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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] szpic:
Hi how to force i9100 not to use any gsm/umts/3g connection to surf in internet?

i want use only wifi.

I downloaded apn droid. chose "Disable all apn"

but i can still surf

Any idea?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ludow:
Is there CWM for SGS II?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Breece:
I'm planning on upgrading from my N1 to the S2:

Will it be possible to transfer the SMS / Apps+Data e.G. with Titanium backup?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JJEgan:
NO or not yet and that should be a FAQ .

jje
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Spl4tt:
yeah u can

for sms theres an app called "kAmMa's BackupSMS" wich i use to transfer SMS convos.

try it
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] JBNAquatics:
Does the SGSII have any way to connect to composite? Like micro usb to composite? I heard that 3.5mm to composite does not work like it does on the SGSI.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] theomega:
This is not possible. There is no video out via 3.5mm jack. Also, MicroUSB/MHL/HDMI use digital signals whereas composite/component use analog signals. Your only solution would be to get the forthcoming MHL adapter to HDMI and then plug it into an HDMI-Composite converter box. SGS2 by itself has no support for analog video output
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] moxdown:
has anyone tried nds4droid on the sg2? How well does it work and what are your evaluations?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] asheg:
mhm.. strange. quite while ago i saw in this faq "how to kill camera sound", but can't find it now..

can u pls say the file name i have to rename to do it?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fevves:
I'm really interested in this too, but seems everyone is busy on something else, while THIS could be important for people not wanting to have their SGS II on foreign language menu etc.

Is there a guide or any info on CSC importing etc? How come so may modders does not have a clue about this simplicity and keeps pointing things not having anything to do with latest base with ANY CSC available? Or minority issues are not considered? I mean, it would be really nice to have any base / modem with any CSC, and not like SAMSUNG developed it - per regions and LOCKED to only those regions...

I mean, if there is a possibility to import CSC in need ,wouldn't it be great to use any base code and then simply apply CSC onto it, having needed language in every single base???

Anyone competent on importing/applying different CSC and region files?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ezio.AUDITORE:
Fevves,

there are single CSC packs on page http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1075278 so you can upload fw and then upload custom CSC you need.

My problem is that there arent packages for Serbain CSC so Im wondering if this will do the trick.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Fevves:
Saw that thread, still in need (as you uourself) of MSR CSC and still wondering if it can work by merelly copying files.

I remember on Symbian you could cook a rom with languages and t9 of your preference as long as language files are not outdated.

I wish someone can ilumminate this a bit further.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Trakinão:
Awsome thread, Thank you!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ezio.AUDITORE:
I just received MSR CSC from Intratech!!! Thx!

http://www.megaupload.com/?d=P4WJAMTX
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fox1561:
Hi. A few days ago I updated ROM (official) - baseband version -XXKI4, build number-XWKI8, android version - 2.3.5.

And now I have the problem - the device constantly reloads. What do you think about it?

Thank you.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] droidburn:
Just joined....so need to post here before I can move to dev forums
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] swapnilp18:
Whays the latest indian ANdroid

guys,

i AM A kind of minnow here.........

may i know what is the latest OFFICIAL android version available in india..............
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Athavan:
official android version in india is android 2.3.. xxkf3..

it has been 6 months since we get last update!

and for ur attention there is a dedicated indian gs2 users thread where you can get lotz of info...

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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alexandru_srs:
i'm having an issue when receiving a call, the phone vibrates and i can hear the ringtone, but it takes about 4 seconds before the screen lights up and i can actually answer the call.

any idea what this is related to? Thanks in advance!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] adz63:
Same problem on checkrom revo hd. Tried every kernel .still not fixed even after asking on loads of forums

sent from sesame street on the galaxy s2
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alexandru_srs:
i also have checkrom v4 hd, with darkknight 2.3+
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Athavan:
im also on checkrom rev hd.. no issues for me...

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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jakeonline:
Hi guys,

New S2 user here. I'm planning to upgrade my firmware and i'm looking for the official ROM KK5.

I'm a bit confused on the difference beetween:

the "Frankenstein" ROM by Intratech in http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1075278

vs

the one in Sammobile - http://www.sammobile.com/firmware/?page=-1

I'm looking for whatever is "official" :) Any help please?

Indeed I'm a newbie so I'll stick with what's official first and no rooting - for now :)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jakeonline:
my bad, i posted the incorrect Sammobile link, it should be this one - http://hotfile.com/dl/136310155/64f8cc4/I9100XWKK5_I9100OXXKJ3.rar.html - which i found in the Thread "2.3.6 for Galaxy S2"
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] fer866:
the one of sammobile of course, I have the kk5 and it works perfect
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jakeonline:
thanks @fer866, i went with the KK2 in intratech's thread for now.

i almost installed the kk5 in sammobile's link in one of the forums but got confused why it guide suggested to do the 'check the repartition' - i was initially reading the guide of intratech and it's a no-no for him to check the repartition.

i'm wondering why there are two different instructions? i'm new with this so please bear with my stupid questions!

did you go with the check the repartition when you upgraded yours?

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one more question please -

anyone having trouble doing the Odin flashing where it freezes when i start the flashing? it says "Please Wait" and the Odin app window has the "(Not responding)" in it.

I'm using Windows 7 64-bit and exited any Kies related background process.

I yielded to using another laptop with Windows Vista.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Athavan:
nope... do not check repartition..

uninstall and reinstall kies.. and try again...

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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nexan21:
i9100p nfc root/kernel/rom

Hi all ,

I'm not new to rooting/flashing & understand the importance of knowing what your doing , so . . .

just upgraded from an HTC desire to an Sgs2 (likey so far)

model GT-I9100P (NFC model)

ver 2.3.4

baseband I9100PBVK12

kernel 2.6.35.7 I9100PBVK13

I have read , for quite a few hours , but haven't found any definitive answers .

1. Do I have to do anything different to root this model over older I9100

2. Will NFC be affected if I follow guides for I9100 over I9100P

3. Which is the easiest/most up to date guide you can recommend to do the above.

I like the phone so far , main reason for root is to get rid of orange uk crap bloat , so any comments on that are welcomed too .

thanks in advance for any help , links or kind comments
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] alexis0076:
thanks a lot !
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Perosma:
Help .

Hi , i was trying to update the firmware of my firends s2 i9100 with odin but odin gaved fail then i couldnt switch it to download mode or something it only has a screen that show a pc and phone that cant conenct now on itno matter what i do , i dont think its bricked because its opening but i cant change it to download mode what should i do with it ? Thanks .
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] stormtroopercs:
so if i get a unlocked i9100 the bootloader is unlocked so i can flash roms and kernels right away right? (coming from the xperia play where the bootloader was locked and i had to pay to get it unlocked) :D sorry im new to this :P
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] elms327:
Csc: Olbke5

CSC: OLBKE5 is for what region?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] kofte:
For Asia I think.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jakeonline:
thanks Athavan for the suggestion, will try this out when i'll do another flash next time i upgrade. cheers!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] elms327:
thanks so much
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] shyamal9891:
please help

am planning on installing litening rom which will be my first custom rom....i just rooted my phone.....samsung galaxy s2...what do i need to know before flashing this rom my android version is 2.3.3 and kernel is I9100ZSKE7....can i flash this rom under these specs....am a complete noob to android and am just wondering the exact procedure of installing a custom rom ive googled this an have found answers but i am scared of bricking my phone and was wondering if i can flash any rom or do i have to install any kernel or android version suited to the rom i want to install before flashing the rom.....any sort of help would be appreciated
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jakeonline:
aha, KL3 now available, will be able to test if uninstalling kies will un-freeze my Odin during flashing *fingers-crossed*. KL3 available in Intratech's thread.

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in case i go the custom ROM route, what would be your recommended ROM please if my consideration would be the following in terms of ranking:

- speed (especially in browser where there would be no pixelation - white and grey checkered shapes - when browsing pages)

- battery life

cheers!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] m11ggas:
Hi guys plz can some one help I have a galaxy s2 and want to know y when I do a battery usage check it tells me display is 49%... I have my screen display on around the 30% mark of the bar... I its always been at that but for some reason the last week or so my battery has been draining half way through the day with the same amount of usage I have been doing over the last 6 months... Is the screen display 49% average or too high? plz help its doing my head in... I am running stock firmware gingerbread 2.3.5. Also when I do a *#*#4636#*#* and check usage its got samsung home 112 what is this?

Many thanks in advance...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] jakeonline:
aha, uninstalling Kies worked! no more freezing Odin. didn't have to install Kies again, might have no use for it at the moment, i think.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] baekwondo:
Does using the phone while charging affects the battery life somehow?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hawkspleen:
Rooting i9000 help

Hi Guys,

After trawling through more help pages than I care care to remember and still not finding a satisfactory answer I thought I'd throw it to you as I'm sure one of you will have the right information.

I live in Thailand and have recently bought a S2 (not tied to any carrier) which I'm very happy with but firmware versions for rooting are causing me a headache.

Here is the info from settings:

Model:GT-i9100

Android Version: 2.3.3

Baseband Version: I9100DXKF1

Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100DXKF4-CL310100root@DELL101 #2

Build Number: GINGERBREAD.DXKF4

CSC: 9100 LCKF1

Now, each 'How To Root' posting I see tells you to download the original kernel, then an insecure kernel, perform the patch etc. My problems are twofold, first, I can't find a copy of the original kernel anywhere (and believe me I have really tried). Second, I can't find a 'matching' insecure kernel to patch with, at least not with the DX at the beginning although the KF4 seems not uncommon.

As I only speak English I don't mind flashing to another region if necessary but I'm also a bit confused about the Baseband, CSC, Kernel and Build numbers as I can't find a decent description of how they are interdependent on each other and what I would have to update to completely change a region.

I feel like such a noob asking these questions (I guess I am to Android)but if anyone could help I'd really appreciate it. :)

Thanks
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] geronimo_2:
you have alot of reading to do mate ;-).

here are some of my notes if they help:

"PDA refers to the build version of the firmware

Phone refers to the baseband/modem version

CSC is the consumer software customisation and is specific to geographical region and carriers. It contains the software packages specific to that region, carrier branding and also APN settings for data connection, MMS etc for your service provider.

CSC has nothing to do with what languages the firmware supports and it will not add keyboard language support either.

.PIT refers to the partition information table you only need it if you screw up your partition table or if the firmware specifically requires it because of a change in the partition table layout. It's very likely you may never have to use this."

-------

you can try rooting with CF-root kernel.

start your trip here, then ask for clarifications of certain things. It would take all day to explain every detail regarding all this ,and big part was already explained by great people ;):

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1134290

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1125282

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1075278

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Hawkspleen:
Thanks very much geronimo_2, the help is appreciated muchly.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] odm3xda:
Samsung crap

how do i get rid of all samsung customizations and get a nexus like stock android 2.3 ?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] E:V:A:
About Contacts Import/Export, Backup/Restore and Data/Sync

I suggest you include this in your sticky FAQ:

"About Contacts Import/Export, Backup/Restore and Data/Sync"

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1417184

In addition it would be nice to have it double posted in the Android General Q/A section...
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] zemariaabreusantos:
Hi I have a question concerning NFC. I live in portugal and the Technology is just starting to apear. Also With the New Android Beam, I want to share thins with my friends... I was wandering if there is anyway of bringing a NFC chip to the phone? :/
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pika456:
Any way to use long-press volume buttons to next/prev track?

tested on original rom with original + siyah and no app works on that
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] STEVEN_MCK:
Thanks a lot f this to is useful for me cheers!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] pulser_g2:
That's a CM7 feature
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] scott8281:
Question...

I'm using a Unlocked i9100 on att as well, im currently running cm7.1. The only stock rom ive tried is XXKI3 and it runs great. After reading through the OP i dont see any firmwares that are specific to North America. KI3 is for Poland but it works well in the US on At&t.. Can any of you with At&t & an unlocked Galaxy sII point me in the direction of a few stock firmwares you have tried and would recommend?

Thanks

Firmware info

PDA:XXKI3

PHONE: XXKI3

Date: 15/09/2011

Android 2.3.5
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] almousawi:
thanx, but it need more FAQs i think !
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] mc01319:
I don't think so. When i am at home with wifi the most time i have my phone plugged
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sohebq:
es file explorer help needed

my laptop is connected with wireless router. Now using ES FILE EXPLORER, how can I browse contents on laptop(win 7),,,

Earlier i was doing it successfully on my win 7 pc which was connected via LAN on same network.

what kinda server i need to make. Thaks
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] sohell:
Coming from a SGS to SGS2 - is Odin the same for both?

Great thread - I wonder if someone can answer my question:

I have been flashing an i9000 for the past 18 months, and am very familiar with Odin.

I now have the chance to upgrade to an i9100 (yay!), and just wanted to know if I can use the same Odin that I used with the SGS1 with the SGS2 - or is it a different Odin software that is needed? I have had a look around, but cant seem to find the answer.

Many thanks!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Athavan:
you can use that same old one...

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[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] batja84:
Omega fimware

Hi, I'm new here and i have no permission to post in developers thread.

Does anyone has Omega firmware. I can't find how I can reboot my Galaxy. There is no such menu.

Thanks.

Solved: JKay Deluxe Settings
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] nakizzzle805:
I have used the most recent odin to flash a kernel to my Galaxy s2.

---------- Post added at 11:30 AM ---------- Previous post was at 11:28 AM ----------

Anyone know how to restore without using a app since the APN backup and restore apps are not working with Android 4.0????
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] UpInTheAir:
I believe your question has been answered in your double post here ;)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] saurabhtyagi:
Issue with MIUI and siyah kernal

Hi,

I flashed the latest siyah kernal 2.6.7 on MIUI Rom 2.1.132.1.13, but after flashing the kernal my phone is not going into USB mode when connecting to PC. It is just charging with no 'USB connected' notification. help?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ssassen:
Okay, I'm new to all this, so go easy, I already read a fair bit, but there's a few questions I have lingering in my mind still. Here's where I am at:

- Dutch Galaxy S2 I9001, I9100XXKI4 (bought at bol.com)

- I used Chainfire's method of rooting the phone and used an official kernel to get rid of the yellow triangle.

- Installed Superuser and Ti Pro Backup

Now if I'm not mistaken I'm all set to remove some of the stock apps the phone came shipped with (Digilezen from bol.com being the most annoying one). I have 'frozen' a number of apps I think I won't be needing, and tried a few things to see whether the phone is still in working order and it seems to be fine.

However I have a few questions still:

1) If I need to roll back to stock rom at some point, do I simply do a factory reset? Would that put the phone back in stock condition?

2) Is there a list somewhere of what apps can be safely uninstalled?

3) I'm currently on KI4 firmware, can I upgrade to other versions too?

4) If I remove all Samsung apps will I still be able to update firmware using /settings/software update?

5) What's the use of setting up an account with Samsung?

Any answers/suggestions provided would be appreciated!
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] UpInTheAir:
First suggestion (without appearing rude) is to do a little searching yourself. Will save a lot of flamming at you! Most information easily found by using the search forum function, reading the stickies, or google :rolleyes:

1. Factory reset and then flash back appropriate official firmware package (with klernel) from [ROM+Guide]Official i9100 Firmwares KG, KH, KI, KJ, KK1/2/5, KL1/2/3, LA2 Download

2. Applications Safe To Remove

3. Yes, easily from Intratech's thread in answer #1. If you have custom recovery CWM (ClockWorkMod) installed, can easily flash any suitable custom ROM, kernel, theme etc directly from sdcard via the CWM recovery menu. Has be be in a special flashable .zip format.

4. Have a read of the spreadsheet. Some apps can't be removed if you want the OTA update service to work. eg Samsung account, Software update .......

5. I don't bother, but you can download some of their "free" apps and wallpapers etc, maybe phone tracking which can be done with another dozen apps free on the market anyway.

Hope that helps, but remember to search and read instructions and last few pages of any thread for yourself,........before posting. ;)

Cheers:)
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TG09:
Hi All,

Yesterday I updated my SG S2 to 2.3.6

Build Number - GT-I9100-eng 2.3.6 Gingerbread XXKL1 test-keys

Since I did that, I can not use KIES anymore, it does not connect.

I am in New Zealand, the phone is from here as well. Its an unlocked phone, brought from **** Smith.

Is there a reason why it will not connect anymore?

- Reading a bit more around this forum I could of used the update, could it be the wrong region I used?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] ssassen:
Thanks! And apologies if my questions seem all too obvious.

However I'm still not sure how to read your above reply. Am I correct in believing that a phone with a I9100XXKI4 rom can only be updated with a rom which ends with KI*? And the XX code in front is the country/region code and doesn't matter much at all?
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] UpInTheAir:
You are incorrect. You can flash just about any ROM / modem / kernel / CSC you like (official or custom). Flash as a package or individual components or combo. Edit: You will lose root if you flash an official firmware package, so re-root, or use Mobile Odin (explained further on) to flash.

If you intend to mix and match, KIES will not recognise it, as the phone "product code" will have changed. You can always flash back your orignial, but udates can always be found here at XDA and Intratech's thread.

Easiest method is to get yourself a Samsung USB jig from ebay (just a couple dollars) and you can reset the binary flash counter anytime (and remove warning triangle). This way, you can flash custom kernels and ROMs directly from sdcard and reset the counter easily, and if you're ever "soft-bricked", jig can also force phone into download mode.

The jig probably won't work with you current bootloader. Just flash the old bootloader from Intratech's thread with Odin (PDA or Bootloader section). Done

Flashing is done from CWM Recovery, Odin - PC, Heimdall - PC, or Mobile Odin Lite app (paid version can root during flash & inject CWM ). Each method have pros and cons.

As you would have read, most custom ROMs are .zip format that are designed to be flashed directly from sdcard when in the CWM Recovery menu (just navigate and install zip from sdcard..........) Kernels via CWM too, but some Devs will make .tar file to be flashed with Odin. Themes are flashed from here too (just make sure wipe cache and advavned/dalvik in CWM recovery before).

Before installing a newer Android version ie 2.35 -> 2.36, or jumping between custom ROMs, advisable to backup data to PC and then factory reset, wipe cache and dalvik too. Before anything, make a nan-backup in recovery.

As with flashing anything, it is important to backup your EFS folder (do some reading on that). There are many ways, but easiest way is you use a app free on the market Hellcat k-tool or from PC EFS Backup Pro. Backing this up and saving in multiple places is highly recommended, if EFS gets corrupted, your phone will be good for only an alarm clock (corrupted IMEI = no network connection).
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] TG09:
Is there a way I can get the original ROM for my NZ phone. It is getting annoying that I can not connect my phone to a pc.
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] Ezio.AUDITORE:
Is there any way to have a large picture when someone is calling like on iPhone???
[Galaxy S II Q&A, Help & Troubleshooting] putochip0123:
cant flash the updates of CM9

cant flash the updates of CM9