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Formatting an SD card

2024-07-19T03:00:58Z

Kookies: Switch guide now uses hekate for partitioning (dead link replaced). TegraExplorer can still be used, so linked seperately.

The process to format an SD card to FAT32 is different for Windows, Linux and macOS.

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{{critical|text=ChromeOS and Android are not an option and formatting an SD card with its built-in formatter may result in it becoming unusable by consoles.}}

{{info|text=iOS/iPadOS cannot format SD cards.}}

=== Alternatives ===
* If you have a 3DS with custom firmware, you can instead use [[3DS:GodMode9 Usage#Format an SD card|GodMode9]].
* If you have an unpatched or modchipped Switch, you can instead use [[switchguide:user_guide/all/partitioning_sd_syscfw|Hekate]] or [https://github.com/suchmememanyskill/TegraExplorer TegraExplorer]
** Note: Under TegraExplorer, if you do not wish to create an emuNAND, e.g. for a sysCFW setup or for other consoles, select Only Fat32 instead of <code>Fat32 + EmuMMC</code>

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If you already understand how to use the tools in the above guides, here are direct links to their pages:
* Windows: [https://www.sdcard.org/downloads/formatter/ SD Memory Card Formatter] + [http://ridgecrop.co.uk/index.htm?guiformat.htm guiformat]
* Mac: [https://support.apple.com/guide/disk-utility/format-a-disk-for-windows-computers-dskutl1010 Disk Utility]
* Linux: [https://github.com/dosfstools/dosfstools dosfstools]

[[Category:General guides]]

Wii U:Things to do

2023-06-20T18:17:36Z

Kookies: Changed SaveMii link to the newer "WUT Port" version, which is used in the Wii U guide.

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Installed Tiramisu? Here is some stuff you can do!

This is not a complete list, but it should give you a general idea on what you can do.

* Use “ROM hacks” for games that you own using [https://gbatemp.net/threads/sdcafiine.471360/ SDCafiine]
* Backup, edit and restore saves for many games with [https://github.com/Xpl0itU/savemii/releases/latest SaveMii WUT Port]
* Play games for older systems with various emulators, using [https://github.com/libretro/RetroArch RetroArch] or other standalone emulators.
* Play out-of-region games with [https://apps.fortheusers.org/wiiu/ourloader OurLoader]
* [[Wii U:Dump Games|Dump your Wii U game discs]] to a format that can be installed on your internal or external Wii U storage drive.
* Use controllers from other consoles using [https://github.com/GaryOderNichts/Bloopair Bloopair].

Nintendo Switch

2022-11-13T20:24:15Z

Kookies: Added codenames and systems to infobox

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{{Infobox console
| title = Nintendo Switch
| image = Nintendo-Switch-wJoyCons-BlRd-Standing-FL.jpg
| imagesize = 300px
| caption = A Nintendo Switch shown in portable mode, with joy-cons attached to the sides
| aka = {{plainlist|
* NX, HAC <small>(codename)</small>
* Erista <small> (original model) </small>
* Mariko <small> ("red box" model) </small>
* Aula <small> (OLED model) </small>
}}
| systems = {{plainlist|
* Nintendo Switch
* Nintendo Switch Lite
* Nintendo Switch – OLED Model
}}
| version = {{SystemVersion|hac}}
| recommended = [[Switch:Hekate|Hekate]] + [[Switch:Atmosphere|Atmosphère]]
| guide = [[switchguide:|Nintendo Homebrew Switch Guide]]
| namespace = Switch:
}}

The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid handheld/home game console released by Nintendo in 2017.

Multiple revisions of the Switch have been released - out of them, only the original "Erista" models made before July 2018 are currently hackable.

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==Getting started==

The current recommended setup is [[Switch:Hekate|Hekate]] + [[Switch:Atmosphere|Atmosphère]].

Instructions on setting up homebrew and custom firmware on your console can be found here:

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|switchguide:|Go to NH Switch Guide|class=mw-ui-progressive}}
| style="vertical-align: top;" class="collapse-on-mobile" |
==Use homebrew==

Looking for things to do with your newly-homebrewed console? We have a list for that!

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|Switch:Things to do|Check out the things to do|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
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== Models ==
The currently released models of the switch are:

* "Erista" (original switch)
** "Erista" systems manufactured before June 2018 are vulnerable to the [[Switch:Fusee Gelee|Fusee Gelee]] exploit, and are generally refered to as "unpatched"
** "Erista" systems manufactured after June 2018 cannot be hacked at this time
* "Mariko" ("redbox" switch)
** "Mariko" systems feature a new SOC, which allows them to run cooler and with a longer battery life
** "Mariko" systems cannot be hacked at this time
* Switch Lite
** The Switch Lite is a budget model, without TV output, detachable joycons and several other systems
** The Switch Lite cannot be hacked at this time
* OLED model ("Aula")
** The Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) is identical to the "Mariko" systems, but features a larger, OLED display, expanded internal storage, an improved kickstand and improved speakers
** The Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) cannot be hacked at this time
|
|}
==Get help==

Having an issue setting up homebrew, or using it? Maybe your console is doing something weird?

First, try searching for your issue. If you cannot find the right information or don't understand it, you can [[Get support|'''ask someone for help''']].

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placeholder=Enter a description of your issue...
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Nintendo Switch

2022-11-13T20:17:10Z

Kookies: Added infobox for the Switch

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{{Infobox console
| title = Nintendo Switch
| image = Nintendo-Switch-wJoyCons-BlRd-Standing-FL.jpg
| imagesize = 300px
| caption = A Nintendo Switch shown in portable mode, with joy-cons attached to the sides
| aka = {{plainlist|
* NX, HAC <small>(codenames)</small>
}}
| systems = {{plainlist|
* Nintendo Switch
}}
| version = {{SystemVersion|hac}}
| recommended = [[Switch:Hekate|Hekate]] + [[Switch:Atmosphere|Atmosphère]]
| guide = [[switchguide:|Nintendo Homebrew Switch Guide]]
| namespace = Switch:
}}

The Nintendo Switch is a hybrid handheld/home game console released by Nintendo in 2017.

Multiple revisions of the Switch have been released - out of them, only the original "Erista" models made before July 2018 are currently hackable.

{| style="width: 100%; table-layout: fixed;"
| style="vertical-align: top;" class="collapse-on-mobile" |
==Getting started==

The current recommended setup is [[Switch:Hekate|Hekate]] + [[Switch:Atmosphere|Atmosphère]].

Instructions on setting up homebrew and custom firmware on your console can be found here:

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|switchguide:|Go to NH Switch Guide|class=mw-ui-progressive}}
| style="vertical-align: top;" class="collapse-on-mobile" |
==Use homebrew==

Looking for things to do with your newly-homebrewed console? We have a list for that!

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|Switch:Things to do|Check out the things to do|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
|-
|
== Models ==
The currently released models of the switch are:

* "Erista" (original switch)
** "Erista" systems manufactured before June 2018 are vulnerable to the [[Switch:Fusee Gelee|Fusee Gelee]] exploit, and are generally refered to as "unpatched"
** "Erista" systems manufactured after June 2018 cannot be hacked at this time
* "Mariko" ("redbox" switch)
** "Mariko" systems feature a new SOC, which allows them to run cooler and with a longer battery life
** "Mariko" systems cannot be hacked at this time
* Switch Lite
** The Switch Lite is a budget model, without TV output, detachable joycons and several other systems
** The Switch Lite cannot be hacked at this time
* OLED model ("Aula")
** The Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) is identical to the "Mariko" systems, but features a larger, OLED display, expanded internal storage, an improved kickstand and improved speakers
** The Nintendo Switch (OLED Model) cannot be hacked at this time
|
|}
==Get help==

Having an issue setting up homebrew, or using it? Maybe your console is doing something weird?

First, try searching for your issue. If you cannot find the right information or don't understand it, you can [[Get support|'''ask someone for help''']].

<inputbox>
type=search
placeholder=Enter a description of your issue...
namespaces=Main**,Switch**
width=70
</inputbox>

Nintendo 3DS

2022-11-07T00:49:42Z

Kookies: Capitalization of "Dump"

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*I should use css grid for the table, it would make it easier to move stuff around between desktop and mobile screens. [[User:Ihaveahax|ihaveahax]] ([[User talk:Ihaveahax|talk]]) 05:08, 13 August 2022 (UTC)
}}
{{Infobox console
| title = Nintendo 3DS
| image = Nintendo-3DS-AquaOpen.png
| imagesize = 300px
| caption = The original Nintendo 3DS in Aqua Blue
| imagealt = The original Nintendo 3DS in the Aqua Blue color, open and showing the top and bottom screens.
| aka = {{plainlist|
* 3DS <small>(abbreviation)</small>
* iQue 3DS <small>(China)</small>
* Citrus/CTR <small>(Code name)</small>
}}
| systems = {{plainlist|
* Nintendo 3DS
* Nintendo 3DS XL
* Nintendo 2DS
* New Nintendo 3DS
* New Nintendo 3DS XL
* New Nintendo 2DS XL
}}
| version = {{SystemVersion|ctr}}
| recommended = [[3DS:boot9strap|boot9strap]] + [[3DS:Luma3DS|Luma3DS]]
| guide = [[3dsguide:index|3ds.hacks.guide]]
| namespace = 3DS:
}}
The '''{{iw|wikipedia|Nintendo 3DS}}''' is a handheld game console released by Nintendo in 2011. Multiple revisions have been released for the Nintendo 3DS over the years, including the more-powerful "New Nintendo 3DS" series and the budget "2DS" set of consoles. All 3DS revisions run the same system software, so homebrew methods and software are generally identical (except in cases where the more-powerful hardware of the New Nintendo 3DS is required).
{| style="table-layout: fixed;"
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== Getting started ==
{{Warning|Never use video guides as those can get outdated quickly and can contain mistakes or modified files.}}
The current recommended setup is [[3DS:boot9strap|boot9strap]] + [[3DS:Luma3DS|Luma3DS]].

Instructions on setting up homebrew and custom firmware on your console can be found on [[3dsguide:index|3ds.hacks.guide]].

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|3dsguide:index|Go to 3DS Hacks Guide|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
| style="vertical-align: top; width: 50%;" class="collapse-on-mobile" |
== Use homebrew ==
Looking for things to do with your newly-homebrewed console? Here are some ideas:
* Back up or restore game saves using [[Checkpoint]]
* [[3DS:Dump titles and game cartridges|Dump titles and game cartridges]]
* Mod your [[:Category:Nintendo_3DS_games|3DS games]]
* Use a [[3DS:Custom_themes|custom theme]] or even [[3DS:Creating_custom_themes|create your own]]
<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|3DS:Things to do|See the full list of things to do|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
|}

== Get help ==
Having an issue setting up homebrew, or using it? Maybe your console is doing something weird?

First, try searching for your issue. If you cannot find the right information or don't understand it, you can [[Get support|'''ask someone for help''']].

<inputbox>
type=search
placeholder=Enter a description of your issue...
namespaces=Main**,3DS**
width=70
</inputbox>
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Wii U

2022-11-07T00:47:08Z

Kookies: Changed SaveMii link to the WUT Port version

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{{Infobox console
| title = Nintendo Wii U
| image = Wii_U_Console_and_Gamepad.png
| imagesize = 300px
| caption = A white Nintendo Wii U Console and Gamepad
| aka = {{plainlist|
* Project Café/WUP <small>(codename)</small>
}}
| systems = {{plainlist|
* Nintendo Wii U
}}
| version = {{SystemVersion|wup}}
| recommended = [[Wii U:Tiramisu|Tiramisu]]
| guide = [[wiiuguide:index|wiiu.hacks.guide]]
| namespace = Wii U:
}}
The '''{{iw|wikipedia|Wii U}}''' is a home video game console released by Nintendo in 2012. The console was succeeded by the [[Nintendo Switch]] in 2017 and is now discontinued.
{| style="table-layout: fixed;"
| style="vertical-align: top; width: 50%;" class="collapse-on-mobile" |
== Getting started ==
{{Warning|Never use video guides as those can get outdated quickly and can contain mistakes or modified files.}}
The current recommended setup is [[Wii U:Tiramisu|Tiramisu]].

Instructions on setting up homebrew and custom firmware on your console can be found here:

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|wiiuguide:|Go to Wii U Hacks Guide|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
| style="vertical-align: top; width: 50%;" class="collapse-on-mobile" |
== Use homebrew ==
Looking for things to do with your newly-homebrewed console? Here are some ideas:
* Play out-of-region games with [https://apps.fortheusers.org/wiiu/ourloader OurLoader]
* Backup or restore game saves using [https://github.com/Xpl0itU/savemii SaveMii WUT Port]
* Use “ROM hacks” for games you own using [https://gbatemp.net/threads/sdcafiine.471360/ SDCafiine]
* Use controllers from other consoles using [https://github.com/GaryOderNichts/Bloopair Bloopair].

<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|Wii U:Things to do|See the full list of things to do|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
|}
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== Get help ==

Having an issue setting up homebrew, or using it? Maybe your console is doing something weird?

First, try searching for your issue. If you cannot find the right information or don't understand it, you can [[Get support|'''ask someone for help''']].

<inputbox>
type=search
placeholder=Enter a description of your issue...
namespaces=Main**,Wii_U**
width=70
</inputbox>