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So I've been really confused about all this MJ4 updating and such lately. My Note 3 was running a stock rooted M15. But I wanted to get these new fixes for the call quality in MJ4.
So here is what I did......
I downloaded MJ4 tar and Kernel from the Samsung updates site. I installed via Odin 3.07. It apparently updated my phone to MJ4 according to the "About Device" screen on my phone. However I was still having bad audio issues. So I ran "Root Checker" back to back 3 times while I was at work this evening and of course it said I didn't have root. So i then tried to installed the MJ4 update again via the "Updates" menu on my phone and it said I couldn't because my phone was modified.
So when I got home, I reran that tar and kernel again, with same result. So then I stared hunting around the forum for answers. I ran across a thread that said there were two ways to restore root: 1.)Install TWRP via Odin, Use a nanadroid back up and restore the rom from the M15 backup but without reinstalling the modem or 2.)install TWRP via Odin, disconnect my phone reboot into TWRP and then Flash the ChainFire SU 1.65 zip.
Well I couldnt do method 1.) because I forgot to do a nandroid before performing the update (I know....Idiot). So I tried option 2.) after rerunning the tar and kernel again. Then I tried to install Freeza's [ROM|StockRooted] 11/6/13 Sprint TouchWiz Jelly Bean 4.3 (N900PVPUBMJ4) Odex/DeOdex which of course failed.
So I then rebooted to recovery again and wiped dalvik and cache. Then rebooted my device in order to be disappointed. So I ran "Root Checker" again and low and behold , it says my device is rooted. So confused,. I ran it again and it say's I'm rooted. So I open Titanium Backup to see if I get a error and I dont. It acts as if I'm rooted.
Now key things to remember in the process:
When I initially updated to M15 I used a rooted stock version of the M15 firmware.
I NEVER wiped anything (dalvik, cache, data or system) before flashing. Also none of my data, apps, internal or external storage were wiped in this process. So all of my apps are installed and running. To answer the first question, Yes...Knox is still saying I have 0x1 void warranty.
So am I really rooted or is my system just fooled into thinking I'm rooted and how do I find out?
ANY IDEAS?
Is superuser installed? If it is just try a new app that requires root, if it asks form permission and you can grant it then you are rooted. Personally I would reflash MJ4 tar from odin. Run cf auto root from Odin and you will be on stock rooted MJ4. If you want to flash a custom ROM then flash twrp from Odin and you can then flash a ROM through twrp. Bonsai ROM is working great, freeza's stock MJ4 ROM had a couple minor issues which are ironed out with Bonsai.
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ifly4vamerica said:
Is superuser installed? If it is just try a new app that requires root, if it asks form permission and you can grant it then you are rooted. Personally I would reflash MJ4 tar from odin. Run cf auto root from Odin and you will be on stock rooted MJ4. If you want to flash a custom ROM then flash twrp from Odin and you can then flash a ROM through twrp. Bonsai ROM is working great, freeza's stock MJ4 ROM had a couple minor issues which are ironed out with Bonsai.
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Thanks for the reply bro. Yeah I was thinking to try the whole thing over again. I heard people were not able to root MJ4 with CF Autoroot right now. I just flashed a couple of mods and they worked. I also gave Superusers permission to two apps and they are working.
shaun0207 said:
Thanks for the reply bro. Yeah I was thinking to try the whole thing over again. I heard people were not able to root MJ4 with CF Autoroot right now. I just flashed a couple of mods and they worked. I also gave Superusers permission to two apps and they are working.
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You should be good to go then. As long as you are happy with the ROM you have etc I wouldn't mess with it. If you do go back to stock there is always kingoroot, people seems to have good luck with that.
Note 3 or Gear Sent
I have a rooted Sprint Samsung Galaxy note 3.
my current Android version is : 4.3
Build number: JSS15J.N900PVPUBMJ4
I received a notification for an update but since my device is rooted, I can't do OTA updates.
so my questions are; Is it worth going through the trouble of updating, and if so, how do I go about doing it???
And as always, thank a lot guys, for your help.
likeminas said:
I have a rooted Sprint Samsung Galaxy note 3.
my current Android version is : 4.3
Build number: JSS15J.N900PVPUBMJ4
I received a notification for an update but since my device is rooted, I can't do OTA updates.
so my questions are; Is it worth going through the trouble of updating, and if so, how do I go about doing it???
And as always, thank a lot guys, for your help.
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Since you are rooted, you can just goto the Android development forum and use rwilco's one step to go back completely stock and then take the ota (may or may not work to get the ota) or just goto the Android development forum and use one of the methods there to upgrade to KK.
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likeminas said:
I have a rooted Sprint Samsung Galaxy note 3.
my current Android version is : 4.3
Build number: JSS15J.N900PVPUBMJ4
I received a notification for an update but since my device is rooted, I can't do OTA updates.
so my questions are; Is it worth going through the trouble of updating, and if so, how do I go about doing it???
And as always, thank a lot guys, for your help.
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1. Download http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657828
2. Flash this next via Odin http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469904 this will root your device
3. Then either (philz) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2596001 or (twrp) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471564
4. Flash your rom of choice or run stock
MrWicked1 said:
1. Download http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657828
2. Flash this next via Odin http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469904 this will root your device
3. Then either (philz) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2596001 or (twrp) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471564
4. Flash your rom of choice or run stock
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thanks for this. fixed my problem
MrWicked1 said:
1. Download http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657828
2. Flash this next via Odin http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469904 this will root your device
3. Then either (philz) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2596001 or (twrp) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471564
4. Flash your rom of choice or run stock
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Thanks, I rooted my friend's N3 and now he wants to update to kk.
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I read that rooting a phone changes the KNOX counter and, after unrooting, the KNOX counter remains changed so that updates are not possible OTA. Unfortunately, I cannot post the link but it is on the galaxynote3root.com website.
Would someone care to comment on this, please?
My Note3 is rooted at the moment and, before unrooting to update, I would like to know whether after unrooting, the update problem still exists or not
Hope you understand and someone can help. Thanks.
apex2000 said:
I read that rooting a phone changes the KNOX counter and, after unrooting, the KNOX counter remains changed so that updates are not possible OTA. Unfortunately, I cannot post the link but it is on the galaxynote3root.com website.
Would someone care to comment on this, please?
My Note3 is rooted at the moment and, before unrooting to update, I would like to know whether after unrooting, the update problem still exists or not
Hope you understand and someone can help. Thanks.
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Just flash back to stock using Odin then reboot into stock recovery and wipe data .... you will need to have your SD card removed for it to work also .... you may then have to reflash the Odin rom again and you will have official status and be able to accept ota or just use the nc5 Odin tar and you are good
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The KNOX counter has nothing to do with it ... it's the official status
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Epix4G said:
Just flash back to stock using Odin then reboot into stock recovery and wipe data .... you will need to have your SD card removed for it to work also .... you may then have to reflash the Odin rom again and you will have official status and be able to accept ota or just use the nc5 Odin tar and you are good
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The KNOX counter has nothing to do with it ... it's the official status
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Thanks very much for your answer. Please excuse my lack of knowledge on this subject.
I guess that I can flash back to stock using Odin quite easily, but how do I "reboot into stock recovery and wipe data"?
And, what is "the nc5 Odin tar"?
This is the latest ota nc5 .... it has directions in the op for using this
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2712205
After flashing this volume up home key and power from the off position will get you into stock recovery
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updating without unrooting?
Sorry if the answer is here, but I can't seem to find it. I want to be able to record conversations on my phone, but can't because it was Android 4.4.when I rooted. I absolutely do not want to unroot. So, my question is, can I update without unrooting and if so, how do I do it?
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Sorry if the answer is here, but I can't seem to find it. I want to be able to record conversations on my phone, but can't because it was Android 4.4.when I rooted. I absolutely do not want to unroot. So, my question is, can I update without unrooting and if so, how do I do it?
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No you have to be unrooted to take an OTA update. But there are other options. First what version of KitKat are you on ? If you are on say 4.4.2 NC5 and you want to get to 4.4.4 NH7 or 4.4.4 NK4, you can unroot your device and take the OTA. Or you can flash a complete new version of KitKat 4.4.4 with odin, and then root your device again.
However, if you are rooted on 4.4.2 NC5 with TowelRoot, and no custom recovery installed. Chances are you have not tripped KNOX yet. So, if you update to 4.4.4 NH7 or NK4 or install a custom recovery like TWRP or CWM you will trip KNOX. Here is my thread for more info http://forum.xda-developers.com/note-3-sprint/general/samsung-note-3-rom-flashin-basics-t2896440 .
As for recording conversations have you checked the play store for an app here is a link https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.killermobile.totalrecall&hl=en Enjoy !!!
Many thanks. All I really wanted was to be able to record conversations. I tried 4 of the apps listed in the Play store. 2 of them recorded just my side of a conversation with blanks where the other side should be - and the other 2 just recorded static. Total Recall works like a charm though. Thanks again.
Sprint MJ4 Upgrade without data loss
MrWicked1 said:
1. Download http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2657828
2. Flash this next via Odin http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2469904 this will root your device
3. Then either (philz) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2596001 or (twrp) http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2471564
4. Flash your rom of choice or run stock
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I'm in the same boat, I've got an app I need to run, but can't due to the version difference. I used Odin with one click flash (no data loss) to root. Awesome because I didn't loose any apps or any data whatsoever. My question is this, being I'm already rooted with MJ4 by TWRP. Is there a way to upgrade without losing my data (apps , contacts or any sort of complete reset that loses everything) or having to unroot?
My apologies on not knowing this well enough, can I flash the newer version as it is, or will that cause an issue? I'm not even sure what version we're currently on.
Thank you for your work and all that has gone into creating these tools and available sources for us to work on our phones.
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Any thoughts?
Disclaimer: You own the responsibility for choosing to take this route versus the Factory OTA. If it breaks, you own both pieces.
This process uses an unsupported Safestrap. Issues with that program should NOT be reported to Hashcode.
If something goes wrong, you need to be sure that you have a way to recover. Back up first.
The SCH-I545L is a variant of the Verizon Galaxy S4 that's used for several carriers - for example, Bluegrass Cellular, Cellcom, Appalachian Wireless, and others. The "L" variant isn't compatible with kernels and bootloaders designed for the stock SCH-I545 so it needs different treatment.
This method allows you to upgrade from MK4 to the official NC5 root and retain root in the process. It's exactly the same process as the one introduced by @muniz_ri for the I545, found here.
Without his work, this would not have been possible.
Thanks also to @evilryry for his help with pulling the files together and with testing this upgrade.
This is a copy of the MK4-to-NC5 OTA hammered into shape to not flash the NC5 bootloader, and install SuperSU. When you're done, it's a stock, rooted NC5.
This will not upgrade the bootloader to NC5, which means that if anything goes wrong you can flash back to stock MK4 to recover.
However, back up your phone in Safestrap before you begin so you have something to revert to.
Steps to do this:
You must first ensure that your MK4 system is in factory stock condition, with no files modified, no Xposed framework, etc. You must have SuperSU and Safestrap 3.72 installed before starting. See post #2 in this thread for a script that you can run on your phone to ensure that it's pristine.
If your phone is not clean, flashing a no-wipe MK4 ROM image will repair it. Just make sure that you flash Safestrap 3.72 as well. ( Safestrap-JFLTE-3.72-kk-B01.apk)
Download Upgrade_I545L_MK4toNC5.zip from here,
MD5: c2e6673da0b235d9a3258c0ab46c8a65
Download I545L_Stock_Kernel_and_Modem.tar.md5 from here,
MD5: 693274326ad9d9209be0f0680bcb125e
Put the "Upgrade_I545L_MK4toNC5.zip" file onto the root of your external SDcard.
Reboot and open Recovery from the Safestrap screen. Do not wipe anything!
Flash the "Upgrade_I545L_MK4toNC5.zip" file into the stock slot.
When the flash is complete, Press "Home" and reboot into Downloader mode.
Using ODIN, flash " I545L_Stock_Kernel_and_Modem.tar.md5" by putting it into the PDA or AP slot.
The first boot will take a long time as the phone optimizes apps. Be patient.
Before trying this, there's a way to verify that your phone is "stock enough" for the flash to work.
Download the attached script file and push it to the root of your SDcard.
Then, open terminal emulator and type at the prompt:
su -c /storage/extSdCard/mk4-verify.sh
or
su
sh /storage/extSdCard/mk4-verify.sh
You MUST have busybox installed for this to work; otherwise, you'll get a bunch of "/system/bin/sh: cut: not found" errors.
If everything is right, you'll get no output. Otherwise, any tampered files will be listed.
If you choose to install a non-stock ROM image after your NC5 upgrade, you'll need a set of kernel modules to flash. @evilryry has built a ZIP containing those, available from here.
You flash these in recovery after flashing the ROM but before rebooting.
Also note that you should flash SuperSU at the same time
Reserved #3.
Rock on. Thanks k1mu. Hell of a help. I'll be happy to help if anyone has any issues, as I have the phone and have gone through your upgrade process.
Fellow 545L'ers, Just a note to addon if you choose to install a custom rom, on 3.72 safestrap, backup your stock slot, and install over stock slot. remember, flash rom, then flash modules, and very important flash supersu zip. or else you wont have root/safestrap on custom rom and you will have to odin back to 4.3 and start the upgrade process all over again!
@k1mu Nice job!
And please let me know if you have better luck than I have had trying to resolve the safestrap apk force close issue after the upgrade.
If we already have NC5 without root, is there a downgrade option so I can use this method? Sorry, I'm new....
Ampz55 said:
If we already have NC5 without root, is there a downgrade option so I can use this method? Sorry, I'm new....
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Several threads discuss it...
sent by bajarom v2.2 kitkat
I've found threads on downgrading, including Surge's here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2726868
but I figured downgrading using this method for the regular I545 would not work correctly.
Well first of all I'm not a developer but I consider myself decently knowledgeable. So, Not 100% sure but I believe that was to downgrade kitkat to jb with the jb bootloader intact in case you don't like kitkat or need to restart the whole process. I don't think you can get back to the jb bootloader once you upgrade it to kitkat. The way this process works is by updating the system and stuff but not the bootloader, leaving it at mk2 or mk4 in the 545L. So you can go back to the 4.3 and start again if you mess up. But the bootloader no, I think it's the same principle as not being able to Odin back to mdk because the bootloader updates. You can't downgrade it.
Have a screenshot showing my bootloader version (4.3) with kitkat baseband running hyperdrive 16.1
So forgive me if I'm wrong, but I believe if you take the ota or whatever to kitkat you're SOL for this posts process for root atm.
Edit, as with other phones, if anyone with this has upgraded via ota to kitkat you should be able to use @geohot "towelroot" method. Be sure to thank him too!
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Where can one find a No Wipe MK4 ROM?
Rom? No. Odin flash yes. It's a few pages back in the other 545L thread, also on sammobile site. You'll see me linking it to someone else and the other guy who caught the download. You download it and extract the file, put in odin ap slot and flash. You are better off though if you backup and factory reset beforehand. Also, you could just use kies 3 to update with then use towelroot then install supersu from play store.
Remember at some point on stock rom backup your apn using apn backup and restore.
If custom rom is desired: From then if you choose to use safestrap download "selinux mode changer" app in play store change to permissive. Then download the 3.72 safestrap linked in op, and flash supersu *zip* and then desired rom. Also you will find somewhere in other thread our modules I Dropboxed but if you can't find it (will be 2 or 3 pgs back) I will link again. Feel free to post here or pm if you need any help. FYI, 4.3 mk4 flash we have and kies are no wipe.
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kmg90 said:
Where can one find a No Wipe MK4 ROM?
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https://mega.co.nz/#!HYBVHRQY!AigKnk8oNokcStYZ6GR6l13t1oAa9bQsOHxjEMj1A2U +extract = 4.3 MK4 Odin flash. if you want root, easier option is to just use kies imo. or use this and do an ota. then use towelroot+supersu. you basically follow this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2784138 steps 5-7 use ss method heading.
Hello I was wondering do you know what the mms settings are ? I'm trying to use evolve app. And it won't automatically find the mms settings.
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blackbeard10 said:
Hello I was wondering do you know what the mms settings are ? I'm trying to use evolve app. And it won't automatically find the mms settings.
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Try harvesting from this or the info Dallas posted in other 545L thread.
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When I try to flash this update with Safestrap 3.72 I get an error. I've checked MD5 it's good, I can't flash the original upgrade either. Is there a permission's set wrong somewhere?
XRSTOY1 said:
When I try to flash this update with Safestrap 3.72 I get an error. I've checked MD5 it's good, I can't flash the original upgrade either. Is there a permission's set wrong somewhere?
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Are you on 4.3? You probably have modified system files or something. For this to work you need stock minus supersu and safestrap. Though the easy way to do this now is just to upgrade with kies and use towelroot. Just plug phone up and use kies. or if you must do it the harder way..
download https://mega.co.nz/#!HYBVHRQY!AigKnk...bQsOHxjEMj1A2U Should be a zip so extract and flash(4.3 is only flash i know is publicly available, 4.4.2 nc5 might be too tho) then with odin and upgrade with ota or try this process again.
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worked for me
decaturbob said:
Several threads discuss it...
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Had good luck with this one.
GSM/CDMA Unlock for SCH-I545L
Hi,
I just bought a SCH-I545L over ebay and the seller said its Verizon but it turned out to be Other local carrier phone probably Cell Com. Verizon Phones are GSM Factory unlocked and hence I wanted to buy the same but this is not working with International GSM Service providers.
I basically want to use the phone outside of the USA on GSM and CDMA network.
I would like to know anyone here can guide me to a post or thread where there is a GSM/CDMA unlock available for SCH-I545L.
The other problem which I am facing is that I am not able to enable hidden menu. Dont know how to enable the hidden menu. Have already checked out various posts saying to take a backup followed by changing /efs/carrier/HiddenMenu. Change OFF to ON. Did the same but thats not working for me. *#06# doesn't work.
I was however able to root the phone through Towelroot. I am currently on 4.4.2 NC5.
Any guidance in the matter would be highly appreciated.
Thanks
1. Take the NK1 OTA update.
2. Download and install Towelroot-v3.apk(this version does not require internet access).
3. Place your phone into "Download Mode" (press and hold the Home, Volume Down, and Power keys until the phone powers on and displays warning screen, then press Volume Up key) and Flash the I545_NC5_Stock_Kernel using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).
4. Open Towelroot from your app drawer and press "Make it Rain" to root your device.
5. Power off then boot into "Download Mode" again and flash the I545_NK1_Stock_Kernel also using Odin's PDA slot(AP in Odin v3.09+).
6. Download SuperSU to manage root access. Done!
Troubleshooting:
1. Should the NK1 ota update fail consider updating to NK1 by flashing the I545VRUFNK1_I545VZWFNK1_I545VRUFNK1_HOME.tar then continuing from Step 2 above (flash using Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v.3.09+)).
2. When flashing the kernels the most common cause of an Odin flash failure is a bad usb port or cable. Please check before reporting an issue!
3. Should your device bootloop after downgrading the kernel to NC5 wipe cache/dalvik from stock recovery before continuing the process.
Changelog:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxys4-12-1-14.pdf
Notes:
1. Following the above process will not affect User Data or your Knox Warranty Flag.
2. After flashing the NC5 kernel your phone may run a little wonky, e.g. the home screen may flash on and off and towelroot may not root on the first try. Attempt to proceed through these issues if possible. Once rooted and after flashing the NK1 kernel your phone will once again run like a champ!
3. You are able to Odin downgrade back to either NC5 or NG6 at anytime.
Alternative Safestrap Method:
1. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM onto your ext-sdcard.
2. From Safestrap recovery press "Backup" and backup your User Data.
3. Once complete, from the main menu press "Wipe" then "Advanced Wipe" and wipe everything but your ext-sdcard.
4. From the main menu press "Install," then select and install the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.
5. Once complete, press "Restore" and restore your User Data.
6. From the main menu press "Reboot," then "System." Done!
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your User Data or knox warranty flag.
2. This process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery, and Bootloader to NJ4 (BusyBox is also pre-installed).
3. The User Data "Backup" and "Restore" steps in the above instructions are not mandatory but will greatly reduce your device's set-up time. All currently installed non-system apps and settings will be automatically restored.
4. To avoid wifi issues when flashing any other Custom ROM after following the above process you must flash the I545_NK1_Modules.zip.
Credits:
@benwaffle for his flashboot script(built into the ROM) allowing the flashing of kernels via Safestrap.
Hey muniz_ri i did thr uodate on my phone the NK1 all i have to say everything works safestap continued to work for me. Didn't had no hiccups if u follow step by step. But i can confirm safestrap still works. Was able to recover my backup data. Thank u for all the hard work. Happy galaxy s4 user here
Safestrap Unable to Mount /system to perform proper backup
muniz_ri said:
1. Backup your User Data using Safestrap's "Backup" function.
2. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip onto your ext-sdcard.
3. Reboot into Safestrap recovery then perform an "Advanced Wipe" and wipe everything but your ext-sdcard.
4. Flash the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip using "Stock Slot."
5. Once complete press "Home" then "Restore" and restore User Data.
6. Next, press "Home" then "Reboot" and reboot into "Download Mode."
7. Flash the I545_NK1_Stock_Kernel.tar.md5 in Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v3.09+). Done!
Changelog:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxys4-12-1-14.pdf
Notes:
1. Following the above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.
2. Please confirm that Safestrap continues to function on NK1.(only tested on my I337).
3. The I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery and Bootloader to NK1.
4. You are able to Odin downgrade back to either NC5 or NG6 at anytime.
5. The most common cause of an Odin flash failure is a bad usb port or cable. Please check before reporting a failure after flashing the NK1 kernel.
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Unable to mount system....backup fails and already tried fix permissions with both rom manager and safestrap with no avail...
dgutierrez04 said:
Hey muniz_ri i did thr uodate on my phone the NK1 all i have to say everything works safestap continued to work for me. Didn't had no hiccups if u follow step by step. But i can confirm safestrap still works. Was able to recover my backup data. Thank u for all the hard work. Happy galaxy s4 user here
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Glad to hear it . Thanks for confirming.
So far I see the ROM downloaded 14 times but the kernel only 9 times. If you don't flash the kernel as per the instructions you should expect issues with your device.
What are the assumptions for these instructions?
Assuming the phone is already rooted, running SS, and already has stock NK1 installed? Or what?
And, this is the only thread I can find that mentions NK1. Is NK1 the OTA that just came out this week?
Make sure u have busybox installed in order for safestrap to work properly
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stuartv said:
What are the assumptions for these instructions?
Assuming the phone is already rooted, running SS, and already has stock NK1 installed? Or what?
And, this is the only thread I can find that mentions NK1. Is NK1 the OTA that just came out this week?
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NK1 came out yesterday it just started rolling out to the samsung s4
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gm2500main said:
Unable to mount system....backup fails and already tried fix permissions with both rom manager and safestrap with no avail...
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Try to uninstall safstrap and install it again. Make sure busybox is also installed for safestrap to work properly.
Thanks, dgutierrez.
I'm still not clear on what I need to do to install this. Right now, I am on NC5 and not running SS.
Is it:
- Root NC5 (with TowelRoot - I've actually done this before. I can't remember right now if I'm still rooted or not)
- install SS (done this before, too, but back when it only supported slot 0 - my phone was unstable, so I went back to totally stock)
- follow the instructions muniz_ri posted?
stuartv said:
Thanks, dgutierrez.
I'm still not clear on what I need to do to install this. Right now, I am on NC5 and not running SS.
Is it:
- Root NC5 (with TowelRoot - I've actually done this before. I can't remember right now if I'm still rooted or not)
- install SS (done this before, too, but back when it only supported slot 0 - my phone was unstable, so I went back to totally stock)
- follow the instructions muniz_ri posted?
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Yes u r going in the right direction. Also sent u a private message wit more instructions. Im trying not to clutter the thread.
Running MK2 BL slot1 stripped all but hlos, modem, recovery. Removed all bloat and unnecessary programs to me. Down to 876mb! Created NK1 modules and all is working.
Well almost, reboot hangs and wifi is slow to kick in. Same as NG6.
Edit: Fixed. My goof on nk1 and ng6. Lib issue. Running 100% 0 bugs.
Worked perfectly! Now running NK1 rooted with all data restored, coming from NC5 rooted. Confirm Safestrap works with NK1. Hopefully, NK1 runs better than NG6!
It's really necesary to update the bootloader,Wish the update zip was like your post about root NG6... I love stay on NC5 bootloader just in case
Albie_Stark said:
It's really necesary to update the bootloader,Wish the update zip was like your post about root NG6... I love stay on NC5 bootloader just in case
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Some functions, e.g. security settings. lockscreen, may be dependent on the updated bootloader. I don't know if that is the case with NK1 but I included he BL just in case. And since the NK1 bootloader is downgradable back to NC5 or NG6, there should be no concerns with updating the BL.
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Some functions, e.g. security settings. lockscreen, may be dependent on the updated bootloader. I don't know if that is the case with NK1 but I included he BL just in case. And since the NK1 bootloader is downgradable back to NC5 or NG6, there should be no concerns with updating the BL.
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Knowing that is downgradable I'm taking the update right now :fingers-crossed:
I'll keep posting if anything goes fine or wrong
Albie_Stark said:
Knowing that is downgradable I'm taking the update right now :fingers-crossed:
I'll keep posting if anything goes fine or wrong
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Thanks, but no need to cross fingers. There is no magic here, just follow the instructions and you will get the desired results each and every time.
1. Backup your User Data using Safestrap's "Backup" function.
2. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip onto your ext-sdcard.
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i apologize for my ignorance.
i downloaded safestrap/installed/opened it, and everything is greyed out, (state: not rooted, install recovery/uninstall recovery - greyed out) safe system: not active, (Reboot to recovery greyed out).
im not seeing an option for backup (really dont care to backup anyway... have had so many problems since the 4.4.2 update (post 2... http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...545vrufnk1-t2960467/post57213442#post57213442 )
how does one get into "safestrap"recovery please? so i can give this a go.
If this works, i'd be more then happy to donate... im so sick of these updates, and verizon samsung games.. i just want a set it and forget it phone. been using droid for years, i have my 80-90 apps i use, i had every app settings set, my themes are all picked. ...I'm sick of these corporate companies making more work for us...Done ranting
any help would be appreciated.
muniz_ri said:
The following is not a root method in the "traditional" sense, e.g. towelroot. This is a workaround to our inability to root NK1. However the end result is a 100% Stock, Rooted, NK1 Device. As always, Proceed at your own risk!
1. Backup your User Data using Safestrap's "Backup" function.
2. Place the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip onto your ext-sdcard.
3. Reboot into Safestrap recovery then perform an "Advanced Wipe" and wipe everything but your ext-sdcard.
4. Flash the I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip using "Stock Slot."
5. Once complete press "Home" then "Restore" and restore User Data.
6. Next, press "Home" then "Reboot" and reboot into "Download Mode."
7. Flash the I545_NK1_Stock_Kernel.tar.md5 in Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v3.09+). Done!
Changelog:
http://www.verizonwireless.com/dam/support/pdf/system_update/benefits-galaxys4-12-1-14.pdf
Notes:
1. Following the above process will not affect your User Data or Knox Warranty Flag.
2. Safestrap confirmed working on NK1.
3. The I545VRUFNK1_100%_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, Stock Recovery and Bootloader to NK1 (BusyBox is also pre-installed).
4. You are able to Odin downgrade back to either NC5 or NG6 at anytime.
5. The most common cause of an Odin flash failure is a bad usb port or cable. Please check before reporting a failure when flashing the NK1 kernel.
6. You must flash the I545_NK1_Modules.zip when flashing any other custom ROM after following the above process in order for wifi to work on the new ROM.
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xtacybyme said:
i apologize for my ignorance.
i downloaded safestrap/installed/opened it, and everything is greyed out, (state: not rooted, install recovery/uninstall recovery - greyed out) safe system: not active, (Reboot to recovery greyed out).
im not seeing an option for backup (really dont care to backup anyway... have had so many problems since the 4.4.2 update (post 2... http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...545vrufnk1-t2960467/post57213442#post57213442 )
how does one get into "safestrap"recovery please? so i can give this a go.
If this works, i'd be more then happy to donate... im so sick of these updates, and verizon samsung games.. i just want a set it and forget it phone. been using droid for years, i have my 80-90 apps i use, i had every app settings set, my themes are all picked. ...I'm sick of these corporate companies making more work for us...Done ranting
any help would be appreciated.
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I am assuming that you are rooted but still getting the "unrooted" message in the safestrap app?
If so, follow the Safestrap link in Step 2 of the OP, then follow all of the safestrap installation steps in that post.
Any method with NG6 without Safestrap
Is there any way to perform update to NK1 without Safestrap, I´m currently on NG6 so i dont have Safestrap but im rooted, i would like to update to NK1 without loose root.
Any advice? thanks a bunch!
EdrickMG said:
Is there any way to perform update to NK1 without Safestrap, I´m currently on NG6 so i dont have Safestrap but im rooted, i would like to update to NK1 without loose root.
Any advice? thanks a bunch!
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Well the only method right now is safestrap. U can always restore ur user data. And once ur on NK1 rooted u can unintall safestrap. But for now thats the only method. If u dont want to do it. Just keep on waiting until they find another root method for NK1.
I am assuming that you are rooted but still getting the "unrooted" message in the safestrap app?
If so, follow the Safestrap link in Step 2 of the OP, then follow all of the safestrap installation steps in that post.
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i was rooted yesterday, then i went to bestbuy store, they used smart to "reflash" they called it the new update sent from verizon, and after the samsung rep gave me my phone back, all my issues i had prior were fixed, however the root that i had prior ( i had used towelroot) was gone, then i came to xda, and posted here - (post 2... http://forum.xda-developers.com/gala...2#post57213442) they had advised me to come here, and the title here stated
[How-To] Root I545VRUFNK1 4.4.2 (12-1-2014) so i read instructions in first post, and step two mentioned backup to safestrap, i installed it and made sure busybox was installed, and both apps claim i do not have root. Am i in the wrong place to reroot verizon galaxy s4 with todays newest update...I545VRUFNK1?
Thanks for your time, clarification, and help.
Flashed GOF1 by mistake from sammmobile using Odin. Now can't find a root method that works. Tried to flash COF1 using Odin but get fail message. Anyone have any suggestions? I'm really just needing root to get backups restored from TiBu. Much appreciated if anyone has suggestions.
Same here. Looking for a way to root OF1. Tried to downgrade to OC1 using method here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...-to-update-to-i545of1-5-0-1-keeproot-t3182544
It starts to install, but then fails and soft-bricks the phone and I have to use Repair Assistant get reinstall OF1. Any help to root from OF1 appreciated. TIA
I was able to downgrade to oc1 baseband and build. I got the idea from how I use to jump from android to Tizen on my first generation watch. I ran the of1 md5 and intentionally pulled the cord from my phone about 3/4 of the way through the install. Rebooted and had the white monitors telling me to hook up to kies. Then I loaded the PIT file in Odin, and put I545_OC1_Bootloader.tar.md5 in pda, ticked Re-Partition, Auto Reboot, and Nand Erase All boxes in options, and flashed it. After my bootloader flashed sucessfullly, I ran a stock md5 of the OC1 rom. Once flashed I booted into recovery, wiped cache, wiped system data both two times just to be safe, rebooted and I was on stock OC1 baseband and build ready to root with kingroot.
So you tried to reflash of1 using kies? Would you posible have the files you used to go back?
Thanks, really good idea
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I was able to downgrade to oc1 baseband and build. I got the idea from how I use to jump from android to Tizen on my first generation watch. I ran the of1 md5 and intentionally pulled the cord from my phone about 3/4 of the way through the install. Rebooted and had the white monitors telling me to hook up to kies. Then I loaded the PIT file in Odin, and put I545_OC1_Bootloader.tar.md5 in pda, ticked Re-Partition, Auto Reboot, and Nand Erase All boxes in options, and flashed it. After my bootloader flashed sucessfullly, I ran a stock md5 of the OC1 rom. Once flashed I booted into recovery, wiped cache, wiped system data both two times just to be safe, rebooted and I was on stock OC1 baseband and build ready to root with kingroot.
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This is exactly what i need. I have just lost root by taking OTA to OF1, and i think what you mentioned might work to get me back to OC1 Rooted until someone comes up with something better. Sound feasible? Does this method only work when you pull the plug like that? still not sure what white monitors is, sorry.
I am on OF1 and was rooted, flashed the stock rooted ROM and it didn't take. I Odin flashed this - http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s4-verizon/development/odin-i545vrugof1-neutered-bl-t3203361 and it got me back to unrooted OF1. I then went and did the re-root process for OF1 and am back rooted again. I think this file is a stock OF1 image, just doesn't have the bootloader which if you're on OF1 already then you have the OF1 bootloader.
What options do we have if we have the OF1 bootloader.
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shiz0id said:
What options do we have if we have the OF1 bootloader.
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As far as I know stang5litre has a OF1 compatible ROM and of course the stock deodex ROM/stock ROM. I'm not sure of any past those.