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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] donc113:
This is a Note 3 forum... Not an S5 forum, I can only tell you that the Note 3 can not be downgraded from 5 to 4...I guess the S5 is similar.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Moondroid:
NOT fdr?

Hope I'm in the right/best place for this question:

I'm trying to uplift somebody else's Verizon Note 3. It's been OTA'd(?) to 5.0, used to be rooted on 4.4.2 but now it's lost it. SuperSU can't find a binary. I don't know how/by what method it was rooted to start with, but I know it had root before the OTA.

But the more immediate issue is the phone is getting more and more squirrely, and I'm thinking about reflashing the stock 5.0 with Odin3. But we don't want to blow out the data and current setup. If I really need to FDR I can backup all the necessities, and I realize the best chance of a fix is to start everything from scratch. But is there any way at all to "refresh" 0F1 without losing data? Just to try that first?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] tanaka263:
I am trying a hard reset and failing with error message "ODIN: Invalid id ext4 image" I read I had to install a PIT file through ODIN. The PIT run is being successful bu the "AP .tar " file is still failing
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] eKoKnight:
This guide ho longer works when using on Windows 10. -.- I followed instructions. And none of the programs work on Windows 10 just freezes up.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] dukeofcypress:
Does anyone have updated links for the stock recovery .tar? The links in the original post no longer work.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Using the method in OP has not tripped knox for anyone who has used it.

If you remain on MJ7 you will not be able to flash roms built with MJE. Several Note 3 rom devs have stated to use their new rom builds based on MJE update, you'll have to be running the MJE update (either by tar file or taking ota while on stock MJ7 firmware. ..

Some have successfully used 'ota survival' in supersu pro, some have not.

Why do you want to keep MJ7?

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Ok. No worries. Tell me exactly what you've done so far, where you are in the process right now, and we'll do this step by step.

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
When I try this my Odin keeps failing I need help please
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
You're using odin 3.09, and MJE tar file from link I provided?

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] ncphotographer:
Thanks so much……well early this morning I did the Kingo Android Root…..I didn't know if I was suppose to but I tried anyway….and it said I was rooted. My question is……what's the difference using the Kingo method and doing the Odin3 and MJE tar method? Do they do the same thing….is one better then the other?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Easymfe:
Thanks for the guide. I have a couple of questions.

It's stated in this thread that this wipes data, such as apps, accounts, etc. Basically back to "out of box", but this doesn't happen. When I have uses Ordin, all my stuff is still there, I just lose Safestrap and Root (even though the app icons are sometimes still there).

Also, what about the .pit file I have seen in other guides. Is it not necessary?

Thanks in advance.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
Yea I use everything when it gets to the the pit mapping part it fails
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Using Odin to install MJE tar returns your phone to OEM stock software, Kingo just allows you to install a recovery (safestrap) but has nothing to do with the software version.

If you are on MJE already, and rooted with Kingo, you are now ready to install safestrap...
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Flashing a file in Odin is supposed to WIPE your device clean. This thread is regarding a different device, but the process and results are the same; complete wipe and out-of-the-box clean.. The first time I used Odin something went wrong and I had the same thing happen where it left my apps, desktop, files, etc, but I had constant UI force closes as the process didn't wipe everything.

I ended up doing a factory reset and it completely wiped the device.

As far as the PIT file, I have never used that option so I don't know anything about it, sorry.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I did not use the pit option as it is not needed to simply flash the MJE tar file. That is why using the PIT option is NOT included in the instructions.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
I understand that but what happened was I connect my phone put the tar in the Ap and then wait for it to check md5 then once ready hit start then when it gets to the pit mapping part it fails 5 min in

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Are you clicking the PIT / partitioning button? I suggest starting the process from scratch, when in ODIN, make sure you only click "AP" button and "START" button as outlined in instructions. I have used this exact process several times and PIT mapping has never been an issue...

Let me know how it goes :)
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] ncphotographer:
Hey, I can't thank you enough for the help…..and sorry if things have to be explained like I'm a 2 year old. Do I download the safestrap file on my phone or download it to my computer then put it on my phone?

PS-- Sent you a little thank you….it's not much but I wanted to show my appreciation!!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
OK will do thanks
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Look man, we ALL started from scratch at one point, and someone helped us, so I have no problem helping you or others :) And THANKS for the donation! I pass it along to the devs whose work I use, so it DOES get put to good use.

d/l safestrap APK to sdcard

once rooted, go to SS apk and click it, install it. Once installed, OPEN SS and click INSTALL recovery, and you're ready to flash roms in SS!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] vj950:
I want to keep using the wifi tether in its simplest form. I know with MJE, you can do it after root and modifications, but I am too nervous about safestrap and possibility of tripping Knox. I know I don't need to, as you can install custom ROMs without tripping Knox (I believe), but it will take some time for me to get comfortable.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
No problem. I can tell you safestrap doesn't trip knox, and SS is really easy to use. When you're ready to take that step, get at me :D

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
Does anybody now about the error code 402 when trying to update
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] ncphotographer:
OK….so I downloaded the ss apk to my sdcard and put it back in my phone…..now where/how do I find it?

Now a window pops up in superSU saying "Samsung KNOX has beed detected. This might limit root capabilities and cause annoying popups. Try to disable KNOX? Cancel or OK………..what should I do?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Knox has been detected... Once I ignored it, knox NOT tripped. Once I chose 'disable" and knox NOT tripped.

if you didn't specify a destination for the SS apk, it should be in your DOWNLOADS file (use any file explorer)
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I have never seen a 420 error... have you tried to Google it?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] ncphotographer:
OK….so I downloaded the ss apk to my sdcard and put it back in my phone…..now where/how do I find it?

UPDATE!!!!! OK OK OK……I did it…….whoop whoop whoop!!!! Now what do I do? Where can I find all the apps to customize my rooted Note 3!?!?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Some of the popular roms link are in my sig. I prefer Beans build 5, but lots of people are happy with Hyperdrive and Clean Rom. Glad it all worked out for you! NEVER hesitate to ask any questions in the future. You know where to find me!

I have a folder on my ext sdcard named ROOT and I keep all my roms, mods and anything I want to flash in there so I know where to find it.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
Sorry meant error 402
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] ncphotographer:
OK…..thanks, I really appreciate it. Last question for tonight……how or where do I go to actually look at the files inside my Note 3…..not my downloaded files but the actual files that make up my phone?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Any file explorer. I think "es file explorer" comes with beans build 5. The "ROM Toolbox" app has a built in file explorer as well.

On the file tree,

Extsdcard= external sdcard

Sdcard= internal storage

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] ncphotographer:
Hmmmm, maybe I should just go back to using a house phone!!!! When I try to access the Play Store it gives me "Server error" retry….but nothing…..and ideas?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Try going to MANAGE APPS and clear play store cache and data.

Here's a thread on that issue. Most folks just remove their google acct, reboot and re-add it...
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] loadie:
nice guide. the only thing that i see is that there are two mj3 tar;s out there. one for the dev and the other for retail. your guide doesn't say which one it is. just a thought, could throw some off. still, great info.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Good call. OP updated. Thx.

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] rogerwalker22:
Ok so this has nothing to do with what I quoted you for, just wanted to get your attention. I dropped my Note 3 today and the screen did not shatter or crack but is broken. I have 0% visibility. Now the screen itself as far as touching it still works, answer incoming calls etc. I am pretty sure, i'd say 75% sure that I can get it into "odin" mode. That being said, if I do this and flash the MJE tar file in odin that way when I send them this phone it will just be a stock phone instead of a rooted phone. If I do not get into "odin" mode and still go forward with flashing the MJE tar in odin will this mess it up even worse and brick it? Thanks in advance!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I'd have to say if you can push the MJE ota to the phone even with the display borked, it SHOULD work to get you back to OEM stock. the ONLY problem I see with that is your phone will look as it did the moment you plugged it in for the first time: no desktop, no phonebook, no input whatsoever from you the customer.

Depending how long you've had the phone, THAT in of itself might cause someone in the warranty dept to "dig deeper'. Then again, maybe not, and what have you got to loose anyway right?

It's possible you could theoretically boot into factory reset: vol up, home, power button (I think) and vol down THREE times for factory reset... There are a LOT of 'IFs" since you can not see the display at all...

Having never down this before without seeing what I am doing, I can't see why it wouldn't work for you. I guess the way you'd know is when booting after the ota, you'll hear the Samsung and Verizon sound files...

Good luck and let me know how it went so I'll have the info to pass on in the future!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] rogerwalker22:
I am rooted on JellyBeanz Build 5. Forgot to say that. So what I am shooting for is to remove battery, Vol down, Home, and Power button all at the same time and then Vol up to enter into "download mode" "odin mode" Whatever it's called and then simply plug it into the computer, open Odin 3.09, load the MJE tar file into the AP slot and press start. This would put me back to Stock un-rooted. Yes I would be at the beginning of the "Phone Setup" process but I would not be rooted therefore not be in violation of the warranty right?

My main concern is after pushing Vol down, home and power buttons all at the same time and then click the Vol up button, say it doesn't enter that "Odin mode" but I think it has and still go forward with the rest, is this going to brick it? Or will it simply not work and I will be able to try again?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
If you hit VOL UP too soon or "miss" getting to the ODIN screen from the WARNING screen, you're desktop ODIN should never load the COM box... That would be your signal to close desktop Odin, VOL UP, start desktop Odin again and wait for COM box to populate and hit start.

Yes your phone will be back to stock, but I can't imagine SOMEONE won't be curious why your phone has never been "Set up" depending on how long you had it. And again, they may not even try to pow it up either :)
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] JiMiHenDriX420:
Thank you for this. Short, clear, and to the point. Explained perfectly.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Much appreciated. Don't forget to hit thanks and rate the thread :thumbsup:
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] pr0gress1ve:
merhaba

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
I have the note 3 I was on build mj7 i used odin to update to mje then rerooted and installed safestrap. To make a long story even longer im doing a waranty exchange and my new phone will be here on the 24th dec. What do i need to do in order to make it where this phone is stock. Base mje build JSS15J.N900VVRUBMJE. Do i need to odin mje tar again so it removes the su app and ss?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Factory reset (that'll restore it to out of the box new) then check baseband version to ensure MJE, send it back...

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
I already done the factory reset but when it booted up safestrap came up it said disabled i then hit continue and set up the phone and went through my apps and super user was there. I will try to factory reset again and see what it does. This time i will disable supersu maybe thats what i done wrong. Here goes.

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] rogerwalker22:
Ok awesome! That's exactly what I needed to know =]

I look at it like this, would it be better for them to fix the phone, get the screen working and then see me on Jellybeanz Build 5 or for them to see the start up screen and the phone not be rooted?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
Now im stuck on the samsung galaxy note 3 logo at startup which file do i need to get it back with odin??
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I'm not sure I understand your question... I think you need to d/l MJE tar on pc and flash it via odin, should get you back to oem stock

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
Yes. I need the mje tar file but the one that beanstown106 posted for the retail verizon note 3 doesnt work i cant get odin to see the file. Im trying to place the file in the pda slot in odin and its not working. Where can i get another stock tar so i can try again. Thank you for your replies
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Download odin 3.09 use AP button. I've not used older odin versions, and Beans mje file in my sig is what I've used in the past...

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
ok. do i need a pit file also?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Nope. ONLY "Auto reboot" and "F-reset Time" should be checked.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
thanks so much for the instructions. im downloading the tar file now when its done ill begin. although i have to leave for work in about a 1 1/2

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when i put my vzw note 3 in download mode at the top it says current binary samsung official stystem status custom. I was already on mje when this happened. Hopefully i can get this computer to download the mje tar file because i havent had much luck with getting it to download before. I checked my download progress and its gonna take it like 4hrs to download a 1.3gb file. I have a 12meg router. I will wait hopefully it will be done before i have to leave for work which is in about 1hr 30min.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I hope reflashing the mje tar in odin will bring everything back to normal.

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
i am unable to download the mje tar file takes like 7hrs for a 1.3gb file lol im soooo fuc!@# pissed. i will download like 100mb and then cancels. i have AVG 2014 anti virus installed on my pc how do i disable that do you know? maybe that will help. Do i have to unzip the MJE tar file?

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im unable to download the mje tar it stops in the middle of download....why am i having soooo much trouble downloading this damn file

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
A 1.28 gb might show as 1.3 gb.. but I can't for the life ov me figure out why you're having the odin issues and mje tar issues. ..

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
Really do thank you for sticking around while i was trying to figure all of this out. I get really impatient somtimes and try rushing through the whole process instead of taking a breath and calming down and take one step at a time. Kinda hard to stay concentrated though my 6yr old keeps me busy when im off work he doesnt get to see me that much. Just really happy that i finally fixed my phone. Thanks to you for the work you put into guiding me on what to do and thank you beanstown106 for all you do
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
So what ended up being the issue that kept things from working?

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
I had a hard time getting the tar file to even download on my computer my pc has a virus and acts stupid and when i finally gotten it downloaded i had to unzip it and then open odin and click AP after i done that the file was were it was supposed to be in the documents section. I clicked start and and waited was a little nervous but after about 7 mins my phone was back
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
You must of missed where I suggested that yesterday evening http://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=48741394&postcount=277 (problem of going between threads)... glad you're back in business!

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] mwebb34:
I saw it. My computer had a virus on it so in order to fix my phone i had to call someone to come out and clean up my computer plus it was way outdated it had over 200 updates that needed to be installed anyway after i got my pc fixed everything else was starting to fall in place i was then able to download the required files and unzip the MJEtar.

Thanks again for your advice id say your probably getting tired of me so im out.

MERRY CHRISTMAS be safe this holiday season.

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1st problem i had to solve was upgrading my personal pc.

2nd unziping te MJE tar file
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
I can't use Odin because I always get a error when it gets to "get pit for mapping" can anybody help or know what I can do. I ha e been trying to update from mj7 to mje but haven't been able to when I try from the phone I get a error in Stock recovery then when I go back to software update it gives me the error code 402
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
When you've tried odin in the past, did you follow the same process as in the OP?

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
Yes
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
You might want to do a factory reset in recovery (vol up, home, power) not in Safestrap... then try the odin flash to mje..

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] htcdroidincredible23:
I did that last night do you have to be rooted for Odin to work ?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] droidstyle:
No
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] rogerwalker22:
Well I bit the bullet and used Odin last night to unroot my phone. Wasn't to hard to do even though my screen was completely black lol. I'll just tell good ol Big Red that my phone was in the middle of updating when the screen went out lmao. Wish me luck all =]
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I'm glad reset in odin worked for you

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] rogerwalker22:
TY My friend, I appreciate all the help you've given me. God bless and Merry Christmas!!!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] recDNA:
You won't have to tell them anything. I would have done a factory reset before sending my phone back even if it weren't rooted so nobody could see my files.

Beamed from my Galaxy Note 3
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] khfrekek:
Thank you!
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
If you're saying thanks for the OP instructions, there's a "thanks" button for that :D Same if it was for a specific user who helped you...
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
How's life with your rooted N3?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] DavidFlory:
Has anyone tried out the new JOdin3? It looks very nice.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I haven't yet, but will now, thx :D

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] rogerwalker22:
Great, running Jelly Beanz Build 5 at the moment. There's still so much I don't know about it lol.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Feel free to ask ANY time. Honestly, don't let not knowing hold you back :)

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] icarusdignata:
Secure Check Fail : PIT

I followed the steps exactly with Odin v3.09 and the MJE retail ROM, but Odin fails with the error:

On the phone, I see the following in red:

What should I do? Going all the way to MJE or just returning to the way things were, either works. At this point, I'm terrified of doing anything for fear of bricking the phone. Thanks!

By the way, the device is not yet rooted. I'm doing this in preparation for Safestrap (as described in a related thread). Perhaps rebooting and accepting an OTA update would work?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
When I flashed MJE in Odin, I didn't touch the PIT settings, only the settings in my tutorial... Honestly, I don't know the use or the necessity of flashing the PIT file. I didn't do anything with the PIT settings and haven't had any issues that the cause wasn't already known.

I suppose if Odin still gives you fits without using the PIT file, just take the OTA to MJE and THEN root and install safestrap.

Sorry I am not more knowledgeable on the PIT file or it's necessity...

Here's a link from a RC I highly respect and his instructions for updating to MJE in Odin also say nothing about the PIT file...
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] icarusdignata:
That's the strange part. I didn't touch any of the PIT settings or anything. The only things checked are the "Auto Reboot" options and the "F. Reset Time" checkboxes; the only two buttons I clicked were "AP" and "Start."

Anyways, OTA sounds like the way to go. The question is, how do I dislodge my phone from Odin? Do I unplug then remove the battery and put it back in to restart? Or is there an "abort" button or something?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
I've always held the power button till it rebooted. Weird you got a PIT fail if you weren't flashing a PIT file? I'm no Odin expert, I just share what worked for me :D
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] icarusdignata:
Thank you very much! I'm embarrassed to say that the problem was due to me pointing the wrong file for my phone. Everything's working now.
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Nothing to be embarrassed about, now if you make the same mistake again, THEN you can be embarrassed :) Glad it worked out for you!

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[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] susieq29:
I'm stuck in secure fail

I am stuck in window secure fail: recovery verizon note3. I cannot boot into recovery mode what do I do? Can't unbrick until I get out of this window?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
Have you tried pulling battery, then vol down, home, power to get to odin?
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] susieq29:
fail screen.

Yes I tried doing that just goes back to fail screen. Thanks for answering so fast
[Verizon Galaxy Note 3 General] Az Biker:
In detail tell me what you where doing prior to the fail screen.