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{{info|text=While possible to do on Tiramisu, it is highly recommended to use Aroma so you can load the themes automatically, and since SDCafiine on Tiramisu is very outdated}}
{{Infobox console
| title = Nintendo Switch
| image = Nintendo-Switch-wJoyCons-BlRd-Standing-FL.png
| 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.
{{Warning|text=Using FTPiiU Everywhere on Tiramisu is NOT recommended, as it has been known to cause bricks}}


Multiple revisions of the Switch have been released - out of them, only the original "Erista" models made before July 2018 are currently hackable. Other patched Erista models may use the software method "Caffeine" if they run on versions 4.0.0 to 4.1.0.
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==Getting started==


The current recommended setup is [[Switch:Hekate|Hekate]] + [[Switch:Atmosphere|Atmosphère]].
===Loading Custom Themes===
Custom themes can be loaded using [[Wii U:SDCafiine|SDCafiine]].


Instructions on setting up homebrew and custom firmware on your console can be found here:
====What you need====


<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|switchguide:|Go to NH Switch Guide|class=mw-ui-progressive}}
*The latest release of [https://github.com/wiiu-env/sdcafiine_plugin/releases/tag/v0.1.3 SDCafiine] (the Tiramisu version can be found [https://github.com/Maschell/SDCafiine/releases/tag/1.4 here]).
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**Download and extract the <code>.zip</code> file and copy the <code>sdcafiine.wps</code> file to <code>wiiu/environments/aroma/plugins</code>.
==Use homebrew==


Looking for things to do with your newly-homebrewed console? We have a list for that!
**For Tiramisu, copy the <code>wiiu</code> folder to the root of the SD card, and merge when asked.
*A backup of your <code>Men.pack</code> ,<code>Men2.pack</code> , <code>cafe_barista_men.bfsar</code>files.
**'''<big>Aroma</big>'''
**You can create a backup using [https://github.com/wiiu-env/ftpiiu_plugin/releases/tag/v0.3.1 FTPiiU plugin] for Aroma.
**


**'''<big>Tiramisu</big>'''
**You can create a backup using [[hbappstore:wiiu/ftpiiu_everywhere|ftpiiu everywhere]] (This can brick your console, please dont modify anything)


<div class="center">{{Clickable button 2|Switch:Things to do|Check out the things to do|class=mw-ui-progressive}}</div>
* A PC with a ftp client.{{FTP clients}}
|-
*The '''.ips, .bps, .ups, .ppf, .aps, .rup''' file of the theme you want which can be found on this [https://gbatemp.net/threads/share-and-download-wiiu-themes-ips-patches-only.642214/#post-10279713 GBAtemp thread] or on [https://gbatemp.net/threads/huevos-vault-wii-u-themes.652387/ Theme Café.]
|
*To patch your themes you can use [https://www.marcrobledo.com/RomPatcher.js/ Rom Patcher JS].
== Models ==
The current released models of the switch are:


* "Erista" (original switch)
====Section I: Creating a Backup====
** "Erista" systems manufactured before June 2018 are vulnerable to the [[Switch:Fusee Gelee|Fusee Gelee]] exploit, and are generally refered to as "unpatched"
'''''If you want custom music you will need to use SDCafiine so follow the steps below:'''''
** "Erista" systems manufactured after June 2018 cannot be hacked via software at this time (unless they run on versions 4.0.0-4.1.0 with the method Caffeine)
* "Mariko" ("redbox" switch)
** "Mariko" systems feature a new SOC, which allows them to run cooler, and have a longer battery life
** "Mariko" systems cannot be hacked via software at this time
* Switch Lite
** The Switch Lite is a budget model, without TV output, detachable joycons, and with several features removed.
** The Switch Lite cannot be hacked via software 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 via software at this time
|
|}
==Get help==


Having an issue setting up homebrew, or using it? Maybe your console is doing something weird?
'''<big>Aroma</big>'''


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''']].
Use the IDS below on step 7, the folder name will change depending by the region of your console.


<inputbox>
USA: 10040100
type=search
 
placeholder=Enter a description of your issue...
EUR: 10040200
namespaces=Main**,Switch**
 
width=70
JPN: 10040000
</inputbox>
#Turn on your console without any custom theme. ''(This will cause issues when getting the files we need.)''
# Press '''L + DPAD Down + Select''' and search for '''FTPiiU Plugin.'''
# Press '''Settings''' and enable everything.
#On your PC open the '''ftp client.'''
#It will ask for your '''Console IP''' and '''Port Number''' you can see this details on your console. ''This is a local IP address, so it doesnt matters.''
#It will ask for a '''user''' and a '''password''' leave it in blank, just accept.
#Now navigate to storage_mlc > sys > title > 00050010 > (This depends on the region of your console) > content > Common > Package
#Select '''Men.pack''' and '''Men2.pack''' then press Download.
#It will ask for a place to download the files, if i were you i would create an specific folder to save all this stuff, but you do you.
#Now we will do the same but with '''cafe_barista_men.bfsar,''' Go back and then navigate into Sound > Men
#Download '''cafe_barista_men.bfsar'''
 
'''<big>Tiramisu</big>'''
 
Use the IDS below on step 6, the folder name will change depending by the region of your console.
 
'''USA: 10040100'''
 
'''EUR: 10040200'''
 
'''JPN: 10040000'''
#Turn on your console without any custom theme. ''(This will cause issues when getting the files we need.)''
#Open the Homebrew Channel (Mii Creator) and select FTPiiU
#On your PC open the '''ftp client.'''
#It will ask for your '''Console IP''' and '''Port Number''' you can see this details on your console. ''This is a local IP address, so it doesnt matters. (e.g 192.168.0.14 : 21 ) (The number after the IP is the '''Port Number''')''
# It will ask for a '''user''' and a '''password''' leave it in blank, just accept.
#Now navigate to storage_mlc > sys > title > 00050010 > (This depends on the region of your console) > content > Common > Package.
# Select '''Men.pack''' and '''Men2.pack''' then press Download.
#It will ask for a place to download the files, if i were you i would create an specific folder to save all this stuff, but you do you.
#Now we will do the same but with '''cafe_barista_men.bfsar,''' Go back and then navigate into Sound > Men
#Download '''cafe_barista_men.bfsar'''
 
====Section II: Patching your theme files====
 
#Open [https://www.marcrobledo.com/RomPatcher.js/ Rom Patcher JS] on your browser.
#For the ROM file get your original '''(Men.pack / Men2.pack / cafe_barista_men.bfsar)''' file.
#Change <code>Most common ROM files</code> to <code>All files</code>.
#For the Patch File select the '''(.ips, .bps, .ups, .ppf, .aps, .rup)''' file you got from downloading the theme that matches the name of the ROM file.
#Press Apply Patch.
#You now got the file but I want you to do one more step and change the name of the file to the original name of the file.
 
====Section III: Prepping files for SDCafiine====
</noinclude>
<tabber>
 
|-|Aroma=
 
<span>
* For SDCafiine to load the files you will need create the following folders:
** Create an <code>sdcafiine</code> folder in your <code>wiiu</code> folder on your SD card.
** Inside the <code>sdcafiine</code> folder create a folder with your Wii U Menu's title ID. This will vary on your consoles region:
*** '''USA:'''<code>0005001010040100</code>
*** '''EUR:'''<code>0005001010040200</code>
*** '''JPN:'''<code>0005001010040000</code>
** Inside your title ID folder create a folder with the name of your theme.
** Create a <code>content</code> folder with the name of your theme.
** Create a <code>Common</code> folder inside your <code>content</code> folder.
** Create a <code>Package</code> folder inside your <code>Common</code> folder.
** Place your modified <code>Men.pack</code> and <code>Men2.pack</code> files inside of the <code>Package</code> folder.
** Create a <code>Sound</code> folder inside your <code>Common</code> folder.
** Create a <code>Men</code> folder inside your <code>Sound</code> folder.
** Place your modified <code>cafe_barista_men.bfsar</code> file inside of the <code>Men</code> folder.
 
 
** Your final file paths should be
** <code>sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Package/Men.pack, Men2.pack</code>
** and
** <code>sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Sound/Men/cafe_barista_men.bfsar</code>
</span>
|-|Tiramisu=
 
<span>
* For SDCafiine to load the files you will need create the following folders:
** Create an <code>sdcafiine</code> folder on the root of your SD card.
** Inside the <code>sdcafiine</code> folder create a folder with your Wii U Menu's title ID. This will vary on your consoles region:
*** '''USA:'''<code>0005001010040100</code>
*** '''EUR:'''<code>0005001010040200</code>
*** '''JPN:'''<code>0005001010040000</code>
** Inside your title ID folder create a folder with the name of your theme.
** Create a <code>content</code> folder with the name of your theme.
** Create a <code>Common</code> folder inside your <code>content</code> folder.
** Create a <code>Package</code> folder inside your <code>Common</code> folder.
** Place your modified <code>Men.pack</code> and <code>Men2.pack</code> files inside of the <code>Package</code> folder.
** Create a <code>Sound</code> folder inside your <code>Common</code> folder.
** Create a <code>Men</code> folder inside your <code>Sound</code> folder.
** Place your modified <code>cafe_barista_men.bfsar</code> file inside of the <code>Men</code> folder.
 
 
** Your final file paths should be
** <code>sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Package/Men.pack, Men2.pack</code>
** and
** <code>sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Sound/Men/cafe_barista_men.bfsar</code>
</span>
 
</tabber>
 
====Section IV: Loading the theme====
 
# Insert your SD card into your Wii U and boot into CFW.
#*If you are on Aroma the theme should load automatically. If it does not ensure SDCafiine is enabled in the plug-in menu.
#*If you are on Tiramisu load SDCafiine from the Homebrew Launcher.
{{Success|text=If done properly, you should now see your custom theme!}}

Revision as of 03:23, 21 May 2024

Info icon While possible to do on Tiramisu, it is highly recommended to use Aroma so you can load the themes automatically, and since SDCafiine on Tiramisu is very outdated
Warning icon Using FTPiiU Everywhere on Tiramisu is NOT recommended, as it has been known to cause bricks

Loading Custom Themes

Custom themes can be loaded using SDCafiine.

What you need

  • The latest release of SDCafiine (the Tiramisu version can be found here).
    • Download and extract the .zip file and copy the sdcafiine.wps file to wiiu/environments/aroma/plugins.
    • For Tiramisu, copy the wiiu folder to the root of the SD card, and merge when asked.
  • A backup of your Men.pack ,Men2.pack , cafe_barista_men.bfsarfiles.
    • Tiramisu
    • You can create a backup using ftpiiu everywhere (This can brick your console, please dont modify anything)
  • A PC with a ftp client.
    • Windows: Use WinSCP
      • Using FTP through File Explorer is not recommended. It is very unreliable.
    • macOS: Use Cyberduck
    • Linux: Nautilus or Dolphin, the file explorers for GNOME and KDE respectively - if not usable, use gFTP instead
    • Android 5.0 and above: Use ftpclient
    • iPhone: Use FTPManager
      • To add files to "My Files" in the app, use the default files app to move desired files to On My iPhone/FTPManager

    Section I: Creating a Backup

    If you want custom music you will need to use SDCafiine so follow the steps below:

    Aroma

    Use the IDS below on step 7, the folder name will change depending by the region of your console.

    USA: 10040100

    EUR: 10040200

    JPN: 10040000

    1. Turn on your console without any custom theme. (This will cause issues when getting the files we need.)
    2. Press L + DPAD Down + Select and search for FTPiiU Plugin.
    3. Press Settings and enable everything.
    4. On your PC open the ftp client.
    5. It will ask for your Console IP and Port Number you can see this details on your console. This is a local IP address, so it doesnt matters.
    6. It will ask for a user and a password leave it in blank, just accept.
    7. Now navigate to storage_mlc > sys > title > 00050010 > (This depends on the region of your console) > content > Common > Package
    8. Select Men.pack and Men2.pack then press Download.
    9. It will ask for a place to download the files, if i were you i would create an specific folder to save all this stuff, but you do you.
    10. Now we will do the same but with cafe_barista_men.bfsar, Go back and then navigate into Sound > Men
    11. Download cafe_barista_men.bfsar

    Tiramisu

    Use the IDS below on step 6, the folder name will change depending by the region of your console.

    USA: 10040100

    EUR: 10040200

    JPN: 10040000

    1. Turn on your console without any custom theme. (This will cause issues when getting the files we need.)
    2. Open the Homebrew Channel (Mii Creator) and select FTPiiU
    3. On your PC open the ftp client.
    4. It will ask for your Console IP and Port Number you can see this details on your console. This is a local IP address, so it doesnt matters. (e.g 192.168.0.14 : 21 ) (The number after the IP is the Port Number)
    5. It will ask for a user and a password leave it in blank, just accept.
    6. Now navigate to storage_mlc > sys > title > 00050010 > (This depends on the region of your console) > content > Common > Package.
    7. Select Men.pack and Men2.pack then press Download.
    8. It will ask for a place to download the files, if i were you i would create an specific folder to save all this stuff, but you do you.
    9. Now we will do the same but with cafe_barista_men.bfsar, Go back and then navigate into Sound > Men
    10. Download cafe_barista_men.bfsar

    Section II: Patching your theme files

    1. Open Rom Patcher JS on your browser.
    2. For the ROM file get your original (Men.pack / Men2.pack / cafe_barista_men.bfsar) file.
    3. Change Most common ROM files to All files.
    4. For the Patch File select the (.ips, .bps, .ups, .ppf, .aps, .rup) file you got from downloading the theme that matches the name of the ROM file.
    5. Press Apply Patch.
    6. You now got the file but I want you to do one more step and change the name of the file to the original name of the file.

    Section III: Prepping files for SDCafiine

    • For SDCafiine to load the files you will need create the following folders:
      • Create an sdcafiine folder in your wiiu folder on your SD card.
      • Inside the sdcafiine folder create a folder with your Wii U Menu's title ID. This will vary on your consoles region:
        • USA:0005001010040100
        • EUR:0005001010040200
        • JPN:0005001010040000
      • Inside your title ID folder create a folder with the name of your theme.
      • Create a content folder with the name of your theme.
      • Create a Common folder inside your content folder.
      • Create a Package folder inside your Common folder.
      • Place your modified Men.pack and Men2.pack files inside of the Package folder.
      • Create a Sound folder inside your Common folder.
      • Create a Men folder inside your Sound folder.
      • Place your modified cafe_barista_men.bfsar file inside of the Men folder.


      • Your final file paths should be
      • sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Package/Men.pack, Men2.pack
      • and
      • sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Sound/Men/cafe_barista_men.bfsar

    • For SDCafiine to load the files you will need create the following folders:
      • Create an sdcafiine folder on the root of your SD card.
      • Inside the sdcafiine folder create a folder with your Wii U Menu's title ID. This will vary on your consoles region:
        • USA:0005001010040100
        • EUR:0005001010040200
        • JPN:0005001010040000
      • Inside your title ID folder create a folder with the name of your theme.
      • Create a content folder with the name of your theme.
      • Create a Common folder inside your content folder.
      • Create a Package folder inside your Common folder.
      • Place your modified Men.pack and Men2.pack files inside of the Package folder.
      • Create a Sound folder inside your Common folder.
      • Create a Men folder inside your Sound folder.
      • Place your modified cafe_barista_men.bfsar file inside of the Men folder.


      • Your final file paths should be
      • sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Package/Men.pack, Men2.pack
      • and
      • sd:/sdcafiine/[TITLEID]/[ThemeName]/content/Common/Sound/Men/cafe_barista_men.bfsar

    Section IV: Loading the theme

    1. Insert your SD card into your Wii U and boot into CFW.
      • If you are on Aroma the theme should load automatically. If it does not ensure SDCafiine is enabled in the plug-in menu.
      • If you are on Tiramisu load SDCafiine from the Homebrew Launcher.
    Success icon If done properly, you should now see your custom theme!