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Author:  FAST6191 [ Wed Mar 18, 2009 4:42 am ]
Post subject:  EZ5i core/firmware update (v101 - 10/06/2010) DSi and DSi XL
This thread is only applicable to EZ5i users, it is not to be confused with the bootstrap updates of the earlier EZ5 models.
From now on this will be the thread for discussion of this feature, the location for news of updates to it and links to downloads for it.

Please note at present this has nothing to do with game compatibility, game compatibility is determined by the loader updates which all models of the EZ5 can use. As of v101 though it does change how the cart functions somewhat.

Explanation/guide.
The EZ5i, unlike most other previous carts, is able to update the core/internal loader (ostensibly as a means to counteract any DSi updates) which controls how the EZ5i interacts with the DS and memory card as well as the internal hardware.
To use simply extract the .nds file to the root of the card (the first directory as in e:\ or wherever your card reader puts the memory card) run it and follow the on screen instructions. Users are strongly advised to have a fully charged DS before undertaking this.
If your cart says no need to update then check this thread and look for some answers first: sometimes the EZTeam release updates for specific hardware revisions that do not have updates for other revisions in.

Here is a video showcasing the fix for 1.4 but it also shows the update procedure:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=JpYABH7z4lM&fmt=18

A note on DSi 1.4 compatibility
We have seen 6 updates with DSi capability

V11- the first one- released as a beta to the forums here but not spread
v12- the first one that got spread and the current version for the [805] hardware revision of the EZ5i.
v13- closed beta that fixed a bug with the [705] hardware revision and SHDC
v14- public release of firmware that fixed bug with the [705] hardware revision and SDHC.
v15- public release aimed at fixing some issues with the DSi LL.
Note v13 and v14 are not compatible with the [805] (it will just say does not need to update), v12 has the bug but it will update both the [705] and the [805].
v101- new unified firmware for all EZ5i models. Should fix issues with DSi and DSi XL/LL in all regions and models.
Adds CRC checks for writes to internal FPGA- massive speedup in writes.
Adds 0x8000 emulation at hardware level- a common AP method bypassed.

As of 2.0 RC8 the hardware version is displayed in the loader and running an update will tell you your hardware revision.

EZ5i firmware update 10/06/2010) aka v101
Download as part of the 3.0 OB1 kernel- you will not be able to use older kernels with the EZ5i once you do
http://filetrip.net/f11774-EZ5-Kernel-3-0-OB1.html
viewtopic.php?f=16&t=16569

-note you need to at least be on firmware v12 prior to using this firmware update-
Current firmware is displayed in the options section of the kernel, do not try to downgrade.
For [805] users
http://filetrip.net/f6069-EZ5i-firmware-update-12.html
For [705] users
http://filetrip.net/f6173-EZ5i-firmware-update-14.html


Past updates

[spoiler]EZ5i firmware update (17-12-2009) aka v15
The EZTeam have released v15 of the EZ5i internal firmware making it the seventh public release of EZ5i internal firmware.
Icon still changed from EZ5 logo to Tak.

EZFlash.cn download
http://www.ezflash.cn/zip/ez5firmwareV15.rar
filetrip mirror:
http://filetrip.net/f9167-EZ5i-firmware-update-15.html
Changelog/release notes
Only for the hardware version [805], other version will be told no need to update (those people can use the v14 update below)

to check the hardware version, you can go the system setting while using the kernel above 2.0 RC8, or the firmware updater will display it on the lower screen.

update:
Improve the compatibility with DSi LL

for example: zelda soul track, without update, no opening. updated, all ok.

EZ5i firmware update (22-08-2009) aka v14
The EZTeam have released v14 of the EZ5i internal firmware making it the sixth public release of EZ5i internal firmware.
Some users of the v11 and v12 firmwares (which brought the DSi 1.4 fix) reported some games had speed issues with class 2 SDHC and the [705] hardware revision (a fairly common one) causing lag and some freezing where it did not before.

Changelog/release notes
This update fixes freezing problem with some memory cards and the EZ5i.
Please note it is only for the [705] hardware revision, should you have another then it will say no need to update.
Users of firmwares below v11 please note it updates the bootloader and the firmware, you will not be able to downgrade. Users of v11 above it will just update to v14.
Icon still changed from EZ5 logo to Tak.

Hashes:
MD5 2D1B6F4CDBC5670425EF8403D34EA347
SHA1 AF987717FA8A4B13418E516FB7E41D36FC264950

EZ5i firmware v14


EZ5i firmware update (14-08-2009) v12

It was reported and confirmed that some of the 705 hardware revision EZ5i carts and various SDHC cards have slowdowns which cause games to crash.
It has now been fixed in the V14 update but for future reference:
Some people have lessened the effects by formatting their SDHC to 8k clusters (note the panasonic formatter will not do this). On vista or windows 7 it should be a formatting option, XP users can either use the command line format tool appending "/A:8192" to your command or by using the computer management formatting tool (start, run, type compmgmt.msc and press OK, now choose disk management and right click on the drive, the rest should be self explanatory).
The issue should not be resolved with the v14 update.

This is the fifth publicly released update also known as v12. Note both V12 and v11 change the icon and text as part of the 1.4 fix (this looks to be the case for the foreseeable future).
This loader also fixes the EZ5i to work on DSi with 1.4 firmware (it blocked flashcarts at first) and fix problems with SDHC and the [705] hardware revision of the EZ5i. If you updated to v11 and you have a [705] EZ5i then you will need to find a microSD to update with.
Also added is a block against downgrading which would brick your EZ5i as it the bootloader changed.
If your DSi is already at 1.4 then you will need a DS, DSlite or DSi with a firmware lower than 1.4 to run it. The procedure takes about 30 seconds.
Filetrip download
EZ5i firmware v12

EZ5i firmware update (13-08-2009) v11
This is the fourth publicly released update also known as v11.
This loader fixed the EZ5i to work on DSi with 1.4 firmware (it blocked flashcarts at first) but it has problems with SDHC and the [705] hardware revision. If you updated to this and you have a [705] EZ5i then you will need to find a microSD to update with. As such this will not be mirrored here but if you especially want it for archival PM a moderator and they can try and get it for you.

EZ5i firmware update (30-06-2009) v9
This is the third publicly released update also known as v9.
This is another update that aims to fix problems some users have with the 2.0 kernels, note you will also want 2.0rc3 or newer for this once you have updated.

GBAtemp download
http://gbatemp.net/index.php?download=6336
EZFlash.cn download
http://www.ezflash.cn/zip/ezfirmwareV9.rar

EZ5i firmware update (29-06-2009) v8
This is the second publicly released update also known as v8.
This aims to fix problems some users have with the 2.0 kernels, note you will also want 2.0rc2 or newer for this once you have updated.

EZ5i firmware update (11-03-2009) v5
This is the first publicly released update, also known as v5
This update aims to fix some problems with SDHC reading and fix detection of the EZ5i in the DSi a small number of users have had. If you do not have any problems with detection or your memory card there is no need to update.

GBAtemp download
http://gbatemp.net/index.php?download=5050
EZFlash.cn download
http://www.ezflash.cn/jump.php?url=http ... warev5.zip
Author:  thiagoauler [ Fri Mar 20, 2009 10:27 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
How do I know the current firmware version of my EZ5i???

Thanks
Author:  Mbmax [ Fri Mar 20, 2009 2:10 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
It's a good question. If someone knows the answer, i'm also interested.
Author:  junkey [ Fri Mar 20, 2009 4:27 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
If you run the utility, and you don't need the upgrade it will tell you. I think it will advise of the current level then ask if you want to continue with the upgrade, if you are below the level to which it will upgrade you.
Author:  sim [ Sat Mar 21, 2009 10:35 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
I've installed the new firmware on the EZFlash Vi card but it stays unrecognized.
Author:  Mbmax [ Sat Mar 21, 2009 3:33 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
Unreconized ? You mean not seen in DS menu ?

@junkey : Thanks for the info. Well it's not really pratical. I hope the team will display that in another way.
Author:  thiagoauler [ Wed Mar 25, 2009 4:01 pm ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
I just updated my EZFlash firmware... and now I can run "Nintendo Browser DS" properly without any patch applied!!!!
Author:  Mbmax [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 12:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
Thanks for your feedback thiagoauler. ;)
Author:  rtwo [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 1:06 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
thiagoauler wrote:
I just updated my EZFlash firmware... and now I can run "Nintendo Browser DS" properly without any patch applied!!!!

Not if you have the 3in1 version 3, tried to update, nothing, card still not recognized.
Still no fix for the rumble and the browser if you have the v3 version.
I have the v5 core update and the beta10 software.
Author:  Mbmax [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 6:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
Midicase on IRC chan has tested his ez 3in1 Plus with the ez5i running the last firmware v5 and all is fixed for him, so pehaps you have a defective unit ?
Can you try to flash a 16MB GBA game in PSRAM to see if it's ok ?
Author:  rtwo [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 7:34 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
No problem loading a 16MB GBA game into NFlash and/or PsRam, but still can't start the browser, can't find the 3in1 and no rumble support, selected rumble, started Metroid Prime Pinball, I could feel the DS rumble once, but can't select rumble under options.
I have a brandnew EZVi and a new 3in1.
Author:  Mbmax [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 7:43 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
If you can run GBA games from PSRAM which is the memory used by Opera then there is no explanation why you can't run the browser properly.
Is you rom clean ?
When you launch the rom, is the GBAlink ON displayed on touch screen ?
Author:  rtwo [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 8:17 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
GBALink is On,
I tried the clean japanese version, the Clean European version, and two different patched versions, they all say Memory Expansion Required.
I can use the 3in1 plus together with my R4DS card without any problems, so the 3in1 is working. Dont know what can be the problem, the beta10 version?, the Core v5?

btw. tried Metroi Prime pinball with the R4DS and rumble is working, so the card is OK
Author:  Mbmax [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 8:45 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
Really strange. The firmware v5 is supposed to fix the use of all ez 3in1 versions.
Perhaps you can try to do the update again in case it's not done properly ?
Author:  rtwo [ Thu Mar 26, 2009 9:06 am ]
Post subject:  Re: EZ5i core updates (current 11th March 2009 aka v5)
It says I am already at version 5, can't update again.
Dont know if it makes any difference, I have a european DS (no DSi), I live in the Netherlands, maybe that can make a difference???
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