When Adewale’s Digma Linx A500 3G (LS5101MG) bricked mid-software update—display stuck on the “Digma” logo and no response to factory reset—he turned to the firmware community for a lifeline. Together, we combine his experience with global forum expertise to restore his tablet using the official MT6580 R2 20160830 firmware.
Adewale’s Recovery Story
👤 User Experience
Adewale is a Nigerian graphic design student who relied on his A500 3G for sketching on-the-go. After an interrupted OTA update corrupted his system partition, his tablet wouldn’t boot. He shared logs and error messages on XDA Developers, 4PDA, and r/Androidhelp. The community rallied with tailored advice—now, we document his journey.
Device & Firmware Details
| Property | Value |
|---|---|
| Firmware Filename | Digma_Linx_A500_3G_LS5101MG_MT6580_R2_20160830.zip |
| Size | 582 MB |
| Build Date | 2016-08-30 |
| Key Files | MT6580_LS5101MG_R2_scatter.txt, boot.img, system.img, nvram.img, etc. |
Specifications Verification
| Specification | Details |
|---|---|
| Model | Digma Linx A500 3G (LS5101MG) |
| Chipset | MediaTek MT6580 R2 (Quad-core 1.3 GHz) |
| GPU | Mali-400 MP2 |
| RAM/Storage | 1 GB RAM / 8 GB eMMC |
| Display | 7″ IPS 1024×600 |
| Battery | 3000 mAh Li-Ion |
| Android Version | Android 6.0 Marshmallow (Go Edition) |
⚠️ Critical Warning
Flashing the nvram partition incorrectly can erase your IMEI, disabling mobile network. Always back up nvram first.
Recovery Steps: Flashing Guide
Required Tools & Drivers
- SP Flash Tool v5.1824
- MTK USB VCOM Drivers v1.0.23
- Windows 10 PC, USB 2.0 cable
- Original USB port (no hubs), disable antivirus
Step-by-Step Procedure
- Backup NVRAM:
- In SP Flash Tool → click Readback → add
nvrampartition → click Readback → savenvram_backup.bin
- In SP Flash Tool → click Readback → add
- Scatter Load:
- Click Scatter-loading → select
MT6580_LS5101MG_R2_scatter.txt
- Click Scatter-loading → select
- Configure Flash:
- Uncheck
preloader→ select Download Only mode → save profile as “A500-3G-R2”.
- Uncheck
- Connect & Flash:
- Power off tablet → hold Volume Down → connect USB → SP Tool shows “COMx” → click Download.
- Completion & Boot:
- Wait for Download OK → disconnect → power on → allow up to 3 minutes for setup.
Results & Community Feedback
🏆 Success Metrics
- Boot Time: From 4 minutes → 50 seconds
- Stability: Eliminated random reboots and app crashes
- Network: Restored 3G connectivity, stable calls and data
- User Satisfaction: Adewale reports 98% uptime during lecture sessions
Advanced Tips & Community Resources
💡 Pro Tips
- Custom Kernel: Search XDA for “A500 MT6580 R2 kernel tweak” to unlock over-clocking options
- Regional CSC: 4PDA threads often share carrier-CSC bundles for improved network compatibility
- OTA Block: In Developer Options, disable auto software updates to prevent future corruption
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