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AT&T : How Do I Obtain The Windows Mobile 6.1 Update For My SGH-i617 (BlackJack II) And What Are The Required Steps To Update It On Windows Vista?


How Do I Obtain The Windows Mobile 6.1 Update For My SGH-i617 And What Are The Required Steps To Update It On Windows Vista?

Software Download for Windows Vista ONLY

When selecting the "SGH-i617 page" link in step #1 below, if this does not take you to the End User License Agreement (EULA) page for acceptance and download of the file, it is because there is a PopUp Blocker is enabled on your system.  Please temporarily disable any PopUp Blockers that you have in order to download this file.  The PopUp Blocker can be enabled again after the download is complete.

This Downloader Tool will only function on operating systems running x32 bit Microsoft Windows Vista (Home, Premium, Ultimate, Business)

  1. Click here to go to the SGH-i617 Vista Downloader Page
  2. Accept the EULA and click the Download button.
  3. Click Save and save the file to a specified location.

PLEASE REMOVE THE SIM CARD FROM THE DEVICE BEFORE PERFORMING THIS UPDATE.

IMPORTANT INFORMATION

The Update Process will erase ALL user data from the device.  Please ensure that all critical information has been backed up before applying this update.

Any installed programs and/or updates will need to be re-installed after applying this update.

This tool will only function correctly under Windows Vista.

This Downloader Tool is not compatible with any other product including the original BlackJack (SGH-i607).

Update Process Overview
  • Installation Of Windows Mobile Device Center 6.1
  • Installation Of The Samsung Modem Drivers
  • Downloading Of The Software Update To The Phone
  • Verification Of The Phone's Software Version

Step One:
Install Microsoft Windows Mobile Device Center On The Computer

For information on installing Windows Mobile Device Center, please refer to the following article:
NOTE:  Please allow Pop-ups on this page.  The link below will open in a new window.

Step Two:
Install The Samsung Modem Drivers Onto The Computer.
  1. Insert the companion CD into your computer and browse the CD for the modem drivers which are located in the \OEM\Applications\SAMSUNG_MODEM folder.
  2. Double click Setup.exe
  3. Alternately, the modem drivers may be downloaded from here.
  4. Double-click on the file setup.exe and follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation.
  5. Driver Installation will begin with the following display, select Install to continue.

  6. The driver package has been successfully installed. Please click OK to continue.

  7. The SGH-i617’s USB connection must be changed from ActiveSync to Modem.
  8. On the phone, press Start > Settings > Connections > USB.
  9. Using the directional pad, change the selection from ActiveSync to Modem, then select Done (left soft key).
  10. An Information dialog will notify that ActiveSync will not work if you select this, press Ok (left soft key).
  11. Connect the BlackJack II directly to the computer using the included USB cable. The Found New Hardware wizard should then be displayed on the computer.
  12. Follow the on-screen prompts to complete the Samsung modem driver installation.
  13. In addition to the SAMSUNG Mobile Modem, the SAMSUNG Mobile Modem Diagnostic Serial Port (WDM), and Samsung USB Composite Device drivers are automatically installed during the setup process.
  14. Upon the completion of the install, click Start, and type in the search field devmgmt.msc and press Enter on the keyboard.  The image below indicates where to type in the command circled in red.

  15. From The Device Manager window, click the + next to Modems and verify SAMSUNG Mobile Modem is listed.

  16. Click the + next to Ports (COM & LPT) to verify that SAMSUNG Mobile Modem Diagnostic Serial Port (WDM) is listed.

  17. Click the + next to Universal Serial Bus controllers to verify that SAMSUNG USB Composite Device is listed.

  18. After verification of installation, close the Device Manager and disconnect the USB cable from the phone.

If you DO NOT SEE the three device types (Samsung Composite, Samsung Modem, and Samsung Port) or they have yellow ’s or red X’s, it is recommended to contact Samsung Customer Care to resolve this issue prior to you attempting to flash the handset. Please contact us toll free at 888-987-4357.

Step Three:
Backup Data From The SGH-I617 To The Computer Using Windows Mobile Device Center
  1. On the phone, press Start > Settings > Connections > USB. Using the track wheel, change the selection from Modem to ActiveSync, then select Done (left soft key).
  2. Re-connect the phone to the USB cable (which should still be connected to the computer’s USB port).
  3. If not previously done, create a standard partnership between the computer and your BlackJack II.
  4. Select the items you wish to backup, and then allow the synchronization to complete.
  5. When synchronization is complete and the selected data has been verified to have been successfully synchronized into Microsoft Outlook, disconnect the USB cable from the phone and power the phone off.

If you utilize File Encryption on the handset, please ensure data is relocated off the device and card to a desktop PC. Otherwise, there is no way to recover the cipher key after the flash thus your data can no longer be read.

Step Four:
Begin Software Update Process
  1. Please close all open programs and disconnect the SGH-i617 from the USB cable.
  2. On the computer, double-click on the file BlackJackII_WM6_1_Upgrade_For_Vista
  3. The following image shows the program's opening screen.
  4. For the ID prompt, enter 5688
  5. For the Key prompt, enter 9231
  6. Click on the Confirm button.

  1. The Downloader Tool’s Welcome window should appear. Please read over the caution notice, insert the checkmark, and click Next.

  1. Please review the following instructions, insert the checkmark, and select Next.

  1. The Downloader Tool is automatically changing the port mapping to place the handset into download mode. This will take a few moments.

  1. The SGH-i617 should now be ready to receive the software update. Please click the Start in the lower right hand corner to begin. The download process will proceed through a series of steps.
    • The handset should display “USB Downloader-BADA PC Connection OK, Single Mode”. 

Please Note!

Please do not interrupt the download process by removing the cable, closing the downloader tool, powering off the computer, etc…

  1. The upgrade process will progress through several different phases.

  1. Click on the Done button in the lower right-hand corner.

 The BlackJack II will automatically reboot when the update process has been completed.
If your device is turned on successfully, all downloading procedures are nearly finished.

Step Five:
Performing a Full Reset

After the download has completed, it is recommended that the user perform a command line reset. This is to ensure the EFS area is purged of all irrelevant data.

  1. Once the handset has rebooted to the Today Screen, enter the following code: *2767*3855#. The handset should display a message “Formatting- Please wait a moment”.
  2. The phone will reboot after the Full Reset as this is normal operation.

Step Six:
Verifying The BlackJack II Software Version

After the full reset operation is completed, it is recommended that the user verify the software version of the phone. Please power off the handset and insert your SIM card. Power the handset back on and see the below images.

  • To check the software version, enter the following information on the phone:    *#1234#
  • Both the PDA and Phone versions should show i617UCHJ1

IMPORTANT NOTE:  If the handset shows the information is updated in one area and not in the other or you encounter an error during the flash process, please contact Samsung Customer Care at 888-987-4357.

Additional Detailed Information Of Items Contained Within S/W Update

Please see the condensed list below for details of some changes found in this HJ1 update for the SGH-i617.

  • Microsoft Windows Mobile 6.1 (AKU1.0.1)
  • Pocket Internet Explorer, 7.11
  • Microsoft Voice Command v1.6.19
  • Microsoft Office Mobile (including One Note,)
  • TeleNav & MobiTV capable
  • Modified UI with updated text & icons in several areas
  • Enhancements to improve call quality (Qualcomm patches)
  • Several enhancements were applied to optimize network communication
  • Fixed, Several Bluetooth improvements for BTCK ‘including Peiker, Nokia, Audi, BMW, and others
  • Fixed, Several Bluetooth issues relating to BTHS Jabra, Motorola, Samsung, and others
  • Fixed, BT audio routing
  • Fixed, Audio playback issue /w certain applications
  • Fixed, Video Calling problems
  • Added, Track Wheel speed values
  • Added, Sliding Media Pane
  • Added, Phonebook Access Profile (PBAP) for Bluetooth
  • Added, Leap year calendar patch for wallpaper
  • Added, Integrated BMW iDrive Patch
  • Removed, Good Messaging Application

Supplemental FAQs
  • Is The Upgrade For My SGH-i617 From Windows Mobile 6 To Windows Mobile 6.1 Free Of Charge?
    • At This time, the update is free for BlackJack II users.
  • How Long Will The Upgrade Be Available For My SGH-i617?
    • Currently, there is no plan to remove the upgrade after initial release.
  • If I Purchase A New SGH-i617, Will It Come With Windows Mobile 6.1?
    • Yes. Windows Mobile 6.1 will be rolled into current production process.
  • If I Have x64 bit Edition for Windows Vista, Is The Downloader Tool Compatible With My OS?
    • No. The x64 bit architecture requires separate modem drivers that are not available.

For more information on the SGH-I617 click here.

     

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