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REG Linux device image

Raspberry Pi 2

Raspberry Pi 2 pairs the Broadcom BCM2836 SoC with the REG Linux stack for a polished retro console.

More Raspberry devices Official board page
  • Manufacturer: Raspberry
  • SoC: Broadcom BCM2836
  • Maintained on the REG Linux download channel
Raspberry Pi 2
Raspberry Pi 2 running REG Linux.

Hardware specifications

Built for Raspberry

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

Manufacturer

Raspberry

SoC

Broadcom BCM2836

Image availability

Download the latest build from the REG Linux downloads hub (Raspberry section).

Install notes

Flash Raspberry Pi 2 and boot

Follow the workflow below; the official board page contains any extra quirks for the Broadcom BCM2836 platform.

  1. Grab the image. Download the latest Raspberry Pi 2 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 Raspberry Pi 2, 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 Raspberry Pi 2 board page.

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