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First Attempt at Modding my Samsung Captivate…..

I just got my first REAL smartphone, actually it’s still on FedEx truck.
From reading the stickies on this forum, here’s what I gathered so far (and I am starting from scratch – nothing on my phone yet)
1) Root my phone with the ‘OneClick’ tool.
2) Install ROM (I am thinking Cognition, since it’s recommended for beginner).
3) Install Theme (haven’t decide on one yet) – any suggestions?
So, am I missing anything?

You seem to have a good grasp on what you are doing. I do recommend buying/making a Jig to have around just in case.

You're well on your way.
Make sure and read up on bootloaders and the difference between 2.1/2.2 and 2.3 bootloaders as getting this wrong is the main thing that can lead to "big" trouble.
Also take a look at Odin, Odin One Click return to stock and make sure and know the difference between those and the Odin One Click w/3 Button Combo.

thanks guys, i think i have a good idea of what i want to do but i am still struggling to find the details to do the above.
for example, what difference if my phone batch is 1010, or 1012, or older?
do i need to get an microsd card, if so what size/brand?
what sofware do i need to download?
etc, etc. etc.
i will continue to browse through the forums, but if you know of any links please post.
also, what does the jig do? do i need to have one?
thanks

First decide what u want to do, As u stated first root the phone and then u want a custom ROM, So go ahead and try it.
Only thing i will advice start from a froyo rom then to the gingerbread as there would be less chances to brick your phone while flashing the b.loades.
Read the OP properly of the ROM which you want to flash there are many good froyo rom available here. But just be sure what u are doing.

Please for the love of all things unholy, read this thread http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1049294
and if the phone comes with froyo you will need this after rooting before flashing a rom http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1052991

At the start DEFINITE GUIDE TO BRICKING, LOL.
Its just a joke be sure you read it all.

rkkaranrk said:
First decide what u want to do, As u stated first root the phone and then u want a custom ROM, So go ahead and try it.
Only thing i will advice start from a froyo rom then to the gingerbread as there would be less chances to brick your phone while flashing the b.loades.
Read the OP properly of the ROM which you want to flash there are many good froyo rom available here. But just be sure what u are doing.
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thanks, yes from what i've read it's better to stay away from the gingerbread roms - at least for novice like myself.

My personal favorite were Firefly 3.0 and serendipity 6.4 links below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=900568
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=914284
Again i will say read the OP carefully before flashing.

I have a few Captivates in the family and IMHO the first thinkg to do before flashing anything is to purchase Root Explorer in the market (for around $4) then back up your EFS folder (in the main directory) and save it to a cd so you ALWAYS have a hard copy of it. These files are specific to your phone and if they get screwed up during flashing, you phone may not be able to be used as a phone anymore. The back up copy will save you.
All of the above stuff is good. I was a noob about 6 months ago but I spent hours upon hours of reading and watching videos about flashing and moding. Good luck!

rkkaranrk said:
My personal favorite were Firefly 3.0 and serendipity 6.4 links below.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=900568
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=914284
Again i will say read the OP carefully before flashing.
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thanks, but what do you mean "read the OP carefully"

jack man said:
I have a few Captivates in the family and IMHO the first thinkg to do before flashing anything is to purchase Root Explorer in the market (for around $4) then back up your EFS folder (in the main directory) and save it to a cd so you ALWAYS have a hard copy of it. These files are specific to your phone and if they get screwed up during flashing, you phone may not be able to be used as a phone anymore. The back up copy will save you.
All of the above stuff is good. I was a noob about 6 months ago but I spent hours upon hours of reading and watching videos about flashing and moding. Good luck!
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great, these are what i love to hear.
things to do, or not to do, before modding/flashing.

smokarz said:
thanks, but what do you mean "read the OP carefully"
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the OP is the original post or poster, like your first question is the op, and you are also the op of the thread. in that context he meant the original post, because that will have most of the information about the rom...but i would expand on that to read the op and the a couple of pages in, and also if its a large thread with alot of posts read atleast the LAST 5 or 6 pages also.
anymore terms you are unfamiliar with read the op of this thread carefully: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1093062

thanks for clarying.
just got my phone in the mail.
i looked at the batch number under the battery slot and it shows 1106.
does this mean i have version 2.1 or 2.2? what would be the appropriate app/tool for rooting?
thanks

The batch had nothing to do with the firmware....that just means your phone was built in june of 2011. But since it's a new phone it more than likely has 2.2 confirm this in settings>about phone> firmware version.
Use super one click to root.
BUT FIRST PLEASE READ SOME MORE.
All of the information you are looking is already on here at the very least twice probably WAY more.

it is indeed version 2.2

so i read the first page of this thread and also watched the youtube clip. it looks straight enough to root. but i got a question. should i run the universal root or the captivate root?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682&page=442

smokarz said:
so i read the first page of this thread and also watched the youtube clip. it looks straight enough to root. but i got a question. should i run the universal root or the captivate root?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=803682&page=442
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I would use SuperOneClick to root 2.2, however, the only version that was successful for me was version 1.6.5. The newer versions gave me errors or said FAILED when trying to root. For me, it has always worked with 1.6.5

thanks, but i only see v1.7 and v1.95. where can i get v1.65?
also, i do not need the samsung driver for rooting right? only for flashing?

smokarz said:
thanks, but i only see v1.7 and v1.95. where can i get v1.65?
also, i do not need the samsung driver for rooting right? only for flashing?
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You should have the driver installed on your computer for anything you do with the phone. Make sure after you install drivers to plug in your phone to the computer in all the different modes it has - in debugging mode, not in debug mode, in download mode, and connecting as an external drive. The computer will install all the drivers when you do this.
I will try to attach v1.6.5 of Super One CLick. I hope it's ok with the moderators here that I am posting the software. Just unzip the folder and double click the android icon in that folder.

[ASK]Answers to all your questions...!

Hey guys i am starting this thread here as i find there are so many people asking questions and bricking their phones.I just want to help out people and save them from bricking their phones..
i have tried all Froyo based roms available for the captivate.i have good experience in rooting,clockworkmod and flashing roms.I would like to help out all new members here as much possible because just 2 months back i had trouble finding out things...
So what are you guys waiting for ask away....!
P.S:also i kindly request the other senior members and developers here to correct me if i am wrong anywhere and ya i dont want any donations....

Hey, I'm working on something with a similar spirit as this.
A work in progress: self help brick recovery guide
If you would want help out with this. I believe that it could help the q&a and other section of the captivate thread a lot by reducing the number of brick threads

If either of you have experience with web coding, perhaps it would be worthwhile to make up a page that has an interactive checklist of brick steps. Sort of a step-by-step troubleshooter.
For example, the first page could just be the question about whether the phone shows any signs of life at all or not, then have a page with selectable items about the Rom/kernel/modem setup, then move into more specific items.
See the attached zip for what I'm talking about.

speedy_11 said:
Hey, I'm working on something with a similar spirit as this.
A work in progress: self help brick recovery guide
If you would want help out with this. I believe that it could help the q&a and other section of the captivate thread a lot by reducing the number of brick threads
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Same spirit here mate i am with you lets do it....!
But i will be focussing on problems of members other than bricking and also i believe prevention would be better than cure....!
jmtheiss said:
If either of you have experience with web coding, perhaps it would be worthwhile to make up a page that has an interactive checklist of brick steps. Sort of a step-by-step troubleshooter.
For example, the first page could just be the question about whether the phone shows any signs of life at all or not, then have a page with selectable items about the Rom/kernel/modem setup, then move into more specific items.
See the attached zip for what I'm talking about.
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I saw the zip and got what you are saying i liked it. I have a decent hold over html & java so i must be able to create that....!
But i will need space to host it....!

Perhaps in lieu of hosting space, save it as an all-in-one zip file and post it on here. You wouldn't need a large amount additional space (I assume) as there probably wouldn't be a huge need for images. If that's the case, it would be all text, which should be fairly small.

jmtheiss said:
Perhaps in lieu of hosting space, save it as an all-in-one zip file and post it on here. You wouldn't need a large amount additional space (I assume) as there probably wouldn't be a huge need for images. If that's the case, it would be all text, which should be fairly small.
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true it wont be a big zip file......!
I will create it and post it here

Wow jmtheiss you took my idea to the next level, i never though of making it interactive. But that my be the key that really will make it work.
sorry adicool I'm no good with HTML or coding i will have to leave that to you. But I have a knack for graphic design. Plus I can find and collect the images that could be use as examples (ex. like a soft brick screen)

speedy_11 said:
Wow jmtheiss you took my idea to the next level, i never though of making it interactive. But that my be the key that really will make it work.
sorry adicool I'm no good with HTML or coding i will have to leave that to you. But I have a knack for graphic design. Plus I can find and collect the images that could be use as examples (ex. like a soft brick screen)
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i just created a test version to see if i still remember html just have a look at this attachment below....!
open the test.html first i have just created a working link for rooting others i will be doing soon,tell me what you think of it....!

adicool said:
i just created a test version to see if i still remember html just have a look at this attachment below....!
open the test.html first i have just created a working link for rooting others i will be doing soon,tell me what you think of it....!
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Looks good to me. Clean, simple, easy to follow.

A good starting point, if you need any help feel free to ask.
Thought here: The one package is good. I'm also thing that we can have each section posted package as a separate package too (along with the whole package). So those who only need one thing like rooting the can just download that section

Hi! I'm new to the forums and need some help. I have stock I897UCKB1, sucessfully rooted and unlocked it. I would like to try out some ROMs, CM7 first. How should i start? I assume i have Eclair/Froyo bootloaders, right? I've installed ROM Manager Premium, clicked flash clockworkmod, and to reboot to recovery but it's only stock recovery. How should i proceed? Also i need some enlightment on bootloaders: if i flash the newest GB ATT bootloaders will every ROM work with it? Thanks in advance!

Go to the general section, there is a thread called "sticky roll-up" in there is a link to a thread called "e: signature verification failed" that is the work around you need for cwm (or any zip) to flash
Or you can flash a froyo kernel that has cwm baked in with odin like speedmod...
I wouldn't mess with bootloaders st this point in your flashing experience that its the only time you risk a real hard brick do leave those alone until you know for sure what you're doing.

I totally forgot about muse, so here's my on take of the guide.

bazarimajom said:
Hi! I'm new to the forums and need some help. I have stock I897UCKB1, sucessfully rooted and unlocked it. I would like to try out some ROMs, CM7 first. How should i start? I assume i have Eclair/Froyo bootloaders, right? I've installed ROM Manager Premium, clicked flash clockworkmod, and to reboot to recovery but it's only stock recovery. How should i proceed? Also i need some enlightment on bootloaders: if i flash the newest GB ATT bootloaders will every ROM work with it? Thanks in advance!
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I would advice you to first try flashing a few froyo based roms just to gain experience in flashing after that you can move over to GB
as told by my friends here there is a thread here that fixes that cwm problem .!
If you still need help or cant find it do post here and i would be more than happy to help...!whatever you do just dont mess with bootloaders atm as they can cause your device to be bricked...
I would say start off first by flashing cognition 4.5.3....!

speedy_11 said:
A good starting point, if you need any help feel free to ask.
Thought here: The one package is good. I'm also thing that we can have each section posted package as a separate package too (along with the whole package). So those who only need one thing like rooting the can just download that section
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Hmmm well that can be done !
i have college today i will get started with the html again once i come back....
lets finish this thing soon!
Edit:just finsihed the package for 2.2 only,have a look at the attachment,also its not complete yet but it had basic things...!

studacris said:
Go to the general section, there is a thread called "sticky roll-up" in there is a link to a thread called "e: signature verification failed" that is the work around you need for cwm (or any zip) to flash
Or you can flash a froyo kernel that has cwm baked in with odin like speedmod...
I wouldn't mess with bootloaders st this point in your flashing experience that its the only time you risk a real hard brick do leave those alone until you know for sure what you're doing.
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adicool said:
I would advice you to first try flashing a few froyo based roms just to gain experience in flashing after that you can move over to GB
as told by my friends here there is a thread here that fixes that cwm problem .!
If you still need help or cant find it do post here and i would be more than happy to help...!whatever you do just dont mess with bootloaders atm as they can cause your device to be bricked...
I would say start off first by flashing cognition 4.5.3....!
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Thanks, i was able to get CWM to work with speedmod kernel, so i take your advice now and try out some froyo roms!

bazarimajom said:
Thanks, i was able to get CWM to work with speedmod kernel, so i take your advice now and try out some froyo roms!
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Cool.....!
dont forget to follow the instructions before flashing...

adicool said:
Edit:just finsihed the package for 2.2 only,have a look at the attachment,also its not complete yet but it had basic things...!
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The information looks good, i saw that on the flash back to stock you didn't put hemdiall. Since linux and mac users cant use odin
Did you take a peak at my attempt with muse?

speedy_11 said:
The information looks good, i saw that on the flash back to stock you didn't put hemdiall. Since linux and mac users cant use odin
Did you take a peak at my attempt with muse?
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oops i forgot that, i dont use mac so i missed it lol....!
yeah i saw your attempt it was decent enough mate,if you want to try more software try adobe dreamweaver it will help you develop web pages without html

dreamweaver would be great but my current computer wouldn't be able to handle it and i dont have the money for it. muse is free until the final product is done that why im using it.
i pm'ed you but i dont know if it sent

[Q] Getting back to GB from ICS

Hey everyone!
I am running an ICS rom and was wanting to go back to GB. I don't have a nandroid(I know, I know. Would have made things easier), but I haven't done anything to attempt to get back yet. I've been reading and, so far, haven't found anything similar to my issue, but I think I've figured it out. Just checking, as I understand it there are different partitions, which means having to flash something(sorry I'm kinda noob at this) like odin or heidmal. Then flash GB rom? if this isn't right then please let me know, also if there are/is a link describing this already I would be very appreciative for the link to it. You guys are great and thanks for any help I get with my noobness.

Search please, there are already 2 guides and one user thread for this...
Sent from my SGH-I897 using xda premium

Thanks, sorry. :/

Get the i897uckk4 Odin One Click - Stock installer, run it with Admin privileges, put the Captivate into download mode (hold both Volume buttons and plug it into the USB cable already attached to the 'puter), when it's detected by Odin click Start and wait.
That's about it.

SGH-T849 stuck at loading screen after zImage flash

Hello fellow XDA'ers,
With the release of a stable CM9 candidate for the SGH-T849, I wanted to move away from the stock firmware and use a open-source/less-bloatware/pixiedust/unicornmagic firmware. Just like the fat kid squeezing his way into a candy emporium, I ran at the chance to install CM9.
I loaded the page that I had bookmarked for this very purpose:
*I can't post URLs since I am new to XDA, but it is an internal address*
Code:
wiki[dot]cyanogenmod[dot]com/wiki/Samsung_Galaxy_Tab_(GSM):_Full_Update_Guide
I followed the guide for Windows machines. I did not perform any pre-flashing backups, as all data was already backed-up. Furthermore, I'd like to fully format the internal and external SD cards for use with the tablet.
I installed all necessary drivers, and installed Technomancer's ClockworkMod onto the tablet through Heimdall (via download mode). The flash was deemed a success in the command prompt, and the tablet was rebooted by the computer. The blue bar zipped across the tab to show transfer of zImage.
However, after reboot, the tablet is stuck at the T-Mobile loading screen. I force shut down the device by holding the power button, and after shutdown unplug it from the computer.
I turn the tablet back on, and I get the same T-Mobile loading screen. By now, the tablet is looking at me like I'm stupid, which it's fully right in doing. I turn off the tablet by holding the power button, and the tablet turns off.
I try to see the battery level when plugged in via USB-AC power, but I am greeted with a battery icon that has a loading logo.
Before starting this adventure, I made sure the tablet was fully charged.
I can still enter into download mode when connected to the computer. I have only tried Heimdall, and have yet to read up on ODIN.
Relevant device information:
The device was rooted (SuperUser/BusyBox installed)
Model Number: SGH-T849
Firmware Version: 2.2
Baseband version: T849UVJJB
Kernel Version: 2.6.32.9
[email protected] #1
Build Number: FROYO.UVJJB
This is the first time that I have ever tried to flash a firmware onto an Android device. I have successfully flashed my two Nokia N8's with firmwares and have dealt with iPod touch 2Gs jailbreaks, so I am not *completely* computer incompetent. :silly:
I have tried to find the original firmware for the SGH-T849, but all the download links that I have tried to find are either dead or removed. Since only the zImage was replaced, I was hoping to simply re-flash with the factory zImage. Since I can't find the original factory firmware, I have yet to try this option.
I'm not sure what bricked state the tab is in. I'd like to hope it's soft-bricked, but that's probably not the case.
If I need to perform diagnostics on the device (or if any extra informaiton needs to be provided), I can edit this original posting with updated information. I have easy access to a Windows machine, but I may be able to get access to Ubuntu via disk image on another computer.
I don't want to be the jerk who states that "I solved it!" and leaves everyone in the dust: I'll post everything and anything that happens with this problem for future reference.
Other "stuck at loading screen posts" seem very similar to this, but solutions seem to be very divergent. Therefore, I am hoping for some clarity. Considering that the wiki post was designed for the SGH-T849, I think this thread should act as an appendix to the above wiki page for flashing this device.
Thanks,
willing_to_cooperate

Use overcome method.
T849 is the same as P1000 only with different modem.
http://www.teamovercome.net
Read the guide,
Missing pictures can be seen here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20974872
Follow the picture step by step.
missing files at
http://tabfirmware.com/2012/01/romk...e-7-series-v4-1-0-♫-overcome-kernel-v4-0-0-♫/
Sent from my GT-P1000 using xda app-developers app

dropbox *.png image link is 404'd
Hi Priyana,
The missing pictures provided through the Dropbox link at the thread provided is giving a 404 error. Knowing this, there aren't any pictures to follow.
Does anyone have a link to the pictures that *isn't* dead? Perhaps hosting on imgur or bayimg would sove this issue for future users.
I don't want to move on the Overcome method until I have the pictures.
Thanks,
willing_to_cooperate
priyana said:
Use overcome method.
T849 is the same as P1000 only with different modem.
http://www.teamovercome.net
Read the guide,
Missing pictures can be seen here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=20974872
Follow the picture step by step.
missing files at
http://tabfirmware.com/2012/01/romk...e-7-series-v4-1-0-♫-overcome-kernel-v4-0-0-♫/
Sent from my GT-P1000 using xda app-developers app
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Hmm.. others can see it, it shouldn't be a drop box.
Here I reattach
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Image too blurry
Hi priyana,
The picture looks really tiny with unreadable text. Specifically, it's only 315px wide.
Do you have a better resolution?
Thanks,
willing_to_cooperate
priyana said:
Hmm.. others can see it, it shouldn't be a drop box.
Here I reattach
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If you search overcome thread you should be able to find.
Nevertheless
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25971078&postcount=1316
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Hi priyana,
I followed the guide posted, and downloaded all the necessary files (some of the links in the original thread were missing).
Regardless, I downloaded similar files, and cross-checked the SHA-1 hash against what was listed on the Overcome website.
Flashed once (to Samsung factory reset), followed with a second flash to Overcome. Yahoo! :victory:
Thanks again for your guidance, even when I seemed to be a bit of an annoyance.
Again, for those looking to flashing a similar device, I should be holding the files on my computer (just in case). Just in case I need to return the favor.
Cheers!
willing_to_cooperate
priyana said:
If you search overcome thread you should be able to find.
Nevertheless
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=25971078&postcount=1316
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Update on my GT-P1000/SGH-T849: T-Mobile to Overcome to CyanogenMod9/CM9
For reference:
Some people may be confused on how to move from Overcome to CyanogenMod.
The Overcome guide gives directions for wiping caches before installing the Overcome ROM. However, in the PDF guide, this is crossed out, as it is handled by a script in the Overcome ROM.
CM9 for the GT-P1000 doesn't seem to have that built in, which would cause a boot loop if the cache isn't cleared before installing CM9 for the GT-P1000. Since you can't pop the battery, force-shut-down the tablet by holding the power key until the tab shuts down.
After this, follow the Overcome guide to the point where the section of clearing caches is crossed-out. At this point, it's probably best to re-stock your tab (as priyana always suggests ad nauseum). Read between the crossed-out lines to clear caches, and install CM9 for the GT-P1000. It would be a good idea to install GApps at the same time using the same install procedure.
Hope this helps someone,
willing_to_cooperate

willing_to_cooperate
I'm going to give your username willing_to_cooperate the test
Unbelievably, I have *exactly to the letter* the same problem you had a few months ago. Like you I have a SGH-T849, and like you was trying to breathe some life into it by flashing it with Cyanogenmod. And sadly, like you I "soft bricked" it, so now all I get is a stuck T-Mobile screen on boot.
I've been trying to follow your lead and use Overcome + Odin to make things boot again, but I'm unable to get most of the files necessary. Anything that links to a multiupload.com address right now are broken links. Does anyone have other ways to access the files needed for the Overcome process?
If you have any insight on the specific step of getting the Tab out of its current bricked state, I'd much appreciate it.
Also, SGH-T849 has been mentioned as needing a "different modem". What/where is the correct file to use for that step?
Thanks,
Ben

It is right there in general section.
Or follow my signature.
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Completing a request.
Hello bklass!
I will do one better. In this case, I will deliver. As I type, the RAR package is uploading.
I will PM you a link to the file when I have uploaded the necessary package. The link that I will provide to your account will be valid for no more than 72 hours from the time I send you the link to the RAR package via PM, NOT from the time of this public post.
I do not want to post a public link, as people will blindly download it, hoping something works. Better to reply to this thread to get the required package. That way, there's a sense of order for this device.
The size of the package is ~1.23GB.
There are some extra files there, as I was trying to make a full copy of all possible files (to possibly help other users). Please don't be scared with the different modems, just make sure to PICK THE RIGHT MODEM.... or you may screw up your tablet (which you want to avoid).
There is a PDF guide of the steps required for using the different files. I would print this off/have it open on another computer, and read through it SEVERAL times to understand what you are doing. I am not saying it's hard, it is just very technically detailed. Make sure to have an afternoon free for the entire procedure. There is a point in the guide which I labelled as "start here," as I took a break, and didn't want to lose my specific spot. If you want to break up the procedure over two sessions, that'd be a good place to stop.
I am 99.99% sure that all the files are present in the RAR'd directory. However, if by some clerical error I forgot to include a specific file (which may be in another directory on my laptop), please let me know of the exact filename so it can be added to an updated archive I upload and send to interested users.
Simply referring to a post (that may be outdated, littered with dead links, and people thanking in-reply instead of properly using a button) does NOT help potential users/customers entering the Android family.
All I ask is that you publicly reply to this message (when you get the file and go through the steps) if: (1) the package sent to you is complete, and; (2) the package provided actually works.
If you leave this thread empty with no reply, you're not cooperating...which is against my spirit of "willing to cooperate".
If you would like to install CyanogenMod, there is a highlighted step with a red note, and a red box pointing to the red note. I did that, as it is a VERY important step (specifically, making sure you delete the cache to install CyanogenMod properly, as CM packages do not clear caches from previous installations automatically: it must be done manually by the user).
For reference, I am successful in running CyanogenMod 9.0 (stable).
Happy Flashing!
willing_to_cooperate
bklaas said:
willing_to_cooperate
I'm going to give your username willing_to_cooperate the test
Unbelievably, I have *exactly to the letter* the same problem you had a few months ago. Like you I have a SGH-T849, and like you was trying to breathe some life into it by flashing it with Cyanogenmod. And sadly, like you I "soft bricked" it, so now all I get is a stuck T-Mobile screen on boot.
I've been trying to follow your lead and use Overcome + Odin to make things boot again, but I'm unable to get most of the files necessary. Anything that links to a multiupload.com address right now are broken links. Does anyone have other ways to access the files needed for the Overcome process?
If you have any insight on the specific step of getting the Tab out of its current bricked state, I'd much appreciate it.
Also, SGH-T849 has been mentioned as needing a "different modem". What/where is the correct file to use for that step?
Thanks,
Ben
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Thanks, got the files.
I will post back to the thread when I have gone through the overcome guide and report how it went. (next week at the earliest)
cheers
priyana said:
It is right there in general section.
Or follow my signature.
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I'm pleased to say that I've successfully unbricked and flashed the Overcome kernel and 4.1 ROM.
My next step is going all the way to CM9...I'm confused on a few aspects-- First, is it correct to assume that I need to flash to a CM9 kernel before flashing the CM9 ROM?
willing_to_cooperate: if that's the case, that might be the file you forgot to include in your excellent rar archive you sent my way. You really went the extra mile on the instructions btw.
Second, there was a mention earlier in the thread it would be a good idea to go back to stock before moving to CM9. If that's the case, why did I install the Overcome ROM in the first place? Was that a wasted step, considering my end goal was CM9?
cheers,
#!/ben
bklaas said:
Thanks, got the files.
I will post back to the thread when I have gone through the overcome guide and report how it went. (next week at the earliest)
cheers
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bklaas said:
I'm pleased to say that I've successfully unbricked and flashed the Overcome kernel and 4.1 ROM.
My next step is going all the way to CM9...I'm confused on a few aspects-- First, is it correct to assume that I need to flash to a CM9 kernel before flashing the CM9 ROM?
willing_to_cooperate: if that's the case, that might be the file you forgot to include in your excellent rar archive you sent my way. You really went the extra mile on the instructions btw.
Second, there was a mention earlier in the thread it would be a good idea to go back to stock before moving to CM9. If that's the case, why did I install the Overcome ROM in the first place? Was that a wasted step, considering my end goal was CM9?
cheers,
#!/ben
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The guide was overcome, that is why overcome ROM was flashed using CWM.
But, actually you don't need that.
You only need to Odin flash the Overcome kernel.
That is it. You don't even need to wait for the robotic voice to complete its thing.
Just force it off.
Then boot to recovery.
use that recovery to flash CM9, twice.
You are kind of right, you need CM9 kernel, but it is done by the first flash
(spot the CWM is different from overcome one, after first flash).
Second flash will install CM9.
Then you flash gapps and reboot.
If you reboot after CM9 without gapps, you can still flash gapps later, but you won't get the setup wizard (the one that ask you to set up wifi, put gmail id, choose to use gmail to backup, bla bla)
So just remember, in the future, restock means Odin flash GB-stock-safe.
Then you will want to Odin flash the Overcome kernel because that is the easiest way to install CWM.
From there it is flashing from CWM.

Full success thanks to this thread
I am 100% up and running with CM9 on my SGH-T849 (T-Mobile branded original 7" Galaxy Tab), thanks to the excellent help from willing_to_cooperate and priyana.
FYI, 2 biggest roadblocks to getting this completed were:
1. Inability to find the necessary files because of broken links, downloads found on sites blocked as malware, etc. [SOLVED] by willing_to_cooperate and him putting together an awesome .rar archive of all necessary files, including a critical annotation in the Overcome guide PDF that told me about the necessary step of wiping cache when flashing CM9
2. Inability to find well-written or even correct information about what to do. As a gadget hobbyist, I have been doing Linux stuff for almost a decade. That community tends to be very sharp and focused to task. The android mod community is quite a bit different I'm finding out-- for every thread with good discussion points there are 25 that say "How do I tweak teh andrd better so I can show everyone how kewl I am". I will concede that this just comes with the territory. Someone tweaking their stock T-mobile phone is quite a bit different than someone installing Ubuntu on a laptop. Nevertheless, [SOLVED] again by willing_to_cooperate and priyana on this thread. Kudos to both of you.
For the record, though I jumped through a few more hoops than was required, these were the steps from getting to "soft-bricked" Galaxy Tab SGH-T849 to fully running CM9 w/gapps.
1. Follow Overcome guide documentation to restock stable Gingerbread
2. Follow Overcome guide to flash Overcome kernel 4.0.0 using Odin
3. Boot and connect Tab as USB storage device
4. Copy CM9 and gapps zip files to mounted Tab (which is the internal SD card)
5. Boot into recovery mode (clockwork mod, which was installed in step 2)
6. Wipe flash/cache through Clockwork Mod
7. Install CM9 and gapps through Clockwork Mod
8. Boot and rejoice in the CM9 awesomeness
cheers,
#!/ben

For the record (as you already have CM9 working on your tablet), I did not include CyanogenMod (CM) releases in the package that I sent to you.
The reason I didn't do that is that the CM ROMs are always updating, and it is easier for the user to find the correct and safest location to download the plain CM ROM files.
For those wondering what address I'm referring to:
http://get.cm/?device=p1 "p1" is the code name for the device.
To clarify, the package that I sent is what I used to get my tablet out of stock (T-Mobile) via Overcome, then updating to CM9.0.
You can select stable, release candidate (RC) or nightly from the menu on the left-hand side. If you are just starting, I would strongly suggest you use the most recent stable ROM for your device (that way, you minimize the risk of using a ROM that may still have bugs).
Good to hear of success relating to your device.
To other people that need the package that I sent to bklass (as you cannot find all the files required due to possible broken links that may happen now or in the future), please PM me and refer to this thread.
I will try to re-write the Overcome guide on a long-term "to-do list" that will clearly delimit what point is restocking, and what point is flashing with another ROM. That, or updating the relevant CM wiki page with proper steps. That way, there is no need to search for a PDF or picture file with relevant steps, just refer to the proper steps in the CM wiki link.
When I rewrite the guide, I'll make sure to include files that are required, with relevant MD5 hashes appended.
Regards,
willing_to_cooperate.
bklaas said:
I'm pleased to say that I've successfully unbricked and flashed the Overcome kernel and 4.1 ROM.
My next step is going all the way to CM9...I'm confused on a few aspects-- First, is it correct to assume that I need to flash to a CM9 kernel before flashing the CM9 ROM?
willing_to_cooperate: if that's the case, that might be the file you forgot to include in your excellent rar archive you sent my way. You really went the extra mile on the instructions btw.
Second, there was a mention earlier in the thread it would be a good idea to go back to stock before moving to CM9. If that's the case, why did I install the Overcome ROM in the first place? Was that a wasted step, considering my end goal was CM9?
cheers,
#!/ben
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> I will do one better. In this case, I will deliver. As I type, the RAR package is uploading.
Hi! Do you still have that RAR file? I followed the steps at the cyanogenmod site and ended up with the same t-mobile image.
I can still connect to my phone typing "adb shell" on the terminal, and execute commands there, but I do not know how to bring it back to life.
Thanks!

If you're using terminology like shell, I'll assume your on a *nix system.
In short, the files are Windows-based, and should have all components.
PM me and I'll send you the link, as I don't want the RAR file publicly posted (I have limited hosting space via Drop box that I don't want slammed by the XDA community).
Cheers!
willing_to_cooperate
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I'm having a difficult time getting mine off the boot screen. Odin doesn't recognize it thus the Overcome steps don't work. Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Holy

Holyloktar said:
I'm having a difficult time getting mine off the boot screen. Odin doesn't recognize it thus the Overcome steps don't work. Any thoughts?
Thanks,
Holy
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Hi Holykotar,
Hmm... Let me troubleshoot. I'll be approaching your problem from a "cross-examination/troubleshooting" perspective. Please answer all the questions below:
1) Are you having a bootloop? That is, tablet boots up, goes to a logo, then repeats until you get bored?
If you can, it may be wise to enter recovery, delete all caches, and re-start the tablet.
The first time I tried going through the steps, I had a bootloop as the caches were incompatible with the ROM. This may be your case, but it is difficult to determine with the limited information that you have provided me.
Therefore, as stated, I would start off by going into recovery, and deleting all caches. If that works, let me know.
2) What version of ODIN are you using?
Later versions may be incompatible. I used Odin3 v1.7 with success on Windows 7 Ultimate. Also, it could be an issue of not starting ODIN with administrative privileges.
3) What OS are you using?
This may seem silly, but good information for people reading this thread. As stated, I used Windows 7 Ultimate.
4) Have you installed the required computer drivers so the tablet is successfully recognized by the computer?
This would fix some interface issues. If the software (ODIN) can't communicate with the tablet (GT-P1000), then it may be a driver issue.
5) What guide are you using? Better yet, do you have all the required files?
If you are using the guide entitled: "The Overcome Experience" (I have it as a PDF), then there shouldn't be any problems. However, if you are having issues with a proper guide, PM me and I will send you a link to download all necessary files to flash the GT-P1000 (T-Mobile version) without any problems. I request that you PM me for the files, as I don't want the download link distributed (as my bandwidth is fast but limited).
Happy Flashing :laugh:
willing_to_cooperate

Please help - t-mo g1

Hey guys, I had dug out my old HTC G1 and was trying out the new roms. I was running on 2.3.4 I believe and before flashing anything I had made a Nandroid backup. After flashing couple of Roms i didn't like them and I tried to flash a specific one recommended by someone and after flashing my phone was stuck on the G1 screen and nothing after that.
So I went back into recovery and tried to flash the rom again and it didn't work, then I tried another rom which had previously worked and that one didn't boot up either and finally I tried to restore from Nandroid and that didn't work either, phone is still stuck on G1 screen as of right now.
I am attaching a picture of the Hboot and SPL etc if thats any help, but if someone could help me out it would be great I would hate to have this phone just be a paper weight.
Thanks again!
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Guys the two posts that are in reply to this thread by me are from a different thread where I had originally reported my concerns, I have included them in this thread so in case anyone else is running into similar issues they can possibly obtain something useful from them.

NSingh95 said:
Hey guys, I had dug out my old HTC G1 and was trying out the new roms. I was running on 2.3.4 I believe and before flashing anything I had made a Nandroid backup. After flashing couple of Roms i didn't like them and I tried to flash a specific one recommended by someone and after flashing my phone was stuck on the G1 screen and nothing after that.
So I went back into recovery and tried to flash the rom again and it didn't work, then I tried another rom which had previously worked and that one didn't boot up either and finally I tried to restore from Nandroid and that didn't work either, phone is still stuck on G1 screen as of right now.
I am attaching a picture of the Hboot and SPL etc if thats any help, but if someone could help me out it would be great I would hate to have this phone just be a paper weight.
Thanks again!
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I keep on running into this because i cant seem to get this root done but
To what ive read on the forums seems like youll need to flash an original stock firmware otherwise keep trying but if not just go to the unrooting section of the post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14193280
good luck:good:

Re: [ROM][4.0.4][29.01.13] BananaSandwich v0.2 - first smooth & fast ICS ROM (CM9 bas
If you were following the full directions in the banana bread thread then you would be at least attempting to use cmtd, but not a requirement. Yes you should update radio and SPL, as well as flash amonra recovery, no need to unroot. Just search out ezterrys thread in the developers section titled 2708+ update, and follow all steps there, even will find a link for amonra.
Search out cmtd if you want to learn more, not required hardly ever but can be nice. Also you can repartition SD when ever you want, no unroot needed for that, if you have further questions I suggest not leaving them in this unrelated thread as respect to developer
Edit, I see you already have another thread in the works, post any question there and someone will help, chances are the cmtd did work when flashing bannanabread which would make sense if you cant restore nandroid as partitions changed. Also note you need to do a full wipe, preferably a super wipe or fast boot -w in between ROM flashes, and yes even when restoring a nandroid
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1. Flash this: http://www.mediafire.com/?upf6u8m0zb70ag5 then full wipe and reboot
http://www.mediafire.com/?a3ay0gxvfj9y8
2. flash radio 2.22.27.08, reboot
3. flash hboot0013d, reboot
4. flash recovery-ra-dream-v1.7.0-automtd.zip reboot
make sure you have partitioned sdcard (swap, sd-ext - I recommend ext4)
then follow instructions from ROM topic
I'm sure it will work

NSingh95 said:
Re: [ROM][4.0.4][29.01.13] BananaSandwich v0.2 - first smooth & fast ICS ROM (CM9 bas
If you were following the full directions in the banana bread thread then you would be at least attempting to use cmtd, but not a requirement. Yes you should update radio and SPL, as well as flash amonra recovery, no need to unroot. Just search out ezterrys thread in the developers section titled 2708+ update, and follow all steps there, even will find a link for amonra.
Search out cmtd if you want to learn more, not required hardly ever but can be nice. Also you can repartition SD when ever you want, no unroot needed for that, if you have further questions I suggest not leaving them in this unrelated thread as respect to developer
Edit, I see you already have another thread in the works, post any question there and someone will help, chances are the cmtd did work when flashing bannanabread which would make sense if you cant restore nandroid as partitions changed. Also note you need to do a full wipe, preferably a super wipe or fast boot -w in between ROM flashes, and yes even when restoring a nandroid
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demkantor if you stumble in this thread somehow please let me know if the below thread was what you had suggested I look up.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=831139
Thanks

Yeah thats the right thread, did you say links were down? Or did bannana give you new links?
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demkantor said:
Yeah thats the right thread, did you say links were down? Or did bannana give you new links?
Sent from my HTC MyTouch 4G Slide using xda premium
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Yea the links are down in that thread and banana gave me the links for specifically running bananabread rom, but im a bit confused that if i do use the automtd is that going to cause problems if I decide to change the rom from bananabread?
also there is another link that someone posted above (rooting guide in sense) and I was wondering if i followed that would that resolve anything...
going from having too little information now i have too much information and am confused as to which path to choose, right about right now I wish i was just prescribing a patient some medicine lol
thanks for your continuous help and i hope you can help me figure this out!

If youre around in a couple hours (3hrs?) Ill be at a computer and can get you the images needed and walk you through it, other wise just make sure you read before flashing firmwafre.
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demkantor said:
If youre around in a couple hours (3hrs?) Ill be at a computer and can get you the images needed and walk you through it, other wise just make sure you read before flashing firmwafre.
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I'll be around my computer as well until then i will try to see if the instructions banana4444 gave me workout for me or not...
if they work then all is well and i will report here and if they don't then ill be checking this post consistently around 9 pm pacific and we can go from there.
thanks a lot!
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Hey kantor so I have got the phone up and running using the instructions from banana... so as of right now im good and I really appreciate you helping so much and willing to take the time to help even more.
Thanks again, will keep you posted in case needed!

NSingh95 said:
Re: [ROM][4.0.4][29.01.13] BananaSandwich v0.2 - first smooth & fast ICS ROM (CM9 bas
If you were following the full directions in the banana bread thread then you would be at least attempting to use cmtd, but not a requirement. Yes you should update radio and SPL, as well as flash amonra recovery, no need to unroot. Just search out ezterrys thread in the developers section titled 2708+ update, and follow all steps there, even will find a link for amonra.
Search out cmtd if you want to learn more, not required hardly ever but can be nice. Also you can repartition SD when ever you want, no unroot needed for that, if you have further questions I suggest not leaving them in this unrelated thread as respect to developer
Edit, I see you already have another thread in the works, post any question there and someone will help, chances are the cmtd did work when flashing bannanabread which would make sense if you cant restore nandroid as partitions changed. Also note you need to do a full wipe, preferably a super wipe or fast boot -w in between ROM flashes, and yes even when restoring a nandroid
Sent from my Nexus 7 using xda premium
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FeintDoxx said:
I keep on running into this because i cant seem to get this root done but
To what ive read on the forums seems like youll need to flash an original stock firmware otherwise keep trying but if not just go to the unrooting section of the post
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=14193280
good luck:good:
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Okay so I seem to have gotten the issue resolved with the help of some great developers here. See the links and posts that are above and i recommend you use those steps also.
If you are still not rooted then try to provide more details in this post as to where you are stuck and ill see what i can help you with and im sure other people are going to be willing to help also.... Good luck!