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[Galaxy Tab 2 General] pizzadragon:
Help with SPH-P500??

Hey all!

Does anyone know if this root and rom guide would work for a Sprint version of the GTab 2 10.1? The model number is SPH-P500 and I can't find anyone in the XDA forums that seems to be working on it.

It's not my first choice tablet, but a buddy wanted to unload it virtually brand new for $100, so i snapped it up hoping to root & rom and have a decent tablet for cheap.

I imagine the bootloader could be very different than the other models, so if it'll be a pain in the a** then I'll probably just pass it off to a coworker who interested in it as is.

I don't want to risk bricking it by trying incompatible software, but if any dev wants to tinker with it, let me know what i need to send ya from the device and i'll help out.

It's LTE capable but I'm not looking for that to work. I just use the WiFis at home anyway.

Thoughts anyone?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Sorry, but this guide won't work for you since the carrier tabs have locked bootloaders, or at least something similar called Qualcomm Secure Boot. If you are willing to risk your tab, you should contact MrHyde03, the dev of the VZW tab root/unlock. Since the two tabs are quite similar (both CDMA/LTE), there's a good chance his unlock may work.

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[Galaxy Tab 2 General] pizzadragon:
Thanks for the advice, MultipleMonomials, i'll drop him a line.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] iamzlvek:
i have a samsung galaxy tab 2 7.0 gt-p3110

i want to downgrade to ics so i can play tegra games .

is it possible ?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] 74M3NUMB3RS:
How does downgrading help with playing tegra games...

And I'm saying this so u will know...

4.0.4 Test

Stock

Game: Need For Speed Most Wanted

Lags a little bit

4.2.2 Test

AOSPA 3.50+

Game: Need For Speed Most Wanted

No lags
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] iamzlvek:
Galaxy tab 2 7.0's are not tegra devices .

and they are running on jelly bean.

i want to use ChainFire 3D, so i need an ICS Rom .

:)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] 74M3NUMB3RS:
Even if u use u can't...

It will just lag...

I suggest u not to do so...cause u r just wasting time to try...

U know this tab isn't Tegra... But y do u want to try

I'm telling u ryt nao..

And it only works in gingerbread..

See the description in playstore
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] iamzlvek:
hahah its my phone :) don't order me :) i want to do it :)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] 74M3NUMB3RS:
I forgot Lol...

Just saying
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mirzafran:
Need help pleaseeee

Hi guys. Little help here. :confused:

Im new to this android stuff and Im currently opting to flash cm9.1 to my tab 2 10.1 running stock JB 4.1.1. Thing is, Ive got loads of data and stuff I rather not lose (like games, videos, those kind of stuff) and my internet's too slow to actually redownload all of them. So, any tips on backups and how to restore them back? Thanks :D
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] iamzlvek:
i think there is no way to do that :(
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mirzafran:
How about apps? Can I backup apps?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mirzafran:
Okay one more question. What happens if I just copied the datas and obbs from the android folder and paste it after I flashed cm and redownload the apks? Will it work? :confused: thanks in advance :D
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
No, you CAN keep apps and data.

1. Root.

2. Install Titanium Backup.

3. Click on the check mark in the upper right corner.

4. Hit backup user apps

5. Flash new ROM + gapps

6. Install Titanium Backup

7. Go into the batch menu, same as step 3.

8. Hit restore missing apps with data

(you will have to clickthru a bunch of app installers if you don't have the Titanium pro key)

9. Profit!

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[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mirzafran:
Thanks! Didnt think about it before, but how does Titanium Backup work actually? Does it create some sort of encrypted file or does it backup my data by cloud? My internet's way to slow to download them back :(
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] 74M3NUMB3RS:
Yes..it kinda creates a file in Ur sdcard like this it creates some sort of encrypted file
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mirzafran:
Okay. Thanks! Will try it out soon
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] W@r10ck:
Hi guys I have a Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 GT-3110. Im trying to root it, i followed all the steps(i think its just the same as rooting S3) i managed to get through of everything including getting through the recovery mode. Then suddenly i cannot get pass through it. It would say MANUAL MODE which i only have few options. I also noticed that i saw something like a red android lying down and it says need to download/use triangle away if I need to reset counter. Is there a tar triangle away that i can use to flash it through odin. I already tried to re-flash cwm and autoroot again but its still stucked at manual mode(Android system recovery <3e>) Im confused what i did wrong :confused:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
You mean you used autoroot the first time?

Posted from my Galaxy Tab 2 with CM10.1
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] smashen:
Sorry for the noob question but do I have to root my stock gtab 2 to install custom roms or do I just have to install CWM and flash rom?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Just install CWM and flash away.

Posted from my Galaxy Tab 2 with CM10.1
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mrcreativity:
Has anyone tried flashing a stock JB rom through mobile odin while running CM10? Is it safe?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Should be.

Posted from my Galaxy Tab 2 with CM10.1
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] deepfabry:
Hi to all i also have p5110 model and have a question

How can we reset download menu counter when return to stock firmware ?

Is it possible ?

@ andrew 98 i also am italian for return to stock can try firmware p5110xwald2 deutsch but have also have italian csc ;)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Andrew1998:
Ok dato che ora ci capiamo meglio...cosa dovrei fare?? Mi passi i link di tutto CIO che devo scaricare per tornare alla stock rom ovvero quella che ho trovato quando ho comprato il tablet. Voglio la lingua italiana e tutte le applicazioni( music hub , reader hub , modifica video, l`app x leggere magazine e libri, il widget meteo, polaris office ecc...) dove posso trovare quello che sto cercando?

Scusa ma non so nemmeno che sia l`CSC

In english: can you pass me the links that i have TO download to return to stock rom, That who i found when i bought the tablet. I want italian language and all the apps like (polaris office, ecc..) where i can find What i am looking for? Sorry i dont`know what is CSC !
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] deepfabry:
guarda basta andare su samfirmware e cercare firmware per tablet p5110xwald2

(tablet da 10 pollici) quello che abbiamo a bordo è p5110xwald4 poco cambia dovrebbe essere leggermente aggiornato forse con un po di fortuna collegato a kies aggiorna in automatico alla wald4 ma bisogna provare

per configurare il csc io con l' s2 facevo tramite tastierino numerico cosa che qui non ho quindi si deve trovare qualche app per lo scopo

il vero problema è che al momento non è posibile azzerare il contatore del download mode e chissa se mai sara possibile farlo

english: you can go to samfirmware and see for firmware p5110xwald2 we have p5110xwald4 but is not a problem

for configure csc we must use some app for this

unfortunately now we can't to rest download mode counter, hopefully we can do so in the future
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Andrew1998:
Ok, quindi scarico p5110xwald2 da Sam firmware e poi ? Apro odin e metto i rispettivi file,poi che altro devo fare ??

English: so i download p5110XWALD2 from Sam firmware,then? I open odin and i put the file in it, then what i have TO do?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] deepfabry:
guarda se non hai mai usato odin TI CONSIGLIO di informarti al 1000%

se non si sa dove mettere le mani con questo programma rischi il brick irreversibile del terminale,

per quanto riguarda il firmware ascolta magari qualcuno piu autorevole anche se ho gia usato odin con s2 sono appena 2 giorni che possiedo questo tablet:D

per capire come funziona odin ti consiglio di spulcinare gli innumerevoli forum italiani android giusto per avere le basi

see if you've never used odin I suggest you to inform the 1000%

if you do not know where to put your hands with this program the brick risks of irreversible terminal

regarding the firmware listens maybe someone more authoritative even though I already used odin on s2 are just 2 days that I have this tablet: D

to understand how it works, I suggest you odin spulcinare countless Italians Android forum to get the basics right
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Andrew1998:
Odin lo so usare, lo uso con galaxy s plus..scarico solo il p5110xwald2 e non p5110xwald6 vero?

EDIT: Risolto, ora con la touchwiz mi trovo meglio, ho installato inoltre i permessi di root in modo che posso modificarlo a mio piacere senza mettere custom alternative.Grazie x tutto. A sì qual'è il problem del download che dici "il vero problema è che al momento non è posibile azzerare il contatore del download mode e chissa se mai sara possibile farlo" cos'è il download mode,cioè che sarebbe ora il contatore o.o ?

english : Solved, now with the touchwiz i feel better, i have installed permits root so that i can change it as i would whitout install custom rom. Thanks for all.Yes , which is the problem "unfortunately now we can't to rest download mode counter, hopefully we can do so in the future", what is the download mode counter?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] count dooku:
Thanks, but I was talking about the internal SD not the external one. I found this and might give it a try google "7522-accidently-hit-fix-permissions" post number 4. (I'm not allowed to post links yet on the XDA forum.)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
You should be able to format your internal SD from CWM and/or Android settings.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] deepfabry:
when use odin in download menu we increase counter 1,2,3 ecc and this is a problem for warranty becausse at the moment we can t reset it , i suggest you to install cyanogenmod 9 on this tablet is amazing and is very very fast ;)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] invisiblek:
Just wanted to mention that in section E, the stock p5110 rom does work with the p5113.

OP might want to update the post to reflect that.

Thanks for this!
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] CpnNemo:
Thank you!

This worked like a champ on my 5113! Appreciating the rootiness of my tablet. :good:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] kdubbfive:
Internal Storage Issues after Rooting and Flashing Custom ROM

So after rooting and flashing the "Clean" ROM v1.1 I had internal storage issues. First the gallery app would not work. It would give me a message "not enough memory" when trying to open it. Also I could not save any downloads, I would get a message that download failed. So, I recovered to the stock ROM provided in the guide (I have a GT-p5113). Recovering to this stock ROM fixed the above issues. However at this time I noticed that my internal storage shrank from the stock 16GB to about 2 GB. See attached screenshot. I'm not sure if that happened after installing the custom "Clean" v1.1 ROM or when I recovered back to the stock ROM. I've since flashed both the "Infected" ROM and the CM9 ROM and with those I still have the reduced storage area and the problems with the gallery app and inability to save downloads.

Anyone have any ideas what happened and how I can get my storage space back?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Nartb:
Root Help

First of all, thanks a lot for the guide, it was really great! :) I followed all the steps and it worked until I reached the part where you remove the bloatware and it wasn't working. Each program being deleted said "failed to remove" in the command line so I checked if the tablet was rooted and it wasn't which surprised me but I just tried rooting it again, following he same steps and everything seems to work until I try again and it doesn't. I used a terminal app and tried the "su" command which was denied and a root checker app verified it was not rooted. If anyone could help me, that would be great :)

Update

I figured out how to root the tablet, but now the bloatware still isn't being removed and I installed the ADB fix kernal.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Endoroid:
I'm looking at getting a p5113 this week, just reading up on flashing, recovery etc. As I understand the 5113 has a ir blaster and the 5110 does not. Does this stock rom still support it?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
I think so, but don't know for sure.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
kdubbfive, you could try the "partition sdcard..." option in CWM.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Endoroid:
I seem to have read in another thread that a factory reset may fix. I'll see if I can find which thread and post a link
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] solitsnake:
will you chance your guide?

to guide user how to use Mobile ODIN lite. http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1347899

that helps, it will not increase our custom kernel flash counter
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] steveone77:
Hi, I want to buy a P5100 no brand.

I see it in a vodafone shop and it has P5100BUALD5

Is it possibile to know if it is branded or not?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
solitsnake, in a few days. It will take a while because I will have to test it first.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] LuCeiFeR:
I flashed TWRP recovery through mobile Odin and everything is going well. I think it should be the same while flashing roms anyway.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] jimbr549:
Rooting on the mac

Thanks for this excellent guide. Would it be possible to use these files to root my Tab2 7.0, only using mac os x and Heimdall?

Thanks,

jimbr549
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Should be, as long as you know how to use Heimdall.

Posted from my Galaxy Tab 2 with CM10.1
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] sgtslaughter64:
Does anyone know if this will work on the SCHI915? If so, which recovery should I use?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] thejoshperry:
I am having an issue when trying to back up and restore with philz, it says error opening'/external_sd/android_secure'
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] anonymous373:
Nevermind :)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] dedlite:
I'm trying to flash the most recent stable CM10.1 on my 3110, but I'm just setting gapps errors and setup errors after rebooting the 3110 (and yes, 'I'm installing gapps after the ROM itself, as per the guide). Any tips?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] mrcreativity:
In theory, looks like its possible. I wanted a little feedback from someone who's done it. Anyone?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Astaroth2510:
hi

I have a Tab 2 P5110 only wifi,i have flashed the 4.1.2 stock from france and i have rooted the device whit cf autoroot,i have the recovy stock i want to flash the Cyanogen,to flash the Cyano i must have the CWM 6...what i can do?what is the file that i flsh?i'm fear because there are file for JB or ICS,i don't know,can you help me and link me the file
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Just follow section b.

Posted from my Galaxy Tab 2 with CM10.1
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
No. You can find a root method at http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2036778

Posted from my Galaxy Tab 2 with CM10.1
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] makis206:
Thanks for the guide, just rooted my friends tab 2 with stock 4.1.2 :)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Kingoffools:
Downgrade question

Hello :laugh: i'm running PAC-ROM JB4.3 and is full of bugs and i prefer Stock Samy JB4.1.1

I'm pretty noob :cyclops: so.. Could i back to stock rom??? Is safe? or i'm fckd? :confused:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] tetakpatak:
Your Tab is your risk, mate. The only way is to download stock 4.1.1, proper Odin version, enable USB debugging, go to recovery mode and wipe dalvik cache, cache and data (all while in CWM recovery), turn off, run Odin as admin, choose stock rom under pda (reboot and reset time checked / repartition unchecked) run Tab in download mode, connect with PC, if Odin recognize it, click start button.

Good luck

______________________________

Sent from my amazing i9000

powered by pawitp's CM10.2
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] bikrame:
My friend got P5113 , he dont like new update 4.2.2. He want to back to old I guess 4.1.2 . I know we can do it via odin. which firmware is that? Old one . Any download links? Thanks
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Kingoffools:
THX 4 the help!

Ok, i have to read a lot more before doing something wrong, thanks for the info :laugh:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] tetakpatak:
You're welcome, mate.

I think the workflow is correct and I didn't forget anything, now browse for to find proper files :fingers-crossed:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Just follow Section E with the "4.1.1 for p5113" file.

It's a sad, sad day when your cellular service is faster than your home internet.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] bikrame:
I did that now , tab is on boot loop !! what to do ?

Nevermind got it. Rebooted into recovery and wipe data helped.

Thanks alot
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] jtraceypgh:
Trying to root...

I'm brand new to this, but have followed the steps, retracing my steps and even re-downloading the proper recovery mod. I have a P5113 and oden gives me the yellow box, I add the mod via the PDA button, uncheck reboot and when I do a hold of the power button the screen shows a battery charging. If I try to hold power and volume down it blinks off then comes back on while my laptop keeps giving me a sound indicating connecting and disconnecting. Meantime, it appears that ODIN is failing to work based on the below.

Please forgive a rookie if this is answered elsewhere an I didn't see it...

<ID:0/004> Added!!

<ID:0/004> Removed!!

<ID:0/004> Added!!

<OSM> Enter CS for MD5..

<OSM> Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..

<OSM> Please wait..

<OSM> philz_touch_5.03.7-p5113.tar.md5 is valid.

<OSM> Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..

<OSM> Leave CS..

<ID:0/004> Odin v.3 engine (ID:4)..

<ID:0/004> File analysis..

<ID:0/004> SetupConnection..

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

<ID:0/004> Removed!!
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] wolfgentleman:
SuperUser Error

I have a GT-5113 running on the stock 4.2. I tried section A and all was well until I tried to use a root app, so I opened SuperUser and used the update binaries... This is what I got:

I followed the instructions to the letter. What do I do?

I tried using install from zip again and fix permissions to try to solve it with no luck.

Nevermind... I used a ROM instead.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
What? Stock 4.2 has been released? That explains it, that root zip is for 4.1. I've really fallen behind on updating.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] evroo:
Hi

I have p3113 model and followed the official update to 4.2.2 but its too laggy and slow, tried factory reset amd not much better.

I want to go back to the older version, but someone said you can't downgrade, so I want to know if there's a certain way to do it or no? Is it the ''restore to stock'' that u mentioned?

Thanks

P.S. am not rooted and don't have any ROMs:eek:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] jz_train:
Thanks for the guide and resources, very informative. I wasn't aware of the flash counter. That is fine though. My warrenty would be up anyway.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Yup, just restore to stock using a 4.1 ODIN package, the one for the p3113 in section e should work.

You know, it's a sad day when your cellular service is faster than your home broadband.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] clotet_htc:
Hi,

Is it possible to use this method to Root/CWM/Custom ROM a carrier locked (Orange) P5100? Will it wotk? Will it cause any kind of damage to the device?

In many forums and tutorials I can read advices like "Don’t try this tutorial if your device is locked by carriers", so the question is, what can/must I do if my device is carrier locked?

Thanks.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
In settings, does the model number say p5100?

Sent from my Galaxy S4
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] clotet_htc:
Yes it does. Model number: GT-P5100.

The device is ORANGE carrier branded.

I have tried to install CWM 6.0.2.7 via ODIN 3.07 (I tar compressed recovery.img downloaded from CWM page) and also via Android system recovery (ZIP file) and the process never ends.

Also tried using CWM Rom Manager and an error message always appears.

Thanks.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
"and the process never ends." What do you mean?

Sent from my Galaxy S4
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] clotet_htc:
Well,

ODIN: I open ODIN, enter download mode in tablet and connect USB, in ODIN select PDA --> CWM TAR file and click START. ODIN starts a process (some messages appear on log window) but it does not end, just gets stuck. On the tablet nothing appears (progress bar or something similar).

SD CARD: I enter into Android recovery menu, select <apply update from sdcard>, select ZIP file, process starts, a progress bar appears increasing slowly but suddenly it stops and does not increase any more.

On both cases I have to shut down tablet pressing power button for 10 seconds. After that, the tablet boots normally.

I supposed this happens because my tablet is carrier branded and wanted to know if all this methods to root/CWM/custom ROM my tablet apply even it is a carrier locked one, or something different has to be done.

Thanks! :)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Does recovery say Android System Recovery <3e> at the top?

Sent from my Galaxy S4
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] clotet_htc:
Yes it does.

As far as I know, steps are just:

1. Root with CWM

2. Install custom ROM

Is that right?

---------- Post added at 11:43 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:46 PM ----------

I have just tried to install latest philz_touch recovery (5.15.0) ZIP file via system recovery (download link here). Process starts with small blue process bar increasing and log lists as follows:

-- Install /sdcard ...

Finding update package...

Opening update package...

Verifying update package...

E:failed to verify whole-file signature

E: signature verification failed

After this, the process stops and I can navigate back through system recovery and reboot tablet.

Thanks.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Yeah, you can't use the stock recovery to install mod zips; there's security protections. Maybe try Heimdall Suite?

Sent from my Galaxy S4
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] clotet_htc:
Ok, thanks for the advise. But how to install a mod recovery then?

Do you know if this is related to the fact that the tablet is locked by carrier (orange)? Shall it be possible to install mod recovery if I unlock the carrier branding?

Thanks!! :)
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] jamice4u:
Will this work with the sprint model of the Galaxy Tab 2?

I have the sprint model of the Galaxy Tab 2 how can I root my Tab and install a custom Rom?
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] MultipleMonomials:
Like I said, try Heimdall Suite.

You know, it's a sad day when your cellular service is faster than your home broadband.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] wizhack:
hello and thanks for the thread, very helpfull !!!

Does anybody have an idea for my problem ?

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=46702471#post46702471

i've got trouble with tls connection on my gt5113.

Thanks for futur help
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] konchog uma:
Helpful

Just wanted to say thanks MultipleMonomials, I just restored my Samsung GT 2 7" back to stock to sell it. hehe got a Nexus. Your guide was helpful, thanks given, and i wanted to report my success. :highfive:
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] kunjcool:
Way to go dude .. Nexus is just awesome !! I have a nexus 7 too so ...
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] robn30:
The links to Hotfile do not work anymore, does anyone have the original stock file for XAR? Or can you point me in the right direction to find it. Thanks.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Android-Andi:
You need to wait for reuploading... there are a lot of roms wich needs to be reuploaded: http://samsung-updates.com/details/13099/Galaxy_Tab_2_7.0_WIFI/GT-P3113/XAR/P3113UECMH2.html
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Android-Android:
Fantastic guide! Thank you!
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] robn30:
Yeah. I went to that site but the link there doesn't work either it appears. When I select the stock firmware button it never gets me to a download link. Oh well I'll keep trying.
[Galaxy Tab 2 General] Android-Android:
Root does not work :(