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Emergency Loki issues =/

So I work until 7pm tonight and I really need my phone. I flashed the mdl unlocked radios with mobile odin pro but I forgot I was on an international i9505 rom. so nothing is lokied my recovery isn't lokied my kernel isn't lokied anymore. the computers cant download anything here big cause its 1mbps they cap it to that on purpose. I have Odin on the pc here with the drivers. Is it possible to flash a loki kernel or recovery back to this phone without having to go back to stock MDL all over again and rerooting.?

Your phone isnt softbricked correct? If its still working just use this tool it will root and instal recovery for you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2297033
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2

mg2195 said:
Your phone isnt softbricked correct? If its still working just use this tool it will root and instal recovery for you http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2297033
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2
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my phone is softbricked I keep getting the AT&T unauthorized software message for recovery and booting... can someone here post a .tar AT&T stock kernel. im pretty sure if I odin that it will boot again because it doesn't need to be lokied.. so I can then flash a loki recovery and a loki custom kernel.

I am not sure about all your questions, but have you given any info on the phone you have. i337/i337m--recovery--etc
I seen folks have trouble with Mobile Odin. Don't remember which phone variant they had though.
I don't think radios require loki--?
There are flashable radio zips to install thru recovery not needing Odin
And flashable recovery zips too, TWRP 2.5.0.2

Easton999GS said:
my phone is softbricked I keep getting the AT&T unauthorized software message for recovery and booting... can someone here post a .tar AT&T stock kernel. im pretty sure if I odin that it will boot again because it doesn't need to be lokied.. so I can then flash a loki recovery and a loki custom kernel.
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I dont think that will work...from what I understand odin omly flashes signed packages...if you take the kernel out and repackage it it will no longer have the same signed package...I could be wrong though
Youd be better off with heimdal...I believe somebody on here has used it succesfully, it requires you have java installed...ill see if I can find that thread
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2346806
And obviously use att stock kernel...ill see if I can find a link for that too, this should work with stock kernel...however if it doesnt I am not responsible (I have not tested this method my self)
For the heimdall flash part...instead of recovery -- boot.img or whatever...just use this
Code:
heimdall flash boot boot.img
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mg2195 said:
I dont think that will work...from what I understand odin omly flashes signed packages...if you take the kernel out and repackage it it will no longer have the same signed package...I could be wrong though
Youd be better off with heimdal...I believe somebody on here has used it succesfully, it requires you have java installed...ill see if I can find that thread
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2
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http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2346806
And obviously use att stock kernel...ill see if I can find a link for that too, this should work with stock kernel...however if it doesnt I am not responsible (I have not tested this method my self)
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2
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i think Heimdall requires me to have the factory Odin package. the massive 1.5GB that I cant download here =/ If I can flash stock kernel.img with this and that only I can do it.

Easton999GS said:
i think Heimdall requires me to have the factory Odin package. the massive 1.5GB that I cant download here =/ If I can flash stock kernel.img with this and that only I can do it.
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No it doesnt I edited my posr, get it follow the steps until the flash part, when you get ther use the command
Code:
heimdall flash boot boot.img
In terminal/cmd prompt...just make sure you have boot.img in the same folder you open up terminal
So put the stock boot.img in a folder, navigate to that folder in windows explorer, hold shift and right click select open cmd promp here, follow the guide I linked above and when it comes time to flash use the code I provided in this post. That SHOULD work...keyword here is SHOULD im extracting the stock kernel from the mdl odin package now, ill upload it for you
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2

rugmankc said:
I am not sure about all your questions, but have you given any info on the phone you have. i337/i337m--recovery--etc
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Oops, missed the posts after your first one, sorry--
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DynamicBIts said:
Edited by mg2195...credit for guide goes to DynamicBlts
Download and extract Heimdall
Download MDL Stock Kernel
Place boot.img in that extracted folder
Navigate tpo that folder in windows explorer, hold shift and right click. choose open command window here
Verify Compatibility
With phone off and no USB cable connected, hold volume down and power. When you feel the vibration, release power, but not volume down.
Once you see the warning screen, release volume down.
Press volume up once to continue.
Connect the USB cable.
Type the following command:
Code:
sudo heimdall detect
If you don't see "Device detected", something isn't working correctly. Don't continue any further until you resolve that issue.
Code:
heimdall flash --boot boot.img
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That should work... gotta go now, ill be back in a few hours if you have issues

mg2195 said:
No it doesnt I edited my posr, get it follow the steps until the flash part, when you get ther use the command
Code:
heimdall flash boot boot.img
In terminal/cmd prompt...just make sure you have boot.img in the same folder you open up terminal
So put the stock boot.img in a folder, navigate to that folder in windows explorer, hold shift and right click select open cmd promp here, follow the guide I linked above and when it comes time to flash use the code I provided in this post. That SHOULD work...keyword here is SHOULD im extracting the stock kernel from the mdl odin package now, ill upload it for you
Sent from my SAMSUNG-SGH-I337 using Tapatalk 2
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thank you so much I appreciate it a ton. Hopefully it at least boots in general. I don't care if I have issues I can fix it from therem, Im on Omega 9 rom so lets see how this goes.

Easton999GS said:
thank you so much I appreciate it a ton. Hopefully it at least boots in general. I don't care if I have issues I can fix it from therem, Im on Omega 9 rom so lets see how this goes.
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I made you a one click, just make sure you have java installed
when you first run it you will get a pop up about drivers no being installed follow the on screen instructions (under options click list all, choose msm8960)
***please note, once you use heimdall, you will no longer be able to use odin on that specific usb port, it installs special drivers to the current port the phone is plugged into that odin doesnt recognize...keep this in mind if trying to odin in the future...just use a differnt port for odin**
than just click flash, it appear to work for me however i flashed it on a working stock rom
SGS4 Stock Kernel one click

Nexus 7 (2013) Auto Updater with Root Restore [4.4.4]

Nexus 7 (2013) Wi-Fi Auto Updater with Root Restore
Nexus 7 Flo Auto Updater with Root Restore by Unfathomable
Build: Nexus 7 (2013) Flo Wi-Fi
Android 4.4.4
Recovery img: TWRP
Compatible only for Windows PC
Compiled from Modified Factory Images on Google Developers.
This kit is designed to update Stock rooted Nexus 7 devices to Android 4.4.4 while retaining all user data as well as root permissions. This will also work on non-rooted devices with an unlocked Bootloader.
Before you Start:
# This toolkit is designed to update without wipe but anything is possible, so I strongly urge you
to back up all data. Also I am not liable for any lost information.
# Please configure all ADB drivers
# Place phone in Fastboot mode. Power down the device; (Press and hold Power + Volume Down)
until the device boots into Fastboot.
# Extract all files, open the EXE file in the provided folder and follow the prompts Carefully.
VERY IMPORTANT!
After your device reboots, boot your Nexus into recovery. TWRP recovery should boot. Select the reboot option and reboot system.
You will be prompted "Swipe to flash SuperSU". This will restore all Root permissions.
*Also in the event that your device is stuck in a bootloop, just wipe the cache and you should be good to go!
I am open to feedback and if this helps please give me a thumbs up!
I am not liable for any harm that may come to your device but I am open to help.
Thank you all.
This is a tutorial video on using the updater
http://youtu.be/Hjk76S1XBa4
The Kit can be downloaded at this Dev Host URL
[http://d-h.st/alh
[Nexus 7 Auto Updater 4.4.4 By Unfathomable.zip - 445.99 MB]
Please post all "Help" related questions here in the forum.
For personal messages not pertaining to this post please contact [email protected]

Can this be used on n7 2013 WiFi that was rooted via towelroot? Ie boot loader still locked I guess.
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Which .exe? I see fastboot.exe and adb.exe in the .zip file. But there's no other executable. it just appears like this is the full 4.4.4 image files, but no "kit" that I can determine. I don't see how this would specifically save userdata.

iluvatrix said:
Can this be used on n7 2013 WiFi that was rooted via towelroot? Ie boot loader still locked I guess.
Sent from my Nexus 7 using XDA Free mobile app
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As long as the boot loader is unlocked you will be ok

danman7 said:
Which .exe? I see fastboot.exe and adb.exe in the .zip file. But there's no other executable. it just appears like this is the full 4.4.4 image files, but no "kit" that I can determine. I don't see how this would specifically save userdata.
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extract the "Nexus 7 Auto Updater 4.4.4 by Unfathomable.zip"
then in the extracted folder extract the "image.zip"also
the press "Nexus 7 Updater 4.4.4 by Unfathomable.exe"
and follow the instructions
thats it
press thanx if I helped:good::good::good::good::good:
cheers

danmaman said:
extract the "Nexus 7 Auto Updater 4.4.4 by Unfathomable.zip"
then in the extracted folder extract the "image.zip"also
the press "Nexus 7 Updater 4.4.4 by Unfathomable.exe"
and follow the instructions
thats it
press thanx if I helped:good::good::good::good::good:
cheers
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Ah, I see what's going on. My AV is identifying it as infected. I'll pass, thanks.

Your computer is recognizing the EXE as infected?

danmaman said:
extract the "Nexus 7 Auto Updater 4.4.4 by Unfathomable.zip"
then in the extracted folder extract the "image.zip"also
the press "Nexus 7 Updater 4.4.4 by Unfathomable.exe"
and follow the instructions
thats it
press thanx if I helped:good::good::good::good::good:
cheers
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Did everything work for you? Please leave feedback thank you.

Tried it but got 0MB storage and bootloop, so ended up doing it manually. thanks anyway

Unfathomable said:
Your computer is recognizing the EXE as infected?
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Yes, Quarantined it as quickly as it was unzipped. Symantec was recognizing it referred to as "Suspicious.Cloud.5"

SomosLuz said:
Tried it but got 0MB storage and bootloop, so ended up doing it manually. thanks anyway
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Did you try clearing cache? If there are any bugs please inform me so I am able to revise. I tried on four devices with success before uploading.

I tried clearing cache, but it failed, so I had to format storage

danman7 said:
Yes, Quarantined it as quickly as it was unzipped. Symantec was recognizing it referred to as "Suspicious.Cloud.5"
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That's strange I apologize for that, I will definitely look into the issue for you. But I can assure you there's no malicious files compiled in the Zip. Check your security settings and make sure your PC allows for Batch files to run. The EXE was compiled from a bat file.

SomosLuz said:
I tried clearing cache, but it failed, so I had to format storage
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I apologize about the situation. Did it fail immediately or was it successful in flashing certain files?

for me it works great

danmaman said:
for me it works great
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Thank you for the feedback!

Hey
No problems at all
see the screen
Thanx for the image
cheers

Suspicious.Cloud.5
danman7 said:
Yes, Quarantined it as quickly as it was unzipped. Symantec was recognizing it referred to as "Suspicious.Cloud.5"
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Hi Dan,
Suspicious.Cloud.5 is a detection technology designed to detect entirely new malware threats without traditional signatures. This technology is aimed at detecting malicious software that has been intentionally mutated or morphed by attackers.
Here is the technical write up on Suspicious.Cloud.5
Best Regards,
Chetan

Worked fine for me, went from 4.4.2 to 4.4.4 on my stock unlocked / rooted N7.
http://i.imgur.com/wh6eLZF.png
http://i.imgur.com/72qU8hw.png
edit: okay I think I chose the wrong button under reboot in TWRP and that didn't give me the supersu install option (whoops)
but all was good after booting back in to twrp and selecting the right button

You may want to make a note in the OP that seeing "no update found" is normal, kept thinking it was an error.

[Q&A] [ROOT][RECOVERY][100%] ROOT +TWRP RECOVERY for samsung Galaxy Tab 4 t231

Q&A for [ROOT][RECOVERY][100%] ROOT +TWRP RECOVERY for samsung Galaxy Tab 4 t231
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Before posting, please use the forum search and read through the discussion thread for [ROOT][RECOVERY][100%] ROOT +TWRP RECOVERY for samsung Galaxy Tab 4 t231. If you can't find an answer, post it here, being sure to give as much information as possible (firmware version, steps to reproduce, logcat if available) so that you can get help.
Thanks for understanding and for helping to keep XDA neat and tidy!

Faiyaz5yaz said:
100%ROOT + TWRP RECOVERY ​
NOTE:This Was Tested By Me On TAB 4 t231 with Firmware Version T231XXU0ANG1_T231ODD0ANF3_INU ; It May Work With Latest Firmware Verions , But I Haven't Tested
REQUIREMENTS:
* PC
*TAB 4 T231
*DATA CABLE
*PROPER DRIVERS INSTALLED
*ODIN V3.09.zip HERE and Extract
*Download TWRP from HERE AND EXTRACT
* DOWNLOAD SuperSU from HERE
INSTRUCTIONS:
RECOVERY :
Put your tablet in download mode by Pressing the Home button + Power + Volume Down; Release buttons ,wen u see a warning ; then you should press the volume up (vol +) to continue to download mode.
* Run Odin v3.09 and connect tablet, The box in odin will turn to light blue box ID: COM;
* Check The AP box and locate the unzipped file TWRP file recovery.img.tar.md5;
*Finally click on the Star button and wait for few seconds until Odin process and show you the notice Pass in green and completely restart the tablet, click Exit to exit Odin.
RECOVERY WAS SUCCESSFULLY FLASHED
ROOT
*BOOT INTO RECOVERY BY PRESSING POWER+HOME+VOL UP
*NOW SELECT INSTALL ZIP FROM SD CARD
* CHOOSE THE sUPERSU.ZIP
*CONFIRM YES BY SWIPING
REBOOT CHECK WITH ROOT CHECKER
SUCESSFULLY ROOTED Tab 4 t231​
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Wow thanks, now i can root my friend tab 4 7.0

Any word on whether this root and recovery works on the 237P? I've gotta get the stock bloat off my free tablet.

BjarturOS said:
Any word on whether this root and recovery works on the 237P? I've gotta get the stock bloat off my free tablet.
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If you have the 237P, I believe you need this thread to root your tablet. Make sure to read carefully, especially the most recent posts, as some have had trouble from not following directions carefully. Should work fine. Idk where you guys are as far as a custom recovery, but I'm all but certain this recovery will NOT work for your tablet.
Edit: On the thread I linked to, Post #15 has how to root info and Page 6 has the info about people messing up and what to do to correct that.

Do not download odin from this link!!
I rooted my tablet through this thread. It went smoothly , but one problem I had with the Odin download. It installed so much adware and malware without my permission or giving me a chance to decline anything, that my computer is totally screwed. I have had too do a full reinstall of windows due to this version of Odin. It has cost me money because I use my computer to design graphics for people and companies. If you don't believe me, try it out. But you can't blame me for being a bit ticked off because of this file screwing with my lively hood .

SoCalGhstRydr said:
I rooted my tablet through this thread. It went smoothly , but one problem I had with the Odin download. It installed so much adware and malware without my permission or giving me a chance to decline anything, that my computer is totally screwed. I have had too do a full reinstall of windows due to this version of Odin. It has cost me money because I use my computer to design graphics for people and companies. If you don't believe me, try it out. But you can't blame me for being a bit ticked off because of this file screwing with my lively hood .
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That's really crappy, I am truly sorry to hear that. You're right, that website is so shady I have a browser extension called WOT (Web of Trust check it out it's pretty handy) that wouldn't even let me go to the site. For your future reference, and anyone else reading this thread, I have attached Odin, both versions 3.07 and 3.09. They're attached to the bottom of this post, not hosted on any other site, I guarantee 100% both files are safe. They're both zip files, all you have to do is extract the folder inside to your desktop. Inside the folder will be two files. Double click the .exe to run Odin, it's that simple. Again, I'm so sorry you had to go through that mess, been there before, it's no fun.

Thanks for your quick response to my post. I just did not want others to go through what i went through. Luckily I had back ups of everything, but good news was, I rooted my tablet first try. lol. Thanks again.

hi
to where i should install all these the odin, superuser, in my android device or in pc? or should i install these in both android device and pc? im confuse. thanks!

Arkyarao said:
to where i should install all these the odin, superuser, in my android device or in pc? or should i install these in both android device and pc? im confuse. thanks!
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Odin is installed on the PC. SuperSU (superuser) is an android app. You use Odin to flash the custom recovery (TWRP) onto your tablet.

thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
Odin is installed on the PC. SuperSU (superuser) is an android app. You use Odin to flash the custom recovery (TWRP) onto your tablet.
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oh i see!. and what about the TWRP should it be installed also on the pc?..what is TWRP by the way. thank you. sorry for asking too many questions.

Arkyarao said:
oh i see!. and what about the TWRP should it be installed also on the pc?..what is TWRP by the way. thank you. sorry for asking too many questions.
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TWRP is a custom recovery, you use it on your tablet to root (and possibly to install custom roms, if you wish). You download it as a .tar file to your PC, run Odin on your PC with your tablet connected via usb in download mode to your PC and flash the recovery file.

thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
TWRP is a custom recovery, you use it on your tablet to root (and possibly to install custom roms, if you wish). You download it as a .tar file to your PC, run Odin on your PC with your tablet connected via usb in download mode to your PC and flash the recovery file.
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oh! how to install custom root?

Arkyarao said:
oh! how to install custom root?
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This is the Q&A thread on how to root, so you can see that thread again on how to root.
Custom roms are something else. Root your tablet first and then we can talk about custom roms lol

Arkyarao said:
oh! how to install custom root?
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hehehe. sorry! i didnt know. thank you...is there any other way so we can talk about this in a quick way. like facebook or what. i really need ur help. hehehe. thanks again.
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silentroom said:
Wow thanks, now i can root my friend tab 4 7.0
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help me guys. i have downloaded TWRP through the link posted in the instruction. now i open the Odin and checked the AP box and locate the unzipped file TWRP (recovery.img.tar.md5) but the file is empty. what should i do? can someone give a link for TWRP so that i can continue the process. thanks!

Arkyarao said:
hehehe. sorry! i didnt know. thank you...is there any other way so we can talk about this in a quick way. like facebook or what. i really need ur help. hehehe. thanks again.
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help me guys. i have downloaded TWRP through the link posted in the instruction. now i open the Odin and checked the AP box and locate the unzipped file TWRP (recovery.img.tar.md5) but the file is empty. what should i do? can someone give a link for TWRP so that i can continue the process. thanks!
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Just downloaded the file myself, everything is there (inside the tar - tar is an archive like zip or rar - there is a recovery.img, like there should be). It sounds like you're having trouble using Odin? Google hangouts if you want to chat with me, I had very good reasons to delete my facebook

thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
Just downloaded the file myself, everything is there (inside the tar - tar is an archive like zip or rar - there is a recovery.img, like there should be). It sounds like you're having trouble using Odin? Google hangouts if you want to chat with me, I had very good reasons to delete my facebook
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yeah your right! i really having trouble with odin. haha. i thought it was ok. i only having problem with this... what is tar? and how can i locate the exact file. can u pleasssseee tell me how. i already did everything. haha. oh my God!..please bare with me this time.

Arkyarao said:
yeah your right! i really having trouble with odin. haha. i thought it was ok. i only having problem with this... what is tar? and how can i locate the exact file. can u pleasssseee tell me how. i already did everything. haha. oh my God!..please bare with me this time.
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Download this file to your PC and extract it. Run Odin and point it to that extracted file
When you're flashing your tablet with Odin you have to have your tablet in download mode
To boot your tablet into download mode, first turn it off, then hold down home, vol -, and the power button simultaneously.

thisisapoorusernamechoice said:
Download this file to your PC and extract it. Run Odin and point it to that extracted file
When you're flashing your tablet with Odin you have to have your tablet in download mode
To boot your tablet into download mode, first turn it off, then hold down home, vol -, and the power button simultaneously.
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yeah thats what i did. i followed all the instructions and procedures..ive already found the extracted file. i donwloaded zip manager. now the problem is "md5 is error! binary is invalid" what is this?...what will i do. i didnt know that i have to encounter this.

[Q] Not able to install/flash TWRP

I am not able to install/flash twrp. I have tried almost all free rom installers from play store. My device is rooted using MMM method.
I tried flashify. Used the Openrecovery image file to flash the recovery. It says success but when reboot it says booting failed.
I tried ROM Installer/ROM tool box. same thing. I tried one or 2 more but those were no even showing me success screen.
I tried using command line as described in http://forum.xda-developers.com/mad...overy-twrp-2-8-2-0-recovery-mad-catz-t2973640
Unfortunatly i am not able to install windows driver even. I select the driver folder. windows say Madcatz adb interface driver found but there is no hash in the configuration file. File may be corrupt. Tried multiple times.
earlier i used MMM method to root the device and i was able to install the driver but later i had to reinstall win8.1 and after that i am not able to install the drive.
Any help is appreciated.
Sudhir

Are you using unjustified devs zip file? From the same link.
Try unzipping it to test before flashing it.

gwaldo said:
Are you using unjustified devs zip file? From the same link.
Try unzipping it to test before flashing it.
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yes, I am trying the link from http://forum.xda-developers.com/mad...overy-twrp-2-8-2-0-recovery-mad-catz-t2973640
which takes me to https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=22692 where there us .img file and not any zip. File name is openrecovery-twrp-2.8.2.0-mojo.img. This is what i have downloaded and tried to flash with flashify and rom Installer.

sudhu_26 said:
yes, I am trying the link from http://forum.xda-developers.com/mad...overy-twrp-2-8-2-0-recovery-mad-catz-t2973640
which takes me to https://www.androidfilehost.com/?w=files&flid=22692 where there us .img file and not any zip. File name is openrecovery-twrp-2.8.2.0-mojo.img. This is what i have downloaded and tried to flash with flashify and rom Installer.
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I don't know about flashify.
Other use it, ie http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=59636374&postcount=1
If that fails for you, I would try the same way you used the MMM method.
The instructions are very clear:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57508892&postcount=2
And if you got MMM's root then it's the same thing more or less.
Here's me talking about the process:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3E6TmtsbVA

gwaldo said:
I don't know about flashify.
Other use it, ie http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=59636374&postcount=1
If that fails for you, I would try the same way you used the MMM method.
The instructions are very clear:
http://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=57508892&postcount=2
And if you got MMM's root then it's the same thing more or less.
Here's me talking about the process:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=S3E6TmtsbVA
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Thanks. I finally managed to flash my MOJO with CM12 using a linux machine. But now Playstore service keep crashing. I am not able to connect to play store. within a minute of mojo restart i see a message about Play store stopped responding and i am not able to use play store.
Same message i receive for clock. not sure what does that mean by the time on mojo shows fine even after clock stopped working message.
Is there any post flash process i need to follow?
Thanks in advance.

sudhu_26 said:
Is there any post flash process i need to follow?
Thanks in advance.
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You need to install GAPP's as per the instructions.

Root Method and TWRP for the Samsung A20e - Help - Willing to Pay/Donate

Hi,
I have the Samsung A20e, the bootloader is unlocked, however, i have followed guides from:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-a20/how-to/root-samsung-galaxy-a20-rooting-guide-t3954872
and
https://www.androidinfotech.com/root-samsung-galaxy-a20e-pie/
and
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-galaxy-a20-a20e/
all have failed......
I am more than happy to help test if a device is needed
I have tried partching the entire AP file using Magisk and I get a successful flash but when i try to boot it gives a vbmeta warning.
when i patch only the boot.img using magisk, i get the same error.
If I try to flash the "unofficial Twrp Image" i get a boot loop....
Please can someone help me get my a20e rooted at least, TWRP would be amazing to have but there are no custom roms anyway, so root is the most important for me so i can use titanium backup, energized ad blocking etc......(a lot of apps i have need root access)
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE help me
thanks

You should try to patch your device's boot.img with Magisk and flash it via Odin.

TBM 13 said:
You should try to patch your device's boot.img with Magisk and flash it via Odin.
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Yea I have tried this, I stated in the op, I get error

ParadoxLogic said:
Yea I have tried this, I stated in the op, I get error
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Seems like you also need to flash some kind of vbmeta image. I don't have a lot of experience with newer devices, so i won't be able to help you.

ParadoxLogic said:
Hi,
I have the Samsung A20e, the bootloader is unlocked, however, i have followed guides from:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-a20/how-to/root-samsung-galaxy-a20-rooting-guide-t3954872
and
https://www.androidinfotech.com/root-samsung-galaxy-a20e-pie/
and
https://www.getdroidtips.com/root-galaxy-a20-a20e/
all have failed......
I am more than happy to help test if a device is needed
I have tried partching the entire AP file using Magisk and I get a successful flash but when i try to boot it gives a vbmeta warning.
when i patch only the boot.img using magisk, i get the same error.
If I try to flash the "unofficial Twrp Image" i get a boot loop....
Please can someone help me get my a20e rooted at least, TWRP would be amazing to have but there are no custom roms anyway, so root is the most important for me so i can use titanium backup, energized ad blocking etc......(a lot of apps i have need root access)
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE help me
thanks
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Flash patched AP and only it! Do not even try to flash BL file too!

ExtremeGrief said:
Flash patched AP and only it! Do not even try to flash BL file too!
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So copy the whole AP file to the phone, patch it with magisk and then flash the ap file?

Here is what I did.
DL Zarchiever and Magisk Manager
Copy AP file to phone.
Open Zarchiever and extract AP file.
Extract boot.img.lz4 to get boot.img.
Open Magisk Manager and tap install and select patch.
Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img.
Open Zarchiver and compress boot.img using tar format.
Open odin and flash boot.tar on AP.
When the phone boots you'll be greeted w/somewhat looks like recovery mode just select factory reset.
Note: Enabled OEM unlock and USB Debugging is enabled in Developer Options and BL is unlocked on DL mode

Deluriane said:
Here is what I did.
DL Zarchiever and Magisk Manager
Copy AP file to phone
Open Zarchiever and extract AP file
Extract boot.img.lz4 to get boot.img
Open Magisk Manager and tap install and select patch.
Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img
Open Zarchiver and compress boot.img using tar format.
Open odin and flash boot.tar on AP
Note: Make sure BL is unlocked, enabled OEM unlock and USB Debugging is enabled in Developer Options
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I'll give it a try.... Thank you so much, I hope this works, I have had the phone for 3 weeks now and I can't use it because I need titanium to restore all my stuff.
The smart switch app is terrible, it messes everything up, so I figured wait until I can root and use titanium

ParadoxLogic said:
I'll give it a try.... Thank you so much, I hope this works, I have had the phone for 3 weeks now and I can't use it because I need titanium to restore all my stuff.
The smart switch app is terrible, it messes everything up, so I figured wait until I can root and use titanium
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Fingers crossed! Just send me a PM if you need help.

Deluriane said:
Fingers crossed! Just send me a PM if you need help.
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Seriously? PM? Thank you so much!!!!
Honestly, I have been doing this for 10 years plus, I even remember rooting the HTC Evo 3D and HD2 with damn wires pressed on connectors in the back of the phone!! I know my way around phones, but this A20e has completely stumped me!!!

ParadoxLogic said:
Seriously? PM? Thank you so much!!!!
Honestly, I have been doing this for 10 years plus, I even remember rooting the HTC Evo 3D and HD2 with damn wires pressed on connectors in the back of the phone!! I know my way around phones, but this A20e has completely stumped me!!!
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Yeah, I totally feel you. Did a lot of trial and error w/this phone but got it in the end.
Since you have Zarchiever installed you might want to edit your param file to remove those pesky boot warnings.
Put your BL file on phone.
Open Zarchiever and extract BL
Extract param.bin.lz4 and you'll get param.bin
Using Zarchiever copy and paste svb_orange.jpg and booting_warning.jpg to param.bin
Compress param.bin using tar format.
Open Odin and flash it on BL
Note: Make sure USB debugging is enabled and rooted already.
svb_orange.jpg
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-24ymnWwFbnnY58OKbDddBgOM-KRazfJ/view?usp=drivesdk
booting_warning.jpg
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-4xejJ4Ip_RFTQkmwuRfmpRwtthieCYI/view?usp=drivesdk

ParadoxLogic said:
Seriously? PM? Thank you so much!!!!
Honestly, I have been doing this for 10 years plus, I even remember rooting the HTC Evo 3D and HD2 with damn wires pressed on connectors in the back of the phone!! I know my way around phones, but this A20e has completely stumped me!!!
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How is it going now?

Deluriane said:
Yeah, I totally feel you. Did a lot of trial and error w/this phone but got it in the end.
Since you have Zarchiever installed you might want to edit your param file to remove those pesky boot warnings.
Put your BL file on phone.
Open Zarchiever and extract BL
Extract param.bin.lz4 and you'll get param.bin
Using Zarchiever copy and paste svb_orange.jpg and booting_warning.jpg to param.bin
Compress param.bin using tar format.
Open Odin and flash it on BL
Note: Make sure USB debugging is enabled and rooted already.
svb_orange.jpg
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-24ymnWwFbnnY58OKbDddBgOM-KRazfJ/view?usp=drivesdk
booting_warning.jpg
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1-4xejJ4Ip_RFTQkmwuRfmpRwtthieCYI/view?usp=drivesdk
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Awesome, Thanks so so so much
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Im not at home yet, its 4am, will be trying this in the morning asap

ParadoxLogic said:
So copy the whole AP file to the phone, patch it with magisk and then flash the ap file?
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Yes it works for every other A series 2019 phone, S10 series phone, Note 10 series phone, Fold etc
Basically every 2019 sammy phone
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Deluriane said:
Here is what I did.
DL Zarchiever and Magisk Manager
Copy AP file to phone.
Open Zarchiever and extract AP file.
Extract boot.img.lz4 to get boot.img.
Open Magisk Manager and tap install and select patch.
Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img.
Open Zarchiver and compress boot.img using tar format.
Open odin and flash boot.tar on AP.
When the phone boots you'll be greeted w/somewhat looks like recovery mode just select factory reset.
Note: Enabled OEM unlock and USB Debugging is enabled in Developer Options and BL is unlocked on DL mode
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He will have vbmeta issues if he does that.

Deluriane said:
Here is what I did.
DL Zarchiever and Magisk Manager
Copy AP file to phone.
Open Zarchiever and extract AP file.
Extract boot.img.lz4 to get boot.img.
Open Magisk Manager and tap install and select patch.
Rename magisk_patched.img to boot.img.
Open Zarchiver and compress boot.img using tar format.
Open odin and flash boot.tar on AP.
When the phone boots you'll be greeted w/somewhat looks like recovery mode just select factory reset.
Note: Enabled OEM unlock and USB Debugging is enabled in Developer Options and BL is unlocked on DL mode
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OEM Unlocked, BL in download mode is unlocked, tried what you said and i get a Aqua screen with red text at the top saying something about vbmeta not being signed.
physwizz said:
How is it going now?
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Still No Joy
ExtremeGrief said:
Yes it works for every other A series 2019 phone, S10 series phone, Note 10 series phone, Fold etc
Basically every 2019 sammy phone
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So I did what you suggested, I copied and patched the AP flashed and booted, but when i used a root checker it said i was not rooted.
So I flashed all the original AP, BL, CSC etc, the phone is now booting again.
There must be an extra step somewhere thats getting missed, is there some wipes or something i need to do after odin? Factory reset? Clear Cache
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He will have vbmeta issues if he does that.
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this was correct.

@ParadoxLogic
This is what I did.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80021195&postcount=4

ExtremeGrief said:
Yes it works for every other A series 2019 phone, S10 series phone, Note 10 series phone, Fold etc
Basically every 2019 sammy phone
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Ok So I tried this method again for the 3rd time, I did the following:
1: I took the whole AP file into the download directory
2: selected to patch a file from inside Magisk 7.4
3: it did its thing and created magick_patched.tar
4: Copied magick_patched back to my computer
5: I flashed that in AP, removed the tick from auto reboot
6: then booted to recovery and did a factory reset/cleared cache
7: booted fine into
8: reinstalled magisk manager and it tells me that Magisk 20.1 is not installed
There is nothing wrong with that process is there?
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@ParadoxLogic
This is what I did.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80021195&postcount=4
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Can i ask how you got over the vbmeta issue? I Believe I have tried this and i had a problem with my phone not able to boot, and only going to an aqua coloured screen with red text at the top saying something about the vbmeta wasnt signed.
I will try this again and see what happens, just for laughs, 3rd time lucky lol

ParadoxLogic said:
Ok So I tried this method again for the 3rd time, I did the following:
1: I took the whole AP file into the download directory
2: selected to patch a file from inside Magisk 7.4
3: it did its thing and created magick_patched.tar
4: Copied magick_patched back to my computer
5: I flashed that in AP, removed the tick from auto reboot
6: then booted to recovery and did a factory reset/cleared cache
7: booted fine into
8: reinstalled magisk manager and it tells me that Magisk 20.1 is not installed
There is nothing wrong with that process is there?
Can i ask how you got over the vbmeta issue? I Believe I have tried this and i had a problem with my phone not able to boot, and only going to an aqua coloured screen with red text at the top saying something about the vbmeta wasnt signed.
I will try this again and see what happens, just for laughs, 3rd time lucky lol
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https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80188834&postcount=237

physwizz said:
@ParadoxLogic
This is what I did.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80021195&postcount=4
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Hi,
I tried this again as per the link you sent, this is what i did:
1: extracted the boot.img.lz4
2: used zarchiver to get the boot.img
3: used magisk 7.4 to patch the boot.img
4: used zarchiver to compress to boot.tar
5: flashed the boot.tar in AP in Odin
6: rebooted to recovery and restored factory settings
7: rebooted system
It flashed fine and then also booted up, however the screen stays on for a few seconds then just displays black.
The back light is still on, I can see the screen glow slightly, but the colour of the display is blank and completely black, and I cant get the screen to come back on, so I reinstalled the latest magisk and I seem to have root (Hopefully) !!!!!
Lets see what happens in a day or 2!!!

physwizz said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=80188834&postcount=237
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what did you do with this?