I have been all over the forum looking for guidance on how to root my Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 LTE. I understand that the wizards at AT&T have locked the boot loader and that this is not an easy one. I have tried KingRoot, Kingo, and a few other less well-recommended root programs. Despite all these programs stating that they can work, none of them do. Did anyone find a program to root this old AT&T beast?
SM-707A
Android 6.01
You have to first downgrade to 5.01, then kingroot will work. There is also a thread on tab s forum about replacing kingroot with su. It's pretty easy to do, it just takes a little time.
kgiesselman said:
I have been all over the forum looking for guidance on how to root my Samsung Galaxy Tab S 8.4 LTE. I understand that the wizards at AT&T have locked the boot loader and that this is not an easy one. I have tried KingRoot, Kingo, and a few other less well-recommended root programs. Despite all these programs stating that they can work, none of them do. Did anyone find a program to root this old AT&T beast?
SM-707A
Android 6.01
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As the title states I have an AT&T Note 8.0 SGH-i467. I understand the concept of rooting but I am totally afraid to do it. From reading other posts, I am gonna go out on a limb and ask can my Note 8.0 can be rooted?? I understand the concept of having superuser access and being able to do all kinds of customizations but basically I just want to be able to use all of my apps in multiwindows. Then I found this thread on how to (http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1985240) modify apps yourself but again, I am afraid to do that or I don't think I am that tech savvy to accomplish this. So my questions:
1) Do I want to root my tablet just to have all apps open in the multiwindow and take the chance??
2) Do I want to give it a try and just modify the apps I use most?? (Seems easier than rooting)
I love my Note 8.0. It is the best thing in my opinion. If I was able to use it as a phone like the 5100 I would not even be using my Note 2 phone.
Any help would be greatly appreciated.
Rich
hi
just install CWM recovery and backup your unrooted rom.
then root your rom or install new rom or anything you want.
if you don't like it jast restore your recovery.
Since SGH-I467 has a locked bootloader, rooting it is a challenge. Originally I was not going to do it knowing the difficulties, but when a file explorer complained it couldn't write to the external SD card without root, I know I must root it.
Please be aware SGH-I467M (note the ending M) is a different animal. The Canadian version's bootloader is UNLOCKED, and thus rooting it is a breeze!
With my SGH-I467 I tried many different methods. Finally I was able to root it using Kingo Root (not Kingroot). Kingo Root is actually a one click rooting method. Just proceed with the instruction by the program.
Hi guys,
I've made the contribution to Skipsoft, downloaded the Unifed Android Toolkit, and attempted to use it to root my Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet, only to find that the toolkit only supports up to 4.2.2, not the 4.4.2 currently on my device. Can someone tell me when this package will be updated to support the later version? I'm posting here because I can't post in the pertinent Dev forum. Geez, what a disappointment!
Thanks.
DDoutel said:
Hi guys,
I've made the contribution to Skipsoft, downloaded the Unifed Android Toolkit, and attempted to use it to root my Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet, only to find that the toolkit only supports up to 4.2.2, not the 4.4.2 currently on my device. Can someone tell me when this package will be updated to support the later version? I'm posting here because I can't post in the pertinent Dev forum. Geez, what a disappointment!
Thanks.
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Saferoot is the only way to go with Note 8.0 using 4.1.2 or 4.2.2... once you run it, the only thing that wont work is Samsung Book Hub. You can get book hub to function using RootCloak and Substrate. They run in background and do not interfere with Framework or any other app add-ons..
DDoutel said:
Hi guys,
I've made the contribution to Skipsoft, downloaded the Unifed Android Toolkit, and attempted to use it to root my Galaxy Note 8.0 tablet, only to find that the toolkit only supports up to 4.2.2, not the 4.4.2 currently on my device. Can someone tell me when this package will be updated to support the later version? I'm posting here because I can't post in the pertinent Dev forum. Geez, what a disappointment!
Thanks.
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If you are looking to simply root the tablet, CF-Auto-Root is your best bet. I just tried it on my Note 8.0 stock 4.4.2 and it worked great.
Nycryptic said:
If you are looking to simply root the tablet, CF-Auto-Root is your best bet. I just tried it on my Note 8.0 stock 4.4.2 and it worked great.
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I tried the CF Auto-root; it fails to root, so I can't install the newer supersu; I get the message that supersu stopped, and need to update it. Unfortunately, supersu requires root to update, so I have a catch-22. I'm stuck; can't achieve root with either the UAT or CF-Auto-root. Getting very fed up with Samsung's constant nagging about logging in to their lousy services, nor am I pleased with their privacy policy. All I want to do is get Titanium backup installed so I don't have to worry about Samsung digging through my personal information.
Thanks,
DDoutel
DDoutel said:
I tried the CF Auto-root; it fails to root, so I can't install the newer supersu; I get the message that supersu stopped, and need to update it. Unfortunately, supersu requires root to update, so I have a catch-22. I'm stuck; can't achieve root with either the UAT or CF-Auto-root. Getting very fed up with Samsung's constant nagging about logging in to their lousy services, nor am I pleased with their privacy policy. All I want to do is get Titanium backup installed so I don't have to worry about Samsung digging through my personal information.
Thanks,
DDoutel
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You can download from anywhere to update SuperSu.
http://www.appwoo.net/3304/supersu-pro-v2-01-apk
Yup; Supersu 2.01 did the job. Thanks!
DDoutel
I just bought a Samsung Galaxy Tab S ATT LTE, I just give up my iPad for the this device.
I'am trying to use the device for tethering, and I believe I need root access to do it with all the hassle, so is there a root for this device.
Also it seems when I try to use OPENvpn on the device it tends to drop the connection, and this has been a issue for me, for all Android devices I have, is there something I have to do to the APN in order to get this to work right.
Please let me know thanks.
I belive att devices have locked bootloaders prevent root access. I have not seen any root guides for the tab s att variants as it not supported by cf auto root yet.
DUHAsianSKILLZ said:
I belive att devices have locked bootloaders prevent root access. I have not seen any root guides for the tab s att variants as it not supported by cf auto root yet.
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So is it best that i just return the Tablet to the ATT Store because there wont be a root for it?
OR
IS there a chance that there would be a root out for this device.
Heres the thread for the root for the 8.4 wifi and only lte st705. The att model is t705A i think. So theres no root for att. I have not see any developnent for att rooting of the tab s so it may be a while for root on this device. The only way to get root is by I guess finding a 705 lte model or a wifi model. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2805366 thats the thread for the 705 and wifi version of the root so theres no att root. If you want you can try to get a different tab like the tab note or the tab pros. I suggest you checking any other lte tabs that have root for your carrier/model if you want to get another tab.
I just got my new tablet and I am trying to root but don't know which files to use. Has anyone successfully rooted their AT&T tablet? Thank you.
I don't think you can root the att tab s. It has a locked bootloader
^^^^ Just like he said, AT&T does indeed lock their bootloaders. If they arent ecrypted there may be a way around it but thats not something I have any knowledge in as ive never owned a AT&T device.
darn
Awww man wanted to remove all the bloatware. Thanks guys.
According to this tweet, SRS Root now can root our AT&T SM-T807A device:
https://twitter.com/srsroot/status/535510121133391873
I find this a bit suspicious because 1) No one else has root for it, and 2) SRS Root is not represented on XDA. I'm a bit hesitant to try it. Anyone feeling adventurous to try it and report back?
http://www.srsroot.com/
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According to this tweet, SRS Root now can root our AT&T SM-T807A device:
https://twitter.com/srsroot/status/535510121133391873
I find this a bit suspicious because 1) No one else has root for it, and 2) SRS Root is not represented on XDA. I'm a bit hesitant to try it. Anyone feeling adventurous to try it and report back?
http://www.srsroot.com/
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Seems new? I think I seen one like this but idk if this is the same. Well... Since it's based off of exploits by the looks of it, its best to do some more research on it. I might give it a try later idk since it saids supported for the T800 also
I would try it but I have not rooted in awhile and would hate to brick my tablet.
awesomer2000 said:
I would try it but I have not rooted in awhile and would hate to brick my tablet.
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I have looked at it. It use adb and tries bunches of exploit. Since I'm already root I cannot try it. It would most likely not brick your tablet and its worth a try I guess. Up to you!
For anyone wanting to know if SRS Root works, it doesn't. After it connects through ADB, it tries many different exploits before applying the 4th one. Then is prompts that the device is successfully rooted and SuperUser has been installed. It then reboots the device just as CF Autoroot does, but it fails to actually root. This is my 1st device with a locked bootlader, so I'm considering swapping it for the T-Mobile version. Can't deal with the bloatware much longer
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Both the T707 (AT&T Tab S 8.4) and T807 (AT&T Tab S 10.5) are rootable, as far as I know. The thing is, it depends on firmware. If you're using NH6 or NJ5, I think you can root. If you're running the latest NK1 firmware, you're out of luck for now.
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Both the T707 (AT&T Tab S 8.4) and T807 (AT&T Tab S 10.5) are rootable, as far as I know. The thing is, it depends on firmware. If you're using NH6 or NJ5, I think you can root. If you're running the latest NK1 firmware, you're out of luck for now.
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KingRoot form chinese guys roots NK1 firmware now as well!
This is a method to obtain working root & Super Su by chainfire with up-to-date binaries for the
AT&T Variant of the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 (SM-T217A) on 4.4.2
Let me make very clear, I did not develop these apps!
This is just a method I found after searching & some trial and error.
I thought it may be helpful if it were available here on the forums.
I spent too long looking for a method that still worked on an OTA up-to-date device etc.
Nobody bothers for an old device with a locked bootloader. :crying:
I'm sure everyone that has had or currently has this model knows that Kingo Root works (at least for partial root), and a big thanks to them for their effort & hard work.
But if you're like me, you want the freedom to use Super Su or any of the other available options out there for managing permissions.
Either way, thanks to Kingo for a temporary solution.
And thanks to gatesjunior you can have your freedom of choice back.
(Although I highly recommend that you use the version found at the bottom of the post, because the newer version I tried stalled at the 1st stage.)
If this method ends up working for you I think it would be worth the $3.99 to support the developer by purchasing his app!
(If you feel adventurous you can attempt using the google play store release, but I had no such luck.)
I had originally tried to use Super Sume version 6.5 with Kingo Root but, it just ended up losing my root access and I had to re-root my device.
Yesterday I attempted to run Super Sume v. 9.2.6 I believe, but for some reason it didn't recognize it Kingo, or Kingroot as being installed on my device.
So I ended up uninstalling it and trying an older version I had read worked, and it succeeded!
Instructions for obtaining Root & Migrating over to Super Su are as follows.
If you are currently rooted using Kingo Root, un-root from within the Kingo app 'Superuser' and proceed to uninstall the rest of their apps..
Install & run Kingroot 4.5; When this is finished, restart your phone and run an app to verify you have root. (I use the free version of Root Checker.)
This may not be necessary but at this point I re-installed Busybox.
Install & run Super Sume v6.7
Restart & Verify Root!
:fingers-crossed: Success! :highfive:
If for some reason your device failed to achieve root using Kingroot after removal of Kingoroot; you may have better luck leaving your device rooted with all the Kingo Root apps installed until after you install Kingroot.
(Although I'm sure most people would advise against it, I actually skipped the un-root/un-installation procedure until after I had installed Kingroot 4.5 because I my battery was at 9%)
Honestly it shouldn't really matter though Super Sume is supposed to remove everything like that anyways
Required APK's can be found below.
4/12/23-Edit: Replaced broken links with working ones from my google drive.
Kingroot 4.5.apk
Super Sume 6.7.apk
7z archive incase drive has false-positives: here password: xda
Thanks for your efforts!!
Hi, I would really like to appreciate your efforts for this but the links you gave at the end are not working so I am unable to even try your given method.
Thank You!!
Fixed Broken Links
SteeleRocky said:
Hi, I would really like to appreciate your efforts for this but the links you gave at the end are not working so I am unable to even try your given method.
Thank You!!
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Sorry about that, I went ahead and put them on my google drive. Let me know if it works out for you.
Fyi, this method worked for me on a sprint sm-t217s galaxy tab 3 7.0 running kitkat 4.4.2 baseband OH1..
The:Dude said:
Fyi, this method worked for me on a sprint sm-t217s galaxy tab 3 7.0 running kitkat 4.4.2 baseband OH1..
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Glad to hear it!
I figured it would probably work on all the Samsung Galaxy Tab 3 7.0 variants but I only have the AT&T model.
If you don't want to flash your system(or can't in my case) this is probably the next best thing.
Worked for me on my AT&T SM-T217A on 4.4.2 T217AUCUCNI1 & T217AUCUCNI2
Thank you!
sixn3is7 said:
Worked for me on my AT&T SM-T217A. Thank you.
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You are most welcome. :victory:
Enjoy!
Got hit with a infected file warning.
Try this archive instead, password is xda.
https://drive.google.com/file/d/0ByBY1FxjHZd2WnlHMEVVTzB1VXc/view?usp=drivesdk
Let me know if updated link works, otherwise... I will update OP when I get home.
I know this thread is quite old but it helped me get back on track thanks to r4e_hafintosh and his great instructions. I am working with a Galaxy 3 7.0 SM-T217A (AT&T) version. Wasn't working right so I did a full reset. Tried to get TWRP installed and things went to hell quickly. Biggest problem then was finding a stock 4.2.2 and/or 4.4.2. I finally located both here: https://androidfilehost.com/?w=search&s=T217A so I was able to use the repair files and get back to stock 4.4.2. Then I followed instructions from r4e_hafintosh to get KingRoot installed along with BusyBox. I'm currently waiting for SuperSUMe to install and it appears I'm back on track. Thanks to r4e_hafintosh, the unknown person who posted the repair files and everyone who has posted at XDA and other Android sites that allowed me to finally hunt down what I needed. Probably a small victory for those much more well versed in customizing ROMs but I big win for me. Hopefully the next person trying to find stock files for the AT&T SM-T217A will find this post as well. Thanks all!
How can we unlock bootloader for it