amsung, it is important to familiarize yourself a little with the device itself. So you can find out some useful things that you did not even know about before. Therefore, let's take a short excursion into the cosmic world of Samsung Galaxy devices - such as n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others.
Galaxy devices are very popular, stylish and high quality gadgets.
The Samsung smartphone market today accounts for an impressive share. The mobile giant in the modern world is the biggest competitor for another popular company that even kids know about - Apple. And this is no coincidence, because Samsung presents to the public a large number of a wide variety of devices in all possible price categories. This, in principle, gives the company a certain advantage - the availability of devices for all segments of the population. If a person cannot afford a smartphone for 20,000 rubles, but he needs modern functions, then some of them can be provided by budget models. And Samsung is doing quite well in this regard: the company's devices in the budget price segment have a large number of necessary functions in their arsenal.
The most popular are the Galaxy series models. They include both premium smartphones S, S Edge, Note, and more affordable ones - A, Grand, Grand Prime and others. How do these devices differ from each other?
As you know, Galaxy S and S Edge are the company's top smartphones, which are released every year with new characteristics, functions and features, receiving a new number in the name (the latest version of the series is the seventh). Note is positioned as a tablet (quite a popular word today), a device for business people or creative people. For those who constantly need a large screen, the main feature of this device is the S Pen, which allows you to create quick notes, sketches and other types of handwriting directly on the screen in various applications.
Grand and Grand Prime are positioned in the segment of budget smartphones as the most popular. And this is not without reason: the devices have two cameras - front and main, a touch screen, support for high-speed networks, access to the global network, the ability to install almost any program (except for complex games and applications) and use them.
Naturally, far from all available Samsung mobile devices have been named above.
What do you need to know before flashing a smartphone?
So, if you are going to do this difficult task, then we hasten to please you. Because any person can flash or reflash Samsung Galaxy (such as n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others). To do this, you just need to familiarize yourself with the initial data, some features and, most importantly, follow the instructions.
What might you need before embarking on your mission?
- The Samsung device itself with a charged battery (at least 80 percent). This is necessary for unexpected stoppages of the device and further program failures.
- Original USB cable for computer connection. The cord is supplied in the kit, but if suddenly you do not have it, you can use the existing one. However, it is worth remembering that such actions are performed at your own peril and risk.
- Internet connection with unlimited traffic. You need this in order to download the firmware itself, which can weigh more than one gigabyte. In principle, tariffs with limited traffic may also be suitable, if this does not give you any inconvenience. If you are unsure of what your tariff is, be sure to check this question with your Internet provider.
- Desire and patience that will become your faithful companion. You may not be able to flash or reflash your Samsung Galaxy the first time. Do not be upset in this case. Better try to carefully reconsider whether you did everything correctly and whether you could make a mistake somewhere.
What are the firmware methods?
You can flash your device (Samsung Galaxy n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others) both with the help of official Samsung tools, and with the help of third-party utilities. Let's take a look at each of these values \u200b\u200band then move on to their instructions.
- Firmware update with official software. This can be done from the smartphone itself, without using a computer, or with its help by directly connecting the device via the USB port. This is necessary for those who just want to update the version of the operating system, for example, from Android4 to Android 5.0.
- Flashing or flashing with third party tools. The most popular service in this matter is the Odin program. It can be easily installed on a computer or laptop and is provided to users free of charge.
Official firmware update
Without using a computer
- So, you decided to update the version of the operating system of your smartphone without any cords or other devices, but only by the device itself. Go!
- Initially, we connect to the Wi-Fi network. Without this, there is no point in going further. If there is no access to wireless networks, but there is a computer with access to the global network and a USB cable, then proceed to the next paragraph entitled "Using a computer".
- Now go to the "Settings" menu and find the item "About device". Here we will need a tab called "Software Update". We press the update button.
- If your smartphone says that updates have already been installed on your device, then there are no available firmware for your device. That is, the latest available version of the operating system is installed.
- Otherwise, you need to agree to download updates and wait for it to complete. When finished, click on the install button. After that, your Samsung Galaxy will start a system update, during which the device cannot be used. Under no circumstances turn off the phone, do not try to restart it or remove the battery - you can get a "brick", that is, a completely inoperative device.
- Only when you see the familiar home screen and the message that you have successfully completed the firmware update procedure, you can use the device as usual.
Using a computer
- To work, you must have Internet access for a computer or laptop. Otherwise, you cannot do anything.
- Download the Smart Switch software to your PC from the company's official website (http://www.samsung.com/global/download/smartswitchwin/).
- Now we connect the smartphone with a USB cable to the PC and wait for the device to be found.
- The program itself will show you the availability of the new version of the operating system for the device in a special small window. If the outcome of the events is positive, the "Update" button will appear, which you will need to click on.
- It remains to wait until the download and installation of updates is completed. The installation can take a long time, so please be patient.
- As in the previous option, under no circumstances turn off the device, do not remove the cord from the computer. Keep both your PC and phone running smoothly to avoid unexpected breakdowns.
- After a successful firmware update, you can continue to work with your smartphone as usual.
What should you know after flashing?
Samsung in its official manual (instructions) for upgrading the operating system recommends doing a data reset after such manipulations. Otherwise, Samsung warns of possible system failures. This does not necessarily happen with your gadget, but you can take this into account if you find such problems in the further work with the phone.
However, it is worth remembering that before resetting, it is important to always save all existing data: photos, contacts, videos, music, documents. You can do this manually, by simply transferring information to your computer, or using the Smart Switch utility, which allows you to back up data from your Samsung Galaxy n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others.
Firmware using a third-party program Odin
First, familiarize yourself with the main points, which in no case should be violated. You have been warned about this several times so that later you do not grab your head and say to yourself: "What have I done?" Therefore, it is better to play it safe and carefully watch what needs to be done and what you are doing.
- All operations you perform at your own peril and risk. This is the most important rule, because after flashing unofficially, you void Samsung's warranties.
- Do not pull out the power cord of the computer or laptop, that is, ensure the unconditional operation of the PC.
- Charge your smartphone at least 80-90 percent so that it cannot be discharged during the update.
- When connecting to a PC, use only the original cord.
Preparing and configuring services
As you may have noticed, these rules do not differ from the requirements for updating with official Samsung tools, so it will be easy for you to follow them. Now let's move on to the most important thing:
- First, download the Odin utility. It can be taken from the site (http: // androidpru / odin-firmware-samsung /).
- Now download the firmware file for your device to your computer. If you do not know where to do this, you can use the Samsung Firmware Linker program, which allows you to find and download the firmware specifically for your device.
- Download the driver for your device to your computer. This is necessary to correctly detect and configure the smartphone when it is connected to a PC. You can use the resource (http://androidp1.ru/drviver-for-android/).
- Be sure to save all important data from the device to any other medium just in case. Because when flashing, partial or complete loss of information from the gadget is possible.
- The preparatory work is over, and we are moving on to the main process. We transfer the phone to the firmware mode. If you don't know how to do this, then try this option: turn off the device, hold down the volume down, center and lock (off) buttons simultaneously. If it works correctly, you should go to a special menu, where using the volume up key you will consent to launch in firmware mode. If you did not get into such a menu, then find this information specifically for your device.
- If you succeed, you can connect the device to your computer via USB. Wait a while for the necessary drivers to be installed.
- Then you can run the Odin application on your computer. On the left in the corner, you will see that the gadget is connected, which means that we are moving on.
- Now you need to add the firmware files in the correct order. If for single-file firmware everything is very clear (insert the firmware into the AP or PDA field by clicking on the appropriate button), then with multi-file you will have to tinker a little longer.
Multi-file firmware
Let's figure out which files and in which field you need to insert:
- PIT is inserted into the PIT field.
- tar.md5 - in BL or Bootloader.
- CODE_xxxxx.tar.md5 file - in AP or PDA.
- MODEM_xxxxx.tar.md5 file - in CP or PHONE.
- tar.md5 - to CSC.
Continuation
- Please note that you do not need to check any checkboxes on the left if the firmware itself does not provide for this.
- After correct placement of the firmware files, press the START button and wait until the program finishes. When finished, the word RESET or PASS appears on the left. The device will now reboot and be ready for use again. You can disconnect your smartphone from your computer.
Conclusion
If after flashing or flashing your device, you cannot turn it on (the so-called "eternal reboot"), then try resetting. It is also known by its other name, Wipe. We hope that you can still get the firmware or flashing of your Samsung Galaxy n9005 Note, n900, S3, N7100 and others without any incident. Good luck, dear readers!
Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F is a branded smartphone running on Android 4.4. Here you will find out the characteristics, how to root or reset the settings, and you can also download the firmware (for Odin, for example) and instructions for Samsung.
Root on Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F
How to get the root for Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F see instructions below.
If the applications did not help, ask in the topic or use the full list of root utilities from the topic header.
Characteristics
- Type: Smartphone
- Operating system: Android 4.4
- Case type: classic
- Body material: metal
- Control: mechanical / touch buttons
- SIM type: nano SIM
- Number of SIM-cards: 2
- Multiple SIM mode: alternate
- Weight: 123g
- Dimensions (WxHxT): 69.7x139.3x6.7 mm
- Screen type: color HD Super AMOLED, touch
- Touchscreen type: multitouch, capacitive
- Diagonal: 5 inches.
- Image size: 720x1280
- Pixels Per Inch (PPI): 294
- Automatic screen rotation: yes
- Ringtone type: polyphonic, MP3 ringtones
- Vibration alert: yes
- Camera: 13 million pixels, LED flash
- Camera functions: autofocus
- Video recording: yes
- Front camera: yes, 5 million pixels
- Video Playback: H.263, H.264 (AVC), MPEG4, VP8, VC-1, Sorenson Spark, MP43, WMV7, WMV8
- Audio: MP3, AAC, WAV, WMA, FM radio
- Dictaphone: yes
- Headphone jack: 3.5mm
- Video Output: HDMI
- Standard: GSM 900/1800/1900, 3G, LTE
- LTE bands support: Cat4
- Internet access: WAP, GPRS, EDGE, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA +
- Interfaces: Wi-Fi 802.11n, Bluetooth 4.0, USB, ANT +, NFC
- Satellite navigation: GPS / GLONASS
- A-GPS system: yes
- Protocol support: POP / SMTP, HTML
- Processor: 1200 MHz
- Number of processor cores: 4
- Video processor: Adreno 306
- Built-in memory: 16 GB
- RAM: 2 GB
- Support for memory cards: microSD (TransFlash), up to 64 GB (combined with a slot for a second SIM card)
- Additional SMS functions: text input with dictionary
- MMS: yes
- Battery capacity: 2300mAh
- Sensors: illumination, proximity, compass
- Book search: yes
- Exchange between SIM-card and internal memory: yes
- Organizer: alarm clock, calculator, task planner
- Features: the phone can be used with either one SIM + memory card, or dual SIM, but no memory cards
- Announced date: 2014-10-24
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Firmware for Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F
Official firmware Android 4.4 [stock ROM file] -
Samsung custom firmware -
If a custom or official firmware for Samsung has not yet been added here, then create a topic on the forum, in the section, our specialists will promptly and free of charge help, incl. with backup and manuals. Just do not forget to write a review about your smartphone - this is extremely important. This page will also show firmwares for Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F. Please note that for this Samsung model, an individual ROM file is required, so you should not try firmware files from other devices.
What custom firmware are there?
- CM - CyanogenMod
- LineageOS
- Paranoid Android
- OmniROM
- Temasek's
- AICP (Android Ice Cold Project)
- RR (Resurrection Remix)
- MK (MoKee)
- FlymeOS
- Bliss
- crDroid
- Illusion ROMS
- Pacman ROM
Problems and disadvantages of a Samsung smartphone and how to fix them?
- If the Galaxy A5 SM-A500F does not turn on, for example, you see a white screen, hangs on the splash screen, or the notification indicator only blinks (possibly after charging).
- If it freezes when updating / freezes when it is turned on (needs a flashing, 100%)
- Doesn't charge (usually iron problems)
- Doesn't see the SIM card (SIM card)
- Camera does not work (mostly hardware problems)
- Sensor does not work (depending on the situation)
Hard Reset for Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F
Instructions on how to Hard Reset Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F (factory reset). We recommend that you read the visual guide, which is called on Android. ... 
Reset codes (open the dialer and enter them).
- *2767*3855#
- *#*#7780#*#*
- *#*#7378423#*#*
Hard Reset via Recovery
- Turn off the device-\u003e go to Recovery
- "Wipe data / factory reset"
- "Yes - delete all user data" -\u003e "Reboot System"
How to log into Recovery?
- hold down Vol (-) [volume down], or Vol (+) [volume up] and the power button
- a menu with the Android logo will appear. Everything, you are in Recovery!
Reset settings on Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500F can be done in a very simple way:
- Settings-\u003e Recovery and reset
- Reset settings (at the very bottom)
How to reset your pattern
How to reset the pattern if you forgot it and now you cannot unlock your Samsung smartphone. On Galaxy A5 SM-A500F, the key or PIN can be removed in several ways. You can also remove the lock through a factory reset; the lock code will be deleted and disabled.
- Reset graph. blocking -
- Password reset -
This time I will show you how to install the stock firmware on your smartphone or tablet of the Samsung Galaxy line, that is, restore the state of a new device. This method will also allow you to reanimate your gadget after an unsuccessful installation of custom firmware or get rid of any problems with the operation of the device. You can also update your device to the latest software version if you cannot wait for an over-the-air update. Everything is completely safe!
This method implies the use of the most convenient Odin utility for Windows. Don't worry if you are not familiar with her. With the step-by-step instructions below, you will learn everything you need to do to successfully recover through Odin. It's worth noting that all data stored in the device's internal memory will be erased, so save it to your computer before you start. You can also back up sms, contacts, media and more by checking out our guide.
How to prepare for Samsung Android device recovery process:
So, are you all set? Have you installed drivers and rebooted your computer? Unpacked Odin archives and firmware? Is your smartphone / tablet charged? Then let's get started! Follow my instructions carefully and in 15 minutes you will receive a device with freshly installed software.
How to restore stock firmware on any Samsung device:
Step 1: Run Odin on your computer.Step 2: Put your mobile device into Download Mode. To do this, turn it off, and then hold down the buttons in turn "Volume down", "Home" and "Nutrition"... Then press the button once "Volume up", to continue.
Step 3: Connect the gadget to your computer using a USB cable.
Step 4: When a blue light shines in the Odin program opposite the connected port, click on the button "AP" and select the firmware file that you should have downloaded in advance.
Step 5: Odin takes a few minutes to check the firmware. When she is ready, press the button "Start", which is at the bottom of the window.
Step 6: After the end of the process, the device will reboot automatically.
Step 7: In a few minutes, you should see the initial setup screen, where you need to select the interface language, connect to the network, add an account, and so on.
That's all! Now your gadget has stock software installed, which will receive official updates over the air.
For the current generation of people, the smartphone has become an indispensable assistant and an extremely useful device that combines hundreds of different functions. Taking a photo, counting the number of ingredients, setting reminders, checking the weather, reading the news, chatting with friends - this is not a complete list of all that modern smartphones are capable of. Sometimes we just forget that they are not eternal and are subject to gradual wear and tear.
Smartphones running the Android operating system have flooded the whole world with their diversity for a long time. Their program code is open and ready for editing or improvement. In the process of using such devices, there are times when the software component fails and the smartphone stops working properly. To fix the issue, a simple factory reset may not be enough - you need to flash your Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500.
Fortunately, manufacturers of mobile equipment and just enthusiasts have found dozens of ways to change the firmware for all Android devices without exception. The process will take a few minutes and the smartphone will come to life, starting its daily work with renewed vigor. AndroGoo has prepared detailed instructions on how to flash Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500.
What do we need?
- A device charged at least 50% (if possible).
- Original USB cable.
- latest version.
- Latest firmware:
Android 4.4.4: Download for SM-A500F | Download for SM-A500H
Android 5.0.2: Download for SM-A500F | Download for SM-A500H
Android 6.0.1: Download for SM-A500F | Download for SM-A500H
If a new version of the OS has been released for the smartphone or links to the current firmware do not work, let us know in the comments under the post.
Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500 flashing process
- If Kies was installed on the computer, remove it.
- Download and install for Samsung smartphones and tablets.
- Download and install the latest version.
- Reboot your computer.
- Unpack Odin on the desktop. We extract the firmware files from the previously downloaded archive into the same folder.
- Go to Settings -> About device -> Software Informationand click on the build number until a message appears stating that You have become a developer.
- Next, go to Settings -> Developer options and activate two items USB debugging and Unlocking, foreseen manuf.
- We transfer the smartphone to Download Mode... To do this, turn it off completely, simultaneously hold down the buttons Home + Power on + Volume down.
- After the screen with the inscription Warning, confirm the selection by pressing the button Volume up.
- The phone went into download mode.
- Launch Odin as administrator.
- In this state, we connect the device to the computer using a USB cable (exclusively USB 2.0 and higher) in order to flash Samsung Galaxy A5 SM-A500... If in the ODIN window the field ID: COM turned blue, as in the screenshot below, everything is fine - you can continue. If not, reinstall the drivers and restart the computer.
Files that can be found in the archive with the firmware
The picture shows the names of files that can be in the archive with the firmware and indicate where to insert them in the Odin window.
If there is only one file and takes up a lot of space - insert it into the field PDA / AP... This is the firmware. Other files according to the field names.
In the corresponding fields on the right, select the firmware files, based on the example above. IMPORTANT! Only checkboxes should be checked Auto reboot and F. Reset Time.
- Click on START and wait for the end of the firmware process. At the same time, it is strictly forbidden to disconnect the smartphone from the computer and touch the USB cable. The whole procedure will take a few minutes - the exact time depends on the power of the PC.
- After the end, the device will reboot itself. We disconnect it from the PC and start using the fresh firmware.
