Hey I entered into a SAFE MODE where all the applications were gone.
This happened to me after a sudden reboot by the system.
Please throw light on how to enter this mode and how it works !!!
I don't think there is such a mode, unless... your /data/ is somehow gone?
There was such a mode on GB, and probably still is on ICS.
Dr.Ketan said you could enter the safe mode by either frequently tapping the menu button or keeping it pressed (can't remember which now) while your Note is booting.
chasmodo said:
There was such a mode on GB, and probably still is on ICS.
Dr.Ketan said you could enter the safe mode by either frequently tapping the menu button or keeping it pressed (can't remember which now) while your Note is booting.
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Whn you power on your phone and see "Galaxy Note N-7000" screen,press and kepp holding menu soft key untill you boot into os and you will be in safe mode.
Thanks Vijai but I could not make it work.
I also read in other forums about pressing power and the menu key.
May be I need to know through a step by step process.
Anyone else successful with this ??
prabhu1980 said:
Thanks Vijai but I could not make it work.
I also read in other forums about pressing power and the menu key.
May be I need to know through a step by step process.
Anyone else successful with this ??
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I have tried it in my note by the steps I said above.Did you keep holding the menu soft key till you reach the home screen?
I learned something new today.
lenrek said:
I learned something new today.
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That is what android is
Thanks to all, good but of info I was totally unaware of
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when i turn off my I9000
I press volume down + home +power button
but it just restart again and again
i tried to press volume up + home + power button
but it's same.
i bought it from australia optus store yesterday.
what can i do if i want to root it?_?
SUNNY911002 said:
when i turn off my I9000
I press volume down + home +power button
but it just restart again and again
i tried to press volume up + home + power button
but it's same.
i bought it from australia optus store yesterday.
what can i do if i want to root it?_?
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Wait a few seconds after turning it off.. Because the unit doesn't shut off immediately after the screen and lights turn off, and that can make it iffy getting into download mode..
andrewluecke said:
Wait a few seconds after turning it off.. Because the unit doesn't shut off immediately after the screen and lights turn off, and that can make it iffy getting into download mode..
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i tried to take out the battery and put it back again
and it's same..
is there anyone can help me to solve this problem?
you have 2 choices
1. for fast solution, return the phone to the store
2. if you can wait, samsung said it'll release a fix later on in september possibly the same time with Froyo2.2
AllGamer said:
you have 2 choices
1. for fast solution, return the phone to the store
2. if you can wait, samsung said it'll release a fix later on in september possibly the same time with Froyo2.2
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you mean give it back to the store or change a new one?
and the fix in september can fix the problem? that's not a hardware problem?
if than, can one change my rom without downloading mode
cause i want change to a hong kong verson
thanks a lot
please help me
what can i do ?_?
returning it to the store is the best solution.
no one can confirm if samsung will actually release a fix, but it's expected as they are aware of the problem.
AllGamer said:
returning it to the store is the best solution.
no one can confirm if samsung will actually release a fix, but it's expected as they are aware of the problem.
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AllGamer gives the best advice here Sunny.
It may be something simple but I have not heard of anyone else who could not restart their Galaxy S in the method you are using.
Beards said:
AllGamer gives the best advice here Sunny.
It may be something simple but I have not heard of anyone else who could not restart their Galaxy S in the method you are using.
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Thanks a lot, i will try to change a new one tomorrow.
or can i fresh the rom by other method?
and there is a post said some galaxy s cant use 3button
http://forum.xda-developers.com/wiki/index.php?title=Samsung_Galaxy_S/Vibrant_GT-I9000M
Personally, I've been able to make it into download mode, but not recovery mode. I'm 80% sure I need recovery mode for my root, could I be wrong? And forgive me if these are the same thing, but I don't think they are. I think there is a way to root with the download mode, but the translation for it sucks and I seem to be missing files AFAI can see.
There is a way to get into recovery mode without the 3-button access. I had to go through the same thing with my Bell phone. You need to download the android standard development kit (SDK) and possibly samsung usb drivers. With this from command prompt you can force your phone into recovery/download mode. Here are a few helpful links:
[New member, need to be approved before I can post links. I'll PM them to you if I can and update my post whenever I receive approval.]
I also really recommend you put your SDK right in the C: directory as it simplifies cmd commands. Also make sure to update the SDK when you download it, it's going to want to do it anyways. The above articles aren't very clear if you aren't familiar with cmd commands so I'll quickly explain it. If you put the SDK folder in your C: directory (no subfolders like my documents for example) then you need to get into it by typing " cd \sdk\tools " (at the command prompt screen) before issuing the following commands as described in the video and articles. Hope this helps.
Using the SDK will only really help if your phone's not bricked. If it is, 3 finger recovery is the only real way to help get you back on your feet.
HI all
i tried to return it to the store
but they said it's not a hardware problem
and it is not a necessary for user.
they didn't change it for me.
what can i do
and i found a way to root it..
if i want to fresh the rom without download mode.
what can i do?
I had the same problem entering into Emergency Mode or Recovery mode. I used this trick. Press Home buttton then without releasing Home press and hold at the same time Volume Up button and Power Button and when you see the Galaxy logo for 1 second release the two side buttons Volume and Power but still hold Home for 2 or more seconds till you see Android system recovery mode loading.
BR
SUNNY911002 said:
HI all
i tried to return it to the store
but they said it's not a hardware problem
and it is not a necessary for user.
they didn't change it for me.
what can i do
and i found a way to root it..
if i want to fresh the rom without download mode.
what can i do?
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erreterr said:
I had the same problem entering into Emergency Mode or Recovery mode. I used this trick. Press Home buttton then without releasing Home press and hold at the same time Volume Up button and Power Button and when you see the Galaxy logo for 1 second release the two side buttons Volume and Power but still hold Home for 2 or more seconds till you see Android system recovery mode loading.
BR
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it's not work
but anyway thanks for your advice.
i just want to fresh my rom
I'll be getting mine from Virgin today (hopefully).
Looks like I'll be in the same boat as you. This is so sad .
@SUNNY911002
try the solution we found here
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=754673&page=3
On my I9000 - Andrid 2.1 - home button not working, that I bought it from a friend. I was curious and I used AndroidSDK and went into recovery mode. Now I can not get out. No way. I took out the battery but nothing. They can move across the volume keys but can not confirm "reboot system now" button for home that does not work. Please, how do I get out of recovery mode? Please...
I'm sorry for bad english
use the power button instead
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use the power button instead
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When the volume keys to select the option "reboot system now" and press the power button nothing happens. Nothing happens even when I press the home button, which I did not ever worked. When I hold power button for 10 seconds the cell phone turned off, and when I hold a few seconds, the mobile restart and back into recovery mode.
STUCK with the same problem!!!
Aaaargh!! its frustrating same on my Samsung galaxy i5801 pls help
Deniken said:
On my I9000 - Andrid 2.1 - home button not working, that I bought it from a friend. I was curious and I used AndroidSDK and went into recovery mode. Now I can not get out. No way. I took out the battery but nothing. They can move across the volume keys but can not confirm "reboot system now" button for home that does not work. Please, how do I get out of recovery mode? Please...
I'm sorry for bad english
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Try to remove the battery for a long time...
What is long time?
Hello i also have the same problem.
how long the battery have to stay out? and there is an alter way or a safemode? or a HardBoot? before the Recovery?
3lb3njy said:
Hello i also have the same problem.
how long the battery have to stay out? and there is an alter way or a safemode? or a HardBoot? before the Recovery?
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if u guys just like to get the phone back to work, it would be the best to just flash a new ROM via ODIN. After that, the phone boots normally.
But I dont know if this is an option!
Hope u are still able to get the phone to downloadmode via 3-Button-Combo?!
ottili81 said:
Hope u are still able to get the phone to downloadmode via 3-Button-Combo?!
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Home button isn't working -> no 3 button combo
try using a jig to get it in download mode and flash a stock rom
In recovery mode, you also can boot system with power-button.
mongo1010 said:
In recovery mode, you also can boot system with power-button.
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but that depends from the installed Recovery!
Okay, so first of all, thanks to all who take the time to actually look at this thread.
The Problem
Okay, so, my little brother has the Galaxy Mini, he set a lock on it (you know the one where you drag your finger to the points on the screen? the 3 x 3 block of circles?) Well, anyway, he forgot his password and has now had his phone "system locked". Anyway, there is an option to sign into his google account on screen though and that would solve the problem, but guess what? Yep, you got it! The little cretin has forgotten his email and password. I tried mine but that didn't work, so I guess it has to be his own.
My question is this: What if anything, can I do to solve this problem?
Any help at all will be greatly appreciated.
go to recovery mode and wipe all ur data and cache but remember it will delete all ur apps and settings
rohan007 said:
go to recovery mode and wipe all ur data and cache but remember it will delete all ur apps and settings
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Thanks for the help but I tried holidng Volume Up + Home + Power also tried Volume Down + Home + Power and both the screens that came up done nothing at all, am I doing it wrong? One of the screens just had a little Android man with the word "Downloading" on it and another just a black screen with Samsung and something else above it. No options to do anything.
TRY THIS:
take out the SGM battery and put it in back
now you can go in recovery by hold down POWER AND HOME BUTTON and wipe DATA
hope it HELP
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.Wrighty said:
Thanks for the help but I tried holidng Volume Up + Home + Power also tried Volume Down + Home + Power and both the screens that came up done nothing at all, am I doing it wrong? One of the screens just had a little Android man with the word "Downloading" on it and another just a black screen with Samsung and something else above it. No options to do anything.
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Recovery mode is obtained by holding down home+power button......
home+power+volume down takes u to downloading mode
lackhoo said:
TRY THIS:
take out the SGM battery and put it in back
now you can go in recovery by hold down POWER AND HOME BUTTON and wipe DATA
hope it HELP
If i helped you be sure to click
that THANKS button
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rohan007 said:
Recovery mode is obtained by holding down home+power button......
home+power+volume down takes u to downloading mode
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Thank you to the both of you, got the phone reset
which rom u use?
stock?
hello guys !
I really need help.
my galaxy note has blocked for some reason and I cannot go into download mode or recovry by using 3buttons (vol up/down + home + off)
apart of it everything is working (my curently rom is imilka v8)
how can I fix it ?
I will be glad for help !
regards
michal
Maybe your phone is not totally off before you do 3 buttons. Try to remove and reinsert battery to ensure it is totally off then repeat the procedure. Hope this helps.
kopitalk said:
Maybe your phone is not totally off before you do 3 buttons. Try to remove and reinsert battery to ensure it is totally off then repeat the procedure. Hope this helps.
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@kopitalk - Well you don't require to be off for using the 3 buttons combo for recovery. Anytime press the combo in any screen and keep them pressed till the time the Samsung GT N7000 logo comes up and leave all of them then. it will boot in recovery.
But since its not happening here with nowy57 so the best bet will be remove battery (as suggested by kopitalk). Leave for 2-3 mins and then insert and then try going to recovery mode!!
Use a jig to see if it helps
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abhisahara said:
@kopitalk - Well you don't require to be off for using the 3 buttons combo for recovery. Anytime press the combo in any screen and keep them pressed till the time the Samsung GT N7000 logo comes up and leave all of them then. it will boot in recovery.
But since its not happening here with nowy57 so the best bet will be remove battery (as suggested by kopitalk). Leave for 2-3 mins and then insert and then try going to recovery mode!!
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it doesnt help
combo button doesnt work anymore
any idea ?
In this case, only JIG will be helpful.
dr.ketan said:
In this case, only JIG will be helpful.
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okay JIG helps but after install new rom I cannot go into dovnload mode or recovery by buttons vol + home + off anymore
who will help me I offer 10$ donate
nowy57 said:
okay JIG helps but after install new rom I cannot go into dovnload mode or recovery by buttons vol + home + off anymore
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It should work if it is due to software error.
but it isnt
I install ones more time 3 files ROM + pit16
it not helps
Does your all three button works separately? I mean it is not defective when you using as routine use?
just check it.
dr.ketan said:
Does your all three button works separately? I mean it is not defective when you using as routine use?
just check it.
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it does !
I think, your bootloader is corrupted, which won't replace with 'PDA'.
Read this if it can help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23052721&postcount=10
Personally i don't have experience of it, this is just my speculation. Use it with caution N better after discussion with OP of that post.
dr.ketan said:
I think, your bootloader is corrupted, which won't replace with 'PDA'.
Read this if it can help
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=23052721&postcount=10
Personally i don't have experience of it, this is just my speculation. Use it with caution N better after discussion with OP of that post.
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I will try this after work , about 3PM GMT
thank you !
doctor , it wont work !
phone still doesnt want go into recovery or download mode by using combination key (voldown/up+home+off)
Really it is weired.
Though it is noob but can't stop me to clear again
Are you following this correctly?
Switch off device
Press vol up + home + power , n release power when display samsung logo appears, but keep pressing rest two.
i know this wud not b a issue, but w8 till someone guide you in better directiin.
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dr.ketan said:
Really it is weired.
Though it is noob but can't stop me to clear again
Are you following this correctly?
Switch off device
Press vol up + home + power , n release power when display samsung logo appears, but keep pressing rest two.
i know this wud not b a issue, but w8 till someone guide you in better directiin.
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of course ..
Hi,
I tried the regular fastboot method to load CWM recovery.
Whenever it got to the point of loading the recovering, it would just say "flashing recovery on the device...".
Then, when restarting bootloader and clicking on "recovery", it would just shut down the phone.
I decided to experiment to try fix the issue, and I came across this post:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1928551
I downloaded the ZIP file and I ran the root.bat
It flashed some boot images and now my phone wont start
It is stuck on the "warning bootloader unlocked screen" and will not go any further.
Please help . I'm so scared that I've bricked my phone. Is there ANYTHING I can do?
Thanks in advance for the help!
The methods u used can't brick your phone
Reboot in boot loader by pressing the power button and volume - button at the same time. Just at the moment the phone shuts-down/reboot release the power button. It will boot in boot loader. After this flash cwm or twrp again and with the volume down button go to recovery. Select recovery with the volume up key and u are done. Cwm/twrp is flashed and will boot in the recovery.
In recovery I would install the ROM from Omar. It will restore your system and boot.IMG so it will work. Don't forget to wipe data.
If this doesn't work flash the home made fast boot files somewhere in the development section
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Hazou said:
The methods u used can't brick your phone
Reboot in boot loader by pressing the power button and volume - button at the same time. Just at the moment the phone shuts-down/reboot release the power button. It will boot in boot loader.
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Thanks - I tried that. I do let go of the buttons as soon as it starts to reboot itself, but it doesn't start the bootloader - it still just shows the screen "warning bootloader unlocked". I can not get back into the bootloader
Do u reset the phone with the 4 buttons and just when it resets does your phone reboots immediately?
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Hazou said:
Do u reset the phone with the 4 buttons and just when it resets does your phone reboots immediately?
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If I hold all 4 buttons, the screen goes blank, and the green light stays on. My PC then finds hardware called "MEDFIELD" but wont find drivers for it.
Does this help at all?
alkit said:
If I hold all 4 buttons, the screen goes blank, and the green light stays on. My PC then finds hardware called "MEDFIELD" but wont find drivers for it.
Does this help at all?
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The above applies when connected with usb.
If I press all 4 buttons without USB connected, it just reboots and gets stuck on the "unlocked bootloader" message again
alkit said:
Then, when restarting bootloader and clicking on "recovery", it would just shut down the phone.
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Just of curiosity - which button you used to select recovery - power button or vol.up button?
alkit said:
I do let go of the buttons as soon as it starts to reboot itself, but it doesn't start the bootloader
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You should let go only of power button and hold vol.down button (at least for me)
If your PC finds hardware - can you do fastboot devices to check whether it is actually recognized properly?
And last thing - which method you used to load recovery (and were you on ICS\JB)? You were rooted and used automated methods or you unlocked bootloader and wanted to root afterwards (manually through fastboot)?
Divina Angelus said:
Just of curiosity - which button you used to select recovery - power button or vol.up button?
You should let go only of power button and hold vol.down button (at least for me)
If your PC finds hardware - can you do fastboot devices to check whether it is actually recognized properly?
And last thing - which method you used to load recovery (and were you on ICS\JB)? You were rooted and used automated methods or you unlocked bootloader and wanted to root afterwards (manually through fastboot)?
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You are a GENIUS!!! A LIFE SAVER!!! I can't begin to tell you how grateful I am. BOTH of your points fixed the phone.
I could never get into recovery becuase I was pressing the power button. I could never get into fastboot becuase I was holding both the power and volume down button.
So, for anyone using a RAZR I... please note the following SIMPLE things:
1) In the bootloader menu, the power button does NOT select the option. The VOL UP button selects the option
2) To boot into BOOTLOADER : Hold both power and vol down buttons until the phone restarts, and then RELEASE the power button, while still HOLDING the volume down button! It will then load the bootloader.
Again, THANKS so so much for reviving my phone for me. I was going crazy without a phone!
alkit said:
You are a GENIUS!!! A LIFE SAVER!!! I can't begin to tell you how grateful I am. BOTH of your points fixed the phone.
I could never get into recovery becuase I was pressing the power button. I could never get into fastboot becuase I was holding both the power and volume down button.
So, for anyone using a RAZR I... please note the following SIMPLE things:
1) In the fastboot menu, the power button does NOT select the option. The VOL UP button selects the option
2) To boot into BOOTLOADER : Hold both power and vol down buttons until the phone restarts, and then RELEASE the power button, while still holding the volume down button! It will then load the bootloader.
Again, THANKS so so much for reviving my phone for me. I was going crazy without a phone!
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I was going through everything you've faced yesterday. So yeah, glad I was of help to someone else as well)
This has never happened to me before but don't stress one bit because nothing ever permanently bad comes from this. You can forget about it being destroyed. These aren't iPhones, haha. You can get it going again pretty easy I hear. Just don't stress because there is no point and you WILL get help. Just listen to what these experienced dudes are saying and you should be back on track. Good luck!
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UPDATE: Nice! Glad to see you got the help you needed and everything's back on track!
Nice that it is solved. I gave u the solution on my first post, but nice that someone els did a better job in explaining it
There is almost no possibilities to brick your device if u only flash things like the boot, system, recovery or data partition. They can he solved very easy. If u flash the other partitions like the radio u can get a problem.
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Hazou said:
Nice that it is solved. I gave u the solution on my first post, but nice that someone els did a better job in explaining it
There is almost no possibilities to brick your device if u only flash things like the boot, system, recovery or data partition. They can he solved very easy. If u flash the other partitions like the radio u can get a problem.
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You are 100% right. I just re-read your post, and noticed that you did mention those 2 points. I must've just read over them really quickly and didn't pay attention to the details of which buttons to press. :angel:
Thanks a ton for your help! Really appreciate it! :highfive: