Kies, disable Autoupdate... customize, hack... remove - Bada Software and Hacking General

I'm not using often Kies. But ever I want short test something...
Kies will update some crap...
This costs time...
How to prevent stupid Updates?
Thanx.
Best Regards

To prevent Kies from updating You hve to edit with regedit "LocalVer" key in HKEY_CURRENT_USER\Software\Samsung\Kies2.0, and just set it to higher version.
To prevent Samsung Apps plugin from updating You could cut off " <ServerURL>http://msupdate.emodio.com</ServerURL> " form AStorePlugin.xml which is located in C:\Program Files (x86)\Samsung\Kies\Plugins\AStore.
Also, You can block update servers in hosts file.

After last annoying surprise with appstore Plugin...
I've realized that you can remove plugins...
I use Kies ONLY for App Installation... as no alternate way via PC for bada 2...
Anyway...
If I rename
C:\Programme\Samsung\Kies\Plugins\PodcastService
into
C:\Programme\Samsung\Kies\Plugins\1PodcastService
And 2 other Pod folders...
Then see Screenshots.
WARNING!
No sideeffects known.
Maybe faster Kies start... maybe we should check few files...
Best Regards
Edit 1.
8 folders "renamed":
Code:
1MusicManager
1MusicStore
1Phonebook
1PhotoManager
1Podcast
1Podcaster
1PodcastService
1VideoManager
Result is last Pic...
Kies seems now faster start.
No sideffects seen. BUT at your own risk.

But the problem is even if you can disable kies update with registry, when you want to open samsung apps plugin, if there is an update available you cannot get that upload because of registry fixes so you cannot even use it for app installation
I've tried all ways, they only work if you dont need samsung apps plugin

Here's the sniffing log when opening kies
you can open it via "Wireshark"
look at line 10
line 25
line 45 is for samsung apps plugin update check
Full request URI: http://msupdate.emodio.com/PluginSe...1&sdk_version=2.2.0.12014_18&region=UK&mode=A
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number 94 and go on
all details are on "Hyper Transfer Protocol"

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application file cannot be opened .either it is notsigned with trusted certificate

I am having problems with applications under Windows Mobile 5.0. When i try to run them i get the following error.
The file 'foo' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found. You might need to reinstall or restore this file.
1)Is there anyway of disabling the checks for trusted applications in Windows Mobile 5.0 on the Wizard?
I think this error becuz u r trying to run wm6 applications under wm5
vodovodo said:
I think this error becuz u r trying to run wm6 applications under wm5
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I have same problem for BA wm 6.1 5.2.19199.1.0.0 PV DVH. Some people offered solution of HR. I don't agree with this. because we have to lose what we've been installing and spend more time re-installing them. so much time-wasting?
Any other solutions, please?!
Thanks in advance.
Problem may be cause of your SD card if u r using WM6. SD card PowerManagment value is set("DisablePowerManagment") to 0 in your registry. This means after a while your device will set your SD card power off for savg batttery. This cause to unread your program files etc while u start any program on your form your SD card device.
I fixed this problem like that;
By any registry editor:
Find the Path:
"Hkey_local_machine>drivers>sdcard>clientdrivers> class >SDMemory_Class"
after that find;
""DisablePowerManagement"" key and set its value to "1" than save and exit. Than soft reset your device. Problem will be fixed.
Sorry for my bad english.
Windows Mobile powered devices are shipped with default security settings.
The security model enables Mobile Operators to make post-production changes to security settings.
This can place significant restrictions on software which has not been signed and approved.
However you can change the default settings.
Take control of applications on your phone.
"All listed settings are decimal"
1. Connect the phone through ActiveSync.
2. Run your favorite remote registry editor "CeRegEditor (Download)" "Mobile Registry Editor (Download)" on your PC. http://ceregeditor.mdsoft.pl/
3. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Security\Policies\Policies
Unsigned Prompt Policy:
This policy indicates whether the user is prompted to accept or reject unsigned .cab, theme, .dll and .exe files.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Security\Policies\Policies
DWord = 0000101a Data = Use the following-->
0 = Indicates user will be prompted.
1 = Indicates user will not be prompted.
you will set that register decimal 1. that is solved problem
I have a HTC Tytn II and i get the same error. However, When trying to alter data using the reg editor you recommended, i found the 0000101a was already set to 1. Any other ideas?
Hi All,
Would someone be so kind to me a explain how I can move a package from the EXT directory or one Kitchen to the EXT directory on this version of kitchen.
I thought I could just simply copy the directory? So I had a go compiling a version of youtube from a different kitchen It would seem mot to work thou as I get the dreaded The file 'xx' cannot be opened. Ether it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found. If the problem persists, try reinstalling or restoring the file.
Any ideas how to get this to work?
Or look for the tool MsSigner, it can be found in most kitchens.
You'll be able to sign it with a signature that is accepted after you aply the enablyRapi and SPCCerts policies.
You're probably missing a key dependency package like dshow (mshow?) or concurrence manager. Also, make sure the shortcut path is valid. Lord knows why, but that's the message you get for bad shortcuts.
josephwsl said:
I am having problems with applications under Windows Mobile 5.0. When i try to run them i get the following error.
The file 'foo' cannot be opened. Either it is not signed with a trusted certificate, or one of its components cannot be found. You might need to reinstall or restore this file.
1)Is there anyway of disabling the checks for trusted applications in Windows Mobile 5.0 on the Wizard?
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maybe .NET CF is missing or not up-to-date?
RAMMANN said:
maybe .NET CF is missing or not up-to-date?
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ahh i love you bro, u saved me an hassle i tried everything and it was the net.cf
damii said:
you will set that register decimal 1. that is solved problem
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When I try that, I'm told I don't have the authority to access that. :-(
now what?
Yeah, me too!!!
All of a sudden too. Everything was fine then I got these certificate errors every time I try to run Haret.exe to run android. This happened last night. Did my provider change something on me?
I try to change that registry key and it won't let me.
Re:this post
I have same problem for BA wm 6.1 5.2.19199.1.0.0 PV DVH. Some people offered solution of HR. I don't agree with this. because we have to lose what we've been installing and spend more time re-installing them. so much time-wasting?
You need hard reset!
Same problem "certificate errors" and a hard reset wont work
Plz help
damii said:
Windows Mobile powered devices are shipped with default security settings.
The security model enables Mobile Operators to make post-production changes to security settings.
This can place significant restrictions on software which has not been signed and approved.
However you can change the default settings.
Take control of applications on your phone.
"All listed settings are decimal"
1. Connect the phone through ActiveSync.
2. Run your favorite remote registry editor "CeRegEditor (Download)" "Mobile Registry Editor (Download)" on your PC.
3. Navigate to HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Security\Policies\Policies
Unsigned Prompt Policy:
This policy indicates whether the user is prompted to accept or reject unsigned .cab, theme, .dll and .exe files.
HKEY_LOCAL_MACHINE\Security\Policies\Policies
DWord = 0000101a Data = Use the following-->
0 = Indicates user will be prompted.
1 = Indicates user will not be prompted.
you will set that register decimal 1. that is solved problem
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Thanks! That really helped me. You literally saved me a good night sleep. I was already desperate.
Wow, it works Thank you!!!
Awesome!!!
This worked perfectly. Thanks so much for the help. I've been racking my brain about this for over an hour now, then found this through a search.
Thanks!
OMG
I have the same problem and I tried :
1/ Hard Reset
2/ Rom Update
3/ installed NetCFv3.5
4/ editing values in the registry
what els ????!
plzz i need your help

[WINDOWS APP] Kies 2.0 Registry Patcher 1.8.0.0, patch registry on latest Kies

This tool is was designed in order to easily patch the registry to force Kies to update your Galaxy S.
This latest version of patcher works even with latest Kies (2.0.0.11014_49_2), all you have to do is to spoof your firmware version to and older one, you can even spoof the product code in order to change it.
The new spoof system works differently from the older patching system, it allow you to use the original dll of kies and works on latest Kies; It should even be future-proof.
IMPORTANT NOTE:
Patcher Version 1.8 doesn't fully work yet.
When I built it i only partially tested. I stopped where it notified me the update were available (because i didn't need an update and i was sure it were like Kies 1.x
After my release i noticed the complaint and i tested it fully, sadly something is missing so the patcher can't be used to fully work with Kies 2.0 yet. Sorry, i'll try to sort it out...
VERSIONS:
Patcher Version 1.7 works with Kies 1.x, while Version 1.8 works from 2.0
PRELIMINARY NOTE:
[WARNING!] Do Not flash Any ROM (firmware) until you can get the 3 buttons DOWNLOAD MODE working, even with this Kies trick.
If you want to test the 3 buttons download mode then notice that you can switch back to normal mode by pulling the battery out and then back in. At the next boot the phone will be back in normal mode.
LAGFIX USERS:
[WARNING!] Remember to disable lagfix before to update.
This will avoid filesystem errors that may occurs at the boot of the new flashed firmware.
INSTRUCTIONS:
1) Download latest Kies Registry Patcher, tool is attachment. Note: It require Microsoft .NET Framework 3.5 or later version.
2) Update Kies to 2.0.0.11014_49_2.
3) Launch Kies Registry Patcher; If you patched the dll in the past with an older version of the patcher then be sure to launch new release as administrator since it have to revert the dll to the original version as the patch isn't needed anymore (Right click on application > Run as Administrator).
4) Launch Kies and connect your phone; Wait for Kies to recognize it properly.
5) You have 2 possibilities now:
5a) Drop down the combo-box "Spoof Product Code as" and select the wanted one. It should automatically fill the "Spoof Software Revision as" textbox with the needed data necessary to find your update.
This feature was added in order to give all the opportunity to use the needed product code. (Special thanks to MCOGW that shared with me his database of product codes/sw revisions).
The label above will be completed with the country related to the chosen product code.
5b) From patcher select:
File > Load Backup
Open the backup that you want to use (e.g. kies-backup-XEU.xml if you want to spoof your phone as XEU, or if your phone is XEU yet and you want to flash it again).
6) From patcher answer "YES" in order to apply the registry update.
7) From Kies you can now update as normal.
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Note #1:
Remeber that this patch will remain ACTIVE until you set "Enable Spoof" field to False!
It's not a problem but ater you update the phone it's suggested to put that value to false so the patch become inactive.
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Note #2:
You can play with Advanced settings but those are experimental/untested, so make sure you know what you're doing.
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1.3.1.0 Update:
- Window 64bit compatibility added.
- You can now update disabling Battery Charge check: Beware, do not update with a very low battery charge level.
- Sha1 evaluation of dll to patch in order to be sure of the version.
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1.4.0.0 Update:
- Fix in case more than 1 phone is found in registry.
- Removed Framework check cause it had a bug with framework4
- Ability to save Kies ROM when you update your phone (in order to use with Odin or in local mode). [See Note#1]
- Added Local folder textbox in order to specify your saved ROM
- Added management of FotaTest.
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1.5.0.0 Update:
A new registry patching system has been introduced.
It doesn't need to patch Kies dll anymore and it should be future proof.
Note:
Product Code Spoof have to be last 3 letters only of product code (e.g. ITV for italian product code, XEU for European, etc...).
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1.6.0.0 Update:
I added to the tool a database of product codes/sw revisions (credits goes to MCOGW that shared with me his db).
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1.7.0.0 Update:
Added Registry Menu.
Registry > Erase Registry option give you the opportunity to erase DeviceDB registry Key to delete bad settings and so avoiding patcher to work in a possible wrong folder.
Use it only in case of problems (when you follow the guide but you still receive the message that no update is still available for your phone).
Added a component to browse for folders where needed.
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SPECIAL FUNCTIONS:
1) SAVE A KIES ROM:
You can save a Kies ROM only during a flash update. So, wait for the download from server to be complete (follow the progress in Kies) once the download is complete the rom will be decompressed. After that your phone will be send in download mode and the flash process begin. You have like 2,5 minutes in order to click on: "ROM > Save Rom", don't worry, saving will take like 5 seconds so don't rush, you have a lot of time ;-)
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2) UPDATE FROM A LOCAL KIES ROM:
You can update your phone using your local files:
You can use the files you saved during your previous update sessions (see point (1)) or download any Kies Rom on XDA.
You have to put these 4 files in a folder (you can use any name for the folder):
0_XXXXXXXXXX.tar
1_csc_dummy.tar
2_phone_dummy.tar
3_contents_dummy.tar
XXXXXXXXXX is your Kies Rom, rename it putting a "0_" in front of the name.
download the dummy files from the attachment or create your own ones (those a just 0' bytes files).
SS_DL.dll isn't used by Galaxy S so you can delete it.
Open the patcher and select:
Enable Local Test > True
Local Binary ZipFolder Path > Put the folder where you keep your local Rom (e.g. c:\MyLocalKiesRom ), the path must NOT end with "\".
Write registry to save the configuration.
Disconnect the ethernet cable (you have to avoid samsung server to answer).
Open Kies and Update as normal.
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3) DISABLE BATTERY CHARGE CHECK:
You can update even if your battery isn't fully charged.
Actually Kies check that your battery charge is at least 50% before to continue, but if you don't want to wait and you have enough charge (like 20%) you can disable the battery check and update as normal.
Open the patcher and select:
ADVANCED 1 > Enable Battery Charge Check > False
Write registry to save the configuration.
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You Legend. Thanks. Will save loads of messing about. Good job.
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This works amazingly. I got my SGS updated to froyo
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No Luck In Canada
I tried the fix with no luck... I currently have JH2 and kies 1.5.3.10103.100.
- Without the fix I get a message saying "latest version already installed"
- With the fix I get a message saying "version JF3 cannot be updated"
It was worth a shot though...
@seagryphon:
what backup did u selected?
You have to use the right combinations of informations or you won't find any firmware in samsung server!
Hey Nodial,
I tried "kies-backup-XEU" without modifying what you had in there.
i just done
GREAT JOB...
okay, I figured out the problem... In Canada the the version I got from Bell is I9000M. If I change the registry setting to remove the "M" in the Model name I get the option to upgrade to JPO.
My question is has anyone from Canada tried this? Will the JPO version be compatable with I9000M?
Nice, i didn't even knew bout that difference!
A new version is coming, it will allow you to flash without battery charge check.
1.3.1.0 update. See first post for change log.
Hello, thanks for the app.
But i have some trouble launching it, I tried on 3 different computers (1 win7 and 2 winXP) all with the latest net framework installed but the prog keeps telling me it needs version 3.5 or higher to work.
It sounds really strange to me. Hope you can help
I'm releasing a new version today cause i've added some new tricks.
Ok, i'll disable the framework check as it seems it's bugged for .net 4
Thanks
Nice works
Just waiting for the new version to give it a try. Thanks
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1.4.0.0 update. See first post for change log.
doesn't seem to work for me.
Loaded the XEU file, patched the reg and DLL but when i connect the phone it still says its up to date.
god damned vodafone sent an update to my phone last night to add in vodafone crap. phone is even slower now and dying to get standard froyo on it
It could happen on 1.3 if more than 1 phone folder is found and the wrong one is used.
This is fixed on 1.4, have u tested it?
It was 1.4 I tried.
So I tried with 1.3.1. Same result.
Any idea's? I could be missing a step
Did it work for you in canada with a gt-i9000m?
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@-l-Z3K3-l-
- Open the patcher, patch the dll if you haven't done it yet (Use last Kies version).
- Open Kies, let it recognize the phone.
- Load a backup! You have to use the XEU one or your own data for your phone model! You need to seek the info in internet, i jusy know the lower version of ITV and XEU.
- Write the registry
- Update using Kies.
@mayo1973
Yes, it works will all Phones, the only problem is the settings are different for each region. You have to seek the right one for your model.
Would be nice to collect them here if someone have some other region settings to share.

Latest Kies 2.0.2.11071_128 Don't Show Samsung Apps

The latest kies update to version Kies 2.0.2.11071_128 dated 02 August 2011 don't include Samsung Apps.
Has anyone updated his/her kies on pc and observed same missing Samsung Apps Store? Could this be an
error on the part of Samsung? Or maybe the Apps store no longer will show for bada 1.2?
I tested with bada 1.2. Maybe bada 1.2 will no longer be supported (but we still have a long way to reach September )
Anyone with bada 2.0 and who has updated to Kies 2.0.2.11071_128
should please report if the the store show up when WAVE is connected to kies on pc.
It is a bug in kies for sure
i hate Samsung for these awful mistakes
remember the kies version which was able to open Samsung apps but can't install apps
Samsung is not the best software maker
Let's hope for an urgent quick update fixing this
Best Regards
I also noticed that each time that you launch kies,
the option in Memory order is always set to "Use internal memory first"
even though you have previously set it to "Use external memory first"
same here, after the update, Samsung Apps panel is not shown on Kies.
I think it is a bug on this version.
The solution
the solution for this bug is in this link :
http://www.mysamsungwave.com/index.php?topic=10092.50
For me, when my Wave with XPKG6 is connected, it works.
ozeer said:
the solution for this bug in this link :
http://www.mysamsungwave.com/index.php?topic=10092.new#new
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on the same page i have given another solution, other than simonwill,
the trick is..
1. install the immediate previous version of kies..(previous to kies ver 2.0.2.11071_128) or whatever version u were working on..b4 updating to "2.0.2.11071_128"
2. go to run -> regedit -> HKEY_CURRENT_USER -> software -> samsung -> Kies2.0(select it)
3. in the right hand window, look for Localver, right click on it, click on modify.
4. replace the whole value with this one "2.0.2.11071_128" (without the quotes)
5. open kies again, go to samsungapps normally, it wont ask u to upgrade to newer version so SAMSUNG FOOLED
this works like a charm
can someone upload the "Astore" and "StoreLib"
Kies.Common.StoreManager.dll
files here?
Here you go kadavil : http://www.mediafire.com/?w2ywwtqhymj06pb
The problem with the latest Kies 2.0.2.11071_128 not having the Samsung Apps store is as a result of either a corrupt "AStorePlugin.dll" or a wrong value assigned to this dll. The problem is only with the "AStorePlugin.dll".
To solve this problem, simply install the latest kies (either as a fresh install or an update over existing kies instalation. Restart PC.
1. Now go to Program Files\SAMSUNG\Kies\Plugins\AStore...
(a) inside the AStore folder, replace the "AStorePlugin.dll" with the one from the download link below (or from any previous kies installation)
NOTE: ONLY REPLACE the "AStorePlugin.dll" of size approx 4,014kb.
(Don't replace the small one of size about 4kb).
3. That's all. Now you can enjoy your new Kies 2.0.2.11071_128.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0JNX8I3S
Thats the best solution @ spacsk
100% working!!!!!
thanks mylove90 and spacks!
Thanks a lot... Its working...
spacks said:
The problem with the latest Kies 2.0.2.11071_128 not having the Samsung Apps store is as a result of either a corrupt "AStorePlugin.dll" or a wrong value assigned to this dll. The problem is only with the "AStorePlugin.dll".
To solve this problem, simply install the latest kies (either as a fresh install or an update over existing kies instalation. Restart PC.
1. Now go to Program Files\SAMSUNG\Kies\Plugins\AStore...
(a) inside the AStore folder, replace the "AStorePlugin.dll" with the one from the download link below (or from any previous kies installation)
NOTE: ONLY REPLACE the "AStorePlugin.dll" of size approx 4,014kb.
(Don't replace the small one of size about 4kb).
3. That's all. Now you can enjoy your new Kies 2.0.2.11071_128.
http://www.megaupload.com/?d=0JNX8I3S
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The above method works fine. But it displays the apps store with the old UI.
Another method to use the new kies and have the latest apps store UI is to modify region in registry. Do it this way.
1. From windows command, enter regedit.
2. Expand HKEY_CURRENT_USER => Software => SAMSUNG =>
3. Now double-click folder "Kies2.0" .
4. On right-hand side of window, under Name column, look for "Region" (5th from
bottom)
5. Right-click on "Region" and select "Modify". Change the current region US to yours (or change to) UK.
6. That's all. The new kies will work 100% with the latest samsung apps store UI.
NB: Please see screenshot below for ref.
i cant understand this:
"from windows command, enter regedit" how can i do that with my PC?
Thanks
pao9195 said:
i cant understand this:
"from windows command, enter regedit" how can i do that with my PC?
Thanks
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If you use Windows 7, just click on "Start" , on the search bar that appears, write "regedit" (without quotes), and press enter. You will be promted to a "Yes" or "No" option. Click Yes to go to the registry editor.
Once the registry opens, then continue from nº 2 of the instructions above.
NB: Please with this registry edit, you don't need to replace any AStore dll. Just install the latest kies, and in registry, change region from "US" to "UK". That's all.
NB!: If you use Windows XP, you will have to enter "cmd" first at Windows Start button, then "regedit", etc. (I hope I'm correct; it's long time now I haven't used an XP machine )
Thanks spacks, that worked like magic !
Thanks spacks...
spacks said:
The above method works fine. But it displays the apps store with the old UI.
Another method to use the new kies and have the latest apps store UI is to modify region in registry. Do it this way.
1. From windows command, enter regedit.
2. Expand HKEY_CURRENT_USER => Software => SAMSUNG =>
3. Now double-click folder "Kies2.0" .
4. On right-hand side of window, under Name column, look for "Region" (5th from
bottom)
5. Right-click on "Region" and select "Modify". Change the current region US to yours (or change to) UK.
6. That's all. The new kies will work 100% with the latest samsung apps store UI.
NB: Please see screenshot below for ref.
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Right, US has no store xD
Thank you so much
Yes, maybe the corrupt AStore.dll is wrongly installing US as region by default. Let's hope Samsung will correct this error soon to prevent innocent people from messing up their pc registry.
Thanks.

[Q] I have problems with samsung kies...need help.

Its sound beginner questions. But after search I couldn't find the answer that I'm looking for.
Here are my problems...
1. When I open the kies, it says there is a new version 2.2.0.12014.18. Do you want to upgrade?
When I say yes...its keeps on downloading even though max. file size is 63Mb it went over 1.5GB so I have to cancel it.
2. When I go to Samsung download site and choose kies 2.0 for PC, at the end of scanning file it says it's not safe to use it. It may be a malware or virus contains it...so asks me either delete it or choose action for it.
What should I do?
Ignored and install it or should I wait for new version of kies come out?

[SOLVED] Connecting Note II to PC via USB Cable

Hi all,
(Note from OP: Can't change thread title, but if I could I would change "solved" to "proposed solution", because that's what this is: a kind of workaround.)
First, to the best of my knowledge, the Hardware ID problem when connecting the Note II to a PC via microUSB cable isn't yet solved; my apologies if it was.
I got it to work on my Rogers i317M model (like at&t) but I've no reason to think it won't work on other models.
The solution is Kies, but not in the way one might think: yes, Kies provides the solution, but to do this you won't actually be using the Kies software—just gonna borrow it a little while .
First, install Kies on your PC if it isn't already; it wasn't for me as I never use it normally. You can download it from the support pages of Samsung's website (look for a "useful software" link I think), but goo.gl/h6fwMI is a direct download link to the one I used. Note that it takes its sweet time installing, about three full minutes (which feel like 30 or so) . . . do not have your device connected to the PC during installation.
The key feature we're exploiting here is that Kies will hook your PC up with whatever it needs to have the Note II communicate via USB properly with it. Before stumbling on this method, I had the Samsung drivers installed alright, and all I was getting when connecting was the Hardware ID message, like I know many others do. Note that I did not remove the old Samsung drivers before installing Kies . . . not saying it has to be done that way, just saying that's how I did it.
Once installation is complete, close Kies completely; for me that meant popping open the Windows Task Manager (right-click the taskbar or [Ctrl] [Shift] [Esc]) and manually killing two (2) Kies processes, on top of closing the Kies app window itself of course.
Now try connecting your device with the cable . . . you will probably get a Windows AutoPlay popup . . . go into Default Programs > Autoplay Settings and you should see the phone at the very bottom of the list (Figure 1. attachment) . . . configure it to Open device to view files using Windows Explorer as in the figure.
Now when you connect your phone to your PC, Windows Explorer will pop open a file window, which is what we were looking for, and there should be no sign of the Hardware ID problem. The window that will open will look like Figure 2.—take a look, you'll see it doesn't assign the device a drive letter as expected. Instead, it will show up under Computer as its own device, bearing two "drives": Card and Phone (if there's no external SD card in your device you'll just see Phone). Click Phone and you're ready to go! (see Figure 3.).
Two further considerations:
I don't suggest uninstalling the Kies software afterward. I set about doing so (using Revo Uninstaller) to see if I would still be able to connect, and the first popup I got said "Uninstall SAMSUNG USB Driver for Mobile Phones?" That didn't sound encouraging, so I aborted it, and for now I suggest leaving Kies installed, at least until and unless someone tries it and reports back with a verdict.
As a followup to the previous point (a consolation prize, you might say :laugh, you can prevent Kies from starting up every time you boot your computer, so that, even though installed, it will be inactive and out of the way. You need a startup manager of some kind. Windows has its own somewhere—msconfig maybe—but I used the one in the Auslogics® bundle and found no less than four (4) items added by the Kies installer which I had to uncheck (see Figure 4.). I may be keeping Kies installed, but I can at least make sure it's quiet
In short:
1. Install Kies
2. Stop all Kies-related activity:
· the app itself (if running)
· two (2) processes
· four (4) lines in Startup
3. Connect phone to PC with USB cable
4. Configure Windows Autoplay to "view files" when you connect
5. Do the dance of joy
The end result is pretty much that any time you connect your device with your PC via USB cable, a window with the file contents of the device will appear, allowing you to cut/copy/paste/move files at will, at the cost of a piece of inactivated software residing on the PC.
I'd be interested to hear how it goes with others... good luck!

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