[Q] Can't flash a non-booting Samsung ATIV S - Windows Phone 8 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello everyone,
I don't know if this is the right place to post this, but hope someone can help me.
A friend of mine asked me to fix his Ativ S, which is not booting (don't ask me why). The following error message appears on boot:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
As hard reset does not seem to fix anything, I decided to follow this guide (http://forums.windowscentral.com/samsung-ativ-s/295444-latest-samsung-ativ-s-firmware-updates.html) in order to flash a working rom to the phone. I am on Windows 8.1, and disabled driver signature verification to install samsung drivers, which finished succesfully. Nevertheless, I can't make WP8 SMD binary downloader to detect/recognise the phone.
To begin with, the correct driver is not automatically selected, so when first plugged the phone in download mode is detected as an unknown device:
Forcing to update the drivers from the folder where the samsung driver is installed does not work (it won't detect a suitable driver). So I manually browsed through the different device categories to select which, I believe, is the correct driver:
After this, the phone is recognised as follows:
But, as I said, it won't be detected by the WP8 SMD binary downloader:
I tried with 2 different computers running Windows 8.1 and a third one running Windows 7. I already ran out of ideas, so I hope someone can help me getting the phone detected properly.
Thank you in advance!
UPDATE:
A new version of the driver pop-up through windows update and I could finally restore the device. It is strange that this update is not metioned anywhere I could see, and seams to be necessary (at least it was in my case)

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Activesync 4.5 WILL NOT INSTALL

My new AT&T Fuze is my 4th WM (PPC) device. I have been using both Palm and WM devices for years. The problem I am having is that I am trying to install Activesync 4.5 on my HTPC running Windows XP Pro x32 SP3 and I keep getting the same error every time. The program looks pretty much like it installs fine but at the end the final window says:
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
If I try to sync at this point my Raphael will be detected but no drivers will be found nor loaded so I can not sync.
If I boot into XP Pro x64 SP2 on the same machine I can install and use Activesync with no problem.
I have searched the Net extensively and tried many potential solutions but none of them worked. So you know what I have tried, I have:
Run 'fixmapi.exe'
Renamed my existing mapi32.dll then run fixmapi.exe to create a new one
Disabled my network connection, shut down my firewall/v-scanner (Zonealarm) then tried
The method at this link
Successfully installed Activesync 4.2 then installed v4.5 over it (same error)
I have also searched the forum here including these threads with no luck.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=492063&highlight=activesync
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=478965&highlight=activesync
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=445652&highlight=activesync
I have not tried installing under Safe Mode because I know that it will not work as the Installer Service would not be running under Safe Mode.
A solution would be greatly appreciated. Thanks for reading.
Try to install ActiveSync with this command line:
setup.msi /log C:\log.txt
Then post the log.txt file.
As requested.
Try to install... Windows Media Player 10 or above...
Here's the link: http://download.microsoft.com/download/1/2/A/12A31F29-2FA9-4F50-B95D-E45EF7013F87/MP10Setup.exe
I already have Windows Media Player 11 installed.
Still having problem
I am still having this problem. Any help is appreciated.

Problem with resetting Lumia 620

SOLVED EVERYONE
Greeting all,
I have a lumia 620 and about to sell it. Last night I reset the phone..but it stuck and keep loading for almost 8 hours. What should I do?
The phone keep loading like in this picture
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Is there any step to solve this problem?
Sent from my LG-E988 using xda app-developers app
hi, how did you solve this
mine is resetting for over 3 days
what should i do? keep waiting?
thx
flash firmware with NCS
NCS download
After Nokia Suite installs, copy and replace the usergroupsconfiguration.cfg file to C:\Program Files (x86)\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 if you’re running a 64-bit version of Windows. Or C:\Program Files\Nokia\Nokia Care Suite\Product Support Tool For Store 5.0 if on 32-bit.
1. Open Nokia Suite. And select ‘Product Support Tool For Store 5.0′
2. When prompted, select ‘CareSuite External’ then hit ‘Sign-in’ button.
3. From the Menu, select Tools, then ‘Firmware Download’
4. Now enter the product code of your device, hit ‘Check Online’ button, to check the latest firmware version of your product code.
5. Then ‘tick’ ‘Optional Content Files and ‘Download’ to save your firmware.
6. Wait a few minutes for your files to download
7. You may now manually flash your Nokia device with the firmware you just downloaded.
- Your firmware should be stored in the C:\ProgramData\Nokia\Packages\Products folder of your hard drive.
also look here (is for 920 but is same procedure, only you need firmvare and product code for your Lumia)
http://forums.wpcentral.com/nokia-l...after-reset-flash-process-defined-inside.html
Update:
new Nokia Softvware Updater v4.1.0 is easy way to solve this problem
http://mynokiablog.com/2013/10/11/how-to-easily-fix-the-lumia-reset-spinning-cogs-at-home/

OPO stuck on recovery mode loop and PC won't recognise it in order for me to flash it

So recently I did a stupid and accidentally switched off my OPO during an update installation and completely screwed it all up. I tried switching it back on only to find that it was stuck in a recovery mode loop. I then hit factory reset in a last ditch attempt to save the poor bugger without flashing it and even that didn't work.
I've then had to resort to flashing it using the OPO toolkit software on my PC however when connecting to the PC, my OPO only shows up as an MTP USB Device and nothing else. I have tried installing recommended Samsung drivers for the phone but I wasn't able to as it the "update drivers" button was greyed out on the MTP USB Device properties window.
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
Basically, the OPO toolkit will not work as no android devices are recognised by the PC even though an android device is showing up in the control panel.
There is no way I can currently access the settings on my phone due to recovery mode loop obviously.
The last thing I want to do here is end up with being forced to use the OnePlus support which I hope most of you understand why.
Thanks for any suggestions!
Hi,
This thread is being moved to your own dedicated forum , where the experts may be able to help you better.
Good luck!
Put it in downloading mode and then use adb to use the toolkit since bow u don't have a os on the OPO happened with me too but I fixed it this way
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Need help with Samsung note GT 7000

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{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
odin is showing failed msg every time.
please can u help me.
Try an older version of Odin.. 1.85 also make sure the cables are good. And kies not running in the background.
@nokiamodIn91
thank you very much for reply
is there any other reason odin is showing failed. wrong bootloader / recovery file or there might be some hardware problem other than software prblem ?
OS binary count is 16 .
i would appreciate everyone's help . because , my phone is not working last 2monthss. i m using 2g mobile now . please help me.
hello friends ,
i again tried to flash recovery / bootloader file . here is image , but again it stuck at NAND start write , i kept it for 20 mins,
odin showed failed,
do u think , might be bootloader IC is not working ?
Please someone reply or hehlp me ?
rdpeace said:
Please someone reply or hehlp me ?
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It could be possible that the phone is bricked..but to confirm... Check the steps you have tried.
Before every flash through Odin, make sure you have powered of the phone and rebooted into download mode. Back to back flash won't work.
Original USB cable with main USB ports if using a pc.
Samsung kies not running in the task manager.
Try another kernel file or another complete Samsung rom.
Try another pc.

Novacom Drivers and Touchpad Toolbox

Hello everyone, I was trying to use TPToolbox with this topic : https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2756314
On the "Loading TPToolbox" section, I have troubles.
I have put my tablet on recovery mode, I have installed the drivers (not without a couple of hours of research.....)
I launched "tptb_v42_win.bat", a cmd window appears, and here is my problem :
{
"lightbox_close": "Close",
"lightbox_next": "Next",
"lightbox_previous": "Previous",
"lightbox_error": "The requested content cannot be loaded. Please try again later.",
"lightbox_start_slideshow": "Start slideshow",
"lightbox_stop_slideshow": "Stop slideshow",
"lightbox_full_screen": "Full screen",
"lightbox_thumbnails": "Thumbnails",
"lightbox_download": "Download",
"lightbox_share": "Share",
"lightbox_zoom": "Zoom",
"lightbox_new_window": "New window",
"lightbox_toggle_sidebar": "Toggle sidebar"
}
It cant finds novacomd service, so I imagine that's a problem with the drivers, or something like this, so, please, I need help
(Sorry if my english is bad, I'm french).
Patahuete said:
Hello everyone, I was trying to use TPToolbox with this topic : https://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2756314
On the "Loading TPToolbox" section, I have troubles.
I have put my tablet on recovery mode, I have installed the drivers (not without a couple of hours of research.....)
I launched "tptb_v42_win.bat", a cmd window appears, and here is my problem :
It cant finds novacomd service, so I imagine that's a problem with the drivers, or something like this, so, please, I need help
(Sorry if my english is bad, I'm french).
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All the drivers and tools you need should be here
Thanks you, but, I have used the UniversalNovacomInstaller but, i'm stuck on that :
I've launch the process 3 hours ago, and, it's always the same thing, I'm stuck on this.
Ok, thanks you, I've finally do it ! Android is on my Touchpad <3

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