ArkOS v2.0 Installation and Setup Guide – R36S Game Console

Here is a step-by-step guide to installing ArkOS on your R36S Game Console :

Step 1: Download ArkOS Image

1. Visit the ArkOS Wiki Page:

   • You can find the list of devices and download links by going to the ArkOS wiki page.

   • Link: R36s Game Console for ArkOS

2. Download Image:

   • Download the SD card image (in .xz format) appropriate for your R36s Game Console device.

Step 2: Extract the Image File

1. Use a Compression Tool:

   • Windows: Use 7Zip.

   • Mac: Use The Unarchiver.

2. Extract the .xz File:

   • Extract the downloaded .xz file to get the .img file. The extracted file will be around 8GB in size.

Step 3: Format MicroSD Card (Recommended)

1. Use sdcard.org Formatter:

   • Download and use the sdcard.org formatting tool to format your microSD card .

Step 4: Upload Image to MicroSD Card

1. Select an Installation Software:

   • Windows: Use Rufus or Win32DiskImager.

   • Mac: Use ApplePiBaker.

   • Note: Balena Etcher can be used as an alternative, but some issues may occur.

2. Upload .img File:

   • Burn the .img file to the microSD card using the selected software. A 16GB card is recommended for a dual card installation. Use a 128GB or larger card for a single card installation.

Step 5: Insert MicroSD Card

1. Remove and Insert Card:

   • Once the burning process is complete, remove the microSD card from your computer and insert it into the SD1/TF1 slot on your device.

Step 6: First Startup

1. Turn on the device:

   • When the device starts, it will automatically resize the partitions. After the startup, the ArkOS logo should appear.

Step 7: Switch to SD2 (For Dual Card Setup)

1. Insert Second MicroSD Card:

   • For a dual-card setup, insert a blank microSD card into the second slot.

2. Switch to SD2 for ROMs:

   • In the ArkOS interface, go to Options > Advanced > Switch to SD2 for ROMs . This will populate both cards with the correct ROM folders. Both cards need to be initialized for this setup.

Extra Information for R36S Game Console

• Community Maintained Image:

  • it is recommended to install the Community Maintained Image that has been previously updated with the latest ArkOS version.

  • Download link: R36S Game Console for ArkOS

• Alternative: RG351MP ArkOS Version:

  • Download the RG351MP installation file and the appropriate dtb files.

  • After you have uploaded the image to your SD card, go to the "BOOT" section and replace the existing files with the downloaded ones.

  • Insert the card into your device and perform the first boot.

Optional: Storage Usage of Both TF1 and TF2 Cards

1. 1. Switch to SD2 for ROMs:

      • Go to Options > Advanced > Switch to SD2 for ROMs .

   2. Reading ROMs from SD1 and SD2:

      • Go to Options > Advanced > Read From SD1 and SD2 for ROMs .

ArkOS

https://github.com/AeolusUX/ArkOS-R3XS