Flashing ntrboot (3DS Single System)

Before proceeding, ensure you have read all of the information on ntrboot

This method requires nothing more than your stock unhacked 3DS and a compatible flashcart.

Note that more recent 3DS versions have blocked access to some flashcarts. This leaves them unable to launch the flasher .nds file on newer versions. The ntrboot compatible flashcarts are able to launch .nds files under the following versions:

• R4i Gold 3DS RTS : All Versions <= 11.5.0
• Acekard 2i : All Versions <= 4.3.0

Note that in some rare circumstances, it may be possible for the flashing process to brick a counterfeit flashcart and render it permanently unusable. This is unlikely, but nevertheless only original listed flashcarts are supported. To reduce the chance of receiving a counterfeit card, it is recommended that you use a reputable site to buy your flashcart (such as NDS Card)

What you need

• Your ntrboot compatible flashcart
• The latest release of ak2i_ntrcardhax_flasher (dsi flasher; not the standard flasher)

Instructions

Section I - Prep Work

1. Power off your device
2. Insert your flashcart’s SD card into your computer
3. Copy ak2i_ntrcardhax_flasher_dsi.nds to your flashcart’s SD card
4. Reinsert your flashcart’s SD card back into your flashcart
5. Insert your ntrboot compatible DS / DSi flashcart into your device

Section II - Flashing ntrboot

1. Launch ak2i_ntrcardhax_flasher_dsi.nds on your device using your flashcart
2. Press (A) to continue
   • If you are using an Acekard 2i and wish to restore your flashcart to stock later, make a note of the “HW Rev”
3. Press (A) to “inject ntrboothax”
4. Press (A) to select “RETAIL”
5. Press (B) to “EXIT”

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