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Hello,
I am currently running GINGERBREAD.BVKL1, 2.6.35.7-I9100BVKL1-CL774645 and want to reflash kernel using CF-ROOT.
I am reading Chainfire's thread, and at this post I can find the closest match to my kernel being CF-Root-SGS2_XW_INU_KL1-v5.0-CWM5.zip.
Chainfire also mentions: KL1 (GB): Untested
I'm wondering if this is still the case, considering that this was posted on the 30th of May 2011.
So anyone out there running CF-ROOT KL1?
Yup, I was asking myself the same question because I used Kies to update to 2.6.35.7 BVKL1 and lost root. Obviously zergrush failed and i checked for insecure or rooted kernels. However I don't think the KL1 (GB) has anything to do with this version.
Any help would be apreciated.
w00tz said:
Hello,
I am currently running GINGERBREAD.BVKL1, 2.6.35.7-I9100BVKL1-CL774645 and want to reflash kernel using CF-ROOT.
I am reading Chainfire's thread, and at this post I can find the closest match to my kernel being CF-Root-SGS2_XW_INU_KL1-v5.0-CWM5.zip.
Chainfire also mentions: KL1 (GB): Untested
I'm wondering if this is still the case, considering that this was posted on the 30th of May 2011.
So anyone out there running CF-ROOT KL1?
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cerberus1405 said:
Yup, I was asking myself the same question because I used Kies to update to 2.6.35.7 BVKL1 and lost root. Obviously zergrush failed and i checked for insecure or rooted kernels. However I don't think the KL1 (GB) has anything to do with this version.
Any help would be apreciated.
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Ive been using the XW_INU_KL1 kernel in my phone for a while now with no problems at all.The kernel is now well and trully tested and is even included in my ROM.If it wasnt fully tested the dev wouldnt have put it in there so its perfectly safe to flash.As far as if its the correct kernel or not you only have to read the thread by Chainfire.As with any kernel the most important part are the last 3 digits.If your kernel ends in KL1 then its the correct one to use.
EDIT:Just thought Id let you know that my root kernel (XWKL1) is also 2.6.35.7 so the fact that you have "BV" doesnt matter.
cooza said:
Ive been using the XW_INU_KL1 kernel in my phone for a while now with no problems at all.The kernel is now well and trully tested and is even included in my ROM.If it wasnt fully tested the dev wouldnt have put it in there so its perfectly safe to flash.As far as if its the correct kernel or not you only have to read the thread by Chainfire.As with any kernel the most important part are the last 3 digits.If your kernel ends in KL1 then its the correct one to use.
EDIT:Just thought Id let you know that my root kernel (XWKL1) is also 2.6.35.7 so the fact that you have "BV" doesnt matter.
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Great, thanks for the info! Will be reflashing today.
First, Thanks again cooza.
w00tz, for your info,
I have flashed XW_INU_KL1 kernel via Odin (because I didn't have CWM Manager) and installed superuser and busybox thus gaining root.
Then reflashed "original" 2.6.35.7-I9100BVKL1-CL774645 from intratech:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928&highlight=bvkl1
Now running "official" kernel with root.
cerberus1405 said:
First, Thanks again cooza.
w00tz, for your info,
I have flashed XW_INU_KL1 kernel via Odin (because I didn't have CWM Manager) and installed superuser and busybox thus gaining root.
Then reflashed "original" 2.6.35.7-I9100BVKL1-CL774645 from intratech:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928&highlight=bvkl1
Now running "official" kernel with root.
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Thanks for sharing! Just reflashed minutes ago using XW_INU_KL1 also via Odin, gained root without problems and then unlocked my carrier block via Helroz's Galaxy S Unlock. Everything went smoothly.
I'm downloading now the 'original' stuff, it's good to have.
Is there any certain reason to reflash the 'original'? Besides getting rid of the yellow triangle. I'm guessing that KIES upgrades will also work with XW_INU_KL1. And I'm under the impression that my phone is a little bit faster with this kernel.
Good to see everything went well.Downloading the original stuff is just personal choice.You can flash any firmware you want,test it,change it,flash carrier branded and non carrier branded firmwares until you find what you like as each different firmware has a different modem.Good idea to get rid of the triangle if you dont have a usb jig just in case you want to send it away.Your new original F/W will have the modem being used in your area for best speed and conectivity so if you can be rooted on that F/W then better still.Kies will still work but the updates will only work on your BV rooted version.
Roger that. Thank you again, much appreciate it.
cerberus1405 said:
First, Thanks again cooza.
w00tz, for your info,
I have flashed XW_INU_KL1 kernel via Odin (because I didn't have CWM Manager) and installed superuser and busybox thus gaining root.
Then reflashed "original" 2.6.35.7-I9100BVKL1-CL774645 from intratech:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928&highlight=bvkl1
Now running "official" kernel with root.
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Just a little revive.
Because it has been reported to me that sometimes I cannot be heard by the other person while talking, I have decided to also flash the original kernel from intratech. From what I understand, Firmware and Kernel should have matching versions.
I wanted to ask you if:
1. you reflashed from CWM or via Download mode?
2. do you still have CWM after reflashing this stock kernel?
Thanks.
Friendly bump. I tried to contact cerberus1405 but haven't had success.
So if anybody else can answer my questions. It doesn't matter if it's about KL1 kernel or another one.
I guess you didn't manage to search in the past week then? Kernel is unlikely to have any impact on call quality, only modem.
1). If you want to flash a stock kernel, you can do it several ways and there's no difference in outcome.
2). No, if you flash a stock kernel, you will lose CWM recovery.
If those are not the questions you wanted asking then you'll have to be more specific.
w00tz said:
Friendly bump. I tried to contact cerberus1405 but haven't had success.
So if anybody else can answer my questions. It doesn't matter if it's about KL1 kernel or another one.
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What's your question, more specified?
w00tz said:
Just a little revive.
Because it has been reported to me that sometimes I cannot be heard by the other person while talking, I have decided to also flash the original kernel from intratech. From what I understand, Firmware and Kernel should have matching versions.
I wanted to ask you if:
1. you reflashed from CWM or via Download mode?
2. do you still have CWM after reflashing this stock kernel?
Thanks.
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sorry, didn't log in lately. I flashed via Download mode.
usualy CWM works with CF-Root kernels. In my case CWM detected that I was running a different kernel and warned me about some features disabled. The app appears functional but haven't tried it yet.
Hy there, i have BVKL1 on my s2 and if i understand what is written here i can use
XWKL1 insecure to flash ?
Is that correct, sry if i bother u i'm kinda noob on this ...
Thx.
R3d_Wolf said:
Hy there, i have BVKL1 on my s2 and if i understand what is written here i can use
XWKL1 insecure to flash ?
Is that correct, sry if i bother u i'm kinda noob on this ...
Thx.
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KL1 yes
Best root method is .
Root + CWM .
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
jje
I was thinking to use odin + ClockworkMod-Recovery. This method it's not ok ?
Thank you for your answer.
Hi,
I used Odin and CF-Root XW_KL1 kernel.
I have kept these links http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=788108 and http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399, try to find a matching kernel there.
This method incremented the flash counter to 1 (and when I boot the phone I get the warning triangle), but I don't quite really care anymore about it.
It's been a while since I flashed and I can say that it is stable.
I have a usb jig so hopefully no triangle and counter 0.
Thx
Just one short question so I dont do something stupid: do I need to do some kind of procedure or anything before I flash Siyah 3.0.1.? The phone has ALL stock software and settings and hasn't been tampered like this in any way as its only several days old.
Thanks in advance.
bad move. 3.0.1 is for ics rom. You are likely to be on gingerbread.
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If you have not installed CWM, you can just install it via Odin. Also make sure that you actually have ICS (android 4.XX) installed on your phone or it wont work.
Just to confirm, you have the i9100? Not the US T-mobile version of SGS2?
jelle2503 said:
bad move. 3.0.1 is for ics rom. You are likely to be on gingerbread.
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Yeah I'm on Gingerbread, all stock. Should I flash 3.0 instead?
And I still dont know is there something to do, some kind of procedure or something before the flashing.
Here it says it already needs to be rooted before the flash...
http://www.inspiredgeek.com/2011/11...recovery-battery-life-screen-sensitivity-fix/
Kaze105 said:
If you have not installed CWM, you can just install it via Odin. Also make sure that you actually have ICS (android 4.XX) installed on your phone or it wont work.
Just to confirm, you have the i9100? Not the US T-mobile version of SGS2?
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Yeah, international version, GT i9100
boki9999 said:
Yeah I'm on Gingerbread, all stock. Should I flash 3.0 instead?
And I still dont know is there something to do, some kind of procedure or something before the flashing.
Here it says it already needs to be rooted before the flash...
http://www.inspiredgeek.com/2011/11...recovery-battery-life-screen-sensitivity-fix/
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do not install that siyah 3 kernel if you are still on gingerbread. You have 2 options. Install siyah 2.6.14 for gingerbread, or upgrade your current rom to ICS and then install siyah 3.
So, for example I could go with Speedmod or CfRoot, flash some Ics rom(Miui for example) and then flash Siyah?
If you want to stay on gingerbread and use siyah, use siyah 2.6.14 or lower. If you want to go to ICS, use siyah 3.0 or higher. It's that simple. 2.6.x only works on gingerbread, and 3.x only works on ICS.
just flash recovery
boki9999 said:
So, for example I could go with Speedmod or CfRoot, flash some Ics rom(Miui for example) and then flash Siyah?
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If its brand new and stock, first root (zergrush method), flash CF-Root using odin, get ClockWorkMod (using rom manager from market).
After that you can go ahead and flash any ICS rom but first backup everything.
So backup contacts (I just go to contacts and from menu use export to SD card), sms (using any sms backup app from market), all the apps you would like to save for later use with Titanium Backup (free addition is fine).
Also do a back for your stock rom in recovery (I suppose you can do that even before rooting - but I did it after I rooted and got CF-Root kernel).
Hope it helps.
Thanks a lot!
But doesnt Cf Root already come with CWM?
And is this the right method?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582
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boki9999 said:
Thanks a lot!
But doesnt Cf Root already come with CWM?
And is this the right method?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1321582
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Easy way to root is with odin. Look here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
That guy is great, but what's creating a confusion about Siyah is FAQ on his page:
Q: Does this kernel work on XXXXXX-ROM?
A: If the ROM is based on Samsung Stock ICS Rom LPQ or newer, it should. Otherwise, search the thread... If you cannot find any reference to that ROM, try the kernel. You won't lose anything by trying this kernel. Worst case scenario is to reflash your previous kernel or ROM. You can backup your previous kernel with Hellcat's k-tool from the market.
So, I tried with 3.0 on my GB 2.3.4., and it didn't work, so I had to flash old kernel.
The reason I want to use Siyah is dual-boot, which it should provide.
Another problem is that ICS comes very slowly.
Siyah V3 doesn't work with Gingerbread roms. It's an ICS kernel. Try Siyah 2.6.14, that's the GB version (look for the thread in the dev section).
I'm still so confused about all of this and can't decide what to do. In addition, there is no cf-root for my kernel(BOKK1).
From the CFRoot thread "What if there is no matching download ? Try finding the closest match." & "The XX and OXA identifiers are not that important" (in your case the BO).
boki9999 said:
I'm still so confused about all of this and can't decide what to do. In addition, there is no cf-root for my kernel(BOKK1).
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TimAnd said:
That guy is great, but what's creating a confusion about Siyah is FAQ on his page:
Q: Does this kernel work on XXXXXX-ROM?
A: If the ROM is based on Samsung Stock ICS Rom LPQ or newer, it should. Otherwise, search the thread... If you cannot find any reference to that ROM, try the kernel. You won't lose anything by trying this kernel. Worst case scenario is to reflash your previous kernel or ROM. You can backup your previous kernel with Hellcat's k-tool from the market.
So, I tried with 3.0 on my GB 2.3.4., and it didn't work, so I had to flash old kernel.
The reason I want to use Siyah is dual-boot, which it should provide.
Another problem is that ICS comes very slowly.
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Hmmm. I think I answered this...
MistahBungle said:
Siyah V3 doesn't work with Gingerbread roms. It's an ICS kernel. Try Siyah 2.6.14, that's the GB version (look for the thread in the dev section).
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Deja vu! I said the same thing on page 1! (no offense, MB. Meant for the other dude)
Did you ? Sorry CTM, didn't read the first page :-( Just saw the 'query' at the top of this page.
ctomgee said:
Hmmm. I think I answered this...Deja vu! I said the same thing on page 1! (no offense, MB. Meant for the other dude)
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boki9999 said:
I'm still so confused about all of this and can't decide what to do. In addition, there is no cf-root for my kernel(BOKK1).
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You can use the kk2 CF root kernel.
TimAnd said:
The reason I want to use Siyah is dual-boot, which it should provide.
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Siyah Kernel up to 3.01 (which is for ICS as you are already told) up to now does not support dual boot! Its only a placeholder till now in CWM. It may support dual boot in future but not now.
I'm running the latest version of the Resurrection remix, I rooted it before using CF-ROOT which was CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_LP7-v5.4-CWM5. I used the official rom before, then used that CF-ROOT then installed Resurrection remix.
Now when I go into CWM manager it says This version of CWM manager should be used with cf-root v5.0 or newer. but I'm sure I rooted with version 5.4. What should I do to fix it? Everything works fine its just this is nagging me
Would I be able to re-root it as normally and keep my ROM?
A new Rom implements a new Kernel
i dont know which one Resureection uses all i know its a AOKP Rom.
You can try CF Root but i dont know if it Supports AOKP Roms.
Well check your Phone info in Settings it should say which Kernel is used atm.
leechseed said:
A new Rom implements a new Kernel
i dont know which one Resureection uses all i know its a AOKP Rom.
You can try CF Root but i dont know if it Supports AOKP Roms.
Well check your Phone info in Settings it should say which Kernel is used atm.
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My kernel is 3.036-FLUXI-XX.02, what should I do in regards to the error? Basically my CF-ROOT needs the latest version, anything that could be done? Thank you.
So you are not on CF Root anymore beacause Resurrection Rom flashed with Fluxi Kernel..
Well Fluxi should support CWM - but i dont know if its the same as in CF
ClockworkMod Recovery xxTouch 5.5.0.4 complete Customized & Rebuilt
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and i still dont know if CF supports AOSP Roms
sorry
Relemar said:
My kernel is 3.036-FLUXI-XX.02, what should I do in regards to the error? Basically my CF-ROOT needs the latest version, anything that could be done? Thank you.
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try flashing the latest siyah kernel v3.3.2 and u will not have the 'This version of CWM manager should be used with cf-root v5.0' message Nagging u any more
Relemar said:
My kernel is 3.036-FLUXI-XX.02, what should I do in regards to the error? Basically my CF-ROOT needs the latest version, anything that could be done? Thank you.
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If you flash a different kernel (in your case Fluxi Kernel), CWM Manager may remain installed. However, functions may not work, because they need kernel compatibility! Just flash Siyah Kernel 3.3.2 & CWM Manager will recognize it again...cheers
Download from here:
http://www.gokhanmoral.com/
Hi mate,
Is Resurrection Remix the ROM or the Kernel? I'll try this Siyah now What will actually change?
Thank you! :victory:
Resurrection is the ROM
just in case, this one is for SGS2 ;-) http://www.gokhanmoral.com/gm/2012/06/12/siyahkernel-sgs2-v3-3-2/
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1555259
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1658647
All done, worked a treat. God knows what's happened but it's working, it's all still so confusing haha. Thanks to everyone involved.
Relemar said:
All done, worked a treat. God knows what's happened but it's working, it's all still so confusing haha. Thanks to everyone involved.
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Congratulations mate, You just add beauty (Siyah) to the beast (RR ROM)
Any idea why System UI keeps crashing when I try and plug my phone into my PC?
howdy,
I just got this i9100 with the kernel : 2.6.35.7-i9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] #2.
I'd like to put cfroot and clockword etc.. on it but I got a little bit confused.
From what I understand I have to put a newer version kernel on it with similar name "XWKDD".
I tried to find a similar one in the chainfire thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 but i couldnt manage.
So basically my question is which kernel do I use if I want to put a miui or resurrection remix or any 4.1 ROM on it?
Can i just put this Dorimanx one on it via Odin? That seems to work with everything?!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1617219
Also the phone is running stock 2.3.3, rooted but it doesnt have custom recovery.
One more thing if I put another another kernel on it, the I mentioned for example, will it still run the stock Gingerbread?
Thank you in advance
I recommend you to upgrade your phone to ICS, then flash custom kernel and ROM.
przemcio510 said:
I recommend you to upgrade your phone to ICS, then flash custom kernel and ROM.
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Well I tried to update it with Kies, but the bloody thing just crashed on me so I'm pretty afraid of that evil program.
Can I upgrade the official ICS with Odin too?
Also if I do it with Odin is it enough if I only put the ROM on it? Does that update the kernel too (same for the kies if i try again with that, that updates the kernel too?)?
Btw i couldnt find a stock kernel with this code that mine has
elfboci said:
howdy,
I just got this i9100 with the kernel : 2.6.35.7-i9100XWKDD-CL161513 [email protected] #2.
I'd like to put cfroot and clockword etc.. on it but I got a little bit confused.
From what I understand I have to put a newer version kernel on it with similar name "XWKDD".
I tried to find a similar one in the chainfire thread but i couldnt manage.
So basically my question is which kernel do I use if I want to put a miui or resurrection remix or any 4.1 ROM on it?
Can i just put this Dorimanx one on it via Odin? That seems to work with everything?!
Also the phone is running stock 2.3.3, rooted but it doesnt have custom recovery.
One more thing if I put another another kernel on it, the I mentioned for example, will it still run the stock Gingerbread?
Thank you in advance
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Siyah all the way for the S2
cypherrom666 said:
Siyah all the way for the S2
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Siyah won't work on GB. you can upgrade to stock ICS via Odin. Download a 4.0.3 firmware for your device from sammobile.com and install via Odin. Then flash a custom kernel. For the ROMs you mentioned, siyah is preferable simply since dorimanx has a couple of versions. And determining which version will support which ROM might get a little confusing if you're just starting out. Just my opinion, start off wit siyah, then can switch over to dorimanx later when you figure out which versions support which ROMs.
Good luck. :thumbup:
EDIT: yes, just installing the ROM (firmware) is enough. It'll include the stock ICS kernel along with it.
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HAXTREME said:
Siyah won't work on GB. you can upgrade to stock ICS via Odin. Download a 4.0.3 firmware for your device from sammobile.com and install via Odin. Then flash a custom kernel. For the ROMs you mentioned, siyah is preferable simply since dorimanx has a couple of versions. And determining which version will support which ROM might get a little confusing if you're just starting out. Just my opinion, start off wit siyah, then can switch over to dorimanx later when you figure out which versions support which ROMs.
Good luck. :thumbup:
EDIT: yes, just installing the ROM (firmware) is enough. It'll include the stock ICS kernel along with it.
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I found the Siyah 4.1.5 kernel I assume this is it, http://www.gokhanmoral.com/gm/2012/09/08/siyahkernel-s2-v4-1/, does it put custom recovery and root on it automatically?
Yes.but first you'll have to be on ICS.
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Yes.but first you'll have to be on ICS.
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does it matter which regional ICS i download? I mean, the guy i bought it from said its originally unlocked, but at boot UK O2 pops up /im not using O2 tho so it seems to be true, im just sayin .
Not so much. The only difference between firmwares for different regions is the modem. If after rooting you find your signal isn't as good as it was earlier, you can always flash a different modem at a later stage.
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Thanks for the help, worked like a charm <3
elfboci said:
Thanks for the help, worked like a charm <3
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hmm after installing Resurrection remix, my PC just cant connect to the storage, even tho it recognizes it but it says cant find hardware identifier, it only says only samsung mobile usb composite device
USB debugging is turned on
I'm trying to root+cwm my brother's sgs2 to bring it back to life (so much lagg).
I've done this with my sgs3 but it's tedious trying to find the right method and files for this particular device.
I have searched these forums but am not reassured that I'm going about this the right way to get the rooting process over and done with as there doesnt seem to be much info on rooting 4.1.2. Better to be safe and ask than to be sorry...
Device Info:
PDA: i9100XWLSD
Phone: i9100XXLS8
CSC: i9100ojvls6
Basebrand: i9100XXLS8
Build: JZO54KJ9100XWLSD
Kernel: 3.0.31-889555 dpi @ dell 228 #3 smp preempt TJ31 14 48 54 KST 2013
Android version: 4.1.2
This thread says I have to look under kernel version for something similar to 2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG1-CL349526 but this info seems to have been moved from kernel version with 4.1.2.
I'm guessing that i should use CF-Root-SGS2_XW_OJV_KF1-v4.0-CWM4.zip based on my CSC but don't see anywhere in this thread if I can use this rooting method for 4.1.2.
This thread also asks you to look at kernel code similar to XWLPX-NEE but this does not exist under kernel version on my phone. Now I'm not sure if I should use XWLSD (bootloop fixed) or XXLS8-FOP (Jellybean) as both of these are relevant to my device info.
Or should i use this method and run superoneclick later?
Any clarification would be thanked and appreciated!
jbonetwo said:
I'm trying to root+cwm my brother's sgs2 to bring it back to life (so much lagg).
I've done this with my sgs3 but it's tedious trying to find the right method and files for this particular device.
I have searched these forums but am not reassured that I'm going about this the right way to get the rooting process over and done with as there doesnt seem to be much info on rooting 4.1.2. Better to be safe and ask than to be sorry...
Device Info:
PDA: i9100XWLSD
Phone: i9100XXLS8
CSC: i9100ojvls6
Basebrand: i9100XXLS8
Build: JZO54KJ9100XWLSD
Kernel: 3.0.31-889555 dpi @ dell 228 #3 smp preempt TJ31 14 48 54 KST 2013
Android version: 4.1.2
This thread says I have to look under kernel version for something similar to 2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG1-CL349526 but this info seems to have been moved from kernel version with 4.1.2.
I'm guessing that i should use CF-Root-SGS2_XW_OJV_KF1-v4.0-CWM4.zip based on my CSC but don't see anywhere in this thread if I can use this rooting method for 4.1.2.
This thread also asks you to look at kernel code similar to XWLPX-NEE but this does not exist under kernel version on my phone. Now I'm not sure if I should use XWLSD (bootloop fixed) or XXLS8-FOP (Jellybean) as both of these are relevant to my device info.
Or should i use this method and run superoneclick later?
Any clarification would be thanked and appreciated!
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use a custom kernel (eg siyah,dorimanx...etc)that comes pro-rooted and CWM installed.
link for dorimanx kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1617219
link for siyah kernel http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1555259
download the TAR version of the kernel and flash it with odin 3.07.
how to use odin:
download odin http://d-h.st/SdH
boot your phone in download mode (Press and hold the Volume Down key, Home button (middle key), and Power button simultaneously. A warning message will appear on the next screen. Press the Volume Up key to continue).
open odin,click on PDA,choose your downloaded kernel,and start flashing.
hope it helps.
No problem asking, but its not that there isnt much info about rooting, its that there is far too much.
My answer depends on exactly what you want, with a view to present and future desires.
If you want root and cwm you can flash apollo/siyah or philz kernel.You can do it by odin, or see what signed zips are available to use stock recovery.
You should also run a kernel cleaning script.
So what you're saying is kernel version, csc etc. all dont matter as long as its simply an i9100 running 4.1.2 when using the above siyah/dorimanx/phillz methods?
I intend to keep it as stock as possible (my bro's terrified of rooting) until he sees its safe and wants features only available in other roms at which point i'll probably use cyanogenmod with no custom kernels.
My question (how to root when on 4.1.2 for my particular hardware) is probably what most new rooters for the i9100 come to this section of the forum for today. But unfortunately the stickies give you the idea 'do not use this method unless made for your exact device!!'
or maybe its just me...
i think i'll go the philz route for pure stock experience. i have trouble figuring out which version i need based on what my about page says:
XWLSD (bootloop fixed)
or
XXLS8-FOP (Jellybean)
??
jbonetwo said:
I'm trying to root+cwm my brother's sgs2 to bring it back to life (so much lagg).
I've done this with my sgs3 but it's tedious trying to find the right method and files for this particular device.
I have searched these forums but am not reassured that I'm going about this the right way to get the rooting process over and done with as there doesnt seem to be much info on rooting 4.1.2. Better to be safe and ask than to be sorry...
Device Info:
PDA: i9100XWLSD
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jbonetwo said:
i think i'll go the philz route for pure stock experience. i have trouble figuring out which version i need based on what my about page says:
XWLSD (bootloop fixed)
or
XXLS8-FOP (Jellybean)
??
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PDA refers to the build version of the firmware so,use the XWLSD version
LYandroid said:
PDA refers to the build version of the firmware so,use the XWLSD version
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Thank you!!
Wow i don't know what you guys are talking about
But if you just need to root your device why don't you try
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2130276
1-klick and root
And if you need to install cwm you just have to download rom manager from playstore - he will automatically install the latest cwm for your device
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No. Do not use Rom Manager on the I9100/T/G/M/P. At all. Ever. It will break recovery/cause bootloops eventually, which will require an wipe and/or an Odin flash to recover.
Besides, any recovery flashed on its own on this phone will only persist until the next reboot anyway, due to recovery being baked into the kernel/not on a separate partition like many other devices.
Flash a custom kernel of your choice = rooted phone + CWM & you can then flash whatever custom rom/kernel you want from there. No need to flash CWM separately.
MistahBungle said:
No. Do not use Rom Manager on the I9100/T/G/M/P. At all. Ever. It will break recovery/cause bootloops eventually, which will require an wipe and/or an Odin flash to recover.
Besides, any recovery flashed on its own on this phone will only persist until the next reboot anyway, due to recovery being baked into the kernel/not on a separate partition like many other devices.
Flash a custom kernel of your choice = rooted phone + CWM & you can then flash whatever custom rom/kernel you want from there. No need to flash CWM separately.
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Didn't know it shouldn't be used on these models, only tested it with my phone.
however how do i know which model he is using? I'm a bit confused know
Nevertheless, sry for giving false information, never would have thought it could break the phone cause it says in rom manager it will find the fitting cwm ...:screwy:
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All good Yeah, Rom Manager breaks stuff. You might get away with using it for a while (maybe even a long while), but in most cases it do the things I mentioned sooner or later. CWM has everything you need anyway.
How do you know what model someone is using ? Ask them.
MistahBungle said:
All good Yeah, Rom Manager breaks stuff. You might get away with using it for a while (maybe even a long while), but in most cases it do the things I mentioned sooner or later. CWM has everything you need anyway.
How do you know what model someone is using ? Ask them.
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Ah okay thought u saw it in his information ...
Well okay but for me it worked, i just used it to install temporarily cwm. Afterwards i flashed a new rom and yeah ...with that you have cwm anyway.
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Well this didn't go at all as I'd hoped even if it could be worse:
-rooted using Philz XWLSD (fixed for bootloop) and confirmed supersu was working
-made a nandroid backup in philz
-did a data wipe>clean for new rom as planning to install cm 10.1.3
-wiped cache & dalvik cache
-realized i should probably make a 'clean' stock version first to give my bro the option of choosing stock or cm
-restored the nandroid and rebooted
Now I'm stuck at the samsung logo on boot. Not sure how to go forward as this is my first boot issue ever after flashing 50+ roms on the s3 using cwm.
Installing cm thereafter resulted in no issues but it'd be nice to know i could go back to stock if my bro wanted
jbonetwo said:
Well this didn't go at all as I'd hoped even if it could be worse:
-rooted using Philz XWLSD (fixed for bootloop) and confirmed supersu was working
-made a nandroid backup in philz
-did a data wipe>clean for new rom as planning to install cm 10.1.3
-wiped cache & dalvik cache
-realized i should probably make a 'clean' stock version first to give my bro the option of choosing stock or cm
-restored the nandroid and rebooted
Now I'm stuck at the samsung logo on boot. Not sure how to go forward as this is my first boot issue ever after flashing 50+ roms on the s3 using cwm.
Installing cm thereafter resulted in no issues but it'd be nice to know i could go back to stock if my bro wanted
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Well i don't really see a reason why the restore didn't work. I would try to make a complete wipe after restoring and than run the backup again...sometimes that helps ...
If no try to flash a custom rom first with the same Android version like ur stock rom and afterwards try to restore ....
It sounds not very logical but i had to do that often :banghead:
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Well i don't really see a reason why the restore didn't work. I would try to make a complete wipe after restoring and than run the backup again...sometimes that helps ...
If no try to flash a custom rom first with the same Android version like ur stock rom and afterwards try to restore ....
It sounds not very logical but i had to do that often :banghead:
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Apparently the problem was that philz does not backup the /preload/ partition by default which results in the bootloop. The only possibility is flashing the original fw via odin and trying to integrate that /preload/ partition with my current (incomplete) nandroid. Will need some time to test this as my brother is currently quite happy with cm.
Yeah.....I've run into that preload issue with PhilZ myself........
There is a thread on here by Chainfire for one of his creations called mobile Odin.....it allows you to flash a firmware 'in phone' without the use of a PC or PC based Odin.......
With regards to integrating two partial backups.....I'd be surprised if that worked.....integration IS probably possible..... But then you have to modify the MD5 file in order for the recovery to accept and flash the integrated backup.....from what I understand, the MD5 acts *like* a numerical 'bar code'.......
In the same way that a bar code is linked to a specific product, the MD5 is linked to a specific backup or other flashable zip.....I believe it 'encodes' the size, number of folders/files etc......if the MD5 info is a mismatch to the zip, cwm 'scratches it's head' and refuses to flash it........
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