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Personally, I use a 128gb key, but the theory should be the same for HDD..
Download the image, and burn it to your HDD/USB, it will “mess up” size, but we sort that out later…
Once you have burnt the image to hdd, plug into your pc, and copy the contents of the fat32 partition onto a fat32 formatted sdcard, then open the cmdline.txt and change;
root=/dev/mmcblk0p2
To this:
root=/dev/sda2
(also make any overclock setting changes you want to make to config.txt)
now plug both your hdd/usb and your sdcard into your pi and boot, it should boot, and it should be running from usb.
Once booted, logon as pi (pi/raspberry) and type
sudo fdisk /dev/sda
Then press
p
andenter
to see the partitions. There should only be 2. What we’re going to do now is delete the Linux partition, but before we do this, we make a note of the start position for the linux partition sda2. Press d and then when prompted type 2 and then hit enter. This will delete the partition.Now we’re going to create a new partition, and make it large enough for the OS to occupy the full space available on the USB Flash Drive. To do this type n to create a new partition, when prompted to give the partition type, press p for primary. Then it will as for a partition number, press 2 and hit enter.
You will be asked for a first sector, set this as the start of partition 2 as noted earlier. In my case this as 122880 but this is likely to be different for you.
After this it will ask for an end position, hit enter to use the default which is end of disk. Now type w to commit the changes. You will see a message about the Kernel using some table yaddah yaddah, just ignore this, and reboot
Once your Raspberry Pi has rebooted, we need to resize the partition. To do this type the following command:
sudo resize2fs /dev/sda2
Be patient, this will take some time. Once it’s done reboot again. Then type:
df -h
This will show the partitions and the space, you’ll see the full USB Flash Disk has all the space available now. That’s it, all done!
I have done this method many times, and it seems the cleanest quickest way to do it..
Hi All
RetroPie ver 1.9.1
Can somebody please help me get external storage mounted to store my ROMS on and show me how to point to those files because I just can’t seem to figure it out.
I have looked through all 643 threads in this section of the forum but there seems to be no DEFINITE AND COMPLETE step by step guide for Linux noobs on how to do this.
I found these:
https://github.com/retropie/RetroPie-Setup/issues/147I also found these:
http://www.makeuseof.com/tag/how-to-add-usb-storage-to-the-raspberry-pi/
https://www.modmypi.com/blog/how-to-mount-an-external-hard-drive-on-the-raspberry-pi-raspianI am unable to understand any of these guides. When I have tried some of the steps I can create a mount and see it if I open sudo nano fstab from /etc but when I go to startx I can see the drive but can’t put anything on it – regardless of the steps I have tried even without any of them the drive can still be seen but cannot be written to.
I am inserting the USB thumb drive into one of the USB ports on the powered hub and if I ls /media I can see all the USB slots.
Basically I don’t have a clue what I am doing with drive mounting in Linux and would really appreciate if anyone has a step by step guide or can point me in the direction of a guide which is complete.
Linux for complete dummies guide = please PLEASE help – cheers.
Does this USB joypad encoder work right away or does the kernel need to be reinstalled? It like to buy it but afraid I can’t get it to work. If anyone can confirm that it works right of the bat i would appreciate it really much. Greets P
Topic: Power level sent to USB port
In my first install attempt I used a USB extension cable, then plugged in my gamepad to it. It was recognized and worked without issue. However, the install had other issues, so I started from scratch. On the next install I plugged the USB controller directly into the USB port without the extension, not thinking about it. Now I find that the controller works when connecting directly, but not via the USB extension. I’m using the full 1 x 1A power supply and have not added any other hardware, so I know that there *was* enough power to power the controller previously. Any ideas on how to get it to boost the power to that USB extension?
Hi,
Absolutely LOVING the implementation overall, but I’m having trouble with two items. I currently am using a Microsoft Sidewinder gamepad, seen here:
1. When I want to exit a game running in the NES emulator, I can’t. I have tried the instructions below and it did work a couple of times:
But at some point the configuration seemed to vanish and I haven’t been able to get it working again.
2. When I am in MAME, I have not been able to get the insert coin and start game key mappings to work.
I’m not particularly tied to this particular joystick/gamepad. If there is another one that is known to work with the items above (exiting the emulator, inserting coin and starting game), could you let me know? Or if there is a solution that would not require me to get a new controller, that’s good too! My goal is to break this down to having a simple Pi box, and a couple of controllers – no keyboard.
Thank you,
DCHi all,
I’ve got my Raspberry Pi setup using RetroPie with 2 USB SNES controllers.
I’ve got main menu controls setup, but when I configure controls for a game, I receive the error “Required input [A] not mapped!” when trying to save the configuration.
I’ve gone back and remapped all the buttons and directions. Been through it a dozen times and can see all the buttons work in the ‘TEST’ function.
Does anyone know why this is happening?
Thanks.
Hi,
I finally got my PS3 controllers to pair today via bluetooth, after modifying the code per brian9640’s instructions in this post: http://www.raspberrypi.org/forum/viewtopic.php?f=78&t=16702&start=25
However, now I’ve hit a separate issue. It appears I need to re-pair the controllers (using sixpair) after a cold boot. Obviously this is a hassle because it requires re-attaching the controllers via USB, and a reboot or two.
Does anyone know why this is happening? How can I make the pairing “stick”?
Thanks
Topic: Pi Game Box
Here is my set up, used a ‘BUD sandwich raspberry pi box’ with little modification to flip the RPi around so a 7 port USB powered hub can be added to the lower section, the HUB is from DX.com, the power conector was kinda lose so it was removed power lines soldered directly with a added switch for easy on/off. Added wireless Xbox controllers with a converted RF module from a dead 360.
I’ve been spending quite some time lately trying to figure out what would be the best case for my raspberry pi. I thought about using a SNES but I feel like it takes up a lot of space and it would require several modifications to the case, which, I’m not really good at.
I also thought about using a PS ONE case and it would actually work quite nicely, but then again, I like using the SNES controllers with my pi, and I’m kinda picky with aesthetics, it just doesn’t look right to me having a PSX with SNES controllers hooked up to it.
If I am not able to find “the” case, I’m probably going to start designing one to be printed on a 3d printer.
Here’s a list of the features I would like in my ultimate case:
Front
– 4 USB ports for controllers
– 1 LED lightTop
– Power/Reset buttonBack
– HDMI
– Power
– 1 Extra usb port for additional storageSo, I wanted to reach out to all of you and ask if you have any good suggestions for a case for mi pi. Any suggestions?
Seeing as everyone seems to have controller choice as their main source of frustration on this project, i figured i’d weigh in with my solution.
Basically, most people including myself, should have some old Playstation 1 or 2 controllers lying around from the glory days. These are actually EXTREMELY useful when it comes to the retropi, as thanks to a nice third party adapter, it’s possible to hook two of these bad boys up to ONE usb socket. This obviously allows for two players on a model A without any extra peripherals. This is a pretty huge deal for those with models A’s, as well as people who are building for portable rigs (For example, i have installed 4 or 5 of these things into peoples cars so the back set and play two player through the screens in the back of the headrests).
Firstly, you will need two controllers. Sorry kids, but to use my config files these MUST be DualShock analogues. either PS1 or PS2 will do, and they don’t have to be official. Personally, i use the Joytech mini PS1 controllers, you can find them all over ebay, picutred HERE: [img]http://puu.sh/73KpP.jpg[/img]
Now, you can obviously use non-analogue controllers with the pi and this adapter, but you’ll likely have to do your own configs. Mine might work, i just dont have a non analogue to test it with.
Secondly, you’ll need the adapter. Unfortunately i think it must be a specific one, so ive linked the amazon links to purchase them. I am british so i got mine for <£2 originally, so don’t worry as they are super cheap. I have included an american amazon link for the Yanks, as well.
They both have pictures so if you have a different location for amazon, you can pretty easily identify the one you need. They are almost always blue, but i have seen them in Translucent as well.
Lastly, you’ll need the configs. I think i’ve got everything required but if i have missed something off just tell me what to grab and ill go get it for you.
DISCLAIMER: – PLEASE don’t be an idiot and just write over your own configs with these assuming them to work. Be sensible, BACK UP YOUR EXISTING CFGS FIRST before using these. That way, if they don’t work you can restore yourself easily, and more importantly i don’t have stupid people whining its my fault they broke their retropi installation.
Anyway, copy these into /home/pi/RetroPie/configs/all
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/4436120/dgenrc
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/4436120/retroarch.cfgand this into /home/pi/.emulationstation/
https://dl.dropboxusercontent.com/u/4436120/es_input.cfg
Those should cover ALL usage of the controller, including the menu screen and all of the emulators including DGEN.
The buttons are mapped identically to a SNES controller, and on DGEN Square = A, X = B and Circle = C. If you enable 6-button mode in options, then L1 = x, Triangle = Y and R1 = Z.
There are also two hotkeys enabled in these configs, so please be aware of them.
IN EMULATIONSTATION BROWSING GAMES; –
R1 = page up
R2 = page down
L1 = Select Letter/Organize Type (i.e. sort by name, most recent, least played, most played etc)
TRIANGLE – Options menu (Shutdown, Restart, Volume etc)IN GAME; –
SELECT + START = quit ROM back to emulationstation
SELECT + L2 = open Retroarch Config/Options (the screen you can configure video/sound/other options etc) i HIGHLY suggest you do this at least once, as your TV settings will differ to mine. Autosave options is on so your own settings you change here should take immediately.enjoy.
Hello guys, I need some help with my RetroPie setup process, since I’m not very verse in Linux.
I’ve installed RetroPieImage_ver1.9.1 on my 4GB SD card,
On the first boot i setup my keyboard as joypad1, and my generic usb joypad as joypad2
They work flawlessly while in the menu, but as soon as I enter an emulator only keyboard works, joypad doesn’t.
I’ve tried the script, but all it says is something along the lines of bash: there’s no command retropie-joypad (I can give exact info if needed)
Also doom and duke3d do not work, blackscreen + freeze as soon as i hit enter.
Please help.
PS I’d also like to use 2 joypads, would be jolly if someone could help me with a detailed setup from installation to modding config files.
PS2 I apologize for the lack of exact information, i have to unplug my pc to plug my rasp in.
All. I have read quite a bit about other having this problem but i can’t seem to get my issue fixed. I have 2 USB NES controllers that work fine before launching the game. As soon as i’m in the game they do not work.
I have a config file at /RetroPie/configs/all/retroarch.cfg and one in /RetroPie/configs/all/nes/retroarch.cfg.
I have ran the retroarch-joyconfig script several times but no luck. What should I be looking at next?
Topic: Xinsh Mo USB adapter
Hij first of all! Awesome work on the retropie. I startend off with pimame but seeing emulation station I thought I give retropie a shot! I was able to make the two button escape working and made mame4all pi the primary mame:).
Right now I’m thinking of making my own arcade and thinking of using the Xin Mo USB controller for 2 players (the ipac is so expensive) But I’ve been reading that a lot of people have problems of it not working correctly. I was wondering if the issue has been fixed and the kernel is updated? Or does it need programming for it to work properly?
Topic: No joysticks found?
This is winding me up…
I have beening using my system, all week without any issues, but this morning i turned it on and none of my gamepads work…
When emulationstation loaded it was doing nothing, so i deleted the es_input and rebooted, and I have No Joysticks detected…
the funny thing is this has been working for a week without any changes, i can also see the joysticks found upon boot, and if i do a lsusb, i can see both controllers plugged in..
I have unplugged my hub and plugged a control straight into the pi, no difference, I have also re-burnt the 1.9.1 image to sdcard, no difference. and also tried another pi, no difference.
If i plug the pads into my windows pc, they are both detected and work staright away..
so i am stumped, anyone else have any ideas?
thanks