Firmware "Android" through a computer is not the easiest thing to do. But it's not hard to learn how to do it. Moreover, this process will help eliminate problems in the performance of any smartphone or tablet, which most often occur after using applications from unknown sources or after visiting websites that are not trusted. Anything can happen - from unauthorized installation of third-party applications to infection of the system with viruses and violation of its integrity.

As a result of such actions, the device begins to “slow down” and freeze, and this is very unpleasant for perception. In addition, “holes” in the file system may appear that will disable the device, and the device will hang forever on the boot screen. The only way to solve this problem is to flash the device. This article will describe how to restore and update software using a computer.

First step

Before flashing Android from a computer, the first step is to make sure that you have a suitable USB cable. In most cases, a micro-USB connector is found on modern devices, but in new products you can find the standard - USB type C. Most often, the necessary cable can be found in the standard package of the device, but if it is missing, you will have to purchase it. It is advisable to buy high-quality and expensive USB cables that will give you confidence that the firmware process will not be interrupted at an unnecessary moment. Once the necessary "lace" is found, the first step is completed.

Device drivers

Another important point before flashing Android from a computer is installing the necessary drivers on the PC. In this article we are talking about computers running Windows, therefore, you need to look for drivers specifically for this operating system.

Most often, the necessary programs for connection can be found on the website of the device manufacturer. If you have experience using websites such as w3bsit3-dns.com and the like, then all the necessary software can be found there.

Android firmware: where to download

Attention: this item is relevant only for those who are going to flash the device through Odin. If the firmware will be carried out by the original utility, you should skip this step.

If you have a Samsung device on hand, you can flash it manually. All you need to do is find the necessary firmware. The firmware file can most often be found on third-party Internet resources, as manufacturers try not to post such information for privacy purposes. Cult platforms for searching for firmware are "xda" (foreign segment of developers of various software and firmware) and "w3bsit3-dns.com" (Russian segment, most of it is taken from xda). The easiest way to find the required firmware is by searching on the site by entering the model of the device to be flashed. It is not recommended to use third-party ones (or the so-called ones that are manually assembled by amateurs to experiment. The fact is that no one is responsible for the problems caused by such versions of the OS, and if they occur, everything will have to be fixed through the service center and not for free.

Firmware with Odin

This item is suitable for flashing Samsung devices manually. All you need to do is enter the device into Downloading mode. To do this, on the switched off device, you need to hold down the "Volume -" and "Home" buttons, and then press the power button. If there is no physical home button, then the process occurs without pressing it. After a confirmation request appears on the display, press the "Volume +" button. Downloading mode is activated.

After these manipulations, flashing an Android phone through a computer is as easy as shelling pears. You should open the previously downloaded Odin program on your PC (you can find it on the developer's website or on w3bsit3-dns.com), connect the device in Downloading mode via a USB cable to the PC and select the required firmware file in the PDA line in the program itself. After that, make sure that the “F.Reset Time” and “Auto Reboot” checkboxes are checked, and click on the “Start” button. The program will perform the necessary actions, and the device will reboot and turn on as “out of the box”.

How to flash "Android" from a computer through the manufacturer's software

Any self-respecting manufacturer of mobile devices releases specialized programs with which it is possible to flash the device automatically. Whether it's LG, Samsung, HTC or Sony, they are all capable of flashing through the manufacturer's program.

To flash in this way, you need to visit the device manufacturer's website, then go to the support page and select directly the device that you want to flash. The software selection system will automatically offer to download the program for the firmware. After downloading the utility, you need to run it, sometimes it requires you to enter registration data. after that - a real trifle. In the program menu, you can choose what action you want to perform. If you need to do the firmware of the device, then you can select the "Restore" item. The program itself will help you make a backup copy, download the firmware and complete the process. For more information, see the instructions on the manufacturer's websites.

It should be noted that this method is quite resource-intensive. It requires a lot of time, because, in addition to downloading the firmware file, the program evaluates the device's performance, switches the device into the necessary modes and sends data about the firmware via a USB cable. That is why you should be patient and not be surprised at the length of the process.

Tablet Firmware

In order to flash an Android tablet through a computer, you do not need to reinvent the wheel. If the tablet required for the firmware is Samsung, then you can use the firmware manually via Odin. If the tablet is made by any other manufacturer, then you should refer to the instructions for automatic firmware through the manufacturer's software. In both cases, all actions will be identical to those performed with smartphones.

This article describes how to flash an android from a computer, and this is just a general instruction. For more detailed answers, you should refer to full-fledged guides on the firmware of certain devices in the way you are interested in. I would also like to note that you can flash the device without the help of a PC.