Backup Launcher 0.3 gamma

http://www.iol.ie/~taz/backuplauncher0.3_gamma.zip

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Backup Launcher 0.3 gamma

What is included:
- cIOS Installer
- Backup Launcher 0.3 with banner

Changelog:
0.3 gamma
- Optimised speed
- Higher compatibilty
- Support loading 1:1 backups from disc channel

Note: This version is faster, but some videos will play a little bit too slow. This also depends on the quality of your DVD media.

0.3 beta
- Cinematic now working properly
- Wi-Fi Enabled
- Faster Load time
- Drive speed is still 3x. It is so fast that some testers believed it is running at 6x.
- Supports non-patched and patched Wii games (The correct term for "patched" is "decrypted")
- Not all games will work, but as of now most do.

Some parts are modification of free available source code, and are unsupported and not condoned by the original authors of it. The backup loader modification is solely the work of WiiGator.
Thanks to Waninkoko for the speed optimisation.
Thanks to WiiShizzza for the graphic.
Thanks to all testers.

Before you use the software check, if this is the offical version by comparing the hash values.

SHA1
1b8b63102ca62510ee0e8e8f19af8eacf6f68f19 Backup_Launcher/boot.dol
da5f573c6a1b26cf185e3b2aad6c64800e06bfd9 cIOS_Installer/boot.dol

MD5
e282fe34268d5dde7674571aaa3a9fa6 Backup_Launcher/boot.dol
639fdbfc04373cc6174598b65794b259 cIOS_Installer/boot.dol

WiiGator

It is prohibited to use any of the software to illegally copy games, they are intended only to create and play legal backups of games that you own. In some countries or regions it is still illegal to make copies of games that you own, check with your local authorities if you are unsure. I cannot be held responsible for any misuse of these programs. The use of any of the above software is done so at your own risk. If you mess something up or anything undesirable (ie: loss of warranty, brick, lawsuits, jailtime) happens because of any of these programs, it is your own fault. USE AT YOUR OWN RISK!!!!

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Instructions
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1. Install new cIOS. Make sure its properly installed
2. Load Backup Launcher and play game.

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F.A.Q.s
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Q. What does it do?
A. Play Wii backups on your non-modded Wii.

Q. Do all games work?
A. This is only a beta version. Not all games will work, but as of now most do.

Q: Where do I get support for it?
A: I do this in my free time. So you need to search in the internet for forums like http://gbatemp.net.

Q: Where do I get an update?
A: You will get updates at my blog: http://gbatemp.net/?act=module&module=...member=WiiGator

Q: When will it support ... and when will be released?
A: I do this in my free time, so I don't know.

Q: How do I start a game from the disc channel?
A: You need to start Backup Launcher and press button "B" (See http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DGU52_ttd9o&fmt=18). The NAND flash is not changed for this feature. The support works until you go back to the Wii System Menu or reset the Wii. The feature may not work, if you have Starfall installed.

Q: Should I install an update from a game backup?
A: No. This is untested and by default disabled.

Q: I started a game from the disc channel and then I go back to the Wii System Menu. Why I can't start the next game from the disc channel?
A: Backup Launcher need to be started again to launch the next game.

Q. What does patched games means and do I need it?
A. This was used in the first version. The game application was decrypted. It is not needed anymore. 1:1 backups have higher compatibility than patched games.

Q. How do I run it?
A. Seems you don't know anything about homebrew yet:
- You need to install http://www.wiibrew.org/wiki/Homebrew_Channel.
- You will need http://www.wiibrew.org/wiki/Twilight_Hack and the game "The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess" to install the channel.
- Create the directory apps in the root of your SD card.
- Copy Backup_Launcher and cIOS_Installer to the directory apps.
- Put the SD card into the front SD slot of your Wii.
- Then run the homebrew channel.
- First install cIOS and then run Backup Launcher.

Q. I can't install cIOS, I keep getting an error. How do I fix this?
A. You need to downgrade your Wii. I suggest not to uninstall IOS249 until you are sure that you have downgraded your Wii.

Q. Do I need the new cIOS to play games?
A. Yes.

Q. Does Wi-Fi work?
A. Yes, some games have been tested and they work. Though we're not sure if all of them work. Newer games which use IOS37 seems to be slow.

Q. I have a problem, will you fix it?
A. Post it in the Backup Launcher thread and beta testers or someone can help you.

Q. Can I be a beta tester?
A. You have already something what you can test.

Q. Will this brick my Wii?
A. There is a slim chance that it will. I have installed the cIOS countless times with no problems. But just make sure you follow the onscreen instructions. It is possible that someone puts malicious software on a game disc. I suggest to run only games which are correctly signed by Nintendo! You can check this for example by running extractpartition. Don't install updates from a burned game disc of a different region, this was already reported to brick your Wii, when using a hardware modchip. Note: The Wii System Menu is not changed in the flash, so launching from disc channel should be safe.

Q. My game doesn't start. What should I do?
A1. The loader isn't perfect. It will probably be fixed in the next update.
A2. Try to launch it directly from Backup Launcher (First menu entry, Button "A").
A3. Try to launch it using the disc channel (Button "B").
A4. Check if IOS is correctly installed. The used IOS version is shown in the bottom right corner and should be IOS249. If IOS249 is not displayed, you need to install the cIOS.
A5. Try to change the hook type in the configuration.

Q. Does it load GameCube backups?
A. No. GameCube backups are shown in the disc channel, but can't be started (just reboot).

Q. Does it play old games like Twilight Princess and Red Steel?
A. Twilight Princess is working, Red Steel is not working. Some old games are not working.

Q. Do I need dvdx?
A. No. Just ignore it and forget that it could be in anyway related to this program.

Q. There is a online or disc update available from Nintendo, should I update it?
A. NEVER MAKE ANY UPDATE FROM NINTENDO!!! This can make the backup launcher unusable. There are better ways to do this. If you make an update, you may not be able to install this.

Q. Where does cIOS install?
A. It installs on the NAND flash of your Wii. It uses IOS249 v7.

Q. Is this easy to uninstall if I decide I dont want it?
A. Yes - most of the install files can be removed with the WAD manager - the rest just delete off the SD card.

Q. I'm getting an error with : DVD Read Error when I try to run a game - why ?
A. This is a burn media issue - don't use DVD REWRITABLES and try a different disc/drive/burn speed. You need to change the book type of DVD+R.

Q. I'm getting an error with (game graphic): Disc eject and RTFM - why ?
A. Eject the disc and insert it again. This is a burn media issue - dont use DVD REWRITABLES and try a different disc/drive/burn speed. You need to change the book type of DVD+R.

Q. I don't have Wi-Fi, how can I install it?
A. You need to download the following files with your computer:
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/tmd.1042
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...0100000024/cetk
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000000
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000001
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000002
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000003
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000004
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000005
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000006
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000007
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000008
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/00000009
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/0000000a
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/0000000b
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/0000000c
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/0000000d
http://nus.cdn.shop.wii.com/ccs/download/0...000024/0000000e

Create the directory /00000001/00000024/v1042/ in the root of your SD card. Copy all downloaded files to this folder and put the SD card in the front SD slot.

Q. Why is Super Smash Bros. Brawl is not working?
A. Dual layer DVDs are not supported in this release. You need to shrink it.

Q. My patched/decrypted game is not starting with the disc channel - Why?
A. Patched/decrypted games are not support by the disc channel, because there are some parts of the disc removed.

Comments

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[quote name='NeoNight' post='1552047' date='Nov 16 2008, 04:28 AM']Don;t try to run the game from the disc channel.... as wiigator said... it won't work lol. Also I noticed if you run a game through the disc channel via rebooter, then exit and restart the system the disc info gets read again by the channel but when you launch it you get a disc error.[/quote]



Hey, I believe I am encountering just that problem! I ran animal crossing just fine a couple of times, then today I try and play it and the game launches but comes to an animal crossing screen that says
The Game Disc could not be read. Refer to the Wii Operations Manual for details.
I know I tried booting it from the disc channel in the channel menu (not sure what rebooter is) once on accident t, did that cause this and is there a way for me to get it working again? The disc hasnt left my wii so I dont know how it could be scratched or anything, and I know I havent updated it.

Any input is greatly appreciated
Thanks



EDIT:
Well shit It appears I fucked up more than that, going to wii settings gives me an opera URL could not be displayed error I guess I semi bricked it. How do I fix that? Can I just downgrade the firmware and then reapply the firmware I was using?


EDIT2:
Downgrading to 3.0E then updating with cIOS installer didnt work, not sure what else i should try now...


EDIT3:
Well I got backup launcher to run animal crossing again, but I cant access the system menu still, how would one go about fixing that?
 
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I have two questions for WiiGator:

- Can you tell us something about possibility to create "Backup Launcher" that will read backups from SDHC memory cards at high speeds?

- Why Waninkoko is not on the list of credits in "Backup Launcher" gamma version?

Please, do not ignore my questions (you don't need to answer on my second question if you don't want).

Best regards.
 
WiiGator
[quote name='unicode2CP' post='1568512' date='Nov 20 2008, 08:28 PM']I have two questions for WiiGator:

- Can you tell us something about possibility to create "Backup Launcher" that will read backups from SDHC memory cards at high speeds?

- Why Waninkoko is not on the list of credits in "Backup Launcher" gamma version?

Please, do not ignore my questions (you don't need to answer on my second question if you don't want).

Best regards.[/quote]

1. I am not working on support for SDHC memory cards and I don't have a SDHC card.
2. He is on the list. There are different lists for different stuff.
 
D
Is the Cios Installer of the gamma version different from the 0.3 beta? Or is it the same so no need to use the cios installer again?

Thanks.
 
Warren_303
Hey folks I'm installing this gamma on a friends Wii, just got the HBC up and such. This system has never been connected to the internet and it is 3.1U.

Do I need to downgrade it first or just load the IOS? I'm about to install the IOS that comes with the gamma version.

PS I read the FAQ's but I couldn't find anything about a fresh Wii at 3.1U.

Thanks for your help
 
D
3.1 is okay.

My Wii is 3.1 and the Backup Loader works without problems.

3.1 is okay (probably less too), 3.2 is okay, 3.3 (with the last shop update isn't, and it's there that a downgrade).

1) Run the CIOS Installer (Once it's installed on yout wii, the files on the SD are not needed anymore).
2) Run the Backup Loader and enjoy!

Be sure to download the files linked in Wiigator's faq if your system won't be connected online when you'll run the CISO Installer.
 
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so im running an NTSC Wii with SM 3.2U and when running my wii with the gamma launcher and with the beta launcher i sometimes forget to force my

pals to ntsc and it boots in pal all black and white and flippy and when i manage to hit home and and exit to the menu my wii crashes. It goes to exit

and then shuts off the video and i get snow but the light remains green happens every time. Is it because when i use the loader it boots the wii in pal

and confuses it on trying to go back to the ntsc menu? I dont now im not too smart or nothin but it kinda sound like a bug or something so does that

mean if i get some kind of cable or pal to ntsc video converter that its gonna crash then when ever i play a pal backup???? :unsure: its gotta be a bug right?
 
Warren_303
[quote name='davhuit' post='1569928' date='Nov 20 2008, 08:27 PM']3.1 is okay.

My Wii is 3.1 and the Backup Loader works without problems.

3.1 is okay (probably less too), 3.2 is okay, 3.3 (with the last shop update isn't, and it's there that a downgrade).

1) Run the CIOS Installer (Once it's installed on yout wii, the files on the SD are not needed anymore).
2) Run the Backup Loader and enjoy!

Be sure to download the files linked in Wiigator's faq if your system won't be connected online when you'll run the CISO Installer.[/quote]

Thanks dude, I installed the IOS249.wad because I have the bootable wad manager in case it went sour (that way I could uninstall the wad). Works great now, also I installed the Gamma channel... and guys that is the shit seriously badass.

My friends Wii is all set now. Thanks again for the heads up davhuit.
 
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Hey guys, great work on the Loaders! Very handy!

I just have one issue, though, ever since I updated to gamma, whenever I run games they have the two black bars on the sides of the screen and this didn't use to happen with the beta version...Any way I can correct this? And does anyone else have these bars?

Thanks in advance!
 
F
The site *snip post a new release of Waninkoko custom Ios. I have installed Backup Laucher gamma 0.3. Can i istall new ios without problems for the gamma loader. Excuse my english. Thank, Hii
 
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[quote name='WiiGator' post='1569290' date='Nov 21 2008, 12:47 AM']1. I am not working on support for SDHC memory cards and I don't have a SDHC card.
2. He is on the list. There are different lists for different stuff.[/quote]

Is there something that we can do to motivate you for developing of sdhc game loading support for "Backup Launcher"?
I am even ready to donate you some money (e.g. for sdhc card) for it's developing.

I'm sure that there's also many other users here who are ready to help you in this project in many ways.

Best regards.
 
K
I'm just curious do I need to have The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess to install this new backup launcher?
 
K
Couldn't we just use the Gecko code that works on the twilight hack with another program like cIOS installer? Thus, fixing Nintendo 3.4 update.
 
D
So, no one know if the IOS provided with the 0.3 beta is the same that the one provied in the gamma version or not ? (Would explain a few compatibility problems for me if they are different)

I thought of comparing the files but it'll probably not be enough?
 
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[quote name='kBaku' post='1571868' date='Nov 21 2008, 11:25 PM']I'm just curious do I need to have The Legend of Zelda: Twilight Princess to install this new backup launcher?[/quote]
Duh but at this point its a dead hack for 3.4 and above word out its not comming back

[quote name='davhuit' post='1572332' date='Nov 22 2008, 03:35 AM']So, no one know if the IOS provided with the 0.3 beta is the same that the one provied in the gamma version or not ? (Would explain a few compatibility problems for me if they are different)

I thought of comparing the files but it'll probably not be enough?[/quote]
Check tha main page upon downloading and even activation of the app itself it clearly states you need the new ios for operation your retarded and cant google or read sorry you just piss me off.................and your stupid...............

...........and you probably smell
 
EmperorOfCanada
*snip

You're quite the big man arent you. Reporting this post. Please try to be more respectful of other members.
 
A
I have installed CIOS36 rev7 successfully but when I open the Backup Launcher it hangs at the initial black screen.

It has "Backup Launcher Gamma Wii Gator" at the top and a little gecko icon at the bottom. Anyone else experience this or heard of this problem?
 
D
you know, if you aren't sure about what cios to install then you haven't looked through the install files that come with gamma. Gamma needs the new cios to run afaik, the 0.3 beta loader had a different cios.

That should be enough.

MOST of all, since gamma is provided with a new cios in the install files for gamma, why are you people even asking this question? If the loader works for you as well as the compatibility list indicates then you probably installed it right. If not, then you probably dind't do it right. And if you didn't install all of hte files from Wiigator's release of 0.3gamma then you probably didn't install everything that the rest of us did and probably don't have a full install of gamma, so you're probably not going to get as good compatibility as us.

So install it all and it should work fine. Pretty simple really. Wiigator's instructions are very clear.

And for those who don't know, Wananinko's latest cios contains the same gamma compatibiility stuff as wiigator's but also provides some other features, so either will work, no worries there.

All of this has already been answered clearly in the main forum thread, but it may not have been answered in this thread which is why I'm bothering to type this now.

I hope it's clear, I'm tired and may be a little vague LoL

Cheers
 

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