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Update the software of the Samsung Galaxy Tab S 2 (T817A)

Advisory :

Update summary
Effective July 8, 2016, AT&T released a software update for the Samsung Galaxy Tab S2 (T817A) via Firmware Over The Air (FOTA). Manual download is available via Wi-Fi only.

Software update includes
Android OS 6.0 (Marshmallow)
NumberSync functionality
NumberSync gives you the freedom to use your tablet to make and receive voice and video calls
Uses your existing mobile number
Works even if your smartphone isn't with you

Instructions :

What to expect after the update
Although there should be no impacts to settings or data, we recommend that you back up your media files to an SD card, a PC, or using a favorite application (from the Play Store), prior to upgrading the software.
You can't downgrade to Android Lollipop once updated to the new version, Android Marshmallow.


To update the software
Make sure your device is sufficiently charged and connected to Wi-Fi.
Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the Settings icon.
Scroll down to and tap About device > Software update > Check for updates.
Follow the on-screen prompts to download and install the update.
The device automatically restarts once the new software successfully installs.


To verify the update
Swipe down from the top of the screen and tap the Settings icon.
Scroll down to and tap General > About device.
The following information displays:
Android Version: 6.0.1
Baseband Version: T817AUCU2BPF2
Kernel Version: 3.10.9-8314061 dpi@SWDD5507 #1 Tue June 7 19:33:05 KST 2016
Build#: MMB29K.T817AUCU2BPF2
File Size: PB2 > PF2 = 1074 MB

Previous updates
Date Details
May 11, 2016 New FOTA enhancement
Google Security enhancements
Android Version: 5.1.1
Android Security Patch Level: 2016-04-02
Baseband Version: T817AUCU2APB2
Kernel Version: 3.10.9-5498307 dpi@SWDD6818 #1 The Mar 24 13:12:43 KST 2016
Build#: LMY47X.T817AUCU2APB2
Security Enhancements for Android Status: Enforcing SEPF_SAMSUNG-SM-T817A_5.1.1_0032 Thu Mar 24 13:45:25 2016
File Size: Up to 223MB
September 22, 2015 AT&T Messaging, AT&T Locker, and Remote Support application updates
Software Version: 5.1.1
Baseband Version: T817AUCU1AOH2
Kernel Version: 3.10.9-5498307 dp@SWHD7407 #1 Mon Aug 24 11:40:23 KST 2015
Build#: LMY47X.T817AUCU1AOH2
File Size: 58MB

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