[Q] Steps that will get me to 4.4 - Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello all,
I have a GT-I9300 with android 4.1.2
Is the path I am now going to take correct:
1. Use [GT-I930x/T/N][SHV-E210*][SHW-M440S] CF-Auto-Root to root the phone.
2. Use Rom Manager to install Clockworkmod Recovery Touch.
3. Backup EFS, what is the best method?
4. Backup all other partitions
5. Install [CM11][4.4.2][i9300][ROM][KERNEL][DEC22] temasek's UNOFFICIAL Build - V23.
So my qeustion lies in number 3 the EFS. Is there anything else I forgot? Will backing up with CWM be enough to return to my exact state now? (Stock Sammy 4.1.2)
Like I had before with another device, when you plunge into the world of flashing there is alot of mixed up threads. Did I find the correct order?
Also, Baseband/Modem/Rils still a thing to mess with on S3's?

Using the wrong CF autoroot file will brick your phone, make sure you use the very specific i9300 one.
You need to go read the basics, in general forum stickies -follow a guide and make sure you read carefully before you flash anything.
Use philz recovery, it will backup efs as well.

make sure that you use files that say i9300 on it, anything else will brick your phone. Backing up EFS is a must. Do it with ktool after rooting. Then just install the rom of choice and your done.

Gorkytje said:
Hello all,
I have a GT-I9300 with android 4.1.2
Is the path I am now going to take correct:
1. Use [GT-I930x/T/N][SHV-E210*][SHW-M440S] CF-Auto-Root to root the phone.
2. Use Rom Manager to install Clockworkmod Recovery Touch.
3. Backup EFS, what is the best method?
4. Backup all other partitions
5. Install [CM11][4.4.2][i9300][ROM][KERNEL][DEC22] temasek's UNOFFICIAL Build - V23.
So my qeustion lies in number 3 the EFS. Is there anything else I forgot? Will backing up with CWM be enough to return to my exact state now? (Stock Sammy 4.1.2)
Like I had before with another device, when you plunge into the world of flashing there is alot of mixed up threads. Did I find the correct order?
Also, Baseband/Modem/Rils still a thing to mess with on S3's?
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I would suggest to flash a stock 4.3 first with efs v2, with compliant modem, then cm11.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk

boomboomer said:
Using the wrong CF autoroot file will brick your phone, make sure you use the very specific i9300 one.
You need to go read the basics, in general forum stickies -follow a guide and make sure you read carefully before you flash anything.
Use philz recovery, it will backup efs as well.
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paintball23456 said:
make sure that you use files that say i9300 on it, anything else will brick your phone. Backing up EFS is a must. Do it with ktool after rooting. Then just install the rom of choice and your done.
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zoleegee said:
I would suggest to flash a stock 4.3 first with efs v2, with compliant modem, then cm11.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk
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Thank you all for your answers! I will make sure to double/triple check that I have the correct CF autoroot. I prefer using CWM recovery so I will use that in combination with ktool after I rooted.
As Zoleegee commented It would be wise to flash a stock 4.3. However there is no stock 4.3 for The Netherlands...
How should I proceed?
Will following this get me were I want to ~> [Official Firmwares] I9300XXUGMK6 (Android 4.3) - United Kingdom (BTU) [18-12-13] ?
My main concern is that I want to make sure I do not run into cell-reception isseus.
Any thoughts?

Gorkytje said:
Thank you all for your answers! I will make sure to double/triple check that I have the correct CF autoroot. I prefer using CWM recovery so I will use that in combination with ktool after I rooted.
As Zoleegee commented It would be wise to flash a stock 4.3. However there is no stock 4.3 for The Netherlands...
How should I proceed?
Will following this get me were I want to ~> [Official Firmwares] I9300XXUGMK6 (Android 4.3) - United Kingdom (BTU) [18-12-13] ?
My main concern is that I want to make sure I do not run into cell-reception isseus.
Any thoughts?
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Yeah it will do no problem. Also Search up mega wipe for the s3, flash that before you flash your rom. Super clean phone then to flash cm11 off

Gorkytje said:
Hello all,
I have a GT-I9300 with android 4.1.2
Is the path I am now going to take correct:
1. Use [GT-I930x/T/N][SHV-E210*][SHW-M440S] CF-Auto-Root to root the phone.
2. Use Rom Manager to install Clockworkmod Recovery Touch.
3. Backup EFS, what is the best method?
4. Backup all other partitions
5. Install [CM11][4.4.2][i9300][ROM][KERNEL][DEC22] temasek's UNOFFICIAL Build - V23.
So my qeustion lies in number 3 the EFS. Is there anything else I forgot? Will backing up with CWM be enough to return to my exact state now? (Stock Sammy 4.1.2)
Like I had before with another device, when you plunge into the world of flashing there is alot of mixed up threads. Did I find the correct order?
Also, Baseband/Modem/Rils still a thing to mess with on S3's?
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The easiest and safest way to backup efs.

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[Q] CF-root "over" superoneclick

Yo.
A friend of mine rooted his sgs2 with superoneclick. He now wants to flash a custom rom but he can't since he is running stock recovery 3e. Question is if he can flash a correct cf-root via Odin on the already rooted device. A cf-root kernel includes a custom recovery, cwm, and this should then let him flash custom roms.
Am I on the right track here?
That's correct
Sent from my sgs2 running cm9 using xda app
Is it possible to install the custom recovery, CWM once you have already obtained root via Super One Click (On a SGS2)
I have the same issue as above, however someone has posted these instructions, wondering if it will work:
1. Use super one click (zergRush) to gain root
(now to get CWM without using Odin3)
At this point we are still using 3e recovery (can't get a backup)
The plan:
2. Download InitialCFRootFlasher (care of Chainfire) which is from His initial SGS2 root thread
3. Get the correct CF-Root kernel for my SGS2 from the above thread (NB I couldn't find my correct firmware)
I couldn't find a v5.0 for mine
Which is 2.6.35.7-I9100TDOKH1
PDA:KH1 PHONE:KG2 CSC:KH1
The closest I could find was this CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KH1-v4.1-CWM4.zip from Another Chainfire thread
4. Extract the downloaded CF-Root kernel till you get a zIMAGE file.
5. Place the zImage file from the CF-Root kernel in the zImage folder from InitialRootFlasher
- Start "already-rooted.bat" and follow the instructions
From now I should have CWM Recovery and Manager now just like you would have if you used Odin3 with the same CF-Root from above?
Or shall I just CF-root it using the above KH1 file?
My only concern was the ability to 'unroot' my phone if required using the same procedure I used to root it (Super One Click).
My main objective right now is get a current backup of my phone as it is. Then try out the latest CM9 custom ROM
EDIT: Will this be the better CF-root for my phone?
CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEU_KH4-v5.0-CWM5.zip
I was going to use
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KH1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
I think if you want to unroot your kernel, just flash it with the stock kernel.
My main goal is to get a current backup of my existing ROM so I can restore to factory if I break anything.
So I take it I should use KH1 CF-Root ontop of what I have now?
Considering I can't even get a backup like it is now (e3 recovery)
If you want to get a backup of your setup as close as possible to stock, yeah, CFRoot it. From there, before you do anything else (install a custom rom, other apps, etc), do a Nandroid backup.
This will give you a backup which is basically stock save for the rooted kernel.
Cheers Mistah,
Using the KH1 above, or KH4? (Much difference between CWM4 and CWM5?)
What is the best app to backup my EFS before I attempt the CF-root of one of the above kernels?
No worries
Use Hellcat's kTool (search on here/Play Store) to backup your EFS. Keep a copy on your external SD card (if you have one), a copy on your PC and a copy on an external HD or CD/DVD if you're really paranoid
own4d said:
Cheers Mistah,
Using the KH1 above, or KH4? (Much difference between CWM4 and CWM5?)
What is the best app to backup my EFS before I attempt the CF-root of one of the above kernels?
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Yes very paranoid.. I noted your sig that's why I'll start with EFS, then I'll use CF-root and hope for the best
My model is the I9100T so apparently I need to flash the phone (modem?) back to support my 850MHz carrier here in NZ after applying the KH1
(I will only apply the PDA option in Odin3 so it shouldn't effect my KG2 phone setting right?)
MistahBungle said:
No worries
Use Hellcat's kTool (search on here/Play Store) to backup your EFS. Keep a copy on your external SD card (if you have one), a copy on your PC and a copy on an external HD or CD/DVD if you're really paranoid
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You noted the EFS thing in my sig ? Good man
Yeah I've got an I9100T/850mhz carrier as well and the "T specific" modems tend to give the best performance, though you can certainly try out/use I9100 modems if you ever find the T modem you're using isn't working well. Yep that's right, if you only flash a kernel it won't affect anything else. Same with flashing *most* roms, your existing modem should remain.
Great to see you're planning this out well before you do it. Good job Post here again if you have any dramas.
own4d said:
Yes very paranoid.. I noted your sig that's why I'll start with EFS, then I'll use CF-root and hope for the best
My model is the I9100T so apparently I need to flash the phone (modem?) back to support my 850MHz carrier here in NZ after applying the KH1
(I will only apply the PDA option in Odin3 so it shouldn't effect my KG2 phone setting right?)
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Yeah, I've spent half the day reading various articles.. haha
Thought I was ok until I read about corrupting IMEI, and then the special modem differences we have down under. So that meant even more reading
I can apply CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KH1-v4.1-CWM4.zip via Odin3 (PDA only) without changing anything else? This will enable CWM only (I already have root so that won't be anything new)
stock rom s2
Kabayan,
Can you help me where I can download stock from for s2,,
I bought it here in taiwan.
Salamat.
Try
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
or
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
pat1984 said:
Kabayan,
Can you help me where I can download stock from for s2,,
I bought it here in taiwan.
Salamat.
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Really ? Good Too many people on here don't do the research/prep you've done/are doing & end up with borked phones. Then wonder why.
Yep, if the KH1 kernel matches your existing one, use that. And yes, that will give you a rooted phone with nothing else changed (rom, modem) & you'll have CWM.
own4d said:
Yeah, I've spent half the day reading various articles.. haha
Thought I was ok until I read about corrupting IMEI, and then the special modem differences we have down under. So that meant even more reading
I can apply CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KH1-v4.1-CWM4.zip via Odin3 (PDA only) without changing anything else? This will enable CWM only (I already have root so that won't be anything new)
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[Q] Need some assistance please - Rooting

Hi guys,
Firstly apologises in advance, I'm using my phone to browse so trying to navigate what I need to know.
I be using this guide to root, I read it several times and it makes sense for me.
Before I root though and this is a huge factor, is there anyway I can save all my current apps and restore them after flashing a new rom?. I know titantium backup does this but you need to be rooted to achieve this and before you root I understand you need to have a clean wipe for the phone which I haven't done yet since I'm hesistant reinstalling the apps all again 1 by 1.
Thanks
rirawin said:
Hi guys,
Before I root though and this is a huge factor, is there anyway I can save all my current apps and restore them after flashing a new rom?.
Check out My Backup Pro
I know titantium backup does this but you need to be rooted to achieve this and before you root
I understand you need to have a clean wipe for the phone
NO not in the instructions unless you have a problem .
jje
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JJEgan said:
rirawin said:
Hi guys,
Before I root though and this is a huge factor, is there anyway I can save all my current apps and restore them after flashing a new rom?.
Check out My Backup Pro
I know titantium backup does this but you need to be rooted to achieve this and before you root
I understand you need to have a clean wipe for the phone
NO not in the instructions unless you have a problem .
jje
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So even with my T-mobile phone stocked full of apps, I can root it without wiping and then once root backup using titanium?.
Using this guide
http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/mobile-phones/how-to-root-your-samsung-galaxy-s2-50004972/
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rirawin said:
So even with my T-mobile phone stocked full of apps, I can root it without wiping and then once root backup using titanium?.
Using this guide
http://reviews.cnet.co.uk/mobile-phones/how-to-root-your-samsung-galaxy-s2-50004972/
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T-mobile UK, right? You have an I9100?
You can use that guide, sure. But I find CF-root to be even easier, as you don't need to use an outside application. Just flash the CF-root kernel for your build of android. Done.
well i frankly neva did a wipe or wat ever i jus rooted ,flashd kernel ,roms......but one thing i neva forget is the efs folder to backup......
root ya phone no prbs,,,,afta tht backup efs using hellcat tool(free app) and its a good idea to save a copy on pc to..now rooted--u can backup ur rom...or flash kernel but go for the stable ones
rocky23 said:
well i frankly neva did a wipe or wat ever i jus rooted ,flashd kernel ,roms......but one thing i neva forget is the efs folder to backup......
root ya phone no prbs,,,,afta tht backup efs using hellcat tool(free app) and its a good idea to save a copy on pc to..now rooted--u can backup ur rom...or flash kernel but go for the stable ones
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Thanks, I'm still new to this trying to understand everything before rooting.
So backup efs?, what is it and does exactly.
I was under the impression that once I should pick the kernel closest in the about section?.
you will only be able to backup EFS after the rooting...
first Root with Cf-root then the first thing you do EFS back using Ktool (search on google play)
You'll be amazed how easy it is once you've done it (I did it a couple of weeks ago). It's all available right here.
Pay particular attention to this when choosing the kernel:
Listen closely, for I will say zis only once!
Go to Settings -> About phone -> Kernel Version. Note the string present there:
2.6.35.7-I9100XXKG1-CL349526
What matters most (KG1) in this case, is in bold. Try to find the matching file under downloads:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
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Good luck dude, let us know if you have any questions.
Thanks UK, so CF root it shall be:
Instructions - ODIN (short)
- Flash CF-Root-xxx-vX.X.tar (from the attached zip) as PDA in ODIN, without repartition. Done.
Correct?
Then how does one flash a rom?.
Yes, you flash the TAR file in Odin.
Flashing ROMs comes after you have rooted. First, you put your desired ROM zip in the root of your internal sdcard. Then once you have installed a CF-Root kernel, your device will have ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery. You access this by holding Power+Home+Volume (Up) until your phone reboots into recovery mode. Then you simply follow the instructions to flash the ROM (read instructions from the developer and always backup).
^Well that's for custom ROMs. If you're talking stock Samsung ROMs, there are many guides around for installing those.
Imperiale said:
Yes, you flash the TAR file in Odin.
Flashing ROMs comes after you have rooted. First, you put your desired ROM zip in the root of your internal sdcard. Then once you have installed a CF-Root kernel, your device will have ClockworkMod (CWM) Recovery. You access this by holding Power+Home+Volume (Up) until your phone reboots into recovery mode. Then you simply follow the instructions to flash the ROM (read instructions from the developer and always backup).
^Well that's for custom ROMs. If you're talking stock Samsung ROMs, there are many guides around for installing those.
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Ok makes sense.
So flash tar file with Odin giving me Root Access.
Grab the desired Rom, so for example MIUI then can you elaborate on the kernel. Because this is the one things that bothers me the most because I can't get my head around it.
From reading I need to get the kernel closest to the one on my about phone info correct?.
Yes that's right. As in the example, where the kernel version says I9100XXKG1, you find a similar one based on the KG1 kernel.
Ok all makes sense, thanks for all the help.
1 last question...
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Then you simply follow the instructions to flash the ROM (read instructions from the developer and always backup).
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Backup?, as in Titanium Pro correct or was that EFS thing which I still don't understand what its for?.
rirawin said:
Ok all makes sense, thanks for all the help.
1 last question...
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Backup?, as in Titanium Pro correct or was that EFS thing which I still don't understand what its for?.
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You should read the guides and faqs everything is posted .
EFS is a backup that allows you to restore your phones EFS folder that contains the IMEI for your phone . Its rare but possible that flashing may break IMEI leading to no network connection .
jje
It's always a good idea to backup - search on the market for some of the best solutions. But honestly, I just winged it the first time I rooted with CF-Root, and went without backup. It's up to you.
But after you have rooted get kTool off the market and back up EFS, put it in the cloud or on your computer so you don't lose it.
Custom ROMs normally require a full data wipe first time flashing, so get titanium backup pro and backup all your apps from there.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA

[Q] Preliminary steps for easy unroot + restore to stock

Hey guys,
I've been seeing a few posts with unfortunate people having trouble restoring their phone to stock state (i.e. unroot and stock OS and no CWM).
I wonder, though, what preliminary steps should I take for the installation of a CWM (and eventually CM on my S II), and what steps should I take when I want to restore it back to stock state.
There are quite a few names and methods, but I've been wondering what the popular (and hopefully foolproof) method is?
I currently have a stock S II.
Any help is appreciated
I just used Odin and flashed a stock ROM on to it. All traces of root was removed after that.
The only step Id do would be to make sure Odin works with my phone[in case you need to use download mode].
Its inbetween rooting and installing custom roms you need to worry about;eg
Efs backup
Nand backup
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
theunderling said:
The only step Id do would be to make sure Odin works with my phone[in case you need to use download mode].
Its inbetween rooting and installing custom roms you need to worry about;eg
Efs backup
Nand backup
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Is there any way to backup the "stock rom" I was given the device with, instead of downloading from http://www.sammobile.com/ ?
boyoboyo said:
Is there any way to backup the "stock rom" I was given the device with, instead of downloading from http://www.sammobile.com/ ?
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Yes you can take back up of your stock os only after installing safe kernal... After that you get custom recovery from there you can take backup
DO NOT TRY TO WIPE OR TRY TO TAKE BACKUP FROM STOCK RECOVERY.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium

Samsung GALAXY SIII (i9300) - CyanogenMod Installer

Hello!
I want to change my ROM because TouchWizz UI sucks and my device is lagging... I like CM and I want to flash it on my S3. I want to install it via CM Installer, but I have some questions :
- Does CM have Gapps already installed?
- Should I backup the /EFS folder? And how?
- Give me a way to backup my Stock ROM, if my installation fails, I will go back to it. (A tutorial or smth...)
I know how to install CM via their installer, but I am worried about that EFS thing...and the backup also...
Thanks!
Hello
!!ALL QUESTIONS GO IN THE Q&A FORUM!! OR THEY MAY BE DELETED
Please use the red report button and ask a mod to move the post.
- Does CM have Gapps already installed?>>> NO
- Does CM have Gapps already installed?>>> Always please read the faqs and guides .
Give me a way to backup my Stock ROM, if my installation fails, I will go back to it. (A tutorial or smth...)
Read the faqs and guides before flashing anything EFS and other problems are user failing to read .
STICKYS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344125
UNDERSTAND FIRST
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2362743
Network IMEI EFS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2393289
CM Installer
JJEgan said:
Hello
!!ALL QUESTIONS GO IN THE Q&A FORUM!! OR THEY MAY BE DELETED
Please use the red report button and ask a mod to move the post.
- Does CM have Gapps already installed?>>> NO
- Does CM have Gapps already installed?>>> Always please read the faqs and guides .
Give me a way to backup my Stock ROM, if my installation fails, I will go back to it. (A tutorial or smth...)
Read the faqs and guides before flashing anything EFS and other problems are user failing to read .
STICKYS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2344125
UNDERSTAND FIRST
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2362743
Network IMEI EFS
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2393289
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I tried to use the CM installer but it gave me an error, If i where you just flash it through CWM or TWRP its much easier (for me that is)
When i first flashed my I9300 (S3) i never backed up the EFS i just never felt the need but i had been flashing roms for around 2 years, but for a beginer it may be wise to back it up.
Also If you want to backup your stock rom you can create a nandroid backup or just backup your info and if it goes wrong then you can just flash it back to stock 4.3 through odon.
Hope this helped?
Let me know how it went.
Well... I need to backup my /EFS and my current stock ROM. Is there any way to do it without rooting or other complicated things? And also I need to know how to restore that backups if something goes wrong... I will install CM via CM installer as I said earlier.
Check this out.
IMAGINARY666 said:
Well... I need to backup my /EFS and my current stock ROM. Is there any way to do it without rooting or other complicated things? And also I need to know how to restore that backups if something goes wrong... I will install CM via CM installer as I said earlier.
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Take a look at this it may help: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2213909
Orangevenom said:
Take a look at this it may help: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2213909
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Sorry but no, it didn't help me.
Hmmm
IMAGINARY666 said:
Sorry but no, it didn't help me.
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Take one look at this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2602325
I might be wrong but i think you need root to back up the EFS sorry
Can we have another opinion anyone?
Thanks
Oh... We need someone to put a full tutorial here...
IMAGINARY666 said:
Oh... We need someone to put a full tutorial here...
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Stickied faqs and guides its all posted .
Rooted phone suggest backup EFS via Philz Recovery or EFS Pro see posts .
from the sticky
How do I backup and restore /efs?
There are a few methods to backup /efs, but they all require customisation of your phone. Either root access, or a custom recovery. I appreciate that many of you do not wish to root your phones and just want to flash official ROMs via Odin... Well here are your choices:
Only use OTA or KIES to update (Official Method)
Root using CF auto root / Framaroot - backup efs and THEN flash via ODIN
Flash a custom recovery via Odin, backup efs and THEN flash a ROm via Odin
Risk it. Don't backup efs. Simply flash via Odin and hope for the best
...and here are the options for backing up / restoring efs (this list is not exhaustive)
EFS Pro - App needs root
SGSIII EFS backup / Restore - app runs from Windows / Linux and needs root
kTool - app needs root.
Philz advanced CWM rewcovery - custom recovery can take efs backups using the "Custom Backup" feature.
It's worth noting that some custom ROMs will give the option to backup efs, but you can never have too many backups!
Oops
JJEgan said:
Stickied faqs and guides its all posted .
Rooted phone suggest backup EFS via Philz Recovery or EFS Pro see posts .
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I forgot to say about Philz recovery amazing recovery i advise anyone to get it but yeah this will work to backup the EFS but you have to be rooted.
If you are rooted you can use Ricky's tool to backup your efs
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Meh... I will root the phone with CF Auto root, and then use kTool to backup the EFS. It will create a folder with 2 img files, and I will save that folder on my PC... IS THIS OK?
To backup my stock ROM, what should I do? Give me some ways to do it...
IMAGINARY666 said:
Meh... I will root the phone with CF Auto root, and then use kTool to backup the EFS. It will create a folder with 2 img files, and I will save that folder on my PC... IS THIS OK?
To backup my stock ROM, what should I do? Give me some ways to do it...
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Use Official Clockworkmode or Philz touch recovery to backup your current ROM.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk
baku2313 said:
Use Official Clockworkmode or Philz touch recovery to backup your current ROM.
Sent from my GT-I9300 using Tapatalk
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OK... Then I install CM via CM installer. And unfortunately, it says "No network" and i have the generic 0049 IMEI. What to do in this case?
IMAGINARY666 said:
OK... Then I install CM via CM installer. And unfortunately, it says "No network" and i have the generic 0049 IMEI. What to do in this case?
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FAQS and Guides read EFS
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Thread closed @ [OP] request
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I just ROOTED, what should I do? precautions

Hello Geeks,
I just rooted my galaxy s3, please tell me,
1. What should I need to do before doing anything?
2. how to backup my settings? efs? so that if anything wrong happened, I can restore ?
3. I have rooted, can I UPDATE os? any suggestion?
HELP
vinayak.etx said:
Hello Geeks,
I just rooted my galaxy s3, please tell me,
1. What should I need to do before doing anything?
2. how to backup my settings? efs? so that if anything wrong happened, I can restore ?
3. I have rooted, can I UPDATE os? any suggestion?
HELP
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Flash a recovery of your choice...via odin
I prefer philz touch recovery...
Go in recovery and backup your current rom... in backup and restore options to ext SD card so that it remains safe when you flash a new rom after factory reset...
2.. Backup efs by any tool available.. There are many on play store...
K tool, neat efs tool etc...
And same thing... Keep it at some safe place so whenever needed it can be used..
3..of course you could upgrade to 4.4.2 if you like.. But as Samsung hasn't released 4.4.2 for s3 so no Samsung features with 4.4.2 as of now...
But 4.3 us available and it's quite stable...
But before flashing any 4.3 Sammy rom change your modem to any modem which is mg4+... read about that on xda..
Always have a legitimate backup in case anything weird happens...
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Follow the guides in general forum, sticky thread. If you don't really know what root means for you then why bother?
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Download ktool from googleplay backup your efs. Copy the backup file somewhere in your computer for safe keeping.
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