yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zebluk:
Hey! Not sure about your device model, can you confirm it is YP-GI1CW ? Btw, the permissions for the wifi and wifi/softap files should be 644, and 755 for the softap directory. Here's my output:

# ls -l /system/etc/wifi
-rw-r--r-- root root 274168 2012-03-17 10:05 firmware.bin
drwxr-xr-x root root 2012-03-17 10:05 softap
-rw-r--r-- root root 16295 2012-03-17 10:05 tiwlan.ini
-rw-r--r-- root root 16986 2012-03-17 10:05 tiwlan_cert.ini
-rw-r--r-- root root 883428 2012-03-17 10:05 tiwlan_drv.ko
-rw-r--r-- root root 16985 2012-03-17 10:05 tiwlan_plt.ini
-rw-r--r-- root root 1012 2012-03-17 10:05 wifi.conf
-rw-r--r-- root root 134 2012-03-17 10:05 wpa_supplicant.conf
# ls -l /system/etc/wifi/softap
-rw-r--r-- root root 262356 2012-03-17 10:05 ap_firmware.bin
-rw-r--r-- root root 652 2012-03-17 10:05 hostapd.conf
-rw-r--r-- root root 954932 2012-03-17 10:05 tiap_drv.ko
-rw-r--r-- root root 22424 2012-03-17 10:05 tiwlan_ap.ini

Also, some report flashing the stock kernel solved the problem, but this has some drawbacks (logo lost, warranty voided, device watermarked).

If you solve your problem please report what worked for you :)

bluk

EDIT: just in case, here are the MD5s

4fc219f6c48380e5df3c4229d3dfec32 firmware.bin
7525a9d0f212cba5ef4ea78860a9285b tiwlan_cert.ini
4457eadff2e6a0e91c1778c794f2ee21 tiwlan_drv.ko
8bd66fa950e4ecff2b34b4063beb44ef tiwlan.ini
c5d6fcfc2ad06b81db3dc3a5f6e7d98c tiwlan_plt.ini
0db52ef0a3e4941874f7de054abd9fc9 wifi.conf
bbb0cc9dac7a8d03ea4d6d477e49a0ee wpa_supplicant.conf
0e82efa50d450915b200a93246190d08 softap/ap_firmware.bin
880f7954eeb2a01d49295f1bd45e8c31 softap/hostapd.conf
ccfcb7e4d27276b0e3791025b2990e26 softap/tiap_drv.ko
214b2320c13c2242db05c40dbe3944d5 softap/tiwlan_ap.ini
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] lng325:
I sure my device is CW verison, I bought it in Hong Kong.~@@ I try to change the permissions on files, still dont work. The only method for me is flash back to Hong Kong Stock Rom ( no root).

---------- Post added at 04:34 PM ---------- Previous post was at 04:14 PM ----------

I finally got my wifi back!!! after I said, the only method is flash back the Hong Kong stock rom.. I suddenly think why I don't extract wifi folders from Hong Kong Stock Rom? So I do it and get work!!!!!!! thanks all ~~

Maybe drivers are different on different country although our versions are same( YP-GI1CW)?????.. btw, I found the details code of my device : YP-GI1CW/XSH<<?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zebluk:
My version is YP-GI1CW/XEF ... probably the cause of problem, I'll mention that in OP thanks; and good job fixing your wifi!

bluk
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] fixedbohr:
sorry i am a noob.. is the kernel included on the rooted rom? with just flashing the rooted rom on my galaxy player 4.2, will i be able to install custom roms to it or do i need to change the kernel also? tnx
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] groovychap:
Success!

I've just rooted my device with no problems whatsoever.

Thank you for providing this excellent tutorial.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] HellPie:
You would not be able to flash custom rombecause there aren' custom roms for our player. But normally you need to flash the CWM kernel by zaclimon and next flash the rom. Normally custom roms flash the new kernel automatically, but first you need the CWMed one
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Alternativeindie:
Wifi 4.2 Brick ???

Hello,

hope you can help me

i've got a samsung galaxy s wifi 4.2. bought at Ebay.com

problem: the player hasn't the right firmware there...

when i'm starting the Galaxy Player I can read:

Samsung Galaxy S2

GT-I9100G

http://xdaforums.com/images/icons/icon4.gif

when I'm trying to flash the Player with the Stock.ware at PDA:

FAIL ! at ODIN

only when I'm flashing instead of PDA with Phone it will work fine:

But after that the Player isn't working too ^^

So...now the idea to PIT it with Odin

But I Don't find any Samsung Galaxy S Wifi 4.2 PIT file

Does anybody have sth. or has another idea to rescue the Wifi-player?

And I don't have any idea how to run the player again...

The Stock-File isn't working....

how could somebody be so crazy and hope to run a Music-Player with a Firmware of a smartphone ^^ I can't understand.

by the way...sorry for my bad english, but in German-Communities nobody could help me yet.

My Player:

Model: YP-Gl1CW/XEU

made: 2012.06

(from UK i believe)

Thanks a lot for your help
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] ursulavasey:
I am looking for a stock rom and stock kernel for the Samsung galaxy player yp-gi1cw/xeu device - ie the UK version. I am looking for complete stock, to return the device to its out of the box state. It is displaying that it is a Samsung Galaxy S2, with the yellow triangle. I tried the Triangle Away app (while rooted) to reset the binary counter, but that didn't work. It did reset the binary counter, but the triangle is still there. I want my device to display the correct model name, and to remove the triangle, as well as removing all traces of root. Can anyone help me with this, please? I don't have a jig to do it that way, so I need a firmware based solution for my problem.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Alternativeindie:
It seems you have the same problem like me ^^

i had one advantage...i've bought it with paypal and sent it back, after nobody could help me here and in other forums.

now i have my money back and a have bought a new one with the right firmware.

but best wishes and good luck.

by the way...i've tried to root it with an original stock-file but it didn't work...
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] drakonizer:
Sorry to say...but the only way to remove the triangle in our player is the usb jig method...i have personally done it and i can guarantee it works. You can also make one at home with a usb cable and a few resistors.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] danmnc:
Hi there,

a friend of mine gave me a Galaxy Player 4.2 Wifi... it seem to be bricked. Can start the player into Odin-Mode, but not in Recovery-Mode.

His Son seem to tried an update, but don't know what he does. The Player only start with the Samsung-Logo and a yellow triangle. Flash the Stock-Rom failed directly with Odin.

Any help?

Thanks in Advance and sorry for my english...my german is better :eek:

Daniel
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] HellPie:
Flash the kernel and the rom again...

Sent from my Galaxy Note with CM11 Beta 7
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] danmnc:
Both the same time?

I'm at work, try it tomorrow. Thx

Gesendet von meinem Nexus 4 mit Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] HellPie:
No. First the rom, next the kernel.

Sent from my Galaxy Note with CM11 Beta 7
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] ursulavasey:
Where would I buy a USB Jig, and how much would it cost in pounds sterling (GBP £)? Also how would I use it, particularly as I cannot find a stock rom for my device (yp-gi1cw/xeu)? Would this get rid of the yellow triangle and give my device its correct name back, instead of it being incorrectly named as the Samsung Galaxy S2?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] HellPie:
Ot: I love the yellow triangle... It is soooooo cute.

Sent from my Galaxy Note with CM11 Beta 7
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] drakonizer:
The yellow triangle is just an indication of the Samsung bootloader to say that the device is running custom firmware. So if you can live with it, I suggest not doing anything about it. However, if you are uncomfortable with the SGS2 bootlogo and the triangle and want to bring back the stock bootlogo, then you can find a usb jig on ebay for any price from 0.99 pounds to 3.00 pounds. Otherwise, if you can, I'd suggest making your own as it is cheaper and more reliable. All you need is an old USB cable and 300K Ohm resistors.

As for your firmware issue, you can flash the stock rom from this thread and then the insecure kernel to fix your wifi, (Because as far as I know, all the international variants of the stock ROM are the same except for wifi, so if you flash another ROM like the XEF, only your wifi will stop working) then you can flash the stock kernel here to completely restore your device ( after which you can use the usb jig to remove the sgsII logo).
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] ursulavasey:
Thanks for your help, drakonizer. I have already flashed the rom in the OP using ODIN, and my wifi did not break. However, neither the triangle, nor the SGS2 boot screen logo changed. The device was unrooted, as I expected, but the details I wanted to remove didn't change. I will have a look for a jig on EBay. I assume that all jigs are the same, and that there isn't a different jig for each device.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] drakonizer:
Yup...there's only one kind of jig irrespective of the device, and each jig will work on all the Samsung phones. I would recommend buying one from a reputed seller as there are a lot of fake ones that don't work.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] ing.jesus:
samsung galaxy player 4.2 YP-GL1CW/XAX of mexico

regards

I have a samsung galaxy player 4.2 YP-GL1CW/XAX of mexico

the problem is that would not start, and you download a software starts but does not work on wifi vi this link

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=31487523

but does not help me since I have no files wifi Endorsement

and someone who can help solve this problem or spend the software of this model for the wifi fix

or process I must follow as the link does not work for me since step 1 was not done properly
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zaclimon:
Try the wifi fix over here:

http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2198444

If the fix alone doesn't do it, flash the kernel then the fix. It should work.

Envoyé de mon Nexus 7 en utilisant Tapatalk
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] redrumsilence:
This is new...
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] drakonizer:
Its a problem with your bootloader, specifically- the param.lfs partition. You'll need to flash the stock param.lfs with heimdall to fix it.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] sqek:
Yp-gi1cw/xeu

Hi

Tried this on an XEU (UK) version, wifi stopped working :(

anyone got a stock firmware for YP-GI1CW/XEU they can link/send me please?

Think i might just give up on rooting for a while...

Thanks!
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hamzahrmalik:
Why didn't you follow instructions and backup your /system files....
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] HellPie:
Your error, your problem. Try flashing the CWM Kernel and the wifi fix in CWM. And this time read instructions.

Sent from my Motorola Moto G
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] sqek:
I downloaded and transferred the wifi files from http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=37707316&postcount=78 but it didn't work :p

and no idea what CWM is. Also I tried getting kies to do the OS, but it won't recognise the serial number for some reason.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Mario0:
helpppppp

my galaxy wont connect to odin. it connects when its on normally on debug mode .can somebody pleazse help??!!!!!
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] drakonizer:
1. Make sure you're in Download Mode.

2. Make sure you have installed the correct drivers.

3. Try different USB Cables and ports if both of the above solutions aren't working.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Tshirt456:
Odin

Guys I've downloaded Odin and the root kernel for my Samsung Galaxy Media Player 4.2 (Eu version) and when i plug in my phone, odin doe not recognize my phone :/ My phones i download mode but its still not recognizing it! Ive tried using different cables and different ports but no luck :'(

Do i need to install any driver? If so could you please post a download link ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] po8pimp:
Recommendations

I followed these steps exactly, however I had to deviate in order for it to work correctly. I had to select "Continue" in order for ODIN to detect my device properly. I also had to have reboot checked otherwise it would hang up at the "Downloading" "Do not disconnect" screen. I would like to make a couple suggested changes to assist others who are doing this:

4. Put your device in download-mode:

- unplug USB cable

- shut your device down (remove and reseat battery if its stuck somehow)

- press HOME (physical button bottom center), keep it pressed

- press VolumeDown, keep it pressed

- press Power, keep it pressed

- wait until the download-mode confirmation screen "Warning!!" shows up

- release VolumeDown first, then the rest of buttons

- press VolumeUP to "Continue"

- connect your PC to your device using USB cable

- press VolumeUp one to finally make your device turn into download-mode

-Start ODIN3

=> this should make Odin3 react, and tell you "Added" in the bottom-left window, while adding something like <COM#> in the first box

Be careful: some user report having troubles with USB3 ports. I would recommend properly powered USB2 ports only. Avoid USB hubs, avoid USB1 and USB3.

5. Make sure to UNCHECK repartition. You can also uncheck the "F Reset Time" and "Auto reboot" but they're it is harmless. The only boxes that needs to be checked is are PDA, "Auto reboot", and any along with the ROM file you're about to flash.

6. To flash your device, click start, the process should take less than 2 minutes.

I would also like to recommend including Chainfire's "SuperSU" apk. It is pretty much a needed item. At least mention it as a recommended item. In the settings for the new SuperSU, it gives the option to be installed as a System app. You can also verify root with an app called "Root Checker" in the store. Thank you for this writeup, it was a lot easier than some others I had to decipher.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Berties123:
Can't download the image.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Berties123:
Managed to download the file

MD5 for uncompressed factoryfs.img 15bd36474d719f78990f494478753606

MD5 for tar file 7ee60b79646b93eb18d6fcf5d0746e47

re-downloaded it, now asks for password and MD5 matches up. So looks like first download was wrong file (it uncompressed fine though) /corrupted
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Cokemonkey11:
Works, perfectly, thank you.

Performed on Heimdall 1.4.0

Didn't need Wifi fix on YP-GI1CW/XEU (differs from the OP device)

Lastly, here is the ROOTED ROM from the OP on a more reliable mirror (that doesn't depend on malware advertisements): https://mega.co.nz/#!wN9TFADL!nzlfraPxQX4S8rLil7B6u47J7NY3-F_4XKC1o85rTng​
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] XxpikaachuuxX:
Could someone provide me a PIT File for this device? Since a friend of mine used the galaxy s mobile pit file
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] tafkab60:
Hello !

This Thread nearly killed me and my device,

but finally I made it.

Especially some remarks on page 14 ,or so helped a lot.

Thank you all for my finally rooted 4.2.

(And after restoring the WiFi even this works (again).

No I give myself a bit Joe Walsh

What do you think about a loud:

Analog Man ? :laugh:
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] LeadGaming212:
Rooted rom link not working

The rooted rom download button on the site, like i mean ALL of the buttons that say download are either virus or tech support scammers, so therefor i cannot download the rooted rom file.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Dvalin21:
Could someone please extract the Bluetooth dialer app from the stock rom and post the link please? And please dont use dev-host, that crap never seems to work and even WITH an account i still get popups instead of the file downloading. Thanks in advance.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] maxi12312311:
rom

alguien tendria la rom stock de samsung YP-GI1CW?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] marvi3:
the links do not exist anymore.

can you maybe reupload it again?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] galaxyplayer4.2:
I finally tried rooting my device and it was rooted successfully! :) But the wifi is not working now. :( I tried copying the wifi files posted above but it did not work. My version is YP-GI1CW/XTC. Can anyone upload the necessary wifi files for this version? I wasn't able to backup my rom because I don't have the know-how to do so. :(

I think what I actually need are the wifi files for the YP-GI1CW/XEF since its rom is the one I flashed. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] lng325:
I think you try to find wifi driver for your device model(XTC). Since I flashed the rooted rom here(XEF) and then restored back the wifi folder from (XSH) rom , it worked. Hope you can find that driver!
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] galaxyplayer4.2:
I think you're right. :) Any idea where I can start looking for those drivers?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] mihs89:
I rooted and then got errors for wifi too. my player is version YP-Gi1CW/XME...tried replacing the backup files posted above into my player but it doesn't work, how do I find the drivers for my player version? thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] galaxyplayer4.2:
It seems like there are too many variants of the Galaxy Player which make it hard for us to fix our problems. :( I think I'll just flash the kernel if it takes too long or when my girlfriend misses playing with my Tiny Tower. :)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] mihs89:
the stock kernel link doesn't work. please reupload. thanks :o
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zebluk:
Hey everyone,

So these multiple versions really makes it harder to root every model successfully (with wifi working). I also think wifi is not the only driver that might be broken. Thanks to all your reports I modified the OP to suggest everyone to make a full /system backup before flashing (and explained how).

Now a little explanation: different countries have different policies regarding allowed frequencies; for wifi especially, it's common to see different "channel" limits according to the region. Now it seems the 3 letters at the end are linked to the location people are (XEF is France, XSH is HongKong, etc).

Conclusion: not a good idea to flash kernel (even if I put the link back) from a different country; best idea, as wifi driver is location-based, is to find another SGP4.2 owner near you that accepts to give a copy of his wifi driver files to you.

Thanks for reporting, hope you can find the damn files :)

bluk
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] galaxyplayer4.2:
I investigated further about XTC and XME and ROMs and I found out that for firmware, XTC and XME are always together, like in this thread: http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=1075278. Could that mean that if we found the drivers for either of our devices, we can finally get the wifi to work?

I also tried searching for owners of the devices in Android forums in my country but no one seems to have it. :( Maybe you know someone or your country have a forum or a thread for the device? :)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zangepsu:
work!!

Hi, I have a samsung galaxy player 4.2 Spanish, yp-gi1cw/fop and confirm that works perfectly in my terminal, no wifi restaurat've missed, grax
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] galaxyplayer4.2:
I still can't find anyone with the wifi files. :( Why is flashing the kernel a bad idea? I'm getting desperate. :( I don't have to worry about the warranty because I only got it for free so I don't have an official receipt in case I want to avail of the warranty and someone was successful in getting their wifi back with flashing the kernel.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] mihs89:
I can't hold it anymore so I flashed the stock kernel, now my wifi is working great ;). So this is my wifi folder from my device, hope it works for you too ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] galaxyplayer4.2:
Good for you. :) I haven't tried flashing my device yet because my laptop is broken too. I'll try on another PC. Can I just copy-paste the wifi files with Root Explorer?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] mihs89:
give it a try :)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] moze78:
Hi guys and thanks for the Tuto ! Works perfectly on my device.

Unfortunatly, if the device is recognized it doesn't show up anymore on "my computer" ... I cannot drag and drop anymore any file as I cannot access it on the computer. Such a big newbie ...

Do you guys hav an idea ?

Thx
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] alice90:
Go to Settings > Applications > Development and turn off the USB Debugging.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] moze78:
Thx for your answer.

Actually I've tried that already and it doesn't work, unfortunately.

No idea of what to do ...
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] alice90:
And what's selected in Settings -> Wireless.. -> USB.. ? Is it Mass Storage?

If, yes, then what shows up on your device when you plug in the USB cable?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] moze78:
Actually, without any reason (that I can think of) it finally reinstalled the drivers automatically and it work again !

A MTP application showed up on the device, never seen that happen before ...

Anyway, thank you very much for your answer !
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] hunterxhunter84:
Sorry, but I don't understand this step:

- change active directory to where you installed AndroidSDK or ADB, on a windows system I would press Win+R then type cmd to open a console, and then in the console:

Code:

cd "C:\Program Files (x86)\Android\android-sdk\platform-tools"

What I must to do?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Mr Splinter:
thanks for the root guide and files!

i have bought my 4.3 in Germany (YP-GI1CW/XEG). The wifi seems to work (finds wifi nets) after rooting.

But whats about VOODOO SOUND?

can anyone give me a clear answer if this app work on the wifi 4.2? Vodoo Plus should work without custom kernel. has someone tested it yet? I seem to be too nooby for that!?

greetz

Steve
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] douglasj_s:
Hello, I was wondering if this works for Rom Root Yp-Gl1cw/XAZ. Thank you!
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Gwaaan:
I tried and it didn't work even with Voodoo Plus.:(
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zebluk:
Sorry for late answer, but as I don't plan to give other support than the guide, I don't check this thread very often.

The step you mention just requires you to open a console and change folder to where you installed ADB. Depending on your version of Windows the steps are slightly different if you use mouse, that's why I gave keyboard shortcuts which should work in any Windows. So let me rephrase this:

1. Press Windows key, keep it pressed, and press R, then release both keys: this will show the "run command" window.

2. In that window, type cmd then press enter

3. If you installed Android SDK in C:\Program Files (x86)\Android then type in the console window:

cd "C:\Program Files (x86)\Android\android-sdk\platform-tools"

Good luck
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] zebluk:
As stated in the OP, the ROM will probably give root but at the same time you will loose wifi (different countries have different drivers).

You must backup your wifi drivers before flashing the ROM, and later, copy them back on the device via USB (using ADB). This will overwrite the drivers in my ROM which works exclusively for YP-GI1CW/XEF (French) version of SGP4.2.

Refer to the OP for the procedure, good luck!

bluk
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] kdashjl:
succesfully on xax

root working on XAX (bought in mexico), lose wifi but with the backup files the wifi its working again

i still have the backup files from my device if somebody needs them

sorry about bad english :p
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] shavi_vzqz:
help

u can give me te backup? how i can restore it? thanks
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] android@system:-$:
PhotoRetouching.apk

I have deleted the original .apk, then i've replaced it with the Galaxy Ace apk, but it does not work!!!!!!!! can i've the original YPGI1 apk for the GINGERBREAD.XXLC3 Rom?
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] Ozelot64:
Here it is !!

Be carefull with permissions ;)
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] jdga03:
Need wifi backup

I need this files, I want to restore a stucked player, using this firmware, but I worry about loosing wifi. Please, upload file!

Necesito el respaldo que tienes! Quiero recuperar un player bloqueado a la carga con el firmware del sitio, pero no quiero perder el wifi. Por favor, sube el archivo! Gracias.
[Samsung Galaxy Player 4.0, 5.0] PurQuebecois:
Yp-gi1cw/xac

Thanks to the developpers for sharing your work.