I rooted my phone a while back but did NOT install TWRP. Using System App Remover (Root needed), I started removing all sorts of bloatware after a bit of research for anything that sounded important.
Now I'm facing bootloop after removing com.android.location.fused. A little research shows other people facing similar issues were able to fix it using adb shell and TWRP. So I looked up elsewhere and got TWRP up and running.
Basically, the method is this:
https://www.reddit.com/r/PokemonGoSpoofing/comments/b1njwr
But there is no users folder under system on my phone!
I figured it's ok though. Because removing system apps using System Apps Remover, apps are not deleted but rather placed in a folder somewhere in the internal storage (can't remember the default location and can't find it using TWRP File Manager either).
Now here are my questions:
1. Is it possible for someone to share their own version of com.android.location.fused with me along with the correct storage location for me to put it into? Would it work?
2. Could someone please tell me what I am doing wrong that I get no users folder under system?
3. Is there a way for me to restore my own version of com.android.location.fused which is located god-knows-where on my phone?
P.S. Tech rookie here; bare with me...
Did you tried mounting all on twrp? system partition, data etc...? I correctly see that folder.
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I can try to send the apk, but I don't think it will work, because you need to enable the package again on /data/system/users/0/package-restrictions.xml.
If all fails, why not flashing stock rom using HOME_CSC instead of CSC so all data will be preseved?
Spoiler: home csc
HOME CSCIf your purpose is to just re-install the firmware or update your Samsung device’s software without wiping your apps, all user data, and settings, you should go with the HOME CSC binary. Choosing this file will only affect the software version of your phone while keeping everything intact.
Ehhh, never remove GPS location services! Clock go brrrrr!
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Did you tried mounting all on twrp? system partition, data etc...? I correctly see that folder.
I can try to send the apk, but I don't think it will work, because you need to enable the package again on /data/system/users/0/package-restrictions.xml.
If all fails, why not flashing stock rom using HOME_CSC instead of CSC so all data will be preseved?
Spoiler: home csc
HOME CSCIf your purpose is to just re-install the firmware or update your Samsung device’s software without wiping your apps, all user data, and settings, you should go with the HOME CSC binary. Choosing this file will only affect the software version of your phone while keeping everything intact.
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Thanks for the quick reply.
Mounting all selectable (some are not clickable) locations still gives me no users under system.
As for flashing stock rom, based on what you are saying, I suppose I should select all other options (BL, AP, and CP) except for CSC (which I go for USERDATA instead) and for that, I've got to select HOME_CSC file, correct?
Cactus1ne said:
Thanks for the quick reply.
Mounting all selectable (some are not clickable) locations still gives me no users under system.
As for flashing stock rom, based on what you are saying, I suppose I should select all other options (BL, AP, and CP) except for CSC (which I go for USERDATA instead) and for that, I've got to select HOME_CSC file, correct?
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Yes, u need to select all in odin like u are flashing normally.
AP, BL, CP, and HOME_CSC
only use HOME_CSC instead of CSC
Spoiler: info
do NOT use the CSC tar, but instead use the HOME_CSC tar as we are performing an upgrade, not the initial install.
Don't know if it will work but is a try at least. Hope will fix
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Yes, u need to select all in odin like u are flashing normally.
AP, BL, CP, and HOME_CSC
only use HOME_CSC instead of CSC
Spoiler: info
do NOT use the CSC tar, but instead use the HOME_CSC tar as we are performing an upgrade, not the initial install.
Don't know if it will work but is a try at least. Hope will fix
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Thanks for the clarification. Definitely gonna give it a try. Currently downloading the latest from sammobile.
Will post an update in a couple of hours.
Ok, so I flashed the latest stock rom from sammobile and it worked; just as @Oneplus# suggested it would.
Still don't know why I had no users under system but I'm just gonna call it a day and leave it.
Thanks again Oneplus#
Cactus1ne said:
Ok, so I flashed the latest stock rom from sammobile and it worked; just as @Oneplus# suggested it would.
Still don't know why I had no users under system but I'm just gonna call it a day and leave it.
Thanks again Oneplus#
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Happy to hear that
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anyone can help me with this? i'm stuck in the bootloop. please.
Flashing Firmware with Odin
Get Odin v3.04 from here:https://androidfirmwares.net/Tools/Download/8
(Just extract the Odin folder)
You will also need to install the Samsung USB drivers for the device if you haven't installed KIES. Get them from here:https://androidfirmwares.net/Tools/Download/9
(Just install like any Windows program)
1. Just download the firmware version you want from the second or third posts and extract the .tar or .tar.md5 file in the archive and save it somewhere,for samsung read here ;http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/
2. Reboot your phone to download mode.
To get download mode shut down the device. After it shuts off completely simultaneously press the Down volume key + press the power button .
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3. Start Odin
4. If your ROM is a single .tar.md5 package click on the PDA button and browse to the .tar or .tar.md5 file that you extracted in step 1 and select it. This should like like the image below
5. DO NOT PUT .PIT FILE AND DO NOT, I REPEAT, DO NOT TICK REPARTITION.
Regardless of firmware version it's still the same methodology
6. Connect the USB cable and wait for any required drivers to install and the ID:COM section to turn blue like below
7. Click start to flash. If Odin hangs at setting up connection just unplug the USB cable and re-attach it, Odin should now resume
8. Do not disconnect the cable or turn off the device once the flash has started, it will reboot when it finishes.
If the firmware is from this thread it will not wipe your phone if you flash as recommended UNLESS I state that the firmware is a "WIPE" version.
PDA refers to the build version of the software/firmware
Phone refers to the baseband/modem version
CSC is the consumer software customisation and is specific to geographical region and carriers. It contains the software packages specific to that region, carrier branding and also APN settings for data connection, MMS etc for your service provider.
CSC has nothing to do with what languages the firmware supports and it will not add keyboard language support either.
.PIT refers to the partition information table you only need it if you screw up your partition table or if the firmware specifically requires it because of a change in the partition table layout. It's very likely you may never have to use this.
If the package only contains one .tar archive then it will have everything, pda+phone+csc, in the one file.
If it has multiple .tar archive then:
The .tar with modem in the name is the phone/baseband bit of the package
.tar with csc/multi-csc in the name is the csc bit of the package
.tar with code/PDA in the name is the PDA part of the firmware package
If this is the case you will need to put these .tar archives in the specific areas of Odin to flash the update. Refer to the images below.
You do not need to root or unroot the device to update the firmware.
Please ensure that KIES is closed and not running in the system tray! Kies doesn't like Odin, it's like the big brother who's always jealous that his little brother is getting to flash all the phones so he starts to flash block.
Regarding change logs. Samsung thinks firmware should be like a box of chocolates, you never know what you’re gonna get and that all a big part of the surprise user experience program so they don't publish any change logs.
can i flash this honeycomb from ics? like downgrade. last time i do it, it bootloop.
I downgraded to 4.0.4 from ICS Honeycomb 3.2, but I had no problem bootloop...
madkhaz said:
can i flash this honeycomb from ics? like downgrade. last time i do it, it bootloop.
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yes you can... make sure to wipe cache/factory reset if you have a bootloop.
oh, really? thanks guys
GT-I9500XXUAMDK_SER_FACTORY
Composition zip:
Cache(CSC)
Bootloader
PDA
MODEM
ODIN 3.07
PIT
Automatic FULL WIPE!!!
https://hotfile.com/dl/225970855/5ff69d0/I9500XXUAMDK_MULTI_SER_FACTORY.zip.html
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GT-I9500XXUBMF3_SER_FACTORY
Automatic FULL WIPE!!!
https://hotfile.com/dl/227628227/1ce0462/4x-XXUBMF3_FULL_WIPE_SER.zip.htm
Warning!!!
Firmware consists of four parts, plus pit
Attention! All user data will be deleted during flash the firmware, including internal sdcard
After flash you will have clean device (factory condition) CSC - SER default
Can flash with PIT - Included in the firmware (The optional - required if damaged partition PIT)
893x657(104.13 kB)
хостинг изображений
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MBC-I9500XXUAMDK-CACHE-FULL-WIPE
https://hotfile.com/dl/226105798/e4489fb/MBC-I9500XXUAMDK-CACHE-FULL-WIPE.zip.html
After flash you will have clean device (factory condition) CSC - MBC default
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I9500UBUBMF3_ FACTORY_FIRMWARE_TTT
Automatic FULL WIPE!!!
Warning!!!
Firmware consists of four parts, plus pit
Attention! All user data will be deleted during flash the firmware, including internal sdcard
After flash you will have clean device (factory condition) CSC - TTT default
Can flash with PIT - Included in the firmware (The optional - required if damaged partition PIT)
[*]Region: TTT;PCI;PCW;PEO;TDR;TPA;EON;UPO
Download
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4F_I9500XXUBMF8_SER_FACTORY_FIRMWARE
Automatic FULL WIPE!!!
Warning!!!
Firmware consists of four parts, plus pit
Attention! All user data will be deleted during flash the firmware, including internal sdcard
After flash you will have clean device (factory condition) CSC - SER default
Can flash with PIT - Included in the firmware (The optional - required if damaged partition PIT)
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4F_I9500XXUBMG1_SEK_FACTORY_FIRMWARE
Automatic FULL WIPE!!!
Warning!!!
Firmware consists of four parts, plus pit
Attention! All user data will be deleted during flash the firmware, including internal sdcard
After flash you will have clean device (factory condition) CSC - SEK default
Can flash with PIT - Included in the firmware (The optional - required if damaged partition PIT)
Regions-SEK;SKZ;CAC.
Composition zip:
CSC
Bootloader
PDA
PHONE
ODIN 3.09(MOD)
PIT
Download
Special thank & big respect
as i9000
Chainfire
boar-hooligan- user 4pda (MOD ODIN3)
if you make a mirror without my permission, I will not lay out more firmware!
Coolio
Sent from my LG-LS970 using xda app-developers app
delete it
and no download link?
dell
ready
alexyuh said:
GT-I9500XXUAMDK_MULTI_SER_FACTORY
Composition zip:
Cache(CSC)
Bootloader
PDA
MODEM
ODIN 3.07
PIT
Automatic FULL WIPE!!!
https://hotfile.com/dl/225970855/5ff69d0/I9500XXUAMDK_MULTI_SER_FACTORY.zip.html
Warning!!!
Firmware consists of four parts, plus pit
Attention! All user data will be deleted during flash the firmware, including internal sdcard
After flash you will have clean device (factory condition) CSC - SER default
Can flash with PIT - Included in the firmware (The optional - required if damaged partition PIT)
Special thank & big respect
as i9000
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Will this Reset the Binary counter as well?
matrix.bharath said:
Will this Reset the Binary counter as well?
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I don't know.
@alexyuh
You have probably saved my life with your rom full wipe! After have flashed your multi ser factory, my problem described here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=42331081&postcount=336
disappeared!! Now the red led work correctly! And no random reboot/shutdown for now.
Thank You!!
Thank you!
cyberz said:
@alexyuh
You have probably saved my life with your rom full wipe! After have flashed your multi ser factory, my problem described here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=42331081&postcount=336
disappeared!! Now the red led work correctly! And no random reboot/shutdown for now.
Thank You!!
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Did it also Reset the Binary Counter?
My binary counter is 0, because I have always flashed original rom with Odin. Sorry, can not help you.
Update
MBC-I9500XXUAMDK-CACHE-FULL-WIPE
https://hotfile.com/dl/226105798/e4489fb/MBC-I9500XXUAMDK-CACHE-FULL-WIPE.zip.html
alexyuh said:
MBC-I9500XXUAMDK-CACHE-FULL-WIPE
https://hotfile.com/dl/226105798/e4489fb/MBC-I9500XXUAMDK-CACHE-FULL-WIPE.zip.html
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Hi,
the only change is MBC default?
cyberz said:
Hi,
the only change is MBC default?
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YES! insert into ODIN 3, in the CSC
what's the source of this firmware?
maranello69 said:
what's the source of this firmware?
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Made from runoff firmware
@alexyuh
I already have the "I9500XXUAMDK_I9500OJVAMDK_EGY" file from samsung-update.com, can I use the other files from your upload with it or I must use yours in PDA?
and if yes can you just upload these files only because I don't have a good bandwidth to re-download the whole FW again
romeo26222 said:
@alexyuh
I already have the "I9500XXUAMDK_I9500OJVAMDK_EGY" file from samsung-update.com, can I use the other files from your upload with it or I must use yours in PDA?
and if yes can you just upload these files only because I don't have a good bandwidth to re-download the whole FW again
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Yes you can,now do cache for I9500XXUAMDK_I9500OJVAMDK_EGY))
alexyuh said:
Yes you can,now do cache for I9500XXUAMDK_I9500OJVAMDK_EGY))
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great, will you upload other files, PIT and modem?
and what is the SER and MBC stands for?
regards
Hello,
My old Galaxy S6 Edge (T-Mobile) began giving me this warning:
Security error: This phone has been flashed with unauthorized software & is locked.This happened after a low-battery shut-off of the phone. It was not in the middle of an update at the time.
I can get into recovery mode, but I don't want to reinstall and delete all the data (family photos, etc.) on this phone.
I have tried all the apps out there claiming to be able to backup a damaged phone (FonePaw, DroidKit, FoneLab, DrFone) with no luck. They did not work. After some research, it appears my only option is to download firmware from SamMobile (or Frija) and use Odin to reinstall.
However, I have seen conflicting reports that this will overwrite and delete my personal files! I want to avoid this, of course.
I read that as long as I am reflashing with the identical firmware originally installed on the phone, I will end up deleting my personal files. But I can't get into the phone to find what firmware version this is!
At this point I am stuck. Please help! Thank you.
I used the following information to bring me to this point:
My S10 has been flashed with an unauthorized software and is locked - Page 7 - Android Forums at AndroidCentral.com I saw that my S10 had an update, so I started updating my phone and a few moments later, I get this message with a green screen stating that my phone has been flashed with an unauthorized software and is locked, please contact my carrier. I had no idea what was going on, so I called Samsung and...
forums.androidcentral.com
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Patched Odin 3.13.1 For those looking for a modified, modded, or patched odin that is a newer build than all the fake and renamed prince comsy 3.12.3 versions floating around. I patch recent Odin versions to offer similar functionality to the princecomsy; in that...
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[Tool] Frija - Samsung firmware downloader/checker * * * PLEASE UNDERSTAND WHAT YOU ARE INSTALLING TO YOUR DEVICES AT ALL TIMES AND ME AND THE DEVELOPER ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY SORT OF DAMAGE TO YOUR DEVICE * * * Hey Guys Frija is a new tool (successor of now depreciated tool SamFirm)...
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OFFICIAL STOCK Firmware-update (Odin) thread Samsung GALAXY S7 SM-G930F In this thread, You can share the Mega-Links of new firmware's (OFFICIAL STOCK) for the Galaxy S7 (so: NO CUSTOM ROM's and/or ROOT-talk)... How to flash firmware to your phone: WARNING WARNING WARNING -> Before flashing, ACTIVATE PIN in "Secure...
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Download Samsung Galaxy S6 edge SM-G925T TMB USA (T-Mobile) firmware All Samsung firmwares for Galaxy S6 edge in USA (T-Mobile) with model code SM-G925T. We offer free and fast download options. Check them out now.
www.sammobile.com
Maybe someone has a plan but I think you're boned. Those online recovery services will encrypt data found making it unusable unless you pay them. Never use them.
The data is likely way lost.
Google may have saved some of it for you even if you disabled Transport Services at some point. After reloading see if it will restore anything.
Same for Samsung backup.
Always redundantly backup critical data to at least two hdds that are physically and electronically isolated from each other and the PC. NEVER encrypt data drives!
If you don't do this, sooner or latter you will lose data. Been there, done that
Thanks, Blackhawk. I was afraid of this.
Is there any truth to being able to avoid overwriting data if the same firmware edition is installed using Odin?
sentdab said:
Thanks, Blackhawk. I was afraid of this.
Is there any truth to being able to avoid overwriting data if the same firmware edition is installed using Odin?
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I could be wrong.
If the data has been deleted it means the OS's record of it's place in the memory is deleted*.
Unless a separate app like Galaxy Store's File Guardian preserved it.
If you ran DrFone it's probably fubar for sure.
You can turn it off and research it more... nothing to lose except time.
*Even using the phone could overwrite the data as that memory space is now unassigned and freed for use if needed by the system.
Unless you can unlock the phone, it‘s hard to recover those files.
@sentdab
when you re-flash a ROM the partitions that holds the user-data aren't touched, unless you force a clean install. Typically user-data only get wiped if you do a Factory Reset.
jwoegerbauer said:
@sentdab
when you re-flash a ROM the partitions that holds the user-data aren't touched, unless you force a clean install. Typically user-data only get wiped if you do a Factory Reset.
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So in theory I should be able to use Odin to flash *any* firmware version for my phone on this site https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-s6-edge/firmware/SM-G925T/TMB/#SM-G925T without risk of deleting the user data (photos, videos, phone numbers, etc)? I downloaded the latest firmware package but it only contains one file:
G925TUVS6FRC1_G925TTMB6FRC1_G925TUVS6FRC1_HOME.tar
Which of the fields in Odin do I put this file in? BL, AP, CP, CSC? I am referring to a guide such as this one:
How to Use Odin to Flash Samsung Galaxy Stock Firmware
If you own a Samsung phone and enjoy rooting or modding your device, flashing official firmware can be very useful. Odin is Samsung's own internal program for loading such updates for testing purposes, and it's quite easy to use for your own custom modification needs.
android.gadgethacks.com
Thanks!
If anyone needs to totally reset their Tab S6 Lite (2020 Exynos Version) with Odin, this guide should help.
Code:
**I take no responsibility for any broken devices!** While care has been taken to ensure the steps are correct, **you are doing this at your own risk!**
All files will also be provided at the end of this guide for ease of access!
What is NAND?
NAND and NOR are actually 2 main types of flash memory, that are related to computers, and it stores the BIOS settings to the ROM of a computer. Since Android devices don’t have a BIOS, flash memory, or NAND relates to the bootloader and OS kernel that work together to boot Android devices into the system. Being a non-volatile memory, it keeps the essential OS data even when your Android smartphone is turned off.
You cannot fix a Samsung device after an unintentional NAND erase action by simply flashing the stock firmware. Since NAND erase wipes all existing partitions from the device’s storage, you’ll have to re-partition your device in Odin with the help of an appropriate PIT (Partition Information Table) file.
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Re-Partitioning Explained:
NAND memory on Android devices is divided into partitions and block structures. These partitions are essential to the proper functioning of a device. It’s the PIT file that tells Odin how much space to allocate to the boot, kernel, system recovery, data, and EFS partitions. Not just that, it is also responsible for the location and path of these partition blocks on the internal storage.
The Re-partition option in Odin is not meant to be used during a normal firmware flash. If you have to install firmware, just add the BL, AP, CP, and CSC files to Odin and do not change the default settings.
The PIT file determines the structure, location, and size of specific partitions. Since a NAND erase wipes all partitions, the only way to re-partition your device using is to flash a PIT file that is strictly for your Samsung Galaxy device model and storage capacity. Flashing a wrong PIT may result in a semi-bricked device. Moreover, if you flash the PIT file of a 128GB device model on a 256GB model, your phone may be configured to show only 128GB as available storage.
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Instructions
Grabbing the right version of Odin is the first step. Due to the fact the tool is never meant to be used by consumers, Samsung doesn't host it on a public download portal. Fortunately, XDA Senior Member realbbb maintains a repository of verified copies of the Odin tool. He also offers patched variants of Odin (known as "3B patched") that are capable of bypassing a number of stop conditions while cross-flashing.
--From this article
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Download the correct version of Odin from @realbbb 's thread, here.
You will also need to install the Samsung USB Drivers. These can be downloaded at this link.
To get the Samsung Firmware files, Samsung Firmware Downloader by Zachary Wander is highly recommended. The link to it is here.
Should you desire to pursue more information about Samsung Firmware Downloader, please use this link.
You will need 7-zip to extract the CSC file. To do so, get it from this link.
Go to Settings -> About Tablet and take note of the Model Number. It should be either SM-P610 (Tab S6 Lite 2020, Wi-Fi) OR SM-P615 (Tab S6 Lite 2020, LTE)
Then, tap on Software Information and scroll down to Service Provider Software Version. At the end will be a string of letters saying something like this: ITV/ITV/ITV. In this case ITV is your CSC.
Unzip Samsung Firmware Downloader. Click the "Bifrost" executable in the extracted folder.
Within Bifrost, enter the Model Name and CSC into the respective fields, like so:
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After entering the correct information into the firmware downloader, click "Download" and wait while it finishes.
Extract the version of the downloaded firmware.
Find the file starting with CSC_XXXXX Make a copy of it and paste the file into another directory. Right click on it and choose 7-Zip -> Extract To...
In the folder of the extracted CSC file, find the PIT file; it should be something like GTA4XLWIFI_EUR_OPEN.pit
Unzip the version of Odin you downloaded. Right-click the Odin executable and click Run As Administrator
At the main Odin screen, enter the files of the firmware like so:
AP goes into the AP slot
BL goes into the BL slot
CP goes into the CP slot - (If using the LTE version)
CSC goes into the CSC slot
Now, navigate to Options in the Odin Window and choose NAND Erase and Re-Partition
Finally, navigate to the Pit tab. Accept the warning and add the extracted PIT file from earlier.
With the device powered off, hold down the Volume Up and Volume Down buttons. Connect the device to your PC.
Press Volume Up to accept the warnings. At this point, you will see a message from Odin, saying "Added!"
Once you are certain everything is in order, press the Start button.
Wait for the firmware to flash. If successful, you will see a large green "Pass!" notification in the Odin window. Disconnect your device from the PC.
Your device should now be fully reset!
Files List
7-zip: Home Page for 7-Zip
realbbb's Odin Build Repo
Samsung Firmware Downloader Github Repo
Extra Information About Samsung Firmware Downloader
Link to Samsung's Android USB Driver
Extra Reading: How-to guide on updating a Samsung Galaxy Smartphone.
I had to repartition the device to create vendor partition for the custom ROM i want to install. Bu t i want to undo it to install stock ROM. How to undo it?
Use Odin to relflash your device; you'll need to use the PIT file which you can extract from the CSC binary. Be aware that using the wrong PIT file can brick your device.
V0latyle said:
Use Odin to relflash your device; you'll need to use the PIT file which you can extract from the CSC binary. Be aware that using the wrong PIT file can brick your device.
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I opened it and found a file called "J7XELTE_EUR_OPEN.pit". Do i have to choose it in Odin?
mutlupide said:
I opened it and found a file called "J7XELTE_EUR_OPEN.pit". Do i have to choose it in Odin?
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Yeah, there's a PIT tab where you put that file in. Then you check Re-Partition, load the rest of your files, and flash
V0latyle said:
Yeah, there's a PIT tab where you put that file in. Then you check Re-Partiton, load the rest of your files, and flash
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Also should i choose all of those 5 files in Odin? Or are PIT and AP enough?
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mutlupide said:
Also should i choose all of those 5 files in Odin? Or are PIT and AP enough?
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You use all the files in their appropriate place.
BL file in BL slot
AP file in AP slot
CP file in CP slot
CSC file in CSC slot
In Odin options tab, check Re-Partition, keep Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checked
In Odin PIT tab, select the PIT file you extracted
Click Start and wait for the flash to finish
V0latyle said:
You use all the files in their appropriate place.
BL file in BL slot
AP file in AP slot
CP file in CP slot
CSC file in CSC slot
In Odin options tab, check Re-Partition, keep Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checked
In Odin PIT tab, select the PIT file you extracted
Click Start and wait for the flash to finish
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Ok thanks.
V0latyle said:
Use Odin to relflash your device; you'll need to use the PIT file which you can extract from the CSC binary. Be aware that using the wrong PIT file can brick your device.
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As in soft or hard brick.
Assuming hard, as it would destroy the portion download mode is on. But curious to the anwser.
Arealhooman said:
As in soft or hard brick.
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Arealhooman said:
Assuming hard, as it would destroy the portion download mode is on. But curious to the anwser.
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Not sure TBH, although I think you're correct - if bootloader/download mode is toast, then the only way to recover the device would be via a low level flash tool such as QPST/Qfil if it's Qualcomm, and it's very hard (if not impossible) to find the necessary files
V0latyle said:
Not sure TBH
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I would assume hardbrick, as download mode would be gone. Or maybe you can’t delete download mode. Now that I think about it, the nand erase does not delete download mode, so repartioning shouldn’t overwrite it. So prob soft brick.
Arealhooman said:
I would assume hardbrick, as download mode would be gone. Or maybe you can’t delete download mode. Now that I think about it, the nand erase does not delete download mode, so repartioning shouldn’t overwrite it. So prob soft brick.
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Well, download mode and bootloader are both in the BL file, so if the device were partitioned wrong and didn't properly write those partitions, it would most likely be a hard brick.