If anyone needs to totally reset their Tab S6 Lite (2020 Exynos Version) with Odin, this guide should help.
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**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.
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I'm the somewhat proud owner of a GT-P6200L in the U.S. who is eagerly awaiting the ICS upgrade.
Obvously, to go through Samsung Kies and to not root or download a Rom requires me to wait until Samsung decides to grace me.
I'm not crazy about doing anything "non-factory" to this device as it is excellent just as it is, but if I were to decide to upgrade to ICS, where can I find COMPLETE STEP by STEP instructions on EXACTLY how to perform the update? Does it even exist?
Your help is much appreciated!
settings>about device>software update.
of by Using Samsung Kies>connect device>check for firmware update;etc.
If you're looking for a guide to install our only official ICS to your GT-P6200L, there isnt really a guide.
I will explain briefly: 1. Wipe 2. Odin 3. Done.
read and search for more details.
Not to be a douche, but look at the stickies or search before asking.
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nshaziq89 said:
http://www.hotfile.com/dl/162811167/9e67b52/P6200XXLQ1_P6200OXALQ1_ATO.zip.html
Sorry, new tab user here, i'm currently downloading this file. Just to be sure, can someone confirm that this is the right file?
And, i cant seem to find on how to use odin, and which version to use so i can update without losing my current data.
Someone who manage to get their tabs running ICS via odin, please do help me. i cant wait for theOTA updates. U guys make me jelly.
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You can use Odin 1.85 tick box auto-reboot and F.Reset Time. click PDA and select the extracted TAB 7+ ICS Firmware. Boot your TAB to download mode. (From OFF, press and hold power and down volume key, once you see the galaxy tab screen turn on, let go of the power button while still pressing the down key until the menu appears telling you to press the volume up key to continue.) Plug in your TAB to the PC (using the stock cable) wait for the yellow ID:COM port number to appear on the ODIN screen then click the start button.
OR, you can also use mobile odin. :good: (The Joy of Flashing.... without the cable juggle )
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Here, hope this help, just follow his instruction and you are good to go. I've done it, no flaws, ics is running smooth~
Search for odin via google, it is a small file less than 1mb.
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Flashing Firmware with Odin
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
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.
You do not need to root or unroot the device to update the firmware.
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: Download
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
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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You should see a warning asking you to press volume up if you want to continue or volume down to cancel, press volume up. You are now in download mode!
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.
If the package has more than one .tar archive then they will be labelled with PDA/Code, Phone/Modem and CSC. Just put them in the corresponding section of Odin like 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.
A HEARTY THANK YOU is in order.
I never flashed or rooted anything for fear of bricking my unit. But your post gave me the confidence to try.
And it was simple and wildly successful.
Interestingly, I have a 6200L because it has a different antenna than a regular 6200 right? After flashing, I now have a 6200 but still get the same reception and speeds on the ATT network.
When Samsung finally gets around to "officially" updating my Tab, I will be able to do it via Kies, correct?
Yes, is correct...
devid801 said:
Yes, is correct...
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I've connected my newly upgraded to ICS unit to Kies and it says that "Your Device does not support upgrading via Kies".
Kies obviously doesn't like the upgrade!
is it rooted? this is usually why.
maybe Kies just needs an update for your model no.
Nope not rooted. It was a stock 6200L
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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You should see a warning asking you to press volume up if you want to continue or volume down to cancel, press volume up. You are now in download mode!
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
[GUIDE] Unroot/Unbrick, Flash official stock firmware on Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 & I9505
Here is a full guide on how to unroot and back to official stock firmware for Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 & GT-I9505. It is useful also if you soft brick your phone
!!!DONT TRY FIRMWARES OF OTHER VARIANTS!!!
Do it on your own responsibility! if you follow this guide properly u will be on the safe side
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Before we proceed, make sure:
1-You have installed your Samsung Galaxy S4 GT-I9500/5 USB drivers on your PC (the easiest way is to install Kies).
2-You need to enable USB debugging mode which is deactivated by default. (you can skip it )
3-Your S4 should have 70-80% charge remaining.
4-Your S4 should be factory unlocked. (for locked phone, flash carrier firmware to stay on warranty)
5-Backup your important data like Call logs, SMS and other data stored in phone memory in case if anything goes wrong, your data is not hurt.
6-Make sure that kies program is not running & disable antivirus.
This guide is only for Galaxy S4 GT-I9500 & GT-I9505. So don’t bother to try it on other devices.
How to do it:
Step 1) Turn OFF your mobile and go to Download Mode by pressing and holding the Volume Down + Home Buttons together for few seconds followed by Power button then proceed with volume up.
Step 2) Now open ODIN on your PC and connect your Galaxy S4 to your computer.
Step 3) Once your phone is successfully connected to your PC, the ID:COM box on ODIN will turn blue (or yellow) and will show the COM port number.
Step 4) unzip the downloaded firmware (from second or third post), u will get a Home.tar file.
Step 5) click on pda in odin (if odin 3.09 choose AP) and choose the file "Home.tar"
Step 6) check "Auto Reboot" and "F. Reset Time" options and make sure that "Re-Partition" is unchecked
!!!!DO NOT CHECK "Nand Erase All" IN ANY WAY!!!!
Step 7) Click on Start button in ODIN window to start the flashing process. The process will take few minutes to complete.
DO NOT UNPLUG USB CABLE WHILE EXECUTING THE PROCESS, YOU MAY BRICK YOUR PHONE!
Step 8) When the installation is completed, you read a "Reset " then a "Pass". your phone will restart (first boot will take a longer time so don't panic)
It is recommended to make hard reset after flashing to have a fresh official firmware
Note 1: Personally, i prefer to wipe data and cache before and after flashing the firmware.
Note 2: If you have a corrupted partition table (Odin says: "there is no pit partition" or "Re-Partition operation failed"), flash pit file for your device (attached, dont forget to unzip it) (put it in pit window) with your firmware (some users reported that it worked without firmware), in this case "Re-Partition" must be marked.
Note 3: If you use pit file, and you had an encryption password for your data, the password will reset! so you must hard reset your phone after flashing with pit file with encrypted data.
Note 4: If you want, after rooting with odin, to get official status and reset binary counter ON I9505 for warranty reason, do it before flashing stock firmware, refer to HERE.(dont use triangle away on MGG and up firmwares till updating the app.)
Note 5: To change to the new CSC, just boot into recovery, wipe data and cache, reboot.
Note 6: If you flash I9500 stock firmware for China region, it will flash sboot.bin with it, that leads to have a Chinese bootloader (download mode will be in Chinese language and boot splash name will change). Even if you flash other stock firmware, it will not change the bootloader. So flash "GT-I9500_sboot.tar" (attached) as pda in Odin and it will fix the issue.
Odin troubleshooting: If Odin accidentally gives you "fail" try the following:
- Repeat procedure.
- Make sure that all actions of Kies are disabled from task manager.
- Change usb port.
- Try another usb cable (make sure it is the original).
- Try another Odin version.
- Uninstall and re-install driver.
- Use pit file.
- Try another computer.
Bootloop troubleshooting: Bootloop occurs when a smartphone is not able to boot properly and stuck on Bootanimation and mainly caused by system files interfering with each others which cause instability and/or crash at the boot sequence. How to fix:
- Boot the device either into stock or custom recovery mode, wipe cache then reboot, if still, boot again in recovery and wipe data/factory reset then reboot. If not:
- Restore a nandroid backup with custom recovery if present. If not:
- Flash or reflash the official stock firmware. If not:
- Flash stock firmware with the appropriate pit file, after "pass", unplug usb cable, pull battery out for a minute, insert it, boot into recovery, wipe data and cache, reboot.
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For Latest firmwares of (GT-I9500) and (GT-I9505) visit: Samsung Stock Firmwares Download
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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...
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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.
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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.
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@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.
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Thanks!
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.
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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?
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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
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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.