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= SD Card File Transfer =
== SD Card File Transfer ==


Get a microSD / SD card reader with the correct port for your device. You can also use microSD card adapters or OTG adapters.
Get a microSD / SD card reader with the correct port for your device. You can also use microSD card adapters or OTG adapters.
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== Folder Structure ==
=== Folder Structure ===


=== BOOT partition ===
==== BOOT partition ====


This is where dtb files and bootlogos are stored.
This is where dtb files and bootlogos are stored.
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=== EASYROMS partition ===
==== EASYROMS partition ====


This is where all the roms (games), launchimages, themes, backups and background music are stored. For a full list of all rom folders and supported filetypes, please refer to the [https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki/ArkOS-Emulators-and-Ports-information ArkOS wiki].
This is where all the roms (games), launchimages, themes, backups and background music are stored. For a full list of all rom folders and supported filetypes, please refer to the [https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki/ArkOS-Emulators-and-Ports-information ArkOS wiki].
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[[File:Assign a drive letter to the EASYROMS partition.mp4|thumb|none|800px]]
[[File:Assign a drive letter to the EASYROMS partition.mp4|thumb|none|800px]]


== Accessing the SD card on Android ==
=== Accessing the SD card on Android ===


It's also possible to copy over files with an Android device. But be aware that android automatically creates a few empty folders if a SD card is connected. You can use any file manager that you like. Below are a few examples ("TS-RDF5 USB drive" is the microSD card adapter in this case).
It's also possible to copy over files with an Android device. But be aware that android automatically creates a few empty folders if a SD card is connected. You can use any file manager that you like. Below are a few examples ("TS-RDF5 USB drive" is the microSD card adapter in this case).
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= USB Flash Drive File Transfer =
== USB Flash Drive File Transfer ==


Connect your Thumb drive (Pen drive, Flash disk, USB drive, Key drive, Memory stick,...) to the OTG port and follow the steps on the [https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions---RG351P#q-how-do-i-mount-a-usb-drive-for-copying-and-moving-files ArkOS Wiki] or the visual guide below.
Connect your Thumb drive (Pen drive, Flash disk, USB drive, Key drive, Memory stick,...) to the OTG port and follow the steps on the [https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions---RG351P#q-how-do-i-mount-a-usb-drive-for-copying-and-moving-files ArkOS Wiki] or the visual guide below.
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= WiFi File Transfer =
== WiFi File Transfer ==


'''Official links'''
'''Official links'''
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== Enable WiFi connection ==
=== Enable WiFi connection ===


The R36S does not have built-in wifi but you can enable WiFi and connect to the internet in a few different ways.
The R36S does not have built-in wifi but you can enable WiFi and connect to the internet in a few different ways.
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== Enable Remote Services (ArkOS) ==
=== Enable Remote Services (ArkOS) ===


You have to enable this every time you restart your R36S.
You have to enable this every time you restart your R36S.
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== On PC ==
=== On PC ===


=== ArkOS Browser ===  
==== ArkOS Browser ====  
{{Notice|As the name suggests, this is a feature of the ArkOS firmware}}
{{Notice|As the name suggests, this is a feature of the ArkOS firmware}}


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=== Windows Explorer (Samba) ===
==== Windows Explorer (Samba) ====


Run (Windows + R) "\\R36S IP ADDRESS" or put it in the Explorer address bar.
Run (Windows + R) "\\R36S IP ADDRESS" or put it in the Explorer address bar.
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=== MacOS (Samba) ===
==== MacOS (Samba) ====


Same method as on windows. The guide on the AmberELEC website has screenshots and detailed instructions: https://amberelec.org/guides/transferring-files#macos-x--samba-easiest
Same method as on windows. The guide on the AmberELEC website has screenshots and detailed instructions: https://amberelec.org/guides/transferring-files#macos-x--samba-easiest


=== File Manager (SFTP) ===
==== File Manager (SFTP) ====


You can also connect with a file manager like [https://filezilla-project.org/download.php?type=client FileZilla] or [https://winscp.net/eng/index.php WinSCP].
You can also connect with a file manager like [https://filezilla-project.org/download.php?type=client FileZilla] or [https://winscp.net/eng/index.php WinSCP].
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== On Android Phone ==
=== On Android Phone ===


=== ArkOS Browser ===  
==== ArkOS Browser ====  
{{Notice|As the name suggests, this is a feature of the ArkOS firmware}}
{{Notice|As the name suggests, this is a feature of the ArkOS firmware}}


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=== File Manager (SFTP) ===
==== File Manager (SFTP) ====


Use a file manager of your choice with SFTP support. For example:
Use a file manager of your choice with SFTP support. For example:

Revision as of 05:25, 25 May 2025

SD Card File Transfer

Get a microSD / SD card reader with the correct port for your device. You can also use microSD card adapters or OTG adapters.

  • USB-A microSD card reader
  • OTG USB-C adapter for mobile phones and tablets
  • microSD card adapter
  • multi SD card reader
  • USB-C microSD card reader

Folder Structure

BOOT partition

This is where dtb files and bootlogos are stored.

EASYROMS partition

This is where all the roms (games), launchimages, themes, backups and background music are stored. For a full list of all rom folders and supported filetypes, please refer to the ArkOS wiki.

If you can't access the EASYROMS partition, you probably need to assign a drive letter in Disk Management. Here's a short video how to do this.

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Local File

Accessing the SD card on Android

It's also possible to copy over files with an Android device. But be aware that android automatically creates a few empty folders if a SD card is connected. You can use any file manager that you like. Below are a few examples ("TS-RDF5 USB drive" is the microSD card adapter in this case).

  • Standard File Browser
  • Cx File Explorer
  • Total Commander

USB Flash Drive File Transfer

Connect your Thumb drive (Pen drive, Flash disk, USB drive, Key drive, Memory stick,...) to the OTG port and follow the steps on the ArkOS Wiki or the visual guide below.

  • Confirm: A
  • Back: B
  • Select/Menu: Y
  • Select multiple Files: X
  • OPTIONS -> USB DRIVE MOUNT
  • Start 351Files
  • Navigate to /mnt/usbdrive
  • Navigate to /mnt/usbdrive
  • Select the file(s) you want to copy
  • Open the menu (Y) and click on copy (A)
  • Navigate to the destination folder and paste your file(s)
  • Before removing the USB drive start USB DRIVE UNMOUNT

WiFi File Transfer

Official links

Network Credentials
ArkOS AmberELEC PAN4ELEC ROCKNIX
Username ark root root root
Password ark amberelec pan4elec rocknix

Enable WiFi connection

The R36S does not have built-in wifi but you can enable WiFi and connect to the internet in a few different ways.

Cheap dongles and adapters
Image Type Link1
WiFi USB Adapter (~2€) AliExpress #1 AliExpress #2 AliExpress #3 ebay
TP-Link TL-WN725N 2.4G Amazon UK - Amazon DE
TP-Link Archer T2U Nano 2.4G/5G Amazon UK - Amazon DE
OTG Adapter (~1€) AliExpress #1 AliExpress #2 AliExpress #3 ebay

Enable Remote Services (ArkOS)

You have to enable this every time you restart your R36S.

On PC

ArkOS Browser

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Info
As the name suggests, this is a feature of the ArkOS firmware

Official link: https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions---rg351mp#q-how-do-i-use-arkos-browser-for-managing-my-roms-via-a-web-browser

Simply enter the R36S IP ADDRESS in your browser (tested on Firefox).

To access both cards, you have to change the folders between /roms or /roms2 in the settings.

Windows Explorer (Samba)

Run (Windows + R) "\\R36S IP ADDRESS" or put it in the Explorer address bar.

  • Press Windows + R and enter "\\R36S IP ADDRESS"
  • R36S Network connection in Windows Explorer

MacOS (Samba)

Same method as on windows. The guide on the AmberELEC website has screenshots and detailed instructions: https://amberelec.org/guides/transferring-files#macos-x--samba-easiest

File Manager (SFTP)

You can also connect with a file manager like FileZilla or WinSCP.

On Android Phone

ArkOS Browser

ℹ️
Info
As the name suggests, this is a feature of the ArkOS firmware

Official link: https://github.com/christianhaitian/arkos/wiki/Frequently-Asked-Questions---rg351mp#q-how-do-i-use-arkos-browser-for-managing-my-roms-via-a-web-browser

Simply enter the R36S IP ADDRESS in your browser (tested on Firefox).

To access both cards, you have to change the folders between /roms or /roms2 in the settings.

  • Change this setting to access the other card
  • Change this setting to access the other card

File Manager (SFTP)

Use a file manager of your choice with SFTP support. For example:

  • Open your file manager choice (Cx File Explorer in this case)
  • Navigate to Network Connection
  • Add your device (SFTP)
  • Navigate to the file(s) you want to transfer
  • Copy the file(s)
  • Navigate back to Network Connection and click on your R36S
  • Navigate to the destination folder on the R36S
  • Paste the file(s)
  • Done.

How to add more games

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Homebrew & Public Domain Games

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Transferring Files

Use microSD or USB to add ROMs and BIOS files. Organize them per emulator’s folder structure and always eject devices properly.

BIOS Files & Requirements

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