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** On Linux the file will be called '''flash-flatfish.sh''' | ** On Linux the file will be called '''flash-flatfish.sh''' | ||
*** Ensure you have proper permissions to run it | *** Ensure you have proper permissions to run it | ||
*** On Linux you must pass the location (path) of the image files as an argument | *** On Linux you must pass the location (path) of the image files as an argument (''./flash-flatfish.sh .'' should work if the files are in the same directory) | ||
* You should then be asked if you want to flash user data. Saying yes will clear any user data such as apps you have installed and emails. Data stored on an SD Card will survive. <br>If you are moving between a major version of FxOS (e.g. 1.4 -> 2.0 or 2.0 -> 1.4) we recommend that you choose to flash the user data (thereby deleting it). | * You should then be asked if you want to flash user data. Saying yes will clear any user data such as apps you have installed and emails. Data stored on an SD Card will survive. <br>If you are moving between a major version of FxOS (e.g. 1.4 -> 2.0 or 2.0 -> 1.4) we recommend that you choose to flash the user data (thereby deleting it). | ||
* After making your userdata selection the tablet will reboot into "fastboot" mode and display the Firefox OS logo. In the command window, if you see <code>< waiting for device ></code> for longer than 30 seconds, try unplugging the USB cord from your computer and plugging it back in. | * After making your userdata selection the tablet will reboot into "fastboot" mode and display the Firefox OS logo. In the command window, if you see <code>< waiting for device ></code> for longer than 30 seconds, try unplugging the USB cord from your computer and plugging it back in. | ||
* The flash will take a few minutes and the screen may display random colors. Do not unplug, disturb or mock the device during this time. | * The flash will take a few minutes and the screen may display random colors. Do not unplug, disturb or mock the device during this time. | ||
* Once finished, press any key to reboot the tablet. | * Once finished, press any key to reboot the tablet. | ||