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Galaxy Tab S2 - Root, Recovery, ROMs
Index
Post 1
Root
Recovery
Post 2
Flashing ROMs
FAQ
Congratulations! You bought a Galaxy Tab 2 and you want to root. Follow these instructions and you will be well on your way!
I recommend you be on the latest firmware.
Current FW: OH7 5.1.1
Rooting Your Device
Step 1
Download Necessary Files
You will need to download ODIN 3.10.7 from here: ODIN 3.10.7
-Extract the files
You will need to download the correct cf-autoroot from here: [ROOT] CF-autoroot - Galaxy Tab S2 - SM-T810/T710/T715 [19/9/15]
-Please read the entire OP to determine which package you need for your specific device.
If you're on 5.1.1, you will need to flash a permissive custom kernel from here: [KERNEL] Permissive Lollipop 5.1.1 kernel for T710/T810
Step 2 - ONLY IF YOU ARE ON 5.1.1 - If not, continue to Step 3
Flash a custom, SE Linux permissive kernel
-Start your tablet in Download Mode
--Power off
--Press POWER + VOL DOWN + HOME simultaneously until you see a teal screen warning about custom OSs. Press VOL UP to continue into Download Mode
-Plugin your tablet via USB
-Run Odin3 v3.10.7.exe as administrator (right click --> Run As Administrator)
-Under Files [Download] section, click AP and select the kernel package you downloaded earlier.
-Click the Options tab and make sure Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time are the ONLY items checked. DO NOT CHECK Re-Partition!!
-Click start, wait about 10 seconds and your tablet will reboot automatically.
Step 3
ROOT your tablet
-Start your tablet in Download Mode
--Power off
--Press POWER + VOL DOWN + HOME simultaneously until you see a teal screen warning about custom OSs. Press VOL UP to continue into Download Mode
-Plugin your tablet via USB
-Run Odin3 v3.10.7.exe as administrator (right click --> Run As Administrator)
-Under Files [Download] section, click AP and select the cf-autoroot package you downloaded earlier
-Click the Options tab and make sure Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time are the ONLY items checked. DO NOT CHECK Re-Partition!!
-Click start, wait about 20 seconds and your tablet will reboot automatically. It will boot into a recovery screen with a red pirate android. This process will root your device and reboot automatically.Congratulations! You're now rooted!
Custom Recovery
Step 1
Download Necessary Files
You will need to download ODIN 3.10.7 from here: ODIN 3.10.7
-Extract the files
You will need to download the correct TWRP for your device here: [RECOVERY] TWRP 2.8.7.x Lollipop 5.0.2/5.1.1 - SMT810/T710
-Please read the entire OP to determine which package you need for your specific device.
Step 2
Flash a custom recovery
-Start your tablet in Download Mode
--Power off
--Press POWER + VOL DOWN + HOME simultaneously until you see a teal screen warning about custom OSs. Press VOL UP to continue into Download Mode
-Plugin your tablet via USB
-Run Odin3 v3.10.7.exe as administrator (right click --> Run As Administrator)
-Under Files [Download] section, click AP and select the recovery package you downloaded earlier.
-Click the Options tab and make sure Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time are the ONLY items checked. DO NOT CHECK Re-Partition!!
-Click start, wait about 20 seconds and your tablet will reboot automatically.Congratulations! You now have a custom recovery!
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Flashing Custom ROMs
Step 1
Download Custom ROMs
Custom ROMs are usually found in the Development sub-forum located here: Galaxy Tab S2 Android Development
Find the ROM you want and make sure the ROM supports your particular device. Download the ROM to your tab's SD Card.
Step 2
Backup Your Current ROM
-Start your tablet in Recovery mode
--Power off
--Press POWER + VOL UP + HOME simultaneously until you see the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 boot screen and red letters on the top that states: Recovery is not seandroid enforcing
---Let go of all buttons and wait for recovery to boot
--It's ALWAYS a good idea to backup your current ROM. Don't ask why, just do it. Using your recovery of choice, follow the screen prompts to backup your ROM and select DATA, SYSTEM, and BOOT.
Step 3
Flash a Custom ROM
-If you want to "clean flash" (RECOMMENDED)
--Select the option in your recovery of choice to WIPE or FACTORY RESET
-If you want to "dirty flash"
mine
Updated OP with instructions for ROOT and Recovery. Other sections will come in the following days. If you find any errors, please let me know.
so now its a matter of time Custom ROMs such as CM12 comes for the Tab S2. Hoping it comes soon.
slavehunter105 said:
so now its a matter of time Custom ROMs such as CM12 comes for the Tab S2. Hoping it comes soon.
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Well I'm working on a stock based ROM right now. CM will have to be somebody much more talented than myself.
Is root compatible with the 9.7" LTE (T815)? It's basically the same hardware as the T715 so should work but would love a confirmation on this as I don't see it listed the top section of the thread. Thanks much
VeEuzUKY said:
Is root compatible with the 9.7" LTE (T815)? It's basically the same hardware as the T715 so should work but would love a confirmation on this as I don't see it listed the top section of the thread. Thanks much
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Why not just click the link and visit the original thread?
Is there a root for SM-T817T running 5.1.1 build LMY47X.T817TUVUIAOG8?
live4thamuzik said:
Is there a root for SM-T817T running 5.1.1 build LMY47X.T817TUVUIAOG8?
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You can use the t810 root. The only issue is that your stock recovery will say t810. Irrelevant if you install twrp or just root with twrp itself.
Sorry for the complete noob question, but I am running the verizon version of the tablet Model SM-T817V android version 5.1.1.
Is this just like live4thamuziks S2 and my S2 is fully compatible to root using this method? I would reallly not like to brick my device!
Mckitty07 said:
Sorry for the complete noob question, but I am running the verizon version of the tablet Model SM-T817V android version 5.1.1.
Is this just like live4thamuziks S2 and my S2 is fully compatible to root using this method? I would reallly not like to brick my device!
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Nope. You cannot use this method.
Hi,everyone!
Please advise would CF-Autoroot and TWRP work on SM-T815Y?
Thanks, However I think I am going to hold off until there is a root specifically for the t817t on 5.1.1 AOG8 cause I've read that a lot of people who flash the t810 root have bootloop issues, cannot use 4G LTE and cant go back to the stock t817.
live4thamuzik said:
Thanks, However I think I am going to hold off until there is a root specifically for the t817t on 5.1.1 AOG8 cause I've read that a lot of people who flash the t810 root have bootloop issues, cannot use 4G LTE and cant go back to the stock t817.
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The ONLY people having bootloop issues are the ones that don't read instructions properly!
Flashing a t810 kernel on an LTE device will lose LTE connectivity.
There won't be a specific root for T817T as it's the same as the t815.
Worked perfectly! Successfully rooted my new S2 last weekend. Thank you. Was able to FREEZE 40+ running applications via Titanium Root which has had a magnificent impact on battery life. Life is good on the other (rooted) side!
ajindy said:
Worked perfectly! Successfully rooted my new S2 last weekend. Thank you. Was able to FREEZE 40+ running applications via Titanium Root which has had a magnificent impact on battery life. Life is good on the other (rooted) side!
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Which ones did you feeeze?
RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID ENFORCING boot loop
Dear all,
Reeally appricite your effort getting full control of our tab S2!
Clearly I have done something very wrong while rooting, and updating my S2 from LL 5.0.2; I'm now at the point where my 810 tab are in a "endless" booting loop what the top-right corner of the boot screen are showing "RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID ENFORCING", looks like there is an attempt to boot, but it don't succeed.
Before I go further and make things even worse I wonder if you have hints or ideas that can help me get the tab s2 running andirod agian? (please...)
This is what I did:
from factory state wiht 5.0.2 on smt810:
I rooted : smt810_cf_autoroot.tar - booted -root working
I twrp - t810_twrp_LL_5.0.2.tar - booting - all working
I updated the sw : 810_oh7_fw_BigBot96.tar.md5 -- and is **** here, in the RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID ENFORCING loop
Clearly I'm not a expert, that have done something wrong - agian, truly appriciate any hints.
Allan
Allan68 said:
Dear all,
Reeally appricite your effort getting full control of our tab S2!
Clearly I have done something very wrong while rooting, and updating my S2 from LL 5.0.2; I'm now at the point where my 810 tab are in a "endless" booting loop what the top-right corner of the boot screen are showing "RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID ENFORCING", looks like there is an attempt to boot, but it don't succeed.
Before I go further and make things even worse I wonder if you have hints or ideas that can help me get the tab s2 running andirod agian? (please...)
This is what I did:
from factory state wiht 5.0.2 on smt810:
I rooted : smt810_cf_autoroot.tar - booted -root working
I twrp - t810_twrp_LL_5.0.2.tar - booting - all working
I updated the sw : 810_oh7_fw_BigBot96.tar.md5 -- and is **** here, in the RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID ENFORCING loop
Clearly I'm not a expert, that have done something wrong - agian, truly appriciate any hints.
Allan
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It quite clearly states in this thread and MY original root thread that you must install the permissive kernel and the updated twrp for lollipop 5.1.1.
Yahoo!
ashyx said:
It quite clearly states in this thread and MY original root thread that you must install the permissive kernel and the updated twrp for lollipop 5.1.1.
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Yahoo - Yet a example it helps to read before doing. Thanks a zillion!
Hi all,
How are you?
I've been looking at these forums for most of the day, though am still quite confused. If someone could assist to clarify it would be much appreciated (as I would like to avoid to brick my phone).
I'm currently running Stock Android, Marshmallow version 6.0.1 with the 1 November 2016 Security Patch.
The model of my phone SM-G900I (Australian edition).
So I've come across the following links with the instructions on how to root and install recovery, though quite confusing.
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2699648
Recovery Query?
I understand that you need to download the Samsung Drivers and Odin.
I've downloaded the TWRP files for my phone - twrp-3.0.2-2-klte.img.tar and twrp-3.0.2-2-klte.img.tar.asc
Do I need to use the twrp-3.0.2-2-klte.img.tar.asc file at all?
Root Query
Is the towelroot method of rooting the S5 still relevant. The reason I ask, is that when I had posted an initial question on the XDA assist, I was advised that this may not work.
If the towelroot method is no longer relevant, would the CF-Autoroot method below work?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2696537
If neither of the above methods work I have seen mentions of "flashing root" via TWRP.
Are there any known instructions on how to do that on XDA or any other website?
Or is it just a matter of obtaining the superSU zip file from https://download.chainfire.eu/696/supersu/ and flashing it?
The other information seems straight forward re using the Samsung Tool to backing up the device and the EFS .
Any help would be much appreciated.
Thank you.
just flash the .img file in download mode, and dont use the asc file at all. also dont use twrp 3.0.2-2, just use 3.0.2 (not 3.0.2-1 or 3.0.2-2 as they can be pretty buggy). Towelroot has long since become irrelevant back in the 5.0 days unfortunately so all you need to do is find the appropriate supersu.zip file and put it on your phones sd card (either internal or external), boot into recovery an install that zip via TWRP then reboot. Should be good to go. The classic "root via recovery" method
Paul_Lunardi said:
Hi all,
How are you?
I've been looking at these forums for most of the day, though am still quite confused. If someone could assist to clarify it would be much appreciated (as I would like to avoid to brick my phone).
Recovery Query?
I understand that you need to download the Samsung Drivers and Odin.
I've downloaded the TWRP files for my phone - twrp-3.0.2-2-klte.img.tar and twrp-3.0.2-2-klte.img.tar.asc
Do I need to use the twrp-3.0.2-2-klte.img.tar.asc file at all?
Root Query
Is the towelroot method of rooting the S5 still relevant. The reason I ask, is that when I had posted an initial question on the XDA assist, I was advised that this may not work.
If the towelroot method is no longer relevant, would the CF-Autoroot method below work?
http://forum.xda-developers.com/show....php?t=2696537
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1. Plug in your phone and let the drivers load.
If phone unrecognized then head to Playstore you can find loads of apps for drivers
2.unplug your phone and turn it off
3.Load odin.
Some versions of Odin are outdated. So watch for that.
4.Holding your turned off phone. Hold the volume down power and home buttons. Done correctly it should bring you to a page saying custom Roms can damage your blah blah. Volume up to continue down to reboot. Plug your phone in then Push volume up if you feel ready to Join us Oh Padawan.
Now I am sorry for the lengthy information, most likely you have already gotten to this point, but I just want to make the same page for you and future readers. No point in asking a bunch of potentially irrelevant questions when one explanation is sufficient.
5. Odin should find your phone which will be represented by a lit up colored square on the left side indicating a Com:value# which number is of little consequence just tells you which port it found it at. Do not dwell on this.
6. Using an extraction program such as .7z take your CF auto root .Tar file, not the .Asc, and extract. You should be able to find an file with ap in the extension.
7.Take the path from the URL bar of this window including the name of the ap file and copy it over to Odin. In Odin you will see the place to put it is represented by AP.
8. CLICK START AND WAIT WITH JEOPARDY MUSIC.
9. IT MAY REBOOT A FEW TIMES BUT UNTIL IT SAYS success OR FAIL IN ODIN DO NOT TOUCH.
10. Repeat steps 7-9 for twrp.img
10. Now taking this was a success turn your phone off. Unplug and holding volume UP power and home Gets you into twrp recovery. If all is well you can reboot into system. Ignore the kernel warning.
^^^^^ theres the long explanation LoL ^^^^^^^^ i disagree with step 9, but meh
Hi all,
Thanks for the detailed instructions.
So it appears that you can perform the task in 2 ways, ie
* By initially flashing TWRP first using Odin (whilst phone is in download mode), then running the TWRP and then copying over the supersu file to the sd card, then flashing this.
Or alternatively, following the above steps which first
* roots the phone by using Odin within download mode and the "cf auto root" file. Then once again using odin and flashing the TWRP file via odin.
This is my understanding.
Please let me know if I've misunderstood, otherwise thanks all. I'll be giving it a try soon.
My eventual goal is to install the Resurrection Remix Rom, so fingers crossed.
Paul_Lunardi said:
Hi all,
Thanks for the detailed instructions.
So it appears that you can perform the task in 2 ways, ie
* By initially flashing TWRP first using Odin (whilst phone is in download mode), then running the TWRP and then copying over the supersu file to the sd card, then flashing this.
Or alternatively, following the above steps which first
* roots the phone by using Odin within download mode and the "cf auto root" file. Then once again using odin and flashing the TWRP file via odin.
This is my understanding.
Please let me know if I've misunderstood, otherwise thanks all. I'll be giving it a try soon.
My eventual goal is to install the Resurrection Remix Rom, so fingers crossed.
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the cf auto root file usually isnt necessary, nor is flashing supersu really as the newer twrps have the root function built right in. Itll ask you if you want to enable superuser rights the first time you boot into it. Just swipe right and its rooted. Alternatively, flashing supersu from within twrp or the cf auto root also work. CF is the acronym for the dev ChainFire, he is the man (or she, and conversely "the woman" or whatever LOL)!! But the crux of what you need is twrp installed, from there youre usually set. Get rooted, make a nand of your stock setup and flash away. Also, id make sure to download the stock tar.md5 file of your phones firmware in case all goes awry (or to hell in a handbasket or enter clever euphemism for stuff going bad here) so you can flash the stock tarball in Odin if you get stuck in an endless bootloop and your stock restore file doesnt work. Also, when resoring from AOSP to TouchWiz or vice versa, does require a few boxes to be checked for it to work, but it happens all the time. Happy flashing and feel free to ask away if you run into anything man!
Thanks all for clarifying.
I did have some difficulties along the way though I did successfully install twrp.
So I downloaded one of the latest versions of odin on mums computer. Laiche the twrp tar file in the ap section. Loaded it then restarted the device. Ran recovery though it was still the default android recovery ie it appeared as though nothing had changed. I looked at another forum which suggested to turn ooff the auto reboot option in odin and perform a battery pull and then launch directly into twrp. This actually worked after much agony.
I then loaded a superuser zip and flashed it onto the phone.
Rebooted confirmed that the phone was rooted.
I then relaunched the twrp recovery and ran a nand? backup of my device. Then I attempted to install a custom rom ie resurrection remix. Unfortunately it did load though the screen appeared to freeze after boot and was therefore unusable. Thank goodness the restoring of the backup worked.
I'll reattempt the installation of a custom rom very soon. Fingers crossed.
Thanks.
Hi guys, I'm asking here because I'm really confused about the large number of versions of this phone. I'm looking for a simple method to root my SMJ500FN. I see lot of variants so i can't know if the process of a 'x' version is equal to mine. Tia
Jacopo97 said:
Hi guys, I'm asking here because I'm really confused about the large number of versions of this phone. I'm looking for a simple method to root my SMJ500FN. I see lot of variants so i can't know if the process of a 'x' version is equal to mine. Tia
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This is quite common question and already answered before... I've wrote the guide below, took me some time since I've done it on phone :S
Anyway, next time please search before asking a question as there may be already an answer.
There is also a thread with Q&A, basic informations and ROMs / kernels list.
Click below to see the guide.
TWRP for 5.1.1: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j5/development/recovery-samsung-galaxy-j5-t3468844 .
TWRP for 6.0.1: https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-j5/development/recovery-samsung-galaxy-j500f-t3416960 .
If you already have TWRP installed, then check step 3) and then skip to step9).
1) Download Odin. I'm using v3.09.
2) Download the right TWRP according to your android version and J5 model.
3) Download one of these:
- SuperSU
- phh's SuperUser which is Open Source.
- Magisk Systemless Root which is Open Source too.
4) Go to Settings > About phone and tap 7 times the build number to unlock Developer Options.
5) Go to Settings > Developer Options and enabled OEM unlock option (something like that).
6) Boot the phone in download mode, by holding Power + Home + Volume down buttons same time and choose continue or something like that.
7) Open Odin and connect your phone to PC. Make sure that the USB drivers is installed on your PC. Usually this is done automatically by Windows when you connect your phone to PC.
8) Now in Odin you should see a number at ID:COM or similar. Press "AP" button and choose the TWRP file you've downloaded and start to flash.
If you're flashing TWRP 6.0.1, then untick the auto reboot option in Odin before starting to flash. Once the flashing process is done, unplug your phone from PC, take out the battery and boot in TWRP by holding Power + Home + Volume UP buttons same time.
9) Boot in TWRP by holding Power + Home + Volume UP buttons same time.
10) Flash the root file you've downloaded at step 3) (SuperSU / phh SuperUser / Magisk).
11) Reboot and profit.
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Cheers.
Not working
#Henkate said:
This is quite common question and already answered before... I've wrote the guide below, took me some time since I've done it on phone :S
Anyway, next time please search before asking a question as there may be already an answer.
There is also a thread with Q&A, basic informations and ROMs / kernels list.
Click below to see the guide.
Cheers.
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I followed this guide exactly but its not working for me.also tryied CF AUTOROOT METHOD but that also not worked as i got RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID error
My phone model is J500f
OS 6.1 marshmallow
amarpal120 said:
I followed this guide exactly but its not working for me.also tryied CF AUTOROOT METHOD but that also not worked as i got RECOVERY IS NOT SEANDROID error
My phone model is J500f
OS 6.1 marshmallow
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So you flashed TWRP 6.0.1 right?
You did this?
If you're flashing TWRP 6.0.1, then untick the auto reboot option in Odin before starting to flash. Once the flashing process is done, unplug your phone from PC, take out the battery and boot in TWRP by holding Power + Home + Volume UP buttons same time.
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I never had problems with the rooting process.
#Henkate said:
So you flashed TWRP 6.0.1 right?
You did this?
I never had problems with the rooting process.
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this also not worked
when i try to boot straight into recovery after inserting battery again i get "recovery is not seandroid" error
this is my second time to try rooting my phone after i failed and gave up a year ago.
i have got itchy fingers for a new phone but nothing is grabbing me, so i'd like to try and root this and use it for longer.
i have tried various methods with no luck.
my phone is a note 4, bought from the three network in ireland in may 2015 and is unlocked by three.
model number - SM-N910F
android version - 6.0.1
security patch level - 1 march 2017
baseband version - N910FXXS1DQA2
kernel version - 3.10.40-9117724 [email protected] #1
build number - MMB29M.N910FXXS1DQC6
i apologise if i am missing a thread with my answer....and will be very grateful for any help.
I hope this helps:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/note-4/general/root-note-4-sm-n910c-t2977948
thanks.
following this - http://rootmygalaxy.net/install-twrp-root-samsung-galaxy-note-4-android-6-0-1-marshmallow/
stuck on...after flashing TWRP recovery using ODIN, and rebooting using vol up, power and home...it just boots into the old recovery every time
got it. sorted now
dougm1970 said:
thanks.
following this - http://rootmygalaxy.net/install-twrp-root-samsung-galaxy-note-4-android-6-0-1-marshmallow/
stuck on...after flashing TWRP recovery using ODIN, and rebooting using vol up, power and home...it just boots into the old recovery every time
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When you flash twrp. Untick auto reboot. Let it flash, till it is complete. Unplug. Pull battery. Put back in. Then immediately reboot into recovery by holding pwr+vol up+home
Plus use the new Twrp
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxynote4qualcomm.html
Where are the non add files to download!!
I can't seem to access the correct root, unlocker, and recovery file needed to root my Samsung
aaron74 said:
When you flash twrp. Untick auto reboot. Let it flash, till it is complete. Unplug. Pull battery. Put back in. Then immediately reboot into recovery by holding pwr+vol up+home
Plus use the new Twrp
https://twrp.me/devices/samsunggalaxynote4qualcomm.html
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Kaybabe4 said:
I can't seem to access the correct root, unlocker, and recovery file needed to root my Samsung
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I don't understand "non add files"
How to root:
Download Odin here!
Download TWRP here for Note4 model trlte!
Download SuperSU zip files here!
Use Pc to install Odin and use Odin to install TWRP.
Then copy Supersu to phones SD card. And use TWRP to install it.
All done!
Use Google or search XDA. There are multiple links that show how to use with more detail.
A bit about this post.
I just want to share the links that was useful to me when I was working on my girlfriends phone. Its an awesome device.
I gathered the links and added some troubleshooting tips that helped me out. I hope it does help you too. Enjoy.
UPDATE 09/21/2017
For firmware, stock images and download needs .
Visit https://desktop.firmware.mobi
It was made by our lord Chainfire.
Stock ROMS for SM-G930W8
Updato Rom Download Collections
Stock Recoveries for Galaxy S7 G930W8 Rogers
Marshmallow 6.0 G930W8VLU2BQB6
Download
Nougat 7.0 G930W8VLU2BQH1
Download
How to extract Recovery from Firmwares
How To Extract Stock Recovery From Samsung Firmware
How to Root Galaxy S7 with Magisk
Click Here for MaxLee Guide or Watch Video Below
Download Root, TWRP, Magisk Kit
Video Link
Troubleshooting on Installing Magisk inside TWRP
Problem: When you can't find the zip files on the internal, external sd or otg.
Symtoms
sd card / otg / internalsd showing as 0 mb or mount error.
you can see folders but not files.
How to fix it
Follow the steps below. WARNING: Wiping DATA will delete your files on your internal storage (emulated sd)
Requirements: Copy Magiskv14 , MagiskManager ,AntirootRemoval inside External SDCARD. Insert in the phone.
Boot to TWRP Recovery (VOLUP+HOME+POWER)
Go to Wipe > Format Data
Press back key, then choose reboot > Recovery
Inside recovery, install the necessary zip files.
How to Restore the Mobile Data and Mobile Hotspot Quick Settings Toggles on Samsung Galaxy Devices
Click here for the full steps
How to Restore to Stock Firmware
Video Link
Tweaks for Battery Life
Disable Wifi Scanning - Settings>Privacy and Safety>Location>Improve Accuracy
https://www.androidcentral.com/fix-battery-life-galaxy-s7
Fix Wifi Lag on S7
Automatic
Set DNS as google using DNS Changer
Manual
Enable Developer mode on your S7 or S7 Edge.
In the new "Developer options" in "Settings" change "Use legacy DHCP client" from OFF to ON.
Anothery Way
Change DNS settings
If the above tips did not work for you, its time to take things to the next level. If the Galaxy S7 is the only device in your Wi-Fi network to suffer from slow speeds, you can try changing the DNS server used on the handset.
For this, you will first have to make the device forget the existing Wi-Fi network. Then, tap on its name to join again, but before you enter the password, tap on ‘Show advanced options.’ Now proceed to tap ‘IP Settings’ and select ‘Static’ from the list. Leave other IP settings as they are, and simply enter the DNS server you’d like to use in the DNS text field area. You can try using Google DNS first (8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4) or OpenDNS (208.67.222.222) to see if they fix the Wi-Fi woes on your S7 or not.
Important Tools
ADB Installer
Latest Odin
Samsung USB Drivers
Wireless ADB Root - Download
Magisk Thread
Fix Odin Device Info Fail when Restoring (Credits to Original Poster)
Method 1
Open Odin, place all the necessary files into their slots.
Go the the options tab, make sure "Auto Reboot" IS ticked.
Press "start", but as soon as you do, hold down VolumeDown+Home+Power on your phone.
Odin will fail and your phone will reboot into download mode again.
Now press "Start" in Odin again, and your phone should flash without a problem.
This might take a few attempts to get right.
Method 2 (Another Variation)
Download the stock for your phone.
Boot into download mode by pressing ( power + volume down + home button) and stop at the screen of continue and reboot.
Press volume down to restart phone
Quickly boot back into download mode by pressing (power + volume down + home button)
Press continue
Install firmware with Odin
Wait for the firmware to be installed
Ready.
How I Rooted my G930W8
Don't skip any of the step.
First clean install the latest Nougat 7.0 G930W8VLU2BQH1 - Guide
Download the MagiskFilesRoot, unzip it in the sdcard, slide it inside your phone
Boot up S7 then setup the normal way
Enable Developer Options - System > About Phone > Build Number > Tap 7 Times, press back.
Select Developer Options then Turn on ADB Debugging & OEM Unlock
Disable the Samsung Factory Reset Protection if you have it enabled
Put phone in download mode
Download TWRP using this twrp-3.1.1-0-herolte.img.tar
Open Odin, uncheck AutoReboot, check AP point to the TWRP we just downloaded. Hit Start
Once its finished, do Recovery Combo (Power + VolumeUp + HomeButton)
It will reboot in TWRP Recovery, flash MagiskV14.zip, if you have problem seeing files wipe DATA and then reboot to recovery again using TWRP, select SDCARD as storage then flash MagiskV14.zip
Reboot the phone, wait 10-15 minutes then install MagiskManager.apk
Optional - Open Magisk Manager, select SuperUser then open Download. Install Busybox by 0sm0sis.
You are now running systemless root
Refer to MaxLee Video on Rooting S7 with Magisk - Guide
Did you manage to root the G930W8 on nougat 7.0 build with this method? I've had nothing but problems attempting to root for the last few days. Tried cf-auto root and this magisk method early on in my attempts with no success. I've just fine a full clean build flash and restore and would really like to root but am worried I'm just going to get no where again and spend hours getting back to where I'm at now...
v2kai said:
Did you manage to root the G930W8 on nougat 7.0 build with this method? I've had nothing but problems attempting to root for the last few days. Tried cf-auto root and this magisk method early on in my attempts with no success. I've just fine a full clean build flash and restore and would really like to root but am worried I'm just going to get no where again and spend hours getting back to where I'm at now...
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Yes. Refer to second post. I'm now running the latest nougat with magiskv14 systemless root. Its better that way, I can still use snapchat and banking applications.
What was the problem you are having?
Xygote said:
Yes. Refer to second post. I'm now running the latest nougat with magiskv14 systemless root. Its better that way, I can still use snapchat and banking applications.
What was the problem you are having?
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Having trouble as well.
I get message "integrity check failed" after flashing magisk via twrp a step 11 then makes me reset the phone but because of the custom recovery it only bootloops.
Then i restart the whole process again only to stop at step 11.
Is there a step i'm missing?
Start all over again, but on step 11 follow this.
Try it this way:
When you boot up to TWRP, swipe allow modification. Flash MagiskV14.zip, then if it says install TWRP app, press "do not install".
If you have problem seeing files wipe DATA and then reboot to recovery again using TWRP, select SDCARD as storage then flash MagiskV14.zip
I tried it but i accidentally let the phone reboot after flashing twrp and it failed the integrity check and started bootlooping. I entered recovery and grabbed the log which i attached here.
So I did the steps again but used this steps from the other guide for exynos models
At this point, you will reach the screen asking you if you want to allow system modifications.
By swiping right, you will trigger dm-verity, and if you don't follow the next step you will be unable to boot!
If you are going to root your device and follow the rest of these steps, then it is safe to swipe right and enable modifications.
If you want to use Systemless DevBase, then do not swipe. Keep it as read only.
Go to Wipe and click on format data. Type "yes" and it will format.
Now go back to home and click on "Reboot" then click on "Recovery" Option.
Then went from step 11 here and what you said to flash magisk and it worked.
My phone is finally debloated.
I tried your steps many times but everytime it's failing. Everytime it fails when installing "system". I've tried with different CSC version firmwares but it failed with each one of them. I', 100% sure that it is G930W8 S7 Flat because it was running on the same version of custom ROMs.
cy56 said:
I tried your steps many times but everytime it's failing. Everytime it fails when installing "system". I've tried with different CSC version firmwares but it failed with each one of them. I', 100% sure that it is G930W8 S7 Flat because it was running on the same version of custom ROMs.
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Same here... I tried it on two different stock roms with no luck.
I almost soft bricked my s7 which was working perfectly before applying the patch. It was giving me dm-verity error at boot...
I was able to flash it back and make it working using full stock rom.
I highly recommend readers to NOT apply the above Magisk Root on their G930W8 (S7).
DeCoDish
sorry if this is in the wrong section i have galaxy s7 its on android 7.0 my power button is broken doesnt work at all i normally dont let my phone power down completley cause of it and it has ive tried rebooting the phone usin volume down and then plugging into computer and it just brings up the charge screen is there any other ways i can get this phone powered on even if i have to download something on my computer i will pleaqse help if possible
Have you tried these suggestions?
https://www.addictivetips.com/android/turn-on-an-android-phone-with-a-broken-power-button/
I just want to confirm this, since it's not explicitly mentioned in the post... When you root it trips KNOX, which locks you out from Disconnect Pro, Samsung Health, and Samsung Pay. Does this also mean that Android pay will not work either? Or does this method allow for Android pay to work?
If not, is there a workaround yet?
Scraggarax said:
I just want to confirm this, since it's not explicitly mentioned in the post... When you root it trips KNOX, which locks you out from Disconnect Pro, Samsung Health, and Samsung Pay. Does this also mean that Android pay will not work either? Or does this method allow for Android pay to work?
If not, is there a workaround yet?
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There are many reports on the XDA forums that Android Pay works with Magisk systemless root and with tripped Knox on S7 (as opposed to Samsung Pay which will not work once Knox is tripped).
Xygote said:
A bit about this post.
I just want to share the links that was useful to me when I was working on my girlfriends phone. Its an awesome device.
I gathered the links and added some troubleshooting tips that helped me out. I hope it does help you too. Enjoy.
UPDATE 09/21/2017
For firmware, stock images and download needs .
Visit https://desktop.firmware.mobi
It was made by our lord Chainfire.
Stock ROMS for SM-G930W8
Updato Rom Download Collections
Stock Recoveries for Galaxy S7 G930W8 Rogers
Marshmallow 6.0 G930W8VLU2BQB6
Download
Nougat 7.0 G930W8VLU2BQH1
Download
How to extract Recovery from Firmwares
How To Extract Stock Recovery From Samsung Firmware
How to Root Galaxy S7 with Magisk
Click Here for MaxLee Guide or Watch Video Below
Download Root, TWRP, Magisk Kit
Video Link
Troubleshooting on Installing Magisk inside TWRP
Problem: When you can't find the zip files on the internal, external sd or otg.
Symtoms
sd card / otg / internalsd showing as 0 mb or mount error.
you can see folders but not files.
How to fix it
Follow the steps below. WARNING: Wiping DATA will delete your files on your internal storage (emulated sd)
Requirements: Copy Magiskv14 , MagiskManager ,AntirootRemoval inside External SDCARD. Insert in the phone.
Boot to TWRP Recovery (VOLUP+HOME+POWER)
Go to Wipe > Format Data
Press back key, then choose reboot > Recovery
Inside recovery, install the necessary zip files.
How to Restore the Mobile Data and Mobile Hotspot Quick Settings Toggles on Samsung Galaxy Devices
Click here for the full steps
How to Restore to Stock Firmware
Video Link
Tweaks for Battery Life
Disable Wifi Scanning - Settings>Privacy and Safety>Location>Improve Accuracy
https://www.androidcentral.com/fix-battery-life-galaxy-s7
Fix Wifi Lag on S7
Automatic
Set DNS as google using DNS Changer
Manual
Enable Developer mode on your S7 or S7 Edge.
In the new "Developer options" in "Settings" change "Use legacy DHCP client" from OFF to ON.
Anothery Way
Change DNS settings
If the above tips did not work for you, its time to take things to the next level. If the Galaxy S7 is the only device in your Wi-Fi network to suffer from slow speeds, you can try changing the DNS server used on the handset.
For this, you will first have to make the device forget the existing Wi-Fi network. Then, tap on its name to join again, but before you enter the password, tap on ‘Show advanced options.’ Now proceed to tap ‘IP Settings’ and select ‘Static’ from the list. Leave other IP settings as they are, and simply enter the DNS server you’d like to use in the DNS text field area. You can try using Google DNS first (8.8.8.8, 8.8.4.4) or OpenDNS (208.67.222.222) to see if they fix the Wi-Fi woes on your S7 or not.
Important Tools
ADB Installer
Latest Odin
Samsung USB Drivers
Wireless ADB Root - Download
Magisk Thread
Fix Odin Device Info Fail when Restoring (Credits to Original Poster)
Method 1
Open Odin, place all the necessary files into their slots.
Go the the options tab, make sure "Auto Reboot" IS ticked.
Press "start", but as soon as you do, hold down VolumeDown+Home+Power on your phone.
Odin will fail and your phone will reboot into download mode again.
Now press "Start" in Odin again, and your phone should flash without a problem.
This might take a few attempts to get right.
Method 2 (Another Variation)
Download the stock for your phone.
Boot into download mode by pressing ( power + volume down + home button) and stop at the screen of continue and reboot.
Press volume down to restart phone
Quickly boot back into download mode by pressing (power + volume down + home button)
Press continue
Install firmware with Odin
Wait for the firmware to be installed
Ready.
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I followed these directions exactly but when I boot into TWRP and attempt to install the Magisk.zip I recieve the following errors stating "could not mount /data partition" then causing the phone to bootloop until I flash the stock firmware again.
Why is this happening?
benberger88 said:
So I did the steps again but used this steps from the other guide for exynos models
At this point, you will reach the screen asking you if you want to allow system modifications.
By swiping right, you will trigger dm-verity, and if you don't follow the next step you will be unable to boot!
If you are going to root your device and follow the rest of these steps, then it is safe to swipe right and enable modifications.
If you want to use Systemless DevBase, then do not swipe. Keep it as read only.
Go to Wipe and click on format data. Type "yes" and it will format.
Now go back to home and click on "Reboot" then click on "Recovery" Option.
Then went from step 11 here and what you said to flash magisk and it worked.
My phone is finally debloated.
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can you clarify(link to) what combination of steps you used to achieve a successful root? I havent attempted again since my last attempt but it sounds like you had some success. If you'd share it'd be really helpful and appreciated. Would really like to get root back on my phone
also just to clarify, I'm on nougat 7.0 with security patch Nov 1, 2017
Thanks
Avengement said:
I followed these directions exactly but when I boot into TWRP and attempt to install the Magisk.zip I recieve the following errors stating "could not mount /data partition" then causing the phone to bootloop until I flash the stock firmware again.
Why is this happening?
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If its first time TWRP installation then you need to Format data (Caution: Format data will format the Phone internal storage and you need to backup files first if you have in phone storage like photos video and etc) After formatting data it Will allow to read and write the data partition). Further once you Flash TWRP then Super SU or Magist (Root) is compulsory to boot normal unless its bootloop
Any of you recommend holding off on the root till the Oreo update? Also, does rooting change the kernel to a different one? I wanna avoid battery/performance issues if I can by staying on the stock kernel.
MirzaAwais said:
If its first time TWRP installation then you need to Format data (Caution: Format data will format the Phone internal storage and you need to backup files first if you have in phone storage like photos video and etc) After formatting data it Will allow to read and write the data partition). Further once you Flash TWRP then Super SU or Magist (Root) is compulsory to boot normal unless its bootloop
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How do you format the drive? What type of file system do you format it to? At what point in this tutorial is this done?
hi
can someone confirm a procedure for rooting s7 on exynos cpu
would be more than appreciated
thanks
nate