yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Whiteouttonight:
Combo for 892A

https://mega.nz/#!zUNh3AZQ!VmMFaz-GPhHWvM2nmaQ-qxJPPXkujh4R3GJLtnQo_dg

also here is Safetrap and TWRP for s8 Active just so you can get that out the way aswell.

https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s8/development/recovery-locked-nougat-7-0-safestrap-t3906209
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] electrify1:
the safe strap link doesnt work
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Whiteouttonight:
Wierd works for me even in the replied link from your post...

Either way is easy to find... It's just a link to an xda forum here, where a member has created the safestrap files you need for our S8 Actives

.here is a Pic of the page.

Just search on xda for the thread name at the top of the image. The links are there on his thread for Safestrap TWRP.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] AlphaEXZ:
Ok so i'm rather new at all this but i was able to follow all of the steps posted for rooting the G982A with a V5 bootloader and i believe everything has worked successfully, but i'm running into some problems that im not sure how to fix, if the need to be fixed, or is even possible to be fixed. I'm really sorry if all of this stuff is to be expected and im fretting over nothing but i'm fairly new like i said.

So for one, Apps cant gain root access and SuperSU keeps popping up a prompt that says "SU Binary occupied" when i click "how to solve" the website pops up a 502 bad gateway. Also googleing the problem told me to go into settings and try to reinstall superSU and after clicking that option it just sits on "uninstalling" for about 20 minutes without doing anything after which i closed it. i tried to uninstall it from apps but i only have a "disable" option. I have also tried the Switch superuser app" option to the same result. -this may be related but xposed framework version 89 is active, but says there is an update available but upon trying to download it i get "there was a problem parsing the package". there is a line at the bottom of the log 'cannot load any modules because ....... modules.list was not found' not sure if related or not.

Second, before rooting i made a backup of my phone on both google drive and samsung cloud however my phone was running android 9.0 and this root downgraded me to android 7.0, i'm seeing a lot of things on google saying i can't restore backups from newer versions, am i really SOL? Is there any way to update to a newer version of android and keep root, or is that impossible? Also im rooted, can't i just spoof my android version number to at least get my damned messages back? I don't even have the "cloud and backup" option in my settings menu, there is nothing listed in my settings that have a 'restore' option anywhere, even third party apps cant get my backup data off google drive.

OH and third, the Build number shows "2ARA1" when i used the V3 files from page1, is this normal? I find it very strange that the baseband and build numbers don't match.

I'm going to be attaching my about phone menu as well and hopefully that will be usefull to someone

[IMG="about-phone"]https://lh3.googleusercontent.com/KZve1m4nB5bX_I-tj7ERf4NPrg9QOJc1UTpKXq2Rwnv8A9l6fSV5ZvvWQ-nlFq1aVb-3rJPqDIAaWGmEznQNHkrb9Z-zRC4-V-SCYtDTiKwrEQbU24Las7TPSNSiht2QSDzR4VtCPtJZUqJ9Gnb_89sziU4YnfBiNU2wRCLfOy7iBXAeyw_AOxltvBRS398_Pog1ri4jKFK3D2v4K_SMThYmAqc80I6cn_R2GWqN62IETh2PP7CVAEj0OvzHJ-NUt0tweUhm86lwCAr7Eb4jeXyclsXtfzZSKeXsGgh249NyM7_lUCey1BK06MCgxyDSWREMD3sVluC_uMycGEhI_cen0EiPmefHN9TvjsP6vLOCHPaghAJTrf1odY_z6NakYI42E-JM8JgZgS_-_cZyqxbvz5605LBWnFu1V3QvvvxicpB3YThj0-qbZYE75dbK2xe5sm7X5eRUolLpAc0U2W57NzmKuCcSWgZNJH0nPy9UOUJe3mGkLM2aWFErb0hwZV3sFex9TXLIQHdVlOjLzHtGFI2-dadQHIp8luQ9VwePxk-Xto40GWWBjkva6HuwteQbzZjtoCDO-RCjjYcyhGLL3kDBK715uRa5WhrW_FBHS27NkvZLIgMTktzIpjaS3baMlg7TzssLx9Dffcvx4bsYFLzKH6g1o0IqMgdnXUeuvvsw4SfMKg=w364-h748-no[/IMG]
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] AlphaEXZ:
Ok so i attempted to just re-flash the part 1 and 2 of the V3 files and that put my device into a bootloop, for whatever reason i was not able to boot into recovery mode, after getting into the upload mode i tried the hold vol-down and pwr and once scren goes black switch to vol-up, bixby, and pwr but it would just stick on the "SAMSUNG GALAXY S8 ACTIVE" screen and never progress untill i let up at wich point it would just bootloop again. so i got into download mode and flash a stock image from post #186 at https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/sm-g892a-galaxy-s8-active-stock-odin-t3667204/page19 . at which point i started over and this time one the first boot after the steps i downloaded a root checker and everything worked as expected, last time i tried this i got past the initial setup and rebooted the phone before checking root privileges. maybe that did it, maybe not, idk.

However SuperSU still complains the SU binary needs to be updated and after having it attempt to install it (just using normal mode, i have not tried installing TWRP) it sits there for longer than the 5 mins it says so i just reboot and am ignoring it now.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] grzbieth:
trying to flash COMBINATION_FA70_G892USQU5ASD1 from firmwareX.net over G892USQS5BSE4 results in

SV REV CHECK FAIL: [abl]Fused 5 > Binary 4

such is life. I guess it was one update too far :)
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Yes. You are trying to flash older than on the device. Wont work for now at least
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] OperationA7X:
I've been trying to figure out what to do, everything is downgraded on my G892a and I can't seem to figure out how to get SafetyStrap to work right on my phone. I can't flash anything in TWRP because I can't get any method to work to get the /data partition to be decrypted/mounted. I've been trying to look for solutions, but I am stuck. Could anyone please help me? I am somewhat new to Samsung modding, but have modded HTCs all the time back in the day. So most instructions aren't confusing for me. I'm so lost. I just want root and the ability to flash things when needed.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] chutun:
New Fw G892AUCS5CSK1

G892AUCS5CSK1

http://4pda.ru/forum/index.php?showtopic=838605&st=5020

https://yadi.sk/d/RyL2viyttmMZ9w

& Combination File

https://rootwrp.com/samsung-galaxy-s8-active-sm-g892a-combination-firmware-file-adb-enable/
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] vvillvvorst1312:
Just wanted to come chime in. Spent a lot of time sorting through all of this info, and here is what worked for me:

I'm with a G892A on a V3 bootloader.

Followed all instructions to the T but kept getting various errors with the BL flashing. Fail, fail, fail. Eventually tried by flashing the PCR AP, and then the BL in this post https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=78765301&postcount=469

Seems to work fine. Bluetooth and wifi passwords were not saving upon reset like others mentioned, and I followed the instructions here

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=77101027&postcount=5

and the files...

Lib directory - http://www.mediafire.com/folder/dawhd511rzk41/lib

Lib64 directory - http://www.mediafire.com/folder/ezld25821h76t/lib64

So far so good.

I'll only update if I find any problems.

Thanks all!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Yea it's a xposed issue on the wifi Bluetooth. It had me all messed up for a while having a smartwatch needing to be reset nearly 3 times a day. Finally found those in the xposed GitHub
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] OperationA7X:
Wanted to update y'all, had to disable Google Play Store since it kept uninstalling SuperSU, and causing issues with root. Obviously can't install Magisk since locked bootloader, so no hide root function. Would love to be able to hide root from PoGo, Netflix, and Ingress Prime. 80% battery limit, but I actually got to 85% charge somehow. I'll post a screenshot. Other than that, Gravity Box works fine, and other mods. SafeStrap doesn't seem to fully implement, but it works for the most part. Can't really flash zips normally because of the ramdisk issue. I do have one weird problem that I can't seem to turn off: pressing the "Home" button while the screen is off. I can't find the settings to turn it off, I hate turning it on in my pocket. I did want to say thanks to the heroes who figured out the exploit and allowed us to root our devices finally. And I also wanna say f*** off to those who try to host the needed combination file for money. Once again, thanks! :D 80% battery doesn't bother me enough to warrant me freaking out. Although someday, it'd be nice to go back to 100%.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
I got a thread around here for a hacked up method to hit 100% search Google for s8 80% threshold and you should be able to find it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
https://xdaforums.com/galaxy-s8/how-to/wip-manual-charge-past-80-snap-dragon-t3918553
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] OperationA7X:
I decided to avoid the mod for 100% battery, seems too dangerous for me, especially since I don't have a wireless charger. Everything seems nice. I still have everything running smoothly, got Netflix to run on my phone finally, just had to rename the liboemcrypto file because deleting made it come back, if I recall. I'm so happy to have root.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Robborboy:
Pulled my S8 Active back out after a little bit of having it shelved and I see there have been new developments. Don't see anything knew in the OP past V3 but alot of posts in here for V4 and V5. I don't see a perfect match for my baseband though. I see a CK1 but mine is a CH1. I'm assuming it is earlier? If so do I just us the CK1 to flash over it? Specifically mine is a V5 as follows:

G892AUCS5CSH1.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
I dont think this is updated to even work on revision 5. 5th dig from far end is your bootloader build. You may be out of luck till it gets updated. But you would use what's in this post. If it is for rev 5
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Robborboy:
This specifically is what I was looking at. From what I gathered when flashing it left the V5 bootloader, downgraded it to 7.0, and provided root.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Yea that's what this method does. Uses the bootloader from the combination file which is 7.0 and permissive so we get root on 7.0 only. But I dont own this device. Just know the method real well. Didnt know if it had been updated for rev 5. The combination file comes in all rev but stays 7.0. This method was patched on the s8. But not the plus after rev 2
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] chicomostoc:
Any update for this version? G892AUCS5CSI3
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] arafaarslan:
Dear madscientist and partcyborg,

Firstly, I am very thankful for your kind work on this phone. I love it.

My mate got a new s8 active. Anyway to root g892aucs3brg1? I couldnt find a way to root these.

Should we expect v3 bl and ap?

I would also contribute in anyway I can.

Thanks.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
All cyborg mate. I just try to help and answer people with what i know. I can't remember where in this thread. But I'm pretty sure bootloader 3 is ther last one that can be done. Perhaps if i recall start reading around post 500 or so to 600. I can't remember. It's been a while. I never had this device. It's just the same nearly add s8s

---------- Post added at 07:44 AM ---------- Previous post was at 07:40 AM ----------

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=75521999&postcount=2

Guys where having trouble. Read like I said staying around post 500 or so for fixes but there's the bootloader you can use the ap from 2 to root

---------- Post added at 07:44 AM ---------- Previous post was at 07:44 AM ----------

It's a hot mess on active model
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] OperationA7X:
All right, so I've had this bug for a while, but not sure if it's just me or if it's a known issue. But my phone is the SM-G892A, rooted with the combination file. Love it, minus the Bluetooth issue (but I know there's a fix, I'm just lazy to get it done), however, every so often, I'd say around once a week, maybe less, my phone crashes hard and ends up in Upload Mode. Since I obviously can't take a screenshot, I wrote it down what I saw.

Substation Crash: Modem

File: lte_LL1_fifo.c

Line: 201

Task: LFW_PDCCH_PROC0

HW: 2.1

Micron

Severity: Fatal

Next time it happens, I'll get more info if needed. What could be causing such a fatal issue?

Also, my phone will randomly not let me send SMS, even with default APN settings sometimes, tried different apps, fiddled around with the *#*#*4636#*#* settings, and nothing. Data works, can call out and receive calls, can receive SMS, but can't send SMS, but can receive MMS and send MMS. Did reboot, cleared /cache and /dalvik-cache, booted into Safe Mode, used Airplane Mode to toggle my radio on and off.

Thanks for reading my essay. If you need more info or any ideas of what I can do, I'd appreciate it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
It's the modem crashing. Once a week isn't bad. I've had it happen like 30 times a day once. It's cause by most of the time like random signal like swapping from lte to 3g. Or back. Things like radio switcher and lte only can help.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Cặc Lồn:
Dear all, does any one have files for V6 bootloader? I had upgraded the android 9 and now I can not go down :crying::crying:
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
I dont think they are out. But all you can do any ways instal the factory combination rom which is not usable. You are stuck on 9
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] S8Activelopers:
READ THIS REGARDING BL3 (Revision 3)

If anyone needs help rooting G892A Bootloader 3 I have basically mastered it to the T. Can make a tutorial on it for BL3. Also have links to BL3 Firmware that ive been using. I may consider making a video on it if people need.

Also have safestrap version of TWRP on my phone. The only issue is only the stock slots work so you cant use Stock Slot 1, 2, 3, etc. But its still useful.

Does anyone have a working method to get Magisk on this phone through TWRP? Im having issues and I want to develop a way to get Magisk on this phone but im having issues.

*Any help from anyone with direction on getting magisk on this phone would be a huge help!* *Is it even possible??*
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] binvius:
Greetings from England and hope everyone is looking forward to a lovely weekend!

Firstly, thankyou so much to [MENTION=8360749]partcyborg[/MENTION] for all their hard work in making so many people happy and people like [MENTION=5759239]TheMadScientist[/MENTION] for helping so many users.

Having read through the thread a few times again, I have a very quick question if anyone would be kind enough to help. After over 82 hours, 6 cables and 20 USB ports over 3 machines, I finally managed to get the device re-rooted again having been happily rooted with this since the beginning as per my previous post here. (I'm guessing the difficulty getting into recovery may be due to the process corrupting the cache but sadly the cache formatter is only included in the V3 files and not in the V2 ones.)

Upon device purchase, I was originally on bootloader revision 2 on a G892A so reverted to that stock BL, AP, CP, CSC before using partcyborg's V2 files again but despite the OP showing G892A-2ARA1, my device is now showing as SM-G892U / G892AUCU1AQG5

I was under the assumption that it was impossible to downgrade a bootloader revision version so was hoping someone may be able to to confirm if something has gone wrong during my attempts or if there were any user impacting differences between the V1 and V2 files? (Also, does anyone know if there are that many performance/battery saving differences between these newer V2 files compared to the original V2 ones from the threads inception?)

One example being, it would appear this V1 G892U version I've unexpectedly ended up on only has a maximum 30 minute lockscreen timeout option compared to the previous version having 1 hour, so if I can get to that, I'd be a much happier bunny. (In light of bootloader versions, does anyone know if their are any penalties/benefits going to V3? I'm an extremely heavy Tasker user so OS 7 is ideal but not sure if V3 puts me on OS 7.1, etc?)

Regarding the strange bootloader downgrade and if it makes any difference, once back on fresh stock, the only way I could get into recovery was to flash Part1 -> Part2 -> Part1, all with no nand wipe so not sure if that's caused an issue.

I guess the only way of determining if the OP files are correctly labeled is from partcyborg but not sure if they still look at this thread so would welcome absolutely anyones input as well so as to save me wasting a valuable week re-customising the device unnecessary.

Thank you greatly in advance!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ersatz.feign:
I think a tutorial and/or video would help out hundreds and hundreds of users now and in the future so that is a very nice thing for you to do for the community. It would definitely help me out if I decide to go to version 3 sooner.

Once on version 3, I would definitely be willing to help out in any way I can in testing any methods we come up with to also get Magisk working but in the meantime, will keep a lookout for for your tutorial.

Good for you!
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Hard to say mate. I can tell you downgrade between revisions is not possible. On the lock screen I don't use one so I don't even know. I'm sure the files are labeled properly. The root for this device has been real iffy at best. V3 is also 7.0. No 7.1 came out for us. You might look I to this new method for the regular so syndycate rom setup. Might be easier for you to use it.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] jgdjd:
my baseband say g892aucu5csf8 help me
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] dharmapunk206@gmail.com:
I am on the same phone. Unfortunately from my research which has been incredibly extensive has lead to nothing for our bootloader.

If I'm wrong is be so happy to be corrected... But I've not just researched, I've also tried all sorts of methods and done everything I could to obtain root access and I've gotten nowhere

Good luck tho man
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] wayne64ss:
I could definitely use a walkthrough on Bootloader 3. I pm'd you.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
This guy hasn't been active in over a month. You'll probably want to look on farther or elsewhere for a guide. He probably won't answer back anytime soon
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] alphabitssoup:
Is this guide still relevant in may of 2020? If so, is it still running nougat? Is there an Oreo or Pie update?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Any root on s8 will always be nougat. Never will be 8 or 9. and it is not active past a revision 3 or 4 bootloader. Which by now is way past too.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] alphabitssoup:
Ok, is there any development still being done for this device?

I'm trying to add network bands, but the guide I'm following says I need ROOT, and CFW.

I'm on bootloader 5 with g892a
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] chutun:
G892aucs5ctc1

G892AUCS5CTC1

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1mYlOlhlmnQgyHY3df8bHKemoGDSey2Z-/view
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Quoted the wrong person mate.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] OperationA7X:
I thought you couldn't put Magisk on this phone because of the fact that we don't have access to/can't edit the ramdisk?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] chompie1337:
There’s temp root for Oreo that I developed and tested. Idk if that helps anybody.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Cwcarroll:
Firmware version

What if my bootloader version is 5?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] ultimo123:
So there is zero chance to get root on android 9?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] cgsjr:
I am really hopeful that someone will continue trying to unlock this bootloader.

Currently I have an SM-G892U from T-Mobile, (G892USQS6CTB2 -March 1, 2020).

I would love to keep it going as long as my previous Galaxy S5, (still supported by LineageOS).

Does anyone know the odds of that happening?

Thanks for any info.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
Not gonna happen mate. If it does more than likely years and years down the line. None of the developers really ever supported the active models. they where always different and few people actually own them
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Whiteouttonight:
Just returned my My G892A to stock G892AUCS2ARA1 and out of the bootloop, after trying rigorously to get this installed . Used Regular Odin as Prince Comsey version would fail when i would try to install the stock files for this device using comsey.

I tried more times than I can count to get this root to work but never could however, Wish I knew why? I followed directions to a T... redownladed files fresh a few times, tried many cables, 3 PCs(Desktop,Thin client and Laptop) in every USB2.0 port and even USB3 Ports to give it shot. Always the same outcome as the initial try. Any ideas anyone?

Edit: Before anyone misunderstands the above: I never used regular Odin to try to install the OPS files...only to get the stock firmware back on my device to correct bootlooping. FRP LOCK is on would this be a cause?
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
No oem unlock is why frp is on no issue there just remember password

To flash this rom you use comsy. And it will show fails. If you follow the guide it does explain this. Best advice is to ignore most errors and proceed to the next step. Unless a secure boot fail in odin
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Whiteouttonight:
Just tired again... 100% by what what I've been told previously and curently. 100% same outcome. Guess I'll wait till I find more cables to try.

I've Done this is multitudes of times, as explained in my last 4 post. Guess I'll have to pass on this for now. Thanks guys.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] daffyduckad6:
Whiteouttonight, I had a similar problem. Try flashing the combination firmware before starting the instructions. I was able to flash part 1 when I had the combination firmware installed when I entered download mode.

See the post by NeoWave in Guides and Discussions in another thread by the same OP.

I downloaded the combination files and flashed them before starting the instructions.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] sweetfreeze:
Sorry for the off-topic comment but where did you guys actually buy this thing? I can't find any real-looking listings for the unlocked version
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Saythis:
I'm pretty sure they're only available from AT&T and T-Mobile.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] Pjs187:
When I flashed this it failed on the ap flash and I had to manually reboot into download mode again then I flashed the bl part anyway, then went back to dl mode flashed ap file again and it worked that time, then I just followed the instructions flashed bl again and everything worked.
[Samsung Galaxy S8 ROMs, Kernels, Recoveries, & Oth] TheMadScientist:
So you guys know the AP will fail everytime no matter what but this is ok.... The files are written...