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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
OK So yea that's exactly what you have going on... An MDK build ( bootloader ) S4 with matching MDK baseband ( modem ) that is running a custom ROM based off if ME7 build.

So you can grab the NC2 modem from this thread if u want to try it. Its AWS enabled ( faster ) and has been treating me well.

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To answer your other question though as how to change your build back to MDK... that's really not that important. As I said it's only showing that you're on ME7 because that version of Eclipse is ME7 based. What's important is that you keep your bootloader at MDK..

Don't take any Verizon OTA Updates. Don't use any other file other than MDK if you use Odin. Also don't use anything but the MDK Non-Hlos file IF you ever were to need one of those. Like the OP says you should be good to just use any of the " modem only " files

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jorceshaman:
I was using the MK2 w/non-hlos without issues but then I grabbed the new modem (just the modem) and I was having serious connection issues. I reflashed the MDK w/non-hlos then the new modem and the issues seem to be resolved.

I'm on CM11. I just wanted to post this in case someone else is having the issues I was.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] :
Thanks so much, I double checked and Eclipse v2.0 was based off ME7. Thanks again!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] halloween240:
Flashed the NC2 modem over eclipse 3.0 (Android 4.3, mk2 based build) been running great since. Thanks so much for posting these :)

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] radpp16:
Thinking about upgrading baseband from MJ7 to FNC2. Any observable difference?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] binqker:
Give it a try. I was on MK2 and updated to NC2. Currently going back and forth with it to see the difference.

Sent from my phone!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] metaphz:
I can report on my end when using NC2 speeds on GSM slightly increased over MK2. However where H+ is somewhat weak NC2 loses service and MK2 holds connection. This is when WCDMA is forced so my radio doesn't revert to Edge at home.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] tomplatz:
Nc2, san antonio. Fastest for me by far. HD15, Verizon.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] WishinItWas:
So in haste I flashed the NC2 modem and I think it was the non-hlos file... I now have no audio, cant play music or youtube vids, etc.

I tried flashing the MK2 back and nothing is working. trying to search multiple threads as I write this and not having much luck. Anyone have any ideas?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Feltmacer:
What ROM are you on? I know with GPE if you're not on mdk hlos sound and WiFi won't work

Are you sure you flashed the modem only and not the hlos zip?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] WishinItWas:
EDIT: Thanks for the response, I completely missed your point initially. I flashed the MDK hlos and then reflashed just the NC2 modem and all is well!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
So after running the NC2 modem for afew I ended up switching back to MK2 as the NC2 one seemed to be pretty inconsistent as far as speeds. Kept bouncing around... Staying on 3g for a while too.

MK2 seems more solid for me. Didn't get a chance to test this until this week back on the road

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cnorman76:
So I flashed one of the modems last night and lost phone use. I can't make or receive calls. Everything else works fine. When I attempt to make a call the screen is blank and the phone locks. The persons phone I call rings but its dead on their and my end. I have tried restoring, flashing different modems and different Roms. I'm stuck. Please help. I do believe that I was on MJ7 to start. Running HD15.

Thanks

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
If you're on MJ7 did you try the MJ7 non-hlos? Just use whatever non-hlos file that corresponds to your bootloader. Strange im sure Surge will know more

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Do you use Safestrap or a custom recovery? It's important.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cnorman76:
I use TWRP.

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Ok, that means your on the MDK K boot loader. 1. Flash MDK non halos modem. Then flash latest modem (not with non-halos). Reeboot and let me know exactly what you did and if it worked.

Good luck.;)

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Read the OP!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
Open terminal emulator or use adb shell and type:

su
getprop ro.bootloader

Download and flash the modem w/ apnhlos zip that corresponds to the output of the above command.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Listen to Surge. He's da man!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cnorman76:
This fix my issue! Thank you very much!

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Lw00d:
what is new with the I545VRUFNC2???
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jorceshaman:
Usually you only have either better connection stability or better connection, last actual new thing was when they gave us AWS.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] wyefox:
NC2 Fixed the MK2 DTMF tone problem on MK2 modem

brw9100 reported that, "Was trying to call a service provider today using my G4 and found that, once connected, the keypad would not allow me to send numbers making it impossible to navigate the automated attendant system." I had the same issue using the MK2 modem. Switched to NC2 modem and that fixed the problem.

Thanks to all!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] amoeller:
According to Droid Life (http://www.droid-life.com/2014/04/25/verizon-galaxy-s4-receiving-kit-kat-update/) Verizon just released the official KitKat update VRUFNC5 not NC2 like the recent leak. I’m wondering if the modems are different from NC2 to NC5. I am unable to find an odin or even the update zip so I can’t verify.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 760hacker:
My guess is that nobody has extracted the NC5 radios yet
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] peppersu812:
It just hit not to long ago. Things like this takes time. Not just a few hrs
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jorceshaman:
Even more importantly, they take time to hit the eyes of the people who know what to do. Then the additional time to actually give us the good stuff.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] anewday:
Looking forward to the new modem. :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
04/26/2014 Edit 11: Added NC5 modem and hlos
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] biglil1:
That was quick; thanks!!

Sent from a mod junkies I545
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] metaphz:
Thanks Surge1223. NC2 was really shifty for me on GSM. Give this official one a shot and see how it performs!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 1BigLoser2:
NC5 doing its thing!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dmt010:
#2 ty surgenerd
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] anewday:
Nice! Where is this?

Sent from my Galaxy S4
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] 1BigLoser2:
Chicago, O'Hare Airport!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jova33:
Blazin'!

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] halloween240:
Flashed the new modem and its working great! Thats so much for posting these!

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] gt5oh:
Does anyone know whats different with the VRUFNC5 Modem?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
Not to much other than it came with the kit Kat build for Verizon. Still aws enabled. Just have to test it out and see ya know
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Nacho~:
so if I upgrade from MDK baseband to NC5, will i have any issues if i for some reason go back to stock non-root then want to root again?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] brizey:
No. The tarballs include the modem. I just had to Odin back to stock last week after a multiple failure flash (broke recovery and system on one flash). I had to reupdate my modem.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
Can someone help me I have a i545 that apparently is a NC2 or NC5 phone bc I have tried MDK and MJ7 and Odin comes with error Fail SV REV check Failed Fuse 6 binary 1

and then its stuck on the Samsung logo with custom and unlocked logo under it and sits there and does nothing else.....I am stuck on this and new so if ANYONE can help I will send money via paypal or whatever I am desperate ??????
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] anewday:
My signal seems to be better in weaker areas where it used to be 2 bars, now it's 3. Also, both download upload speed increased a little.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Kenpachi 91:
So when either Bonestock or hyperdrive ROM gets updated to Kitkat, should I flash nc5 instead of nc2 right after (since you can flash multiple zips on twrp)? I'm loki'd on mdk
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] wtfchuck:
The rars in the OP of this thread are modems only. You can flash them as zips in recovery. You do not need Odin. Hope this helps.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
I was finally able to flash in Odin the NC2 4.4.2 stock for i545

Though now I realized I can't root yet but I will wait cause at least I have it up and running now
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
You don't HAVE to be on a Kit Kat modem when your ROM is kit kat. I'm on mahdi ROM with the Dev MK2 modem. For me I get the best reception with it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Kenpachi 91:
Oh ok, but if I want to take advantage of the aws, I would need to flash a newer modem right?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
MG7 and up all have AWS so you have quite a few to pick from
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Kaiya_FL:
I have a Dev phone running the SlimKat 4.4.2 ROM. It's currently on the MK2 baseband but I noticed the signal strength is poor so I wanted to flash one of the newer ones. None of them will take however. I've tried downgrading to the MDK baseband but that doesn't work either. Any ideas what is preventing flashing any other modem version?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] sparky697:
What recovery are you using? I couldn't get one to take with philz so I switched to twrp and it worked.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Kaiya_FL:
I'm using TWRP as well, version 2.5.0.2. I guess it could be because its older? Though it flashes, backs up, & restores just fine.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
Could definitely try updating your recovery. I've also seen people on here have better luck booting into recovery/download mode when the phone is powered off, rather than from the reboot menu. For some reason that's fixed certain flash issues... Couldn't tell you why. Lol

Could just be " one of those things" too

While back I tried flashing a different modem and in doing so it somehow corrupted something with the ROM and I had to wipe the phone and start over.... Again.... no idea even Surge didn't know. These phones are funny at times
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] shindiggity:
U can't downgrade back to mk2 root and then upgrade to pre rooted 4.4.2.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
but can i root at all ??:confused::confused:

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Hey question I know I was told I can't downgrade from 4.4.2 but is there a way to root 4.4.2 ? If I am NC2??:confused::confused::confused:

Just curious and thanks for the trouble
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
No unfortunately there isn't a way to root stock nc2 leak. There was a method posted that involved upgrading from mk2 via SafeStrap and keeping root... however if you're just on stock NC2 from the leak or NC5 from the ota there is no way to root right now... Sorry[emoji17]
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
k thx :(
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] shindiggity:
I meant u can downgrade to mk2, root and upgrade to nc2 pre-rooted.

http://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=23329332407587822
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
There isn't anyway to root it ??? Because I am trying to port over to Net10 and when I put in a Net10 but when I put the sim in it says non Verizon Sim. I thought when a phone is unlocked it doesn't do that?? :confused::confused::confused:

Geezzzz this is all so confusing....:crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying::crying:

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How would I downgrade....??? I am not rooted so I can't do anything with safestrap or anything like that so I just need the tools and steps to downgrade from NC2 to MK2??
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] blazingwolf:
Follow the directions in the first post here. Look for the downgrade section near the bottom of the post. It might do you loads of good to read through the whole thread an become more familiar with what you are doing before trying things. :)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
So this says I have to do something every time I have to do the adb thing for wifi?? I am not sure even how to do that ...would it be done on the phone through terminal eliminator
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] shindiggity:
Odin to mk2 use saferoot to root and then upgrade to the pre rooted nc2.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] s44:
Enough with the OT threadjacking about root -- any more reports on NC5 modem performance?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] dmt010:
Nothing negative here to report
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] anewday:
Seems to get better signal with nc5 radio.

Should add "radios" to the title.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] metaphz:
NC5 resolved the weak signals from NC2. Over all very pleased using NC5 on a i545 with GSM carrier.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] thesoldier:
After a week, it looks like NC5 may be worse for me. It holds 4G but transmits no data where on MK2 I would previously get data.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Alxoom33:
Works great for me.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] k1mu:
Yes, it says "Non-Verizon SIM", however, the SIM works fine.

When the phone is locked, the SIM doesn't work at all.

The i545 is unlocked, allowing any SIM to work. It just complains.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] christinamg82:
Yeah it's just something I ignore, buy would like a custom rom for Nc2 but doesn't look like there is one for 4.4.2 yet on Nc2
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] meazz1:
I just got done installing RLS15 on my VWZ S4 with safestrap on ROM slot 2. So far so good.

One question, I saw in another thread about updating modem. What does it do and should it be ok for me to install this modem for better reception - I545VRUEMK2_modem_apnhlos.zip? Or, there's newer one I could use?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] lazer9:
Any of the RETAIL modems will be fine. Take your pick. ;)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ktoonsez:
Thanks everyone. I always forget that they r hiding in General and not development section I got nc5 loaded up and gained about 3mbs it looks like so I am at a solid 31mbs now
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cwazpitt3:
Forgive my question, I'm not a newb but I'm a little nervous about radios and modems.

So I have a rooted MDK s4 running the 4.4.2 developer edition rom. The signal is terrible. When I used to run hyper drive it was fine (guessing it's Kk) Looking for improvements. I've never updated my modem or anything but did frequently on the gnex. Should I follow the directions in the Op or is there something else I should know it be concerned about?

Thanks in advance...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
Nothing to be too concerned about. Just flash any of the " modem only" zips and see which one works best for you. I'm on the NC5 one and it's great for me.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cwazpitt3:
Ok, just flash with TWRP then?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Mistertac:
You got it! The Non-Hlos ones are only used if you ran into any issues and you'd only ever want to flash the MDK one since that's what your bootloader is.

But flash any of the modem only ones.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] vt0r:
When you say the signal is terrible, do you mean it's actually degraded in quality or do you just have fewer signal bars than before?

The carriers have a much lower threshold for what a "good signal" is, so on stock ROMs (and most that are based on them), you will frequently see a "better" signal indication, even if the signal strength is the same - this inflation helps them look better to the layman, who simply sees a lot of signal bars everywhere.

It's still a good idea to update to the latest modem in most circumstances, but don't expect a huge improvement in signal strength indication, especially if you've recently switched to an AOSP-based or any other non-stock-based ROM.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cwazpitt3:
No not the bars. Mostly less signal or no signal where I had it before and terrible switching between 3g and 4g. Had to go to airplane mode all the time...
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Bait-Fish:
I went to TWRP at the strong suggestion from the OctOS team. Not hard to swap recovery. I'll have to give that a go.

--OctOS powered VZW GS4 Dev Edition
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Travisdroidx2:
Still getting pretty good results. That is traveling on the freeway also and not staying in one spot.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Bait-Fish:
Wow. Nice.

I made one attempt using the latest PhilZ CWM to flash the MI1 zip. It appeared to do more log-rise. It showed loki activity (did this loki my non-loki CWM?), then flashed. I'm pretty sure the TWRP I was using was loki'd so that would explain why I didn't see that part previously.

Again the phone hung at initial splash screen and I pulled the battery to get going again.

Also, baseband did not update to MI1, staying ME7 which I linked to in a prior post here. I may try an older recovery version, but I'm not sure if that could cause problems now that I'm on Android 4.3.1 *shrug*

--OctOS powered VZW GS4 Dev Edition
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] ebsk8er06:
If your on the dev and using philz there's an option under advance to stop it from auto loking things

hyperdrive powered s4
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Travisdroidx2:
If you are hanging on splash screen you are probably using a newer version of twrp. Only stable version is 2.5.0.2 and it is solid. Here is a flashable zip for it.

https://db.tt/YeZ3cp4c
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Bait-Fish:
Yes, it was the latest, or close, whatever GooManager decided using its installer.

Edit: However, the last test that hung me in the post you replied beneath, that was using the latest PhilZ CWM.

--OctOS powered VZW GS4 Dev Edition
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Travisdroidx2:
Ya flash twrp 2.5.0.2 and your issues will be gone.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Bait-Fish:
A big WTH, it worked! 2.5.02 flashed MI1 successfully. I must admit I was doubting. Wow, thanks!

--OctOS powered VZW GS4 Dev Edition
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
2.5.0.2 is the only recovery I trust on mdk. Hands down the most reliable
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jorceshaman:
I Odined the newest one 2 days ago. It seems to be running fairly well. A bit more stable than ME7 on backroads Illinois. (I'm a trucker doing Walmart loads.)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] JamesPumaEnjoi:
AWS will be enabled by Verizon through a software update...I dont believe theyve done it yet...Ive been getting an average of 45-55 Mbps down 15-25 up (Long Island NY) for about 2 years now and ME7 seems to be working much better than the newest one....we'll see I'll try it again soon

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2.5.0.2 seems to be the best and most stable...I tried installing 2.6 and couldnt get past the TeamWin boot logo so I had to Odin back to stock....tried installing the latest one (2.6.3.0) a couple days ago and it did nothing lol...didnt change one thing, it still says 2.5.0.2 in recovery
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Travisdroidx2:
I hope to see the new modem here. I trust these flashables. I am on mdk but the modem works for both of us.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
uploading a flashable zip of the new modem now
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
Ok heres the deal, I uploaded it but then as I was looking at the file I noticed the modem.bin file was still padded thus not signed, Sammy stepped up their game and editing the modem.bin file to be signed was harder than it was previously. Im uploading the updated zip with the signed modem now, if someone would be kind enough to test it and report back I would appreciate it.

Edit: Scratch that, I need someone who took the ota and kept/has root to pm me so we can get a signed modem.bin.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] stuckintheskull:
Flashed and working.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
Really? Can you give me the md5 of the zip you used (i uploaded two within 15 minutes of eachother) I need to know which one worked and see if its odin/heimdall compatible.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Shaftamle:
Flashed mj7 modem. Do I have to change/do anything to enable lte band4?

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[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] Surge1223:
Okay I've re-enabled the links, and it appears we have a signed VRUEMJ7 modem up now. In case you're wondering, all the modem.bin files in the zips of the OP are signed, meaning you can take them out and use them in odin if you wish. Please let me know if any issues arise, its a little more difficult to create proper modem files when you don't have an odin tar to work off of.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jsminnis:
Could someone explain non holos and why it's not included?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] vt0r:
Sorry to hear that.

Assuming you haven't already updated, most of us have been enjoying a good signal and great LTE speeds with NC5, so go ahead and try the modem only NC5 zip first.

Hopefully it works as well for you as it's been working for me.

If you still have the switching issues, it is most likely ROM related. In that case, you could always make a NANDroid backup and test another ROM just to verify.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] cwazpitt3:
I have updated to nc5 just waiting a few days to make a conclusion although it seems better already.

I'm curious as to what rom your using?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] s44:
I've found NC5 slightly worse at grabbing and holding and switching to 3G from poor signal than MK2. May flash back, since the higher max speeds don't make a practical difference.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] riphamilton:
since updating to VRUFNC5 i can't send MMS while connected to a wifi network (i'll have full LTE coverage). if i disconnect from wifi, the MMS will then send. not a dealbreaker, but mildly annoying. i'm running CM11 M2; everything was working perfectly a month ago.

any ideas?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] licwid:
I am on a rooted MDK and want to use AWS since it is in my area. I have been informed that I could flash the MK2 modem to enabled AWS, however I noticed it was mentioned to not do so in this thread. Is there something else I need to do first so that I can enjoy the AWS goodness?

Thanks!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] jorceshaman:
Go ahead and flash the MODEM, just don't flash the full package.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] escenkay012:
Here is a before and after
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] vt0r:
Oops. Missed this. I've been running Vanir for the past few months, and I was running Cyanogenmod before that.

Vanir + ktoonsez's kernel and f2fs system/data/cache partitions really makes for a fast phone with great battery life.

Also, NC5 (and everything since MK2 I think) in my area lets me get 60+ Mbit download speeds on LTE (NYC metro area).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S 4] zmedhaug:
Remove csc.apk from system》priv-app