OH NO! I tried to reflah stock in ODIN after a failed OTA update today and the flash in Odin failed. I went to turn the phone back on and am getting a message stating:
Firmware Upgrade encounter an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies and try again. This happens when I power on normally, when I hold volume down, and when I hold home/vol up/power.
WHAT HAVE I DONE? Odin doesn't seem to pick the phone up now. HELP!!!
Am I screwed???
fishacura said:
OH NO! I tried to reflah stock in ODIN after a failed OTA update today and the flash in Odin failed. I went to turn the phone back on and am getting a message stating:
Firmware Upgrade encounter an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies and try again. This happens when I power on normally, when I hold volume down, and when I hold home/vol up/power.
WHAT HAVE I DONE? Odin doesn't seem to pick the phone up now. HELP!!!
Am I screwed???
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Slight update...I downloaded the Kies software but it is not recognizing my phone. I keep troubloeshooting the connection but nothing. Seems like perhaps some sort of "gadget driver" is not installed properly but I cannot seem to fix it.
If anyone can assist I'd be appreciative.
fishacura said:
Slight update...I downloaded the Kies software but it is not recognizing my phone. I keep troubloeshooting the connection but nothing. Seems like perhaps some sort of "gadget driver" is not installed properly but I cannot seem to fix it.
If anyone can assist I'd be appreciative.
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Anyone have any insight into why Kies might not recognize the device? All drivers now seem like they're installed fine but I keep getting the communication screen in kies cycling without finding the phone so I can do a firmware recovery.
fishacura said:
Anyone have any insight into why Kies might not recognize the device? All drivers now seem like they're installed fine but I keep getting the communication screen in kies cycling without finding the phone so I can do a firmware recovery.
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Are you using the official samsung usb cable?
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Evil-Eye said:
Are you using the official samsung usb cable?
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I believe so. I did think of that last night and believe I was using the right one but I'll double check. I'm going to uninstall everything then reinstall and see if that works...if not, it's bricked.
fishacura said:
I believe so. I did think of that last night and believe I was using the right one but I'll double check. I'm going to uninstall everything then reinstall and see if that works...if not, it's bricked.
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I too got an error on ota now I'm scared to update on pc. I got error 402. What one did you get?
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Also are you on stock recovery? I read that is a must to update.
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Evil-Eye said:
I too got an error on ota now I'm scared to update on pc. I got error 402. What one did you get?
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Also are you on stock recovery? I read that is a must to update.
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I don't recall the specific error but it said "Intall Unsuccessful" or something like that.
It was however successful enough to remove root from my device. So once that happened, I figured I should go back and flash the stock rom using Odin. Big mistake. Tried it and now my phone is bricked with the firmware error saying to use Kies to recover. Problem is (as stated above) Kies can't even see the device.
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I have a rooted Australian Galaxy s iii i9300 running stock android 4.0.4 and Siyah Kernel V.1.5.3, both of which I flashed about 3 weeks ago.
My phone has been running perfectly, last night before going to bed I plugged my phone into the charger as usual. I didn't do anything out of the ordinary with it, I didn't alter any settings or install anything new and it has been weeks since I've flashed anything. I woke up this morning to see my phone stuck on the 'Galaxy S iii' logo screen as if it had automatically rebooted itself during the night and got stuck. I've tried removing the battery and turning it back on several times but it just keeps getting stuck on the logo screen. I can't enter clockwork recovery mod but I can still enter download mode.
Is my phone bricked?
How did this happen when I didn't even do anything?
What should I do?
Should I try re-flashing the stock ics rom?
Re-root
Try re-rooting it with Odin (from Download Mode), then you might be able to go into Recovery Mode.
Have you recently installed any app? Coz there must be a reason for this to happen.
If the above comment does not work, next step would be to order a jig to force it into download mode.
mylakhana said:
Try re-rooting it with Odin (from Download Mode), then you might be able to go into Recovery Mode.
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I can't even get into normal recovery mode, so I'm not sure re-rooting will help (I'll still give it a try though). Assuming it does work, what should I do once I get into Clockwork recovery?
mylakhana said:
Have you recently installed any app? Coz there must be a reason for this to happen.
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That's what makes this so weird, I haven't installed any new apps over the last couple of days, I did install a few updates from the market yesterday or the day before but I don't remember which ones.
NewAussiefromCanada said:
If the above comment does not work, next step would be to order a jig to force it into download mode.
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I can already get into download mode.
okay, I just to tried to flash cf root and it failed. It says 'There is no PIT partition'.
Anyone? Sorry, I know it's rude to bump your own thread and it's not something I usually do but I'm really freaking out here.
did you try reflashing stock rom?
sree_rag said:
did you try reflashing stock rom?
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Yes but it failed like cf_root did, I got the same 'There is no PIT partition' error.
tsymbo sure
kilgorcalrizian said:
Yes but it failed like cf_root did, I got the same 'There is no PIT partition' error.
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Did you flash the Stock Rom via Odin with 1 part file? You should try it with 3 part File Stock Rom and flash via Odin.
DoppelgängerGER said:
Did you flash the Stock Rom via Odin with 1 part file? You should try it with 3 part File Stock Rom and flash via Odin.
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Thanks for the reply. Where can I find the 3 part file version of the stock Rom? Can you point me in the direction of a tutorial for flashing 3 part files with Odin? I'm only familiar with flashing a single tar file.
Seems as if this becomes a common problem, since this is like the 1001st thread about a S3 shutting down while on charge and not being able to reboot.
This kinda scares me...
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Where can I find a 3 part Rom? I've googled but I can't find one. How do I flash it once I do find it?
ch0ka said:
Seems as if this becomes a common problem, since this is like the 1001st thread about a S3 shutting down while on charge and not being able to reboot.
This kinda scares me...
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Really? I did a quick search before posting this, sorry for the repost. Did anyone come up with a solution in previous threads?
I've searched and searched but I still can't find the 3 file firmware. I don't even know what I'm looking for really. Can someone please link me to a 3 part Rom compatible with my phone?
While my search for similar problems before creating this thread yielded very few results, I have since found the other threads Ch0ka was referring to by searching 'There is no PIT partition'. It seems that if flashing a three part file and repartitioning with Odin doesn't work, the general consensus is that I'll have to send it to a service center for repair. Haven't I voided the warranty on my phone by rooting it? will they be able to tell I've rooted it or is it damaged beyond that point? I really can't afford to be paying for repairs right now.
I'm so upset, I still don't understand how my phone could just brick itself overnight! Could someone please give me some advice?
Did you overclock anything?
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manemzjum said:
Did you overclock anything?
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No.
You can find all the stock Samsung ROM here
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/
What version of Odin are you using? Make sure you're using Odin v3.04(or above)
I have a quite similar problem. I thought it might be wise to post it here instead of making a new tread.
I in andvance apologise for my english.
Event that lead to my s3 constantly bootlooping
Entered Clockwork recovery mod.
Updated Kernel to Siyah from SD
Rebooted
Phone updated ( update i used to always click away, might be JB s3 update)
Now my phone boots, shows purple siyah picture, shows bootanimation, asks for simcard pin and reboots again.
this loop takes forever.
I cannot get into clockwork mod anymore.
I can get into download mode (down+home+power)
I am very scared that i ruined my phone :crying: :crying:
Is there hope that i can fix this? or like it is really low chance
rerooting didnt bring clockwork mod back.
installed clockwork mod via odin, but also didnt help.
I would really like to revert the (down+home+power) menu to pre root. because than factory reset is available.
is that possible? please help desperate person who is in need of working phone by tomorrow morning :crying: :crying:
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is there a way tto delete the siyah kernel through odin? or at least replace it
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something is finally happening. trying to put stock md5 file trough odin. there is definately a download bar appearing on the phone screen.
I'm just going crazy, and if my updates are anoying let me know. i just try not to think that i ruined my 2 weeks old phone :crying:
George1195 said:
I have a quite similar problem. I thought it might be wise to post it here instead of making a new tread.
I in andvance apologise for my english.
Event that lead to my s3 constantly bootlooping
Entered Clockwork recovery mod.
Updated Kernel to Siyah from SD
Rebooted
Phone updated ( update i used to always click away, might be JB s3 update)
Now my phone boots, shows purple siyah picture, shows bootanimation, asks for simcard pin and reboots again.
this loop takes forever.
I cannot get into clockwork mod anymore.
I can get into download mode (down+home+power)
I am very scared that i ruined my phone :crying: :crying:
Is there hope that i can fix this? or like it is really low chance
rerooting didnt bring clockwork mod back.
installed clockwork mod via odin, but also didnt help.
I would really like to revert the (down+home+power) menu to pre root. because than factory reset is available.
is that possible? please help desperate person who is in need of working phone by tomorrow morning :crying: :crying:
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is there a way tto delete the siyah kernel through odin? or at least replace it
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something is finally happening. trying to put stock md5 file trough odin. there is definately a download bar appearing on the phone screen.
I'm just going crazy, and if my updates are anoying let me know. i just try not to think that i ruined my 2 weeks old phone :crying:
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try the factory reset your last attempt.Hope it helps.
Sorry to hear both of you having this problem.
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Maybe this link will help http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
Kremata said:
You can find all the stock Samsung ROM here
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/
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Thanks for replying. My problem is that I don't know what to look for. How do I know which one has 3 files? Which one do I need? Sorry, I know this seems like a stupid question but I've never used a 3 part Rom before, I have no idea what I'm doing. Isn't it really important to use the right PIT file?
George1195 said:
I have a quite similar problem.
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Keep us posted George, sorry to hear you're dealing with this too. I hope you manage to fix it!
Ttblondey said:
try the factory reset your last attempt.Hope it helps.
Sorry to hear both of you having this problem.
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Maybe this link will help http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1671969
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I cannot reach the setting to do a factory reset. My UI doesnt start and the button combo doesnt take me to a menu were i can factory reset the device.
What other way is there, trough odin maybe??
Rogers: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/213010140/75bf7e2/I717RUXMD1_I717RRWCMD1_RWC.zip.html
Bell: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/213003896/d4f7f24/I717MUGMD1_I717MBMCMD1_BMC.zip.html
Telus: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/212998213/5a75af2/I717DTLMD1_I717DTLSMD1_TLS.zip.html
I don't know if these work. I am downloading the rogers one right now @ free speeds. I'll update you guys.
These are all available on Kies aswell
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Rogers: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/213010140/75bf7e2/I717RUXMD1_I717RRWCMD1_RWC.zip.html
Bell: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/213003896/d4f7f24/I717MUGMD1_I717MBMCMD1_BMC.zip.html
Telus: http://www.hotfile.com/dl/212998213/5a75af2/I717DTLMD1_I717DTLSMD1_TLS.zip.html
I don't know if these work. I am downloading the rogers one right now @ free speeds. I'll update you guys.
These are all available on Kies aswell
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I'm downloading the Bell one right now.
Its a zip file so I'm hoping I can install in TWRP, I hate doing the ODIN thing.
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nope its a **.tar.md5 file, so I'm guessing it's for ODIN. or maybe installable through Kies ??
Spydawg said:
I'm downloading the Bell one right now.
Its a zip file so I'm hoping I can install in TWRP, I hate doing the ODIN thing.
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nope its a **.tar.md5 file, so I'm guessing it's for ODIN. or maybe installable through Kies ??
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Official is out via Kies. I installed it for my Rogers I717R. dissappointing. No multi-view. At least you can do a pop out video...
going back to paranoidkang in a few days. just to test it out. but i miss my 160dpi already.
How to install?
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How to install?
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Install and use ODIN 3.07
Boot phone into download mode.. Hold volume down and power till it reboots release the power button but keep holding the down volume button till it goes into download mode. then push up volume.
plug in phone to usb, add the rom to the PDA tab in ODIN
click start.
Using unlocked Telus NOTE on the Rogers Network
Hi guys:
Just wondering if I should choose the Rogers image to install on my NOTE. I'm using a Telus NOTE on the Rogers network but it is weird to power it on, only to see the Telus logo pop up...
Do you think it would be okay if I installed the Rogers image on this Telus NOTE? Your help is appreciated!
Regards,
Installed this way (via Odin v3) any/all (including AT&T) will work with any of the modems on Rogers (APNs will differ) with vendor-specific bloatware being the difference.
Via Kies, you could only get the Telus image for your Telus Note.
Thanks... is there an easy way to get a list of the Rogers APNs in case I lose them for some reason. And could you please point me to the thread that explains how to use Odin to install the images? thanks!
All Canadian modems and flashable zip containing the Telus base, rooted & deodexed
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1496
Sucks that there's no multi-view..... I thought something simliar happened with the Note 2, and eventually they pushed out multi-view?
Hmmm any ideas when they will push via OTA? I have an i717R (Rogers)
How's the battery life on the rogers build. Ics used to last me over a day. Now mine dies in 4 to 5 hours. When not using the phone it drains 10% an hour. Any idea why?
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djrobinn said:
Thanks... is there an easy way to get a list of the Rogers APNs in case I lose them for some reason. And could you please point me to the thread that explains how to use Odin to install the images? thanks!
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Look in your phone and compare to here (all Cdn APNs) - http://erictronik2012.blogspot.ca/2012/02/access-point-names-apn-setting-for-bell.html
Recovery mode is easier unless you really want the correct flash screen and then you would need to re-root etc after Odin
Odin V3 required and instructions in post 5 - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2267525
and read this entire thread too - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1775263
Not having any luck trying to use Kies to update the phone to JB 4.1. It has some issues seeing the phone to begin with, then when it does, it goes all the way, the green droid shows up on the phone in ODIN mode, but then it stays there forever followed by an error message on kies... Its almost like the PC can't see the phone anymore.
Anyone know what it could be? Also, I wanted to check, as I reported earlier I'm using a Telus Note SGH-I717D, is it okay for me to install the Rogers image on this (using ODIN). I'm just concerned that the Rogers model is the I717R. Please advise and also advise the procedure for doing this.
I tried using ODIN 3.07 but it didn't seem to like the phone, it would give me a FAIL message in red, when I hit start. Then I downloaded ODIN 1.85 which is apparently the version supported by the SGH-I717D... same thing... FAIL message. What could I be doing wrong?
Thanks!
djrobinn said:
Not having any luck trying to use Kies to update the phone to JB 4.1. It has some issues seeing the phone to begin with, then when it does, it goes all the way, the green droid shows up on the phone in ODIN mode, but then it stays there forever followed by an error message on kies... Its almost like the PC can't see the phone anymore.
Anyone know what it could be? Also, I wanted to check, as I reported earlier I'm using a Telus Note SGH-I717D, is it okay for me to install the Rogers image on this (using ODIN). I'm just concerned that the Rogers model is the I717R. Please advise and also advise the procedure for doing this.
I tried using ODIN 3.07 but it didn't seem to like the phone, it would give me a FAIL message in red, when I hit start. Then I downloaded ODIN 1.85 which is apparently the version supported by the SGH-I717D... same thing... FAIL message. What could I be doing wrong?
Thanks!
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Maybe a driver issue. I would try reloading the drivers.
Open up Kies (Normal mode), and towards the bottom there is a button for Troubleshooting Connection, or something like that. That should reload your drivers.
Thanks but I tried doing that... The connection to the phone is still kinda flaky (hit and miss... I connect, nothing happens, then I connect again and maybe it'll work)... Maybe I'll try a different pc. I've had connectivity problems with that pc and other devices too.
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djrobinn said:
Hi guys:
Just wondering if I should choose the Rogers image to install on my NOTE. I'm using a Telus NOTE on the Rogers network but it is weird to power it on, only to see the Telus logo pop up...
Do you think it would be okay if I installed the Rogers image on this Telus NOTE? Your help is appreciated!
Regards,
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Install the Rogers image. They are the same hardware so you might as well make it match the carrier you're using.
I'd try a different PC - you don't want to Odin anything with a flakey connection to your device or you could brick it.
Recover method is way easier IMO.
You can put on any i717 Rom you want from any Cdn vendor, AT&T or Custom and it will work; Also all modems seem to work for me on Koodo/Telus.
imixslash said:
How's the battery life on the rogers build. Ics used to last me over a day. Now mine dies in 4 to 5 hours. When not using the phone it drains 10% an hour. Any idea why?
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The battery lfie on the rogers build is fairly nice. I got 7 hours and had 64% with 55minutes screen time on auto. After you install Jelly Bean if you are still having trouble, Check whats draining your battery in the stats. Also try recalibrating your battery (you need root). If you're still having problems your battery health might be very low, try buying a new one.
arberthebarber said:
The battery lfie on the rogers build is fairly nice. I got 7 hours and had 64% with 55minutes screen time on auto. After you install Jelly Bean if you are still having trouble, Check whats draining your battery in the stats. Also try recalibrating your battery (you need root). If you're still having problems your battery health might be very low, try buying a new one.
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How do i re-calibrate the battery? I have it rooted. Is there a special app for it? my recovery is TWRP
imixslash said:
How do i re-calibrate the battery? I have it rooted. Is there a special app for it? my recovery is TWRP
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https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.nema.batterycalibration&hl=en follow the instructions in the app
After realizing something was wrong with my stock recovery, since it would get stuck in odin mode if I tried an OTA update, I attempted to flash the stock VRUAME7 image with Odin. Unfortunately, it gets stuck with only a tiny blip of a progress bar on the phone. I let it sit for a good 45mins and finally risked pulling the plug. Of course, it now says I need to use Kies to do an emergency recovery. Kies doesn't see the device at all at that screen so now I'm at a loss for ideas. I've tried flashing it again with Odin, since that actually does recognize the device, but with only the same results. Since I can still get in Odin-mode, I'm hoping this is only a softbrick. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
lunatic_fringe said:
After realizing something was wrong with my stock recovery, since it would get stuck in odin mode if I tried an OTA update, I attempted to flash the stock VRUAME7 image with Odin. Unfortunately, it gets stuck with only a tiny blip of a progress bar on the phone. I let it sit for a good 45mins and finally risked pulling the plug. Of course, it now says I need to use Kies to do an emergency recovery. Kies doesn't see the device at all at that screen so now I'm at a loss for ideas. I've tried flashing it again with Odin, since that actually does recognize the device, but with only the same results. Since I can still get in Odin-mode, I'm hoping this is only a softbrick. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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Yeah its a soft brick hard bricks wont boot to download mode. After downloading the image are you sure the md5 was correct? sounds like it might be a bad download. Youre also positive you were on me7 before flashing the me7 image?
Hit thanks if I helped you out. Doing a little bit of reading goes a long way. Sent via tapatalk.
Does the md5 check? Sounds like a bad download of the stock firmware. What error does Odin give?
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jd1639 said:
Does the md5 check? Sounds like a bad download of the stock firmware. What error does Odin give?
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Edit , man hexitnow you posted while I was typing. Good thing we both have the same thoughts :good:
jd1639 said:
Does the md5 check? Sounds like a bad download of the stock firmware. What error does Odin give?
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Edit , man hexitnow you posted while I was typing. Good thing we both have the same thoughts :good:
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Haha thats happened to me so.many times. Good thing you posted though because I was going to ask if odin threw an error and forgot about it. :thumbup:
Hit thanks if I helped you out. Doing a little bit of reading goes a long way. Sent via tapatalk.
The md5sum checks out. I'm pretty certain I was on ME7 since it was failing the current update which is MI1, correct? Odin doesn't give an error until I pulled the plug. It acted as if it was still sending the update even though the progress bar on the phone didn't budge past a millimeter.
lunatic_fringe said:
The md5sum checks out. I'm pretty certain I was on ME7 since it was failing the current update which is MI1, correct? Odin doesn't give an error until I pulled the plug. It acted as if it was still sending the update even though the progress bar on the phone didn't budge past a millimeter.
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Are you using a usb port on the back or frony of your pc?
Hit thanks if I helped you out. Doing a little bit of reading goes a long way. Sent via tapatalk.
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Are you using a usb port on the back or frony of your pc?
Hit thanks if I helped you out. Doing a little bit of reading goes a long way. Sent via tapatalk.
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Using a laptop, so it is just one of the side ports. I'll try different ones. Thanks.
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Using a laptop, so it is just one of the side ports. I'll try different ones. Thanks.
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Not a problem. I know if you use a front on a pc it can cause problems but like you I also use a laptop and havent had any problems usb port wise. Rackin my brain on what it could be for you though.
Hit thanks if I helped you out. Doing a little bit of reading goes a long way. Sent via tapatalk.
It serves me right for not double-checking these things before I start. It appears I was on MI1 before I started. I figured it couldn't hurt to try flashing MI1 at this point and, sure enough, it flashed just fine. Thanks everyone for the ideas!
lunatic_fringe said:
It serves me right for not double-checking these things before I start. It appears I was on MI1 before I started. I figured it couldn't hurt to try flashing MI1 at this point and, sure enough, it flashed just fine. Thanks everyone for the ideas!
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Glad you got it working!
Hello everyone,
I've looked through the forums and I haven't found a good way to unbrick my Verizon Galaxy S4. What happened I think was that I already had safestrap recovery installed and I tried to install a different recovery without first uninstalling safestrap. Anyway, the phone won't boot up normally now. It goes into download mode first. And now, it says "firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies & try again." Kies doesn't even recognize the phone so that is not an option.
I have tried to flash a stock image with Odin, but every single time I get a "fail". I've tried multiple version of Odin, including 3.09 but I haven't had success yet.
Could anyone help me get my phone working again?
Thanks.
jrodefeld said:
Hello everyone,
I've looked through the forums and I haven't found a good way to unbrick my Verizon Galaxy S4. What happened I think was that I already had safestrap recovery installed and I tried to install a different recovery without first uninstalling safestrap. Anyway, the phone won't boot up normally now. It goes into download mode first. And now, it says "firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies & try again." Kies doesn't even recognize the phone so that is not an option.
I have tried to flash a stock image with Odin, but every single time I get a "fail". I've tried multiple version of Odin, including 3.09 but I haven't had success yet.
Could anyone help me get my phone working again?
Thanks.[/QUOT
There is an option in kise to re install the driver see if that helps
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Can't install any other recovery ...Also try a different computer sometimes help...
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jrodefeld said:
Hello everyone,
I've looked through the forums and I haven't found a good way to unbrick my Verizon Galaxy S4. What happened I think was that I already had safestrap recovery installed and I tried to install a different recovery without first uninstalling safestrap. Anyway, the phone won't boot up normally now. It goes into download mode first. And now, it says "firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies & try again." Kies doesn't even recognize the phone so that is not an option.
I have tried to flash a stock image with Odin, but every single time I get a "fail". I've tried multiple version of Odin, including 3.09 but I haven't had success yet.
Could anyone help me get my phone working again?
Thanks.
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What build is your phone on and what Odin file did you try?
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Mistertac said:
What build is your phone on and what Odin file did you try?
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I'm not sure of the build, but I tried both files in this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2578209
I've tried others but I believe the ones above should work? I still get a "fail" every time I try to flash them. I've had this error before but I cannot remember how I got it to work.
jrodefeld said:
I'm not sure of the build, but I tried both files in this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2578209
I've tried others but I believe the ones above should work? I still get a "fail" every time I try to flash them. I've had this error before but I cannot remember how I got it to work.
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Any chance you can post the screen of the Odin fail error or tell us where it's failing?
Side from that idk... Odin is seeing your phone so not the drivers. I'd say try the MK2 file and you could also try putting the PIT file from that thread in Odin along with the tar just to try it in the mean time.
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Also... You think you had SS on your phone? But not sure?, there's a chance your phone is on NC5 Kit Kat and that's why MK2 won't work but really we need more details before going that route.
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i have a note edge from sprint, it is a friend of mines. Who by the way didnt listen to me and let me do it to begin with.
the phone when powered on is stuck at
Firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies and try again.
He did not get to install TWRP on the device.
Can anyone point me in the right direction of how maybe i can get this to work. i have tried the Kies software but it keeps saying that it is not connected.
Also, i have not seen anywhere that uses Odin, is this because of the Sprint version.
primus123 said:
Also, i have not seen anywhere that uses Odin, is this because of the Sprint version.
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What does this mean? You can use Odin for basically everything on this phone.
Well, you can't use it to make that worthless edge screen become something of value. You can't do that with Odin.
But Odin will do what you need. Power button, home button, and volume up button, all pushed at the same time, will give you the option to put the phone into Download mode and you can go Odin from there.
primus123 said:
i have a note edge from sprint, it is a friend of mines. Who by the way didnt listen to me and let me do it to begin with.
the phone when powered on is stuck at
Firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies and try again.
He did not get to install TWRP on the device.
Can anyone point me in the right direction of how maybe i can get this to work. i have tried the Kies software but it keeps saying that it is not connected.
Also, i have not seen anywhere that uses Odin, is this because of the Sprint version.
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Had similar issue, with the Edge in this situation. There is no obvious "download" screen when this happens because all you will get is that message.
1 Ignore Kies, wont help you
2. download the stock firmware from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...alaxy-note-edge-stock-5-1-1-firmware-t3162245 (and thank the OP for posting it!)
3.Get Odin if dont have it already.
4. get phone to where it says "try again" and hook to computer
5. Flash the stock Rom via oden. Once you hit start in Odin you will, hopefully, see the download happen on the edge screen
I am assuming you know how to work Odin, if not, check out the several walk-throughs. The big thing is that, in this situation, error message screen IS the download screen at that point.
midmofan said:
Had similar issue, with the Edge in this situation. There is no obvious "download" screen when this happens because all you will get is that message.
1 Ignore Kies, wont help you
2. download the stock firmware from this thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/not...alaxy-note-edge-stock-5-1-1-firmware-t3162245 (and thank the OP for posting it!)
3.Get Odin if dont have it already.
4. get phone to where it says "try again" and hook to computer
5. Flash the stock Rom via oden. Once you hit start in Odin you will, hopefully, see the download happen on the edge screen
I am assuming you know how to work Odin, if not, check out the several walk-throughs. The big thing is that, in this situation, error message screen IS the download screen at that point.
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I downloaded the firmware but I'm not quite sure where to place the firmware under. There are several spots such as CP, CSC, BL, and AP.
Also, What do you mean by flashing the stock? Thank you for your time to read this. ;3
You can still flash from that screen. It's still download mode
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And place the .tar under AP
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jbrown419 said:
You can still flash from that screen. It's still download mode
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And place the .tar under AP
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I'm a huge noobie with this, but what is the difference between a T-Lock and a Flash Lock? Also, there isn't anything to check besides the default and the flash options right? Thank you, my root didn't go all the way thru so I'm trying to revert it to the un-rooted version.
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So, I put the file in the AP area and started it. Then I get a red button that says "fail". I'm using the model and service provider but I'm not sure whats wrong, The only thing that I think could be not allowing me to unroot my phone is the flash lock, unless, I need more files for the Bl, Cp, CSC..