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Firmware - HOME_CSC - Odin 3.10.7

How to flash the firmware (5 files in archive) to your s7edge?
AP, CP & BL I understand, but the 2 CSC-files...?
CSC -> there's a PIT inside and will wipe your device
HOME_CSC -> the data should stay on your device
Today I tried to update with HOME_CSC, everything was OK, but at the end Odin 3.10.7 FROZE at "meta-data" (this folder is in the HOME_CSC file): nothing happened anymore and I had to pull the cable
Smart Switch didn't recognize my S7edge anymore for the "Emergency Firmware Repair"!
Luckely, Odin did recognize my device and could install the firmware with the "normal" CSC-file and afterwards my device was reset...
I hope someone has a solution on this, because I don't want to install everytime again and again...

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same happened to me. I have the same question...

cristy78 said:
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same happened to me. I have the same question...
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How did you get your device working again?

henklbr said:
How did you get your device working again?
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Well, the flash went just fine. No problems except the device reset at factory settings. As brand new one....
But of course I would like to know how to flash without resetting the device.

I had the same problem yesterday when used Home_CSC... flashed again with normal CSC and went back to normal with a formated user data
We really need a solution to that... What would happen if we skipped the CSC file when flashing thru ODIN?

Flashing with CSC and not home_CSC will also reset your CSC.
Eg: I was on VODAFONE Romania and flashed stock unbranded using CSC. The result was I lost my ROM (from Romania) CSC, and defaulted to XEO from the multi CSC.
In this situation you cannot go back to your original CSC even after flashing using Smart Switch.
Rooting is the only option then and that will trip Knox.
Sent from my SM-G935F using Tapatalk

anybody figured this out?

Just had the same problem flashing with HOME_CSC it got stuck in ODIN and had to pull the cable.
Had to turn off phone and boot again in download mode to flash again with a straight CSC.

insaned said:
Just had the same problem flashing with HOME_CSC it got stuck in ODIN and had to pull the cable.
Had to turn off phone and boot again in download mode to flash again with a straight CSC.
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Have a look at this thread:
OFFICIAL STOCK Firmware-update (Odin) thread Samsung GALAXY S7Edge SM-G935F

henklbr said:
Have a look at this thread:
OFFICIAL STOCK Firmware-update (Odin) thread Samsung GALAXY S7Edge SM-G935F
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Thanks for the heads up. good job

What is the benefit of flashing Home_CSC instead of just CSC?

BCSC said:
What is the benefit of flashing Home_CSC instead of just CSC?
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+1 for that question...
If some can clear us out whats inside of both files and diffrences it would be great ...

V_B said:
+1 for that question...
If some can clear us out whats inside of both files and diffrences it would be great ...
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CSC contains an instruction that allow Odin to wipe the DATA
Code:
--update_package=CACHE:recovery/sec_csc.zip
--carry_out=csc_factory
--wipe_data
HOME_CSC contains instruction only to allow wipe of cache BUT the original HOME_CSC can cause Odin to freeze at the end of the flashing process.
Code:
--update_package=CACHE:recovery/sec_csc.zip
--carry_out=csc_home
--wipe_cache
That's why you need to modify the HOME_CSC using the CYGWIN tool.

Just dont flash the home csc. I never did it. Everything work greats.

mercifool said:
Just dont flash the home csc. I never did it. Everything work greats.
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HOME_CSC is supported on Odin version 3.11 or later. It's okay to flash it now.

Sorry to revive this thread but when a downgrade is done from Nougat back to Marshmallow a factory reset via recovery must be required if flashing HOME_CSC. Otherwise just use normal CSC on downgrade.

thank you

Samsung S6 Active G890A
Hello,
Where do I find a HOME_CSC file for Samsung S6 Active SM-G890A device?

How do I update to latest firmware through Odin? (Not the standard question)

Hi
As my country haven't gotten the latest update, I decided to download it through SamFirm (official firmware from Samsungs servers, just not capped in download speed like Sammobile).
But the thing is, that after decrypting, it's giving me 5 files and not just one .tar
The first 3 are named AP_xxx, BL_xxx and CP_xxx so it's pretty easy to guess where I should but them. But the last two files are named CSC_AUT and HOME_CSC_AUTO, so which should I use in the CSC slot?
Also, the UMS slot is greyed out, after putting one in the CSC slot and is stating that the firmware is only filling 65mb, even though it fills 1.8gb.
Anyone know what to do?
Thanks in advance

Hi,
Direct quote
"For some reason Samsung are now providing 5 files.
You now have some options:
1. If you want to keep your existing set up and just update, or reinstall existing firmware, you are better using SmartSwitch as described here:
http://www.sammobile.com/forum/showthread.php?t=29918
2. If you want to keep your existing set up, but want to install firmware with Odin, then use
BL - Bootloader
AP
CP
CSC_HOME
3. If you want to install another country firmware, or wipe your phone, then use
BL
AP
CP
CSC
CAUTION: This CSC contains a PIT file that will wipe your existing data and return your phone to 'out of the box' or will install another country/network firmware."
Cheers

s161008 said:
Hi,
[...]
2. If you want to keep your existing set up, but want to install firmware with Odin, then use
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CSC_HOME
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You saved my day! THANKS!

CSC-HOME and CSC simple????

Hi Guys
i have a question i want to flash my galaxy s7 edge with Odin i want to ask that there is some confusion between HOME-CSC and CSC simple
1-Can you please guide me which one i need to select to flash my phone?
2-What is Difference between the HOME-CSC and CSC?
3-What happened with both of them if i will flash with one of them ?
Guys ill wait for your reply ......hope so you will guide me in this matter

let's say you wanna update your phone without wiping the data u have on it. you use the home csc. If u have custom recovery and custom rom and you wanna go back to stock firmware you flash the csc file.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app

ecg803 said:
let's say you wanna update your phone without wiping the data u have on it. you use the home csc. If u have custom recovery and custom rom and you wanna go back to stock firmware you flash the csc file.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app
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I am already on the Stock and with the stock recovery if i will select the CSC simple what will happen is there any DAMAGE to my phone???

the csc file will just wiped the whole phone of your data just like day u bought it.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app

ecg803 said:
the csc file will just wiped the whole phone of your data just like day u bought it.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app
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Then CSC simple is good i want wipe all of the data thanks a LOT...........one more question if you have a answer about that i saw error in recovery
E: CANT MOUNT / DATA (invalid aurgument)
is there any soln about this issue what you said about this error.....but this error did nothing to my phone my phone is working normally
your answer is required

that is normal.
Sent from my SM-G935F using XDA-Developers mobile app

There should be a guide on this...!

But what's the difference between CSC and HOME_CSC?

treysis said:
But what's the difference between CSC and HOME_CSC?
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Didn't he already answer that question?
Home_CSC: Flash the firmware without wiping the data (if you just want to update the ROM)
CSC: Flash the firmware along with a complete wipe including data (mostly used in cases like bricked phones or Go-Back-To-Stock situations)
I always backup data and do a clean install with CSC ! Its recommended.

When I wanted to swap the firmware from (V) Verizon to (U) Unlocked, I had to use CSC simple, the Home_CSC gave an error. So I assumed the existing data cannot be "saved" when firmware are of different types.
I have asked about this and I wasn't that lucky to get an answer, so I just tried it (trial and error).
However, I think the data wipe is just a side-effect, not the purpose of CSC. Changing the CSC will always wipe data, including any custom software from the previous carrier:
https://productioncommunity.publicm...ung-Phone-Info/m-p/53208/highlight/true#M6228
In my case the original Home_CSC, had only VZW (Verizon) code available. The new unlocked firmware brought in 15 different CSC codes that can be applied when a SIM from one of those providers is introduced in the phone. Phone INFO shows those codes.

@NaJeEb303 He did answer, but he didn't make it clear. Only after knowing the answer I can understand what he meant. So thanks to you for clarifying.

adnanandhoney said:
Hi Guys
i have a question i want to flash my galaxy s7 edge with Odin i want to ask that there is some confusion between HOME-CSC and CSC simple
1-Can you please guide me which one i need to select to flash my phone?
2-What is Difference between the HOME-CSC and CSC?
3-What happened with both of them if i will flash with one of them ?
Guys ill wait for your reply ......hope so you will guide me in this matter
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Brother when you are flashing firmware with same csc as your previous firmware then you can use Home_csc and if you are flashing different csc firmware then you have to use file which starts with csc. You will lose data when not using home_csc because it contains different partition information and flashing this will delete you previous partition resulting loss of data but a successful flashing if you are stuck with home_csc. Hope you got your answer.

where do i find the HOME_CSC file?

Hey all,
i just used Odin3-v3.13.1 to upgrade from:
G935FXXU2EREM - GALAXY S7 EDGE SM-G935F DBT GERMANY
to:
G935FXXU2ERG2 - GALAXY S7 EDGE SM-G935F DBT GERMANY
First i selected all AP, BL, CP and HOME_CSC and started flasching. At the very last step (think it was the csc part) it failed.
The Phone said i thould have to use SmartSwitch to get Recovery. So i just opened odin again and just selected AP, BL and CP no csc this time.
That worked. Phone booted, did a bit upgrading and optimizing and now iam on 01.July upgraded. All fine!
But now iam really confused about csc in general.. what is it doing? And is it safe to just leave any csc file empty in odin when doing an upgrade?

No idea? Maybe i should better start a new fred for that

how can i get home_csc for samsung note 3 n900? thanks

How to modify CSC to prevent wipe of my files?
Hello!
How to wipe android OS, but keep my files, like documents, pictures, audio and video in SAMSUNG SM-N9005 memory? 'Android system' package was disabled in 'packagedisabler pro', and now SM-N9005 sticks during booting with animated SAMSUNG logo. Flashing with HOME firmware does not recover because it does not enable 'Android system' package.
How to modify CSC to prevent wipe of my files?
or
How to modify HOME_CSC to wipe android OS but keep my files?
Thanks!

I was answered this on Reddit
I started a thread on Reddit about how to get OTA after stock ROM flash, and the guy said that if I used the CSC file in the CSC field in Odin, I should still get OTA, so I guess it just means you would get OTAs on it. I think it depends on other factors such as build number and others too though, so I would research first.

NaJeEb303 said:
Didn't he already answer that question?
Home_CSC: Flash the firmware without wiping the data (if you just want to update the ROM)
CSC: Flash the firmware along with a complete wipe including data (mostly used in cases like bricked phones or Go-Back-To-Stock situations)
I always backup data and do a clean install with CSC ! Its recommended.
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my tab s4 is factory unlocked. I'm currently using a tmobile sim. will flashing either of these remove the unlock? looking to flash android pie

i have done everything as said and my process has fail for s7 galaxy. how do revert back or redo?

No CP File

I downloaded the original firmware from SamMobile, but the .zip file does not have a CP file. Any idea where I can get one for the SM-T580 (WIFI)?

You have a WiFi Only version of the Tablet. It does not have a radio/modem installed by default. So the firmware will not have the Cell Processor file.

Delgoth said:
You have a WiFi Only version of the Tablet. It does not have a radio/modem installed by default. So the firmware will not have the Cell Processor file.
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I suspected that, thanks!
Quick question, if I go into TWRP and format data, then advance wipe everything and flash stock will my device be brand new and clean of any potential malware? I have unistalled magisk and done this recently.

Xanoas said:
I suspected that, thanks!
Quick question, if I go into TWRP and format data, then advance wipe everything and flash stock will my device be brand new and clean of any potential malware? I have unistalled magisk and done this recently.
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Well generally speaking yes, especially if you use the nand erase all button in ODIN. But I've come across 2 different things that could create a persistent partition that could survive a data reset.

Xanoas said:
I downloaded the original firmware from SamMobile, but the .zip file does not have a CP file. Any idea where I can get one for the SM-T580 (WIFI)?
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Did the firmware work for you from Sammobile? I have the custom binary blocked by frp and can't seem to flash the files with odin

Thanx for asking this particular question! I've spent the last 3 days on the Internet, trying to find that information. Many thanx to Delgoth for that answer.

SM-G935F Firmware for United States

Hello, I purchase a SM-G935F from a pawnshop today that was flashed with a custom ROM however it does not boot. The phone goes into download mode just fine and want to flash stock firmware but cannot find the USA version. The box came the phone and appears to be a USA version, the UPC code on the box is 8806088275123 and I check the IMEI on a website service and it came back with this model number SM-G935FZKLTTT and says it was sold in the USA. Any help from members would be greatly appreciated, thank you in advance for your help.
Mark

You can flash any region firmware on the SM-G930F phone, try this one:
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7-edge/SM-G935F/BTU/
How to install Samsung Firmware: http://updato.com/how-to/how-to-install-an-official-samsung-stock-firmware-using-odin

benjamen50 said:
You can flash any region firmware on the SM-G930F phone, try this one:
https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/galaxy-s7-edge/SM-G935F/BTU/
How to install Samsung Firmware: http://updato.com/how-to/how-to-install-an-official-samsung-stock-firmware-using-odin
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Thank you my friend, trying now.

I forgot to tell you that factory reset is required when switching from custom rom to stock rom so make sure you flash the non home CSC file and not the home_csc file.

benjamen50 said:
I forgot to tell you that factory reset is required when switching from custom rom to stock rom so make sure you flash the non home CSC file and not the home_csc file.
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Thank you for your time but not sure I understand what a home and non home CSC file is? it is in the download?

markh61133 said:
Thank you for your time but not sure I understand what a home and non home CSC file is? it is in the download?
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Yes, it is in the download. When you download Samsung firmware from Sammobile or Updato website they come in a zipped file. You'll need to extract the zipped folder which will give you multiple files labelled AP, BL, CP, CSC and lastly HOME_CSC.
This is an example of what the files look like when the files are extracted from the downloaded firmware zip file:
http://prntscr.com/k07am0
The non_home csc file is used to tell the phone to wipe the user data on the phone when flashed, the home CSC is used if you don't want to wipe the user data on the phone when flashing firmware.

markh61133 said:
Thank you for your time but not sure I understand what a home and non home CSC file is? it is in the download?
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Right now the phone will not boot, it shows the title of the phone but then just loops back to a black screen.

benjamen50 said:
Yes, it is in the download. When you download Samsung firmware from Sammobile or Updato website they come in a zipped file. You'll need to extract the zipped folder which will give you multiple files labelled AP, BL, CP, CSC and lastly HOME_CSC.
This is an example of what the files look like when the files are extracted from the downloaded firmware zip file:
http://prntscr.com/k07am0
The non_home csc file is used to tell the phone to wipe the user data on the phone when flashed, the home CSC is used if you don't want to wipe the user data on the phone when flashing firmware.
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Got it, thank you so much for all your help, I really appreciate it.

benjamen50 said:
Yes, it is in the download. When you download Samsung firmware from Sammobile or Updato website they come in a zipped file. You'll need to extract the zipped folder which will give you multiple files labelled AP, BL, CP, CSC and lastly HOME_CSC.
This is an example of what the files look like when the files are extracted from the downloaded firmware zip file:
http://prntscr.com/k07am0
The non_home csc file is used to tell the phone to wipe the user data on the phone when flashed, the home CSC is used if you don't want to wipe the user data on the phone when flashing firmware.
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Hello again Benjamen50, it failed on the first try, do I need to check re-partition? or Nand Erase? What about a Pit file? sorry to keep bothering you but I appreciate your help.
Mark

If you are flashing Oreo firmware which is 8.0 you need to use Odin 3.13 or newer as the older Odin software does not support flashing Oreo firmware.
The only buttons you need to click are BL, AP, CP, CSC then start and nothing else.
The default check boxes under options tab will be auto reboot and f reset time. Others should be left untouched and not checked.
You'll need to reboot download mode again which can be done by holding the download mode keys until you get that blue screen again or that it says that something ran into a problem with the blue screen which allows flashing as well.

benjamen50 said:
If you are flashing Oreo firmware which is 8.0 you need to use Odin 3.13 or newer as the older Odin software does not support flashing Oreo firmware.
The only buttons you need to click are BL, AP, CP, CSC then start and nothing else.
The default check boxes under options tab will be auto reboot and f reset time. Others should be left untouched and not checked.
You'll need to reboot download mode again which can be done by holding the download mode keys until you get that blue screen again or that it says that something ran into a problem with the blue screen which allows flashing as well.
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Thank you my friend, you are the best. I flashed a older version and it worked perfect. I cant thank you enough for all your help and patience!

benjamen50 said:
If you are flashing Oreo firmware which is 8.0 you need to use Odin 3.13 or newer as the older Odin software does not support flashing Oreo firmware.
The only buttons you need to click are BL, AP, CP, CSC then start and nothing else.
The default check boxes under options tab will be auto reboot and f reset time. Others should be left untouched and not checked.
You'll need to reboot download mode again which can be done by holding the download mode keys until you get that blue screen again or that it says that something ran into a problem with the blue screen which allows flashing as well.
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Hello again, well I thought it worked because I got a PASS in Odin however, when the phone boots, I get a Black screen saying Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge then it goes to a blue screen with the android logo and it says erasing at the bottom for a few seconds then the screen goes black. The phone still goes into download mode however, it will not go into recover mode. Before flashing this I could get into recovery mode but would see a custom page with loading and rebooting options. Am I missing the stock boot loader? So sorry to keep bothering you about this.
Mark

try using octoplus samsung tool if you dont know how look it up on youtube first best of luck to you