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Hey all, I hope this is the right forum.
I installed the Samsung Drivers on Windows 7 x64 and attempted to install the google Android SDK drivers. I managed to get ADB working, my phone is in debug mode and I've managed to do a lot of cool things and run linux commands with BusyBox. Problem is though, windows keeps screwing it up, so currently "adb devices" will not always show my device, even if I have debug on and such. The phone says USB connected when I plug it in, but after a couple minutes, windows says something to the effect of "Could not install USB Device" or "One of these devices has malfunctions, windows does not recognize it". And in device manager, I cannot seem to get it installed under PCI devices like most guides say, it installs under USB. This sux
I apologize if this is the wrong place, if so, I would be happy if a moderator could move this.
Please note, I think adb was just disconnecting and the solution was simply to type in...
adb connect 127.0.0.1
Thanks
Had another thread going about getting my Moto X from Sprint Rooted. I did get the bootloader unlocked, but the problem I have now is that when I plug in the device via usb, it only connects as a camera. I can't find the setting that makes the device look like a disk drive so I can push adb files and stuff to it.
I can't get the thing rooted to save my skin. I'm pretty sure I have the camera update, and I have rooted other devices. It used to be with the EVO 4g that when connected via usb, the device would give you options. I do have usb debugging enabled.
Is there a setting I'm missing?
Kidjoe, sorry for starting another thread but I think the inability to copy files to my device is the source of the problem. Was going to try PwnmyMoto first per the instructions, but all I get is that it shows up as a camera, not as a usb device.
Where's the setting I'm missing?
bullpen7979 said:
Had another thread going about getting my Moto X from Sprint Rooted. I did get the bootloader unlocked, but the problem I have now is that when I plug in the device via usb, it only connects as a camera. I can't find the setting that makes the device look like a disk drive so I can push adb files and stuff to it.
I can't get the thing rooted to save my skin. I'm pretty sure I have the camera update, and I have rooted other devices. It used to be with the EVO 4g that when connected via usb, the device would give you options. I do have usb debugging enabled.
Is there a setting I'm missing?
Kidjoe, sorry for starting another thread but I think the inability to copy files to my device is the source of the problem. Was going to try PwnmyMoto first per the instructions, but all I get is that it shows up as a camera, not as a usb device.
Where's the setting I'm missing?
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you can push adb when the phone is connected as a camera. To connect it via ptp, you just scroll down your notifications bar and click on the usb notification, you can switch to ptp there. But like i said, adb works when connected as a camera device, so you are doing something incorrectly with adb. Possibly the commands you are running. The OS for your computer might be causing the problem (but that would mean oyu have the wrong stuff downloaded to adb with the computer set up you are using). You don't have the correct drivers. You are using a faulty data cable. you are using a usb 3.0 port that isn't compatible. it is an endless list. Also, you can copy stuff to your device in camera mode as well.
also would like to note that whether you phone is rooted or not has nothing to do with your ability to use adb or push files to your phone.
finally, this is a question which should go under q&a not the general discussion subforum.
I am able to plug phone in and get this:
Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]
(C) Copyright 1985-2001 Microsoft Corp.
C:\Documents and Settings\xxxxxxxx>adb devices
List of devices attached
T063202TFL device
C:\Documents and Settings\xxxxxxxxx>
Right click on computer/manage and I see android phone in list of devices there.
I was able to use this same data cable to unlock the bootloader. If it were faulty, I don't think I could have done that.
I have tried both usb ports on front and back of the desktop unit, as well as those on a netbook I have in tow. Same result everywhere.
I don't know what to do next.
The thing that sucks is it has to be something simple.....
Seriously. I'd paypal someone to help me out here. I just can't imagine what's going wrong.
bullpen7979 said:
I am able to plug phone in and get this:
Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]
(C) Copyright 1985-2001 Microsoft Corp.
C:\Documents and Settings\xxxxxxxx>adb devices
List of devices attached
T063202TFL device
C:\Documents and Settings\xxxxxxxxx>
Right click on computer/manage and I see android phone in list of devices there.
I was able to use this same data cable to unlock the bootloader. If it were faulty, I don't think I could have done that.
I have tried both usb ports on front and back of the desktop unit, as well as those on a netbook I have in tow. Same result everywhere.
I don't know what to do next.
The thing that sucks is it has to be something simple.....
Seriously. I'd paypal someone to help me out here. I just can't imagine what's going wrong.
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so whats the problem. you have adb working. What do you mean you can't copy things to the phone. What error do you get when you try to push a file to the sdcard on the phone? You see your phone in the list of devices so you can put files on it that way too. Really confused at your dilemma.
you trying to root? you trying to push files to the phone? IDK, but you clearly should be able to push them if you have adb running. Perhaps you aren't running the right commands to push files to your phone.
Don't you have to have USB debugging on?
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bullpen7979 said:
I am able to plug phone in and get this:
Microsoft Windows XP [Version 5.1.2600]
(C) Copyright 1985-2001 Microsoft Corp.
C:\Documents and Settings\xxxxxxxx>adb devices
List of devices attached
T063202TFL device
C:\Documents and Settings\xxxxxxxxx>
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Unless you have another android device connected to your computer, your X has USB Debugging mode turned on, and Windows & ADB properly sees your phone.
As jayboyyyy posted, in this state you can use ADB to push files from the PC to phone, or pull files from the phone onto the PC, assuming you are using the right commands. But if all you are looking to do is copy files back and forth, this is overkill as you can do it with windows. ADB is usually only need for hacking and flashing your phone.
As I said in the other thread... Please include what you were doing and what the results are. You haven't given us a complete enough of a picture to understand 1. what you are trying to do. 2. Any/all steps you have taken. 3. EXACT error message you are receiving.
From your first sentence in the original post in this thread you say you are rooted and have unlocked your boot loader. But your second paragraph starts saying you can't get the thing rooted to save you life.. So which is it? Are you rooted or trying to root? If you are trying to root, what process are you trying to follow? What step in that process are you stuck at? What did you type and what did you get back?
I know you are probably frustrated, but its just as frustrating on this side when you don't give a complete picture that allows us to help you. Look, rooting and hacking isn't easy. It can even result in turning your phone into a paper weight. So these details are important so we don't screw things up and add to the headaches and frustrations.
bullpen7979 said:
Right click on computer/manage and I see android phone in list of devices there.
I was able to use this same data cable to unlock the bootloader. If it were faulty, I don't think I could have done that.
I have tried both usb ports on front and back of the desktop unit, as well as those on a netbook I have in tow. Same result everywhere.
I don't know what to do next.
The thing that sucks is it has to be something simple.....
Seriously. I'd paypal someone to help me out here. I just can't imagine what's going wrong.
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I'm not sure what you are doing, or trying to do, as you said in the first post that you unlocked the boot loader and rooted.
The Moto X wont show as a drive letter in "My Computer." Even if USB Debugging is on, it should show up as a "Media" device, or Player type device with an icon in a separate section from your hard drives, DVD drive, mapped network drives, or even USB memory sticks/flash drives. It does this because the X supports/uses MTP/PTP, and NOT USB MASS STORAGE MODE.
MTP/PTP wont show a drive letter in My Computer. This is by design. You don't have to "stop" or "eject" the phone from windows when you are done. This mode also allows the phone to access the "storage" or emulated "SD" partition at the same time a connected Computer can.
USB Mass Storage mode will give you a drive letter in My Computer, IF the phone supported it. However the X doesn't, at least not out of the box, and I'm unaware of any app or hack to enable this. In USB Mass Storage mode, the PHONE looses access its storage partition or emulated internal SD card while the PC is connected. You'd need to "stop" or "eject" the device when you want to disconnect form the PC in order to prevent data corruption of the "emulated SD"
So again, its important for us to know exactly what you are trying to do.
From your first sentence in the original post in this thread you say you are rooted and have unlocked your boot loader.
Im sorry I was unclear. Bootloader is unlocked, but I am not rooted. What I said was that I had another thread about getting it rooted.
I'm sorry for the mis-speak. And I'm sorry I'm being such a pain, but others in the thread I'm referencing are clearly having the same issue I am. I just need to know what to do to obtain root access if my bootloader is already unlocked. To be clear, I do NOT have root access.
This is my procedure.
Start with this link:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2509676
Download Cydia Impactor. Check.
Download RockMyMoto.zip attachement. Unzip two files to directory x. Check.
Download PuTTYtel file "puttytel.exe" Check.
Step one. I have my ip address. At bottom of wireless config on phone, it is 10.59.1.6. So far so good.
I run adb shell getprop dhcp.wlan0.ipaddress just to be sure. same ip addy. Good.
I start command window. push the two files to the phone. all is well.
Step two i open the puttytel window and proceed to run the exploit
dalvikvm -cp /sdcard/RockMyMoto.jar RockMyMoto
and I can't run the damn thing because i get PuTTytel Fatal Error
Network Error: connection timed out.
exactly like this dude: http://dl.xda-developers.com/attach...f04a/5290120c/2/3/8/1/6/0/9/1384014224630.jpg
The end. I read the rest of the thread, and post #22 is the first of about five other posts that mentions the same time out problem, a solution for which is NEVER ADDRESSED, except indirectly as a possibility that the the two devices are not on the same network. My wireless card is on dhcp and the phone is the IP address above.
that's where it stops. I can't run the exploit because i can't type the command fast enough. Several people mention this problem, but I read all SIX pages of the thread and this defect is experienced my many and adressed by nobody.
This is driving me stark raving Bat S#!+ crazy.
And yes I have USB debugging on.
If your boot loader is already unlocked, there is another process.
https://plus.google.com/110773150384694258853/posts/VhtJtg92sTP
Is the process and while I think that twrp version should work, you might need the older version. Had to take my mom to the hospital so not in a good position to find older if newer doesn't work.
EDIT: this thread -> http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2536200 has some discussion too
So last night I tried unlocking my bootloader so I could root my HTC One, but I've had one issue. Whenever I get to the part where you make the back up of my apps I get the following message "adb: unable to connect for backup". My phone is conncected, and I have USB debugging enabled. I also checked the device status and it keeps reporting it as offline. I don't quite know what to do, if anyone can help it'll be appreciated.
First off, I barely know anything with regards to phones as I still learning. However, last night had a similar issue and ended up having to use cmd prompt to navigate to adb and then used it to see the device.
MrTechie890 said:
So last night I tried unlocking my bootloader so I could root my HTC One, but I've had one issue. Whenever I get to the part where you make the back up of my apps I get the following message "adb: unable to connect for backup". My phone is conncected, and I have USB debugging enabled. I also checked the device status and it keeps reporting it as offline. I don't quite know what to do, if anyone can help it'll be appreciated.
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New security enhancements in android 4.2.2 builds (and above) require the end user to explicitly grant adb access to any connecting computers before that connecting machine can successfully issue any adb commands to your device. When you connect a 4.2.2 (and above) android device to your machine (with USB debugging enabled) for the first time, you should be prompted with a confirmation message to allow or disallow USB debugging. This message will display your computers unique RSA key fingerprint and provide you a checkbox to “Always allow from this computer”. Check this box and select ‘OK’. Your device should no longer be listed as ‘offline’
If you don’t see this prompt then you should try the following:
With your device connected via usb and the toolkit running, toggle USB debugging off/on in Settings > ‘Developer Options’ and see if the prompt comes up
Also try unplugging and re-plugging the usb connection.
BD619 said:
New security enhancements in android 4.2.2 builds (and above) require the end user to explicitly grant adb access to any connecting computers before that connecting machine can successfully issue any adb commands to your device. When you connect a 4.2.2 (and above) android device to your machine (with USB debugging enabled) for the first time, you should be prompted with a confirmation message to allow or disallow USB debugging. This message will display your computers unique RSA key fingerprint and provide you a checkbox to “Always allow from this computer”. Check this box and select ‘OK’. Your device should no longer be listed as ‘offline’
If you don’t see this prompt then you should try the following:
With your device connected via usb and the toolkit running, toggle USB debugging off/on in Settings > ‘Developer Options’ and see if the prompt comes up
Also try unplugging and re-plugging the usb connection.
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I've already done this. I had usb debugging enable since I started this. I even tried unplugging and replugging multiple times while trying to do this. Are there any other settings I need to enable?
MrTechie890 said:
I've already done this. I had usb debugging enable since I started this. I even tried unplugging and replugging multiple times while trying to do this. Are there any other settings I need to enable?
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You have to help us with a little more info -- ADB and Fastboot just *have* to work or you'll get nowhere:
1) What OS are you using? Version included;
2) Plug in your phone, open a command window in the appropriate place and type: adb devices
Tell us the output.
If you don't get a device listed, either your drivers are bogus on your machine and need to reload, or you're not getting USB debugging setup correctly (not sure how you miss that, so I'd think the former).
tdhite said:
You have to help us with a little more info -- ADB and Fastboot just *have* to work or you'll get nowhere:
1) What OS are you using? Version included;
2) Plug in your phone, open a command window in the appropriate place and type: adb devices
Tell us the output.
If you don't get a device listed, either your drivers are bogus on your machine and need to reload, or you're not getting USB debugging setup correctly (not sure how you miss that, so I'd think the former).
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The version of android I'm using is 4.3, for my computer I'm using OSX 10.9, and the code that is listed when I search for my device through adb is FA3A8S902431.
MrTechie890 said:
The version of android I'm using is 4.3, for my computer I'm using OSX 10.9, and the code that is listed when I search for my device through adb is FA3A8S902431.
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Then try this:
adb backup
That should create a backup file called: backup.ab
tdhite said:
Then try this:
adb backup
That should create a backup file called: backup.ab
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Still get the same issue I've been getting. I typed that command in, it just tells me all the options for adb, and I then retried the other command I was using and squat.
MrTechie890 said:
Still get the same issue I've been getting. I typed that command in, it just tells me all the options for adb, and I then retried the other command I was using and squat.
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I know you don't want to read this, but you'll need to read all about Macs and this issue. A quick Google on "adb unable to connect for backup mac" brings up all sorts of folks fighting exactly what you are. I don't have a Mac -- use Linux almost exclusively, but it all appears related to either usb debugging, or a connection timeout setting.
tdhite said:
I know you don't want to read this, but you'll need to read all about Macs and this issue. A quick Google on "adb unable to connect for backup mac" brings up all sorts of folks fighting exactly what you are. I don't have a Mac -- use Linux almost exclusively, but it all appears related to either usb debugging, or a connection timeout setting.
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For me, doing it on Linux wouldn't be a huge issue but since I have a mac as my primary machine I'm trying to make due with it.
I think I just firgured it out actually. I just had to install the android sdk, I was using the abd files provided from a tutorial. anyhow, thanks for trying to help tdhite.
So, I went and skipped through the setup process without inserting my SIM, enabled developer options and turned on ADB access, and enabled OEM unlock while I was at it. I use eclipse frequently for other devices, so I ran an update in SDK manager. My device is not showign up as an external drive, or in ADB. However when I reboot into fastboot, I get a connection just fine. I am suspecting this is a software issue on the device itself. Any ideas?
Edit: switching from MTP to PTP was the only thing that worked
Cheetohz said:
So, I went and skipped through the setup process without inserting my SIM, enabled developer options and turned on ADB access, and enabled OEM unlock while I was at it. I use eclipse frequently for other devices, so I ran an update in SDK manager. My device is not showign up as an external drive, or in ADB. However when I reboot into fastboot, I get a connection just fine. I am suspecting this is a software issue on the device itself. Any ideas?
Edit: switching from MTP to PTP was the only thing that worked
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What showed up in Device Manager when connected as MTP? Did it perhaps say ACER Android Device or something similar to that?
PaisanNYC said:
What showed up in Device Manager when connected as MTP? Did it perhaps say ACER Android Device or something similar to that?
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I actually did nto check device manager. but I had the safely eject Nexus 6 show up in my task bar, so it was recognizing it as a nexus.
hi folks!
I recently bought a sm-t713 and i can't get my pc to recognize it in linux or windows.. i want to root and unlock the bootloader but odin cant even see it.. and its not an issue with not having debugging on. thats all turned on. Please advise. thanks!
Nobody knows why? I have oem unlock "on"
debugging "on"
But I cant get my comp to see the device..Have Samsung drivers installed. Still no luck.
How can I fix this? all it does is charge when I hook it to pc but can't transfer files.
sorry double post
Same issue here. I've had no luck sorting it out.
Gutterball said:
hi folks!
I recently bought a sm-t713 and i can't get my pc to recognize it in linux or windows.. i want to root and unlock the bootloader but odin cant even see it.. and its not an issue with not having debugging on. thats all turned on. Please advise. thanks!
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USB Debugging and MTP use different drivers and are different protocols.
Open a command prompt in windows then type:
adb devices
You should get a response with a serial number if USB debugging is working.
If so then it's likely an MTP driver problem or MTP isn't enabled.
In developer options under USB configuration, ensure MTP is enabled.
If so check the device is detected as an MTP device in windows device manager.
ashyx said:
USB Debugging and MTP use different drivers and are different protocols.
Open a command prompt in windows then type:
adb devices
You should get a response with a serial number if USB debugging is working.
If so then it's likely an MTP driver problem or MTP isn't enabled.
In developer options under USB configuration, ensure MTP is enabled.
If so check the device is detected as an MTP device in windows device manager.
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What the USB configuration is set to is actually moot. When the device is plugged in to a PC the tablet will bring up a notification stating what mode the USB port is in and also provide the option to change that to MTP mode (Transfer files), provided the drivers are correctly installed and all is in working order. By changing USB configuration to MTP the tablet shows up immediately on the PC but you still have to switch to "Transfer file" mode before you can move files between devices. Either way the results are the same and it takes the same number of steps. I always leave my USB configuration in "System Default" and I have never had any issues.
ashyx said:
USB Debugging and MTP use different drivers and are different protocols.
Open a command prompt in windows then type:
adb devices
You should get a response with a serial number if USB debugging is working.
If so then it's likely an MTP driver problem or MTP isn't enabled.
In developer options under USB configuration, ensure MTP is enabled.
If so check the device is detected as an MTP device in windows device manager.
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Thanks for helping! under device manager the tablet is showing as a mass storage controller not an mtp device. Even though in the tablet itself I have it set to mtp under developer options.
When I do the command "adb devices" I get this message
C:\Users\Brian\Downloads\platform-tools_r28.0.0-windows\platform-tools>adb devices
List of devices attached
nothings there
Also I was reading this is happening because of the newest stock update from Samsung.. is that true?
Gutterball said:
Thanks for helping! under device manager the tablet is showing as a mass storage controller not an mtp device. Even though in the tablet itself I have it set to mtp under developer options.
When I do the command "adb devices" I get this message
C:\Users\Brian\Downloads\platform-tools_r28.0.0-windows\platform-tools>adb devices
List of devices attached
nothings there
Also I was reading this is happening because of the newest stock update from Samsung.. is that true?
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No response from the adb command suggests you don't have the correct adb drivers installed or the device isn't being detected at all.
Have you installed the ADB drivers?
I would try a different cable first. Is Windows device manager detecting the device if it's plugged in/unplugged?
ashyx said:
No response from the adb command suggests you don't have the correct adb drivers installed or the device isn't being detected at all.
Have you installed the ADB drivers?
I would try a different cable first. Is Windows device manager detecting the device if it's plugged in/unplugged?
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Still having trouble here, too.
After flashing a ROM and attempting to install what was probably the wrong Gapps version, I'm now getting a boot loop into TWRP, and the device is still not recognized. I can boot into 'Download Mode', but the device is still not being seen by my PC. I have tried multiple times to install the USB drivers, but Odin 3.12.3 is still not seeing the tablet.
Much as I hate installing hokey, bloated software, would KIES be helpful here?
So, all is not lost (yet) - I can still access TWRP, but I'm not sure where to go from here.
Thanks in advance for any ideas you have.
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BillTheCat said:
Still having trouble here, too.
After flashing a ROM and attempting to install what was probably the wrong Gapps version, I'm now getting a boot loop into TWRP, and the device is still not recognized. I can boot into 'Download Mode', but the device is still not being seen by my PC. I have tried multiple times to install the USB drivers, but Odin 3.12.3 is still not seeing the tablet.
Much as I hate installing hokey, bloated software, would KIES be helpful here?
So, all is not lost (yet) - I can still access TWRP, but I'm not sure where to go from here.
Thanks in advance for any ideas you have.
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Considering download mode is totally OS independent and neither uses adb nor mtp drivers it seems the issue is either incorrectly installed usb drivers or faulty cable, device or port issues.
Boot to Download mode, open device manager then plug in the usb cable.
Windows should detect the device as a USB composite device.
If there is no detection then there is a communication issue between device and PC which could be any one of the afore mentioned reasons.
No matter what windows should show some sort of detection as soon as the device is plugged in.
No detection means no matter what drivers are installed its not going to work.
It's probably worth uninstalling the usb ports then rebooting.
Then trying again.
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Considering download mode is totally OS independent and neither uses adb nor mtp drivers it seems the issue is either incorrectly installed usb drivers or faulty cable, device or port issues.
Boot to Download mode, open device manager then plug in the usb cable.
Windows should detect the device as a USB composite device.
If there is no detection then there is a communication issue between device and PC which could be any one of the afore mentioned reasons.
No matter what windows should show some sort of detection as soon as the device is plugged in.
No detection means no matter what drivers are installed its not going to work.
It's probably worth uninstalling the usb ports then rebooting.
Then trying again.
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Well, I'll be dipped in $hit.
What's the probability that one guy could have three dodgy USB cables? Used one, wiggled it around and the PC recognized the device. Looks like I'm in for a quick trip to WallyWorld. Thanks!
ashyx said:
No response from the adb command suggests you don't have the correct adb drivers installed or the device isn't being detected at all.
Have you installed the ADB drivers?
I would try a different cable first. Is Windows device manager detecting the device if it's plugged in/unplugged?
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yeah, windows device manager detects it as a mass storage controller. I installed the driver from samsung site. Cant be the cord cause it works with the phone. Even linux mint wont pick it up either. Any ideas? Thanks again for helping this is driving me nuts!
Gutterball said:
yeah, windows device manager detects it as a mass storage controller. I installed the driver from samsung site. Cant be the cord cause it works with the phone. Even linux mint wont pick it up either. Any ideas? Thanks again for helping this is driving me nuts!
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Are you able to connect to the device in TWRP, either ADB or MTP?
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Are you able to connect to the device in TWRP, either ADB or MTP?
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nope don't have twrp installed. and adb or mtp wont detect it. how can I install twrp? don't I need to bootloader unlock this first? And I cant do it if its not recognized by the comp right?
Gutterball said:
nope don't have twrp installed. and adb or mtp wont detect it. how can I install twrp? don't I need to bootloader unlock this first? And I cant do it if its not recognized by the comp right?
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Are you certain this is a genuine Samsung and not a copy?
Can you post the build details from the app Phone Info.
ashyx said:
Are you certain this is a genuine Samsung and not a copy?
Can you post the build details from the app Phone Info.
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screenshot is in the attachment.