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Forgot to activate OEM-Unlock for Root. Phone Bricked: "Custom binary blocked by FRP"

Forgot to activate OEM-Unlock for Root. Phone Bricked: "Custom binary blocked by FRP"
Hello,
today i rooted my J5 (SM-J500FN) via Odin and CF-Auto-Root.
Everyting went well but after the root i unticked OEM-Lock (please dont ask me why i did it) and restarted my phone and this nice screen greeted me: "Custom binary blocked by FRP. SECURE FAIL: KERNEL"
So I tried everything I found on the Web and found nothing really helpful. Then i tried flashing the recovery and reflashing CF-Auto-Root but both got blocked in the Download Mode with the message "FRP Block".
Please can someone help me, i really hope i dont have to reset my phone because my google authenticator is stored on it, and it would be a real pain to write to the support of every account i connected to reset my Security Options.
Thanks, Toby
P.S: when i flash the boot.img does it wipe my device?

Toby9 said:
Hello,
today i rooted my J5 (SM-J500FN) via Odin and CF-Auto-Root.
Everyting went well but after the root i unticked OEM-Lock (please dont ask me why i did it) and restarted my phone and this nice screen greeted me: "Custom binary blocked by FRP. SECURE FAIL: KERNEL"
So I tried everything I found on the Web and found a few things like flashing the recovery. I tried reflashing CF-Auto-Root but both got blocked in the Download Mode with the message "FRP Block".
Please can someone help me, i really hope i dont have to reset my phone because my google authenticator is stored on it, and it would be a real pain to write to the support of every account i connected to reset my Security Options.
Thanks, Toby
P.S: when i flash the boot.img does it wipe my device?
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Just flash the stock firmware.

ashyx said:
Just flash the stock firmware.
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Doesn't it reset my phone?
I saw a video about it but after he started the phone the device setup greeted him...

Toby9 said:
Doesn't it reset my phone?
I saw a video about it but after he started the phone the device setup greeted him...
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It will reset it...
Try using Smart Switch from Samsung to backup you stuff and accounts. Maybe it will work. Using Smart Switch you can also easily reflash the latest Marshmallow firmware.

Amarius1 said:
It will reset it...
Try using Smart Switch from Samsung to backup you stuff and accounts. Maybe it will work. Using Smart Switch you can also easily reflash the latest Marshmallow firmware.
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And if i only flash the boot.img which is inside the firmware archive? would that be "save" to try?

Toby9 said:
And if i only flash the boot.img which is inside the firmware archive? would that be "save" to try?
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I don't know about that... Try asking someine more experienced.
I do know that even in Recovery mode the ROM locks you out and doesn't let you factory reset for example

Amarius1 said:
I don't know about that... Try asking someine more experienced.
I do know that even in Recovery mode the ROM locks you out and doesn't let you factory reset for example
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Ok thank you I just went for the boot.img flash and it worked! puh im relieved
Now you know that it does not reset.
I will write a guide to finally get rid of this stupid FRP error once and for all!

Toby9 said:
Ok thank you I just went for the boot.img flash and it worked! puh im relieved
Now you know that it does not reset.
I will write a guide to finally get rid of this stupid FRP error once and for all!
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Congrats! Had the sane problem last summer and I had to completely reset it...
(Btw why thank you? I didn"t do anything ???)

Toby9 said:
Ok thank you I just went for the boot.img flash and it worked! puh im relieved
Now you know that it does not reset.
I will write a guide to finally get rid of this stupid FRP error once and for all!
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I did a guide in past: https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=68408932&postcount=65 . I'll add it to the new Q&A thread after I'll update that thread (when I'll have time).
Feel free to do a new guide.

Toby9 said:
Doesn't it reset my phone?
I saw a video about it but after he started the phone the device setup greeted him...
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No it does not. You are not affecting the data partition.
This would only happen if you flashed the factory repair firmware.

Thank you all. Here is my Guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/complete-guide-to-rid-custom-binary-t3541403
It is generally for all (Samsung) Smarphones as i believe that it wont be any different.
Amarius1 said:
Congrats! Had the sane problem last summer and I had to completely reset it...
(Btw why thank you? I didn"t do anything )
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Im just glad it worked

Toby9 said:
Thank you all. Here is my Guide: https://forum.xda-developers.com/android/general/complete-guide-to-rid-custom-binary-t3541403
It is generally for all (Samsung) Smarphones as i believe that it wont be any different.
Im just glad it worked
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Happy for you ^^

When activating the oem unlock you can install Twrp, kernel or custom rom without the activation of FRP security that is activated when you establish a security pattern in the device
When the binary is blocked by the FRP you must install the factory firmware, then enter the recovery and do a factory reset since the FRP prevents external access to the system and data as prevention
You will be prompted for the email and password of the previously used account

Demicro said:
When activating the oem unlock you can install Twrp, kernel or custom rom without the activation of FRP security that is activated when you establish a security pattern in the device
When the binary is blocked by the FRP you must install the factory firmware, then enter the recovery and do a factory reset since the FRP prevents external access to the system and data as prevention
You will be prompted for the email and password of the previously used account
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You only need to enter your login details if you factory reset.
Flashing the stock firmware is enough to remove frp. No need to factory reset.

ashyx said:
You only need to enter your login details if you factory reset.
Flashing the stock firmware is enough to remove frp. No need to factory reset.
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This problem I had several months ago, I did not remember well. You are right ?

custom binary blockby frp lock on samsung j510gn
ashyx said:
Just flash the stock firmware.
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hi. i really need help with this. tried several times flashing stockrom using different versions of odin and trying out several firmwares. always result: FAIL. Its a company phone. I honestly didn't do anything with it. Went to bed, next day woke up with the phone off. when I turned it on, bam! custom binary message.

MoximuZ said:
hi. i really need help with this. tried several times flashing stockrom using different versions of odin and trying out several firmwares. always result: FAIL. Its a company phone. I honestly didn't do anything with it. Went to bed, next day woke up with the phone off. when I turned it on, bam! custom binary message.
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Can you send the logs u get from odin? Also make sure u got the correct model of stock rom for ur device.

I also have frp lock om my phone. It will not boot past maim boot screen. I cannot install twrp due to cuatom binary blocked error. Adb doesnt recognkze my phone either. Odin does, i installed the stock firmware and still will not reboot. Any suggestions or thoughts?? I havent tried to turn oem yet via android studio. Currently in the middle of that. Please help

ndiddy88 said:
I also have frp lock om my phone. It will not boot past maim boot screen. I cannot install twrp due to cuatom binary blocked error. Adb doesnt recognkze my phone either. Odin does, i installed the stock firmware and still will not reboot. Any suggestions or thoughts?? I havent tried to turn oem yet via android studio. Currently in the middle of that. Please help
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Which device? Don't you know your Google login details?

P8 Lite Boot loop

I've been trying almost everything for days. When I turn on the phone the bootloader enters in a loop.
I can't access to recovery (vol up + power), not even in update mode(vol up & vol down + power).
The only thing I can access is the fastboot but my phone is locked and I don't the have the imei to unlock via calculator or the oficial huawei page.
If someone have any suggestions.

Instalar ROM vía fastboot
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VicenteR93 said:
I've been trying almost everything for days. When I turn on the phone the bootloader enters in a loop.
I can't access to recovery (vol up + power), not even in update mode(vol up & vol down + power).
The only thing I can access is the fastboot but my phone is locked and I don't the have the imei to unlock via calculator or the oficial huawei page.
If someone have any suggestions.
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If getting your IMEI is your only concern then you can get that from the box... But you'll need Product ID too, and for that you'll need to have your phone booted up...

amageek said:
If getting your IMEI is your only concern then you can get that from the box... But you'll need Product ID too, and for that you'll need to have your phone booted up...
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There is a program for that. Huawei product id generator. You can find this program very easy.

amageek said:
If getting your IMEI is your only concern then you can get that from the box... But you'll need Product ID too, and for that you'll need to have your phone booted up...
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when you mean the box. Is the box where I bought the phone? 'Cause I don't have it anymore and is not even behind the battery.

VicenteR93 said:
when you mean the box. Is the box where I bought the phone? 'Cause I don't have it anymore and is not even behind the battery.
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Yes that box.. There may be other way too, I'll look into it and share is I find anything

Fedroid said:
Instalar ROM vía fastboot
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I downloaded the official ROM from huawei and is the recent version but when I tried to install it with "fastboot update file.zip" is asking for an android-text.txt and I been searching to re-create that file manually and then is asking for another file and so on.
I've been searching if I can install the oficcial ROM by fastboot even if is not unlocked and find this guide but it is not usefull for me 'cause I can't access into the download mode or use adb.
This is the information I could extract from my phone.
Firmware : ALE-L21C109B130
I couldn't fint this version of firmware.
If you could light my way if you have another method.

VicenteR93 said:
I downloaded the official ROM from huawei and is the recent version but when I tried to install it with "fastboot update file.zip" is asking for an android-text.txt and I been searching to re-create that file manually and then is asking for another file and so on.
I've been searching if I can install the oficcial ROM by fastboot even if is not unlocked and find this guide but it is not usefull for me 'cause I can't access into the download mode or use adb.
This is the information I could extract from my phone.
Firmware : ALE-L21C109B130
I couldn't fint this version of firmware.
If you could light my way if you have another method.
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Extract files and flash it one by one using fastboot commands

I recommend you watch this video even if it is in Spanish, it can help you
,is from
EloYGomeZTv:good:
Sent from my Huawei P8lite/P8 Lite using XDA Labs

Fedroid said:
Extract files and flash it one by one using fastboot commands
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Everything failed when tries to write 'cause the bootloader is locked.

davidlikeandroid23 said:
I recommend you watch this video even if it is in Spanish, it can help you
,is from
EloYGomeZTv:good:
Sent from my Huawei P8lite/P8 Lite using XDA Labs
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I already saw a tutorial like this one but my bootloader is locked and I don't have the imei to unlock it. But thanks anyway.

VicenteR93 said:
I already saw a tutorial like this one but my bootloader is locked and I don't have the imei to unlock it. But thanks anyway.
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Ok i searched for ways to find an IMEI number and found couple of ways...
1) Look under/in the sim tray. It may be there (I didn't check this out)
2) Find the IMEI/MEID using Google Dashboard. This is Google's control center that can be accessed from any computer with a web browser. You will need to log in with the Google account associated with your Android phone.You can access Google Dashboard by visiting www.google.com/settings/dashboard Expand the "Android" section by clicking the "Android" heading.Locate your phone in the list. If you have multiple devices associated with your account, all of the devices will be displayed. Find the device that you are trying to retrieve the IMEI/MEID number for. (This works)
3) At last, you can try to remove the back case and remove the battery. This can help you in 2 ways. Firstly, there should be IMEI code present under the battery. Secondly, this may cause you to get out of bootloop

amageek said:
Ok i searched for ways to find an IMEI number and found couple of ways...
1) Look under/in the sim tray. It may be there (I didn't check this out)
2) Find the IMEI/MEID using Google Dashboard. This is Google's control center that can be accessed from any computer with a web browser. You will need to log in with the Google account associated with your Android phone.You can access Google Dashboard by visiting www.google.com/settings/dashboard Expand the "Android" section by clicking the "Android" heading.Locate your phone in the list. If you have multiple devices associated with your account, all of the devices will be displayed. Find the device that you are trying to retrieve the IMEI/MEID number for. (This works)
3) At last, you can try to remove the back case and remove the battery. This can help you in 2 ways. Firstly, there should be IMEI code present under the battery. Secondly, this may cause you to get out of bootloop
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You're the best Sir, the holy ruler!!!
I finally found it. With the option 1.
I checked to the second option and it was there too. Didn't know that option.
Thank you so much.

VicenteR93 said:
You're the best Sir, the holy ruler!!!
I finally found it. With the option 1.
I checked to the second option and it was there too. Didn't know that option.
Thank you so much.
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Cheers... Now you may proceed further.. Do tell us about your methods/steps/processes for future reference...

Did you try installing hisuite to a windows machine there is a recovery option on it it will install the LATEST emui ROM to your phone and recover it.
http://consumer.huawei.com/minisite/HiSuite_en/index.html
Edit: if I remember correctly you just have to be in fastboot to recover it

ndg_2000 said:
Did you try installing hisuite to a windows machine there is a recovery option on it it will install the LATEST emui ROM to your phone and recover it.
http://consumer.huawei.com/minisite/HiSuite_en/index.html
Edit: if I remember correctly you just have to be in fastboot to recover it
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I tried but at the end it tells me that I need to take the phone to the nearest center.

I downloaded a lot of ROM to try but I'm still trapped in the boot loop.
I tried all the solutions that has been posted before.

VicenteR93 said:
I downloaded a lot of ROM to try but I'm still trapped in the boot loop.
I tried all the solutions that has been posted before.
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Have you managed to get the boot loader unlocked if not you need to tackle that first then your recovery options open up some what

ndg_2000 said:
Have you managed to get the boot loader unlocked if not you need to tackle that first then your recovery options open up some what
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I already unlocked the bootlooader but I still have the boot loop even after pass cust, system, recovery, boot.

VicenteR93 said:
I already unlocked the bootlooader but I still have the boot loop even after pass cust, system, recovery, boot.
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Stupid question but I will ask it anyway did you md5 check all of the files you have downloaded as I have had issues with another device and it was because of bad files

Eng Mode

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I've come into possession of a device with something displaying in Download mode that I've never seen before - on any Samsung device. All of the threads that I've found on rooting or BL unlocking have been closed. Is there anyone still around who knows enough to help me reverse engineer this? @Acoustichayes @BotsOne @elliwigy

iBowToAndroid said:
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I've come into possession of a device with something displaying in Download mode that I've never seen before - on any Samsung device. All of the threads that I've found on rooting or BL unlocking have been closed. Is there anyone still around who knows enough to help me reverse engineer this? @[email protected]@elliwigy
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just saw ur message lol.. if u dont mind me asking, whered u get it from lol..
either way, you have an S8 with eng mode enabled. Typically on newer phones there are eng certs or "tokens" that can be flashed to the device enabling eng mode and allowing custom firmware.. the certs are pretty much impossible to find unless ur in good with samsung or pay a good amount of money for..
to my knowledge, they are device specific also. meaning no way to pull the cert/token to use on other devices..
i could be wrong but based on @partcyborg coming across a similar eng mode that is what i have learned lol

elliwigy said:
just saw ur message lol.. if u dont mind me asking, whered u get it from lol..
either way, you have an S8 with eng mode enabled. Typically on newer phones there are eng certs or "tokens" that can be flashed to the device enabling eng mode and allowing custom firmware.. the certs are pretty much impossible to find unless ur in good with samsung or pay a good amount of money for..
to my knowledge, they are device specific also. meaning no way to pull the cert/token to use on other devices..
i could be wrong but based on @partcyborg coming across a similar eng mode that is what i have learned lol
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It's cert based? Damn. Thought maybe it was another bootloader partition that isn't in the BL Odin tar. I didn't think the cert carried anything other than the IMEI. But I guess that's a foolproof way to do it, since it's coded according to the CPID. And no, they can't be read from the device. Guess we're stuck...

iBowToAndroid said:
It's cert based? Damn. Thought maybe it was another bootloader partition that isn't in the BL Odin tar. I didn't think the cert carried anything other than the IMEI. But I guess that's a foolproof way to do it, since it's coded according to the CPID. And no, they can't be read from the device. Guess we're stuck...
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pm me,would like to chat on hangouts or tgram n check afew things to be sure
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iBowToAndroid said:
It's cert based? Damn. Thought maybe it was another bootloader partition that isn't in the BL Odin tar. I didn't think the cert carried anything other than the IMEI. But I guess that's a foolproof way to do it, since it's coded according to the CPID. And no, they can't be read from the device. Guess we're stuck...
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elliwigy said:
pm me,would like to chat on hangouts or tgram n check afew things to be sure
Sent from my SM-G965U using Tapatalk
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Whoa whoa whoa guys.
I want in You know I know a bit about the certs lol having bricked and restored mine several times lol:silly::silly::silly:

TheMadScientist said:
Whoa whoa whoa guys.
I want in You know I know a bit about the certs lol having bricked and restored mine several times lol:silly::silly::silly:
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I don't have it anymore

iBowToAndroid said:
I don't have it anymore
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You know it sucks too I know several people with s8 or 9 maybe even a note 8 or 9 with Eng certs and unlocked bootloader on Snapgragon U model Makes me jealous
Wish we could find a way to copy or something with em

TheMadScientist said:
Whoa whoa whoa guys.
I want in You know I know a bit about the certs lol having bricked and restored mine several times lol:silly::silly::silly:
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Hello guys,
I own a SM-N960F ENG MODE: DEV DEVICE which is in "custom binary blocked by frp lock". I have tried to flash all sorts of firmware including the latest stock version CSDE to no avail. ODIN passes it successfully but when it tries to reboot it goes again into "custom binary blocked by frp lock"
Hope you might shed some light...

besmirgogu said:
Hello guys,
I own a SM-N960F ENG MODE: DEV DEVICE which is in "custom binary blocked by frp lock". I have tried to flash all sorts of firmware including the latest stock version CSDE to no avail. ODIN passes it successfully but when it tries to reboot it goes again into "custom binary blocked by frp lock"
Hope you might shed some light...
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It sounds like the binary being referred to is a partition that is not touched by a standard firmware flash. Have you tried flashing the Combination/Factory firmware?

Ive seen guys mention the error but I've never seen it so I'm not sure. Sounds like it's frp locked so i would search on a way to bypass frp on your device. They've changed a bit and i haven't read up on the newer devices really yet I'm not ready to upgrade

iBowToAndroid said:
It sounds like the binary being referred to is a partition that is not touched by a standard firmware flash. Have you tried flashing the Combination/Factory firmware?
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iBowToAndroid, thank you for replying. I tried this specific combination through AP section of ODIN:COMBINATION_FAC_FA81_N960FXXU2ARK4.rar. ODIN flashed successfully but phone is in continuous boot loop stating "Boot Image Signature Check Fail!!!. Reboot to avoid warranty bit set!!!" Combination ARK4 is based on Oreo 8.1 meanwhile device had stock Pie 9.
What do you mean exactly when you say Combination/Factory Firmware if you don't mind...

besmirgogu said:
iBowToAndroid, thank you for replying. I tried this specific combination through AP section of ODIN:COMBINATION_FAC_FA81_N960FXXU2ARK4.rar. ODIN flashed successfully but phone is in continuous boot loop stating "Boot Image Signature Check Fail!!!. Reboot to avoid warranty bit set!!!" Combination ARK4 is based on Oreo 8.1 meanwhile device had stock Pie 9.
What do you mean exactly when you say Combination/Factory Firmware if you don't mind...
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5th digit back is your bootloader number you are flashing a older boot loader than what's on your device

TheMadScientist said:
Ive seen guys mention the error but I've never seen it so I'm not sure. Sounds like it's frp locked so i would search on a way to bypass frp on your device. They've changed a bit and i haven't read up on the newer devices really yet I'm not ready to upgrade
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No, it's not actually FRP locked. It just means that the FRP security is enabled. If he did a factory reset from the Recovery menu, then yes, it would actually be "locked". But he has specifically stated that his device is bootlooping - so how would he do a bypass anyways...?
TheMadScientist said:
5th digit back is your bootloader number you are flashing a older boot loader than what's on your device
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Huh? Dude, that makes no sense. First of all, he stated that it flashed successfully. And regardless, the newest bootloader for his model is 2. So it's impossible for his device to have anything newer.
besmirgogu said:
iBowToAndroid, thank you for replying. I tried this specific combination through AP section of ODIN:COMBINATION_FAC_FA81_N960FXXU2ARK4.rar. ODIN flashed successfully but phone is in continuous boot loop stating "Boot Image Signature Check Fail!!!. Reboot to avoid warranty bit set!!!" Combination ARK4 is based on Oreo 8.1 meanwhile device had stock Pie 9.
What do you mean exactly when you say Combination/Factory Firmware if you don't mind...
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That is exactly what I meant - a Combination firmware. It sounds like whatever changes were made to put it into "Eng mode" prevent it from accepting a stock retail device flash - or at least prevent it from booting on that firmware. Sounds like you might need to look into obtaining a different device

Hello, I just came across a S8 International G950FD phone with this option on Download screen. Not sure if it is worth anything to anyone before I use it. I wonder what this mode means on a Exynos Samsung, because these already allow the bootloader to be unlocked. Anyone know? I could see the G950U utilizing this because the bootloader is locked on the US phones, but unsure what this would benefit on a International model G950FD. Maybe it just means that this S8 does not have RMM or KG State to be prenormal? Like ever maybe, even if I factory reset.

I know this is a bit late, but I have a US note 20 ultra that also says this on the download screen. I recieved the phone about 3 months before the note 20 actually came out.

Custom Binary Blocked by FRP Lock on Custom Rom - don't want to lose data

Hi guys! I got Custom Binary Blocked by FRP Lock while doing idk what, probably i've unticked smth in developers options. I wasn't prepared for this so I haven't made any backup via TWRP. After reading there and there found that flashing in Odin AP, BL, CP and Home_CSC woun't delete my data, right? But I have a custom rom installed on my phone, so, after flashing those files, will my S7 return to stock form even if I flash Home_CSC? Is there any way to not lose data (factory reset) + keeping the custom rom, and get rid of FRP Lock?

Smantanasiceapa said:
Hi guys! I got Custom Binary Blocked by FRP Lock while doing idk what, probably i've unticked smth in developers options. I wasn't prepared for this so I haven't made any backup via TWRP. After reading there and there found that flashing in Odin AP, BL, CP and Home_CSC woun't delete my data, right? But I have a custom rom installed on my phone, so, after flashing those files, will my S7 return to stock form even if I flash Home_CSC? Is there any way to not lose data (factory reset) + keeping the custom rom, and get rid of FRP Lock?
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If you don't even know that turning off oem unlock will result in custom binary block error, how did you even flashed a custom rom at first place ?
Like seriously man, this is a very basic and first step to enable oem unlock before doing anything to your phone and you disabled it ? And you say you unticked 'something' ? If you don't even know what those options meant why you messed them in first place ..
And no, don't even try flashing with HOME csc on a custom rom ! , I don't think they is any back up option for you to save your data now ..
That is why we say to people here on xda : "ALWAYS KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING"
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shah22 said:
If you don't even know that turning off oem unlock will result in custom binary block error, how did you even flashed a custom rom at first place ?
Like seriously man, this is a very basic and first step to enable oem unlock before doing anything to your phone and you disabled it ? And you say you unticked 'something' ? If you don't even know what those options meant why you messed them in first place ..
And no, don't even try flashing with HOME csc on a custom rom ! , I don't think they is any back up option for you to save your data now ..
That is why we say to people here on xda : "ALWAYS KNOW WHAT YOU ARE DOING"
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But there are too many ) and can't keep up with all details even if I note them. I flash things monthly.
Btw where is OEM unlock in Pie?
Thing is, i've read some bullsh*t about securing the twrp, and got me in a point of unticking Developer options, then all went wrong.

Smantanasiceapa said:
But there are too many ) and can't keep up with all details even if I note them. I flash things monthly.
Btw where is OEM unlock in Pie?
Thing is, i've read some bullsh*t about securing the twrp, and got me in a point of unticking Developer options, then all went wrong.
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You never supposed to untick 'enable oem unlock' , if you do you invite the trouble.
What you wanted or was doing exactly that prompted you to do this ? What's 'securing' twrp exactly ?
OEM unlock is always in developer options in the settings..
And pls keep upto date with the details and flashing stuff if you don't want to get yourself in trouble.. search is your best friend mate.. Good luck
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shah22 said:
You never supposed to untick 'enable oem unlock' , if you do you invite the trouble.
What you wanted or was doing exactly that prompted you to do this ? What's 'securing' twrp exactly ?
OEM unlock is always in developer options in the settings..
And pls keep upto date with the details and flashing stuff if you don't want to get yourself in trouble.. search is your best friend mate.. Good luck
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Thank you for advice.
I was thinking to get my recovery (and download mode) secured with a pin or pattern, in case of my phone gets stolen or I loose it. Is it even possible?

Smantanasiceapa said:
Thank you for advice.
I was thinking to get my recovery (and download mode) secured with a pin or pattern, in case of my phone gets stolen or I loose it. Is it even possible?
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Recovery - maybe. Download mode - highly unlikely.
Lol I never even heard about such things being available ..
I think twrp has a password protect feature maybe.. but dunno if any such thing is for download mode ..
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shah22 said:
Recovery - maybe. Download mode - highly unlikely.
Lol I never even heard about such things being available ..
I think twrp has a password protect feature maybe.. but dunno if any such thing is for download mode ..
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I'm thinking if download mode can't be secured with a pin or pattern, then securing recovery with a code is useless.

ive done the same thing, accidentally turned off eom unlock in developers and now i cant get into the phone, is there anything i can do, i dont want to lose my data.

rupi1312 said:
ive done the same thing, accidentally turned off eom unlock in developers and now i cant get into the phone, is there anything i can do, i dont want to lose my data.
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Nope no way as adb method to unlock bootloader doesn't works on samsung, and if it did it would still wipe all your data so not worth the hassle..
Reflash stock rom using odin. And begin from start..
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SM-G955W recovery

i bought a phone from a guy online and its got google acocunt recovery on it. basicly im locked out of the phone. i can get into android recovery and download mode. when i try to use odin i get an error saying odin can't open the serial (com) port. i looked it up n it says i need samsung kies?? not sure about that cuz i understand kies isint for smasung s8+? my recovery screen says samsung/dream2qltevl/dream2qltecan
8.0.0/r16NW/g955wvls5sa1

Fate playing games these days I just wrote a post about it in this thread.
I hope you fix your problem friend.

UPDATE. I figured out how to use odin but after flashing I still needed the password for the Google account on the phone. I tried to create a new combination file to flash to delete the frp but I need a password doe the AP,BL ECT I got the firmware from Sam firmware extracted the 5 files fine but can't change to zip without password.

XDHx86 said:
Fate playing games these days I just wrote a post about it in this thread.
I hope you fix your problem friend.
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Thank you did you have any luck? Im not having any frustrating lol

ghettozo said:
Thank you did you have any luck? Im not having any frustrating lol
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You can search for combination file instead, I got those sites here and here from just typing "G955W combination file" into google.
If it still fails - Though I doubt - try this tool then, I can't confirm if it's working or if it's safe though.
Also code is encrypted so I can't confirm if it contains malicious code. So it may be unsafe both for your android and for your PC lol.
Maybe you can use it on a windows sandbox.