Background: Friend's Galaxy S6 ; SM-G920F ; Android 5.1.1 ; Bricked when failed to root
Hello, I am posting on behalf of a friend who bricked his phone. He accidentally flashed the 5.0.2 CF autoroot when his phone had updated to 5.1.1. Normally, this would be easy to fix by flashing its stock firmware.
However, we have no idea what the country of origin or carrier of the phone are. We only know the model number, SM-G920F, the IMEI, and serial number. I have tried using Samsung's new smart switch to detect the correct firmware, but it did not work. Unfortunately, my friend purchased his S6 from a not-so-trustworthy seller from Indonesia and has not been able to get a hold of them. We only have access to the sticker with its model, serial, and IMEI numbers on the phone's back. Any help or tips will be appreciated. We just want to unbrick his phone. Thanks in advance!
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Background: Friend's Galaxy S6 ; SM-G920F ; Android 5.1.1 ; Bricked when failed to root
Hello, I am posting on behalf of a friend who bricked his phone. He accidentally flashed the 5.0.2 CF autoroot when his phone had updated to 5.1.1. Normally, this would be easy to fix by flashing its stock firmware.
However, we have no idea what the country of origin or carrier of the phone are. We only know the model number, SM-G920F, the IMEI, and serial number. I have tried using Samsung's new smart switch to detect the correct firmware, but it did not work. Unfortunately, my friend purchased his S6 from a not-so-trustworthy seller from Indonesia and has not been able to get a hold of them. We only have access to the sticker with its model, serial, and IMEI numbers on the phone's back. Any help or tips will be appreciated. We just want to unbrick his phone. Thanks in advance!
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Hello there! Welcome to XDA!
First register an XDA account (so you can ask in the proper forum)
then, you may ask for help here: (see below)
Galaxy S6 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting
Your device experts are located there....(You will have a much better chance of getting help there)
Also, here is the Main Galaxy S6 Area just in case:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6
Always Remember to use the Search...
Thank you! Hope this help!
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I really need help.Few days ago I traveled china and bought galaxy S5.
Now, I want to root the device but In my device the model is only :SM -G900. nothing is written after G900. for that i cant find the version from internet for rooting the device. At last i installed an apps name CPU-Z. In here the model number is showing SM -G900 (k3gduosctc).
But still i can't find the right version to root the device.
plz help me....
You'd need to look at the Sticker behind the battery for determination of the correct Device Model Number. Sometimes the information you see in Settings > About is not accurate. The apps you'd use may get mislaid.
Having said that Since you bought in China, it is likely to either SM-G900I (for Asia Market) or SM-G900K/L/S (Korea Market). My Money would be on SM-G900I. Given that the device is so new, we do not have sub forum for this specific variant yet. But depending on which carrier you are using or planning to use, here are the links to Relevant forums. Sprint Galaxy S5, Verizon Galaxy S5, T-Mobile Galaxy S5, AT&T Galaxy S5
To your question on Root, here's a nice thread for Sprint S5. It gives you a general Idea. But understandably the specifics would depends on your Model.
You may also use Android Hardware Info app or any other Device info apps that look at the hardware to determine Model Number.
nissan0808 said:
I really need help.Few days ago I traveled china and bought galaxy S5.
Now, I want to root the device but In my device the model is only :SM -G900. nothing is written after G900. for that i cant find the version from internet for rooting the device. At last i installed an apps name CPU-Z. In here the model number is showing SM -G900 (k3gduosctc).
But still i can't find the right version to root the device.
plz help me....
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Just in addition what Perseus71 already wrote:
Chainfire has already created CF-AutoRoot for various S5 variants.
This is IMO the easiest way to root your device. I have done this with my SM-G900F too.
But first do what Perseus71 has suggested ... you should be sure what exact model of the S5 you have.
It_ler said:
Just in addition what Perseus71 already wrote:
Chainfire has already created CF-AutoRoot for various S5 variants.
This is IMO the easiest way to root your device. I have done this with my SM-G900F too.
But first do what Perseus71 has suggested ... you should be sure what exact model of the S5 you have.
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what is Perseus71.I told that the model is showing only SM-G900 nothing else.i know there is various model like SM-G900F,SM-G900L etc but my s5 is only showing SM-G900 nothing else.thats why i asked the question.The only thing i can see the model SM-G900(k3gduosctc) when i use cpu-z apps. I can't find this SM-G900(k3gduosctc) model any where...
Is that what is mentioned on the Sticker behind Battery, under Model ?
Perseus71 said:
Is that what is mentioned on the Sticker behind Battery, under Model ?
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i cant find it...here's a detail that is wtitten on the about:
model:SM-G900(k3gduosctc)
board:MSM8974
HARDWRE:UNIVERSAL5410
ANDROID VERSION:4.4.2
KERNEL ARCHITECTURE:ARMV7I
KERNEL VERSION:3.4.5(G900DKEU1ANCC)
nissan0808 said:
i cant find it...here's a detail that is wtitten on the about:
model:SM-G900(k3gduosctc)
board:MSM8974
HARDWRE:UNIVERSAL5410
ANDROID VERSION:4.4.2
KERNEL ARCHITECTURE:ARMV7I
KERNEL VERSION:3.4.5(G900DKEU1ANCC)
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Hi nissan0808,
I am sorry to inform you that the "UNIVERSAL5410" is commonly used on fake Galaxy devices ( Mostly S4 ). You can make sure by entering your IMEI here: IMEI Analysis. Check under the IMEI Validity Assessment.
Find it by dailing *#06#
This doesn't necessarily mean that you can't root the device, you can try the following tool:
Framaroot
Cheers!
Hi guys, I have a samsung gt i9300 international bought it last week with android 4.1.1 stock. I upgraded it to 4.3 and then suddenly it could not perform any gsm related action like calling, texting internet etc with a NOT CONNECTED ON NETWORK error message.
I did my homework and found out that
1. the imei beneath the battery is different from the one inside the phone via #*06#
2. I have a generic imei with 00449 etc....
3. I did not backed up the efs folder and ever since I paniced and changed like 10 roms without succeeding.
4. I found out that the solution is to recover my imei
Now I have tried many ways to recover but failed. Is there a way somebody may suggest may be I have not used that one?
Thanks for your time guys I appreciate.
nasznjoka said:
Hi guys, I have a samsung gt i9300 international bought it last week with android 4.1.1 stock. I upgraded it to 4.3 and then suddenly it could not perform any gsm related action like calling, texting internet etc with a NOT CONNECTED ON NETWORK error message.
I did my homework and found out that
1. the imei beneath the battery is different from the one inside the phone via #*06#
2. I have a generic imei with 00449 etc....
3. I did not backed up the efs folder and ever since I paniced and changed like 10 roms without succeeding.
4. I found out that the solution is to recover my imei
Now I have tried many ways to recover but failed. Is there a way somebody may suggest may be I have not used that one?
Thanks for your time guys I appreciate.
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I assume that you have already tried this method: [GUIDE] Recover your IMEI in 9 steps..
If not, please do so.
If it doesn't help, check this thread: Samsung Galaxy S III I9300, I9305 > Galaxy S III Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting > [Q] Generic IMEI 0049990106400 / 01.
It's about the same issue and has some useful answers.
If nothing helps, please ask the question in the [HELP THREAD] Galaxy S3 Ask any question. thread.
Best place to get quick help for your device IMO.
Thread closed and thank you.
My Samsung s6 edge has no cell service. IMEI blocked. I think what I have to do is "root", "flash" and somehow get the phone to start using the "Generic IMEI"(???)
but whatever info I will get out of this, my friend who is more cunning is going to use to help me.
It's running on the Original ROM at the moment.
Modelnumber: SM-G925F
Android-version: 5.0.2
I want to be able to use my phone again, and will take any measures.
Hello, and welcome to XDA Assist! Here is a good rooting guide for you: How to Root Any Device. For roms to flash, look here: Galaxy S6 Edge Android Development or Galaxy S6 Edge Original Android Development.
Good luck!
I'm sorry but I need some help. I do not want to ruin my phone. I have a Galaxy S6 G920AUCS5DPI1 and want to remove all the AT&T stuff from it, also possibly ROOT it. IAll the info I find it seems is for every model but mine. I don't even understand the model number other than the American stands for its a AT&T built phone. Can someone please help me flash the correct firmware for my model phone and also will it change this number to say a G920F??? I really don't want to ruin my phone....
JasonLee858 said:
I'm sorry but I need some help. I do not want to ruin my phone. I have a Galaxy S6 G920AUCS5DPI1 and want to remove all the AT&T stuff from it, also possibly ROOT it. IAll the info I find it seems is for every model but mine. I don't even understand the model number other than the American stands for its a AT&T built phone. Can someone please help me flash the correct firmware for my model phone and also will it change this number to say a G920F??? I really don't want to ruin my phone....
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Greetings and welcome to assist. There is a dedicated forum for the at&t s6 here
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s6
unfortunately your bootloader is locked and conventional root does not work but this thread should help you
https://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s6/general/root-5-1-1-qa-oj7-root-snag-t3334546
Good Luck
Sawdoctor
Hi....i have recently acquired a second hand galaxy note 5 online(sm-n920A),it does not show imei when dialing *#06#.Running on 7.0 android
Im in Botswana,Africa and I want to use my local sim.Which firmware should i download and which software tool should i use to install it.Please help
MachaiBW said:
Hi....i have recently acquired a second hand galaxy note 5 online(sm-n920A),.........
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I don't have this device but, your best bet is to post this question within the following Q&A thread that's specific to your device and variants.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3220229
Good Luck!
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Sent using The ClaRetoX Forum App on my SM-G900V device.
MachaiBW said:
Hi....i have recently acquired a second hand galaxy note 5 online(sm-n920A),it does not show imei when dialing *#06#.Running on 7.0 android
Im in Botswana,Africa and I want to use my local sim.Which firmware should i download and which software tool should i use to install it.Please help
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Hi I'm also from Namibia and having a similar problem and I'm looking for this firmware that was on the phone n920axxs4cpk1..It was working before and I also have a efs back up in Z3X folder together with the nv data but after update from an app the phone restarted and was just in a bootloop and I reset and even wipe cache but no solution and I had to flash the phone from the z3x support files but now the baseband is corrupt and no imei