Hi noob here with a general question about the official 2.3.6 att upgrade, hope i posted in the right place. question is basically if and when the phone can gain root access. any answeres would be grately appreciated. thanx
it can gain root access now there just isn't a thread on it yet. I'd tell ya how but then nobody would see it. I am woking on packaging all the parts together and starting a thread. in the future it will get easier however if new kernel sorces are released. the only way to get root right now is through a kernel and the existing kernels have a few issues on the new firmware so you have to flash back to the stock one after.
adding a script to in initramfs on the new kernel is possible but the problem is that repcking initramfs in a kernel to flash to the phone is such a waste if the parts to build a better kernel are just around the corner.
Dani897 said:
it can gain root access now there just isn't a thread on it yet. I'd tell ya how but then nobody would see it. I am woking on packaging all the parts together and starting a thread. in the future it will get easier however if new kernel sorces are released. the only way to get root right now is through a kernel and the existing kernels have a few issues on the new firmware so you have to flash back to the stock one after.
adding a script to in initramfs on the new kernel is possible but the problem is that repcking initramfs in a kernel to flash to the phone is such a waste if the parts to build a better kernel are just around the corner.
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appreciate the response i should have researched this before upgrading. so if i flash a kernel to gain root then flash back to stock kernel i will still have root privelages? thanks in advance
gatoraid84 said:
appreciate the response i should have researched this before upgrading. so if i flash a kernel to gain root then flash back to stock kernel i will still have root privelages? thanks in advance
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Something like that.
There are some threads in the general and the q/a on the method.
Seriously, though, Victory runs on stock kernel and rooted and optimized uckl2.
Sounds like Dani will release a rooted package in a few days
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Something like that.
There are some threads in the general and the q/a on the method.
Seriously, though, Victory runs on stock kernel and rooted and optimized uckl2.
Sounds like Dani will release a rooted package in a few days
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i havent been able to find the tthread im looking for (probably my noobness)sounds like your suggesting i odin back to stock then flash victory rom which i am not against. just wondering if i want to go back will kies reinstall uckl2 stock
Is Samsung required to release their source within a certain time limit?
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i havent been able to find the tthread im looking for (probably my noobness)sounds like your suggesting i odin back to stock then flash victory rom which i am not against. just wondering if i want to go back will kies reinstall uckl2 stock
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There is no need to use kies...you can if you want.
Just use odin or heimdall and flash the uckl2 leak pretzket posted in the dev section.
go to Victory OP page.
read the instructions carefully...gl
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There is no need to use kies...you can if you want.
Just use odin or heimdall and flash the uckl2 leak pretzket posted in the dev section.
go to Victory OP page.
read the instructions carefully...gl
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i appreciate all your help as i am pretty new at this hope this isnt a dumb question but do i have to go back to stock 2.2.1 or can i flash over 2.3.6
gatoraid84 said:
i appreciate all your help as i am pretty new at this hope this isnt a dumb question but do i have to go back to stock 2.2.1 or can i flash over 2.3.6
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Are you on stock UCKL2? the official GB update?
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Are you on stock UCKL2? the official GB update?
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on the offial update 2.3.6 through kies mini
gatoraid84 said:
on the offial update 2.3.6 through kies mini
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On Victory OP, the second post has an odin infused gb kernel - towards the bottomof the page.
you can download that kernel to your pc.
you will need to know how to use odin.
you will need to dl victory..some the of links still works..the mulitload first link doesn't..the deposit link..4-5 down still works
after you odin the kernel, you will boot into a red recovery..
you will need to go to the voodoo option and disable lagfix
then you can flash victory through the cwm menu
make sure you disable lagfix like the OP says..follow direction ...you are alread on rfs file system..not ext4
if you mess up and get stuck on the bootloop..don't worry..odin back to stock..whichever stock and start over.
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On Victory OP, the second post has an odin infused gb kernel - towards the bottomof the page.
you can download that kernel to your pc.
you will need to know how to use odin.
you will need to dl victory..some the of links still works..the mulitload first link doesn't..the deposit link..4-5 down still works
after you odin the kernel, you will boot into a red recovery..
you will need to go to the voodoo option and disable lagfix
then you can flash victory through the cwm menu
make sure you disable lagfix like the OP says..follow direction ...you are alread on rfs file system..not ext4
if you mess up and get stuck on the bootloop..don't worry..odin back to stock..whichever stock and start over.
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thanks for your time and knowledge deeply appreciated now i just need to study up on operating odin
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thanks for your time and knowledge deeply appreciated now i just need to study up on operating odin
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you're welcome..gl..have fun.
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you're welcome..gl..have fun.
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if i could bother you once more, how would this work for the zues rom
gatoraid84 said:
if i could bother you once more, how would this work for the zues rom
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if i could bother you once more, how would this work for the zues rom
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After you have DL the odin infused gb kernel and flashed it,
you will need to boot into recovery. it should be red.
instead of going into voodoo lagfix to disable, you will not have to do anything with it.
you will only need to factory reset, wipe data and wipe cache, go to advance, wipe dalvik.
then flash zeus build 5.2 stock.
zeus uses voodoo file sytem (ext4) ..
victory uses stock uckl2 rfs file system. that is why hdmi output is not broken.
read my help page a few times..it should help clear things up...there are some links on there that will be helpful
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appreciate the response i should have researched this before upgrading. so if i flash a kernel to gain root then flash back to stock kernel i will still have root privelages? thanks in advance
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yes. root is not actually in the kernel for use. its a script that moves it to the rom where it stays. the root kernel is only needed for 1 boot. its the only way to move a file with root privilege before you gain root privilege for the user.
I was working on a oneclick root kernel package and an update.zip to return You to the stock kernel and update su but my update script keeps getting parsing error. I have to do it all over again in a different text editor... lame. the update.zip would be good even for custom roms because I added vold.fstab from the stock rom which will fix sdcard mounting if it was changed for a Rogers kernel.
I have searched this site and the web relentlessly trying to find a guide on flashing kernels with odin i have all the necessary files downloaded just can't find info on the process. Any help would be gratefully appreciated
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I have searched this site and the web relentlessly trying to find a guide on flashing kernels with odin i have all the necessary files downloaded just can't find info on the process. Any help would be gratefully appreciated
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Did you download the odin infused gb kernel from post #2 in the victory thread?
Open it with 7zip.
Extract odin and the kernel.
If you have the correct drivers, run odin.
It should show up comm## something.
Put the kernel in the pda...i think..havent used odin in a while.
Put your phone in DOWNLOAD mode, see my help page. Flash with odin.
I don't mean to bother you..i tried to find info already posted to no avail. I am grateful for your your time and knowledge
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gatoraid84 said:
I don't mean to bother you..i tried to find info already posted to no avail. I am grateful for your your time and knowledge
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I997 using XDA App
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np..is this the post you're looking for?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=19405569&postcount=2
the file is toward the bottom.
7zip can be googled for the download.
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1. boot into clockworkmod recovery
2. apply http://www.sdx-downloads.com/devs/noobnl/stock.epic.DI18.rom.update.zip
Firon said:
http://firon.net/xda/update-modemtoDI18.signed.zip
Modem updater that takes you to DI18. Doesn't matter what version your previous modem was.
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DRockstar said:
Here's the stock Samsung recovery, in case the phone needs to be turned in or sold, it uninstalls ClockworkMod Recovery:
http://dl.dropbox.com/u/500010/epic4g.recovery.stock.di18.zip
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build 2 fixes wifi/bluetooth
older build
http://www.sdx-downloads.com/devs/noobnl/stock.epic.DI07.rom.update.build2.zip
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you still need to flash DG27 to DI07 so you can get the latest modem.bin
1. boot into clockworkmod recovery
2. apply http://www.sdx-downloads.com/devs/noobnl/stock.epic.DI07.rom.update.zip
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What is this for...? Is it just a stock rom?
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What is this for...? Is it just a stock rom?
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It's for flashing back to stock without odin.
will u lose the clockwork recovery after flashing this way?
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will u lose the clockwork recovery after flashing this way?
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No. It flashes back to stock DI07 and does not touch recovery. I believe this is to give you a clean slate before flashing ROMs or a quick fix for when somthing goes wrong flashing zips.
you still need to flash DG27 to DI07 so you can get the latest modem.bin..what does this mean??? do i have to do something after i flash this rom that is attached?
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you still need to flash DG27 to DI07 so you can get the latest modem.bin..what does this mean??? do i have to do something after i flash this rom that is attached?
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It means you have to already have the DI07 update installed first because it only flashes the system, not the modem/phone or data.
updated!!!
http://firon.net/xda/SPH-D700-modem.DI07.update-signed.zip
Here's a modem updater. You need clockwork to flash this. Rename to update.zip and copy it to the root of your sd card.
This will update your modem/baseband from DG27 to DI07.
It will not check your phone's version, but it will at least make sure using it you're on the right phone model.
It will NOT overwrite root, your kernel, or anything else. It only touches the modem.
any chance of the original epic Rom? the one that came with the phone prior to DI07? i used Oden to rever to stock and then applied the update (DI07) but Android Market is not working (i'm guessing corupt (g)Talk file).
Data Wipe + Clear Cache did not seem to help when in clockrecovery, the android market wont let me download anything
noob, would you mind posting a copy of the DG27 modem.bin file? Some of us are having issues with Bluetooth audio and I wanted to see if reverting the baseband would solve it.
Awesome, noobnl you rock. Now i'm gonna really start messin with this phone
the web page to download isnt loading for me.
http://firon.net/xda/update-modemtoDI18.signed.zip
Modem updater that takes you to DI18. Doesn't matter what version your previous modem was.
updated!...
Will this erase all data or just replace whatever rom you have installed.
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So which thing should i use to get modem.bin?
Edit: Nvrmind This is just what i was looking for thank you firon and noobnl.
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What is this for...? Is it just a stock rom?
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Hello all I'am new hear & i'm sure this is a noob Q but if my phone is rooted & has DG27 on it can i use Clockworkmod to flash this stock.epic.DI18.rom.update.zip to update it?
The Older Build .zip file is busted i downloaded it two times & both times winrar says
Code:
! D:\net down\stock.epic.DI07.rom.update.build2.zip: Unexpected end of archive
Clockwork also said the file was no good
My question is can i update my phone from DG27 to DI18 with the first file in the OP? & then use "update-modemtoDI18.signed.zip(from post #14)" I was reading things about having to up date to DI07 before going to DI18 also if any one would be kind enough to point me to the right files & stuff to get my phone updated. I have been on this forum & a few others for about 4 hours now and i can't seem to find an answer
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Hello all I'am new hear & i'm sure this is a noob Q but if my phone is rooted & has DG27 on it can i use Clockworkmod to flash this stock.epic.DI18.rom.update.zip to update it?
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Yes.
you won't lose clockwork recovery but you might lose root.
if you lose root access, you simply need to re-root or flash a new kernel.
He just needs to flash a rooted kernel and that's it. Just in case.
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Hi All,
DroidXCon asked me for the update file on androidcentral, thought I would post it over here for everyone else to have.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=2EYUZIPF
*EDIT* I should note that this is no longer needed, is not rooted, and generally not useful anymore lol
Please see the following threads if you're interested in getting ED2 rooted:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1104634
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1096657
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1094304
Please follow the instructions closely; this is all done at your own peril. CWM Restore does not currently work, and will bootloop your phone. I won't be updating this thread, so please keep your eye on the above threads instead.
Black-Falcon said:
Hi All,
DroidXCon asked me for the update file on androidcentral, thought I would post it over here for everyone else to have.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=2EYUZIPF
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Is there a way to install this wihout losing root? I have tried flashing CWM in vain, and ended up in a bootloop.
jadsru1 said:
Is there a way to install this wihout losing root? I have tried flashing CWM in vain, and ended up in a bootloop.
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yes by flashing the kernal V4 in this thread by JT. it will allow root even with ED2 update
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1092114
uefcommad said:
yes by flashing the kernal V4 in this thread by JT. it will allow root even with ED2 update
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1092114
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so, should I update downgrade to ED 1, root then flash the kernal v4.
Or can should I stay on ED2 (unrooted) then flash this. Thanks
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Actually, I just flashed this on my ED2 and got root back automatically. thanks
I'm coming from an EVO so i am new to Odin and all of this. How can i flash this Kernel? Can i flash through Clockwork like i used to (i downgraded with Odin to ED1 and rooted with Gingersnap). I'd obviously like to install the update and keep root.
The whole Odin thing scares me a little
Updated OP
i cant install cwm on my phone, i flashed the stock gingerbread rom but i dont know how to root and install cmw so that i can flash custom firmwares.
superoneclick to root and then flash new kernel with sgs kernel flasher or some thing. or use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1333423 (cwm version) and then you will have root and cwm.
Any one of these will help you get the proper kernel support to install custom roms via cwm.
This one uses odin to get you ready. It has steps you have to be comfortable doing buts its pretty failsafe.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1223765
This one was created to clear gremlins but it will get you loaded with a custom recovery and ready to install any rom you want. This is really a one click option. Probably the easiest IMO because you dont have to do anything but click a button once and wait for it to do its thing.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1500427
This one is suppose to be the easiest. It doesnt involve odin or hemidall.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=21954884
HB66 said:
superoneclick to root and then flash new kernel with sgs kernel flasher or some thing. or use this http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1333423 (cwm version) and then you will have root and cwm.
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Ignore the link he used in his post.
I think he meant to give you the Gingerbread One-Click -
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1358498
yep, sorry wrong address there. that will be the easiest to convert to latest version with root and cwm. from there you can flash the latest roms which are way better then stock. thanks for the help lumin30
HB66 said:
yep, sorry wrong address there. that will be the easiest to convert to latest version with root and cwm. from there you can flash the latest roms which are way better then stock. thanks for the help lumin30
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You are still incorrect. That is not the easiest way to get CWM. And you are welcome. The first link in my signature is the easiest way for NOOBS to get going. Read it and you will see. No Heimdall. No ODIN. Very easy stuff.
Rooting and downloading SGS Kernel Flasher beats the hell out of Heimdall and ODIN if you ask me.
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i cant install cwm on my phone, i flashed the stock gingerbread rom but i dont know how to root and install cmw so that i can flash custom firmwares.
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Just a note to you - posting the same question in multiple places is unnecessary. Ask your questions here and they will be answered. Good Luck!
step by step guide in my Signature
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Okay so ive follwed the steps and when i get to the recovery mode it just says error in update zip or something ? idk what else to do help please .
Ashialeigh said:
Okay so ive follwed the steps and when i get to the recovery mode it just says error in update zip or something ? idk what else to do help please .
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Which method are you using to get root and CWM recovery? It sounds like you are trying to use the old method of installing the modified 3e recovery and then using an update.zip. There is an updated way to do this with AT&T 2.3.6, and the old way doesn't quite work the same anymore. Let me know which method you're trying so I know where to direct you from there.
EDIT: Since I'm pretty sure that you are using the old method from stock Froyo to get root and CWM recovery, take a look at this thread. It's a how-to that explains most of the ways to get root and CWM recovery on 2.3.6.:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24935969
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Which method are you using to get root and CWM recovery? It sounds like you are trying to use the old method of installing the modified 3e recovery and then using an update.zip. There is an updated way to do this with AT&T 2.3.6, and the old way doesn't quite work the same anymore. Let me know which method you're trying so I know where to direct you from there.
EDIT: Since I'm pretty sure that you are using the old method from stock Froyo to get root and CWM recovery, take a look at this thread. It's a how-to that explains most of the ways to get root and CWM recovery on 2.3.6.:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24935969
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idk i just looked at a youtube video i already rooted it . but i geuss its old .. but its like no matter what i do that update zip thing wont go away
Ashialeigh said:
idk i just looked at a youtube video i already rooted it . but i geuss its old .. but its like no matter what i do that update zip thing wont go away
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It sounds like the old way using an update.zip. In Froyo, we used to replace the stock recovery with a 3e recovery that would allow unsigned files to be flashed. Then we'd flash an update.zip that contained CWM recovery. Just curious, how did you root, and is this AT&T Gingerbread?
I'd read through that how-to thread I posted. If you can use Heimdall or Odin, there are some quick ways to get CWM recovery. In that thread, I've also outlined how to do it yourself on stock 2.3.6.
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It sounds like the old way using an update.zip. In Froyo, we used to replace the stock recovery with a 3e recovery that would allow unsigned files to be flashed. Then we'd flash an update.zip that contained CWM recovery. Just curious, how did you root, and is this AT&T Gingerbread?
I'd read through that how-to thread I posted. If you can use Heimdall or Odin, there are some quick ways to get CWM recovery. In that thread, I've also outlined how to do it yourself on stock 2.3.6.
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Gingerbread.. and which one would you do for downloading custom roms,?
Ashialeigh said:
Gingerbread.. and which one would you do for downloading custom roms,?
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To get Gingerbread with CWM recovery for flashing roms, you could flash Option C or Option D from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1613523
Or, if you prefer Heimdall, qkster has some nice one-click packages. There are links for those in the first thread I gave you.
If you already have root (How did you root, again?), then you could just flash one of the Gingerbread kernel / CWM recovery packages from here.:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1698367
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To get Gingerbread with CWM recovery for flashing roms, you could flash Option C or Option D from here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1613523
Or, if you prefer Heimdall, qkster has some nice one-click packages. There are links for those in the first thread I gave you.
If you already have root (How did you root, again?), then you could just flash one of the Gingerbread kernel / CWM recovery packages from here.:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1698367
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idk i downloaded some prgram and clicked root .. so which link do i use to bee abke to get clock work recovery to be able to install diffent roms.
Ashialeigh said:
idk i downloaded some prgram and clicked root .. so which link do i use to bee abke to get clock work recovery to be able to install diffent roms.
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Before you go any further, we need to investigate something. First, let's confirm that you are on AT&T 2.3.6, because most of us haven't found or made a working one-click program to root stock 2.3.6 directly. Can you go to Settings / About Phone and tell me what is listed under "Baseband version"?
If you can do that to confirm that this is AT&T 2.3.6, I'd really like to know what program you used. Or did you root the phone before you were on Gingerbread?
Any of those links that I've given you in the last post will give you CWM (clockwork) recovery to install different roms. An easy way would be to do Option C or Option D at this one. Either one will do. Here's the link again.:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1613523
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Before you go any further, we need to investigate something. First, let's confirm that you are on AT&T 2.3.6, because most of us haven't found or made a working one-click program to root stock 2.3.6 directly. Can you go to Settings / About Phone and tell me what is listed under "Baseband version"?
If you can do that to confirm that this is AT&T 2.3.6, I'd really like to know what program you used. Or did you root the phone before you were on Gingerbread?
Any of those links that I've given you in the last post will give you CWM (clockwork) recovery to install different roms. An easy way would be to do Option C or Option D at this one. Either one will do. Here's the link again.:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1613523
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says i997uclb3 and thanks
Ashialeigh said:
says i997uclb3 and thanks
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Okay, cool. You're definitely on AT&T Gingerbread. If you figure out how you rooted, let us know. If you flash Option C or Option D at the last link I gave you - again - then you'll be able to flash other roms.
Okay !! Thats So Much !! ))
Yes, a bit of a stupid question. How can I check if I have CWM installed? I'm trying to flash the debloater using Jul's wonderful flashign tutorial. I know my phone is rooted, but I am not sure I have CWM installed, because in the tutorial is says this:
To flash a kernel or modem follow these steps:
Boot into CWM and select the "Wipe cache partition" option, navigate through the "no" options until you hit the "Yes" and select it.
Then go to the Advanced menu and select "Wipe Dalvik Cache", once again, navigate through the "No" options, select yes, and let it do it's thing.
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I have none of the shown options. My screen has blue text, and only four options. I don't want to risk harming my phone by flashing a different ROM. Any help would be greatly appreciated.
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It appears I don't have CWM. Would flashing to another kernel such as Basic with a Twist delete my data?
EDIT 2:
Sorry for the confusion, I accidentally said I was going to flash a ROM. This isn't the case, but thanks to everyone for your help so far .
Which phone r u using?
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Reboot to recovery and see what the screen says. If you are running CWM, it should say "ClockworkMod" or "CWM" and a version number near the top, or something pretty close to that.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_S/SGH-T959V
stanlin salu said:
Which phone r u using?
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Samsung Galaxy S 4G.
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Reboot to recovery and see what the screen says.
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It says, in blue text:
Android system recovery <3e>
Samsung Recovery Utils
- for BML-
Enter: POWER Key, Select: Vol Up / Vol Down
reboot system now
reinstall packages
delete all user data
delete cache data
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Then below, in yellow:
# MANUAL MODE #
--Appling Multi-CSC...
Installing Multi-CSC
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Just noticed your edit, jeffsf. It doesn't say anything about CWM, so I guess I don't have it. Is it safe to flash to another ROM? And if I did, would that delete my apps?
You don't have CWM. That's the Samsung stock recovery. Download the Basic with a Twist kernel and flash it using the instructions from the wiki to get CWM.
Note that flashing a kernel on its own will not wipe your data, but once you flash a custom ROM you most likely will need to.
If all you want is to flash the debloater, then flash one of the heimdall one click kernels. Dont flash mine tho use just Antonx's kernel.
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Samsung Galaxy S 4G.
It says, in blue text:
Then below, in yellow:
EDIT:
Just noticed your edit, jeffsf. It doesn't say anything about CWM, so I guess I don't have it. Is it safe to flash to another ROM? And if I did, would that delete my apps?
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Flashing a ROM is most commonly done through CWM recovery, so you would need to flash a kernel loaded with CWM. However, flashing a new ROM deletes all user data; and you must be EXTREMELY careful, especially if you don't know much to begin with. I would either follow a guide to the T and/or read up a lot more on the ins and outs of flashing before you change anything with your phone.
Before you go any further with flashing a ROM, I'd strongly recommend downloading at least the "free" version of Titanium Backup from the market, if not the paid version. Once you have root access, you'll find it a good backup tool when you get to flashing ROMs.
As mentioned above, if you are just flashing a kernel you generally won't lose data, but backups are wonderful things.
I'd also read up on CWM/TWRP/nandroid backups before flashing more than just a kernel.
You might want to consider moving to one of the "ICS" ROMs once you are comfortable with flashing ROMs in general. The data upgrade is a little more involved (generally you can't just "restore" system-app data from one major release to another), but the usability and stability of the ICS ROM I use is, in my opinion, much better than the best of the GB ROMs that were produced.
farmerbb said:
You don't have CWM. That's the Samsung stock recovery. Download the Basic with a Twist kernel and flash it using the instructions from the wiki to get CWM.
Note that flashing a kernel on its own will not wipe your data, but once you flash a custom ROM you most likely will need to.
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Okay, I'll check it out, thanks! That's good to know, I probably won't be flashing a ROM anyway, sorry for the confusion .
eollie said:
If all you want is to flash the debloater, then flash one of the heimdall one click kernels. Dont flash mine tho use just Antonx's kernel.
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Is the kernel farmerbb linked good?
cpkelley94 said:
Flashing a ROM is most commonly done through CWM recovery, so you would need to flash a kernel loaded with CWM. However, flashing a new ROM deletes all user data; and you must be EXTREMELY careful, especially if you don't know much to begin with. I would either follow a guide to the T and/or read up a lot more on the ins and outs of flashing before you change anything with your phone.
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Sorry for the confusion, but I'm not actually going to be flashing a ROM, just the debloater. Thank you for the information though!
You need root to do what he is suggesting. I dont recall you saying you have root so no it wont work. I suggest using the heimdall one click for antonx kernel in this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1358498
eollie said:
You need root to do what he is suggesting. I dont recall you saying you have root so no it wont work. I suggest using the heimdall one click for antonx kernel in this thread.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1358498
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I am rooted, and thank you .
I can't find a download for Odin, can anyone link me please?
Or if I use Heimdall, do I download the Kernel listed as "CWM" or "ODIN?
NomNuggetNom said:
I am rooted, and thank you .
I can't find a download for Odin, can anyone link me please?
Or if I use Heimdall, do I download the Kernel listed as "CWM" or "ODIN?
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You can find everything you need here.
SGS4G Wiki
NomNuggetNom said:
I am rooted, and thank you .
I can't find a download for Odin, can anyone link me please?
Or if I use Heimdall, do I download the Kernel listed as "CWM" or "ODIN?
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Just use the instructions that I gave you, it'll be so much easier and faster Use the CWM version.
I tried, I did something wrong I think . It starts turning on, then turns into a white screen with dots all over it that are different colors, then starts reloading. I made a backup, what should I do?
NomNuggetNom said:
I tried, I did something wrong I think . It starts turning on, then turns into a white screen with dots all over it that are different colors, then starts reloading. I made a backup, what should I do?
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Use the Heimdall one click back to stock that bhundven has
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Use the Heimdall one click back to stock that bhundven has
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This will remove my user data, right? All my apps and contacts?
NomNuggetNom said:
This will remove my user data, right? All my apps and contacts?
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Unfortunately, yes it will. Do you have a backup of your original kernel? If you do, you can just flash that, that shouldn't delete any files if you only flash the kernel.
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Are you on Froyo or Gingerbread? It sounds like you might still be on Froyo; both the debloater and the custom kernel you're trying to install are designed for Gingerbread.
So yeah, Heimdall One-Click time. Make sure you flash bootloaders, you'll need them if you're coming from Froyo. This'll definitely delete your apps and contacts, but if you had your contacts synced with T-Mobile or Google, then they'll come back. Hopefully the backup you made was with Titanium Backup so you can get your apps back
Best of luck to you!
Please if you are going to give instructions atleast try to give proper ones.
You need to flash bootloaders with one of the heimdall one clicks. You will flash once, when it is done and starts to boot pull the battery and cable. Put the phone back in download mode and check the flash bootloaders box in heimdall one click.
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Unfortunately, yes it will. Do you have a backup of your original kernel? If you do, you can just flash that, that shouldn't delete any files if you only flash the kernel.
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I do have a backup of the original kernel, yes, but it's on my phone. Any way I can get it?
farmerbb said:
Are you on Froyo or Gingerbread? It sounds like you might still be on Froyo; both the debloater and the custom kernel you're trying to install are designed for Gingerbread.
So yeah, Heimdall One-Click time. Make sure you flash bootloaders, you'll need them if you're coming from Froyo. This'll definitely delete your apps and contacts, but if you had your contacts synced with T-Mobile or Google, then they'll come back. Hopefully the backup you made was with Titanium Backup so you can get your apps back
Best of luck to you!
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Unfortunately, I don't have a Titanium Backup, but I can remember what apps I had.