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
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Hi
I am new on the SGS2 though i have one Android Tablet.
I have been reading a lot and there is something i have not been able to find.
I want to root, , install CMW and install this custom ROM: Dynamic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1582217
1.- Do i need to install first the CF-ROOT kernel matching my actual Firm to make the root or can i install the Siyah kernel at this will make the root anyway?
2.- If i install the CF-root using ODIN, do i need to install an specific kernel for that ROM? Or most kernels work with most rom?
Thanks.
I suggest you flashing the cf-root kernel with odin then you can install your custom rom from the modified recovery mode flashing the .zip file of the rom.
You can flash the siyah kernel after that, because generally custom roms mount a custom kernel which supports CWM (Clock Work Mod, the custom recovery).
If i helped u, press thanks.
if you are on ics you should be good flashing siyah but most of us here started with cf root
darkpollo said:
Hi
I am new on the SGS2 though i have one Android Tablet.
I have been reading a lot and there is something i have not been able to find.
I want to root, , install CMW and install this custom ROM: Dynamic
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1582217
1.- Do i need to install first the CF-ROOT kernel matching my actual Firm to make the root or can i install the Siyah kernel at this will make the root anyway?
2.- If i install the CF-root using ODIN, do i need to install an specific kernel for that ROM? Or most kernels work with most rom?
Thanks.
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1/ follow the install notes stated for that rom also siyah kernel if flashed thru odin will give you root and install cwm/superuser
2/if you install cf root again follow install notes within that thread and it does say best to use same cf as your stock kernel or find one close to it to match
i prefer to use siyah less hassle but each to there own and everyone has there own choice
Thank you all.
I decided to go safe and try with CF-Root. Now i am rooted and i have installed the rom using the CWM.
Do you recommend to change the kernel again? I think that the rom has its own kernel but i am not sure.
Also something weird happen (little off topic), after wipe and reinstall the rom, i have some apps installed by default, some of them where on the old ROM.
I thought that all the apps will be deleted with the installation of the new rom.
Not sure how to fix it.
Thanks again
Apps will only be deleted by doing a full wipe in cwm. And you dont need to flash another kernel if you only want the root feature.. i think all the custom roms use a rooted kernel... some use cf-root, some siyah, some speedmod etc...
Well, i really prefer to use the features offered by other kernels. I was not sure if i can change the kernel keeping the Roms or if i need to reinstall everything afterwards.
How do i make a Full Wipe? most of the apps are bloatware and i do not want them.
Thanks
im also a noob and i use siyah without changing much
just OC to 1400 and choosing en demand for governor
darkpollo said:
Well, i really prefer to use the features offered by other kernels. I was not sure if i can change the kernel keeping the Roms or if i need to reinstall everything afterwards.
How do i make a Full Wipe? most of the apps are bloatware and i do not want them.
Thanks
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You must go in the custom recovery and press "Data wipe/factory reset", so you wil have only the system apps, but you must start the phone configuration again.
U can flash another kernel if you want, there's no problem with the rom, but remember to do a dalvik wipe.
If youre thinking about to flash a new kernel, i would prefer to flash the kernel first (now) and then do a full wipe and dalvik wipe. Otherwise youre doing some work twice...
And if youre yet haveing some "bloatware" (e.g. from a provider branded firmware) after wipeing, you can delete them (be careful with system apps) with root explorer... (in "\system\app" folder....
darkpollo said:
Thank you all.
I decided to go safe and try with CF-Root. Now i am rooted and i have installed the rom using the CWM.
Do you recommend to change the kernel again? I think that the rom has its own kernel but i am not sure.
Also something weird happen (little off topic), after wipe and reinstall the rom, i have some apps installed by default, some of them where on the old ROM.
I thought that all the apps will be deleted with the installation of the new rom.
Not sure how to fix it.
Thanks again
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If your happy with the results you get form using CF then by all means stay with it otherwise follow the thread in which your rom is based on users will often leave feedback on there selected kernels and setups like my signature for example check im sure theres users within your choosen thread with the same
I can advise using the kernel cleaning script after changing to another kernel. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363738
This will prevent problems that left behind files from the old kernel can cause.
After flashing the file/script install the desired kernel
Thank you to everyone!
Ubbabubba said:
You must go in the custom recovery and press "Data wipe/factory reset", so you wil have only the system apps, but you must start the phone configuration again.
U can flash another kernel if you want, there's no problem with the rom, but remember to do a dalvik wipe.
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I did the Data wipe/factory reset and everything as per the instructions:
*For a clean installation and no problem
- Download the ROM and put it on your S2.
- Go to Recovery
- Wipe data factory reset, wipe cache.
- In Advance: wipe dalvik cache and wipe battery stats.
- In mount and storage - format data , system and cache
- Install the zip file and you will get the CWM install completed message.
- Select Reboot Now and let the phone boot up to an Android setup screen.
- If there are Update, download it, put it on the phone, go to recovery and install it. Don't do wipes.
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1582217
glowfinger said:
If youre thinking about to flash a new kernel, i would prefer to flash the kernel first (now) and then do a full wipe and dalvik wipe. Otherwise youre doing some work twice...
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I think i am going to make it more than twice.
I will go to other kernel to try them. The battery on CF is not as good as i would like.
glowfinger said:
And if youre yet haveing some "bloatware" (e.g. from a provider branded firmware) after wipeing, you can delete them (be careful with system apps) with root explorer... (in "\system\app" folder....
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That is the strange thing. I am not using any branded firmware, i came from one, but i thought everything was to be erased after the wipes and formats.
Spunkynitro said:
I can advise using the kernel cleaning script after changing to another kernel. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1363738
This will prevent problems that left behind files from the old kernel can cause.
After flashing the file/script install the desired kernel
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I will use this on my next try this weekend.
If i do not understand wrong this is what i need to do:
Review the rom to find a kernel that suits it.
Use the kernel cleaning script
Install the new kernel.
Follow the instructions to flash the desired ROM with all the wipes and formats required.
Anything else?
I rooted my i777 with UCEL5 from forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181 with Odin3 v1.85 .
To put on Siyah v3 kernel, it says i must wipe cache and wipe dalvik. Now i dont have an "advanced" option in recovery mode. I did some reasearch and it says i must have CWM to do the wipe dalvik. To get CWM on my phone, i read i must flash another kernel. this part is confusing me.
So i should flash another kernel, for example forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 , and then do the steps and reflash Siyah onto it? Is this safe to do?
or did i do something wrong with the rooting step, because after rooting my kernel changed but i dont know why CWM wasnt included in this kernel.
xnotoriouzpakix said:
I rooted my i777 with UCEL5 from forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181 with Odin3 v1.85 .
To put on Siyah v3 kernel, it says i must wipe cache and wipe dalvik. Now i dont have an "advanced" option in recovery mode. I did some reasearch and it says i must have CWM to do the wipe dalvik. To get CWM on my phone, i read i must flash another kernel. this part is confusing me.
So i should flash another kernel, for example forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399 , and then do the steps and reflash Siyah onto it? Is this safe to do?
or did i do something wrong with the rooting step, because after rooting my kernel changed but i dont know why CWM wasnt included in this kernel.
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I can't load that thread you got the ROM from but if you're rooted you can use Mobile ODIN to flash the Siyah kernel the XDA free version and info is in this thread.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1347899
Check this thread for info as well..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1650948
EDIT: I just found what you flashed, you need to get off that kernel ASAP go back to that thread and read what creepy said he tells in detail how to flash the kernel via Mobile ODIN it's easy install Mobile ODIN apk download the new kernel extract the zImage from the zip load it in the kernel slot in Mobile ODIN and hit flash that will give CWM and a safe kernel then you can boot in to recovery and wipe cache and wipe dalvik....GL
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181
snipe2nite said:
I can't load that thread you got the ROM from but if you're rooted you can use Mobile ODIN to flash the Siyah kernel the XDA free version and info is in this thread.....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1347899
Check this thread for info as well..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1650948
EDIT: I just found what you flashed, you need to get off that kernel ASAP go back to that thread and read what creepy said he tells in detail how to flash the kernel via Mobile ODIN it's easy install Mobile ODIN apk download the new kernel extract the zImage from the zip load it in the kernel slot in Mobile ODIN and hit flash that will give CWM and a safe kernel then you can boot in to recovery and wipe cache and wipe dalvik....GL
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1746181
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i know i am trying to get off this kernel to Siyah, but the instructions for Siyah said to wipe cache and dalvik before flashing the kernel. so is it ok if i just skip the wipe dalvik and go ahead with the flash ?
xnotoriouzpakix said:
i know i am trying to get off this kernel to Siyah, but the instructions for Siyah said to wipe cache and dalvik before flashing the kernel. so is it ok if i just skip the wipe dalvik and go ahead with the flash ?
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Yes it's fine.
Sent from my SGH-I777 using Tapatalk 2
xnotoriouzpakix said:
i know i am trying to get off this kernel to Siyah, but the instructions for Siyah said to wipe cache and dalvik before flashing the kernel. so is it ok if i just skip the wipe dalvik and go ahead with the flash ?
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Yes and don't worry about installing the MobileODIN_FlashKernel_I777-v1.0.zip that is only needed to flash full ROMS you can flash the kernel with just Mobile ODIN... I know it gets confusing just make sure you read all you can and don't do ANYTHING till you understand EVERYTHING... GL
snipe2nite said:
I know it gets confusing just make sure you read all you can and don't do ANYTHING till you understand EVERYTHING... GL
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....But I no understand zeez Earth women....dis means I can not do anyzing wiff her?!
thanks guys for all the help i was succesfully able to do all i needed for my first root and flash rom
Hi all,
Can someone help me please?
I have an S3, and have come from an S1 and several HTC's before that. Well versed in the world of flashing.
My friend has an S2, and is trying to flash a custom ROM (has tried several different ones).
He has successfully rooted and install CWM using CF-root, but when he flashes ROMs they do not work. They don't get errors when flashing, but then always gets bootloops he reboots.
The only thing that I could think was missing was from my S1 days when there was recovery 2e, but I understand the recovery is within the kernel on the S2, so thats not it.
I'm sure there is something simple missing.. he has followed the myriad of guides on here to the letter, with no joy.
His current ROM (flashed through Odin) is XWLPO (which according to several sources can be rooted with cf-root for XXLQ5)
Before flashing a custom rom, he needs to wipe at least cache and dalvik in recovery. If still not fixed, wipe data. But, never and never do this wipe in cwm while on lpo (despite the fixed v 5.6 cf root lq5 should be fine)
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
Phil3759 said:
Before flashing a custom rom, he needs to wipe at least cache and dalvik in recovery. If still not fixed, wipe data. But, never and never do this wipe in cwm while on lpo (despite the fixed v 5.6 cf root lq5 should be fine)
Sent from my GT-I9100 using Tapatalk 2
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Thank buddy.
Just to clarify, is it only the wipe data that doesn't work from recovery, or the cache & dalvik as well?
And I assume if you don't do it through recovery, then you do it through settings --> Backup and reset?
It is best to perform full wipe, wipe cache and dalvik.
from my personal expirience its better to flash a custom rom via CWM and not via odin and defenatly full wipe and fix permissions bevor reboot
darkside super wipe?
cant i just run darkside super wipe the flash a new rom thats it right or am i missing something
I believe someone here will find this helpful
General steps before flashing a new ROM.
Requirements: ROOT access, CWM recovery
***Backup your present ROM just incase***
1. Wipe data/ factory reset
2. Wipe cache partition
3. Wipe dalvik cache (under advanced)
4. Format /system (under mount)
5. Flash your desired Rom/zips
6. Fix permissions (under advanced)
Notes:
- If you are moving from from an AOSP ROM to Samsung (vice versa), perform all the steps above.
- If you are upgrading / downgrading from one android version to another e.g ICS to jellybean or 4.0.3 to 4.0.4, also perform all the steps above.
- If you are upgrading from a Samsung ROM to another wipe the same android version, you may skip step 1.
- if you are upgrading your Aosp/aokp Rom with another with the same android version e.g 4.0.4 Aosp to 4.0.4 aokp, you may also skip
step 1.
*******Important******
If you are presently running a Samsung based 4.0.4 Rom that is using Samsung based kernel e.g CF-ROOT or stock kernel, please flash Siyah kernel before performing any of the above steps. You will end up with ash unusable device if you don't adhere to this important information.
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
i have been trying to flash a custom rom for quite some time now
i flash a standard rom from samfirmware everything works fine
then i root the phone foe clockwork recovery and super user
now no matter what rom i install all it does is reboot its self over and over
ive tried clearing catche and divlek and factory reset befor and after update but no joy please help me
JohnyBoy2o11 said:
i have been trying to flash a custom rom for quite some time now
i flash a standard rom from samfirmware everything works fine
then i root the phone foe clockwork recovery and super user
now no matter what rom i install all it does is reboot its self over and over
ive tried clearing catche and divlek and factory reset befor and after update but no joy please help me
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What standard ROM did you use? Did you do a wipe after you installed Clockwork?
JohnyBoy2o11 said:
i have been trying to flash a custom rom for quite some time now
i flash a standard rom from samfirmware everything works fine
then i root the phone foe clockwork recovery and super user
now no matter what rom i install all it does is reboot its self over and over
ive tried clearing catche and divlek and factory reset befor and after update but no joy please help me
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General steps before flashing a new ROM.
1. Backup your present ROM just incase
1. Wipe data/ factory reset
2. Wipe cache partition
3. Wipe dalvik cache (under advanced)
4. Format /system (under mount)
5. Flash your desired Rom/zips
6. Fix permissions (under advanced)
Notes:
- If you are moving from from an AOSP ROM to Samsung (vice versa), perform all the steps above.
- If you are upgrading / downgrading from one android version to another e.g ICS to jellybean or 4.0.3 to 4.0.4, also perform all the steps above.
- If you are upgrading from a Samsung ROM to another wipe the same android version, you may skip step 1.
- if you are upgrading your Aosp/aokp Rom with another with the same android version e.g 4.0.4 Aosp to 4.0.4 aokp, you may also skip step 1.
*******Important******
If you are presently running a Samsung based 4.0.4 Rom that is using Samsung based kernel e.g CF-ROOT or stock kernel, please flash Siyah kernel before performing any of the above steps. You will end up with an unusable device if you don't adhere to this important information.
Swyped from my Samsung Galaxy SII
JohnyBoy2o11 said:
i have been trying to flash a custom rom for quite some time now
i flash a standard rom from samfirmware everything works fine
then i root the phone foe clockwork recovery and super user
now no matter what rom i install all it does is reboot its self over and over
ive tried clearing catche and divlek and factory reset befor and after update but no joy please help me
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Based on the bold, you're in a bootloop. Try to wipe data/ factory reset, clear cache and dalvic in cwm recovery and it should work
Edit: and are you following the steps on the first post of the thread? The creator of the rom usually has step by step instructions on how to install the rom
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda premium
darkside super wipe
can i just use darkside super wipe before installing a new rom is that good enough
I used to have the same problem too, the problem was with my kernel, if you can, go into download mode and flash stock ROM then root using siyah
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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.