Samsung Galaxy S3 Soft Bricked - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello All,
My brother is trying to flash custom rom in his galaxy s3 and he soft bricked it what I supposed it is as phone is stuck at the startup logo and not booting to it OS. I need to restore it to its stock OS via odin or any method which will work ? Also I have tried to go in to download mode via volume up+home+power combination but screen is blinking and Samsung logo is appearing again and again I don't its call bootloop or what else. Pls see the attached image and let me know if anyone know the fix for it.

imk79 said:
Hello All,
My brother is trying to flash custom rom in his galaxy s3 and he soft bricked it what I supposed it is as phone is stuck at the startup logo and not booting to it OS. I need to restore it to its stock OS via odin or any method which will work ? Also I have tried to go in to download mode via volume up+home+power combination but screen is blinking and Samsung logo is appearing again and again I don't its call bootloop or what else. Pls see the attached image and let me know if anyone know the fix for it.
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ok I have just got into downloading mode by pressing volume down+home+power key combination. So anyone pls give me the official firmware link which I can flash via odin ?
Thanks alot

imk79 said:
ok I have just got into downloading mode by pressing volume down+home+power key combination. So anyone pls give me the official firmware link which I can flash via odin ?
Thanks alot
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sammobile.com or try XDA SGS3 Genera stock rom thread .
Their is not one single firmware .
volume up+home+power combination >>>> Not Download mode .
Suggest you read the faqs and guides .
jje

Please post the text in corner of download mode screen
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2

rootSU said:
Please post the text in corner of download mode screen
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk 2
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Its showing:
Odin Mode
Product Name:
Custom Binary Download: No
Current Binary: Samsung Official
System Status: Custom
I have tried to flash this but unable to do that Can any one pls help me
http://wccftech.com/update-galaxy-s3-i9300-latest-android-422-jelly-bean-official-firmware/

imk79 said:
Its showing:
Odin Mode
Product Name:
Custom Binary Download: No
Current Binary: Samsung Official
System Status: Custom
I have tried to flash this but unable to do that Can any one pls help me
http://wccftech.com/update-galaxy-s3-i9300-latest-android-422-jelly-bean-official-firmware/
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I got attached error when I have tried to install the below stock 4.1.2 firmwear.
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/4...ndroid412-xxemd3-jellybean-update-install.htm

imk79 said:
I got attached error when I have tried to install the below stock 4.1.2 firmwear.
http://www.ibtimes.co.uk/articles/4...ndroid412-xxemd3-jellybean-update-install.htm
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Anyone ?

imk79 said:
Anyone ?
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Take to a service centre needs a new motherboard . Or buy a new motherboard yourself .
and do not bump posts .
jje

JJEgan said:
Take to a service centre needs a new motherboard . Or buy a new motherboard yourself .
and do not bump posts .
jje
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Sorry I didn't got u It a dead cpu ? as I thought its a soft brick so it has a chance to recover

imk79 said:
Sorry I didn't got u It a dead cpu ? as I thought its a soft brick so it has a chance to recover
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MOTHERBOARD DEAD its a hard brick .
jje

JJEgan said:
MOTHERBOARD DEAD its a hard brick .
jje
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I had heard that if the fone is on and going into download mode it is soft brick Isn't ? I am not arguing you just want to know the reason on which based you are telling me that its motherboard is dead.
Thanks for the Help

No Product Name in download mode indicates you need a new motherboard

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No Product Name in download mode indicates you need a new motherboard
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Thanks for the info

Soft Bricked GT-I9300
So here I am with my Soft Bricked GT-I9300, need help..SOS..!!
Walkthrough:
Flashed Nameless 5.01, which gave me troubles and finally crashed..!!
Did some research on internet, downloaded Stock Recovery for S3 : I9300XXEMH2(4.1.2)
Flashed via ODIN, and volaaa...!! Up working on Stock ROM..
Updated Via software Update in Phone to JB Latest. (Kept it here Unrooted)
Worked fine for couple of weeks..and one day ..all of a sudden got stuck on Samsung Startup screen.
Tried to go to Recovery mode, but unable to wipe data/catche..
Tried Download mode to Flash again with the same Stock recovery File via ODIN..no success this time
Tried Flashing Via all ODIN versions..No Luck..(See Attached)
(It is showing Model number in Download mode and other phone info so I reckon motherboard not fried)
Any Suggestions ??

Try the rescue firmware and pit, search general forum -but your description sounds like nand failure.

Ok thanks ..will give it a shot..
I will keep this thread updated if I manage to fix it
boomboomer said:
Try the rescue firmware and pit, search general forum -but your description sounds like nand failure.
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Related

Emergent help needed

First hello guys..its just my 2nd post here anyways . i have a huge problem that i fully bricked my galaxy s3
My problem is that am stucked at samsung logo black screen and i can't do anything more ( can't enter downlload mode ...can recognize my phone on pc so i can use odin or fully reset it or something)
My bigger problem is that i lose my warrenty because my phone is rooted and flashed
Note: this problem happens while i was trying to flash cm10 and i did something wrong on rom manager thats why that all happens
Srry for my bad english and big talk and thx in advance
donsemaryy said:
First hello guys..its just my 2nd post here anyways . i have a huge problem that i fully bricked my galaxy s3
My problem is that am stucked at samsung logo black screen and i can't do anything more ( can't enter downlload mode ...can recognize my phone on pc so i can use odin or fully reset it or something)
My bigger problem is that i lose my warrenty because my phone is rooted and flashed
Note: this problem happens while i was trying to flash cm10 and i did something wrong on rom manager thats why that all happens
Srry for my bad english and big talk and thx in advance
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perhaps a USB Jig may be of use to you in this situation to get you to download mode (Check my sig if you need a USB jig)
once you go to download mode, you can get to flash a stock firmware from odin
cheers!
By bricked doesn't that mean it's better off at a repair shop?
Since you can flash through odin. Tried flashing stock fitmwares? there's a site where you can download them.. Google.
Bricked ??? the OP may just be saying fully bricked without knowing .
Service job is paid for no warranty .
OP does not mention recovery mode .
jje
just try to go to samsung center and they will give their warranty. because they can get into download mode too so they can check your binary count dude

[Q] Help !!! My galaxy s2 was hard bricked!!

after i using odin flash the rom....my galaxy s2 cant power on even download mode or recovery ....how can i do now?? pls help me:crying:
sharon0616 said:
after i using odin flash the rom....my galaxy s2 cant power on even download mode or recovery ....how can i do now?? pls help me:crying:
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And how on earth do you expect anybody to be able to help you when you cant even be bothered to give any basic relevant information??
What SPECIFIC model do you have?
What SPECIFIC rom was you trying to flash?
What did ODIN log say, any errors etc?
If device is not powering on, booting into any modes then you may now need to get a motherboard replacement. Your only small life line is to possible try waking device up using a USB jig, however in most cases this will not work.
Have you removed battery, waited few mins and tried again?
Also, You're not the only person to ever do this, you should go read forum instead of creating new topics. Answers will be same.

[Q] my samsung Gt-i9300 facing critical problem

my samsung galaxy s3 device was in 4.1.1 fm and rooted with clockmode:good:. everything was alright till after i had hanged up a call of my friend and my phone turned out black.. i removed the battery and then tried to reboot it and it still stocking in boot screen if Gt-i9300. then i tried to enter recovery mode and didn"t worked. but my phone can be in restore mode, I used Oden to manually flash my fm which is I9300XXEMB1_I9300AUTEMA1_I9300XXEMB1_HOME.tar and it say either there is no PIT file or nmda and it failed. i downloaded PIT file which i found from the net named GT-I9300_mx_20120220.pit which is for 16gb and tried with odin it says wait pit for maping and stuck on that.. i tried another method talking abt how to unbricke my device with VRALEC.bootchain.tar.md5 and VRBLK3_Bootchain.tar.md5 with odin and it says FAIL ,,, my device can only enter restore mode only,,, i tried method using of CWM6023TouchVZW.tar.md5 in odin and is the only way that make response to my phone and the screen has blue line appeared when i had load the CWM6023TouchVZW.tar.md5 with odin, and i waited for 1 hour and my phone still with the same thing. :crying::crying:
please developers help me how can I tackle out this problem to be fixed..
i am really depressed and don"t know what to do to fix my device which is completely bricked now and only can enter to restore mode only and when i plug the charger no led light and my screen with battery only but always loading..
i am looking forward for your help
skycasaway said:
my samsung galaxy s3 device was in 4.1.1 fm and rooted with clockmode:good:. everything was alright till after i had hanged up a call of my friend and my phone turned out black.. i removed the battery and then tried to reboot it and it still stocking in boot screen if Gt-i9300. then i tried to enter recovery mode and didn"t worked. but my phone can be in restore mode, I used Oden to manually flash my fm which is I9300XXEMB1_I9300AUTEMA1_I9300XXEMB1_HOME.tar and it say either there is no PIT file or nmda and it failed. i downloaded PIT file which i found from the net named GT-I9300_mx_20120220.pit which is for 16gb and tried with odin it says wait pit for maping and stuck on that.. i tried another method talking abt how to unbricke my device with VRALEC.bootchain.tar.md5 and VRBLK3_Bootchain.tar.md5 with odin and it says FAIL ,,, my device can only enter restore mode only,,, i tried method using of CWM6023TouchVZW.tar.md5 in odin and is the only way that make response to my phone and the screen has blue line appeared when i had load the CWM6023TouchVZW.tar.md5 with odin, and i waited for 1 hour and my phone still with the same thing. :crying::crying:
please developers help me how can I tackle out this problem to be fixed..
i am really depressed and don"t know what to do to fix my device which is completely bricked now and only can enter to restore mode only and when i plug the charger no led light and my screen with battery only but always loading..
i am looking forward for your help
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Seems like a sudden death issue.take it to the service center.they'll replace the board.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using xda premium
Its either SDS or user bricked .
Service centre is your only option left .
jje
yes it's SDS
JJEgan said:
Its either SDS or user bricked .
Service centre is your only option left .
jje
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Thank's mate, i think it's SDS! Do you know any fix to this problem!? please help me:crying::crying:
skycasaway said:
Thank's mate, i think it's SDS! Do you know any fix to this problem!? please help me:crying::crying:
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as said before: service centre
skycasaway said:
my samsung galaxy s3 device was in 4.1.1 fm and rooted with clockmode:good:. everything was alright till after i had hanged up a call of my friend and my phone turned out black.. i removed the battery and then tried to reboot it and it still stocking in boot screen if Gt-i9300. then i tried to enter recovery mode and didn"t worked. but my phone can be in restore mode, I used Oden to manually flash my fm which is I9300XXEMB1_I9300AUTEMA1_I9300XXEMB1_HOME.tar and it say either there is no PIT file or nmda and it failed. i downloaded PIT file which i found from the net named GT-I9300_mx_20120220.pit which is for 16gb and tried with odin it says wait pit for maping and stuck on that.. i tried another method talking abt how to unbricke my device with VRALEC.bootchain.tar.md5 and VRBLK3_Bootchain.tar.md5 with odin and it says FAIL ,,, my device can only enter restore mode only,,, i tried method using of CWM6023TouchVZW.tar.md5 in odin and is the only way that make response to my phone and the screen has blue line appeared when i had load the CWM6023TouchVZW.tar.md5 with odin, and i waited for 1 hour and my phone still with the same thing. :crying::crying:
please developers help me how can I tackle out this problem to be fixed..
i am really depressed and don"t know what to do to fix my device which is completely bricked now and only can enter to restore mode only and when i plug the charger no led light and my screen with battery only but always loading..
i am looking forward for your help
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The thing is you flashed a version not meant for your GT I9300. You flashed the Verizon bootchain. Verizon GSIII is Samsung SCH-i535.
Different hardware than a i9300 (Qualcomm Snapdragon MSM8260A Dual core CPU, and the i9300 has a Samsung Exynos 4412 Quadcore). Sorry bro. If you still have download mode, you can try flash a i9300 bootloader. If not. you're dead.

[Q] HELP Stock S3 I9300GSMH stuck on logo, can get into recovery and download mode

Hi
I just got an Samsung Galaxy S3 I9300 GSMH from a friend.
The phone is not stolen,barred or tampered with. It was bought from the samsung store in Hing Kong and is around 1 year old.
Its totally stock, no custom ROM and custom binary in download mode says No.
The phone is stuck on the Samsung logo screen and keeps flashing. I can get into both recovery and download mode.
I tried reboot system, wipe cache and factory reset and its still stuck at the logo screen flashing.
When I connect to Kies in download mode it says device not responding and doesnt play ball. Tried all the trouble shoot but still does nothing...
The phone is recognised by Odin 3.07.
I have not tried anything further as I want some good advice so as not to brick the phone by using the wrong firmware!!
Could anyone advise me what to do next? I am guessing I need to flash firmware in Odin.
Do I need to partition with the pit file as well?
Again I would highly appreciate some help and links to the correct firmware for the phone.
Thanks in advance
Mark
This is all p[posted in the faqs and guides ..
First in download mode check product code id nothing there you need a service centre .
Flash stock rom via Odin do not touch PIT .
Basics read first.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344125
Critical you read the first two posts .
do a factory reset.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using XDA Premium 4 mobile app

[Q] Samsung S2 Stuck in Boot loop recovery says Cant mount Efs

Hi All,
Sorry if i am posting in wrong section .
My Galaxy S2 Gt-I9100 stuck in Boot loop , its happening all the time with out power on button pressed
I am able to go Recovery and download mode . Recovery mode Error Msg - Failure cant mount E:Efs
I have nandroid full back up restoring also not solving problem
I did Stock ROM flashing still issue there .
I visited Samsung store they said Mother board is gone . i am not sure they are telling truth .
Please help me what i have to do to make my S2 work again .
Thanks
Braj
erbraj said:
Hi All,
Sorry if i am posting in wrong section .
My Galaxy S2 Gt-I9100 stuck in Boot loop , its happening all the time with out power on button pressed
I am able to go Recovery and download mode . Recovery mode Error Msg - Failure cant mount E:Efs
I have nandroid full back up restoring also not solving problem
I did Stock ROM flashing still issue there .
I visited Samsung store they said Mother board is gone . i am not sure they are telling truth .
Please help me what i have to do to make my S2 work again .
Thanks
Braj
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if have you cleared the root counter using triangle away and phone is in warranty giv to the service centre else try flashing the pit file change kernel and try restoring
erbraj said:
Hi All,
Sorry if i am posting in wrong section .
My Galaxy S2 Gt-I9100 stuck in Boot loop , its happening all the time with out power on button pressed
I am able to go Recovery and download mode . Recovery mode Error Msg - Failure cant mount E:Efs
I have nandroid full back up restoring also not solving problem
I did Stock ROM flashing still issue there .
I visited Samsung store they said Mother board is gone . i am not sure they are telling truth .
Please help me what i have to do to make my S2 work again .
Thanks
Braj
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Sorry for quoting the op
Flash stock rom
Then go to stock recovery
Wipe data
Reboot..
Let me know if this works
Solved now
Hi all
thanks for all,
I got the solution , i Flash bootloader with odin.
Now my phone is stared but not getting able to register in Mobile network , seems my IMIE number is lost ,
I have old nandroid backup i am going to restore to store my IMIE
Thanks All for your help
Hate to break it to you, but restoring a nandroid isn't that likely to bring your IMEI back. If you're very lucky, flashing a stock rom for your country/carrier (if you're already running one, flash others) might bring it back if it's a case of temporary IMEI loss. If not, many mobile repair shops (not Samsung service centres) should be able to write the IMEI back to the device relatively cheaply. And if not, a Samsung authorised repairer can do it (or they may replace the motherboard which has already been suggested to you), but that can obviously be somewhat expensive.
Or if lucky op might find a efs backup somewhere in internal memory

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