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[Q] is it possible to flash back to stock without PC?

The micro USB port on my phone is jacked up and I need to flash back to stock ROM,unroot and stock Android recovery so I can get a replacement . Is there a way to do it? My PC dosent recognize the phone when its plugged in. currently im running
EL 26 modem
EK02 kernel
Build Number Gingerbread EK02
Cwm recovery

Maybe MobileODIN?
(sorry, @ work, can't take the time to search n link here for you)
I would guess off the top of my head that M-odin and something from sfhub would do this?
Seeing as I've never used it, I am sure someone could clarify and/or say I'm full of ****e. ;-)
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Yeah downloading the stock.tar to your phone and using Mobile Odin works great, just make sure that you don't have inject superuser clicked if you want to return it.

it looks everything needs to be done with CWM (rogue) or mobile odin.
Search the forum first to find the unrooted stock rom, modem and kernel.
Also, remove the odin count if it's non zero (if don't know, search 'triangle away').
If everything is downloaded on your phone or pc (you can connect your pc using es file explorer and move the file to your phone), be sure that kernel is applied at the very last moment.
The steps would be,
1. install zip file from sdcard - if you have a zip file which everything is on one zip, then you are just good to go.
2. Separate zip file - rom or modem first and kernel last within the same recovery session (without reboot)
If you use the mobile odin, everything should be done at the same time but I do not recommend this method because sometimes, the mobile odin misses some component and it could be a reason of phone bricked.

kobridge said:
it looks everything needs to be done with CWM (rogue) or mobile odin.
Search the forum first to find the unrooted stock rom, modem and kernel.
Also, remove the odin count if it's non zero (if don't know, search 'triangle away').
If everything is downloaded on your phone or pc (you can connect your pc using es file explorer and move the file to your phone), be sure that kernel is applied at the very last moment.
The steps would be,
1. install zip file from sdcard - if you have a zip file which everything is on one zip, then you are just good to go.
2. Separate zip file - rom or modem first and kernel last within the same recovery session (without reboot)
If you use the mobile odin, everything should be done at the same time but I do not recommend this method because sometimes, the mobile odin misses some component and
it could be a reason of phone bricked.
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So should I just try the method in step1 ? im concerned about getting the yellow triangle be ause my USB port is messed up and am afraid that a jig wont be recognized

ihateu said:
So should I just try the method in step1 ? im concerned about getting the yellow triangle be ause my USB port is messed up and am afraid that a jig wont be recognized
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That's the reason why I'm recommending the 'triangle away'. This works without usb jig. If you odin count is bigger than zero, only use it. Flashing thru zip file does not increase the odin count.

kobridge said:
That's the reason why I'm recommending the 'triangle away'. This works without usb jig. If you odin count is bigger than zero, only use it. Flashing thru zip file does not increase the odin count.
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So I can just flash this in cwm?
SPH-D710.EK02_CL704398-oc-sfx.exe
I thought this is the file that has stock ROM and stock recovery

ihateu said:
So I can just flash this in cwm?
SPH-D710.EK02_CL704398-oc-sfx.exe
I thought this is the file that has stock ROM and stock recovery
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Nope! That's the one-click self extract package being used for odin thru usb cable.
Don't even think about that.

kobridge said:
Nope! That's the one-click self extract package being used for odin thru usb cable.
Don't even think about that.
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Trying to find it ...theres so much roms . If your not to busy anyway u could post a link to point me in the right direction?

ihateu said:
Trying to find it ...theres so much roms . If your not to busy anyway u could post a link to point me in the right direction?
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Ya. I also spent about an hour to find the zip or tar file but no luck yet.
I remember that I downloaded original stock rom one time -SPH-D710_SPR_D710USEG30 and it has the home.tar file in it.
Keeping checking...
http://forums.acsyndicate.net/showthread.php?4894-Stock-EL29-Tar-How-to-Return-to-stock-here
(download file and unzip. Use mobile odin to flash the .tar file)
I tried to find zip file but only rooted zip files exist. So, only one way would be using mobile odin.

Ok im downloading that now .So let me get this right,I unzip that file then open mobile Odin .scroll down a bit hit open Open file...select that file that is now unziped . Does that soind right so far??
Sorry for bugging just not familiar woth this and dont want to screw up since I cant use USB port ya know..

ihateu said:
Ok im downloading that now .So let me get this right,I unzip that file then open mobile Odin .scroll down a bit hit open Open file...select that file that is now unziped . Does that soind right so far??
Sorry for bugging just not familiar woth this and dont want to screw up since I cant use USB port ya know..
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Sounds right:
This is below is all from sfhub he wrote instructions on his latest oneclick for using mobile odin:
Get the Full restore for EL29 here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1433101
FC15 here:
To install One-Clicks from the PHONE with out PC using Mobile Odin:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1551901
"Android - Install ZArchiver, then use it to unpack the ODIN OneClick 7zip self-extractor file in this section (long press *-oc-sfx.exe, Open as archive, Odin-OC, select *-OneClick.exe, Extract). Use Mobile ODIN to Open File the resulting *-OneClick.exe file. Mobile ODIN issue - modem might not flash consistently. Skip the remaining instructions that are windows ODIN specific (steps 3, 4, 5, 6)."

Ok so theese are one click files and I can use then with mobile Odin corrrect? Then the file that I asked you about earlier should work am I correct?
( SPH-D710.EK02_CL704398-oc-sfx)
I'm getting a bit confused , sorry. I could use the above file that I already downloaded instead of waiting for the download u sent me a link for right? (the one from ACS)

ihateu said:
Ok so theese are one click files and I can use then with mobile Odin corrrect? Then the file that I asked you about earlier should work am I correct?
( SPH-D710.EK02_CL704398-oc-sfx)
I'm getting a bit confused , sorry. I could use the above file that I already downloaded instead of waiting for the download u sent me a link for right? (the one from ACS)
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I don't know, I think you'd be fine with the EL29 too. I make sure I use the links from sfhub to get to stock. I can vouch for those - Bone Stock, Odin Count to Zero and no Triangle. That guys deserves loads of thanks for saving many an ass, mine included. And his instructions are dead simple and right on. Just take some time and read, read and then read again before you do anything. Then you should be OK.

ihateu said:
Ok so theese are one click files and I can use then with mobile Odin corrrect? Then the file that I asked you about earlier should work am I correct?
( SPH-D710.EK02_CL704398-oc-sfx)
I'm getting a bit confused , sorry. I could use the above file that I already downloaded instead of waiting for the download u sent me a link for right? (the one from ACS)
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The oc-sfx.exe files are actually 7zip self-extractors. When you double-click on them, they decompress the actual OneClick.exe file. Think of oc-sfx.exe as a zip file. You wouldn't feed a zip file directly to Mobile ODIN. You would unpack the zip file first, then give the file to Mobile ODIN. You can either unpack the oc-sfx.exe file on windows by double-clicking on it, or on your phone by using ZArchiver from the market.
Once you have extracted/decompressed the OneClick.exe file, feed that to Mobile ODIN.
Sorry for any confusion, but if I left these uncompressed, the files (and downloads) would be twice what they are now.

leaderbuilder said:
I don't know, I think you'd be fine with the EL29 too. I make sure I use the links from sfhub to get to stock. I can vouch for those - Bone Stock, Odin Count to Zero and no Triangle. That guys deserves loads of thanks for saving many an ass, mine included. And his instructions are dead simple and right on. Just take some time and read, read and then read again before you do anything. Then you should be OK.
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Yeah , I was really confused because I didnt know his oneclick.exe files can be used also with mobile odin,AND lol mostly cause for some reason I STILL tried opening it from mobile Odin but it wouldnt accept the file ,but thats because I unzipped it with Androzip. its what I already had on my phone and I thought it would do the job. Once I used Zarchive to unzip the one click.exe it DOES recognize the file! Now im just waiting for it to charge a lil

The man is pretty awesome n so helpful ! Its funny cause when I used his one click method months ago it was so easy. Just this time I cant do it thru a USB with PC

ihateu said:
The man is pretty awesome n so helpful ! Its funny cause when I used his one click method months ago it was so easy. Just this time I cant do it thru a USB with PC
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Even I'm so impressed to you guys! It's not been a long time since I joined this forum, but all you guys are awesome! Just want to express my thanks each of you +1
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Another Ass Saved !!!!! (mines)

Unable to get custom recovery

Every time I go into recovery mode I get the system recovery. It doesn't let me flash anything. I also tried to install CWM5. I followed all the guides I've come across for Odin and every time I think I finally got it, I still have the system recovery.
any help?

christiantailor said:
Every time I go into recovery mode I get the system recovery. It doesn't let me flash anything. I also tried to install CWM5. I followed all the guides I've come across for Odin and every time I think I finally got it, I still have the system recovery.
any help?
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Hmmm tell me the steps you are taking to root through odin
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Your forgetting to odin the kernel from mksaick.... let me find that link give me a second... once you odin this kernel odin cwm5 again and you'll be set.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1307980
Go here scroll towards the bottom and download the GBa3.tar its the kernel you need to odin.
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Big Goron said:
Your forgetting to odin the kernel from mksaick.... let me find that link give me a second... once you odin this kernel odin cwm5 again and you'll be set.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1307980
Go here scroll towards the bottom and download the GBa3.tar its the kernel you need to odin.
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which slot do I put the kernel in?

Stop whatever your doing. Then...
Open ODIN, place the recovery.bin file in the recovery slot.
Be sure to use the .pit file.
Uncheck auto-reboot.
After successfully flashing CWM, pull the battery.
Boot into CWM and flash whatever custom rom you want.
Done.
You are having this problem because the stock kernel checks the recovery type/partition and if there is a mismatch, it automatically flashes the stock recovery again.
If you want stock + root & CWM, then replace the stock kernel with a custom one for your current build.

nikon120 said:
Stop whatever your doing. Then...
Open ODIN, place the recovery.bin file in the recovery slot.
Be sure to use the .pit file.
Uncheck auto-reboot.
After successfully flashing CWM, pull the battery.
Boot into CWM and flash whatever custom rom you want.
Done.
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what recovery.bin? ha
I'm not used to using Odin.

Topic you should read
.tar.md5 file for CWM 5
My bad, I thought I had the actual .bin file, but just use the .tar.md5 file linked above. I'm too drunk to extract ****.
Twas a good night.
Good luck.

nikon120 said:
Stop whatever your doing. Then...
Open ODIN, place the recovery.bin file in the recovery slot.
Be sure to use the .pit file.
Uncheck auto-reboot.
After successfully flashing CWM, pull the battery.
Boot into CWM and flash whatever custom rom you want.
Done.
You are having this problem because the stock kernel checks the recovery type/partition and if there is a mismatch, it automatically flashes the stock recovery again.
If you want stock + root & CWM, then replace the stock kernel with a custom one for your current build.
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Why would you use the pit file? Repartitioning is not needed. Don't use the pit.
Put CWM tar in the PDA slot.
As mentioned, if you're on a stock ROM, delete the script (install-recovery.sh) to prevent stock recovery from overwriting CWM on boot. Or flash a different kernel.
tl;dr
Watch qbking's youtube guides.
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etirkca said:
Why would you use the pit file? Repartitioning is not needed. Don't use the pit.
Put CWM in the PDA slot.
As mentioned, if you're on a stock ROM, delete the script (install-recovery.sh) to prevent stock recovery from overwriting CWM on boot. Or flash a different kernel.
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What if I accidentally put something in the phone slot? My phone won't connect to network now.
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etirkca said:
Why would you use the pit file? Repartitioning is not needed. Don't use the pit.
Put CWM tar in the PDA slot.
As mentioned, if you're on a stock ROM, delete the script (install-recovery.sh) to prevent stock recovery from overwriting CWM on boot. Or flash a different kernel.
tl;dr
Watch qbking's youtube guides.
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B/c I flashed the recovery.tar file via odin w/o the pit file before and soft bricked. The next flash attempt I used the pit file, all was well.
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christiantailor said:
What if I accidentally put something in the phone slot? My phone won't connect to network now.
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Reflash. Preferably the right way this time.
There's plenty of guides on here on how to flash properly.
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You guys suck at directions... sorry.
The gba3.tar goes in the pda section. Leave EVERYTHING unchecked. Nothing else should be put in anywhere just the kernel in pda slot.
Then once it says pass on odin unplug the device (yes I know it still says do not remove target just do it.)
Pop out the battery, put it back in and go back into download mode.
Then you can have auto-reboot checked, and odin in the recovery in the pda slot as well. Double check its only auto reboot and hit the start button.
This is the easiest method for n00bs, no going in and deleteing the "install-recovery.sh". No having to quickly unplug the battery before it boots and flashing a rom etc etc. This IS how Qbking77 does it, and this IS how it should properly be done.
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christiantailor said:
What if I accidentally put something in the phone slot? My phone won't connect to network now.
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F(*^*ck me I'm too late.....
Now your going to have to reflash to stock and start over... *facepalm*
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[help] Assert failed error Tmobile Galaxy S III

I keep getting an issue when i got to flash the Hell Fire jellybean rom for my tmobile galaxy s III. the installation begins but then i receive an error message saying
assert failed: getprop("ro.product.device") == "d2tmo" | | getprop("ro.build.prodct") == "d2tmo" E: error in /sdcard/samsung_hfj1.1.zip (status 7) installation aborted.
i have searched the forums for people having the same issue but nothing for the galaxy s III. I do believe this is based on cm10 if that could be causing an issue but im not sure, im new to flashing on samsung devices. any help would be awesome thank you

Have you ever modded your buil.prop for google wallet or anything else?
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DocHoliday77 said:
Have you ever modded your buil.prop for google wallet or anything else?
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No I have not, I have flashed other roms with no problem this is the first time ive had an issue

When I got this error, I flashed back to stock then rooted and installed the rom i wanted.

If you're not using a stock rom, the build prop may be from another phone, depending on what rom you're using.
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DocHoliday77 said:
If you're not using a stock rom, the build prop may be from another phone, depending on what rom you're using.
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right now im using the frostyjb rom, do you suggest i flash a stock rom then try flashing the hellfire rom like forgot2wipe had mentioned?

That's probably the quickest way to a solution at this point. Or first you could try a different recovery. I'm pretty sure the build.prop in frosty will be fine, so it could be the recovery causing a problem.
Up to you which you try first.
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DocHoliday77 said:
That's probably the quickest way to a solution at this point. Or first you could try a different recovery. I'm pretty sure the build.prop in frosty will be fine, so it could be the recovery causing a problem.
Up to you which you try first.
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ok i will look into trying both

Did you ever find a solution?
Hey I'm having the same problem with my phone and i have tried numerous roms and roots and i cant find a solution

wewonk said:
Hey I'm having the same problem with my phone and i have tried numerous roms and roots and i cant find a solution
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Try updating your recovery
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wewonk said:
Hey I'm having the same problem with my phone and i have tried numerous roms and roots and i cant find a solution
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This guide will get your phone back up and running properly.
Doing anything else will just prolong your problems.
This is a easy and sure way to fix your problem - Here is s step by step guide:
After following these instructions you will have the latest official stock-rooted Tmobile T999 Samsung S3 Jellybean v4.1.2 rom
installed then if you like you can flash any of these custom roms found here in this T999 Tmobile threads.
Download the newest pre-rooted Samsung Galaxy S3 T999 Jellybean v4.1.2 rom: T999_UVDMD5
After downloading make a folder on your computer's desktop and unzip the
file using Winzip or 7zip so the .TAR file is in the new folder you just made.
Download and extract Odin into the same folder you made containing the TAR file
Here is the link for Odin: http://d-h.st/Q14
• Download ODIN which is required for flashing the stock rooted firmware (a windows app)
• Download the Odin Flash firmware for T999 Tmobile then copy it to the same folder as Odin
• Run Odin by double clicking the Odin.exe within the same folder as the TAR file you extracted
• Turn off your phone and boot into DOWNLOAD MODE (Volume Down + Home + Power Hold
until phone powers up, then release and press Volume Up to enter Download Mode)
• Once in Download Mode, connect the USB/Charger cable to the phone and plug into the USB port on your computer.
• You should now see a COM** port listed toward the top-left of Odin (under ID:COM)
• Click on the PDA button in the middle-right area of Odin.
• Browse to and select the Firmware you downloaded (TAR file)
• Make sure Auto-Reboot and F. Reset Time are the only options checked and that PDA is the only other thing checked.
• TRIPLE CHECK your settings and that you have selected the correct firmware for your model phone and are using the correct options.
• If you are using a laptop, make absolutely sure you are plugged in, or if on battery, that it is charged enough and will not go into sleep mode during flash.
• Click Start to begin the flash. This will take a while, so be patient!
• Once complete, in the top-left box in Odin, it will say PASS and the phone should have automatically rebooted.
• You may unplug the phone and close Odin if you wish.
• Wait at least 5-10 minutes for the system to boot the first time and then build its cache!
• (It may seem to hang during boot, this is normal and you must be patient!!!)
Good Luck!

serio22 said:
Try updating your recovery
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I'm sorry I don't completely understand what you mean by that. Are you saying I need a new clockworkmod
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You can try that.
Btw, do you have signature verification off?
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DocHoliday77 said:
You can try that.
Btw, do you have signature verification off?
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It was off. Also that way he told me can that work with the Pac-man ROM
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wewonk said:
I'm sorry I don't completely understand what you mean by that. Are you saying I need a new clockworkmod
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Most likely. Just update it through ROM manager, or flash twrp recovery through goo manager
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If that doesn't work try Mobile Odin. Get pro from play store or the free version here on xda. Should be easy to find.
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Misterjunky said:
This guide will get your phone back up and running properly.
Doing anything else will just prolong your problems.
This is a easy and sure way to fix your problem - Here is s step by step guide:
After following these instructions you will have the latest official stock-rooted Tmobile T999 Samsung S3 Jellybean v4.1.2 rom
installed then if you like you can flash any of these custom roms found here in this T999 Tmobile threads.
Download the newest pre-rooted Samsung Galaxy S3 T999 Jellybean v4.1.2 rom: T999_UVDMD5
After downloading make a folder on your computer's desktop and unzip the
file using Winzip or 7zip so the .TAR file is in the new folder you just made.
Download and extract Odin into the same folder you made containing the TAR file
Here is the link for Odin: http://d-h.st/Q14
• Download ODIN which is required for flashing the stock rooted firmware (a windows app)
• Download the Odin Flash firmware for T999 Tmobile then copy it to the same folder as Odin
• Run Odin by double clicking the Odin.exe within the same folder as the TAR file you extracted
• Turn off your phone and boot into DOWNLOAD MODE (Volume Down + Home + Power Hold
until phone powers up, then release and press Volume Up to enter Download Mode)
• Once in Download Mode, connect the USB/Charger cable to the phone and plug into the USB port on your computer.
• You should now see a COM** port listed toward the top-left of Odin (under ID:COM)
• Click on the PDA button in the middle-right area of Odin.
• Browse to and select the Firmware you downloaded (TAR file)
• Make sure Auto-Reboot and F. Reset Time are the only options checked and that PDA is the only other thing checked.
• TRIPLE CHECK your settings and that you have selected the correct firmware for your model phone and are using the correct options.
• If you are using a laptop, make absolutely sure you are plugged in, or if on battery, that it is charged enough and will not go into sleep mode during flash.
• Click Start to begin the flash. This will take a while, so be patient!
• Once complete, in the top-left box in Odin, it will say PASS and the phone should have automatically rebooted.
• You may unplug the phone and close Odin if you wish.
• Wait at least 5-10 minutes for the system to boot the first time and then build its cache!
• (It may seem to hang during boot, this is normal and you must be patient!!!)
Good Luck!
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So the flash work and i have the new root, so can i use any rom now.

re: flashing roms
wewonk said:
So the flash work and i have the new root, so can i use any rom now.
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Yes, any rom which is intended to be used with the T999 phones only.
I would suggest that you stay away from any of the CM10/AOKP/AOSP and any of the PORTED roms.
Most of those roms are intended for developers and other people who want and like to experiment with their phones.
If you like experimenting with your phone, then by all means go ahead and flash those roms.
So I would suggest to only flash roms which are based on the Tmobile Samsung Touchwiz T999 Jellybean 4.1.1 or 4.1.2 firmware(roms).
That way you will not have any of those famous error 7's and or a lot of the other errors and issues which so many people here in xda have had.
Good luck!

Need Help asap!!

i just root my phone but not sure what happen, i need to flash a new rom to make my phone work but i dont have a sd card to put the zip file in it, i can't connect to my phone and put the zip file it in and flash it through, i'm on the recovery screen, how do i get my phone to connect to my computer and put the file it in. Need help asap, thank you

You could try getting it into download mode and using Odin to get it back in working order
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papi5120 said:
You could try getting it into download mode and using Odin to get it back in working order
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more detail please too many option on odin

when i power on the phone sound come on for a while and i'm just at a blank scree, seen like i mess, i need a new rom but i dont have a sd card with a zip on file and i can't connect my phone to my computer to transfer that zip file to my phone so i can flash it..what to do..this is a bad feeling

This thread should help asking as u can get into download mode just follow the directions
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28740768
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papi5120 said:
This thread should help asking as u can get into download mode just follow the directions
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28740768
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how do i flash a zip file rom on download mode?? lost

Do you not have a cable to connect the phone to the computer ?
If not, perhaps you should buy one (they are cheap) before continuing on. I know you can transfer files without one, but it's really invaluable and I wouldn't start messing around in my phone without it in case something like this happened.
Do you have an SD card in the phone now ? Do you have an adapter or something ?

Pennycake said:
Do you not have a cable to connect the phone to the computer ?
If not, perhaps you should buy one (they are cheap) before continuing on. I know you can transfer files without one, but it's really invaluable and I wouldn't start messing around in my phone without it in case something like this happened.
Do you have an SD card in the phone now ? Do you have an adapter or something ?
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i have no sd card, but i do have a cable to connect the phone to the computer, i just root it and my system is total wipe out and i need to flash a rom into my phone but my phone doesn't connect to my computer and it wont allowed me to put the zip file in, i'm also at the recovery where i press power button plus home button and up volume button

You don't flash zips in odin. Flash the fw .tar.md5 file.
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DocHoliday77 said:
You don't flash zips in odin. Flash the fw .tar.md5 file.
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fw. ta. md5 can they flash my phone so i can used it like stock?

Yes. Use Odin to install root66 from docs sticky thread in android development.

brokensmile209 said:
fw. ta. md5 can they flash my phone so i can used it like stock?
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Yes just follow the directions step-by-step using the root66_TMO_T999UVDLJA.7z file for T-mobile. Do NOT SKIP any steps. Also to note, after you flash, you will be on a completely stock rom but WITH root (rooted).

brokensmile209 said:
fw. ta. md5 can they flash my phone so i can used it like stock?
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Well, the fw is just short for firmware. Not part of the file name.
Basically you download the version you want, UVDLJA for jb, UVALJ4 is the latest ics.
If you want pure stock, get the regular firmware. If you want root, use the root66 version. (Root66 is identical to stock fw but is pre-rooted).
Flash whichever one you choose and you will be fully stock.
If you go to the firmware thread in my sig you will find all available firmwares, regular and root66 (ignore the ota files).
In post 2 of the thread you will find Odin, Drivers and instructions. Look for the Odin Instructions, not Mobile Odin.
If you alreadyhave kies or drivrrs installed, don't reinstall them unless you're having problems.
Good luck! Ill try to keep popping in to see if you have any more questions.
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Or use mrRobonsons thread. Whichever is easier.
Some get confused, but use 7zip to extract the root66 firmware.
Tbe file you flash in odin will have the extension: .tar.md5
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@OP, make sure that you are reading and listening to what people are telling you. Everyone that posted in this thread has been in the same place as you and has recovered from it. Maybe gove a little bit more info. We all know Panic Mode when we see it, so just try to be clear and concise as you can.

How to flash firmwares using mobile odin

HOW TO FLASH FIRMWARES USING MOBILE ODIN
DO IT AT YOU OWN RISK As i have tested works perfect for me
Step 1: Download the firmware
It must be in .tar.md5 format which usually is the case with official firmware. If you have a .zip or .7z file, you can use Zip Archiver (free at the Google Play Store) to unzip it directly on your phone. You should see the .tar.md5 file after. You can also unzip using winraron your computer and transfer the file to your internal/external SD card later.
Step 2: Transfer the unzipped file to your device.
You can place it in your internal or external SD card. Personally, I set up a folder at the internal SD card titled "Stock Firmwares or Flashoholic " and segregate firmwares and kernels in different folders.
Step 3: Launch Mobile ODIN
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Grant SuperUser access when prompted.
Step 4: Select "Open file ..."
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Choose the firmware you unzipped from Step 1. You will be informed about the partitions that Mobile ODIN automatically set for you. Select "OK".
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Selected a wrong file? No worries. Select "Clear all" to clear all partitions.
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Step 5: Make sure EverRoot is ticked (Pro users only)
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That is, if you want to root your firmware during installation. The boxes that you can check are as follows:
Enable EverRoot
Inject Superuser
Inject Mobile ODIN
Otherwise, leave these boxes unticked.
Step 6: Select "Wipe data and cache" and "Wipe Dalvik cache"
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This will perform a "clean wipe" which is often necessary for installing firmwares.
Step 7: Select "Flash firmware"
When asked if you should check the md5 signature, have it checked. This will make sure that the file you have is complete and not broken. After this step, your phone will automatically shut down and reboot to Mobile ODIN's custom Recovery Mode. The installation process will take place. Just sit back and wait for it to finish

Where can I find the free version of mobile odin? Play store only has the pro version it seems.
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Just search xda for it. There is a very big thread on it
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what if flashing with mobile Odin fails? is it any risky?
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Ive never heard of it failing, it even warns you if you have less than 50% battery.
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ozaghloul said:
Where can I find the free version of mobile odin? Play store only has the pro version it seems.
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Download From HERE
Mobile Odin Lite :good:

roni124 said:
what if flashing with mobile Odin fails? is it any risky?
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Its user friendly , just incase during the Mobile odin flash if there is any issues after flash such as boot Loop tried to reboot the phone if still same then will have to use the other option Pc Odin :good:
so Far i've flashed many firmwares and Kernels no issues found even when the battery is below 50% but dont take risk suggest to have atleast battery of 70%+

roni124 said:
what if flashing with mobile Odin fails? is it any risky?
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I can only speak from my experience, so I could be wrong - but I tried flashing from mobile Odin once and never again. I flashed, and the phone booted OK and then I realized it doesn't recognize SIM card. After more examination, I found that it doesn't have IMEI, baseband, nothing in connection with GSM... Wifi worked fine. So I flashed the SAME ROM with normal Odin and luckily it got the IMEI and everything back but I know I'll stay away from mobile Odin....

First of mobile odin can't flash efs as well sensitive partition like bootloader pit etc, so mobile odin is much safer then pc odin.
What you got network issue can be happen with many things, anything wrong happened with files in efs folder can cause it that's why it is always recommend to have efs backup if your device is rooted.
Certain limitations of mobile odin are
-you need working device, you can't flash on soft bricked device.
-needs root
- it can't flash bootloader, so if rom have patched or updated bootloader, you have to flash separately
Advantages are
-you can flash zip without having cwm (so no flash counter raise if you flash only mods)
- safer than odin bcoz it can't flash pit, bootloader. So even you wrongly flash a rom for different device, you can easily revive it from soft brick
-you can flash isolated components from rom file like recovery, kernel, csc, modem
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aukhan said:
Its user friendly , just incase during the Mobile odin flash if there is any issues after flash such as boot Loop tried to reboot the phone if still same then will have to use the other option Pc Odin :good:
so Far i've flashed many firmwares and Kernels no issues found even when the battery is below 50% but dont take risk suggest to have atleast battery of 70%+
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thank you for your answer
dalanik said:
I can only speak from my experience, so I could be wrong - but I tried flashing from mobile Odin once and never again. I flashed, and the phone booted OK and then I realized it doesn't recognize SIM card. After more examination, I found that it doesn't have IMEI, baseband, nothing in connection with GSM... Wifi worked fine. So I flashed the SAME ROM with normal Odin and luckily it got the IMEI and everything back but I know I'll stay away from mobile Odin....
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I'm aware of that, I've made EFS backup, thanks
dr.ketan said:
First of mobile odin can't flash efs as well sensitive partition like bootloader pit etc, so mobile odin is much safer then pc odin.
What you got network issue can be happen with many things, anything wrong happened with files in efs folder can cause it that's why it is always recommend to have efs backup if your device is rooted.
Certain limitations of mobile odin are
-you need working device, you can't flash on soft bricked device.
-needs root
- it can't flash bootloader, so if rom have patched or updated bootloader, you have to flash separately
Advantages are
-you can flash zip without having cwm (so no flash counter raise if you flash only mods)
- safer than odin bcoz it can't flash pit, bootloader. So even you wrongly flash a rom for different device, you can easily revive it from soft brick
-you can flash isolated components from rom file like recovery, kernel, csc, modem
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it means no chance to hard brick, right?
S2 has unlocked bootloader as mobileOdin requires, am i right?
sorry for noob questions
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dalanik said:
I can only speak from my experience, so I could be wrong - but I tried flashing from mobile Odin once and never again. I flashed, and the phone booted OK and then I realized it doesn't recognize SIM card. After more examination, I found that it doesn't have IMEI, baseband, nothing in connection with GSM... Wifi worked fine. So I flashed the SAME ROM with normal Odin and luckily it got the IMEI and everything back but I know I'll stay away from mobile Odin....
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This was modem problem. In that case u have to reflash modem only.
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