Samsung Galaxy Note 2 users can now upgrade to Android 4.3 Jelly Bean officially. They can now access the Over-the-Air or OTA update through Samsung KIES manual download or through their handset's system. However, for user who did not receive the notification or cannot access the update via the Samsung KIES,can choose manual download and installation. The following sections provide a step-by-step guide.

Details of the N7100XXUEML6 Android 4.3 Firmware:

  • PDA: N7100XXUEML6
  • CSC: N7100OLBEML1
  • MODEM: N7100XXUEMK1
  • Version: Android 4.3
  • Build date: Dec 31, 2013

The upgrade can also be accessed by users from the following countries: Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Philippines, Singapore and Thailand.

Important note: Given the firmware is not under any brand, users with unlocked Galaxy Note 2 N7100 can use the update as well. Providers of the update cannot be held responsible for what happens to the device following the installation. Users can update at their own risk.

Requirements for the firmware:

  • USB drivers for the Galaxy Note 2
  • Back up of all important settings, personal information and other data files.
  • Enable USB debugging on the handset. To do this, go to Settings > Developer > Developer Options. Users must tap the build number seven times to reveal the right settings. Check the USB debugging box in the Settings and Developer Options.
  • The device should be charged at least 80%.
  • The device must not be tied with any particular carrier. It should be unlocked.

Important downloads: Android 4.3 XXUEML6 Jelly Bean Firmware for Galaxy Note 2 N7100 | Odin 3.07

Installation instructions:

1. Use winrar or winzip to extract the firmware zip file: .tar.md5 file plus other files.

2. Extract Odin zip file to access Odin3 v3.07.exe and other important files.

3. Turn off the handset.

4. Boot the handset in Download Mode. Press and hold the Power and Volume Down buttons. Wait for the Android icon to show up. Use the Volume Up button to go into Download Mode.

5. Access Odin in the computer. Run it as administrator.

6. Connect the Galaxy Note 2 to the computer via USB. Wait for the Odin to detect the device. The ID: COM should turn light blue along with the port number of the COM. The screen should say the device was added successfully. Reinstall the USB drivers if this does not happen.

7. Choose the following files from the firmware folder: PDA (.tar.md5 file), Phone (MODEM), CSC (CSC), PIT (.pit file). If there are no files then proceed with the next step.

8. Under Odin, allow Auto Reboot and Factory Reset. Confirm all.

9. Following installation the phone will restart.

Go to Settings, check About Phone to see if the firmware has been installed.