Root Galaxy Note 2 (LTE)

Root Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) N7105 on Official Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean Firmware [GUIDE]

We are provide the guide and sources from iBtime.com

Samsung has just rolled out its first Android 4.3 update for Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) via N7105XXUEMK5 Jelly Bean official firmware. The new firmware is now available for download as Over-The-Air (OTA) update as well as through Samsung KIES.

Those who have already updated their Note 2 LTE to the newest Android 4.3 XXUEMK5 firmware can root the same with CF-Auto-Root using our step-by-step guide given below. The CF-Auto-Root tool is developed and released by XDA recognised developer, Chainfire, which allows any Galaxy Note 2 user to root the device irrespective of the firmware installed.

Head over to the XDA developer source page to learn more about the rooting tool and the method used in this tutorial.

NOTE: Rooting any device will void its warranty. IBTimes UK reminds its readers that 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

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• The N7105XXUEMK5 firmware and instructions provided in this guide are limited to Galaxy Note 2 LTE (GT-N7105) model only. Do not attempt installing this firmware on any other model as it may inadvertently damage or brick the device.Verify the device model number by navigating to Settings > About Phone.
• Backup your important data and settings on the phone via Samsung KIES or any third-party utility such as ClockworkMod (CWM) or TWRP recovery to prevent unexpected data loss during the firmware installation.
• Ensure correct USB drivers are installed for your phone on computer (download Galaxy Note 2 LTE USB drivers).
• Make sure the phone has at least 80% battery charge before you begin the firmware installation.
• Verify the phone is factory unlocked and not locked to a specific carrier.
• Ensure USB debugging mode is enabled on the phone, by navigating to Settings > Developer Options. Tap the phone's Build Number seven times to unlock or reveal the hidden Developer Options under Settings. Then select the checkbox to enable USB debugging mode under Settings > Developer Options.
• If device is stuck at booting or experiencing boot loop issues, performWipe Cache Partition and Wipe Dalvik Cache a few more times before rebooting.
• Allow newly installed ROM to stabilise for five minutes before you start working on it.

Downloads Required

• CF-Auto-Root for Galaxy Note 2 LTE N7105
• Odin v3.07

NOTE: Backup important files on the phone's SD card, so if you perform a data wipe or factory reset on your device via recovery (which also formats the SD card), the data may be restored after rooting the device.

How to Root Galaxy Note 2 (LTE) on Android 4.3 N7105XXUEMK5 Official Firmware

1.    Extract the root file CF-Auto-Root-t0lte-t0ltexx-gtn7105.zip  on your computer via 7-zip software to obtain a .tar.md5 file.

2.    Also extract Odin 3.07.zip file to obtain Odin3 v3.07.exe.

3.    Double-click the exe file to launch Odin.

4.    Boot the Galaxy Note 3 into Download Mode. To do so, turn off the phone and wait for 6 to 7 seconds until the device completely shuts down.

5.    Press and hold Volume Down, Power and Home buttons together until the construction Android robot icon appears on screen. Then hit Power button to progress into Download Mode.

6.    Launch Odin on computer and connect the phone to it via USB cable (when phone is still in download mode). When the phone connects successfully, a message saying "Added!" will appear at the bottom left box in Odin and one of the ID: COM boxes will turn light blue with the COM port number.

7.    If the "Added!" Message fails to appear, you may try the following troubleshooting steps:

• Ensure the correct USB drivers are installed for the phone on computer
• Try uninstalling and reinstalling the phone's USB drivers
• Connect a different USB cable and check.
• Try using another USB port on the computer (preferably the one at the back)
• Reboot the phone and PC. Then check if the message appears.

8.    Upload the firmware files in Odin as suggested below:

• Tap the PDA button in Odin and choose the .tar.md5 file, which was extracted in step 1.

9.    Enable Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options in Odin. Leave all other boxes in Option section unchecked.

10.  Verify the previous two steps are done correctly. If there is a mistake, it may brick your device.

11.  Click Start in Odin to begin the firmware flashing process on your Galaxy Note 2 LTE. Wait until the PASS message with green background appears in Odin's top left box.

12.  When the PASS message appears, the phone will restart automatically. Now, it is safe to disconnect the phone from computer.

NOTE: If a FAIL message appears in step 12, just disconnect the phone from computer and exit Odin. Remove the phone's battery and reinsert it in 3 to 4 seconds, then launch Odin and repeat the entire tutorial from Step 4.

Troubleshooting for Stuck at Logo or Boot Loop Issues:  

• Turn off the phone, remove and reinsert the battery into the phone. Check if the issue is resolved.
• If the issue persists, perform a Wipe Data/Factory Reset via recovery. To do so, boot into recovery mode as follows: press and hold Home, Volume Up and Power keys together until the screen powers on and then release all three keys to enter recovery mode.
• In recovery mode, use Volume keys to navigate and Power key to select an option.
• Choose Wipe Data / Factory reset in recovery and then click Yes to confirm.
• Finally, choose Reboot System Now.

Samsung Galaxy Note 2 LTE is now rooted on Android 4.3 N7105XXUEMK5 official firmware. Check for the SuperSU app in your apps list to ensure root access to the device is working.

NOTE: Download and install Root Checker app from Google Play Store to verify that the root is installed correctly and fully functional.

[Source: Honai of Android]

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