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If you are having problems getting to download mode, Use the Stock Captivate Cable Only when trying to access Download mode!
Story:
I have struggled with 2 captivates now to get into download mode. I have read tons of arguments back and forth from people that say it is easy to get into download mode, and people who say that it is impossible with their phones.
Well, for some history...On my first captivate, I bricked it and it refused to go into download mode...PERIOD. I proceeded to exchange it(I was within my 30 days), and didn't think much more about it. Well, I installed Cognition 2.2 recently and in the process realized that my new phone would go into download mode just fine by doing the standard process of:
1)remove battery, sim, microsim
2)reinserting battery only
3)holding down both volume buttons
4)inserting usb cable
No problems right? Well, I ended up "bricking" my phone by accidentally deleting my framework-res.apk file(don't ask) and lo and behold, I suddenly could not get it to go back into download mode. I was really pissed at this point and spent all night trying everything all over again.
Well, I decided to give up for the night and go to bed. As I was laying in bed a thought crossed my mind. I had purchased a second usb cable(from ATT) to use with the captivate, and the one time that download mode had worked, I was using the standard captivate cable that came in the box. However, every time it wasn't working I was using my second USB cable. So I got up out of bed to try the stock cable and, lo and behold, it works flawlessly every time.
I would venture to guess that this is what the problem is with most everyone else that can not get their captivates to go into download mode. So, if you haven't tried it give it a shot. And certainly tell everyone you know to use the stock cable only.
I just want to reiterate that the spare cable that would NOT work was purchased from ATT and is the cable that they recommend you purchase as a spare. It wasn't like I got it from ebay or something.
Using a usb cable I got from ebay, monoprice, htc, motorola, and stock samsung cable, I was able to get into download mode everytime...
... also, shouldn't this be in general and not in development?
No USB Hubs or Extenders
RECOMMENDED: Use your stock USB cable that came with the phone.
IMPORTANT: Plug the USB cable into your computers native motherboard USB port (the back of your computer). Plugging the cable into USB switches, extenders or external ports, does not allow the phone to enter download mode correctly.
Aerimus said:
I just want to reiterate that the spare cable that would NOT work was purchased from ATT and is the cable that they recommend you purchase as a spare. It wasn't like I got it from ebay or something.
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I can confirm, although i found this out a whilllllle ago, just didnt think much of it lol
Just so you know. I found that in some cases certain USB cables just will not work with some devices. This has to do with the quality of the cable. I would avoid overly thin or flat cables because they tend to be cheaply made and won't be able to provide a stable power flow. The shorter the cable the better.
shinji257 said:
The shorter the cable the better.
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The cable he/I bought from AT&T is shorter the the cable that comes in the box, and doesnt work, so im not sure if shorter is better
kkeo said:
Using a usb cable I got from ebay, monoprice, htc, motorola, and stock samsung cable, I was able to get into download mode everytime...
... also, shouldn't this be in general and not in development?
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I can recreate this over and over again. The reason I put this here and not in general is because I, like many others, have struggled over and over with odin, and people had the attitude of "it works every time, you're just doing something wrong." The reality is that you're trying to prove that I'm just "doing something wrong" because all your cables work. I can recreate this over and over again. What do you want me to do, make a video of it in order for you to believe that there is an actual issue?
I think it's important for people to see this when trying all the roms and mods that are in the development section. In fact, I think it would be REALLY helpful if designgears would add this to the "how to get to download mode" section on the Odin thread. I can't tell you the amount of hours I have spent trying to get into download mode. It is incredibly frustrating to do everything right, and have others telling you that you are not doing it right.
I searched google endlessly looking for a solution to get into download mode, and no where did I see this as a possible solution. Also, as an FYI, when I plug in the other cable, it just goes straight to the battery screen no matter what I press. I can hold down the power and volume buttons to go into recovery mode, but it's impossible to get to download mode.
I have plugged mine into a usb port in the front of my computer as well as in my monitor. I have never had a problem with download mode or anything else.
Aerimus said:
I can recreate this over and over again. The reason I put this here and not in general is because I, like many others, have struggled over and over with odin, and people had the attitude of "it works every time, you're just doing something wrong." The reality is that you're trying to prove that I'm just "doing something wrong" because all your cables work. I can recreate this over and over again. What do you want me to do, make a video of it in order for you to believe that there is an actual issue?
I think it's important for people to see this when trying all the roms and mods that are in the development section. In fact, I think it would be REALLY helpful if designgears would add this to the "how to get to download mode" section on the Odin thread. I can't tell you the amount of hours I have spent trying to get into download mode. It is incredibly frustrating to do everything right, and have others telling you that you are not doing it right.
I searched google endlessly looking for a solution to get into download mode, and no where did I see this as a possible solution. Also, as an FYI, when I plug in the other cable, it just goes straight to the battery screen no matter what I press. I can hold down the power and volume buttons to go into recovery mode, but it's impossible to get to download mode.
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While this is good to know...It is quite possible you got a faulty second cable, and some of the cables that do come in the box are faulty as well..
It's always a good reminder to try changing out cables if your having an issues. Same for downloading different things that work for a-lot of people and not for you/me..same too for hooking into the back of the computer and bypassing the external hub....Sometimes you get lucky and find the problem right away..sometimes you don't....It's called a process of elimination...
FWIW..I've never trusted cheap ass cables..in anything. Never have..Never will..but..JSYK..expensive cables go bad from time to time too
Thanks for the reminder
Mac
jromney said:
RECOMMENDED: Use your stock USB cable that came with the phone.
IMPORTANT: Plug the USB cable into your computers native motherboard USB port (the back of your computer). Plugging the cable into USB switches, extenders or external ports, does not allow the phone to enter download mode correctly.
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I use the external ports on the front of my case without a problem...
jromney said:
RECOMMENDED: Use your stock USB cable that came with the phone.
IMPORTANT: Plug the USB cable into your computers native motherboard USB port (the back of your computer). Plugging the cable into USB switches, extenders or external ports, does not allow the phone to enter download mode correctly.
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I've also noticed that, on my PC at least, my front case USB ports don't always reliably work with this procedure. I've been plugging the USB cable since into the USB ports on the motherboard.
Mac11700 said:
While this is good to know...It is quite possible you got a faulty second cable, and some of the cables that do come in the box are faulty as well..
It's always a good reminder to try changing out cables if your having an issues. Same for downloading different things that work for a-lot of people and not for you/me..same too for hooking into the back of the computer and bypassing the external hub....Sometimes you get lucky and find the problem right away..sometimes you don't....It's called a process of elimination...
FWIW..I've never trusted cheap ass cables..in anything. Never have..Never will..but..JSYK..expensive cables go bad from time to time too
Thanks for the reminder
Mac
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The thing that throws me off is that this cable works for EVERYTHING else. Data transfer, media syncing, recovery mode, charging, etc... There was never anything that would indicate any issue with the cable. I just want to make sure everyone knows this, because when I was struggling to get into download mode, I didn't see anyone suggest that it could be the cable, even though the cable worked for everything else.
OP - thanks for posting this! It is at least another thing to keep in mind when troubleshooting. I was actually considering getting another cable to keep at work.....
P.S. would we get in trouble for quoting Michael Scott's favorite joke in response to post #6? Yea, I know. Little too obvious right. I'll restrain. Already made myself chuckle anyways
terrigan said:
I've also noticed that, on my PC at least, my front case USB ports don't always reliably work with this procedure. I've been plugging the USB cable since into the USB ports on the motherboard.
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Um.. not true - Although I did use the stock USB Cable - I was flashing the night away (trying to recover my bricked phone) on my Win7 box using a USB hub that had a few other devices hooked into it.
Never had an issue getting to D/L mode.. and it found the phone again and again and again and again.... (go on for infinity).
I think it has more to do with the hardware your connecting it to and how the USB drivers loaded (i.e. XP=****e) and what type of OS your running more than anything. I had terrible luck with my work's XP rig... but my Win7 x64 rig found the device while in d/l mode - found the drivers?!?! and I was good to go.
Although - it is always a good rule of thumb IF you can't get the device to recognize on your computer to use the original cable and hook to the best source of power for your USB which is the back of your computer.
So.. this isn't a [FIX] - just a good tip. If you can't get into D/L mode by holding the volume button and jamming in the USB or using ADB -> Reboot Download command.. your pretty much fux0red.
I need original USB cable
I just wanted to throw in my $0.02 I needed to use the original USB cable and a port directly on my motherboard. The usb cable I bought from newegg does not work with my MSI X58 motherboard and my capitavate. The original cable does not work if I use a front usb port on my Antec P183 case. Strangly an identical usb cable from newegg that I ordered at the same time does work with my work computer, Dell X38 motherboard.
Ive had the same problem... only way i get it to download mode is via Terminal:
su
reboot download
I really cant get it to work no other way :s
jromney said:
RECOMMENDED: Use your stock USB cable that came with the phone.
IMPORTANT: Plug the USB cable into your computers native motherboard USB port (the back of your computer). Plugging the cable into USB switches, extenders or external ports, does not allow the phone to enter download mode correctly.
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honestly, i have my phone cord that came into the box, connected to an extender cable, that's connected into a usb port hub so i don't agree with what you're saying here
mine works every single time
This method has been known for some time now, reading really helps...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=731989
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This method has been known for some time now, reading really helps...
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=731989
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I appreciate all your hard work on everything. I read through that post and tried to search it several times... Believe me, I spent hours pouring through the pages looking for something that would work.
No where did I see anyone say to make sure you were using the stock cable because other cables might not work? Feel free to correct me if I'm wrong...there are a lot of pages after all.
Furthermore...I'm sorry to be new to Android and to flashing roms, but we are all new at some point. No one is born an expert.
edit: I'm guessing you misunderstood the post? I wasn't posting about the method...just about the fact that many usb cables, including the micro usb cable that ATT sells, do not work for getting to download mode. If I'm wrong about what you were posting, feel free to correct me. If i'm correct, your post is quite ironic
The first captivate I had WOULD NOT GO INTO DOWNLOAD mode regardless of cable or usb port. I tried every port and every cable including the stock one that came with the phone.
The replacement captivate ALWAYS goes into download mode regardless of cable or port.
It's a tip and thank you for the. But if your phone is one of those that does not have 3 button recovery then it will likely not work with the 2 button download trick either.
Ok here is the deal.
The the phone has two esn's. THe one on the back of the phone underneath the battery is a clean esn. The one inside the phone belongs to someone on a different account and she (sprint used she thats how i know its a girl) has her phone activated on her account with no problems.
They can't use the clean esn on the back of the phone to get the msl because the msl to unlock the phone belongs to the girls account. We can't go into the settins and remove her esn and put mine in.
If we try using esn from the back of the phone to get the msl the msl wont unlock the phone.
I have to bring it to a coperate store tomorrow morning. The sprint tech said that they may be able to completly wipe the phone and the esn should return to the one on the back of the phone.
If the coperate store can't do it, is it possible for me to change the esn of the phone to the esn thats on the back of the phone. Im not trying to do anything illegal. The phone is clean the esn is clean, it belongs to me However its just recognizing her esn instead of the one that belongs to the phone.
I flashed the swiss cheese rom if I odin back to stock will coperate know that I rooted the phone?
I dont want to return the phone becuase I got a really great deal. 180$ and its in mint condition. but the seller offered a full return.
First, thnxs for creating a new thread and not hijacking the other... If you Odin back to stock, they shoudln't know anything about you rooting your phone, but fwiw, don't offer any additional information about custom roms or anything... If they ask you anything about it, pretend not to know...
The fact that you got such a great deal on the phone, means the seller probably new there was an issue to begin with... After your trip to Corporate, if you are not satisfied, you can either return the phone for a full refund (if that is what the seller guaranteed) or see if you can get a discount or a new one from Corporate... I've had to take my phone back already and they didn't have any refurbs yet to hand out... I've only had my phone for about 2 months...
Edit: After you Odin back to stock, see what happens... You may clear out whatever issue is on the phone to begin with... Worth a shot...
I really didn't want to hold up that rom thread anymore. I figured I would get more attention if I created a thread.
debonairone said:
First, thnxs for creating a new thread and not hijacking the other... If you Odin back to stock, they shoudln't know anything about you rooting your phone, but fwiw, don't offer any additional information about custom roms or anything... If they ask you anything about it, pretend not to know...
The fact that you got such a great deal on the phone, means the seller probably new there was an issue to begin with... After your trip to Corporate, if you are not satisfied, you can either return the phone for a full refund (if that is what the seller guaranteed) or see if you can get a discount or a new one from Corporate... I've had to take my phone back already and they didn't have any refurbs yet to hand out... I've only had my phone for about 2 months...
Edit: After you Odin back to stock, see what happens... You may clear out whatever issue is on the phone to begin with... Worth a shot...
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Yeah I was planning on playing stupid.
Do you mean that they will offer of a new epic? I probably need to put 7$ protection on it then huh? I just bought it but I bought it on ebay.
I will odin back to stock tonight. I am waiting for my usb cables. They say they should be in today.
If they wont give me a new phone will it be possible for me to program the esn into the phone?
Im a complete noob when it comes to android but I would be willing to learn and give it a shot.
Giving the phone back is pretty much my last option. I really dont want to. I already spent around 50 dollars on accesories for this phone.
Corporate may or may not make you an offer for a new device, but I would put the insurance on the phone anyway... Purchasing off of eBay may only allow you to take advantage of the typical mfg warranty, and not one offered by your isp... the insurance on the phone (which you will be adding) usually doesn't ask for proof of purchase, but they usually reserve the right to provide a refurb product of equal or greater value...
Again, reprogramming the ESN for the phone is illegal, even if it the correct one (the premise is that if you can do it, then you will do it even when the ESN is incorrect)... Your option there would be to leave it to Corporate, and they may not do it... They may swap out your phone and then fix it and sell it as refurb...
As for the accessories, if the last option becomes the only option, you can probably find the phone at your local Radio Shack with a $100 down and walk out of the store with a new device and a two year shackle (errr contract)...
Good Luck...
Edit: Oh, and any micro usb cable will work... Especially one from a blackberry - nice, thick and sturdy...
regardless of your esn...you can get your current msl with a free market app
msl reader
your msl is not tied to the esn
your phone was reprogrammed...there is no mistake
without delving too much on this forum because its not permitted...i will say this
the epic is an easy phone to program
and for the record...the epic is an MEID device...the ESN is calculated from the MEID
It's possible to "repair the ESN" though it, along with the discussion surrounding that topic are both highly frowned upon. It is not for someone who lacks a relatively deep understanding of CDMA (and Google!) so I would suggest looking around local classified ads to see if someone is able to assist with reverting back to stock.
With Epic's being so cheap now through BB/RS/Sprint, it may be wise just to buy it from there and call it a day.
ok guys I may have found a way but my first obstacle is that my phone wont go into USB debugging.
I turn it on and connect the usb but it doesn't say usb debuggin in the notification taskbar.
If I try turning it off while the usb is connected it tells me. "Attention Usb is connected. Remove the cable"
When I connect the usb it tells me that usb is connected.
If I turn usb debugging off and connect the cable it tells me the same thing.
The phone wont go into usb debugging mode.
Im on the swiss cheese rom.
I know the cable works because My Optimus S goes into usb debugging mode when I connect the cable.
Can you guys help me.
why do you need usb debugging?
just curious
go into your dialer and press ##8778#
then change the usb mode to modem (leave uart alone)
may require doing it twice if it pops out of modem mode
then plug your usb cable in
as far as Sprint and their 'system' or network are concerned.. the msl that they have on record that shows up when they enter the MEID, IS the msl that you would need to program back into the phone along with the MEID that's under the battery.
If they run the MEID that's under the battery and it comes back clean, then you're in good shape. .. The corporate store isn't gonna use any software that will write the correct MEID back to the phone.
If you're decent with a computer, and a search engine, I'm willing to bet that you can write the MEID back to the phone that belongs to it and get it activated properly.
Wouldn't be a bad idea to have the corporate store write down that msl (that belongs to the "under the battery MEID' for you as well.. you'll need to write that back to it as well.
PM me if you need a little guidance.
Further discussion is frowned upon but I might have a suggestion or two for you
eigerzoom said:
why do you need usb debugging?
just curious
go into your dialer and press ##8778#
then change the usb mode to modem (leave uart alone)
may require doing it twice if it pops out of modem mode
then plug your usb cable in
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thank you but it didn't work..
and its Uart is on modem and usb is on modem.
I shut off the phone put in the ##8778# and its both is on modem.
Having the same problem
guys Im not trying to break the law or do some magic with the esn...
I just want this phone activated. I payed for it. The esn is clean. SPrint even told me. So i dont understand what the big deal is.
Try this. opin Odin. load a tar file EB13 or EC05 or what ever one. on the checkboxes make sure the Phone EFS clear its checked. that will restore the factory ESN back to the phone.. I this know because my epic its on boost mobile. and by accident I checked that box when going back to stock ROM and my boost ESN disapiered completely and it went back to the ESN printed in back of my phone.. I was so freaking pissed. so i had to reflash my boost esn to go back to boost again. so in other words what i did proofs that checking that box will wipe any other ESN and it returns the phone back to original ESN.. So remember check the normal Auto reboot along with Phone EFS clear. let me know if that worked out...
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Here is a recommendation from another member. BUt i first have to get my phone to go into usb debugging which its not and its starting to piss me off
USB should be set to PDA for normal everyday usage...
set USB mode to PDA
thats probably why you were having usb issues
i thought you were trying to program the phone which needs USB set to modem mode
UART should always be set to modem mode
the fact that it was already in modem mode is your proof the previous owner modified the phone
all phones ship and function in USB PDA mode
eigerzoom said:
USB should be set to PDA for normal everyday usage...
set USB mode to PDA
thats probably why you were having usb issues
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still having the same problem.
My optimus S goes into usb debugging no problem with this cable.
what are you trying to do?
i think is the more relevant question here
Modmyppc said:
guys Im not trying to break the law or do some magic with the esn...
I just want this phone activated. I payed for it. The esn is clean. SPrint even told me. So i dont understand what the big deal is.
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the big deal is that you're in need of "repairing the MEID" on the phone.. it's jacked up and you need a solution to repair the MEID.. the solution is very easy however, we're not able to discuss exactly how to do it on XDA. It's forbidden according to their rules.
What I suggest is sending any member (myself included) a PM and try to get help that way. It's very easy to do.
USB debugging is not necessary, and Odin won't fix your dilemma.
just sayin'
listen to daddymikey
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what are you trying to do?
i think is the more relevant question here
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Im trying to get usb debuggin on. I want to flash back to stock using odin but my phone wont go into usb debugging mode.
If I turn on usb debugging and connect the usb cable nothing is happening. It doesn't say usb debugging up top.
If I go to try to unselect usb debugging while the cable is in it tells me "Attention: USB is connected. Remove the cable"
If I turn usb debuggin off, connect the cable and try turning it back on its giving me the same message. ""Attention: USB is connected. Remove the cable"
So my question is at the moment how do I turn on usb debugging.
I have to solve this tonight because tomorrow morning it needs to go to the coperate store
daddymikey1975 said:
the big deal is that you're in need of "repairing the MEID" on the phone.. it's jacked up and you need a solution to repair the MEID.. the solution is very easy however, we're not able to discuss exactly how to do it on XDA. It's forbidden according to their rules.
What I suggest is sending any member (myself included) a PM and try to get help that way. It's very easy to do.
USB debugging is not necessary, and Odin won't fix your dilemma.
just sayin'
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PM SENT
Modmyppc said:
Im trying to get usb debuggin on. I want to flash back to stock using odin but my phone wont go into usb debugging mode.
If I turn on usb debugging and connect the usb cable nothing is happening. It doesn't say usb debugging up top.
If I go to try to unselect usb debugging while the cable is in it tells me "Attention: USB is connected. Remove the cable"
If I turn usb debuggin off, connect the cable and try turning it back on its giving me the same message. ""Attention: USB is connected. Remove the cable"
So my question is at the moment how do I turn on usb debugging.
I have to solve this tonight because tomorrow morning it needs to go to the coperate store
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Replied.
To get your phone recognized in order to use Odin, you don't need USB debugging..
1. shut the phone off
2. slide keyboard open
3. hold down '1' while powering on
4. when the yellow triangle shows up you're on 'download' mode.
This is the proper 'mode' to be in to use Odin.
USB debugging is for using 1 click root methods.
daddymikey1975 said:
To get your phone recognized in order to use Odin, you don't need USB debugging..
1. shut the phone off
2. slide keyboard open
3. hold down '1' while powering on
4. when the yellow triangle shows up you're on 'download' mode.
This is the proper 'mode' to be in to use Odin.
USB debugging is for using 1 click root methods.
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This is true. Do what daddymikey says. Once your phone is stock, let us know if your MEID in the phone and the one on the label are the same. A ROM flash before activation could have caused such a simple issue.
By the way, I don't think you can put insurance on a device that has been pre-owned, can you? Only with new devices purchased directly from them, right?... I know when I was working at "The Red-checkmark Network", they wouldn't let you do it. Can you with Sprint?
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This is true. Do what daddymikey says. Once your phone is stock, let us know if your MEID in the phone and the one on the label are the same. A ROM flash before activation could have caused such a simple issue.
By the way, I don't think you can put insurance on a device that has been pre-owned, can you? Only with new devices purchased directly from them, right?... I know when I was working at "The Red-checkmark Network", they wouldn't let you do it. Can you with Sprint?
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yes, yes you can.
archangelrenzoku said:
once your phone is stock, let us know if your meid in the phone and the one on the label are the same. A rom flash before activation could have caused such a simple issue.
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this is bs
please shut up and leave this thread immediately
you cannot ever alter your meid/esn with a rom/kernel/recovery
why would you even feel compelled to reply with suck lack of knowledge?
Good afternoon everyone ...
I've been through this topic, alert the cellular carriers with Hard Brick, or phones that do not care anymore, do not enter download mode, USB does not recognize and does not charge when placed image appears.
Holders of the cell with these symptoms, do not waste time buying or using this JIG. Does not work!
The output is sent to an authorized, if you're still under warranty. Hope that Samsung replace your card.
There is the hint!
Hugs.
My phone is a Galaxy S2
Hi Guys
I have suddenly started to notice a process called USB_OTG that is killing my battery. It is taking up to 90% of the charge and I don't know how to stop it. I have tried doing a android backup to a time that this wasn't causing an issue yet it is still there
I can't connect my device to my pc/mac to transfer files and most of the time it won't even recognise that I have plugged a charger in
Can someone please help as this is driving me insane
Turning off your phone, then on, should be enough to get rid of it. It's a known bug of the system, it goes berserk at times after using the USB connection.
Ernesto de Bernardis
[from my Galaxy Note]
debernardis said:
Turning off your phone, then on, should be enough to get rid of it. It's a known bug of the system, it goes berserk at times after using the USB connection.
Ernesto de Bernardis
[from my Galaxy Note]
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I have had this for over a week where i have turned off, done a battery pull and still can't seem to shift the issue
is it possibly kernel related?
Just done full wipe and installed a rom i have never used before and still have the same issue. cant connect to usb, won't transfer data when debugging is on or off. does it sound like a warranty issue and should be put back to stock?
don't want to use odin and increase the counter though
gone back to stock and still having the same error. is my phone officially knackered?
Look into the USB receptacle in your phone. Is there dirt or are the pins twisted and in contact? From what you described, it might be that your Note thinks there is a USB device connected, and that might stem from some kind of contact from pins...
Ernesto de Bernardis
[from my Galaxy Note]
USB on the go mode is when your phone is trying to change from a USB "slave" to a USB "host".
A normal phone should always be in "slave" mode, that is when you plug it into your computer you can do kies and all that stuff.
If you plug in a special cable, your phone will detect this and try to go into "Host" mode where it can connect to a USB stick or a USB mouse.
This special cable works by shorting two of the pins on your USB connector together that normally aren't shorted.
So in short, with what you describe it appears that dust, corrosion, or debris or other hardware failure has caused the phone to incorrectly think those pins are shorted together when they are not.
Look at it under good light and magnification. Clean it with alcohol. Good luck.
everything looks fine, can't see any debris or damage on it. don't think the usb will be covered under warranty either looks like i may be phone less
andywright1982 said:
everything looks fine, can't see any debris or damage on it. don't think the usb will be covered under warranty either looks like i may be phone less
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If you are desperate and it is not covered by warranty, you should in theory be able to open up the phone and cut the trace / wire that leads from the ID pin back into the USB chip. You would lose OTG capability forever but it would solve your battery problem.
David
Why? USB OTG is an advertised feature, so I guess should be covered by warranty.
Ernesto de Bernardis
[from my Galaxy Note]
i've also run into this problem. Phone wouldn't be able to go to deep sleep after using usb otg. Turned the phone off and back on fixed it. Kind of annoying.
running franco 9 on checkrom 6
I had this problem as well. Cleaning and pushing pins were only temporary fixes for me. And it just got progressively worse after awhile. So I went back to the place I bought it and they sent it in for service. It was covered by my warranty apparently, one week later I got it back, fit for fight. Remember to go back to stock though
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think it will be a warranty job. will have to send direct to samsung so hope it isnt away too long. will call them tomorrow as still wont charge when turned on and sometimes sits there saying its charging even with no usb in it
andywright1982 said:
think it will be a warranty job. will have to send direct to samsung so hope it isnt away too long. will call them tomorrow as still wont charge when turned on and sometimes sits there saying its charging even with no usb in it
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That is further evidence that USB is screwed up and should be covered by warranty. Good luck.
whats the best way to get back to stock so they cant tell it has been rooted? never used odin and dont really want to if I can help it!
andywright1982 said:
whats the best way to get back to stock so they cant tell it has been rooted? never used odin and dont really want to if I can help it!
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Not sure if this link will work since I'm a new member here, but you could try this :
add a http here: forumDOTxda-developersDOTcom/showthread.php?t=1329360. Disregard this link if you didn't use that method to root it though. As you might suckerpunch your phone into oblivion
Also, I cleaned the usb port with alcohol/Nail polish and a toothbrush to temporarily enable it to connect to my computer(Let it dry for at least 20 mins after). I am no expert at any of this though, so before you trust too much in my advice, you should go search around the forums for confirmation.
Any more ideas how i can unroot as my phone wnt connect to a PC via USB so need to do it all on the phone. Think I am screwed
Hey guys,
the title says everything. Today the usb connection melted on charging. I don't have the bill anymore and I'm not even sure if I'm within warranty, but I'd like to try to get a replacement - a melted usb port is not just a minor malfunction and if that happened at night, it might have burnt down my home...
So, anyway, I'd like to revert to stock rom etc. before I go to the Samsung shop. Unfortunately, I can't connect it to the PC anymore (charging works, but the connection to the PC always breaks), so I'm hoping that there is another way to revert to stock rom/bootloader and unroot the device.
Does anybody know how to do this?
Kind regards,
tobwes
I guess it's not possible without USB, because ODIN works on USB connection. However, you can take it to Samsung shop they don't check these things (sometimes). Good luck
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