So, I think I have the right idea but I wanted to make sure before I do anything so I don't brick or cause headaches for myself.
Currently on:
Hellkat 4.2.2
Kernel: BMS 3.4.77
Basebad: I535VRBLK1
Download Mode shows the following:
ODIN MODE
Product name: SCH-I535
Custom Binary Download: No
Current Binary: Samsung Official
System Status: Custom
Qualcomm Secureboot: Enable
My understanding is that I should get the MF1 firmware: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1788313
Flash that through recovery (do I need to wipe anything before/after this?)
Update baseband from that thread as well (do I flash this through recovery as well?)
And then I should be good?
Thanks in advance!
carngeX said:
So, I think I have the right idea but I wanted to make sure before I do anything so I don't brick or cause headaches for myself.
Currently on:
Hellkat 4.2.2
Kernel: BMS 3.4.77
Basebad: I535VRBLK1
Download Mode shows the following:
ODIN MODE
Product name: SCH-I535
Custom Binary Download: No
Current Binary: Samsung Official
System Status: Custom
Qualcomm Secureboot: Enable
My understanding is that I should get the MF1 firmware: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1788313
Flash that through recovery (do I need to wipe anything before/after this?)
Update baseband from that thread as well (do I flash this through recovery as well?)
And then I should be good?
Thanks in advance!
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
All you need to do is what invisiblek says in this line:
"My recommendation: if you aren't already on MF1 firmware (below), flash that. Then update your baseband with this: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i535/modem..._ML1_modem.zip"
Both are flashed in recovery, you don't need to wipe first, or reboot or anything in between. Just flash this: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i535/firmware/d2vzw_VRBMF1_firmware.zip, and then flash this: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i535/modems/d2vzw_ML1_modem.zip. The first ZIP updates all the phone's firmware to the MF1 version, the second ZIP is just updating the radio portion of the firmware to ML1. If you're sticking with an AOSP ROM, there is no need to update the radio, but feel free to try the ML1 radio if you want, it may improve your reception. Sticking to MF1 won't cause any problems with your ROM though.
Jacquestrapp said:
All you need to do is what invisiblek says in this line:
"My recommendation: if you aren't already on MF1 firmware (below), flash that. Then update your baseband with this: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i535/modem..._ML1_modem.zip"
Both are flashed in recovery, you don't need to wipe first, or reboot or anything in between. Just flash this: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i535/firmware/d2vzw_VRBMF1_firmware.zip, and then flash this: http://invisiblek.org/sch-i535/modems/d2vzw_ML1_modem.zip. The first ZIP updates all the phone's firmware to the MF1 version, the second ZIP is just updating the radio portion of the firmware to ML1. If you're sticking with an AOSP ROM, there is no need to update the radio, but feel free to try the ML1 radio if you want, it may improve your reception. Sticking to MF1 won't cause any problems with your ROM though.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Awesome, that's what I figured I had to do, but I just wanted to confirm what I was thinking. Thanks!
Related
I recently flashed my Captivate with Cognition 4.2.2. I just noticed that 4.3 is out now with some desirable updates. Furthermore, I notice that there is a full ROM and a "Kernel only" version.
I have noticed that some people only talk about doing a full ODIN procedure back to stock is only necessary when flashing an entirely new ROM.
If I update to 4.3 :
Can I flash the kernel only? Or is there lot's of important things I will be missing. Is it only recommended to update kernel if I know that there have ONLY been updates to the kernel?
Is it important to flash back to Stock? Or can I just put the update in the root directory and use clockwork to boot after renaming the ROM to "update.zip"?
Any information on the way that these parts intertwine and what an update to one does to the others would be appreciated.
Thank you!
Hello,
If this is not the right place for this please fell free to move it.
Now that more unofficial roms like Cyanogenmod are getting closer to a stable/bug free release I am wondering about a few things.
According to Cyanogenmod's install guide a OLDER Kernel and Bootloader must be flashed in order to get recovery installed and Cyanogenmod running, one would also assume that most other custom roms would require this as well.
3. Flash the aboot.mbn file from VRALEC.bootloader.tar.md5 with Heimdall:
heimdall flash --ABOOT aboot.mbn
4. Flash the older kernel from VRALF2.boot.tar.md5 with Heimdall:
heimdall flash --boot boot.img
5. You should now be able to download and flash recovery:
koush's ClockworkMod Recovery: download
md5sum:3b13219e967fc622c035540107ee5553
heimdall flash --recovery your_recovery_image.img
6. Flash bootloader zipfile via recovery:
Flash the VRALE6.bootloader.zip in recovery
Install zip from sdcard
Choose VRALE6.bootloader.zip
Confirm installation
Reboot
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Using this tutorial by invisiblek I obtained Root and Clockworkmod recovery some time ago and have not updated or touched the FW since. I even disabled OTA updates to avoid loosing my root.
In About Device I have:
Android Version 4.0.4
Baseband Version I535VRLF2
Kernel Version 3.0.8
Build number is I535VRALF2
CWM recovery version: 6.0.1.2
Would using the above methods to flash a new bootloader and kernel even be necessary on my phone to get Cyanogenmod running? Besides flashing the phone originally I have done nothing to change or update this stock rom.
The reason I ask is I would rather avoid any potentially phone bricking steps for installation of custom roms if they are unnecessary.
Thanks for the help in advance.
You can easily update your CWM version and bootchain (unlocked), which makes flashing custom kernels and ROMs possible, by via Odin. If that's what you wanted to know? Haha.
Well I was more wondering if I needed to even bother flashing my kernel/bootloader in order to get custom roms to run?
nuke235 said:
Well I was more wondering if I needed to even bother flashing my kernel/bootloader in order to get custom roms to run?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
In order to load a custom ROM you'll need to be rooted, have an unlocked boot loader, and a custom recovery such as CWM or TWRP installed.
Most custom ROMS are based on a certain firmware. For instance Scott's ROM is based off of the I535VRBMB1 firmware but works with some older firmwares, however, it will not work with the newest firmware I535VRBMF1 (camera doesn't work).
Check this thread for newer firmwares (flashable through recovery) if you want to update yours!
I recently purchased an S3 off of craigslist. It already had the latest version of CyanogenMod. I want to update the baseband version. Currently it is on I535VRLHE. What is the latest version I can flash it to without bricking?
Current setup
CM 10.2.1-d2vzw
I535VRLHE
Basically, i want to update my phone to CM 11, but i want to make sure it is done right.
Dullawolf said:
I recently purchased an S3 off of craigslist. It already had the latest version of CyanogenMod. I want to update the baseband version. Currently it is on I535VRLHE. What is the latest version I can flash it to without bricking?
Current setup
CM 10.2.1-d2vzw
I535VRLHE
Basically, i want to update my phone to CM 11, but i want to make sure it is done right.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
VRUCML1 is the most recent baseband. You can flash full firmwares up to MF1, but only flash the ML1 baseband (or radio, modem.) They can all be found here as well as an explanation as to why you can flash only the radio on ML1:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1788313
landshark68 said:
VRUCML1 is the most recent baseband. You can flash full firmwares up to MF1, but only flash the ML1 baseband (or radio, modem.) They can all be found here as well as an explanation as to why you can flash only the radio on ML1:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1788313
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you for that. I read it once and didn't understand it. Read it again and made a little more sense of it. Came across this
1.) Install d2vzw_VRBMF1_firmware.zip
2.) Install d2vzw_ML1_modem.zip
Can I just use twrp to flash these? That is my current recovery.
Dullawolf said:
Thank you for that. I read it once and didn't understand it. Read it again and made a little more sense of it. Came across this
1.) Install d2vzw_VRBMF1_firmware.zip
2.) Install d2vzw_ML1_modem.zip
Can I just use twrp to flash these? That is my current recovery.
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Yes you can
landshark68 said:
Yes you can
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Thank you for your assistance. On both threads. Now I just need to find a tether app to use.
Hi all
I have a verizon one m8 which runs stock 4.4.2 it is rooted, s-offed by sunshine and has TWRP recovery.
The LTE bands are open but when there is an available LTE network there are some network problems and many disconnections occur. (mainly when entering the LTE area)
I tried some various fixes but nothing worked so I want to update to a customized lollipop firmware.
I did search a -lot but didn't find what are the steps to update.
Can anyone guide or direct me please?
Huge Thanks
Parnuk
If you are just looking to update the firmware here is a link for you. If I were you I would consider a newer ROM to go along with the new firmware.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2723159
thanks!
Some more questions please :
Can my current Rom run with this newer firmware?
Will it still be rooted?
What are the chances to get bricked
To get a newer Rom, should I wipe and then install it from twrp after the firmware update?
last one: this all has nothing to do with the recovery, right?
Sorry for the nooobity, it's all so different comparing to my old SGS
parnuk said:
thanks!
Some more questions please :
Can my current Rom run with this newer firmware? YES
Will it still be rooted? YES
What are the chances to get bricked slim to none
To get a newer Rom, should I wipe and then install it from twrp after the firmware update?Yes a full wipe but do the firmware upgrade first
last one: this all has nothing to do with the recovery, right? You need the latest recovery TWRP preferred
Sorry for the nooobity, it's all so different comparing to my old SGS
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
Also, hit the link in my signature for more details.
Great, the latest twrp didn't work on my current firmware.
I have an older one, can I update it after the rom?
parnuk said:
Great, the latest twrp didn't work on my current firmware.
I have an older one, can I update it after the rom?
Click to expand...
Click to collapse
You can but the chances of something going wrong are higher. Flash TWRP with fastboot, then firmware with fastboot, then ROM with TWRP is your best bet.
I got a T-Mobile S6 from a friend, and I'm trying to do whatever I can to enable using it on AT&T. I think a custom ROM might be nice, but I'm stuck on this CSC business.
It was weirdly flashed before, so I flashed it back to stock using Odin and a recent image from sammobile.
The image was G920TUVU5FQG3_G920TTMB5FQG3_TMB
Device: SM-G920T
Android Verson: 7.0
Baseband: G920TUVU5FQG3
Kernel Version:
3.10.61-11187574
[email protected] #1
Any advice is appreciated. I'm confident enough to flash TWRP and other things on the phone. (I've done some NAND hacking in my day.)
I'm just lacking some concise instruction/direction.
I assume I need to
1) Flash TWRP using Odin
2) Root the phone by flashing SuperSU or Magisk
3) Flash AT&T compatible ROM using TWRP
What am I missing with the CSC stuff? Do I need files from somewhere? When I tried to go through the install for "Ultimate Nougat 2.0" I got stuck on the which CSC, because it didn't appear to have a CSC compatible with AT&T/USA.
The goal is to use this phone on AT&T, hopefully with a decent debloated ROM that is as close to native google android as possible and doesn't have any vendor nonsense.
Thank you for your time.
You don't need to do anything regarding to CSC stuff.
Just flash TWRP and do whatever you want to do.