[Q] N9005 rooted, locked bootloader - Galaxy Note 3 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

I want to install a linux OS, however, I am getting errors concerning permissions and/or looped devices (I have removed Knox). I believe I need a different Kernel.
My device was rooted yesterday (Odin for PC), by a friend as I do not have access to a windows machine and couldn't get Odin working via a VM. I can confirm that I now have root access.
When I boot into download mode it says: qualcomm secureboot: enable (csb) - I assume this means my bootloader is locked?
Is it possible to unlock the bootloader, without using a windows PC, so that I can install a recovery and use Omega Files Pro (or similar) to flash an Omega rom? Is it even necessary to unlock my bootloader in order to flash a rom (my warranty is already void, but I do not want to brick/damage my phone)?
Thank you for your help.

Bootloader can not be unlocked at this time.

The locked BL makes it impossible to downgrade from KK to JB. But you can flash roms/recovery/kernel.
Read the guide that is linked in my sig to see how.

Khizar said:
The locked BL makes it impossible to downgrade from KK to JB. But you can flash roms/recovery/kernel.
Read the guide that is linked in my sig to see how.
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Just make sure if you're on KK then you flash a KK rom....

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[Q] Why should I change my bootloader?

I am running a i9505 and dont see difference between bootloaders?
Arent they used for flashing with odin?
Make it simple..
1- Bootloader starts firstly before kernel, system.. etc
2- Bootloader prepares environment for the phone to boot..
3- New bootloader has something called "knox" which detects custom things flashed to your phone.. and currently if you triggered knox 0x1 there's no way back !
4- Old bootloader doesn't contain that "knox" ****..
Good luck

Root not working

Hi, I tried a million times to root my note 3(900N) after I install a bootloader(from note 4 modded for note 3), a modem and a modded kernel.
I tried to flash a rom, didnt worked(Error flashing zip). After a while, i got problem from that kernel. Now I installed stock lollipop (via odin), I installed a recovery(TWCM) but I cant flash anything. I even tried to flash the SuperSu.zip, it act like a crash.
Before I install that files(bootloader, modem, kernel) I rooted, flashed, etc.
Please help me to root the phone.
May be a problem from kernel or bootloader? Can I install the stock of this files? If I can, where I can get them?
Thank you.
L.E: "I searched and I find this: "Some facts about KNOX status:
It isn’t possible to downgrade to KNOX-disabled firmwares/bootloaders (An attempt sets 0x1) (even though some people state, downgrade is possible when omitting the bootloader file in a firmware package). By downgrading from KNOX-enabled to KNOX-disabled firmware, your devices will be locked to installation of newer firmwares."
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SM-G900M, Android 6.0.1, not rooted - how to get it ready for mods?

The phone's bootloader is probably locked. It has never been unlocked, and I believe model SM-G900M was sold with the bootloader locked. (I tried to check if the bootloader is indeed locked, but fastboot did not detect the phone.)
I understand that in this scenario there is currently no way to root an S5, right?
It appears that the only way to go is to perform an Android downgrade. I would have to use Odin to flash a stock 4.4 ROM (is this correct?), then I would be able to root the phone with towelroot, unlock the bootloader and install flashfire on my device. Does this sound like a doable approach?
Suggestions/advice very much appreciated.
Thanks!

Galaxy s4 att stuck on screen with costum and a padlock

Okay, here is the deal. I was trying to install a costum rom on my att galaxy s4. What I did was I rooted it using king root and tried to flash a rom through rom toolbox, but I believe it was just going to take me to my recovery. After that the screen got stuck on the costum screen with the padlock, and only seems to turn on with a charger plugged into it. I am on 5.0.1 lollipop and have managed to flash the original recovery, but any stock rom I try to flash using Odin fails by saying complete thread failed or something like that, and says on my phone binary 1 or something like that. I really need help on where to start.
Thanks
What is the exact Odin error?
AT&T never released a full firmware for flashing via Odin beyond 4.1.2. Look here for a possible solution: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-to-update-to-i337oc3-5-0-1-keeproot-t3075814
Once the phone is running a 4.3 or higher bootloader, the bootloader is locked and custom ROMs can't be installed unless the custom ROM is based on a stock ROM.
There's an ODIN flashable Android 4.2.2 MDL bootloader tar file out there somewhere too.
If the bootloader is locked, and it sounds like it is since it's running 5.01, Odin will not be able to flash a 4.2.2 ROM or bootloader.
audit13 said:
If the bootloader is locked, and it sounds like it is since it's running 5.01, Odin will not be able to flash a 4.2.2 ROM or bootloader.
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Are there any other options, or should I just give up on it?
Look at this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-to-update-to-i337oc3-5-0-1-keeproot-t3075814.
Pay attention to this part of the post which may help:
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your Knox Warranty Flag.
2. The process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, and Stock Recovery.
3. No need to wipe prior to flashing! The ROM will automatically perform a factory data reset.
4. If you are not already rooted (or to unbrick) you must first flash the I337UCUFNB1_Rootable_Full_Odin.tar (use Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v3.09+), root with Towelroot, then proceed with the above process.
5. To learn more about FlashFire's capabilities on locked bootloader devices see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...10&postcount=2​
audit13 said:
Look at this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...-to-update-to-i337oc3-5-0-1-keeproot-t3075814.
Pay attention to this part of the post which may help:
Notes:
1. The above process will not affect your Knox Warranty Flag.
2. The process will update your Modem, Non-hlos, System, Kernel, and Stock Recovery.
3. No need to wipe prior to flashing! The ROM will automatically perform a factory data reset.
4. If you are not already rooted (or to unbrick) you must first flash the I337UCUFNB1_Rootable_Full_Odin.tar (use Odin's PDA slot (AP in Odin v3.09+), root with Towelroot, then proceed with the above process.
5. To learn more about FlashFire's capabilities on locked bootloader devices see here: http://forum.xda-developers.com/show...10&postcount=2​
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I finally fixed it. I had downloaded that rom before, but it hadn't worked. I decided to try it again and used a different USB port and it worked! Thanks for the help!

CID=15 what bootloader/firmware actions are irreversible?

Right now I have two CID 15 G900Vs with PB1 rooted 5.0 firmware and OD5 bootloader. I'd like to use the spare to try out MM 6.0.1 rooted using the unlock procedure.
I know that loading a post-OD5 stock bootloader is irreversible. If I use the procedure here:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...t/rd-unlocking-galaxys-s5-bootloader-t3337909
to install an unlocked bootloader, is that an irreversible change? Will I be unable to go back to an earlier (OD5) bootloader or firmware after the unlock procedure?
If I use this procedure:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/update-qi2-t3688046
and install
Developer Bootloader Friendly/No Aboot No-Wipe Firmware:
G900VVRU2DQI2_G900VVZW2DQI2_G900VVRU2DQI2_HOME_No_ Aboot.tar.md5.zip
will I trip a KNOX flag or set any fuses or otherwise do anything that cannot be undone? I'd love to play with this stuff but want to make sure I can back it out if necessary.
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Mike

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