Update Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) to Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Custom Rom

The Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 was originally released with Android 4.0 Ice Cream Sandwich. An upgrade to Android 4.2 Jelly Bean has since been made available only for the WiFi version, both as an over-the-air update and through Samsung Kies. Samsung has customized the interface with its TouchWiz UX software. As well as apps from Google, including Google Play, Gmail and YouTube, it has access to Samsung apps such as ChatON, S Suggest and All Share Play.

The Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 is available in WiFi-only and 3G & WiFi variants. Storage ranges from 16 GB to 32 GB depending on the model, with a microSD card slot for expansion. It has a 10.1-inch PLS LCD screen with a resolution of 1280x800 pixel. It also features a VGA front camera without flash and 3 MP rear-facing camera. it also has the ability to record HD videos.

As you continue reading below, we will guide you through the entire process of how to install AOKP Nightly Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean on Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) with complete steps. Don’t forget to read all the tips below that you have to keep in mind before proceeding. Please make sure you backup all your data as given below because this tutorial will wipe your data. If interested in Android 4.2.2 for other phones, check out our new Custom ROMs section. The following tips are important as they will help the installation procedure to go smooth without any issues. Let’s get to the tutorial now.

Disclaimer: All the custom ROMs and firmwares, official software updates, tools, mods or anything mentioned in the tutorial belong to their respective owners/developers. We (MyTrickSource) or the developers are not to be held responsible if you damage or brick your device. We don’t have you on gun point to try out this tutorial ;-)

Like this AOKP Nightly ROM based on the latest Android 4.2.2? We love it too and we know you are looking forward to install it on your phone now.

Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) USB Driver

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

 Backup and Other Important Tips on Android

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 Note 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 phone to the computer? You need to enable USB debugging mode.

        2. Make sure your Android device is charged up to 80-85% battery level. Why? Because, if your phone goes off suddenly while installing a custom ROM, flashing an official firmware update or installing mods etc. — your phone 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 and Update Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) to Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Custom Rom

How to Update Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) to Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean Custom Rom

We have put together a detailed step-by-step instructions guide on how to install AOKP Nightly Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean custom firmware on Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi).  If you are used to installing custom ROMs on your Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi), then this should not be any different for you.

However, for beginners, you need to root your Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) 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 AOKP Nightly Android 4.2.2 ROM on Samsung Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi). Please do not try on any other Galaxy Tab 2 variants.
    Your phone 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 phone before proceeding.

Complete Step-By-Step Instructions:

Step 1 - Download AOKP Nightly Android 4.2.2 ROM and Google Apps for Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) to your computer.

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

Step 3 - Now copy/paste the downloaded Android 4.2.2 ROM zip and Google Apps zip files to your SD card. Make sure the files are in the SD card root (not in any folder).

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

Step 5 - Now to get in the Recovery Mode. Switch ON the phone while pressing and holding Volume Up + Home + Power buttons together.

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.

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


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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”.

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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 4.2.2 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.

Google Apps: Repeat the above step for the Gapps zip file as well and install it on your phone.

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

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Your Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (Wifi) 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 (Wifi) should now have AOKP Nightly Android 4.2.2 Jelly Bean custom ROM installed on your phone! Go to Settings > About phone to verify.

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