Hello all. So I've had a Captivate for a while and I want to install Froyo and root my phone. I'm only a little familiar with these processes and I'm curious about which one I should do first. Any advice? Can anyone direct me to a good set of instructions for either? There are just SO MANY out there. Thanks!
there are plenty of 'how to' documents and information about what to do. You might want to browse this section for more info:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/forumdisplay.php?f=706
this thread contains some install information:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=884364
this thread was created for an easier way to root and install a rom:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=944418
There are plenty of rom's to choose from in that section, so pick one that appeals to you and try it.
please read the sticky posts in the general, q&a, devs sections.
I read through some of the Stickies and and I'm okay with the rooting process and installing Froyo... I can just can't find anything about which to do first since I want to do both at the same time.
ItsBobLoblaw said:
I read through some of the Stickies and and I'm okay with the rooting process and installing Froyo... I can just can't find anything about which to do first since I want to do both at the same time.
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which rom are you going to install? most of cases, you do not need to root your phone to install rom by using CWM.
if you install a custom rom from any dev threads, your phone is already rooted after the installation.
Probably Cognition. Is the current version based on 2.2 or do I update to Froyo separately?
Yeah, I'm going to go with Cognition but I guess I understand this less than I thought.... is there a version that is 2.2 based? Also (sorry if this question should be somewhere else) in the Cognition thread, the installation instructions say to use ODIN if using version 6.X below. I downloaded what seemed to be the most current ROM, but its 3.04. And under the ODIN instructions, it says "Download link will say “Download Cognition v2.2 BETA X.X.X ODIN”. " Are these referring to two different things?
Thanks!
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I can't get it to install.
I have version 2.1, with superbeast that I used for the rooter.
I followed all the wiki instructions for the cognition, but it is not working.
The first time I tried using the rom manager to load cognition, it worked, but it would never go past install multi-csc.
Now I am trying it again and it won't work at all, it just stays on the screen when I try and reboot it.
Not sure what to do, should I name the cognition folder to update, and just do the volume and power button update way?
have you tried using odin?
Not to be "that guy" but this doesn't really belong in the Development section. There's a whole other section devoted to Q&A, and you should have this moved there.
Why the heck is this not in the thread devoted to Cognition??
NOFSBIGE said:
have you tried using odin?
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I think it says to use the flash method since I am not currently 2.2
codyrapol said:
I think it says to use the flash method since I am not currently 2.2
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it would be best to run titanium backup on your current setup so that you can get your apps back, but install cog from the odin.
(MODS, PLEASE MOVE TO Q&A)Sticky Guide for flashing custom ROMs has a broken link?
The top sticky for flashing a custom ROM has a broken link to the ODIN file I need to download. Do you guys know where I can find it now?
Try posting in the Q&A section, I'm not at my home computer right now but if your question still isn't answered by 4:00 I'll give you my link.
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The top sticky for flashing a custom ROM has a broken link to the ODIN file I need to download. Do you guys know where I can find it now?
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Do not post questions in the Development forum. That is why there is a Q&A forum.
If your phone has the 3-button issue, use this one. Otherwise, use this one.
The links in both of those threads should be active.
I have never rooted or flashed my Cappy, so I'm still on stock 2.1. Also, I have never had any issues with the 3 buttons on my device, but briefly looking at the "3-button issue" thread, that appears to be a problem only with people who have already flashed their phones, not anyone with a stock unit. So, if I wanted to root/flash my phone for the first time using the sticky thread tutorial, I would want to use the ODIN link in this thread: "[STOCK ROM] Odin3 One-Click Downloader and Drivers CAPTIVATE ONLY".
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So, if I wanted to root/flash my phone for the first time using the sticky thread tutorial, I would want to use the ODIN link in this thread: "[STOCK ROM] Odin3 One-Click Downloader and Drivers CAPTIVATE ONLY".
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Yes, you will want to use the one from the second thread that I posted. Also, look underneath your battery. There will be a four number code (1007, 1008, etc.). What's the code on yours?
between the S/N and SKU the 4 digit number is: 1012, thena short bar code, then it says REV0.4
O wait, I only need to use ODIN if I'm not on a stock 2.1 unrooted Captivate, right?
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between the S/N and SKU the 4 digit number is: 1012, thena short bar code, then it says REV0.4
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Don't use 1 click on that build. Or you will be a sad panda.
Edit: correct no reason to flash stock from stock.
Would I be right in assuming that one-click ODIN puts an older version of the stock ROM on my phone, and I don't need to use ODIN at all because I'm not rooted and still on the stock ROM?
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Would I be right in assuming that one-click ODIN puts an older version of the stock ROM on my phone, and I don't need to use ODIN at all because I'm not rooted and still on the stock ROM?
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That assumption would be correct.
But as stated above. Never use the Odin 1 click that I posted earlier. You will indeed be a "sad panda". Your phone will be bricked.
Anyway, wait for someone else to come along and tell you which Odin to use. I'm not sure myself which one you need for your phone.
But regardless, for your first flash, you shouldn't need to wipe your phone.
Wow I feel like a horse's ass for asking this but it's probably been a year since the last update I flashed, and I've googled and googled for info but I'm googled out. I also checked the dev section but I dont see what I'm looking for so forgive my stupid question: I'm getting the incessant 2.3.6 OTA notification so I need to update to 2.3.6, I'm on 2.3.4 I think it's a stock version. I tried flashing the 2.3.6 update zip that i downloaded, that didn't work and from what I think I remember that was a stupid thing to try anyway. I'm pretty sure I'm looking for a full 2.3.6 stock rom/build/zip, but I've had no luck in my search. Basically I just want the latest rooted full stock rom to flash. My bootloader is unlocked or I would honestly just unroot and install the OTA, I've no use for root anymore anyway. Can anyone throw me a bone? Thanks
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1061648
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if you want back to stock, flash this (in recovery or in HBOOT as PASSIMG.ZIP, whichever way you want):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1292738
All the guides for flashing are in the Wiki, please read before further questions. Thanks.
Jack_R1 said:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1061648
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if you want back to stock, flash this (in recovery or in HBOOT as PASSIMG.ZIP, whichever way you want):
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1292738
All the guides for flashing are in the Wiki, please read before further questions. Thanks.
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Awesome, I appreciate your help
Hello
I have captivate from at&T ( I897). I upgraded last year from eclair to froyo UCJI6 from some site.
Please can some one guide me step by step how to get latest gingerbread. I never had gingerbread on my phone. Upgrading from UCJI6 scares me.
Your help would mean a lot to me.
Thanks
Dillon
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Hello
I have captivate from at&T ( I897). I upgraded last year from eclair to froyo UCJI6 from some site.
Please can some one guide me step by step how to get latest gingerbread. I never had gingerbread on my phone. Upgrading from UCJI6 scares me.
Your help would mean a lot to me.
Thanks
Dillon
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Did you even try to use the search? or look at the stickies?
How to Flash Roms Sticky
List of Stock packages and 1 clicks Sticky
XDA Video
prbassplayer said:
Did you even try to use the search? or look at the stickies?
How to Flash Roms Sticky
List of Stock packages and 1 clicks Sticky
XDA Video
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I looked at your post but it was confusing for me as i dont know much.
There were two download links..one was boot loader free ..other was different one.
Can you please send me the the right steps and link for downloading
thanks
Another resource is
MobileTechVideos <- good video guides.
That being said, modifiying your phone can lead to hard bricks. So above all read and understand everything. Most of the danger is flashing bootloaders (that's why you see packages with and without bootloaders, to limit the danger). If you corrupt one of the bootloaders or flash 2 different (none matching) bootloaders you need a Jtag or UnbrickableMod service. When flashing Gingerbread you NEED gingerbread bootloaders. Once flashed you are golden and don't have flash those ever again.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/archive/index.php/t-1276762.html
i checked above forum where u helped the guy with upgrading UCJI6 to GB.
He had issues while upgrading but eventually he was succesfull.
I could not find which method he used ..
please help me if possible
Read up on how to get in Download mode and how to use ODIN (or Heimdall if you are running a none windows machine). Download a Stock gingerbread rom with bootloaders and flash. The latest is KK4, but i've never used that specific package (though it should have bootloaders) I can speak for KJ3 on that thread.
Basics.
Open ODIN (1 click or not) as admind
Get in download mode (press vol up+voldown+connect to computer
If normal ODIN use the PDA slot and select the .rar.md5 package
Hit start
Let it finish and bootup
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profit
I'm not responsible if anytthing should go wrong. If odin gets stuck or you do something wrong you will soft brick or possibly hardbrick your phone.
i am giving up.
Can not find any links and steps which are of great help for Upgrading to GB from UCJI6.
Some are going back to 2.1 before upgarding some not.
Dont know what to do
Going back to stock is-was only used for cwm flashes. You will use ODIN. 2 way different things. Follow my steps. Or read through the tons of threads here. It isn't that hard.
waymon31 said:
Really? the guy just asked a question and i can understand he doesnt want to ruin his investmet. we were all noobs once!!! no need to be rude i mean really how much did it cost you to answer his question?
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he gave up because he couldnt find EXACT instructions on going from one particular FROYO build....because if he had done any actual research, he would know that it doesnt matter what version of FROYO he is on, he will need to flash the ODIN package with the bootloaders....its all covered in the vast damn posts that already cover this extensively. there was ZERO reason to fire up a new thread.
he has been linked to good info and has refused to take heed. reading and UNDERSTANDING is more important than holding hands around here.
Yes we were all noobs once and yes, you need to do your research but he's obviously nervous and not understanding what he's reading right now. Hopefully he'll calm down and understand the information he's been given. We're done here.
Hello all !
I have big problem. I installed 2.2 to gingerbread.
I'm going download mode and i downloaded froyo. I installed this with odin. I'm check only PDA mode, and i browsed rom. I think need full reinstall but i dont know what to do. Please tell me step by step. It is my first odin3 action. I didnt make backup.
PS: My all app stopped by unexpextedly error
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Go here... [Stock ROMs](OneClicks Master Collection)+[Kernels (Stock & w/ CWM)]+[Modems] UPDATED
And you probably need to do a lot more reading before flashing. And before you end up hard bricking your phone.
Read all of the Sticky Threads in the General, Guides in the Q&A, and Stickies in the Development Forums. They are Stickied View attachment 843842 for a reason.
do you think you could give me a little help?
i'm kinda new at all this flashing stuff. :/
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Take the advice I previously posted and follow it. There is a great amount of helpful info contained in these Captivate Forums, you just gotta take some time to read and glean what you need.