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How to Root Galaxy S6/S6 Edge on Android 5.1.1! - Page 2

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Step 2. Hit on the “Build number” about 5 times until it says you are a developer or developer mode is on.

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Step 3. Hit the back button, then you will see a new menu called, “Developer options”, tap on it.

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Step 4. Make sure “OEM unlocking” is checked ON.  Make sure you do this step as if you don’t, you will not be able to install custom kernel!!!

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Step 5. Power off your Galaxy S6 or S6 Edge, then hold down Volume Down, Center Home, and Power buttons together for about 5 seconds until you see the warning screen like below and let go of all the buttons.

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Step 6. Hit the Volume Up key to put your phone into ODIN Download mode and connect a micro-USB cable from your S6/S6 Edge to your computer.

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Step 7. Go to our Root Kernels page and download the appropriate root kernel for your model of Galaxy S6/S6 Edge.

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Step 8. Also download the ODIN v3.10.6 and unzip the files then run the EXE file.  You should see a blue-highlighted box with random COM number.  If you don’t see this, download and install the Samsung Galaxy S6/S6 Edge USB drivers.  You may have to unplug and re-plug the micro-USB cable after installing the USB drivers.

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