Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T815Y is one of the popular Android Tablets that is quite popular in its segment. The tablet packs a number of features such as a 9.7-inch Super AMOLED screen with an 1.3 GHz Octa-Core processor, supported by 3GB of RAM and 32GB internal memory, an 8MP primary and 2.1 MP secondary camera. The device is powered by the Android OS and now the most recent Android 7.0 Nougat OS is being rolled for the device. This update will be all the way powerful as it’s going to add a number of extra features to the Changelog of your Galaxy Tab.
Reportedly, the update is being rolled in Brazil Over The air. If you have already not received the firmware update, then you will receive a notification on Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T815Y. Then you can flash it on your device by downloading and installing it as per the given instructions. However, a second update method is also there as mentioned below which also can be followed to flash this new firmware on your Android device. But to initiate that update process, you need to read and understand the steps and requirements properly. Just have a look on those.
Caution
Forget not to twice check the Name and model number of your Galaxy Tab by going to the About Device section of your device. Do this before starting the update as this update is only meant for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 with the model number SM-T815Y. Using this tutorial in other devices or even in other models of the same series of tab might harm your device completely. Keep in mind that BlogZamana will never be responsible for any issues, Bugs, Bricked devices or Dead SD Card, if your device experiences any during the installation process. What you do is on your own risk.
Pre-Requisites
- One Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T815Y.
- Original Data Cable.
- One PC preloaded with Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 drivers. Else at first download and install the drivers on your PC from Samsung’s official website.
- Enable the USB Debugging Mode. You will find the option in the Developer Section of your device. Follow Settings> Developer Options> USB Debugging.
- Backup all important data in your Android device since the update process will erase all data.
- Keep at least 70% to 80% power back up on your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 to avoid accidental shut down during installation.
Downloads
- Android 7 Nougat T815YDVU2CQD9 Firmware
- Odin flash tool
Steps to Update
- First of all download the above mentioned files and then extract the Android 7.0 Nougat file to the desktop of your PC.
- Next switch off your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 SM-T815Y and move it into download mode by long press & hold of the Volume Down Key+Home Buttom+Power Button. Press the Volume Up button to continue as soon as you see a warning triangle sign on your display.
- Then connect your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 to your PC via USB.
- After select the “PDA/AP” button on ODIN screen and select the file with .tar.md5 extension. Ensure that the Auto Reboot and F.Reset Time checkboxes are ticked in ODIN and the Re-Partition button is unchecked.
- Double check Settings and hit the START button to begin the update process.
- Wait for sometime and you will see the PASS message on the ODIN screen with green backdrop, once the flashing is complete. Disconnect your Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 from the PC when your device restarts. It will take around 5-10 minutes of time.
That’s all you need to do. Once your handset restarts, know that you have successfully completed the procedure. Following the given procedure, you must not face any issues in the update process. Still you faced any, feel free to use the comment section. I am always here to assist you.