yashsingh1/xdaforums huggingface dataset:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
Unfortunately pretty much all US Qualcomm based phone have a similar rooting method, eng-boot, script, no custom recovery, and some lag which comes along with it. If you're looking for real rooting, then maybe consider the global/international Exynos version of the phone which ends in <Model#>F, where you can have full custom recovery, Magisk etc. On top of it, the latest US phones such as the S10 series still don't have a viable root due to Samsung's heightened security... even flashing a combination firmware is a problem.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] wrigglevision:
Nowadays, apps are pretty thorough when checking for root, so this root gets in the way of login sometimes (for me, it was namely Snapchat and Qapital that closed their gates to me).
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
Screw those apps, if they don't play nice, they're not worth using. ;D

Some apps have a browser based version which works just fine even on rooted phones (for example Facebook Messenger. etc).

I rather have root than put up with a few apps which complain and fail run due to root... course to each their own. ;)

Basically none of the US phones have custom recovery, no Magisk, and no root hiding.

It's best to go with the global phones based on Exynos with unlocked bootloaders (usually "F" suffix in the model number)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] wattnxt:
Anyone have any luck with Verizon Update Build G930VVRUASCH1. Odin flash fails for the ENG-BOOT.

Any help would be appreciated.

Thanks.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] flyinhawaiian968:
Yep, looking for the same thing, have 3 930's, one rooted on v.4, the other two are on v.10 and unrootable so far. The two that won't pass have ACSH1 (on a G930V) and ACSF1 (on a G930U) for bootloaders.

Hell, I'd even be happy if I could do a temp root just to run Titanium Backup one time, just so I could freeze the updater and restore 5 or 6 apps with user data! If there's any way to do that, I'd be stoked! Tried Ice Box but no luck on restoring several apps, and its not able to freeze the system update app like I did with the rooted phone (that's still on 4BRC3).

Is anyone working on a v.10 root at the moment? I'd just put the two other phones on the side for a month or two if there is something in the works! :fingers-crossed:
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Drunkpilot:
I was able to root using the "SF1" Eng-Boot on the "SG1" firmware. I would think you could at least root the phone with the "SF1" firmware. Which Odin are you using? I've seen in other threads where it wouldn't pass on versions that weren't 3.13. Are you using the Odin that is in the V12 folder? Maybe try a different USB port or cord if you have tried the correct Odin version. Also, run Odin as administrator. Sorry, those are the only things I can think of to try.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] flyinhawaiian968:
YES!!! Its rooted now! the "Samsung_Security+OTA_Disabler_" file did the trick, along with Odin 3.13.1!!! So, just an official confirmation, root IS POSSIBLE on the G930U phones with an "A" bootloader variant, in my case (and for anyone else searching for my specific bootloader version) G930UUESACSF1 !

I'll try rooting my other S7 in the following week or two, that one has G930VVRUACSH1 for a bootloader. Need to back up my files/apps/settings before I wipe it out and do this install.

Thanks for the extra info on rooting this thing!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] manualmist:
What exactly were the steps to successfully rooting the 930U? My S7 was originally 930V but suddenly lost signal with the Mobile Radio Off and nothing out of 10 million things I've tried have fixed the issue. I flashed to 930U Baseband version is g930uuesacsi1 and was hoping to root. Every time I try using the Oreo ENG file with Odin 3.13 it fails

<ID:0/003> File analysis..

<ID:0/003> SetupConnection..

<ID:0/003> Initialzation..

<ID:0/003> Get PIT for mapping..

<ID:0/003> Firmware update start..

<ID:0/003> SingleDownload.

<ID:0/003> boot.img

<ID:0/003> RQT_CLOSE !!

<ID:0/003>

<ID:0/003> Complete(Write) operation failed.

<OSM> All threads completed. (succeed 0 / failed 1)

Can my phone be rooted and if so can you please tell me what I'm doing wrong
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
Start by flashing the entire "U" firmware not just the baseband, do a factory reset then follow these steps.

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=80698989&postcount=1781

If flashing the eng-boot still keeps failing then try this modded Odin (Odin3 v3.13.1_3B_PatcheD.zip)

https://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4446947&d=1521037501
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] manualmist:
Sorry for not clarifying but when I flashed I did flash all the U files in Odin (AP, BL, CP, and CSC) if Im missing anything as far as the flash please let me know. The version Im using downloaded from SamMobile is SM-G930U_2_20190916182327_7jcbor3vf0_fac It was Odin 3.13B patched that failed using the ENG files, I also tried PrinceComsyModifiedODIN without success. I did not have ADB debugging enabled and haven't tried Factory Resetting before trying to use the ENG file in Odin, nor did run the Samsung_Security+OTA_Disabler before trying. I will try that now and post back with my results

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It worked! I'm not sure what the issue was, does the ENG file provided by the OP differ from the one you uploaded? Following your directions exactly worked without an issue. URLs in post #1781 are broken, but I was able to locate the files ENG file in your AFH account.Thank you so much for the help!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
ADB debug doesn't matter during flashing, nor does the Security_OTA-Disabler make a difference (it's used to avoid the bootlooping after flashing the eng-boot for some people). But doing a full factory reset is always high recommended. ;)

When I read that you're getting an error flashing the eng-boot, I had the hunch that you're probably trying to flash the wrong version.

The OP is really old, and you have to match the eng-boot version (the 4th digit from the left to right) to your firmware version.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] wizzdome:
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thank you so much i was on the vvruacsf2 version of the verizon variant and the above engboot worked for me... fun fact... I did not even have to wipe... when phone booted back to recover i just wiped cache... good to go (also used no tweaks) thank you all so much for having this post for support i really thought i was not gonna see root again!!!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] bigalbklyn:
Hi Billa,

I'm trying to do this method but the link for the eng-boot file just goes to the Android File home page.

Could you please post the correct link?

Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] itstanner740:
HELP!!

Someone please help me figure out how to root my galaxy s7 g930a, it is att and stock everything, ive changed nothing, no root or rom or nothing... its updated to the latest update.. I have no idea, so explaining in detail would be very helpful. Last time i tried a bricked my old phone, i really need someone whos good at this to help me. Just reply or txt me 7406883229
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] softkey:
I have root on G935UUESACSI1, is there a way to load a custom ROM? FlashFire crushes, twrp can be installed?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Gaxx15:
Need help rooting s7 edge

Can someone help me root my s7 edge. I don't know what revision I'm on and my s7 seems weird. My model number is SM-G935F and my baseband is G935FXXS4ESD1. This is supposed to be an exynos phone, but the internals say something different. And when I put my phone in download mode it say SM-G935V which is Verizon. The bootloader is G935VVRS9CSB1 and on the back of the phone it says SM-G935F. Im confused and need help. Also I do have OEM unlocking as an option.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] muradak5545:
Any updated eng boot file for sm-g935v latest oreo 8.0 because when I try to Flash eng boot file this message appear..

SW REV CHECK FAIL :[boot] Fues 10 binary > 8

Because my phone bootloader is 10.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Drunkpilot:
There is a link on the previous page that has the eng-boot (version 10) for the 930 and 935 that was posted.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] muradak5545:
Dude I'm not a doveloper please can you share the link and explain please..

I'm currently

G935VVRUACSF2_G935VVZWACSF2_VZW_8.0

This my firmrware version
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Drunkpilot:
I don't know what your want explained? You said you tried an eng-boot that wasn't current. If you look back at the posts on the previous page of this thread, you will find the current eng-boot for your phone which you said was 935F. I really didn't think any of that was dev speak. After your download the eng-boot, just follow the instructions on the first page.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] muradak5545:
My phone is SM-G935V

and my phone software version is..

G935VVRUACSF2_G935VVZWACSF2_VZW_8.0_

Can you share the link for the latest eng boot file because when I click on the link it open the android file host Web site..

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Same hare..

Did you find the correct link for the file if did please share with me I'm also on same trouble..

Sorry for my bad English..
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Gaxx15:
I dont think I can root with this method. I tried all the firmware's, but it still says fail. I'm stuck on what to do

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On my phone screen it says [boot] fused 9 > binary 1
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
Start from scratch by first flashing it to the latest stock firmware (well almost the latest which is ACSI1)

G930U UESACSF1 v8.0.0

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117927497

G935U UESACSF1 v8.0.0

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117927499

Then follow these instructions to the letter, do not skip anything, do not get creative, otherwise it will fail!

This root should run on any bootloader A/10 firmware version (the unbranded "U" version is preferred)

First, always start with a factory reset in order to avoid any further issues.

Enable ADB Debugging and run this script before anything, in order to avoid the constant re-booting and OTA updates after flashing the eng-boot.

Samsung_Security+OTA_Disabler_(BillA_v2018-04-01).BAT

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=674106145207486974

Second, flash the eng-boot and let it sit there for about 30 minutes without touching the phone, then again enable ADB Debugging .

Samsung_G930x_QC_UVEACSF1_v8.0.0_Eng_Boot_Root_v20 19-06-04.TAR

ro.bootimage.build.fingerprint=samsung/heroqlteuc/heroqlteatt:8.0.0/R16NW/G930AUCEACSF1:eng/test-keys

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=1899786940962594014

Samsung_G935x_QC_UVEACSF1_v8.0.0_Eng_Boot_Root_v20 19-06-04.TAR

ro.bootimage.build.fingerprint=samsung/hero2qlteuc/hero2qlteatt:8.0.0/R16NW/G935AUCEACSF1:eng/test-keys

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=1899786940962594015

Third, run the https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603904440 file and follow the instructions in the OP.

If flashing the eng-boot still keeps failing then try this modded Odin (Odin3 v3.13.1_3B_PatcheD.zip)

https://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4446947&d=1521037501
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Drunkpilot:
It looks like you are using an older firmware version judging by the #9 in the error. This means you either need to find an eng-boot that is for the version #9 bootloader, or flash the updated version and follow the steps BillA outlined for you. We are currently in the A or 1O bootloader.

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It looks like you are using an older firmware version judging by the #9 in the error. This means you either need to find an eng-boot that is for the version #9 bootloader, or flash the updated version and follow the steps BillA outlined for you. We are currently in the A or 1O bootloader.

---------- Post added at 11:06 PM ---------- Previous post was at 11:05 PM ----------

It looks like you are using an older firmware version judging by the #9 in the error. This means you either need to find an eng-boot that is for the version #9 bootloader, or flash the updated version and follow the steps BillA outlined for you. We are currently in the A or 1O bootloader.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Haroon Virk01:
Plz guide me how to root my device!

I have converted G030V to 30U
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Haroon Virk01:
Hello !

I have a galaxy S7 SM-G930V (Verizon) which i have converted to SM-G930U!

Plz guide me how to root this device step by step! Will be appreciated! Thanks

Please help!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
It's easy as ... Eat, Sleep, Rave, Repeat ;D

https://xdaforums.com/showpost.php?p=80913763&postcount=1818
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] -=puma=-:
Hello, does KNOX work? To become 0x1?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] etcthunder:
Special Thanks!

I just wanted to thank everyone responsible for this thread, for the hard work and determined success. I have not kept up with XDA since way back when some of the first devices were listed on here. I was so happy to see it around when i came back looking to tinker around. Just fantastic work you guys do with getting these mods up and running so quickly after a patch.

Special thanks to [MENTION=293193]billa[/MENTION] for posting that V10 BL eng-boot. I spent so many hours searching on here before I found that, it was like Christmas on thanksgiving. Great job [MENTION=293193]billa[/MENTION] !
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
My pleasure sir.... sadly, it looks like the Qualcomm/Snapdragon S7 series will be one of the last Samsung flagships to get root on all firmware versions, since the S8's can only do it on some older versions via SamFail, and starting with the S9/S10/etc there's just no viable root available. It's GAME OVER!! ;D

No, it does not trip KNOX, since it's a signed factory kernel, and there's no custom recovery since the bootloader is locked.

And for those who keep asking "When will the bootloader unlock be available?" Put it to you this way, there has never been one on any QC device, and if that's any indication, probably there won't be one ever (unless you can magically solve a SHA 2048/4096 bit encryption, lol)

Those who are looking for root on the latest devices, including custom recovery, Magisk, Hide Root, etc., are better off purchasing the international/global version of Samsung devices who's model number usually ends in "F" (ex. G930F/G935F). ;)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
That's because you are trying to use a QUOTED post, which abbreviates the links a bit, thus the error.

Always use the original post, not the quoted one.

Anyway, here's a copy:

Start from scratch by first flashing it to the latest stock firmware (well almost the latest which is ACSI1)

G930U UESACSF1 v8.0.0

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117927497

G935U UESACSF1 v8.0.0

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=6006931924117927499

Then follow these instructions to the letter, do not skip anything, do not get creative, otherwise it will fail!

This root should run on any bootloader A/10 firmware version (the unbranded "U" version is preferred)

First, always start with a factory reset in order to avoid any further issues.

Enable ADB Debugging and run this script before anything, in order to avoid the constant re-booting and OTA updates after flashing the eng-boot.

Samsung_Security+OTA_Disabler_(BillA_v2018-04-01).BAT

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=674106145207486974

Second, flash the eng-boot and let it sit there for about 30 minutes without touching the phone, then again enable ADB Debugging .

Samsung_G930x_QC_UVEACSF1_v8.0.0_Eng_Boot_Root_v20 19-06-04.TAR

ro.bootimage.build.fingerprint=samsung/heroqlteuc/heroqlteatt:8.0.0/R16NW/G930AUCEACSF1:eng/test-keys

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=1899786940962594014

Samsung_G935x_QC_UVEACSF1_v8.0.0_Eng_Boot_Root_v20 19-06-04.TAR

ro.bootimage.build.fingerprint=samsung/hero2qlteuc/hero2qlteatt:8.0.0/R16NW/G935AUCEACSF1:eng/test-keys

https://androidfilehost.com/?fid=1899786940962594015

Third, run the https://www.androidfilehost.com/?fid=11410963190603904440 file and follow the instructions in the OP.

If flashing the eng-boot still keeps failing then try this modded Odin (Odin3 v3.13.1_3B_PatcheD.zip)

https://xdaforums.com/attachment.php?attachmentid=4446947&d=1521037501
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] -=puma=-:
I am interested in the KNOX counter not becoming 0x1?. Therefore, I asked. Since I need to make an LTE patch, but in order to remain able to use the Samsung Pay.

sorry my bad english
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Gaxx15:
Is there a way I can use xposed or suhide to play games like Mario Tart Tour?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] comptonhubbard:
is there anyway to unroot this after you've made your changes???
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
Unfortunately not having custom a recovery due to the locked bootloader, I don't believe you can install Xposed, but maybe someone might have a solution.

If that's what you're looking for, then your best option is to get the international model (G930F/G935F), which can be rooted via TWRP/Magisk, including Root Hide, etc.

Yes, simply flash it with a full stock firmware, which will fully unroot it just like you got it fresh out of the box.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] sitedude2019:
unroot

Hi I really appreciate you getting root for us on s7. My battery is kinda crap on my edge I rooted, seems to drain a lot faster now, works good on the regular s7 though. If I want to unroot it can i use SuperSU to unroot, and will that fix the battery drain? Thanks guys!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
The battery drain is caused by the eng-boot, so simply unrooting via SuperSu will not solve your battery issue. After unrooting, you need to also flash the stock boot.img file.

Using various kernel tweaks, it's possible to make the battery drain minimal, almost like stock. Keep in mind that the Qualcomm S7 is one of the last model which can be rooted on any firmware version.

The S8 only has root on certain firmware versions, and the battery can only be charged to 80%. There's no root for the S9 or the S10 series, so this is the end of the line for Qualcomm phones at this time till someone comes up with a clever solution, if ever at all.

So pick your poison. ;)
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Mrmousser:
Step 3??

Thank YOU!!! i'm having a little trouble with the last step 3? do we follow all the original OPs directions or do we only use root file?? If i read correctly we do all the steps over again?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
No you don't have to reflash it again with eng-boot etc, just run the root.bat and follow what the OP wrote about it.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] buzothug:
thank YOU so much!!! I have sm-g395p sprint ROOT!!!!!
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] TrantaLocked:
All I want to do is edit a few strings in the bluetooth stack on a T-Mobile S7 Snapdragon. Is there a way without root? Magisk can't be installed either as I've tried every way possible.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] billa:
None of the Qualcomm based US Samsungs can be bootloader unlocked, so your only option is via eng-boot root as outlines in this thread.

To change some Bluetooth setting without root, try an app called Shortcut Master (free version), tap the 3-dot menu on top, select Search, enter "bluetooth", tap search. There you'll find a list of Bluetooth activities which you can try one by one. Keep in mind that you can only run the ones which doesn't require root if you're not rooted.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] DragonFire1024:
Basic old activity launcher is pretty good as well. But you don't get to see all the options available using that. You can use activity runner (might be known now as activity manager?) also available in the play store.since you're not looking to use the route option you don't have to pay for that one and you get to see more options. If you use activity runner also note that you are also able to click on some of the red links. I'm not sure why they are red if some of them work.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] aaron2z:
1.) You can root. You would need systemless magisk. Flash the version of "eng-boot.tar" that matches your binary.

You can find out which binary you are in download mode. Download mode = phone off then (volume down & home & power at the same time for 3-5 seconds) ​

2.) Then flash eng-boot.tar in odin. You can find the version you need in this threads comments.

3.) Run the root.bat from the original post, by the time you're done you will have root. But this root method uses Systemless SuperSU not Magisk. If you wanted to experiment then you could modify the root.bat to use the systemless magisk module instead but no promises on that. You may just softbrick you're phone. I haven't tried systemless magisk to see if it works on a locked bootloader. Anyone know if it does?

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How did you achieve xposed without setting off the verification fail? I was working on this on the side and haven't managed to get xposed working yet. Also how do I get the safestrap working?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] gpz1100:
@aaron2z

Did something change with the eng-boot where the device does not get hot and experience lag (even more than than when not rooted)?

Please upload the v10 eng-boot. Thanks
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Drunkpilot:
I installed it through the Xposedinstaller_3.1.5.apk.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] aident72:
Thanks!

I had tried to do a root earlier and it was super complicated and made my phone reboot infinitely. This one was super simple and worked first try! I can finally make the root changes I want to without super complicated stuff. You're really a life saver.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] gpz1100:
^^Say what?
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] miko12312:
Look for official firmware of Android 10 with the oldest security update for the u firmware and flash you may need to flash the pit but your issue looks like your trying to install a firmware it can't take anymore

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You may also need a newer patched version of Odin asweell
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] Slade Hagler:
I'm already using the patched version of the latest Odin. And there is no official Android 10 firmware for the sm-g930u nor any other variant of the S7. Each Samsung device will get two major updates at most officially because Samsung doesn't have enough time or people to be constantly creating updates for EVERY phone they've ever made. So again I'm still stuck at the same point Ive been stuck at.
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] miko12312:
Meant Android 8
[Verizon Samsung Galaxy S7 Edge Guides, News, & Dis] :
is it possible to root g930v on v9 bootloader security patch level is march 2019