I have searched threads here as well as other places and have had no success.
Device: Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-I535)
Info: Stock, non-root and no ROMS
Current firmware: KitKat 4.4.2
I was trying to use Odin 3.09 to revert to the firmware version 4.1.2 (which I got from http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/) in order to install CM 11. I entered the phone into download mode and entered the 4.1.2 firmware file. Everything loaded and connected fine. I clicked Start and it stopped at aboot.mbn and failed because I think 4.4.2 has a locked bootloader. I also think I tripped the Knox Security flag and therefore it is now softbricked. The phone can still go into Download mode but not recovery mode.
I followed two guides to unbrick it:
1) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2581166
The microSD card method did not work. I have not tried JTAG.
2) http://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s3-i535-unbrick-soft-brick-125413/
Odin once again fails and cannot flash the VRALEC.bootchain.tar.md5 file, leaving the same error as before:
HTML:
<ID:0/004> aboot.mbn
<ID:0/004> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/004> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/004>
<ID:0/004> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
This error appears on my phone:
HTML:
SW REV CHECK FAIL: Fused 2 > Binary 0
What can I do now?
scorpadorp said:
What can I do now?
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you could post your question in the correct forum http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s3-verizon
this here is i9300 international forum, so probably no one can help, espacially because i9300 has no knox.
scorpadorp said:
I have searched threads here as well as other places and have had no success.
Device: Verizon Samsung Galaxy S3 (SCH-I535)
Info: Stock, non-root and no ROMS
Current firmware: KitKat 4.4.2
I was trying to use Odin 3.09 to revert to the firmware version 4.1.2 (which I got from http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/) in order to install CM 11. I entered the phone into download mode and entered the 4.1.2 firmware file. Everything loaded and connected fine. I clicked Start and it stopped at aboot.mbn and failed because I think 4.4.2 has a locked bootloader. I also think I tripped the Knox Security flag and therefore it is now softbricked. The phone can still go into Download mode but not recovery mode.
I followed two guides to unbrick it:
1) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2581166
The microSD card method did not work. I have not tried JTAG.
2) http://www.androidauthority.com/galaxy-s3-i535-unbrick-soft-brick-125413/
Odin once again fails and cannot flash the VRALEC.bootchain.tar.md5 file, leaving the same error as before:
HTML:
<ID:0/004> aboot.mbn
<ID:0/004> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/004> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/004>
<ID:0/004> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
This error appears on my phone:
HTML:
SW REV CHECK FAIL: Fused 2 > Binary 0
What can I do now?
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I know my post maybe can't help you but I has the same problem with a Samsung Galaxy Mini 2 and I go to a SAMSUNG service and they resolved me. And I think this brick is because any Samsung device is not able to downgrade to an old version...
Read this about downgrade:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2613745&page=2
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Hi! A newbie here.
I wanted to flash ics rom over 2.3.4(device is rooted(superoneclick)).
I downloaded rom manager via market, tried getting into CWrecovery, however got this message: E:"Failed to verify whole-file signature".
I read somewhere that I need to flash "PDA" with a .tar via Odin in order for CWR to work. So I downloaded the tar mentioned on the site, then began flashing, with the following results:
<ID:0/005> Odin v.3 engine (ID:5)..
<ID:0/005> File analysis..
<ID:0/005> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/005> Initialzation..
<ID:0/005> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/005> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/005> recovery.bin
<ID:0/005> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/005>
<ID:0/005> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
Now, when I turn my phone on it says: "Firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in kies & try again."
Kies can not recognize the phone, however, Odin can, and pc does the connected beep when device is reconnected.
Is there a way for me to fix my phone, or did I just made a brick out of it?
Flash back to the stock from and then retry. That's what I did for my very first from too.
Send from my G2X!
I apologize humbly for my n00bishness, but how do I do that exactly?
c0rk7 said:
I apologize humbly for my n00bishness, but how do I do that exactly?
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Here is the link:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1075278
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1113928
i can see the stock roms here, but none of them matches my region.
I downloaded a rom, device is in download mode.
looks like it's frozen, it's like that on the pic for 20 minutes now.
on the phone:
Odin mode
Product name: GT-i9100
Custom binary download: YES (3 counts)
Current binary: CUSTOM
Downloading..
Do not turn off target!!
What to do?
Turn off battery, remove battery, reattach battrry, then peepare odin, once odin detected, press start
Rom : MIUI ICS XGT 'EXTENDED'
Kernel : Xcell-69X
Modem : XXKP8
Sent from Galaxy SII
c0rk7 said:
I downloaded a rom, device is in download mode.
looks like it's frozen, it's like that on the pic for 20 minutes now.
on the phone:
Odin mode
Product name: GT-i9100
Custom binary download: YES (3 counts)
Current binary: CUSTOM
Downloading..
Do not turn off target!!
What to do?
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Retry.
Try a different usb port and different usb cable.
I downloaded a different rom, rooted with cwm, made a backup, copied cooked rom next to backup, restored rom via cwm.
working like a charm, thank you everyone.
After my phone being fine for around 5 months, It suddenly bricked, and now is stuck in a boot loop. Download mode works, Recovery works, but when i try to flash with odin, I get this:
Code:
<ID:0/004> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/004> boot.img
<ID:0/004> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/004> FAIL!
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
<ID:0/004> Removed!!
Recovery is fine, but I cant flash anything either.
Does my phone need repairing? If so can samsung find it's flashed? I was running 4.4.
Thanks in advance
Nand error fail is usually fatal, you can try a rescue firmware:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=30087735&postcount=6&nocache=1&z=4402082341257483
But I wouldn't expect miracles. Your flash count/modified in download mode tells Samsung if your warranty is void.
Rores said:
After my phone being fine for around 5 months, It suddenly bricked, and now is stuck in a boot loop. Download mode works, Recovery works, but when i try to flash with odin, I get this:
Code:
<ID:0/004> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/004> boot.img
<ID:0/004> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/004> FAIL!
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
<ID:0/004> Removed!!
Recovery is fine, but I cant flash anything either.
Does my phone need repairing? If so can samsung find it's flashed? I was running 4.4.
Thanks in advance
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Change your computer or make a format. Trust me, it helps.
You can also try different USB ports, especially if you're using front one instead of back one.
I have stock 4.1.2 rooted. I tried installing cwm 6.0.2.9 using odin and instead of pass it said reset on top. Now it shows yellow triangle but doesn't turn on after that. Please help.
Sent from my Nexus 4
Dozeris said:
Hi,
I have a problem while trying to root my device in order to install new custom roms.
My device is: s2 i9100 4.1.2.
Problem: <ID:0/011> Added!!
<ID:0/011> Odin v.3 engine (ID:11)..
<ID:0/011> File analysis..
<ID:0/011> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/011> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
*I had rooted my device a year ago in order to unlock it, then i have unrooted it, and instaled stock firmware.
*I tired to reinstal drivers many times, i tired to shut down kies while trying to root.
*I tried to install other official firmware and i have the same problem. What ever I am doing with Odin every time the same issue.
Does someone have any desicion?
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Read that thread by Hopper about odin troubles.
Hi!
Here my story.
Flashing "cm-12.1-20151016-UNOFFICIAL-temasek-i9300-V18.0-ds94-FIXED.zip" (Android 5.1.1) and running smooth for 2 days. Recharing battery overnight causing bootloop.
I tried numerous attempts to regain access with odin, however no success.
TRG-I9300XXUGOC1-20150715205218
CF-Auto-Root-m0-m0xx-gti9300
different pit files etc.
Fresh samsung usb driver
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Product name: GT-I9300
Custom Binary Download: Yes(2 counts)
Current Binary: Custom
System Status: Custom
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As i understand this means NO emmc failure.
Odin different files 1.85, 3.04, 3.07, 3.10.7
<ID:0/005> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/005> Initialzation..
<ID:0/005> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/005>
<ID:0/005> There is no PIT partition.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
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Gave phone to 2 different mobile stores -> no success.
Is emmc dead?
Any special tricks fix?
greets
Fluffz
Will your device accept a btu stock rom?. I can give you a link if you want to try my stuff..
I wish I stole my HTC M9.
ok, gimme link.
whats about hard brick sd card recovery bootloader?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2581166
i have same working s3 on android 5.1.1 -> one idea is to safe working bootloader to sd card and flash the bricked phone.
I found out that "cm-12.1-20151016-UNOFFICIAL-temasek-i9300-V18.0-ds94-FIXED.zip"
using 4.1.2 bootloader (i9300xxemc2) which can cause bootloop on i9300.
Another i9300 with stock firmware using i9300xxugna8 with bootloader 4.3 should avoid bootloop, however forbid downgrade to earlier versions.
Based on this information, anyway to debrick phone without replacing emmc?
greets
Hello,
I have a Galaxy S6 Edge with a few Problems.
Whenever it starts, I can only see the Bootlogo. I tried to get into the Recovery but it istn Possible. Only the Downloadmode is working. I tried to Flash the latest original Firmware but it doesnt work.
Then I tried to reset the Phone via Smart Switch but it failed and now I cant even use Odin because the downloadmode says "SW REV. CHECK FAIL DEVICE: 5, BINARY: 4.
I'm new to Flashing Samsung but I flased a few HTC and Oneplus Devices.
My Region Code is DBT and i tried to flash the "G925FXXS4DPJ5" Firmware.
I hope you can help me
XeNTaX said:
Hello,
I have a Galaxy S6 Edge with a few Problems.
Whenever it starts, I can only see the Bootlogo. I tried to get into the Recovery but it istn Possible. Only the Downloadmode is working. I tried to Flash the latest original Firmware but it doesnt work
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same here pls help
XeNTaX said:
Hello,
I have a Galaxy S6 Edge with a few Problems.
Whenever it starts, I can only see the Bootlogo. I tried to get into the Recovery but it istn Possible. Only the Downloadmode is working. I tried to Flash the latest original Firmware but it doesnt work.
Then I tried to reset the Phone via Smart Switch but it failed and now I cant even use Odin because the downloadmode says "SW REV. CHECK FAIL DEVICE: 5, BINARY: 4.
I'm new to Flashing Samsung but I flased a few HTC and Oneplus Devices.
My Region Code is DBT and i tried to flash the "G925FXXS4DPJ5" Firmware.
I hope you can help me
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What error did you get in Odin?
In Odin it fails at Flashing sboot.bin
It seems like i got a newer Bootloader because i tried to flash the DTM firmware. Is there any way to downgrade the bootloader ?
When I try to flash the DTM firmware it fails.
Code:
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/006> Odin engine v(ID:3.1205)..
<ID:0/006> File analysis..
<ID:0/006> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/006> Initialzation..
<ID:0/006> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/006> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/006> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/006> sboot.bin
<ID:0/006> cm.bin
<ID:0/006> boot.img
<ID:0/006> recovery.img
<ID:0/006> system.img
<ID:0/006> cache.img
<ID:0/006> hidden.img
<ID:0/006> FAIL!
<ID:0/006>
<ID:0/006> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
if its failing at sboot then you may need to flash the bootloader as well if you are flashing as separate files
try to flash firmware with pit file or flash hidden separately
I tried to flash the firmware again with the right PIT file.
Odin said everything is okay but i still cant boot the system oder into recovery :/
XeNTaX said:
I tried to flash the firmware again with the right PIT file.
Odin said everything is okay but i still cant boot the system oder into recovery :/
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Extract the firmware, remove shoot.bin, repack and flash again