Nexbox A1¶
Nexbox A1 pairs the Amlogic S912 SoC with the REG Linux stack for a polished retro console.
Quick facts¶
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Manufacturer: Nexbox
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SoC: Amlogic S912
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Maintained on the REG Linux download channel
Hardware¶
| SoC | CPU | GPU |
|---|---|---|
| Amlogic S912 | ARM Cortex-A53 | Mali (Panfrost) |
| RAM | Storage | Connectivity |
|---|---|---|
| Varies by board | Varies by board | Varies by board |
Software¶
| Kernel | GPU drivers | Compositor | Interface |
|---|---|---|---|
| Linux | — | Device-specific | REG-ES |
Installation notes¶
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Grab the image. Download the latest Nexbox A1 build from the downloads page.
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Flash to storage. Use balenaEtcher, Raspberry Pi Imager, or
ddto write the image to an SD card or eMMC. Make sure to verify the checksum before booting. -
First boot setup. Insert the media into your Nexbox A1, power on, and let REG Linux expand the filesystem. Pair controllers inside EmulationStation once prompted.
Resources¶
- REG Linux download page: https://reglinux.org/download/nexbox-a1/