[Q] Long journey of a F180L to E975 conversion - LG Optimus G (International)

I bought an F180L ( F180L - Korea LGUplus - LTE (LGUplus Band) / GSM / WCDMA / CDMA) ( it was a mistake, I was told that is the same as E975 and took it for granted. Already regretting it.). My goal is to be able to flash the latest custom roms and have good data connectivity ( if I am only able to have 2G speeds, it's no good). These roms are mostly created for E975. After browsing a couple of topics:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2334023
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2434917
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=38438579
I understood that the F180L to E975 conversion is not an easy thing :|. Even impossible.
Because I am not so familiar with modding and I will struggle ( I have to google search most of the terms here; my experience only includes the unlocking and rooting of mere two android phones), I created this thread in order to make this trasition as safe as it gets.
I have already rooted the phone with fromaroot. SuperSU is installed.
I tried to take EFS backup ( http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2164749). I assumed that I need to install a custom recovery ( CWM) or is there a stock recovery that can do the work? I pressed volume down+lock key and it only offered to return to stock condition.
I then tried to unlock the bootloader with FREEGEE. Well, that didn't go as planned either: i am seeing a white screen and in the notification bar it says installing, while it is already installed. Already istalled BusyBox ( I assumed it wanted me to, as when I pressed on the Freegee app icon, it sent me to busybox app in market).
Kind of outside my waters, would appreciate any hints

Hi!
I had the same problem - got an F180L (name Optimus G is the same as on the real E975)...
My problem was/is that FreeGee bricked the phone totally! Only download mode still working... I was coming from rooted stock Korean ROM 4.1.2. (F180L20S or F180L20R)
With the download mode I flashed TeenyBin and pushed via ADB a custom rom (CM10.2 that time) and GApps,
voila - CM10.2 installed.
Do not use TWRP as it has a different model identifier and you would have to modify CM ROM everytime you flash them, stick to CWM 6.0.3.7!
Also - do not flash any different BASEBANDs - as it is korean, you cannot change the available frequencies with simply flashing a different!
In germany I could live quite good with the korean one - LTE was no option for me (which would never work in germany though with a F180L)
But 3G and 3.6G+ (HSPA) was working well! (2 different networks tested: Vodafone and O2)
Hope thats helps a bit
But my next step is: revert back to stock as described in this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=48327429#post48327429
As I got my Nexus 5 and want to sell my good "old" F180L

here is a externallink

Thanks sunyakram
Both methods tried - no success!
Not that I have a problem with a rooted phone and CM, but others might have...

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[Q] lg p936 android 2.3.6 tele2 reboot

My phone is rebooting when I use the internet operator (tim) or wi-fi, it happens two or three times after each battery charge normally. Did you guys can guide me? I live in Brazil and bought the unit overseas and got interested in it have 4g lte network, hd screen. I tried to update the LG support Portugal but continued with the same problems, to access the internet or youtube or GPS (google maps) that is most often occurs when rebooting. Is it hardware problem, or is the firmware. I even saw some upgraded their lg optimus lte 93x for official ics rom, but were having problems similar to mine, but have not seen anyone with such a problem reporting system gingerbread. Please help me, this unit is not for sale in Brazil.
Are you completely stock for example no root no custom recovery like cwm or twrp? If you are it could point to a hardware problem. The latest gingerbread p936 ROM is the v10i released in January this year. It is available as a kdz file on the internet (just Google it). Use the kdz installer available under general on xda. Try installing it to see if your problems go away. Good luck.
Sent from my LG-P930 using xda app-developers app
Thanks for the help Swetnes, v10i kdz installed and my phone is working fine :good:.
I have a question and I am noob, if you can help me again. The thing is, I was wanting to put the official rom v20c lg P936 for it to work with ics now the problem is, if you later want to change it again to gingerbread, ics if not work well, I can do using official v10i kdz, using the same tools I used for this update, is back from ics for gingerbread only flashing kdz files?
p.batis said:
Thanks for the help Swetnes, v10i kdz installed and my phone is working fine :good:.
I have a question and I am noob, if you can help me again. The thing is, I was wanting to put the official rom v20c lg P936 for it to work with ics now the problem is, if you later want to change it again to gingerbread, ics if not work well, I can do using official v10i kdz, using the same tools I used for this update, is back from ics for gingerbread only flashing kdz files?
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You can install any kdz file with that installer you used to flash v10i. If you want to install cwm so you can install many custom ROMs go here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2044645
I hope this helps. Also make sure you are using the same kdz installer instead of the one in the guide if you have win 7/8.
Sent from my LG-P930 using xda app-developers app
P936 continues with random restart problems
Good morning, gentlemen.
My phone after install v10d kdz files, v10i, v20c (O2D and vodafone) continued to have random reboots, even worse when installed ics (v20c kdz) as well as random restart, still had to take the battery out and replace the handset to reconnect . Installed AnTuTu benchmark and checked on the issue of ram that my unit marked 768 mb of ram. I saw in the specs that the device actually has 1gb of ram in lg site. Is this is the cause of reboots? Took for technical assistance in Paraguay (where I bought the phone) has no technical assistance from lg and sale of the device in Brazil, I'm worried because technicians end up not take us too seriously. I explained to them that when used with frequency or internet connected the gps for some time and they will evaluate whether problem really. You have to post photo or check the device you in AnTuTu benchmark or other benchmark to see if my question makes sense?
thanks.

[Q] Is flashing the AT&T version really so complicated?

Can you please help me understand something?
Here's what I want to do:
I'd like to update to the 980H Panama ROM, since it's the best stock option for the AT&T model, to get the modem/baseband for Panama and then flash CyanogenMod.
Is it really complicated, or can I just follow these steps?
1) Download the Rom You Want! Choose your model, or if you wanting to flash the AT&T E980 to international version choose an E980H Model, The Panama E980H rom is Highly Recomended one
http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=X...Pro/Stock/
2) Download LG mobile support tool and Install it. (It will open up when its done just CLOSE IT OFF)
http://csmg.lgmobile.com:9002/client...2CAppSetup.exe
3) Download / Install FlashTool (R&D Test Tool)
http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=X.../Programs/
4) Install LG drivers (can skip if you already installed)
http://storagecow.eu/index.php?dir=X.../Programs/
5) Power off your G pro, press Volume Up + Volume Dn keys and then plus-in the usb cable (enter to a download mode)
6) Extract FlashTool and run UpTestEX.exe
7) In R&D Test Tool window,
Select Type = 3GQCT (top left hand side)
PhoneMode = DIAG (top right hand side)
Select kdz file = click to select your LG stock rom *.kdz
Click "Normal web upgrade test" (bottom right hand side)
Then another window "read phone information" pop up, click "Upgrade Start" button
wait a few seconds, another window "Select Country & Language" pop up,
=> Country=Republic of Korea
=> Language=English
you can click ok to proceed
8) All Done and wait for finish!
9) Be Sure that after flashing to perform a reset as for some reason flashing this does not remove what was there before until you reset. By turning off, Holding down power and Vol Down until it comes up on the screen.
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I saw the post about [GUIDE] [E980] Fix soft bricks. Flash back to stock using LGFLashTools
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I wanted to know if I need to follow the first or second set of instructions. The second set seems far more complicated!
Can I do it on Windows 8? What's the difference in the two steps about setting the PC clock back, getting a serial number, etc.? Is all that necessary just to flash a stock ROM?!
All I really want is a) Panama radios from the Panama ROM b) a CWM backup of stock ROM just in case, and 3 to install CyanogenMod which I plan to use as my daily ROM.
donalgodon said:
Can you please help me understand something?
Here's what I want to do:
I'd like to update to the 980H Panama ROM, since it's the best stock option for the AT&T model, to get the modem/baseband for Panama and then flash CyanogenMod.
Is it really complicated, or can I just follow these steps?
I saw the post about [GUIDE] [E980] Fix soft bricks. Flash back to stock using LGFLashTools
________________________________________
I wanted to know if I need to follow the first or second set of instructions. The second set seems far more complicated!
Can I do it on Windows 8? What's the difference in the two steps about setting the PC clock back, getting a serial number, etc.? Is all that necessary just to flash a stock ROM?!
All I really want is a) Panama radios from the Panama ROM b) a CWM backup of stock ROM just in case, and 3 to install CyanogenMod which I plan to use as my daily ROM.
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wasn't nearly as complicated as this seems when I did mine. I downloaded the required files to my PC, followed instructions to root, downloaded freegee from play store which unlocked the bootloader and installed recovery, booted into recovery, made my nandroids and flash my problems away. I don't use that ROM though I have PA 3.99 on mine... freaking love it thanks devs oh and I did this on my Windows 8 PC
That's helpful. I really just want the Panama Claro baseband/radio because I'm actually living in Panama and using Claro. Are they flashable or available as zips or do I need to get them from a full ROM flash?
donalgodon said:
That's helpful. I really just want the Panama Claro baseband/radio because I'm actually living in Panama and using Claro. Are they flashable or available as zips or do I need to get them from a full ROM flash?
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the modem I used was supplied by @madmack I'm on AT&T and it's flashable. I'm not so sure about your situation though sorry this is actually the first phone I've had that's been able to run custom ROMS as a reliable daily I had a HTC One X+ which was a complete nightmare.. I hope you figure it out soon good luck :fingers-crossed:
So, if I can summarize for clarification.
I plan to purchase E980 AT&T
I want to flash the 980H Claro Panama ROM, since I'm actually using Claro Panama as my provider.
I also plan to flash CM 10.2 and use it as my daily driver.
To accomplish this, I need to:
Flash the stock 980H ROM
Factory reset
Root
Install FreeGee app
Get the CWM it contains
Flash a Loki modified recovery
Backup my Stock 980H
Wipe data
Install CyanogenMod
Am I missing anything so far?
lg optimus g pro
hey when i try to install at&t stock rom in my phone it doesnt install anyhtng just come ready.

[Q] Need Help /Trouble/Advice/Suggestion

Problem
I Brought A new Gpro on 21st Dec E988 India, it worked fine for a week , Then I rooted it using the Sticky thread By ballshanglow.
Next day I see my 2G n/w signals are gone totally , I switch to 3G/WCDMA and Bam it works both voice data , but switching back to 2G still doesnt work.
What i tried
Factory reset using Power + Vol Down button : Problem still persists
Flashed original KDZ E988 10e India with Flash Tool : Problem Still persists
Flashed stick rom via Lg support tool : Problem Still Perists , still only 3G no 2G
Then
I thought Maybe it's a BB issue , but doesnt flashing stock KDZ as i did before restore the original BB ?
Anyways
1) I rooted my phone using the same method as above
2) Installed Latest Freegee
3) Installed CWM from there
4) Flashed a certain E988 10a(India) BB and Rebooted from CWM
Bam a bootloop , Now what should I do , I am stuck with no 2G network at all?
Request/Advice/ Suggestion
There is an awesome Thread which keeps track of all Stock KDZ
there should be a similar thread that keeps track of all latest BB too , Currently I see individual Devs have BB for somemodels or just a few BB in their own cloud and all of them are scattered .I would request some Senior Member here to create one thread as sticky so as to help every newbie.
Many people on different models of Gpro are having problems with CWM installed with freegee , some have touch problems on TWRP , i had them too , it would be good if the sticky threads could recommend which one to use.
Sticky threads should also explain the what all models our phone has , Concept of Recovery , BB , Modem , firmware as only people who have flashed a rom earlier would be aware of these terms , for others it might be rocket science
Personal Help
1) after a lot of searching I found E988 10a BB (India) , Does anyone know a newer version ?
2) Since CWM from freegee gave me Bootloop , can someone tell me which Recovery should i use CWM,TWRP or Philz touch and if cwm or Twrp how to install them aside from freegee?
Thanks Everyone who has took the pains of reading my Post and also to the one who try to help.
If you want to go for stock only and if you have rooted+cwm then try the below link..
Its stock e988 rom only (deodexed)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2584192
Sent from my LG-E988 using Tapatalk HD
roshandes said:
If you want to go for stock only and if you have rooted+cwm then try the below link..
Its stock e988 rom only (deodexed)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2584192
Sent from my LG-E988 using Tapatalk HD
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I have tried that My Friend but my Problem of no 2g signals coming still perisits.
It would be of great help if you could give me the latest BB to flash for E988 India.
My BB when phone came was - APQ8064/MDM9x15M
then after a week my 2G stopped after rooting
So I flashed E988 10a my BB was stll showing -APQ8064/MDM9x15M ais it nd problem didnt solve
So i flashed E988 HK BB my BB is still showing -APQ8064/MDM9x15M
is this okay ?
Can i flash E980 BB just to check whether that works or not ?
prabhjitsinghwalia said:
I have tried that My Friend but my Problem of no 2g signals coming still perisits.
It would be of great help if you could give me the latest BB to flash for E988 India.
My BB when phone came was - APQ8064/MDM9x15M
then after a week my 2G stopped after rooting
So I flashed E988 10a my BB was stll showing -APQ8064/MDM9x15M ais it nd problem didnt solve
So i flashed E988 HK BB my BB is still showing -APQ8064/MDM9x15M
is this okay ?
Can i flash E980 BB just to check whether that works or not ?
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Nothing i did Helped solve the problem , tried everything which was possible , finally flashed stock rom and gave to service center , they replaced MotherBoard(Thier olution to everything) and voila its now working!

Which is my phone? E980, E988 or F240L

I have done stupid things in my life, but this may top them.
I purchased an used AT&T Optimus G Pro (E980) few days ago. I bought it unlocked and was using it on T-Mobile network without any problem. I live around the area where I get LTE. AND I was getting LTE. I was successful in rooting it and was in the process of installing a custom recovery when I softbricked. No problem, right?
1. I first tried to use (TOT) found at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2420219 to get back to E980 stock. I could not get past 25% no matter what.
2. I then used (KDZ) to install F240L firmware. Dumb. I know, but at the time I did not know better.
3. I then used (KDZ) again to install E988. I had signal but only 2G speed.
4. I then used (TOT) to flash E980 stock. Great, but no signal. I tried various stuffs to get the signal working. I flashed all AT&T modems found. I tried installing different custom ROMs. I tried using dial pad method. I tried modifying bulidprop, but nothing is working.
5. I have also tried flashing Taiwan KDZ, Hong Kong KDZ, Central America KDZ, Panama KDZ, and German KDZ. I also tried 3 different AT&T TOT files. I can get signal on Taiwan & Hong Kong KDZ, but no signals on others.
6. I have successfully rooted my phone using Towelroot. I have installed SuperSu, BusyBox, an GPRO Kitkat Recvery.
6. Also, when I tried to flash different recoveries, it fails. PhilZ Touch CWM fails, and my phone is being recognized as the LG F240L and does not let me install at all even though I fully flashed Taiwan KDZ file (E988). LG 240L KDZ file is the first one I flashed when the AT&T TOT failed to flash.
I have no idea what I can do to get my LTE back. If someone can give any advise to get my modem work right, I would appreciate it. I am game to flashing any fimwares or trying different roms or anything.
Thanks.
Any help or suggestion is really appreciated.
qcshin said:
I have done stupid things in my life, but this may top them.
I purchased an used AT&T Optimus G Pro (E980) few days ago. I bought it unlocked and was using it on T-Mobile network without any problem. I live around the area where I get LTE. AND I was getting LTE. I was successful in rooting it and was in the process of installing a custom recovery when I softbricked. No problem, right?
1. I first tried to use (TOT) found at http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2420219 to get back to E980 stock. I could not get past 25% no matter what.
2. I then used (KDZ) to install F240L firmware. Dumb. I know, but at the time I did not know better.
3. I then used (KDZ) again to install E988. I had signal but only 2G speed.
4. I then used (TOT) to flash E980 stock. Great, but no signal. I tried various stuffs to get the signal working. I flashed all AT&T modems found. I tried installing different custom ROMs. I tried using dial pad method. I tried modifying bulidprop, but nothing is working.
5. I have also tried flashing Taiwan KDZ, Hong Kong KDZ, Central America KDZ, Panama KDZ, and German KDZ. I also tried 3 different AT&T TOT files. I can get signal on Taiwan & Hong Kong KDZ, but no signals on others.
6. I have successfully rooted my phone using Towelroot. I have installed SuperSu, BusyBox, an GPRO Kitkat Recvery.
6. Also, when I tried to flash different recoveries, it fails. PhilZ Touch CWM fails, and my phone is being recognized as the LG F240L and does not let me install at all even though I fully flashed Taiwan KDZ file (E988). LG 240L KDZ file is the first one I flashed when the AT&T TOT failed to flash.
I have no idea what I can do to get my LTE back. If someone can give any advise to get my modem work right, I would appreciate it. I am game to flashing any fimwares or trying different roms or anything.
Thanks.
Any help or suggestion is really appreciated.
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Hello, I hope you already solved your problem by the time I'm writing this, but if you haven't, here is some extras to consider.
It could be funny to think about it, but it happens to everyone, we do everything we should, and we forget the basic stuff.
For basic stuff I'm referring to going into network preferences and setting up 4G/LTE as preferred network, you may also try to scan networks and see if a 4G/LTE network is on the list for your carrier, and obviously select it, if you don't see 4G networks then there could be an issue with your modem-rom combination, try something else.
Other thing is the APN, remember to set up the proper APN, maybe your phone had the proper setup when it came to you first but you wiped it all when you started flashing roms.
There are other advanced options that I haven't used to try to set 4G as preferred networks, but since I don't have 4G with my carrier I haven't had your problems to know they are, be sure to google them or search here on XDA.
Hope this helps bro!, let us know what works for you of if you still need ideas.
Still looking
Jose-MXL said:
Hello, I hope you already solved your problem by the time I'm writing this, but if you haven't, here is some extras to consider.
It could be funny to think about it, but it happens to everyone, we do everything we should, and we forget the basic stuff.
For basic stuff I'm referring to going into network preferences and setting up 4G/LTE as preferred network, you may also try to scan networks and see if a 4G/LTE network is on the list for your carrier, and obviously select it, if you don't see 4G networks then there could be an issue with your modem-rom combination, try something else.
Other thing is the APN, remember to set up the proper APN, maybe your phone had the proper setup when it came to you first but you wiped it all when you started flashing roms.
There are other advanced options that I haven't used to try to set 4G as preferred networks, but since I don't have 4G with my carrier I haven't had your problems to know they are, be sure to google them or search here on XDA.
Hope this helps bro!, let us know what works for you of if you still need ideas.
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Thanks for your suggestion! I have an option to select GSM/WCDMA/LTE auto which has been selected. I have also manually entered the correct APN setting. I think I had messed up my phone when I flashed F240L firmware, but I am still looking for a way to get it start working properly again if possible.
Sorry i do not speak english, I use google translator
I think you need the E980 stock room
I think the following link can help you:
1. TOT, dll firmware E980:
lgviet.com/forum/threads/tong-hop-KDZ-firmware-tot-and-dll-for-F240-LSK-e988-e980.17058
2. Soft-Brick:
lgviet.com/forum/threads/huong-dan-soft-brick-Vuot-loi-kdz.14917
3. LG G PRO 4.4.2 - Root - Recovery - KDZ.
lgviet.com/forum/threads/moi-thu-ve-lg-g-pro-4-4-2-root-recovery-kdz.14841
lgviet.com/forum/threads/root-recovery-stock-4-4-2-kitkat-g-pro-f240l-s-k.15539
nguyentrung84 said:
Sorry i do not speak english, I use google translator
I think you need the E980 stock room
I think the following link can help you:
1. TOT, dll firmware E980:
lgviet.com/forum/threads/tong-hop-KDZ-firmware-tot-and-dll-for-F240-LSK-e988-e980.17058
2. Soft-Brick:
lgviet.com/forum/threads/huong-dan-soft-brick-Vuot-loi-kdz.14917
3. LG G PRO 4.4.2 - Root - Recovery - KDZ.
lgviet.com/forum/threads/moi-thu-ve-lg-g-pro-4-4-2-root-recovery-kdz.14841
lgviet.com/forum/threads/root-recovery-stock-4-4-2-kitkat-g-pro-f240l-s-k.15539
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Thanks for your help. I had already tried them all. Nothing is working.
can u tell us which model is it by removing battery and reading the label?

[SOLVED][Q] Need help urgently [ARTMOD 6]

Hello everyone! As I am new here I'd like to say HI to XDA community!
Okay, what I've done so far is this to my E975 INTL
Rooted, bootloader unlocked and CWM by MAKO method (No problems)
Upgraded to CM12 (No problems)
Restored Nandroid (No problems)
Upgraded to ARTMOD V6 (PROBLEM: Turned to F180L and bricked)
After two days of brick I used LG S/W Update tool and upgraded my phone.... It upgraded to F180L30c .... I want to revert to my own E975 INTL.... How's that possible? Used KDZ method from Upgrader and it won't work.... It would unpack E97510c KDZ and then my phone would boot into fastboot menu... And then nothing... How to make it work? If any other method then please tell me what is it... Please I need help to get rid of this Korean ROM (KK 4.4.2)
Software Upgrade [KDZ] gives errors:
WParam: 100
LParam: 210
I am really disappointed that no one replied on my previous questions... Only 100+ views.
MZ_. said:
Hello everyone! As I am new here I'd like to say HI to XDA community!
Okay, what I've done so far is this to my E975 INTL
Rooted, bootloader unlocked and CWM by MAKO method (No problems)
Upgraded to CM12 (No problems)
Restored Nandroid (No problems)
Upgraded to ARTMOD V6 (PROBLEM: Turned to F180L and bricked)
After two days of brick I used LG S/W Update tool and upgraded my phone.... It upgraded to F180L30c .... I want to revert to my own E975 INTL.... How's that possible? Used KDZ method from Upgrader and it won't work.... It would unpack E97510c KDZ and then my phone would boot into fastboot menu... And then nothing... How to make it work? If any other method then please tell me what is it... Please I need help to get rid of this Korean ROM (KK 4.4.2)
Software Upgrade [KDZ] gives errors:
WParam: 100
LParam: 210
I am really disappointed that no one replied on my previous questions... Only 100+ views.
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What helped with me is just to flash a kitkat stock rom and flash a e975 modem afterwards. ARTmod is a e975 rom so I dont get how you ran into this problem. Flash an earlier version of ARTmod. Im running ARTmod 5,5 after running into the same problem after flashing sling rom. I hope this works for you
Thanks.... Just a little help
Thanks a lot mate... I owe you one! Done.... Now I'm unbricked and am running E9750C Vietnam's.... I restored IMEI and EFS but still I'm having weak network signals.... When I bought the phone it was on E97510C OPEN HK..... I need to get open Hong Kong version (from KDZ) toget my signal strength back? I'm 50 meters away from networks tower... Still I lose signals literally every time..... Please help me on this.... Thanks alot for answering me.... I don't know how it happened.... Logs were like:
Wiping system
Complete
Wiping baseband
Complete
Installation complete, please reboot :-/
Couldn't mount system or anything.... Flashing kdz worked... Consumed 4 gigabyte download for KDZ lol and if you can please give me woking link for hong kong KDZ E97510C-OPEN-HK
Kdz flashing worked .... Just had to relock boot loader and uninstall custom recovery...
MZ_. said:
Thanks a lot mate... I owe you one! Done.... Now I'm unbricked and am running E9750C Vietnam's.... I restored IMEI and EFS but still I'm having weak network signals.... When I bought the phone it was on E97510C OPEN HK..... I need to get open Hong Kong version (from KDZ) toget my signal strength back? I'm 50 meters away from networks tower... Still I lose signals literally every time..... Please help me on this.... Thanks alot for answering me.... I don't know how it happened.... Logs were like:
Wiping system
Complete
Wiping baseband
Complete
Installation complete, please reboot :-/
Couldn't mount system or anything.... Flashing kdz worked... Consumed 4 gigabyte download for KDZ lol and if you can please give me woking link for hong kong KDZ E97510C-OPEN-HK
Kdz flashing worked .... Just had to relock boot loader and uninstall custom recovery...
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I dont think it has much to do with the rom itself, you need to flash the baseband again. Usually that works with other roms.

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