Root Galaxy Note N7100 2 on XXDMF3 Official Android 4.1.2 Firmware [GUIDE] - IBTimes.co.uk

Root Galaxy Note N7100 2 on Android 4.1.2 XXDMF3 Official Firmware

Galaxy Note N7100 2 recently received its latest official firmware, Android 4.1.2 XXDMF3 Jelly Bean, from Samsung. Root access to the device will be lost after updating the device to the new official firmware.

It is Necessary to re-root the device in order to regain full system access and be bootable to install third-party apps root, custom ROMs and latest system tweaks. IBTimes UK brings you an easy step-by-step guide to root the Galaxy Note 2 via ODIN flash tool.

One noteworthy feature of this tool is rooting it not only enable block root access on the device, but usefull installs ClockworkMod recovery with it. So, there is no need to separately install CWM recovery before rooting the device.

IBTimes UK That reminds its readers it will not be held Liable for any device damage during or after firmware installation. Users are advised to proceed at Their Own Risk.

Pre-Requisites

• The CWM 6 rooting tool and instructions provided are limited to 2 Galaxy Note N7100 model. Verify device model number by navigating to Settings> About Phone.
• Back up data and settings recommended using custom recovery tool zoals ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP, as data wiping process is mandatory in this tutorial.
• Download and install correct USB drivers for Galaxy Note N7100 2 on your computer.
• Ensure USB debugging mode is enabled on phone by navigating to Settings> Applications> Development or Settings> Developer Options.
• Double-check the device has at least 80% battery charge to preventable unexpected device shutdown (due to battery drain) while installing ROM.

How to Root Galaxy Note N7100 2 on Android 4.1.2 XXDMF3 Jelly Bean Official Firmware

Step 1 -. Download CWM 6 rooting tool for N7100XXDMF3 firmware to your computer and extract the zip file

Step 2 – Download ODIN v3.07 Which is needed to root XXDMF3 official firmware on your phone

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Step 3 – Power off the phone and boot it into Download Mode . To do so, press and hold the Volume Down , Home and Power buttons together until the Samsung logo or red and yellow text appears on screen.

Step 4 -. Launch ODIN on your computer and connect your phone to it, while the phone is still in Download Mode

Step 5 – When the phone connects successfully, one of the ID: COM boxes will turn yellow with the corresponding COM port number thing. This process May take some time. So, leave it alone.

Step 6 – Select the file that needs to be flashed or installed on your phone. This file is obtained from the extracted file in Step 1.

• Click PDA checkbox and select the file CWM6-root note2.tar.md5 .

Step 7 – In ODIN, Ensure Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options are selected.

Step 8 – Click Start button in ODIN and complete root installation process will start, Which would take just a few minutes to

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Step 9 – Once the root installation is completed, your phone will reboot into Recovery Mode automatically and install the root package files. At this point, your device ID:. Usefull COM box will turn green displaying a PASS message

Step 10 – Finally, when the home screen appears, disconnect the phone from computer

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NOTE: If the device fails to boot into Recovery Mode automatically (as Given in Step 10) and root your device, then repeat the entire procedure from start

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OPTIONAL: If the issue still persists, repeat the entire tutorial, but make surethat “Auto Reboot” option is NOT checked in ODIN. Then after installation (Step 9), do the following:

Step 11 – Remove the battery to Power OFF the phone force fully

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Step 12 – Boat (turn ON your phone) by pressing Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together to enter Recovery Mode manually. This will initiate the process root install on your phone.

2 Samsung Galaxy Note N7100 is now rooted on Android 4.1.2 XXDMF3 official firmware. Check for the SuperSU app in your apps list to verify.

To Ensure the root package is installed correctly and working, verifydata with Root Checker app.

[Source: Android Team]

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