What to keep in mind
- Primary board: Radxa NIO 12L (Genio 1200 / MT8395).
- If you have this board, the wiki guide is the fastest path to a clean boot.
- Expect a stable, modern Mediatek experience with REG Linux defaults.
REG Linux device image
Radxa NIO 12L
Radxa NIO 12L pairs the Genio 1200 (MT8395) SoC with the REG Linux stack for a polished retro console. pairs the Genio 1200 (MT8395) SoC with the REG Linux stack for a polished retro console.
- Manufacturer: Radxa
- SoC: Genio 1200 (MT8395)
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Quick specs
- Manufacturer: Radxa
- SoC: Genio 1200 (MT8395)
- Download: Coming soon
Device notes
What to expect on Radxa NIO 12L
Hardware specifications
Built for Radxa
REG Linux targets this hardware profile so you can flash and play without manual tweaking.
Install notes
Flash Radxa NIO 12L and boot
Follow the workflow below; the official board page contains any extra quirks for the Genio 1200 (MT8395) platform.
- Grab the image. Download the latest Radxa NIO 12L build from the downloads page or the official board entry.
- 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.
- First boot setup. Insert the media into your Radxa NIO 12L, power on, and let REG Linux expand the filesystem. Pair controllers inside REG-Station once prompted.
- 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.
Board family guidance
Mediatek MT8395
Mediatek support is tuned for the Radxa NIO 12L and the Genio 1200 platform.
SoCs tracked: MT8395, Genio 1200
Learn more
Drill into the wiki board entry for scripts, overlays, and developer reminders.
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Need a refresher?
Cross-check kernel notes, device trees, or wiring tips on the Radxa NIO 12L board page.