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    A new way to install RetroPie.

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    • windgW
      windg
      last edited by windg

      I updated for first time the bootloader, from raspi-config, and a new way to install/reinstall the RetroPie appeared. After the bootloader update, Raspberry have the ability to downloading the RPi-imager into the memory(if you choose it). Then you can put the empty SD-card into the Pi and install from the imager menu your favorite OS. You have also the ability to reinstall the OS or something else without to remove the SD-card. I just report this just i case someone didn't know that.

      My English isn't at a good level.

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      • mituM
        mitu Global Moderator
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        Yes, it's the network installation method that's been included in the EEPROM boot loader - https://www.raspberrypi.com/documentation/computers/raspberry-pi.html#bootloader_update_stable.
        It's been worked on for some time, with a beta release in February - https://www.raspberrypi.com/news/network-install-beta-test-your-help-required/ - and it's been included in the latest EEPROM releases starting with April. It's probably going to be included in future RPI 4 boards by default, but for now it requires an explicit update of the RPI EEPROM.

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        • ClydeC
          Clyde
          last edited by

          That's a really cool feature!

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          • W
            Wools
            last edited by

            I've just had my head turned by the Pi4 B and reading this news feels like the kick I need to buy one, it sounds even easier to get this running. Can't wait, hope the Pi's come back in stock soon!

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