[Q] Can I flash a different phones ROM to my phone? - Android Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Okay, lets say i have a Galaxy Nexus, and find a really awesome Galaxy S3 ROM, can i flash it on my galaxy nexus or vice versa? What will happen if i do?
thnx.

probable brick.
bad idea, unless you know the various files to modify before flashing. check the stickies for how to port a rom to a new model
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laughingT said:
probable brick.
bad idea, unless you know the various files to modify before flashing. check the stickies for how to port a rom to a new model
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thnx for the quick reply and heads up, i was just about to do it

You would brick your device. DO NOT DO IT. If by any chance, your device did boot, nothing would work. Make sure to port it first. Don't want a damaged phone.
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Whiplashh said:
You would brick your device. DO NOT DO IT. If by any chance, your device did boot, nothing would work. Make sure to port it first. Don't want a damaged phone.
Sent From My Rooted, S-OFF'd Blackberry Curve using the iOS XDA Application for Android.
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I still dont understand what will happen

Jack Jake said:
thnx for the quick reply and heads up, i was just about to do it
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you are welcome. maybe you should slow down a little and read a lot of xda threads before acting. i don't want dampen your enthusiasm for experimentation, but there is a lot here at xda that is worth reading, starting with the stickies in the fora that you visit.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1801690
what would happen? you would have drivers that couldn't talk to your phone's hardware. if you got anything to display on you screen, it would probably be the wrong size or complete jibberish.
if the package you flashed included boot loaders that were not for your phone, you could be totally bricked. it might still work as a spare battery charger, but maybe not even that.
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Jack Jake said:
I still dont understand what will happen
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Bricked phone means dead, absolute death, you won't even be able to enter recovery or download mode (CMIIW). You should do some reading first as suggested and really do it if you really know what you're doing.
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Jack Jake said:
Okay, lets say i have a Galaxy Nexus, and find a really awesome Galaxy S3 ROM, can i flash it on my galaxy nexus or vice versa? What will happen if i do?
thnx.
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Had you followed the rules then you would know the answer to our question.
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[Q] Noob to XDA Dev. Looking to see if I understand this right regarding ICS ROMs.

Hey guys! I've lurked around here for a while. I bought a Samsung Galaxy S II for ATT a few months ago after being a longtime iPhone user. Therefore, I'm fairly new to the whole Android tweaking process. I want to install an ICS ROM onto my phone, particularly CM9. I've read the stickies, and am really trying to understand, but at the same time, do not wish to brick my phone. So could someone tell me if this is correct? Or where I'm wrong? Based on what I've read here, to install ICS, I need to...
1. Root my phone as outlined in the thread for that. (The one about not activating the yellow triangle. Since I'm on 2.3.6, I'll need to use "Odin3 One-Click Downloader".)
2. Backup my apps and texts and crap using Titanium Backup to my SD card.
3. Install the proper kernel (where do I find this?) using Mobile Odin.
4. Make sure CWM is active, backup NAND (I assume this is an option?) and flash CM9.
5. Flash Google Apps.
6. Restore my Ti backup.
Thanks guys for the help! And sorry if I'm being stupid/completely misunderstanding.
Read, useless thread is useless
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Read, read and read some more. Do a search for Hellraiser as there are no true ICS ROMs for this phone yet, only i900 ports.
If you need to ask questions like this, you are not ready for ICS and ICS is not ready for you.
Since I9100 kernel source code has only been out for a week and we had a bunch of I777-specific **** to fix - while lots of progress has been made things are not quite working yet.
man some people are rude in here....
And others are lazy. Welcome to XDA.
There are a lot of different roms. Usually they rewrite the kernel within the install of the rom. But basically you have the right idea...
ChefAnt said:
man some people are rude in here....
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And some people expect others to do the work for them. Remember, no one in here gets paid to be helpful. This is primarily a self-service forum.
Miami_Son said:
And some people expect others to do the work for them. Remember, no one in here gets paid to be helpful. This is primarily a self-service forum.
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i service myself occasionally.
Pirateghost said:
i service myself occasionally.
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OK, eww, never touching your keyboard.
Miami_Son said:
And some people expect others to do the work for them. Remember, no one in here gets paid to be helpful. This is primarily a self-service forum.
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Hey Red.... Were you not just looking for this guy today?
Sent from the baddest cellphone ever made.
Miami_Son said:
Read, read and read some more. Do a search for Hellraiser as there are no true ICS ROMs for this phone yet, only i900 ports.
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I missed you.
This thread is terrible...
(Post edited/deleted.. f**k it )
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tylerdurdin said:
Hey Red.... Were you not just looking for this guy today?
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I'm easy to find in here. Just look for someone's stupid post and I'm probably in it.
Miami_Son said:
tylerdurdin said:
I'm easy to find in here. Just look for someone's stupid post and I'm probably in it.
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well the thread is still open.. so it must serve some purpose right
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This is a legit question. He's done the research and just needs a little reassurance. If you can't help keep your troll mouth shut.
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shadow65781 said:
This is a legit question. He's done the research and just needs a little reassurance. If you can't help keep your troll mouth shut.
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Actually, it isn't a legit question as there is not yet a legit ICS ROM for the i777.
You're logic is just plain wrong. What has that got to do with anything, you just like to troll.
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shadow65781 said:
You're logic is just plain wrong. What has that got to do with anything, you just like to troll.
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Facts are facts, loser. There is not yet a fully-functioning official ICS ROM released for the i777, so any talk of one is premature. The guy admits in the title of this thread that he is a noob and doesn't quite understand. These are exactly the people who should not be flashing ANYTHING, let alone a ROM that is not ready for primetime. But keep on encouraging him and others so that the forum gets filled with people needing help to fix what they messed up. I'm sure you'll be rewarded with tons of adulation for your efforts. Troll indeed.

[HELP]Cannot Turn On S3 After Flashing Cuztomized Rom

Hi,
I just gotten a new Galaxy S3 from AT&T and I decided to root the phone and wanted to flash it with a cuztomized ROM. My phone was successfully rooted and I tried flashing Android Revolution HD ROM ( a cuztomized rom from xda). Right after the phone done flashing the rom and was trying to reboot, it did not boot or turn on. I cannot even start the phone. The phone was just not gonna startup no matter what I did. I could not even go into the recovery mode or download mode so I could not do anything to fix it. Anyone can help me with this? Thanks.
I think you didn't read this
American or Canadian SGS3? Read this before flashing or posting!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1757755
Really sad
SLver said:
I think you didn't read this
American or Canadian SGS3? Read this before flashing or posting!
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1757755
Really sad
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I'm sorry, what is that for? Im a newbie and I dont what is it for.
You have a another version of the s3 (US version) with a different hardware
This is the international S3 GT-I9300 and yours are SGH-I747
So you flashed a firmware without making sure it was for your device...ouch. Any sign of life? .. any vibrate when trying to power on?
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Coreym said:
So you flashed a firmware without making sure it was for your device...ouch. Any sign of life? .. any vibrate when trying to power on?
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Nope. Nothing at all. Am I supposed to send the phone to the AT&T service center?
mxcwen said:
Nope. Nothing at all. Am I supposed to send the phone to the AT&T service center?
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Sounds like a brick .. sorry mate.
Well I think you might be able to get away with telling em you were doing an update through kies and the cord got yanked by your cat halfway through... or send it to someone for JTAG. There's a couple reputable buisnesses that do this and with a fast turnaround and relatively low cost considering the cost of the device.. maybe somewhere around $50 bucks (just a ballpark.. could be 60.. beats me) user connexion2005 does JTAG and I believe he has support for the S3!
..but lesson learned. Read, Read, Read .. I am sure the OP of the ROM you flash states plain and clear which device it's for. You need to know which device you have and are modding, and not by its generic name.. "GalaxyS3 international variant is an GT-i9300" .. not sure what the at&t variant is but its not GT-i9300
*edit* actually it doesn't state it in the OP that its for the GT-i9300 variant ... but it is in the GT-i9300 forum.
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Coreym said:
Sounds like a brick .. sorry mate.
Well I think you might be able to get away with telling em you were doing an update through kies and the cord got yanked by your cat halfway through... or send it to someone for JTAG. There's a couple reputable buisnesses that do this and with a fast turnaround and relatively low cost considering the cost of the device.. maybe somewhere around $50 bucks (just a ballpark.. could be 60.. beats me) user connexion2005 does JTAG and I believe he has support for the S3!
..but lesson learned. Read, Read, Read .. I am sure the OP of the ROM you flash states plain and clear which device it's for. You need to know which device you have and are modding, and not by its generic name.. "GalaxyS3 international variant is an GT-i9300" .. not sure what the at&t variant is but its not GT-i9300
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I guess I will go for an exchange first since I just gotten the phone 4 days ago. If that doesn't work, I will try for JTAG. Just need to know where I can find the shop. I know they handle the business online, but they must have a shop to do the work, somewhere. Thanks anyway.
mxcwen said:
I guess I will go for an exchange first since I just gotten the phone 4 days ago. If that doesn't work, I will try for JTAG. Just need to know where I can find the shop. I know they handle the business online, but they must have a shop to do the work, somewhere. Thanks anyway.
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You send it to them.. takes about a week. Look up mobiletechvideos. He's cool.. good guy!
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Hiw to install jellybean 4.1.1 on is9300 ?

Hi. I have Samsung Galaxy S3 S III GT-I9300 32GB Marble White
I want to install jellybean. How can i do this ?
How about "search"
There is a whole ****ing thread only about installing 4.1.1 and you decide you just pop in and ask instead?!:banghead:
Try reading a little before posting... plenty of threads explaining what you want to do .
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For some reason i think this is spam.. too much of info..
you could of bought it from a corner store.. it don't matter
Where's the "report" function gone on xda app?? Wasn't this present at one stage?
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So if you have a time for answer like this you can really help and post with link to " how to instal step by step" on my device.
bitpie said:
So if you have a time for answer like this you can really help and post with link to " how to instal step by step" on my device.
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u need a linux machine with 64GB of RAM and some redundant storage.
To comment here. It's hard to follow, please..
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1858813
bitpie said:
So if you have a time for answer like this you can really help and post with link to " how to instal step by step" on my device.
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Like the majority of us, we were excited when we got out SIII's however all the information you need is contained with the SIII walls on this particular corner of XDA. What people are suggesting is you take a look for yourself first and have a read of all things before asking such a question as the answer is but a quick look around.
So, instead of spoon feeding, go for a wander and have a look. You will be amazed at all the info there.
Find the latest leak firmware and use odin to flash it on ur phone
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
This is my first droid and first smartphone. Im looking for jellybean and try understand how to root and install, etc - few days. Im tired searching, reading, and be careful to not destroy phone. At this time i say many ways to root for many devices and one think can destroy phone. I thought xda forum which i see first time can help choosing correct way, files to install jellybean on my phone bcs its not att, tmobile or other provider.
Well. thx for no help.
NVM
As Mr Tuff said......we at XDA are here to serve you and all your smartphone needs. please put your phone into download mode open Odin and click repartition and add any random .Tar file ( jellybean will be in there somewhere, have faith ) then click start.
now once you do this you will need to send your phone off to a repair shop where they will activate your newely installed JB build on your phone.
then just wait.........
Hope this helps......................................Probably will not though, lol
bitpie said:
This is my first droid and first smartphone. Im looking for jellybean and try understand how to root and install, etc - few days. Im tired searching, reading, and be careful to not destroy phone. At this time i say many ways to root for many devices and one think can destroy phone. I thought xda forum which i see first time can help choosing correct way, files to install jellybean on my phone bcs its not att, tmobile or other provider.
Well. thx for no help.
NVM
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Honestly, and I'm not saying this to be rude to you in any way. But more a concern when reading your posts.
You honestly don't sound like someone who should start messing with flashing and rooting........
thyttel said:
Honestly, and I'm not saying this to be rude to you in any way. But more a concern when reading your posts.
You honestly don't sound like someone who should start messing with flashing and rooting........
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^^
What he said.
If you can't follow those excellent HOWTOs & FAQs you surely DON'T want to flash your phone. If you have a specific question, ask in the thread about flashing and installing. This here won't help you a bit.
thyttel said:
Honestly, and I'm not saying this to be rude to you in any way. But more a concern when reading your posts.
You honestly don't sound like someone who should start messing with flashing and rooting........
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Ya, I agree with this.
Op, just enjoy your phone for now the way it is, the JB leaks are not for people with little experience in these matters.
Hang around xda for a while and learn how things work here, learn why making these threads is frowned upon, read through the JB threads, learn from them.
Then, when you feel comfortable enough to flash it on your own, you are ready to give it a go.
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FFS here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
Bye bye!
Goodnight and good luck =-O
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Thread closed, we are not here to spoonfeed you, search and read.
On another note, let's NOT start personally attacking people, report, ignore DO NOT RESPOND.
I understand your frustration, do you know what poor sod has to close all these threads?
But thats not an excuse to flout the rules, and bash people, be calm, be cool, IGNORE and report!
Now carry on and have a happy XDA experience (tm)

I need system files for this device please help!

I accidentally sent a wrong flashable zip to my cousin. As I was really confused with all the Note II variants. She emailed me sayig that her note is not working and since it was my fault, i figures I should fix this. Can anyone provide me a clean (unmodified/themed) systemui.apk and android.policy.jar? Any help would be greatly appreciated ata
just have her flash back to stock or reflash the rom she is on.
She doesn't have any idea about that kind of things.
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I'll be that guy... She should not be modifying her phone with no knowledge and use the search. There are a thousand threads on how to get back to stock.
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droidmakespwn said:
I'll be that guy... She should not be modifying her phone with no knowledge and use the search. There are a thousand threads on how to get back to stock.
Sent from my note 2
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Well I was the one who sent her the wrong file. And she doesn't really know a lot about stuff thats gping on here in xda.
Then honestly...you should not have sent it. Irresponsible flashing causes expensive paperweights and bad blood. Do it yourself...or don't do it. There should not have just been "a file to send". No one is going to help with this, as YOU screwed up, and her for trusting...YOU.
P.S. looking for info by carrier is far from confusing...if that confused you or her, should stay stock Sammy!!!!
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Can't add anything to this that hasn't already been said. If you provided the service of modifying someone's device without verifying things first, most people aren't going to make it easy for you, especially with the information needed to restore the phone back to stock being readily available.
Also, you don't modify anyone's phone unless you're willing to take the time to figure out how to fix it. I never modify anyone's phone myself. I'll provide details on how to do so, or where to find more info, but that is up to the phone owner to actually make the changes themselves.
Honestly, I don't need all this BS. I posted because I needed help and not so "VZW Note II" could bash me and keep saying in my face that I screwed up. i get okay? It was a mistake. She wanted tablet ui and I gavr the wrog file. I don't need your lessons. if you can't reply anything other than telling me I should've done this and that SCREW you. What's wrong with you people! everyone's become self-righteous. you're ALL SO PERFECT. I shouldn't have posted if this was the case. Thanks anyway even if there was no help received.
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Honestly, I don't need all this BS. I posted because I needed help and not so "VZW Note II" could bash me and keep saying in my face that I screwed up. i get okay? It was a mistake. She wanted tablet ui and I gavr the wrog file. I don't need your lessons. if you can't reply anything other than telling me I should've done this and that SCREW you. What's wrong with you people! everyone's become self-righteous. you're ALL SO PERFECT. I shouldn't have posted if this was the case. Thanks anyway even if there was no help received.
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Want help, go read how to restore to stock, like you've been told as well. Not too hard. Will give you all the files you need back. Happy now?
Dr01nE said:
Honestly, I don't need all this BS. I posted because I needed help and not so "VZW Note II" could bash me and keep saying in my face that I screwed up. i get okay? It was a mistake. She wanted tablet ui and I gavr the wrog file. I don't need your lessons. if you can't reply anything other than telling me I should've done this and that SCREW you. What's wrong with you people! everyone's become self-righteous. you're ALL SO PERFECT. I shouldn't have posted if this was the case. Thanks anyway even if there was no help received.
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We are trying to help you. In fact, they gave you suggestions. But it makes the situation more complicated that this isn't your device and the person in trouble is clueless.
And your 'Screw you' reply will most likely lead to no help now.
Good luck.
Sent From My Galaxy Note 2
DroidOnRoids said:
We are trying to help you. In fact, they gave you suggestions. But it makes the situation more complicated that this isn't your device and the person in trouble is clueless.
And your 'Screw you' reply will most likely lead to no help now.
Good luck.
Sent From My Galaxy Note 2
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I could care less.
Dr01nE said:
I could care less.
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Good to know....:good:
Dr01nE said:
I could care less.
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That in fact means you do care, if you could care less, it means you do indeed care now.
but honestly, I couldn't care less.

[Q] Help

Can Any One Teach Me How To Flash My Samsung Galaxy Note 2 By Myself If Any One Knows Of Some Software That Would Help That Would Be Great
christanGlenn20 said:
Can Any One Teach Me How To Flash My Samsung Galaxy Note 2 By Myself If Any One Knows Of Some Software That Would Help That Would Be Great
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Going by your other post you are already unlocked and rooted. That is the main step you needed to accomplish.
Before doing anything, do research. There are guides everywhere on how to flash roms. YouTube has hundreds of videos that have step by step instructions on what to do.
Research so you have an idea of what is going on, then come back here and ask questions you have. It makes everything a lot easier for you and for people helping if you have a general idea of what is going on.
christanGlenn20 said:
Can Any One Teach Me How To Flash My Samsung Galaxy Note 2 By Myself If Any One Knows Of Some Software That Would Help That Would Be Great
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Boosted already answered your question, however I have one for you. Why did you capitalize the first letter of every single word?
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shangrila500 said:
Boosted already answered your question, however I have one for you. Why did you capitalize the first letter of every single word?
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I was wondering the same thing.
I think the lack of punctuation is worse.
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shangrila500 said:
Boosted already answered your question, however I have one for you. Why did you capitalize the first letter of every single word?
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Maybe its the working title of a book about not bothering to do any searching or reading the XDA forums?
Network Flash
Yea I don't know why i did that but do i need to do all that to network flash my phone my self im jus asking before i go look up all that
christanGlenn20 said:
Yea I don't know why i did that but do i need to do all that to network flash my phone my self im jus asking before i go look up all that
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I think you need to be a little more clear on what you are trying to accomplish. Are you trying to just flash a rom? Or are you trying to use a Verizon I605 on another network?
network
yes on a different network like page plus please forgive me im sorry i wasn't as clear as needed but thats wat i meant
christanGlenn20 said:
Yea I don't know why i did that but do i need to do all that to network flash my phone my self im jus asking before i go look up all that
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Honestly you need to look up everything you can about flashing because the more you know the less chance you have of screwing your phone up. Research, read, read, read, if you have questions ask them, then flash or do whatever you want to do.
You can ask for help but you at least need to do your research and reading, otherwise it makes you look lazy.
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yes on a different network like page plus please forgive me im sorry i wasn't as clear as needed but thats wat i meant
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If that's what you are trying to do, the other thread you posted in has everything you need. Go back there and actually read the information. To me, it looks like you want to be spoon fed everything. That isn't going to be useful down the road when you screw something up and have no idea what to do.

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