Samsung Galaxy SM-G960W OTA? - Samsung Galaxy S9 Questions & Answers

Is anyone with the s9 sm-g960w getting any updates after the February security patch. I haven't received anything after that but I see firmware for the june security patch everywhere. my bootloader isn't unlocked so I can't flash the firmware for that on odin. Anyone know where i can get the ota update zip for the SM-G960W so I can sideload it in the stock recovery?

I still use SamFirm (https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/general/tool-samfirm-samsung-firmware-t2988647). It still seems to work for me (I'm using Sasktel BWA).
I downloaded the May 2018 update and it prompted me to update to the June one OTA in July. The current one for the 960W in SamFirm includes the June Security Patch.

maydax said:
I still use SamFirm (https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/general/tool-samfirm-samsung-firmware-t2988647). It still seems to work for me (I'm using Sasktel BWA).
I downloaded the May 2018 update and it prompted me to update to the June one OTA in July. The current one for the 960W in SamFirm includes the June Security Patch.
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How did you install it? by odin? I can't install by odin. I'm trying to get the ota update zip so I can flash it through the stock recovery

maydax said:
I still use SamFirm (https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-tab-s/general/tool-samfirm-samsung-firmware-t2988647). It still seems to work for me (I'm using Sasktel BWA).
I downloaded the May 2018 update and it prompted me to update to the June one OTA in July. The current one for the 960W in SamFirm includes the June Security Patch.
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Is your bootloader locked or unlocked?

I used a patched Odin 3.13.1 (https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/patched-odin-3-13-1-t3762572)
Not sure if the patched version was needed to flash but it flashed fine. I just used it and put the phone in Download mode to flash. The zip downloaded by samfirm contained:
AP_G960WVLU2ARF7_CL13734144_QB18603499_REV01_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT_ meta.tar.md5
BL_G960WVLU2ARF7_CL13734144_QB18603499_REV01_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CP_G960WVLU2ARF7_CP9965564_CL13734144_QB18603499_REV01_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
CSC_OMC_OYV_G960WOYV2ARF7_CL13734144_QB18603499_REV01_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
HOME_CSC_OMC_OYV_G960WOYV2ARF7_CL13734144_QB18603499_REV01_user_low_ship_MULTI_CERT.tar.md5
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AFAIK my boot loader is locked since the 960w is a North American snapdragon.

maydax said:
I used a patched Odin 3.13.1 (https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/software/patched-odin-3-13-1-t3762572)
Not sure if the patched version was needed to flash but it flashed fine. I just used it and put the phone in Download mode to flash. The zip downloaded by samfirm contained:
AFAIK my boot loader is locked since the 960w is a North American snapdragon.
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I keep getting this then nothing happens when I use any version of odin

I seem to be using a different version but I always flash the 4 files as shown in the attached picture. I also backup my phone to my PC using Smart Switch before flashing as well.
Also do you have the phone in download mode?
Edit: In the CSC box select the file that starts with HOME_CSC_ not CSC_ file. Using CSC_ will wipe your phone.

maydax said:
I seem to be using a different version but I always flash the 4 files as shown in the attached picture. I also backup my phone to my PC using Smart Switch before flashing as well.
Also do you have the phone in download mode?
Edit: In the CSC box select the file that starts with HOME_CSC_ not CSC_ file.
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I've done that before too still the same result

Sounds like a possible connection issue. I'd try a different usb port and/or cable to see if that helps.
I know when I used Apple I had issues with updating because Comodo Internet Security was blocking itunes from connecting to Apple for some odd reason. Might be something similar in your case.
I'm also using Windows 10 x64 1803.

Bangbang_cannon said:
How did you install it? by odin? I can't install by odin. I'm trying to get the ota update zip so I can flash it through the stock recovery
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You don't need an unlocked bootloader to flash stock firmware with ODIN

Bangbang_cannon said:
I've done that before too still the same result
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Saw your post and gave flashing firmware a try (as I was on Feb 1 sp). Long story short soft bricked the phone and didn't know how to go into download mode (nothing else worked)
After a restless night found that volume down + bixby key + power = download mode
So what I did:
1. Install https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows
2. Restart PC
3. Download https://dl.sammobile.com/Odin3-v3.13.1.zip
4. Find latest firmware of your carrier on https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?exact=1&q=SM-G960W
5. Go to https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/SM-G960W/VTR/download/G960WVLU1ARBG/223050/ - follow instructions on the right hand side (soft brick happened because I only flashed AP instead of all 4 files)
I think you probably missed to install the drivers.
Not sure if we are allowed to flash firmwares from different carriers?
Hope this helps

bekcicandrej said:
Saw your post and gave flashing firmware a try (as I was on Feb 1 sp). Long story short soft bricked the phone and didn't know how to go into download mode (nothing else worked)
After a restless night found that volume down + bixby key + power = download mode
So what I did:
1. Install https://developer.samsung.com/galaxy/others/android-usb-driver-for-windows
2. Restart PC
3. Download https://dl.sammobile.com/Odin3-v3.13.1.zip
4. Find latest firmware of your carrier on https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?exact=1&q=SM-G960W
5. Go to https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/SM-G960W/VTR/download/G960WVLU1ARBG/223050/ - follow instructions on the right hand side (soft brick happened because I only flashed AP instead of all 4 files)
I think you probably missed to install the drivers.
Not sure if we are allowed to flash firmwares from different carriers?
Hope this helps
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Same issue but now it loads to the end to tell me it failed
You know anywhere to get canadian ota zip that can be sideload in stock recovery?
btw what does it say on the top left side for you on download mode?

Bangbang_cannon said:
Same issue but now it loads to the end to tell me it failed
You know anywhere to get canadian ota zip that can be sideload in stock recovery?
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It seems that your windows os is giving issues, had similar issue on windows 7.
Sorry, just getting into Samsung, so I really don't know much

Bangbang_cannon said:
Same issue but now it loads to the end to tell me it failed
You know anywhere to get canadian ota zip that can be sideload in stock recovery?
btw what does it say on the top left side for you on download mode?
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Make sure you don't have Kies running in the background on your PC. Also try another USB cable and USB port. If you're plugged into a USB 3 port (blue) try changing to a USB 2 port. Make sure your Antivirus isn't blocking it.

Tel864 said:
Make sure you don't have Kies running in the background on your PC. Also try another USB cable and USB port. If you're plugged into a USB 3 port (blue) try changing to a USB 2 port. Make sure your Antivirus isn't blocking it.
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Trying it out now on a different pc with usb 2.0 ports

Tel864 said:
Make sure you don't have Kies running in the background on your PC. Also try another USB cable and USB port. If you're plugged into a USB 3 port (blue) try changing to a USB 2 port. Make sure your Antivirus isn't blocking it.
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Thanks @Tel864 and @bekcicandrej it worked on my laptop on usb 3.0 and 2.0
It's definitely something on my pc that isn't allowing it to flash to s9.

Bangbang_cannon said:
Thanks @Tel864 and @bekcicandrej it worked on my laptop on usb 3.0 and 2.0
It's definitely something on my pc that isn't allowing it to flash to s9.
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Possibly older usb drivers on the other PC.

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6. restore your Moto 360 to stock KGW42N official
7. Root the Moto 360
8. flash TWRP recovery
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i downloaded version 2 and again it cannot send the boot.img
i tried to flash stock firmware and on the sending 'motoboot' it says FAILED data transfer failure (too many links)
The only thing i can do is lock and unlock the bootloader.
vincenzo697 said:
i downloaded version 2 and again it cannot send the boot.img
i tried to flash stock firmware and on the sending 'motoboot' it says FAILED data transfer failure (too many links)
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It sounds like you didn't unlock your bootloader yet. That or your fastboot drivers are not installed. Run the driver test in the tool
The only thing i can do is lock and unlock my bootloader. Its weird because i follow all your steps
vincenzo697 said:
The only thing i can do is lock and unlock my bootloader. Its weird because i follow all your steps
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I have a idea to clean up any problems you might be having. In my tool folder there is a program called rsdlite install it and then connect the device in bootloader / fastboot mode. Then it will show up in rsd lite. next select the XML file in the folder and flash the watch to factory. See if this fixes the problems
Tomsgt said:
I have a idea to clean up any problems you might be having. In my tool folder there is a program called rsdlite install it and then connect the device in bootloader / fastboot mode. Then it will show up in rsd lite. next select the XML file in the folder and flash the watch to factory. See if this fixes the problems
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Thanks my friend. When I will go home I will try it and report back.
vincenzo697 said:
Thanks my friend. When I will go home I will try it and report back.
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Good luck hopefully you have used rsd lite before.
Tomsgt said:
Good luck hopefully you have used rsd lite before.
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I tried it but again it doesnt pass the first step. If you come with another idea please tell me.
Unfortunately, My comp doesnt reconize the watch. It just comes up with unreconized device. I have tried 2 diff cables, 3 diff comps, uninstalled, reinstalled drivers multiple times. ANY ideas what could be the issue??
suzook said:
Unfortunately, My comp doesnt reconize the watch. It just comes up with unreconized device. I have tried 2 diff cables, 3 diff comps, uninstalled, reinstalled drivers multiple times. ANY ideas what could be the issue??
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manually install the motorola adb and fastboot drivers in device manager on the computer. the computer will say that they arent compatible but they will work.
Tomsgt said:
manually install the motorola adb and fastboot drivers in device manager on the computer. the computer will say that they arent compatible but they will work.
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Well, where are the drivers????? I have the packages in the download, but there are no seperate drives. Thanks for the reply
suzook said:
Well, where are the drivers????? I have the packages in the download, but there are no seperate drives. Thanks for the reply
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in device manager you will see update devices click it then click manually install. next look at both compatible and uncompatible drivers until you find the motorola drivers. then pick one if it works good and if not then try a different one.
Some times i have to install them manually like this. also make sure usb debugging is turned on on the moto 360 watch. the computer will not see it without this step.
Tomsgt said:
in device manager you will see update devices click it then click manually install. next look at both compatible and uncompatible drivers until you find the motorola drivers. then pick one if it works good and if not then try a different one.
Some times i have to install them manually like this. also make sure usb debugging is turned on on the moto 360 watch. the computer will not see it without this step.
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Thanks, i have tried all that...im just about out of options.
suzook said:
Thanks, i have tried all that...im just about out of options.
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Are you sure you are connecting the cable to the correct 4 pins on the watch? This can be confusing because if you flip it over to connect the cable the connections flip also.
Tomsgt said:
Are you sure you are connecting the cable to the correct 4 pins on the watch? This can be confusing because if you flip it over to connect the cable the connections flip also.
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Yup, double checked wiring, pin, 3 diff comps, everything. Guess I wont have root if I can never get the proper drivers installed. Bummer, thanks for your time.
Hello
Download link is dead
upload new link pls
scumpicule said:
Hello
Download link is dead
upload new link pls
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download link works fine try again
No more USB after Root??
I was able to unlock the BL and Root my Moto 360 with your tool, thank you very much for the "easy way"!! My concern is that now I cannot reconnect via USB. I have even made 2 more connectors and nothing, not even the USB connection sound. Is this a normal side effect? or did I screw it up? I'm leaning on user error because I was pulling the connector off the watch before unplugging it from the computer and it zapped, shut down the PC and rebooted the watch. Watch seems to be fine, no noticeable issues after it rebooted. So I dunno...
burkebacar said:
I was able to unlock the BL and Root my Moto 360 with your tool, thank you very much for the "easy way"!! My concern is that now I cannot reconnect via USB. I have even made 2 more connectors and nothing, not even the USB connection sound. Is this a normal side effect? or did I screw it up? I'm leaning on user error because I was pulling the connector off the watch before unplugging it from the computer and it zapped, shut down the PC and rebooted the watch. Watch seems to be fine, no noticeable issues after it rebooted. So I dunno...
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you probably need to uninstall the device in device manager then let the drivers install again
Tomsgt said:
you probably need to uninstall the device in device manager then let the drivers install again
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I'll give that a shot! Thanks
I'll report back with how it goes.

[Q] Note 2

Hi
I have a Note 2 (international GT-N7100) that does not start. It shows a firmware upgrade error (attached) when i switch it on. I can only enter download mode (attached). I am being told the phone suffered SDS but in download mode you can still see the product name (attached). Prior to the problem i have never been rooted or had a custom ROM installed. It simply rebooted one day all by itself and when booting showed the upgrade error
I have tried re flashing via Odin in everyday possible, including the PIT file. All methods fail. A friend as said the bootloader is corrupt. I tried re flashing that but also no luck.
Is there a way of using an external SD card to get up and running? Or any other ideas out there.
Thanks and much appreciated.
Geoff
grwalker said:
Hi
I have a Note 2 (international GT-N7100) that does not start. It shows a firmware upgrade error (attached) when i switch it on. I can only enter download mode (attached). I am being told the phone suffered SDS but in download mode you can still see the product name (attached). Prior to the problem i have never been rooted or had a custom ROM installed. It simply rebooted one day all by itself and when booting showed the upgrade error
I have tried re flashing via Odin in everyday possible, including the PIT file. All methods fail. A friend as said the bootloader is corrupt. I tried re flashing that but also no luck.
Is there a way of using an external SD card to get up and running? Or any other ideas out there.
Thanks and much appreciated.
Geoff
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Have you tried doing as it says? As in install Drivers on your PC and use Samsung Kies Software to restore it?
Coconuttyguy said:
Have you tried doing as it says? As in install Drivers on your PC and use Samsung Kies Software to restore it?
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Yes i have. The phone does not connect to Kies. Kies wont recognise my phone. See attached.
Any other suggestions please?
Thanks
grwalker said:
Yes i have. The phone does not connect to Kies. Kies wont recognise my phone. See attached.
Any other suggestions please?
Thanks
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You're using the wrong version of Kies, Kies 3 is for the Note 3 and devices made after it. Try downloading the original Kies http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/usefulsoftware/KIES/#none
Coconuttyguy said:
You're using the wrong version of Kies, Kies 3 is for the Note 3 and devices made after it. Try downloading the original Kies http://www.samsung.com/uk/support/usefulsoftware/KIES/#none
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Tried that version of Kies. Kies tries to connect for about 10 minutes then says is cant connect.
Any other ideas please?
Thanks
grwalker said:
Tried that version of Kies. Kies tries to connect for about 10 minutes then says is cant connect.
Any other ideas please?
Thanks
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Have you tried other versions of Odin/ USB cables / Computers?
Coconuttyguy said:
Have you tried other versions of Odin/ USB cables / Computers?
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Yes, yes and yes, including a PC running XP
Thanks
grwalker said:
Yes, yes and yes, including a PC running XP
Thanks
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Can you enter stock recovery mode?
Coconuttyguy said:
Can you enter stock recovery mode?
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No. The phone can only enter download mode. (Vol down, Home and Power).
Vol up, Home and Power keeps taking me to the firmware upgrade error screen.
Removing battery and pressing power on button also takes me to the firmware upgrade error screen.
Thanks
grwalker said:
No. The phone can only enter download mode. (Vol down, Home and Power).
Vol up, Home and Power keeps taking me to the firmware upgrade error screen.
Removing battery and pressing power on button also takes me to the firmware upgrade error screen.
Thanks
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Since your Knox counter is still untripped, I'd recommend contacting Samsung as I'm pretty sure the SDS has no software fix.
Coconuttyguy said:
Since your Knox counter is still untripped, I'd recommend contacting Samsung as I'm pretty sure the SDS has not software fix.
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Already done that. Samsung say there is no warranty. Phone is 18 months old.
Thanks
grwalker said:
Already done that. Samsung say there is no warranty. Phone is 18 months old.
Thanks
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Okay could you try and include Odin screenshots
Coconuttyguy said:
Okay could you try and include Odin screenshots
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Here are some screenshots
Thanks
grwalker said:
Here are some screenshots
Thanks
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Hey have you tried Odin 3v1.87 I know that the partition error is very common on the later Odin clients.
Also make sure to uninstall Kies before using Odin as it nearly always interferes.
Coconuttyguy said:
Hey have you tried Odin 3v1.87 I know that the partition error is very common on the later Odin clients.
Also make sure to uninstall Kies before using Odin as it nearly always interferes.
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Yes i have tried. Flashing PIT and Odin just hangs.

SM-T800 Soft Bricked, PC Won't Recognized and "Yes, I already tried that"

Samsung SM-T800 is basically a paperweight.
Out the outset, let me just say that I have already:
-voided my warranty and tripped KNOX (it was rooted before all of this happened)
-Tried different USB ports and USB cables
-Tried different USB drivers
My PC won't recognize it, and I have tried Universal Drivers, and Samsung USB drivers, which means Odin and ADB can't help
I can only boot into download mode
When I tr to boot into recovery, I get the "Firmware upgrade encountered an issue" message
And to add insult to injury, I can't even turn the damned thing off. Every "battery pull" (Power+Volume down) leads back to "Firmware upgrade encountered an error" message
I have been wrestling with this thing for 2 days already, scouring these forums. And every one ends with "Oh I just reloaded my stock ROM with Odin" ARGHHHHH!
Thanks in advance
OK I'm gonna start off by saying I'm trying to help you. If you get smart and angry then I'll leave you to it.
Why am I saying this? Because I've been down this road many times with people saying this that and the other doesn't work when in the end in most cases it turns out to be user error and I can tell you're frustrated.
I've read your post regarding what you've tried but you're still gonna have to bear with it if you want help.
The first thing I need to ask is, you know the difference between download mode and recovery mode? No I'm not trying to treat you like an idiot.
Sometimes the firmware error can be cleared by booting to recovery and wiping cache.
How did you end up in this scenario?
If the above doesn't work the first thing you need to do is put the tablet in download mode.
Connect the USB cable, navigate to device manager, look for something along the lines of Samsung mobile USB composite device under USB devices.
If you see an exclamation mark instead then you will have to manually install the USB composite driver.
Once you see that device listed you are ready to use odin in download mode.
ashyx said:
OK I'm gonna start off by saying I'm trying to help you. If you get smart and angry then I'll leave you to it.
Why am I saying this? Because I've been down this road many times with people saying this that and the other doesn't work when in the end in most cases it turns out to be user error and I can tell you're frustrated.
I've read your post regarding what you've tried but you're still gonna have to bear with it if you want help.
The first thing I need to ask is, you know the difference between download mode and recovery mode? No I'm not trying to treat you like an idiot.
Sometimes the firmware error can be cleared by booting to recovery and wiping cache.
How did you end up in this scenario?
If the above doesn't work the first thing you need to do is put the tablet in download mode.
Connect the USB cable, navigate to device manager, look for something along the lines of Samsung mobile USB composite device under USB devices.
If you see an exclamation mark instead then you will have to manually install the USB composite driver.
Once you see that device listed you are ready to use odin in download mode.
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First of all, thanx for the reply. I appreciate, and i probably shouldn't have written the post after being up all night and bieng pissed...probably came off a little snarky...
Having said all of that, yeah, I'm definitely in download mode:
(on screen right now)
ODIN MODE
Product Name: SM-T800
Current Binary: Samsung Official
System Status: Official
Secure Download: Enabled
KNOX WARRANTY VOID: 1 (0x0000)
AP SWREV: A1
[Picture of Android icon]
Downloading...Do not turn off target
So, that bit is sorted out
UPDATE: I did not have my SD card in the tablet before...now I put it in and I got the "USB devices not recognized"
I go to Device Manager, find the device with the yellow exclamation, right click,
"Update driver software"
"Browse computer for driver software:
Navigate to "Program Files/Samsung/USB Drivers"
The best software for your device is already installed
Any suggestions?
And again, apologies for sounding like a jerk before
"
UPDATE 2
OK, so I took another swig at it..
downloaded "Samsung USB Driver V1..5.59"
Rebooted
Opened ODIN
[Added]
Started reinstaling firmware
[Removed]
ODIN lost connection and I got the "USB device not recognized message" again
Used a cpl different ports, no change
I am wondering if maybe it is a battery issue at this point? Because as I stated before, I havent been able to turn the tablet off...
Either it is in download mode, or it is in "FIrmware upgrade encountered an issue" on screen
Thanks in advance
Destro728 said:
UPDATE 2
OK, so I took another swig at it..
downloaded "Samsung USB Driver V1..5.59"
Rebooted
Opened ODIN
[Added]
Started reinstaling firmware
[Removed]
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OK this looks like you have the driver installed so you shouldn't have the exclamation mark in device manager.
You can however install the driver manually.
Right click the device with exclamation mark, choose browse my computer, let me pick from a list of drivers. Look for Samsung Mobile CDC composite device, click next.
Driver should now install.
There are several reasons for the USB not recognized error. Most common is a bad USB cable, bad USB port or driver conflicts.
Ensure the ports are native and not an add-on card.
I suggest a completely different cable first.
Whatever happens don't move the device or cable when flashing.
Also get some charge in the device with the stock charger.
If you still get issues installing the stock Firmware then I suggest trying to install my latest build of TWRP.
With this we have more options and can install the stock Firmware with it.
Thanks for response
Ok, I used a totally different laptop and ODIN worked fine, I dunno what the deal was...but now i have a different problem...
I seem to be stuck in a "Wifi Turning on..." loop
The Wifi never comes on though
I have seen other posts about this, but they all seems to come back to " factory reset" (which I did two more times today) or verify the date on the device (which I have also done)
Is it possible to download a radio image ONLY? Because I am wondering if that is the problem....
Destro728 said:
Thanks for response
Ok, I used a totally different laptop and ODIN worked fine, I dunno what the deal was...but now i have a different problem...
I seem to be stuck in a "Wifi Turning on..." loop
The Wifi never comes on though
I have seen other posts about this, but they all seems to come back to " factory reset" (which I did two more times today) or verify the date on the device (which I have also done)
Is it possible to download a radio image ONLY? Because I am wondering if that is the problem....
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Most likely a baseband issue.
You need to use the correct firmware for your device and region.
Did you flash the whole firmware?
Yeah, downloaded the whole firmware
Couldn't find version for USA proper...ended up using XEF (which is France I think)
Build number LRX22G.T800XXU1BOCC (Lollipop)
Destro728 said:
Yeah, downloaded the whole firmware
Couldn't find version for USA proper...ended up using XEF (which is France I think)
Build number LRX22G.T800XXU1BOCC (Lollipop)
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USA is XAR(Cellular South)
http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/64107/T800XXU1BOL1_T800XAR1BOK1_XAR/
Ah, I didn't think I should use that one since my tablet is the WiFi model, not the LTE model
But I will give it a shot!
Thanks!
Destro728 said:
Ah, I didn't think I should use that one since my tablet is the WiFi model, not the LTE model
But I will give it a shot!
Thanks!
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That is for the wifi model. LTE model is T805.
ashyx said:
That is for the wifi model. LTE model is T805.
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Ah. The "Cellular South" part threw me off
Unfortunately, still didn't work as far as getting the WiFi and Bluetooth working.
I refrlashed the firmware
Did a cpl factory resets
Still nothing
I'm thinking I should root it and see if some file permissions are screwed up or something. ..
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UPDATE: I rooted with CF AutoRoot and installed Custom recovery TWRP
did another factory reset
and still no Wifi/Bluetooth
I'm out of ideas at this point....
Destro728 said:
UPDATE: I rooted with CF AutoRoot and installed Custom recovery TWRP
did another factory reset
and still no Wifi/Bluetooth
I'm out of ideas at this point....
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Did the wifi work before you obtained this device?
If all partitions flashed successfully then the wifi should be working.
What is your baseband build number reported as in settings?
Also check your IMEI no.
If that is the default IMEI instead of the original then someone may have trashed the EFS partition.
By the way are you certain this is a t800 and not a t805 or t807?
The Wifi went out a few days ago, tried a factory reset first
Then I remembered the last time this happened I did a firmware re-flash to fix it
It was during the re-flash where I ran into problems and I came to the forum.
I attached a screenshot. Model definitely SM-T800, but no IMEI and no Baseband build...
Thanks!
Destro728 said:
The Wifi went out a few days ago, tried a factory reset first
Then I remembered the last time this happened I did a firmware re-flash to fix it
It was during the re-flash where I ran into problems and I came to the forum.
I attached a screenshot. Model definitely SM-T800, but no IMEI and no Baseband build...
Thanks!
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Baseband probably doesn't show because it's wifi only model.
However it's strange there is no Status page.
You can get this info using an app called Samsung phone info on play.
ashyx said:
Baseband probably doesn't show because it's wifi only model.
However it's strange there is no Status page.
You can get this info using an app called Samsung phone info on play.
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Ironically, with no WIfi access...hahahahaa....
I will try to find the apk and sideload it
I sideloaded the Samsung phone info app...
Attached screenshots of the tablet info
What's immediately apparent is no IMEI number. This is a problem.
Is your EFS folder accessible?

Help!! I tried update my phone for Android 10, by odin

I tried and the error is: "An error has occurred while updating the device software. Use the Emergency recovery function in the Smart Switch PC software".
The phone don't entry in mode recovery and the download mode, I tried many times...
The software (Smart Switch PC) does not recognize the phone.
Can anybody help me!
juninromualdo said:
I tried and the error is: "An error has occurred while updating the device software. Use the Emergency recovery function in the Smart Switch PC software".
The phone don't entry in mode recovery and the download mode, I tried many times...
The software (Smart Switch PC) does not recognize the phone.
Can anybody help me!
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THis happend to me a while back and it is easy to fix. All you have to do is close Odin. Then restart odin and load the correct files into each of the slots - then plug your phone into the USB/PC - you should see the phone connect in Odin - then just click start and run ODIN to update the files you added to the slots in odin.
When you get that error message, the phone is technically still in download mode and odin will still recognize the phone and allow you to update using the files for your phone. Be sure you are using the correct firmware - be sure you add each of the files into the appropriate slot.
Good Luck.
Geekser said:
THis happend to me a while back and it is easy to fix. All you have to do is close Odin. Then restart odin and load the correct files into each of the slots - then plug your phone into the USB/PC - you should see the phone connect in Odin - then just click start and run ODIN to update the files you added to the slots in odin.
When you get that error message, the phone is technically still in download mode and odin will still recognize the phone and allow you to update using the files for your phone. Be sure you are using the correct firmware - be sure you add each of the files into the appropriate slot.
Good Luck.
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The ondin do not recognize :crying::crying::crying: but I can try, thanks
What version of Odin are you using? What version N10+ do you have? Where did you get the firmware from? I have seen downloads that were corrupt and needed to be redownloaded. Make sure when you extract it it’s the right firmware for your phone as well. Report back and I’m sure we can help you. These phones are tough to brick.
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What version of Odin are you using? What version N10+ do you have? Where did you get the firmware from? I have seen downloads that were corrupt and needed to be redownloaded. Make sure when you extract it it’s the right firmware for your phone as well. Report back and I’m sure we can help you. These phones are tough to brick.
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Thank you, but I took earlier today at Samsung, there they solved the problem and even changed the battery. The biggest problem is that I wasn't entering the download screen anymore, I don't know what magic they did ...
Adm close the topic okay, Thank you
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THis happend to me a while back and it is easy to fix. All you have to do is close Odin. Then restart odin and load the correct files into each of the slots - then plug your phone into the USB/PC - you should see the phone connect in Odin - then just click start and run ODIN to update the files you added to the slots in odin.
When you get that error message, the phone is technically still in download mode and odin will still recognize the phone and allow you to update using the files for your phone. Be sure you are using the correct firmware - be sure you add each of the files into the appropriate slot.
Good Luck.
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THANKS SO MUCH! Simple but everything I needed to know! I had no idea I was still IN download mode!
juninromualdo said:
Adm close the topic okay, Thank you
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sometimes it is best to just leave the topic and post going - other people might have a similar problem - read the post - see what others have said and find that they can fix their phone. In the post right after the one you said to ask Admin to close the thread, someone else posted a thank you because they discovered they could fix their phone. Proof that sometimes it is best to just let it go - if no one reads it - it will fade out all on it's own. Just a thought.
Geekser said:
THis happend to me a while back and it is easy to fix. All you have to do is close Odin. Then restart odin and load the correct files into each of the slots - then plug your phone into the USB/PC - you should see the phone connect in Odin - then just click start and run ODIN to update the files you added to the slots in odin.
When you get that error message, the phone is technically still in download mode and odin will still recognize the phone and allow you to update using the files for your phone. Be sure you are using the correct firmware - be sure you add each of the files into the appropriate slot.
Good Luck.
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YOU ROCK!!!! Thanks a Bunch!!!!

Question Phone bricked trying to update December patch

Hey guys, so I used googles flash tool to update December patch and it keeps failing at writing to phone 1 of 11.
It's now in a bootloop but can access fastboot.
Ive tried to completely reset the phone manually using adb but it fails. It just doesn't work and aborts basically the phone rejects all data transmission.
What am I doing wrong or can I get a more detailed way to reset the phone completely.
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I was also rooted and was following the guide for rooted December 12.
The main error is
(Error reading sparse file)
Why did you use the flash tool? General recommendation is, as long as you're running stock, just use the full OTA packages.
For the flash tool to be usable you need to OEM unlock your phone (while it's in a working state!).
If you can access fastboot you should be able to access recovery as well, where you can flash the full OTA, which should fix your issue.
fonix232 said:
Why did you use the flash tool? General recommendation is, as long as you're running stock, just use the full OTA packages.
For the flash tool to be usable you need to OEM unlock your phone (while it's in a working state!).
If you can access fastboot you should be able to access recovery as well, where you can flash the full OTA, which should fix your issue.
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Because I'm rooted and recovery doesn't work.
I should have just done it manually instead of the flash tool method published here.
I just don't get why the system image isn't flashing now, the bootloader and radio flash work, but not the actual update. It's the correct version and all.
If the online flash tool isn't working for you, download the factory image from google's website and use the flash-all.bat to flash the device. Ensure that you modify the flash-all.bat file to not wipe data before running. This can be done by modifying one line in the file. Which is the following:
Code:
fastboot -w update image-raven-....zip
to
Code:
fastboot update --disable-verity --disable-verification image-raven-....zip
When flashing ensure that phone is in bootloader first.
So I got it to work after several hours. Literally just worked after trying another Google USB cable that was USB c to USB c, or maybe it worked cause of something else. Not sure, I don't like how finicky pixels have become. I discovered it's sometimes a luck thing when it wants to flash or not according to many people when searching the internet for solutions.
So i got a lil problem. i updated the pixel 6 pro to december update but upon booting up it says your phone is corrupted and sits at the google bootup screen. i can still use fastboot and whatnot but every img i tried i get the same message and it sits again?
holla420 said:
So i got a lil problem. i updated the pixel 6 pro to december update but upon booting up it says your phone is corrupted and sits at the google bootup screen. i can still use fastboot and whatnot but every img i tried i get the same message and it sits again?
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first try this method that was posted - sometimes you can save your phone this way. if that doesn't work: you can download the factory image and remove the "-w" command in the flash-all.bat file (save it properly) - this will prevent wiping your phone. you'll need adb/fastboot tool and drivers. if you need help with this just reply.
if that doesn't work, you can go this route (but it will wipe your phone) you can use the "flash" link on the factory image page here. if you press the "flash" link in blue, it will take you to the correct build at flash.android.com (click on the build version 12.0.0 (SD1A.210817.037, Nov 2021) - that's the one that worked for me.
ok the problem im havin is it sstill sayinbg courrpt. it cant be trusted and may not work
holla420 said:
ok the problem im havin is it sstill sayinbg courrpt. it cant be trusted and may not work
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What method did you use to update? Are you rooted? If so, what version of Magisk did you use?
V0latyle said:
What method did you use to update? Are you rooted? If so, what version of Magisk did you use?
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no root, just unlocked bootloader i manually installed using adb
holla420 said:
no root, just unlocked bootloader i manually installed using adb
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Use the Android Flash Tool to flash the latest December update. Don't check any of the boxes.
ayye thanks this method worked
holla420 said:
ok the problem im havin is it sstill sayinbg courrpt. it cant be trusted and may not work
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You'll always get this message upon reboot once the bootloader is unlock.
It's normal, and you can disregard it entirely (unless you want the absolutely most secure device possible, then you should lock the bootloader, and this message will go away)
Az Biker said:
You'll always get this message upon reboot once the bootloader is unlock.
It's normal, and you can disregard it entirely (unless you want the absolutely most secure device possible, then you should lock the bootloader, and this message will go away)
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oh i know but this was a different message. it was in red and wouldnt boot pass the bootup screen,
coilbio said:
So I got it to work after several hours. Literally just worked after trying another Google USB cable that was USB c to USB c, or maybe it worked cause of something else. Not sure, I don't like how finicky pixels have become. I discovered it's sometimes a luck thing when it wants to flash or not according to many people when searching the internet for solutions.
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sounds like a user error; if it's fixed you might want to update your first post with solutions in case others have similar issues.
coilbio said:
So I got it to work after several hours. Literally just worked after trying another Google USB cable that was USB c to USB c, or maybe it worked cause of something else. Not sure, I don't like how finicky pixels have become. I discovered it's sometimes a luck thing when it wants to flash or not according to many people when searching the internet for solutions.
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There are definitely better and worse USB-C cables. I've successfully fully flashed my P6P connected to a powered USB-A (3.2 Gen 2) Hub in one room through a USB extension cable 10-15 feet from my computer in another room. The hub and the extension cable are reasonably "robust", and I've found them reliable, but they're not particularly reputable name brands by any means. The USB-A -> USB-C cable I have connected to that hub is from my old HTC 10, too.

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