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Hi I'm trying to flash the T-Mobile firmware from sammobile.com, but whenever I try, I get an error at 32% when it says Installing System Update. I attempted to flash CSC,AP,BL, and CP with it saying PASS in Odin. I really need the T-Mobile firmware and am wondering if it is possible to do? I determined that I cant install CSC files and get the error when I try. Any Solutions?
SM-G950U
Odin 3.12.3
T-Mobile Firmware:
PDA: G950USQU1AQD9
CSC: G950UOYN1AQD9
I'm having the same problem with an ATT phone flash with the US "U" unlocked version firmware. When I don't flash the csc it will start up only with the USB plug in but shut down after the beginning startup
Search for a "modified Odin". It was what I used to be able to flash unlocked firmware on a 7 and 7 edge a few months ago. The "normal" Odin wouldn't let me do it, but the modified one did. Though you may need to wait until it's been updated....I haven't checked it in awhile.
Still no solution to avoid the error to 32%?
Try this Odin. This is the one I used to flash the Canadian firmware on mine.
I managed with odin version 3.12.5! But only with BL AP and CP!
When I add CSC I get the error at 32%!
So a priori everything works, I no longer have the Verizon overlay (nor the logo at startup) more by cons I have duplicates in the settings menu ...
What is the CSC file?
bsharp8 said:
Try this Odin. This is the one I used to flash the Canadian firmware on mine.
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The Canadian firmware you got it or? On sammobile I find it not:
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s8/SM-G950U/
The Canadian firmware is stock or operator?
I would have access to all the bands?
Its the firmware with the "w" at the end. Please read this thread for all the information on doing this and make sure you want to do it.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473
bsharp8 said:
Its the firmware with the "w" at the end. Please read this thread for all the information on doing this and make sure you want to do it.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/rd-carrier-switch-root-snapdragon-t3597473
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so to do this we actually have to go to the canadian firmware first, do the csc change then flash the Tmo firmware? You can't just flash the Tmo Firmware via the modded Odin? Just to save confusion.
I would imagine it's worth it just to get the proper network options, VOLTE, WiFi calling and such.
How To Flash To T-Mobile
dbpaddler said:
so to do this we actually have to go to the canadian firmware first, do the csc change then flash the Tmo firmware? You can't just flash the Tmo Firmware via the modded Odin? Just to save confusion.
I would imagine it's worth it just to get the proper network options, VOLTE, WiFi calling and such.
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This is the exact thread that I used. Follow the steps and you can skip engboot. If you flash the full Canadian firmware, its impossible to reverse. So, only flash whatever is in the steps. I successfully went from Verizon To T-Mobile and then back to Verizon. https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/switch-to-carrier-firmware-100-t3609487
This tread also helps, who wants to flash their phones: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/snap-guide-flashing-standard-fw-carrier-t3625817
For those who don't know, G960U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the Galaxy S9. The G960U1 is the model number of the same device, but sold by Samsung SIM unlocked and with no carrier bloatware. Firmware is 100% interchangeable among these models: any U or U1 firmware version can be flashed to any U or U1 device at any time, assuming that you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader. A "U to U" or "U1 to U1" flash does not require a factory reset, but changing from one firmware to the other will require one. Also, U firmware is identical for the 4 base files (AP, BL, CP, CSC) for each individual build, no matter which carrier it comes from. So if you download 2 different carrier versions of the exact same build, the 4 base files will be identical. Where the firmware differs is in the USERDATA file - that's where the carrier bloatware and customizations reside.
Manual Odin flashing is designed for those who:
- want to manually update to a newer version of U firmware on their U device, either because they don't want to wait for their carrier's OTA or because OTAs aren't working on their device, or a different carrier got a new feature/patch before they did
- want to flash U1 firmware to their U device
- want to convert from U1 firmware to carrier U firmware
- want to convert from one carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware) to a different carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware)
For those who aren't already aware, anyone can now download firmware for almost any Samsung device any time that they want, via SamFirm or Frija. There are threads and info about them here on XDA so I won't waste time explaining - do a search if you're not already familiar with these tools. But they only provide whatever the latest/newest/current version is - nothing older. I pay for a subscription to a site that gets the official releases (usually) before they hit SamFirm/Frija, so that's where my files come from. However, I don't have unlimited bandwidth on the site, and it's also quite time consuming to download the files, zip them up, and upload them to AFH. And, I do threads like this for every single Sx and Note x model - so I won't be uploading every single version. The only full builds that I upload are ones where I get access to a new bootloader and/or Android version early, before they hit SamFirm/Frija.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" -type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step flashing instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware (or haven't done it in a long time), I recommend you consult one of those "beginner's" guides- there are tons of them here on XDA.
Odin 3.13.1 3B Patched is required for flashing these.
Happy flashing!
U firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=257018
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=257047
Notes:
- DON'T QUOTE THE OP WHEN YOU REPLY, kthx
- I have lots of threads just like this one for other Samsung flagships, if it interests you. For those who have already made use of my previous threads for a different device and are upgrading to an S9+, welcome back
- My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc
- My naming method for folders on AFH is: build - bootloader - Android version
So "SAT - 1 - 9.0" means the full build number ends in SAT, it's bootloader version 1, and it's Android 9.0. When bootloader and Android versions increment, the first build to have those changes will have its folder notated appropriately.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other CSC will wipe data. Flashing USERDATA will also wipe data.
- Since AT&T doesn't allow their firmware to be publicly available (for any of their devices), I'll try to always upload at least one USERDATA per bootloader increment for AT&T and Cricket. I'll also upload any full builds if AT&T is the only carrier to get that specific build, because you won't be able to find the files anywhere else.
- For identifying USERDATAS, and to know what region/CSC to use in SamFirm/Frija:
AIO = Cricket (not available via SamFirm/Frija)
ATT = AT&T (not available via SamFirm/Frija)
BST = Boost Mobile
CCT = Xfinity Mobile (Comcast)
CHA = Spectrum Mobile (Charter)
SPR = Sprint
TMB = T-Mobile
TMK = Metro PCS
USC = US Cellular
VZW = Verizon (available via SamFirm/Frija, but Manual Entry is required - Auto will not work)
XAA = U1 firmware
- the correct procedure for switching from one carrier's firmware to another is:
1. Flash full U1 firmware package including non HOME CSC
2. Upon boot, insert a SIM of the carrier whose firmware you want
3. Watch for the popup that says "reboot to apply new carrier settings" etc, and do it
4. After that restart completes, reboot back to Download mode and flash the full U firmware package, with the USERDATA file of the carrier whose firmware you want
want
Is this unlocked or a carrier?
Cozmo85 said:
Is this unlocked or a carrier?
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I don't understand what you're asking
iBowToAndroid said:
I don't understand what you're asking
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The firmware posted. Is it carrier specific, like AT&T version or Verizon version.
Anyone else try Odin on the S9? It just crashes for me but never had any issues on the S8. 3.2.13
Faulting application name: Odin3.exe, version: 2016.1.21.1, time stamp: 0x56a0c21a
Faulting module name: Odin3.exe, version: 2016.1.21.1, time stamp: 0x56a0c21a
Exception code: 0xc0000094
Fault offset: 0x0002ebd4
Faulting process id: 0x38b4
Faulting application start time: 0x01d3bc0249b0ff88
Faulting application path: C:\Users\Paul\Downloads\Odin3_v3.12.3\Odin3.exe
Faulting module path: C:\Users\User\Downloads\Odin3_v3.12.3\Odin3.exe
Report Id: b49e6a33-3057-4066-81c2-08dd29e7f55f
Faulting package full name:
Faulting package-relative application ID:
Never mind, grabbed the latest Odin.
Cozmo85 said:
The firmware posted. Is it carrier specific, like AT&T version or Verizon version.
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Starting with the S8, firmware is universal. Bloatware and carrier customization is determined by the USERDATA file that you flash
GrandMstrBud said:
Anyone else try Odin on the S9? It just crashes for me but never had any issues on the S8. 3.2.13
Edit: Never mind, grabbed the latest Odin.
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So these files do flash fine with latest Odin?
iBowToAndroid said:
Starting with the S8, firmware is universal. Bloatware and carrier customization is determined by the USERDATA file that you flash
So these files do flash fine with latest Odin?
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So all I need to do is flash the userdata file in Odin?
GrandMstrBud said:
So all I need to do is flash the userdata file in Odin?
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I don't know if you can *only* flash USERDATA by itself. I suppose if the Build is the same, you can try.
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I don't know if you can *only* flash USERDATA by itself. I suppose if the Build is the same, you can try.
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I tried with the entire build with the userdata and it's still the stock firmware with no sprint customization's.
GrandMstrBud said:
I tried with the entire build with the userdata and it's still the stock firmware with no sprint customization's.
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Which carrier is yours from and/or where did you get it?
iBowToAndroid said:
Which carrier is yours from and/or where did you get it?
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I'm on sprint and I used the Samfirm app to download the sprint firmware. Model SM-G960U and Region SPR.
I found some other sites with more files but not sure which would be proper ones to use nor do I have a way to get them as seem to require payments or premium download services.
They seem to be much larger in size so probably the full files we'd want?
http://samsung-updates.com/details/122078//SM-G960U1/SPR/G960U1UEU1ARBG.html - This one seems to indicate the unlocked model (U1) number but yet is SPR firmware somehow??
http://samsung-updates.com/details/121907/Galaxy_S9_SM-G960U/SM-G960U/SPR/G960USQU1ARB7.html - this one seems like it maybe the actual sprint one for the sprint model?
https://firmware.gem-flash.com/index.php?a=browse&b=category&id=14757 - This site seems to have other files with different names too. Maybe this is one without the security patch, IE the very first FW?
I like others purchased unlocked but want to load the bloat version to gain the extra features but want it to be able to auto update and be just like the branded ones.
On my old S7E people just had simple instructions with a single file or two to flip between unlocked and locked. This file the OP posted seems too small...
GrandMstrBud said:
I'm on sprint and I used the Samfirm app to download the sprint firmware. Model SM-G960U and Region SPR.
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If you're on Sprint, then you should already have Sprint customizations
bryanu said:
This file the OP posted seems too small...
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Ever heard of compression? I promise you, all the files you need are right there
I bought the unlocked one not the sprint version
GrandMstrBud said:
I bought the unlocked one not the sprint version
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There's no guarantee you can convert. I convert from U to U1 every day for my customers. I don't think I've ever gone the other way though.
But if it's possible, you'd need to flash the full firmware with wipe CSC and SPR userdata, and then afterwards insert a Sprint SIM until you get the prompt to reboot to apply the CSC features
I’ve done it on the S8 I had the S8U and flashed to the sprint version and it worked just fine. Not sure what I’m doing wrong do I need he U1 firmware? It’s been a long time so I can’t remember
GrandMstrBud said:
I’ve done it on the S8 I had the S8U and flashed to the sprint version and it worked just fine. Not sure what I’m doing wrong do I need he U1 firmware? It’s been a long time so I can’t remember
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No, U1 *is* what you purchased, if you got the unlocked model. Did you do everything I said, including inserting a Sprint SIM and watching for the reboot prompt?
Yes I flashed all 5 files and left the sprint SIM in there. The boot loader didn’t change to the sprint logo either like it did on the S8. Maybe the files from the samfirm app are not for sprint I don’t know but for region I put in SPR just like I did with the S8 or maybe I got them from uodato I can’t remember honestly
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SamFirm v0.3.6.0
Checking firmware for SM-G960U1/SPR/G960U1UEU1ARBG/G960U1OYM1ARBG/G960U1UEU1ARBG/G960U1UEU1ARBG
Model: SM-G960U1
Version: G960U1UEU1ARBG/G960U1OYM1ARBG/G960U1UEU1ARBG/G960U1UEU1ARBG
OS: Oreo(Android 8.0.0)
Filename: SM-G960U1_1_20180228143240_rjycp5j0hq_fac.zip.enc4
Size: 3701765232 bytes
LogicValue: 1d0ttjz7md60l2p1
Checking firmware for SM-G960U/SPR/G960USQU1ARBG/G960UOYN1ARBG/G960USQU1ARBG/G960USQU1ARBG
Error: Could not send BinaryInform. Status code 200/400
Request was invalid. Are you sure the input data is correct?
Checking firmware for SM-G960U/SPR/G960USQU1ARB7/G960UOYN1ARB7/G960USQU1ARB7/G960USQU1ARB7
Model: SM-G960U
Version: G960USQU1ARB7/G960UOYN1ARB7/G960USQU1ARB7/G960USQU1ARB7
OS: Oreo(Android 8.0.0)
Filename: SM-G960U_1_20180212190313_ut86u59ymj_fac.zip.enc4
Size: 4130493888 bytes
LogicValue: d9mn8e5rcebun1km
GrandMstrBud said:
Yes I flashed all 5 files and left the sprint SIM in there. The boot loader didn’t change to the sprint logo either like it did on the S8. Maybe the files from the samfirm app are not for sprint I don’t know but for region I put in SPR just like I did with the S8 or maybe I got them from uodato I can’t remember honestly
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As long as you flashed USERDATA_SPR, that's what contains the carrier customizations. If that alone didn't do it, and if you didn't get the reboot prompt afterwards, then it might not be possible
I think the problem are these files are wrong/not the full conversion.
In my post with the links I put above I found the following.
http://samsung-updates.com/details/122078//SM-G960U1/SPR/G960U1UEU1ARBG.html - This one has U1 in name but states SPR, this seems to match these exactly.
Problem with this is that means it is U1 firmware with SPR user data. This means your bootup logo would NOT change to sprint because it's not the full sprint package which means other FW tweaks carrier specific would not be included, only userdata which would require a factory reset to possibly see by itself.
The one the OP found seems to be just the normal U1 firmwares with the data part different only, thus your boot logo etc. would not change because it's the same one and not actually the sprint one.
We actually would need this one:
http://samsung-updates.com/details/121907/Galaxy_S9_SM-G960U/SM-G960U/SPR/G960USQU1ARB7.html
Oddly they both say Feb security patch yet are different FW version, BUT the model in this one is NOT the U1.
I could be wrong but I think this is the issue but no way to confirm since I can't get these other files...
Hello, I recently bought the note 8 but I am not receiving any OTA updates on it. Here's the software info on it.
Android version: 8.0
Service provider SW: XAA/XAA/TMB
Baseband version: N950USQS5CRK2
My current location is Pakistan and maybe that's why I am not receiving an OTA. However, I don't know which firmware should I flash to keep the phone unlocked on my current carrier and upgrade to pie. Any help or guidance in the right direction would be really appreciated.
Thanks
Um3r32 said:
Hello, I recently bought the note 8 but I am not receiving any OTA updates on it. Here's the software info on it.
Android version: 8.0
Service provider SW: XAA/XAA/TMB
Baseband version: N950USQS5CRK2
My current location is Pakistan and maybe that's why I am not receiving an OTA. However, I don't know which firmware should I flash to keep the phone unlocked on my current carrier and upgrade to pie. Any help or guidance in the right direction would be really appreciated.
Thanks
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You need to flash the unlocked N950U1 firmware version on the phone that way you might be able to receive the updates from Samsung directly.. If you stay on the N950U firmware version (it's T-Mobile that you have) you'll have to do the updates yourself from now on since updates on N950U only come from the carrier's in the USA.. Follow @BlueFox721 directions on this link and you'll be able to flash the real unlocked firmware..
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...m-n950u-u1-t3685884/post74087340#post74087340
MrMike2182 said:
You need to flash the unlocked N950U1 firmware version on the phone that way you might be able to receive the updates from Samsung directly.. If you stay on the N950U firmware version (it's T-Mobile that you have) you'll have to do the updates yourself from now on since updates on N950U only come from the carrier's in the USA.. Follow @BlueFox721 directions on this link and you'll be able to flash the real unlocked firmware..
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...m-n950u-u1-t3685884/post74087340#post74087340
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Will this affect any unlocking previously done on the phone? and which version of Odin should I use? it has listed 2 versions a simple and a modded one. And kindly guide me which firmware should I download, there are carrier specific ones and there is one called the unlocked XAA
Um3r32 said:
Will this affect any unlocking previously done on the phone? and which version of Odin should I use? it has listed 2 versions a simple and a modded one. And kindly guide me which firmware should I download, there are carrier specific ones and there is one called the unlocked XAA
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I have no idea whether it will have any effect on the phone being previously unlocked and I don't think it would since it's unlocked firmware meaning unlocked from carriers already but you never know it could relock for all I know and then you'll just have to unlock it once again.. The directions should tell you which Odin to use and it's the modded version and the XAA is the unlocked version of firmware without the carrier specific crap loaded all over it.. I would ask around about the unlock first though since I didn't have to worry about that I don't know the answer to it..
Um3r32 said:
Hello, I recently bought the note 8 but I am not receiving any OTA updates on it. Here's the software info on it.
Android version: 8.0
Service provider SW: XAA/XAA/TMB
Baseband version: N950USQS5CRK2
My current location is Pakistan and maybe that's why I am not receiving an OTA. However, I don't know which firmware should I flash to keep the phone unlocked on my current carrier and upgrade to pie. Any help or guidance in the right direction would be really appreciated.
Thanks
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#Um3r32
I am also from pakistan and i have also not recieved OTA update....so i manually updated...
My note 8 is Sprint carrier unlocked SM-N950U...
All phone imported to pakistan from America are carrier unlocked...so thats why pakistan sim networks work on them...
My Previous version was N950UES5DSF5...so saying my bootloader version was 5 with android pie...method is same for Sprint , T mobile , At and T , verizon and other carriers...
What i did is downloaded From Samfirm Pc Software that is free available on forumxda...
So I downloaded Latest firmware that is unlocked XAA with name* ""N950U1UES6DSG2 """ from samfirm pc exe software....
On Samfirm I entered Model number.* ""SM-N950U1""" and Carrier region to ""XAA""..
check auto and select download...
Then Extract the downloaded Firmware ZIP on PC...it consists of 5 files...
Then download Prince cosmy mod ODIN v3.13.1 B patch D from forumxda....
Backup your data via Smart Switch samsung pc app on computer...
Remove google account from your phone...
Then reboot phone to download mode...
Open modified ODIN and connect phone via usb cable to computer...if properly connected* then odin will say added on comment section...
Put the Extracted Firmware files with proper names on ODIN slots....use Ap in Ap slot..BL in BL slot...CSC in CSC slot...CP in CP slot...Dont use HOME CSC...
Go to ODIN options and select auto reboot and reset time...remain other options unselected...
Select start...
Wait for completion....
Your will will auto restart and Factory reset...all of your internal storage data will be lost...Memory card not erased...
Thats it...
If you have any questions then ask me
Sent from my [device_name] using XDA-Developers Legacy app
Zalim Shayar said:
#Um3r32
I am also from pakistan and i have also not recieved OTA update....so i manually updated...
My note 8 is Sprint carrier unlocked SM-N950U...
All phone imported to pakistan from America are carrier unlocked...so thats why pakistan sim networks work on them...
My Previous version was N950UES5DSF5...so saying my bootloader version was 5 with android pie...method is same for Sprint , T mobile , At and T , verizon and other carriers...
What i did is downloaded From Samfirm Pc Software that is free available on forumxda...
So I downloaded Latest firmware that is unlocked XAA with name* ""N950U1UES6DSG2 """ from samfirm pc exe software....
On Samfirm I entered Model number.* ""SM-N950U1""" and Carrier region to ""XAA""..
check auto and select download...
Then Extract the downloaded Firmware ZIP on PC...it consists of 5 files...
Then download Prince cosmy mod ODIN v3.13.1 B patch D from forumxda....
Backup your data via Smart Switch samsung pc app on computer...
Remove google account from your phone...
Then reboot phone to download mode...
Open modified ODIN and connect phone via usb cable to computer...if properly connected* then odin will say added on comment section...
Put the Extracted Firmware files with proper names on ODIN slots....use Ap in Ap slot..BL in BL slot...CSC in CSC slot...CP in CP slot...Dont use HOME CSC...
Go to ODIN options and select auto reboot and reset time...remain other options unselected...
Select start...
Wait for completion....
Your will will auto restart and Factory reset...all of your internal storage data will be lost...Memory card not erased...
Thats it...
If you have any questions then ask me
Sent from my [device_name] using XDA-Developers Legacy app
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Hey, thanks for the detailed guide, can you link me to the samfirmware.exe? I couldn't find it so I had to download the firmware from their own website which has an annoyingly slow download speed
Zalim Shayar said:
#Um3r32
I am also from pakistan and i have also not recieved OTA update....so i manually updated...
My note 8 is Sprint carrier unlocked SM-N950U...
All phone imported to pakistan from America are carrier unlocked...so thats why pakistan sim networks work on them...
My Previous version was N950UES5DSF5...so saying my bootloader version was 5 with android pie...method is same for Sprint , T mobile , At and T , verizon and other carriers...
What i did is downloaded From Samfirm Pc Software that is free available on forumxda...
So I downloaded Latest firmware that is unlocked XAA with name* ""N950U1UES6DSG2 """ from samfirm pc exe software....
On Samfirm I entered Model number.* ""SM-N950U1""" and Carrier region to ""XAA""..
check auto and select download...
Then Extract the downloaded Firmware ZIP on PC...it consists of 5 files...
Then download Prince cosmy mod ODIN v3.13.1 B patch D from forumxda....
Backup your data via Smart Switch samsung pc app on computer...
Remove google account from your phone...
Then reboot phone to download mode...
Open modified ODIN and connect phone via usb cable to computer...if properly connected* then odin will say added on comment section...
Put the Extracted Firmware files with proper names on ODIN slots....use Ap in Ap slot..BL in BL slot...CSC in CSC slot...CP in CP slot...Dont use HOME CSC...
Go to ODIN options and select auto reboot and reset time...remain other options unselected...
Select start...
Wait for completion....
Your will will auto restart and Factory reset...all of your internal storage data will be lost...Memory card not erased...
Thats it...
If you have any questions then ask me
Sent from my [device_name] using XDA-Developers Legacy app
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Hey, I just searched for samfirm.exe, seems like it is deprecated. However, I saw it was getting the firmwares from samdb.org so I went there and searched for the firmware. Turns out, they have the same slow speed download for free users so I'm stuck here. Do you have the firmware in your PC? Can you upload it on GDrive maybe and send me the link? any help would be really appreciated. I usually get 1.5Mbps download speed but these downloads go only as far as 400kbps :#
Um3r32 said:
Hey, I just searched for samfirm.exe, seems like it is deprecated. However, I saw it was getting the firmwares from samdb.org so I went there and searched for the firmware. Turns out, they have the same slow speed download for free users so I'm stuck here. Do you have the firmware in your PC? Can you upload it on GDrive maybe and send me the link? any help would be really appreciated. I usually get 1.5Mbps download speed but these downloads go only as far as 400kbps :#
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Did you upgrade your phone, if yes then can you help me with it. Do leave a reply here or message me please. I want to upgrade my Note 8.
Shazil323 said:
Did you upgrade your phone, if yes then can you help me with it. Do leave a reply here or message me please. I want to upgrade my Note 8.
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You can use this great thread which will tell you how to update your phone - (N950f/ds)
[DVG5] OFFICIAL STOCK FW-update (Odin) thread (13 Aug 2022) GALAXY Note8 SM-N950F/DS
This post was originally made by @henklbr and the OP was handed over to @StevePritchard in November 2019. In this thread, You can share the Mega-Links of new firmware's (OFFICIAL STOCK) for the Galaxy Note8 (so: NO CUSTOM ROM's and/or...
forum.xda-developers.com
For those who aren't already aware, G991U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the S21. The G991U1 is the model number of the same device, but sold by Samsung SIM unlocked and with no carrier bloatware. Firmware is 100% interchangeable among these models: any U or U1 firmware version can be flashed to any U or U1 device at any time, assuming that you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader. A "U to U" or "U1 to U1" flash does not require a factory reset, but changing from one firmware to the other will require one. Also, U firmware is identical for the 4 base files (AP, BL, CP, CSC) for each individual build, no matter which carrier it comes from. So if you download 2 different carrier versions of the exact same build, the 4 base files will be identical. Where the firmware differs is in the USERDATA file - that's where the carrier bloatware and customizations reside.
Manual Odin flashing is designed for those who:
- want to manually update to a newer version of U firmware on their U device, either because they don't want to wait for their carrier's OTA or because OTAs aren't working on their device, or a different carrier got a new feature/patch before they did
- want to flash U1 firmware to their U device
- want to convert from U1 firmware to carrier U firmware
- want to convert from one carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware) to a different carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware)
For those who aren't already aware, anyone can now download firmware for almost any Samsung device any time that they want, via the various firmware download tools posted here on XDA like SamFirm or Frija. There are threads and info about them here on XDA so I won't waste time explaining - do a search if you're not already familiar with these tools. But they only provide whatever the latest/newest/current version is - nothing older. I pay for a subscription to a site that gets the official releases (usually) before they hit the firmware download tools, so that's where my files come from.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" -type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step flashing instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware (or haven't done it in a long time), I recommend you consult one of those "beginner's" guides- there are tons of them here on XDA.
Happy flashing!
U firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=322084
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=322085
Notes:
- DON'T QUOTE THE OP WHEN YOU REPLY, kthx
- I have lots of threads just like this one for other Samsung flagships, if it interests you. For those who have already made use of my previous threads for a different device and are upgrading to an S21, welcome back
- My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc
- it's quite time consuming to download the files, zip them up, and upload them to AFH. And, I do threads like this for every single Sx and Note x model - so I won't be uploading every single version. The only full builds that I upload are ones where I get access to a new bootloader and/or Android version early, before they hit the firmware download tools.
- My naming method for folders on AFH is: build - bootloader - Android version
So "SAT - 1 - 9.0" means the full build number ends in SAT, it's bootloader version 1, and it's Android 9.0. When bootloader and Android versions increment, the first build to have those changes will have its folder notated appropriately.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other CSC will wipe data. Flashing USERDATA will also wipe data.
- Since AT&T doesn't allow their firmware to be publicly available (for any of their devices), I'll try to always upload at least one USERDATA per bootloader increment for AT&T (and Cricket, if they get this model). I'll also upload any full builds if AT&T is the only carrier to get that specific build, because you won't be able to find the files anywhere else.
- For identifying USERDATAS, and to know what region/CSC to use in the firmware download tools if you're downloading yourself:
AIO = Cricket (not available via firmware download tools)
ATT = AT&T (not available via firmware download tools)
BST = Boost Mobile
CCT = Xfinity Mobile (Comcast)
CHA = Spectrum Mobile (Charter)
SPR = Sprint
TMB = T-Mobile
TMK = Metro PCS
USC = US Cellular
VZW = Verizon (available via firmware download tools, but Manual Entry is required - Auto will not work)
XAA = U1 firmware
- the correct procedure for switching from one carrier's firmware to another is:
1. Flash full U1 firmware package including non HOME CSC
2. Upon boot, insert a SIM of the carrier whose firmware you want
3. Watch for the popup that says "reboot to apply new carrier settings" etc, and do it
4. After that restart completes, reboot back to Download mode and flash the full U firmware package, with the USERDATA file of the carrier whose firmware you want
Initial U firmware and AT&T USERDATA are posted, along with U1 firmware. U firmware is not yet accessible in the firmware download tools like SamFirm and Frija, but if anyone wants a different carrier's USERDATA (for flashing bloatware to a U1 device or for converting a U device from one carrier's bloatware to a different one), let me know and I'll get it for you
Thanks for the firmware links!
Odin blocks flashing from U to U1 or U1 to U. To successfully flash: Use the patched/modded odin found here.
Patched Odin 3.13.1
For those looking for a modified, modded, or patched odin that is a newer build than all the fake and renamed prince comsy 3.12.3 versions floating around. I patch recent Odin versions to offer similar functionality to the princecomsy; in that...
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Anyone from T-Mobile move to u1? If so better or worse. Not sure if I should make the move. Thanks
Is the Verizon userdata available? I have an ATT version and I want to switch to Verizon.
Thanks.
N0v1c3 said:
Is the Verizon userdata available? I have an ATT version and I want to switch to Verizon.
Thanks.
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U firmware is available via the various firmware download tools like SamFirm and Frija
Hey guys, I'm curious if anybody could help me fix an issue I'm having with flashing. I'm trying to flash from the U variant to the U1 but it seems to be csc locked to TMB. I've tried multiple firmwares, pulling the sim out before flashing and even flashing back and forth from U to U1 I can't seem to get the carrier update pop-up at all. I'm kinda at a loss and would appreciate any help you guys could give me
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Hey guys, I'm curious if anybody could help me fix an issue I'm having with flashing. I'm trying to flash from the U variant to the U1 but it seems to be csc locked to TMB. I've tried multiple firmwares, pulling the sim out before flashing and even flashing back and forth from U to U1 I can't seem to get the carrier update pop-up at all. I'm kinda at a loss and would appreciate any help you guys could give me
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Are you saying the service provider codes stay as TMB/TMB/TMB, even after you flash U1?
Yes the csc is locked to TMB for some reason. I did the full csc non home flash several times with no luck
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Yes the csc is locked to TMB for some reason. I did the full csc non home flash several times with no luck
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S21 Ultra users are reporting the same thing. Not sure what's going on with T-Mo this time
Yes I saw the thread. Do you think a repartition could possibly work? It's much more in depth but it would be a completely clean install
braxf said:
Yes I saw the thread. Do you think a repartition could possibly work? It's much more in depth but it would be a completely clean install
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If you know how to repartition it, go for it
I don't, I read that you need a pit code. How would you go about getting that?
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I don't, I read that you need a pit code. How would you go about getting that?
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If you mean a PIT file, that's already included in the CSC file. So that is flashed, if you flash that file
So it's relatively the same concept but you use the csc file in the pit section?
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So it's relatively the same concept but you use the csc file in the pit section?
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Huh? No. The only thing that can go in the pit section is the pit file
Oh I misunderstood, you're saying when you flash the csc it automatically flashes that pit file?
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Oh I misunderstood, you're saying when you flash the csc it automatically flashes that pit file?
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Yep
Update: I'm completely lost. I downloaded the Canadian firmware which gave me the xac csc then I flashed back to U1 which also updated to Xaa. But I still showed only t-mobile n41 and 71 bands so I flashed back to U with Verizon bloatware and now I have a Verizon U firmware with xaa csc and still only showing t-mobile bands
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Update: I'm completely lost. I downloaded the Canadian firmware which gave me the xac csc then I flashed back to U1 which also updated to Xaa. But I still showed only t-mobile n41 and 71 bands so I flashed back to U with Verizon bloatware and now I have a Verizon U firmware with xaa csc and still only showing t-mobile bands
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I don't guarantee that any particular bands will work on any particular firmware. Also, carriers don't use every single band in every single area
For those who aren't already aware, G998U is the model number of all of the US carrier versions of the S21 Ultra. The G998U1 is the model number of the same device, but sold by Samsung SIM unlocked and with no carrier bloatware. Firmware is 100% interchangeable among these models: any U or U1 firmware version can be flashed to any U or U1 device at any time, assuming that you're not trying to downgrade the bootloader. A "U to U" or "U1 to U1" flash does not require a factory reset, but changing from one firmware to the other will require one. Also, U firmware is identical for the 4 base files (AP, BL, CP, CSC) for each individual build, no matter which carrier it comes from. So if you download 2 different carrier versions of the exact same build, the 4 base files will be identical. Where the firmware differs is in the USERDATA file - that's where the carrier bloatware and customizations reside.
Manual Odin flashing is designed for those who:
- want to manually update to a newer version of U firmware on their U device, either because they don't want to wait for their carrier's OTA or because OTAs aren't working on their device, or a different carrier got a new feature/patch before they did
- want to flash U1 firmware to their U device
- want to convert from U1 firmware to carrier U firmware
- want to convert from one carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware) to a different carrier's U firmware (with all apps and bloatware)
For those who aren't already aware, anyone can now download firmware for almost any Samsung device any time that they want, via the various firmware download tools posted here on XDA like SamFirm or Frija. There are threads and info about them here on XDA so I won't waste time explaining - do a search if you're not already familiar with these tools. But they only provide whatever the latest/newest/current version is - nothing older. I pay for a subscription to a site that gets the official releases (usually) before they hit the firmware download tools, so that's where my files come from.
This is not a "beginner's guide to Odin flashing" -type post/thread, so I won't list basic, step-by-step flashing instructions. My threads are geared towards those who already know what they're doing. If you're new to manually flashing Samsung firmware (or haven't done it in a long time), I recommend you consult one of those "beginner's" guides- there are tons of them here on XDA.
Happy flashing!
U firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=322089
U1 firmware: https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=322090
Notes:
- DON'T QUOTE THE OP WHEN YOU REPLY, kthx
- I have lots of threads just like this one for other Samsung flagships, if it interests you. For those who have already made use of my previous threads for a different device and are upgrading to an S21, welcome back
- My zips are compressed extra small for space and bandwidth savings. The default Windows extractor can't handle it, so you'll need a 3rd party tool like 7zip, WinRAR, etc
- it's quite time consuming to download the files, zip them up, and upload them to AFH. And, I do threads like this for every single Sx and Note x model, so I won't be uploading every single version. The only full builds that I upload are ones where I get access to a new bootloader and/or Android version early, before they hit the firmware download tools.
- My naming method for folders on AFH is: build - bootloader - Android version
So "SAT - 1 - 9.0" means the full build number ends in SAT, it's bootloader version 1, and it's Android 9.0. When bootloader and Android versions increment, the first build to have those changes will have its folder notated appropriately.
- HOME CSC file keeps data intact; using the other CSC will wipe data. Flashing USERDATA will also wipe data.
- Since AT&T doesn't allow their firmware to be publicly available (for any of their devices), I'll try to always upload at least one USERDATA per bootloader increment for AT&T (and Cricket, if they get this model). I'll also upload any full builds if AT&T is the only carrier to get that specific build, because you won't be able to find the files anywhere else.
- For identifying USERDATAS, and to know what region/CSC to use in the firmware download tools if you're downloading yourself:
AIO = Cricket (not available via firmware download tools)
ATT = AT&T (not available via firmware download tools)
BST = Boost Mobile
CCT = Xfinity Mobile (Comcast)
CHA = Spectrum Mobile (Charter)
DSH = Dish Network
SPR = Sprint
TMB = T-Mobile
TMK = Metro PCS
USC = US Cellular
VZW = Verizon (available via firmware download tools, but Manual Entry is required - Auto will not work)
XAA = U1 firmware
- the correct procedure for switching from one carrier's firmware to another carrier's firmware is:
1. Flash full U1 firmware package including non HOME CSC
2. Upon boot, insert a SIM of the carrier whose firmware you want
3. Watch for the popup that says "reboot to apply new carrier settings" etc, and do it
4. After that restart completes, reboot back to Download mode and flash the full U firmware package, with the USERDATA file of the carrier whose firmware you want
Flashing the U1 right away when my Devices arrives
Polishow said:
Flashing the U1 right away when my Devices arrives
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That's why I post it
That, and so that anyone interested can dig through the firmware for anything interesting.
I'm uploading in order of model number, so Ultra is last unfortunately - and my upload speed is only 10 Mbps. Should be up in the next few hours though
Initial U firmware and AT&T USERDATA are posted, along with U1 firmware. U firmware is not yet accessible in the firmware download tools like SamFirm and Frija, but if anyone wants a different carrier's USERDATA (for flashing bloatware to a U1 device or for converting a U device from one carrier's bloatware to a different one), let me know and I'll get it for you
Are anyone know if Is the version SM-998U or SM-998U1 have or not dual SIM?
Thanks for doing this ! My phone arrives Wed and of course I wanna flash the U Home CSC to my unlocked U1 device so I can get the AT&T calling features. Are the ones you've uploaded the latest firmwares?
And thanks again for always taking time to do this!!!
Sorry for the possible silly question, but I am coming back to the Galaxy after 4 years on the Pixel and haven't been flashing for a while.
I am getting an Ultra from T-Mobile. If I flash the U1 (to remove the bloat) and then follow the instructions above, it says it will put the carrier files on there. Will that just put the bloat back on? I guess I was wondering if it would make it "stock" going forward. I just wanted to figure that out before I set the phone up since it requires a factory reset. Thanks!
crowax said:
Sorry for the possible silly question, but I am coming back to the Galaxy after 4 years on the Pixel and haven't been flashing for a while.
I am getting an Ultra from T-Mobile. If I flash the U1 (to remove the bloat) and then follow the instructions above, it says it will put the carrier files on there. Will that just put the bloat back on? I guess I was wondering if it would make it "stock" going forward. I just wanted to figure that out before I set the phone up since it requires a factory reset. Thanks!
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No, that's not what it says - I think you're mis-reading. Flashing U1 removes bloat, period. If you want the bloat gone, you have no need to do anything else other than simply flashing U1 firmware
iBowToAndroid said:
No, that's not what it says - I think you're mis-reading. Flashing U1 removes bloat, period. If you want the bloat gone, you have no need to do anything else other than simply flashing U1 firmware
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Oh perfect. I checked again after your post and my confusion was at
"the correct procedure for switching from one carrier's firmware to another is". I was thinking it was the procedure to switch from a carrier firmware to any other firmware including U1. So the re-adding of the carrier files didn't make sense.
Thank you very much for your quick answer!
OP Requested my linked deleted
bANONYMOUS said:
Here are links to both Canadian and US official samsung firmwares without bloat
Samsung Official Unlocked Firmware:
Canada = XAC
United States = XAA
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Go create your own thread if you're going to post links other than the ones in my OP
I do have my own thread about these firmwares, I was just including the Canadian bloat free firmware because you only have the US firmwares. The links are to samfw because they update them regularly so people can get the latest releases where as your links are the current version you linked so if you don't update them then they'll be out of date versions. Do you get paid from your Android File Host links or something? What's the issue? No need to be hostile, just trying to help provide information
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Also, when you're flashing between different carrier firmware's, you should only use CSC and not HOME_CSC because keeping the user data sometimes includes the bloat apps preinstalled.
The rule of thumb is if you're CHANGING anything, start fresh with CSC
If you're UPDATING from the same carrier firmware to a newer version, use HOME_CSC.
So for anyone using this guide, it's not recommended to use HOME_CSC when converting over to the bloat free firmware as it's a different carrier release. Not saying it won't work, it's just not recommended, almost like a dirty flash so it could cause stability issues down the road after a few OTA's or something.
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I do have my own thread about these firmwares, I was just including the Canadian bloat free firmware because you only have the US firmwares.
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XAC is for model G998W. The title of this thread makes it clear that this is only for models G998U and G998U1. So kindly delete your posts, and keep them in your own thread
Okay, post deleted, but it's probably worth noting that you don't know what the G998W is. Because it's the same phone as the U and U1. During the One UI 3.0 Beta on the S20 Ultra, I flashed G988U on my G988W, and when the beta continued onto the U1, I flashed those firmware files as well. The Canadian S20/S21 is just a non branded T-Mobile with more supported radio bands in the firmware.
If you actually look at the carrier info for the S20 Unlocked U/U1/W firmware, they all say XAC and XAA at the bottom no matter whether it's U/U1/W. They are all the same phone and Samsung even uses the same firmware merged, just different radio bands, and because Canadian radio bands support ALL bands, it makes the W firmware the a merge of both U and U1, so it's actually the better choice from what you have posted because it supports every U/U1/W the best. So your post is relevant to the W models whether you want to accept it or not.
That's why I included a link to the firmware, because it's the same device, same flashing process, completely same procedure, so this thread IS relevant to the W models even if you said U and U1 only, the W is also included in that even if you didn't say it was, doesn't make it true.
Also the only difference between U and U1 is U is unlocked but INCLUDES carrier bloat, U1 is unlocked and has NO carrier bloat.
So, closing info here.
U1 is unlocked, no carrier bloat, US radio bands
U is unlocked, HAS carrier bloat, US radio bands
W is unlocked, no carrier bloat, ALL radio bands
You just need to make sure it's the SM-G998W for AXC and it's the best choice with no bloat.
Just because you clearly didn't know this about the W phones, doesn't mean you gotta get all snappy, I'm just trying to help the community.
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Okay, post deleted, but it's probably worth noting that you don't know what the G998W is.
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I'm absolutely very well aware of what W models are. Thanks.
Then why are you mad I included it when it's the same device? I don't get why you're being salty about it. I'm just trying to help out.
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Then why are you mad I included it when it's the same device? I don't get why you're being salty about it. I'm just trying to help out.
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1. Not mad at all
2. It's the same device internally, yes. But this thread is about software - not hardware. And the software being discussed is the USA firmware, not the Canadian firmware.
sorry I've also been out of the firmware game for a while too. I have a U1 from Samsung unlocked S21 Ultra and need to put the ATT carrier firmware on it. If I'm reading this right, I'm using Odin and flashing the XAA U1 firmware without a sim, when it reboots and reads updated SIM carrier setting at reboot then I am shutting it down and immediately attempting to install the ATT U1 firmware (all BL, AP, CP, CSC (non HOME CSC)? I don't see where I would select USERDATA but I need the ATT options (was going to exchange it but I got all the incentives)
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sorry I've also been out of the firmware game for a while too. I have a U1 from Samsung unlocked S21 Ultra and need to put the ATT carrier firmware on it. If I'm reading this right, I'm using Odin and flashing the XAA U1 firmware without a sim, when it reboots and reads updated SIM carrier setting at reboot then I am shutting it down and immediately attempting to install the ATT U1 firmware (all BL, AP, CP, CSC (non HOME CSC)? I don't see where I would select USERDATA but I need the ATT options (was going to exchange it but I got all the incentives)
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1. If your phone is already running U1 firmware, there's no need to flash it again
2. If you don't see the USERDATA slot, you have a very old version of Odin
It is running U1 but I need the ATT bloatware.....I'm on FirstNet and the only way it will connect correctly is if it's running the ATT built in config files. So I'm trying to go from clean to dirty!!