How to flash a tablet through a computer?

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The firmware of the tablet can cause a differentuser big problems if he does not have instructions for use. Therefore, we have prepared an article for everyone who wants to flash their tablet through a computer.

Preparing for firmware

Firmware tablet may be needed in thatIf the operating system of the device does not work correctly. Can, of course, help hardware reset the settings, but if it does not help, then it is recommended to perform the firmware of the device. In order to flash the device in the safest way, you will need to do the following:

To begin with, you need to charge the device to 80 percent.
You also need to create backup copies to save the information.

Next, we'll look at several ways that can help to flash the device.

Computer Update

This method is suitable for those who do not havesufficiently stable signal wi-fi. Thanks to this method, you can update the firmware of your tablet via a computer. To do this, you can use special utilities, for example, Samsung kies. For Sony, this utility is called Flashtool. As for other manufacturers, in their case the Odin program will work.

How to flash a Samsung tablet

Let's analyze the firmware of the tablet using a specific example. In this case, we'll look at how you can flash the Samsung tablet. It is best to use the Odin program. You can download this program on this site.

Before using the program, make sure that Samsung kies is disabled.

Then follow these steps:

Run the program. Download the firmware for your device. To do this, you need to enter the name of the model and the phrase "official firmware" in the search string. Download the firmware and unzip it to the Odin program folder. In the settings of your device, activate the "debug usb" mode.
After that, you need to transfer your device to boot mode. To do this, you need to hold down the power key and the volume swing in the down position. Hold the buttons for a few seconds.
Connect your device to the computer. Run the Odin program and find the firmware file. Now you need to check the "auto reboot" and "reset time" checkboxes.
Then press the start button. Wait until the firmware has been updated and your tablet is rebooted.

Additional advice

To maintain the relevance of the operating roomsystem of your tablet, you can update it with wi-fi. If your computer is connected to a wireless network, then you can use the so-called wireless update. To use this method, you need to go to the settings of your device and select the "About the device" item. In the "Update" menu, check the box next to "Automatic update".

Thus, the system will automatically update the OS of your tablet to the newest version. This will not require you to participate.

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