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I896UXJL1 odin

Is there a ODIN file for the Rogers captivate froyo 2.2? Is it possible to flash roms without the ODIN file?

Do I just flash the JF6 Stock [email protected] Kernel anyways? I'm kind of stuck right now, this is my first attempt to flash and I've already hit a roadblock can anyone help please.

Read this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905042

I downloaded that file, but couldn't figure out what to do afterwards. I watched the mobile tech videos and it seemed that he was able to just click on the file and open the odin, while when I try to open it says "can't find application to open" after I extract it. Also I don't understand why I have to flash back to stock when I'm already at stock.
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First download odin from this thread,
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=884364
Open it first and then point it to your rom image that you would like to use, you don't extract the file you have, it's ready to use as downloaded.
Please watch the videos again because you don't understand it yet and you're well on your way to a solid brick.
BTW using CWM with a .zip is easier then Odin IMHO, and can be done completely from your phone, no computer needed, it will also let you know if you have the three button recovery ( very important if something goes wrong ).
Read, read and read some more. Flashing a rom is not hard but it does have to be done correctly. If you want an almost guaranteed result you'll do the homework and learn something. I've only been here a while and rarely do I see a question that hasn't been answered 50 times already, your answers are here, go look for them and you'll pick up other things you will need to know when you decide to be a bit more adventurous with setting your phone up JUST like you want it.

Thanks for the information, it looks like I got lots of work to do.. The link you sent me has a broken Odin link on the other side, do you have a mirror or some sort so I can get the file? Also my final question is that since I have a Rogers Captivate I need to JL1 file not a J16 right? I've looked everywhere but couldn't find an answer to this... Thank you.

Vik_92_Sandhu said:
Thanks for the information, it looks like I got lots of work to do.. The link you sent me has a broken Odin link on the other side, do you have a mirror or some sort so I can get the file? Also my final question is that since I have a Rogers Captivate I need to JL1 file not a J16 right? I've looked everywhere but couldn't find an answer to this... Thank you.
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do you want to install a custom rom?? like phoenix or cog? if you are already rooted, just install clockwork mod and flash it to phone... then reboot into recovery and choose install zip from sd card... then select 'choose zip from sdcard'. then find the zip of the rom you want to install. I'm a rogers user and I've flashed all the latest roms (currently using andromeda 2.0). Never needed odin.

oh I see thanks, I've tried flashing Cognition via ROM manager with no success. I had Cognition on my SD card, installed and flashed the Clockwork mod and then selected "install ROM from SD card". From their it makes me select my ROM and then after I do it takes me to recovery mode. From here I select Reinstall packages and it says something like "Can't verify file" in red writing and aborts installation. I've always thought that maybe since I skip the whole "flashing ODIN" step that's why it's not working but obviously that's not the case. Do you know why it's not working for me? Thanks for the help.

are you running rogers 2.2 update? it has 3e recovery and will not allow zips to be flashed.
if that's the case, you will need odin3 from this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=821625
then put a new kernel in the PDA section. I used the tar file listed in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=870760
then with your phone powered off, sim card and memory cards out (put back cover on so the battery doesn't fall out) hold 2 volume buttons and plug in usb... should go to download mode. then hit start.
boot up will take a bit while voodoo formats ext4 on your files. after that, you can go into recovery mode and flash zips from sd card

Vik_92_Sandhu said:
oh I see thanks, I've tried flashing Cognition via ROM manager with no success. I had Cognition on my SD card, installed and flashed the Clockwork mod and then selected "install ROM from SD card". From their it makes me select my ROM and then after I do it takes me to recovery mode. From here I select Reinstall packages and it says something like "Can't verify file" in red writing and aborts installation. I've always thought that maybe since I skip the whole "flashing ODIN" step that's why it's not working but obviously that's not the case. Do you know why it's not working for me? Thanks for the help.
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Another thing for CWM, the zips must not be hiding in a folder somewhere put them in the root and do not rename them.

Thanks for all your help, you guys give this site the reputation it deserves.
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just flashed Cognition! thanks!

Vik_92_Sandhu said:
just flashed Cognition! thanks!
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No problem.
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and PS.
thank the dev's who make all this possible by donating to them if you can afford it!

I have a quick question with this current Kernel Can I flash any type of Rom.. even the ones based on the i9000 like Paragon?

ps: would I have to to flash the stock Kernel/modem if I flashed back to stock?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905042

when you flashed cog it would have put a new kernel on there. when you flash a different rom they come packaged with one the dev chooses. You can switch the kernel after with sgs kernel flasher or cwm
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Vik_92_Sandhu said:
ps: would I have to to flash the stock Kernel/modem if I flashed back to stock?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=905042
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I've never flashed back to stock installing any rom yet.
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thanks for the help rnewton, you have been a life saver
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btw rnewton, how is andromeda 2.0?, would you recommend it?, I really don't see many differences with cog, maybe because I already had froyo(it is much faster though, great work dg), also whats your opinion on phenoix rising?, I just recently downloaded it Do you have any suggestions if I wanted a really fast rom? How many roms have you went through? Sorry for all the questions, I just dont understand all the technical information that comes with all the rom information, maybe I should make a whole different thread for this. Thanks for all your help.
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[Q] Help upgrading to GB

For some reason, me and this phone are not getting along recently. I've been trying to upgrade the ROM to the latest GB, but no matter what I'm doing its not right. I read a few things on here and other forums, but I'm really f-ing something up.
Can someone please help me out with this, I wanted to go to the latest ROM to include 2.3.x
Here are my stats now: GummyCharge 2.0, VooDoo_0807 and Firmware version says 2.2.1. Kernel 2.6.32.9
Thanks in advance.

Use Odin and flash back to ee4 and you'll be able to update to ep4. Either that or there is an all in one package you can flash in the dev section.
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Lockett said:
Use Odin and flash back to ee4 and you'll be able to update to ep4. Either that or there is an all in one package you can flash in the dev section.
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What I tried to do last was the all in one update but I think im missing something between the one I have now and the one prior that is causing the issue.

Here is EP4D factory.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1380430
or you could always go to factory EE4 and take update.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1111486
and if you really need a step by step or have more questions and unsure just ask.

http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1380430
flash that in ODIN and let it fully boot, then reboot into recovery and flash your desired EP4P ROM.
simple as that :]

If you have Voodoo active (have EXT4 partitions), then flash something with ODIN from the links that Blue provided, and make sure to use the PIT file as well. Using the PIT file will make sure your partitions are back to the correct stock settings.

Please use the Q&A Forum for questions Thanks
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blueis300 said:
Here is EP4D factory.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1380430
or you could always go to factory EE4 and take update.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1111486
and if you really need a step by step or have more questions and unsure just ask.
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Actually, I could really use some help in an almost step-by-step way
I have the file from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1380430, I boot into recovery and install, right?
Then do I need to install PIT file?
I rooted my phone a few months ago and using GummyCharge 2.0, should I switch that to something like Humble or keep it as is?
Thanks for the help, REALLY appreciate it!!

bossku69 said:
Actually, I could really use some help in an almost step-by-step way
I have the file from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1380430, I boot into recovery and install, right?
Then do I need to install PIT file?
I rooted my phone a few months ago and using GummyCharge 2.0, should I switch that to something like Humble or keep it as is?
Thanks for the help, REALLY appreciate it!!
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You install that using odin. Its a windows program. Download Odin. Download the file from the link you have. Download the pit file. Download droid charge drivers for windows.
Click the install instruction in my signature for a more detailed set. Thank chadness for it. It is a dated but once you learn it you will know what to change to use the updated stuff. Reading this post should answer a bunch of questions you will have after reading my abbreviated instructions.
Install drivers
Run odin
Put phone in download mode.
Connect phone via the usb cable it came with to the computer. USE a back usb port that's directly connected to the mother board. Odin display will change, text reading "com:something: with yellow background.
click the PIT button and navigate to that PIT file you downloaded.
click the PDA button and navigate to the ODIN EP4D stock rom you downloaded.
click Start, wait for it to finish.
let it reboot. You are now full stock/factory set.

emtee_skull said:
You install that using odin. Its a windows program. Download the file from the link you have. Download the pit file. Download droid charge drivers for windows.
Click the install instruction in my signature for a more detailed set. Thank chadness for it. It is a dated but once you learn it you will know what to change to use the updated stuff. Reading this post should answer a bunch of questions you will have after reading my abbreviated instructions.
Install drivers
Run odin
Put phone in download mode.
Connect phone via the usb cable it came with to the computer. USE a back usb port that's directly connected to the mother board. Odin display will change, text reading "com:something: with yellow background.
click the PIT button and navigate to that PIT file you downloaded.
click the PDA button and navigate to the EP4D stock you downloaded.
click Start, wait for it to finish.
let it reboot. You are now full stock/factory set.
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what button am I supposed to push to load the rom in odin?

[Q] Unrooting Problem

I tried to unroot my sgh-i727 Samsung Galaxy S2 Skyrocket back to stock setting. I downloaded and unzipped ODIN as well as the stock tar file. Everything ran fine, or so it seemed. Now it seems that every app that has anything to do with google force closes and I get an error message. Then same goes for when I hit my phone button to try to make a call. I get the same error message. I'm a noob here so any help would be greatly appreciated.

Did u install the uclc5/note radio at any point? Download completely stock firmware from here and flash via odin
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=SGH-I727R&r=5
Kudos to xcrazy for finding a complete firmware image

icenight89 said:
Did u install the uclc5/note radio at any point? Download completely stock firmware from here and flash via odin
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=SGH-I727R&r=5
Kudos to xcrazy for finding a complete firmware image
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Ice (or anyone else), do you know what the differences to this stock firmware build? http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1349207&highlight=uckj2
The one in that thread is 282.6mb, but the one on the sammobile site is 314.9mb...

I haven't actually downloaded it.myself, just checked out the site to make sure they had it. I credit the size increase to the fact that its complete firmware, it includes the radio and everything else. I however trust xcrazy, he knows what he's doing

icenight89 said:
Did u install the uclc5/note radio at any point? Download completely stock firmware from here and flash via odin
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=SGH-I727R&r=5
Kudos to xcrazy for finding a complete firmware image
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The above link is for the Rogers (727R) version, correct link for AT&T version I727UCKJ2 is: http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=SGH-I727&r=5
The sam mobile tar's are the official firmware, go with that.

icenight89 said:
I haven't actually downloaded it.myself, just checked out the site to make sure they had it. I credit the size increase to the fact that its complete firmware, it includes the radio and everything else. I however trust xcrazy, he knows what he's doing
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The one in the XDA link I posted also flashes the radio (I've used it several times). Maybe just a little extra bloat from Sammy on the other one?
I'd say use the one from sammobile first, of course, I'm just curious if there's a real difference.

I'm trying the radio flash now I'll let you guys know how it goes. Thank You!

Heres another question while I'm waiting on this download. Is the skyrocket upgradeable to 4.0 ICS yet? If not what android version is the most up to date?

When I flash roms via ODIN will the process always be the same? By that I mean taking out the battery then replacing it. Hold down the volume buttons and then plugging the phone into the computer?

bmhampshire said:
When I flash roms via ODIN will the process always be the same? By that I mean taking out the battery then replacing it. Hold down the volume buttons and then plugging the phone into the computer?
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Yup. I don't bother with the battery though, or the usb plug in, I just restart the phone by holding the power button > 10 secs, and when it vibrates quickly hold the volume buttons, and it goes into download confirm mode. Then i plug in the usb and press up to confirm, and presto.

ok so i tried reflashing the radio and that didn't work. I'm probably messing something up. Heres what I'm doing for you guys to let me know what I'm doing wrong.
I opened ODIN and the only thing check marked is Auto Reboot.
After that I opened the the stock tar file (SGH-I727-UCKJ2-k0nane.tar) under PDA then I started the reboot. That got everything back to normal besides alot of apps force closing to include not being able to make calls. After that I flashed the HOME_SGH-I727user_CL626051_REV02.tar.md5 file under PDA for the radio. I'm a super noob so can someone break it down Barney style for me PLEASE? You guys are awesome by the way!!!

I still think the fc's are a radio issue. Flash this first, method 3:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1611796
Both of these include the radio, but vary in size. The first one is 250mb while the second is 315:
This one is a system dump from an xda member:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1349207&highlight=uckj2
This one is the complete firmware image from samsung, but you have to sign up to download:
http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=3&t=1&o=1&m=SGH-I727&r=5

When I open up ODIN do I flash everything through PDA one at a time? What are the other options for i.e. bootloader, phone, csc?

U need to flash cwm through odin:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1340526
Then you have to flash the first link i posted through cwm. As for the second and third, they are the same thing. You pick, based on the descriptions i used. The second one you flash through cwm, the third one is an ODIN flash.

doesn't it have to be a .tar file through ODIN?

It is a tar, flash the clockwork mod file u downloaded. It may be zipped, you might have to extract it

If it prompts you for a password when unzipping the downloaded file for the stock firmware, try sampro.pl
EDIT: It will likely have a file extension of .tar.md5. This is fine. Just put it in the pda slot. Do not put anything in any other slot. DO NOT CHECK REPARTITION. Only Auto-Reboot should be checked.
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bmhampshire said:
Heres another question while I'm waiting on this download. Is the skyrocket upgradeable to 4.0 ICS yet? If not what android version is the most up to date?
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Ahem....Have you checked the "development" section at all?

chappatti said:
Ahem....Have you checked the "development" section at all?
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Ha!!! I kind of just ignored that post--wasn't feeling like getting all trolly today. My mood may change however...

skrambled said:
The one in the XDA link I posted also flashes the radio (I've used it several times). Maybe just a little extra bloat from Sammy on the other one?
I'd say use the one from sammobile first, of course, I'm just curious if there's a real difference.
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It is the complete official tar. It has everything, untouched, just how it comes from the factory. It is official and does not trip the counter
If you are downloading the rogers version, this should be the password
samfirmware.com

[How] to unroot samsung galaxay tab 2 7.0 P3113 Enjoy :)

how to unroot samsung galaxay tab 2 7.0 P3113 straight up without any guessing
but guess what i am not the one to be mad at or responsible if anything happens to your device
backup your data of anything
lol had to put that
making this because i was up for like almost 3 hours trying to figure out how to get this done.
first you need 3 files
the latest Jelly Bean stock
http://www.hotfile.com/dl/188869946/30f5c4d/P3113UECLK7_P3113XACCLK7_XAC.zip.html
the odin with root
http://download.chainfire.eu/256/CF...fi-espressowifiue-gtp3113.zip?retrieve_file=1
and
Triangle Away this is where i got the app from
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494114
i put the files in order of size so you can download the files as you go
for extra guidance watch
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WzydHUG7XZE
its for s3 but the concept is the exact same
I started from a stock rooted rom i backed up thats what the Triangle Away fourm said to do
Ok while rooted go install Triangle Away once installed boot in to download mode. By turning off the device and holding (Power + Vol down button).
when in download mode press up to enter it this is so you can check your flash / binary count. Once you found out boot restart by (Power + Vol up button) when fully booted
go into Triangle Away before you click reset counter make sure its the same number you saw in the download mode once matched then click the button.
Next after the stock firmware is downloaded extract the file then go back into download mode and press Vol up button to enter it connect device to Odin dont touch or look at anything just click on the left where it says pda click on the md5 file that was extracted from download then click start. Dont touch or look at device until its done because you can possible brick it while in download mode
After flashing let it reboot then skip threw set up to see if superuser is still there. if so (like mine) install Triangle Away app again check the counter. (should be on zero) now go back to download mode and reflash the stock md5 again
and now should be fully stock with no root and no binary count. Take it back to store!! lol or just enjoy stock for new OTA.

#1 this is for the Canadian version of the tab 2. you need to state that.
#2 couldn't you have uploaded this to somewhere else other than hotfile?

First of all, thank you for posting this, wealthy23!
Second, I see fix-this! said this is Canadian version of stock ROM. Is this different from the US version? If so, what's the difference and where I can find the US stock ROM?

premudriy said:
First of all, thank you for posting this, wealthy23!
Second, I see fix-this! said this is Canadian version of stock ROM. Is this different from the US version? If so, what's the difference and where I can find the US stock ROM?
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Thanks but
I am not sure what he is talking about but it worked on my tab 2 which is US version and
also hot file is used because I didn't upload it I got link from official Samsung site used it so you won't have to sign up for a Samsung account just to get the link and wanted the file to be as pure from source as possible especially when using Odin to flash
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I didnt mean to be rude but the file you uploaded is for the canadian version. I double checked on google with the build number. Theres also a US version but with a slightly different extension. Im not at home or i would upload it.

fix-this! said:
I didnt mean to be rude but the file you uploaded is for the canadian version. I double checked on google with the build number. Theres also a US version but with a slightly different extension. Im not at home or i would upload it.
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O ok wasn't sure how you meant it but that version worked on my tablet and I am in the US but if your file is US you can post it thank you for helping out
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I think I found a way
The thread is a month old, so please forgive the necromancy. I haven't noted it elsewhere, so I post in hopes it will help somebody else out.
I found that this works if you flashed via CF-Auto-Root-espressowifi. In triangle away, I reset the counter. Rebooted and clicked "system modified workaround". Rebooted again. Immediately checked the status and after mauling that matter over a bit, it decided "Official" and let me update. (Or, rather, told me I was up to date) Note: probably a good idea to disable the system modified workaround before upgrading. As of yet, it still says "Offical" after disabling modified workaround & reboot, but from what I've read, it will eventually change it's mind. Hence, using this, I imagine you should be able to keep root and use Triangle Away to check for updates every so often. Not stock flashing required.
If you find these instuctions helpful, pay for the App - he deserves it.

Question if I boot into clockworkmod recovery and do a factory reset, wipe cache portions, & dalvik cache then boot into download mode and flash the stock rom will I still be rooted?

Homebound said:
Question if I boot into clockworkmod recovery and do a factory reset, wipe cache portions, & dalvik cache then boot into download mode and flash the stock rom will I still be rooted?
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Most likely you didn't change back the recovery plus root still might show up after you flash stock rom did you flash with Odin or cwm?
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wealthy23 said:
Most likely you didn't change back the recovery plus root still might show up after you flash stock rom did you flash with Odin or cwm?
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I flashed using Odin. I installed rom manager but it said it couldn't find root & when I boot into recovery I get the shock recovery.

Homebound said:
I flashed using Odin. I installed rom manager but it said it couldn't find root & when I boot into recovery I get the shock recovery.
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Ok great just check your flash counter in download mode
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[Q] Official CM Installation Method Confusion

Greetings,
My name is Tim and I'm looking for some assistance with getting CM 10.1.3 up and running on my GS3 (d2vzw / SCH-i535). I'm not a complete noob, as I managed to successfully flash CM to my Galaxy Tab 2 10.1, and my Droid X2 after countless hours of reading through XDA forum posts for each of the devices, however...I'm still pretty new to a lot of this stuff as I usually don't mess with it once I get CM up and running, and struggle with command prompts still, so I apologize for any/all idiocy posted herein.
I am using the instructions found on the CM site under the d2vzw device (I'd link you but it doesn't appear as though I'm allowed to), and after reading that I don't need to root my device to install CM, I'd prefer to stick with this method (I'm also uncomfortable using Odin or any other such software, as I've heard bad things and already managed to soft brick my GS3 once with it.)
I've got all the appropriate files listed at the above page, but I'm confused with several aspects of the "official" install instructions, and would like some clarification, if possible. Any assistance would be greatly appreciated.
1) USB drivers: I installed the Samsung drivers, but when I ran heimdall print-pit in CMD, it failed giving me an error 12 (can't remember what, specifically, but apparently it has to do with USB drivers). A bit of Google-ing, and I was able to determine that Samsung drivers = bad. Okay, I can deal with that and have uninstalled them. However, does that mean I need to NOT let Windows 7 Update auto install drivers? Further, do I need to use the zadig app to install drivers before I can use Heimdall appropriately? I ask because after I uninstalled the Samsung drivers and rebooted, I tried to flash but it failed.
2) Wording of CMD commands confuses me. Heimdall flash --ABOOT aboot.mbn - okay, I get that I'm typing "heimdall flash" as the preface, but the actual aboot.mbn file is within a .tar file...so do I just flash to the location of the actual tar file? Or do I extract it with 7zip (as I initially tried) and try to flash to the location of the actual aboot.mbn file? Further, --ABOOT doesn't show up on the list of viable options within CMD, which confuses me (is it part of the command, or is it a place holder for some command I'm not understanding).
3) Same question for the other CMD commands.
I've looked around on XDA, the Heimdall site, and elsewhere for more detailed "official" install guides, but they all seem to either involve Odin or rooting, and as I mentioned I want nothing to do with either of them, if possible.
Thank you kindly for your time.

Sure you can do all that, but there are some easy one click root apps for the gs3. Then install cwm recovery. Then flash CM and GAPPs.
Just search the forum and you should be able to find the thread.
Good luck!!
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stolo said:
Sure you can do all that, but there are some easy one click root apps for the gs3. Then install cwm recovery. Then flash CM and GAPPs.
Just search the forum and you should be able to find the thread.
Good luck!!
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The only "one-click app" I know of is Framaroot which does not work on the VZW varient of the GS3. So what app are u referring to?
Sent from my SCH-I535 using Tapatalk

I was not referring to an apk on the phone, meant pc app.
I have not personally used this, but looks like it will do the trick.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2332825

stolo said:
I was not referring to an apk on the phone, meant pc app.
I have not personally used this, but looks like it will do the trick.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2332825
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I thought I downloaded that before and it ended up being a jumble of files...but I just downloaded it now and it looks promising. Thanks for the suggestion, I'll give it a try tomorrow!

Swatpro004 said:
I thought I downloaded that before and it ended up being a jumble of files...but I just downloaded it now and it looks promising. Thanks for the suggestion, I'll give it a try tomorrow!
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If you want just go try out the cyanogenmod installer from the play store. It should root, unlock, and install for you. Just follow the instructions in the app.
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Well, I just tried using the "casual" root one-click thing.
I successfully rooted, but it took ~10 minutes on the flashing of aboot. It claimed to be done, but when I tried to flash CWM it rebooted into the "unauthorized software, contact verizon" screen.
Any ideas? This makes me sad. I don't know why this is so much more difficult than my other devices.
-e- I can still get into download mode, but when I try to go into recovery it just loops back to the main samsung screen with the custom icon and then hops into the verizon unauthorized stuff. Also, when I plug it in to charge it just vibrates once every ~5 seconds without doing much else.
Additionally, I still don't know which USB drivers I want for doing all of this. I'm relying on the ones Windows 7 auto-installs currently, if that helps with troubleshooting. Thank you in advance, again.

Swatpro004 said:
Well, I just tried using the "casual" root one-click thing.
I successfully rooted, but it took ~10 minutes on the flashing of aboot. It claimed to be done, but when I tried to flash CWM it rebooted into the "unauthorized software, contact verizon" screen.
Any ideas? This makes me sad. I don't know why this is so much more difficult than my other devices.
-e- I can still get into download mode, but when I try to go into recovery it just loops back to the main samsung screen with the custom icon and then hops into the verizon unauthorized stuff. Also, when I plug it in to charge it just vibrates once every ~5 seconds without doing much else.
Additionally, I still don't know which USB drivers I want for doing all of this. I'm relying on the ones Windows 7 auto-installs currently, if that helps with troubleshooting. Thank you in advance, again.
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you just didn't unlock your bootloader that's all. Flash stock (or stock recovery) using Odin. Then root using the same method above. When rooted unlock your bootloader using EZunlock1.2. Its an app that runs on your phone. Then flash recovery. Done.
Edit: at this point it may be easier to just flash a prerooted stock ROM using Odin.
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Sandman-007 said:
you just didn't unlock your bootloader that's all. Flash stock (or stock recovery) using Odin. Then root using the same method above. When rooted unlock your bootloader using EZunlock1.2. Its an app that runs on your phone. Then flash recovery. Done.
Edit: at this point it may be easier to just flash a prerooted stock ROM using Odin.
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Thank you, Sandman. I will try this right now.