Root. A word so simple, yet so complexed.
Every android user on XDA should know what it is, but people only know what they can do with it, not how and why.
There are already a ton of threads describing what root is, but here's something most of those threads forget:
To obtain root access, you need a 'su' binary inside /system/bin .
Also, you need an app to control apps that gain root privileges. The two you're most likely to hear about are SuperUser (SU) and SuperSuperUser (SuperSU).
So, if you have a recovery, you can flash a zip file that puts a su binary inside /system/bin , and installs the controller app (SuperUser and SuperSU). -- That way you don't need a PC to root your phone. Also, you don't lose any data and there's no risk of bricking your phone.
But, as I can see, people here aren't aware that they don't need PCs for rooting.
They flash kernels from all sorts of stock FW releases, use a billion programs, and finally, they get root after a good amount of time and flashing, usually with a lot of risk of bricks.
So, a quick step-by-step guide on how to do root like a pro:
1. You need a phone with a recovery and internet (be it WiFi or mobile data).
2. Go here: http://downloads.noshufou.netdna-cdn.com/superuser/Superuser-3.1.3-arm-signed.zip and save the file to your phone. Remember where you saved it!
3. Boot into recovery and flash the zip.
4. Reboot back into Android
Optional:
5. Realize that this process is far better than the ones that need a PC, because it's simpler. Thank me.
6. Tell it to your friends, so they don't mess around with huge downloads and flashing kernels.
someone755 said:
Root. A word so simple, yet so complexed.
Every android user on XDA should know what it is, but people only know what they can do with it, not how and why.
There are already a ton of threads describing what root is, but here's something most of those threads forget:
To obtain root access, you need a 'su' binary inside /system/bin .
Also, you need an app to control apps that gain root privileges. The two you're most likely to hear about are SuperUser (SU) and SuperSuperUser (SuperSU).
So, if you have a recovery, you can flash a zip file that puts a su binary inside /system/bin , and installs the controller app (SuperUser and SuperSU). -- That way you don't need a PC to root your phone. Also, you don't lose any data and there's no risk of bricking your phone.
But, as I can see, people here aren't aware that they don't need PCs for rooting.
They flash kernels from all sorts of stock FW releases, use a billion programs, and finally, they get root after a good amount of time and flashing, usually with a lot of risk of bricks.
So, a quick step-by-step guide on how to do root like a pro:
1. You need a phone with a recovery and internet (be it WiFi or mobile data).
2. Go here: http://downloads.noshufou.netdna-cdn.com/superuser/Superuser-3.1.3-arm-signed.zip and save the file to your phone. Remember where you saved it!
3. Boot into recovery and flash the zip.
4. Reboot back into Android
Optional:
5. Realize that this process is far better than the ones that need a PC, because it's simpler. Thank me.
6. Tell it to your friends, so they don't mess around with huge downloads and flashing kernels.
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A Simple question, how can i get recovery, if for get it, i need first a root phone?
SteBanVe said:
A Simple question, how can i get recovery, if for get it, i need first a root phone?
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I think u need an unlocked bootloader. U can root using bin4ry method without unlocking bootloader but it works upto 6.1.a.2.50 only.
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bluechelsea said:
I think u need an unlocked bootloader. U can root using bin4ry method without unlocking bootloader but it works upto 6.1.a.2.50 only.
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i have Xperia S 2.55, and bin4ry method doest work. To apply this method, i repeat my question how can i get recovery, if for get it, i need first a rooted phone?
someone755 said:
1. You need a phone with a recovery...
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How do you suppose we get a custom recovery without using different tools or unlocking bootloader?
Yes great guide, but only for UB ... for LB you need root BEFORE you install CWM...
al with .55 FW i recomend - flash any older rootable FW, root it, install CWM ... via CWM flash stockbased rom ( KA, XTX ) and thats all... or you an flash prerooted .55 FW ....
Okay, fine, schratch that!
Use goo.im manager from the play store and install the TWRP recovery!
Problem solved, but the main point is that people don't need PCs for root!!
someone755 said:
Okay, fine, schratch that!
Use goo.im manager from the play store and install the TWRP recovery!
Problem solved, but the main point is that people don't need PCs for root!!
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I installed the app now how do i install recovery and boot into it?
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Here's some info:
GSM Galaxy Nexus - Retail (bought from amazon).
Version: 4.0.1 (says no further update available).
Build Number: ITL41F
Can't remember if I rooted, then updated to ITL41F or not.
Followed THESE instructions successfully:
Code:
- Got drivers for Galaxy Nexus installed.
- Used "fastboot-windows oem unlock" and unlocked bootloader.
- Used "install-superboot-windows.bat"
Does this mean I am rooted permanently or have I missed out something?
I do not have Clockwork MOD installed. I don't plan on putting a custom ROM on the phone, I just want root access on the stock ROM.
Superuser is installed.
RootExplorer is denied superuser permissions (never had a prompt or anything). I can navigate to system/app/ and see superuser is in there. RootExplorer does see all the folders and files, but cannot be mounted in R/W mode.
Superuser Update fixer app says (under "force):
Code:
Checking signatures... ok!
extracting tiny busybox... ok!
extracting superuser.apk... ok!
Gaining root access ... fail!
In laymans terms, what do I need to do now to gain root access to my phone?
Also, to clarify, if I run a OTA update to the stock ROM, will it un-root my phone?
Thanks
Easiest thing is to unlock your bootloader, flash CWM, and then apply a su.zip.
I rarely ever actually root a phone. Usually I will install CWM and then flash a stock root rom.
Look in this thread for the Clockworkmod boot method...should work like a charm.
http://androidforums.com/galaxy-nexus-all-things-root/452146-how-root-samsung-galaxy-nexus.html
fastboot-windows.exe boot boot.superboot.img
Should have just used this after you unlocked boot loader for route
Anyways , the above will get you sorted
Merry Christmas
40Glock said:
Easiest thing is to unlock your bootloader, flash CWM, and then apply a su.zip.
I rarely ever actually root a phone. Usually I will install CWM and then flash a stock root rom.
Look in this thread for the Clockworkmod boot method...should work like a charm.
http://androidforums.com/galaxy-nexus-all-things-root/452146-how-root-samsung-galaxy-nexus.html
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Thanks. However:
1) I'm hoping my bootloader will still be unlocked. Therefore will flashing CWM reset the phone, IE delete all the apps?
2) What happens if I don't really want to install CWM? Can I not be rooted without it?
3) It doesn't really explain why I don't seem to be rooted :/
I should also add that Root Explorer does see all the files and folders, but it cannot be mounted in r/w mode.
But I'll take a look at the link, thanks.
I don't understand why you want to be rooted then...
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you should move your question to the galaxy nexus q&a forum, you will get more help there, if not find someone who already had the same issue. Read ALL stickies at the top of the forums. This will help solve your problem. Posting here will most likely get you bad attitudes fyi
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anotherxdauser said:
Thanks. However:
1) I'm hoping my bootloader will still be unlocked. Therefore will flashing CWM reset the phone, IE delete all the apps?
2) What happens if I don't really want to install CWM? Can I not be rooted without it?
3) It doesn't really explain why I don't seem to be rooted :/
I should also add that Root Explorer does see all the files and folders, but it cannot be mounted in r/w mode.
But I'll take a look at the link, thanks.
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1. Unlocking the bootloader wipes the device not CWM. Mine came unlocked from retail store.
2. According to Superboot thread you can root without CWM.
3. Did you install busybox like the instructions say?
Similar to the previous post...since you have a GSM phone post/look in GSM thread for proper help.
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Ditto what alot of others have said. Post about GSM model in CDMA area, plus not dev related. Asked for post to be moved to help you out.
merry xmas and good luck
Thanks for not flaming guys!
Thread moved......
drpancake said:
I don't understand why you want to be rooted then...
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I need to be rooted to allow various apps to run to their full potential.
Well, tried the rooting process again, now no matter what method I choose, they are all saying "waiting for device".
Any pointers on what to do next?
you can try below if you like.
first of all, make sure your boot loader is unlocked.
secondly,
download CWM recovery from below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1357642
then download below su binary package i have made
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1395155
place su_signed_signed.zip into your sdcard (copy into your phone internal storage)
then turn off you phone, boot into bootloader mode (hold vol+ and vol- and power button).
once you are in it,
type
"fastboot flash recovery recovery-clockwork-5.5.0.2-maguro.img".
then using vol+ switch to boot recovery option and press the power button.
once you are in Clockwork Mode Recovery,
choose option "install zip from sdcard"
then browse and select "su_signed_signed.zip"
once it has done, you have rooted your phone.
now all you need to do is, reboot your phone, go to android market,
and install https://market.android.com/details?id=com.noshufou.android.su
then run Superuser,
go to settings,
then select "Su binary v3.XXX, tap to check for updates".
after you tap on that, it should say that SU is out of date.
click on update su binary, then you will be prompted for Superuser request.
once you have permitted it, it will then download the latest su binary and install it.
then you are done.
^^ Except I DO NOT WANT CLOCKWORK MOD on my phone.
However, as closure, I did manage to re-root my phone. I dried different drivers for the Samsung and somehow it just accepted the deivce and rooted it for me.
does the galaxy W need to be rooted to flash with ODIN or it does not need to be.
for example i can just flash CWM and then install CM9 without root and I'll be ok.
zaid98 said:
does the galaxy W need to be rooted to flash with ODIN or it does not need to be.
for example i can just flash CWM and then install CM9 without root and I'll be ok.
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ODIN is to be use on standard updates on stock ROM. Normally you can get it through www.sammobile.com/firmware/
Root ROM like CM9 by Arco and others variation such as Paranoid Android by Doomsday94 must be on rooted phone. This link (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1317394) will helps you how to root. I suggest you read through these steps.
you didn't understand what i meant what i meant does the stock ROM need to be rooted to flash CWM via odin or not
zaid98 said:
you didn't understand what i meant what i meant does the stock ROM need to be rooted to flash CWM via odin or not
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You seems to be new here. He's answer was right but since you cannot relate to what he said, the simple answer for your question is
"No."
If you have more question, follow them up.
My question was not how to root but in short does odin need root to be used or not
My question was not how to root but in short does odin need root to be used or not
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Anything on a computer has full access to android devices. So odin and other apps like that for computers will be able to do anything to your device if it reqiures download mode. Download mode is basicly rhe first piece of already rooted (you could say) equiptment on a phone that anyone could access.
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zaid98 said:
My question was not how to root but in short does odin need root to be used or not
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Odin does not need root. It's a standard software from Samsung to updates/upgrade/downgrade stock ROM or even flash baseband (upgrade/downgrade). But in order to use ODIN, your phone must be on download mode.
I hope this is simple enough for you to try. Again, please read my first post comments.
if me no root but live use flash cwm via odin, whats live root?
melledug said:
if me no root but live use flash cwm via odin, whats live root?
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I've been trying to figure out what you really mean but I really don't understand.
In one way or another, you will be needing both root and CWM if you're to use your phone to the fullest. I strongly suggest to do the two things.
i suppose your question was "do you need root before flashing CWM with ODIN?"
i think you can flash it (CWM recovery) without rooting, but on the other hand, CWM might need root access before it can work on your phone.
necrohades said:
i suppose your question was "do you need root before flashing CWM with ODIN?"
i think you can flash it (CWM recovery) without rooting, but on the other hand, CWM might need root access before it can work on your phone.
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Anything that isnt download mode always requires root if it involves modifying the /system
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melledug said:
if me no root but live use flash cwm via odin, whats live root?
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I think what this guy meant was: If I'm not rooted, but can flash CWM using ODIN, what's the purpose of rooting?
Assuming I translated his question correctly, here's my answer :
Flashing a recovery (RZR, CWM) or a ROM (BC2, Kez, BN, ArcoICS) is like installing Windows 7 on a PC: You don't need to know the password of the Administrator account of the previous OS; just boot the Setup DVD, and it has full unfettered access to the whole PC.
Rooting a phone is unlocking its capability. It's like resetting the administrator password of a PC, so that you can install things on it.
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Guys,
I installed the CWM before rooting, is it a problem? How can I root my phone with CWM already installed? I am having some problems with Cyanonmod 10, for exemple, I can't take pictures because it says that there's no external SD Card installed what isn't true.
NigthWolf23 said:
Guys,
I installed the CWM before rooting, is it a problem? How can I root my phone with CWM already installed? I am having some problems with Cyanonmod 10, for exemple, I can't take pictures because it says that there's no external SD Card installed what isn't true.
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Short answer: no. its not a problem. You can root your phone with cwm installed. It wont affect anything. And if you want root then just search it up.
Secondly, about CM10.1, its still in alpha.(bugs like that are always probable) Dont report it here. Report it in the CM10 thread. Its bound to get noticed more there and fixed quicker there.
That's right, I'm the premium potaytoman and i seek the TROOOOOF! Problem?
gmaster1 said:
Short answer: no. its not a problem. You can root your phone with cwm installed. It wont affect anything. And if you want root then just search it up.
Secondly, about CM10.1, its still in alpha.(bugs like that are always probable) Dont report it here. Report it in the CM10 thread. Its bound to get noticed more there and fixed quicker there.
That's right, I'm the premium potaytoman and i seek the TROOOOOF! Problem?
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Not a problem, but u can't root your device with cwm6, only with cwm5 or stock recovery
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Start by saying I'm very new about Android and smartphone in general.
Four days ago I got my first smartphone, a Xperia Play model R800i and some friends suggested me to install ICS. I searched on the internet and I have found the Xperia Play Development forum. There, I found a really interesting ROM called "New Express ICS".
I downloaded all the files and I started to follow the guide. I'm stuck at the second point (I believe this is ridiculous): I can't get into the Recovery Mode and I didn't get if I can flash the custom kernel (bootics.img) on flash tool.
I haven't rooted my phone, it's 100% virgin, yet.
Can someone explain me what to do? I'm searching answer here and on google for three days and I'm getting even more confused.
Sorry if my english is not perfect, it isn't my first language.
You need to unlock bootloader before fastboot a kernel (bootics.img)
WARNING: THIS VOIDS WARRANTY. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.
jeff7424 said:
You need to unlock bootloader before fastboot a kernel (bootics.img)
WARNING: THIS VOIDS WARRANTY. YOU HAVE BEEN WARNED.
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Thank you very much, I'm going to do this. Is this a good guide?
After that what I have to do? How I will flash the rom? Sorry for all these newbie questions.
You should read all his guides.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1836530
First read root, then unlock bootloader, then install custom roms.
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eksasol said:
You should read all his guides.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1836530
First read root, then unlock bootloader, then install custom roms.
Sent from my R800i
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Thanks for the link, it's very useful! Just a question: what do you mean with "read the root"? I have to root the phone?
I rooted my phone and I found the superuser app on this. Then, I unlocked the bootloader and the superuser app disappered, is it normal?
One more thing, how I flash the custom kernel and the ROM, now?
EDIT: Fail, Superuser is installed, yet, I didn't notice that
EDIT2: Why I can't get into the recovery mode?
unlock bootloader here http://www.xperiagamer.com/Beginners-Guides/unlock-the-bootloader-ramge.html
im not responsible for any damage:good:
Gianmark said:
I rooted my phone and I found the superuser app on this. Then, I unlocked the bootloader and the superuser app disappered, is it normal?
One more thing, how I flash the custom kernel and the ROM, now?
EDIT: Fail, Superuser is installed, yet, I didn't notice that
EDIT2: Why I can't get into the recovery mode?
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I see you unlock your bootloader, good job! Place the ROM zip into your SD card first. Next, to get into recovery mode, just fastboot the kernel you want.
-Power off phone.
-Hold search button while connecting to PC via USB
-Open flashtool, click the thunderbolt icon, select fastboot
-Select kernel to flash (select your kernel bootics.img)
-Wait for 2 seconds and voila!
After that, power on your phone, when blue LED lights up with a vibration, spam volume button / back button (depends on kernel) then you'll be able to enter recovery
Gianmark said:
One more thing, how I flash the custom kernel and the ROM, now?
EDIT: Fail, Superuser is installed, yet, I didn't notice that
EDIT2: Why I can't get into the recovery mode?
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Again, read his guide on flashing kernel and roms: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2054512
Which kernel you flash is depended on the rom you want to use it with, you need to flash a GB kernel if you want to use GB rom, ICS kernel for ICS, etc, although some kernel are compatible with both ICS and JB. Search the development section for kernels and roms. If you flash a rom and it fail to boot, it mean the kernel currently installed is not compatible with that rom.
About ClockworkMod Recovery:
If you flash a custom kernel, it will likely have ClockworkMod Recovery included. Or if you are using stock Sony firmware, use the "CWM installer version 5" from this link to install CWM. Sometimes you will get a status 7 error when you try flashing a rom, it might mean you have to use a different version of ClockworkMod to flash that rom successfully.
First of all, thank you both!
Can I flash bootics.img in the Flashtool? The fma965's tutorial speaks about a "*.zip" file besides a "*.img" file.
Also, he says to use fastboot package that I have already used to unlock the bootloader.
EDIT: I need Busybox? What is it? I didn't get it.
Gianmark said:
First of all, thank you both!
Can I flash bootics.img in the Flashtool? The fma965's tutorial speaks about a "*.zip" file besides a "*.img" file.
Also, he says to use fastboot package that I have already used to unlock the bootloader.
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Flash boot.img in Flashtool/Fastboot as instructions above from jeff7424:good:Zip files are what you put on your sd card and flash with cwm recovery, these can be either roms, updates to roms,zip files to change appearance, performance tweaks, too many to mention.
So .img and .ftf files use in Flashtool/Fastboot and zip files use on SD card to flash with CWM recovery.
Not to complicate it too much sometimes the boot.img comes in a .zip file you need to extract this to use in flashtool/fastboot with winra/7z unzip programs
Edit; Busybox download it with Superuser app on your phone or download a app from store to update your busybox
What is it?http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/BusyBox
But I don't need busybox to flash kernel and ROM, right?
You can get busybox from Play Store, just search Busybox installer, install it, open the app and install busybox.
jeff7424 said:
You can get busybox from Play Store, just search Busybox installer, install it, open the app and install busybox.
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I didn't get if I need it to flash kernel and ROM.
Root your phone with zergrush, that will give you busybox too.
jeff7424 said:
Root your phone with zergrush, that will give you busybox too.
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http://puu.sh/1VV8Q
In that case, I've already installed it.
EDIT: What I have to click? http://puu.sh/1VVgK
"Select Kernel to flash"?
EDIT2: I don't need a custom firmware?
Yeah select kernel to flash. Nope you just need an unlocked bootloader.
I DID IT.
But I'm a bit disappointed because Crash Bandicoot disappered...
Thanks everyone, by the way.
For the future update, the phone will format again?
WARNING: Do not use SEUS to update or repair your phone since you have an unlocked bootloader, if not you'll brick your phone.
jeff7424 said:
WARNING: Do not use SEUS to update or repair your phone since you have an unlocked bootloader, if not you'll brick your phone.
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SEUS?
If you root your Xperia phone using Framaroot(Gandalf Exploit), and edit /system files, a random reboot occurs. We have to fix this by Remount-Reboot fix which was originally created by [NUT]. ADB version of this tool has already been shared here and here .
But it requires the use of PC to fully root your phone. I found a flashable version of the same tool and wanted to share with you guys
Download
http://nut.xperia-files.com/?dlid=cmVtb3VudHJlYm9vdGZpeA==
Instructions
1)Download framaroot apk
2)Open the app, select Gandalf exploit ("Install SuperSU" should be selected in the dropdown menu)
3)Keep trying until you get Success notification It will notify you to reboot your device
4)Reboot. SuperSU should be visible in your app drawer. If not, repeat the steps 1-4
5)If busybox is installed, fine and good. Or else the tool will install for you
6)Reboot into recovery and flash the zip file
7)Your phone is now fully rooted
You can test whether your phone is fully rooted by modifying any system app(Like you can rename a bloat app in /system/app) and the phone shouldn't reboot. If it reboots, then your phone isn't fully rooted.
Note: As soon as you have installed this rootfixer and you saw it replace the already installed busybox, remove any and all busybox installer apps you have, it will probably break the rootfixer if you update busybox using that app. The version this rootfixer installs is rock solid and is used by most if not every kernel dev working on Xperia line kernels.
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Credits
[NUT]
Will this work with Flash Gordon?
This message was brought to you from my Sony Xperia M C1905 using Tapatalk.
Number 6 - reboot into recovery and flash zip
Yeah if you have an unlocked bootloader and elixer kernel which is the only way to have recovery on this phone so far.
Alternatively flash Gordon should work but technically needs full root to flash it via that app
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dunc4n88 said:
Number 6 - reboot into recovery and flash zip
Yeah if you have an unlocked bootloader and elixer kernel which is the only way to have recovery on this phone so far.
Alternatively flash Gordon should work but technically needs full root to flash it via that app
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Yes, you will have to have CWM to flash this obviously. The main aim to create this thread is to enable the users to get full root when you dont have PC with you.
Currently, there are two kernels - ELixir and the 'stock kernel with cwm by alvinhochun'. You can create a flashable version of these kernels and use them, So you dont have to depend on PC to get full root.
The reason why it reboots if you edit system files its because the phone is half rooted if you use Framaroot(Gandalf Exploit) you have to full root it and if you full root it you don't need to flash this
OP dont get me wrong but for now cwm is for only UBL....
in UBL reboot fix is not needed...UBL can mount systems...and can edit them without any issue
in locked BL u cant flash anything...so y did u created this/?
and framaroot wont work on dual sim..
My knox was not tripped.
Highly recommend to have a odin firmware!
Tested on 5.1.1
Recommend to update to PB2, BACK UP BACK UP BACK UP may delete everything.
http://www.mediafire.com/download/kuvw79x83zrdpc9/N920AUCU2APB2_User_Binary.zip
A not much has been said in the thread, yes after Odin flashing the ENG kernel for our device and flashing a root script we can use rooted apps. @metalcated*posted a script that does push SuperSU into system/. This was originally posted in the AT&T GS6 forum. It's a potentially complicated process and if your phone shuts off, battery dies or you hard reboot you will be stuck in a bootloop, hotbooting works fine for Xposed. Will this method be practical for everyone probably not, but considering we were told the device was unrootable........
Read thru his thread, then read it again, seriously do this. And if you still want to try, backup everything you can just in case you need to reflash via Odin to recover from a bootloop. Here were my steps.
1. Yes this needs to be flashed before the process begins, the script wont run with the stock kernel.*
Here's a link to the eng kernel. Download and extract. Yes flash via ODIN, add the kernel file to the AP slot.*
http://www.mediafire.com/?2i5aeu6pr0ms7io
2. The only file I downloaded and used was this one:
http://www.mediafire.com/?m0b639pfnavjmha
(G920a5.1.1.root.metalcated-v4.zip)
3.Save it and extract it on your PC
4. Verify Samsung drivers and adb are installed
5.***ENABLE USB DEBUGGING*** this is an important step.*
6. Plug device into PC open file and run root script. It'll prompt you to press enter a couple of times and reboot the phone. Just follow the on-screen instructions.
7. After it reboots you have root access.
Root apps that work for me: Titanium backup/root explorer/build.prop editor/no frills.
I was able to delete all Knox apps and debloat the heck of the stock ROM. At no point did my device freeze, reboot on its own.
Let's work on bootloader unlock so we can flash custom rom, kernel and recoverys.
Thanks to Michael3214 for finding the method.
Thanks to Metalcateds for scripts.
Has anyone tried to push a script to make SELinux permissive on boot? We might be able to unteather the root.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...ipt-permissive-selinux-stock-kernels-t2854364
KillKount said:
Has anyone tried to push a script to make SELinux permissive on boot? We might be able to unteather the root.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...ipt-permissive-selinux-stock-kernels-t2854364
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I have tried this with no luck. It seams to be something in the kernel that's preventing untethered reboots so far. We can use this root to unlock bootloader with someone who is good enough.
TechNyne66 said:
I have tried this with no luck. It seams to be something in the kernel that's preventing untethered reboots so far. We can use this root to unlock bootloader with someone who is good enough.
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There are some people looking into this but haven't had much luck as of yet. It also requires a lot of time which I haven't had much of lately. Hope someone else can jump in here as well. [emoji6]
metalcated said:
There are some people looking into this but haven't had much luck as of yet. It also requires a lot of time which I haven't had much of lately. Hope someone else can jump in here as well. [emoji6]
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Im not sure where to start. If you want to point me in the right direction i could posably help. Flashify does write recovery and kernel just gets blocked by bootloader.
do we have a xposed we can use?
TechNyne66 said:
Im not sure where to start. If you want to point me in the right direction i could posably help. Flashify does write recovery and kernel just gets blocked by bootloader.
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There is an eng BL out there which allows flashing a recovery img but the signature checks fail so that doesn't work anyhow. Your welcome to try it. I can send you a link for it.
does anyone know whee to get the stock kernel?
This is confirmed working. I rooted, debloated, and unrooted and can now reboot with no worries and no bloat.
bmatney said:
This is confirmed working. I rooted, debloated, and unrooted and can now reboot with no worries and no bloat.
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how did you unoot?
blane3298 said:
how did you unoot?
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One of the last options in the settings of supersu is to fully unroot.
do you know if we can unroot and flash the stock kernel and be good to go? My phone was laggy with the eng kernel
metalcated said:
There is an eng BL out there which allows flashing a recovery img but the signature checks fail so that doesn't work anyhow. Your welcome to try it. I can send you a link for it.
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I would be willing to try bootloader if it will work on OGG firmware.
Has anyone tried this on PB2 ?
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dpwguenther said:
Has anyone tried this on PB2 ?
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Yes the kernel required to root other builds is the PB2 ENG
Can I use this on my s6 active? Thanks in advance.
blane3298 said:
do you know if we can unroot and flash the stock kernel and be good to go? My phone was laggy with the eng kernel
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I performed the root. At the beginning yes it was laggy but i went ahead download (NO-frills CPU) base level has been 1.2GHZ max 1.5GHZ. Power-save mode ON and ZENUI launcher. AND my friends have been happy every since. NO lag at all.
TechNyne66 said:
My knox was not tripped.
Highly recommend to have a odin firmware!
Tested on 5.1.1
A not much has been said in the thread, yes after Odin flashing the ENG kernel for our device and flashing a root script we can use rooted apps. @metalcated*posted a script that does push SuperSU into system/. This was originally posted in the atat GS6 forum. It's a potentially complicated process and if your phone shuts off, battery dies or you hard reboot you will be stuck in a bootloop, hotbooting works fine for Xposed. Will this method be practical for everyone probably not, but considering we were told the device was unrootable........
Read thru his thread, then read it again, seriously do this. And if you still want to try, backup everything you can just in case you need to reflash via Odin to recover from a bootloop. Here were my steps.
1. Yes this needs to be flashed before the process begins, the script wont run with the stock kernel.*
Here's a link to the eng kernel. Download and extract. Yes flash via ODIN, add the kernel file to the AP slot.*
Link 1 https://mega.nz/#!lZhwxB4Q!pdBsM51Do...d4l8ANPqTKVc9E
Link 2 http://www.mediafire.com/?2i5aeu6pr0ms7io
2.Metalcateds thread is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-...-snag-t3334546
3. The only file I downloaded and used was this one:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911977129
(G920a5.1.1.root.metalcated-v4.zip)
4.Save it and extract it on your PC
5. Verify Samsung drivers and adb are installed
6.***ENABLE USB DEBUGGING*** this is an important step.*
7. Plug device into PC open file and run root script. It'll prompt you to press enter a couple of times and reboot the phone. Just follow the on-screen instructions.*
8. After it reboots you have root access.*
Root apps that work for me: Titanium backup/root explorer/build.prop editor/no frills.
I was able to delete all Knox apps and debloat the heck of the stock ROM. At no point did my device freeze, reboot on its own.
Let's work on bootloader unlock so we can flash custom rom, kernel and recoverys.
Thanks to Michael3214 for finding the method.
Thanks to Metalcateds for scripts.
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Fix your links.
First, link 1. goes to an encrypted file on Mega.
Second this link https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911977129 doesn't link to the Root script but links out to metalcated's debloated system image for the S6.
Edit: Well that was quick to brick my phone haha. Script finished, phone rebooted to AT&T logo, script failed and now its soft bricked XD haha.
Guess it's time to ODIN.
TechNyne66 said:
My knox was not tripped.
Highly recommend to have a odin firmware!
Tested on 5.1.1
A not much has been said in the thread, yes after Odin flashing the ENG kernel for our device and flashing a root script we can use rooted apps. @metalcated*posted a script that does push SuperSU into system/. This was originally posted in the atat GS6 forum. It's a potentially complicated process and if your phone shuts off, battery dies or you hard reboot you will be stuck in a bootloop, hotbooting works fine for Xposed. Will this method be practical for everyone probably not, but considering we were told the device was unrootable........
Read thru his thread, then read it again, seriously do this. And if you still want to try, backup everything you can just in case you need to reflash via Odin to recover from a bootloop. Here were my steps.
1. Yes this needs to be flashed before the process begins, the script wont run with the stock kernel.*
Here's a link to the eng kernel. Download and extract. Yes flash via ODIN, add the kernel file to the AP slot.*
Link 1 https://mega.nz/#!lZhwxB4Q!pdBsM51Do...d4l8ANPqTKVc9E
Link 2 http://www.mediafire.com/?2i5aeu6pr0ms7io
2.Metalcateds thread is here:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-...-snag-t3334546
3. The only file I downloaded and used was this one:
https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911977129
(G920a5.1.1.root.metalcated-v4.zip)
4.Save it and extract it on your PC
5. Verify Samsung drivers and adb are installed
6.***ENABLE USB DEBUGGING*** this is an important step.*
7. Plug device into PC open file and run root script. It'll prompt you to press enter a couple of times and reboot the phone. Just follow the on-screen instructions.*
8. After it reboots you have root access.*
Root apps that work for me: Titanium backup/root explorer/build.prop editor/no frills.
I was able to delete all Knox apps and debloat the heck of the stock ROM. At no point did my device freeze, reboot on its own.
Let's work on bootloader unlock so we can flash custom rom, kernel and recoverys.
Thanks to Michael3214 for finding the method.
Thanks to Metalcateds for scripts.
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i believe THIS >>> https://mega.nz/#!lZhwxB4Q!pdBsM51DoMOvgaQ4j4saZKRCezTWFd4l8ANPqTKVc9E <<< was the link you where looking for for the ENG. Kernel..... N920A.7z i have the root script also downloaded
i will post all in an index file with a site to follow
JeSTeRH4CK3D said:
i believe THIS >>> https://mega.nz/#!lZhwxB4Q!pdBsM51DoMOvgaQ4j4saZKRCezTWFd4l8ANPqTKVc9E <<< was the link you where looking for for the ENG. Kernel..... N920A.7z i have the root script also downloaded
i will post all in an index file with a site to follow
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Will fix in a bit just making my family dinner.