Tips and Tricks
Samsung ODIN: How to install firmware manually
ODIN is the ROM Flashing tool for Samsung Android devices including smartphones and tablets. The ODIN is used to flash a custom recovery firmware image manually to your Samsung Galaxy devices.
If you wanted to install a software update manually on your Samsung Galaxy device, in this tutorial, we’ll show you how you can use ODIN software. Follow the steps below.
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Requirements:
- A Windows PC
- USB cable to connect your device to PC
- The latest version of Odin Software
- Firmware for your device
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Tip:
- Back up your important Data, before installation
- Use the USB cable that comes with your smartphone
- Keep battery sufficiently charged
- Do not disconnect your phone during installation
Here is a quick overview of all the steps that are involved in manually installing the software update on your Galaxy device.
- Downloading Firmware
- Download Odin
- Understanding Odin
- Setting up your device
- Extract firmware
- Installing firmware in the device using Odin
You’ll need an update package to install it on your Galaxy device. Here are the three most reliable sources that we have listed to download the software update for your Galaxy device. To know more click on the link below.
1. Downloading the firmware for Samsung smartphone
Check our complete guide on how to download firmware for Samsung phones here.
2. Downloading Odin (From here)
3. Understanding the interface of Odin Software:
After you install the Odin, Open the software and you’ll find four different sections and buttons for the respective section, where you can upload the extracted firmware file. These are:
- BL: Bootloader
- AP: Android Partition
- CP: Modem/Radio
- CSC: Consumer software customization
- USERDATA
There are three buttons on the bottom – Start and Reset alongside Exit
4. Extract Firmware:
Extract the firmware and should get 5 files including the following:
- AP
- BL
- CP
- CSC
- HOME_CS
Note: Use CES_ if you want to perform a clean install or Home_CS_ to keep your personal apps and data.
5. Setup your Samsung device:
Reboot your phone in Download/Odin mode (make sure your device is off) with the button combo mentioned below.
- POWER + VOLUME DOWN + BIXBY
- VOLUME DOWN + VOLUME UP then USB cable
- POWER + VOLUME DOWN + VOLUME UP
- POWER + VOLUME DOWN + HOME BUTTON
- USB cable + VOLUME DOWN + BIXBY (Samsung Galaxy Note 9 )
- POWER + VOLUME UP (Samsung Galaxy Note 10 )
*Before you start the process make sure that your device is charged more than 50%.
6. Installing the firmware on your device using Odin:
- In download mode, connect your smartphone to the PC using the USB cable that came with your smartphone.
- Open Odin and it’ll automatically detect your device and a Blue box will appear with the COM port number.
- Do not tick or press any other options.
- Click the Start button and it’ll start the firmware installation
- Wait for the installation. Once finished, it’ll show “PASS” output and your device will reboot and you can disconnect your smartphone and set it up.
In today’s era, ensuring our online activities remain secure is very important. For that, Samsung has a powerful feature called Auto Blocker, which enhances user privacy and protects devices from cyber threats effectively. You can easily activate the Auto Blocker feature on your Samsung One UI 6.1 devices.
Auto Blocker feature is mainly valuable for safeguarding against malware and viruses that often infiltrate your device via applications outside the official platform such as the Google Play Store and Samsung Galaxy Store.
It prevents devices from downloading applications without user confirmation from suspicious sources. Users can enjoy a safer browsing experience with minimized exposure to potential threats.
Moreover, the feature also blocks unauthorized commands attempting to access the device through the USB port. This feature is especially useful when connecting devices to transfer files.
You can easily activate Auto Blocker on your One UI 6.1 Samsung device, just need to follow a few steps:
- Navigate to the Settings app on your smartphone.
- Scroll down and select Security and Privacy from the list of options
- Find the Auto Blocker menu. From there, toggle the feature on to enable its protective functionalities.
Users can also customize settings further, such as activating the Messaging app protection option or blocking software updates via USB, depending on their security preferences.
By enabling Auto Blocker, users significantly reduce the risk of malware and viruses infiltrating their devices through untrusted sources. This feature not only safeguards your personal data but also enhances the overall security of your Samsung device.
Samsung has updated several Galaxy devices to One UI 6.1, with plans to extend this update to all eligible devices soon. This latest update not only enhances the overall performance but significantly boosts the device’s security. If you want your Samsung One UI 6.1 device to remain safe even during servicing, you can use the Maintenance Mode.
Maintenance Mode is an innovative feature that safeguards users’ personal data during device repair. As smartphones store increasingly sensitive information, it is important to protect this data when giving the device for repairs.
This mode allows service technicians to access the necessary functions of the phone without exposing any personal information. It enhances the privacy and security of Galaxy devices.
The feature also ensures that applications installed by the user are not removed. Any data or accounts created while in Maintenance Mode will be automatically deleted once the mode is turned off.
To activate Maintenance Mode on your Samsung One UI 6.1 devices, follow these steps:
- Go to Settings on your device.
- Select Device Care.
- Choose Maintenance Mode.
- In the menu, select the Secure Wi-Fi option.
- Click on Turn On to enable the feature.
- Restart the device as instructed to secure your personal data.
You’ll need to unlock your phone to turn off Maintenance mode. When you do, everything will go back to the way it was when Maintenance mode was first turned on.
In an age where digital security is more important than ever, Samsung keeps Galaxy devices secure with its App Protection feature. Let’s see how you can enable the App Protection feature on your One UI 6.1 device and keep your Samsung smartphone more secure.
Samsung’s App Protection Feature scans your device to save it from the unseen dangers of malware and viruses. It works seamlessly in the background, automatically scanning all applications and files on your device.
If a security issue is noticed, you can uninstall or stop the download process of the related application to avoid data theft.
Here’s how to activate the App Protection feature
You can activate the App Protection feature on your One UI 6.1 device with just a few taps.
- Open Settings and select Device Care.
- Turn on App Protection within the Device Care menu.
- After enabling, the device will start scanning.
- For additional settings, tap the More icon and go to Settings.
- Enable options such as Auto-scan apps daily and Auto-scan when installing apps.
- By enabling Auto Blocker, App Protection will also be activated.
By following these steps, you can set up your Galaxy smartphone to automatically monitor and protect your device. This feature simplifies the process of maintaining your digital safety, allowing you to focus on your day-to-day activities without worry.
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