Update openFyde

Last Update: 2024-03-13

The following guide or recipe requires shell access to your FydeOS installation, therefore developer mode is assumed to be enabled. If altering system file is required, you will also need to disable root file system verification.

This guide provides detailed instructions on how to manually update the openFyde operating system without losing existing data. It is applicable for version r114 and later.

Preparation of the Update File

To begin, you’ll need to download the latest payload.bin file, the essential update package for openFyde.

Example for Raspberry Pi 5:

1. Navigate to the openFyde GitHub Releases page for the Raspberry Pi 5 model.
2. Find and download the payload.bin file tailored to your device.

Step-by-Step Manual Update Process

Follow these instructions to update your system:

1. Initiating the Crosh Terminal:

   • On the desktop, press Control + Alt + T to launch the Crosh terminal.

2. Accessing the Bash Shell:

   • In the Crosh terminal, enter the command shell and press Enter.

3. Gaining Administrative Access:

   • Input sudo -i and press Enter to obtain administrative rights.

4. Locating the Downloads Directory:

   • Enter cd ~chronos/Downloads to move to the directory where payload.bin is stored.

5. Running the Update Script:

   • Type and execute the following command to begin the update:

     openfyde-updater.sh payload.bin

It is crucial to keep your device plugged into a power source during the entire update process to prevent any system damage due to power loss.