[SOLVED] Confused as to how to root/mod my phone (sgs2) - Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I've been reading for the past hours, seen dozens of threads but bit confused on how to root my phone. Or actually, what method to follow to root my phone. Could someone point me to the correct thread? I've rooted a phone before but that was my G1, got no experience with Odin.
I have a Dutch Galaxy S2:
GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 22 ... 2012
Build number: IMM76D.XWLPW
EDIT: I'm going for Philz kernel with this stock rom (This firmware is only for International Galaxy S2 GT-I9100) [YOUTUBE][dot][com]watch?annotation_id=annotation_832793&feature=iv&src_vid=n7b_vJtMSMI&v=hCh76gEmFw4.

Kroepoek1 said:
I've been reading for the past hours, seen dozens of threads but bit confused on how to root my phone. Or actually, what method to follow to root my phone. Could someone point me to the correct thread? I've rooted a phone before but that was my G1, got no experience with Odin.
I have a Dutch Galaxy S2:
GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 22 ... 2012
Build number: IMM76D.XWLPW
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Get a kernel (siyah or cf-root) that works with your rom. Put the tar file in the PDA section in odin and flash.

Kroepoek1 said:
I've been reading for the past hours, seen dozens of threads but bit confused on how to root my phone. Or actually, what method to follow to root my phone. Could someone point me to the correct thread? I've rooted a phone before but that was my G1, got no experience with Odin.
I have a Dutch Galaxy S2:
GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 22 ... 2012
Build number: IMM76D.XWLPW
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As you are on 4.0.4 so dont do any kind of wipe in stock kernel. it might have brickbug.... after installing custom kernel you can do wipe if you want...

Should I use http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31310851 with XWLPW-DBT ICS 4.0.4 ?

Kroepoek1 said:
Should I use http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=31310851 with XWLPW-DBT ICS 4.0.4 ?
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I used http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28178105 method 1 with - Root_SuperSU.0.96-Busybox.1.20.2-S2-signed.zip to install superSU + busybox v1.20.2 from Linus Yang. Phone is working so I guess it worked .

Re: [Q] Confused as to how to root/mod my phone (sgs2)
Good to hear. Please put [SOLVED] in your treadname.
Verstuurd van mijn GT-I9100

Christiaan91 said:
Good to hear. Please put [SOLVED] in your treadname.
Verstuurd van mijn GT-I9100
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How?

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[Q] Generic Samsun ROM for SIII?

I have purchased a new SIII for my wife but it has a Vodafone-modified/branded ROM on it. I have been trying to figure out which ROM I should use to get a non-branded stock ROM on the SIII (like I did for my SII), but I get lost in the alphabet soup. Which stock ROM can I use here in Australia?
The phone currently report (when doing *#1234#):
AP: I9300TDUALE6
CP: I9300TDULE6
CSC: I9300TVAUALE6
"About Device" reports:
Model Number: GT-i9300T
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9300TDULE6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-CL554509-user
[email protected]#1
SMP PREEMPT Sun May 13 11:52:35 KST 2012
Build number: IMM76D.I9300TDUALE6
neoculture23 said:
I have purchased a new SIII for my wife but it has a Vodafone-modified/branded ROM on it. I have been trying to figure out which ROM I should use to get a non-branded stock ROM on the SIII (like I did for my SII), but I get lost in the alphabet soup. Which stock ROM can I use here in Australia?
The phone currently report (when doing *#1234#):
AP: I9300TDUALE6
CP: I9300TDULE6
CSC: I9300TVAUALE6
"About Device" reports:
Model Number: GT-i9300T
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9300TDULE6
Kernel version: 3.0.15-CL554509-user
[email protected]#1
SMP PREEMPT Sun May 13 11:52:35 KST 2012
Build number: IMM76D.I9300TDUALE6
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omega rom is the best so far... make sure you root the phone first but..
rizky77 said:
omega rom is the best so far... make sure you root the phone first but..
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I looked through samfirmware.com but could not see a ROM tagged as "Omega". Am I looking in the wrong place?
And I'm pretty certain I have rooted her phone already... well, I went though the motion and SU is installed... but the proof will be when I try to flash an entire ROM, of course.
You will find the Omega from here in our development section for the S3.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1566
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[Q] My phone has a special build?!

Hey there,
After 2 years I've decided to root my SGS2, Ive been through flashing with nokia's and that kind of things. However, Im a total NOOB in android rooting.
My problem is the following:
I've updated my phone to ICS 4.0.4 (biggest mistake of my life).
Now I've searched everywhere to find a root manual for my Firmware-version, but I keep coming up with german sites (I'm Dutch).
Google translate does its work like a piece of sh**, so I've lost all of my faith.
After some crappy translating, I read something about a hard-brick of this firmware.
My question is: Wich version is safe to root on my phone?!
Info about my phone:
Carrier: T-mobile
Model: GT-I9100 (ofcourse)
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100BOLP7
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084 [email protected] #3 SMP PREEMPT Fri Aug 24 17:36:36 KST 2012
Build number: IMM76D.BOLPM
I hope my question isn't a dumb one, if so, I'm sorry!
soulcap said:
Hey there,
After 2 years I've decided to root my SGS2, Ive been through flashing with nokia's and that kind of things. However, Im a total NOOB in android rooting.
My problem is the following:
I've updated my phone to ICS 4.0.4 (biggest mistake of my life).
Now I've searched everywhere to find a root manual for my Firmware-version, but I keep coming up with german sites (I'm Dutch).
Google translate does its work like a piece of sh**, so I've lost all of my faith.
After some crappy translating, I read something about a hard-brick of this firmware.
My question is: Wich version is safe to root on my phone?!
Info about my phone:
Carrier: T-mobile
Model: GT-I9100 (ofcourse)
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100BOLP7
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084 [email protected] #3 SMP PREEMPT Fri Aug 24 17:36:36 KST 2012
I hope my question isn't a dumb one, if so, I'm sorry!
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dwnld the .tar file of the latest siyah kernel and flash the same thro 'ODIN' to root ur phone
since custom kernels like siyah are safe without any brick bug
Sun90 said:
dwnld the .tar file of the latest siyah kernel and flash the same thro 'ODIN' to root ur phone
since custom kernels like siyah are safe without any brick bug
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Allright! that's a quick awnser!
I'll look into it! Many thanks!
Im still not sure wich one I should use, the siyah version I've found is from May, is that a good version?
And how about this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1804619
I wanted to know If I could get this on my phone!
Thanks in advance!
soulcap said:
Im still not sure wich one I should use, the siyah version I've found is from May, is that a good version?
And how about this one: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1804619
I wanted to know If I could get this on my phone!
Thanks in advance!
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check the link below for the latest Siyah kernel ma8
SiyahKernel S2-v4.1.5
and for that rom link u posted, Yes u can install the same after u have rooted ur phone successfully though
I too have this same problem. I have the following stats:
Carrier: AT&T
Model: GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
PDA: I9100BULPG
Phone: I9100BULP8
CSC: I9100VODLPB
Baseband version: I9100BULP8
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084 [email protected] #3 SMP PREEMPT Thu Sep 13 10:45:25 KST 2012
Build number: IMM76D.BULPG
I want the Siyah kernel, but before I can flash that, I need root! Chainfire hasn't made the file that roots this specific firmware yet, so how do I root it?
Many Thanks
FirebirdStud said:
I too have this same problem. I have the following stats:
Carrier: AT&T
Model: GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
PDA: I9100BULPG
Phone: I9100BULP8
CSC: I9100VODLPB
Baseband version: I9100BULP8
Kernel version: 3.0.15-1056084 [email protected] #3 SMP PREEMPT Thu Sep 13 10:45:25 KST 2012
Build number: IMM76D.BULPG
I want the Siyah kernel, but before I can flash that, I need root! Chainfire hasn't made the file that roots this specific firmware yet, so how do I root it?
Many Thanks
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Flashing Siyah will also root your phone. Just make sure you use the correct version of Siyah for your model and version of Android.
You do not need to root your phone to flash Siyah kernel.
When you flash Siyah you will get root. Here's what you do:
#download siyah kernel
#Boot phone to download mode
#Open Odin and connect phone
#put siyah kernel .Tar file in PDA section of Odin.
#click start.
It is extremely difficult to brick your phone flashing a kernel in Odin.
Good luck
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app
Thanks! I used the PhilZ method before seeing this, and worked great!

[Q] Q] New kernal i9100pbvlpc trying to root

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hey guys...
i not really new to this but ive jus bought the galaxy s2 trying to root it but cant.. i cant seem to find the right insecure kernal file that matches mine or even one that comes close to it.. so if sumone can point me in the right direction it will be much appreciated. here is my phones info:
model number: GT - i9100p
Android version: 4.0.4
baseband version: i9100pbvlpb
kernel version: [email protected]#3 smp preempt mon aug 1313:55:36 kst 2012
build number: imm76d.bvlpc
i know abit too much info but i really want my fone rooted lol..
thanks
alps17p said:
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hey guys...
i not really new to this but ive jus bought the galaxy s2 trying to root it but cant.. i cant seem to find the right insecure kernal file that matches mine or even one that comes close to it.. so if sumone can point me in the right direction it will be much appreciated. here is my phones info:
model number: GT - i9100p
Android version: 4.0.4
baseband version: i9100pbvlpb
kernel version: [email protected]#3 smp preempt mon aug 1313:55:36 kst 2012
build number: imm76d.bvlpc
i know abit too much info but i really want my fone rooted lol..
thanks
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Just flash Siyah kernel or Speedmod kernel via odin for safety purpose.
visit this thread for the reason why I'm recommending a custom kernel
Jokesy said:
Just flash Siyah kernel or Speedmod kernel via odin for safety purpose.
visit this thread for the reason why I'm recommending a custom kernel
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thanks mate....it work like a charm...

[Q] Need assistance, please...

Not a realy noob for android, but for a first time, I own S II I9100 and need it to root.
Spent reading forum 2 days about how to root device and even everything is perfectly explained, I'm still having issue.
Ok, to root, I need insecure kernel, right?
Tried to find my.............and nothing.
Phone is updated to 4.0.4, when I go to about phone tab, this is what I get from :
Model number: GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: [email protected]#3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 22 22:55.24 KST 2012
When I do *#1234#, this is what I get
PDA: I9100XWLPW
Phone: I9100XXLQ6
CSC: I9100DBTLPI
Would someone be, please, so kind and help me find out which kernel I need to find in order to root my phone !!!
Many Thanks guys.
menphisag said:
Not a realy noob for android, but for a first time, I own S II I9100 and need it to root.
Spent reading forum 2 days about how to root device and even everything is perfectly explained, I'm still having issue.
Ok, to root, I need insecure kernel, right?
Tried to find my.............and nothing.
Phone is updated to 4.0.4, when I go to about phone tab, this is what I get from :
Model number: GT-I9100
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: I9100XXLQ6
Kernel version: [email protected]#3
SMP PREEMPT Wed Aug 22 22:55.24 KST 2012
When I do *#1234#, this is what I get
PDA: I9100XWLPW
Phone: I9100XXLQ6
CSC: I9100DBTLPI
Would someone be, please, so kind and help me find out which kernel I need to find in order to root my phone !!!
Many Thanks guys.
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Hi,
Flash PhilZ-CWM6 kernel from here: http://www.mediafire.com/?k9j877v7k3z7sr8. Go to stock recovery (turn off the phone and press at the same time volume up + home + power) and use flash update zip option. Regards
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium

[Q] New to root, also wierd kernel

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Hey, I have read a few articles, but im worried about bricking my phone.
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My phone is stock, I only updated the firmware with Samsung Kies
In the back of my phone says:
Model: GT-i9100
SSN: i9100GSMH
On the about phone menu says:
Model number: GT-i9100
Android version: 4.0.4
Baseband version: i9100BULP8
Kernel version:
3.0.15-1056084
[email protected] #3
SMP PREEMPT Thu Sep 13 10:45:25 KST 2012
Build number: IMM76D.BULPG
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I whant to do this properly, but I don't know how...
Questions:
1- Is my phone the International version one?
2- The LPG (in bold) is what matters to the CFRoot, or what does matter?
3- The "CF-Root-SGS2_XX_XEO_LPQ-v5.3-CWM5.zip" doesn't fit my phone because of the sgs2 and LPQ?
4- Can you find me a suitable CFRoot?
5- If I put the Siyah insted, what shoul be the version?
6- Do I need to use ODIN with Siyah?
Please answer all of my questions
Sorry if my English isn't the best, im not a native speaker.
I don't know to answer your questions, but if you actually want to upgrade your software you better do it now before you root, because if you upgrade your rooted phone software you will lose the root.
Also the kernel is not weird. That is a stock kernel.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda app-developers app

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