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Galaxy S6 5.1.1 root

Hi,my galaxy s6 is on version 5.1.1 with the G920FXXU2BOGG firmware and I want to root it but don't know the right method.I know that there is already a method on how to root galaxy s6 on 5.1.1 but does it support my firmware?because it is made to root the first 5.1.1 firmware or it supports all galaxy s6 5.1.1 firmwares?

hlm19 said:
Hi,my galaxy s6 is on version 5.1.1 with the G920FXXU2BOGG firmware and I want to root it but don't know the right method.I know that there is already a method on how to root galaxy s6 on 5.1.1 but does it support my firmware?because it is made to root the first 5.1.1 firmware or it supports all galaxy s6 5.1.1 firmwares?
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Only way to get root on 5.1.1 thus far is by flashing TWRP recovery.
If you are an amateur to this sort of thing I would highly suggest not to do that.
It will void your warranty permanently by tripping KNOX which can't be "un-tripped"
May I ask why you think you need/want root?

I want to root my galaxy s6 as I see some good custom roms and want to try them.I've had some android phones before like the galaxy note 4,galaxy note 3,htc one m8 and galaxy nexus and rooted them.Just curious on how to root my gs6 with the XXU2BOGG firmware.Does the 5.1.1 root method supports my firmware?

hlm19 said:
I wan't to root my galaxy s6 as I see some good custom roms and want to try them.I've had some android phones before like the galaxy note 4,galaxy note 3,htc one m8 and galaxy nexus and rooted them.Just curious on how to root my gs6 with the XXU2BOGG firmware.Does the 5.1.1 root method supports my firmware?
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Okay then, as long as you aware of the risks..
Rooting isn't device dependent, it's just software. It's supported on any firmware as long as you have TWRP installed. It just installs SuperSU for you into the system files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/orig-development/twrp-t3080940
Pretty sure TWRP is supported on all models of S6/Edge, they all share the same hardware as each other.
Just flash it with Odin version 3.10.6.
Grab it here ZeroFLTE represents all S6 models except Sprint model which require their own special one (no idea why)
You then follow the Odin install method, making sure you're using 3.10.6. Otherwise more than likely will not work.
After installation of TWRP and then booting into TWRP you will be faced with the "SuperSU is not installed, would you like to install it?"
.. And done.
Er, actually I think that appears when when you go to restart via TWRP menu
But yeah.. best of luck, don't blame me if your phone explodes into a fire ball that goes nuclear and destroys the world.. Or simply bricks it
Edit: Wait are you talking about the Chainfire root method? If you are you may as well not even consider that if you're planning on custom firmware installs.. TWRP is your best bet because it isn't device/firmware specific like CF. And you need TWRP for firmware installs anyway..

Stevles said:
Okay then, as long as you aware of the risks..
Rooting isn't device dependent, it's just software. It's supported on any firmware as long as you have TWRP installed. It just installs SuperSU for you into the system files.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/orig-development/twrp-t3080940
Pretty sure TWRP is supported on all models of S6/Edge, they all share the same hardware as each other.
Just flash it with Odin version 3.10.6.
Grab it here ZeroFLTE represents all S6 models except Sprint model which require their own special one (no idea why)
You then follow the Odin install method, making sure you're using 3.10.6. Otherwise more than likely will not work.
After installation of TWRP and then booting into TWRP you will be faced with the "SuperSU is not installed, would you like to install it?"
.. And done.
Er, actually I think that appears when when you go to restart via TWRP menu
But yeah.. best of luck, don't blame me if your phone explodes into a fire ball that goes nuclear and destroys the world.. Or simply bricks it
Edit: Wait are you talking about the Chainfire root method? If you are you may as well not even consider that if you're planning on custom firmware installs.. TWRP is your best bet because it isn't device/firmware specific like CF. And you need TWRP for firmware installs anyway..
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Thanks mate!So twrp now supports 5.1.1?

Welcome! TWRP has supported 5.1.1 since the latest version: 2.8.7.1. Change log is in the second post here. Take care and have fun

Stevles said:
Welcome! TWRP has supported 5.1.1 since the latest version: 2.8.7.1. Change log is in the second post here. Take care and have fun
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Thanks again!But I thought the only way to root the gs6 with 5.1.1 is by using the unikernel something?as 5.1.1 is different than 5.0.2.

hlm19 said:
Thanks again!But I thought the only way to root the gs6 with 5.1.1 is by using the unikernel something?as 5.1.1 is different than 5.0.2.
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Not sure about that.. Perhaps install unikernal first just to be sure
Okay so go to the last page or two of the TWRP thread and start reading

Stevles said:
Not sure about that.. Perhaps install unikernal first just to be sure
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Yeah,just checked and have to flash unikernel first and then the twrp via odin.If I root using this twrp method,it supports my 5.1.1 firmware right?Sorry for lots of asking.

hlm19 said:
Yeah,just checked and have to flash unikernel first and then the twrp via odin.If I root using this twrp method,it supports my 5.1.1 firmware right?Sorry for lots of asking.
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Assuming it doesn't boot loop with unikernel (all reports say it's fine) then yeah you won't have any dramas with root via TWRP.. Like I said it's just software, the boot loop comes from Samsung being slippery Gypsies and modifying their kernels to basically stop people from modifying system partitions. Hence the need for a custom kernel to bypass that crap. You'll be fine

Stevles said:
Assuming it doesn't boot loop with unikernel (all reports say it's fine) then yeah you won't have any dramas with root via TWRP.. Like I said it's just software, the boot loop comes from Samsung being slippery Gypsies and modifying their kernels to basically stop people from modifying system partitions. Hence the need for a custom kernel to bypass that crap. You'll be fine
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Yeah,and if I need to unroot it,I do just flash the official firmware via odin?

hlm19 said:
Yeah,and if I need to unroot it,I do just flash the official firmware via odin?
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Sorry for delayed response.. Yes flashing a firmware tar. md5 will reset the system partition back to full stock and replace the recovery, kernel, modem etc.
Just download one corresponding to your device ie.. SM-G92XX where the first X is either a 5 or 0 and the second is the country or region the phone was intended for. I keep the latest firmware for my device and country (not carrier because it has too much bloatware) around at all times to undo any screw ups and start again

Stevles said:
Sorry for delayed response.. Yes flashing a firmware tar. md5 will reset the system partition back to full stock and replace the recovery, kernel, modem etc.
Just download one corresponding to your device ie.. SM-G92XX where the first X is either a 5 or 0 and the second is the country or region the phone was intended for. I keep the latest firmware for my device and country (not carrier because it has too much bloatware) around at all times to undo any screw ups and start again
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Thanks for the help!Will try it

Try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/samsung-galaxy-s-6--s-6-edge-unified-development/kernel-stockmod-kernel-t3100395

roydok said:
Try this:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s6/samsung-galaxy-s-6--s-6-edge-unified-development/kernel-stockmod-kernel-t3100395
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I think he may have already actually, thanks for your input. It was certainly mentioned earlier but now there's a link which is always nice

What does tripping KNOX do? I like and would like to continue using the Tap & Pay feature from my bank. Is KNOX separate from the secure element the bank uses?
Other than providing a separate environment for work, what else does KNOX provide?

Downgrade from 5.1.1 to 5.0.2 Galaxy s6 DUOS

Any idea of downgrading to 5.0.2 from 5.1.1. I want to downgrade because, my 3G service has been stopped when I upgrade from OTA to 5.1.1.

Official downgrade via odin is not possible. Either you try to solve the issue on 5.1.1 by flashing different firmwares or you go for a custom 5.0.2 Rom.

never do that because 5.1.1 has updated bootloader which will cause problems if u flash downgraded rom
im not sure if u can downgrade bootloader version and how to do this .... but i think if u downgraded the boatloader u can flash 5.0.2

i have Galaxy G9200 HK
i success downgrade it from 5.1.1 to 5.0.2
1.first i downgrade kernel from 5.1.1 to 5.0.2 (made .tar archiwe with only boot.img this ROM http://rom.shuaji.net/rom/6783.html Pingpongroot possible)
2. Now Galaxy S6 is wiped
3. install from ODIN this rom http://rom.shuaji.net/rom/8085.html ( not working on it pingpong root)
For root need again install pingpong root kernel possible, root and again back to kernel from rom http://rom.shuaji.net/rom/8085.html
USE IT ON your responsibility & IF your phone no start or method don't working .you know how install back 5.1.1 from samsung smart switch!

XxM4tzexX said:
Official downgrade via odin is not possible. Either you try to solve the issue on 5.1.1 by flashing different firmwares or you go for a custom 5.0.2 Rom.
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Is it possible to flash this one: [ROM]-[S6.G920F] VN™ROM-S6-G920FXXU1AOE3 ??? This is 5.0.2.

Sure you can flash this. But keep in mind that Knox will be tripped.

galaxyuserx said:
i have Galaxy G9200 HK
i success downgrade it from 5.1.1 to 5.0.2
1.first i downgrade kernel from 5.1.1 to 5.0.2 (made .tar archiwe with only boot.img this ROM http://rom.shuaji.net/rom/6783.html Pingpongroot possible)
2. Now Galaxy S6 is wiped
3. install from ODIN this rom http://rom.shuaji.net/rom/8085.html ( not working on it pingpong root)
For root need again install pingpong root kernel possible, root and again back to kernel from rom http://rom.shuaji.net/rom/8085.html
USE IT ON your responsibility & IF your phone no start or method don't working .you know how install back 5.1.1 from samsung smart switch!
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You sure the link is safe? I've tried to use FireFox or Chrome but they both reported "The site contains malware" warning......

I doubt your 3g problem has anything to do with 5.1.1. Check the APN settings or go to a store.

XxM4tzexX said:
Official downgrade via odin is not possible. Either you try to solve the issue on 5.1.1 by flashing different firmwares or you go for a custom 5.0.2 Rom.
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Zhypr said:
I doubt your 3g problem has anything to do with 5.1.1. Check the APN settings or go to a store.
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My APN setting is alright. When I purchase this phone, my 3G was Ok but after one upgrade from OTA my 3G problem arises. So I think if I roll back to 5.0.2 my 3G problem will gone.

rony0505 said:
My APN setting is alright. When I purchase this phone, my 3G was Ok but after one upgrade from OTA my 3G problem arises. So I think if I roll back to 5.0.2 my 3G problem will gone.
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The update can be the occasion, but it's not the problem. You shouldn't accept your flagship phone to be stuck on 5.0.2. Just contact the shop you bought it form.

TheEndHK said:
You sure the link is safe? I've tried to use FireFox or Chrome but they both reported "The site contains malware" warning......
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Site don't working now :/ but this instruction can work with another ROMs 5.0.2 i downloaded my roms from this site but now ...
I see this warning. I ignore it and see broken website :|

galaxyuserx said:
Site don't working now :/ but this instruction can work with another ROMs 5.0.2 i downloaded my roms from this site but now ...
I see this warning. I ignore it and see broken website :|
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Does this method trip knox?

TheEndHK said:
Does this method trip knox?
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My phone have 0x0 KNOX you know i used only orginal samsung kernels from stock ROMs and stock ROMs ;]

galaxyuserx said:
My phone have 0x0 KNOX you know i used only orginal samsung kernels from stock ROMs and stock ROMs ;]
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I'm also with HK G9200 and actually I want to go back 5.0.2 with pingpong root. Can you upload that kernel and rom on baidu cloud and share to us?

TheEndHK said:
I'm also with HK G9200 and actually I want to go back 5.0.2 with pingpong root. Can you upload that kernel and rom on baidu cloud and share to us?
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i can't verify account on baidu because i don't have chinese phone number but i have rom
G9200ZHU1AOF1_G9200ZZH1AOF1_G9200ZHU1AOF1_HOME.tar
and kernel from Lřđă SM-G9200 5.0.2 LRX22G.G9200ZHU1AOE4.tar
install first kernel from 5.0.2 it crash system 5.1.1
after that G9200ZHU1AOF1_G9200ZZH1AOF1_G9200ZHU1AOF1_HOME.tar
and again kernel from LRX22G.G9200ZHU1AOE4
now you must in pingpong boot actualisation in program and try root.
and after you success rooted you can back to kernel from G9200ZHU1AOF1_G9200ZZH1AOF1_G9200ZHU1AOF1_HOME.tar
for me it worked and i think you can find this roms on google or baidu.
http://www22.zippyshare.com/v/dj07iRfw/file.html < kernel from "Lřđă SM-G9200 5.0.2 LRX22G.G9200ZHU1AOE4.tar"
with that you need only "G9200ZHU1AOF1_G9200ZZH1AOF1_G9200ZHU1AOF1_HOME.tar" rom
hope it can help you.
I now have KNOX tripped, because i want use USB wifi dongle :]
i found on chinese website i think baidu nice kernel for 5.1.1 ( rooted + KNOX removed) but no support usb dongle and without source code this kernel i can't use 5.1.1 now use again 5.0.2 but with TWRP

Ok guys, I have a question.... I have S6, model 920T, Tmobile.... I got a message to said: "the phone has been flased and is lock now you need to reboot and contact your carrier"..... somenthing like that.., I was looking on internet a lot of information, I found one page where I can check the IMEI number, and it said the IMEI# that is in the back and is from 920F, International.... my IMEI # on the phone is corrupted, I already tryed to changed to 920F to see if it can help me with IMEI # but I cant.... any solutions????? Im stock on 5.1.1. And I cant dowgrade either..... please need you all help.... sorry for my english, Im Mexican...

Root Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930W8 Exynos)

Hello everyone,
I just got my new S7 from Telus and my goal now is:
Root the phone
Install a clean stock ROM (bloatware-free)
Now I've been reading a bit but I'm a little unsure whether I'm looking at the best solution out there, or even if I'm on the right track.
These are the 2 options that I'm leaning towards following:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/development/recovery-official-twrp-herolte-t3333770
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s7/development/sm-g930-exynos-cf-auto-root-t3337353
Can you tell me if the TWRP route is the best to follow?
Also, I can't seem to find a Stock ROM, can you point me to the right one for my phone? (Sorry, my searching and Googling skills needs an upgrade.)

Installing twrp wipes the phone, so you lose everything. If you install cfroot first on the other hand, you can backup your stuff with titanium backup and other apps and then install twrp and restore your apps at the end.
http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SM-G930W8

peachpuff said:
Installing twrp wipes the phone, so you lose everything. If you install cfroot first on the other hand, you can backup your stuff with titanium backup and other apps and then install twrp and restore your apps at the end.
http://samsung-updates.com/device/?id=SM-G930W8
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I'm ok with the wipe as I just got the phone today so I have nothing important there.
So would you suggest that I use TWRP over cfroot?
--Also, do you know where the right stock ROM is? I still can't find one.-- Oops, sorry I thought the link you have was part of your signature. I got my ROM now, taking a long time to download though. Haha.

Is there another download location I can use? I messed up the slow download and now I have to wait a long time just to start over with the slow download.

TWRP install does not wipe the phone. If you want to use TWRP to backup/restore data you have to format data (which does wipe the phone), because TWRP does not support the samsung encryption yet (no timeframe for this).
You could still use TWRP to install stuff on /system.
I would go cfroot and flashfire.

quick question here: I've got 930w8 from Bell (Canadian version). on https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ I Cannot see CF-auto-root root for W8 version.
Is it safe to guess that auto-root for 930f (exynos) will do the trick?

starche_old said:
quick question here: I've got 930w8 from Bell (Canadian version). on https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ I Cannot see CF-auto-root root for W8 version.
Is it safe to guess that auto-root for 930f (exynos) will do the trick?
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yes

Opticuhl said:
yes
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thank you bro

Looking to root my Galaxy S7 locked to Rogers, build SM-G930W8. Any suggestions?

JohnnyB79 said:
Looking to root my Galaxy S7 locked to Rogers, build SM-G930W8. Any suggestions?
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You can use Cf Auto root for G930F, is working

Hello!
Just wondering if this CF Root will work to root my device still?
It's April 4, 2017, so this thread is really old.
I've gathered that I can use CF-Auto Root G930F and have that downloaded..
I got my phone from Virgin and live in Canada
It's a Samsung Galaxy S7
Model Number : SM-G930W8 (LU2BQB6)
Android Version : 7.0
I'm trying to spoof Pokemon GO haha, and apparently I need to move some apps to a system folder or something.
First thing first though, figure out how to root.
Quite frankly, I'd be willing to send someone a couple bucks via paypal for any assistance at all.

I can tell you that cf autoroot for international model works on android 6.0.1, not sure if will do the job on android 7

S7 android 7.0 root
Is there a root for android 7.0 for an S7?

tidrew21 said:
Is there a root for android 7.0 for an S7?
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https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/ look in there.
samsung SM-G930W8 heroltebmc heroltebmc universal8890 exynos5 NRD90M.G930W8VLU2BQG4 7.0 44 811 638 Download 28303a60ba77363c26dab7695905de65 27 550
Theres a download link for your phone on android 7. I didn't try it tho so I cant tell if it works or not. Hope this helps.

hey guys ... i have the sm 930w8 .. im on the latest nougat RC2 can i root my phone with cfroot ? with this method or im doomed

Hello fellow g930w8
Before you root your phones look through threads here do some research all your answers are here follow instruction exactly then you will be A OKAY S5 USER ROOTED S7 SOON TO BE ROOTED

Had no problem rooting my phone with cf auto root. Had to make an app a system file then tried to unroot using the super su. Allways fails to unroot. Need safety net to pass

Safe To Root This Version Of Edge?

I am ready to root my device and check out all the custom ROMS/creations that the greats around here have created. BUT - I saw there was a list of incompatible devices, however it is a dead link and I can not see the bad devices when I click the link. Here are my device specs
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model
samsung-sm-n915a
version
6.0.1
kernal
3.10.10-8932341
build
mmb29m.n915aucu2dph5
Am I safe to root? And if yes, can someone point me to a good download of the factory image, just in case I screw the pooch on something? I can't find a good download for that either.
Thanks in advance everyone.
And if it is not listed in any of the jargon above, this is an ATT USA device. Also, here is one of the dead links http://autoroot.chainfire.eu/
Does this method work, or will I brick my device attempting it?
http://trueandroid.com/en/how-to-root-samsung-galaxy-note-edge-sm-n915a-att-without-pc/

King Root doesn't work on 6.0.1. I'm having the same problem

I rooted my n915f few days back wasnt an issue even tho I couldn't find the cf auto root for my build in the list. You should be fine using odin.

SubhanFLX said:
I rooted my n915f few days back wasnt an issue even tho I couldn't find the cf auto root for my build in the list. You should be fine using odin.
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OP was asking about N915A not F

Don't Attempt Root
Do not try that method. I guarantee it will brick your phone. Bootloader on AT&T version is locked and will not be getting an unlock method ever.
If you already did it and bricked.. look for the Marshmallow OTA files for restore via Odin specific to the AT&T version you have. I bricked my note 4 AT&T attempting root and recovered via Odin and stock firmware files. And i know i did this to a note 4 all att Samsung notes of the same generation have the same locked bootloader ='ing no root ever ?
jo15765 said:
I am ready to root my device and check out all the custom ROMS/creations that the greats around here have created. BUT - I saw there was a list of incompatible devices, however it is a dead link and I can not see the bad devices when I click the link. Here are my device specs
Code:
model
samsung-sm-n915a
version
6.0.1
kernal
3.10.10-8932341
build
mmb29m.n915aucu2dph5
Am I safe to root? And if yes, can someone point me to a good download of the factory image, just in case I screw the pooch on something? I can't find a good download for that either.
Thanks in advance everyone.
And if it is not listed in any of the jargon above, this is an ATT USA device. Also, here is one of the dead links http://autoroot.chainfire.eu/
Does this method work, or will I brick my device attempting it?
http://trueandroid.com/en/how-to-root-samsung-galaxy-note-edge-sm-n915a-att-without-pc/
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How can I root my samsung s7 flat????

I'm using a samsung s7 sm-G930f running on android oreo 8.0. I tried kingroot it failed both on mobile and PC, so I try flashing twrp through Odin and it still fail .the thing is I bought this device used when I tried Samsung pass it told me your device has been rooted , yet rootchecker tell me it's not rooted I'm confuse , meanwhile when I got into download mode on my samsung s7 I found G930V and not G930f so I'm even much confuse now. Don't knw where to start from.

Netcrying said:
I'm using a samsung s7 sm-G930f running on android oreo 8.0. I tried kingroot it failed both on mobile and PC, so I try flashing twrp through Odin and it still fail .the thing is I bought this device used when I tried Samsung pass it told me your device has been rooted , yet rootchecker tell me it's not rooted I'm confuse , meanwhile when I got into download mode on my samsung s7 I found G930V and not G930f so I'm even much confuse now. Don't knw where to start from.
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The device is a G930V. It's common to fake a G930F to sell it second hand.
You need to follow root guide for G930V

Netcrying said:
I'm using a samsung s7 sm-G930f running on android oreo 8.0. I tried kingroot it failed both on mobile and PC, so I try flashing twrp through Odin and it still fail .the thing is I bought this device used when I tried Samsung pass it told me your device has been rooted , yet rootchecker tell me it's not rooted I'm confuse , meanwhile when I got into download mode on my samsung s7 I found G930V and not G930f so I'm even much confuse now. Don't knw where to start from.
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Ehhhhh...I think...sorry to say but you...just got an American Verizon model with a Snapdragon 820 SoC with a permanently locked bootloader. I think you can root it in a different way tho, but unless a miracle happens you will be stuck on the stock ROM forever, but it can be rooted. There is a method to root the SM-G930A but IDK if it works with the 930V model. Never knew people rebranded Snapdragon models as Exynos models, scary. Try asking for a refund or a real G930F with Exynos 8890 SoC, you got misled by the seller. If you already had it or got it from a close person then try to get an Exynos one. That rooting method kinda looks dangerous and involves flashing a bootloader. To clarify which model do you REALLY have, install Device Info HW from Play Store

cooltt said:
The device is a G930V. It's common to fake a G930F to sell it second hand.
You need to follow root guide for G930V
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Wattsensi said:
Ehhhhh...I think...sorry to say but you...just got an American Verizon model with a Snapdragon 820 SoC with a permanently locked bootloader. I think you can root it in a different way tho, but unless a miracle happens you will be stuck on the stock ROM forever, but it can be rooted. There is a method to root the SM-G930A but IDK if it works with the 930V model. Never knew people rebranded Snapdragon models as Exynos models, scary. Try asking for a refund or a real G930F with Exynos 8890 SoC, you got misled by the seller. If you already had it or got it from a close person then try to get an Exynos one. That rooting method kinda looks dangerous and involves flashing a bootloader. To clarify which model do you REALLY have, install Device Info HW from Play Store
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have installed both CPU z and cpu info they all told me I'm using 930f but when I go into download mode I see a different number g930v
When I try to use samsung pass it says my device is rooted yet supersu app can't detect root and also my root checker says I'm not root . Please if there's a way to root this device show me please

Netcrying said:
have installed both CPU z and cpu info they all told me I'm using 930f but when I go into download mode I see a different number g930v
When I try to use samsung pass it says my device is rooted yet supersu app can't detect root and also my root checker says I'm not root . Please if there's a way to root this device show me please
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Listen, NO ROOT will work for G930F because the phone is not G930F, someone has just flashed G930F firmware on the phone but the HARDWARE is G930V. Understand? You have been ripped off.
You first need to put G930V firmware back on the phone with Odin, the oldest version of G930V firmware you can find, not the lastest one.
Then go here >>>>>>>https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ot-guide-verizon-s7-s7-edge-sm-g930v-t3411015

cooltt said:
Listen, NO ROOT will work for G930F because the phone is not G930F, someone has just flashed G930F firmware on the phone but the HARDWARE is G930V. Understand? You have been ripped off.
You first need to put G930V firmware back on the phone with Odin, the oldest version of G930V firmware you can find, not the lastest one.
Then go here >>>>>>>https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ot-guide-verizon-s7-s7-edge-sm-g930v-t3411015
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please how can I go about this process but the bootloader is locked how can I flash the firmware back please you can email with [email protected] I really need to do this. Aslo in the flashing process is the build number important because I'm not seeing my build number in the site.

Netcrying said:
please how can I go about this process but the bootloader is locked how can I flash the firmware back please you can email with [email protected] I really need to do this. Aslo in the flashing process is the build number important because I'm not seeing my build number in the site.
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There are lots of guides how to flash firmware please download the firmware and follow the guides.
https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-s7/firmware/SM-G930V/VZW/download/G930VVRS8CRK2/249089/
It does not matter that the bootloader is locked when flashing the firmware to the phone, Odin will flash your phone with the correct firmware.

cooltt said:
Listen, NO ROOT will work for G930F because the phone is not G930F, someone has just flashed G930F firmware on the phone but the HARDWARE is G930V. Understand? You have been ripped off.
You first need to put G930V firmware back on the phone with Odin, the oldest version of G930V firmware you can find, not the lastest one.
Then go here >>>>>>>https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ot-guide-verizon-s7-s7-edge-sm-g930v-t3411015
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cooltt said:
There are lots of guides how to flash firmware please download the firmware and follow the guides.
https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-s7/firmware/SM-G930V/VZW/download/G930VVRS8CRK2/249089/
It does not matter that the bootloader is locked when flashing the firmware to the phone, Odin will flash your phone with the correct firmware.
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Okay I followed the link it directed to a firmware with version 8.0 but you said I should flash old version, or can I install any version or it?

Netcrying said:
Okay I followed the link it directed to a firmware with version 8.0 but you said I should flash old version, or can I install any version or it?
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8.0 from 2018 is old!

cooltt said:
Listen, NO ROOT will work for G930F because the phone is not G930F, someone has just flashed G930F firmware on the phone but the HARDWARE is G930V. Understand? You have been ripped off.
You first need to put G930V firmware back on the phone with Odin, the oldest version of G930V firmware you can find, not the lastest one.
Then go here >>>>>>>https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ot-guide-verizon-s7-s7-edge-sm-g930v-t3411015
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That is not possible, you just can't flash an Exynos firmware on a Snapdragon model. Someone must've faked the info strings or something else. @Netcrying, can you tell me what the following fields say in Device Info HW?
SOC/Family
SOC/Instructions
SOC/GPU
SOC/Cores
SOC/Clusters
System/Platform
System/Fingerprint
System/Device
The SoC details can't be faked in software, so this may give us a clue of what it really is. I suspect it's a Snapdragon one though, but please post these.
My phone says in download mode:
Code:
ODIN MODE
DOWNLOAD SPEED: FAST
PRODUCT NAME: SM-G930F
CURRENT BINARY: Custom
SYSTEM STATUS: Official
FRP LOCK: OFF
Secure Download : Enabled
WARRANTY VOID: 1 (0X030c)
RP SWREV: B:7 K:5 S:6

cooltt said:
8.0 from 2018 is old!
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have downloaded and extracted it so how do I flash it now .

Netcrying said:
have downloaded and extracted it so how do I flash it now .
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See my previous post before flashing anything and post the information, a mistake with Odin can be costly here in Samsung land. This will let you know exactly what you have

cooltt said:
There are lots of guides how to flash firmware please download the firmware and follow the guides.
https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-s7/firmware/SM-G930V/VZW/download/G930VVRS8CRK2/249089/
It does not matter that the bootloader is locked when flashing the firmware to the phone, Odin will flash your phone with the correct firmware.
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I have successfully flash the firmware but now I still can't root it or install twrp???

Netcrying said:
I have successfully flash the firmware but now I still can't root it or install twrp
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nevermind, you have a Verizon S7. Root here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=81410291&postcount=1850
You must flash an engineering bootloader. Good luck, you're on your own now.