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Kingo Root

Confirmed and working great on my AT&T Note 3
http://www.kingoapp.com/
Does not trip the knox counter
No factory reset, no wiping data.
Easy as one click root.
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Kingo Root, a Tool/Utility for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 3
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b0Ne83
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Status: Stable
Created 2013-11-03
Last Updated 2013-11-03

Does this trigger Knox?
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If this is legit its a wonderful. Just went to the Kingo site..doesnt have our phone listed????
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mrkhigh said:
Does this trigger Knox?
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+1 ^^

Also I went through the steps. It says nothing about putting phone in download mode. It says load program on computer...click debugging on device..connect phone to computer..let drivers install..click root..and your done. No odin or anything..hmmm!
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Neat this good. Now do we think we could get unlocked bootloader? Been waiting patiently

b0Ne83 said:
Confirmed and working great on my AT&T Note 3
XDA:DevDB Information
Kingo Root, a Tool/Utility for the AT&T Samsung Galaxy Note 3
Contributors
b0Ne83
Version Information
Status: Stable
Created 2013-11-03
Last Updated 2013-11-03
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Just a few questions for you b0Ne83:
1) Apparently you used the N9006 application?
2) Does this trip the knox counter?
3) And, does it erase all your data after rooting?
Thanks bro!

hacktheplant said:
Neat this good. Now do we think we could get unlocked bootloader? Been waiting patiently
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Not sure about the counter.
No nothing was wiped.

b0Ne83 said:
Not sure about the counter.
No nothing was wiped.
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Cool this is awesome

How do I check to see if knox counter is tripped ?

I've rooted a lot of devices and this was by far the easiest. Nothing to it really. Just had to figure out how to put the note 3 in debugging mode (which you press about phone 7 times or something like that )

b0Ne83 said:
How do I check to see if knox counter is tripped ?
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Thanks b0Ne83
That was my next question too, lol

http://tarunmittal5477272.buzznet.com/m/user/journal/17366616/enable-usb-debugging-android-samsung/
Link on how to enable usb debugging on our note 3s

b0Ne83 said:
How do I check to see if knox counter is tripped ?
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You shutdown your phone and hold home volume down and power till you are in download mode, hit ok which I think is vol up. It tells you. Then it shows the phonestatus.

Ok just got some new info
It does say custom under samsung
However under knox is reads "0x0"
Is that what yours reads ?

mrkhigh said:
Does this trigger Knox?
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No it does not.
Mine reads "0x0"

so no factory reset or data wipe needed?
now if only we had a real EFS backup.....

b0Ne83 said:
Ok just got some new info
It does say custom under samsung
However under knox is reads "0x0"
Is that what yours reads ?
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That is GREAT news that the knox counter is not tripped as Samsung and the amazing Chainfire state it is totally NOT reversible. Which means your phone's warranty is void and you won't be able to upgrade to any future official update ever again. Here's a link to a good article on it.
http://omegadroid.co/wanted-knox-void-warranty-0x1/
As for mine it reads official not custom as my phone is still stock. I'm treading lightly as you will understand if you click my link and read the short article...

b0Ne83 said:
No it does not.
Mine reads "0x0"
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That is correct. No wiping data or factory reset needed. This just gives you root permission. Super user, Titanium backup, and addaway all running smoothly.
Easy as one click

So are you saying if I use this method that if there is an OTA update....I will be unable to get the update?
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[Q] Sprint S4 4.3 MK2 Root

I cant seem to find a 4.3 MK2 Root for my phone like one thread told me to downgrade to MJA but the samsung website doesnt have that firmware. So how can I root this phone?

smoosani22 said:
I cant seem to find a 4.3 MK2 Root for my phone like one thread told me to downgrade to MJA but the samsung website doesnt have that firmware. So how can I root this phone?
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ive found one root option that seems to work but you cant install a custom recovery.
my phone came with the mk2 update from sprint so is there any way to root it and have a custom recovery? im not worried about tripping knox if that matters. also does the cf-auto root method work with the full mk2 update?

Galaxyfan24 said:
ive found one root option that seems to work but you cant install a custom recovery.
my phone came with the mk2 update from sprint so is there any way to root it and have a custom recovery? im not worried about tripping knox if that matters. also does the cf-auto root method work with the full mk2 update?
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How did you root it? I dont know about custom recovery but I don't mind not having it.

I rooted my cousins mk2 s4 by just flashing philz recovery then I just flashed sacs rom..that was all I did..I dont know if it triggered knox ...theres also safe root which wont trigger knox I think
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gotablunt said:
I rooted my cousins mk2 s4 by just flashing philz recovery then I just flashed sacs rom..that was all I did..I dont know if it triggered knox ...theres also safe root which wont trigger knox I think
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Wait so how can I do that on my phone? Can you link me yo a firmware or something?

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gotablunt said:
Watch "How to ROOT Samsung Galaxy S4/Note3 without Tripping KNOX" on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4ZVYXrC87w&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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That looks iffy. And its for the international gs4. idk if that would work on Sprints

gotablunt said:
Watch "How to ROOT Samsung Galaxy S4/Note3 without Tripping KNOX" on YouTube
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x4ZVYXrC87w&feature=youtube_gdata_player
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Isn't that the method that ends up installing a root kit on your computer and sends all your personal information to China.
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cruise350 said:
Isn't that the method that ends up installing a root kit on your computer and sends all your personal information to China.
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Idk , haven't tryd it myself I just ran into it online
Edit: haha I only read the description stupid me....would be nice if someone can try it for our sprint variant, maybe some1 can modify it to work for us
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You might want to edit your post before someone actually tries doing that.
gotablunt said:
Idk , haven't tryd it myself I just ran into it online
Edit: haha I only read the description stupid me....would be nice if someone can try it for our sprint variant, maybe some1 can modify it to work for us
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This is what worked for me
You've probably already found a solution, but this is how I rooted the Sprint MK2 4.3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uii_mYm8IGE
This worked fine, and I was able to install custom recovery. Just been having and issue getting a proper backup, but everything else worked just fine.
Hope this helps

chunter001 said:
You've probably already found a solution, but this is how I rooted the Sprint MK2 4.3
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uii_mYm8IGE
This worked fine, and I was able to install custom recovery. Just been having and issue getting a proper backup, but everything else worked just fine.
Hope this helps
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The method is for Verizon GS4, can you reconfirm that its working for Spring L720 too?
Thanks

I can confirm that it worked for my Sprint MK2 4.3. I should mention that when I started the instal bat and the command prompt screen popped up telling me to hit any key to continue, nothing happened. I "x'd" out of command prompt and started the install bat again and it worked no problem. I have done this a total of 3 times now. All on Sprint MK2 4.3 and all successful. I checked each time with root checker to ensure root access.

I can also confirm that Safe Root tool was able to root my Sprint L720 MK2-based 4.3 Galaxy S4. I had Odin'ed back to stock MK2 days ago. I haven't tried the SafeTrap Recovery yet so I can back-up/install custom ROMs.

can anyone confirm that SafeRoot does not trip KNOX?

dimm0k said:
can anyone confirm that SafeRoot does not trip KNOX?
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It doesn't . but once you install a custom recovery it trips it.
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daniel4653 said:
It doesn't . but once you install a custom recovery it trips it.
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Thanks for the confirmation as it assured me enough to go ahead and root... and as confirmation on my end that it worked!!
One question though... as I'm now rooted, it's been mentioned that when you boot the device up you should see a "Custom" banner during boot because things have been changed. On my device I never see this and was wondering if that's the case on yours as well.

I can also confirm that QBKING&&s root method works for mk2 build..so does goomanager for installing twrp and disabling knox. Jut dont try the MJA native hotspot mod...i followed the video to the t and am now stuck in a boot loop

dbenney said:
I can also confirm that QBKING&&s root method works for mk2 build..so does goomanager for installing twrp and disabling knox. Jut dont try the MJA native hotspot mod...i followed the video to the t and am now stuck in a boot loop
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Why would you use the MJA native hotspot mod for a MK2 build? I believe in that same thread they released an MK2 hotspot mod as well, which I have installed successfully as I now have FoxFi WiFi hotspot availability!

dbenney said:
I can also confirm that QBKING&&s root method works for mk2 build..so does goomanager for installing twrp and disabling knox. Jut dont try the MJA native hotspot mod...i followed the video to the t and am now stuck in a boot loop
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So if I use goo manager to install twrp I won't trip knox? How can I install philz recovery and then sacs rom without tripping know?
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[Q] Consequences of rooting Note 3?

I know that if I root my Note 3, that will trip Knox. Personally I am prepared to risk that.But reading odd bits here and there I have heard mention of e-fuse?
And that this can mess up the hardware?
Is that correct? And what triggers it?

saldawop said:
I know that if I root my Note 3, that will trip Knox. Personally I am prepared to risk that.But reading odd bits here and there I have heard mention of e-fuse?
And that this can mess up the hardware?
Is that correct? And what triggers it?
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Nothing will affect your hardware, rooted my phone in the first day.
Just read root/rom threads for your device carefully and follow all instructions to avoid any hard or soft brick.
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Also rooted my Note 3 the first day. Tripped knox and never looked back. I would also suggest to root using cf-autoroot via Odin mode. Just search for it in the forums. Worked for me every time. Also if you like to install custom ROM so that you can use your Note 3 to its full potential.

Use kingo root it will not trigger knox. But you cant flash a custom recovery that will trigger knox. But rooting with kingo you can still mod your phone to the fullest.
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shotgun1976 said:
Use kingo root it will not trigger knox. But you cant flash a custom recovery that will trigger knox. But rooting with kingo you can still mod your phone to the fullest.
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I agree with the kingo advice. I used it and it's a one click easy root. If you want recovery I'd recommend safe strap. Neither of these recommendations will trip knox

Kingo is suspect. Lots of talk about why it communicates data back to some mystery Chinese server
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dr.m0x said:
Kingo is suspect. Lots of talk about why it communicates data back to some mystery Chinese server
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Then don`t buy a Huawei device for sure

BR7fan said:
I agree with the kingo advice. I used it and it's a one click easy root. If you want recovery I'd recommend safe strap. Neither of these recommendations will trip knox
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BRfan whats safe trap never heard of it. is it a custom recovery that does not trip knox warrenty? on playstore it says its only for xperia tablet s??????????

shotgun1976 said:
BRfan whats safe trap never heard of it. is it a custom recovery that does not trip knox warrenty? on playstore it says its only for xperia tablet s??????????
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And what does Google say ?
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shotgun1976 said:
BRfan whats safe trap never heard of it. is it a custom recovery that does not trip knox warrenty? on playstore it says its only for xperia tablet s??????????
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Yes, its a recovery its just like goomanager. Read here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572978

br7fan said:
yes, its a recovery its just like goomanager. Read here.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2572978
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so its only for the note 3. I am getting mined i hope in a week or 2 :dddddd

shotgun1976 said:
so its only for the note 3. I am getting mined i hope in a week or 2 :dddddd
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yep, its for the note 3. Congrats on the phone. Enjoy

br7fan said:
yep, its for the note 3. Congrats on the phone. Enjoy
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so you can have a custom recovery without tripping knox counter???????

shotgun1976 said:
so you can have a custom recovery without tripping knox counter???????
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Yes

br7fan said:
yes
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thats great news. Thanks brother

How to root note 3

Hey people I would like to know how to root a note 3 with this specifications.
I'm new in this world so pls explain well.
Thanks for your help.

Search for towelroot, not much to explain. Please search before you ask such a basic question answered in a zillion threads.

Try to find..
Waranty safe is Towelroot
Or you can flash a custom recovery and use SuperSU.
Or use CF-auto-root

And then for installing a Custom ROM it isn't needed to unlock bootloader or something like that?

moliverac8 said:
And then for installing a Custom ROM it isn't needed to unlock bootloader or something like that?
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For European region bootloader is open
But you need custom recovery and this step void Knox to 0x1.

And it can be reverted?

moliverac8 said:
And it can be reverted?
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No you can't revert knox to 0
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Knox counter 0x1 :(

Hello everyone,
I have just one month old galaxy grand prime SM G530H.
i have not rooted my device, and recently installed philz touch recovery 6 on my device using odin but it flagged my knox counter to to 0x1.
That means my warranty is lost. can anyone help me?
I am frequently getting this error, that unauthorized actions has been detected.
Please anyone consider this.. Thanks.

harshil33 said:
Hello everyone,
I have just one month old galaxy grand prime SM G530H. i have not rooted my device, and recently installed philz touch recovery 6 on my device using odin but it flagged my knox counter to to 0x1. That means my warranty is lost. can anyone help me?
I am frequently getting this error, that unauthorized actions has been taken.
Please anyone consider this.. Thanks.
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First of all, I believe, most of the people using XDA forums possess enough eyesight to view things in normal font. (and if not, there are numerous tools available to help them read or even listen to what is written). So you don't need to make your writing so big and bold that looks harsh. If you want to emphasize, you can use emoticons/smilies (that is what they are meant for). I don't want to be rude but to keep this platform clean and nice is OUR responsibility. Hope you don't mind.
As for as your problem, I think you have to flash back the stock recovery and (even the stock rom if the problem persists). Do some more research before taking any step or wait for solutions from experts. I believe guys will see your post soon
Best of luck :good:

Ohhhh hmm i understood. Waiting for reply. Thank you
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Rooting or Installing Custom Recovery = Knox 0x1. There's nothing you can do about it. You cannot change it back to 0x0. It is permanent. No more warranty.
For the error you need to disable knox. Read here on how to disable knox.
http://androidcentral.us/2014/01/how-to-disable-uninstall-knox-on-your-samsung-galaxy-devices/

Thanks for valueable reply. i tried that non rooted method. But the problem still persists.
So now i lost my warranty.... then should i root my device or not. I think it doesnt matter... right ?
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harshil33 said:
Thanks for valueable reply. i tried that non rooted method. But the problem still persists.
So now i lost my warranty.... then should i root my device or not. I think it doesnt matter... right ?
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Root your device it doesn't matter anymore you already tripped knox.

vancer32 said:
Root your device it doesn't matter anymore you already tripped knox.
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Any working method please....
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harshil33 said:
Any working method please....
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you already flashed philz recovery? Just flash the latest SuperSU thru recovery
CWM / TWRP / MobileODIN installable ZIP: http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu

vancer32 said:
you already flashed philz recovery? Just flash the latest SuperSU thru recovery
CWM / TWRP / MobileODIN installable ZIP: http://download.chainfire.eu/supersu
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Thank you very much.

harshil33 said:
Any working method please....
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Kingroot is the flawless and perfectly working method. At least it did the job for me
View this Post for link
or this thread for full details.
Best of luck. :good:

So u rooted without tripping knox ?
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harshil33 said:
So u rooted without tripping knox ?
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Yes of course. I rooted without tripping the knox

virtualyasir said:
Yes of course. I rooted without tripping the knox
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Good bro... if there is any way to recover knox please let me know.
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harshil33 said:
Good bro... if there is any way to recover knox please let me know.
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As much as I know for now, the knox once tripped is impossible to recover. May be there is some hardware switch thing associated with it. Anyhow, I think it does not make much difference because knox can only be a problem if you ever want to reclaim your warranty or re-sale the device. In my case, I am 99% sure that the device is working perfect to my needs and I don't have to claim the warranty or resale it within the warranty period. So if you don't have to claim warranty and also you don't want to re-sale, tripped knox is nothing to worry about
best of luck :good: