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[Q] downloading mode?

okay so i've seen where you use the volume up + down + power to go into downloading mode but how do i get to the little digger guy with the shovel? because using odin i dont know if i need to be on the screen with the shovel guy or on the screen where i have the option to reinstall packages, reboot the phone can someone help me?

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=731989
reading the stickies is a good place to start

but i've followed that thread step by step and i cannot for the life of me get odin to work

every time i do the volume up+down+power it goes into system recovery mode

If your phone functions you can use adb to get in there too. From your SDK tools folder just type "adb reboot download" and it'll send you directly to download mode

its not the recovery mode i have the problem getting to but when i do get there odin wont recigonize my phone and i need to reset to the stock rom which is why i have a feeling i need to get to the android guy with the shovel

jedens said:
its not the recovery mode i have the problem getting to but when i do get there odin wont recigonize my phone and i need to reset to the stock rom which is why i have a feeling i need to get to the android guy with the shovel
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Follow these steps exactly:
Close odin (if it's open)
Unplug phone from USB
Remove SIM/SD card
Remove Battery
Open Odin
Put battery back in
Plug in USB
Hold both volume keys THEN hold power
Continue holding all 3 keys, the screen will come on, DO NOT LET GO
The screen will go black, then turn on again- as soon as it turns off for the second time let go of the power button but continue holding the volume keys.
In a couple seconds you should get the download screen

jedens said:
its not the recovery mode i have the problem getting to but when i do get there odin wont recigonize my phone and i need to reset to the stock rom which is why i have a feeling i need to get to the android guy with the shovel
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I understand the frustration, there are a lot of stickies currently and numerous pages to browse to find information on entering download mode.
Try this:
1.) Remove the Battery, SIM card and micro SD Card.
2.) Reinstall the Battery. (DO NOT TURN ON THE DEVICE)
3.) Hold ONLY the volume buttons down and then insert the USB cable.
This should bring you into download mode (The android guy/shovel and will say "downloading....")
You do not need to press the power button at all for this method. Also, be sure to have installed the drivers for the device.

Colton5419 said:
I understand the frustration, there are a lot of stickies currently and numerous pages to browse to find information on entering download mode.
Try this:
1.) Remove the Battery, SIM card and micro SD Card.
2.) Reinstall the Battery. (DO NOT TURN ON THE DEVICE)
3.) Hold ONLY the volume buttons down and then insert the USB cable.
This should bring you into download mode (The android guy/shovel and will say "downloading....")
You do not need to press the power button at all for this method. Also, be sure to have installed the drivers for the device.
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Yes, this is what I did and it works like a charm.
ONLY hold in the Vol-Up/Vol-Down buttons while plugging in the USB cable.
DO NOT press the power button.

thank you so much colton!!!! that worked so easily

haha, I see, you were using the directoins for getting out of the cell-!-cpu screen...

This is posted in the wrong section
Next time if you have a question that's unrelated and not a.topic of android development, can you please post in the general section? This is not the only forum people read and people will respond.
Thanks
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Epic Recovery Mode & Download Mode

Just FYI in case anyone wants to know:
For download mode, with the phone turned off, phold the number 1 key on the QWERTY keyboard and the power button simultaneously
For recovery mode, with the phone turned off, hold Volume Down, CAmera, and Power simultaneously.
You navigate with volume UP/DOWN, select with HOME, Menu toggles to "Manual Mode", whatever that it.
Enjoy

chris5h said:
Just FYI in case anyone wants to know:
For download mode, with the phone turned off, phold the number 1 key on the QWERTY keyboard and the power button simultaneously
For recovery mode, with the phone turned off, hold Volume Down, CAmera, and Power simultaneously.
You navigate with volume UP/DOWN, select with HOME, Menu toggles to "Manual Mode", whatever that it.
Enjoy
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What is download mode?

Download mode is the mode you put the phone into to be able to flsh new software to it from a pc. Anyone going to this phone from the Moment will know exactly what it is.

is it a ms-mount?

ImSoHungry said:
is it a ms-mount?
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I am sorry, I do not know what that is.

chris5h said:
I am sorry, I do not know what that is.
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Mass Storage mount... Basically, does download mode turn it into a mass storage USB device?

Oh I gotcha. No it does not.

had epic 2.1.1 rooted with one-click method from sdx, seemed fine after superuser and busybox install or several hours.
HOWEVER, after installing Lauchad (maybe coincidence), my phone went into a cont. reboot every 30sec about. I managed to uninstall some recent apps with no avail.
I am doing a recovery/wipe-factory now....seems hung at little image of package opening with droid logo....
Should I force power-cycle?
Thanks!

I entered Download Mode and its stocked at Downloading. Do not turn off target. Is this the main screen?
Edit: Yes. Thats the Main Screen.
Hmm.. So we only need someone to create the Update.zip?

Quick question. I entered download mode.. I got the downloading! do not turn off target!!! How do I get out of this screen??

lilmexx said:
Quick question. I entered download mode.. I got the downloading! do not turn off target!!! How do I get out of this screen??
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Either use Odin to flash a new rom, or pull your battery out of the phone. As long as it's not mid-flash, you can turn it off without consequence. Obviously if you were flashing a rom, you wouldn't want to be pulling the battery out in the middle of it, of course...
FYI this mode isn't something anyone should need to access regularly. Please see this post for more information on the use of Download mode and how to return your phone to stock.

Fixter said:
I entered Download Mode and its stocked at Downloading. Do not turn off target. Is this the main screen?
Edit: Yes. Thats the Main Screen.
Hmm.. So we only need someone to create the Update.zip?
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Update.zip? You mean for Recovery mode? No, that's not necessary for custom roms or anything... You would want to use Clockwork recovery, not the stock recovery, and the .zip can be named anything. Update.zip is generally how the stock recovery flashes an OTA update after it's downloaded. If I recall, it has to pass a checksum before it'd flash - you couldn't just zip some files together and call it "update.zip" and expect it to work. With Clockwork Recovery you would.

Thank you very much... Yeah it was not mid flash, which would be way worse. I am just getting accustomed to all the different menus and various screens. I got into the mode, just to give it a try and was worried about just pulling the battery. Didnt think it would really matter since i wasnt flashing or anything. But figured I would ask first to save some headaches. Trying to read up and learn all I can about this thing. Clockworked and rooted, getting ready for the first rom go!

My last hope to unbrick?

The phone is bricked. I flashed to the i9000 firmware and was about to root the phone and didn't bother to flash the new kernel yet. I get into recovery to go to reinstall packages to install the root, and to my surprise the power button didn't work to select since I had the wrong kernel. SO I do adb reboot download and then I try to flash the new kernel. Odin just freezes there and doesn't do anything, I unplug the data cable and then it says FAIL! on Odin. I take out the battery and put it back in to see if the phone will still boot, and now I'm stuck on the phone/computer. People have tried helping and they told me about every single key combo to put it in download and none of them work. When I told Vol+ and power the screen flashes black and then I wait for it to do it the second time and i let go of the power and it stays there at phone/computer. I've done everything I can possibly see to do it and this is my last hope to get it to work again, or else I have to take it to AT&T and lose all my stuff on the internal SDcard.
EDIT: AT&T refuses to replace the phone.

From designgears' one click Odin thread. Not sure if you tried this, but it might work.
Good luck.
EDIT: realized it might be helpful if I included the link to the actual thread. Sorry about that.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=731989
designgears said:
WARNING: "MASTER CLEAR" WILL WIPE YOUR BUILT-IN STORAGE!
I am not responsible for any damage caused to your device.
What is this?:
If you see the "phone+!+computer" screen, you need this! If you deleted something you shouldn't have and can't get it back on your phone, this is probably your best bet. This is the Odin3 One-Click Downloader for restoring your phone from a completely software bricked state, or for whatever purpose you see fit to use it for. You don't have to change any settings, it is all pre-packaged and ready to go.
If this has helped you out, please consider buying me a beer!
How to use:
Download and install the correct drivers below (mac and linux don't need drivers)
Plug in your usb cable to your phone and computer
Open Odin
Enter Download Mode (see below)
Click Start
Be Patient, the first boot will take a while
How to use Master Clear:
Boot your phone up normally with usb debugging on
Click Master Clear
How to enter download mode:
Method 1ADB - from recovery or normally booted with usb debugging on)
Open a cmd prompt/console/shell
adb shell
adb reboot download
Method 2KEY COMBO)
Remove the battery, sim card, sdcard if you have one
Insert the battery
Hold Volume Up + Volume Down + Power
Method 3KEY COMBO)
Remove the battery, sim card, sdcard if you have one
Insert the battery
Hold both Volume buttons (from i9000 just down, don't touch the power button)
Plug in the USB cable and continue holding both Volume buttons
Drivers:
Windows 64bit
Windows 32bit
I897UCJF6 - Odin3 One-Click Downloader:
http://www.thevod.org/misc/captivate/I897UCJF6-final-OCD-REV0.rar
The internal beta's are NOT one-click, please read the linked threads
UPDATE: I897UCJH2 (Internal BETA)
You can get it here
UPDATE: I897UCJH3 (Internal BETA)
You can get it here
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deuX` said:
From designgears' one click Odin thread. Not sure if you tried this, but it might work.
Good luck.
EDIT: realized it might be helpful if I included the link to the actual thread. Sorry about that.
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Yeah I've tried this already. Nothing will work.

Is there anyone that can help X_x

what did you tell att and what did they say?

di11igaf said:
what did you tell att and what did they say?
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"We can't replace the phone since you are not the original buyer of the phone. Talk to the person you traded with to get the receipt"
Apparently my phone was stolen because when I mention the receipt, he doesn't reply.

[GUIDE] Noobs guide to Odin to flash your SGS4G (Windows)

UPDATED 04/08/11 - Thanks for the comments to make this process less confusing
I have seen a lot of questions about how to use Odin to flash your SGS4G. I am a noob as well and had to search throughout the forums to get the answers so here it is, plain and simple:
1. Download the Stock + Root rom (.tar file) posted by Krylon360 (kudos) HERE, or a rom from anyone else that has one being built for the SGS4G (use caution, do not attempt to flash a rom for a different device!)
2. Install the SGS usb driver 32-bit or 64-bit
3. Download Odin 1.7 HERE and RUN IT FIRST (before you plug in your phone in step 5 - this allows Odin to find your phone)
4. Remove your memory and sim card (I did this because Odin failed to flash my phone when they were present)
5. Put your SGS4G into Download mode (Hold volume up + volume down then plug in your usb cable running from the compy) You should see a big triangle symbol
6. Wait for your computer to install all drivers (takes a minute)
7. In Odin click the PDA button and select the rom (.tar file)
8. Make certain that Re-Partition is not checked
9. Click the start button and let it do its magic (takes a couple minutes)
10. After it completes your phone will reboot into recovery mode
11. Select reboot system now with the power button (takes a couple minutes to establish the new system)
Like everyone has said before, we are not responsible if you brick your phone. This process worked flawlessly for me.
My thanks go out to the people that are working on the roms and recovery systems that make this all possible. You should thank them by donating or by clicking the thanks button.

pixelbrain said:
3. Make sure your phone is rooted (via SuperOneClickRoot)
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I was not able to root my phone using SuperOneClick Root and I used this process TO root my phone with krylon's stock + root ROM so I am no sure this step is necessary. Just my two cents. . .

Good point. Didnt think about that.
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Is it possible to flash original Vibrant ROMS to the SG4G?

dsvnty7 said:
Is it possible to flash original Vibrant ROMS to the SG4G?
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No it is not. This will brick your phone. Do not try this.

pixelbrain said:
3. Make sure your phone is rooted (via SuperOneClickRoot)
5. Remove your memory and sim card
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I've never heard of you having to root your phone for using Odin to flash your phone. As long as you can get into download mode. You should be able to flash your phone using Odin.
Also I've never had to remove my memory or sim card either. This is true with my SGS4G and when I had my Vibrant.
Please provide download links to Odin and stock TAR for the Super Noobs. Not all noobs know how to use the Search..hehe.

i never removed my memory card or sim and it still works fine

Step 1 -- Get a Windows box
Also, ODIN is available off links at http://www.samfirmware.com/

Do you guys know how long it usually takes for Odin to do its thing? I've been waiting for 20 minutes and it's stuck at
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
Thanks.

FBis251 said:
Do you guys know how long it usually takes for Odin to do its thing? I've been waiting for 20 minutes and it's stuck at
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
Thanks.
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Are you in Download mode? (see step 5 above)

pixelbrain said:
Are you in Download mode? (see step 5 above)
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I've got a screen that's got the Android in the background next to a triangle with an exclamation mark on it. Up top it says:
Android system recover (3e)
Samsung Recovery Utils
- for BML -
Gives me options to reboot system, reinstall packages, delete all user data, delete cache data.

FBis251 said:
I've got a screen that's got the Android in the background next to a triangle with an exclamation mark on it. Up top it says:
Android system recover (3e)
Samsung Recovery Utils
- for BML -
Gives me options to reboot system, reinstall packages, delete all user data, delete cache data.
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You are in Recovery mode. To flash the rom with Odin you need to be in Download mode.

pixelbrain said:
You are in Recovery mode. To flash the rom with Odin you need to be in Download mode.
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Got it! I wasn't pressing both volume buttons, and I was starting it without the usb cable plugged into the computer. Thanks for the help.

FBis251 said:
Got it! I wasn't pressing both volume buttons, and I was starting it without the usb cable plugged into the computer. Thanks for the help.
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No problem glad its working have fun
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So i don't need to root so just use the guide
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mikepw28 said:
So i don't need to root so just use the guide
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That's correct. No need to root.

pixelbrain said:
5. Put your SGS4G into Download mode (Hold volume up + volume down then plug in your usb cable running from the compy) You should see a big triangle symbol
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The easiest way for me was to start with the battery out, then plug in the usb and hold down both volume buttons and then put the battery back in. Not sure if this is necessary but the way your describing sounds like it puts you in recovery mode. Does the usb cable being in automatically put you in download mode? (at work or I would test this)

t-mo123 said:
The easiest way for me was to start with the battery out, then plug in the usb and hold down both volume buttons and then put the battery back in. Not sure if this is necessary but the way your describing sounds like it puts you in recovery mode. Does the usb cable being in automatically put you in download mode? (at work or I would test this)
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Whatever way gets you in there
If the usb cable is plugged in first, it sets the phone into a battery charge mode (not sure if that's what it is called exactly) and does not allow you to go into download mode if you try pressing vol up and down.

t-mo123 said:
The easiest way for me was to start with the battery out, then plug in the usb and hold down both volume buttons and then put the battery back in. Not sure if this is necessary but the way your describing sounds like it puts you in recovery mode. Does the usb cable being in automatically put you in download mode? (at work or I would test this)
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Thats the quickest way to get into download mode.
I either do it that way and pull the battery out first or when the phone is off I'll hold the volume up and down and then plug in the usb cable. Either way works best with me.

I know the OP does not list this but I use this quick and easy way with my phone plugged in and turned on.
open command prompt (windows key + r, then type cmd)
cd C:\Android-sdk-windows\tools (C drive is where my sdk folder is)
adb reboot download
The phone will reboot and go right into download mode. never have to pull battery or push multiple buttons. Hope I dont confuse anyone

[Q] Download Mode Help Soft-Brick

OK, so i went and flashed an old backup. Now i can't enter recovery or download mode at all. Can someone help me out? My phone doesn't go passed the SGS4G boot screen. It just stays there. Left it on for three hours and nothing. The only PC i have access to does not have internet. I am typing this on my backup Nokia X2.

Your going to need to download Odin 1.85 and then download any 2.3 and above up to 2.3.6 firmware. I highly recommend also downloading Dr honks kj 1 kernel for it comes with voodoo lag fix and clock work mod recovery.but u must read alot to find what you need because u could possibly ruin your phone permanently!!! Good luck and like I said you must read... it will be your best bet towards reviving your phone and keeping it operational.

I know that and all but no matter what i do. I cannot enter download mode at all. I can't even enter recovery. The only buttons i can press are the only 3 hardware keys. My soft-keys don't work.

When u can use your computer again.set up Odin then plug your USB cable in then before you connect your phone make sure you take the battery out leave the backing off your phone.then plug your USB to your phone be sure to hold vol. Up and down simultaneously then keep volume up down held down and put your battery in, that should put your phone in download option it should also warn you that placing a custom rom or firmware could pose a problem to your phone then I believe the option to put your phone in download mode is volume up once u push up with the volume key you should immediately be put in Andy's download mode.that's really the other alternative that has worked for me always. I certainly hope u get your phone running again bro otherwise you may have to send your phone to warranty replacement that's if its still valid 4 u or if u pay for insurance on your phone, I saw your posts and know your familiar with several how to's and such so like u said good luck to you homez.
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Please use the Q&A Forum for questions Thanks
Moving to Q&A

pwner5889 said:
I know that and all but no matter what i do. I cannot enter download mode at all. I can't even enter recovery. The only buttons i can press are the only 3 hardware keys. My soft-keys don't work.
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Ever have any luck?

this should have the info you need http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1001759

pwner5889 said:
I know that and all but no matter what i do. I cannot enter download mode at all. I can't even enter recovery. The only buttons i can press are the only 3 hardware keys. My soft-keys don't work.
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Download mode is holding the 2 volume key and plug in the USB port is that what u tried?

iCrazyNoob said:
Download mode is holding the 2 volume key and plug in the USB port is that what u tried?
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Yes. I tried that. Nothing happened at all. Made sure the battery was pulled before i plugged the usb cable in. I held down the volume keys while putting the battery back in. Nothing happened. Drivers were installed and everything.

pwner5889 said:
Yes. I tried that. Nothing happened at all. Made sure the battery was pulled before i plugged the usb cable in. I held down the volume keys while putting the battery back in. Nothing happened. Drivers were installed and everything.
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Your other option is to download the Android Software Development Kit (SDK) & install it. It contains 'adb' which will allow you to reboot the phone into download or recovery mode.
Go to http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html, download and install the SDK. You only need to install the Tools part, not all of the other parts.
Once done, open a command prompt, cd to the platform-tools directory where the SDK installed, and issue the command:
adb reboot download
That should get you there.

stephen_w said:
Your other option is to download the Android Software Development Kit (SDK) & install it. It contains 'adb' which will allow you to reboot the phone into download or recovery mode.
Go to http://developer.android.com/sdk/index.html, download and install the SDK. You only need to install the Tools part, not all of the other parts.
Once done, open a command prompt, cd to the platform-tools directory where the SDK installed, and issue the command:
adb reboot download
That should get you there.
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OK, ill try it when i can get access to a PC with internet access.