Install I9305NXXUEML2 Android 4.3 Update on Galaxy S3 LTE

The latest I9305NXXIEML2 stock firmware build based on Android 4.3 Jelly Bean is rolling out for the LTE variant of Galaxy S3 with model number GT-I9305N. The firmware is available as OTA update and through Samsung Kies for the Galaxy S3 users in Sweden.

Firmware details

PDA: I9305NXXUEML2

CSC: I9305NCOVENA2

MODEM: I9305NXXUEMK1

Version: Android 4.3 Jelly Bean

Build date: 17 December, 2013

Region: Sweden

Those who are staying outside Sweden may also install the new Jelly Bean firmware using our step-by-step guide. Note that I9305NXXUEML2 is an unbranded version of firmware and can be installed on any unlocked GT-I9305N unit, regardless of country and region.

IBTimes UK reminds its readers that it will not be held liable for any damage to the device. Before installing the official firmware, users are advised to verify that their devices meet following requirements.

Pre-requisites

1) Install USB Drivers for Samsung Galaxy S3 to connect the Android device with the computer.

2) Enable USB Debugging Mode on phone to connect it with computer and use Android SDK with it. [Navigate to Settings>> About phone. Tap on Build Number several times until a message appears saying 'You are now a Developer.' Now enable USB Debugging Mode by navigating to Settings>> Developer Options.]

3) As the tutorial is likely to wipe all data of the phone, create a backup. If the device is having any custom recoveries such as CWM or, TWRP installed then backup data using the recovery.

4) If the Android device powers off due to lack of battery while the installation process, it could damage the device. Therefore, the Galaxy S3 should have above 80% battery charge.

5) The device should be factory unlocked and not locked to a particular carrier.

6) The phone will lose custom ROM with the installation of official firmware. Additionally, the custom recovery will be replaced by stock recovery.

7) The device will no longer belong to a rooted version with the installation of official firmware.

8) I9305NXXUEML2 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean firmware works only with Samsung Galaxy S3 LTE GT-I9305N. As flashing this on any other variant might brick the device, verify the model number of Galaxy S3 by navigating to Settings>> About phone>> Model number.

Download file

I9305NXXUEML2 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean

Odin v3.07

How to install I9305NXXUEML2 Android 4.3 Jelly Bean on Galaxy S3 LTE (GT-I9305N)

Step-1: Extract the downloaded firmware zip using winrar/7zip/winzip or any extracting tool to get a .tar.md5 file with other files

Step-2: Extract Odin zip to get Odin3 v3.07.exe

Step-3: Switch off Galaxy S3

Step-4: Boot the phone into Download Mode by pressing and holding Volume Down, Home and Power buttons together until the construction Android robot icon with a warning triangle appears on the phone screen. Press the Volume Up button to continue to enter Download Mode

Step-5: Run Odin3 v3.07.exe as Administrator

Step-6: Connect the Galaxy S3 to computer using USB cable while it is in Download mode. Wait for some time until Odin detects the device. When the phone is connected successfully an Added message will appear under Odin. Also, the ID: COM box in Odin will turn blue with the COM port number, indicating successful connection

Note: If the Added message does not display then try re-installing USB drivers or changing USB port on the computer.

Step-7: Select these files extracted from I9305NXXUEML2 folder to install on the phone

a) Click the PDA button and select the .tar.md5 file

b) Click the Phone button and select file with MODEM in its name

c) Click the CSC button and select file with CSC in its name

d) Click the PIT button and select the .pit file

Note: Ignore the last three steps (step-b, c and d) if such files do not exist.

Step-8: Verify Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time checkboxes are selected in Odin. Uncheck Re-Partition option and select it only when a .pit file is used

Step-9: Click the Start button in Odin to begin the installation process

Step-10: When the installation process is completed, the phone will restart automatically and soon a PASS message with green background will appear in the extreme left box at the very top of Odin. Unplug the USB cable safely from the phone to disconnect it from the computer

I9305NXXUEML2 Android 4.3 firmware should now be installed on the Galaxy S3 LTE. Head over to Settings>> About phone to verify the new software version.

How to fix Bootloop issue

After flashing the firmware, if the Galaxy S3 gets stuck at boot animation or bootloop (after step-10), place the device into recovery mode by pressing and holding Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.

In recovery mode, perform data wiping task by selecting Wipe data/factory reset then select Wipe Cache Partition. Now reboot the phone by selecting reboot system now.

In recovery mode, use Volume keys to scroll between options and Power button to select the desired option. Performing wiping task will erase the phone's internal memory data.

[Source: Honai of Android]