Qoob SX
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The Qoob chip is set to make a wave in the GameCube scene. It’s feature set is rich and is the first chip to support direct booting of DVD media.
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Base Features
- Direct boot of all media, without swapping!
- Supports all regions PAL / USA / JPN
- DVD Disc upgradeable
- Network (*) upgradeable
- BIOS selection/control supported
- Supports all retail hardware (DOL-001 USA, JPN, EUR and DOL-101)
- Fastboot of original discs
- Comfortable easy to use Windows PC flash software (in download section)
- Supports homebrew and open-source coding
- Integrated media compatibility check (checks all sectors of inserted media)
- Streaming Audio Fix
- Integrated status LED
- Easy Installation, only 6 wires (no soldering on Qoob chip, special cable included)
- Multicolor graphical user interface for easy operation
- Supports Mini/DVD-R, Mini/DVD+R
- High secure - low power Actel FPGA
- Packed in a stable cardboard box including wires and 3D Sticker
- Compatible with GCOS and other IPL replacements, allowing homebrew development via SD card (**) and/or network (*)
(*) BBA required (**) SD card adapter required
Package and Hardware Features
- Installation wires connector
- High speed - ultra secure Actel FPGA
- 128K Flash
- Integrated Status LED
The Qoob SX is designed to fit perfectly into the GC inner spaces without covering any ventilation holes
Installation
Follow the Gamecube disassembly Instructions to take apart you Gamecube first.
Next take a look at the two pictures below to make sure you’re installing the QOOB on the right version of your mainboard. Simply follow the diagrams below to solder the chip in, install the lid switch cable and then reassemble your Game Cube.
Next you will need to locate the LID Switch Cable
Remove the LID Switch Cable and attack the wires
FLASHING
Flashing your Qoob SX chip is easy. You can either flash the chip over the network using a BBA or by burning the update to a disc and booting the disc.
