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Hey guys
Got a problem here regarding my GT-P1010
Basicaully I've followed a guide to install Froyo using Odin onto my Tab. The problem is the Tab now starts, goes to the home screen and after a few seconds automatically restarts. This cycle will keep on going unless I hold the power button and turn off the device.
I used a p1010 firmware from samfirmwares which I thought would be compatible.
Anyone else had a problem similar to mine and found a solution?
I've got access to recovery so I can wipe and install a zip, however I can't find a ROM in .zip format anywhere. Development seems to be concentrated alot towards the GSM or CDMA versions
waqypaqy said:
Hey guys
Got a problem here regarding my GT-P1010
Basicaully I've followed a guide to install Froyo using Odin onto my Tab. The problem is the Tab now starts, goes to the home screen and after a few seconds automatically restarts. This cycle will keep on going unless I hold the power button and turn off the device.
I used a p1010 firmware from samfirmwares which I thought would be compatible.
Anyone else had a problem similar to mine and found a solution?
I've got access to recovery so I can wipe and install a zip, however I can't find a ROM in .zip format anywhere. Development seems to be concentrated alot towards the GSM or CDMA versions
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ok you have gone into bootloop there cause it was the wrong version, (don't think there is any others that can bar stock. You need to get stock back onto your device.
Did you take a copy of it before you flashed?
check here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1133590
and follow the steps and flash safe , Do not flash any roms\kernels that not made to your tab . or may aliens from the space will eat your nuts
K0sh there is none for the p1010 we can root and overclock install themes and such waiting for spacemoose to save us.
But its an excellent thread so ya should check it out just to reaffirm
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alexgogan said:
K0sh there is none for the p1010 we can root and overclock install themes and such waiting for spacemoose to save us.
But its an excellent thread so ya should check it out just to reaffirm
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i give him the guide to download the rom that made for his tab . and flash it . Spacemoose1 is saving us all
Thanks for the help guys. I've tried using Odin again with the latest firmware, but for the wifi version dont you have to select CSC as well in Odin?
I tried with just PIT and PDA files selected and with re-partition on but I still have the same problem.
Device starts up, goes to home menu and I get process crash report and then the device restarts itself
Can you get to download mode? if you can and there should be no reason try flashing from there the file should be place but clear cache prior to the flash.
Btw froyo is what we are on so why would you be trying to flash this is the stock?
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Hi Alex
Yes I can access Download mode.
I'll clear the cache in recovery before I go to download mode.
Yes I am trying to flash stock firmwar, because the tab just keeps restarting itself when it boots to the main menu. I get an error message that android.media.process has crashed and then the loop starts all over again
Is this your backup stock?
if so worried that you changed the baseband.. Should have my tab back in the morning to help but and am not sure if the but did you download the correct region from Sam cause this sounds like either the bootloader got screwed.. Would clear everything again flash if you follow the instructions on the relevant link again that k0sh gave.. And on final boot this may take a while go leave the device let it finish then come back hopefully it will have finished then if that works great. If not then would imagine its back to sammy cause you have done everything right. Nor unleash come one else has any other ideas... Will ask just incase
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What does android.media.process control? Can you install titanium and freeze that process?
Hi again Alex
The firmware I am trying to flash is the stock European one from samfirmwares. i dont have a backup so im just trying to use what i can access online. i've tried multiple versions of Odin from 1.3 to 1.85. ive left it to download the rom, it installs itself succesfully, does a few things in recovery mode, starts,goes into the home screen but i still get the same loop sequence. if you could somehow give me a backup from your Tab (if its a european one) then that would be greatly appreciated.
@ranger: Im not sure what the process controls to be honest and i cant even use the tab before it restarts itself again.
Also I've seen this post by from another thread
Originally Posted by rangercaptain View Post
Is there a dbdata file for your rom? For other roms, when you don't flash that file you get a bootloop. Anyone know what I am talking about?
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Could there be a similar solution for me?
Yes, absolutely! Your best very is odin 1.7. PM the other fellow and get it done!
Let me know if you still need the file after rangercapitan suggestion its easier cause sounds like this could be the issue and if you do then now probs will pm it to you later in the day.
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Hi alex
yes i would like the file please if possible?? and if im not pushing my luck then perhaps a mini guide on pushing it onto the tab?
waqypaqy said:
Hi alex
yes i would like the file please if possible?? and if im not pushing my luck then perhaps a mini guide on pushing it onto the tab?
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Getting tab back later today (hopefully) so it will have fresh clean instal and wil cut a copy from this for you.
Thanks fella!!
Will be a bit busy today but will hopefully check back this evening
same problem galaxy tab p1010 boot loop media error
hello every body
I have the same problem with my galaxy tab p1010 with the boot loop with media stopped error, could you please help me too? and transfer the file that you mentioned??
please let me know
regards.
You can pm (personal message) members directly for things like files, because most people can't post links or host files.
Just tap the member's icon on the left and choose "send a pm". Be sure to give them your email address.
stsights said:
hello every body
I have the same problem with my galaxy tab p1010 with the boot loop with media stopped error, could you please help me too? and transfer the file that you mentioned??
please let me know
regards.
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Sorry been afk been mad busy in work, and only got the tab back yesterday evening so will run a fresh dump today and post it up for you in PM sorry about the delay
alexgogan said:
Sorry been afk been mad busy in work, and only got the tab back yesterday evening so will run a fresh dump today and post it up for you in PM sorry about the delay
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Looks like I am having the same issue. I will need your help too. Already sent youa PM.
Thanks.
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-♫/
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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-♫/
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Hmm.. others can see it, it shouldn't be a drop box.
Here I reattach
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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
Hey all!
I have updated my LG p990 to android 4.0.4 using LG´s own software (Stock ROM), and I wonder if there is any way to root that as of yet? superoneclick dont work it seems anymore / yet, and I wonder if the tool from:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2020737
perhaps work to root with option 8 but I cant tell myself just by reading and I´m not allowed to ask there directly myself since I lack postcount.
any help will be greatly appriciated!
your sincerely Natherul
Use option 3 for root your phone.
thanks for reply, tried it but sadly it did not root me -.-
EDIT:
seems it changed the power button though..... now holding it in wont give me option to turn off and pressing it once wont turn off screen, help please
EDIT2:
nvm my edit, pressed home and power together once to make a screenshot then it works with power as normal again..... phone just thought i was holding down home....
Hey there.
How about try option 2. then change recovery to nvflash?
Then once you have a new custom recovery. Look for a stock ROM here. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2076882
its rooted so that might fix it..
not sure if this is gonna work for you though. might wait for someone more experienced to confirm this.
thanks for trying to help puffingman but i got it working I had to use nvflash method and what went wrong before was the installation of su app (superuser), after downloading a new copy and doing it again its rooted
Natherul said:
thanks for trying to help puffingman but i got it working I had to use nvflash method and what went wrong before was the installation of su app (superuser), after downloading a new copy and doing it again its rooted
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no worries
thanks for that info too. might help others who might encounter the same problems.
Have fun with your new rooted phone
AIO toolkit Can do it, give it a try!
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Hi guys!
I'm a newbie here at XDA. Long time ago, I have formatted my Optimus 2X from GB to ICS using smart flash tool. I have done that successfully. After few months, I felt like my phone is slow to respond. Then I decided to repartition and install fresh ICS copy again. I was not 100% sure what I was doing at that time. I have used AIO tool for this. Selected option no. 4 and have selected CWM v6.0.2.5 as recovery.
Then I tried to install the new ROM using smart flash and I did not succeed. After I have messed up with this problem, I contacted "spyrosk" (the OP of AIO tool thread) and he told me to install stock ROM on this thread. Then I have downloaded the V30A ROM and copied out to the phone memory, and installed using cwm by selecting install zip from sdcard option. I have succeeded.
But now I want get my phone back to the situation where I installed ICS in first time (GB to ICS using smartflash). Because my camera isn't working, OS freezes pretty much, etc. So I tried several times using Smart flash (in AIO tool) tool as I did as same as when I update from GB to ICS. But, I'm getting an error. Time out reached, after few minutes.
Should I remove CWM before install the fresh stock ICS rom using smart flash? Please guide me through this as I am a newbie for these kind of things. All I want to do is, bring back my phone to the same situation where I upgrade from GB to ICS, as I told you at the beginning of this thread.
Please don't ignore this thread by thinking I am an epic noob at this. Guide me and I'll do exactly as you guys say. Thanks a lot for reading. A reply would be greatly appreciated. :angel:
Anyone? Please.
BUMP. Can someone please give me an advice? I'm kinda disappointed right now.
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BUMP. Can someone please give me an advice? I'm kinda disappointed right now.
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There is nothing to worry about, just keep trying using smartflash. After each try remove the cable then connect it back, if it still not works restart teh phone to S/W screen. If it still not works try it on an other usb port, and do everithing from the begining. If it still fails use another cable or try it on an other computer.
It usually start work for the 6th or the 7th time of trying.
No need to remove cwm or anything like that.
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There is nothing to worry about, just keep trying using smartflash. After each try remove the cable then connect it back, if it still not works restart teh phone to S/W screen. If it still not works try it on an other usb port, and do everithing from the begining. If it still fails use another cable or try it on an other computer.
It usually start work for the 6th or the 7th time of trying.
No need to remove cwm or anything like that.
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Thank you very much for replying this thread BitDomo. I will try some more times then. Apart from that, I have seen a way to uninstall CWM by installing some files to the device. But I did not try that since that method is for CWM v3.x.x.
I'm kinda noob at savvy android thingies for now. I will learn some more about these thingies from the start of next month. Until then, I just want to bring my phone to official ICS 4.0.3 stock ROM and use the phone as I did earlier.
Thanks again for your kind reply to this thread bro. Really appreciate. I'll try some more times and will post the results. Dear android experts, any other solutions for this? Please make a post if you have a suggestion. Peace.. :highfive:
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Guys I have tried over 10 times to flash to ICS 4.0.4 using Smartflash. But everytime I end up with same error. Then I tried Nvflash. But my device showed me a black screen after the process completed. Everything working correctly but I couldn't see anything on my LCD, its just a black screen with the light. So, I used full brick repair for P990 here at xda.
Now I have CWM v6.0.2.5 as recovery and CyanogenMod 10-20131105-UNOFFICIAL-p990 in my phone. Can someone please explain me how to bring this phone back to official ICS 4.0.4? I tried smartflash right now and device shows a black LCD screen. Smartflash picks up the device but process stops in few seconds. I have searched for revert back to stock ICS from CM, but I did not get a descriptive enough information for this. Please write atleast a brief reply if you know the procedure. Thank you very much. :good:
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Guys I have tried over 10 times to flash to ICS 4.0.4 using Smartflash. But everytime I end up with same error. Then I tried Nvflash. But my device showed me a black screen after the process completed. Everything working correctly but I couldn't see anything on my LCD, its just a black screen with the light. So, I used full brick repair for P990 here at xda.
Now I have CWM v6.0.2.5 as recovery and CyanogenMod 10-20131105-UNOFFICIAL-p990 in my phone. Can someone please explain me how to bring this phone back to official ICS 4.0.4? I tried smartflash right now and device shows a black LCD screen. Smartflash picks up the device but process stops in few seconds. I have searched for revert back to stock ICS from CM, but I did not get a descriptive enough information for this. Please write atleast a brief reply if you know the procedure. Thank you very much. :good:
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Problem solved. The thing we learnt today is that the battery have to be inserted when you use smartflash.
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bitdomo said:
Problem solved. The thing we learnt today is that the battery have to be inserted when you use smartflash.
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This dude is a genius. This tip fixed my phone instantly. If any of you had the same problem, remember NOT to remove the battery when you do a smartflash. So its time to close the thread.
i said it many times on forum
I had battery issues with my Note GT-N7000. I purchased the original battery from samsung service center. Phone did restarted several times due to low battery. After one such incident it was not accepting my correct pattern. After some time it just stopped getting start up.
Then i tried to enter into recovery mode. It got stucked at android green logo, wheel spinning every single time.
But download mode is still working. I tried to re-flash it with stock firmware as i was running it before this problem occurred (stock with root).
I followed flashing instructions extremely carefully and as they instruct. When i put my phone into download mode, it got successfully recognized by my computer, But while flashing it got stucks at flashing factoryfs.img, ""NAND write start"" and followed by ""complete write operation failed"".
I did changed my original usb cable to another original cable. My antivirus and firewall are turned off permanently. I did tried it on another computer but same result. Downloaded my firmware from sammobile twice. Did tried different Odin versions from 1.83 to 3.07. But no luck at all. I am attaching my screenshots so that you can have a look.
Please help me out in any way you can. Any links or help will be highly appreciated from the bottom of my heart. Thanks in advance for your reply.
Did you have a ROM on it that required you to change the PIT file? If there is a different partition scheme that could cause an issue. Also try unchecking f reset time.
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Did you have a ROM on it that required you to change the PIT file? If there is a different partition scheme that could cause an issue. Also try unchecking f reset time.
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Thanks for your quick response. I do not have a ROM that require me to change PIT information. I was on pure stock with root before this issue came up. I did unchecked reset time but same error came up.
Different partition scheme...? As far as i know, i didnt do anything to my partitions.
You bricked your device. Search for threads with "factoryfs.img" and you'll find answers (repartition, replace MB or follow hg42's thread).
And you'll might find your post from Nov 2012 when you had a problem like this before but "solved" it.
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You bricked your device. Search for threads with "factoryfs.img" and you'll find answers (repartition, replace MB or follow hg42's thread).
And you'll might find your post from Nov 2012 when you had a problem like this before but "solved" it.
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So is there any possibility of restoring the data?
Negative. Custom recovery and frequent backups along with an app like titanium backup would have been good to have before this happened
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Negative. Custom recovery and frequent backups along with an app like titanium backup would have been good to have before this happened
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I do have the backup but its more than 2 months old...but i cannot go into stock recovery....i should have installed cutom recovery. Any links to follow or any proper guides to come out from it?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1667886
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1667886
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As per the article and since i cannot enter into recovery mode, i tried all the PIT files provided with stock rom. But nothing has worked. Every time Odin is failing. I am attaching the screenshot of the same. I did tried to flash speedmod kernel but didnt got success message from Odin. Kindly help me.
i have used custom PIT files due to which my binary counter has increased(i dont care as its out of warranty). My phone shows a yellow warning sign on bootup and now it just dont even start the recovery mode and shows that yellow warning sign when i try to enter recovery.
Download mode is still working but i am unable to perform any write operation. NAND operation is failing everytime. When i used PIT files, it says re-partition operation failed. I can only try things mentioned in the above posts only when i can enter recovery.
Will someone be kind enough to help me out on this one as i really need urgent help? Please help me out guys.
I think you didn't read hg42's thread and didn't follow his big bold red warnings.
Brute Force experiments with different pit files made it only more difficult or impossible.
In his thread there is a link to another thread related to the problem
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26285877&postcount=12
forest describes a manual method to check for errors including a repair option by scanning the device with e2fsck in chapter 4.2.
I remember some users who solved the brick with factorfs.img with this method (at least I remember one where nokiamode gave that hint).
Try this and follow forest`s instructions carefully.
You tried flashing PhilZ-cwm6-DDLSC kernel tar file fusing odin?
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I think you didn't read hg42's thread and didn't follow his big bold red warnings.
Brute Force experiments with different pit files made it only more difficult or impossible.
In his thread there is a link to another thread related to the problem
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=26285877&postcount=12
forest describes a manual method to check for errors including a repair option by scanning the device with e2fsck in chapter 4.2.
I remember some users who solved the brick with factorfs.img with this method (at least I remember one where nokiamode gave that hint).
Try this and follow forest`s instructions carefully.
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Thanks for replying. I did read that article carefully but all steps and troubleshooting is valid only and only when your phone's recovery mode is working. In my phone, only download mode is working. So all those steps are not applicable to me.
However i went for case B where he has described solution if we are unable to access recovery mode and suggested to use blind method to use custom pit files. I followed him but it didn't worked out for me. None of the pit files worked for me and i just ended up raising my binary counter to 2 now.
I am not receiving any replies from people(Only 2 or 3 kind people like you have replied, i appreciate it). I am not getting support. Its reallly sad just because my phone is little old now.
Even if i didn't find any solution and my phone becomes a brick( i guess it has become by now) it is still fine for me But the most sad thing is no one cares to reply on a community which was built to help each others. I am continuosly searching for solutions now. Lets see how far i can go. Thanks for your time. Do let me know if you come across any thing or i am ready to try any solution/troubleshooting steps.
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You tried flashing PhilZ-cwm6-DDLSC kernel tar file fusing odin?
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I have downloaded Philz-cwm6-DDLSC tar file....I'll be flashing it soon and'll let you know for sure
vinay28761 said:
I have downloaded Philz-cwm6-DDLSC tar file....I'll be flashing it soon and'll let you know for sure
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No progress...it just got failed again.....I will get the motherboard replaced by samsung...It'll cost me 170+ USD, original motherboard and a new original battery as well.
vinay28761 said:
No progress...it just got failed again.....I will get the motherboard replaced by samsung...It'll cost me 170+ USD, original motherboard and a new original battery as well.
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Have you tried another pc, and genuine USB cable by Samsung?
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Have you tried another pc, and genuine USB cable by Samsung?
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Yes i tried on different pc, different cables(all are genuine)