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Flashing zImage file using Mobile Odin? or other Kernel Flashing tool

I have recently been trying the Franco Kernel and the CF Kernel on ICS. I have had a Wifi issues with both of these, and I wanted to flash back my LQ2 stock kernel (zImage). I found this very difficult to do. I eventually used ChainFire's script, and replaced his kernel with the stock one, and flashed it from the PC.
My question is: I could have sworn that I have previously used mobile odin to flash a zImage, but now when I try it doesn't see any of the zip files, or zImages files on my card? is this correct, or should it be able to flash zImage files?
If I can't use Mobile Odin, is there an alternative for flashing zImage files that I can download from Google Play?

chriswilson_m3 said:
I have recently been trying the Franco Kernel and the CF Kernel on ICS. I have had a Wifi issues with both of these, and I wanted to flash back my LQ2 stock kernel (zImage). I found this very difficult to do. I eventually used ChainFire's script, and replaced his kernel with the stock one, and flashed it from the PC.
My question is: I could have sworn that I have previously used mobile odin to flash a zImage, but now when I try it doesn't see any of the zip files, or zImages files on my card? is this correct, or should it be able to flash zImage files?
If I can't use Mobile Odin, is there an alternative for flashing zImage files that I can download from Google Play?
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Flash the LQ2 .tar file instead of the zImage with Mobile Odin. So extract the downloaded .rar file once and it becomes a .tar file and put it on your sd card. mobile Odin doesn`t flash zImage, cwm manager does flash it.

If I do that won't it overwrite the whole rom. I only want the kernel. I would have to reinstall all my apps and settings. It takes me hours to get everything back the way it was.

chriswilson_m3 said:
If I do that won't it overwrite the whole rom. I only want the kernel. I would have to reinstall all my apps and settings. It takes me hours to get everything back the way it was.
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It will flash only the kernel, also choose wipe cache when flashing. You will loose nothing.

If you want to flash stock kernel only then you can use PC Odin too.(you shud have kernel in .tar), you need to place kernel .tar file for selecting PDA in Odin.
Mobile odin can flash zImage file.
none of above said erase data.

dr.ketan said:
If you want to flash stock kernel only then you can use PC Odin too.(you shud have kernel in .tar)
Mobile odin can flash zImage file.
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Didn`t know that of the zImage and Mobile Odin, thanks. We learn every day

Absolutely, N nowhere else better thn on XDA to learn.

dr.ketan said:
Absolutely, N nowhere else better thn on XDA to learn.
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Can we flash a rooted kernel in PC Odin in a non rooted device? Is there a rooted kernel in tar format?

it will raise flash counter. look to speedmod kernel for ics, having tar. counter you can reset with triangleaway
i hav never used any time, read properly before flashing.
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Serpentinefire76 said:
Can we flash a rooted kernel in PC Odin in a non rooted device? Is there a rooted kernel in tar format?
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Yes you can, i would take CF Root wich has root, busybox and cwm recovery. But it will increase the flash counter and shows a yellow triangle. With this method however no flash counter/triangle http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1329360.
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dr.ketan said:
it will raise flash counter. look to speedmod kernel for ics, having tar. counter you can reset with triangleaway
i hav never used any time, read properly before flashing.
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As far as i know Triangle Away only works properly on CM9, correct me if i`am wrong.

gee2012 said:
Yes you can, i would take CF Root wich has root, busybox and cwm recovery. But it will increase the flash counter and shows a yellow triangle. With this method however no flash counter/triangle http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1329360.
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As far as i know Triangle Away only works properly on CM9, correct me if i`am wrong.
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So, that's the catch-the triangle. I would supposed Dr. Ketan's procedure is also applicable to rooting GB?
I've been using initial CF root flasher

gee2012 said:
As far as i know Triangle Away only works properly on CM9, correct me if i`am wrong.
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new version of TriangleAway released, works on ics stocks too.
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dr.ketan said:
If you want to flash stock kernel only then you can use PC Odin too.(you shud have kernel in .tar), you need to place kernel .tar file for selecting PDA in Odin.
Mobile odin can flash zImage file.
none of above said erase data.
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Dr Ketan, I have a couple of questions about what you have said which I would be really grateful if you would clarify:
In the stock rom, when I drill into the .tar file I have a number of files e.g. cache.img, factoryfs.img, hidden.img, modem.bin, and the zImage. Both Odin and Mobile Odin can only see the .tar file (which contains everything). If I extract the zImage, Odin and Mobile Odin cannot see it as an individual file, it has to be bundled up with the others in the .tar file.
If I use Odin to flash that file, it is the whole Rom, so won't it wipe my phone like a factory re-set?
When I try to use mobile Odin, you say I can flash a zImage file, but even though I have one on the SD card, it cannot see them. Mobile Odin just shows me all folders, and I cannot select an individual zImage file, or any zip files? I guess it can only see whole .tar files and not individual files?
Can you please advise me?

ok
now pc odin
here you can flash with tar only.
pc odin gives you option to flash separate modem and csc but not kernel if you select full Rom file.
but if you have kerenl file in tar file then you can flash it using pda in odin to flash kernel separately.
now in mobile odin.
you can flash kernel modem or csc individually with raw file or tar or zip.
dont know why you are getting error, otherwise it gives you option to glash zimage too.
just to add, in mobile odin you have not to select open file option but you hav to select kernel tab
then point it to zimage file.
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dr.ketan said:
ok
now pc odin
here you can flash with tar only.
pc odin gives you option to flash separate modem and csc but not kernel if you select full Rom file.
but if you have kerenl file in tar file then you can flash it using pda in odin to flash kernel separately.
now in mobile odin.
you can flash kernel modem or csc individually with raw file or tar or zip.
dont know why you are getting error, otherwise it gives you option to glash zimage too.
just to add, in mobile odin you have not to select open file option but you hav to select kernel tab
then point it to zimage file.
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Thank you my friend. your advice has really helped me. My issue in Mobile Odin was caused because I had renamed the zImage file to StockzImage (because I had some custom ones there with different names in the same directory. Mobile Odin was specifically looking for a file with the name zImage

dr.ketan said:
ok
now pc odin
here you can flash with tar only.
pc odin gives you option to flash separate modem and csc but not kernel if you select full Rom file.
but if you have kerenl file in tar file then you can flash it using pda in odin to flash kernel separately.
now in mobile odin.
you can flash kernel modem or csc individually with raw file or tar or zip.
dont know why you are getting error, otherwise it gives you option to glash zimage too.
just to add, in mobile odin you have not to select open file option but you hav to select kernel tab
then point it to zimage file.
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Dr ketan, any idea if Mobile odin supported on S2-LTE I9210?

Here is list of supported device
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1347899

[Q] its stoke on the Samsung logo

After flashing ad Abyss Kernel 4.2 from my sd Card, then I reboot the phone, after that it stocks in samsung logo.
I'm not sure if my steps were correct 100%. And I did not backup also.
What to do?

Try to reboot to recovery and wipe cache and dalvik cache

Here what I did:
1- Entered root mode
2- install zip from sd card
3- apply/sdcad/update.zip
then the problem began

DBGT_87 said:
Here what I did:
1- Entered root mode
2- install zip from sd card
3- apply/sdcad/update.zip
then the problem began
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What firmware were you running? Take into consideration that abyss kernel is gingerbread. If you were running an ICS ROM then that is why is not booting. If that is your case, find hydracore kernel (flashable zip version) and flash it in CWM. :thumbup:
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Like above poster said, unless your on GB it won't boot with abyss. Flash HC or speed mod if your on 4.0.x
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first of all I'm a noob,,
my rom is stock
my firmware 4.0.3, and I just root it with CWM.zip
then I flash franco.kernal-r5.zip
after that I did the last post.

check the build of ur rom in about phone.
Download the corresponding kernel from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901191
u mite get an exact match as u using old ics.
If u can boot into recovery flash it from there or else use pc odin. select the file in pda tab and flash it

nokiamodeln91 said:
check the build of ur rom in about phone.
Download the corresponding kernel from here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901191
u mite get an exact match as u using old ics.
If u can boot into recovery flash it from there or else use pc odin. select the file in pda tab and flash it
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I told you before,, I don't know what to do or which files should I choose

DBGT_87 said:
I told you before,, I don't know what to do or which files should I choose
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Goto settings, about phone, make a note of the details or take screen shot, post back with results.
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SpyderTracks said:
Goto settings, about phone, make a note of the details or take screen shot, post back with results.
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Ohh,, please read my first post....

DBGT_87 said:
Ohh,, please read my first post....
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Download hydracore kernel and flash using pc odin, then post back.
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SpyderTracks said:
Download hydracore kernel and flash using pc odin, then post back.
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I really hate to say that, but I'm a noob,,,, I got the link that talks about "hydracore kernel" but I don't know which files should I download
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1901191

I entered download mode and it says that current binary is Samsung official

So goto hydracore thread and download the latest tar format file
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28245219
Flash with pc Odin whilst in download mode.
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SpyderTracks said:
So goto hydracore thread and download the latest tar format file
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=28245219
Flash with pc Odin whilst in download mode.
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thank you so much,,,,, :victory:
it worked but now I got the yellow triangle

Use the triangle away apk by chain fire.

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nokiamodeln91 said:
Use the triangle away apk by chain fire.
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its crashed after the launch,,, not a problem

looking at your posts I suggest you simply have a Skype Chat with a noble soul, who might help you go back to stock rom.
Once you have that, stick with it. Simple.

toxicthunder said:
looking at your posts I suggest you simply have a Skype Chat with a noble soul, who might help you go back to stock rom.
Once you have that, stick with it. Simple.
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whats the point? nobody here talking about Skype

Best Way ???

i have Captivate runnin on 2.3.4 and i wanna flash it with JB. and for that i need to root and install custom rom (Obviously). But i wanna know the best and easiest way to 1st Root It and 2nd Installing Custom Recovery ???

Devilish_Angel said:
i have Captivate runnin on 2.3.4 and i wanna flash it with JB. and for that i need to root and install custom rom (Obviously). But i wanna know the best and easiest way to 1st Root It and 2nd Installing Custom Recovery ???
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There's a guide in the Dev section (stickied).. a little reading goes a long way!
Basically it's gonna look like this: Stock KK4 w/o BLs with Odin -> Corn kernel with Odin 1.85 (go in recovery to get root) -> Flash custom ROM as per their instructions -> Enjoy!
So yeah, little rundown but you have some reading to do to make sure you understand what you are doing.

Since u r runnin android 2.3.4 then u have gb bootloaders so u r good concerning that.
Simply Odin flash the .tar packaged KK4 Corn Kernel version 7.0A , afterwards reboot into the cwm recovery and install ur rom of choice that u should have copied to ur internal sdcard by now, per said rom's install instructions. (u will have to select to install it twice) Success.
--- Option is there, in the advanced cwm recovery menu, to gain Root access. But the big unrealized fact to a lot of users is that u actually don't need to have Root in order to flash a Developer's Rom. If u follow the method i just laid out. :thumbup:---
Enjoy ur Rom of choice !:beer:
( ninja'd by BWolf56 )
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4-2ndtwin said:
Since u r runnin android 2.3.4 then u have gb bootloaders so u r good concerning that.
Simply Odin flash the .tar packaged KK4 Corn Kernel version 7.0A , afterwards reboot into the cwm recovery and install ur rom of choice that u should have copied to ur internal sdcard by now. (u will have to select to install it twice) Success.
--- Option is there, in the advanced cwm recovery menu, to gain Root access. But the big unrealized fact to a lot of users is that u actually don't need to have Root in order to flash a Developer's Rom. If u follow the method i just laid out. :thumbup:---
Enjoy ur Rom of choice !:beer:
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i did exactly as you said and now i can boot up my phone normally but is not goin into recovery, just stucks at at&t logo

Devilish_Angel said:
i did exactly as you said and now i can boot up my phone normally but is not goin into recovery, just stucks at at&t logo
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Recovery is both volumes+power buttons. You release when the screen flashes usually (there are 2 AT&T image that look the same)

Hold volume + & - together with power button until u see the at&t logo, then release and u should be in recovery.
(Damnit ! ninja'd again !
Ok i guess this means i better get to work. Lol Later.)
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no sir, no luck with that, still at at&t

4-2ndtwin said:
Hold volume + & - together with power button until u see the at&t logo, then release and u should be in recovery.
(Damnit ! ninja'd again !
Ok i guess this means i better get to work. Lol Later.)
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BWolf56 said:
Recovery is both volumes+power buttons. You release when the screen flashes usually (there are 2 AT&T image that look the same)
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no sir, no luck with that, still at at&t

Devilish_Angel said:
not working sir
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Can you get in download mode? (volume down + power button)
I'd say to retry flashing Corn kernel with Odin 1.85 (don't forget the .pit)
If that doesn't work, flash stock KK4 without BLs, then reflash Corn kernel with Odin 1.85.

BWolf56 said:
Can you get in download mode? (volume down + power button)
I'd say to retry flashing Corn kernel with Odin 1.85 (don't forget the .pit)
If that doesn't work, flash stock KK4 without BLs, then reflash Corn kernel with Odin 1.85.
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i ddnt understand by ".pit" thing

Devilish_Angel said:
i ddnt understand by ".pit" thing
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The .pit file.
When you use Odin 1.85, you need 2 files to flash a kernel: .tar and .pit
Your flash most likely didn't work cause you didn't have the .pit file (hence why I said a little reading goes a long way).
It can either be found in here (little search) or on the samsung website.
EDIT: here it is: http://www.droidevelopers.com/attac...752561-[download]-ops-pit-files-s1je4.pit.rar
If you don't know how to use Odin, there are plenty of videos on youtube. Please take time to really understand what you're doing otherwise you'll end up with a paperweight in your hands.

BWolf56 said:
The .pit file.
When you use Odin 1.85, you need 2 files to flash a kernel: .tar and .pit
Your flash most likely didn't work cause you didn't have the .pit file (hence why I said a little reading goes a long way).
It can either be found in here (little search) or on the samsung website.
EDIT: here it is: http://www.droidevelopers.com/attac...752561-[download]-ops-pit-files-s1je4.pit.rar
If you don't know how to use Odin, there are plenty of videos on youtube. Please take time to really understand what you're doing otherwise you'll end up with a paperweight in your hands.
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So what I understand is that 1st i shud flash corn and then flash pit file, then i'l have root and custom recovery. Right ?

Devilish_Angel said:
So what I understand is that 1st i shud flash corn and then flash pit file, then i'l have root and custom recovery. Right ?
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No, when using Odin 1.85, you put the .tar file in the PDA and the .pit file in the PIT.
Flashing Corn kernel will give you a cwm recovery and you won't need to root, just flash the ROM you want to as per their instructions.

BWolf56 said:
No, when using Odin 1.85, you put the .tar file in the PDA and the .pit file in the PIT.
Flashing Corn kernel will give you a cwm recovery and you won't need to root, just flash the ROM you want to as per their instructions.
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Ohh thanks a lot but unfortunately I don't have a PC at home, so I can only try this in the morning. Btw your link for pit file needs registration.

Devilish_Angel said:
Ohh thanks a lot but unfortunately I don't have a PC at home, so I can only try this in the morning. Btw your link for pit file needs registration.
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Umm weird, well it can be found quite easily on here, just search pit file and you'll find the compliation thread. You need the one for Odin 1.85

BWolf56 said:
Umm weird, well it can be found quite easily on here, just search pit file and you'll find the compliation thread. You need the one for Odin 1.85
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Could you please confirm me if this is the file needed ??
http://mediafire.com/?tea1dol47r3eqhd

Devilish_Angel said:
Could you please confirm me if this is the file needed ??
http://mediafire.com/?tea1dol47r3eqhd
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Seems good. The i9000 is the International version of the captivate so it should be fine.
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Ok...... thanks.:thumbup:

BWolf56 said:
Seems good. The i9000 is the International version of the captivate so it should be fine.
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Ok...... thanks a lot. First thing I do in the morning is to flash it and then report back to you.

BWolf56 said:
Seems good. The i9000 is the International version of the captivate so it should be fine.
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this is what my looks like now after applying tar and pit file :crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:

Downgrade back to Gingerbread???

I have the Tmobile Galaxy tab, I did the update from Froyo to Overcome 2.3.3 to CM10 4.1.2. I would like to know how to downgrade back to Gingerbread in case I should change my mind??? Any help would be appreciated.

you use overcome method to restock (Odin with pit file and repartition)
Use the latest overcome, the link is in my signature.
Download the GB-stock-safe-v5 and the pdf guide, jump to page 7, flash as per picture, and you get GB stock.
Flash using Odin the overcome kernel 4.0 tar, and you will have CWM and ready to go again.

priyana said:
you use overcome method to restock (Odin with pit file and repartition)
Use the latest overcome, the link is in my signature.
Download the GB-stock-safe-v5 and the pdf guide, jump to page 7, flash as per picture, and you get GB stock.
Flash using Odin the overcome kernel 4.0 tar, and you will have CWM and ready to go again.
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Thanks bro!!!!!

Hi "priyana", when changing modem on CM10 I can still use Odin correct?

No, unzip the rom, paste the desired modem.bin in the right place in the rom, and zip it annd sign it...or place it in the right place in the system folder after flashing the rom using something like root explorer
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G0G0L said:
No, unzip the rom, paste the desired modem.bin in the right place in the rom, and zip it annd sign it...or place it in the right place in the system folder after flashing the rom using something like root explorer
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Thanks G0G0L!!! If using the root explorer do you know off hand the default location?

/radio/modem.bin
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.tar.md5??

hey guys so I've downloaded this to flash it to my i9305 using odin, extracted it and I see this "I9305XXBMD1_PRE-ROOTED_CSC_EVR.tar.md5" now as far as I know I can flash .tar file using odin but how do I flash .tar.md5 file?
Thnx

Ishan Sardar said:
hey guys so I've downloaded this to flash it to my i9305 using odin, extracted it and I see this "I9305XXBMD1_PRE-ROOTED_CSC_EVR.tar.md5" now as far as I know I can flash .tar file using odin but how do I flash .tar.md5 file?
Thnx
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with odin you can flash both .tar and .tar.md5 while selecting the package just select .tar.md5 if your odin cant do it then get a new version

amit34521 said:
with odin you can flash both .tar and .tar.md5 while selecting the package just select .tar.md5 if your odin cant do it then get a new version
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So its safe to flash this pre-rooted firmware to my phone using odin? Sorry um just making sure cuz I dont wanna brick my phone.
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Ishan Sardar said:
So its safe to flash this pre-rooted firmware to my phone using odin? Sorry um just making sure cuz I dont wanna brick my phone.
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as long as you dont need root stay on stock or you can flash a rooted one and then unroot it. you will brick it if you get the wrong package. follow the instructions and proceed. nothing will happen.

A file.MD5 is a checksume. It is needed to check file integrity.