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***M3 DS Simply Guide***
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blenky
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19. December 2007 @ 18:40 |
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New system software available (v1.10) here
[url=http://www.handheldsources.com/M3DS/Download_M3DSS.html][/url]
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21. December 2007 @ 18:16 |
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I've been using an R4 (without any problems), but I just purchased the M3 DS Real because it supports micro SD HC cards. After receiving the M3 Real, I quickly inserted my Sandisk 6GB SD card only to discover that the GUI was very slow and none of the games would launch.
I did some testing, since I couldn't find anything online that described my problem. After I removed several games from my memory card in order to get the used space under 4GB, everything worked fine. I haven't gone back and added the games to make sure that the size is definitely the problem, but there appears to be a correlation.
I may due some further testing, but as of right now, you might want to rethink purchasing an M3 Real if you thought you'd be able to load a SD MC card with more than 4 GB of games. Of course, it may just need a new firmware update.
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21. December 2007 @ 18:23 |
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Update: I just ran across a link talking about a limit of 128 games in 1 folder. That may be the issue that I'm having. I don't have access to my DS at this moment, but I'll count the number of games and see if that's the problem. If it is, then I'll have to see if there's a way of getting around it. I know that the games on the R4 can be placed in different folders, but I didn't notice that as an option on the M3 Real. Again, I'll post any further updates as I receive them.
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21. December 2007 @ 18:43 |
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Testing Complete: The problem is definitely caused by having more than 128 games in the NDS folder. I haven't found any documentation stating that the games can be placed in a different folder, so hopefully there will be an update that will allow for more than 128 games in a single folder. (I know, do I really need more than 128 games? Probably not, but I have 6 GB, so why not use it all.)
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metro
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23. December 2007 @ 18:38 |
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Originally posted by mr_hanky:
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Firmware
The firmware files are what are needed by the M3 to work, these are what come on the CD, but chances are they are out dated, so throw the CD away and download the latest firmware files from http://www.dualscene.net. Once downloaded extract the files anywhere in your hard drive. You need to find the folder called ?system Vx.xx LL? where X is the firmware revision and L the language, open this folder and copy the entire contents to the root of your MicroSD card.
Although I never mention Moonshell this step does copy Moonshell to the MicroSD card.
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metro
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23. December 2007 @ 18:42 |
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Originally posted by mr_hanky:
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Firmware
The firmware files are what are needed by the M3 to work, these are what come on the CD, but chances are they are out dated, so throw the CD away and download the latest firmware files from http://www.dualscene.net. Once downloaded extract the files anywhere in your hard drive. You need to find the folder called ?system Vx.xx LL? where X is the firmware revision and L the language, open this folder and copy the entire contents to the root of your MicroSD card.
Although I never mention Moonshell this step does copy Moonshell to the MicroSD card.
i just got hold of a new m3 card reader , followed the instructions , went to the link , downloaded the info , formatted and put info on my micro card , but still no good when i put m3 in my ds the words , no system file found . what does this mean
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23. December 2007 @ 19:07 |
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metro
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23. December 2007 @ 19:21 |
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Originally posted by mr_hanky:
silk42: Your in the wrong thread, the M3 Real thread is here. That thread also mentions the 128 games problem and the way around it: http://forums.afterdawn.com/thread_jump.cfm/585265/3602563 .
metro: What M3 are you using? the Simply or Real?
im usin the real , its really pissin me off now , i put the m,card from my r4 into the m3 still no good , the ds is fine with the r4 in it , 2 kids , 2 ds 1 r4 1 m3 that dont work
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23. December 2007 @ 19:25 |
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Your also in the wrong thread then, the M3 Real thread is here.
The M3 Real uses a different firmware to the M3 Simply and R4 which is why it isn't working, a link to the download site is in the M3 Real guide.
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metro
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23. December 2007 @ 19:30 |
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Originally posted by mr_hanky:
Your also in the wrong thread then, the M3 Real thread is here.
The M3 Real uses a different firmware to the M3 Simply and R4 which is why it isn't working, a link to the download site is in the M3 Real guide.
i did all that , went to the site , downloaded the info , formatted my m,card then added the info to the m,card and 1 game , still no good
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metro
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23. December 2007 @ 19:50 |
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Originally posted by mr_hanky:
Your also in the wrong thread then, the M3 Real thread is here.
The M3 Real uses a different firmware to the M3 Simply and R4 which is why it isn't working, a link to the download site is in the M3 Real guide.
my friend your a genious thanx a million , you have saved my ass
thanx again , merry christmas , live long and prosper
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24. December 2007 @ 10:25 |
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Mr_Hanky - Sorry about posting in the wrong thread. This is my first time posting on this site, so I had to create an account. After validating from the link sent to my e-mail address, I obviously posted my comment to the wrong thread.
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unorigi
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27. December 2007 @ 06:56 |
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big sigh everbody newbie here. Apologies everybody if the question has been asked and answered before. I genuinely did search for the answer first. My problem,.. M3 simply playing pokemon diamond unable to connect to wii pokemon revelations.Is this a hardware problem which would make it unfixable or fingers crossed can a firmware solution be found. Any help greatly apprerciated.
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horent135
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28. December 2007 @ 00:52 |
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Does anyone know if m3 simply support SDHC yet? or are we still waiting on it?
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30. December 2007 @ 18:03 |
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what's improved with the new firmware, is it worth updating from 1.07?
This message has been edited since posting. Last time this message was edited on 30. December 2007 @ 18:08
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30. December 2007 @ 18:35 |
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Originally posted by pwr0n:
what's improved with the new firmware, is it worth updating from 1.07?
I see you have edited your post from Originally posted by pwr0n:
yo d00d, the latest firmware is still 1.07 as of this time-stamped post
so I guess you have already realised the mistake :P
The latest firmware is now actually v1.10 I cannot remember the change log for each new release but I believe they are mainly bug fixes for various games with v1.10 to fix Final Fantasy.
The download site I link to is obviously not being updated any more, so I will change it to the M3 website (which unfortunately is usually very slow for downloading)
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30. December 2007 @ 18:46 |
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Originally posted by unorigi:
My problem,.. M3 simply playing pokemon diamond unable to connect to wii pokemon revelations.Is this a hardware problem which would make it unfixable or fingers crossed can a firmware solution be found. Any help greatly apprerciated.
The M3 Simply cannot connect to the Wii version of Pokemon at the moment, I doubt it is a hardware problem and it could possibly be fixed in a future update however it is unclear why it is taking so long to be done.
Originally posted by :
Does anyone know if m3 simply support SDHC yet? or are we still waiting on it?
The M3 DS Simply does not and will not support SDHC, if this is an important feature I would recommend buying a new cart that does support SDHC (such as the M3 DS Real or DS TopToy)
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JamPaste
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31. December 2007 @ 06:28 |
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After copying all the files that i needed, when i put in the cartridge it just stays black and the top screen says 'Loading...'
I'm very new to this, please help!
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jpssmokes
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2. January 2008 @ 15:21 |
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i have done all you suggested to start off with but all i am seeing is LOADING.......... on the screen, i have a m3 simply and a 4gb Micro SD card.
Any ideas?
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JamPaste
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2. January 2008 @ 17:24 |
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I had a little look through the forum, and apparently it wont work if you have a sandisk card - i got the 4gb sandisk one and i had the same problem as you, have now ordered a 2gb Kingston card which, hopefully, will work as someone said elsewhere.
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Zek99
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3. January 2008 @ 06:27 |
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I have the R4 ds card thing (you put the microSD in it) for slot one and 2 2gb microSD cards one Kingston and one SanDisc, i have put M3 Simple on both and put it into the R4 ds card thing and when it loads it says
"The hardware is not compatible"
im using the M3 full installation package 28/6/2007
Help?
P.S. Yes i erased everything on the cards
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3. January 2008 @ 19:10 |
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try asking in the r4 thread.
m3 software on r4 is more hassell than it's worth.
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mrjhj
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5. January 2008 @ 00:30 |
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I need some help,
A) For Hardware I have a 1) DS Light, 2) M3 DS Simply, 3) Kingston 4 GB Micro SDHC card.
B) For Software I have down loaded and extracted the "System_v1.10-English" on my computer.
C) I have copied the two folders "_system_" and "moonshl" and the two files "_DS_MENU" AND "_DS_MSHL.NDS" onto the micro card.
D) I have added one program onto the card under a game folder.
E) When I turn on the DS with the cards in the slot, I get the first white Nintendo DS screens on the top and bottom for about 2.5 - 3.0 sec. Then the bottom screen goes black and the top screen goes black with the words says "Loading..." for ever.
Question: I am trying to get the main menu to boot up but nothing happens, what am I doing wrong?
Thanks,
JHJ
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mrjhj
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5. January 2008 @ 00:34 |
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Oh yea, I also formated the Micro card with FAT32 and default allocation size before putting any files on the card.
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JHJ
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jpssmokes
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5. January 2008 @ 05:08 |
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Originally posted by mrjhj:
I need some help,
A) For Hardware I have a 1) DS Light, 2) M3 DS Simply, 3) Kingston 4 GB Micro SDHC card.
B) For Software I have down loaded and extracted the "System_v1.10-English" on my computer.
C) I have copied the two folders "_system_" and "moonshl" and the two files "_DS_MENU" AND "_DS_MSHL.NDS" onto the micro card.
D) I have added one program onto the card under a game folder.
E) When I turn on the DS with the cards in the slot, I get the first white Nintendo DS screens on the top and bottom for about 2.5 - 3.0 sec. Then the bottom screen goes black and the top screen goes black with the words says "Loading..." for ever.
Question: I am trying to get the main menu to boot up but nothing happens, what am I doing wrong?
It does not like 4GBHC cards i found this out from another forum site. Max you can use is 2GB NON HC
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