[Q] Help Needed - Galaxy S 4 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hi
I have an galaxy s4 (GT-I9505) from Australia, its not locked but it has Vodafone apps installed. I want to install the official 4.4.2 firmware from another country seeing as im still on 4.3 here. now i have found a site and was wanting to use the Philippines – Open Line firmware. but im new to flashing so my question is after i install the firmware will everything work like WiFi,4G and Vodafone AU network.
If someone could help it would be appreciated and im sorry if theses are stupid questions like i said im new to all this.

Easy, you can flash whichever country firmware , as long as you got your model correctly.
Everything on your phone, as you mentioned Wi-Fi, 4G and network will remain same.
But you may wanna do some backup first, clean flash always recommended in order to prevent any possible problems.
But one more thing you must be aware of, is that if you choose to flash, you will lose your warranty as well!

im not to worried about the warranty but. theres are the steps the guide says to take
Tutorial
Step 1: Download the firmware package (Philippines – Globe, Philippines – Sun Cellular, Philippines – Open Line, Philippines – Smart and Malaysia) and extract the zip file.
Step 2: Download Odin v3.09, and extract the zip file.
Step 3: Run Odin3 v3.09 as an Administrator.
Step 3: Restart the Galaxy S4 and put it in Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons.
Step 4: Connect the Galaxy S4 to the computer via the USB cable and wait until a blue sign appears in Odin.
Step 5: Click on the AP button in Odin and select the .tar.md5 file that was extracted in Step 1.
Step 6: In Odin, ensure that the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options are checked, and not the re-partition check box.
Step 7: Click on the Start button in Odin to begin the installation process.
Step 8: After the installation is complete, the device will restart automatically.
Step 9: Once you get the Samsung logo on the home screen, you can unplug the device from the computer and close Odin.
That is all you have to do. The Galaxy S4 LTE should now be running on the latest Android 4.4.2 KitKat XXUFNBE.
I Have downloaded Philippines – Open Line firmware and the guide is for the GT-I9505. would this work for me and how to i do a clean install

ok so i finally decided to flash the firmware and everything went great now im on 4.4.2. now im looking to root so i can install the S5 Weather apks, can someone show me an easy guide to root 4.4.2 on the GT-I9505 also is it easy to remove it

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[I9100][BEGINNERS GUIDE] How to install the leaked 4.1.2 JB ROM

Everybody's gotta start somewhere. This is the guide on how to install the stock leaked 4.1.2 JB ROM for the Galaxy S2 I9100.
1. You'll need the following files:
Odin:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703998
The Samsung USB Drivers:
http://drivers.softpedia.com/get/MOBILES/Samsung/SAMSUNG-USB-Driver-for-Mobile-Phones-15150.shtml
And last but not least, the files to flash:
Torrent: magnet:?xt=urn:btih:9C907CAFC986005720D2A038A49350 AA948542BB&dn=4.1.2%20JB&tr=udp%3a%2f%2ftracker.cc c.de%3a80%2fannounce
Download all the files and move all of them to a folder to avoid confusion.
2. Install the USB drivers unless you already got them installed.
3. You will only need the following files, you may delete the other files to avoid any possible confusion:
CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.part1.rar
CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.part2.rar
CSC_HOME_OXX_I9100OXXLS1.tar.md5
MODEM_I9100XXLS6.tar.md5
Odin3_v3.04.zip
4. Now extract Odin to the folder where you got your files.
5. Moving on, extract "CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.part1.rar". This process will extract "CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.md5" from both the part1 and part2 archives to your folder.
6. Remove the MD5 extension from the following files:
CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.md5
CSC_HOME_OXX_I9100OXXLS1.rar.md5
MODEM_I9100XXLS6.tar.md5
7. Put your phone in download mode and plug in your USB-cable. (turn of your phone, then press and hold the volume-down, home and power).
8. Now run Odin as administrator (Odin3 v3.04.exe). One of the rectangular boxes under ID:COM should be yellow now which means your device is ready to be flashed.
9. Make sure Re-Partition is unchecked, Auto Reboot is checked, F. Reset Time is checked, and Flash Lock is unchecked.
10.
Press "PDA" and select the "CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar file".
Press "Phone" and select the MODEM_I9100XXLS6.tar file".
Press "CSC" and select the CSC_HOME_OXX_I9100OXXLS1.tar file".
11. Hit the ‘Start’ button. Now pray to the smartphone gods and wait patiently for the process to finish. Do not unplug your phone, unless you want to brick it. You may close Odin when your phone is rebooting.
Enjoy your update.
Screenshots attached.
Etherezz said:
Everybody's gotta start somewhere. This is the guide on how to install the stock leaked 4.1.2 JB ROM for the Galaxy S2 I9100.
1. You'll need the following files:
Odin:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=1703998
The Samsung USB Drivers:
http://drivers.softpedia.com/get/MOBILES/Samsung/SAMSUNG-USB-Driver-for-Mobile-Phones-15150.shtml
And last but not least, the files to flash:
Torrent: magnet:?xt=urn:btih:9C907CAFC986005720D2A038A49350 AA948542BB&dn=4.1.2%20JB&tr=udp%3a%2f%2ftracker.cc c.de%3a80%2fannounce
Download all the files and move all of them to a folder to avoid confusion.
2. Install the USB drivers unless you already got them installed.
3. You will only need the following files, you may delete the other files to avoid any possible confusion:
CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.part1.rar
CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.part2.rar
CSC_HOME_OXX_I9100OXXLS1.tar.md5
MODEM_I9100XXLS6.tar.md5
Odin3_v3.04.zip
4. Now extract Odin to the folder where you got your files.
5. Moving on, extract "CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.part1.rar". This process will extract "CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.md5" from both the part1 and part2 archives to your folder.
6. Remove the MD5 extension from the following files:
CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar.md5
CSC_HOME_OXX_I9100OXXLS1.rar.md5
MODEM_I9100XXLS6.tar.md5
7. Put your phone in download mode and plug in your USB-cable. (turn of your phone, then press and hold the volume-down, home and power).
8. Now run Odin as administrator (Odin3 v3.04.exe). One of the rectangular boxes under ID:COM should be yellow now which means your device is ready to be flashed.
9. Make sure Re-Partition is unchecked, Auto Reboot is checked, F. Reset Time is checked, and Flash Lock is unchecked.
10.
Press "PDA" and select the "CODE_I9100XXLSJ.tar file".
Press "Phone" and select the MODEM_I9100XXLS6.tar file".
Press "CSC" and select the CSC_HOME_OXX_I9100OXXLS1.tar file".
11. Hit the ‘Start’ button. Now pray to the smartphone gods and wait patiently for the process to finish. Do not unplug your phone, unless you want to brick it. You may close Odin when your phone is rebooting.
Enjoy your update.
Screenshots attached.
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Thanks for this TUT! But is this the Original Firmware from Samsung? Would it work on our local version of i9100 (Philippines) or just for international version?
juapao said:
Thanks for this TUT! But is this the Original Firmware from Samsung? Would it work on our local version of i9100 (Philippines) or just for international version?
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Our sgs2 in the Philippines is the international version since it is the i9100.
Sent from my GT-I9100 using xda premium
Hi,
I had used the Odin Mobile and the original UK JB 4.1.2 from SamFirmware, and I preserved the root.
All what I need to reinstall was the CWM.
Working excelent from almost a month.
Sent from my GT-N8000 using xda premium
Can it get better than this??
Does it requires rooting?
am new to this, just want to confirm if device requires a root before following the steps. or i can simply go ahead and install JB rom on top of my stock ICS rom ?
androidGennie said:
am new to this, just want to confirm if device requires a root before following the steps. or i can simply go ahead and install JB rom on top of my stock ICS rom ?
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no need for rooting. just flash it

[q] upgraded my samsung galaxy y5360b firmware with kies - can no longer root it!!

Hi, I'm no expert when it comes to smartphones and stuff, but I have a problem and I need some professional help. I have an old Samsung Galaxy Y S5360B. I got it from a friend, and it was rooted (had superuser installed). Recently the phone requested me a software update. Tried to do it with the phone and after rebooting a message appeared that it wasn't able to do the upgrade, that I had to try with Kies.
So I performed the firmaware upgrade via Kies, but when the phone rebooted, Superuser was gone and the phone is not rooted anymore.
I tried to root it again with several methods I found on the internet without success (framroot, update.zip, etc etc) but it just won't work.
If someone could help me or knows what to do do successfully root my phone again I will appreciate. Remember I am no expert in such matters so I need a "dummies" step by step procedure. Thanks a lot.
This is my phone data
SAMSUNG GALAXY Y GT5360B
Android Version 2.3.6
Baseban Version S5360BUTME1
Kernel Version 2.6.35.7
Build Number GINGERBREAD.UTME2
Latest firmware (upgraded with Kies) PDA:ME2/PHONE:ME1/CSC:MC1 (ZVV).
The 5360B is a varient from Brazil
The problem you have is that most root zips here do a build.prop check and dont include the B varient in the script so it will fail
You have two options
You can flash any standard 5360 firmware from my firmware thread (at top of 5360 dev section or link in signature)
Or you can try flashing my root zip in cwm with system mounted as it doesnt check the build.prop- http://d-h.st/kFt
jrdd15 said:
Hi, I'm no expert when it comes to smartphones and stuff, but I have a problem and I need some professional help. I have an old Samsung Galaxy Y S5360B. I got it from a friend, and it was rooted (had superuser installed). Recently the phone requested me a software update. Tried to do it with the phone and after rebooting a message appeared that it wasn't able to do the upgrade, that I had to try with Kies.
So I performed the firmaware upgrade via Kies, but when the phone rebooted, Superuser was gone and the phone is not rooted anymore.
I tried to root it again with several methods I found on the internet without success (framroot, update.zip, etc etc) but it just won't work.
If someone could help me or knows what to do do successfully root my phone again I will appreciate. Remember I am no expert in such matters so I need a "dummies" step by step procedure. Thanks a lot.
This is my phone data
SAMSUNG GALAXY Y GT5360B
Android Version 2.3.6
Baseban Version S5360BUTME1
Kernel Version 2.6.35.7
Build Number GINGERBREAD.UTME2
Latest firmware (upgraded with Kies) PDA:ME2/PHONE:ME1/CSC:MC1 (ZVV).
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try flashing another firmware thru odin.. then root
-download odin 1.85 search it here in the forums or google it.
-install the samsung drivers, I guess you already have the kies installed so skip this step
Download an s5360 firmware here
-extract the firmware you downloaded
-you will find 3 tar.md5 files (pda,modem,csc)
-get your phone and reboot to download mode by pressing Volume Down + Home Button + Power Button all at the same time
-hit volume up
-connect your phone to your PC
-open odin 1.85
-the first box at the ID:COM must turn yellow if odin detected your phone
-click pda button and browse to your downloaded pda tar file
-click phone button and browse to your downloaded modem tar file
-click csc button and browse to your downloaded csc tar file
-DO NOT TICK ANY CHECK BOXES LEAVE THE OPTIONS AS IT IS
-DO NOT PUT ANYTHING IN THE PIT
-hit start
-then wait
-phone will reboot
-if you're stuck at the samsung logo (bootloop) don't worry
-take the battery out
-boot to recovery by pressing volume up + home button + power button all at the same time
-use volume keys to navigate
-do a wipe data/factory reset
-reboot your phone
then try rooting it again..
Thanks for the quick answers, I will try your solutions as soon as I can and will let you know how it goes!!

how to update SM-N900x demo live unit on 4.4.2?

HI,
I have demo live unit, its working fine on 4.3 version but now I have upgrade it on stock regional 4.4.2, All functions working normal except video camera and video player,
Whenever starts video camera or video songs, note 3 restart itself,
How to update on 4.4.2 to avoid these problems,
thanks
nsnobel2 said:
HI,
I have demo live unit, its working fine on 4.3 version but now I have upgrade it on stock regional 4.4.2, All functions working normal except video camera and video player,
Whenever starts video camera or video songs, note 3 restart itself,
How to update on 4.4.2 to avoid these problems,
thanks
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How did you update? with which file
LegendSmoker said:
How did you update? with which file
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I HAVE THE SAME LIVE DEMO WITH MODEL: N900X . I HAVE FOLLOWED THIS METHOD AND IT WORKED FOR ME AND I HOPE THAT IT WILL WORK FOR YOU TOO. :fingers-crossed:
***NOTE:*** THIS METHOD IS ONLY APPLICABLE FOR SNAPDRAGON (800) VARIANT OF GALAXY NOTE 3(LIVE DEMO)
AFTERMATH: DEVICE IS COVERTED TO N9005(hlte). HOWEVER, SINCE THE DEMO UNIT DOES NOT HAVE A MODEM(HARDWARE) ,SIM WILL NOT WORK. :crying:
STEPS:
1. Download odin: https://odindownload.com/download/Odin3_v3.14.1.zip
2. Firmware: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911968348
3. pit file: https://mega.nz/#!icE1iaIA!5lRGeVAPHMk651zH0HFGOIS6_iucKRKYme0v7ieGrR0
4. Extract all the contents of the firmware.zip
5. Connect the phone in download mode.
6. Run odin
7. Go to the PIT section(click OK for the popup)
8. Locate your downloaded pit file by clicking on "PIT" option.
9. Click on options tab
10. select "Re-Partition"
11. press start
12. remove the battery and repeat step 5.
13. Open odin select AP and start.
14. Repeat step 12 (flash rest of the files(Bl,CP,CSC) by repeating
step 12 after each flash)
15. WALLAH! you're all done. :silly: :laugh:
*****OPTIONAL******
NOW U CAN FLASH TWRP AND FLASH ANY CUSTOM ROM. I personally prefer HAVOC OS :laugh::laugh: Read more: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/development/rom-havoc-os-t3828400
1. TWRP: https://dl.twrp.me/hlte/twrp-3.2.3-0-hlte.img.tar
2. Flash using AP in odin.
3. download custom rom and enjoy.
HOPE THIS GUIDE HELPED!
DivineSpirit07 said:
I HAVE THE SAME LIVE DEMO WITH MODEL: N900X . I HAVE FOLLOWED THIS METHOD AND IT WORKED FOR ME AND I HOPE THAT IT WILL WORK FOR YOU TOO. :fingers-crossed:
***NOTE:*** THIS METHOD IS ONLY APPLICABLE FOR SNAPDRAGON (800) VARIANT OF GALAXY NOTE 3(LIVE DEMO)
AFTERMATH: DEVICE IS COVERTED TO N9005(hlte). HOWEVER, SINCE THE DEMO UNIT DOES NOT HAVE A MODEM(HARDWARE) ,SIM WILL NOT WORK. :crying:
STEPS:
1. Download odin: https://odindownload.com/download/Odin3_v3.14.1.zip
2. Firmware: https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=24438995911968348
3. pit file: https://mega.nz/#!icE1iaIA!5lRGeVAPHMk651zH0HFGOIS6_iucKRKYme0v7ieGrR0
4. Extract all the contents of the firmware.zip
5. Connect the phone in download mode.
6. Run odin
7. Go to the PIT section(click OK for the popup)
8. Locate your downloaded pit file by clicking on "PIT" option.
9. Click on options tab
10. select "Re-Partition"
11. press start
12. remove the battery and repeat step 5.
13. Open odin select AP and start.
14. Repeat step 12 (flash rest of the files(Bl,CP,CSC) by repeating
step 12 after each flash)
15. WALLAH! you're all done. :silly: :laugh:
*****OPTIONAL******
NOW U CAN FLASH TWRP AND FLASH ANY CUSTOM ROM. I personally prefer HAVOC OS :laugh::laugh: Read more: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-note-3/development/rom-havoc-os-t3828400
1. TWRP: https://dl.twrp.me/hlte/twrp-3.2.3-0-hlte.img.tar
2. Flash using AP in odin.
3. download custom rom and enjoy.
HOPE THIS GUIDE HELPED!
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I'm on 5.0 hltexx, is this still gonna work?
Posters no longer on forum .
Try and see what happens .

[Need Help]Note 4 N910F live demo version

I have a live demo version of note 4.Basically these are same n910f Note 4's without network hardware part .I have removed the retail mode by flashing stock 5.0.1 Rom of Germany. But I'm not able to flash any 5.1.1 Roms and bootloader.It goes to bootloop.
Maybe you give it a try with a custom rom...
i guess there is no warranty anyway
deroyabun said:
Maybe you give it a try with a custom rom...
i guess there is no warranty anyway
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Im using nameless 5.0.1 its working fine but i am not able to install any 5.1.1 rom not even stock :crying:
Did you try to flash the new bootloader and modem? because this is needed to run the latest 5.1.1 firmware.
deroyabun said:
Did you try to flash the new bootloader and modem? because this is needed to run the latest 5.1.1 firmware.
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Yup man everything i guess something wrong with the pit file partitioning as one time i was rooting with autoroot method and accidently ticked auto partition so after that i get bootloops on 5.1.1 and i cannot find pit file for 910x on the whole internet
rohitzz said:
Yup man everything i guess something wrong with the pit file partitioning as one time i was rooting with autoroot method and accidently ticked auto partition so after that i get bootloops on 5.1.1 and i cannot find pit file for 910x on the whole internet
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But i can
o Remember:
This tutorial is only for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F. Please don’t try this on any other variants of the phone.
This is an official firmware by Samsung, not a modified or a custom ROM.
Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:
Step 1 – Download Android 5.1.1 N910FXXU1COH4 for Galaxy Note 4 to your computer and extract the zip file.
Step 2 – Download ODIN v3.09 which will help you to install Android 5.1.1 on Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F.
Step 3 – Switch OFF your phone. Now go to Download Mode. How? Press and hold the Volume Down + Home buttons together, and then press the Power button, till you see the Samsung logo or the red and yellow text on the screen.
Step 4 – Make sure you have your Galaxy Note 4 USB drivers installed on your computer.
Step 5 – Open ODIN on your computer. Connect your phone to your computer while your phone is in the Download Mode.
Step 6 – If your phone is connected successfully, one of the ID:COM boxes will turn yellow with the COM port number. This step might take some time.
Step 7 – Now select the files that you have to flash/install on your phone. These files are to be found from the extracted files in Step 1.
Click on ‘PDA’ and select file with ‘CODE’ in its name.
Click on ‘Phone’ and select file with ‘MODEM’ in its name. Ignore this step if there is no such file.
Click on ‘CSC’ and select file with CSC’ in its name. Ignore this step if there is no such file.
Click on ‘PIT’ and select the .pit file. NOTE: This only applies if you have a 32GB internal storage phone otherwise, skip this step.
Step 8 – In ODIN, check the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options. As for the Re-Partition option, check it ONLY if you selected a .PIT file in the above step.
Step 9 – Now click on the Start button in ODIN. Installation process will start and would take a few minutes to complete.
Step 10 – After the installation is completed, your phone will restart. After you see the home screen, unplug your phone from the computer.
That’s it.
In this file zip file there must be a pit file. just try this.
deroyabun said:
But i can
o Remember:
This tutorial is only for Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F. Please don’t try this on any other variants of the phone.
This is an official firmware by Samsung, not a modified or a custom ROM.
Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:
Step 1 – Download Android 5.1.1 N910FXXU1COH4 for Galaxy Note 4 to your computer and extract the zip file.
Step 2 – Download ODIN v3.09 which will help you to install Android 5.1.1 on Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F.
Step 3 – Switch OFF your phone. Now go to Download Mode. How? Press and hold the Volume Down + Home buttons together, and then press the Power button, till you see the Samsung logo or the red and yellow text on the screen.
Step 4 – Make sure you have your Galaxy Note 4 USB drivers installed on your computer.
Step 5 – Open ODIN on your computer. Connect your phone to your computer while your phone is in the Download Mode.
Step 6 – If your phone is connected successfully, one of the ID:COM boxes will turn yellow with the COM port number. This step might take some time.
Step 7 – Now select the files that you have to flash/install on your phone. These files are to be found from the extracted files in Step 1.
Click on ‘PDA’ and select file with ‘CODE’ in its name.
Click on ‘Phone’ and select file with ‘MODEM’ in its name. Ignore this step if there is no such file.
Click on ‘CSC’ and select file with CSC’ in its name. Ignore this step if there is no such file.
Click on ‘PIT’ and select the .pit file. NOTE: This only applies if you have a 32GB internal storage phone otherwise, skip this step.
Step 8 – In ODIN, check the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options. As for the Re-Partition option, check it ONLY if you selected a .PIT file in the above step.
Step 9 – Now click on the Start button in ODIN. Installation process will start and would take a few minutes to complete.
Step 10 – After the installation is completed, your phone will restart. After you see the home screen, unplug your phone from the computer.
That’s it.
In this file zip file there must be a pit file. just try this.
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I've tried doing repartition option in 2 or 3 stock roms but the odin says " fail"
rohitzz said:
Yup man everything i guess something wrong with the pit file partitioning as one time i was rooting with autoroot method and accidently ticked auto partition so after that i get bootloops on 5.1.1 and i cannot find pit file for 910x on the whole internet
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Also cannot get any 5.1.1 to work on my Note4 Live Demo Unit, same boot loop issue, but no problem with 5.0.1. Can reach "optimising applications" on the first boot but it then crashes and phone reboots.
Never touched pit partitioning in odin, so may not be this.
Could it be that 5.1.1 requires checking of something upon first boot that Live Demo Units do not have, but 5.0.1 does not do?
Have so far only managed to install custom 5.1.1 Note4 roms using Dual Boot Patcher. First installing Echoe rom v9, which is 5.0.1, on base OF2, using Dual Boot Patcher, this becomes the primary rom. Then can install many 5.1.1 custom roms via Dual Boot Patcher, such as SOKP, BlissPOP, CMremix, CRdroid, SlimRemix, all boot up and work.
wake_drop said:
Also cannot get any 5.1.1 to work on my Note4 Live Demo Unit, same boot loop issue, but no problem with 5.0.1. Can reach "optimising applications" on the first boot but it then crashes and phone reboots.
Never touched pit partitioning in odin, so may not be this.
Could it be that 5.1.1 requires checking of something upon first boot that Live Demo Units do not have, but 5.0.1 does not do?
Have so far only managed to install custom 5.1.1 Note4 roms using Dual Boot Patcher. First installing Echoe rom v9, which is 5.0.1, on base OF2, using Dual Boot Patcher, this becomes the primary rom. Then can install many 5.1.1 custom roms via Dual Boot Patcher, such as SOKP, BlissPOP, CMremix, CRdroid, SlimRemix, all boot up and work.
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the only solution till now is to install 5.0.1 i did it .
with 5.1.1 is not working ... i try it alote of FW and nothing.
5.0.1 work.

[SM-A5100] Need help/tips on rooting device

My friend overseas recently got the new Galaxy A5 (SM-A5100) from China and asked me for some help rooting her device and installing the google play store.
Unfortunately I've never used any Android devices before so this is a whole "first timer" situation and would gladly like some help in understanding the best and least risky process for rooting this device.
This is more or less what I know at this point after hours of searching online:
1) CF-Auto-Root is probably the easiest tool for someone with no experience rooting.
2) Unfortunately a CF-Auto-Root for this model has not been made yet.
3) The boot and recover images from the firmware are required to make the CF-Auto-Root.
I think I found the version of the firmware from samsung-firmware.org and have extracted the image files. Hopefully this source is credible. I'll upload the files later using mega if that's fine?
[NOTE: so apparently I can't post links yet since this is my first post, welp. Will update later or try to PM it instead if that works.]
Here's the information that I have from my friend's device:
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Model#: SM-A5100
Android Version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: A5100ZCU1AOL5
Kernel version: 3.10.49-6418683 (Mon Dec 14 18:59:12 KST 2015)
Build#: LMY47X.A5100ZCU1AOL5
And here's the information about the firmware I have according to the download page mentioned earlier:
Phone: Samsung Galaxy A5
Model: SM-A5100
PDA Version: A5100ZCU1AOL5
CSC Version: A5100CHC1AOL5
PHONE Version: A5100ZCU1AOL5
Region: CHC
Country: China (Open China)
Build Date: 14.12.2015
Changelist: 6418683
OS: Lollipop
OS Version: 5.1.1
Is there any other information I need to get to request the CF-Auto-Root and how/where might I find it? Or am I completely going about this the wrong way?
Thanks in advance!
You can try the kingroot app. http://www.kingroot.net/wap
You can indeed try kingroot, just tried it without luck..
Any luck? I just got my A5 (2016) and I desperately need to root!
mbsilver said:
My friend overseas recently got the new Galaxy A5 (SM-A5100) from China and asked me for some help rooting her device and installing the google play store.
Unfortunately I've never used any Android devices before so this is a whole "first timer" situation and would gladly like some help in understanding the best and least risky process for rooting this device.
This is more or less what I know at this point after hours of searching online:
1) CF-Auto-Root is probably the easiest tool for someone with no experience rooting.
2) Unfortunately a CF-Auto-Root for this model has not been made yet.
3) The boot and recover images from the firmware are required to make the CF-Auto-Root.
I think I found the version of the firmware from samsung-firmware.org and have extracted the image files. Hopefully this source is credible. I'll upload the files later using mega if that's fine?
[NOTE: so apparently I can't post links yet since this is my first post, welp. Will update later or try to PM it instead if that works.]
Here's the information that I have from my friend's device:
Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016)
Model#: SM-A5100
Android Version: 5.1.1
Baseband version: A5100ZCU1AOL5
Kernel version: 3.10.49-6418683 (Mon Dec 14 18:59:12 KST 2015)
Build#: LMY47X.A5100ZCU1AOL5
And here's the information about the firmware I have according to the download page mentioned earlier:
Phone: Samsung Galaxy A5
Model: SM-A5100
PDA Version: A5100ZCU1AOL5
CSC Version: A5100CHC1AOL5
PHONE Version: A5100ZCU1AOL5
Region: CHC
Country: China (Open China)
Build Date: 14.12.2015
Changelist: 6418683
OS: Lollipop
OS Version: 5.1.1
Is there any other information I need to get to request the CF-Auto-Root and how/where might I find it? Or am I completely going about this the wrong way?
Thanks in advance!
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Check this thread : http://forum.xda-developers.com/samsung-a-series/general/root-cf-autoroot-galaxy-a5-sm-5100-t3438117
hope this helps
CF Root does not support SM-A5100 as of the moment same with King Root. However if your sole purpose of rooting the device is to install Google services on it , then there is no need.
A5 2016 has many version and varies depending on the country it is being released . The SM-A5100 phone kit is the A5 2016 version release for Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR.
Since your friend purchased the phone from Mainland China, the Phone will be configured without Google in it as Google Services are not allowed at that Country. The good thing is that you don't need to root the Phone in order to install Google Services . All you need to do is download a Stock Samsung Firmware for SM-A5100 that is configured for HKG.
Take note, you need to flash the stock Firmware configured for HKG and not for Mainland China. I can see from your post that you have downloaded the Firmware for Mainland China?
These are the things you need :
1. Stock Firmware for SM-A5100 configured for HKG SAR
2. Samsung USB Drivers
3. ODIN Flash Tool
I assume that you already know how to flash a Samsung devise using the ODIN Flash tool , if not here are the basis steps
Extract (unzip) the firmware file
Download Odin
Extract Odin ZIP file
Run Odin
Reboot Phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons)
Connect the phone and wait Odin detects it.
Add the firmware file to AP / PDA , insure re-partition option is NOT ticked
Click the start button and wait for the process to finish .
This should work as I have gone thru the same process .
All the best
kristiantenerife said:
CF Root does not support SM-A5100 as of the moment same with King Root.
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Did you even read the thread above? [emoji54]
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=3438117
hello
kristiantenerife said:
CF Root does not support SM-A5100 as of the moment same with King Root. However if your sole purpose of rooting the device is to install Google services on it , then there is no need.
A5 2016 has many version and varies depending on the country it is being released . The SM-A5100 phone kit is the A5 2016 version release for Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR.
Since your friend purchased the phone from Mainland China, the Phone will be configured without Google in it as Google Services are not allowed at that Country. The good thing is that you don't need to root the Phone in order to install Google Services . All you need to do is download a Stock Samsung Firmware for SM-A5100 that is configured for HKG.
Take note, you need to flash the stock Firmware configured for HKG and not for Mainland China. I can see from your post that you have downloaded the Firmware for Mainland China?
These are the things you need :
1. Stock Firmware for SM-A5100 configured for HKG SAR
2. Samsung USB Drivers
3. ODIN Flash Tool
I assume that you already know how to flash a Samsung devise using the ODIN Flash tool , if not here are the basis steps
Extract (unzip) the firmware file
Download Odin
Extract Odin ZIP file
Run Odin
Reboot Phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons)
Connect the phone and wait Odin detects it.
Add the firmware file to AP / PDA , insure re-partition option is NOT ticked
Click the start button and wait for the process to finish .
This should work as I have gone thru the same process .
All the best
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Settings always stop. I can't open it.
Hope this helps:
I'm not responsible for you doing something wrong...
Make sure you download the correct stuff...
Warranty WILL void during flashing (samsung KNOX will get triggered :/ )
Needed:
1. Download odin on pc
2. Get the latest twrp recovery (or cwm) for that specific device
3. Download the universal root package down below (this package can be used for any device and will install supersu itself...)
Process:
1. Copy the supersu update zip package to your phone's storage
2. Enter download/odin mode
3. Startup odin and connect your phone to your pc (I recommend using the original usb cable you got with the device ?)
4. You should see a text in the odin log saying "added"
5. Add the twrp package in the AP slot in odin
6. Go to options in odin and deselect auto reboot
7. Hit start
8. It should start and on your phone you should see downloading
9. When done immediately reboot your phone into recovery (or your phone will delete twrp and replace it with the original again... thanks samsung ?)
10. Click install and search for the supersu package (INSTALL IT) (DON'T LET TWRP ROOT YOUR DEVICE)
11. After installing reboot system and you are done
Dylan Hameleers said:
Hope this helps:
I'm not responsible for you doing something wrong...
Make sure you download the correct stuff...
Warranty WILL void during flashing (samsung KNOX will get triggered :/ )
Needed:
1. Download odin on pc
2. Get the latest twrp recovery (or cwm) for that specific device
3. Download the universal root package down below (this package can be used for any device and will install supersu itself...)
Process:
1. Copy the supersu update zip package to your phone's storage
2. Enter download/odin mode
3. Startup odin and connect your phone to your pc (I recommend using the original usb cable you got with the device ?)
4. You should see a text in the odin log saying "added"
5. Add the twrp package in the AP slot in odin
6. Go to options in odin and deselect auto reboot
7. Hit start
8. It should start and on your phone you should see downloading
9. When done immediately reboot your phone into recovery (or your phone will delete twrp and replace it with the original again... thanks samsung ?)
10. Click install and search for the supersu package (INSTALL IT) (DON'T LET TWRP ROOT YOUR DEVICE)
11. After installing reboot system and you are done
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Sorry for not including the package of the supersu binary there... here it is ???
kristiantenerife said:
CF Root does not support SM-A5100 as of the moment same with King Root. However if your sole purpose of rooting the device is to install Google services on it , then there is no need.
A5 2016 has many version and varies depending on the country it is being released . The SM-A5100 phone kit is the A5 2016 version release for Mainland China and Hong Kong SAR.
Since your friend purchased the phone from Mainland China, the Phone will be configured without Google in it as Google Services are not allowed at that Country. The good thing is that you don't need to root the Phone in order to install Google Services . All you need to do is download a Stock Samsung Firmware for SM-A5100 that is configured for HKG.
Take note, you need to flash the stock Firmware configured for HKG and not for Mainland China. I can see from your post that you have downloaded the Firmware for Mainland China?
These are the things you need :
1. Stock Firmware for SM-A5100 configured for HKG SAR
2. Samsung USB Drivers
3. ODIN Flash Tool
I assume that you already know how to flash a Samsung devise using the ODIN Flash tool , if not here are the basis steps
Extract (unzip) the firmware file
Download Odin
Extract Odin ZIP file
Run Odin
Reboot Phone in Download Mode (press and hold Home + Power + Volume Down buttons)
Connect the phone and wait Odin detects it.
Add the firmware file to AP / PDA , insure re-partition option is NOT ticked
Click the start button and wait for the process to finish .
This should work as I have gone thru the same process .
All the best
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Please I have a Samsung A5 2016 with Chinese mainland firmware but with Android 6.0.1 Will this method still work?? ?

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