As the Topic title states I would like to know how to tell if a bootloader is locked. This is all mostly new to me. I wish to try to root a device, which I have done before, but as I understand the situation it needs to be unlocked, and I have no idea what that means.
I have a Samsung Galaxy S6 SM-G920V that I bought from eBay. The listing said it was a Verizon Unlocked GSM device, which I understand it to be able to be used on other networks/carriers.
The device is currently on 7.0 Nougat which is how I received it. I can try to provide any information necessary if someone would be willing to help me out.
Thanks in advance!
Kitkun said:
As the Topic title states I would like to know how to tell if a bootloader is locked. This is all mostly new to me. I wish to try to root a device, which I have done before, but as I understand the situation it needs to be unlocked, and I have no idea what that means...
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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.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3110220
Good Luck!
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Ibuprophen said:
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.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3110220
Good Luck!
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Okay, I took your suggestion and made a post there as well. Should I leave this one up? Or am I even able to close it down on my own without a moderator or admin?
SM-G920V is a Verizon Galaxy S6. The bootloader on this device (and on the G920A ATT) has been locked down since its release
mrao said:
SM-G920V is a Verizon Galaxy S6. The bootloader on this device (and on the G920A ATT) has been locked down since its release
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This I read. What I was hoping for is how to tell it is locked.
Kitkun said:
This I read. What I was hoping for is how to tell it is locked.
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Try flashing a custom binary in Odin, and it will fail
mrao said:
Try flashing a custom binary in Odin, and it will fail
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Will my device brick if I attempt that? And can I fix it if it does?
Even if it does, you can always flash back to VZW stock firmware. But i wouldn't bother trying it if I were you
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Hi, I wanted to know if there is any up to date root method for Samsung S7 930V? The ones I have seen are from last year and don't work for me. I have already tried auto-root and this method https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/verizon-root-knox-t3410624. Odin gave me a write operation error and the other method gave me a boot-loop. I am on nougat build number NRD90M.G930VVRS4BQC9. If anyone can help me that would be great. Thanks.
ThunderShockery said:
Hi, I wanted to know if there is any up to date root method for Samsung S7 930V? The ones I have seen are from last year and don't work for me. I have already tried auto-root and this method https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/verizon-root-knox-t3410624. Odin gave me a write operation error and the other method gave me a boot-loop. I am on nougat build number NRD90M.G930VVRS4BQC9. If anyone can help me that would be great. Thanks.
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I don't have this device but, the following thread should be helpful for what you are looking for.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3702963
Good Luck!
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Ibuprophen said:
I don't have this device but, the following thread should be helpful for what you are looking for.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3702963
Good Luck!
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Thanks but, the root section of this thread appears to be empty. It also states that it is in construction. If anyone has found another thread, please share it! Thank you.
I'm waiting to my able to root my Samsung galaxy s8 g955u snapdragon. Is updating the security policy or updating the software of the device in anyway is it gonna make it more difficult to succeed rooting my phone or unlocking the bootloader the flash twrp.
Tyler73 said:
I'm waiting to my able to root my Samsung galaxy s8 g955u snapdragon. Is updating the security policy or updating the software of the device in anyway is it gonna make it more difficult to succeed rooting my phone or unlocking the bootloader the flash twrp.
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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.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3582142
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Hello, i would really appreciate if someone give me a solution/s because i am running out of patience and options. i tried possibly everything i found and nothing works.
I have a S7, Model SM-G930W8 with Virgin Mobile Canadian version. This started when i tried to install the latest software update using ODIN. The BL file FAILS all the time. I tried using the other 3 files without BL and everything works, but with BL dont. I am 100 % sure that BL file is the problem because i tried in ODIN that file alone and it FAILED. Also i tried 6.0 Software and the same thing. Also Stock Firmware the same result. BL keeps failing on ODIN.
Please i really need help. thanks in advance to anyone for time and efforts
almiri said:
Hello, i would really appreciate if someone give me a solution/s because i am running out of patience and options. i tried possibly everything i found and nothing works. I have a S7, Model SM-G930W8 with Virgin Mobile Canadian version...
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I don't have this device but, I believe that one or more of the following threads may be helpful for what you are looking to do and don't be afraid to ask for some member guidance within one of them.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3552817
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3323211
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3676249
If all else fails and you don't receive any responses, from the above threads, your next best bet is to post this question within the following Q&A thread that's specific to your device.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3341138
Good Luck!
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Ibuprophen said:
I don't have this device but, I believe that one or more of the following threads may be helpful for what you are looking to do and don't be afraid to ask for some member guidance within one of them.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3552817
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3323211
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3676249
If all else fails and you don't receive any responses, from the above threads, your next best bet is to post this question within the following Q&A thread that's specific to your device.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3341138
Good Luck!
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Thank you for replying to my issue. I already tried 2 of those links you have provided. Also posted my question to the last link, still waiting for any answer hopefully.
While i was trying to fix my phone today i notice that TWRP recovery was still there. I have no clue whatsoever how TWRP is still on my phone, because i have been formatting the phone so many times trying to fix the issue of BL file and never installed back the TWRP. Perhaps is the TWRP who is preventing the BL file being install on the phone. What's your guess ? do you have any good idea how to remove/ uninstall TWRP from my phone ? thanks again
Ibuprophen said:
I don't have this device but, I believe that one or more of the following threads may be helpful for what you are looking to do and don't be afraid to ask for some member guidance within one of them.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3552817
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3323211
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3676249
If all else fails and you don't receive any responses, from the above threads, your next best bet is to post this question within the following Q&A thread that's specific to your device.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3341138
Good Luck!
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I was able to remove TWRP recovery but still phone wont update. At this point dont know what else to do more
almiri said:
I was able to remove TWRP recovery but still phone wont update. At this point dont know what else to do more
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I wish that I could be more helpful but, I don't have this device.
Here's 1 last thread that I had located that may hopefully be helpful to you and, if needed, post your question within it for some member guidance.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3379596
Besides that, just be patient for a response.
Just an FYI... the following link has the Official Stock PIT file for your device in case you may need it.
https://www.sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=30609
I do wish you the best of luck!
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Ibuprophen said:
I wish that I could be more helpful but, I don't have this device.
Here's 1 last thread that I had located that may hopefully be helpful to you and, if needed, post your question within it for some member guidance.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3379596
Besides that, just be patient for a response.
Just an FYI... the following link has the Official Stock PIT file for your device in case you may need it.
https://www.sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=30609
I do wish you the best of luck!
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Thanks to your HELP finally it worked. I was able to flash BL and CP files at first and then all 4 files together. Saying only thank you is very small compare to the big relief you have provided. Truly and Sincerely THANK YOU.
The last 2 things i will ask from you, as there are very unsafe methods out there:
1) How can i reverse safely to the STOCK Firmware, is there any specific procedure ?
2) Now the Phone is sitting on Nougat 7.0 version (https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7/SM-G930W8/VMC/download/G930W8VLS3BRA2/205626/ ) which is the latest for my phone, Could you advise any safe method to root this version ?
thanks again for your time and efforts. all the best. peace
Okay, so i've done a lot of searching to try to root my s8
i've come across these links
https://www.xda-developers.com/galax...oot-system-rw/
https://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...agon-t3659305/
https://www.xda-developers.com/sampw...s8-snapdragon/
i would like to know which one would be best for my phone.
Model number - SM-G955U
Android version - 8.0.0
Samsung experience version - 9.0
Baseband version - G955USQU4CRE9
Android security patch - June 1, 2018
Running on Snapdragon
i'm sorry if i'm not posting in the right place, and for not knowing much about rooting, I just don't want to brick my phone and need the best help i could get for this .
caboose531 said:
Okay, so i've done a lot of searching to try to root my s8. i've come across these links....
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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=3586299
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Your on S8+ thread not S8.
tailgunner9 said:
Your on S8+ thread not S8.
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Sorry I'm new here
You're*
caboose531 said:
Sorry I'm new here... You're*
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Just keep in mind that, if you have a device that has a dedicated area on the forum, your best bet in locating/posting a resolution somewhere within it.
Also, most (unfortunately not all) of the big developments like TWRP, LineageOS, etc... Will have a dedicated thread that's specifically for instructions, support and member guidance.
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Yea, the title says it all. Odin detects the phone, but i cannot do anything with the phone. It would be nice if someone could help me, I would like to have stock Android 8.0 (if possible 7.1 i like it better). Thanks. Data loss isn't a problem for me. Made a backup before i did this to my phone.
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Yea, the title says it all. Odin detects the phone, but i cannot do anything with the phone......
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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=3341138
Good Luck!
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