REG Linux device image

Milk-V Meles

Milk-V Meles pairs the TH1520 SoC with the REG Linux stack for a polished retro console.

  • Manufacturer: Milk-V
  • SoC: TH1520
  • Maintained on the REG Linux download channel
Milk-V Meles
Milk-V Meles running REG Linux.

Hardware specifications

Built for Milk-V

REG Linux targets this hardware profile so you can flash and play without manual tweaking.

Manufacturer

Milk-V

SoC

TH1520

Image availability

Download the latest build from the REG Linux downloads hub (Milk-V section).

Install notes

Flash Milk-V Meles and boot

Follow the workflow below; the official board page contains any extra quirks for the TH1520 platform.

  1. Grab the image. Download the latest Milk-V Meles build from the downloads page or the official board entry.
  2. Flash to storage. Use balenaEtcher, Raspberry Pi Imager, or `dd` to write the image to an SD card or SSD. Make sure to verify the checksum before booting.
  3. First boot setup. Insert the media into your Milk-V Meles, power on, and let REG Linux expand the filesystem. Pair controllers inside EmulationStation once prompted.
  4. Troubleshoot with rescue tools. REG Linux ships with an immutable base and rescue partition—if something breaks, reboot into rescue or reflash without touching your ROMs.

Need a refresher?

Cross-check kernel notes, device trees, or wiring tips on the Milk-V Meles board page.

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