yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Caliesv:
What the he11 is this yellow triangle?! Go away!!! Lol. Anyone know how to get rid of it? (Other then jig? Which is in the mail btw :) )
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Pirateghost:
wasnt shouting.

if you want to learn how to do this stuff, learn the lingo. Developer mode doesnt exist on this phone, but to me that would refer to someone talking about enabling USB DEBUGGING mode in /settings/applications/development.....

DOWNLOAD mode is the mode you want to be in for ODIN to work

make sure you run ODIN as admin on windows vista/7

i booted back into download mode with my old captivate/vibrant jig and the triangle went away ;)
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Astirnon:
I appreciate the help. I did run Odin as admin. Is Odin supposed to populate when you plug the phone in? cuz its not and i seem to remember it doing that when i rooted the vibrant, it's been awhile however and i'm not too sure.

I'm going to also try and uninstall kies and reinstall it again.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] phonic:
Once you plug in the phone and all the drivers are installed and the phone is fully "linked" with the computer, Odin should automatically recognize it and show it as a COM port. If that isn't happening, then you probably don't have all the necessary drivers installed.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Astirnon:
That's what I was figuring. Uninstalling Kies and the samsung drivers now and going to re-install here in a moment. I thought it was odd that nothing was populating. Thanks
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] XGhozt:
Can someone please help me? Odin for me hangs at "SetupConnection.." and then does nothing. My device is not bricked so it must be something else. Any ideas?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
Are you seeing a yellow box on Odin appear that says com port?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] DJSLINKARD:
Can someone tell me if this has any effect on battery life?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
No effect on it
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] id10terrordfw:
Worked beautifully for me. Great guide.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jetarpon:
The method in this thread keeps everything as is, except it adds root:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1286432
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] XGhozt:
Yes, it's showing that it's connected to the COM and the drivers are installed.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] JCarbiter:
For my first time EVER using an android device and rooting it, it was surprisingly painless. Big time thanks to the OP.

With that being said I have reached one problem at the very end.

When I reach step 4 (pasted below), I launch Kies and plug in my i777. Under Firmware it states "This version of the device cannot be updated." What do I do next?

4. Android drivers for your phone install using Kies.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
You've installed Keis already you don't need to open it for drivers to be installed. Just plug phone In after keis install. Welcome to the family.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] JCarbiter:
Dude, thank you so much!!! ^_^
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] cliffgardner:
I was unable to get root through SuperOneClick (it wouldn't continue with the root after I unplugged, unchecked and checked usb dev, and plugged back in) but I was able to update through CWM. Thanks for the post.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] 440hsp:
when i ran super one click after installing the kernel i waited a minute after unplugging and replugging in the phone and then it started right up again and finished rooting.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] dharrisonrand:
Anyone having Bluetooth issues after root?

Hi,

First time rooter, so please excuse my noobiness.

I followed the instructions and everything appeared to work well. Then I tried to turn on Bluetooth and it doesn't work.

The phone tells me that it is turning bluetooth on, but it never completes the task and bluetooth returns to the inactive state.

Has anyone else had this issue?

Also, incase I need to return this device how do I go back to 100% unrooted stock?

Thanks for any help.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Astirnon:
CM7 and theme issues

Got my phone rooted and put CM7 on it and everything was working fine. I think I jumped the gun a little though and tried putting a theme over it and now my phone is boot looping and won't go past the initial boot screen. I tried re-doing the kernel through odin and nothing. How do i fix this?

help please.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
Flash stock ROM using Odin. Look under development forums
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Astirnon:
Thanks i appreciate it
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] 5942marine:
Just rooted my Galaxy SII, super easy gents. Thanks for the tutorial!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] dharrisonrand:
Update:

After several reboots the Bluetooth is now working for me.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jgeezy24:
first off let me just say thank you for the super easy method. took no time at all. BUT CAN SOMEONE PLEASE FIX THIS YELLOW TRIANGLE!? lol
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
Only way is to buy or make a jig and flash in Odin using it
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] cliffgardner:
Buy or make a jig.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] hlb3:
superoneclick kept locking up and saying (Not Responding) when it would get to waiting for device for some reason, so I just went the CWM route and it worked like a charm!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] phonic:
I've only been in this forum for about three days, and this is at least the tenth time this question has been asked and answered.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
Yes people do that lol
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] JordanElliott:
Thx bro. I don't know how to root gingerbread. Only froyo lol
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Entropy512:
FYI as an update - my 10/06 kernel has an autoroot script in the initramfs. Just flash the kernel and it'll root on first boot, no need for SOC.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Bascotie:
thanks for the write up!

Question:

Does rooting the Galaxy S2 wipe the phone? thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
Nope no wipe
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] XGhozt:
I don't think I'm booting my phone correctly?

Here's what I see:

My phone isn't bricked, it still boots, and this is what I see BEFORE I have done anything to the phone. Why am I seeing this and not getting the chance to press volume up to accept a warning?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] stickbo:
WOW, super easy. I have rooted plenty of htc's, but never a sammy. This went smooth as silk. Thank you, and the other devs, for you hard work. It is much appreciated.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] XGhozt:
Just figured it out. Apparently, you just hold down volume up and volume down and then plug in the cable. You don't have to press the power button.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Bascotie:
woohoo thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] padrino:
Ok i thought i had posted earlier but it didnt appear.

I got to step 6. ODIN successfully downloads the TAR file to my phone but it stays stuck on the SAMSUNG screen. Any help here. Or am i doing something idiotic.

I'm on a W7 x64. I'll be going home soon but the only windows computer i have at home is the Dev preview of Windows 8. Got 2 Macs though.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] joeybear23:
worked perfectly.

Just an FYI - if you are using an active virus scanner, it is possible it will block extraction of some of the SuperOneClick files and thus the program will not work correctly. After you extract, go to your quarantine vault and release anything that was blocked during the extraction and everything will work fine.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Rolex81:
Followed this and now my boot screen says Samsung galaxy sii gt-i9100. Is this normal. The phone IA working fine with no issues is this a cause for concern?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] JCarbiter:
I was coming here to ask this exact same question, also, how to change the screen to say i777?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] OCTO13ER:
Worked perfect.

Just make sure to unplug the phone after

Step 6

and uncheck / recheck USB Debugging Mode!

Have fun!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
That is normal
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] forddna:
Zero problems. Thank you!!!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] drunkenmastera:
anyone getting stuck at step 7? I get to step 6, unplug it, it goes straight to step 7, then i uncheck debug mode. Stuck on step 7 now......

nvm. try the other method, works fine
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] padrino:
No help? :(
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] goojman:
I got to step 6 & then unplugged & chkd usb debugging & super one click says it failed cause it can't find gingerbread.. I'm totally drained & have no idea wut to do.. Any ideas???
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jivy26:
Try cwm method to flash su file
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Rolex81:
Check to see that Gingerbreak was unzipped. My windows was blocking that file from being extracted.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] goojman:
Unzipped from wut file??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gqonmars:
Ok, my battery life still sucks at 12-13 hours on a full charge. I noticed its all bloat service which are running causing my Android OS to use 68% of the battery. I need to uninstall some of these and rooting is it.

Can someone please tell me whats the difference between jivy26's root here vs. Entropy512's Return/Unbrick to Stock (or Root)?

Which one is the one that leaves my phone the same as now (I have install lots of apps), but with root access?

Thanks in advance..
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] trae4nato:
I posted how to root your AT&T Samsung Galaxy S2 S II HERE for newbies
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gqonmars:
Will this leave all my apps, settings and contacts intact? And the I will go and delete the which bloat ware I want?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] nomb:
Ok guys need a little help.

I rooted the s2 via the instructions on post one. That went perfectly fine. I had to use odin though couldn't get hiemdal to accept the tar as a valid file. Then I install clockworkmod, and had it install recovery figuring it'd update it to the latest. So now I have the recovery which is version v5.0.2.3 on the phone. The thing is, it isn't functional. Every time I try to select a menu item it hides the menu and shows the background symbol. Then if i hit the power menu again it brings the menu back. I can't even tell it to power off. I tried installing the kernel plus recovery with odin again but it still shows the one clockworkmod installed.

Any suggestions?

*edit* - Seems like i have to use the softkey for home to select a menu item. What do you guys recomend did i screw myself since i can't even make a backup or ?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] phonic:
You seem to have answered your own question. I too ran into the same issue, thinking power was the "select" key like it was on my Galaxy Tab. But it's not, it's the home softkey. Using that, you should be able to make a backup.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] nomb:
Only kind of. I still have a clockworkmod recovery that doesn't work.

For Instance:

I do a backup in clockworkmod and then the phone reboots. Then instead of proceeding with the backup i just see the clockworkmod logo. If I hit a button it then shows the menu. It never does the backup or restore or anything.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Pirateghost:
you need to do the backup from CLOCKWORKMOD, stop using ROM manager
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] nomb:
I'm assuming you mean use clockworkmod recovery to do the backup and stop using rom manager? Um, why? I happen to like rom manager and like being able to name my backups.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Entropy512:
Because ROM Manager causes nothing but problems on every device I've owned.

It softbricked Infuses left and right because it didn't get along with Voodoo Lagfix at all, and it does nothing but spit out signature verification failures on our device.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] nomb:
I used it constantly to flash cyanogenmod nightlies and never had an issue with it.

What is really bothering me is that using odin and flashing back the kernel in this thread isn't putting clockworkmod recovery back to 5.0.2.3. It's staying at the 5.0.2.6.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] phonic:
Obviously Entropy512's comment is valid here. You're trying to use it, and it's not working properly. So if you want to make a backup, use CWM Recovery directly.

I've never used ROM Manager, so I have no experience with it. However I too have read a bunch of posts where others have had issues with it. On the other hand, I used CWM's backup tool and it worked swimmingly.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] nomb:
I understand his comment and I've made a backup using both methods. I just had to pull the battery at a certain point to get it to go into the backup on reboot using rom manager. But I'm also fairly sure I know why rom manager isn't working. But to validate I have to get back to the 5.0.2.3 recovery which is why I said that was my main issue right now.

I don't understand why odin even though it is saying it passes and there aren't any errors, isn't actually getting 5.0.2.3 back onto the device.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Sam1geois:
so i flashed codeworkx's kernel and rooted with superoneclick successfully. I did it a couple of days ago with no problem, but today i'm having serious issues.

Now, after hitting the power button and trying to unlock my screen, the screen times out. This happens after about 3 seconds. The last thing i did to my phone was turn the backlight function off for my keys.

Should I reflash codeworkx's kernel or try the one Entropy put up? is there a difference? Any other suggestions? Any thoughts on why this might have happened?

**EDIT but still need help** -- I reflashed codeworkx's kernel from this post (Thanks, btw jivy26). Everything was working fine again for about a minute, and the screen started blanking out. I'm very new to this stuff. Is this what you call a soft brick? I need some help, please. I don't know what to do now.

** FINAL EDIT** i tried both kernels (still don't know if there's any difference) experienced the same problem. Had to wipe from 3e recovery. flashed the stock kernel + root provided by Entropy. now every thing is fine... I still think it had something to do with changing the Touch Key light duration. Any ideas? i don't really want to test that at the moment.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Hack-Master:
Correct Kernel?

Sorry for my noobness. I rooted my my AT&T S II and I'm getting the GT-I9100 bootload with the yellow exclamation mark. I order the USB jig to reset the counter and kill the exclamation mark. My question is, did i install the wrong kernel and that's why I'm getting the 9100 vs 777? :confused:

Thanks!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Entropy512:
If your capacitive buttons at the bottom work, you've got a correct kernel.

All custom kernels cause logo.jpg in param.lfs to get displayed instead of logo_att.jpg along with the !. These are normal with any custom kernel.

There's a way to install a custom kernel and have the ! go away without the jig, but it's a bit convoluted - I've got a few posts on it scattered in my kernel thread.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Hack-Master:
They are working perfect along with everything else. Thanks for the heads-up.

I've been trying to get the boot screen image replaced, but haven't had any luck. I tried both versions of the SGS2_custom_param. Might just be my lack of sleep, I'll give it an other try tomorrow.

Thanks again!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Entropy512:
I think connexion's mod only affects logo_att.jpg...
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] ryadztu:
What do I do with this I9003_Odin3 v1.82.exe file I extracted from the Odin rar? I'm trying to flash the kernel, how do I use this exe file.

Edit: nvm I found Heimdall it's 10x better
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] The Acclude:
I found that link through google. I ge the kernel flashed and then SOC doesnt even make it through the 'steps'. Anyone have any suggestions on where to go from here? (I'm using win7 x64)

)

Installed Kies (and drivers from http: //www .samsung . com /us/ support /downloads /SGH-I777ZKAATT

Installed SOC

d/l cwm and run via Odin (1.82)

___________________________________________________

SuperOneClick v2.1.1.0

Checking drivers...

Killing ADB Server...

OK 1.32s

Starting ADB Server...

* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *

* daemon started successfully *

OK 4.41s

Waiting for device...

* daemon not running. starting it now on port 5037 *

* daemon started successfully *

OK 5.44s

Getting manufacturer...

startIndex cannot be larger than length of string.

Parameter name: startIndex

FAILED
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] gqonmars:
Thank you guys for having this great thread here. As I have stated above, my battery lasted only 12-13 Hours and have noticed crazy bLoat ware which chew up all the juice.. After following the details here from jivy26, Entropy512 and trae4nato( good screen shot on Odin selections) I was Able to get it rooted pretty easily.

You will need .net 4 for kies driver. And for super click, you will need .net 2.0 or 3.5.

With out it, I was not able to run super click. Thanks guys, I get about 30 Hrs now after uninstalling some bloat wares with titanium.

Also, after reread oF the posts on this thread, this root will LEAVE your phone aS is un changed with apps and contacts intact

---------- Post added at 08:44 AM ---------- Previous post was at 08:40 AM ----------

Her is a repost of the list of services which you can get rid of.. The bloatware list

https://spreadsheets.google.com/spr...kyNmIzUmRvX2h3UDVkQXc&output=html&tkb_blank=1
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] fireshot91:
So did anybody figure out if the Captivate drivers work, or if I have to re-install?

And if so, is it easy enough to download Odin, SuperOneClick, and ClockWork, and then connect my phone, and root it?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] goojman:
I've successfully downloaded Recovery & when I get to Super One Click It gets stuck on step #6 & it says it can't find gingerbread. Kies is up & connects to the SG2. One Click also says it failed on finding the drivers. Should I uninstall One Click & reinstall or wut?? I'm missing something & can't figure it out!! I'm almost rooted.. PLEASE HELP!!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Sam1geois:
i think you need to unplug usb at OneClick step 6. Then, go uncheck and recheck USB Debugging. Plug back in, and the process should continue.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] simulatordos:
Anyone else lose the ability to have a conversation on speakerphone? All the person I'm connected to hears is static. Everything else works fine.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] :
SOC didnt like my phone at all. Even after loading the correct drivers from Kies, running as Administrator, unplugging/uncheck/recheck/plugin during #6.

I dont care about CMW, I just wanted root.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] s60convert:
Worked exactly as stated in post#1 for me. I have read that the jig I bought when I had my Captivate will reset the counter and remove the exclamation point but not sure of the steps?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] spacetrace:
No trouble...

Running root for a few hours now as well, no troubles... just wondering any current info on stable Roms...

Cognition or Cyanogen preference anyone?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Hack-Master:
Yeah I think that is the case, can't get it to work, this stock boot screen makes me sad.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] goojman:
I'm having the same exact problem.. Let me know if you find out wut you do to finally root this friggin thing!! PLEASE!! LOL
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Hack-Master:
Did you go through the Root Instruction in the first page of this thread? It worked for me.

My next mission it to get a new boot screen and boot animation. This AT&T animation is garbage.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] jrose2002:
Battery only charging to 86%

Thanks for the root advice for noobs went super well and was very fast. The only problem that i have is my battery levels max out at 86 percent, even if i charge all night. This occured after root anyone have any ideas on how to fix?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Entropy512:
Either you have a hardware failure, or you need to wipe battery stats in CWM.

Use CurrentWidget to look at absolute battery voltage near the end of the charge cycle - it should be hitting 4.15 volts or above at the end (but not over 4.20).
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Hack-Master:
Just power down your SGS II, plug in the jig and it should automatically boot you into download mode. You should see a prompt screen stating "Erasing download information succeeded". Remove jig, reboot. Viola… Reset Counter and No Yellow Wakness!
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] goojman:
Yes I did. Why Is It saying it can't find gingerbread though??
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Sam1geois:
Haven't tried Cognition, but I'm running the last test build of CM7 right now with no issues. Tonight, I'll be flashing the stable build that was put up earlier this morning. here's where to get them http://download.cyanogenmod.com/?type=stable&device=galaxys2att

There's a thread in the development section, started by atinm that should get you going.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Sledutah:
Thanks for your instructions, worked perfect.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] Hack-Master:
Hmm not sure, here is a set of a little more detailed instruction, compare these to what you did. Maybe you missed something. Hope it helps.

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THIS WORKED ON MY AT&T SGS2, I ASSUME NO RESPONSIBILITY IF IT BRICKS YOUR PHONE!!!!

Preparation

- Download ODIN installer, install.

- Download kernel, Don't extract this file

- Download and extract SuperOneClick

- Download Samsung’s KIES 2.0. installer, install. This will install the correct USB drivers, this insures programs can communicate with the device. Make sure to reboot computer

after installation.

Process

1: Make sure that your device has USB debugging mode set, on your device go to: Settings -> Applications -> Development -> USB debugging.

2: Reboot your device into download mode.

To do so: Turn the device off, then power it on again by pressing and holding down "Volume Down" & "Volume Up" & "Power" simultaneously.

3: Launch ODIN.

4: Connect the device to your computer using USB.

5: Wait a few seconds, the ODIN screen will show that a device is now connected

- Make sure that in ODIN nothing is checked, except for "Auto reboot" and "F. Reset Time" checkboxes.

- Press the "PDA" button, search and select the "Kernel" file.

- Press "Start". ODIN will now flash the kernel, and the device should reboot.

-If it gets stuck, unplug and replug your USB

6: Wait until the device is rebooted

- While still being connected over USB, start SuperOneClick

- And press ROOT.

7: Reboot the device.

8: You should now have a rooted SG2
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] :
Is there a way to root your phone WITHOUT having to flash a kernel?
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] othermark:
Not currently.
[AT&T Samsung Galaxy S II SGH-I777] goojman:
I'll give it a try. I really appreciate the time you took to help me. I personally think it's cause kies didn't install correctly but we'll see!! I'll hit you back with results soon.. Thanx