UPDATE 1: If you’re experiencing graphics related problem, then that’s probably because you’re upgrading from an Android 2.2 Froyo build. So to solve your graphical issues you’ll have to flash XXJVK with bootloaders, you can download it from here. Installation process is similar, just use the file with bootloaders.
UPDATE 2: For everyone who is having graphical issues, download & flash the ROM with bootloaders from here — named “GT_I9000_XXJVK_XXJVK_OXAJVK_Sbl.exe”, Size: 146.72 MB. Installation process is similar.
UPDATE 3: The post has been edited to replace the JVK Download links with the its with_bootloaders version. It’s been said that the with_bootloaders version is a bit risky, but if you want to install the custom ROMs and do other stuff, you’re gonna need it anyway. Also, users who tried the without_bootloaders version of XXJVK are facing lot of problems (like graphical issues as told in the comments below) and it’s said that the with_bootloaders version takes care of that too.
UPDATE 4: A new official ROM — XWJVB (final release for Europe) — is available too. We’ve already covered it. Here’s How to Install XWJVB and How to Root XWJVB and install CWM. Enjoy!
For more clarity of versions, here are the file names of two version with respective size:
- JVK_with_bootloaders —
GT_I9000_XXJVK_XXJVK_OXAJVK_Sbl.exe (size 146.72 MB)
-
JVK_without_bootloaders — GT_I9000_XXJVK_XXJVK_OXAJVK.exe (size 146 MB)
So, we would suggest you to download the with_bootloaders version — size: 146.72 MB — so that you don’t face graphical and other issues and also are able to apply custom ROMs made on JVK — we’ll covering these ROMs too, soon.
In case you want to download the without_bootloaders version of XXJVK, here’s the download link. Install Instructions same as for with_bootloaders version given below.
The instructions below (together with links have been updated, to install with_bootloaders version.
[info]This guide is applicable only for Samsung’s Galaxy S international version (i9000). If yours is Vibrant/Captivate/Fascinate/Epic 4G or any other Galaxy S variant, then this ROM — and Guide — is not for you, and that’s for definite.[/info]
[warning] The methods and procedures discussed here are considered risky and you should not attempt if you don’t totally know what it is. If any damage occurs to you or your device, we won’t be held responsible. You only will be responsible — you’ve been warned. Okay![/warning]
Follow these step-by-step directions to install XXJVK Android 2.3.3 ROM on your Galaxy S:
- Download XXJVK with_bootloaders. File name — GT_I9000_XXJVK_XXJVK_OXAJVK_Sbl.exe. Download Link. [Whether you’re coming from Froyo or have already tried XXJV1 we would suggest with_bootloades version.]
- Extract the self-extracting ‘GT_I9000_XXJVK_XXJVK_OXAJVK_Sbl.exe’ file by double clicking on it. You’ll get 3 files:
- CSC_OXAJVK.tar.md5,
- PDA_XXJVK.tar.md5 and
- PHONE_XXJVK.tar.md5.
- Download the file: Odin-1.7with.pit.512.803.zip from here. Extract it to get these files:
- Odin3 v1.7,
- s1_odin_20100512.pit and (No use in this guide)
- s1_odin_20100803.pit. (No use in this guide)
- Switch Off your Galaxy S. Make sure it’s disconnected from PC and connect it only when told.
- Now, put it in Download Mode. For that, press and hold these keys together – Volume Down + Power Button + Home Button.
- Now, head over to Odin (from step 3.1, double-click to run the program on computer) and place the files as per the instructions given in steps 8, 9 and 10. Also, for reference, check the image at the top.
- Leave the PIT box empty.
- In the PDA box, select this file (from step 2.2) — PDA_XXJVK.tar.md5
- In the Phone box, select this file (from step 2.3) — PHONE_XXJVK.tar.md5
- In the CSC box, select this file (from step 2.1) — CSC_OXAJVK.tar.md5
- Make sure to uncheck ‘Re-Partition’.
- Keep ‘Auto Reboot’ & ‘F. Reset Time’ boxes checked.
- Now connect your phone (which is in Download Mode since step 5) to computer.
- Upon connecting, Odin will show “Added” under the message box.
- Now, hit the START button to let the process begin.
- When process at Odin finishes your phone will automatically reboot. You can unplug the cable now. That is, disconnect your phone from PC now, when reboot starts.
- When your phone has restarted, you are on the XXJVK Android 2.3.3 Gingerbread ROM of Galaxy S. Congrats!
- Check your phone’s version by here: Press Options -> Settings -> Scroll down and select About Phone -> Scroll down and check your version.
Video guide
[valid] Want to get root access on XXJVK?
Well I’ve posted a rooting guide too, follow the link below:
Root XXJVK – Android 2.3.3 ROM for Galaxy S i9000 [/valid]
[info]If you experience a problem in getting the ROM flashed with the steps given above, try flashing the ROM again, but with 512 PIT file this time, and keep the ‘Re-Partition’ box checked. All other things same as in steps given above.[/info]
To read the differences in “bootloader” version and “without bootloader” version, go here. Or below is the quoted summary from the link:
- XXJVK firmware with-out bootloaders + Froyo/Eclair bootloaders on device = Graphics/Screen corruption + Can’t enter Recovery Mode
- XXJVK firmware with-out bootloaders + XWJV1(GB Beta) bootloaders on device = OK!
- XWJV1(GB Beta) firmware with-out bootloaders + XXJVK bootloaders on device = OK!
- Froyo firmware with-out bootloaders + XXJVK or XWJV1(GB Beta) bootloaders on device = OK!
Let us know in comments below how XXJVK Android 2.3.3 ROM works on your Galaxy S (i9000).
441 responses to “How to Install XXJVK Android 2.3.3 ROM on Samsung Galaxy S [Instructions]”
Hey guys just after flashing my Galaxy S with this method and it worked a treat!!! Thanks for the instructions….
Glad!
plz guys tell that this rom can be in frensh languge
Hey….. this ROM is European, so I think it supports French. Check out the installation video (4 mins 55 seconds), there is a proof that it supports way too many languages and so, I think French should be there.
Will this work on a Canadian i9000m?
I don’t think so. And I don’t recommend it.
woowww realy fast!thanks
perfect! :)))
cannot go into download mode?? help
Make sure your phone has completely switched off. Wait for it to vibrate a little after the screen goes off.
Plus, make sure you’re holding the correct buttons together — volumedown+home+power.
If you can’t enter the download mode, you really shouldn’t try this.
Can i update my i9000 without it being rooted??
This is a stock ROM and isn’t pre-rooted. So, applying this ROM doesn’t result in Rooting unless you do it manually separately. But if you want to play it very safe, wait for Samsung to roll the update out via its Kies PC software.
My Odin stopped at:
Added!!
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
PDA_XXJVK_Sbl.tar.md5 is valid.
PHONE_XXJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
CSC_OXAJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Odin v.3 engine (ID:5)..
File analysis..
SetupConnection..
Do I have a bricked Galaxy S?
Well, if you can enter the download mode, your phone isn’t bricked, I guess. What’s your phone’s version? This ROM is only for Galaxy S i9000.
And if yours is i9000, make sure you’re doing everything right. Check the video for assistance.
Hey guys just after flashing my Galaxy S with this method and it worked a treat!!! Thanks for the instructions….
Glad!
It seems I made a mistake and connected the phone in recovery mode instead of download mode.
Now it is installing the package after the reboot.
Thanx a lot for the instructions!
Just installed it on my t-mobile UK bog standard GT-I9000, works perfectly, although not a lot of change with system…thanks a lot, just couldn’t be bothered for kies….. ;>
Galaxy S GT-I9000 England..
Cool!
plz guys tell that this rom can be in frensh languge
Hey….. this ROM is European, so I think it supports French. Check out the installation video (4 mins 55 seconds), there is a proof that it supports way too many languages and so, I think French should be there.
Will this work on a Canadian i9000m?
I don’t think so. And I don’t recommend it.
woowww realy fast!thanks
perfect! :)))
cannot go into download mode?? help
Make sure your phone has completely switched off. Wait for it to vibrate a little after the screen goes off.
Plus, make sure you’re holding the correct buttons together — volumedown+home+power.
If you can’t enter the download mode, you really shouldn’t try this.
Can i update my i9000 without it being rooted??
This is a stock ROM and isn’t pre-rooted. So, applying this ROM doesn’t result in Rooting unless you do it manually separately. But if you want to play it very safe, wait for Samsung to roll the update out via its Kies PC software.
My Odin stopped at:
Added!!
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
PDA_XXJVK_Sbl.tar.md5 is valid.
PHONE_XXJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
CSC_OXAJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Odin v.3 engine (ID:5)..
File analysis..
SetupConnection..
Do I have a bricked Galaxy S?
Well, if you can enter the download mode, your phone isn’t bricked, I guess. What’s your phone’s version? This ROM is only for Galaxy S i9000.
And if yours is i9000, make sure you’re doing everything right. Check the video for assistance.
It seems I made a mistake and connected the phone in recovery mode instead of download mode.
Now it is installing the package after the reboot.
Thanx a lot for the instructions!
Added!!
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
PDA_XXJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
PHONE_XXJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
CSC_OXAJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Odin v.3 engine (ID:7)..
File analysis..
SetupConnection..
then stopped then after i try to restart the phone it just showed me an icon with a phone connecting to computer.. what does that means….
Hi man, if I’m using the other non official version for 2.2. 1, should I flash it to the origianl official version or just flash it?
You can flash it right away.
I found it better than the previous version, the phone is more responsive, I have not the time to bug out for the main functions.
I agree with you. It’s a lot better than Android 2.3.2 ROM, XWJV1.
Just installed it on my t-mobile UK bog standard GT-I9000, works perfectly, although not a lot of change with system…thanks a lot, just couldn’t be bothered for kies….. ;>
Galaxy S GT-I9000 England..
Cool!
Chinese passing
Downloaded from samfirmware.com. Install is all ok.. works fine but… No 3G access!! Internet only via wifi.
excellent…the updating instructions are great and process took very little time 🙂
Thanks a lot
i cant go in recovery mode. it hangs on galaxy s screen and it wont go in recovery mode, and something wired is happening with the screen while booting.
You don’t need to go to recovery mod to apply this ROM. Is it this that you’ve applied the ROM successfully and after that, you’re having trouble with recovery mod??
works perfectly,I found it better than the previous version, the phone is more responsive.cheers.!
should I change file system to rfs before flashing?
Yes. You should remove any lagfix you have. Go to recovery for that.
Added!!
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
PDA_XXJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
PHONE_XXJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
CSC_OXAJVK.tar.md5 is valid.
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Odin v.3 engine (ID:7)..
File analysis..
SetupConnection..
then stopped then after i try to restart the phone it just showed me an icon with a phone connecting to computer.. what does that means….
My Camera has problem when up this room. Please help
Hi man, if I’m using the other non official version for 2.2. 1, should I flash it to the origianl official version or just flash it?
You can flash it right away.
I found it better than the previous version, the phone is more responsive, I have not the time to bug out for the main functions.
I agree with you. It’s a lot better than Android 2.3.2 ROM, XWJV1.
Chinese passing
Hi,
This is my first time flashing, your instructions helped me alot. I have got Gingerbread on my phone and working flawlessly.
One problem, during boot up, my screen goes into like a white noise, pixely type look, Im worried that it’ll screw up my phone, is there anyway to remove it?
I guess, the problem with screen is of Android, I think even Nexus S on Android 2.3.3 suffers from that. So, cannot really do anything with that. Hope Google fixes that and Samsung integrates the same for us too. 🙂
Oh okay, but it did occur while in camera mode. Also my phone restarts when listening to music but they’re gone now.
I need help with this one since it’s really urgent. My recovery mode is not on my phone anymore, after the flash, it dissapeared. I seriously need it back but I don’t know how.
Thanks for your help anyway 🙂
Downloaded from samfirmware.com. Install is all ok.. works fine but… No 3G access!! Internet only via wifi.
Guys, I’ve purchased my SGS in Saudi Arabia and I’m sick of it’s branded software – I can’t run Android Market on it even!!! And there is a few useless programs like Quran and Prayer Times. Also I can’t have my mother language installed which is Polish.
Uploading your ROM is the only chance for me – please tell me if you think it’s (relatively) secure to upgrade my phone:
Model: GT-I9000
Firmware: 2.2
Baseband: I9000JXJPE
Kernel: 2.6.32.9 root@se0s606 #91
Build: FROYO.JPJPG
Hello Andrew, this is a leaked ROM based on Android 2.3.3. if you want to keep things very safe, I recommend you wait for Samsung to roll out the update officially (via kies).
That apart, I’ve noted your phone’s details and it seems to me your phone is compatible with XXJVK. You can try it if it’s urgent to you but this is always a bit risky. So, you’ve to take a decision and you only will be responsible.
BTW, if Polish language is all you want, I recommend you to go to Settings -> Locale and Text -> Select locale. I think you will get the polish language there. As for this Android 2.3.3 ROM, it has polish language, I’ve just checked it on my phone.
Hope everything is clear to you. Good Luck!
Thanks for the information, however who doesn’t risk doesn’t have any gains/achievements 😉
I looked for LOCALE and there are only a few strange languages on it like Urdu, Hindu and Arabic :(. I have also downloaded MORE LOCALE but somehow it wouldn’t help apart from changing program/icon names to Polish. I’d love to have SWYPE in Polish though.
Also I think that if I wait for KIES all I get will be another version of the arabic soft.
Please tell me – is there any possibility to back up the current ROM of my phone? And what if things go wrong? Do I need to pay Samsung service to install the software for me or simply the phone is dead?
Cool. And your view abt Kies update doesn’t look misplaced to me.
You can backup your ROM using the ROM Manager free app from market. But that will require your phone to be rooted. You can use the z4root android app to root your phone — search for it on our website.
Btw, know that these procedures and methods are considered risky and you onlu will be responsible for your device.
Lastly, I don’t know for sure, but I think Samsung guys will charge you to repair your phone if anything goes unexpected. That’s just what I think.
Works on Saudi Arabia Samsung Galaxy S.
No more Quran in my phone, Android Market works now and a full set of the most popular languages/locales added.Phone seems to be a lot faster. Automatically updated the STC mobile internet setup as well. Update process as easy as piece of a cake – and I am a rookie in these things.
I had a problem with the camera at first but somehow everything seems to be working now without any action from my side. The only problem I can see after a day of testing is this graphic crash screen on startup but it’s merely aesthetic thing.
Hi I just bought a GT i900 from dubai and its only a month old. Now its not booting up after I powered it off yesterday. I came across this site and at the very top its mentioned that I can fix the ROM for international i900 and not for Vibrant/Captivate/Fascinate/Epic 4G. So how do I figure out which model is mine? and if I can update my fone?
please help.
This RON isn’t meant to repair stuff. I won’t suggest you to try this ROM. I think you should visit the Samsung Store.
excellent…the updating instructions are great and process took very little time 🙂
Thanks a lot
Hi, my galaxy s is 2.2.1 Baseband I9000XXJPW Kernel Version 2.6.32.9 root@SEP-51 #1 Build Number FROYO.XXJPW………… Do you know if this version can be upgraded to 2.3.3? Thanks
Works like a treat! Just enter your APN settings and you’re golden!
i cant go in recovery mode. it hangs on galaxy s screen and it wont go in recovery mode, and something wired is happening with the screen while booting.
You don’t need to go to recovery mod to apply this ROM. Is it this that you’ve applied the ROM successfully and after that, you’re having trouble with recovery mod??
works perfectly,I found it better than the previous version, the phone is more responsive.cheers.!
Hi, will it work on Galaxy I9003?
thank You!
It is said to be specifically for i9000. With i9003, it’s gamble, even more than normal. I won’t suggest you trying this ROM.
should I change file system to rfs before flashing?
Yes. You should remove any lagfix you have. Go to recovery for that.
This version supports the Chinese do
No!
can I use this way to my korea version galaxyS(SHW-M110S)?
I think you should not try this. XXJVK is only for Galaxy S i9000 version.
My Camera has problem when up this room. Please help
Just upgraded.. Ireland. very easy and noticeably faster. Thank you
The flashing worked like a charm, but there are some missing pieces.
Until now I’ve noticed that some startup screens are scrambled, they look like a graphics failure and also very important 3G internet connection does not work on this firmware.
my HSPA works fine.