yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Chainfire:
Lol, the automated process works fine...

However, Samsung is using a different kernel packer this time around - so no CF-Root for KL1. It is very difficult to fix this sort of problems with only one kernel. When other kernels are released that are packed using the same method, I will fix up CF-Root.

In the meantime, flash it with Mobile ODIN and EverRoot it, or use the KK5 CF-Root kernel.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] dajumper:
i can confirm that HellcatKernel-v125_XWKK5 is 100% working with kl1 rom!
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] kishd:
Mobile odin works fine with kl1. Busybox needs to be re-installed later. It looks like this is samsungs first deodexed rom no .dex files in system/app.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] pissyhun:
xxkl1 is deodexed, full wipe and for developers. so end user no need to flash it.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] kmlworld:
How to root my t-mobile samsung galaxy S II? ** PLEASE HELP!!

I'm new to this..so please help me!

I am trying to root my T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy SII. My

Model Number: SGH-T989

Android Version: 2.3.5

Baseband version: GINGERBREAD,UVKID

Kernal Version: 2.6.35.11

Thank you in advance for your help!

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Will this instructions work on the T-Mobile Samsung Galaxy S2?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] radier:
Read the first post.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
I think you're in the wrong firum buddy. You need go to T989 dev forums and look there for a rooting method.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Why are you confirming that here?

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] GadgetCheck:
Bad firmware!

I market issues and GPS issues XWKk5 way to go ;)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] dajumper:
because people want to root! because cf-root is not working atm!
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] thay:
Do you mean XXKL1? Works fine and fast for me without issues rooted with chroot kk5 and old bootloader

This firmware is deodexed and has usb debug and allow mock locations on by default. This might cause problems for some,uncheck it.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] wanam:
I'm using it without any issue!! you can get my deodexed base from here.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] jcs70:
This KL1 works fine and fast for me without issues rooted with DooMLoRD v3 !!!
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] stark_br:
Chainfire,

I was reading your toturial to remove the anoying yellow triangle and I have a question. Why this remove only works with CF kernel?

Tks for your attention
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] It_ler:
Because this method of getting rid from the yellow triangle will need CWM Manager app, and CWM Manager app needs CF-Root kernel.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] shkumbin:
I have the same phone:

PDA: I9100XWKI4

PHONE: I9100XXKI1

CSC: I9100XEUKH2

Android version 2.3.4

Did you manage to find 2.3.5 or 2.3.6
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] stark_br:
but after install the original kernel I will have the CWM, right? At this moment why cant I flash another kernel zimage?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] freemini:
Because the stock kernel doesn't have CWM recovery, hence it can't flash zip's or kernels. You don't want triangle but want non-stock kernel, get a jig.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] dieteronomy:
Big thanks. I used to flash my old htc magic eight ways from sunday, but for some reason it feels like I'm starting from scratch with the SGS2.

Yes, I have the DXKI2.. so the closest fit that is still 2.3.3 would be I guess the XX_XEU_KH4? I say guess, because on the first page Chainfire says "Notice: XX_OXA_KG1 is 2.3.4 while XW_MOT_KG1 is 2.3.3! Make sure to check which version you need." But how do I do that? Does the naming convention convey the android version?

I feel the urge to apologize for my densiness. But I greatly appreciate the help. Thank you.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] zetazeta7:
sorry, i m new on samsunggalaxy s2 i already had a i9003...

So, what kernel i have to use for root my phone with stock italian brand TIM firmware AIKJ1??

Stock kernel is:

2.6.35.7-I9100AIKJ1-CL658801

root@DELL126 #2

Thx for the answer
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] It_ler:
If it is Android 2.3.5, then you can use CF-Root kernel for XW_LUX_KJ1.

Always do a backup before flashing.

Good luck !

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Hmm ... you should not flash XW_XEU_KH4 (it's a typo by Chainfire, it is XW and not XX), as it is 2.3.4 and your ROM is 2.3.3.

Why don't you just flash the CF-Root kernel for JP_XSG_KG5 that I already suggested?

It is 2.3.3 too and should work for your ROM.

Make a backup before flashing and try it.

Good luck !
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] zetazeta7:
Thx a lot, I 'll try it and I 'll tell you if all will go right!

Inviato dal mio GT-I9100 usando Tapatalk
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] timberwolf60:
As long as my phone was rooted. Flashed to siyah kernel and I have CWM5 which happily with my phone.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] timberwolf60:
Me too, kl1 worked fine for me. But I used mobile Odin pro to flash it by changing the kernel to cf root kk5. After booted up and I have a new kl1 fully rooted with CWM v5 intake.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Chainfire:
What's all this about other kernels working ? Of course they work. Any older CF-Root kernel will work. Any other custom kernel will work.

I just can't make a KL1-specific CF-Root kernel right now due to the packing method... But as I said, KK5 will work.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] akbarhash:
Just trying to make it clear what people are asking. Personally I don't have a problem.

Once we root with cfroot kernel then we get the CWM app in the app tray. Now we use the flash kernel option and flash something like speedmod just for example.

Then when we open the Cwm app then we get a message like some options have been disabled since a different kernel has been detected.

The people want to be able to use all the options.

Sent from my GT-I9100
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] aggelosd:
My galaxy s2 is KK1 kernel..can i make a cf root?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Chainfire:
Well I'm not sure if that's what people are asking, but that's disabled because the app depends on how CF-Root is set up... most kernels have some sys commands different, and the advanced functions will probably just mess up your phone. Not something you want.

For flashing capabilities, get Mobile ODIN. For CWM management... err... dunno.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Use KK2.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] ahahha:
hi guys, may i know does this kernel support G version?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] seavers11:
I am using AngeloM V1.6 with the CF Root 3.6 KE7... When i want to update to CF Root 3.7 must i use the V3.7 KE7 Version or can i use the V3.7 KE8 Version too ?

Can i update from V3.6 to V3.7 via CWM Flash Kernel ?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] gogua:
I've flashed with CWM, just see chainfire first post.

If you use ROM KE7 base i think you must use v3.7 KE7 to update
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] seavers11:
Tried to flash the KE8 CF Root Kernel on my AngeloM V1.6 Rom, and everything is working fine for now....
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Fidalgos:
KIES say my KE2 is more recent firmware

Sorry my question but I'm confused because Kies say my KE2 version is more recent and no updates for my SGS II. I'don't find the way to have KE8 from Kies. So... my doubt is: Can I use Odin to flash the original KE8 posted before from :)hacksome http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=14535993&postcount=330 and after use the new CF-Root 3.7 version of KE8 to stay rooted?

Can you help me? Thanks in advance! :)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] gn00my:
Just flashed ke8 with cwm, worked. No problems. Thanks for your fast update with the new kernel :-)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] BoneMo:
ke8

where can i get ke8 tar ??
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] seavers11:
Unzip the KE8.zip !!!
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] BoneMo:
i mean the ke8 rom ...indian rom i think...is it somehow newer or with some fixes ??

PS: i found the rom >> I9100XWKE8_ODDKE2_DDKE2.rar ...can i use it on european SGS II ??
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Fidalgos:
Passw to rar file

HI kalpik :) when I try unpack the rar prompt for a password :o

This is an original KE8?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Silverbolt:
It does exist and can be found on www.samfirmware.com
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] BoneMo:
does it work on european SGSII when it is indian rom ??
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] kalpik:
Yes. Password is samfirmware.com
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] jojo2peter:
Heard of pink dot fix!

I'm joining BoneMo, can i use this firmware for my german Phone (XEU)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] BoneMo:
pink dot fix is also at Samsung Apps but what about using it on EU SGSII...because of radio,wifi,gsm etc.----can we flash it:confused:
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Fidalgos:
Now I have another confusion in my head:) I see 5 files with extension .md5

My current kernel is 2.6.35.7-19 100XW

KE2

-CL187606 root@DELL101 #2, Compilation Gingerbread.XWKE2 and is rooted, and I think need an original KE8 for Europe (Portugal). So... wich file I need to change my current version to KE8 and I need rename from .md5 (delete .md5 and stay with .tar ?) or... with your help I follow the correct steps :o

Thanks in advance and Regards :)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] jojo2peter:
In a german Forum, someone tried the firmware KE8, he said it doesn't have a multiCSC so he cannot choose any language also he doesn't know which language it is, so probably not english ^^.

Don't know if it's allowed to post a link of a post from another forum, so i won't do that so far.

//EDIT:

okay, i didn't look into the .rar file:

So, how do i flash all these files? Can i flash 'em with ODIN? ... There IS a multi CSC...
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] mi3x:
right! is KE8 asia only? Any European flashed it? :)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] BoneMo:
well so it is not rom for us :( i cannot speak any asian language
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] lsj_87:
I rooted to KE7 V3.6 ytd. how to update to KE7 V3.7 ?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] gn00my:
Flashed on dutch phone, still dutch language after flashing ke 8:-)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
To still be able to use CWM Manager without issues, switch to another kernel. Namely Siyah, which can do it perfectly because it's actually compatible.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] donalgodon:
No. It does not. If you flash it, you'll be bricked.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] akbarhash:
I am pretty sure that is what they are asking since when I first flashed speedmod I was also stumped as how to install update etc. Since that was how I installed speedmod.

Then I discovered CWM recovery ;) till that point I had not actually gone into recovery to do anything. I used to backup etc from the app itself. Kudos to you for making so many people's life easier.

But I also understand that such functionality is based on kernel and having an incompatible one could lead to problems.

Edit: I am new to android.

Sent from my GT-I9100
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] yeahtyeaht:
how can i root kl1?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] timberwolf60:
Used PC odin to flash cf root kk5 will root your phone. Mine was using mobile Odin pro to flash kl1 firmware, changed kernel from stock kl1 to cf root kk5. Then started flashing firmware with mobile Odin. Once completed my phone was rooted with cf root KK5 and workable CWM recovery.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] jcs70:
DooMLoRD v3. Search in the forum.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] ind0mi:
root

Hi,

Now im having Kernelversion : 2.6.35.7- I9100XWKI4

which file do i need to root my phone? :confused:
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Rinoko72:
you need to check which build nr your ROM is and not what your kernel version is..

Check what it says under "build number" where you found your kernel nr..

Read the first post about what Chainfire says matching the 3 last letters/numbers..

If you have any trouble finding it, post back and someone will help you find the right one ;)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] ind0mi:
Kernelversion : 2.6.35.7- I9100XWKI4

Buildnumber is: GINGERBREAD.XWKI4

android version 2.3.4

which file do i need for cf-root?

thanks for helping!

can i use

CF-Root-SGS2_XX_OXA_KI3-v4.1-CWM4.zip -

CF-Root-SGS2_XW_NEE_KI4-v4.1-CWM4.zip - ?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
What does the kernel bit say?

Edit: you can use the second XXKI3 ;)

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Rinoko72:
use this one: CF-Root-SGS2_XW_NEE_KI4-v4.1-CWM4.zip

Good luck, don't forget to read the instruction in the first post ;)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] ind0mi:
thanks all it worked! now backing up and flash rom :D
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] aggelosd:
thanx for the tip..i did it and its ok...another (i hope to be the last one) question. is there anyway to get rid the yellow triangle?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Ok, the easiest way to get rid of the triangle is to buy a jig. If you don't have one, then you can check out Chainfire's guide in the 2nd post of this thread.

:)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] DaFileFather:
Is there another way to get rid of the pesky triangle and count?

If i flash newer ROM, and then root it with CF root, i don't seem

to get rid of the triangle with my USB-JIG anymore??!!

How do you guys do it now? Sorry.. been away for a while...

so maybe i missed some part? Samsung blocked the JIG now? :(
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] Rinoko72:
Not sure where you got your Rom from, but if it has the new bootloader from Samsung the jig don't work..

Jump over to Intratech's Fw thread and you'll find the old bootloader there which you can flash, then your jig will work again ;)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] shingo86:
Try flash old bootloader from intratech thread
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] polly69:
Which kernel do i need and when flashed can i just put the same 2.3.5 over the top to remove mark at start, ive been trying to get the answer for days but no one seems to want to make it simple for me.

GT-I9100_XEU_I9100XWKJ3_I9100XEUKH2_I9100XXKI3
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Honestly, if you read all the instructions properly you wouldn't need any help.

Look at your about phone section and download the kernel according to what letters and number you see in kernel section.

KJ3 for example, you will also need the same stock kernel to get rid of the triangle.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] polly69:
I dont know what it is on this site about the people on here it seems that no one wants to help, ive read everything and know how to flash my phone. I rooted a desire and also a SF and Advent Vegas but im new to the SGS2 and its as though no one on here was ever a noob all i wanted was the correct link to the right kernel im not expecting someone to flash it for me. Would it hurt anyone to give someone a helping hand like they no doubt had when they where new.

Could you at least tell me if this is the correct one.

CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_KJ3-v5.0-CWM5
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] donalgodon:
It's honestly not that nobody wants to help, it's that the guiding principle and general rule here is: Read and use the search function before asking questions, because all your questions have been asked and answered hundreds, if not thousands of times.

Your case is not unique, even if it seems that way. For example, when I move from one phone to another, (and I'm not an n00b either) I spend at least one full week using my phone and getting to know how it operates, reading and searching, and reading again just to be sure that I know what I'm doing before I flash anything, no matter how small, because not doing so is foolish... and it's nobody's fault but mine if I screw up.

Does that make sense?

A person who makes comments like yours with 11 posts in two years of membership is not likely to be received well, in general, even if you are a good guy. It comes across wrong and it seems insulting, even if you don't intend it. I think you'll find that folks here are very helpful, if you've done your due diligence first before you ask questions.

We've all been there. When the pressure is on, particularly when you are kicking yourself and sweating bullets over something you've done to your expensive potential paper weight, you forget how to use the forum tools and your first instinct is to run to the forum and scream "HEEEELP!!"

Don't take it personally. it's how things work here.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] ksantoshh:
Just go through the Chainfire's thread on CF-Root clearly, its clearly mentione dover there.

Link : http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1103399
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] polly69:
ive read all of it and spent weeks going over these threads but whats throwing me off is that my phone is XEU and this kernel is different from what mine appears to be just a simple answer is all i need is this the correct one.

CF-Root-SGS2_XW_XEN_KJ3-v5.0-CWM5

firmware to remove triangle

GT-I9100_XEU_I9100XWKJ3_I9100XEUKH2_I9100XXKI3.tar
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] donalgodon:
Firmware is not a kernel.

The first item you linked is a rooted kernel, which you can flash via Odin in the PDA slot.

The second file is a firmware, which contains a stock kernel. It will remove your root, if you flash it after the kernel.

My suggestion is that you read the thread by Intratech on stock ROM flashing and follow the pictures.

Bottom line. If you want root, flash the stock ROM first, which includes the stock kernel, then flash the CF-Root kernel, (both are flashed in Odin via PDA without repartition or pit selected) which is the easiest way to get root, then if you want to get rid of the triangle you can 1) get a jig or 2) flash the stock kernel again, but you'll lose CWM recovery.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] polly69:
Thats all i wanted so that's the right kernel to flash so thanks i have a jig coming so that will remove the triangle. Couldn't i extract that FW i have that will leave me with the components and i would assume that the Zimage from that is my stock kernel if not where will i find one.

cheers
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
That is correct. You can extract the firmware parts using 7zip. However Intratech also provides the stock kernel on some firmwares as a separate download. Which you would know already of course if you had a look at his thread.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] sangalaviral:
Hello,

I am on KJ2 and i tried both the versions of CF-Root ie 4.4 and 5 available on the first page. But both the times my phone got stuck on the black boot screen with samsung galaxy s2 written and yellow triangle. It didnt go any further from there. Please let me know if i made any mistake??

Model i9100G

Baseband I9100GDDKI1

Buildnumber GINERBREAD.XWKJ2
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] alehardware:
Which file should I use with KI1?

Hi, I've read the thread, but I want to be sure which file to use, because there is no KI1 file. This is the info from Kies and my phone:

Firmware is PDA:KI1 / PHONE:KI1 / CSC:KI1 (ARO)

Kernel Version is 2.6.35.7-I9100UHKI1-CL550245se.infra@SEP-40 #2

Android version is 2.3.4

Acording to Chainfire instrucctions the closest one is:

CF-Root-SGS2_CE_XEN_KI2-v4.2-CWM4.zip

I'm right? By using a not exact match I will experience any Instability on my SG2?

Thanks in advance!!!, Alejandro.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Yes you have made a mistake.....

These root kernels are not compatible with I9100G model. That's why you're now stuck in a bootloop, you should have really made sure of this before flashing.

You know it's a lot easier to mess up your phone when you flash first then ask questions later. I hope you don't stick to those principals though, otherwise your phone will be dead within a month.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] grigore46:
Hello , I`ve read through all the posts and even searched for it. I upgraded to the orange KJ4 Kernel . Would somebody please tell me witch cf-root kernel to use if i have this kernel ?
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Yes that should work fine for you. :)

No instability reported by others so I'm sure you'll be alright.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Use XW_XEN_KJ3. :)

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] vylent:
If somebody could point me to the right kernel that would be great :D

Currently on

2.6.35.7-I9100MUGKG2-CL371789dh130.yoo@SEP-48 #2

Version

2.3.3

thank you so much. ;)
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
ZS_OZS_KG2. :)

To be honest I'd strongly advise you to check out Intratech's stock rom thread and update your firmware, 2.3.3 is ancient.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] vylent:
I used JP_XSG and it appears to be fine, now should I still be hitting up update from 2.3.3 (does that mean I have to flash back to stock kernel, update it first then do CF-root)

ughh this is confusing at 2am :confused:

btw thanks for the quick reply.
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] CamoGeko:
Glad it's all good. Please click thanks under my post. Cheers.

Yeah, I'd advise you to update. 2.3.3 is old, updating will bring improvements to your device. After you flash the newer firmware via ODIN, you will need to come back here and root again.

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[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] alexistkd:
Hello im trying to root my phone but i cant find my fw version.

Here is my *#1234# info:

PDA: 19100WBKK1

CSC: I9100JDIKK1

Phone: I9100UHKJ1

Kernel Version: 2.6.35.7-I9100WBKK1-CL709072 se.infra@SEP-49 #2

I can see that version of my phone to root it and flash it :(

what i can do?

Thanks
[Galaxy S II Original Android Development] maranello69:
seems like your firmware version is not supported by CF, only solution now is to flash a custom rom with odin, that's already rooted, or to use one of the "1click" root apps from here (1 / 2)

p.s. - if u have the balls, try flashing the KK2 version, but i would sincerely not recommend this!