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HELP : accidentally uninstalled TouchWiz

I accidentally uninstalled Touchwiz using Titanium Backup. Since I already use ADW.Launcher, I thought its not a big deal, until I did a hard reset.
Upon hard reset, my Galaxy S tries to install Touchwiz, which of course fails, and the darn phone just crashes and hangs. I managed to get it to boot up eventually after some trouble, but I'll prefer not to have to do this everytime I hard reset.
Can someone please please send me the TouchWiz apk and odex files so that I can put them back in the system directory ? I'm using stock Froyo 2.2 ( Build FROYO.DXJPA, Kernel 2.6.32.9 ). Please email them to [email protected], or tell me where I can download them.
I know this would cease to be a problem if I just flash a custom rom, and I would love to try that in future, but not now.
Thanks so much in advance.

Easy way would be to go to the Rom Kitchin build update zip with only the Touchwizz in it and flash it from SD card via CWM.
http://romkitchen.org/sgs/?s=generator
APK might be in Perkas file stash from this forum ..###
jje

JJEgan said:
Easy way would be to go to the Rom Kitchin build update zip with only the Touchwizz in it and flash it from SD card via CWM.
http://romkitchen.org/sgs/?s=generator
APK might be in Perkas file stash from this forum ..###
jje
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Thanks, but I'm on 2.2, which means I have the 3e loader which does not allow me to setup update.zips which are unsigned. For this reason, i was also not able to get CWM installed. I know there's a way to downgrade the loader to 2e, but I'll rather not try that at this moment.

I agree with jje. The best and probably easiest way would be to flash 2e recovery. Chainfire has created a kernel for that purpose and as long as you can access download mode you should be fine.
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chriszzz said:
Thanks, but I'm on 2.2, which means I have the 3e loader which does not allow me to setup update.zips which are unsigned. For this reason, i was also not able to get CWM installed. I know there's a way to downgrade the loader to 2e, but I'll rather not try that at this moment.
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Flash SpeedMOD kernel with Odin and you'll get CWM.

Hi JJEgan, anfearg, Intratech
Thanks for the advice so far. But would it be possible for me to just simply use a file manager to copy the TouchWiz apk and odex files to my system/app directory ? My phone is rooted, so I know it's possible as long as I can get those files. I'm just not sure if there's anything else that needs to be configured to get Android to use those files during setup. If this is workable, this would be the easiest route. Now I just need to get my hands on those files.
I know Odin can fix this, but I'll rather just stick to the current stock rom for now, and just add the missing 2 files.
Intratech said:
Flash SpeedMOD kernel with Odin and you'll get CWM.
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I'm going to take a look at Odin and see if its not too risky to flash my i9000. I've flashed my old WinMo phones in the past, so flashing is not new to me. But I've yet to try it for Android. Maybe I'll give it a go.
chriszzz said:
Hi JJEgan, anfearg, Intratech
Thanks for the advice so far. But would it be possible for me to just simply use a file manager to copy the TouchWiz apk and odex files to my system/app directory ? My phone is rooted, so I know it's possible as long as I can get those files. I'm just not sure if there's anything else that needs to be configured to get Android to use those files during setup. If this is workable, this would be the easiest route. Now I just need to get my hands on those files.
I know Odin can fix this, but I'll rather just stick to the current stock rom for now, and just add the missing 2 files.
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OK, so I spent a couple of hours googling and downloaded Odin, a couple of stock ROMs, PIT files and USB drivers. Fired up Odin, followed instructions, and I'm now back to 2.1 with the 2e loader. Sweet. Had a heart stopping moment when Odin said "FAILED" in red, so i just reflashed another ROM and it went through successfully.
Looks like I'm in the ROM flashing crowd now.
Quick question : some ROMs ( like the one I flashed successfully with Odin ) contains just a few tars - 1 each for CODE/PDA, CSC and MODEM/Phone.
Others ( like the one that Odin failed to flash ) just contains a bunch of directories with files that have bin, rfs, lfs extensions.
Why are there 2 different types of ROM packaging ? Is the first one ( with the tar files ) specific to Odin ? How do I flash the other type then ? With ClockWorkMod ?
chriszzz said:
I'm going to take a look at Odin and see if its not too risky to flash my i9000. I've flashed my old WinMo phones in the past, so flashing is not new to me. But I've yet to try it for Android. Maybe I'll give it a go.
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chriszzz said:
OK, so I spent a couple of hours googling and downloaded Odin, a couple of stock ROMs, PIT files and USB drivers. Fired up Odin, followed instructions, and I'm now back to 2.1 with the 2e loader. Sweet. Had a heart stopping moment when Odin said "FAILED" in red, so i just reflashed another ROM and it went through successfully.
Looks like I'm in the ROM flashing crowd now.
Quick question : some ROMs ( like the one I flashed successfully with Odin ) contains just a few tars - 1 each for CODE/PDA, CSC and MODEM/Phone.
Others ( like the one that Odin failed to flash ) just contains a bunch of directories with files that have bin, rfs, lfs extensions.
Why are there 2 different types of ROM packaging ? Does each ROM come in both forms ? Can they be converted from 1 form to the other ?
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the .tar types are to be flashed via odin only whereas the ones with the directories are to be flashed via CWM(2e recovery).... mix them up and you'll be in trouble... ;-)

You only needed to flash the recovery 2e zip file through Odin from the forum .
jje

chriszzz said:
<snipped>.. Others ( like the one that Odin failed to flash ) just contains a bunch of directories with files that have bin, rfs, lfs extensions.
Why are there 2 different types of ROM packaging ? Is the first one ( with the tar files ) specific to Odin ? How do I flash the other type then ? With ClockWorkMod ?
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The single .tar file with .rfs, .bin, etc. is a high-level package. It's sort of a firmware update and can only be flashed on top of an existing firmware. That is, you don't tick re-partition in odin. The ones that come with 3 separate files for CSC, PDA and MODEM are either medium or low-level packages. I think, the low-level ones come with bootloaders. These can be flashed with re-partition ticked.

Thanks guys.
Today I learned how to flash using ODIN (flashed a European 2.1 ROM onto my international i9000 originally with Asian ROM, and downgraded my 3e loader to 2e).
Then I learned to use ClockWorkMod, which I used to flash Darky's ROM 9.5 ( nice ROM, although booting up seems to take an usually long time. Not sure why ). Finally, I almost had a heart attack, twice, when my phone refused to boot after flashing. Nothing a 3 button combo to download mode couldn't fix though.
Fun fun fun. Thanks all.

[HOWTO] Re-flash stock kernel, after your device is rooted

Hello everyone,
I saw this question over and over around so I decided to post a quick guide here.
After I installed the insecure kernel on my SGS2, to allow me to root, I did a series of quadrant tests. And after comparing 10 runs with the 10 runs I did prior to root, I ended up with the impression that I lost about 200-400 points per run. The tests were not entirely conclusive, since the margin is not big (compared with the total). Regardless, I still wanted to try to squeeze out every bit of performance I can out of this beast. That's when I decided to re-flash the original stock kernel.
What you will need, is basically the same thing you did to gain root, but with another kernel.
Make sure you know what you are doing. I am not responsible if you do it wrong and brick your phone.
1. First download the stock kernel:
You can find the stock kernels here: http://nma.usk.bz/sgs2.php
DO NOT UNTAR THE FILE. Leave it as it is.
2. Now open Odin and put your phone in Download mode
3. IMPORTANT: Make sure that "Auto Reboot" and "F.Reset Time" are check. And that EVERYTHING else is UNchecked.
4. Load the .tar file on the PDA field. Just click on "PDA" and open the file.
5. Click "Start"
Done, you are back to your stock kernel and will keep root. This does not revert what you already installed (su, SuperUser, busybox, etc).
If you have any questions, post it here.
UPDATES:
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- Added XWKE7 stock kernel (05/21/2011)

Hi uskr, I think this may be the same file in this top post in this thread which is what I just flashed to but thanks for this anyway.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1056334&page=35
uskr said:
Hello everyone,
I saw this question over and over around so I decided to post a quick guide here.
After I installed the insecure kernel on my SGS2, to allow me to root, I did a series of quadrant tests. And after comparing 10 runs with the 10 runs I did prior to root, I ended up with the impression that I lost about 200-400 points per run. The tests were not entirely conclusive, since the margin is not big (compared with the total). Regardless, I still wanted to try to squeeze out every bit of performance I can out of this beast. That's when I decided to re-flash the original stock kernel.
What you will need, is basically the same thing you did to gain root, but with another kernel.
Make sure you know what you are doing. I am not responsible if you do it wrong and brick your phone.
1. First download the stock kernel: http://nma.usk.bz/files/I9100XWKDD_StockKernel.tar
DO NOT UNTAR THE FILE. Leave it as it is.
2. Now open Odin
3. IMPORTANT: Make sure that "Auto Reboot" and "F.Reset Time" are check. And that EVERYTHING else is UNchecked.
4. Load the I9100XWKDD_StockKernel.tar file on the PDA field. Just click on "PDA" and open the file.
5. Click "Start"
Done, you are back to your stock kernel and will keep root. This does not revert what you already installed (su, SuperUser, busybox, etc).
If you have any questions, post it here.
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Thank you for pointing it out. I had a hard time finding it when I needed. Hope this helps more people out there.
This one is from the original stock rom downloaded from kies. I just extracted the zImage.

I no this is not relevant To stock kernel but if i update my phone to newest firmware this will work the same way,?
also there is a overclock kernel out if i want overclock kernel after i update to new firmware i would need to flash the root kernel then flash the overclock kernel to beable to have my phone run newest firmware with overclock kernel that is rooted.?
Thanks
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When we update to XWKE1, flash the unsecure KDD Kernel, root, how do we get back to KE1 Kernel?
Can you point on how to extract it?

walda said:
When we update to XWKE1, flash the unsecure KDD Kernel, root, how do we get back to KE1 Kernel?
Can you point on how to extract it?
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How can we extract only the kernel from a stock firmware?

I googled a lot and figgured out that this way should be the right.
* Flash new Firmware via ODIN (.tar File)
* Root with old KDD Kernel
* Open the FW .tar File
* Delete all except "zImage"
* Flash new .tar file via Odin
That should it be. Am not sure but
Will try when i got 100% and backuped my sdcard

So we have to delete all the files in the tar, except "zImage". I found a guide to do it, but for the *.rar, I tried with the *.tar but it didn't work
http://xona.com/2006/07/05c.html

Thanks. The kernel I used to root I think introduced an intermittent mic issue during calls.. now I'm back to the standard kernel and no more issue.

Thanks dude

The warning triangle should be gone.
Try to reflash again and see if it helps. Did you flash anything else?
Lastly, which "brand" is your phone? This is for the XEU branded phone. If you have O2 or Korean versions, you will need a different stock kernel. I can get them for you.
To check your brand, type on your phone: *#272*<your IMEI>#
You can find your IMEI number on: Menu -> Settings -> About Phone -> Status .

hakkinenvthh said:
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How can we extract only the kernel from a stock firmware?
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you can extract from the .tar and then tar it under linux use this command ：
Code:
tar -cf zImage filename.tar
or google "tar for windows" then you can run it under windows
and then ,you can get a tar contains zImage and you can flash it by odin

uskr said:
The warning triangle should be gone.
Try to reflash again and see if it helps. Did you flash anything else?
Lastly, which "brand" is your phone? This is for the XEU branded phone. If you have O2 or Korean versions, you will need a different stock kernel. I can get them for you.
To check your brand, type on your phone: *#272*<your IMEI>#
You can find your IMEI number on: Menu -> Settings -> About Phone -> Status .
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I confirm, the warning triangle was gone

Updated with a link to the new firmware kernel XWKE1, in case you are running it.

Added the stock kernel for the new XWKE2 firmware.

uskr said:
Added the stock kernel for the new XWKE2 firmware.
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Hi, thanks. But there's something wrong with the KE2 Kernel. In the zip there is only a zimage file. I tried converting this file to a tar archieve. However flashing the tar in Odin didn't work. Can someone please upload a working tar file?

paranoid2007 said:
Hi, thanks. But there's something wrong with the KE2 Kernel. In the zip there is only a zimage file. I tried converting this file to a tar archieve. However flashing the tar in Odin didn't work. Can someone please upload a working tar file?
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The KE2 kernel file I downloaded was the tar itself rather than the tar contained in a zip.
Using the file as downloaded in odin worked fine.

uskr said:
The warning triangle should be gone.
Try to reflash again and see if it helps. Did you flash anything else?
Lastly, which "brand" is your phone? This is for the XEU branded phone. If you have O2 or Korean versions, you will need a different stock kernel. I can get them for you.
To check your brand, type on your phone: *#272*<your IMEI>#
You can find your IMEI number on: Menu -> Settings -> About Phone -> Status .
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Hi, I checked my brand after flashing the insecure tar, and it shows DBT (it starts boot German ) so can you tell me what i need to download to get back to UK settings.
Thanks Brian.

Hi, i've just flashed the I9100XWKE1_I9100XXKDJ_I9100OXXKE1_HOME.TAR witch is on Samfirmware (for France)
But i don't have the original kernel to flash over the rom after the root.
I don't want to flash the Xeu kernel because it is for UK.
I tried to delete the winrar files to keep only the Zimage file on this rom, but I can't delete anything.
I would be happy to know how to create the kernel.tar for the different firmwares
Or if someone could do it for me ?
Link of the rom :
http://hotfile.com/dl/117595201/b729980/I9100XWKE1_OXXKE1_XXKDJ.rar.html
thanks a lot

syps54 said:
Hi, i've just flashed the I9100XWKE1_I9100XXKDJ_I9100OXXKE1_HOME.TAR witch is on Samfirmware (for France)
But i don't have the original kernel to flash over the rom after the root.
I don't want to flash the Xeu kernel because it is for UK.
I tried to delete the winrar files to keep only the Zimage file on this rom, but I can't delete anything.
I would be happy to know how to create the kernel.tar for the different firmwares
Or if someone could do it for me ?
Link of the rom :
http://hotfile.com/dl/117595201/b729980/I9100XWKE1_OXXKE1_XXKDJ.rar.html
thanks a lot
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7zip can delete some files in the tar. Google for it, totally free
Sent from my GT-I9100 using XDA Premium App

Having problems with flashing GINGERBREAD??

Here is the 100% working method. No chance to fail. Unless you make a mistake somewhere.
Download Stock ROM from below link. (thanks to Chainfire)
With bootloaders: http://www.multiupload.com/IZLCKQ3VJC
Extract the zip file to a folder. There after extract the .tar file to a folder.
Open Heimdall (you should know the drill how it works) place the files from extracted folder in respective fields .
At the place of modem, do not use the one from extracted folder. Use the link below for JPZ modem
http://www.multiupload.com/F9Z64KG9XO
unzip the file and extract modem.bin, copy in phone.
Now hit START.
After completion, reboot & immediately go to ODIN 3.1.7 download mode Oops! that’s how I worked (Heimdall & then odin ). Flash dbdata.tar as PDA (NO repartition) found in the below link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1073854
Reboot and relax a little. As you over worked
It will boot to Ginger 2.3.3
Still you cannot flash custom ROM’s for that you got to reboot in Odin one’s again.
Kernel for clockwork recovery (custom ROM flashable) (thanks to Chainfire)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=885734
download the last file from the list. i.e.
CF-Root-TAB7_XX_OXA_JQ1-v3.3-CWM3RFS.zip
Put in PDA and start. It will reboot and there you are ready with your flashable Gingerbread SGT.
For OVERCOME ROM 2.0 beta (Thanks to Sir Alterbridge) download the below file
http://www.multiupload.com/QW65A4Q794
copy the zip to internal SD
go to recovery, choose zip from internal SD …. Flash!
I’m waiting for BoyPPC ROM as he might probably come out with the MIUI Rom. As Mr. Alterbridge is not into eye candy stuff his work is too serious.

Is this for all verions of the SGT? IE sprint/verizon/gsm?

Odin works for me for all flash, i.e. Main rom and dbdata
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I would like to know the same also, can this be flashed with cdma version galaxy tab?
Sent from my SCH-I800 using XDA App

Would be better to title the topic better. If you was browsing teh list it would look like you was asking for help in flashing. It would be much better to make title more descriptive and tag it with [GUIDE] and take away the "??" from the end.
Probably best tu number or bullet point, make paragraphs to separate steps etc, would give it more structure.
btw, you do know that the overcome rom that is linked to in this guide comes with a very complete and precise guide to follow itself anyway?

gshadow325 said:
Is this for all verions of the SGT? IE sprint/verizon/gsm?
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only for GSM. havn't tried on others

TheATHEiST said:
Would be better to title the topic better. If you was browsing teh list it would look like you was asking for help in flashing. It would be much better to make title more descriptive and tag it with [GUIDE] and take away the "??" from the end.
Probably best tu number or bullet point, make paragraphs to separate steps etc, would give it more structure.
btw, you do know that the overcome rom that is linked to in this guide comes with a very complete and precise guide to follow itself anyway?
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I felt it is quiet confusing when it says there are fifteen steps to follow when actually they aren't

jacktackle said:
I felt it is quiet confusing when it says there are fifteen steps to follow when actually they aren't
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.......................?

jacktackle said:
I felt it is quiet confusing when it says there are fifteen steps to follow when actually they aren't
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That depends on if you want to back uo your apps or not, but for most people/everyone else it was clear instructions.
| Don't Revive Me Bro! |

GANJDROID said:
That depends on if you want to back uo your apps or not, but for most people/everyone else it was clear instructions.
| Don't Revive Me Bro! |
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there was much more then just backup like rooting and stuff. i believe people who jump to ginger all ready went through all that process. i think Appbackup is working like charm plus you can save the apk's and flash to any device. or may be titanium is better not much into it though.
Ganjdroid, i was going through your Miui post. it's not that simple to get them working you know? i wish if some one can incorporate those files in a ROM and make it as a ready made dish Ginger without MIUI is like nothing but Froyo.

Sorry but there just isnt any need for this guide really. The overcome one isnt complicated at all and you can just skip past backup up upps section if you need to.
Plus you have no need to use heimdall and then Odin, you can just use Odin.
You also say to use a specific modem file but dont explain what version of tab that file is for, somebody may be using this "guide" that doesnt want/need that file.
If you want to successfully and accurately flash to GB stock or Overcom custom you should follow the proper guide in the Overcome thread.

TheATHEiST said:
Sorry but there just isnt any need for this guide really. The overcome one isnt complicated at all and you can just skip past backup up upps section if you need to.
Plus you have no need to use heimdall and then Odin, you can just use Odin.
You also say to use a specific modem file but dont explain what version of tab that file is for, somebody may be using this "guide" that doesnt want/need that file.
If you want to successfully and accurately flash to GB stock or Overcom custom you should follow the proper guide in the Overcome thread.
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The reason behind this post was, i shared what iv'e experienced and there are many who could not successfully port through Odin even i faced a problem with one of the tab. i feel Heimdall for flashing Stock ROM's is more friendly then Odin.

jacktackle said:
The reason behind this post was, i shared what iv'e experienced and there are many who could not successfully port through Odin even i faced a problem with one of the tab. i feel Heimdall for flashing Stock ROM's is more friendly then Odin.
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I kind of understand, im having the oposite experience though. I'm trying to get CM7 on my tab using heimdall but cant seem to get it to boot

tutorial needed
Hi,
For those who have flashed the JQ1 successfully using Odin3 v1.70, can you please advise the full procedure/config for an Android noob?
Understand that it should be:
- Repartition Enabled
- Shall I click "phone bootloader Update"?
- Pit: gt-p1000_mr.pit provided by Chainfire in the JQ1 Thread.
- PDA: P1000XXJQ1_P1000XXJQ1_P1000XXJPZ_HOME.tar
- Phone: Pls advise how to use the JPZ-Modem.zip on the first post.
Edit: found the how to for the modem
- CSC: ¿?
Thanks and pls bear with me.

ypsmav said:
Hi,
For those who have flashed the JQ1 successfully using Odin3 v1.70, can you please advise the full procedure/config for an Android noob?
Understand that it should be:
- Repartition Enabled
- Shall I click "phone bootloader Update"?
- Pit: gt-p1000_mr.pit provided by Chainfire in the JQ1 Thread.
- PDA: P1000XXJQ1_P1000XXJQ1_P1000XXJPZ_HOME.tar
- Phone: Pls advise how to use the JPZ-Modem.zip on the first post.
Edit: found the how to for the modem
- CSC: ¿?
Thanks and pls bear with me.
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No need to explain anything. Its already all documented in teh custom GB rom thread. here. Just download guide and read.

TheATHEiST said:
I kind of understand, im having the oposite experience though. I'm trying to get CM7 on my tab using heimdall but cant seem to get it to boot
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well, i use heimdall only for stock ROM's for rest i mean for Custom Rom's they made Clockwork.
partition check and un check play's important role also. people just ignore it sometimes while flashing Kernel's with Odin.

jacktackle said:
Here is the 100% working method. No chance to fail. Unless you make a mistake somewhere.
Download Stock ROM from below link. (thanks to Chainfire)
With bootloaders: http://www.multiupload.com/IZLCKQ3VJC
Extract the zip file to a folder. There after extract the .tar file to a folder.
Open Heimdall (you should know the drill how it works) place the files from extracted folder in respective fields .
At the place of modem, do not use the one from extracted folder. Use the link below for JPZ modem
http://www.multiupload.com/F9Z64KG9XO
unzip the file and extract modem.bin, copy in phone.
Now hit START.
After completion, reboot & immediately go to ODIN 3.1.7 download mode Oops! that’s how I worked (Heimdall & then odin ). Flash dbdata.tar as PDA (NO repartition) found in the below link.
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<< Now that I successfully completed the above steps, my tab is no longer connecting with ODIN, no COM connected (used to see COM4 before) >> old
I rebooted while connecting to the PC and tab was then detected by Windows then back to download mode > ODIN > dbdata.tar > wipe everything > reboot
and guess what nothing more than a Samsung logo when I boot the T

jacktackle said:
Here is the 100% working method. No chance to fail. Unless you make a mistake somewhere.
Download Stock ROM from below link. (thanks to Chainfire)
With bootloaders: http://www.multiupload.com/IZLCKQ3VJC
Extract the zip file to a folder. There after extract the .tar file to a folder.
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dbdata.rfs is missing in the tar file, where can I get it? Can I use dbdata.rfs from another package? thx in advance

DinoZ1 said:
<< Now that I successfully completed the above steps, my tab is no longer connecting with ODIN, no COM connected (used to see COM4 before) >> old
I rebooted while connecting to the PC and tab was then detected by Windows then back to download mode > ODIN > dbdata.tar > wipe everything > reboot
and guess what nothing more than a Samsung logo when I boot the T
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this is simple and for all those who think their tab/phone do not connect to Odin.
plug in your usb to the pc. go to device manager. uninstall the samsung driver which is already there. refresh the drivers or unplug and replug the usb cable. will search for the driver and install it again. there u r connected to the ODIN.
have a nice day!

jacktackle said:
Here is the 100% working method. No chance to fail. Unless you make a mistake somewhere.
Download Stock ROM from below link. (thanks to Chainfire)
With bootloaders: http://www.multiupload.com/IZLCKQ3VJC
Extract the zip file to a folder. There after extract the .tar file to a folder.
Open Heimdall (you should know the drill how it works) place the files from extracted folder in respective fields .
At the place of modem, do not use the one from extracted folder. Use the link below for JPZ modem
http://www.multiupload.com/F9Z64KG9XO
unzip the file and extract modem.bin, copy in phone.
Now hit START.
After completion, reboot & immediately go to ODIN 3.1.7 download mode Oops! that’s how I worked (Heimdall & then odin ). Flash dbdata.tar as PDA (NO repartition) found in the below link.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1073854
Reboot and relax a little. As you over worked
It will boot to Ginger 2.3.3
Still you cannot flash custom ROM’s for that you got to reboot in Odin one’s again.
Kernel for clockwork recovery (custom ROM flashable) (thanks to Chainfire)
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=885734
download the last file from the list. i.e.
CF-Root-TAB7_XX_OXA_JQ1-v3.3-CWM3RFS.zip
Put in PDA and start. It will reboot and there you are ready with your flashable Gingerbread SGT.
For OVERCOME ROM 2.0 beta (Thanks to Sir Alterbridge) download the below file
http://www.multiupload.com/QW65A4Q794
copy the zip to internal SD
go to recovery, choose zip from internal SD …. Flash!
I’m waiting for BoyPPC ROM as he might probably come out with the MIUI Rom. As Mr. Alterbridge is not into eye candy stuff his work is too serious.
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Hi,
i've downloaded "http://www.multiupload.com/IZLCKQ3VJC" but there is not "dbdata.rfs", only a "hidden.rfs". What file i've to put into database.data ?
Many thanks

[SOLVED] Cannot flash CF-ROOT after upgrading to 2.3.4 XXKG2

Used the single .tar file upgrade from this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1174161
I used the Non-Wipe [fixed version by Intratech] version.
The firmware flash is successful. However, I cannot use Odin to flash CF-ROOT kernel (CF-Root-SGS2_ZS_OZS_KG2-v4.1-CWM4.tar). Every time it is just stuck at Get Pit for mapping???
Any clue?

I used Intratech's Non-Wipe version, flashed CF Root for KG1; rooted the device and got back to KG2 stock kernel.
Inshort it worked fine for me. Try flashing KG2 again and see.

Tanmay® said:
I used Intratech's Non-Wipe version, flashed CF Root for KG1; rooted the device and got back to KG2 stock kernel.
Inshort it worked fine for me. Try flashing KG2 again and see.
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Could you please post the stock KG2 kernel that you have?
Thanks

You are using the wrong CF-ROOT Kernel.
You should use the KG1 CF-ROOT for the new KG2 firmware.
After that, flash the KG2 kernel (only) back to your S2.
You need the KG1 CF-ROOT as this is based on 2.3.4 while the KG2 CF-ROOT images are for 2.3.3.
You can download the firmware here:
http://www.multiupload.com/G1GBNSDYJA
From this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1174161
This includes the original kernel:
KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar .md5

Tr1gg3R said:
You are using the wrong CF-ROOT Kernel.
You should use the KG1 CF-ROOT for the new KG2 firmware.
After that, flash the KG2 kernel (only) back to your S2.
You need the KG1 CF-ROOT as this is based on 2.3.4 while the KG2 CF-ROOT images are for 2.3.3.
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It is a KG2 firmware. Shouldn't I use a KG2 CF-RooT?
anyway, i will try the KG1 CF-Root.
BTW, u mentioned flash back the KG2 kernel, how can I get the kernel? The non-wipe version has only one tar file....
Thanks

Tr1gg3R said:
You are using the wrong CF-ROOT Kernel.
You should use the KG1 CF-ROOT for the new KG2 firmware.
After that, flash the KG2 kernel (only) back to your S2.
You need the KG1 CF-ROOT as this is based on 2.3.4 while the KG2 CF-ROOT images are for 2.3.3.
You can download the firmware here:
http://www.multiupload.com/G1GBNSDYJA
From this thread:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1174161
This includes the original kernel:
KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar .md5
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Thanks, mate.
It seems our posts got crossed.
Is there any way that I can get the original KG2 kernel? It seems that thread has a complete firmware.

Hi mates,
Could you please review the followings b4 I start?
1. Fire up Odin to flash CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar (I believe I will get the yellow triangle after the flash?)
2. Use Odin to flash back the original kernel: KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar .md5
3. Use the CWM App to flash the zImage kernel extracted from the CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar
Are the above correct?
Thanks

It is very strange.
I still get stuck at the Get Pit for Mapping?
I was using the CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar..

akira888 said:
Hi mates,
Could you please review the followings b4 I start?
1. Fire up Ordin to flash CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar (I believe I will get the yellow triangle after the flash?)
2. Use Ordin to flash back the original kernel: KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar .md5
3. Use the CWM App to flash the zImage kernel extracted from the CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar
Are the above correct?
Thanks
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Correct, and its Odin not Ordin.

akira888 said:
It is very strange.
I still get stuck at the Get Pit for Mapping?
I was using the CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar..
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How are you flashing ? You have to select PDA and choose the tar file. Also make sure you don't select re-partition.

akira888 said:
Hi mates,
Could you please review the followings b4 I start?
1. Fire up Ordin to flash CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar (I believe I will get the yellow triangle after the flash?)
2. Use Ordin to flash back the original kernel: KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar .md5
3. Use the CWM App to flash the zImage kernel extracted from the CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar
Are the above correct?
Thanks
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I don't think that is right.
Instructions as taken from Chainfire's topic:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Instructions - ODIN (short)-
- Flash CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar as PDA in ODIN, without repartition. Done.
The zip you need is named:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
This zip contains:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar
Mind you that after downloading the zip file, some programs wil try to automatically extract the tar inside it. Then you end up with the zimage.
Make sure to not do that
For flashing back the original KG2 kernel, take the kernel from the package as I described above.
KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar.md5
Flash as PDA in ODIN without repartition, same as flashing CF-ROOT.
Done.

sileshn said:
How are you flashing ? You have to select PDA and choose the tar file. Also make sure you don't select re-partition.
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I flashed the CF-Root KF4 kernel b4.
So I am sure I did follow the instructions step by step.
Yes, I chose the tar file in the PDS field, re-partition was not selected.
I have tried numerous times. It is just stuck at Get Pit for mapping sth....
b4, I used the KG2 CF-Root file, so I am not surprised I failed thanks to Tr1gg3R and Tanmay®.
However, I still get stuck though I used the KG1 CF-Root file........

sileshn said:
Correct, and its Odin not Ordin.
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Hi Sileshn, if that is correct, could you please explain me why he should flash the CF-ROOT twice?
In step 1, he does so via ODIN.
In step 3, he extracts the tar and flashes it again via CWM.
I'm not sure I understand that
Please elaborate.
Why overwrite the KG2 kernel again with the CF-ROOT KG1 kernel?

Tr1gg3R said:
I don't think that is right.
Instructions as taken from Chainfire's topic:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Instructions - ODIN (short)-
- Flash CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar as PDA in ODIN, without repartition. Done.
The zip you need is named:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
This zip contains:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar
Mind you that after downloading the zip file, some programs wil try to automatically extract the tar inside it. Then you end up with the zimage.
Make sure to not do that
For flashing back the original KG2 kernel, take the kernel from the package as I described above.
KERNEL_I9100XXKG2_CL375027_REV02_user_low_ship.tar.md5
Flash as PDA in ODIN without repartition, same as flashing CF-ROOT.
Done.
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Hi mate,
I am indeed aware of the above. Cuz I have done it b4.
However, when I have done:
Instructions - ODIN (short)-
- Flash CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar as PDA in ODIN, without repartition. Done.
The zip you need is named:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.zip
This zip contains:
CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KG1-v4.1-CWM4.tar
Mind you that after downloading the zip file, some programs wil try to automatically extract the tar inside it. Then you end up with the zimage.
Make sure to not do that
Odin would be stuck at "Get pit for mapping" sth....

If you have a backup of what is currently on your S2, you could try reflashing the wipe-image.
Not the non-wipe from Intratech, but the one posted by Darkyy:
http://www.multiupload.com/G1GBNSDYJA
After that I would do a factory reset, just to make sure everthing is stock from the KG2 Firmware.
Then repeat flashing the KG1 CF-ROOT etc.

Very frustrated.
Didn't have any problem b4 when I flashed the CF-Root KF4.
And Tr1gg3R,
I cant even pass Step 1 that I mentioned previously.
That 3-step instruction is what I summarize from Chainfire's link.
The 3rd step summarized from the below (chainfire's post):
Getting rid of that pesky warning triangle during boot
It is definitely possible to remove that pesky warning triangle during boot when running a custom kernel, though you should be well aware that this method does NOT reset the custom kernel flash counter. The steps are not complicated, but they aren't easy either, so read well.
(1) Make sure you have CF-Root flashed (see the first post). You must have the "CWM Manager" app available.
(2) Make sure you have the same version of CF-Root extracted until you have the zImage file. (ZIP --> extract --> TAR --> extract --> zImage).
(3) Push the zImage file to /sdcard . It must still be called zImage !
(4) Find an original Samsung signed stock kernel (preferably from the same stock firmware you have, but it's not terribly important)
(5) Reboot into download mode (adb reboot download, or boot the device with home and volume-down pressed)
(6) Fire up ODIN, and flash the Samsung kernel
(7) Boot the device with the stock kernel. CWM Manager will still be available.
(8) Start CWM Manager, select Flash Kernel, and select the zImage from CF-Root you previously put on your SD-card. The kernel will flash and the device will reboot.
(9) You will now notice you no longer have the warning triangle during boot, but you are actually running CF-Root with all it's goodies!
(10) In the future, if you only use the Flash Kernel option inside CWM Manager instead of ODIN, the triangle will not return, neither will your flash counter increase. But keep in mind, that CWM Manager can only handle a direct "zImage" if you are NOT running a kernel with full busybox support (this is currently needed for flashing kernels out of .TAR and .ZIP files)
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Tr1gg3R said:
If you have a backup of what is currently on your S2, you could try reflashing the wipe-image.
Not the non-wipe from Intratech, but the one posted by Darkyy:
http://www.multiupload.com/G1GBNSDYJA
After that I would do a factory reset, just to make sure everthing is stock from the KG2 Firmware.
Then repeat flashing the KG1 CF-ROOT etc.
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Yeah, I do have the backup. However, it is in Titanium Backup. I need root access
I am a bit reluctant to do a clean wipe is because what if I still cannot flash the KG1 CF-Root....
I planned to do a non-wipe upgrade then root the phone. Then do a factory reset and finally restore from Titanium.........
It seems i got s crewed this time....

You could try to ask for help in the CF-Root topic:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Sorry that all the above didn't solve your troubles.
Worst-case, reflash/factory-reset.
But that doesn't seem so bad to me.
Most can be redownloaded from the market, and the rest you could put on your SD-card.

Tr1gg3R said:
You could try to ask for help in the CF-Root topic:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
Sorry that all the above didn't solve your troubles.
Worst-case, reflash/factory-reset.
But that doesn't seem so bad to me.
Most can be redownloaded from the market, and the rest you could put on your SD-card.
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Thanks, mate.
Truly appreciate it.

Tr1gg3R said:
Hi Sileshn, if that is correct, could you please explain me why he should flash the CF-ROOT twice?
In step 1, he does so via ODIN.
In step 3, he extracts the tar and flashes it again via CWM.
I'm not sure I understand that
Please elaborate.
Why overwrite the KG2 kernel again with the CF-ROOT KG1 kernel?
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Try entering recovery mode after flashing stock kernel over cf-root without the third step and see if you can access cwm.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=14283369&postcount=2
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Bootloop while flashing JW4

Hey, I tried flashing JW4 stock rom via ODIN which I downloaded from sammobile.
The name of the file is I9000XXJW4_I9000OXAJW4_XEU.zip and on extracting there were 2 files called JW4_JW4_JW4.tar & SS_DL.dll. I selected the tar file in PDA and flashed. The process passed but am stuck with bootloop. Plz help

I also flashed a jw4. But that was without the dll.
Anyway, after i flashed and it booted up i got a doozen errors telling me it couldnt mount different partitions.
So i gave it up as a bad one and found a thread here at xda with different stock roms and ended up with jw5.
No complications whatsoever. Yet
just google for "stock roms i9000 xda" and you should stumble over the thread i believe.
Good luck
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I faced exactly the same problem: bootloop after flashing XXJW4 and many mount errors in the screen. I concluded that this firmware is not standalone in the sense that you cannot flash and repartition the device using it. Following this logic I performed these steps, leading me to a successfully recovered and fully functional XXJW4 phone:
Flash it with a full stock firmware, e.g. XXJVU (mark "repartition" as well).
Flash XXJW4 as you have done it, but make sure "Repartition" is not selected. That is, just select the tar file in the PDA field and leave the rest with the default options.

Another huge problem Got Black Screen Of Death. Am able to get my phone on to download mode but odin is not detecting my phone. HELP ME What to do?

bindaasathar said:
Another huge problem Got Black Screen Of Death. Am able to get my phone on to download mode but odin is not detecting my phone. HELP ME What to do?
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Use another USB port. You can flash deodex version of JW4 which doesn't have any problems

bootloops
Factory Reset / Cache Wipe /
use by the Pitfile from JW 1 and flash the JW 4 ,that`s it !!
LG.G.

jpabloae said:
I faced exactly the same problem: bootloop after flashing XXJW4 and many mount errors in the screen. I concluded that this firmware is not standalone in the sense that you cannot flash and repartition the device using it. Following this logic I performed these steps, leading me to a successfully recovered and fully functional XXJW4 phone:
Flash it with a full stock firmware, e.g. XXJVU (mark "repartition" as well).
Flash XXJW4 as you have done it, but make sure "Repartition" is not selected. That is, just select the tar file in the PDA field and leave the rest with the default options.
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great job. thanks for this

bindaasathar said:
Hey, I tried flashing JW4 stock rom via ODIN which I downloaded from sammobile.
The name of the file is I9000XXJW4_I9000OXAJW4_XEU.zip and on extracting there were 2 files called JW4_JW4_JW4.tar & SS_DL.dll. I selected the tar file in PDA and flashed. The process passed but am stuck with bootloop. Plz help
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Your PDA file might be missing the dbdata.rfs file, see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?p=24182099&highlight=dbdata#post24182099, which can cause boot loops.