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[Q] Galaxy SL i9003 Stuck in boot screen..

My big bro tried to root Galaxy SL i9003, i don't know which rooting application/software he has used, but when handset restarted after rooting completion it's stuck at screen showing "SAMSUNG Galaxy SL i9003" boot screen...
Now what i do, some of my friend told me that I have to flash mobile with its original ROM with proper version..
Where should i get original ROM of my mobile and how can i know firmware version because i am not able to boot my handset to *#1234#...
PLz HELP!!!!!

amoghs said:
My big bro tried to root Galaxy SL i9003, i don't know which rooting application/software he has used, but when handset restarted after rooting completion it's stuck at screen showing "SAMSUNG Galaxy SL i9003" boot screen...
Now what i do, some of my friend told me that I have to flash mobile with its original ROM with proper version..
Where should i get original ROM of my mobile and how can i know firmware version because i am not able to boot my handset to *#1234#...
PLz HELP!!!!!
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just do a clean flash of gingerbread DDLF2 2.3.6 using ODIN. your problem will get solved. and always read a plenty of articles before doing such tasks..

File Selection in Odin
maxs8007 said:
just do a clean flash of gingerbread DDLF2 2.3.6 using ODIN. your problem will get solved. and always read a plenty of articles before doing such tasks..
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Hey maxs, Thank you For your reply...as you said i have downloaded File I9003DDLF2_I9003ODDLF2_INU.zip from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1004647 and extracted to some location on machine but this zip contains only two files first one is I9003DDLF2_I9003ODDLF2_I9003DDLE1_HOME.tar.md5 and another on is SS_DL.dll.
I m using Odin v3.07 in that where i supposed to select "I9003DDLF2_I9003ODDLF2_I9003DDLE1_HOME.tar.md5" this file at bootloader/PDA/Phone/CSC..
It will be very helpful if give steps of flashing.

Still Phone is stucked at Boot Screen
amoghs said:
I m using Odin v3.07 in that where i supposed to select "I9003DDLF2_I9003ODDLF2_I9003DDLE1_HOME.tar.md5" this file at bootloader/PDA/Phone/CSC..
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I selected "I9003DDLF2_I9003ODDLF2_I9003DDLE1_HOME.tar.md5" file in PDA and only Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time is checked and started downloading all goes OK and Pass is showed.
But Still mobile is stucked in boot screen Plz HELP!!!

Greetings;
Have you solved your problem?
If not, tell me what Android version are you running on your device?
i.e: Gingerbread; Ice Cream Sandwich; Jelly Bean or KitKat.
Assuming you are running stock firmware i believe that either your brother flashed a wrong CF-Root for your device or used an application that could not root your device properly.
Either ways don't worry since your device can enter both Download and Recovery modes, it means that you can debug it.
[Rooting]
The best way to root this device is by flashing CF-Root file.
By flashing this file (CF-Root) you will be installing:
- ClockWork Mod Recovery
- Script that will root (automatically) your device.
- ext4 application. (do some research to know what ext4 is and how it os often used)
Small note: Since you will be rooted you will be able to overclock or underclock your device as well increase your device performance and battery duration.
Just PM me or do some research if you need some info regarding these configuration and settings.
[Fixing your issue]
Download Universal CF-Root here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351056
Read the instructions before proceeding.
Now boot your device under Download Mode.
To do so:
Unplug USB Cable, Power Off your device and press the following key combination:
Vol.Down + Menu/Home Button + Power Button.
Release when the device enters download mode.
Now open Odin.
Under [PDA] load the CF Root File you've downloaded.
(Do NOT change any options inside odin if you dont know what they are for. Or you may get your device useless).
Put down your device so movement is done into the USB Cable (just to prevent bad flashing when you have low quality USB Cable).
Press Start and let the operation to complete.
Odin will display a message saying: "Pass" highlighted with Green.
Check if your device restarts (it may not restart yet)
If your device boots properly backup your data and follow the next step. If it doesnt boot properly follow to the next step.
Voot your device into recovery mode.
To do so: Power off your device and make sure it is not charging or connected to USB cable.
Then press and hold the following key combination:
Vol. Up + Menu/Home Button + Power Button.
Release after the Boot Logo is shown and you will enter recovery mode.
Now you will perform a Factory Reset.
Inside CWM select by the following order:
- Wipe Dalvik Cache
- Clean Cache
- Factory Reset
Note that Dalvik Cache is not shown at the main menu.
I dont remember the location exactly but if im not mistaken you can find it under "Advanced".
After you perform these 3 options the device shall reboot properly.
(it may take a little bit longer this time. Just be patient).
Since i dont know what was done to your device, there is still a chance that your device wont boot.
Either ways please let me / us (at XDA) know if it worked for you.
It is important (at least for me as a quality standard) that you are able to repair your device.
Best Regards
Please press thank button if this helped you. Since this will keep me motivated to continue helping.
Sent from my GT-I9003 using XDA Free mobile app

Any further help
rgxHost said:
Greetings;
Have you solved your problem?
If not, tell me what Android version are you running on your device?
i.e: Gingerbread; Ice Cream Sandwich; Jelly Bean or KitKat.
Assuming you are running stock firmware i believe that either your brother flashed a wrong CF-Root for your device or used an application that could not root your device properly.
Either ways don't worry since your device can enter both Download and Recovery modes, it means that you can debug it.
[Rooting]
The best way to root this device is by flashing CF-Root file.
By flashing this file (CF-Root) you will be installing:
- ClockWork Mod Recovery
- Script that will root (automatically) your device.
- ext4 application. (do some research to know what ext4 is and how it os often used)
Small note: Since you will be rooted you will be able to overclock or underclock your device as well increase your device performance and battery duration.
Just PM me or do some research if you need some info regarding these configuration and settings.
[Fixing your issue]
Download Universal CF-Root here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1351056
Read the instructions before proceeding.
Now boot your device under Download Mode.
To do so:
Unplug USB Cable, Power Off your device and press the following key combination:
Vol.Down + Menu/Home Button + Power Button.
Release when the device enters download mode.
Now open Odin.
Under [PDA] load the CF Root File you've downloaded.
(Do NOT change any options inside odin if you dont know what they are for. Or you may get your device useless).
Put down your device so movement is done into the USB Cable (just to prevent bad flashing when you have low quality USB Cable).
Press Start and let the operation to complete.
Odin will display a message saying: "Pass" highlighted with Green.
Check if your device restarts (it may not restart yet)
If your device boots properly backup your data and follow the next step. If it doesnt boot properly follow to the next step.
Voot your device into recovery mode.
To do so: Power off your device and make sure it is not charging or connected to USB cable.
Then press and hold the following key combination:
Vol. Up + Menu/Home Button + Power Button.
Release after the Boot Logo is shown and you will enter recovery mode.
Now you will perform a Factory Reset.
Inside CWM select by the following order:
- Wipe Dalvik Cache
- Clean Cache
- Factory Reset
Note that Dalvik Cache is not shown at the main menu.
I dont remember the location exactly but if im not mistaken you can find it under "Advanced".
After you perform these 3 options the device shall reboot properly.
(it may take a little bit longer this time. Just be patient).
Since i dont know what was done to your device, there is still a chance that your device wont boot.
Either ways please let me / us (at XDA) know if it worked for you.
It is important (at least for me as a quality standard) that you are able to repair your device.
Best Regards
Please press thank button if this helped you. Since this will keep me motivated to continue helping.
Sent from my GT-I9003 using XDA Free mobile app
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Thanks for your reply. Frankly speaking I don't remember which Android version I was using may be Gingerbread (Is this important)
I downloaded "bagaria-09.GT-I9003_PDA.tar" from the link given by you and following procedure that you have mentioned. After odin says "Pass" I switched off my mobile and started in Recover mode it took around 15-20 mins to show recovery option. after this performed
- Wipe Dalvik Cache
- Clean Cache
- Factory Reset
and then Reboot. As you said phone is stucked on boot image for more than 15 mins then an loop on "SAMSUNG" logo after more 15 mins phone is showing "kernel panic upload mode"
Can you help me further?

amoghs said:
Thanks for your reply. Frankly speaking I don't remember which Android version I was using may be Gingerbread (Is this important)
I downloaded "bagaria-09.GT-I9003_PDA.tar" from the link given by you and following procedure that you have mentioned. After odin says "Pass" I switched off my mobile and started in Recover mode it took around 15-20 mins to show recovery option. after this performed
- Wipe Dalvik Cache
- Clean Cache
- Factory Reset
and then Reboot. As you said phone is stucked on boot image for more than 15 mins then an loop on "SAMSUNG" logo after more 15 mins phone is showing "kernel panic upload mode"
Can you help me further?
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Hello amoghs;
Again sorry for answering after so long; I'm not so often at XDA Lately.
Yes.
1st: Try Remove the Battery, then Put it Back and Try Again.
If this doens't Work:
1) Turn your Device Off and Press:
Vol. UP + Home Button + Power (To Enter CWM / Your Recovery Mode)
2) Select: "Factory Reset"
Let me know how it worked for you.
Note:
- After Flashing a ROM it is Normal that your Device Takes a little Longer to Boot on the "1st" time.
- Phone Stuck on Boot Logo and Looping: Boot Issues (Either Requires to Remove and Place Back the Battery; or Re-Flash the ROM or Stock Rom in a Difficult Stage).
Notes:
- After a Flash Perform a Factory Reset (To Clean Up Old Stuff).
- If you Experience: "Kernel Panic":
a) Remove Battery and Place it Back - (Works on Most Cases)
b) Flash your ROM again and DO NOT Instal Custom Kernel (May be Wrong Kernel or Bad/Incompatible Kernel Programming)
c) Phone Restarts by Himself: Reflash ROM, Try MinFreeManager or Similar APK (Application). Try "Optimal" Settings. (I dont recall the Presets names - But you can Safely test them - Even if device gets stuck. You can always revert to previous state).
d) Any Hard-to-Solve Issues: Just do a "Clean Flash" of STOCK Gingerbread (Check Sammobile Website - Invalid Download Links Just send email to Support Requesting the File)
or Flash "DDLF2 2.3.6 (Also Gingerbread). But always try Stock 1st to remove most issues, and only then Flash your Desired ROM.
Also if you haven't fixed the Boot Issue already: Do note that you can recover your device Boot.
NOT Dead Yet!
Please do let me know if you solved your Boot problem.
Best Regards;
Richard

[Q] Samsung appeal, Erased dalvik_cache, now stuck on CWM recovery page

I customized a Samsung Galaxy Appeal phone, installing
root, clockworkmod 5.0.2.8 and busybox, using Odin (source:
Area51) some time ago.
Recently I decided to erase /dalvik_cache (thru recovery), as
this sounded harmless and I thought it might free-up some
space from orphaned apps.
Ever since then, I've been stuck at the CWM recovery menu - no
matter what erasing, re-flashing, rebooting, removing battery etc. I do, I always
end up at the recovery page. I've tried various remedies
suggested for 'boot-loops' and the like, including
'fix_permissions'. Maybe I haven't done the exactly-needed steps
in the exactly-correct order.
I have even 'successfully' restored from an earlier nandroid,
and also tried to re-install the original customization, which came close to working, but I still
end up at the recovery page. I haven't tried adb/fastboot yet because the 'quick-downloads' won't download.
Is something that needs to be erased, not getting erased?
One possible clue is the show-log: it appears to be very short,
ending after the 'missing extended_commands' line.

tfj said:
I customized a Samsung Galaxy Appeal phone, installing
root, clockworkmod 5.0.2.8 and busybox, using Odin (source:
Area51) some time ago.
Recently I decided to erase /dalvik_cache (thru recovery), as
this sounded harmless and I thought it might free-up some
space from orphaned apps.
Ever since then, I've been stuck at the CWM recovery menu - no
matter what erasing, re-flashing, rebooting, removing battery etc. I do, I always
end up at the recovery page. I've tried various remedies
suggested for 'boot-loops' and the like, including
'fix_permissions'. Maybe I haven't done the exactly-needed steps
in the exactly-correct order.
I have even 'successfully' restored from an earlier nandroid,
and also tried to re-install the original customization, which came close to working, but I still
end up at the recovery page. I haven't tried adb/fastboot yet because the 'quick-downloads' won't download.
Is something that needs to be erased, not getting erased?
One possible clue is the show-log: it appears to be very short,
ending after the 'missing extended_commands' line.
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Just flash the stock firmware via ODIN. Once done you can switch to a custom rom again.
SamMobile.com provides the needed firmware.

LS.xD said:
Just flash the stock firmware via ODIN. Once done you can switch to a custom rom again.
SamMobile.com provides the needed firmware.
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Apparently, sammobile doesn't have it - it lists it, but but it's not available.
Also, neither adb nor fastboot can find the device (which is always in active CWM menu mode).
Update: adb (but not fastboot) now sees the device (as "recovery"); will experiment

tfj said:
Apparently, sammobile doesn't have it - it lists it, but but it's not available.
Also, neither adb nor fastboot can find the device (which is always in active CWM menu mode).
Update: adb (but not fastboot) now sees the device (as "recovery"); will experiment
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Samsung phones do not provide a fastboot mode but the download mode.
Which firmware do you need?

LS.xD said:
Samsung phones do not provide a fastboot mode but the download mode.
Which firmware do you need?
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I'm not sure what you're asking; the phone is a galaxy appeal sgh-i827.
Can you suggest what I can check using adb? There are a large number of shell commands available in /sbin and /system/bin,sbin,xbin. <bugreport> fails, apparently because dalvik is missing something.

tfj said:
I'm not sure what you're asking; the phone is a galaxy appeal sgh-i827.
Can you suggest what I can check using adb? There are a large number of shell commands available in /sbin and /system/bin,sbin,xbin. <bugreport> fails, apparently because dalvik is missing something.
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Have you any rom you can flash to the phone?

LS.xD said:
Have you any rom you can flash to the phone?
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I believe AndroidArea51 has a rooted, but otherwise stock, ROM.
I'm doing this at a public library, and would appreciate any tips
about how to download large files - are there Download
Managers - whether online, or Browser add-ons, or Android apps
(downloading to a phone over wifi would be convenient) - that can resume a download precisely, after 2 weeks of complete dis-connection (including reboots)?

SOLVED:
... I'm back ... (boy, that took a long time).
A near-stock ROM for the Samsung Appeal (I think it's rooted) was available at the AndroidArea51 website (try different links; one - 'code.google'? - worked for me). It's 250 MB.
Once I had the ROM in hand, Odin fixed things in a flash.
In fact, on pressing Odin's 'Start' button, the flashing
took less than 10 seconds - apparently because it only
needed to re-flash the 21-Kb "cache.ext4.tar" file.
The phone was back to normal.
Then, as a test, I again ran the 'Erase Dalvik Cache'
procedure in the phone's custom recovery, and once
again, this put the Appeal into a semi-bricked state
(and was easily fixed with Odin).
So, the lesson here is, if you hear that erasing
'cache files' is perfectly harmless, that may not
apply to the Dalvik-cache; that'll need re-flashing.
Here are the steps I used to recover from a Dalvik-cache
erasure on the Samsung Appeal, using Odin3 v1.85:
====================================================
Install the Samsung USB-drivers for the Appeal
It's possible the phone's 'usb-developer' mode and/or
'unknown-sources' mode need to be on (in a semi-bricked
state, there's likely nothing you can do about this).
Turn off the phone.
Put the Appeal into Download mode:
Hold power and volume-down buttons until the phone
vibrates (about 2 seconds); immediately release buttons.
Read warning and follow instructions on phone's screen to get
into Download mode, or not (to back out of Download mode,
assuming you *aren't* in the middle of downloading anything,
press the power button down for about ten seconds, the phone
will vibrate and then (attempt to) re-boot).
Execute the Odin program; a 'box-screen' displays.
Plug the phone into a USB port; in Odin's screen, the
"ID:COM" box should fill-in with color and a number.
This means Odin has recognized your device.
In the Odin screen, the default 'AutoReboot' and 'F.ResetTime' options are the only ones selected.
Unzip the Romfile, in some easy-to-find folder.
The enclosed file that's needed is "cache.ext4.tar"
(and any files with nearly-identical names, like "cache.ext4.tar.a")
Press Odin's "PDA" button (*not* the "PHONE" button! - that
ought to be renamed "RADIO") and browse the filesystem until the
"cache.ext4.tar" file is listed.
Press Odin's start button.
... Success.

Only ODIN available to me!!

Hi folks, I’m not finding the CORRECT info on what I need to reset my phone. The following is what I have gleaned (& used) from the web sources etc.
Phone details: S6 SM-G920W8, was rooted and running Oreo quite happily (aside from telephony)
Was changing, using a TWRP BU to a Nougat TWRP BU ROM something went wrong!!!
Only have access to Odin: (Vol -/Home/Power buttons
Not able to use: Vol+/Home/Power buttons response
Used Odin to install the following file, G920W8VLS6DRC1_G920W8OYA6DRC1_G920W8VLS6DRC1_HOME.tar.md5. It installs giving off the following: Pass in Odin. Phone then Reboots after install to “System Update” then “Erasing”, then Samsung Logo then "Android is starting up". After this it just loops between Logo & Android Starting.
The other file, G920W8VLU5DQD4_G920W8OYA5DQD4_G920W8VLU5DQD4_HOME.tar.md5 (just checks the MD5,hit start then “Fails”
Using Odin 3.13.1 & Samsung Drivers are installed.
Anyone point me as to what I’m doing wrong please??
The 2 files used are:
G920W8VLU5DQD4_G920W8OYA5DQD4_G920W8VLU5DQD4_HOME.tar.md5
G920W8VLS6DRC1_G920W8OYA6DRC1_G920W8VLS6DRC1_HOME.tar.md5

C'mon guys! Someone must have some advice/help with all the expertise on this site. If the post doesn't make sense, please tell me & I'll try to re-phrase it. All I want to do is to get it up & running again in some shape or other. I have a pile of TWRP backups but no way to install them, so, I have to use Odin for something (as in the 2 .img files I referred to).
PLEASE help me!

gpreen said:
Hi folks, I’m not finding the CORRECT info on what I need to reset my phone. The following is what I have gleaned (& used) from the web sources etc.
Phone details: S6 SM-G920W8, was rooted and running Oreo quite happily (aside from telephony)
Was changing, using a TWRP BU to a Nougat TWRP BU ROM something went wrong!!!
Only have access to Odin: (Vol -/Home/Power buttons
Not able to use: Vol+/Home/Power buttons response
Used Odin to install the following file, G920W8VLS6DRC1_G920W8OYA6DRC1_G920W8VLS6DRC1_HOME.tar.md5. It installs giving off the following: Pass in Odin. Phone then Reboots after install to “System Update” then “Erasing”, then Samsung Logo then "Android is starting up". After this it just loops between Logo & Android Starting.
The other file, G920W8VLU5DQD4_G920W8OYA5DQD4_G920W8VLU5DQD4_HOME.tar.md5 (just checks the MD5,hit start then “Fails”
Using Odin 3.13.1 & Samsung Drivers are installed.
Anyone point me as to what I’m doing wrong please??
The 2 files used are:
G920W8VLU5DQD4_G920W8OYA5DQD4_G920W8VLU5DQD4_HOME.tar.md5
G920W8VLS6DRC1_G920W8OYA6DRC1_G920W8VLS6DRC1_HOME.tar.md5
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The First File (G920W8VLS6DRC1) it flashes ok because the bootloader on your phone is "6" (Thats the fifth number in that file name) the second it fails because the Bootloader is version 6 so is only accepting version "6" and not "5" (G920W8VLU5DQD4).
To fix your problem turn off your phone pressing Vol- + Power. Keep pressing Vol+ + Home + Power (the three at the same time). its going to boot on recovery. its going to appear an Android with an X and under it "No Command (keep calm this is normal). let it there without touching anything until the recovery appears, then wipe Data+Cache and reboot it should be fixed by now.

Many, Many Thanks Razor001_. Worked like a charm once I let the Android "No Command" sit a few seconds. If only I had left it alone and been more patient with it! You truly saved me (Well my old phone anyway!).
Thanks again for your help and input.
As an aside, would I be correct that when it first went wrong and went into the Factory Reset mode, would it have installed the last version of my rooted ROM?? Please say "no" and don't make me cry with a "yes"!

[Guide] Samsung Galaxy A20 - Restore your phone to stock after Bootloop/soft brick

Hello and welcome
I'm sure a lot of galaxy A20 owners like me are experimenting with all the new improved toys brought to us by android 10 development lately and also by the recent breakthroughs made by Master Guinea Pig Phizzwizz and his trusted followers.
All right, let's begin. First things first: you know that any modification you make on your phone is your responsibility alone. You are the only one able to assess how much risk you're willing to take whenever you flash your phone. Anything can go wrong at some point and you should be able to rescue your phone provided the damage is reversible.
What i mean is if you hard brick your phone there is nothing i can do for you. Other than that, if you end up with a soft brick or bootloop, this tutorial is for you.
My device variant is 205F, and this tutorial will be oriented towards that. Apparently, all procedures for it are also working for the 205YN (still needs full confimation) others like 205G or 205U have different procedures, but restoring your phone to stock should work on all variants, because it's the standard way of doing it in other android devices.
I assume you have the necessary tools to work with: the firmware files of your variant, Odin's latest version (always make sure to disable auto-reboot in options, it's better to do it manually), the modded boot.tar for root, and the TWRP file provided by Afaneh in the 'TWRP recovery project' thread (if you wanna have another try at rooting and installing a custom recovery on your device)
Reboot your phone into download mode (plug cable to PC then vol+/vol-)
Launch Odin with admin rights and make sure you get a "pass". Add the firmware 4files (AP,BL, CP, and CSC/HOME_CSC) to the appropriate slots and flash (i was able to restore my phone with AP alone, but there may be some things not working right that are related to the other files). It Should take 5 to 10 minutes.
Unplug your phone and reboot. You should land at the "Welcome, Setup your phone" screen.
## You should stop here, and ask yourself: do I want to risk breaking my phone again or do I want go further?##
If you decide to go on, complete the setup by skipping all menus you can (always make sure you enable dev options and USB debugging and unlock bootloader if they are disabled, or reboot after any flash will result in "unable to load the system" in bootloader or a bootloop) then reboot to download mode then in Odin, flash the magisk modified boot.tar (you get it following the instructions in the 'Rooting your galaxy A20' thread).
Exit download mode (long press vol-and power until you get cramps) then reboot to stock recovery this time (vol+/power) and factory reset the phone.
Finish setup then install flashify and choose your TWRP recovery img. Your phone will reboot and go to custom recovery. Be careful what you do here, you may break your phone again!
##again you can stop here or go further and free yourself from Samsung Jail##
Reboot to TWRP and do a factory reset from there then flash the GSI alone. Reboot and you should get to the android logo. Finish setup and you're done. If you get stuck at the logo, there are a couple of zip files you can flash one by one and see if it helps. You can get them from here:
https://www.xda-developers.com/flash-generic-system-image-project-treble-device/
Make sure you read the article thoroughly and only flash what is necessary.
That's it. You should have a working GSI, enjoy!

SM-T860 Root (up to date instructions)

Can someone please post upto date instructions to root Galaxy Tab S6,
Please not just links to instructions for other devices as its not helping and confusing the crap out of me.
I follow the popular link and attempt to download magisk app but that page isn't clear and I don't know what version of magisk manager J should download.
I have tried one version, patched it, flashed it with odin but it fails at the end and doesn't 'pass'
Can someone please post what version of magisk manager to use and instructions for this device not galaxy tab 5se or whatever it is
Please, I beg you guys. Help me root this tablet, its driving me insane and I could almost ****ing cry.
Is it possible for someone to post a start to finish guide here that's upto date and all newcomers can follow? Please?
And please let this post stay admins and don't merge it to other posts that then link to methods written and intended for devices that are not a Samsung Galaxy Tab s6.
I beg you guys, let's make an idiot proof easy to follow relevant A to B complete walk through.
I'm sure many need what I'm requesting. Thank you.

Please
With the whole planet almost in lockdown and stuck indoors surely there are enough people willing and able to help make an A to Z guide to root specifically for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S6.
Of no would someone kindly say which version of Magisk Manager should be used, what files need to then be selected in Odin.
I am finding the guides unclear, I'd really find it helpful if a guide gave more detail about what file should be in the device, what ones need to be on a pc.
If an A to Z isn't going to be assisted please will someone specify what tools are needed and sources for them?
The guide which was intended for the Galaxy Tab 5 the link for Magisk Manager takes you to a page that doesn't give information about what version is needed or even where to get the download.
The guides I've seen seem to assume people already know pretty much the step by step steps needed to root.
Is a patched file Odin ready against XDA rules?
Could someone post the files they used to flash their device?
I'm so frustrated it's preventing me from thinking very clearly due to pure frustration.
Can't a downloadable zip be made with all the tools and resources in one download?
Pleeeeeeeease :/

MadusDogusUK said:
Can someone please post upto date instructions to root Galaxy Tab S6,
Please not just links to instructions for other devices as its not helping and confusing the crap out of me.
I follow the popular link and attempt to download magisk app but that page isn't clear and I don't know what version of magisk manager J should download.
I have tried one version, patched it, flashed it with odin but it fails at the end and doesn't 'pass'
Can someone please post what version of magisk manager to use and instructions for this device not galaxy tab 5se or whatever it is
Please, I beg you guys. Help me root this tablet, its driving me insane and I could almost ****ing cry.
Is it possible for someone to post a start to finish guide here that's upto date and all newcomers can follow? Please?
And please let this post stay admins and don't merge it to other posts that then link to methods written and intended for devices that are not a Samsung Galaxy Tab s6.
I beg you guys, let's make an idiot proof easy to follow relevant A to B complete walk through.
I'm sure many need what I'm requesting. Thank you.
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Hi, Im looking at S6 tablet threads because I plan on buying one in the next month or so. I understand your frustration if your not firmlier . I am really good at rooting and modding although im not a developer I have built a couple custom roms. This is a telegram link im going to see if I can put it together and help.
You'll need a sdcard or USB Otg flash drive or something. Otherwise when you format data you would have to transfer files with TWRP and its a lot harder if your new.
https://t.me/wetatabs6
1. Unlock bootloader, Just like the note 10 you need to turn on developer options and find OEM unlock and turn it on. It might be greyed out if you just bought it if its been more than 7 days you should be able to click it on. Oem unlock is the bootloader unlock. It doesn't unlock the bootloader but it allows you to unlock the bootloader.
Im going to look into see if I can help you out more. Hold in the mean time keep looking and watch bootloader unlock for the galaxy note 10 on youtube its the same process Ive heard.
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MadusDogusUK said:
Can someone please post upto date instructions to root Galaxy Tab S6,
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6RTbx2jTkpQ&t=229s
Heres a link to bootloader unlock for the note 10. Its the same thing for the S6 tab. Its the most important thing so you don't brick your device. Also what firmware and model are you on SMT860 or SMT865? You want to download your exact firmware from sammobile which is almost 6gb file so it takes awhile unless you have super fast internet like I do. It took me 2 minutes with 400mb/s speed. Once you get your bootloader unlocked let me know. I believe magisk 19.4 is what people used but im thinking magisk 20.4 would work to. You'll also need TWRP 3.3.1 tar file, Odin for windows you can find the files here make sure to get the twrp .tar file not img at first. Also make sure you get the right one for your model 860 or 865. Also get disable dm-verity force encrypt zip file in the link.
https://mega.nz/#F!Po8DyQZS!4ubq5tu0-gEkOwjMdmfvJA
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MadusDogusUK said:
Can someone please post upto date instructions to root Galaxy Tab S6,
How to unlock bootloader...
1. Go to settings/about/software info and tap build number repeatedly until Dev settings is activated
2. Go into Dev settings, turn on OEM Unlock.
3. Boot into download mode, (plug in USB, reboot and hold vol up + vol dwn)
4. Once blue screen appears, long press volume up, until bootloader is unlocked.
5. In download mode, OEM unlock will show as being "off"
From latest stock firmware...
1. Unlock bootloader - See HERE (https://t.me/twrp_tabs6/2461)
2. Boot into download mode you can power off and
** FRP=off, OEM=off, KG=checking
3. Open Odin, uncheck auto reboot
4. Flash TWRP.tar in Odin (AP slot)
5. Reboot directly into TWRP
6. Format data
7. Flash encryption disabler - HERE (https://mega.nz/#!j5dGQAKY!R4lrZyayKvTWsTgqhakl62qGCRogRCowaKy9vA5khdw)
8. Flash WETA Kernel - From HERE (https://mega.nz/#F!6hFQkITR!oXvfEfC2mNx7okPPfOEgJA)
9. Flash Magisk - From HERE (https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68966662&postcount=1)
10. Reboot system (not recovery)
Process from existing TWRP (update TWRP)
1. Boot into existing TWRP
2. Flash the new TWRP.img to "recovery"
3. Done, reboot
If you need any help let me know I've rooted everything I can get my hands on. I have yet to make a device a brick. This is just a quick layout I got off telegram. I know that it doesn't explain the little details and if your new you probably wondering a lot of stuff. First thing to say is if you have a PC with Odin and a copy of your firmware from sammobile you can restore the tablet pretty easy. I've never seen a hard brick and bootloops are easy fixes. I think XDA makes to big of a deal on not messing up and warnings. You need to rest assure that most cases are bootloops and are fixable with samsung odin you are safe thats why I only buy samsung now. If you flash stock firmware 100 times it wont damage your device. ALways make a back on to an external MicroSD card the minute you boot into TWRP for the first time. I play it safe I use a OTG usb slash drive and make another backup so I have 2 one on the sdcard and one on the usb flash drive. Then after your done backing up format the data by hitting the wipe key in blue on the screen than hit format data key and type yes. Its to format your internal storage completely because its encrypted. After that flash the disable encryption zip go into install key in TWRP than select storage and hopefully you have all the files on external sd card find the Dm Flash encryption disabler and click it should pop up a swipe to confirm flash swipe to flash. Next hit back key and fine theWETA Kernel zip file and swipe to flash. Than same thing again with magisk I would try magisk 20.4. Reboot to system
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I feel I should apologise, I've managed to root my tablet following the tab s5e guide and now lent my laptop to a friend who has no Internet access. He can now use bt's WiFi hotpots. Thanks for the replies though people. An up to date guide is needed I feel though.
XDA is awesome

I haven't installed TWRP, I have done the method where I have to hold power and volume up until the s6 splash screen is displayed for root/magisk permission is booted.
Do anyone of you think its best to relock the bootloader?

Techguy777 said:
MadusDogusUK said:
Can someone please post upto date instructions to root Galaxy Tab S6,
How to unlock bootloader...
1. Go to settings/about/software info and tap build number repeatedly until Dev settings is activated
2. Go into Dev settings, turn on OEM Unlock.
3. Boot into download mode, (plug in USB, reboot and hold vol up + vol dwn)
4. Once blue screen appears, long press volume up, until bootloader is unlocked.
5. In download mode, OEM unlock will show as being "off"
From latest stock firmware...
1. Unlock bootloader - See HERE (https://t.me/twrp_tabs6/2461)
2. Boot into download mode you can power off and
** FRP=off, OEM=off, KG=checking
3. Open Odin, uncheck auto reboot
4. Flash TWRP.tar in Odin (AP slot)
5. Reboot directly into TWRP
6. Format data
7. Flash encryption disabler - HERE (https://mega.nz/#!j5dGQAKY!R4lrZyayKvTWsTgqhakl62qGCRogRCowaKy9vA5khdw)
8. Flash WETA Kernel - From HERE (https://mega.nz/#F!6hFQkITR!oXvfEfC2mNx7okPPfOEgJA)
9. Flash Magisk - From HERE (https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68966662&postcount=1)
10. Reboot system (not recovery)
Process from existing TWRP (update TWRP)
1. Boot into existing TWRP
2. Flash the new TWRP.img to "recovery"
3. Done, reboot
If you need any help let me know I've rooted everything I can get my hands on. I have yet to make a device a brick. This is just a quick layout I got off telegram. I know that it doesn't explain the little details and if your new you probably wondering a lot of stuff. First thing to say is if you have a PC with Odin and a copy of your firmware from sammobile you can restore the tablet pretty easy. I've never seen a hard brick and bootloops are easy fixes. I think XDA makes to big of a deal on not messing up and warnings. You need to rest assure that most cases are bootloops and are fixable with samsung odin you are safe thats why I only buy samsung now. If you flash stock firmware 100 times it wont damage your device. ALways make a back on to an external MicroSD card the minute you boot into TWRP for the first time. I play it safe I use a OTG usb slash drive and make another backup so I have 2 one on the sdcard and one on the usb flash drive. Then after your done backing up format the data by hitting the wipe key in blue on the screen than hit format data key and type yes. Its to format your internal storage completely because its encrypted. After that flash the disable encryption zip go into install key in TWRP than select storage and hopefully you have all the files on external sd card find the Dm Flash encryption disabler and click it should pop up a swipe to confirm flash swipe to flash. Next hit back key and fine theWETA Kernel zip file and swipe to flash. Than same thing again with magisk I would try magisk 20.4. Reboot to system
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So Im on android 10 and doing all the above. After getting into a fresh install a window pops up saying there is a problem with my device and touch controls dont work, however the pen does work. If I dont flash the kernel and encryption disabler it boots fine but it looks like TWRP has issues then.
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Can someone kindly tell me how to root Tap S6 without TWRP methods. I tried to do the TWRP method but my phone bricked and stuck with bootloop. To stop bootloop I have to flash the android 10 stock firmware.

Stay on topic.I will publish no TWRP root method.

andybrown2k said:
Can someone kindly tell me how to root Tap S6 without TWRP methods. I tried to do the TWRP method but my phone bricked and stuck with bootloop. To stop bootloop I have to flash the android 10 stock firmware.
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Have you managed to root your device yet pal?
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I've rooted my SM-T860 using Magisk and Odin on a laptop running windows 7. It was before android 10 was released for our devices and I haven't installed TWRP. I sold the laptop to a friend but I still have access to it when I need to use it. I'm terrified of bricking my tablet and probably over cautious. I want to upgrade to android 10 and be able to pass SafetyNet in Magisk etc. Sorry to be a pain, is anyone willing to tell me what I need to download in advance to then use on my friends laptop? Or can the upgrade and SafetyNet fix be done without having to use a computer?
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What if KG State is prenormal?
How can I make it checking?
Thanks

Hello Everyone,
Its been a while I haven't rooted my devices since note 3 dev.
I just want to thank all those who have helped to create the root guide for the Galaxy Tab S6 (SM-T860).
My sincerest Thank you. XDA-Community has always been helpful with rooting or helping/guiding if one brick their devices.

Unlock/Root without Access to OS??
Anyone able to assist me with a Galaxy Tab S6 (SM-T860) that I cannot enable Debugging or OEM Unlock from inside Android OS 10 ?? The original owner is now deceased and I am trying to get this unit reworked for her Sister, my customer. Any help will be greatly appreciated.. ( I have a bunch of experience rooting/rom'ing, using Linux etc. so I can follow some "advanced instructions" if someone has them. Thx in advance..

GNEX_USR said:
Anyone able to assist me with a Galaxy Tab S6 (SM-T860) that I cannot enable Debugging or OEM Unlock from inside Android OS 10 ?? The original owner is now deceased and I am trying to get this unit reworked for her Sister, my customer. Any help will be greatly appreciated.. ( I have a bunch of experience rooting/rom'ing, using Linux etc. so I can follow some "advanced instructions" if someone has them. Thx in advance..
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Take a look at https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s6/development/recovery-twrp-3-3-1-t3975587/post83615509

How i did it (im on november patch stock)
1. unlocked bootloader (youtube helped)
2. install samsung drivers
3. installed twrp.tar by using odin 3.14.1 (placed the twrp.tar in the AP list; uncked auto reboot and ra-partiton)
4. rebooted into download mode (power off device and connect usb to laptop and press Vol up + down together until download mode appears) then ensure the blue box appears on odin before flashing
5. blue box appeared. so flashed the twrp.tar
6. pressed Vol+down to reboot and then immediately pressed vol + Up to boot into twrp
7. Format data, reboot recovery; once in recovery connect to pc to copy over files for next steps
8. Flash encryption disabler (download)
6. Flash canary Magisk (download)
7. Reboot system
8. may hang on first boot, hard reset after 3 mins. Enjoy!!

I followed this to the T for 2 T860's
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 (SM-T860/T865) Guide: Unlock Bootloader, Install TWRP, and Root using Magisk
Through this step-by-step guide, you will learn how to unlock the bootloader, install TWRP recovery, and simultaneously root Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 via Magisk. This guide is compatible with SM-T860…
www.thecustomdroid.com

jdmst77 said:
I followed this to the T for 2 T860's
Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 (SM-T860/T865) Guide: Unlock Bootloader, Install TWRP, and Root using Magisk
Through this step-by-step guide, you will learn how to unlock the bootloader, install TWRP recovery, and simultaneously root Samsung Galaxy Tab S6 via Magisk. This guide is compatible with SM-T860…
www.thecustomdroid.com
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Does thiis work in Android 11 also?
Thanks,

sosimple said:
Does thiis work in Android 11 also?
Thanks,
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Yes but you don't have a custom kernel so just flash magisk on stock kernel and it'll root

I'm stuck in Download Mode. And I tried to flash stock firmware but My tablet won't stay connected to Odin long enough to flash. And I can't get back into TWRP. What should I do?