| FlashMe | |
| File:Flashmeds.jpg | |
| General | |
|---|---|
| Author(s) | Loopy, FireFly, DarkFader |
| Type | System tool |
| Version | 8a |
| Licence | Mixed |
| Links | |
| [Normal Stealth NoFlashMe No autoboot Download] | |
| Website | |
<htmlet>adsense</htmlet>
A firmware for DS that to start code in DS mode from a flash card in the GBA slot.
Installation
Normal version: Boot-up logo and safety warning are removed.
"Stealth" version: Warning screen is left intact.
NoFlashMe: Uninstaller
No autoboot (stealth): "PASS" check is removed. SLOT-2 is only booted when SELECT held.
Run flashme using some device made for running homebrew code. Follow the on-screen instructions. The SL1 contact (pictured above) needs to be shorted with a small metallic object like a small flathead screwdriver, bent paperclip, etc. Be careful not to touch any other parts inside the DS, or it may shut off unexpectedly.
To upgrade to a newer version, just run it. You don't need to uninstall the previous version.
Run noflashme to completely remove flashme.
User guide
It requires:
- GBA Flash Card
- DS mode boot method (see also DS Homebrew)
- Screwdriver to open the battery lid
- Something small and metal to short the SL1 pads
If DS software is detected in SLOT-2, flashme will automatically run it. Otherwise, it will launch the normal DS firmware.
Recovery: Failsafe code is written into the first few blocks of firmware, in case the flashing procedure gets interrupted or malicious software overwrites part of your firmware. Run flashme or noflashme to repair it.
More information is available here.
Controls
Select - override boot to firmware, boot SLOT-2 (No-autoboot version)
A + B + X + Y - boot from SLOT-2
Start + Select - boot directly to SLOT-1 or SLOT-2