Samsung Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A Firmware [Stock ROM]

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When it comes to a guide like how to flash Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A firmware, your information with flashing tools is important.

However, installing the Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A Stock ROM can be difficult at times when you search for the internet to unbrick Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A. On this page, you will find information to help you prepare for flashing the Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A.

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Why would you want to flash Firmware on your Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A?

There are various reasons to flash “Stock Firmware on Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A“. For example, your phone will be stuck or hang on the logo. You want to remove the FRP lock from it.

If you’re going to hard reset your phone and you cannot access the recovery menu. But most of the problems that cause flashing stock ROM are below.

The Advantages Of Stock ROM:

Flash Stock ROM to solve the boot loop issue
Update and Downgrade
Unroot or Fix Bugs on the phone
To solve the lag or stutter
By flashing Stock ROM, you can fix software issues.
Revert back to stock to get your warranty.

Pre-requirements to Install Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A Stock ROM

Before going to install stock ROM you need to take all your messages, photos, and apps from your current smartphone. This requires a backup that you then restore on your device after flashing or updating the firmware.

Most smartphones automatically make a backup in the background, in case something happens. But to make sure you take everything to your new device, you need a full backup.

How To Backup Android Phone Before Flashing Stock Firmware

How To Install Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A Firmware Update

1: Download and Install Samsung USB Driver on your computer. If Samsung USB Driver is already installed on your computer, then Skip this Step.

2: Download and extract the Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A Firmware files on your computer.

3: Now, Switch off your Smartphone.

4: After switching off the phone, you need to boot into Download Mode. To boot into download mode.

Press and hold Volume Down, Home and Power button at the same time for 5-8 seconds until download mode is active.

5: In the Download mode, you will be able to see a Warning Yellow Triangle Sign. In this situation, you have to press the Volume Up key to continue.

6: Now, Download and open Odin. Then connect your Smartphone to the computer.

7: Once you have connected the Smartphone to the computer, Odin will automatically recognize the device and show the “Added” message at the lower-left panel.

8: Once Odin detects your device, click on the PDA button, and select the Firmware.tar file.

9: Now, click on the Start button in Odin to begin the Flashing.

10: Flashing usually takes 30-50 seconds to complete the process on your Phone.

The once Firmware process is completed you will be able to see a Green Box with Pass written on it in Odin. During this process, the Smartphone will reboot automatically.

Once you see, the Pass message in Odin, you can disconnect your Device from the computer.

The flashing process will begin and should take about 10–12 minutes. It may take some time for your device to reboot, but don’t be alarmed.

When your Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A finally boots up, you should now be running your desired firmware.

If you want to check that the correct firmware is installed, head to Settings –> About Phone –> Software Information. The firmware number is located under the “Baseband version.”

Disclaimer:

Please read and understand the Full Guide before flashing “Galaxy S6 Active SM-G890A Firmware“.
Use these instructions at your own risk. We will not be responsible for everything that happens to your device, resulting from the use of information in this guide.
Before flashing, Stock ROM must have a 70–80% charge.