Search on XDA Developers Forum → Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 → Android Development → Look for threads titled “[ROM][UNOFFICIAL] LineageOS 14.1 for GT-P5100” . As of 2025, the most referenced builds are by developer Android Andi (Andi34). Download the latest build (usually filename like lineage-14.1-202XXXXX-UNOFFICIAL-p5100.zip).
Avoid shady “firmware download” sites that ask for surveys. Only use XDA or trusted mirrors like AndroidFileHost.
First boot can take 10–15 minutes. Be patient.
The Samsung Galaxy Tab 2 10.1 (GT-P5100) was a titan of its time. Released back in 2012, it introduced many of us to the world of large-screen Android tablets. But if you’re still holding onto this device, you’re likely stuck on the antiquated Android 4.1 (Jelly Bean), struggling with slow speeds and apps that no longer support your OS.
You don't have to throw it in the e-waste bin just yet. There is a way to drag this classic tablet into the modern era: Installing a custom Android 7.1.2 Nougat Firmware.
Here is your ultimate guide to finding, downloading, and installing the "best" firmware for your aging Tab 2.