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Galaxy S5 SCL23 (SM-G900J)

Hello.
I just recently got Galaxy S5 which appears to be only sold in Japan. There's some custom firmware installed on it which prevents Android to be updated. Phone doesn't have SIM locked, so any SIM card can be used.
Because the forum doesn't allow me to post link to a screenshot which shows firmware info I'll just write it down.
Android version:
4.4.2
Baseband version:
SCL23KDU1BNE4
Kernel version:
3.4.0
[email protected] #1
Wed May 14 19:59:35 KST 2014
Build number:
SCL23KDU1BNE4
SE for Android status:
Enforcing
SEPF_SCL23_4.4.2_0011
Wed May 19:59:13 2014
Hardware version:
G900J.07
Security software version:
MDF v1.0 Release 2
VPN v1.4 Release 1
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I'd like to completely wipe this firmware from the device, replace it with the latest Android version (6.0?) and root it. At first I'd like to know if it's even possible to do any kind of firmware changes on this model and what exactly do I need to perform the update/root.
Thanks.

Doesn't look like there is a 6.0 stock ROM for it, but you can upgrade to 5.0 here
http://updato.com/firmware-archive-select-model?r=&v=&q=SCL23
Flash with ODIN (Instructions all over the forum many times)

Okay, instructions on updato seems quite easy to follow so that shouldnt be a problem. Is there any recommended tool for root? I've found a lot of them and I really don't want to mess something up.
PS: How come there's no stock ROM for 6.0 even tho it's been mentioned in some articles that SCL23 model is also supported by Marshmallow update?

Anyone?

Okay, update to 5.0 passed without any issues. There are some default japanese applications on the phone which I cannot uninstall, is it possible to get rid of those somehow?

I have the same device Do you update succeeded or not

I installed Android 6.0.1 and the network was missing help someone Galaxy scl23 or give the firmware 4.4.2 or help to find the GSM network

zaza66 said:
I installed Android 6.0.1 and the network was missing help someone Galaxy scl23 or give the firmware 4.4.2 or help to find the GSM network
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Go to this link & download 4.4.2 then follow this tutorial.
Make sure to use key input from the options & use capital letters where needed. All being well you will have everything working again.
Make sure not to use any download manager for the download link. File gets about 100kbps so it'll take a few hours but you will get it.
I did the above then rooted the phone & flashed correct TWRP version to it then flashed 5.0 Lollipop SpaceX rom here. Everything working good & no loss of service on reset or reboot.
Hope it helps

Root help

Is there a way to root muy phone, everything I find is outdated & for an older version.
Provider: Verizon
Service: Metro Pcs
Android: 7.0
Security update: June, 1, 2017

https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...snapdragon-galaxy-s7-s7e-nougat-root-t3569307

Are you sure that this will work? I didn't see anything on the security patch being supported? He only listed a T-Mobile edge security patch

Dirtydcs said:
Are you sure that this will work? I didn't see anything on the security patch being supported? He only listed a T-Mobile edge security patch
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The root kernel listed will work with all version.of the os you root, 6.0.1 or 7.0. There have been no posts about certain security updates not running root right, just the posts about supersu updates causing glitches. You'll be fine

So just to understand, security updates are irrelevant if the android version matches?
It's been awhile since I've rooted anything, just trying to get the basics down to avoid a brick.
landshark68 said:
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ve...snapdragon-galaxy-s7-s7e-nougat-root-t3569307
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gunz.jones said:
The root kernel listed will work with all version.of the os you root, 6.0.1 or 7.0. There have been no posts about certain security updates not running root right, just the posts about supersu updates causing glitches. You'll be fine
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Dirtydcs said:
So just to understand, security updates are irrelevant if the android version matches?
It's been awhile since I've rooted anything, just trying to get the basics down to avoid a brick.
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Yeah. The better news is that using Odin and flashing any of the flushable packages through Odin for any carrier will not brick your phone as long as it is a non-Chinese snapdragon variant. So vzw, unlocked, AT&T...whatever your flavor. Devs have hybrid roms that run without root and provide some customization as well.

just did this, sorry was away because of work. say's "custom unlock" now so it worked with no issues! Thank you!!!

@Dirtydcs
Thank you for posting that it worked helps keep info up to date for others.
I just got a SM-G930V from verizion and also have Android Version 7.0, I'm at Security patch level May 1, 2017 and have Baseband version G930VVRS4BQC9 and was wondering if this was the same baseband version you where running? When you rooted.
Thanks

Finger print issue can be fixed by just clearing the prints off your phone

[help] root, twrp, knox

I know there's a lot of discussions already on these topics but as this is the first time I'm rooting any of my devices, I just wanted to make sure I know what I'm doing and what I might end up messing.. hope the members will come forward and take me to the world of infinite possibilities..
The phone I'm using:
Samsung Galaxy s8 ( SM-G950FD)
Reasons I want to root my phone:
1. Dual speaker mod
2. Viper4android
3. Substratum themes (black overlay on all apps)
4. Uninstalling bloatware
5. Maximizing free RAM to enhance speed and fluidity
6.Other software tweaks that requires root permission
7. s9 infinity wallpapers
Now, let's come down to WHY AM I HOLDING MYSELF BACK:
1.nervous and confused like hell
2.secure folder (I love Samsung's method of securing personal data)
3. Samsung pass autofill feature
4. Different instructions all over the internet for doing same thing i.e rooting, recovery, etc. Not sure which is the absolute best and safest method.
Questions on my mind:
1. Can I come back exactly where I'm right now once I root, install TWRP?
2. Which would be the best and most stable ROM taking my rooting priorities into account?
3. Can't I use secure folder and samsung pass integration after rooting? (Some posts, videos suggest we can use these even after rooting)
4. What does tripping KNOX mean? Is it something like, once I install custom recovery I can't ever access the KNOX integrated softwares?? even if I decide to come back where I'm now i.e everything samsung has provided us with. In other words, it's question 1.
I know I made my queries a bit too large.. large enough to make some folks laugh at me, but it is what it is.. I just wanted you people to know EXACTLY where I'm standing, what I'm trying to do.. please do not hesitate to leave any suggestion/comment RELATED to my post.
And the LAST FAVOUR (at least for the time being ) I would want from you folks would be a STEP BY STEP GUIDE to achieve my targets.. i.e rooting, TWRP recovery and "Reasons I want to root my phone" section..
Plz, plzzz, plzzzzzz help me..

Xerxes.01 said:
I know there's a lot of discussions already on these topics but as this is the first time I'm rooting any of my devices, I just wanted to make sure I know what I'm doing and what I might end up messing.. hope the members will come forward and take me to the world of infinite possibilities..
The phone I'm using:
Samsung Galaxy s8 ( SM-G950FD)
Reasons I want to root my phone:
1. Dual speaker mod
2. Viper4android
3. Substratum themes (black overlay on all apps)
4. Uninstalling bloatware
5. Maximizing free RAM to enhance speed and fluidity
6.Other software tweaks that requires root permission
7. s9 infinity wallpapers
Now, let's come down to WHY AM I HOLDING MYSELF BACK:
1.nervous and confused like hell
2.secure folder (I love Samsung's method of securing personal data)
3. Samsung pass autofill feature
4. Different instructions all over the internet for doing same thing i.e rooting, recovery, etc. Not sure which is the absolute best and safest method.
Questions on my mind:
1. Can I come back exactly where I'm right now once I root, install TWRP?
2. Which would be the best and most stable ROM taking my rooting priorities into account?
3. Can't I use secure folder and samsung pass integration after rooting? (Some posts, videos suggest we can use these even after rooting)
4. What does tripping KNOX mean? Is it something like, once I install custom recovery I can't ever access the KNOX integrated softwares?? even if I decide to come back where I'm now i.e everything samsung has provided us with. In other words, it's question 1.
I know I made my queries a bit too large.. large enough to make some folks laugh at me, but it is what it is.. I just wanted you people to know EXACTLY where I'm standing, what I'm trying to do.. please do not hesitate to leave any suggestion/comment RELATED to my post.
And the LAST FAVOUR (at least for the time being ) I would want from you folks would be a STEP BY STEP GUIDE to achieve my targets.. i.e rooting, TWRP recovery and "Reasons I want to root my phone" section..
Plz, plzzz, plzzzzzz help me..
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Before going anywhere you need to know, once you install twrp, your Knox is permanently tripped, if you use Samsung pay, it won't work, if you stay stock things like s-health, secure folder won't work. Using custom roms will allow you to use s-health and secure folder, but Samsung pay will never work, even if you flash stock firmware. So before you do anything you need to make a decision about that.

I will follow this topic. Same questions than op. In my case Samsung pay does not work in my country

sofir786 said:
Before going anywhere you need to know, once you install twrp, your Knox is permanently tripped, if you use Samsung pay, it won't work, if you stay stock things like s-health, secure folder won't work. Using custom roms will allow you to use s-health and secure folder, but Samsung pay will never work, even if you flash stock firmware. So before you do anything you need to make a decision about that.
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I never used samsung pay and I don't think I ever will.. If secure folder can be accessed flashing a custom ROM, the one and only app I would now be worried about is SAMSUNG PASS as I love the fact that I never even have to put the username, let alone the password while accessing my university website which instantly scans my iris and puts me through.. I don't know what I'm gonna do in the end, but if I can't use samsung pass after rooting, it is something I'll miss a lot.. hope I made my point clear..

Xerxes.01 said:
I never used samsung pay and I don't think I ever will.. If secure folder can be accessed flashing a custom ROM, the one and only app I would now be worried about is SAMSUNG PASS as I love the fact that I never even have to put the username, let alone the password while accessing my university website which instantly scans my iris and puts me through.. I don't know what I'm gonna do in the end, but if I can't use samsung pass after rooting, it is something I'll miss a lot.. hope I made my point clear..
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Oreo brings the Google equivalent to Samsung Pass so you'll still have that as an alternative

I have an s8 SM-G950f ( Exynos Variant ) Stock rom nougat 7.0
I have installed TWRP and rooted phone
To add to @sofir786 installing TWRP will trip knox - no going back so things like secure folder,samsung pay etc won't work.
at this stage the only way around a trip knox is a new mother board or a new phone
Knox security apparently is a samsung thing.
Not sure about samsung pass but when i try to run it it picks up that the phone is rooted and not that knox is tripped.
Note:The only samsung apps i really use is e-mail and maybe internet so tripping the knox didn't worry me.
Also the device status (Settings - about phone - status -device status)will change from official to custom
Basically no more OTA software updates (can up be done manually though)
Another thing to consider in regards to rooting your phone (as their are many methods) is whether
or not you are worried about passing google's safety net and it it can also effect playstore certification(certified to uncertified device).
FYI : i am using TWRP ver3.2.1.0
Magisk for rooting phone (passes saftey net and has root hiding capabilities for apps looking for root)
i don't know to much about custom roms as i have only used stock roms.If i want a custom rom
feel i use an xposed module to do it,something like gravity box
If you do decide to install twrp and root the first thing to do is chech/make sure that your bootloader(OEM0
is unlocked.
All info on 'how to' can be found on xda threads

spawnlives said:
I have an s8 SM-G950f ( Exynos Variant ) Stock rom nougat 7.0
I have installed TWRP and rooted phone
To add to @sofir786 installing TWRP will trip knox - no going back so things like secure folder,samsung pay etc won't work.
at this stage the only way around a trip knox is a new mother board or a new phone
Knox security apparently is a samsung thing.
Not sure about samsung pass but when i try to run it it picks up that the phone is rooted and not that knox is tripped.
Note:The only samsung apps i really use is e-mail and maybe internet so tripping the knox didn't worry me.
Also the device status (Settings - about phone - status -device status)will change from official to custom
Basically no more OTA software updates (can up be done manually though)
Another thing to consider in regards to rooting your phone (as their are many methods) is whether
or not you are worried about passing google's safety net and it it can also effect playstore certification(certified to uncertified device).
FYI : i am using TWRP ver3.2.1.0
Magisk for rooting phone (passes saftey net and has root hiding capabilities for apps looking for root)
i don't know to much about custom roms as i have only used stock roms.If i want a custom rom
feel i use an xposed module to do it,something like gravity box
If you do decide to install twrp and root the first thing to do is chech/make sure that your bootloader(OEM0
is unlocked.
All info on 'how to' can be found on xda threads
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Thanks buddy.. and you too @sofir786.. you guys made it easier for me to make a decision.. which is I'm gonna become an android geek.. :victory: now that I've come to an end, I just want a li'l more.. :silly:
* I was wondering if I still have to pay dollars to apply substratum theme after rooting and installing TWRP recovery on my device.
*** If someone could provide all the links, tips, ROM (the one with absolutely basic and stock features as I love the stock ROM but I've to root and install TWRP to access the features I mentioned at the very beginning)
Plz keep in mind that this is the very FIRST time I'll be EVER attempting root, twrp, kernel, firmware, and the list goes on and on.. so, plz spare some time and be specific(PLZ) .. breaking it down to step by step would be easier for me to understand so that I don't mess up anything..I'm attaching my "About Phone" section so that you know all you need to about my device.
嵶簝会SOFTWARE INFORMATION
Android version
8.0.0
Samsung Experience version
9.0
Baseband version
G950FXXU1CRC7
Kernel version
4.4.13-13201289-QB17339056
[email protected] #1
Thu Mar 15 18:46:17 KST 2018
Build number
R16NW.G950FXXU1CRC7
SE for Android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SM-G950F_8.0.0_0002
Thu Mar 15 19:00:09 2018
Knox version
Knox 3.0
Knox API level 24
TIMA 3.3.0
Service provider SW ver
SAOMC_SM-G950F_OXM_BNG 00 0007
ce031713ab94bc630d
BNG/BNG/BNG
Security software version
MDF v3.1 Release 1
WLAN v1.0 Release 1
VPN PP-MOD v2.1 Release 1.0
ASKS v1.4 Release 180123
FIPS BoringSSL v1.2
FIPS SKC v1.8
FIPS SCrypto v2.0
FIPS FMP y1.2

Xerxes.01 said:
Thanks buddy.. and you too @sofir786.. you guys made it easier for me to make a decision.. which is I'm gonna become an android geek.. :victory: now that I've come to an end, I just want a li'l more.. :silly:
* I was wondering if I still have to pay dollars to apply substratum theme after rooting and installing TWRP recovery on my device.
*** If someone could provide all the links, tips, ROM (the one with absolutely basic and stock features as I love the stock ROM but I've to root and install TWRP to access the features I mentioned at the very beginning)
Plz keep in mind that this is the very FIRST time I'll be EVER attempting root, twrp, kernel, firmware, and the list goes on and on.. so, plz spare some time and be specific(PLZ) .. breaking it down to step by step would be easier for me to understand so that I don't mess up anything..I'm attaching my "About Phone" section so that you know all you need to about my device.
嵶簝会SOFTWARE INFORMATION
Android version
8.0.0
Samsung Experience version
9.0
Baseband version
G950FXXU1CRC7
Kernel version
4.4.13-13201289-QB17339056
[email protected] #1
Thu Mar 15 18:46:17 KST 2018
Build number
R16NW.G950FXXU1CRC7
SE for Android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SM-G950F_8.0.0_0002
Thu Mar 15 19:00:09 2018
Knox version
Knox 3.0
Knox API level 24
TIMA 3.3.0
Service provider SW ver
SAOMC_SM-G950F_OXM_BNG 00 0007
ce031713ab94bc630d
BNG/BNG/BNG
Security software version
MDF v3.1 Release 1
WLAN v1.0 Release 1
VPN PP-MOD v2.1 Release 1.0
ASKS v1.4 Release 180123
FIPS BoringSSL v1.2
FIPS SKC v1.8
FIPS SCrypto v2.0
FIPS FMP y1.2
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Something i forgot to mention is modifying your phone may void your warranty.
If you are using a carrier locked phone rooting your phone does not unlock you from that
carrier - separate issue
Custom rom,s i can,t really help you with ( there's a few ) as i am using stock rom. Same goes for themeing
a search on XDA will give you more info
Since i have rooted my phone any apps(bloatware) that i don't want i have either frozen or uninstalled.
My first step in all this was to find more info about your phone.Apart from the info in settings-about phone
i used an app CPU-Z or My device (or both) both from playstore.
If you have the Snapdragron variant of the s8 (mines Exynos) processor i may be of little help to you as i haven't kept
up to date with Snapdragon variants (you will need an unlocked bootloader(OEM))

spawnlives said:
Something i forgot to mention is modifying your phone may void your warranty.
If you are using a carrier locked phone rooting your phone does not unlock you from that
carrier - separate issue
Custom rom,s i can,t really help you with ( there's a few ) as i am using stock rom. Same goes for themeing
a search on XDA will give you more info
Since i have rooted my phone any apps(bloatware) that i don't want i have either frozen or uninstalled.
My first step in all this was to find more info about your phone.Apart from the info in settings-about phone
i used an app CPU-Z or My device (or both) both from playstore.
If you have the Snapdragron variant of the s8 (mines Exynos) processor i may be of little help to you as i haven't kept
up to date with Snapdragon variants (you will need an unlocked bootloader(OEM))
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I also own the Exynos Variant (Carrier Unlocked) and voiding the warranty is something I knew from the very beginning... my Bootloader version is "G950FXXU1CRD7"

Xerxes.01 said:
I also own the Exynos Variant (Carrier Unlocked) and voiding the warranty is something I knew from the very beginning... my Bootloader version is "G950FXXU1CRD7"
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This is the thread i used to install twrp on my phone
I suggest you read it all and as it may tell you some additional infomation.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...pment/recovery-twrp-galaxy-s8-exynos-t3595102
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S8 using XDA Labs

spawnlives said:
This is the thread i used to install twrp on my phone
I suggest you read it all and as it may tell you some additional infomation.
https://forum.xda-developers.com/ga...pment/recovery-twrp-galaxy-s8-exynos-t3595102
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Edit: i would first do a backup of any files/apps
You can use smart swich or kies3 or an app from playstore ( i use titanum backup )
Sent from my Samsung Galaxy S8 using XDA Labs

Unable to root my Verizon Samsumg Galaxy S7 Edge

​ Hello, stop I'm attempting to get my phone successfully rooted. But I can't get anything but the official stock firmware to flash in Odin. I have downloaded multiple stock and custom firmware files, just about all of this threads Odin files with no luck. My conclusion is the CSB1 update patched root.
Here's my software details:
Android Version 8.0
Samsung Experience version 9.0
Baseband version
G935VVRS9CSB1
Kernel version
3.18.71
[email protected] #1
Fri Feb 1 19:05:16 KST 2019
Build number
RT6NW.G935VVRS9CSB1
SE for Android status
Enforcing
SEPF_SM-G935V_8.0.0_0016
Fri Feb 01 19:20:33 2019
Knox version
Knox 3.1
Knox API level 25
TIMA 3.3.0
Security...
...
...
Android security patch level
February 1, 20191
Am I ****ed or is it able to be rooted?

Same problem. For one, we have a v9 bootloader. In addition to that there is something, possibly patched boot

aviberk77 said:
Same problem. For one, we have a v9 bootloader. In addition to that there is something, possibly patched boot
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Can we flash the UU or something to it?

The u firm with the v9 bootloader is the only thing besides regular Verizon stock, yes. You have to use this
Sm-g935uueu9csa3

aviberk77 said:
The u firm with the v9 bootloader is the only thing besides regular Verizon stock, yes. You have to use this
Sm-g935uueu9csa3
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Can i flash root with that??

aviberk77 said:
Same problem. For one, we have a v9 bootloader. In addition to that there is something, possibly patched boot
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You can do it with G935V_REV_9_ENG_ROOT-YEMEN-PRO, ... regards

I've got an s8 (g950u) on pie and would like to root with safestrap methods below

Don't know what bootloader I'm on, looked through countless threads without 1 explaining how to find their respective bootloader version; on pie one ui v 1.0 security patch version July 2019 (not planning on updating anytime soon) last 4 of my build number ending in dsg7 if that helps. I understand that I cannot unlock the bootloader with this qualcomm version, I just want root, If you guys can explain to me what the bootloader versions have to do with this as a first step, it'd be greatly appreciated, thanks.