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[Q][Need Help] Phone Won't Boot Past Splash Screen

So I was running Slimbean 6.2 weekly with ktoonez 6.8 kernel and decided to go into recovery (CWM Touch 6.0.3) to fix permissions and clear cache since I was having some battery drain issues. After I hit fix permissions it started to do so and then all of a sudden my phone rebooted and gets stuck at the splash screen. Went back into recovery to try and fix permissions again same thing happens. Tried clearing cache and doing a normal reboot still stuck at splash screen. I tried doing a factory reset but it keeps rebooting right when it gets to formatting data. So essentially I can do anything aside from format data so I am guessing there's some corrupt file there that's keeping me from formatting it. I've tried installing different ROM's that I have on my SD card but they always get stuck at the splash screen. Doing a restore doesn't work as once it gets to restoring data the phone reboots. I checked report error or something along those lines in CWM Advanced and it said can't format /emmc which I'm not sure what that means.
I've looked around but haven't been able to find any information on how to fix this. Any help on this would be greatly appreciated.

Ok go into CWM wipe cache, wipe dalvik and do factory reset. Then flash any rom which you have on your phone storage. Does this work?
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edfunkycold said:
Ok go into CWM wipe cache, wipe dalvik and do factory reset. Then flash any rom which you have on your phone storage. Does this work?
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nope it keeps rebooting when CWM goes to wipe data

Start from scratch. Install 4.1.2 Stock and flash ROM of your choice.

xxStarbucksxx said:
Start from scratch. Install 4.1.2 Stock and flash ROM of your choice.
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i've already tried flashing different roms, which i can install but they all get stuck at the splash screen for that ROM.

thearch1tect said:
i've already tried flashing different roms, which i can install but they all get stuck at the splash screen for that ROM.
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You never mentioned you started over by installing 4.1.2 Stock and then tried flashing ROM again, only that you went into recovery numerous times. Download Mode and Odin to Stock is what I was getting at. Then... Flashing 4.2.2
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That should clear out any and all corrupted files.

xxStarbucksxx said:
You never mentioned you started over by installing 4.1.2 Stock and then tried flashing ROM again, only that you went into recovery numerous times. Download Mode and Odin to Stock is what I was getting at. Then... Flashing 4.2.2
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Ah I'm sorry, misunderstood what you were referring to. I haven't used Odin since I first rooted the phone a year ago. I imagine its rather self explanatory to use ?

thearch1tect said:
Ah I'm sorry, misunderstood what you were referring to. I haven't used Odin since I first rooted the phone a year ago. I imagine its rather self explanatory to use ?
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Indeed it is.

thearch1tect said:
Ah I'm sorry, misunderstood what you were referring to. I haven't used Odin since I first rooted the phone a year ago. I imagine its rather self explanatory to use ?
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Even better, download one of the Odin 1-clicks. Connect your phone, open the 1-click and stand back while it does its magic.
EDIT: Here http://rwilco12.com/Files/Devices/S...ooted/SPH-L710_MD4_1130792_Rooted_Restore.exe
Click that and it will start downloading. When it's finished, connect your phone while in download mode and then run the .exe
Step 2: Profit

Indeed. Odin One Click is another, and better, alternative.

CNexus said:
Even better, download one of the Odin 1-clicks. Connect your phone, open the 1-click and stand back while it does its magic.
EDIT: Here http://rwilco12.com/Files/Devices/S...ooted/SPH-L710_MD4_1130792_Rooted_Restore.exe
Click that and it will start downloading. When it's finished, connect your phone while in download mode and then run the .exe
Step 2: Profit
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xxStarbucksxx said:
Indeed. Odin One Click is another, and better, alternative.
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downloading now to give it a shot, thanks for the quick replies

so I used the one click odin file but it didn't do anything that I can tell. All it seemed to do was check the md5 sum which came back successful and thats it. Do I need a stock rom file as well with this? Sorry for the noob questions
edit: nevermind, I didn't realize I needed to have odin up and running before connecting the phone, doh

the one click odin file worked! thank you so much for the quick replies and helping me out!
edit: this means I need to go back through the rooting process is that right?

thearch1tect said:
the one click odin file worked! thank you so much for the quick replies and helping me out!
edit: this means I need to go back through the rooting process is that right?
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Negative. You're rooted. Just on stock. I'd redownload all files you want to flash to be on the safe side.

thearch1tect said:
the one click odin file worked! thank you so much for the quick replies and helping me out!
edit: this means I need to go back through the rooting process is that right?
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Most of the time yes. Just check if you have root if not just re root the phone and welcome back!
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thearch1tect said:
the one click odin file worked! thank you so much for the quick replies and helping me out!
edit: this means I need to go back through the rooting process is that right?
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Most of the time yes. Just check if you gave root if not just re root the phone and welcome back!
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xxStarbucksxx said:
Negative. You're rooted. Just on stock. I'd redownload all files you want to flash to be on the safe side.
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roger that, thanks again

edfunkycold said:
Most of the time yes. Just check if you have root if not just re root the phone and welcome back!
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Most of the time yes. Just check if you gave root if not just re root the phone and welcome back!
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thank you once again for your help! now i can breathe a little easier lol

thearch1tect said:
roger that, thanks again
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10-4. No problem. Over and out.

xxStarbucksxx said:
10-4. No problem. Over and out.
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Lol

please help! just got it tried rooting possibly bricked?!

I've owned 3 Samsung devices and never had an issue. I downloaded the cf auto root and tried flashing it as instructed through Odin 3. I had already installed twrp before all this. It wasn't rooting properly and now it won't boot and isn't recognized in Odin anymore and I can't get into twrp. Please help!

Not being recognized... When I power it down it just keeps trying to boot bit won't go past the Samsung screen am I F'ed?!

RussellEstridge25 said:
Not being recognized... When I power it down it just keeps trying to boot bit won't go past the Samsung screen am I F'ed?!
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dont you still have TWRP installed?
Can you get in TWRP?
Try to hold power button until it turns off. Then turn it back on
PS: OFF TOPIC:
You can root using TWRP, I was able to root mine. I think thats in the advanced settings option

RussellEstridge25 said:
I've owned 3 Samsung devices and never had an issue. I downloaded the cf auto root and tried flashing it as instructed through Odin 3. I had already installed twrp before all this. It wasn't rooting properly and now it won't boot and isn't recognized in Odin anymore and I can't get into twrp. Please help!
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How did you install TWRP before you obtained root?

kkretch said:
How did you install TWRP before you obtained root?
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Used the gooim app. I actually got it booted now. Left in the charger for a while and tried Odin avian and it surprisingly recognized it. And oddly enough... Now I'm rooted. But now I wanna know how to go back completely stock and wipe the flash count. Any advice?

RussellEstridge25 said:
Used the gooim app. I actually got it booted now. Left in the charger for a while and tried Odin avian and it surprisingly recognized it. And oddly enough... Now I'm rooted. But now I wanna know how to go back completely stock and wipe the flash count. Any advice?
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You can not remove the warranty bit 1 count.

kkretch said:
You can not remove the warranty bit 1 count.
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You serious? So its warranty broken for good? You don't think anyone will ever find a way?

Never had a samsung hold that count. Never seen warranty bit count either tho. Should have read up more. Dumb move. So is it possible to indoor for ota?

RussellEstridge25 said:
You serious? So its warranty broken for good? You don't think anyone will ever find a way?
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It has to do with a new security feature "Knox"

kkretch said:
It has to do with a new security feature "Knox"
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Oh well. Wish I woulda known that. No one to blame but myself. Hope nothing happens to it.

RussellEstridge25 said:
Never had a samsung hold that count. Never seen warranty bit count either tho. Should have read up more. Dumb move. So is it possible to indoor for ota?
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I think you can get them if you install stock recovery.
Check out the CF-AUTO Root posts http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490805 Rooting Instructions
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RussellEstridge25 said:
Oh well. Wish I woulda known that. No one to blame but myself. Hope nothing happens to it.
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It has been rumored that Samsung will not warrant the device if it is bricked but if the power button breaks they would most likely repair it.

kkretch said:
I think you can get them if you install stock recovery.
Check out the CF-AUTO Root posts http://forum.xda-developers.com/showthread.php?t=2490805 Rooting Instructions
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It has been rumored that Samsung will not warrant the device if it is bricked but if the power button breaks they would most likely repair it.
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Tried but fails. I'm afraid to do anything now

kkretch said:
How did you install TWRP before you obtained root?
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install using odin if you dont have root

Rooting device
Hi
I dont know what really happen to your device but here some things that might help.
1. Get the latest twrp zipfile should be 2.6.3
2. Unpack in a New directory on your PC - in this directory should be 2 files - one ODIN and one TWRP
3. Use the ODIn in that new directory only this Odin version will work.
4 load the TWRP file into ODIN
5 The only Oding Setting which should be changed is the Auto Re-Boot Option switch it off.
6 Than start the Load Process be patient can Take up to 6 Min.
This works i did it myself if any further question feel free to ask - ih this has helped a thanks would be nice-
Good Luck

FSkyman said:
Hi
I dont know what really happen to your device but here some things that might help.
1. Get the latest twrp zipfile should be 2.6.3
2. Unpack in a New directory on your PC - in this directory should be 2 files - one ODIN and one TWRP
3. Use the ODIn in that new directory only this Odin version will work.
4 load the TWRP file into ODIN
5 The only Oding Setting which should be changed is the Auto Re-Boot Option switch it off.
6 Than start the Load Process be patient can Take up to 6 Min.
This works i did it myself if any further question feel free to ask - ih this has helped a thanks would be nice-
Good Luck
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Already got it all squared away but ty
Make sure to watch the sunset at least once a day

Wait so you could install twrp using gooim app? No computer needed
? I have a Mac and can't root
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tylerholbrook said:
Wait so you could install twrp using gooim app? No computer needed
? I have a Mac and can't root
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Nope. Twrp never actually installed using gooim. I used Odin instead

[SOLVED][ROOT][DRIVERS] Drivers Aren't Working After Rooted

Hi Guys
After I've rooted the phone I can't open the Camera, I can't Transfer files from PC through USB, I can't Turn on the Bluetooth...Etc
Please help me on this issues like are there a way to install drivers or anything?
Thanks in advance
GT-N7100
4.4.2

Help pls!

Yes. you need Odin.
If you want install TWRP and flash some of the ROMs on xda.
http://www.twrp.me
Else install Odin on your PC and flash firmware.
http://www.sammobile.com

Option58 said:
Yes. you need Odin.
If you want install TWRP and flash some of the ROMs on xda.
http://www.twrp.me
Else install Odin on your PC and flash firmware.
http://www.sammobile.com
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Thanks for replying about flashing ROMs will that erase my data?

mohdhasan3 said:
Thanks for replying about flashing ROMs will that erase my data?
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Yes., unfortunately. Don't know about Odin.

Option58 said:
Yes., unfortunately.
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............. Ok thanks for everything simple and fast and hopefully works! Thanks

mohdhasan3 said:
............. Ok thanks for everything simple and fast and hopefully works! Thanks
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It will work. Don't worry.
Next time you root install TWRP using Odin and flash SuperSU.zip
If you want to mess with your device and be safe TWRP is the key.

Option58 said:
It will work. Don't worry.
Next time you root install TWRP using Odin and flash SuperSU.zip
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YES SIR! If only I got it early T_T

@Option58 But wait what about that Auto Root I used CFAuto Root is it ok? its intalled through Odin v3.07 through PDA button.
This is the site
https://autoroot.chainfire.eu/

mohdhasan3 said:
@Option58 But wait what about that Auto Root I used CFAuto Root ig is it ok?
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I don't know what that is, sorry. But I just told you the best way.
If you want to root select flash zip and UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip.
Just install TWRP and everything will be super easy and safe.
Through Odin. https://dl.twrp.me/t03g/twrp-3.0.2-0-t03g.img.tar
But now that you are deleting data (if you are) I recommend just flashing either Eclipse v9 (That is Touchwiz KitKat) or Nougat AOSP based ROM Cyanogenmod 14.1. Samsung unchanged is very outdated and bad in 2016.

Option58 said:
I don't know what that is, sorry. But I just told you the best way.
If you want to root select flash zip and UPDATE-SuperSU-v2.46.zip.
Just install TWRP and everything will be super easy and safe.
Through Odin. https://dl.twrp.me/t03g/twrp-3.0.2-0-t03g.img.tar
But now that you are deleting data (if you are) I recommend just flashing either Eclipse v9 (That is Touchwiz KitKat) or Nougat AOSP based ROM Cyanogenmod 14.1. Samsung unchanged is very outdated and bad in 2016.
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Hmmm could explain to me how to flash a ROM again in small details hehe.... I've TWRP installed latest version ig. Thanks!

mohdhasan3 said:
Hmmm could explain to me how to flash a ROM again in small details hehe.... I've TWRP installed latest version ig. Thanks!
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Just go to TWRP and everything will be super easy then. I'll guide you. First make a backup in TWRP. Only of EFS since the rest is already broken now. You actually won't lose your pictures and movies, just apps and settings. Now do you want ROM that is perfectly stable Samsung TouchWiz Android 4.4 like you had before (this is already rooted ). Or do you want Android 5.1 AOSP, which is something totally different? (I heard that on is the best AOSP for N7100)? Myself I am on AOSP.

Option58 said:
Just go to TWRP and everything will be super easy then. I'll guide you. First make a backup in TWRP. Only of EFS since the rest is already broken now. You actually won't lose your pictures and movies, just apps and settings. Now do you want ROM that is perfectly stable Samsung TouchWiz Android 4.4 like you had before (this is already rooted ). Or do you want Android 5.1 AOSP, which is something totally different.
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Wait can I go further than the official v4.4.2? Like going to v6.0 maybe?!

mohdhasan3 said:
Wait can I go further than the official v4.4.2? Like going to v6.0 maybe?!
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Actually, you can go to Android 7.1. But that is BETA version, 5.1 is stable. I think users with 7.1 are facing random reboots.

Option58 said:
Actually, you can go to Android 7.1. But that is BETA version, 5.1 is stable.
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OH MY GODDNESS!!!!! WOOOWWWW!!!! 0O0

What's the difference if it was a beta?

mohdhasan3 said:
OH MY GODDNESS!!!!! WOOOWWWW!!!! 0O0
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So you want that or...?
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What's the difference if it was a beta?
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They are facing random reboots I think...

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So you want that or...?
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They are facing random reboots I think...
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Tough call.... hmmmm DAMMIT LETS DO THE BETA!!!

mohdhasan3 said:
Tough call.... hmmmm DAMMIT LETS DO THE BETA!!!
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Alright. It's not a call at all as you can switch and choose what you like the most
Are you able to go to TWRP? Backup everything first.

Option58 said:
Alright. It's not a call at all as you can switch and choose what you like the most
Are you able to go to TWRP? Backup everything first.
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OMG 0_0 u should teach me that pls after we're done ok

So do I need to Factory Reset in order to Root my Note 4 on 6.0.1?

Is it mandatory that I do this, I am not trying to lose all of my settings and apps.

Knowledgelife said:
Is it mandatory that I do this, I am not trying to lose all of my settings and apps.
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ummm you cant root from 6.0.1. has to be rooted on 5.1.1 then safe upgraded

mojoswagger1980 said:
ummm you cant root from 6.0.1. has to be rooted on 5.1.1 then safe upgraded
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I know, when I switch to 5.1.1 it gets stuck in a boot loop. Do I have to factory reset in order to go to 5.1.1?

Knowledgelife said:
I know, when I switch to 5.1.1 it gets stuck in a boot loop. Do I have to factory reset in order to go to 5.1.1?[/QUOTE
No, you should be using odin to get to 5.1.1. Make sure ypu uncheck reboot after flash and power the phone all the way down (go ahaead pull battery) and the power uP. If you dont power cycle flash doesnt take.
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Knowledgelife said:
I know, when I switch to 5.1.1 it gets stuck in a boot loop. Do I have to factory reset in order to go to 5.1.1?[/QUOTE
No, you should be using odin to get to 5.1.1. Make sure ypu uncheck reboot after flash and power the phone all the way down (go ahaead pull battery) and the power uP. If you dont power cycle flash doesnt take.
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If you were unlocking the device (got twrp installed and supersu) and its looping the u just need flash any PERMISSIVE compatible kernel.
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Knowledgelife said:
I know, when I switch to 5.1.1 it gets stuck in a boot loop. Do I have to factory reset in order to go to 5.1.1?[/QUOTE
No, you should be using odin to get to 5.1.1. Make sure ypu uncheck reboot after flash and power the phone all the way down (go ahaead pull battery) and the power uP. If you dont power cycle flash doesnt take.
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mojoswagger1980 said:
If you were unlocking the device (got twrp installed and supersu) and its looping the u just need flash any PERMISSIVE compatible kernel.
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I did use odin, but after I installed the 5.1.1 and tried to start my phone, it just kept staying in the boot loop. So I had to re-instlal 6.0.1 in order to get back on my phone.
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Knowledgelife said:
mojoswagger1980 said:
Knowledgelife said:
I know, when I switch to 5.1.1 it gets stuck in a boot loop. Do I have to factory reset in order to go to 5.1.1?[/QUOTE
No, you should be using odin to get to 5.1.1. Make sure ypu uncheck reboot after flash and power the phone all the way down (go ahaead pull battery) and the power uP. If you dont power cycle flash doesnt take.
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I did use odin, but after I installed the 5.1.1 and tried to start my phone, it just kept staying in the boot loop. So I had to re-instlal 6.0.1 in order to get back on my phone.
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hmmm could have been alot of things. Maybe just a corrupt flash or dm verity fail . Or it could be somthing as simple as failing to power down immediatly after flashing. Part of the unlock process causes loop but not on verizon screen it does it after galaxy note 4 screen. if you flashed the firmware with the 6.0.1 bootloader but the 5.1.1 firmware and you werenot unlocked might do that. Ummm yeah man its totally possible to get back to 5.1.1 still . If i was you id double check all the files you flashed making sure its not your bad. Then id check the firmware i flashed making sure its metadata checksum is what its supposed to be . or you could always stay put at marshmellow ....its not the worse possible outcome nor is it the best . up to you, it gets easier with practice . I had the note 3 too exact same procedure so it feels easy because ive done it alot. The first time is a sketchy nerve racking nightmare and i wouldnt blame ya if ya backed off the unlock.
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mojoswagger1980 said:
Knowledgelife said:
mojoswagger1980 said:
hmmm could have been alot of things. Maybe just a corrupt flash or dm verity fail . Or it could be somthing as simple as failing to power down immediatly after flashing. Part of the unlock process causes loop but not on verizon screen it does it after galaxy note 4 screen. if you flashed the firmware with the 6.0.1 bootloader but the 5.1.1 firmware and you werenot unlocked might do that. Ummm yeah man its totally possible to get back to 5.1.1 still . If i was you id double check all the files you flashed making sure its not your bad. Then id check the firmware i flashed making sure its metadata checksum is what its supposed to be . or you could always stay put at marshmellow ....its not the worse possible outcome nor is it the best . up to you, it gets easier with practice . I had the note 3 too exact same procedure so it feels easy because ive done it alot. The first time is a sketchy nerve racking nightmare and i wouldnt blame ya if ya backed off the unlock.
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Yeah I did get nervous, well thank you for your input though. Much appreciated!
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Knowledgelife said:
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Knowledgelife said:
Yeah I did get nervous, well thank you for your input though. Much appreciated!
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Good luck in your endeavors . hope ya get what ya want but you learned to appreciate what you have which is far more valuable in the grand scheme than any phone . :victory:
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Knowledgelife said:
Is it mandatory that I do this, I am not trying to lose all of my settings and apps.
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follow this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74521633&postcount=1587

zfk110 said:
follow this
https://forum.xda-developers.com/showpost.php?p=74521633&postcount=1587
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So I would need to buy an SD card in order to do this guide?

Knowledgelife said:
So I would need to buy an SD card in order to do this guide?
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yes, its going to unlock the bootloader and for doing that it has to write those files on the sd card.

Will flashing a magisk modified stock boot image blow the Knox bit?

I'm trying to find out before I do it.

kevria said:
I'm trying to find out before I do it.
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Yes. Any custom binaries will trip the warranty bit.

UndeadAnarchy said:
Yes. Any custom binaries will trip the warranty bit.
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Thanks. I guess it makes more sense to just flash TWRP then.

kevria said:
Thanks. I guess it makes more sense to just flash TWRP then.
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TWRP will also trip the warranty bit. Anything that has not been officially released by samsung will have the same effect.

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TWRP will also trip the warranty bit. Anything that has not been officially released by samsung will have the same effect.
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I understand that but figured I might as well install TWRP if I was going to trip the bit anyway

Yep, boot and recovery are the main offenders, now to get get a Samsung signed TWRP... That would work, pity it's a pipe dream....

ultramag69 said:
Yep, boot and recovery are the main offenders, now to get get a Samsung signed TWRP... That would work, pity it's a pipe dream....
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It would also be a monolithic security risk haha