Hi all, a while ago I updated my girlfriend's S7E to the first Nougat beta but didn't flash the (BTU?) so she wouldn't lose data.
Now the official Nougat is out is there any way to get the OTA or other way, without flashing that wipes her data?
Thanks!!
Is it an S7 or S7E? This is the forum for the S7E.
In either case, you just need to download the full Nougat odin files, and flash the CSC_HOME with it, and you won't lose data.
But personally I'd suggest backing up data and starting fresh.
It's S7E which is why I posted in the S7E forum ?
So I flash JUST the CSC_HOME file?
Incidentally is the final release Odin file out there yet?
Thanks!!
CJSnet said:
It's S7E which is why I posted in the S7E forum ?
So I flash JUST the CSC_HOME file?
Incidentally is the final release Odin file out there yet?
Thanks!!
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the odin files already release. look around the forum you will find it. then just flash like you do with the beta+your home_csc
Thanks guys, I flashed everything and CSC_Home and it worked.
Thanks!!
the_scotsman said:
Is it an S7 or S7E? This is the forum for the S7E.
In either case, you just need to download the full Nougat odin files, and flash the CSC_HOME with it, and you won't lose data.
But personally I'd suggest backing up data and starting fresh.
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PLEASE TELL ME that if I do this will I get OTA updates? I mean if I flash HOME_CSC instead of CSC?
Noob at everything said:
PLEASE TELL ME that if I do this will I get OTA updates? I mean if I flash HOME_CSC instead of CSC?
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Good question. I'd like to know too.
Thanks!!
CJSnet said:
Good question. I'd like to know too.
Thanks!!
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It was really necessary to learn that because that's what I did.
NO problem
the_scotsman said:
Is it an S7 or S7E? This is the forum for the S7E.
In either case, you just need to download the full Nougat odin files, and flash the CSC_HOME with it, and you won't lose data.
But personally I'd suggest backing up data and starting fresh.
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But if I flash HOME_CSC I won't get updates right?
I'm really concerned since I flashed HOME_CSC instead of CSC and some tell me that I won't get OTA updates. What should I do?
thing to learn.
CSC keep the region data. Usually OTA update will read those. it always come in set. all 4 set bl,ap,cp,csc if the server read all those and confirm the match you will get the update. if you happen to use bl,ap,cp from other region and using your own home_csc or whatever... you wont received ota update.
Noob at everything said:
But if I flash HOME_CSC I won't get updates right?
I'm really concerned since I flashed HOME_CSC instead of CSC and some tell me that I won't get OTA updates. What should I do?
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What you should do is stop being so concerned with an OTA, you can just flash the firmware in odin. It takes like 10 minutes
Oh and dude, some friendly advice for a new guy- dont spam multiple threads with the exact same question. Trust me it will save you some grief later .
Sent from my Note 7, S7 Edge or S6
force70 said:
What you should do is stop being so concerned with an OTA, you can just flash the firmware in odin. It takes like 10 minutes
Oh and dude, some friendly advice for a new guy- dont spam multiple threads with the exact same question. Trust me it will save you some grief later .
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Yeah but there may be some times where I won't have access to a computer and a laptop. Also downloading the firmware takes time.
I am sorry if this seems a bit rude but you didn't answer my question. I'm saying this because if I don't get OTA updates because I flashed HOME_CSC then I should wait for the next updated nougat firmware and flash it with CSC instead of HOME_CSC.
Yes I know but I am the type that gets easily concerned. Sorry for taking your time this way. I would appreciate some answers. Thank you.
Noob at everything said:
Yeah but there may be some times where I won't have access to a computer and a laptop. Also downloading the firmware takes time.
I am sorry if this seems a bit rude but you didn't answer my question. I'm saying this because if I don't get OTA updates because I flashed HOME_CSC then I should wait for the next updated nougat firmware and flash it with CSC instead of HOME_CSC.
Yes I know but I am the type that gets easily concerned. Sorry for taking your time this way. I would appreciate some answers. Thank you.
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You will not get OTA updates and will need to flash CSC in order to again.
Or wait and buy the S8 ?
Thanks!!
CJSnet said:
You will not get OTA updates and will need to flash CSC in order to again.
Or wait and buy the S8 ?
Thanks!!
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Do I just flash the CSC only with odin or do I reflash the firmware all over again in order to get OTA updates? My active CSC code is BTU.
Just CSC should do it if all you changed was that
Thanks!!
Might as well flash the whole firmware again as both options are going to factory reset the device anyway.
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CJSnet said:
You will not get OTA updates and will need to flash CSC in order to again.
Or wait and buy the S8 ?
Thanks!!
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I got a security update. Over the air.
Related
Hi!
I have an Indian Version of S7 Edge G935FD and I wish to flash the BTU version for the Nougat update.
I have a few queries first:
1. Can I use an Indian Sim (Or Any other country's Sim)on the rom? (The packaging has the Indian Sim Only label)
2. Will the network be smooth? I use 4G here. Are there any issues that I may face or any one of you faced?
3. Anything else I should know?
Thanks!
criss_007 said:
Hi!
I have an Indian Version of S7 Edge G935FD and I wish to flash the BTU version for the Nougat update.
I have a few queries first:
1. Can I use an Indian Sim (Or Any other country's Sim)on the rom? (The packaging has the Indian Sim Only label) - Yes, you can use your normal SIM
2. Will the network be smooth? I use 4G here. Are there any issues that I may face or any one of you faced? - Yes, your network will work normally. You won't notice any difference. The only thing you won't have is VoLTE.
3. Anything else I should know? - Only do this if you want Nougat NOW. Otherwise wait until it's relased on your firmware. But you won't have any issues.
Thanks!
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Thank You for the quick reply!
Yes. I am too excited for Nougat so I'm unable to control myself. The issue is there is no word on when the Nougat will come in India. The samsung officials have no comment except "There is no update about it yet" or "we do not have official timeline for nougat update in Indian market"
An official word on an estimated time frame for the update would work wonders. Is there any reason why I should wait?
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Thank You for the quick reply!
Yes. I am too excited for Nougat so I'm unable to control myself. The issue is there is no word on when the Nougat will come in India. The samsung officials have no comment except "There is no update about it yet" or "we do not have official timeline for nougat update in Indian market"
An official word on an estimated time frame for the update would work wonders. Is there any reason why I should wait?
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Nah, no real reason to wait. Go ahead and flash the UK BTU ROM and then update to Nougat
the_scotsman said:
Nah, no real reason to wait. Go ahead and flash the UK BTU ROM and then update to Nougat
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Thanks Again! Appreciate it! :good:
the_scotsman said:
Nah, no real reason to wait. Go ahead and flash the UK BTU ROM and then update to Nougat
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One last question. The link given in another thread doesn't work or has download limit. Is this (https://www.sammobile.com/firmwares/database/SM-G935F/BTU/) the correct site for official signed btu ?
and I am downloading odin and instructions from here: http://www.theandroidsoul.com/download-galaxy-s7-edge-nougat-ota-update/
Lots of info in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/android-7-0-s7-edge-uk-beta-program-apk-t3493696
Or this one: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/nougat-coming-january-17th-t3535831
Downloading from samfirmware is slow for non-premium members. There are other download links in those threads.
And yes, those instructions for Odin/flashing are correct.
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Lots of info in this thread: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/android-7-0-s7-edge-uk-beta-program-apk-t3493696
Or this one: https://forum.xda-developers.com/s7-edge/how-to/nougat-coming-january-17th-t3535831
Downloading from samfirmware is slow for non-premium members. There are other download links in those threads.
And yes, those instructions for Odin/flashing are correct.
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Right. Started downloading through the samfirm tool . Will keep you updated just in case I'm doing something wrong.
Being downloaded:SM-G935F_1_20161222102339_alpis38j2b_fac.zip.enc4
Edit: Samfirm is fast. Got around 2000kb/s speed which is cool. No issues
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Right. Started downloading through the samfirm tool . Will keep you updated just in case I'm doing something wrong.
Being downloaded:SM-G935F_1_20161222102339_alpis38j2b_fac.zip.enc4
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Yep, that's the one
Just unzip the download into a folder. There'll be 4 or 5 files. Just choose each one for the relevant section in Odin (you'll see it obvious) then flash it.
the_scotsman said:
Yep, that's the one
Just unzip the download into a folder. There'll be 4 or 5 files. Just choose each one for the relevant section in Odin (you'll see it obvious) then flash it.
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Finished the flashing process! Odin sort of showed a not responding title after I selected the ap file but I figured it was doing its job and waited patiently. It paid off! It finished loading and I started and flashed successfully. Boot up was fine and now I'm downloading a 1291.19 gb update!
Yay!
criss_007 said:
Finished the flashing process! Odin sort of showed a not responding title after I selected the ap file but I figured it was doing its job and waited patiently. It paid off! It finished loading and I started and flashed successfully. Boot up was fine and now I'm downloading a 1291.19 gb update!
Yay!
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Awesome, you're almost done
Yep, the AP file takes a short time in Odin to select as I think it just scans it first to check the md5 is correct.
criss_007 said:
Finished the flashing process! Odin sort of showed a not responding title after I selected the ap file but I figured it was doing its job and waited patiently. It paid off! It finished loading and I started and flashed successfully. Boot up was fine and now I'm downloading a 1291.19 gb update!
Yay!
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Let me know how it went, were you rooted earlier ? is your knox status still intact after flashing BTU via odin?
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Awesome, you're almost done
Yep, the AP file takes a short time in Odin to select as I think it just scans it first to check the md5 is correct.
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Done!!! I'm busy exploring the new update! Cheers!
And a personal thank you to #the scotsman! You were really helpful!
pratik_193 said:
Let me know how it went, were you rooted earlier ? is your knox status still intact after flashing BTU via odin?
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No root. And Yes. Knox is intact.
Updated the info/ experience further along this thread.
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Awesome, you're almost done
Yep, the AP file takes a short time in Odin to select as I think it just scans it first to check the md5 is correct.
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All works fine but Do you by chance have the samsung my galaxy apk? I really liked the my galaxy app but the one does not work. Only option is the my galaxy app uk newly released nut thats not available here.
criss_007 said:
All works fine but Do you by chance have the samsung my galaxy apk? I really liked the my galaxy app but the one does not work. Only option is the my galaxy app uk newly released nut thats not available here.
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Just download it from apkmirror
https://www.apkmirror.com/apk/samsung-electronics-co-ltd/galaxy-apps/
Can I install indian firmware on the At&t model of s7 edge?? If not pls suggest me the best firmware to AT&T MODEL ? thanks
ravikiran1252 said:
Can I install indian firmware on the At&t model of s7 edge?? If not pls suggest me the best firmware to AT&T MODEL ? thanks
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First U firmware, then CSC for VoLTE
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=72532123&postcount=18
My S8 is with android 8 however the last update was in February, (Security Patch is from February 1st) My build number is with the final (XX1CRAP) until today. Could someone tell me if I should receive the update via Ota? Or would it be better to upgrade for ODIN ... on Sammobiles ?? Thanks if anyone can help me.
What's the model# if it?
t12icky0 said:
what's the model# if it?
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s8 g950 fd.
Ok, what carrier do you have?
t12icky0 said:
Ok, what carrier do you have?
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Zto
Whats your CSC code? You can find it in settings>about phone> software info or in Phone Info app.
kiosk123 said:
Whats your CSC code? You can find it in settings>about phone> software info or in Phone Info app.
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SAOMC_SM950F_OXM_ZTO_00_0011 ce06176a2e0d447e0d ZTO/ZTO/ZTO
adrianoturbo said:
SAOMC_SM950F_OXM_ZTO_00_0011 ce06176a2e0d447e0d ZTO/ZTO/ZTO
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My question is that I'm afraid I'll have some trouble updating the odin. I did a while ago an update by odin on a note 3 and went wrong. A triangle appeared on the screen and had to be taken to technical assistance. I have all downloaded files here with the newest odin. but I do not know if I update or not.
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My question is that I'm afraid I'll have some trouble updating the odin. I did a while ago an update by odin on a note 3 and went wrong. A triangle appeared on the screen and had to be taken to technical assistance. I have all downloaded files here with the newest odin. but I do not know if I update or not.
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if you are already on oreo, you can then use the update.zip files posted here https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/discussion-oreo-final-t3746561 and just flash from SD Card using the stock recovery.
You dont need to deal with Odin then. I've done my first flash to OREO (CRAP) via odin with full wipe. Then flashed the incremental updates from SD card and nothing went wrong.
Hope this helps.
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if you are already on oreo, you can then use the update.zip files posted here https://forum.xda-developers.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/discussion-oreo-final-t3746561 and just flash from SD Card using the stock recovery.
You dont need to deal with Odin then. I've done my first flash to OREO (CRAP) via odin with full wipe. Then flashed the incremental updates from SD card and nothing went wrong.
Hope this helps.
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In this case, the device remains in factory warranty and my data is deleted ??
Friend worked, downloaded the file and made the update for the SD CARD and soon after already have been arriving 2 new update Ota. Thank you very much.
Hello All,
Could a link to the odin files be posted if available?
Thanks
Don't know if there is an Odin file for this update yet. If you are in the US you can odin to CRG3 and the phone will update automatically to CRH1
tenbender said:
Don't know if there is an Odin file for this update yet. If you are in the US you can odin to CRG3 and the phone will update automatically to CRH1
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Thanks bro, am outside the US tho
IF you are on CRG3, there is a post with the OTA file to CRH1. That file I believe you can download and flash.
If you're outside the US just flash U1, now you get OTAs problem solved.
https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=9370A4998CC711E89F15FA163EE8F90B
Sent from my SM-G955U using Tapatalk
Try the Odin I mentioned in this thread post-- it had no issues for me when I was alternately receiving either SHA256 or RQT_CLOSE when trying to take the stock release just prior to the one which came out in the past couple of days to the stock unlocked XAA release of 7/19/18. It also took me back from the XAA to the same stock ATT, and since this one is still BL5 I am guessing you might have luck with it.
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If you're outside the US just flash U1, now you get OTAs problem solved.
https://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?record=9370A4998CC711E89F15FA163EE8F90B
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Thanks for this, I already updated beyond CRF5, on CRG3 now, is it possible to revert to CRF5 via Odin?
kcgalaxy said:
Try the Odin I mentioned in this thread post-- it had no issues for me when I was alternately receiving either SHA256 or RQT_CLOSE when trying to take the stock release just prior to the one which came out in the past couple of days to the stock unlocked XAA release of 7/19/18. It also took me back from the XAA to the same stock ATT, and since this one is still BL5 I am guessing you might have luck with it.
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Thanks Fam, will try it out
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Thanks Fam, will try it out
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Just to notify this worked with the patched version of Odin 3.13.1, however as a side note;
> Ensure all data is backed up as this wipes all data once the Odin flash it done
onedonrazor said:
Thanks for this, I already updated beyond CRF5, on CRG3 now, is it possible to revert to CRF5 via Odin?
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Yes you can Odin back to CRF5
Hello guys, I have just now heard that At&T is rolling out the Android Pie update to the S8 Active. Unfortunately, I do not have a AT&T SIM card on my device currently. This causes my phone to not get ANY updates. The only update I last got was when I sent my phone to a Samsung Technician after I bricked my phone from failed root attempts. I am currently in Android 8.0.0. Is there any way to flash any Pie firmware to my phone even though it is Bootloader v3? Any help is GREATLY appreciated as I am getting so tired of Oreo. I tried using Smart Switch but it says my phone is in the latest firmware update which is a lie, my security patch level is July 2018...
Edit: I have recently unlocked my phone from AT&T in hopes of getting an update, but I didn't know the firmware would stay. And no, I do not have ANY access to AT&T SIM cards or stores.
Edit 2: Solved! I just used a firmware download I got from this forum because sammobile.com did not have it here it is: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bw-cYNY1KoEH4Pa-a9dJRQJW09r_uw93/view Just flash this firmware to your phone from Odin! This does not risk breaking or voiding your warranty if you still have one! I am enjoying Pie right now! Give thanks to the who supplied me with the firmware link and youdoofus who actually responded to me. I just wanted to be assured that the firmware that is Pie will be good for my device. This is for people who do not have ATT SIM on their phone or cannot receive update. Model number must be from ATT and SM-G892A!
05Anjelly said:
Hello guys, I have just now heard that At&T is rolling out the Android Pie update to the S8 Active. Unfortunately, I do not have a AT&T SIM card on my device currently. This causes my phone to not get ANY updates. The only update I last got was when I sent my phone to a Samsung Technician after I bricked my phone from failed root attempts. I am currently in Android 8.0.0. Is there any way to flash any Pie firmware to my phone even though it is Bootloader v3? Any help is GREATLY appreciated as I am getting so tired of Oreo. I tried using Smart Switch but it says my phone is in the latest firmware update which is a lie, my security patch level is July 2018...
Edit: I have recently unlocked my phone from AT&T in hopes of getting an update, but I didn't know the firmware would stay. And no, I do not have ANY access to AT&T SIM cards or stores.
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the problem youre going to run into is the availability of firmwares for your phone. sammobile.com/firmwares was a bust, looking elsewhere for ya. But if you have a computer, usb type-c cable Odin and the correct firmware version and are able to get to download mode, then you should be in good shape.
So I have a firmware at hand with my phone model that is pie, if I update it through Odin, will it void my warranty? Or will there be any chance it will brick my phone because I have done this many times. If it wasn't for ATT bootloader v3 I would've not been asking all these questions. I have already used sammobile.
05Anjelly said:
So I have a firmware at hand with my phone model that is pie, if I update it through Odin, will it void my warranty? Or will there be any chance it will brick my phone because I have done this many times. If it wasn't for ATT bootloader v3 I would've not been asking all these questions. I have already used sammobile.
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it will not void your warranty. isnt your warranty expired on an S8 anyways? only rooting/unlocking bootloader will void the warranty.
youdoofus said:
it will not void your warranty. isnt your warranty expired on an S8 anyways? only rooting/unlocking bootloader will void the warranty.
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https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bw-cYNY1KoEH4Pa-a9dJRQJW09r_uw93/view
Here is the firmware that I want to upload into my SM-G892A, will this help my phone get Pie? Will I need to download any special Odin? Thanks for the help.
05Anjelly said:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1bw-cYNY1KoEH4Pa-a9dJRQJW09r_uw93/view
Here is the firmware that I want to upload into my SM-G892A, will this help my phone get Pie? Will I need to download any special Odin? Thanks for the help.
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the firmware version in your link is the one in this article which is pie, so yes. As far as Odin goes, i usually default to the newest one if im out downloading one anyways. 3.13.1 is the latest version. https://odindownload.com/SamsungOdin/#.XWFVzOhKjb0
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the firmware version in your link is the one in this article which is pie, so yes. As far as Odin goes, i usually default to the newest one if im out downloading one anyways. 3.13.1 is the latest version. https://odindownload.com/SamsungOdin/#.XWFVzOhKjb0
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Yes, I just did it, and wow! I got Pie! Thank you so much:good::good::good::good:
05Anjelly said:
Yes, I just did it, and wow! I got Pie! Thank you so much:good::good::good::good:
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for sure bro! glad you got it taken care of!
Wow , just looking a way to upgrade to pie
Thanks so much!
sonyhack said:
Wow , just looking a way to upgrade to pie
Thanks so much!
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I hope we fixed your problem! Make sure to give youdoofus thanks! I was scared I would never recieve Pie and I was nervous to flash this firmware to my phone but he gave me the assurance I needed
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I hope we fixed your problem! Make sure to give youdoofus thanks! I was scared I would never recieve Pie and I was nervous to flash this firmware to my phone but he gave me the assurance I needed
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see, now this is the kind of sh1t that keeps me coming back and trying to help out wherever i can and learn from those who know more than myself. Rock on my dude!!
05Anjelly said:
I hope we fixed your problem! Make sure to give youdoofus thanks! I was scared I would never recieve Pie and I was nervous to flash this firmware to my phone but he gave me the assurance I needed
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Some tips before flashing? Did you flash every file on the .zip archive? (BL_ , AP_ , CSC and so?)
Factory reset before/after flashing?
sonyhack said:
Some tips before flashing? Did you flash every file on the .zip archive? (BL_ , AP_ , CSC and so?)
Factory reset before/after flashing?
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Since its just an update, you are able to keep your data if you put HOME_CSC in the bottom box. So, yes use every file if you want to keep your data. If not, put CSC where its supposed to be and thats it. I don't have access to my computer but thats what I did. You don't need factory reset. Just go to any "How to Install Any Firmware Update through Odin" Video on YouTube and you should see a good tutorial. It is just an update. I hope I fixed you problem! Don't be nervous about updating, only be nervous when you flash a ROM on it!
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Some tips before flashing? Did you flash every file on the .zip archive? (BL_ , AP_ , CSC and so?)
Factory reset before/after flashing?
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nothing other than having the correct version of Odin for your phone and ADB drivers installed along with the correct firmware files. And yes the Home_CSC is to not factory reset, and the regular CSC is to factory reset it
PIT Error
I tried flashing the files you provided, but it keeps failing on "Get PIT for Mapping". I tried 4 times and every one failed on the same part. I am on the exact same baseband version you were on, the provider is AT&T and the phone is unlocked. I don't get what the problem is...
NeverEndingCycle said:
I tried flashing the files you provided, but it keeps failing on "Get PIT for Mapping". I tried 4 times and every one failed on the same part. I am on the exact same baseband version you were on, the provider is AT&T and the phone is unlocked. I don't get what the problem is...
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you need to go into the CSC file and extract the PIT. once extracted, go into the other options in Odin and put the pit in its slot, then reflash with the CSC you got the PIT from in its proper place along with the others.
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you need to go into the CSC file and extract the PIT. once extracted, go into the other options in Odin and put the pit in its slot, then reflash with the CSC you got the PIT from in its proper place along with the others.
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Alright, how do I go about extracting the PIT file from the CSC file?
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Alright, how do I go about extracting the PIT file from the CSC file?
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The CSC is just a compressed file, so WinRAR will do it if 7zip doesnt
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The CSC is just a compressed file, so WinRAR will do it if 7zip doesnt
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I did that but it didn't change anything. Do I need to remove the pit file from the CSC file?
NeverEndingCycle said:
I did that but it didn't change anything. Do I need to remove the pit file from the CSC file?
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shouldnt need to. flash the 4 files again in Odin but select the "re-partition" box
I have an Sprint Samsung S8. I want to update to Android Pie 9. Its currently on Android 8.0.0 - R16NW.G950USQU5CSA4. And I want to flash with Odin to any compatible Android Pie FW. I am personally not looking to unlock or anything. The confusing part is that when I research the FW version (G950USQU5CSA4) it comes as a Verizon FW. So I am not sure if is safe to flash any of the Pie FW available on sammobile for Sprint.
It is safe to flash for example to one like G950USQU5DSD3 that appears in Sammobile and is for Sprint?
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I have an Sprint Samsung S8. I want to update to Android Pie 9. Its currently on Android 8.0.0 - R16NW.G950USQU5CSA4. And I want to flash with Odin to any compatible Android Pie FW. I am personally not looking to unlock or anything. The confusing part is that when I research the FW version (G950USQU5CSA4) it comes as a Verizon FW. So I am not sure if is safe to flash any of the Pie FW available on sammobile for Sprint.
It is safe to flash for example to one like G950USQU5DSD3 that appears in Sammobile and is for Sprint?
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Ur fw is sm-g950u
kpwnApps said:
Ur fw is sm-g950u
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Gotcha, so should I install/flash with Odin any SM-g950u fw for Sprint available on Sammobile?
BobAt1080p said:
Gotcha, so should I install/flash with Odin any SM-g950u fw for Sprint available on Sammobile?
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Yes
kpwnApps said:
Yes
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Awesome, thank you!
For any newbie like me who ever had a look at this thread. This definitely work as said by @kpwnApps, I downloaded SM-G950U, build G950USQU5DSD3 (3.92GB) from Sammobile and flashed with Odin. Flashed AP, BL, CP, CSC (not CSC_HOME) on its respective place on Odin. 5m 32s later it was updated with no trouble.
BobAt1080p said:
For any newbie like me who ever had a look at this thread. This definitely work as said by @kpwnApps, I downloaded SM-G950U, build G950USQU5DSD3 (3.92GB) from Sammobile and flashed with Odin. Flashed AP, BL, CP, CSC (not CSC_HOME) on its respective place on Odin. 5m 32s later it was updated with no trouble.
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Thanks
kpwnApps said:
Thanks
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Last question, I am personally not interested. Just curious. As long as is the same android version, would it be possible to downgrade too by flashing with Odin and earlier version? or would something like that cause a brick?
BobAt1080p said:
Last question, I am personally not interested. Just curious. As long as is the same android version, would it be possible to downgrade too by flashing with Odin and earlier version? or would something like that cause a brick?
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It depends on bootloader version but it doesnt brick anything