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[I9020T][ROM][STOCK]Nexus S Android 2.3.1, Build GRH78 Factory Firmware

Please read this post in its entirety before downloading and flashing.
THIS IS FOR I9020T ONLY! IF YOU DECIDE TO GET BRAVE AND TRY THIS ON AN I9020A, I9023 OR D720, MAY THE FORCE BE WITH YOU. I AM NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED TO ANY PHONE BY USING THIS ROM.
YOU MUST FLASH THIS ROM USING CLOCKWORKMOD RECOVERY. THIS WILL NOT FLASH USING THE STOCK ANDROID 3E RECOVERY AS THE ZIP FILE IS NOT SIGNED. I HAVE NOT TESTED IT ON OTHER RECOVERIES.
This is probably more for posterity now than anything else, however I have created a CWM-flashable full on ROM for the Nexus S Gingerbread firmware, version 2.3.1, build GRH78. This is built exactly the same way that the full OTA ROM packages for 2.3.3 and 2.3.4 were built.
Some notes:
1. Flashing this ZIP will remove ClockworkMod Recovery on first boot. Android 2.3.1 introduced a script that automatically overwrites alternate recoveries with the stock Android 3e recovery each time you reboot your phone. The script is located in /system/etc/install-recovery.sh. If you root the ROM, you can rename this file to avoid flashing the stock recovery on each reboot.
2. Flashing this ZIP will overwrite your bootloader and radio, restoring them to I9020XXJK1 and I9020XXJK8 respectively. These are the versions that came stock with GRH78.
3. GRH78 is receiving OTA updates. As of this writing, the latest version of Android is 2.3.4, and Google is pushing an OTA update for 2.3.1 to 2.3.4.
4. This ZIP will NOT clear your user data or cache. For users running a stock ROM, I would highly suggest clearing your data and cache manually as sometimes downgrading without clearing data and cache can cause problems. If you are coming from a non-stock ROM, you are required to clear your data and cache or the ROM will not boot.
5. Since writing NFC tags wasn't introduced until GRI40/2.3.3, the Tags app is read-only.
6. There is no video chatting through Google Talk. This feature was not introduced until GRJ22/2.3.4.
Instructions:
1. Download the Stock GRH78 ROM package here.
2. Copy it to the root of your USB storage.
3. Reboot into ClockworkMod Recovery (or flash it).
4. Select "Install ZIP From SD Card"
5. Select "Choose ZIP"
6. Find the ZIP file and select it.
7. Wait for it to finish.
8. Wipe data and cache (optional but HIGHLY recommended for stock ROM users and REQUIRED for non-stock ROM users)
9. Reboot and have fun.

Reserved...just in case.

Hello,
I tried your ROM with my Nexus S (I didn't know the version exactly) and I have now a black screen and the phone won't boot or show me anything =(

OyoKooN said:
Hello,
I tried your ROM with my Nexus S (I didn't know the version exactly) and I have now a black screen and the phone won't boot or show me anything =(
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Aw come on man.......you gotta read! Can you get into recovery?
Sent from my Nexus S using XDA Premium App

Yes I know, I'm a dumb ass.
I have only access to fastboot (via Terminal only).

Try flashing Clockwork Mod Recovery with fastboot.
fastboot flash recovery.img

I did but I even don't know if I can boot into the recovery because the screen stay off.

Can you get to the bootloader? If you don't even see the bootloader screen, you may have bricked it.

I managed to fix it using ODIN.
Thanks.

Congrats Glad you got it working.

plz plz help begging u !
OyoKooN said:
I managed to fix it using ODIN.
Thanks.
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i made the same mistake plz plz help me ....
i m stuckkkkk !

Lol I can't help but say what a bunch of retards haha. Make sure you gave the correct version before flashing. Might give it a try one of following days
Sent from my Nexus S

[MODv7]Stock-Restore-CWMR&BOOTLOGO+SU-FLASH.VRZXT907_9.8.1Q-78 & 94 [Locked BL's Too]

[MODv7]Stock-Restore-CWMR&BOOTLOGO+SU-FLASH.VRZXT907_9.8.1Q-78 & 94 [Locked BL's Too]
Update: Change out the twrp for the newer ones here http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=49493136&postcount=2
Added a PasteTo for 4.0.4 as several things need to be cut to get the script to work, Unlocked Boot only as are all PasteTOs.
PasteTO...94 Is updated to philz6079.
Substitute the ...94 for the ...78 in the following guide.
We have SafeRoot now.
But locked boots on ...94 CANNOT USE THIS GUIDE if you want to maintain root. Root is only maintained via VooDoo & the ota. If you break your radio on ...94 & have a locked boot you are forced to loose root to fix your radio.
Full 9.8.1Q-94xml version in attached.
New xml "guts" or stripped version for unlocked boots only 98.30.1. Paste & overwrite to the unzipped 9.8.1Q-94xml folder. Get the latest xml here. Mega is very fast now. Choose the ...mod7 xml from RSD lite.
That is for unlocked boots only. There is no root for 98.30.1 w/o a boot unlock. GO HERE for more locked news.
Why is a RSD restore needed? We have twrp & cwmr for custom rom users can't they just restore back to where they started, either stock or their first rom?
NO!
Our custom recoveries do not restore all the partitions. The most important one not restored is modem/radio.
Can I flash the newest radio to fix things?
Not always. The only sure way to the best call, 4g, 3g & wifi performance is, once something goes wrong, a RSD restore to the newest build.
This thread is "tough to read but worth the effort" The dramatic Smilies are used to show contrast in the 2 paths.
Not a comment on anyone's mental state. Then again if you develop empathy for my two characters it may be easier to follow the steps for you
Features for Locked users:
LOOK FOR_:crying:
*RSD restore of 98.18.78. Via the VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml (stock)
Features for Locked & Unlocked users:
LOOK FOR_:crying:
*Follow the steps & have all your apps (data) back without Titanium Backup.
*Update: added a deodexed & debloated version to flash before you restore apps/data. New version of roms: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2442384
Features for Unlocked users:
LOOK FOR_
*RSD restore of 98.18.78. [9.8.1Q-94] Via the VRZ_modv#_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml [VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-94-1_CFC.PhilzV6.LOGO.Full.xml] (modified for Unlocked users)
*Preloads CWMR Rcovery in place of stock recovery which allows you to flash UPDATE.SU from your SD to root before you boot.
*Has TWRP & CWMR Flash-able recoveries for your SD.
*Replaces bootloader warning with normal "M" logo.
*You can update to the: Avstralia Deodex Mod by ZaYAC for XT907 & take your data with you. Here is an alternate version of how to update this.
:crying:This is an easy way to do a (return stock to fix things that may have gone awry) restore to 9.8.1Q-78-1. Note: The system version shown in about phone depends on the source of your current system. 9.8.1Q-78-1 is the RSD XML source. 98.18.78 if OTA was taken.
DO NOT USE MATT'S UTIL. IF ON ...78
:crying:This is what you need if 4g or wifi is not holding-many things will break your radio. I am sure this is one of the biggest headaches passed on to vzw support by rooted users.
:crying: Obligatory warning: THIS WILL PREVENT A BOOTLOADER UNLOCK IF YOU FLASH IT TO A LOCKED PHONE. This present version of the official xml, including my mods, WILL NOT RELOCK ANY UNLOCK.
:crying:Not unlocked? Or need SafeStrap See Attachments.
Before starting backup your current rom with
CWMR or TWRP. You can swap them as needed from within the other.
OR
:crying: SafeStrap-TWRP .
:crying:All you need is RSDlite v615
If you have a mac use Parallels Desktop Win 7.
Here is a good tutorial how to get into fastboot and use Rsd:
(fxz = xml BTW)
BE SURE TO DATA WIPE FROM YOUR RECOVERY BEFORE DROPPING TO BOOTLOADER/FASTBOOT.
BE SURE TO DATA WIPE FROM YOUR RECOVERY BEFORE DROPPING TO BOOTLOADER/FASTBOOT.
There are two versions to download: (registration needed) [full 9.8.1Q-94...MODv7... see attachments]
Full version 6, 600+ MB
Md5 : 1e7c2f72d5e58ba96ee75c0f4cafc527
DL count 250+
Ready to flash w/ rsd.
OR (Option to avoid registration)
Stripped: [pasteTO...9.8.1Q-94...MODv7 see attachments] just what you need to paste into your existing 9.8.1Q-78-1.xml folder.
Stripped Update: V6
Md5 : a4da5f748314bd3e44c84db0088b9ad3
DL count 240+
To make your own full ver:
:crying:Download and unzip THE STOCK XML [...78 OR ...94]
Paste the 3 files from (Stripped update above & unzipped) the folder "paste to existing xml file"
1) logo.bin,
2) recovery.img &
3) VRZ_MODv#_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml ( overwrite each one). Now you have a full version.
:crying:Open rsd and with your phone being recognized choose the (...) to select the
VRZ_modv#_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml Goto next
:crying:VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml
file which controls the restore.
:crying:Rsd will reboot the phone & You goto to obtain root.
Installation of SafeStrap is 2 steps. Install the apk then install the recovery from the apk. Now jump to the next :crying:.
Just watch the RSD working status and hold the volume up when it boots or just hold the up key til it boots. Don't push both!
I have a big hair clip that keeps the Vol+ on!
So you should be in cwmr now, if not, press & hold all 3 keys til blackout then let off pwr then the bootloader. Scroll is vol-. Select is vol+. Select recovery.
Flash the updateSU included in both versions.
[for ...94 Philz will check for root on exit, choose re-root]
Choose yes on reboot to protect recovery each time you boot the stock rom.
Once on a custom rom -no. The Deodexed is custom.
NOTE: To get 4G, wifi and phone working properly you must boot up to add partitions/prepare/activate the system (no need for google login). Say no to everything google. Do a test call. Browse the internet. Do something that needs root!
Only then can you go to recovery and restore your previous non stock rom the normal way.
Custom rom users, beta testers & etc: Get off here.
***unsolicited brash commentary***
If you think 4.2 + roms are are where you want to be. We are nothing but beta tester. If the Dev does not give a change log/list of working features & then ASKED YOU TO TELL HIM WHAT DOES NOT WORK....
A 2nd opinion
So pick your fav & stay with it! Go Miui!
***...***
:crying:The following step may be skipped.
RESTORE STEP 1:
Here is a deodexed & debloated ver to flash when you are back in recovery after the first boot.
Mount System. Install the following rom. More on this Rom.
Much Thanks to Moparman371 for the Clean Rom.
GOTO RESTORE STEP 3 to finish this step. OR add the next step.
The following steps may be skipped.
DO: RESTORE STEP 1 and a reboot.
RESTORE STEP 2:
Now run a Newer Kernel and have your external SD card as your default storage.
Avstralia Deodex Mod by ZaYAC for XT907. You can read the Op here
From TWRP (swap recovery out- that is why I gave you both!)
Restore the Op's system & boot.
I do the rar extraction on my M w/ RootExplorer & use the move command to put it where your other BUs reside.
I tried it on my Mac & got errors. PC can give errors too. Use on phone extraction!
Flash the Op's options: english dialer fix
Flash the 1% battery fix
Perform: RESTORE STEP 3 (which doubles as your activation)
Reboot ( Update v2.6 has not messed w/ the install-recovery.sh. Older TWRP's may mess with install-recovery.sh and kill the SD swap)
If you boot from CWMR while on this Avsitralia MOD you MUST always choose any NO to protect the install-recovery.sh file now used by the OP for non-recovery purposes.
Rule of CWMR reboot recovery protection:
Protect recovery on reboot when on our official Vzw Rom: Answer YES
All other times: NO.
DO NOT try activate this system with Google login as you would a normal Rom.
It must be activated via the previous data you saved before this restore:
Vzw users: You will never be able to do a privacy > factory data reset OR a recovery data wipe on this rom. Doing so & then rebooting will bork your radio partition OR result is 3g only, but this thread is the fix if you do.
Also stock messaging in not compatible with vzw- use Handsent!
:crying:RESTORE STEP 3:
For those that just want their data back onto stock rom YOU CAN abvanced restore only the data partition you saved prior to the data wipe. Be sure to wipe cache & delvik (advanced menu) before rebooting .
But why the round about way? Why wipe the data before the Rsd flash? Because wifi can break if a flash is done with data present.
( A lot of work for what?) You just fixed your Radio Partition the only sure way- a full restore.
Other Goodies Launchers, browsers & recoveries.
CWMR SOURCE
The oudhs (buttons work swipe does not) is used in this restore. The cwmr works also. The twrp does not work on the xt907.

Updated v3.

This is an easy fix for not holding 4g or wifi.

Full ver link fixed.

Hey man, thanks for this. Quick question...is this just the stock ROM with bloat removed? Sorry if this is a dumb question...I just couldn't find details on what this ROM is.

lostpilot28 said:
Hey man, thanks for this. Quick question...is this just the stock ROM with bloat removed? Sorry if this is a dumb question...I just couldn't find details on what this ROM is.
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This is return to stock in all the vzw glory!! But it is the only way to fix wifi or 4g.

aviwdoowks said:
This is return to stock in all the vzw glory!! But it is the only way to fix wifi or 4g.
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Hahaha! Thanks for getting back to me. OK, cool...I think. So maybe you can help me understand better, so I can make an informed decision. I'm currently on 4.1.2...system version 98.15.66.xt907.en.us.
I am ROOTED with UNLOCKED Bootloader.
I attempted to take the OTA update to 98.18.78.en.us but it fails. I had some bloat frozen, so I unfroze it...the update still fails.
My question is this - is your ROM going to get me the update I'm trying to download? Sounds like it, but I want to make sure that the baseband and everything else is the same. Being that my BL is unlocked, I'm not too worried about screwing anything up (maybe I should be)...but more than anything, I just don't want to spend several hours or days trying to "fix" my phone. I realize I'll have to reinstall everything from Titanium BU, but aside from that...this is the "latest stock ROM"...right?

lostpilot28 said:
Hahaha! Thanks for getting back to me. OK, cool...I think. So maybe you can help me understand better, so I can make an informed decision. I'm currently on 4.1.2...system version 98.15.66.xt907.en.us.
I am ROOTED with UNLOCKED Bootloader.
I attempted to take the OTA update to 98.18.78.en.us but it fails. I had some bloat frozen, so I unfroze it...the update still fails.
My question is this - is your ROM going to get me the update I'm trying to download? Sounds like it, but I want to make sure that the baseband and everything else is the same. Being that my BL is unlocked, I'm not too worried about screwing anything up (maybe I should be)...but more than anything, I just don't want to spend several hours or days trying to "fix" my phone. I realize I'll have to reinstall everything from Titanium BU, but aside from that...this is the "latest stock ROM"...right?
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This is an easy sure way but you need a PC.
No PC for the ota.
Edit sorry for this false statement:
Same results as the ota.
Correction : ota saves your current system. The op's restore does not.
Until I made this I was doing Matts + ota voodoo.....9 steps.
Bootlogo fix more steps.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=44213644&postcount=5

OK, cool...sorry again for the cross post in the other forum.
So, I'm looking at the Droid Developers link with the 5 different versions of XT907 ROMs. I want the 9.8.1Q-78-1 version, right? Thanks again for your help. Sorry for the dumb questions!

lostpilot28 said:
OK, cool...sorry again for the cross post in the other forum.
So, I'm looking at the Droid Developers link with the 5 different versions of XT907 ROMs. I want the 9.8.1Q-78-1 version, right? Thanks again for your help. Sorry for the dumb questions!
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Yes 2nd one. Link is in op. 98=9.8 typo ? But same thing.
I am changing the title to be more clear.

Another question before I pull the trigger on this thing...your post says "TWRP 2.6 flashable is in there also to jump to TWRP if your BUs are TWRP." I am using TWRP, and I do have a restore file that I'd use if things don't work right. But, how would I restore my TWRP backup if your ROM is loading CWM?
Thanks again...you've been very helpful!

lostpilot28 said:
Another question before I pull the trigger on this thing...your post says "TWRP 2.6 flashable is in there also to jump to TWRP if your BUs are TWRP." I am using TWRP, and I do have a restore file that I'd use if things don't work right. But, how would I restore my TWRP backup if your ROM is loading CWM?
Thanks again...you've been very helpful!
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Flash the zip while in cwr.
Install zip/choose from ext sd/advanced/reboot recovery.
Follow op exactly.

aviwdoowks said:
Flash the zip while in cwr.
Install zip/choose from ext sd/advanced/reboot recovery.
Follow op exactly.
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OK, you're going to shoot me...LOL. BUT, the OP isn't really clear because you have multiple files listed. The one I'm currently downloading is VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip.
You also state that you have a V3 called MOD.CWMR.SU.flash.VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip .
Do I need the V3 file?
Also, regarding the steps...I have no problem following them exactly, but I don't want to brick my phone. So, to help anyone else that may do this, I'm going to post what I *think* you mean because the steps are not clear. Tell me if I got anything wrong:
1. Download RSDLite and install (right click .msi file and "install")
2. Perform a data wipe (I'm assuming this is cache, dalvik cache, and a Factory Reset?)
3. Perform a backup in Recovery
4. Download VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip
5. Connect phone via USB to computer, and run RSD. ?? Not sure of this step
5a. - Make sure you hold the Volume up button when the phone boots into recovery
6. Install the VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip from the recovery screen.
7. Choose YES on reboot to protect recovery
8. Once booted, choose NO on everything
9. Do a test call. Browse the internet. Do something that needs root.
10. Then go to recovery and restore.?? - Totally lost on this one as I thought I would've already installed the ROM in step 6. -
I think I captured everything in your original post. Sorry, but it's not very clear at all.
Thanks!

Follow op exactly.
OK, you're going to shoot me
YES
You need examine the stripped OR full files first to see what is inside!!!
...LOL. BUT, the OP isn't really clear because you have multiple files listed. The one I'm currently downloading is VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip.
OK
Unzip the above.
Unzip the stripped ver and paste into the above:
Paste the mods from the stripped ver., overwrite then choose the ...xml from rsd.
OR
You also state that you have a V3 called MOD.CWMR.SU.flash.VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip .
This is the full ver NO DL OF STOCK XML NEEDED
Has all mods inside just unzip and choose the ...xml from rsd.
Do I need the V3 file?
You only need one moded xml to flash from rsd.
V3 full or v3 stripped pasted into the unmodded xml.
Also, regarding the steps...I have no problem following them exactly, but I don't want to brick my phone. So, to help anyone else that may do this, I'm going to post what I *think* you mean because the steps are not clear. Tell me if I got anything wrong:
1. Download RSDLite and install (right click .msi file and "install")
3. Perform a backup in Recovery
2. Perform a data wipe (I'm assuming this is cache, dalvik cache, and a Factory Reset?)
4. Download VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip
Only to use as base to paste into from the stripped v3.
Use modded here NOT ORIG.
5. Connect phone via USB to computer, and run RSD. ?? Not sure of this step
PUT THE PHONE IN BOOTLOADER. ALL KEYS AT ONCE TIL BLACK THEN LET OFF PWR THEN VOL- TO SCROLL VOL+ TO SELECT. SELECT FASTBOOT THEN RSD SHOULD RECOGNIZE THE PHONE.
5a. - Make sure you hold the Volume up button when the phone boots into recovery
MAKES SURE YOU ENTER RECOVERY WHEN RSD IS DONE
5b install UPDATE.SU.zip
6. Install the VRZ_XT907_9.8.1Q-78-1_1FF.xml.zip from the recovery screen.
#6 is the rsd source file not used from recovery.
No need for a step here before reboot. I did mean that twrp could be installed as takeover for cwmr. Good on reboot recovery you will have twrp. Watch out for the wipe EXTSD BOX!
7. Choose YES on reboot to protect recovery
8. Once booted, choose NO on everything
9. Do a test call. Browse the internet. Do something that needs root.
10. Then go to recovery and restore.??
#3 ABOVE.
- Totally lost on this one as I thought I would've already installed the ROM in step
Sorry for the mess I am on my phone.

lostpilot28 said:
OK,Thanks!
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See above post.
I put my corrections in your Quote.

I learned that the update says that it failed but it really did install it. I have unlocked BL as well but took the update to receive the updated radio. After I got the same message that the update failed but once I checked the version number in the about phone it was in fact the updated radio and system version. Looks like the only thing that failed to flash was the updated bootloader
Sent from my XT907 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2

aviwdoowks said:
10. Then go to recovery and restore.??
#3 ABOVE.
- Totally lost on this one as I thought I would've already installed the ROM in step
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I think I'm getting closer...haha. Except for the comment here...why would I restore the backup that I made in step #3? That would be of my old version.
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slogar25 said:
I learned that the update says that it failed but it really did install it. I have unlocked BL as well but took the update to receive the updated radio. After I got the same message that the update failed but once I checked the version number in the about phone it was in fact the updated radio and system version. Looks like the only thing that failed to flash was the updated bootloader
Sent from my XT907 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2
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I don't think mine updated. Every time I attempt the update, it gets stuck in a bootloop, and I have to restore my backup from TWRP.
My current version in About Phone is 98.15.66 and the baseband version is SM_BP_101031.027.32.81p. Is this the radio version or is that somewhere else?
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Not to start any thread drift...but is there a way to download the 49.5 MB update and just install it from TWRP? I would prefer not to reinstall all my apps, etc...but I will if I have to. As I mentioned, the OTA update fails, so I'm wondering if I can side-load it from Recovery.

Are you trying to take the ota with twrp installed as your recovery?
Sent from my XT907 using Xparent BlueTapatalk 2

lostpilot28 said:
I think I'm getting closer...haha. Except for the comment here...why would I restore the backup that I made in step #3? That would be of my old version.
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I don't think mine updated. Every time I attempt the update, it gets stuck in a bootloop, and I have to restore my backup from TWRP.
My current version in About Phone is 98.15.66 and the baseband version is SM_BP_101031.027.32.81p. Is this the radio version or is that somewhere else?
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Not to start any thread drift...but is there a way to download the 49.5 MB update and just install it from TWRP? I would prefer not to reinstall all my apps, etc...but I will if I have to. As I mentioned, the OTA update fails, so I'm wondering if I can side-load it from Recovery.
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The #3 is the rom you were on previously.
You want to be back on it right?

Note to all.
This is not the same as the ota which assures you keep your data. It is a restore to out of the box stock condition. I will post an update on how to use recovery to restore your previous data.
Edit. Once you are back in recovery from testing and have established root you can do an advanced restore of previous data ontop of the system & boot you just came from. Just be sure to backup your just activated rom as a reference point because some stock rom data will "take" ontop of the newer system and some will not. Always wipe Dalvik and Cache before rebooting.
This is my Daily Driver http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2246081
But I could not get it to activate with 4g but by doing the same.

[Q] will i lose root while upgrading to 12.1.A.1.201 from 12.1.A.0.266?

Hi,
I'm currently running stock 4.3 (12.1.A.0.266). My phone is ROOTED, but have LOCKED BOOTLOADER. I have
My question is simple: will I lose root? Or any apps/data/sms/etc for that matter?
I just don't want to do all the stuff all over again. 12.1.A.0.266 is buggy but still is tolerable. >.>

wakoko79 said:
Hi,
I'm currently running stock 4.3 (12.1.A.0.266). My phone is ROOTED, but have LOCKED BOOTLOADER. I have
My question is simple: will I lose root? Or any apps/data/sms/etc for that matter?
I just don't want to do all the stuff all over again. 12.1.A.0.266 is buggy but still is tolerable. >.>
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Yes, you'll lose root if you update via OTA or flashing stock.
However, I think OTA does not wipe data, so you'll probably have your data. Do back them up just in case (can't remember since it's been a while since I last update via OTA ).
If you want rooted .201, install either of these roms:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2704312
(v1.1 looks and works like 201)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2658043
(v2 is a much "improved" version of the above)
I have installed the first one and loved it.
A few days ago I installed the second one and loved it even more.
Whatever you do, do a nandroid backup of your .266 (and preferably, add titanium backup of your apps and data/sms/contacts)

my mobile vibrating only after reboot!!!!!
My mobile was a rooted onewith .266 verson and i was trying to put the new rom and screwup!! ias you told i installe i downloaded the new rom v2 and super user,and dual recovery files... i ectracted from sd card all as you tol one by one ...while reboot...i saw sony logo and vibrating freequently only...not opening....!!!!!!!!!!! i tried to reset..same thing.....screwed up?!!!!!
headache59 said:
Yes, you'll lose root if you update via OTA or flashing stock.
However, I think OTA does not wipe data, so you'll probably have your data. Do back them up just in case (can't remember since it's been a while since I last update via OTA ).
If you want rooted .201, install either of these roms:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2704312
(v1.1 looks and works like 201)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2658043
(v2 is a much "improved" version of the above)
I have installed the first one and loved it.
A few days ago I installed the second one and loved it even more.
Whatever you do, do a nandroid backup of your .266 (and preferably, add titanium backup of your apps and data/sms/contacts)
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Yup - screwed up somewhere in the process but no worries.
The process is almost the same way you got your .266 root.
To get new root and recoveries:
a. Flashtool - choose .257, then follow prompt to hook in your usb cable while pressing the Vol-down button
b. Once complete, close flashtool, unplug your device and reboot device
c. Once loaded and past the minor set up, turn on usb debugging and check "unknown sources" (all under settings)
d. Assuming you have all adb drivers installed (through flashtool installation), hook up your device to the PC and install Doomlord's exploit V18 and recoveries
Install new root 201
Boot into recoveries and flash the said .201 rom+SU+recovery (all zip files) using TWRP. Make sure you wipe cache/dalvik cache/data first. After flashing the zip files, select reboot from TWRP, and let the phone run a bit as it sets itself up (android and sony) during the booting process.
Note:
Ultimate purexsp V2.1 zip is simply an update file (not the full rom) - don't flash this one yet.
Somewhere within the thread you'll find the V2 full rom <663MB in size (as seen in my ext SD card). Flash this one and ignore the other versions
Edit:
Here it is:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51733368&postcount=423

stucked on SONY cant open...!!!
Again >> i tried to flash with XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf file but same thing..after flashing when iam switching on..its stuck on the SONY.... not moving foeward.!!!!!!! give me solution...if its open i can do somthing...
one more can i flash directly with your v2?V2 full rom <663MB or i will flash first with v1 then v2? plz clerify..
headache59 said:
Yup - screwed up somewhere in the process but no worries.
The process is almost the same way you got your .266 root.
To get new root and recoveries:
a. Flashtool - choose .257, then follow prompt to hook in your usb cable while pressing the Vol-down button
b. Once complete, close flashtool, unplug your device and reboot device
c. Once loaded and past the minor set up, turn on usb debugging and check "unknown sources" (all under settings)
d. Assuming you have all adb drivers installed (through flashtool installation), hook up your device to the PC and install Doomlord's exploit V18 and recoveries
Install new root 201
Boot into recoveries and flash the said .201 rom+SU+recovery (all zip files) using TWRP. Make sure you wipe cache/dalvik cache/data first. After flashing the zip files, select reboot from TWRP, and let the phone run a bit as it sets itself up (android and sony) during the booting process.
Note:
Ultimate purexsp V2.1 zip is simply an update file (not the full rom) - don't flash this one yet.
Somewhere within the thread you'll find the V2 full rom <663MB in size (as seen in my ext SD card). Flash this one and ignore the other versions
Edit:
Here it is:http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=51733368&postcount=423
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Thanks!!! done
Finally its done..!!!!!! i dont know wht i did..finally everythings allright..!!!:victory::victory::victory::victory::victory::victory::highfive::highfive::highfive:
babugd said:
Again >> i tried to flash with XperiaSP_C530X_12.0.A.1.257_KernelOnly.ftf file but same thing..after flashing when iam switching on..its stuck on the SONY.... not moving foeward.!!!!!!! give me solution...if its open i can do somthing...
one more can i flash directly with your v2?V2 full rom <663MB or i will flash first with v1 then v2? plz clerify..
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Congratz and enjoy the new fantastic rooted rom!

[SOS] - Calling All Devs - G920T - Stuck on 6.0.1 without an unlocked bootloader

Hello guardians of the Android Phones. I ran into a major issue while updating from 5.1.1 custom ROM to 6.0.1 that I found on this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmo...20t-android-6-0-1-marshmallow-update-t3356838
Steps I took:
1) Upgraded TWRP to 3.0.2.0 (3.0.2.1 doesn't work properly on my device. it flashes the TWRP 3 logo and then goes black) ... So I ended up re-installing TWRP 2.8.7.2 and then flashed TWRP 3.0.2.0
2) Copied the ROMS of choice to the SDCARD
3) Using Odin 3.10.7 I flashed using Twisted Sixx Custom ROM (which didn't work correctly due to the bootloader not being Marshmallow 6.0.1 compatible) from my understanding of what i've read through these threads.
4) Flashed the AP using G920TUVU3EPD1_G920TTMB3EPD1_G920TUVU3EPD1_HOME.tar.md5
Now i'm 100% locked out from downgrading Stock or Custom ROMS. TWRP can no longer be installed.
Having a feeling I used a Bear Trap ROM.
What do I do? Feeling like throwing this out the window. *sigh*.
Thanks ahead of time... anything to point me in the right direction would be greatly appreciated.

I am not a dev... but I tried smartswitch, perhaps it can help you. Hopefully you didn't do factory reset.
Try that and then if it doesn't work, again, wait for the experts.

What is SmartSwitch? Do you have a URL or THREAD with information and download links?
Thanks for the tip.
britchel said:
I am not a dev... but I tried smartswitch, perhaps it can help you. Hopefully you didn't do factory reset.
Try that and then if it doesn't work, again, wait for the experts.
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I did an Odin flash of EPF1 and didn't lose the ability to flash recovery. I have not yet tried downgrading. I would take a deep breath, drink a beer or two, and go back through things step by step. At this point I would suggest using Odin to flash a complete image, perhaps of a different version, and go from there.

ninjadroids said:
What is SmartSwitch? Do you have a URL or THREAD with information and download links?
Thanks for the tip.
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http://www.samsung.com/us/smart-switch/assets/downloads/Smart_Switch-PC_setup.exe
Hey can u reboot to recovery and to download mode?
You need to be in download mode to use smart-switch
Here's another tread alike to yours....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmo...rick-wont-boot-successful-odin-flash-t3435751

Smiles on the beer or two!
Are you using the G920T also? Which image did you Odin flash with? Do you have the direct link? I do like your idea of flashing with a different 6.x image variant as opposed to downgrading.
socal87 said:
I did an Odin flash of EPF1 and didn't lose the ability to flash recovery. I have not yet tried downgrading. I would take a deep breath, drink a beer or two, and go back through things step by step. At this point I would suggest using Odin to flash a complete image, perhaps of a different version, and go from there.
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Yes I can reboot into recovery and to download mode. Thank you for the link.
britchel said:
http://www.samsung.com/us/smart-switch/assets/downloads/Smart_Switch-PC_setup.exe
Hey can u reboot to recovery and to download mode?
You need to be in download mode to use smart-switch
Here's another tread alike to yours....
http://forum.xda-developers.com/tmo...rick-wont-boot-successful-odin-flash-t3435751
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ninjadroids said:
Smiles on the beer or two!
Are you using the G920T also? Which image did you Odin flash with? Do you have the direct link? I do like your idea of flashing with a different 6.x image variant as opposed to downgrading.
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I don't unfortunately - Google is your friend. Some firmwares that come to mind are DOJ7, DOJC, and COF6.
But first: Is your bootloader locked? If you have not yet unlocked it, that may be a problem. I unlocked mine as soon as I got my phone (and yes I'm on a G920T). A locked bootloader may prevent downgrading although it should not prevent a rescue Odin of the same or newer firmware.

Yes it's locked.
Is there a way to unlock it while maintaining my current image?
All those firmware are 5.x
I'm stuck on unlocked Marshmallow 6.0.1
And according to Smart Switch. I'm one version down from latest with it prompting to upgrade.
I'm going to hold off on that for the moment...

If you flashed edp1, you are far from latest.
Lemme know if i am wrong at anything
If you can access download and recovery, that means the phone is in a bootloop when booting up..
Since you flashed the edp1 firmware, your bootloader must have been updated so now you can only use mm roms.
As for recovery, is it stock or twrp?
Also when in download modex whats your system status - stock or custom?

Well if EDP1 is far from latest, then that is great news. I can boot into my firmware. It's for sure stock as far as I can tell.
Download mode output:
RED: ODIN MODE
PRODUCT NAME: SM-G920T
CURRENT BINARY: CUSTOM
SYSTEM STATUS: CUSTOM
FAP LOCK: OFF
BLUE: Secure Download: Enabled
Knox Warranty Void: 1 (I tripped it when rooting it in 5.x)
AP SWREV: B:3 K:2 S:2
It won't let me get into TWRP after flashing it... when I try it says the following:
RED: "RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID ENFORCING"
It doesn't matter which version of TWRP I attempt to flash with.
Thanks!
danveer said:
If you flashed edp1, you are far from latest.
Lemme know if i am wrong at anything
If you can access download and recovery, that means the phone is in a bootloop when booting up..
Since you flashed the edp1 firmware, your bootloader must have been updated so now you can only use mm roms.
As for recovery, is it stock or twrp?
Also when in download modex whats your system status - stock or custom?
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Did you flashed root or anything after you tried to flash recovery via odin?
Also when you flashed edp1, phone still didnt boot?
Edp1 is about the march or april update i think
The next main update is epf1 because it restricts going back futher
Then there came a update 5 days ago.. just a security update... havent flashed that coz i am rooted..
Anyways lets concentrate on edp1
Since its a mm rom, going back to 5.1 roms means a bootloop, so ill suggest not doing that
Also after flashing the mm rom, if you flash anything over it, you wont be able to boot a system because a new dm verity check mm has introduced.. to bypass it, you either need to flash a mm root file or a kernel that can disable the check.
I was stuck at the same thing since i Flashed recovery and that failed the checks so was getting bootloops..
I was able to go in recovery and download mode but not boot up..
Since you have a custom status, it can be a reason for bootloops
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...y-official-twrp-galaxy-s6-edge-t3354508/page8

The phone boots. I just cannot get root. I guess I don't understand the terminology regarding "bootloops" or "MM" ... I attempted a APK root... which failed. And still using my previous kernel unless flashing the custom ROM overwrote that.
So I can login to the phone and connect it to USB and sideload APK files, no problem. I just cannot TWRP flash properly and enter it using the UP recovery mode. And when I tried flashing other ROMS in Download recovery mode either ODIN crashes or it gives me a NAND WRITE error.
Which root and / or kernel files would you suggest to me to flash in ODIN to break this protection that's preventing a full root on this image? Or would it be preferable in my situation to find a different ROM and resolving the ODIN crash problem to achieve a full 6.x marshmallow root?
Thanks again! Greatly appreciated Sir.
danveer said:
Did you flashed root or anything after you tried to flash recovery via odin?
Also when you flashed edp1, phone still didnt boot?
Edp1 is about the march or april update i think
The next main update is epf1 because it restricts going back futher
Then there came a update 5 days ago.. just a security update... havent flashed that coz i am rooted..
Anyways lets concentrate on edp1
Since its a mm rom, going back to 5.1 roms means a bootloop, so ill suggest not doing that
Also after flashing the mm rom, if you flash anything over it, you wont be able to boot a system because a new dm verity check mm has introduced.. to bypass it, you either need to flash a mm root file or a kernel that can disable the check.
I was stuck at the same thing since i Flashed recovery and that failed the checks so was getting bootloops..
I was able to go in recovery and download mode but not boot up..
Since you have a custom status, it can be a reason for bootloops
http://forum.xda-developers.com/gal...y-official-twrp-galaxy-s6-edge-t3354508/page8
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ninjadroids said:
The phone boots. I just cannot get root. I guess I don't understand the terminology regarding "bootloops" or "MM" ... I attempted a APK root... which failed. And still using my previous kernel unless flashing the custom ROM overwrote that.
So I can login to the phone and connect it to USB and sideload APK files, no problem. I just cannot TWRP flash properly and enter it using the UP recovery mode. And when I tried flashing other ROMS in Download recovery mode either ODIN crashes or it gives me a NAND WRITE error.
Which root and / or kernel files would you suggest to me to flash in ODIN to break this protection that's preventing a full root on this image? Or would it be preferable in my situation to find a different ROM and resolving the ODIN crash problem to achieve a full 6.x marshmallow root?
Thanks again! Greatly appreciated Sir.
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Which odin are you using?
Try 3.10.7 because using older odin on mm gives that nand write error...
That could explain a lot of things

I'm using 3.10.7 latest.
danveer said:
Which odin are you using?
Try 3.10.7 because using older odin on mm gives that nand write error...
That could explain a lot of things
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/che...rite-start-fail-odin-soluction-t2851096/page5
Try this thread..
It has solutions when nand write fails...
Also trying a different verion pf odin might work like 3.10.6 or another maybe

ninjadroids said:
Yes it's locked.
Is there a way to unlock it while maintaining my current image?
All those firmware are 5.x
I'm stuck on unlocked Marshmallow 6.0.1
And according to Smart Switch. I'm one version down from latest with it prompting to upgrade.
I'm going to hold off on that for the moment...
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EPD1 and EPF1 are 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
@ninjadroids:
Take this as you will but reading back through this thread gives me the impression that you lack the necessary know-how to customize your phone. I highly suggest you leave it stock for the time being until you know EXACTLY what you are doing.
My reasons for saying this:
-In your first post you state that "using Odin 3.10.7 I flashed using Twisted Sixx Custom ROM". To my knowledge there are NO custom ROMs designed to be flashed via Odin. They are in .zip files, to be installed via recovery ONLY.
-This is actually my mistake - the G920T bootloader does not have a lock function; flashing a custom recovery will simply trip the e-fuse and render it Knox 0x1 warranty void.
-You are not familiar with what Odin images are for the G920T, or what version they are. You should NEVER flash ANYTHING via Odin unless you are absolutely sure it is intended for your specific device.
-In the 9th post you state your bootloader is unlocked (again I apologize for the confusion) but in the 3rd line you say you're on unlocked Marshmallow. I'm going to assume you have limited knowledge of what the bootloader, the recovery, download mode, and system are.
-You mention seeing the red "RECOVERY IS NOT SE ANDROID ENFORCING". This is an error message generated by the bootloader saying the recovery is custom and did not pass the security check...but it is also completely normal. I get it every single time I go into TWRP...which works just fine.
-You do not understand what "MM" means when all of us including you are talking about Marshmallow.
-You do not understand what a "bootloop" is. For the sake of education, a bootloop is exactly what it sounds like - your device gets stuck in a loop while booting. This is generally mentioned when it is persistent - the device does not complete the boot process, coming to a stable useable Android interface. This is indicative of several possible problems; most likely you did something incorrectly, causing the boot process to halt, in which case the phone restarts itself to attempt to boot again, hence the loop.
-You do seem to understand sideloading via ADB and I'll give you credit for that. But when using the button combo (Vol Up+Home+Pwr) to boot into recovery, you WILL boot into recovery...whether that is stock recovery or TWRP. Some reboots may prevent this; if in doubt, hold Vol Down+Home+PWR until the screen shuts off; immediately go to Vol UP while still holding Home and Power.
-In the 13th post you ask about flashing kernels via Odin. Firstly: custom ROM .zips contain the kernel intended to work with that ROM. There is no need to flash anything separately. I am a little fuzzy on how root is accomplished on stock Marshmallow; it used to be we could flash SuperSu via recovery, but now there is talk about systemless...Anyway, I will reiterate what I was saying about Odin: DO NOT USE IT unless you know EXACTLY what you are doing. You have the potential to turn your phone into an expensive paperweight.
I am not trying to put you on blast or criticize you; I'm trying to help you avoid bricking your phone. There are a lot of things that could go wrong; you shouldn't be messing with something you don't understand, especially if you don't know how to fix it if something goes wrong.

For now even i am confused as to what is causing error.
Its probably that his storage is not curropt causing namd write fail..
I would recommend doing a backup. since you can turn on a phone, connect it to pc and move the important files and contacts to it.
Then download stock rom via sam mobile and do a clean install..
Ill prefer pf1 because, if memory serves right, edp1 had that notorious auto brightness bug.. If odin is not helping then try smart switch.
Boot up system, see if everything is working..it should be fresh as new.
After that follow the instructions as to flash twrp from the link i gave in one of my previous posts.. twrp should now flash...( i dont see any reason it shouldnt )
Flash root via recovery, or a custom rom you wanna flash but make sure its a 6.0.1 one ( xtre sto lite or alexis recommended )
That should root your phone too...
P.s. mm -> short for MarshMallow
Bootloop, when all you see is samsung logo which comes during boot... it wont go past that.. you never reach your lock screen or are able to unlock your phone... as mentioned in detail by -> socal
Flashing any rom overwrites kernel so if you flashed edp1, you are now on stock kernel...
P.p.s when you said sideload apk.. was it via adb shell or simply installing apk from internal memory of phone?

You answered a lot of my questions in that last post. Thank you kindly.
socal87 said:
EPD1 and EPF1 are 6.0.1 Marshmallow.
@ninjadroids:
Take this as you will but reading back through this thread gives me the impression that you lack the necessary know-how to customize your phone. I highly suggest you leave it stock for the time being until you know EXACTLY what you are doing.
My reasons for saying this:
-In your first post you state that "using Odin 3.10.7 I flashed using Twisted Sixx Custom ROM". To my knowledge there are NO custom ROMs designed to be flashed via Odin. They are in .zip files, to be installed via recovery ONLY.
-This is actually my mistake - the G920T bootloader does not have a lock function; flashing a custom recovery will simply trip the e-fuse and render it Knox 0x1 warranty void.
-You are not familiar with what Odin images are for the G920T, or what version they are. You should NEVER flash ANYTHING via Odin unless you are absolutely sure it is intended for your specific device.
-In the 9th post you state your bootloader is unlocked (again I apologize for the confusion) but in the 3rd line you say you're on unlocked Marshmallow. I'm going to assume you have limited knowledge of what the bootloader, the recovery, download mode, and system are.
-You mention seeing the red "RECOVERY IS NOT SE ANDROID ENFORCING". This is an error message generated by the bootloader saying the recovery is custom and did not pass the security check...but it is also completely normal. I get it every single time I go into TWRP...which works just fine.
-You do not understand what "MM" means when all of us including you are talking about Marshmallow.
-You do not understand what a "bootloop" is. For the sake of education, a bootloop is exactly what it sounds like - your device gets stuck in a loop while booting. This is generally mentioned when it is persistent - the device does not complete the boot process, coming to a stable useable Android interface. This is indicative of several possible problems; most likely you did something incorrectly, causing the boot process to halt, in which case the phone restarts itself to attempt to boot again, hence the loop.
-You do seem to understand sideloading via ADB and I'll give you credit for that. But when using the button combo (Vol Up+Home+Pwr) to boot into recovery, you WILL boot into recovery...whether that is stock recovery or TWRP. Some reboots may prevent this; if in doubt, hold Vol Down+Home+PWR until the screen shuts off; immediately go to Vol UP while still holding Home and Power.
-In the 13th post you ask about flashing kernels via Odin. Firstly: custom ROM .zips contain the kernel intended to work with that ROM. There is no need to flash anything separately. I am a little fuzzy on how root is accomplished on stock Marshmallow; it used to be we could flash SuperSu via recovery, but now there is talk about systemless...Anyway, I will reiterate what I was saying about Odin: DO NOT USE IT unless you know EXACTLY what you are doing. You have the potential to turn your phone into an expensive paperweight.
I am not trying to put you on blast or criticize you; I'm trying to help you avoid bricking your phone. There are a lot of things that could go wrong; you shouldn't be messing with something you don't understand, especially if you don't know how to fix it if something goes wrong.
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Wonderful. Thanks man. I will be attempting a Stock ROM Odin flash and go from there. I will update my progress. Thank you all very much for the answered questions and pointing me in the right direction. Hopefully this thread will prove useful for anyone who is attempting to deal with a G920-T and attaining root the proper way for Marshmallow 6.x
danveer said:
For now even i am confused as to what is causing error.
Its probably that his storage is not curropt causing namd write fail..
I would recommend doing a backup since you can turn on a phone
Then downloading stock rom via sam mobile and do a clean install...if odin is not helping doing that then try smart switch.
Boot up system, see if everything is working..
After that follow the instructions as to flash twrp from the link i gave in one of my previous posts.. twrp should now flash...( i dont see any reason it shouldnt )
Flash root via recovery, or a custom rom you wanna flash vut make sure its a 6.0.1 one ( xtre sto lite or alexis recommended )
That should root your phone too...
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General Flash / Rooting Question S10e (970F)

Hi guys
Hope you are well, just wanted to find out, i rooted my phone using the patching method (Magisk). Thereafter i installed TWRP (Placing TWRP / VBMETA file in one archive) Flashed it, and it worked, i was able to log into recovery, i then formatted data, rebooted and wiped Dalvik etc etc. (Note i did not install the Multidisabler (The instructions i followed did not mention anything about it) I then installed LOS with GAPPS,
I know would like to try and either install Beyond ROM, or if need be back to complete stock (CTF3) as im missing DEX.
Can i just log back into TWRP - WIPE and installed Beyond ROM? (As we used to do in the old days - jumping between ROMS) Or should reflash MAGISK TWRP process everytime? If this is the case i would want to rather move back to stock...
Can i just flash back in ODIN and all will be good? Or is there any risks? (Ie in bricking the device etc)

Have you checked out this thread?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s10/how-to/proper-to-root-s10-device-twrp-s10-10e-t4015813

StoneyJSG said:
Have you checked out this thread?
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s10/how-to/proper-to-root-s10-device-twrp-s10-10e-t4015813
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Hi there! Thank you very much, this is a fantastic guide. Exactly what i was looking for