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[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] NerdyKowboy:
Unlocked bootloader. Have run several roms with different bases PB1, PF4, etc.

Was running PB1.

went through process to change to PF4 in section (if already have unlocked...)

Flashed muniz_ri's ROM: G900V_PF4_Stock_Deodexed_Debloated_Rooted_ROM.zip (For "Unlocked" Bootloaders Only!) from this thead: http://xdaforums.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/how-to-update-to-g900voe1-5-0-keeproot-t3149784

Flashed through TWRP just like all other roms I've done with unlocked bootloader, and ROM is running fine.

Went do install XPOSED using TWRP, and when I boot to recovery, I have stock recovery...

Repeat. still stock recovery.

Booted into download mode and verified that Binary status is "Custom". I'm confused.

EDIT------------------------

Solution: Did have unlocked bootloader, but that doesn't mean TWRP recovery is installed.

Go to Play store, install TWRP manager, (must have root & busybox), select proper phone model and install TWRP.

Not sure how TWRP got removed in flash process, but was very easy to fix.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I can't believe none of you read anything, and just flash away. Read [MENTION=4708661]muniz_ri[/MENTION] notes at the bottom.... Like seriously...
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] NerdyKowboy:
I did get a little lazy reading these directions. Almost deleted my post, but decided to leave it up as a learning experience for others.

However, I am somewhat new, so sometimes I struggle to understand all of the details.

For example: It's required to be on a PF4 unlocked bootloader before flashing the unlocked version, right? So, in that case, the flash-er must have a PF4 bootloader and TWRP recovery, so why have the bootloader and recovery in the image?

Not trying to be snarky. Just a real question from a guy trying to understand more stuff.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I said it somewhere, not in the OP like it should be, but if stock recovery and a stock boot img(kernel) are not flashed, then the bootloader(aboot) partition is write protected, and the upgrade fails, setting everything to stock disables write protect allowing the bootloader to be upgraded. the write protection was to stop developers from losing dev status like alot did being stupid(and turning their 900$ dev device into a 500$ regular device, verizon.....)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] y.ss2009:
I have g900v 6.0.1 unrooted. . Sadly I had wiped all system ,data before install stock 6.0.1..... start 11 toshipa.....is it possible to root it or not...thank you at all
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Believe that you posted in the incorrect thread....you may want to go these for starters..... this thread is for unlocking the Samsung eMMC 15 chips....hope those will help you. For MM 6.0, we're unable to Root unless your device is the Samsung eMMC 15 chip....sorry bud.....

http://xdaforums.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/root-method-og5-ok3-t3290370

http://xdaforums.com/verizon-galaxy-s5/general/how-to-flash-custom-6-0-1-roms-locked-t3393943
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] sjla:
[MENTION=5414005]GeTex[/MENTION] , can you please change the font color it hard to read.:p
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] lanc3lot:
Good morning :) so if i read correctly the op, it's impossible to unlock my bootloader without flask a new rom? I mean a way to just unlock it so i can install twrp only and keep my current rom - Its rooted
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
If your device has the eMMC 15 chip, then you can unlock your bootloader and install TWRP keeping the ROM you're currently running
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] lanc3lot:
the type of the emmc i have is h16ge2 (i think emmc 15 was only verizon usa?). So there is no way to do it with my current rom right, i have to install a new rom,etc

Ty for the reply,
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
If you don't have a Verizon S5 (SG900V), you're in the wrong thread. If you do have the VZW S5, then download the eMMC brickbug check from the Playstore and run it to see what your CID is. It's also written in the OP on how to find it which is this here. "You can check this by reading the file

/sys/block/mmcblk0/device/cid

Just the first 2 15xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx or 11xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx(my number"

Once you verified your CID and if it's a 15, then you can proceed to unlock your device with the ROM you're currently running and then install TWRP make a backup and continue to enjoy the ROM you're running.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I use the XDA dark theme, it's hard finding colors that work for both
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] lanc3lot:
Yes my bad on this, i searched the phase and got me here, but haven't saw it was only for Verizon, ty for the replies
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] sjla:
It's work Thanks
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] i9192droid:
Excuse me for this silly question... if i unlocked the bl could i try to flash an Android Nougat based rom like CM14 that is for the G900F (klte)??? I flashed a lot of roms for this device and all of them works fine, or is strictly neccessary to flash a kltevzw version of CM? Thanks in advance ( I guess im answering my own question lol )
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I will repeat this one more time, NOOOOOO. THE G900F IS NOT THE SAME DEVICE. The SoC is not even the same. You will brick it. You should find a KLTEVZW. Then yes you could move onto Android 7

Even a G900A, G900T, or G900P ROM would work
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] i9192droid:
Ok thanks for answering. I think youre going to get sick or be stressed because of morons like me haha
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Appearsto be that you need to take one bud.....that's inappropriate of a remark/response dude!!! Some gratitude and respect you have to a Dev or anyone for that. ...
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] i9192droid:
Take it easy dude... the post is edited to avoid missunderstandings. Thanks
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] PalmCentro:
Just came across this thread. This guy doesn't sound too stable, but you can never know.

I should not be lazy and try it myself.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
He bricked quite a few peoples devices, I'm unsure

To everyone else I'm sorry, I'm having a really bad week, a lot of losses this week of people I cared about(abandoned).

Sorry if I'm snappy
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] AWESOME1092387456:
Will this work on the S5 with the CID :11XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXsmth ? I mean 2years have passed
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Did you not read the first part in the OP. It clearly states that it only works for devices with the 15 CID. Also, what's2 years have passed.....this came about in March of this year....:p
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] AWESOME1092387456:
i know it is stated but just a glimpse of hope XD
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I don't know why you'd think that. I very actively maintain my thread
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] AWESOME1092387456:
sorry mate but i just bought this device and sadly it turned out to be the "11" one :/

i didn't mean to offend you :/
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Maphack:
If you update your firmware, do you also have to flash the AOI bootloader unlock for that specific firmware? Or if you're unlocked you're good?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] obryan1341:
will i be able to install phil recovery??
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] drewcu:
Last updated 10/14/2016

Software Version: MMB29M.G900VVRU2DPG2

Verizon Wireless is pleased to announce a software update for your device. This software update has been tested to optimize device performance, resolve known issues and apply the latest security patches.

The current software update gives you the most up to date Android™ security patch on your device.

https://www.verizonwireless.com/support/galaxy-s5-update/
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
[MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION] [MENTION=766721]ryanbg[/MENTION] [MENTION=4908448]autonomousperson[/MENTION] [MENTION=5209970]al50[/MENTION] [MENTION=711482]beaups[/MENTION] I do not have a functional computer, can someone verify that this update does not break anything? Also that downgrading is still possible?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Royal2000H:
OK I installed Factory Tar BPB1 Full Restore Image and followed the root instructions here: Working Root Method For 5.0 Lollipop Roms

...which means I'm on PB1, rooted, and have Safestrap installed.

I'd like to get to Marshmallow with Root (no deodex, no custom roms).

Method 2 looks easier than method 1. (I may not be understanding but it seems like Method 1 reinstalls a different PB1 rom and then installs safestrap). Since I already have Safestrap, do I just follow method 2?

And then do I just follow muniz_ri's thread [How-To] Update to G900V_PF4 - 6.0.1 using his "G900V_PF4_Stock_Rooted_ROM.zip (For "Unlocked" Bootloaders Only!)" ROM?

I'm just scared because the posts here say to avoid any ROMs that update bootloader and muniz's post says his roms do. Yet his posts reference unlocked bootloaders..
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Check your CID
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] signupstuffid:
I just bought a phone on swappa that is verified to have a samsung eMMC, just so I could help if needed. :eek:

Thanks to all involved, for finally making this happen. :good:

My MDK S4 will be joined by another unlocked BL phone soon!

As soon as it gets here I'll post my results, if I'm chosen to beta test.:fingers-crossed:
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Im aware but it is something :P
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Method one shall be open beta soon :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I'd like a select 5 to PM me. Please check you have a 15 EMMC. First 5 should be good. MUST HAVE ROOT ALREADY AND REALIZE YOU ARE RISKING HARDBRICK.

The first 5 will makesure that the device doesn't die for everyone else. The risk of brick is there, and it's not minor, have a current bootloader dump and 16gb class 10 sd card if you can, even then you might not be able to revive it.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] brd912:
If it at least one person will confirm I will jump in second! Lol.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
The OP will be updated within 24 hours of successful tests. Please, wait and check back, unless you want to test! Then PM and Post that you are testing(if you'd like)

Currently 3 Methods are being made! Waiting on feedback, the riskier method should be ready in hours
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] autonomousperson:
Can someone check this mess?

http://pastebin.com/KBrVyNJ0
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
double checked and so far looks correct

however I can't confirm myself. I could run it on my toshiba 11 and make sure it fails?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] autonomousperson:
Check your pm's tar sent, use original file ./samdunk CIDHERE

Im getting segmentation fault when I ran that

---------- Post added at 10:59 PM ---------- Previous post was at 10:54 PM ----------

Well time to test devices and see if it works. Cant gurentee the tar works either. Its aboot with standard bl stuff from OC4. Since it is signed by vzw it should go through without the phone seeing at as you trying to downgrade your bl. If it does then we will need a s5 with a samsung eMMC and someone who has never updated from 4.4.2 (Doubt any phones on 4.4.2 even exist)

Also to everyone trying this... dont expect it to work I guess. Beaups tool should work but the aboot stuff idk. As your flashing B/L's if something goes wrong your pretty much done. I have unbricked a hard bricked (bad bl) phone via the sdcard method but I've permanently lost root on it. Imma wait on results then im going to bed. You can confirm that your device is a dev edition because in dl mode it will tell you.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
CRAP. The Q FUSE appear to still be blocking downgrading the bootloader. The tarball failed, we tried making another and also failed. it's OC*. We might be screwed! The CID changed successfully in our photo so [MENTION=711482]beaups[/MENTION] tool works flawless but [MENTION=1949695]jrkruse[/MENTION] cannot get his dev edition S5 with a accidental retail locked bootloader to accept our tar even with the modified CID

Failed security check.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] autonomousperson:
Ok for everyone following along, GeTex is testing it. He should report here and update steps on how to do this!

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Hmm just as I expected. Find a 4.4.2 device to test on (if they exist). Sooo whos going to crack the signing key? xD
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] thewebsiteisdown:
I have an original vzw s5 here. Three of them actually counting my brothers. I never upgraded the bootloaders on them.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] autonomousperson:
talk to Getex your prob in luck. Im going to bed.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
ATTENTION. We MAY have gotten it to accept a bootloader while on OK3. Doublechecking!!!
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
When you refer to a 4.4.2 device. Are you asking of there's anyone that actually has ,without updating, a kitkat running device? And/or if you can flash back to NCG KK? When I received my device it was on OC4 and hasn't been higher than that. Just asking for people that may want to help
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] kilroy1stcav:
My S5 is NCG 4.4.2 I have successfully changed the CID but am not sure how to flash the aboot.bin.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] yossijoe:
People who don't know how to run a script, shouldn't really be messing with their phones:laugh:
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] xmoox:
my phone is running NI2 4.4.4 rooted if you need to use it for test. Just let me know.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Posting batch script in OP NOW!!! This will change the CID for you! UPDATED. Those of you running 4.4.x SHOULD BE ABLE TO USE THIS ALREADY!!!!

Thats right, go follow the op, and you should EVEN BE ABLE TO BOOT TO SYSTEM :D

Tell me how it goes! I think i did it :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] mjbram16:
So when you say we need to flash a custom rom... could we use something like cyanogenmod? :D

Or a dev edition rom?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Royal2000H:
From the instructions: "When finished on reboot watch for Safestrap Splash Screen and enter Safestrap"

I have Safestrap installed (LP Safestrap installer says installed and also I can click reboot to recovery and it works) but if I just boot the phone normally, I never get the safestrap splashscreen. Any ideas?

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it's 15xxx. Since my last post that you replied to, I was able to unlock bootloader. But then upon trying to install PF4 from muniz_ri's thread --Followed chaco's post: http://xdaforums.com/verizon-galaxy...0-keeproot-t3149784/post67751030#post67751030 , I couldn't get past "watch for Safestrap Splash Screen" ... and ended up flashing PB1 full restore image again. So I'm back to not knowing what to do next.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Just so you know it sounds like you don't know what ur doing. The safestrap splash screen only shows up with a corresponding KitKat kernel flashed, such as NK2 or NI2
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] bad bone:
Grr my replacement is Cid 11 nooooooo
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Royal2000H:
You're right, I don't really know what I'm doing. I'd say that's probably the primary reason why I'm asking questions on a forum...

The problem was that it wasn't loading even after having flashed NK2.

Anyway after going through the process again with a few tweaks, I figured it out.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] al50:
Just to add a little help for a novice on this method. After you unlocked the bootloader, you needed/should've flashed(Odin'd) TWRP/Philz CWM as it's stated (TWRP) in method 2 as you somewhat mentioned you used but had a question opossed to method 1. Then when you do the key combo, you would've gotten the custom recovery. Not harping down on you just helping you understand that it was in the directions of the OP that you read. I had to read the method many times before I finally figured it out and that was WAY before Jrkruse's new method and [MENTION=5414005]GeTex[/MENTION] did the cleanup of the OP......:)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] jrkruse:
You can still downgrade

Here is method to get to PG2 rom and bootloader.

If you dont want to update bootloader just flash rom in TWRP

If Already on 5.0 or 6.01 unlocked bootloader and you want to update bootloaders then follow this

In TWRP flash this TWRP_Prepare_For_PD1_PF4_MM_To_MM.zip

Reboot and enter safestrap

Flash this SafeStrap_PG2_Bootloader_Unlock_AIO.zip

After phone powers off reboot to TWRP recovery do full wipe

Flash this VZW_PG2_STOCK_ROOTED_DEODEXED.zip

You will then be on Latest firmware with latest unlocked bootloader
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Thanks, gonna make a lazy OP update
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] jrkruse:
I didnt post the rom under roms so if someone wants to post it and maintain thread go ahead
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I can do that later today, it's just a stock root right deodexed? I haven't looked yet
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] jrkruse:
Yes its stock deoedexed rooted with hotspot fix and the verizon and amazon and knox knox removed
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Ill post a maintained thread shortly, anything else i should know about it?
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] -WhiteHawk-:
TWRP isn't detecting my SD card... I've followed all instructions but it shows the SD card as 0MB and I can't get TWRP to select it.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] the Doctor:
THREAD CLEANED

Please observe the forum rules, and do not spam the forum:
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Thanks for cleaning the thread :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] robbyoconnor:
You Rock!
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] QweS84:
Hello everyone. I am on rooted custom OG5 now. There was somewhere quick guide from jrkruse but I lost it. So, just want to ask if I follow OP instructions to unlock bootloader, can I then do as in this post and get last deodexed MM? Also wonder if I can install G900F MM rom? Thank you.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
I encourage you to read the OP, since the instructions you linked from jrkruse are included
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
OP has been updated! Let me know if there's any issues.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] QweS84:
Yeah, I understand what this instructions for and I read whole OP and below post. I want to be sure, so I am asking if I can use unlocking method 2 for my OG5 lollipop rom? As I understand if yes, then I can go for mentioned instructions to get last MM deodexed. And after I can install any MM rom I want? There was easy guide about from locked bootl OG5 to last MM unlocked bootl which jrkruse gave me couple month ago but I lost it and not sure if it still actual. Now my phone got very laggy and I get back to mind about upgrade. Please sorry if I am asking dumb things.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Method 2 then upgrade
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] Chucky5150:
Thank you guys! I just went through the steps and it worked! You guys just helped give my old phone some new life.
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] cubajean10:
was happy and dandy after upgrading to pg2 and on stock verizon deodexed, then upgraded to cm14, and wanted to go back to stock . I flash TWRP_Prepare_For_PD1_PF4_MM_To_MM.zip and reboot and get stuck on samsung logo custom android . is there a way to get back to a custom recovery twrp or ss? Do I just odin back, if so whats the quickest way to get back up?

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just reflashed twrp :P back to breaking my phone :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Glad you figured it out
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] cubajean10:
the only thing i haven't figured out is how to go back to your stock rom deodexed from cm14, whe ni flash it it gets stuck on the samsung logo
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] mrwoojoo:
Forgive a new user for asking a few questions?

I've resisted smart phones, but now am thrust into it. I am a hardcore pc geek, so of course I am piddling :)

I used odin and put twrp and maverick rom on a g900v straighttalk phone, messed with it quite a bit it to understand some stuff. I have a verizon g900v that I wanted to root and use twrp on. I have used kies to get the PG2 firmware (saved it from appdata while it updated), so I have what I would guess is a known good firmware/recovery image?

I tried bootloader with odin to use twrp latest, but it failed. odin found the device, but the .tar would not go on.

Here is the log

<ID:0/004> Added!!
<ID:0/004> Odin engine v(ID:3.1101)..
<ID:0/004> File analysis..
<ID:0/004> SetupConnection..
<ID:0/004> Initialzation..
<ID:0/004> Get PIT for mapping..
<ID:0/004> Firmware update start..
<ID:0/004> SingleDownload.
<ID:0/004> recovery.img
<ID:0/004> NAND Write Start!!
<ID:0/004> FAIL! (Auth)
<ID:0/004>
<ID:0/004> Complete(Write) operation failed.
<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

I read at the top that I have been warned about unlocking the phone. I am trying to make sure that is done. I do have CID of 15xxx....

My version is 6.0.1 kltevzw.

VRU2DPG2

bootloader says

prod name : sm-g900v

samsung official

system official

reactivation lock off

I have used search/google and looked at many threads. They are so ambiguous though especially as they started in 2014 and its late 2016 now.

I don't need to be handheld or expect anyone to do something for me. I am quite capable (I like to think anyway ;) ) of following a well written guide.

So, in order to "unlock" my verizon g900v galaxy s5 phone, in order to follow method 2 of this thread, what exactly should I be looking for or doing?

If anyone would care to help that is.

Thanks to whomever may take the time :)
[Verizon Galaxy S 5 Android Development] GeTex:
Literally follow what the OP says, you should be fine it's actually easy(assuming you have root already and safestrap)