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Flashing DS prototype firmware to real hardware
Note that there is a chance of bricking your console. In addition, this will
permanently break all wireless communications, and may prevent some games from running. I am not liable for any damage caused through this guide. By following this guide, you accept that you, and you alone, are responsible for anything that happens to your console.
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Compatibility:
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Compatibility:
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@@ -120,15 +121,14 @@ touchscreen won't work in games. Can be fixed by flashing a different firmware
-WARNING: Make sure to not short a DS Lite (can happen by touching the metal
- point right next toSL1). Use an improvised tool that is insulated to the
- sides and only leaves metal exposed at the tip.
- (thanks KleinesSinchen)
+WARNING: Make sure to not short a DS Lite (this can happen by touching the metal
+ point contacts right next to SL1). Use an improvised tool that is insulated to the
+ sides and only leaves metal exposed at the tip.
3. Locate the SL1 pin. You'll notice there are two metal pads that make up the SL1. We need to bridge them (connect them together). This can be done by holding a small flathead screwdriver (or another metallic material) to both pads.
-ANOTHER WARNING: DO NOT remove the battery at any time during writing. You will BRICK YOUR CONSOLE (see the green text below for unbricking)
+ANOTHER WARNING: DO NOT remove the battery at any time during writing. You will BRICK YOUR CONSOLE (see the green text below for unbricking)
4. Once bridged, you may start writing. You must keep SL1 bridged for the
@@ -141,7 +141,7 @@ Your console should now boot to the prototype firmware (it
may take a couple seconds to load). If your console does not boot after a long
period of time, you've likely bricked it. But don't worry,
YOU CAN UNBRICK YOUR CONSOLE! Refer to
-this blog entry for info on how to restore a bricked DS. It's pretty easy to do.
+this blog entry for info on how to restore a bricked DS.