[Q] Messing with param.lfs can hard-brick the S3 Mini? - Galaxy S III Mini Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi everyone, I'm trying to make an automated script to edit the bootlogo in a simpler and faster way. But I'm afraid that messing with the bootloader of the phone can prevent it from entering download mode, hardbricking the device.
If something happens to the param.lfs, can the phone still be restored?
Will it still boot into download mode?
Did you have any problems like this and was able to successfully recover?

You cannnot hardbrick your device by changing the param partition cause the downloadmode images and program code are in /dev/block/mmcblk0p18 and /dev/block/mmcblk0p17 and /dev/block/mmcblk0. The param is /dev/block/mmcblk0p19 so it can still enter Odin Mode
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The downloadmode is still acessable by pressing 3 botton combo. So you can reflash stock param via Odin.

Only gt-i8190!!
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Gt-i8200 is different

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[Q] I updated my Galaxy S without disable lagfix

Hello guys!
Firstly, sorry to be asking this, but I'm desperate and have tried a lot about this subject, but could not solve the problem.
I'm from Brazil, do not speak English very well, but I'll try anyway.
I tried to update my Galaxy S I9000B for Android 2.3.3 and I do not disable the lagfix, now the device is stuck on the screen with the name "Galaxy S", and I can not reset the device to factory settings (I think it is because of lagfix, error: E:Can't mount /dev/block/st110
E:copy_dbdata_media:Can't mount DBDATA.
I wonder if there is as I restore the partition to be able to relive my Galaxy S.
If possible, please send me some procedure.
Thank you all!
Think you need to flash again from scratch with Odin with partition enabled
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I think that flashing again with Odin is the best way..why don't you update your phone with the 2.3.4 or 2.3.5 with Odin?
Put it on Download mode:
when your device is turned off keep pushing vol+,menu button and power button!
After that flash a firmware with Odin,connecting your device with the USB cable to the pc on download mode!
It's easy
Now it works!
I used these files:
“I9000XXJP2-REV03-PDA-CL464213.tar
“MODEM_I9000XXJP2.tar
“GT-I9000-CSC-MULTI-OXAJP2.tar”
But, now, it is very slow and doesn't enter in download mode.
What I have to do now?
OK, Download and Recovery Mode works again.
But I don't know what is the files that I have to download and use in Odin to resolve the problem of lagfix.
Galaxy S Model i9000B.
I need PDA, PHONE and CSC files.
Help me plz!
Spend some time reading these forums regarding firmware versions. You don't need help, you need to help yourself.
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You have to install a custom kernel(like Speedmod for example) to enable lagifix
Here man I think this is the thread you should be looking in. The official Gingerbread firmware for your phone is in the first post. Doesnt look like the same firmware you just posted. Read, Read, Read. http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=919219&highlight=i9000b
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Here check this link too...looks like a pretty decent mod for your phone once you get back to stock firware. http://www.movilmaniaco.com/android/100-gingerbread-mod-v31-firmware-234-para-los-galaxy-s-i9000b
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You might even try using a JVT pda with the phone and csc from the first link, then flash a cf-root and add the ext 4 addon for lagfix.

Help Me Please!!! :(

i flashed a stock KJ1 firmware to root the phone and then i flashed another firmware thru odin. my phone then resrtareted and aftre spash screen showed odin and then it keeps on repeating. im not able to go into recovery and etc etc. please help me!! :
by odin i meant mobile odin...
You have enough posts to know that you can't start Q&A threads in the dev section. Needs to be locked or moved by a mod.
If you splash screen is showing then you shouldn't worry as things can be fixed ...other than that I can't help.
ArchaosAngel said:
i flashed a stock KJ1 firmware to root the phone and then i flashed another firmware thru odin. my phone then resrtareted and aftre spash screen showed odin and then it keeps on repeating. im not able to go into recovery and etc etc. please help me!! :
by odin i meant mobile odin...
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If your phone whas rooted, why flabs with odin again. Take batt out and go to recovery. That is if you flash the seconde time a rooted firmware. That all wipe.
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http://www.hard-reset.com/samsung-galaxy-note-hard-reset.html
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This is the development section, not Q&A​

Help) I9000 still reboot on S LOGO

hi Yesterday i install this rom [NIGHTLY][ROM][4.4] CyanogenMod 11 for Samsung Galaxy S
after that i wanna install rom 2.3.6 Official but after instal Official rom phone reboot on S LOGO
i fix this thanks
Last time that happened to me i flashed dbdata.rfs to fix it
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Download the odin v1.3 and then download the pit file, pda, csc and modem and later start with and it´ll fix that!
If need further assistance then inform me..!
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Download the odin v1.3 and then download the pit file, pda, csc and modem and later start with and it´ll fix that!
If need further assistance then inform me..!
Start all over... If its stuck just re flash.. not a big problem u r in. Happens often. Just reflash the Rom.

Softbrick when trying to downgrade

Recently I rooted my S5, upgraded to version 5.0 and installed a custom rom.
Took rom off fine with flashfire again.
Then I tried to flash stock firmware 4.4.2 with odin.
and now my phone reads "phone upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies and try again.
Tried kies, not sure how to get an emergency recovery code if I don't already have one.
Please help.
Donovon777 said:
Recently I rooted my S5, upgraded to version 5.0 and installed a custom rom.
Took rom off fine with flashfire again.
Then I tried to flash stock firmware 4.4.2 with odin.
and now my phone reads "phone upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in Kies and try again.
Tried kies, not sure how to get an emergency recovery code if I don't already have one.
Please help.
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Can you get into download mode?
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If you can get into download mode go to the OP in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3076803
And use the downgrade to NCE file. Flash is in the AP slot in odin 3.09. This should fix you
dirtydodge said:
Can you get into download mode?
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If you can get into download mode go to the OP in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3076803
And use the downgrade to NCE file. Flash is in the AP slot in odin 3.09. This should fix you
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Trying now.
Doesn't quite flash, gets about an eighth of the way and stalls for over 30 min...
dirtydodge said:
Can you get into download mode?
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If you can get into download mode go to the OP in this link http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3076803
And use the downgrade to NCE file. Flash is in the AP slot in odin 3.09. This should fix you
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2nd attempt worked perfect
THANKS!!

Stuck on Samsung Restart Loop- After flashing firmware

N950F is stuck on Samsung Logo Restart Loop - after flashing through with ODIN
Could any provide a fix to this error?
ibrahimlaz said:
N950F is stuck on Samsung Logo Restart Loop - after flashing through with ODIN
Could any provide a fix to this error?
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Boot into recovery mode and select factory reset.
thanks for the speedy response, i tried that and still wont boot up
Could you provide me with a EFS U9 Flash file ?
ibrahimlaz said:
N950F is stuck on Samsung Logo Restart Loop - after flashing through with ODIN
Could any provide a fix to this error?
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Download the firmware you upgraded to or the latest firmware for your phone with samfirm.exe or frija and use Odin to flash phone. Make sure to use all 4 files (BL, AP, CP AND CSC).
First try with home-CSC file and see. If it still boot loops go to Recovery mode and factory reset phone (make sure you remember your google account/ password) and then flash the CSC file (this will reset phone as well).
Also try taking sim card out before flashing. (Don't have to but worth a try.)
Thanks again, I have tried the method above - ODIN (PASSED)
but then - boots up until Samsung logo then reboots.
Is there any other solution ?
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is the EFS fix file required?
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Now its stuck on the flashing Samsung logo after the flash with HOME_CSC
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any fix for this error?
any one know how to fix this?
GuestD2112 said:
any one know how to fix this?
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Did you fix that??
GuestD2112 said:
N950F is stuck on Samsung Logo Restart Loop - after flashing through with ODIN
Could any provide a fix to this error?
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I also have the same problem with my Note 8 n950n stuck on restart loop.This issue occurred after the serial number is disappeared.

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