Update via ODIN (step by step)
This firmware is for Asia version of Samsung Galaxy Ace S5830 specifically for Singtel network provider in Singapore users but can also be used by nearby South East Asian countries for it has the same firmware build, the only advantages is that, you'll get the Singtel's default CSC file and you will get some issues updating on Kies in your areas.
Disclaimer: i am not responsible if anything happens to your device by following this procedure. Proceed at your own risk. This is not advisable for beginners, for advance users and experts alike use only.
This is a manual method of updating Samsung Galaxy Ace device using Odin multi-downloader program, so you will need Odin multi-downloader program to be able to update your device.
Files you need:
1. Stock ROM: S5830DXKT5_S5830OLBKT3_XSO
2. OPS file : Cooper_v1.0.ops
3. Odin : Odin multi-downloader v4.38
password for downloading= RugadingKu.blogspot.com
zip password = samfirmware.com
password for downloading= RugadingKu.blogspot.com
zip password = samfirmware.com
once you download all the required file, extract it. For S5830DXKT5_S5830OLBKT3_XSO file, you will get S5830DXKT5_S5830OLBKT3_S5830DXKT4_HOME.tar.md5 file. There is also another file labeled "SS_DL>dll" but will not used in this process.
Important: Do the following before proceeding
** always backup all the important files stored in your the device.
** ensure that the battery is at-least 50% charge, much better if fully charge.
Step by step how to upgrade your Galaxy Ace to Gingerbread 2.3.6
1. Run Odin on your desktop.
2. on Odin click the OPS button and load the Cooper_v1.0.ops file on it.
3. check the One package in the checkbox option. (the Auto reboot and protect OPS remains to be checked)
4. then, at the lower part of Odin, click One package button and load the S5830DXKT5_S5830OLBKT3_S5830DXKT4_HOME.tar.md5 file.
6. if your device is already in download Mode, connect your phone to PC, on Odin window the COM port mapping should turn to yellow color indicate that the connection is OK.
7. now you can begin flashing your phone by hitting the "start" button.
8. the process will take around 4 to 5 minutes to complete, a progress bat on the left side of Odin will show you the downloading progress. A word "PASS" will display once it finished.
9. now you can unplug the phone from PC. Then do a factory data reset to clean all data caches and have a fresh firmware installed. You can do this by entering the Recovery mode. To enter this mode, switch off your phone and turn on again by pressing Home Button + Power Button, then toggle down using volume button and select Wipe Data/Factory Reset. you also can do this by typing this code *2767*3855#.
you can check the newly installed firmware update by typing *#1234#, or through "about phone" section under "setting".
Latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy Ace s5830 (Gingerbread 2.3.6) - 17/19/2012
Source: droidangel.blogspot.com
***Updated (06 march 2012)
For those who still looking for the official firmware, here is the list and also the latest firmware for Samsung Galaxy Ace GT s5830.
Firmware list from version 2.2.1 until the latest version 2.3.6 for all available county..
Choose your country and download and follow above instruction on how to flash/upgrade/downgrade your device manually....
Note:
for Password
## = samfirmware.com
# = samsung-firmwares.com
how to root it?
ReplyDeletehttp://rugadingku.blogspot.com/2011/10/rooting-android-233-or-234-gingerbread.html
Deletevideo for the process to root ace >> http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Xj-I34rhtds
ReplyDeletefor nepal which one is to be download suggest me please!!
ReplyDeletei'm not sure about nepal, but i think u can use india firmware. or u can try upgrading via kies.
ReplyDeleteu can also check this guy out, http://yagyagaire.blogspot.in/2012/03/upgrading-galaxy-ace-to-s5830ddkq8.html
YOUR PASSWORD UNVALID!!!!!!!!!!!!
ReplyDeletewhich password? there are 2 different passwords provided.
ReplyDeletethe odin downloader password?
ReplyDeletefixed, try downloading again.
ReplyDeletethe zipped file password samfirmware.com does not work !
ReplyDeletewhich firmware?
Deletesingapore firmware(S5830DXKT5_S5830OLBKT3_XSO)?
ure password for zip is invalid !!!!!
ReplyDeletei've tried it for 10 times !!!!!
which firmware u hv downloaded?
DeletePassword: samfirmware.com (if the password don't work it means your download is corrupted, it already proven and works for us)
Deletesource for this tutorial:
http://droidangel.blogspot.com/2011/12/odin-flashing-how-to-install-s5830dxkt5.html
Link for asia firmware was updated,
ReplyDeleteS5830DXKT5_S5830OLBKT3_XSO (password removed)..
help!! infinite loops occur!! how to fix this??
ReplyDeleteWipe data/factory reset in recover mode. how to get to recovery mode > switch off your phone, then turn on your phone, power + middle button.
Deleteif in odin screen there is a message shown that "--- cannot open the usb serial port. code: 5",, so how to fix it??
ReplyDeleteO yaar chhodo ye sab faltu ka kam follow this for Samsung S5830.
ReplyDeletemenu-setting-about phone hear u can find software update option go there and register yourself after register click on software update follow the step.Sim me internet pack hona chahiye,battery full charged honi chahiye.Now enjoy with latest firmware.
Sidhi Baat No Bakwaas.
why mine take more than 5 minutes and it continue till 30 mnute
ReplyDeleteWhere the uk downlaod firmeware
ReplyDeleteGT-S5830 - United Kingdom (Vodafone)(2.3.5)
Deletehttp://hotfile.com/dl/146330164/d393eea/S5830BUKS2_S5830VODKS1_VOD.zip.html
or
GT-S5830 - United Kingdom / Ireland (2.3.6)
http://www.hotfile.com/dl/156521491/6ab255f/S5830XWKPY_S5830XEUKP1_XEU.zip.html
I have upgrade Android Gingerbread 2.3.6 succesfully but i can't read HINDI & GUJRATI languge....
ReplyDeleteany solution????
u should upgrade using india firmware. the one in this tutorial dont have hindi language. you can upgrade via kies or if u r using odin, u can download the firmware from samsung website or download from table above or here the link:
Deletehttp://www.hotfile.com/dl/148986856/f274ebd/S5830DDKQ8_S5830ODDKQ7_INU.zip.html
Thank's.
DeleteWorked for me!!! thanks a bunch!!
ReplyDeletethank you! your instruction is much better from other blog which gave me full-waste-of-time instruction. thank you again.
ReplyDeleteIs the firmware udgradation risky?
ReplyDeleteIts just Aswme Sala!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!jst I have done it......:-)
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ReplyDeletepress volume button +center+lock
ReplyDeleteu would have pressed volume up button which has lead to ramdump screen
cant add the ops file:(
ReplyDeletenice blog....with help of it i upgraded my Sansung Galaxy Ace to Android Gingerbread 2.3.6.it's workind dude....
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my phone after flashing firmware cnt recognise sim card. wat shld i do
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ReplyDeleteTry USB JIG to repair soft-bricked phone(i u have or can find it), u can find a lot of tutorials in youtube on how to do it, otherwise sending to shop is a wise option. Baiko min'game elo t...
Deletehi every one i try with india stock in my samsung galaxy ace but can't not...:(.
ReplyDeleteany suggestion please ..thanks a lot
i was doing the update in my mobile. but my friend unknowingly unplugged it from laptop now there is a error screen coming whwnever i am starting my mobile ... what to do??? :-(
ReplyDeletetry re-flashing your phone using above method.
Deleteenter download Mode: by pressing Volume Down + Power + Middle Keys
or if u cannot enter donwnload mode try entering recovery mode by pressing Home Button + Power Button. And do the factory reset, and clear cache(data will be lost). Update your phone again using above method.
Can upload Malaysia ver into mediafire?
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Deletehelp me i am just doing all this and it is taken 28 minutes and the green bar isnt moving and i am using odin 4.42
ReplyDeleteSir, i have follow the same process as written in your blog.
ReplyDeleteMy mobile is in downloading mode and odin is showing 25 minute and still running. not completed as writtn in 5-6 minute. Please tell me now what to do?