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[Q] Proper way to flash ROM + Kernel?

I'm looking to flash a new ROM+Kernel to my phone. I wanted to flash MIUI and Tiamat's new kernel but am unsure of the proper procedure. I've only ever flashed ROMs.
Do I wipe everything, flash kernel, flash ROM and then reboot? Are there any issues I should be aware of first?
Thanks.

Wipe data/dalvik, flash rom, boot, boot back to recovery and flash kernel.
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RMarkwald said:
Wipe data/dalvik, flash rom, boot, boot back to recovery and flash kernel.
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Awesome. I was completely wrong. Thank you.

himom said:
Awesome. I was completely wrong. Thank you.
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No problem!
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GS2 ICS

Hello All,
im running a 2.3.6 rom , but i would like to run an ics rom. my question is, do i have to go back to stock and update or can i just flash the ics rom? any help would be great, thanks.

you can flash an ICS ROM. Just make sure you first flash a compatible modem, and do a complete wipe using darkside wipe and darkside cache wipe. Dont restore data either.

GONZALEZJ7 said:
Hello All,
im running a 2.3.6 rom , but i would like to run an ics rom. my question is, do i have to go back to stock and update or can i just flash the ics rom? any help would be great, thanks.
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Just flash it bub . Do a good wipe
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but ALWAYS make a NAND backup first.

Thanks for all the feedback
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[Q] Flashing from ICS to JB

I am new to flashing and I was wondering if I can flash straight to a JB rom from and ICS rom?

Yes just make sure yiu are rooted. Mobile odin el26 CWM kernel and boot into it. Wipe data/cache/dalvik cache. Next flash the jb rom, flash gapps and finalky reboot device and you should be good to go. :thumbup:
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[Q] How do I get CWM and an AOSP rom on my phone(Boost Galaxy S2)?

So on my screenshot it says the modem and kernel I'm using. I rooted my phone with framaroot and agats recovery came with it. I want to flash either cyanogenmod 10.1 or jellybam. I'm a noob to all this though and I would like to know what you recommend for me to do to get clockworkmod recovery and what modem to use to be able to flash an AOSP rom.

susy1990 said:
So on my screenshot it says the modem and kernel I'm using. I rooted my phone with framaroot and agats recovery came with it. I want to flash either cyanogenmod 10.1 or jellybam. I'm a noob to all this though and I would like to know what you recommend for me to do to get clockworkmod recovery and what modem to use to be able to flash an AOSP rom.
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I sent you a reply in pm, asking what Rom you wanted to flash. AOSP roms use ics modem unless it says specifically in the op to use something different. You already have cwm on your phone with Garwynn's kernel. However, I recommend flashing a safe kernel with cwm(el26) either using Odin or Mobile Odin. You can also download the zip version, reboot into recovery, and flash it worth Garwynn's, because he has Agat's recovery(cwm). If you do it this way, just reboot into recovery after and you'll be on el26 kernel. Wipe everything, flash your rom, modem, reboot, enjoy!
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jdsingle76 said:
I sent you a reply in pm, asking what Rom you wanted to flash. AOSP roms use ics modem unless it says specifically in the op to use something different. You already have cwm on your phone with Garwynn's kernel. However, I recommend flashing a safe kernel with cwm(el26) either using Odin or Mobile Odin. You can also download the zip version, reboot into recovery, and flash it worth Garwynn's, because he has Agat's recovery(cwm). If you do it this way, just reboot into recovery after and you'll be on el26 kernel. Wipe everything, flash your rom, modem, reboot, enjoy!
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I sent you a pm with the rom I want. Idon't thnk iit's AOSP. It's this one: http://androidforums.com/galaxy-s2-...-1-2013-overclocking-general-awesomeness.html
Should I just download the zip and flash it on the recovery I have or are there extra steps. Do I need another modem?

susy1990 said:
I sent you a pm with the rom I want. Idon't thnk iit's AOSP. It's this one: http://androidforums.com/galaxy-s2-...-1-2013-overclocking-general-awesomeness.html
Should I just download the zip and flash it on the recovery I have or are there extra steps. Do I need another modem?
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Hmmm...I have never heard of this rom, but of course I do not really go outside XDA to flash. But from what it looks like, it is simply a stock VM rom, with some goodies baked in. And if you are running gb28 modem, that's all you need. And you can try flashing this with Agat's recovery(Garwynn's kernel), but I think the op says that as well. But here's what I would do. Since the recovery link is sxtp's site, and it actually says e4gt in the name, then you should be ok flashing with what you have. Let me know how it goes!
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jdsingle76 said:
Hmmm...I have never heard of this rom, but of course I do not really go outside XDA to flash. But from what it looks like, it is simply a stock VM rom, with some goodies baked in. And if you are running gb28 modem, that's all you need. And you can try flashing this with Agat's recovery(Garwynn's kernel), but I think the op says that as well. But here's what I would do. Since the recovery link is sxtp's site, and it actually says e4gt in the name, then you should be ok flashing with what you have. Let me know how it goes!
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I changed my mind about that rom, it's a virgin mobile rom so it seems too complicated lol. Could you guide me on how I can put something like cm 10 or jellybam on my phone?

Lol....here's CM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2099881
Haven't tried jellybam, can probably just Google that one if you want it
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jdsingle76 said:
Lol....here's CM:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2099881
Haven't tried jellybam, can probably just Google that one if you want it
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I did it Thanks for your help.

Awesome! Good job. WFTN is a great Rom too. Enjoy! Read his thread if you have any issues. Chances are someone's had them before you, if any
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Rooting Galaxy S2/ Custom Roms [Virgin Mobile]

I am really scared of bricking my phone and wanted to ask xda to clarify and help me out putting a custom rom on my phone. I have had custom roms on my optimus v and htc one v but never a samsung device and im scared hearing about these bugs that brick your phone and whatever odins are. Can someone give me a guide to root/put a safe recovery on my phone then explain odins? Htc devices have nothing like these sorry if this thread was pointless, if anything just point me to a thread thanks

Look for the stickies in general section questions section and development. Everything you need to know Is in those threads.
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patrao_n said:
Look for the stickies in general section questions section and development. Everything you need to know Is in those threads.
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Im just really confused because im on jellybean 4.1.2 stock and im not sure if that has a effect on anything since those threads are old

XxlemonxX said:
Im just really confused because im on jellybean 4.1.2 stock and im not sure if that has a effect on anything since those threads are old
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Rooting is rooting. Once you're rooted you can flash whatever you want. Just follow the guides and you'll be fine. If you figured out how to root htc, this is a breeze!
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jdsingle76 said:
Rooting is rooting. Once you're rooted you can flash whatever you want. Just follow the guides and you'll be fine. If you figured out how to root htc, this is a breeze!
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I rooted doing famaroot it took 4 seconds. Not sure on how to install a recovery though. through Odin I install a jb one?

XxlemonxX said:
I rooted doing famaroot it took 4 seconds. Not sure on how to install a recovery though. through Odin I install a jb one?
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Yes, through odin, but if you want to flash custom roms, use el26 custom recovery. Roms come with their own kernel, some custom. But is you are rooted, and want to stay with your jb stock, you can flash agat's or garwynn's custom kernel, both have cwm.
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jdsingle76 said:
Yes, through odin, but if you want to flash custom roms, use el26 custom recovery. Roms come with their own kernel, some custom. But is you are rooted, and want to stay with your jb stock, you can flash agat's or garwynn's custom kernel, both have cwm.
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Alright thanks! Sorry for bothering you... But i am now rooted and have a custom recovery. [Agats Jb V5] that one works for the people coming from 4.1.2. And i can just go into my recovery now and flash el26 recovery? And im about to install cm10... all i would do is full wipe and install/ flash gapps i dont need to flash anything in odin or modem or something?

Really stuck on what to do.. How do I get a ICS modem? I have a el26 zip and a ICS modem zip but not sure on what to do. Help appreciated.. Trying to install a 4.2.2 ROM btw
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XxlemonxX said:
Really stuck on what to do.. How do I get a ICS modem? I have a el26 zip and a ICS modem zip but not sure on what to do. Help appreciated.. Trying to install a 4.2.2 ROM btw
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I'm assuming you're trying to install CM 10.1. If your have ics modem, flash el26, reboot into recovery, flash rom, gapps, modem, reboot, profit
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jdsingle76 said:
I'm assuming you're trying to install CM 10.1. If your have ics modem, flash el26, reboot into recovery, flash rom, gapps, modem, reboot, profit
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So i can flash this el26cwm recovery/zip kernal in recovery? And then just a Fl26.zip [Ics modem] in recovery aswell? I think i saw somewhere that CDMA cannot flash modems through recovery.. MobileOdin does not work my GS2. {VM]

XxlemonxX said:
So i can flash this el26cwm recovery/zip kernal in recovery? And then just a Fl26.zip [Ics modem] in recovery aswell? I think i saw somewhere that CDMA cannot flash modems through recovery.. MobileOdin does not work my GS2. {VM]
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Mobile Odin can not flash modems anyway, and yes, you can flash el26 cwm in the recovery your have now, as long as its zip format. Boot to recovery, flash el26, reboot into new recovery, flash rom, gapps, modem, reboot, enjoy.
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