[ROOT KERNEL FOR TowelRoot] Tab Pro 8.4, 10.1

RavenY2K3 · Jun 18, 2014

As you may be aware, GeoHotz has created an app to root an android device using a recently discovered exploit.
I tried it on my LTE Tab Pro 8.4 which had the latest firmware for my region "BTU" which is NB7,

It wouldn't work, but another XDA member @Inuit, said it worked for him with the DBT NE5 firmware he has on his device.

SO! I downloaded the DBT NE5 file, extracted the Kernel and repackaged it and flashed the Kernel on it's own. Then tried the root method.
I have now successfully rooted the device and kept Knox at a cool 0x0.

I chose to do things this way, as I wanted to keep my regions firmware and not that of another county.
So I still have my original firmware, but I am now using the newer Kernel, everything seems to be working fine but considering I only did this 15 minutes ago, I haven't had enough time to test. But connectivity is fine, battery levels fine etc...

UPDATE: Everything is fine for me, loaded Xposed modules, no adverse affects at all

I have attached the repackaged Kernel, all you need to do, is go into download mode and flash the file under the "AP" Tab in Odin 3.09.

Then install the TowelRoot app, which you can get from the links in the thread below:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2783157

Install the latest, SuperSU (again links in the above thread).

You should be rooted and Knox kept at a cool 0x0.

I have tested the this on my Device the T325 and another user tested the Kernel for the Wi-Fi version T320 and are working fine But!
You try at your own risk!
Download links below

TR Rootable Kernel for LTE 8.4 SM-T325
Original NG1 Kernel for LTE 8.4 SM-T325

TR Rootable Kernel for Wi-Fi Only 8.4 SM-T320
Original NG1 Kernel for Wifi Only 8.4 SM-T320

TR Rootable Kernel for SM-T525 10.1 LTE SM-T525

hkfriends · Jun 18, 2014

RavenY2K3 said:
As you may be aware, GeoHotz has created an app to root an android device using a recently discovered exploit.
I tried it on my LTE Tab Pro 8.4 which had the latest firmware for my region "BTU" which is NB7,

It wouldn't work, but another XDA member @Inuit, said it worked for him with the DBT NE5 firmware he has on his device.

SO! I downloaded the DBT NE5 file, extracted the Kernel and repackaged it and flashed the Kernel on it's own. Then tried the root method.
I have now successfully rooted the device and kept Knox at a cool 0x0.

I chose to do things this way, as I wanted to keep my regions firmware and not that of another county.
So I still have my original firmware, but I am now using the newer Kernel, everything seems to be working fine but considering I only did this 15 minutes ago, I haven't had enough time to test. But connectivity is fine, battery levels fine etc...

I have attached the repackaged Kernel, all you need to do, is go into download mode and flash the file under the "AP" Tab in Odin 3.09.

Then install the TowelRoot app, which you can get from the links in the thread below:
http://xdaforums.com/showthread.php?t=2783157

Install the latest, SuperSU (again links in the above thread).

You should be rooted and Knox kept at a cool 0x0.

Remember: My device and these files are for the SM-T325. You try at your own risk!

good trick

spectro_axis · Jun 19, 2014

Hi RavenY2K3,

Thanks for your guide. May I know if Knox will be triggered if I install your attached Kernel via Odin?

RavenY2K3 · Jun 19, 2014

@spectro_axis
As you can see in the screenshot, mine has not tripped, neither has anyone else's that I'm aware of on ANY Knox enabled device. What tab have you got?

Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

spectro_axis · Jun 19, 2014

RavenY2K3 said:
@spectro_axis
As you can see in the screenshot, mine has not tripped, neither has anyone else's that I'm aware of on ANY Knox enabled device. What tab have you got?

Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

Hi RavenY2K3,

Thanks for your prompt reply. I currently own a Tab pro 8.4 LTE. I am actually thinking of updating my Tab pro with the latest T325 Firmware from Germany via odin. I am currently on the firmware from Singapore ,2014 March, 4.4.2, T325XXU1ANBB. Do you know whether will knox be tripped if i flash the Germany firmware over the current Singapore firmware? Thanks for your assistance.

RavenY2K3 · Jun 19, 2014

spectro_axis said:
Hi RavenY2K3,

Thanks for your prompt reply. I currently own a Tab pro 8.4 LTE. I am actually thinking of updating my Tab pro with the latest T325 Firmware from Germany via odin. I am currently on the firmware from Singapore ,2014 March, 4.4.2, T325XXU1ANBB. Do you know whether will knox be tripped if i flash the Germany firmware over the current Singapore firmware? Thanks for your assistance.

My Tab came from China going by the firmware that came with mine out of the box and I replaced it with the UK BTU firmware no problems, you have to wipe the device etc for the CSC to apply though.

Pretty certain you can get difficulties if the new ROM is older than the one installed, if it's number is greater than or equal to the currently installed firmware you should be fine.

All the above is for official firmware though, not custom creations.

Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

MagicianPe · Jun 20, 2014

SM-T320 With T320XXU1ANAI from Peru

I want to confirm that using the kernel posted in this thread I was able to root the Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 using [TR] with the stock firmware T320XXU1ANAI

Of course Knox flag was not tripped.

Thanks!

dansafe · Jun 20, 2014

I already have 0x1. It is to return KNOX 0x0? It goes?

RavenY2K3 · Jun 20, 2014

dansafe said:
I already have 0x1. It is to return KNOX 0x0? It goes?

No, once it's been triggered, that's it no going back. Unless someone figures out how to crack it.

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macioh · Jun 20, 2014

one question left: what about an official OTA after flashing this modified kernel? will it work as it should?

Wysłane z mojego SM-T320 przy użyciu Tapatalka

RavenY2K3 · Jun 20, 2014

macioh said:
one question left: what about an official OTA after flashing this modified kernel? will it work as it should?

Wysłane z mojego SM-T320 przy użyciu Tapatalka

It's not modified, it's a stock kernel from an exploitable firmware, for those who don't have an exploitable firmware for their respective region. As I mentioned, the latest version available for UK, is a step behind the German version, the UK version will be the same as the German one "at some point" in the future, but why wait when it can be done now.

Sent from my SM-T325 using Tapatalk

Lin Gi · Jun 22, 2014

Someone successfully tested T520-kernel? I tried, but failed

Gesendet von meinem SM-T520

raitchison · Jun 22, 2014

Hey can OP or anyone else upload the SM-T320 kernel to another site that doesn't require registration to download?

Thanks!

Edit: I guess Mega requires registration if you are trying to DL via a mobile device but you don't have to in order to DL via a PC.

Uploading for the benefit of others who are trying to DL via their tablets.

jason_jiang · Jun 22, 2014

dansafe said:
I already have 0x1. It is to return KNOX 0x0? It goes?

no.
some discussions long ago suggest knox may used a technology called eFUSE, originally invented by IBM.
once knox detects a tampered bootloader, it will "blow" a micro-fuse in chip. then we see the warranty bit set to 1.
this is a physical-level change, so no way can revert it.

Nutsonfire · Jun 22, 2014

Lin Gi said:
Someone successfully tested T520-kernel? I tried, but failed

Gesendet von meinem SM-T520

Yes doesnt work for me either.

Zakanam · Jun 23, 2014

RavenY2K3 said:
My Tab came from China going by the firmware that came with mine out of the box and I replaced it with the UK BTU firmware no problems, you have to wipe the device etc for the CSC to apply though.

Pretty certain you can get difficulties if the new ROM is older than the one installed, if it's number is greater than or equal to the currently installed firmware you should be fine.

All the above is for official firmware though, not custom creations.

Sent from my SM-N9005 using Tapatalk

Hi, sorry noob question.

I have SM T325 with Hong Kong firmware originally. If I want to flash another firmware from a different country via Odin, will it trip the Knox? You said yours was Chinese firmware and you flashed a British one and it didn't trip the Knox, but I just wanted to confirm it. Also, after I flash the different firmware and I flash the root kernel, it won't trip Knox right? Sorry for repeating your words, just wanted to make sure, thanks

jason_jiang · Jun 23, 2014

Zakanam said:
Hi, sorry noob question.

I have SM T325 with Hong Kong firmware originally. If I want to flash another firmware from a different country via Odin, will it trip the Knox? You said yours was Chinese firmware and you flashed a British one and it didn't trip the Knox, but I just wanted to confirm it. Also, after I flash the different firmware and I flash the root kernel, it won't trip Knox right? Sorry for repeating your words, just wanted to make sure, thanks

flashing official firmware from different region won't trigger knox, only rooting and installing custom recovery will.

xInsurgentx · Jun 23, 2014

SMT520 was kernel jan14 flashed his kernel apr3
used towelrootv2 and don't have root access

on build anae fwiw

it also seems to know something is up because now i get a notification that tells me there was suspicious activity on my tablet and to reboot to make changes. rebooted and still get the notification so i assume it's just trying to revert. at this point i dont feel the need to flash stock recovery i'm sure a reliable, working root method will be there sooner than later.

on further reading it just appears that any exynos processor tablet wont be able to take advantage of towelroot until geo decides to open support. makes sense the 8.4 (wifi/lte) versions as well as all the qualcomm LTE versions of the tab pro/note lines are working.

Nutsonfire · Jun 23, 2014

jason_jiang said:
flashing official firmware from different region won't trigger knox, only rooting and installing custom recovery will.

Not true it can trigger Knox. I found out the hard way on my European 8.4 flashing a US ROM. It didn't flash properly (ext4) error and then I had to restore with kies.

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scomat · Jun 23, 2014

Can confirm it works on Tab Pro 8.4. I didn't have to mess about with flashing different Kernel for some reason. Below is the firmware that was on my device.

Device: Galaxy Tab Pro 8.4 WiFi Only (SM-T320)
Region: UK
Version: T320XXU1BNE3
Build Date: 2014/5/27

After installing towelroot V2 I just pressed the button on the app and let it do it's magic and then installed SuperSU/Pro. And that was it. All rooted and it didn't trip the Knox flag. Now titanium backup and similar root like apps work. Brilliant. Well pleased

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