Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) has just received root support from Chainfire for Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow stock firmware using its very own CF-Auto-root utility. In the wake of rooting issues these days, Chainfire offers a more user-friendly guide to root device and be able to install root apps.
Chainfire brought CF-Auto-root support for Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow. Despite the claims of slow rooting process, CF-Auto-root is designed to put an end to this problem, making root procedures and workarounds more user-friendly.
Take note of the following reminders before rooting Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow:
1. Use only Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) as prescribed. Using other variant may cause severe damage to phone.
2. Back up all necessary data here.
3. This root guide applies to future Android updates.
4. Use Samsung Galaxy A5 92016) device not yet installed with any custom ROM.
To finally root Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) on Android 6.0.1 Marshmallow using CF-Auto-root, follow the step-by-step guide provided below:
1. Download SuperSU Root package on PC for Samsung Galaxy A5 (2016) and extract the zip file.
2. Connect phone to PC using USB cable.
3. Copy and paste downloaded zip files from PC in the phone's memory.
4. Turn off phone.
5. Go to Download mode by press holding volume down and home buttons together.
6. Press the power button twice.
7. Open Odin on the PC.
8. Once connected, wait for the ID:COM boxes to turn into yellow with the COM port number.
9. Select the files to be flashed or installed on the phone.
10. In Odin, check the Auto Reboot and F. Reset Time options.
11. Click the Start button for begin installation.
12. Wait until the installation is completed.
To check the software versions, go to Settings > About phone.
