documentation/Reference-Platform/PreviousReleases/RPB_16.03/ConsumerEdition/HiKey/InstallDebianRPB-16.03.md

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Step 1: Read about the Fastboot Method

Fastboot is supported by the board and can be used for installs. This is for advanced users who are most likely modifying/customizing source code and will need to download such updates to the board for test/execution.

This method requires the following hardware:

  • HiKey with power supply
  • Host machine (Linux, Mac OS X, or Windows)
  • USB to microUSB cable
  • USB Mouse and/or keyboard (not required to perform flash)
  • HDMI Monitor with full size HDMI cable (not required to perform flash)

Step 2: Download Debian partition table

Note: Some files have 4G and 8G options, download file which best matches your HiKey board.

  • All HiKey CircuitCo boards will use the 4G files
  • All HiKey LeMaker 1G boards will use the 4G files
  • All HiKey LeMaker 2G boards will use the 8G files

ptable-linux.img (4G Download / 8G Download)


Step 3: Download Boot image and Root File System


Step 4: Choose your host computer to access your instruction set

  • Linux