The downside of this, is that other countries takes a little while and are still waiting for the said update. This is the same scenario which technically happens with the Samsung Galaxy Tab plus GT-P6200, which is also have its first ICS 4.0.4 update released in Austria just a couple of days ago.
So, here's a big deal, if you know how to use Odin you can upgrade your Galaxy Tab Plus WiFi device now using the original stock ROM ICS 4.0.4 P6210XXLPN. This will upgrade your device to android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich without waiting to appear it on Kies within your country or region.
This stock ROM is compatible with all Samsung Galaxy Tab WiFi GT-P6210, U.S, Europe and all international versions since its all the same. The default language is set in English, but all European languages were included in the packaged.
What's the new features on ICS 4.0.4 P6210XXLPL or P6210XXLPN?
This new Ice cream sandwich installed on Samsung Galaxy Tab Plus 7.0 GT-P6210 features a very smooth scrolling, much faster and smoother than in 3.2 honeycomb. The notification bar (bottom right of the screen) seems busier than it was before.
Icons changes and become bigger, with a new looks notification bar.
Some issues might occurs, since firmware builds are unpredictable for its stability.
How to install and upgrade Samsung Galaxy Tab Plus 7.0 WiFi Only GT-P6210 to Official Android ICS 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich
This method is called manual flashing by using Odin downloader and the original stock firmware, for we can’t upgrade to it yet via Kies unless we’re in Austria.
Disclaimer: We shall not be held responsible if anything happens t your device for by following this guide. Proceed at your own risk.
- Back up all files before proceeding. Although the Internal memory and microSD card are both left alone during after the flash process for this firmware is a non wipe version. But all your settings and configuration will all be reset.
- Fully recharge your phone’s battery.
- Have the copy of the APN settings of your current network provider.
Download the needed tools:
Odin Flasher and USB driver
Odin downloader Odin3_V1.85
USB Driver Samsung USB Driver
Grab the official ICS 4.0.4 stock ROM:
Europe (unbranded 4.0.4 firmware P6210XXMD3): [Download]
The latest released: P6210XXLPN
Latest firmware: P6210XXLPN/P6210OXALPN/P6210XXLPN/P6210XXLPN
Region: Europe
Country: United Kingdom
PDA: P6210XXLPN
CSC: P6210OXALPN
MODEM: P6210XXLPN
Version: Android 4.0.4 ice Cream Sandwich
Released: July 2012
GT-P6210_XEU_P6210XXLPN_P6210OXALPN_P6210XXLPN.zip
The 1st released: P6210XXLPL
firmware: P6210XXLPL/P6210OXALPL/P6210XXLPL/P6210XXLPL
Region: Europe
Country: United Kingdom
PDA: P6210XXLPL
CSC: P6210OXALPL
MODEM: P6210XXLPL
Version: Android 4.0.4 ice Cream Sandwich
Released: July 2012
GT-P6210_XEU_P6210XXLPL_P6210OXALPL_P6210XXLPL.zip
Added U.S.A. version:
Country: United States
PDA: P6210UELPC
CSC: P6210XARLPC
MODEM: P6210UELPC
Version: Android 4.0.4 ice Cream Sandwich
GT-P6210_XAR_P6210UELPC_P6210XARLPC.zip
Odin Flasher Guide: P6200XXLPN Android 4.0.4 ICS Firmware on Samsung Galaxy Tab Plus 7.0 WiFi GT-P6210
1) Extract all the downloaded stock ROM to get the .tar.md5 file.
2) Run Odin3_v1.85.exe
3) DO NOT CHECK the RE-PARTITION checkbox, only both ‘Auto Reboot’ ans ‘F-Rreset’ left alone.
4) Click the PDA button then load the extracted P6210XXLPN_P6210OXALPN_P6210XXLPN_HOME.tar.md5 file.
5) Reboot the tablet into Download Mode: Turn it Off, then( Press Volume Down + Power ON button at the same time).
6) Once the phone in download mode screen, connect USB cable To Phone. The highlighted yellow ID:COM box is and indication that the device is connected properly to PC. If you still do not get any results, try another USB port on your computer.
7) Click the Start button to begin flashing.
8 Wait until it finishes or watch out for the word “PASS”.
Once the phone completely reboots, perform wipe/factory reset to get a fresher firmware installation.
1. Hold Power and Volume Up together, this will switch the device into recovery mode.
2. Release Power after holding it for a second but continue to hold the Volume Up button until recovery menu appears.
Select wipe cache
Select wipe data/factory reset.
Select reboot
Change the default language which is set in English UK for this is UK's Galaxy Tab P6210 firmware build. All European languages were included on this package it even has some Asian countries languages, such as Chinese, Korean etc.
Configure the APN settings if encounters some data connections issues. The APN settings of your network operator has reset after installation. Don't ask me here your network APN settings, heck it's your device then you should knew it.
That’s all! The Samsung Galaxy Tab Plus 7.0 WiFi GT-P6210 now runs in Android 4.0.4 Ice Cream Sandwich.
Thanks for the files and procedures, everything works fine for the Brazilian Tab Plus 7.0 . Regards!
ReplyDeleteUpgraded successfully on my north american GT6210 but the WI-FI is not working anymore. It detects the WI-FI 2.4 band networks (but not the 5GHz ones) and then it displays not in range
ReplyDeleteThis build might not compatible with baseband frequency in your area. I suggest you need to revert back to your previous stock.
ReplyDeletehello i accidently installed GT-P6000 om my tab and now it wont turn on and says, Firmware upgrade encountered an issue. Please select recovery mode in kies and try again.
ReplyDeletenow im downloading right file. hope it works
ahhhhhhhhh it worked! im in USA and its perfect so far!!! thank you so much
ReplyDeleteWorked like a charm. Ice Cream Sandwhich fliess!! Thanks much.
ReplyDeletefile downloaded from Hotfile 2 times on 2 différent system, 2 different days : file corrupted.
ReplyDeletebut perfect with XXLPL.
Thanks
Thank's for the info marc file is now working!
ReplyDeletePerfect with XXLPL so far!!! (US Retail Tablet ) thank you so much :-)
ReplyDeleteJust finished upgrading GT P-6210, UK. Straightforward business, thank you!
ReplyDeleteTwo minor differences compared with instructions:
once unzipped the rom file was not called P6210XXLPN_P6210OXALPN_P6210XXLPN_HOME.tar.md5
but
P6210OXALPN_P6210XXLPN_HOME.tar.md5
And I had two COM ports lit up yellow on ODIN interface.
Proceeded anyway and all went fine.
Main advantage of ICS so far: fully functional connection with a macbook using android file transfer (did not work on Honeycomb) + full pack of developer tools.
It worked for an Spanish P6210. Thanks for the manual and for your time.
ReplyDeleteGood to hear that vibes..
ReplyDeleteIt worked for me to, perfectly!!! with a french galaxy tab 7 plus! Thanks for this tutorial.
ReplyDeleteHi, I received the official upgrade to ICS today through the normal OS update process on my tab 7 Plus (WiFi GT-P6210) and now I can't login. When I touch the password field, no keyboard comes up. Samsung said I need to do a factory reset. Any ideas how I can recover or restore the honeycomb images without loosing my pictures and other files?
ReplyDeleteThank you in advance.
Hi go to Settings go to Location services and UNCHECK all.
ReplyDeleteRemove and Sd card if you have oe in the Tablet
Enjoy
I just did the update with Odin on my Dutch p6210 and it works perfect! The tablet runs much smoother. Thanks very much for the tutorial!
ReplyDeleteIt worked for me as I'm in Canada. The only thing is when I go to settings - about tablet - and click on update, I get a discloser notice and to choose the country your in and click on agree. It tells me registration fail. I even tried to choose US or UK but same thing. Any answers as to why? This would greatly help.
ReplyDeleteThanks
Same issue on my SSG 7.0+. Does anyone know why it happens?
ReplyDeleteGod bless you!!!
ReplyDeleteI have the same issue. But this should work properly if you flash your p6210 (again) with the rom wich is made specificly for your country (when it is released by Samsung).
ReplyDeleteMate. ... THANKS! it works perfect!
ReplyDeleteI'm from Spain, and we don't have the "actu" in kies yet.
But works , as I said, PERFECT ;)
Thanks for the "how to" and for your time!
Tried this update - followed the instructions above but this is the result I get - the process hangs on
ReplyDeletethe last line - Setup Connection.
Any suggestions as to what I have done wrong
Added!!
Enter CS for MD5..
Check MD5.. Do not unplug the cable..
Please wait..
P6210OXALPN_P6210XXLPN_HOME.tar.md5 is valid.
Checking MD5 finished Sucessfully..
Leave CS..
Odin v.3 engine (ID:3)..
File analysis..
SetupConnection..
yeap. br tablet s fine! work's like a charm! great tutorial!
ReplyDeleteThat is USB cable issue. Repeat the process.
ReplyDeleteGreat tutorial, my galaxy works fine. It is much smoother. Improved scrolling in browser, at last!... Thank you to the author:))
ReplyDeleteThanks for the file My Tab. 7.0 in now running Android 4.0.4 and I"m here in Canada.
ReplyDeletequelqu !un sait quand sera la mise a jour pour le Samsung gt p 6210 au Canada, Toujours inscrit votre périphérique ne peut être pris en charge vis kies??
ReplyDeleteDoes this firmware work in spanish?
ReplyDeleteYes, just change the default language set from English to yours Spanish.
ReplyDeleteis ok from Canada for galaxy tab gt-p6210?
ReplyDeleteMy device was dead, except for power/volume keys. Install according to your directions and with your files completed perfectly! Many thanks!
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