[Q] How to root Galaxy Ace 2 i8160?

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pskmrc

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Dynamo! said:
Tried it, got stuck in a boot loop. Any suggestions?

EDIT:

Ok, so managed to boot up with the custom kernal, but recovery mode won't find the update_su.zip file on the sd card.
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I've the same problem, becasuse I put the file on the externad sd card, I've move the file to internal sd card and the recovery find it.
 
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Frequency table is located in arch\arm\mach-ux500\pm\cpufreq-db8500.c
Code: 
static struct cpufreq_frequency_table freq_table[] = {
	[0] = {
		.index = 0,
		.frequency = 200000,
	},
	[1] = {
		.index = 1,
		.frequency = 400000,
	},
	[2] = {
		.index = 2,
		.frequency = 800000,
	},
	[3] = {
		/* Used for MAX_OPP, if available */
		.index = 3,
		.frequency = CPUFREQ_TABLE_END,
	},
	[4] = {
		.index = 4,
		.frequency = CPUFREQ_TABLE_END,
	},
};
But i don't have a much experience with a kernel compilation. Especially without the phone ;)

But wait ... i have an idea! It can be achived without compilation from the sources.
We can use byte-patching to change the maximum freq ;)
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Dynamo! said:
Ok, so managed to boot up with the custom kernal, but recovery mode won't find the update_su.zip file on the sd card.
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It must be there if you have copied it. Check it twice.
 
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casidus

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pskmrc said:
Hi,

I tried this way to make root my i8160, and runs ok!!
I have :
PDA I8160BGLE2
CSC I8160XECLE2

From Spain

My question is:
I tried to overlock the cpu using SetCPU, but I can't increase the speed more tha 800 MHZ
Anyone knows how I can increase up to 1Ghz?

Thanks
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you are spanish?????
if yes, your mobile are Movistar?????

is to know if my work I also

thanks for all

(spanish)
eres español????
tu movil es de movistar????
es para saber si a mi tambien me funcionaria, ya que mi movil tambien es de movistar.

gracias por todo
 
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pskmrc

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casidus said:
you are spanish?????
if yes, your mobile are Movistar?????

is to know if my work I also

thanks for all

(spanish)
eres español????
tu movil es de movistar????
es para saber si a mi tambien me funcionaria, ya que mi movil tambien es de movistar.

gracias por todo
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Yes I'm from spain and my mobile is movistar.

Si soy Español y el movil es movistar

y funciona perfectamente.

sl2
 
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Test kernels with increased max CPU freq​
Voltage is default. Ready to root (patched Recovery).
If you're already rooted, it will remains after flashing.
 

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kyrillos13, voltage is default, i'm not changed it so far.
I have a report that while benchmarks shows an overclocked freq, the real performance left on almost the same level (Antuntu, etc).
Waiting for more reports.
 
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antsm

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pskmrc, thanks for testing! However, we need to make sure that 1200 is not only the displayed value.
Can you make some bechmarks with and without OC, to have a comparable results?
 
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pskmrc

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antsm said:
pskmrc, thanks for testing! However, we need to make sure that 1200 is not only the displayed value.
Can you make some bechmarks with and without OC, to have a comparable results?
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Sure!! but the problem is How I can made the test?
Can you recomend any sw to do it? I'm not one advnaced user :-(
Thanks

---------- Post added at 10:07 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:53 AM ----------

Hi,

I just done the antutu Benchmark v2.8.2 and the results are :

4282 3992

RAM 580 408
CPU Integrer 1120 1020
CPU float-point 856 810
2d graphics 300 299
3D graphics 1131 1135
Database IO 295 320
SD card write 0 0
SD card read 0 0
CPU frecuency 1200 Mhz 800 Mhz

sl2
 
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pskmrc said:
Sure!! but the problem is How I can made the test?
Can you recomend any sw to do it? I'm not one advnaced user :-(
Thanks

---------- Post added at 10:07 AM ---------- Previous post was at 09:53 AM ----------

Hi,

I just done the antutu Benchmark v2.8.2 and the results are :

4282 3992

RAM 580 408
CPU Integrer 1120 1020
CPU float-point 856 810
2d graphics 300 299
3D graphics 1131 1135
Database IO 295 320
SD card write 0 0
SD card read 0 0
CPU frecuency 1200 Mhz 800 Mhz

sl2
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The scores seem too similar for a 400Mhz increase. You should do a few more tests to be sure.

Sent from my XPERIA X8 using xda premium
 
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porpure

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Galaxy ace 2 i8160 vold.fstab file

HI guys,

I am new to this forum . i have tried swap internal and external SD cards in my galaxy ace 2 i8160 . unfortunately i have taken backup to sd card . After modifying /system/etc/vold.fstab phone is unable to mount both sd cards

can any one please upload original vold.fstab of galaxy ace 2 i8160 plsssss .

Regards,
PorE
 
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pskmrc

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dhvenus said:
Hello guys,

just two questions:
is it necessary to wipe before and after flash?
And if I flash the firmware, will the installed apps and data got loose?
Thank you!

The creator of this thread :)
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Hi dhvenus,

I made the flash without wipe.
And the installed applications and data remains intalled.

sl2
 
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    Instruction:

    1) Download and install SAMSUNG USB Drivers for Mobile Phones
    http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?p=11633550#post11633550

    2) Copy update_su.zip to internal sdcard.

    3) Switch off the phone and enter to download mode ("Vol Down + Home + Power").
    Wait until the driver will be installed and Odin will recognize the phone!

    4) Flash I8160XXLD8_ready_to_root_ANT.tar.md5 using Odin as PDA part.

    5) Turn off the phone again and enter to recovery mode ("Vol Up + Home + Power").

    6) Select "apply update from sdcard" and choose update_su.zip file

    7) Reboot the phone

    8) Got root? ;)

    Warning:You will lose your warranty. At least until we find a way to reset a custom flash counter.
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    [KERNEL] I8160XXLD8 kernel with CWM recovery support

    [KERNEL] I8160XXLD8 kernel with CWM recovery support

    14v7lmq.jpg
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    • CWM 5.0.2.6 (backup on external SD card is available)
    • Supports init.d executing during boot (place in /system/etc/init.d/)

    Root can be installed via CWM. Choose the best for you from below ;)
    BTW, no need to re-install it if you're already rooted.

    update: [KERNEL] I8160XXLI2 kernel with built-in CWM recovery
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    antsm
    [KERNEL] I8160XXLI2 kernel with built-in CWM recovery

    [KERNEL] I8160XXLI2 kernel with built-in CWM recovery

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    • I8160XXLI2 stock kernel
    • CWM 5.0.2.6 (backup on external SD card is available)
    • Supports init.d executing during boot (place in /system/etc/init.d/)

    Probably, there should be no issues while using this kernel with any of i8160 firmware, known at this moment.

    Root can be installed via CWM. Choose the best app for you from below.

    Note: Kernel I8160PXXLE6 is for I8160P model (NFC version).
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    Test kernels with increased max CPU freq​
    Voltage is default. Ready to root (patched Recovery).
    If you're already rooted, it will remains after flashing.
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    kyrillos13
    kyrillos13
    young111 said:
    Hi . any progress on ACE2 roms guys??????
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    I may release one rom soon.

    Sent from my Galaxy Ace 2 i8160
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