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Welcome to the Mega help thread.
SAMSUNG GALAXY MEGA HELP THREAD
Welcome to the Samsung Galaxy Mega Help thread. This thread is dedicated to ALL VARIANTS of the device. The purpose of this thread is to gather all relevant information into one area, avoiding clutter of the Q&A section.
This thread is considered "noob friendly" with the following statement in consideration:
Before posting for assistance, you are asked to first read the Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) below, and do Search of the forum using the XDA search feature. As far as I am concerned, there are no stupid questions. However, with this statement in mind, XDA is a development community that requires you attempt to search and find your answer before posting.
NO BEST ROM OR KERNEL QUESTIONS IN THIS THREAD.
Work in progress.
Thread Disclaimer
Can be found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=43038401
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TUTORIALS
Q: How do I root and install custom recovery and/or 'root' on my device?
A: WORK IN PROGRESS
i9200: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=53134891
i9205: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2588661
SCH-R960: Tutorial - Root for US Cellular Galaxy Mega
Q: How do I install ensure I don't "brick" my device?
A: First of all, read thoroughly and know what you are doing. There isn't ANY question that hasn't already been answered. After you have read up, do this: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=49202103
Q: What is EFS, and why is it so important for me to back it up? How can I fix a broken EFS?
A:
Restoring EFS without a backup has been done successfully by @unclefab. See this post: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=58021551
TROUBLESHOOTING
Q: where did all the CM and AOSP based ROMs for the i9200/i9205 go?
A: The device does still have development. Unfortunately, the main developer has chosen to leave XDA. If you do a google search, you will find it.
Q: I upgraded to a KitKat (4.4) stock ROM, and my device' screen is now non-responsive; what should I do?
A: marker
Q: I installed a custom recovery on my device via Odin, but root won't work or stick! What do I do?
A: Flash this in recovery: SuperSU v2.40
Q: My device is stuck in bootloop and/or on the Boot Screen; what should I do?
A: marker
Q: I keep running out of storage, even though I have erased everything - what can I do?
A: often things are lurking around, such as in LOST+FOUND. Install DiskUsage and determine where all the space is being used.
Q: My battery life sucks! How can I fix it?
A: you probably have a rogue apps causing wakelocks. You can try the app 'Greenify' and the xposed module called 'Amplify' to control them. Betterbatterstats is also a useful app to determine where the wake lock originates from. Also please see this help thread:
[Url="http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1878828"[HELP CENTER] How to prevent § handle wakelocks § save battery life[GUIDE] [β][/URL]
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Mega Accessories
For Galaxy Mega Indian current & future owners, we already have the accessories available
Just search for Stuffcool Galaxy mega ..sorry not allowed link posting yet..
Hello Guys,
I am from India too...Hyderabad..
Got the Mega 6.3 I9200 one week ago and successfully rooted it.
Installed most of the games and they work flawlessly. All apps working great.
Phone is great...My Kid loves it alot..............
Only thing is I have a problem with the USB Storage. When the phone is connected to the computer running Windows 8 32-bit version, I do get the option to transfer files using USB to PC but the disc drive does not show up in My Computer. Changed many settings but cannot transfer files to SD Card..I have tried all possible solutions in many forums especially XDA-Forums and Google.Com but nothing worked. The only way I was able to transfer files is by using the Mini USB to USB flash drive cable. See the image attatched. Please let me know if anyone is facing this issue and tried any solution that worked.. Thank you..
I love the phone...
How to Backup the Current ROM?
How to Backup the Current ROM?
Could someone help me in backing up the Current ROM? I9200 6.3 Mega India
I have rooted the phone and tried using the ROM Manager Premium 5.2.2.8 and others to back up but it needs the CWM to backup...
If someone has already backed up the ROM then could you provide the link to download....
Thanks..........
Pariki said:
How to Backup the Current ROM?
Could someone help me in backing up the Current ROM? I9200 6.3 Mega India
I have rooted the phone and tried using the ROM Manager Premium 5.2.2.8 and others to back up but it needs the CWM to backup...
If someone has already backed up the ROM then could you provide the link to download....
Thanks..........
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Backup using Cwm buddy
"Thanks button is just to avoid "THANKS" posts in threads. Nothing more than that. Don't ask in signature or post for it and defeat the purpose why it was introduced"
Hi Tha TechnoCrat,
Thanks for replying..I have tried the CWM but there is no option for Backup/Restore in the CWM.
I have tried the Experimental cwm touch recovery for galaxy mega 6.3 gt-i9200 India INU
download link:-
1.CWM RECOVERY- http://d-h.st/C8F
2.STOCK RECOVERY - http://d-h.st/My3
But no option to backup. I am sure there is no working CWM for this phone. I tried Stock, Custom and factory recoveries for this..
If you have a working CWM for this phone please post the link. Badly need it. Thanks very much in Advance...
Tried even the CWM NON-TOUCH RECOVERY: http://d-h.st/lgn from Shubhamchamaria's post. No option for backup/restore.
Pariki said:
Hi Tha TechnoCrat,
Thanks for replying..I have tried the CWM but there is no option for Backup/Restore in the CWM.
I have tried the Experimental cwm touch recovery for galaxy mega 6.3 gt-i9200 India INU
download link:-
1.CWM RECOVERY- http://d-h.st/C8F
2.STOCK RECOVERY - http://d-h.st/My3
But no option to backup. I am sure there is no working CWM for this phone. I tried Stock, Custom and factory recoveries for this..
If you have a working CWM for this phone please post the link. Badly need it. Thanks very much in Advance...
Tried even the CWM NON-TOUCH RECOVERY: http://d-h.st/lgn from Shubhamchamaria's post. No option for backup/restore.
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Buddy it is impossible that there is no backup option in Cwm .There is a menu named Backup and restore . Else buddy use super backup application from play store and back up messages and apps
"Thanks button is just to avoid "THANKS" posts in threads. Nothing more than that. Don't ask in signature or post for it and defeat the purpose why it was introduced"
Tha TechnoCrat said:
Buddy it is impossible that there is no backup option in Cwm .There is a menu named Backup and restore . Else buddy use super backup application from play store and back up messages and apps
"Thanks button is just to avoid "THANKS" posts in threads. Nothing more than that. Don't ask in signature or post for it and defeat the purpose why it was introduced"
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The real issue is that there is no working CWM for our devices. Therefore, the CWM files that are being created don't successfuly install CWM onto our devices. I have tried a few different CWM files that were created. I tried both the touch and non-touch versions of CWM for both the LTE (GT-i9205) and non-LTE(GT-i9200) versions of the Mega all with no success. Some of the CWM files cause you to have no recovery at all and you have to flash back the stock recovery. Then, some of the CWM files appears to have been installed successfully but, when you actually boot into recovery mode, the stock recovery is still there and not the CWM that you just "installed" (which is strange but this has happened to me more often than not).
That's probably what's happening here. Pariki probably got through the physical process of opening ODIN, selecting the CWM recovery file, starting the process, and letting it complete. Then, afterwards, probably booted into recovery thinking they are looking at CWM when in fact what they are seeing is the stock recovery because the CWM file didn't actually install onto their device. This would explain why they don't have a backup option. I don't know what the solution is beside the fact that we simply need a working CWM or TWRP. Currently, no one has been able to create one.
curgervending said:
The real issue is that there is no working CWM for our devices. Therefore, the CWM files that are being created don't successfuly install CWM onto our devices. I have tried a few different CWM files that were created. I tried both the touch and non-touch versions of CWM for both the LTE (GT-i9205) and non-LTE(GT-i9200) versions of the Mega all with no success. Some of the CWM files cause you to have no recovery at all and you have to flash back the stock recovery. Then, some of the CWM files appears to have been installed successfully but, when you actually boot into recovery mode, the stock recovery is still there and not the CWM that you just "installed" (which is strange but this has happened to me more often than not).
That's probably what's happening here. Pariki probably got through the physical process of opening ODIN, selecting the CWM recovery file, starting the process, and letting it complete. Then, afterwards, probably booted into recovery thinking they are looking at CWM when in fact what they are seeing is the stock recovery because the CWM file didn't actually install onto their device. This would explain why they don't have a backup option. I don't know what the solution is beside the fact that we simply need a working CWM or TWRP. Currently, no one has been able to create one.
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Exactly.....Curgervending..
I have the same thoughts on this.
I can backup the normal Contacts and Messages but backing up the whole working ROM is what I want. It is only possible with a working CWM that has the Backup/Restore option. Need to wait till someone works on it.
If someone has a working CWM that has the Backup/Restore option, Please let me know with link. I will flash it.
Thank you.
there is no working cmw for Mega 6.3 at the moment.
baladev said:
there is no working cmw for Mega 6.3 at the moment.
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SUCCESSSSSSSSSSSSSSSS.......
I flashed the CWM-based Recovery v6.0.3.2 (20130621) successfully...
http://goo.gl/sTbDl
by Alda.V
and I got the CWM working now. Thank you so much Alda.V for this....( I got the same 2 red lines after flashing
this, I tried to flash the stock kernel for this but it did not work. But that is fine, We have a working CWM
now..Thanks to Alda.V for this..)
Please read my success story.......
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=43766694&postcount=25
Pariki said:
Please read my success story.......
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your success story about what? screwing up your phone and restoring it? great, congratulations!
now, please stop spamming the forum with your success stories, the first two identical posts were enough.
a lot of people installed cwm on their phones and don't write their stories about it, thanks God!
baladev said:
your success story about what? screwing up your phone and restoring it? great, congratulations!
now, please stop spamming the forum with your success stories, the first two identical posts were enough.
a lot of people installed cwm on their phones and don't write their stories about it, thanks God!
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HAHAHAHA..
Hope I helped you before you screwed your phone...I am sure I did..
You know the real pain is taking the phone to the Service Center. I am sure you faced this when there is nothing you can do and when there is no help from others after screwing it..
I was very descriptive with the way I restored my phone to make it working and without having to take it to the service center.
I am sure you don't know but this will help others on how to recover the phone, what to flash and what not to..If it is for their phone or not. They get ideas on recovering the phone..Hoped I helped others with my Post...
Whatever, dude. You assume too much. Just stop spamming here and posting the same message 4 times.
Easy guys.
"Thanks button is just to avoid "THANKS" posts in threads. Nothing more than that. Don't ask in signature or post for it and defeat the purpose why it was introduced"
So..... bottom line is??????
Did he get a working CWM on the mega....?? Or not?
jimmbomb said:
So..... bottom line is??????
Did he get a working CWM on the mega....?? Or not?
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He got it.
"Thanks button is just to avoid "THANKS" posts in threads. Nothing more than that. Don't ask in signature or post for it and defeat the purpose why it was introduced"
Noob Friendly Q & A & Stock ROM FAQs
I would like to give a big shout out to.. @Soryuu . He has added a great Stock ROM FAQs section to this thread. Please Thank Him, as he has covered a lot of questions I've seen asked by unrooted users..and without his support. This thread would not be moving ahead....
This thread is for all members and any questions you may have..... roms/kernels/recovery/root/bootloops/etc.
Please.... if you can answer a question, do it respectfully. No Flaming will be Tolerated...
This thread is an attempt to clean up the Q & A section and in so doing...create an encyclopedia like thread for new members looking for answers to questions that have been asked and answered before.
I'm going to include a rooting guide soon as well as a how to for flashing roms.. Let's make this a Success..
Thanks...
I would like to Thank the following members for their Support
@Soryuu
@eushaun99
I would also like to Thank these members from the E4GT forum
@jdsingle76 ... For his support, guidance, and patience when I first joined XDA...
@micmars ... For making me laugh.. and his support as I learn...
@BluesRulez ... For making the thread in the E4GT forum that made me want to make this thread and all his contributions to that forum...
@ktempleton ... For his support when I made a SlimBean Q&A for his ROMs..( almost unneeded because they are so well built...:good:
@Stryke_the_Orc ... For his support and contributions in the E4GT forum. That makes me want to be more helpful...
@bilgerryan ... For his support and contributions in the E4GT forum. That shows me how much a single person can contribute...
And about ten others I can't remember...Thanks Everybody...
Ok..So you have decided to root you're Galaxy Tab 10.1 (p-7510 Wi-Fi only)on ICS 4.0.4
In this short guide. I will be explaining how to install a custom recovery and root you're p-7510 Wi-Fi only 10.1 tab on ICS 4.0.4
This is the method I personally used... But be aware... when doing such things..there is always a risk !!... I , nor XDA take any responsibility if your device becomes a shiny new coaster , explodes, or if your microwave runs away...
That being said... Let's get to it..
Ok.. first off. Watch this video by QBKing77 http://m.youtube.com/watch?v=jYeQ1ndwyM4&desktop_uri=/watch?v=jYeQ1ndwyM4
This is a great video to get familiar with Odin, as well as some useful tips from QBKing77.. Don't forget to Thank him... he makes great videos and has done a lot for the entire XDA Community.
After watching the video download this zip.. https://db.tt/8bEz54AY ... MD5=bdbadaae1044caa08d026a73d568f60e
This zip contains the necessary files to root you're device ( Odin, cwm recovery, and root zip ). You will need to extract the files from the zip..... ( I use 7zip ) but any zip program will work.
I suggest making the folder on you're desktop as QBKing77 suggest. Also make sure you have atleast a 60 percent charge on you're device.
First, you will need Windows computer. If you don’t have one, borrow a Windows laptop from your friend or family member.
Second, make sure you’ve installed Galaxy Tab 10.1 Windows drivers. Here
Third,put your Galaxy Tab 10.1 into ODIN download mode by holding down both Power Button and Volume Down buttons. Right after the Samsung logo shows, you will see two menus, let go of both buttons immediately and then hit Volume Up button, you should be in ODIN download mode.
Now.. Go ahead and run the odin program you extracted into a folder earlier. After it comes up, plug in the device. Odin com box should turn color ( yellow, for me ). If it doesnt light up..check drivers and cable. Make sure re-partition is NOT checked Leave everything else alone.
Click the pda box and find the cwm recovery tar that was in the extracted package. Load it. Now click start.
Wait until odin gives a green pass in the com box and now you have a custom recovery.:good: The device should auto reboot. You can now unplug the device.
After your device boots. Plug it back in to your pc and move the root zip over to your tab. Put it in root of sdcard..Dont put it in a folder or sub folder.
Now hold power and volume down again until samsung logo and again let go. This time hit volume down to pick recovery, then volume up to select it.
Once you are in ClockworkMod Recovery, choose “install zip from sdcard” (using Volume buttons) and hit the Power button.
Next, choose “choose zip from sdcard” and hit the Power button.
Now find root zip and select it (power button)
Pick yes and it will flash/install.
After it finishes. Go back to first page..(go back is at the bottom of the page your on)
Now pick reboot. Congrats..you are rooted.
I mainly wanted to give anybody trying to root.. the necessary files ( as most links for these are old and dead )..That being said, this recovery is old also( but works great for this particular goal of rooting ). After you have rooted I suggest installing a newer recovery via zip or mobile odin ( I will also list the steps for this later, when my PC is back up ) I prefer TWRP recovery. ( I will explain more about this recovery as well )
Ok everybody... I thought I would take the time today to explain TWRP recovery ( Team Win Recovery Project ) a little bit..for the new users.
It is a touch based recovery. So no button pushing like CWM. Which in my opinion is nice. It is also completely themeable , for those like myself that must always have everything looking like they want.
For those using it or wanting to use it with a device that requires a modem. I have noticed that it doesn't flash modems overly well on my Epic 4G Touch. But I do not know how well it works on the tab 10.1. It could be such a thing as it works well...since our tabs have a seperate kernel/recovery partition.Unlike my Epic.
If new to this recovery. I suggest reading the recovery thread OP and also installing it through CWM recovery in it's zip form.
step 1.. Download the TWRP zip file and check the MD5...if available. This insures a good download.
step 2.. Now boot into CWM recovery and for good measure..wipe Cache and Dalvik cache ( dalvik cache is under advanced )
step 3.. Go to install zip from sdcard and select the TWRP zip and flash/install it.
After the flash is complete. Go to advanced and pick Reboot recovery...Thats it..Enjoy.
FYI.....Most up to date twrp is 2.7, you can find it in the development sections.
I take no credit for this method or the needed file. I just wanted to put them in one place and keep it up to date and active.
A newer version of Odin, if the one in the above zip doesn't work for you.I will attach it at the bottom of this post.
This is a link to chainfires blog..for supersu zip. If you dont know what this is for. Please search for an anwser before flashing anything.
Because I'm big and need room to stretch... lol.
Bump...so maybe we can all see this and start using it..:good:
Stock rom FAQ!
The complete FAQ for stock roms!
Before I start, I'd like to give a massive thank you to @Gil81, who let me create and maintain this section of his thread - give all your thanks to him as he was the one who started this idea in the first place to provide everyone with a One Stop thread.
Also to @eushaun99, who's helped a hell of a lot in this thread and provided some knowledge I didn't even know before, as well as providing help to users when both GIl and I couldn't.
UPDATE: Sorry guys, but I'm going away again until the 11th! Any queries I could answer, please leave a comment and I'll update this portion of the thread
This is meant to serve as a complete guide to the stock roms on the Galaxy Tab 10.1. @Gil81 has all the comprehensive guides to rooting and flashing custom roms you'll need.
So who is this section of the One Stop FAQ for?
Those new to the tablet
Those who want to stick to stock
Let me know if there are any other questions to do with stock roms and I'll try answer them as best as I can and add them to this post.
Before anything, the first thing to do is clarify which model device you have.
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi and 3G enabled variant has the device model P7500 and has the device code p4
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi only variant has the device model P7510 and the device code p4wifi
The Galaxy Tab 10.1v Stock android variant for Vodafone has the device model P7100 and the device code p3
The Galaxy Tab 10.1 for Verizon has the device model SCH-I905 and the device code p4vzw
This section of the FAQ will mostly cater for the P75x0 variants, as I have absolutely no experience with the 10.1v, nor the American variants (though if someone is willing to supply information about them, I'll add it to this thread)
So, once you've got your device model, read on
All about stock firmwares
1.) Is there an official Jelly Bean upgrade for this tablet? Or will there be one?
Sadly, no. Samsung dropped Jelly Bean support for its first gen tablets (except the 7.7 and the Tab plus) some time back. However, earlier this year, Sammobile picked up on a rumour about the Tab 10.1 and a Jelly Bean build under testing. However, we've heard nothing since. Here's to hoping.
2.) Where can I get a stock rom from?
Right here. In the search box, type in either P7500 or P7510 depending on your model. You need to have an account in order to be able to access the download links.
3.) How can I update my tablet to ICS?
There are three ways.
One way is to use the Software Update option found in Settings -> About device. If you are able to upgrade and you aren't rooted, then this is one way. Better do it over wifi though because its a pretty hefty update.
Another way is to use Samsung Kies, the official PC program meant to be used in conjunction to Samsung devices. If you have Kies installed, just plug your Tab into your computer and if you have an update waiting, Kies will automatically tell you. Again, you can't be rooted for Kies to work properly.
The third way is doing it manually.
For the Wfi and 3G variant (model P7500, code p4): http://www.teamandroid.com/2012/07/...00-ics-xxlq8-android-404-official-firmware/2/
For the Wifi-only variant (model P7510, code p4wifi): http://androidlegend.com/update-samsung-galaxy-tab-10-1-wi-fi-p7510-with-ics-4-0-4-uelpl/
Please read the corresponding instructions VERY carefully! Messing up something with Odin can go horribly wrong. If you don't want to use those articles/feel unsafe about doing so, send me a PM and I'll walk you through it.
And any firmware, as long as its for your device, can be used- any stock rom can be used in these guides given above.
A nice video to demonstrate how Odin's used to flash the tablet (for both models) can be seen here.
Common issues on stock 4.0.4
4.) I notice quite a lot of battery drain using my tablet on ICS. What's going on?
What's been discovered is that there are certain wakelocks in the kernel keeping the tablet awake, and stopping it from going into Deep Idle mode. These wakelocks also seem to be draining battery in the background by keeping the CPU awake (and apparently at max clock speed- 1Ghz- as well)...
There are a few fixes.
P7500 owners can look here for the best fix and an explanation as to what's going on.
P7510 owners sadly don't have the same fix, however, do read that link to see what's going on and try this as well and see if that improves anything.
5.) The Youtube app's really laggy. What's causing this?
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tegra
Yes, its the Tegra 2 processor inside our tablet. While good for games, sadly, its horrible at video playback. Its has trouble decoding HD videos from the web.
6.) How come my tablet can't play HD .avis or .mkvs easily?
Again, its a case of the Tegra 2 not being able to play high quality videos well enough for standard use. There is seemingly no fix for this, but the workaround is to install a third-market video player and run with it.
Stock applications
7.) I don't use some of the apps preinstalled on the stock rom. How can I get rid of them?
Some pre-loaded applications are uninstallable by default. These include:
Swype
Polaris Office
Zinio (magazine client, in Reader's Hub)
Kobo (ebook reader, Reader's Hub)
Press Reader (newspaper reader, Reader's Hub)
Reader's Hub
Aurora2 (live wallpaper)
Blue Sea (live wallpaper)
Holo Spiral (live wallpaper)
If you want to uninstall any other apps that you don't use then you have to root first then use an app like Titanium or Root Explorer to delete them.
8.) I've accidentally deleted an apk that I desperately need back. What should I do?
This applies to the apps that are readily uninstallable listed above, although this may also apply to system apks.
Unfortunately, flashing a stock rom over your current one does not restore the apk. In fact, when you boot up you tablet, chances are nothing will have changed.
To fix this, you need to do a factory reset. Which means you'll need to do a backup of all your data and files and then wipe the tablet.
I'm not entirely sure why this happens so if someone could fill me in on this I'll add this into this section.
9.) The stock rom lags too much! What can I do?
Sadly, yeah, the stock rom does lag a lot.
For the best answer to this question, well, take a look at Gil's guide above and there you'll find all manner of roms for Jelly Bean that will/should make things a whole lot smoother.
Having root on stock will allow you to:
Delete unneccesary system apps that are running in the background
Overclock the CPU by flashing a new kernel
Add other compatible tweaks and scripts to optimise the system.
USB connections
10.) I've plugged in my tablet to my PC and I can see a red X on the battery icon. What does this mean?
Don't panic - this is meant to happen. USB charging on the tablet's been disabled due to the slow speed. It doesn't mean you have a connection problem or anything.
11.) After upgrading to official ICS, my USB connections don't work! What next?
Take a look at this thread for one solution to this problem, as discovered by @KrimsonFL (and give thanks to him) - if any other fixes arise I'll post them here.
This post will constantly be updated with any questions I see in the Q&A forum that I think will be useful to all users. So stay tuned as this list grows
Soryuu said:
I like this idea... Would a stock rom FAQ help as well?
Sent from my GT-P7510 using Tapatalk HD
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I can't see how it would hurt...right.
If you want,since this thread is still on the first page...add some useful FAQs that you think members need to know and I'll give credit to you in the op...as well as point it out to members seeing this thread for the first time.
I'm in the e4gt forum all the time..and I can not even begin to tell you the success of this kind of thread over there. It really is a great resource..
Thanks for helping..
naveed70 said:
Here is problem this message always showing on screen , tab is working fine if i change other launcher other than default this message disappear,
I already flashed this with odin this problem still there,
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OK...I need some more info. What device do you have..p4wifi,p4,etc... Also what you flashed with Odin and how...what is you're current set up..
Let me know and I'll try to get ya sorted out..
I moved this thread because I'm trying to start a Q&A thread for all questions...Since members aren't using it...I've decided not to post anywhere but here. Sorry if this is an inconvenience... But this kind of thread should be stickied in every forum and I'm going to make it work here...if it kills me..Lol.
Gil81 said:
I can't see how it would hurt...right.
If you want,since this thread is still on the first page...add some useful FAQs that you think members need to know and I'll give credit to you in the op...as well as point it out to members seeing this thread for the first time.
I'm in the e4gt forum all the time..and I can not even begin to tell you the success of this kind of thread over there. It really is a great resource..
Thanks for helping..
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Mate, something like this is needed in the Galaxy S forum
I'll see what things I can compile/collate about the stock roms (probably not so many things to do with root as I haven't gone to that with my tablet) and update this post/make a new one later... Will take me time though.
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I've moved the Stock ROM FAQ up to the fifth post, so now its easier to see!
Great work @Gil81 and @Soryuu. Unfortunately I don't think this will do much help as not many people come here and those who ask questions don't really search. But I think you should get a mod to get this stickied so that everyone can see this easier.
And @Soryuu, you should probably use that fifth post of yours as the stock ROM FAQ or get a mod to push your post up to the third post.
I've subscribed to this thread and I'll help as much as I can to get this thing up and running. If there's any help just ask me and I'll try my best.
Sent from my GT-P7500 using Tapatalk HD
eushaun99 said:
Great work @Gil81 and @Soryuu. Unfortunately I don't think this will do much help as not many people come here and those who ask questions don't really search. But I think you should get a mod to get this stickied so that everyone can see this easier.
And @Soryuu, you should probably use that fifth post of yours as the stock ROM FAQ or get a mod to push your post up to the third post.
I've subscribed to this thread and I'll help as much as I can to get this thing up and running. If there's any help just ask me and I'll try my best.
Sent from my GT-P7500 using Tapatalk HD
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Thanks...I know I'm late to the game getting this started..but I also think it can be a great help to members...Especially with such knowledgeable members, such as you and @Soryuu , helping out..Thanks again.
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Great work @Gil81 and @Soryuu. Unfortunately I don't think this will do much help as not many people come here and those who ask questions don't really search. But I think you should get a mod to get this stickied so that everyone can see this easier.
And @Soryuu, you should probably use that fifth post of yours as the stock ROM FAQ or get a mod to push your post up to the third post.
I've subscribed to this thread and I'll help as much as I can to get this thing up and running. If there's any help just ask me and I'll try my best.
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Thanks mate but this was all Gil's idea, I only offered to pitch in what I know
I'll probably get a mod to bump the post up, if not I'll just do some post rearranging
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Soryuu said:
Thanks mate but this was all Gil's idea, I only offered to pitch in what I know
I'll probably get a mod to bump the post up, if not I'll just do some post rearranging
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I might have started it..but I got the idea from the e4gt forum. And don't cut yourself short. You have already made a great contribution and I see more to come...Thanks. FYI..I sent a pm to one of the mods to try and get you're post moved to post 3 and get the thread stickied..
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OK...I need some more info. What device do you have..p4wifi,p4,etc... Also what you flashed with Odin and how...what is you're current set up..
Let me know and I'll try to get ya sorted out..
I moved this thread because I'm trying to start a Q&A thread for all questions...Since members aren't using it...I've decided not to post anywhere but here. Sorry if this is an inconvenience... But this kind of thread should be stickied in every forum and I'm going to make it work here...if it kills me..Lol.
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Brother its SHV-E230L this is wifi and 3g supported, i got this tab in that condition so i cannot tell you history how this error happen. But when i got this it was on 4.1.1 firmware, so i took latest firmware which is 4.1.2 and flashed with odin. Everything ok while flashing no error also.
But that message still showing on screen,
Error message picture i attach here,
According to my idea this message is due to partition currupted, because its showing only 9.3 gb,
But as there is no pit file available. So my preference is to remove message atleast if possible
Thanks
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Brother its SHV-E230L this is wifi and 3g supported, i got this tab in that condition so i cannot tell you history how this error happen. But when i got this it was on 4.1.1 firmware, so i took latest firmware which is 4.1.2 and flashed with odin. Everything ok while flashing no error also.
But that message still showing on screen,
Error message picture i attach here,
According to my idea this message is due to partition currupted, because its showing only 9.3 gb,
But as there is no pit file available. So my preference is to remove message atleast if possible
Thanks
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Have you tried wiping cache and dalvik cache in recovery...
If yes..I would back up the device to a PC...and wipe sdcard..that corruption of the partition also makes me think maybe something in the sdcard that is corrupt..
Gil81 said:
Have you tried wiping cache and dalvik cache in recovery...
If yes..I would back up the device to a PC...and wipe sdcard..that corruption of the partition also makes me think maybe something in the sdcard that is corrupt..
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Yes brother i done that part,
Now the strange part is that after changing launcher not all few this error message disappear,
Launcher nova and apex showing this error message, but other launcher like launcher hd not showing this error message
naveed70 said:
Yes brother i done that part,
Now the strange part is that after changing launcher not all few this error message disappear,
Launcher nova and apex showing this error message, but other launcher like launcher hd not showing this error message
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Hmmm...I'm stumped. Let me look around tonight and I'll get back with ya tomorrow..Sorry I couldn't be more help. But I'll keep looking.
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Hmmm...I'm stumped. Let me look around tonight and I'll get back with ya tomorrow..Sorry I couldn't be more help. But I'll keep looking.
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No problem brother take your time meanwhile i will try to wipe sd, as you told wben i go to sroage place device bit hang on that place , i will try to wipe that and i will let you know after thanks for helping me
naveed70 said:
No problem brother take your time meanwhile i will try to wipe sd, as you told wben i go to sroage place device bit hang on that place , i will try to wipe that and i will let you know after thanks for helping me
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Alright...I'm tired...Lol.
I see that you're in the wrong forum...this also makes me wonder if you flash the correct firmware...If I was you. I would go to the correct forum and flash a ROM from there...10 to 1 that fixes you're issue..
If it doesn't...post in their q&a section. Somebody more familiar with you're device will more than likely have an answer.. But if nobody does..get back to me and I'll see what I can do..
Good Job
Well put-together Gil. Great idea, and I'm certain it will be well managed. Thanks also for the shout-out. You have become an invaluable asset to the E4GT community. Keep up the good work my friend.
Ok, at the outset I would like to make it clear I am the beginner of all beginners when it comes Android tweaking and the doubts are related to it.
I have Samsung Ace GT S5830i phone. Its rooted and CWM installed. Kindly help me clear the following doubts regarding custom roms, kernel and firmware.
1. What is a kernel and What is a stock firmware. Are there any differences between it.
2. If I am installing a custom ROM, which has a custom kernel. Which do I install first? ROM or KERnel? Or whether both are bundled together as a single installation.
3. What is Odin and for what is it used for
4. If I have a CWM backup of my phone, and while installing a custom rom with custom kernel, If my phone gets bricked. Can I unbrick it by restoring cwm backup I have taken, or should I have to go via Odin (also how do i do it via Odin)
5. Can I install a different kernel on the existing rom, will it wipe of all my applications and settings?
kungfuEngineer said:
Ok, at the outset I would like to make it clear I am the beginner of all beginners when it comes Android tweaking and the doubts are related to it.
I have Samsung Ace GT S5830i phone. Its rooted and CWM installed. Kindly help me clear the following doubts regarding custom roms, kernel and firmware.
1. What is a kernel and What is a stock firmware. Are there any differences between it.
2. If I am installing a custom ROM, which has a custom kernel. Which do I install first? ROM or KERnel? Or whether both are bundled together as a single installation.
3. What is Odin and for what is it used for
4. If I have a CWM backup of my phone, and while installing a custom rom with custom kernel, If my phone gets bricked. Can I unbrick it by restoring cwm backup I have taken, or should I have to go via Odin (also how do i do it via Odin)
5. Can I install a different kernel on the existing rom, will it wipe of all my applications and settings?
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Even though you posted in incorrect section I will help you with some answers.
1. a) What is a kernel?
b) Stock firmware is like the root of your machine. I would take windows for simple example as i think you are not aware of that.
-Your computer was firstly installed with Windows Vista and you later upgrade to a higher version of windows. Stock ROM in this case is Windows Vista.
- What is "firmware"?
Firmware refers to the applications and operating system that control how a cellphone or smartphone operates. It is called firmware rather than software to highlight that it is very closely tied to the particular hardware components of a device. Firmware is generally flashed into a phone's ROM rather than simply being loaded into normal phone storage, where it could more easily be erased and lost in the event of a crash. Firmware updates are sometimes provided by a company as a way to fix bugs or introduce new functionality. Unfortunately Samsung has abandoned firmware updates on low-end devices such as our Galaxy Ace.
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2. If the ROM zip contains the kernel there is no need of installing a custom kernel afterwards. Always when you flash something don't forget to mount /system, /data, /cache and /sdcard. It seems you have installed CWM Recovery so you should know about mounting.
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3. Odin was software that was first leaked back a couple years ago from Samsung. Samsung uses or used it to "flash" or "install" firmware/os/kernels/radio's onto the devices. Samsung still uses it or a form of it in certain releases as a Window's Upgrade Tool as its been known. Its still basically old Odin underneath a custom Window's UI skin.
Odin is your friend, respect it. If used improperly it can brick a device since it has the ability to flash very vulnerable sections of your device.
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4. a) If your phone can access through CWM then you can probably unbrick your device restoring your nandroid backup. In such case, the brick is called a soft-brick.
b) If your phone stucks on boot logo and has no access on CWM then, you should use ODIN to unbrick it.
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5. You can. I don't know if you loose some of your settings but what is certainly you won't loose is data (Unless you wipe it)
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You can use Google too for such questions. Also, you seem to be new here so please keep in mind these things :
- Never ask for ETAs (Expected Time of Arrival)
- For reporting bugs or asking questions about a ROM use its Discussion thread. If it has no discussion thread you are free to post in development thread.
- Do not post OFF-Topic replies on such threads. You are free to do such thing on the OFF-TOPIC thread on general section of this device.
- Follow XDA rules even if you feel embarrassed or offended. Report the user which does this to you instead.
- Instead of Replying "Thank you. It worked!" Just click Thanks button instead.
Good luck!
Regards,
Teddy
Search on google for all this questions..u definately find all solutions..
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Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!
4G LTE doesn't work
Hi, I have a problem from one day to another I can't connect to LTE. Any idea about the problem?
Please remove this stupid 10 post restriction. I got my 10 posts and it's still not allowing me to post in the main thread. Maybe it needs 11? Argh.
Pantech discover issues
I have a pantech discover unlocked running ICS 4.0.4 and m facing following issues:
The soft keys work only 5-10% of times and I have to use button savior app for using phone. Sometimes they work normally and most times they simply do not respond at all. Is it ROM related issue or hardware issue? I have already factory reset the phone without any positive outcome.
My phone always sticks to 4G network and consumes a lot of battery. In settings there is no option to choose 2G or 3G network. Usually most android phones have an option to choose between GSM, GSM/WCDMA, etc. This phone does not have any such option in Mobile networks. Is there anything that can be done.
I am running stock ics and tried running AT&T update, it displayed an 248 MB update and downloaded it. I chose to install the update and it booted to recovery and tried installing update but failed after some time and rebooted the phone. Would like to know if there is anything that can be done to update the phone to JB.
I was able to find only two threads on xda for getting phone rooted and only 1-2 ROMS that too stock. Does anybody have a specific link to download roms for it.
I was unable to find phone drivers for Windows, does anybody have a link to them.
How should I update the phone to JB:
1. Running on ICS -> Root -> Install CWM -> Install JB ROM from xda thread
2. Running on ICS -> Officially update to JB -> Root -> Revert to unlocked ICS bootloader -> Install CWM -> Install JB Rom from xda thread
Any help would be appreciated.
Not Unlocked with Unlocked Bootloader
Hi! i am new here but i have been having some success. my unlocked discover was locked by ATT when i did their 4.1.2 upgrade. Since then i have rooted my discover, i have installed the clockwork mod, i have installed the unlocked loader and the checksums match. Unfortunately when i put my T-Mobile sim back in, the phone is still network locked. Has anyone had a similar experience? Is there a fix available? If I can download the custom rom and get a matching checksum would flashing that fix things? Any help would be appreciated. Hopefully you can see that I am trying to do my part.
Traci
Update and stuck on at&t logo
So, after much thought I followed the method two i.e.
Running on ICS -> Officially update to JB -> Root -> Revert to unlocked ICS bootloader -> Install CWM -> Install JB Rom from xda thread
Unfortunately, as soon as I updated it to JB, the phone rebooted after update and since then it is stuck on at&t logo.
The JB update overwrote my cwm recovery, flashed the locked JB bootloader and unrooted phone as well.
I can enter stock recovery and fastboot but to no use as the bootloader is locked and phone is not rooted.
I have tried wipe data and cache without any positive outcomes.
I have worked out following possible solutions:
1. Install stock jellybean rom via adb sideload as this is an option in stock recovery
2. Flash stock rom using PDL download software update mode, however, I do not have software for flashing and nor stock rom.
Any kind of help will be deeply appreciated.
Anyone?
Any kind of replay will be deeply appreciated.
How come this phone does not have stock roms available??
Also, a pdl download software upgrade method not available???
Is there a link for a flashable JB rom link or JB update link from where I can download JB rom or update and flash it onto phone via adb sideload!!!
Kindly help as m in a fix and moving around without a phone. :crying:
need help
sir can u plz update downloades link i need boot and rom
ICS bootloader image (aboot.img) for pantech discover
please I need to download ICS bootloaderr. Links on your post are not working. Please update the links or provide with a new mirror. I'd really appreciate it.
Maturo1002 said:
please I need to download ICS bootloaderr. Links on your post are not working. Please update the links or provide with a new mirror. I'd really appreciate it.
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Me too please
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New to using cmd promt to mod
Hello I am new to using to command windows to mod android devices (as all my other androids are samsung and I use odin for them). I can't seem to get my computer to communicate with the phone in the command window and get responses like: 'fastboot' is not recognized as an internal or external command, operable program or batch file. Any help for the noob would be appreciated.
good guide
thanks
I own a Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 32gb, SM-G925F, got it on a contract with Orange France. The phone isn't fake, it is a genuine Samsung unit, I purchased it from an official Orange shop in France, it is network locked as I am on a contract. I rooted it with Ping Pong method, rom was supported and root was successful, knox was not tripped. As I gained access to root, I went and deleted just some bloatware, absolutely nothing critical, and I need to stress on that, from /system/app and system/priv-app. I then rebooted only to see that the phone went into a bootloop. I then went into recovery, wiped cache, that didn't help. I then wiped user data/reset the phone from recovery, no joy after this either. Further more I noticed that in recovery, at the bottom, "dm-verity verification failed..." is written down in yellow. The only way I could revive the phone was by flashing the stock rom again via Odin 3.10. So basically, while ping pong root works just fine, something else prevents it from being useful, as the phone does not like anything at all removed from its system files. Hopefully, all of this makes some sense and I will get some helpful advice here. Apologies if me posting this here breaks any of the forum rules, but I did post the same issue on the ping pong root post and I had no replies basically and also there was no resolution that I could see presented on the other "dm verity verification failed..." posts. So, many thanks in advance indeed for any helpful advice some of you bright minds out there might have for this.
and you flashed correct firmware..?
carionix said:
I own a Samsung Galaxy S6 Edge 32gb, SM-G925F, got it on a contract with Orange France. The phone isn't fake, it is a genuine Samsung unit, I purchased it from an official Orange shop in France, it is network locked as I am on a contract. I rooted it with Ping Pong method, rom was supported and root was successful, knox was not tripped. As I gained access to root, I went and deleted just some bloatware, absolutely nothing critical, and I neestress on that, from /system/app and system/priv-app. I then rebooted only to see that the phone went into a bootloop. I then went into recovery, wiped cache, that didn't help. I then wiped user data/reset the phone from recovery, no joy after this either. Further more I noticed that in recovery, at the bottom, "dm-verity verification failed..." is written down in yellow. The only way I could revive the phone was by flashing the stock rom again via Odin 3.10. So basically, while ping pong root works just fine, something else prevents it from being useful, as the phone does not like anything at all removed from its system files. Hopefully, all of this makes some sense and I will get some helpful advice here. Apologies if me posting this here breaks any of the forum rules, but I did post the same issue on the ping pong root post and I had no replies basically and also there was no resolution that I could see presented on the other "dm verity verification failed..." posts. So, many thanks in advance indeed for any helpful advice some of you bright minds out there might have for this.
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seems like some of the stuff you got rid of was critical to the os.
I has the same issue as yours. At first, I used the debloater tool and removed all apps listed here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/general/safe-to-debloat-s6-threads-t3090383. That caused the bootloops and dm-verity verification fail for me. I then noticed that when I used the tool, not all apps actually get removed even thought I instructed it to. So I used esf file explorer, mounted the system as r/w and then used its system app uninstaller to remove all the apps mentioned in the above thread. Its worked great for me. I think it has to do with some knox apps being left over when I used the first method.
tell me more about flashing stock rom...
hi so for short i have crashed my samsung s6 edge. firstly rooted it with kingroot it was all good. then modified build.prop and after reboot the phone is stuck in boot loop with the same "dm-verity verification failed". no help from factory restore so i suppose i would need to flash my stock rom? but i don't know how to get one.
thanks in advance
rank4 said:
hi so for short i have crashed my samsung s6 edge. firstly rooted it with kingroot it was all good. then modified build.prop and after reboot the phone is stuck in boot loop with the same "dm-verity verification failed". no help from factory restore so i suppose i would need to flash my stock rom? but i don't know how to get one.
thanks in advance
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try: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/
sorry for double post
ok so i found out what is firmware and now i need to find out my SCS or PDA.
is there any way of finding this without working phone?
i know model: SM-G925F SAMSUNG, YATELEY, GU46 6GG. UK
IMEI:359521/06/392799/2 and S/N...?
how can i pick right firmware?
they don't seem to have the sm-g925a for att s6 edge. Does anyone have, or does a rev 3 or 4 version exist in the wild? been looking for 2 days. older versions will not flash, odin fails on AP and BL flashes.
http://click.xda-developers.com/api...amsung Galaxy S6 Edge | XDA Forums&txt=HERE.
found an android firmware for 5.1.1 att stock rom to repair corrupted imei issues.
I have a phone again, yay
Hello everyone
I have found a way to fix dm-verity and DRK issues and it works like official, meaning no errors in stock recovery and OTA works with Official firmware, the problem is related to corrupted/deleted 3 files on /efs partition. I have tested it on SM-N910C so I guess it works on other Exynos variants, perhaps even on snapdragon if the partition layout is similar? Kies won't restore DRK or dm-verity check because it doesn't write to EFS. I can fix yours if someone is interested via Team Viewer, you will need the following:
1. PM contact me for Skype ID
2. Stock rom, rooted (any root method)
3. Adb debugging enabled and drivers installed (Kies or SmartSwitch)
After repair you can enter your stock recovery and confirm there is no DRK/dm-verity red letters error.
Regards,
magix01
Hello magix01
Hello magix01,
Could you kindly please help me?
I have SM-G920F and i have the same issue with it.
Skype ID: adryan_289
phone # : 0040724031461.
I'm scared because I can no longer use my phone. I have teamviwer,drivers, mic and everything that is needed.
Thank you.
magix01 said:
Hello everyone
I have found a way to fix dm-verity and DRK issues and it works like official, meaning no errors in stock recovery and OTA works with Official firmware, the problem is related to corrupted/deleted 3 files on /efs partition. I have tested it on SM-N910C so I guess it works on other Exynos variants, perhaps even on snapdragon if the partition layout is similar? Kies won't restore DRK or dm-verity check because it doesn't write to EFS. I can fix yours if someone is interested via Team Viewer, you will need the following:
1. PM contact me for Skype ID
2. Stock rom, rooted (any root method)
3. Adb debugging enabled and drivers installed (Kies or SmartSwitch)
After repair you can enter your stock recovery and confirm there is no DRK/dm-verity red letters error.
Regards,
magix01
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magix01 said:
Hello everyone
I have found a way to fix dm-verity and DRK issues and it works like official, meaning no errors in stock recovery and OTA works with Official firmware, the problem is related to corrupted/deleted 3 files on /efs partition. I have tested it on SM-N910C so I guess it works on other Exynos variants, perhaps even on snapdragon if the partition layout is similar? Kies won't restore DRK or dm-verity check because it doesn't write to EFS. I can fix yours if someone is interested via Team Viewer, you will need the following:
1. PM contact me for Skype ID
2. Stock rom, rooted (any root method)
3. Adb debugging enabled and drivers installed (Kies or SmartSwitch)
After repair you can enter your stock recovery and confirm there is no DRK/dm-verity red letters error.
Regards,
magix01
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Skype is nicolas.allaire
Number 1-450-712-9727
I am looking for help to bypass dm verity on my samsung galaxy s6 5.1.1 **920W8 (canada)
i have the same issue , plz help
skype id : doctor.ayan_isb
suhaibahmad said:
i have the same issue , plz help
skype id : doctor.ayan_isb
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do you used what'sup?
anwr said:
do you used what'sup?
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yes please send me message 00923452105231 or send me yours