I recently bought a new GS4 SCH-i545
Well i got it friday from Verizon, and had it rooted by Saturday. By Sunday I wanted my iphone back, so i wanted to reclaim warranty. Used Odin3 and the stock firmware for my device, and hit start and it failed. My phone is stuck at the Update with Kies, and I can get it into download mode. Thing is I've tried a a bunch of stock firmwares for my phone model and none of them work (Also I tried ODin 3 185 3.07 and 3.09). I'm at a stand still and any help will be greatly appreciated. Feel free to ask for anymore information that I may have left out.
Thanks
Drevangough said:
I recently bought a new GS4 SCH-i545
Well i got it friday from Verizon, and had it rooted by Saturday. By Sunday I wanted my iphone back, so i wanted to reclaim warranty. Used Odin3 and the stock firmware for my device, and hit start and it failed. My phone is stuck at the Update with Kies, and I can get it into download mode. Thing is I've tried a a bunch of stock firmwares for my phone model and none of them work (Also I tried ODin 3 185 3.07 and 3.09). I'm at a stand still and any help will be greatly appreciated. Feel free to ask for anymore information that I may have left out.
Thanks
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First I would say you are in the wrong forum, this is the S4 active. Then I would ask how you rooted? Custom Recovery?? And did you mean you CANT or can get into download mode?
lances1027 said:
First I would say you are in the wrong forum, this is the S4 active. Then I would ask how you rooted? Custom Recovery?? And did you mean you CANT or can get into download mode?
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Oops, I moved it over to the correct forum.
To answer your question:
I rooted with Safe Root, I cant really link to video i followed because I'm still new to the Forum
I can get it into Download mode no problem.
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Recently, I had a very long discussion with some helpful users regarding how my market disappeared in the Android Themes section. After never recovering my stock market application, I finally just flashed to the cognition rom that is built for 2.1.
This was a huge risk for me because for some reason my phone is not found in Odin when it is in download mode. I have already tried everything to get it recognized, but nothing was able to get it recognized. If I were to brick my phone, I don't think I could fix it. I soft bricked it during the problem with the Market, but luckily I was able to get the phone working again through recovery.
I am thinking of flashing to the new cognition so that I can get my phone running on a 2.2 based rom and then quit flashing until I get a better phone or figure out my Odin problems.
I just have a few questions. I know a lot of people recommend flashing to stock first (which I can't do), while others don't flash stock. I should be able to just disable Voodoo and hopefully flash successfully to a new rom, correct? Also, what are the chances of a permanent brick? As long as I could get into recovery I could probably get the phone back up again without the use of Odin, right?
yentlequible said:
Recently, I had a very long discussion with some helpful users regarding how my market disappeared in the Android Themes section. After never recovering my stock market application, I finally just flashed to the cognition rom that is built for 2.1.
This was a huge risk for me because for some reason my phone is not found in Odin when it is in download mode. I have already tried everything to get it recognized, but nothing was able to get it recognized. If I were to brick my phone, I don't think I could fix it. I soft bricked it during the problem with the Market, but luckily I was able to get the phone working again through recovery.
I am thinking of flashing to the new cognition so that I can get my phone running on a 2.2 based rom and then quit flashing until I get a better phone or figure out my Odin problems.
I just have a few questions. I know a lot of people recommend flashing to stock first (which I can't do), while others don't flash stock. I should be able to just disable Voodoo and hopefully flash successfully to a new rom, correct? Also, what are the chances of a permanent brick? As long as I could get into recovery I could probably get the phone back up again without the use of Odin, right?
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<<< this might not be helpful, but I will tell you my situation... >>>
I have tried to Rom my JI6 (unoffical froyo) version of captivate, with Cog v2.3b8, using ROM manager.
But after installation, my screen went blank and the battery started to heat up...
After that I was lazy to fix it myself, so I went to exchange shop, and changed it...
- if your phone bricks (forever) try this : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=775911
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<<< this might not be helpful, but I will tell you my situation... >>>
I have tried to Rom my JI6 (unoffical froyo) version of captivate, with Cog v2.3b8, using ROM manager.
But after installation, my screen went blank and the battery started to heat up...
After that I was lazy to fix it myself, so I went to exchange shop, and changed it...
- if your phone bricks (forever) try this : http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=775911
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I tried that same method and it still did not show up in odin.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897 using XDA App
yentlequible said:
I tried that same method and it still did not show up in odin.
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I897 using XDA App
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Main problem with your Captivate is that you cannot connect to your PC???
Did you tried using different computer, or using different version of Windows/Mac?
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peurocs4 said:
Main problem with your Captivate is that you cannot connect to your PC???
Did you tried using different computer, or using different version of Windows/Mac?
<Sorry, if I'm not really helping you...>
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Back when I was really trying to figure the problem out (about 2 months ago), I was trying everything mentioned. I tried different versions of odin, 3 separate computers, windows xp/vista/7, front and back usb ports, multiple drivers, etc... The weird thing is that the phone is recognized in odin when it is on, which is how I was able to do a master clear on it. It is just when it is in download mode that it does not recognize it.
I eventually just gave up thinking that it was just a problem my phone has. The only thing I have not been able to test is using a different cable. I have been using the original OEM one, but I guess it could be the problem.
When did you bought the device?
if its within a year... you can exchange it... this looks like easy way out.
Sent from My Captivate
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peurocs4 said:
When did you bought the device?
if its within a year... you can exchange it... this looks like easy way out.
Sent from My Captivate
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Unfortunately, It was purchased off contract and used from someone who lived near me. It is less than a year old, I just don't have the receipt for it. I would say that I bought it around the beginning of last August. They guy who sold it said he only used it for 2 weeks.
Ok, im just going to risk it... Phone should be flashed within the next 10 minutes or so.
yentlequible said:
Ok, im just going to risk it... Phone should be flashed within the next 10 minutes or so.
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I had the same prob at first and what i found is that I had to remove the drivers and then let windows 7 reinstall the drivers on its own again after turning debugging on, then used Odin to activate DL mode and let those drivers install as well
zelendel said:
I had the same prob at first and what i found is that I had to remove the drivers and then let windows 7 reinstall the drivers on its own again after turning debugging on, then used Odin to activate DL mode and let those drivers install as well
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How do you use Odin to activate DL mode? I was unaware that it could do that...
I need to return my s4 and I want to reset it to the system defaults and remove root access. My problem is that I think I messed up downloading TWRP recovery because ever since then I can't access recovery mode, it just goes to Odin mode/download mode. TWRP doesn't matter though, I don't need to recover anything in this phone I just want it to be reset. So I tried flashing stock rom through Odin but it takes a out 10 seconds then it says it's done and when my phone reboots absolutely nothing changed. I didn't download any custom roms so I would even be fine with just being able to take all my personal data off and factory reset it but I can't do that. Any help is appreciated!
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I need to return my s4 and I want to reset it to the system defaults and remove root access. My problem is that I think I messed up downloading TWRP recovery because ever since then I can't access recovery mode, it just goes to Odin mode/download mode. TWRP doesn't matter though, I don't need to recover anything in this phone I just want it to be reset. So I tried flashing stock rom through Odin but it takes a out 10 seconds then it says it's done and when my phone reboots absolutely nothing changed. I didn't download any custom roms so I would even be fine with just being able to take all my personal data off and factory reset it but I can't do that. Any help is appreciated!
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Do you have the U.S./A.T.&T. model (SGH-i537) or the international model (SGH-i9295) and were you on kitkat or lollipop? And where did you get the stock file you were trying to flash through Odin?
I have the Verizon SCH-I545 (NK1) on 4.4.2. And I got it from the galaxy s4 root website link to customroms.net
mike_n_ike said:
I have the Verizon SCH-I545 (NK1) on 4.4.2. And I got it from the galaxy s4 root website link to customroms.net
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Oops you're in the wrong forum, this forum is for a different phone. The forum for that phone can be found here. Since I don't have that phone (neither do most people on this forum, I'm guessing) I have never used that forum. However, a brief glimpse indicates this thread might have the solution you are looking for. If not, this other thread looks pretty useful too.
In the future, please make sure you're posting in the forum for the correct device.
Edit: It also sounds like you might have downloaded the wrong file(s)
Oops! I'm new to posting on the xda forums I apologize. Thank you for your help though!
Ok, so my mom bought an unlocked AT&T Samsung Galaxy S5 and she had it connected to our family plan with T-mobile. Everything was working find until last night I tried to downgrade her phone to 4.4.2 original version G900AUCU1ANCE. I used odin3 and install it everything passed. And when the phone tried to restart it wont pass the samsung logo,. Plase someone tell me how to fix this. I can assure you that I flashed the G900AUCU1ANCE correctly and everything passed. I was happy when I saw the phone trying to boot up and start but it wont pass the samsung logo. I really need to fix this before my mom starts yelling at me for messing up her phone. tomorrow.
the version she had on before I flashed it back was version 4.4.4. Once again, this is an AT&T phone but is connected to T-mobile network plan.
corrales201 said:
Ok, so my mom bought an unlocked AT&T Samsung Galaxy S5 and she had it connected to our family plan with T-mobile. Everything was working find until last night I tried to downgrade her phone to 4.4.2 original version G900AUCU1ANCE. I used odin3 and install it everything passed. And when the phone tried to restart it wont pass the samsung logo,. Plase someone tell me how to fix this. I can assure you that I flashed the G900AUCU1ANCE correctly and everything passed. I was happy when I saw the phone trying to boot up and start but it wont pass the samsung logo. I really need to fix this before my mom starts yelling at me for messing up her phone. tomorrow.
the version she had on before I flashed it back was version 4.4.4. Once again, this is an AT&T phone but is connected to T-mobile network plan.
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Use the downgrade firmware in step 4 of the notes section of the OP in this thread. Flash with odin 3.09 in the AP slot. I know you said you already have the NCE downgrade file but i use this one the time and it always works for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3149146
dirtydodge
dirtydodge said:
Use the downgrade firmware in step 4 of the notes section of the OP in this thread. Flash with odin 3.09 in the AP slot. I know you said you already have the NCE downgrade file but i use this one the time and it always works for me.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3149146
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dirtydodge Thanks you SOOOOOOO Much, You saved me, OMG, I was about to freak out if I didn't see any post today. I didn't know What I was going to do with my moms phone.
I flashed the file you told me and the phone booted pasted the samsun logo, is working find right now. Jesus Christ I seriously want you to know that I'm very thankful to you for posting a reply and helping me out. U saved my mom's phone out of a soft brick. Thank you!1
dirtydodge Is it possible for me to install custom Roms on this same phone.???
corrales201 said:
dirtydodge Thanks you SOOOOOOO Much, You saved me, OMG, I was about to freak out if I didn't see any post today. I didn't know What I was going to do with my moms phone.
I flashed the file you told me and the phone booted pasted the samsun logo, is working find right now. Jesus Christ I seriously want you to know that I'm very thankful to you for posting a reply and helping me out. U saved my mom's phone out of a soft brick. Thank you!1
dirtydodge Is it possible for me to install custom Roms on this same phone.???
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Yes you can. I'd advise to stick with ATT roms. And make certain to read the OP in any thread about roms before flashing. Keep that NCE downgrade file as a saver. I personally an running the TMS5 rom and love it. But you'll need to upgrade to the rooted 5.0 firmware before flashing it.
So I don't keep up with android news, and I Upgraded OTA to what I believe was 5.1.1 on my S5 Active. Then a few weeks later I accidentally deleted some pictures and saw the best way to recover them was to root the phone. So I thought no biggie I'm sure it's much easier nowadays to root and followed this guide
http://forum.xda-developers.com/att-galaxy-s5/general/g900and3tong3keeprootota-zip-t2862299
Odin gave me a pass result I was like cool that was easy, but when the phone rebooted it just got stuck at the Samsung Android screen.
I have probably searched every single forum on the internet with every possible keyword to fix my problem, and I just can't find a solution so I hope you guys can help.
The phone goes into download mode and recovery mode and my computer recognizes it., so that gives me a little bit of hope.
My brother has an S5 active as well if this would be of any help. I can't find the 5.1.1 G870A FW on sammobile so is there a way to extract that from another S5 Active on 5.1.1?
I hope someone can help, I did learn the lesson though never buy a phone with a locked bootloader since I'm prone to stupid mistakes like this.
Cheers
Do you know exactly what 5.1.1 version you were on? or what date you received the OTA? I can point you in the right direction for the OTA but I don't know if that will help. I have never repaired a soft brick but if I had the OTA I would load it to my SD card and try to load it in recovery mode. Maybe someone reading this can jump in and tell us if this would work.
Odin Back to s5 Active Stock. NE4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2799754
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Do you know exactly what 5.1.1 version you were on? or what date you received the OTA? I can point you in the right direction for the OTA but I don't know if that will help. I have never repaired a soft brick but if I had the OTA I would load it to my SD card and try to load it in recovery mode. Maybe someone reading this can jump in and tell us if this would work.
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It shows this update in the android recovery menu, not sure if that was my current version at the time i bricked my phone
LRX21T.G870AUCU1BOC5
This is apparently 5.0 but I'm sure I got an update from att in april or may.
more info
thanhvien89 said:
Odin Back to s5 Active Stock. NE4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2799754
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i tried that already but i'll try it again
EDIT: just tried it getting [aboot] Fused 2 > Binary 1
thanhvien89 said:
Odin Back to s5 Active Stock. NE4
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2799754
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This only works if you are already rooted. Can't go back if you are 5.0 or above.
The model is SM-G730V
and it is a verizon galaxy s3 mini (if anymore info is needed i can provide)
I dont know precisely how my phone ended up stuck in bootloop or what i did to cause it, it just shut off one day and when i rebooted it was seemingly done for. Tried for weeks and gave up, ive got a laptop now that im able to flash with, and judging by the fact it won't boot correctly i take it i need to flash new stock firmware entirely. Theres many downloads available for both odin and for the firmware i will need for my device, im hoping someone can point me in the direction of a safe virus free version of both as im not skilled in any of this and am worried about getting viruses. Anything will be appriciated
BlueEyes1965 said:
The model is SM-G730V
and it is a verizon galaxy s3 mini (if anymore info is needed i can provide)
I dont know precisely how my phone ended up stuck in bootloop or what i did to cause it, it just shut off one day and when i rebooted it was seemingly done for. Tried for weeks and gave up, ive got a laptop now that im able to flash with, and judging by the fact it won't boot correctly i take it i need to flash new stock firmware entirely. Theres many downloads available for both odin and for the firmware i will need for my device, im hoping someone can point me in the direction of a safe virus free version of both as im not skilled in any of this and am worried about getting viruses. Anything will be appriciated
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If you want official firmware go to sammobile.com
Hit THX when it helped
Droehnemeier said:
If you want official firmware go to sammobile.com
Hit THX when it helped
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Any official safe odin download?
BlueEyes1965 said:
Any official safe odin download?
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https://www.androidstrike.com/download-odin/ I would choose this but it's always your own decision