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[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] SuperSport:
Yes, it could be the revision number causing the issue. 1.3 or 1.4. My phone is 1.3 and it worked flawlessly. According to your output, it really looks like the flash was successful, that's really strange.

Have you tried to do a FORMAT, (Power, Camera, Volume Down), immediately before and after a successful flash? Have you tried using the Windows Phone Support Tool to clear any issues?

Maybe try it Without an SD Card installed. Once it's successfully flashed to your phone, you can install your SD Card again and do a FORMAT to span across all the memory. It's possible it could be an SD Card incompatibility as we know the Focus has that issue some times.

Also, maybe try running the Flash program as Administrator. I believe I did that, but I don't remember. These are all just suggestions, and I'm hoping one of them helps.

Good luck, and please report back. PS: This post should remain because it has worked for MANY, but it should be known that flashing ANY phone has it's risks.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] kenshin1:
I am planning on re-flashing with this rom to get rid of the forced Nodo update but I have a question hopefully someone can answer. I have an AT&T Focus but I purchased it unlocked... I am pretty sure it was code unlocked but not 100% sure. IF I use this rom will it lock my phone again? Would I have to unlock it again to use it on any network?

Thanks in advance!

and yes.. its my first post :-) typically I just read and its self explanatory but couldn't find anything on this one.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] mk94:
can i use the rogers canada rom on a usa att focus? i want to do this because i dont want to be stuck with a data plan :/
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] mk94:
i also have the same question as kenshin1
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
Updating the ROM does NOT change the SIM lock.

Locks are in NVRAM - you do not overwrite this section by flashing firmware.﻿ If the device is unlocked, flashing the ROM will keep the phone unlocked.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] :
Yes, but that won't help you. AT&T identify smartphone by its IMEI number and ROM doesn't affect IMEI number.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
I'm not sure that's correct.

I have unbranded via registry my v1.3 AT&T Focus and updated straight to 7392 and I don't have the Anti-shaking ON by default as specified in the AT&T notes (along with Wispr). Which means I probably don't have the AT&T Focus 7392 update, but a "generic" Focus 7392 update.

Btw, is there any way to tell the difference on a Focus (AT&T upd vs Rogers, for example)? I'm in EU not US.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
Two different things:

ZUNE uses registry settings to identify phone for updates.

ATT uses IMEI to identify phone to determine if it "requires" a data plan.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] kenshin1:
Thanks! I will try it out.

Sent from my Galaxy S ii
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Stuie:
I followed the steps here:

http://xdaforums.com/show....php?t=1101344

The only thing I had changed is that I could not use AdvancedConfig.1.2.0.0.beta.xap for whatever reason, I had to download the Samsung Tools which are located here:

http://xdaforums.com/show...924497&page=12

I suggest getting the updated tool that 4epec4yp posted because it will tell you when you have the registry settings changed to prevent it from re-locking.

Honestly it really is as easy as:

- Flashing the original ROM (http://xdaforums.com/show....php?t=1131022)

- Use ChevronWP7 to unlock

- Install Samsung Tools (above) and set to prevent re-lock on update

- Update to NoDo

The hardest part for me was unlocking with ChevronWP7, for me I just had to disconnect my computer from the internet and put my phone in the windows market and that did it for me, not saying it will work for you.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] gwoo_ca:
I have been using an AT&T Focus with Fido (Rogers) here in Canada.

I paid to get it simunlocked

Works great expect for the 4 hour timestamp issue with the SMS text messages.

Anyone know if I us the Rogers Rom if the timestamp issue will be resolved?

Thanks in advance
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] mk94:
Is there any other way to get around the data plan?? i need help with this quick! plzzz!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] sidicious:
Thank you so much pavel, I know we had all been waiting for a way to go back to stock for a long time. I dont know where you got these or the updater that went with it but bravo.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
not on ATT. They're pretty up tight about it. From what I've heard(read) here on the forums, if you use your SIM in the phone for a while, you'll be notified that the phone needs a data plan and auto enrolled. The lowest data plan on ATT is $15 a month.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] mk94:
is there any way i can change or block the IMEI number of the phone?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
no. It's illegal. If you could change the IMEI number, you could clone someone elses phone, stealing their service, you could reactivate a stolen phone that's IMEI was blacklisted, gain unauthorized access to a secure network... Bad stuff, soooo it's nearly impossible in modern handsets the change that number.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] mk94:
oo wow never mind. i had no idea it did all that. thanks
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
So, Anyone here brave enough to try flashing Rogers ROM on their ATT Focus ???
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
Ah, nevermind. Tried it myself and it appears that it's better than the AT&T ROM. No AT&T Bloatware, and got 3G+ instead of 3G (though I'm not really sure if it's really make any difference)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] rbrsddn:
Answered my own question...

New question... I have read the info, but can't seem to get the WP7 downloader to recognize my Focus. I am trying to flash the 7004 rom. I've installed the drivers,etc. Can anyone give me any tips so I can unlock my phone? I'd appreciate it.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
Read my post in page 1.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] rbrsddn:
Thanks, your tutorial is the one I went by. When I open the downloader, none of the areas are clickable, except the one that says phone. That just brings me to C: So I can't drag the signed shortcuts to any of the boxes. What steps am i missing? I had a Pure, and compared to loading Roms on that, I thought this would be easy! I'll figure it out eventually... :)

Also, I forget where I found the usb image downloader! I know I must have it in my downloads, but want to delete, and reload. Any idea? TIA
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
1. Have you installed the Samsung driver ???

2. Have you entered the Download mode ??? (Black screen with yellow triangle)

IF you have done both, check your device manager. Make sure the driver is installed.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] gorbett:
has anyone tried this with v1.4?

I am trying to recover from a walshed v1.4 that now does not ever go to the bootloader screen. Using the tool, it tells me that the binary does not match the device and quits.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
can you try check your hardware revision? (it's located in imei sticker under battery)

maybe you have rev. 1.4 focus.

if you can't get into download mode, then you won't be able to use the flashing tool.

if the 3 button combination not worked, maybe you should try USB jig.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] rbrsddn:
I've only had the phone a few days, and discovered that I already have 7004, so went and did the Chevron unlock, after a few attempts. Now is unlocked with the March update. :)

I just realized that I forgot to put in the unlock prevent!! Do I have to go back to 7004, or can I install it now? D'oh!!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
If you have a registry editor, you can do it manually.

Otherwise, you'll have to risk it and either way, you have to connect :)

Try to disconnect the comp from internet when you do as the phone has to be in airplane mode anyw. Keep in mind that you might be able to upload just one sideloading app on the phone, before locking it once so make it count.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] rbrsddn:
Ok, I restored back to 7004, and did the Chevron unlock. Now I want to prevent it from relocking. I've downloaded the Samsung tools, and there is another file in it ,src RRTools. Do I install that into my phone as well? What is that one for? TIA!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
If you have a Samsung phone, read my post here.

Basically, run WP7 Root Tools and do it manually OR you can also sideload and run Samsung Tools and tick "remove sideload limit", "prevent relock" and " enable 3g".

Also, don't forget to thank Heathcliff74 for his WP7 Root Tool and lyriquidperfection for Samsung Tools, as these guys are the gurus.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] rbrsddn:
I have the Samsung tools, installed, but when I check the prevent relock box, it becomes unchecked as soon as I exit settings. Is this normal? And I didn't forget to thank them, as these tools are awesome!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
Yes, that's normal. You only have to do it once, and you can double check the registry values, with WP7 Root tools ;)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] rbrsddn:
I have the Root Tools as well, and am learning. I had the HTC Pure before, with the different Rom and Reg Edit, so have a good idea what's going on. Thanks.:)

i found out today that if you try to download Samsung Tools 3 or more times on your Focus, that Microsoft identifies it, and asks you to delete it. I succesfully unlocked, and tried to install Samsung Tools, and when I clicked on it in Settings, it would roll out like it was going to open, then would come back around near the bottom of the settings. Tried a few times, then got a message from Msoft to uninstall. Figured it out though!;)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] eyceman360:
Can not update past 7004

I installed the JK2 ROM on my ATT Focus. Chevron unlocked it. When I have Zune software check for update it says that it is up to date even though it says the version is (7004).
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
Do the "Unbrand" reg hack

HKLM\System\Platform\DeviceTargetingInfo\MobileOperator

Edit it and instead of "ATT-US" (original value) leave blank

Reconnect and you should see an update. Don't forget to prevent relock!

Btw, if your Focus is 1.4 you might have to wait for an update... (to check, remove battery and look in the slot)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] jessiethe3rd:
A BIG THANK YOU!

And then a big gauntlet throw down...

We need the unbranded ROM!

I am thinking with the unbranded ROM we can get around the MMS setting issues for those using AT&T Focuses on different networks (since they are a dime a dozen.)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] eyceman360:
@EnderPsp: unbranded & no luck.

My phone is ver.1.3.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] eyceman360:
reflashed ROM, unlocked, update success!

Not sure what magic JuJu I did. Nothing done differently I do not believe.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
Yeah, an unbranded ROM would be awesome. But, is unbranded Focus existed ???
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
Might be just a case of a weird port open... Anyw, glad you got it sorted :cool:
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Freddy2Fred:
OMG!!! You are the man! It worked! Now I can finally upgrade to Mango!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] stlmill:
Removed the SD card and the flash work great. Thanks
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] kennyb123:
I'm getting an error "Flash UNLOCK Fail !!!"

This is AFTER running the support tools. Before, it said something about it being an incorrect device.

I am on 7390, with a ver1.3 Samsung Focus. I have removed the SD card and reformatted. Why am I still hosed?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Yagbadoodles:
Hi,

I have samsung Focus and currently stays in samsung initial screen. Is there by any chance to revive this device by flashing the ROM?

I already tried the Windows Phone tools and, every time the device reboot, it stays in initial screen.

I can still activate the Hard Reset, Download Mode and Connect To PC. I am hoping that this is only a software problem :-s
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] SuperSport:
It sounds like you have nothing to loose and everything to gain if it works. I've flashed it twice with perfect results. The only way to determine whether it's software or hardware is to flash the software fresh and see what happens. The ROM is definitely designed for the Focus, so you should have no incompatibility issues.

Good luck, and please post back your results if you try it. :)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] bsbokc:
So what would happen if we put the i917R rom on a i917 from AT&T?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] gahbmwm5:
Most excellent...and thanks to PavelX1 !!!

I have a branded AT&T Rev. 1.3 Focus and am quite tempted to installed the Beta 2 Mango files...

I see within the Samsung-i917-Focus-firmware-UCJK2-ATT-USA.exe (once extracted)

1) WP7 Downloaded Ver. 7.05-For Retail Devices

2) WP7 Downloaded Ver. 7.21-For All Devices

.bin, .nbo, .ebo, .csc files

If I ever need this very valuable re-flash, I will first try Ver. 7.05...

Of course, also having the Samsung Focus Modem drivers installed, and putting device into Downloader mode prior to loading the various files...

:)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Yagbadoodles:
Hi Sir...

I flashed using this rom and it was successful flash... but it still stays in Sa,sung Initial screen. :(
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] radzi:
It worked perfeclty to me!! I'm back to 7004... !!!

the file with Version 7.05 is the one that worked for me!!

Thanks!!!!

Now my probles is to unlock with chevron, sill have the problem "can't connect to phone, check USB, restart zune" problem...

I've followed all steps, I know how it works, I've already unlocked my HD2 before.

this time with no luck...
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Cowsland:
Definitely not working on rev 1.4 upgraded to NoDo :(
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] SuperSport:
That's a major bummer. I will assume you have also tried to do a format and Hard Reset since flashing? I would not think you'd need to do so, but just a thought. Also, remove any SD Cards and try reformatting if any are installed. Although, I think you mentioned doing that already.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
Worked flawlessly for me.

I have an AT&T Focus.

Differences I've noticed compared to AT&T Rom:

-Rogers have sms delivery report/confirmation toggle

-Diagnosis on Rogers can't be updated past v927 (at least I couldn't)

-Evidently no AT&T programs

Because of Diagnosis I reverted to AT&T rom, but I like Rogers rom better.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Yagbadoodles:
Yeah, I'm done with all that things. I am very upset with this unit. This is my second unit (first is Windows Mobile 6.5) and now, this one. I'm thinking to go back to iPhone...
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] PavelX1:
@Yagbadoodles - maybe, only maybe i will get KC3 ROM for Retail Focus Devices - so maybe this will be solution for your problem.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Yagbadoodles:
Thanks in advance PavalX1, do you believe that my problem is software? Can you give me even a high level why its a software problem.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] SuperSport:
It's really hard to know for sure if it's software or hardware, but after flashing a totally clean ROM, it almost seems like hardware. Can you still return it for warranty? I've returned 3 so far with no problems. Yes, that's a lot of returns, but I have to say, this is still my favorite phone to date, even more than my HD2.

I don't know if you've tried Mango yet, but it will definately be the 'iPhone Killer' OS. Even if you do move to iPhone (which is a very nice OS and Phone), you might consider picking up one of the FREE WP7 upgrades being offered lately. I'm not saying that WP will take over iPhone any time soon, but now Apple is going to have to play catch-up on features, stability, and OS function. Finally! ;)

Just to clarify, did you try flashing without any SD Card installed? I had heard that fixed issues for some. And another thing, was this unit working and then stopped, or is your phone a demo unit you are trying to get working again? Maybe that is the problem...

This sounds promising... ;)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
Yeah me too. I can get 3G+ with Rogers ROM, but not with AT&T.

Also it looks more cleaner.

If we flash 7004 Rogers, then change the branding into AT&T and update it, is it possible to get the AT&T 7390 update and the new Diagnose while keeping the Rogers ROM as the base ???

@Pavel

Do you have an unbranded ROM ? OR is there any custom ROM ??
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Yagbadoodles:
Thanks for your inputs.

For the warranty, that's my problem. Samsung Philippines don't want to entertain this unit since this was released for AT&T. My last hope is to send this unit to my cousin in NY and have a warranty.

For the SD Card, I don't have SD Card installed and this is not a demo unit.

Yes, I know WP7 is a promising device that's why I gave up my iPhone 4 for this unit. But this is traumatic in a sense of, I'm using this device for about 4 months only. I am an iPhone user since iPhone 2G up to the moment I replaced for WP7.

I am still hoping this can be fixed sometime soon.

Thanks guys.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Sholokov:
Worked like a charm on my ATT Focus. I am back to 7004. Yey! Time for Chevron (again). Thank you. (Already hit the Thanks button).
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
If you flash Rogers and brand "ATT-US" you won't get any update, as AT&T check the IMEI for their phones. Not in the database, no update.

As for the unbranded rom, we should be "shouting" at Samsung ;)
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
ATT uses the IMEI to determine if the phone is a dta phone requiring a data contract. ZUNE uses the ATT-US code to determine if a phone gets an ATT update or no. AFAIK, flashing the ROGERS ROM and branding to ATT-US should get you the ATT updates.

Flashing a ROM does not change your IMEI.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
Then how do you explain this:

Flashed Rogers ROM on my AT&T Focus => 7004

Checked for updates: Yes, 7008

Switched MobileOperator to AT&T, checked for updates: No updates

?:confused:?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
What rev. Do you have?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] cnik:
i tried this, but it quickly says download complete, the phone reboots and its back into mango. any ideas? thanks alot guys for your help.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
AT&T Focus rev 1.3

I tried that especially so I will get the Diagnosis v1122 on the Rogers Rom, but didn't happen.

If anyone knows how to do that, please detail.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
Rev. 1.3 Is currently not getting the 7392 update. 1.4 is though. When 1.4 ran into issues with the update, the stopped sending to either 1.3 or 1.4. They have recently started sending to 1.4 but haven't restarted for 1.3 yet. you absolutely can not change your phones IMEI with a registry edit.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] castrow:
Thanks. It worked like a charm!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
I've tried to flash 7004 Rogers then change the branding into AT&T and succesfully flashed to 7390. (Rogers's is 7392, not 7390)

It's worked but the diagnose wasn't updated.

My best bet is because Rogers and AT&T ROM have different radio and firmware version. Rogers have higher firmware and radio version than AT&T though.

So you have no other choice but to flash it with 7004 AT&T ROM like I did.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] SuperSport:
Not sure if anyone has tried, but can you manually install the Diag v1122 XAP on the Rogers ROM? Attached...
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Cowsland:
I have a question

This program doesn't work on 1.4 ver

is it because of the program itself or because the posted roms are not specific for the 1.4 ver ?

I mean, could it work with a specific rip of a 1.4 ver rom ?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
Already tried it when this thread still new, but it's just closed whenever you try to open it.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Bobtx:
Can not connect the cellular network

Rolled phone back to 7.0.7004, but now the device will not connect to AT&T's network.

I go to settings>system>Cellular

it shows no network found under active networks.

Network selection is set to automatic. When I do the tap to select it will show t-mobil and att, but does not change the "active network"

The phone is not usuable at this point.

Any suggestions?

Thanks in advance.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
have you tried running the network profiler app in the Samsung market?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Bobtx:
No, I had not tried that. I ended up at the AT&T store and they replaced my SIM card. With the new card it came right up.

Thanks for the responce.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] munkeyphyst:
glad you got it sorted out. Good luck with the unlocking.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
I just realized that the UJK3 (7390???) rom can't be flashed to my phone ... said different product or something like that ....
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] EnderPsp:
As long as you can flash the other one you're fine.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] jasongw:
Thanks to the OP, this saved my ass today. Accidentally unplugged a Focus halfway through the Mango update process and thought I'd bricked it. This wonderful ROM saved the device (and my ass--it was my GF's phone ;P) and allowed me to succeed at Mango after the rescue.

Thanks again!
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] kms108:
I just flashed my at&t with the rogers rom, my focus didn't indicate whether it's 1.3 or 1.4, so i just used the rogers rom, it much better, and does not have any junk, my only problem is i cannot sign into windows live, it say's i need a activation code.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] minori_aoi:
Better stick with AT&T rom if you want to unlock / jailbreak stuff.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] kms108:
My phone has been updated to 7392 from the 7004, and is now debranded and unlocked, i will contacted ms for the activation code.

has rogers received the mango update yet, the mango rtm, this isn't the official mango update is it?.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] hedpe:
whenever trying to open "WP7 Downloader Ver 7.12...exe" on my x64 machine, I get a dialogue that pops up and says: "Cannot Image File Please Try again!" before the main dialogue pops up. Then if I hit "Close Dialog" the main dialogue comes up, but it's all greyed out.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] Ethere:
Hey all...new to the Windows Phone world, as I have an Android phone. My wife's Samsung Focus was dropped in water. We left it unplugged for 3 days, and now when I turn it on, we get the screen with the phone on the left, and the laptop computer on the right. I tried running through this procedure, which it looked like it worked, but when the phone rebooted the last time, it just went back to the same screen again. I have a feeling it's toast, but if you have any suggestions I'll be glad to hear them.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] neibl:
I keep trying to flash this ROM onto my focus, but it just keeps getting frozen on the black screen with samsung written accross it. The flash seems to work besides this, i know others have had this problem, anyone find a solution yet?
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] kimck99:
Cowsland, we've exchanged posts in the past and I too Walshed to get to NoDo (7390) and stuck. I haven't tried this method to revert back to factory ROM but was hopeful.

I am on Rev 1.4 as well. I'll give it a try next week when I have more time to share my notes, though I suspect that it will be the same as your's.
[Focus Windows Phone 7 Development] jasond815:
This is AWESOME! Worked perfectly!!