Backup and Restore EFS or IMEI On Samsung Galaxy Devices

Backup and Restore EFS or IMEI on Samsung Galaxy Devices
Jun 20, 2013

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How to Backup and Restore EFS / IMEI on Samsung Galaxy

Devices Did You Do It?
posted by Rakesh Shukla
Updated on 16th January, 2014
I am not sure how many of you visiting this page are familiar
with the presence and importance of the EFS thing that we
are going to talk about today!Actually, I often hear people
requesting to offer a solution of a problem that makes them
unable to make a call, send a message, access internet or
any connectivity related thing. Imagine a mobile phone
without a network connection at all and youll then realize
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how horrible it is!

So, if EFS is so important a thing, it must be preserved so
that you might be able to use all connectivity features of your
device. This thing is found in all mobile devices which have
an IMEI (International Mobile Equipment Identity)number
assigned to it but the location and directory where it is stored
might differ. On Samsung Galaxy devices, the IMEI and
other connectivity data are stored in this particular folder that
I have been mentioned several times so far.
What is EFS?
Having read about the role of EFS on your Samsung Galaxy phone or tablet device, you must be a little more curious
to know something more about it. EFS is a system directory that contains device specific essential information such
as its IMEI, wireless device MAC address, baseband version, product code, system ID and NV data.
In case the EFS directory is corrupted or lost, your phone or tablet is sure to lose its IMEI number and wireless and
network connectivity. You might ask how and why does the EFS data on your device might be lost or get corrupted?
The answer is pretty simple and the reason might be a daring activity on your part. Sometimes flashing a custom
Kernel (as reported by some users) and in most cases installing a custom ROM is responsible of the EFS data loss.
In this way, the EFS or IMEI loss is deeply related with what you do after rooting your Samsung Galaxy device.
Keeping this thing in mind most of our ROM developers insert a script that automatically creates a backup of the
EFS data on the external SD Card so that you might restore it back in case of loss or corruption. But it is certainly
not wise to rely blindly on the wisdom of others. That is why, whenever we write installation tutorials for custom
ROMs for Galaxy device, we warn users to backup EFS before indulging in any custom development activity.
Sadly, most people come to know about the thing called EFS only when it is too late. Once lost without being
backed up, recovering it becomes very much like a wild goose chase. You might have heard or faced personally the
issue when your device shows inability to mount EFS:
E: failed to mount / efs (invalid argument)
If you get this message on your phones screen, believe me you have got into a serious problem. Of course, there
are ways to restore EFS data, but they are either not available for all devices online or they do not work at all.
It has been well said that prevention is better than cure and this saying hold quite true in this case too. Therefore,
the first thing that one must do just after rooting and installing a custom recovery ones device is to backup the EFS
and the stock rooted firmware. For more enlightening tips, do not forget to read the following article:
Things to Do Before and After Installing a Custom ROM
Reasons for EFS Data Loss or Corruption:

Manually upgrading and downgrading firmware. Some users reported that they lost their IMEI during official OTA
update.
Installing a custom ROM or mod might mishandle system configuration, resulting in corrupt EFS.
Any kind of bad flashing, clash between new and old kernel systems can also lead to the EFS data corruption
and IMEI loss.
Tools and Methods to Backup and Restore EFS
EFS Professional:
As the very title of this article says, we are going to tell about a very easy solution to backup the EFS on your
Samsung Galaxy device. It is a simple but wonderful tool developed by XDA member LiquidPerfection that makes
this job a plaything that can be done by anybody. The tool is calledEFS Professional and it supports most Galaxy
range of Android devices from Samsung.
The latest version of the software also supports Samsung Galaxy S4 International (GT-I9500), Galaxy S4 LTE (GTI9505), AT&T S4 (SGH-I747), Verizon Galaxy S4 (SCH-I545) and others. I have also tested it on Galaxy S3, S2,
Note 2 and Note 10.1. Besides,EFS Professional works with other Galaxy phones and tablets too.
Features of EFS Professional:

Backup and restore partition images to and from in .tar.gz format
Detects backup archives automatically on the device and PC for hassle free restoring
Device filter support to allow displaying important partitions for various devices
Extract and read devices PIT file to ensure efficient and accurate backup and restore operations
Check MD5 hash to verify integrity of data written
Format EFS to wipe all data and recreate partition
Samsungs Qualcomm devices support
Option to display various device, ROM and BusyBox related information at the click of a button
Restore NV data from internal *.bak files if they exist to fix corrupt or incorrect IMEI number
Repair NV data file ownership to fix Unknown baseband and No signal issues
NV Backup and NV Restore options for US device variants only
Requirements:
Before you can backup your devices EFS data safely to your device and PC both, here are a few things that must be
taken care of:
A Samsung Galaxy Device with root access (custom recovery not needed). If you have not yet rooted your
device, you can do it using our easy Rooting Tutorials.
TheEFS Professional tool:EFS_Professional_2.0.70_Release.zip
Microsoft .NET Framework installed on your computer:DotNetFx40_Full_setup.exe
Samsung USB Drivers or Kies installed on your PC: Download
Install BusyBox app stable version 1.20.2 on your phone. Install the app on your phone open it. Tap on
BusyBox version number and select BusyBox 1.20.2. Finally, then tap on Install and install it as Smart
Install.
Charge your device to ensure 60% battery level.
Turn on USB Debugging mode on your phone or tablet from Developer Options on your device: Read This
Guide
UsingEFS Professional to Backup EFS:

So, do you think you are ready for action now? Make sure you have made all preparations detailed above. If yes,
lets get started now.
1. Extract the EFS_Professional.zip on your desktop.
2. Connect your Galaxy device to PC using an USB cable. Make sure USB Debugging is enabled.
3. RunEFS Professional.exe file as administrator. Doing this will prompt a popup window like shown below:
4. Click on EFS Professional.

5. You will now see a new window.Once the device is detected, the lower part of the window will show the device
status and info such as model number, firmware version, root and BusyBox version, etc.
6. Click on Backup tab and then click on Device Filter dropdown and select your phone model. If you do not see
it listed, click on Refresh button and then select it.
7. EFS Professional will now show the system partition where the EFS data of your device is located. Check the
Select All box.
8. Finally, click on Backup and your EFS data will be backed up to your phone and the PC both. The backup on
PC can be found in the EFS Professional folder inside EFSProBackupand it looks like this: GTI9500_2013618_222210.tar.gz
How to Restore EFS/IMEI:
Having backed up your EFS data, you might take a calm breath and feel a sense of security but it is also important to
be familiar with the method how you can restore it back to your Samsung Galaxy device in case you lose it.
1. Connect your device to PC
2. Launch EFS Professional and click on Restore tab.
3. Now click on the drop down menu in Restore options part of the window and select the previously backed up
file.
4. You can also format the currently corrupted EFS directly.

5. Now click on Restore button.
Your Samsung Galaxy devices EFS/IMEI should now be restored back to its original location. Dia *#06# on your
phones keypad to check it it has IMEI number or not.
Some Screenshots for Reference:
Backup EFS Using kTool:

There is yet another handy utility for backing up the EFS and NV data on your Samsung Galaxy device. It is a free
app and called kTool. Since it is a phone-based utility, it is easier to use. It supports almost all Samsung devices
except the Qualcomm based LTE devices.
Needless to say that the app demands root access on your phone and besides backing up and restoring the
sensitive EFS/IMEI/NV data, it can also perform various other tasks likeBoot device into Download and Recovery mode
Dump and Flash kernel (and recovery) to /sdcard/zImage
Flash recovery from /sdcard/recovery.bin
Note: In case you notice that your phones lockscreen is not working properly after backing up the EFS, go to
Advanced Settings in the kTool menu and enableAlternate EFS Dump Method.
Download Latest kTool:
kTool
Developer:
Download @
Google Play
Price: Free
EFS Backup/Restore via Aroma Installer:

You might be already familiar with Aroma. It is a custom recovery based installer that can install custom mods, ROMs
and scripts. Unlike CWM or TWRP, Aroma Installer allows users choose from various options and provides
customized installation. If you have a rooted phone with either of the above-mentioned recoveries installed on it, you
can download the Aroma Installer from below and backup your phones EFS data and, if needed, restore it later.
Downloads:
Download one of the following Aroma installersEFS_Professional_2.0.68_Release.zip
DrKetan_MultiTool_AdvanceV5.zip
How to Use Aroma Installer:

1. Copy the Aroma installer zip package to your phone.
2. Turn off your phone and boot it into recovery mode. It can be done by holding down the Volume
Up+Home+Power buttons at the same time for about 4-6 seconds.
3. When you are in CWM or TWRP recovery mode, go to install zip from sdcard> choose zip from sdcard and
then select the installer zip. TWRP users can simply tap on Install button and select the file.
4. When prompted, confirm the action.
5. Doing this will take you to Aroma Installer interface. Now all you have to do is to select the desired option and tap
the Next button.
Using Terminal Emulator to Backup/Restore EFS:

The users who own a Samsung Galaxy device with root access but no custom recovery can use a free app called
Terminal Emulator to backup and restore EFS on their device. Here is how it can be done:
1. Download and install Terminal Emulator app on your phone:
Android Terminal Emulator

Developer:
Download @
Google Play
Price: Free
2. Open the app and grant SuperUser permission when you are prompted to do so.
3. When you see the Terminal Emulator box, type the following command:
To backup EFS on external SD Card:
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p3 of=/storage/sdcard/efs.img bs=4096
To backup EFS on external SD Card:

dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p3 of=/storage/extSdCard/efs.img bs=4096
4. Please note that all commands are case sensitive and even a minor mistake will hider the successful backup.
Type the command line carefully.
5. If everything goes fine, your EFS data will be backed up to the internal or external storage of your device.
6. Do not forget to save the backed up data to your computer or a cloud storage for safety and future use. You can
find this file as EFS.img on your device.
Now here is how you can restore the backed up EFS using Terminal Emulator:
Launch the app and type the following command depending on the location of the EFS.img file:
To restore EFS on external SD Card:
dd if=/storage/sdcard/efs.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p3 bs=4096
To restore EFS on external SD Card:

dd if=/storage/extSdCard/efs.img of=/dev/block/mmcblk0p3 bs=4096
Note:
In case the terminal Emulator method (using the above commands) does not work for you, it might be due to the
location of EFS partition on your phone. To fix that, you can try this:
Install a root file browser app:
Root Browser
Developer:
Download @
Google Play
Price: Free
Open the app and go to dev/block directory and note down the exact path of EFS data files.
Now edit the file path in the command line accordingly:
dd if=/dev/block/mmcblk0p3 of=/storage/sdcard/efs.img bs=4096
Backup/Restore EFS Using CWM/TWRP:

You can also backup EFS using custom recovery tools like TWRP and Philz Recovery. I do not think you need a
guide to do that. Here is a screenshot of TWRP from my Galaxy S4. The option is found under Backup head.
Backup and Restore EFS with Samsung Tool:

Though this post already has several solutions for backing up and restoring EFS/IMEI on Samsung Galaxy devices,
we keep looking for even easier methods. The Samsung Tool byricky310711from XDA forum is yet another smart
tool that lets you backup your phones EFS in .img format to your phones internal or external storage. When
required, you can restore the EFS using the same tool.
The backed up EFS file is saved to the following locationStorage/ extSDCard/ Samsung Tools. We tested the tool on
Samsung Galaxy S4 and Note 3 and it worked fineBesides, Samsung Tool also works as a reboot manager app. It
lets you reboot your Samsung device into Download and Recovery modes without pressing the hardware keys.
Download Samsung Tool:

Samsung_EFS_Tool_2.0.apk [mirror]
Apart from the tools discussed in this article, you can find many others that work with specific device models. You
can try them too! With a hope that it proves helpful to the community, allow me to wind up here. If you have question
or problem related to the topic, feel free to leave a comment below. Cheers!
Other Tips for Samsung Users:

How to Downgrade Firmware on Samsung Galaxy Devices
How to Delete/Merge Duplicate Contacts on Your Phone
How to Enable Your Native Language on Samsung Galaxy Devices
source, 2, 3
Backup EFS
Backup IMEI
Restore EFS Data
Galaxy Note 2 Tips and Tricks
Restore Lost IMEI Number
Galaxy S3 Tips and Tricks
Samsung Galaxy S4
Galaxy S4 Tips and Tricks
Recover IMEI
Tips and Tricks
About the Author

A multi-faceted person with his heart and mind in English literature and technology,
RakeshShukla is a teacher by profession and Android lover by vocation. He has penned
down numerous books and has been a theme-maker, modder and a small-time developer
of Android.He enjoys learning, discovering, growing and sharing the newest and latest
trends in the world of Android.You can checkout his workhere.
Current Devices:Nexus
5, Galaxy Note 3 , HTC One, Galaxy Note 10.1, Xperia Z1, and iPhone 4S.
Published by: Rakesh Shukla
http://droidviews.com/ Rakesh
There is none.
Wibisono Tan
Rakesh
any method to backup imei without root the phone?
Askhat
Hi,
I use SGS4.So after upgrating firmware I lost EFS data and any mobile connection. IMEI request gives a result
null/null. I tryed to use EFS Professional but after USB-connection was done the program shows only this
message: Checking application environment Okay. Initializing ADB server(see image below) and I cant do
any other actions with it. What does it mean? I need your help. Thanks.
DroidViews
@Preetraj SidhuFormatting does not wipe IMEI.
preetrajsidhu
@Rakesh ok brom afraid tht by formatting my phnes imei will again become 0049xxx.???? wat to do ?
and how to reboot after format ???????
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hey bro i want custom rom for xolo q1000 pls help me give me link here
Try this: remove your SIM, then format the device, put the SIM back and reboot the phone.
Preetraj Sidhu
i have msg centre no.bt m unable to save it
Thonney
did u backup? without backup, there is nothing you can do. send for repair or find someone with a box
Thonney
Simply find a friend on similar network (e.g im on vodafone, so look for other vodafone user) and find their message
centre no. itll be under messaging -> settings
Hi Brad, seems you got TWRP finally.
TWRP way is pretty easier.
As for the EFS backup, you can use any of the methods but obviously the
Brad
is it possible to backup imei with twrp recovery like the article says or should i follow the process in the first part of
article
ALi
but my mobile droped signal .. i tried but situation is same
Preetraj Sidhu
i do..bt it doesnt solve my prob..it says unable to save message centre no.
Yes, you can.
Preetraj Sidhu
okcan i reset now ????
r u sure bro that nothing happen to my imei no. ???
Data/factory reset does not touch EFS partition.
Preetraj Sidhu
hi bro.m afraid tht by wiping / reset cache my phnes imei will again become 0049xxx.???? becoz i restore my
imei from shop..
nw wat to do ?
may i take risk of factory reset or not ?
thnks
Try rebooting your phone or install a different firmware.
ALi
after having flashed the 4.3 version found on Sammobile. SN and IMEI are correct. now what i do ?
ALi
after updating my note 2 in leaked 4.3 ..my phone not detect my sim .but imei is still present ? give me solution
plzz
Try a data factory reset through recovery. Follow the Steps 10-14 from this guide:
Http://Droidviews.com/2013/How-To-Downgrade-Firmware-On-Samsung-Galaxy-Devices/
Preetraj Sidhu
hi bro.nw i restored my imei back and everything is fine nw..bt m unable to send text msgs bcoz message centre
no. is nt set.when m put tht no. in msg centre .it said unable to save msg centre no..nw wt to do ???
plz help
thnks
Do you have a backup?
Preetraj Sidhu
hello.M USING i9300.&.i flashed my firmware using odin.and NW it says unregistered on network and imei
changed to 0049xxxxxxx.i tried lot of methods like azira patch..etcbt nobody work.nw my verson is
4.2.2..and my phone is rooted..nw what to do to restore my imei no. and make my NETWORK registered
???????
plz help
reply
THNKS
Without backup, you will not be able to restore the EFS. There are shops with IMEI Repair tool. Contact them to fix it.
IrshaadKhan
Flashed my i9300 international version phone with Cyanogenmod 10 and lost my network. Went back to stock rom
and rooted it as I read it somewhere on internet that it would solve my no network issue. My imei number is
corrupted and shows up as 0049***(generic number) but my serial number seems to be OK.
Christof Brodmann
I was on Android 4.2.2 official Samsung firmware then i installed paranoid Android with android 4.3 i then reinstalled
the official Samsung 4.3 when it came out after that the problem started .
Christof Brodmann
I downloaded the latest Android 4.3 flashed it through Odin and it got stuck installing i then pulled the cable and
reinstalled , it booted fine after that but i had no signal.
I then read about it saying my IMEI number is wrong.
Which device do you have?
Osmario Junior
My phone doesnt pass the bootloader. I just have the Download Mode or adb sildeload and my PC to solve this
problem, how to I proceed?
How did you lose the IMEI?
IrshaadKhan
Hi Rakesh, even my phone is i9300 Exynos 4412 Quad so the NV item reader did not work. So is there other way to
repair my imei which turned into a generic number(000049XXXXX)???
Did you recently downgrade or upgrade firmware?
Christof Brodmann
Hi, i am new to this, i have not backed up my EFS folder so i have no signal and my IMEI number is incorrect now
start with 0049 i have tried so many options that i have looked on the net like xda developers, i have
reinstalled my phone using kies no luck but phone works but no signal, Oh forgot the mention my phone is GT-I9300
its not the Qualcomm processor its the Exynos 4412 Quad. How can i get my IMEI number back i have no back ups
. I have tried NV-items reader / writer but id does not
i have looked on the phone nothing. Please any one help
detect my phone.
For Note 3, try this guide instead: Http://Www.droidviews.com/Backup-And-Restore-Efs-Data-Imei-On-SamsungGalaxy-Note-3/
Colanth
N900A. Cant back up EFS, NVRAM, nandroid
I have water damage insurance on this POS
No. More methods added, try them too.
IrshaadKhan
Thanks for your time, Will follow your advice..
No, upgrading or downgrading firmware wouldnt help. One should always be careful and take precautions before
indulging in such activities and thats why I always suggest people to backup things:
Http://Www.droidviews.com/Things-To-Do-Before-And-After-Installing-A-Rom-Troubleshooter/
Ill try to look some solution, meanwhile also try this: Http://Www.droidviews.com/Backup-And-Restore-Lost-Imei-OnSamsung-Galaxy-Devices-Without-Root/
IrshaadKhan
Yes it didnt help. So still looking out for someone to guide me get my original default EFS folder back. I am presently
on 4.0.4 Android version, so is there any need to upgrade my firmware or Android version?..
Thats a very old tutorial of GB and ICS days and it would not work on new firmwares.
Wibisono Tan
Rakesh
using this need to use any box like stp box?
Try this tool too: Http://Www.droidviews.com/Backup-And-Restore-Lost-Imei-On-Samsung-Galaxy-Devices-WithoutRoot/
Well, that wont help as that directory contains the corrupted EFS data. What I meant was- can you see an EFS file
on the sd card of your phone?
IrshaadKhan
EFSPro backup folder screenshot
IrshaadKhan
Not sure which directory it is in but when I open my root browser, I can directly see the efs folder along with cache,
config, dev, mnt, root folders etc. Yes I do have but these tar files are the one which I backed up after I lost my
network using EFS Pro, so not sure if they are of any use. I am attaching screenshots of EFS folder to see if that
helps
What is the location of this directory on your device? Do you also see a file something like this: efs_24Jun20130626.tar.gz
IrshaadKhan
Thanks for replying Rakesh, Yes I can and I also have contents in it like nv_data.bak etc, my mistake was that I did
not back up my efs before flashing custom rom and this probably corrupted my imei but right now I have no idea as
to how to recover the original imei.
Can you see a folder or file on your internal/external storage with efs in its name?
IrshaadKhan
Hi Rakesh, Need help Recently flashed my i9300 international version phone with Cyanogenmod 10 and lost my
network. Went back to stock rom and rooted it as I read it somewhere on internet that it would solve my no network
issue. My imei number is corrupted and shows up as 0049***(generic number) but my serial number seems to be
OK. So I am not sure what do I do to get this thing sorted out.My baseband version is I9300DDLEA and Android
version is 4.0.4. Serial number starts from RSXXXXXXX. I did not back up my efs folder before flashing custom rom.
Can you please help me get back my imei number and network?
It does not support low end devices. Use KTool or Galaxy Toolbox.
MPCh
Please help me. i cant Backup EFS
EFS Pro dont find any partition :((((
My phone is Galaxy ACE(GT-S5830). without i;
AkiOrpheus
Dear Rakesh,
Still, no success! I have to try the latest N5100XXCMH2 update with 4.2.2 to see whether
itll solve the issue. A friend will download it for me as my bandwidth
is not enough for GBs :). I also found that my proximity sensor and vibration also not working. From XDA I learned
that Proximity stores a calibration file in EFS folder, so I need to compare my EFS folder with a working one to see
that it dont miss any files. Rakesh, will it be possible for you to help me here, I need a compressed .zip or a .tar file
from a working Galaxy Note 8.0 GT-N5100 (this is the 3G version, not Wifi).
If anyone else willing to help, can create a .tar backup of EFS by using these terminal commands (busybox should
be installed) in a rooted GT-N5100:
su
tar Zcvf /sdcard/efs_backup.tar.gz /efs

and remember open the .tar file in 7-Zip and delete nv_data.bak and nv_data.bin files, since these two files
contain the IMEI of your device, using them on another phone is illegal, which Im not going to do, but its safe :).
A help is very much appreciated. Thank you.
AkiOrpheus
Dear Rakesh,
Appreciate your reply. The TriangleAway is from the
Chainfires official XDA thread, its 100% the exact same program as the
paid version. Im going through many XDA threads on this no baseband
& IMEI issue, seems like many people are having it, and for some it
happend just when trying to update via Kies on a clean stock device,
even without rooting!! Im begining to doubt whether it is related to mounting the EFS, as my EFS data is intact.
Ill try your recommendations and will get back to you.All day banging my head on the no baseband wall.
Hi Aki,
Did you use the paid version of Triangle Away or got it from some third-party website? EFS is mainly associated with
IMEI and network connectivity issues, its the modem used in the device that is responsible for WiFi connectivity.
One of our users solved a similar issue and you can find his solution below. If that does not help, I would recommend
you to flash stock firmware on your device and check if product code and baseband are fixed. If they do, root it again
and then try restoring the EFS.
Let me know.
AkiOrpheus
Dear Rakesh,
Recently I root my Note 8.0 GT-N5100 by CF-Auto Root. Then backup EFS by EFS Pro. Later I used Triangle Away
to 0 the counter. However after that, in About Device, my Baseband version is unknown, so as my IMEI. But my
Wi-Fi Mac address is there. So I tried to restore my EFS backup, and the EFS Pro says success, but the problem
still the same. When I click the Device Info in the EFS Pro, it states Unknown for the Product Code, Hardware
Version, and Baseband Version. Please help! Thank you.
Download and install from here: Http://Www.droidviews.com/Download-Google-Apps-Gapps-For-Your-AndroidDevice-On-Gbicsjb/
Farrell Helios
Thanks. Just one problem, how would I install Google apps? There is nothing here.
Glad to know that. Enjoy!
Farrell Helios
I have successfully installed Carbon ROM along with all the back up files. Thanks for all your help!
Hi,
You can also backup EFS using Backup option in TWRP. I would also recommend you to keep a copy pf EFS on
computer too. You need to restore EFS only if you lose your phones IMEI.
Yes, you can backup everything without computer. Read the root apps article. I gave you the link yesterday.
Farrell Helios
Hey, does twrp back up the EFS as well? Am I able to restore it from there after wiping the phone for installing a
ROM?
Is it possible to back everything up without the need of a computer?
Keep the backup as precaution for future. I think it is a modem issue. Try a TouchWiz based rom to make sure if the
problem is really real.
Mike
I thought it might be because I cant send/receive calls or texts
Hmm, then how did you conclude that your phone has EFS problem?
Mike
Yeah they both match
Matt Morris
Trying to install the Carbon 4.3 rom onto my GT-I9505 LTE and it appears to wipe the EFS partition.
Tried your process to back this up using EFS professional seems to work backs up my 4.2.2 EFS data OK.
However the moment I flash and then go and try and restore EFS Professionial wont pick up my phone, the PC
recognises that the phone is connected but not the software. Any suggestions?
Try to match the visible IMEI with your phones actual IMEI. Does it match?
Mike
Im trying to restore the efs data/IMEI but the EFS Professional is not detecting the backup that I made. Also there is
a number for the IMEI on my phone but I still cant send/receive calls or texts. Any help would be great, thanks By
the way I have the Verizon Galaxy S3
nihal
hey! i use a galaxy ace s5830i. can you please tell me what do i select from the device filter dropdown because my
device isnt listed there . and if i select anything else i get an error saying an error occured while getting partition list!
. ive tried using galaxy toolbox but that doesnt work either . please help me with this. thanks
Karthikeya Pervela
Hai iam using a samsung galaxy ace s5830i recemtly i flashed it with a jellyblast custom rom after installing that i lost
my imei but fortunately i hav stock rom backup plz tell me a way to backup and restore efs partition i had tried galaxy
tool box but it only backups but not restores and also i have tried efs pro tool but i got an error that error while getting
partition list plz help me
http://droidviews.com/ DroidViews
Glad to know that, Gaurav!
Gaurav Prashar
hi bro ive got it back thanks a lot for your help.what i did was(for others also to follow,only for gti9300):
1)Took a backup of EFS via philz touch recovery.
2)Made a new folder named efs in sdcard ie sdcard/efs and put the extracted contents of previously backed up .tar
file in it.the extracted contents were efs.img.
3)deleted the contents of efs folder in the root explorer.
4)connected via EFS PRO and used format EFS without checking rapair nv data from internal backup and repair
unknown baseband.
5) after format efs was successful i chose the file for restoration which in the drop down menu gave only the
previously backed up efs file(via EFS PRO only in .tar format) in device(earlier i had tried restoring through the file
saved in my pc but no results) and then hit start and viola it was done phone rebooted and i got imeri back and
started working.
thanks a lot and yes i used the newest version of EFS PRO and the .tar file upon extracting gave an efs.img file
Ranieri Silva
Yes, I tried many ROMs including custom.
Have you installed some custom ROM?
Ranieri Silva
Hi! Thanks! But in my case, my Galaxy I9300 doesnt inicialize anymore. It is looping, and when I inicialize by the
CWM it shows the error with the EFS. Is there some option for me?
Yes, EFS partition lies on internal system and therefore EFS Pro or any other app must have access to that partition
of device to be able to modify it.
Busybox provides more freedom to the application so it is necessary too. You can use the previously backed up
EFS/NV data while restoring.
Formatting has nothing to do options like md5 checksum or repair nv. They should be checked while restoring.
Also, try with the newer version of EFS Pro: Http://D-H.st/YSp
Gaurav Prashar
so you mean to say i must root my s3 again and then use EFS PRO,in that case few questions
1) do i have to select the previous backed up file on my pc or device(both tar files)
2) is format efs required and repair nv from internal and check sum need to be checked before format or along with
it?
these are few irritating questions i know but plz help
Yes, root is required. Also do not forget to install the BusyBox app as directed in the guide before trying.
Gaurav Prashar
ive a SGS3 GTI9300 and will i not require root access to use EFS PRO?
Format the EFS partition that contains fake IMEI, check Repair NV data option and try restoring again.
Which device do you have?
Gaurav Prashar
i flashed back to the stock rom using odin and the baseband is normal once again but the imei is fake and root
access is gone although efs back up in the form of tar file is still present
one more thing apart from making a back up i had also copied the efs folder in one of my separate folder which is
still present.what to do next?
Gaurav Prashar
nothing happened although the phone went into factory mode with a yellow msh flashing on screen.mentioning few
things.Ive however got rid of the msg on screen but the real issue is still persistent.may i request you to kindly give a
step by step guide on how to use the nav repair and baseband repair check boxesplz
Gaurav Prashar
sure thnks ill try it right now n get back to you.plz be available as you have been very helpgul
If you are not having network signal, check the 3rd box too and restore it.
But format the old EFS first.
Gaurav Prashar
plz then tell me should i check the md5 verification box and the repair unknown baseband and the repair nv from
internal backup and then do a format and then restore in short which all boxes to tick
Use the Format EFS option under Restore Options in EFS Pro and then restore the backed up EFS.
Gaurav Prashar
didnt get it plz elaborate plz thanks
Clear the ols efs file first and then restore.
Gaurav Prashar
i restored using efs pro but baseband version is still unknown and imei is null??? plz help
gordon young
galaxy toolbox is no good either when you install custom roms, after backing up from stock rom, it says incompatable
device so only way to get it back is to flash back to stock rom or a moded rom that doesnt lose lose your IMEI, yor kTOOL dont work either lol, also says incompatable device
Try Galaxy Toolbox for that.
gordon young
dont work on galaxy ace gt-s5830i ????????????????????????????/
Cesar Cabrera D.
For some reason Omega Rom doesnt work with UBUAMDE baseband. Dont know what to do in this case. Recently
could flash the Adam Kernel to see if this helps
Cesar Cabrera D.
The Cellphone Hardware model. For some reason the omega firmware doesnt match my phone hardware. I even
flashed back the modem restore and the phone signal never came up.
What is ubuamde firmwre?
Fahad
i dont know wats the probafter flashing omega or any custom rom or my stock rom my imei change to
004999..0000. but when i flash Pardus HD rom my imei come back to normalthats really annoyingany help
regarding this issues. thanx
Cesar Cabrera D.
Sorry to bother again but Can I use the omega firmware even if my phone is ubuamde firmwre?
Cesar Cabrera D.
I did it but never restored the imei data on the cellphone so I had to flash the stock rom back. My question is if is
necessary to use the format efs option on the efs proffesional? when the imei doesnt restore?
Root the device and install Omega ROM. No harm will be done.
Omega automatically backups EFS data.
Cesar Cabrera D.
I have a simcard locked Samsung i9500. Is there a way to flash a omega rom without loosing imei? I tried this
software but I didnt format the efs option. Is that a must?
Fahad
problemi have omega v46 custom romi backed up EFS and restores aswell..but nothing change..imei still remain
corrupted (004999010640000)plz help
Glad to know.
Fahad
thanx..i just solved itwe just have to copy that file (EFS) to phone aswellthen the backup option appear..
Fahad
hithanx for the postreally helped me to backup my EFS datai have one question, i have flashed a custom rom
and now i want to restore my EFS data backbut when i click on Restore options, nothing comesits blankbut i
do have a back on other folderbut it doesnt give me any option to select or findplz help me in this matter
Regards
Did you backed up the IMEI or EFS data in the past? If not, I am afraid you will have to use the Octopus tool fix the
problem or find a guy who has this tool.
Nelson Gregorio Martinez Santo

my imei is 0049990106400001 and does not work could help me in this big problem that I have please friend, I hope
your help please as soon as possible thank you very much in advance
Nice to know.
Bruce Lee
Issue solved!
BusyBox shall be installed in advanced mode, which install much more packages.
Bruce Lee
EFS Pro fails to create archive.
Phone model: GT-I9300, device rooted by CWM 6.3.0.2 recovery (recovery reboot root option)
SU is located on system/xbin
busybox 1.20.2 installed by BusyBox installer JRummy Apps Inc. (symlink applet option), located on system/xbin
I choose device filter: International Variants
All was going well until the creation of the archive.
Device was recognized correctly, efs.img created and located on sdcard, pit file located on PC.
Can anyone help?
Bruce Lee
EFS Pro fails to create archive.
Phone model: GT-I9300
I choose device filter: International Variants
All was going well until the creation of the archive.
Device was recognized correctly, efs.img created and located on sdcard, pit file located on PC.
Can anyone help?
sandeep nachu
After starting efs professional, it says that it failed to start adb serverwhat does that mean?
Nice to know that! Keep visiting!
Clifton Poe
That worked. I used the one for I9505.
Thanks for all your help!
Okay, can you see any S4 model with Snapdragon chip? If yes, select that.
Clifton Poe
I reinstalled efs pro using the link provided in your comment. Sch 1545 still isnt listed. I dont know what the deal is
and what I would be doing wrong. If I cant use this, should I just copy and paste the efs folder?
Hi Clifton, that might be a typo error. Download the latest version that supports all Qualcomm devices: Http://DH.st/B9t
The post has been updated too.
Clifton Poe
Thank you. Last question. In your article it says sch-1535 is the verizon s4, but the verizon galaxy s4 is sch-1545.
There is no sch-1545 in the device filter on EFS pro. There is sch-1535, however. Do I just use 1535? Sorry for all
the questions. Im new to all this and am paranoid about messing up.
When it says checking device, you should see a popup screen on phones screen asking for authorization. Accept it
from there are it should be okay.
Clifton Poe
Thanks. A problem Im having now is that it says I have to authorize with PC or something, and then it hangs on
checking device, please wait, though it seems to identify everything. I did some research and it seems I have to
update my sdk? Having trouble doing that. Any advice?
Yes, the older version is more stable.
Clifton Poe
I see on busybox that there is a later version, 1.21.0..should I still install the 1.20.2?
HoHo AaSheng
Thanks dude..really helpful
Thanks for the appreciation!
haylo75
This is a nice, easy to follow IMEI backup guide!
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