HOW TO: Install Zap Blaster ROM on Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean Custom Firmware

Zap Blaster v1.5 custom ROM for the Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110 is based on stock Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean firmware update by Samsung, but comes with lots of optimizations and features of its own that makes it a really good custom firmware that you can use on your tablet as a daily driver. The name “ZAP” in this ROM is because it’s overclocked, “BLASTER” because IR blaster work. This aftermarket ROM features AdBlock host, works smooth as butter and runs like a top. If interested in Android 4.1.1 for other tablets, check out our new Custom ROMs section.

You can update Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110 to Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean custom firmware using the tutorial below. This is not an official release by Samsung, but just a custom ROM which would require a custom recovery like ClockworkMod in order to flash the ROM zip file on your tablet.

In this tutorial, we will tell you how to install Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean ROM on Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110 with complete steps using CWM recovery. We also have several tips on how to backup your tablet data and also some more tips that you have to keep in mind before proceeding to the tutorial on the next page. You will have to wipe your previous personal data and apps as usual when installing custom ROMs. The following tips are important as they will help the installation procedure to go smooth without any issues. Let’s begin with the tutorial below.

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Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean ROM Details:

This amazing Zap Blaster v1.5 custom ROM comes with tons of new features and is based on Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean. A quick list of the main features in Zap Blaster v1.5 is given below and we are sure you’d love to use this on your Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110:

• Root, busybox, deodex, zipalign
• TouchWiz
• kkboot-0.6.0 kernel
• Debloated
• Boot Animation
• 1% battery mod with icons
• Reboot Options
• init.d tweaks (CPU OC to 1200 MHz, GPU OC to 384 MHz, SD card tweaks, Memory tweaks, NFS/NTFS support)
• AdBlock Host
• Removed updater prompts
• Changed touch sound to old “pip” style rather than horrible Ferris Bueller water drop sound
• ES File Explorer, Rom Toolbox, Titanium Backup, Adobe Flashplayer
• Chrome Desktop Mode (Download Chrome from Google Play Store, and it will be in desktop mode!)

Like this Zap Blaster v1.5 ROM based on the latest Android 4.1.1? We love it too and we know you are looking forward to install it on your tablet now. We will be waiting for your feedback! Please read below for important tips on how to make sure your installation goes smooth and you do not end up with any problems.

Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 USB Drivers

You will need to connect your Android tablet with the computer. For that, please make sure you have installed the USB drivers for Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 properly. If not, you can download the latest official drivers from our Android USB Drivers section here:
Download Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 USB drivers!

Backup and Other Important Tips on Galaxy Tab 2 10.1

Done with the USB drivers? Perfect. The tutorial is on the next page, but first, please take a look at the following tips and important points you need to take care of. These are important, as we don’t want anyone losing their personal data or apps:
Always backup your important data that you might need after you install a new custom ROM, an official software update or anything else. Make a backup for just in case, you never know when anything might go wrong. See below for some tips on how to backup data:

• Backup your Apps. How? –> How to Backup Android Apps.  
• Backup your SMS messages. How? –> How to Backup/Restore SMS Messages.
• Backup Call History. How? –> How to Backup Call History.   
• Backup APN Settings: GPRS, 3G, MMS Settings. How? Note down everything from: Settings > Wireless & Networks (More…) > Mobile networks > Access Point Names.   

 Samsung users can also back up data using Samsung KIES. If you backup data manually, you get more options what to choose from and it is very easy to move data across Android devices from different manufacturers, i.e moving Samsung Galaxy S3 backup data to HTC One X.

    If you already have a custom recovery (ClockworkMod, TWRP etc.) installed on your phone, we strongly recommend a backup using that as it creates a complete image of your existing phone set up.

A few more optional tips that you should remember:

1. Having problems connecting your Android tablet to the computer? You may need to enable USB debugging mode.
2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. Why? Because, if your tablet goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your tablet might get bricked or go dead permanently. No one wants that, right?
3. Most of the tutorials and how-to guides on MyTrickSource are for factory unlocked Android phones and tablets. We recommend NOT to try our guides if your phone is locked to a carrier, unless we have specified the carrier name or device model.
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All set and ready? Good. Now, let’s proceed with the tutorial on the next page and update Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110 to Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean custom firmware.

HOW TO: Install Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean on Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to install Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean custom firmware on Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110. If you are used to installing custom ROMs on your Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110, then this should not be any different for you.

However, for beginners, you need to root your Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 and install a custom recovery. Please Google that up if you are unsure and make sure you read the tutorial once before actually performing it on your device.

To Remember:

• This tutorial is only for installing Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 ROM on Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110. Please do not try on any other Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 variants.
• Your tablet should be rooted and have ClockworkMod recovery installed from before.
• This tutorial will wipe out all your data. Proceed at your own risk.
• Perform a Dalvik Cache wipe before proceeding from the recovery mode.
• Samsung KIES will NOT detect your phone after installing this ROM because it is a custom firmware.
• Make sure you backup all your data in your tablet before proceeding.

Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:

Step 1 - Download Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 ROM for Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 to your computer.

Step 2 - Connect and mount your Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 USB memory on your computer using the USB cable.

Step 3 - Now copy/paste the downloaded Android 4.1.1 ROM zip file to your SD card. Make sure the file is in the SD card root (not in any folder).

Step 4 - Then turn OFF your tablet and disconnect from the USB cable.

Step 5 - Now to get in the Recovery Mode. Switch ON the tablet while pressing and holding Volume Down + Power buttons together. Alternatively, read this: How to Enter Recovery Mode on Any Android Tablet.

Step 6 - Once you are in ClockworkMod Recovery, select perform a full data wipe by selecting “wipe data/factory reset” as shown below. Use the Power button to select everything while in the Recovery Mode.

Step 7 - Then, perform a cache wipe by selecting “wipe cache partition” 

Step 8 - Now this is optional, but it is recommended to perform a wipe of your dalvik cache as well. You will not get into boot loops or any other errors. From CWM recovery, go to ‘advanced’ and then select “wipe dalvik cache”.

Step 9 - Then go back to the main recovery screen and select “install zip from SD card”.

Step 10 - Now select “choose zip from sdcard”. Using your volume keys, navigate to the Android 4.1.1 ROM zip file that you copied to your SD card and select it using the Power button. Confirm the installation on the next screen and the installation procedure should start now.

Step 11 - After the installation completes, go to “+++++Go Back+++++” and reboot the tablet by selecting “reboot system now” from the recovery menu as show below.

Your Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 P5110 will boot now and it might take about 5 minutes to boot on your first time. So, please wait.

That’s it! Your Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 should now have Zap Blaster v1.5 Android 4.1.1 Jelly Bean custom ROM installed on your tablet! Go to Settings > About tablet to verify.

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