Hacking Using the AK2i on DSi XL for the first time..

[NaNat]

I'm just confirming, because the other topics aren't really clear..I have a v1.4.4 DSi XL and am planning on buying the Acekard 2i, am I required to update the card thru a DS Phat or DS Lite first and then place it in my DSi? Or can I update it with my DSi alone?

Also, what about cards like this,

http://www.zhuzhuchina.com/store/acekard_2i_dsi_1_4_4_flashcard_with_anti-fake_code_original_compatible_3ds_last_firmware_with_usb_card_reader.html

which claim they are already updated?

 

[Tom Bombadildo]

It depends on what firmware the Acekard is when you get it. If it's playable on whatever device you use it on, it's update-able. If it doesn't work on your device, then you must update it via a DS Lite or a DS or on a DSi/3DS with a firmware it still works on.


EDIT: Some sites sell them pre-updated.

 

[Rydian]

As said, if the cart runs then it can be updated (that's the whole issue, actually).

That page you linked says they're updated for 1.4.4, and Zhu's known to keep up to date on things, so that looks good to me.

 

[NaNat]

So, pre-updated cards are pretty much plug and play?

Oh, nevermind the description on my link answers my question.

Thanks for the help!

 

[Another World]

after you get it, before you do anything, you can double check by reading the bootloader stickie. each of the icons and the firmware they work on have been documented, as well as detailed descriptions for updating your ak2i.

-another world

 

[IngrownTesticle]

i am going to piggy back this thread with a quick question. if an Acekard 2i is setup for a DSiXL can i use that same card in a DSLite without issue? or is it just for an XL if I set it up for a XL?

 

[Rydian]

It'll always work on an original or DS Lite.

 

[IngrownTesticle]

just to be clear. a acekard 2i updated with file ak2ifw_update_3ds40_dsi144_onDSi_DSXL_3DS.nds will have work on a ds and ds lite.

 

[Another World]

the ds lite does not have an updatable firmware, as such it does not require you to update the bootloader. you do not need to trick the lite into loading the ak2i as you would on the dsi/3ds.

once and for all =P it will work.

-another world