How to Downgrade Firmware on AT&T’s S5 Active SM-G870A and get Root Access after Augu
It took me over a week to search through threads and learn how to root my S5 Active SM-G870A after I installed the new August 2014 update and then later discovered the SD card issue (i.e. needing root access to allow apps to write to it).
Anyway, these forums helped but I had to piece lots together in order to do it right and make sure that I was not going to destroy a $600 phone.
Below is a compilation of what I found. I do not take any credit for the original contents. I have simply organized what I have found in many other threads so that others searching to resolve the same issue can do so in less time than me. Also, I put this together so that I do not feel like my time was wasted hunting all of this down!
How to Downgrade Firmware on AT&T’s S5 Active SM-G870A and get Root Access after August 2014 Update
Step 1: Downgrade your Phone’s Firmware to an Earlier Version
Original Thread Link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2799754
Before Starting:
1. Download and Install the latest Samsung USB Drivers.
2. Download and install the latest version of Odin (you may need to extract it using a zip program).
3. Download and extract the firmware file: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/3/?download=31669 (May 9th, 2014) OR HERE.
4. Make sure USB debugging is checked under “Settings/Developer Options” (If you don't know how to do that, go to "About Device" in Settings, and click on "Build Number” 5 times to unlock “Developer Options").
5. Back up your phone using any backup program that does not require root, just in case.
Flash Instructions:
6. Open Odin v3.09.
7. Reboot phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons).
8. Connect phone to your PC and wait until you get a blue sign in Odin.
9. Add the un-zipped firmware file to AP / PDA (Make sure re-partition is NOT ticked).
10. Click the start button, sit back and wait a few minutes.
You should see a bar at the bottom of your phone indicating progress and also in Odin. Once the phone restarts Odin will check to see if the firmware flash was a success. If it is, the “System” box will now display “Success.” Congratulations, you have downgraded your phone’s firmware, now you can root it using towelroot (www.towelroot.com).
Step 2: Install Towelroot
Before Starting:
1. Disable antivirus software on your phone. Towelroot is an exploit: it is how you get root. So your antivirus (if it’s worth a damn) will flag it.
2. Make sure that your phone can install application from unknown sources: Settings>Security>Unknown Sources>Check.
Towelroot Instructions:
3. Using your phone’s browser navigate to www.towelroot.com.
4. Click on the lambda in order to download the tr.apk file.
5. Locate the file on your phone and click on it. Chose the Android Package installer.
6. Follow the additional instructions.
Step 3: Do I have REALLY have Root Access?
1. Go to the Play Story and search “root checker.”
2. Download and install the app with the same name.
3. Run it. If it is a success, then download and install SuperSU.
I recommend getting Titanium Backup and paying for the pro-version ($5.99). Doing so will allow you to disable the AT&T notifications (“Freeze” AT&T Update) that will bug you once you downgrade your firmware, and there are lots of other things you can do with it now that your phone it rooted.
This “complete” intro guide should help anyone (especially newbies) root their S5 Active SM-G870A in a safe way if they have upgrade their phone in August 2014 or after.
UPDATE-Post Flash/Root
After working with the downgrade for a few days everything works fine except I lost the ability to use the default e-mail app. I noticed an "email" failure upon the first boot after the flash, but I ignored it because I was so focused on rooting.
This is not a big deal to me since I was not in love with the stock e-mail app to begin with. I have since found acceptable alternatives (that are actually better IMO). But if this is a big deal to you just be aware. It may be the firmware downgrade or it may have just happened to me. However, some people in the other thread mentioned losing GPS, but mine works fine (as does everything else).
I'm not a noob but thanks for putting this together
GS5 Firmware Download
Whenever I go to the SamMobile website, and go to the page for my phone (Samsung Galaxy S5 AT&T). When I download the file, I'm not able to extract the file because there is nothing in it. What am I doing wrong/does anyone have a direct download link. I tried googling around, but I couldn't find anything that worked.
Dont use the Odin Link, it is SPAM! just search xda
http://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s-advance/help/version-odin3-v3-10-t2859776
Nice to have it all in one place!
UPDATE: Failed to work on SM-g900a. Guess I'll just keep waiting for someone to n crack lollipop code.
ranthon007 said:
It took me over a week to search through threads and learn how to root my S5 Active SM-G870A after I installed the new August 2014 update and then later discovered the SD card issue (i.e. needing root access to allow apps to write to it).
Anyway, these forums helped but I had to piece lots together in order to do it right and make sure that I was not going to destroy a $600 phone.
Below is a compilation of what I found. I do not take any credit for the original contents. I have simply organized what I have found in many other threads so that others searching to resolve the same issue can do so in less time than me. Also, I put this together so that I do not feel like my time was wasted hunting all of this down!
How to Downgrade Firmware on AT&T’s S5 Active SM-G870A and get Root Access after August 2014 Update
Step 1: Downgrade your Phone’s Firmware to an Earlier Version
Original Thread Link: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2799754
Before Starting:
1. Download and Install the latest Samsung USB Drivers.
2. Download and install the latest version of Odin (you may need to extract it using a zip program).
3. Download and extract the firmware file: http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/3/?download=31669 (May 9th, 2014) OR HERE.
4. Make sure USB debugging is checked under “Settings/Developer Options” (If you don't know how to do that, go to "About Device" in Settings, and click on "Build Number” 5 times to unlock “Developer Options").
5. Back up your phone using any backup program that does not require root, just in case.
Flash Instructions:
6. Open Odin v3.09.
7. Reboot phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons).
8. Connect phone to your PC and wait until you get a blue sign in Odin.
9. Add the un-zipped firmware file to AP / PDA (Make sure re-partition is NOT ticked).
10. Click the start button, sit back and wait a few minutes.
You should see a bar at the bottom of your phone indicating progress and also in Odin. Once the phone restarts Odin will check to see if the firmware flash was a success. If it is, the “System” box will now display “Success.” Congratulations, you have downgraded your phone’s firmware, now you can root it using towelroot (www.towelroot.com).
Step 2: Install Towelroot
Before Starting:
1. Disable antivirus software on your phone. Towelroot is an exploit: it is how you get root. So your antivirus (if it’s worth a damn) will flag it.
2. Make sure that your phone can install application from unknown sources: Settings>Security>Unknown Sources>Check.
Towelroot Instructions:
3. Using your phone’s browser navigate to www.towelroot.com.
4. Click on the lambda in order to download the tr.apk file.
5. Locate the file on your phone and click on it. Chose the Android Package installer.
6. Follow the additional instructions.
Step 3: Do I have REALLY have Root Access?
1. Go to the Play Story and search “root checker.”
2. Download and install the app with the same name.
3. Run it. If it is a success, then download and install SuperSU.
I recommend getting Titanium Backup and paying for the pro-version ($5.99). Doing so will allow you to disable the AT&T notifications (“Freeze” AT&T Update) that will bug you once you downgrade your firmware, and there are lots of other things you can do with it now that your phone it rooted.
This “complete” intro guide should help anyone (especially newbies) root their S5 Active SM-G870A in a safe way if they have upgrade their phone in August 2014 or after.
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Like you, I have been scouring the Web trying to downgrade my sm-g900a back to Kitkat since Lollipop and At&t's locked bootloader prohibits rooting or any kind of customization. Whatsoever. So I really appreciate you taking the time to compile these steps! I am wondering however, is there a way to use Odin on a device other than a PC or Mac? For example an LG tablet? Sorry if that's a noob question. I know how and have successfully rooted previous Samsung galaxies using my PC Odin. I'm just away from home and only have a tablet with me. And this Lollipop cap has got to go ! Really appreciate your response.
FAIL! (AUTH)
the message I get is FAIL! (AUTH) in Odin 3.09.
now I am stuck at the Android system recovery screen <3E>
I'm looking for a way back from this.
squirt r6 said:
the message I get is FAIL! (AUTH) in Odin 3.09.
now I am stuck at the Android system recovery screen <3E>
I'm looking for a way back from this.
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I found solution. Just follow the guide in decription and everything is ok. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8481Qm0l010
nhutung said:
I found solution. Just follow the guide in decription and everything is ok.
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I had the same exact problem you did. I followed the link. Thanks for that! I got a PASS from Odin! But I am still stuck on the recovery boot screen. Doing a Data wipe and Cache wipe then restart doesn't work. Still stuck on that page. Any suggestions? Every forum I find just says to perform the data wipe and cache wipe then restart and I should be golden, except I'm not.
Updated method!
Allows downgrade from MM 6.0 down to OF3, which we now have the ability to root using this guide.
sure this guide is for the G870A?
IJoxer said:
Updated method!
Allows downgrade from MM 6.0 down to OF3, which we now have the ability to root using this guide.
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lJOXER, this guide seems to be for the standard S5 and not the ACTIVE? am i correct? is there any way to root a 5.0 OC3 ACTIVE?
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electric101 said:
lJOXER, this guide seems to be for the standard S5 and not the ACTIVE? am i correct? is there any way to root a 5.0 OC3 ACTIVE?
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Sorry "OF3"
bigpapi19 said:
I'm not a noob but thanks for putting this together
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you ever try this on the active?
electric101 said:
you ever try this on the active?
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Hey @electric101, sorry, I upgraded to an S7 and have been using another account. This guide actually applied to both, which is also the case for most custom roms. I actually owned the Active myself, often flashed and rooted with 900a methods. Hope that helps, good luck!
thats interesting.... the guy who posted the actual guide (AptLogic) told me that it didnt work with the 870A .... did you try it on an unrooted 870A running 5.0 or newer? when i try it fails on the first step of flashing experimental firmware using odin 3.11
if you were able to maybe i'm just not doing something right....
thank u..
those who r havin trouble...change cords & keep tryin! took me 3 trys.... and a few mins to get passed the att logo screen.. dont get discouraged
i did and walked away came back later at it was all gravy... w android 5.0... still cant root it... so if anyone has any idea...
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Good day, all.
My son has recently got a Verizon s5 and took the lollipop update. He now decided he wants root and all the fun that comes with it - and doesn't need to be lollipop; kitkat was fine.
Here's the problem. I am a Moto guy. I've always been moto and recently have turbo. I have NO clue what the build numbers mean, exactly how to start to get to where he wants to be. I've read these threads a dozen times and I think I'm ready to try. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
1. I believe I need Odin. And the drivers. No problem.
2. I believe I need to get back to kitkat, then root. with towel root.
3. He wants native tether capability to go along with his UDP, adaware, etc. Not sure I've found the kitkat app to do that.
4. I believe I can stop the lollipop update by freezing apps with TIbu, and I found the thread which says which apps to freeze.
5. He is not interested in custom ROMS yet so I don't think I'll be using safestrap ( I used that during my Droid Razr Maxx days so I am familiar with that).
So, if you can direct me to THE exact thread, that would be helpful. And the build / version of what I need to install. This is all like a foreign language at this point as the naming appears to me to be very different than my moto experience.
Thank you!
newskate9 said:
Good day, all.
My son has recently got a Verizon s5 and took the lollipop update. He now decided he wants root and all the fun that comes with it - and doesn't need to be lollipop; kitkat was fine.
Here's the problem. I am a Moto guy. I've always been moto and recently have turbo. I have NO clue what the build numbers mean, exactly how to start to get to where he wants to be. I've read these threads a dozen times and I think I'm ready to try. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
1. I believe I need Odin. And the drivers. No problem.
2. I believe I need to get back to kitkat, then root. with towel root.
3. He wants native tether capability to go along with his UDP, adaware, etc. Not sure I've found the kitkat app to do that.
4. I believe I can stop the lollipop update by freezing apps with TIbu, and I found the thread which says which apps to freeze.
5. He is not interested in custom ROMS yet so I don't think I'll be using safestrap ( I used that during my Droid Razr Maxx days so I am familiar with that).
So, if you can direct me to THE exact thread, that would be helpful. And the build / version of what I need to install. This is all like a foreign language at this point as the naming appears to me to be very different than my moto experience.
Thank you!
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There is only one firmware that can be rooted. That is NGC. Odin the full stock tar file that is in the notes #4 of this post. Root with towelroot, download SuperSU from play store, update the binaries, reboot phone. You will be rooted on 4.4.2
There are several firmwares that are 4.4.4. NI2 or NK2 would probably be best but that is up to you. Get rooted first. Then decide where you want to be.
newskate9 said:
Good day, all.
My son has recently got a Verizon s5 and took the lollipop update. He now decided he wants root and all the fun that comes with it - and doesn't need to be lollipop; kitkat was fine.
Here's the problem. I am a Moto guy. I've always been moto and recently have turbo. I have NO clue what the build numbers mean, exactly how to start to get to where he wants to be. I've read these threads a dozen times and I think I'm ready to try. Any guidance would be greatly appreciated.
1. I believe I need Odin. And the drivers. No problem.
2. I believe I need to get back to kitkat, then root. with towel root.
3. He wants native tether capability to go along with his UDP, adaware, etc. Not sure I've found the kitkat app to do that.
4. I believe I can stop the lollipop update by freezing apps with TIbu, and I found the thread which says which apps to freeze.
5. He is not interested in custom ROMS yet so I don't think I'll be using safestrap ( I used that during my Droid Razr Maxx days so I am familiar with that).
So, if you can direct me to THE exact thread, that would be helpful. And the build / version of what I need to install. This is all like a foreign language at this point as the naming appears to me to be very different than my moto experience.
Thank you!
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I will help you out with a full guide. I have nothing better to do right now. This will wipe the device.
Step 1: Download Odin, the Samsung USB Drivers, and the NCG Firmware. I have packaged them into a ZIP file for you here:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/82986368/Revert_And_Root_4-4-2-G900V.zip
Step 2: Extact the ZIP file.
Step 3: Install the Samsung USB Driver. Do not plug in the phone while the drivers are installing.
Step 4: Turn off the device. Now, hold down Home + Power + Volume Down. Once the Download mode screen comes up, press the Volume Up key.
Step 5: Open the Odin EXE file, in the Odin-3.09 folder.
Step 6: Click the "AP" button, and select the NCG Firmware (the .tar.md5 file with the very long name).
Step 7: Click "Start." This will flash the full stock KitKat firmware.
Step 8: Once rebooted, skip through the setup process.
Step 9: On the device, go to towelroot.com and click the weird symbol. This will download Towelroot. Install the APK now.
Step 10: Open TR, and click Make it Rain. You are now rooted on KitKat.
Step 11: Install SuperSU from the play store, open it up, and install the binaries.
Freezing the app "SDM" in Titanium Backup will indeed disable the Lollipop update notification.
FoxFi is the tethering app you're looking for.
You can stop here, but if you want to get a custom recovery, follow these steps: (UPDATE: You said you don't need one. I'm just pointing you there in case).
Install "Busybox Free" from the Play Store.
Open it and click "Install."
Download this APK and install it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=7144&task=get
Open it, click "Agree," and then click Install Recovery.
You now have a custom recovery! Rebooting will ask you to boot into recovery or into normal mode.
That's it! Let me know of any problems. I will be active here today
Nandr0idC0nsumer said:
I will help you out with a full guide. I have nothing better to do right now. This will wipe the device.
Step 1: Download Odin, the Samsung USB Drivers, and the NCG Firmware. I have packaged them into a ZIP file for you here:
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/82986368/Revert_And_Root_4-4-2-G900V.zip
Step 2: Extact the ZIP file.
Step 3: Install the Samsung USB Driver. Do not plug in the phone while the drivers are installing.
Step 4: Turn off the device. Now, hold down Home + Power + Volume Down. Once the Download mode screen comes up, press the Volume Up key.
Step 5: Open the Odin EXE file, in the Odin-3.09 folder.
Step 6: Click the "AP" button, and select the NCG Firmware (the .tar.md5 file with the very long name).
Step 7: Click "Start." This will flash the full stock KitKat firmware.
Step 8: Once rebooted, skip through the setup process.
Step 9: On the device, go to towelroot.com and click the weird symbol. This will download Towelroot. Install the APK now.
Step 10: Open TR, and click Make it Rain. You are now rooted on KitKat.
Freezing the app "SDM" in Titanium Backup will indeed disable the Lollipop update notification.
FoxFi is the tethering app you're looking for.
You can stop here, but if you want to get a custom recovery, follow these steps: (UPDATE: You said you don't need one. I'm just pointing you there in case).
Install "Busybox Free" from the Play Store.
Open it and click "Install."
Download this APK and install it: http://forum.xda-developers.com/devdb/project/dl/?id=7144&task=get
Open it, click "Agree," and then click Install Recovery.
You now have a custom recovery! Rebooting will ask you to boot into recovery or into normal mode.
That's it! Let me know of any problems. I will be active here today
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y
You forgot one step. After making it rain, you download SuperSU from the play store, update the binaries, and reboot.
Tulsadiver said:
y
You forgot one step. After making it rain, you download SuperSU from the play store, update the binaries, and reboot.
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Woops! Just added it back in.
Gentlemen - success!
Wow. I was telling my son this would be "hard" and he laughed at how easy it was. Thank you, guys. Sitting at 4.4.2 for now, and we'll let him play with this a bit then go from there.
Sincerely, thank you for your help and guidance.
This guide is for those of us that have devices that have been updated to the new bootloader 4 firmware which prevents downgrading to a firmware compatable with most sim unlocking tools. Firmware versions that suffer this include PH7, PJ2 or PK1 for s7 and s7e (s7e=edge for purpose of this guide, s7=g930x, s7e=g935x).
This method was used personally and tested using a sprint s7 g930p on PJ2 firmware. Your mileage may vary
This involves rooting and will trip warranty status flag. If you have another rooting method different from this thread that wont void warranty or trip KNOX please use that instead.
After this guide you can use a unlocking method of your choice a few that work will be outlined later and also a few to avoid. I also recommend having a copy of your stock rom in case anything goes wrong.
Part A: Setup
1.) Download Root_S7.zip from the bottom of this post, extract the files so that you have the folder Root_S7 with files inside it.
Copy this folder to the root of your phones internal storage and leave a copy on your PC also so you can run(double click) Root_S7.bat in the later step.
2.) Download and setup Package Disabler and use it to disable the following: (should be about 5 apps total. This step not 100 percent necessary but I found it made things easier)
Anything that says Knox
Anything DM (all of them)
SecurityLogAgent
3.) Go to Settings>About Device> and tap "Build Number" 7 times to enable "Developer Menu" then enable "USB Debugging" and "OEM unlock" in the Developer Menu.
4.) Power off the phone completely, now hold Home and Volume-(down), keep them pressed and power the phone on.
5.) Press Volume+(up) when prompted to enter "Downloading Mode"
6.) Connect USB and wait for all drivers to finish installing on PC.
7.) Download SM-G930x_Engineering_BOOT.tar.md5 or SM-G935x_Engineering_BOOT.tar.md5 (choose correct file for S7 or S7e).
8.) Open Odin3 (Run as administrator), then select the above file in "AP" slot, then press START on Odin3, the file will be flashed.
9.) keep phone connected to PC as soon as the system identifies the device Double click "Root_S7.bat that is inside Root_S7 folder that you extracted on your PC. After the phone reboots automatically it is rooted. (it may take a couple tries due to the phone bootlooping, once successful SuperSU will be installed)
10.) Open SuperSU app and go to its settings>Access> and change it from "Prompt" to "Grant". After you have changed this setting the phone should only reboot 1 more time.
11.) Proceed to unlocking
NOTE: If SuperSU prompts "update su binary" you need to run the Root_S7.bat again, and/also check that you have copied Root_S7 folder with exact same name and location as the picture below. Do not use the SuperSU from playstore use the one included in the zip.
You can now unlock using idoneapps or you can PM grsjohn.
After unlock I suggest reflashing stock rom to remove root and restore functionality.
Part B: If you decide to pm Mr. grsjohn.
1.) On a windows machine download and install TeamViewer 11 and Usb redirector
2.)In Teamviewer click extras>options>advanced>show advanced>install VPN driver (its close to the bottom)
3.)Contact Mr. grsjohn. Prepare to donate because Mr. grsjohn is awesome and is doing this with his own resources and free time. :fingers-crossed:
Thanks to and beers for
colormedroid For Root Thread here.
grsjohn for sim unlocking. :highfive: And gets my endorsement.
idoneapps for guide and root zip here.
Note: I Bulletbeef am in no way associated with idoneapps.com or any other entity. I was in the situation that this guide addresses and thought it a nice thing if everyone could have the information consolidated and in an easy to follow guide. I WILL NOT BE HELD RESPONSIBLE FOR PHONE BRICKS, LIMBS STUCK IN TOASTERS OR THE DELAY OF HALF LIFE 3.
Downloads: (Mirrors welcomed)
Mega
Useful Links
Useful links will be posted here:
Samsung Galaxy S7 (SM-G930P) Root & Xposed Framework install Without Voiding Warranty
SM-G930P Root - Updated 10/25/2016
Unlocking methods and services suggestions.
Unlocking suggestions will go here:
Unlockbase Cable - Confirmed works up to bootloader 3 on s7, great refund policy.
idoneapps - Should work
Sammobile - should work on bootloader 4 with root, great refund policy.
s7 tmobile not supported ..
This process doesn’t always work first time.
grsjohn said:
T-mobile phones usually have unlock app, this models can be unlocked by code wity this app, only if phone is eligible for unlock
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if it is not eligible then how to unlock..?
grsjohn said:
T-mobile phones usually have unlock app, this models can be unlocked by code wity this app, only if phone is eligible for unlock
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If I load some other carriers firmware will it be possible?
grsjohn said:
bad idea, on t-mobile phones you must flash only firmwares made for it
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right now i m have u firmware
Will this unlock a straight talk s7, I think firmware is ph4?
Help me
I have SM-G930T and even with the unlocking password I got from the simdoctor site, I can not unlock. Can someone help me?
tmobile need to be unlocked via app..!!
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diegosantospt said:
I have SM-G930T and even with the unlocking password I got from the simdoctor site, I can not unlock. Can someone help me?
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tmobile need to be unlocked via app..!!
Will this method work for Sprint locked SM-G935P?
Please someone get back to me asap
Anyone try it to get a free unlock codefrom askunlock.net....is not exactly free, is a win win situation, but I dont know what to say...
hi.
I have galaxy S7 locked to unknown canadian network.
can i use this guide to unlock it ?
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daveyaz said:
hi.
I have galaxy S7 locked to unknown canadian network.
can i use this guide to unlock it ?
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Any idea [email protected]#$#@!
hello, iam owner of SG7 (SM-G930F), i followed the steps described above and my phone now is dead, i can't enter into download mode (odin Mode) it only display the
message "Exception: do_handler_sync: UNKNOWN (0x2000000) pc: 0x88144000 Ir: 0x8f0009318 sp: 0x0f10ff50".
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hello, iam owner of SG7 (SM-G930F), i followed the steps described above and my phone now is dead, i can't enter into download mode (odin Mode) it only display the
message "Exception: do_handler_sync: UNKNOWN (0x2000000) pc: 0x88144000 Ir: 0x8f0009318 sp: 0x0f10ff50".
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i fixed my trouble using an older odin.
I have use SM-G935x_Engineering_BOOT.tar.md5 this file ,after reboot it will none stop to reboot
what should I do?
i use G935V
930AZ running 930U (ATT), sent my phone into bootloop.
Mr William
Hi i have a Samsung S7 edge and when i phone out it said that you not register on network had replace the sim and did factory reset and update and clear cashme but still the same had use the phone for 6 months and when i woke up and want to phone i got that???
Hi,
i need to get this phone rooted please, no root apps works, @Chainfire maybe can help?
Any one be able to help if this can be rooted?
xxmcvapourxx said:
Any one be able to help if this can be rooted?
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Here we go. This is for S320VLUDU2API3 firmware, but probably works on any revision 2 firmware.
KNOX should remain 0x0
Instructions
1. Enable OEM UNLOCK
In Settings>About>Software info tap the build number 7 times to enable developer options. Once you've enabled developer options, developer options will appear in settings just above the About device option. Open developer options, the 4th or 5th option should be “OEM Unlock”. Turn on.
2. Flash the eng boot image.
This is a special boot image normally used by engineers, it allows selinux to be booted in permissive mode with relaxed root restrictions.
Do not replace this image with the stock image after rooting your device or you will possibly soft brick your device.
(See below for how to recover)
ENG_BOOT_S320VL_API3
3. Install boot image:
Download Odin v3.11.1
Reboot Phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons)
Connect phone and wait until you get a blue sign in Odin
Add the ENG_BOOT_S320VL_API3.tar to AP / PDA
Make sure re-partition is NOT ticked
Click the start button, sit back and wait few minutes
Reboot
Check in Settings>About>Software, your device should be in Selinux permissive mode.
4. Install and run Kingroot:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
Make sure you have an internet connection.
You may need to run Kingroot several times to gain successful root.
5. Install and run SuperSU me to remove Kingroot and convert to SuperSU (not required) :
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ore&pcampaignid=APPU_1_uzPDVbGyFcGNyATHrqmoCA
6. Wifi fix:
modify the line below in /system/build.prop:
ro.securestorage.support=true to false
Recovering from a soft brick:
Flash the stock firmware provided below wirh ODIN
https://firmwarefile.com/samsung-sm-s320vl
Good luck I hope it works for you.
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Here we go. This is for S320VLUDU2API3 firmware, but probably works on any revision 2 firmware.
Instructions
1. Enable OEM UNLOCK
In Settings>About>Software info tap the build number 7 times to enable developer options. Once you've enabled developer options, developer options will appear in settings just above the About device option. Open developer options, the 4th or 5th option should be “OEM Unlock”. Turn on.
2. Flash the eng boot image.
This is a special boot image normally used by engineers, it allows selinux to be booted in permissive mode with relaxed root restrictions.
Do not replace this image with the stock image after rooting your device or you will possibly soft brick your device.
(See below for how to recover)
ENG_BOOT_S320VL_API3
3. Install boot image:
Download Odin v3.11.1
Reboot Phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons)
Connect phone and wait until you get a blue sign in Odin
Add the ENG_BOOT_S320VL_API3.tar to AP / PDA
Make sure re-partition is NOT ticked
Click the start button, sit back and wait few minutes
Reboot
Check in Settings>About>Software, your device should be in Selinux permissive mode.
4. Install and run Kingroot:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/apps-games/one-click-root-tool-android-2-x-5-0-t3107461
Make sure you have an internet connection.
You may need to run Kingroot several times to gain successful root.
5. Install and run SuperSU me to remove Kingroot and convert to SuperSU (not required) :
https://play.google.com/store/apps/...ore&pcampaignid=APPU_1_uzPDVbGyFcGNyATHrqmoCA
6. Wifi fix:
modify the line below in /system/build.prop:
ro.securestorage.support=true to false
Recovering from a soft brick:
Flash the stock firmware provided below wirh ODIN
https://firmwarefile.com/samsung-sm-s320vl
Good luck I hope it works for you.
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Hi quick question ,
i've done steps 1-3 worked fine - http://pastebin.com/raw/PbA49d0q
my next question cant i get a custom twrp to root it or custom rom cause kingaroot not working properly.
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Hi quick question ,
i've done steps 1-3 worked fine - http://pastebin.com/raw/PbA49d0q
my next question cant i get a custom twrp to root it or custom rom cause kingaroot not working properly.
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Unfortunately you can't install custom recovery on this device. This device has a locked bootloader.
What issues are you reporting, did you manage to gain root?
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Unfortunately you can't install custom recovery on this device. This device has a locked bootloader.
What issues are you reporting, did you manage to gain root?
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when trying to root
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i get i've tried the pc version and the apk a few tries i keep getting notifications in the settings it is set to permissive
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Unfortunately you can't install custom recovery on this device. This device has a locked bootloader.
What issues are you reporting, did you manage to gain root?
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i keep getting stuck on this : https://s4.postimg.org/mxi70k1vx/Image3.png
figured it out -- it was the pin we just trying super me
xxmcvapourxx said:
i keep getting stuck on this : https://s4.postimg.org/mxi70k1vx/Image3.png
ok I tried 3 different cords, various lengths, and now no matter what I get this screen only
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You're using the desktop version, please download and use the android English apk:
http://www.apkmirror.com/apk/kingro...-release/kingroot-5-0-5-android-apk-download/
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Is there an update on this, did anyone achieve root?
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Is there an update on this, did anyone achieve root?
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Hi,
Just update :
used the bootimge via odin works fine.
Installed kingaroot via app root takes a few times.
Superme (legit) brought removes kingaroot and installs super su and binaries then reboots <---- here i lose root again i have to use kingaroot sometimes it auto reboots it self.
My friend also has the same phone do you have skype or telegram so we can chat private
xxmcvapourxx said:
Hi,
Just update :
used the bootimge via odin works fine.
Installed kingaroot via app root takes a few times.
Superme (legit) brought removes kingaroot and installs super su and binaries then reboots <---- here i lose root again i have to use kingaroot sometimes it auto reboots it self.
My friend also has the same phone do you have skype or telegram so we can chat private
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Does it reboot itself as soon as SuperSU me installs supersu? That's probably the reason for root not sticking.
You could try the script below, I have confirmation it still works for the same procedure.
Steps 3 to 12.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ide-how-to-root-tripping-knox-kitkat-t3129484
Obviously use updated apps and don't flash the boot partition.
You will also need to flash the system version of SuperSU not EverRoot.
When you get to step 12, don't flash the firmware.
Disable EverRoot and just flash this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/v2-64-2-66-supersu-mode-t3286120
That should give you permanent root.
Sorry, but I don't use any of those apps you posted.
ashyx said:
Does it reboot itself as soon as SuperSU me installs supersu? That's probably the reason for root not sticking.
You could try the script below, I have confirmation it still works for the same procedure.
Steps 3 to 12.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ide-how-to-root-tripping-knox-kitkat-t3129484
Obviously use updated apps and don't flash the boot partition.
You will also need to flash the system version of SuperSU not EverRoot.
When you get to step 12, don't flash the firmware.
Disable EverRoot and just flash this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/v2-64-2-66-supersu-mode-t3286120
That should give you permanent root.
Sorry, but I don't use any of those apps you posted.
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Yes as soon as super su me installs ask to install binaries ans ask to reboot it will lose root.
I will try the script without flashing firmware
Thank you ill let you know how i get on
ashyx said:
Does it reboot itself as soon as SuperSU me installs supersu? That's probably the reason for root not sticking.
You could try the script below, I have confirmation it still works for the same procedure.
Steps 3 to 12.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...ide-how-to-root-tripping-knox-kitkat-t3129484
Obviously use updated apps and don't flash the boot partition.
You will also need to flash the system version of SuperSU not EverRoot.
When you get to step 12, don't flash the firmware.
Disable EverRoot and just flash this:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/apps/supersu/v2-64-2-66-supersu-mode-t3286120
That should give you permanent root.
Sorry, but I don't use any of those apps you posted.
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My friend done a tutorial what he did on the process when losing root he followed your first guide http://pastebin.com/raw/ZSZExWt6
xxmcvapourxx said:
My friend done a tutorial what he did on the process when losing root he followed your first guide http://pastebin.com/raw/ZSZExWt6
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It's not related to the bootloader, the bootloader is still locked, it's simply an incomplete installation of SuperSU. Probably due to permissions.
Follow the guide posted above and you should be good. I'd also suggest using root package disabler to disable knox.
Hit search in the app and type knox. Disable all knox related files.
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.kunkunsoft.rootpackagedisablerfree
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So can anybody confirm where we're up to with this. Has root been achieved? Are we good to post this as a viable root solution?
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So can anybody confirm where we're up to with this. Has root been achieved? Are we good to post this as a viable root solution?
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Hi,
still not rooting perm -- Followed the exact tutorial you have gave us , me and my friend and we both lost root.
stock > odin > kingroot apk > supersu me > flashfire > supersu-sytemmode.2.79 rebooted lost root.
the only way we can do this is not to ever reboot....to keep root
xxmcvapourxx said:
Hi,
still not rooting perm -- Followed the exact tutorial you have gave us , me and my friend and we both lost root.
stock > odin > kingroot apk > supersu me > flashfire > supersu-sytemmode.2.79 rebooted lost root.
the only way we can do this is not to ever reboot....to keep root
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So even when flashing root with Flashfire still losing root? Did you try using the script posted above?
Also could you post a screenshot of Root validator after losing root?
I would also suggest flashing the stock firmware with FLASHFIRE.
Ensure to Uncheck the boot partition and disable EverRoot.
Add the system supersu zip to the install.
It may be remnants of Kingroot causing the issue. Flashing this way will ensure a clean system with just supersu.
Having the same problem
I can't even do the OEM unlock and wondering if Knox is stopping me from doing it. Kingroot gets to about 77% before giving up. Also tried "one click root" and "odin" and a couple of others. Tried to uninstall Knox with many different aps but noway will it let me. I bought this J3 in HongKong and it is full of crap and adds that pop up and cover the whole screen. I have had some negative affects on the phone with all the playing around I've done to the point where when I hold down the buttons (power volume etc) the phone just goes into its first normal boot screen and stays there. Hope I haven't hijacked the thread but thought I may have the same problem as the original thread poster
stanfox said:
I can't even do the OEM unlock and wondering if Knox is stopping me from doing it. Kingroot gets to about 77% before giving up. Also tried "one click root" and "odin" and a couple of others. Tried to uninstall Knox with many different aps but noway will it let me. I bought this J3 in HongKong and it is full of crap and adds that pop up and cover the whole screen. I have had some negative affects on the phone with all the playing around I've done to the point where when I hold down the buttons (power volume etc) the phone just goes into its first normal boot screen and stays there. Hope I haven't hijacked the thread but thought I may have the same problem as the original thread poster
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Why can't you enable OEM unlock? Remove any pin/password from the device first.
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Why can't you enable OEM unlock? Remove any pin/password from the device first.
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I was surprised at first when you directed me to this thread ashyx, the first word I saw was Kingroot and I was sure a dev such as yourself wouldn't use that.
I write against Kingroot all the time. It is information stealing malware that doesn't even give true root, packs PUPs, and sends IMEI and other info to China upon install (check the logcat).
And it's nortoriously hard to get rid of and replace with a different SU. From what I read above, true root hasnt' been achieved yet. Ive used KR a few times in the past, but never again. It used to be easier to replace KingUser w SuperSU. Not so much anymore.
Please folks, Kingroot IS NOT actual root ; please quit posting about it in a true professional developer site.
Ahyx, PM me if you wish. I'd like to work on any methods other than this. I can get the bootloader unlocked from Net 10. But not until having it hooked up w/ lthem for a year. I've already chosen to disconnect this device anyhow because I can't stand using a non-rooted phone. Too bad, it's a good machine. I got a great buy on it. $50US brand new. Same store today $99. WalMart = $120
I just bought an LG G3 for $45. Verizon model, interesting root. I had to downgrade firmware to achieve root. It's TWRPd, and running Dirty Unicorns 10.6, a nice rom, better once I mod it.
Tried the latest RR rom for it. Nougat was cool, but too early, too many bugs.
Here's my Cheat Sheet ! This is the same procedure I used a while back with N910VVRU2CPD1 . I just updated the thread to work with the newer package.
1. Odin SamMobile N910VVRU2BPA1
reboot and factory reset a few times if needed to remove custom icon
2. Odin hsbadr's N910VVRU2BPA1_N910VVRU2CPD1_FullFirmware.tar HERE
3. Unlock with the samsung_unlock_n4-fix PROCESS use SIM card for data. Wi-Fi will not work at this point.
4. Odin twrp-3.0.2-0-trltevzw.tar Uncheck Auto Reboot, Manually boot into TWRP
5. Odin hsbadr's N910VVRU2CPD1_StockRestore.tar HERE
6. TWRP BETA-SuperSU-v2.71-20160331103524, Factory Reset, boot system
7. Use FlashFire to Flash firmware package SamMobile N910VVRU2CQI2
( ! System and Cache only ! )
Your mileage may vary.
Before I install my personal apps I remove as much Verizon, Samsung and Google spyware as possible.
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EDIT: I was able to skip the recommended rooting and unlocking of 5.1.1 and make the jump I described.
I did not do the unlock using Kingroot until step 3 and I did not permanent root with Super Su until step 6.
No matter how you get there the phone has to be on [Firmware] [MM] [6.0.1] [RetEd/DevEd] Safe Upgrade to Marshmallow [N910VVRU2CPD1] then you can use FlashFire.
Hyperlinks are in the text to most of what's needed.
Credit AstonsAndroid I found it HERE
I keep seeing people saying there is a way to just flash TWRP and Magisk and you're done. I'd like to avoid SuperSU and the other root methods if possible. How would that work with your updated guide? Thanks
My main concern is the spyware the guys on Reddit bring up. Not to use kingroot and the like. Was there any resolution to this thread you posted Dr cool? Want to unlock my bootloader and flash the MODest ROM but I want to be able to avoid spyware too. Thanks for your work.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/no...spyware-fix-fixed-lag-wi-fi-problems-t3433839
RootMyNote4Please said:
My main concern is the spyware the guys on Reddit bring up. Not to use kingroot and the like. Was there any resolution to this thread you posted Dr cool? Want to unlock my bootloader and flash the MODest ROM but I want to be able to avoid spyware too. Thanks for your work.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/no...spyware-fix-fixed-lag-wi-fi-problems-t3433839
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I'm not sure if it was spyware or what. but my phone performance better after cleaning out that folder.
Thanks doc. Is that a folder that gets overwritten when you flash a new room?
This says "Continue with sim card data because wifi wont work at this point."
What if we don't have any data right now? Will it still work?
lodilovesmuffins said:
This says "Continue with sim card data because wifi wont work at this point."
What if we don't have any data right now? Will it still work?
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Kingroot needs to connected to root. I never seen it work without a connection. N910VVRU2BPA1_N910VVRU2CPD1_FullFirmware.tar brakes wifi but you get it back with N910VVRU2CPD1_StockRestore.tar, I dont know why. It just works
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Thanks doc. Is that a folder that gets overwritten when you flash a new room?
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My best guess now is it's some kind of provisioning issue that is cleaned up. Some of the files deleted you may actually need some day.
does this require the developer version? btw how do i backup
I seem to lose root after I flash CPD1. Still have TWRP though and says developer mode. What could be causing this?
Edit - When I flash stock restore I mean. I get rooted on BPA/CPD and then when I go to the next step I'm losing root and Kingroot says it has no solutions. I must be doing something wrong.
RootMyNote4Please said:
I seem to lose root after I flash CPD1. Still have TWRP though and says developer mode. What could be causing this?
Edit - When I flash stock restore I mean. I get rooted on BPA/CPD and then when I go to the next step I'm losing root and Kingroot says it has no solutions. I must be doing something wrong.
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As long as you have TWRP installed still you are in good shape. At that point, you could either flash (through TWRP) SuperSu or magisk (on certain kernels magisk install errors out in twrp). The main objective is to get the custom recovery (twrp) installed on the 6.0.1 bootloader and once that's done it's just a matter of flashing your preferred rooting method or flashing a rom that has root included.
You can use an app like this to check your bootloader to make sure it's the right one.
kevintm78 said:
As long as you have TWRP installed still you are in good shape. At that point, you could either flash (through TWRP) SuperSu or magisk (on certain kernels magisk install errors out in twrp). The main objective is to get the custom recovery (twrp) installed on the 6.0.1 bootloader and once that's done it's just a matter of flashing your preferred rooting method or flashing a rom that has root included.
You can use an app like this to check your bootloader to make sure it's the right one.
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That's weird. I flashed SuperSU but it didn't show up in the apps and when I tried to use Flashfire it said I didn't have root.
Got there. SuperSU had an error message when I tried to install it the 1st time after flashing full system. So I rebooted and installed again. Now Flashfire crashes and won't open. Switched to Flashify and it seems to work ok.
Edit - Stuck here for now. Flashify can't seem to find the CQI2 file and I still haven't been able to get Flashfire to work. Tried an older version and still crashes when it checks to see if I have the pro version or not.
In case someone else has the same problem with Flashfire, it's because the program expired April 1st, 2018. Turn the date back on your phone and it will load.
Finally completed it!!!
Ok, so the things I learned from my trials and errors.
1) DON'T flash the kernal and SU after you root with the N4 fix. I did this the 1st 15 times and could never get Flashfire to work later on. So skip all of the stuff in that post after you flash TWRP. Then flash the next firmware step.
2) Uncheck auto time and date on your phone and roll it back to before 4/1/18 to get Flashfire to work.
I'm sure there are some more things and I'll add whatever else I think can help the next guy along. Good luck! And thanks for the guide doc!
Note: Did the phone icon on your lock screen disappear as well when you were done? The camera is there on the bottom right like normal, but the phone is gone on the bottom left and it displays the charging info there now.
Thanks for this - it was helpful to make clear that in my mind that despite what other guides say, there is no need to unlock a Lollipop bootloader with a Lollipop kernel + ROM first, and that we can boot a Lollipop kernel + ROM with a Marshmallow bootchain and unlock the Marshmallow bootloader from the get-go.
I tracked down the CQI2 full Odin and I made hybrid Odins that get you "rooted on N910VVRU2CQI2" in fewer steps, following hsbadr's file naming scheme:
N910VVRU2BPA1_N910VVRU2CQI2_FullFirmware.tar.md5: MM CQI2 bootchain/firmware/modem, LL BPA1 ROM/kernel/recovery
N910VVRU2CQI2_StockRestore.tar: MM CQI2 ROM/kernel (no recovery - TWRP isn't overwritten)
These should be fine as drop-in replacements for the files mentioned in steps 2 and 5 of your guide.
Using these obviously means that you are unlocking the CQI2 aboot instead of the CPD1 aboot in step 3 while temprooted, and - importantly - step 7 is unnecessary to get to a CQI2 ROM, which is good because Flashfire is now expired :3
I doubt there's much of a real benefit to being on the newer aboot, but hey, why not.
Hey, no one answered my question from a while ago. So I'll ask again, does this require the developer version of the Note 4?
lodilovesmuffins said:
Hey, no one answered my question from a while ago. So I'll ask again, does this require the developer version of the Note 4?
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No, this will work with both versions of the verizon note 4.
kevintm78 said:
No, this will work with both versions of the verizon note 4.
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Ok, thank you very much. I'll try and root my phone with this tutorial now.
Please help!!!!
I followed this link because its supposed to be a way to downgrade from 6.1.0 to 5.1.1 so I can unlock boot loader. However, these instructions make no sense to me. Can someone PLEASE help me. I've been searching and searching for a way to root my note 4 (N910VVRS2CQA1) and can't seem to find a way. I've never done this before so I'm pretty clueless. When I read these instructions, I just don't understand what I'm supposed to be doing. A lot of this tech lingo means nothing to me unfortunately. I'm starting to thing I should just give up the idea of rooting this Note 4 that's getting slower and slower and just get a new one. I don't really want to though bc I love the fact that you can replace the battery. It'd be much easier to just root and upgrade.....well, easier if I actually knew how.
Hello!
These are a few files and guides for rooting a G930T with the Android Oreo 8.0.0 G930TUVS9CSC1 update.
Most Samsung apps, such as S-Health and Samsung Pay, will not function as Knox has detected root.
I've included a link to a patched S-Health app that allows for step-counting, but HR and Sp02 functionalities are missing.
Read all of this and the original guide linked at the bottom before performing any steps towards rooting the device.
-ROOT GUIDE-
-Backup any data on the device.
-Enable "OEM Unlock" in the Developer Options menu on the device.
-Reboot the device into Download mode. ODIN v3.13 should recognize it with an "Added!!"
-Add the v9 Bootloader into the "BL" entry box. Nothing else should be added or checked.
-Begin the transfer with "Start."
-Once the phone has rebooted into Android, open CMD with "cmd-here.exe."
-Enter "root.bat" into the command prompt window to begin the root process.
-Follow the root directions. There will be descriptions of each step in the CMD window, so read them carefully.
-Once the device has been rebooted and rooted, FlashFire, SuperSU, and other apps will appear on the device.
-Use FlashFire to flash the VoLTE icon removal zip. Check both mounting boxes for the flash to succeed.
The guide has been completed with hopefully no issues.
If for any reason there has been an issue or you'd like to unroot the device, stock files have been linked at the bottom.
In my experience, a factory reset and a flash of the stock files should undo most user errors.
-SOURCE LINKS-
(Root Method Guide)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-s7-edge/how-to/root-s7-s7edge-oreo-nougat-t3819616 @jrkruse
(The rooted v9 Bootloader)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=79528528&postcount=1623 @robdog82
(Patched S-Health)
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s9/how-to/knox-patched-samsung-health-6-3-0-027-t3919737 @xpirt
(Stock G930TUVS9CSC1 files)
https://www.sammobile.com/samsung/galaxy-s7/firmware/SM-G930T/TMB/download/G930TUVS9CSC1/264972/
(Archive of these files as of July 2019)
https://www.dropbox.com/sh/oohvm7zxcgf51kc/AAB2Hy8C0HJyEygRpJIV8z35a?dl=0
Anyone try this yet?
Can somebody help me out? I am trying to go back to stock and despite having a free membership on sam, it will not allow me to download the stock firmware. It keeps telling me to sign up even though I am a free member. Free members should be able to get the latest firmware at a slow speed without paying correct? I dunno why somebody just doesn't toss these files up on a dropbox or google drive.
ftateen said:
Can somebody help me out? I am trying to go back to stock and despite having a free membership on sam, it will not allow me to download the stock firmware. It keeps telling me to sign up even though I am a free member. Free members should be able to get the latest firmware at a slow speed without paying correct? I dunno why somebody just doesn't toss these files up on a dropbox or google drive.
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Did the root work?
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Did the root work?
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Root worked . But i'm trying to return to stock because a deal came up with Tmobile and i want to return everything to stock for a possible trade in.
I've added an archive of all of the files at the bottom of the original post, @ftateen.
OK I have read every post in this thread and now my brain hurts. It's been a long day so I am probably just being stupid, however.... I have a 930 with bootloaderv9 I believe (g930tuvsacsg1). Can I follow the rooting guide but use the 930u engineer to gain root or is my phone still a no love zone>
alarmdude9 said:
OK I have read every post in this thread and now my brain hurts. It's been a long day so I am probably just being stupid, however.... I have a 930 with bootloaderv9 I believe (g930tuvsacsg1). Can I follow the rooting guide but use the 930u engineer to gain root or is my phone still a no love zone>
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I'm in the same boat. From what I can tell, it seems like T-Mobile added bootloader 9 to the update, but I can't confirm whether using the version linked to in this post will work without issue or if the versions have to be a perfect match to not fail/brick/trip Knox.
All I really want is to root my old S7 so I can play around with root-level access. I'm not using it for mobile data, just tethering to my current phone's mobile hotspot, so it makes no difference to me if I end up with a T-Mobile tweak of Android or something more like a stock version.
SV REV CHECK FAIL : [boot]Fused 10 > Binary 9
Hi,
Upon trying the files you provide, I get the above error msg.
I've search everywhere (I think) in order to find the updated BL...
Thanks anyway - If you have a solution???
sp
Hello! I'm a newbie in all of this, so forgive me if I'm asking something obvious.
I used this thread to root my Galaxy S7 (SM-G930T), Baseband version G930TUVS9CSC1, Android version 8.0, but I can't edit the hosts file.
Root Checker says Root Access is properly installed but when I try to edit and save the hosts file I get a message that I can't save because it's a read-only file system.
I tried to edit using ES File Explorer and Cx File Explorer with no luck.
A long time ago I had this same phone rooted with Android version 6.0 and I was able to edit the hosts file.
Any idea how to fix this? All help would be appreciated.
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UPDATE: I found a solution. Another file explorer worked. I have no idea why the others didn't.