Are you looking for how to install Arkos on R36S? If your answer is YES, then look no further, as in this guide, we have shared all that you need to know about installing Arkos on R36S in easy steps.
What Is The R36S?
The R36S is a retro handheld game console known for its compact design, which makes it easy to carry. It features a 3.5-inch screen, dual joysticks, and a built-in rechargeable battery, and comes with a pre-installed emulator system.
The R36S is designed to emulate various classic gaming consoles, allowing users to play a wide range of retro games.
The R36S has a huge library of classic games and is a budget-friendly option for gaming enthusiasts.
What Is Arkos?
ArkOS is a custom firmware based on Ubuntu and designed for retro gaming handhelds like the RG353V, RG351MP, and R36S. It is known for its stability, customisation options, and community support.
It provides a user-friendly interface and supports over 90 game systems, over 70 game ports via PortMaster. It also allows for online updates. Arkos is a popular choice for users looking to maximise the performance of their retro gaming handhelds
Here is the Step-by-Step Installation Guide
Download ArkOS Image
- Visit the ArkOS Wiki Page.
- Navigate to the R36S section.
- Download the appropriate .xz file.
Extract The Image File
- To extract the .xz file, we have to use a decompression tool.
- The .img file will be approximately 8GB.
Format MicroSD Card
- Download and install the SD Card Formatter tool.
- Insert your MicroSD card into your computer.
- Open SD Card Formatter.
- Next, select your card.
- Tap on ‘Quick Format’.
- Click on ‘Format’
Flash ArkOS to MicroSD Card
- Open your selected flashing tool, eg, ForWindows: Rufus or Win32DiskImager. For Mac: ApplePiBaker.
- Select the extracted .img file as the source.
- Choose your MicroSD card as the destination.
- Initiate the flashing process.
Initial Boot & Setup
- As soon as the process is completed.
- Eject the microSD card from your computer.
- Insert the flashed MicroSD card into the R36S’s SD1/TF1 slot.
Power On The Device
Wait for the initial boot to complete.
During the initialisation process, the device will resize partitions.
Post initialisation, the ArkOS logo will be visible.
Dual-Card Setup
To separate the OS and ROMs:
- Insert the second MicroSD card into the SD2/TF2 slot.
- Navigate to Options.
- Tap on Advanced.
- Click on Switch to SD2 for ROMs.
- Follow the on-screen instructions.
- The dual-card system will be set up.
Using Both SD Cards for Storage
To maximise your storage capacity:
- Go to Options and click on Advanced.
- Next, Switch to SD2 for ROMs.
- Select Options and tap on Advanced.
- Tap on Read From SD1 and SD2 for ROMs.
Fixes
1. Device Doesn’t Boot
Check if the MicroSD card is inserted correctly and the image was flashed correctly
2. Performance issues
Update Arkos to fix the performance issue. Also, check the device’s thermal management
3. ROMs Not Appearing
Check if the ROM files are in the right format. Also, see that they are placed in the appropriate folders
How to update ArkOS after installation?
- ArkOS includes a built-in update feature.
- Navigate to Options.
- Next, tap on Update in the ArkOS menu to check for and install updates.
Hope the guide has been helpful, and ArkOS v2.0 has been successfully installed on your R36S by following the above steps. Happy gaming.