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[Q] Switching ROMS?

hi i have a note 2 sgh-I317m and im currently on CleanRom 5.0
ive been looking at the new Ditto rom for note 2 and i want to switch, but is there a certain process i have to go through to switch? or can i just upgrade on top of cleanrom atm?

You should follow the op's (developer) instructions..Some of these 4.3 roms want you to flash a file for the 4.3 bootloader...I'd read the instructions very carefully and read as many post as you can because more then usual you'll face the same issues they had...
good luck

PhillyTorr said:
hi i have a note 2 sgh-I317m and im currently on CleanRom 5.0
ive been looking at the new Ditto rom for note 2 and i want to switch, but is there a certain process i have to go through to switch? or can i just upgrade on top of cleanrom atm?
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Check out that rom tonight. He is adding a new version so wait and see if it's set up for the 317m
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awesome k thanks alot! im using TWRP also so would it work for 4.3 or do i need to flash something else onto it

PhillyTorr said:
awesome k thanks alot! im using TWRP also so would it work for 4.3 or do i need to flash something else onto it
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If your on 4.1.2 you will need to either flash the att I317 leak if your on att it's on post 226 in the general forum att 4.3 leak or flash a 4.3 bootloader as per the ops instruction in the rom you want. Both use Odin. If you pick the first option it will wipe your device and make you fully stock. So it will require you to root again and flash twrp. The up side it's the most stable way. The second uses Odin to flash. Some have reported problems. Read through the first few pages of the rom to see the issues.
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wow ok thanks! ya im on 4.1.2 right now so i have to do that, but im with rogers, when i flashed CleanROM it said att and rogers are similar so i guess that will apply here too but ill read up on it to make sure!

PhillyTorr said:
wow ok thanks! ya im on 4.1.2 right now so i have to do that, but im with rogers, when i flashed CleanROM it said att and rogers are similar so i guess that will apply here too but ill read up on it to make sure!
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Flash the 4.3 rogers update official and reroot etc see if there is a 4.3 rogers bootloader to flash separate.
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210euser said:
Flash the 4.3 rogers update official and reroot etc see if there is a 4.3 rogers bootloader to flash separate.
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Can i do a OTA update on my phone or will that not work? and whats the best way to back up your phone before doing all this?

Definitely read and read some more before you jump into something.

PhillyTorr said:
Can i do a OTA update on my phone or will that not work? and whats the best way to back up your phone before doing all this?
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OTA will only work with a stock 3e recovery...
But taking a factory update over the top of a rooted rom is not a good idea...
Backups are done with a custom recovery...and yes...you need to start reading and learning the proper steps or you will end up making a paper weight..... g
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gregsarg said:
OTA will only work with a stock 3e recovery...
But taking a factory update over the top of a rooted rom is not a good idea...
Backups are done with a custom recovery...and yes...you need to start reading and learning the proper steps or you will end up making a paper weight..... g
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ok thanks!! S:
hmm so to go from 4.1.2. to 4.3 i need to flash a 4.3 rom, then re root, then flash TWRP again, then DN3 rom (once its out) ?

PhillyTorr;4817301p said:
ok thanks!! S:
hmm so to go from 4.1.2. to 4.3 i need to flash a 4.3 rom, then re root, then flash TWRP again, then DN3 rom (once its out) ?
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No just flash 4.3 over top of the rom your using now no need to do all that. Just make sure to read flashing instructions carefully though as others have stated

[Q] Help Installing Stock Rooted ROM 4.4.2

i'm trying to get my Gear to function properly (or atleast get notifications to work).
A little confused where to start... I'm hoping a stock ROM with root will work.
Can someone point me to a HOW TO to install a stock rooted rom for my m919?
Right now I have the Infamous GE 4.4.2 ROM on my s4.

re: M919 stock firmware
elproduc3r said:
i'm trying to get my Gear to function properly (or atleast get notifications to work).
A little confused where to start... I'm hoping a stock ROM with root will work.
Can someone point me to a HOW TO to install a stock rooted rom for my m919?
Right now I have the Infamous GE 4.4.2 ROM on my s4.
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Go to http://SamMobile.com and download the 4.3 Tmobile M919 USA stock official rom.
Odin flash the stock rom and be sure to do a full wipe before flashing.
Always make a nandroid backup in recovery before flashing anything.
Good luck!

elproduc3r said:
i'm trying to get my Gear to function properly (or atleast get notifications to work).
A little confused where to start... I'm hoping a stock ROM with root will work.
Can someone point me to a HOW TO to install a stock rooted rom for my m919?
Right now I have the Infamous GE 4.4.2 ROM on my s4.
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Or you could download a CWM-flashable stock/rooted ROM from the Android Development section and flash that. Which ones are stock/rooted? Read the OP. The information will be there. Be sure to update your modem as well.

Misterjunky said:
Go to http://SamMobile.com and download the 4.3 Tmobile M919 USA stock official rom.
Odin flash the stock rom and be sure to do a full wipe before flashing.
Always make a nandroid backup in recovery before flashing anything.
Good luck!
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Do i need to update my modem or radio before i flash the firmware from sammobile?

elproduc3r said:
Do i need to update my modem or radio before i flash the firmware from sammobile?
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No, it will update it for you if needed.. I suggest you flash stock ROM instead though..
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elproduc3r said:
Do i need to update my modem or radio before i flash the firmware from sammobile?
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Take in count that by flashing the MK2 stock tar you will end up with the knox bootloader. If you trip the knox flag you will not be entitled to warranty work. If that does not matter to you, then go ahead and flash ;b
Your best bet to prevent this is to get a stock rom cwm flashable that does not include the bootloader.

thanks everyone.
just so i'm clear (i already soft bricked my phone), you all suggest getting the cwm stock rom and update my modem first?

elproduc3r said:
thanks everyone.
just so i'm clear (i already soft bricked my phone), you all suggest getting the cwm stock rom and update my modem first?
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Correct
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Thanks again everyone.
will this rom work:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2545711
Also I'm having trouble finding a how-to update my modem. can someone point me to a how to update modem for my m919?

This is how I updated my modem: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2544612
That rom looks like it should work.
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Just showing you my baseband. I'm on a dif. rom.
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thanks to everyone
i just thanked everyone...
updated my modem and don't have any sound issues.
now to flash my rom...

It worked! I have 4.3 stock and mk2 modem.
And i finally have all the gear apps working.
Thanks everyone for your help.
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[Q] Need help in resetting the counter

Hey everyone the headphone connector on my note 2 is broken and i have to give it to samsung for the repairs
However as i have rooted the phone earlier when it was on the 4.2 the counter is set to 4
and also i have upgraded it to 4.3 which has the knox and now it's not letting me root the 4.3
please tell me how to root the 4.3 i have tried the safe root it simply restarts the phone but no root
i am attaching the screen shot of the firmware details
plz help ASAP as i have to give it for the repairs
and many many thanks

serein1 said:
Hey everyone the headphone connector on my note 2 is broken and i have to give it to samsung for the repairs
However as i have rooted the phone earlier when it was on the 4.2 the counter is set to 4
and also i have upgraded it to 4.3 which has the knox and now it's not letting me root the 4.3
please tell me how to root the 4.3 i have tried the safe root it simply restarts the phone but no root
i am attaching the screen shot of the firmware details
plz help ASAP as i have to give it for the repairs
and many many thanks
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Hello @serein1,
Are you 100% sure you completed the saferoot instructions completely? Also, a good way to test if you do have root is to download Root Checker Also from mine and my friends experience with samsung repairs, they don't care about having a rooted status or a custom status if it has to do with hardware. But, Not everyone is the same at samsung ... Also check if Knox is voided because safe root does not trigger Knox to be disabled. Lastly, if you don't want to risk not getting it repaired I would flash Stock rom using Odin.

Downgrade to stock 4.1.2 rom, then root it, use triangle away to reset the counter and then do the compete unroot.
Done.
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jakuburban said:
Downgrade to stock 4.1.2 rom, then root it, use triangle away to reset the counter and then do the compete unroot.
Done.
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I am sorry to hijack the topic but have about the same prob.
eally just need a link for a stock rom 4.1.2 and the instructions to make it work with odin.
I mean where to put the files in pda phone and so on.

Thanks everyone
I have tried the instructions as mentioned for the safe root
it gives error unsupported device and then goes away
there's another thing I have noticed the safe root command prompt window on the top says S4 and not note 2 however I have downloaded the safe root from the note 2 forum section
The knox counter is already set to 1 now DAMN
I also would like to go back to the 4.1.2 and while downgrading using the ODIN it says unsupported on the phone screen and doesn't flashes the phone
How do we downgrade from the 4.3 that has the knox to the 4.1.2
thanks again

ikkeenjij36 said:
I am sorry to hijack the topic but have about the same prob.
eally just need a link for a stock rom 4.1.2 and the instructions to make it work with odin.
I mean where to put the files in pda phone and so on.
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Try to find some firmware on sammobile site or here on xda (just search for the word stock).
After that You put the phone into a download mode, connect it to a PC and choose the downloaded (extracted) firmware under the pda/ap button.

Thanks that worked and it is back to stock now.
Now just get the flash counter back to 0 again.

Everything worked out fine and is temporarly replaced by an s3
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@ikkeenjij36 how come you can downgrade to stock 4.1.2? Can you show me? What I know is that, bootloader from MK4 above cannot be downgraded, unless you're MJ5 and you need to use Dr.ketan bootloader patch.

ikkeenjij36 said:
Everything worked out fine and is temporarly replaced by an s3
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Why did you downgrade to an s3 n.a.
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Naruto1215 said:
@ikkeenjij36 how come you can downgrade to stock 4.1.2? Can you show me? What I know is that, bootloader from MK4 above cannot be downgraded, unless you're MJ5 and you need to use Dr.ketan bootloader patch.
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I think You can flash some 4.1.2 ROM via CWM and then You will be able to flash some stock 4.1.2.

[Q]********Lots questions on Installing NEW bootloader for 4.2 and 4.3 firmware*****

Hi guys,
I have two T-mobile galaxy s4 M919, one is on MDL firmware and the other is on MK2 firmware.
Here is a few question I really need your wisdom and suggestion.
1. For the MDL firmware, I have simunlocked and rooted it. Also installed TWRP.
Now I am loooking to install the Omega kitkat rom v30. In its installation instruction it requires as following:
Flash the new bootloder and modems with odin
Bootloader -> BL_I9505XXUFNAD_481100_REV06_user_low_ship_MULTI_C ERT.tar.md5
If you already have the new Kit Kat bootloader there is no need to flash it again.
Modems XXUFNC9 -> I9505XXUFNC9_GSM_LTE_Modems.tar
My questions are :
1). Do I need to update my t-mobile bootloader? ( I know should use t-mobile ones). I know if updated could not go back.
2). I thinks I need to install a kitkat modem, which one should I use? Or I should just flash the KT-SGS4 - MJ5 kernel ?
3). If I just want to flash the Insane rom, do I also need to flash bootloader and flash NB4 modem?
Now is questions for the other phone.
2. For the phone with MK2 firnware s4 ( this is another Phone!), I have been following this guide to sim unlock it :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2654058
I am downloding files now. just want to make sure
1) do I need to odin back to 4.3 after my phone is unlocke with old MDL system.
2) if I want to install 4.4 roms, what should I do ?
Thank you for any of your suggestion or ideas.

laofan said:
Hi guys,
I have two T-mobile galaxy s4 M919, one is on MDL firmware and the other is on MK2 firmware.
Here is a few question I really need your wisdom and suggestion.
1. For the MDL firmware, I have simunlocked and rooted it. Also installed TWRP.
Now I am loooking to install the Omega kitkat rom v30. In its installation instruction it requires as following:
Flash the new bootloder and modems with odin
Bootloader -> BL_I9505XXUFNAD_481100_REV06_user_low_ship_MULTI_C ERT.tar.md5
If you already have the new Kit Kat bootloader there is no need to flash it again.
Modems XXUFNC9 -> I9505XXUFNC9_GSM_LTE_Modems.tar
My questions are :
1). Do I need to update my t-mobile bootloader? ( I know should use t-mobile ones). I know if updated could not go back.
2). I thinks I need to install a kitkat modem, which one should I use? Or I should just flash the KT-SGS4 - MJ5 kernel ?
3). If I just want to flash the Insane rom, do I also need to flash bootloader and flash NB4 modem?
Now is questions for the other phone.
2. For the phone with MK2 firnware s4 ( this is another Phone!), I have been following this guide to sim unlock it :
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2654058
I am downloding files now. just want to make sure
1) do I need to odin back to 4.3 after my phone is unlocke with old MDL system.
2) if I want to install 4.4 roms, what should I do ?
Thank you for any of your suggestion or ideas.
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OK. For the MDL phone you should only update your modem unless you want Knox. I see that the files you have chosen are for th I9505. You should never flash international Bootloader or modem or you will brick the phone. So just flash the nb4 modem and flash a KitKat ROM so you can keep your warranty.
Now for the 4.3 phone. All you have to do is root it and flash the nb4 modem or you can flash the full firmware. Either way will work for you since you already have Knox it doesn't really matter.
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mrzhadow said:
OK. For the MDL phone you should only update your modem unless you want Knox. I see that the files you have chosen are for th I9505. You should never flash international Bootloader or modem or you will brick the phone. So just flash the nb4 modem and flash a KitKat ROM so you can keep your warranty.
Now for the 4.3 phone. All you have to do is root it and flash the nb4 modem or you can flash the full firmware. Either way will work for you since you already have Knox it doesn't really matter.
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thank you for the timing reply. Now I have more confidence to do next.
just wanted to clarify, For MDL phone, I should flash NB4 modem, kitkat rom and then a T-mobile kernel if going for the Omega i9505 Rom. am I correct?

laofan said:
thank you for the timing reply. Now I have more confidence to do next.
just wanted to clarify, For MDL phone, I should flash NB4 modem, kitkat rom and then a T-mobile kernel if going for the Omega i9505 Rom. am I correct?
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Correct. You can try the mk2 modem first if you like and then try nb4. You can switch them as you like depending on their performance. Its totally up to you. I would just hate to see you waste your warranty. Not everybody is as lucky as you and I my friend. We both have the stock MDL Bootloader. That's something to brag about now days!!:thumbup:
BTW I am on Insane KitKat and I gotta be honest with you, it is by far the best ROM I have used since MIUI back in my vibrant days! Keep calm, read and flash on my friend!! Wow! From now on that should be my signature jk
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Just so you are aware though. Flashing international ROMs will break some features in your phone like WiFi calling and who knows what else.
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mrzhadow said:
Correct. You can try the mk2 modem first if you like and then try nb4. You can switch them as you like depending on their performance. Its totally up to you. I would just hate to see you waste your warranty. Not everybody is as lucky as you and I my friend. We both have the stock MDL Bootloader. That's something to brag about now days!!:thumbup:
BTW I am on Insane KitKat and I gotta be honest with you, it is by far the best ROM I have used since MIUI back in my vibrant days! Keep calm, read and flash on my friend!! Wow! From now on that should be my signature jk
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Haha, thanks! I would install insane in one phone and the Omega in the other ( the Omega rom is the hottest rom for i9505).
Cheers.

laofan said:
Haha, thanks! I would install insane in one phone and the Omega in the other ( the Omega rom is the hottest rom for i9505).
Cheers.
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Salud my friend!
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OF7 Odin TAR available for download

The 5.1.1 build OF7 is available for download.
:good::good:
Download Links:
DIRECT LINK
MEGA thanks @Konner920!
Sammobile
Samsung-Updates
Let me know if you have any good links (onedrive, google drive, mega, etc.). Do mention me so that I get a notification!

I'm uploading both edge and S6 to mega right now.
S6: https://mega.nz/#!4olBQRzZ!_cO5zdExFGBY8Hjge_ocgDMZIiq4YQ2ajcnMQfUDDn8
S6 Edge: https://mega.nz/#!hl9ClQDB!PHxHmBatMY6r_k0dJnAzqHs6O1Hak2LUJU5EwmOKJ2o
itskapil

Let me offer a big thank you to you both...in addition to the usual clicks. This will help a lot of people.

Thanks
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Will this one NOT wipe data like the last available tar? That would be nice.

No data wipe. Still waiting for a reason to root and trip knox...
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Thank you!!!

asafegous said:
No data wipe. Still waiting for a reason to root and trip knox...
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I say the same about twrp.

If I flash this will it trip Knox? I'm not rooted.

Lunus said:
If I flash this will it trip Knox? I'm not rooted.
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No.

If I flash will this trip Knox and/or un-root my phone? Obviously, I'm rooted.

can I flash this over ofe?
On another note, can I revert back to 5.0.2? 5.1.1 just plain sucks in my opinion....

Saafir said:
To answer the repetitive question: No, you cannot downgrade. This has been going on since 4.3 I believe?
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My bad for even asking than....I never took updates I've always stayed on the lesser 4.1.1 roms and flashed custom 5.x roms over. On a side note, can you flash say sac23 rom 5.0.2? I will say in advanced, I don't look around for these answers and its easier to ask than spend 2-3+ hours trying to find a,close enough answer.

Galaxy S5 Sport
Will this work for the sport model? I can't find anything in a search on XDA for a TAR for the sport model. any help is greatly needed, thanks.

I have a Quick Question:
I have a rooted Galaxy S6 Software Ver. ending in OE2. I am on stock room but would like to update to 5.1.1
If i use Odin to update would it trip knox?
If I just flash a stock Sprint Rom with Odin will it Trip Knox in any way? I am just trying to get to 5.1.1 from 5.0.2
Thanks in Advanced.

m3davis said:
I have a Quick Question:
I have a rooted Galaxy S6 Software Ver. ending in OE2. I am on stock room but would like to update to 5.1.1
If i use Odin to update would it trip knox?
If I just flash a stock Sprint Rom with Odin will it Trip Knox in any way? I am just trying to get to 5.1.1 from 5.0.2
Thanks in Advanced.
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No.. It will not trip Knox if you flash a stock sprint rom tar file via Odin