if you see anything wrong. My phone is still stock 4.0.4 and i don't have CWM
1. i will root my phone with exynos abuse
2. i'll install mobile odin and flash into [KERNEL] Siyah - JELLYBEAN - ICS [v4.3.3]
- which one should i download?
1.Download v4.3.3 - CM10/AOKP MALI - CWM Flashable
WITH mic swap
2. Download v4.3.3 - ICS WITH mic swap
3. Download v4.3.3 - ICS WITHOUT mic swap
- do all of these have CWM?
- i need to wipe cache and wipe dalvik before i do any of this. I'm in recovery mode and i see wipe cache, but i dont see the option to wipe
dalvik. How do i wipe dalvik?
3. After, i'll flash supernexus 2.0
Sorry for all the questions, i just want to make sure i won't brick my phone.I appreciate the help
j3r0ivi3 said:
so i'm about to root and flash my phone. here are my steps. please correct me if you see anything wrong. My phone is still stock 4.0.4 and i don't have CWM
1. i will root my phone with exynos abuse
2. i'll install mobile odin and flash into [KERNEL] Siyah - JELLYBEAN - ICS [v4.3.3]
- which one should i download?
1.Download v4.3.3 - CM10/AOKP MALI - CWM Flashable
WITH mic swap
2. Download v4.3.3 - ICS WITH mic swap
3. Download v4.3.3 - ICS WITHOUT mic swap
- do all of these have CWM?
- i need to wipe cache and wipe dalvik before i do any of this. I'm in recovery mode and i see wipe cache, but i dont see the option to wipe
dalvik. How do i wipe dalvik?
3. After, i'll flash supernexus 2.0
Sorry for all the questions, i just want to make sure i won't brick my phone.I appreciate the help
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Flash 3. No need to wipe cache just wipe data right before you flash super
Sent from my GS4 running CM11 Kandy Kane
Hi Guys,
I am using I9100 phone and below are the info of the phone:
Product Code: INU
PDA: I9100XWLST
CSC: I9100ODDLSE
MODEM: I9100DDLS9
I am thingking to install the NEAT ROM SuperLite version in my phone and the steps in the thread is not enough for me to follow.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2421924
Can anyone help from Rooting to install the ROM.
Also I need to know how can I root my phone with secure kernel.
Thanks in advance.
Joel.
I'm confused as to what's difficult about:-
Boot into Recovery
- Wipe Data/Factory Reset
- Wipe Cache
- Go to Advanced\ Wipe Dalvik Cache
- Go to "Mount & Storage" & Format System
- Install ROM
- Reboot & Enjoy
?? If you don't understand what those things are, you're playing with fire attempting to flash anything to your phone. People who try to do stuff without understanding anything tend to break their phones.
Like almost all rom/kernel installation instructions, they're perfectly clear/simple. Also, re: rooting your device, you really need to search (the threads stickied near the top of Q&A and General are a good start) given this device was released two years ago & this question has been asked/answered here many thousands of times before in that time.
RE: Need help on installing NeatROM Superlite
HI MistahBungle,
Thanks for the quick reply.
I have rooted my phone and installed couple of ROMS previously and now I am on stock ROM.
Just got confused with the 5th step.
Boot into Recovery:
- Wipe Data/Factory Reset
- Wipe Cache
- Go to Advanced\ Wipe Dalvik Cache
- Go to "Mount & Storage" & Format System
- Install ROM - Do I need to install it with ODIN or just the zip file to phone and install it.
- Reboot & Enjoy
Thanks.
Zip file to phone and flash in CWM. Think about it, for Odin you need a .tar or .tar.md5 extension. You have a zip = flash in CWM. (obviously not all zip files are CWM flashable....)
Hi,
Zip file to phone and flash in CWM
--> Means I have to install CWM with root?
Anyone else have problems flashing to a 4.3 ROM? (I know some people do because I've searched.)
No matter what ROM it is, if it is 4.3 it will always fail to reboot a second time after it has been flashed.
Currently on CleanROM ACE 4.9 (4.1.2) with TWRP 2.6.0.1
I've tried to go to CM10.2 and it would reboot initially but then hang on the Note II logo if I tried to reboot.
I've tried to go to Paranoid Android.. same thing.
I've tried to go to PAC-man.. same thing.
I've tried flashing from the stock 4.1.2 ROM and the same thing happens.
I've followed every instruction I could find including this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2423057
I do a factory reset, format data, flash ROM, wipe caches, flash gapps, wipe caches, reboot. It will boot fine from TWRP and load everything normally. Then, if I reboot or power off the device, it will hang on the Note II screen and I have to nandroid back to my previous ROM.
Any insight as to why this is happening? I haven't been able to find anything besides some random instructions for wiping/flashing (which I've linked). These ROMs look great and I'd really like to move to 4.3, but I cannot figure out what the problem is.
BigBoy275 said:
Anyone else have problems flashing to a 4.3 ROM? (I know some people do because I've searched.)
No matter what ROM it is, if it is 4.3 it will always fail to reboot a second time after it has been flashed.
Currently on CleanROM ACE 4.9 (4.1.2) with TWRP 2.6.0.1
I've tried to go to CM10.2 and it would reboot initially but then hang on the Note II logo if I tried to reboot.
I've tried to go to Paranoid Android.. same thing.
I've tried to go to PAC-man.. same thing.
I've tried flashing from the stock 4.1.2 ROM and the same thing happens.
I've followed every instruction I could find including this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2423057
I do a factory reset, format data, flash ROM, wipe caches, flash gapps, wipe caches, reboot. It will boot fine from TWRP and load everything normally. Then, if I reboot or power off the device, it will hang on the Note II screen and I have to nandroid back to my previous ROM.
Any insight as to why this is happening? I haven't been able to find anything besides some random instructions for wiping/flashing (which I've linked). These ROMs look great and I'd really like to move to 4.3, but I cannot figure out what the problem is.
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First time installing CyanogenMod 10.2 to your Galaxy Note 2 I605, or coming from another ROM:
- Read known issues ans FAQs
- Flash the latest official ClockworkMod-Recovery
- Copy GApps and CM10.2 ZIPs to your SDCard
- Boot into Recovery
- Flash CM10.2 zip from SDCard
- Flash GApps zip from SDCard
- DO A DATA WIPE / FACTORY RESET (otherwise your device will be stuck at boot)
- Reboot
- Don't restore system data using Titanium Backup!
- Restoring Apps + Data might cause problems and is not recommended, avoid it if possible!
read the OP for CM 10.2 next time....
First - clockworkmod not twrp for 4.3 usually fixes things
Second - do a factory reset AFTER installing
Third - Dont restore apps with TiBu going to 4.3
Next time be truthful when you say you read and searched.