Hey all,
I Have been using my S4 for quite a while now, with no real problems, untill a few months ago, I started getting a randome message:
title - "SIM card removed"
msg - "Unable to detect your SIM card. Your devide will restart to check for your SIM card.
After testing for a while, and searching the web, turns out many other s4 users get it, and it is not a phisical issue, but a program bug. Is there a way to fix it?
I have been trying to update my firmware and upgrade to android v5.0, however, the phone restarts into RC mode, and starts to install the update, and get stuck somewhere around 60%. each and every time. And it doesn't matter if I OTA update, or KIES update. I still keep getting an error.
I think the 2 problems might be connected.
Its a s4 19505, stock rom, unrooted phone.
Thanks in advance! Oren.
BUMP please
Things like that don't appear on random. I don't believe it's a software error. You probably have a hardware failure.
You can try flashing the update with Odin. But I don't believe your sim error will be solved.
I tried to upgrade my Note3 (SM-N9005) to the latest firmware (XSP 5.0) while keeping my root.
I followed one of the guides here on XDA and flashed a .PIT file.
After the flash, I got this error "Device Memory Damaged" and that my data partition has been corrupted (and a factory reset is necessary).
I somewhat freaked out and tried to flash the stock firmware over, only for it show "Encryption failed" error.
EDIT: I tried going into recovery mode. I can't remember the exact error but it said something about not being able to mount something
Is the data on my phone's internal memory as good as gone?
Take a look: HERE.
I saw that when I was googling. My device's already out of warranty. :/
most importantly, is my internalSD data as good as gone?
Try using Odin to flash back to stock. I had that come up a few months ago and after a couple trys it worked and I have had no problem since.
I tried doing that but no luck still the same error message
Just got my Axon 7, shipped from DE to UK, thought I'd try manual software update.
Current version listed as ZTE A2017GV1.0.0B06
It times out with Network Unavailable despite the fact it is connected to WiFi and Chrome works fine as well as everything else needing internet connections.
I am on Three UK, haven't tried updating without a SIM ... is that worth trying? I did see at initial setup I was prompted to accept some sort of 3UK profile though I assumed this is just APN/MMS stuff.
Anyone else having similar problem trying to update?
I see talk of updating to B08 etc, from 2017G --- is 2017G same as 2017GV1... wouldn't want to assume anything this early on in my game
TIA for any tips/advice.
Am really liking this phone though, might be nice to get latest update for security mainly, not sure if many features are added?
Same issue here as it happens, though I'm currently trying to update WITHOUT a sim (didn't appreciate it was nano so new one on order!).
I was thinking it maybe needed one to be present to update, but clearly that's not the case.
nstirton said:
Same issue here as it happens, though I'm currently trying to update WITHOUT a sim (didn't appreciate it was nano so new one on order!).
I was thinking it maybe needed one to be present to update, but clearly that's not the case.
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Can't speak to the EU version, but I was surprised when my A2017U would not complete initial setup (& update) without the SIM, although wifi was strong. All completed quickly as soon as I popped in the SIM.
Hi,
I have the same issue here.
I've just bought A2017G from Italy (Amazon) and I live in France. Can't have the upade to B08. There is always this message "No network" after a minute of searching. I tried with 4G and Wifi and there is the same issue!
Also can't connect
Same issue here. I am already on B.08 and have wifi/Sim in place.
Mysterious problem
I have tried many solutions but I wasn't able to update :
- used three different sim cards from 3 operators
- removed sim card and worked only on wifi
- used VPN
- tried to update via SD card form the update page and from recovery
... Unsuccessful !
Anyone have idea?
I'm also having the same problem. I live in Sweden and I just got the phone today. Would be nice if I could update sometime soon.
A2017g b06
Greenland here, I also have problems with the connectivity
Maybe ZTE is updating its servers so that the updates can finally deploy at the same time, the same version, for everyone.
Or, maybe... they are silently getting rid of Adups and moving to another kind of upload process, before **** hits the proverbial fan.
Also, Global Axon 7 here, brought via Amazon.es, sent from Germany and now used across Portugal/Spain. Running 0B08.
deoki said:
Maybe ZTE is updating its servers so that the updates can finally deploy at the same time, the same version, for everyone.
Or, maybe... they are silently getting rid of Adups and moving to another kind of upload process, before **** hits the proverbial fan.
Also, Global Axon 7 here, brought via Amazon.es, sent from Germany and now used across Portugal/Spain. Running 0B08.
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I can understand that, but even if we put the B08 update file downloaded from ZTE support in SD card, the update can't be processed.
Hello, I had the same problem, I reinitialized the Axon 7, and I copied the file update.zip B09 on the phone, it recognized and installed the file (I was on the b08 before)
Hallo, i have the same problem with update, I have B06, somebody can give me a link to download the latest firmware and how to install it.
Yansin said:
I can understand that, but even if we put the B08 update file downloaded from ZTE support in SD card, the update can't be processed.
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hmm I put a b09 in the sd card and it updated no problem
Solution found!
I’ve already found the solution for the manual upadate from SD card and it’s easy to do.
Theses instructions are not mine and I’m not responsible of what you do with your phone. I found them inside the update file that I Downloaded then I unzipped.
You will find a PDF document called “ZTE A2017G Upgrade Guide (through an SD Card).pdf”. You can use it to do the upgrade step by step.
Till now, all was OKEY: backup is very quickly with Zte app. The update take about 5 minutes, than the phone restarts automatically.
If you cannot find the B08 update file, try to download it from here: http://www.ztedevice.com/support/detail?id=98CEB24F9FFD433EA99EC424163149A6
Here are the steps (exactly as mentioned in ZTE Upgrade Guide)
ZTE V7 Upgrade Guide (Through an SD Card)
1. Backing Up the Data
1) Download the upgrade package.
Open http://www.ztedevice.com.cn/support and download the upgrade package (update.zip) that matches your phone model. If the downloaded package is not update.zip, unzip the package to obtain update.zip.
Ensure that your micro SD card is at least 3GB.
2) Remove the SIM card before the upgrade. Back up the data and APPs in your phone by using the built-in Backup function. To enable the built-in Backup function of your phone (an SD card must be inserted), select
Backup and Restore from the main menu。
3) Perform data backup.
Note:
You should not remove the SD card during the backup process. To avoid data lost, it is not recommended to cancel the backup process.
4) Verify that the update.zip file in the root directory of the SD card
matches the model of the phone. Do not modify the file name and extension name of the files in the upgrade package.
5) Verify that your phone has enough (at least 30%) power. Charge the phone if required. To avoid data lost or upgrade failure, it is not recommended to upgrade your phone through an SD card when the phone is being charged.
Note:
You should not perform any other operation on the phone during the upgrade process. To avoid upgrade failure, do not forcibly remove the battery.
A normal upgrade should be completed in 2-3 minutes. If the phone does not reboot or show any response in three minutes, you should perform the upgrade process again. If the phone cannot be started, perform a forced upgrade. If the forced upgrade does not work, you should contact an after-sale service agent for support.
2. Upgrade Description
There are two upgrade methods: normal upgrade and forced upgrade.
If the phone cannot be started properly, for example, the phone cannot be started, or the phone does not enter stand-by state, perform a forced upgrade. If the phone can be started properly and the Settings menu can be selected, perform a normal upgrade.
3. Upgrade Steps
A. Normal upgrade (the primary upgrade method)
1) Download the upgrade package that matches the phone model from ZTE official website (http://www.ztedevice.com.cn/support/), extract update.zip from the package, and copy update.zip to the root directory of the SD card (the file name must be update.zip
2) Select System Manager > File Manager> SD Card from the main menu, and verify that the update.zip file in the root directory of the SD card is proper.
3) Tap the main screen is displayed. Tap and select SETTINGS >All setting > Updates>,
4) Click INSTALL, The phone automatically powers off and reboots. the SD
card upgrade screen is displayed,
After the phone is upgraded, it is rebooted again. After the phone starts properly, it is recommended to manually restore the phone to its original factory default settings. The phone is upgraded properly and can be used.
B. Forced upgrade (for the phones that cannot be started or the phones that cannot enter standby state)
1) For a powered-off phone, press and hold both the volume key + and power
key to enter into Recovery mode.
2) Press the volume key - to select apply update from sdcard, and press the power key to confirm it.
3) Press the volume key - to select the update.zip file, and press the power key to confirm it. The phone completes the upgrade process in about three minutes.
4) On the Upgrade Complete screen, select reboot system now and press the power key to confirm it.
4. (Optional) Restoring the Data
If you have backed up data before upgrading your phone, restore the data.
1) Backup and Restore important user information.
2) Perform data restoration.
Note:
Do not remove the SD card during the restoration process. To avoid data lost, it is not recommended to cancel the restoration process.
An interesting thread: http://forum.xda-developers.com/axon-7/how-to/manual-updating-a2017g-t3519104 !
Thanks, but i tryed to install this update but I get an error that it is not for my phone, i have ZTE A2017G_1817 buildnr. ZTE A2017GV1.1.0B06
Have I don anything wrong or do I need an other file
Regards
Same problem on my axon 7 a2017g - updated via updater from b06 to b08 - network unavailable trying to check update to b09
Same white me, then I tryed it with the downloaded updat.zip from B08 and he start the update bute later stopt whit the message this file is not for my phone ??
Where can I download the B09 update.
keesvl55 said:
Same white me, then I tryed it with the downloaded updat.zip from B08 and he start the update bute later stopt whit the message this file is not for my phone ??
Where can I download the B09 update.
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The file is on ztedevice (link in thread) but i think (as some of other users) that this patch is only for Spain - don't know that for 100% but most ppl that can upadate it with OTA are located in Spain. Also I still get "network unavailable" when I trying to check update (location Poland, phone from UK). But you should can update from B06 to B08 as I can without any doubts via OTA.
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The file is on ztedevice (link in thread) but i think (as some of other users) that this patch is only for Spain - don't know that for 100% but most ppl that can upadate it with OTA are located in Spain. Also I still get "network unavailable" when I trying to check update (location Poland, phone from UK). But you should can update from B06 to B08 as I can without any doubts via OTA.
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Here the problem is solved, this morning the ota update worked en now he is installing B08.
I downloaded B09 en wanted to go install it and than the give me the original B08 update in the screen, let see how it works.
As for 1.01.2017 update check start working for me - no more "network unavailable" just "up to date" at B08 a2017g.
Hey guys, I done goofed. Big time. And I'm aware of that.
I was an a 9.0 rom (can't remember which one unfortunately) and my stupid ass tried to flash a 8.0 official firmware via odin to get back to stock.
Yes, exactly.
Obviously odin didn't even try to flash anything but got immediately stuck with error messages. One was "can't open the specified file (line 1892) and other times it just got stuck at "setupconnection".
I tried 2 different roms (one from samfirmware and another one from that one little download tool you can use), tried extracting the PIT file and flash everything with that, but it never flashed anything completely.
Also tried 2 different PC's and different cables, since that's always the first answer people get. And I was using ODIN 3.12 as well as 3.13.
Even though odin didn't do anything my phone wouldn't boot anymore.
Interestingly enough I can still boot into TWRP just fine.
The only issue is that TWRP can't access internal memory anymore. For instance, when I try to factory reset an wipe, I get a ton of error messages about how none of the paths could be mounted (failed to mount '/data' (invalid argument). Size is shown as 0mb.
I tried flashing a 9.0 rom from here, and aroma didn't show any error mesasges whatsoever. But upon reboot it got stuck and after 2 hours I just unplugged the cable and let it die.
When plugging it into my PC while running TWRP, the external SD card pops up as a USB drive, but the phone doesn't show up as phone.
When I tried doing that last week it didn't show any drives, no internal and no external.
Sooo... completely bricked even though I can access TWRP?
Help would be much appreciated because I'm at a loss here.
TIA
I had a similar issue. However, after a comprehensive check done by an authorized dealer, they found a hardware issue.
robotov said:
I had a similar issue. However, after a comprehensive check done by an authorized dealer, they found a hardware issue.
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You think it's plausible that software caused a hardware failure?
hoeni said:
Hey guys, I done goofed. Big time. And I'm aware of that.
I was an a 9.0 rom (can't remember which one unfortunately) and my stupid ass tried to flash a 8.0 official firmware via odin to get back to stock.
Yes, exactly.
Obviously odin didn't even try to flash anything but got immediately stuck with error messages. One was "can't open the specified file (line 1892) and other times it just got stuck at "setupconnection".
I tried 2 different roms (one from samfirmware and another one from that one little download tool you can use), tried extracting the PIT file and flash everything with that, but it never flashed anything completely.
Also tried 2 different PC's and different cables, since that's always the first answer people get. And I was using ODIN 3.12 as well as 3.13.
Even though odin didn't do anything my phone wouldn't boot anymore.
Interestingly enough I can still boot into TWRP just fine.
The only issue is that TWRP can't access internal memory anymore. For instance, when I try to factory reset an wipe, I get a ton of error messages about how none of the paths could be mounted (failed to mount '/data' (invalid argument). Size is shown as 0mb.
I tried flashing a 9.0 rom from here, and aroma didn't show any error mesasges whatsoever. But upon reboot it got stuck and after 2 hours I just unplugged the cable and let it die.
When plugging it into my PC while running TWRP, the external SD card pops up as a USB drive, but the phone doesn't show up as phone.
When I tried doing that last week it didn't show any drives, no internal and no external.
Sooo... completely bricked even though I can access TWRP?
Help would be much appreciated because I'm at a loss here.
TIA
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Go into Twrp and Wipe > Format Data and type Yes. This should remove encryption from your internal storage and you should be able to flash any custom rom.
For any reason if this doesn't work, you'll need a stock firmware with latest bootloader and modem version than which is currently on your device otherwise odin will just show error. The best way is to download latest firmware (october patch) for your model regardless of country and flash that via odin. Tick nand erase in odin.
Going back to android 8 from android 9 is not stupid .
I have even gone back to android 8 from android 10 since android 10 destroyed my partitions.
If your PC doesn't show Internal Storage. Go to Mount and tick system and try again.
Which firmware for S7 edge already has October patches?
Thanks.
musmax said:
Which firmware for S7 edge already has October patches?
Thanks.
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If you have a G935F
https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/g...e/SM-G935F/VIR/download/G935FXXS6ESI4/296136/
EDIT: I close this thread. A Member tried to help, but seems like the partition was unrecoverable damaged and the data are lost now. Thanks to everyone that put time and efford in reading and helping.
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Hello,
my name is Robert and i'm trying to save the data (pictures/videos) of the crashed Samsung A40 of a friend.
What happened? She started a recommended Android system update before going to sleep and in the morning the phone welcomed her with an error message (picture 1). I was able to start the recovery system (picture 2) but except for wipe data / factory reset (what i did not try just yet) nothing seems to work.
I'm a J2EE developer with some experience, but i never tried to repair a crashed Android OS so far. So maybe I missed something that would solve the problem more simple, than what i've tried ... which is:
> Apply an Update via Odin / SD Card / ADB
Odin (installed to my desktop PC) isn't able to see the device / port ... most likely because i'm unable to open the debug port via dev-tools (android os is not starting).
I've also tried to put the latest OS version including updates (A405FNXXS3BTI3_A405FNODX3BTF4_DTM) to an SD card and install it from there. I'm able to mount it, but (after all i have been reading) the error i get when i execute the install command, seems to indicate that KNOX denies it.
I'm also able to connect the device to my desktop PC. Command "ADB devices" lists the phone with a (port?) number and allows me to execute "ADB sideload" ... but i dont know what to do with it :/
> Apply some TWRP magic
Obviously i can't install the app via app store so i have to do it manually. The TWRP howto section for the A40 phone says i've to root the device first using magisk. The magisk howto section for the A40 phone says: in order to root my phone i will have to wipe data at least once before i can put magisk to good use. Well ... thats exactly what i do NOT want to do :/
So, am i missing something here? Or did i misunderstood some part of any solution i looked up so far? Or is it simply impossible to get back the data at this point?
I appreciate any hint you can give me.
Thanks in advance!
Robert