Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow Update via AOKP ROM: How to Install

By Staff Writer | Feb 28, 2016 12:23 AM EST

Samsung Galaxy Note 4 with model number N910F can now be updated to the latest Android update using a custom ROM. For those who cannot wait for the official update, use Android Open Kang Project (AOKP) custom ROM based on Marshmallow to update the device.

The AOKP custom ROM is now available to a bunch of devices including Samsung Galaxy Note 4. The ROM comes with a bunch of new features that fare well with the official Marshmallow software. However, it is still in testing stage which means bugs will most likely occur along the way.

Here's a list of reminders before proceeding with the installation:

1.     Never try the ROM on other versions or models not prescribed.
2.     Download and install USB drivers here for this version.
3.     Enable USB debugging mode from developer menu.
4.     Download and install a custom recovery tool on the phone like CWM or TWRP.
5.     Back up necessary data.
 
To download and install AOKP ROM to Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F, follow these simple steps:
 
1.     Download the AOKP Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow ROM here.
2.     Download the Google Apps here.
3.     Connect Samsung Galaxy Note 4 N910F on PC using USB cable then copy downloaded files to phone.

4.     Simultaneously press hold the volume +, home and power buttons to reboot phone into Recovery Mode.
4.     Perform Nandroid backup of the existing ROM. This will allow users to get back to the original software version once ROM is updated. To do this, go to Backup and Restore > Backup again. Once back is complete, go back to main recovery menu.
5.     Choose "Wipe data/factory reset". Tap "Yes" to confirm action.
6.     Once completed, go back to CWM recovery menu > Wipe Cache Partition > Wipe Dalvik Cache.
7.     Tap Select Install zip from sdcard > Choose a zip from SD card. Find the downloaded AICP ROM and select it by pressing the power button. Tap "Yes" to confirm action. Installation shall begin.
8.     Once completed, go back to third step to install the Google Apps.
9.     Once completed, go back to the main recovery menu. Select "Reboot system".
 
Once completed, the tablet should now be in Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. To check the software, go to Settings > About device.

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