I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware For Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) - How To Guide

Download I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat, the latest firmware for SGH-I317M (Canada) (Black Edition) that rolled out in 10-Sept-2014. I317MVLUDNH2 firmware for Galaxy Note 2 I317M rolled out in Canada for various carrier including Telus, SaskTel, Virgin Mobile, Koodo Mobile and Bell Mobile. Apart from usual via KIES and via OTA update, you can also flash or install VLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat on Galaxy Note 2 I317M manually. Since the device comes with Android 4.4.2 KitKat out of the box, this is just a normal firmware update that fix some bugs, enhance security and may introduce some new features. Read through this step-by-step guide to learn how to install official stock I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware on Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada). I tried to discuss every possible ways to flash this firmware on your device. Please note, you can't flash below given file using CWM recovery or TWRP recovery, also note installing official firmware restore kernel hence your root access will be void, in other word - your device will be unrooted.

Rooting Guide: Root I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) - How To

As said already I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat stock firmware available on both OTA and Kies update. In case, if you can’t get the update from there then you can always install I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware on Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) manually. You should always try OTA or Kies method first and when both method don’t work then only try manual flashing.

Warning: This tutorial is only for Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada). Don’t try this guide on any other Android device. Also, we (Android Pulp Team) are not responsible for any damage caused due to the instruction given in this page. Try this at your own risk. However, it is very unlikely that your device will be damaged if you follow all the instructions as it is which are mentioned in procedure.

Pre Requisites:

Though official firmware restore all existing data but we recommend to back up your data first before proceeding to avoid any uncomfortable situation such as bootloop fix.

1. If you installing this firmware over official firmware then you don't need to backup anything (though recommended) since the new firmware will restore everything from previous firmware. However, if you flash it over any custom ROM then you must backup the data.You can follow our ultimate backup guide.

2.  Make sure your device have at least 60% battery power. If your phone shut down during installation then there is good chance to brick your device.You can install an app like Battery Notifier BT Free on your Android device to check it easily

3. You already have USB Driver Installed for Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) in your PC. [Download USB Drivers]

4. Make sure USB Debugging is enabled otherwise you won’t able to transfer file between PC and Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada). [Guide]

5. Manual update will be done using a tool called Odin which support Windows system only.

How To Update Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) via OTA

1. A stable internet connection (Wi-Fi or data network) is required, so check it first.
2. Now, go to Android app drawer and then select Settings.
3. Then locate About Device and tap on it.
4. Next select Software update from About device screen.
5. Then tap on Update option.
6. You should see an update, press OK to download and install. (Remember, download using 3G or network data will incur additional charges to your phone bill!)
7. Soon your device will reboot to complete the installation process.

If you see “The latest update have already been installed” massage while checking update then your device yet to receive an OTA update. Check back within few days or jump to next procedure.

How To Update Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) via Kies

1. A stable internet connection is required, so check it first.
2. Now download and install Samsung Kies on your computer.
3. Turn on your device (if it off) and then connect it to computer with USB cable.
4. Run Samsung Kies and wait for it to detect your device.
5. You should see a New Firmware Upgrade is available at Samsung Kies home screen.
6. Press the Firmware Upgrade button to proceed.
7. Follow on screen instruction and soon you will see your device running upgrade and reboot automatically. Once done, you can disconnect your device from computer.

Again! If you see “This is the latest firmware” in Samsung Kies, then your device yet to receive this latest update on Kies. Its good time to go for manual update instruction that located below.

[Note: You can install any firmware listed below despite availability in other countries, except those which comes with carrier name.]

* I317MVLUDNH2 Stock Firmware List Updated On September 10, 2014. 

I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat Firmware Downloads

Canada (Telus) (Black Edition): I317MVLUDNH2_I317MOYADNH2_TLS.zip

Canada (SaskTel) (Black Edition): I317MVLUDNH2_I317MOYADNH2_BWA.zip

Canada (Virgin Mobile) (Black Edition): I317MVLUDNH2_I317MOYADNH2_VMC.zip

Canada (Koodo Mobile) (Black Edition): I317MVLUDNH2_I317MOYADNH2_KDO.zip

Canada (Bell Mobile) (Black Edition): I317MVLUDNH2_I317MOYADNH2_BMC.zip

[Please Note: Flashing or installing official firmware will remove custom ROM including CM11, AOKP, Avatar, Beanstalk, Omni ROM, Slim ROM, Pac-Man, Paranoid Android, LiquidSmooth or Carbon.]

[Note: Torrent or resumable download link isn't available right now. We may provide it if available from any trusted source. You can always buy premium membership account to speed up your download.]

How To Install I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat On Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) Manually

1. Download Odin v3.09.
2. Extract the downloaded firmware zip in a convenient location of your PC, you will get a .tar.md5 file and some other files (optional). Don't extract the file twice, else you will end up with some unflashable file.
3. Extract Odin zip file and you will get Odin3 v3.09.exe along with few other files.
4. Power off your Android device. Wait 5-6 seconds for vibration to confirm complete switch off.
5. Now, put the Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) in Download Mode by pressing and holding down the Home & Volume Down button together while pressing the Power button. A warning screen will come up; press Volume Up button to enter Download Mode.
6. Now run Odin3 v3.09.exe (see Step 3) as an Administrator because Admin privileges is required to complete the process smoothly (only applicable Windows Vista and higher).
7. Now connect your device to your PC using USB cable. You will see an “Added!!” massage in Odin’s message box. If you don’t get the same then you should try another USB port (try USB port located in back in your desktop PC). If that too don’t work then you should reinstall the driver. If you successfully see the “Added!!” message in Odin then you are ready to go in next step. You should also see COM port with a number in Yellow if you successfully added your device.
8. Click the AP Button, and select that .tar.md5 file that you get in Step 2. If you are using old Odin then add the file to PDA button.
9. In Odin window, make sure only Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time checkboxes are selected.
10. Double check everything that we mentioned in Step 8 & Step 9 above. Now, once satisfied hit the START button to begin the flashing process.
11. Once flashing completed, your Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) will restart and soon you will see a PASS message with green background in the left-most box at the very top of the Odin. You can now unplug the USB cable to disconnect your device from computer.

Congrats! You just updated your Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) to I317MVLUDNH2 Android 4.4.2 KitKat firmware. Go to Settings > About device to verify this firmware update.

How To Fix Boot Loop Issue On Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada)

If Galaxy Note 2 SGH-I317M (Canada) stuck at booting animation for more than 10 minutes after final step then follow below instructions:

1. Boot into recovery mode. To do so, press and hold the Volume Up, Home and Power buttons together.
2. Now perform Wipe data/Factory Reset and Wipe Cache Partition task before selecting reboot system now function. In recovery mode use Volume keys to navigate between options and Power button to select a option.

You should know, performing wiping task will erase your device internal memory data and not external SD card data.

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