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Hey guys, I posted this in the regular Q&A folder but got no replies.. hopefully someone here can help!
I've recently acquired a shiny new S II and am looking to root it.
Thing is, I'm slightly scared of bricking my phone because of the kernel not closely matching ones I can find.. so I just wanted to post my plan of attack here, to make sure it made sense to you knowledgeable gentlemen
1) Install Kies from Samsungs's website and install it on my PC - done!
2) Grabbthe OZS_KG2 zip from this post (my kernel ends BUKG2) - done!
3) Download Odin v1.83 - done!
4) Use the instructions in this post. (I've already downloaded s2root)
5) After rooting, update the kernel one more time (using odin) to a proper one from here - probably the XXKG3 one to be safe - to get rid of the yellow triangle thing.
Does this sound ok? I've not missed anything obvious out, have I?
I've backed up contacts/APN etc to be safe, but am I correct in assuming that rooting shouldn't wipe any data?
You can't brick your phone this way. Just go ahead and try what works best.
Ah ok, that's reassuring. Will have to just take the plunge and see what happens!
My first stop after rooting will be clockwork recovery, the cyanogen mod.. fingers crossed!
Well to answer my own thread (and to help others in future!) this is how I did it...
1. Download a close enough kernel from Chainfire's epic good thread.
2. Install Kies
3. Set phone to use USB debugging (Settings > Apps > Development)
4. Download and run Odin
5. Reboot phone into download mode (while holding vol down + home button, press power)
6. Check in Odin for yellow connection at top left
7. In Odin, click PDA, select the .tar file downloaded in step 1
8. Click Start
And done!
I'm not bothered about removing the warning triangle (not really that bothered) but my phone is now perm-rooted and has superuser/etc
I've just made a backup using CWMR (hold vol up + home when powering on to access the CWMR menu) and am ready to go experimenting!
Hello everybody,
I just successfully rooted my Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi (GT-P7510 model) using stock 4.0.4 ROM, and wanted to put up together all the steps, as they are disseminated through several posts and various broken links in the Galaxy Tab 10.1 Android Development forum.
As I'm not able to write there because of being a noob, I'll post it here, hoping any moderator sees this and moves it to its correct place.
I assume you have a Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi device (GT-P7510) with stock Android 4.0.4 ROM installed and working.
Step 1: Downloading relevant files:
From this post, get Odin3 v1.85 and CWM Touch Recovery.
Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip file from this post.
Latest version of SuperUser from here. This is needed because SuperUser included in the other zipfile doesn't work well with ICS, as stated in this post.
Step 2: Placing files correctly:
Decompress Odin3 to a folder on your computer.
Copy CWM file (named recovery.tar.md5) to the same folder of Odin3.
Plug the tablet to your computer and copy latest version of SuperUser and file "Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip" to device's root folder.
Step 3: Installing custom recovery:
Put your tablet into download mode:
Power off tablet.
Power on holding Power + Vol Down (left part of volume button) buttons.
When Samsung logo appears, release power button, but continue holding Vol Down button.
When two icons appear, push Vol Up button (right part of volume button).
Connect tablet to computer. Wait until drivers are fully configured.
Open Odin3 v1.85.exe (under WinVista/7 admin rights must be granted).
Under ID:COM label a yellow box with a COMX port number must appear. If you encounter problems see below.
Push PDA button and select previously downloaded recovery.tar.md5 file.
Push Start button. If everything went OK tablet should restart automatically. If you encounter problems see below.
Disconnect tablet from computer.
Step 4: Rooting process:
Put your tablet into recovery mode:
Power off tablet.
Power on holding Power + Vol Down (left part of volume button) buttons.
When Samsung logo appears, release power button, but continue holding Vol Down button.
When two icons appear, push Vol Down to select the leftmost option, and then Vol Up button (right part of volume button).
Right now you can switch options wih VolUP and VolDown buttons and select options with power button.
Navigate through "Install zip from sdcard" and "choose zip from sdcard".
Select "Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip" file and select "Yes - Install Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip" when prompted.
Once the installation ends, repeat procedure with the latest SuperUser build previously downloaded.
Once the installation ends, select "+++++Go Back+++++" and "reboot system now".
Step 5: Enjoy your rooted device! :victory:
This has been tested only with a Spanish Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi device (GT-P7510) with stock Android 4.0.4 ROM installed.
Problems encountered:
If you have trouble running Odin, follow these steps:
Disconnect tablet from computer.
Uninstall Samsung Kies.
Reboot computer.
Download root.zip file from this post.
Install "GT-p7510_USB_Driver_v1_3_2360_0-Escape.exe" drivers.
Retry again. Another reboot may be useful.
I want to thank you to all the staff of xda-developers and to all the users whose work I compiled here.
Get in there, root acess is mine! Worked a treat on my GT-P7510 wi-fi only with stock ICS 4.0.4, build number IMM76D.UELPL, just added my tablet details for anybody searching in the future.
Thanks very much, time to play
Ty
TyTyTy.. Just what the doctor ordered. Worked flawlessly. Ty for taking the time to write all that up also.
My root went awry !
Hi
I believe I followed all the directions but something went amiss.
My GT p7510 now will just reboot to find my network and connect, then show the clock and security screen , it will show the current time and accept my security shape --but then the screen stops accepting input. and everything stops.
Seems like running recovery is possible, would a factory reset be advisable?
Thanks
GT p7510 stock ics
Confirmed Root of GT-P7510 with 4.0.4 stock
I just wanted to post a reply to confirm that I was able to use these instructions to perform my first ever root of an android device (GT-P7510 with 4.0.4 android and build number IMM76D-UELPL). Thanks for a great, easy to follow post. :good:
I would also recommend that any users make sure to install the Samsung drivers (GT-p7510_USB_Driver_v1_3_2360_0-Escape) on their PC before starting the instructions as written, as I have read that these drivers are needed as a prerequisite to rooting in other forums.
woot
Great guide i tried others and all the Dl links were broken yours all worked
THANK YOU!
Worked on my GT P7510 United States. I am a noob, I followed your flawless directions and all is well. Thanks for the easy to read and use tutorial!:good:
I'm a noob from Canada, I signed up on this forum just to thank you for this easy to follow guide!
A friend just gave me his old GT-P7510 (aka p4wifi) and I used this guide to root it because it was very clear and detailed. Went perfectly smoothly.
However, the OP is old and points to an older version of CWM. If you intend to flash CM 10.1, you need a newer version of CWM. Take a look at this thread (if you have the wi-fi version):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2296961
From Post #5 I grabbed the flashable version of CWM Touch 6.0.3.1 (P4wifi) and flashed it, then flashed CM 10.1 (8/4 nightly) and everything went super smooth. You guys rock. :good:
Hi,
Some months later i try tu follow your tutorial. Very clear but... i've 2 problems.
With the CWM that you recommend, the recovery mode is unreadable (rolling) > first problem.
So i follow this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1555984 it resolves my display problem, i can access to recovery mode.
I continue with step 4 with Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip installation in recovery mode but now my device doesn't start, it loops...
Initialy it was in 4.0.4... i think i don't understand anything with the different versions of firmwares and others CWM...
Help will be really appreciate...
Many thanks
Thomas
tominou50 said:
Hi,
Some months later i try tu follow your tutorial. Very clear but... i've 2 problems.
With the CWM that you recommend, the recovery mode is unreadable (rolling) > first problem.
So i follow this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1555984 it resolves my display problem, i can access to recovery mode.
I continue with step 4 with Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip installation in recovery mode but now my device doesn't start, it loops...
Initialy it was in 4.0.4... i think i don't understand anything with the different versions of firmwares and others CWM...
Help will be really appreciate...
Many thanks
Thomas
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from stock 4.0.4
install recovery from droidbasement
send over custom rom and gapps
go into recovery and install rom then gapps
reboot and voila
(use odin and stock rom to get back to stock and no more bootloop)
as long as you can get back into recovery/download everything is fixable.
android is like a pc
recovery = bios
custom/stock rom = windows..linux...ect..
wrong root.zip file will give you bootloop your adding wrong files so device can't boot up
hope this helped
btw...you don't need to be rooted to install recovery or custom roms
I'm Rooted!!
Followed instructions to successfully root a Galaxy Tab 10.1 and then installed GSM (cell) call support from AndroidAdvices site.
All went well but I did have to follow the "Problems Encountered' sequence to get Odin3 to run on the Windows desktop.
Really appreciate your help.
Thanks guys.
Does it work for Google IO Tab with ICS 4.0.4 STOCK ROM?
Hi,
Is it work for Google IO tab GT-P7510, i have already upgraded ICS STOCK 4.0.4, Buld IMM76D.UELPL.
Thanks
gcp.test said:
Hi,
Is it work for Google IO tab GT-P7510, i have already upgraded ICS STOCK 4.0.4, Buld IMM76D.UELPL.
Thanks
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Yes
sent from my still superb Google I/O 7510
Hi! Thanks for your post for the steps of the rooting of Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 . I have just a few quick questions.
is it possible to use your rooting guide to flash the latest version of CWM recovery or should I use the specific one you recommended with the link in the guide? In order words, could I flash CWM 6.0.3.0 ( the latest for galaxy tab 10.1) instead of the one you suggested? Just let me know. If you believe the CWM version you suggested in your guide is safer then I will flash the one you suggested instead. Also is it possible to use adb fastboot to turn the tablet into the desired mode? I really have trouble pressing the buttons to get to the different modes. Thank you very much.
Re My Build #
Hi I just looked at my Build # and it's IMM76D.VLLH3 now my questions are
Will this work with my Samsung Galaxy Tab 10.1 GT-P7510.
Will is change the Build #.
Thank you in advance for reply.
BBB
jovimon said:
Hello everybody,
I just successfully rooted my Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi (GT-P7510 model) using stock 4.0.4 ROM, and wanted to put up together all the steps, as they are disseminated through several posts and various broken links in the Galaxy Tab 10.1 Android Development forum.
As I'm not able to write there because of being a noob, I'll post it here, hoping any moderator sees this and moves it to its correct place.
I assume you have a Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi device (GT-P7510) with stock Android 4.0.4 ROM installed and working.
Step 1: Downloading relevant files:
From this post, get Odin3 v1.85 and CWM Touch Recovery.
Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip file from this post.
Latest version of SuperUser from here. This is needed because SuperUser included in the other zipfile doesn't work well with ICS, as stated in this post.
Step 2: Placing files correctly:
Decompress Odin3 to a folder on your computer.
Copy CWM file (named recovery.tar.md5) to the same folder of Odin3.
Plug the tablet to your computer and copy latest version of SuperUser and file "Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip" to device's root folder.
Step 3: Installing custom recovery:
Put your tablet into download mode:
Power off tablet.
Power on holding Power + Vol Down (left part of volume button) buttons.
When Samsung logo appears, release power button, but continue holding Vol Down button.
When two icons appear, push Vol Up button (right part of volume button).
Connect tablet to computer. Wait until drivers are fully configured.
Open Odin3 v1.85.exe (under WinVista/7 admin rights must be granted).
Under ID:COM label a yellow box with a COMX port number must appear. If you encounter problems see below.
Push PDA button and select previously downloaded recovery.tar.md5 file.
Push Start button. If everything went OK tablet should restart automatically. If you encounter problems see below.
Disconnect tablet from computer.
Step 4: Rooting process:
Put your tablet into recovery mode:
Power off tablet.
Power on holding Power + Vol Down (left part of volume button) buttons.
When Samsung logo appears, release power button, but continue holding Vol Down button.
When two icons appear, push Vol Down to select the leftmost option, and then Vol Up button (right part of volume button).
Right now you can switch options wih VolUP and VolDown buttons and select options with power button.
Navigate through "Install zip from sdcard" and "choose zip from sdcard".
Select "Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip" file and select "Yes - Install Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_10.1_root.zip" when prompted.
Once the installation ends, repeat procedure with the latest SuperUser build previously downloaded.
Once the installation ends, select "+++++Go Back+++++" and "reboot system now".
Step 5: Enjoy your rooted device! :victory:
This has been tested only with a Spanish Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi device (GT-P7510) with stock Android 4.0.4 ROM installed.
Problems encountered:
If you have trouble running Odin, follow these steps:
Disconnect tablet from computer.
Uninstall Samsung Kies.
Reboot computer.
Download root.zip file from this post.
Install "GT-p7510_USB_Driver_v1_3_2360_0-Escape.exe" drivers.
Retry again. Another reboot may be useful.
I want to thank you to all the staff of xda-developers and to all the users whose work I compiled here.
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jovimon said:
Hello everybody,
I just successfully rooted my Galaxy Tab 10.1 Wifi (GT-P7510 model) using stock 4.0.4 ROM, and wanted to put up together all the steps, as they are disseminated through several posts and various broken links in the Galaxy Tab 10.1 Android Development forum.
...
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Thank you very much!!! Very useful tutorial!!!!
jovimon said:
[*] Latest version of SuperUser from here. This is needed because SuperUser included in the other zipfile doesn't work well with ICS, as stated in this post.
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These links to superuser (which is necessary, I tried the version from the play store and it didn't work) have changed, they are now found here:
http://hosted.androidsu.com/superuser/su-bin-3.1.1-arm-signed.zip
http://hosted.androidsu.com/superuser/Superuser-3.1.3-arm-signed.zip
After flashing these (along with the root zip) everything worked properly...
How to root my Tab from Linux?
There's no Odin on Linux so can someone post the steps that are needed using Heimdall-FrontEnd?
This is how I did it using Heimdall
gren0 said:
There's no Odin on Linux so can someone post the steps that are needed using Heimdall-FrontEnd?
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For RPM-based distros:
Code:
$ su -
# yum install heimdall heimdall-frontend
# wget [url]http://download2.clockworkmod.com/recoveries/recovery-clockwork-6.0.3.1-p4wifi.img[/url]
# wget [url]http://download.clockworkmod.com/superuser/superuser.zip[/url]
# adb push superuser.zip sdcard/
Put device into Download Mode
Attach USB cable
Code:
# heimdall flash --SOS recovery-clockwork-6.0.3.1-p4wifi.img # SOS = Galaxy Tab specific recovery partition name
Reboot into CWM Recovery Mode
Select to Install Zip file from external storage
Browse to /sdcard/superuser.zip
Install it
Go Back
Do Backup
Go Back
Reboot
Code:
$ adb shell
[email protected]:/ $ su
[email protected]:/ # id
uid=0(root) gid=0(root)
Done.
I have found various bits of information for the i717m (Bell) some of it right some of
it wrong and some somewhere in between. So I thought I would help out and place a little
info here that could help people with these common questions. Sorry I don't have
the sources available some of it came from here and some from other sites so thanks to
everyone who figured it out before me and posted somewhere else. Here we go:
How to boot into recovery:
press the volume up and the volume down at same time and then press the power button until the
phone buzzes and you see the Samsung logo. Then release power button and the phone will boot into
recovery mode.
How to Boot into Download mode:
Hold the volume button down while connecting the USB Cable that's plugged
into your computer into your phone. From what I've read elsewhere its not advisable
to use a hub and to plug directly into a USB port that's on the motherboard.
How to exit Download Mode:
I've read all sorts of places people trying to figure this one out. Trial and error
helped me out on this one out. Press and hold the power button for about 10 seconds.
then the Phone will buzz and the screen will blank and the phone will restart.
Make your own recovery zip
There is no flashable .zip file for the latest version of cwm touch recovery,
but you can make your own.
1: download the zip from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1584576
2: Then go to the ROM Manager website, scroll down to Samsung Galaxy Note,
and download the cwm 5.8.4.3 touch recovery .img.
3: Take the cwm 5.8.4.3 touch recovery .img and rename it to "recovery".
4: Drag it into the .zip from the first page of this thread and replace the original
recovery image in the .zip with the cwm 5.8.4.3 touch recovery that you renamed "recovery".
5: Then flash the .zip with the new renamed recovery .img in cwm or twrp and you're done.
This was actually a post in the thread for doing this so thanks to the person who discovered it
works like a charm actually did it myself last night
Hope this makes doing some of this stuff easier. I've done a little touching up as it was pointed out the
layout was a bit rough. if you see your work here PM me and I'll give credit where credit is due!!!
Nice. There is a mega thread in the dev section, though. Maybe with a bit of proofreading and formatting, this could be stickied.
I've called for a n00b thread since the very early of our device-one with definitions, basic instructions, and other general information-- without luck.
Sent from my Transformer using XDA Premium HD app
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1740367
Overwelming
I find the mega - thread a bit overwhelming I want to make a Noob thread for the basics if anyone wants more added to this I'll gladly do it as its all about sharing I've only had my note a couple of weeks but I learned how to root it, flash cyanogenmod 10 and put this list together any suggestions are appreciated
Hey guys,
I am rocking the DNA but while working on my car yesterday, I shattered the front of my phone to the point where there are so many cracks that I can't see anything. So I am looking around for other options and one that I am considering is the Galaxy S4 Developer Edition for Verizon Wireless. I want a phone (on VZW) that I can unlock, root and run CM10.1/10.2 or AOSPA on and the normal S4 isn't quite there yet. So I had a couple of questions to people who have the Dev Edition,
1) I found a thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2339849) that details how to root/unlock the developer edition, is that method still valid to follow?
2) What is the process to flash a non-TW ROM on the dev edition like CM10.1 or something? For anyone who's running CM/AOSPA on an S4 dev edition, how well does it work?
3) This would be my first Samsung smartphone and I see a lot of Samsung specific lingo that I don't quite understand, is there a central place that I can find that information other than El Goog?
Thanks,
Developers Edition I though came unlocked...its base Jelly Bean Android..no TouchWiz UI.
Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk
chrishoyt2012 said:
Developers Edition I though came unlocked...its base Jelly Bean Android..no TouchWiz UI.
Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk
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I am pretty sure that the dev editions come with touchwiz and just as much bloat. I think you might be thinking of the GPE maybe? I might be wrong, don't have near enough money to get it so I wouldn't know for a while.
OctaviusMaximus said:
I am pretty sure that the dev editions come with touchwiz and just as much bloat. I think you might be thinking of the GPE maybe? I might be wrong, don't have near enough money to get it so I wouldn't know for a while.
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http://m.cnet.com/news/samsung-galaxy-s4-developer-edition-debuts-for-verizon-users/57590929?ds=1
So from this site it has touchwiz but is unlocked..
Sent from my SCH-I545 using Tapatalk
dev edition comes with an unlocked bootloader, but is still tw. there is a root method, and it can be found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2381382
as for cm/aosp roms, i can't help you there since i stick with the tw-based roms like hyperdrive, which is my dd. here is the cm thread for the s4 though: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2305263
i am not a developer, and i know just enough about computers to be dangerous to myself. however, i have learned a lot just be reading different threads, and anything i didn't understand or couldn't figure out i just googled it.
good luck!
OctaviusMaximus said:
Hey guys,
I am rocking the DNA but while working on my car yesterday, I shattered the front of my phone to the point where there are so many cracks that I can't see anything. So I am looking around for other options and one that I am considering is the Galaxy S4 Developer Edition for Verizon Wireless. I want a phone (on VZW) that I can unlock, root and run CM10.1/10.2 or AOSPA on and the normal S4 isn't quite there yet. So I had a couple of questions to people who have the Dev Edition,
1) I found a thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2339849) that details how to root/unlock the developer edition, is that method still valid to follow?
2) What is the process to flash a non-TW ROM on the dev edition like CM10.1 or something? For anyone who's running CM/AOSPA on an S4 dev edition, how well does it work?
3) This would be my first Samsung smartphone and I see a lot of Samsung specific lingo that I don't quite understand, is there a central place that I can find that information other than El Goog?
Thanks,
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I am a Dev S4 owner and I can tell you that the root and ROM methods are extremely easy. The only thing is that we do not have any factory images to fall back to (as a safety net in case you screw something up) - but once you become versed and more advanced, check out this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2483619) which is a compilation of stock images for the various partitions of the Dev S4 on I545OYUAMDK (boot, recovery, system, etc - you will need Heimdall to flash these). So first thing of order once a custom recovery is installed is to do a full Nandroid Backup. That will serve as your safety net.
The phone comes bootloader unlocked. First thing would be download the latest samsung USB drivers (http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SCH-I545ZKAVZW - then scroll down and choose the downloads tab. download the EXE and install). In order to root the phone, the easiest way would be to reboot the phone into download mode (volume down+power, you will see a warning, press volume up to enter download mode). Once in download mode connect the phone to your PC. Download Odin 3.07 or Odin 3.09 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539) along with either Philz Touch Recovery IMG (http://d-h.st/users/philz_touch/?fld_id=18376#files - you want the latest jfltevzw.tar.md5 file, 5.18.2 (http://d-h.st/HZD)) for a clockworkmod based recovery or TeamWin's TWRP recovery (http://teamw.in/project/twrp2/181 - done through Goo Manager on the app store). Once Odin is loaded and your phone is recognized (you will see it listed on a comm port under the text that says "ID:COM", make sure ONLY "Auto Reboot and "F. Reset Time" are checked....everything else must be unchecked! Very important (double check and recheck, especially that Re-Partition is UNchecked)! Load your recovery tar.md5 file into the PDA slot on the right (actually middle of the window). Once loaded and your phone is recognized and you have made sure the two boxes are the only ones checked, hit the Start button.
If all goes well, your phone will reboot and you will see the word "pass" in green in the upper left above the ID:COM field. Test your custom recovery by booting into it. To enter recovery power of your phone. Then hold down "Volume Up" + The Home Button and the Power button all at once. Once you feel the phone vibrate, let go of the Power button but keep the Volume up and home button pressed, you will see small blue text in the upper left corner of the phone and you will soon be in recovery. Once in recovery make a nandroid backup, preferably your external sdcard. Once done, reboot the phone to TouchWiz.
In the meantime, download the latest SuperSu package (http://download.chainfire.eu/351/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.65.zip?retrieve_file=1) and put it on your External SD Card. Once done, power off your phone. Again, to enter recovery hold down "Volume Up + The Home Button and the Power button. Once you feel the phone vibrate, let go of the Power button but keep the Volume up and home button pressed, you will see small blue text in the upper left corner of the phone and you will soon be in recovery. Once in recovery choose "Install Zip" and select sdcard1 (or external card) and then selct the Supersu zip and proceed to flash. Reboot your phone and you should have full root and custom recovery.
OctaviusMaximus said:
Hey guys,
I am rocking the DNA but while working on my car yesterday, I shattered the front of my phone to the point where there are so many cracks that I can't see anything. So I am looking around for other options and one that I am considering is the Galaxy S4 Developer Edition for Verizon Wireless. I want a phone (on VZW) that I can unlock, root and run CM10.1/10.2 or AOSPA on and the normal S4 isn't quite there yet. So I had a couple of questions to people who have the Dev Edition,
1) I found a thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2339849) that details how to root/unlock the developer edition, is that method still valid to follow?
2) What is the process to flash a non-TW ROM on the dev edition like CM10.1 or something? For anyone who's running CM/AOSPA on an S4 dev edition, how well does it work?
3) This would be my first Samsung smartphone and I see a lot of Samsung specific lingo that I don't quite understand, is there a central place that I can find that information other than El Goog?
Thanks,
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I have the Verizon Developer Edition S4. It comes with an unlocked bootloader (no action on your part required). To root you just place the SuperSU (or other su) on your external sd card and flash. There is another way to root, but you loose your stock kernel in the process...not recommended. Custom recoveries vary, but PHilZ and TWRP 2.5.0.2 are the most commonly used. TWRP seems to be the most preferred and most successful when flashing AOSP ROMS...that's just my experience. The phone will come with MDK system etc. And yes, the stock ROM is TW and all the bloat you get with a retail version is there also.
Skeetch79 said:
I am a Dev S4 owner and I can tell you that the root and ROM methods are extremely easy. The only thing is that we do not have any factory images to fall back to (as a safety net in case you screw something up) - but once you become versed and more advanced, check out this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2483619) which is a compilation of stock images for the various partitions of the Dev S4 on I545OYUAMDK (boot, recovery, system, etc - you will need Heimdall to flash these). So first thing of order once a custom recovery is installed is to do a full Nandroid Backup. That will serve as your safety net.
The phone comes bootloader unlocked. First thing would be download the latest samsung USB drivers (http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SCH-I545ZKAVZW - then scroll down and choose the downloads tab. download the EXE and install). In order to root the phone, the easiest way would be to reboot the phone into download mode (volume down+power, you will see a warning, press volume up to enter download mode). Once in download mode connect the phone to your PC. Download Odin 3.07 or Odin 3.09 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539) along with either Philz Touch Recovery IMG (http://d-h.st/users/philz_touch/?fld_id=18376#files - you want the latest jfltevzw.tar.md5 file, 5.18.2 (http://d-h.st/HZD)) for a clockworkmod based recovery or TeamWin's TWRP recovery (http://teamw.in/project/twrp2/181 - done through Goo Manager on the app store). Once Odin is loaded and your phone is recognized (you will see it listed on a comm port under the text that says "ID:COM", make sure ONLY "Auto Reboot and "F. Reset Time" are checked....everything else must be unchecked! Very important (double check and recheck, especially that Re-Partition is UNchecked)! Load your recovery tar.md5 file into the PDA slot on the right (actually middle of the window). Once loaded and your phone is recognized and you have made sure the two boxes are the only ones checked, hit the Start button.
If all goes well, your phone will reboot and you will see the word "pass" in green in the upper left above the ID:COM field. Test your custom recovery by booting into it. To enter recovery power of your phone. Then hold down "Volume Up" + The Home Button and the Power button all at once. Once you feel the phone vibrate, let go of the Power button but keep the Volume up and home button pressed, you will see small blue text in the upper left corner of the phone and you will soon be in recovery. Once in recovery make a nandroid backup, preferably your external sdcard. Once done, reboot the phone to TouchWiz.
In the meantime, download the latest SuperSu package (http://download.chainfire.eu/351/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.65.zip?retrieve_file=1) and put it on your External SD Card. Once done, power off your phone. Again, to enter recovery hold down "Volume Up + The Home Button and the Power button. Once you feel the phone vibrate, let go of the Power button but keep the Volume up and home button pressed, you will see small blue text in the upper left corner of the phone and you will soon be in recovery. Once in recovery choose "Install Zip" and select sdcard1 (or external card) and then selct the Supersu zip and proceed to flash. Reboot your phone and you should have full root and custom recovery.
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Your post is impressively detailed and it actually answered all my questions. Thanks!
Skeetch79 said:
I am a Dev S4 owner and I can tell you that the root and ROM methods are extremely easy. The only thing is that we do not have any factory images to fall back to (as a safety net in case you screw something up) - but once you become versed and more advanced, check out this thread (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2483619) which is a compilation of stock images for the various partitions of the Dev S4 on I545OYUAMDK (boot, recovery, system, etc - you will need Heimdall to flash these). So first thing of order once a custom recovery is installed is to do a full Nandroid Backup. That will serve as your safety net.
The phone comes bootloader unlocked. First thing would be download the latest samsung USB drivers (http://www.samsung.com/us/support/owners/product/SCH-I545ZKAVZW - then scroll down and choose the downloads tab. download the EXE and install). In order to root the phone, the easiest way would be to reboot the phone into download mode (volume down+power, you will see a warning, press volume up to enter download mode). Once in download mode connect the phone to your PC. Download Odin 3.07 or Odin 3.09 (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539) along with either Philz Touch Recovery IMG (http://d-h.st/users/philz_touch/?fld_id=18376#files - you want the latest jfltevzw.tar.md5 file, 5.18.2 (http://d-h.st/HZD)) for a clockworkmod based recovery or TeamWin's TWRP recovery (http://teamw.in/project/twrp2/181 - done through Goo Manager on the app store). Once Odin is loaded and your phone is recognized (you will see it listed on a comm port under the text that says "ID:COM", make sure ONLY "Auto Reboot and "F. Reset Time" are checked....everything else must be unchecked! Very important (double check and recheck, especially that Re-Partition is UNchecked)! Load your recovery tar.md5 file into the PDA slot on the right (actually middle of the window). Once loaded and your phone is recognized and you have made sure the two boxes are the only ones checked, hit the Start button.
If all goes well, your phone will reboot and you will see the word "pass" in green in the upper left above the ID:COM field. Test your custom recovery by booting into it. To enter recovery power of your phone. Then hold down "Volume Up" + The Home Button and the Power button all at once. Once you feel the phone vibrate, let go of the Power button but keep the Volume up and home button pressed, you will see small blue text in the upper left corner of the phone and you will soon be in recovery. Once in recovery make a nandroid backup, preferably your external sdcard. Once done, reboot the phone to TouchWiz.
In the meantime, download the latest SuperSu package (http://download.chainfire.eu/351/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.65.zip?retrieve_file=1) and put it on your External SD Card. Once done, power off your phone. Again, to enter recovery hold down "Volume Up + The Home Button and the Power button. Once you feel the phone vibrate, let go of the Power button but keep the Volume up and home button pressed, you will see small blue text in the upper left corner of the phone and you will soon be in recovery. Once in recovery choose "Install Zip" and select sdcard1 (or external card) and then selct the Supersu zip and proceed to flash. Reboot your phone and you should have full root and custom recovery.
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Very nice of you to post such a detailed answer for him.
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joshm.1219 said:
Very nice of you to post such a detailed answer for him.
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I enjoy helping.v That is what this community should be about. .. sharing experiences and information. Sometimes though you will find some people are reluctant but I believe that you can help others from your own experiences
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Great response Skeetch79!!
FYI: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2637686
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So I have some great news for all you US Cellular owners out there. I have found a way to root the Mega. To my knowledge this is THE FIRST ROOT FOR THE US CELLULAR MEGA. This will only work for the 4.4.2 version so make sure you have updated or flashed it in odin.
I hope this tutorial isn't too confusing. Sorry I'm not a good teach but I want to get this out to the people who are having trouble getting rooted.
Things you will need:
1. SCH-R960 Device (US Cellular Galaxy Mega)
2. A good micro usb cable. Preferable the cable that came in the box.
3. A PC
4. Odin 3.09 http://odindownload.com/
5. CWM Recovery http://fs1.d-h.st/download/00066/7VS/i9200-cwm-recovery(201362118259).tar
6.And the actual root file http://download.chainfire.eu/446/SuperSU/UPDATE-SuperSU-v1.99r3.zip?retrieve_file=1
Note:The CWM and root files say they are for the i9200 version. They work fine for the SCH-R960
Ok first you need open Odin and plug your device into your PC. If the connection is successful then the box at the top left corner will turn light blue.
Put your device into download mode put hold volume down+home+power until a screen appears, then press volume up.
Click on the AP button and browse to the folder you placed CWM in and choose the file.
Make sure you dont change any settings in odin or check or uncheck any boxes, Click Start
Odin will do its thing and the phone will reboot.
After it passes the Samsung Galaxy Mega screen it is safe to unplug the device from the PC
Let the phone boot.
After it boots you need to close odin plug your usb cable back into the phone.
Find the SuperSUUPDATE.zip file and place it onto the root of either the internal storage or external SD card. (I used the internal storage)
Now you can unplug the usb cable from the phone and power it off.
Boot into Recovery by using the volume up+home+power keys until you see the first screen pop and the release.
You should now be in recovery mode.
Using the volume rockers and power button, choose intsall zip update package
Choose zip from sdcard
Then navigate to where the .zip file is located
When you find it, click on it and choose yes
Then choose Go Back
Reboot System Now
Then you should see a screen that says at the top "ROM may flash stock recovery on boot. THIS CANNOT BE UNDONE.
(These next 2 steps are very important)
Choose "Yes - Disable revocery flash"
Then choose 'Yes - Fix Root"
The device will restart
After reboot, you will see an icon in your app tray called SUPER SU
Don't open it yet.
Open the Play Store and search Super SU
You should see that it is installed but needs an update.
Go ahead and click update.
When you open the app most likely you will get a message that says Binary needs updated. Choose yes.
For the next pop-up choose normal (This step can take a few mins)
After it is completed it will say "Samsung Knox has been detected" choose OK to disable
This step also can take some time if you are on the screen for more than 1-2 minutes close the app and uninstall from the play store and repeat these steps.
Now you should be rooted. You can check this by install an app called Root Checker Basic
I hope this helps everyone in getting rooted.
Anyway to..
Is there anyway I could use TWRP instead of CWM for the custom recovery in this process?? Thanks!
MeatHammer311 said:
Is there anyway I could use TWRP instead of CWM for the custom recovery in this process?? Thanks!
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I havnt tested TWRP but I don't see why it wouldn't work.
Thanks vBIGLEWISv, worked like a charm.... I was actually scared to death fearing dreaded bricking my device... but it worked.. I can breath much better now.. Thanks buddy...
vBIGLEWISv said:
Ok first you need open Odin and plug your device into your PC. If the connection is successful then the box at the top left corner will turn light blue.
Put your device into download mode put hold volume down+home+power until a screen appears, then press volume up.
Click on the AP button and browse to the folder you placed CWM in and choose the file.
Make sure you dont change any settings in odin or check or uncheck any boxes, Click Start
Odin will do its thing and the phone will reboot.
After it passes the Samsung Galaxy Mega screen it is safe to unplug the device from the PC
Let the phone boot.
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I've only done these steps and CWM isn't my recovery even though it says it passed,I'm still on stock recovery.
Do I continue with flashing SU?
I have the SCH-R960.
Any speedy replies most appreciated.
Anyone here tried to use this method to root the model SGH-I527M for Canadian version 4.4.2 yet ? Thanks
Someone reply fast if possible ... I have a person trying to sell me a us cellular mega ... Any Roms work with it ? Can straight talk work with it ? Asap answer will be appreciated.. Lady has 2 wanting to sell for 100 a piece .. I haven't had this device In a while so I see a good investment with this
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lehuutai130 said:
Anyone here tried to use this method to root the model SGH-I527M for Canadian version 4.4.2 yet ? Thanks
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i tried everything is fine but the SU cannot be updated since my phone wifi is not functional ...
Can't get it to work
I have tried this but to no avail, the update fails to verify every time even following the directions given to the T.
straight talk will not work with u s cellular phone. And there are no roms for the mega that I am aware of.
This method work with other galaxy mega 4.4.2 different carrier ?
Question this work for mega i527 4.4.2
I was told that for Galaxy Mega Sprint L600, root and SIM unlock is only possible if Android version is 4.2.2. Now my question is, does this method work for L600 that's on Android 4.4.2 too?