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[VZW/SPRINT/GSM][Guide] Ultimate Galaxy Nexus Guide (Unlock/Root/Flash Roms/FAQ)

Post One: Unlocking and Rooting
Post Two: Installing Roms / Kernels / Tweaks
Post Three: Panic Section / FAQ / Miscellaneous
Unlocking The Bootloader And Obtaining Root
*This part of the tutorial is geared towards Windows users. I have a windows machine and will post instructions only on methods I personally have tested. This guide will assist other users. Once we unlock and root your device: this guide will be relevant to everyone.*
Time required:
20-40 minutes.
Setting up ADB for our device:
Download the AndroidSDK onto your computer.
Note: Google changes their mind every other week as to if this will be distributed as a .zip or an .exe. If you get an .zip file, simply extract the contents to your C:\ drive. For an .exe install it like you would any other program, but set the path directly to the C:\ drive when the installer asks.
Or...you can use this page to download the "ADB for Dummies AIO App."
This will automatically install ADB for you to your C:\ directory. It's very very simple this way.
If your platform-tools folder doesn't have a fastboot.exe, place this fastboot.exe file in your C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools (or possibly simply called tools, if you set up ADB ages ago) folder.
Now you have ADB installed! Congratulations.
Unlocking the Bootloader:
***NOTE***
This will perform a factory reset on your device. You'll lose all applications. You'll lose everything. Even the data on your SD Card! Backup your SD to your computer BEFORE performing this. There is a method for backing your applications up, detailed HERE.
Get the drivers:
Uninstall any previously attempted drivers if they don't work and move to the next.
Samsung's website has a download here under "Manuals & Downloads > Software."
Option Two: Navigate to the "Device Manager" (Control Panel > Device Manager) in Windows and Select the android device. Open the properties and select the "Install Driver" option. Pick the driver with "Install from disk." Ignore any warnings about the driver not being signed properly.
PDAnet's drivers may work if the above options don't. Simply install PDAnet (after uninstalling any previous attempted driver installations) to get the drivers.
While that is downloading, on your Galaxy Nexus: turn USB debugging on.
This can be found in Settings>Developer Options>USB Debugging
Once the drivers are installed, navigate to the C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools folder on your computer.
Hold shift and right click. Select "Open Command Window Here."
On your phone: turn USB Debugging On. This can be found in Settings>Developer Settings.
Plug your phone into the computer. Now in this command window type:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
(Hit Enter)
Your phone should now boot into a screen with a green android with his chest exposed.
Type this:
Code:
fastboot oem unlock
(Hit Enter)
If your Command Prompt displays the message "waiting for device" your driver wasn't successfully installed.
Close the Command Prompt window and open Device manager while your phone is still plugged in. (Search for it using the search option).
Right Click the "Android" option and select Update Driver. Choose to "Browse My Computer" and "Let Me Pick From A List." Pick the Samsung driver with the newest date and install it. Now retry the code above.
Your phone will ask if you want to unlock it. Select "Yes" by using the volume keys and use power to select it.
Now, navigate to "Recovery Mode" with the volume keys. Use power to select.
A screen with another Android will pop up. Press Volume Up and Power at the same time.
Select Factory Reset. This process may take a few minutes. Be patient and let it work.
Once finished, select "Reboot."
Your phone is now unlocked!
Obtaining Root Access and Custom Recovery:
Turn on USB Debugging in Settings>Developer Options>USB Debugging.
Download the following:
SuperSU (CWM .zip)
CWM (Pick the version for your device [GSM/SPRINT/VERIZON])
Place the recovery-clockwork-VERSIONNUMBER-toro.img (or the recovery-clockwork-VERSIONNUMBER-toroplus.img if you're a Sprint user. Or the recovery-clockwork-VERSIONNUMBER-maguro.img if you're a GSM user) file into your C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools folder.
Put the SuperSU.zip on your phone.
Open another Command Prompt if it isn't still open. (Navigate to C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools and shift + right click. Select "Open Command Window Here.")
With your phone plugged in type:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
(Hit Enter)
And wait for your phone to boot into the android again.
Now type:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery IMAGENAME.img
(Change the file name to the correct file name and Hit Enter)
Once that is finished: select the "Recovery Mode" option again on your phone.
You should get a new recovery menu here. Select "install zip from sd card" and "choose zip from sd card."
Find the SuperSU.zip that you transferred earlier and select "Yes" to installing.
Navigate back to "Reboot" and reboot your phone.
You're now rooted!
However, ClockworkMod Recovery won't continue to load after this.
To fix this, find "Rom Manager" from the market. (The free version is fine.) Use the "Flash ClockworkMod Recovery" option.
If your recovery still doesn't stick around after a reboot, you have another couple options. Find a file explorer that allows root access, such as Root Explorer. Use this program to rename /system/etc/install-recovery.sh to /system/etc/install-recovery.bak. You'll need to mount the system as r/w to do this. Root Explorer provides a button at the top to do so.
Or, you can do this completely manually by firing up ADB again and running a few commands:
Code:
adb shell
(Hit Enter)
Code:
su
(Hit Enter)
Code:
mount -o remount,rw -t ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p1 /system
(Hit Enter)
Code:
mv /system/etc/install-recovery.sh /system/etc/install-recovery.bak
(Hit Enter)
Congratulations!
Your phone is now unlocked, rooted, and has a custom recovery!
Continue reading the next posts for info on getting custom roms, kernels, tweaks, and more!
***I take no responsibility for what happens to your phone due to following this guide! That being said, not only am I sure you'll be fine...but there are an endless amount of users who would be glad to help if you need it.***
Thanks:
Google, for making Android a reality.
VanillaTbone, for the ADB AIO app.
Droid-Life, for a previous guide that I used as an outline while writing this one.
Efrant, for posting about a bootloader locking utility without USB.
ClockworkMod team, for being a part of making our phones as awesome as they are.
The assorted developers, who continue to push out amazing material for us to use.
The awesome community, for endlessly supporting both Android itself and its users.

Installing Custom Roms Kernels and Tweaks
All of the instructions below require your bootloader to be unlocked. Please follow the guide above and return here when you're done.
Backing Your Files Up:
Time required:
15-25 minutes.
Making a Nandroid
The first thing you're going to want to do is back up your phone's entire system. This is done by making a "nandroid."
To do this, boot into ClockworkMod Recovery. To accomplish this: Turn your phone off. Once it is completely off: hold both volume buttons and the power button until the Android with his chest exposed is displayed. Navigate to the "Recovery Mode" option and select "backup."
This will take some time. Be patient and let it finish. This process is important! You should always have a recent nandroid available on your device.
Backing Your Applications Up
Install Titanium Backup from the market.
Open Titanium Backup. A Superuser request should pop up. Allow it. Note: if Titanium Backup then says it failed to obtain root access; press the menu button and select more>reload application.
Press menu>batch. Select "Backup all User Apps." Select all and "Run the Batch Operation."
Let the process complete. This may take quite some time: depending on how many applications you have installed.
You can now backup your Text Messages, Bookmarks, and WiFi addresses with Titanium Backup as well.
Press Menu>Backup Data To XML to do so.
Backing Your Contacts Up
Note: This process may or not be useful to you. The Google servers should automatically import any contacts you have stored back whenever you install a new rom. Also note that Facebook/Google+/etc contacts will need to be synced again through their respective applications.
Open the Contacts application.
Press the Menu button.
Select import/export.
Export to storage.
Installing A Rom (Or Kernel/Radios/Tweaks/Themes/etc.)
Time Required:
5-10 minutes.
Note:
Follow the guide above about backing your phone up before attempting!
This guide will also work for flashing kernels/radios/themes/tweaks/etc. Simply ignore the part about wiping data and wipe whatever the thread says you should. You only need to restore data after a rom install.
Find a Rom You'd Like To Try:
Verizon Galaxy Nexus
Sprint Galaxy Nexus
GSM Galaxy Nexus
Download the rom you'd like to try on your device.
Most roms also require you to install "gapps" as well.
You can find the correct ones for the rom you're using in the rom thread.
Make sure the Rom and Gapps are on your SD card.
Now, open Google Wallet (if you have it installed) and press Options>Settings>Reset Google Wallet. This will prevent the "Secure Element" errors some users have experienced.
Boot into ClockworkMod Recovery by turning your device completely off. Hold volume up, volume down, and power until the green Android with the open chest is displayed. Navigate to "Recovery Mode" with the volume buttons and select using the power button.
Remember to have a recent nandroid before continuing!
Navigate to "wipe data/factory reset" and select it. Select "yes."
Wait for the process to complete. This may take some time. Be patient!
Once complete: Navigate to "Install Zip from SD card" and "Choose zip from SD card."
Find the rom's .zip and install it. Once that completes install any applicable gapps' .zip.
Select the "Reboot" option.
Congratulations! Your phone should now boot into the custom rom!
Follow the prompts to re-activate your phone.
Restoring Your Applications / Contacts / Nandroid
Time Required:
5-15 minutes.
Restoring Your Applicaions
Install Titanium Backup. Note: you may want the pro key. If you have it, you won't have to manually click "install" on each application. The process is completely automated. Open Titanium Backup (grant root access. If titanium says it failed to obtain root access, press menu>more>reload application). Press menu>batch>restore missing apps with data. Now, here you have a choice to make. Do you want a completely clean install? Select "app only" and run the batch operation (Deselect Google Wallet first. We don't want to risk restoring wallet in any way. Install it manually through the Play Store.). Do you want all of your application data (saved games/settings/etc)? Select "app+data" and run the batch operation (Deselect Google Wallet first. We don't want to risk restoring wallet in any way. Install it manually through the Play Store.). This MAY cause you problems or it may not. Personally, I often restore application data and seldom run into any trouble. If you do find that restoring data caused problems, follow the guide above to re-install your rom and restore without data. This process will take some time. Be patient (I'd suggest turning your screen off so the screen doesn't burn, but that's just me.) It will vibrate upon completion.
You can now restore your Text Messages, Bookmarks, and WiFi addresses if you backed them up by pressing Menu>Restore Data From XML.
Note:
Overclocking/CPU tweaking applications should never be restored with data. Simply deselect it from the list.
Facebook/Haxsync/Google+ may have problems restoring your contacts when installed through Titanium Backup. Simply uninstall and reinstall through the market (and be sure to log in and select to sync your contacts again).
Also, if you have NFC Task Launcher successfully launching Tasker tasks with your stickers: they may not immediately work.
Through my testing, it's as simple to fix as uninstalling NFC Task Launcher and Tasker. Restore Tasker first. Then restore NFC task launcher.
Restoring Your Contacts
If google fails to restore your contacts (not facebook/haxsync/google+/etc) you may import them manually if you backed them up.
Open the contacts application and press menu>import/export>import from storage.
Restoring A Nandroid
If your phone is acting funny or won't boot...restore a nandroid from a previous rom or working set-up.
You may also use a Nandroid to switch back to a previous rom if you decide you don't like the one you're on.
Do this by booting into ClockworkMod Recovery (hold volume up, volume down, and power while your phone is off and navigate to "Recovery Mode").
Simply select "restore" and find the most recent (or relevant) backup.
This process will take some time. Be patient and let it complete! Once done, select "Reboot."
Note:
Nandroids are stored in the "clockworkmod" folder on your SD card. They take up quite a bit of space. ALWAYS have at least one recent one on your SD card. However, since these are huge files: you may like to delete old ones to save space. You must delete backups by booting into CWM and navigating to Backup and Restore>Delete.
Important Notes About Restoration
I outline the method of using Titanium Backup above for a reason. Restoring system applications and data is the most common cause of problems on custom roms. For this reason, always ONLY restore "missing applications" from "user applications" that were backed up when restoring onto a new rom. Every time you restore system data or applications a narwhal sodomizes your favorite childhood cartoon. This is FACT.
Installing Alternate Custom Recoveries
If you find a custom recovery (such as the touch-recovery options) that came as a .img file:
Use these instructions to flash. Plug your phone into the computer. Open up ADB. Move the .img to the C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools folder.
Type the following:
Code:
adb reboot bootloader
(Hit Enter)
You can also manually boot to the bootloader by powering off and holding volume down, volume up, power buttons until the green Android with his chest exposed is displayed.
Then type:
Code:
fastboot flash recovery FILENAME.img
(Replace the file name with whatever the .img is called and Hit Enter).
Wait for the process to complete and reboot.
***I take no responsibility for what happens to your phone due to following this guide! That being said, not only am I sure you'll be fine...but there are an endless amount of users who would be glad to help if you need it.***

Panic Section! (Something is Wrong)
Q: My phone won't boot!
A: The easiest option is to get into recovery and restore a nandroid using the above guide (pull battery to put phone in an off-state if needed).
However, more advanced options are available if you don't have a nandroid available (You're naughty).
Do you have another rom .zip available on your SD card? If so, simply use the above guide for installing a rom to get you booting again.
If not, you can download one on your PC. Boot into fastboot (the green Android with open chest menu). Navigate to recovery and select it with the power button.
Move the .zip to the C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools folder.
Open ADB.
Change the NAMEOFZIP.zip below to the correct file name...and perform the action.
Code:
adb push NAMEOFZIP.zip /sdcard/NAMEOFZIP.zip
(Hit enter)
You may have to reboot recovery to get the file to show up. Now follow the guide above for flashing a rom to get you booting again.
Did you install a tweak that modified only a file or two on your phone? (Find this out by opening the .zip and looking in the folders (ignore META-INF). Good news! We MAY be able to recover you completely. If this doesn't work...you'll have to follow another method.
Get your phone into fastboot (the boot-menu that allows you to select recovery/reboot/etc). Navigate to recovery and select it. Start up ADB. Pull the files that were modified out of the stock rom's .zip (using whatever tweak you were installing as reference to find what was changed) that you're on into the C:\android-sdk-windows\platform-tools folder. Now we're going to push these files onto your phone...replacing the tweaked ones and hopefully getting you booted again. Use this code, but change the values of the file name and where it should reside. This is only an example!
Code:
adb shell
(Hit Enter)
Code:
su
(Hit Enter)
Code:
mount -o remount,rw -t ext4 /dev/block/mmcblk0p1 /system
(Hit Enter)
This will mount your system so you can write to it.
Code:
exit
(Hit Enter)
This should exit shell and allow the use of adb commands again. You may need to type it a couple of times (until the #_ changes back to the platform_tools> prompt).
Code:
adb push framework-res.apk /system/framework/framework-res.apk
(Press enter after each file that you need to replace).
Note: This last option probably won't work. I'd just skip over it unless you're absolutely adamant about restoring your current setup and want to try everything possible.
Q: I want my SDcard files from my phone...but I'm in a situation where I need to flash stock images! This will erase my SD content. What can I do to save it?
A: Do you have a custom recovery installed? If not, download a custom recovery from post one in this guide and flash it using those instructions. You'll need to be in a custom recovery in order to obtain ADB access without booting your phone. Boot into recovery (With phone turned off: hold Power and Volume+ and Volume- until the bootloader pops up and navigate to "Recovery"). Run the command:
Code:
adb pull /sdcard/ /SDCARD/
(Hit Enter)
This will put all of your files into a folder called "SDCARD" in your C:\ drive. Keep in mind that this will take a LONG time. Maybe a couple of hours.
To restore once you're booting again:
Move the "SDCARD" folder you created from your C:\ drive to the platform-tools folder. Then input:
Code:
adb push SDCARD /sdcard/
(Hit Enter)
Q: How do I make an "ADB Backup?"
A: An ADB Backup will backup your phones data (applications and their settings). Follow the guide HERE about ADB Backups.
Q: My phone gets really sluggish and often turns off or reboots on its own.
A: Without knowing anything about your situation...I'd say you either have severely bad data somewhere or some bad kernel tweaks. Use the rom install guide above, paying close attention to the part about backing up and restoring if you haven't already. In the case of a kernel problem, you're likely undervolting too low. Restore the stock kernel values and see if your problems subside.
Q: My phone screen won't turn on! This requires a battery pull to fix.
A: This is called a "Black Screen of Death" or BSOD. This is generally due to using a governor such as InteractiveX or HotplugX or possibly undervolting your device too low. Change governors or up your slots a bit.
Q: My phone is doing really weird things. Regardless of kernel/rom and even if I don't restore any data at all! Either that or I simply cannot boot up! My phone is possessed no matter what I do!
A: Razorloves has made a wonderful guide on restoring your Verizon phone back to stock. You can find it Here.
Shabbypenguin made an ODIN guide for Sprint users located Here.
Evostance made one for the GSM users, found Here.
Verizon/GSM images can always be found Here in the case that the above guides aren't updated.
Change the file names in the above guides, and you'll be good to go. *At the time of writing: Sprint images not available directly from Google.*
Q: My USB port is broken. How can I return to stock and re-lock my bootloader?
Follow the instructions in THIS post.
FAQ
Roms/Kernels
Q: What is the best rom?
A: The "best" rom is a matter of opinion. Do you like a certain customization and can't live without it? Use a rom that has that option.
Q: What is the best rom for battery life?
A: Roms themselves really shouldn't impact your battery all that much. They can have an impact, but if you're really looking for better battery I'd suggest swapping kernels or tweaking yours.
Q: What is the best rom for stability?
A: All of the roms out are "stable." They may have options that don't work correctly, but generally: this is user error. If you follow my advice on installing a rom, you'll end up with MUCH fewer bugs.
Q: What is the best kernel?
A: The best kernel is a matter of opinion. Some users may love one, while others swear by another. Find one you like and tweak it accordingly.
Q: How do I tweak a kernel for better battery?
A: Generally, you'll want to either change your governor and or undervolt and or underclock your kernel. This is done either by using SetCPU or similar apps, or with an option in your rom (usually labeled "performance" or something similar). Take note: extremely high/low voltages may cause instability. Never "set at boot" until you've thoroughly tested the options you've set. Testing includes low strain (like turning your screen off for an hour) and high strain (like playing a game for an hour) scenarios. To be extra safe: run the values for a couple days before setting them at boot. Follow the users ideas in the kernel's threads for some guidelines. However, remember that not all values will play nicely with all phones.
Miscellaneous
Q: Why does my phone perform so bad on benchmarking tests?
A: This depends on what you define as "bad." Does your phone feel fine? Ignore it. If your phone is really sluggish...you're running bad kernel settings or have bad data somewhere. That being said: our phones aren't going to be FANTASTIC with these benchmark tests. Sorry, but they aren't. We have a huge screen. And huge pixel density. And our GPU isn't the greatest of greats. This isn't bashing on the nexus at all. I'd rather have a phone that performs in every day use than a phone that gets a "FANTASTIC" benchmark but feels groggy when I perform simple tasks.
Q: How can Verizon users get Google Wallet?
A: Scan this with Google Goggles. Open the link with the Play Store.
Q: Why isn't Google Wallet working at [store]?
A: I'm not sure if it's a Google Wallet problem, or a problem with the terminal. But I personally struggle to find a terminal that consistently works in my area. Something that has generally worked for me is to open wallet and go to Options>Reset Google Wallet. You must then re-add any cards you had.
Q: Does my ass look good in these shorts?
A: Yes.
Neat Ideas / How to Show Off the Galaxy Nexus
-Get some NFC stickers. Tagstand has them available.
You can use these to make your phone perform certain tasks when you touch the sticker. Use NFC Task Launcher to define the tasks. These are capable of doing simple things like muting your volume to the more complex like turning on Tasker tasks that do things like auto-reply to text messages while you're at work.
-Do you have any suggestions? Submit them below!
***I take no responsibility for what happens to your phone due to following this guide! That being said, not only am I sure you'll be fine...but there are an endless amount of users who would be glad to help if you need it.***

Thanks for the great guide!
I have a few questions. What are kernels? What do they do? Can I have a bad kernel and ROM combination? I'm currently using AOKP build 27. What are some good kernels you would suggest? Should I save my current kernel? How would I go back to my current kernel?
Are BAMF and CM9 only for the CDMA GNex? They both say Toro and isn't that the CDMA version and Maguro is the GSM?

Tks man it was easy and smooth, now i´m rooted rocking cm9 on my Galaxy Nexus!!

3bs11 said:
Thanks for the great guide!
I have a few questions. What are kernels? What do they do? Can I have a bad kernel and ROM combination? I'm currently using AOKP build 27. What are some good kernels you would suggest? Should I save my current kernel? How would I go back to my current kernel?
Are BAMF and CM9 only for the CDMA GNex? They both say Toro and isn't that the CDMA version and Maguro is the GSM?
Click to expand...
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Kernels are the base of your phone.
They are the "engine" as far as software is concerned.
Bad Kernel/Rom combinations...kind of.
Some features may be removed from kernels. Like the ability to use the color control built into CM9. But generally, no. Other than hard-linked features built for the rom and supported by the kernel, no. I've yet to find any other than the CM9 reference I made.
Going back is as simple as re-flashing your kernel.
Remember: turn of any CPU changing apps like SetCPU or Rom-specific "performance" features before switching. You can then re-evaluate your settings.
Bamf is toro only still, I believe.
http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?device=maguro
Maguro cm9 (gsm).
Oh...
And bump for ze sake of easy access.
Wish I could get this stickied <_<

agreed this should be stickied...an a read this 20 times should be applied before posts can be made.....Oh and thanks for this it will be a one stop shop as it progress's.....

Awesome guide. Needs to be stickied. Also, I agree, my ass does look good in these shorts...
Sent from my GSM Galaxy Nexus using XDA Premium

beans_p_ said:
Awesome guide. Needs to be stickied. Also, I agree, my ass does look good in these shorts...
Sent from my GSM Galaxy Nexus using XDA Premium
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Le' bump.

Huge props, this is fantastically written and very in depth. If I had never flashed before this would be brilliant. Thank you for your work mate excellent job
J
Sent from my Galaxy Nexus - AOKP M4 - Franco M1

Thanks sir!
Another bump.
And I'll continue to do this until this is stickied.
It's straight stupid to not even have ONE stickied thread about the basics...

Can't describe how fantastic this guide is; it should be stickied in both the general and the development section.
If it isn't too much trouble, it would be awesome if you could put the steps to renaming the recovery.sh so the clockwork mod sticks and perhaps to reverse it (if I remember this right).

SovereigN7 said:
Can't describe how fantastic this guide is; it should be stickied in both the general and the development section.
If it isn't too much trouble, it would be awesome if you could put the steps to renaming the recovery.sh so the clockwork mod sticks and perhaps to reverse it (if I remember this right).
Click to expand...
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Actually, I would include that...
But flashing recovery through rom manager works as well.
And I'd rather keep it noob-friendly.
I follow a forum where they said to rename that...and there are like 15 pages of people asking the same questions as to why terminal/adb aren't working.

Fixed wording of "shift" showing as "****" lol.
And...le bump.

@Jubakuba You might want to add the link for the recovery image for maguro as well. Your instructions only have toro in there! Beginners may get stuck on that.

ankushkatari said:
@Jubakuba You might want to add the link for the recovery image for maguro as well. Your instructions only have toro in there! Beginners may get stuck on that.
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Look again, it's there.
Thanks though!
Edit:
Upon checking to make sure I wasn't wrong...
The link should have appeared next to the CDMA for simplicity.
So I updated.
This was initially a RootzWiki CDMA forum post...
Had to be edited for here a bit...and the merged CDMA/GSM forum here makes it a bit hard.
Thanks!

Awesome job on this Jubakuba, thank you for sharing it. Stickied it is.
(You can quit bumping it now )

xHausx said:
Awesome job on this Jubakuba, thank you for sharing it. Stickied it is.
(You can quit bumping it now )
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Lol, sorry
And thanks!

thanks, I had no clue about tags, wish they worked with phone off.

That is a very good guide by the way. Wish I had that when I did my phone but I had a great guy help me out. So I was lucky. Thanks for this!

RECOVERY ROOTEO and quick and easy!

Well after doing a tutorial pretty easy to understand for the Htc evo 3d, and after my one x rootear achieved, we will develop a very easy to understand tutorial with the necessary files to do so. I guess after the working day I'll get to work. I just ask a little patience. Embrace them all and continue to help in this glorious community.
Well what is debt prmetido so here I leave as rootear in simple steps your one x.
We have installed HTC sync.
For starters you have to make the release of the bootloader:
[COLOR=STEP 1[/COLOR]: Using HTCDev (http://htcdev.com/) on that page choose unlock boot loader, then we choose the device and select the last option (other). Then everything is simple and we will guide you to secure the release of bootloader. So far we have done the most complex, remember that throughout this process have made the folder called Android you should follow the path of the disk c, I've put in program files (this folder with the corresponding three files and the compressed my deputy in this tutorial under the name android).
[COLOR=STEP 2[/COLOR]: Open the folder repeat android that must be placed on disk c running as a result: computer / c / android. In this folder at this time put a file named: "r1-MoDaCo-recovery-clockwork-touch-endeavoru" (I'll attach the end so they can download as zip but must extract the file and put in the folder, repeat do not put the android zip but its content.)
[COLOR=STEP 3[/COLOR]: Now we should just turn off the phone and while the volume is kept down, enter it and click on bootloader on fastboot, which must be red, USB cable now connect our next one x fastboot also should appear in red USB. Open the system and put CMD cd \ android, android will thus \ after the bar we must copy the following "fastboot flash recovery-MoDaCo r1-recovery-clockwork-touch-endeavoru.img" without quotes and we enter. Our phone already has the recovery but now we must make the root
STEP 4: Within one x sd of our going to put a file attached to them also and that we should run from the recovery and is called "CWN-SuperSU-v0.87". Then turn off the switch on again the phone down with volume and power, the option selected this recovery and power to enter recovery and drive to install zip from sd card, power and will give you another option choose sd card and power. Here you see a series of folders must remember that we have the arhivo in question, remember? good as you remember them "CWN-SuperSU-v0.87", I have created a folder called android rom and then put all the files that run for recovery, only a recommendation, we must select the file and run it through Power. Once installed we have concluded and we have our terminal ROOTEADO AND RECOVERY.
A big thanks to the people of MoDaCo (http://android.modaco.com/topic/3530...tock-download/), I have simply tried to get a simple explanation and understandable even for a beginner like me!
Enjoy it, I've tried the roms Leedroid and revolution and everything is perfect, I am left with the revolution of performance.
Hug to everyone and ask them to stop criticism and doubts to polish them.
Attachments

I think you beleive that biggest text size can also help somebody

I don't think it's a good idea to attach Paul's recovery here because he's getting good traffic from XDA from Root and Recovery thread but if you attach it I think it will drop.

Also this recovery is now obsolete...

OK, but?
You could tell me an easier way. I tried Tadas roms and have not had any problems. I'd love to detail an easy and effective way. Thank you!

There are already a couple of tutorials on doing this in this form.
So, thread closed

Guid for Noobs to root and rom

This is a guide for noobs
First things first, ask yourself am I using a T-Mobile Note II SGH-t889?
If you are not, stop now.
Now if your phone blows up, fires nuclear missiles, activates sky net, or becomes a nice pretty paperweight, I am not responsible. You are using this guide at your own risk.
That being said I have provided the exact methods I used to do this on me device and it works perfectly.
OK let’s begin.
First plug your phone into your computer.
-If you are getting an error message about a connection you must have windows xp SP3 or higher (vista, windows 7)
-you must also have the Samsung mobile phone drivers available here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=961956
-you must also have windows media player 11 available on the Microsoft website.
Now that you have all this you should be able to explore the files on your phone, it will be under mobile devices.
Now on your desktop let’s make a new folder called System Folder, and in that Folder make two folders, one called ROM and one called KERNEL.
Now back on the desktop let’s make another folder called ODIN
SYSTEM FOLDER
-ROM
-KERNEL
ODIN
Let’s go over to the T-mobile note II XDA forum page http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=1877
Now we’re going to go to the section called ORIGINAL ANDROID DEVELOPMENT
Download the KERNEL "peruses". http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1960935
Download the one that says Perseus-alpha27.4-T889-CWM.zip (though the version number may change)
Put that file in the KERNEL folder (DO NOT UNZIP IT)
Download cwm6-recovery-n7100-121014.tar : http://www.mediafire.com/?mouxvj4og7azcow CWM md5: 67208cd19e82478af8591a83ca0a39b2 (the md5 is used to check your download, make sure you have no errors)
Put this file in the ODIN folder
Download CWM SUPERSU installable ZIP: http://www.mediafire.com/?w3i20sr6r58r8ah (put this in System Folder, DO NOT UNZIP)
SU md5 : 010b98d757544d7b2971574951c1d5e6
Download PC Odin: http://d-h.st/6Er put this into the Odin folder and unzip this one
Download Xquizit rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1960950
Download the xquizit rom kitchen too.
Put these in the ROM folder, (DO NOT UNZIP)
This rom is straight forward, once you get the hang of flashing try other ROMs.
Now copy the System Folder to your phones external SD card.
Now open Odin and select the pda button and select the cwm6-recovery-n7100-121014.tar file in the Odin folder on desktop
Now switch off device and reboot in download mode by:
Press Vol down + Home +Power, and then, press Volume UP button in Warning Page to enter the Download Mode
Connect device to PC and wait till device successfully added to com port (it will turn light blue)
Hit ‘Start’ to flash
Once it flashed successfully, you can see 'PASS' in table above the ID: COM, you can disconnect device from PC
Now reboot into CWM by: Switch off device and press Vol Up + Home +Power hold about 5 second
Install SuperSu by selecting install zip from SD card, then select install zip from external SD card, then navigate to system folder and install the superuser.zip that is there.
Reboot.
Download Triangle Away from the play store or from http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1494114
Run this and it will reset your flash counter to 0.
You have now achieved root.
Install titanium backup, and backup all of your user apps+data (USER APPS ONLY or just reinstall them all from the play store) (you can do this one by one or in a batch in the third tab if you have the paid version. (DO NOT BACKUP RED NAMED FILES, ONLY WHITE)
Download APN backup and restore from the play market
Open it, you will get an error, dismiss it and press the back button
Open titanium and find APN backup and restore, long press it and select to make it a system app.
Press home.
Open APN B&R. and dismiss the error, this time hit menu and disable the ICS check. Then press back and reopen it, NO ERROR
Now backup your APN settings.
Switch off device and press Vol Up + Home +Power hold about 5 second to go back into recovery
Go to the backup/restore section, and backup your current rom (do not skip this, we are about to erase your phone and if something goes wrong and you do not have this, pretty paperweight)
Now go back to the main menu
Wipe data and factory reset 3 times over, wipe cache 3 times over, now go to advanced and wipe dalvik cache 3 times over
now go back to the install zip from sd card menu and select the external sd card, navigate to system folder, and then Rom, then install the xqizit rom.zip file it will open aroma installer, it will give you options of what you want to do, you do not need to re wipe, install typical or custom to choose what apps you want, (svoice is removed unless you add it back under custom) then you want to install the 15 toggle mod.
Now once that is done, reboot the device, wait 10 minutes.
Now open the play store and update superuser
Download apn backup and backup the new tmobile apn with the wifi fix and titanium backup and restore your apps
You are now rooted and on a custom rom with multi window support. Hold down the back button to activate multi window.
Reboot into recovery
Install the perseas kernel zip from the kernel folder
Reboot the phone
Wait for the home screen
Reboot for good measure
You will want to put triangle away back on your device and run it again
You can download CPU control apps and over clock and under clock ECT.
You can change your boot animations; see my post under themes n apps for that.
Have fun and enjoy
Special thank to Dr.Ketan , Chainfire , Chenlu, simplelife, wild child, and any others I have forgotten to mention

Well I would say this needs a sticky...
But since we cant get anything stickied for no reason at all. It will just wander off into the forgotten realm of the tmobile note 2 forums in the dark cold depths of xda where no one cares to do anything to help organize this forum.
Not only do we have worthless posts repeated day after day to no end, and the same question asked repeatedly by the same user. The foreigners that dont have a clue. And trolling to no end. But a thread that could possibly help someone one day will just die along with 'help I bricked my phone' threads. What a shame...
Someone please sticky this
Sent from my SGH-T889 using Tapatalk 2

This snt fair to let this thread go into oblivion. Mods please sticky this guy actually spemt some time making something useful but you guys wont sticky it. Yet viirus comes on here and bilks money from the community and basically steals doing absolutely nothing to back up his promises and people treat me like crap.
But you guys loved him....this is messed up.
Do something positive for the community.
I was right the first time. Please just listen to me
Sent from my SGH-T889 using Tapatalk 2

Bump for your hard work.
This seems like a great tutorial and guide. The only thing missing might be pictures for the super noobs
I haven't tried this yet but i subbed for future reference

What about backing up the IMIE? Forgive me if it's in there it's just that I am very nervous about that. I am coming from the HTC Sensation and am not familiar with flashing Samsung phones. And from what I am understanding this issue is even new to those that have been flashing Samsung phones in the past

To be honest
I havr never backed up my imei
I only use sammy
I have never had a problem
Ill look into this for you though
Good point, better safe than sorry.
Sent from my SGH-T889 using Tapatalk 2

Thankyou for your kind words.
I made this for one particular person who was a bit afrade of rooting.
As always I share with the world for those who dont think to or are afrade to ask.
Sent from my SGH-T889 using Tapatalk 2

Don't wanna be a hater, but this guide is super drawn out. There is already plenty of guides that explain it much better, A for effort tho.

Yea its long but I mean where are the other guides? This forums a mess and theres no sticky thats what I was talking about
Sent from my GT-N7105 using Tapatalk 2

Thread closed
The stickies you all want regarding root already exist in the Development forum. Everything you need to know is contained in that thread.

[Q] Brand new T999V running Cyanogenmod 10, camera doesn't work! Please help!

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Hi everyone!
I'm a noob. I got my Galaxy S3 T999V rooted and the boot (recovery?) runs clockworkmod. CyanogenMod 10 is running smoothly, except:
The camera doesn't work! Getting a "cannot connect to camera" error instantly upon launching the camera app (stock).
So from perusing the internet a little more, there are other phone models also suffering from this "can't connect to camera" error.
The fix involves: Booting into rooted stock. extracting the folder "cameradata" in system using a file explorer (AndroZip). Put them on the external sdcard or your computer. Then overwrite your CM10 flashed system/cameradata folder's .bin(s) and setting the permissions a certain way.
Does anyone have the stock Galaxy S3 cameradata files? And I have no idea how to change permissions!! HELP!!
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2102981&page=2#post39859973
THOSE ARE THE FILES (or click here?)
1. Download the files, unzip them and place them somewhere on the phone (sdcard0 or sdcard1, in some separate, user-made folder)
2. Make sure you have CyanogenMod's built-in File Manager set to allow ROOT access
3. Using CyanogenMod's built-in File Manager, click the "parent folder" at the top until the top reader line says /
4. Look for a folder called system, enter it
5. Look for a folder called cameradata, enter it
6. With nothing selected, press the :: button in the bottom left, on-screen. Select "properties" and choose 'permissions', grant all properties to everything (except the S column). This allows you to copy the downloaded files into this folder.
7. Browse to where you have the files. On the left is a tick-box, tick them all.
8. Browse back to the /system/cameradata/
9. Select the :: again. Select "paste all items here". SELECT OVERWRITE.
10. Individually long-press each item and change it's properties. Select permissions and permit all except the S column again. This allows the app to be accessed, the user to change the app, and the app to save files.
11. Attempt to run the STOCK camera app. CHANGE THE SCENE "SCN" TO 'ACTION'. I've been told this keeps it from crashing again...
12. If the camera app is a bit laggy, try rebooting. If it persists (but camera app is functioning) may want to restore permissions using Recovery Boot (I use CWM).
The difference MAY be adding that one extra file (_ZH), but I recommend moving and overwriting all just to be safe.

Malumen said:
Hi everyone!
I'm new to the whole modding/cyanogen/clockwork thing. I got my Galaxy S3 T999V rooted and the boot (recovery?) runs clockworkmod. CyanogenMod 10 is running smoothly, except a few issues:
- The WiFi and mobile network connections fly between 20% and 60% (with the WiFi signal reaching 98%) when I am just sitting in my room and the phone is motionless. Do I need to update the radios to get better reception? (And how do I do that? I am on Mobilicity in Canada)
- What steps do I take to perform a restore? I've made a backup in the CWM boot/recovery of Cyanogen after I got everything working fine. If I messed some things up, what steps do I take to restore back to that point? Do I press Wipe Data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache, or do I just select Restore and the file to restore using?
- THIS IS MY BIGGEST ISSUE: The camera doesn't work! None of the camera apps work in my CM10. Skype and Hangout using the front camera works, but no photo-taking apps work (they do not even run, just black then they back out to the Apps screen)
So how do I:
> Get more stable reception? Do I update the radios? If so, how?
> Perform a restore? What steps do I take to return to a backup I have of Cyanogen?
> Get my camera working?
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try to reflash. wipe everything and make sure you didnt download nightly. nightlies can have some problems. are you sure you download the stable version?

KingKostas said:
try to reflash. wipe everything and make sure you didnt download nightly. nightlies can have some problems. are you sure you download the stable version?
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May I ask quickly what steps are involved in "reflashing"? Just to make sure I don't do some extra step or miss something.
As far as the stable version goes, I looked for the d2tmo file on get.cm under the Stable tab. I'm assuming that would be the most stable build?
(Perhaps a nightly might fix it??)
Question: Is there not a way I can just install/add this "4.2" camera? I've seen videos and read that people are using that just fine on CM10. Alternately if I boot into recovery would "fix permissions" be any help?

re: odin flash
Malumen said:
Hi everyone!
I'm new to the whole modding/cyanogen/clockwork thing. I got my Galaxy S3 T999V rooted and the boot (recovery?) runs clockworkmod. CyanogenMod 10 is running smoothly, except a few issues:
- The WiFi and mobile network connections fly between 20% and 60% (with the WiFi signal reaching 98%) when I am just sitting in my room and the phone is motionless. Do I need to update the radios to get better reception? (And how do I do that? I am on Mobilicity in Canada)
- What steps do I take to perform a restore? I've made a backup in the CWM boot/recovery of Cyanogen after I got everything working fine. If I messed some things up, what steps do I take to restore back to that point? Do I press Wipe Data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache, or do I just select Restore and the file to restore using?
- THIS IS MY BIGGEST ISSUE: The camera doesn't work! None of the camera apps work in my CM10. Skype and Hangout using the front camera works, but no photo-taking apps work (they do not even run, just black then they back out to the Apps screen)
So how do I:
> Get more stable reception? Do I update the radios? If so, how?
> Perform a restore? What steps do I take to return to a backup I have of Cyanogen?
> Get my camera working?
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The very best advise is to do the following, doing anything else will most likely prolong
the problems you are having or making them even more difficult to resolve.
First thing you need to do is to install the stock Tmobile T999 rooted firmware.
Here are the exact step by step instructions with the download link for the firmware.
After you have followed these instructions your phone will be working properly and if
you like you will be able to flash any custom roms made for the Tmobile T999 phone
or restore any backups unless the the backup is corrupted in some way or another.
Here is the link to the Tmobile Stock & Rooted firmware you need:
http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=9390169635556426451
After downloading it make a folder on your desktop and unzip the file
using Winzip or 7zip so the .TAR file is in the new folder you just made.
Here is a link for ODIN which is required for flashing the stock rooted firmware
(a windows app) http://d-h.st/Q14
Download and extract Odin into the same folder you made containing the TAR file.
Here is a step by step guide for you.
Download the firmware of your choosing (use the root66 version if you want root)
Run Odin by double clicking the Odin.exe within the folder 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 FW 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!!!)

Misterjunky said:
The very best advise is to do the following, doing anything else will most likely prolong
the problems you are having or making them even more difficult to resolve.
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I followed most of these directions the first time, using the guide from High On Android:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPeIZZVYHbY
I used Odin, got root, wiped and got CM10 working.
This seems to be a bit of a problem that has cropped up in other models (i747). The fix that was used was to get back to the Stock ROM, while rooted, and browse to the system folder /cameradata/. In there are files for permissions for the camera. Copy those to the external SD card or your computer, then get back into CM10. Replace the CyanogenMod system folder /cameradata/ with the files you got from the Stock ROM. Then change the permissions for these new files.
So does anyone have the Stock /cameradata/ files? I'd greatly appreciate it!

re: camera issue
Malumen said:
I followed most of these directions the first time, using the guide from High On Android:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QPeIZZVYHbY
I used Odin, got root, wiped and got CM10 working.
This seems to be a bit of a problem that has cropped up in other models (i747). The fix that was used was to get back to the Stock ROM, while rooted, and browse to the system folder /cameradata/. In there are files for permissions for the camera. Copy those to the external SD card or your computer, then get back into CM10. Replace the CyanogenMod system folder /cameradata/ with the files you got from the Stock ROM. Then change the permissions for these new files.
So does anyone have the Stock /cameradata/ files? I'd greatly appreciate it!
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Just download any of the custom rom zip files based on the jellybean v4.1.1 stock rom.
All of those custom roms will have the files you are looking for.

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d2vzw
This also works on the sch-i535 as well. Thank you so much.

kingsugar said:
This also works on the sch-i535 as well. Thank you so much.
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Yes, I tried all the other options for getting my camera back on track, but only going back to a full stock (rooted) ROM got my camera up and running again. FWIW, I was running an AOSP ROM for months without issue. What kicked my camera offline (the dreaded can't connect to camera) for some strange reason was when I updated to the most recent firmware VRBMF1. Now its straight back to AOSP for me! Thanks for creating this post! Very helpful!

My fix
I'm going around posting my fix to all the camera threads in hopes of helping people find a solution sooner. I created a thread over in d2vzw http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2492304

fix camera error on i9300 with cm 9 (4.0.4)
Malumen said:
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Hi everyone!
I'm a noob. I got my Galaxy S3 T999V rooted and the boot (recovery?) runs clockworkmod. CyanogenMod 10 is running smoothly, except:
The camera doesn't work! Getting a "cannot connect to camera" error instantly upon launching the camera app (stock).
So from perusing the internet a little more, there are other phone models also suffering from this "can't connect to camera" error.
The fix involves: Booting into rooted stock. extracting the folder "cameradata" in system using a file explorer (AndroZip). Put them on the external sdcard or your computer. Then overwrite your CM10 flashed system/cameradata folder's .bin(s) and setting the permissions a certain way.
Does anyone have the stock Galaxy S3 cameradata files? And I have no idea how to change permissions!! HELP!!
*************************SOLVED*****************************I*TAKE*NO*RESPONSIBILITY*FOR*ANY*DAMAGES*OR*BRICKING*THAT*MAY*OCCUR***********
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2102981&page=2#post39859973
THOSE ARE THE FILES (or click here?)
1. Download the files, unzip them and place them somewhere on the phone (sdcard0 or sdcard1, in some separate, user-made folder)
2. Make sure you have CyanogenMod's built-in File Manager set to allow ROOT access
3. Using CyanogenMod's built-in File Manager, click the "parent folder" at the top until the top reader line says /
4. Look for a folder called system, enter it
5. Look for a folder called cameradata, enter it
6. With nothing selected, press the :: button in the bottom left, on-screen. Select "properties" and choose 'permissions', grant all properties to everything (except the S column). This allows you to copy the downloaded files into this folder.
7. Browse to where you have the files. On the left is a tick-box, tick them all.
8. Browse back to the /system/cameradata/
9. Select the :: again. Select "paste all items here". SELECT OVERWRITE.
10. Individually long-press each item and change it's properties. Select permissions and permit all except the S column again. This allows the app to be accessed, the user to change the app, and the app to save files.
11. Attempt to run the STOCK camera app. CHANGE THE SCENE "SCN" TO 'ACTION'. I've been told this keeps it from crashing again...
12. If the camera app is a bit laggy, try rebooting. If it persists (but camera app is functioning) may want to restore permissions using Recovery Boot (I use CWM).
The difference MAY be adding that one extra file (_ZH), but I recommend moving and overwriting all just to be safe.
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Click to collapse
thanks a lot, i read your post, i take your advice to copy "SlimISP" to built in (cm system) folder, its work for me perfectly.
Thanks a lottttttttttttttttttttttt, have a nice day.

[GUIDE][ROOT][CWR/TWRP][DEODEX][OVERCLOCKING] SGH-S730M - Samsung Galaxy Discover

Note: This is an old phone. It's no longer being supported by Samsung, and I see that nobody is selling this phone except for eBay or Amazon. I also have a new phone now and my Discover is simply sitting there for me to have fun with. I won't be actively developing for this phone. However, I will provide support with any issues you may encounter. This thread will be kept here for future reference if anyone needs help.
Update (2022): ​I am no longer using Android. This is my last update here.​Copies of the relevant files are shared in this google drive link:​
SGH740M Root Files - Google Drive
drive.google.com
​
Please thank Ivdoan he is the mastermind behind finding and implementing root for this phone.
Thanks to JohnnyGalto for giving us updated CWM, TWRP, and Partition Tables!
THIS THREAD IS INTENDED TO USE ONLY FOR THE SGH-S730M, AND NOT FOR ANY OTHER PHONE. I CANNOT CONFIRM THAT IT WILL WORK ON ANY OTHER SGH-S730 VARIANTS, SO USE THIS THREAD AT YOUR OWN RISK. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DATA LOSS, OR BRICKING THAT IS A RESULT FROM YOU CHOOSING TO ROOT. HOWEVER, IF YOU SOFT BRICK YOUR PHONE, IT CAN BE FIXED VIA CLOCKWORK RECOVERY. WARNING ABOUT USING ODIN: IF YOU ARE A NOOB, ONLY CLICK ON THE BUTTONS I TELL YOU TO CLICK, AND NOTHING ELSE. I ACCIDENTALLY SOFT BRICKED MY PHONE BECAUSE I HIT THE WRONG BUTTON WHILE USING ODIN - AND DONT WANT YOU TO DO THE SAME THING. AND LASTLY, ROOTING AND MODDING THIS PHONE WILL VOID YOUR WARRANTY. SINCE THERE IS NO OFFICIAL WAY TO RETURN TO STOCK, ONCE YOU MODIFY YOUR PHONE: YOU ARE ON YOUR OWN FATE!
IF YOU HAVE THE 730G VARIANT (Tracfone, Net10), GO HERE: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47417608
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Issues and Bugs (Known Problems)
Okay, with deodexing - sometimes the SamsungIME.apk in the /system/app directory can be a pain to deal with! I put a warning in my deodex CWR script that tells about this issue. It does seem to correct itself overtime, so I am not too worried at the moment (but still very annoyed).
Also, it seems that many users have been experiencing strange battery problems (such as the phone suddenly losing half of its charge in 3 minutes). I hope it is an software issue (correctable), or just a battery issue (fixable), rather than a hardware issue (hard to fix).
Rooting, Custom Recovery, and Unbricking Guide (Everyone)
]If you want to root your phone then follow part A.
If you want to root your phone and add custom recovery then follow parts A and B.
If you have soft bricked your phone, then please complete all steps outlined below (if not already done yet).
The tutorial is done on a Windows computer and is meant for a Windows computer. Steps will vary slightly or tremendously if it is done on any other OS.
Part A - Rooting the SGH-S730m
1. Download and install UnlockRoot Free on your PC. YOU DO NOT HAVE TO INSTALL BLOATWARE!!! PLEASE READ SETUP INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY!!!
2. Download and Install Samsung USB Drivers. If it prompts you to reboot for any reason, then reboot your Computer.
3. After all of this is over, you have to prepare yourself for the hardest part of this whole process, and maybe the most complicated dilemma you will ever face in the entirety of your lives.
4. Turn on your phone if it isn't already. Wait for the phone to fully boot.
5. Plug your phone into the computer via USB.
6. Run UnlockRoot on your computer and click the "Root" Button (when it prompts you to install bloatware apps on your device, say no).
DO NOT UNPLUG YOUR PHONE UNTIL UnlockRoot SAYS IT IS OK TO DO SO!!!!
Congratulations, you have should now have a rooted SGH-730m in proximity to your hands! :fingers-crossed:
How to verify your 730M is rooted
If by any reason, you feel unsure as to if your phone is actually rooted or not:
Install a root checking app.
These apps will tell you if your phone has root access or not.
Try Root Checker from the Google Play Store.
Install a terminal emulation app.
In these apps, type the command "su" (without quotes). If you get "permission denied" you have not rooted your device. If it prompts you for root privileges (ie a popup appears) then your device is rooted!
Try Terminal Emulator from the Google Play Store.
If you are a n00b (like me occasionally), and you fail to understand why something works, or, the exact opposite: Don't worry! You probably thought the auxiliary headphone jack was the USB port, or, thought you should unplug your phone early, despite me warning you not to do that. That's okay, you can get it fixed.
Part B - Installing a Custom Recovery
If you are not already acquainted with the idea of Custom Android Recovery, don’t be afraid. It allows developers, tweakers and noobs alike to backup, restore, fix, and to install custom ROMs and Kernels designed specifically for their device. It becomes extremely useful, because it allows people to remove “soft bricks†from their devices (which occurs when someone flashes data to the wrong device, or wrong parts of the device respectively).
I know you probably just want to not read this stuff anyways But I need to pay tribute to the developers Ivdoan and JohnnyGalto for there amazing work at compiling these custom binaries for the Samsung Galaxy Discover. Thanks guys.
So, lets get started – shall we?
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YOU MUST ROOT YOUR PHONE BEFORE YOU DO THIS!!!!!
1. Download either the SGH_S730M.CWM_6.0.3.1.custom.recovery.tar.zip or the SGH_S730M.TWRP_2.5.0.0.custom.recovery.tar.zip file, and extract its contents to your desktop (if you don’t know what a desktop is, then please leave. You will probably break your device).
Just to clarify for those noobs out there: CWR stands for “ClockWork Recovery†and TWRP stands for “Team Win Recovery Projectâ€. They both are custom recoveries, and basically do the same thing. Personally, I would recommend the CWR for people that just want simplicity, and the TWRP for people that want more appeal. TWRP for this device is still under development, so be careful!
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2. Then, download the Odin Flashing Program attached to this post. Extract its contents to wherever you find necessary.
DO NOT MESS WITH ODIN! IT IS NOT A TOY! IT CAN BRICK YOUR PHONE!
Odin, is a flashing tool. It is not made to be user friendly, and is meant for people who know how to use it. I will be very blunt by saying that I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR YOU NOT DOING EXACTLY WHAT I TELL YOU! PROCEED WITH CAUTION!
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3. Right Click on Odin, and click “Run as Administrator†(if available).
4. CLICK ON THE PDA BUTTON
5. When the file window appears, browse to the desktop directory (your desktop) and select either the S730M-CWR.tar.md5 or the S730M-TWRP.tar.md5 (depending on what version you downloaded).
6. Now shutdown your phone. Plug your phone into your computer. Boot into download mode by turning on the phone (release the power button as the phone vibrates) and holding the lower volume button and home key. Follow the instructions (press the upper volume button) to continue with download mode.
7. If your phone has been detected by Odin, the proceed.
8. Inside of Odin, press the Start button.
DO NOT DISCONNECT, UNPLUG, PLAY WITH ANY BUTTONS, OR CLICK ANYTHING ON EITHER THE PHONE OR COMPUTER UNTIL ODIN HAS FINISHED FLASHING CLOCKWORK RECOVERY ON YOUR PHONE.
8. To boot into clockwork recovery, hold down the upper volume and power key until the first vibration, then just hold the volume key.
That should be IT! :highfive:
Part C - Soft Brick Recovery (CWM Recovery Only!)
YOU MUST HAVE A MICRO SD CARD WITH AT LEAST 400 MB OF FREE STORAGE SPACE TO DO THIS!
build.prop restore script
You need busybox installed on your phone in order to use this script! If you dont have busybox, it wont work.
If you messed up your build.prop file (If you did, then you will know that you did), then you can use this script to restore you build.prop file to the original stock format.
1. Download the build.prop restore script, to your device (preferably a computer).
2. Place the zip file to the root (/) directory of your micro SD Card.
3. Remove the SD card from the computer, and turn off the SGH-S730M.
4. Remove the back plating from the phone, and insert the micro SD card into the phone. It should be named SGH-S730M CWR stock build.prop.
5. After putting the phone back together, boot into recovery by holding down the upper volume and power key until the first vibration, then just hold the volume key.
6. Using the volume buttons as scrolling keys, scroll down using the lower volume until you see install zip from sdcard as highlighted text. Using the power key as the enter button, click the power button.
7. Then, also using the volume keys, scroll down to the choose zip from sdcard option, and click the power button.
8. If you placed the zip file exactly where I told you to: you should see SGH-S730M CWR stock build.prop as an item. Scroll down to the file and click the power button. Then, when it prompts you to "Confirm Install", scroll down to "Yes - install".
9. Press the power button.
WAIT FOR THE PHONE TO BE 100% DONE EXECUTING THE SCRIP! YOU COULD MESS UP THE PHONE. DO NOT TURN OFF THE PHONE.
Full Restore (If all else fails)
To reduce confusion, please remove any backups that you may already have (which would be funny, you wouldnt have to do this anyways).
1. Download the rooted stock CWM Recovery Image (.zip) from here, to your device (preferably a computer). http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2677332
2. Extract ALL of the contents of the zip file to the root (/) directory of your micro SD Card. The folder should be named "clockworkrecovery".
3. Remove the SD card from the computer, and turn off the SGH-S730m.
4. Remove the back plating from the phone, and insert the micro SD card into the phone.
5. After putting the phone back together, boot into recovery by holding down the upper volume and power key until the first vibration, then just hold the volume key.
6. Using the volume buttons as scrolling keys, scroll down using the lower volume until you see backup and restore as highlighted text. Using the power key as the enter button, hit the power button.
7. Then, also using the volume keys, scroll down to the restore option, and click the power button.
8. If you extracted the zip file the exact way I told you to: you should see a menu option. If you didn't do what I told you to, you may see "No files found". If it says "cant mound /sd" (or something similar), you probably have a bad SD Card, or, forgot to put it in correctly.
9. Press the power button.
WAIT FOR THE PHONE TO BE 100% DONE RESTORING YOUR BACKUP TO THE PHONE! YOU COULD HARD BRICK THE PHONE (BECAUSE CWM RECOVERY WRITES TO THE BOOTLOADER). DO NOT TURN OFF THE PHONE. THE PHONE IS NOT FROZEN IF IT WONT RESPOND FOR A WHILE.
10. If you did this correctly, you should have a rooted, and restored SGH-S730m!
Part E - Removing that annoying triangle from the boot sequence
Use the triangleaway script in the attatchments. (triangleaway.zip)
It resets flash counter and resets binary status to official.
Might have to do a factory reset to return current status to official.
Boot your phone into recovery mode
Extract triangleaway.sh from the zip file.
Open up ADB Shell
push triangleaway.sh /tmp
chmod 755 triangleaway.sh
execute triangleaway.sh
Reboot Phone.
Overclocking and Modding (DEVELOPERS ONLY)
SYSTEM MODS
If you don't know what you are doing, then, please don't read any further. its for your own good
The CSC directory can be deleted (and the files in the main /system directory that are associated with it). It does not affect the phone at all. Also, If you go to /system/etc/feature_default.xml you can change the phones features. So far, I have done many tweaks to the Messaging, Phone, Settings, People (Contacts) and Lock screen of the phone! If you are a developer (or tweaker like me), you should be able to enable/disable whatever you like using the feature_default.xml.
Overclocking
FitAmp has made a overclocking script for 1GHz (1000MHz). There is quite a noticeable difference in response, but, the phone still tends to lag a bit. File is attatched to the thread (S730M-OC-1000MHz.zip)
Custom ROMs
Custom ROMS by atmu5fear. All flashable ZIPs. - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2677332
I'm also making one for the Discover. It should be coming soon.
Please click :good: if it works for you!

Where can I find the OC script? Thanks

evertking said:
Where can I find the OC script? Thanks
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The Script it attached to this post.
Procedures (using ADB)
put boot.img on sdcard:
adb push boot.img /sdcard/boot.img
Then, from adbshell:
su
dd if=/sdcard/boot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p8
then reboot device.

shifattk said:
the op of this post decided to dump this thread and developing, so i decided to take over & repost this, as requested by the op.
I will also organize and add more of my stuff. That might take at least a week or so since everything is a mess right now, but i will do it.
***** original thread is here *****
please thank ivdoan he is the mastermind behind finding and implementing root for this phone.
Thanks to johnnygalto for giving us updated cwm, twrp, and partition tables!
issues and bugs (known problems)[
okay, with deodexing - sometimes the samsungime.apk in the /system/app directory can be a pain to deal with! I put a warning in my deodex cwr script that tells about this issue. It does seem to correct itself overtime, so i am not too worried at the moment (but still very annoyed).
Also, it seems that many users have been experiencing strange battery problems (such as the phone suddenly losing half of its charge in 3 minutes). I hope it is an software issue (correctable), or just a battery issue (fixable), rather than a hardware issue (hard to fix).
rooting, custom recovery, and unbricking guide (everyone)
if you want to root your phone then follow part a.
If you want to root your phone and add custom recovery then follow parts a and b.
If you have soft bricked your phone, then please complete all steps outlined below (if not already done yet).
The tutorial is done on a windows computer and is meant for a windows computer. Steps will vary slightly or tremendously if it is done on any other os.
part a - rooting the sgh-s730m
1. Download and install unlockroot free on your pc. You do not have to install bloatware!!! Please read setup instructions carefully!!!
2. Download and install samsung usb drivers. If it prompts you to reboot for any reason, then reboot your computer.
3. After all of this is over, you have to prepare yourself for the hardest part of this whole process, and maybe the most complicated dilemma you will ever face in the entirety of your lives.
4. Turn on your phone if it isn't already. Wait for the phone to fully boot.
5. Plug your phone into the computer via usb.
6. Run unlockroot on your computer and click the "root" button (when it prompts you to install bloatware apps on your device, say no).
do not unplug your phone until unlockroot says it is ok to do so!!!!
congratulations, you have should now have a rooted sgh-730m in proximity to your hands! :fingers-crossed:
how to verify your 730m is rooted if by any reason, you feel unsure as to if your phone is actually rooted or not:
install a root checking app.
these apps will tell you if your phone has root access or not.
Try root checker from the google play store.
install a terminal emulation app.
in these apps, type the command "su" (without quotes). If you get "permission denied" you have not rooted your device. If it prompts you for root privileges (ie a popup appears) then your device is rooted!
Try terminal emulator from the google play store.
If you are a n00b (like me occasionally), and you fail to understand why something works, or, the exact opposite: Don't worry! You probably thought the auxiliary headphone jack was the usb port, or, thought you should unplug your phone early, despite me warning you not to do that. That's okay, you can get it fixed.
part b - installing a custom recovery
you must root your phone before you do this!!!!!
1. Download either the sgh_s730m.cwm_6.0.3.1.custom.recovery.tar.zip or the sgh_s730m.twrp_2.5.0.0.custom.recovery.tar.zip file, and extract its contents to your desktop (if you don’t know what a desktop is, then please leave. You will probably break your device).
2. Then, download the odin flashing program attached to this post. Extract its contents to wherever you find necessary.
3. Right click on odin, and click “run as administrator” (if available).
4. Click on the pda button
5. When the file window appears, browse to the desktop directory (your desktop) and select either the s730m-cwr.tar.md5 or the s730m-twrp.tar.md5 (depending on what version you downloaded).
6. Now shutdown your phone. Plug your phone into your computer. Boot into download mode by turning on the phone (release the power button as the phone vibrates) and holding the lower volume button and home key. Follow the instructions (press the upper volume button) to continue with download mode.
7. If your phone has been detected by odin, the proceed.
8. Inside of odin, press the start button.
do not disconnect, unplug, play with any buttons, or click anything on either the phone or computer until odin has finished flashing clockwork recovery on your phone.
8. To boot into clockwork recovery, hold down the upper volume and power key until the first vibration, then just hold the volume key.
That should be it! :highfive:
part c - soft brick recovery (cwm recovery only!)
you must have a micro sd card with at least 400 mb of free storage space to do this!
build.prop restore script
you need busybox installed on your phone in order to use this script! If you dont have busybox, it wont work.
if you messed up your build.prop file (if you did, then you will know that you did), then you can use this script to restore you build.prop file to the original stock format.
1. Download the build.prop restore script, to your device (preferably a computer).
2. Place the zip file to the root (/) directory of your micro sd card.
3. Remove the sd card from the computer, and turn off the sgh-s730m.
4. Remove the back plating from the phone, and insert the micro sd card into the phone. It should be named sgh-s730m cwr stock build.prop.
5. After putting the phone back together, boot into recovery by holding down the upper volume and power key until the first vibration, then just hold the volume key.
6. Using the volume buttons as scrolling keys, scroll down using the lower volume until you see install zip from sdcard as highlighted text. Using the power key as the enter button, click the power button.
7. Then, also using the volume keys, scroll down to the choose zip from sdcard option, and click the power button.
8. If you placed the zip file exactly where i told you to: You should see sgh-s730m cwr stock build.prop as an item. Scroll down to the file and click the power button. Then, when it prompts you to "confirm install", scroll down to "yes - install".
9. Press the power button.
wait for the phone to be 100% done executing the scrip! You could mess up the phone. Do not turn off the phone.
full restore (if all else fails)
to reduce confusion, please remove any backups that you may already have (which would be funny, you wouldnt have to do this anyways).
1. Download the rooted stock cwm recovery image (.zip) i made from here, to your device (preferably a computer).
2. Extract all of the contents of the zip file to the root (/) directory of your micro sd card. The folder should be named "clockworkrecovery".
3. Remove the sd card from the computer, and turn off the sgh-s730m.
4. Remove the back plating from the phone, and insert the micro sd card into the phone.
5. After putting the phone back together, boot into recovery by holding down the upper volume and power key until the first vibration, then just hold the volume key.
6. Using the volume buttons as scrolling keys, scroll down using the lower volume until you see backup and restore as highlighted text. Using the power key as the enter button, hit the power button.
7. Then, also using the volume keys, scroll down to the restore option, and click the power button.
8. If you extracted the zip file the exact way i told you to: You should see a menu option. If you didn't do what i told you to, you may see "no files found". If it says "cant mound /sd" (or something similar), you probably have a bad sd card, or, forgot to put it in correctly.
9. Press the power button.
wait for the phone to be 100% done restoring your backup to the phone! You could hard brick the phone (because cwm recovery writes to the bootloader). Do not turn off the phone. The phone is not frozen if it wont respond for a while.
10. If you did this correctly, you should have a rooted, and restored sgh-s730m!
part d - soft brick recovery (twrp recovery only!)coming soon..
part e - removing that annoying triangle from the boot sequence..to a thread near you! (it's already here. I'm just organizing them so it is easier to understand and to use)
deodexing, overclocking and modding (developers only)
deodexing you rom
you must have a micro sd card with at least 100 mb of free storage space to do this!
so, after some work (and tons of patience), i managed to make a deodexed version of this phone. So, ive made a deodex script for cwr, that will remove you old /system/app and /system/framework directories, and makes new ones, with the new deodexed files.*
now, since this is considered a more "advanced" tweak, i am not going to post a step-by-step guide on how to do this.
Why? Well, if you really needed instructions to do this: You probably shouldn't be doing it anyways!
For developers: Make sure you have busybox installed, then install the zip here via cwr (its easy to see what file it is). Remember to wipe dalvik cache. There are some temporary bugs with the samsungime.apk, which wont work right for a while. Mysteriously though, the problem corrects itself after some time using the phone. Reply your findings!
For noobs: Don't do this, it will just make no difference, and i honestly don't feel like solving problems that don't need to be solved (or, ones due to illiteracy). Wait until you know what you are doing (and what an odex file is), then try this yourself.
system mods
if you don't know what you are doing, then, please don't read any further. Its for your own good
the csc directory can be deleted (and the files in the main /system directory that are associated with it). It does not affect the phone at all.
Also, if you go to /system/etc/feature_default.xml you can change the phones features. So far, i have done many tweaks to the messaging, phone, settings, people (contacts) and lock screen of the phone! If you are a devleloper (or tweaker like me), you should be able to enable/disable whatever you like using the feature_default.xml.
overclocking
fitamp has made a overclocking script for 1ghz (1000mhz). There is quite a noticeable difference in response, but, the phone still tends to lag a bit. File is attatched to the thread (s730m-oc-1000mhz.zip)
please click :good: If it works for you!
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and where is the odin did you the number
thanks

manuelelitaliano said:
and where is the odin did you the number
thanks
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Hi there,
Sorry for the late reply. I've been quite busy lately.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2189539
^ That thread has the downloads for Odin.

???
Hey guys,
have we found a way to fix my problem with the phone, I still have no access to download, recovery, normal boot and it stays on for 7 secs max. This has ocured because I flashed the wrong file to modem. Let me know as I want to start working on development again.

camvar97 said:
Hey guys,
it stays on for 7 secs max.
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^ That, to me looks like the battery is not charged (unless I am wrong).
camvar97 said:
Hey guys,
... I still have no access to download, recovery, normal boot and it stays on for 7 secs max. ... This has ocured because I flashed the wrong file to modem.
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I've searched around a bit, and the best option would be to send it for repair IMO.

shifattk said:
^ That, to me looks like the battery is not charged (unless I am wrong).
I've searched around a bit, and the best option would be to send it for repair IMO.
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as for the battery thats what samsung says might be the problem and that i need a new one

SGH-730G Users ONLY
Here is a thread I started this morning about the SGH-730G (Tracfone, Net10, Straight Talk) variant of the Discover. I created this thread so there wouldn't be confusions due to the slight differences between the 730G and the 730M variants. Right now there is a root method listed, and I am working on an Odin flashable recovery from soft brick. I will also be posting things that I have figured out so far, and in the next day or so a full deodexed version of the stock firmware. Coming later will be a custom rom. If anyone in this thread has dev experience and has the 730M variant, PM me about this custom rom as I would like to make it compatible with both versions of the phone but will have to work out the differences between the two to make it fully compatible. New thread for the 730G - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47417608

TheGeekyNimrod said:
Here is a thread I started this morning about the SGH-730G (Tracfone, Net10, Straight Talk) variant of the Discover. I created this thread so there wouldn't be confusions due to the slight differences between the 730G and the 730M variants. Right now there is a root method listed, and I am working on an Odin flashable recovery from soft brick. I will also be posting things that I have figured out so far, and in the next day or so a full deodexed version of the stock firmware. Coming later will be a custom rom. If anyone in this thread has dev experience and has the 730M variant, PM me about this custom rom as I would like to make it compatible with both versions of the phone but will have to work out the differences between the two to make it fully compatible. New thread for the 730G - http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=47417608
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I've added a link to your thread to the original post such that people don't get confused and/or break their phones. Thank you fore making the thread.

shifattk said:
I've added a link to your thread to the original post such that people don't get confused and/or break their phones. Thank you fore making the thread.
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Word. I know some people were confused in another thread. Root methods are basically the same but there are structual differences between them when it comes to mounting points for restore and such. Thanks for addinthe link to the OP. I'll go back in a few and add a link here in my OP for the same purpose.

Does anyone know how to carrier unlock for this phone yet.

question?when i try to install CMW it keeps failing nand rite mode and restarting! any solution or different ay to try,still showing stock recovery but rooted!

Hello guys is there any way to unroot??? thanks

alexandros050 said:
Hello guys is there any way to unroot??? thanks
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You can use unlockroot software to unroot.
I tested rooted and unrooted.

x1745 said:
You can use unlockroot software to unroot.
I tested rooted and unrooted.
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Ok thank you very much for your reply

Take a look at This, I've created a flashable zip that both roots the phone and installs the overclock kernel found in this thread. Thought you might be interested
edit: I also just posted a flashable stock rom here. it's deodexed, rooted, and overclocked.

Restl3ss said:
Take a look at This, I've created a flashable zip that both roots the phone and installs the overclock kernel found in this thread. Thought you might be interested
edit: I also just posted a flashable stock rom here. it's deodexed, rooted, and overclocked.
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I tried flashing your ROM, get error status 255, installation aborted...

shifattk said:
The Script it attached to this post.
Procedures (using ADB)
put boot.img on sdcard:
adb push boot.img /sdcard/boot.img
Then, from adbshell:
su
dd if=/sdcard/boot.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p8
then reboot device.
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Phone wont boot past samsung logo after this. Followed your instructions exactly

atmu5fear said:
Phone wont boot past samsung logo after this. Followed your instructions exactly
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Did you make a CWM backup before doing it? If you did, boot into CWM recovery and flash the recovery package.