hoy to root galaxy s5 g900v Android 6.0.1 - Verizon Galaxy S 5 Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting

Hello, I hace a galaxy s5 verizon, g900v and I would like too root it, hoy can I root my phone, I would apreciate if someone can help me, thanks in advance

Read this thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370
Your answer should be there because it's been said that you're able to...read, read and read more before asking Dev's help. It should all be in the OP
Also, there's already numerous threads asking this.....just saying....

al50 said:
Read this thread here http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370
Your answer should be there because it's been said that you're able to...read, read and read more before asking Dev's help. It should all be in the OP
Also, there's already numerous threads asking this.....just saying....
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I think the link you gave is for LL, not for MM that he ask for.

A San said:
I think the link you gave is for LL, not for MM that he ask for.
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MM can't be rooted. LL can. You have to revert back to LL in order to root. That's why he provided that link.
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landshark68 said:
MM can't be rooted. LL can. You have to revert back to LL in order to root. That's why he provided that link.
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but what if you unlock the bootloader and put it to pdf4?

Have to have root so u can unlock and also have to have a 15 emmc phone..
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djr4x4 said:
Have to have root so u can unlock and also have to have a 15 emmc phone..
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How do I find out if I have a 15 emmc phone? I was able to unlock the bootloader on PB1 and then upgrade to PF4 then I installed the PF4 stock deodexed but when I tried to install v85 of xposed my verizon screen stayed lol. I read on reddit someone unlocked it then put Cyanogen. Is this possible?

If u have unlocked once before then u r good
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djr4x4 said:
If u have unlocked once before then u r good
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oh ok lol so once I put the PF4 rom I can wipe and put Cyanogen? sorry haven't rooted since Evo 4g lol

wicked_g said:
How do I find out if I have a 15 emmc phone? I was able to unlock the bootloader on PB1 and then upgrade to PF4 then I installed the PF4 stock deodexed but when I tried to install v85 of xposed my verizon screen stayed lol. I read on reddit someone unlocked it then put Cyanogen. Is this possible?
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In the play store, download eMMC Brickbug Check. Your CID should start with 11 or 15. Sounds like if you unlocked the bootloader on PB1 and upgraded to PF4, you probably have 15.

So I just got an Asurion insurance replacement G900V, old one was rooted on 4.4
New one is PF4 6.0.1 and emmc starts with 11.
What can I do with it? can I root it at all?

cjschriver3 said:
So I just got an Asurion insurance replacement G900V, old one was rooted on 4.4
New one is PF4 6.0.1 and emmc starts with 11.
What can I do with it? can I root it at all?
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You can root it with Android 5.0.

OtikaTenkawa said:
You can root it with Android 5.0.
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I'm in the same boat as @cjschriver3. Is there a link with instructions to downgrade, root, then put it back to 6.0.1? Putting it back to 6.0.1 can be optional.

Tango Cheetahs said:
I'm in the same boat as @cjschriver3. Is there a link with instructions to downgrade, root, then put it back to 6.0.1? Putting it back to 6.0.1 can be optional.
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I didn't do a downgrade, I just rooted mine with this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370/
I guess you just need to find a suitable downgrade tutorial.

OtikaTenkawa said:
I didn't do a downgrade, I just rooted mine with this tutorial: http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370/
I guess you just need to find a suitable downgrade tutorial.
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Did you follow the instructions under "Prepare to Root?" If you did, you downgraded to PB1 (LL, Android 5.0). I followed the guide yesterday and got root, but I don't wanna unlock my bootloader to upgrade to PF4 kernal and bootloader. Last time I unlocked the bootloader, I lost my 4G. Otherwise, the guide by @jrkruse is really good ^_^ Just have the issue of not being able to run safestrap to do the last step (Flashing Knox Removal). Guess I'll just start from scratch and flash the PB1 retail image and try again.

Tango Cheetahs said:
Did you follow the instructions under "Prepare to Root?" If you did, you downgraded to PB1 (LL, Android 5.0). I followed the guide yesterday and got root, but I don't wanna unlock my bootloader to upgrade to PF4 kernal and bootloader. Last time I unlocked the bootloader, I lost my 4G. Otherwise, the guide by @jrkruse is really good ^_^ Just have the issue of not being able to run safestrap to do the last step (Flashing Knox Removal). Guess I'll just start from scratch and flash the PB1 retail image and try again.
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Hey Tango, just so that I am clear, are you saying you were able to root your S5 that was on MM with jrkruse's instructions?
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I was able to root my Samsung S5 Galaxy on PJ2 with jrkruse's method

i have a g900v with the pg2 update(android 6.0.1) and cid 11. i've read through the various guides to get root, which involves downgrading to pb1 and rooting that. once i get pb1 rooted, is there a way to upgrade back to mm(pd1, p4, pg2 or pj2) the latest pj2 update and keep root? or will i be stuck on pb1 if i want to keep root?

altwu said:
i have a g900v with the pg2 update(android 6.0.1) and cid 11. i've read through the various guides to get root, which involves downgrading to pb1 and rooting that. once i get pb1 rooted, is there a way to upgrade back to mm(pd1, p4, pg2 or pj2) the latest pj2 update and keep root? or will i be stuck on pb1 if i want to keep root?
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As mentioned numerous times and throughout a good many top threads in the General Section of this VZW Forum, the answer is no if you have the CID 11 to be able to root or keep root once on MM

al50 said:
As mentioned numerous times and throughout a good many top threads in the General Section of this VZW Forum, the answer is no if you have the CID 11 to be able to root or keep root once on MM
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got it. thanks.

Are there any currently working root methods for a device that is on VZW stock PG2 wth emmc 15?

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is there any way too root Marshmallow on locked booloader?:fingers-crossed:
_wal2rosario said:
is there any way too root Marshmallow on locked booloader?:fingers-crossed:
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Not yet. Patience.
Stupifier said:
Not yet. Patience.
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Notice me when this is already. Thanks
Ready but only for unlocked bl
_wal2rosario said:
Notice me when this is already. Thanks
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It is nobody's responsibility to notify you when root is achieved on MM. It is YOUR responsibility to check back in the forums and do a little searching and reading to find out if root has been achieved on MM.
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It is nobody's responsibility to notify you when root is achieved on MM. It is YOUR responsibility to check back in the forums and do a little searching and reading to find out if root has been achieved on MM.
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It is a way to say.
Nandr0idC0nsumer said:
Ready but only for unlocked bl
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If I'm on stock 6.0.1, how to go about downgrading re-unlocking my BL and then getting rooted MM? I was unlocked prior, but locked to take the OTA...
talktosamson said:
If I'm on stock 6.0.1, how to go about downgrading re-unlocking my BL and then getting rooted MM? I was unlocked prior, but locked to take the OTA...
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Odin the full stock PB1 tar
Nandr0idC0nsumer said:
Odin the full stock PB1 tar
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Very doubtful you can downgrade that file from a locked marshmallow ROM via Odin
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Wired4Fun said:
Very doubtful you can downgrade that file from a locked marshmallow ROM via Odin
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I've done it before. You can.
Was on MM, and downgraded to PB1, got root, unlocked bootloader, went back to MM and currently running Phoenix rom. It can be done.. Search the forums.. The info is there..
djr4x4 said:
Was on MM, and downgraded to PB1, got root, unlocked bootloader, went back to MM and currently running Phoenix rom. It can be done.. Search the forums.. The info is there..
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Hey I've just been browsing the forums and catching up on all the new stuff. Last time I was here there was no hope of a bootloader unlocked. I finally upgraded from kit Kat and unlocked mine. I want to try some MM Roms but I'm not sure how to get back to LP then?? Is there a way to get back and keep root? Or would I have to go back to completely stock pb1 and root and start over. Thanks

Stuck on PD1 :(

Tried to update to rooted MM from rooted 5.0 with dev bootloader. Long story short, I lost root and am now on PD1, with PD1 bootloader. I installed the NK2 kernel to try and re-root, but the phone just hangs on the Samsung screen. I have tried Odining back the whole OS to Nk2, and Odin keeps giving me a "FAIL" message.. The only OS that seems to flash without failing is PD1. Any thoughts? Any help/insight would be greatly appreciated. THank you in advance.
kotuamoalt said:
Tried to update to rooted MM from rooted 5.0 with dev bootloader. Long story short, I lost root and am now on PD1, with PD1 bootloader. I installed the NK2 kernel to try and re-root, but the phone just hangs on the Samsung screen. I have tried Odining back the whole OS to Nk2, and Odin keeps giving me a "FAIL" message.. The only OS that seems to flash without failing is PD1. Any thoughts? Any help/insight would be greatly appreciated. THank you in advance.
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cant you downgrade to pb1? downgrade it to pb1 i think it can be downgraded with odin then follow steps from the guide who unlocked bootloader and in general section there is guide to upgrade to mm with rooted and debloated but you need to use the bootloader unlocking thread to install the rom i did it 3 hours ago
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cant you downgrade to pb1
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I AM AT PB1. Thus the title: "Stuck at PB1" I am trying to DOWNGRADE to NK2. (or something rootable)
kotuamoalt said:
I AM AT PB1. Thus the title: "Stuck at PB1" I am trying to DOWNGRADE to NK2. (or something rootable)
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this is rootable http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/66252/G900VVRU2BPB1_G900VVZW2BPB1_VZW/
downgrade to it and as i said use the threads to install 6.0 with root and dev bootloader bro
and you cant downgrade to kitkat now but this LL can be rooted flash it and search for rooting thread for LL
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cant you downgrade to pb1
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I don't think that will help me. I want to root. Unless things have changed, I need to roll back to NK2.
shahram Ali said:
this is rootable http://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/download/66252/G900VVRU2BPB1_G900VVZW2BPB1_VZW/
downgrade to it and as i said use the threads to install 6.0 with root and dev bootloader bro
and you cant downgrade to kitkat now but this LL can be rooted flash it and search for rooting thread for LL
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MY BAD. I am at PD2. PB1 is rootable and PD2 is not? I wish h I had just stayed at rooted OK3.
I don't suppose you have a link?
kotuamoalt said:
MY BAD. I am at PD2. PB1 is rootable and PD2 is not? I wish h I had just stayed at rooted OK3.
I don't suppose you have a link?
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that is bad but if you downgrade to any lollipop you will have some hope bro try and dont give up
shahram Ali said:
cant you downgrade to pb1? downgrade it to pb1 i think it can be downgraded with odin then follow steps from the guide who unlocked bootloader and in general section there is guide to upgrade to mm with rooted and debloated but you need to use the bootloader unlocking thread to install the rom i did it 3 hours ago
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Unfortunately, after installing the NK2 kernel, my phone would hang @ Samsung start screen.
kotuamoalt said:
Unfortunately, after installing the NK2 kernel, my phone would hang @ Samsung start screen.
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cause NK2 kernel is for 4.4.4 or 4.4.2 not 5.0 or 6.0.1 dude are you creazy try lollipop kernels it is my 9hours with verzion mobile so im nooby too but you should try
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that is bad but if you downgrade to any lollipop you will have some hope bro try and dont give up
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I am pretty much resigning myself that I am going to be stuck on PD1, unrooted.. I am having trouble downloading the file, and when it does work, it is SLOOW, so maybe tomorrow I can give it one last try.
kotuamoalt said:
I am pretty much resigning myself that I am going to be stuck on PD1, unrooted.. I am having trouble downloading the file, and when it does work, it is SLOOW, so maybe tomorrow I can give it one last try.
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good luck bro
shahram Ali said:
cause NK2 kernel is for 4.4.4 or 4.4.2 not 5.0 or 6.0.1 dude are you creazy try lollipop kernels it is my 9hours with verzion mobile so im nooby too but you should try
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I was also unable to flash the entire NK2 firmware. And yes I am crazy.

S5 SafeStrap ROM Help...Can I use CM13?

Hi. Using a CID11 device w/ KINGROOT/SAFESTRAP
I know the bootloader is locked and all, but will I still be able to use CyanogenMod 13 ?
http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=kltevzw
I know this is a noob question as the S5 is pretty locked down now 'geocold' is helping the enemy, but is it still at all possible to use CM13 with this safe strap option on a CID11 device.
also is there any other ROMs I could use that are similar with any kind of custom kernel that helps preserve battery life like in the past or is that a no now since the bootloader is locked.
lastly will I loose root if I can do any of the above.
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very new to the S5 please bare with me lol
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Hi. Using a CID11 device w/ KINGROOT/SAFESTRAP
I know the bootloader is locked and all, but will I still be able to use CyanogenMod 13 ?
http://download.cyanogenmod.org/?device=kltevzw
I know this is a noob question as the S5 is pretty locked down now 'geocold' is helping the enemy, but is it still at all possible to use CM13 with this safe strap option on a CID11 device.
also is there any other ROMs I could use that are similar with any kind of custom kernel that helps preserve battery life like in the past or is that a no now since the bootloader is locked.
lastly will I loose root if I can do any of the above.
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very new to the S5 please bare with me lol
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There is a thread on xda about flashing mm custom roms on bootloader locked s5 verizon so try that here is the thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...flash-custom-6-0-1-roms-locked-t3393943/page1
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There is a thread on xda about flashing mm custom roms on bootloader locked s5 verizon so try that here is the thread
http://forum.xda-developers.com/ver...flash-custom-6-0-1-roms-locked-t3393943/page1
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Hey thanks! I'm on 5.0 OK3 will this require me to prepare anything or just ez install threw safestrap touchwiz ? also will I loose my apks/data or do I need to do a back up of such things.
meistfx said:
Hey thanks! I'm on 5.0 OK3 will this require me to prepare anything or just ez install threw safestrap touchwiz ? also will I loose my apks/data or do I need to do a back up of such things.
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You shouldn't lose any data but a backup is always wise
According to the thread you have to be on rooted PB1 firmware and use safestrap
The guide is specific so follow his guide exactly
I would do a back up in Samsung Smart Switch or Samsung kies 3 before you use or use safestrap backup whatever you prefer
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[email protected] said:
You shouldn't lose any data but a backup is always wise
According to the thread you have to be on rooted PB1 firmware and use safestrap
The guide is specific so follow his guide exactly
I would do a back up in Samsung Smart Switch or Samsung kies 3 before you use or use safestrap backup whatever you prefer
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Oh ok, yeah since I'm on OK3 will I need to do the whole KingRoot method again? or if I flash to PB1 from ODIN will I still keep root/safestrap/bb not sure how this all works just started using the S5 today.
Also once that is all done, and I'm on a rooted PB1 ... I'll be able to flash threw safestrap to a MM 6.0.1 ROM ? but when I do this wont I loose root? and I thought root not able to be obtained on MM 6.0.1 with CID11 devices? this is where it gets to be confusing for me, sorry for all the questions
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Oh ok, yeah since I'm on OK3 will I need to do the whole KingRoot method again? or if I flash to PB1 from ODIN will I still keep root/safestrap/bb not sure how this all works just started using the S5 today.
Also once that is all done, and I'm on a rooted PB1 ... I'll be able to flash threw safestrap to a MM 6.0.1 ROM ? but when I do this wont I loose root? and I thought root not able to be obtained on MM 6.0.1 with CID11 devices? this is where it gets to be confusing for me, sorry for all the questions
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You will lose root if you go up to cm13 using this method
If you need root then the linked method above may not be for you
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[email protected] said:
You will lose root if you go up to cm13 using this method
If you need root then the linked method above may not be for you
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Yes I can not use android with out root lol, but thanks for showing me all this anyways its progress I guess, not sure if this handset was worth the money now knowing all this, but I'll stick with it.
I see no point in even bothering to run CM13 or any custom rom really with out the use of root. ehhhh anyway. Backing up my apk/data using a snazzy lil app called MyBackup Pro. for the migration.
Thanks for the help. Looks like I'll be staying on the 5.0 OK3 rom then since at least I have it rooted, and some kind of recovery even tho the whole safestrap touchwiz thing is not pleasing its better than nothing.

Reliable DOWNGRADE stock instructions

I have a Verizon S5 (SM-G900V) currently on 6.0.1, Baseband version G900VVRU2DPJ2. Build number MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPJ2.
Looking for instructions on how to downgrade to 5.0 on this phone without bricking it.
If this is possible, please provide instructions or a good URL to do so.
Thanks
I think all you need to do is Odin stock PB1.
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Yep, just got done. Worked like a charm.
Also, I am thinking about root and custom rom to get rid of the bloat....but I don't want to brick it.
Looks like i will follow these instructions....http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/guide-painiacs-essential-guide-to-t3319848
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Also, I am thinking about root and custom rom to get rid of the bloat....but I don't want to brick it.
Looks like i will follow these instructions....http://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/guide-painiacs-essential-guide-to-t3319848
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I have a GS5 with the same baseband version and build number. Were you able to root or load custom ROM?
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I have a GS5 with the same baseband version and build number. Were you able to root or load custom ROM?
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So, to follow up on this, I downgraded to PB1 and was able to achieve root using instructions I found in the forum. Turns out I have the Toshiba version of the phone, so I'm unable to unlock the bootloader and can't upgrade to MM without losing root.
Still, the information in the forum is very helpful. Just takes some reading and patience,

Any possible root method for G900V

Is there any possible way to root the Verizon Galaxy S5 running marshmallow? I've done tons of research looking for a method to obtain root, but it seems my variant doesn't have anything going for it. My phone is g900vvru2dpg2, and Android 6.0.1. I'm getting rather irritated with TouchWiz, I miss being able to change anything on my old Galaxy S3. Also please excuse me if I'm in the wrong section, I'm brand new to posting on this site.
Hi, bro. There is no method to root MM S5. But you can downgrade to Lollipop 5.0.1 and root it with Kingroot
Install this app from the market and look at the CID.
If it's 15xx... then the answer is "YES", there's a way to have a rooted Verizon Galaxy S5 running marshmallow.
If it's 11xx... then the answer is "NO", only LP.
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Hi, bro. There is no method to root MM S5. But you can downgrade to Lollipop 5.0.1 and root it with Kingroot
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Can you direct me to a guide for downgrading to Lollipop?
Download pb1 stock firmware and flash in odin
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You can find on xda lollipop pb1 stock rom after flashing you can be rooted
stephenjacobes said:
Can you direct me to a guide for downgrading to Lollipop?
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You'll find what you need HERE
EDIT: I'm in the process of doing the same thing so here is a better link to follow https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370
gimmeitorilltell said:
You'll find what you need HERE
EDIT: I'm in the process of doing the same thing so here is a better link to follow https://forum.xda-developers.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370
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Thanks, I've successfully downgraded but the root method provided didn't work for me. Now that I'm on lollipop I think it'll be easier to find support.
stephenjacobes said:
Thanks, I've successfully downgraded but the root method provided didn't work for me. Now that I'm on lollipop I think it'll be easier to find support.
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I had issues during the root process also. What I ended up doing was, after you click on the first bat file, the device sticks at the white screen. Go ahead & do the root process now. The device does NOT have to be booted into the OS for this to root. In fact that's the only way it works. I was able to get mine rooted using the method I linked above.
EDIT: If the root process hangs Close the bat, unplug phone pull battery and reboot phone to recovery (VolUp+Pwr+Home). In recovery wipe cache only and reboot. If phone reboots back to recovery instead, pull battery and manually reboot. Now plug phone back in and Launch Bat #3.
When the above happens you do NOT want to do a battery pull, just go on with the root process.
gimmeitorilltell said:
I had issues during the root process also. What I ended up doing was, after you click on the first bak file, the device sticks at the white screen. Go ahead & do the root process now. The device does NOT have to be booted into the OS for this to root. In fact that's the only way it works. I was able to get mine rooted using the method I linked above.
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Thanks man. I forgot to update this thread, but I did eventually obtain root using the method after about the 3rd or 4th attempt. I guess I just missed steps each try. I am now on Lineage 14.1 with unlocked bootloader and TWRP
G900v downgraded to pb1 rooted and unlckd
Just got done with my g900v...easy step by step instructions thanks to everybody who contributed....try this https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...ewbies-guide-to-install-pb1-rom-root-t3481826
bbsc said:
Install this app from the market and look at the CID.
If it's 15xx... then the answer is "YES", there's a way to have a rooted Verizon Galaxy S5 running marshmallow.
If it's 11xx... then the answer is "NO", only LP.
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My CID is 15xx I am however having trouble finding a guide to root with marshmallow. If you could please direct me to one I would greatly appreciate it.
Tecagaste said:
My CID is 15xx I am however having trouble finding a guide to root with marshmallow.
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Well, it's simple.
You need to have MM ROM, unlocked bootloader and TWRP recovery.
If the ROM isn't rooted yet you can simply download SuperSU zip from chainfire.eu and flash it via TWRP.
Bootloader unlocking guide is here.
MM ROM is here or any other you like.
bbsc said:
Well, it's simple.
You need to have MM ROM, unlocked bootloader and TWRP recovery.
If the ROM isn't rooted yet you can simply download SuperSU zip from chainfire.eu and flash it via TWRP.
Bootloader unlocking guide is here.
MM ROM is here or any other you like.
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Thank you so much! I was really beginning to think there was no way.
Now using Lineage OS

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