diff --git a/getting-started.md b/getting-started.md index 28e37a2fc..340083f3e 100644 --- a/getting-started.md +++ b/getting-started.md @@ -1,91 +1,61 @@ # Getting Started -### Finding Serial Number +### Different CFWs -The first thing to do is determine if your Switch is vulnerable to fusee-gelee, the exploit we will be using to launch CFW. +The first thing to decide is what CFW you want to use. -This vulnerability was independently discovered by several different Switch hacking teams, and multiple variants of it were released to the public in April 2018 after a 90-day disclosure period ended. Nintendo and NVIDIA were made aware of the issue before the public release as a result, and Switch systems that are not vulnerable to the exploit started being spotted in the wild in July 2018. NVIDIA [publicly acknowledged the flaw](https://nvidia.custhelp.com/app/answers/detail/a_id/4660/~/security-notice%3A-nvidia-tegra-rcm-vulnerability) in April as well. - -Patched units can be identified by their serial number. This number can be found on the bottom of your Switch adjacent to the USB-C port, or in the Settings applet at **System -> Serial Information**. - -> ![Serial location](assets/img/serial-location.jpg) - -> ![Serial location on the bottom of console](assets/img/serial-switch.png) - -### Check Vulnerability - -The homebrew community has crowdsourced a list of known serial numbers which are vulnerable to fusee-gelee. - -- If your serial number is on this list as "potentially patched", follow the guide and see if your system works. -- If your serial number is listed as "patched", there is nothing you can do at this time. -- If your system is patched, it is highly advised to keep it on 4.1.0 or lower, if possible, as there may be a vulnerability for these versions in the far future. - -?> **Notice** - If you are unsure if your serial is patched, you can test your console yourself following the instructions [here.](sending_payload.md) - -The following information is based on [this GBATemp thread](https://gbatemp.net/threads/switch-informations-by-serial-number-read-the-first-post-before-asking-questions.481215/). +There are two main CFWs: -#### **Serials** +#### **Haxchi** +- Requires a legitimately installed paid DS VC game from the eShop. +- Can be used to launch CFW directly from the Wii U Menu. +- Needs to be re-launched from the Wii U Menu every reboot to enable CFW. +- It's functionality can be extended by installing ColdBootHaxchi (CBHC) to a Haxchi installation. -?> Select the tab that corresponds to the beginning of your serial number. +#### **Haxchi and ColdBootHaxchi (CBHC)** +!> Installing CBHC incorrectly can brick your Wii U. Make sure to follow the following rules when installing CBHC: + - The DS game has to be legitimately installed from the eShop + - Don't format the system while CBHC is installed + - Don't delete the user account that bought the DS VC game + - Don't re-install the same game using wup installer or from the eShop + - Don't install Haxchi over CBHC -#### **XAW1** +- Requires a working Haxchi installation. +- Automatically launches CFW on every boot. -- If your serial starts with **XAW1**: - - XAW10000000000 through XAW10074000000 are unpatched - - XAW10075000000 through XAW10120000000 are potentially patched - - Serials above XAW10120000000 are patched +#### **Mocha** +- Does not require any game, and is therefore free. +- Needs to be re-launched through the browser exploit every reboot to enable CFW. -#### **XAW4** - -- If your serial starts with **XAW4**: - - XAW40000000000 through XAW40011000000 are unpatched - - XAW40011000000 through XAW40012000000 are potentially patched - - Serials above XAW40012000000 are patched - -#### **XAW7** - -- If your serial starts with **XAW7**: - - XAW70000000000 through XAW70017800000 are unpatched - - XAW70017800000 through XAW70030000000 are potentially patched - - Serials above XAW70030000000 are patched - -#### **XAJ1** - -- If your serial starts with **XAJ1**: - - XAJ10000000000 through XAJ10020000000 are unpatched - - XAJ10020000000 through XAJ10030000000 are potentially patched - - Serials above XAJ10030000000 are patched - -#### **XAJ4** - -- If your serial starts with **XAJ4**: - - XAJ40000000000 through XAJ40046000000 are unpatched - - XAJ40046000000 through XAJ40060000000 are potentially patched - - Serials above XAJ40060000000 are patched - -#### **XAJ7** - -- If your serial starts with **XAJ7**: - - XAJ70000000000 through XAJ70040000000 are unpatched - - XAJ70040000000 through XAJ70050000000 are potentially patched - - Serials above XAJ70050000000 are patched - -#### **XAJ9** - -- If your serial starts with **XAJ9**: - - These units are refurbished units provided by Nintendo. No information is known yet, but they are potentially patched. - -#### **XAK** - -- If your serial starts with **XAK**: - - No information is known yet- you are encouraged to continue with the guide and report on the GBATemp thread if the guide worked, along with the first few digits of your serial number. -### Console Preparation +### Compatible DS VC Games -!> **Important** - Before setting up the console for homebrew, it is important to have at least one eShop game, application (such as Youtube or Hulu), or a game demo such as [10 Second Run RETURNS](https://www.nintendo.com/games/detail/10-second-run-returns-switch). A game cartridge will also work, but note that the cartridge will have to be inserted in order to run homebrew if you wish to go this route. Once you have a game or application, you are prepared to continue on with the guide. \ No newline at end of file +?> This is only needed if you want to use Haxchi or CBHC as your CFW. Mocha CFW does not require a game. + +The following games are compatible with Haxchi: +- Animal Crossing: Wild World +- Big Brain Academy +- Brain Age +- DK: Jungle Climber +- Dr. Kawashima’s Brain Training +- Kirby: Canvas Curse +- Kirby: Mass Attack +- Kirby: Squeak Squad / Kirby: Mouse Attack +- Legend of Zelda: Phantom Hourglass +- Legend of Zelda: Spirit Tracks +- Mario & Luigi: Partners in Time +- Mario Kart DS +- New Super Mario Bros. +- Pokemon Mystery Dungeon: Explorers of the Sky +- Starfox Command +- Super Mario 64 DS +- Wario: Master of Disguise +- WarioWare: Touched +- Yoshi’s Island DS +- Yoshi’s Touch & Go + +Currently Brain Age is the cheapest title for 6.99 USD.