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[Q] Full NV Backup and Restore? Does this work for the SGN2?

I recently purchased a T-Mobile Galaxy Note 2 and would like to make a Full Backup of the NV. (and be able to restore/edit if needed) I notice the following link for Galaxy SIII http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1804123
The question I have is does this also work for us Note 2 people? If it does, it would make me feel better about flashing a custom rom onto this phone. If anyone could shed some light on if this like works with our phone.. Please let me know... (and yes, I read the entire post.. along with this long post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1801997 both places did not address if this works with the Note 2...)

Yes ive backed up and restored using exactly that process
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exalgopana said:
Yes ive backed up and restored using exactly that process
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If you don't mind, could you state which method worked for you, and where you rooted? did you have a base Rom installed? Was the phone unlocked?
I tried both of these methods and found that I could read the NV, but not write to the NV. Here is a little data about my phone: Base stock rom. Rooted using Exynos Abuse Apk. I also unlocked the phone using code *#197328640#. After trying both of these methods I then installed TWRP.
Thanks for any information...

No I think I was rooted. I actually used all of the methods. I used the toolkit method by mskip. I used the nv reader writer method. And then I did one more way but I forgot what it was. Let me check.
Also. I don't t think rooting the phone matters as to whether you can back it up or not., actually it doesnt.
Secondly I do my backups on stock rom. Always. Just because I want everything to be correct you know?
Edit* man look. DO NOT try writing to your nv. All that you need to do is READ. So everything is ok as long as you are not trying to write anything to nv.
The only time you need to write to nv is when you are actually perform a restoration of your nv data...get it?
Read = nv reader program is looking around for the info to remember
Write= nv reader program REWRITING data to the nv aka restore.
Another thing to keep in mind is that nv reader program will write just about anything to the nv if you arent careful and that alone can ruin your phone. Moral of the story is to make sure you write the correct stuff back in if you are restoring.
Backing up is easy just let the program run. And save the file wherever you need it. Bam finished
Im not being condescending by the way. I just try to explain things as easy as I can. Sometimes itight seem like im rude. But believe me mate I dont have a rude hair on my head.
If you have anymore problems or questions feel free to pm me
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I recently purchased a T-Mobile Galaxy Note 2 and would like to make a Full Backup of the NV. (and be able to restore/edit if needed) I notice the following link for Galaxy SIII http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1804123
The question I have is does this also work for us Note 2 people? If it does, it would make me feel better about flashing a custom rom onto this phone. If anyone could shed some light on if this like works with our phone.. Please let me know... (and yes, I read the entire post.. along with this long post http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1801997 both places did not address if this works with the Note 2...)
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Hi,
Were you able to backup your Note 2? I'm in the same boat, and don't know which method is best for the Note 2.
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eggnoodle said:
Hi,
Were you able to backup your Note 2? I'm in the same boat, and don't know which method is best for the Note 2.
Thanks
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I seem to be able to back up the information, but anytime I made a change, and tried to write those changes back to the NV file, they would not take. Tried both methods in the OP as described by those links, was able to look/save the data, but no luck making any changes stick during a write back.
That brought up the question that if/when a ROM change corrupted my phone, would either method be able to write back to the NV file and save my phone from a bricked status. I highly doubt that either of those methods work for our phone other than to view/save the NV data.
Please, If I am mistaken, could someone point me to the correct link, or at least explain how they where able to make the changes to the NV file stick during a write back.

Yes just follow the directions in the post. It works
If you were smart you would just do BOTH methods and keep BOTH files just to be safe instead of trying to figure out which one works by asking people on this forum that nine times out of ten dont know theirselves.
Might sound harsh or mean or whatever but I always find it best to protect myself as many ways as possible. I mean after all It was my money that paid for the phone right?
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How to root my new Note 2 i317 AT&T with 4.1.2 update?

I am having difficulty finding the thread here and I saw a few websites but not sure if I trust them. What is the best method, how-to for someone that has never rooted an android device before (done many iphones). Any good picture step-by-step procedures anywhere?
Thanks guys. I searched but had a hard time finding it here vs Google. Here is one I found, but unsure about it.
http://galaxynote2root.com/galaxy-note-2-root/how-to-root-galaxy-note-2-easiest-method/

Can't get any easier.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2050297
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Search before jumping and make sure you are good with returning to stock. All of this info is in the forums already.

Thanks but that doesn't look like a step-by-step instructions on what I was looking for. :/

Now is this how we start the new year off....OP the information has been provided, just take your time and do your homework, give attention to detail, so you do not wrong your device.
Other Members just provide as you have done, and no need to bash, Thank You all.

nizmoz said:
Thanks but that doesn't look like a step-by-step instructions on what I was looking for. :/
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I was going to say something mean but I decided not to.

I still don't see instructions anywhere on that page on how to do this root. Pretty sad I am getting better responses on other Android sites than this one. Plus what I do see is his rom has issues with 4.1.2 update.

nizmoz said:
I still don't see instructions anywhere on that page on how to do this root. Pretty sad I am getting better responses on other Android sites than this one. Plus what I do see is his rom has issues with 4.1.2 update.
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You amaze me but I will try one more time to help.
Look at the link I gave you in post 2. Download the app in post 1 of that thread. Install it and follow the instructions from that thread. They are there and detailed. You press a few buttons and are rooted. There is no ROM on that thread.
I say this in all seriousness and am not trying to be mean, but you need to stop and think before you move forward. If you are having trouble reading this thread and the one I linked to you, then you probably don't understand what to do without causing damage. Read, read, read, read, and then read some more before you go any further. There are also numerous threads in this forum giving detailed step by step instructions.
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nizmoz said:
I still don't see instructions anywhere on that page on how to do this root. Pretty sad I am getting better responses on other Android sites than this one. Plus what I do see is his rom has issues with 4.1.2 update.
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This video might help you, it exlains the thread/app Gvndeb60 posted:
http://youtu.be/G2_zHqsC4BE

There is a guide on Android Central with videos may help too! Same for process for the 4.1.2 update.

If you are having trouble understanding All those easy steps that are laid out for you. You should do research before rooting. Some things include learning what you can do when you root your device. It won't take long if you have some background in editing your phone system. But by the looks of it your going to seriously mess up your phone. And even if you are getting better responses on other sites. If you don't learn to respect people here you will be confused because every site that talks about rooting or provides a rom will lead you back here. This community is huge so learn to embrace and read threads before attacking our fellow members.
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nizmoz said:
I am having difficulty finding the thread here and I saw a few websites but not sure if I trust them. What is the best method, how-to for someone that has never rooted an android device before (done many iphones). Any good picture step-by-step procedures anywhere?
Thanks guys. I searched but had a hard time finding it here vs Google. Here is one I found, but unsure about it.
http://galaxynote2root.com/galaxy-note-2-root/how-to-root-galaxy-note-2-easiest-method/
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http://galaxynote2root.com/
just follow the video and you're good to go.

I did the root, but removed it since it broke my camera. So I need a root that does not break my camera and that doesn't require replacing those files as I saw online many not recommending it.

nizmoz said:
I did the root, but removed it since it broke my camera. So I need a root that does not break my camera and that doesn't require replacing those files as I saw online many not recommending it.
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Do the root by itself. Don't patch the exploit, as that's what appears to break the camera. I believe there's an option to undo the patch.
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just_visiting said:
http://galaxynote2root.com/
just follow the video and you're good to go.
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Simple easy to follow took less than 5 minutes... as opposed to my htc inspire 4g which was a pain in the ass! Before you root anything ask whats the design goal..identify the risks and BACKUP everything and make sure you know how to restore it! Lots of incredibly talented folks here it's ok to not know what your doing but not ok to not know who to ask before bulling ahead and making an expensive mistake!

wargear said:
Simple easy to follow took less than 5 minutes... as opposed to my htc inspire 4g which was a pain in the ass! Before you root anything ask whats the design goal..identify the risks and BACKUP everything and make sure you know how to restore it! Lots of incredibly talented folks here it's ok to not know what your doing but not ok to not know who to ask before bulling ahead and making an expensive mistake!
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Can I get an amen as to how far we have come from flashing the HTC inspire!!!!! What a pain in the arse that phone was to manipulate.S off,gold card,radio/matching ril etc,etc,etc.....lol,lol,lol

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Do the root by itself. Don't patch the exploit, as that's what appears to break the camera. I believe there's an option to undo the patch.
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Is this safe?
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Is this safe?
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I've done it. Many others have done it. No 3rd eye has yet to appear on my face. I say it's safe.
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Maybe this is a dumb question, but people say to backup your device before you root. I thought that making nandroid or titanium backups required root... So how does one restore to an unrooted device without first rooting?

UCLAKoolman said:
Maybe this is a dumb question, but people say to backup your device before you root. I thought that making nandroid or titanium backups required root... So how does one restore to an unrooted device without first rooting?
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I've never done any sort of backups prior to rooting any phones in the last 3 yrs. Everything u need to unroot are available online.

UCLAKoolman said:
Maybe this is a dumb question, but people say to backup your device before you root. I thought that making nandroid or titanium backups required root... So how does one restore to an unrooted device without first rooting?
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Probably not before rooting. Using the Exynos Abuse apk, you will root in 5 seconds. It will put Super user on your phone and you can get Titanium Backup and then backup all user and system apps to your SD card etc. You can then debloat apps etc. You should probably uninstall the app with TB and keep it for a few days to make sure your phones works properly before deleting the app. Before flashing a ROM you should always backup incase something goes wrong you have something to flash back to.

[Q] Rooting help neaded for note2

hey guys im new 2 android community... ive a galaxy note 2 GT-N7100 International version bought in India. Recently ive been thinkin 2 root my device for various mods like copyin/ installing games on memory card etc... so i wanna know wat software should i use 2 mod my device?? Also i wanna know if its safe??? Ive heard that rooted devices leads to void of warranty... is that true???
thanks in advance....

You should use the wonderful Note2 ToolKit, found here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1923956
Yes, rooting it voids your warranty. But you can flash back a stock ROM and unroot if you need to take your phone in for service.
All modifications have risks. Though rooting probably won't break your phone, an user error on your part just might, or malicious code might. You can never know that! You have to be careful and use your best judgment. Rooting is basically like logging in to a computer with an administrator account, you can change all the system settings and as a result you can really screw up your system if you are not careful.
I'm just saying all that to clarify that if you do root your device and mod it, have an accident and screw something up, it's your own fault. You need to always keep that in mind.
When you download the toolkit, the first thing you need to do is:
1) EFS backup
2) Full Nandroid backup
Do those two things first, then do whatever you want. If you have EFS and Nandroid backups you have a safety net in case something goes wrong later on.
Also: read, read, read. Read every single Note II guide and FAQ you can find here on XDA.

Read post #2 and 3 of this thread (though 1-9 all posts are informative for newbies)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1896696

* How to Root N1705 UK Version without voiding warranty? (flash counter etc)

Hi all,
Sorry for the noob question. I've been looking at root guides but am quite confused.
Firstly, most of the root guides are for N1700 and specific carrier variants, like T-mobile, AT&T etc.
I have a UK N1705 LTE model but I can't seem to find any guides on how to root it. Anyone know of any guides for the N1705 LTE model? It's unlocked.
Also, I don't want to void the warranty as I've already sent it in once for a fault so I would like to keep the warranty intact.
Furthermore, can someone please explain the different parts of the rooting process, like what is CWM recovery etc.
Willing to make a PayPal donation as my Note 2 is not feeling smooth anymore and I want to install either the Wanamlite Rom or the Jedi Rom. But people also take it a step further and install things like "red pill kernel" what is a kernel? Does it make the ROM better. I'm looking for a good root so I can speed up the Note 2 whilst keeping all the stock note 2 features intact but I want to mod the themes a bit and also connect a PS3 controller wirelessly which requries a root.
Thanks!

Anyone?

Try this it is what I used. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2032849

Myself author of above said thread by colint.
just read post #2 & 3 of above said thread, you will find answer to all your queries, though you can post there if you have any confusion.

colint3 said:
Try this it is what I used. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2032849
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dr.ketan said:
Myself author of above said thread by colint.
just read post #2 & 3 of above said thread, you will find answer to all your queries, though you can post there if you have any confusion.
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Thank you for your replies.
I'll post back in a week, just sent off my note 2 to samsung as I think the sim card reader is gone. Good thing I didn't root last night.
Also, I've heard horror stories about how people have rooted/installed ROMs etc but have lost their IMEI numbers/baseband etc, how can I prevent this?

1st thing to do after rooting is 'EFS Backup'
I have wrote this in bold red color, but still ppl never care to read and later suffers.

dr.ketan said:
1st thing to do after rooting is 'EFS Backup'
I have wrote this in bold red color, but still ppl never care to read and later suffers.
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Ok, so an EFS backup basically backs up IMEI, baseband etc?
Is there anything else I need to backup? I use the Note 2 kinda like a tablet and am going to keep Apps on the SD card so I don't mind if I lose contacts, messages etc.

thanks
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Try this it is what I used. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2032849
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thanks

My own opinion is that rooting does very little to speed anything on the Note 2. All it does is create headaches with backups and restore every time there is a new version of the rom. Unless you need a very specific feature for root (like colored LEDs, camera mute, etc..) I would stay away. My Note 2 was awesome until I rooted it, then the force close, force restart, and battery drain starts. If it is performance you after, try uninstalling some of your bloatware by disabling it from Application Manager. Root will not speed up the note 2 much at all. Another thing to consider is disabling the animations in developer options.

about rooting. please help!

hi all I'm trying to root my phone but there is so many different ways to tour. I would like the simplest way to root but I want it to do everything that all rooting software would do. I've come across one click options and would like to do those since I don't have to use my computer. Please help! Thanks

you are so going to get bashed in here for asking that question. The expectation is that everybody reads everything they can and then if they are hung up on something they can post a question. I am a relative noob although I have lurked on this site for a few years. I don't bash anybody though.
I understand your frustration.
I simply flashed a single .tar file to my phone while my phone was in download mode. I felt it was very simple using windows on my Mac. There is the very simple Exynos exploit file somewhere here where you download it and basically install it. I thought that this Exynos installation did something to the camera app.
Hopefully, somebody here will help you determine what is best for you. I really haven't tried many methods of root. I like to stick with one I am familiar with since a lot things might go wrong if not done right.
I am not sure what you mean by having the root method do everything that all rooting software would do. When you root you are just gaining access to portions of your phones files that are locked when you buy it. If you want more 'stuff' then you would flash a custom rom after rooting

Thanks for not bashing me. I'm def a noob and I'm new to the android community. I moved from an iPhone to galaxy n2 so I'm learning as I go. Thanks for your help!

mitz85 said:
Thanks for not bashing me. I'm def a noob and I'm new to the android community. I moved from an iPhone to galaxy n2 so I'm learning as I go. Thanks for your help!
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Check out Chainfire's method for rooting. It's very simple, there is even a video instruction going step by step. It took me 5 minutes and I came from an Iphone. Head on over to the Original android development subforum, you'll see it there. Good luck!

Google "exynos abuse" if you have not already taken the ota update.
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Google "exynos abuse" if you have not already taken the ota update.
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I used the exynos abuse because I didn't need to use my computer to do it and it worked fine. But once I did the latest OTA update from AT&T, I lost root. So I did the Chainfire method. (See http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1980644 )
t's really easy and took about 5 min.

You might find a few helpful things on the page I made here.. Samsung Galaxy Note 2 ROMs & Community Links

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mitz85 said:
hi all I'm trying to root my phone but there is so many different ways to tour. I would like the simplest way to root but I want it to do everything that all rooting software would do. I've come across one click options and would like to do those since I don't have to use my computer. Please help! Thanks
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Just got my Note 2 about 3 weeks ago and haven't ventured into rooting it yet, BUT I did research here on XDA about rooting before doing it to my Galaxy S2 (AT&T) and the one thing I want to mention is to take your time are read to confirm whether or not the procedures you're looking at are for the Note 2 AND for the variant you have. Using the wrong process (rooting, kerneling, installing custom rom) can cause all sorts of problems, so don't be impatient if you don't know what you're doing. And by all means DO A COMPLETE BACKUP before you do any rooting.
That said, when I did root my S2, it was a very easy process...took all of about 15 minutes to backup, root, install custom rom, etc.
Good luck...and let us know how you do!
Judi