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[Q] Problem rooting SM-N9005

For two days i have been struggling to root my new Orange Romania N9005.
First of all I downloaded CF Auto Root and Odin 3.09. Followed the steps exactly (i'm not new to rooting) ,Uninstalled Kies and downloaded the latest drivers only, and every single time I try to root it Odin gives the following error:
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> CF-Auto-Root-hlte-hltexx-smn9005.tar.md5 is valid.
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/005> Added!!
<ID:0/005> Odin v.3 engine (ID:5)..
<ID:0/005> File analysis..
<ID:0/005> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/005> Initialzation..
<ID:0/005> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/005> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/005> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/005> recovery.img
<ID:0/005> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/005> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/005>
<ID:0/005> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
On the screen of the note 3 the following error in red : SECURE CHECK FAIL : recovery
I have since tried every single version of ODIN , tried flashing pre-rooted roms only to get my device soft bricked(Fails right at the very end, and then I restored via kies )
,I have tried to change usb ports to no avail, even tried to root it on 4 different laptops.Tried with different cables, with usb debugging on and off, NOTHING WORKS!!!
Please help me I am thinking of setting it on fire!!!

Try install Kies and try again...
/CK

tried with old kies and kies 3 as well.Also tried older drivers.
Do i have a locked BootLoader?This shouldnt be the case as it is an n9005.
Any way to check if bootloader is locked and if so any way to unlock it for the international version?
Thanks!

No one?
Doesn't any one know how to help?Don't know where else to ask.

NavDragan said:
Doesn't any one know how to help?Don't know where else to ask.
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On the settings page under security..make sure you have reactivation lock uncheck...
Than try again..that's usually the problem
Sent from [email protected] Ass Note III SM-N9005

NavDragan said:
For two days i have been struggling to root my new Orange Romania N9005.
First of all I downloaded CF Auto Root and Odin 3.09. Followed the steps exactly (i'm not new to rooting) ,Uninstalled Kies and downloaded the latest drivers only, and every single time I try to root it Odin gives the following error:
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> CF-Auto-Root-hlte-hltexx-smn9005.tar.md5 is valid.
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/005> Added!!
<ID:0/005> Odin v.3 engine (ID:5)..
<ID:0/005> File analysis..
<ID:0/005> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/005> Initialzation..
<ID:0/005> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/005> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/005> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/005> recovery.img
<ID:0/005> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/005> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/005>
<ID:0/005> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
On the screen of the note 3 the following error in red : SECURE CHECK FAIL : recovery
I have since tried every single version of ODIN , tried flashing pre-rooted roms only to get my device soft bricked(Fails right at the very end, and then I restored via kies )
,I have tried to change usb ports to no avail, even tried to root it on 4 different laptops.Tried with different cables, with usb debugging on and off, NOTHING WORKS!!!
Please help me I am thinking of setting it on fire!!!
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I had the same issue while rooting my Galaxy S4,tried on every other laptop,different ports,cables and more but then I realized I was using the wrong file.
Yes,the international version comes with Bootloader unlocked so your bootloader is fine.Are you able to boot your phone into Download mode?I am sure u cant boot into Recovery mode,can you?
First go back and check your phone's model no and use the proper file and try again!I will help you,dont worry!

I deactivated the reactivation lock but still the same problem.I have Downloaded the CF-Auto-Root-hlte-hltexx-smn9005.tar file several times same thing every time.My last chance is doing a full wipe of the system and then trying again.I hope orange Romania CSC does't have some sort of security block.
Frustrating thing is the phone is fully functional so i cannot ask for a replacement.And even after the dozens of failed flash attempts it still reads 0x0.
YES!!!Finally.A full wipe did it.!Thank you for your interest in helping me.

iznee said:
On the settings page under security..make sure you have reactivation lock uncheck...
Than try again..that's usually the problem
Sent from [email protected] Ass Note III SM-N9005
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Thanks that helped! Unlike the OP didnt have to wipe phone.

Thank youu
nsnarayan10 said:
I had the same issue while rooting my Galaxy S4,tried on every other laptop,different ports,cables and more but then I realized I was using the wrong file.
Yes,the international version comes with Bootloader unlocked so your bootloader is fine.Are you able to boot your phone into Download mode?I am sure u cant boot into Recovery mode,can you?
First go back and check your phone's model no and use the proper file and try again!I will help you,dont worry!
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THank you soo much after following exact instruction that you gave i finally got it rooted!! Thank you!!

nsnarayan10 said:
I had the same issue while rooting my Galaxy S4,tried on every other laptop,different ports,cables and more but then I realized I was using the wrong file.
Yes,the international version comes with Bootloader unlocked so your bootloader is fine.Are you able to boot your phone into Download mode?I am sure u cant boot into Recovery mode,can you?
First go back and check your phone's model no and use the proper file and try again!I will help you,dont worry!
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thanks for bringing this up.
so where do you get the proper file?
i have the same problem, and a full wi[e has not helped here..
kindly give the correct link.
thanks once again

Before you wanna flash. Don't forget to uncheck reactivation lock, put off your external sd card. And look carefully for your modem and radio. Don't switch with the another kernel before official launch comes.
Sent from my CruelB Note 3 SM-N9005 Snapdragon 800 using Tapatalk

Cruel B said:
Before you wanna flash. Don't forget to uncheck reactivation lock, put off your external sd card. And look carefully for your modem and radio. Don't switch with the another kernel before official launch comes.
Sent from my CruelB Note 3 SM-N9005 Snapdragon 800 using Tapatalk
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h guys!
i asked for 'the propper files' link?...
my phone now entres boot-loop when i restart it. any help?
...after several loops, it finally completes start up. by now i'd have left it alone for about 15 mins!
tanks, in advance..
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aidelnma said:
THank you soo much after following exact instruction that you gave i finally got it rooted!! Thank you!!
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h guys!
i asked for 'the propper files' link?...
my phone now entres boot-loop when i restart it. any help?
...after several loops, it finally completes start up. by now i'd have left it alone for about 15 mins!
tanks, in advance..

THANK YOU!
Yes, the reactivation lock did it for me too. I was stuck at exactly the same point and couldn't think of why, and this didn't even come to mind. In fact, I forgot that I even did that, but it worked. !!!

nsnarayan10 said:
I will help you,dont worry!
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Help please, I have a (Note 3) SM-N900V on JSS15J.N900VVRUBMJE.
I bought it on Jan 12th ish, and took the firmware update as soon as I saw it because of some reading I had done.... shouldn't have done that I guess.
I am still totally unable to root this thing, Kingo, Odin v3.0.9. I am willing to do w/e (go back to older firmware even if possible)
I know there are no guarantees in this attempt, and would not hold you to anything, I have rooted every other android I have had and am very familiar with the process, any help you can offer would be greatly appreciated 
https://plus.google.com/u/0/+JoelJrMcCracken/

This has helped. Thanks a lot.
iznee said:
On the settings page under security..make sure you have reactivation lock uncheck...
Than try again..that's usually the problem
Sent from [email protected] Ass Note III SM-N9005
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This helped a lot. Problem fixed.
regards

iznee said:
On the settings page under security..make sure you have reactivation lock uncheck...
Than try again..that's usually the problem
Sent from [email protected] Ass Note III SM-N9005
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Thanks. 1.5 years later and this helped me too!

iznee said:
On the settings page under security..make sure you have reactivation lock uncheck...
Than try again..that's usually the problem
Sent from [email protected] Ass Note III SM-N9005
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U sir are a life saver!
Thanks!

iznee said:
On the settings page under security..make sure you have reactivation lock uncheck...
Than try again..that's usually the problem
Sent from [email protected] Ass Note III SM-N9005
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Thank you, you saved me from pulling my hair out :highfive:

Hello to all.
I have a Tab 3 (that was given to me)on Software version T217SVPUBOH1
Hardware Version T217S.04
Model Number SM-TS17S
Android Ver: 4.4.2
Baseband T217SVPUBOH1
I guess Stock Kernel 3.4.0-1715729
Build Number KOT49H.T217SVOUBOH1
Could Someone direct me to the PROPER CF Auto Root and Odin? I am not planning on changing the ROM, I just want to Add Viper to increase the Audio Volume and maybe some other root controls.
Any and All Help Is Appreciated
Thank you in Advance
Blessings

Thank a lott!!!already rooted!!!!

[Q] Rerooting Samsung I337

I apologize if my situation is here somewhere. I have read through so many forums and can't find what I need, plus I am sort of new at this. So here goes.
I rooted my Samsung I337 about 8 months ago for the first time. I can't remember exactly how, but I followed a thread here to do it. It worked perfectly! I then flashed the Golden Eye rom to it through TWRP. I have loved it since then. I did a back up of my original rom on my phone from the start. Well, I decided yesterday to unroot it. I followed the directions from a thread here and it seems to have worked except that when I turn it on, the custom screen is first. However, I have no supersu and when I try to get rooting apps it tells me I need to root my phone. So I assume it worked.
Well, I have used it for a day and now remember why I rooted it in the first place. I want to put it back but can't seem to do that. I downloaded Odin, connected my phone, and when I try and download the file to it, it fails. This is what I get.
<ID:0/007> Added!!
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> CF-Auto-Root-jflte-jfltexx-gti9505.tar.md5 is valid.
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/007> Odin v.3 engine (ID:7)..
<ID:0/007> File analysis..
<ID:0/007> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/007> Initialzation..
<ID:0/007> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/007> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/007> recovery.img
<ID:0/007> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/007> FAIL! (Auth)
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
The only thing I can see is that I am told the COM port should be yellow and mine is blue. Does that make a difference? What could the issue be? Any help would be awesome!

Ok, I figured it out. I went about it a different way. Odin wasn't working for me so I went the route of Motochopper and it worked perfectly.
Now, my question is, before I rooted again I wanted to upgrade from 4.2.2 to 4.3. However, every time it tried, it failed. Each time it would download the update it would reboot to TWRP and then I would get the "something interrupted the download" so it wouldn't finish. How would I get around that? How do I get the update?

traderkat64 said:
Ok, I figured it out. I went about it a different way. Odin wasn't working for me so I went the route of Motochopper and it worked perfectly.
Now, my question is, before I rooted again I wanted to upgrade from 4.2.2 to 4.3. However, every time it tried, it failed. Each time it would download the update it would reboot to TWRP and then I would get the "something interrupted the download" so it wouldn't finish. How would I get around that? How do I get the update?
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Don't. Getting the update will lock your bootloader and you won't get TWRP and any ROM freedom anymore. If you want 4.3, use the StockUp ROM or something. Then you can still switch to something like Google Edition 4.4.2 or any other ROM if you ever want to.

DeadlySin9 said:
Don't. Getting the update will lock your bootloader and you won't get TWRP and any ROM freedom anymore. If you want 4.3, use the StockUp ROM or something. Then you can still switch to something like Google Edition 4.4.2 or any other ROM if you ever want to.
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Ok, I won't update!! Thanks!!!!

Can I update my Galaxy Grand Prime (SM-G530H) to Lollipop?

My sister's phone is Galaxy Grand Prime and still running Android 4.4.4. I've searched over the net and there is Lollipop update already for some countries. There's still no update here in the Philippines. Can I update this device using firmwares from other countries? Thanks!

jelmerpeligrino said:
My sister's phone is Galaxy Grand Prime and still running Android 4.4.4. I've searched over the net and there is Lollipop update already for some countries. There's still no update here in the Philippines. Can I update this device using firmwares from other countries? Thanks!
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yes you can! i'm also from the philippines and i'm currently on the Russian firmware (G530HXXUBOH5)

@jelmerpeligrino Post a screenshot of your About Phone. @morgannoobman That is a really old firmware.

Has.007 said:
@jelmerpeligrino Post a screenshot of your About Phone. @morgannoobman That is a really old firmware.
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Here bro.

morgannoobman said:
yes you can! i'm also from the philippines and i'm currently on the Russian firmware (G530HXXUBOH5)
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How did you do it?

jelmerpeligrino said:
Here bro.
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Download this firmware nd the mention me. Also download Odin 3.10.xx
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/106519/G530HXCU1BPI2_G530HUUB1BPI1_TTT/

Has.007 said:
Download this firmware nd the mention me. Also download Odin 3.10.xx
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/106519/G530HXCU1BPI2_G530HUUB1BPI1_TTT/
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If I flashed Lollipop on this device, all data stored on my device will be deleted?
And I searched the latest version of odin, it is now 3.12.3.

jelmerpeligrino said:
If I flashed Lollipop on this device, all data stored on my device will be deleted?
And I searched the latest version of odin, it is now 3.12.3.
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No

jelmerpeligrino said:
If I flashed Lollipop on this device, all data stored on my device will be deleted?
And I searched the latest version of odin, it is now 3.12.3.
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As @waleeds1 said, No. But I recommend you to take backup of all your data nd do a factory reset after you flash Lollipop firmware.
That way you won't get any lags or performance glitches.

Has.007 said:
As @waleeds1 said, No. But I recommend you to take backup of all your data nd do a factory reset after you flash Lollipop firmware.
That way you won't get any lags or performance glitches.
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What are the steps on how to flash Lollipop? I already have the necessary files to begin with. Thanks!

jelmerpeligrino said:
What are the steps on how to flash Lollipop? I already have the necessary files to begin with. Thanks!
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Make sure you've a good backup. Nd also you've Samsung USB drivers already installed in your PC.
Power off your device nd boot in download mode by pressing Volume Down + Home + Power Buttons together.
Then open Odin nd connect your phone to PC via data cable nd press volume Up key on phone, then if it shows you "Added" in Odin you're good to go.
Select the AP option nd select the firmware which you've downloaded. Now it'll take some time to verify the md5 as depending upon the speed of your PC. Once it has verified you'll be able to click on other options. So now you've to click on Start nd make sure you don't move your device or the connection doesn't cut off or your device might get hard bricked.
That's it, the flashing time would be about 4-5 minutes. After it is flashed the phone will reboot nd now you can factory reset the device properly for a clean new device.
I've told everything you needed to know.
Enjoy!

Has.007 said:
As @waleeds1 said, No. But I recommend you to take backup of all your data nd do a factory reset after you flash Lollipop firmware.
That way you won't get any lags or performance glitches.
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The thing you said is correct but I recommend first start your phone without factory reseting @jelmerpeligrino becuase if u dont face any performance or other issues. But if u wish to factory then its still a good choice

waleeds1 said:
The thing you said is correct but I recommend first start your phone without factory reseting @jelmerpeligrino becuase if u dont face any performance or other issues. But if u wish to factory then its still a good choice
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Yes I told that in my second post.
Actually I believe he has been using Kitkat from a long time nd for most of the apps, the things have changed. The API differences creates certain problems as it is recommended by Samsung itself to factory reset the device after Android version change.
From Kitkat to Kitkat nd Lollipop to Lollipop factory reset is not needed but for SDK changing it is needed.

Has.007 said:
Yes I told that in my second post.
Actually I believe he has been using Kitkat from a long time nd for most of the apps, the things have changed. The API differences creates certain problem as it is recommended by Samsung itself to factory reset the device after Android version change.
From Kitkat to Kitkat nd Lollipop to Lollipop factory reset is not needed but for SDK changing it is needed.
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I didnt read that part. U got a point there mate.

Hi, I've roote my Galaxy grand prime successfully and want to upgrade to Lollipop but it doesn't work, I've tried already several files but it always ends with an error
here is the Odin Log:
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/003> Odin engine v(ID:3.1203)..
<ID:0/003> File analysis..
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/003> Initialzation..
<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/003> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/003> aboot.mbn
<ID:0/003> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/003>
<ID:0/003> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
What can I do to make i happen
Happy new year to all of you

woris said:
Hi, I've roote my Galaxy grand prime successfully and want to upgrade to Lollipop but it doesn't work, I've tried already several files but it always ends with an error
here is the Odin Log:
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/003> Odin engine v(ID:3.1203)..
<ID:0/003> File analysis..
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/003> Initialzation..
<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/003> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/003> aboot.mbn
<ID:0/003> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/003>
<ID:0/003> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
What can I do to make i happen
Happy new year to all of you
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Did you download the correct firmware and are you using ap in odin if nor then you should use ap and browse for the firmware.

waleeds1 said:
Did you download the correct firmware and are you using ap in odin if nor then you should use ap and browse for the firmware.
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Thanks for your reply, yes, I've got the correct Firmware, correct Odin settings, I even tried the Kasachstan firmware that you used but same result.

Has.007 said:
Yes I told that in my second post.
Actually I believe he has been using Kitkat from a long time nd for most of the apps, the things have changed. The API differences creates certain problems as it is recommended by Samsung itself to factory reset the device after Android version change.
From Kitkat to Kitkat nd Lollipop to Lollipop factory reset is not needed but for SDK changing it is needed.
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Is this normal bro? I flashed it already.

waleeds1 said:
Did you download the correct firmware and are you using ap in odin if nor then you should use ap and browse for the firmware.
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woris said:
Thanks for your reply, yes, I've got the correct Firmware, correct Odin settings, I even tried the Kasachstan firmware that you used but same result.
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No you don't have the right firmware for your device. The baseband difference. Post a screenshot from your About Phone nd also the link of firmware you're trying to flash.
jelmerpeligrino said:
Is this normal bro? I flashed it already.
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Yes it is normal, It is weird tho how you've two devices connected. Or maybe there's some bug in this version of Odin. Anyways all working good?

Has.007 said:
No you don't have the right firmware for your device. The baseband difference. Post a screenshot from your About Phone nd also the link of firmware you're trying to flash.
Yes it is normal, It is weird tho how you've two devices connected. Or maybe there's some bug in this version of Odin. Anyways all working good?
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So far, it was good. The performance is better now compared to Kitkat and and the sluggishness was gone. Thanks bro!
Btw, do you have any Marshmallow ROM for this device?

Galaxy Note 4 N910G Problem after trying to update phone stucks can't perform nothing

Hello. Here is my first post. So if sth is not clear tell me to add it.
I have a galaxy note 4 N910G. When the message for update came i accepted. The update was downloaded but then the problems started. Phone closed and didn't opened again. i waited for half an hour but nothing. So i searched on internet for what to do. I removed the battery and bla bla. The phone opened and the screen said Could not do normal boot. etc. When i go to perform a hard reset or soft reset it works but. The phone opens at the old version and it is really slow than ever. Also the phone after this can't perform a restart or if i shut it down i have to remove the battery and press the power button one minute and then i put the battery and it works but really really slow. When i hit on the settings for a reset the phone closes and don't open again. Also when i hit update software it says that failed to communicate to server try again when the phone is connected to a working wifi.
Flashing the stock rom again is not possible odin and kies report faults. Any ideas? How to have my phone back again? Maybe root the phone?
Thank you.

Download a firmware from sammobile flash from odin note flash with the latest update
Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk

ferouzferzkassim said:
Download a firmware from sammobile flash from odin note flash with the latest update
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How to download from sammobile? I have to pay?
Because it's really slow.
Can i find it somewhere to download it faster?
I have tried to flash a rom but odin says some faults and continue the procedure

michael.chania said:
How to download from sammobile? I have to pay?
Because it's really slow.
Can i find it somewhere to download it faster?
I have tried to flash a rom but odin says some faults and continue the procedure
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Can u send the log we see evn detailed pictures andd u may also try tsar3000.com they also have good repair firmware
Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk

ferouzferzkassim said:
Can u send the log we see evn detailed pictures andd u may also try tsar3000.com they also have good repair firmware
Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk
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When you say the log what do you mean exactly?
I searched at the sit you suggested me. I started downloading one version
but my phone says it is from Singapore but there is no version for Singapore.
I started downloading N910G India. Is this ok?
I forgot to mention that someone maybe tried to root the phone but that failed.
Because this phone is not mine it's my cousin's i don't know what exactly happened.

Provided it is same biuld number like n910g it doesnt matrr
Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk

ferouzferzkassim said:
Provided it is same biuld number like n910g it doesnt matrr
Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk
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And after i download the file what should i do?
What is the right way for the phone to get this iso?
Thanks

michael.chania said:
And after i download the file what should i do?
What is the right way for the phone to get this iso?
Thanks
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Download odin install drivers samsung drivers and thn put phone in download mode with volumedown and power plus home conect phone to pc then flash using odin
Sent from my SM-G800F using Tapatalk

Now the phone is working completely. I installed normally the software and it seems ok. Meanwhile when i have some multitasking the phone seems to freak out. The screen is going off and after secs again on.
Is there something i can do or this normal for this phone?
Thanks a lot

Problem again. When i installed the rom the phone gave me a notification for an update for improvement of performance and bugs.
I accepted because the phone was really slow. After that i accepted to install the update then the phone closes the update is installed and when it finished the phone closed and not opened again after waiting for half an hour. when i tryied to open it the phones starts to install the same update again but the same the phones shuts down. I tried to flash again the rom and here is the log of the odin:
<ID:0/003> Added!!
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/003> Odin engine v(ID:3.1203)..
<ID:0/003> File analysis..
<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/003> Initialzation..
<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/003> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/003> aboot.mbn
<ID:0/003> sbl1.mbn
<ID:0/003> rpm.mbn
<ID:0/003> tz.mbn
<ID:0/003> sdi.mbn
<ID:0/003> NON-HLOS.bin
<ID:0/003> boot.img
<ID:0/003> recovery.img
<ID:0/003> system.img.ext4
<ID:0/003> FAIL! (Write)
<ID:0/003>
<ID:0/003> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
What can i do?
SAVE ME!!!

michael.chania said:
What can i do?
SAVE ME!!!
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mate, have a look at my post which can be a solution for you
https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/help/fixed-note-4-n910g-emmc-start-normal-t3856903

[Guide] - eSim Firmware Flash/ Odin Upgrade/ Flashing and N986U to N986U1 & Vice Versa

Instructions are updated to get eSIM​INTRODUCTION - Firstly sorry for posting this as this is common knowledge for many. I still see so many people asking the same questions again and again and i do want to help so decided to write a guide.
If you have Odin Flashing questions please ask here. I have converted a device from U to U1 (just for fun) so i know this works, many other users have confirmed this too.
SECTION1​
Pre-Requisites - PC / Laptop, USB Cable, Phone
Switch on USB Debugging from Developer options. To turn on developer options go to Settings>>About Phone>>Software Information>> Then tap the build number 7 times - Developer options will appear at the bottom of Settings Menu.
HOW TO - N986U to N986U1 and or Flash ATID or Flash Any Odin compatible ROM
1. If you want to flash or update to One UI 3 Beta then Download the ATID Firmware here. (This point is old when people were on Android 10 not relevant now)
1. For changing Carrier locked device to Unlocked Firmware (N986U to N986U1) Download the firmware for U1 from OTA Thread or by using Frija
OR​1. For changing unlocked device to Carrier locked Firmware (N986U1 to N986U) Download the firmware for U from OTA Thread or by using Frija - This is usually being done to get eSIM Capability on your phone
If you are Flashing One UI 3 Stable download the appropriate firmware. (This point is old when people were on Android 10 not relevant now)
There are many resources for downloading firmware, there is a thread in the N20 Ultra forums, there are tools like Frija and SamFW and more, then there are various websites. Where you are downloading from is your outlook just ensure you download Odin compatible ROM.
2. Download Patched Odin here
3. Unpack/Unzip what you downloaded in Step 2 (Odin Compatible ROM) and put in a folder. Lets call the folder "Flash"
4. Run Odin, click on BL, Browse to the "Flash" folder, add BL file from there, Do the same for AP (click on AP, Add AP file, this will take some time), Same for CP (click on CP, Add CP file)
NOTE ATTENTION CAREFUL To get eSIM Capability on your phone if you are on bootloader version 2 please see step 5a and Skip Step 5​5 . Click on CSC, Add the file with the name starting with Home_CSC). If you use Home_CSC your phone will not get formatted and data will remain Intact
USERDATA Stays empty.
​5a. Do the same for CSC (click on CSC, Add the file with the name starting with CSC. This will format your phone and your phone will factory reset. You will lose your data and would need to setup your phone like it was new. USERDATA Stays empty.
6. Now connect USB cable to your laptop (Only laptop and not the phone)>> Turn off your phone >> Press volume up and volume down keep them pressed and plug in the USB type C into your phone.
7. You should be in download mode now, press volume up. In Odin you will see that phone is added.
8. Press start in Odin. Wait for it to finish and let the phone restart (it will happen On its own).
9. Done
SECTION 2​HOW TO - N986U or N986U1 Latest Security Patch or Firmware upgrade / downgrade
1. Download the firmware for Corresponding device - For example if you are on SM-N986U1 then download for U1. If you are N986U locked to TMB, VZW, SPR etc etc download the firmware for U device and your Own CSC from OTA Thread or by using Frija or SamFirm tool.
2. If downloaded using Frija or SamFirm Tool it will be in a compressed folder (ZIP). Extract the firmware files in a folder, lets call it "Flash"
Follow the rest of the steps from Step 4 Above.
SECTION 3​Going from one carrier locked device to another one like from ATT to TMob - Use the same instructions as in SECTION1 - just download the appropriate firmware.
FAQ​Can I get E-Sim with this ?
Yes, I have updated the instructions in this post.
If you are doing this to get E-Sim capability that t-mobile just added here is a post from someone who converted their phone to T-Mobile version (Old Post can be ignored)
WARNING - If for some reason you use ODIN to Flash back to Android 10 after being on Android 11, YOU WILL LOSE YOUR DATA
This is not a guide for Downgrading by whole Android Iteration as in Going from Android X to Android (X-1) or Android (X-2) ____ Versions ​

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I am having trouble with flashing the firmware onto my device. I am trying to convert my SM-N986U to SM-986U1 but every time I try to flash it I get an error. I have everything downloaded and prepared for it but I keep getting errors.

TuxPenguin98 said:
I am having trouble with flashing the firmware onto my device. I am trying to convert my SM-N986U to SM-986U1 but every time I try to flash it I get an error. I have everything downloaded and prepared for it but I keep getting errors.
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What are the errors?

TuxPenguin98 said:
I am having trouble with flashing the firmware onto my device. I am trying to convert my SM-N986U to SM-986U1 but every time I try to flash it I get an error. I have everything downloaded and prepared for it but I keep getting errors.
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airmaxx23 said:
What are the errors?
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Yes tell us more, what are the errors you are getting?

So I'm kinda nervous. I got a message that ATID didn't like the current build. Said error when booted. Only options were to try again, factory reset, or view logs. I have the sm-n986u1

GDHAMTON7 said:
So I'm kinda nervous. I got a message that ATID didn't like the current build. Said error when booted. Only options were to try again, factory reset, or view logs. I have the sm-n986u1
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ATID didn't like the current build?? Never heard of that error. Do you have a screenshot. How did you flash? Did you use Odin? You can always try again.. And worst case force reboot your phone..
Sent from my SM-N986U1 using Tapatalk

warriorvibhu said:
ATID didn't like the current build?? Never heard of that error. Do you have a screenshot. How did you flash? Did you use Odin? You can always try again.. And worst case force reboot your phone..
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Unfortunately I didn't get a screenshot but it said something like there was an error with files or something. Either way I had a back up. I was already on the regular atj5 build on android 10. It is all working now.

GDHAMTON7 said:
Unfortunately I didn't get a screenshot but it said something like there was an error with files or something. Either way I had a back up. I was already on the regular atj5 build on android 10. It is all working now.
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So you were able to get Beta?
Sent from my SM-N986U1 using Tapatalk

warriorvibhu said:
So you were able to get Beta?
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I was. The members app works as well. Thank you

Thanks changed from AT&T to XAA. But damn bloatware on phone with ATT firmware is more worst then in europe.

I have been trying to odin my att note 20 ultra to the t-mobile firmware, so far I've only been able to get it to boot like it is the unlocked version, and can't find the reason

c-prodigo said:
I have been trying to odin my att note 20 ultra to the t-mobile firmware, so far I've only been able to get it to boot like it is the unlocked version, and can't find the reason
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I dont know anyone who has done such a thing but i guess there is a use case for everything. Have you tried flashing unlocked Variant first and then Odin to T-Mobile.

that's exactly what I did, I switched from att to t-mobile, and first I wanted to see how the unlocked version would work, now I want to try the t-mobile firmware, but after downloading the one that says t-mobile and using odin, the phone stays on the unlocked firmware

c-prodigo said:
that's exactly what I did, I switched from att to t-mobile, and first I wanted to see how the unlocked version would work, now I want to try the t-mobile firmware, but after downloading the one that says t-mobile and using odin, the phone stays on the unlocked firmware
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Which T-Mobile firmware?
If you want carrier stuff you have to change your CSC to TMB and flash U version not U1 version.

rjohnstone said:
Which T-Mobile firmware?
If you want carrier stuff you have to change your CSC to TMB and flash U version not U1 version.
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Exactly
c-prodigo said:
that's exactly what I did, I switched from att to t-mobile, and first I wanted to see how the unlocked version would work, now I want to try the t-mobile firmware, but after downloading the one that says t-mobile and using odin, the phone stays on the unlocked firmware
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Hope you downloaded a U firmware and not U1, CSC can be T-mobile on U1 too so make sure you download U firmware and hope you are not confusing CSC with T-Mobile firmware

I am trying to switch from U1 to U VZW brand. I get this error
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/007> Added!!
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/007> Odin engine v(ID:3.1401)..
<ID:0/007> File analysis..
<ID:0/007> Total Binary size: 9881 M
<ID:0/007> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/007> Initialzation..
<ID:0/007> Set PIT file..
<ID:0/007> DO NOT TURN OFF TARGET!!
<ID:0/007> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/007> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/007> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/007> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/007> abl.elf
<ID:0/007> xbl.elf
<ID:0/007> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/007>
<ID:0/007> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
<ID:0/007> Removed!!

mariuszsnit said:
I am trying to switch from U1 to U VZW brand. I get this error
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/007> Added!!
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..
<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
<OSM> Please wait..
<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
<OSM> Leave CS..
<ID:0/007> Odin engine v(ID:3.1401)..
<ID:0/007> File analysis..
<ID:0/007> Total Binary size: 9881 M
<ID:0/007> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/007> Initialzation..
<ID:0/007> Set PIT file..
<ID:0/007> DO NOT TURN OFF TARGET!!
<ID:0/007> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/007> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/007> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/007> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/007> abl.elf
<ID:0/007> xbl.elf
<ID:0/007> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/007>
<ID:0/007> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)
<ID:0/007> Removed!!
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Are you trying to go from the unlocked 3.1 DUC1 build to VZW firmware? They updated the bootloader from BL1 to BL2 on DUC1 so we are not able to roll back to anything older. The VZW firmware is still on BL1.
If that is the case will have to wait for VZW to release new firmware with BL2 before you can switch. My guess would be it will be included in next months security patch update.

Great guide to people like me that are thinking about dipping their toes in for the first time when it comes to flashing. I do have a question or two though:
What are the advantages of flashing from a U device to the unlocked U1 version? For instance I have the T-mobile U version and I have for the most part uninstalled all the carrier bloatware that came with it and put the ones that I couldn't into deep sleep so my battery life for the most part is unaffected. I also got it unlocked when I first got it since I paid outright for it. I notice most people also like getting updates faster and flashing enables them to do so but I honestly don't mind waiting for the slower OTA ones.
I guess I'm looking for a reason to do this (bored too) and use it as a learning process as well to gain the experience since I've never flashed before. Are there any settings or features in the U1 devices that I can't get from the play store that I can get by flashing? The only feature I truly miss is call recording but I don't think anyone has been able to figure that out yet..

dj24 said:
Great guide to people like me that are thinking about dipping their toes in for the first time when it comes to flashing. I do have a question or two though:
What are the advantages of flashing from a U device to the unlocked U1 version? For instance I have the T-mobile U version and I have for the most part uninstalled all the carrier bloatware that came with it and put the ones that I couldn't into deep sleep so my battery life for the most part is unaffected. I also got it unlocked when I first got it since I paid outright for it. I notice most people also like getting updates faster and flashing enables them to do so but I honestly don't mind waiting for the slower OTA ones.
I guess I'm looking for a reason to do this (bored too) and use it as a learning process as well to gain the experience since I've never flashed before. Are there any settings or features in the U1 devices that I can't get from the play store that I can get by flashing? The only feature I truly miss is call recording but I don't think anyone has been able to figure that out yet..
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It mostly comes down to bloat and unlocked devices being eligible for beta programs. They used to do beta programs for some carriers but it seems to be happening less.
For the most part there isn't much difference. I've been toying with the idea of switching my unlocked to Verizon firmware to get RCS which Verizon recently activated for several Samsung devices. Was hoping it would come for the unlocked phones but doesn't look like it will. Haven't heard anything about the google/samsung RCS partnership in months.