Hello,
Today i downloaded NeatRom ( android 4.4.4) For the battery life etc etc,
And i also read that the dorimanX kernel is battery friendly, but where do i get the one for my android 4.4?
I have now a kernel installed ( CM recovery+ kernel for Kitkat -odinflashable), The version of CWM is v6.5.0.1.
Please help me
Jason
jasondutch said:
Hello,
Today i downloaded NeatRom ( android 4.4.4) For the battery life etc etc,
And i also read that the dorimanX kernel is battery friendly, but where do i get the one for my android 4.4?
I have now a kernel installed ( CM recovery+ kernel for Kitkat -odinflashable), The version of CWM is v6.5.0.1.
Please help me
Jason
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Get 10.44v008 from here -
http://www.dorimanx.ataliba.net/
I would assume it will work, I have used it with other aosp 4.4.4 roms, but I haven't used neat rom.
noppy22 said:
Get 10.44v008 from here -
http://www.dorimanx.ataliba.net/
I would assume it will work, I have used it with other aosp 4.4.4 roms, but I haven't used neat rom.
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Can i flash it without losing clockworkmod v6.5.0.1?
EDIT:// My odin v3.09 doesn't see the zip package.. how is that possible?
EDIT:// 2 Can i also put a custom bootanimation on my phone with the dorimanx kernel?
jasondutch said:
Can i flash it without losing clockworkmod v6.5.0.1?
EDIT:// My odin v3.09 doesn't see the zip package.. how is that possible?
EDIT:// 2 Can i also put a custom bootanimation on my phone with the dorimanx kernel?
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I think dorimanx will replace your cwm with its own version(I am on 6.0.4.8), but there is not much difference. You can always flash the newer version if you really need it.
Odin won't see it as it is not a .tar file, just flash it from recovery. It is recommended if you are not re-flashing the rom to use the kernelwipe script from @hawkerpaul to make sure there are no issues from residual files from the old kernel.
I don't know about a custom boot-animation, it may be possible but not something that is a feature of the kernel
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Hey,
Thanks for your help,
So i just need to re-install my ROM after flashing the kernel?
jasondutch said:
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Hey,
Thanks for your help,
So i just need to re-install my ROM after flashing the kernel?
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No, that would install the stock kernel again. If you have been using the rom as is for a while I would use the kernelwipe script, then just flash the dorimanx kernel from recovery, then just reboot into system. You can flash the kernel without the script but you run the risk of bugs because of left over files from the previous kernel.
noppy22 said:
No, that would install the stock kernel again. If you have been using the rom as is for a while I would use the kernelwipe script, then just flash the dorimanx kernel from recovery, then just reboot into system. You can flash the kernel without the script but you run the risk of bugs because of left over files from the previous kernel.
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Alright thanks,
Unfortuanely my phone screen died
When its repaired i download the kernel instantly
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So real quick....
I rooted my phone with ODIN last night, so I'm still running AT&T Rom and Stock 3e. I am trying to get JB installed but don't know where to go from here. I need to get Clockwork Recovery right? If so, how can I get that on my phone? I did read I should not used ROM MANAGER!
Sorry for the stupidity! I got JB on my last Galaxy before it broke I'm just confused because I did it a different was last time. Thanks for the help!
just flash a custom kernel with ODIN. That'll give you CWM recovery. then you can flash whatever you want.
MotoMudder77 said:
just flash a custom kernel with ODIN. That'll give you CWM recovery. then you can flash whatever you want.
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Ok, is Odin 1.85 sufficient (or is there a newer one) and then can I just flash it with Siyah 4.1.4?
IDK much about Odin. But if it worked for ya the first time it should be good.
for the kernel, you must find one in a format Odin uses and not in the normal .zip which requires CWM recovery to flash.
Right now .tar is the only one that comes to mind for Odin.
dsebbs said:
Ok, is Odin 1.85 sufficient (or is there a newer one) and then can I just flash it with Siyah 4.1.4?
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I would flash a kernel that is compatible with whatever ROM you have currently. Then flash a JB ROM from CWM . Flash Siyah after you have JB if that is the kernel you want. I think you would get boot looped if kernel and ROM are mismatched.
adfurgerson said:
I would flash a kernel that is compatible with whatever ROM you have currently. Then flash a JB ROM from CWM . Flash Siyah after you have JB if that is the kernel you want. I think you would get boot looped if kernel and ROM are mismatched.
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Okay cool. I know this might be asking a lot but can you just link to me a Kernel that will work with the ROM I have? It's still the AT&T Stock Rom 2.3.4 with Baseband I777UCKH7 and Kernel 2.6.35.7.
dsebbs said:
Okay cool. I know this might be asking a lot but can you just link to me a Kernel that will work with the ROM I have? It's still the AT&T Stock Rom 2.3.4 with Baseband I777UCKH7 and Kernel 2.6.35.7.
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Take a look at the guide which is the top link in my signature. It will give you a little more detail on what you want to do, and has links to the available Gingerbread kernels.
adfurgerson said:
I would flash a kernel that is compatible with whatever ROM you have currently. Then flash a JB ROM from CWM . Flash Siyah after you have JB if that is the kernel you want. I think you would get boot looped if kernel and ROM are mismatched.
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the only point in flashing a kernel compatible with a ROM, would be if you wanted to boot into the ROM.
Yes, flashing a kernel meant for a different version will most likely bootloop.
You can flash any kernel you want if you have no intentions on booting the system.
Recovery inside the kernel has nothing to do with what ROM your running. Will always be able to boot into recovery. Or **** broke
I give you lots of credit for reading not to use rom manager!
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If you use Mobile Odin you can flash a custom kernel that will install CWM and then flash a custom ROM with CWM. I do this so I do not mess with the flash counter.
dsebbs said:
So real quick....
I rooted my phone with ODIN last night, so I'm still running AT&T Rom and Stock 3e. I am trying to get JB installed but don't know where to go from here. I need to get Clockwork Recovery right? If so, how can I get that on my phone? I did read I should not used ROM MANAGER!
Sorry for the stupidity! I got JB on my last Galaxy before it broke I'm just confused because I did it a different was last time. Thanks for the help!
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It sounds like you're taking the same route I did to root my phone. I first flashed a rooted, stock ICS ROM, then I flashed the Siyah kernel using Mobile Odin, then I eventually went on to flash a JB ROM (SuperNexus) using Mobile Odin. I'm sure I could have skipped that step of flashing Siyah because SuperNexus flashes a CM kernel anyway, but I kinda didn't know what I was doing.
today i download and install omega v16 jb 4.1.2. its automatically erase my siyah kernel and install philz kernel, now i try to flash my mobile with latest siyah kernel cwm zip by install zip in philz cwm but its not flashing. can some one help me out how to install dual boot using omega v16 jb 4.1.2 rom
appumohanty said:
today i download and install omega v16 jb 4.1.2. its automatically erase my siyah kernel and install philz kernel, now i try to flush my mobile with latest siyah kernel cwm zip by install zip in philz cwm but its not flushing. can some one help me out how to install dual boot using omega v16 jb 4.1.2 rom
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What do you mean by 'it's not flashing'? You selected Install zip from sd-card and then what happened?
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Donnie Sins said:
What do you mean by 'it's not flashing'? You selected Install zip from sd-card and then what happened?
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ya i select install zip , then choose zip from sd card then siyah 5.01 cwm zip, its starting installation but suddenly its exiting flashing,
Flash with Odin in Download mode.
And you can't flush a kernel, but you can flush a toilet.
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appumohanty said:
ya i select install zip , then choose zip from sd card then siyah 5.01 cwm zip, its starting installation but suddenly its exiting flashing,
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Maybe you have a corrupted downloadfile, so you
have to download the kernel again.
boki9999 said:
Flash with Odin in Download mode.
And you can't flush a kernel, but you can flush a toilet.
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^^
But it should be possible through CWM...
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Donnie Sins said:
Maybe you have a corrupted downloadfile, so you
have to download the kernel again.
i try with this file before, its was working with other kernel after installing philz kernel its not working, omega by default install philz kernel and after installation siyah is not flashing,
^^
But it should be possible through CWM...
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i try with this file before, its was working with other kernel after installing philz kernel its not working, omega by default install philz kernel and after installation siyah is not fashing,
appumohanty said:
i try with this file before, its was working with other kernel after installing philz kernel its not working, omega by default install philz kernel and after installation siyah is not fashing,
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have you tried flashing in download mode with odin?
boki9999 said:
have you tried flashing in download mode with odin?
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no i will try it now and will let you know
finally able to flash siyah kernel but omega v14 not running, its doesn't support .
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finally able to flash siyah kernel but omega v14 not running, its doesn't support .
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Did you flash Siyah 5.0i?
boki9999 said:
Did you flash Siyah 5.0i?
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i flash with latest 5.0.1, but i am getting black screen after after kernel booting,
I have the same problem. And I don't have odin.
How can I go back to Siyah from the 4.1.2 JB leak with philz kernel ?
the omega does not start because the siyah is not compatible with the new leak 4.1.2 LJS .... there aren't still compatible kernel ... You need to reinstall the kernel Philzo to go back
alister91 said:
the omega does not start because the siyah is not compatible with the new leak 4.1.2 LJS .... there aren't still compatible kernel ... You need to reinstall the kernel Philzo to go back
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same thing i try lot, to go back siyah from philz and when ever i try to flash siyah kernel 5.0i its shows some wrong message so what i did i flash with siyah 4.0.1 link for download it http://downloadandroidrom.com/file/GalaxyS2/kernels/ICS/SiyahJBICS/Siyah-s2-v4.0.1-CWM.zip
download this kernel and i am sure it can be flash by philz kernel. once flash over its restart and your mobile stuck on siyah logo, downt worry remove your batter and boot in to siyah recovery and reload other rom, be sure to save rom to your memory card other wise in siyah recovery you can go for mount usb and copy rom. i think this will help you lot
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I have the same problem. And I don't have odin.
How can I go back to Siyah from the 4.1.2 JB leak with philz kernel ?
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same thing i try lot, to go back siyah from philz and when ever i try to flash siyah kernel 5.0i its shows some wrong message so what i did i flash with siyah 4.0.1 link for download it http://downloadandroidrom.com/file/GalaxyS2/kernels/ICS/SiyahJBICS/Siyah-s2-v4.0.1-CWM.zip
download this kernel and i am sure it can be flash by philz kernel. once flash over its restart and your mobile stuck on siyah logo, downt worry remove your batter and boot in to siyah recovery and reload other rom, be sure to save rom to your memory card other wise in siyah recovery you can go for mount usb and copy rom. i think this will help you lot
1. Siyah Kernal Odin version : Flash via Odin ( http://d-h.st/Bcf )
2. Enter into Siyah recovery and flash a compatibale ROM.
Done.
If you havent got a rom on your micro SD card
a) In siyah kernal mount USB storage.
b) Use an micro-sd reader to copy flashable zip
den_breacker said:
I have the same problem. And I don't have odin.
How can I go back to Siyah from the 4.1.2 JB leak with philz kernel ?
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Currently siyah doesn't support leaked jb.. So stay with Phil kernal...
You can try latest Dori kernal... Dual boot with omega... Rom my frnd using that...
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xDa_nightfury said:
Currently siyah doesn't support leaked jb.. So stay with Phil kernal...
You can try latest Dori kernal... Dual boot with omega... Rom my frnd using that...
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unfortunately even dorimanx works .... you have to wait
appumohanty said:
today i download and install omega v16 jb 4.1.2. its automatically erase my siyah kernel and install philz kernel, now i try to flash my mobile with latest siyah kernel cwm zip by install zip in philz cwm but its not flashing. can some one help me out how to install dual boot using omega v16 jb 4.1.2 rom
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http://db.tt/YceTd0pl flash a kernel cleaning script before you flash a new kernel
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den_breacker said:
I have the same problem. And I don't have odin.
How can I go back to Siyah from the 4.1.2 JB leak with philz kernel ?
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Siyah,Dorimanx kernel does not have a support yet in jb leaked xxlsj, but for sure they are working with it now..
Thanks A Lot
appumohanty said:
same thing i try lot, to go back siyah from philz and when ever i try to flash siyah kernel 5.0i its shows some wrong message so what i did i flash with siyah 4.0.1 link for download it download this kernel and i am sure it can be flash by philz kernel. once flash over its restart and your mobile stuck on siyah logo, downt worry remove your batter and boot in to siyah recovery and reload other rom, be sure to save rom to your memory card other wise in siyah recovery you can go for mount usb and copy rom. i think this will help you lot
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Thanks a lot man....had been searching around a lot for this...didnt wanna use odin... so was looking for a compatible siyah kernel...your post helped a lot....many thanks...
Please give me stock kernel for CM10.1. which came with cm10.1
I faced bad battery life on siyah kernel
nascar895 said:
Please give me stock kernel for CM10.1. which came with cm10.1
I faced bad battery life on siyah kernel
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reflash CM10.1
If you're not using CM10.1, extract the boot.img (kernel) from cm10.1 and put it in a flashable zip / tar for CWM / Mobile odin
Or download one of the CM10 kernel variants such asn yank or Temasek
rootSU said:
reflash CM10.1
If you're not using CM10.1, extract the boot.img (kernel) from cm10.1 and put it in a flashable zip / tar for CWM / Mobile odin
Or download one of the CM10 kernel variants such asn yank or Temasek
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Actully I cant reflash cm10.1 i have installed many apps and did many customization. Are there any download link to the kernel? I tried converting boot.img to tar but odin stucks in flashing the kernel.
yes, you can reflash it. just don't wipe data
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Actully I cant reflash cm10.1 i have installed many apps and did many customization. Are there any download link to the kernel? I tried converting boot.img to tar but odin stucks in flashing the kernel.
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Just drag the boot.img into an existing flashable .tar or .zip for a kernel and replace the existing file. Usually, you should take nandroids before flashing things.
I recently heard about PAC MAN ROM 4.2.2 for Galaxy GT I9100 which is hybrid of different ROMs like Paranoid, CynogenMod etc. I wanted to know how much stable is this ROM in terms of performance and battery life. Additionally, is custom kernel and CWM required to install this ROM or simply flashing the new ROM will do the job? I really am looking forward to installing this ROM in my phone
I have rooted S2 GT I 9100 with official 4.1.2, stock recovery and stock kernel.
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I wanted to know how much stable is this ROM in terms of performance and battery life.
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That depends on each user mate. I suggest you read user opinions in the ROM's thread to find out.
ssanjy said:
Additionally, is custom kernel and CWM required to install this ROM or simply flashing the new ROM will do the job? I really am looking forward to installing this ROM in my phone
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Like all custom ROMs, PACman ROM requires CWM and root. You don't need a custom kernel per se, but flashing a custom kernel is the best way to get root as well as CWM.
immortalneo said:
That depends on each user mate. I suggest you read user opinions in the ROM's thread to find out.
Like all custom ROMs, PACman ROM requires CWM and root. You don't need a custom kernel per se, but flashing a custom kernel is the best way to get root as well as CWM.
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Can you please suggest me a stable custom Kernel that would be comparatively safe for my device GT I9100. I would be quite glad if you would help me with it...:good:
In discussing about the kernel in this thread in post# 619 pg 62 Viper has suggested me with Philz Kernel and FAQs of PacMan ROM, they suggest Dorimax Kernel for my device. So, are these kernel better in performance than the stock kernel or not and does performance of ROM depend upon kernel as well? Since I can backup my ROM and flash new ROM with temporary CWM, I am thinking of using it instead of other custom kernel so as not to mess up with my stock kernel.
ssanjy said:
Can you please suggest me a stable custom Kernel that would be comparatively safe for my device GT I9100. I would be quite glad if you would help me with it...:good:
In discussing about the kernel in this thread in post# 619 pg 62 Viper has suggested me with Philz Kernel and FAQs of PacMan ROM, they suggest Dorimax Kernel for my device. So, are these kernel better in performance than the stock kernel or not and does performance of ROM depend upon kernel as well? Since I can backup my ROM and flash new ROM with temporary CWM, I am thinking of using it instead of other custom kernel so as not to mess up with my stock kernel.
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Actually all custom kernels are safe. Just make sure (by reading the instructions) you flash the compatible one.
Philz-kernel for example cannot be used with PAC. Just try the stock kernel. If you don't like it, you can try (for example) Dorimanx kernel.
Donnie Sins said:
Actually all custom kernels are safe. Just make sure (by reading the instructions) you flash the compatible one.
Philz-kernel for example cannot be used with PAC. Just try the stock kernel. If you don't like it, you can try (for example) Dorimanx kernel.
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So if I want to try different ROMs can Dorimanx do the job for me? And since my device is already rooted do I need to unroot first before flashing new kernel which have rooting functionality?
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ssanjy said:
So if I want to try different ROMs can Dorimanx do the job for me? And since my device is already rooted do I need to unroot first before flashing new kernel which have rooting functionality?
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No you don't need to un-root and like her said.......read the instructions and search forums for specific kernals for specific ROMs. I'm not sure but I don't think dorimanx is compatible with ALL ROMs.
Anyone clarify?
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Flashing Kernels
cowen2006 said:
No you don't need to un-root and like her said.......read the instructions and search forums for specific kernals for specific ROMs. I'm not sure but I don't think dorimanx is compatible with ALL ROMs.
Anyone clarify?
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So just like flashing ROMs we can flash different kernels as per our need simply by installing the respective compatible kernels right?
ssanjy said:
So just like flashing ROMs we can flash different kernels as per our need simply by installing the respective compatible kernels right?
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True:thumbup:
Restoring to stock
After flashing PACMan version of 4.2.2, if I need to for warranty, can I simply go to CWM recovery and restore previously created backup of my stock ROM?
ssanjy said:
After flashing PACMan version of 4.2.2, if I need to for warranty, can I simply go to CWM recovery and restore previously created backup of my stock ROM?
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No, you need to do a back up to your pc first using kies preferably.....this will make sure its put back to stock standard for warranty purposes.
I thought s2/i9100's were too old to be warrant'd now?
Error in /emmc/...while flashing Pac Man 4.2
I tried to flash PacMan 4.2 but encountered problem. Posted my issue in this thread but no solution received yet.
Got error message something like
"assert failed get prop ("ro.product.device") == "galaxys2" ||getprop("ro.buil.product")==galaxys2.....Error in /emmc/[file location]....Installation aborted..."
Tried to flash pac_i9100_4.2-milestone.1.release_20130806-205645.zip (MD5sum: 5e569d28ae20c0dbb45c71a212a35ce4)
I searched the forum but some say its problem with CWM recovery and others tell about corrupted file. I downloaded file twice incl previous release of the ROM. I even explored the zipped file and could navigate to most of the folders which I think that suggests that file is fine (no corrupted download).
I used temporary CWM v. 6.0.1.4. Should I try Dorimanx Kernel as the developer of ROM suggests the kernel for the ROM.
I currently have official JB 4.1.2, stock recovery and kernel. GT I9100.
ssanjy said:
I tried to flash PacMan 4.2 but encountered problem. Posted my issue in this thread but no solution received yet.
Got error message something like
"assert failed get prop ("ro.product.device") == "galaxys2" ||getprop("ro.buil.product")==galaxys2.....Error in /emmc/[file location]....Installation aborted..."
Tried to flash pac_i9100_4.2-milestone.1.release_20130806-205645.zip (MD5sum: 5e569d28ae20c0dbb45c71a212a35ce4)
I searched the forum but some say its problem with CWM recovery and others tell about corrupted file. I downloaded file twice incl previous release of the ROM. I even explored the zipped file and could navigate to most of the folders which I think that suggests that file is fine (no corrupted download).
I used temporary CWM v. 6.0.1.4. Should I try Dorimanx Kernel as the developer of ROM suggests the kernel for the ROM.
I currently have official JB 4.1.2, stock recovery and kernel. GT I9100.
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Use 'Philz' Kernel (tar file for ODIN Flash) to root ur phone and then use its recovery to install any custom rom of ur choice
Sun90 said:
Use 'Philz' Kernel (tar file for ODIN Flash) to root ur phone and then use its recovery to install any custom rom of ur choice
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I have rooted my device by flashing zip file. And according to Donnie Sins in post#4 in this thread suggested that Philz-kernel cannot be used with PAC. Now I am more confused....:laugh::laugh::good:
ssanjy said:
I have rooted my device by flashing zip file. And according to Donnie Sins in post#4 in this thread suggested that Philz-kernel cannot be used with PAC. Now I am more confused....:laugh::laugh::good:
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Lol, i said to install 'Philz' kernel so that u can use its recovery to flash PAC after that the 'Philz' kernel will be replaced by the one that comes with the PAC rom for u
PS- alternatively u can flash 'Dorimanx' kernel and use its recovery to flassh PAC rom
Sun90 said:
Lol, i said to install 'Philz' kernel so that u can use its recovery to flash PAC after that the 'Philz' kernel will be replaced by the one that comes with the PAC rom for u
PS- alternatively u can flash 'Dorimanx' kernel and use its recovery to flassh PAC rom
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I should try Dorimanx then.....Should I use the one for JB/ICS Stock v 8.38 in this link for my device.
ssanjy said:
I should try Dorimanx then.....Should I use the one for JB/ICS Stock v 8.38 in this link for my device.
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Yes
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Yes
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I still am getting "assert failed............(Status 7)
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I still am getting "assert failed............(Status 7)
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have u flashed the Dori v8.34 (tar File for ODIN) thro ODIN, if not try the same and see
Sun90 said:
have u flashed the Dori v8.38 (tar File for ODIN) thro ODIN, if not try the same and see
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I tried to flash it through stock recovery and it said signature verification failed...when I tried it with temporary CWM version it displayed "assert....error!!!"
ssanjy said:
I tried to flash it through stock recovery and it said signature verification failed...when I tried it with temporary CWM version it displayed "assert....error!!!"
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u cannot flash dori kernel from Stock recovery ma8 , instead Dwnld the V8.34 (.tar extension file ) from dori site and flash the same using 'ODIN' on PC. then reboot ur phone into dori kernel recovery and from there u do all the necessary wipes and install 'PAC' rom as per its install instruction's
Hey guys,
My SGS2 just got soft-bricked, stuck on samsung logo. I didn't do nothing actually, just restarted my phone.
I have rooted phone with stock OS (latest one) on it a long time ago.
I can enter into recovery mode. Tried to wipe data with no luck.
BUT I want to make a backup. I read that if I install CWM recovery I will be able to mount USB storage to make backups. Is it possible to backup contacts using USB?
I also read that on SGS2 devices CWM will update OS's kernel so I will have to install new OS. Is it true?
Anyway, is it possible to make a full backup in this case?
GrigoryS said:
Hey guys,
I also read that on SGS2 devices CWM will update OS's kernel so I will have to install new OS. Is it true?
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"A recovery is a kernel and a kernel is a recovery"
If your current OS supports the new kernel then there won't be a need to install a new OS.
Kevin3014 said:
"A recovery is a kernel and a kernel is a recovery"
If your current OS supports the new kernel then there won't be a need to install a new OS.
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How to check if my OS supports new kernel?
What is more important is that if I install CWM breaking my current ROM and make a full backup will I be able to restore this backup on new ROM?
I ask this because I found the following warning:
"Warning: For GT-i9100 and SGH-i777, installing CWM or TWRP recovery also installs kernel. This is only recommended to install when installing a new custom ROM. Installing CWM/TWRP recovery will most likely break the ROM you are running currently as it overwrites the ROM’s kernel."
GrigoryS said:
How to check if my OS supports new kernel?
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Simple. Just read the information provided by the threads. If you are on official jelly bean, use Apolo Kernel 4.15b or Siyah Kernel (Although this is outdated now). For Lollipop, you can either use DorimanX kernel 11.0 or CM12.1 kernel with TWRP by Lysergic acid (If you want to use CM12.1). For kitkat, you can use DorimanX kernel 10.45 by Me or 10.44 by Cybernetus, Gustavo kernel (make sure you install KK version) or Apolo Kernel 7.3.
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GrigoryS said:
I ask this because I found the following warning:
"Warning: For GT-i9100 and SGH-i777, installing CWM or TWRP recovery also installs kernel. This is only recommended to install when installing a new custom ROM. Installing CWM/TWRP recovery will most likely break the ROM you are running currently as it overwrites the ROM’s kernel."
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It depends on what ROM you are using. If you install the correct kernel, the ROM will not break at all.
gsstudios said:
It depends on what ROM you are using. If you install the correct kernel, the ROM will not break at all.
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Hi! Is there any way to check the version of ROM I use on this phone? Maybe from recovery mode?
P.S.: I used latest OS which came through official update on SGS2 in Europe. It was something like 4.2.3 or 4.3.3.
If it was the last/latest/final official update, it would have been 4.1.2 Jellybean.....
http://i.imgur.com/rVnFwJM.jpg
Hm... That's strange... I was pretty sure I had 4.3.3 .
OK, let's imagine I install CWM with newer kernel breaking my ROM... what if I install older version after that? Will my ROM be back to work?
It *might* well be ok.....but having never intentionally installed the wrong kernel, I'm not going to stake my life on that as I have ZERO experience of that scenario....
http://i.imgur.com/rVnFwJM.jpg
keithross39 said:
It *might* well be ok.....but having never intentionally installed the wrong kernel, I'm not going to stake my life on that as I have ZERO experience of that scenario....
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OK I'll wait for someone who can confirm that. Thanks, anyway!
GrigoryS said:
OK I'll wait for someone who can confirm that. Thanks, anyway!
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GrigoryS said:
Hm... That's strange... I was pretty sure I had 4.3.3 .
OK, let's imagine I install CWM with newer kernel breaking my ROM... what if I install older version after that? Will my ROM be back to work?
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Stock 4.3.3 doesn't exist
Samsung only provided android version 4.1.2 as the last version.
If you install a older kernel after flashing the wrong kernel, your ROM should work again. Once again, the "older" kernel needs to be the correct version for the ROM.
If you do install the wrong kernel, your ROM will not boot and will either give you black screen or bootloop or phone constantly rebooting. So you need to quickly get to the recovery using the button combinations.